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July 1861

From Camp Randall
July 2d, 1861
Editor Journal Courier:
Our camp begins to appear more military than the joy we came in, the fifth has nine companies in, and ours the 
sixth has seven. The former are in tents.
We, as yet occupy barracks. Our tents, however are being pitched and we shall go into them to-day or to-morrow. 
In consequence of their shingling the barracks, our men do not enjoy the peculiar luxuries, which dampened the ardor 
of may of the Second Regiment, of which we have hear from divers; and sundry returned warriors.

Our company
The Beloit Star Rifles arrived, at half past one of Thursday, the day we started.
The very excellent music of the Fifth regimental Band, under Dr. Craig, welcomed us at the depot, and escorted us,
in company with the Montgomery Guards, to the camp. After marching to our quarters, conducted by
Lieut. Col. Atwood, we a desperately hungry set, were told that dinner would be ready in twenty minutes.
The eating establishment is an extension of one of the buildings, put up when the enclosure was used for the
fair grounds. Each table can accommodate over a hundred men, and the whole building about three thousand.
The old inscription on the outside struck me as quite suggestive Operative Machinery was there, and let anybody
look in during meal time and observe the movement of the sub-maxillary muscle, he would conclude that machinery
was operation quite extensively. At the table we met the Commissary General, e. R. Wadsworth, who has gained
great credit by the excellent management and system he has introduced into this department.
He is assisted by his old clerk, Frank Wheeler.
The next day we were called out for battalion drill, Our men are taking pride in being as well drilled and in
making as soldier like an appearance as any company, and they can and will do it. We are on drill and parade
about six hours a day.
Previous to yesterday the companies of both regiment paraded together, reviewed alternately by Col. A. Cobb of
the Fifth and col. L. Cutler of the Sixth, Now we parade separately. The regimental officers of the sixth are-
Colonel, L. cutler; Lt. Col, J.P. Atwood; Major-Sweet Adjutant, Frank Haskell. I think we are peculiarly fortunate
in these officers. Col. Cutler is a man of full six feet in height, well proportioned, with hair and beard slightly gray,
affable and quiet in appearance, but having about the mouth enough of the old roman look to show that determination
and sternness, those best of qualities in a military commander, will not be wanting in him, when the time and occasion
demand. The gentlemanly bearing of Lt. Col. Atwood, and his fitness for the place have already made him popular
with us all. He is now at Milwaukee, in command of the companies sent there.
Our Captain, M.A. Northrop, is very popular with the men, and col. Cutler paid him the compliment of appointing him,
first of all the captains of the sixth regiment, as officer of the day. The particular duties of this office I will write in my next.
But I must go to breakfast; for know that I have written this before seven o'clock, by which time we have usually drilled
an hour and a half. Reveille is at 5 o'clock a.m. Tis hard on the constitution, but the hour's work fits us for the tin platter
of steak, to be eaten on tin plates, for the coffee (not sweet enough) taken from tin pails and drank from tin cups, and
for the bread piled up in tin pans, which invariably we find at the "Operative Machinery" Department, and I write
this last sentience looking around for the tin dipper with which I may fill the tin wash basin, by which I make ready
for the first great duty of the day.
Yours truly, G.L.M.

Correspondence of the State Journal
Camp Randall, July 11, 1861
Messrs. Editors:-As considerable excitement prevails in the Camp, growing out of the treatment of the volunteers 
on the 4th inst., and the position that a great many of the volunteers think that the Journal has taken in relation thereto, 
I though it would not be out of place to make an attempt through the Journal, to cool the present excited feeling towards 
the citizens of Madison.
I have no doubt that our noble volunteers were grossly neglected on that day, by the citizens of Madison; but whether 
that neglect was willful or not, I am not prepared to say. Charity would lead me to hope that it was not so; and I trust 
my fellow-soldiers will be led to entertain the same opinion. I have had some experience as a member of committees 
on the 4th of July, and I believe the committee of arrangements is generally responsible for the proceedings on that day; 
therefore, I would exonerate the citizens, especially the ladies, (god bless them!) and put the blame on the committee; 
and I hope they will acknowledge that they were at fault, remember, fellow-citizens, in your intercourse with us that 
we have left our homes, our kindred and friends, to go forth and fight for the upholding of the government under which 
you as private citizens, and we as citizen soldiers, live and are protected.
Having said this much, allow me to say a word to our volunteers, Boys, if a dinner is prepared for us by our friends 
in Dane county, outside of Madison, and the ladies of Madison furnish the "nick nacks" and "fixens," how can we 
refuse to partake of it? We shat have to "cave" before such a company armed with such formidable weapons. 
Ladies of Madison, bring in your "fixins," and we shall appreciate the gift, not for its intrinsic value, but on 
account of the motive which prompts the act; for many of you have fathers, and brothers, and husbands, who 
have gone, are about to go, to fight the battles of our common country.
Down with the traitors serpent flag!
Death to the wretch o'er whom it waves!
And let our heaven born banner float
O'er freemen's homes, and traitors' graves.

OLD SAUK

We are glad to see our correspondent take so philosophical a view of this matter. As he says, if anybody was to blame 
on the 4th, it was the committee of arrangements, and they alone should bear the blame. The citizens generally had 
nothing to do with it, and they as deeply regret the occurrence as the soldiers can; and so do the members of the committee; 
but what is past cannot be helped.
As to the course the Journal has taken, to which reference is made, we were the first to condemn the treatment, and the 
only apology we have made, was to state what a member of committee of arrangements informed us.
With regard to the entertainment to the regiments proposed-we trust it will be taken hold of at once; and would suggest 
that out citizens with such from the country as can make it convenient, meet as early as tomorrow afternoon, at some 
place to talk the matter over, and appoint the necessary committees for carrying out their wishes.
With the united efforts of the ladies in the country and the city, an entertainment can be gotten up that will do justice to the 
noble soldiers who have left home and friends to fight their country's battles, and be a credit to those who get it up. 
Let a movement be made in the matter at once.

Matters at Camp Randall
The progress in drill at the camp is very rapid, and the discipline excellent. No disturbances either in camp or in 
the city are created, and every thing passes along smoothly and well.
Last evening, after the dress parade, these troops were drawn up in solid square, in front of the Speaker's stand, 
and addressed by Gov. Randall in a brief and stirring speech-complimenting them very highly upon their noble and 
soldier like appearance. The remarks were received by the soldiers with great enthusiasm and cheer upon cheer rent the air.
These parades are attended by large numbers of our citizens and by friends from the country.
The 6th Regiment has been mustered into the service of the United States by Capt.. McIntyre today.
The following general orders has been issued by col. Cutler, of the sixth regiment:

GENERAL ORDERS-No.5.
Head Quarters 6th regiment W. A. M.,
Camp Randall, Madison, July 12, 1861

The following non-commissioned officers are selected and appointed to the following officers respectively, viz:
Serg't H.M. Fitch, Company B, Sergeant Major
""""   Ed. P. Brooks   """ H, Q'rt' master Serg.
""""   F. K. Jenkins,  """ A, Commissary Serg.
""""   C. P. Chapman,  """ D, Hospital Steward
Wm. Whaley,                D, Drum Major
Geo. G.Varnium             B, Fife Major
Serg'nt Albert Fox         A, Right Gen. Guide
""      B. McGinty         C, Left
""      G. W. Reed         G, Color Bearer
Corp'l M. V. smith         B, color Bearer
"""""""M. Keogh            d, color Bearer
"""""" A. G.Deacon,        E, Color Bearer
"""""" H. B. Merchant      H, Color Bearer
"""""" W. A. Remington     K, Color Bearer
By command of col. L. Cutler
Frank a. Haskell, Adjutant.

