62nd New York Infantry Regiment's Civil War Newspaper Clippings

ROBERTSON.
Adrian H. Robertson, who was killed at the late battle of Gettysburg, was eldest son of the Rev. Henry Robertson who was, for a number of years, pastor of the Baptist church of Franklin. He enlisted in the fall of 1861, in the 62d N. Y. Vols., and went immediately to the seat of war and was attached to the Army of the Potomac. He passed through all or the battles of the Peninsula and the battle of Fredericksburg—nine in all-without receiving a wound. He obtained a furlough for ten days, last April, and went to Avoca, Steuben County, and made a short visit to his family and parent, and again returned to the duties of the camp. He fell nobly discharging his duty to his country in putting down this most wicked rebellion, leaving a wife and two children to mourn his untimely end. His age was about thirty. He enlisted in company with Milton Kirby and Irving Bennett of Bennetsville, the three being cousins. Bennett died of disease on the Peninsula, Kirby was killed at the battle of Fredericksburg, and Robertson at the battle of Gettysburg. All have been students of the Institute of Franklin. They were much respected and useful citizens. United in their lives, firm and .... for the great principles of Right, Death has brought them together in a land where wars and fightings are unknown.

THE NEW ZOUAVE REGIMENT.
THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES AT CAMP LAFAYETTE.
A REGIMENTAL SONG.
The Zouave feature is, as everybody knows, one of the most prominent of those marking our present national conflict. Originating in the necessities of African warfare during the reign of Louis Philippe, at first recruited by native Algerians, then from the dregs of the Parisian populace, anon from the French commonalty in general, it proved its efficacy at Sebastopol, Solferino and Magenta, thereby obtaining lexicographic recognition and world-wide notoriety. The late Colonel Ellsworth perceived its advantages and the possibility of nationalizing it, and since the formation of his Chicago corps it has become a recognised part of American warfare. We have Zouave regiments of various descriptions and degrees of divergence from the Gallic original. Among those approximating closest towards it is the regiment forming the subject of the present article.

THE REGIMENT.
Anderson's Zouaves—so named, of course, in compliment to the hero of Fort Sumter—were organized by their Colonel, J. Layafette Riker, Esq.; Lieutenant-Colonel Tisdale, Quartermaster Yates, Major Isaacs and Mr. George Shay, at whose cost, in combination with that of other patrons, the regiment has hitherto been maintained. Comprising upwards of nine hundred and fifty able-bodied men, recruited from this city and the interior of the state, particularly from Warren, Washington, Essex and Rensselaer counties, and containing one entire company of French adopted citizens, it was mustered into the United States service on Sunday last, by Capt. Wakeman, United States Army, the oaths having been accepted without a dissentient voice. Since then orders have arrived from Washington to forward the regiment to the seat of war immediately. It only waits the receipt of arms and clothing to start at once for active service.

THE CAMP.
Camp Lafayette—a name adopted in honor of the French element in the regiment—is pleasantly situated at Newark Bay, near to the village of Saltersville, at five miles distance from Jersey City. It is a closely wooded locality, its shore commanding a view of the broad bay and city of Newark, and "that singular mound called Rattle-snake hill, which rises out of the centre of the salt marshes a little to the east of Newark Causeway," and which, according to Diedrich Knickerbocker, forms the mausoleum or the aboriginal inhabitants of Communipaw, who were literally frightened to death and into the marshes by the sound of the Low Dutch language projected through a speaking-trumpet. Ordinarily a watering place of modest pretensions during the summer season, its hotel, like most of its class, is a large, white, wooden building, two stories in height, encircled by a spacious piazza and environed by trees. Its many apartments, "up stairs, down stairs, and in my lady's chamber," including a billiard and bail room, are at present occupied by the Zouaves, about half of the regiment finding accommodation within its walls, the remainder domiciling themselves in outhouses and barracks erected for that purpose. The most characteristic of these are

THE QUARTERS OF THE FRENCH COMPANY,
Consisting of a large and exceedingly clean and spacious barrack, entered from the centre and surrounded on the inside by berths or sleeping-places filled with loose straw, which, when frequently renewed, the men find infinitely cleaner than if sewn up in the shape of mattrasses. These berths are overlooked, at the ends of the barrack, by those of the officers, who thus have the entire company beneath their eye. Unlike the rest of the regiment, the French corps performs its own cookery. It claimed and has received the promise of being the advanced guard when in action. The majority of its members are already equipped at their private cost, or that of their officers. Many have seen service in Europe. Indeed the general appearance of this company is essentially Parisian.

THE UNIFORM.
As before said the regiment has yet to receive both its clothing and arms, but the costume of the French soldiers alluded to above affords us a sample of what is intended. The Anderson Zouaves, then, have adopted the genuine unmistakable Zou-Zou uniform, the red fez or skull cap with its long blue silk tassel, the immensely loose, red, baggy breeches, the leggins, gaiters, long blue scarf worn round the middle, the queer, tight cloth waistcoast with only one arm-hole--the left--in it, fastening on the right, and the short jacket. They wear their hair closely cropped and their necks bare. The officers appear in dark blue uniforms, similar to those worn in the United States army. The regiment will be armed with the Enfield rifle and sabre bayonet.

