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The Daily Dispatch: December 7, 1860., [Electronic resource], The Press on the Message. (search)
Complimentary Dinner to the Bell and Everett Electors.--the Bell and Everett Club of this city gave a banquet to the Electors, on Wednesday night, at the Exchange Hotel. Wm. H. MacFARLANDarland, Esq., presided, assisted by the following vice Presidents: Wyatt M. Elliott. A. B. Guigon, Jas. McDonald, Thos. J. Evans, Thos. Vaiden, Dr. Z. S. McGruder and David I. Burr. Smith's Band furnished music for the occasion. after some time had been spent in discussing the luxuries on the tables, the President called the assemblage to order, and proceeded to announce the regular toasts: 1st. Washington — His praise is on the line of his children. They insult his memory who forget his parting advice. [Drank standing. Music-- "Washington's March."] 2d. The Fathers of the Republic--They have not "eaten sour grapes, but the children's teeth are set on edge." Let those rebellious children who betray the Constitution suffer alone the punishment of their own faults. (Music-- "
The Daily Dispatch: February 2, 1861., [Electronic resource], article 3 (search)
Henrico Mounted Rangers. --In accordance with advertisement, the citizens in the lower end of Henrico county met on the 31st of January, at the residence of R. Mills, to organize a company of Mounted Rangers. On motion, Col. J. P. Harrison was called to the chair, and Z. S. McGruder elected Secretary. Fifty-seven members came forward and enrolled their names, after which the following officers were unanimously elected: Captain, R. Mills. 1st Lientenant. Jas. H. Aiken; 2d. J. C. Schermerhon; 3d. B. O. Aiken. Surgeon, Wm. Farrar. Quartermaster, Albert Aiken. 1st. Sergeant, J. L. Johnson; 2d. J. P. Schermerhon; 3d. Capt. Jeffreys; 4th. W. Baker; 5th. Geo. H. Cox. Corporals--1st. R. C. Braxton; 2d. Wm. Throgmorton; 3d. Wm. F. Dupriest; 4th. Wash. Bottoms; 5th. Henry Myers. On motion, the meeting adjourned to meet at Mr. Albert Aiken's, on Thursday, the 7th of February, at 12 o'clock.
The Daily Dispatch: February 25, 1861., [Electronic resource], General Assembly of Virginia. (search)
g, under command of Col. Davis, paraded on the 22d inst, as hereafter mentioned, near the city reservoir, for target practice. The prizes to be awarded to the best marksmen were three in number-- a saddle and bridle, presented by Mr. S. S. Contrell, and a saddle presented by trooper Wm. F. Mitchell. The first choice of saddles was won by private J. R. Roper; the second prize saddle rewarded the skill of private William Wayne, Jr., and the third (the bridle) that of Ord'ly Serg't J. R. Belcher. After bearing the verdict of the Judges, (Cols. Knight and Harrison, and Z. S. McGruder, Esq.,) the troop proceeded to Richmond, and were joined by the other county cavalry, the Verina. Troop, Capt. Mills, the two uniting with the First Regiment in celebrating the day. The whole number of Henrico dragoons, with the Virginia Troop inclusive, was 107. The total of cavalry in column, on the 22d, was upwards of 200. A very good display for this section of country; or, indeed, for any section.
The Daily Dispatch: March 20, 1861., [Electronic resource], article 1 (search)
Meeting of citizens of Henrico. --We gave on Monday a synopsis of the proceedings of a meeting of the citizens of Henrico, who met at their Court-House, Saturday, to take into consideration the condition of the country, and insert to-day the resolutions adopted.--Dr. Z. S. McGruder, county Delegate, who was called on to define his position in the present crisis, said he had voted for the Peace Conference as a final effort, and so far as he was able to judge, from the information before him, it had, to his deep regret, signally failed, and that if he were a member of the Convention, with all the lights now before him, he would vote for Virginia's resuming all power delegated by her to the Federal Government; and that he was, if need be, in favor of Virginia's assuming an independent position, supplicating to no section, North, South, East or West, and thereby have a voice in the formation of any new Confederacy. The committee of seven appointed to draft resolutions for the me
The Daily Dispatch: April 6, 1861., [Electronic resource], The St. Louis municipal election. (search)
Henrico Troop. --At a recent meeting of this company, Dr. Z. S. McGruder was elected Commander, and returned his thanks for the honor conferred in a neat speech, Col. Wm. C. Knight, lately elevated to that post, having declined. The address of the new Captain, (who is delegate in the Legislature from Henrico,) promised much substantial advancement to the corps, who only need a competent leader to be on the highway of prosperity. The new Captain has been long a member of the corps.