From Camp Randall
Camp Randall, Madison,
July 13, 1861
Editor Journal and Courier:
We have been in camp more than two weeks, and are therefore somewhat prepared to pass judgment upon
the peaceful avocations of military life," as exhibited here. The many phases of human nature, which one must
observe in a gathering of two thousand men, constitute an amusing study, and yet to study men all the time is open
to the objection of monotony. Camp life, as poor Major Winthrop says, is "monotonous, not monotonous; laborious,
lazy; a bore, a lark; though we must dispense with the last half peace, half war, for it is all peace with us, except
when some unlucky weight of a soldier, attempts to run guard and is rewarded for his exploits for a twenty four hours
in the guard house:
It is always letter that any deed or cause of action should be linked with a noble purpose and hence though the life in
camp seems like a picnic to a casual observer, of which they would weary in a day, yet to us, who have made it our
aim to sustain and defend the honor of the national ensign, all our drill in camp become reasonable and free from tedium,
for it is preparing us for a noble work.
The very marked improvement which is exhibited in every company of both regiments is spoken of by those military
men who visit us from day to day, and we were told by one, high in military standing, that our battalion drill yesterday,
with two trivial exceptions was as perfect as it would be, if we should remain in drill for three years. It is not a matter
of wonder, for both officers and men are unremitting in their efforts, and occupying their whole time in military evolutions.
We shall be called into the field soon and our chief hope is to have such an opportunity given us as the gallant first have had:
by seizing which they have gained glory for themselves and done high honor to the Badger State.
When in the first hour of danger, and in answer to the proclamation of the President the old Bay State so promptly and
generously responded, that some of her brave sons were lying dead in the streets of Baltimore, before other troops had
gone beyond the confines of their own State, I felt proud that I was born in Massachusetts; and as I hear of the gallant
exploits of the Wisconsin First in the battle of Falling Waters, how bravely they bore themselves in the heat of action
how coolly and determinedly both officers and men stood up to the fight and so effectually answered the charge of
cowardice, I felt rejoiced again that I could claim citizenship with the boys of the gallant first. I am inclined to think
that the ideas of the soldiers of Wisconsin will differ somewhat from those of Vallandigham of Ohio and other of his
stripe, who consider it a part of the soldier's duty to return the "contraband" to his master.
By the way, the soldiers did not consider that the fourth was much of a day, the Fifth and sixth Regiments under command
of their respective regimental officers, constituted the main feature of "ye grand Procession." We marched in column of
eight or ten abreast, and with the white Havelock's and the dust , were pretty well uniformed by the time we reached town.
After marching three hours we were left standing in the street with no provision made for furnishing us with water and no
though of other refreshment. We supplied ourselves at last some being obliged to bring water, others pails. This most
shabby treatment and shameful neglect was probably owing to the Committee rather that to the people of Madison; yet our
company could endure it as well as any other, it not being the first time.
The 5th Regiment were sworn in to day (Saturday) by Capt. McIntyre. The 6th is to be sworn in on Wednesday.
Most of the companies of the 5th swore in entire; of the other companies one or two dropped out of each. The
Governor sent word to the commandants of such companies to put the men under guard-that he would clothe them well,
feed them well, and find enough police duty for them to do at Waupun. "bully for him!" says Young American.
Our company is in fine condition and spirits. The Colonel last nigh appointed one of your men, Geo. W. Reed, to the
important post of color bearer of the regiment. We feel certain that so long as his strength shall last, the colors of the
Sixth will be carried through the thickest storm of bullets, where they shall be ordered, if strength, heroism, and pluck
are of any avail.
We are daily visited by some of our old friends of Beloit; and in behalf of the officers and men I take this opportunity to
return of Mr. Jos. Brittan our hearty thanks for the many favors he bestowed upon us,-for the flag which we carried with us
to camp, and which floated form sunrise to sunset in front of the captain's tent: when it went up and down we gave three
lusty cheers for the donor, who had placed us under so many obligations to him. And right here let me not forget to
return due thanks to Mrs. Salisbury for the splendid cake sent to the Captain and myself, the memory of which still
lingers in my throat, made more pleasant by it contrast with the salt junk, which comes in our daily rations.
What brilliant exploits Col. Seigel has performed in Missouri. It seems to me the best which we have yet known of.
But come up and see us. I promise you the hospitalities of my own camp bed, and an extra blanket.
G.L.M.

From Camp Randall
Camp Randall, Madison,
July 18, 1861
Editor Journal and courier
As the present week has been one of uncommon interest to us, I deem it quite probable that you and your readers
would like to hear something in reference to our transactions.
Following closely the 5th Regiment which was mustered into the U.S. Service last Saturday, we were mustered into
the service our noble country last Tuesday the 16th
Out of our Regiment there were only four who did not take the oath, three of whom were properly discharged, while
only one refused to take the oath. But to the honor and fidelity of the Beloit star Rifles, not a deserter appeared
when the hour arrived in which we were to swear fidelity and true allegiance to the United States. Could you have
heard the rousing cheers which were given to verify our oath, you would certainly have felt proud of Beloit's third
company.
We have often heard the compliment of being the best behaved company on the ground, and this not only form outsiders,
but from the regimental officers.
Our regimental drill is becoming good and pleasant. The more one becomes acquainted with our regimental officers the
more we like them. They are proving themselves to be men of spirit and ability, as well as men of good moral and
social qualities.
Yesterday morning the uniforms for our regiment were distributed. They are well made and from good cloth.
The uniform consists of pants, a jacket, and an overcoat. Our shoes, stockings, shirts, summer pants, caps, Havelock's,
cap covers, blankets and rubber blankets were distributed when we first arrived in camp. You will see, therefore,
that we are very well provided for in fact, far better than many can boast of. Our tents are comfortable; our living good,
though plain and rather coarse; and our clothing first rate.
Not content with our living as we do, and perhaps desiring to cultivate the acquaintance of us ("bold sojer boys")
the ladies of Madison and the country surrounding gave both regiments an excellent supper. This was certainly a bright
spot in our camp life in Madison. There is not the least doubt that we fully appreciated and enjoyed the repast,
but the sight of the ladies perhaps still more.
After the supper and dress parade, a fine State banner was presented to each regiment, with appropriate remarks,
ceremonies and cheers. This done, we prepared for a dance, which was participated in by the soldiers, who were
so fortunate as to secure the company of a fair companion. A pleasant feature of the programme was, that the fair
one danced with one but soldiers, which did not cause us any bad feeling.
The exercises wound up in perfect good order and good feeling apparently satisfactory to all.
One can hardly imagine how much good feeling is aroused among such a company of men as is manifested now in
many ways. The general wish is that it may be repeated.
C.R.H.

MATTERS AT CAMP RANDALL
Preparation for the Departure of the 6th Regiment -Inspection and Review-Uniforms, List of Officers, &c.
We spent some time at the Camp yesterday afternoon, and a busy preparation was going on for the leaving of the 
6th regiment tomorrow. The orders for the departure, issued by col. Cutler, are as follows:

HEAD QUARTERS, 6TH REGIMENT
WISCONSIN VOLUNTEERS,
Camp Randall, Madison, Wis., July 26, 1861.
General Orders No. 1
1. In obedience to orders from the Commander in chief, this Regiment will break up its present encampment on Sunday, the
28th instant, at 5 o'clock, A.M. and at 9 o'clock of the same day will take up the line of March for Washington, in the
district of Columbia.
2. The Regiment will move by Railroad, via Milwaukee, Chicago, fort Wayne, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and then to the
place of its destination.
3. The following regulation will be strictly observed during the march, viz: the several companies will enter the
Rail Road cars in their order in line of battle company "A" taking the foremost car and the same order will be
observed during the entire march.
4. Before entering the cars at each station, bayonets will be unfixed by the commands of chiefs companies and the
muskets will be so borne in the cars; by similar commands bayonets will be fixed immediately after egress of
companies from the cars; at each station.
5. Non-commissioned officers and men will take seats in the cars in regular order, the right of the company in the
front end of the car, and so will be habitually seated during the march. A sentinel will be posted at each outer
door of every car during all the time of occupancy by the companies and the sentinel at all hours, day and night,
will prevent the ingress of all persons from outside and the egress of all non-commissioned officers and men
from within, except when otherwise specially directed.
6. The usual roll-calls will be made, and morning reports handed to the Adjutant each day during the march.
7. Any soldier leaving his car or company without due permission will be severely punished; and any soldier,
who by such means may be left at any station, will be treated as a deserter, and punished accordingly.
8. No cheering will be allowed, except by command of a Regimental officer.
9. At lease one commissioned officer, at all times during the march, will remain in charge of each company.
10. Ten men a day will be detailed from each company to serve out rations to the men.
11. Perfect decorum will be preserved by all officers and men during the march; and any one guilty of an infraction
of this order will incur the displeasure of the commanding officer.
12. captains are specially charged, and will by responsible, to see that all these direction are fully observed.

By command of Col. L. CUTLER
Frank A. Haskell, Adjutant.

The regiment was inspected and reviewed yesterday afternoon, by General Stephens, Inspector General of the State. 
The men were all in full uniform, and supplied with arms belonging to the State.-
They are not to receive their regular arms until they arrive at Harrisburg.

The Pay-Master General was busily engaged during the afternoon, in paying of the soldiers, in the regular coin. 
This created a happy feeling among them. We have taken considerable pains in examining the uniforms furnished to the 
6th Regiment and take much pleasure in stating, that they bear the test of examination well. The cloth is of a good quality 
and it is well made up. It was evidently supplied by a house, having some regard for its own character, and the terms of 
the contract have been complied with to the letter. The men feel satisfied and proud of their clothing and will move on to 
the seat of war fully conscious that they are as well cared for as are the soldiers from any state. this feeling will do much 
to encourage them to noble and daring deeds. Each man is furnished with an overcoat, and with everything necessary to 
keep him comfortable. It is a great consolation to the people of the State to know that the men who go forth to battle are 
provided with all the comforts that can be furnished.

Wisconsin now maintains an enviable position among the states of the Union for the superiority of her troops, and 
for the excellent condition in which they are sent forth. Praise for out men in the line, and of those in power at home, 
is heard in every part of the nation. In the men and outfit of the 6th Regiment none of this proud distinction will be lost. 
In all respects, this one comes fully up to any of its predecessors. The men are robust and determined anxious to be in the 
hottest of the fight. No truer hearts have gone before them, and none will present a cleaner record when the battle is over 
than the Wisconsin 6th unless appearances are deceptive.

We are glad to know that this regimen will pass through Milwaukee on its departure form the State. 
It is buy proper that the people of the great Metropolis of Wisconsin, should have the privilege of showing their 
good will, and in cheering on the noble soldiers, as they go forth to battle and to glory.

