Slidell and Mason Captured by U S Cavalry Forces
Wide array of Civil War items report Slidell and Mason captured, Stoneman appointed to command the U S Cavalry, munitions for rebels seized, and maneuvers around Port Royal and Newport News. Reports include rebel losses at Belmont, naval actions near Virginia and Maryland shore, and shifting troop strengths nearing 490 000 volunteers. The Richmond article cites intelligence of enemy advances on the eastern shore and potential reinforcement challenges for Union forces.
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Port Ro mlertment Victory Report and Dispatch Reads
Dispatches note a victory at Port Royal and the San Jacinto capturing a rebel packet Mason and Slidell. Reports from Havana and Veracruz describe movements of ships, arrests, and telegraph dispatches. Treasury tariff decisions affect duties on lithographic handbills and woolen dockets as Sumner awaits command and McClellan assigns posts.
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Gulf
Tecan
Naval force at Newport News tightens to curb rebel expedition
Fr. Mewnes reports Nov 17 that the naval force at Newport News is increased to check a rebel expedition moving along the James River. The action aims to prevent further advances by opposing forces and safeguard strategic locations.
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Newport ‘News
Mewnes
Newport
Jaume River
Arrival at the City of Manchester and Liverpool market notes
News from New York and Liverpool reports flour quiet and steady with firmer wheat and higher prices for red and white wheats. Corn prices ease while provisions remain steady. London commentary criticizes England’s exposure and Earl Russell while the Post notes party differences. American bankers reportedly sent Sanne to place Fed loan in London amid doubts on success.
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W N.& Co
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News of Confederate diplomacy and Union raids abroad
A Charleston dispatch reports iron sheeting for the Merrimac failed tests. Slidell and Macon were seized from an English steamer on Bermuda’s coast. Lieut. Fairfax and 36 men seized commissioners, feigning resistance, with the captain denouncing U.S. officers. Slidell’s wife was permitted to Europe. Wilkes met Gen Wool and was deemed cashierable. Union ships later key to suppress operations. New York reports Port Royal news felt in Confederate camps.
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Macon
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San Jacinto
Ave Offorts
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C. Eustus
Wlso
Europe
Wilkes
Gen. Wool
Times
Port Royal
Regiments Form 2d New Jersey Brigade Reach Sacred Soil
The Herald notes the 6th 7th and 5th regiments of New Jersey forming the 2d New Jersey Brigade have been ordered to advance toward South Carolina’s sacred soil. The Richmond Inquirer lists thirteen hostages to await privateers trial. A Savannah steamer cargo includes rifled cannon 28 000 arms and medicines. Commander J D Bullock, ex U S N, leads. Cosmo Havana reports 1000 rebel troops near Key West shelled by Union forces, with plans for 6000 rebels for another assault on Wilson's Zouaves, as vigilance remains high.
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Pro-Union Proclamations From Kansas Cavalry Leader
Leavenworth reports Col. Jennison leads Kansas cavalry to Sedalia Missouri to guard supply trains and government property. Proclamation urges loyalty, threatens rebels, declares neutrality ended, promises punishment for aiding the Union’s enemies, and asserts war measures across Jackson, Lafayette, Cass, Johnson, and Pettis counties. Also notes Gen Lowe’s command near Fort Scott, Kansas military department formed, and Topeka chosen as state capital after recent election.
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San Jacinto arranges surrender of Slidell and Mason
The U S steamer San Jacinto arrived from the coast of Africa with news that Messrs Slidell and Mason, Confederate ministers, were aboard a British steamer and would be surrendered after Wilkes demanded their capture. The action followed a standoff over their destination. Reports say Union forces mass on Acca shore with rebels under arms and General Sherman reportedly seized Piney Island.
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Stidel
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Sherman
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Fragmentary Union victory claim in Tennessee tale
A brief, unclear report from Lixenevan Virginia notes unconfirmed Union men of Tennessee have paused as word spreads of a large victory for a sect in a Pan-American context. The fragment hints at a larger historical conflict but lacks specifics.
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Tennemes
Rebel Movements and Union Withdrawals Near Missouri Front
Dispatch reports large rebel forces under Price moving toward Pingville Missouri while Union men evacuate towns and many join the army. Ben McCulloch dispatches from Arkansas camps as Price aims for winter quarters at Cros Hollow. Rebel leaders claim ongoing combat outside Missouri with rebels returning home in large numbers.
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Asboth
Louis
Vis
Leeringfield
Price
Pingville
Ben McCulloch
Berryville
Carroll County
Ark
Cros Hollow
Washington County
Missouri
First United State Lancers disband after fraud accusations
Buersinerex Town reports the First regiment United State Lancers under Col E a Pig el was disbanded after disputes over alleged frauds. Soldiers, led by Lieut Col Tedford, dispersed after a Thursday ousting of Col Pleyel and associates. One company joins recruiting Cavalry, others return home. Government clothing loot valued at 1500 to 1200 dollars partly saved.
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Black flag threat linked to South Carolina governor
Savasnas Nov 14 Richmond Despatch reports authorities in South Carolina have asked the Government about flying the black flag and treating attackers as prisoners of war. The paper says War Department urges these captives be led away, echoing Governor Wise's response to John Brown’s raid, with South Carolina resolving the matter before Confederate action.
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John Brown
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Report on Troop Actions from Marsvittsa Headquarers
Dispatches dated the 18th report a strong attack on a hill with 85 to 90 enemy killed and 50 captured. Col. John S. Williams reportedly first to retreat as six of Col. Marshalls men died and fifteen wounded. Gol. Three men were captured but none killed.
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Scott
John S. Williams
Col. Marshall
Military movements update from Louis Court date
Louis dispatch reports Hallock and Hamilton arriving overnight. Hunter Sturgis and Pepe divisions reach various points to await orders from Gen Hal lock. Gen Wyman’s forces yesterday and Sigel Albo units meet rebel prince Wyman nom era with Col Price among officers.
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Bank Robbery in Worthing by Cleveland Jaybankers
On November 16, between noon and 1 pm, the Bank of Worthing & Co and the Union Bank were robbed by twenty men from Cleveland’s gang. They escaped with about $13,000 from Orthing & Co and $850 from the Union Bank, but most funds had been moved to safety. Banks will continue business.
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Bank of Worthing & Co
Union Bank
Cleveland
A Jaybankers
Orthing & Co
Unclear fragment from Slidell papers prompts action
Fragmentary text references Tonoute Novaes The Globe and Leader with scattered phrases about liberation and government action. No clear events, dates, or identifiable facts emerge from the readable lines.
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Novaes the Globe
Georgiana Arrives as Union Troops Prepare for Virginia
Nov 18 Batrmeons reports the steamer Georgiana docking as Federal forces ready to move into Virginia. Dispatches mention large numbers of Virginians and no word from Fortress Monroe. Details about event timing and locations are unclear from the fragment.
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