Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1876-08-11
REUNION OF THE Tooth O.V. |
Patriotic Rejoicing NOtwith-
standing the unpropltious
Weather.
Addresses, Music, Dinner and Amuse-
ments.


A dismal lookout was last Saturday
morning when arising from our couch we
found the elements so unfavorable to the
grand reunion looked forward to and an
ticipated.
All OF the forenoon and until the middle
of the afternoon the rain came down in
torrents at short intervals, and disappoint-
ment stared every one in the face. But
all this did not prevent the gallant Tooth
from uniting and fulfilling the pro-
gramme. Rain, slush and mud did not
dampen their spirits; such days had often
been witnessed by them in times when the
love Of the old flag kept them together,
even under far more unpropitious circum-
stances--when comrades were lying
drenched in gore Could they now think OF
once more embracing the opportunity OF
greeting each other, after the recollection
of those active scenes of fourteen years
ago, even though the winds and waters
seemed to oppose it?
Our citizens had made ample prepare
tions for this event, aud many thanks are
due to the untiring efforts Of tie Commit
tee of Arrangements, and the various sub
committees, to make the occasion one to be
remembered by the gallant Tooth. They
were responded to by about one hundred
members of the old regiment, who left no
doubt in the minds of all of their appre-
citation of their entertainment.
business MEETING.
At IL o'clock a business meeting was
held by the members of the Tooth 0. V. l.
General p. s. Slevin, Of Toledo, was re-
elected President Of the Association by
unanimous vote. Hiram Il. Charles, of
Perryshurg, was elected Secretary, and l.,
G.. Thacller, of Defiance, Corresponding
Secretary A. r. Hill, of Wanscon, was
elected Secretaryof Company F, and Cap
tain Thomas Mawer, of Tontogany, Secre-
tary of Company A. All other officers
and committees were continued.
1t was decided to leave the selection of
the place for the next annual reunion to
the officers of the Association.
At II o'clock procession was formed,
and soldiers and citizens, under the escort
of + r. Miller as Marshal, and DIR. Hume
as Assistant, took up the line of march for
Centennial Hall, where the
EXERCISES OF THE DAY
were observed in the presence of a large
audience of ladies, soldiers and citizens.
At the back of the rostrum were dis
played the tattered and riddled colors of
the regiment, bearing the historic names of
Limestone, Siege OF Knoxville, Rocky
Face, Resaca, Dallas, Eutoy Creek, Atlanta,
Columbia, Franklin, Nashville, Town
Creek and Wilmington.
After the assemblage was called to order
by Mr.. J. o. Troup, the exercises were
opened by the Perrysburg Choir in the ex.
quisite song and chorus of Union, God
and Liberty" Mrs. II. Hotchkiss leading
with Mrs. Crittenden at the organ. 1t was
admirably rendered.
Prayer-Rev j. H. Bethards.
Mrs. Staylin, of Toledo, sang Holmes
+, Barbara Fritchie," filling the Hall viii
j. her rich, well-cultivated voice, which ellie
/ tied the highest encomiums, in hearty
s rounds of applause.
SPEECH OF WELCOME.
! Hon. Asher Cook, in an eloquent speec
: welcomed the Tooth as follows:
Soldiers Of the One Huad,eith Regiment of OH
IOiuHtecrs, VINO nObiy took up arms to suppres
the slave holders rebellion, you are welcom
here. You have done good work, and you
deeds eIlitle YOU to the THANKS of your country
II men, which the citizens of PerTysOurg eXten
p to you, through me, without reserve.
Pe~rysodrg, which raised and sent to serv
j. one of Tie first companies from Northwestern
Ohio, will always welcome the survivors of oh
R struggle which ended ia the downfall of slave.
4 ald in ~cpacing the oid flag. long dishonore
= by traffic id human flesh and blood, before Nh
3 civilized wO-id washeO from all its stains, eve
10 "emain an emblem of the free.
"O'er all the earth shall freedoms bannC
# The tyrant blast and liberate the slave"
1t is pleasant 70 meet with those who hay
h rendered eminent services to our country, an
y exchange congratulations And to-day go
have met with us here, ON the Anniversary
J. of your hardest-iOught Dattics, to talk ov'
J. your labors and renew our acquaintance, whiC
h in keeping with all things human, is fast fac
"a ing into lOrgcttulness. But you should De le
AZ solicitOus to renew personal acquainAnc
y tnan to reahirm your devotion TO the Union 80
J" aided to save.
n From this peaceful retreat. you can look baC
on your battles fought, and the victories wol
and TO your memories. KNOXVILLE, Lenor ST
ton, Rocky Fare. Dallas, Etawah Franklin
= Nashville and Wilmington, will be most prom
inent while your participation in the ,grei
o march to the sea will be remembered vii
IA especial qualification. You must not, howeve
'e suppose You fought these battles for us al0n
j. They were fought in defense of u common ci
ilzation and you and your children we'll
nnrtlrlD0tP
When assembling for the conflict, viii,
i' proved long and bloody one. you were n
a. sured of the gratitude of the country you We
| preparing to serve, and we meet you here
Y, make the assurance a living reality, by ge
:, eTous welcome extend to you from patriot
J. hearts.
~ The number of your regiment. more eloquen
ly than any words of miuc, tells the PATRIOTS
,e of our noble State. The first call tor v0luntec
to aid in enforcing the laws and suppress &
'e rebellion was made by the lamented LINGO
40 April Is, 1861. This call for 70 600 men fro
the entire country and was filled almost ms sO
le as it was made. Other calls soon tOliOwe
under which your regiment was formed. AZ
ld the Sth of September, 1862, you took the feel
o. bearing the number lOO, thereby showing tn
'' Ohio in the short time above named had rails
n and equipped for the service lOO,0p men.
n view of the unanimous uprising of the pe0I
III for the preservation of the Union, lot no o
,d hereafter despair Of the Derpetuity of the X
;" public.
remind you of your patience under privatiO
Il your fortitude in suffering and your bravery
Il DNttle. Inc talltfeu nag you nave DFnugul WI
3" YOU. the wounds you bear, and your diminish
ranks, tell all this better than words Yo
history is written with the bayOnet and
fruits will be reproduced and appreciated
~ long as n descendant of the freedmen lives
% give birth to a child to inherit the bles
rs ings Of freedom, or voice remains to the rl
you liberated. to tell the story of their REDEEM
ne ton from slavery. it is fitting, not only, ii
,g you should assemble to-day, and review go
e work, and study its effects on the fast adyar
Oh ing progress of our race. but that you shOl
meet under the decaying walls of Fort Mel
10 where others have brayely, fought ond not
ut fallen in defense Of the rights Of man. and
u' their sacrifice opened the Wilderness 20 Chr
al tan civilization. In the name of that civilii
= ton which you while under arms. respect
lie aud Obeyed. i bid you welcome. With pride
nm welcome YOU to these historic grounds, the th'
" tire of action Of the heroes of n former tin
he whose memory, as that of your comrades W
fell in the conflict. is embalmed in the hearts
ed their countrymen, aud the recollection of wit
,a deeds will die. only when history ceases to
~ read. and letters perish from the earth.
nt Iuf in aur hanpV ureetinQg caQOOt OV