THE JOURNAL RAISES MONEY FOR WINTER GLOVES

FOR THE

FIFTEENTH, DECEMBER 21, 1863 

FIFTEENTH KENTUCKY VOLUNTEER INFANTRY -- We understand that this old, well-tried regiment is now doing picket duty at Chattanooga, and will possibly remain there all winter -- certainly it will be in the field, as it has always been since its organization.

The weather is now becoming severe and the men are sorely in need of gloves.  A prominent member of the Christian Commission, Mr. Russell, has been in the camp of the Fifteenth recently, and brings messages from many of the gallant soldiers who are now exposed to the inclemency of winter.  They all want gloves, and request that the ladies of Louisville will send them good, warm gloves, to protect their hands from the chilling blast and snow and sleet during the long days and nights of watching.

The ladies, we are pleased to say, have commenced this work, and a most worthy work it is.  They need funds and have requested that we appeal to our people in their name.  We do so cheerfully, believing that the citizens of Louisville will willingly respond to the call.  Money for this purpose can be left with Mrs. Quigley or Mrs. Menefee, on the east side of Third street, between Chestnut and Broadway.

This is, as we all know, a noble regiment -- has gallantly, proudly stood the test on more than one hard fought field.  They have toiled and fought for the Government of their fathers, for the protection of their State -- for constitutional liberty.  Shall we fail to render them comfortable?  We hope not.

It will not take much.  Let the friends of the regiment, male and female, contribute freely and promptly to this object.  No time should be lost.  All can appreciate the necessity of the step.  The chilled musket at midnight to an unprotected hand is not comfortable, and the driving rain has not much mercy.  You that are well clad, well housed, and well fed, can afford to render comfortable your friends and defenders.

We hope our citizens will look to the immediate consummation of this humane work.

Louisville Journal, December 21, 1863