Ram ships on the Mersey reveal Confederate iron rams
A Providence native reports two Confederate iron ram ships being built on the Mersey. One launch occurred on the fourth of July with a 250 foot hull, iron stem, and twin turrets for heavy guns. The second vessel was nearly complete with similar defenses and engines of 300 to 400 horsepower.
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Providesce
Riede Island
England
Mersey
Thosnelts
Tranere
Utp
Duck
Confederacy
Unfinished warships draw interest amid mixed signals
Report describes two nearly 2000 ton ironclad vessels with thick waterline plating and turrets. French and British colors flown. funds supplied by banker M. Langier amid doubts over seaworthiness, while consular cards deny French government involvement.
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M. Langier
Richmond Papers Exhort War Plans and Political Maneuvering
The Richmond papers discuss Confederate prospects, conscription limits, and political strategy as the war drags on. They warn of internal pressure, praise McClellan as a potential candidate, and predict British reactions and Congressional actions shaping future settlements.
War weariness and shifting drafts frazzle Northern public mood
A caustic reflection on Civil War enlistment and draft levels notes dwindling Irish and German recruits, rising Yankee reluctance, and troops pressed to fill armies. The piece mocks disbelief, cites low draft returns, and laments depreciation currency while portraying labor shifts and war weariness among Northern civilians.
Yankee Views of Charleston in Civil War Commentary
The Herald correspondent reports that Charleston harbor remains blocked by rebel obstructions and a canal with a safety lock, hindering Union ships. Experts warn that a successful assault will need careful engineering and strategy, with time required to implement plans.
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Charleston
the Herald
Officrs
Yoodard
Address of Vallandigham to Ohio Democracy
The message denounces Ohio Democrats defeat in the Civil War context and urges perseverance for constitutional liberty. It promises continued opposition to political foes, affirms allegiance to the Constitution, and pledges steadfast support from exile. The piece also reports on Confederate conscription camps in Morgantown area and measures by Capt. James C. McRae to restore order, deter deserters, and bolster loyalist supply in border counties.
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Democrats
Ohio
Freeman
Democratic Party
Windsor
C W
Vancz
Morgentunabout
James C. McRae
C. A. Hi
Congress
Bue Ridge
10Th
McRae
Hoke
Wilkesboro
Bragg
Wilkes
Yudkin
Alexander
Amon
Kina
Geo. Hoke
Tose
War Department
Batte
Virginia
Fay
Mississippi Proclaims Move of Legislature to Columbus
Governor Pettus issues proclamation designating Columbus as the temporary seat of Mississippi government beginning the first Monday of next month. The move cites Jackson’s exposed condition, notes Columbus offers better accommodations, and that Macon will lose the seat after the last Monday of the month.
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Mississippi
Pettus
Combus
Jackson
Columbus
San
Macon
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