The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, May 22, 1862 Volume 3, Number 35 NEWS Fire! Fire! On Sunday evening a frame stable in the eastern portion of town, in the occupancy of Mr. Benjamin Williams, together with its contents, including a quantity of hay and a cow was totally destroyed by fire. Owing to the extreme dryness of the atmosphere for several days previous, it was for a time feared that the adjacent buildings would become involved in the destruction, but this impression was happily dissipated by the Herculean efforts of those present to stay the progress of the flames. The “Skwist,” as is usual in such cases, was on hand in an incredibly abbreviated space of time and after a lapse of diverse minutes, during which hiatus she (a “Skwist” is feminine – ain’t it?) was revivified by several applications of lubricator and manual labor, succeeded in pouring an inch stream of water upon the charred embers and the bystanders, more especially of the latter, however, extinguishing both instantly. Since this brilliant performance we expect and confidently hope to hear nothing more said as to the propriety of procuring a new engine for the use and behoof of this great and growing borough of ours. Where would be the use, you know! About Cresson Springs In the editorial chit-chat of that deservedly popular publication, GODEY’S LADY’S BOOK, for June, we find the following complimentary mention of the celebrated summer resort, Cresson Springs, this county. It would appear that the writer had been enjoying the hospitality of that excellent institution, the Logan House, Altoona, for a season, subsequent to which he took occasion to pay his devoirs a little further up the Mountain. With this result: “After having spent a week or more with our friends, the Millers (at the Logan House), jump into the cars in the morning and go over to Cresson, less than an hour’s ride; away you go up the mountains at a speed equal to the level; and here you witness one of the most splendid specimens of engineering in the world, crossing a mountain in a rail road car, hitherto thought impossible, until the Pennsylvania Rail Road Company, determined to conquer every obstacle, “went and did it.” Arriving near the summit you go through a tunnel and then comes your descent on the other side. Cresson Springs is soon reached and here you have Art and Nature combined – a splendid hotel seated in the midst of the woods, admirable springs, one of the pure water surrounded by almost a field of rhododendrons, which when in bloom add peculiar beauty to the scene. At a short distance from the house, through a beautiful walk winding through the woods is the mineral spring celebrated the country round. Mr. G. W. Mullin is the courteous proprietor of the hotel and those who have once paid him a visit need no other recommendation. The Cresson is a large house and is surrounded by cottages for families who wish to live out the bustle of the hotel. We have not forgotten our bread and butter days and therefore think that when these articles are good and Mr. Mullin has them in perfection any one need not starve; but it is not only bread and butter that you get at the Cresson, for there is the mountain mutton which this house is celebrated for, but why particularize? Everything that the Philadelphia market affords and some things that it does not are found here in perfection. The scenery surroundings are majestic and beautiful and a sojourn of this mountain house in the summer months is something akin to an earthly paradise.” It is evident from this that Mr. Godey is a gentleman of taste and discernment and well qualified to judge of the truly grand and beautiful in Art and Nature. He should visit Ebensburg the next time he comes up this way. >From the Cambria Regiment Sir John’s Run, Va., Balt. & Ohio RR. May 7, 1862 We had thought that ere this time the 54th regiment would be before the batteries at Yorktown, but still we are here. Gen. Shields was making application to have us transferred to his command and we felt certain that it would have some good effect. But late advices say that Gen. Shields has been made a Major General and we suppose that he has forgotten us in the press of official business. Still we hope for the best. Judging from the tone of the letters some of our men receive from home, nothing short of the blood of the 54th will satisfy a portion of the citizens of Cambria county. Most of these letters, however, come from “stout, able bodied young men,” who prefer staying snugly at home to running the risk of getting into an engagement where bullets might whistle around them. Some of these chaps were very fond of saying, before the war broke out, that in case of hostilities between the North and South, there were ready to go in; but when the issue presented itself, they were not quite so ready. They now amuse themselves by writing letters to their friends in the army wondering why they don’t get into a fight! Now, these things are decidedly tantalizing to soldiers who are willing to fight, but have had, as yet, no opportunity offered them. We have all taken a solemn oath to obey the orders of the officers placed over us and if they see fit to put us where we cannot shed somebody’s blood, neither have our own spilt, we cannot help it. Those persons who write such letters not only make for themselves enemies here, but also show their utter ignorance of military affairs. A soldier may and often does, make for himself a reputation and not fight a single battle. Wars last for years sometimes, with but few battles being fought. It is not the design of our government to kill and have killed as many men as possible, but rather to save the effusion of blood. Again: An army is pushed forward into the enemy’s country. Their rear must be protected and their lines of communication kept open so as to enable them to draw supplies. Somebody must guard the roads and who shall it be? This question is determined by the Commander-in-Chief and those who are ordered to do it must obey. Now, we have been placed here to guard the Balt. & Ohio RR., along with the New York, Maine and Massachusetts troops under the command of an officer of the Regular army. Government must keep open the lines of communication and for the time being we have been assigned to that duty. Whose fault is it? Col. Campbell’s? The men’s? We answer, No! and the letter book of the Regiment, in my possession, will show it. Suppose we are kept upon this duty until the war ends, will it be our fault? Certainly not. There is not a man in the regiment that I know of who desires to remain here. But again: These gentlemen who are so very anxious for us to get into a fight, and who pen insulting letters to our men, should reflect and remember that they once boasted that they were “ready to shoulder a musket,” but that when the time came they showed the white feather and did not “shoulder a musket” or anything else. I, for myself, have no desire to lose either my life or any of my limbs, yet I believe I am far more willing to run the risk of doing either than these fancy “stay-at-home-letter-writers.” Time alone will solve our fate – whether the 54th will ever get into a battle or not. We are sworn to obey orders and I believe we have carried out every order given us so far and mean to do so until the war ends. I do know, however, that the receipt of an order, directing us to report to General Shields or any other General, will be hailed with delight. We hope yet to let the people of Cambria and Somerset see that our being held back was not our fault. If it is blood they want, we feel like satisfying them to the full extent of our power. But we would say to them, that perhaps, if they would address the Secretary of War, they might have some influence in getting us out for a target for Rebel balls! [Signed] Horace >From Our Volunteers Camp near Falmouth, Va. May 11, 1862 Our brigade marched from Manassas Junction on Friday morning, 18th ult. After proceeding a short distance we struck the Orange and Alexandria Railroad on which we marched until about one o’clock P. M., when the order came to “Halt!” We encamped in a large flat field, a quarter of a mile from Catlett Station and some ten miles from Manassas. Warrenton Junction is three miles further on, a branch railroad to the town of Warrenton intersecting the main road at that point. The most interesting occurrence that transpired while we remained at Catlett was the appearance in our midst of the genial countenance of Maj. Gideon Ball, our Paymaster. He paid off our regiment on Saturday, the day after our arrival. We remained at this place ten days, leaving early on Monday morning, 28th ult. Co. A was detailed as rear-guard of the brigade. The duty of the rear-guard is to pick up all stragglers and bring them along. On several occasions during the day, we had the extreme pleasure of up-righting wagons, extricating the same from mud holes and pushing them up steep hills and in one instance we were obliged to pull a wagon a considerable distance, the horses having emphatically refused to perform that duty! The distance traveled this day was twelve miles but seemed twice that long to the rear-guard. Bright and early next morning we were again ordered to fall in. The Eleventh, this time, had the honor of being right in front of the brigade. (The Eleventh, by the way, has gained the reputation of being the best traveling regiment in the division). We halted at 10 A. M. to eat our dinner and rest for a short time. It is a highly picturesque sight to see a brigade on the march at the dinner hour. After the arms have been stacked and knapsacks thrown aside, in less than five minutes, as if by magic, a thousand or more little fires spring up, here, there, and everywhere and fifteen minutes later, you see every man with a cup of hot, smoking coffee to his lips. After an hour’s intermission the line was again put in motion. We succeeded in reaching our destination – Falmouth - at 4 P. M. when the brigade marched through the town with colors flying and the bands playing. The “darkeys” appeared excessively pleased at our debut in their midst and fabulous quantities of ivory were displayed from behind grinning sooty faces in approval of our entire proceedings. Falmouth has, or had, a population of about one thousand inhabitants. There is a large cotton mill here at present in full tide of successful operation. Prior to the war, the town was a brisk enough one and considerable business done, but it is now rather “under the cloud.” The city of Fredericksburg is on the opposite side of the river – the Rappahannock. Three bridges, one a railroad bridge, connected the two points but were burned by the Rebels on their evacuation of the city. On the 2d inst., a bridge of canal boats was improvised by our force and Gen. M’Dowell and staff crossed the river and took military possession of the city. Fredericksburg is a most beautiful city, well laid out and clean, with a population of fifteen thousand. It at one time enjoyed a large shipping trade and is at the head of tide-water. There is but one paper published here at present – a small Union sheet called THE CHRISTIAN BANNER, edited by J. W. Hunnicutt. It was suppressed by the Rebel authorities on the 9th May, 1861, and precisely one year to the day thereafter, it again made its appearance, the first number being issued on Friday last. It is strongly for the Union and denounces Jeff Davis and his deluded followers in the most bitter terms. The male population of the place are generally for the Stars and Stripes but some of the women are not quite so loyal in their sentiments. The poor white population are not half as intelligent as the same class in the North and many of them do not even know the cause of the war now being waged between the two sections! [Signed] W Promotions in Co. A., Eleventh Regiment Second Lieut. James Burke has been promoted to be First Lieutenant in steed of Lieut. R. A. M’Coy, lately promoted to the Adjutantship of the regiment; Sergt. R. M. Jones promoted to be Second Lieutenant; and Second Sergeant Daniel J. Jones promoted to be Orderly Sergeant. These gentlemen are all from this place and vicinity and were among the first to enroll their names in the muster roll of the company in which they belong. We wish them individually and collectively all manner of success in their advancement. For the Soldiers A box, containing a variety of articles of wear as well sundry little delicacies not usually found in a soldier’s fare, were shipped hence to Co. A., Eleventh regiment (the Cambria Guards) by the Ladies’ Hose Association last week. The Ladies are doing nobly – all honor to them! MARRIAGES Young-Holden Married on Thursday morning, 15th inst., at the residence of A. Bedilion, Esq., near Wheeling, Va., by the Rev. Mr. Clark, Mr. W. W. Young of Cresson, Penna., to Miss J. A. Holden of Wheeling, Va. -------------------------------------------------------------------- DEATHS A Cambria County Soldier Dead Mr. Griffith Evans, of Cambria township, this county, died at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Philadelphia, last week, after a severe and protracted illness. The deceased enlisted in the “Cambria Guards” upon their departure hence almost a year ago and during the intervening period when not prostrated by illness has served in the ranks of that company. He was an estimable young man and highly spoken of by his companions in arms. His remains were brought home on Sunday and on Monday interred in Lloyd Cemetery, whither they were followed by a large concourse of relatives and friends. The deceased was probably twenty-five years of age and unmarried. Peace to his ashes! M’Pike Died at the residence of her father, Hon. Geo. W. Easly, in Johnstown, on Friday, 16th inst., Mary Easly M’Pike, wife of Henry A. M’Pike, Esq., in the 33rd year of her age. Adair Died in Greenville, Indiana county, on Sunday, 11th, inst., Miss H. S. Adair, aged 25 years. _________________________________________________________________ Get more done, have more fun, and stay more connected with Windows Mobile®. http://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/119642556/direct/01/

The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, May 15, 1862 Volume 3, Number 34 NEWS Appointed We are glad to learn that our good friend, Mr. Wm. W. Young has been appointed Post Master at Cresson, this county, vice John J. Troxell. He will make a model official. Accident We learn from the TELEGRAPH that a man named Myers from Johnstown belonging to the Silver Grays, fell and broke his right leg in Harrisburg one day last week. He was immediately attended by a physician and is now doing as well as could be expected under the circumstances. “A Brick!” A couple of weeks since we made mention of the bravery displayed by Rolla N. Evans, a former Cambrian, at the battle of Pittsburg Landing, and we take great pleasure in adding the following complimentary confirmation, extracted from the war correspondence of a Bloomington, Illinois paper: “R. N. Evans, formerly 1st sergeant of Co. G., (20th Illinois) and lately promoted to be 1st Lieutenant of Co. I for gallantry at Fort Donelson and who had not yet received his commission was fighting gallantly in Co. C. When our color sergeant fell badly wounded, Rolla seized the colors and bore them bravely aloft, shaking them defiantly at the enemy until he fell badly wounded in the ankle. Rolla is a “brick,” sure and the boys of Co. C hate to lose him.” Twelfth Penna. Cavalry This regiment to which is attached the company recently recruited in this county by Capt. Wm. Linton, has been fully organized and the regimental officers commissioned by Gov. Curtin. Lewis B. Pierce, of Bradford County, is Colonel in place of Wm. Frishmuth, displaced. The regiment is now probably at Washington having gone thitherward from Philadelphia a few days since. Fifty-Fourth Penna. Vols. The Fifty-Fourth regiment, Col. Campbell, as we learn by a communication from our friend, “Horace,” is still stationed along the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad, the headquarters being at Sir John’s Run. The letter will appear in the next issue. ------------------------------------------------------------------ MARRIAGES Thomas-Tobb Married in this place on Tuesday morning, 13th inst., by the Rev. Mr. Mitchell, Mr. John D. Thomas to Miss Lizzie Todd, both of Ebensburg. Just so! We are all posted to the effect that – “Marriage, rightly understood, Gives to the tender and the good A Paradise below.” Wherefore our friend John and his bonnie bride have done well. For - to use a Sparrowgrassical expression - a Paradise is “a handy thing to have in any house.” And few, under the circumstances should afford to be without one. ------------------------------------------------------------------- DEATHS Dillon A young man named Dillon, son of Samuel Dillon, of Susquehanna twp., this county, died at the hospital in Washington city last Thursday. The deceased belong to Co. A., 11th Penna. Reserves. Letter from Johnstown Johnstown, May 13, 1862 Deeming a few local items from this neck o’ timber not unacceptable I send you the following: On Friday last a child whose parents reside near the canal basin, wandered to the brink of the water and falling in, was drowned before aid could be rendered. The mother, attracted by its cries was the first to discover her child’s situation but powerless to save, she saw her darling go down before her very eyes. Her frantic cries soon brought assistance, but all efforts to resuscitate the body, which was recovered shortly, were without avail. A lad name Smith, while attempting to cross the “iron bridge” the other day was caught by the cow catcher of a freight engine and fatally injured. The boy’s sense of hearing, it appears, is somewhat defective and just after getting on the bridge the train came round the curve. The engineer sounded the alarm whistle and tried to check the train but failed. The cow catcher tripped up the boy who fell backward and strange to say retained a position thereupon until the train stopped when he rolled off and fell into the river below. He received injuries which he cannot survive. [Signed] E _________________________________________________________________ Proud to be a PC? Show the world. Download the “I’m a PC” Messenger themepack now. hthttp://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/119642558/direct/01/

The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, May 8, 1862 Volume 3, Number 33 NEWS Cut His Throat We learn from the Harrisburg TELEGRAPH that an old soldier named Samuel Routh, one of the “Silver Grays,” while laboring under the influence of liquor, attempted to commit suicide in Harrisburg one night last week by cutting his throat. The result of his effort has not transpired. At Home John Lister, a private in Co. C, 19th regular infantry who was wounded in the leg at the battle of Pittsburg Landing is now at home in Jackson township, this county, on furlough. His wound is painful but not dangerous. Promoted Robert Jones, formerly of this place, who enlisted as a private in the 12th regular infantry during the winter, has been promoted to a Lieutenancy. Bully for him! Register’s Notice Notice is hereby given that the following Accounts have been passed and filed in the Register’s Office at Ebensburg and will be presented for confirmation and allowance to the Orphans’ Court of Cambria county, on Wednesday, the 4th day of June next, to wit: The account of Rachel Magehan, Administratrix of Demetrius Magehan, deceased. The first Account of Francis Devlin, Administrator of Patrick Gole, deceased. The first and final Account of Isaac Harshberger, Administrator of Jacob Fye, dec’d. The Account of Isaac Harshberger and Eva Hoffman, Administrators of Jacob Hoffman, deceased. The Account of William Roberts, Administrator of Levi Roberts, deceased. The Account of Solomon Dumm, Executor of Thomas Dumm, deceased. The final Account of Charles Bilestine, Administrator of William Beirley, deceased. The final Account of Peter Strittmatter, one of the Executors of Ignatius Koontz, dec’d. The first and final Account of John Lloyd, Administrator of David Sharp, deceased. The Account of Moses B. Miller and John Miller, Administrators of Jonas Yoder, dec’d. The final Account of Airwine Metz, Guardian of the minor children of Susannah Farner, deceased. The partial Account of A. C. Mullin, Esq., Administrator of Charles N. Peary, dec’d. The first Account of Mary Hite, Administratrix of John Hite, deceased. The second Account of Joseph Miller, Executor of Robert Flinn, deceased. The Account of H. Kinkead, Administrator of Conrad Rager, deceased. E. F. Lytle, Register Register’s Office, May 3, 1862 The Silver Grays Disbanded! This somewhat celebrated company, composed principally of men averaging sixty years of age from this county who have been performing guard duty at Camp Curtin and the State Arsenal at Harrisburg during the past winter were mustered out or the United States service on Wednesday of last week. The order to this effect came direct from the War Department. We are not informed as to the prime cause of this singular procedure but presume it must have been all sufficient, at least in the eyes of “the powers that be.” We may be pardoned for saying, however, that it strikes us as being exceeding bad policy to have authorized the formation of this company and accepted their services only, after the trouble and expense of organizing had been experienced, to cut loose from them altogether. Cannot our friend and correspondent, “High Private,” shed a few rays of light on the subject through the medium of communication? Honors to Pennsylvania Regiments The following order was issued from the Headquarters of the Pennsylvania militia last week: [General Order No. 21] Harrisburg, April 30, 1862 In acknowledgement of the gallantry of the Seventy-seventh Regiment of Infantry, Pennsylvania volunteers, Colonel F. S. Stambaugh, commanding at Shiloh, Tennessee, and of the First Regiment of Cavalry, Pennsylvania volunteers, Colonel George D. Bayard, commanding at Falmouth, Va., it is ordered that “Shiloh, April 7th, 1862,” shall be inscribed on the flag of the Seventy-seventh Regiment of Infantry and that “Falmouth, April 18th, 1862” be inscribed on the flag of the First Regiment of Cavalry and that this order be read at the head of all the regiments of Pennsylvania volunteers. By order of A. G. Curtin Gov. and Commander-in-Chief DEATHS Sad Accident An accident of a shocking nature occurred near Carrolltown, this county, on Thursday of last week, by which a brother of the religious order of Saint Benedict was killed. It appears that the unfortunate man had occasion to visit a coal bank on the premises of the fraternity and while inside a huge mass of coal became detached from the main body and falling upon him, crushed him to death. When discovered, life was extinct, and it is supposed that death had ensued almost instantly. Wm. W. Ivory Again We are gratified to learn that this gentleman, a notice of whose death in battle prematurely appeared in these columns some weeks since, has been promoted to a Lieutenancy for gallant conduct at the battle of Pittsburg Landing. Mr. I. was originally a native of this county and he has many friends here who will be glad to hear this announcement of his preferment. Success attend him, say we! _________________________________________________________________ Access your email online and on the go with Windows Live Hotmail. http://windowslive.com/Explore/Hotmail?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_hotmail_acq_access_112008

The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, May 1, 1862 Volume 3, Number 32 NEWS Appointed George Tiley has been appointed Mail Messenger at Hemlock, this county, in place of Henry Reuseh. About a Cambrian The Johnstown TRIBUNE of last week contains the following extract from a Bloomington, Illinois paper, making honorable mention of a former Ebensburger, Rolla N. Evans, in connection with the battle of Pittsburg Landing: “Rolla N. Evans, late Orderly Sergeant of Capt. Pullen’s company, having been promoted for gallant conduct at Fort Donelson, to be 1st Lieutenant of Co. I, 20th Illinois, received his commission a short time before the battle, but when the attack was made on Sunday, having not yet reported himself for duty as lieutenant, he shouldered his musket and fought with this old company. He received a severe wound in the foot. The Echo The press, type and fixtures of the Johnstown ECHO establishment, we learn from the TRIBUNE, have been purchased by Mr. J. B. Sansom, late of the Fulton DEMOCRAT who has removed them to Indiana, Penna., with the intention of issuing shortly there from a newspaper of the Democratic persuasion. Prison Life: Advertisement Prison Life in the Tobacco Warehouse at Richmond By a Balls’ Bluff Prisoner, Lieut. Wm. C. Harris of Col. Baker’s California Regiment. Contents: Chap. I From Ball’s Bluff to Richmond Chap. II Our Prison Chap. III A Day in the Officers’ Prison Chap. IV A Day in the Privates’ Prison Chap. V Pursuits and Pastimes Chap VI Prison Incidents Chap. VII Sunday in Prison Chap VIII Our Jailer Chap. IX Our Visitors Chap. X Richmond Prison Association Chap. XI Prison Companions Chap. XII Homeward Bound Preface: These sketches were written to lessen the tedium of my lengthy imprisonment; and if they serve to recall to my prison companions the scenes enacted in the old Warehouse and enlist the interest and sympathies of the reader, they will have accomplished all that is desired by the publication of them. With the exception of “Homeward Bound,” they were all written within prison walls and brought to the North sewn securely in the lining of an overcoat. I confidently trust to my brother officers for their testimony as to the fidelity of this, the description of our “domestic economy,” and the accuracy of detail in the varied incidents in our prison life in the Tobacco Warehouse. Philade., March 25, 1862 W. C. H. Complete in one volume, price 50 cents, or handsomely bound in cloth, 75 cents. For Sale by A. A. Barker, Ebensburg, Pa. >From Our Volunteers Camp at Manassas Junction, Va. April 15, 1862 On Sunday evening, 15th March, we arrived at Alexandria, and took up our quarters on a hill densely covered with a second growth of small white oak. This was quite a desirable place for camping, as wood and water were abundant. We were to have shipped from this point on the following Tuesday and gone up the James River, but in consequence of some change in the programme, we didn’t. We remained at Alexandria for nearly four weeks awaiting orders to ship. The First brigade, Gen. Reynolds, of our division on Wednesday took the cars and were sent to Manassas Junction. We got orders to follow on Friday morning, also per railroad, but on starting we ascertained that we were not to go to the cars, but per contra, over the “shoe leather route,” as the soldiers call it, or on foot. As you probably are aware there is a vast difference between riding in a railroad car and marching on foot on a warm day with sixty or seventy pounds avoirdupois strapped to one’s shoulders, so you may be sure the change in our behalf was not in the least relished by the boys. However we packed up and were in line at 7 A. M. when we received the order, “forward!” We marched steadily all day, passing through Fairfax Court House (which was, no doubt, a very pleasant village before the war, of perhaps six or seven hundred inhabitants, but now looking considerably dilapidated) and encamped for the night about three miles further on and within three miles of Centreville. Recommenced the march at six o’clock A. M. and reached the latter place at seven. The town itself does not amount to much, but its location is excellent, the face of the country being extremely level. The Rebels had no considerable fortifications here, other than a long line of earthworks thrown up in front of the village, commanding the road and all the adjacent country, neither do I think they had many guns mounted. I noticed what I supposed to be guns of the largest caliber but upon closer inspection they proved to be nothing but large maple logs shaped so as to resemble cannon! There must have been quite a large army wintered here as the country for miles around is covered with encampments. Their quarters, too, were greatly superior to ours, the huts being large and well constructed. At about noon we crossed the Stone Bridge over Bull Run, where the memorial battle of the 21st of July commenced. The stream is not broad but very deep and rapid. We stopped here to eat and rest and used some of the water to make our coffee. After resting a short time we again got into line and arrived at Manassas Junction about three o’clock. We encamped a short distance from the railroad station where we remained until Monday morning. We then moved a quarter of a mile further back where the ground was more dry with plenty of wood and water. There is now nothing to be seen of the village of Manassas save the charred and blackened ruins of the houses. The country like that around Centreville is level. Not far from the Junction there is a large graveyard where over two hundred Rebel soldiers are buried. On Sunday your correspondent, in company with several others, visited the Bull Run battlefield, lying in a north western direction from Manassas and about four miles distant. The battle field is about a mile square, intersected with numerous ravines and covered with small hills and surrounded by dense thickets of stunted pine and oak. The most notable spot to be seen is where the Ellsworth Fire Zouaves were charged upon by the Black Horse Cavalry. This took place on the knob of a hill and where the Rebel Horse fell can easily be distinguished by a long line of horses’ bones left bleaching in the sun. Just below the scene of the charge, a number of the Fire Zouaves are buried, or rather, left to lie where they fell, with a little dirt thrown over them! I saw the bones of several of them protruding from the mold and I assure you it was a most horrid spectacle. We were told by an old negress, whose house stood near by, that Rebel soldiers and particularly the Georgians, used to visit the battlefield and through hated of the Zouaves, pry their bodies out of the graves! The negress, who was quite intelligent, also gave us a full history of the battle from its commencement to its end. She pointed out where the Rebel batteries were placed, the position of the troops and the routs by which Johnson brought up the reinforcements that decided the fate of the battle. We returned to camp in the evening. Bernard Farabaugh, a member of Co. A., died last week at Alexandria Hospital of typhoid fever. [Signed] W The Eleventh Regiment, P. R. C. A couple of weeks since we noticed that Captain Porter of Co. B. had been elected Major of the Eleventh Penna. Reserves, vice Maj. Litzinger, resigned. In consequence of some informality in the proceedings, however, this election was set aside and another ordered to be held. This latter election came off recently and resulted in the election of Adjt. Johns as Major. The adjutantship being thus made vacant, Lieut. Robert A. M’Coy, of our own Cambria Guards, was promoted to that important position. We tender these gentlemen our congratulations, feeling sure that the high trust reposed in them will prove to have been not misplaced. To our fellow townsman, Adjt. M’Coy, particularly, we would say, in the language of Pumblechook to Pip in Great Expectation, “Thank Fortune, and may she ever pick out her favorites with equal judgment.” Nineteenth Regular Infantry From a letter written by the Surgeon of the above regiment to the Philadelphia PRESS, we extract the following complimentary mention of Company C, Capt. Williams: ”We arrived at Savannah at 10 P. M. (Sunday) and were placed on board a steamer and towed up the river eight miles to Pittsburg Landing. We marched from the boat during a shower of rain and a heavy cannonading from the gunboats at 3 A. M. on Monday morning. We reposed on our arms, in line of battle until 7 A. M. and then entered the woods. Our division was in the centre of the line and bore the brunt of the battle. After the first fire I lost sight of my regiment in the smoke * * * I did not see my regiment again until noon, when Capt. T. C. Williams, of Company C and Lewis Snyder, first lieutenant, led their men into the heart of three blazing batteries and captured them. I saw this and felt proud to be with such a commander.” Capt. Williams and Lieut. Snyder are both Pennsylvanians and their company is composed almost exclusively of the hardy mountaineers of Little Cambria. We are glad to hear this flattering report of the prowess of “our boys” from such competent authority. DEATHS Dr. Chas. Walter We clip the following announcement from the Baltimore SUN of a recent date: Died of consumption at the dwelling of his mother, 199 Biddle Street, near Ross, on the 21st, April, Dr. Chas. Walter, aged 28 years, 9 months and 2 days. The deceased was well and favorably known in this section. He formerly resided in Summitville, this county, where he practiced the profession of medicine. Upon leaving there, several years since, he returned to Baltimore where he resided up to the period of his death. He passed the heated term at Cresson, last summer, in quest of health – alas! without avail. Peace to his ashes! Bernard Farabaugh Bernard Farabaugh, a member of Co. A., died last week at Alexandria Hospital of typhoid fever. [As reported by W. in his Letter from our Volunteers, dated Manassas Junction, Va., April 15, 1862, in reference to the Cambria Guards printed in this edition of The Alleghanian] _________________________________________________________________ Proud to be a PC? Show the world. Download the “I’m a PC” Messenger themepack now. hthttp://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/119642558/direct/01/

