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National Union League (August 5th, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: The National Union League plans to meet every Wednesday at 8 P.M.
Full DetailsCongressional Convention (August 5th, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: The Unconditional Unionists are scheduled to meet in Hagerstown on September 3, 1863 for a Congressional Convention
Full DetailsFrederick District (August 5th, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: The Unconditional Unionists of Frederick District will meet in Frederick at City Hall
Full DetailsOrder Under Martial Law (August 5th, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Martial law has been put into effect after two barns were burnt down by anti-draft rioters
Full DetailsAn incident of the Draft (August 5th, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: The Harmonic Society of Philadelphia raised funds to except their eligible members from the draft
Full DetailsFor the Herald and Torch (August 5th, 1863)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: A song/poem written to honor Mr. Andrew Boward, Esq., an elderly Hagerstown citizen who was shot and killed by a Rebel soldier on July 1, 1863. The song was submitted by "J. R. A." to the newspaper.
Full DetailsThe Draft (August 5th, 1863)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: Lists the members of the Board of Enrollment for this Congressional District: James Smith of Allegany, Provost Marshal; Jno. J. Thomas of Washington Co. as Commissioner; Dr. Charles J. Baer of Frederick, Surgeon, and F. D. Herbert of Washington Co. is Provost Marshal. Also listed are nine appointed enrollers in various districts of Washington Co.
Full DetailsCapt. Knode's Cavalry Company (August 5th, 1863)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: Capt. John G. Knode, of Hagerstown, and Lt. Irwin, of Boonsboro, are raising a cavalry company in Washington County and have between 60 and 70 volunteers at present. A few more members will allow them to organize and take the field. The public is reminded that Washington Co. has so far met all the demands of the Federal government for soldiers and has not had to resort to conscription.
Full DetailsPaying of Damages (August 5th, 1863)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: Dr. Brodhead, Second Comptroller of the Treasury, has said that reimbursement of Union citizens for property damage done by Union soldiers must be authorized by an act of Congress. This shows the importance of sending an efficient man to Congress who will look out for his constituents and see they are reimbursed.
Full DetailsDear Torch (August 5th, 1863)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: A letter to the Editor from "Loyal" expresses his concern over the lack of protection given by the government to the people of Washington County who are being invaded by the Rebels. Loyal people in the county have had fences burned, wheat crops destroyed, stock driven off and their homes pillaged. They have not received any compensation but have remained true to the Union. The writer urges that someone should be elected who will see that there is some government compensation for the damages, even if it is prorated. He urges that Washington Co. people not get involved in the question of compensation for slaves because they will not see any of the money coming from the government; it will go to other counties with high populations of slaves.
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