Portage County Officials Named in Local Court Docket
The document lists county officials and attorneys including WILTEAM WHITE of Gath County and HORACE WIEDER of Ashtabula County. Also noted are P. RICHARDSON of Mooroe County and OREE R. WORAILEY of Falton County with references to the Treasury and public works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilteam White
Gath Couny
Horace Wieder
Ashtabuls County
the Treasury
Oree R. Worailey
Falton County
Philip Herring
Auglaize
Siwes Moore
Coshocton
Seccion Congressional Convention at Wooster Endorses Peace Delegates
The Wooster meeting of the Secession Congressional Convention faced rebel sympathy among delegates. Resolutions urged support for peace candidates at Chicago and backed Long’s speech. Kenny of Ashland Estell of Millersburg named as delegates with Neal Power of Wooster as Presidential elector.
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Wooster
Rebiet
Chicago
Long
Kenny
Ashland
Estell
Millersburg
Neal Power
Sherman closes last mountain pass in decisive move toward Atlanta
Sherman forces Johnston to evacuate the final mountain pass opening a path toward Atlanta. East operations cheer with Hunter at Staunton, Kautz expedition, Sheridan’s movement, and Grant’s army actions alarming Richmond, signaling soon to come decisive events.
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Sherman
Johnston
Atlanta
Hunter
Staunton
Kautz
James River
Sheridan
Grant
Richmond
Morgan Used Up After Kentucky Raid
Morgan's invasion of Kentucky reduced his force to about 1,600 by losses at Mt Sterling and Cynthiana. The remnant is scattered and pursued by Union troops. Railroads damaged will be repaired soon as soldiers of the 168th and 17st Ohio captured at Cynthiana arrive in Cincinnati. Paroled men do not get recognition on either side and will return to duty.
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Morgan
Kentucky
Ohio
Mt. Sterling
Cynthiana
168Th
17St
Cincinnati
Platform of the Union Party Platform in Baltimore
The corrected National Union Convention platform from Baltimore is published with resolutions. It calls for unconditional surrender of rebels and continuation of the war, abolition of slavery, constitutional amendment to prevent its reestablishment, full protection for colored soldiers, and support for Monroe doctrine, immigration, national credit, currency, and the Pacific Railroad. The platform is presented as radical and aligned with Union principles.
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National Union Convention
Baltimore
Abraham Ininceln
Great Union Party
Republic
Pacific Railroad
Union
Union Party
United States
Army
Abraham Lincoln
Pacific
National Union Committee Names Leaders in Washington Meeting
Henry J Raymond of New York chosen as Chairman of the National Union Committee. An Executive Committee of five with New York HQs was appointed, including Claffin, Senter, Parvinace, Clark, and Lane. An Advisory Committee based in St Louis was named with Lane and others.
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Henry J Raymond
New York
Union Party
National Union Committee
Washington
Claffin
Marachusetts
New Jersey
Senter
Ohio
Connecticut
Onmobe
Wayne County Democrat Attacks Frank Pierce as Traitor in North
A Northern newspaper denounces Frank Pierce as a shameless traitor and ‘Rebel’ sympathizer. It accuses him of pro slavery actions during his presidency and praises Lincoln while urging northern voters not to support Pierce. The piece mocks the Democrat for backing peace on any terms and fears Pierce could be the Republican foe in the election.
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Wayne County
Frank Pierce
Pierce
J * Davis
Hisu
St. Nicholls
New York
Wayne County Democrat
Ashland
The
Democrat
Lincoln
North
Recalled 4th Ohio Volunteers Praised by Brigade Commander
The veteran 4th Ohio Regiment returned to Columbus after a three year term. In late spring battles their numbers dwindled from 200 to 91 with some wounded. Col Smyth commends their service and unity, hoping for reunion after the war.
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Ohio
Columbus
Grant
Herapy
Bria
A. C
4Th Ohio Volunteers
4Th Ohio
Thos. A. Smyth
Jo. G. Rep
Lincoln Receives Union League Committee Support
A Committee of 80 from the Union League of America meets President Lincoln in the Green Room to announce ratification of the Baltimore Union National Convention and urge mobilization to secure the reelection of Lincoln and Reprew Jonxson for President and Vice President. The council endorses the convention platform and vows to use all power to elect loyal Union men.