The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, April 24, 1862 Volume 3, Number 31 NEWS Cambrians in the Battle of Pittsburg Landing By letters received here we learn that Co. C., Capt. Williams, 19th regular infantry, composed almost wholly of Cambrians – participated it the above engagement and covered themselves with glory. Three of their number are reported wounded, viz.: John Lister, in the leg; Cyrus Metzler, in the hip; ---M’Govern, in the head. The two first named were but slightly hurt but the other is seriously injured and will scarcely recover. The 19th regiment belongs to Gen. M’Cook’s division. The “Cambria County Spy” Turns Up Again! His capture by, Adventures with and Escape from the Rebels! Our readers may recollect an account published in these columns some ten or eleven months since concerning the adventures at Pensacola and Fort Pickens, Fla., of a young man named Joseph A. Kerbey, son of Geo. W. Kerbey, Esq., the worthy agent of the Pennsylvania Railroad Company at Wilmore, this county. Young Kerbey, it will be remembered, entered the Rebel lines at the former place in the dangerous capacity of a Federal spy and after obtaining much valuable information regarding the strength of the enemy, their fortifications, guns, etc., successfully made his escape to Fort Pickens, where he communicated the essential facts to the commandant of the post. Returning to New York shortly after, Mr. Kerbey came on home and spent some time with his friends. A life of inactivity being foreign to his nature, however, he took an early occasion to shape his steps for Washington city with the intention of finding employment in the army of the Potomac. Since that period no tidings whatever have been heard of him, until about two weeks ago, his father received the gratifying intelligence that he had just affected his escape from the Rebels at Cumberland Gap and was on his way home! His appearance in proper person in due course of time dispelled all doubts as the truth of the good news and filled the hearts of his parents and friends, who had mourned him as dead, with joy and rejoicing. “Young Kerbey, or “Joe,” as he is familiarly called, has truly had an adventurous time of it during the past year and the tales he tells surpass in interest many romantic inventions of fiction. On arriving at Washington after his return from Fort Pickens, he found his peculiar plans in that department spoiled by the then recent Bull Run blunder so he wended his way to Harper’s Ferry. While across the river at this latter place one day, viewing the Rebel entrenchments in the neighborhood he was surprised by several of the enemy’s picket and obliged to give himself up. He was afterward taken before Beauregard and examined as a spy, but passing himself off as a secesh Marylander, he finally succeeded in escaping death, and was sent to Richmond. Here he was confined in the same prison with Corcoran and Ely for about a month and in common with the Federal prisoners, fared badly. He ultimately succeeded however in convincing his guardians that he was a bona fide Secesh and offered to show his fidelity to the “so-called Southern Confederacy” by doing soldier’s duty. This modest proposal was assented to and he was sent to Yorktown to work on the peninsular fortifications. Since February last Mr. Kerbey has been engaged as an artillerist at Cumberland Pass and has been promoted from a private to a responsible command with one of the batteries. He asserts that he had almost given up all hope of escape from his detested associates until the late Federal advance toward Cumberland Gap. Having a fair view one day of the tents of General Carter’s forces he determined to reach them. So, with this object in view, he attended a parade of one of the rebel regiments at some distance from the encampment, and amid the noise and confusion of the affair, wandered off unobservedly, until he had succeeded in putting a hill between himself and his late companions, when he forthwith made rapid tracks for Carter’s picket. Having a Secesh uniform upon him, a portion of which he yet wears, he was for a time in mortal terror of being shot by prowling Unionists. The Gap, too, being in plain sight for many miles, he was afraid to take the open road for fear of pursuit by the Rebels. Finally he reached the Cumberland River, which he was obliged to swim and soon after arrived safely at General Carter’s camp where he was kindly received. Prior to leaving Northward, he gave Carter an exact account of all the Rebel troops in East Tennessee, their positions, guns, &c. During a portion of his “strange eventful career,” Mr. Kerbey was stationed at Knoxville, Tenn., where he frequently formed one the of guard detailed to watch over Parson Brownlow’s house. On the occasion of the Parson’s trip eastward over the Pennsylvania railroad last week that distinguished personage was probably not a little astonished at beholding his whilom guard standing at the station at Wilmore. He recognized him immediately, however, and the two shook hands warmly. The Parson was made the recipient of intelligence direct from his family by Mr. K. They parted with mutual expressions of esteem. Mr. Kerbey professes to be thoroughly acquainted with the rebel lines of defense at Yorktown, the position of the batteries, the number and caliber of the guns and much other valuable information, which he this week intends laying before the proper authorities at Washington. >From the 55th Penna. Regiment On our opposite page we copy a letter from Edisto Island, S. C., to the Harrisburg TELEGRAPH giving the particulars of the recent skirmish between a portion of Col. Dick White’s regiment and the Rebels, as also our list of killed, wounded and prisoners. As the 55th contains a large proportion of Cambrians, a number of whom may possibly be on the list aforesaid, it will prove interesting to our readers. >From the Fifty-Fifth Pennsylvania Regiment Correspondence of the Har. TELEGRAPH Camp Dick White, Edisto Island, S. C. April 1, 1862 The 55th regiment has met the enemy for the first time on the soil of South Carolina. On the morning of the 29th ult., the advance of the rebels attacked our pickets under Lieut. Bedell of Company K, and after a sharp skirmish drove them in. The enemy, under cover of a dense fog, advanced to within a few hundred yards of our headquarters, where several companies and one cannon were in waiting for them. They, however, turned to the right and drove our pickets in off the Russell Creek bridge, which connects this with Little Edisto Island and burnt it after crossing. On the latter Island companies E and F, of our regiment, were stationed doing picket duty and the intentions of the enemy were doubtless to cut off and capture these two companies. The rebel force consisted of at least four companies that crossed Russell Creek and they immediately advanced on company F, Captain Nesbit of Indiana county. Captain Nesbit was ready to receive them and a sharp engagement of at least fifteen minutes occurred between them. Captain N.’s men were entrenched behind an embankment. But the greater number of the enemy, enabled them to outflank him, and compelled him to retire with the loss of one man killed and several wounded and prisoners. Among the prisoners is First Lieutenant M’Illheny. During the retreat Captain Nesbit kept up a continual fire upon the enemy until he came to a dense woods where he awaited another attack. But the enemy refused to appear. Captain Bennett’s Company E, which was upon the same Island, was in line, awaiting an attack but the enemy were in too big a hurry to get off the Island. The whole object of the enemy was to cut off and capture our picket companies. After driving in our first picket a detachment of the enemy made a hurried advance and surrounded the house which was formerly the quarters of Captain Carroll’s Co. The exposed position of the latter company induced Col. White to remove it to more secure quarters, consequently the enemy were foiled in their attempt to capture it. The plans of the rebels were excellently laid and it was only through the vigilance of our officers and the alacrity and courage of our men that they were defeated in their designs. Lieut. Bedell of Company K, who was in command of the advanced picket, obstinately disputed every inch of the enemy’s advance and when he returned to headquarters but fourteen men out of sixteen that were with him returned, the others being taken prisoners. Company H’s pickets who were at the Russell Creek Bridge, only retreated when an overwhelming force drove them in. they lost seven prisoners, one of whom was wounded. Lieut. M’Illheny, who with eleven men were taken prisoners, was detached with his men to hold a position and prevent a flank movement by the enemy, but the overwhelming numbers of the enemy compelled him to succumb, rather than sacrifice the lives of his band of noble patriots. Capt. Nesbit to whose company Lieut. M’Illheny was attached, deserves the greatest praise for the noble stand he made against overwhelming numbers of the enemy. As an instance of his heroic devotion to his men, he refused to cross Russell Creek to Edisto island on a small raft his men constructed until every man was safely carried over. Lieut. Stewart, his second lieutenant, an excellent swimmer, superintended the crossing, remaining several hours in the water. This gallant company lost everything they had. Company G, Capt. Waterbury, although brought immediately in front of the enemy, very gallantly distinguished themselves, as I am pleased to say as did every other company of the regiment. The line of battle was formed immediately in front of Capt. Waterbury’s quarters. Several of the Captain’s men were dispatched to bring in the picket, who were skirmishing with the enemy. The detachment fell in with a lot of rebel cavalry who were dispersed by them. The cavalry ingloriously retreated across the bridge to Johose Island. This morning one of Capt. Nesbit’s men, who was taken prisoner, escaped from the rebels and returned to camp. From his statement which I have every reason to believe is reliable it appears the rebel loss is very severe. He helped to carry off the island fifteen dead bodies of the enemy and quite a number of wounded. The force brought against us consisted of six companies of infantry and one of cavalry. The force opposite us consists of seven regiments of infantry but from their signal defeat in this their first aggressive movement upon the Union troops in this State, the impression is they won’t attempt to make another attack. The following is a correct list of casualties sustained: Killed: Wm. Cunningham, Co. F. Wounded: John Steffe, Company F., and prisoner. Prisoners: Company F Lieut. M’Illhaney Corporal Samuel Moorehead Private Abram Coy Private Robert H. Kritzer Private Samuel Campbell Private Nicholas Cameron Private Wesley Cameron Private John L. Taylor Private Andrew Farren Private Noah Fisher Private L. L. Thompson Prisoners: Company K John Saupp Jonas Ritchey Prisoners, Company H Sergeant Silas Gollipher Walter E. Garlinger Isaac Ream Christian Whitaker John Mars Thomas Lockard John Warning Twenty-one prisoners and one killed. >From the Cambria Regiment Camp Cacapon, Va., Balt. & Ohio RR April 8, 1862 It has been some time since I wrote you last, but I have by no means forgotten you. My last epistle was dated from Camp Campbell. Since then we have taken the notion that like all good Pennsylvanians, we would have to make a move about the first of April. So we moved and are now posted as guard along the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. We had a very tedious time of it from Camp Campbell until we got ourselves located by companies at nine stations along the road. The B. & O. RR was once one of the principal thoroughfares for freight and passengers from east to west and vice versa, but Secesh took the liberty of making it one grand track of wild desolation as far as they had means and power so to do. Bridges, houses, locomotives, cars, ALL, have been destroyed; the track torn up and carried far way into the interior and in fact everything that could possibly be rendered useless passed through a fiery ordeal. The government, I believe, has built trestle work over the streams where once were handsome bridges and these we are charged with the protection of. It requires us to be vigilant to prevent the Secesh from applying the torch for the country around is full of Rebels who are ever ready to do any act of violence that would be of the least benefit to their unholy cause or of the least disadvantage to the Federal Government. From my own personal observation and from conversations I have had with many persons here tinctured with Secession proclivities, I find gross ignorance of the causes of the war and the intention of the government towards the Rebels. I used to regard the newspaper stories about the ignorance of these people as bosh, but I can now vouch for their correctness. In fact, I have been told even by intelligent persons here that the South had always been heavily taxed by the North, that the North made all the money whilst the South furnished the material. “The South raised the cotton; it is then taken North and manufactured; and after, sent back to the South, and we have to buy it,” said an intelligent Southron to me a few days since. “And this is one cause of Secession!” “Well,” said I, “Why don’t you build your own cotton mills and manufacture your own goods? This you co’d have done easier without Secession than with it. As to your being taxed heavily, all the taxes you pay go into the treasury of your own county and State; and besides, we of the North have to make up your postal deficits which amount to a very large sum every year.” All this is true. The South would have been a thousand times more able to have built their cotton mills before they entered upon a terribly exhaustive war, which has beggared thousands of them that they will in any event be for twenty years to come. As to their postal deficits, every intelligent man knows that the North really keeps up the post office in the South. And again, as to their being so heavily taxed by the North, how every shallow the assertion! How childlike the lie! But these are indeed the flimsy arguments used by Jeff Davis and his crew to lead a people into a suicidal war upon a government the most beneficent in the world! Poor, misguided men, when will ye learn that you have been duped and blinded by men whose only object in leading you into this war is to gratify their own selfish ambition! The further we penetrate into the South the more are we convinced that the great mass of the people are entirely ignorant of the cause of the present war and the designs of our Government in waging it. And, as step by step our forces step over the South and the people see for themselves the manner in which the Union troops demean themselves, there will undoubtedly be a revulsion of feeling which will grow stronger and stronger until it eventually breaks out in an unconquerable rebellion against the Rebels. More powerful indeed than Northern bayonets and bullets will be this tide of popular feeling in working the downfall of Treason. Before it the foeman of constitutional Liberty will pale as does the silvery light of the slowly sinking moon before the bright rays of morning. Then will this Union be once more united as firmly as the polar star is fixed in the firmament above us. Ashamed of their past folly the people of the South will be more devoted to the Union than they were when they scouted the very idea of the New England States seceding in the earlier days of the Government. Attached to our regiment for the present, assisting in defending the railroad are four companies of the First Maine cavalry. They are all well armed and equipped. Their horses are those brought with them from Maine and are vastly superior to most cavalry horses in the U. S. service. They are for the most part of the celebrated “Morgan” and “Black Hawk” strain. The company stationed at our headquarters is under the command of Capt. Cilley, son of the lamented Jonathan Cilley, the talented member of Congress from Maine, who fell in a duel at Blandensburg at the hands of Greaves. The murder of Cilley, for such it has always been accounted, was accomplished thro’ the instrumentality of the notorious Gov. Wise of Virginia, now in command of a portion of the Rebel troops. Would to Heaven that Captain Cilley could be opposed to Wise on the field of battle that, by taking the life of that notorious Rebel he might after the lapse of many years become the avenger of his parent’s murder. Capt. Cilley is a lawyer by profession and judging from a slight acquaintance with him, is yet destined to take a prominent place in the galaxy of intellect in his native State. His noble father fell whilst the Captain was a mere babe and he has worked his way through life unaided by a father’s protection and counsel. May he long flourish and meet success in his every effort! Since the above was written we have received orders to remove our headquarters to Sir John’s Run, Balt. and Ohio Railroad, to which place all communications intended for us should be addressed. When anything of interest transpires, you will hear from me. [Signed] Horace --------------------------------------------------------------- MARRIAGES Davis-Clement Married on Thursday, 17th inst., by the Rev. L. Powell, Mr. Thomas G. Davis to Miss Lydia Clement, both of this place. Accompanying the above notice was a delicious cake for which the happy couple have our unqualified thanks. --------------------------------------------------------------- DEATHS Jerry Powell Mr. Jerry Powell, a captain of a gun in Taylor’s Chicago battery and who participated with marked bravery in the Fort Donelson battle, was killed outright at Pittsburg Landing on the first day of the fight. He was a son of Mr. David Powell of Cambria Township and formerly resided in this locality. 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The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, April 17, 1862 Volume 3, Number 30 Resignation of Maj. Litzinger In consequence of severe and protracted illness, Maj. R. Litzinger of the Eleventh Regiment Penna. Reserves, has tendered his resignation of the above position, which has been accepted, and Capt. Porter of Co. B, (from Indiana) promoted to fill the vacancy. Maj. L. was removed from the Potomac to his home in Belsano, this county, a couple of months since and in the interim has undergone a severe physical prostration. Serious doubts were even entertained for a time as to his recovery, but we are happy to state that the crisis is now past and he mending slowly but perceptibly. He was an exceedingly popular officer and the gallant Eleventh will miss his presence sadly. We wish him a speedy and complete recovery. The Fifty-Fifth Pa. Regiment Last week we made mention of the report of the capture by the Rebels of a part of a company belonging to the Fifty–fifth regiment, Col. Dick White, at Little Edisto Island, S. C. Subsequent information confirms the report and gives us the additional particular that Co. F., Capt. Bennett, is the company spoken of. A correspondent of the New York TRIBUNE, writing from Port Royal gives the following statement concerning the unfortunate occurrence: “An attack has been made by the Rebels upon a portion of the forces stationed at North Edisto. Information was conveyed to the Rebels of the position occupied by three companies of the 55th Pennsylvania and their capture was attempted by three battalions, each five hundred strong, moving simultaneously last Saturday morning (March 30th) at day break upon their separate positions. It happened that two companies had moved their camps the day before and the two rebel battalions in search of them were obliged to retire having affecting nothing. The third was less fortunate. Thirty men of Company F., Capt. Bennett, under command of their First Lieutenant were at Hannahan’s plantation, on little Edisto, separated from the large island and the main force by a creek, the bridge over which was destroyed by the rebels and their retreat completely cut off. This insignificant force thus attacked by 500 rebels maintained a desperate defense for an hour, falling back toward the bridge, of whose destruction they were unaware, availing themselves of the inequalities of the ground as a cover and partially screened by the thick fog through which, however, the flashes of their guns betrayed them to the enemy. They steadily maintained this unequal conflict until when within a hundred yards of the bridge their ammunition gave out and no other defense was possible. Still, they would not surrender, but throwing their muskets into the river, sought refuge in thickets along the banks. Five men escaped by swimming and were afterward picked up by one of the Crusader’s boats. Five are known to have been killed during the fight. The remaining twenty, some of them wounded, are missing and undoubtedly prisoners.” It will be seen by the succeeding paragraph that Col. White himself made a most narrow escape from falling into the hands of the enemy: “The rebel plans included also the capture of Col. White of the 55th Pennsylvania. He had moved his headquarters, like the two companies, only the day before, and the rebels, in their advance passed unaware by the house in which he and his adjutant and quartermaster were sleeping.” Capt. Bennett, we are informed, hails from this county, and a number of Cambrians enter into the composition of his company. The Cambria Guards We have news from Co. A, 11th regiment up to Thursday of last week, at which time the Reserve Corps, with the exception of the 1st brigade, were still encamped near Alexandria, Va. The 1st brigade had departed the day previous for parts unknown and the 2d brigade, to which the 11th regiment belongs, were to follow on Friday, via Warrenton Junction, on the road leading directly to Richmond thro’ Manassas. The Reserves are in M’Dowell’s division. We expect to hear a good account of them ere long. Pennsylvania Reserves out West It will be gratifying to Pennsylvanians to know that the Union gunboat, Carondelet, which recently executed the gallant feat of running the rebel batteries at Island No. 10 on the Mississippi, getting safely into her desired position under a fire of forty shots is manned entirely by volunteers from the Pennsylvania Reserve Corps’, M’Call’s division. At least three former members of Co. A., 11th regiment, P. R. C., from this county, are among her complement. The Cambria Regiment Our correspondent, “Horace,” sends us a letter under date of 8th inst., from which we learn that the headquarters of the 54th Penna. Regiment has been transferred from near Washington to Great Cacapon, on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad from whence they were to be further transferred shortly to Sir John’s Run on the same road. Other than this, nothing of important had recently transpired. The letter will appear in our next issue. A Young Pennsylvania Rebel Among the rebels taken at Winchester was Lieut. George C. Junkin, a native of this State, and a son of Rev. D. X. Junkin, a Presbyterian Minister. Dr. Junkin was a resident of Hollidaysburg in this State for some eight or nine years and was appointed a chaplain in the Navy in 1858 by President Buchanan, a position which he now holds and is stationed at Newport, Rhode Island. His son was among the first to join the rebel army and received a Lieutenant’s commission. As soon as his father heard it, he secured the necessary documents both from the powers at Washington and the rebel powers at Richmond, with which he proceeded to Harper’s Ferry and used every exertion to induce his son to resign and go North with him. This George refused to do under any consideration, and the loyal father was compelled to disown him and leave him to his fate. It is a singular coincidence that in the first battle in which he was engaged after Bull Run, that he was compelled to face and fight against many of his old friends and acquaintances from Hollidaysburg and vicinity, who were in the 84th regiment. Immediately after his capture, his father applied for his release and at his instance, the young rebel has been discharged. --------------------------------------------------------------- DEATHS Arthur Hill Died in Hollidaysburg, Monday, April 14, 1862, Mr. Arthur Hill aged 35 years. 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The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, April 10, 1862 Volume 3, Number 29 NEWS List of Letters Remaining List of letters remaining in the Post Office at Ebensburg up to Wednesday, April 19th, 1862: H. S. Adams Robt. B. Adams Elizabeth Byors H. Burkhart P. H. Birkey Dan’l. L. Brown Aug Barkley E. W. Culp Edward H. Davis Mrs. Ann Davis Patrick Driskoll Lewis Evans Rachel Evans Miss Elizb’th. E. Evans David R. Evans Henry Frieze Geo. Fox John Ford Miss E. Furguson Canles Firtache R. C. Graham Daniel Garman Isaac Gifford Andus Haney Susan Harkins William & Hughes Evan F. Jones Miss Marg’t. Jones Mrs. Mary Jones Evan James, 2 E. P. Jones Mrs. J. R. Jones Mrs. Jane Jones Miss Ellen E. Jones Miss Ellen Kennedy, 3 James Kaine C. Lingafelt Thos. Machan Peter Machen, 3 Jos. M’Monan Miss E. M’Bride Miss Kate M’Avoy Miss Alice Moss Margaret Pringle David Price Mrs. Kate Pearson Thos. Reese M. D. Rummy Geo. Shearer G. W. Saskerd & Co. Mrs. M. Shoemaker, 2 Mrs. M. Shoemaker Wm. Selders Sam’l. Thomas C. A. Thompson Persons calling for any of the above named letters will please say they are advertised. John Thompson, P. M. Ebensburg, April 10, 1862 Half Cash Payments We forgot to notice last week that the Cambria Iron Company – which since the breaking out of the present war has been paying altogether in scrip – had announced that hereafter they will make half cash payments to their employees. This is certainly a liberal and well-timed move on the part of the Company. The iron business must be looking up in this State. M. E. Appointments The Pittsburg Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church, in session at Pittsburg a couple of weeks since made the following appointments for this District: Blairsville District: W. Lynch, Presiding Elder Blairsville, S. M’Leary Indiana, R. Morrow Johnstown, D. P. Mitchell Greensburg and Latrobe, W. W. Roup Kittanning, E. Hirgely Dayton, S. Bart Elderton, H. Mansol Marchand, J. S. Lemon Burrel and Apollo, W. A. Stewart, I. A. Pearce New Florence and Bolivar, P. G. Emmons Mechanicsburg, J. C. High New Derry, M. J. Montgomery Ebensburg, S. T. Show, W. Long Conemaugh, to be supplied Ligonier, J. S. Wakefield Mount Pleasant and West Newton, E. S. Weller, R. Cunningham Saltzburg and Hopewell, J. Shane It will be seen that Mr. Lynch remains Presiding Elder of the District and that Mr. Show is continued in this place for another year. Stirring News from Dixie A letter from Hilton, S. C., to a New York paper brings us the unwelcome intelligence that the rebels succeeded in cutting off and capturing recently, nearly an entire company belonging to the Fifty-fifth Pennsylvania regiment, Col. Dick White, commanding. The company was stationed at Little Edisto Island as picket at the time and strangely enough had neglected to guard the bridge between them and the main force. The enemy came down in force, burnt the bridge and surrounded the pickets, killing three, wounding a dozen and capturing about thirty of our men. The balance escaped to North Edisto. Since then there have been several skirmishes but with no decisive result. These are all the particulars that have yet transpired. The Fifty-fifth Penna. Regiment contains within its ranks a large proportion of Cambria county men and the Colonel himself is a native of Cambria. We, in common with a large number of our readers, will anxiously await further developments. Letter from the Silver Grays Camp Curtin, April 2, 1862 Since I last wrote you there has been little or no change in the routine of events in camp, each day being a counterpart of its predecessor and a precursor of that which is to follow. As I have already informed you, this military post is now a regularly established depot for recruits who are first assembled here and then distributed to their respective commands. There is as a consequence, no fixedness of numbers, the recruiting officers in different portions of the State sending in large numbers daily and there being a regular depletion going on, in the way of forwarding the recruits to the Regiments in the field. Under the direction of Capt. Dodge, the Superintendent of the recruiting service in Pennsylvania, the quarters for the men have undergone a complete overhauling. These have been thoroughly renovated and improved. Distinct apartments have been arranged for cooking, eating and sleeping, which separation has conduced much to the comfort of life in camp. The gentlemanly Superintendent has likewise made provisions for having all the officers connected with the post, quartered within the camp. Buildings are being erected for their accommodation. In a few days each officer will have his own little home of “snuggery,” in which he may practice in the domestic accomplishments connected with housekeeping, without fear of being annoyed or treated to a curtain lecture for any and every violation of strict propriety. I have no doubt that our mess will be distinguished as THE mess of the camp - noted for the neatness of its apartment and the hospitality of its members. That you may be safe in endorsing this assertion, suppose you “come along,” by way of a visit and then judge for yourself. The new order of things here has been followed by new associations. A number of officers who had been detailed for the recruiting service in Philadelphia and elsewhere, have been ordered to this camp. A more agreeable open-hearted out-spoken and chivalrous body of gentlemen can not be found anywhere. My brief acquaintance has already attached me to them, one and all. I will very much regret our separation when the time shall have arrived for saying adieu. The last week has been one of mingled rejoicing and sorrowing – rejoicing at the contemplation of the distinguished victory achieved by the Federal army at Winchester – sorrowing for the death of the noble, heroic martyrs for Liberty, whose blood attested their devotion to their country and flag. When the news was received here of the engagement of Shields’ command with the rebel forces under Jackson, the most intense anxiety was manifested to hear of the result. Quietly upon the heels of the first reports, came the news of victory and death. The intelligence of the participation of the gallant 84th in the hottest of the fight was accompanied by the sad announcement that its valiant Colonel had fallen upon the field of battle. How can I describe to you the gloom and evidence of desolation of heart, which at once seized upon the community in which the hero and martyr had been known from his boyhood Old and young gave bent to the feelings of deep sorrow that came up from their heart of hearts – the sympathy whose depth like the stream’s current, is known by its stillness was whispered into the ear of the Mother and the Sisters, the Representatives of the People, the Executive of the State, the Heads of Departments, those who had been companions of the deceased in the halcyon days of youth, vied with each other in giving testimony to their appreciation of the worth, virtue and patriotism of him whose corpse spoke his love for his county and his devotion to the Union. But why mourn a death, such as was that of William Gray Murray? It was such as one as he himself would have chosen. Had he not been prevented by circumstances over which he had no control, he would have drawn his sword in the defense of the “Stars and Stripes” at the very onset of the war against rebellion. Death freed the sword to his iron grasp and death has glorified it in victory. What was life to such a man when duty beckoned “onward.” There is every evidence that he reckoned its value at a less figure than that which he had set upon the performance of his obligations to the land of his birth. He gave it up as a willing sacrifice upon the altar of Liberty. When in the agonies of dissolution, when his noble soul was about leaving the tenement of clay, to go to its reward beyond the skies, he even then forgot self and ordered “to the charge—“ There are incidents connected with the death of Col. Murray which stamp him as having been “born to command.” I have not space to speak of more than one but that one is of itself sufficient to establish a character for coolness in conflict, thoughtfulness in the adoption of causes for efforts and indifference to personal danger which may be envied by those who were his compeers. It is this: -“In the death struggle with the foe, when the bullets whistled wildly around, overhead and through the ranks – when the columns were being thinned out by the fire of the enemy, numbered two to one – when victory hovered between the contending hosts – at that moment, the brave, Murray turned to his men, at whose head he was, crying out in a voice that arose above the roar of artillery, “Men, falter not – if you feel like withering, look upon that Flag, it will nerve you up; -- on –on.” The ashes of the fallen Hero will rest at the base of your mountains. His memory will live in the hearts of the inhabitants of that region in which Liberty delights to dwell. His virtues will be spoken of in terms of praise by the old, who will point to them as worthy of emulation by the young. His fame will outlive his Country’s travail. His children and his children’s children will revere his memory while seeking, at his tomb, the inspiration to do right. The time has arrived, “Let his epitaph be written.” [Signed] High Private From South Carolina we have the intelligence of the surprise and capture of a company on picket duty belonging to the Fifty-fifth Pennsylvania Regiment, Col. White. It appears that while the company was guarding Little Edisto Island, they were surrounded by the rebels who commanded them to surrender. This they refused to do, were upon the rebels fired upon them, killing five and wounding twelve. The balance, seeing the overwhelming force of their opponents, threw down their arms and surrendered. It is but a few days since that the Lieut. Col. (Bennett), of this regiment was taken prisoner along with a companion while taking a buggy ride late into the country. DEATHS Cambrian Killed at Winchester In the report of the Surgeon General of Pennsylvania to Governor Curtin concerning the condition of the Pennsylvania troops engaged in the battle of Winchester, we notice the name of one Kimberlin, credited to Cambria county, among the men killed. We know that Cambria is represented in the 84th regiment, but his name is not familiar to us. We have no doubt, however, that he hails from this county. John Wherry Mr. John Wherry, a resident of Sonman, this county, died at the Georgetown Hospital on Wednesday of last week, after an illness of several months duration. Mr. W. had been in the employ of the Government as Wagonmaster for some time prior to the period of his sickness. He was a son of our fellow townsman, Mr. William Wherry and was highly esteemed for his many good qualities of head and heart. He leaves a wife and several children to mourn his loss. The remains of the deceased will be brought home for interment during the present week. Mr. Jacob Myers Mr. Jacob Myers, of Indiana, met with an accident on a railroad near Alexandria a couple of weeks since, by which he was instantly killed. He had been employed during the past season in the capacity of brakeman on the road from Alexandria to Falls Church but was recently promoted to the position of conductor. His remains were taken home for interment. Andrew J. Dripps Killed: Andrew J. Dripps, formerly of Hollidaysburg, was killed at the battle of Pea Ridge, Arkansas. He served as a private in the Mexican war but at the time of his death was acting as Captain of a company from Iowa. Maj. Wm. W. Ivory Two weeks ago we printed in these columns an extract from the special war correspondence of the New York HERALD in which it was presented that Maj. Wm. W. Ivory, formerly of this county, had been killed at the battle of Paris, Tennessee. Subsequent events seem to totally disprove the statement inasmuch as letters have been received by friends in this section from Maj. I., bearing date since the period of his supposed demise. We are glad to make the correction and place on record the hope that the gallant Major may live long after the glorious cause he is now engaged in assisting to vindicate may have emerged untarnished from its baptism of fire and smoke. The DEMOCRAT & SENTINEL affects to discredit our authority for making the announcement of Maj. Ivory’s death as we did and adds: “The paragraph purporting to be a verbatim extract from the New York HERALD never appeared in that paper but was manufactured in this neck of woods,” &c., &c.” This is maliciously false. Our attention was first directed to the paragraph in question by a friend, at whose instigation we “made a note on ‘t.” It was copied into our columns, moreover, word for work, with the single exception that whereas the HERALD gave the name of Maj. John Ivory – a palpable error – we printed it Maj. Wm. W. Ivory. _________________________________________________________________ Color coding for safety: Windows Live Hotmail alerts you to suspicious email. http://windowslive.com/Explore/Hotmail?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_hotmail_acq_safety_112008

