The Ozark Spectator

BOYS OF COMPANY 'K' GIVEN ROUSING SEND-OFF

Hundreds Meet Special Wednesday Night to Bid Members Local Company Militia Farewell---Special Carried Other Companies.

Amid the rousing cheers of several hundred men, women, boys and girls, the special train composed of three companies of militia--Ozark, Bentonville and Springdale, and 2nd regimental band, Bentonville --departed here about twelve o'clock midnight last night for Fort Logan H. Roots where they will be mustered into the federal service and despatched to the border within the next ten days. Mothers, sisters and sweethearts were there to be with their loved ones the last time before their probably long and hard service in the United States Army.

And, through it all, the boys were the braver. With heads up, shoulders well back and shining faces, their every move was an inspiration. There was a look of patriotism on their faces which showed they were ready to face any eventuality.

If by chance there came a wistful look into the face of any of the boys, it was scarcely noticed amid the cheers and good-byes of the throng. The Ozark company is probably one of the best, physically, in the state, Ozark is proud of her boys and it is certain that they will give a good account of themselves.

The highest esteem possible is felt for the soldiers all over the county and the spirit has been truly manifested during the past week and on the moment of their departure.

The first big honors accorded Company K was a week ago Monday night when Misses Pauline Clayton and Evangel Galloway, assisted by the citizens of Ozark, gave the boys a reception on the court house lawn. This was followed by another reception Saturday night when the band furnished music and splendid addresses were made by the Rev. J. J. Galloway, G. C. Carter, L. M. Guthrie, C. C. Colburn and Adjutant Dodson, of Gravette.

On Monday night the boys were given a reception at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Haberer by the Misses Mattie Milton and Regina Quaile ewhile Tuesday and Wednesday nights were marked with concerts on the courthouse lawn by the Ozark Merchants' Band.

Today the boys are gone, but they are comforted by the thought that, back home, there is a city full of people who believe in them, and who are waiting and watching for their safe and triumphant return.

Company K departed at full peace strength while Lieutenant A. B. Collins, recruiting officer, remained in Ozark and is working to secure recruits sufficient to build the company up to full war strength of 141 men.

Captain F. M. Edwards is in command of Company K with J. A. Johnston 1st lieutenant and A. B. Collins 2nd lieutenant.