Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1864-11-23
a Day OF Jubilee tor SOLDIER
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STATE OF 0alo, Executive DEPT,
COLUMBUS, O.. nov. IA 81

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OF Oalo, Executive DEPT,l
CoLUARus, O.. Nov. IA 81
To the Military C0mmittee:
The chilling blasts give token of
approaching winter How are the
fami lilies of our brave soldiers prepared
to meet and pass through It's trialsl
The long continued campaigns, the al
most constant moving of troops, has
rendered difficult, and impracticable,
the punctual payment OF the men.
They have not been able, therefore, to
remit as much as usual to their fsmi-
lies 10 the meantime, the prices Of
food, clothing, and particularly fuel,
have largely advanced, and many fam.
lilies will want the means of comfort
and s~ustenance unless .be people are
liberal of their gifts
We must not weary ia well doing
How much of our prosperity and secu-
rity we owe To our army III the field,
can easily be understood and appreci-
hted BY every citizen of the State
| do not ask charity for the families of
these men; | ask open manifestations
OF gratitude for their labor and sacri-
fees, and a liberal recognition of the
obligations we are under TO them.
The general sentiment of the men is,
VIC want less in the field and more at
home The State agencies have done
q great work this year for our men, as
the forthcoming reports will show you.
Now that the winter is upon Us, while
We do not neglect the sanitary work
in the field, let US direct q larger por-
ton Of our energies to the wants Of
the families in d midst.
Thursday, the 24th instant, we will
devote as q day of thanksgiving and
prayer to Almighty God for his mer-
oies and blessings. We will be
strengthened and made fsrvent by so
doing. 4 Let Us therefore devote Sat-
urday, the 18th inst, IS a day offeast-
ing and jubilee to the soldiers families.
10 cities and towns fuel is a most
important item. Call upon farmers
and friends to como in with their wag-
onsaloaded with wood, and let them
make il hsapin : measure. Oh. their
abundant crops of potatoes, apples,
grains and vegetables let them make
liberal contributions.
Do not confne this to county seats
but let the same DO done in all the
towns of the county, whore there are
families needing aid. The committee
can readily organize a small body Of
respectable citizens at each point, who
will attend to receiving and distribu-
ting all such contributions. l need
not go into the details. Start the no.
Bile work in your county, and hun
dreds of willing hands viii be put
forth to aid you.
Clothing is much needed among
these families. especially in towns and
cities. Almost every family can con-
tribute something in this particular,
but wealthy mon a contribute mon
ey, either TO bny clothing, or to pur
chase the fabrics! which thousands of
our countrywomen, with busy fingers.
will fashion into garments for the
needy.
The appeal is to all our people. Do
not be backward or hesitating on
this day of jubilee. Have no fears
that too much will be contributed
There is more necessity than ever be-
foro. The large number of men furn-
ished this year, the putting forth OF
the National Guard, and the advance
in prices of the necessaries of life,
have all drawn heavily on the Relief
Fund. In many counties it has been
anticipated and exhausted. You are
not likely to exceed the actua! lcdnts
of the soldiers families; but even If
you should contribute somewhat tot
their comfort, or even luxury, il will
bess very small equivalent for the pro-
lection you bave received and tho pros
pority You have enjoyed.
L respectfully urge the Committees
to give this matter special and imme-
diate attention. Give full..'notics of
the movement. Let the call upou the
people be widely circulated Give a
few days TO perfeeting the arrange
ments. The time is small, compared
with that expendedfor Us BY The men
at the front. See that the relief con.
tributed is extended to its objects; and
thus we will make this a day that will
gladden. the hearts of wives and kim
dred sthome, and strengthen the arms.
and re.animate the courage OF hus-
bands, fathers and brothers in the
field. 1t is a noble work, let it be
we'll done.