2284

Cleveland Morning Leader, 2 August 1864 (14 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.3 ~ View at ChronAm

2284 - L Aug. 2:2/3 - In a letter to the editor, E. H. E. says: Due to
the reports of Rebel raids, there is no excitement to speak of, consider-
ing the fact that from 30,000 to 50,000 Rebels have threatened invasion.
The case is quite the contrary and business is carried on unabated.
The fine appearance and good order of Washington is due to the energy
of the military department. Guards patrol the streets and allow no fast
riding or driving.
William Cushman, a Clevelander, was killed in the battle of Snicker's
Gap. Wa. (14)

Wars / Civil War

Index terms:

Confederate Army; Cushman, William; Snickers Gap, Va.; Washington, D. C.