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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1864
Page
2
The fragment reflects fear of loyal split and guerrilla fear, noting exiled rebels and belligerent spirit. It cites incidents of violence in Obide county with promises of punishment while railing against rebellion and federal authority limits.
The passage condemns the massacre of Black soldiers and calls for retaliation against their murderers. It argues that Black fighters seek personal liberty and warns the brutality faced may ignite enduring resistance if oppressors remain unpunished.
The Ohio Supreme Court upheld the April 18 1868 soldiers voting law ruling it constitutional to allow military voters to cast ballots within the state during service. Chief Justice Brinkerhoff delivered the opinion with only one dissenter, Judge Ranney. The decision cited parallel rulings in Wisconsin and Pennsylvania and contrasted Copperhead opposition to broader enfranchisement for soldiers. Columbus Delano and Martin Walker argued for the law’s validity while Bartley and McSweeny challenged it.
A fragment from Reverdy Johnson remarks on the Wayland election and the political shift ahead. He describes a new era near, calling the garden spot of the United States and expresses hope for national prosperity and fame tied to the election outcomes.
The Court of Common Pleas reversed and held the act invalid as it conflicts with the state constitution. The decision upholds that the poll-book method suffices for designation but the overall act is not in line with constitutional requirements. Justice Ranney dissented in part, with motions and petitions noted. Court adjourned without day.
Senators and Representatives of Minnesota met President Lincoln on the 11th to present a Milwaukee Chamber of Commerce memorial for a direct Idaho road guarded by military posts. Capt. Fisk traveled with a gold nugget for Lincoln, who endorsed sending the matter to the War Department.
The piece notes Congressmen waking to national finance dangers after a gold panic. It reports resolutions to devote days to Internal Revenue, hold night sessions, raise duties on all imports, tax local bank circulation, and a joint resolution raising foreign duties by fifty percent for sixty days. It suggests tariff and currency policy will shift to restore confidence and curb paper money reliance.
Rev Dr Sutherland in Paris leaves as Senate chaplain and offers farewell prayers. The episode features a pointed dig at a prominent American statesman as opponents react with audible emotion and a reporter from the Gazette notes the moment.
A rebel House of Representatives statement lists troops supplied to the rebel army by state since the war began. Alabama 40,000 Florida 4,000 Georgia 51,000 Louisiana 86,000 Mississippi 40,000 North Carolina 25,000 South Carolina 25,000 Texas 29,000 Tennessee 84,000 Virginia 108,000 Arkansas 28,000 Kentucky 90,000 Maryland 20,000 Missouri 85,000 total 501,000.
The article notes the burial of Heey Olay eher alongside his wife beneath a monumental tomb in a cemetery. It mentions the removal of twelve, a week after death, and references a friend named Mrs. Ann. Beephens prior to body removal from Washington, found in nearly perfect condition, with gold wreaths and a special inscription.
A 19th century editorial from the Journal urges Ohio Union men to vote prudently in upcoming State Conventions. It emphasizes vigilance in selecting delegates, unity to protect the Union, and that primary meetings determine the November victory by ensuring honest, trustworthy representatives.
The Richmond Whig argues for massive arson against New York Boston Philadelphia Chicago Pittsburg Washington and allied targets. It describes hiring or arming men from Canada and private groups to fund and carry out the attack, claiming authorities would approve or be powerless to stop it.
The Richmond Dispatch argues reconstruction is doomed under Lincoln terms. It condemns Copperheads and Dems who favor negotiations with rebels. The piece says Confederates would reject any restoration that recognises Confederate leaders or the Yankee regime. It decries Southern collaboration and vows to keep rebels from power.
In a Philadelphia District Court case before Judge Hare and others, a tenant paid July rent with United States Treasury Notes and was refused. The court held Treasury notes are legal tender and must be received for ground rent, with Judge Sharswood dissenting.
Fragmentary remarks from officers describe lethal threats and retaliation fears over Fort Pillow actions. Soldiers threaten to execute prisoners and retaliatory violence if government steps are not taken. The fragmentary report reflects heightened tensions among troops.
The report on the Florida expedition is printed with a 5000 copy printing proposal. Naval appropriation debates alter docks and school location. House hears Grant's Chattanooga battle report. A Naval Administration board is proposed. Expulsion motions for Mr Long dominate House debate with party splits. Fort Pillow massacre prompts inquiry and retaliation talks.
Report from Carro describes the Fort Pillow engagement where Forrest Chalmers and McCullough led about six to eight thousand rebels against the Union garrison of the 78th Tennessee Cavalry and Black troops. After a fierce four hour fight the fort fell, Major Booth was killed, prisoners taken, and many civilians and troops perished or wounded. The Platte Valley picked up wounded and departed.
A St Louis report from April 16 describes brutal rebel actions at Fort Pillow. It recounts shootings of hospitalized women and enslaved workers, mass killings of Negro soldiers, and the alleged intent to spare no mercy to white soldiers with negroes. It also notes Union rescue efforts and the Platte Valley ships aiding wounded.
The Chicago Board of Trade vows to stop handling all paper money except National currency on May 15. The Tribune predicts widespread shift to a uniform National currency, with greenbacks circulating to support Uncle Sam and curb wildcat currency.
Nasby lists Democratic cliques with alternating names and platforms. He notes groups backing Mick Lel lon on peace or war tickets, Valandy gum on peace or war, and others advocating for or against the draft and war in general. The piece mocks factional splits and calls some members inconsequential or unsuitable.
North Carolina readers report Western counties have hanged several Confederate officers and soldiers for mutiny as conscription enforcement tightens. Raleigh Confederate notes the election hinges on rebel army success with Holden favored by a large majority. Rail lines move troops and valuable cargoes while steamers await departures.
New York April 18 Saxonia brings London papers of the 7th. Lords judgment against the crown in Alexandra case. Maximilian’s Mexican throne accepted after Austrian compromise. Prussian advances near Doppel. Sonderburg bombarded. town burned. civilians killed. Powers to hold a convention. Mexico to be proclaimed emperor after accession. Pope recovered. Sweden seeks peace. Denmark at Conference. Danish defense at Viele. Confederate loan and currencies noted.
Chattanooga April 16. All quiet at the front with no change. A rebel lieutenant and 62 non commissioned officers and privates entered the lines last night. Hardee's corps reportedly moved away from Dalton toward Virginia. A fire damaged three military buildings costing 20 000 with no government losses. May Gen Newton heads to Cleveland to command the Second Division of the Fourth Corps, formerly Sheridan's.
In Knoxville on April 16 a large crowd gathered before the Court House. Resolutions by Parson Brown urged emancipation a convention and calling Gov Johnson to convene at once and supported Lincoln's wartime policy. Johnson delivered a forceful speech attacking the Copperheads. Guerrilla Reynolds was surprised by a cavalry detachment with ten killed and Reynolds and fifteen others captured with horses and arms.
The Eastern paper records two conflicting dates for the draft postponement, with one statement delaying until May 1 and another indicating a postponement to June 1. The conflicting reports create uncertainty about the actual deadline.
A person files a private notice claiming their spouse Eliga A. I Benl left the shared home without justification. The fragmentary text indicates a solemn public record of marital separation and accusation regarding abandonment.
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