MILWAUKEE  HOSPITALITIES- How the soldiers who defended her from the mob were treated.- The Milwaukee 
papers have had considerably to say in regard to the neglect to provide water for soldiers in this city on the 4th, an 
oversight for which a committee was responsible, and which our citizens, as soon as it was discovered hastened to 
remedy.
From a letter written by a member of the Berlin Light Guard, in the Sentinel of yesterday, stating how the companies 
detailed from Camp Randall a few weeks ago, to protect the lives and property of citizens of Milwaukee from the fury 
of a mob, were treated in that city, we should think that prudence would suggest to its editors that the less they have to 
say in recognition of the hospitality of other towns, the better for their own reputation.
Here is a specimen of the hospitalities which Milwaukee extended to the soldiers that came to defend and protect her:
We arrived in Milwaukee at about nine o'clock P.M., when we were immediately detailed to guard the guns, one on 
Main street, and the other at Spring street bridge, with out having our supper or refreshment of any kind, except a 
few crackers and some cheese purchased by Major Larrabee, who after trying about two hours gave up the idea of 
being able to get us some supper.
We remained on guard duty until six o'clock the next morning when we were relieved by some other company, and 
soon after were called to breakfast, at the Newhall House, where we hoped to be treated to at least a comfortable meal, 
after out arm fast; but in this we were mistaken, the table only being furnished with the commonest kind of eatables.
After breakfast our officers endeavored to get us a place to rest and if circumstances would admit her a little sleep.
This they were not able to do, except upon the sidewalk, which under the circumstances we were glad to accept. 
Accordingly we stretched our weary limbs upon the sidewalk in front of the Newhall House, where we gazed at 
by the Disinterested citizens of Milwaukee, (whose lives and property we had protected through the night,) for about 
two or three hours, when we were driven from our place of rest by the rays of the scorching sun.
About noon we were summoned to dinner at the Newhall House, which was a stereotyped copy of the breakfast we 
had eaten in the morning as was also the supper we had in the evening.
In the afternoon, there being a prospect of a shower, we were taken to the Light guard Armory, where we were kindly 
allowed to sleep on the naked floor the following night.

THE PROGRESS OF THE SIXTH REGIMENT
Passage through Milwaukee and Chicago
(from Milwaukee Wisconsin)

The 6th regiment, Col. Cutler, arrived here from Madison yesterday. Their arrival was announced by the booming of cannon,
and after disembarking they took by their line of march and proceeded through the city in the manner published.
They were escorted by two home companies the light Infantry and Scott Guards.
On arriving again at the Mississippi freight depot and the warehouse of J. J. Tallmadge. They were treated to a most
bountiful and inviting entertainment, which was the fare-will offering of the citizens at large-particularly of the ladies
of the city. The tables were spread with all that was tempting and with a far greater abundance than was needed, Besides
the eatables the tables were generously supplied with flowers that had been given by the ladies and there were enough to
give a banquet to every soldier after the feast was over.
The collation was the finest of the kind without exception that we ever saw, and too much credit cannot be awarded to the
committee of arrangements for the successful manner in which it passed off. The ladies also, who volunteered their
services to wait on the tables as well as all who gave so abundantly are entitled to all praise for their patriotic services.
The soldiers not only had all they wanted to eat but also all they wanted to carry away in their haversacks. They also
generally filled up their canteens with coffee and as they marched off with their haversacks their canteens and their
innards all full and with bouquets in their hands, they were in the best of spirits and perhaps a remark that one of them
made after the entertainment was over, was a fair expression k of the general feeling of the whole regiment. "well" says
he, "you mean to have us go off feeling well if we do get shot." And they all did seem to fell well. the crowd of people
to witness the march of the regiment through the city and also to see them off was immense, and of all classes, ages, and
both sexes.
They took their departure between 5 and 6pm and the train was composed of 36 cars, including the baggage and other
conveyances.
There was on board quite a number of ladies who went in the capacity of nurses. And also others who were the wives,
of different officers, and who go only a portion of the way. We lost with the Regiment one of our most talented clergymen,
Rev N. A. Staples of the church of the Redeemer, who goes as Chaplain. Col. Cutter was also of this city. Also I. N.
Mason the Quartermaster. And two of the companies were from this city. Others who were members of the Regiment
go from this city.

From the Chicago Journal of last evening the average height of the "boys" of the sixth is five feet eight and a half.-
They are muscular and young, there being less than fifty married men in the entire regiment. There are but a few of these
from cities or villages, seven eights of their number being backwoodsmen, timber men, ets. With such material admirably
officered and drilled, Col. Cutler's Twelve Hundred will do to bet upon every time.
For four hours a crowd of several thousand persons awaited the arrival of the trains at the Milwaukee depot in this city,
and when the locomotive uttered its hoarse notes of arrival, ten thousand hats and handkerchiefs danced in the air and loud
and prolonged cheering welcomed the hardy and Gallant Badgers.
Both Kinzie and Canal streets were so packed with people, that it was necessary to resort to stratagem to effect a passage
for the troops. Filing to the left, the right column proceeded in a westerly direction, giving the crowd the impression that it
would proceed to the Pittsburg and Ft. Wayne depot by a back street. The latter depot was immediately made the goal of
scampering rushing thousands. As soon as the sovereigns and cleared the streets the troops again wheeled and marched
with ease through the city headed by Supt. Bradley and a strong posse of police. The line of march was fringed on either
side of the street with admiring thousands.
Arriving at the depot the troops entered the cars and were immediately served with hot coffee bread, butter, ham beefsteak,
sandwiches, and any quantity of apples by our citizens who were a thousand time repaid by the grateful thanks of the troops.
Our citizens did nobly. There was enough and to spare, and after satisfying the wants of their stomachs the soldiers, with an
eye to the future stowed away many a delicious sandwich in their knapsacks.

We found the fifth Wisconsin Regiment here also just packing up to leave for Harper's ferry, via Baltimore and the Relay House. 
The Sixth takes the same route tomorrow, and neither receives arms until its arrival at Harper's ferry.-
This action on the part of the government meets with the loudest curses, many searing they will never go 
through Baltimore or Maryland unarmed. I do not imagine any difficulty will be experienced. Col. Cobb and 
Lient. Col. Emery are in good condition, and anxious to be off. Major Larraber had to Washington probably on 
some wild goose chase, possibly on business.

REV. C. E. Weirich made an excellent speech the assembly, and was followed by M. W. Wheeler, district Attorney, 
whose 
remarks were also received with great applause. F. M. Stewart, clerk of the court, next addressed them making 
his "madden speech" from the good sense and vigor of which his friends predict for him a most brilliant future.
Here many of the parting scenes were reenacted, as most of their friends were obliged to return home instead of 
passing over to Sauk.
We know that every village and county is partial to its own volunteers, but we are confident that for the qualities 
in which a true soldier glories, Sauk county may proudly assure herself that her delegates to the battle field are 
unsurpassed. To physical strength and endurance, they unite that sense of duty which, in obedience to orders. 
Will march 
them to the cannon's mouth, or in the absence of restraint, will prevent them from 
disgracing themselves, their homes, or their country. In leaving us, they take with them thousands of hearts. 
Our eyes will follow them, looking the papers over for tidings of their success and safety. Worth fighting 
for must be that cause which can persuade a community to offer up the flower of its youth, their services 
and lives even, if necessary, to ensure its success. And all honor to the brave fellows who have answered 
so manfully to their county's call. God bless them, and bring them back in triumph, ever one!

