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Encamped in Maryland (June 21st, 1861)
>From The Valley Register; Middletown, MD
Summary: The whole of Gen. Patterson's force is encamped in Hagerstown and Funkstown and is occupying many public buildings. An estimated 25,000 troops have passed through Hagerstown in a few days.
Full DetailsThe Maryland Heights (June 21st, 1861)
>From The Valley Register; Middletown, MD
Summary: The Confederate troops (Kentuckians) evacuated their position on MD Heights. Now evidence shows the Heights were never fortified with cannons as was believed, and so the Federal government was deceived.
Full DetailsOfficial Vote of Frederick County (June 21st, 1861)
>From The Valley Register; Middletown, MD
Summary: A comparison between the Frederick Co. voter turnout for election of a Congressman (Thomas) in 1861 and the turnout in the presidential election of 1860. Figures are given for each district.
Full DetailsA H Hager, Esq. of Hagerstown… (June 21st, 1861)
>From The Valley Register; Middletown, MD
Summary: A. H. Hager, Esq., of Hagerstown, equipped his 18 year-old slave and made a present of his services to Col. W. H. Irwin of the 7th PA Regiment for the length of the war.
Full DetailsA Sharp Reply (June 21st, 1861)
>From The Valley Register; Middletown, MD
Summary: Gov. Hicks' "spicy" letter of response to the House of Delegates' inquiry about a shipment of arms seized from a boat by Gen. Butler. The House of Delegates asks whether the arms were seized with Hicks' "knowledge and consent" and why they were taken from the boat, etc. Hicks gives no answers but suggests that questioning him is "impertinent" and suggests contacting Gen. Butler about the matter. He also suggests contacting the Adjutant General whose job it is to distribute arms as established by law in 1860.
Full DetailsChesapeake & Ohio Canal (June 21st, 1861)
>From The Valley Register; Middletown, MD
Summary: The president of the C&O Canal endeavored to stop the destruction of his company's property. He arrived at Dam #4 during a fight between Virginians and Marylanders. He demanded to be taken to Harper's Ferry for an interview with Confederate Gen. Johnston where he "remonstrated" against the destruction of boats, etc. which he said were the property of Marylanders. Johnston said his orders were to destroy anything which could benefit U.S. forces and thus he will continue to follow orders.
Full DetailsFrom Harper's Ferry (June 26th, 1861)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: 400 Confederate troops returned to Harpers Ferry and wreaked havoc on the town (including throwing a new locomotive into the Potomac River) and arrested several of its citizens.
Full DetailsArmy Promotions (June 26th, 1861)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: Capt. Abner Doubleday has been promoted to Major in the 11th Infantry; Lt. George Bell of Hagerstown has been promoted to Captain in the 14th Infantry; and W.J.L. Nichodemus, formerly of Washington County, was promoted to 1st Lieutenant in the 13th Infantry.
Full DetailsSuffering in Virginia (June 26th, 1861)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: Citizens continue to arrive from Virginia, many to avoid impressment into the Confederate army. Others have been forced into the army, leaving their families and farms neglected.
Full DetailsArmy Movements in this Vicinity (June 26th, 1861)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD
Summary: The organization of Maj. Gen. Robert Patterson’s army is provided, including his staff, along with the positions of the various commands in Washington County. An account of a brief exchange of fire across the river is also provided.
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