[Philadelphia Inquirer 26 November 1906 page 5]
TISSOT.--On November 24, 1906, JULIA A., wife of Henry P Tissot and daughter of the late William G and Catherine M Schiefer. Residence, Upland Terrace, Bala. Due notice of the funeral will be given.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 7 January 1891 page 6]
[possible relevance only; consider as no more than a clue]
ROESCH.--Suddenly, on the 5th instant, Anna Roesch, wife of Wm. Roesch, and daughter of Mrs. Elizabeth Loos [?], of New York.
[[George] Macon Weekly Telegraph 7 December 1916 page 1]
FOUNDER OF GULFPORT DEAD
GULFPORT, Miss., Dec. 6--Capt. Joseph T. Jones, known as the founder of Gulfport, railroad president and largely interested in numerous enterprises in Mississippi and on the gulf coast, died early today in Buffalo, N.Y., according to a dispatach received here today.
[[Mississippi] Daily Herald 7 December 1916 page 1]
Proclamation
Whereas, the sad news of the death of Captain Joseph T. Jones, which occurred in Buffalo, New York, yesterday morning, has been received by the people of the City of Gulfport, Mississipi; and
Whereas, the City of Gulfport and the development of South Mississippi is due most largely to the enterprise and investment of Captain Jones; and
Whereas, he was highly respected and loved by the people of the City of Gulfport, and that his funeral will be held Friday afternoon in the City of Buffalo; now,
Therefore, I, J. C. Corbett, Acting Mayor of the City of Gulfport, do hereby issue the following proclamation:
That there be a cessation of all business from twelve noon to five p.m. Friday, December 8th, 1916, in the City of Gulfport out of memory and respect to Captain Jones; and it is earnestly recommended that suitable memorial exercises be held at the same hour that the funeral is held.
Respectfully,J. C. CORBETT, Acting Mayor.
Attest: J. W. BRADLEY, Clerk.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 30 September 1912, page 15]
LEVIS.--29th inst. REBECCA LEWIS LEVIS, widow of Emmor Elton Levis. Relatives and friends invited to services, Tues, 2 PM, residence, White Hill, N.J. Interment Bordentown. Omit flowers.
**NB--WRONG DATE ON PAGE**
[Philadelphia Inquirer 19 November 1902 page 7]
LEVIS.--On November 18, 1902, Emmor Elton Levis, Sr. The relatives and friends of the family, also survivors of the Ninety-first Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers are invited to attend the funeral services, on Friday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, at his late residence, 816 South Fifteenth street. Interment private.
[Public Ledger 9 January 1863 page 2]
Married.
...
On the 7th instant, by Rev. A. Atwood. Mr. EMMOR E. LEVIS, of this city, to Miss REBECCA L WORRELL, of Delaware. #61
[Philadelphia Inquirer 8 April 1880 page 2]
A Sad Case.--The Deputy Coroner held an inquest yesterday on the body of George Duncan, aged sixty two years, residing in the rear of No. 530 Dillwyn street, who was found dead, on Tuesday morning, at the Saunders Public School House, Dillwyn and Callowhill streets. The evidence elicited was to the effect that the deceased had [sic] been janitor of the school house, and has [sic] been low spirited since the death of his wife, some months ago. On Tuesday morning, at an early hour, he extinguished the lights in the public lamps, having been also employed in that capacity, and repaired to the school house. After the morning session one of the pupils visited the basement and found Mr. Duncan lying on a lounge, apparently asleep. An unsuccessful attempt was made to wake him, and it was ascertained he had been dead for some time. Near him was found a bottle containing a small quantity of laudanum. Duncan had been in the habit of taking laudanum for sleeplessness, and it is supposed he took an overdose. The jury rendered a verdict of death from an overdose of laudanum, accidentally taken.
[Public Ledger 29 July 1872 page 2]
WORL--On the 26th inst, JOHN P. WORL, son of Mary S and the late Samuel Worl
The relatives and friends of the family, also Empire Lodge, No 104, I.O of O F, Vigilant Council, No 13 [2nd digit very unclear], Union Degree Council, No 22 OUAM, and Philadelphia Social Circle, No. 1, I.O of R and S, are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on Tuesday afternoon, at 4 o'clock, from his late residence, No 9 Curran place, Conies [?] street, below Fourth. To proceed to St John's Vault.
[**possible but not likely--why no mention of wife?]
[Philadelphia Inquirer 24 March 1896, page 9]
WIDDIFIELD.--On March 20, 1896, Joseph, son of Catharine and the late William A. Widdifield. Relatives and friends of the family, also any association of which he was a member, are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on Tuesday afternoon, the 24th instant, at 3 o'clock, from his late residence, Madison avenue, below Lansdowne avenue, Lansdowne, Pa. Train leaves Broad Street Station, 2.15 P.M.
[Public Ledger 30 December 1861, page 2]
WALTERS--On the 27th, of consumption of the lungs, JOHN WALTERS, of Co. H, Col. Gregory's Regiment, aged 35 [?].
The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend his funeral, this Monday, the 30th inst., at 1 o'clock, from his late residence, Emerald and Huntington [?] streets, Philadelphia. [Baltimore papers please copy]
[[West Virginia] Wheeling Register 28 June 1879 page 4]
[possible entry only]
MOUNDSVILLE.
...
WE learn that Mr. William Strauss, who lives near Moundsville, is contemplating the erection of a new flouring mill on Market street, Upper Town.
[[West Virginia] Wheeling Register 16 September 1879 page 1]
MOUNDSVILLE.
...
W. H. Strauss is rapidly pushing the work on his new steam mill, in the upper ward, and expects to be ready for operation by the first of October.
[[West Virgina] Wheeling Register 23 March 1882 page 1]
BELLAIRE.
Harry Strauss and Wylie Catlets, two "kids" from Moundsville, were taken from an empty box car on the B. & O. yesterday and sent back home by Detective Roeder. The boys were running away.
[[Alabama] Montgomery Advertiser 31 December 1916 page 13]
Mrs. Jones Elected Head of G. and S.I. Railroad
(Associated Press.)
BUFFALO, Dec 30--Mrs Joseph H [sic] T. Jones, widow of Captain Jones has been elected president of the Gulf and Ship Island railroad to succeed her husband, it was announced here today. Captain Jones died a month ago, leaving an estate of more than fifteen million dollars to his widow and daughter, Grace Jones.
[[Mississippi] Daily Herald 14 December 1916 page 6]
CAPT. JONES LAID TO ETERNAL REST
Funeral Services Attended By Many Citizens of Gulfport Who Went For Last Sad Rites.
Buffalo Express:
The funeral of Captain Joseph T Jones, who died on Wednesday morning, was held at 3 o'clock yesterday afternoon from the family home, No. 267 North Street. The Rev. Cameron J. Davis of Trinity church officiated. The body was placed in the family mausoleum at Forest Lawn.
The services were attended by many prominent Buffalonians and business associates of Capt. Jones and these persons from out of town: Mayor George M. Foote, Frank W. Foote, Dr. J. J. Harry, J. A. Bandi, A. E. Fant, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Brown, B. E. Eaton, G. B. Dantzler, and W. T. Stewart of Gulfport, Miss.; Mr. and Mrs. August C. Morck and Dr. Frank Jackson of Oil City; Mrs. Henry Wilson of Pittsburg. A.C. Jackson of Sisterville, N. J. Bowker, G. J. Connoys and James Amberg of Niagara Falls.
The honorary bearers were D. S. Alexander, John W. Robinson, Hardin H. Littell, Bert L. Jones, C. M. Underhill, A. D. Bissel, Charles R. Huntley, Frank D. Baird, George P. Sawyer, Franklin D. Locke, John N. Scatcherd and C. M. Dow of Jamestown.
[[Mississippi] Daily Herald 7 December 1916 page 1]
BILOXIANS BELIEVE MONUMENT SHOULD BE ERECTED TO CAPT. JONES' MEMORY
Biloxi, December 7.
Superintendent Elnathan Tartt, of the soldiers' home at Beauvoir started a movement this morning looking to the erection of a monument to the memory of Captain Joseph T. Jones, 74 years old, founder of Gulfport, rail road promoter and capitalist, which occurred [sic] at Buffalo, N.Y., yesterday morning.
"I should like the opportunity of giving liberally to a fund for the purpose of erecting a monument for Capt. Jones," said Mr. Tartt. "I believe he was one of the greatest benefactors that South Mississippi has ever had and that not only will the people of Biloxi and Gulfport join in this morvement, but residents throughout South Mississippi will be desirous of contributing to a fund to build a monument to a man who has done so much for the gulf coast region."
Capt. Jones' death created universal regret in Biloxi, where he is regarded as one of the most progressive men of Mississippi, and many people expressed approval of a movement looking to the erection of a monument to his memory.
[[Mississippi] Daily Herald 11 December 1916, page 1]
EULOGIES FOR CAPT. J. T. JONES
Judge Neville and Senator Evans Speak Words of Love and Affection For Honored Dead.
Gulfport, December 11.
The memorial services held at the Methodist Church Friday will long be remembered by those who were present for they were held in honor of a man whose constructive genius has done more for the material development of the state than any other individual who has ever entered its boundaries--Capt. Joseph T. Jones.
There were two addresses delivered upon this occasion which but reflected the esteem and affection in which Captain Jones was held, and it is with pleaslure [sic] that the Herald gives them space in this afternoon's edition. They follow:
JUDGE NEVILLE'S ADDRESS
Judge Jas. H. Neville made the following address in presenting the resolutions at the memorial exercised to Captain J. T. Jones.
In presenting these resolutions to this concourse of friends of Capt. J. T. Jones it is perhaps meet and proper that I should say a word.
It is a sad occasion that brings us all together this evening and one that causes sorrow to all our hearts, but it is meet and pre-eminently meet and proper in my judgment--that the citizens not alone of Gulfport but of this entire Coast should pause in their business engagements and pay tribute to this great and distinguished man, because he was a great man, and he was a distinguished citizen, and he brought good to the entire State of Mississippi.
I knew Captain Jones intimately and well. I was associated with him in all the relations of life, as companion, as friend, and as his counsel, and I think I knew the innermost recesses of Captain Jones' heart; I am sure I did.
Captain Jones was to me every day a wonder. These resolutions, Mr. Chairman, portray with reat accuracy the character of life of that man, so much so that it does appear to me to be the work of supererogation to say one word in addition to what has been written, but I shall do so because I believe in the doctrine that the works of a good man and the works of a great man live after him, and those who are left behind and who know the innermost character of the man can engage in no better work than portraying the life and character of such a man.
I first met Captain Jones in Gulfport; it was not then a city. The buildings of the Gulf & Ship Island Railroad Company, or the offices of the railroad company composed of two or three little buildings, were situated on the front. He had invited the citizens of Gulfport and Harrison County, and I had come in response to that invitation on that night, to listen to the secret which he said he was going to give to the public. I shall never forget that night; there was nothing here at the time, indeed merely the start of a community, and when he was introduced to the audience and began to lay out his plans and this secret it sounded to me and to every one within hearing like a romance; he pictured his purposes, his plans and his desires. He gave to the public long before a lick of work was started upon it a project, his idea, to build here a great office building, a great hotel and all a channel and harbor things which would of themselves and before it was begun add immensely to the wealth and value of the community. I lived to see the dream realized in all of its promises, absolutely more than he promised.
Twelve months after that I became associated with Captain Jones as his counsel, and for seven years I remained in his service; the relations between us were the most cordial and pleasant. We did not always agree. Of course Captain Jones was human. Had he not been, his accomplishments would not be worth so much. In our disagreements of business or otherwise, there was always uppermost in the mind of the man and in his thought integrity of purpose; and he was amenable to reason to as much extent as any man I ever knew in my life, and such was the secret of Captain Jones' wonderful success in my judgment. I have seen him at times when he appeared to me like a mightly torrent driving irresistibly everything before him in his predetermined manner and way of accomplishing what he set out to do; yet he would stop, listen and reason and convince his judgment and he would go back the other way just as strongly.
All Capt. Jones' methods were honest. I never saw him in my life take a [sic] advantage in a business transaction of any human being, and I never knew him in any transaction that he did not take the heavy load in everything.
Let me even at the charge of being perhaps too lengthy relate one incident which illustrates well and stronger than I can tell you in any other way the character of this man. On one occasion it became necessary for his railroad company to purchase a large number of flat cars and he put the construction of these cars by contract with what is called the Car Trust Company. The contracts were signed, executed and delivered and months had passed and the cars were ready almost for delivery. Captain Jones called me in his office one morning and introduced me to a gentleman who was the president of the Car Trust Company. He had before him the contract, and asked me if that contract could be changed if they so desired, and I told him it could be and asked him in what manner he desired to change it. He stated to me that this gentleman had convinced him that the representative of this Car Trust Company which sold this shipment of cars to him if [page 2] delivered according to their contract will be at a loss of absolutely fifty thousand dollards to him. He further stated to me that he knew that was true, and that if a fifty thousand dollar addition was made to the contract that they would not make a dollar upon it but that they would merely recompense themselves for the time, labor and material expended on the same. He stated that he did not desire anything from this company in that way, and that he wanted to change the contract in order to pay them the fifty thousand dollars additional which belonged to them. And he did it. I have seen him do like that often, perhaps not so great in amount, but I have seen him do the same thing on other occasions.
Capt. Jones was a charitable man, he loved his fellow man, and while he had what appeared to be a rough exterior, he had a large and warm and generous heart. His charity was not in libraries or things of that sort that are deeds for the public to see, but it was individual charity; silent unostentatious deeds of good that must count for him bright [sic] somewhere today.
He was generous with his men, with those with whom he worked, and those with whom he came in contact. I have seen his employees in struggles with their superior officers and in controversies and I never saw one of these controveries in my life, even though some time it appeared as though ruin would come from it, that Capt. Jones went into the struggle that he did not come out with peace and accord with his men. They loved him, whatever the "Old Cap'ain" said they believed in, because they knew he was honest. I have seen him reach down and lift up with the hand of charity the humblest colored man in his employ. I have seen him contribute of his charity not only to those who worked with and for him but to those who had no call upon him at all.
Let me recite one instance because I know that this man's life in that regard was not so well known to even those among whom he lived and esteemed so highly as it was to me. On one occasion a city in the State of Mississippi was visited with a terrible scourge in the nature of a storm, houses went down and people lost their lives, property of all description was swept away, and one portion of that city was absolutely wrecked and ruined. I was in Jackson when it occurred and reached home that evening. Capt. Jones sent for me to come to his office and stated to me that he did not know anybody in that community but from what he had heard the suffering there must be dreadful and among a class of people who were unable to help themselves and the burden upon that community hard to bear and that he wanted me to find out the truth for him from some reliable person, whether they needed assistance or not. I called up the clerk of the Circuit Court, a man whom I knew would tell me the truth, and he stated to me that it was a great mistake to say they did nnot need assistance but it was a mystery and a marvel to those people what they were to do with the citizenship utterly helpless and dependent upon their hands. I communicated to Capt. Jones what had been communicated to me, and the tears came to his eyes; he handed me a check, stating that it was his contribution to those people, but with the distinct and express understanding that no one except us would ever know it, a check for thousands of dollars to people whom he did not know. Captain Jones was not only a charitable man; he was a good and a great man, and while he had his faults like all of us, he possessed a generous heart.
Sitting in my office the evening the terrible stroke fell from which he never recovered and which removed him from his business environment in this place, he was talking to me at the time about Gulfport and how much the future held for Gulfport and how anxious he was that the work which was done should be well done. Capt. Jones loved Gulfport as a father loved his child and he was interested in everything that concerned GUlfport; his heart, his mind and his thoughts were always of Gulfport.
It is therefore fitting and proper that the people of Gulfport should do honor and reverence to the memory of a man who did so much for us. We only honor ourselves in so doing. I could stand here by the hour and tell you of the great deeds of heart and hand of his, and which would be pleasing I knokw, but others desire to speak of him as well as myself. I had for him the greatest regard and the greatest respect. Peace to his ashes, and this community will long cherish his memory.
SENATOR EVANS' ADDRESS
Hon. W. G> Evans made the following remarks:
"I have not had the ability or command of words to express my high esteem of Capt. Jones. My first acquaintance with him was on his arrival in Gulfport in 1902. I was among the first citizens of Gulfport to make his acquaintance and to discuss with him the prospects and probabilities of the G. & S. I. Railroad and establishing a great sea port at Gulfport, which had been the dream of Mississippi for many years.
"I could see from the very first that Capt. Jones was delighted with the situation and with the beauties of our Gulf Coast. Not long after he began the dredging of the harbor and channel and spending large sums of money in its construction and the erection of magnificent buildings in Gulfport, at which time the city had only a small population, but soon it commenced to grow with great rapidity.
"It was the confidence and esteem that the people had in the man who was spending his millions in our midst and giving to South Mississippi unparalleled prosperity.
"Capt. Jones in his great work has built to himself a monument in Mississippi that will endure as an evidence of his indominitable energy.
"Capt. Jones possessed a gigantic mind and was a great business man; he was a kind-hearted man, and all who came in contact with him could not help but love him.
"Capt. Jones was not only held in high esteem by all the people, but was especially honored and respected by his employes [sic] in all the departments over which he had control.
"Capt. Jones is gone and a veil of sadness has been drawn over the city and entire community and indeed over the state. All we can do is to cherish his memory, for it can be truthfully said that he has been a benefactor to South Mississippi and the entire state. When another man like Capt. Jones will do for Mississippi what he has done, no one can foresee."
[[Mississippi] Daily Herald 9 December 1916, page 1]
MEMORIAL SERVICES LARGELY ATTENDED
Gulf Coast Citizens Honor Memory of Capt. J. T. Jones--Resolutions Adopted.
Gulfport, December 9.
Despite a steady downpour of rain the spacious auditorium of the First Methodist Church was filled with representative citizens from all along the Gulf Coast to attend the memorial services conducted yesterday afternoon in respect to Cap. J. T. Jones.
The meeting was called for 3 o'clock, but long before that hour the people began to assemble from the towns along the Coast and especially from the city of Gulfport. They represented every religious denomination, every nationality and every business in the community. It was a spontaneous outpouring of people of every class, for there is not a man, woman or child, black or white from Jackson to Gulfport, or along the entire Gulf Coast who has not felt in some way the beneficent hand of Capt. J. T. Jones.
Such an assembly is a living, positive proof that the American people respect and honor a man of few words and many deeds. It is such men as Capt. J. T. Jones whose energy and constructive ability has made possible our churches, our schools, our homes and the other institutions which go to make up our civilization and the world's progress.
Rev. Dr. LaPrade, pastor of the First Methodist Church, where the services were held, stated that the meeting would be in the nature of a memorial service and that Judge W. A. White had been selected to preside.
Judge White took charge of the meeting and Attorney Hanun Gardner was selected as secretary.
Dr. La Prade opened the service with an eloquent and impressive prayer at the conclusion of which the audience, standing, joined with him in repeating the Lord's Prayer.
A committee consisting of Geo. P. Money, Hanun Gardner, Geo. P. Hewes, R. L. Simpson, J. H. Lang, J. W. Bradley, Jas. H. Neville, W. A. WHite and W. G. Evans drew up resolutions of respect. Judge Neville, on account of his having had business associations and intimate relations with Capt. Jones, was selected to read the resolutions. At the conclusion of the reading of these resolutions, which are here printed, Judge Neville spoke feelingly at some length about the man, Capt. Jones, aside from business, as he, the judge had found him in a number of years of intimate association with him. A copy of his eloquent address will be found in Monday's issue.
Judge W. G. Evans was the next speaker and spoke of having known the Captain from the time of his first visit to Gulfport until the time he left Gulfport for the last time a few months ago. No higher tribute could be paid to a man in the daily walks of life than that paid by Judge W. G. Evans to Capt. J. T. Jones. He spoke of the meeting which Capt. Jones had called to tell the citizens a secret. At this meeting Mr. Evans was chairman and those present could not but think that it was a romantic dream when Capt. Jones pictured to them the office buildings, the Great Southern Hotel and the harbor. Yet, said the judge, the dream in three years was more than realized.
Capt. Jones, he said, was a man who did more than he said. An extract of the address made by Judge W. G. Evans will also appear in Monday's issue of the Herald.
Geo. P. Hewes made a few well-chosen remarks, saying in part that as a business man of Gulfport that Capt. Jones was a man of integrity in business, a man of his word and a man who made an effort to shoulder a little more than his end of the load. Gulfport, he said, would miss Capt. Jones for he had been its greatest friend.
Dr. W. C. Grace, as a representative of the ministerial association, said that he had been asked to speak for the ministers as he had been in Gulfport longer than any other minister present. Capt. Jones was not identified with any denomination, but the heart of the man was full of charity and a desire to do good to others as shown by his many deeds of kindness. It had been the doctor's privilege on many occasions to call on Capt. Jones in connection with business matters. The Captain being a busy man, Dr. Grace said that he always tried to make his visits brief and to the point. On no occasion did Capt. Jones treat him with other than the greatest respect. No matter how busy he was he always asked Dr. Grace to sit down and talk and the Captain was always enthusiastic about the welfare of Gulfport. Directly or indirectly, Capt. Jones had donated the location or lot on which every church in Gulfport had been built.
John H. Lang then spoke concerning his knowledge of Capt. Jones. He had known him intimately. Mr. Lang told of two instances to show the character of the man. When Capt. Jones contemplated building the traction line along the Coast, he called several citizens together, among them being Mr. Lang, and told them his plan. He told them to make the matter as public as possible so that the people who owned the land along the beach would know it and would not sell their land to speculators, but would get the benefit of the increase in value which woudl result from the building of the traction road. It was pointed out that he might get agents to buy up the land secretly and make a million dollars, but his he positively refused to do. A bank at Pass Christian became involved, owning the First National National [sic] Bank, of which Capt. Jones [page 3] was president, large sums of money. Mr. Lang was chosen to wind up the affairs of the bank, and on going to Capt. Jones about it, was told to not cause any loss to anyone by hurrying matters of [sic] pushing them. The Captain told Mr. Lang that the First National Bank would stand behind him and the Captain carried out his word to the last letter, thereby obviating great loss. This, said Mr. Lang, was characteristic of the man.