THE MEN.
These are almost exclusively young, sturdy, healthy fellows who have passed a strict examination by the surgeon and received his unqualified encomium. Though young men, some of them are old soldiers, exhibiting medals given by the English and French governments, bearing the world famous names of Alma, Inkerman and Sebastopol. They drill at least six hours a day, devoting their leisure to gymnastics, quoit-playing, wrestling and an occasional sparring-match. The propinquity of the bay, too, affords opportunities for bathing and oyster and clam-bakes, which are by no means neglected.

SONG OF THE REGIMENT.
The men have the following popular song, written by a Miss Edda Middleton, and dedicated to Major Dayton. They sing it with a good deal of enthusiasm: 
TUNE—THE RED WHITE AND BLUE. 
When Sumter, the shrine of the nation,
Was struck by black Treason's command,
And our flag, from its world-renowned station,
Was dragged and defiled in the sand,
A shout that presaged desolation
To the homes of the traitorous crew
Shook the earth to its firmest foundation—
The shout for "the red, white and blue."
Chorus.
Three cheers for the Anderson Zouaves!
Three cheers for the Anderson Zouaves!
Our flag shall yet wave over Sumter,
Placed there by the Anderson Zouaves.
And when our strong Temple was burned
And battered by Treason's red hand,
Its flames to fierce lightning's were turned,
Its smoke to black clouds o'er the land;
The storm iron hail stones was spouting,
As South on the north wind it flew;
And iron-mouthed thunders were shouting,
" All hail to the red, white and blue."

(Chorus as above.)
Then Anderson, faithful for ever,
Called forward, to lead in the van,
Those who will dishonor him never,
His Zouaves, his invincible clan.
Then strike for home, country and glory—
For loved ones we always strike true:
His name lives forever in story
Who falls 'neath "the red, white and blue."

(Chorus as above.)
The cup—not the wine cup—bring hither,
Salt tears fill it up to the brim;
It is wreathed with no wreath that will wither—
The prayers of our loved ne'er grow dim.
Thus pledge we our Patron and Heaven,
As patriots, brave, pure and true:
To our country shall Sumter be given,
Or we fall 'neath "the red, white and blue."

Chorus.
Three cheers for the Anderson Zouaves!
Three cheers for the Anderson Zouaves!
Our flag shall yet wave over Sumter,
Placed there by the Anderson Zouaves.

THE ORDER OF THE DAY.
Reveille at 5; drill for one hour; breakfast at 7; guard mount at 7 3/4; drill from 9 to 11 1/2; dinner at 12; drill from 1 to 3; battalion drill at 5; supper at 6 1/2; tattoo at 9; taps at 9 1/2.

APPEAL OF THE REGIMENT TO THEIR PATRIOTIC FELLOW-CITIZENS.
The following appeal has been issued in behalf of this regiment:
" This regiment has been mustered into the service of the federal government, and will in all probability be ordered to the seat of war forthwith; but before they leave they are extremely anxious to liquidate a few debts of honor incurred in the formation of the regiment. With this laudable object in view they feel confident that the generous and patriotic citizens of New York will cheerfully subscribe a sum which will enable the Anderson Zouaves to leave with honor and credit to themselves, and to the great metropolis they represent. Believing that a practical plan has only to be suggested for the accomplishment of the above stated purpose, it is respectfully submitted that the friends of the regiment subscribe sums from one dollar upward to the amount that each can afford, resting assured that the regiment will feel grateful to all who contribute according to their means, and that the knowledge of possessing such friends will impel our Zouaves to nobler deeds in sustaining the constitution and upholding the starry standard they have sworn to defend. Contributions may be sent to any of the following gentlemen:
" Shepard Knapp, Esq., President Mechanics' Bank; Don Alouzo Cushman, Esq., No. 73 Sixth avenue; the Hon. A. V. Stout, President Shoe and Leather Bank; Marshall Roberts, Esq., No. 177 West street; L. L. Britton, Esq., Everett House."

THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
Dr. Crawford, who was the United States Surgeon at Fort Sumter, has written a letter, under date of July 10, to Colonel Riker, of the Anderson Zouaves, that he shall soon have the pleasure of presenting a fine stand of colors to the regiment in behalf of Brigadier-General Anderson. In another column we give a description of this excellent regiment. It is fully organized, and, it is believed, will be one of the most effective regiments forwarded from this city. Perhaps as fine a compliment as could be paid to the corps is a statement of the fact that Captain Hayman, of the army, who mustered it into the United States service, will go with the regiment as Lieutenant-Colonel, if the War Department will consent to his transfer.

THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
This regiment, named in honor of the gallant Major Robert Anderson, and organized under his auspices, has nearly completed its complement of men, upwards of 600 having been enrolled. The men are all picked; many of them are from the river counties, and all are accustomed to hard work. The officers are: Colonel, J. Lafayette Riker; Lieutenant-Colonel, Teasdale; Adjutant, Carrsanford; Major, Tracy, formerly of the United States Navy; Engineer, Yates; Surgeon, Crandall. There is to be one artillery company, with a battery of two of Ames' rifled cannon, twelve pounders, and two twelve pound howitzers. The quick light infantry drill is to be adopted.
The regiment has a recruiting tent in Union square, under the charge of Captain Anderson, and another at Palace Gardens. The drill room is at the latter place. The officers are experienced, and the regiment will be one of our best. It is intended that it shall form one of a brigade, of which Major Anderson is to have the command. A few more first class recruits are wanted.

THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
The "Ladies Army Aid" Association have tendered to the Colonel of the Anderson Zouaves a complete outfit for his regiment, including havelocks, flannel shirts, jackets, drawers and socks. This offer has been accepted, and the association request the immediate co-operation of all who wish to further this good work. Donations of money and goods can be sent to the Astor Library, from ten to three o'clock, or to the officers. Ladies are particularly requested to aid in making garments. Mrs. M. O. Roberts, No. 107 Fifth avenue; Mrs. C. R. Derel, No. 4 Bond street; Mrs. Wm. B. Skidmore, No. 36 Clinton place; Mrs. John Harper, corner of Fifth avenue and Twenty-seventh street; Mrs. Kleman, No. 38 East Twenty-ninth street; Miss E. Chester, No. 42 West Thirty-second street; Secretary. (May 1861)

THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
This regiment, which is now encamped on Riker's Island, was to have left yesterday for the seat of war, but their departure has been postponed for two or three days. The men have received their arms, and all equipments. All they want is their pay, which, being forthcoming, they will leave immediately for Washington.

 

NEW YORK HERALD,
(June 9, 1861)
THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
The above regiment is now encamped at Saltersville, Hudson county, New Jersey, adjoining the Newark Bay House. The location is about as fine a spot as could be selected, and the men have a fine opportunity, when off duty, to fish and bathe. Stages leave Jersey City every day in the week, and the friends of the regiment can go down at most any time in the day.

ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
ENCAMPMENT IN JAMAICA.
The Anderson Zouaves, under command of Colonel J. Lafayette Riker, took their departure at four o'clock yesterday afternoon for Snediker's Hotel, Jamaica, there to pitch their tents until they receive a specific summons to proceed to the seat of war. The whole main building, together with the appended out offices, &c., have been placed at their disposal, and they intend to make themselves as comfortable as possible in these quarters until they are called into a more active field. The regiment now numbers one thousand men, about fifty of whom are uniformed, but all of them expect to be uniformed by next Tuesday. The ladies of the Astor Library have been very attentive to this regiment, having furnished them with several necessary articles. The regiment will be mustered into the United States service in the course of next week, and the officers will be duly elected by ballot. This corps is principally composed of firemen, and after a little drilling they may compete favorably with other regiments in point of discipline and pluck.

THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
The Anderson Zouaves, now encamped at Saltersville, have been accepted by the government, and no doubt will shortly take their departure for the seat of war. They are a fine body of men, are in excellent spirits, and their officers are efficient and experienced. The camp is called Camp Lafayette, and the quarters cannot be excelled. Company B of this regiment desire to acknowledge the receipt of a quantity of shirts and handkerchiefs from the society of ladies connected with Dr. Cheever's church.

 

THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
This regiment is at present encamped at the Newark Bay Hotel, Saultersville, N. J., which will continue to remain the headquarters of the regiment until their final departure. Captain Sanford [J. Dockstader] of Company G, stated that the regiment had been accepted, and will probably leave in a few days for the seat of war. The rolls of the various companies are full, and active drilling has already commenced. The uniform of this corps will be the regular French Zouave style for the privates, while the officers will be attired in the United States regulation dress.
At a meeting of Company D, Anderson Zouaves, held at Camp Lafayette yesterday, the following resolution was unanimously adopted:—
Resolved, That we tender to the ladies of the Union Relief Committee our sincere thanks for one hundred shirts furnished our company, and also tender our best wishes for the future happiness of every lady engaged in their manufacture.

(July 3, 1861)
AN APPEAL TO THE PATRIOTIC FROM THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
This regiment has been mustered into the service of the Federal Government, and will, in all probability, be ordered to the seat of war forthwith; but before they leave they are extremely anxious to liquidate a few debts of honor incurred in the formation of the regiment. With this laudable object in view, they feel confident that the generous and patriotic citizens of New-York will cheerfully subscribe a sum which will enable the Anderson Zouaves to leave with honor and credit to themselves, and to the great metropolis they represent. Believing that a practical plan has only to be suggested for the accomplishment of the above stated purpose, it is respectfully submitted that the friends of the regiment subscribe sums from one dollar upward to the amount that each can afford, resting assured that the regiment will feel grateful to all who contribute according to their means, and that the knowledge of possessing such friends will impel our Zouaves to nobler deeds in sustaining the Constitution and upholding the starry standard they have sworn to defend. Contributions may be sent to any of the following gentlemen: Shepard Knapp, esq., President Mechanics' Bank; Don Alonzo Cushman, esq., No. 73 Sixth avenue; the Hon. A. V. Stout, President Shoe and Leather Bank; Marshall Roberts, esq., No. 177 West street; L. L. Britton, esq., Everett House.

ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
Yesterday the last company of the Zouaves, under Col. Riker, was mustered into the United States service. Capt. Johnston addressed his company in a stirring address, which was enthusiastically received by the men. Capt. Johnston enjoys the confidence of his men, and is well sustained by Lieut. G. T. J. Lewis, until recently, and for many years a non-commissioned officer of the 7th regiment. Col. Riker and the regimental Staff were also sworn into the service, on which occasion Col. R. made a patriotic address, which was vociferously cheered by the men, who were drawn up in line to hear his remarks. The regiment contains 950 men, and is expected to leave for Washington during the coming week.

GENERAL ORDERS OF THE DE KALB REGIMENT.
HEADQUARTERS DE KALB REGIMENT,
HAMILTON PARK, July 3, 1861.
The regiment will parade to-morrow, July 4, 1861, in celebration of the eighty-fifth anniversary of American Independence, on Hamilton Square, at 4 1/2 p. m. The 1st battalion stationed at the Yorkville Park will report at the above-mentioned hour to the adjutant. Drum-Major Deninger will report to the Colonel at 4 ¼ p. m. The staff will appear mounted. 
By order of Col. Leopold Von Gilsa. 
Otto Kleinschmidt, Adjutant.

The regiment is now equipped and will leave about Saturday. A dress parade took place yesterday at which the regiment performed their evolutions in a superior style.

ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
The Anderson Zouaves, now stationed at Riker's Island, have named their camp Camp Astor, in compliment to Mr. J. J. Astor, Jr. They are beautifully situated, and the men are busily engaged in perfecting themselves in the various arts of war.

THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
This regiment was transferred on Monday from Saltersville, N. J., to the barracks on Riker's Island. The trip up and around the bay on the camp steamer, Major Anderson, was made the occasion of quite a gala time among the soldiers, who had a little field piece along and fired any number of salutes on the way. The regiment expect to be detained but a short time before departing to the seat of war. An exhibition drill of Captain La Fata's magnificent company of French Zouaves—the advance guard of the regiment will be given shortly t o raise funds in aid of the corps. (July 17, 1861)

ANDERSON NEW YORK STATE GUARD.
The following order has been promulgated by the commander of this regiment:—
HEADQUARTERS, Sept. 7, 1861.
A full attendance of the officers, non-commissioned officers and privates of the Anderson New York State Guard is called for next Tuesday evening, at half-past six o'clock. The Guard will meet in the battalion drill room.
J. K. Larke, Lieut. Col. Commanding.
W. Chapman, Adjutant.

ANDERSON'S ZOUAVES.
Colonel John L. Riker is organizing a regiment under the name and auspices of the hero of Sumter. Major Anderson has authorized the use of his name, and since the inception of the enterprise has freely advised with Colonel Riker as to the formation of this regiment. At an early hour this morning a large tent was pitched in Union square, near the Washington Monument, which will be floored to-day, furnished with a few bunks and used as the regimental headquarters. The large tent at Staten Island, temporarily occupied by Wilson's Zouaves, will be used by this regiment, and other tents will be pitched at various points in the city. It is intended to form a full regiment of 1,200 men, which will include two artillery companies of 100 men each, with a full complement of howitzers. The regiment will be uniformed and equipped as Zouaves, and it will be equal, in all respects, to any of the city volunteer regiments.

SONG OF THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
Tune: Life on the Ocean Wave.
BY JAS. O'C., COMPANY D, ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
I.
A life in the soldier's camp,
A home in the snow-white tent,
Where we hear the gentry tramp,
And merry hours are spent;
Where glory waits the brave,
On the bloody battle field,
And the Stars and Stripes shall wave
O'er Zouaves that never yield.

II.
Come, shoulder your musket, boys;
And off to the field of strife.
Leave home, and all its joys,
And fly to a soldier's life—
With knapsack oh your back,
And canteen by your side—
To follow the foeman's track,
Is the brave young Zouave's pride.

III.
The camp is the place for me,
When my country calls me there,
To fight for the Flag of the Free,
I'd live on homeliest fare;
When the tattoo beats at night,
And the reveille in the morn,
And the Zouave's heart is light
As soon as the day is born.

IV.
Then farewell, home and friends,
For I've joined the volunteers;
I'll be with him who defends
Our Flag, and never, fears.
I'm off for the Zouaves' camp,
I'm bound for Freedom's Wars;
On the rebel flag I'll tramp,
And fight for the Stripes and Stars.

V.
Our men are bound for the South;
Send with us, friends, your prayers—
For many, with gay words in mouth,
May never live to leave there.
But God, who is good and kind,
Will guard us from all harm;
And we will ever over find
He'll lend a helping arm.

(BATLE OF WILLIAMSBURG)
SIXTY-SECOND NEW YORK VOLUNTEERS (ANDERSON ZOUAVES).
COMPANY C.--Wounded--Sergeant C. Eddy, seriously. 
Company E--Killed--Sergeant O. Buffington. 
Company F--Wounded--Corporal Jacob Granier; private C. Schmidt. Company G--Wounded--Second Sergeant J. W. Griffiths, slightly. 
Company H--Killed Privates Hy Schippen, H. Egleston. Wounded--Private Edward Kelly.

