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Text Any textual data included in the document [Page 1] though much fatigued by day’s journey. Wednesday, June, 29. Attended prayer-meeting this afternoon and preaching this evening - was rejoiced to see such evident tokens of the Lord’s presence. Thursday, June, 30. Passed the day very much as I did yesterday, with similar feelings. Friday, July, 1. We resumed our duties to day. I also heard a private pupil recite his first lesson by way of preparing to enter here next year. - Our meeting is still interesting. Saturday, July 2. Walked about a great deal to day, presenting pew bills - found it exceedingly warm. An interesting time at church this [Page 2] evening - two wounded soldiers and one young lady joined. Sunday, July, 3. Our protracted meeting still goes on. - Fourteen - seven whites and seven colored were baptized to day. Monday, July, 4. This morning a cadet called on me and requested that I would prevail on the Sup’t to allow him to attend prayer-meeting. He was allowed to go, and this afternoon he united with the church. What touched me more than this, however, was the fact that one of my colleagues, went up among the mourners this evening. I have a hope that my prayer in his behalf is about to be answered. Tuesday, July, 5. I am kept at home this evening by [Page 3] company from which I could not well excuse myself, in as much as he came late and leaves in the morning before day on the train. Wednesday, July, 6. Was rejoiced this afternoon to see my friend and colleague Lt. N. go forward and unite with the church. I have for a time entreated the Lord to have mercy on him and make him a good and useful servant in His moral vineyard. His wife, who has for some years been a member of the Methodist church went forward with him, and resolved to follow him in the Holy ordinance of Baptism. Pleasant sight - to see husband and wife consecrating themselves [Page 4] to the service of the Lord! There are others whom I desire soon to see doing likewise. May it be so! O Lord thou canst make it so! Thursday, July, 7. The services, at church were interesting this evening, though in consequence of my duties here, I did not get there in time for the sermon. I was just in time to witness the Baptism of the parties I spoke of yesterday together with others. We had a good time at prayer meeting this afternoon. Friday, July, 8. Our meeting continues interesting. Saturday, July, 9. I learned this evening that a request has been sent up from Charleston for our corps. From this, I infer that the state of [Page 5] affairs there is not favorable. Whether we will be ordered down or not I do not know at present, but hope that the state of things there may not be such as to make it necessary to call for such a corps as ours. If so, I fear the enemy is gaining a strong position, one from which it will be difficult to dislodge them. Sunday, July, 10. I am weary this evening. - Have attended S. school and church as usual to day. - I am informed that it is probable we will be ordered down to Charleston in a day or two. The Governor is going down in the morning to ascertain the state of things before the order is given, or rather before giving the order. [Page 6] Monday, July, 11. I am inclined to think that we will not have to go to Charleston as the enemy have been driven off of John’s Island, the point they were molesting us. - Our meeting is still interesting. Tuesday, July, 12. We were blessed with a good rain to day. It is still falling, and hence we have no preaching to night. Wednesday, July, 13. Rev. W. Williams, D.D., preached for us this evening from the text, “What shall it profit a man if he shall gain the whole world, &c.” I have often heard sermons on the same subject, but never heard so good a one before. He dissents from the view so often presented that the riches and honors of the world are not worth seek [Page 7] ing, &c. He says this is a beautiful world and that its riches and honors are worth all the labor and care one can give to their acquirement; that religion only prescribes the right use of riches and honors. This view I have long entertained, and am somewhat surprised that I never heard a minister proclaiming it before. Thursday, July, 14. Another good sermon this evening, on the danger of resisting the influences of the Holy Spirit. I confess to a feeling of sadness, that a congregation can listen at such a sermon without a single one being moved enough to seek an interest in the prayers of God’s people. Friday, July 15. Another good sermon from Dr. [Page 8] W. - this evening. - My colleague Lt. S. went forward for prayer, a circumstance which rejoiced me very much, for I have long looked upon him as “not far from Kingdom.” Had a long and interesting conversation with my colleague Lt. N. - who has recently made a profession of religion. Yesterday we conversed a long time on the subject, and now this evening again the subject is attractive. How different from what it was a few years or even months ago. Then I felt greatly the need of congenial spirits. Now I feel that I have one in my friend for which I thank God, the Giver of all good. Saturday, July, 16. Had an interesting interview with my friend & colleague Lt. S. - He has determined to make a profes- [Page 9] sion of religion and I have not doubt he will be useful member of the church. How pleasant the thought that all my colleagues are professors of religion, and all but one Baptists. “Bless the Lord, O my soul; and all that is within me bless His holy name.” Sunday, July, 17. At the close of the exercises of S. school a meeting of the church was held for the purpose of receiving my friend & colleague Lt. S. into the church, and after morning service, he and two young ladies were baptized. Beautiful sight, to see the young enlisting under the banner of the cross. Monday, July, 18. My house is more cheerful now than for some time past. Sister-in-law, and her friend Prof. E’s daughter arrived [Page 10] this evening, who with my sister who came on last Saturday, will give our home an air of cheerfulness. This evening, at the request of an aged sister in the church, I accompanied our pastor and my brother deacon to her bedside. The pastor spoke to her of the promises of the Bible, and prayer was offered by Bro. S-. Our sister is truly a “Mother in Israel.” It is good to visit God’s children under such circumstances. Tuesday, July, 19. Performed my usual routine of duties. I am sorry that my time is so much engrossed in the effort to make a support for my family that I have not time for mental culture. Wednesday, July, 20. Various opinions are entertained about the removal of Gen. J. E. Johnston [Page 11] and the promotion of Gen. Hood. I hardly know what to say about it. I have long felt that Johnston’s reputation is based upon his retreat’s rather than anything else, but for aught I know his army may be too small to contend with that opposed to him, and he may have done as well as anyone could do. I am not disposed therefore to condemn him, neither am I disposed to censure the Pres. for removing him until I learn more about the causes that led to it. Thursday, July, 21. Attended prayer meeting this evening. Friday, July, 22. Have some of the cadets to tea this evening. It is refreshing to see them and the girls enjoy themselves. - Went down to the hotel to see a wounded friend who is passing through [Page 12] on his way home. Endeavored to get him to come up and take the night with us but he could not do so he said and attend to some business he had. Saturday, July 23. Our corps attended the funeral of Maj. W. C. Preston as a body. The major fell near Atlanta a day or two ago. Alas! that so many of our young men should be called to fill an early grave. Sunday, July, 24. Attended my usual Sabbath duties. Two young ladies were baptized this morning. Monday, July, 25. On duty to day - nothing to record, except that I am weary. Tuesday, July, 26. Attended the funeral of another of our Southern martyrs - R. Beck. Dr. Palmer spoke of him as “Robert” - [Page 13] - said that he was his (the Dr’s friend) in a manner that was really pathetic. I have no doubt he was a blameless Christian. Wednesday, July, 27. Had to lead the exercises of prayer meeting this evening, in the absence of the pastor. Endeavored to deliver a short lecture, was very weary, and doubtless appeared so to others. But I did the best I could, and as such hope it will have a good effect. Thursday, July, 28. Am feeling better this evening than I have for some time. I have not complained, but at times during the past few days I have been very unwell. Friday, July, 29. Some cadets are here this evening - enjoying themselves with the girls. It makes [Page 14] me cheerful to see them. - Some others of our cadets are not so cheerful, however. They (fifteen of them) were detached without pay in the beginning of the year by Gen. Beauregard in order that they might avail themselves of the advantages of the Academy, and now the detail is about to expire and the officer now in command of the department declines to extend it and they will likely have to return to the army. Some of them, I know, regret having to leave. And I regret it for them, for they will not again have an opportunity to pursue their studies. It is always matter of regret to see a young man compelled to relinquish his studies when he desires to prosecute them. [Page 15] Saturday, July, 30. Have discharged the Supt’s duties to day in his absence. Sunday, July, 31. Heard Rev. Dr Howe and the Rev. Mr. Wannamaker preach to day. Both preached good sermons. But the former particularly pleased me. I heard the latter under unfavorable circumstances. Some young people near me were talking, and so annoyed me that I did not enjoy the sermon. Monday, August, 1. I am much wearied this evening. Teaching during my regular hours in the forenoon, and then instructing privately in the afternoon, tax my energies more than my strength is able to bear I am afraid, yet I must work in order to support my family. [Page 16] Tuesday Aug. 2. Feel weary again this evening. Wednesday, Aug. 3. I am much depressed this evening - feel unwell, my wife in in bed suffering from cold in the head and face; and besides I am almost exhausted from my days duties. Thursday, Aug. 4. Am not so weary this evening. Friday, Aug. 5. At the request of two young ladies I have just written in their albums. In one I wrote - This is a beautiful world and all it contains is good, save man and what he has made bad. - In the other - if you would be happy all your days, and at last go home to Heaven, live up to the motto “Be good, do good.” [Page 17] Saturday Aug. 6. I am alone this evening, or nearly so. All my family are gone to Greenville except Bro. George. I said I was alone. I attended church conference this