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Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13
OskalOOsa Congress iOnal and Ju.
diclal Conventions.
W. C. EVANS, Sec'y.

dicl0l Conventions.
PRESS OFFICE, WASHINGTON, Iowa,
Sept 5, 1861.
FRIEND MAu1N: The Convention to nomi
nate candidate for Congress in the First
Congressional District, in place of Hon. S. R.
Curtis, resigned, met at Oskaloesa yesterday
about 225 delegates being present.
S. F. Cooper, of Powesheik, was elected
permanent Chairman, and Geo. W. Edwards
of Henry, and j. j. Davies, of Madison, Secre-
taries.
On the informal ballot Wilson, of Jefferson
received 1853 votes; Clarke, of Henry, 80; Ed
wards, of Lucas, IL and Mcpherson 1s. On
the first regular ballot Wilson received 222
votes and Edwards l. Wilson was therefore
declared the unanimous nominee of the Con-
vention.
A Judicial Convention for the 9th Judicial
District was held at the same time, resulting
in the nomination of VIM. Loughridge, of Os-
kaloosa, for the Judgeship recently vacated by
VIM. NJ. Stone.
Everything passed off tremendously in the
Conventions. The Congressional Convention
adopted short series of resolutions, express
sive of their loyalty and devotion to the gov
eminent, and inviting the loyal men of this
State Of all parties to unite with us upon the
issue of maintaining the Constitution and
laws. 7, Ii. STANTON.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

SHARP TR1cK.-On Friday last, at noon, a
man in his shirt sleeves, representing himself
rs carpenter in the employ Of Mr.. Joseph
Hopes, visited Worsham & Bryant's livery
stable and engaged two horses and carriage
to attend funeral six miles in the country.
In short time he again appeared, well dress
ed, and started with the team, but has not
yet returned. 1t appears that no such man
was in the employ OF MIR. Hopes. The man
and team were last seen Friday afternoon,
about ten miles distant, on the Upton road
Persons are in pursuit of the scoundrel, and it
is hoped he will be overtaken. The horses
are well known span of large bays, and cost,
with the carriage and harness, $3.50.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

during campaign, held ready to
march whenever called upon.
Lodgment.-In seige, Judgment
signifies the occupation of q position
and the formation Of an entertainment
to defend it against recapture.
Pickel.-L,terally, sharp stakes.
Generally used to specify detachn ent
whose principal duty is to guard an
army from surprise and oppose the
accommodating parties of the enemy.
Redoubts are works inclosed on all
sides generally square or polygonal.
Ricochet.-Guns fired with a small
charge and low elevation throw RI
cocbet shots, which bound along the
groung or ramparts.
SoHent.-lhe salient angle of Q
fertilization is an angle which projects
towards the country.
sally Porfs.-Openings to afford
free egress to troops for sortie or sud
den charge from a fort.
Sap.-Ghe sap is a method Of
making trenches, in which the workmen
are protected from musketry by ap-
pers rolling large gabion Il. e., CYL
indr,cal basket filled with earth, to-
ward the enemy.
Shells "A shell is hollow shot,
with hole to receive fuse or slow
match, and filled with powder, to burst
it at the end Of its range.
Squadr0n.-1wo companies or
troops of Ca airy.
Sub0Itern: "A commissioned officer
below captain.
| Vsdeites. -Sentr es upon outposts,
placed to observe the movements of the
enemy, and to communicate by signal.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

A SUGGEsTloN.-It is not generally known
that in the treasury Of the old Horse
Thief Detecting Association, now defunct in
consequence Of all the thieves joining the re-
bel army, there remains about $50 in cur
rency of the realm. 1t has been suggested by
former member of the association, that as
the money was appropriated to thief-catching
it ought to be made over to the volunteer re-
lief committee, for the support of the INDECENT
families of the men who are now risking their
lives in endeavoring to hunt out the same class
Of chaps who formerly stole cur horses, but
are now engaged in the more villainous pur-
suit oftrying to steal our country.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

