Evacuation at Fort Donelson Passes as High Water Rises
Correspondent notes the rapid dehydration of fortifications and the relocation of troops by river steamers after the evacuation. Major Henry’s forces concentrate at Fort Donelson, with ships ready for supply if needed, while the army contemplates the loss of possessions and camp equipment as they move toward safety.
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Cama
Fort Doselton
Clarkaville
Nashville
Fort Donelson
van Dory
Generi
Fett
Port Danton
Miswawinle
Col Lowe
Col Harding
L3rd
Gutre Gro
Lerman
Henry Ts
Fies- Dens
Uni
Department of
Paducah
Howevr
Blair writes on unity and the Union in a Cooper Institute talk
A letter from M Blair defends the Union and argues for national preservation against secession. He warns that conspiracy by rebels endangers the Republic and asserts the need for a united, federal government to ensure freedom from slavery and maintain the nation’s integrity.
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Wasaiscron
New York
Republic
New World
Tatu
Abiando
Pace
Loe Merce
Ature
Borih
Tong Ago
United States
Blair
Is Sorghum a Profitable Crop According to a Farmer
A Dudgeville Advocate reader argues sorghum can be profitable after costs. He estimates $46 per acre net from syrup, minus $2 for wood, and claims molasses and seed feed offset planting and harvesting expenses. He notes using seed as horse feed and envisions sugar making someday.
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Dudgeville
Snowshoe Trek in Sierra Nevada Ends With Narrow Escape
An account from the Sierra Democrat recounts a perilous snowshoe journey in Serre County where Gaithob Joan, starting from Lith Grizely for Dun tee, nearly perished. The narrator describes treacherous crust, rapid descent, and a dramatic plunge into a creek before staggered recovery and cautious return.
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Serre
Gaithob
Joan
Phey
Ort
Cruch
Avery
Tin Tully
Gotun
Burt Mo Parentis
Grigsly
Usaffas
Sparring at the Red Fox Ends in Spur Mischief
In a late night tavern prank at Cheater England two young travelers check into beds above a Scottish traveler and a Brushman. A spur left on a bed leg leads to a comical wake up as beds collide and laughter ensues with a startled innkeeper discovering the mischief and restoring harmony.
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England
Red Fox
LE Suoh
Paddy
Donald
A Very Costly Smoke House
A Rochester gentleman recounts building a fine house after quitting smoking. He calculates that avoiding daily cigars and accruing interest would save over $3,000 in twenty years. He says this saved amount funds his house, and quips that his “smoke house” saved money to the wind.
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Rochester
Hag Tuat
Profitability of Long Wool Sheep Versus Merinos
An analysis favors large long woolled English sheep for mutton and wool profits, arguing they yield more wool per feed and command higher prices. The piece compares Merinos, Yorkshire types, and Cotswold-like breeds, noting market demand for mutton and shifts in wool prices postwar. It cautions that local soil and market proximity affect profitability and advises against universally switching to coarse wooled stock.
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Austin
Loveoin
Cotswold
South Down
Hampshire
Shropshire
Downa
Genesee
A Remarkable Dog Patrols the Route to Denver
A Scotch terrier named Pluck travels from Seneca to Denver with a coach, following for over one hundred miles without food, then rides again after a supper and endures sleet and fatigue. The dog dies near a station after a final run, shown as a titled display of endurance and loyalty. The story contrasts canine grit with political notes about Bragg and army morale.
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Denverly
Atebhonw
Seneca
Wes
Guittard
Big Sandy
Denver
Kramney
Ironclad Roanoke and Dunderberg lead new warships near New York
The report details construction of ironclad frigates and monitors around New York City. Ships named include Dictator Camanche Passaic Montauk and Dunderberg with plans for two turrets two propellers and heavy armor. The Dictator touted as Ericsson design and the Camanche as a modular vessel built in sections for transport. The Dunderberg is described with 6000 horsepower engines and extensive armor belts to withstand heavy fire.
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New York City
SAO
Fondren
Camanche
Femey City
Tememnehed
New York
Burling Dunderbens
Manhattan
Jersey City
Dersey City
Jersey Iit
Mrantonomah
Navy Ford
Bokding
Paoritange
Greenpoint
Cate Uyove Greeppoint
Vraely
Kate
Chenatigo
Clearipaint
Ganerea
Millhamabarg Maumee
Metacomet
Mtnsters Point
Mendota
Wester Rela
Shamrock
Ericsson
Lamotur
Feot
Thirteenth Street
Lker Mba
Har Engynes
Nyles Ag
California
Me. Quintard
Morgans Doo Works
Hutin
Gaeemoint
Bery
Bean
Fang Sho
Flawee
Plink
Dunderberg
Hoasier Caliare
Ena
Shanter’s Point
Bern
Passate
Montauk
Cataykill
Lent and Ash Wednesday origins noted across churches
The piece explains Ash Wednesday as the start of Lent with fasting for forty days, tracing its origin to early church practices and Gregory’s addition of four days. It recounts the ash ceremony and notes its removal in London around 1647 48. It also mentions Nashville mercantile arms aiding rebellion and facing U S court term.
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New York
Fimes
Ope
Gregory
Patrul
London
Reformed Church
Nashville Union
Nashville
Tereor
United States Court
Aguinet
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