and he made his second engagement with the Tompkins County Bank as book-keeper. With this situation the same remarks are applicable as to the clerkship; he was soon promoted to the position of Teller of the same institution, and later to Cashier, which office he still holds. His various and rapid promotions in the Bank were not equal, however, to the demands made upon him by his fellow citizens. To show his popularity, we mention some of the civil offices he has filled: Town Clerk, Notary Public, Trustee of the village, President of same repeatedly, Chief Engineer of the Fire Department for many years in succession, and also served his town in the Board of Supervisors of Tompkins county. Each of the above mentioned offices he has filled with honor to himself, and for us to say with satisfaction to the people, would be superfluous. It is worthy of note, that Captain Partenheimer never was ambitious for office; that all the offices he has filled, both civil and military, have been thrust upon him; and it is proverbial in his case, that he has in the most positive and peremptory manner, declined many honors that the community have endeavored to heap upon him. He is, most emphatically, a self-made man; and to his own personal exertions the public are indebted for a man of sterling worth and vast usefulness.

Philip Stephens, Butcher, enlisted November 25th, 1851. Mr. Stephens was one of the best soldiers of the DeWitt Guard; and not only this, but one of the most valuable men for the Company. He would allow nothing to prevent his attendance at the drills and meetings, where he always took an active part, as he also did in the general welfare of the Company. His purse was always open to contribute to any object that had in view the advancement of the institution. He creditably filled most of the non-commissioned offices; enjoyed being a soldier, and the Company enjoyed him as such. Mr. Stephens has been very successful in his business enterprises, and has built up a reputation throughout the State. The epicure of New York city as well as Chicago, satisfies his taste with luxuries provided by Stephens in the way of choice meats. Mr. Stephens has recently purchased one of the most beautiful building sites in our village, and intends soon building a handsome and capacious dwelling.

A. Phillips, Merchant Tailor, enlisted November 25th, 1851. Mr. Phillips remained with the Company but a short time, and upon his retiring therefrom, presented them with a new uniform complete. It has always been the pleasure of Mr. Phillips to lend his influence for the benefit of the Company, and has furnished in the person of his son a most worthy and valuable member.

John S. Van Liew, Clerk, enlisted November 29th, 1851. Removed from the district soon after joining the Company.

A. G. Thompson, enlisted November 29th, 1851. With the history of Mr. Thompson the writer is not acquainted.

John Randolph, Mason, enlisted December 1st, 1851. Was an excellent member for some years; his tall and commanding form, his precise and measured step and general bearing, fitted him for a first-class soldier. He removed to Michigan about 1858. Joining a Michigan Regiment, he entered the United States army in 1861; was commissioned as Captain soon after his enlistment, and for meritorious conduct was promoted to Major. He was a brave soldier and a courageous officer. He died soon after honorably serving the time of his enlistment, from disease contracted while in the service.

We copy the following to show the esteem in which he was held by his command:

"Miner's Hill, Va., November 18th, 1861.

We, the undersigned, members of Company D, (Barry Guard,) 4th Michigan Volunteers, in testimony of our high appreciation of our beloved Captain, John Randolph, for his uniform urbanity to, and kind treatment of, his Company, and for his ability as an officer, do hereby present him with the accompanying slight memento of our highest regard.

J. N. Hall, E. S. Baldwin, G. G. Mowry, and ninety-seven other members of the Company."

SPEECH OF MAJOR BARRY.

"Captain Randolph: I have been commissioned by the members of Company D, (Barry Guard,) under your command, to present you in their behalf this beautiful sword and belt, in testimony of their high appreciation of your uniform urbanity to, and kind treatment of, your Company, and of your ability as an officer.

While I feel honored in being the medium of communication between the Company (which, among all others, possesses my highest affection) and yourself, I can refer with pride to this testimonial as conclusive evidence, not only of your high qualities as an officer, but also the kindness of your heart.

Captain, I commit this sword to your keeping in confidence, that possessing those qualities as an officer and a man, you will never suffer it to be dishonored."

RESPONSE OF CAPTAIN RANDOLPH.

"Major Barry: No words that I may speak can express my feelings on this occasion. But a few days ago I left behind me a brave band of tried and true men, whose warm expressions of concern for my safety and speedy return scarcely die away in the distance, ere I am followed by a more substantial token of their esteem for me, and kindness of heart, in the shape of this beautiful sword. Coming, as it does, unexpectedly and in so delicate a way, it is not a wonder that my eye should express a feeling that is foreign to my heart. We are bound together in a brotherhood, by ties more binding and endearing than those which make up friendship in civil life. With the same old flag floating over us, sharing a common and imminent danger perpetually about us, with the thousand other incidental and reciprocal acts of courtesy attending well ordered camp-life, it would be strange if we did not become brothers in feeling, as well as in action. As I felt a gladness a few days ago, when departing from camp on a short furlough to visit my many friends here, so now on returning I feel my heart bound at the thought that I shall soon hear the cheers of comrades, and feel the warm grasp of their stout hands. We have ever remembered and looked upon you, Major Barry, as the father of our Company, and feel proud that we bear the name of the Barry Guard. When the boom of the gun of treason first rolled through the land, and the harsh voice of actual war broke upon the startled ears of our peaceful and happy people, your voice called us together, gave our zeal direction, and cooled our excitement to concentrated action; and not one of us will ever cease to regret that other duties prevented your accompanying us in a cause we all know has your whole heart and sympathy. This splendid gift, then, comes to me with double effect. It is like the donation of brothers tendered by the hand of a father, and so I receive it. And I here swear never to dishonor the blade nor disgrace the donors, but whenever I can strike a blow for the right, for our cause, for our flag and the Union, it shall leap from the scabbard, and God helping me, shall not be again sheathed while this right arm can strike a blow, or victory remains uncertain."

Sherman K. Hall, Grocer, enlisted December 2d, 1851. Remained with the Company but a short time.

William O. Bryan, Shoemaker, enlisted December 2d, 1851. Removed from town very soon after enlistment; is now engaged in the Drug and Medicine trade of the West.

F. A. Partenheimer, proprietor of the "Continental Boot and Shoe Store." A