evening, where I introduced some resolutions with a view of correcting the misbehavior that has been practiced for some time by certain young people who attend evening service at our church. After some discussion I deemed it proper not to call for a vote on them, though it was evident to all that they would have passed. I therefore, resorted to the unusual method of moving that they be laid on the table, with the hope that someone would suggest a better plan to correct the evil. Sunday, Aug. 7. Attended my usual Sabbath duties. [Page 18] Monday, Aug. 8. Have performed my usual duties and am weary. A letter from my family and one from my father tell me that all are well for which I am thankful. Father’s letter gives me another practical illustration of that unusual kindness which he has ever shown me. Would that I were a more worthy son. Tuesday, Aug. 9. Do not like the news we have from Mobile - fear we are going to meet with a great disaster there, if we have not already sustained one. But disasters must be expected in a war like this. Wednesday, Aug. 10. Went out to the church this evening but found it closed. It had not been opened because of the rain this afternoon I suppose. [Page 19] Thursday, Aug. 11. Appeared to day, for the first time in my life, as an evidence in a law case. It was a case of larceny. A negro that has been employed by me was charged with the offence and I was summoned on the part of the defendant to prove that the negro was elsewhere at the time that the theft was said to have been committed. My testimony was not such as to clear the boy in as much as I could not account for him during the whole of an hour, as well as at its beginning and its close. He was therefore convicted. I feel however that he is unjustly so and on this account I regret it. Friday, Aug. 12. Secured two contributions to day to [Page 20] the Missionary Enterprise in contemplation for the benefit of our Sand Hill population. This completes the number required by the unknown friend who proposed to me to be one of ten to raise a thousand dollars to send them a missionary. I trust that some lasting good is to grow out of it. Saturday, Aug. 13. Rev. Mr. G- is with me this evening. It is pleasant to have friends who feel that they can call to take the night without ceremony. He is to preach to-morrow, and I hope to spend a pleasant and profitable day. Sunday, Aug. 14. Attended usual Sabbath duties to day, and this afternoon, by request, Bro. Gwin and myself went to see a wounded soldier and some religious exercise with him. [Page 21] Poor man! it is found he will not survive long. A consolation is that he has long since made his peace with God. Monday, Aug. 15. Performed my usual duties. Tuesday, Aug. 16. Went again this evening to visit the sick and wounded soldier that I saw on Sunday last. - It appears that he is no better. Wednesday, Aug. 17. To day It is just thirteen years since I was baptized, should I live to see that many more years I hope I may be more useful than I have been during those that are past. - Conducted the exercises of the prayer-meeting this evening. - Called on our young brother Norris to lead in prayer - he did so and got through well. Trust he is to be a useful man [Page 22] in the church. He has made a good start. Thursday, Aug. 18. Have demonstrated to the class, and to my private pupils a great deal to day, and am wearied. Friday, Aug. 19. A few days ago, I suggested to my colleagues and brethren, Norris & Sams, that we might find it mutually profitable to have a meeting once a week, for the purpose of comparing our views on different portions of the Bible. This evening we had our first meeting. We began at the first chapter of Genesis and discussed different points as they were suggested in the first three chapters. The meeting was pleasant and profitable and I trust is but the beginning of a mode of improvement which is to result in great good to us all. [Page 23] Saturday, Aug. 20. Hope to spend a profitable and useful as well as pleasant sabbath. Sunday, Aug. 21. In conversation with one of my colleagues yesterday it was suggested that if a minister were to come up every Sunday morning and hold religious exercises with our cadets, it might be production of much good. Impressed with this idea addressed them this morning on the importance of preparing for the duties of life and for the solemn event of death, and concluded by proposing that a minister be invited to come up and conduct such exercises as he might deem proper on each Sunday morning before breakfast. On taking the [Page 24] vote it was unanimous in favor of the proposition, and I have accordingly invited a minister to attend next Sunday morning. Ours is a State institution, and I deem it proper to invite the ministers of the different denominations to officiate in turn and shall act accordingly. At S. school meeting this evening was re-elected Supt of S. school. Trust that I may be able to do good in the position. - Feel very much fatigued this evening. Monday, Aug. 22. Am cheerful this evening though somewhat lonely. Tuesday, Aug. 23d Usual duties performed. Wednesday Aug. 24th On duty and cannot go to prayer meeting. A boy has arrived from home, who will [Page 25] live with me some time. He brought with him several gifts from home which only serve to remind of that affectionate interest with which a parent always follows his child. Thursday, Aug. 25. Went through the usual routine of duties. Friday, Aug. 26. Heard the Rev. Dr. Burrows of Richmond preach this evening from the text, “The Lord reigneth; let the earth rejoice.” The subject was well treated but his oratory was not exactly that which I expected from all I had heard of the man. Still I regard him an able and impressive speaker. Would that we had more such. Saturday, Aug. 27. Two of my colleagues and myself had an interested meeting to night reading and commenting on the Scriptures. [Page 26] Sunday, Aug. 28. Witnessed the pleasing spectacle of seeing a young man put on Christ by the solemn ordinance of baptism. Another of our cadets has enlisted in the army of the Lord. - Addresses in behalf of the cause of missions in our army were delivered this evening in the Baptist church, after which the liberal collection of about eleven hundred dollars was taken up. Monday, Aug. 29. I am becoming tired of living alone. Tuesday, Aug. 30. Nothing new. Indeed I seldom ever have anything worth writing. Wednesday, Aug. 31. I’m quiet - as usual. Attended prayer meeting. Thursday, Sept 1. My family are at home again. I am glad to see them well. Friday, Sept. 2. [Page 27] It is rumored that Atlanta has fallen and I fear it is so. But why grieve about it if it is so? It does no good to fret about what we cannot help. Saturday, Sept. 3d Unfavorable rumors are current relative to the position of our army in Ga. and its condition. For myself I have not doubt that it has fallen back - from necessity of course. Attended the regular church meeting this evening, and became very much interested in a debate that arose relative to a resolution introduced by me in regard to a fund that has recently been raised for missions in the Sand Hills. The resolution was adopted. Sunday, Sept. 4 Two or three of those who were in the minority in the debate alluded to last night have thought proper to [Page 28] withdraw their part of the contribution to missions about which the debate arose, and rather than let the enterprise fail I have assumed the responsibility of saying that the amount which they have withdrawn shall be paid. Sept. 5. Monday A good rain this evening. In a committee had a warm debate on the same matter referred to in my notes of yesterday and the day before. Tuesday, Sept. 6. Sowed my turnips to day. Those I planted some time ago have died. I hope yet however to make some. I feel that it is more desirable than ever for it I have to take the field my family will need to have something to subsist on. Wednesday, Sept. 7. Attended prayer meeting this evening. - Hope to be able to go to the Association to-morrow. [Page 29] Thursday, Sept. 8. After a fatiguing ride, arrived at Union C. H., and was assigned to a place of entertainment. At night heard a sermon from Dr. J. D. D-, and a feeble effort it was. I hope we shall not have another such during the Association. Friday, Sept. 9. Association met and was organized. Only a few delegates, however, were present owing to the recent military calls. Saturday, Sept. 10. The proceedings of the Asso. continue as they began, harmonious. - I feel unwell this evening, the result, I suppose, of irregular habits since I have been at the Asso. Irregularity of diet is very injurious to me. Sunday, Sept. 11. Heard two S. school addresses, but they did not come up to my expectation. [Page 30] The important point was not discussed. The religious exercises of the day were interesting. Monday, Sept. 12 Cannot remain longer, as my furlough will expire this evening. - I’m happy to find all well at home. - Brought with me Bro. A - a Baptist minister from Fla., spend a pleasant and profitable evening. Tuesday, Sept. 13. Went through with my usual routine of duties and feel tired. Wednesday, Sept. 14. All goes on quietly with us. Thursday, Sept. 15. Have felt very badly to day - somewhat feverish. Feel despondent. Friday, Sept. 16. Sorry to hear that there is yellow fever in Charleston. It will certainly be very disastrous to us, humanly speaking, in a [Page 31] military point of view. But it is wrong as well as unwise to complain at what we cannot help. This is a dispensation of Providence which is doubtless intended to chasten us, and as such we should receive it with meekness and humility. Saturday, Sept. 17. Nothing worth recording. Sunday, Sept. 18. A little rain to day, and in consequence there were very few out this evening at church. This community is, I fear, rather a fair weather community in matters of religion. Monday, Sept. 19. To day wears the appearance of Fall. Tuesday, Sept. 20. I am not in a mood for writing, even if I had anything to write. The truth is I feel much discouraged in every way. [Page 32] Wednesday, Sept. 21. I could not attend prayer-meeting this evening on account of the rain. Doubtless no one was out. - I am still despondent. Thursday, Sept. 22. One more day has passed. - No incident of interest to record. Friday, Sept. 23d Two of my friends called to see me this evening. The time passed pleasantly. Saturday, Sept. 24th Learned that a hostile meeting was appointed to take place at 3 P.M. between two of our cadets. The challenge had passed and been accepted, to fight with pistols, muzzles touching. - I determined at once to stop it, and believing that it could be done unofficially, I determined to try it. I called the principals and their seconds into my quarters - stated to [Page 33] them that I knew there was a difficulty