The Orangeburg news. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1867-1875, 1868-08-22

triumphed. Hc had been with that army,
when it surrendered at Vicksburg aud had
triumphcd with it, when Chickanlaugas bloody
field was won. He would never leave it.
Spurring his horse forward, ho waved his
sword, and shouted, "Boys, follow your Colo
nc." The enemy hud forced the passage of
:hs bridge; they were rapidly crossing c.
Bruces Ford,--all hope of escape seemed cut
off; but, with q mighty will to carry out the
desperate. plan, nothing seemed impossible.
Colonel Willis fell back to the Retreat -
there, he was met by squadron of cavalry.
all hope was gone; but he would never sur
render. Hastily forming his men in line, he
waited for them to advance. With wild yell,
those brave Mississippians met the charge.
Then, for moment they faltcrcd only one
moment Carter Willis dashed forward, and
waved his sword the boys followed soon
the field was gained. The Yankees fearing
an ambush, fell back and then, with II shout
the "boys" lcaped rail fence near by, and
were fast getting clear of the sharp-shootcrs
who had advanced. In few moments, all
would be saved only one company had to
get under cover Of the wootls Colonel Willis
cheercd them on, and looking toward the noble
old mansion, he saw Kate standing where she
stood the day before lie raised his hat,
bowed low, and rcincd in his horse, took a long
look Mt tho brave Southern girl, who fearless
of danger, watched him braving the Yankees
A spirit Of desperation seized him. He could
not see Miss Raymond in danger Dashing up
to tho house, he cried, "Go in Miss Raymond,
for Gods sake, do not remain one moment
longer. The Yankees arc on us-go in
lie turned to go back. Too late "a ball
pierced his horse, and in second of time an
other struck him. His horec staggered and
fell, carrying him down also. The ball that
struck him tore ghasty wound in his side
The light faded q dark night set in his mind,
-he knew more. Soon Yankee Sergeant
came up with his guard. Seeing the wounded
officer, lying dead, ms he supposed; and paying
no heed to Kate, he ordered the men to move
tho horse ,sand then made preparation to search
him. Kate stood beside Colonel Willis Her
heart trcnlblctl, as she 'ookcd ut the pale, un-
conscious man. "Oh Cod spare him." was
all she could say. When the horse was turned
ovcr and she could reach him, she stopped
over him and felt if he yet lived Her heart
gave bound Yes, Ire lived Then, turning
to the Sergeant, she said 'Will you carry this
soldier into the house 2"
Pity touched his heart; for one brave man
will assist another, when he plcss and prison
H.,1n L.
and left with Kate and Mrs Raymond; while
the Sergeant went off to bring Surgeon.
Meanwhile, the work of desolation had be-
gun The railroad had beer tern ap. The
noise made by tearing aud ripping the road
was fearful A heavy black smoke rose far
below and beyond l. rs tie after tic was
piled up, and set on fire, tho men yelled like
unfuriated fiends, holding wild orgic They
swore not to leave two houses standing to
mark the spot, where r now stood. The
plantations for miles were stripped, in less
time than it takes to relate. They came in
and demanded of Mrs. Raymond her keys.
They were given them. One vile creature,
less human than the Others fingered in the
ROOM
"What do you want in hcrc7 demanded
Kate.
Nothing; ! suppose can look around me
and the least you say the better for you SO,
jest shet up, gal" Then walking up to Col
oncl Willis: he said, "What is this man doing
here? Dead l reckon. Well, I'll take
this; and he snatchcd at Colonel Willis
watch and chain
Kate stood bcforc him "Aan" she cx.
claimed, "tcuch him if you dare" 4 light
ming glance shot from her cycs,-a fierce. wild
look filled her face, and caused the robbcr to
start back. He then made another effort to
snatch the chain away.
But Katcs movements were as quick as his.
She caught the chain, jcrkcd it toward her,
and slipping it into her pocket, said, ~ order
you to leave this room" Seeing the Surgeon
and several others coming into the house, he
thought prudence the better part of valor,"
and passed through the back door into the
yard.
TO BE CONTINUED.
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