Annals of Cleveland

Sherman, Gen. W. T.

Abstracts: 43

283

Cleveland Morning Leader, 26 December 1864 (ed; 2 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.2 ~ View at ChronAm

283 - L Dec. 26; ed: 2/2 - "Foreign advices represent the Rebel loan as
having been greatly 'depressed' by Sherman's movement. When they hear
of all that Sherman has in store, that loan will go down still further
until it is lost in the abyss of utter worthlessness." (2)

Confederacy

Index terms:

Sherman, Gen. W. T.

590

Cleveland Morning Leader, 5 October 1864 (115 inches) ~ See original
p.4, col.3,8 ~ View at ChronAm

590 - L. Oct. 5:4/3,8 - The grand Union rally held today, was in all respects,
a most complete and wonderful success. In spite of the rain, the city was
decorated in gala day attire. "The banner of glory and beauty floated
proudly from the flagstaff on the Square, and flags of all sizes hung from
roofs, windows, and ropes stretched across the streets." The whole city
was enthused and excited. Crowds came in trains and private conveyances
from every direction. Surrounding townships turned out in full force, East
Cleveland receiving the banner for having the largest delegation present. --
The meeting was called to order by H. M. Chapin. Judge Spaulding made a
brief speech in regard to the death of Governor Wood, who was to have pre-
sided at the meeting. Judge Day of Ravenna then made an address which he
began by reviewing the history of the secession movement. Ile spoke at
length on the Union cause and the duty of loyal men toward it. His speech
was received with much enthusiasm and applause.
The Hon. Benjamin Stanton was the next and last speaker. He spoke in
defense of the course Lincoln had taken, and showed how many things he had
thought unwise, had since been proved the very wisest measures. He defended
the emancipation proclamation and eulogized Sherman on his recent campaign.
He then showed up the weakness and absurdity of the "Chicago Platform."
Never has the city been more brilliantly illuminated. Public and private
piaces alike displayed lighted candles and lanterns. The torch-light proces-
sion of the different wards as they marched from Euclid place to the Square
was one of the finest pyrotechnic displays ever seen in Cleveland. Several
speeches were made at the evening meeting, which progressed nicely until some
"Copperhead" rowdies tried to tear down the banner and lantern hung near the
American building. Police were hurriedly called and order restored for the
remainder of the evening. º (115)

Elections, Campaigns and Candidates / Ohio

Index terms:

American building; Chapin, H. M.; Day, Luther (Ohio supreme court judge); Euclid place; Lincoln, Abraham; Public Square; Ravenna, Ohio; Sherman, Gen. W. T.; Spalding, Judge R. P.; Stanton, Benjamin; Union; Wood, Gov.

668

Cleveland Morning Leader, 23 September 1864 (ed; 2 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

668 - L. Sept. 23; ed:2/1 - The New York WORLD is so foolish as to urge
the victory of Sherman as another reason why there should be a Democratic
president, claiming that the problems to be solved are so weighty, that
they should be passed on to Little Mac. "The people do not see it in
that light. On the contrary, the victory brings the day of honorable
peace nearer and nearer." (2)

Elections, Campaigns and Candidates / United States

Index terms:

Sherman, Gen. W. T.

1405

Cleveland Morning Leader, 30 November 1864 (ed; 4 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.2 ~ View at ChronAm

1405 - L Nov. 30; ed: 2/2 - The Rebel editors make light of Grant and
Sherman. They make sport of Sherman's progress and "strut in their
self-confidence like peacocks in a barnyard. The present is a crisis
to the rebellion and it is necessary to put on airs, to bluster and
bel low, to grow jolly as the heavens grow darker, to dance and sing as
the funeral draws nigh. The rebel editors are certainly talented fel-
lows, they can laugh and grow fat in a grave yard." (4)

Newspapers

Index terms:

Grant, Gen. U. S.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

1559

Cleveland Morning Leader, 6 September 1864 (ed; 4 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.3 ~ View at ChronAm

