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There are flags and flags. There are flags we do not love. They represent the ashes of the Confederacy-a gigantic war, the hectacomb
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of 400,000 patriot dead-the waste of billions, and a cause which would have resolved this grand republic into a rope of sand. I refer to the flags which the President thought, but a few weeks ago, should be sent back to the hands that raised them in rebellion. I respect the presi- dential office. I remember it was filled by a Washington. a Lincoln, a Grant. [Applause.] I have reason to believe that the present occu- pant is an honest gentleman. He is doing as well as he knows how [laughter]; but God pity his "know how!" [Great laughter and cheers. ] I don't know which more to wonder at-his ignorance of sen- timent, or of law. [Applause.] He might as well have attempted in law to give away the National Capitol ; and, as to sentiment, those tro- phies are dear to us because they represent our deeds, sacrifices, marches, sieges, battles-something not to be disposed of as lumber from the attic of the War Department. [Great applause.] We have to thank the President that he kindly condescended to let us keep those flags. [Great applause, long continued.]
" The Old Regiment," was the succeeding toast, and who but Gen. Elliott should be called to respond.
The General was received with enthusiastic cheering. Comrades of the Second Iowa, he said, while many can address you more eloquent- ly, none can speak more truly and feelingly of the pleasure of this occa- sion. This is my first meal with the old regiment since the war. When I saw those Second Iowa men in San Francisco, my heart rose in my mouth, and every nerve thrilled every time we met. My recep- tion has been most cordial. I rejoice that there is so much left of the old regiment, and am surprised that after 22 years you have remem- bered and preserved so much of the tactics. I thank you one and all for the pleasures of this reunion, and I hope to be able to repeat its scenes with you in the years to come. [Long continued cheering.]
The president gave as the next toast, " The Second Brigade," and invited Colonel H. B. Burgh, of the Ninth Illinois Cavalry, to respond.
Colonel Burgh was received with cheers. After expressing his delight at being present, he said : It is but a few weeks since the Ninth held its annual reunion, and it was resolved to make an effort for a re- union of the old cavalry brigade, whose exploits have made it famous. In addition to the Second Iowa and Ninth Illinois, there were, you remember, two other gallant regiments, the Sixth and Seventh Illinois; but the officers and men of the Second Iowa and Ninth Illinois frater- nized the most frequently and intimately, and the friendship- foruns between them went on unbroken to the end. The Second lowareth; the Ninth Illinois in a tight place, would always come to the rescue.
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They fought together, bivouacked together, re-enlisted together, and together they went on many a memorable raid, and it is the wish of the Ninth Illinois Cavalry that once again at least, they may have the pleasure of meeting with their old friends and comrades at a grand re- union of the old Second Brigade.
As Colonel Burgh sat down under a storm of cheers, Colonel Horton jumped to his feet and reciting certain memorable crises of the field. when the Ninth Illinois and Second Iowa came to each other's rescue. called for three cheers for the Ninth and its gallant Colonel, which were heartily given.
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" The Sollicr in Time of Peace." was linked by the president with the name of General Hatch, and as this beloved commander rose to his feet, he was greeted with the cheers of the hall. He said that after the gallant stories of the soldier in war, it might seem commonplace to speak of him in times of peace. The soldier in time of peace is gener- ally looked upon as a cumbrous and useless luxury ; but such were our territorial conditions, that there was no time when the frontier did not call for troops to protect the pioneer settlements from the ravages of the Indians. And that service in those western wilds was no holiday affair .. It demanded the best discipline and highest military efficiency. The General drew a picture of western camp and field life, with its varying vicissitudes and dangers not unmixed with pleasures. The private soldier is now receiving considerate attention from the govern- ment. There is not only promotion from the ranks, but to facilitate this rise and qualify him for the rank to which he may aspire, the pri- vate is supplied with libraries and has the benefit of schools of training, while much is done to alleviate the hardships of the service with arrangements for pleasure. The church is also doing a good work, and the army has the example of many Christian officers and men. The General tendered his hearty congratulations upon the success of the re- union, and was loudly cheered on taking his seat.
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The president now presented the "old man eloquent," Hon. R. M. Burnett, introduced as one who was always the strong friend of the soldier and of the Second Iowa-unhappily, now blind.