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National Council of the
Union League of America
National Council of the League
Col
Oliver T. Beard
Brooklyn
N. Y
National Council
The
United States
Union National Convention
League
Baltimore
Alana Lixcott
Jonxson
Iaid
Union League
The New Nation Compares Fremont Party to Democrats
The New Nation notes the Fremont party and the Democratic party show little difference. It argues a common ticket could sweep everything, calling the two parties nearly identical like two peas in one body with two faces.
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United States
Copperhead Pn
Fremont
Ne Ion
New York
Democratié Party
New Nation
The Baltimore Nominations for Lincoln and Johnson
The National Union Convention named Abraham Lincoln for president and Andrew Johnson for vice president. It emphasizes unity over party faction, loyalty to the war effort, and a pledge to guide the nation through rebellion with a Southern ally aligned against treason.
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Baltimore
Uown
Abraham Tincoln
Great
Fl Date Party
United States
Henry Clay
Baltimore Whig
Malier
Clay
Whig
John Tyler
Abraham Lincoln
Great Union Party
Republer
Andrew Johnson
Lakes
Gulf
Tennessee
Breckinbidge
Senate
Union
New Jersey
Kentucky
Copperheadiam
Nimes
Rebel Tribute to Northern Copperbreadas
An Atlanta Appeal article analyzes peace prospects crediting Northern supporters of rebellion. The text urges continued effort to dethrone the tyrant and halt the war, while noting blows strengthen an arm trained by Long Harria Voorhees and Vallandingham.
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Atlanta
Long
Harria
Voorhees
Vallandingham
Andrew Johnson the Union candidate for Vice President
A portrait of Andrew Johnson born in Raleigh North Carolina December 29 1808 tracing his rise from tailor apprentice to congressman governor and senator. It notes his loyalty to the Union during the Civil War his appointment as Military Governor of Tennessee and his reputation as a self made leader allied with Lincoln and War Democrats.
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Andrew Johnson
Tennessee
Governor Johnson
Raleigh
North Carolina
Andy
State Senate
Congress
Gustavus A. Henry
Merideth
United States
Senate
Nashville
Lincoln
Democratic Party
Union
Brough
Dickinson
Stanton
Draft The Commuta tion Clause In Congress Papers
The papers laid before Congress on a Wednesday outline support for a new draft within a short period, reduced service terms, and compulsory actual service, either in person or by substitute. Lincoln and Stanton advocate repealing the three hundred dollar exemption and expanding enrollment to sustain Army strength amid Civil War.
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Congress
House Committee On Military Affairs
Copperhead
Senate
House of Representatves
Secretary of War
Abraham Lincobrn
Washington DC
War Department
Washington City
Tae Priesident
Edwin M Stanton
van Derantwent
Genenac
Wassixetoy
D. C
Edwin M. Stanton
Draft reports prompt review of quotas and exemptions
Provost Marshal General James B. Fry reports 1864 draft results from eight states showing exemptions, commutations, and personal service statuses. He argues the 2800 clause limits strength and warns against large bounties or permanent reliance on drafts, recommending repeal of the 330 clause.
Fremont Letter of Acceptance Provokes Union Alarm
The piece reprints General Fremont’s acceptance letter for the Cleveland nomination. It denounces his Copperhead tone and calls his stance a betrayal of the Union, arguing his aim is to appease rebels and split government allies. It notes a possible push to the Chicago Convention and warns against Lincoln’s re election.
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the Times
Geo. Fremont
Cleveland
Copperhead
Chicago
Lincoln
Union Platform Resolved Support Union War Aims and Slavery End
Platform resolutions affirm duty to quell the rebellion by arms, condemn slavery as the root of the conflict, endorse emancipation and Lincoln's measures, call for wartime unity, protection for soldiers, repayment of debts, immigration policies, railroad to the Pacific, and strict fiscal policies to sustain the national currency.
Monroe Doctrine Support Sparks Loud Applause in House
The House echoing support for the Monroe Doctrine and warning against European interference prompts prolonged applause. Abraham Lincoln’s name is cheered, and emancipation and anti-slavery sentiments are praised as resolutions are adopted by acclamation following Mr. Bushnell's motion.
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United States
Abraham Lincoln
Bushnell
Army of the Potomac Official News and Movements
Official reports through five o'clock detail cavalry operations from Kennesaw to List Mountain and other actions. Sherman says cavalry probing enemy positions. Butler reports quiet. Kautz took forty prisoners and one artillery piece at Petersburg. Canby notes Taylor’s crossing attempt repelled at the Atchafalaya. Burbridge pursues Morgan into Kentucky and Virginia with continued engagements and pursuit toward Versailles. Stanton signed the dispatch.