RECAPITULATION
Killed Wounded Missing. Total.
Company A ----- ------ ----- -----
Company B — ----- ----- ----- 
Company C ----- 1 ----- 1
Company D ----- ----- ----- -----
Company E 1 ----- ----- 1
Company F ----- 2 ----- 2 
Company G ----- 1 ----- 1
Company H 2 1 ----- 3
Company I ----- ----- ----- -----
Company K ----- ----- ----- -----
Total 3 5 ----- 8

NINETY-EIGHTH PENNSYLVANIA VOLUNTEERS
COMPANY B.—Wounded—Private John Ualtman, back or neck.
Company F--Killed--Sergeant George M. Bordermaun, privates Adam Wagner and Albert Lampp.
Company K--Killed--Private Leopold Wetzel. Wounded--Sergeant Edward Friend, seriously; private Theodore Deringer, seriously. 
The names of the missing have not been ascertained, but the number is supposed to be 23.
RECAPITULATION. 
Killed. Wounded. Missing. Total.
Company A ----- 1 ----- 1
Company B ----- ----- ----- ----- 
Company C ----- ----- ----- -----
Company D ----- ----- ----- ----- 
Company E ----- ----- ----- ----- 
Company F 3 ----- ----- 3
Company G ----- ----- ----- -----
Company H ----- ----- ----- -----
Company I ----- 1 ----- 1
Company K 1 2 ----- 3
Missing in the regiment
not particularized -- ----- 23 23
Total 4 4 23 31

NEW YORK OFFICERS DISMISSED.
First Lieut. W. Barnett, Sixty-second New York, for utter worthlessness, inefficiency, and absence without leave; Second Lieut. W. T. Smith, One Hundred and Fortieth New York. The following dismissal has been confirmed: First Lieut. W. A. Boyce, Fifty-fourth New York, for having consumed for his own use the whiskey ration drawn for a picket detail under his command.
N. Y. Times.

MILITRY MATTERS.
RECEPTION OF VETERAN VOLUNTEERS. —On Tuesday afternoon last, the Sixty-second Regiment, N. Y. V., were received and entertained by the city authorities, the Seventy-first Regiment, N. Y. S. N. G., forming the military escort. Promptly to the time mentioned, 2, P. M., Colonel Trafford and his command reached the Park. Considering the limited and short notice given—Major-General Sandford, or his aid-decamp, Major Alexander Hamilton, having neglected to apprise the men of the turn-out through the columns of the SUNDAY MERCURY on Sunday—the turn-out was fine, there being twelve files front present. After exchanging the usual compliments, the two battalions entered the east gate of the Park, coming into line by file right. Mayor Gunther, General Robert Anderson, and Major Hamilton reviewed the troops as they stood in line. By some mistake, these reviewing dignitaries got in between the officers and the men passing the rear of the color-guard until near the end of the Seventy-first, when Colonel Trafford, noticing the dilemma they had got into, caused them to make an oblique movement to the proper position. They then passed around to the right again, by which time ex-Colonel Duryea, Quartermasters Rosevelt and Seelye, and several other officers, assembled on the steps in front of the Hall. The Seventy-first Regiment then passed in common time, Dodworth's band turning out in excellent shape, and the different officers saluting very nicely. The band of the Sixty-second also turned out, and the field-officers all saluted, but none of the line officers did so until the color-company came along, when the lieutenant in charge of same dropped his sword, as did also the next officer in line and those commanding the two left companies, and the staff. We did not understand why Major Hamilton raised his hat when the officers saluted, but kept it on as the colors went past. He had no right to salute at all, and when he does so, must learn to do it properly. Mayor Gunther was the reviewing officer. After passing out of the Park, the regiments proceeded up Broadway, and thence down to Jefferson Market, where a collation was provided for the veterans. On Wednesday afternoon, similar honors were paid to the First Regiment, N. Y. V. Engineers, the escort on this occasion being the Seventh Regiment, N. Y. S N. G. From some cause we have not heard explained, this reception was postponed from 2 until 3 o'clock. The escort (the Seventh) entered the Park at the last mentioned hour; but they slipped out again, and Mayor Gunther, Major-General Sandford, and Major Hamilton reviewed the Veteran Engineer soldiers after a fashion. The veterans, broke into column, the Seventh Regiment Band wheeled out in fine shape, under direction of Drum-Major Graham, opposite to the reviewing-officer, and all the officers of the First New York Engineers gracefully saluted (a considerable contrast to their brother-soldiers, not only of the previous day, but of many other days, and on similar occasions), and all the men, being without arms, etc., touched their caps to his Honor. Meanwhile, the Seventh Regiment, N. G., stood in Broadway, the right resting on Warren street. As the veterans passed out of the west gate, of course the Seventh saluted; but the old soldiers having both the band and drum-corps of the latter at their head, they went on to the right. Here was a dilemma If the column kept on, the veterans would be escorting the Home Guards! This would not answer, so the band and the veterans had to pass down the line again, and get into the Park, so as to give the Seventh a chance to recover itself. After countermarching, the object was finally attained, and the column passed up Broadway, rightly arranged. But as it did so—and we speak with all consideration for the whole command—we never saw the Seventh Regiment in worse shape. The commands were not equalized, nor the files rightly sized. Capt. Riblet's company, divided in two platoons of some twelve files front, on the right, was in good condition; but we cannot say much for some of the other companies. They followed, without regard to numbers or distance. We have never seen the Seventh make a poorer parade. This "model" regiment is either falling into the "sere and yellow leaf" of existence, or other city regiments are going ahead of it, so far as the particulars of a review and reception are concerned.

