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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23
Published by Request.
Death Of Joseph Pryor.
CAMP OPPOSITE FREDERICKS 3 URG, VA.
July 7th, 1862.

July 9TH, 1852.
Rev. JAMES T. Pryor,
Fenmmore, Wisconsin,
Dtar ,Sir..-4he painful duty is en-
Joined Upon me to announce to you that
your son, Joseph Pryor, departed this life
on yesterday at twenty minutes past 3
o'clock, p M, aged Is years and 10
months. Several minutes before the ter.
mination of bis existence, he became easy
and passed away without a struggle, but
was unconscious. After his death he look
ed almost as natural as when living, as he
was sick but few days and but little re-
duced in flesh. The Chaplain of the 10Th
Indiana Volunteers, officiated at bis burial,
Gas our Chaplain resigned some time ago, J
which took place at sunset on yesterday
evening, with military honors-as follows
The Regimental Field music in front,
with muffed drums, playing an appropri-
ate air; next, eight men rank and file with
arms reversed; next, ambulance with de-
ceased; next, six pall-bearers; next, the
company in two ranks, without arms, and
lastly, the Chaplain. On arriving at the
grave, the eight men selected from bis
comrades, presented arms to their late
brother soldier then rest on arms (which
is done by placing the muzzle of the gun
upon the left toe, both hands on the breech
and head bowed on hands,) while the fll-
neral service was being performed; they
then shouldered arms, loaded and fired
three yolleys over the grave, meaning peace
to bis ashes, peace to his soul and spread
wide his fame; then returned with heavy
hearts to our encampment.
He is buried in the Falmouth buryino
ground, on the banks of tina Rappahan-
mock river We marked his resting place
With two boards, one at his head, marked
thus: -. Pryor, Co. H, 18th Reg, w.
v, died July 6. 1862" the other, at his
feet, marked -. p"
The circumstances which called US to-
gether; the various scenes through which
we have passed; the willingness with which
he has always done his duty; the cool
bravery and anxiety he manifested, for one
OF his years, to meet the enemies of his
country on the morning Of tie 10th of
March last, when we received the order
"March on Centerville, at o'clock and 80
minutes, a. m, and fully expected to fight
the most terrible and bloody battle Of mod
ern times. | told him be had better stay
as one of the camp guards; when he re-
quested me with tears in his eyes, SO great
was his anxiety, to let him 60 along, and
urged until | told him he could 90; such
considerations bind us together with ties
which soldiers only can realize, never to be
ettaced, while memory retains her seat. As
we may march any hour, bis resting place
shall be engrasen on my mind, and in TAX
ing the last look, with heart full of emo
ton. | Can but say, Brother Soldier, Rest
thy warfare's over" Farewell to thee
and thy narrow home, where the sound Of
wars deadly blast cannot reach thee. May
God bless thy soul---farewel.
| remain yours very truly,
MARK FINNIouM, Captain,
Co. Ii, 7th Reg, w. v.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23
Winter Wheat.

Over in Iowa there is neighborhood
Of farmers long noted for being successful
in raising winter wheat, so much so that
they have attracted attention from abroad
the widest attention this year. Their
secret is found to be simple, nothing more
than sowing their seed toIefably early in
the fall with a sufficient quantity Of oats
to cover the ground and protect the wheat
through the winter and spring. Some
recommend that the oates be first sowed
and narrowed in, and that the wheat be
afterwards put ia with drill. The oats
wither 1T the first frost, fall and lie upon
the ground, forming light mattress but
sufficient to prevent the killing effects of
freezing and wind, The method cannot
tail, as will be seen at once. The facts
that the chinch bug and other casualties
Lave made this country almost failure
for spring wheat, The bug being late
crop as well as spring wheat, farmers must
see to proper remedies, even to the total
abandoning of spring wheat. If winter
wheat can be made a successful crop by
the Iowa method Of which we entertain
not doubt, then the chinch bugs must
fail for they are an earlier crop. Let every
farmer make the experiment, which prom
ises in all reason to be a..certain success.
Let arrangements be made Immediately
for procuring winter wheat seed. Let five,
ten or twenty farmers join and send one
Of their member to buy seed.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