TRIP OF THE VOLUNTEERS TO MADISON
(The following sprightly communication reached us last week only as we went to press.
Though late, we are sure it will be read with interest by all).
Friend Kellogg:-Perhaps some of the readers of the Republic, and more especially those
who are friends and relates of the Sauk co. rifleman, would be pleased to learn some of
the particulars respecting the journey of our boys, as we call them, to camp Randall, the
manner in which they were received along the line of the road, and by the officers of the
Sixth Regiment, of which they form a part. Since a very graphic description of their
journey over the bluffs, and of the big picnic dinner at Kingston has already been given
we will not attempt to make any additions to that, but proceed to the remainder of the
journey. After having spent about two hours with the good people of K., and eaten till we
were quite and eaten, till we were quite corpulent, of the nice things-such as baked
chickens, pies, cakes, strawberries and cream, and various other things, too numerous to
mention, we took passage in a wagon with some of the volunteers for Sauk, Sauce or
Saukee doodle we hardly know which for we visited them all and had a good time at each.
The boys left Kingston in good spirits and with dry eyes; but we think some of them got
their visionary cognomens slightly damped, if not their spirits, by the hard shower
which overtook us before we reached Sauk. We found the people of Prairie-du sac and
Sank city, ready to receive us a committee having been previously appointed to wait on
direct us to the several places at which we were to spend the night. We conclude they
were glad to see us, for they treated us in a manner quite laudable; in other words they
had on the big kettle and were all prepared to do the thing up brown.
We spent the ev3ening quite pleasantly to ourselves, and we think not unpleasantly to the
citizens, as the most perfect order prevailed throughout the whole company there as well
as elsewhere.
In the morning the boys went through a skirmish drill on the common in Upper town,
then marched to Sauk City, where a bountiful repast was prepared, of which we partook
in a manner not uncommon among Yankee boys. After dinner the company formed into
line and listened to a short but suitable address by Rev. Mr. Miller. He spoke with intense
feeling of the necessity under which we are placed of parting with the fairest hopes, the
brightest prospects of out country in so righteous yet unprecedented a cause. He spoke in
the highest terms of the military appearance of the boys also of their highly moral and
intellectual attainments as a company and with a god bless you, and a wish that they
might all return safe to their peaceful and happy homes, he bade them good byes.
His remarks were followed by three hearty cheers, after which Howard Huntington by
request of the company made a very appropriate reply. Thanking the citizens for their
kindness and hospitality, promising unswerving fidelity to the Union and constitution,
and pledging to die sooner than witness the desecration of our time-honored Stars and
Stripes. The company then gave three bumpers for the Ladies and Gentlemen of Sauk
who had opened their liberal hearts and spacious houses a nd had given them such a
hearty welcome and entertained them so handsomely; all of which was done without
charge to any one with the exception of the keeping of some teams at the hotels in Upper
Sauk for which a round price was charged.-the same patriotic hospitality was extended to
the teams on their return. The citizens then gave three prolonged cheers for the Sauk
county riflemen who have volunteered to lay down their lives, if need by, in defense our
glorious free institutions.
We then turned our eyes in the direction of the bridge and found to our surprise not less
18 or 20 teams, including three private carriages for the commissioned officers, a fine
four horse team for the band, two good buggies for the Sergeants and corporals, and other
teams including those from here sufficient to carry the privates, all in readiness to convey
us to Mazomanie. Our ride to Mazomanie was pleasant and we enjoyed it hugely; the
monotony generally attending such excursions being occasionally broken by a lively glee
or piece of stirring music by the band. We arrived at Mazomanie about 3 o'clock. When
within about half a mile of the village we came to halt, formed in company and marched
into town in a manner (as they said,) that put all the companies which had passed through
there in an eclipse. The boys had a good time the remainder of the afternoon and went
through their regular routine of gymnastic exercises with all the agility and adroitness of a
well drilled circus company, and much to the admiration of bystanders.-At half past five
the company was formed, and to the astonishment of most of them, were invited to march
into the dining hall at the depot, and administer justice to a bountiful repast with had been
kindly prepared by the patriotic ladies of Mazomanie. Though they had but three or four
hours notice about 70 feet of table was completely loaded with all the good things a king
could ask for, and much to the credit of those who participated in the good work. After
tea Messrs. Lee, cowls, Luce and fox gave us several pieces of soul-stirring music. The
hall was densely crowded, and when Capt. Malloy called for three cheers for the Stars
and Stripes, all, men, women and children, indiscriminately, raised their voices to the
highest key and gave the loudest applause we have heard in months. The Captain then
called for three cheers for the ladies of Mazomanie in recognition of their kindness in
preparing for them so sumptuous a feast, and we do not hesitate to say the boys gave their
hands loaded with flowers, and requested an introduction to the officers of the company,
which was most cheerfully granted, and each officer was presented with a beautiful
bouquet. We also had the good fortune to get one, though perhaps more on account of our
good looks than bravery!
Much credit is due the people of Sauk and Mazomanie for the kindness so profusely
lavished upon the boys, and we assure them it will never be forgotten; and when on the
battle field the thoughts of the warm friends in Sauk county will strengthen their sinews
and nerve them to fight more valiantly.
While waiting for the train in which we were to take passage, Prof. Chapman came
forward with a class of girls and sang Yankee Doodle and Star Spangled Banner. Their
music was excellent and much to their, as well as their leader's credit.
We had seen but few melancholy countenances, till the rumbling of the cars, the
whistling of the iron horse and the ringing of the bell announced the arrival of the train
which was to take us to Madison. Then it seemed the boys began to realize more fully the
fact that they were going away from home. Although but few tears were shed yet their
thoughts were vividly depicted in their countenances as they entered the cars, and looked
from the windows to take perhaps a last look of and bid a last good bye to the friends
with whom they had had so pleasant and happy a meeting. Presently we heard the cry all
aboard; then the bell rang. The engine blew a shrill whistle and off we moved amid the
vociferous cheers and Good speed yours of the hundreds assembled to witness the
departure of the brave volunteers who had enlisted to fight for Union and Liberty. At
every station we were greeted with cheers, which were answered by the band in a few
strains of lively music. At almost every house we passed might be seen men standing
with mouths wide extended and hats swinging, who were as we swinging though we
supposed cheering, though we could not hear them for the noise the cars.
We arrived in Madison about 9.5 o'clock where we found colonel Atwood in waiting to
receive us. The company was then formed and marshaled through the city to the old fair
ground, now Camp Randall. Our self being somewhat desirous of seeing the elephant
took a foot express and went along with them. Arriving at the entrance of the camp, we
found a company stationed at charge bayonet, who gave three cheers as we passed
through. We were then directed to the barracks where we found plenty of clean straw and
a blanket for each. It being late and the most of the company quite fatigued with the
tramp and ride of the day, we rather unceremoniously pulled off out boots and crawled
into the straw where we had a fine snooze. At half past five in the morning the companies
were all called out for drill, when of course our boys were all on hand like a picked-up
dinner and each one tried to do his best, and to our great astonishment the Sauk Co.
riflemen were the objects of admiration of all officers and men and we think justly for
they are the best company in Camp R. in appearance and intellect, and we have since
learned that the company are assigned the post of honor in the Sixth Regiment.
On Friday our boys were selected to escort the Richland co. Rifles to camp from the
depot, which they did in tip-top style. The work is not exceedingly hard since they have
to drill but four or five hours a day. The parade drill is fine. The field officers of both
regiments are capable in all respects and men who will merit the highest respect and
esteem of all under their command.
Both regiments mess at the same time and in one hall. Their food though quite plain is
wholesome, doubtless the boys will miss pies and cakes. The most perfect order prevail
throughout the camp and although under strict discipline we believe all are suited and
happy.
The Beloit Cornet Band, belonging to the fifth regiment are there to discourse the finest
music at each parade drill, and occasionally give a concert in the evening. We left the
boys in good spirits and anxious for on opportunity to present their compliments to
traitors in the shape of cold lead. Sauk county may well be proud of the company she has
sent to aid in the suppression and punishment of rebels. We have no doubt they will
perform every duty in a manner creditable to themselves and worthy the approbation of
all interested in themselves and worthy the approbation of all interested in them. They
have brave hearts and in battle will stand firm and fight valiantly. They will stand
shoulder and to shoulder in the conflict, and we believe those who stand last will avenge
the death of those who may fall. We hope they may return from the war with never fading
laurels; then will we sit together around the social hearth and recount in story or celebrate
in song the achievements of the past and if need be, drop a tear over the graves of those
who shall fall in the righteous cause in which they are engaged.
CAMP RANDALL-THE SAUK CO. RIFLES.
The tents for the use of the 6th Regiment have arrived at Camp Randall, and are being
pitched on the slope at the west side of the enclosure just south of the officers
headquarters.
The two companies from Milwaukee have returned, and there were nine companies in the
regimental parade this morning. These however, included the Prairie du Chien Vol. And
the Sauk Co. rifles, belonging to the 6th Regiment.
The Sauk County rifles arrived last evening, and give renewed evidence of the muscular
resources of Wisconsin. No company raised in the State can surpass these Sauk county
boys in brawn. Hardy and gallant as we though the first companies raised for the war in
this State, the regiments come up better and better in the physical proportions of their
men, the second surpassing the first, and these later regiments promising to prove
superior in this respect to second. The reason doubtless is that the first were from the
cities and villages and the latter mainly from the regular yeomanry of the country.
CAPT. A. G. MALLOY, of the Sauk co. Rifles, has had considerable military experience,
and has his men in excellent training. The first Lieutenant is our old friend and ex-editor,
D. K. Noyes; t. c. Thomas being the Second Lieutenant. The men are not yet uniformed
except with caps which are gray trimmed with green.
Both officers and men of the fifth are rapidly improving, and will soon go through the
intricacies of the battalion drill with the ease and grace of experienced soldiers.
Personal.- F. K. Jenkins, Esq,. Of this village had received the appointment from col.
Cutler of commissary of the sixth Regiment. Mr. Jenkins is an active man, always on had
when anything is to be done, and will doubtless do his best in his new sphere of labor.
He will by this appointment, keep company with his son, who is one of the youngest
members of the Sauk co. Riflemen.
Mr. J. came home last Tuesday evening.
-Among the company whose departure has left such a vacancy here, we observe several
personalities of especial interest. The Captain, A. g. Malloy, has seen active service in
Mexico and was for several months an orderly in the late Gen. Worth's staff. D. K. Noyes
1st lieut., was our predecessor as editor of the "Republic," and was one of the few
unscathed members of the Legislature of 1856. The 2d Lieut. T. c. Thomas, was the late
teller of the Sauk co. Bank and is a brother of the Cashier, T. Thomas. Another brother,
W. B. Thomas, is Treasurer, of the Company. Jos. I. Weirich, son of rev. c. e. Weurich of
this place, was a printer in this office, where he leaves a great vacancy. Jo. Is a "tip-top"
printer and will do credit to his company through thick and thin. John Starks, another
officer is a son of Gen. A. w. Starks ex State-prison commissioner of this State. The four
Jones in the company are all brothers, and their father says on the next call his two other
sons will go then he will go himself. Harvey H. Childs the kinship of the Company has a
brother serving beside him. Edgar d. Ames formerly carrier of this paper is a grandson of
one of the few revolutionary veterans yet living, and now residing in Dane county. Young
Ames has a brother in the 1st regiment. There are four Johnson's, but whether all brothers
or not we cannot say. There are two Fowlers, brothers, two Wynans brothers, and two
Moores also brothers we believe. C. H. Foote, stands at the head of the company in point
of height.


