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The Spectator, January 7, 1862, p. 1, c. 2:
"News from the Northwest."
Letter from an Augusta County soldier to his father regarding
the war in northwestern Virginia.
The Spectator, January 14, 1862, p. 1, c. 2:
"Operations of the Stone-wall Brigade."
Describes a few skirmishes between the Stonewall
Brigade and Union troops in Morgan County and Romney, Virginia.
The Spectator, January 14, 1862, p. 1, c. 4:
"Defence of Western Virginia."
Resolutions offered by Bolivar Christian to the Virginia
Senate regarding the defense of western Virginia.
The Spectator, October 21, 1862, p. 2, c. 2:
"General Stuart's Dashing Exploit."
Relates that General Stuart has returned from an
expedition into Pennsylvania, where he and his men passed through Franklin County, cutting
federal communication lines, destroying arms, and appropriating about 2,000 horses.
Staunton Spectator, December 2, 1862, p. 2, c. 4:
"For the Spectator."
Recounts the experiences of a division of Jackson's corps who have just
departed from the lower Shenandoah Valley. Reports on the desolate condition of the Valley that
they have recently left and the condition of the soldiers themselves.
The Spectator, January 6, 1863, p. 2, c. 3:
"Testimonial to Lieut. Gen. Jackson."
Calls attention to correspondence from Augusta
County residents lauding the accomplishments of Stonewall Jackson.
Staunton Spectator, December 16, 1862, p. 2, c. 1:
"The Conflict at Fredericksburg."
Reports on the details of the battle at Fredericksburg.
Staunton Spectator, December 23, 1862, p. 1, c. 6:
"Battle at Fredericksburg, Saturday, the 13th Inst."
Reprints an article from the Richmond
Dispatch that provides details of the battle at Fredericksburg.
Staunton Spectator, December 23, 1862, p. 2, c. 1:
"The Battle at Fredericksburg."
Reports that the Confederate victory at Fredericksburg was
even more decisive than previously thought. The author's evidence is that the
Northern forces were not able to renew their attack according to plan, because the "army had
been so badly whipped and demoralized that the officers and men would not agree to go into
battle again at that place."
Staunton Spectator, December 30, 1862, p. 2, c. 3:
"Letter from Burnside on his Defeat on Fredericksburg."
Provides a synopsis of a letter
Burnside wrote to General Hallock explaining his actions at Fredericksburg.
The Spectator, March 10, 1863, p. 2, c. 3:
"The Ensuing Campaign."
The Examiner expects the armies in both the east and west to
begin their campaigns in April once the ground is dry. The paper believes that the upcoming
months "will be signalized by the most terrible battles of modern times."
The Spectator, May 5, 1863, p. 1, c. 2:
"The Bloodiest Battle of the War Imminent."
Reports the early stages of a developing battle
along the Rappahannock.
The Spectator, May 12, 1863, p. 2, c. 1:
"Bloody Battle and Glorious Victory."
Item reports battle at Chancellorsville and death of
Gen. Thomas L. "Stonewall" Jackson. The paper does not have the names of the men from the
52d Virginia who have been wounded. However, it has been informed that there were nine killed
and one hundred and eleven wounded from the 5th Virginia.
The Spectator, May 19, 1863, p. 2, c. 4:
"How Gen. Jackson Was Wounded."
Describes how Jackson's men fired on the General and
his staff by mistake.
The Spectator, June 23, 1863, p. 2, c. 3:
"Good News From The West And North."
A positive account of war efforts in the West and
North. Article expresses the desire for retribution for the vandalism carried out by the Union
soldiers in the South.
The Vindicator, July 3, 1863, p. 1, c. 6:
"Imboden's Command."
Discusses Imboden's leadership and troop movement in western
Virginia, the capture of Cumberland, Maryland, and the fear on the part of the people there when
they heard that "Imboden, the Guerilla," was coming.
The Vindicator, July 3, 1863, p. 2, c. 2:
"Our Advance."
In light of advances the Confederate forces are making, Generals Lee and
Ewell have issued orders on the destruction of private property and on improper conduct while on
enemy territory. While the editor understands how many would feel the need for retaliation, he
hopes everyone will follow the generals' orders.
The Spectator, July 7, 1863, p. 2, c. 1:
"From Gen. Lee's Army."
