Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1862-07-09
A SURPRISE

Yesterday was pleasant day for the
7th Ohio. The Regiment has long been
waiting an opportunity to show Its love
for and appreciation of our gallant Col.
Creighton, and that opportunity has al
last arrived. Our brave leader, on beng
appointed to the command of the regi'
ment, stood sadly in need of good horse
Here then, was the desired opportunity
A paper was quickly put into circulation
and in an incredible short space OF time,
goodly sum was raised, and Capt. Crane
was selected to purchase the gift. Quar-
ter Master King was dispatched to Wash
ington, on business pertaining to the de-
partment, and yesterday he returned.
The regiment was formed in hollow
Creighton was escorted to the center by
Lieut.. Mcclellan and Q. N. King, accom-
panied by Gen. Tyler. Capt. Sterling OF
Co. B., then stepped forward, and in neat
and appropriate speech, in which he high
ly complimented the Colonel in his late
capacity, inl which he had won the love,
respect and admiration of the entire reg
iment, presented him with the beautiful
steed. handsomely caparisoned, a splen-
did sword and belt, handsome field glass,
and pair of heavy bullion shoulder
straps. Never was surprise more perfect
nor happiness more complete. Our noble,
great hearted leader was too full for utter
ance. We could see the great tears OF
joy and gratitude coursing down his man
ly cheek, and three heartfelt, rousing
cheers and tiger were given for VIM, K.
Creighton, the gallant Colonel of the 7th
Ohio. Long may he live.
His heart being to full to speak, Gen.
Tyler responded in behalf of the Colonel,
in few appropriate remarks, after which,
three cheers were given for Gen. Tyler,
and we retired to our quarters, exuberant
and happy, feeling that but slight trib-
ute had been paid to deserving worth.
OUR FUTURE PROSPECTS.
The boys are delighted with the pros
pect of few days rest, which is now be-
fore US. 1t has become absolutely neces-
sary for this division to have rest and
recuperate. During the past forty-two
days, we have marched, in the aggregate
over four hundred and twenty miles, and
having been constantly on the move, and
three times in contact with the enemy,
physical strength is nearly played out"
Nevertheless, the boys are confident and
hopeful, and will be ready to again go TO
the "front of battle" where we can win
new honors, in few days.
CHANGES.
Since 1 wrote last, important changes
have been made in the regiment. Lieut..
Col. Creighton, is promoted to the Colonel
cy; Capt. Asper is Lieut.. Col. Capt.
Crane is Major, AL seem to be well pleas
ed at the arrangement Lieut.. King is
appointed A. Q. NJ. and Lieut.. Mcclellan
is appointed to Capt of Co. H. The boys
are well pleased with our future Captain.
COL. J. ?. AsPER.
Of this gallant officer, Co. H is Justly
proud. Under his efficient command,
we entered the field one year ago to day,
and he has always shown himself an able
officer, a noble man. Efficient in drill,
brave on the field, kind and impartial in
the discharge of duty, he has won the love
of the brave boys that enlisted with him
in this glorious cause We congratulate
him upon his advancement in position,
and may he win unfading honors in the
holy cause of Liberty, and live long to
enjoy the fruit of his labor. We are re-
joiced at his returned good health, and
hope to soon have the happines of seeing
him once more among US.