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Lincoln library is ready for "ceremonial opening" The Associated Press SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - * The $115 million complex in Springfield, Ill., will eventually include a museum. The library will open to the public early next year. After all the lobbying, political squabbles, design changes and frantic construction, the first part of the Abraham Lincoln Library and Museum is about to open. State and federal officials will gather Monday to cut the ribbon on the library, which will house the state's vast collection of Lincoln documents and artifacts as well as the state's entire historical library. Supporters hope it becomes the nation's top site for Lincoln research. The city hopes the $115 million complex becomes a major tourist attraction when the museum opens in 2004. City leaders plan to celebrate the library and the nation's 16th president throughout the weekend. Actors, artisans and musicians will demonstrate Lincoln-era crafts and music. "We are able to present not only the Lincoln story but the entire history of the state of Illinois in a very wonderful way," said Maynard Crossland, director of the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency. Although the "ceremonial opening" is being held Monday, some work remains to be done on the building, clad in buff Egyptian limestone to match the colors of the Capitol and Old State Capitol. The library won't really open to the public until early next year, probably before Lincoln's Feb. 12 birthday, about two years after construction began. The Lincoln collection has been housed in a cramped office complex built under the Old State Capitol. Key documents are stored in a vault without a fire-suppression system, and less valuable items are left out in the open or crammed into overflowing storage areas. The new library offers twice the storage space - 6.5 miles of shelving in 22,000 square feet. The Lincoln collection will be in climate-controlled rooms. The most important documents will be kept in a high-tech vault with a system for putting out fires by filling the room with inert gases. The idea of building a Lincoln museum and library floated around for years. It really took off when Springfield provided land and money, and Gov. Jim Edgar began lobbying for what was then envisioned to be a $40 million facility. When Gov. George Ryan took office in 1999, he enthusiastically backed the project, which was growing to a price of $115 million in government funds and millions more in private support. But some critics have complained that the federal government's $50 million share amounts to "pork" for members of Illinois' congressional delegation. The National Park Service also has objected to supporting a state-run project from its federal budget. A street-level reading room will let people do research and plug their computers into the library's database. Lights and interior windows are decorated with a prairie-grass design. A fancier, circular reading room will be reserved for the most sensitive documents. Small exhibits will describe plans for the Lincoln museum across the street or highlight some aspect of Lincoln's life. High-tech rooms have been built for conferences and receptions. Desoto Joe/The Record Man

<A HREF="http://www.archives.state.al.us/conoffalb/photo112.html">ADAH: Confederate Officers Album - James Cantey</A> <A HREF="http://www.archives.state.al.us/conoffalb/photo102.html">ADAH: Confederate Officers Album - William Clarke Quantrill</A> Here is a site with many confederate officers on it for the viewing pleasure of the readers. Claiborne Scholl Nappier

Hi, I for one have enjoyed your posting these on MO-CW site. I've enjoyed going and looking at them ... just wish they were of my family as they definetly would be sought after for sentimental value. Lynne Downing searching surnames Reynolds, Jackson, Feland and Robb from Howard Co. In a message dated 11/15/2002 8:41:17 PM Central Standard Time, [email protected] writes: > Hello All, > > Here's another item on Ebay pertaining to Missouri and the Civil War. > It also may be relevant as a piece of family history. Located at: > http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=735945397 is, according > to the seller, "a certificate issued January 28th 1863 at Memphis Tenn. To > Corporal James Poland of the 6th Regiment Missouri Infantry, Captain > Hollisters Co "G". Certificate states Discharge from service by reason of > battle wounds. Poland was an Irish immigrant, age 46." > Again, I am not connected in anyway with the seller. I just want folks > to be aware of what items are up for auction in case the item may be of > sentimental value to someone or may just be another item for a collection. > Hope it helps, >

Hello All, Here's another item on Ebay pertaining to Missouri and the Civil War. It also may be relevant as a piece of family history. Located at: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=735945397 is, according to the seller, "a certificate issued January 28th 1863 at Memphis Tenn. To Corporal James Poland of the 6th Regiment Missouri Infantry, Captain Hollisters Co "G". Certificate states Discharge from service by reason of battle wounds. Poland was an Irish immigrant, age 46." Again, I am not connected in anyway with the seller. I just want folks to be aware of what items are up for auction in case the item may be of sentimental value to someone or may just be another item for a collection. Hope it helps, K.

