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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1863
Page
2
In Worcester the author denounces Copperheads as traitors rejoicing at Hooker’s setback and Virginia battlefield reverses. The piece calls for public indignation, removal from loyal circles, and strong condemnation of alleged treason as the war drags on.
The piece defends the Ohio law enabling soldiers to vote, crediting Republicans for passage, contrasting with Copperhead opposition. It cites New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Wisconsin and Iowa as states where Democrats opposed or blocked soldier suffrage, and urges Republicans to stand by soldiers and oppose Copperhead claims.
The court martial, led by Brigadier General Potter and Captain Cutts, convicts Clement Vallandigham of treasonable speech in Mt Vernon Ohio. Witnesses testify to antiwar statements while Vallandigham protests lack of authority. verdict to be published in general orders.
The piece argues Copperhead and Democratic organs oppose Union badges in Dayton schools and attack common schooling. It recalls historical anti education sentiment from Henry A. Wise and presses that opposing free schools harms national prosperity, questioning the spread of abolitionist views.
The Ashland Union announces a Mass Democratic Meeting on the 80th inst with Hon. C L Vallandigham expected to attend Also listed are Geo Bliss and Capt McSweeney making it a family gathering while speculation swirls about political futures and Southward postings.
The Cleveland Herald notes rumors claiming Richmond fell. It cites sightings of transports with troops near Hampton Roads, Gen. Peck’s forces from Suffolk, and a transport with prisoners halted to move troops toward Richmond. It argues belief spread from Fortress Monroe to Baltimore that Richmond was defenceless.
Rebel papers admit Stonewall Jackson was wounded in the late battle and his arm amputated above the elbow. He has been removed to his headquarters in the countryside and his exact condition is not yet known.
A Civil War letter from J C of Carrol's Brigade recounts the May 1863 assault near United States Ford, detailing a three hour fight that drove rebels back a mile, heavy casualties, and a brave repatriation of the rebel flag by T M McClaran. The writer notes Hooker’s praise and widowhood of brothers in arms.
Washington May 9 1863 A Civil War letter lists killed and wounded from Co E 4th Ohio after last Saturday's fight Harman Butler killed Tip McClure wounded severely McClure captured flag pillow for Tip McClure Matthew Smith wounded missing possibly prisoner Archibald Dice wounded thigh Patrick Myers wounded John Krug wounded above ankle E McKelvy finger shot off Thomas M McClaren wounded head not dangerously Dr McAbee with wounded details to be learned Hooker praised brigade bravery Rebels bombarded hospital killing wounded and a nurse public confidence remains strong Courage Hodurance Perseverance and resolve shown by our people.
During the engagement at Chancellorsville the brick mansion used as Gen. Hooker's headquarters was shelled and set ablaze. Hooker was knocked down by a post supporting a torn porch, but his bruises proved not serious and the command shifted briefly to Gen. Coach.
The Legislative Investigating Committee reports on arrests in Stark and surrounding counties in Oct 1862 including Archibald McGregor and Peter N. Reitzel for aiding anti draft speakers. Other detainees faced varied charges while some were released after oath or bond. The report defends the use of wartime powers and notes limited infringements.
Resolutions from a Reading Pennsylvania Democratic convention defend open or secret meetings and oppose secret societies while denouncing abolitionism secessionism and the wartime actions. They claim unconstitutional laws and praise resistance to invasion of personal freedom urging open organizations to sustain the Constitution and Union and rejecting the current war with a State rights emphasis.
A note describes distress signals from a police perhead secret society using initials H O R d. The hailing party uses the first two letters as Hold On. Respondents who are members reply BR 4d meaning Richmond as part of coded exchanges in the group.
Admiral commands details a Union bombardment of Grand Gulf Mississippi forts and river defenses. He describes fortifications, armament, and casualties including Col Wade's death, vessels, and the ongoing siege aimed at clearing the way to Vicksburg. He notes the forts’ extensive works and the enemy’s failed positions under heavy naval fire.
New York May 11 dispatch states Confederate forces have fallen back toward Richmond after heavy fighting around Chancellorville. Gen Hooker orders cross river maneuvers with the Army of the Potomac, aiming to trap Lee's forces while preparing for pursuit and potential capture at various fords and rivers.
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