The NAPoLEoNIc PLAN. - Napoleon
made France incur but little debt for bis
wars waged on a gigantic scale. France
furnished the men, the enemy the money
and the conquering armies lived OIL tno
countries into which they entered. FROM
the indications in the Presidents message
to Congress in relation to the Contiscallon
bill, we Judge that old Abe is Of The opl1.
ion that the time has come for his Az
minstration to make var on the Napoleonlc,
plan. That is the opinion Of all loy@
men, SO let ths blS%s. tall
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

LEI Westteld has come up noby to the
mark. On Friday one half Of her quota, Of
rs men was enlisted, and the remainder
will easily be obtained. A bounty ofslO0
in addition to the regular State and FEEDER
al bounty, viii be given TO each volunteer
and to pay thls lnunificent sum, $4,000 hS
already been raised by private subscrP
ton. A later report is that Westiield nas
raised her entire quota Of volunteers, ana
$500 for bounties. Westfeld leads Oh
Nine cheers and tiger for Westheld.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

RECRUITING FOR THE TWENTY Firth
REG1MENT.-H. d. Farquharson, OF Lam
caster, L. S. Mason o. Cassyille and q. 5.
Swan of Potosi are canyasslng energetical-
" for volunteers for the Twenty Fifth Reg
irnent, and hope to raise company as
soon as possible. These gentlemen are all
well and fayorably known through the
County and cannot fail to be acceptable
for officers over persons volunteering IN
their company. They Will idle no time
and stop at no expense till the company is
full, and ready to enter the service. These
men are in earnest and will be glad to re-
ceiye the help Of all earnest patriots in
raising a company.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23
WASHINGTON. III

Several Senators, headed by MIR. Trum-
bull called on the President and full cabinet
to-day, and made formal address, indors-
ing the supposed coming change in the
war policy Of the Administration, that
troops are to subsist on the enemy; that bis
property is to be taken, his slaves to be
used, and vigorous movement to be made
forward. In reply ample assurance was
made that all this will be carried out.
There is to be a meeting Of all the Gen-
erals now here, for the consideration Of the
confscation bill. It's features are to be ex-
planned. and those who opposed to acting
then part under its requirments will have
their designations accepted.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23
to prevent all conflict of jurisdiction and
iealousies, whatever.
Cana Race. JulY ne.

cape ItiiCe, july To-
The North Americans from Liverpool
10th, via Londonderry 18th, passed this
point at IL O'clock this morning for Que
bee, with two days later news than by the
Nova Scotia.
The Bavaria, from New York, arrived
at Southampton on the 10th inst.
The news of the series Of battles fought
before Richmond excited the greatest at
tentiop, and it was thought it We i result
in prolonging the war.
Breadstuas had an upward tendency,
and provisions were dull.
Consols for 924 and 92g for money.
American stocks quiet.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23
Milwaukee, July 10.

A large meeting of citiz ms was held
last night to devise means to encourage
enIistments in this district. Resolutions
we're drafted and speeches made by prom.
inent Democrats aud Republicans in favor
of arming and using the loyal blocks in
whatever capacity may be deemed ex-
pedent.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

EE- A terrible encounter took piaC9 Z
Lynn, England, betm cen a bull aiid S' ;,b
lion, III which both animals fought WIN
the greatest ferocity. The bull at ley h.
became victorious. The horse was ~ ~
fully acerated, and dropped down IL '
field dead before il Yielded.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

gg Capt. Whitman, recruiting officer
for the Twentieth Regiment took with
him from Platteyille, on Monday Of last
week, fourteen volunteers for his company.
These make 1,477 volunteers that have
left this county for the war, including those
serving III companies entirely formed Of res
idents and those serving in companies
formed without the county in adjoining
cour les and States. Very near iwenti-
eth part Of the entire population Of Grant
have already volunteered for the war, or
about three-fouuhs Of man for each
square mile Grant may yet have to part
with three to four full companies, besides
aiding companies to reformed in adjoining
counties and States.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23
Memphis. July II, Via Cairo, Is.

Gen. Curtis army is reported much
stronger than at first supposed. 1t is not
supposed any very important movement
will be made until the men have short
rest and chance TO recuperare. They
have plenty TO eat now. The stories re-
garding their being naked and barefooted
are all humbug.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23
Snrinntield. Ill.. July Is.

