Gen. Early
Summary
Editorial concerning Jubal Early's request for pardon by President Johnson. Recalls when Early invaded Frederick, plundered citizens' property, demanded ransom for town. Paper poses question about what might have occurred if banks had not given ransom money. Says Early deserves "the rope" not a pardon.
Article Source
Newspaper: The Frederick Examiner
Publication Date: July 12th, 1865
Page/Column: 2C
Town: Frederick, MD
County: Frederick
Subjects
- Battles / Military
- Politics