Capital City Players: "The Civil War" Broadway musical dinner theatre. Evening dinner at 6:30pm (Nov. 15, 16, 22, 23) and Matinee brunch at 12:30pm (Nov. 17, 24). Ramada Inn Stratford Room. Call 573-761-5282. Desoto Joe/The Record Man

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----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2002 8:40 AM Subject: [MO-CW] Urgent Request for Military Information > I have been on this site for a long time, and know that there are several of > you are very learned in military history. I have an urgent request for > direction in research in a quick fashion. > > My father, a veteran of WWII, was wounded in the Philipines and recovered in > Okinawa. When he returned home he did not have 3 of his awards, one was the > Asiatic Pacific Ribbon, another was the Bronze Star. I had not known how > important this was to him, until he asked for my help in getting this from > the Army. I went to his local congressman, Bill Thomas, in Bakersfield,CA. > and his office called last week that it looks like the medals will be in, in > time for Thanksgiving. With all of the family in town, we want to surprise > him with the presentation of these awards by a dignitary. Now here are my > questions for your direction: > As I am preparing a ceremony to honor him, I wanted to put on a slide show > presentation of the events that he went through, to try to educate the > younger generation as to the sacrifices made. I also want to have more > information on his particular unit, and where/when they were. > His military information is: > 10th Army; 7th Division; 32 Infantry; "I" Company; 3rd Batallion; and 2nd > Squad. > At this late date, I won't be able to mail for information. [I had already > done that and he has that. I didn't see it, but he said it wasn't much.] But > I would like to know where I can go on the internet or books to buy that > would help. > I know the Civil War is the specialty on this site, but I felt this was an > emergency, and I needed help "quick"! p.s. Is the bronze star for valor? and > how can I find out what he did to earn it, he is a very modest man. > Thank you very much! > JoAnne Cole > History of the 10th Army The 10th Army was activated in June of 1944, and Lt.Gen. Simon B. Buckner assumed command in September of that year. The 10th Army was made up of the XXIV Army Corps and the III Amphibious Corps (Marines). THe XXIV Army Corps was made up of the 7th and 96th infantry divisoins and was commanded by Maj.Gen. John R. Hodge. The III Amphibious Corps, which was commmanded by Maj.Gen. Roy S. Geiger included the 27th and 77th Infantry Divisions, and the 2nd Marine Division. On April 1, 1945, the 10th Army began the invasion of the Ryukyu Islands, the chief of which is Okinawa. On June 18 of that year, while one a forward observation post, General Buckner was killed by enemy gunfire. Genreal Geiger, the senior officer on the island, assumed command until he was succeded by Gen. Joseph Stilwell. The campaign against the Ryukyu Islands ended on July 2. GENERALS IN CHARGE #1 SIMON BOLIVAR BUCKNER, Jr.: Simon Buckner was born in Kentucky, and graduated from Westpoint 1908. He worked at the academy from 1932 to 1936. In 1940 he was made commander of the Alaskan Defense Force, after which he was promoted to Lt.Gen. Buckner in 1943. He then gained control of the 10th Army for one of the last campaigns of World War II: the invasion of Okinawa on April 1, 1945. On June 18, 1945, he was mortally wounded by a Japaneese artillery shell. GENERALS IN CHARGE #2 ROY STANELY GEIGER (1885-1947): Roy Geiger was a native of Florida, and a graduate of Stetson University. He signed up for the Marines in 1907, and was commissioned in 1909. He became one of the first marine pilots to fly in World War I. He later commanded the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing in the fight for Guadalcanal, and for his preformance in this important World War II battle, he was honored with a Navy Cross. He became the director of Marine Corps Aviation in May 1943, but in December, he returned to the Pacific to command the I Marines Amphibious Corps. In April 1945, Geiger led his troops as a part of the 10th Army in the invasion of Okinawa. When Gen. Bolivar was killed by enenmy gunfire, Geiger assumed brief control of the 10th Army. He was later awarded a Distinguished Service Medal, and in July 1945 he assumed control of Fleet Marine Force, Pacific. GENERALS IN CHARGE #3 WILLIAM MORRIS HODGE: William Hodge was born in 1894. He was an officer in the 9th Armored Division when they siezed the Remagen Bridge (Which is also a level in Medal of Honor: Allied Assault.) accross the Rhine. He was also a veteran of World War II, and an engineer. His engineering corps built the Alaskan Highway in 1942. He was in command of the Provisional Engineer Special Brigade Group, which supported the V Corps at Omaha Beach (Also a level in Medal of Honor: Allied Assault.). He was promoted to Maj.Gen. Hodges on May 2, 1945. He also was part of the 10th Army invasion that captured Okinawa. Go here: http://www.7th-inf-div-assn.com/history.asp http://www.7thinfantry.com/news/news.asp http://www.grunts.net/army/7thid.html BRONZE STAR MEDAL http://www.usarotc.com/medals/bsm.htm ASIATIC-PACIFIC CAMPAIGN MEDAL http://www.rootsweb.com/~utsaltla/111thInf/Medal_AsiaticPacificCampaignMedal .html The book to get: http://www.mtpublishing.com/Internet/mil018.html You may find it cheaper elsewhere. Desoto Joe/The Record Man

