Reynolds, J. L. (James Lawrence), 1814-1877 Confederate Baptist. [Vol. 2, no. 37 (June 15, 1864)]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05959.39.54 Author/Creator: Reynolds, J. L. (James Lawrence), 1814-1877 Place Written: Columbia, South Carolina Type: Newspaper Date: 15 June 1864 Pagination: 4 p. : 50.9 x 33.1 cm. Order a Copy
A lengthy tribute to "Col. O. E. Edward"s includes his biography and memorial to his death. Article regarding religion on page 2 include "Correspondence on Peace," "Sunday School Missionary," and "Erring Ministers."
A lengthy "Notes on the Times" section includes several excerpts from other newspapers, including Asheville News, the Richmond Enquirer, the Boston Courier, and the Mercury. Most reports in this section are focused on the Battle of Petersburg. Additional news includes a seige on Atlanta and updates from Vicksburg.
The purpose of this journal, according to its first issue, is the advancement of the Baptist denomination in both intelligence and piety, while giving support to the Confederacy. Thousands of copies were distributed to soldiers.
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