The CoLoRs OF THE FIRST REaIMENr-The
colors of the LIST Iowa Regiment, borne by the
gallant Hawkeye soldiers through Missouri
and in the Springfield battle, were yesterday
presented to Adjutant General B'ker by SER
geant J. j. Norton, of company c (Muscatine)
Of the list regiment. 1t now waves from Gen.
Bakers hcadquarters-a handsome silk flag,
but somewhat faded At the same time as
the presentation of this flag, sergeant Sam'l
V. Lambert of the LIST regiment, now in com
pany F, I'd cavalry, presented Gen. Baker
with an ensign's belt, for Carrying standard,
taken from rebel in the Springfield battle.
These gifts were appropriate gifts, and no
doubt are properly appreciated by the receiver,
whose office they now make additionally in
teresting. -Dapenport Gazette.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

AccEPrED-The Home Guards of Musca-
tine have been notified by Gen. Fremont that
they will be accepted as soon as they report
the number ready to go into active service.
This notice was given III response to letter
written by Col. II. Q. Jennison, rendering the
Guards for winters campaign ofthree months
The response declines receiving them for a
shorter period than other volunteers, but says
no restriction will be made in consequence of
age. This acceptance is rather unexpected,
but still many are ready to 60, and doubtless
full company will be organized.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

Tortugas, to which mutineers in the army
have Teen recently sent, is bleak and barren
sand-key in the Gulf of Mexico, abont 100
miles southwest from @ ps Sable 1t is
cheerl' So and uncomfortable, desolated by
simeon and peopled by venomous reptiles =
decidedly one Of the most uncom ortabe
points to which the Government is obliged to
send it's subrrdinates. The mutineers ban
ished to Tortugss do not 90 a. soldiers, hut
As unarned laborers, and will I've compelle,,
to work upon fort,6c tons, much as peniten-
tiary convicts do in quarrles and sand
banks.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

DRIVEN Our--Mr. James Farrier, of Mex
leo, Audrain county, Mo-, passed through here
yesterday afternoon on his way to Wilton,
where he intends locating Mr. F. was oblig-
ed to leave his home in Missouri in cOnse-
quence of the rapidly increasing trouble in
that State. lie reports every one who is able
70 do So to be leaving for the Northern States
as fast as possible. We extend to Mr. Farier
a most cordial welcome to our county, and
hope he will meet with happier experience
than he had in Audrain
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

Position OF THE DOUGLAS DEMOCRACY
W. F. Coolbaugh publishes long address to
the people of Desmoines, giving an account
of the Democratic Convention held at Des-
moines. He still protests against the action
of the convention as unpatriotic and unwise.
He regards Mason as sympathiser with the
jeff Davis clique, and traducer of Douglas !;
and Jairus E. Meals blatant opposition to the
war is not particularly alleviated in his mind
by the said Jairus' former support of the
Abolition nominee for President. Mr.. Cool
baugh proposes to support the Union War
Platform for the present, and hopes to find ali
patriotic democrats with him, in spite of par
ty drill.-Gate City. 49,
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

A KENTUCKY OPINION OF GEN Fremont s
PRocLAMATIoN.-The Louisville Democrat
does not much like Gen. Fremont's procla-
nation, regarding it as unnecessarily severe.
1t says, nevertheless:
1t is part, however, of the fortunes of
war. When the negro property of Union
men is con6scated by secessioaists, we can
expect nothing else than the Generals of the
United States army should feel at liberty to
do the same. 1t does not affect the Union
feelings either one way or the other in this
State. nd is rather regarded as an act to be
expected in war than commended.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

RECEPTION OF THE RETURNED VOLUNTEERS
AT WEST LIBERTy.-Tho meeting at West
Liberty, Friday last, in honor Of the returned
volunteers of the Iowa First, from that place
and vicinity, was quite spirited affair."
Speeches were delivered at the depot building
by Rev. F. W. Evans, of this city, and
Wells Spicer, Esq, Of Upton. The music,
vocal and instrumental, was superb and every
thing passed off pleasantly and satisfactorily.
Eleven of the returned volunteers were pres
ent, for whom three hearty cheers were given
at the close of the exercises.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

The HOME GuARDs.-At the meeting of
the "Home Guards on Saturday, speeches
were made by Mr.. Kincaid and others rela-
tive to enlisting for the war. Several came
forward and subscribed their names to the
roll. We understand that about ninety-fve
have already enlisted This makes three
companies under way in this city, which,
when full, will make eight companies from
our place, six of which are for the war. We
would like to see any of our sister cities beat
this
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