Dr. H. M. Folkes of Biloxi, who next spoke, thought that is was his duty and privilege as a citizen of the Coast and of Biloxi to say a few words concerning this stalward man and true citizen. It was given to only one man in 10,000, said the doctor, to dream and execute at the same time. Capt. Jones was one of these. He was a remarkable man and an empire builder. Dr. Folkes could not help but contrast the conditions before Capt. Jones came to the Coast with conditions a few years after he came and with conditions today. The doctor was on the state health board before his G. & S. L. was built and knew something about conditions in South Mississippi at that time. The change was phenomenal.
It had been for some years the dream of Mississippi and especially Biloxi that they could have a deep sea harbor on the Gulf Coast. When Capt. Jones gave to publicity his dream of a harbor and a deep sea channel the people of Biloxi smiled and exchanged knowing glances, because government engineers advised against a harbor at this locality. But while they smiled and looked knowingly; while they said the first big storm would fill up the channel and make useless the harbor, Capt. Jones, the dreamer, dug the channel and built the harbor and Biloxi lost her opportunity.
It was rare, the doctor said, to find a dreamer, who could execute and yet who had goodness of heart and unselfishness combined in one character.
At the conclusion of the remarks of Dr. Folkes, a benediction was pronounced by Rev. H. H. Sneed, and one of the most remarkable meetings ever held in Gulfport came to a close.
The resolutions adopted at the meeting are as follows:
RESOLUTIONS ON THE DEATH OF CAPT. JOSEPH T. JONES
News of the death of Gulfport's builder brings its citizens together for a mutual consolation; and as a father's death assembles those who were the object of his care, so we, from every clime and state, who brought our fortunes and our hopes to this fair city of his dreams, his pride and his accomplishment, are in immediate gathering here to give spontaneous expression to our measure and appreciation of the man whose death now shadows forth the brightness of his life and character.
He builded [sic] here a city on the sand, but its foundations yet endureth [sic] as a rock; he broke the silence of the centuries upon this southern shore with industry, the corner stones of which forever bear the name of J. T. Jones. His early struggles as a boy; his sufferings and his glories on the crucial stage at Fredericksburg, the Wilderness, Antietam, at Cold Harbor, and at Gettysburg; his faith in Pennsylvania oil fields which at length repaid his strong endeavors; the constructive forces and the genius which made him an owner of the scenic railway at Niagara's mighty falls; the erection of great flouring and paper mills; his rare ability to see and use his opportunities, his courage to proceed where his own visions led; his wrestling of success from every venture--all of these are tributes to the man.
But comparable with these are what we saw and know of him. From Mississippi's capital down to the Gulf, where she had stood through all the years with yearning and with outstretched hands to other people and to other lands, clothed in the silence of her inactivity and apparently waiting for the knock of Opportunity, he pierced her labyrinthine wilds, and taking up abandoned plans of others, gathering in his sure grasp the broken ends of uncompleted works, he brushed aside the mocker and iconoclast, substantialized his dream with earnings from his earlier labors and investments, till at last he viewed his work and saw a smile upon the fact of Mississippi's Coast which made him glad. He sowed a strip from Jackson to the Coast with opportunity, and lived to see the people reap success in happy homes, in schools and towns and industries. He heard the whistle of his engines in the solemn woods, and set ten thousand hands to useful work among the pines, along the streams, and waiting Gulf. He heard the hum of industry; he saw the people congregate from every land, and watched them build their homes, and heard the voice of an infant city crying lustily; he loaned his money to the building of her structures; he built a bank and put his sinews of development within its vaults; his creosote factory transfused into the Mississippi pines the preservative of commerce, and then sent them to the Panama Canal.
Although he could have made a wondrous profit for himself and his associates by purchasing the lands up on the shore, he built a modern street car line along the Coast from famed Biloxi to the city named for John Christian, declaring that he wished the people to enjoy full opportunity to buy these lands themselves: that he had found his health upon this sunny shore, and that he dreamed to see it filled with happy homes!
He saw a channel from Ship Island to the mainland an connected Mississippi with the world; he thrust a mile-long pier into the peaceful Mississippi Sound and sent a message to its greatest fleets: he lived to see them ride to anchor in the harbor of this port and leave for foreign langs with products of our forests. Cotton compresses he founded in the state, and in a thousand ways infused the spirit of development into the veins of Mississippi!
Swept into the fratricidal strife of 1861, he risked himself for the North: in the fraternal labor after thirty years, he put his heart, his money and his work in building in the South.
Of sturdy parentage, he was a sturdy man. Commencing in the North, and ending in the South, his heart and impulses were, however, universal and superior. Genial, sympathetic, generous, benevolent and kind, his ear was open to both individual and gregarious requests--so numerous that they could hardly be recounted.
Born in 1842, his active life and proper habits gave him more than the allotted time by fourteen years. Preceded by a son who pleased his heart, now followed by a wife and daughter who have been his comfort and his stay: two splendid women left to mourn two splendid men!
The people of this City meet to join their grief with that of these bereft, and to express in these poor words the value and esteem in which the stricken one is held by them: by way of condolence, by way of testimony to the world, and tribute to the memory of him who made himself a living force for those with whom he spent his latest years.
RESOLVED, That copies of these resolutions be given to the family of Captain Jones and to the press.
Signed: Geo. P. Money, Hanun Gardner, Geo. P. Hewes, R. L. Simoson J. H. Lang, J. W. Bradley, W. G. Evans, W. A. White, Jas. H. Neville.
[[Mississippi] Daily Herald 6 December 1916 page 1]
CAPTAIN J. T. JONES PASSED AWAY AT HIS HOME IN BUFFALO, NEW YORK, EARLY THIS MORNING
News of the Death of Gulfport's Leading Citizen Was Received With Regret Today--Was Leader in the Development of South Mississippi. Meeting Will Be Held By Gulfport Citizens at Methodist Church Friday to Pass Fitting Memorial Resolutions.
Gulfport, December 6.
The sad news of the death of Capt. J. T. Jones at his home in Buffalo, N.Y., was received here at 10 o'clock this morning by J.C. Simpson, secretary of the Gulf & Ship Island Railroad. The end came peacefully at 7 o'clock this morning. Death came so gently and peacefully that it was like a tired child going to sleep. Capt. Jones had been in feeble health for the past three years but the death was a great shock nevertheless. He was 74 years and 9 months of age at the time of his death.
W. T. Stewart, vice president and general manager of the G. & S. I., was absent in Washington, D.C., when the news was received but was immediately notified and started at once for Buffalo.
Upon receiving the news here this morning the regret was so spontaneous and univeral among the citizents that arrangements to give it concrete expression were immediately considered and it was intended to have a meeting at the City Hall this evening to adopt resolutions of respect, but upon learning later that the funeral ceremonies were to be held in Buffalo at 3 o'clock Friday afternoon it was decided to hold a memorial meeting at the same hour at which the funeral services will be held in Buffalo. This memorial service will be held in the First Methodist Church Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock for the purpose of adopting resolutions.
Flags on the city school buildings will fly at half mast during the memorial services Friday afternoon. The railroad shops and the Gulf & Ship Island offices will be closed all day Friday and every train on the road will stop for 10 minutes at exactly 3 o'clock.
Commissioner J. W. Bradley stated today that the City Commissioners would ask that all business in the city, and the public schools as well, close from 2 to 5 o'clock on Friday afternoon.
Captain Jones was born in Philadelphia, June 11, 1842, of sturdy Welch ang [sic] English parents, and received his schooling in the public schools of Wayne County, Pa., prior to the outbreak of the Civil War. On September 10th, 1861, he enlisted in Company of the 91st Regiment of Pennsylvania Volunteers under gallant Col. E. M. Gregory; and saw service in the bloodiest battles of the Civil War--Fredericksburg, Cold Harbor, Antiteam [sic], the Wilderness, Gettysburg. In the battle of Cold Harbor he was shot through both ankles, and lay unconscious in the trenches for twenty-four hours as a result of an exploding shell. So severe were the wounds that he was mustered out of service in the latter part of September, 1863. For gallantry on the field, Captain Jones rose from the ranks successively to quartermaster, sergeant, second lieutenant, first lieutenant and captain of his company.
In 1876, Captain Jones was married to Miss Melodia E. Blackmarr of Alliance, Ohio, whose social activities and support of organized charities have made her widely known and loved in their home city of Buffalo. To them were born two children, Joseph Albert whose ability and energy had promoted him to the position of able lieutenant of his father, and whose untimely death was deplored by the thousands who had come to love him; and Miss Grace E., an accomplished daughter, who was her father's constant companion and helper.
Immediately after the war Captain Jones turned his attention to the oil business, and began his first well on Cherry Run above Oil City, Pa. His first twelve wells were dry, but the thirteenth attempt brought in a gusher. He had drilled over 1500 oil wells, and his extensive operations in Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Ohio made him at one time the largest individual oil producer in the United States.
Captain Jones' ability as an organizer early drew about him a coterie of men of ability and financial strength; and at the head of this group, he carried his constructive genius into many fields of endeavor. Aside from his old interests, Captain Jones was one of the largest stockholders in the Gorge Road, the magnificent Scenic Railway at Niagara Falls; the Cataract Milling Co., a flour mill with a capacity of 800 barrels a day; and the Pettibone Paper Mill which turns out 30 tons of paper daily.
In 1895 Captain Jones became interested in South Mississippi, and with a small group of associates began the work that stamped him the South's greatest captain of industry; and in no part of a wide and varied business career did he show the broad mental grasp of big business, the indomitable will, the enduring enthusiasm, and a power of organization amounting to genius more strongly than in this undertaking. He came to the Coast when Gulfport was a struggling village, and the Gulf & Ship Island Railroad, a road of about 20 miles in length with right-of-way as far as Hattiesburg. He bent his back to the burden of road building through what was practically unbroken forestes. His associates in the venture became timid from adverse reports and difficulties to be contended with and withdrew. Single-handed Captain Jones forced his steel lines through forest and swamps, over hill and valley, conscious that the completion of his dream would double the value of a rich state, and furnish millions of acres ready to the hand of industry and thrift. The building of a road from the Capital to the Coast, and the opening up of the richest pine timber area in the world had been the hope of Mississippians for decades past; but int he 307 miles of Gulf & Ship Island system there stands the most enduring testimonial that can be cited to a single man's ability, perseverance and energy.
He recognized the fundamental need of South Mississippi for a sea port and in the year 1897 began the dredging of the Gulfport Harbor against adverse reports of government engineers and experts. He paid the National Dredging Company of Baltimore, Md., over a million dollars for their work on the basin and channel, and expended another million on the approaches and piers. Today this harbor stands land-locked and safe, one of the notable engineering features of the South.
His genius has touched the Coast in every phase of constructive effort. He organized the Gulfport Real Estate Improvement Company, which concern erected the first modern business block in the city. Through his personal agents and other channels he has furnished the means of building hundreds of homes. He belted the Coast with the lines of the Gulfport & Mississippi Coast Traction Company, a million dollar system, that has brought to thirty thousand people the conveniences of quick travel, ready market facilities, and suburban home building on 25 miles of the beautiful Coast front. He put into existence the Gulfport Towing Company, and gave to this port the advantage of low rates on the towing and coaling of vessels. He organized the Gulfport Creosoting Company and marketed the pine timber in its most valuable form. At Hattiesburg, Laurel and Mt. Olive he founded cotton compress companies to stimulate the farming and commercial interests of those communities. He built the magnificent Hotel Hattiesburg at Hattiesburg at an expense of over a quarter of a million dollars to accommodate the traveling public. At Gulfport he transformed a pile of sand into the most beautiful garden in the South and in its midst, at a cost of three hundred thousand dollars, set the Great Southern Hotel, a hostelry whose fame is making the Coast the playground of the Mississippi Valley. His constructive ability has been tested in the financial as well as in the industrial field. He founded the First National Bank of Gulfport with a capital of $250,000 and total resources of over $2,000,000. With his hand at the helm as president, and with a list of stockholders representing large capital and strong banking connection, the First National Bank has taken its position in the forefront of banks in our State, the strongest financial institution on the Gulf Coast.
In every generation there come but few men of the mold of Captain Jones. These are the men who make industrial history, and on their foot-steps follow the progress that makes for industry, home and happiness for teeming thousands. They are alike--the big-brained grasp of men and measures; the rugged strength of body and mind that knows no rest; the unswerving purpose and granite will that sees no turning aside. For these and many other reasons the whole State of Mississippi will mourn the death of Captain Joseph T. Jones.
[[Mississippi] Daily Herald 19 December 1916 page 4]
THE LATE JOSEPH T. JONES.
Captain Jones--as he was generally called--had been ill for several years, but continued to the last to give more or less attention to his large and diversified business interests. He had served his country in time of war, but he was essentially a business man, and one of the most successful that ever made Buffalo his home. His accumulations were of the sort that are beneficial to a community and a country, as they were the result not of speculation, but of the development of new industrial and transportation enterprises.
Captain Jones's main activities for some years past had been displayed in other parts of the country, but he remained the owner of several large enterprises hereabouts, where his home and principal offices continued to be.
His was a typical American career--small beginnings, growing into great results, due to capacity and courage as well as to industry and foresight. Moreover, he was a good citizen, a good friend, a good husband and father.
[[Louisiana] Times-Picayune 31 December 1916 page 24]
WIDOW TAKES HIS PLACE
Mrs. Joseph T. Jones Made President of Interests in Mississippi.
Buffalo, N.Y., Dec. 30.--Mrs. Joseph T. Jones, widow of Captain Jones, has been elected president of the Gulf and Ship Island railroad and other interests in Mississippi, to succeed her husband, it was announced here today.
Captain Jones died a month ago, leaving an estate of more than fifteen million dollars to his wife and daughter, Grace Jones.
The report that Miss Grace Jones, Captain Jones [sic] daughter, would head the company gained circulation soon after Captain Jones' death here six weeks ago. At that time it was emphatically denied by Mrs. Jones and by Miss Jones that the latter would fill the place of her deceased father.
[[Louisiana] Times-Picayune 7 December 1916 page 3]
[page one is not available on GenealogyBank (accessed 2 January 2010)]
JOSEPH T. JONES, 74, GULFPORT FOUNDER, IS DEAD IN BUFFALO
Continued from Page One.
incorporators of the Bradford Oil Company, and later became its sole owner.
He married in Venango county, Pennsylvania, October 15, 1875, Miss Lou E. Blackmarr, daughter of the Rev. R. L. Blackmarr, a minister of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and they had two children, Joseph Albert and Grace E. He was a Republican in politics, and in 1888 was appointed one of the presidential electors from Pennsylvania.
Captain Jones removed to Buffalo in 1908 [? possibly 1903?]. Branching out, he soon became known through his investments and enterprises as the "Mississippi Railroad King," head of the Gulf and Ship Island railroad, and promoter, among other prodigious projects, of the work of making a city and seaport of Gulfport. Like the Jones "that paid the freight," he opened the harbor and at the same time the eyes of the national government, which was loath to discourage the coveted desire of the wealthy Buffaloian.
DREDGES LONG CHANNEL
He dredged a seven-mile channel, 300 feet wide, 28 feet in depth, constructed an immense pier at an expense of a million dollars, enabling ship and train to stand within hand-shaking distance. These trains represented the equipment of the Gulf and Ship Island railroad, 307 miles in length, which he bought, completely rebuilt, extended and placed in operation thereon the latest type of motive power and cars, organizing and maintaining an experienced staff of officials, with "system and results" as the watchword.
The government, in the meantime, assumed supervision of the harbor, because of the rapidity with which the port developed, the exportation of lumber growing by leaps and bounds, until today Gulfport is said to be the greatest pitch pine port in the world, and in other exportations, such as naval stores and cotton, which are fast placing it as a maritime station of great importance.
Captain Jones, realizing the importance of an interurban railway connecting the towns of Biloxi, Mississippi City, Long Beach and Pass Christian with Gulfport, constructed the railway along the beach front, thereby affording an unsurpassed novelty in this section in the way of a scenic attraction to the tourist, and needed facility to residents of the towns mentioned, being the father of the Mississippi and Gulf Coast Traction Company. Today, high-speed traction cars, the finest that money can purchase, operated under the electric block system, traverse the water's edge for twenty-eight miles. [Two lines of this paragraph are out of order in the original.]
Railroad shops and offices and the palatial modern hotel known as the Great Southern were also constructed by Captain Jones in Gulfport.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 31 March 1911 page 14; also 1 April 1911 page 14 with no chanages]
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ZEHENDER.--At the residence of his daughter, Mrs Annie E Bidlingmeyer, 3257 Locust st, on March 30, 1911, John G ZEHENDER, aged 78 years. Due notice of funeral will be given.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 23 March 1908 page 13]
GREGORY.--On March 20, 1908, IDA M. widow of Justus Abraham Gregory, aged 66 years. Due notice of funeral will be given.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 24 March 1908 page 5]
GREGORY.--On March 20, 1908, IDA MURPHY, widow of Justus Abraham Gregory. Relatives and friends are invited to attend funeral services, on Tuesday at 2 PM precisely, at residence of Henry Bassett, 1126 N 41st St. Interment private.
[Public Ledger 13 January 1863 page 2]
GODFREY--Killed, at the battle of Fredericksburg, on the 13th day of December 1863, AMOS GODFREY, Co. A, 91st Regiment P.V., the son of Apoline and the late Joseph Godfrey, in the 28th year of his age.
No wife stood beside him to soothe the death fear.Or wipe the cold dew from his brow;
He fell at his post, with his tried armor on,
In a moment of triumph and pride--
And, though from the scene of conflict he's gone,
Yet in honor and glory he died.
Sleep, noble warrior, sleep!
The tomb is now thy bed;
Cold in its bosom thou dost rest,
In silence with the dead.
He was a man as brave and true
As ever drew the breath of life;
We pity, from our hearts, we do,
His orphan children and his wife.
But God advised that it should be
His fate to fall in battle slain--
A bullet pierced his head, and he
Died where he fell and knew no pain.
He was a beloved husband and a kind father, a dutiful son and affectionate brother, and was beloved by all who knew hiim.
If his remains should be recovered, due notice will be given of the funeral.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 10 October 1907 page 4]
FRACTURES BOTH HEELS
Seventy-Year-Old Painter Victim of Odd Accident
While at work painting a house at Germantown avenue and Armat street yesterday Albert Stephen Girard, 70 years old, of 5628 Morton street, fell from the scaffold upon which he was standing, fracturing the bones in the heels of both his feet.
Physicians at the Germantown Hospital, where he was taken, pronounce the injuries as the most peculiar in all their experience. While not of a serious character, the injured man will be unable to walk for many months.
Girard fell about twenty feet, and landed squarely on his feet, the soles striking a stone pavement with such force as to break the heel bones of both legs.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 17 February 1901 page 9]
GETZ.--On February 11, 1901, George W. Getz. Funeral on Sunday, at 1 o'clock, from the residence of his sister, Mrs. Lex, 1521 North Alder Street. Interment private.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 15 September 1895, part 2, page supplement 14]
GASH.--On the 14th inst., Isabel L., wife of the late George H. Gash, aged 57 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on Tuesday afternoon, at 1 o'clock, from her late residence, 449 East Indiana avenue. To proceed to Greenwood Cemetery.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 17 December 1922, page 17]
BLACK.--Dec. 14, GEORGE W., husband of Agnes Black. Relatives and friends, also Posts Nos. 2 and 51 G.A.R., are invited to attend funeral services, Mon., 2 P.M., at late residence, 444 W. St. Paul st. Int. private. Viewing Sun. eve.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 18 December 1862 page 2]
FROM THE 129TH PENNA. REG'T.
Correspondence of the Inquirer.
FREDERICKSBURG, VA., Dec. 14, 1862.
A rest in this place, after the terrible fight of yesterday, gives me an opportunity of dropping you a few lines concerning the result. The terrific connonading [sic] of yesterday was continued throughout the whole day, and extended from the right to the left of the line of batteries ranged along the river. HUMPHREY'S Division had encamped for the night previous about a mile distant from the enemy, and were ordered to be in readiness to cross the river, at the middle pontoon bridge, at early dawn. The Brigade (General TYLER'S) was not moved off, however, until about ten o'clock, and reached the opposite shore about noon, continually saluted on the way by showers of Rebel shell, which served to keep up the attention of the men as to what was going on ahead and over them.
After depositing knapsacks and blankets in several buildings, so as to put the men in good fighting condition, the brigade was moved forward towards the outskirts of the town from the river. The town by this time presents a dilapidated appearance, many of the buildings have been burned down, and the rest exhibit the marks of the ultimate shelling administered to this rebellious town by both friends and foes. The town was almost deserted by the inhabitants, except, perhaps, by a few contrabands, who hafe been kept in such a great state of fright for the last three or four days that they do not know yet whether to welcome the new comers or not. During the whole of the time the brigade was in the town the Rebel shell fell fast and furiously over us, shattering buildings and destroying the property, though doing no other damage to the brigade than killing one and wounding another of the One-hundred and thirty-fourth Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers, at that time marching side by side in the streets with the One-hundred-and-twenty-ninth Pennsylvania Volunteers.