existing, that I thought it could be settled by themselves, that generally a misunderstanding lay at the bottom of such difficulties and advised them as a friend unofficially to settle it. And in order to expedite the matter I offered them the use of two rooms in my quarters, with pen ink and paper. My offer was accepted, the difficulty was amicably adjusted, the young men thanked me kindly. I gave them a word of advice and they withdrew leaving their last notes in my hands as a proof of the adjustment of the difficulty. It it proper to say that I gave them notice that if they could not settle it, I would have to make an official matter of it and have it settled for them. I am glad this was not nec [Page 34] essary, and hope the course I pursued will result in good to all concerned. Sunday, Sept. 25. Went out into the country to day to carry an appointment for a missionary, also to fill, in part, one already made. At the request of the missionary, I and another brother went out for the purpose of opening the door of the church for the reception of members. This was a duty, new to me, but I did it. Several joined by letter, one by experience, and one came forward for restoration. Altogether it was a pleasant meeting. Heard a good sermon to night from Rev. Mr. Hume, a young brother of rare promise. Monday, Sept. 26. Had Rev Mr Hume to dine with me to day - found him very pleasant. He is certainly a very intelligent young man. [Page 35] Tuesday, Sept. 27. A pleasant autumn day. Closely engaged as usual. Wednesday, Sept. 28. Was pleased to day to hear that two more of our cadets are desirous of conversing with our pastor on the subject of religion. Thursday, Sept. 29. What is life but a state of probation! Friday, Sept. 30. Another day is gone. I have discharged my duties as usual. The meeting with my colleagues for the study of the Scriptures was very pleasant this evening. Saturday, Oct. 1st Busy all day - a part of the time attending to private business and part of the time endeavoring to prepare the minds of the brethren of the church to increase the salary of our pastor. [Page 36] This evening at church meeting it was agreed to double his salary for the next year. There was indeed a fine spirit manifested by the brethren in this particular. But there was one I am sorry to say, who was under the influence of ardent spirits - a good brother in every other respect. What a misfortune. Sunday, Oct. 2d Heard a sermon this evening which I shall long remember. It was on the transfiguration of our Saviour, and was delivered by Rev. Mr. Rogers of Missouri. Moses and Elias appeared said he as delegates from the Heavenly world, the former to represent the Lawgivers of the Old Dispensation the latter to represent the prophets, and they by their presence testified to the Saviour’s Divinity and the superiority of his Dis- [Page 37] pensation over the Old, while Peter, James and John bore witness in order that they might proclaim the truth to the human race. Monday, Oct. 3d Heard this evening that father is sick, which with other circumstances causes me to feel much depressed. Tuesday, Oct. 4th President Davis addressed the citizens of Columbia to day at Gen. Chesnut’s resident in this city. A vast multitude of all ages, colors, conditions, and positions in society of both sexes were assembled to hear him. Our corps attended in a body to pay its respects to the Chief Magistrate of the Confederacy. - His address was characterized, by dignity of sentiment, depth of thought, and purity of style. He took a hopeful [Page 38] view of the affairs and urged all to the discharge of their duties. - In personal appearance the President is not prepossessing. A full head of hair, mostly gray, a full forehead, prominent cheekbones, sunken cheeks and a sharp chin with a beard short and fast becoming gray, and an erect form about the medium size constitute the outline. I pronounce him a good orator. Wednesday, Oct. 5 I feel that I am greatly taxed to make an honest support for my family, but I do not have any complaint to utter about my lot. It is better than many others and better than I deserve. Thursday, Oct. 6. The Chairman of the Board of Visitors, in accordance with a request made of him, ordered the corps under two of [Page 39] the professors, to aid in guarding a large number of prisoners recently sent here. Accordingly Lts N. & S. in charge of the corps, are now performing that duty. If continued long, the interruption to our studies will be serious. It is hoped however that services in this particular will not be required long. Friday, Oct. 7. Quite unwell to day, but have kept up since the morning. Heard some of one of my colleague’s private pupils recite, by way of obliging him in his absence. Saturday Oct. 8. Have been engaged all day in matters appertaining to the good of the church. Sunday, Oct. 9 Attended preaching in the country to day, with a missionary. - Saw him Baptize two colored people. [Page 40] Monday, Oct. 10. We have company this evening. Tuesday, Oct. 11 Attended the election to day, and was pained to see men under the influence of intoxicating drink. I saw one of the candidates staggering, who I am told has seldom if ever been seen in that fix before. There was some betting in favor of certain candidates, all of which I was sorry to see - one of the evils of universal, popular suffrage that cannot well be remedied. Yet I like the system, notwithstanding. Wednesday, Oct. 12 Was glad to have our corps return to their studies to day. - We have company again to night. Thursday, Oct. 13. Discharged my usual Academic duties. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Journal of John B. Patrick, June 29, 1864-October 13, 1864 Subject The topic of the resource Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina American Civil War (1861-1865) Social life and customs Description An account of the resource John B. Patrick was a member of The Citadel's Class of 1855. He served as a professor of mathematics at the Arsenal Academy in Columbia from 1859-1865 and as secretary for the Board of Visitors from 1862-1865. During the Civil War, he was lieutenant in charge of the Battalion of State Cadets. His journals span from 1861-1865 and detail his personal life and health, religion, his work at the Arsenal Academy, cadet discipline, and Civil War activities. 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Text Any textual data included in the document [Page 1] before the church this evening but he failed to do so. Dined at 3 P.M. - Planted some seeds in the garden, - took a long walk to see a shoe-maker, - on my return wrote a business letter, and after tea attended a business meeting of the church. - I know retire, with the hope of resting quietly, and of spending a peaceful and pleasant Sabbath. Sunday, March 6. Heard a blind man preach to day, Rev. Mr. Lunn of Darlington. He recited the 90th Psalm, and all the hymns from memory. His sermon was a very good one indeed, from the text, “Serve the Lord with gladness and walk humbly in the sight of God.” In the afternoon, I attended the funeral of a soldier who was killed last fall, [Page 2] and whose remains have recently been brought home. The procession was a very long one. Such manifestations of respect, I have no doubt, tend greatly to soothe the anguish of the family. Monday, March 7. The usual routine of duty has been performed. Tuesday, March 8. Have been busy as usual. Indeed the hours are few that I can call my own. Wednesday, March 9. This evening at prayer meeting, a gentleman, whose wife was baptized on last Sunday who went up to be prayed for and afterwards joined the church. The welcome that his wife gave him was deeply affecting. May he have grace to run with patience the life of a Christian! [Page 3] Thursday, March 10. Academic duties were suspended to day in consequence of the death of one of the cadets. On last Saturday he was consigned to the hospital, on Monday his father moved him to the Hotel and last night he died. Scarlet fever was his disease. How sad to see a young man suddenly cut down. The lesson should be heeded by us all. Friday, March 11. Have performed my usual duties to day. Saturday, March. 12. Have spent a good part of the day trying to make arrangements for preaching to-morrow. Rev. Mr. Norris, who is in the city will preach to-morrow night, and I hope from what I have seen of him to day [Page 4] that his sermon will be of a character to do good. Sunday, March. 13. The day is past and I am gratified at having heard two good sermons to day. Bro. N’s sermon was, as I had hoped it would be, a good one. Monday, March 14. Bro.-in-law J.R.P.G. - came in from Va. this morning - took us rather by surprise. - I neglected on Saturday to refer to the death of a man who was shot in the streets a few days ago, in an unguarded moment. A desperate man, provoked by a circumstance in which law and equity were against him, saw proper, in his frenzy, and apparently deliberately to shoot the party whom law and equity had [Page 5] justified. A melancholy affair indeed it was. Such is human nature. Tuesday, March. 15. We attended the funeral of Lt. G - of this city - who died of typhoid fever contracted in camps. Another lesson this to us all, to remind us of our mortality. Wednesday, March 16. The usual duties performed. - A very cold day for the season. Thursday, March 17. Weather still chilly. Friday, March. 18. Was surprised to day at receiving a check for a considerable sum of money from what I at first sight supposed to be an unknown source, but on closer examination I found it to be from my uncle. He desired me to fund it for him, in [Page 6] four per ct bonds which I have done. Saturday, March. 19. Have had a great deal of running about to do to day and hence am feeling weary. Hope to spend a pleasant and profitable Sabbath. Sunday, March. 20. In consequence of rain, I did not go out to church this evening. Monday, March. 21. A cold rain at first but afterwards a sleet and then a snow. Vegetation will all be killed. Tuesday, March. 22. Snow all over the ground and very cold for the season. - I have been concerned for several days to devise a plan for getting my corn here. It is becoming a serious matter to subsist one’s family. There is corn [Page 7] in the country but it is so difficult to get transportation, that we are almost as far to seek as if it were not there. Wednesday, March, 23d Another year of my life has passed away, and I am now thirty-two years old. My birth-day has passed as does other days - with the usual amount of care and business. I am reminded that life is ebbing away, am thankful that I am as well as I am, and hope that the same Providence that has guided me thus far will guide me in the future. My prayer is that I may be able to accomplish more in future than I have in the year that is past in the way of self improvement. [Page 8] Thursday, March. 