State Convention Called for June in War Time
The Democratic Central Committee calls a state convention for June 11 to nominate top state officials and judges, while the Union Committee sets a convention for June 17. Both tickets aim early in the field, with platforms hinted by their convention calls. The Union call stresses loyalty to government and wartime measures, while the Democratic call offers little praise for the government and criticizes the administration and rebel forces.
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Expeditious Union Raids Disrupt Mississippi Rail Routes
Dispatches report a West Ty der Col. Grierson cavalry raid destroying Jackson and Meridian. The action severs the Vicksburg Mobile link and blocks rail movement to Tennessee. Reported losses include 20 miles of rail and crops burned as Union forces support inland operations in Mississippi.
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Vicksburg
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Mississippi
Ternessee
Milliken’s Bend
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Deer Créek
Gheenville
Camberlain Rebels Routed in Brief Kentucky Clash
General Carr advanced from Somerset into Montgomery below the Cumberland with 5000 men and engaged the Camberlain rebels at Monticello. A sharp fight followed as federal forces drove the rebels from the position and pursued them beyond the hills.
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A Civil War Era Letter From Col Sprazz And Myers View
A War time letter printed from April 1863 discusses charges against Col Marcus Sprzazz of the 120th Ohio and Capt. Myers. It includes polemics about loyalty, Republican politics, and the fate of slavery while urging soldiers to trust their commander and protect their regiments amid conflict.
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Got. Bpiegle
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W. G. Myers
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Myer
Virginia
South Carolina
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High Regard for the 120th Ohio Regiment Authority
A Civil War era piece extols the 120th Ohio Infantry Regiment. It notes renewed health and morale after leadership changes, praises Colonel Spiegle, and critiques Colonel French for allowing treasonous material to circulate. The article includes Spiegle’s address to the regiment and references to an 1863 date.
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Cincinnati Enquirer
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Kansas
Regiment 120th praised for discipline and bravery in service
The passage extols the 120th Regiment under Division Commander Gen Aus terhouse as among the best trained and most soldier-like units. It lauds intelligence bravery and unwavering patriotism, notes sad days endured, and looks forward to a bright future for the regiment.
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War years and lessons from the Civil War
Two years into the war, Greely argues progress is measured by ideas and policy, not only battles. He notes black regiments forming for the Union, emancipation publicly asserted, and Rebels overestimated Washington plans, while Union resolve grows steadier and more practical.
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Lakeville Mess Letter from 82d Ohio Regiment Near Brafford C. H. Va.
A Lakeville unit letter from Co. K of the 82d Ohio Cavalry, dated April 20 1863, reports strong health and steadfast Union loyalty. It notes four fallen comrades and criticizes a traitor, vows to defend the flag, urges Ohioans to support the Union, and asserts the regiment’s good condition and readiness to return home after victory. It also questions northern dissent and calls for renewed faith in the government and Constitution.
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Brilliant Dash at Van Dorn by Granger's Cavalry
A Union detachment under Col. Campbell of the 2d Michigan rode through Van Dorn's pickets near Thompson's Station. Rebels formed to resist but suffered 14 killed, 20 wounded, and 11 captured including an officer. Federals reported no losses.
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Capture of Fredericksburg and repulse at Chancellorville
Union reports from May 1 on the Rappahannock describe heavy fighting on the right near Chancellorville. Second Army Corps held left, Third Corps moved front. rebels driven from two ridges while Union batteries shelled roads. Siege works built at night, and plans to reopen the Rappahannock bridge.
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Grant Drives Army Up Black River After Vicksburg Push
From Camp May 1 reports say General Grant moved the whole army toward Vicksburg leaving heavy baggage behind. Steamers from Milikin's Bend bring later news. many forces are crossing to Grand Gulf and some observers expect Grant to have reached Black River with a possible great victory anticipated by officers and men.
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Army General Orders announce decisive three-day operations
General Orders No 47 from Fatwourts Potomac reports three days of operations by the 5th 11th and 12th corps forcing the enemy to choose battle on open ground. The commanding General praises the corps for splendid achievements and declares the enemy must either surrender or be destroyed.
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Rebels Attack Hooker at Fredericksburg and Clash
Army reports from the Fredericksburg battle describe a three day skirmish as Hooker’s corps repels rebel assaults on Saturday and Sunday. A furious melee near Chancellor House and the Plank Road sees heavy fighting, siege artillery, and multiple regiments engaged, with Union forces gaining ground and repelling attacks amid fierce casualties.
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Battle Update From Hooker’s Army Near Richmond
Washington reports renewed fighting on Monday with an enemy equal in force. Destruction of Masaponox and Matapony bridges cuts the road to Richmond. Eight hundred prisoners, including the 2nd Georgia regiment, were brought to the Capitol.
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Victory reported for Hooker and Gen Fitzhugh Lee prisoner
The Washington Republican reports Hooker’s army achieving a more complete victory than expected and notes Gen Fitzhugh Lee captured in Washington. An extra from The Bulletin indicates over 8,000 prisoners reportedly captured and details to follow.
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List of names and entities in historical notice
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