1559 - L. Sept. 6; ed: 2/3 - The New York WORLD is alarmed at the manner
in which the Chicago platform is being denounced by the people, and fears
that if the discussion continues nothing visible will be left of "Little
Mac." - -
Efforts of the Democratic party have been to prove that the measures
adopted are unwise, and they must not shrink from the issue.
"If an immediate cessation of hostilities is a good thing, it is a
good thing now when Sherman has taken Georgia, and Grant has hold of
the throat of Richmond." (4)

Political Parties / Democratic

Index terms:

Chicago, Ill.; Georgia; Grant, Gen. U. S.; McClellan, George B.; New York city; New York WORLD; Richmond Va.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

1566

Cleveland Morning Leader, 4 October 1864 (ed; 22 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.4 ~ View at ChronAm

1566 - L Oct. 4; ed: 2/4 - The Democratic party at the Chicago convention
seemed thoroughly paralyzed. Had the convention declared for the one-
term principle, and in a calm and dignified way arrayed itself against
Lincoln in favor of Generals Dix or Sherman, "it might have struck the
keynote of popular sympathy, and swept away every vote in the electoral
college. But lured by our despondency and confident of triumph it
followed the evil counsels of Wallandigham, Powell and Pendleton - it
declared the war a failure, and spoke for peace at any price."
McClellan's letter to acceptance, exhibits the best side of the
Democracy. It says: "The Union is the one condition of peace." If hy
peace he does not mean restoration, he means nothing at all. If he does
mean restoration, he makes the laying down of arms and the return to
allegiance its only condition. An armistice between belligerents must
be entered into by the highest authorities on either side. Not until
the leaders of the Confederacy are dethroned, inquisition crushed, and
the shackles removed from the people's limbs and lips by federal arms,
will the masses learn to see and act for themselves and return to their
old and true allegiance. (22)

Political Parties / Democratic

Index terms:

Chicago, Ill.; Confederacy; Dix, General; Lincoln, Abraham; McClellan, George B.; Pendleton, George H. (Cincinnati); Powell; Sherman, Gen. W. T.; Union; Vallandigham, Clement L.

1617

Cleveland Morning Leader, 6 September 1864 (ed; 7 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

1617 - L. Sept. 6; ed: 2/1 - Sherman, Grant, and Farragut need the strength
of the North to rally round them to insure the return of peace.
*** "Political, like military campaigns, have their own laws of success and
defeat, and nothing but shameful inactivity and indifference of Union men
can fail of giving the cause of the Republic great victory. Let the
Union men organize now, without delay." - - (7)

Political Parties / Union

Index terms:

Farragut, Admiral David R.; Grant, Gen. U. S.; North; Sherman, Gen. W. T.; Union

2276

Cleveland Morning Leader, 15 June 1864 (ed; 20 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2276 - L June 15; ed:2/1 - General Sherman orders the exclusion of news-
paper corresponder:ts from his lines.
"It is noticeable that our greatest and most successful commander,
Lieutenant General Grant, bas never had any difficulty or quarrel with
newspaper correspondents. He has always shown himself ready and willing
to extend to them all proper information and accommodation." (20)

Wars / Civil War

Index terms:

Grant, Gen. U. S.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2290

Cleveland Morning Leader, 6 September 1864 (ed; 4 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2290 - L. Sept. 6; ed: 2/1 - The success of General Sherman in the south-
west has done much to restore the faith of the people, and enable them
to see the future of the republic.
"From all sides we hear the people rallying with strong hearts to the
cause of Liberty and Union. Only keep the ball rolling and the last
relics of sneaking Democracy will be destroyed." (4)

Wars / Civil War

Index terms:

Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2296

Cleveland Morning Leader, 27 October 1864 (ed; 3 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.2 ~ View at ChronAm

2296 - L Oct. 27; ed:2/2 - "Copperheads" are anxiously waiting for some
military disaster to befall our arms and are anxious to make out that
Sherman is in a bad way. The New York NEWS has been trying for a veek
to prove that disaster awaits our army in Georgia, and knows there is
no chance of success at the coming election unless it can make an im-
pression that disasters have befallen our army. "But victory perches on
all our banners and the Copperheads are doomed to disappointment." (3)

Wars / Civil War

Index terms:

Copperheads; Georgia; New York city; New York NEWS, The; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2310

Cleveland Morning Leader, 14 July 1864 (2 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.2 ~ View at ChronAm

2310 - L. July 14:2/2 - In order to check guerrilla warfare on the rail-
roads, General Sherman has ordered some prominent secessionists arrested
and compelled them to ride in cars, in exposed positions.
The same system might be adopted, we believe, on steamers running
up and down the lower Ohio and Mississippi rivers. (2)

Wars / Civil War / Bandits and Guerrillas

Index terms:

Mississippi river; Ohio river; Sherman, Gen. W. T.; U. S. army

2344

Cleveland Morning Leader, 27 December 1864 (10 inches) ~ See original
p.4, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2344 - H Dec. 27:4/1 - In a letter to the editor, "C. S. M." on Dec. 16,
writes of Sherman's movements around Savannah, and of the young men from
Ohio regiment who are wounded or dead. "It is sad to think that so many
of these yourg men who came from Ohio so recently in good health and
spirits, should now be numbered with the dead or laid upon beds of suffer-
ing. The friends of these last will be gratified to learn that each of
theiu is receiving all the care and attention that can well be bestowed
upon them." (10)

Wars / Civil War / Bandits and Guerrillas

Index terms:

Ohio; Savannah, Ga.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2433

Cleveland Morning Leader, 27 August 1864 (ed; 14 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2433 - L. Aug. 27; ed: 2/1 - Much anxiety is felt concerning the draft to be
made Sept. 5, which will add 300,000 men to Sheriuan's and Grant's armies.
These new recruits will enable Sherman to send men to Georgia to rescue
Union prisoners and overthrow Rebel forces there.
The way for the law-abiding citizen is clear. If he cannot go, let him
send a substitute if possible. Better that sacrifices be made than that
our armies should be abandoned and the Rebellion succeed. (14)

Wars / Civil War / Enlistments and Confiscations

Index terms:

Confederate Army; Georgia; Grant, Gen. U. S.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.; Union; U. S. army

2440

Cleveland Morning Leader, 17 September 1864 (ed; 5 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2440 - L. Sept. 17; ed:2/1 - In many portions of the country the draft has
been set for Sept. 19. This will make an addition of at least 100,000
effective men to the forces of Generals Sherman and Grant.
"The addition of 100,000 men to our armies will do much to make the
fall campaign a successful one. The last efforts of the rebels are being
put forth. If they do not succeed this fall, they will give up the con-
test.... The draft will show the rebels that they have no hope in an anti-
war party in the north." (5)

Wars / Civil War / Enlistments and Confiscations

Index terms:

Grant, Gen. U. S.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2441

Cleveland Morning Leader, 17 September 1864 (ed; 5 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2441 - L. Sept. 17; ed: 2/1 - The draft on Sept. 19 is to give Grant and
Sherman at least 100,000 more men.
"Everyone urges the draft because the enforcement of the law will mani-
fest a power resident in our government. Our government, though a democ-
racy, should in times of trouble and danger be able to wield the power
of a great nation." (5)

Wars / Civil War / Enlistments and Confiscations

Index terms:

Grant, Gen. U. S.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2460

Cleveland Morning Leader, 27 February 1864 (ed; 6 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.2 ~ View at ChronAm

2460 - L. Feb. 27; ed: 2/2 - General Sherinan is completely swallowed up in the
gulf states. His movements and intentions seem to be a matter of conjecture
and speculation.
"If Sherman once reaches Montgomery, he is about as far from Atlanta as
Chattanooga." - (6)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Atlanta, Ga.; Chattanooga, Tenn.; Montgomery, Ala.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2479

Cleveland Morning Leader, 16 May 1864 (ed; 1 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2479 - L. May 16; ed:2/1 - General Sherman is operating in rough country -
Rocky Face ridge, Snake Creek gap, Tunnell Hill, and Buzzard Roost.
"The veterans of Lookout Mountain, will find a way to smoke out the
snakes and astonish the buzzards." (1)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Buzzard Roost, Ala.; Lookout Mountain, Tenn.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.; Snake Creek gap, Ala.