The brigade was now ordered to take its position in the front, covering a battery now for the first time pushed forward on the rise of ground against a formidable Rebel battery less than half a mile distant, and the approach to which was difficult, on account of several ditches, and particularly of a strong stone wall and many rifle-pits, behind and within which the Rebels had posted a strong force. The ground in front of their batteries afforded them an excellent sweep for grape and canister in case any attempt should be made, and they were ready to hail death and destruction upon any force that might be rashly thrust forward for that purpose. A public road ran along to the right of our position, and the Ninety-first and One-hundred-and-twenty-ninth Pennsylvania were at first ordered into a position on the right of the road. An unfortunate move it proved. While the position was well sheltered from the main battery, it afforded an excellent opportunity for a second battery, on the right of the first, to pour in several raking shots, which told with fearful effect, one taking effect in the Ninety-first, and the other in the One hundred-and twenty-ninth.
Lieutenant PARVIN, Company B, of the latter regiment, was mortally injured by the shell, and has since died. This position became almost too warm, and we changed to another position behind the batteries, on the crest of a small rise in the ground, the Rebel batteries being upon still higher ground. The position was only tolerably secure, as every now and then a shell would burst in among us that would almost dispel any attempt at cool, calm reflection. Horses were killed, and pieces of shell and flesh scattered in all directions. Our batteries replied vigorously, returning shot for shot, until so many of the cannoneers had been killed off by the Rebel sharp-shooters in the pits--that a call was made for men to work the guns from among the volunteer regiments.
The firing continued without intermission until the sun went down, and then a charge upon the rifle pits and stone wall was ordered, and the Jersey Blue Brigade was selected for the work. The Ninety-first occupied the right, and the One hundred-and twenty ninth the left, with the One hundred and twenty-sixth and One-hundred-and thirty fourth Pennsylvania Volunteers in their rear, who were to follow them.
At the word the regiments moved forward briskly, and with a wild hurrah they mounted the hill and advanced at a run, with bayonets fixed and in good order. As soon as the movement was perceived by the Rebs, they opened a fire of grape and cannister upon the ranks which told with fearful effect. In addition to other difficulties, the advancing line were obliged to cross a fence and over one or two other regiments, which were then lying down, and, besides, the mud was over shoe deep. Nevertheless, in spite of these obstacles, te line moved forward, through thrown into some confusion by the storm of shot and shell which filled the air more furiously than ever. The Minie balls whistled by with their fitful hiss, and the great guns of the enemy belched forth their thunder and scattered death and destruction all around.
But valor was of no avail, and the advance was first checked, and then was compelled to retire slowly from before this destructive line of fire. The officers did all that bravery and coolness could do to rally the men and continue the advance. Gen. HUMPHREYS exposed himself recklessly to the enemy's fire, having had two horses shot from under him, while his staff were all unhurt. Colonel FRICK, riding gallantly at the head of his regiment, cheered them on in the fearful advance, and afterwards, when we were checked, did his best to restore them to order and to advance once more. But valor was useless against that tempest of shot and shell, and only hurled itself on to its own destruction. During the short time that elapsed whilst the charge was being made, upwards of one hundred men of the One hundred-and-twenty-ninth had been either killed or wounded, and almost a like proportion from each of the other three regiments of the brigade. Six Captains were wounded in the charge, and one Lieutenant probably killed. Captain LAWRENCE, Company A, was dangerously wounded in the groin and spine, probably mortally. Captain THOMAS received a painful wound, whilst Captain TAYLOR, of Bethlehem, was struck by a Minie ball in the shoulder, and Captain LEIB, of Ashland, Schuylkill county, was shot by a ball in the left arm, about the elbow joint, which may take a long time to cure. The injuries received by the other officers were not so serious.
Later at night the Brigade was ordered off the field, and found quarters in Fredericksburg, only to be routed up [sic] at 10 o'clock at night to take their positions in the fields again, where they remained until after day broke, when they were again ordered from the field, and are now resting in this much shelled town.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 15 June 1880 page 3]
House bill granting a pension to William Bowman, Ninety first Pennsylvania Volunteers, was passed.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 2 February 1889]
KELLY.--On January 29, 1889, STEPHEN KELLY, aged 56 years.
The Ninety-first Regiment, P.V.V. Association, Post 8, G.A.R., and friends of deceased, are invited to attend funeral services, at E.D. Baker Hall, Columbia avenue, west of Broad street, Sunday, February 3, at 2 o'clock.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 9 March 1888 page 3]
MONUMENT COMMISSION.
The Matter of the Pennsylvania Reserve Corps Memorial Hall Referred to the Attorney-General.
The Board of Commissioners on Gettysburg Monuments held the first of a two days' session yesterday in the rooms of the United States Club, Chestnut street below Fifteenth. General John P. Taylor, of Mifflin county, presided, with Major Samuel Harper acting secretary. The only member of the commission not present was General J.P.S. Gobin, of Lebanon.
The consideration of the proposition of the Pennsylvania Reserve Corps Association to blend the $1500 appropriation made to each of the fifteen regiments and build a Memorial Hall was the first business considered. Favoring this plan, written argument was presented by General Hutchinson and Professor Hamilton, and oral argument made by ex-Governor Curtin, Dr. Atkinson and Judge Henderson.
After a lengthy discussion, it was decided to refer the matter to the Attorney General of the State for his opinion respecting the legality of combining the appropriations. The Reserve Corps includes twelve regiments of infantry, the Bucktails Rifle Regiment, the First Pennsylvania Cavalry, Battery B and the combined Batteries F and G of the First Light Artillery Regiment.
The plans and erection of the following monuments received the approval of the commission, and where the cost was in excess of the $1500, appropriated by the State, the Regimental Association pays that excess:
On hundred and-sixteenth Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, cost $3105; the One-hundred-and-fourteenth, cost $1525; the One-hundred-and fiftieth, $1500; the Eighty-eighty, $2500; the One hundred and fifty-third and Seventy third, $1550 each; and the Ninetieth, $1500. The plans submitted by the Ninety first and One-hundred and eighteenth Regiments were laid over.
Favorable action has now been taken on thirty-four of the eighty-one commands entitled to memorial monuments out of the sum appropriated by the State. Two regiments, the Eighty-fourth and One-hundred and second, were detailed to guard wagon trains during the battle, and are therefore included in the appropriation. Of the Pennsylvania Reserve Corps four of the regiments did not take part in the battle.
At this time there are but twelve of the old Pennsylvania regiments without veteran associations. In the event of these failing to organize and present plans for monuments by June 15, the law says the commission must provide suitable tablets to mark the positions of those regiments in the engagement.
**in Google Books search "91st Penna"-PA Commandery lists lots of people
**in Google Books search "J T Jones" Gulfport AND "J T Jones" Buffalo AND "J T Jones" oil <sigh>
[Public Ledger 9 January 1863 page 2]
On the 7th instant, by Rev. A. Atwood, Mr. Emmor E. Levis, of this city, to Miss REBECCA L WORRELL, of Delaware. #61.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 24 February 1899 page 11]
[**not identified**]
GRODAN.--In Colmar, on February 18, 1899, Henry Grodan, of Philadelphia, aged 59 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend his funteral, from M. F. Mack's parlors. 16 [?] East Marshall street, Norristown, Pa., on Friday, February 24, at 2 P.M.; also the Italian Lodge, No. 529, F. and A.M., and the members of Ninety-first Pennsylvania Volunteers, at 2 o'clock. Interment at Montgomery Cemetery.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 9 March 1863 page 2]
FROM THE NINETY-FIRST PENNA. REGIMENT.
Correspondence of the Inquirer.
CAMP NEAR FALMOUTH, VA., March 2d, 1863.
As yours is the only paper sought after in this delightful abode of liquid mud, I thought I would take the liberty of informing you that there is a batch of Uncle Sam's nephews "down yer," yclept the Ninety-first Pennsylvania Volunteers, commanded by Colonel E M. Gregory, who claim the Quaker City as their home. We have now been in active service over twelve months, a portion of the time on provost duty at Washington and Alexandria. In August last we were in company with the One-hundred-and-twenty-sixth, One-hundred-and-twenty-ninth and One-hundred-and-thirty-fourth Pennsylvania Regiments, formed into a Brigade under the command of Brigadier-General TYLER, of Ohio, in Ex-General FITZ-JOHN PORTER'S Grand Division, with whom we took part in that famous tramp through "Maryland, my Maryland." In November we were transferred to the care of Major-General JOSEPH HOOKER, under whose regime we passed through that terrible December 13th, at Fredericksburg.
After we had crossed the river our regiment was taken back of the city, and stationed at the foot of a ridge, which seemed to afford a partial protection from the artillery of the enemy; but the Rebs being a little better posted in the cover business than ourselves, had planted a battery to enfilade the cover, and no doubt enjoyed the joke hugely as they saw us file in and lie down to await our turn at the stone wall. After we had got nicely fixed, they sent us a despatch in the shape of a shell, warning us that we were trespassing. Not taking much heed of that, they repeated the dose, until our exposed condition drew remarks from many of our own Generals.
After losing Lieutenant MURPHY, of Company I, and five men by this piece of strategy, we were called off to the left side of the road and formed into line of battle amid a perfect hailstorm of shot and shell. The brave General HUMPHRIES, commander of our division, rode up and addressed us:--"Sons of Pennsylvania, yonder is the enemy! The honor of your State is in your keeping!--this means charge bayonet. Now show them how do to it!" Away we started, up the hill, across the meadow, over men lying in line of battle on the ground, through mud and obstacles of every kind we followed General HUMPHRIES, and planted our colors within thirty yards of that stone wall against which division after division had been thrown during the entire day only to meet with repulse and slaughter, and there we stayed until the shades of night gathered around us.
Early in the charge our Colonel's horse fell under him, having received seven distinct wounds. The Colonel was wounded in the sword hand, and found himself in a twinkling disarmed, dismounted and wounded, but seizing a sword from an astonished officer, he sprang again to the front, shouting, "Come on my Ninety-first," and hatless, his grey hair streaming in the wind, his coat covered with mud, he led the way towards the Rebel works. We lost our Major and many others in this charge. We regret them deeply, but they fell with their faces towards the foe.
Since the battle we have lost our Quartermaster, Lieut. GEORGE W. EYRE, after a very short illness. A perfect soldier and gentleman, endeared alike to rank and file, his loss is keenly felt.
The Colonel is now, and has been for some time past, in command of the brigade. On Friday, Feb. 27th, the division was ordered out on picket; advantage was taken of the appearance of the Colonel to present him with a horse, the gift of the commissioned officers of the regiment. The horse was presented by Captain JOSEPH H. SINEX. Immediately afterwards, Sergt. D F. MANSFIELD, of Co. F, on behalf of the enlisted men, presented him with a costly and beautiful sword. We are satisfied with the leader of our choice, and know that we will not be asked to go anywhere where he dare not lead.
We hear considerable down here about the demoralization of the army, that we won't fight under certain Generals, etc If citizens suppose that soldiers ask any questions when ordered to "pack up," they are "mighty much mistook." The advance on certain death at Fredericksburg ought to have stifled that cry forever.
As to our demoralization we ascribe it to the reports of those ex-veterans, who, seized with the earth-work fever, obtained their discharge on some trivial excuse and now act the part of parlor heroes, and lament over our demoralization.
Since the appearance of "ye green-back man" our complaints have all vanished, our tobacco pouches are filled, and the Army of the Potomac, in their lonely shelter tents, are willing to "forward" when ordered, and ask no better amusement than to meet the enemy on an open field and give them a lesson in morality.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 27 May 1897 page 3]
VETERANS APPEAL AND ENTER PROTEST
They Will Go to Washington To-day to Present Their Case.
LIST OF DISCHARGED MEN
They Take Issue with Superintendent Kretz and Show the Number of Mint Employees Dropped for Political Reasons.
To-day the committee having in charge the reinstatement of Republican veterans discharged from the Mint for political reasons will go to Washington, and, accompanied by Congressman James Rankin Young, will call upon Secretary Gage to present their case. They have prepared the following "protest and appeal."
Hon. William McKinley, Present.Dear Sir: We, the undersigned, your comrades and fellow-citizens, veterans of the war, dismissed from our positions in the United States Mint at Philadelphia for political reasons, respectfully ask your careful consideration to the following statement of facts.
First. We claim that we are entitled to the protection of the United States regarding the veteran, which have heretofore been interpreted as assuring to us our places under the government, where we have rendered faithful and efficient service, and from which we were unjustly and unlawfully removed.
Second. Our removal, in each and every case, was without cause, except that we were loyal Republicans, and our places were required for the Democratic partisan.
Third. The Superintendent whose mandate removes us was himself dismissed. This will certainly be accepted as proof of his unfitness to pass judgment on men who bore unchallenged reputations, as citizens, as well as honorable records as soldiers.
Fourth. The cruel dismissal, upon Deocration Day, May 30, 1894, of five of our number, who were maimed by the loss of an arm or a leg, gave a special emphasis to the bitterness of purpose in the Superintendent giving such an order, and is without a parallel, in our loyal city, of hatred to the soldier.
Fifth. The promulgation of the civil service law was not made until November 24, 1896, after your election. It is therefore very evident that if Mr. Bryan had been elected it would not have been needed; but as he was defeated, the law was wanted to prevent our reinstatement to places which had been filled by the Democratic politicians--some of whom were not born when the war was on.
Against all of this we protest, and from all and each we appeal.
This summary statement of our case we place before you, hoping and believing that it will receive the consideration which it deserves. We have the courage of our convictions in making this protest and appeal, and having patiently awaited the turn of the tide, have no hesitation in asking now from you such friendly support and action as shall result in our reinstatement.
The action of the Democratic administration in placing the Mint under civil service after the defeat of their party, and before your inauguration, is a procedure dishonest in purpose and partisan in motive. The conditions existing were perfectly understood by all who were interested, as well as by those in authority, through months of corerspondence [sic] with the Civil Service Commission. Also, a resolution of inquiry had passed Congress, asking the Secretary of the Treasury why the veterans had been dismissed, to which he made answer in a curt sentence: "For the good of the service." Against the Secretary's remark we place this statement of facts. They will not be disputed, as they are incontrovertible. If this treatment had been measured to us because of inefficient service, or the dereliction of duty, the answer to our appeal would be the record, by which we are willing to be judged.
We have associated as friends and comrades, making common cause in our appeal, pledging ourselves to stand together. We present our case for adjustment, trusting that you will right the wrong done to men who have given the best years of their lives--and in many cases their limbs--for the government.
We rest our case in your hands "praying that we may have and receive" that consideration whicih we claim is justly our due, and that the evil design [and] contrivance of the Democrats--to prevent our reinstatement--may not succeed.
In the name and on behalf of ourselves and comrades.
Respectfully submitted.
(Signed)A. J. ANDREWS, Chairman.
J. C. HUNTERSON, Sec'y. 311 Wharton street.
WM. J. SIMPSON.
DANIEL CALDWELL.
THOMAS S. KEYSER.
Executive Committee.
THE COMPLETE LIST.
The committee will present the following as a complete list of war veterans discharged from the Mint by Sueprintendent [sic] Townsend, who now seek reinstatement:
...Knapp, W., B. 91st P.V.
...
There are other names which ought to be included in this list, but their records are not accessible to the committee.
The committee, in indorsing the above list, says:
"Colonel Bosbyshell is charged with the dismissal of fifty-three soldiers. The committee suggests that inquiry be made of Colonel Bosbyshell, who can give sufficient reasons in every case. Five names on this list were dismissed by Superintendent Townsend, having been previously restored by Colonel Bosbyshell.
"The foregoing list is submitted in comparison with the list given to the public by Mr. Kretz. We insist upon accurace and truthfulness, and give sixteen names not upon the list. Why were they omitted, and why does he include fifteen names who were in the Mint when he took charge and claim credit for their appointment?
"The committee regret to say that they are forced to the conclusion that Mr. Kretz has deliberately presented to the public a statement full of errors, and, as it is official correspondence with the Secretary of the Treasure, they are compelled to present his inaccuracies and demand judgment on his effort to mislead his superior officer in a matter of vital importance. Our case is not all stated yet."
[Public Ledger 23 April 1862, page 2]
COOKER.--On the 21st instant, ADAM COOKER, of the 91st Pennsylvania Regiment, aged 33 years.
The relative and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend his funeral, from his late residence, in Gordon, above Tulip street, on Wednesday, at 1 o'clock P.M
[Philadelphia Inquirer 9 October 1865, page 8]
THE UNDERSIGNED, HONORABLY discharged officers and privates of the Union armies, unite with their fellow-citizens in recommending Hon. JACOB E. RIDGWAY to the support of the electors of the Second District for State Senator. In doing so, they desire to express their grateful appreciation of his patriotic services in sustaining the Government at home while they and their gallant companions were following the flag and serving their country in the field. Residing in the district, and having participated in his nomination, they do not hesitate to express their undivided confidence in his honest, integrity and ability as a legislator, and his incomparable fitness in contrast with all in opposition to him. Believing that their duty is not yet discharged, they will do all that in their power lies to secure Mr. RIDGEWAY's election and warn their fellow-citizens against the machinations of Seceders and Copperheads, by which they expect to secure the election of a Southern sympathizer to the State Senate, in the place of a thorough-going, earnest and devoted supported of the Union and the laws.
...
James C. Pennypacker, -, 91st PV.
Richard T. McCarter, Jr., D, 91st PV.
Charles G. Swift, F, 91st PV.
Second Lieut. John Q. Dyke, H, 91st PV.
Private Edwin H. Dyke, H, 91st PV.
Private Wm. F. McCoy, H, 91st PV.
First Sergeant Wm. H. Dyke, H, 91st PV.
George W. Baley, D, 91st PV.
William Baley, D, 91st PV.
Charles H. Baley, D, 91st PV.
Joseph Baley, D, 91st PV.
John H. Miller, 91st PV.
[Evening Union 23 December 1863 page 3]
ARREST OF DESERTERS.--The following deserters were arrested yesterday by the detectives of Captain Scheetz: ... W. H. Grut [sic], 91st Pennsylvania; ....
[Public Ledger 17 April 1862 page 2, 'Washington News and Washington Gossip, April 16']
Last night a soldier, named Humphrey, belonging to the 91st Pennsylvania regiment, was found dead, near the Capitol. From appearances, he had fallen against a large cog-wheel and fractured his skull. He had twenty dollars in his pocket, which would dispel the idea of his being murdered for robbery.'
[[Baltimore] Sun 24 April 1862 page 4]
Col. Gregory, of the 91st Pennsylvania Regiment, has been appointed provost marshal of Alexandria, in place of Col. Vielle, and enters upon his duties to-day.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 21 August 1862 page 1] Assigned.
The Ninety-first Pennsylvania Regiment, Colonel GREGORY, who have for some months been performing guard duty in Alexandria, left there yesterday afternoon, having been assigned to a new brigade to be commanded by Brig.-Gen. STURGIS, and will immediately take the field.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 23 August 1862, page 1, 'Our Alexandria letter'] ...
To-day COlonel GREGORY, of the Ninety-first Pennsylvania Regiment, is breaking up his quarters with a view to immediate field service. The relations the Colonel has sustained to this community, have been of the most intimate character. Since the 25th of April last he has been Provost Marshal, and has discharged his duties, in connection with his office, in such a manner as to warrant the warmest praise from every citizen of Alexandria. On his arrival here he found the city filled with the most bitter Secessionists, who were disposed to do everything that lay in their power to oppose his plans.
Regardless of all the difficiulties that stood in the way of a peaceful administration, he has steadily progressed with his labors, until now the city presents the appearance, as far as its inhabitants are concerned, of a quiet New England village. Its sanitary relations are far better attended to now than ever before, and life and property receive their full protection. I speak thus extendedly of Col. GREGORY, as his course here reflects honor on Philadelphia, whence he and his regiment came. After the departure of Col. GREGORY, the duties of the office of Provost Marshal will devolve upon COl. WILLIAMS, of the Sixty-third Indiana, a gentleman who enjoys the fullest confidence of his soldiers and the highest respect of all who know him.
There are many things about Alexandria worthy of notice. The contrabands at work on the streets, in the hospitals, in the public laundries, number about one hundred and fifty. They are paid forty cents a day, and are allowed the regular rations of the soldiers. They seem to be a contented, happy set of people, apparently perfectly indifferent to "the pride, pomp and circumstances of glorious war" that surround them.
About two miles from the city, on the Leesburg turnpike, there is a large convalescent camp, where nearly three thousand soldiers are awaiting their final recovery. Many have already been forwarded to their regiments. In the city, thirteen buildings are used for hospital purposes, five of which are originally Secesh churches. There are a large number of Pennsylvania soldiers in these hospitals whose names have been published in THE INQUIRER. I am indebted to Rev. JOSEPH WELCH, Chaplain of Colonel GREGORY'S Regiment, for much valuable information concerning affairs in the city.
[[Baltimore] Sun 7 July 1862 page 4]
At Alexandria.--Senator Willey, of Virginia, was orator at the celebration of the fourth. The 91st Pennsylvania Regiment stationed there, paraded on the occasion under Col. Gregory, provost marshal of the city. They received into line the Mayor, Lewis Mackenzie, the Union Association Committee of Arrangements, the clergy and Union residents, and marching to Lyceum Hall, were a number of ladies were present, the ceremonies took place, interspersed with fine music.--...
[Public Ledger 2 January 1862, page 2]
Military Parade--The 91st regiment P.V., Col Gregory, made a parade yesterday morning, and after passing over an extended route, visited the Volunteer Refreshment Saloon, where they partook of an excellent dinner. The men looked well, and their marching was excellent. They are armed with Minie muskets, with sword bayonets. The regiment was accompanimed by Burgfeld's Band and a full drum corps.
[[Baltimore] Sun 19 June 1862 page 4]
At Alexandria, Va, ceremonies took place yesterday in giving to the breeze, from the city hall across to the market, a large national flag presented by the Ladies' "Union Society." Mayor McKenzie, Col Gregory, Gen. Cooke, and Col. Bagley, of New York, with other officers, and some ladies and citizens were present. Gen. Cooke and Col. Gregory delivered addresses, and the drum corps of the 91st Pennsylvania regiment enlivened the occasion.
