29 May 1863
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Newspaper
Western Sentinel
Location
Winston, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1863
Page
1
Published weekly by J. W. Alspaugh the notice lists subscription terms for nine and fifteen copies with advance payment required before mailing. The brief notice provides no dates or prices beyond the quantity guidelines.
Rates of advertising indicate a one square listing at 160 dollars for the first insertion with subsequent insertions at 25 dollars. A three month run is 850 dollars and a six month run is 1390 dollars. A twelve month rate is 850 dollars.
A letter from Col A M Scales recalls the Thirteenth North Carolina Guard regiment at Chancellorsville. It notes the long march, heavy rain, fierce fighting, and heavy casualties with steadfast courage. Col Scales was wounded but not severely. the account praises the regiment's discipline and heroism and references Gen Longstreet’s actions near Suffolk and a broader exchange on Anglo American tensions.
Fredericksburg reports from May 19 1863 outline New York sources on the war draft. The New York Times cites a Washington telegram noting the $300 substitute option will be practically ignored as the 13th section is deemed optional rather than mandatory. Secretary Stanton and Solicitor Whiting align with the President, concluding conscripts must seek substitutes or volunteers, while the enrolment act remains a war measure rather than revenue.
General James conducts a cavalry raid into Maryland and Pennsylvania and returns to the Valley of Virginia safely. He brings back two horses and mules, one thousand head of cattle, five hundred head of sheep, and six hundred Yankee prisoners.
A Confederate scout Lieut Gambrill from Mississippi was slain near Barhain s Cross Roads Isle of Wight county after resisting twenty one attacking soldiers. He refused surrender and fired until killed. Mrs Ely and local women aided by cart and wash and burial of the corpse at cost of life.
Editorial note from Edward Warren Surgeon General of North Carolina informs readers at the Standard that a large inquiry list has been opened regarding the condition of North Carolina soldiers in Richmond. A pamphlet form will soon publish the full account. A half-soldier tome is offered at free accommodation in the depot with efforts toward comfort and relief for the wounded.
The article describes rust in wheat caused by dew then sun, and a traditional control using a long rope drawn over wet grain to shake off dew. It notes hill planted wheat escaping rust, flat ground more vulnerable, and mentions Simut and Rotton States observations. It then recounts a Yankee clipping about a red faced woman attempting to purchase diamonds, failing to provide address, and a quip about a government contractor's wife.
A Northern paper presents a detailed cost estimate for the war up to June and beyond, totaling about 5.07 billion dollars with pensions and damages. It contrasts this with General Jackson’s legacy, urging continued resistance and invoking his spirit to inspire soldiers and citizens alike.
A rumor claims General Hooker’s threat force near the Rappahannock reached 368000, with Union troops allegedly outnumbered by rebels. Other items note General Jackson’s remains honored in Lexington, Virginia, and federal supply schemes using drifted barrels. The piece also cites Congress retaliation against officers commanding black troops and the fate of captured blacks.
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