24. The usual amount of labor and care. Friday, March. 25. Our superintendent is an Episcopalian, and believes it proper to observe the day (Good Friday) as a religious festival. Hence Academic duties are suspended. Saturday, March. 26. Succeeded in effecting an arrangement by which I am to exchange corn with the Government. I am to deliver mine at the R. Road and get corn here. - This evening our pastor and the Rev. J.T. Sweat took tea with us. The evening was very pleasantly spent so far as I was concerned, and I feel that I may say the same for all. Sunday, March. 27. In addition to my usual Sabbath duties [Page 9] I rode over to the Factory to preaching this afternoon. Was sorry to find but few out. I fear the operatives are not as much interested in religion as they ought to be. Monday, March. 28. After the days duties were done, met a committee this evening to consider the case of a colored man, a member of the church who has been arraigned for misconduct. Tuesday, March 29. Our little boy is sick this evening. - Hope he will be better by the morning. Wednesday, March. 30. Weather still cold. Had a conversation with one of my colleagues this evening from which I learn that he has thought seriously on the subject [Page 10] of religion. I trust that he will encourage the thought until he feels it his duty to make a profession of religion. Thursday, March. 31 A pleasant day. Friday, April 1 The 2nd Regt S.C. Cavalry arrived here last night had a member of it to dinner with me to day. He represents the soldiers as being cheerful, not discontented with hard fare. And it is well that they are so. Some of our people at home would do well to follow their example since beef is five dollars per lb & chickens $5. per head. Saturday, April. 2. Was gratified to see our brother against whom I preferred charges for drunkenness some time ago out at church meeting this eve- [Page 11] ning. He acknowledged his error regretted it and hoped to be forgiven. The church freely forgave him in the hope that he would have grace given him to live as he seems to desire. At this I am much gratified, for although it was my duty to report him, I had no desire to see him excommunicated. Sunday April 3d At communion services this afternoon there was a large attendance, and Dr. Reynolds, as usual, was very happy in his remarks. Monday, April, 4. A cold rainy day. The spring is very backward truly but doubtless He that rules all is doing what is best. We mortals however are not apt to remember this. [Page 12] Tuesday, April. 5. I have a slight cold this evening. Indeed I had it yesterday. I have nevertheless endeavored to improve my idle moments by reading algebra. Yesterday I commenced to give private lessons. A young man applied to me to give him lessons, and after taking him I determined to take more if I could get them. I suggested to our pastor that if he would send his son round I would teach him for nothing. He has accepted my offer and I am encouraged to hope that I shall be able to make something of his son. Wednesday, April 6. Another pupil commenced taking lessons with me this day, but I am at a loss what course to pursue [Page 13] whether to continue to teach privately or not. It will take a great deal of time and not remunerate me but very little. Thursday, April. 7. My family are to go to Greenville to-morrow, a matter that gives me some concern as the children are not well. Friday, April. 8. To day was observed by some, as a day of Fasting, Humiliation and Prayer. I say by some, because only a few were at church. Some went fishing, some went gunning, and some perhaps did as I have heard of their doing on former occasions of the kind - went out of the city to engage in cock-fighting and its kindred vices. Such is human nature, that it cannot perceive [Page 14] the impropriety of such conduct, unless the heart has been awakened by the quickening influences of the Holy Spirit. It is mockery, yea it is an insult to Deity - thus to spend a day, set a part as a day of Fasting, Humiliation and Prayer. But there were a few, I trust, who observed the day properly and hence I hope that it may please God to hear their prayers in behalf of the country. I hope my wife and little ones are safe in Greenville by this time. I shall feel uneasy until I hear from them. Saturday, April. 9. A great deal of rain to day, or rather it rained a great part of the day. We had some sharp lightning and some thunder, since which is had cleared off. [Page 15] Sunday, April. 10. Spent the day as I usually do on the Sabbath. Monday, April. 11. Attended the funeral of Miss Eliza Ruma this afternoon. Her death was, from all accounts, a most triumphant one. A year ago I had no thought that consumption would take her away, but so it has, and it is only another illustration of what we ought to keep in mind, that we know neither the way nor the hour that we must pass away. Tuesday, April. 12. Was much concerned at one time to day about getting my corn here but I am thankful that I have made arrangements by which I am to get it. [Page 16] Wednesday, April. 13. A gentleman and a lady joined the church at prayer meeting this evening. The former has been a member of the Lutheran Church for many years, the latter has been a member of the Methodist Church. Both have become dissatisfied with their baptisms and for this reason have changed their ecclesiastical relations. Thursday, April. 14. Had hoped to get a letter from my family to day, but have been disappointed. We are having more rain. Friday, April 15. Hoped from what I heard, that my family would be down to day, but they have not come. Saturday, April. 16. Attended the funeral of Mr. G.N. [Page 17] Reynolds to day. He was a very old man, having completed entered his eighty-fourth year. His life was that of an upright, honorable man, his death a triumphant one. Sunday, April. 17. Heard a missionary address this evening in which the astounding statement was made that there are children within one hour’s ride of Columbia that do not know there is a God and that there are grown people who never heard a Gospel sermon preached. Deplorable ignorance! And it occurs to me that we, in this city, are accountable in some measure for it. A liberal contribution was made to send the word of truth among them, and with the interest that [Page 18] is now felt in the matter I hope that good will result. Monday, April. 18. Father-in-law came down to day and to my disappointment did not bring my family. I regret that my wife did not follow out her inclinations and come any how, for I fear she will not have another good opportunity soon. Tuesday, April. 19. Capt Thomas is away and hence I am in command. I find it very irksome to discharge my regular duties and the Superintendent’s besides. Wednesday, April. 19. Had to suspend a cadet to day for disrespect to an officer. I regret the necessity of inflicting so severe a penalty, yet discipline [Page 19] must be preserved, even though it calls for stern measures. Thursday, April. 21 The day passes away as usual. In the discharge of my duties nothing unusual occurs. Friday, April. 22. The corps, by invitation, attended a barbecue to day as an escort to the soldiers. The barbecue was given by the ladies to the soldiers of Gen. Hampton’s command, who have been transferred from Va. to our coast. The Hampton Legion also shared the compliment. There were too many other soldiers there, all of whom were welcome. The whole affair passed off well and reflected credit on the ladies. Various mottos worked in flowers were to be seen about the grounds and in front of the tents [Page 20] in which were eatables of various every kind the market could afford. There were long table too laden with provisions such as would tempt the appetite. Above all were to be seen the flags of the State, the Confederacy, and of the different regiments, all unfurled to the breeze. Some of these presented a tattered appearance, caused no doubt by bullets, while on others were the names of some of the severest battles through which they had been triumphantly borne. Dr. Palmer welcomed the soldiers in the eloquent and impressive address which was responded to by Gen. Hampton & Col. Gary. Dr. Palmer pinned a Palmetto tree just over prepared and presented by some unknown fair one just over Gen. H’s heart, and predicted that in future years, some flaxen haired girl would [Page 21] advert to the circumstance with pride and speak of it as she an honor done to her Great Grand-Father. But I am weary to night and what I have written is no way calculated to do justice to the scene or to myself and with this I close. Saturday, April. 23. My family came home to day, a matter which pleases me very much. Sunday, April. 24. Performed my usual Sabbath duties. Monday, April. 25. Nothing unusual to day. Tuesday, April. 26. Went through with the usual routine of duties. Wednesday, April. 27. As yesterday all is quiet with me. [Page 22] Thursday, April. 28. All are well, a blessing for which I am thankful. Friday, April. 29. A detachment of the 2nd S.C. Cavalry left here this A M. for Georgetown. I hope they will enjoy health there, though they have been accustomed to the climate of Va. so long that they will most likely have to undergo the process of acclimation. Saturday, April. 