The Daily Dispatch: April 8, 1861., [Electronic resource], Attempted murder and Suicide. (search)
Henrico county. --A meeting of the "State-Rights party" of Henrico county was held on Saturday last, at the County Court-House, G. M. Savage, Esq., presiding, and Mr. O. S. Taylor acting as Secretary. The object of the meeting was to nominate a candidate to represent the party in the next House of Delegates; but the attendance being small, the meeting adjourned till the first Monday in May, (Court-day.) Able addresses in favor of the South were delivered by Messrs. Jas. Lyons and John B. Young. After the adjournment of the meeting, Dr. Z. S. McGruder, the present representative in the House of Delegates, announced his intention of addressing his constituents at the time above named.
The Daily Dispatch: April 15, 1861., [Electronic resource], Effects of the storm. (search)
Progress of secession. --The flag of the Southern Confederacy was raised at Mr. Pae's residence on Church Hill, on Saturday last at half-past 4 o'clock. Quite a number of the residents were present to witness so interesting a scene. Dr. Z. S. McGruder being present, was called for, and delivered a speech, which was received with hearty cheers; after which Mr. Pae entertained the audience by repeating several verses of beautiful poetry. The occasion was rendered more interesting by good and cheering music, which animated every hearer. The whole proceedings passed off pleasantly, and the citizens returned to their homes well pleased with the prospects of Virginia's making the eighth star in the Southern Confederacy.
The Daily Dispatch: may 6, 1861., [Electronic resource], From Montgomery. (search)
ders of the soil. A large number appeared, and the display of horsemanship was creditable in the extreme. For the present the men have discarded their dress uniform, and are now clothed in serviceable shirts, capable of standing the wear and tear of a campaign. Dr. Z. S. McGruder, the present commander, has exerted himself with praise worthy determination to put his corps on the best war footing, and has succeeded. The corps on Saturday was in charge of Col. J. L. Davis and Capt. McGruder. ders of the soil. A large number appeared, and the display of horsemanship was creditable in the extreme. For the present the men have discarded their dress uniform, and are now clothed in serviceable shirts, capable of standing the wear and tear of a campaign. Dr. Z. S. McGruder, the present commander, has exerted himself with praise worthy determination to put his corps on the best war footing, and has succeeded. The corps on Saturday was in charge of Col. J. L. Davis and Capt. McGruder.
The Daily Dispatch: May 24, 1861., [Electronic resource], Stop the Runaway (search)
Henrico. Court-House.--For ratification, 1,086; for amendment to Constitution, 785; against amendment, 123. For House of Delegates: Z. S. Mcgruder, 686; Jimes Lyons, 264; scattering. 3. For Board of Public Works: A. R. Holladay, 874; Thomas L. Broun, 7. Chesterfield. Manchester.--For ratification, 390; against, none. For amendment, 99; against, 249. For Senate; B. H. Nash, 361. For House of Delegates; C. T. Friend, 361. [by telegraph]Petersburg. Petersburg, May 23. --For secession, 1,165; against, none. For amendment of Constitution, 909; against, 108. Claiborne elected to the Senate, and Collier to the House, without opposition. Charlotte. Keysville, May 23. --The vote at this precinct resulted: For ratification, 144. For Senate — Bruce, 118. For House of Delegates--McGehee, 109; Wood Building, 6. Albemarle. Charlottesville, May 23. --For Secession, 591, against, nore. For tax amendment, 473; against, 55. For Board o
The Daily Dispatch: May 24, 1861., [Electronic resource], Clarksville, Mecklenburg co., May 21, 1861. (search)
Camp Ashland, May 20th, 1861. Cavalry Notice.--The old members of the Henrico light Dragoons having arms belong to the State, or any property belonging to the Company, who are not enrolled and mustered into the service of the State, will return them immediately to Mr. S. B. Hutcheson, Franklin street, Richmond. Should they still desire to join the Company, they can report to me at Camp Ashland. Twenty new members, uniformed and well mounted (if application is made in ten days) will be received. Z. S. McGRUDER, my 22--10t Captain H. L. D.
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