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Vandalism of the Rebels (August 6th, 1862)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: Editorial re citizen's complaints of property damage by Union troops in Washington Co., quoting description in Richmond paper of worse damage there by Confederate troops, except at Gen. Lee's HQ.
Full DetailsThe Work Goes Bravely On (August 6th, 1862)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: Editor commends Maj. Scott, Capt. Byrnes, Lt. Voorhees, 29th PA Regt. for zeal in bringing suspected secessionists to Provost, lists over 100 names of those taking the oath of allegiance. S. Keller and Joseph Williams refused and were jailed. Editor urges use of the much stronger oath recommended to the President by the Baltimore Mass Meeting.
Full DetailsWashington County Females (August 6th, 1862)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: 2 Washington County women were caught at Culpepper Court House, VA, in soldiers' uniforms. One claims to be from Hagerstown, the other from Sharpsburg. Their lovers are part of Pope's army.
Full DetailsCol. Kenly's Regiment (August 6th, 1862)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: A recruiting office is opening up in Frederick City and possibly Emmitsburg to fill the depleted ranks of the 1st MD Regt., Col. Kenly's command. About 6-8 men are needed to fill Co. H, that of Capt. B. H. Schley. Less than 400 are needed to fill the entire regiment which has gained fame for its heroism at Front Royal. There is news that the members of the regiment currently imprisoned are to be exchanged. New recruits will receive "the bounty offered by Baltimore city."
Full DetailsThe Wrong Man (August 6th, 1862)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: The Examiner corrects an earlier story which reported the arrest of Ulysses Hobbs and a "Mr. Early" at Monocacy Junction for displaying a "Secesh" flag. Capt. Yellott wrote to Joseph I. Early of Baltimore saying that the newspaper had done him an injustice by publishing misinformation. The name of the other person from Baltimore who was arrested has not been discovered.
Full DetailsFrederick August 2nd, 1862 (August 6th, 1862)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Report of a meeting of the Military Committee with Mr. David Rinehart presiding. Gen. Shriver reported that the governor had been urged to convene the legislature in extra session, but "the conclusion of the governor" was that an extra session was unnecessary at this time. Gen. Kimmel made a motion that all loyal citizens of Frederick be invited to participate in the deliberations of the Military Committee. Signed: David Rinehart, President.
Full DetailsHospital Report (August 6th, 1862)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Official report of the total number of soldiers in the U.S.A. General Hospital in Frederick City for the week ending July 26th. 918 men were in the hospital. 80 were returned to duty, 14 were discharged, 2 died, 1 was furloughed. The deaths were: Pvt. Geo. B. Crouch, Co. H, 75th Reg't. OH Volunteers and Cpl. James Logan, Co. K, 10th Reg't, Maine Volunteers. Both died of typhoid.
Full DetailsHonorably Discharged (August 6th, 1862)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Three men, George M. Potts, William Ross and Charles Ross were honorably discharged after having been arrested a few days earlier upon the charge of forwarding supplies to Confederates imprisoned in Fort Delaware. The charge was brought by Lt. Col. Dennis, but the men had permission from Major Gen. Dix to forward food and clothing. It is felt that "equal and exact justice has not been done, that improper representations have perverted the better judgment of Gen. Wool and that an undue discrimination has been made in favor of influential Tories." Something must be done or the people will lose the confidence and zeal which are so important to have in the administration of justice.
Full DetailsMore Activity in Recruiting (August 8th, 1862)
>From The American Sentinel; Westminster, MD
Summary: Recruiting is of vital importance as the strength of the army will determine if the American Republic will survive
Full DetailsSwinging a Secesh Rag (August 8th, 1862)
>From The American Sentinel; Westminster, MD
Summary: Jacob Wilt was reported to authorities for flying a Confederate flag and was arrested
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