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Historic Newspapers: March 1, 1862

On March 1, 1862, the following issues were all held... and read... by those living during the American Civil War.  Feelings of fear, sorrow, and uncertainty were prevalent as readers searched for news which would provide a glimmer of hope that loved ones would be safe, the greater good would prevail, and soon all would be well.  Experience a glimpse of their world as you browse through the selections shown below. Note: Many of the items shown are no longer available.  Prices are shown for those which are available.
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Civil War events in Kentucky, North Carolina, and elsewhere...
Item # 172550 ·

HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, March 1, 1862  The full front page is a dramatic print captioned: "The Surrender of Fort Donelson, February 16, 1862" which is very nice for display.
Inside has a full page with 3 scenes of: "Our Navy in the Savannah River--Loss of Steamer Winfield Scott--The Expedition in Warsaw Sound--Gun-Boats Entering Savannah River Above Fort Pulaski"; a full page with 4 prints of: "The Capture of Fort Henry, Tennessee"; a full page map captioned: "General Map of Albemarle and…

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$62
Second rate also from $32
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1862 New York City Newspaper....
Item # 540642 ·

THE EVENING POST, New York City, March 1, 1862

* Columbus Kentucky
* Eastport Mississippi

This 4 page newspaper is in nice condition (except for little margin wear & tear) due to the use of cotton and rag paper during this very historic time in U.S. history. This issue is very large in size (unusual). It measures 30 x 26 inches and loaded with advertisements and Civil War reports throughout from the day it was first reported. Lots of interesting reading. Too much to photograph.

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$21
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