Republican County and State Conventions in Elkhorn and Madison
A series of Republican meetings and conventions are scheduled across Wisconsin towns including Elkhorn Whitewater Delavan Genora and Madison. Delegates will be chosen for district and state conventions with dates in September and October.
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Elkhorn
Welch, A. St
Beheda
Ong County
Wintewaster
LaGrange
Sugar Creek
Richmond
Fairchild
Ilonac
Laurange
Martinon
Whitewater
Onder
Ypalel Ny Eo Ely
Madison
Ofelori
Wealheahiy
Fatseombly
Comsoitten
Patrick
Pengle
Yworvce Rubliek
Republican State Central Cons
Proclamation by Abraham Lincoln Calls for Day of Humiliation and Prayer
Lincoln proclaims a nationwide day of humiliation prayer and fasting on September 12 1861 urging all citizens and religious leaders to seek divine aid for the Union amid the Civil War and to restore civil liberty and prosperity. The document requests solemn observance across denominations with prayers for the government and armed forces.
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Monses
Congress
Walhal Pryor
Conteron
Jorn Biesang Epon
Ely
Amlain
Ericson
Abraham Lincoln
Maton
Sherouf
Heroemite
Angier
A.D
United States of Union
Abraham Tincorn
No-Party Movement and Republican Principles Debate
The piece argues Republicans must uphold Republican Principles from the Chicago Platform amid Southern efforts to overturn the Constitution. It questions forming a new party if it means electing men opposed to those principles and warns against betraying Lincoln era aims of freedom and Union.
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Abraham Lincoln
Republican Party
Chicago
South
Caton
Democratic Duty in the Civil War and Party Unity
The piece urges Republicans to defend their principles and preserve the party while evaluating Democrats’ sincerity on slavery extension. It argues the war is to prevent slavery expansion, calls for Democrats to support the General Government, and demands sound, incorruptible leaders who will act now in the fall elections.
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Republican Party
Republicana
Democratic Party
South
Milwaukee Mob City Recalls Lynchings and Police Criticism
In Milwaukee on Friday night two Black men attacked three Irishmen, stabbing all. one Irishman died Saturday. A mob then lynched Marshall Clark from jail while authorities, led by Sheriff Larkin, are accused of weakness and neglect. Citizens demand action to restore Milwaukee’s reputation.
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Milwaukee
Marshall Clark
Larkin
Lelow
Cnal
Satru
Hannibal and
St. Joseph
Womn
J. W. Parker
United States Express
Mars
Haager
Pager
Weolock
Hagar
Brook- Weld
Platte River
Hager
Smith’s Branch
Grant seizes Paducah from Seccessionists
General Grant commanding forces at Cairo took Paducah with two regiments of Infantry one company of light artillery and two gunboats. Secession flags were found around the city and a rebel army reported nearby. Grant issued a proclamation promising protection to loyal citizens and denying enemy status.
Maine Election Returns Show Washburne Lead Across 71 Towns
Returns from 71 towns give Washburne 20845 to Jameson 8151 and Dana 5205, down from last year. Washburne’s statewide majority expected 12000 to 14000 with total votes near 95000. Union war majority around 60,000 in the state, while ohekdgiaieield leans Republican though some Union Democrats may be elected with Republican support.
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Washburne
Jameson
Dana
Smart
Dem
Barres
Bell & Keverett
Altho
Re-election of Gov Washburne of Maine reported
Telegraph notes Gov Washburne's re election as an ultra Republican and asserts broad public confidence in Republican nominations. It argues experience and integrity remain valued for office and condemns critics seeking to discredit reliable leaders. The piece also mentions cotton supply shifts in England and Nicaragua offers land to cotton settlers.
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Telegraph
Washburne
Maine
Mrs. Sentinel
Gef
England
Nicaragua
London
No-Party Fizzle at Madison Convention Drop to Dull Start
Madison Madison County reports a disappointing No Party or Union for the Sake of the Spoils convention. The audience was sparse and weather poor with about twenty to thirty locals in attendance. Pump Carpenter ran the show, acted as prompter, and shuffled scenery while John P. McGregor faced rejection. A committee will draft an address and plan a second performance for the state audience.
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Pump Carpenter
Madison
Madison Vgus
Prosper Cravath
Edson Kellogg
John P. McGregor
Booth
Carpenter
The Cause of the War and Political Tensions
The Madison convention exposes split within the antiwar bloc over party loyalty and aims to upend state officers. The piece argues slavery as the root cause of rebellion, rejects Calhoun state rights as the foundation, and notes leaders’ intent to influence the fall election. It reports on Orton’s resolution and Cravath’s view that leaders seek to aid democracy.
