Organization

A – Capt W. H. Glenn; Hillsborough.

B – Capt William A. Townsley; Clermont County.

C – Capt William Hays; Georgetown.

D – Capt Allison Brown; Chillicothe.

E – Capt John H. Jolly; Ripley.

F – Capt Marcellus A. Leeds; Clermont, Brown and etc.

G – Capt William Haight; Camp Dennison.

H – Capt Elam Day, Jr.; Camp Dennison.

I – Capt David M. Barrett; Hillsborough.

K – Capt Wesley R. Adams; [Ross County].

August 62

Not dated: A- Company A was enlisted in Highland County rendezvous at Hillsborough. D – Company D was raised in Ross County, Ohio. Company G was recruited in Clermont County. Company H was recruited in Ross County, Ohio. Company K was raised in Ross County, Ohio and joined the Eighty-ninth at Camp Dennison.

11: F – The company arrived at Camp Dennison, Ohio.

16: A – Left Hillsborough and arrived at Camp Dennison same day. G – Rendezvoused, distance nine miles.

22: FS – The regiment was organized at Camp Dennison, Ohio. D – Joined the Eighty-ninth Regiment, Ohio Volunteers Infantry at Camp Dennison, Ohio.

26: D – Mustered into service by Captain A. F. Bond. G – Was mustered into the United States service as a company by Captain Bond, United States Army. H – Was joined to the Eighty-ninth Regiment, Ohio Volunteers Infantry and mustered at Camp Dennison, Ohio by Captain A. F. Bond.

Clermont Chronicle, President’s Call for 300,000 Men

Important Correspondence Between the Governors of Loyal States and the President.

Preparations for Military Occupancy of Insurrectionary Districts.

A Call for Three Hundred Thousand Additional Troops to be Issued.

Washington, July 1, 1862.

The following correspondence between the President and the Governors of the several States explains itself:

To the President:

The undersigned, Governors of States of the Union, impressed with the belief that the citizens of the States which they respectively represent are of one accord in the hearty desire that the recent successes of the Federal arms may be followed up by measures which must ensure the speedy restoration of the Union, and believing that in view of the important military movements now in progress, and the reduced condition of our effective forces in the field, resulting from the usual and unavoidable casualties of the service, that the time has arrived for prompt and vigorous measures to be adopted by the people in support of the great interests committed to your charge, we especially request; if it meets with your entire approval, that you at once call upon the several States for such numbers of men as may be required to fill up all military organizations now in the field and add to the army heretofore organized such additional number of men as may, in your judgment, be necessary to garrison and hold all of the numerous cities and military positions that have been captured by our armies, and to speedily crush the rebellion that still exists in several of the Southern States, thus practically restoring to the civilized world our great and good Government. All believe that the decisive moment is near at hand, and to that end the people of the United States are desirous to aid promptly in furnishing all re-enforcements that you may deem needful to sustain our Government.

Israel Washburn, jr., Gov. of Maine.

N. S. Berry, Gov. of New Hampshire.

Frederick Holbrook, Gov. of Vermont.

Wm. A. Buckingham, Gov. of Conn.

John A. Andrew, Gov. of Massachusetts.

Wm. Sprague, Gov. of Rhode Island.

E. D. Morgan, Gov. of New York.

Chas. S. Olden, Gov. of New Jersey.

G. Curtin, Gov. of Pennsylvania.

W. Bradford, Gov. of Maryland.

F. W. Pierpoint, Gov. of Virginia.

Austin Blair, Governor of Michigan.

J. B. Temple, Pres. Mil. Board of Ky.

Andrew Johnson, Gov. of Tennessee.

H. R. Gamble, Governor of Missouri.

O. P. Morton, Governor of Indiana.

David Tod, Governor of Ohio.

Alexander Ramsey, Gov. of Minnesota

Richard Yates, Governor of Illinois.

Edward Solomon, Gov. of Wisconsin.

Samuel J. Kirkwood, Gov. of Iowa.

Executive Mansion, Washington,

July 1, 1862.

