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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1863
Page
2
A Wooster segment appeals to citizens to turnout for Union support and deter Vallandigham and his backers from winning power, framing the great question of the day as defending the government against rebels.
A grand rally is planned on Dalton city steps with Union City and Sugar Creek adjoining townships invited. Hon. Welker and Geo Jameson will speak, with other speakers announced for Saturday evening.
Ben Houglas and James McCoy will address the Union Association at Canaan Center on Friday evening August 14th.
The Union Primary Election takes place on Saturday with all interested in selecting a food strong ticket set to attend and vote. Union men aim to save the Government and preclude traitors in the North from office, stressing the need for a strong ticket and decisive election.
The publication of a full speech by Hon. John Sherman on the Union, Vallandigham, and national issues urges readers to study the candid argument, share with neighbors, and consider the preservation of free institutions beyond party lines. It promotes intelligent civic choice over partisan prejudice.
The Union leads Kentucky governor race with 82 974 votes reported in 68 counties while 622 counties remain. The Cincinnati Gazette predicts the advantage could top 50 000 as rebels in Kentucky mirror Ohio and oppose military despotism and democracy amid wartime tensions.
A letter recounts Capt. Ben Eason visiting Vallandigham on Table Rock in British soil praised by the traitor sympathizers. It says Eason returned home with a fable about Vallandigham in contact with England and warns Plain township women and children. The piece questions why Ben was not nominated for Senator, hinting at a pilgrimage to rebel idols and a prior Union captaincy.
In New York City three men were found guilty of first degree robbery and sentenced by Recorder Hoffman to five, ten, and fifteen years. The case ties to rioting in City Hall Park. The same session saw ninety-two indictments for arson, robbery, assault with intent to kill, and riot among many defendants.
The Cincinnati Commercial reports from high authority and Vallandigham friends that the Distinguished Exile has set to withdraw his name from the ticket at the June convention. Observers say recent pilgrimages to the Falls were for reasons other than exile adjuration, amid Federal successes and Ohio’s united opposition to the rebellion raising pressure to dump the cause of their troubles overboard.
The piece targets Vallandigham as a traitor and criticizes his supporters. It notes Democrats including Theo and Douglas factions turning against him, while some back John Brough as a principled alternative. The letter is described as further evidence of treachery.
The piece reports Copperhead claims that soldiers will sway the election and vows to contest results if the soldiers vote affects the outcome. A Copperhead county candidate publicly warns of contest if their slate loses, accusing the bill permitting soldier voting as unconstitutional.
The Copperheads circulate false claims that Vallandigham voted to raise soldiers pay from eleven to thirteen dollars per month. We challenge them to show from Congressional Globe or Journals any bill Vallandigham supported or voted for. Union men should beware deceptive schemes and stay vigilant against rebel tactics.
Fragmentary notes describe Copperheads troubling Ohio troops in Morrow County. Suspected actions include intimidation and attacks on soldiers, with vague references to engagements near Cardin and efforts to cross into China. The garbled text mentions Ohio regiments and local reactions to the unrest.
A fragmentary OCR passage contrasts a Beedict Arnold proclamation with Vallandigham style sentiment, noting North Carolina and Ohio reactions. It references Union and Confederate loyalties, urging resilience against oppression and contemplating liberty, taxes, and military resistance.
The text rebuts claims that Vallandigham supported funding soldiers in the Civil War. It cites his Newark speech pledging not to contribute to shedding blood and his Dayton defense denying votes for army or navy appropriations since 1861. It argues Copperheads misstate his record to influence gubernatorial politics.
The piece argues the $500 clause furthers the rich while the $300 clause enforces conscription, noting substitutes in Philadelphia at about 150 dollars and many willing to enlist. It condemns Copperheads and traitors for possibly gaining the clause’s benefits and urges placing this faction at the front lines.
A Wooster pledge by Sun-Set Cox mocks Vallandigham and contrasts copperhead treachery with democratic salvation. A New York Post correspondent notes the polemic and ridicules Cox for misusing biblical illustrations while lamenting his blundering.
The draft law lists exemptions for certain persons including top government officials the President and Vice President judges and heads of departments. It also covers the only son dependent on labor for support the father or mother of dependent children and family scenarios where two in the household are in service. It specifies felony conviction as a disqualifier and sets limits on exemptions among household members.
A 1860s political letter argues that constitutional rights and the Union are at stake in Ohio with federal policy under Lincoln and party conflict. It contends constitutions, laws, and liberty must be defended against abolitionist and Democratic views, urging support for a candidate aligned with restoring the Union.
The Cleveland Democratic newspaper prints a translated editorial urging support for John Brough for Governor. It explains a strategic shift to back the party advocating suppression of the rebellion, while acknowledging disagreements on secondary issues. It warns against mob rule and urges united public service for national peace.
The report surveys British papers judging Confederate prospects and Federal gains. It notes Lincoln era plans in Virginia and the contested river area, with cautious views on Confederate endurance and possible Union gains. It mentions Polk government efforts in Mexico and Poland opposing compromised independence, restoring 1782 boundaries.
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