Edwards fight and Confederate retreat near Washington
A Washington Star dispatch reports General Stone and General Banks moving from the Potomac toward Virginia with a force including around 20,000 casualties and a night engagement ending near midnight. The plan aimed to transfer command safely to Virginia, with heavy artillery and river actions noted.
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Bank
Virginia
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Fragmented Civil War Dispatch From Unknown Front
A dated telegram style report describes shifting rebel positions near Fairfax and active engagements with losses including Baker and Lander. It notes Cabinet deliberations in Washington about a potential stance toward Russia, with mentions of Gen Fremont’s department and orders to assess military and legal implications. The message references troop movements from Cairo and near Fredericktown, highlighting the broader strategic indecision and ongoing combat toll.
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Fairfax
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Russia
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Tara
Merrit
Poe
Tk Company
Pciae
Baker
Lander
Potomac
Gutayus W. Sonith
Edwards Ferry
Cootarville
Iletax
Battle Report From Southern Sector With Major Losses
Dispatch details a Confederate assault and Union counterattack near Pickens, describing bombardment, river actions, and heavy casualties. It notes Col. Baker leading and Major Arnold arriving after daylight, with a force of Zouaves and infantry engaging, capturing prisoners and wounding many. The narrative cites river obstruction, ship damage, and ongoing shelling as forces clash.
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Memorial service honors fallen Oregon general
A historical notice recounts the death and funeral of Brigadier General in Oregon and the nation mourns. Details describe the soldier's devotion, the sorrow of the people, and the ceremonial arrangements as city officials prepare a period of mourning.
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Spike Galien
Senate
Oregon
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Saliia
Tha Depossad
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Goa
Great Republic and Fort Monroe Strike Reported
The article notes ships like the Great Republic loaded with horses arms and troops bound for a landing near Virginia waters. Fort Monroe reports twenty three steamers reaching the fort with soldiers and more vessels expected, with an anxious defensive mood across Richmond about strategic choices.
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New York Conancial
Great Republic
Fortress Monrgs
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Senocise
Wbsi
Bond
Richmond
Turbulent Civil War Skirmishes Reported From Kentucky and Maryland
A sprawling set of dispatches describes a rebel victory near Paducah with prisoners taken after a melee characterized by heavy forces and drunken celebrations. Separate notes recount a Maryland riot trial, a summons against slave shipments, and a daring rescue near Central Fall where Mr. Percy Clarke faced ruin before being saved by Mr. Monard Paul who risked his life to pull him from danger.
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