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Be At Your Post! (June 12th, 1861)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: Encourages the Union men of Washington to turn out and vote for Governor Thomas, even though there is no opposition. Staying at home is a vote for secession.
Full DetailsGov. Thomas in Hagerstown (June 12th, 1861)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: Gov. Thomas, the Union candidate for Congress, recently gave an address in Washington County, which lasted for about two hours. He was followed by Lewis P. Firey [sic; Fiery] of Washington County.
Full DetailsTroops Moving in the Direction of Hagerstown (June 12th, 1861)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: Last Friday and Saturday Union brigades commanded by Generals Thomas and Williams moved from Chambersburg to Greencastle. It is unknown when they will move to Hagerstown, but they are expected to do so within six to eight days. A Commissary Department agent has rented Thirston’s Warehouse and the Town Hall in Hagerstown for the storage of provisions.
Full DetailsMr. Editor… (June 12th, 1861)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: Last Saturday a “grand military parade” took place in Benevola, featuring the Union Home Guards of Benevola, commanded by Capt. Fletcher, and the Boonsboro Guards, commanded by Capt. Brining. Strong Union sentiments were expressed. Only a few secessionists were in attendance.
Full DetailsMessrs. Editors… (June 12th, 1861)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: The reasons Col. Schley provided for declining the nomination of the “Secessionists at Frederick” for a Congressional seat are “confounding.” He claims to be opposed to secession, yet he expresses gratitude for the nomination to those who favor secession. Other hindrances to campaigning have not prevented his would-be opponent, Gov. Thomas, from campaigning for the seat.
Full DetailsThe reports from Harpers Ferry… (June 12th, 1861)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: Contradictory reports exist about the condition of the Confederate troops at Harpers Ferry. A correspondent from Williamsport reports that the troops are unhappy and a retreat is likely, while a Frederick correspondent reports that the troops have been reinforced and are anxious for a fight.
Full DetailsAn Arrest (June 12th, 1861)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: Last Wednesday Richard H. Alvey of Hagerstown was arrested by order of Gen. Patterson, although the grounds for the arrest have not been determined.
Full DetailsHagerstown Boy in the Army (June 12th, 1861)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: Reprint of article from the Washington Star about a former Clerk in the Hagerstown store of Mr. A. Armstrong, Lt. David S. Gordon, B Co., 2nd Cavalry, and his participation in various military exploits in Alexandria Co., VA; formerly "one of the Kansas rangers, served under Captain James M. Dickson at the capture of Kickapoo, and was First Sergeant of the Frontier Guards, under Gen. Jim Lane." Got "his appointment through the kindness of General Cameron and other friends."
Full DetailsEntrapped (June 12th, 1861)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: Story from the Williamsport Ledger. Two 17-year old boys from near Williamsport, son of Mr. Simon Snyder and son of Widow Lefever, were kidnapped by Confederate soldiers while walking along the (Potomac) river bank last Thursday. Soldiers dressed as "citizen farmers of Berkeley County" saying "they were very anxious to escape into Maryland"; boys "took their skiff and went over for them" where they were captured.
Full DetailsFlags Floating (June 12th, 1861)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: "Union flags are now waving in the breeze from thirty or forty different points in this town [Hagerstown]." Hickory pole erected in the Public Square with large flag; ropes pulled across East Washington St. half 1/2 doz. flags hanging; also displayed by hotels, stores and private homes.
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