The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-05-22
cAPT. PRIToHARp,s RESIGNATION.
The Husssrs Pass Resolutions compli-
rnentarv to Him.

The Husssrs Pass Resolutions Complt
mentsry to Him
Capt. G. B. Pritchard's resignation wss
accepted at tbereeular company meeting Of
the Georgia Hussars last night. There wa
a full attendance Of the members Of the
company. Lieut. Beirne Gordon presided.
The committee appointed at the meeting
held on May IA to confer with Capt. Pritch-
ard with view TO inducing him to with
/ draw his resignation as captain OF the troop
made its report. II reported that it had
consulted with Capt. Pritchard as directed
| by the company, and that it was ursuccess-
full in its efforts to induce him 10 withdraw
| his resignation, as he stated that it would
be impossible on account of business engage
ments to further serve the troop as an
officer. The committee, therefore, recon-
mended that the resignation be accepted,
and that such resolutions as would properly
express the sentiments Of the company be
adopted.
The committees recommendations were
adopted. The following resolutions, offered
by CorpL. McAlpin, were also unanimously
adopted:
WHEREAS. In accepting, as we are forced %
do, the resignation Of Capt. q. b. Pritchard-
we lose the services of one OF the most efficient
soldiers who has commanded US since the reor-
ganization Of the company ia 1879; and be IL
Resolved, That We feel keen sense of graft
tude for the valuable services he has rendered
the company during his long connection with it.
That we regret the necessity which compels
bis resignation and only accept it because he
insists upon Il, and that we will always have for
him the kindliest feelings Of respect and affec-
ton.
There is hardly member of the Hussars
who does not feel that he has suffered q
personal loss in the resignation Of Capt.
Pritchard. He has been faithful In the
performance of the duties Of his position,
and his record as an officer will sustain the
severest criticism.
Capt. Pritchard Joined the Georgia
Hussars July 2, 1874 He was promoted to
first corporal Feb. 10, 1875; promoted to
second sergeant April 10, 1876; promoted to
first sergeant Dec. 4, 1875. elected junior
second lieutenant April 8, 1877; elected
senior second lieutenant March 10, 1873,
elected first ieutenat Jan. IA, 1886, and
elected captain Feb. 4, 1890, since which
time ne has been in active command of the
company.
Capt. Pritohard's resignation will first be
forwarded to regimental headquarters,
from which it will be forwarded TO Adjt.
Gen. Kell, who will forward it to the gov
ernor. In the same manner the governors
acceptance will be returned to the COM
pany. After the governors acceptance is
received the officer in command of tue reg
iment will order an election for captain.
Lieut. Col. K. p. Miller is the command
ing officer of the regiment during Col. Cor
don's absence abroad. A preliminary cleo
ton will first be held to ascertain the prefer
ence of the company, after which regular
election will be held before a magistrate
according to law.
Lieut.. Beirne Gordon Is the future cap
tain Of the Hussars from all indications, so
MORNING NEWS reporter found from the
expressions of various members. Veteran
Member F. D. Bloodworth has been mem
toned for the position, but he will not
allow the use Of his name. The same rea-
sons which caused the resignation of Capt.
Pritchard would prevent his acceptance
He would not be able to spare the time
from his business.