The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, April 3, 1862 Volume 3, Number 28 Letter from Kentucky Camp Hambright, Ky., March 23, 1862 During our stay at Camp Hambright I had the pleasure of visiting the Dripping Cave and the Hundred Dome Cave. We could not penetrate the former to a great distance on account of the water which flows through it. The stream was much swollen by the recent rains. In the latter we found much to interest us. The long avenues, the spacious rooms, the high domes, the deep chasms, the formations of lime, gypsum, quartz, &c., and the myriads of dormant bats which hung in large bevies from the ceiling were all new and interesting scenes to most of us. After entirely satisfying our curiosity and collecting a number of specimens we returned highly pleased with our visit. We left Camp Hambright on the 23d and encamped at Camp Rousseau on Barren River opposite Bowling Green. Here we found both bridges destroyed and the river bank full. Three small steamboats ferried troops across as fast as they could but to transport a whole division by this means was an operation entirely too slow. A detachment commenced immediately to “take out” timber for the erection of a temporary bridge but this was soon abandoned as impracticable. On the 27th the river having fallen considerably, the three steamboats and a number of flat boats were anchored side by side thus forming a sort of pontoon bridge upon which we crossed. We passed Bowling Green about noon and after marching 22 miles, bivouacked in an open field, one mile south of Franklin. We crossed the Tennessee line at 9 a. m. on Friday. All the stores and shops along the way were closed and many of the houses deserted. We encamped at two o’clock on Sunday afternoon in a beautiful grove two miles north of Nashville. Our brigade crossed the Cumberland on the 7th and encamped at Camp Andy Johnson, one and a half miles beyond Nashville. Six companies – A and D of the 78th, two of the 79th and two of the Wisconsin First – were detached and placed under the command of Col. John C. Starkweather to serve as Provost Guard in Edgefield. We, the detached companies, are now encamped on a common near the centre of the town. Edgefield has about 2,000 inhabitants and is separated from the city proper by the river. All the bridges at this place, three in number were destroyed by the rebels, notwithstanding the remonstrances of the citizens on both sides. Floyd consented to leave them the suspension bridge after tearing up the planks, but his last act, on leaving the city, was to cut the main braces and precipitate the whole structure into the river. These bridges are said to have cost in the aggregate not less than $420,000. Our troops cross on steamboats. A regular ferry has been established on which the citizens are permitted to cross when the boats are not freighted to their full capacity with soldiers or army trains. We have found secreted several hundred rifles (common squirrel rifles) a number of picks, spades and shoves, 130 barrels of turpentine and a large lot of bacon. They have all been seized and are now in the hands of the Provost Guard subject to the order of General Buell. The city is quiet. The panic is fast subsiding. Citizens are quietly returning to their homes. Ladies, who a short time ago entreated the rebel commander that they might not be left to the mercy of the Lincolnites, now promenade the streets as free from molestation or insult as if surrounded by half a million of the “Chivalry.” Stores and shops are re-opened and some of the streets present quite a business like appearance. Several cargoes of groceries shipped from St. Louis have found a ready and profitable market at this wharf. Greenbacks are in demand - $1 of “Lincoln currency” being equivalent to $1.25 in Tennessee bills. A few days ago the brokers gave but 10 percent of the Tennessee paper. The holders of Confederate Scrip attempted a bit of sharp practice the other day. They put in circulation the report of a great rebel victory at Manassas in which 30,000 Union prisoners were taken, but the bait wouldn’t take. The citizens of this place treat us very kindly. The policy of Gen. Buell has a most salutary effect upon the minds of the people. Our conduct is vastly different from what they expected it would be, for they were made to believe that we would plunder and destroy all the property along our course. They now freely admit that we are the best behaved soldiery that has ever been in their midst. [Signed] Boanerges Letter from the Cambria Guards We take the following extract from a private letter dated Camp on Seminary Hill, near Alexandria, Va., March 23, 1862: On Monday, 10th inst., at 11 ½ A. M. we were ordered to pack up. 1 P. M. saw the Reserve, with light hearts but heavy loads, marching up the Georgetown and Leesburg turnpike from Camp Pierpont. We followed the pike for about eight miles then turned to the left along the Springdale road, a by-road ankle deep with mud. Crossed the Alexandria and Leesburg turnpike about two miles above Ford’s Mills; thence through woods, mud and water until 10 P. M., when we encamped on a hill above Hunter’s Mill, two miles above Vienna on the railroad. It was a very severe march, and a great number gave out. Next morning we were up and had our coffee bright and early, expecting to resume the march, reach Centreville at an early hour, and have a brush with the F. F. V.’s. Imagine our disappointment, then, when a dispatch was received informing us that such was destined to not be the case. We laid there until Friday. At 6 ½ P. M. commenced the retrogressive march, and marched until 10 or 11 P. M., when we encamped on a hill above Ford’s Mills. It rained all night. In the morning, it was found that the creek was not fordable where the bridge had been burnt on the L. & A. pike. Next morning we resumed the march. Took back the same road we had come until within three miles of Pierpont. At 12 P. M. – the rain by this time falling in torrents – we turned to the right. At 5 o’clock we encamped in a thicket of woods along side the Alexandria and Leesburg pike. Had marched eighteen miles, and were then about thirteen miles from Alexandria. The ground was covered with water and although weary and tired, but few of us slept any during the night. The rain ceased about 1 A. M. on Sunday. At 10 o’clock we took up the line of march and reached our present camp about 4 P. M. I cannot describe the march – suffice it to say, it was horrible! Mud up to the knee almost every step of the road, the rain falling in torrents, obliged to encamp on the cold, wet ground, and no covering but the little tents we carry along! Seven men died of fatigue and exposure in the division but none from our regiment. The boys, as a general thing, enjoy excellent health. We expect to leave for another scene of action tomorrow – going per water – don’t know where to – have an idea – but, presumptions are contraband here about just now.” At latest accounts the Reserve were still stationed near Alexandria. >From the Cambria Regiment Camp Campbell, near Washington D. C. March 21, 1862 Long have we looked and longed and looked and longed in vain for a copy of “The Alleghanian.” Not even a stray copy has reached us since we left Camp Curtin. It used to be one of our most regular and welcome visitors. We have heretofore excused its remissness upon the grounds that the muddy roads in our camp prevented its coming but this excuse will do no longer. I would take great pleasure in furnishing you regularly with a camp effusion had I anything to write about. The ordinary routine of duty presents nothing worthy of the pen of a correspondent. When we take up the line of march, I will then have an ample scope and hope to improve the opportunity. The camp fire at night presents the only feature of interest. Here the lover of fun can enjoy himself in listening to the yarns spun by the soldier on his fellow comrade. Among the most ludicrous I have heard is one told of a solider, but not of the 54th, standing guard near a mud-hole of considerable depth one dark night. Sometime during the night the “Officer of the Day” started on his tour of inspection. With his escort he approached the guard. “Who comes there?” challenged the sentinel. Just at this moment the Sergeant of the Guard missed his footing and stepped into the mud-hole. “Jesus Christ!” exclaimed the sergeant. Thinking this to be the name of the party approaching the guard sang out: “Advance, Jesus Christ, and give the countersign!” It is unnecessary for me to add that this is decidedly the best story of guard duty we have yet heard. But there are hundreds of others told for truth by the mystic circle at the guard tent. Except the regular service and drills, we have but little to do as a general rule. This life is admirably calculated to make one lazy and doless. Plenty to eat and wear and but little hard labor has a tendency at any time to enervate the man but when you add to this the close confinement of the camp, you only tend to hasten the result. The march and battle alone call forth the energy of the soldier. What the result of the coming summer’s campaign will have upon our boys, we can only conjecture. But we sincerely desire to be sent to Dixie ere old Sol travels too far Northward. Far more is to be dreaded, the army surgeons, say, from sickness consequent upon an advance into a warm climate by Northern troops than from the destructiveness of powder and lead. The destruction in time of battle, the history of this war has shown, notwithstanding, the number of troops engaged and the improved weapons of offense and defense employed is remarkably small. What a striking contrast the history of ancient battles presents to those of modern times. On the one hand, we read: “And the Philistine fought and Israel was smitten, and there fell one hundred and twenty and five thousand on that day.” Whilst on the other we find: “Victory! Terrible Fighting! A Terrible Hand to Hand Struggle! Terrible Loss of Life on both Sides! Ten Rebels left Dead on the Field! Only Two of the Federals Killed!” And then the writer uses three columns of the INQUIRER or PRESS to tell, in small type, what he has already blazoned to the world in capitals of enormous size. Now we can’t help but think that a sensible man would feel ashamed of such monstrous “tom foolery” about the merest skirmish. There have been but few regular battles fought in this war and in each of them the bill of fatality has been most remarkably and unaccountably small. But we find we are wandering and may throw ourselves open to the same measure of criticism we have just been bestowing upon the modern historian of the battlefield. No important change has been made in our Regiment since I last wrote you. And excepting the fact that ours was the honored regiment that furnished the funeral escort to the late gallant Col. Cameron, nothing has intervened to relieve the tedium of camp life. We have not yet been apprised of who is to be our Brigadier General but are constantly expecting something definite upon the subject. This is a matter we are all anxious to know something about. When this becomes known to us, we may then be able to say something concerning our future movements. Until then I hardly expect to know anything outside the limits of our camp. [Signed] Horace DEATHS Died Died in Blacklick township, Cambria county, on Wednesday, 20th ult., Mr. John Jones, aged 91 years. _________________________________________________________________ Access your email online and on the go with Windows Live Hotmail. http://windowslive.com/Explore/Hotmail?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_hotmail_acq_access_112008

