The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1864-10-28
Colonel Gabriel Bouck.

This gentleman was unanimously nomi-
dated By the Democratic Congressional
Convention, for Representative in Con
g'ess, from this District, VS. p. Sawyer
Esq, republican candidate. We have the
acquaintance Of neither of these gentlemen
butslearn that in the private walks Of life
both bear the highest reputation for hon
esty, enterprise and integrity. Although
these three requisites of character are es-
seDtia in the composition Of congress-
man, still the fourth-inte!lect- have
something to do with it.
Being an Ilinoi.an, and uracqnainted
with the personal history of Wisconsin's
public men, we are not altogether gnor-
ant Of the history Of their public life.
Years ago we reInem Der to have heard Of
Gabriel Bouck in a public capacity, and
Of the ecomiums hesped upon his head
from all sources when the bitterness Of
party strife had no. taken possession of
the hearts Of the people. Some OF those
very journals, who, to-day are endeavoring
to impeach his character, were the loudest
in his praise We know of the marked
ability, sound judgment and great tact he
displayed while Attorney Genera! OF the
State. Lii. opinions in some of the leading
cases he was then engaged in, we have put
in type before we ever thought Of being
a resident OF Wisconsin. We remember
reading some Of his speeches while a
member of the Legislative. and at that
| time predicted his rise in public life He
there exhibited a sternness and decision of
character that at once manifested mas
ter mind he there exhibited talent. that
told his perfect knowledge Of executive
and Judlcisl government, and was looked
up to as one Of the "peers of the realm"
upon whom many Of the inferior member,
relied for advice and counsel in the more
important matters Of State.
We have also heard of his eminence a.
lawyer; hi. forcible pleadings st the bar,
and Of his excellent legal knowledge ::
rarely, if ever losing q case, especially if
interviewer with interminable difficulties,
bis calm and sound judgment always un-
| raveilng Is mysteries to the furtherance
Of truth ard justice.
His history as soldier, from the time
he entered the army q, captain to his pro
motion as colonel, is well known. Like
! thousands Of other,-uhen it wa. herald
ed that the flag Of our nation had been
assaulted, aud the snowy stripes and gilt
terng stars were REDEEMED with the gore of
orr country. sons-did Co. Bouck fl, to
It's rescue regardless of those he left be-
hlnd-busineas. friends, ALTO PROSTATE
bis life upon the altar of his country.
Our readers are familiar with the heroism
and bravery Of Col. Bouck, while under
the leadership of Gen Sherman; Of the
vaor displayed; of the respect and love
ne elected from his fellow soldiers, end
the compliments received from his super.
/ Tor office7s
Alter serving his country for three
years, Mr.. Bouck resigned, and returned
TO his home and has pursued bis profession
ever since, devoting what time he could
| spare TO the interest. and welfare of the
community in which he lives. He ia a
mon OF indomitabie energy. and should he
DC elected, will I'll the position viii honor
| TO himself and the district he represents
Elecfor. of the Fifth District! Ifyou
would be represented BY a man Of ,a'en,
and tired public seryitude. support the
nominee of the Democratic Congressional
! Convention.- Oshkosh Union