Gentlemen: Fully concurring in the wisdom of the views expressed to me in so patriotic a manner by you, in the communication of the 28th day of June, I have decided to call into service an additional force of three hundred thousand men.

I suggest and recommend that the troops should be chiefly of infantry. The quota of your State would be - -. I trust that they may be enrolled without delay, so as to bring this unnecessary and injurious civil war to a speedy and satisfactory conclusion.

An order fixing the quotas of the respective States, will be issued by the War Department to-morrow.

Abraham Lincoln.

The Highland News, Gov. Tod’s Call for More Troops

Call for More Troops - - Governor’s Proclamation

Executive Office

Columbus, Ohio, July 3, 1862

Fellow Citizens: Another appeal to your patriotism has become necessary. The enemies of our Government, now assembled at Richmond in hostile array largely outnumber any disposal force at the President’s command.

The army under Gen. McClellan has been driven back morely by the force of overwhelming numbers rapidly concentrated there.

Additional troops are alone necessary to hold the important positions already gained and speedily crush the rebellion at all points.

Liberally and gallantly as Ohio has heretofore responded to the calls of the President, he has ever been assured that we had but to know that further aid was needed from us to insure a prompt answer to any further calls he might make upon us. This knowledge we now have, and the call has also been made.

And now, citizens of Ohio one and all, shall the call be responded to? - - Something whispers me that, with one voice you say it shall be answered.

Arouse, then, and let every man be able to say that he has done his own duty.

There is work for all to do. the aged can stimulate the young; and the wealthy can contribute to the wants and necessities of the destitute; the ladies, who have already done so much, and whose kind hearts will prompt them in the continuation of their good work, can encourage, by their noble example, both old and young in the performance of their great duty. What is wealth, or even life worth, if, to preserve either we have to confess to the world that we are unable to maintain our glorious government?

Gallant and worthy recruiting officers, for the organization of new regiments and the filling up of those already in the field, will be appointed in all portions of the State, and specific instructions given to them.

The enlistment will be for three years, or during the war.

I cannot at this time indicate the number of troops wanted from Ohio, but can safely say that the Government will accept all who may offer within the coming forty days.

Promptness and vigilance are indispensable. Forty thousand recruits within the time indicated, would be of more service than twice that number at a later period.

The gallant men of the State may rely upon my best endeavors to discharge the highly responsible duties devolving upon me with an eye single to the preservation of our Government, and with the sincere hope and belief that, when the great struggle of life shall be over, my children can claim for me an honest and faithful performance of my duty.

Invoking the smiles of our Heavenly Father upon our good work.

I am your humble servant,

DAVID TOD, Governor

Clermont Chronicle, Order to County Military Committees

Important Military Order.

Columbus, July 11.

County Military Committees in each regimental district, are requested to assemble as soon as possible at some central place, and arrange for the organization of ten companies, so that company combinations can be made and names promptly submitted to the Governor for company officers, and a Regimental District Committee organized for consultation as to field and staff appointments, and to take the most efficient means to raise and complete a regiment.

County and Regimental District Committees will please report promptly, and keep this office fully advised of their doings.

Second Lieutenants will be mustering officers, and must have qualifications for that duty.

The press throughout the State will please copy.

Charles W. Hill

Adjutant General Ohio.

The Highland News, Glenn Company’s Officers

Mr. Wm. H. Glenn, well known to all our citizens, as the efficient Railroad Agent at this place for some years past, has been appointed a Captain in the 89th Regiment, and is now raising a company.

Our old friend, Jos. H. Mullenix, late Sheriff of the county, and one of the most popular men who ever held that office, has the appointment of First Lieutenant in Captain Glenn’s company, and our young friend, Sergeant Ad. Glenn, late of the gallant 24th Ohio, has been promoted to the 2d Lieutenancy. They have gone to work vigorously, and have every prospect of filling their ranks in the next 30 days. "Fall in, boys, if you want to serve your country in a crack company."

The Highland News, Notice of War Meeting

WAR MEETING

The citizens of Highland county are requested to meet at the Court House in Hillsboro on

SATURDAY, JULY 26, 1862,

at 1 o’clock P.M. to adopt such measures as will secure the filling up of the quota of volunteers called for from this county in the shortest possible time.