Mr. Burnett was received with great applause. He said he had been mightily pleased at receiving the badge of the regiment, and its invi- tation to the banquet. His heart warmed and swelled within him, at the clasp of a soldier's hand. How much we owe to them who went out and stood as a rampart between our country and its foe! Nothing so exalts a man to us, as to know that he offered his life for us, and went forth to protect our hearthstones and all we hold dear from 5
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destruction. The whole land is full of glorious sentiment toward these brave men, and the national treasury cannot too bountifully pour out its wealth for the relief of all who helped to save an imperiled Union. Wherever the soldier goes, I say "God bless him !" I thank you for what you did and periled for me and mine, and for this best country in the world, and may our hearts, and our children's, and children's children's, never cease to pay homage to the deeds and sacrifices of men like the Second Iowa. [Great applause. ]
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The committee on resolutions asked leave to present a supple- mentary report, and offered a resolution of thanks to the citizens of Muscatine for their kind courtesies and generous hospitality.
The report, on motion, was adopted by a rising vote.
Comrade Lawrence moved that a vote of thanks be tendered Com- pany C, I. N. G., for the use of its armory and parlors, and also to Shelby Norman Post for the many courtesies of its members. Carried.
By request of Muscatine ladies, the lady guests of the banquet were invited to meet in Company C's parlor, after adjournment, for the pleasures of a reception.
President Egbert then announced that the regiment would now adjourn to Music Hall to transact unfinished business, and the Banquet joined its history with the halcyon memories of its predecessors.
CLOSING SCENES OF THE REUNION.
The supplemental resolutions in full, which were adopted at the banquet, are as follows :
WHEREAS, When we walk up and down the streets of your so beau- tifully decorated city, and come in contact with the pleasant greetings of your citizens (especially the ladies), we realize the fact that no words of ours can express our feelings of gratitude towards the good people of Muscatine. But we humbly submit the following as a partial indica- tion of our feelings and thanks to your good people. Therefore, be it
Resolved, That we tender the thanks of this association to the good and loyal people of Muscatine, for their many kindnesses, for the many beautiful decorations that have greeted us on every hand during our brief stay in your beautiful city.
Resolved, That we remember with feelings of special pride. the efforts of the people of Muscatine to make our former visits here pleas- ant and agreeable ; that we are again most forcibly reminded that the hearts of the people of Muscatine still beat with high and patriotic emotions. Be it further
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Resolved, That the ladies of Muscatine deserve special credit for this elegant and bountiful repast. And that we beg to assure them that the surviving members of the old Second Iowa Cavalry have abundant reason to remember them with feelings of profound gratitude.
The meeting at Stein's Hall was called to order, and Colonel Horton stated it was desired that a history of the regiment should be written, and suggested that each member bring to the next reunion interesting items suitable for it.
Colonel Hepburn was appointed as historian.
President Egbert spoke of the great success of the reunion, and extended the thanks of the retiring officers to all who had aided in making it such.
By motion of Colonel Hepburn, the regiment retaliated by tendering its thanks to the officers for their faithful efforts.
The question of the banquet at the next reunion was raised by W. A. Burnap, of Clear Lake.
Colonel Hepburn stated that he thought they had been too hasty in adopting the resolution discouraging the citizens in providing it at future reunions. He was convinced of this since seeing and partaking of the good things at the banquet. Other towns should be given a chance to feed the regiment if they wanted to; he would be willing, at any rate. His remarks were applauded.
After singing, " Rally 'Round the Flag," the meeting adjourned.
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HOMEWARD BOUND.
"The Evening Journal," of the 13th says: "The veterans attend- ing the Second Iowa reunion, nearly all took their departure last even- ing or this morning. Muscatine's citizens cannot speak too highly of them as courteous and intelligent gentlemen. The opinion was fre- quently expressed yesterday, that they were the finest body of men that were ever in Muscatine. The reunion was a grand success in every particular. The city's three largest halls were beautifully deco- rated, three hundred persons were elaborately and plenteously feasted. and Muscatine certainly covered herself with glory.
These reunions are powerful educators for the young, the sight of so fine a body of men as those seen yesterday, necessarily increases their respect and veneration for the Union soldiers, and stimulates all to acquire a better knowledge of the great struggle in which these vete- rans were engaged. Muscatine will gladly welcome again with open arms the Second Iowa whenever they honor her by a return to the city."
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SECRETARY'S FINANCIAL STATEMENT.