30. Rode out into the country to day to look at the road over which I am asked to haul some wood, one half for the other. I find it heavy and shall not, therefore, undertake it. Sunday, May. 1. Took my little daughter to Sun- [Page 23] day school this morning. She remained satisfied for a little while, but not being a position that enabled her to see the other little ones, (for which I was to blame) she desired to leave and accordingly I sent her home. I trust the day will be when she will not only be a regular attendant of the school, but also an earnest useful one. - In church to day, I could not keep awake, for two reasons as I think, one was that I have lost sleep of late, and the other was that the sermon was dry. Monday, May. 2. My regular duties have been performed. Tuesday, May. 3d Nothing to record to night. [Page 24] Wednesday, May. 4. At prayer meeting this evening, the pastor was particularly severe on those members who had a sleepy appearance at church. I took part of it to myself, for I feel that I have been inattentive, though it has been from physical exhaustion, and not of a want of interest. Thursday, May. 5. My duties have been quietly discharged. I have offered an humble prayer for the Friday success of our army in the engagement soon to come off in Va. Friday, May. 6. I can but feel some apprehensions about the result of the pending battle of Va. - Grant will doubtless endeavor by constantly throwing forward fresh troops, to wear out [Page 25] our troops, and my fear is that his superiority in numbers will enable him to do it. But our trust in is God. Saturday, May. 7. It is announced that a great battle has been fought & the enemy repulsed. But with this it is stated that Gen. Longstreet is severely wounded, and that Gen. M. Jenkins is killed. Many other prominent and good men are also among the dead. That it always is, - our cup of joy has its bitter ingredient. Rev. W. G. - who is to preach for us to-morrow is with me this evening. Rev. Mr. N- is also to tea, - the evening passes away pleasantly. - Hope to enjoy the services to-morrow. [Page 26] Sunday, May. 8. Was pleased with the exercises of the sanctuary to day, and I hope profited also. - But there is still a latent apprehension that the result of the battle in Va is not as favorable as it was desired it would be. I am saddened by the intelligence that my friend Col. Nance is among the killed. He was a young man of high promise, and was too, a sincere and unostentatious Christian. - Gallant brother! thy race is run, thy warfare is ended and henceforth thou wilt dwell where wars are never known. Monday, May. 9. I am more hopeful to day, that the enemy will not succeed in wearing out our men. Our trust is in God who is able to make wars [Page 27] to cease at his own bidding. May it please Him to smile upon us in this hour of trial, turn back the foe and dispose him for peace. Began to teach a private pupil to day, - a cadet who finds it difficult to get along with his studies. Heard to day of the death of one of my uncles, a brother of my Mother. He was advanced in years, but from the account that I have, was in his usual health, and was at his work when he fell dead. Solemn warning this to all to be ready at any time to meet the bridegroom. Tuesday, May. 10. The news from the army is still encouraging, for which we should all return thanks to God, the ruler of all. [Page 28] Wednesday, May. 11. There was a “fete” served in the park to day. Its object was to raise funds for hospital purposes, and hence is more excusable that it would otherwise have been. But even this does not altogether justify it in my mind. There is too much gaiety and hilarity on such occasions for it to be harmless in times like the present when great battles are pending. Thursday, May. 12. We had a good rain last night, and this morning, early, I transplanted a number of cabbage and tomato plants, which I hope will do well. Friday, May. 13. I am not as well as usual this evening, but hope I shall feel better to-morrrow. [Page 29] Saturday, May. 14. This morning the 2 ½ Reveille was sounded, and at 3, the corps proceeded to the depot to meet the remains of Gen. Jenkins. The body now rests here, under a guard of honor, awaiting directions from his family. - His career has been a short but brilliant one. His deeds will live in the memory of his countrymen while his name will occupy a conspicuous place in history. But to him alas! this can do no good. Sunday, May. 15. This morning we rose at 3 and escorted the remains of Gen. Jenkins to the S.C.R.R. depot. His friends will inter the body at Summerville for the present, and at the end of the war it is understood [Page 30] that it will be moved to Edisto Island where his ancestors repose. Monday, May. 16. Our semi-annual examination began to day. The class thus far has done as well as usual perhaps better. Tuesday, May. 17. The examination in my department closed to day, and I am thankful to say that as a whole the class did remarkably well. Wednesday, May. 18. This afternoon, while coming in the house a very acute pain struck me in the region of the right kidney, and apparently went through the body to the left. For a little while I could not walk, but after being assisted to a lounge where I lay down [Page 31] a short while I felt easier and have since been moving about. Once before I had a similar attack though it lasted but a short time compared with this. I am still sore. Thursday, May. 19. This afternoon, we had a meeting of the Academic Board. As usual an unpleasant question arose for our consideration, that was which of the cadets were able to progress with the class, and which were not. It fell to my lot to be opposed to all the others in my view on this subject, and for a long time it appeared that we would not come to a conclusion, but at last it was left to the Supt to decide the matter, whereupon he endorsed my views, [Page 32] and hence my proposition was adopted. I hold that as we are teachers, it is our duty to do the most we can for the cause of education, and hence as long as there is hope of a boy’s improvement I am for retaining, unless by so doing we injure others. Friday, May. 20. I am weary this evening. Have walked about a great deal to day on business. Among other things I succeeded in obtaining some corn to day that I exchanged with the government. Saturday, May 21. Have been closely engaged to day. A part of the time I have been preparing matter for the “Official Register” of the Academy. Hope to rest well to night and be able to enjoy the Sabbath. [Page 33] Sunday, May. 22. Lost a great deal of rest last night in consequence of sickness in the family - and hence did not feel bright enough to keep awake at church this morning. I therefore came home - a thing I did not like to do but thought better than to remain and attract attention by sleeping in church. Monday, May. 23. Completed my compilation for the “Register” to day. Tuesday, May. 24. We, all, have taken cold within the last day or two, but hope that it will soon pass away. Wednesday, May. 25. Succeeded in effecting an arrangement by which I am to take my family to see my parents - if it [Page 34] please Providence to let us go. Thursday, May. 26. We are all more or less unwell - the effect of cold I suppose. It is still doubtful whether we will be able to make our contemplated visit. - Hope, however, that all will be well enough to warrant our starting in the morning. It is but seldom that I have an opportunity to visit my parents and hence I feel the more anxious to go. It is a pleasure that I cannot hope to enjoy for many years longer. They are both getting old and in the regular course of nature must pass away though it may be that they will survive me. We know not when we are to be called home and it is well that we do not. [Page 35] Friday, May. 27. Start by private conveyance to visit my parents - take the wrong road - and travel through a thinly settled part of the country - can see no one to give me directions, there is very little water on the road and indeed very little of anything that can sustain life. After a long while discover a little log house in a field - stop to inquire the way - the old lady tells me all she knows and then asks about the news “from where they are a fightin in Virginy.” Her husband is there and her oldest son though “he won’t be sixteen till the 20th of this May.” I inquire about the hour - am told that “it is about twelve o’clock,” though she has been “a scaldin to day and it may be [Page 36] a little later.” I bid good day and drive on to the next house where I again make inquiries about the way. The good lady cannot tell me much but directs me to Mr Wise who lives near by. I go to him and learn that I am a long distance out of my way - stop and feed the horses - start out again get in the right road travel till dark receive various answers in regard to the distance I am from my destination - one calls it ten miles, the next says it is five the next thirteen - finally at dark I stop for the night having traveled full thirty five miles and yet I am only twenty six from Columbia. Saturday, May 28. Did not rest well last night. I do not understand how it is that some [Page 37] people will permit their houses to be so infested by bed-bugs. - Get out of the way again to day, cross the river at Halmon’s bridge instead of Binnaker’s - one of my horses is tired down and I stop before night at Mr. E’s. - Meet here an old school mate that I have not seen in twenty years. We did not recognize each other such is the change that time has wrought upon each of us. This is a pleasant place. Mr. E. is a pious and a hospitable man. He is perhaps too generous, for he refuses to have any remuneration for entertaining me. Sunday, May. 29. Regret having to travel to day. I expected to get home last night [Page 38] but in consequence of getting out of the way I was unable to do so. Hence have to drive seventeen miles to day. Arrive at home between one and two P.M., take all my surprise; our meeting is pleasant of course after so many months absence. Monday, May. 30 I am pleased to see father’s crop looking so well. I have seen no better between this and Columbia. Tuesday, May. 31. Enjoy the quiet of the country. There is, too, a comparative freedom from care, that I am unused to in Columbia. I say comparative freedom, because such a thing as entire exemption from care I never expect. When nothing else weighs upon the mind, the work of slander’s vile tongue mars what would [Page 39] otherwise be pleasant. I trust, however that a just God will not allow harm to grow out the fiend’s attacks. Wednesday, June. 1. Remain quiet during the day. Thursday, June. 2. Nothing to record. Friday, June. 3. Rode down to what is known as Nimm’s Mill this morning to meet Father. It has been some years since I was there before and I find things in places there and on the way very much changed. Saturday, June. 4. The day passes quietly away. Sunday, June 5. Heard Rev. Mr. Buist, pastor of Springtown Church preach to day. [Page 40] He depicted the character of Jonah; also that of our Saviour, but according to my view he made Jonah a worse man than he really was. His object was to show that if the Ninevites repented at his preaching, it was far more imperative on us to believe the preaching of the Gospel. Saw a number of my old acquaintances there who seemed glad to meet me. Monday, June 6. The time to start home has arrived and we bid good bye. Father sends a boy and a mule to assist us beyond the river, for which I am very thankful though I am sorry to hinder a plow in this busy time. In the afternoon we take the wrong road and go some distance out of the way. About dark we [Page 41] get to a house, and after much entreaty, the land-lady (her husband is in the army) consents to let us stop for the night. - The fair is plain, yet I am thankful that we did not have to drive farther, for the horses are tired and I am unacquainted with this part of the road. Tuesday, June 7. Settled my bill and started early. Arrived at Mr.R’s between one and two P.M. and stop for the night. The afternoon is very rainy indeed. Here too we are unable to sleep much, and the night passes away slowly. Wednesday, June 8 The early part of the day is cloudy and drizzly but more favorable to the horses than [Page 42] if the sun was