When was it published?

January 8, 1858 in The Athens Post

Domestic News January 8, 1858

The Athens Post

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Gen Scott, Washington Arrival, Mormon Campaign, Army Intelligence, Postmaster General

Athens, Mcminn County, Tennessee

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What is this article about?

General Scott arrived in Washington on Saturday to arrange plans for the spring campaign against the Mormons and to expedite army intelligence via the Postmaster General. He is described as hale, hearty, and healthy-looking, expected to lead the army for years.

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Gen. Scott.—Gen. Scott arrived in Washington city on Saturday morning last. He will remain several days, arranging matters with reference to the campaign against the Mormons during the coming spring. He will also make arrangements with the Postmaster General, by which intelligence from the army will reach there several days earlier than is now the case.

The Commander-in-Chief, says the States, is a hale, hearty, healthy looking man, and to all appearances, will be at the head of the army for many years to come.

What sub-type of article is it?

Arrival Departure Military

What keywords are associated?

Gen Scott Washington Arrival Mormon Campaign Army Intelligence Postmaster General

What entities or persons were involved?

Gen. Scott Postmaster General

Where did it happen?

Washington City

Domestic News Details

Primary Location

Washington City

Event Date

Saturday Morning Last

Key Persons

Gen. Scott Postmaster General

Event Details

Gen. Scott arrived in Washington city on Saturday morning last and will remain several days to arrange matters for the campaign against the Mormons in the coming spring and to make arrangements with the Postmaster General for faster intelligence from the army. The Commander-in-Chief is described as hale, hearty, healthy looking, and expected to lead the army for many years.