February & March 1882 - Undertakers Refuse to Bury a Dead Child - So Smallpox Nurse does it herself, Awful Hot Cinder Accident at Hinckston Run & A Terrible Case of St. Vitus Dance - Sent to Poor House - Cambria Freeman

Undertakers Refuse Burial - instead Miss Zoler a nurse at the Johnstown Smallpox Hospital buried the dead child herself. Father was Policeman Ellsworth of Cambria City. 

Patrick Moran of Minersville burned by hot cinders along Hinckston Run.

German named Birke had Maggie Hoffman arrested and accused of stealing from him. 

Elizabeth Berger from Germany - case of St. Vitus Dance sent to Poor House to recover by her brother.She'd worked in the home of John Malor of Coal Street - Conemaugh Borough. 

 

Stone Bridge

 

Civil War - May 1, 1861 to May 23, 1861 - Johnstown Citizens Guard, Local Names Listed, First Local Wounded Acting LIke a Jerk - Ebensburg Alleghenian

Unless some direct attack or offensive movement is made by the opposing force, the country need not expect to hear of offensive movements on the part of the Federal troops by land within a fortnight or twenty days. The impatience of the troops here is natural, the impatience of those at home equally so; but the little fact which steps in to check great movements on the part of the Government is, that troops are not yet fully equipped, properly armed, or in any respect just as they should be. 

OUR SOLDIERLY--Annexed is a list of the several companies that have gone from this county, together with their Captains, the Regiments to which they belong and the Colonels thereof, the letter of the companies, and the Camps at which they are at present stationed. Our county subscribers should preserve it:

CITIZENS GUARDS. Company F, Capt. John Linton, 3rd Reg. Col. Minier, Camp Scott, York, Pa.

JOHNSTOWN INFANTRY, Company G, Capt. T.H. Lapsley, 3rd Reg., Col. Minier, Camp Scott, York, Pa.

ZOUAVE CADETS, Co. K, Capt. John Suter, 3rd Reg. Col. Minier, Camp Scott, York, Pa.

ALLEGHENY GUARDS, Co. H, Capt. George W. Easley, 10th Reg, Col. S.A. Meredith, Camp Slifer, Chambersburg, Pa.

WASHINGTON RIFLES, Co. G, Capt. James Carroll, 10th Reg. Col. S.A.Meredith, Camp Slifer, Chambersburg, Pa. 

"BE BRAVE"

From the Johnstown Tribune,

Mrs. G., whose sons, four in number, left their homes with the Johnstown volunteers, to defend their country, in parting with them, only uttered the words, "BE BRAVE!"

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THE CAMBRIA GUARDS--This company held a special meeting on Saturday last, and decided to offer their services to the General Government, through Gov. Curtin, under the three years' requisition. Lt. R.A. McCoy and Sgt. R.M. Jones left for Harrisburg on Monday, to carry out the wishes of the company. We have as yet had no return of their success. 

A report was current last week to the effect that the remains of Washington had been stolen from the tomb at Mt. Vernon. It was altogether a mistake--the remains of the Father of his Country are untouched. 

SKIRMISH WITH THE REBELS.

New York, May 20-- Special dispatches to the Evening Post and Commercial report that one of the government coast guard got ashore last night at the mouth of the Potomac, and was attacked by an armed propeller from Richmond with a large force of the rebels. After a brisk contest the rebels were repulsed; their loss in unknown. Four U.S. soldiers were killed and five wounded. The latter were landed at Fort Washington, today. Another steamer, with fifty soldiers, has gone in pursuit of the pirates. 

AN OFFER FROM SCOTLAND--The most significant offer yet made to our Government is that just received from Scotland. Certain prominent Scotch merchants, doing business in this country are responsible for a tender of ten regiments of unequipped men, who are not earning eleven dollars per month above their living, and who are ready and willing to enter the service of the United States for the war, be it long or short, on the condition that. at the expiration of the war, Government will grant them each a bounty of land. 

THE TRAITORS OF MARYLAND,KENTUCKY, VIRGINIA AND MISSOURI, if not of North Carolina and Tennessee, will have their hands full at home. Western Virginia is a unit against the rebellion; and should the eastern portion of the state venture upon active measures against the government, a new state will be created, and volunteers enough take the field to hold the rebels in check. 

Kentucky is even more evenly divided. Already three full regiments have taken the field for the Union, and when Col. Anderson shall take his place at the head of "The Hunters" of his native state, an army strong enough to speedily crush out treason from its borders will make its appearance. 

In Missouri, ten thousand Union volunteers are already enrolled; and in less than ten days the loyal men of that state will show themselves too formidable to be attacked.  

