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Syme, John W. Semi-weekly Raleigh register. [Vol. 61, no. 83 (October 16, 1861)]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05959.26.12 Author/Creator: Syme, John W. Place Written: Raleigh, North Carolina Type: Newspaper Date: October 16, 1861 Pagination: 4 p. ; 63.5 x 46.5 cm. Order a Copy

Engagement on Cape Henry Beach, The Retreat of Rosecrans, Naval Engagements Reported From New Orleans, Removal of Fremont.

Two poems describe the current difficulties faced. An article examines the cotton question in connection with Great Britain. An article suggests the use of wooden shoes for slaves because of durability and cost, while another article pleads for shoes for soldiers for the winter. Another article describes the aid and comfort provided to soldiers.

Originally the Raleigh Register, the paper started printing a semiweekly version in 1823, which ran through 1830. From 1830 to 1839, the paper was not printed, but resumed again in 1840 through 1868. The paper was associated with the Weekly Raleigh Register, the Daily Raleigh Register or Daily Register, North Carolina Weekly Advertiser, North Carolina Gazette, and State Gazette.

The paper was edited by John W. Syme and Hall, named Printers of the North Carolina Convention in 1861 and 1862. Syme was also editor and proprietor of the Daily Intelligencer.

Syme, John W., fl. 1861

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