Coon ESDoRsEMENr-Reub Noble, who
was put on the union" ticket for Supreme
Judge, wrote letter to \. j. Steyens, OF Des-
n,oires, some weeks before the convention, in
which (after declining positively to be cand-
date for any Office himself) he recommends
the nomination Of Gov. Kirkwood, and thus
speaks Of him:
believed then and believe now, that it is
due to Gov Kirkwood, that he should finish
the work he has begun. I know personally
that his labors have been arduous-that he
had expended large sums of money upon his
individual credit for the benefit of the State
that no new man could finish the work begun
as we'll as he; for these reasons declined to
oppose him then, and have seen no reason
since to change nv mind.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13
Republicans County Convention.


MuscATINE, Sept. 7-2p.M.
Convention met pursuant to call, and was
organized by the election Of DR.. W. w. Wat
tiers, Of Goshen, as Chairman, and w. G. Evans,
Secretary. A committee of five was appointed
upon credentials, to-wit: G. G. Shipman,
W. G. Woodward, Jos. Crane, I. Davis and
V. Tracy. Committee upon credentials made
the following report:
Your committee to examine credentials
would beg leave to make the following report:
They have examined the credentials from
the following Townships and find them regu-
lar:
ORoNo-A. j. Brockway.
CEDAR-V. Tracy, S. G. Gates.
WAPsINoNoc-A. Gregg, W. @. Evans,
John Marsh, H. NJ. White
SwRETLAND-Isaiah Davis, M. Farnsworth,
John Sparks, S. G. Person
GosHEN-A. Br,omhall, w. w. Waters,
Geo. G. Shipman, G. c. Clark.
WlLroN-J. Miller Smith, William Leverich,
W. A. Bagley, w. D. HOLSTER.
LAKE-Fred. Shelley, B. Rankin, j. Crane
SEVENTY SIx-Thomas Bowlsbey, w. Va.
natta, Samuel Collins.
Moscow-G. W. Humphrey, L. B. Foster
Nathan Leverich
FuLroN-D. circuit, L. Cunningham.
BLooxINGroN-HenryR eece, D. Sterncman
D. Dunsmore. W. A. Brownell, H. H. Garnes
H. H. Wilson, w. G. Woodward, M. Bitter,
John Smith, S. Foster, John Keckler, NJ
Couch, John Heller, R. Conner, L. V. Skin.
kle
The report Of committee accepted. Moved
and carried that the names reported by the
committee on credentials from Townships moi
electing. be admitted as Delegates.
Ordered that roll Of Delegates be called
The Delegations all full except Bennington
H. S. Compton not present-his place was
filed by H. H.Garnes.
Chair appointed Messrs Brownell, Foster
and Gregg as tellers.
Convention proceeded to ballot for Statt
Senator, which on the I'd ballot resulted il
the choice of w. G. Woodward.
On motion, the Convention proceeded t
nominate Representatives by reclamation
which resulted in the nomination of Messrs
NJ. Price and G. G. Shipman.
On motion, proceeded to ballot for County
Judge, which resulted in the choice of j
Carsaddan on Sd ballot
Convention proceeded to nominate Treasure
and Recorder by ballot, which resulted in tn
choice of H. j. Campbell in I'd ballot.
Convention proceeded to nominate candi
date for Sheriff by ballot, and the 4th ballo
resulted in the nomination of H. H. Hine
Convention balloted for County Superin
tendent Common Schools, which resulted il
the nomination of D. H. Goodno
The Convention proceeded to ballot 70
County Surveyor, which resulted in the nom
ination of Frank Dorr on the Sd ballot.
Convention balloted for Coroner, which
resulted in the nomination of l.. Washburn
On motion of Judge Woodward a County
Central Committee of 5 was elected with w
n. Davis, Chairman, and r. Patterson, L
H. Wsshburn, Jos. Crane, H. NJ. White.
The following resolution was adopted:
Resolred. That though we hold our organization, W
do stuck upon old party issues but invite all per
of all parties join in sustaining the government
and in energetic pi osecutiOn Of the until III
STARS and stripes wave over all Federal territory.
Convention adjourned
W. C. EVANS, Sec'y.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