Maryland has almost entirely recovered from her rebellious spasm. The true men of the state are bold and ready. They cannot be put down. Already our troops pass "through Baltimore" undisturbed and in a fortnight not a traitor will show his head except through a halter. 

WAR MATTERS! -- In obedience to an Act of Assembly, entitled "an Act to create a loan, and to provide for arming the State," an allotment of fifteen regiments directed to be organized has been made, and one company is set down as the quota of Cambria county. This, when some six or eight companies are organized and ready to march from our midst at any moment, may seem a small number; but our gallant fellows must remember that there be other counties in the State, as yet not at all represented in the Good Cause, who are willing, aye, and anxious, to go forth to the battle. And they must be respected. 

We believe it is settled beyond that the Ebensburg company, the "Cambria Guards." is to be the company to go from this county--indeed, it is reported that they have been accepted and ordered to "lay on their arms." But of this we have nothing definite. We hope, however for the sake of our brave boys, who are absolutely "spilling for a fight," that the report may prove true. 

SOLDIER SHOT AT CAMP SCOTT--On last Wednesday evening, a young man named George Glass, of Johnstown, was shot twice and severely although not dangerously wounded, by a citizen of York. He and a companion had been bathing in the stream near town, and on returning they stopped at a private house to get a drink of water. After drinking, they insisted upon being permitted to play a game of cards in the house. This was refused, when the companion of Glass attempted improper liberties with a woman in the house. At this demonstration, the citizen seized a revolver and fired at Glass' companion, but without effect. The second shot was fired at Glass, and took effect in his back, below the shoulder blade. A third ball took effect in his left eye, making a slight wound. He was attended by a surgeon immediately, and it is thought he will recover. 

January 6, 1882 - Bucket of Water Proves Fatal, Elevator Accident & A Simple and Beautiful Act of Kindess for One Franklin Borough Family - Freeman

John Shire - 17 yr old - dies at parents house in Morrellville after getting dunked with a bucket of cold water.

Charles Unverzagt - 14 yr old - killed by an elevator at the Wood & Morrell Store. 

Miss Therea Harshberger of Franklin Borough who never had smallpox offers to take care of and nurse the small children of John Hoy of East Conemaugh. Kindness Indeed!

 

April 26, 1861 to May 1, 1861 - Nothing Much Happening on the National Front Just Yet - Just Both Sides Moving Troops Around - New Johnstown Home Guard Formed - Ebensburg Alleghenian

GALLANT EXPLOIT OF ILLINOIS VOLUNTEERS.

Chicago, April 26-- The Illinois troops have struck a great blow at the Secessionists of Missouri. 

Acting under orders from the President of the United States, an expedition of Illinois volunteers crossed over to St. Louis last night, advanced upon the Federal Arsenal at St. Louis, and brought immense stores of artillery, ammunition and small arms, which had been stored at that post by the Government. 

EX-PRESIDENT BUCHANAN DEMISETH.

Lancaster, April 25--It is reported that ex-President Buchanan has fled from Wheatland to escape the just indignation of an outraged nation, and the belief in his complicity with the traitors is gaining credence every moment. However no reliable information can be had of his whereabouts, therefore, we must abide events. 

FORTS REINFORCED.

Baltimore, April 27--Forts M'Henry and Carroll were reinforced last night and the receiving ship Allegheny was towed out of the harbor and placed under the guns of Fort M'Henry. 

The Senate has adopted an address to the people of Maryland, stating that the Legislature will not pass an act of secession; but if they believe the people desire it, they will give them an opportunity of declaring for themselves their future destiny. 

PITTSBURG, April 29--Governor Curtin has sent a dispatch to Mayor Wilson, of Pittsburg, authorizing the opening of a camp at that place, for the reception of the recruits from the western portion of Pennsylvania.

This camp, which is called "Camp Wilkins," was opened on Monday morning. 

(Washington) Before the city was perfectly safe, it was the intention of the Government to have blown up the Capital and all the public buildings, rather than have permitted them to fall into the hand of the Secessionists. This alternative is now entirely unnecessary owing to the perfect safety of the city. 

It is believed that an English and a French fleet will be sent to the Southern ports at an early day, to cooperate with the United States fleet in the blockade of the Secession ports. 

ADVICE TO VOLUNTEERS-- An old soldiers, writing to the New York Evening Post, gives the following timely hints to the volunteers who are now hastening to the defense of their country:

1. Remember that in a campaign more men die from sickness than by the bullet. 

2. Line your blanket with one thickness of brown drilling. This adds but four ounces in weight, and doubles the warmth. 

3. Buy a small India rubber blanket (only $1.50) to lay on the ground or to throw over your shoulders when on guard duty during a rain storm. Most of the Eastern troops are provided with these.--Straw to lie on is not always to be had. 

