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Meeting at (Creagerstown?) (October 17th, 1860)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: A Union meeting at Creagerstown at the home of Mr. Otto was well attended. M. Eichelberger was the chairman. Speeches were given by Jno. A. Koons, Grayson Eichelberger, Lt. Col. Hobbs, Master James Murdock and S. C. Jones. A flag was made for the Union Pole by the Misses Otto. Those canvassing for Bell and Everett are diligent. There are large gatherings when Union meetings are called in the Creagerstown District.
Full DetailsGrand Military Parade (October 17th, 1860)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Local military groups will participate in a parade in honor of anniversary of the Battle of Yorktown. The groups include: Linganore Mounted Guard under Capt. Bevans, Manor Mounted Guard under Capt. Chiswell, Liberty Riflemen under Capt. Sappington and 2 or 3 other groups from outside the county plus "United Brothers of the War of 1812." Lt. Col. Ulysses Hobbs is in command of the entire military parade. Major Gen. Kimmel and his staff will review the participants.
Full DetailsRiflemen's Ball (October 17th, 1860)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: The Independent Riflemen under Capt. Walter Saunders will hold their Second Annual Grand Military Ball. The men have new uniforms.
Full DetailsThe Best Medal Yet (October 17th, 1860)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Mr. D. F. Smith's Variety Store and News Depot carries campaign novelties. Recently a better Bell and Everett medal has been produced than ever before.
Full DetailsLetter from Dr. Simpson (October 17th, 1860)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Union Central Committee member, Dr. T.W. Simpson, is unable to fill the "appointment made for him" due to illness. He notified The Banner of Liberty by letter and The Examiner has information from The Banner.
Full DetailsCentral Committee (October 17th, 1860)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: The Constitutional Union Central Committee of Frederick County will resume its adjourned meeting. Every member's presence requested. "Crisis is approaching."
Full DetailsCentral Committee of the Constitutional Union Party (October 17th, 1860)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Constitutional Union Party Central Committee will hold a meeting. A newspaper notice is posted by Thomas Gorsuch, Chairman
Full DetailsElectoral Ticket (October 17th, 1860)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Electoral ticket for ? Party [probably Union]. Electors at Large: J. Dixon Roman and Chas. F. Goldsborough. Electors from various Congressional Districts: John E. Smith from 2nd District; William Price from 4th District; James S. Carper from 5th District, James U. Dennis from1st District; Samuel M. Rankin from 3rd District and Alexander B. Hagner from 6th District.
Full DetailsProgramme (October 17th, 1860)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: Programme of the Grand Military Parade taking place in Frederick to commemorate the Battle of York-town. It lists the military companies involved and the route of the parade. All under Lt. Col. Ulysses Hobbs.
Full DetailsGrand Military Ball (October 17th, 1860)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD
Summary: United Guards will sponsor a Grand Military Ball in commemoration of the Battle of Yorktown. Admission is $1.00. Committee arrangements by members Albaugh, Norris, McDaniel, Murphy and Abbott.
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