AN ARTISTIC ALLITERATIoN.-As
an altogether admirable ard amusing
attempt at ALTERATION, an anonymous
author astonished al admirers of allit-
erative ability. some seasons since, by
the subjoined singularly succcsfu.
specimen:
SURPRISING sweet. seraphic strains she sings,
Such soul subdpins sounds. SO strangely Soothing
She seems some sanity spirit. sorrow smoothing.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

EDr. Eads, ex-Superintendent of Pub
lie Instruction for this State, is now Colonel
of Union regiment in Missouri. Heis using
his best efforts for the suppression of reb l.
lion. The recent course of DR.. Eads has done
much to relieve him from the odium attached
to his past reputation. Secretary Sells met
him the other day in st. Louis, where the
Doctor was busily engaged in the service of
his regimsnt-Dssssoinss Rsglst<r.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

benefits of regular drill, and we take this
opportunity to again urge the young men of
our city join some organization where they
can receive instruction in the art of handling
arms. A single battle lost in Missouri, and
Iowa might be invaded by the minions of
JEFF Davis. How are we prepared to receive
them? Let US follow the example of our SIS
ter cities, and have good drill two or three
fimes a waak
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

BLOODY Row IN BUFFALo.-Last Sunday
night party of Germans gathered in Hick-
ley's saloon in Buffalo, and becoming very
drunk, soon got into bloody row. A little
butcher named Coats was knocked down by
rowdy named Fleter, and most outrageously
beaten and cut about the body and head. For
time it was thought that Coats would die,
but we understand that he is getting better.
Two of the parties concerned in the row were
arrested and lodged in jail Davenport Dem
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13
Iowa News.

The Cedar Falls Gazette says that COL
Bates of the First Iowa Regiment is cow
ard
The saddles for the First Cavalry are to
be made in Burlington.
The Boonsboro Herald has been discon-
tinued, the editor j. H. Upton, having enlist
ed for the war.
Rockford, Floyd county, has probably
beat any town in the State in sending volun-
teers, considering the population-1s men out
of less than 70 voters.
The Anamosa Eureka says Messrs Wal
worth & Thomas, of that county, are making
arrangements to bring to Iowa one thousand
sheep from Ohio.
Col. Perczel, of Davenport, has been ap-
pointed Colonel of the regiment now organi-
zing at Iowa City. He is Hungarian, and
man of military experience.
Two men were killed by an accident on
the C. I. l. N. R. r., near Wheatland, on the
2sth inst. A bridge was broken by the &C
cident, and all trains stopped three days.
The onion business in Scott County is
played out The crop is light, the Southern
market is shut off, and the onions sell at 8 and
10 cents per bushel.
The 9th regiment of Infantry is differed
as follows: VIM. Vandever, of Dubuque, Col
onel; Jackson J. Wood, of Jackson county,
Lieut. Colonel; VIM. T. Coyle, of Clayton
county, Major. This regiment is nearly full,
and in quarters at Camp Union, Dubuque.
PATRIOTIC Bunker, of Richmond,
Washington county, Iowa, has four sons who
have enlisted in the great army for the Union
and free government.
AN IRISH REG1MENr.-Adj. Gen. Baker has
authorized VIM. T. Dittoe, of Davenport, to
raise an Irish regiment, for which purpose he is
authorized to accept all companies that may
offer.
CAMP FREMONT are now nine COM
panies in camp at Iowa City. When the tenth
company arrives the regiment will be muster
ed into service, Col Perczel, commanding
Major, j. c. Bennett; Adjutant T. Jackson.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

n@-Gen. Butler was serenaded in Wash
ington on Sunday night. and made speech
He gave the whole credit of the capture to
the officers, and was quite severe on those
who have accused the department of remiss.
ness. He asserted that it had worked as
rapidly as it could, and had to contend with
formidable difficulties
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13
DAILY EVENING UNION
And the
WEEKLY UNION.

