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Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09
Mastering of the Negroes into
the Rebel Army.

The Petersburg (Va.) Express of April
26th gives an account of the mastering of
one hundred negroes into service, and their
departure for Norfolk:
At an early hour the negroe soldiers
came together to receive provisions, blank
cts, shoes, d., A dense crowd Of negroes,
friends of the company gathered around.
At IL O'Clock the company was addressed
by Messrs. Dodson and Fem, the latter
presenting a flag Of the Confederate States,
a gift from the ladies, "as token of ap,
probation of the generous efforts they were
about to make to achisue successful de-
fence of Virginia soil and principles.
Charles Tinsley, one Of their number,
stepped forward to receive the flag, and in
reply id:-"We are willing to aid Vir-
ginia's cause to the utmost extent of our
ability. We do not feel that it is right
for US 10 remain here idle, when white gen.
tlemen are engaged IN the performance Of
work at Norfolk, that is more suitable to
our hands, and which is our duty to relieve
them. There is not an unwilling heart
among us, not hand but will tell in the
work before; and we promise unhesitatiug
obedience to all orders that may be given
u.s." In referring to the flag, be said-"I
could feel no greater pride, no more genu-
inc qualification, than to be able to plant
it first upon the remaining parts offortress
Monroe"
This was truly patriotic speech, coming
from the source it did, and was received
with a general outburst of cheering and ap-
plause.
The men were then marched down Syc-
amore street, to the tune of ''Dixie," to the
depot, achere in the presence O an immense
erowd Of dorkies, they took their depart
ure. They numbered just one hnndred.
Much feeling was shown, and many af-
fecting scenes were witnessed between the
friends at the parting.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

Washington city is now considered safe,
and many families that fled from it few weeks
ago, are returning. The fact that we have a
Government is becoming apparent. even TO
traitors in ihe South, and its awful form 10
shutting up the mouths Of traitors in the North.
Its step from the first has been onward. There
viii be no retreat; no eompromise; no peaee, till
the traitors surrender to the power they have
de6ed, and worship the flag they have stained.
If Baltimore resists, she will feel retaliation
more fearful than any in history. If she sub
mits, she viii be forgiven. But our troops must
pass through. There must be an opening way
for the people to their own temple-to their own
capital. Maryland will not be allowed to go
out of the Union. If her Union men do not
keep her in, the Government siH. There has
been enough tampering with traitors. We
must now look to our dearest rights and inter-
ests. To save them. all else must give way. If
Mr.. LINCOLN desired to pause. he could not
The question must be settled. The doubt must
be solved. The cry now is, The Government Of
our fathers; the unity of all the States of the Con-
fcdzacy under the Conaaaion Of the Uaited
States.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09
First SPeCie.. Then Shinplas.
terS.. Then Niggers.

A letter to merchant of Philadelphis
from friend in Charleston, dated April
25th, says:
We are getting to be in bad way for
food. Our fighting men seem to have over.
looked the fact that nearly all we eat has
heretofore been received from the North.
Butter, cheese, lard, bacon, ham, fish, dried
fruits, potatoes, &c. The war has stop
ped our supply. The troops will soon gob-
bic up what little is on hand, and what
then? II is no joke. Butter retails at
sixty cents pound, and is neither plenty
nor good. Fresh meats are from TWEEN
ty-fve to thirty-ive cents = pound-all
sorts, from the tender calf to the vener-
able bull. Short crops will follow the war
fever. While Massa loafs about the city
or plays soldier on the Island, Sambo don't
go to work Of his own accord on the plan
tation. Look out for real distress hero
next winter.
The screws being applied to the banks,
a considerable portion of the loan" was
freely taken." Hurrahl The first install
ment will about use up the specie on hand,
and the second will have to be paid in shin
plasters; the third in niggers, probably, and
so forth.
Pity us; we are in bad way. Dc not
believe what our papers say, for they have
long since ceased to tell the truth.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

u The South are beginning to cry out "let
us alone" They will be, and severely too, but
not until after there is settlement between it
and the North. The South has been running up
long account with the North and it must be
attended to. They have stolen our bonds and
pocketed our money, seized our arsenals and ta-
ken possession of our forts, killed our citizen
and robbed our mails, eonfscated our vessels
and insulted our flag, and threatened to attack
our Capital and hang our President. And in
the opinion Of the people of the North, that is
quite enough. There must be settlement
now, and an understanding as TO how they are
TO behave themselves in the future.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