Col. John G. Marshall, of the 89th Ohio Regiment, is expected to be present and address the meeting. Other good speakers will also be present.

Let there be a general turn out of the people in order that "Old Highland" may give a prompt response to the call made upon her by the Government.

By order of the

COUNTY MILITARY COM.

The Highland News, Appointment of 89th’s Field Officers

89th Ohio Regiment

The Military Committees of Ross, Highland, Brown, and Clermont met last Thursday in Cincinnati and appointed the following officers of this regiment:

Colonel – John G. Marshall, of Georgetown.

Lieut. Colonel – Gen. James Rowe, of Chillicothe.

Adjutant – R. W. Spargur, of Hillsboro.

Quartermaster – James W. Patterson, of Hillsboro.

The Major, Surgeon, and Assistant Surgeon are not yet appointed, but will be from Clermont County.

The regiment is all to be raised in the four counties above named, two companies in this county.

The Highland News, Second Company’s Officers

The second company of the 89th Ohio regiment, assigned to this county, will be raised in Greenfield and vicinity. Wm. Johnston has been appointed Captain, Samuel C. Murray 1st Lieutenant, and E. Pierson 2d Lieutenant, all of that place. Capt. Johnston and Lieut. Pierson have seen service and will make good officers.

Clermont Chronicle, Gov. Tod’s Letter on Bounties, Recruiting, and Drafting

From Columbus.

An Important Communication From the Governor to the People of Ohio – Information with Regard to Bounties, Recruiting and Drafting – A Loud Call to the Patriotism and Spirit of the People.

Columbus, O., July 22.

To the People of Ohio:

The many letters of enquiry received by this Department, relating to the military organization now progressing, induce me for want of time to reply separately to each, to take this method of announcing in answer to all:

1st. That in view of the great demand and high price for labor in securing our abundant harvest, recruiting progresses in nearly all parts of the State quietly and satisfactorily.

2d. That the authority of granting bounties to recruits for general service even by the Legislature, is questionable; but, aside from this, I think it far wiser to rely upon the honor, patriotism and liberality of the gallant people of Ohio to fill up our regiments, than upon the offer of pecuniary consideration by the State. It is true that money is required for the support of families and friends left behind by the volunteers, and also for incidental expenses in organizing our forces; but I am greatly mistaken in the character of the people of Ohio, if all sums required for these purposes cannot promptly be raised by voluntary donation. Therefore, until this effort, which is being resorted to in various parts of the State, shall have proved a failure, it is not my purpose to convene the General Assembly in extra session.

3d. As announced in a former communication, a record will be kept of the names of all who may procure volunteer substitutes, or make substantial donations for that purpose, and should we hereafter be compelled to resort to drafting, I pledge all such to use all efforts in my power to protect them from draft.

4th. Recruiting officers are authorized to grant furloughs to all who may desire to remain at home to assist in harvesting until the 10th day of August, on which day they will report their men to their several camps of rendezvous.

The apportionment among the several counties, of troops to be raised, as designated in order No. 20. was intended to be additional to the number necessary to fill up the regiments in the field, and also to complete regiments No. 45, 50, and 52, then being raised. And I have especially to request the several military committees of the State to give this branch of the recruiting their particular attention.

The advance month’s pay and one-fourth of the one hundred dollars bounty is applicable to recruits for the old regiments as well as the new ones. The most effective service to be rendered the Government will be in filling up regiments now in the field, which are well drilled and well officered. Committees, therefore, charged with the disbursement of funds raised by voluntary subscription, cannot make a better use of it than in stimulating this branch of the recruiting service; and persons finding substitutes to fill up old regiments shall occupy the same honorable and advantageous position on the military records here as when finding substitutes for the new regiments.

I avail myself of the opportunity to return my profound thanks to the several military committees of the State, and all others who have come to my assistance, for the generous and vigorous aid they have thus far rendered me; but for this aid, no man on earth could perform all the duties thrown upon this department. Urgently soliciting the hearty cooperations of all lovers [rest of text missing, ragged bottom edge]

The Highland News, Notice of War Rally to Aid Recruiting

WAR MEETING

There will be a grand rally of the People of "Old Highland," at Hillsboro, on THURSDAY, AUGUST 7, 1862, to push on the work of recruiting Volunteers for the war, and filling up the companies called for from this county.

