Slavery and Union Policy Stir in Washington Dispatch
A Washington dispatch reports plans circulating among congressional leaders and Senator Carleton to rally the Democratic party for a convention to guide future moves aimed at aiding slavery and shielding rebels from repayment of their costs. It notes John A. Bingham of Ohio arguing for Congress and President to treat seceded states as territories with provisional governments and territorial elections, while criticizing anti slavery stances and political maneuvers.
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House of Representatives
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Letter From Madison March 2 1862 on deserters and riot at depot
Madison letter recounts a riot by soldiers from Mulligan's men at the Madhsen depot. One youth burned, others escaped with gear as barracks burned. About 150 insubordinates escorted to court. Prisoners vow to escape if possible while guards taunt them.
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Song Ufteon
Perlings
Knights of the Golden Circle Exposed in New Work
The Cincinnati Gazette cites a newly published work titled An authentic exposition of the origin abjecta and secret workings of the Knights of the Golden Circle. It lists leading newspapers as circulated by traveling messengers across states, detailing suspected editors and regional notices in February 1862.
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Cincinnati Gaetle
The
Knights of the Golden Circle
U.S
Congress
Clark’s
District Court of
Kentucky
Sha Gensetle
Orth
Tent Danas
Journal of
Cononeree
Bapress
Battle of Winchester explodes as Union forces repulse Jackson
In a fierce action at Winchester on March 22 Shields' cavalry and infantry repel Jackson. Despite Shields being wounded, Michigan and Virginia units press the assault, force a retreat, and capture four guns and materiel by dusk. Union troops bivouac on the field as reinforcements arrive.
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Shields
Aberehol Jackson
Winchester
Ashby
Michigan
Maryland
Shields Dropght Up His Forces and Fired Rounds of Stell, Drove Teny
Jackson
Gen
Gen. Shields
Dearnstown
Ohio Infantry
Virginia
Col. Tyler
84Th Penn
14Th Ind
Col. Murray
Bone
Wil Hamas
Donnelly
98th N. division clashes as Shields drives rebels
Gen Shields and Banks command in the Union counteroffensive near Newton as Jackson’s troops collapse under heavy artillery and musketry. Rebels retreat after fierce melee. Union losses about 62 killed and 125 wounded while pursuing with 1,404 muskets captured and numerous trophies.
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Noewton
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Sullivan
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Virginia
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State rights and rebel states in union territory debate
In Woasmiseton on March 14 1862 Mr Bingham argues rebel states have destroyed their constitutions and lack state governments. The territory remains part of the Union and allegiance to the U S Constitution persists. He condemns rebel governance as traitorous and demands federal justice and authority over revolted states.
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Bingham Anid
United States
Republic
Floyd
Kentucky
T House
United Bones
South Carolina
T Bey
Sleo
Florida
Tex
Loyal citizens must have Federal protection across territories
In the absence of any state government, federal authority continues to govern territories and safeguard life liberty and property. Rebuilding loyal state governments under the Constitution requires oaths of allegiance, and rebels must face justice for treason while federal courts stand ready to enforce constitutional order.
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Louisiana
Mississippi
Arkansas
Carolina
Alabama
Georgia
Tennessee
Virginia
United States
South Carolina
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South Caroling
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Rebel Force at Manassas Denies Wooden Guns Claim
The Philadelphia Inquirer quotes investigators and military men who question reports of large Confederate forces and wooden artillery at Centerville and Centreville. Claims cite McClellan estimates of 90k to 100k, plus 35k to 40k moving from Manassas toward Leesburg, with no siege guns beyond a few wooden models and small field pieces.
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Philadelphia Inquirer
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McQlellan
Akanassas
Leesburg
Acqin Creek
Sble
Billy Smith
Optie
Point
Pont
Wisconsin repeals inquest of the dead act
Wisconsin acts to repeal chapter 214 of 1859 and restore prior statutes on inquests of the dead. The measure, approved March 20 1862, takes effect upon passage. A closing quip notes dry goods merchants as best soldiers for their drilling.
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Chater
Mideatkee
Wisconsin
Senate
Aseatty
The Battle at Pea Ridge War Crimes Report
Narrative recounts a Civil War battle at Pea Ridge Arkansas with claims of atrocities by Cherokee Choctaw Creek and Seminole allied with rebels led by Col Albert Pike. It describes scalping killings and brutal charges against Indians and rebels, with reported losses on both sides and a focus on ferocity of fighting on Sugar Creek ridge.
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Alburt Pike
Connecticut
Second Laws Battery
Albert Pil
Divi
Sugar Creek
Sigel
Firing Mortars Described As Poetry Of War At Island Site
A wartime correspondent from Island No 10 in Moniuy relates the dramatic launching of a mortar shell a bag of powder and the arcing plume of smoke and fire. He recalls witnesses the sudden shelling of the enemy tower forts and the shift from poetic imagery to stark reality as shells scream overhead.
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Aese Island No. 10
Moniuy
New Orleans
Wisconsin Act Amends Justice Proceedings and Statutes
The piece reports an 1802 act amending Wisconsin legal procedures for arrests and examinations in justice courts, including witness examination rights and wording changes in sections of chapters 87 and 38. It also notes Rev. Gen. Buell’s ceremonial visit to Mrs. James K. Polk, describing the reception and attendees.
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Nelson
Mitchell
McCook
Thomas
Negley
Rosseau
Johnston
Dumont
Crittenden
Pry
Rockwell
Wright
Polk
Misa Saturn
Saturn
Ladies’ Southern Relief Association
Wisconsin Act Amending Chapter Eight for Volunteers Aid
An 1882 Wisconsin law amends Chapter Eight of the extra session laws of 1863 regarding aid to volunteers in U S and State service. It defines eligibility, family dependency limits, and prohibits false certificates. It requires reporting by commanding officers and limits on monthly aid, with penalties for fraud. The act takes effect upon passage.
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United States
Wisconsin
Oges
Secretary of State
Vad
Styee
Staiteeball
Peter
Suets
Unis
Whia
Four Days Later From Europe
Sanpy Hoos reports in early March that steamship Ifnnea via Bremen and Southampton has arsed. dates push three days after Anove by the America. Lord Campbell urges action on Confederate blockade inefficiency and seeks correspondence. Russell counters that English market inaction helps the blockade and predicts peaceful union or emancipation by gradual means within months. no formal French reply yet. Annie Childs, breaking Wilmington blockade, reaches Queenstown. Garibaldi, in Geneva, laments excluded provinces and takes an oath to deliver them.
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America
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Sarl Russell
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Wilmington
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Qhoeenstown
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Geneva
Southern Letters Reveal Rebel Quarters and Yankee Caps
An inquisitive reporter in Manassas collects tales from Confederate quarters. Letters describe dueling affections, requests for Abe’s ears or a Yankee scalp, and epistolary evidence of romance with Dixie damsels. Jim Frayson jokes about ribs from a New York Zouave as Gov. Andrew sets April 8 as a day of humiliation, fasting, and prayer.
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Johnny Parks
Orion
Ala
Abe
Dixie
Lincoln
New York
Jim Frayson
Gov
Andrew
Maas
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