During the confagration of Canton,
caused by the bombardment of the British.
the extensive medical warehouse of our
countryman, Dr.. J. G. Aver, of Lowell,
(the depot Of his Cherry Pectoral and Ca /.
thartic Pills, for Chins) was totally destroy
ed. He now makes demand upon our
dovernme mt for indemnity from the loss
OF his property, and hence will grow anoth-
81. nut to crack with our elder brother John
ny. Stick to it Doctor; and if our Govern
ment maintains our rights wherever your
Pills are sold, we shall only be unprotect-
cd on tracts that are very barren. Reform
Or, Trenton, WI
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

ELECTION OF OFFICERS 10TH REGrxESr.-The
election of officers of the 18th regiment came
off yesterday, and resulted as follows: Co.ond.
James s. Irvine; Lieutenant Colonel, john S.
Fulton; Major, G. W. Baily. To give an idea Of
the unanimity of feeling among the soldiers of
the different companies, it is sufficient to state
that there was no opposition. the above named
gentleman having received unanimous vote.
Weare personally acquainted with Col. Irvine.
He was captain of a company of volunteers who
did gallant service in the Mexican war, and we
Aave no doubt but that the Colonel will lead
his regiment to victory, and win himself be in
the the thickest and hottest of the fight. Lieut..
Col. Fulton and Maj Bailey are gentlemen whose
manly bearing and soldier-like appearance COM
mand the respect and admiration of their 1egi
ment.-Coh,ma6us Journal, May 5th.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09
A Singular City.

A dag or two after the attack on Fort
Sumter, it was reported that a man who
had appeared in one of the streets of Bal
timore city with Secession ccckade on his
hat, was driven from the street by mob,
and the opinion became widespread that
Baltimore city was a thorough Union city.
When the Massachusetts regiment passed
through it on their way to protect Wash
ington city, they were attacked BY a mob,
and straightway the city became revolution
lied into disunion city. The news now
is, that the city has undergone another
change, aud that the Union men have
things their own way. How long will this
desirable condition. of things continued
Will it continue so only until another de-
tachment of troops friendly to the Federal
Government shall undertake to pass thro'i
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

Ao'at -.-.-----. -----...lT
Captain Dodd, Butler county, with q
company of 100 rank and file, left to-day
for camp Hamilton, TO make up a regiment
now being formed at that place.
The number of volunteers who left
Camp jackson yesterday is 1924.
Among the companies who were ORDER
ed 10 march yesterday, we noticed in par.
ticular, the company from Wooster, the
"Given Guards" commanded by Capt.
McMillen, who was soldier in the Mexi-
can war-Mr. Sphinx being Lieutenant of
the company. This is fine company of
men, and when they left the depot yester-
day, they all declared that they were in for
the war, whether it lasted one month or
ten years. Success to the "Given, Guards. /"
We happen to know what kind of mater-
al 1t contains, and We will vouch for eff
cheney in the hour of trial. 4i
We were atthe depot when the Fourth
Regiment started South. There were 26
cars filled with soldiers, which were hauled
by the strong and substantial locomoti yes
R. r. Springer, and Gov. Morrow. The
boys all left for camp Dennison, and we
hope they may fare as well there as they
have at camp Jackson.
We will volunteer little advice for the
benefit of the Volunteers now being mus
tered into service. You have, at Camp
jackson, better fare by 100 per cent, than
you will get when mustered into the regular
seryice-prepare yourselves for it, and quit
your grumbling about your usage at this
place, where you get fresh beef, corned
beef, nice hams, good potatoes, cooked
fruit, fresh bread, good coffee with sugar
milk, butter, vinegar, beans molasses mus
tard, DC. DC, Let US politely inform you,
that YOU now live in clover, compared to
what is in store for you. We do not vol
unteer to eat and drink but to fight for
the flag of the Union, and we hope that
all our volunteers will cease their complaints
about grub, and prepare for the struggle
that is before them.
Capt. James McNulty, of Holmes coun-
y, arrived yesterday with ninety-seven
aole,ood,ed men, eager to engage in main.
tanning the rights Of the old Union. He
served with distinguished honor in the war
with Mexico, and will do noble service in
the coming struggle Columbus Journal
May 3d..
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09
For the Republican.
The Holmes County Boys.
CAMP JACKSON, May 6, 1861.

