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A Glorious Union Town (May 1st, 1861)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD

Summary: In Clear Spring, all the houses except one have been flying the Union flag for the last two weeks.

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Come to the Rescue! (May 1st, 1861)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD

Summary: Urges farmers, mechanics and workmen in the county to turn out and support the Union at the election next Saturday.

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The Legislature (May 1st, 1861)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD

Summary: The special session of the Maryland State Legislature, which is being held in Frederick, is currently in progress.

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Governor's Proclamation (May 1st, 1861)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD

Summary: Gov. Hicks has made illegal any unauthorized armed groups in the state. Bradley T. Johnson is specifically mentioned.

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Brengle Home Guards (May 1st, 1861)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD

Summary: The Brengle Home Guards have elected their officers.

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Invasion and Seizure (May 1st, 1861)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD

Summary: Virginian troops seized a man's boatload of corn and oats near Point of Rocks. Virginian troops have set up a battery on Maryland soil, defending the bridge to Harpers Ferry.

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Significant (May 1st, 1861)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD

Summary: The Secession Volunteers have occupied the hall of the Keystone Club as an Armory.

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More "Home Guards" (May 1st, 1861)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD

Summary: More militias are forming, similar in form to the Brengle Home Guards. These newest militias are assembling in Middletown, Mt. Pleasant, and Jefferson.

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Good Pay (May 1st, 1861)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD

Summary: Virginian troops from Harpers Ferry raided into Berlin, and procured a significant amount of meat from a local meat-house.

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Proceedings of a Public Meeting of the Citizens of Jefferson District (May 1st, 1861)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD

Summary: A public meeting was held in Jefferson, where the local citizens affirmed their fealty to the state. They also noted that this bond is maintained despite their dislike of President Lincoln.

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