4. The best military hat in use is the light-colored soft felt; the crown being sufficiently high to allow space for air over the brain. You can fasten it up as a continental in fair weather or turn it down when it is wet or very sunny. 

5. Let your beard grow, so as to protect the throat and lungs. 

6. Keep your entire person clean; this prevents fevers and bowel complaints in warm climates. Wash your body each day, if possible. Avoid strong coffee and oily meats. Gen Scott said that the too free use of these (together with neglect in keeping the skin clean) cost many a soldier his life in Mexico. 

7. A sudden check of perspiration by chilly or night air often causes fever and death. When exposed do not forget your blanket. 

ATTEMPT TO MOB A U.S. SENATOR--

We find the following in the Richmond (VA) DISPATCH:

Andrew Johnson, U.S. Senator from Tennessee, passed thro' Lynchburg on Monday, on his way from Washington to Tennessee. A large crowd assembled and groaned at him, and offered every indignity, including pulling his nose. Every effort was made to take him off the cars. The demonstrations were first suggested by Tennesseeans.. Great difficulty was experienced in restraining the populace. Johnson was protected by the conductor and others, who begged that he might be permitted to proceed home, and let his own people deal with him. He denied sending a message asserting that Tennessee should furnish her quota of men. 

A Home Guard has been formed at Johnstown. 

Patriotic--red, white and blue aprons, as worn by the ladies in some sections. 

The citizens of Indiana county are endeavoring to organize a regiment, to take part in the approaching struggle. 

The members of the Blair County Medical Society have tendered their professional services, gratis, to the families of volunteers. That's the talk. 

WAR MOVEMENTS--Since our last issue, the war excitement, but not the enthusiasm, has materially lessened in our midst. The irrepressible outburst of patriotism has had its utterance, and in its stead now reighns a determination and a desire to maintain a determination and a desire to maintain the Union and Constitution at all hazards and to punish Treason as it deserves. Out citizens are deeply imbued with a spirit of patriotism--of love for country. They are for Union, the whole Union, and nothing but the Union, and they are unalterably opposed to all attempts to annual the Federal compact under which we have all lived and prospered so many years. To protect the one, and prevent the other, they will offer their lives on the shrine of their Country's Good. 

September 1881 - Odds & Ends - Mother Hurt Helping Son & Usual Daily Train Accident - Cambria Freeman

Mrs. Andrew Moses of Johnstown falls down a flight of stairs. 

Mary Martin daughter of Thomas Martin hit by train in Prospect on the way to work

 

January 1881 - Boy Killed Throwing Snowballs at Train, 1653 Violin, Stable Moving Accident & Dogs Dig up Corpses from (Union) Cemetery to Munch On - Cambria Freeman

Albert Mullen of Prospect killed by train while throwing snowballs. 

Violin from 1653 in Johnstown - J. Cohen

Third Ward Stable Moving Accident - Richard Jones and David Boyle. 

Doogs dig and chew up corpses from Union Cemetery chew on - Johnstown, Union Street School kids help collect the bones off the wild dogs. 

 

April 12 to April 25, 1861 - We have a Civil War on our Hands - War Fever Hits Area - Local Units - Cambria Guards - Local Members - Alleghenian

We have a Civil Wat on our hands---there is no use in looking away from the fact. For this year, the chief business of the American people must be proving that they have a government, and that Freedom is not another name for Anarchy. 

A civil war has actually commenced between the sections of this once glorious Union. The heart of every patriot bleeds at this solemn truth. The true men of the country have now a great duty to perform. The preliminaries are over--revolution has taken arms and proceeded to the last extremity--and now every man who reveres the memory of Washington must use his efforts and devote his wealth, his personal services, and his life, if necessary, in defending the integrity of the Government which the patriots of the revolution handed down as a PERPETUAL BLESSING to their posterity. 

LITTLE CAMBRIA IN MOTION---THE VOICE OF HER PEOPLE.

On Wednesday evening, an impromptu public meeting of the citizens of Ebensburg and vicinity was held at the Court House, to give utterance to their sentiments as regards the National Crisis through which we are now passing. Although but brief notice of the meeting was given, the room was packed full, and the patriotic enthusiasm there displayed we have never seen equalled. All---ALL---were desirous of proving their loyalty to that Government to which they owe so much, and of testifying their devotion to the cause of Freedom. Little Cambria is fully aroused, and the glorious Stars and Stripes will find many and brave protectors from among the gallant "Frosty Sons of Thunder."