ANDERSON ZOUAVES.—A dispatch from Charles S. Smith, of the Sixty-second regiment, says that this organization, known as the Anderson Zouaves, is in New York, ready to be mustered out. There is a Troy company in the Sixty-second, formerly commanded by Capt. ... Clark, who is now a prisoner in Richmond.

The following clippings were donated by Greg Furness.

New York Times 20 May 1861
ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
Eight hundred men have already been recruited for this regiment. Two companies from Albany and one from Troy will arrive here in a day or two, and attach themselves to Col. J. LAFAYETTE RIKER'S regiment. Recruits are received in the large tent erected on Union-square.

New York Times 26 May 1861
ANDERSON ZOVAVES.
New York Times (1857-Current file); May 26, 1861; ProQuest Historical Newspapers The New York Times (1851-2003)
pg. 8
ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
A very few of these men appeared in uniform at the inspection yesterday. It is anticipated, however, that the whole of the men will be fully uniformed by Wednesday. The costume is a neat affair of blue, faced with yellow, and has the great recommendation of cheapness; pants, jacket, vest and cap will not cost more than $10. 664 men were inspected yesterday by the Union Defence Committee, presenting a very fine appearance. Mrs. Col. Anderson has taken great interest in the progress of this regiment, making the officers under many obligations to her, as also to the ladies of the New-York Relief Union, who have kindly supplied the regiments with shirts, drawers, etc. The following are the staff officers, line officers have not yet been elected:
Col. J. Lafayette Riper [sic], Lieut. Col. W. S. Fisdale, Maj. Oscar V. Dayton, Adj Prescott Tracy, Commisary [sic] Wilson Hubbell, Quarter-Master J. J. Yates.

New York Times 29 May 1861
ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
Twelve hundred men have joined this regiment. Each recruiting officer has made an affidavit to the effect that every name inscribed on his roll is legitimate. Col. RIKER and Lieut.-Col. Tisdale pledge themselves, if called upon by the Union Defence Committee to furnish in less than 46 hours a sufficient number of able bodied, healthy men, to form a regiment. Col. RIKER complains very much of the demoralizing effect it has upon the men by keeping them in the City; and states that the only way to make good soldiers is to keep them away from local and home influences. If this is the case, the sooner quarters are provided for them the better.

New York Times 31 May 1861
ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
This Regiment goes into quarters to-day at SNEDIKER'S, on Long Island. Four hundred men leave for the barracks to-day, three hundred to-morrow, and the balance the next day.

New York Times 4 June 1861
ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
Four companies belonging to this regiment are quartered at Snedikers, Long Island; the remaining six companies are in barracks at the Newark Bay Hotel, N. J. Great activity prevails, and the men are rapidly becoming efficient in drill. Mr. A. V. Meekes, of the Seventh Regiment, has accepted a Captaincy in this corps; a number of his former comrades, unwilling to remain inactive, have placed themselves under his command. Col. Riker states that his men are all ready, and are anxiously waiting marching orders.

New York Times 7 June 1861
CONSOLIDATION OF EFFORT TO EQUIP THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
The circle of patriotic women who meet daily at Astor Library, have won to their ranks and to their utterly unsecturian [sic] movement, no less than six churches. The Anderson Zouaves have expressed a willingness to accept their especial patronage, and they will undoubtedly prove satisfactory to their fair guardians. The ladies would suggest to their aids or to any liberally-disposed parties, that a need will exist for donations of unbleached muslin for hospital use; also 1,000 pairs of drawers and 1,000 pairs of socks. It has been satisfactorily demonstrated that a woolen sock ribbed in the leg, is the best for marching; yet for very hot weather a different sort is proposed, made with woolen goot and cotton leg; its advantage consists in softness to the foot, while the leg is left cool. We have observed also a curious and excellent marching shoe. The upper is of canvass finished with a soft, fair leather toe moderately thick sole, and very broad heel. Old linen is much needed by the Association, in order to complete their hospital department. Those who are in the habit of tossing aside their linen garments as only fit for the rag bag, will confer a favor by remembering that it is more valuable than new, for new can be for money, while old cannot at all times. Where so much wealth and influence is concentrated, we shall expect an equipment worthy of the flag under which the chosen company march. It is the same that floated over Fort Sumter during the fearful cannonading that preceded its evacuation by our gallant soldiers under the brave ANDERSON.