The following amounts, as dues and membership fees, were paid to the secretary :
Company A,
$ 18.00
Company B, -
5.00
Company C,
10.00
Company D, -
3.00
Company E,
8.00
Company F, -
1.50
Company G,
22.50
Company H, -
11.00
Company I,
14.50
Company K, -
10.50
Company L,
2.00
Company M, -
6.00
Amount received from B. A. Beeson,
49.20
$ 161.20
Of the funds paid over to me, I have paid out the following :
Egbert, Fidlar & Chambers,
$ 11.50
Journal Printing Co., 58.80
Stamps, envelopes and sundries,
15.00
Copying in Register,
16.00
Total, - -
$ 101.30
Cash balance sent to G. W. Kelsall, Secretary, 59.90
$ 161.20
I have endeavored to give names and addresses correctly. If errors have occurred, they can be rectified by addressing the secretary, Con- rade G. W. Kelsall, Canton, Iowa.
A copy of these proceedings will be sent to each member of the association ; the remainder will be sent to the secretary, to furnish those who may desire them.
There are a few regimental badges on hand, that can be secured from the secretary.
Hoping most sincerely that the time ere we meet again may bring to each one the'"brightest and best of all things," and that we may meet in 1889, at Maquoketa, I remain,
Your Comrade,
CHARLES F. CADLE,
Secretary.
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ROSTER OF MEMBERS PRESENT.
FIELD AND STAFF OFFICERS.
General W. L. Elliot, San Francisco, Cal. General Edward Hatch, Ft. Robinson, Neb. Colonel C. C. Horton, Muscatine, Iowa. Lieut .- Col. W. P. Hepburn, Clarinda, Iowa. H. B. Sudlow, R. Q. M., Rock Island, Illinois.
B. F. Diffenbacker, R. Q. M .. Hay Springs, Neb. R. A. Carleton, H. S., Iowa Falls, Iowa. T. J. Cady, V. S., Council Bluffs, Iowa.
G. A. Funck, Regimental Band, Muscatine. Iowa.
VISITING.
Colonel Harry B. Burgh, Ninth Illinois Cavalry.
MEMBERS BY COMPANIES. COMPANY A.
Captain W. B. Brunton, Watrous, New Mex. Benjamin Wagner, Anita. Iowa. W. L. Cadle, Chicago, Illinois.
W. D. Lawrence, Muscatine, Iowa.
Edward Henniker, Muscatine, Iowa.
D. H. Thompson, Tipton, Iowa. L. D. Dickinson, Danbury, Iowa. Thomas Stewart, Carleton, Neb. W. L. McNeil, Moorland, Iowa. J. W. Lawrence. Union, Iowa. W. H. Terry, Muscatine, Iowa. C. F. Cadle, Muscatine, Iowa.
M. L. Bristow, Richland, Iowa. William Kinzer, Richland, Iowa. Van B. Mills, West Liberty, Iowa.
B. W. Verink, Lettsville, Iowa. M. H. Sweet, Washington, Iowa. John Bickford, Tipton, Iowa. T. L. Emery, Brighton, Iowa. M. J. Farrell, Muscatine, Iowa. J. A. Martin, Muscatine, Iowa. Edward Kelley, Muscatine, Iowa. George W. King, Muscatine, Iowa. S. B. Fox, Illinois City, Illinois. George Gabriel, Wellman, Iowa. Edward Stafford, Riverside, Iowa.
COMPANY B.
W. T. Hughes. Eldon, Iowa. John Leech, West Branch. Iowa. P. H. Ream, Cambridge, Iowa.
J. T. Cady, V. S .. Council Bluffs, Iowa.
Ed Rhodes, Rockport, Missouri.
J. Canfield, Marshalltown, Iowa. A. M. Clark, Marshalltown, Iowa.
F. T. Young, Macksburg, Iowa.
S. J. Leech, West Branch, Iowa.
COMPANY C.
Captain Henry Erbert. Davenport. Iowa. T. M. Wilds, Anamosa, lowa. John M. Davis, Davenport, Iowa. Joseph Livingston, Avoca, Iowa.
F. A. Ross, Westchester, Iowa. M. Carroll, Tiffin, Iowa. F. Follett, Big Rock, Iowa. R. Snyder, Dixon, Iowa.
L. I. Washburn, Brighton, Iowa.
W. C. Shepherd, River Junction, Iowa.
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.COMPANY C-Continued.
J. D. Brinford, Allen's Grove, Iowa.
U. M. Kelsey, LeClaire, Iowa.
Ed Penry, LeClaire. Iowa. Daniel Snyder, Dixon, Iowa.
John Finley, Ida Grove, Iowa. A. C. Wells, Paton, Iowa. Henry Price, Princeton, Iowa. M. Trucks, Wisner, Neb.
COMPANY D.