An account, just prior to the Battle of Gettysburg, of General Lee's
progress in the Pennsylvania campaign and the successful actions being taken by the army to
disrupt commerce and transportation in the North.
The Spectator, July 7, 1863, p. 2, c. 1:
"Later."
Further details of General Lee's progress in the Pennsylvania campaign and the wide
spread panic the Confederate forces are causing in Pennsylvania generally and Philadelphia in
particular.
The Spectator, July 7, 1863, p. 2, c. 2:
"Still Later."
A series of despatches received at the newspaper that describe the battle at
Gettysburg as "one of the severest of the war." Interestingly, the newspaper describes the conflict
as "a hard fought battle...in which we were successful, though with heavy loss."
The Spectator, July 14, 1863, p. 2, c. 7:
"Gen. Lee's Orders."
Reprints Lee's orders, which command his soldiers to avoid
damaging private property and to pay for all supplies while in "the enemy's country."
The Spectator, July 14, 1863, p. 2, c. 1:
"From Gen. Lee's Army."
Continuing account of the battle of Gettysburg.
The Spectator, July 21, 1863, p. 1, c. 6:
"Gen. Jenkins' Brigade."
Extracts from a number of letters describing the movements of Gen.
Jenkin's Brigade in Pennsylvania and Maryland.
The Spectator, July 21, 1863, p. 1, c. 7:
"Yankee Pies."
An account of how Confederate troops ate a number of pies produced to
feed victorious Northern troops by a women who lived near Gettysburg.
The Spectator, July 21, 1863, p. 2, c. 1:
"From Gen. Lee's Army."
Despite Gen. Lee's prohibition on any telegrams being sent, the
paper attempts to describe the current movements of Lee's troops.
The Spectator, July 28, 1863, p. 1, c. 7:
"Pickett's Division."
Provides a romantic account of Pickett's Charge: "...bullets whizzing as
thick as hailstones in winter, men falling as leaves fall when shaken by the blasts of autumn."
The Spectator, July 28, 1863, p. 1, c. 7:
"Charge of Pickett's Division."
Offers a somewhat less colorful version of Pickett's
Charge.
The Spectator, August 4, 1863, p. 2, c. 1:
"The Wounded at Gettysburg."
Records the numbers of wounded in the hospitals of
Gettysburg--8,000 Confederate and 10,000 Union soldiers. The New York Herald criticizes the
unwillingness of some Confederate soldiers to help their more grievously wounded brethren.
Many Confederate soldiers express the most ardent desire to get into Union hospitals, where they
will receive better treatment.
The Spectator, August 11, 1863, p. 2, c. 2:
"From Lee's Army."
Reports on the high morale and preparedness of Lee's army and notifies
readers that there have been few recent skirmishes. However, the article assures the public that,
if and when Meade decides to engage General Lee, he will be soundly defeated. "Our boys are
now on Southern soil and are determined to avenge their repulse at Gettysburg."
The Spectator, August 11, 1863, p. 2, c. 4:
"Yankee Admissions."
Cites a report in an unnamed New York paper that states that Union
forces lost at least sixteen generals at the battle of Gettysburg. In addition to the officers, the
Union army appears to have lost twice as many men as the South did.
The Spectator, October 13, 1863, p. 2, c. 5:
"Sensible Colored Folks."
According to an account by a Lieut. Daniels, between thirty-five or
forty Southern blacks captured at the Battle of Gettysburg by Northern forces are being held at
Fort McHenry. While they have been offered release from their confinement if they would "take
an oath of allegiance to the Federal Government and join the Lincoln army," the prisoners have
refused the offer and have instead insisted that they should "be restored to their masters and
homes in the South."
The Spectator, May 17, 1864, p. 2, c. 1:
"The Battle Between Lee And Grant."
States that during recent fighting in Spotsylvania
County, the South had 2,000 men fall wounded or dead, while the Yankees lost 20,000. Notes
that 926 soldiers of the Stonewall Brigade are missing after the fighting, while 30 officers in the
brigade were killed, wounded, or reported as missing.
The Spectator, May 17, 1864, p. 2, c. 4:
"The Fighting Renewed On Tuesday."
Gives a narration of the events surrounding the battle
in Spotsylvania.
The Spectator, May 17, 1864, p. 2, c. 6:
"Interesting Letter."
Prints letter written on May 10 by a soldier in Northern Virginia. Gives
account of the "gallant" maneuvers of the Stonewall Brigade.