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The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, March 20, 1862 Volume 3, Number 26 Singular Accident The TRIBUNE says that Samuel Bracken, Esq., a citizen of Johnstown met with a painful accident a few days since. While engaged in bleeding a horse in a narrow stall in his stable, having unintentionally tied the halter around the horse’s neck so tightly as to choke him, the animal fell upon Mr. B, breaking his leg in two places - once at the ankle and again below the knee. To Our Patrons Owing to diverse and sundry reasons, all of which it is unnecessary to here enumerate, no paper will be issued from this office next week. Military Sergt. Robert M’Combie, of Co. A, Capt. Carroll, 55th P.V., Col. R. White, is now in this county on recruiting service. Col. White is a well known resident of this county and a large proportion of his command are Cambrians. The division to which he is attached was stationed at Port Royal for several months but is now at Fernandin, Florida. We would advise those who entertain a desire to don Uncle Sam’s livery to give Sergt. M’Combie a call forthwith. A branch recruiting office for the 14th regular infantry has been opened in this place in the room above E. Shoemaker’s store. Another Cambrian at Donaldson Mr. Jerry Powell, a son of Mr. David Powell, of Cambria township this county was present at and participated it the capture of Fort Donelson (sic). He enlisted in a Chicago battery and was captain of a gun during the engagement. He was not injured. Bully for Little Cambria! Her brave sons turn up in greater or less numbers in every battle of the campaign. Letter from the Silver Grays Camp Curtin, March 15, 1862 A wondrous change has come over the appearance of things since I last addressed you. The great body of troops then occupying Camp Curtin has left for the seat of war, having been ordered to the Potomac, leaving the “Silver Grays” almost solitary and alone in the occupancy of the camp. There are not at this time more than two hundred men in this situation, our company being the only full one here. The remainder is made up of skeleton companies and some recruits for the regiments in the field. Camp Curtin has passed from the immediate control of the authorities of the State to that of the General Government. Capt. Dodge, the gentlemanly mustering officer and Superintendent of the recruiting service in Pennsylvania represents the Government of the United States and has taken possession of the entire camp and its appurtenances in its name. He has issued an Order appointing Captain Palmer of the Grays, he being the senior Captain to take charge of the police and discipline of the camp. The Grays are “monarchs of all they survey,” and for the present, “to their right there is none to dispute.” The “fowl and the brute” being somewhat scare in these quarters, the title of “lordship” need not be set up. How long we may remain in our present position as the guardians of the public property in and around the Capitol, I can not predict. The business on hand now requires the services of every member of the company. He who thinks the duties imposed upon the Grays to be trivial and easily to be discharged is very much in error. Camp Curtin will hereafter be a depot for recruits for the army (Regulars and Volunteers). They will be forwarded to this point from the several stations in the State and then distributed to their respective regiments in the field. It will devolve upon our company to keep up the regular order of camp discipline as the other troops are only temporary sojourners, en route for their respective commands. The recent simultaneous movements of the several divisions of the army bearing down upon the lines of the enemy indicate a speedy crushing out of the rebel lion. The gradual development of the plans of the Federal Government which have been maturing for months gives promise that this war must be of short duration. Taking this as a stand point we may extend our view to the southeast, south and southwest and in each section, we distinguish the evidence that a mastermind has been at work, controlling all the operations of the army, directing its secret evolutions and by a system or scientific strategy, coercing the evacuations of the enemy’s strongest positions without shedding a drop of blood. While human life is only secondary to the maintenance of our glorious system of government, yet humanity must approve the measure which accomplishes the desired end by the least sanguinary means. Since the almost entire “evacuation” of Camp Curtin, your correspondent may consider his “occupation gone.” Surrounded by abandoned barracks he would be compelled to romance, to call to his aid all his limited powers of imagination that he might be enabled to produce an interesting letter. Well, Mr. Editor, this is out of the line of your humble servant. At the time High Private introduced himself to your readers, he professed only to be a chronicler of passing events, to detail facts and not fiction. Now, camp items, when called for, are like unto the “spirits of the vasty deep,” – they will not come. Up until something new “turns up” my visits must necessarily be “like Angel’s, few and far between.” [Signed] High Private >From the Cambria Regiment Camp Campbell, near Washington, D. C. March 13, 1862 Owing to the multifarious duties devolving upon the Adjutant of the 54th P.V. since we received orders to leave Camp Curtin and report ourselves at Washington, I have not had sufficient time to write you a note until now. In pursuance of the order received, we have at last cleared our skirts of Camp Curtin, and are now snugly ensconced in a quiet little camp on the Bladensburg road, near the National Capital. We are daily engaged in square company and battalion drills and otherwise perfecting ourselves in the art military. Ere long we hope to so perfect ourselves that we will not be either afraid or ashamed to measure our length with any regiment Pennsylvania has in the field. Even now, soldiers from other camps passing our lines and seeing our drills very frequently inquire whether we are not Regulars. The bad influences Camp Curtin discipline and Harrisburg dissipation has had upon our men is being rapidly effaced under the strict discipline Col. Campbell has instituted. Every man has his proper place here and every man must be in that place when the proper hour arrives. The game of “old soger” won’t win. For some purpose unknown to us we have been singled out from the rest of the regiments that were with us in Camp Curtin and ordered to encamp by ourselves some miles distant from where they have been quartered in a body. Perhaps this argues a forward movement for our Regiment, and perhaps it means something else. At all events we have been informed by Brig. Gen. S. Casey that when his Brigade moves over to Dixie, the 54th goes with him. There has been a constant stream of fresh troops coming in from the States to take the place of the old Regiments being moved out. But so quietly is all this done that unless you just happen to be on the street and see the passing body you would not know they were in motion. The mud in this vicinity has been completely dried up and the roads are in splendid trim. The only sign we have here of the terrible mud is the woeful appearance of the Government horses. If ever there was a set of abused animals, the poor brutes in the employ of Uncle Sam can have a claim to the renown of having served the hardest taskmasters the world ever produced. Poor horses! They certainly deserve a place in the Horse Heaven when their toils on earth are ended. Being somewhat used up with a very severe cold, we applied for leave of absence from camp duties yesterday in order to go and see the sights. Our request was readily granted, and in company with a brother officer we sallied forth. Bending our steps toward the city, we soon entered Pennsylvania Avenue, and following it, we suddenly found ourselves near the White House. Taking a peep at the premises and satisfying ourselves that all was in order there, we crossed the street and entered the beautiful park in which stands the bronzed statue of old Hickory seated on his rearing charger. There is a perfectness in this statue that strikes the beholder with a feeling of mixed reverence and awe – reverence for the man whose nerve preserved his county and awe because it seems that the hero is seated there in full life and vigor. So perfect is the statue that even the veins seem as though the blood was coursing merrily through them. After lounging for a time on one of the neat iron seats in the Park, we wended our way to the Smithsonian Institute. Here is food for the curious. For hours we wandered through the building, examining the thousands of specimens of every imaginable shapes, sizes and colors – animal, reptile, insect, fowl, &c. Here are curious specimens of fancy work from Siam, China, Japan, the Islands of the Pacific and the South Sea Islands – food enough to keep even a gormandizer in the curious feasting for days before he could possibly get through. The Gallery of Indian paintings is no small feature in this mammoth curiosity. We spent some time in it but our companion not being blessed with the same amount of appreciation for the fine art as we hastened us away. We would liked to have remained in the Library Rooms for some time, but our friend urged us on through the Statuary Rooms and out of the building, to hasten over and take a look at Congress. Arrived at the Capitol, we found a seat in the Senate gallery and listened to the remarks offered by various Senators on the Bill to tax us Government employees ten percentum, &c. Senator Clark’s remarks made us feel good but we have a very poor appreciation for what was said by Messrs. Wilson and Hale. Senator Hale is certainly an aristocrat. His idea of the distinction between the Volunteers and Regular army officers seems to us to point out the Regulars as a kind of aristocracy – something considerably superior to the Volunteers. But want of time will not permit me at present to pitch into the Senator as I would like. There is one thing sure, however, - here is one who can’t vote of Hale for President. Leaving the Senate we entered the apartment for the outsiders in the House. There was some gentleman from Kentucky just entering upon a discussion but his speech was so insipid that we soon found ourselves awaking from a sound sleep into which we had fallen. Finding we could not aid in Legislation and recollecting that we had some little duties to perform ere nightfall we took up our line of march for Camp. This place is full of rumors and as they are only rumors, I cannot at present say when we will leave; but I hope, when we do, I will find time to let you hear often from— [Signed] Horace War News Manassas, the “Gibraltar of the East” was taken possession of by the federal forces on Monday of last week. The Rebels had previously evacuated it, departing no one knows whither. A battle was fought at Pea Ridge, Arkansas, on the 6th inst., which, after a terrific fight of three days, resulted in a glorious Federal victory. Our loss was about 450 killed and wounded. The Rebels lost 1,000 killed, wounded and prisoners. Ben M’Culloch was killed. Our forces were commanded by Gen. Curtis. New Madrid, Mo., has been evacuated by the Rebels and taken possession of by our troops. We captured many guns, a large amount of ammunition, stores, etc., at this point. Gen. M’Clellan has published an address to the Army of the Potomac in which he says that the moment for his long looked for “advance” is at hand. Gen. Fremont has been restored to the command of a division of the army. Fighting is reported to be going on at Island No. 10. Gen. Pope has his batteries planted so as to command the river. Two or three little skirmishes have occurred along the Potomac. -------------------------------------------------------------------- MARRIAGES Married On Monday, 10th inst., at the Railroad House, Wilmore, by the Rev. J. F. Kuhlman, Mr. Harrison Ward to Miss Eliza Crew, both of No. 4, Washington township. -------------------------------------------------------------------- DEATHS A Cambrian Killed A battle was fought at Paris, Tennessee, on the 12th last between a battalion of Union troops assisted by a portion of the Curtis, Iowa, cavalry regiment and the Rebels, in which the latter were routed was a loss of one hundred killed, wounded and prisoners. Our loss was five men killed and four wounded. So runs the substance of a recent telegram from Gen. Halleck to the War Department. Subsequent information has developed the fact that among the number of federal troops who fell at this battle is William W. Ivory, formerly a resident of this county, but for a number of years past of Nebraska city. We have no definite particulars concerning the manner of his death other than that he fell in the performance of his duty. We extract the following truthful obituary of Sergeant Major (this being the position he held in his regiment) Ivory from the columns of the New York HERALD: “Sergeant Major Wm. W. Ivory, who fell on the 12th inst., at the battle of Paris, was a Pennsylvanian by birth and removed from Philadelphia to Nebraska City, Nebraska Territory in 1858, where he became one of the contracting surveyors of that Territory under the late John C. Calhoun, noted in the Kansas broils. Sergeant Ivory was appointed in 1861 Receiver of Public Moneys, United States Land Office at Dacotah, Nebraska Territory, by President Buchanan, which office he held at the beginning of the formation of his regiment in which he was appointed to the office of Sergeant Major, though being fully capable of holding a commission, having seen service in Mexico throughout that struggle. He was a fine spirited, chivalric, noble, impulsive man. His age was about twenty nine years.” All honor to the memory of the gallant spirit who laid down his life upon the altar of his country’s good! _________________________________________________________________ Access your email online and on the go with Windows Live Hotmail. http://windowslive.com/Explore/Hotmail?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_hotmail_acq_access_112008

The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, March 13, 1862 Volume 3, Number 25 Quill Drives Easter Sunday occurs this year on the 20th of April. A tip-top hotel – Randolph’s Cambria House at Wilmore. Our soldiers at Port Royal and Tybee are having fresh shad and green peas brought in to them by the negroes. It is as warm as summer and corn and grass are from 6 inches to a foot high. General Ulysses S. Grant, the hero of Fort Donaldson, has just been unanimously confirmed by the Senate as a Major General - an honor conferred in testimony of his gallant conduct in battle. Blair County Items The citizens of Hollidaysburg are memorializing Congress to locate the National Armory and Foundry in that place. The storehouse at Blair Furnace together with its contents was totally consumed by fire last week. The dwelling hours of Mr. Wm. Burkhart in Allegheny township was burned to the ground a few days since. Saw Mill Burned A saw mill belonging to a Mr. Fulmer in Richland twp., was destroyed by fire on Saturday morning 1st inst. The fire originated from coals falling from an open stone hearth upon the mill. The loss involved the mill only, no lumber or other property suffering in the conflagration. So we learn from the Cambria TRIBUNE. Letter from the Silver Grays Camp Curtin, Feby. 28, 1862 It is a source of real pleasure to be favored with the opportunity of taking by the hand those to whom we feel indebted for favors conferred and for whom we entertain sentiments of esteem. The “Silver Grays” cannot forget nor would they if they could the deep interest you manifested in behalf of the company at a time when the helping hand was needed and your unfaltering devotion to the cause of volunteer organizations in Cambria county from the very inauguration of this monstrous rebellion. These were the considerations which moved the hearts of the “Old men of the Mountain,” on the occasion of your recent visit to our quarters in Camp Curtin, and which prompted the friendly reception with which you were greeted on that occasion. “A friend in need is a friend indeed” is an adage which, though not very classically expressed is nevertheless a truism. The relation which has existed and which continues to exist between you, Mr. Editor, and the “Grays,” is evidence of the value of your personal aid and that it is properly appreciated by every man in our ranks. Camp Curtin is being “cleaned out.” On Wednesday, the camp was electrified by the intelligence that an immediate onward march had been ordered. Preparatory to the removal of the Regiments from Camp, it has devolved upon his Excellency, Governor Curtin, to present the Standards, voted by the last Legislature to each of the Regiments in the field. The presentation of the Flags to the 54th, (Col. Campbell’s); 56th (Col. Meredith’s); 101st (Col. Wilson’s); and the 103d (Col. Lehman’s) took place on the afternoon of Wednesday last in front of the State Arsenal. The ceremonies were of the most interesting character. The four Regiments were drawn up upon the Capitol Grounds, one in rear of the other in their numerical order. The Governor, accompanied by the Adjutant General of the Commonwealth, appeared upon the stage erected for the occasion; the former holding in his hands the Standards designed for the respective Regiments. Prior to the formal presentation, Governor Curtin delivered one of the most thrilling, patriotic and eloquent addresses to which it has ever been my good fortune to listen. There stood before him three thousand men, who had voluntarily left their homes, to undergo the hazards and privations of war, for the purpose of protecting the Government from subversion by traitors. He congratulated them upon the prospect of a glorious and final triumph of the Federal arms. In the name of the People of Pennsylvania, he thanked them for the alacrity with which they had hastened to the rescue of their country from the destruction with which dark rebellion threatened it. He saw before him men of every religious creed – of every nation – of every political party - men who had left behind them all personal, religious and political animosities, that they might, by a united effort, keep floating aloft the Stars and Stripes which had for more than four score years been our protection upon every sea and our shield from insult in the most distant lands. At such a time and upon such an occasion, he could make no distinction other than that designated by loyalty or disloyalty to the Government. He embraced them as brothers, engaged in the one holy cause. He reminded them that in their absence the orisons of those left behind them would ascend from the church and the fireside for their protection and safe return. The Governor was peculiarly happy in that portion of his address in which he assured the troops then assembled before him that their wives, their children and their mothers should be cared for in their absence – that the obligation rested upon the Legislature, now in session, to make provision for the families of the soldiers who are absent, defending the Government against the assaults of domestic foes – that he, the Executive, would most cheerfully execute the wishes of the lawmaking power. He recommended speedy action in terms which indicated the deep interest he takes in that which has for its object the welfare of the citizen soldier. The Governor’s eloquent words reached the hearts of his auditory. Expressive silences marked the proceedings. The men drank in every word that came from the speaker’s lips. New vigor seemed to be imparted to the determination of the troops. Take it all in all the Flag presentation of Wednesday last was one of the most cheering exhibitions I have ever witnessed. I must not neglect to allude in proper terms to the well conceived and eloquently spoken replies of the Colonels of the respective Regiments. Their several speeches were evidently the ebullitions of hearts that beat in unison with the patriotic emotions which the Governor’s address had enkindled in the hearts of all around. While the necessary brevity of a letter precludes the possibility of following either the speaker or respondents throughout their entire addresses, I must refer more particularly to one than to the other. Your readers are well aware that the 54th Regiment, commanded by Col. J. M. Campbell, has been designated as the Cambria County Regiment. Of course, more interest is taken by our people in every thing concerning that corps, than is bestowed upon strangers. Your correspondent was influenced by this partiality on the occasion referred to. When the Flag was handed to Col. Campbell, I felt a pride while looking over the fine body of men under his command and this feeling was not diminished while looking from the line to the Regimental and Company officers. The 54th, now on its way to join the army of the Potomac, is as well officered as any Regiment in the field. I feel safe in predicting for it a career of glory and usefulness. Col. Campbell’s reply to the Governor’s address was a most beautiful and appropriate impromptu. It was heard only by a few nearest the stand, the Colonel’s characteristic modesty inducing him to rather hide the merits of his effort than to make himself or it conspicuous. He pledged himself and those whom he represented that that “banner” should never be disgraced – that the members of the 54th would do their duty to the cause in which they had enlisted – that the honor of good old Pennsylvania should be safe in their hands. I much mistake my man if Col. Campbell’s plighted faith be not redeemed. The flying reports that the Army of the Potomac are now engaged along the line, in battle with the enemy, in Virginia causes a great sensation in this quarter. Were it not for the bustle caused by the marching out of the Regiments from this camp, our anxiety would be painful in the extreme. The General Government having taken charge of the telegraph lines, we expect to be kept in the dark for some days. However we have an abiding confidence in the successful result of the Federal arms - that, when the cloud, which now hovers over the battlefield shall have been dispelled, the view presented will be of the most gratifying description – Victory will be seen perched upon the Banners of Freedom – the loud shout of triumph will make the very welkin ring – our brethren in arms will wave back to us the assurance that “all is well.” [Signed] High Private Letter from Kentucky Camp Hambright, Ky., Feb. 21, 1862 The monotony of camp life affords but little of interest to your readers, hence I have been silent for some time; but as there has been a change in our location since my last communication, I shall endeavor to let you know where we are and what we are doing. Gen. Cook’s division (including of course, the Bully 78th) left Camp Wood on Friday, 14th inst. We marched toward Elizabethtown, intending to strike the Ohio at West Point, and then proceed by steamboats. We marched fifteen miles and at sundown turned into a clearing by the roadside. On account of the bad condition of the roads, our teams did not reach us and we were compelled to bivouac. There were two inches of snow on the ground but by burning the brush heaps, fence rails and every other combustible within our reach, we managed to pass without freezing, one of “the coldest nights of the season.” On Saturday we “lay to” until 2 o’clock p.m. waiting for further orders. A dispatch at that hour brought the unwelcome intelligence that our services were not needed by Gen. Grant and that the orders for marching in that direction had been countermanded. We immediately turned our faces toward Green River and proceeded until near night and then halted two miles south of Bacon Creek. The night was passed in the same manner as the preceding one. At 9 a.m. on Sunday we again resumed our march, reaching Mumfordsville at noon. We passed the burial place of those who fell at the battle of Rowlet Station. A neat white paling fence surrounds the spot. >From every twig of the evergreen wreaths, little icicles hung pendent, sparkling like brilliants in the bright sunlight and melting, dropped like tears upon the honored graves of the patriot heroes. We encamped near Rowlet, two miles south of Green River. The camp was called Camp Sirwell in honor of our colonel. On Monday at 7 a.m. we again struck tents and continued our southward march. During the forenoon the rain poured down upon us almost incessantly. The roads were almost impassable in shoes and we were obliged to turn into the woods and fields, thus rendering the march much more fatiguing. The rebels have left their mark along the road over which we passed. They destroyed five miles of railroad by tearing up the track, breaking the rails and burning the ties. They filled the deep cuts at each end of the tunnel between this place and Cave City by rolling a great number of huge rocks on the hill. They tried to fill the tunnel by blasting, but after a few attempts Gen. Hindman abandoned the project, saying, - “The d— d Yankees will wheel the spawls out faster in a wheel barrow than we can blow them in.” The Union men have suffered severely. The charred ruins of stores, dwellings, barns and grain stacks are frequently met with. The splendid and capacious hotel at Cave City, erected for the accommodation of persons visiting the Mammoth Cave is also burned. They drove horses and cattle into the springs and ponds and then shot them in order to corrupt the water and create disease among our troops. This I conceive to be the greatest of their atrocities. It is said that the rebel authorities did not approve of these acts of Gen. Hindman, but of this we have no evidence. We are still on the line of the Louisville and Nashville Rail Road on which there are two thousand men constantly at work, and tomorrow will probably see it repaired as far as Barren River. This camp is 93 miles from Louisville, 22 from Bowling Green and 92 from Nashville. Most of the water used by this brigade is obtained from the Dripping Cave, one of the noted subterraneous caverns which abound in this locality. The news of the present Union victories are received here with great enthusiasm. On the reception of the news from Fort Henry our regiment had a torchlight procession. We formed on the parade ground at “tattoo,” and after paying our respects to Gen. Negley, we proceeded to the camps of the other regiments compiling our brigade. While we were marching and countermarching, Gen. Mitchell whose division lay at Bacon Creek while we were at Camp Wood advanced on and occupied Bowling Green. This caused us no little chagrin for we had been in the advance until then – had built bridges at Rolling Fork, Bacon Creek and Green River - had built depots at bakeries – had repaired the railroad and telegraph lines – had erected a line of fortifications at Green River and hoped to be allowed to proceed to Bowling Green and Nashville, and to lay aside for a while, the axe, pick and spade and bring into use more offensive weapons. The weather has been very changeable for some time. One day may be bright and spring-like, the next dark, cool and raining and one third the earth is covered with a mantle of snow and the cold wind makes us close our Sibleys and keep our little camp stoves in full blast. On such days we can scarcely realize that we are approaching the Sunny South. [Signed] Boanerges ------------------------------------------------------------------ MARRIAGES Married at the residence of the bride’s mother in this place on Tuesday morning, 11th inst., by the Rev. Ll. Powell, Mr. Geo. A. Kinkead to Miss Deborah Evans, both of Ebensburg. -------------------------------------------------------------------- DEATHS Burned to Death The Cambria TRIBUNE says that a little daughter of Mr. J. A. Stemmer of Johnstown, aged about eleven years, was burned to death on Friday evening, 28th inst., under the following circumstances: The little girl was holding the candle while an elder sister was pouring carbon oil from a jug into a small can, when by some means the flame communicated to the oil, exploding with a loud report and inflicting injuries upon the little girl which resulted in her death next morning. Strange to say, the other girl escaped without injury. Dead The little girl, Morgan, whose severe injuries from burning we noticed last week, died on Thursday. _________________________________________________________________ Proud to be a PC? Show the world. Download the “I’m a PC” Messenger themepack now. hthttp://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/119642558/direct/01/

The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, March 6, 1862 Volume 3, Number 24 NEWS Local Etchings Friday of last week was the coldest day of the season thus far. The “maple sugar” season is about at hand. The measles are quite prevalent among the juveniles of Johnstown at the present time. The Cambria TRIBUNE says that a little girl named Morgan was frightfully if not fatally burned in Johnstown one day last week by her clothing taking fire. The Cambria TRIBUNE says that Dr. J. L. Marbourg of Johnstown received orders last week to report himself at Harrisburg immediately for duty as assistant surgeon of volunteers. Glad to hear it and hope it is true! The attendance at court this week is quite respectable. The case of the Commonwealth vs. Samuel Welsh, indictment for rape, was reached yesterday (Tuesday) but is not yet concluded. We will give a synopsis of the most important proceedings in our next issue. War News Gen. Banks’ army occupied Harper’s Ferry unopposed on Wednesday last with all the necessaries for a permanent occupation. The advance took possession of Bolivar Heights yesterday and pushed its reconnaissance to Charlestown and occupied Loudon Heights to prevent any flank movement by the enemy A dispatch from Cairo reports that a great light was seen in the direction of Columbus on Saturday night, indicating that the rebels are evacuating their stronghold, preparatory to a general retreat down the Mississippi. At last accounts, Nashville had been occupied by a portion of Gen. Buell’s army under General Nelson and preparations were being made to pursue the retreating rebels under Gen. Johnson. Brig. Gen. Lander died at Paw Paw, Virginia, on Saturday last. Camp Curtin We are sorry that we have not room this week to publish entire the interesting letter of our Silver Gray correspondent, “High Private.” Herewith we give an extract from it, touching the order for the removal of the troops at Camp Curtin to Washington City: “Camp Curtin is being “cleaned out.” On Wednesday the camp was electrified by the intelligence that an immediate onward march had been ordered. The news was received with an enthusiasm which illustrates the restraint upon the eagerness of the men that has kept them from a participation in the recent conflicts with the enemy. The men seem to walk with elasticity not distinguishable before, bearing their heads aloft with a pride that bespeaks their desire to strike and that effectually for their county, its constitution and its unity. Tents are being struck – knapsacks packed – baggage loaded - soldiers are yelling with delight – confusion seems to reign supreme, in a word, men appear to be mad, yet there seems to be “method in their madness,” as every one is found in his proper place when the word “March” is given. The 54th Regiment – better known as the “Cambria County Regiment,” and for several months past stationed at Camp Curtin – were among the number thus ordered to take up their “onward march.” They are now with the Grand Army of the Potomac. ----------------------------------------------------------------- MARRIAGES Married at the residence of Mr. Thomas Todd in this place on Thursday, 27th ult., by the Rev. Lloyd, Mr. Benjamin F. Williams to Miss Jane Tibbott, both of Ebensburg. We tender our best wishes for the happiness and prosperity of the couple aforesaid and hope they may live forever. --------------------------------------------------------------------- DEATHS Sudden Death Col. H. C. Hughes, formerly Superintendent of the telegraph department at Pittsburg died at Maj. Hamilton’s hotel, Wilmore, on Sunday week. He resided at Hagerstown, Md., but had been adjourning at Mr. Hamilton’s for a considerable length of time. _________________________________________________________________ Proud to be a PC? Show the world. Download the “I’m a PC” Messenger themepack now. hthttp://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/119642558/direct/01/