[[Baltimore] Sun 27 June 1862, page 4]
Alexandria.--At Alexandria a difference has occurred between the military and civil authorities relative to the rendition of a fugitive slave belonging to Mr. John Hunter, of Prince George's county, Md. Mr. H. having taken the oath of allegiance to the United States, obtained a warrant from Mr. McKenzie for the arrest of his runaway slave, which arrest was effected; the negro, however, was subsquently taken from the civil officers by soldiers, and the case carried before Colonel Gregory, the United States provost marshal, who declined to deliver the runaway to his owner, and released him from custody. It is said that the matter is to be laid before the President in Washington.
[Easton Gazette 27 April 1867 page 2]
On Sunday morning last Major Gen. Gregory, Captain Wright, of the Freedmen's Bureau, and John T. Graham, Esq., Secretary of Freedmen's Aid Society, of Marylad [sic], visited Easton. On Sunday afternoon the General addressed the colored people in their Church upon education and the proper course to pursue to make themselves useful to their families and to themselves. On Monday afternoon, a large crowd of blacks, with a number of whites, assembled at the Colord [sic] School House, on the Easton Point Road erected and just finished, under the supervision of the Secretary, Mr. Graham. A fervent prayer was offered up by Rev. Peter Burrows, colored, when Mr. Graham introduced Mr. John Woodall, of Delaware, who made a few appropriate remarks. Gen. Gregory then addressed the audience at length, upon the education, the morals, the conduct and the rights of the black man, after which, Samuel T. Hopkins, Esq., of Easton, being called upon, made a short, but forcible speech, which was well received and loudly applauded.
Gen. Gregory, counselled the colored people to be industrious, courteous and moral, and especially to refrain from strong drink, and never be caught idling. Do good, honest work and demand good honest pay. He said he believed their employees [sic] paid pretty well in this section, but there were sections of the country where the colored man did not receive proper remuneration. He advised them to be more careful now than ever before--to treat everyone with becomming [sic] manners and politeness--as they were more closely watched now than ever before, and by good conduct and uprightness, command the respect of others. The General said that according to the true interpretation of the Constitution of the United States, and the Declaration of Independence, the black man was entitled to the same privileges as the white man, and that he should not be surprised if they would have the privilege of the ballot-box before the lapse of a great while, as a man could not be a freeman until he enjoyed all the rights of a freeman. The General urged upon them to pursue such a course of life as will make them worthy citizens and good members of society. He then declared the building dedicated to the purpose for which it was built, and bearing the name of the "Stevenson Institute." This building is about fifty feet deep, and two stores [sic] high, has a fine hall in each story with all the conveniences for school purposes, and ventilators leading from the first story to the roof. The building is creditable to the town and speaks well for the energy and untiring efforts of Mr. Graham, in the cause in which he is engaged.
After the ceremonies, Mrs. Armstrong, the colored teacher, presented Gen. Gregory and Mr. Graham with several splendid cakes.
[Annapolis Gazette, 25 December 1866, page 2]
THE CAMP-MEETING OUTRAGE--THE TRUTH VINDICATED.
We publish, says the Baltimore American of Saturday, a full report of the official testimony taken before Major General E.M. Gregory, as to the cause and origin of the riot which occurred at the camp-meeting of the Methodist Episcopal Church, held in Shipley's woods, Anne Arundel county, on the night of the 30th of August last. As some of our readers may have overlooked the report of General Gregory, we republish it entire:
"More than forty witnesses have been examined at this office, including prominent ministers of the Methodist Episcopal Church, many of the tent-holders, many of the colored people themselves, as well as strangers accidentally present.
"By the evidence it appears that for a long series the Methodist Episcopal Church has been in the habit of holding camp-meetings on the ground named above, at which it was the universal custom for the colored people to attend; that on this occasion they--i.e., the colored people--were present as usual, and had their camping ground assigned to them by the proper officers appointed for the purpose of selecting the camping-ground for both whites and colored; that the camp-meeting was more than usually quiet and orderly until the last night of the meeting; that the meeting on the night of the 30th of August was one of more than usual solemnity and impressiveness, and that the riot was instigated by a number of white men making an attack upon the colored people while in the act of prayer, evidently with the view of involving the whites engaged in the camp-meeting in a riot. This fact is shown from the white rioters always retreating within the circle of the white people's tent when repulsed by the negroes, as also by threats against the white ministers. It is shown conclusively by the evidence that the negroes acted only in self-defense, and left the ground entirely when advised to do so by the white preachers; thus leaving their tents and goods to be destroyed and burnt by the white rioters.
"From a careful reading of the whole testimony, it is impossible to resist the conclusion that the riot was premeditated, and that the object of the riot was, first, an attack upon the colored people; and second, a deliberate attempt to break up the camp-meeting of the Methodist Episcopal Church on account of the alleged anti-slavery sentiments of its ministers and members.["]
We hope our readers will ponder over this report and testimony. Let the members of the Methodist Church digest it, and ponder over the danger which threatens that Church if these men obtain supreme power in the State.
[[Baltimore] Sun 22 July 1867, page 1]
Dedication of the Gregory Aged (Colored) Women's Home--Yesterday afternoon a large crowd of colored people, with a small number of whites, in all about 1,500, assembled on the grounds formerly used as the almshouse property, at the wester extension of Townsend street, but more latterly known as Hicks Hospital, to witness the dedication of the Gregory Aged Women's Home, intended as a retreat for old and poverty-stricken colored women. The building is of wood, having been formerlyl used as one of the hospital barracks, twenty-four feet front by 187 feet long, one story high, and stands on a bleak common, having a very comfortless appearance. The building was presented by the United States government, and permission to use the ground was granted by Mayor Chapman.
The service commenced at 10 AM., with a prayer meeting, under direction of Rev. W.H.G. Brown, which continued until 1 P.M. The dedicatory ceremonies took place at 2 1/2 P.M., in the building, which was densely crowded. The services were conducted by Revs. D. W. Seherman [?], John H. Brice and A. L. Stanford, the sermon being preached by Bishop Wayman. At the close of the services the crowd assembled in front of a stand erected in the grove, in close proximity to the building. The stand was occupied by Bishop Wayman, Rev. Messrs [?], Schurman, Brice, Stanford and others, colored men, and General O.O. Howard, commissioner of the Freedmen's Bureau, General Whittlesy [?], General Gregory, Joseph J. Stewart, Judge Bond, and other white persons.
After prayer by Bishop Wayman, and singing by the concourse, Gen. Gregory was introduced, who made a short address. He was followed by Gen. Howard, who, in a brief address, referred to the benevolence which had called them out as a creditable sign of their love for one another.-- He urged on them the important, the necessity of educating themselves and their children to the highest possible standard, saying that when their children were equally educated with the white man's children, the people dare not deprive them of the ballot, and dare not shut the courts of law to them as lawyers and counselors. General Whittlesy and Judge Bond followed in short addresses in the same strain, inculcating the necessity and importance of raising the standard of the colored race. After appropriate religious exercises the meeting closed with the benediction.
[Annapolis Gazette 15 August 1867 page 2]
[Communicated.]
General Gregory.
ANNAPOLIS, Aug. 14th, 1867.
Mr. Editor:--The sheet published on the suburbs of the city, called the Maryland Day-Star, indulges in a malignant attack on this fighting General, who is now the head of the Freedman's Bureau in this State. If the writer had been in the Army, either in the noble old 5th Corps or in any Regiment of "Rebs," with whom they came in conflict, he would have had a different opinion of Gen. Gregory, for wherever the fighting was hardest, during the campaigns from the Rapidan through the Wilderness to Petersburg and up to the battle at Appomatox Court House, there was the 5th Corps, and with it and commanding a Brigade or Division was Gen. Gregory. Gen. G., is pre-eminently a fighting man and whatever of honor he has attained during his long service has been won by his personal bravery and fighting qualities. It is well known that at Centreville, the only shooting was done by drunken white men at unoffending negroes. Had Gen. G. taken a corporal's guard with him to the meeting there would have been no trouble, but he preferred to let the citizens of Queen Anne's county show their ideas of free speech and liberty. What a change has come over the editor of the Day-Star. About two years ago, when the State was under the control of union men he was always preaching up to his readers, "a free press, free speech and liberty," because he was not allowed to say what he pleased against the government, but now when the State is controlled by the right wing of the Rebel army, it is all right for the people of Centreville to assault a General of the United States army, because he sees fit to address his fellow-citizens. But we understand that the General will pay another visit to that Rebel village in a few days, and we assure the writer that there will be no trouble, for the General intends to carry a few of the 5th corps with hiim, and when the drunken crowd sees the guard they will scatter as they did during the rebellion when they came in contact with the division which the General commanded.
5th CORPS.[[Baltimore] Sun 23 April 1867 page 1]
The African Methodist Episcopal Conference
...
The missionary anniversary on Friday evening was a spirited affair, and the church was densely crowded. The most distinguished persons present were Major General Gregory, James Lynch, editor of the Recorder, the two bishops, and the corresponding secreatary, Rev. John M. Brown, of the Missionary Society.
Bishop Wayman was elected to the chair, and introduced the corresponding secretary, who read an interesting report, which showed the extent to which the missionary work is progressing in the South among the colored people.--Addresses were made by Rev. A. T. Carr, Rev. James Lynch, Rev. H. McNeal Turner, from Georgia, Rev. Mr. Woodward, from Brooklyn, New York, and General Gregory.
Rev. McNeal Turner said the South was the place for the colored people. They would not be able to vote for twenty years if they remained here.
General Gregory said they would have the ballot in one year.
Bishop Wayman said he expected to vote here for the next President.
...[[Baltimore] Sun 6 August 1867 page 2]
The Late Disturbance at Centreville.
The Centreville (Md.) Citizen, a radical paper, has the following detailed account of the late disturbance in that town:
Our business engagements kept us closely confined in our office on Thursday, consequently we had no opportunity to hear the speeches delivered at the colored meeting held in Centreville on that day. Nor did we witness the unfortunate riot--if such it can be called--which followed. We have, therefore, requested a friend, who was present at the meeting, and has made himself conversant with the facts leading to the disturbance, to prepare us a communication, without minute particulars. The writer is a gentleman of strong Southern sympathies, hence his statements will not be subject to the charge of partiality to the negroes. We regret this occurrence, and believe that under the existin excitement the public quiet demands that as little as possible be said about it at present.
"Mr Editor: The much-talked-of meeting of the colored people of the county came off yesterday (August 1) in Centreville. There was quite a large number of them assembled, according to various estimates from one thousand to fifteen hundred, probably nearer the smaller number. They were addressed by General Gregory, of the Freedman's Bureau, Judge Bond, of Baltimore, and a colored man named Butler, also of Baltimore. The speeches of Judge Bond and Butler, particular the last-named, were characterized by a great deal of sound sense and judgment. Butler's advice to the negroes was just what any sensible white man would have told them: to be honest, to be sober, to be temperate, to be industrious and economical; and when his sentiments on the 'suffrage' and 'equality' questions were called for by white men present, his remarks were in the most modest strain which could be expected. Judge Bond's advice to them was of the same character, but I thought his remarks were principally addressed to the white men present, and were rather an apology for and justification of himself than advice to his nominal hearers.
"Gen. Gregory was more intemperate in his style of speaking, and advocated some ideas which his thinking hearers could not but condemn, not so much for their matter, however, as for their manner and tone of their delivery. The meeting was conducted in a very orderly manner, but was some little interrupted by whisky, which had gotten the upper hand of some individuals; their conduct, however, wsa frowned down by the white persons present, and its effect may be judged from a remark of the negro Butler, on the subject of education. Said he, in advising the negroes to use every effort to educate themselves and their children: 'These very white men will assist you in this thing, if you go about it right. Why, if I was trying to raise money for a school here, I would go to one of those who were just now hurrahing for Jeff., and he would give it to me, too.'
"The meeting dispersed in good order, and every body was congratulating himself on the fact; but, alas! whisky had not done mischief enough, and now comes the disgraceful winding up. An altercation occurred between an intoxicated white man and a negro about passing each other on the sidewalk. I can't learn whether the negro refused to get out of the way when ordered, or brushed rudely against the white man, but the general opinion seems to be that the white man was very rash and intemperate, and the negro very impudent. Angry words were soon followed by blows, pistols were drawn by white and black, and some rather indiscriminate firing followed for some ten minutes, the end being the retreat of the negroes from the town, and then reason resumed her sway.
"Later, an altercation took place between Mr. George M. Smith, one of the town commissioners, and a negro man, whom he was reproving for riotous conduct, and endeavoring to get out of town. The negro drew a pistol and fired at Mr. Smith, and then ran, and while running fired at several persons who were pursuing him. He was finally wounded by a pistol shot, and arrested and loged in jail. Every one regrets this miserable occurrence, and the worst feature in the case is that fact that, though some of the negroes were ripe for a riot, still it would have not taken place but for the rashness of a few intoxicated white men, whose indiscretion has thus troubled the whole community.
"The only white person hurt, so far as I can learn, is Mr. T. R. Vickers, severely wounded by a blow or a stick on the forehead. Several negroes were wounded, but I think none seriously.
"I cannot close this article without a word of commendation for Mr. George M. Smith, who not only exerted himself, in connection with other citizens, to preserve order during the day, but after he was shot at by a disorderly negro, and his life very much endangered, followed the excited crowd who arrested the offender, and by his counsel and influence restrained them from summary vengeance and left the law to take its course. We commend this example of forbearance and 'loyalty to law' to our fellow citizens."
[Easton Gazette 3 August 1867 page 2]
At Havre de Grace on Saturday Judge Bond, General Gregory, Hon. Archibald Stirling, Jr., Rev. Mr. Thomas (of the Methodist Episcopal Church at that place), W. Marine [?], George McComas and R. M. Janney, Esqs., addressed a meeting of colored people, nearly three thousand persons being in attendance, on the moral and educational improvement of their race. A collection in aid of the erection of a school house at Havre de Grace was made, the colored people contributing liberally.
[[Baltimore] Sun 15 November 1866 page 2]
THE ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNION ORPHAN ASYLUM will be held in the NEW ASSEMBLY ROOMS, corner of Hanover and Lombard streets, on TO-MORROW (FRIDAY) EVENING, 16th inst., at 7 1/2 o'clock. The Annual Report will be read; after which addresses will be delivered by Rev. J. GRAMMER, Generals GREGORY and OWENS, and other prominent speakers.
< The orphans under our care will be present and enliven the occasion with some National Airs. The public are respectfully invited to attend.
[[Baltimore] Sun 7 May 1868 page 1]
Radical Mass Meeting--A mass meeting of the radicals in favor of organizing on the basis of negro suffrage (the Bond wing) was held at the New Assembly Rooms last night. The hall was about two-thirds filled, with a very small show of colored men. The meeting was called to order by Judge Bond, who said he had received a dispatch from the Hon. H. B. Bromwell, of Illinois, and the Hon. Samuel McKee, of Kentucky, stating that they were unable to be rpesent, as announced, in consequence of the late session of the House of Representatives, in Washington. He then introduced General Gregory, of the freedmen's bureau of this State, who make a few remarks. He said that negro suffrage would soon triumph, and urged his hearers to stand firm to their principles.
He was followed by Hon. Henry W. Hoffman, Archibald Stirling [?], Jr., Esq., and Judge Bond.--They stated that the question with republicans was whether the party in Maryland ought to be organized with negro suffrage as its platform or not. This was the only cause of the difference between them and the other wing of the party. They contended that colored suffrage was the only hope for the republicans of Maryland, and would certainly be one of the planks in the Chicago platform. They were determined to continue their own organization until all the republicans of the State returned to their original platform. The speakers generally "pitched in" to the present reputed party organn, its conduct in April, 1861, &c. The meeting closed about 10 1/2 o'clock.
[[Baltimore] Sun 28 July 1866, page 1]
A BOARD TO REVISE THE REGULATIONS OF THE FREEDMEN'S BUREAU--The commissioner of the freedmen's bureau has appointed the following named officers a board for the purpose of revising the regulations governing the bureau, to meet the requirements of the recent act of Congress extending the duration of the bureau two years: Brevet Major General David Tillson, assistant commissioner for the State of Georgia, president; Brigadier General E. M. Gregory, late assistant commissioner for the State of Texas; Brevet Major General J. M. Sprague, assisstant commissioner for the States of Missouri, Arkansas, and the Indian Territory; Chaplain M. French, and Capt. J. M. DeForrest, of the Veteran Reserve Corps, secretary.
[[Baltimore] Sun 1 September 1866, page 4]
Gen. E M. Gregory has been assigned to duty in Maryland, as the assistant commissioner of the freedmen's bureau.
[[Baltimore] Sun 15 May 1867 page 1]
MARYLAND RADICAL STATE CONVENTION.
...
Gen. Gregory said this is the first time that he had ever been permitted to see a convention in this country founded upon the declaration of rights of this government. He had just come from an association where the ladies declared for equal rights. [Loud cheers.] Let us take courage and move formward until all men shall have the right to the polls.
[[Baltimore] Sun 22 June 1867 page 1]
National Temperance Convention.
WILMINGTON, DEL., June 21.--The sessions of the National Temperance Convention continued yesterday. The only business of importance was fixing on Nashville as the place for the next annual meeting. Gen. E.M. Gregory was admitted to the sessions. To-day a grand mass meeting and picnic takes place in the woods near the city, which will be addressed by numerous speakers.
[Flake's Bulletin, 12 February 1870, page 4]
General Davis' First Official Act.
I, Edmund J. David, Governor of the State of Texas, having confidence in the loyalty, integrity and ability of Professor E. Stremme, William Alexander, Lawson Collins, J. G. Tracy and Rev. Joseph Welch, do, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the said State, hereby appoint the Professor E. Stremme, Wm. Alexander, Lawson Collins, and Rev. Joseph Welch, as Trustees of the Institution of the Blind in Texas, in place of A. H. Longley, Wm. Styles, George Saunders, M. K. Ryan, who are removed, and T. McRae, who has left the State.
In testimony whereof I have hereunto signed my name and caused the great seal of the State to be affixed, at the city of Austin, this 4th day of February, A.D. 1870.
EDMUND J. DAVIS,Governor State of Texas.
By the Governor: Jas. P. Newcombe, Sec'y of State.
The Rev. Joseph Welch has returned to his home in Philadelphia.
[Austin Republican 29 October 1868, page 3; also at 26 October 1868 page 2 and at 23 October 1868 page 3]
METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH.--The Rev. Joseph Welch will preach in the Temperance Hall next Sunday at 11 A.M.
[Austin Republican 2 November 1868, page 2; also at 11 November 1868 page 3 and 1 December 1868 page 2 (with inconsequential changes)]
METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH.--Service every Sunday morning in the Temperance Hall, at 11 o'clock, Joseph Welch Presiding Elder.
[Flake's Bulletin 3 March 1869 page 4]
THE TEXAS CONFERENCE.--In the New York Methodist of Feb. 20th we have the official report of the Texas Conference (Methodist Church North). Perhaps we ought to say that "North" and "South" are no longer the technical designations of the branches of the Methodist CHurch, but that we use them for the sake of perspicuity. We make the following extract:
Our Texas work is divided into five districts this year, one of them German, presided over as follows: Texas District, W. R. Fayle; Houston District, Joseph Welch; Galveston District, George W. Honey; Waco District, T. B. Ferguson; German District, Gustavus Elly.
The membership is 4,170, being an increase of 800 during the past year.
[Flake's Bulletin 1 September 1869, page 5]
HOWARD UNIVERSITY - MEDICAL DEPARTMENT
We have received from Rev. Joseph Welch, Superintendent of Colored Education for the State, a copy of the prospectus of the Medical Department of Howard University. The University is located at Washington, D.C., and is devoted to the education of colored persons in the higher branches of knowledge. The second course of lectures will commence on the 6th of October. The array of the faculty is excellent; many of the names are those of persons of well ascertained standing in the sciences they profess. Colored men of ambition cannot find a more promising feld [sic] for advancement than that afforded by medicine. It is one in whichi they will not come in contact with the prejudices of white men; for if a colored man is the best doctor in his neighborhood, the most inveterate opponent of his race will be the first to call him in. A sick man never pauses to consider the social or political standing of his medical adviser; all he asks for is the man's ability--ability to fight a successful battle with death. Even the law does not afford the opening that medicine does for the colored man. In it they will at once, if studious intelligent and successful, overcome all ideas that may be entertained against them. The negro doctor who shall save a man's life, at once becomes his friend, and a trusted one at that. We therefore can conscientiously urge all ambitious colored men to attend the Medical Department of Howard University.
[North American, 23 April 1862, page 2]
Drs. Brown and Alexander embalmed and sent home to-day the following bodies of soliders.--Lawrence Humphries, private Co H, 91st Pennsylvania, killed by accident, aged 45, ....
[Philadelphia Inquirer 15 January 1886, page 5]
***NB****
LOWERY.--On the 12th inst., CHARLES, son of James and Mary Ann Lowery, aged thirty-nine years.
The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, this afternoon, at 2 o'clock, from his parents' residence, No. 1260 Fleetwood street, above Eleventh and below Thompson street, Twentieth ward. Interment private. Comrades of the Niney first Pennsylvania Volunteers invited.
[Philadelphia Inquirer, 4 September 1901, page 15]
HART.--On September 3, 1901, Edward Hart, in his 57th year. Funeral services on Thursday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, at 2034 North Fourth street. E D Baker Post No. 8, GAR; survivors of the Ninety-first Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, and Cleomenes Senate, No 14 [?], Order Sparta, are invited. Interment strictly private.