The Vindicator, May 20, 1864, p. 2, c. 2:
"Staunton Artillery."
The Staunton Artillery, under the command of Captain Garber of
Staunton, maintains the high reputation it earned in First Manassas with its performance recently
at Spotsylvania Court House. The Richmond Howitzers left their guns, and General Lee called
for volunteers to replace them. The Staunton Artillery volunteered, operated the Howitzer
Battery and two others, and worked so efficiently that General Lee noticed the performance.
The Spectator, March 8, 1864, p. 1, c. 7:
"To The Farmers Of Augusta, Rockingham And Shenandoah."
Author predicts that the
Valley will be subject to enemy raids during the coming
planting season. Tells farmers that the plundering of farms can be prevented if they provide feed
for the cavalry horses, which could then protect the farms.
The Vindicator, May 6, 1864, p. 2, c. 2:
"From the Lower Valley."
The most reliable report of the enemy's movement in the Valley
indicates that the enemy is encamped at Fisher's Hill, three miles from Strasburg, and has captured
Woodstock. This movement up the Valley is believed to have been a cover for Sigel, who is
reported to have met up with Meade's army by way of Front Royal.
The Spectator, May 17, 1864, p. 2, c. 2:
"Battle And Victory Near New Market."
Reports that Confederate troops, including cadets
from VMI, successfully drove back the Union army at New Market and in the process took
ninety-fiveYankees prisoner.
The Vindicator, July 8, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "Justice."
The
editor has heard rumors that a citizen or two took oaths of loyalty to the United States during the
recent enemy occupation of the Valley. The editor has been unable to validate the rumors and
offers instead a number of examples of how patriotic the citizens of Augusta were during the
recent crisis.
The Vindicator, July 8, 1864, p. 2, c. 2: "The Enemy in the
Valley."
The editor offers a long account of the recent battles in the Valley, noting the desire
of the enemy to occupy this important area of the state and detailing the troop movements,
advances, and defeats in the Valley in recent weeks.
The Vindicator, July 15, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "Who Are
They?"
Discusses the Confederate raid in Pennsylvania, which surprised Northerners who
were expecting to hear of the capture of Petersburg.
The Vindicator, July 15, 1864, p. 2, c. 3: "The "Staunton
Spectator.'"
The editor and proprietor of the Staunton Spectator, Richard Mauzy, announces
that the publication of the Spectator has been suspended since publication of its issue dated May
31, 1864, because of the destruction of its offices by the enemy on June 7. The enemy destroyed
everything in the building on all three stories, and only the job press is repairable. Mauzy
expresses relief to learn that other editors in line of the enemy's march have not suffered as greatly
as he has.
The Vindicator, July 22, 1864, p. 2, c. 2: "Movement into
Maryland."
The editor notes that Valley people eagerly await news from Confederate forces
in Maryland, particularly news of any acts they may have commented in retaliation for the enemy's
treatment of the Valley and its people recently. The editor tries to explain why Confederate
forces did not attempt to capture Washington D. C.
The Vindicator, July 22, 1864, p. 1, c. 6: "The Burning of
Gov. Letcher's Residence."
Describes the burning of former Governor Letcher's residence in
Lexington, Virginia, by enemy forces.
The Vindicator, July 22, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "War News."
Provides miscellaneous news from Pennsylvania, Petersburg, and Georgia. The article states that
the Confederate army has recrossed the Potomac from Maryland and is once again in Virginia.
The front at Petersburg has been quiet, with the exception of the enemy's shelling of the city.
The Vindicator, July 29, 1864, p. 1, c. 5: "Hunter's
Disastrous Retreat."
The editor quotes from an article in the Columbus (Ohio) Statesman and
comments further on the advance and retreat of Hunter's forces into and out of the Valley and
then into western Virginia. While in the Valley, the enemy troops took all food from women and
children, destroyed what they did not eat themselves, rifled the library at Virginia Military
Institute, and burned the Institute.
The Vindicator, July 29, 1864, p. 2, c. 2: "War News."
Provides miscellaneous war news from Petersburg, Georgia, and the Valley.
The Vindicator, July 29, 1864, p. 2, c. 4: "Office Recorder
Virginia Forces."