shining. The road is very bad - some part of the carriage is broken, and I fear it will not last us till we get home. - The sun shines in the afternoon - it is very warm - about 5 ½ o’clock we get home and feel thankful that we have been preserved from injury and calamity of any kind. I have enjoyed the pleasure of visiting my parents once more; when I shall again meet them is known only to Him that knoweth all things. Hope to enjoy that pleasure again oftentimes on earth and when life is over to meet them in a better world than this. Thursday, June 9. Have been busy answering letters that accumulated during my absence, and in correcting part of [Page 43] the proof sheet of the “Register.” Friday, June 10. Discharge my military duties at the Academy, and such other incidental duties as have arisen. Saturday, June, 11. No record to make, except that it is raining a great deal this evening. Sunday, June 12. In consequence of the rain I think it proper to remain at home to day as exposure might increase my cough which is already annoying. Monday June 13. Another rainy day, and so cool that a fire is comfortable. Tuesday, June 14 Weather still cool, though the rain has stopped. [Page 44] Wednesday, June 15. Have walked about a great deal to day, trying to get a load of fodder but have seen none. Went to prayer-meeting this evening. Thursday, June, 16. Have take a good deal of exercise to day. - Went round to see our pastor this evening - found in the act of starting out and hence came back home without making my stay. Friday June, 17. Have been perplexed no little to day. It has come to my knowledge that my horses are roughly handled out of my sight. I have given orders forbidding unkind treatment time and again but all to no purpose, they have not been obeyed - hence the reason the horses look badly. [Page 45] Saturday, June, 18. An honest negro is indeed, hard to find. I discovered to day, to my regret, that the wagoner that I have in my employ, has been withholding a large part of what the wagon makes per day, and of course I shall take measures to stop it. - But I will try to lay this matter aside for the present and hope to enjoy a pleasant and profitable sabbath. Sunday, June 19. Was mortified to day, to find a hymn-book which I left in my pew - also one left there by someone else, mutilated and otherwise defaced. This has been done by young and thoughtless people who go there at night, more for pleasure [Page 46] than profit. In order to stop such conduct, I prepared a notice in the form of a request and had the pastor to read it out from the pulpit this evening to the effect that the parties in questions are respectfully requested not to repeat the misdemeanor. Monday, June, 20. When shall this war terminate is a question that every philanthropic man asks himself very often. Indeed a desire for peace is the constant feeling of every human heart. For one I do not see the beginning of the end. Without some Providential interposition, I see no prospect of peace until both parties shall have been literally exhausted. Still I am not despondent of the outcome. [Page 47] Tuesday, June, 21. Bought a horse, dray-wagon and harness to day for one thousand dollars. Whether I shall run the wagon for any length of time is uncertain. The party desired to sell, and it occured to me that the price was a fair one and for that reason bought. With the blessing of Providence, I hope to make the investment clear expenses while I keep the team. Wednesday, June, 22. As I am the only officer here I could not attend prayer-meeting this evening. Thursday, June, 23 From the silence of the Telegraph between here and Richmond and from other indications, I fear that the situation is not as fa- [Page 48] vorable to us as it we could desire. The Federal commander, Grant, has no regard for human life, and hence I shall not be surprised to hear any number of casualties. Friday June, 24. There was a man hanged in this city to day for murder. I am informed that a vast assemblage composed ot men, boys and women both white and black witnessed the scene. Strange indeed it is to me that anyone should desire to see such a death. Saturday, June 25. Attended the funeral of a young soldier to day, one who never participated in any of the vices of the camp. Alas! that such a boy should fall mortally wounded. - Attended to various duties during the day, was [Page 49] at prayer-meeting this afternoon, when by request I offered a few words of exhortation. I hope the series of meetings now begun will result in much good. Sunday, June 26. Attended S. school & church this morning. Heard an address in behalf of Sunday schools this afternoon and to night heard a good sermon from the text,”Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth, &c.” I am not very well which together with weariness makes me feel the need of repose. Monday, June, 27. We had a pleasant time at prayer meeting this evening. I trust that the feeling manifested may continue to grow until many very many shall be converted. [Page 50] Tuesday, June, 28. Left home at 3¼ A.M. with wagons - proceeded into the country about 26 miles - had them loaded with fodder, took the cars and came home leaving the wagons to come on to-morrow. I hope not to go on another such expedition. After a rough ride to get to the end of my journey, had to walk and drive the wagon for near a mile, for the driver seemed not to know or care how he managed and the road was too rough and the fodder too high to attempt to ride. The wagons over the worst part of the road I left for the R.R. about two miles distant would not have been in time perhaps, had not a lady taken me up in her carriage. This evening I attended preaching [Page 51] though much fatigued by day’s journey. Wednesday, June, 29. Attended prayer-meeting this afternoon and preaching this evening - was rejoiced to see such evident tokens of the Lord’s presence. Thursday, June, 30. Passed the day very much as I did yesterday, with similar feelings. Friday, July, 1. We resumed our duties to day. I also heard a private pupil recite his first lesson by way of preparing to enter here next year. - Our meeting is still interesting. Saturday, July 2. Walked about a great deal to day, presenting pew bills - found it exceedingly warm. An interesting time at church this Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Journal of John B. Patrick, March 6, 1864-July 2, 1864 Subject The topic of the resource Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina American Civil War (1861-1865) Social life and customs Description An account of the resource John B. Patrick was a member of The Citadel's Class of 1855. He served as a professor of mathematics at the Arsenal Academy in Columbia from 1859-1865 and as secretary for the Board of Visitors from 1862-1865. During the Civil War, he was lieutenant in charge of the Battalion of State Cadets. His journals span from 1861-1865 and detail his personal life and health, religion, his work at the Arsenal Academy, cadet discipline, and Civil War activities. 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Title A name given to the resource Board of Visitor meeting minutes of The Citadel, 1842-1865; 1882-1930 Description An account of the resource Official minutes of the governing body of The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Materials in The Citadel Archives & Museum Digital Collections are intended for educational and research use. The user assumes all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any claimants of copyright. For more information contact The Citadel Archives & Museum, The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, 29409. 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Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document [Page 1] Charleston, April 14th, 1864. The Board of Visitors having considered the report of Major J. B. White, Superintendent of the Citadel Academy, with the accompanying paper, setting forth the action of the Academic Board, on the several matters contained therein: 1. That the members of the Second Class be allowed to rise in the order of the merit roll of that class, accompanying the report of the Superintendent. 2. That the members of the Third Class be allowed to rise in the order of the merit roll of that class, with the following exceptions, to wit: Cadets J. J. Barr, H. T. Beauregard, T. A. Aiken, P. Lawton and L. N. Fishburne, who are not allowed to rise with their class, but to remain in the Third Class. 3. That Cadets G. K. Ryan and A. M. Odom be honorably discharged. 4. That Cadet J. M. Lawton be discharged from the institution for deficiency in studies and conduct. As the papers in the cases of Cadets R. W. Cousart, W. A. Easterlin, B. Evans and T. A. Aiken are in the possession of the permanent Chairman of the Board, these cases are referred to him for his decision and orders. In the case of Cadet W. B. Pringle, the sentence of suspension imposed by the Superintendent is approved, and it is ordered that final action in his case be suspend- [Page 2] ed until after the examination of his class. In relation to the resolution of the Academic Board, recommending that a minister of the gospel be elected annually to deliver a commencement sermon before the graduating class, no action is deemed necessary, as the Academic Board have full power in the premises. The following resolution was adopted: Resolved, That any cadet, selected to deliver an address at the commencement exercises of the Academy, who shall make any material alteration or addition to his address, after it has been submitted to the Professor of Elocution for his revisal, shall be reported to the Board of Visitors for disobedience of orders, and upon the fact being substantiated to the satisfaction of the Board, such cadet shall incur a forfeiture of his diploma. (Signed) D. F. Jamison Chairman Cadets R. W. Cousart, W. A. Easterlin, T. A. Aiken, B. C. Evans and W. B. Pringle, suspended during the year were dismissed by order of the Chairman of the Board acting for the Board. John B. Patrick Secretary [Page 3] Columbia, Aug. 17th 1864. By the Board of Visitors, The recommendation of the Academic Board of the Citadel Academy upon considering the Rolls of the several classes as determined at the semi-annual examination just concluded, are approved and ordered to be carried into effect in the following particulars viz: 1. That Cadet A. W. Clement of the first class be discharged from the Academy for deficiency in studies: and that Cadet T. B. Boyd of the same class be transferred to the second class. 2. That Cadets C. T. Goodwyn and W. W. Frazier of the second class be transferred to the third class, and that the recommendation in relation to Cadet F. Richards, (he being under suspension), be reserved for the future action of the Board of Visitors. 