MATTERS AT CAMP RANDALL
THE INTEREST IN THE PARADES AND DRILLS AT THE CAMP IS RAPIDLY 
INCREASING AMONG OUR CITIZENS, AS IN EVINCED BY THE LARGE 
NUMBERS THAT ARE ATTRACTED TO THAT PLACE AT THE HOUR OF EACH 
PARADE. LAST EVENING A VERY LARGE NUMBER WERE IN ATTENDANCE, 
AND ALL WERE HIGHLY DELIGHTED WITH THE ANIMATED APPEARANCE 
OF THE GROUNDS AND WITH THE SOLDIERLY BEARING OF THE TROOPS. 
THE SOLDIERS WERE FEELING REMARKABLY WELL, AND MADE A FINE 
DISPLAY.
The Stoughton Brass Band were present last evening and supplied the music for the 
parade of the 6th regiment. This is a most excellent Band, and many of the members are 
very anxious to volunteer their services as the regimental band for the 6th, but we 
understand there are one or two who cannot go at his time. The regiment would be lucky 
if it could secure the services o this fine Band.
The regimental drills of the 5th (col. Cobb's) regiment are in the forenoon; and those of 
the 6th (col. Cutler's) are in the afternoon of each day. Both regiments have a dress parade 
at 6./5 o'clock, P.M.

RATIONS FOR THE SIXTH.-F.K. JENKINS, Commissary of the 6th Regiment, which
left last Sunday, sends us a statement of the amount of food it takes to last a thousand
Badger boys four days:
3000 lbs. Ham; 2500 corned beef; 300 dried beef; 1000 lbs. Cheese; 2000 lbs. Sea
biscuit; 2500 lbs. Baked bread.
This affords about a pound and a half meat and the same of bread per day to each man.
Fighting men must have substantial dinners, and if we may judge by company a, they will
do justice to all the good eatables thy are likely to meet with.
MATTERS AT CAMP RANDALL.
The dress parade of the two regiments last evening was witnessed by large numbers of
our citizens and all were well paid for the trouble of going out of the camp. The two
regiment were drawn up on the same line, presenting an array of soldiers that cannot be
excelled in their general appearance by those of any other state. Better drilled soldiers may
be found; but no more intelligent healthy and determined looking men can be found
anywhere. A large majority of these men are above medium size, young and active; they
have left their homes at their country's call with the full determination to do full duty in
preserving the government entire. A cause that can bring such men into the fields must be
just and will surely prevail. The parade ground is in excellent condition now, and the
troops enjoy their drills in a high degree.
We understand that the regimental drills during the day yesterday were exceedingly
interesting showing great improvement over previous one.
The best of order prevails in every department and we hear of no dissatisfaction from any
source. The Milwaukee Zouaves treated a large cowed of people to one of the regular
Zouave drills after the parade last evening, which was enjoyed very much by all present;
and none seemed to enjoy it better than the Zouaves themselves.
It is great satisfaction to be able to record, from day to day so favorable an account of the
proceeding s oat camp. It is alike creditable to both officers and men and gives great
promise for their future usefulness.

MATTERS AT CAMP RANDALL
We spent a short time at camp Randall this forenoon, and was much pleased with the appearance
of things. All persons, both officers and soldiers, were busy in perfecting their drill and other
arrangements preparatory to leaving the state in the service of their country; and they re making
excellent use of their time.
Both regiments are now full-the entire twenty companies being in camp. The last company-the Lemonwier
Minute men-arrived on Saturday evening. This company numbers ninety five, rank and file, and is make
up principally of lumbermen all endured to hardship, and are all anxious to be called into active service,
in defense of their country. We understand that nearly every member of this company is a temperance man
in the strictest sense of the term-abstaining from all intoxicating drinks. The company is not as thoroughly
drilled as it would have been if called into service several weeks ago. It was at first assigned to a place
in the Eighth Regiment, and they were informed that that regiment would not be called upon till after harvest,
when many of the men went into other companies or home to their business.
But when called upon, though unexpectedly, it was promptly filled up with most excellent men, who though
inexperienced have the will and determination that will soon make good soldiers of them.
The commissioned officers are Captain R.R. Dawes,. 1st Lieut., J. A. Kellogg, 2d Lieut., John Crane, Orderly,
David L. Quaw. This company belongs to the 6th regiment.
There were religious services upon the Camp ground yesterday at 101/2 o'clock. A sermon was preached by the
Rev. Mr. Drown, of Beaver Dam, and it is said to be one of great excellence. We shall hope in a day or to
receive a copy for publication.
We hear of no dissatisfaction in Camp of any kind. Every thing moves smoothly and rapid progress in being
made the science of military.
From Camp Randall

July 2d, 1861
Editor Journal Courier:
Our camp begins to appear more military than the joy we came in, the fifth has nine companies in, and ours
the sixth has seven. The former are in tents.
We, as yet occupy barracks. Our tents, however are being pitched and we shall go into them to-day or to-morrow.
In consequence of their shingling the barracks, our men do not enjoy the peculiar luxuries, which dampened the
ardor of may of the Second Regiment, of which we have hear from divers; and sundry returned warriors.
Our company
The Beloit Star Rifles arrived, at half past one of Thursday, the day we started.
The very excellent music of the Fifth regimental Band, under Dr. Craig, welcomed us at the depot, and escorted
us, in company with the Montgomery Guards, to the camp. After marching to our quarters, conducted by Lieut.
Col. Atwood, we a desperately hungry set, were told that dinner would be ready in twenty minutes. The eating
establishment is an extension of one of the buildings, put up when the enclosure was used for the fair grounds.
Each table can accommodate over a hundred men, and the whole building about three thousand. The old inscription
on the outside struck me as quite suggestive Operative Machinery was there, and let anybody look in during meal
time and observe the movement of the sub-maxillary muscle, he would conclude that machinery was operation quite
extensively. At the table we met the Commissary General, e. R. Wadsworth, who has gained great credit by the
excellent management and system he has introduced into this department.
He is assisted by his old clerk, Frank Wheeler.
The next day we were called out for battalion drill, Our men are taking pride in being as well drilled and in making
as soldier like an appearance as any company, and they can and will do it. We are on drill and parade about six hours a day.
Previous to yesterday the companies of both regiment paraded together, reviewed alternately by Col. A. Cobb of the Fifth and
Col. L. Cutler of the Sixth, Now we parade separately. The regimental officers of the sixth are-Colonel, L. Cutler;
Lt. Col, J.P. Atwood; Major-Sweet Adjutant, Frank Haskell. I think we are peculiarly fortunate in these officers.
Col. Cutler is a man of full six feet in height, well proportioned, with hair and beard slightly gray, affable and quiet in
appearance, but having about the mouth enough of the old roman look to show that determination and sternness, those best of
qualities in a military commander, will not be wanting in him, when the time and occasion demand. The gentlemanly bearing of
Lt. Col. Atwood, and his fitness for the place have already made him popular with us all. He is now at Milwaukee, in command
of the companies sent there.
Our Captain, M.A. Northrop, is very popular with the men, and col. Cutler paid him the compliment of appointing him, first of
all the captains of the sixth regiment, as officer of the day. The particular duties of this office I will write in my next.
But I must go to breakfast; for know that I have written this before seven o'clock, by which time we have usually drilled
an hour and a half. Reveille is at 5 o'clock a.m. Ties hard on the constitution, but the hour's work fits us for the tin
platter of steak, to be eaten on tin plates, for the coffee (not sweet enough) taken from tin pails and drank from tin cups,
and for the bread piled up in tin pans, which invariably we find at the "Operative Machinery" Department, and I write this
last sentience looking around for the tin dipper with which I may fill the tin wash basin, by which I make ready for the
first great duty of the day.
Yours truly, G.L.M.


Correspondence of the State Journal
Camp Randall, July 11, 1861
Messrs. Editors:-As considerable excitement prevails in the Camp, growing out of the treatment of the volunteers on the 
4th inst., and the position that a great many of the volunteers think that the Journal has taken in relation thereto, I though it 
would not be out of place to make an attempt through the Journal, to cool the present excited feeling towards the citizens 
of Madison.
I have no doubt that our noble volunteers were grossly neglected on that day, by the citizens of Madison; but whether that 
|neglect was willful or not, I am not prepared to say. Charity would lead me to hope that it was not so; and I trust my 
fellow-soldiers will be led to entertain the same opinion. I have had some experience as a member of committees on the 
4th of July, and I believe the committee of arrangements is generally responsible for the proceedings on that day; therefore, 
I would exonerate the citizens, especially the ladies, (god bless them!) and put the blame on the committee; and I hope 
they will acknowledge that they were at fault, remember, fellow-citizens, in your intercourse with us that we have left 
our homes, our kindred and friends, to go forth and fight for the upholding of the government under which you as private 
citizens, and we as citizen soldiers, live and are protected.
Having said this much, allow me to say a word to our volunteers, Boys, if a dinner is prepared for us by our friends in 
Dane county, outside of Madison, and the ladies of Madison furnish the "nick nacks"and "fixens," how can we refuse to 
partake of it? We shat have to "cave" before such a company armed with such formidable weapons. Ladies of Madison, 
bring in your "fixins," and we shall appreciate the gift, not for its intrinsic value, but on account of the motive which 
prompts the act; for many of you have fathers, and brothers, and husbands, who have gone, are about to go, to fight 
the battles of our common country.
Down with the traitors serpent flag!
Death to the wretch o'er whom it waves!
And let our heaven born banner float
O'er freemen's homes, and traitors' graves.
OLD SAUK

We are glad to see our correspondent take so philosophical a view of this matter. As he says, if anybody was to blame
on the 4th, it was the committee of arrangements, and they alone should bear the blame. The citizens generally had nothing
to do with it, and they as deeply regret the occurrence as the soldiers can; and so do the members of the committee; but
what is past cannot be helped.
As to the course the Journal has taken, to which reference is made, we were the first to condemn the treatment, and the
only apology we have made, was to state what a member of committee of arrangements informed us.
With regard to the entertainment to the regiments proposed-we trust it will be taken hold of at once; and would suggest
that out citizens with such from the country as can make it convenient, meet as early as tomorrow afternoon, at some
place to talk the matter over, and appoint the necessary committees for carrying out their wishes.
With the united efforts of the ladies in the country and the city, an entertainment can be gotten up that will do justice
to the noble soldiers who have left home and friends to fight their country's battles, and be a credit to those who get it up.
Let a movement be made in the matter at once.

