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to Robert G. White

Discusses the upcoming Republican Presidential Convention in Chicago. Doubts he will be nominated, but is attempting to control the votes of delegates from his home state of Pennsylvania, in hopes of increasing both his chances of nomination and his...

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to Robert G. White

Discusses the upcoming Republican Presidential Convention in Chicago, at which he is a delegate. Worries that the plan to have the delegates vote by district, and not as a coalition, will greatly weaken his power and reduce his support among the...

GLC05891.11

Radical Union Ticket.

For William G. Brownlow for Governor of Tennessee. Lists John Eaton Jr. for Superintendent of Public Instruction, R.R. Butler for Congress and for State Senate, PPC Nelson. Also has blank space for Representative, and Floater.

GLC01919.02

[Message from Confederate President Jefferson Davis]

Asks the Confederate Congress for an appropriation of one million dollars, "to be expended for floating defence on the Western Rivers" and the authority to appoint steamboat men for the necessary service.

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to Robert G. White

Discusses local Pennsylvania politics.

GLC05891.01

to Robert G. White

Discusses local Pennsylvania politics, elections for the United States Senate, and worries about the Whigs taking control of the state Legislature.

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to Robert G. White

Discusses local Pennsylvania politics and an upcoming election, which he believes he can win.

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to Robert G. White

Discusses local Pennsylvania politics and an election he hopes to win. Details the tactics of his enemies, and his plan to defeat them.

GLC05891.04

to Robert G. White

Discusses upcoming elections, support of Fremont over Buchanan. Believes he can help Fremont win the election.

GLC05891.07

to Robert G. White

Asks White to make sure that a State Legislator votes for him in his upcoming bid for the Senate. Cameron believes "With his vote, I can essentially be elected." Cameron was successfully elected to the Senate that year. Written at "Lochiel,"...

GLC05891.08

to Robert G. White

Discusses politics, upcoming elections, and plans to use promises of political patronage to secure votes.

GLC05891.09

to Robert G. White

Discusses personal affairs, and does not expect to return to the Senate. Written at "Lochiel," Cameron's estate.

GLC05891.12

People's press. [Vol. 12, no. 41 (February 13, 1863)]

The Magruder Fleet, France & America.
A report of the execution of 38 Native Americans in Minnesota includes details and description. A report of Yankee congressional decisions examines treatment of prisoners of war. A brief notice highlights a...

GLC05959.27.04

People's press. [Vol. 12, no. 46 (March 20, 1863)]

Secretary Seward's Plan for Restoring the Union.
An article describes a night's experience in a typical army camp, while another outlines the history of small pox. The remarks of Mr. Warren on a congressional bill are included. An article describes...

GLC05959.27.05

People's press. [Vol. 12, no. 51 (April 24, 1863)]

Conscripting Negroes, Yankee Account of Attack on Charleston, Defeat of General Pegram.
An editorial responds to the suspension of habeas corpus and the loss of personal liberty. Minutes from an important Democratic meeting in New York include...

GLC05959.27.06

People's press. [Vol. 13, no. 8 (June 26, 1863)]

Details from Vicksburg, The Fall of Puebla, The Battle of Chanellorsville in England.
The Confederate Treasurer sends out a circular about governmental payments and currency. An editorial expresses the idea that war is unending and true independence...

GLC05959.27.10

People's press. [Vol. 13, no. 12 (July 24, 1863)]

Vice-President Stephens at Fortress Monroe, Great Riot in New York - Conscription Register, Raid on Wytheville.

An article describes a lightning incident. Several articles report war activity, and congressional election results are noted. A long...

GLC05959.27.12

People's press. [Vol. 13, no. 13 (July 31, 1863)]

Stonewall Jackson's Name and Memory, Morgan in Trouble at Ohio River, The Third Days Fight at Gettysburg.

An article describes the last battle of Stonewall Jackson. Mr. Grissom remarks in the House of Commons on habeas corpus in the Confederacy. An...

GLC05959.27.13

People's press. [Vol. 13, no. 14 (August 6, 1863)]

The Riot in New York - How it served the Negroes, The Fall of Port Hudson, President Davis' Proclamation - Amnesty to Deserters, Important Orders from General Lee and Cooper.

Hon. C.L. Vallandigham addressed the people of Ohio. A manifesto to Mexico...

GLC05959.27.14

People's press. [Vol. 13, no. 16 (August 20, 1863)]

From England - Roebuck Withdraws his motion for Recognition of the South, The Pope on the American War, Geiorgia Impressment Case.

A long letter to the editor regarding secession and its incumbent responsibilities takes up almost the entire front...

GLC05959.27.15

People's press. [Vol. 13, no. 31 (December 3, 1863)]

Suffering of Soldiers in Bragg's Army, Chickamauga a Month After the Fight.
An editorial deplores the practice of kidnapping free white men for conscription. A brief article describes the desolation of harvest and land near Richmond. Governor Vance...

GLC05959.27.18

Salisbury banner. [Vol. 8, no. 19 (May 10, 1861)]

Proclamation by Governor Letcher of Virginia, Proclamation by John W. Ellist of North Carolina.
This issue contains two war poems on the front page, with a short message about the spirit of liberty. An editorial pins God with certain sides of war...

GLC05959.29.01

Salisbury banner. [Vol. 8, no. 20 (May 14, 1861)]

Conditions of Peace Required of the so-called Seceded States.

Reports from the past state legislature are printed. Ads request volunteers for the Salisbury Grays and the Engineers, artillery, infantry, and cavalry. An article provides advice to...

GLC05959.29.02

Salisbury banner. [Vol. 8, no. 21 (May 21, 1861)]

General Lee to Take Control of Forces in Virginia, Schooner "Indiana" Seized, Attack Expected at Harper's Ferry, Arkansas Admitted to the Confederate States.
Semi-Weekly

An editorial compares the Confederacy with the pre-Revolutionary Americans...

GLC05959.29.03

Salisbury banner. [Vol. 8, no. 48 (September 3, 1861)]

The Confederate Tax Laws, Battles of Oak Hill and Mesilla.
Semi-Weekly
The Confederate tax law is printed here. A brief notice mentions the lack of American allegiance among Mormons in Utah. A letter to the editor describes circumstances in South...

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