Important Arrest
Summary
Lutheran minister Rev. J. R. Stein of Perry Co., PA arrested for treason. Following the Battle of Antietam, he led a Federal officer, Capt. Palmer, across the Potomac at Harper's Ferry, where the officer was subsequently ambushed and captured by Rebels. Later, when Stuart's forces moved into Maryland, Stein arrived in Chambersburg, PA in advance. Locals observed him talking to Stuart's officers. Stein was arrested at his home where he had gone to visit his wife, and taken to Fort Delaware.
Article Source
Newspaper: The Valley Register
Publication Date: October 31st, 1862
Page/Column: 2B
Town: Middletown, MD
County: Frederick
Subjects
- Civilian Divided Loyalties
- Battles / Military