The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, February 27, 1862 Volume 3, Number 23 War Record A correspondent of the N. Y. TIMES has taken the trouble to collate an accurate account of the operations of the two armies thus far in the campaign, from which it appears, that while making out “preparations” the following battles have been lost and won: Union Victories, 1861 June 2: Philippa June 17: Booneville July 5: Brier Forks (Siegel’s victory)] July 11: Defeat of Pegram by M’Clellan July 13: Carrick’s Ford (death of Garnett, rebel) Aug. 28: Hatteras Forts Sept. 10: Rout of Floyd, Gauley Bridge. Oct. 5: Second defeat of rebels at Hatteras Oct. 8: Santa Rosa Island Oct. 11: Repulse at Southwest Pass Oct. 25: Charge of Fremont’s Guard Oct. 27: Romney (Kelly wounded) Nov. 7: Port Royal Dec. 13: Camp Allegheny, Virginia Dec. 18: 1,300 rebels captured by Pope in Missouri Dec. 18: Dranesville 1862 Second Repulse at Santa Rosa Humphrey Marshall’s rout Capture of rebel batteries in South Carolina Mill Spring (Zollicoffer killed) Fort Henry Roanoke Island Fort Donaldson Rebel Victories: April 12: Sumpter June 10: Big Bethel July 21: Bull Run Sept. 20: Lexington Oct. 25: Massacre of Ball’s Bluff Nov. 7: Belmont Wilson’s Creek Recapitulations: Union victories: 23 Rebel victories: 7 Ratio: 3 to 1 The Rebel Prisoners The number of rebel soldiers now held as prisoners of war by the United States government is about twenty thousand and the question is, “What shall be done with them?” It appears however that a vast prison house has been erected on Johnson’s Island near Sandusky, Ohio, which is thus described. Some ten acres of this Island have been rented and extensive buildings have already been “put up” and are now nearly completed. The buildings erected are of considerable magnitude and number. There are three buildings for officers’ quarters, each 105 feet by 24 and two stories high; one for soldier’s quarters; a sutler’s building; four for quarters for prisoners, each 122 feet by 29 and two stories high; one hospital; one storehouse and two blockhouses. Still other buildings are contemplated as likely to be or become necessary. The structures enumerated are already put up. An ice house is now building and the finishing touches are being put upon the other buildings. The island presents a very animated appearance. The prisoner’s quarters are enclosed by a twelve-foot high, tight board fence, with sentinel walk near the top of the fence, around the entire enclosure of about fifteen acres. The officers and soldiers (guard) quarters are outside of the enclosure and there are now two companies there, awaiting the arrival of the Secesh, who are expected next week. Some idea of what has been done can be formed from the fact that already not far from $30,000 have been expended, that 1,000,000 feet of lumber and 6,000,000 shingles have been used. The buildings have 375 windows each of twelve panes of glass or in other words, 4,500 panes of glass are required to let in daylight and reveal the outer world to the inmates. Local Etchings The people of the Mountain were startled out of their usual propriety on Monday morning by the singular phenomenon of a regular nor’wester, accompanied by thunder and lightening. Flowers in April may be eminently refreshing but we cannot say the same of thunder showers in February. Speaking of the capture of the man, Welsh, who made his escape from our county jail in 1860 the Greensburg HERALD says, “No traces whatever of the whereabouts of the fugitive could be discovered and the authorities had almost despaired of his capture when a few days since it was ascertained that he was residing near New Salem, Westmoreland county, where he was following the business of a miner. One of the Pittsburg police, assisted by the constable of the district, visited his house on Tuesday week and arrested him. It is said he was fully armed and prepared to make a determined resistance but the officers gained access to the house through ruse and then it was too late for him to show fight.” Welsh is now in jail awaiting his trail which will probably come off next week. The dwelling house of John M. Beagle, Juniata township, Blair county, took fire two Sundays ago during the absence of the family at church and was entirely consumed, together with its contents, leaving the family almost totally destitute. We are glad to see in our midst again, looking hale and hearty as ever, Mr. Lewis Jones, resident about one mile from town. Upon the breaking out of the rebellion, Mr. J., who was then attending school in Ohio, attached himself to an Ohio regiment. He was present at and participated in the battle of Cross Lanes, Western Virginia, where he received a severe gunshot wound in the region of the lungs. Being unable to leave the field of action, he was taken prisoner by the rebels. After a captivity of some weeks he was rescued by the Federal troops at Gauley Bridge, where Floyd executed his celebrated retrogressive movement, leaving behind prisoners and pretty much everything else. His wound being of a dangerous nature, he was ordered to Cincinnati to undergo medical treatment. A naturally strong constitution enabled him to triumph over his injuries and he is now we believe about “as good as new.” Mr. J. has received an honorable discharge from the army. Common Schools From the Report of the State Superintendent of Common Schools for the year 1861, we glean the following statistics with reference to the operations of the system in this county: Whole number of schools, 149 Number yet required, 17 Number of male scholars, 3,636 Number of female scholars, 3,224 Number learning German, 145 Number of male teachers, 114 Number of female teachers, 33 Amt. levied for school purposes, $18,731.32 Amt. levied for building purposes, $5,953.68 Amt. recd. from State appropriations, $2,932.80 Personal Maj. Litzinger of the 11th regiment, P. R. C. having recently been prostrated by a severe illness is now at home on a brief furlough. He is recovering slowly. Capt. Wm. Linton of the cavalry company now forming in this county was also in town during the beginning of the present week. He reports his command in a flourishing condition. Co. A, 11th Regt. By a private letter from Camp Pierpont, we learn that John J. Storey and Joseph A. Pfoff, both members of this company, have been detached for gunboat service on the western waters. They are both from this county. Court Matter List of Jurors for March Term of Cambria County Courts, 1862 Grand Jurors Chas. M’Manamy, Foreman, Allegheny, Farmer Abrams, David, Carroll, Farmer Amigh, John, Susquehanna, Farmer Burgoon, Jos., Washington, Farmer Bender, Henry, Carroll, Farmer Croyle, Joseph, Croyle, Farmer Collins, Peter, Sr., Ebensburg, Gentleman Douglass, Jas., Carroll, Farmer Cooper, Henry, Johnstown, Machinist Hackworth, John, Blacklick, Smith Kelley, James, Allegheny, Farmer Levergood, Peter, Johnstown, Tanner M’Gough, Thos., Jr., Summerhill, Farmer M’Closkey, Hugh, Washington, Farmer Moyers, Vendel, Croyle, Farmer O’Jones, John, Cambria, Farmer Parrish, Francis, Allegheny, Teacher Sharbaugh, John, Summitville, Justice Smay, Wm., Summerhill, Laborer Snyder, Christian, Jackson, Farmer Stephens, David, Summitville, Laborer Urban, Peter, Chest Springs, Carpenter Will, Anthony, Chest Springs, Shoemaker Zahm, D. C., Ebensburg, Printer Traverse Jurors – First Week Adams, Thos., Alleghany, Farmer Burnheimer, Mathias, Cambria, Farmer Burdine, John, White, Farmer Burk, John, Croyle, Farmer Crum, Ephriam, Wilmore, Sawyer Cring, David, Richland, Farmer Confer, Daniel, Conemaugh, Innkeeper Crea, George, White, Farmer Cover, William, Johnstown, Mechanic Craver, Valentine, Summerhill, Farmer Donoughe, Patrick, Allegheny, Farmer Dugan, Neal, Wilmore, Farmer Earhart, Peter, Carroll, Farmer Fleck, Francis, Carrolltown, Smith Flannagan, John, Johnstown, Gentleman Funk, Joseph, Jackson, Farmer Fry, Sebastian, Loretto, Cabinet Maker Farner, David, Conemaugh, Carpenter Gutwalt, Joseph, Carroll, Farmer Gates, Joel, Chest, Farmer Griffith, Abner, Conemaugh, Farmer Good, Abraham, Taylor, Farmer Hildebrand, Sam’l., Conemaugh, Farmer Helfrich, Nicholas, Chest, Farmer Jones, D. W., Cambria, Farmer Kirkpatrick, Henry, Carroll, Farmer Kerney, John D., Conemaugh, Agent Kurtz, George, Millville, Innkeeper Luther, Jacob, Jr., Susquehanna, Farmer Luther, D. A., Carroll, Carpenter Murray, Jas., (North) Cambria, Farmer Metzgar, David, Johnstown, Innkeeper M’Connell, Francis, Clearfield, Farmer M’Connell, Thomas, Summerhill, Farmer Miller, John, Jr., Yoder, Farmer M’Bride John, Cambria, Farmer Noon, Michael, Carroll, Farmer Orricks, Jonathan, Conemaugh, Collier Plitt, Lewis, Johnstown, Merchant Ream, Elias, Richland, Farmer Scanlan, Henry, Carrolltown, Justice Stultz, Adam, Carrolltown, Carpenter Storm, Arthur, Summitville, Farmer Stull, W. H., Richland, Farmer Stremmill, Henry, Johnstown, Shoemaker Sisler, William, Yoder, Farmer Voughtly, Victor, Johnstown, Printer Walters, Henry, Summerhill, Farmer Traverse Jurors – Second Week Adams, M. M., Washington, Farmer Ager, Andrew, Washington, Miner Barnes, William, Ebensburg, Coach Maker Benshoof, Solomon, Taylor, Farmer Burkhart, David, Susquehanna, Farmer Connery, John, Cambria, Farmer Conrad, James, Washington, Miller Croft, John, Johnstown, Tailor Durbin, Augustin, Munster, Farmer Davis, Richard B., Cambria, Farmer Dunmire, Samuel, Richland, Farmer Dunmire, Daniel, Croyle, Farmer Englebaugh, George, Johnstown, Merchant Eberly, Francis, Munster, Farmer Fyock, Samuel, Conemaugh, Farmer Farren, John, Cambria, Farmer Grumbling, Adam S., Richland, Farmer Glass, Christopher, Susquehanna, Farmer Gallagher, James, Carroll, Farmer Good, Jacob, Taylor, Farmer Huffman, Joseph, Conemaugh, Farmer Harrison, Christian, Jackson, Farmer Harshberger, Isaac, Richland, Farmer Hays, Hiram, Richland, Surveyor Hogue, Thomas, Allegheny, Farmer James, William, Cambria, Farmer James, Lewis, Jackson, Farmer Kingston, John, Conemaugh, Grocer Lloyd, Washington, Susquehanna, Lumberman Matthews, Samuel, White, Farmer Myers, John B., Loretto, Innkeeper Murray, William, Croyle, Merchant M’Dowell, George, Millville, Watchman Pringle, William, Croyle, Farmer Plough, Emanuel, Conemaugh, Farmer Parrish, Joseph A., Summit, Merchant Plummer, Elisha, Croyle, Farmer Richards, William, Yoder, Farmer Rodgers Lewis, Ebensburg, Printer Rink, John, Blacklick, Farmer Sharbaugh, Jacob, Carroll, Smith Shiry, Peter, Allegheny, Farmer Storm, Lewis, Clearfield, Farmer Summerville, James, Susquehanna, Farmer Trefts, Jacob, Johnstown, Butcher Trexler, David, Allegheny, Farmer Williams, Jared, Johnstown, Innkeeper Walters, Englebert, Johnstown, Teamster Traverse Jurors – Third Week Allenbaugh, Henry, Summerhill, Farmer Angus, Abraham, Taylor, Farmer Adams, John, Clearfield, Farmer Bearer, John, Susquehanna, Farmer Bruce, George, Allegheny, Farmer Bungardner, Jos., Richland, Farmer Buck, Jerome, Carroll, Miller Bumford, Richard, Cambria, Farmer Bracken, Michael, Conemaugh, Farmer Criste, Peter J., Loretto, Carpenter Callan, Wm., Johnstown, Carpenter Crostian, James, Richland, Farmer Cover, Amos, Taylor, Farmer Dougherty, John, Ebensburg, Tailor Eckenrode, James, Carroll, Farmer Ellis, Enos, Summerhill, Farmer Eckley, John, Summitville, Laborer Evans, Daniel O., Ebensburg, Tanner Fronheiser, Jacob, Johnstown, Merchant Foy, David, Richland, Farmer Freighthoof, Nicholas, Munster, Farmer Gosard, Christian, Conemaugh, Farmer Geis, Joseph, Richland, Farmer Gaughenour, Daniel Sr., Taylor, Farmer Kibler, Jacob, Chest, Farmer Lloyd John J., Ebensburg, Clerk Logan, Samuel, Johnstown, Clerk Moore, Joseph, Johnstown, Shoemaker Moore, Francis, Allegheny, Farmer M’Gough George, Clearfield, Sawyer Orr, William, Johnstown, Cabinet Maker O’Haro, Samuel, Munster, Farmer O’Haro, David, Munster, Farmer Plitt, Charles, Johnstown, Butcher Randolph, George, Wilmore, Innkeeper Ream, William, Yoder, Farmer Ream, Isaac, Summerhill, Farmer Shaffer, John, Conemaugh, Farmer Singer, Jacob, Conemaugh, Farmer Shaffer, Emanuel, Johnstown, Carpenter Strayer, Joseph, Yoder, Farmer Schrothe, Lawrence, Carrolltown, Innkeeper Woods, Michael, Johnstown, Laborer Weakland, Anslam, Chest, Farmer Wright, Joseph, Summerhill, Farmer Wittle, Conrad, Johnstown, Laborer Weakland, Simon, Allegheny, Farmer Yoner, Martin, Chest, Farmer ------------------------------------------------------------------- DEATHS Death of the President’s Son How truthfully has it been said that “Death is no respecter of persons!” He enters the places of the rich as well as the humble cottages of the poor and alike, robs each of its cherished inmates. Of late he has been so busy upon the battlefield that we have almost forgotten to look elsewhere for the effects of his desolating hand. But we should never be unmindful of the sad and terrible fact, that whoever we are – no matter what our relations or connections – no matter how rich or poor, how high or low, how great or small – it is but a question of time with us all; and that sooner or later, we and those we love must yield to the fist of the grim and cruel monster, and take up our journey through the dark and mysterious Valley of the Shadow of Death. We have been led into these reflections by the sad bereavement which has so recently come upon the household of the Chief Magistrate of the nation. Little Willie Lincoln departed this life at the White House, in Washington City, on Thursday last. His disease was typhoid fever, a malady of which another son of the President is also lying seriously ill. Little Willie was only twelve years old and was the darling of his parents. They are now called upon to mourn his untimely loss whilst the nation is exulting over a serious of brilliant victories achieved by the Union armies. No one could more fittingly rejoice in these glorious triumphs of our arms than the President himself. But alas! His cup of sweetness – the sure prospect of the safety of his country – has been mixed with the bitterness of the death of his little boy. He deserves and will receive _________________________________________________________________ Windows Live Hotmail now works up to 70% faster. http://windowslive.com/Explore/Hotmail?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_hotmail_acq_faster_112008

The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, February 20, 1862 Volume 3, Number 22 Local Etchings An Irishman named Herbert was arrested in Millville borough on Monday week upon the charge of assault and battery with intent to kill. The victim of the villain’s malice was his own wife, whom it was scarcely expected would survive the inhuman treatment received at his hands. This representative of the M. O. W. B. is now in jail, to await his trial at the coming session of our county Court. The dwelling house of Henry Caster in Richland Township together with its contents was entirely destroyed by fire on Thursday of last week. The loss is estimated at from $1,100 to $1,200. So we learn from the Cambria TRIBUNE. We are sorry to learn that our kind and obliging young friend, Mr. William Woolverton, for several years Telegraph Operator at Wilmore has been transferred to Harrisburg to act in a similar capacity. We wish him success in his new posish. Mr. Lewis James of Cambria township met with a rather serious casualty at Johnstown one day last week. He was driving a two-horse wagon across the railroad at that place when a train of cars came suddenly upon him, the locomotive striking and killing one horse and maiming the other and shattering the wagon to atoms. Mr. J. himself was caught by some portion of the train and dragged a considerable distance, injuring him severely but not fatally. A rather bad accident, but still a narrow escape. We are rejoiced to learn that Wm. H. Gardner, Esq., of Wilmore, has received the appointment of a clerkship in the Treasury Department at Washington. He is abundantly competent for the duties of the position and will make a No. 1 official. Saturday next, the 22d inst. is the anniversary of the birthday of the Father of this Country – Washington. We have as yet heard of no steps being taken for a proper observance of the occasion. The Indiana MESSENGER says that John M’Callen of that borough a man between sixty and seventy years of age has joined a military company in that county and been mustered into the United States services! All honor the brave old patriot!” Interesting to Teachers A bill has been introduced into the lower branch of the State Legislature making the school week to consist of five days only. The enactment of such a law, it appears to us, would be simply an act of justice to an overworked and, as a general rule, underpaid class of individuals. We hope it may go through. Personal It gives us much pleasure to learn that our friend and fellow citizen, Thomas A. Maguire, Esq., has been elected Second Lieutenant of the celebrated “Silver Grays,” now stationed at Camp Curtin. This honor has been well conferred. Mr. M. will not be what is now so common in our army – a mere “paper officer.” He has served a good and sufficient apprenticeship in the ranks – as a “High Private,” in fact and is thereby perfectly qualified to set a squadron in the tented field, if need be, or initiate the raw recruit into the mystery of the profession of Mars. We congratulate him on his promotion and hope this may be only the first turn of Fortunatus wheel for him. The Silver Grays are now fully organized, the Captain and Lieutenants having received their commissions from Governor Curtin. Sheriff’s Sales The following is an abstract of the real estate advertised to be exposed to public sale by the Sheriff of Cambria County on Monday, 3d of March next: John S. Rhey, Ebensburg borough, half lot of ground with two-story frame house and stable. William A. Alter, Johnstown borough, lot of ground with two-story plank house. Theresa Fromald, Johnstown borough, part of lot of ground with two- story brick house and plank stable. John E. McKinzie and Peter J. McKinzie, Chest Springs borough, two lots of ground, with three-story plank house and frame stable. Findley Cameron, Carroll township, piece or parcel of land containing fifty acres with a saw-mill. Martin Miller, Susquehanna township, piece or parcel of land containing fifty acres, forty acres cleared, with one-and-a-half story plank house and log barn. John Ott, Johnstown borough, lot of ground, with two-story plank house and plank stable. Terrence Delozier, Carroll township, piece or parcel of land, containing forty acres, five acres cleared, with two-story plank house and plank stable. A. J. Weakland, Clearfield township, piece or parcel of land containing one hundred and seventy three acres, one acre cleared, with plank house, log house, plank stable and saw-mill. Jacob A. Alter, Johnstown borough, lot of ground with two-story plank house. Muster Roll of the Silver Grays In lieu of a communication our excellent Silver Gray correspondent, “High Private,” this week sends us the annexed list of the commissioned and non-commissioned officers and privates of the company. It will be interesting as a matter of reference to the many friends of the Old Men of Cambria: Commissioned Officers: Captain: William Palmer First Lieutenant: James Murray Second Lieutenant: Thomas A. Maguire Non-Commissioned Officers: First Sergeant: Gideon Marlett Sergeants: James A. M’Gough James Moorhouse George Shank George W. Stalb Corporals: Samuel Riddle John Kinkead Carl Schmidt Zachariah Leff George W. Orris John Cunningham Daniel T. Jones John Murray Musician: Charles C. Teeter. Privates: Joseph Adams William Aventrue Darius Ayers John Burgoon Sr. John Burgoon Jr. Thomas Butler John Bohanan James Brown John Brown Joseph Creighton William Cowan Robert Cassiday John Cramer Thomas Cannan Gabriel Carpenter James Duffey Jacob Downey William Davis Howell Davis Daniel Davis John Eastright P. W. Fortenbaugh John W. Gerber Daniel Gross Henry Hanning John Hartzinger Thomas Hocker William P. Jones Hugh Kearnan Daniel Kaufman Michael Karrigan James Kennedy Josiah Lybarger Solomon Leah David Lloyd George Leslie Jacob Ludwick James M’Coy Dennis M’Laughlin Hugh M’Mullin William Mangus Watson M’Geary John M’Govern Rodger M’Enally James Myers William M’Elearr Thomas Miller George C. M’Graw Bernard M’Allister James C. M’Closkey James R. Nesbit James P. Potts Thomas Reese Charles Reilly David G. Reese Joseph Roberts Alexander Riggs Peter Rager Samuel Routh Adam Rudolph William Sands Henry H. Speise John Schmuck Nicholas Shara William S. Smith William Turner Richard C. Trotter John Vanard Bernard Warde Griffith W. Williams Jacob Waltz Howell Woodbridge James Young John W. Young Samuel Yaughen Of the foregoing number, fifty-eight hail from Little Cambria. _________________________________________________________________ Windows Live Hotmail now works up to 70% faster. http://windowslive.com/Explore/Hotmail?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_hotmail_acq_faster_112008