Hell-o everyone out there. I am trying to rectify a terrible occurrence. The total and permanent destruction of the Smith Cemetery in Raytown, MO. As many of you know, Smith is where the daughters and sister's who died in the Union Jail Collapse are buried. Those would be Jebez McCorkle, James Lilley and Ferdinand Scott. I have also been made aware that Daniel Boone Scholl was buried there also, mistaken as his cousin Traveler Boone Muir. In fact Boone Muir was buried in the Belton Cemetery in 1913. Boone SCholl and Scott, were killed in a skirmish with the 9th Calvary near Westport, Mo. 17 June 1863. Daniel Boone Scholl, better known as Boon Shull often was shot in the back, with the bullet coming out his belt buckle. The Smith Cemetery is under attack. It has been neglected and the property sold, to a Delaney Construction Company of Olmstead, Kansas City, Missouri. I am seeking help to preserve this cemetery from further destruction. I understand a Mrs. Hurbert Hussey is in possession of the original cemetery map. I am soliciting any help from anyone who would be willing to give an effort to save this Cemetery or at least a part of it. I think this effort will require a consolidated effort. I don't know how important, most of you would feel this effort is, but as the great nephew of Daniel Boone Scholl and the great grandson of George Thomas Scholl, I ask for any help from interested parties. Thanks Claiborne Scholl Nappier Nov. 13th 2002 [email protected]

