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Newspaper
Whitewater Register
Location
Whitewater, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1861
Page
2
On the first page the Message of Gov Randall to the Legislature at the Special Session is presented. It is a well written document with patriotic tone and many important recommendations already noted by the Legislature. Readers should peruse it as part of the current history of the war movement in Wisconsin.
The Legislature approved a million loan bill to finance state needs with bonds or bank notes, and funds for volunteers in gold or silver. An Assembly vote moved a Spooner drafted war bill to buy 2000 stands of arms under governor appointed commissioners. The Stay Law was repealed and Senator Bennet’s banking bill progress is uncertain. Governor reports about 2,980,096 spent on war, with vouchers pending for 3,000 more. An eminent Senator’s health improves, offering renewed service though life remains at risk.
Gen Price and Gen Harney issue a joint proclamation to restore peace in Missouri and curb unlawful actions. Price agrees to disband state forces, while Harney promises federal support if needed. The move aims to keep Missouri loyal to the Union and prevent further conflict between authorities. The session notes secessionists leaning toward the Southern Confederacy have shifted stance with troops and votes aligning with the Union.
A Wisconsin letter condemns an Oconto Pioneer column about Hon. Jno. F. Potter and Hon. A. B. Jackson. It disputes Potter’s role, accuses editors of indecency, and calls for no political favors or truces with rivals, referencing Milwaukee papers.
War Department commissions Carl Schurz to form a German regiment to serve as cavalry in the war. The unit will be raised in Cincinnati with five squadrons, each four sergeants and seventy five men per company, men to provide horses at fifty cents daily, three year enlistment, cheap field uniform likely blue blouse and dark grey pants.
Mr D C Jacknow Wisconsin appoints deputies in Green Monroe Fond du Lac Dane Portage Dodge Brown with named appointees. The Pine and Palm is Boston based anti slavery Haitian emigration organ edited by Redpath and Hinton. Utley reports tall enlistment hopefuls. Danleith Advertiser ceases. Prairie du Chien Leader revived. Strong new Milwaukee Prairie du Chien Railway agent promoted. Northern society cited with deep sorrow over chivalry fading in South.
Correspondent reports a major fire at Fort Atkinson where steam mill and Roaring mill burned, with tents and camp facilities for the 1st regiment suffering. The blaze destroyed mills and stored grain. two hours of effort failed to save them, with no insurance and losses mounting as troops endure drills and logistical challenges.
Disjointed OCR fragment cites military leaders and government reactions. Mentions General Butler and Col Fremont, rebel governance, and security concerns but lacks coherent context or clear events.
The piece reproduces editorials arguing against Lincoln’s war measures and a 40 000 man three year enlistment. It attacks abolitionists and warns of Union disruption while praising constitutional loyalty and northern actions like ensnaring property and enforcing military enrollment in Washington.
The Milwaukee grain trade reports unusually large wheat shipments and rising totals since the panic began. Week by week the city’s aggregate wheat receipts climbed to 160,579,108 and 188, and 66,914 bushels while outgoings of wheat showed declines due to scarce vessels. Overall yearly receipts to date reached 2,011,829 bushels with strong market activity and rising prices, while flour-inclusive totals reflect ongoing demand and shipment figures.
Reports from Virginia and Harper’s Ferry describe large troop movements and fortifications as the Union forces plan actions at Calpe Heights and Bird Point. Correspondence notes treason prosecutions, Northern sympathizers, and Telegraph Office dispatches while Governor claims success in seizure of evidence.
The war loan bill proposes issuing bonds totaling 1,000,000 dollars, including 200,000 already authorized. Bonds range from 50 to 1,000 dollars, mature over time, with six percent interest payable semiannually. First 100,000 to be redocated in 1877, then 100,000 annually. interest and principal to be funded by a tax. Bonds payable in New York City or the State Treasury depending on denomination. negotiable on gold and silver coin.
The item argues foreign interference rumors are a ploy to sow distrust about the government’s civil war efforts. It notes European powers show no aid to rebels, cites Buchanan’s unpopularity, and claims British policy will align with the Administration’s aims.
The article discusses the deepening American civil conflict and its impact on commerce. It notes cotton shortages, rising insurance on ships, threatened privateering, and potential shifts in global cotton markets as India’s districts mobilize to fill American production gaps. Mentions Lord Russell and a desire to remain neutral in the dispute, while highlighting risks to shipping along the Southern seaboard and the Gulf of Mexico. Also reports funerals, pardons, a Milwaukee death, and maritime news from the Niagara and a prize ship captured near Charleston.
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