The prospects for the prompt formation
Of the new regiments from Illinois are most
flattering. Already upwards of hundred
companies have been rendered TO the de-
partment here. Seven companies have
already arrived at Camp Butler under the
last call.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23
- 4 nannblet conv &c The Gova,

Gg-A pamphlet copy Of the Govern
ment tax law is received from the Tribune
Office, N. Z, price 6 cents per copy or
five copies for % cents, postage paid.
Very soon copy can't be found, SO that
it is best to send nov for one or II ore cop
les, and then you can see what your taxes
will be.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23
Gg- A scarcity Of silver change must

IL a SCARCELY q slIVOT V1s41'5
be noticed as one Of the latest inconvenien-
css and cause of loss to dealers. A
resort to shinplasters would drive out Of
circulation what remains and provide but a
temporary relief, to be followed By more
aggravated condition Of things. Con-
gress has provided that postage stamps be
legal tender for sums below $500; this
will bring stamps into use for change, but
the relief can but aggrayate affairs in the
end. Better, we think, have let things
run and howl.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

EE- Judge A. D. Smith, VIM. D. Wor-
thipg and old Rev. DIR. w. Il. Brisbane,
all Of Wisconsin, have been appointed to
collect the Federal taxes in South Carolina,
the latter formerly a resident Of that State
but exiled for his political opinions
They RAY have a warm reception.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23
WASHINGTON. ,Jnlv /

The recently published order Of Gen.
Pope are highly popular with military
men, as well as civilians, and their execu-
ton will remove much complaint on the
part of the soldiers.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

re- Gov. Burton Of Delaware mas ,Sa
quested to have his Hame attached y q
memorial Of governors Of loyal StaIS' for
the president, requesting him to eau lIl; \
additional troops 70 suppress the. reOsD"
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

sgThe war meeting il n. \. City On
The 18th was attended By At least $4,000
persons, and the enthusiasm everywhere
East is equal to what it was Just after The
hll Of Fct Sumpter,
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

a runlor in Richmond says president
Davis has demanded the surrender Of
Butler for hanging Munford. If he re-
fused be will hang one of the captured
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

EE- The Breckenridge Democrats y. y
California have abandoned their organic
ton. In view Of the fact that ia,S
share Of the leaders, and many OF the iS .,,s
and file are in the rebel army, the vl'' INV
Of the fact is not very striking. Ihe| ~@
renew it in tho q. 5. A.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23
ANOTHER BR1rIsH STEAMER CAPTURE

ANOTHER BRITIsH STEAMER CAPTuRSD
THE capture Of the British steamer
f.nn by the blockading squadron, dlrecuy
under the rebel guns Of Fort is Morg D. !
clever affair. The steamer had a cargo q
arms and munitions, which she 1ttemPIcu
to land under the protection Of the l'i y.
Her crew escaped, after fatile attempt
sink the steamer.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

re- A man from some .Jeeernogue
part Of Illinois has been hunting farm in
this county. He was in the town Of Lib
erty last week, in company with host Of
patronising friends, and was last seen about
Beelown in company with larger swarm
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

EE Col. FairchiId, an ole citizen of
Madison, died Of paralysis, July 10Th, aged
go. He was the first State Treasurer of
Wisconsin.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

E The Third Congressional Distreti is
composed Of Crawford, Grant, Green, La
Fayette, Iowa, Richland and Sank coun-
ties. Boscobel is the most convenient
place in the District for the conventions to
nominate candidates. The place is well
provided with Hotels, rooms for meeting
and other good things.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

re- Capt. Gibson, I'd Wis. VOL, Com
pany c., stationed at Fredericks burg, has
our thanks for a package Of rebel free
passes over several Of the @. S. A. Rail-
roads, captured from the Fredericksburg
secesb. They are signed by the rebel Off
GERS and payable by the c. S. A.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

Ez- Senator Doolittle viii, without
much doubt, be appointed Judge of the
new Judicial Circuit for Illinois, Michigan
and Wisconsin,.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

A rebel report says one Of their n.,
Iron war sessels came out the Yazoo r;v WV
and played formidable part, by wbio5
several Of our gun boats were destrovs55
above Vicksburg. We fear there NAV h \
truth in this report. "
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

re- Several columns of matter must lie
over to make room for important matter.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

Eg-Thorp, Of Eau Claire has the APP
pointment of Colonel Of the 25th Regi-
ment. but it is unknown whether be will
ureeuk.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