I sent my reply directly to Jo Anne, but this might be of interest to some more of you. Bob -----Original Message----- From: Bob Meek Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2002 10:17 AM To: '[email protected]' Subject: RE: [MO-CW] Urgent Request for Military Information Dear Jo Anne, It is great that you have gotten the additional medals for your Dad. As a former member of the 7th Division (68-69) I would recommend that you go to the search engine Google.com and type in 7th Infantry Division. That will bring up enough sites to keep you busy for some time. The 7th fought in the Pacific and then went into Japan for occupation and was in Japan when the Korean War broke out, it fought in Korea and remained there until the late 70's when it was brought back to Ft Ord CA. Sometime in the late 80's it was deactivated. As to the Bronze Star. It is awarded only for combat duty, but can be awarded for meritorious service or valor(bravery). There should be a citation with the Medal, but if it is awarded for valor it has a bronze V device attached in the middle of the ribbon part of the medal. I know your Dad will really enjoy his party. I wish all of us would so honor our Dads or Granddads. In their memory, "LEST WE FORGET" Bob Robert H. Meek, JR Colonel, USAR(RET) Former member of the Bayonet Division Hickory, NC Membership Director American World War II Orphans Network Associate Member of the Men of the 57th Bomb Wing Association Proud posthumous son and only child of 2LT Robert H. Meek Copilot of B-25 7Z "Shirley Ann" 487th BS 340th BG 57th BW 12th AF KIA October 19, 1944 over the Magenta Bridge near Milan Italy At eternal rest in the Sicily Rome American Cemetery Nettuno Italy Proud great great grandson of Private William B. Meek C Company 7th Missouri Calvary, Confederate States of America Captured at Helena, Arkansas July 4, 1863 Died of infection from wounds December 23, 1863 at the Federal Prison Alton IL At eternal rest in the Confederate Cemetery Alton IL One PS; to list his military unit correctly it would be: 2nd Squad, x Platoon, I Company, 3rd Battalion/32nd Infantry, 7th Division, 10th Army -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> [SMTP:[email protected]] <mailto:[SMTP:[email protected]]> Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2002 9:41 AM To: [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> Subject: [MO-CW] Urgent Request for Military Information I have been on this site for a long time, and know that there are several of you are very learned in military history. I have an urgent request for direction in research in a quick fashion. My father, a veteran of WWII, was wounded in the Philipines and recovered in Okinawa. When he returned home he did not have 3 of his awards, one was the Asiatic Pacific Ribbon, another was the Bronze Star. I had not known how important this was to him, until he asked for my help in getting this from the Army. I went to his local congressman, Bill Thomas, in Bakersfield,CA. and his office called last week that it looks like the medals will be in, in time for Thanksgiving. With all of the family in town, we want to surprise him with the presentation of these awards by a dignitary. Now here are my questions for your direction: As I am preparing a ceremony to honor him, I wanted to put on a slide show presentation of the events that he went through, to try to educate the younger generation as to the sacrifices made. I also want to have more information on his particular unit, and where/when they were. His military information is: 10th Army; 7th Division; 32 Infantry; "I" Company; 3rd Batallion; and 2nd Squad. At this late date, I won't be able to mail for information. [I had already done that and he has that. I didn't see it, but he said it wasn't much.] But I would like to know where I can go on the internet or books to buy that would help. I know the Civil War is the specialty on this site, but I felt this was an emergency, and I needed help "quick"! p.s. Is the bronze star for valor? and how can I find out what he did to earn it, he is a very modest man. Thank you very much! JoAnne Cole ==== MO-CW Mailing List ==== "The two objects for which the battle of Belmont was fought were fully accomplished. The enemy gave up all idea of detaching troops from Columbus. His losses were very heavy for that period of the war. Columbus was beset by people looking for their wounded or dead kin, to take them home for medical treatment or burial. I learned later, when I had moved further south, that Belmont had caused more mourning than almost any other battle up to that time. The National troops acquired a confidence in themselves at F Belmont that did not desert them through the war." Personal Memoirs of U. S. Grant ============================== To join Ancestry.com and access our 1.2 billion online genealogy records, go to: http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=571&sourceid=1237 <http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=571&sourceid=1237>

JoAnne, To cut through the mass of red tape to get something by Thanksgiving, I would suggest that you contact the commander of the VFW in the nearest city that has a chapter. They have access to the organizations phone and address. The 7th Division does have a national organization. They can help you with a dignitary, and where to write for his military records that would have the citation of the Bronze star. I will alert you that to get that record from the military records holding area will take at least 6-8 weeks. (although this is an emergency for you to have it by thanksgiving, I don't think it will qualify for an emergency at records holding area) But the VFW could help expedited this request for you. This may not be the exact answer you wanted, but it may help lead you in the way to go. Good Luck. Give my regards to your father, as one WW2 vet to a another. Leland ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2002 8:40 AM Subject: [MO-CW] Urgent Request for Military Information > I have been on this site for a long time, and know that there are several of > you are very learned in military history. I have an urgent request for > direction in research in a quick fashion. > > My father, a veteran of WWII, was wounded in the Philipines and recovered in > Okinawa. When he returned home he did not have 3 of his awards, one was the > Asiatic Pacific Ribbon, another was the Bronze Star. I had not known how > important this was to him, until he asked for my help in getting this from > the Army. I went to his local congressman, Bill Thomas, in Bakersfield,CA. > and his office called last week that it looks like the medals will be in, in > time for Thanksgiving. With all of the family in town, we want to surprise > him with the presentation of these awards by a dignitary. Now here are my > questions for your direction: > As I am preparing a ceremony to honor him, I wanted to put on a slide show > presentation of the events that he went through, to try to educate the > younger generation as to the sacrifices made. I also want to have more > information on his particular unit, and where/when they were. > His military information is: > 10th Army; 7th Division; 32 Infantry; "I" Company; 3rd Batallion; and 2nd > Squad. > At this late date, I won't be able to mail for information. [I had already > done that and he has that. I didn't see it, but he said it wasn't much.] But > I would like to know where I can go on the internet or books to buy that > would help. > I know the Civil War is the specialty on this site, but I felt this was an > emergency, and I needed help "quick"! p.s. Is the bronze star for valor? and > how can I find out what he did to earn it, he is a very modest man. > Thank you very much! > JoAnne Cole > > > ==== MO-CW Mailing List ==== > "The two objects for which the battle of Belmont was fought were fully accomplished. The enemy gave up all idea of detaching troops from Columbus. His losses were very heavy for that period of the war. Columbus was beset by people looking for their wounded or dead kin, to take them home for medical treatment or burial. I learned later, when I had moved further south, that Belmont had caused more mourning than almost any other battle up to that time. The National troops acquired a confidence in themselves at F Belmont that did not desert them through the war." > Personal Memoirs of U. S. Grant > > ============================== > To join Ancestry.com and access our 1.2 billion online genealogy records, go to: > http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=571&sourceid=1237 > > >