Joseph Jackson, Jr., Recorder of the Virginia Forces, calls for the collection
of reports and documentation of vandalism by enemy raids and occupation, by order of Governor
Smith. The clerk of the county court in Augusta is authorized to gather such information for the
county.
The Vindicator, August 12, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "War
News."
The editor summarizes developments in the war in the past week, concentrating on
Petersburg, the lower Valley, and the burning of Chambersburg, Pa.
The Vindicator, August 19, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "War
News."
The editor surveys developments in the war in the preceding week, particularly in
Petersburg and Atlanta. He also reports that, in the Valley, General Early's troops are near
Strasburg awaiting the enemy.
The Vindicator, August 26, 1864, p. 1, c. 5: "Why
Chambersburg Was Burned."
A letter writer from Maryland summarizes General Early's
demands on the town of Chambersburg as recompense for General Hunter's destruction in
Jefferson County, Virginia.
The Vindicator, August 26, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "War
News."
The editor summarizes developments in the war throughout the Confederacy in the
preceding week, including news from the Valley where a clash around Winchester between
General Early and Union forces resulted in the capture of four-to-five hundred Yankee prisoners,
who arrived in Staunton on Wednesday.
The Vindicator, September 9, 1864, p. 2, c. 2: "War
News."
Provides war news from Atlanta, Petersburg, and the Valley. The article includes
details of the fall of Atlanta.
The Vindicator, September 23, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "War
News."
The editor reports the particulars of the engagement three miles below Winchester
last Monday between General Early's forces and the enemy. Among those killed on the
Confederate side was Colonel Funk of the 5th Virginia Infantry. Major Newton from the same
regiment was wounded, and Captain James Bumgardner and Lieutenant William Galt of the 52nd
regiment are reported missing.
The Vindicator, October 21, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "Retribution
Will Come."
The editor compares the recent enemy occupation of the Valley with a previous
occupation. Before, the destruction was not as vast and severe, and the public outcry, including
in the North, was against Hunter and his tactics. This time, however, the destruction is of far
greater consequence, as Sheridan attempted to carry out Grant's order to make the Valley a
"barren waste."
The Vindicator, October 21, 1864, p. 2, c. 2: "War
News."
Among the war news summarized by the editor this week is a report from New
Market that General Early attacked and beat General Sheridan Wednesday morning at or near
Cedar Creek. No other information is available at this time.
The Vindicator, October 28, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "The Battle of
Bell Grove."
The editor offers a summary of the battle between General Early and General
Sheridan near Cedar Creek on Wednesday, October 19, 1864. In spite of Confederate losses, the
enemy cannot claim victory.
The Vindicator, October 28, 1864, p. 2, c. 3: "Gen'l Early's
Address to His Army."
Reprints the text of General Early's address to the army of the Valley
on October 22, 1864, in which he criticizes them for abandoning their position and plundering the
enemy's camp. Their actions, Early claims, caused the men to fail to achieve what would have
been "one of the most brilliant and decisive victories of the war."
The Vindicator, November 18, 1864, p. 1, c. 4: "A Modern
Antaeus."
The Chicago Times cannot decide whether to admire the many victories the
North has had
in the Valley of Virginia or to admire the Confederate forces there who have suffered so many
defeats yet continue to resist and fight back. Each time General Early fights back more quickly
and more deadly, only to be defeated more severely each time.
The Vindicator, November 18, 1864, p. 1, c. 6: "Failure of
Grant's Recent Advance."
General Grant was to have assembled a large number of troops in
order to take Richmond from all sides, but was still unable to capture the city. In the end, some
of the troops he had hoped to assemble were engaged elsewhere, including in the Valley. The
current theory is that Grant will wait until spring to try to take the city again.
The Vindicator, November 18, 1864, p. 2, c. 4:
"Rockingham's Losses."
The latest Yankee raid resulted in the following damage to
Rockingham County: 30
houses, 450 barns, and 31 mills burned; 100 miles of fencing torn down; 100,000 bushels of
wheat, 50,000 bushels of corn, and 6,232 tons of hay destroyed; 1,750 cattle, 1,750 horses, 4,200
sheep, and 3,350 hogs carried off; 3 factories and 1 furnace burned; an immense number of
farming utensils destroyed; and countless household furnishings wrecked.
The Vindicator, November 25, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "War
News."
