23 March 1864

Reynolds, J. L. (James Lawrence), 1814-1877

Newspaper

Title: Confederate Baptist. [Vol. 2, no. 34 (March 23, 1864)]

An army correspondent writes about being "Lost in an Alabama Cave." "The Bible" writes about the Bible as the only word of God. "The Way of Transgressors" uses an example from the latest raid on Richmond to prove the superiority of the South. "Proclamation by the President of the Confederate States of America" prints a proclamation by Jefferson Davis setting aside a day for "humiliation, fasting, and prayer." Several letters transcribed in "Religion in the Army" presents the religious atmosphere in the Camp of the 14th Cavalry, Poague's Batallion, and the 10th Cavalry. An editorial examines…

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20 April 1864

Reynolds, J. L. (James Lawrence), 1814-1877

Newspaper

Title: Confederate Baptist. [Vol. 2, no. 29 (April 20, 1864)]

An untitled letter to the editor discusses the kingdom of God. An editorial titled "Never Cease to Act" encourages patriots to act. Additional articles examine the state of the poor ("The Poor"), faith ("The Exemplar of Faith"), and prayer ("Prayer"). "Notes on the Times" reports on the capture of Fort Pillow, a Confederate Victory at Shrevenport, and General Banks' defeat at Mansfield, La in the Battle of Pleasant Hill, amongst other items.

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4 May 1864

Reynolds, J. L. (James Lawrence), 1814-1877

Newspaper

Title: Confederate Baptist. [Vol. 2, no. 31 (May 4, 1864)]

An editorial titled "To the Wicked Men of the Nation" contrasts evil with good in terms of war. "In the Hospital, at Midnight" gives a personal account of dying soldiers. An article examines "Marriage," while another defines "Minister's Salaries." Two letters on page 2 ("Revival of the Army of Tennessee" and "Rolanthe's Letter") detail how the paper helped increase religious sentiment in the army. "Notes on the Times" reports on General Burnside's arrival at Alexandria, accounts of Fort Pillow, and Union soldiers attempting to cross the Red River, amongst other items.

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25 May 1864

Reynolds, J. L. (James Lawrence), 1814-1877

Newspaper

Title: Confederate Baptist. [Vol. 2, no. 34 (May 25, 1864)]

Articles include "Ministerial Enthusiasm," "Sunday Schools," and "Baptizing Children." A special report on the burial of soldiers is included. An editorial titled "Our Young Men" lauds the patriotism of especially young soldiers. A report on page 2 and 3 from Dalton highlights prayer and baptism on the battlefront. "Notes on the Times" reports on a Union assault on Petersburg, General Sherman's victory at Resaca, skirmishes around Atlanta, and the resignation of General J. C. Pemberton, amongst other items.

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15 June 1864

Reynolds, J. L. (James Lawrence), 1814-1877

Newspaper

Title: Confederate Baptist. [Vol. 2, no. 37 (June 15, 1864)]

A lengthy tribute to "Col. O. E. Edward"s includes his biography and memorial to his death. Article regarding religion on page 2 include "Correspondence on Peace," "Sunday School Missionary," and "Erring Ministers." A lengthy "Notes on the Times" section includes several excerpts from other newspapers, including Asheville News, the Richmond Enquirer, the Boston Courier, and the Mercury. Most reports in this section are focused on the Battle of Petersburg. Additional news includes a seige on Atlanta and updates from Vicksburg.

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29 June 1864

Reynolds, J. L. (James Lawrence), 1814-1877

Newspaper

Title: Confederate Baptist. [Vol. 2, no. 38 (June 29, 1864)]

Army correspondents send reports of their various units, including from Richmond, Virginia (Kershaw's Brigade) and Columbus, Mississippi. A letter regarding "The Released Prisoner" entreats any prisoners to follow God. "Songs upon the Battle-field" reports on Christian hymns being sung on the front. Brief articles on page 2 include"Yankee Nonsense," "Bounty Bonds," "Dependence on God," and more. "Secular News" reports on Charleston, Generals Grant and Sherman, and an attack on Danville Road, amongst other news items.