I have been on this site for a long time, and know that there are several of you are very learned in military history. I have an urgent request for direction in research in a quick fashion. My father, a veteran of WWII, was wounded in the Philipines and recovered in Okinawa. When he returned home he did not have 3 of his awards, one was the Asiatic Pacific Ribbon, another was the Bronze Star. I had not known how important this was to him, until he asked for my help in getting this from the Army. I went to his local congressman, Bill Thomas, in Bakersfield,CA. and his office called last week that it looks like the medals will be in, in time for Thanksgiving. With all of the family in town, we want to surprise him with the presentation of these awards by a dignitary. Now here are my questions for your direction: As I am preparing a ceremony to honor him, I wanted to put on a slide show presentation of the events that he went through, to try to educate the younger generation as to the sacrifices made. I also want to have more information on his particular unit, and where/when they were. His military information is: 10th Army; 7th Division; 32 Infantry; "I" Company; 3rd Batallion; and 2nd Squad. At this late date, I won't be able to mail for information. [I had already done that and he has that. I didn't see it, but he said it wasn't much.] But I would like to know where I can go on the internet or books to buy that would help. I know the Civil War is the specialty on this site, but I felt this was an emergency, and I needed help "quick"! p.s. Is the bronze star for valor? and how can I find out what he did to earn it, he is a very modest man. Thank you very much! JoAnne Cole

High-tech memorial is planned to honor veterans By Chris Carroll Of The Post-Dispatch The veterans' service organizations of Jefferson County have united behind a plan that calls for a high-tech monument to all Jefferson County veterans in the lobby of the county's new administration building in Hillsboro. Plans for the monument were unveiled at a press conference Friday at Jefferson College. Unlike typical veterans memorials, the planned Wall of Honor is not a long list of those killed in action with their names carved in granite. Instead, the monument's physical aspect is composed of a keyboard and a bank of four flat-screen televisions. But the heart of the monument is not the assemblage of electronic gear that will be set up near the entrance of the new administration building, due to open this spring. It's what will be flashing across those four screens every day that will make the Wall of Honor special. The veterans planning the monument want to enter a name, picture and service history for every Jefferson Countian who has served in military uniform - back as far as the American Revolution - into the computer controlling the monument. After an electronic flag-raising each morning, faces and stories will be drawn at random from the computer database and pop up on the screens all day long. Visitors who want to look up a particular veteran need only key in his or her name. David Christian, who envisioned the monument and is leading the drive to build it, said he knew of no similar monument anywhere in the nation. "This is completely original," he said. "We have a unique memorial here. We are leading the nation in this." In the next few months, Christian said he and many others would seek individual, club and corporate donations to help pay the estimated $50,000 bill for the monument. He said building the database of Jefferson County veterans would take even more work than raising the money. "Our plan is to have this in place when the administration building opens," he said. "Obviously, we won't have all the names by then. That's going to take five years." Thus, the veteran agencies are looking for genealogists, data-entry specialists, historians and others to help compile the database. To receive a form to add your name or the name of a relative to the database, write to David S. Christian, 2082 State Road AA, Festus, Mo. 63028, or call Christian at 931-3568. Desoto Joe/The Record Man

