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Newspaper
Galesville Transcript
Location
Galesville, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1861
Page
4
The piece argues against dissident Union nominees backed by Democrats, urging unity with the Administration. It contends the war aims include slavery’s fate, notes northern support toward abolition as a possible outcome if victorious, and calls for loyal, earnest action despite divisions.
Personal notes report Judge Gale holding court locally this week while his family returns from the southern part of the state for the summer. The judge has spent much of the past year abroad and has one more session to complete the term, with hopes of his family’s familiar return to town for months. Dr Younc returns to Talasville looking hale and well amid community chatter.
A fragment notes the crowd’s warm welcome upon a figure’s return, comparing the joy to the happiness felt at departure. The wording suggests strong public affection and a ceremonial or notable sending off followed by a cheerful homecoming.
Mr Ramsbone of Sparta purchases the erstwhile R. Bunn estate and plans to move into town next spring. Mr Armstrong, a skilled plow maker, will stay on in the location. The La Crosse Battery reports furloughs and a few sick, now convalescent, with J. C. McCoy among them. Brian Be. Hauz has arrived for a visit and will return to Ragine on Sunday.
Election coverage reports partial tallies with independent candidates active and varied majorities for Republican Union and Tremperaleau districts. State tickets show Bartlett leading. county tickets list Arnold and Gilfillan among others. The Atlantic Monthly note highlights November issue contributors, including Howe and Hay.
A brief bibliographic note listing Geo. D. Martineau Elis D D Edward L. Pierce and James Russell Lowell with terms of $3 per annum. Publisher Ticknor & Fields covers costs, located at 135 Washington Street in Boston.
Ho For the Urar! N. D. Comstock Bny is recruiting agent for the 2nd Wisconsin Cavalry Regiment. Those wishing to enlist can call on him at the County Treasurer's Office.
Correspondence from Camry Benton in St Louis dated October 26 1861 describes discharge from the La Crosse Artillery, travels to Camp Benton, and enlistment intent with the First Iowa Cavalry Regiment. He notes lively St Louis business, reports four to five thousand troops, anticipates field marching next week, and expresses growing enthusiasm for military service.
A fragmentary letter humorously muses on the company of five fine fellows and his will to parade, concluding with a formal invitation to respond. The wording suggests a historical letter with courteous closing and signature Jous B. Srocxrsa.
A private letter from Gustavus Korringer, aged about 16 or 17, describes leaving Camp Randall after October 12, marching nine nights without tents, and fighting at Fredericktown where his side suffered around ten dead and 650 wounded while the enemy lost roughly 450 killed and 100 wounded. He lists regiments involved and notes a late-night 22 mile trek to Pilot Knob before heading toward St. Louis, while observing mild weather and hoping to see his family before spring.
Washington October 1861 observer notes the Massachusetts Twenty-Second arriving in the capital. He praises their arms and discipline, contrasts them with other volunteers, and reflects on what traits make strong soldiers. The piece links heroic hunger for leaders to the Pilgrim legacy and the nation’s needs.
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