T. C. Lewis, Saylorville, Iowa. Joseph F. Paul, Bogard, Missouri.
F. T. Anderson, Indianola, Iowa.
COMPANY E.
Harvey Bahl, Durant, Iowa.
E. Roberts, What Cheer, Iowa.
C. Reese, Moline, Illinois.
L. Miller, Davenport, Iowa.
Henry Kick, Keystone, Iowa.
Peter Flinn, Riverside, Iowa.
Horace Upson, Morning Sun, Iowa.
Henry Boeck, Davenport, Iowa.
COMPANY F.
Henry Killing, Bennett, Iowa.
F. F. Winter, Monona, Iowa.
. J. T. Calder, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
COMPANY G.
J. Walter, Mitchellville, Iowa.
J. Petty, Perry, Iowa.
F. R. Wright, West Liberty, Iowa.
A. T. Varney, Bennett, Neb.
H. B. Watters, Atalissa. Iowa.
B. F. Barkalow, Atalissa, Iowa.
R. B. Smith, West Branch, Iowa.
W. H. Cramer, Prescott, Iowa. E. T. Rigby, Davenport, Iowa.
James Corbin, Muscatine, Iowa.
D. A. Reynolds, Muscatine, Iowa.
T. B. Christy, Grandview, Iowa. Charles Cope, Atalissa, Iowa. Milton Heinley, Wilton, Iowa. W. Martin, Boone, Iowa.
B. J. Embree, Atalissa, Iowa.
C. J. Russell, Gadsden, Alabama.
F. H. Evans, Osceola. Iowa.
A. W. Heinley, Danville, Illinois.
G. W. Stauffer, West Liberty, Iowa.
Z. S. Cray, Essex, Iowa.
F. Stahley, Forreston, Illinois. '
H. Varner, Muscatine, Iowa.
B. E. Lilly, Muscatine, Iowa.
C. J. Sweet, Lone Tree, Iowa. George Ady, Denver, Colorado.
S. H. Knouse, Ainsworth, Iowa. A. H. Miller, Muscatine, Iowa. C. S. Miller, Muscatine, Iowa. H. Walker, Grandview, Iowa.
G. Hippenstall, Springdale, Iowa.
A. Medona, Maquoketa, Iowa. John Montgomery, Harper, Iowa.
A. McDonald, Fulton, Iowa.
COMPANY H.
HI. II. Longwell, Keswick, Iowa. L. A. Clerman. Iowa City, Iowa. J. Dansdill, What Cheer, Iowa, A. Borschell, Morris, Iowa. Captain J. N. W. Rumple, Marengo, Iowa. C. B. Granger, Port Byron, Illinois.
E. M. Compton. Weeping Water, Neb.
T. M. Axtell. Wapello. Iowa.
M. M. Herter. Deep River, Iowa.
W. L. Backensto, Denver, Colorado.
I. Meyers, North Liberty, Iowa. A. K. Rogers, Iowa City, Iowa.
F. A. Parrott, Iowa City, Iowa. J. Dawson, Wilton, Iowa.
T. B. Allin, Iowa City, Iowa. Joseph Call, Riverside, Iowa. J. K. Wagner, Van Horn, Iowa. A. Ivin -. Jowa Falls. Iowa. Benj. Owens, Iowa City, Iowa.
Peter M. Mumm, West Pilot, Iowa.
F. Pilloud, Sac City, Iowa.
W. C. Morden, Fulton, Iowa.
C. Kepler, Tama, Iowa.
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COMPANY I.
H. E. Jones, Elmira, N. Y.
E. F. Jones, Holton, Kansas.
W. H. Reckord, Davenport, Iowa.
J. Wood, Delaware, Iowa.
G. W. Davis, Lisbon, Iows.
L. H. Ferguson, Ubricksville, Ohio.
J. Davis, Mt. Vernon, Iowa.
P. F. Wragg, Hopkinton, Iowa.
W. A. Burnap, Clear Lake, Iowa.
D. R. Ziegler, Moline, Illinois.
N. R. Ziegler, Moline, Illinois.
J. B. Thompson, Manchester, Iowa.
R. O. Owens, Morning Sun, Iowa.
J. E. Eaton, Keota, Iowa.
W. J. McCaw, Corrystone, Iowa.
J. E. Jones, Williamsburg.
A. Webster, Painsville, Ohio.
COMPANY K.