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Fort Benton Named to National Register Wayne Countians have long recognized that Fort Benton is an important historic treasure. Now, it has been recognized as a national treasure. The earthen Civil War fort, which is located on a hillside overlooking Patterson, was listed Monday, Oct. 21, on the National Register of Historic Places. It was named a State Historic Site in May 2001. The Wayne County Historical Society was notified of the listing last week. Historical Society president Linda Lunyou received a telephone call from Steve Mitchell, assistant director of the Missouri Historic Preservation Department. The local Historical Society plans to hold a dedication ceremony in the future to officially mark the fort's new status. Lunyou says no date has been set for the ceremony. According to Rose Fulton Cramer's book The History of Wayne County, the fort served as the Union army headquarters in the area. It was also important because it was between the end of the Iron Mountain railroad at Pilot Knob and important towns in Arkansas. By having Fort Benton named an historic site, it ensures the property will be preserved. "No one will be able to destroy it," says Lunyou. "They will also not be able to diminish the fort's historic worth by building near it or digging in it." The Historical Society has been working for about six years to preserve the fort. First, they had a fund-raising drive in order to raise money to purchase the 30 acres of land on which the fort is located. After buying the land, they started working to get it listed as an historic site. "Now that we've accomplished this, the work isn't done," Lunyou said. "It is just beginning. We have many plans." A group of 25 people gathered at Fort Benton Saturday morning to help with a work project. Lunyou says the project was held in conjunction with Prudential Insurance's Global Volunteer Day. The Historical Society coordinated the project with local Prudential agent Debbie Lunyou. "Our project was from 8:30 to 1 p.m.," Lunyou explains. "When we finished, we had lunch at the site." Armed with chain saws and limb cutters, volunteers worked to create a wide walking trail. Several trees were removed. The downed trees were cut up for fire wood and given to some of the workers. "The Royal Rangers made a trail a few years ago," Lunyou explained. "It had grown up. Our project was to remove the undergrowth and widen the path." This is just one of many projects and improvements planned for Fort Benton. "We plan to make the fort into a park," Lunyou explained. An interpretive sign explaining the history of Fort Benton will be erected at some point in the future." "We also want to connect Fort Benton with the other Civil War forts in the region," Lunyou continued. "We would like for Fort Benton to become a tourist attraction." Long range goals include building a museum somewhere in the Patterson area to house artifacts from the Civil War and from Wayne County's history. The Historical Society also wants to create an historic district in Patterson. Wayne County's Historical Society has a small museum now. It is located on the second flood of the old school in Patterson. Officials say a new, larger museum would meet their needs and be more accessible to the public. The Historical Society says it would like to have a building that is handicap accessible and one that enables the climate to be regulated to preserve artifacts. Museum items need to be kept at a constant temperature. Fort Benton was built in March 1861 on Fort Hill in Patterson. Today the fort is heavily overgrown with brush and small trees. A dirt road winds its way around the hill to the fort. The road is part of the old military road. It is basically a big hole in the ground. The fort was dug by Union soldiers. They would dig the dirt and throw it over their shoulders until they had a pile of dirt high enough to make a wall. The inside berm was higher than the outer wall. Officials say it is in a good state of preservation. It has been said it is in as good of shape as Fort Davidson in Pilot Knob. During the Civil War, the hillside was not covered with trees. The hill had been cleared to provide a better field of view. From the fort, the soldiers had a view from each direction. Fort Benton is relatively small. The fort is approximately 100 square feet. There was a garrison of about 60 men, the Third Missouri Calvary, Missouri State Militia, at Fort Benton at all times. All of the troops were not at the fort at one time. They camped on the ground where the Patterson Community Center is now located. At times there were as many as 600 Union troops garrisoned at the fort. Their parade grounds were located where the cemetery is now. Two battles and several skirmishes were fought at the fort. Several famous and infamous names are associated with activities that occurred at the fort. Captain W.T. Leeper led many of the patrols and expeditions from the fort. Confederate General Sterling Price's name is also connected with Fort Benton. He led one of the raids on the fort in 1864. The first Battle of Patterson was fought in April 1861. Union Colonel Edwin Smart was forewarned of a large-scale Confederate calvary raid, commanded by General John S. Marmaduke. Colonel Smart was able to load wagons with weapons, equipment and provisions. He set fire to what could not be hauled away and escaped to Pilot Knob. The second battle of Patterson was fought Sept. 22, 1864. A strong Confederate force attacked and destroyed much of the town, including the fort. Confederate General Joseph Shelby wrote in his report about the battle, "I pushed on then rapidly for Patterson, destroying on the way the bloody rendezvous of the notorious (Captain) Leeper, and on the morning of the 22nd I surrounded and charged in upon the town. Its garrison, hearing of my advance, retreated hastily but not before many were captured and killed, and some supplies were taken. All of the government part of Patterson was destroyed, together with its strong and ugly fort." Fort Benton is not the only site in Patterson that the Historical Society wants to preserve. They want to create an historic district that will include 15 sites. Areas targeted include the Union Army parade grounds, the crossroads area, The Wayne County Historical Society building, the William Patterson home, the Veterans' Memorial, the Old Presbyterian Church, "Mom's Farm," the Bank of Patterson, Isbell's Store, and Adams Hotel. http://www.waynecojournalbanner.com/Story%203.html Desoto Joe/The Record Man