Matters at Camp Randall
The progress in drill at the camp is very rapid, and the discipline excellent. No disturbances either in camp or in the
city are created, and every thing passes along smoothly and well.
Last evening, after the dress parade, these troops were drawn up in solid square, in front of the Speaker's stand, and
addressed by Gov. Randall in a brief and stirring speech-complimenting them very highly upon their noble and soldier
like appearance. The remarks were received by the soldiers with great enthusiasm and cheer upon cheer rent the air.
These parades are attended by large numbers of our citizens and by friends from the country.
The 6th Regiment has been mustered into the service of the United States by Capt. McIntyre today.
The following general orders has been issued by col. Cutler, of the sixth regiment:

GENERAL ORDERS-No.5.
Head Quarters 6th regiment W.A. M.,
Camp Randall, Madison, July 12, 1861
The following non-commissioned officers are selected
and appointed to the following officers respectively, viz:
Serg't H.M. Fitch, Company B, Sergeant Major
"""" Ed. P. Brooks """ H, Q'rt' master Serg.
"""" F. K. Jenkins, """ A, Commissary Serg.
"""" C. P. Chapman, """ D, Hospital Steward
Wm. Whaley, D, Drum Major
Geo. G.Varnium B, Fife Major
Serg'nt Albert Fox A, Right Gen. Guide
"" B. McGinty C, Left
"" G. W. Reed G, Color Bearer
Corp'l M. V. Smith B, color Bearer
"""""""M. Keogh D, color Bearer
"""""" A. G.Deacon, E, Color Bearer
"""""" H. B. Merchant H, Color Bearer
"""""" W. A. Remington K, Color Bearer
By command of Col. L. Cutler
Frank a. Haskell, Adjutant.

From Camp Randall
Camp Randall, Madison,
July 13, 1861
Editor Journal and Courier:
We have been in camp more than two weeks, and are therefore somewhat prepared to pass judgment upon the
peaceful avocations of military life," as exhibited here. The many phases of human nature, which one must observe
in a gathering of two thousand men, constitute an amusing study, and yet to study men all the time is open to the
objection of monotony. Camp life, as poor Major Winthrop says, is "monotonous, not monotonous; laborious,
lazy; a bore, a lark; though we must dispense with the last half peace, half war, for it is all peace with us, except
when some unlucky weight of a soldier, attempts to run guard and is rewarded for his exploits for a twenty four
hours in the guard house:
It is always letter that any deed or cause of action should be linked with a noble purpose and hence though the life
in camp seems like a picnic to a casual observer, of which they would weary in a day, yet to us, who have made it
our aim to sustain and defend the honor of the national ensign, all our drill in camp become reasonable and free
from tedium, for it is preparing us for a noble work.
The very marked improvement which is exhibited in every company of both regiments is spoken of by those
military men who visit us from day to day, and we were told by one, high in military standing, that our battalion
drill yesterday, with two trivial exceptions was as perfect as it would be, if we should remain in drill for three years.
It is not a matter of wonder, for both officers and men are unremitting in their efforts, and occupying their whole time
in military evolutions. We shall be called into the field soon and our chief hope is to have such an opportunity given
us as the gallant first have had: by seizing which they have gained glory for themselves and done high honor to the
Badger State.
When in the first hour of danger, and in answer to the proclamation of the President the old Bay State so promptly and
generously responded, that some of her brave sons were lying dead in the streets of Baltimore, before other troops had
gone beyond the confines of their own State, I felt proud that I was born in Massachusetts; and as I hear of the gallant
exploits of the Wisconsin First in the battle of Falling Waters, how bravely they bore themselves in the heat of action
how coolly and determinedly both officers and men stood up to the fight and so effectually answered the charge of
cowardice, I felt rejoiced again that I could claim citizenship with the boys of the gallant first. I am inclined to think
that the ideas of the soldiers of Wisconsin will differ somewhat from those of Vallandigham of Ohio and other of
his stripe, who consider it a part of the soldier's duty to return the "contraband" to his master.
By the way, the soldiers did not consider that the fourth was much of a day, the Fifth and sixth Regiments under
command of their respective regimental officers, constituted the main feature of "ye grand Procession." We marched
in column of eight or ten abreast, and with the white Havelock's and the dust , were pretty well uniformed by the
time we reached town. After marching three hours we were left standing in the street with no provision made for
furnishing us with water and no though of other refreshment. We supplied ourselves at last some being obliged to
bring water, others pails. This most shabby treatment and shameful neglect was probably owing to the Committee
rather that to the people of Madison; yet our company could endure it as well as any other, it not being the first time.
The 5th Regiment were sworn in to day (Saturday) by Capt. McIntyre. The 6th is to be sworn in on Wednesday.
Most of the companies of the 5th swore in entire; of the other companies one or two dropped out of each. The
Governor sent word to the commandants of such companies to put the men under guard-that he would clothe them
well, feed them well, and find enough police duty for them to do at Waupun. "bully for him!" says Young American.
Our company is in fine condition and spirits. The Colonel last nigh appointed one of your men, Geo. W. Reed, to the
important post of color bearer of the regiment. We feel certain that so long as his strength shall last, the colors of the
Sixth will be carried through the thickest storm of bullets, where they shall be ordered, if strength, heroism, and
pluck are of any avail.
We are daily visited by some of our old friends of Beloit; and in behalf of the officers and men I take this opportunity
to return of Mr. Jos. Brittan our hearty thanks for the many favors he bestowed upon us,-for the flag which we
carried with us to camp, and which floated form sunrise to sunset in front of the captain's tent: when it went up and
down we gave three lusty cheers for the donor, who had placed us under so many obligations to him. And right here
let me not forget to return due thanks to Mrs. Salisbury for the splendid cake sent to the Captain and myself, the
memory of which still lingers in my throat, made more pleasant by it contrast with the salt junk, which comes in our
daily rations.
What brilliant exploits Col. Siegel has performed in Missouri. It seems to me the best which we have yet known of.
But come up and see us. I promise you the hospitalities of my own camp had, and an extra blanket.
G.L.M.

From Camp Randall
Camp Randall, Madison,
July 18, 1861
Editor Journal and courier
As the present week has been one of uncommon interest to us, I deem it quite probable that you and your readers
would like to hear something in reference to our transactions.
Following closely the 5th Regiment which was mustered into the U.S. Service last Saturday, we were mustered into
the service our noble country last Tuesday the 16th
Out of our Regiment there were only four who did not take the oath, three of whom were properly discharged, while only
only one refused to take the oath. But to the honor and fidelity of the Beloit star Rifles, not a deserter appeared when the
hour arrived in which we were to swear fidelity and true allegiance to the United States. Could you have heard the
rousing cheers which were given to verify our oath, you would certainly have felt proud of Beloit's third company.
We have often heard the compliment of being the best behaved company on the ground, and this not only form outsiders,
but from the regimental officers.
Our regimental drill is becoming good and pleasant. The more one becomes acquainted with our regimental officers
the more we like them. They are proving themselves to be men of sprit and ability, as well as men of good moral and
social qualities.
Yesterday morning the uniforms for our regiment were distributed. They are well made and from good cloth. The
uniform consists of pants, a jacket, and an overcoat. Our shoes, stockings, shirts, summer pants, caps, Havelock's, cap
covers, blankets and rubber blankets were distributed when we first arrived in camp. You will see, therefore, that we
are very well provided for in fact, far better than many can boast of. Our tents are comfortable; our living good, though
plain and rather coarse; and our clothing first rate.
Not content with our living as we do, and perhaps desiring to cultivate the acquaintance of us ("bold sojer boys") the
ladies of Madison and the country surrounding gave both regiments an excellent supper. This was certainly a bright spot
in our camp life in Madison. There is not the least doubt that we fully appreciated and enjoyed the repast, but the sight
of the ladies perhaps still more.
After the supper and dress parade, a fine State banner was presented to each regiment, with appropriate remarks,
ceremonies and cheers. This done, we prepared for a dance, which was participated in by the soldiers, who were
so fortunate as to secure the company of a fair companion. A pleasant feature of the programme was, that the fair
one danced with one but soldiers, which did not cause us any bad feeling.
The exercises wound up in perfect good order and good feeling apparently satisfactory to all.
One can hardly imagine how much good feeling is aroused among such a company of men as is manifested now
in many ways. The general wish is that it may be repeated.
C.R.H.