PoTosI AND DuYLEiTH RoAD.-The
ferry on the road leading from Potosi to
Dualeith Is now in perfect order, and the
ferryman, MIR. Ollinger, requests us to give
notice that be WI cross persons by night
or day. The road is also reported good
the entire route.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

gE Gold, in the lake cities, Chicago
and Milwaukee. was commanding on Sat
urday last Is to 194 per cent. premium in
exchange for par papels-that is, par paper
is is to l94 per cent. below. par in ex-
change for gold. Only think. i've dollars
in paper worth but four dollars IN gold
Take notice-we cannot give gold and sill
yer change at this office when current bills
are presented in payment for dues.
Change viii be made in postage s-amps,
which are now legal tender ~ act o.
Compress.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

Bg The Oliver referred to in our paper
last week, with bis statement Of affairs al
Richmond, taken from Baltimore paper,
has since been heard from by his father
DR.. Oliver writes in brief that he ran The
rebel blockade successfully, passing SO
lines Of pickets and came out clear. He is
now at Washington, and is undecided as to
whether he will return home or accept a
professional commission in the union army.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1862-07-23

@-W We are rendered the following
which is claimed as a description of the
thieves who stole the horses of ME- G1liis
and B. w. Coult, July 18th:
James Williams, aged about 20 years,
feet, or 9 inches high, light hair, mild
blue eyes, dress, black frock coat and
pants, low shoes. black glazed cap, car
ries dirk knife.
Fred Williams, aged about 10 or years,
5 feel 8 or Z inches high, sandy hair, blue
eyes. fresh complexion, dress striped
coat and pants, light vest, low light hat
fine boots with hole in the toe of one.
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8ifturunh 8ispattt.
1o1DxT sOSSiN0 49,. 1AsOR q 10
Captain John Il. Morgan.

f1to0 - A11AA (00ae0sQ Oo00onJ
Tns ass.sa s.A ssessx.ae sHsrey s 2, ss -.
6oste1 . him shs Alteration o. ~ assIos1
aAa challenged ~ adnlfatloa. f0ssssesa o.
a Nnpao Ioftone, and - elteaseo g u 10y
= hscloS4 a. PATHWAY, 10 eensroualy gave
" all. ana eac1tllcsd psrsoaaa psssse p. ssa
- oass 81 his command. and eatsred ne esr.
We q sa ..s CSo a. ssal W,,s ~:
OaDS JoAe II. MofGaa. - Ire informed ny
a veTy Intelligent gsps leaaa Who knows him
nd % connoote6 Win nte command. - Dc.
aFy memory, General Daniel Morgan. He -
now onty tAtry.tAres years Of AGs, and II,
eonssQvsatly. N The prime and vteor Of man.
neea: as = nssavs Of L.xineso a. ~.
Ne Aas hesa married.. bat hh wife died last
MI. abcus tAres Weeks bsaoes Ae linked his
dsstints with bis beloved Soash, leaving htm
sss :. !: :os s:. ..: ss:
49,. With little 70 live, love. AsAt and die
mr.. sss she new Rsps si,c.
ORIGINALLY - was Uapsatn OF the Lsxias.
n aA0AA which WAo company d, Of Ool.
9aasoa's regiment. OF The state Guard OF
ksntucky; bat In accordance with . 0rA
generalization 70 die n deaence ofths righta
x1eAs were uanplsd apon, he lefs Uanp
0kASity on the night Of the 91d Of September
lass. ~ the AseA OF about forty. nve CT Afty
paeked nea. Atev vers edded 70 hls com.
g retaeess placed Themselves under the pro.
teetaon OF Ais trae aud trusty men. - chat In
I'll he Aad With him between four and ave
rsfagees. With this handful Of troops, and
enc1mhered with this responstble CAarte,
~ gallant soldier managed by bis address.
slnl, aad efavcry. TO make his way through
- sAsn my shoasand Of the ensmy's troops,
tie leaders Of which were aware Of his de-
saga aAa On he alert and anxioue % secure
>AA Ga aA>
travel. during which The party stopped only
% sat tbs heroic band with those they pro-
se4od, feached . place OF safety ON Green
~. within The Ooaisdsrate lines In hts
Reaeed two thousand troop 1t Magnolia, La
1ae country. Ky.; bat shV viGtlant Morgan,
e1Vays WAichfal, ascertained the fact, and
Ss.ppoinssa them ct their PREY. and .yaded
youto. 70 conduct such party over 90 long
aAaseh. through country filled with armed
aAA WARNED ensmiss. on The watch tor him.
intervals, tQ aired superior miii tAry skill and
1aAgnsnS. AID . co0lness and bravery, -
we'll . taet, pocsesasd oy fsw. and should
saAp u: NAN Who could Do It - military
sabseQasat exploits. some Of which have been
Sivea 20 the pobiie. ana an account OF others
Nnscn ws are promised. fully prove him 70
UApsaAn Aorgsa's sQuadron consists now of
bar companise, VIZ: mis- own, the A.exir gson
49,: Which 49, y COMPANY A; VomPsay y.
Jssi Alien, 10 on General Hrsckinrides' - star
COMPANY y, Captain Bowles, and COMPANY
D. Captain OhurohWsll; numbering IN all
aSoat iour hundred and nfsy men. Morgan
commands - the eenior captain, having do.
saiAsd asupertor appointment. because no had
1AeaAnimousiy pledged himself TO remain
VIA and share the tate Of his brave followers.
~ som@.ad w::1 III. plan costume Of Pr:
without any distinguishing mark. ano alWaYs
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1862-03-24
RONAwAYA.