D. Galbrath, New Sharon, Iowa. Amos Allen, Van Horn, Iowa.
E. H. Shephard, Corning, Iowa.
S. K. Spaulding, Omaha, Nebraska. S. S. King, Mediapolis, Iowa.
J. H. Coulter, Burlington, Iowa. J. H. Goodwin, Eau Claire, Wis.
J. M. Dotson, Columbus Junction, Iowa.
R. M. Reed, Morning Sun, Iowa.
Thos. Bell, Fairfield, Iowa.
J. R. Barclay, Kossuth, Iowa.
L. L. Bachus, Chicago, Illinois.
R. M. Downer, Muscatine, Iowa.
E. W. Bandy, Kossuth, Iowa.
I. B. Pierce, Winfield, Iowa.
COMPANY L.
G. W. Kelsall, Canton, Iowa. J. L. Taylor, Chicago, Illinois.
Chas. Elsner, Maquoketa, Iowa.
F. S. Dunham, Monticello, Iowa. R. B. Springer, Maquoketa, Iowa.
COMPANY M.
W. H. Lias, Collinville, Iowa.
S. L. Hazen, What Cheer, Iowa.
R. N. Woods, Maqnoketa, Iowa.
A. W. Flathers, Maquoketa, Iowa.
S. M. Gibson, Maquoketa, Iowa.
M. H. Pierce, Maquoketa, Iowa.
C. P. Reed, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Jos. McConnell, Capt., Center Point, Iowa.
W. W. Branscom, Spragueville.
David Hawkins, Maquoketa, Iowa.
Nathan Smith, Monticello, Iowa. R. F. McMeans, Fulton, Iowa.
NAMES OF MEMBERS WHO PAID THEIR DUES, BUT DID NOT REGISTER.
R. A. Carllin, Co. B. ·B. A. Beeson, Co. B. Al. Miller, Co. C. E. L. Gregg, Co. G.
C. F. Zeigler, Co. I. J. R. Bailey, Co. K. O. M. Hull, Co. D.
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J. C. Smith, Washington, Iowa.
D. Garlinghouse, Sand Spring, Iowa.
C. L. Jones, Bristow, Iowa.
J. F. Bedaur, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
G. B. Darlington, Shelby, Nebraska.
A. McCray, Red Oak, Iowa.
E. M. Pike, Morning Sun, Iowa.
A. Marion Clark, Newton, Iowa.
T. B. Swigart, Burlington, Iowa.
FOURTH
REUNION
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SECOND IOWA CAVALRY
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-HELD AT-
MAQUOKETA, IOWA,
OCTOBER 9 AND 10,
I889.
FOURTH REUNION
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Second Iowa Cavalry,
HELD AT
MAQUOKETA, IOWA,
October 9 and 10, 1889.
MAQUOKETA, IOWA: EXCELSIOR JOB PRINT, 1889.
FOURTH REUNION
--- OF THE-
Fearless and Dashing Second Iowa Cavalry.
The Fourth Biennial Reunion of the Second Iowa Cavalry, held in Maquoketa, Iowa, October 9 and 10, proved a most interesting occasion. The Second Iowa was one of the bravest regiments that ever left the state and was, on many occasions, in the hottest of the fight. They were mus- tered in at Davenport, August 25, 1861, and in December shipped for St. Louis, thence to the front in February, 1862, under command of Lieut. Col. Edward Hatch. In their first real engagement they did that which no oth- er cavalry regiment had been known to do. captured and held a battery of the enemy.
This regiment was composed of many of the best men in eastern Iowa, and for personal appearance aad military bearing was not excelled. The flower of many families contributed to its ranks, and from the beginning to the close of the war there were more than twenty-five hundred names on its roster, of whom about six hundred survive.
At this reunion 183 of these survivors were gathered. They were heart- . ily welcomed to our city by both citizens and soldiers, who met them in goodly numbers at the arrival of all trains, and when they arrived in bodies were escorted from the depots by bands of music.
The business meetings were held at their headquarters, Stephens' Opera House, and was called to order at 10 a. m., Wednesday, by Capt. J. N. W. Rumple, of Marengo. President of the Association, with Col. G. W. Kelsall as Secretary.
Tuesday evening the comrades began to arrive. The hearty greetings and cordial clasp of the hand brought the unbidden tear to the eye of many a brave man.
Many of the boys had come from long distances. Some had not met . since the war-and what a change! It was sometimes necessary to intro- duce former bunk-mates.
Wednesday morning dawned bright and clear and nature seemed to be vieing with the patriotic citizens of Maquoketa in welcoming the old veter- ans of that noble regiment, the pride of Iowa, the regiment that Gen. Rose- crans once called "The Eye of the Army."