[[Baltimore] Sun 9 November 1871]
EDGAR M. GREGORY.--Gen. Edgar M. Gregory, United States marshal for the eastern district of Pennsylvania, died in Philadelphia on the 7th inst., in his 68th year. Gen. Gregory was a native of New York. Early in the war he raised the Ninety-first regiment of Pennsylvania volunteers, of which he was made colonel. He was for a time military Governor of Alexandria. He participated in most of the hard fighting from the battle of Fredericksburg to the end of the war. He was then made assistant commissioner of the freedmen's bureau for Texas, and in 1869 appointed to the position he held at his death.
[Cincinnati Daily Gazette 1 April 1869 page 3]
IN the District Court of the United States for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.--In Bankruptcy. In the matter of Edgar M. Gregory, a bankrupt. At Philadelphia, March 26, 1869.
The undersigned hereby gives notice of his appointment as an Assignee of Edgar M. Gregory, of Philadelphia, in the county of Philadelphia and State of Pennsylvania, in the said District, who has been adjudged a bankrupt on his own petition by the District Court of said District.
Notice is also given that the said Edgar M. Gregory was formerly a member of the following partnerships: Gregory, Ingalsbe & Co., of Cincinnati, composed of the said bankrupt and Levi D. Ingalsbe; Gregory & Burnet, of Cincinnati, composed of the said bankrupt and William Burnet; Gregory & Co., of Philadelphia, composed of the said bankrupt and Mrs. Sarah A. Sheldon. The said bankrupt was also a member of the firms of Dusenbury, Wheeler, Gregory & Stowe, and Van Burgen, Boss, Gregory & Co., of Cincinnati.
GEORGE TUCKER BISPHAM, Assignee,209 South Sixth street.
To the Creditors of said Bankrupt. apl-3tTh
[Philadelphia Inquirer 1 March 1890, page 5]
GRIFFITH.--On the 26th ult., Samuel S. Griffith, son of the late John I. [?] and Ann W. Griffith, aged 75 years. The relatives and friends of the family, also survivors of 91st Pennsylvania Volunteers, Post 5, G.A.R., and butchers and dealers of Federal Market, are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on Monday, at 2 o'clock, from his late residence, 1515 Federal street. To proceed to Woodlands Cemetery.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 17 November 1909, page 7]
MAGUIGAN.--On November 16, 1909, Capt EDWARD J MAGUIGAN, son of the late Hugh and Winifred Maguigan, aged 69 years. Relatives and friends, also St John's Lodge, No 115, F and AM; Columbia Mark Lodge, No 91, F and AM, Chosen Friends' Lodge No 160 [?] IOOF; Grand Lodge K of P; Shekinah Lodge, No 23, K of P; Thermopylae Senate No 3, Order of Sparta; Walter S Newhall Post, No 7, GAR; Encampment No 20, UVL; Newhall Lodge, No 1 of Philadelphia; Survivors' Association, 91st Regt. PV, and all organizations of which he was a member, are invited to attend the funeral, on Saturday, at 1 PM, from his late residence, 2337 N Carlisle st. To proceed to Monument Cemetery Vault Interment private at Greenwood Cemetery.
[NB: I have no evidence this is the right John Croak!!] [Philadelphia Inquirer 14 December 1871 page 4]
CROAK.--On the 10th inst., JOHN CROAK, aged 52 [?--could be '32'?] years.
The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, from his late residence, No. 1019 Nectarine street, below Spring Garden, this (Thursday) afternoon, at 2 o'clock. To proceed to Cathedral Cemetery.
[Illustrated New Age 23 February 1866 page 3]
STOTSENBURG-LOESCH--On the 7th December, by the Rev. Mr. Mullen, Mr. Phillp [sic] Stotsenburg to Miss Louisa Loesch, both of Philadelphia.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 18 September 1918 page 21]
STOTSENBURG.--Sept. 17, LOUISA, wife of late Philip Stotsenburg. Relatives and friends invited to funeral, Sat., at 2 P.M., from her late residence, 2223 N. Woodstock st. Int. Fernwood Cem. Auto service.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 18 April 1902 page 9]
WALTER'S PENSION VETOED
Was Cashiered, But Could Have Been Legally Commissioned Again
Thomas F. Walter, of 909 Carlisle street, to whom Congress recently voted a pension, was surprised to learn that President Roosevelt had vetoed the bill. He said last night that he could think of no reason for the President's action.
Walter was first lieutenant of Company A, Ninety-first Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, and served from the first battle of Bull Run to Lee's surrender, at Appomattox. He was wounded twice, once at Gettysburg, by a shell crushing his right foot and again at Petersburg, where a musket ball struck his shoulder and injured his spine. It was while suffering from the latter wound that he refused to go on duty, for which offense he was court-martialed and cashiered in 1865. Walter asserts that he has two honorable discharges, covering the periods during which he was wounded, so that there are no grounds whatever for refusing him a pension. Furtherfore, even after the court-martial the colonel of Walter's regiment, S. E. [sic] Gregory, of this city, personally presented a statement of the case to President Johnson, as a result of which the latter wrote to the Governor of Pennsylvania, giving him authority to again commission Walter if he so desired.
Mr. Walter was for some time commander of Post 8, G.A.R., and is the only man to whom that organization ever voted the rank of major general.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 1 January 1893 page 7]
BAKER POST'S AFFAIRS.
The reports of the falling off in membership of Baker Post, No. 8, published in yesterday's INQUIRER caused considerable gossip at departmental headquarters. None of the officers seemed to have any fear but what [sic] the organization was solid, however. This same sentiment was voiced by Post Commander Thomas F. Walter, who wrote as follows over his signature:
"Various erroneous and somewhat malicious reports having been put in circulation during the present year in reference to the affairs of Post 8, I earnestly ask a chance to make some truths known through the columns of your paper.
"There was some apathy and discouragement at the beginning of the year on account of the Frazier episode and the court martial charges preferred against certain prominent comrades, but when Memorial day came we had the greatest turn out of comrades the post ever had on like occasion.
"The part the post took in the great ceremonies in Washington in September was brilliantly creditable to the post, and the many who took part in them will long cherish recollections of that time. The fair held in November was a positive success, and proved that we still have lots of earnest and effective working material with us, and I am fully convinced that the interests of the post have been so cared for and its successes have been such that this year should be rated as one of good progress, and next year should fulfill its promise of a year of harvest.
"Post 8 may have had something like a light rash or a weak attach of mumps, but in fraternity, charity, loyalty and vitality we propose to hold our place in the front rank. Peace is with us; unrest is with the few who, having placed themselves in wrong relations to the post, have not had the manliness to try to be right. Some comrades have been dropped, and a very few have left us, and I think it is fair to liken the post now to a good citizen who has just had a nice shave and his hair trimmed."
On New Year's day Meade Post, No. 1, will hold its annual reception. Great preparations have been made for the event and a big crowd is expected. Music, speeches and refreshments will be features of the day.
[ Thomas Walter's son Elbert Walter died on 2 May 1911 in Philadelphia; his death certificate lists his parents' names as Thomas Walter b. DE and Anna E Springer b. Cape May NJ; get the death certificate from the LDS Pilot site]
[Philadelphia Inquirer 5 May 1911 page 14]
WALTER.--On May 2, 1911, ELBERT V WALTER. Relatives and friends are invited to attend funeral services, on Friday at 2 PM., from residence of his mother, Mrs A E Walter, 3824 Brown st. Interment private at Arlington Cemetery.
[Grand Rapids Herald 26 April 1898, page 7]
Now the Son Enlists.
Kalamazoo, Mich., April 25.--Frank A. Kulp this forenoon received a telegram from his father, the Rev. George B. Kulp of Grand Rapids, stating that George B. Kulp, Jr., enlisted today in the Second Michigan regiment for the year. The young man will be 17 years of age the 10th of next August, and is three months older than his father was at the time of his enlistment at Philadelphia in the war for the union. George being under 18, it is necessary that he should get his parents' consent, which was freely given, his father accompanying him to the recruiting station.
[Grand Rapids Herald 29 August 1898, page 3]
PASTOR WAS ABSENT
THE REV. GEORGE B. KULP DID NOT FILL HIS PULPIT.
ELDER GRAHAM PREACHED
WILL NOT PREACH BEFORE GENERAL CONFERENCE IS HELD.
Trustees of the Church Think That the Pastor Will Attend Their Meeting Tonight to Make a Confession in Regard to Reports Concerning His Conduct.
There were many tear stained eyes in the audience of the Rev. George B. Kulp's church on Second street yesterday morn- called to preach." [sic] According to the cus- [sic] friends who are much depressed over the revelations of Saturday afternoon.
Although the story had become widely circulated down town Saturday night, there were few church going people who had any knowledge of it when they went to the Second Street Methodist church yesterday morning, expecting to hear the Rev. Mr. Kulp preach. The Rev. John Graham, presiding elder of the conference district, delivered the morning sermon, and touched upon the incident uppermost in every one's mind by saying: "It is our duty not to judge or condemn, but to pity and pray for." Quite a large gathering was present and the occurrence of Saturday had cast a gloom over all. The Rev. O. K. Wightman preached in the evening.
"I think Mr. Kulp will make a clean confession. He won't say black is white, for I have known him intimately," said a member of the church last evening. If Mr. Kulp makes a confession it will probably be before the board of trustees, which will hold a regular meeting this evening. The board has no power to remove him, as Mr. Kulp issued instructions Saturday evening for the carrying out of both services yesterday. He did not appear at church, remaining at home all day. The general conference will meet at Lansing September 14, and that is the body that will make disposition of his case. One of the trustees said last night that he thought the conference would place Mr. Kulp on probation if he makes confession and still thinks he is "divinely called to preach." According to the custom the conference will probably transfer him to another conference, if he shall be retained in the ministry.
The report of Mr. Kulp's downfall published yesterday morning was the subject of much discussion around the city all day and especially among residents of the West Side in the vicinity of the church, of which he is pastor.
[Kalamazoo Gazette 11 September 1898, page 5]
Rev. George B. Kulp will quit the ministry and study law.
[Grand Rapids Herald, 28 August 1898, part 1, page 3]
RUMOR OF SCANDAL
EXCITEMENT OVER REPORT AFFECTING REV. GEO. B. KULP
AND A WEST SIDE WOMAN
SAID TO HAVE BEEN FOUND IN A ROOM TOGETHER.
Detective Kennedy Broke into a Room in a Down Town Block Late Yesterday Afternoon--No Arrests and the Matter is Said to Have Been Settled by the Parties Concerned.
There was considerable excitement on the down-town streets last night over a widely circulated rumor connecting the name of the Rev. George B. Kulp, pastor of the Second Street M.E. church, with that of a woman on the west side who is a member of his choir. The rumor became so general that a dozen or more persons called The Herald office by telephone asking that the story be published and volunteering alleged details of the affair. The rumor was to the effect that Detective Kennedy had broken into a room in the Wright block at Monroe and Ionia streets about 5 o'clock in the afternoon, where he found the Reverend Kulp and the woman in question, and that the two were kept there until the woman's husband arrived to see them in each other's company. It was also reported that during the excitement in the room following the unexpected and sudden appearance of the detective, Mr. Kulp broke the glass in the door, cutting his hand so severely that he had to procure the services of a surgeon. A reported for The Herald called at the home of Mr. Kulp last evening to learn whether the rumor of the alleged occurrent was true or not, but he was denied an audience with Mr. Kulp or any of his family. He then visited the home of the woman whose name had been connected with the affair. The woman's husband admitted that his wife and the minister had been found in each other's company, but said there was nothing wrong, and that he and his wife and Mr. and Mrs. Kulp had discussed the matter and that a conciliation had been effected. He further said that all had agreed to forgive and forget, and he asked for the sake of his family and all concerned that his wife's name be kept out of the paper. Considering the circumstances of the case, the name of the woman is withheld from publication in connection with the rumor. Detective Kennedy was communicated with by telephone, but he declined to say anything about the matter further than that he had promised to keep it a secret.
[Grand Rapids Herald 4 February 1899 page 4]
KULP NOT RESTORED.
Question About His Taking a Work in Nebraska.
"The papers state that the Rev. George B. Kulp, formerly of this city, has resumed pastoral work in Nebraska," said the Rev. Dr. John Graham, presiding elder of the Grand Rapids Methodist district yesterday. "The statement as published may lead to a wrong impression. Mr. Kulp's papers were surrendered at the last conference and are still in my hands. He cannot be restored to the church nor be admitted to membership in any conference in the United States until he receives his papers back. I do not know the circumstances under which he has resumed preaching, if he has done so, as stated, but it is possible he has located in some small town as a homesteader and the presiding elder of that district has given him a mission charge or something like them [sic]. But he is not restored to the church."
[Grand Rapids Press 22 April 1899] 'Again he leads others. George B. Kulp has organized an independent congregation in Battle Creek.'
[Genealogy Bank link led to an error]
[Grand Rapids Press 14 September 1898] 'In a chilling hush George Kulp's name called at Methodist Conference. No one answered tomorrow.'
[Genealogy Bank link led to an error]
[Kalamazoo Gazette 4 March 1892, page 1]
WAR REMINISENCES. [sic]
Rev. Geo. B. Kulp Lectures at the East Avenue M.E. Church Last Evening.
The East avenue M.E. church was well filled last night, quite a number of the G.A.R. being present to listen to Rev. George B. Kulp of Battle Creek lecture on "Company F" or Reminisences [sic] of the War. He commenced by saying that Rev. DeWitt Talmage had remarked that no minister ought to attempt to lecture, for if he did he would make a failure of it. He was not speaking from a ministerial standpoint, but as one of the boys who took part in the late rebellion. His vivid descriptions of the numerous engagements in which he took part, kept the audience spell-bound, and in describing life in Libby prison, he touched the sympathetic chord which caused many a sigh to be heard. He paid a glowing tribute to Fighting Joe Hooker. Those who failed to hear him missed an intellectual treat.
[Kalamazoo Gazette 17 September 1898 page 4]
The Michigan Methodist Episcopal conference that has been in session in Lansing allowed Rev George B. Kulp to withdraw from the conference for capitulating to an unholy infatuation. The minister acknowledged his guilt. This is the case that created such a sensation at Grand Rapids a few days ago.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 6 February 1906, page 7]
DEATH WAS SUDDEN FOR OLD FIGHTERS
Two Veterans of Civil War Died Within an Hour of One Another
Both Were Engaged in Business in Connection With Pensions When the End Came
Two Grand Army veterans died suddenly within an hour of one another yesterday in this city. Their deaths were recorded together on Coroner Jermon's docket and were investigated by the same Deputy Coroner.
Joseph Rodgers, who served in the Civil War, according to papers found in a pocket of his coat, in Company K, Fifth Connecticut Volunteers, was found dead in a lodging house at 1335 Race street. Under a pillow of his bed were discovered various documents which showed that he was trying to secure an increase in his pension. He had recently been an inmate of the Soldiers' Home at Hampton, Va. Among the documents was a memorandum book in which the old soldier had penned a description of himself headed, "For the information of those who may find me should I die suddenly in the piping times of peace." It was evident that he had been awaiting death. He was suffering from tuberculosis of the lungs.
In the memorandum book was also penned "Born May 11, 1843. Disability, gunshot wound of knee." Among various names and addresses in the book were those of Rev. James A. McHugh, of Cheltenham. Mr McHugh said yesterday that Rodgers came of a family at one time prominent at Tamaqua, Pa. He said he held a sum of money in trust for the old soldier which had been left to the latter by his mother, Mrs. Marcella McHugh Rodgers. He said Rodgers had a cousin, Miss Mollie McHugh, who resided at Mahanoy City, Pa., and that he thought the old soldier might have been on his way to either see her or return to his old home at Tamaqua when he was stricken.
While on his way to a notary's office to have his pension papers acknowledged, Philip Peltz, aged 62, a veteran of the Civil War, who resided with his sister at 1518 South Twenty-second street, dropped dead at Twentieth street and Washington avenue. His death occurred about an hour after Rodgers is believed to have died. Peltz served in the Ninety-first Pennsylvania Volunteers during the Civil War. He was a cousin of Richard Peltz, former deputy clerk of the Court of Quarter Sessions.
[Grand Rapids Press 21 October 1905, page 2]
Woman to Fill Pulpit.
Battle Creek, Oct. 31.--Miss Sadie Kulp, daughter of the Rev. George B. Kulp, pastor of Immanuel church, and sister of Alderman Frank Kulp, was recently ordained a minister in the Apostolic Holiness demoniation and has accepted a call to Orleans, Ind.
[Kalamazoo Gazette 19 September 1914 page 2]
Kulp Resigns.
Battle Creek, Sept. 18.--Rev. George B. Kulp has resigned as pastor of the Immanuel Holiness church, which position he has filled for fifteen years, and will do evangelistic work, starting in Oklahoma, under the auspices of the International Apostolic Holiness church.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 13 February 1906, page 3]
Well-Known Camden Veteran Buried
William Chandler, a well-known Camden veteran, was buried from his home, 42 North Second street, yesterday. There were present many old soldiers and members from secret societies. Interment was made in the Monument Cemetery, Philadelphia.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 10 February 1906, page 3]
Old Republic's Steward Dead
William H. Chandler, aged 63 years, died yesterday at his home, 42 North Second street, Camden. For many years he was a steward aboard the steamer Republic. He was a Civil War veteran.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 21 August 1906 page 6]
Old War Fighter Dead
John Somerville, 74 years old, a war veteran, died yesterday at the Home for Aged Veterans of the G.A.R., Sixty-fifth and Vine streets, of which he was an inmate, from the effects of a broken hip, an injury that he sustained on July 4 by falling down stairs. His son, J.V. Somerville, of 4672 Franklin street, claimed the body for burial.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 12 November 1904, page 7]
BROWN.--On November 8, 1904, CHARLES S BROWN, husband of Virginia M Brown. Relatives and friends of the family, also Bridesburg Lodge, No 63, K of P; Diligent Division, No 122 [?] S. of T; Tacony Division, No 7, S of T.; also the survivors of Company H, Ninety-first Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, are invited to attend the funeral, on Saturday, at 2 P.M., from his late residence Kerbaugh st. formerly Green lane, west of Richmond st, 25th ward. Interment at Cedar Hill Cemetery.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 21 August 1906 page 7]
SOMERVILLE.--On August 20 1906, JOHN SOMERVILLE. Relatives and friends, also the Board of Managers of the Home for Aged Veterans of the GAR and Wives, and survivors of the Ninety-first Regiment of Pennsylvania Volunteers, are invited to attend the funeral services, Wednesday, 2 PM., at the home, 65th and Vine sts. Interment at North Cedar Hill Cemetery.
["Middletown (Biglerville) Was Civil War Center; Citizens Erected 110-foot "Liberty" Flag Pole To Show Loyalty; Enlisted In Many Navy Units" Biglerville Sesqui-Centennial Edition of the Gettysburg Times, 4 August 1967, page 9]
...
In the 91st Pennsylvania were 32 drafted men. ...
[[Maryland] Sun, 22 September 1859, page 4]
The resignation of Second Lieutenant Jesse B. Wharton, 7th infantry, has been accepted by the President.
[[Baltimore] Sun, 23 April 1862, page 4]
(Correspondence of the Baltimore Sun.)
WASHINGTON, April 22.
The Shooting of Mr. Wharton--Particulars of the Affair--...
The corporal of the guard, as well as the sentry, private Baker, of the Ninety-first Pennsylvania regiment, implicated in the shooting of Mr. Jesse B. Wharton night before last at the old capitol prison, continues to be held under arrest. It is intimated that he will be punished for the act, as the alleged offense of Mr. Wharton in disobeying the order prohibiting prisoners from having their heads out of the windows and using taunting language to the sentry, is not regarded by the military governor here, Gen. Wadsworth, as sufficient to justify the shooting. Mr. Wharton was the son of Dr. John O. Wharton, of the Maryland Agricultural College, near Bladensburg, and for a long while a resident of Baltimore. The father, as well as the young man's wife, were called to his bedside before he expired. The wife is the daughter of Col. Whiting, of the Federal army, and the deceased was himself formerly a Lieutenant in the United States navy [sic]. Hon. John Thompson was his uncle. The friends of the deceased deny the representations made in regard to violent language used by him in the wordy altercation with the sentinel, further than that he denounced Baker for a coward, in threatening to shoot an unarmed man and a prisoner, and finally dared him to the deed.
[New York Herald-Tribune 23 April 1862, page 3]
THE HOMICIDE AT THE MILITARY PRISON.
Military Governor Brig.-Gen. Wadsworth and Provost Marshal Major Doster have been engaged in an investigation of the circumstances of the shooting of Jesse B. Wharton in the Military Prison on Capitol Hill, on Sunday night. From the testimony taken, it appears that the deceased violated the rule of the prison, that has up to this time been well observed by the prisoners, forbidding them to obtrude their persons or heads out of the windows. He was ordered by the sentry on post No. 3 to withdraw his person within the window and respect the well-known rule. Instead of so doing, he replied with oaths and imprecations upon the sentry, who thereupon called the corporal of the guard and reported to him the facts. The corporal ordered the sentry to renew his order to the prisoner to withdraw his person into the window out of which he was leaning, and if he failed to obey, to shoot him. The sentry renewed the order, when the deceased bade him defiance, leaning further out of the window, baring his breast, and cursing the sentry with awful oaths, calling him a d--d Yankee son of a b--h; a Northern son of a b--h; a d--d hired scoundrel, too cowardly to enforce his order by shooting &c. The sentry then fired, shooting Wharton in the head, the wound proving fatal on Monday morning. Preliminary to the examination of the case, the corporal of the guard and the sentry who fired were placed under arrest.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 1 March 1886, page 3]
Mayor Smith on Saturday promoted the following subofficers to be regulars: ... Fifteenth, Henry McCool; ....
[Philadelphia Inquirer 2 August 1899, page 3]
VETERAN VAN DRIVER DEAD
"Hen" McCool Succumbs to Attack of Heart Failure
Seized with an attack of heart failure, Henry McCool, the veteran driver of police van No. 8, sank unconscious upon the floor of a Market street trolley car at Sixth and Market streets yesterday. He was taken to the Jefferson Hospital, where he died last night.