Invitations have been sent to Parson Brownlow, Col. Metcalf, of Ky, and other speakers, some of whom will certainly be secured.

Colonel John G. Marshall, and the other field officers of the 89th Ohio Regiment will be present.

The business men of Hillsboro are requested to close their stores, &c, and give one day to their country. All who have flags are requested to display them.

A Basket Dinner will be spread at the Fair Grounds, and the people of town and country are invited to contribute provisions that there may be an abundance for all.

The Hillsboro Band and all other Bands in the county, are invited to be present.

A special Invitation is also extended to the various Soldiers’ Aid Societies of the county.

A piece of artillery from Cincinnati, will make patriotic thunder for the occasion.

Let us have a tremendous gathering of the loyal people of Old Highland, and show that we are awake to the calls of patriotism, and determined to sustain our Government, in its efforts to put down the rebellion.

Come singly, come in squads and in processions, with banners and music, and let us have a glorious revival of patriotism.

By order of the Committee of Arrangements.

N. B. Full particulars will be announced in handbills.

Half-fare trains will be run on the railroads.

The Highland News, Glenn’s Recruiting Ad

"Up, and at Them!"

89TH OHIO REGIMENT!

Recruits Wanted Immediately

$100 Bounty! - $40 in Advance.

Authority having been given by Gov. Tod to raise, arm and equip for immediate and active service, the 89th Regiment of Light Infantry, and the boundaries within which said Regiment is to be raised consisting of the counties of Highland, Brown, Clermont, and Ross, the undersigned are authorized to receive immediately 100 Able-Bodied Men under the following inducements:

$100 BOUNTY - $25 of which is paid in Advance – also 1 Month’s Pay ($13) and $2 extra bounty – making $40 which the recruit will receive in advance, to leave with his family, if he has any.

The Pay and subsistence commence immediately from the date of enlistment.

WM. H. GLENN, Captain

JOS. H. MULLENIX, 1st Lieut.

S. A. Glenn, 2d Lieut.

Hillsboro, July, 1862.

The Highland News, Glenn’s Recruiting Progress

Capt. Glenn and Lieut. Mullenix are making good progress with their company for the 89th Regiment. A few more days, we hope, will see their ranks filled up. They are the kind of men who "know no such word as fail" in anything they undertake.

Private J. Dunseth Diary

Augest the 7th 1862

enlisted in captain M. A. Leeds company [unreadable] Clermont Co ohio for three years ore during the war.

Private J. Dunseth Diary

augest the eleventh went into camp at camp denison to drill.

The Highland News, Glenn’s Company Filled

Capt. Glenn’s company was filled up on Monday night and on Tuesday he reported 105 men enrolled. The material of the company is of the best quality – all stout, able-bodied, good men.

The Highland News, Number of Men Subject to Military Duty

No. of Men in Highland Subject to Military Duty

The Assessors have completed their labors, and we are indebted to our County Auditor for the following table which shows the whole number of male citizens, between 18 and 45 years of age in each Township in the County, including the whole number of Volunteers from the commencement of the war. By dedu[c]ting the number of volunteers in each Township, as given in the table we published last week, the reader can ascertain the number of men remaining, who are subject to military duty.

Liberty            668

New Market    218

Fairfield            341

Brush Creek    286

Paint            501

Union            245

Madison            503

Concord            235

Jackson            167

Salem            180

White Oak    167

Dodson            251

Clay                     218

Marshal            133

Hamer            165

Washington    180

Penn            218

Total         4,696

The whole number of volunteers in the old and new regiments is estimated at about 1100, which would leave about 3500 as the number of men still remaining in the county, and subject to military duty.

The Highland News, Publishing Delay

Apologetic.

