Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1862-07-11
TRIppTE OF RRsPRcT.

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Tribute of Respect to The Memory of Cor
1 PoraL Friend 2. BItson, deceased, of Co.
I, t25ih, Ohio Regiment, tVto Jsu l0hile
hoblg Uihdicating his GountTy's Honor on
the Battlefield Of Cross Keys.
The gallant aud meritorions conduct Of
our deceased friend as a soldier, gentle
manly department as n citizen, and his
tried and devoted patriotism, at all times
and under all circumstances, justly merits
this slight tribute of respect, which his
beloved memory recalls to our saddened
hearts.
1t is said to be too common fault,
painting the virtues of our noble dead in
too strong colors but in this the canvass
reflects butn few of his many virtues, and
in hue less mournful than the sad coun-
tenances and fearful eyes of his comrades.
The greatness of his nature had ten
dency to lift his thoughts above the ordi-
nary aud narrow circuits of common life.
tInstead ofdwelling upon the petty details
of daily life, and pursuing the narrow aud
| vulgar pleasures or passions, this young,
brave and heroic patriot dwelt alone upon
such subjects, and looked With favor only
upon such measures as were best calcula-
ted to promote tue interests of great ma
tiou. He was n model young man in every
relation of life, and his habits worthy of
the closest imitation. The whole of his
such character as to refine, elevate and
encourage.
During the din Of conflict, Col. Richard
son came along the line cheering the boys,
telling them to stand up and fight, that he
would share mutually their dangers and
honors. F. caught the inspiration, and
suid he came to fight for his country, and
that he was going to stand up aud ifhis life
was required, the sacrifice was ready.
] am informed by Sergeant Allen, who
| heard his words and watched the changing
of his couutenance, that he did not soy
this with "a stoicaI Indifference, or with
blanched cheek, but that his flushed cheek
and flashing eye showed the promptings of
n patriotic heart.
During the darkest hour of tue mighty
were falling like leaves of Autumn, there
appeared from the traitors side that hated
emblem of infumy, the rebel ensign. F.,
with patriotic Indignation, rushed forward
with rifle in hand, to cut down the sup
planter of his own honoredun loved ban
ner, andIwas with difficulty called back
from certain death-which was soon TO
follow. st9ss
When in line of battle, f. stood uobly
up. The enemy were in q covert of wood,
| We in the openfied. Every volley thinned
our ranks fearfully. Aleaden shaft pierced
his noble brow. He had just:discharged his
piece and turned with a smile to his COM
rades TO reload when he fell-the same
smile resting on his lips, when tue earth
hid IRON mortal view. Norwas his an un-
desirable death. If a soldier be ready, aud
if he be in the habit oflooking upon death
j oh -6Ofck OF n ~ ho wei
comed5as blessing. Above all, soldier
eau have no more bpnutiful ending of his
life, than to fight gallantly until the last
moment, and then die at his post. Gener-
ations yet unborn shall perpetuate the
memory of such heroes.
1 Death on the field of mortal strffs IS 4
Gives glory to n heroes life.
The funeral scene was more solemn than
any words can depict. The mutterings of
the distant cannon tolled the funeral OF. the
dying soldier. Under the shadow of an
apple tree, in beautiful meadow, was an
| open grave and rude pine coffin, around
these stood his companions, at the head of
this group stood Captain Askew, every
cheek was bathed iu tears. An able and
teryant prayer was offered up by one oft
young men, and the procession marched
slowly away.
"A rough stone marks the grave of the
dutirul son, the exemplary gentleman. the
early volunteer the brave soldier and the
pure patriot.
''The fallen brayel they need no asCuPtnred atone
+ To laud their fame throughout this nation wide,
4 Enshrined in loyal hearts, their decide alone,
\ Shall be Columbin's boast, Oolumbfa's pride
Though so6thern Winds their solemn requisms sigh,
And southern, stars watch DER their lonely graves
Their souls have Joined the armies up on high IL
With Christ who giyeth victory to the brave"
LIEUT.. II, II. MoSLET,
25th Regt. Ohio Infantry Vol.
Tucker county and the GaerrllIas.