The editor reports that rain for several days has stopped temporarily the military
operations at Richmond and Petersburg, with the exception of the capture by General Pickett of
an enemy picket line. The Confederate loss in the encounter was one killed and nine wounded.
Enemy attempts to recapture the position and reestablish picket lines were unsuccessful. The
editor includes also reports from east Tennessee, Georgia, and the lower Valley.
The Vindicator, November 25, 1864, p. 2, c. 2: "'While We
Dislike . . .'"
Even though the subject of the enemy's treatment of people in the Valley has
received
much attention already, the editor is compelled to comment further because of the extent of the
destruction in Augusta County. The editor questions how the people of the United States can
claim to be in the forefront of civilization and still act with the "malicious inhumanity" and
"wanton barbarity" evident in recent transgressions in the Valley. The editor calls upon the
county court of Augusta to follow the example of Rockingham county court and appoint a
committee to gather information on the full extent of local damage.
The Vindicator, December 2, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "A Word to the
Wise."
The feeding of the troops is of utmost concern to all southerners, but the recent
destruction in the Valley leaves insufficient produce to feed the local people, much less supply the
troops. The editor joins his voice with others raising the concern that supplies are not being
managed properly. The many areas of the state that have suffered so much less than the Valley
and that, in turn, have more abundant produce should be called upon to provide produce for
impressment and to provide food for people in the Valley.
The Vindicator, December 23, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "War
News."
In a weekly recapitulation of developments on all fronts of the war, the editor reports
that picket line skirmishes continue in Petersburg and, in late-breaking news, that General Rosser
launched an attack early Wednesday morning at Mellrose, about five miles below Harrisonburg.
Rosser succeeded in driving the enemy from its position and in capturing about forty prisoners.
Most of the Yankee Cavalry in the lower Valley have crossed the mountain and are heading
towards Gordonsville. General Early will be able to head them off in whichever direction they
head.
The Vindicator, January 27, 1865, p. 2, c. 2:
"War News."
The editor cites information from the Lynchburg Republican regarding the
aftermath of the battle at Winchester on September 19, 1864. A Confederate surgeon in charge
of the Confederate wounded states that the army left about 400 wounded from the battle and
another 260 previously sick and wounded in the hands of the enemy. From the battle on
September 19 until the close of the campaign, the enemy captured 864 sick and wounded, far
fewer than previous estimates. Yankee surgeons at Winchester stated that after the fight on
September 19, they buried six Union soldiers for every one Confederate and that local hospitals
were filled with six thousand wounded. These large losses indicate the skill with which the
Confederates fought, in light of the overpowering odds against them.
The Vindicator, February 10, 1865, p. 2, c. 1:
"War News."
The editor reports that skirmishes have occurred between Northern and
Southern pickets near Petersburg but that no engagements have occurred yet. In the Valley, the
enemy surprised the Confederate picket at Edinburg, captured a lieutenant and fourteen men, only
to be pursued by twenty men from the 12th Virginia Cavalry and overtaken. The Confederates
regained their picket and took sixteen prisoners and twenty horses.
The Vindicator, March 24, 1865, p. 2, c. 2:
"Sheridan's Raid."
Sheridan's troops left Winchester on Monday, February 27, 1865, reached
Staunton on Thursday morning, moved on to Charlottesville on Friday, then divided into two
columns when they moved on Monday. They encountered General Early's small force in
Waynesboro while they were on their way to Staunton and captured six hundred or seven hundred
of Early's men, according to people who saw these prisoners pass through Staunton. Sheridan's
troops destroyed canals, rail lines, and bridges along the way, in addition to large quantities of
government supplies and personal property. Sheridan met little resistance because the
Confederate troops were so scattered. The editor hopes the forces will be kept more
concentrated in the future and insists that farmers of the Valley and in counties east of the Blue
Ridge must be willing to supply the army if they want to keep the army nearby for protection.
The Vindicator, July 15, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "Who Are
They?"
Discusses the Confederate raid in Pennsylvania, which surprised Northerners who
were expecting to hear of the capture of Petersburg.
The Vindicator, July 15, 1864, p. 2, c. 2: "War News."
Reports that nothing has changed in the standoff between Lee and Grant at Petersburg.
The Vindicator, July 22, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "War News."
Provides miscellaneous news from Pennsylvania, Petersburg, and Georgia. The article states that
the Confederate army has recrossed the Potomac from Maryland and is once again in Virginia.
