At a meeting of the benevolent ladies of Prescott, yesterday afternoon, it was decided to prepare a box of clothing for the Lyon Light Guards. Those wishing to contribute articles, such as blankets, quilts, coverlids, socks, bandages, etc., will please send them in as soon as possible, for it is desired to forward the box by the first of next week. It is preparing at the residence of DR. MAXSON, where all contributions may be left.
MAJOR BLODGET, of the U. S. A., will leave here in a few days for St. Louis. The Major has been in the service some time, and has a high reputation as a commander. He served through the Mexican War, and came out with an honorable distinction.
Our friend, L. E. KNAPP, who was with the 1st Wisconsin, in the three months’ service, has a Lieut.’s commission under the Major, and is actively engaged in enlisting recruits. Success to them.
CAVALRY COMPANY.—We are pleased to know that M. A. DREIBELBIS,1 of this city, has received a Lieut.’s commission to raise a company for Col. Washburne’s [sic]2 1st Regiment Wis. Cavalry. Mr. DREIBELBIS is one of the most energetic, thorough going men in this place, and will take hold of the matter in earnest. He has had experience in the business, and will make an efficient officer. OLIVER GIBBS, JR.,3 is going into the company. If he is as shrewd in military as in political tactics, he will not long remain a “high private in the rear rank.” We look to see the company rapidly filled up.
From The Hudson North Star:
SOLDIERS’ RELIEF.—There is a petition in circulation to the County Board, asking for an appropriation for the relief of families of those who have gone to the war. We hope the Board will consider it favorably.
CAVALRY.—As will be seen by the advertisement elsewhere in this paper, Lieut. J. H. Burnell4 has opened an office in this city for the purpose of recruiting for Col. Washburn’s Regiment of Cavalry.—There are many wishing to go into the army who prefer this branch of the service and there is an opportunity offered now for all such to enlist. Lieut. Burnell’s office is at the City Hotel.
A CAVALRY COMPANY AUTHORIZED FROM THE ST. CROIX VALLEY.—M. A. Dreibelbis, Esq., of Prescott, the gentleman who offered ten horses as a gift to the Government a short time ago, has been authorized by the Governor to raise a Cavalry Company in this Valley. Mr. D. called upon us this morning and states that he already has 20 men and proposes to go into camp in about two weeks. Officers throughout will be elected when the Company is filled to 65 men. Horses and all equipments to be furnished by the government.
1. Martin A. Driebelbis, of Prescott, will be the captain of Company F of the 30th Wisconsin Infantry.
2. Cadwallader C. Washburn, of La Crosse, has been the colonel of the 2nd Wisconsin Cavalry since October 10, 1861.
3. Oliver Gibbs, of Prescott—enlisted December 18, 1861, and resigned June 18, 1862—will be the adjutant of the 2nd Battery of the 2nd Wisconsin Infantry.
4. Joseph H. Burnell, of Milwaukee, was 1st lieutenant of Company D of the 2nd Wisconsin Cavalry at this time. He will become captain of Company D on February 13, 1862.
The Civil War and Northwest Wisconsin 