3. That Cadets M. L. Walker, H. L. Ragin, M. Simpson, N. McCollum, J. W. Vance and M. Salley of the third class being found deficient in the studies of that class, be transferred to the Arsenal Academy and fourth class; and that Cadet T. C. Caskin be dismissed from the Academy for deficiency in studies. 4. That the following Cadets be censured in orders for their low stand in conduct viz: W. DeSaussure, L. Hagood, H. L. Ragin, and J. W. Vance. (Signed) James Jones Chairman [Page 4] Columbia, S.C. Dec. 1st 1864. The Board of Visitors of the S.C. Military Academy met this day at 10 A.M. in the Qr. Mr. Genl’s Office. Present Gen James Jones, Chairman Col. I. D. Wilson, Hon. T. C. Perrin & W. Gilmore Simms L.L.D. The following correspondence between the Chairman & His Excellency the Governor was submitted and ordered to be placed on the journal, viz: Columbia September 24th 1864. His Excellency Governor Bonham Columbia, S.C. Governor: I have it in charge from surviving members of the permanent Board of Visitors of the South Carolina Military Academy, to propose to your Excellency the name of Wm. Gilmore Simms L.L.D., to fill the place upon the Board, made vacant by the death of our lamented colleague, General Daniel F. Jamison. I have the honor to be Very respectfully Your Excellency’s Ob’t Servant (Signed) James Jones Chmn Board of Visitors S.C. Military Academy [Page 5] Executive Department, Columbia, S.C. Sept. 24, 1864. It gives me pleasure to confirm the nomination pf Wm. Gilmore Simms L.L.D. to the place on the Board made vacant by the death of the lamented General Jamison. (Signed) M. L. Bonham The accounts of the Bursars of both Academies were referred to a committee consisting of Messrs. Perrin, Wilson and Simms, after which the Board adjourned to meet tomorrow at 10 A.M. Dec. 2nd, 1864 The Board met at 10 A.M. Dr. Simms submitted the following preamble and resolutions which were unanimously adopted. It has pleased Almighty God, in the inscrutable Providence, which we must endure, even when we fail to comprehend, to withdraw from his country, his family, and this Board, David J. Jamison, one of the original members of this Body, and one whose loss we especially deplore. For twenty-two years, our associate was a diligent and wise counselor of this Board, - one whose amenity and grace, courtesy, gentleness, good sense and general bearing as well as intelligence made it equally profitable and pleasant to unite with him in council. He was a pains-taking and useful worker, a sound discriminative thinker, a patient [illegible], logical in reason and modestly unobtrusive in the utterance of advice. [Page 6] He blent within himself those many minor attributes of head, heart and social manners, which, duly united, we call moral providence and without which counsel must always fail to work the results of wisdom. In this Board our associate especially proved his claim as a judicious councilor, - his wisdom placed him in an almost patriarchal relation to successive generations of young men in the keeping of the Institution, over the interests of which he maintained an unwavering watch, and in all the progress of which he showed a tender concern, and a never flagging care which grew in time, to an affection if not a passion. The withdrawal from us, of this our honored associate, is a loss which we know not well how to bear, and which it will not be easy to supply. And such, too, is the loss of the whole country in whose service he commenced his best prime of youth, and vigorous manhood, and in whose harness of work and warfare, he sunk at last, dying at his post of duty. Filling several of the highest positions in the state and in the Confederacy, he found his way to them without making search or struggle. He was the sought, and not the seeker; and in all the situations which he filled, his working fully justified the choice which gave them to his charge. His native State, the Confederacy, his large and bereaved family, his many friends, these young men [Page 7] his late and grateful charge – all equally suffer in the departure of our honored friend and associate. He died at Charleston, of yellow fever, most unexpectedly, after a few hours illness. Death, which is usually a surprise to man, is, to us, in this case, a wonder as well as sorrow, since in our prevailing sense of his worth, our uniform confidence in his habitual presence here, we never allowed ourselves to regard him as one whom we should one day, and so suddenly find missing from his post. Resolved, That in the death of David F. Jamison, this Board deplores the loss of one of its most highly valued, and useful and esteemed members. Resolved, That the state of South Carolina which has enjoyed his life-long services, has yielded up to God one of her most honored sons. Resolved, That this Board doth herewith, respectfully offer its tribute and testimonial of profound sympathy to the widowed wife, the suffering mother of his children, the sons and daughters of our friend. Resolved, finally, That our secretary be instructed to provide copies of this report, and these resolutions for publication in the newspapers, communicate copies to the family of our associate and enter them fully on the records of this Board. [Page 8] The report of the Supt of the Citadel Academy was then taken up, when it was, Ordered, That the suspension of Cadets Richards, J. O. Sanders, J. S. Horlbeck and P. Lawton, be confirmed and that they be dismissed. Ordered, That Cadet C. T. Goodwyn be honorably discharged. The report of the Supt A. A. was next taken up, and it was ordered Ordered, That the suspensions of Cadets H. M. Palmer, Wharton, C. Smith, Lindsay, Steele, Allen, J. L. Spann, A. L. P. H. Walker, J. W. S. Chafee, Heath, Colcock, Salley and Caldwell be confirmed and that they be dismissed. Ordered, That the suspension of Cadet R. T. May be confirmed and that he be expelled. Ordered, That the suspensions of Cadets Noble, Huger, John Johnson and Chisolm be approved, but that in consideration of the punishment already endured they be restored to their place in the Academy. Ordered, That the recommendation of the Academic Board, that Cadets F. V. Appleby, E. Williams, H. Gantt, F. W. Rivers, J. C. Small, C. O. Buck, J. Harrison & R. Cain be discharged for deficiency, but that the discharge be deferred for the present, be approved. Ordered, That all the other cadets, viz: G. M. Coffin W. E. Carville A. B. Watson D. R. Sessions W. T. Whetstone K. S. Dargan J. T. Spearman J. S. Wells Waddy Thompson J. Lyons G. W. Ferrell H. E. Footman W. B. Buckingham H. N. Obear [Page 9] J. Jones Vandry McBee T. A. Johnson R. J’On Lowndes Peyn Thomas R. Noble S. B. Hughes H. M. Gantt L. C. Cannon W. Z. McGee H. A. Smith C. L. Evans J. C. Sellers E. S. Adams J. W. Keys J. W. Spann L. Meng C. F. Janney W. B. Pressley W. D. Palmer J. R. Parker M. Simpson W. W. Simons J. H. Boatwright A. B. Hemingway J. S. Cantey W. W. Kennedy J. H. Fell A. P. Woodward J. C. Tiediman M. L. Walker George Johnstone A. W. Lamar R. A. Gwin C. P. Sanders H. Brown J. [Illegible] J. C. Ingram D. A. Miller T. G. Snowden W. E. McMichael A. W. Thomson T. T. Moon J. G. Vose E. R. Wallace H. L. Ragin R. H. Martin L. N. Chisolm Walter Williman W. E. Johnson T. H. Moon W. O. Cain + T. E. Boggs + J. W. Vance be transferred to the Citadel Academy on the 1st day of January next. + J. Johnson + J. C. Huger + No relative position assigned in consequence of absence on furlough. [Page 10] The following report was then submitted and adopted. The committee to whom was referred the accounts of the Bursars of the Citadel and Arsenal, beg Beg leave to report that they have examined the accounts and find them vouched and that the additions are all correct. The whole [illegible] kept in a business like manner. Respectfully submitted (Signed) T. C. Perrin W. Gilmore Simms I. D. Wilson The Board then receded from business to meet at 7 P.M. Evening Session. The Board resumed business at 7 P.M., and adopted the following resolutions, viz: Resolved, That, hereafter, during the existence of the present high prices, pay cadets in the S.C. Military Academy, be required to furnish their own underclothing, including shirts, drawers and socks; also their shoes, combs, brushes, towels, pillow cases and sheets for their bedding; and pay annually the sum of twelve hundred dollars – three hundred dollars per quarter in advance. Resolved, That it is the sense of this Board, that the Chairman of the Board should of Visitors should be a salaried officer [Page 11] of the state: and in view of the great labor performed, both mental and physical, the salary should be ample. Resolved, That the Secretary of the Board be instructed to communicate these resolutions to the Governor with the request of the Board that he lay the same before the General Assembly. Resolved, That it be referred to the Chairman to select and contract for a suitable building or buildings for the cadets of the Citadel. Resolved, That the pay of the Officers in the S.C. Military Academy, for the ensuing year be as follows viz: Citadel Academy Major J. B. White, - Exclusive of pay as Arsenal Keeper $5000. Capt H. S. Thompson 5000. Lt N. W. Armstrong 5000. Dr. W. Hume 5000. Lt. Amory Coffin 3200. Lt. J. E. Black 3200. Lt. A. H. Mazyck (Bursar) 2400. Dr. J. D. Bruns (Surgeon) 1000. Arsenal Academy Capt J. P. Thomas – Exclusive of pay as Arsenal Keeper $4200. Lt. J. B. Patrick 3800. Lt. A. J. Norris 3800. Lt. R. O. Sams 3600. Lt. B. H. Knight (Bursar) 2000. Dr. A. W. Kennedy (Surgeon) 1000. Resolved, That the Chairman of the Board be instructed to ask the Legislature for an appropriation for each state cadet, equal to [Page 12] that required of a pay cadet. Resolved, That owing to the peculiar circumstances of the case of J. A. Carlisle and T. W. Clawson, the money paid by them respectfully for the 2nd quarter be refunded to them. Resolved, That the act of the Chairman of the Board, be instructed transferring Cadet Murdoch from the pay to the state list be confirmed. Resolved, That the act of the Chairman, increasing Lt. Sams’ salary be approved. Resolved, That the Chairman of the Board be instructed to grant such indulgence to Cadets A. B. DeSaussure, G. W. Klinck, J. M. Rogers, J. E. Boinest, A. H. Locke, B. F. McCabe, E. C. McCanty, W. J. B. Patterson, J. R. Pringle, & L. W. Sanders after they return to Academic duties, as he may deem proper. Resolved, That the application of Cadet T. B. Boyd to be allowed to go on with his class be not granted. Adjourned to meet tomorrow at 10 A.M. December 3rd 1864. Pursuant to adjournment, the Board met at 10 A.M. and took into consideration the propriety of electing an additional officer for to the Citadel Academy, whereupon it was Resolved, unanimously, That Capt John F. Lanneau, of the Engineer Corps C.S.A., be elected Asst. Prof of Mathematics