Union State Convention Nominates Ohio Ticket in Columbus
The Republican press reports the Columbus convention as the largest and most patriotic in Ohio, nominating John Brough for Governor with Col. Charles Anderson and Col. James H. Godman for top state posts. Vallandigham is rallied by the Copperheads as the November peace candidate, described as a traitor by party allies.
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Columbus
Ohio
Wayne County
John Brough
Noble
Union
Charles Anderson
Nottonsy County
Qal. Anderson
Anderson
Fort Sumter
Texas
Mexico
Senate
James H. Godman
Marion
Col. Godman
Andrews
4Th Ohio Regiment
Fredericksburg
Godman
Barrere
Capitol
Atheneum
Thia
Storrens
Copperhead
Vallandigham
Knights of the Golden Circle
Jeff. Davis
Tralora
Copperheads
Union County Convention elects delegates for state meeting
A Union County Convention held at the Court House in Wooster selected delegates to attend the Union State Convention in Columbus on the 17th. Judge Welker presided. Jacob Roach was named chairman and A. O. McMillen secretary. Delegates from numerous townships were chosen to cast Union votes. A County Union Central Committee also named: Norton, Lehman, Brinkerhoff, Anderson, Giuke, Foreman, Spink, and others. The meeting adjourned.
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Union County Central Committee
Court House
Wooster
Columbus
Welker
Jacob ‘Rouch
Plain
McMillen
Jacob Roach
Andrew Raudebach
John Zimmerman
Capt. Orr
Cyrus Bowman
Green
M. H. Dodd
Franklin
Geo. W. Ross
Mr. Mathias
John Scott
Paint
John B. Crosby
Wm. M. Johnston
James Taylor
Baltcreek
J. BR. Abey
Benj. Weatherfer
Baughman
Isaac Johnson
Wayne
County Union Central Committee
Benj. Norton
Henry Lehman
John Brinkerhoff
J. A. Anderson
J. H.giuke
E. Foreman
R. B. Spink
Nepture Steam Fire Engine CO
Pittsburgh
Canton
Akron
Massillon
Millerd Lnrg
Manséijid
Mount Eaton
Tile DA
Wm M Orr
T & Johnson
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Tlenry Tehuuo
Mei Pa
Pee
Judge Welker
Kay Donnelly
Eddity Council
F Kaltwasser
Jvimmons
D W.immel
Z Potter
Harry Kougts
D W Immel
Henry Leis
N Paulus
I Hikert
BR Downing
James Shaffer
Sam@el Joyce
M. P. Weddell
Absistante
Jacob Shultz
If Leis
Purge the Military Committee in Wayne County
A public demand calls Gov Tod to purge the Wayne County Military Committee citing peace men among its members and accusing Union supporters of permitting a subversive association. The letter labels some members as Vallandigham tools and urges replacement with honest men.
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Wayne County
Satan
Gov. Tod
Sneaks
Vallandigham
Copperheads urged to reform and join the nation
A Civil War era appeal denounces actions that delay the war and endanger soldiers. It warns that prolonging the conflict will draw punishment and responsibility onto those who oppose the government. The message calls on Copperheads to reflect, repent, and align with the country.
Movement in Virginia and Tennessee signals new Civil War action
The report notes Confederate and Union maneuvers in Virginia and Tennessee as Rosecrans presses Bragg while Grant attacks Vicksburg. The narrator anticipates a major battle near Murfreesboro, with lines drawn and troops in motion on multiple fronts.
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Rappahannock
Virginia
Tennessee
Rosecrans
Bragg
Grant
Vicksburg
Murfreesboro
Rebellion in Ohio Reports Resistance to Draft
Reports from Knox, Licking, Coshocton, Holmes and other counties describe Vallandigham Copperheads resisting draft enrollment and fearing a march south to take up arms. The scattered text hints at widespread discontent and organized opposition within the state.
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Ohio
Vallandigham Copperheads
Knox
Licking
Coshocton
Holmes
Ohio mobilization call from Governor Tod urging volunteers
Governor David Tod appeals to Ohio's counties to raise and equip volunteer regiments for a six month service. He cites President Lincoln's militia call and promises pay, clothing, and subsistence, with new camps organized by county and rapid deployment to protect homes and families.