2480

Cleveland Morning Leader, 16 May 1864 (ed; 11 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2480 - L May 16; ed: 2/1 - The terrific fighting of May 12 and the movements
of our cavalry have completed the withdrawal of Lee from Grant's front in
the direction of Danville and Lynchburg. Generals Sherman and Butler are
in positions to advance toward victory. "The retreat of Lee has undoubted-
ly by this time become a rout. The strength and spirit and moral prestige
of the Rebel army have gone." (11)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Butler, General; Confederate Army; Danville, S. C.; Grant, Gen. U. S.; Lee, Gen. Robert E.; Lynchburg, S. C.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2482

Cleveland Morning Leader, 21 May 1864 (ed; 7 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2482 - L. May 21; ed: 2/1 - The Rebel general, Johnston, has been worsted at
every point and has been forced to retreat by General Sherman's attacks.
"The splendid legions of the northwest, that have always moved to
victory, will now add new laurels to their brilliant wreath of heroic deeds
in the cause of Liberty and Union." (7)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Johnston, Gen. Joseph E.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2483

Cleveland Morning Leader, 26 May 1864 (ed; 9 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2483 - L. May 26; ed:2/1 - Grant has driven Lee back from his stronghold
around Orange court house. Grant with his large army has outflanked Lee,
maneuvering him out of his works with little loss.
"News from Canby and Sherman is excellent and promises that we shall
have better news. The whole sky looks bright." - (9)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Canby; Grant, Gen. U. S.; Lee, Gen. Robert E.; Orange court house, Wa. ; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2484

Cleveland Morning Leader, 27 May 1864 (ed; 11 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2484 - L. May 27; ed: 2/1 - The latest information represents Grant and
Sherman crowding Lee into Richmond. Butler has entrenchments south of
Richmond, leaving the Rebels no escape. "With Richmond in Grant's posses-
sion, a like result must follow in the East. We have a strong conviction
that success awaits our arms." (11)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Butler, General; Grant, Gen. U. S.; Lee, Gen. Robert E.; Richmond Va.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2485

Cleveland Morning Leader, 31 May 1864 (ed; 9 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2485 - L. May 31; ed: 2/1 - Sherman's troops met the Rebel army at Dallas,
Ga., and defeated them, losing 300 and capturing 2,500, thus giving him a
change of base to the Alabatua river. -
"The only fear is that Johnston may have quietly reinforced Lee. If
so, Sherman will find plenty to do." (9)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Alabama river; Confederate Army; Dallas, Ga.; Johnston, Gen. Joseph E.; Lee, Gen. Robert E.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.; U. S. army

2502

Cleveland Morning Leader, 14 July 1864 (ed; 4 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.2 ~ View at ChronAm

2502 - L. July 14; ed:2/2 - General Sherman's army is slowly but surely
pushing into Atlanta, the most important place in Georgia and the seat of
the Rebel iron manufactures. Every hour may bring us news of the capture
of Atlanta and the defeat of Johnston's army. (4)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Atlanta, Ga.; Georgia; Johnston, Gen. Joseph E.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2505

Cleveland Morning Leader, 19 July 1864 (ed; 8 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.2 ~ View at ChronAm

2505 - L. July 19; ed:2/2 - After three years of war, General Sherman has
led his army through 500 miles of enemy territory to the city limits of
Atlanta, the center of the railroad system of the gulf states, and an im-
portant place for government workshops and iron works.
"Ohio may take genuine pride in the success of Sherman, as most of our
troops are with him. Let us award all Honor and Gratitude to the brave
Army of the Cumberland." º (8)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Georgia; Sherman, Gen. W. T.; U. S. army