FRIEND CAsKEY,
Thinking you would like to
know how the "Holmes County Boys" are
getting along, send you to-day few lines
to give you that information. Weare en-
joying ourselves hugely. Our "grub" is
tolerably good, in fact a good deal better
than we expected before coming here
Our lodging is as "downy" as straw can
make it, and in every respect we are as well
off as we could expect to be in camp. The
non-commissioned officers in our company
have been appointed, and are as follows:
lst Sergeant, VIM. Ross, I'd, R. w. Tan
neyhill; Corporals, VIM. Koch and VIM.
Irvine. We have been placed in the 10th
Regiment, company G. Our regimental
Col. is Capt. James Irvine, of Coshocton.
He had no opposition, and we all have
great confidence in his cleverness, ability
and courage. The "Boys" request you to
return thanks to the Ladies of Millersburg
for the provisions sent US. 1t was kind
and thoughtful in them. Capt. McNuIty
and all the "Boys" unite in sending their
respects, to you and all the friends in Mil
lersburg. Yours,
E. pOBBS.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09
MIR. Douglas at Home.

Senator Douglas reached Chicago on the
evening Of Wednesday May /, and was re.
eeived by the outpouring Of the whole peo-
pie, and escorted to the great Republican
Wigwam that it was called, but National
Hall it is now named. He was welcomed
BY Mr.. Bryant, and Mr.. Douglas replied,
among other things, saying:
"What excuse can the disunionists give
for breaking up the best Government the
sun ever shed its light upon? They are
dissatisfied with the result of the last Pres
idential election. Were they never beaten
befores Are we to tolerate the idea that
the defeated party is to resort to the sword
| understand it to be fundamental pr:n
ciple and constitutional right that the
voice of the people must command obedi-
ence. They assume that in the election Of
a party candidate their rights are not safe
What evidence have we of it?
l defy any man to show a fact which
they can complain of. What one act has
been omitted which they can complain of?
proclaim that so far as the rights of the
South are concerned the rights ofslavehol-
ders-no act has been comited of which they
can complain. There has never been the
day since the hour of Washington's inaug-
uration down to this moment, when the
rights OF the South have ever stood frmer
under the laws of the land. There never
was the time when they had not quite as
good cause for disunion as now. What
specific act can they assign from the days
Of Washington TO this moment?
II
s The greater the unauimity the less the
loss OF life and property, and the soper the
establishment of peace. l am aware that
we have some prejudice to encounter, but
that dose not surprise me. 1t is but few
short months since we passed through a
stormy election, and it takes some little
time to drive out the'party contentious and
substitute patriotism ;and yet be who would
not sacrifice political differences does not
deserve the support of his country. How
then are we to present a united front p
Cease to discuss. cease to criminate and re-
criminate. Indulge in no taunts as to who
caused the trouble, but unite maufully now
and when the flag waves over every inch
of our country, argue the point of author
ship
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09
Fort Pickens.

