Non-Intercourse
Summary
A man from Morgan County, VA, was arrested last week because he had purchased some powder, lead and percussion caps. He was examined by Col. Kenly of the 1st MD Regt. President Lincoln’s recent proclamation prohibits commerce with the seceded states.
Article Source
Newspaper: The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light
Publication Date: August 28th, 1861
Page/Column: 2
Town: Hagerstown, MD
County: Washington
Subjects
- Civil Liberties
- Home Front / Effects of War