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McGregor
Madison
Mr. McGregor
Inc
Outbreaks and Disaster Reported Across Missouri and New York
Despatches recount Gen Pope pursuing Green’s forces near Hunnewell and Green fleeing. David Vod named Union gubernatorial nominee. Bouck widow dies in Fulton. A Hannibal and St Joseph train derails near St Joseph after bridge arson, 17 dead, many injured, rapid救援 mobilized from St Joseph and nearby towns.
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Frostissouri
Hunnewell
Missouri
Pope
Green
Shelbina
Ontro
David Vod
Union
Partica
Bouck
New York
Old Homestead
Fulton
Cavalry Enlistment Advice and Pay Details for Regiments
Recruiting officers warn about misinformation as cavalry regiments form in the West. Pay is $13 monthly. owners may ride horses at risk, with 40 cents per day while serviceable, horse replacement required in 30 days or infantry transfer. Government buys rider’s horse at $90-$95. rider keeps harness. Secretary Chase cites surplus earnings and aims to end the war before next spring with economy in public service costs.
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Chase
United States
scAile
Carranta
England
France
Prentice Challenged to Duel in 1861 Louisville Conflict
A dispute between roger Hanson and George D. Prentice over alleged defamatory editorials erupts into a duel challenge. Hanson demands redress outside Jefferson County, while Prentice rejects meeting and vows he has already killed Prentice in the court of public opinion, remarking about worse times ahead.
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The
Lomsvids Journal
Louisva
Grorck DB
Penrien
Thomas
Jefferson County
George Thomas
Rocrn W. Hanson
Groner
Louisvile
2D Insk
Geo. D. Prextice
Salutariy Rigor and the Public Resort Licenses
The Missouri Democrat notes Provost Marshal's firm stance on loyalty amid liquor license controls. Marshal McKinstry forms a committee to review reopenings, demanding applicants promise loyalty under death penalty for treason, and urges unwavering enforcement to safeguard order and public safety.
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Missouri Democrat
Marshal McKinstry
James Taussig
Phos O'Riley
KE. W. Fox
United States
Reports of Confederate Movements Reach St Louis
From St Louis a dispatch reports Osceola and Fort Scott engagements with Montgomery versus Raina, Pillows forces moving toward Cairo and Bird’s Point, Price at Osceola, Springfield deserted by 800 men, Price doubtful of Rain’s defeat until authentic news arrives. Captain Murphy of Ginn Creek arrives after a robbery of 110000 in property by Vrieu’s force.
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Chicago
Se. Lewis
Pacific
Oscoum
Jefferson City
Fort Scott
Montgomery
Raina
Mains
McCulloch
Price
Rain
Capt. Murphy
Ginn Creek
Vrieu
Rosencranz advances on Wise and Floyd in Western Virginia
Gen Rosencranz reports moving with a large force from Clarksburg toward Wise and Floyd, aiming for Summersville or Gauley Bridge. He may join Gen Cox, with Lee’s pickets near Rosencranz. The Richmond Dispatch denies surrender rumors and notes no action yet by either side. Also discussed are the method for electing County Commissioners and a brief cartoon-style exchange about stolen wood.
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Washington Star
Woumeeday
Rosencranz
Bulltown
Flatwoods
Wise
Floyd
Summersville
Gauley Bridge
Clarksburgh
Cheat Mountain
Lee
Cox
Washington
Hao
Virginia
Richmond Arxonine
Washington Correspondence on McClellan’s Cautious Strategy
Washington reports McClellan delays major moves awaiting readiness. He has reconnoitered rebel strength at Munson's Hill and Potomac defenses, arguing for a grand forward movement only when assured. The general’s rise carries risks if a setback occurs, and he vows to avoid reckless offensives.
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Washington
N.Y
McClellan
Lhave
Munson
Munsons Hill
McKinstry praised for loyal service in St Louis
St Louis correspondent lauds Brig Gen McKinstry and Major Justice McKinstry for firm leadership as Provost Marshal. He is credited with quieting the city, punishing crime, and handling heavy departmental duties with efficiency. Anecdote of arresting intoxicated soldiers illustrates resolve.
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St. Louis
N. Y. Tribune
Fremont
Justice McKinstry
McKinstry
Marshal McKinstry
Mississippi
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