The Pensacola correspondent of the
Charleston Mercury writes as follows:
There are now between six and seven
thousand troops here. We shall have 4
long seige probably of six months duration.
The enemy have the advantage of us.--
fhey have more guns, and the advantage
Of position. They have command of the
sea, and can reinforce and supply them
selves without hindrance. We are in .
barren country, without railroad or water
communication. It will be very laborious
and expensive to feed the army thus cir
cumstanced.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09
THE WAR NEWS.

The twenty days given the Rebels in the
South. by Mr.. LINCOLN, in which to lay down
their arms and return to their allegiance to the
Government, having expired, active prepara-
tions are making to enforce the laws against
them. United States troops have taken pos
session of Baltimore. Annapolis. Havere de
Grace and the different lines of Railroad and
water communication leading to these places.
Troops viii in a few days be marched to Har-
per's Ferry. Norfolk, and other points, and as
fast as possible the Government will re-possess
tbeF Federal property seized by the Southern
traitors. Stirring times and exciting news may
be anticipated.
They have already had negro insurrection
on small scale in South Carolina. About a
dozen negroes were hung. This is only the
beginning of such work.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09
At Cairo.

A letter to the Chicago Tribune, dated
May 4th says there were 5000 troops at
Cairo, all in good spirits and with but lit
tie sickness, But few steamers are now
passing, and it is supposed that goods for
the South from st. Louis and above are
unloaded above Cairo and taken through
Missouri to points below and reshipped.-
A man who came up from Columbus, KY,
at Cairo that he could only find
about three hundred aud fifty soldiers
there.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

tTT The course of Mr.. DOUGLAS since the wal
commenced has been that Of true patriot. He
forgets former prejudices against the party now
in power-forgets that that party recently de-
feated him at the ballot-box. but gallantly and
promptly takes the stump in behalf of his coun-
try, telling his hearers that it is their duty one
and all TO rally tothe defence Of their flag that
"he who would not sacrifice political differ
ences at this time does not deserve the support
of his country.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09
Fears Of Slave Insurrections.

A gentleman who has been sojourning
in Georgia and South Carolina, and just
returned to New York, informs the Courier
and Enquirer as follows:
Whatever may be the reports that reach
us from the South in regard to great man.
ifestations of love for their masters made
by the slaves, and no matter what the rep
reservations of the press, our informant
states that beyond all question the South
crners fear, above all things, rising Of the
slave population, and regard it as a prob
ability. Every precaution is being taken
to anticipate it, the supply farms left with
residents for TINT purpose being as great as
that which is scarried of by those who enlist.
There is no doubt that, as the war advances
the least advantage gained by the North
erners will be the signal fot the uprising
Of the blacks. They feel it and appreciate
it at the South, and the idea but makes
them more desperate.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

t~ To the friends of those who hare gone
abroad from this county to fight the battles of
their country, we would say that we will send
the Republican to any address four months for
SO cts, to be paid in advance. To these soldiers.
nothing-unless it be letter from home-would
be more welcome than this weekly visitor, in
forming them how things are moving along at
home.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09
EEF From nearly all parts Of Keutuck

RFrom nearly all parts Of Kentucky
we heard the most cheering accounts of the
progress of the Union cause. Almost ev-
erywhere men are abandoning the disunion
party. Many even Of those who but very
recently were among the most Jealous Of
the disunionists say that the idea Of Ken
tuckys seeding at present is not to be
thought of for a moment.-Lowisv;lle Jour.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09
~ Reports say that soldiers are fast deser

w Reports say that soldiers are fast desert
ing the Southern army. and that they are poor
ly clad and poorly fed. But you don't know
what to believe nowadays, and these stories
may not be true. We have no doubt. however,
but that large number of these troops have
been impressed into the service and will desert
the first chance they get.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