For some time McCool had been suffering from heart disease. Because of this he was forced last year to retire from active service.
McCool resided at 4220 Salem street, Frankford, and was one of the officers of the Germantown station.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 27 March 1900, page 12]
MYERS.--On March 25, 1900, Susan F., wife of Winchester Myers and daughter of the late Albert and Mezzy Ann Weaver, aged 57 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral services, on Wednesday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, at the residence of her husband, 2338 East Albert street. Interment private, at North Cedar Hill Cemetery.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 20 May 1902, page 15]
MYERS.--On May 18, 1902, Winchester husband of the late Susan F Myers, aged 59 years. Funeral on Wednesday at 2 o'clock, from 1843 [?] East Harold street. To proceed to Cumberland Street Vault. Interment at North Cedar Hill Cemetery.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 10 May 1870, page 5]
LAIRD--On the 7th inst, ALEXANDER LAIRD.
The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, from the residence of his mother, No 539 Washington avenue, this (Tuesday) afternoon, at 4 o'clock.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 29 January 1868, page 2]
HILSEE--Suddenly, on the evening of the 26th inst., JOHN G HILSEE, aged 58 years
The relatives and friends of the family and the members of Paschal Iron Works Beneficial Society are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the residence of his son in law, James J Ashmen, 742 South Sixth street, on Thursday afternoon, at 2 o'clock.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 4 August 1866, page 4]
SCOTT.--On the 1st instant, THOMAS B., son of Eliza Ann and the late James Scott, in the 29th [?] year of his age.
His relatives and friends and those of the family are respectfully invited to attend his funeral, from the residence of his mother, No. 1450 N. Fourth street, on Sunday afternoon, at 1 o'clock. To proceed to Monument Cemetery.
[Gopsill's Philadelphia directory, 1885, page 231]
Braceland Annie, wid Frank, h 1745 Pearl
[Philadelphia Inquirer 25 April 1914 page 7]
MUCKENFUSS.--April 22, 1914, FREDERICK, beloved son of Eberhardt L. and Pauline Muckenfuss, aged 23 years. Relatives and friends also members of Star of East Council, No. 64, Jr. O.U.A.M. are invited to attend funeral, on Sunday, at 2 o'clock, from his parents' residents [sic], 2440 TUlip st. Interment Mt. Vernon Cemetery.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 10 April 1909 page 13]
MUCKENFUSS.--On April 7, 1909, CHRISTIANA, wife of Eberhardt Muckenfuss, in her 78th year. Relatives and friends, also the Ladies' Aid of the German Methodist Church, of 12th st and GIrard ave, are invited to attend the funeral, on Sunday, at 2 PM. from her late residence, 4535 N Lee st. Interment at Green Mount Cemetery.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 24 July 1913, page 7]
[NB: ** I DON'T HAVE ANY EVIDENCE THIS IS THE RIGHT WILLIAM BIBBY]
BIBBY.--22d inst. WILLIAM BIBBY. Relatives and friends invited to funeral, Fri, 7 30 A M residence of son, 4485 Thompson st, Bridesburg. Mass at All Saints' Church, 9 A.M. Interment New Cathedral.
Philadelphia Inquirer 24 Jan 1910, page 14]
[again, ?]
BIBY.-- [sic] On January 21, 1910, ANNIE BIBBY (nee McBride), wife of William Bibby. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, on Tuesday, at 8 30 AM, from her late residence, 1922 Oxford st., Frankford. Requiem high mass at St Joachim's Church, at 10 AM. Interment at New Cathedral Cemetery.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 2 February 1908 page 10]
[**so there are 2 William and Annie Bibby's in Philadelphia]
BIBBY.--January 30, 1908, ANNIE BIBBY, wife of William Bibby, aged 61 years. Relatives and friends, also the BVM Sodality, the Sacred Heart and Altar Societies of the Ascension Church, and the St Francis Temperance Society, are invited to attend the funeral, Monday, at 8 30 AM from her late residence, corner Emerald and Wishart sts (25th ward). High requiem mass at the Church of the Ascension, at 10 AM. Interment at St Dominic's Cemetery.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 5 August 1863, page 8]
GENERAL COURT-MARTIAL.--A General Court-Martial will convene at No. 1105 Girard street, Philadelphia, Pa., on Wednesday, August 5, 1863, at 11 o'clock A.M., to consist of the following named officers:--
Major JOHN D. LENTZ, 91st Pa. Vols.Captain O.C. CUNNINGHAM, 154th Pa. Vols.
Captain WM. H. FORREST, 8th Pa. Cavalry.
Captain J. R. NEVINS, Independent Battery.
Captain PERRINE, 10th N.J. Vols.
Lieut THACKERAY, 10th N.J. Vols.
First Lieut. GEO. MITCHELL, 57th N.Y. Vols.
The first named officer will be President of the Court, and the last named officer Judge Advocate.
[Public Ledger 29 March 1866, page 2]
[**NB**]
McMULLIN--Suddenly, on the 27th inst., Lieut GEORGE McMULLIN, late of the 91st Regiment Pa Vols
[Philadelphia Inquirer 17 April 1913, page 14]
CROZIER--14th inst. THOMAS, husband of Maria Crozier, aged 79. Relatives and friends, also Post No 2, GAR, and surviving members 91st Regiment, Pennsylvania, invited to services, Fri. 2 PM, residence, 1438 Wolf st. Interment private, Mt Moriah. Friends may view remains Thurs 7 to 10 PM
[Philadelphia Inquirer 4 December 1910 page 15]
HOUSTON.--On December 2, 1910, ROBERT HALL, husband of Mary Naylor Houston, in his 86th year. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of the Remembrance Lodge, No. 731, IOOF; ED Baker Post, No 8, GAR, and survivors of the 91st Penna Volunteers, are invited to attend the funeral, from his late residence, 1930 Diamond st, on Monday afternoon, at 1.30 o'clock, precisely. Interment private at Northwood Cemetery.
[The Philadelphia Inquirer of 12 July 1919 page 10 has an article entitled "J. R. ROYER, INVENTOR OF SODA FOUNTAIN, DEAD", which claims he served in the 91st Pennsylvania; I assume this is the Joseph R Royer, G 191 Infantry, in the ARIAS cards]
[Cleveland Plain Dealer 10 January 1887 page 8]
[I did not transcribe the description of the service]
MEMORIAL SERVICES
Of Memorial Post, Grand Army of the Republic,
For Soldiers Who Died During the Year Just Closed, ... and Comrade Loyde.
...
MEMOIRS
of Generals McClellan, Hancock and Logan.
"George L. Loyde was born in New Castle, Del., in 1841, enlisted as a private in company G, 91st Pennsylvania volunteers in September, 1862, was transferred to the United States vessel Benville and discharged therefrom as shipmaster on April 17, 1865, by reason of the close of the war. He joined Memorial post by muster, on the 23d of January, 1885. Since the close of the war he has followed the calling of a sailor, and at the time of his death was captain on the steamer Lucerne, his death being reported November 24."
[Philadelphia Inquirer 9 May 1915, page 15]
HILL--Suddenly, on May 7, 1915, ALAN A. [?] HILL, husband of Lillie L. Hill, in his 69th year. Relatives and friends and all societies of which he was a member are invited to attend funeral services, on Monday, at 2 PM., at his late residence, 2558 [?] N. Napa St. Interment Mt Peace Cemetery Remains may be viewed on Sunday from 8 to 10 PM.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 4 August 1899 page 11]
McCOOL.--On August 1, 1899, Henry W. McCool, in this 56th year. The relatives and friends of the family, also police of the Fifteenth District; Wingohocking Tribe, No. 33, I.O. of R.M.; Spartacus Lodge, No. 31, K. of P., and Survivors of the Ninety-first Pennsylvania Volunteers, are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on Saturday, the 5th, at 2 o'clock, from his late residence, No. 4220 Salem street (formerly Thomas street), Frankford. Interment at Cedar Hill.
[New York Herald Tribune 22 April 1862 page 6]
A STATE PRISONER SHOT.
A State prisoner, Jesse D. [sic] Wharton, from near Hagerstown, Maryland, was shot by a sentry yesterday, at the Old Capital Prison, and died in a few hours thereafter.
[I have not been able to identify Killburg]
[Sandusky Daily Star (Sandusky OH), Thursday 25 April 1901, page 7]
SOLDIERS' HOME.
...
Solomon Killburg, Co. C., 91st Pa. V. I. was admitted Monday and sent to receiving barracks.
[Richland County Observer (Richland Center, Wisconsin), 10 October 1862, page 3]
Telegraphic News
...
Baltimore, Sept. 29. [*insert dash*] The American's correspondent says:
...At Shepardstown Ferry, on this side of the Potomac, there are over 200 wounded rebel prisoners, guarded by the 91st Pa. regiment, and under care of six rebel surgeons. The men are desparately wounded. ...
[The Gettysburg Compiler on Wednesday, January 30, 1907] Jesse S. Miller died at iiis home in York last week after a short illness from pneumonia aged 72 years. He had been a school teacher in York sudden death at his home HI Heidlers- burg on lust Thursday evening. He had finished the evening meal and went out and picked up the axe to chop aud fell to the ground. He explr.'d in a lew minutes, death being due to a stroke. His 74th birthday Had been passed this mouth. He was born and lived his whole life in Heidlersburg. He enlisted in the 105th Pa. Reg't in aud was pro- moted to 1st Lieut., serving nine mouths. He enlisted later in Co. G, 91st Pa. Inf., and was in battles of Suffolk, Nancemond River, Black- water, Deserted House, Dismal Swamp, Petersburg, VVeldou Railroad, Summerton Road, He was a man of a great deal of Native ability and a good pensmau. He served as County Auditor and Clerk of the Courts and the dockets during his term give evidence of neat- ness and care. He served as Clerk to the Jury Commissioners for over thirty years, and here again his care aud accuracy were shown. The lists of jurors put into the jury wheel for over a generation have been in his handwriting and his familiarity with people and names was a help to get the names in the wheel rightly spelled. He was a Justice of Tyrone and J. Frank Dougherty, all of this place.
[death notice, Philadelphia Inquirer, 9 March 1918, page 7]
MILLER--March 7. WILLIAM N. J. MILLER, husband of late Jennie G. Miller. Relatives and friends, also Stephen Girard Lodge No. 450, F. and A.M.; Harmony Council No. 53. O. of L.A.; Wm. G. Warden Beneficial Assoc; and veterans of Company D, 118th Regt., and Company F, 91st Regt. of Penna Inf. of Civil War, invited to services, Mon. 3 P.M., 1311 S. Ruby St. Int. Fernwood Cem. Remains may be viewed Sun. eve.
possible 1880 census for Mary A Gregory see film 1180 page 291 Mary A Gregory [head] wid f w 45 Eng Keeping house Eng Eng C Augusta Gregory dau s f w 21 Il [blank] NY Eng Francis H Gregory son s m w 19 PA Wire Drawer NY Eng William E Gregory son s m w 6 PA [blank] NY Eng
possible 1900 census PA Westmoreland Cty Derry Boro page 149B lines 59-61 Mary A Gregory 4 children 3 living include daughter Agusta born Mar 1859 and son Elbert [sic] born May 1874
DO I STILL NEED TO GET THIS? Rrjv. L. MJLLCR died at Kempton, 111., Jan. 11. He was a son of the late M. B. and Louisa Miller and was born at the family home near Sa- em Church, Mt. Pleasant township, "March 20, 1S45. His early life was spent on the home farm and he saw service in the Civil "War as a member of the 91st Pa. Regt. About forty vears-ago Mr.-Miller moved to Illinois and was for many years engaged in he active ministry of the Methodist Church, until failing health compelled lis letiremeut about seven years ago. He married in the West and is sur- ived by one daughter, residing in vempton. 111. The'- surviving brothers ,nd sisters are widely scattered, no two giving in the same State. They are. 'Chas. G. Miller, of Mrs.-'Elizabeth J. Xorris. of Canton. 0.: Mrs. Ella S. Bucy, of Baltimore, Md.; Rev. Ephraim X. Miller, of Mar- quoheta, Iowa: John TV. Miller. San Gabriel, Cal.: Peter A. Miller. Belling- ham, Wash., and Auua H. Miller. Kempton, 111. The Gettysburg Compiler on Wednesday, January 22, 1913(Gettysburg,Pennsylvania)
Philadelphia Press 26 February 1864, page 3
CHESTER HOSPITAL RENDEZVOUS
FEBRUARY 25, 1864
SPECIAL ORDER No. 3,
All members of the 91st Regiment Pennsylvania Veteran Volunteers now absent from camp are hereby ordered to report at once to these Headquarters.
By order of E. M. GREGORY.Colonel Commanding Rendezvous
B. J. TAYMAN, Adjutant
Philadelphia Press 4 February 1864, page 2
[source: ActivePaper Archive, Penn State University (viewed 8 November 2008)]
THE CITY.
PRESENTATION OF FLAGS.--Last evening Concert Hall was crowded to excess with ladies and gentlement who had assembled there to witness the presentation of the National and State flags and three guidons from the ladies of Philadelphia, to the 91st Regiment of Pennsylvania Volunteers, commanded by Colonel Gregory. The flags were made in a beautiful and substantial manner, at a cost of three hundred dollars. The officers and members of the regiment were present with their torn and tattered battle-flags which added solemnity to the scene. The stage was draped with a number of American flags. A band was in attendance which discoursed patriotic airs before the exercise began. Mr. George W. Magee acted as chairman of the meeting. A prayer was then offered by the Rev. Dr. Mears, on behalf of the country and the 91st Regiment, and imploring a blessing upon all, after which Professor Saunders, of this city, was introduced.
He said: The most experienced speaker might feel abashed at looking over this vast audience. He knew that if he would fail, there were speakers to follow that never failed. His greatest embarrassment would be, not that he stood before the beautiful and the accomplished, or the young and the aged, but that there stood behind him the brave men who had bared their bosoms to the shots of the enemy. There is more vauable history connected with this war thus far than has ever been connected with any war, either in ancient or modern times. The speaker then made a few running remarks of the gallant deeds performed by the 91st Regiment on the different battle-fields, which were received with great applause.
At the conclusion of his speech, the reveille was beaten by the drum corps of the 91st Regiment, directed by Major [sic] Bancker, which was on the platform at the time.
The flags were then presented to the regiment on behalf of their lady friends by ex-Gov. Jas. Pollock. Before commencing his remarks he proposed three cheers for the 91st Regiment of Pennsylvania Volunteers, which were given with a will, the ladies and gentlement standing upon their feet to do so. The speaker then paid a glowing tribute to the position which the sons of Pennsylvania took at the commencement of this mighty rebellion, and of the great part which they have played in the crushing of it. His remarks were received with great applause. He handed the colors to Col. Gregory, commander of the regiment, who received them in [sic] behalf of the officers and men. In doing so he said:
Mr. President, ladies and friends of the 91st Regiment, we accept this suit of colors with grateful hearts. Boys, these are your colors, the colors of your country. I need not say that you will defend them. The audience know it. He then proposed three cheers for the colors, which were heartily given. The men then sat down, and the Colonel proceeded. He said: We receive these colors with gratitude to you; with thankfulness to God that we have friends at home. We have returned to your midst, but not all of us. We have left brave men behind, but we expect to meet them at the judgment seat, where they will not be condemned for what they have done on the battle-field. He had made up his mind that when the last chain shall be severed from the body of the last slave in America, then he believed the war would be at an end, and he hoped it would be at the time when Abraham Lincoln was re-elected President of these United States. [Cheers.] We have lost many dear ones on the fields of Virginia. The day will come, and, we trust, before long, when this was will be over. We have 403 [my note: last digit unclear] men left out of 1,100 and odd, and we have recruited about one hundred lately. We come to Philadelphia to fill our regiment to a thousand strong, and we expect to do it, and you young men must come forth. We are in for this war to the end. This Government was founded upon principle--the principle of freedom to every man. The Government was ordained by God, and we believe that it was ordained that Abraham Lincoln was to lead us through this trial. We accept these banners, and they will be accepted and protected we believe. He then introduced to the audience Sergeant Chism, who, he said, had carried the other flag through every battle. Should these banners fall, I should find you, from your past character, beneath them. These colors you are to carry. May God spare you to carry them through this context. Take this color, and I ask no more of you in the future than I have had from you in the past. The State flag was then placed in the hands of Corporal Winner [sic]. This rebellion, he continued, has cost much and it will cost more. This Government is destined to be the greatest in the world, and to-day there is not a monarchy in the Old World which does not tremble at the power of our Government. This all arises from the one national principle of freedom to all within it. He believed that this rebellion would have been crushed before had it not been for the fire from the Copperheads in the rear. [Applause.] Heaven grant that there shall never be peace until every rebel shall lay down his arms, and the shackles be broken from every slave in the land. [Applause.]
At the conclusion of his remarks, the tattoo and the Star-spangled Banner were beaten by the drum corps, which elicited much applause. The proficiency attained by these drummers is wonderful, and great credit is due to Drum Major Bancker, who has charge of them. At the conclusion of this part of the exercises the large audience retired.
Philadelphia Press, 19 January 1864, page 3; AND 20 January 1864, page 3; AND 21 January 1864, page 3; AND 22 January 1864, page 3
[source: ActivePaper Archive, Penn State University (viewed 8 November 2008)]
HEADQUARTERS 91st REGT. PA. VET. VOLS., 432 CHESTNUT St., below Fifth, Col. E. M. GREGORY, Commanding. Good men wanted to fill up the ranks. Call early.
[Philadelphia Press 9 January 1864, page 2]
[source: ActivePaper Archive, Penn State University (viewed 8 November 2008)]
ARRIVAL OF THE 91st REGIMENT PENNSYLVANIA VOLUNTEERS.--The 91st Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers arrived at the depot of the Philadelphia, Wilmington, and Baltimore Railroad, about five o'clock yesterday afternoon, from the seat of war. This regiment left the city over two years ago, numbering about one thousand men, and there remain now but four hundred and three men, which includes those in the different hospitals. Those who arrived yesterday, numbering two hundred and sixty-eight, have re-enlisted again for three years or the war, and have been granted a furlough of thirty days. This regiment has participated in the battles of Fredericksburg, Chancellorville, and Gettysburg, where they proved themselves worthy of the greatest honor that could be conferred upon them. The neighborhood of the depot was crowded with anxious beings for several hours previous the arrival waiting to obtain the long-wished-for look at those who have been so long away, struggling in behalf of the country's honor. The snow which covered the ground made it rather uncomfortable to remain in one spot very long, but their anxiety overcame the inclemency of the weather. The regiment was detained some time at Gray's Ferry, and on its arrival a rush was made for the cars which contained the bronze-faced veterans. Then ensued a scene easier imagined than told. The crowd around them was so dense that a great many could not get close enough to obtain even a look at the brave boys, while the lucky ones enjoyed themselves hugely until compelled to move away. The men were obliged to stand in the snow almost an hour before they were marched into line, which was a rather unpleasant duty. The detachments and companies which formed the escort were drawn up in line, on Broad street, over an hour previous to the arrival of the 91st, and they, too, suffered considerably from the weather. Shortly before six o'clock the escort formed to the following order:
Birgfeld's Band.Detachment of the Twentieth Pennsylvania Cavalry.
Veterans and new recruits from Camp Cadwalader.
Liberty Cornet Band.
Henry Guards, Captain Epear [?].
Fourth Union League Regiment, Col. McLean
Col. Gregory and staff.
Band of Ninety-first Regiment.
Ninety-first Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers.
Provost Guard, from Fifth and Buttonwood streets, Captain Sack.
The procession then moved over the following route: Up Broad street to Walnut, down Walnut to Thirteenth, up Thirteenth to Chestnut, down Chestnut to Third, and then back to the front of Independence Hall, where they were dismissed.
The scene at the dismissal of the regiment, in front of the State House, was one of the most thrilling that we have as yet witnessed. Col. Gregory, mounted, as he was, on a spirited horse, in dismissing the men for the night, took occasion to make a ten minutes [sic] speech. He returned thanks, on behalf of the men in his command, for the patriotic reception tendered them. The shouts of Union victory on the battle-field inspired the soul with courage, and the shouts of patriotism at home kindle the flame of love for our country. The brave men of my command have re-enlisted for the war. (Great cheering.) They may not have to serve for three years more, because we think we see the beginning of the end of the rebellion. (Cheers.) He would make one remark, and that is this--the rebellion never will end until the shackles are broken from every slave in the country. (Immense cheers.) The war cannot cease until every black man is set free, and this country becomes, what God Almighty intends it to be in reality, the land of the free and the home of the brave. (Enthusiastic cheers--voice from a window of American Hotel, "Good, good;" voice from the crowd, "That's the ring of the true metal, no copperheadism about that.")
Col. Gregory again thanked the people for the ovation, the band struck up the "Star-spangled Banner," the immense multitude cheered loudly and long, and began to separate, each one brimful of patriotism.
Throughout the entire route flags were flying, and the pavements and steps crowded with lookers-on.
The following is a list of the field officers of the Ninety-first: Colonel Gregory, Lieutenant Colonel Sinex, Major Lentz, Adjutant B. S. [sic] Tayman, Quartermaster D. H. Lentz, Surgeon J. D. Knight, Assistant Surgeon W. G. Keir.
[Philadelphia Press, Friday 8 January 1864, page 2]
The 91st Pennsylvania Regiment to Arrive To-day.
[source: ActivePaper Archive, Penn State University (viewed 8 November 2008)]
BALTIMORE, Jan. 7.--The 91st Pennsylvania Regiment (veteran volunteers[)], under command of Col. E. M. Gregory, will arrive at ten o'clock, to-morrow [sic] morning, (Jan. 8) at the Philadelphia depot of the P.W. & B.R., Broad and Prime streets.