ID REWARD-F From my
y farm. Il Powh.tan county, about the lsi
Of February. my NEGRO NAN, George,
aEed about - years. George u dark CON.
ps62ioued; good teeth; large eyes. and shpf.
Nee when Walking. Has bsen lurking abCut
the premises Of BENT: Gray, Esq on Prank.
AIN street, where he has IN aunt; has Alec 4
aistsr near the gas workA The above reward
Will b paid for his delivery ct Robert Lamp.
kiss jail, In this city.
nh 81 -.otA VIZ. WARWICK
OK REWAKU.-I win pay ave doll.vs Tor
SDO the arrest OF my ne4ro man OTTxR.
WAY. He calls htmSelf Brock. and = we'll
known In Rocketeg' old Aald.
nh n 9te e. A. RRAYSER.
DUNAWAY-016 REWAKD.-Tea With.
IL, oas proyncation, about sAe Let January
earbsr b trade, hired for The present ysey
% werner 4 TO-, opp0nlts the American Ho-
~. Aonry y spare, brown colo1od bOy.
abo0t - 16at high, Esnteel address. Woaro 4
small bard, With inlA head Of hair. h mn
bave hired himaslf 70 60 With some C1loer q
soldier. ~
TIE above reward will - paid for his a.
livery . ne or Mr.. Werner. or any informa.
ton Of hia WAeFoaboats, - that ] get him.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1862-03-24

O0SlaD.1Afs CvRAsrcY Any attempt to
0Secrcdis Contedsrate currency 10 an offence
tat sh0ald b visited with severity upon The
whether In the refusal Of individuals to 70.
eeave 1t In payment OF debt, or tor articles
purchased; or In Offering to dispose Of 1t at
discount It matters not; In either shape IL II
corporation 20 conducting himself, or itDelf,
1sAWsnAblo - we'll 70 the law - to public
eoademnaton. The soldiers Of our army.
who have gone 70 fight the battles OF their
81 home; who have left wife and children TO
battle for Southern independence and save
NJ country nom subjuGatl0ns receive their
n s:1 ~a:s sn.y .sap :
spsculators 1t home are tolerated In depre.
dating II for the sake Of freely gain, II not
nom disloyal motvess Bat more than this
s1stained, the army fed, munitions Of war
Manufactured ana purchased, and all through
IAs inst mentality Of the Governments cur
ssacy. Dsprecists II: and who VIII dare TO
snsmyl The cot u - criminal a. Il u nnpa-
1iotae. II stEtkes harder blow 1t the Gov
ssDnsot than the enemy have yet struck,
eS me g
1ul resalts. For the sake Of the South for
e. seccees Of our cause; that We may b freed
from Yankee subtections Let all true men re.
here shall b no depreciation Of the Govern.
Msat currency, 1hd that those who are work.
- 70 that end 1Aall ct once b arrested In
th0lr career.
DrokeRase u Q Legitimate buslnessx but In Q
tAo OF var Il 10 not legitimate for brokers or
any one eloo 70 deproclato the currency Of The
0ove!nmcnt. and 70 place that Of the enemy,
OF which u In posksssion Of the enemy. ct 1
promtom over 1t. Aore, IL 10 6Orbiddsn 20
1rA1e With the enemy BY the Law, and ho Mat
aees %. that far, gives aid 70 the enemy, and
oo0Dtt0 disioyal, II not q treasonAble aCt.-
l6Gass Isssui1sse~.