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Newspaper
Whitewater Register
Location
Whitewater, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1862
Page
2
The article argues that England’s support of rebellious factions makes war with the United States possible and urges immediate government action to strengthen defenses. It calls shipbuilders to rapidly construct ironclad vessels and fortify Atlantic defenses to deter invasion by the greatest power.
A Washington dispatch from December rumors Gen Halleck may lead the Army of the Potomac under Gen McClellan. The young commander has been ill nearly three weeks with potential typhoid fever. The piece questions whether a Corwin movement and an early advance should occur and who will command if changes are made.
The article reports requests for the surrender of Mason and Slidell and predicts possible war with England. It notes government approval, calls for a war footing, and mentions Gen James W Lane replacing Sherman at Port Royal, plus a preview of Donald McKay and Thurlow Weed edits.
Corporal GEO W. Steele reports from Camp Tredway in January 1862 about ongoing drills hindered by weather, reception of Belgian rifled muskets, and limited practice. He notes pay delays, hospital cases mostly measles, and rumors of deployment with Sch of Milwaukee and Dorstow cavalry to Leavenworth under Gov. Randall.
A correspondent from Camp Pons reports the death of George Chalfant a hospital steward from cholera morbus. The letter describes burial with military honors and the regiment’s morale amid news on Mason and Slidell and Burnside’s expedition. It notes cold weather tents barracks being erected and celebrates Governor Hanway’s administration and Vermont’s tax status.
The letter from Mr William Russell of the London Times condemns his portrayal of the Trent affair. It questions Russell’s honesty and urges Americans to shun him and force his departure from their country. It accuses him of misrepresenting the people and fueling national insult.
Correspondence from the New York Tribune describes a Civil War engagement near Green River Kentucky. Union forces under General McCook repelled a Texan cavalry assault, routing them after a thirty minute clash and driving the enemy back toward the railroad bridge. A Federal counterattack pursued Hindman’s forces, with notable actions by Captain Stone and others. The piece praises General Buell and the discipline of volunteers, noting the Bacon Creek Bridge action and rapid repair of rail access.
Reports from Port Royal describe a Civil War action where Union batteries fired on an enemy steamer and flats, forcing retreat after heavy losses. The piece also covers British-U.S. tensions, Mason and Slidell, and Cumberland Gap forces, noting rumored plans and strategic uncertainties.
An account from Donald McRay outlines Britain’s push to rapidly fashion iron clad frigates and ships, led by the Warrior and Black Prince, with others under construction. It argues the United States could respond by converting merchant ships and steamers into powerful warships, planning hundreds of vessels within a year to rival European arsenals.
The dispute between Commodore Dupont and Gen Sherman disrupts Gen Viele’s expedition just as it was ready to sail. Dupont pushes energetic war aims, while Sherman laments sacrificing union goals for slavery. A Christmas City scene reports a jail wedding in Liberia with Rev Gordon officiating. Charles G Wagner, former Stillwater land official, is noted as a rebel officer at Port Royal.
The New York Herald reports that leaders of New England cotton districts warn profits rise for local mills if they sell raw cotton now, despite idle time and reorganizing costs. Examples include Biddeford and Lowell mills with substantial cotton on hand, and multiple mills facing strong profits from selling cotton rather than producing goods.
From Fredericksburg Recorder dated December 23 reports constant firing near Evansport for a week. The blockade is blamed for inefficiency as merchantmen and warships evade or fear to sail. A shell from Maryland wounded two and a third slightly near the Georgia regiment. Federal forces reportedly planted bunys at Acquia Creek mouth within a mile of batteries. Guck's Battery and Colonel Brockenborough's Regiment move toward Matthia's area as preparations for a possible Confederate attack increase.
Rochester correspondent W H Merrill describes harsh conditions for Union prisoners in Richmond with cold, illness, and scarce clothing. He appeals for aid from New York and other states, urges prisoner exchanges, and notes mass suffering and deaths among captives. The piece also mentions unrest in the Confederacy and George Opdyke's installation as New York mayor.
From Charles County Maryland dated December 25 1861 a Captain notes rapid abolitionist sentiment among the Sickles Brigade as soldiers grow to detest slavery Gen Hunter orders immediate pay for troops hindered by incomplete regiments and a Washington report says Wilsons bill on suitors may pass Senate unanimously with few House opponents
A fragmented OCR listing prices and commodities including flour, winter and spring wheat, corn, oats, barley, potatoes, butter, pork, maple and lumber. It reads like a market tune with stray words and partial figures from a local trade row. The piece mentions Eads Way and Bay Fe Bake as unclear references amid the price list.
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