Daily globe. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1878-1884, 1880-04-04


and soon the haversacks of our starving men
were partially filed, and happiness and con-
tentment once more reigned in Chattanooga
among the rank and file. Not so with those
high in command. The driving back OF the
defiant enemy from the immediate front was
necessity which became more glaring each DAY.
The army of the Cumberland was reinforced
by Gen. Sherman and his army ana uen.
Grant arrived and assumed command OF all the
forces. He visited the various camps, con-
versed with the officers, found all In good
spirits and eager for the fray. With such
state of feeling, that he found to exist, he felt
sure of victory when his arrangements were
all perfected. Troops were placed IN position,
weak points were strengthened, ammunition
issued and the general plan of impending bat
tie discussed among the army and corps COM
manders.
On the 23d day of November the movement
against the enemy on Mission Ridge began.
Thomas command rushed out of the temper
ary works by which they had been sheltered
and drove the enemy beyond Orchard knob,
which was seized and fortified during the
night. On the following morning he pushed
Towards corps along the south bank of the
river across Citico creek where he reported to
Gen. Sherman, Under whose command he
served during the continuance of the battle
and the subsequent march to East Tennessee
for the relief of beleagued Knoxville.
Under Thomas supervision Hooker scaled
the western slope of Lookout mountain, dur
ing the evening, driving the enemy from
his rife pits on the northern
extremity and slope of the mountain,
aided by Gen. ". p. Carlin's brigade, which
was temporarily detailed from its proper divis-
ion for this particular service. During the
advance of Rockers command up the rugged
slope of old Lookout, the thin, misty clouds
which had enveloped the crest of the mountain,
lowered sn as TO obscure his entire force from
the view of the main army on the plain below.
The rattle and roar of musketry was terrific
and deafening, and as there was no way by
which it could be ascertained how the conflict
was oolnp the anxiety was
intense and all eyes were turned
in the direction of Hooker. Suddenly. as if
to relieve the army from the painful sus-
pense, friendly breeze lifted the clouds. re-
vealing Rockers line, dotted here and there
with the various regimental flags, all moving
steadIN on ward and upward. The sight was
grand beyond descriptions battle in the
clouds and victory perched upon the federal
banners. / have seen it stated that Gen.
Grant denied Hooker the credit of fighting
battle in or above the clouds. While dislike
to differ with SO distinguished parsonage as
Gen. Grant, yet, as l beheld the battle with
my own eyes, l cannot disbelieve or doubt my
own senses, and hence must take issue with
anyone who affirms that there were no clouds
TO obscure Hooker and his troops from the
view of those on the plain below.
On the following day the federal army
rushed out from their rifle pits, and with a
shout and yell, scaled the side of Mission
Ridge, driving the rebel army in great con-
months.
After reaching the summit nearly everyone
looked back to get a view of Chattanooga, from
that elevated position, and the
first object seen was steam
boat, putting and snorting up stream,
laden with rations and forage. No longer the
rebel battery on the top of Lookout obstructed
the free navigation of tie river.
The days work was complete. Every stain
of defeat had been wiped away from our shred
ded and riven banners, and the Handicapped
brows of Lookout and Mission Ridge had been
crested with halo of triumph.
The army marched South, and after the lapse
of short time peace was restored and the vet
Grams went marching home" to gladden. the
hearts of parents, wives children and sweet
hearts. Looking back we see the widow, whose
pale face indicates the sorrow of her heart, and
clinging to her skirts we see the darling little
one, who, peering up into that sad face, be-
seemingly enquiries, ''when will papa come
homer" Alas, alas, he will never return. He,
with Il, 600 of our gallant defenders, are hold
ing their long, last, solemn bivouac with the
silent Southern stars for their only sentinels,
on the plain of Chattanooga, under the shad-
owy sheen of the starry flag.
Veterans Since you first entered the service
in the defense of your country you have passed
over steep, rough and rugged places. At times
the sun has shown brightly, at others dark and
dismal shadows have overhung your pathway.
You have bridged angry, surging streams with
sore and bleeding hands, or forded them with
tired and weary feet, but turning from the
! Al. f..A.. h.
fore as our setting sun with its soft. mellow
light gliding our downward pathway, and just
beyond we behold the golden gates
of that happy land where
unending exemption from cares and troubles
will more than repay us for the hardships and
trials of this world. Let stand fast by our
old faith and follow our cid colors to the end.
We may have differences of opinions on some
subjects, but upon one are all united, and that
is pride in the memory of the grand old army
of which we were members; pride in the fact
that we stood in its ranks when the nation re-
quired our services; pride i'll the fact that the
rebellion was utterly suppressed, and pride,
exultant unchecked and immeasurable pride,
that the American flag floats to-day. unhindered
and undisturbed, over the whole dominion of
the American Union. The government for
whose prosperity you went forth to battle, has
within its boundaries the germs of such riches
and power and prosperity IS has never been
seen before in all the gorgeous orient, or the
whole wide panorama of European history.
1t stands to-day unrivalled in the possession
of all the elements, natural and national. of
mighty and prosperous career. An unreserved
and whole-souled faith and fealty upon the
part of all portions of the country will, in good
season, wipe away every incumbrance and start
the busy fails of activity and enterprise and
wealth all over the land. Republican govern
ment is no failure; on the contrary it ia STU
penduous success, and its powers of endurance
are only to be measured by the limits of time.
The blood of its children has worked out its
regeneration. 1.-The seed of its martyrs" has
been truly the redemption of the nation. And
so gentlemen, 1 entreat you to hold fast to the
faith that is in you. Let your organization
live in history and its peaceful future cast no
shades of discredit upon your warlike past.
The address was received with marked in
terest, and followed with applause.
On motion of Maj. Browning, vote of
thanks was unanimously accorded Gen. John
son for his able and interesting address.
Upon the conclusion of Gen. Johnson's
address, Capt. Manner announced the pres
ence of Gen. Sigel, who upon being called
upon expressed hearty thanks for the honor
conferred, and intense pleasure at being
present.
A comrade named II. r. Hare spoke of the
propriety of having meeting to be devoted
to the exchange of "reminiscences and anec-
dote. On motion it was decided to set apart
the next meeting for that purpose.
On motion q committee consisting of
Capts. Manner, Mead and Dreher was ap-
pointed to invite Gen. Sigel to address the