New York Times 
LETTER FROM THE TWELFTH REGIMENT.
SUNDAY IN WASHINGTON—THE CHURCH-GOERS—
GEN. SCOTT— MOVEMENTS OF TROOOS, ETC.
Correspondence of the New-York Times.
WASHINGTON, Sunday, June 9, 1861.
EXCERPT:
It is quite impossible to understand the movement of things here. Regiments are sent out in the night, and others come in the morning. Troops are called for, and troops all ready to be mustered in are rejected. The commander of the Anderson Zouaves of New-York is here, making strenuous efforts to get accepted. He has letters from the Defence Committee, from Mrs. ANDERSON, from M. O. Roberts and other distinguished men. The President has even written a letter to the Secretary of War, urging the acceptance. But it is doubtful whether it can be done. "You must get the consent of the Governor of New-York," it is said, and that is not always easy.

New York Times 11 June 1861
ANDERSON ZOUAVES
The part of this Regiment encamped at Salter's Hotel, five miles below Jersey City, were addressed yesterday by Mr. John M. Davis, at the request of Major Dayton. He was listened to with marked attention by the men, who gave him three hearty cheers when he had finished.

New York Times 17 June 1861
THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
On Saturday, the part of this regiment that has been quartered two miles from East New-York, joined the corps at Salterville. In this beautiful place, shaded by a grove and fanned by sea breezes, the regiment, numbering between 800 and 900, are very comfortably quartered. Col. Riker has shown his competency for his post by his untiring and successful exertions. He was most cordially greeted yesterday on his return from Washington. In response, he made a very able and inspiring speech, which was enthusiastically cheered. He thanked the men for the patience they had exercised, and congratulated them on a better time coming, and hoped they would prove worthy of him whose name they bore. As he spoke every eye was filled with tears and every heart throbbed with emotion. Gen. Wetmore, of the Union Defence Committee, being introduced, made a very pertinent and eloquent address, in which he stated that the hearing of the ear had not half equaled the sight of the eyes, in regard to the stalwart men and noble Colonel and associate officers of this regiment, and only expressed the regret that he was not 20 years younger, that he might share the duty and honor of fighting in so holy a cause. Rev. L. C. Lockwood, who was present, seconded the remarks of the Colonel about the better day coming, and asserted, not as a myth, but as a reality, that this was becoming a pet regiment of New-York City, and the ladies of several Churches, with whom he has had conference, are now at work making undergarments and Havelocks for the regiment. He also made a prayer, invoking God's special blessing upon the regiment. At 3 1/2 o'clock, Mr. C. C. Leigh and the Chaplain conducted a meeting among the regiment, in which the greatest attention was given and a happy impression made. The regiment signified unanimously, by the raising of the hand, a desire for a prayer meeting, under the auspices of the Young Men's Christian Association, next Wednesday evening.

New York Times 21 June 1861
Capt. HUBBELL, of Company B, desires to acknowledge the receipt of a supply of Havelocks, shirts and drawers from the ladies of St. Ann's Church, West Eighteenth-street, and to express his gratitude and that of his company for the above favors, assuring those patriotic ladies that the kindness they dispense with so liberal a hand will inspire deeds of heroism in the cause so dear to every woman in the land. 
Capt. WM. N. HATHAWAY, Company C, has opened a recruiting office at Hibernian Hall, No. 42 Prince-street, for two days only; applications should, therefore, be made at once.

 

New York Times 26 June 1861
ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
This regiment, having been accepted by the United States Government, will be put upon a war footing as soon as possible. The Ladies' Central Relief Committee are furnishing a complete outfit of under-clothing for this favorite regiment, consisting of 2,000 cotton shirts, 1,000 woolen shirts, 1,000 pairs drawers, 1,000 Havelocks, 1,000 pairs socks, &c., &c. The ladies of the “Relief Union," Church of the puritans, have also been steadily at work furnishing such articles of wearing apparel as the men most needed. Col. J. Lafayette Riker, and Acting Lieut.-Col. W. S. Tisdale, have been unremitting in their efforts in bringing this Regiment to its present standard. These gentlemen have expended in so doing some $7,000, while the Union Defence Committee, whose special mission was to provide for volunteer regiments, have advanced only $1,500 towards the expenses, which amount not to about $600 a day.

New York Times CARD OF THANKS.
To the Editor of the New-York Times:
Sir--In behalf of Col. J. Lafayette Riker (now in Washington) and the Robert Anderson Zouave Regiment, we respectfully beg leave to acknowledge, through the medium of your patriotic journal, the reception of 763 excellent woolen shirts, the donation of the Ladies' Central Relief Committee, No. 1 Bond-street, and the Union Defence Committee. To the generous ladies of the relief Committee and those members of the Defence Committee who patriotically and humanely aided us in securing this very acceptable and timely contribution of shirts, so sorely needed by our brave volunteers, we tender our earnest thanks and grateful acknowledgments.
Very respectfully, &c.,
W. S. TISDALE,
Acting Lieutenant Colonel Anderson Zouaves.
J. J. Yates, Quartermaster.

