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Death by Cannon Ball

From a Seneca Falls, New York newspaper in 1861: Death of Another Volunteer We are pained to learn that CALVIN COLGROVE, a former resident of our village, was killed during the battle near Manassas on Sunday the 21st. For the … Continue reading

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Michigan’s New Governor: South Carolina a Dangerous Example

From The New-York Times January 5, 1861: THE MICHIGAN LEGISLATURE.; GOVERNOR BLAIR’S INAUGURAL ADDRESS. DETROIT, Mich., Friday, Jan. 4. Gov. BLAIR delivered his inaugural address to both Houses of the Legislature, at Lansing, yesterday. In discussing national affairs, he denies … Continue reading

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