Tho paper will be under the editorial charge Of
SAM Ell McNUTT, ESQ.,, and will be devoted to the
Union sustaining all patriotic efforts in behalf Of
the Government, and WARNING ONLY v ITH rREA-
SON and its aiders and dbettors. 1t will seek to unite
the conservative oil the State in every work neces
sary aid country in this its dark hour Of trouble,
and to preserve the peace of this hitherto peaceful
State.
We confidently therefore trust that shall in this
arduous undertaking have the active operation of
every Union in the state in giving the journal
wide circulation. No effort will be spared to make
the Daily and Weekly Union first class newspapers,
and they will be enlarged and improved fast their
patronage JUS titles it.
TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION:
Daily Union, payable to the carriers 10 cents per week.
% by mail in advance, $500 per annum.
Weekly Union, invariably in advance, S1,00 per year.
McNUTT, BENNETT co.
s. McNltt G. Bennett,
H. Knowlton, T. W. Summers:des.
TO THE PUBLIC.
Until Mr. McNutt's arrival, Sept 1st) have at the
solicitation of the proprieors agreed take charge Of
the editorial dep. riment of the UNION During this
temporary connection shall endeavor to make the
per what its name implies. Union paper and to cheer
on the patriots of all re. TO the noble work o! wrtst
ing from the hands of those who under the pre-
nse CT Eighth fer Southern rights striking
with bloody and disonored hands at the pillars of the
Constitution. In the Union" newspaper have
pecunary interest, and may therefore urge up all
Union the duty of sustaining this enterprise,
which under the smiles of Providence will, it is hoped
contribute to the preseI walton of the in this
mnnity and throughout State which the design
ing and corrupt have seemingly desired to disturb
J. Il. DORR.
Dubuque, July 31st 1861. -daw2m,
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

# The Rev. John Ufford, Chaplain Of
Col. McDowelrs regiment, was in town Satur-
day. He returned to see Gov. Kirkwood,
on business of the regiment.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

HOne of the good boys of Wisconsin, in
camp at Washington, writes:
We have no fear of another Bull Run, be-
cause we know that Mcclellan will make no
such bull, and it he should, our boys will
make no such rum -
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

FOur thanks are due John o. Beham,
formerly typo in this office, for full filss of
California papers, sent from his present
abode, Stockton, Cal.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

RuNAwAY.-Mr. Sinnett's horse broke loose
from q hitching post at the Court House
square, Saturday, and ran off, smashing his
carriage to pieces.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

RlGur TO THE PolNr.-Judge Petit, of In
diana, has wiped out the ID. D." which was
fixed to his name forever. He made speech
in Lata yette, Indiana, few days ago, in which
he said:
lie could see no other or better plan now,
in the condition of our public affairs, than for
every man whose business and situation would
permit, to enlist in the army Of the United
States
That cleans Pettits record up to date,
though his sins may have been as scarlet.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

~We understand that thr ough some in
formalities in the payroll, the two companies
A and G, from this place, in the First Regi-
ment did not get their full pay by the amount
of some eight dollars.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

HONE GuARDs!-The "Home Guards" Of
this city and vicinity are requested to turn
out with their ranks full this afternoon, as
business of importance is to be transacted.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

SAD.-O. Fording, who is announced as one
of the killed by the disaster on the Hannibal
and St. Joseph Railroad, leaves wife and
five or six children At West Liberty, in this
county, who were dependent on him for sup
port. He was one of the squad with Barklay
Ooppoc to join Montgomery's Kansas regi-
ment. 1t is feared that Coppoc and all his
men, some five or six in number, are among
the kiled-D0iIy, 9th.
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13
ALLEN BROOMHALL.

A TTORNEY COU >SELLOR AT LAW, JUSTICE
n of the Peace snr Notary Public, Ataissa, Musca-
tine county Iowa Will practice in the District Courts
of Muscatine Scott Cedar Louisa, Washington and
tions. lJan. u, ~.
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TO THE UNION MEN OF IOWA.

having been determined by the friends of the Union
as it made by the Fathers of the American Re-
public to establish Democratic journal in this city to
aid in the patriotic of sustaining the Ferera Gov
in its present giant strr ggle with Treason and
beon. the undersigned will before she 18th day
of August 1861 commence in this city the publication
oT
Muscatine weekly journal. [volume] (Muscatine, Iowa) 185?-1890, 1861-09-13

"BAsHAw VICTORIOUS" - Such was the
brief announcement Of another victory won
by this celebrated horse at the Ottawa (Ill.)
Horse Show. He took the one hundred dol
lar prize for the best trotting stallion, offered
at the above show. Time-2:4S and $50.