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Wooster Republican

Location

Wooster, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 03, 1865

Page

2

Political turmoil and tarnished party in wartime era

The text laments a splintered Coppermone faction facing ruin as defeat undermines its platform. Leaders cling to war records to avoid disbandment, fearing exposure of past actions. It warns Union supporters to mobilize, while noting relief benefits for mustered-out soldiers remain in question amid political maneuvering.

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Copperheads and Union loyalty in wartime politics

The letter from Cin. Gaz editor warns Copperheads and Copper-Seatly sympathizers against deceiving the public, urging steadfast support for the Union party. It mocks Benjamin and Salt Creek correspondents, condemns treasonous activity, and calls for allegiance and unity to preserve victory and restore peace.

Great Union Party Sahich Maxakes

Soldier Voting Law Expires by Limitation

Ohio law repealed the soldier voting provision during the rebellion, allowing any qualified voter in active service to vote. The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes democrats object, while advocates cite mobilization and loyalty. dispatches from Washington report Treasury funding pending congress. Nashville disloyalists forecast Copperhead gains as General Thomas supports Brownlow's government.

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The What Is It and Skunk Plot in a Doubled Letter

A long, informal letter discusses a mischief plan featuring a skunk scent vial to frighten a Parson, with mock dialogue about confessing, oaths, and disguises. It references neighbors, old soldiers, and a mysterious "What Is It" figure, urging further poetic ideas and local gossip.

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Letter to Ben Eason from 1865 political friend

Deuteronomy Smith writes a friendly, informal missive to Benjamy Eason of Hosames County dated July 21, 1865. He mocks demoncrats, urges calm, and offers ad hoc advice on conduct, tone, and avoiding direct names while discussing abolitionist and party tensions, draft avoidance, and social signals amid postwar politics. He questions racial terms and references familiar figures, signaling factional tension and personal rapport.

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Bounty Pinkerton Ahead and Wooster Bank Attacks

A Wayne County Democrat editor denies all charges against him and claims the Wooster Bank controversy aims to derail Bounty Pinkerton’s county treasurer bid. He recalls the Drug Store Clique’s influence, questions Canada trip plans, and hints at Knights of the Golden Circle and Confederate scrip. The letter adds a note on suspensions in Washington related to an assassination case.

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