Jefferson County Leader Hillsboro, Jefferson, Missouri FRIDAY, 3 MAY 1867 A NEW JUDGE - Hon. Anton YERGER, of Rock Township, Colonel of the Jefferson county militia, has received and accepted the appointment of associate justice of the County court filling the vacancy caused by the resignation of Judge Isaac SULLENS. Judge YERGER is a German of fine education excellent business ability, and an earnest friend of internal improvements. His high moral character and sound judgement guarantee that he is the "right man in the right place,' and his Excellency the Governor is entitled to the thanks of the people for the excellent selection he has made. Sent in by Charlotte M. Maness Desoto Joe/The Record Man

Hello All, Located at Ebay is an Enrolled Missouri Militia Document and the description provided by the seller is as follows: "Dated Dec., 1862 - Document for the Enrolled Missouri Militia for Subsistance and Quartermaster Stores during the last quarter of 1862." It looks like Montineau Township, Howard County is mentioned on the paper as well as both Howard and Randolph Counties together. Looks like among the last names that I can read from the scan are Pipes, Phillips, Kirby, Fisher, Tompson, Jackman, Petty. I can't be sure though. You can find the item at: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=734190945 Hope this may be a nice piece for someone related to the soldiers mentioned, K.

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Hi, I am new to this list. I am looking for CLARKS that lived in the Southern Mo area, maybe around 1890-1910. I have been told they moved from Tn to Ark To Mo. The names of some of these are: MARK ANTHONY DICK CLARK, B. 1867, TN.; HERMAN SWANEY CLARK, b. 1902, Ark; HATTIE MAE CARTER CLARK, b.1904; FAITHY HUTCHISON, b. 1867; JAMES RICHARD CLARK, b. 1841, his wife, SOPHIA (GANT) (JIMMIE) CLARK, b. 1843, . Other family members I am researching are:: LANE, HARRISON, LATIMER, HUNNICUTT, CARTER, MILLER, BOTTS, WOODWARD, DORRIS, KELLY,and many more. Any help appreciated. Linda Harrison Clark, Bethpage, Tn For God so Loved the World, that he gave his only Son. --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? U2 on LAUNCH - Exclusive medley & videos from Greatest Hits CD

Jefferson Democrat Hillsboro, Jefferson, Missouri WEDNESDAY, 29 MARCH 1888 The contest for the postoffice at House's Springs is getting to be a serious affair. Last week the postmaster, I.E.C. WILSON, was arrested by a U.S. Marshal, and taken to St. Louis to answer to a charge of demanding and receiving an illegal fee in a pension case. Wilson assisted a man named HENSON, in proving up his claim and getting his pension, and was paid a large amount out of the first payment HENSON received. WILSON claims that the money paid him by HENSON was not in the nature of a fee at all, but was a return of money advanced and paid out from time to time for HENSON. HENSON puts quite a different phase upon the matter, and people are divided, each side believing just what they would prefer should be true. Sent in by Charlotte M. Maness Desoto Joe/The Record Man