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6 July 1864

Reynolds, J. L. (James Lawrence), 1814-1877

Newspaper

Title: Confederate Baptist. [Vol. 2, no. 39 (July 6, 1864)]

"A Manifesto on Peace" is reprinted from the Richmond Sentinel. "Religion in the Confederate Army," reprinted from the Richmond Eunquirer, details minutes of the annual meeting of the Baptist General Association of Virginia, including reports of publications, army evangelists, chaplains, tract depositories, and need for laborers. An account of a dying soldier titled "Mother's Influence" marks the influence of his mother on his happy and pious death. A blurb titled "Northern Women" compares them against Southern women. "Secular News" reports on Petersburg and Richmond, shelling on Charleston,…

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3 August 1864

Reynolds, J. L. (James Lawrence), 1814-1877

Newspaper

Title: Confederate Baptist. [Vol. 2, no. 43 (August 3, 1864)]

An obituary memorializes "Captain W. P. Roebuck". Several articles condemns practices in the North -- "Northern Theology" criticizes the North for abandoning God as an ally in the War, and an article titled "Serfdom" equates serfdom to Yankee subjection. An editorial examines unrighteous "Bloodshed," denounced by heaven. "The New Commander of the Army of Tennessee" gives a brief biography of General Hood. "Secular News," on pages 2 and 3, reports on an explosion Petersburg and the location of the armies of General Grant and General Sherman, amongst other items; much of this section is cut off…

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31 October 1862

Newspaper

Title: Camden Confederate. [Vol. 2, no. 1 (October 31, 1862)]

The Kentucky Campaign, The Fight at Pocotaliga, Yellow Fever in Wilmington.

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7 November 1862

Newspaper

Title: Camden Confederate. [Vol. 2, no. 2 (November 7, 1862)]

European Intervention, Governor Pickens Proclamation, From the Army of the Potomac.

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14 November 1862

Newspaper

Title: Camden Confederate. [Vol. 2, no. 3 (November 14, 1862)]

Proclamation by the Governor, Issue of Treasury Notes, Invasion of North Carolina.

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28 November 1862

Newspaper

Title: Camden Confederate. [Vol. 2, no. 5 (November 28, 1862)]

Proclamation by the Governor, The War in Tennessee.

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5 December 1862

Newspaper

Title: Camden Confederate. [Vol. 2, no. 6 (December 5, 1862)]

Trouble in the Abolition Camp.

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19 December 1862

Newspaper

Title: Camden Confederate. [Vol. 2, no. 8 (December 19, 1862)]

Battle of Fredericksburg.

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26 December 1862

Newspaper

Title: Camden Confederate. [Vol. 2, no. 9 (December 26, 1862)]

Our Victory in Arkansas, 20,000 Yankees Killed & Wounded at Fredericksburg.

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9 January 1863

Newspaper

Title: Camden Confederate. [Vol. 2, no. 11 (January 9, 1863)]

The Battle of Murfreesboro.

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January 30, 1863

Newspaper

Title: Camden Confederate. [Vol. 2, no. 14 (January 30, 1863)]

Bombardment of Fort McAlister.

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6 February 1863

Newspaper

Title: Camden Confederate. [Vol. 2, no. 15 (February 6, 1863)]

Rumors of Peace, Battle near Suffolk, Virginia, The Blockade.

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February 13, 1863

Newspaper

Title: Camden Confederate. [Vol. 2, no. 16 (February 13, 1863)]

Affairs in Kentucky.

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27 February 1863

Newspaper

Title: Camden Confederate. [Vol. 2, no. 18 (February 27, 1863)]

French Troops in mexican Capital, Renewal of Bombardment of Richmond, Rosecrans Again Advancing.

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3 April 1863

Newspaper

Title: Camden Confederate. [Vol. 2, no. 23 (April 3, 1863)]

Skirmish on Seabrook's Island.

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1 May 1863

Newspaper

Title: Camden Confederate. [Vol. 2, no. 27 (May 1, 1863)]

Merrimac.

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8 May 1863

Newspaper

Title: Camden Confederate. [Vol. 2, no. 28 (May 8, 1863)]

Additional Details of the Battles Around Chancellorsville, Grand Capture by General Forrest.

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28 August 1863

Newspaper

Title: Camden Confederate. [Vol. 2, no. 44 (August 28, 1863)]

General Gilmore's Demand for the Evacuation of Morris Island and Fort Sumter - General Beauregard's Reply.

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16 November 1864

Newspaper

Title: Camden Confederate. [Vol. 3, no. 33 (November 16, 1864)]

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