2508

Cleveland Morning Leader, 23 July 1864 (ed; 9 inches) ~ See original
p.4, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2508 - L. July 23; ed:4/1 - Atlanta, the most important point to the gulf
states, has been captured by General Sherman. His next step will be in
the direction of Augusta, and the seizure of the same would mean the sepa-
ration of the Confederacy into two parts, each part incapable of support-
ing a large army for any length of time.
The capture of Atlanta must, therefore, give new hope to the country
of the speedy termination of the Rebellion. Grant will be able to act
with greater decision than ever. If Johnston can be kept from reinforcing
Lee, Lee must soon fight under great disadvantage, or retreat with the
danger of annihilation. (9)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Atlanta, Ga.; Augusta, Ga.; Grant, Gen. U. S.; Johnston, Gen. Joseph E.; Lee, Gen. Robert E.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2509

Cleveland Morning Leader, 27 July 1864 (ed; 5 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2509 - L. July 27; ed:2/1 - Generals Lee and Johnston are working hand in
hand to defeat Sherman. Johnston already has falien back from Chattanooga
to get in position to be reinforced hy Lee, who has also sent off large
numbers to defeat Sherman in Georgia. It seems the South has suddenly de-
cided to invade such northern states as Ohio, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.
"This magnificent scheme hatched in Baltimore, will undoubtedly succeed,
unless General Grant concludes to modify it. We shall see what we shall
see," (5)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Baltimore, M.J., (Cont'd); Chattanooga, Tenn.; Georgia; Indiana; Johnston, Gen. Joseph E.; Lee, Gen. Robert E.; Ohio; Pennsylvania; Sherman, Gen. W. T.; South

2513

Cleveland Morning Leader, 12 August 1864 (ed; 12 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2513 - L. Aug. 12; ed:2/1 - Attention of the nation is directed toward
Mobile, Ala. Word from that city warns us that Mobile is in greater dan-
ger now than at any time during the war. The capture of Mobile will have
important bearing on affairs in Alabama. Its possession will give us the
navigation of the Alabama river as far as Montgomery, and will enable
Sherman to advance to Alabama and Georgia. -
"On the whole, the speedy fall of Mobile is predicted, if Admiral
Farragut and General Asbothano allowed to indulge their fighting propen-
sities." (12)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Alabama; Alabama river; Asbotharo, General; Farragut, Admiral David R.; Georgia; Mobile, Ala.; Montgomery, Ala.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2517

Cleveland Morning Leader, 6 September 1864 (ed; 6 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.2 ~ View at ChronAm

2517 - L. Sept. 6; ed;2/2 - The possession of Atlanta by Sherman is a great
victory for Union forces and cannot be too highly estimated. His next
victory will undoubtedly be the state of Georgia, leaving the two Carolinas.
and southern Virginia confined to the Rebellion. -
"The country is grateful to Sherman for his great triumph, which comes at
an opportune time and brushes away the miasmas that arose in Chicago and
spread all over the land. The sunlight is again shining and the Republic
is sure to triumph." (6)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Atlanta, Ga.; Chicago, Ill.; Georgia; North Carolina; Sherman, Gen. W. T.; South Carolina; Union army; Virginia

2519

Cleveland Morning Leader, 29 September 1864 (ed; 13 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2519 - L. Sept. 29; ed: 2/1 - Amid all the victories over which the North is
exulting, there is a constant looking forward to the prospective capture
of Richmond. At present every indication points to its speedy capture.
Sherman will no doubt send two corps of his army to Lynchburg by way of
Knoxville. This would enable the combined forces of Sherman and Sheridan,
on both sides of Richmond, to move down on the city "like an avalanche from
the mountain sides."
"Lee will make a desperate effort to avoid impending ruin in Virginia,
but it is written in the decrees of God." (13)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Knoxville, Tenn.; Lee, Gen. Robert E.; Lynchburg, S. C.; North; Richmond Va.; Sheridan, Gen. Phillip; Sherman, Gen. W. T.; Virginia

2522

Cleveland Morning Leader, 14 December 1864 (ed; 2 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.2 ~ View at ChronAm

2522 - L Dec. 14; ed: 2/2 - The battle at Savanrah has not been fought ac-
cording to latest reports, but Sherman is steadily advancing and will soon
strike the first blow. The Southern press, "from which accounts of his
movements are gained, is a distorting medium, and news is almost worthless.
We shall have news from Sherman himself in a few days, of this grand march
through the heart of the Confederacy." (2)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Confederacy; Savannah, Ga.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2523