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Diz
Army of the Potomac
Sherman
Kinesaw
List Mountain
Butler
Kante
Petersburg
Gilmore
Kautz
Canby
Vicksburg
Emery
Taylor
Atchafalaya
Burbridge
Kentucky
Lexington
Beaver Creek
Big Sandy
Morgan
Virginia
Gladesville
Whiteburg
Mt. Sterling
Versailles
Hunter
E. M Stanton
Union victory report from Staunton after Piedmont clash
General Dix dispatches say at Piedmont last Sunday Union forces destroyed Confederate resistance. They claim 1500 prisoners captured including 60 officers and 3000 arms with three guns. Union junction formed with Generals Crooks and Averill. An unofficial Staunton dispatch reports infantry burning trees and rails and government buildings at Stanton.
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Dix
Hunter
Staunton
Piedmont
Killin
Jones
Crooks
Averill
Stanton
R. BR. McCusg
Congress Concludes Sessions with Several Debates and Postponements
In the Senate a land title bill for Blue Mound College and a private land claims act for New Mexico pass. A freedmen bureau bill advances then stalls. The Niagara ship canal measure and ex‑members’ floor admission are debated and tabled. The bankruptcy bill tightens liabilities to 500 dollars, while Hunter’s victory over Jones at Mound Crawford is celebrated. The DC matters occupy the rest of the session.
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Senate
Blue Mound College
Committee On Naval Affairs
Chicago Marine Hospital
Davis
Gen. Butler
New Mexico
House
Bureau of Freedmens’ Affairs
Sumner
Richardson
House of Representatives
Falls of
Niagara
Congress
Gen Hunter
Gen. Jones
Mound Crawford
District of Columbia
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Atéormey P. Richardson
Mooroé County
President Lincoln
Jamels B Fry
Genera
the Union Platform
Wasasyatos
John Morgan
Gen. Burbridge
Sinally Erevest Barshal
Covington
Garris
168Th Ohio
Hobson
Fermi
Carpenters & Joiners
Emily
Carpentera
Joinres
C ¢ Baker
Alex. Adam
Alexaoder Adams
Derenset
Jamar
Connelly
Howard Association
Philapelphia
Tad
Christian Zimmerman
J Patoll
George Kelbly
Marabaleville
Wags Cora
Ohie
Z. Harsh
British Bank
Union Line Express CO. Veneral Forwarbens UV
Laird
Watmore
A.J. Dewwlit
Ageoy
Culverwell
Easay
AB. J.O. Kline & CO
Bowery
Depakrurur, Wasnixcton
Michigan
Betse
Wilson
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Guarantera
Suretica
Henry Sherbye
Valentine Wault
Joseph Firestone
State of Ohio
Himmebrach
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Haverstock
Conrad
Johnson Theo F Kennedy
Mar Knox
Catherine
Kintnel
Knepper Sirous Kramer Jacob Lonvan
Henry Mager
J Henry Metz
Samuel Mohn
A P Neaver
Wm McClurg
Marv Newmer
Frederick Case O
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Mary Rider
James Rile
Simon Sharp
Bazeleel
Steviok
Rachel Steward
Robert Strahm
Louisa Smith
Mar Smith
A Thorn
Elizabeth Warfel
Daniel Wegner
F Weaver
Sarah Wooster , M
E. Foreman, P. M
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Tom Kinc
Partsburgh Panttary
WM. Middleton
Thomas King
Job
Louise Tournaire
America
Europe
Mile
Lavinia
Somio
James
DHS Naylor
Signor G. Wambold
William H. Green
Hercules
William Smith
Man Monkey
Tom King
J. C. Clark
Spider
Tom and Jerry
Arapailco
Mexico
Paicu Oy
Stebbins
Twato
We &S
Nfl
Tesh
General Woinneaa
Ron
Professionel
von Raspers
Pereliedpon
Faye Ud
Beatty
TAR
Abllo
Geneva
Blic
Call and Sen Brugqene Chatelain Wooeter
Guardian
Pribate Court
Bio
Jobo Reed
Emlen Migua
Samuel
Jacob
Sitna
Sabella
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Bia
Jane
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Vohn Reed
M. Biges
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