We are compelled to ask the indulgence of our readers for the delay of this week’s paper. Since our last issue, we have been absent from town several days, and our foreman and pressman, Mr. Allen, has been actively engaged most of the time in recruiting for the 89th Ohio regiment. Owing to these circumstances, and the pressing demand for handbills for military purposes, we have been unable to issue the paper at the usual time. We have however, done the best we could, and think our readers will consider our excuse a valid one.

The Highland News, Report on War Rally

THE WAR MEETING

Held in this place last Thursday was by fare the largest gathering of the people that has been witnessed in Hillsboro since the railroad celebration ten years ago. It is estimated that the crowd on the Fair grounds during the afternoon, was not less than 6,000 to 8,000. We regret that circumstances beyond our control have rendered it impossible to give a full account of the proceedings; but as it is, we must content ourselves with a brief notice. Business, in town, was almost entirely suspended, and our citizens generally devoted themselves to the great work of the day to aid and assist volunteering. Eloquent and stirring speeches were made on the Fair Grounds by Dr. J. H. Jordan, of Cincinnati, Job Stevenson, Esq., of Chillicothe, Judge Sloane, Col. Trimble, Louis A. Allen, and others. While the speaking was in progress, the recruiting officers were active, and with such success, that about seventy volunteers were added to Capt. Glenn’s and Capt. Guthrie’s companies, and Colonel Trimble’s regiment. At night the Court House was filled with a large audience, including many ladies, who were entertained with very able and patriotic speeches by Judge Green and Job Stevenson, Esq., of Chillicothe.

On the whole the meeting Thursday was a most cheering demonstration of the loyalty and patriotism of the people, and of their determination to sustain the Government, in carrying on the war for the suppression of the rebellion. Its good effects in stimulating volunteering were at once apparent, and we think there is now but little doubt of our county’s quota being filled up by Saturday, 16th inst.

The Highland News, Second Company’s (Barrett’s) Recruiting Progress

Capt. Barrett, and Lieuts. Beveridge and Vickers are working hard to fill the second company of the 89th Ohio before tomorrow night (Friday.) – They lack but a few men.

The companies will rendezvous in this place This Afternoon, when speaking, bible presentation, a basket supper, music, and other exercises will take place, and a strenuous effort will be made to fill the ranks, "Fall in, men!"

The Highland News, Employee Joins 89th

Our late foreman, Mr. Allen, has accepted the position of Quartermaster’s Sergeant in the 89th Ohio.

Corp D. King to his Mother from Camp Dennison

Camp Denison

My Dear Mother

I received your letter and was glad to heare from you. I am well and hope you the same. Mother I have stuck up to your promice. I have not taken a drop of whiskey since I left home and I do not low to drink any while I say [stay] in the armey. I am going to try to be a good boy. You may think I dont care nothing about home but I tell you there is no place like home. Mother I am going to buy a pistol with my money of Mr Phillips. If I get any more money I will send home to you and for aunt Ella. I think a heap of you and aunt Ella and sister.

Dud

The Highland News of 28 Aug 62, Grey Pony Letter about Camp Dennison

Matters at Camp Dennison – Organization of the 89th Ohio Regiment – Evils of "Red Tape," &c.

Camp Dennison, Aug. 25, 1862.

Dear News: Presuming that many friends in and about Hillsboro are anxious to hear of their friends in the 89th, with your permission your correspondent will endeavor to "post" them.

In the first place we do not fare quite as well as we expected. The old saying that "Jordan is a hard road to travel," is doubtless very true, but if the author of that saying was only in Camp Dennison two hours, he would sing "Red Tape is harder." Men from the rural districts are regarded by Metropolitan "straps," as not only green, but capable of suddrance beyond that of brutes. We have been here just one week today, and, of the time of writing, 8 P.M., our regiment is scattered and three different parts of the camp-two companies standing out under trees. Approach "Red Tape," plead, beg, and implore, and, what is the result? "I'm doing all I can for you, gentlemen."

There are sufficient Barracks in readiness in Camp, to comfortably quarter every soldier here, and if "Red Tape" would only condescend so much as to put itself to a very small amount of trouble, there would be no cause for grumbling. Your correspondent has observed matters closely, and feels compelled to "speak out in meeting." He tells you that "forbearance will soon cease to be a virtue" unless something turns up for the better.