RESOLVED, That Cambria county , who in her infancy sent her soldiers to encounter the enemies of her country in the war with Great Britain; who decimated her population in the war with Mexico; will not be backward when "traitors take the field" at home; and whilst we cheerfully tender to the South all her rights, as we have heretofore done, we are entirely unwilling to sustain her in resistance to the Federal Government. 

The company tendered their services to the Governor on Tuesday, are accepted, and notified to be in readiness to march at an hour's warning.

The company is the "Cambria Guards". An election for officers was held on Tuesday evening, and the following result was had:

Capt. ROBERT LITZINGER

1st Lt. ANDREW LEWIS

2d Lt. R.A. McCoy

3d Lt JNO SCANLAN

We will publish the entire muster roll next week.

JOHNSTOWN --Last week was a busy week in Johnstown. The news of the commencement of hostilities between the Government and the Traitors created the most intense excitement, and business was suspended for the time being. On Tuesday morning the requisition for the military companies (three in number) was received. Recruiting immediately was begun, and in a short time the companies had received their several complements. On Wednesday the Johnstown Infantry and the Zouave Cadets left for Harrisburg, and on Thursday the Citizen's Guard took up their line of march for the same point. The Johnstown Infantry numbers 81 men; Capt. Thomas H. Lapely; 1st Lt. Jacob M. Campbell; 1st Sgt. Robert P. Robison

2nd Sgt. John J. Mills; 3rd Sgt. James Moore. The Zouaves number sixty-seven men: Capt. John M. Power; 1st Lt. John P. Suter, 2nd Lt. A.K. Babcock; 1st Sgt. John Downey; 2nd Sgt. D.N. Jones; 3rd Sgt. J.E. Fry; 1st Corp. J.H. Gageby. The Citizens; Guard number--men:

Capt. John P. Linton; 1st Lt. Hugh Bradley; 2nd Lt. James C. Noon; 3rd Lt. John Cox.

Besdies these, three or four other companies are rapidly being organized. One of them, commanded by Judge Easly, we understand, left for Harrisburg on Tuesday. 

The Johnstown troops, after duly armed and equipped at Harrisburg, took the cars (trains) for Washington city on Sunday morning, where they arrived safely and are now on duty. They passed through Baltimore without any trouble. 

Our young fellow townsmen, William Linton and George W. Brown, left town on Saturday night for Harrisburg, They go to join the ranks of their country's defenders. 

As an instance of the enthusiasm prevalent here, take the following: A young man from Richland Township was sent to town by his parents on Wednesday to sell a basket of eggs; he arrived here; disposed of his eggs; enlisted in the Infantry; and by the time his parents were expecting him home, he was on his way to Harrisburg!

The intense patriotic feeling of our citizens will not permit Treason to show its hydra head among us. A man was stoned, knocked down, and otherwise roughly dealt with, for his supposed secession proclivities. Another was very quietly but earnestly admonished to leave town for the same cause; and it is needless to say that he complied with the request. 

It appears that we were slightly premature in saying last week that the Cambria troops had got through to Washington. They took the cars (train) for that point at Harrisburg, in company with several other regiments, on Saturday night, 20th ult., but proceeded only as far as Cockeyville, fourteen miles east of Baltimore. Here they found the railroad bridges destroyed, and further progress impeded. They were preparing to force their way through the city, when they received further orders from headquarters. They encamped at Cockeyville until Monday night, when they returned to York, where a permanent camp has been established. They are yet at that place, in good health and spirits, and "spiling for a fight."

Our military company, the "Cambria Guards," now number some 90 men.--

They are a noble, good-looking body of men, and will do honor to Little Cambria in the "tented field." They drill daily,and are already become quite expert in the exercises. The company expect marching orders in a day or two.

JOHNSTOWN,--A correspondent of the Pittsburg, DISPATCH, writing from Johnstown, says; "Four companies of volunteers have gone from this place. There are four more enrolled. The talk at present is that there will be an encampment located here. It is only about thirty-six hours' march from the Virginia line to this place."

OUR BOYS ABROAD,-- Lt. James C. Noon, of the Citizens' Guard, has been appointed aid to Col. Minier. Wm. Linton has been elected 1st Lt. of a company formed from the overplus of other companies, at Camp Curtin. G.W. Brown is serving as corporal in Dick White's Rifles. 

The Johnstown Zouaves, Infantry and Guards belong to the Third Regiment, composed as follows: Six companies from Blair, three from Cambria, and one from Allegheny--of which Minier, of Blair, is Colonel, and Pwer, of Cambria, Lt. Col.