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Early Wednesday morning the city began putting on holiday attire and before noon, so complete were the decorations that even the most fas- tidious of decorators were satisfied. Nearly every store building in town was appropriately decorated in red, white and blue, in many devices.
MORNING SESSION, OCTOBER 9.
The first meeting of the Association was held at Stephens' Opera House, Wednesday forenoon at 10 o'clock. The minutes of the meeting read as follows:
The fourth reunion of the Second Iowa Cavalry met in session at Ma- quoketa, Iowa, October 9 and 10, 1889 and was called to order by Capt. J. N. W. Rumple, President of the Association. The comrades then joined in singing "Rally Round the Flag," after which prayer was offered by Rev. J. B. Albrook. "America" was next sung by the united comrades.
The following comrades are reported as having died since our last re- union: John C. Welch Co. C, Ezra Albrook Co. I, George Hippenstall Co. G, R. M. Downer Co. K, Blake Fuller Co. L, Robt. M. Treat Co. F.
The President then read a communication from Capt. L. B. Jones, which was lost during the reunion, as was the letter of Capt. W. S. Belden and several others, and therefore do not appear in these proceedings.
Song by the Maquoketa Glee Club, "Marching Through Georgia."
The President then introduced Col. Sanford, who made a few remarks and promised to give the comrades another chance to hear him before the meetings closed.
The following committees of one from each company were appointed:
ON RESOLUTIONS:
Wm. Verink Co. A. W. F. Estbaugh Co. B, J. H. Freeman Co. C, T. T. Anderson Co. D, W. C. Morden Co. E, W. H. Bulla Co. F, H. I. Waters Co. G, Isaac Myers Co. H, J. B. Albrook Co. I, Thos. Bell Co. K, John Lee Taylor Co. L, S. M. Gibson Co. M.
ON LOCATION:
Capt. W. B. Brunton Co. A, Capt. J. L. Herbert Co. B, Serg't M. Car- roll Co. C, John Law Co. D, Jas. McDonald Co. E, J. Calder, Co. F, Chas. Coke Co. G. T. B. Allin Co. H, W. A. Burnap Co. I, Thos. Bell Co. K, C. R. Riggs Co. L. G. Haun Co. M.
ON OFFICERS:
C. F. Cadle Co. A. P. H. Ream Co. B. Isaac Gilmore Co. C. N. B. Cal- lahan Co. D. W. C. Morden Co. E. W. H. Bulla Co. F. E. T. Rigby Co. G. Samuel Harper Co. H. Ed. F. Jones Co. I. S. R. Spaulding Co. K. F. J. Hammond Co. L. R. N. Woods Co. M.
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AFTERNOON SESSION.
The meeting was called to order by the President, followed by the song, "Star Spangled Banner."
The President then introduced Col. Mock, of the 9th Illinois Cavalry, who delivered an address in which he said that in calling on him to address the convention he could see one of the old tricks of the Second Iowa Cav- alry-that of getting into a scrape and then calling on the 9th Illinois to help them out. The Col. paid a glowing tribute to the Second Brigade and especially to the Second Iowa Cavalry in the war of the Rebellion.
Song-"Rally Round the Flag," by the audience and choir.
The President then read the following telegram from Col. W. P. Hep- burn:
WASHINGTON, D. C., Oct. 9, 1889 .- To the President of the Second Iowa Cavalry Reunion, Maquoketa, Iowa: Am not permitted to be with you to- day, but my heart is with my old comrades. God bless them each and all. W. P. HEPBURN.
The President then made a report on the death of Gen. Elliott, and read the following reply from the daughter of our lamented Colonel in re- ply to resolutions sent her mother:
SAN FRANCISCO, Cal., Aug. 26, 1888 .- To J. N. W. Rumple-Dear Sir :- Your letter, owing to some delay, has but lately reached my mother and as she is in a very miserable state of health and unable to properly ac- knowledge its receipt and that of the enclosed beautiful resolutions passed by the Second Iowa Cavalry upon the death of my noble father, its first commander, I take great pride in doing so, and I assure you that all words of mine are far too feeble to express the feelings they inspire in us. My mother was deeply touched by those sincere and heartfelt words of sorrow for our common loss and the depth of feeling which inspired them. My father's love for and pride in all that concerned the brave fellows who fought so nobly under him was an oft repeated assertion, and it is no won- der we honor and respect the gallant Second Iowa Cavalry. Believe me, my dear sir, with renewed thanks and gratitude for my mother as well as myself, to be Always sincerely yours,
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