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Maulsby vs. Thomas (October 24th, 1866)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Col. Maulsby, Copperhead candidate for Congress, has been touted by the Citizen and Union newspapers for his brilliant military record. Examiner says it will not deny that record, but says there are many other soldiers with equal records. It says former Gov. Thomas, Union candidate for Congress, was too old for military service but was responsible for establishing the Potomac Home Brigade and appointing Maulsby to head it. The Examiner backs Thomas and says the members of Maulsby's unit, the Potomac Home Brigade, hold Thomas in more esteem than Maulsby and will give more of their votes to him.
Full DetailsThe Citizen… (October 24th, 1866)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Citizen accuses Examiner of saying the design of the Johnson Party in Maryland is to compensate former slaveholders for loss of slaves by emancipation. Examiner admits it has no proof of this intention, but says the Johnson Party would not be so foolish as to make this design known before they gain control of the Maryland. legislature.
Full DetailsWork, Work. (October 24th, 1866)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: The Examiner reports that the Union Party of Washington Co. anticipates a substantial victory in election and urges Frederick County Union supporters to work hard for victory as well.
Full DetailsThe Maryland Union Exposed (October 24th, 1866)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: The Examiner claims The Maryland Union, in league with the Johnson Party, illegally tried to raise its circulation in Frederick County above that of The Examiner and secure the right to print lists of registered voters and be paid for it. The Examiner reproduces a letter from Charles Cole, Editor of Union, explaining how the scheme could be arranged. The Examiner says this is an illegal action by Johnson Party supporters which violates the Registry Law and defrauds The Examiner.
Full DetailsThe Prospects Brighten (October 24th, 1866)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: The Examiner is hopeful for the victory of Francis Thomas in the Congressional election in light of the support he is getting in Allegany and Carroll counties.
Full DetailsWe, the undersigned… (October 24th, 1866)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: The undersigned urge that friends of President Johnson in Frederick Co. take immediate action on the circular of Mr. Charles Cole, editor of The Maryland Union. Signed: L. S. Clingan, President of Johnson Club of Frederick, C. H. Baugher, President of Johnson Club of Fairview, and others.
Full DetailsAttention, Loyal Men! (October 24th, 1866)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Unconditional Union men of Woodsboro District and adjoining districts will meet. The meeting will include addresses by Capt. H. Clay Naill, Upton Buhrman, Thomas Gorsuch and others. There will also be a brass band and fireworks.
Full DetailsLast Grand Rally! (October 24th, 1866)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: The last Grand Rally of Unconditional Union Party will take place at the Court House the night prior to the election.
Full DetailsThe Election (October 25th, 1866)
>From The Democratic Advocate; Westminster, MD
Summary: Urges people to vote and insist on their rights peacefully - claims election judges are on the other side politically
Full DetailsThat $30,000,000 (October 25th, 1866)
>From The Democratic Advocate; Westminster, MD
Summary: Maryland state constitution forbids legislature from paying for slaves emancipated in Maryland
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