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National Union League (September 2nd, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Notice: The National Union League of Frederick District meets every Wednesday night at Coppersmith's Hall.
Full Details5 Cents Reward in Confederate Script (September 2nd, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: James McCullough, a private in Co. C, Cole's Battalion Maryland Cavalry, has deserted and is being searched for. He is described as a "horse thief" and was last seen in Philadelphia driving a street car. Either military or civilian authorities should seize him and notify W. A. Horner, Lt. commanding the Company. He is described as 28 years old, of light complexion and eyes and addicted to telling fabulous tales.
Full DetailsHorse Sale! (September 2nd, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Advertisement: Sale of 350 condemned U.S. horses and 15 mules at the corral at Worman's Woods on the Emmitsburg Turnpike near Frederick. Copies of the ad to be placed in newspapers in several Maryland and Pennsylvania counties. Terms are cash. John McHarg, Capt. & A. Q. M.
Full DetailsRecruits Wanted (September 2nd, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Notice: 300 recruits wanted to fill up the ranks of the 1st Maryland Regiment, Potomac Home Brigade. The regiment has been in the field almost 2 years under Col. Wm. P. Maulsby and has about 1 year to serve, so this is an inducement for those wishing to enlist. Recruits are entitled to all bounties and will be accepted and sworn into service at Regimental Headquarters at Sandy Hook, MD or at company posts in Frederick City or Monocacy Junction. Signed: R. Ellsworth Cook, Major Commanding Regiment.
Full DetailsLast Chance (September 2nd, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Notice: for recruits to form a company of an independent battalion of cavalry. Men can "avoid the draft and connect themselves with an agreeable branch of the service." Advance pay and bounty promised. Because this is an independent battalion, it has more privileges than other army units. Recruiting office at Independent Engine House, Frederick city. Signed: James W. Virts, Sergeant, Co. A, Cole's Cavalry Recruiting Officer.
Full DetailsEspecial Call (September 2nd, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Mrs. J. A. Bantz, president of the Ladies' Union Relief Association of Frederick thanks all those from various districts who donated supplies to the sick and wounded soldiers. "A vast number of sick and wounded are now in our midst." She urges people to renew their diligence and to donate if they can.
Full DetailsBy the Flag of the Union (September 2nd, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Advertisement of Charles H. O. Foc,watchmaker of Frederick, waves the flag to attract customers.
Full DetailsMore Horses Stolen (September 4th, 1863)
>From The Valley Register; Middletown, MD
Summary: Horses stolen from George Whip, N.M. Parrish and Capt. Stephen Bowlusnear Burkittsville and Middletown; one of the owners pursued the thieves and arrested them near Berlin; farmers at Waynesboro organizing protective association
Full DetailsDeath of a Soldier (September 4th, 1863)
>From The Valley Register; Middletown, MD
Summary: Peter H. Ifert, Co. G, 7th MD Regiment, son of Christian Ifert of Middletown, died at Rappahannock Station of bilious dysentery
Full DetailsRunaway Negroes (September 4th, 1863)
>From The Valley Register; Middletown, MD
Summary: Three female slaves of Isaac P. Remsburg, near Brownsville, Wash. Co., ran away, $100 reward; female slave ran away from Adam Koogle near Middletown
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