The Ohio troops quartered at Lancaster
report that they are treat ed like princes.
They are made at home in the best house,
of the city. The ladies are zeaIou.ly sew
ing for them. Their washing is done free
Of charge. The people are unwearied in
their attentions. The boys are impatient
to be of on che march TO Dixie's land.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

eEThe capacity of some of the Southern
journals for lying is only equalled by that of a
few in the North that sympathise with the
South, but dare not openly avow it. They mag
nifty everything they publish SO as to make it
reflect as muc has possible against the North.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09
~A fellow came TO M;ller.buro !. few dav.

wA fellow came to Millersburg few days
since and wanted to rent a room, to start, as he
said. an entire "new business" in the town.
An entire new business in Millersburg. What
could it be? Powder making? No. Manufac-
ture of Wooden Hams? No. What then? He
'ocnsed to start a Grocery. The sell was nc
knowiedged, but the gentleman owning the
room pould not rent it for such purpose.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

EThe New Orleans Picayuns acknowl-
edges the receipt of copy of the "Jeff.
Davis Grand March," for the piano.
If We are not greatly mistaken, that
Rogue's march will not be very piano.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

sB Erie county turns out regiment of men.
Sandusky city alone has sent forward five COM
panies. Did you ever hear of the like in your
lives?
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

eBThe Frost on Wednesday night last, was
severe enough to kilfthe fruit. We can hear of
but one opinion from all parts of the county,
that is. that the fruit is all killed. The cur-
rants and goosberries seem to have shared the
late of the Apples and Peaches. From the
ineagre reports from other portions of the State
" we are OF the impression that there will be lit
ue, II any, fruit grown in Ohio this summer.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

The SEcEDED STATEs.-North Carolina
Virginia, & Arkansas, from all Indications
have seeded from the Union, and will pro.
claim themselves formally out within a
month. This increases the number of Sc
ceded States to ten,
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09
In round numbers .35 600
REGIMENTS REPORTED READY FOR

The above estimates are made up from
New York and other papers in round num-
bers. 1t will be noticed that eleven first
class ocean steamships are now transpor-
ting troops, stores, &c, from New York 10
Washington.
We notice some errors in the above
Two thousand of the Ohio troops are now
in camp near Lancaster, Pa. The balance
of the thirteen Ohio regiments are organ
lied and camp in this State. They are all
anxious to go where the fighting is to be
done, ane We doubt not will give good
account of themselves should thew be call
ed into active service.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

OLD AsHTABULA. - Ashtablula county has
turned out five companies of one hundred each.
One of them is commanded by Methodist
Minister, the Rev. R. W. CRANE
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

tE Ohio will have 1000 of her sons in the
field in few weeks. Half as many more have
been offered and rejected. Well done, Buck
ewes,
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

CAMP JAcKsoN.-The following compo-
sing the Fourth Regiment, o. V. NJ, COM
manded by Col. Andrews, formerly Presi-
dent of Kenyon College, were ordered,
and departed Yesterday to Camp Dennison,
near Love,and:
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09
Total, three free States 3,5ll
Total, free fifteen slave States. 8, ,osO, 400
853,O2l

The remaining sixteen free e
States have population Of 9,77l,1os
A view of this numerical disparity of
numbers, and of the entire unamanimity of
the people of the free States, and the alac-
Tity with which they rally now that "the
hour has come" enc would think was not
calculated to encourage secessionists. The
disparity of the pecuniary resources Of the
South, whether for brief or a prolonged
struggle, is even greater than that of the
population.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

Eg iAoAAs FRANCIS MEAeHER, the most pop
uiaf iiisnmah In the United States, and whose
very name Is tower of strength. is organizing
a regiment In New York to fight the bapditti of
JEFF DAVIS
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09
A, Captain Irvine, Knox County, 10
Total.

In addition to the above, the following
companies were ordered TO Camp Ander-
son, at Lancaster Ohio, and departed yes
terday.
D-Capt. Acton, Madison County .95
Capt. Haynes, "-.--s2
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio) 1856-1865, 1861-05-09

wThe Maryland Legislature has refused ,o
pass the secession ordinance.