Pictorial history of the war for the Union, volume 2 (of 2)

by Ann S. Stephens

6. Expedition up the Rappahannock. Capture of 400 prisoners and 95 tons of tobacco at Fredericksburg. Extensive contraband trade broken up.

7. Hugh McCulloch confirmed Secretary of the Treasury, succeeding Hon. W. P. Fessenden.

7. Five persons killed by collision on the Camden & Amboy R. R.

8. Sherman at Laurel Hill, N. C.

8. The rebel Senate passes the negro enlistment bill.

8. Engagement between Cox and Bragg 4 miles from Kinston, N. C. Bragg captures a large number of prisoners and 3 pieces of artillery, but is ultimately driven back.

8. The passport restrictions to Canada removed.

9. A transport, with 2,000 Union troops, enters Mobile Bay through Grant’s Pass.

9. Steamboat Munroe captured by rebels on the Big Black river.

9. Senator Harlan confirmed Sec. of the Interior, vice Mr. Usher, resigned.