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Colonel Recovering (April 26th, 1865)
>From The Herald and Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: Col. Isaac Nesbitt is recovering from a serious illness and is expected to resume his duties soon.
Full DetailsMaryland Rebels (April 26th, 1865)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: A meeting was held in the Frederick district to discuss whether those who left the city and county to join the rebel army should be allowed back or not. The resolutions adopted at the meeting are published elsewhere in the paper. The meeting was largely attended and it is supposed that similar meetings will be help in all the districts in Frederick County. "The resolutions adopted...preclude all interference with those who under the amnesty proclamation of the late President, have grounded the arms of rebellion, come within the Federal lines, subscribed to the oath of allegiance, and intend to conduct themselves in the future as good and law abiding citizens."
Full DetailsSummarily Dismissed (April 26th, 1865)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: A female nurse, originally believed to be from NY, working at the U.S. General Hospital in Frederick was dismissed for her use of insulting and obnoxious language to both officers and inmates and for expressing her pleasure in the death of Lincoln. She was reported to the surgeon in charge of the hospital who gave her one hour to "decamp." She has not been seen since. No name given.
Full DetailsReturned (April 26th, 1865)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Editor of the Republican Citizen, John W. Baughman, returned to his home in Frederick City. Publication of his newspaper was previously suspended and he was sent South by order of General Hunter. The terms under which Baughman was allowed to return are unknown.
Full DetailsFind a Way or Make It (April 26th, 1865)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: An inspirational poem submitted to The Examiner by A. G. Jennings which suggests that goals are attainable - that you can "find a way or make it."
Full DetailsA Day of Mourning (April 26th, 1865)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: The people of Frederick mourn the loss of the President Abraham Lincoln. The city which had been draped with flags celebrating the victory of the Union army is now draped with flags and crape because of Lincoln's death. Businesses were closed and churches were packed with mourners. Lincoln lived long enough to see the return of peace and "the great principles he unchained still live." "The luster of his fame will gather additional effulgence by the lapse of time." Hope is expressed that the nation will not be plunged back into war and that Lincoln's successor will "be vouchsafed an increased measure of that wisdom and knowledge which alone can fit him for the arduous duties of his high position."
Full DetailsExcitement at Westminster, MD (April 26th, 1865)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: The Examiner reports the reaction in Westminster, Carroll County, to the news of Lincoln's assassination. A huge meeting took place at the court house at 8 p.m. that was presided over by Mr. Shriver. "Great bitterness was expressed" toward Joseph Shaw, proprietor of the Westminster Democrat. He had previously published an article highly critical of both Lincoln and Johnson. The crowd passed a resolution to form a vigilance committee for the county with the duty of preventing rebels from returning to the county whether paroled by Gen. Grant or not. Any person who took up arms will be forced to reside elsewhere, "their presence being considered dangerous to the peace of the community." At midnight the office of the Democrat was "visited" and the types, printing paper, etc. were thrown onto the street and burned. The presses were broken with axes and crowbars, but the building itself was not harmed.
Full DetailsParoled Rebels (April 28th, 1865)
>From The Valley Register; Middletown, MD
Summary: Loyal citizens around the state including Frederick County, Washington County and Baltimore City taking measures to prevent return of Rebel soldiers and sympathizers. Feel that this action is justifiable. Four Rebels passed through "this place" last Friday in full uniform and were insulting to local residents. Frederick County Rebels Dr. W. H. Newell, Capt. A. S. Stonebraker, and a number of (named) privates reported to the Provost Marshal in Frederick. Loyal Frederick area citizens and those from other parts of county taking "measures to rid the community of these offensive characters."
Full DetailsArrest of Blatant Rebel Sympathizers (April 28th, 1865)
>From The Valley Register; Middletown, MD
Summary: William Shank of the Jackson District arrested for expressing his pleasure at hearing of Lincoln's assassination and insulting American flag. Taken before Frederick Provost Marshall and sent to military commandant at Harper's Ferry.
Full DetailsBack Again (April 28th, 1865)
>From The Valley Register; Middletown, MD
Summary: John W. Baughman, Esq., editor of Frederick "Citizen" newspaper, previously ordered South by Gen. Hunter for his Southern sympathies, has returned to Frederick.
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