[Philadelphia Inquirer Monday 24 August 1863, page 2]
[source: ActivePaper Archive, Penn State University (viewed 8 November 2008)]
AN INTERESTING SERVICE.--On yesterday morning Rev. A. Manship, past of Hedding M.E. Church, Sixteenth and Coates streets, preached faithfully from "What shall it profit a man if he gain the whole world and lose his own soul?" In addition to the ordinary congregation, there were quite a number of soldiers and officers present, by special invitation. A part of Captain Nevin's Lancaster Battery and a part of the 19th Pennsylvania Cavalry were present; among the officers we observed Major Hess, Colonel Cummings, and Colonel Gregory, of the old 91st Pennsylvania regiment. By request of the pastor, Col. Gregory made the opening prayer, which was very appropriate and earnest. The trustees of the church presented to every soldier and officer present a copy of the Patriot's Hymn-Book, which was used on this occasion throughout the congregation, the soldiers joining most heartily in this delightful part of the exercises. All seemed highly pleased with the pointed, earnest services, and none more so than the military in attendance. At a quarter before twelve, the soldiers, in fine order, returned to their camp opposite Odd Fellows' Cemetery.
[Philadelphia Press Wednesday 1 July 1863, page 3 [essentially the same article at 30 June 1863 p.2; and Monday 29 June 1863 page 3]]
[source: ActivePaper Archive, Penn State University (viewed 8 November 2008)]
HEADQUARTERS, PHILADELPHIA, Pa., June 28, 1863
SPECIAL ORDER, No. 2--VIII. The following places of rendezvous are designated for the enrolment and enlistment of men for service for three months, unless sooner discharged:
Commissioners' Hall, Spring Garden and Thirteenth streets, Lieutenant Colonel E. E. Wallace, late 91st Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers, in charge.
City Armory, Broad street, below Race, Captain Isaac C. Price in charge.
Market House, Spring Garden and Twenty-second streets, Capt. Joseph Adamson in charge.
Girard avenue and Sixth street, Captain Charles C. Phillips in charge.
When a full company, consisting of 64 privates, 5 sergeants, 8 corporals, 2 musicians, and 1 wagoner is organized, they will be immediately mustered into service with a full complement of officers, armed, equipped and moved into camp for instruction. But after an organization is commenced a smaller number of men without officers may be mustered into service and attached to other Companies if it is desired. A Half Company of Forty Men may be mustered in with a First Lieutenant.
By command of Major General DANA.
CYRUS S. HALDEMAN,Assistant Adjutant General.
[Philadelphia Press Tuesday 16 June 1863 page 3]
[source: ActivePaper Archive, Penn State University (viewed 8 November 2008)]
THE UNDERSIGNED PROPOSES immediately to raise a Regiment for State defence. Captains of companies and squads of men are earnestly invited to report at once to N.W. corner RIDGE Avenue and COATES Street.
E. E. WALLACE,Late Lieutenant Colonel 91st Regiment P.V.
[Philadelphia Press, Tuesday 16 June 1863, page 2]
[source: ActivePaper Archive, Penn State University (viewed 8 November 2008)]
Preparations to Meet the Threatened Raid--Response of the People.
[...]
E. E. Wallace, late colonel of the 91st Regiment P.V., proposes to raise immediately a regiment for State defence, and calls upon all officers and privates who desire to enter the service to report to him at the northwest corner of Ridge avenue and Coates street.
[...][Philadelphia Press, Wednesday 27 May 1863, page 3]
[source: ActivePaper Archive, Penn State University (viewed 8 November 2008)]
DIED.
[...]
GEBLER.--Of wounds, received at the battle of Chancellorville, May 3, 1863, Sergeant Joseph T. Gebler, Co. F, 91st Regiment, P.V.
[Philadelphia Press, Wednesday 13 May 1863, page 2]
[source: ActivePaper Archive, Penn State University (viewed 8 November 2008)]
THE NINETY-FIRST PENNSYLVANIA VOLUNTEERS.--The following is an official list of killed, wounded, and missing in the 91st Regiment, P.V.:
Col. E. M. Gregory, wounded in leg.
Capt. T. H. Parsons, Co. C, in knee.
Lieut. Geo. Black, H, wounded and missing.
Corp'l Sam'l Wilson, A, missing, supposed killed.
Johnson Agnew, A, missing, supposed a prisoner.
Wm. Hentzel, A, missing, supposed a prisoner.
Rudolph Mardle, A, missing, supposed a prisoner.
Wm Stetler, A, slightly wounded.
John Mills, A, slightly wounded.
Corp'l Jacob Lynn, B, killed.
Corp'l Sebastian Bodini [sic], B, killed.
Corpl'l [sic] Thomas Patterson, B, missing.
Serg't John Bisbing, C, killed.
Serg't Joseph Gilbert, C, slightly wounded.
Wm. Beale, C, wounded, supposed a prisoner.
Charles Coates, C, wounded in leg.
Henry Chitlicks, C, wounded in leg.
Wm. H. Carpenter, C, wounded in shoulder.
John O'Neille, C, wounded in head.
Joseph E. Smith, C, wounded in arm.
Alexander Keeley, C, wounded in arm.
Corp'l Andrew Brown, C, wounded and missing.
Corp'l Wm. H. Simpson, C, missing.
John Banning, C, missing.
Wm. Hoover, Sr., C, missing.
Albert Morgan, C, missing.
George D. Ott, C, missing.
John P. Wool, C, missing.
Joseph Johnson, D, missing.
Joseph Kessler, D, missing.
Samuel Steele, D, missing.
Charles Neide, D, wounded in leg.
John Collins, D, wounded in thigh.
James Nelson, D, wounded in leg.
Wm. Bryson, E, killed.
Francis McMackin, E, killed.
Alexander Baird, E, wounded in leg.
J. Garety, E, wounded in arm and side, seriously.
John Whalin, E, wounded in hand.
John P. Russell, E, wounded in hand.
Martin Blake, E, missing.
Robert B. Miller, E, missing.
Wm. McCartney, E, missing.
Corp'l Wm. H. Jeffries, E, missing.
Serg't Joseph T. Gebler, F, killed.
Wm. Gilleland, F, wounded in arm.
George Stroup, F, missing.
John Dougherty, F, missing.
Israel H. Barnes, G, killed.
Serg't Frederick H. Henry, G, killed
Serg't John L. Evans, G, wounded in arm
Serg't A. Truman, G, wounded in shoulder and leg.
Reuben Auman, G, wounded in side.
Frederick Lehman, G, wounded in shoulder.
Wm. S. Cox, G, wounded in arm.
George Pilkenton, G, wounded in arm.
Samuel Williamson, G, wounded in arm.
John Scott, G, wounded in hand.
Corp'l Thos. Crozier, H, wounded in arm.
George Detterline, H, wounded in hand.
Hugh McLaughlin, H, wounded in head.
John Somers, H, missing.
Corp'l George Leaf, I, wounded in breast.
Corp'l Alexander Malloch, I, wounded in head.
Corp'l John Cooker, I, missing, supposed killed.
Corp'l H. W. Erdman, I, wounded in shoulder.
John Callahan, I, wounded in hand.
Corp'l Wm. Cloud, K, wounded in leg.
John Dort, K, wounded in breast.
Jacob B. Kepplinger, K, wounded in ankle.
Thomas Young, K, wounded in foot.
Robert Reese, K, wounded in hand.
Wm. R. Cooper, K, missing.
Eugene R. Chambers, K, missing.
Michael Connelly, K, missing.
Lews F. Lanning, K, missing.
Col. E. M. Gregory arrived in this city on Monday night. He was wounded in the late battle near Frederickburg; a ball passed through his leg, shattering the bone badly. It is supposed, however, that he will not lose the limb, and he is now being well attended at his own residence.
[Philadelphia Press, 6 May 1863, page 1]]
[source: ActivePaper Archive, Penn State University (viewed 8 November 2008)]
[...]
KILLED AND WOUNDED IN GEN. SYKES' DIVISION ON FRIDAY.
[...]
Col. E. M. Gregory, 91st Pa., wounded severely.
[...]
[Philadelphia Inquirer, 8 June 1864, page 3]
THE NINETY-FIRST PENNSYLVANIA VOLUNTEERS--The following is a correct list of casualties in the Ninety-first Regiment Pennsylvania Veteran Volunteers to May 30th, 1864. They crossed the Rapidan with three hundred muskets.
KILLED.Company A.--Sergeant Joseph H Andrews, James McDermont [sic], Frank Miller.
Company C.--Corporal Jas. Tierney, John Cox, Thomas Morris.
Company D.--William Lutz, Joseph Reese.
Company E.--John Montieth, Thomas D Riely, David Hewitt.
COmpany K.--Michael Keane.
WOUNDED.Lieutenant-Colonel Joseph H. Sinex.
First Lieutenant Wm H Carpenter.
Second Lieutenant Howard W Shipley.
Company A.--Johnson Agnew, Jacob Browning, Jacob D Geisenhoffer, James Luffberry, Jones Urwiler, Samuel Peberdy, Wm B Warford, Albert J Quick, Jas McLoon, Charles J King, Eugene T Chermon, John A B Wallace, Marcus Ullman, John A Beaver.
Company B.--Corp James Chism; John F Walters, Patrick Galligher, William G Kels, Charles Smith.
Company C.--Thomas O'Neal, Jervis W Edes, William J Hewitt, Mansfield Wood, Michael Drew, John J Kerr, Josiah Tomlin.
Company D.--Sergt Wm H Chandler, Corp Wm V Stackhouse; Wm Adams, Edward Agnew, John Black, Joseph Donnelly, Thomas Flynn, Michael Gallagher, Wm O Harvey, Wm Krishner, John W Gehen, Richard McCarter, Joseph Reynolds, Robert R Stewart, George Sweed
Company E.--Corporal Samuel Burns, Wm Carney, Francis P Donahue, Chas Haughey, Jerome B Jacobs, John Keaver, Freemen Kneeder [sic], John Nutt, Robert Wooden, James Williams, Augustine C Montgomery.
Company F.--Robt Wilkinson, Wm Conard, John Williams, Robt [?] Boyd, Wm McClung, Geo F Stroup, Thos McGovern [?]
Company G.--Sergt John L Evans, Private William McCalla [?], Henry S Abbott, George W Smith.
Company H.--wm Aldridge [?], Chas Burkett, Hugh McLaughlin, John P Chester, Geo W Marriner, Winchester Myers, Geo L Poole, Wm H Andrews, John Fink.
Company I.--Sergt Adam Murphy, James Haley.
Company K.--John Kane, Christian Stranze, Matthew McFetridge, Daniel D Leitheiser, musician, Eli Leach.
MISSING.Company A.--William Mathias, John G Knecht.
Company C.--Anorson.
Company F.--Harry H Zane.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 13 May 1863, page 8]
THE NINETY-FIRST PENNSYLVANIA AT CHANCELLORVILLE.--Col. E.M. GREGORY, of the Ninety-first Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers, arrived in this city on Monday night, he having received a severe wound in the leg at the late battle near Fredericksburg. Colonel GREGORY has proved by his gallant conduct to be one of the best officers that this city has furnished for the defense of our Government. His conduct at the former battle of Fredericksburg won for him the praise and esteem of all the officers and men with whom he is connected. His regiment not long since presented him with a magnificent sword, and also a very fine horse, which shows their appreciation of their gallant leader. The following is a complete list of the killed and wounded in the regiment:-
Colonel E. M. Gregory, wounded leg.Captain Theodore H. Parsons, Co. C, knee.
Lieutenant George Black, Co. H, wounded and missing.
Corporal Samuel Wilson, Co. A, missing.
John Agnew, Co. A, missing.
William Kintzel, Co. A, missing
Rudolph Maidell, Co. A, missing.
William Stetler, Co. A, slightly wounded.
John Mills, Co.A, slightly wounded.
Corporal Jacob Lynn, Co. B, killed.
Sebastian Badini, Co. B, killed.
Thomas Patterson, Co. B, killed.
Sergeant John Bisbing, Co. C, killed.
Joseph Gilbert, Co. C, slightly wounded.
William Beale, Co. C, wounded and missing.
Charles Coates, Co. C, leg.
William Chitticks, Co. C, leg
William H. Carpenter, Co. C, shoulder
John O'Neille, Co. C, head
Joseph E. Smith, Co. C, arm.
Alexander Keeley, Co. C, arm.
Corporal Andrew Brown, Co. C, wounded and mind
Corporal William H. Simpson, Co. C, missing.
John Banning, Co. C, missing.
William Hoven, Sen'r, Co. C, missing.
Albert Morgan, Co. C, missing.
George D. Ott, Co. C, mmissing.
John P. Worl, Co. C, missing.
Joseph Johnson, Co. D, missing.
Joseph Kessler, Co. D, missing.
Samuel Steele, Co. D, missing.
Charles Neide, Co. D, leg.
John Collins, Co. D, thigh.
James Nelson, Co. D, leg.
William Bryson, Co. E, killed.
Francis McMackin, Co. E, killed.
Alexander Bair, Co. E, wounded leg.
John Garity, Co. E, arm and [illegible]
John [illegible], Co. E, hand.
John S. Russell, Co. E, hand.
Martin Blake, Co. E, missing.
Robert B Miller, Co. E, missing.
William McCartney, Co. E, missing.
Corporal William H. Jeffries, Co. E, missing.
Sergeant Joseph T. Gebler, Co. F, killed.
Wm. Gilliand, Co. F, arm.
George Stroup, Co. F, missing.
John Dougherty, Co. F, missing.
Israel H. Barnes, Co. G, killed.
Sergeant Frederick Henry, Co. G, killed.
John L. Evans, Co. G, arm.
Amos Truman, Co. G, shoulder and leg.
Reuben Auman, Co. G, side.
Frederick Lehman, Co. G, shoulder.
Wm. S. Cox, Co. G, arm.
George Pilkenton, Co. G, arm.
Samuel Williamson, Co. G, arm.
John Scott, Co. G, hand.
Thomas Crozier, Co. H, arm.
George Detterline, Co. H, hand.
Hugh McLaughlin, Co. H, head.
John Somers, Co. H., missing.
Corporal George Leaf, Co. I, breast.
Alexander Malloch, Co. I, head.
John Cooker, Co I, missing.
Henry W. Erdman, Co. I, shoulder.
John Callahan, Co. I, hand.
William Cloud, Co. K, leg.
John Dort, Co. K, breast.
Jacob B. Kepplinger, Co. K, ankle.
Thomas Young, Co. K, foot.
Robert Reese, Co. K, hand.
William R. Cooper, Co. K, missing.
Eugene R. Chambers, Co. K, missing.
Michael Connollly, Co. K, missing.
Lewis F. Lanning, Co. K, missing.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 5 February 1862, page 2]
LETTER FROM THE NINETY-FIRST.
Correspondence of the Inquirer.
CAMP STANTON,
Near Washington, Feb, [sic] 2, 1862.
We broke camp on Darby Road, on Tuesday, January 21st, and took the cars for Baltimore, which city we reached about noon the next day. We took our dinners at the rooms of the "Union Relief Association," after which, we took the cars again for Washington, and arrived at the Capitol about half-past nine o'clock, P.M. the same day. We were there for a couple of days, when we went into camp.
Our camp, which has been named after the new Secretary of War, is a most beautiful location. It is situated upon an eminence on the west bank of the east branch of the Potomac, about two miles from the Capitol; and standing upon the top of the hill one can view the surrounding country for miles. There are no less than fifteen or twenty different camps within sight, and occasionally you can hear the booming of cannon on the lower Potomac, which, explained, means that the Rebels are trying to prevent some of Uncle Sam's transports from passing.
Our boys generally are in good health, notwithstanding the weather, which, by the way, has been very wet and disagreeable.
A word now about our officers. Colonel E. M. GREGORY is kind to his men, but at the same time expects and requires a strict obedience to his orders. With a heart large enough to study the comfort of an entire regiment, and tender enough to feel with almost the same anguish the sufferings of his followers, he shrinks from no danger and fears to meet no foe, and more than all, he is a Christian. With such a leader the country may rest assured that if an opportunity is offered the Ninety-first Pennsylvania is bound to leave its mark.
Our Lieutenant-Colonel, E. E. WALLACE, and Major G. W. TODD, are two officers of whom too much cannot be said in their favor. Though comparatively young, they are old defenders of their country's flag. For the third time they have taken up their arms and come to its rescue. They followed the Star Spangled Banner through Mexico and brought it out triumphant, and when traitors trampled that banner beneath their feet, they again offered their services and went through the three months campaign as captains in the Scott Legion. At the end of that term they again buckled on their armor and we now have them with us.
The Adjutant appears to be a general favorite. Being a strict military man, he expects and is bound to have everything transacted in military style. Any one who wishes to be convinced of this fact need only be in his tent about half an hour.
Our Quartermaster possesses the confidence of the entire regiment. In providing rations and quarters he has, thus far, shown marked ability and skill.
DON QUIXOTE.[I searched for 'Don Quixote' in the Philadelphia newspapers 1862-1865, on GenealogyBank, 1 January 2010, without finding any other articles by him]
[Philadelphia Inquirer 11 November 1862 page 8]
THE RECRUITING SERGEANTS of Pennsylvania for the old regiments, in Philadelphia, assembled, to the number of nearly one hundred and fifty, yesterday afternoon, and proceeded, with an excellent band, to the Baltimore depot, to receive General McCLELLAN, their gallant commander, who it was expected would have arrived at 5 o'clock. The company was commanded by Sergeant FIX, assisted by Sergeant KELLY, of the Sixty-ninth Regiment, and Sergeant SINEXON [sic], of the Ninety-first [sic] Regiment, and presented a very soldierly appearance. General McCLELLAN not arriving, they proceeded to the house of Dr. J.R.B. McCLELLAN, where the band played all the national airs, winding up with "Hail to the Chief."
[Philadelphia Inquirer 20 January 1862 page 8]
MEETING IN BEHALF OF SOLDIERS.--Last evening, the seventeenth meeting in behalf of the soldiers, held in this city, under the direction of the Young Men's Christian Association, took place in the Rev. Dr. McDOWELL'S Church, Eleventh street, above Spring Garden, at which addresses were delivered by the Rev. B. GRIFFITHS, Secretary of the Baptist Publication Society; the Rev. JAMES M. CROWELL, Rev. J. A. BROWN, Chaplain of the Thomas A. Scott Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers; and Colonel E. M. GREGORY, of the Ninety-first Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 30 November 1874 page 2]
A meeting of the Ninety-first P.V.V. Association was held yesterday afternoon at No. 2611 Gray's Ferry road.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 18 January 1862 page 8]
THE SEVENTEENTH MEETING in behalf of the soldiers, under the direction of the Young Men's Christian Association of Philadelphia, will be held to-morrow evening, in the Rev. Dr. McDOWELL'S Church, Eleventh street, above Spring Garden, at 7 1/2 o'clock. Services will be conducted by the Rev. MORRIS C. SUTPHEN, co-pastor of the church. Addresses will be delivered by the Rev. B. GRIFFITHS, Secretary of the Baptist Publication Society, Rev. JAS. M. CROWELL and Rev. J. A. BROWN, Chaplain of the Thomas A. Scott Regiment P.V., and Colonel E.M. GREGORY, Ninety-first P.V. Regiment.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 16 September 1862 page 8]
TROOPS PASSING THROUGH.--The number of troops passing through the city at present is not as large as heretofore. The One-hundred-and-thirty-first New York Regiment went south yesterday morning, about half past two o'clock. They were fully armed and equipped, and presented an excellent appearance. Yesterday afternoon one hundred and twenty-five men, from the barracks in Swanson street, above Washington avenue, marched to the saloons for refreshment before leaving for the seat of war. They were under the command of Lieutenant HALL.
The men were recruits for the old regiments, and comprised a number for Baxter's Fire Zouaves, Price's, Murphy's, the Eighty-second, Ninety-first, One-hundred-and-twelfth, and Angeroth's regiments. A regiment was also expected this morning, by the new road from New York. On account of no telegraphic despatch having been sent, the number of the regiment is not known.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 5 June 1890, page 2]
Minor Police News.
...
Lizzie Lehman or Lizzie Maguire was yesterday held in $1,000 bail, charged before United States Commissioenr Edmunds with perjury in procuring a pension on March 4, 1890. The testimony was that the accused, who had married twice since her first husband died, swore that she was the widow of Frederick Lehman, of the Ninety-first Pennsylvania Volunteers.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 19 August 1890, page 2]
Must Face Juries.
The United States District Court grand jury yesterday brought in true bills of indictment against the following: ... Lizzie Lehman, alias Cora B. Gillen, alias Cora E. McGuire, making false pension claim.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 10 December 1890 page 1]
Lizzie Lehman, who pleaded guilty to fraudulently drawing a pension after being remarried, was sentenced by Judge Butler to four months' imprisonment and a fine of $100.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 4 December 1890 page 8]
DEFRAUDING THE GOVERNMENT.
After the trial of Mrs. Lizzie Lehman, who was also indicted as Cora E. Gillen and Cora E. McGuire, on the charge of collecting widows' pension money, the right to which she had forfeited by remarrying, had progressed for several hours yesterday in the United States District Court, the defendant withdrew her plea of not guilty and one of guilty was entered. It was stated by counsel that there were extenuating circumstances which it was hoped would be considered. Sentence was deferred.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 25 December 1872, page 2]CITY PROPERTY.
...
A petition was received from Colonel Eli G. Sellers, asking for the return of the battle flags of the Ninety-first Regiment, which had been placed in Independence Hall. The Chair was instructed to present a resolution to Councils authorizing their return.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 15 September 1888 page 5]
COSTER.--On the 12th instant, after a lingering illness from disease contracted while in the army, JOHN P COSTER, aged 71 years.