The 52d Regiment, Colonel Dan McCook, left at noon yesterday for **** It is a fine regiment and will do good service in the field. The departure of this regiment furnished another beautiful illustration of the workings of "Red Tape." Scarcely had it started for the depot, ere Colonel Marshall applied for its quarters, and was refused. Rumor says these quarters are being reserved for some favorite regiment-"Shouldn't wonder."

Now to the 89th. This is undoubtedly the best regiment in Camp. You will think this is saying a good deal, but it is not the opinion exclusively of your correspondent, but generally regarded by all who have seen our "boys."

Capt. Glenn's Company is the company of the regiment-so said the examining Surgeon. The Captain and Lieut. Mullenix were highly complimented by being told that they "picked their men." It would have done you good to be near and witness one of Hen-e-ry's "smiles." The boys are all well and, considering what they have had to endure, enjoying Camp life amazingly, but cuss "Red Tape" hugely.

Captain Barrett's company is nearly full, and hopes to be ready for "mustering in," which will doubtless take place next Wednesday. This day is looked forward to with much anxiety, as we hope to, shortly afterward, welcome to "hospitable quarters" S. E. Hibben and Wm. Scott, Esqrs. -send them along. We have the assurance that "Uncle Samivel's," financial agent will visit us about the same time. We have plenty of "regulation grub" for all such "Angels of mercy."

Below you will find our regimental organization:

Field and staff officers.

Colonel-John G. Marshall.

Lieut. Colonel-James Rowe.

Major-Joseph D. Hatfield.

First Surgeon-Dr. Bradley.

Second Surgeon-Dr. S. B. Crew.

Third Surgeon-Dr. Spence.

Chaplain-Rev. Alfred M. Beall.

Adjutant-R. W. Spargur.

Quartermaster-James W. Patterson. Sergeant-A.R. Jaquess.

Commissary-Lewis A. Allen.

Sergeant Major-Alfred Loudon.

Captains. Wm. H. Glenn, M.A. Leeds, W.A. Townsley, Wm. Haight, Wm. Hays, John M. Jolly, D.M. Barrett, W.R. Adams, A.L. Bross, Edward Day, Jr.

1st Lieuts. J.H. Mullenix, G.W. Perin, Rev. Green, O.C. Gatch, J.N. King, H.T.B. Norris, Thos. Beverage, A.J. Timmons, J.B. Nixon, S. Edmiston.

2nd Lieuts. S.A. Glenn, E. Hicks, E. Slade, James Jackson, D. Pearson, Geo. D. Bolt, J.R. Vickers, C. Thomas, Ike C. Nelson, Milton May.

This regiment may be truly called the "happy family." Officers love their men and men love their officers in return.

Our Chaplain Rev. Mr. Beall preached his first sermon in the grove last Sabbath. He made a very favorable impression, and will doubtless prove of much benefit to the regiment. He is a sensible, agreeable gentleman.

Adjutant Spargur-I had like to have said your friend "Rube," but military now, my boy-received from the Hillsboro Bar, last week, a beautiful regulation sword, belt and sash. The speeches we were unable to hear, but presume in the language of Squire McFall, they were "short but brief."

Our boys will be fully uniformed, armed and equipped by the middle of next week, at which time we will be happy to see all the Hillsboro folks, come down armed with well-filled baskets. A hint to the wise.

Chas. DePuc, one of the "Highland News" boys, passed through camp Monday enroute for Va., to join his brother in a New Jersey Regiment. His patriotism was highly complimented by all in camp who were apprised of his intentions.

Quartermaster Patterson is up to his eyes in business and has made a favorable impression. He will make an excellent officer and has thus far secured the best quality of goods.

Sergeant Jaquess was taken suddenly ill last Monday, and left for home to enjoy a few days repose. He is a valuable man in the Quartermaster’s department and has won the esteem of the whole regiment. We hope to welcome him back soon.

The 50th, Col. Taylor, is nearly full. This is also a fine regiment. Their quarters join one fragment of ours. Your correspondent been somewhat of a "Machine poich," has ground out a Regimental song, which the boys sing in style. He gives you two verses as an example:

Our foe is before us, in battle array,

And we must not falter, nor turn from the way.