MATTERS AT CAMP RANDALL
Preparation for the Departure of the 6th Regiment -Inspection and Review-Uniforms, List of Officers, &c.
We spent some time at the Camp yesterday afternoon, and a busy preparation was going on for the leaving of the
6th regiment tomorrow. The orders for the departure, issued by col. Cutler, are as follows:
HEAD QUARTERS, 6TH REGIMENT
WISCONSIN VOLUNTEERS,
Camp Randall, Madison, Wis., July 26, 1861.
General Orders No. 1
1. In obedience to orders from the Commander in chief, this Regiment will break up its present encampment on
Sunday, the 28th instant, at 5 o'clock, A.M. and at 9 o'clock of the same day will take up the line of March for
Washington, in the district of Columbia.
2. The Regiment will move by Railroad, via Milwaukee, Chicago, fort Wayne, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and then to
the place of its destination.
3. The following regulation will be strictly observed during the march, viz: the several companies will enter the
Rail Road cars in their order in line of battle company "A" taking the foremost car and the same order will be
observed during the entire march.
4. Before entering the cars at each station, bayonets will be unfixed by the commands of chiefs companies and the
muskets will be so borne in the cars; by similar commands bayonets will be fixed immediately after egress of
companies from the cars; at each station.
5. Non-commissioned officers and men will take seats in the cars in regular order, the right of the company in the
front end of the car, and so will be habitually seated during the march. A sentinel will be posted at each outer door
of every car during all the time of occupancy by the companies and the sentinel at all hours, day and night, will
prevent the ingress of all persons from outside and the egress of all non-commissioned officers and men from
within, except when otherwise specially directed.
6. The usual roll-calls will be made, and morning reports handed to the Adjutant each day during the march.
7. Any soldier leaving his car or company without due permission will be severely punished; and any soldier,
who by such means may be left at any station, will be treated as a deserter, and punished accordingly.
8. No cheering will be allowed, except by command of a Regimental officer.
9. At lease one commissioned officer, at all times during the march, will remain in charge of each company.
10. Ten men a day will be detailed from each company to serve out rations to the men.
11. Perfect decorum will be preserved by all officers and men during the march; and any one guilty of an infraction
of this order will incur the displeasure of the commanding officer.
12. captains are specially charged, and will by responsible, to see that all these direction are fully observed.
By command of Col. L. CUTLER
Frank A. Haskell, Adjutant.

The regiment was inspected and reviewed yesterday afternoon, by General Stephens, Inspector General of the State.
The men were all in full uniform, and supplied with arms belonging to the State.-
They are not to receive their regular arms until they arrive at Harrisburg.
The Pay-Master General was busily engaged during the afternoon, in paying of the soldiers, in the regular coin.
This created a happy feeling among them.
We have taken considerable pains in examining the uniforms furnished to the 6th Regiment and take much
pleasure in stating, that they bear the test of examination well. The cloth is of a good quality and it is well made up.
It was evidently supplied by a house, having some regard for its own character, and the terms of the contract have
been complied with to the letter. The men feel satisfied and proud of their clothing and will move on to the seat of
war fully conscious that they are as well cared for as are the soldiers from any state. This feeling will do much to
encourage them to noble and daring deeds. Each man is furnished with an overcoat, and with everything necessary
to keep him comfortable. It is a great consolation to the people of the State to know that the men who go forth to
battle are provided with all the comforts that can be furnished.
Wisconsin now maintains an enviable position among the states of the Union for the superiority of her troops, and
for t5he excellent condition in which they are sent forth. Praise for our men in the line, and of those in power at home,
is heard in every part of the nation. In the men and outfit of the 6th Regiment none of this proud distinction will be lost.
In all respects, this one comes fully up to any of its predecessors. The men are robust and determined anxious to be in
the hottest of the fight. No truer hearts have gone before them, and none will present a cleaner record when the battle
is over than the Wisconsin 6th unless appearances are deceptive.
We are glad to know that this regimen will pass through Milwaukee on its departure form the State. It is buy proper
that the people of the great Metropolis of Wisconsin, should have the privilege of showing their good will, and in
cheering on the noble soldiers, as they go forth to battle and to glory.


MILWAUKEE HOSPITALITIES- How the soldiers who defended her from the mob were treated.- The Milwaukee 
papers have had considerably to say in regard to the neglect to provide water for soldiers in this city on the 4th, an 
oversight for which a committee was responsible, and which our citizens, as soon as it was discovered hastened to 
remedy.
From a letter written by a member of the Berlin Light Guard, in the Sentinel of yesterday, stating how the companies 
detailed from Camp Randall a few weeks ago, to protect the lives and property of citizens of Milwaukee from the 
fury of a mob, were treated in that city, we should think that prudence would suggest to its editors that the less they 
have to say in reconitism of the hospitality of other towns, the better for their own reputation.
Here is a specimen of the hospitalities which Milwaukee extended to the soldiers that came to defend and protect her:
We arrived in Milwaukee at about nine o'clock P.M., when we were immediately detailed to guard the guns, one on 
Main street, and the other at Spring street bridge, with out having our supper or refreshment of any kind, except a 
few crackers and some cheese purchased by Major Larrabee, who after trying about two hours gave up the idea of 
being able to get us some supper.
We remained on guard duty until six o'clock the next morning when we were relieved by some other company, and 
soon after were called to breakfast, at the Newhall House, where we hoped to be treated to at least a comfortable 
meal, after out arm fast; but in this we were mistaken, the table only being furnished with the commonest kind of 
eatables.
After breakfast our officers endeavored to get us a place to rest and if circumstances would admit him a little sleep.
This they were not able to do, except upon the sidewalk, which under the circumstances we were glad to accept. 
Accordingly we stretched our weary limbs upon the sidewalk in front of the Newhall House, where we gazed at by 
the Disinterested citizens of Milwaukee, (whose lives and property we had protected through the night,) for about 
two or three hours, when we were driven from our place of rest by the rays of the scorching sun.
About noon we were summoned to dinner at the Newhall House, which was a stereotyped copy of the breakfast we 
had eaten in the morning as was also the supper we had in the evening.
In the afternoon, there being a prospect of a shower, we were taken to the Light guard Armory, where we were kindly 
allowed to sleep on the naked floor the following night.

THE PROGRESS OF THE SIXTH REGIMENT
Passage through Milwaukee and Chicago
(from Milwaukee Wisconsin)
the 6th regiment, col. Cutler, arrived here from Madison yesterday. Their arrival was announced by the booming of
cannon, and after disembarking they took by their line of march and proceeded through the city in the manner published.
They were escorted by two home companies the light Infantry and Scott Guards.
On arriving again at the Mississippi freight depot and the warehouse of J. J. Tallmadge. They were treated to a most
bountiful and inviting entertainment, which was the fare-will offering of the citizens at large-particularly of the ladies
of the city. The tables were spread with all that was tempting and with a far greater abundance than was needed,
Besides the eatables the tables were generously supplied with flowers that had been given by the ladies and there
were enough to give a banquet to every soldier after the feast was over.
The collation was the finest of the kind without exception that we ever saw, and too much credit cannot be awarded
to the committee of arrangements for the successful manner in which it passed off. The ladies also, who volunteered
their services to wait on the tables as well as all who gave so abundantly are entitled to all praise for their patriotic
services. The soldiers not only had all they wanted to eat but also all they wanted to carry away in their haversacks.
They also generally filled up their canteens with coffee and as they marched off with their haversacks their canteens
and their innards all full and with bouquets in their hands, they were in the best of spirits and perhaps a remark that
one of them made after the entertainment was over, was a fair expression k of the general feeling of the whole regiment.
"well" says he, "you mean to have us go off feeling well if we do get shot." And they all did seem to fell well. the
crowd of people to witness the march of the regiment through the city and also to see them off was immense, and of
all classes, ages, and both sexes.
They took their departure between 5 and 6pm and the train was composed of 36 cars, including the baggage and
other conveyances.
There was on board quite a number of ladies who went in the capacity of nurses. And also others who were the wives,
of different officers, and who go only a portion of the way. We lost with the Regiment one of our most talented
clergymen, Rev N. A. Staples of the church of the Redeemer, who goes as Chaplain. Col. Cutter was also of this city.
Also I. N. Mason the Quartermaster. And two of the companies were from this city. Others who were members of
the Regiment go from this city.
From the Chicago Journal of last evening the average height of the "boys" of the sixth is five feet eight and a half.-
They are muscular and young, there being less than fifty married men in the entire regiment. There are but a few of these
from cities or villages, seven eights of their number being backwoodsmen, timber men, ets. With such material admirably
officered and drilled, col. Cutler's Twelve Hundred will do to bet upon every time.
For four hours a crowd of several thousand persons awaited the arrival of the trains at the Milwaukee depot in this city,
and when the locomotive uttered its hoarse notes of arrival, ten thousand hats and handkerchiefs danced in the air and
loud and prolonged cheering welcomed the hardy and Gallant Badgers.
Both Kinzie and Canal streets were so packed with people, that it was necessary to resort to stratagem to effect a passage
for the troops. Filing to the left, the right column proceeded in a westerly direction, giving the crowd the impression that
it would proceed to the Pittsburg and Ft. Wayne depot by a back street. The latter depot was immediately made the goal
of scampering rushing thousands. As soon as the sovereigns and cleared the streets the troops again wheeled and marched
with ease through the city headed by Supt. Bradley and a strong posse of police. The line of march was fringed on either
side of the street with admiring thousands.
Arriving at the depot the troops entered the cars and were immediately served with hot coffee bread, butter, ham beefsteak,
sandwiches, and any quantity of apples by our citizens who were a thousand time repaid by the grateful thanks of the troops.
Our citizens did nobly. There was enough and to spare, and after satisfying the wants of their stomachs the soldiers, with
an eye to the future stowed away many a delicious sandwich in their knapsacks.