at the Citadel Academy, with the rank of 2nd Lieutenant and pay of three thousand two hundred dollars per annum. [Page 13] The following persons were then appointed to the Arsenal as state cadets, and directed to report forthwith to Major J. B. White, Commanding Battalion State Cadets viz: Anderson James L. Dean J. B. Lewis Barnwell M. W. Graham Alfred P. Nelson Beaufort Augustine D. Davant Charleston William W. [Illegible] Thos. Hamlin Strohucker James Reeves Walter E. Fisher Walter F. Reid Edward C. Sigwald Chester Leslie McCormick Chesterfield John C. Mangum Colleton Henry Mood Lanisey Edgefield James Pope Norris Fairfield William R. Thomas Greenville David S. McCullough Georgetown C. W. Mummerlyn Horry George Grant Kershaw John F. Villipigue Pickens W. T. Odell Richland Charles G. Taylor Charles Edward Nicholes Otherwise Charles Edward Jones Union Beatty Hughes York W. M. Carothers David Blair [Page 14] The following are the names of the Pay Appointments, made at the same time and directed to report forthwith to Major J. B. White, Commanding Battalion State Cadets. Abbeville * Z. V. Sims Henry Clay Strauss Thomas Sumter Chatham M. A. Wilson William Lattimer Edward H. Waller Anderson * William E. Breese Benj. Sloan Gaillard John C. C. Thompson Albert O. Brown Lewis L. Gaillard Barnwell * Laurence W. Brown * John S. Shuck * Isadore L. Tobin Charles J. Gray Edward L. Owens Thomas Willingham Gen. G. W. McCue William E. Martin Beaufort * John Graham * James Thomson * James B. Heyward * Augustus Youmans Barnwell S. Sams James S. Boyd Henry D. Elliott Charleston * A. Yates * Augustus Simons * Paul Bouton Lalane * Lewis S. Jervey * Paul Fitzsimons * Edmund V. Joye * W. H. Morris * Arthur Mazyck * James P. Allen * J. J. Pringle Smith * James P. Lesesne Edward T. Paine Ferdinand A. Silcox Charles Blum Lanneau Joseph E. A. Smyth Edward M. Wilson J. J. Schipman Charles Barbor John C. McKay Robert Noble Cunningham Thomas S. Browning Keating Lewis Simons J. C. Wienges James K. Robinson Andrew M. Adger Thomas A. Ryan John S. Reynolds Charles E. Carriere Edward H. Priolean John E. Baker John Calhoun Ripley M. J. [Illegible] [Page 15] Edward P. Warren Daniel H. Bacot James M. Bee Jr. R. B. Heyward J. Ives Edgerton T. Ogier Smith W. P. [Illegible] Chester W. D. Ingram Henry M. Stevenson D. H. Stevenson Chesterfield Samuel H. Reid Albert Blakeney Clarendon William Moses Butler Joseph [Illegible] Colleton * William H. Morris * Julius H. Heyward * Jennings W. Perry * Capers Calhoun Stephens Archibald C. Williams C. Pinckney Fishburne W. J. Fishburne Robert J. Prentiss William Williams Darlington * Thomas T. Earle * Thomas Lide Thomas W. Hart Thomas H. Parrott Joseph W. Parrott Edgefield LaFayette Sheppard George O. Walker Walter Scott Sheppard Mark Abney Mims Madison Richardson John Miller Bettis Fairfield * W. H. McPhecters Jones M. Stewart Woodson Boyle John Charles [Illegible] Greenville * Albert W. Ware * T. Edwin Ware Jr. Frank Butler McBee W. G. McConnell Duncan Brooks William G. S. Grady Georgetown * Sedgwick Johnston Charles P. Allston John Franklin Dozier Thomas P. Alston Charles J. Brown Thomas W. Graham William A. Cunningham F. P. L. Bonney Horry Albert Evans Eli S. Campbell Lancaster * H. C. Vance P. H. Maddin Laurens William Miller William J. Wells George W. Sullivan Lexington * W. H. Moetze [Page 16] W. W. Lovick W. A. Geiger Marlborough John L. Hodges John T. Rogers Marion James Stackhouse Robert H. Henderson David F. Miles Newberry * James S. Spearman John L. Epps Frank P. Lipscomb William J. Harp Orangeburg * Marion D. Brunson * Edward Whaley George R. R. McKeun Lucius B. Bates Edward S. Hubbell Pickney Earle Garrett W. G. Miller S. W. Vance Richland * Reginald Williams Jonathan Maxcy Benjamin A. Rawls W. B. Powell Philip P. Pearson Spartanburg Barnham W. Foster Benjamin F. Bates Mills Dean Francis W. Johnston Sistrunk Sumter * M. S. Moon * W. F. Muldrow * John J. Muldrow * Robert E. Muldrow * Henry G. Shan * James Y. Lenoir James H. Colclough George W. Lee Robert M. Pitts Union George Williams Walker David Johnson Williamsburg Clarendon Witherspoon John J. McCollough York * W. H. Thomasson Charles G. Matthews A. S. Withers Robert J. Lattice James E. Lowry It was then, Resolved That the salary of the Secretary of the Board be increased to two hundred dollars. Adjourned John B. Patrick Secretary [Page 17] Appointed by the Governor under act of the General Assembly. 1st Congressional District – John C. Mangum 1st Congressional District – B. H. Owens 2nd Congressional District – A. F. O’Brien 3rd Congressional District – B. J. Johnson 4th Congressional District – L. Yancy Dean 5th Congressional District – T. O. Ward 6th Congressional District – W. A. Sanders vice M. F. Hawthorn Report To the Honorable the General Assembly of South Carolina: The Board of Visitors of the South Carolina Military Academy beg leave to submit the following report: In consequence of the threatening movements of the enemy, His Excellency the Governor and Commander in Chief deemed it proper to order the Battalion of Cadets into the field on the eve of the annual examination at the Arsenal Academy. The Board were, therefore, unable to conduct the usual examination of that Academy. During the past year, the frequent and at one time, prolonged demand upon the Citadel Cadets for military service in the field and as Provost Guard by the Confederate Military authorities, seriously interrupted their Academic progress; but the Board are happy to state that the discipline of both Academies has been preserved unimpaired throughout the year. [Page 18] At the present meeting of the Board there were four-hundred and forty nine applications for appointment as Pay Cadets, and eighty-seven as State Cadets, making the whole number of applications five-hundred and thirty-six, (536), of whom the Board appointed one-hundred and ninety, which, with seven appointed by the Governor, under a resolution of the General Assembly, make the whole number of appointments one-hundred and ninety-seven (197). The Board regrets to have to say that the impractibility of erecting or fixing or buying buildings for their accommodation precluded any more appointments. The following statement shows the [illegible] of the appointments, and the number that will be in the Academy on the 1st January next. In the Citadel Academy Dec. 1st 1864 Pay: 63 State: 35 Transferred from the Arsenal to the Citadel Pay: 54 State: 20 Appointed to the Citadel Pay: 43 State: 0 Will be in the Citadel Academy Jany 1st 1865 Pay: 160 State: 45 Retained in Arsenal Academy Pay: 2 State: 1 Appointed to the Arsenal Academy Pay: 121 State: 26 Appointed by the Governor Pay: 0 State: 7 Will be in the Arsenal Academy Jany 1st 1865 Pay: 123 State: 34 Whole number in the South Carolina Military Academy, Jan 1st 1865 283 Pay, 79 State, Aggregate Pay & State Cadets 362 The new appointees have been ordered by the Board to report for duty, forthwith to the Battalion of State Cadets. [Page 19] The following is a condensed abstract of the Receipts and Expenditures of the Academy for the fiscal year ending September 30th 1864. The accounts and vouchers of the Bursars of the Citadel and Arsenal Academies, respectively, are herewith transmitted; they have been thoroughly examined by the Board and found correct. Receipts Balance on hand Oct. 1st 1863 245.59 Received from Appropriations & deposits 113,571.57 Received from Pay Cadets 113,200.00 Received from Sales to Officers & Academy 8431.37 [Total] $235448.53 Expenditures For pay of Officers 22003.33 For subsistence 108415.26 For clothing 53877.26 For washing 7387.24 For Hire of Servants 2554.19 For Music 258.00 For Contingencies, including fuel, lights, books, stationery, medicines 24388.01 For Permanent improvements 76.25 For Repairs to buildings, furniture, etc. 1348.65 For Magazine Guard in Charleston 4926.36 For amount redeposited in Treasury 200.00 225434.55 Balance $10013.98 Cash balance at Arsenal 3945.66 Cash balance at Citadel 6068.32 [Total] $10013.98 Seven thousand five hundred dollars of this amount arises from an undrawn balance of the appropriation for the year 1863, remaining in the Treasury, Oct 1st 1863, and drawn Jany 1st 1864. And as the whole of the ap- [Page 20] propriation for the year 1864 has been drawn, the balance from that appropriation alone would be two thousand five-hundred and thirteen dollars and ninety eight cents ($513.98). During the last year, the Academy was allowed the privilege of purchasing subsistence to a considerable extent from the State and Confederate Commissaries, at cost price, greatly below the price for which similar supplies were selling in the open market. The Board regret to state that, that source of supplies is now cut off and both subsistence & clothing will have to be purchased at the enormous prices asked in the open market. The Board has, therefore, increased the amount to be paid by Pay Cadets to twelve hundred dollars for the year, and they ask of your honorable body a corresponding increase in the appropriation for the Academy, for the pay of the Officers and support of the State Cadets. In answer to the earnest petition of the Officers of the institution, and in pursuance of what seemed to the Board an act of justice to them, their pay was increased one-hundred percent upon their salaries of last year. The Board ask a general appropriation of one-hundred and forty seven thousand two hundred dollars ($147200) for the support of the Military Academy. The continued bombardment of the city of Charleston by the enemy has rendered the Citadel in that city a dangerous habitation and wholly unfit for the Academic duties of the Cadets. They must, therefore, be removed [Page 21] from that vicinage. If convenient and suitable quarters cannot be hired for them, it is the design of the Board to erect temporary huts for their accommodation; and the Chairman is instructed to ask your honorable body for a special appropriation of fifteen thousand dollars ($15000), if so much be necessary for that purpose. Respectfully reported (Signed) James Jones, Chairman Exhibit Showing the number of Cadets appointed, the number that failed to report, discharged, suspended and graduated. [See chart on original document.] Respectfully Reported, (Signed) James Jones, Chairman Columbia Dec 5th 1864 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Minutes of the Board of Visitors of The Citadel, 1864 Subject The topic of the resource Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina -- Administration Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina -- Planning Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina Description An account of the resource Official minutes of the governing body of The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina. 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