Lincoln Proclaims Day of Humiliation Prayer and Fasting
President Abraham Lincoln announces a national day of humiliation prayer and fasting for all Americans on September 12, 1861. He urges religious observance across denominations to seek mercy, restore civil and religious liberty, and bless arms for restoration of peace amid civil war.
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United States of America
Wham H. Sawann
War era admonition against indiscreet talk in support of rebels
In this Civil War era piece a local editor urges citizens to distinguish between loyal government support and opposition to the administration. It cites Whitewater’s aid and calls for more men, condemning indiscreet language that aids treason while noting a proposed Zouave company and enforcing patriotic resolve. It also reports a Chicago incident where Judge Sloane destroyed nearly two hundred thousand stamps and envelopes worth about seven thousand five hundred dollars.
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Kentucky
Missouri
Union
Tresson
Whitewater
Chicago
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Post Office Department
Union Convention Debate in State Politics
A political column critiques a proposed Union Convention while naming Pump Carpenter and Elias A. Calkins as signers. It argues the new party would largely draw from well known incumbents, warns of power motives, and predicts delegates will favor patriotic, honest candidates from existing parties rather than untested newcomers.
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Elias A. Calkins
Union Party
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Meiely
Madison
Butler Expedition Triumph Off North Carolina Coast
A Washington report recounts Gen. Butler and Commodore Stringham’s success capturing forts and 750 prisoners on the North Carolina coast. Fort Clark fell first day, Fort Hatteras subjected to heavy shelling, and the seizure included cannon, arms, and vessels. The victory extends Union control along the coast as reinforcements converged and officers praised the effort.
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Atlantic
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Commodore Stringham
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Fort Clark
Fort Hatteras
United States
Commodore Barron
Navy
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Decatur
Col. Martin
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Norfolk
Rio Janeiro
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Funes
Sentinel Opinion on Governor Candidate and Farm Mortgage Opposition
A Wauwatosa correspondent argues the next governor should have deep national political knowledge and strong financial ability. The Home League Farm Mortgage group pledges to oppose Wyman Spooner if nominated, a threat whose impact remains uncertain while Judge Spooner’s future plays a key role.
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C. C. Washburn
Home League
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Zfomo League
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Hon Joseph Holt Heads Westward Tour And War Talk
A Washington dispatch notes Hon Joseph Holt leaving Boston for New York and a Worcester depot crowd cheering Holt over old Kentucky. In Springfield Holt calls for a just war with early federal victory and a stronger postwar government. The piece cites Potter’s Congress role, a War Department order against aiding rebels, and reports on Parrott guns and Louisiana sugar crop prospects.
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New York
Worcester
Depot
Fremonts rapid rise to army readiness in Missouri
The St. Louis Democrat praises Gen. Fremont for swiftly mobilizing support and building an army in the Mississippi Valley within days. It notes rapid recruiting, provision influx, and reinforced posts as Springfield resists, while Pittsburgh's Fort Pitt works rush orders for massive mortars and shells, signaling swift war preparation.
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Fremont Proclamation Extends Martial Law in Missouri
Gen Fremont authorizes martial law across Missouri to suppress disorders and protect loyal citizens. Lines extend from Leavenworth to Cape Girardeau. traitors face court martial and possible execution. Slaves of rebels are freed. destruction of railways or telegraphs triggers severe penalties. Civil trials continue alongside military authority.
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Rota
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Cape Girardeau
Mississippi River
United States
J.C. Fremont
Slava in the Seaboard States Comment in Richmond Letter
A Richmond letter quoted in the Tribune draws a harsh, rhetorical view of slavery's persistence in the South. It asserts slaves suffer stricter treatment, war increases overseer brutality, and slavery fuels Northern hatred while foreseeing emancipation loosening planter control and changing family dynamics.
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Union Call for Wisconsin Convention in Madison 1861
The Wisconsin citizens invite all voters to assemble in Madison on September tenth at 2 PM to form a State Union Convention. They propose appointing a State Committee and nominating a Union ticket for the next state election. The press is asked to publish the call.
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Republican State Central
Wisconsin
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Rebel Captures Near Beverly Virginia Reported by Pittsburg Post
A Beverly correspondent recounts captures of rebel officers near Beverly by the Pummer Guards. He notes taking six prisoners including a LieutenantColonel and a Captain with maps and encampment details. A Major was captured Sunday and officers may be hired future rescues, while rebels are described as oathbreakers and part of Knights of the Golden Circle.
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Iron Beverly
Indiana
Knights of the Golden Circle
England and the Norths fate shaped by defeats
In a London News column from August 13, the piece argues that if the American Civil War ends with Southern victory, Confederate control of Washington would advance conquest in Mexico and risk European intervention in Central America. It warns a strengthened slave system could expand slavery and that the United States must remain strong to curb global calamities.
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Mexico
American
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Central America
First Cavalry Officers Resign and Reelect Leaders
The Burlington Hawkeye reports that the Town First Cavalry Regiment officers resigned and reheld elections with Fitz Henry Warren as Colonel W M T Torrence as Lieutenant Colonel and W T Leffingwell as Major. The Wichia regiment is being prepared to join Gen Fremont's army with strong, well equipped troops expected to perform well.
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Fremont
Intelligible Richmond Rumor On Confederate Congress
The Richmond Srammer reports a cautious rumor that a small minority in the Confederate Congress seeks to organize a standing opposition to the current Confederate Executive. Distress is felt by judicious men as sessions are held behind closed doors.
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Confederate Congress
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The Income Tax Arrives in 1862 Say National Intelligencer
The article clarifies the income tax law timing, stating the levy begins in January 1862 and applies to income earned that year. It notes a 3 percent rate on income over $800 with reductions for taxes assessed on property from which income derives, and specifies the tax base for the year preceding January 1, 1862.
Foreign Demand for Breadstuffs Hint in London Letter
The Cincinnati Gazette reports a private London banking house letter claiming Hogland and France will import breadstuffs from this country even without harvest disasters. It suggests foreign demand may be modest, keeping domestic prices from dropping too far while still fluctuating with English market trends.
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New York World and Courier and Enquirer Sold to John Ford
The New York World and Courier and Enquirer were sold for 380000 to John Ford a principal stockholder. Ford to assume debts since July and a 17000 mortgage on the press. The World’s expenses reportedly exceed receipts by 1500 weekly. The Journal of Commerce may announce Hallock’s retirement. The World aims to be independent in politics and a leading commercial medium.
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World Concern
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D. M. Stone
Wm. C. Prime
David Hato
M. ¥. Tribune
The Big Gun at Fort Monroe Delights Officials
Report from Fort Monroe describes the official firing of the 63,000 pound Union gun in the presence of General Foot and Butler and other officers. The shot ranges a mile beyond the lightship, five miles from shore, shredding sand banks and shaking nearby buildings. The shells and powder grains are said to burn slowly, increasing the projectile’s force to annihilating momentum.
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Itia
General Pope to lead force against Northwest Missouri thieves
Gen Pope left to gather a strong local and cross state contingent, mainly from Missouri and Iowa with Illinois regiments. Rendezvous believed at Keokuk. He plans swift action and to enforce Fremont's proclamation penalties on offenders as the campaign begins.
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