The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, February 13, 1862 Volume 3, Number 21 The house of Wm. Carland in Allegheny twp., this county, together with its contents was completely destroyed by fire on the night of the 30th ult. The borough election, which is to be held on Friday week, appears to absorb very little public attention. The first step toward naming candidates for the various offices remains yet to be taken. On Saturday last Mr. Jack M’Bride, a teamster in the employ of Mr. P. Collins, in this place had one of his legs fractured by a mule stumbling and falling upon him. A squad of about forty recruits for Capt. Linton’s cavalry company left this county for Philadelphia on Saturday last. The officers of the company are: Captain William Linton; 1st Lieutenant, Geo. J. Rodgers; 2d Lieutenant, Chas. Zimmerman, Jr.; 1st Sergeant, George Wehn. A Villain Nabbed Samuel Welsh, who will be remembered as the individual incarcerated in our county jail in the summer of 1860 for the heinous offence of committing a rape upon the person of a married woman in Jackson township, and who made his escape there from after a confinement of about a month was recaptured in Allegheny City on Monday. He was removed hither on Tuesday and remanded to jail where it is to be hoped he will remain until he secures the just retribution of his crime. Accident Mr. John Bumford, of this place, met with an accident one day last week which came well-nigh proving fatal. When driving a sled down the descent from the west end of town the locking-machine came in contact with a stone, causing it to fly back suddenly and with great force and striking Mr. B. a terrific blow in the region of the left eye. He was severely and even dangerously injured but is now recovering. Letter from the Silver Grays Camp Curtin, Feby. 10, 1862 Another week has passed and with it the usual occurrences which distinguish a life in camp from that in the outer world. A camp may, with propriety, be termed a world in miniature in which all the phases of human character are exhibited – in which good is separated from evil – vice from virtue - kindness from misanthropy – in a word, the opposites which struggle for mastery in the soul of man here develop themselves and are made manifest in the causal observer. A stern necessity arises from this state of things, that law and order be maintained by the punishment of the violator of them. There are peculiarities which belong to the kind of chastisement and the manner of its infliction. Incarceration is the general punishment meted out to the evil doer. A restraint upon liberty – and a temporary deprivation of food have been found to work admirably in preventing the infringement of the established rules of the camp. When these fail in accomplishing the desired end, the more summary and degrading sentence “to be drummed out of camp,” is passed upon the prisoner. There are however lesser inflictions for lesser crimes. The particular scale depends very much upon “the inventive genius” of the commanding officer. I have witnessed the condemned “driven on foot” over the grounds, with an empty flour barrel upon his head. I have seen others marching from point to point, under the direction of a guard, having their knapsacks heavily loaded, strung upon their backs. Notwithstanding all this, we have the evil disposed among us who laugh at the “pains and penalties” of the law. After having viewed the whole subject I have come to the conclusion that a Camp is not the place to secure a reformation, nor will a sojourn in it make saints out of sinners. For the first time since the entrance of the “Silver Grays” into Camp Curtin, one of our members has been an occupant of the Hospital. A few days ago John Murray, a private, formerly residing in Johnstown was taken to the retreat for invalids. This building is within the Camp enclosure and is so constructed and furnished as to afford every comfort possible to its afflicted inmates. For cleanliness it cannot be surpassed. It is a credit to those who originated it and to those who preside over it. The Hospital is attended by skillful physicians, among whom I must particularize Surgeon Frow having become somewhat acquainted with him. In the Doctor I can easily discern the sympathizer with the afflicted - a heart overflowing with the milk of human kindness – a hand ever ready to minister to the wants of those seeking his protecting care – and a thorough knowledge of his profession. Were all the Surgeons in the Army like unto Surgeon Frow, there would be less suffering and fewer victims for the stern destroyer, Death. But the Government has not stopped at this, in providing for the welfare of the sick in Camp Curtin. The benevolent and self-sacrificing Sisters of Mercy have volunteered their services to soothe the soldier’s fevered brow, to offer the cooling draught to his parched lips, and to confer upon him all those attentions which woman alone can suggest. Our sick comrade is nursed by these Servants of Him from whom proceedeth “every good and perfect gift.” His confidently expected restoration will be another exemplification of the triumphs of charity upon earth. Expectation is on tip-top, in reference to the proposed “Keystone Naval Expedition.” The “Harrisburg Telegraph” of this morning has the following which may be considered as foreshadowing the result of Governor Curtin’s praiseworthy efforts to add to the already well earned fame of Pennsylvania’s sons now in the field: “Unofficial information received in this city today from parties in Washington who have large access to knowledge of the plans of the government, lead us to believe that the proposition of Gov. Curtin to organize a naval expedition with the troops now in this State is most favorably considered by the President and Cabinet. Judging from this favor, and the high repute in which the military energy of Pennsylvania is now regarded by the country, we have a right to look for a speedy order on the subject and the fitting out of an expedition at the wharves of Philadelphia, in every respect commensurate with the power and the resources of Pennsylvania.” In my last I proposed to devote a portion of this letter to the Cambria County Regiment (the 54th) commanded by that true soldier and gentleman, Col. J. M. Campbell. You are aware that this Regiment is the realization of an idea originated with Col. Campbell. His object seems to have been to organize a corps in which our county would feel an interest from the fact that a large portion of it would be composed of her sturdy yeomanry. The consummation has been triumphantly realized and Col. Campbell’s Regiment stands forth as honor to its projectors and a source of pride to our “Mountain home.” The Regimental Staff is composed of Col. Campbell, Lieut. Col. McDermitt, Major Linton, Adjutant Rose, and Quartermaster Gordon. Take these gentlemen, collectively or individually and I challenge the production of their superiors from any other county in the State. Great praise has been awarded the 54th as a well drilled body of men. Their physique is not surpassed by any corps in this camp. Officers and privates are of the right stamp. Their friends at home may rest assure that Cambria’s escutcheon will not be tarnished by either one or the other. The Regiment, in its present stage of organization, is composed of four companies from Cambria, three from Somerset and one from Dauphin county. The Cambria companies are commanded by Captains Suter, Bonacker, Lapsley and Graham. These officers were well known to your readers as being worthy sons of our proud little county. They have the confidence and respect of their respective commands. Our adjoining county, Old Mother Somerset, furnishes three fine companies, as a portion of Col. Campbell’s Regiment. These are commanded by Captains Hite, Yutzy and Long. I have not the pleasure of an acquaintance with either of these gentlemen but I only reiterate that which is attested by those who have, when I assert that they are worthy companions in arms for our own county’s noble sons. They will, it the hour of battle, stand side by side as men having but one soul, animated by one great glorious holy ambition, to sustain our Flag and secure the integrity of the Union. The 54th will soon be completed by two more companies being attached. In the event of the proposed Naval Expedition as suggested by our patriotic Governor, being adopted as a part of the plan of the General Government, it will take a prominent place in that enterprise. It is to be hoped that such may be the destiny of the Cambria Regiment. It would open the path to glory, so anxiously desired by officers and men. [Signed] High Private List of Letters Remaining in the Post Office at Ebensburg up to February 6: M. S. Adams Daniel Brown Geo. W. Brown Emma Bryan Daniel J. Davis - 2 James R. Davis Barney Delancy John Elder Sr. - 3 Irvin Edwards Bertha Eger Mrs. Margt. Evans Miss Jane Evans Miss Ann Evans Mr. J. Evans Mrs. Margaret Evans Hugh Evans Evan Griffith Daniel Garman - 2 W. W. Griffith T. H. Humphreys Thos. Hughes Susan Harkins E. J. Humphreys Ely E. Hyatt Miss Margt. Hines Patrick Hays H. J. Humphreys Benjamin Hinds Miss Jane Jones David T. James Miss Susan James Evan James Miss Margt. James Bernard Kelly Ann Kurtz J. C. Luke L. K. Lane Silas Lewis Anna May Leff Philomena Moser Miss Rebecca Miller Mrs. Mary Minser James McCloskey Mrs. Catharine Miller Miss Amanda Ott Mrs. Wm. O’Connell Mrs. Margt. Pringle Mrs. Susan Pryce Miss Mary J. Reese Miss Jane Roberts Miss Ellen Short Wm. Simmons John Singer Wm. Scowdin Wm. Wilson E. Williams Wm. J. Wens Thos. Williams Persons inquiring for the Above letters will please say they are advertised. John Thompson, P. M., Ebensburg, Feb. 6, 1862 Trial List The following is the list of cause set down for trial at the court of Common Pleas of Cambria County, commencing on Monday, 3d March, 1862: First Week Stremmill vs. Handshue Richardson et al vs. Hohman, et al Henley vs. Warner Fronhiser vs. Penrod Cassiday vs. Petty’s Admir. Commonwealth vs. Roberts, et al Same vs. same Glass vs. Flinn Ex’rs. Morrison vs. Murray, et al Griffith vs. Rose, et al Matthew vs. Troxell Noble vs. Same Tiley vs. Moyer, et al Com’th for use vs. Moores Rise Admr. vs. Fockler & Ellis Eager vs. Thompson Luose vs. Vogel M’Quaide vs. Boyer Admr. MARRIAGES Barker-Allen Married at the residence of the bride’s father on the 1st inst., by the Rev. S. T. Show, Mr. Gilbert A. Barker, formerly of Maine to Miss Elizabeth Allen of Chest Springs, Cambria County. ----------------------------------------------------------------- DEATHS John Harshberger John Harshberger, a member of Capt. Bonaker’s company, 54th regiment, Col. Campbell, was killed on the railroad in Harrisburg some days since by being run over by a train of cars. A suspicion of foul play in the premises is entertained from the reason that the unfortunate man was known to have been in possession of some seventeen dollars a short time before his death, whereas but five cents were found upon him afterwards. William Lewis William Lewis, a track layer in the employ of the Cambria Iron Company, while standing on the track in front of one of the drifts in the ore mines on Saturday week, was stuck, knocked down and run over by a car issuing from the drift and so severely injured that he died the following day. Sudden Death The community was startled on Monday by the report of the death of Mrs. Jackson, wife of Dr. R. M. S. Jackson of Cresson, this county. She died at Harrisburg on the Sunday preceding, after an illness of but short duration. She was well known here and highly esteemed for her many virtues. Peace to her ashes! Died Died at her residence in Clark county, Missouri, on the 10th ult. of inflammation of the breast, the wife of James Duane Stark, aged 54 years. Many of the friends of the deceased live in Cambria county. _________________________________________________________________ Color coding for safety: Windows Live Hotmail alerts you to suspicious email. http://windowslive.com/Explore/Hotmail?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_hotmail_acq_safety_112008

The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, February 6, 1862 Volume 3 Number 20 NEWS Fifty-Fourth Penna. Vols. Camp Curtin, Jany. 29, 1862 A most consoling event has transpired in Camp Curtin today, tending somewhat to relive the monotony of camp life. One of Uncle Sam’s agents has visited us and we are now reveling in the passion of numerous Treasury Notes. Did you ever witness a fox chase and see a pack of lean, lank hounds speeding after “Reynard” with loud howls of delight as they closed in upon their prey? If so you then can form a faint idea of the scene of excitement we witnessed here when the Pay Master made his long, wished-for appearance among us. It was, indeed amusing to see the various means the men took to show their delight. Some of the most laughable of antics were performed, not only by the beardless soldiers but old grey-headed men, whom one would think had seen enough of the world to be somewhat philosophical and sensible, joined in the sport. It seemed almost impossible for the vast majority of the men to wait patiently until their turn came to be paid. But at length the Pay Master concluded his labors and all the men have been paid up to the first day of January, 1862. The majority of the men in our Regiment have sent almost all of their money home, reserving but a small portion for themselves. No doubt this will be decidedly gratifying to the friends at home, who very likely need the cash. Harrisburg is now filled with soldiers who are spending a considerable quantity of their cash for liquors of various kinds, and, in anticipation of some of them getting a little obstreperous, Adjutant Jennings has detailed a large force from the good old 54th to keep down any noisy movement. You may depend upon it they will settle the obstreperous in “double quick.” And, by the way, let me say that since our Regiment became known in this camp, we have invariably been called upon by Adjutant Jennings to settle any difficulty that has occurred. At one time a number of men belonging to a Regiment which has since left Camp Curtin, became incensed at the camp Sutler and determined to tear down his building and in fact, had congregated for that purpose; but a sergeant’s guard of the 54th soon settled the matter. But for a long time, fearing there might be an outbreak, our boys stood guard over the building and no harm was done it. For the last three months, our men have been nightly detailed to do “patrol” and “picket” duty; and as an evidence of how well they attend to their duties, I merely mention the fact that no other Regiment has been called upon in a similar capacity since we have been here. Composed as our Regiment is, of stout, hearty mountaineers, and the vast majority of them possessing a very fair share of education and intelligence, our men have not only the muscle but the will and determination to execute all orders given them; they are to be trusted with the most responsible duties. I for one feel far more confidence in an intelligent and educated soldiery than in that class of men who simply perform their duty because they know nothing else. Soldiers in active service should be machines, but intelligent machines. The reasoning and observant soldier knows that success in war depends upon the perfect working of each and every part of the grand machinery of which an army is composed. He feels that he is a material potion of the army and that without his aid the officers can do nothing – that he is a co-worker with his officers and that it is his duty not to command but to obey. With the dull, stupid soldier, this is not the case. He obeys because he has been taught, perhaps by experience, that unless he does so he will be punished. Of the former class of men, the grand army of the North is composed and with such, our able generals must eventually conquer the dupes of Secession notwithstanding their masked batteries and boasted valor. Mingled with us are the lively, chivalrous Irishmen, who fight nobly, bravely, in any other but their own native land; the stern valiant Germans who are ever ready to strike a blow for Freedom; the self-reliant Englishman and the blythe Welshman. Combining, as we do, the impetuosity of the French with the stubborn valor of the English and German troops, I feel fully satisfied to venture my prediction that when the tug comes, the 54th will do its work with a will. Our Regiment is every day increasing in numbers, and we are now of the belief that we are soon to be filled up and sent to Philadelphia, to be brigaded and sent off to “Dixie” in an exclusively Pennsylvania expedition. Gov. Curtin is urging the adoption of this step on the War Department and we hope he may succeed. At all events, we feel certain we will soon leave this place and the sooner the better. What the good citizens of Harrisburg will do when we are gone, I know not, and where Adjutant Jennings will find men to take the place of the 54th for extra guard we can’t imagine; but we hope he will be generous enough to admit our worth, and say that the noble spirits of which our various companies are composed are fit for a higher duty than “chicken coop guarding.” Our companies are as follows: Co. A., Captain J. P. Suter – 98 men Co. B., Captain John Hite – 101 men Co. C., Captain E. D. Utzy – 101 men Co. D., T. H. Lapsly – 73 men Co. E., Captain T. Graham – 93 men Co. F., Captain G. W. Davis - 83 men Co. G., Captain F. B. Long – 61 men Co. I., Captain W. Bonacker – 96 men Leaving companies H and K yet to be supplied. Two of our companies are, you will perceive, under the minimum, but they will soon be filled and this, with companies H and K will give us more men than any Regiment that has left camp since we have been here. We have also the very finest Brass Band that has ever been in this camp. The men to fill us out, we understand, are in Camp Curtin at present and but a few days will intervene until I write you a full detail of our organization. [Signed] Horace Nineteenth Regular Infantry Indianapolis, Jany. 27, 1862 Our company – Co. C., 19th regular infantry – is in tip-top condition. We are progressing rapidly in matters appertaining to the drill and enjoy excellent health. We have had as yet no hardships to endure. We are better paid, better fed, better clothed and better treated than are the soldiers of any other nation; and all we now desire is to be afforded an opportunity to make a dash at the enemy to prove our love for our generous and beneficent government. I observe that among your correspondents you have none belonging to the regular army. I – as a representative of this latter class-beg leave to say a few words to dispel an erroneous idea which is, however, fast becoming obsolete. I refer to the manner in which discipline is administered in the regular service. Before enlisting we were told that the officers exercised undue authority over their men that they tyrannized over them and in fact, did with them pretty much as they pleased. When our company was being organized many of us preferred joining the volunteers, but after weighing matters and things we concluded to try fighting under West Point officers. Since doing so, we have found that we acted wisely. Our officers are the best and kindest hearted men that could possibly be found, in no way approximating to “tyrants.” The fact is, if a man sets like a man he is treated as a man, here as well as elsewhere. Our company idolizes Capt. Williams. He is considered the finest officer in our regiment. He possess an eminent degree that peculiar Napoleonic power of commanding the love and respect of all with whom he comes in contact. His subordinates, Lieuts. Snyder and Hays, are splendid fellows who do their duty nobly and faithfully. As regards, Sergt. Tom Davis, it is wonderful how soon he has jumped into the traces. He almost worships Capt. Williams and the Capt. is of opinion that there is not Tom’s equal on God’s Earth. He is certainly one of the best orderlies in the service, and the boys love him as a father. Last week we were paid off. The greater portion of our wages was sent to the loved ones at home. This is an advantage we possess over the volunteers – we never have to wait for our pay. Do not imagine, however, that we set any store by this fact. We are here to fight, not to make money. Today our company presented Capt. Williams with a pair of magnificent silver-mounted pistols, as a slight manifestation of the esteem in which he is regarded by rank and file. He responded in a few happy remarks, thanking the donors. The victory of Somerset, Ky., has set us in a blaze of excitement. We expect marching thither shortly. I will let you hear from us again in due course of time. [Signed] Keystone Letter from the Silver Grays Camp Curtin, Feby. 3, 1862 The Paymaster has been among us, scattering broadcast over the Camp the very welcome promises of Uncle Samuel to pay his defenders for services which have been rendered, or for the time occupied in the preparation to properly discharge the duties which belong to a solder’s career. The “Silver Grays,” altho’ they have not been here for so long a time as some others, received a share of the pile. The Government has done the thing handsomely, so far as the privates are concerned, having paid them from the day of enrollment. The commissioned officers have not fared so well. The General Government fixes the date from which payment is calculated at the time such officers were mustered into the service of the United States. It is to be hoped that the Legislature, now in session, will make an appropriation to pay the officers for the time between the dates of enrollment and mustering in. This would be but just to a class of men who have exerted themselves with all the energy with which they are gifted to recruit and bring into the field a body of citizen soldiers that are a credit to the Keystone State. The volunteers encamped here have been paid up to the 1st day of the present year. In the beginning of March they will be paid for the months of January and February. It is most gratifying fact that the greater part of the funds received by the men has been remitted home. Indeed there is little need for money in camp beyond the trifling amount required for necessary incidentals. The Government provides all the substantials in eating as well as comfortable clothing. If luxuries are to be enjoyed they must be supplied at the expense of him who may have the benefit of them and not from the public store room. Much speculation is now afloat as to the future movements of the soldiers in this camp. It is generally credited that Governor Curtin has made a proposition to the War Department, offering twelve Regiments, full and complete, for any Southern enterprise that may be within the programme of the General Government. The only condition connected with this tender is that these Regiments may be kept together throughout the campaign and that it may be recognized as a Pennsylvania Division. This proffer is highly creditable to the wise head and patriotic heart of the Governor. Loyal as he is to the country as a whole he does not lose sight of the honor and pride of our good old Commonwealth. As a Pennsylvanian, though humble I may be, I thank him for his manifestation of watchful care over those who have chosen him as the Executive of the State. It is evidently his design to adopt in this matter, the policy which so opportunely called the Pennsylvania Reserve Corps into existence. That was a most wise forethought which discerned in the distance the urgent demand for a prompt supply of volunteers to take the place made vacant by the expiration of the term of enlistment of the three months men. The Administration of Washington, having already had so strong proof of Governor Curtin’s prudence will undoubtedly give his latter offer a favorable consideration. Some penny-a-liner from Washington to the New York press has made a grossly false statement in relation to the volunteers stationed in this camp. He promulgates a deliberately concocted lie by stating that the soldiers here had engaged in riot and revolt in consequence of the non- payment of their respective claims against the Government. Prior to the appearance of the Paymaster on Monday last, there was not the least appearance of outbreak. After the distribution had been made, there ran through the camp a perfect “buzz” of satisfaction, indicating that the men appreciated the “manner” as well as the “matter” of payment. Camp Curtin is under the immediate command of Col. Meridith and Lieut. Col. Hoffman than whom there are not more gallant and courteous officers in the volunteer service. Prompt in the condemnation and punishment of flagrant violations of the Rules and Regulations of the camp, they are equally ready to discerning and approving merit, wherever and upon whomever found. The “Silver Grays” have heard of the approbation expressed by these officers, and let me assure you, they can and do fully appreciate the compliment and respect the source whence it emanated. In my previous letters, I have confined myself in the main to “matters and things” in which the “Silver Grays” are interested. I must plead guilty to the charge of selfishness, in thus restricting my “remarks” to our own circle while our good, whole-souled and soldierly Countrymen forming a part of Col. J. M. Campbell’s Regiment are quartered within a stone’s throw of our barracks. This Regiment is officered by men of sterling worth in whose present and future the People of Cambria County feel great interest. I propose in my succeeding correspondence to “extend myself” beyond our own quarters and look into those of our Cambria neighbors. I feel well assured that neither Col. Campbell, Lieut. Col. McDermitt, Major Linton, Adj. Rosen nor Captains Bonaker, Suter, Lapsley and Graham will charge me with being impertinent if I refer to them, collectively and individually, in my “paper messages” in THE ALLEGHANIAN. I am reminded after scanning the proceeding paragraph that our County volunteers have a kind of “button-hole” connection with another company in this camp. I allude to Capt. Wm. B. Sprague’s company, from the adjacent county of Bedford. Of this corps, D. W. Mullin is 1st Lieut. and J. Conley, 2d Lieut. Lieutenant Mullin in a Brother of your most esteemed townsman, A. C. Mullin, Esq. Captain Sprague’s company is attached to the 101st Regiment (Col. Wilson) which is now under marching orders. It is really one of the finest in camp and does much credit to the County from which it hails. It is natural that next to our own, we must feel solicitous for the honor and welfare of our neighboring Counties. In the company of which I am writing, I recognize trusty champions of old Bedford. The incident to which I alluded at the close of my last letter, took place in this company. Without authority I may be pardoned for making brief mention of it. As I have stated, the 1st Lieut. and A. C. Mullin are brothers. The latter, during a recent visit, compelled by that fraternal love which, when displayed, honors our common nature, presented in a private, though formal manner a beautifully embellished sword, as a token of brotherly affection. The donor and recipient were alike moved by the ceremonies of the occasion. But who can dive into the human soul and look upon its workings when incited by a love implanted there by the Great Author of our being? There is on such occasions a mutuality of sentiment that some may experience but none describe. For Lieutenant Mullin, your correspondent entertains a regard commensurate with his acknowledged worth as a gentleman and a soldier. May the “token” received from his brother be used in punishing the enemies of his country and be only sheathed when victory shall have perched upon the “Stars and Stripes.” This is the sincere prison (sic) of a… [end of letter but it was not cut off] [Signed] High Private Military Capt. Wm. Linton’s cavalry company, we understand, is rapidly filling up and no doubts are entertained that the requisite complement of men will speedily be obtained. A squad of some forty men are to be sent to camp, near Philadelphia, during the present week. The company, when full, will be attached to Col. Frishmuth’s 12th Pennsylvania cavalry. Personal Capt. A. Lewis, of Co. A., 11th regiment, P. R. C., Col. Gallagher, is in town on a brief furlough. He looks remarkably well and reports his command as being in a flourishing condition. Discontinued The publication of the Blairsville RECORD has been discontinued, the editor, Mr. James F. Campbell, having become one of the editors of the Greensburg REPUBLICAN. We wish him success in his new posish. Register’s Notice Notice is hereby given that the following Accounts have been passed and filed in the Register’s Office at Ebensburg and will be presented to the Orphan’s Court of Cambria County for confirmation and allowance on Wednesday, the fifth day of March next, to wit: The account of Christian Weaver, guardian of Catherine Keim, a minor child of Peter Keim, late of said county, dec’d. The account of David Benshoff, one of the Administrators of Jacob Benshoff, dec.d The account of John Shoffner, Administrator of Casper Shoffner, late of Clearfield township, dec.d. The partial account of Wm. Kittell, Trustee, to sell the real estate of Thomas Jackson, dec.’d. The partial account of Charles B. Ellis, Administrator of Daniel Huber, Sr., dec’d. The account of Charles B. Ellis, Administrator of Daniel Huber, Jr., dec’d. The account of E. J. Waters, Administrator of Daniel W. Williams, dec’d. The account of John Dibert, Administrator of John Dibert, dec’d. The final account of Henry Yeagley, Guardian of Elizabeth Dibert, one of the heirs of John Dibert, dec’d. The supplemental account of Dominick Dimond and Henry Sopper, Administrators of John Trotter, dec.d. The account of E. J. Waters, Executor of Elizabeth Relyea, dec’d. The partial account of Paul George, Administrator of Thomas H. Porter, dec’d. The account of E. J. Waters, Administrator of the Rev. Richard Roberts, dec’d. The final account of James Kirkpatrick, Executor of Archibald Kirkpatrick, dec’d. The account of Milton Jones, Administrator of Thomas Jones of Jackson township, dec’d. The partial account of Christiana D. William, Administratrix of David Williams, dec’d. The first account of Joseph Miller, Guardian of Woodburn Benson. The first and final account of Joseph Miller, Guardian of Emeline Benson, now deceased. E. F. Lytle, Register Register’s Office, Feb’y. 6, 1862 Sleighing During the last few days the denizens of the “Mountain Village” have enjoyed most excellent sleighing. The snow is about one foot in depth, with a very good prospect of a steady increase. The young folks are enjoying themselves hugely and we have heard of several sleighing parties on the taps. National Foundry The Cambria TRIBUNE says that the latest reports indicate that the chances of Johnstown in regard to the matter of the location of the National Foundry are “as good as those of any other place.” This is cheering. Fire We learn from the Hollidaysburg STANDARD that the house of William Ake, in Tuckahoe Valley, Blair county, was totally destroyed by fire on Sunday night week, the family barely escaping with their lives. Election The election of officers for Ebensburg borough will be held on Friday, 21st inst. Those residing in the East Ward will vote at the Court House; those in the West Ward at the Town Hall. Candlemas Day Sunday was Candlemas Day and if legendary lore can be relied on, we are to be favored with a cold snap of six weeks or thereabout before the breaking up of winter. ------------------------------------------------------------------ DEATHS Terrible Accident An accident of a singular as well as heart-rending character occurred in Susquehanna township, this county, last week by which a man named Silas Ballou lost his life. The unfortunate man was engaged at the time in assisting to run a saw mill belonging to Mr. John Lantzey and during one of the cold days in the beginning of the week, had occasion to descend to the lower portion of the building, to remove a mass of ice which impeded the revolutions of the wheel. While thus engaged, the proprietor, who was unaware of Mr. B’s locality, set the saw in motion. The result was that he was caught and drawn in by the wheel, thereby being crushed and bruised so sadly that he survived but a short time. The deceased was probably fifty years of age, and was, we believe, unmarried. Fatal Railroad Accident An accident resulting in the death of an engineer named Saml. Eicher, and the serious injury of three or four other railroad attaches, occurred on the Pennsylvania Railroad on Saturday night. The particulars as we have learned them are about as follows: In ascending the heavy grade between Wilmore and Cresson, this county, a second freight train was used to assist the progress of a heavily laden one in front. When the top of the grade had been reached, the “pusher” of the second train came in rather violent contact with the first, with the effect of throwing the locomotive off the track. The man, Eicher, was caught between the locomotive and tender and was injured to such an extent that he died in a few hours. His remains were taken to Pittsburg for interment. Mr. William Bruce of this county, the engineer of the train, was so severely scalded that his life is despaired of. The other parties were severely but not dangerously injured. Dead The woman, Manan, whom we noticed last week as having been seriously injured on the railroad near Johnstown, has died from her injuries. She had been addicted to the immoderate use of liquor, and was under its influence at the time of the accident. Another warning! _________________________________________________________________ Windows Live Hotmail now works up to 70% faster. http://windowslive.com/Explore/Hotmail?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_hotmail_acq_faster_112008