New York Times 29 June 1861
ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
You will confer an additional favor if you will allow me to correct one error which inadvertently occurred in the card of thanks published in you valuable journal of yesterday, concerning the shirts presented to the Anderson Zouaves. One hundred and eighty of them were a donation from the ladies of the All Souls Church, Dr. Bellows, pastor; and the remainder (585) from the Union Defence Relief Committee, No. 1 Bond-street. Mrs. J. F. Whipple will please accept the thanks of the Regiment, for her Valuable donation of sixty-five Havelocks.
J. J. YATES,
Quartermaster, Anderson Zouaves.

New York Times 1 July 1861
THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
Eight companies belonging to this regiment have been mustered into the United States service; the other two will be mustered in to-day. The whole of the regiment will be thoroughly armed and equipped by Wednesday. The men are all quartered at Salterville, N. J., and are rapidly becoming proficient in drill and soldierly bearing. They will start for the wars some time during the next ten days. Col. J. LAFAYETTE RIKER has been presented with a valuable and handsome horse.

New York Times 2 July 1861
THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
The whole of this regiment has now been mustered into the United States service; it is expected that it will be ordered to the seat of war immediately. The gentlemen who have brought this regiment to its present standard of excellence, deserve great credit for the patience and determination which they have manifested throughout the most trying difficulties. With scarcely any pecuniary assistance they have sustained a large body of men during a period of nearly two months, the greater part of the expense falling upon Col. J. L. Riker and Lieut.-Col. H. S. Tisdale. Other regiments have been aided to the extent of thirty, forty and even sixty thousand dollars by the United Defence Committee. Notwithstanding this, the Anderson Zouaves will compare favorably with any other regiment, as is shown by the following certificate of the United States Medical Inspector:
New-York, June 30, 1861.
Col. J. Lafayette Riker:
Dear Sir: In the examination of the fine body of troops under your command, known as the Anderson Zouaves, I found a far less proportion of them to be physically disqualified than I have found in any of the regiments I have examined during the present war, and I cheerfully testify to their general superior condition. The scarcity of boys and old men was also quite a remarkable feature.
N.R. MOSELEY, M. D.,
Medical Inspector.

New York Times 6 July 1861
CELEBRATION BY THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
At Camp Lafayette the Anderson Zouaves manifested their patriotism in a spirited but perfectly decorous manner, the good cheer supplied by their liberal colonel being in no way abused by the noble fellows under his command. Mr. Isaac Isaacks (who is and honorary member of the staff) was especially active, and supplied a large brass field piece, which was served by a squad of experienced artillerists, principally from Capt. Ls Fata’s company, advance guard.
The men at the gun sent their noisy compliments across Newark Bay to their opposite neighbors, greeting them in a true Fourth of July fashion, and what with the booming of cannon across the water, the sound of the bugle, the beat of the drums, the shrill notes of the fife, the miniature musketry of crackers and torpedoes, the flags flying and the frequent discharge of pistols and rifles, the camp of the Anderson Zouaves, presented the spectacle of a special Fourth of July on a small scale. In the evening, a national salute was fired from the high bank near the hotel, and a splendid display of fireworks was added to the interesting features of the occasion. Rockets, Roman candles, set pieces, and other pyrotechnical attractions were supplied in profusion, and a speech, full of patriotic fervor and eloquence, from Col. Riker, and which was listened to by a large auditory of fair ladies and gallant Zouaves, as the appropriate finale to a day in camp, which every one present will remember as one of the most pleasing occasions of his life.

New York Times 8 July 1861
THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
The tide of official favor seems to have entirely changed with regard to this regiment, as it is ordered immediately to the seat of war. Col. Riker well deserves this success. He is of the stuff that colonels should be made of: indomitable perseverance, courage and patience entering largely into his composition. The Union Defence Committee has as yet done nothing for this regiment, though it has bestowed with a liberal hand many thousands upon two other regiments raised under the auspices of Fernando Wood and Isaac Bell, Jr.

New York Times PREACHING AT UNION-SQUARE.
Religious exercised were held at the recruiting quarters of the Anderson Zouaves, Union-square, yesterday afternoon, Rev. Mr. Russell officiating. A sermon was also preached in the evening, at the same place, by Rev. Mr. Harris. The large attendance which characterized these meetings when they were first commenced, has considerably decreased since the Zuaves have been encamped at the Salter’s Bay, N. J., the presence of the soldiers at the tent, doubtless, having much to do in getting so many persons together. The discourses delivered yesterday were of a practical nature, and were listened to with interest by those present.

New York Times 12 July 1861
THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
This regiment is quartered at Salterville, N. J., and numbers about nine hundred men, all of whom are fine active young fellows. Col. J. Lafayette Riker will be prepared, and expects to march in a few days.

New York Times 13 July 1861
THE ANDERSON ZOUAVES.
The men of this regiment are anxiously expecting their pay. Many of them enlisted with the understanding that the corps would be accepted, and that they would be in immediate receipt of something for their services. As it is, though the men have been in quarters for the last seven weeks, they have not received a cent. It is time that something should be done for this regiment, and that the men should be properly clothed and equipped. Complaints are reaching us daily that the families of the men who have enlisted in this regiment are being neglected, and it behooves the Union Defence Committee, or those who are in power, to ameliorate the condition of the wives and families of those who are anxious and willing to defend our flag and Constitution.