Cleveland Morning Leader, 15 December 1864 (9 inches) ~ See original
p.3, col.2 ~ View at ChronAm

2523 - L Dec. 15:3/2 - In a letter to the editor, T. M. Davidson, a re-
leased prisoner says, many things regarding his experience in the Southern
Confederacy. Of special interest is his description of the fortifications
of Savannah and the condition of that city. He says: "The river at Fort
Jackson is lined with thirty-six huge siege guns. The river is blocked with
heavy timbers leaving just enough room for a boat to pass. Just above this
entrance are two ironclads, well manned, and above these are torpedoes.
Their location is known, by the sharp pointed projection of a log about
six inches from the surface. No man could be seen at, or near the forti-
fication, earth works being thrown up around the guns for the men's pro-
tection. These guns, together with obstructions in the river, are intended
to crush anything that may come up but offer little resistance from a land
force from the direction of Savannah. Sherman will have little difficulty
at this point. The swamps will impede his progress more than anything
else. The force at Savannah is composed of old men, little boys and
crippled officers. Business of all kinds in the city is stopped, re- -
minding us of Sunday." - - - - - (9)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Confederacy; Davidson, T. M.; Fort Jackson, La.; Savannah, Ga.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2524

Cleveland Morning Leader, 16 December 1864 (ed; 9 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2524 - L Dec. 16; ed: 2/1 - Yesterday's dispatches prove without a
doubt that Sherman is in full possession of Savannah. His glorious
movement has met with the most complete and triumphant success. He has
moved through the very heart of the Confederacy, proving its hollowness
and weakness. He has cut the Rebellion completely in two by the entire
destruction of its railroad system, and has established himself on the
Atlantic with a convenient base for operating against Charleston, and
within easy communication with Grant. These are the grand results of
the expedition and all this was achieved without almost any loss of
life, or ammunition.
"Let us all unite in the north and "Hurrah for Sherman and his gallant
soldiers.'" (9)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Charleston, S. C.; Confederacy; Grant, Gen. U. S.; Savannah, Ga.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2526

Cleveland Morning Leader, 19 December 1864 (ed; 5 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.2 ~ View at ChronAm

2526 - L. Dec. 19; ed:2/2 - Official dispatches announce the capture of
Fort McAllister, a strong and important earthwork at the mouth of the
Ogeechee river.
But we need not wait for the capture of Savannah to rejoice over the
success of Sherman's movement. The object of that movement--to disem-
bowel the Confederacy by a destructive march from Atlanta to the Atlantic,
is already gained. Let us thank God that the army is in safety at the
sea-board. (5)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Atlanta, Ga.; Confederacy; Fort McAllister, Ga.; Ogeeches river, Ga.; Savannah, Ga.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.; U. S. army

2527

Cleveland Morning Leader, 27 December 1864 (ed; 6 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2527 - L Dec. 27; ed: 2/1 - General Sherman is sure that he will capture
Savannah. Richmond papers have given up Savannah, and make little of
this triumph. The Richmond and Savannah papers had Sherman's army ruined
many times, but "the operation seems to have agreed with our General and
our veterans. Everything goes to prove that this grand anabasis of
Sherman's is the most successful movement of the war." . . . (6)

Wars / Civil War / Military Engagements and Campaigns

Index terms:

Richmond Va.; Savannah, Ga.; Sherman, Gen. W. T.

2674

Cleveland Morning Leader, 24 August 1864 (ed; 13 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.1 ~ View at ChronAm

2674 - L. Aug. 24; ed: 2/1 - The army has become the embodiment of the
highett patriotism and courage of the nation. The soldiers who have
fought with Sherman and withstood all of the hardships of war are
amazed and disgusted at the selfish attitude of the North because a
political party is proposing to surrender to the Rebels all that has been
achieved.
"They cannot but feel that the glory and dignity of our great armies
are insulted. Let the people shake off all fears and doubts and catch
the spirit of the men on the front edge of battle." (13)

Wars / Civil War / Receptions and Celebrations

Index terms:

North; Sherman, Gen. W. T.; U. S. army