The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, January 30, 1862 Volume 3, Number 19 NEWS Johnstown Items The recent flood caused by the sudden melting of the snow and a goodly fall of rain combined, had the effect of again demolishing, sweeping away and otherwise successfully using up that ill-fated bridge across the Stony Creek at Johnstown, thereby effectually cutting off all but aquatic communication between that point and Kernville. An elderly woman named Manan, while walking on the railroad between Johnstown and Conemaugh on Wednesday afternoon, was knocked down by a passing train and had both her legs so badly injured that it is supposed amputation of both feet will be necessary. F. W. Hay found himself in a bad predicament the other morning. On going to the safe in which his books, papers, etc. had been locked up the preceding night, he found that the key persistently refused to unlock it. Persuasion and force were alike unavailing so he was obliged to ship the safe to the makers at Philadelphia and solicit their interference in his behalf! Cellar thieves and measles are prevalent in the “Mineral City.” The above items are condensed from the Cambria TRIBUNE. Letter from the “Silver Grays” Camp Curtin, Jany. 28, 1862 Never since the first suggestion to raise and tender to the Government the services of a company of volunteers composed of men who have passed the age of two-and-a-fourth scores of years, has so great enthusiasm been manifested in our quarters as “reigns supreme” this evening. On yesterday, Capt. Palmer marched a squad of twenty-three recruits for the Silver Grays to the office of the mustering-in officer detailed by the War Department to perform that duty in connection with this camp. Our roll at present numbers eighty-six, being three in excess of a minimum who are now regularly marshaled under the National Flag. No doubt we will steadily progress until we reach the maximum of one hundred and one. Let our friends at home give three times three for the gray-haired veterans of the Mountain, and make the very welkin ring with cheer upon cheer for Little Cambria and her patriotic sons. The most interesting scene was exhibited the other day, while the companies in camp were on dress parade. The glorious news of the success of the Federal arms in Kentucky has just been received per telegraph by Governor Curtin. At the close of the parade, the substance of the telegram was announced to the line by the commanding officer. The words had scarcely passed his lips ‘ere they were responded to by one wild, joyous spontaneous peal which seemed to spring forth from the heart of hearts of those there extended in battle array. When the Silver Gray were marched to the front of their quarters, they could not let pass the opportunity of manifesting their delight by giving an extra “huzza” upon their own hook, and after the style of home. It has been officially announced that Camp Curtin will hereafter be the only camp in Pennsylvania that will be recognized by the General Government. The camp has passed from the management of the State authorities to those of the United States. The recruiting for the army will be controlled by officers detailed by the War Department at Washington. This change does not meet with favor nor will it be attested by that success which has followed the efforts of Governor Curtin and his subordinates. Our own volunteer system is more agreeable to the cherished notions of a free people than is that which distinguishes the regular service. When men voluntarily offer themselves to their country for its defense, and with no object other than that which is prompted by an unflinching attachment by Liberty and its perpetuation, they naturally desire to determine who shall lead them in the contest. The respective States, under their own State laws, have been able to raise in an almost incredibly short space of time such an army of freemen as the world never saw. An aggregate of more than six hundred thousand champions of Freedom have “hastened to the rescue” of our beloved country from the destruction threatened by Traitors who have been warmed into existence by her fostering care and protection. Could such a result have been secured by the adoption of a recruiting programme similar to that of the regular service? I opine not. “I am neither a prophet nor the son of a prophet,” but I venture to predict that the “New Plan” will not work, and that, so far as the Keystone is concerned, it will be admitted that it would have been better to have left the recruiting of volunteers to be managed by the State Executive under our own State laws. Gov. Curtin has accomplished much, thereby surprising both friend and foe, that it is difficult to assign many good reasons for the change. Enough on this subject, but “we will see what we will see.” It is now rendered more than probable that the Silver Grays will be quartered in Harrisburg and act as guards of the arsenal and stores. When the spring opens, the company will be one of the best drilled then in arms and ready for the discharge of any duty assigned it. The “lads” are all anxious to “smell powder” before the end of the war, but like provident men, they wish to have the advantages in the fight which a military education affords and which we will acquire under the instruction of our Captain and First Lieutenant during the winter. The officers, commissioned and non-commissioned, have the opportunity of become well booked in the drill, the Government having provided two of the most skillful instructors that could be found. This school is open from 8:30 in the morning until 4 in the evening, the time being divided between the commissioned and non-commissioned officers. The course of study is a thoro’ one so that any student possessing even a modicum of brains may by prompt attention become perfect in the different branches of the science. The information thus acquired by the officers is communicated to their respective commands, and by this system of transmission, each soldier may possess himself of a fair share of the general stock. The Silver Grays are acknowledged to be the most reliable of any soldiers in camp for the discharge of the duties of guards. Several large details have been made from our company within the last few weeks for this service, and on diverse occasions, the Grays were especially complimented by the officer of the day for their prompt and faithful performance of duty. The “breaking of guard” and the “bringing of intoxicating liquors into camp” are the most frequent violations of the “Rules and Regulations.” These sins against discipline can scarcely ever be successfully carried out unless some one of the guard be a particeps crimins. The Silver Grays being like Caesar’s wife, above suspicion, are never approached by any one contemplating a violation of the laws of the camp. As an illustration of this fact I need only relate to you the following anecdote: A few nights ago while some thirty of the Grays formed a portion of the guard, a couple of “soldier boys” marched around the line, for the purpose of discovering a weak point thro’ which to “run the blockade.” When they came to the Grays one of the designing chaps, after having scrutinized the visages and gray locks of the “Old Fellows” as they quietly marched from terminus to terminus of their perspective beats, exclaimed to the other - “Jack, let’s go further; it’s no use trying here – we can’t pass. These are the d—d old ‘Silver Grays.!” I am compelled to postpone for another week the promised description of an interesting ceremony in the shape of a sword presentation. The officer who was the recipient in the affair is now absent from camp and I deign awaiting his return and having his consent ere I take the liberty of giving publicity to that which I know was intended by the parties to be an entirely private affair. For the present – farewell! [Signed] High Private Railroad At the annual election of the Ebensburg and Cresson Railroad Company – held on Monday, 13th inst. – the following officers were chosen for the ensuing year: President: A. A. Barker Directors: Edward Roberts Johnson Moore John Williams George Rodgers A. C. Mullin Abel Lloyd Richard Jones, Jr. Robert Davis Henry Foster Isaac Evans James Myers Thomas Griffith Local Improvement An enterprising gentleman from Blair county, named M’Graw, has purchased a strip of real estate near the depot of the Ebensburg & Cresson Railroad where he intends erecting at an early day a first- class restaurant. We hope and haven’t the least doubt that the enterprise will “pay.” His selection of the location indicates that he knows what’s what. Planing Mill In our advertising columns this week, B. F. Williams, proprietor of the Union Planing Mill gives notice that he is prepared to furnish on short notice all manner of Worked Lumber, Sash and Doors, and Mouldings. We would advise those of our readers in need of any of the articles to send in their orders, confident that he can and will render entire satisfaction. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEATHS Sudden Death One day last week, as Mr. John Friese of Blair County – widely known as the proprietor of “Friese’s Hotel,” at the foot of the mountain – was returning home from Cresson in a sleigh, by himself, he was seized with a sudden illness which speedily terminated his earthly career. It is not known precisely when and where he died as we are informed that when discovered he was lying stiff and cold in the snow on the other side of Summittville, the sleigh having upset and thrown him out. An inquest was held on the remains and a verdict retuned to the effect that the deceased came to his death by reason of an affection of the heart. _________________________________________________________________ Proud to be a PC? Show the world. Download the “I’m a PC” Messenger themepack now. hthttp://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/119642558/direct/01/

The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, January 23, 1862 Volume 3, Number 18 NEWS Johnstown Items A Welshman by the name of Evans while laboring under at attack of mania a potu, the other day, jumped from a window in the third story of the Mansion House to the pavement below. Strange to say, however, he was not much injured. One of the Clinton street stores was relieved of the sum of some fifty odd dollars recently by a gentlemanly looking stranger who asked and obtained permission to write at letter behind the counter. Before the theft was discovered the perpetrator had successfully cut a stick and vanished. Mr. Charley Ellis had a narrow escape from drowning in the Stony Creek on Friday night. He accidentally fell into the “raging torrent” and only succeeded in regaining terra firma by the judicious use of a stick of timber which fortunately happened near by. By the report of Superintendent M’Cormick, it appears that the whole number of pupils in attendance at the public schools of Johnstown is 771. [The forgoing items are gleaned from the Cambria TRIBUNE] Personal Our worthy and respected friend, Ex-Sheriff Linton, together with family last week took his departure from our midst for Johnstown where in future he intends residing. Knowing his many good qualities of head and heart we are sincerely sorry to lose him from our list of citizens. He has our warmest wishes for his entire success in whatsoever vocation he may hereafter engage. Mr. John Buck, the successor of Sheriff Linton, last week took up his residence in this borough. Although we opposed Mr. B’s election last fall on political grounds, we would be untrue to our personal feelings did we fail to extend to him the right hand of greeting and bid him welcome. Here’s to ye, Sheriff! Out and In On last Thursday Mr. John A. Blair, who during the past two years has faithfully served the people of Cambria in the arduous and responsible office of County Treasurer, gave way to his successor, Mr. Thomas Callan. It is admitted on all hands that Mr. Blair made a courteous and accommodating official - we are sure that Mr. Callan will prove himself ditto. Success to both! Oil! It is currently reported and generally believed that the “Ebensburg Oil Company” - a local institution owing its “bornation” to the oleaginous furor of last spring – has succeeded in striking a vein of oil which yields at the rate of six barrels per hour. The well is located on Oil Creek in Ohio. Ichthylogical The drinking water at Chicago is said to be so full of fish that the efforts of the fire department to put the fires out only add fuel to the flames. The fish oil in the water makes the conflagration ten times worse. Attention, Ladies! We are requested to announce that a meeting of the “Ladies’ Hose Association” of Ebensburg will be held at the Union School House, on Friday evening next at 6 ½ o’clock, P. M. A full attendance is requested as business of importance will be transacted. Letter from the 54th Regiment Camp Curtin, Jany. 16, 1862 Seeing that but few notices of our regiment appear in the Cambria county papers, I propose to pen you a note of our doings. We are still in Camp Curtin, and have a very slim prospect of leaving just now. Since early in August we have been bringing in men to fill up our ranks – hence, you perceive, some of us have had about six months in camp. Few additions have been made to our regiment in the way of men for the last three months, but we have materially improved in the art of drill. “Why are we left here so long without pay?” Is the very frequent inquiry of the men to their officers. This is a problem we are not able to solve. There is no disputing the fact that we are the best drilled and (am I saying too much?), the best officered regiment in Camp Curtin since we came here. Our line officers, it is admitted on all sides, are more thoroughly posted in “Hardee” than any other set of officers in camp. As to our field officers, we will let their future history tell the tale. But I may say I have found very few officers who are better posted than they. Camp Curtin is a pleasant enough location and has been extremely healthy considering the vast number of men who have been congregated here at different times. Were we in sight of the Secesh, I would just as soon lie in Camp Curtin as in any place else, but it is decidedly unpleasant to loiter here for six months, far removed from the danger of any attack from the champions of the C. S. A. Besides this, I may also add that it is rather hard for some of “the boarders” to tarry here six months without being provided with a few of Uncle Sam’s consolers. The 54th seems to be the favorite with the good people of Harrisburg. We have been visited quite frequently by the “members” and among the rest, the tall graceful form of our worthy Senator Hon. Louis W. Hall – now the popular Speaker of the Senate – has occasionally been seen among us. And here let me say, that our boys have been the thankful recipients of a most gracious gift from the hands of the aforesaid, Mr. Speaker Hall. Long may he wave! And if he again becomes a candidate, I predict for him a swelling vote from the good old 54th. Our little district has been honored by selecting her Senator as Speaker; but since we have seen Mr. Hall preside, we have come to the conclusion that the Senate has also been honored by his selection to fill the responsible post. Whilst writing I have received the cheering intelligence that we are to be ordered to South Carolina via Philadelphia. This is indeed gratifying but the more so when that information is coupled with the important fact that the regiment is to be paid off before leaving Harrisburg. The news that payment is soon to be made lightens the heart of every one of our men but more particularly the married men whose families depend solely upon them for support. Here are men, whose wages whilst at home were barely sufficient to keep their families living, who have been here for six months without receiving a cent. How do their families obtain a livelihood? This question must come home to the heart of every head of family in our county. Reflect for a moment – here are men who have deserted position, home, friends and family and some of those families dependant upon them alone for a meager sustenance, to battle and if necessary to die for the country of their birth or adoption. Should their families be allowed to suffer? Certainly not when there is wealth and plenty in the county to keep body and soul together. Look to this, you who remain at home. If you don’t pledge your lives for your country, at least gave a mite of money or a morsel of meal to the helpless families of such as do. [Signed] Horace A Statistical Sketch of the Methodist Episcopal Church in the United States The first Methodist Society in the United States was formed in the city of New York, A. D., 1766, under the labors of Mr. Philip Embury, who preached the first sermon in his own private dwelling. In the year 1768 the first M. E. Church edifice was erected on John St., in the city of New York, which still stands there as a sacred memento of the rise of Methodism in America. Now there are 9,754 churches worth $20,000,000. The first regular annual Conference held in America was held in Philadelphia, July 4th, 1773, composed of 10 ministers who reported 1,160 members. Now the M. E. Church North holds 51 conferences annually, composed of 6,937 itinerant ministers, who reported for the year 1861; 988,388 lay ministers; 8,352 local ministers – an aggregate of 1,003,677 communicants. Then, taking into account the nine distinct additional branches of the Methodist church in America, we have a grand total of 1,912,102 Methodist communicants in America. Add 3 non- communicants to its congregations for each communicant and there is a population of more than seven-and-a-half-million attending its ministrations upon this continent. Educational Institutions The first adventure in the work of education was inauspicious. Cokesburg College, founded in 1789 was burned to ashes in 1795. The next college was founded in 1824; since that period 154 institutions of learning have risen up, classed as follows: Universities and Colleges, 24 Biblical Institutes, 2 Seminaries, Female Colleges and Academies, 128 Publishing Interests In 1789 a Book Concern was established at Philadelphia on a borrowed capital of $600. On the 17th of Aug., 1789, the first book was published. In 1836 the building, machinery and most of the stock were destroyed by fire. The Book Concern is now divided into The New York and Western Book Concern. This Book Concern is the foundation of a denominational publishing interest of immense magnitude and resources and issues the most extensive catalogue of religious books in the world. During the last 4 years the New York Concern alone printed 3,800,500 bound volumes making 950,125 volumes a year and 27,802,000 pages of tracts, making 6,950,500 per year. This gives the astonishing result of over 2,600 bound volumes and 19,000 pages of tracts per day and about one and four-fifths volumes per minute and 41 and four-fifths pages of tracts in a minute. Periodicals The first Methodist newspaper was published in 1823. After a lapse of 39 years an enviable list of 16 weeklies, monthlies and quarterlies are finding their way to the homes of the rich and the poor. Sabbath Schools Under the auspices of the M. E. Church, there are 13,447 schools, 148,632 teachers, 807,988 scholars. In the libraries of these schools there are 2,275,373 volumes composed of 1300 different kinds of books. The amount paid the last year for the M. E. Sabbath School Union was $11,490. Missionary Society There are 106 Missionaries in foreign fields, viz.: 27 in Africa; 1 in South America; 5 in China; 35 in Germany; 22 in India; 3 in Bulgaria and 7 in Scandinavia. 341 missionaries supply the domestic missions. For the year 1861, the church contributed $325,003 for missionary purposes. All this is the result of less than a century. [Signed] Victor, Wilmore, Jan’y. 17, 1862 Letter from the “Silver Grays” Camp Curtin, Jany. 18, 1862 It gives your correspondent much pleasure to announce the fact that the “Silver Grays” now present a full company as required by the Act Of Congress. Our Roll embraces the number of Eighty-three rank and file, the minimum demanded to warrant the issuing of Commissions to the Captain and two Lieutenants. As one hundred and one members, of all grades, constitute a maximum company, you will perceive that there is room left for a few more recruits. We have information of several making preparations to join our ranks, some of whom will be here on Monday or Tuesday. The company having germinated in “Little Cambria,” it is desirable that her hardy sons should have the honor of claiming a majority of its members. Of the eighty-three who have been sworn in to the service, fifty-two hail from our county. Our Cambria “boys” are very solicitous that a majority of the remaining eighteen who may be admitted, shall come down from our hilltops and out of our mountain fastnesses to join us under the broad banner of our glorious country. It is true that we now have the preponderance of a maximum company but it is desirable that the majority should be as striking in a maximum as it is now it the minimum company. Then we proclaim to our friends at home that the present “is the accepted time.” Let no one delay who has the remotest intention of “being one of us.” The interest manifested in the welfare of the “Silver Grays” among those residing in the vicinity of the camp may be inferred from the contents of the annexed card from our Captain, published in the Harrisburg TELEGRAPH of the 17th inst. The card will speak for itself: “Quarters of Silver Grays Camp Curtin, Jany. 16, 1862 During my absence from camp on Christmas day a number of the kind ladies of Harrisburg evinced their generosity by presenting to the company under my command a supply of luxuries which are not included in a soldier’s rations. The “Silver Grays” are most grateful for that timely donation. This morning the old men had another of those “angel visits” in the persons of two of Harrisburg’s fair daughters who again distributed their gifts with a lavish hand. I am requested to express to the generous donors the heartfelt thanks of the men under my command for those repeated manifestations of sympathy. Next to the approbation of our own consciences, women’s smiles of approval are the most agreeable assurances that our cause is just and that we are in the right line of our duty when arraying ourselves under the banner of the Union. We cannot designate the names of the ladies whose beneficence has awakened in the hearts of every “Silver Gray” a solicitude for their happiness here and hereafter. Their wishing to remain incognito only serves to enhance the value of their gifts as it is convincing evidence that the motives which promoted the acts were an expanded patriotism and a respect for age. I but reiterate the unanimous expression of the members of my company when I salute the ladies referred to in this communication with a fervent, “God bless you.” [Signed] Wm. Palmer, Captain.” It has been asserted by many who claim to speak by authority that the “Silver Grays” will be detailed by the Governor to take charge of the State Arsenal and Warehouse containing the public stores in Harrisburg. This duty is now being performed by a company under the command of Capt. G. W. P. Davis which was been attached to Col. Wilson’s Regiment. If this rumor should assume the proportions of reality, the “Grays” will leave comfortable quarters for a time at least during which they can be perfected in their drill and be prepared for the discharge of more onerous duties. Governor Curtin is evidently favorably prepossessed in favor of the “Silver Grays.” He has manifested it by his selection of our company as a guard of the public property. He has also been urged to this determination by the good citizens at Harrisburg who seem to prefer having such as are the “Grays” stationed in their city, to the more vivacious soldiery composing the camp. There is a remarkable fact in connection with our company which is worthy of note and which cannot be said of any other that has been here as long as it has. The fact to which I allude is this: Notwithstanding the average age of the members is a fraction over fifty-two years, not one has been an occupant of the Hospital since the company has been in camp. This is as gratifying as it is true and must dispel any fears that may be entertained by our friends, resulting from the exaggerated stories which have been circulated in relation to the healthy location of the camp. An interesting event took place here on the occasion of the late visitor of our friend, A. C. Mullin, Esq. I will reserve notice of it for my next letter as this one must be necessarily brief, owing to your correspondent’s engagements in another direction. For the present, I must bid you adieu, promising your readers to use my best efforts to be more entertaining in my succeeding “friendly talks.” [Signed] High Private Military The cavalry company now being recruited in this county, a brief notice of which we printed last week, is getting along finely. We understand that between fifty and sixty men have already enlisted in it, a number of whom have been “sworn in.” The company is to be attached to the 12th regiment, Penna. Cavalry, Col. Wm. Frishmuth commanding. Success to it! Our Correspondents As our readers have doubtless perceived, during the past month we have secured the services of a number of new correspondents whose effusions add greatly to the interest and variety of our columns. “Hugh,” our Harrisburg correspondent, wields a ready and trenchant pen. He is also fully posted as regards the “ropes” political and is empathically the man to dish up the doings and misdoings of the savans at the State Capital for the edification of the community at large. This he promises to do weekly. “High Private” of the Silver Grays – a gentleman and a scholar as well as a soldier – will furnish us with regular bulletins concerning the welfare of our especial friends, “the Old Men of Cambria.” “Horace,” of the 54th regiment Penna. Vols. – more familiarly known as the Cambria County Regiment, sends us this week an interesting letter from Camp Curtin which will be found on our first page. Having had some considerable experience in the line, Horace will be abundantly able to “take notes” of the adventures of the 54th – a regiment in which all Cambrians possess a local pride and interest. We hope and hereby request that he favor us with a weekly epistle, if possible. Our reliable as well as racy Camp Pierpont Correspondent, “E,” and “Boarnerges” of Camp Wood, Kentucky, will also be on hand as often as circumstances permit. Besides these we expect to add other correspondents to our corps shortly including more particularly one from the Federal Capital - the whole going to make up a spicy first-class country newspaper and one worthy the continued patronage and support of an enlightened public. Now is the time to subscribe for THE ALLEGHANIAN. Change in the Cabinet Simon Cameron, having resigned the office of Secretary of War, Edwin M. Stanton has been appointed in his stead. Mr. Cameron has been appointed by President Lincoln, Minister to Russia, in place of Cassius M. Clay, who desires to come home and engage in the fight now going on in Kentucky. Both of these appointments have been confirmed by the Senate. The labors of Mr. Cameron have been so arduous that his most intimate friends state that he long since determined to resign his position in the War Department so soon as he could do so without prejudice to the service. He will make an able and influential Minister to the Court of Russia – a Power with which our Government desires to maintain its present friendly relations. Mr. Stanton, the new Secretary of War, has been a Douglas Democrat; he is a man of splendid abilities and has the entire confidence of the loyal portion of the country. He is a warm personal friend of Mr. Cameron and also of the President and is in favor of a vigorous prosecution of the war until this unholy Rebellion is crushed out. His appointment we believe will give universal satisfaction. Pennsylvania and New York The long contest as to which of the two great States of Pennsylvania and New York has contributed the largest force to the army of the Union has at last been decided by the Governors of these Stares respectively. According to Governor Morgan’s last message, there are now in the field, for the State of New York, 89,034 soldiers and if there be added to this the volunteers now in the state itself, an available force of 103,307 is shown. According to the last message of Governor Curtin there are now in the field from the state of Pennsylvania 93,577 men and if there be added to this force the volunteers now in the State of Pennsylvania an available force of 109,615 is shown. This is a highly gratifying fact, when we consider that the population of Pennsylvania is one million smaller than that of the Empire State. It will be recollected that much complaint was made by the Western people that so many of the troops from that region were forwarded to the line of the Potomac, when they might have been better employed in the military districts on the Ohio, Missouri and Mississippi rivers. This compliant can no longer be justly made for in all the distant fields of service the sons of Pennsylvania are found in immense numbers. Two of her finest regiments are serving under General Sherman in South Carolina. At least two Brigades have been mustered into the army under General Buell and will undoubtedly form a portion of the advance upon Nashville, under the command of General Grant. It may be claimed by the good old Keystone, that having been the first to send her sons into the national capital, to defend it from the traitors she is also the first and only Eastern state that has contributed of her strength to the great army of the Mississippi Valley. ---------------------------------------------------------------- DEATHS Dempsey We are sorry to chronicle that Mr. Patrick Dempsey of Co. A., 11th regular P. R. C., Col. Gallagher, died at the hospital at Camp Pierpoint, Va., in December last. He resided in Cambria Township, about four miles south of this place. Another of our country’s defenders gone to his reward! _________________________________________________________________ Proud to be a PC? Show the world. Download the “I’m a PC” Messenger themepack now. hthttp://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/119642558/direct/01/

