Early Files, compiled by Jack Sheedy
1861 A Short and Efficient War: The war must be conducted efficiently, and expedition is a very strong part of efficiency. If there is any delay now, any holding back of money or men, any remissness by which forces and supplies are not at the places where they are wanted, when wanted, if a battle is fought and lost because something was not done in season, the consequences will be lamentable. (Note: Unfortunately, the Civil War was not a short war, as it lasted four years from April 1861 to April 1865.) 1871 Steamer Island Home arrived at Nantucket on Sunday week, from New York, where she has...
Source: barnstablepatriot.com