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Jane
Ohio
Lee
Pennsylva
Virginia
Volantegrnililiz
Wayne
Cleveland
Cuyahoga
Médina
Lorain
Aichland
Holmes
Richland
Gene Hardin
Hancock
Putman
Allen
van Wett
Paulding
Williams
Defiance
Fulton
Woodj
Lucas
Ottawa
Sandusky
Seneca
Erie
Hurdh
Lake
Ashtabula
Geauga
Trumbail
Mah¢ King
Milroy Surrounded at Winchester and Lee Advances
Dispatches report Gen Milroy surrounded at Winchester by Confederate forces before breaking through to Harper’s Ferry. Lee’s army, 90,000 strong, advances toward the Rappahannock as Hooker’s dispersed forces reorganize. Pennsylvania governors issue a 50,000 man mobilization while battles rage near Martinsburg, Winchester, and Culpeper with heavy losses.
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Ites
Washington
Lee
Rappahannock
Hooker
Urg
Réoge
Alexandria
Arcenton
Catlett’s
Aquia Creek
North Carolina
Blackjrater
Forth Fork
Reppahannock
Culpepper
Harper’s Ferry
Shenandoah Valley
Potomac
Nns
Aquia Alexandria
Hargissoure
Pennsylvania
Texas
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Hannissure
Ceratoribersburg
Hagerstown
Perryville
Martinsburg
Winchester
Reynolds
Perrysville
Booker
Harrisburg
Warrenton
Maryland
Schenck
Cameron
McClellan
Gen. Franklin
Pittsburgh
President's call for volunteers to defend Ohio state
The President proclaims a 2D call to loyal states warning of rebel raids and invasion. Ohio mobilizes 30,000 troops, urging youths and all citizens to immediate readiness and national duty. Wayne County militia appeals to young men to answer the government demand with promptness.
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Ohio
Chrittee
Wayne County
Ghio
Negro Troops Rally at Milliken Bend in Battle Record
The report describes Negro troops at Millken's Bend rallying after an initial rout when told rebels were slaughtering captured comrades. Despite a larger rebel force, they fought with desperation and drove the enemy back. The piece condemns pro slavery claims about Black soldiers. Florida Port Indiana and Milliken Bend cited as reputational examples.
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Nexro
Millken’s Bend
Firsti
Lpy
Neproes
Florida
Port Indsor
Committee to Seek Release of Traitor Vallandigham
A Secesh Convention at Columbus last week appointed nineteen Coppereads to travel to Washington and demand the release of architect Vallandigham. George Bliss of Wooster is named among the group. The note calls for mobilizing Holmes county men to quell the rebellion of its peculiar constituents.
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Coumbus
Wastingtop
Vallandigham
George Bliss
Wooster
Holmes County
Convict Vallandigham and Blue Lights Debate Echoes of History
An editorial laments parallels to the 1814 Harford Convention and blue lights guiding British ships. It denounces Vallandigham and a rebel nomination, warning that a Democratic bid for Ohio governor echoes past insurrections and party loyalties, urging unity for the Union.
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Sion
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Democratic Party
Peace Party
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Wood
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Ohio
Vallandigham
United States Court
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Clement Vallandigh
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Scopla
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Lincoln
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Clay
Dor
Rhode Island
Dorr
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Davis
East Tent ‘Saée
North Carolina
van Dorn
Sedal
Benjamin and
Nomin
Ngn Ali
Debated Civil War Era Sketch on National Identity
Fragmented 19th century prose discusses loyalty and national fate with strong moral contrasts. It argues that if rebellion fails, human nature remains flawed and calls on citizens to face historical responsibility. The author questions who would side with tyranny and who defends the nation.
The Democratic Madison County Secession Debate
A mid 19th century confrontation over secession within the Democratic faction. The text presents arguments for and against leaving the Union, declaring state sovereignty and opposing federal authority, with references to Compact Theory and the right of states to withdraw. The piece frames secession as treason against the nation and contemplates future alignments.
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Mississippi
South Carolina
Jeff
Everal
Milroy Telegram Reports Winchester Siege and Retreat
From Harper's Ferry on June 16 General Milroy reports his forces invested at Winchester by about fifteen thousand rebels with twenty guns. His outer works fell, he spiked guns, and withdrew at 1 AM Monday, facing a large pursuit. he estimates 2000 killed wounded or missing.
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