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Blum, L.V., fl. 1864-1866 People's press. [Vol. 12, no. 37 (January 16, 1863)]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05959.27.01 Author/Creator: Blum, L.V., fl. 1864-1866 Place Written: Salem, North Carolina Type: Newspaper Date: January 16, 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 59.5 cm, Width: 45 cm Order a Copy

Meeting of Brothers in the Two Armies, Lincoln's Proclamation, Battle of Nashville, Brilliant Operations of General Forrest.
A long article examines the events of the year 1862, particularly with the war. An article describes the reunion of two brothers at a prisoner of war camp. A presidential proclamation by Lincoln outlines slave holding. An editorial praises Davis for protecting North Carolina. A lengthy letter to the editor examines the state of North Carolina. Gubernatorial proclamations outline efforts to counter speculation and exportation of certain items.

Blum, L. V., fl. 1864-1866

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