The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, January 16, 1862 Volume 3, Number 17 NEWS The Governor’s Message We print in today’s paper the Message of Gov. Curtin to the present state Legislature and commend it to our readers as a document worthy of their careful perusal. It touches upon a variety of topics of public interest and embodies much useful information in regard to the State and Federal Government. It is clear, candid and practical throughout and is just such a State paper as might be expected from its distinguished author. News from Gov. Curtin’s Annual Message: Read to both Houses of the Pennsylvania Legislature, January 8, 1862: [The following are excerpts from the very lengthy speech:] The following table of the existing Pennsylvania volunteer force is given for information: Regiments in Service: 66 regiments of infantry of which 6 were rifle regiments 71,189 22 regiments of cavalry 12,690 1 regiment of artillery 1,077 TOTAL 84,956 Companies in Service: 7 companies of infantry 707 6 companies of cavalry 578 6 companies of artillery 936 TOTAL 2,221 Enlistments in other than Pennsylvania organizations, estimated. (the officers of which are in course of being commissioned) 6,400 TOTAL IN SERVICE 93,577 Regiments Preparing for Service: 12 regiments of infantry 13,092 1 regiment of cavalry 1,136 1 regiment of artillery 1,077 TOTAL 15,305 Companies Preparing for service: 1 company of cavalry 109 4 companies of artillery 624 TOTAL 733 In service: 93,577 Preparing for service 16,038 Pennsylvania’s contribution: 109,615 (Exclusive of 20,175 three-months men now disbanded). The regiments preparing for service are incomplete. Those that may not be filled by the 16th inst., will be consolidated and sent forward. Of the regiments in service: The Eleventh and Fifteenth Regiments of Infantry are at Annapolis The Twenty-eighth; Twenty-ninth; Twenty-first; Sixty-sixth; Sixty- ninth; Seventy-first; Seventy-second and One hundred-and-Sixth regiments and one company of Infantry are in the command of Major General Banks The Forty-fifth; Fiftieth; Fifty-Fifth; Seventy-sixth; and One-hundredth regiments of Infantry are in South Carolina The Forty-eighth Infantry are at Hatteras Inlet The One hundred-and-eighth Infantry and Eleventh cavalry are at Fortress Monroe The Seventy-seventh; Seventy-Eighth and Seventy-ninth Infantry; the Seventh and Ninth Calvary, one Troop of horse; one squadron of Cavalry; two battalions of Artillery are in Kentucky. The Eighty-fourth, and One hundred-and-tenth Infantry are in Western Virginia as are also three companies of Infantry, four companies of Cavalry, five companies of Light Artillery The Eighty-seventh Infantry are at Cockeysville in Maryland One company of Artillery is at Fort Delaware All the remainder of the volunteers are at or near Washington. Upwards of 300 volunteers from Pennsylvania are now prisoners but as arrangements have been made for the exchange of prisoners it maybe expected that they will soon be released. [Material skipped] The care which has been bestowed upon the comfort of the volunteers and the goodness and sufficiency of their supplies of all kinds and the excellent arrangement of the Medical Department under the control of Surgeon General Henry H. Smith are proved by the fact that more than 60,000 men have been for various generally short periods at Camp Curtin, since the 19th of April last, and that down to the 1st of January inst., there died but forty-nine men at that camp, viz.: forty- four from sickness, two (belonging to regiments from other States) who had been injured on railroads, two accidentally killed in Camp Curtin and one shot in Harrisburg. [Material skipped] Pennsylvania has made great efforts to support the Government. She has given more and better clothing and better equipped men than any other State, and has far exceeded her quota of the military levies. The sons of our best citizens, young men of education and means, fill the ranks of her volunteer regiments. Their gallant conduct, whenever an opportunity has been afforded them, has done honor to the Commonwealth. The universal movement among our people signifies that they are loyal to the Government established by their fathers, and are determined to quell the present insurrection and preserve the Union and that they will not tolerate any plan for either the dissolution or reconstruction of it. [Signed} A. G. Curtin Executive Chamber Harrisburg, Jan. 8, 1862 Letter from the “Silver Grays” Camp Curtin, Jany. 11, 1862 During the last two weeks we have had every variety of weather, from mild genial Indian summer to cold, blustering boisterous winter. At this moment the camp grounds present one entire mud puddle. All hands are praying fervently for a “freeze,” and that their pedal extremities may once more rest upon the top of Mother Earth and not to be brought into quite so close proximity with those of the antipodes. The Silver Grays are progressing finely. EXCELSIOR is our Motto – onward and upward is our destination. To adopt the converse of an old adage, our numbers are growing large by degrees and beautifully approach the status of a complete organization. The roll today exhibits the names of seventy-three “good men and true” ready to obey their country’s call, let that call point in whatsoever direction it may. We have four members detailed in recruiting service upon whose return we feel confident of filling up our ranks to the minimum. In my last I promised a word in reference to the standing of our First Lieutenant, James Murray. I say but the truth when I assert that he is a favorite, not only among the Silver Grays but through the entire camp. He is recognized as the best drill officer here outside the West Pointers connected with the camp and he will lose nothing in comparison even with them. If this war continues his merits as a gentleman and officer will be rewarded by his being called to the performance of higher and more important duties. His promotion would give great satisfaction to every Silver Gray. Capt. Palmer is as “busy as a nailer” attending to the improvement and comfort of his command. Our company being unattached, the captain has all the duties to discharge, so far as the company is concerned, that are ordinarily performed by the colonel of a regiment. He is “on the run” from morning until bedtime, but he pursues ”the even tenor of his way” without murmur or complaint. His characteristic equanimity is here exhibited to much advantage. When he is aroused grumblers “shut up” and dyspeptics affect good humor. Let what may come our captain will pass par. [Signed] High Private Military An effort is being made in this place to raise a cavalry company, under the auspices of Geo. J. Rodgers and William Linton. We understand that considerable success is experienced in recruiting for it and no doubts are entertained of the ultimate success of this experiment. Excelsior The citizens of Johnstown are urgently memorializing Congress to have the proposed new National Foundry located at that place. Next to Ebensburg we know of no more eligible situation for it. Teacher’s Institute The regular meeting of the Ebensburg and Cambria township Teachers’ Association was held in the Ebensburg Union School House on Saturday afternoon last. The following officers were chosen for the ensuing term: President, D. W. Evans; Vice President, John Gittings; Secretary, J. O. Brookbank; Assistant Secretary, D. L. Evans; Treasurer, W. H. Davis. A large number of teachers were present and some interesting exercises were had. The association is in a flourishing condition and bids fair to be a valuable auxiliary to the cause of education. Munster Township This township has only been erected some half a score of years since when it was formed from portions of Allegheny, Cambria and Washington. It is bounded on the East by Washington, on the South by Washington and Summerhill, on the West by Cambria and on the North by Allegheny. Its chief town is Munster, named, not as would be supposed from the Southern Province of Ireland, but from a town of the same name in Germany, renowned as the birth place of the revered Gallitzin. Munster was, at one time, the formidable rival of Ebensburg and Beulah for the Seat of Justice; and though more fortunate than the last named place, her progress was seriously retarded by the growth of her successful rival. At the same time it must be admitted that Munster is a better site for a town or village than either of her rivals. Munster is the centre of trade of Munster township, has a post office, country stores, &c. It is located on either side of the Northern Turnpike on a beautiful plateau. Munster is not adapted to the growth of wheat or corn, but is perhaps the best grazing township in the County. Nearly all the land is tillable. Large quantities of excellent butter is manufactured in this township. This township is also fortunate in her improvements. The Ebensburg & Cresson Rail Road, entering near the residence of David O’Hara, Esq., winds through the center of the township, curving within a few rods of the town of Munster on the North and passing thence to the South Eastern corner of Allegheny. Munster station occupies (or WILL occupy) a triangle on the road from Munster to Loretto, in the land of Aug. Durbin, Esq. In addition to this the Huntingdon, Cambria & Indiana Turnpike Road passes from East to West through the length of the township A public road leads from Munster to Wilmore with a branch to Portage. Another from Munster to Loretto by the Old Ebensburg Road. Another public road passes from the Eastern portion of the village of Munster to the Loretto Mill; and still another, leaving the “Cherry tree,” as it is called, at the corner of the O’Hara place, terminates at Hemlock. The township as we have intimated is level. The largest hill only a part of which is within its boundaries is Mullin’s Hill. An old Indian plum orchard still shows its remains on the hill North of Parrish’s in this township. Its waters are the springs of Conemaugh and Clearfield – the one rising North, the other South of the Turnpike. The population of this township, according to the census of 1860 is 500. [Signed] Jonathan Oldbuck, Monkbarns, January 16, 1862 ---------------------------------------------------------------- DEATHS Sudden Death On Tuesday night of last week, a well known citizen of Allegheny township named William Singer came to a sudden and untimely demise. The following are the particulars concerning the case as far as we have been able to arrive at them: The deceased left Loretto in the evening in company with several others in a sled for Cresson, with the avowed intention of enlisting in some military company. Having imbibed immoderately before starting, it is supposed he became stupefied on the road; at all events, he fell from his seat in the sled to the bed beneath, where he was permitted to remain until the end of the journey. On arriving at Cresson and attempting to rouse him to consciousness, it was discovered that the vital spark had fled – that his restless and perturbed spirit had winged its way to the unseen world. An inquest was held on the remains and the jury returned a verdict to the effect that the deceased added another to the list of victims of the infernal demon of Intemperance. The deceased was probably about 50 years old. In his earlier days he achieved considerable local celebrity by his exploits as a pedestrian. On one occasion he entered into a wager to walk from Wilmore to this place – a distance of ten miles - in a half hour. He went over the ground in precisely thirty-seven minutes - failing to come up to the conditions of the bet, but doing the most extraordinary and considerably the tallest walking on record. It is also asserted that he once walked from Pittsburg to Munster – a distance of eighty miles in one day - between sunrise and sunset. _________________________________________________________________ Get more done, have more fun, and stay more connected with Windows Mobile®. http://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/119642556/direct/01/

No paper printed on Jan. 2 1862 The Alleghanian, Ebensburg, Pa. Thursday, January 9, 1862 Volume 3, Number 16 NEWS Apologetic No paper was issued from this office last week for the reason that the entire establishment, devil and all, were engaged during the Holiday period in living up to our Pictorial Platform of Principles. In other words, in having a “Hi–Old-Time.” Kind reader, accept our regrets. Local Etchings The season in which it is lawful to kill deer, pheasants, rabbits, &c., expired on the 31st ult. The law on this point, however, appears to be pretty much a letter hereabouts, inasmuch as about the same quantity of game is killed after the first of January as before. This is wrong. Remember the sorrowful experience of “Mordicai and Sunna Vagun” in the matter of their illegal deer hunt and save all possible trouble in the premises. We see it stated in several papers that the Governor has detailed the “Silver Grays” as a guard to take charge of the Arsenal and the Warehouse containing the public stores in Harrisburg. They will be equal to the undertaking. Speaking of the Silver Grays, we understand that Capt. Palmer has received and has now under consideration a proposition to attach his company to the 11th regiment, P. V., Col. Dick Coulter, now stationed at Annapolis, Md. Letter from Kentucky Camp Wood, Ky., Dec. 20, 1861 The 78th Penna. regiment marched from Camp Nevin on the 26th of November last and encamped on the south side of Nolin Creek, two miles distant. The camp was named Camp Negley in honor of Gen. James S. Negley, commander of the brigade. It commenced raining before we had succeeded in digging ditches around the tents and grading the streets, which had the effect of rendering it extremely unpleasant for the time being. The rain continued for several days and the adjacent waters were much swollen. The railroad bridge of Rolling Fork was swept away, thus cutting off our communication with Louisville. By this accident our supply of provisions was stopped and we put on short allowance for a few days. The bridge was soon reconstructed, however, and our commissary stores now arrive with their wonted regularity. During the last three days of November, we had quite a “cold snap” here. Snow fell to the depth of three inches and laid several days during which time the boys brought in hundreds of rabbits. These animals are very plentiful here. A change has recently been made in our brigade. It formerly consisted of the 77th, 78th and 79th Penna. regiments and Capt. Meuler’s battery of light artillery and was called the Penna. Brigade. The 77th, Col. Stambaugh, has been transferred to the brigade of Gen. Wood. We are now the 7th Brigade of the Central Division of the Department of the Ohio. Col. Hambright of the 79th Penna., has the right; Col. Sirwell of the 78th, the left; Col. Starkweather of the 1st Wisconsin, the right center; and Col. Scribner of the 38th Indiana, the left center. Our brigade moved from Camp Negley to Camp M’Cook on the 11th. The tents and cooking utensils were sent by rail and the knapsacks and baggage were transported in wagons. We arrived at 9 P. M. and pitched our tents by moonlight. Our sick were sent to the General Hospital at Louisville, where a few have since died. Soon after our arrival here, the artificers of Col. Starkweather’s regiment commenced to rebuild the railroad bridge across Bacon Creek, which was burned by the rebels on the night of Dec. 5. It was finished in twenty-six hours. On Monday last we again received marching orders, and on Tuesday morning, we pulled stakes and marched towards Green River. We arrived at Mumfordsville at 1 P.M., and commenced to pitch our tents and fix up our new home. While thus engaged, our attention was arrested by the discharge of artillery on the other side of the river. In a few moments a messenger announced that our forces were engaging the rebels and that our brigade was ordered to proceed immediately to the scene of action. Our operations were immediately stopped, and the words, “fall in! fall in!” rang thro’ the camp. A few minutes after, we were in line of battle. We hastened at once toward the field of battle, but before we had crossed the river the firing ceased, and the rebels were driven back towards the Horse Cave. So we were compelled to return to camp without having had the satisfaction of participating in the fight. Lieut. Col. Vontrombie was the hero of the day. He, with a part of Col. Willieh’s 32d Indiana Regiment was sent across the river to act as pickets when they were attacked by a cavalry regiment under command of Col. Terry and two regiments of infantry, supported by a battery of artillery. The engagement lasted about forty minutes and at times the cannonading was very brisk. Vontrombie with his little band of about 400 repulsed and scattered their whole force. The loss on our side was eleven killed, eight mortally wounded and twenty or thirty slightly. The rebels admit a loss of forty, but it is supposed to be much greater. Among their killed are Col. Terry and Capt. Morgan. They are said to be retiring toward Bowling Green and are destroying the railroad track and burning the wood that was cut for the use of the rail road company. Our camp is about half a mile from Mumfordsville, the county seat of Hart County and 73 miles south of Louisville. The Louisville and Nashville R. R. crosses Green River at this place. The bridge is near one thousand feet long and one hundred and sixty-five feet above the bed of the stream. The rebels, by blowing up one of the piers, destroyed two spans of the bridge. It is an iron structure and very substantially built, each span being independent of the rest. The water of this river has a peculiar greenish color, when not swollen by rains. Its taste is agreeable and I believe it is wholesome. We expect lively times as soon as the bridge is repaired, when, perhaps, you will hear something more interesting from me. [Signed] Boanerges Letter from the “Silver Grays” Camp Curtin, Jany. 6, 1862 Having promised you an occasional letter from “camp,” I embrace the opportunity of giving you a brief communication by way of “opening the ball.” The surroundings are by no means the best for editing a sketch description of camp life as well as the “pomp and circumstance of glorious war.” Officers’ quarters here have not yet been provided for those of the Silver Grays, else your humble correspondent notwithstanding his position is only that of “high private,” might avail himself of the retirement that such a locality would supply. I write amid the noise and bustle incident to a general boarding tent, in which can be distinguished the Irish brogue, the sweet German accent and the crackling Welsh, beautifully interspersed with the euphonious English. It is really a strange medley and if reduced to a system by some adept in the science of acoustics would furnish something new in this age of progress and invention. Since my arrival the camp has been all bustle and excitement, caused by the marching out of the regiments commanded by Colonels Murray and Lewis. Since their withdrawal, I estimate the number now here who wear Uncle Sam’s livery and eat his pork and beans to be about two thousand. It is reported that another regiment (Col. Wilson’s) has received marching orders. This expected departure will diminish our number materially and render Camp Curtin less a place of interest than it has been. But why rack the brain in summoning words to express views of so little interest to your readers, so long as the welfare, the prospects, the condition and the character of the Silver Grays furnish a theme for the pen of your correspondent? Then, to my task. The Silver Grays, numbering between sixty and seventy men, regularly mustered into the service of the United States are comfortably quartered in frame barracks, and are in the enjoyment of all the accommodations that can be furnished by the Quartermaster and Commissary of the camp. No member of the company came here expected to find a Continental or Metropolitan Hotel open for his reception. On the contrary each one knew that the luxuries of life belong now to the soldier’s career. So long as the necessaries are furnished however, there can be no ground for complaint. Of the latter we have an abundance and of the very best quality. I have never eaten better bread, fresh and salt meat, beans, rice and other substantials, nor drank better coffee than I have had set before me in these quarters. As to the clothing, it is of good quality and well made. Take it all in all there is no room for the exercises of the grumbler’s occupation. All are satisfied with their lot and will manifest their appreciation of the protecting care of their country by an exhibition of a loyal devotion to its Flag. The Silver Grays enjoy a reputation that is rendered the brighter by contrast. Most other companies are made up of young men who are playing the “Bold Soldier Boy” and “sowing wild oats” at one and the same time. It is an adage as trite as it is true that you “cannot expect to find an old head on young shoulders.” These men, now in their halcyon days, will sober down in the face of the enemy and do good service in the protection and vindication of the Right. They possess courage and patriotism, the necessary essentials that should distinguish the soldier of the Republic. But, without any disparagement to them, all will and DO admit after taking a cool and dispassionate view of the questions at issue and of the importance to all future generations that this Union be maintained in its integrity, that the Silver grays are just the kind of men from whom the younger volunteers will take example. There is a deeply rooted sentiment of respect to age which imbues the human heart. It is manifest in this camp. Officers and privates pay all deference to the whitened locks of many of the members of our company. Were old John Burgoon to perambulate the camp grounds he would receive more sincere and heartfelt salutations than would be awarded to the chief officer in command. As conclusions drawn from these premises, you will admit that the mingling of such as are the Silver Grays with the youth of our army will have a salutary effect in more ways than one; that it will be convincing proof that the patriotism of ’76 yet lives; and that those who are about stepping off the stage of life are not indifferent as to the future of their country. There are various speculations in reference to what may be the location assigned the Silver Grays. Some say one thing, and some another. Until something definite be determined upon, however, I will forebear speculating or giving an opinion. Justice demands that I shall incorporate in this communication the remark that Captain William Palmer, thro’ whose indefatigable exertions the company was raised is most deservedly popular with the rank and file. He is incessant in his efforts to make one and all contented and comfortable. If any favors are going he has an eye to diverting them to the benefit of his company. And, indeed, it appears that since he has been in camp he has gained upon the esteem of those who direct the distribution of supplies that he can procure our full share (if not more) of all that is circulating. I will speak of Lieutenant Murray in my next. Now, Mr. Editor! I think I have arrived at the proper point in my hasty communication to discharge a duty which has been imposed upon me by the officers and privates composing the Silver Grays. It is simply to express their sincere gratitude to you for the present of THAT keg of tobacco. It was a most timely donation. It was natural to expect that the “boys,” just breaking away from the apron strings of their maternal guardians would at first feel a little homesick. The tobacco’s assuaging properties dispelled regrets, until now we are completely “weaned.” We think of home with the composure of philosophers and have left off pining and “sniffling.” One and all send you their kindest regards. Let me conclude by appealing to the old men of Cambria, who can conveniently do so, to hasten to marshal themselves under the banner of the Silver Grays. Let it be made a maximum company; a minimum one it will be before Saturday. [Signed] High Private Co. C., 19th Regular Infantry Through the kindness of Sergeant Thomas Davis we are enabled to herewith present our readers with the muster roll of Co. C., 19th regular infantry, Capt. Williams. This company was recruited almost entirely in Cambria County: Commissioned Officers: Captain, Thomas C. Williams First Lieutenant, Louis Snyder Second Lieutenant, John B. Hays Non-Commissioned Officers Sergeants: Thomas Davis A. Lemmon E. H. Bennett Reuben D. Jones A. W. Smith Corporals: John Shroat H. B. Shaffer Geo. S. Paul Samuel Dibert Charles Craver S. Burkhart James M. Singer Benj. Davis Musicians: Christ. Bennett Joseph Bennett Privates: Anderson, Robert Albaugh, Joseph Albaugh, Isaac Ankeny, Henry Bennett, Elisha, Jr. Bender, Theodore Brookbank, David Bracken, James Burkey, Elijah Bennett, Aaron Barnes, John W. Clements, Patrick Cobaugh, Phythian Crum, David Crum, Nathan Condon, Christopher Crossley, Jacob Davis, Thomas E. Dunmire, A. Evans, John C. Evans, Samuel Enos, Alexander Elliott, Elonzo Edwards, David Emigh, George A. Ferguson, Elliot Frankhouser, A. Grubb, William A. Gochnour, Levi Griffith, Joseph Hunt, Cornelius Harndon, J. L. B. Haynes, Thomas F. Harrison, John Jones, Timothy Jones, George Jones, Samuel D. Leydig, George Longenecker, John Lyster, John Metzler, Cyrus M’Gwinn, George Makin, Oliver Michaels, H. B. Orth, George O’Neill, Patrick Plummer, Isaac Parker, John Rowland, Robert, Jr. Rupp, John Rager, Francis Rager, Thomas M. Reese, John Smay, Samuel Shearer, William Shultz, Henry Snyder, Aaron Sproul, Jacob R. Sweetzer, Simon Stineberger, John Stineberger, Aloysius Tarbell, Eli M. Wendell, John Williams, George A. Ward, Ceylon W. County Superintendent On Monday last, Mr. William Scott, formerly of Johnstown, but at present of this place, received his commission as Superintendent of the Common Schools of Cambria County. He will fill the unexpired term of Col. James M. Swank, resigned. Mr. Scott has held the position of Superintendent of the Ebensburg Union School during the past two or three months and has given universal satisfaction. He is a ripe scholar, a gentleman as well and will prove himself a worthy custodian of the great Common School interest in this county. Success attend him! Temperance Celebration The Ebensburg Temperance Association held its annual anniversary on New Year’s Day in the Welsh Congregational Church. The first meeting was held at two o’clock, P. M. when the following officers were elected for the present term: President, Thomas J. Davis Vice President, Isaac Evans Secretary, Daniel J. Jones Treasurer, Samuel Baxter After which Rev. T. Davis of Pittsburg and Rev. J. William addressed the meeting in Welsh and Rev. D. Harbison in English. At 6 o’clock addresses were delivered by Revs. D. Davis, I. C. Singer, L. R. Powell and A. A. Barker, Esq. The well known ability of the speakers brought out a large audience. The reunion was most pleasantly concluded by the Pastor, Mr. Powell, wishing the audience a happy New Year, temporal was well as spiritual. -------------------------------------------------------------------- MARRIAGES Davis-Richards Married in this place, on Tuesday, 31st, ultimo, by Rev. D. Harbison, Mr. Robert Davis to Miss Sarah Richards, both of Ebensburg. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- DEATHS Brookbank Died at Portage, Cambria county, on Friday morning, Nov. 15, 1861 of diphtheria, Willie, son of Andrew J. and Catharine Brookbank, aged 3 years and 10 months. Brookbank Died on Friday, Dec. 20, 1861 of diphtheria, James Thomas, son of Andrew J. and Catharine Brookbank, aged 2 years and 8 days. _________________________________________________________________ Proud to be a PC? Show the world. Download the “I’m a PC” Messenger themepack now. hthttp://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/119642558/direct/01/