The relatives and friends of the family, also Philanthropic Lodge, No. 15, I.O.O.F., United Brothers' Encampment, No. 28 [?], I.O.O.F., the surviving members of the Ninety first Regiment, Pennsylvania Veteran Volunteers, are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on Sunday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, from his late residence, No. 937 Darien street. To proceed to Odd Fellows' Cemetery.
[Philadelphia Inquirer, 10 February 1906, page 7]
CHANDLER--On February 8, 1906, WILLIAM H., husband of Margaret L Chandler, aged 64 years. The relatives and friends, also TMK Lee Jr Post, No 5, and WIlliam B Hatch Post, No 37, GAR, and Hatch Circle, No 2, L of GAR, Ninety-first PVV of Pennsylvania, Fidelity Lodge, No 138, IOOF, of Philadelphia; also N I [?] Lodge, No 1 IOOF, and Lenni Lenape Tribe, No 2, IORM of Camden, N.J. are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on Tuesday afternoon, February 20, at 1 30 o'clock, from his late residence, 42 N 2d st, Camden NJ. Interment at Monument Cemetery, Philadelphia. Remains can be viewed Monday evening.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 29 August 1901 page 12; reprinted at 30 August 1901 page 12 ]
DYKE--On the 27th inst., William H H Dyke, late sergeant Company H, Ninety-first Regular Pennsylvania Volunteers, son of the late John Q and Margaret Dyke. Funeral on Saturday at 3 o'clock, from 2451 North Twenty-ninth street. Baker Post No 8, is invited to attend. Interment at Odd Fellows' Cemetery.
[***NB***]
[Philadelphia Inquirer 15 January 1886 page 5]
LOWERY.--On the 12th inst., CHARLES, son of James and Mary Ann Lowery, aged thirty-nine years.
The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, this afternoon, at 2 o'clock, from his parents' residence, No. 1200 [?] Fleetwood street, above Eleventh and below Thompson street, Twentieth ward. Interment private. Comrades of the Ninety first Pennsylvania Volunteers invited.
[***NB***]
[Philadelphia Inquirer 27 May 1879 page 3]
HONORED DEAD.
MEMORIAL SERVICES BY POST NO 2 OF THE GRAND ARMY
The Academy of Music as a Post Room--
Impressive Military and Religious Ceremonial--Description of the Services.
...
Charles Henry, captain Company H, Ninety first Pennsylvania Volunteers, died September 19, 1878.
...
[Philadelphia Inquirer 19 February 1904 page 7]
[***NB***]
KIRSHNER--Suddenly on February 16 1904 WILLIAM KIRSHNER, husband of Mary Kirshner, aged 55 years. The relatives and friends of the family, also members of Post No 5 GAR, Ninety first Penna Regiment and the Tabor Beneficial Society are respectfully invited to attend the funeral on Saturday, at 2 o'clock, from his late residence 1704 Mifflin st. Interment at Mount Moriah Cemetery. Friends can view remains Friday evening.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 25 September 1862, page 4]
FROM WASHINGTON.
...
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24.
WAR DEPARTMENT, ADJUTANT GENERAL'S OFFICE, WASHINGTON, Sept. 13, 1862.--General Order, No. 256 [??], extract 22--A special commission will assemble in this city, at 11 o'clock A.M., on Thursday, the 25th inst., for the trial of such cases as may be brought before it. Detail for the Commission.--Major Gen. D HUNTER, U.S.A., Major Gen CADWALADER, U.S.V.; Brig. Gen. C.C. AUGER, U.S.V.; Major DON PLATT, Assistant Adjutant-General U.S.V., Captain BULL, Jr., A.D.C., Col J. HOLT [?], Judge Advocate General United States. By order of the Secretary of War.
E D. TOWNSEND, Asst. Adj. Gen.A court martial, recently held at Alexandria found Capt. ALPHEUS H. BOWMAN, Company B, Ninety first Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, guilty of conduct unbecoming an officer and gentleman, and Lieut. E. CARROLL BREWSTER, Company F, Ninety-first Pennsylvania Volunteers, was found guilty of drunkenness on duty, and violation of the Eighty-first Article of War, and both officers are sentenced to be dismissed from the service of the United States.
...
Court-martial of Officers and Soldiers.
Captain ALPHEUS H. BOWMAN, Company B, Ninety-first Pennsylvania Volunteers, has been dismissed from the service of the United States, for "conduct unbecoming a gentleman."
Lieutenant E. CARROLL BREWSTER, Co. F, Ninety-first Pennsylvania Volunteers, also dismissed from same service for "drunkenness on duty."
Private JOHN CALLAHAN, Co. I, Ninety first Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, tried for "theft," ordered "That when discharged from the hospital he, the prisoner, be publicly reprimanded by the Colonel of his regiment at dress parade, and sentenced to fourteen days' confinement, with rations only of bread and water."
Private JOHN MANN, Company H, Ninety-first Pennsylvania Volunteers, tried for "striking at a commanding officer," sentenced "to forfeit all pay and allowance due, or to become due, during his term of enlistment, and to be confined to hard labor during the remainder of his term of enlistment, at such place and in such manner as the Commanding-General shall direct."
Private JAMES DOUGHERTY, Company D, Ninety-first Pennsylvania Volunteers, tried for "desertion." Sentenced "to forfeit all back pay and allowance due, or becoming due, up to the time of sentence, and that he be confined thirty days, with bail and chain attached, and to bread and water fourteen of said thirty days."
[the other men whose sentences are reported are not from the 91st Pennsylvania][Philadelphia Press Saturday 28 June 1862, page 1]
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THE SICK AND WOUNDED PENNSYLVANIA SOLDIERS IN WASHINGTON.
WASHINGTON, June 26, 1862.
To the Editor of the Press:
SIR: Accompanying this communication we send you a list of the sick and wounded Pennsylvanians, now in the hospital at Alexandria, Va., which we request you to insert in The Press. We desire this, so that information of the location and condition of our sick and wounded may be conveyed by your widely circulated journal, to their friends in Pennsylvania, or elsewhere, and they thus be enable to communicate with them.
We are happy to say that it will rejoice their friends to know, that in all the hospitals we visited, the sick and wounded are well and carefully attended, and their wants relieved by those in charge, so far as within their power.
It is proper that we should acknowledge the kindness of the surgeons and attendands in charge, in giving us all the information and assistance in their power in the prosecution of our inquiries.
EUGENE AHERN,M. R. SHANKLAND,
WM. H. ROWRER [?],
F. T. McINTIRE,
Visiting Committee of Pennsylvania Relief Association.
[...]
PRINCE-STREET HOSPITAL.
[...]
Connelly, Michael, 91st, wounded; Donnelly, Patrick, 91st, chronic Diarrhoea; Evans John, 91st, wounded; Grott, John, 91st, sprained ankle, October 17; Gillespie, Edward, 91st, diarrhoea; McFettridge, M., 91st, typhoid fever; McCauley, Wm, 91st, ruptured; O'Connell, Daniel, 91st, typhoid fever;
[...]
Wooden, Robert, 91st, fever.
[...]
[Philadelphia Press, 27 June 1863, page 3]
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GOD AND OUR COUNTRY.--A Meeting, under the auspices of the ARMY COMMITTEE of the YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION, will be held in Germantown on SUNDAY EVENING, June 28th, at the lower Lutheran Church (Rev. Mr. Albert [?] pastor), commencing at 8 o'clock. Addresses will be delivered by Ex-Governor JAS POLLOCK; Col. GREGORY, of the 91st Penn'a Regiment, and P. S SIMMONS, Esq. A collection will be made in aid of the Chapel Fund of McClellan U.S. Hospital, Nicetown.
[Philadelphia Press Monday 16 December 1861 page 2]
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THE CITY
MILITARY MATTERS.--The different regiments now in the process of formation are rapidly approaching completion. ... Col. Gregory is still waiting marching orders. His regiment contains about nine hundred men. ...
[Philadelphia Press Friday 13 December 1861 page 3]
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THE CITY.
[...]
MILITARY MATTERS.--RECRUITING, &c.--[...]
Col. Gregory's regiment is ready, and will soon leave for Washington. It is not yet quite full. Col. Gregory will take from his city one of the finest infantry regiments that have yet left. The men are now encamped at Camp Chase.
[...]Captain Jos. H. Sinex, of Company D, Ninety-first Regiment P.V., in behalf of his command, returns thanks to Mrs. Jas. Lefevre and other ladies, and A. M. Spangler, Esq., for donation of mittens for the company.
[Philadelphia Press, Thursday 28 November 1861, page 3 [also printed on 27 November 1861 page 3]
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ATTENTION!--TEN MORE MEN wanted to fill up Company B, Capt. A. H. BOWMAN, attached to Col. E. M. GREGORY's Regiment, now under marching orders. Headquarters NINTH and CHESTNUT.
[a rule separates the company B advertisement from the others]WANTED--TEN MEN FOR Company G, Ninety-First Regiment, Colonel E. M. GREGORY. Apply at the GIRARD HOUSE, or, CAMP CHASE, on the Darby Road.
E. G. SELLERS, Captain.WANTED--TWELVE GOOD Men for Company I, Col. GREGORY'S Regiment, now at CAMP CHASE, Darby Road. Will leave for the seat of war in a few days. Apply at headquarters, GIRARD HOUSE.
JOHN P. CARIE, Captain.ALMOST READ TO MOVE.--Colonel E. M. GREGORY'S NINETY-FIRST REGIMENT, Headquarters GIRARD HOUSE, encamped at Camp CHASE, DARBY Road, one and a half mile from Market street, to move to the seat of war in a few days. Only a few more good men to complete the regiment.
[Philadelphia Press 26 November 1861 page 3 and Monday 25 November 1861 page 3 and Saturday 23 November 1861 page 3]]
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COL. GREGORY'S REGIMENT--
ATTENTION, VOLUNTEERS.--A few more good men wanted to fill up Company G, Capt. Eli G. Sellers, now recruiting at the GIRARD HOUSE, and at the encampment of the regiment on the Darby road, near Gray's Ferry.
JAMES H. CLASSON, First Lieut.
H. W. SHIPLEY, Second Lieutenant.
[Philadelphia Press Thursday 24 October 1861 page 4]
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LOCAL WAR ITEMS
[...]
Two camps have been formed on the Darby road, nearly opposite the depot of the Darby Passenger Railroad, below Gray's lane. Col. Gregory's camp, named in honor of Secretary Chase, occupies a very near and imposing plot of ground, the sentries being set and daily drilled. The other camp is near Mount Moriah Cemetery. It is yet a small affair.
[Philadelphia Press Tuesday 20 August 1861 page 2]
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THE CITY.
[...]
MILITARY MEETING.--Col. Eli Slifer, by authority, called a meeting at the Continental Hotel last evening, at which that gentleman presided, and Col. A. J. McClure acted as secretary. Mr. McClure stated that the State authorities were anxious to see the troops moved rapidly to Washington, ad a number of colonels responded.
[...]Col. Gregory, (Home Guard,) three companies ready to go; five skeleton companies.
[...][the article does not mention Col. Wallace]
[Philadelphia Press 16 February 1864, page 4]
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HOMEOPATHIC INFIRMARY.--The annual meeting of the Board of Managers of the Homeopathic Infirmary, 1106 [?] Coates street, was held on Saturday evening, at which the following gentlemen were elected to constitute the board for the ensuing year:
[...] Col. E. M. Gregory, [...][Philadelphia Press, 13 June 1863, page 2]
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CITY ITEMS.
[...]
SUNDAY-SCHOOL ANNIVERSARY OF THE FOURTH BAPTIST CHURCH.--The forty-sixth anniversary of the Sunday-schools connected with the Fourth Baptist Church, Fifth and Buttonwood streets, was held in that edifice on last Sunday afternoon, at 3 o'clock. The attendance was very large, every part of the church having been filled to overflowing, long before the hour of commencing had arrived. From the annual report, read by the superintendent, John M. Evans, Esq., we learned that the schools now number 617 scholars, presided over by 48 teachers. During the revival in this church, last winter and spring, 63 were admitted to the communion of the church from these schools. The singing on the occasion was admirable, the addresses excellent, and the entire proceedings eminently creditable to all concerned. Addresses were made by A. M. Spangler, Esq., Col. E. M. Gregory, of the 91st Regiment, P. V., Rev. J. Hyatt Smith, and Rev. R> Jeffrey, pastor of the church.
[Philadelphia Press Wednesday 25 March 1863 page 4]
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COMPLIMENT TO COL. GREGORY.--Col. E. M. Gregory, of the 91st Pennsylvania Regiment, was tendered a serenade by his friends at his residence, in the Twentieth ward, on Monday night. A numerous company were assembled, and after the performance of patriotic airs the Colonel was called out and received with hearty applause. He made a few eloquent and graceful remarks, full of soul-stirring patriotism. He fearlessly defended the course of the Administration, and sustained the anti-slavery aspect of the war. His denunciation of the copperhead fire in the rear was such as a fearless and experienced soldier might be expected to utter, and his sentiments elicited round after round of applause. Subsequently an entertainment took place within the house, at which heartily and loyal addresses were delivered. The affair agreeable occupied several hours.
Colonel Gregory has not had a furlough since the war began, having been in the field for more than a year and a half. He has for the last three months been acting brigadier general, and has filled that post to the entire satisfaction of the brigade. The compliment paid him Monday evening was a most deserved one, though his merits demand the substantial recognition of a higher rank in the army of the Union.
[Philadelphia Press Saturday 14 February 1863, page 2]
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COMPLIMENTS TO COL. E. M. GREGORY.-- The friends and admirers of Col. E. M. Gregory, of this city, have, in marked good taste, expressed their appreciation of his distinguished bravery, by ordering for him a very beautiful and richly-mounted sword. Col. G., it will be remembered, was wounded in the battle of Fredericksburg, and his horse was shot under him, though he still lives with seven bullets in his body. The superb weapon which is to be presented to him was manufactured by Messrs George W. Simon & Brother, of this city, and was on exhibition to the public, in the window of Grover & Baker, Chestnut street, below Seventh, during all of yesterday.
[Philadelphia Press Monday 20 January 1862 page 3]
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MILITARY NOTICES.
NOTICE.--All officers and men attached to the Ninety first Regiment, P. V., will report at camp forthwith, to march to the seat of war.
E. M. GREGORY, Colonel Commanding.
[Philadelphia Press, Saturday 14 December 1861, page 3]
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ANOTHER UNION MEETING IN BEHALF OF THE SOLDIERS.--The thirteenth meeting to aid in diffusing religious reading in the camps and promoting the spiritual interests of the soldiers, will be held on SABBATH EVENING, (Dec. 15th), at 7-1/2 o'clock, in the Union M.E. Church, FOURTH Street, below Arch. Addresses will be delivered by the pastor, Rev. Anthony Atwood, Rev. Thos. Brainerd, D. D., Col. E. M. Gregory, Ninety-first Regiment, P.V., and Geo. H. Stuart, Esq. A collection will be taken. Seats free to all. Under the direction of the ARMY COMMITTEE of the Young Men's Christian Association of Philadelphia.
[Philadelphia Press Thursday 10 October 1861 page 3]
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COLONEL E. M. GREGORY'S REGIMENT.--A vocal and instrumental concert will be given at the Academy of Music on Wednesday evening next, for the benefit of this regiment, under the auspices of Colonel E. M. Gregory, Lieutenant Colonel E. M. Wallace, and Major George W. Todd, and all the officers of this fine regiment, the headquarters of which are located at the Girard House. Colonel Gregory has placed the musical arrangements under charge of Alexander De Wolowski, who has engaged a grand orchestera, and a full corps of artists.
[Philadelphia Press Monday 21 July 1862 page 3]
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A PHILADELPHIA MINISTER IN TROUBLE.--We learn that Rev. Mr. Bitting, formerly of this city, who is now pastor of the Baptist Church in Alexandria, Virginia, was lately informed by Colonel Gregory, the provost marshal of that place, that if he could not pray for the President of the United States and the success of the Federal arms, he would be compelled to close his church. The reverend gentleman asked until the next morning to consider the subject, which was granted by Colonel Gregory. Mr. Bitting, in company with the mayor of Alexandria, called upon Colonel Gregory, and informed him that he could not comply with his request. Colonel Gregory replied that he (Mr. Bitting) being a Philadelphian and a minister of the Gospel of Christ, and an instructor of the people in righteousness, it was certainly incumbent upon him to lead them in the way which would produce peace and good order, and thate only object of the Government was to restore order, and bring back peace to our distracted country. Mr. Bitting replied that he had made it a rule not to interfere with politics, and had endeavored to preach the Gospel. Colonel Gregory informed him that politics had nothing to do with the matter; that the subject had resolved itself into the question of a Government or no Government, and that he who was not for the Government must be against it. Occupying the position which he did, and being from the loyal State of Pennsylvania, he was extremely sorry that he had placed himself in a position which forbid him to pray for the President and thank God for the success of the Federal arms. This being the case, he must take military possession of the church, which was immediately done by the adjutant.
[Philadelphia Press Saturday 7 December 1861 page 2]
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Yesterday afternoon, a grand review of four regiments of infantry and one of cavalry came off upon the field opposite the Odd Fellows' Cemetery, on Islington lane east of Ridge avenue. The field was large, open, level and well adapted to the purpose. The interest of the occasion was in a great degree heightened by the presentation of flags to the regiments participating. Before the hour fixed upon in the programme for presenting the flags had arrived, several thousand persons had assembled on the grounds. Ridge avenue and the lane were blocked with private vehicles and passenger cards.
The first regiment to reach the ground was Colonel Rush's Light Cavalry. They came in at the eastern entrance to the lot, about eleven o'clock, and were drawn up in a line about a hundred yards from the stand which had been erected for the Governor, staff, and invited guests. This regiment was accompanied by a fine band of music mounted. The Ninety-first Regiment, Colonel Gregory, was the next to enter, and were followed by the other regiments in succession. Colonel Lyle's regiment did not arrive until after twelve o'clock.
[The rest doesn't discuss the 91st, except to mention that it was the first regiment drawn up in front of the platform][Philadelphia Press 11 January 1864 page 2]
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The Return of the Veterans.
About three years ago regiment after regiment marched out of Philadelphia, each numbering a thousand men, of whom few had ever slain a foe or felt the fever of battle. The long blue lines glistened with unstained bayonets; the flags they bore were untorn and bright. The streets were thronged with cheering crowds, and were loud with exultant music. Every one of us had a friend or a relative in the ranks, and personal interest was added to the patriotic interest we felt in the story of war. When the news of a great battle came, the first question was sure to be, "Was it a victory for us?" The second was as certaintly, "How fought the 71st?" or, "What of the 23d, the 91st, the 95th, the 29th, or the 28th?" With profound pride we have followed the Phladelphia regiments through the war, for we sent them forth with a confidence of which they have proved themselves worthy.
Now some of these regiments have returned, and of the thousand men come back three hundred. The new uniforms are old and faded, the flags torn and riddled with bullets, the guns no longer bright and polished, the men bearded and bronzed, and marching with that indescribable gait which is learned by long carrying of a knapsack and a musket. They left us as raw volunteers, they return as veterans. Their banners are inscribed with the names of many victories; but war is not merely a glory to them, for they have seen it face to face, and know what it is to march weary miles in the rain, to lie all night without shelter, to want food and clothing, to see their comrades shot down, to be beaten in battle, to be decimated in victory. But they know, too, that they have done well, and none can more deeply feel the necessity and justice of the war than those who have made it successful. Few of them left us as Abolitionists; most of them return Abolitionists. Colonel GREGORY, of the 91st, in his stirring speech on Friday night, was enthusiastically cheered by his brave comrades when he declared that the war must end only with the destruction of the cause of the war. The policy of the Government is the creed of the army, as well as the inspiration of the people.
From the presence of these war-worn veterans we should learn something more than adventures and anecdotes of war. We should more truly know the value of the principles for which they have suffered so long and much. We should know the duty of refilling their ranks, and helping them to finish what they have so well begun. The veteran regiments are welcome to Philadelphia for the honor they have done its reputation as a loyal city; they are doubly welcome because they do not intend to stay. They are the best soldiers in the world, and the Union depends upon them still.
[Philadelphia Press Tuesday 22 July 1862, page 2]
[source: ActivePaper Archive, Penn State University (viewed 8 November 2008)]
Disloyal Ministers.
To the Editor of the Press:
SIR: Rev. Mr. Bitting, formerly of this city, now pastor of a church in Alexandria, Va., we learn from The Press of this morning, refuses to pray for the President and for the success of our arms, whereupon Colonel Gregory, very properly, pronounced that the man that is not for the Government must be against it, and that he must take military possession of Mr. Bitting's church.
This was immediately done by the adjutant. From the proceedings of the Presbytery of Allegheny, as published in the Presbyterian Banner and other papers, it will be seen that the Rev. Dr. Plummer, pastor of a church in Allegheny city, does not, and declares that he will not, pray for the President, or for the success of our arms, or give thanks for our victories.
Does not equal justice require that he too should be silenced? Shall he be permitted, even in this indirect way, to give aid and comfort to the eneny? Is a traitor in Allegheny town entitled to greater lenity than a traitor in Alexandria?
J.H.Philadelphia Press Monday 11 November 1861 page 2
MILITARY MATTERS.
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Colonels Gregory and Jones are still recruiting to fill their regiments. The display made by Colonel Gregory's regiment, on the day of Colonel Baker's funeral ceremonies, was very creditable.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 11 December 1886, page 3]
The annual banquet of the survivors of the Seventy-second Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers, on Tuesday evening next, at Broad street and Columbia avenue, will be attended by a number of distinguished military men.
[Philadelphia Inquirer 13 December 1886, page 3]
The One-hundred-and-fourteenth Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, will celebrate the twenty-fourth anniversary of the battle of Fredericksburg by a reunion at Maennerchor [?] Hall this evening. The final report of the Gettysburg Monument Committee will be submitted to the association.