PROGRESS OF THE SIXTH REGIMENT.
Camp Cutler, Harrisburg, Pa.
July 31st, 1861
Messrs. Editors:-the 6th Regiment of Wisconsin Volunteers, and the undersigned, Samaritan, arrived at this fine old red
brick town last night, about midnight, and dumped their carcasses respectively on the nice soft stubble of an ancient wheat
field, where "tired nature's sweet restorer" soon drowned all the troubles they had experienced by being cribbed in
railroad cars for three days and three nights en route hither from camp Randall.
This morning they arose with the sun, pitched their tents partook of their rations and are as happy as larks, and eager to be
led to the seat of war.
About one-half of the boys are now bathing in the raging canal which skirts the encampment on one side-probably trying
to get rid of the coal dust and free soil accumulated on the route.
It is not necessary for me to say that the progress of the Regiment thus far, had been a "perfect ovation." That expression has
been so little used, lately in speaking of the march of soldiers, that I fear you would not understand its meaning were I to
use it. At every station on the route, cheer upon cheer went up for the glorious cause and for the noble state of Wisconsin;
and the boys were bountifully supplied by the fair ones with delicacies and luxuries without number. Our grand old flag
floated from almost every house-top, and handkerchiefs, from the fine cambric to the yellow bandanna, hats, leather
aprons, rags of every shape and hue, from a table cloth to the unlucky flap, torn, in the excitement of the moment from the
nether garment of some admiring patriot-all were waved at us.
With words of greeting and comfort in every language, and by all sorts of people and kindled the enthusiasm of the boys
of the 6th, so that it knew no bounds.
In short it seems that the "great popular heart" is fully aroused.
The 6th reached here in about 48 hours from Chicago-the unusual length of time being occasioned by accidents to the
locomotive.
But one soldier was left on the road- J. S. Berry, of company E- who was taken sick at Milwaukee, and was left in charge
of surgeon General Wolcott.-
About a dozen were taken sick on the route. A hospital car was extemporized for their benefit, on each road; and by
providing proper conveyances for them between depots, and giving them-the needed nourishment, they are this morning
all improving. Surgeon Chapman and his corps of assistants are very active and his corps of assistants are very active
and efficient in the discharge of their duties and the service will be greatly benefited by their connection with it.
We found the fifth Wisconsin Regiment here also just packing up to leave for Harper's ferry, via Baltimore and the Relay
House. The Sixth takes the same route tomorrow, and neither receives arms until its arrival at Harper's ferry.-
This action on the part of the government meets with the loudest curses, many searing they will never go through Baltimore or
Maryland unarmed. I do not imagine any difficulty will be experienced.
Col. Cobb and Lient. Col. Emery are in good condition, and anxious to be off. Major Larraber had to Washington
probably on some wild goose chase, possibly on business.
The officers of the Sixth seem to understand their calling well, and keep the men in good shape. I saw Adjutant Haskel
taking his "snooze won the stubble last night. It was as good as poetry to him
indeed, he enters into the spirit of was more decidedly than any man I have seen Cols. Cutler and Atwood, Major Sweet,
Quartermaster Mason, Commissary, Jarkins, Capt, Malloy, Lieut. Noyes and several other officers have their wives with
them, but I judge have voted them an in cumbrance, as they are all to return from here. Mrs. Scidmore, I believe, will go
with the regiment considerable further.
All these ladies have made very pleasant companions on the route, but I think they had better have stayed at home.
There are some ten thousand troops now here. Some of them are three years men just recruited but most of them are
three months men whose time has expired, and who are waiting for their pay.
Pennsylvania has not paid any of here soldiers till within a few days.
They have served three or four months and not received a red, I am proud of Wisconsin
that she is all right on the record in this particular, although she only realizes seventy cents on the dollar for there loan,
while Pennsylvania received par. The soldiers of this state here, are the most ragged, saucy, ill-looking, God forsaken set
of beings that I ever set eyes on. They are a disgrace to civilization, but look as though they could fight well enough to keep
up their reputation in that line if in to other. They have been very callous for their pay, and have committed all manner of
ravages in the city so much so that cannon had to be planted in the rear guards stationed, and every saloon closed until how
as wine has gone cut it has come in and quiet is restored.
We are informed by a Captain of the Pen. eleventh, which was engaged will the Wisconsin, first in the battle of falling Waters,
that young Graham died of his wounds on Saturday last, at Hagerstown. His mother accompanied us from Milwaukee,
expecting to teach them alive. Mr. Drake of Milwaukee father of him who fell in that battle accompanied us, and goes to day to
Williamsport to recover body of his noble son.
I may write you again
KENT

Was a fair expression of the general feeling of the whole regiment "Well", says he "you mean to have us go off feeling well,
if we do get shot." And they all did seem to feel?? The crowd of people to witness the march of the regiment through the city,
and also to see them off, was immenal and of all classes ages and both sexes.
They took their departure between 5 and 5pm and the train was composed of 35 cars including the baggage and other
conveyances.
There was on board quite a number of ladies who went in the capacity of nurses, and also others who were the wives of
different officers and who go only a portion of the way. we lost with the Regiment one of our most talented clergymen,
Rev. an. A. Staples, of the Church of the Redeemers who goes a Chaplain. Col. Cutler was also of this city. Also J. N.
Mason, the Quartermaster. And two of the companion were from this city. Others who were members of the Regiment so
from this city.

(from the Chicago Journal of last evening.)
The average height of the "boys" of the sixth is five feet eight and a half.
They are muscular and young. there being less than fifty married men in the entire regiment.
There are but a few of these from cities or villages seven eights of their number being backwoodsmen lumbermen ets.
With such material admirably officered and drilled, col. cutler's Twelve Hundred will do to bet upon every time.
For four hours a crowd of several thousand persons awaited the arrival of the trains at the Milwaukee Depot in this city
and when the locomotive uttered its horse notes of arrival, ten thousand hats and handkerchiefs danced in the air and loud
and prolonged cheering welcomed the hardy and gallant Badgers.
Both Kinzie and Canal streets were so packed with people that it was necessary to resort to stratagem to effect a passage
for the troops. Filling to the left, the right column proceeded in a westerly direction, giving the crowd the impression, that it
would proceed to the Pittsburg and Ft. Wayn depot by a back street. The latter depot was immediately made the goal of
scampering, rushing thousands. As soon as the sovereigns had cleared the streets, the troops again wheeled and marched with
case through the city headed by supt. Bradley and a strong posse of police. The line of march was fringed on either side of the
street with admiring thousands.
Arriving at the depot, the troops entered the oars and were immediately served with hot coffee, bread, butter, ham, beefsteak,
sandwiches and any quantity of apples by our citizens, who were a thousand times repaid by the grateful thanks of the troops.
Our citizens did nobly. there was enough and to spare, and after satisfying the wants of their stomachs, the soldiers,
with an eye to the future stowed away many a delicious and sandwich in their knapsacks.

CAMP CUTLER, HARRISBURG, PS.
JULY 31 SAT, 1861.
GENTLEMEN: the sixth Wisconsin Regiment arrived at this place last evening after a very pleasant trip over some
of the best railroads in the country. Our way was enlivened by the most pleasing demonstration of interest. At Chicago
we were received with the firing of cannon and the hearty cheers of forty thousand people and at almost every station
where we passed the people turned out in multitudes to greet us. But IO must not forget to mention the kindness of our
own folks the people of Milwaukee who gave us a princely dinner and filled our haversacks with dainties, fruit cakes,
and sandwiches and our canteens with coffee well trimmed with milk and sugar. May God bless them especially the ladies.
At Crestline, Pa. we saw Gen. Anderson the hero of Sumter and had the pleasure of shaking hands with his daughters, and
gave them three rousing cheers at parting. they are very pretty young girls, the oldest only about seventeen intelligent and
full of girlish life and buoyancy. Those Madison ladies who came with the regiment are going either us to Baltimore, and
perhaps to Washington of Harper's Ferry, where some say we will go to morrow.
The fifth Regiment leaves here to day.
the famous Wild Cat Regiment of Pennsylvania lies here ready to go on to Harper's Ferry, together with another regiment
of Pennsylvania boys, Harrisburg fairly bristle with armed men and all panting for the fray, and woe to the Secessionists
when these fierce riflemen encounter them for they will get short shift at their hands.
We do not get arms here, the supply being exhausted. The Union troops are rushing down upon the rebels like a fearful storm,
and soon the terrible hour must come for the trial of strength between these armies but before that struggle does come there
must be a vast amount of work done to fit our troops for the field or you may expect to hear that thousands of brave men have
died in vain ; for if report speaks true there is a most deplorable want of system in our immense army though every one seems
to expect better things of Gen. Banks than in his old predecessor Patterson.

There is a grave an stern expression to be seen on the face of all the troops. all seem to be impressed with a sense of the
tearful scene soon to be enacted here in this fair land, but no one appears to shrink from the task.
I presume of course you are informed that the dead bodies of the Fire Zouave and New York Sixty Ninth are left o fester
and rot on the field of battle, by the secessionists, who refuse even to let them by buried by their comrades.
The present moment is only a lull in the storm to convince those who waver, and brace the hearts of true men of the most
shocking scene in the history of human warfare.
A barbarous page, on which our children will look with horror, when they reflect that in the latter part of the nineteenth
century Americans were obliged to fight against Americans to preserve their liberties. May Heaven grant the struggle by
short and liberty triumphant and hasten the happy day when war and bloodshed shall cease forever.
There is no news of much importance but there is thing it would be well to mention here which is an impression that the
great mass of the Western people are suffering great want of bread stuffs. Of course intelligent people know better. but I
was asked on Monday last at Altona in this state, and that too by a lady who seemed intelligent it this was not the fact.
The ideas of people here concerning the Great West are very vague and often very incorrect.
Vindey