The front at Petersburg has been quiet, with the exception of the enemy's shelling of the city.
The Vindicator, July 29, 1864, p. 2, c. 2: "War News."
Provides miscellaneous war news from Petersburg, Georgia, and the Valley.
The Vindicator, August 12, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "War
News."
The editor summaries developments in the war in the past week, concentrating on
Petersburg, the lower Valley, and the burning of Chambersburg, Pa.
The Vindicator, August 19, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "War
News."
The editor surveys developments in the war in the preceding week, particularly in
Petersburg and Atlanta. He also reports that, in the Valley, General Early's troops are near
Strasburg awaiting the enemy.
The Vindicator, September 2, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "War
News."
Provides the latest information from the Petersburg battlefield.
The Vindicator, September 9, 1864, p. 2, c. 2: "War
News."
Provides war news from Atlanta, Petersburg, and the Valley. The article includes
details of the fall of Atlanta.
The Vindicator, November 4, 1864, p. 2, c. 2: "'Upon The
Revocation . . .'"
The editor reports that no one complained when General Lee revoked all
detail duty and called for all soldiers to report to their enrolling officer. Lee learned that Grant
was planning a major attack and thus recalled them back into service. The editor criticizes
whoever ordered that these men be marched through their home counties and guarded as if they
might not report for duty willingly.
The Vindicator, November 4, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "War
News."
The editor offers a detailed report of the battle at Petersburg on October 27, 1864,
between Grant and Lee and reports a heavy enemy loss.
The Vindicator, November 18, 1864, p. 1, c. 6: "Failure of
Grant's Recent Advance."
General Grant was to have assembled a large number of troops in
order to take Richmond from all sides, but was still unable to capture the city. In the end, some
of the troops he had hoped to assemble were engaged elsewhere, including in the Valley. The
current theory is that Grant will wait until spring to try to take the city again.
The Vindicator, November 25, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "War
News."
The editor reports that rain for several days has stopped temporarily the military
operations at Richmond and Petersburg, with the exception of the capture by General Pickett of
an enemy picket line. The Confederate loss in the encounter was one killed and nine wounded.
Enemy attempts to recapture the position and reestablish picket lines were unsuccessful. The
editor includes also reports from east Tennessee, Georgia, and the lower Valley.
The Vindicator, December 2, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "War
News."
Little has happened in Richmond and Petersburg in the past week, except a report of
capture of another enemy picket line on November 28, 1864. Indications are that Grant is
amassing troops in the area in preparation for another advance. The editor includes reports from
Georgia and Tennessee and states that nothing of interest has happened in the Valley. The enemy
is said to be encamped below Strasburg and to have headquarters at or near Kernstown.
The Vindicator, December 23, 1864, p. 2, c. 1: "War
News."
In a weekly recapitulation of developments on all fronts of the war, the editor reports
that picket line skirmishes continue in Petersburg and, in late-breaking news, that General Rosser
launched an attack early Wednesday morning at Mellrose, about five miles below Harrisonburg.
Rosser succeeded in driving the enemy from its position and in capturing about forty prisoners.
Most of the Yankee Cavalry in the lower Valley have crossed the mountain and are heading
towards Gordonsville. General Early will be able to head them off in whichever direction they
head.
The Vindicator, January 20, 1865, p. 2, c. 1:
"War News."
Includes miscellaneous news from Petersburg and Savannah.
The Vindicator, February 10, 1865, p. 2, c. 1:
"War News."
The editor reports that skirmishes have occurred between Northern and
Southern pickets near Petersburg but that no engagements have occurred yet. In the Valley, the
enemy surprised the Confederate picket at Edinburg, captured a lieutenant and fourteen men, only
to be pursued by twenty men from the 12th Virginia Cavalry and overtaken. The Confederates
regained their picket and took sixteen prisoners and twenty horses.
The Vindicator, February 24, 1865, p. 2, c. 2:
"War News."
Reports that conditions are comparatively quiet at Petersburg and Richmond
and states that Sherman intends to march to Virginia and unite with Grant's army.
The Vindicator, March 24, 1865, p. 2, c. 1:
"War News."
The interruption of communications by rail and wire, caused by Sheridan and
his troops, has resulted in a minimum of verifiable news from the war fronts this week. Some
dispatches from General Lee and some extracts from last week's Lynchburg Republican provide
the only reliable news.
