"Confederate State of America" printed in the masthead...

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March 31, 1863

CHARLESTON DAILY COURIER, South Carolina, March 31, 1863

* From the origin of the Civil War

This is one of the very few Confederate titles which printed "Confederate States Of America" in the dateline.
Among the war-related reports: "From McMinnville, Texas - Another Daring Exploit of Morgan's Men" "Affairs in the Southwest' "Stirring News From the Coast" and various military: "General Orders" on the back page, taking an entire column≥
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, a few older tape mends, minor fading, good condition.

AI notes: The Charleston Daily Courier was a key Confederate newspaper in Charleston, South Carolina, during the Civil War, including 1863. Known for its moderate stance, it opposed both Northern policies and extreme secessionist views, setting it apart from more radical local papers. It was also among the first to use the Electro Magnetic Telegraph for news reporting. Issues from 1863 are accessible through archives like Newspapers.com, the Library of Congress, and the Internet Archive, offering valuable insight into Southern perspectives during the war.

Category: Confederate