Our captains are gallant, they're fearless and strong,

Marshall is our leader as we are marching along.

Chorus-marching along, etc. etc.

The boys from old Highland are eager for the fray,

Then once in the field they are sure to win the day.

With Glenn and Barrett for Captains, both gallant and strong,

For God and their country they are marching along.

Chorus-Marching along, etc. etc.

and so on through the whole regiment, taking in all the companies.

Our young friend Tandy Ayres has been appointed Regimental Postmaster. Tandy's just at home-Alfred Izod is Drum Major.

Up to this date not a disturbance has occurred in the 89th. Our guards have had no trouble whatever with any body.

A man named Ramsey, charged with burning the bridges on the M. & C. Railroad, was brought here from near Blanchester, last week. He is now under guard.

Our boys are busily engaged in making bridles and halters for the drafted soldiers to come in from our section.

Send me two or three copies of the News-one will wear out before it gets half way round.

Yours truly,

Grey Pony.

Thur 28th August 1862

Got mustered in after good deal of trouble. Went home in PM. Folks all gone to Camp Dennison. Stayed all night

Cincinnati Daily Commercial, 89th Mustered In

The 89th Regiment O. V. I.

Edr Com.: -- The 89th Regiment is full to overflowing. On Tuesday, the 19th inst., the 89th Regiment commenced its organization, and on Friday night, the day the volunteering for the new regiments should cease, it had nine hundred and seventy-five men in camp, and several others at home on leave. The officers were notified that at ten o’clock on Tuesday the regiment would be mustered into the United States service, and to have all their men in camp. So at eight o’clock in the morning the teams, loaded with friends and soldiers, began to pour in, and at eleven there were at least three thousand persons on the camp grounds of the 89th. Col. Marshall ordered the guards in until four o’clock P.M., to be removed, and then such a shout as went up for the Colonel, would make the reader feel good to hear. The mustering in of the regiment was postponed until six, when the men were formed into line by the Colonel, when he gave the command to Lieutenant Colonel James Rowe, who marched the regiment down to the depot, where, after some preliminaries, the mustering service began, which lasted until nine o’clock P.M.

Field and Staff Officers of the 89th.

Colonel – John G. Marshall.

Lieutenant Colonel – James Rowe.

Major – Joseph D. Hatfield.

First Surgeon – Dr. Harvey Bradley.

Second Surgeon – Dr. S. B. Crew.

Third Surgeon – Dr. Colon Spence.

Chaplain – Rev. Alfred U. Beall.

Adjutant – R. W. Spargur.

Quartermaster – James W. Patterson.

Quartermaster Sergeant – A. R. Jacques

Commissary Sergeant – Lewis A. Allen.

Sergeant Major –

Hospital Steward – Dr. W. H. Shadoan.

Company Officers.

Captains – W. H. Glenn, W. A. Townsley, W. A. Leeds, Wm. Haight, Wm. Hayes, J. H. Jolley, D. M. Barrett, W. R. Adams, A. L. Brown, Eland Day, Jr.

First Lieutenants – J. H. Mullenix, N. Green, G. W. Penn, O. C. Latch, J. W. King, H. T. R. Norris, Thos. Beverage, A. J. Timmons, J. R. Nixon, S. Edwards.

Second Lieutenants – S. H. Glenn, E. Slade, E. Hicks, Jas. Jackson, -- Pearson, Geo. D. Bolt, J. R. Vickers, C. Thompson, J. C. Nelson, Milton May.

This regiment has a company of sharpshooters recruited especially for it, commanded by Capt. Jacob Fiegle, First Lieut. J. F. Doughman, Second Lieut. J. F. Taylor, who are regularly mustered in the service as sharpshooters. JASPER

Fri 29th

Went back to camp. Go paid 27$ bounty + 1 month’s pay in advance.

Sat 30th

Drilled little. Most of boys went home.

Sun 31st

Regimental inspection. Orders came for us to leave in morning. Great bustle in camp no one allowed to leave.

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