Bushwhackers @ Lost Tribes

[Hairy Nation Boys]

I have had some questions regarding bushwhackers. Yes, we will be having bushwhackers at this event. You cannot do a Missouri event without bushwhackers. These groups have already been filled. The leaders were asked to raise men over a year ago. The names of these men and their leaders will not be listed anywhere. Don't ask me who they are. You will have to come to find out.

Right now we need men to fill the ranks of Company I of the 21st Missouri. We WILL engage these men in combat. While this will not be a blast fest you are required to bring 60 rounds of ammo. So while raising hell, interacting with the locals, being thrown in the guardhouse, going on patrols you will also have to watch out for bushwhackers.

And just so you know they don't have any rules to play by. They are making their own rules. So, don't come with a candy arse!

[Silvana Siddali]

The civilian reaction to both bushwhackers and occupying army will be interesting. At the moment, the village is fairly evenly divided -- which is about right for Gray Summit. But there are many civilian men who are playing things close to the vest, too. Most will probably take a loyalty oath. That doesn't guarantee anything, though.

Missouri civilians lived directly in the path of two contending armies, so the bushwhackers' raids were particularly troublesome. William Anderson once boasted that he didn't give a damn about the Confederacy -- he was in it for revenge and for horses. I don't think pro-secesh sympathies will necessarily protect those civilians who encounter bushwhackers, in other words.

Boonesfield residents have known each other for some years now, so we are a coherent functioning community. Outsiders will be immediately recognized as such; and even the most ardent pro-Union residents will probably be unhappy with the federal occupation presence.

Speaking from a civilian point of view, this event will be full of unknowns. I can't wait.

[Trish Hasenmueller]

Speaking from the viewpoint of this civilian, if anyone tries to cross our doorstep, they'll answer to Mr. Broom...whichever side of the argument they're on!

Seriously, the serenity of our little hamlet is worth protecting. We who frequent the neighborhood love Boonesfield. The setting is unsurpassed and citizens and soldiers alike, whatever side they agree with, will have a great time in October!

[Old Reb]

Loyality is good.

[Gallo de Cielo]

Double-barreled shotguns always trump brooms.

[Trish Hasenmueller]

Unfortunately, yes, shotguns are more, uh, assertive but my shotgun is not dwelling at home right now. It's on a hunting expedition...that's the ticket! Resistance to trespassers will exist. Mr. Broom has an accomplice that will remain our secret weapon. Besides that, I don't expect any soldier worth considering himself a soldier and a gentleman no matter which side of an argument he is on would actually use a shotgun on a neutral citizen of the town.

Trish Hasenmueller, who lives a life of passive resistance

[Silvana Siddali]

I had an 1812 flintlock at Marmaduke's, which no doubt Mr. "Flank" Aufmuth will let me borrow again. I might get a flash in the pan, and I might not be the most accurate shot, but even I will not miss at point blank range.

And there will certainly be fowling pieces and even pistols in town. It seems to me that the kind of uncouth ruffian who amuses himself by abusing women for no good reason deserves no loyalty of any kind.

[Hairy Nation Boys]

All weapons WILL be turned over the federal authorities.

[Old Reb]

I believe in the historic time line of all of this, the bushwhackers encountered at Marmaduke's were the 1862 version. Thus, two years of hard living has made those kind, gentle, understand bushwhackers that gave Federal greenbacks to ladies in need and protected them from a Federal raiding party in 1862 have turned into a much more vile species to deal with.

[Auld Pelty]

I am thinking about bringing a double barreled shotgun and some 1864 grit.

"Surrender had played out for good with me. "
Jesse James

[Natty Bumpo]

Step forward all you stalwart, loyal unionists and swell the ranks of the 21st Missouri,answer the call. Besides I know that you will enjoy this event.
Jake Wickham
Hairy Nation

[Old Reb]

Fergus,
It is good to see you are out of jail and back to posting. See you in Missouri.

[huntdaw]

All weapons WILL be turned over the federal authorities.

No, they won't.

[Trish Hasenmueller]

Is that supposed to include brooms?...that giving-up of weapons? For some of us retiring types that might be the only weapon available...that and our 'secret' weapons.

Trish Hasenmueller

[Hairy Nation Boys]

We will work with the local authorities to have peace.

Right Micahel?

See you soon! :wink_smil

[Abrams]

All weapons WILL be turned over the federal authorities.

Its a good thing I won't have a weapon. At least, not so's anyone will notice... :rolleyes:

[huntdaw]

We will work with the local authorities to have peace.

Right Micahel?

See you soon! :wink_smil

Absolutely! As sheriff, that's what I'm all about here - peace. But you ain't gettin' my gun.:baring_te

[Anna Allen]

This looks like it's shaping up to be a grand event! There will be lots of surprises, to be sure... :rolleyes:

P.S. You bushwhackers aren't gonna push us around like you did at Marmy's! You ain't gettin' an ounce of cherry bounce! (Hey I rhyme! :D)

[Old Reb]

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[Old Reb]

Miss Anna,
We got not an ounce of bounce and did not pounce. We protected you from vile yankee raiders. We gave you yankee dollars because you had none. We brought in a banjo player for entertainment and Professor McBride to supply enlightened chitchat with you ladies. We even had a prayer meeting. You know that we are kind and gentle men and would not harm you in any way. So, please don't speak of us as ruffians and scoundrels. For you know it is not true.

[Silvana Siddali]

The reason you didn't get any cherry bounce was that we stole & hid it just before escaping from the clutches of Mr. Hildebrand's men. It was given to some deserving soldiers on the following day.

I remember that camp meeting somewhat differently, in fact. There were some poor boys crying their eyes out because they were about to be hanged. Then Miss Anna and I begged Jay Stephens, may his name never be mentioned in polite society again, to help us escape. He simply shrugged and told us "gee, I'd like to help you gals, honest I would, but I'm just so d___ d tired." Miss Anna then noticed that the guard's attention was briefly distracted so we hightailed it out of our imprisonment and hid in the undergrowth; only to fall into the company of some bushwhackers, who took us up into their hideout in the mountains.

I'm not sure whether similar adventures can be had near Gray Summit (Boonesfield) but we aim to try. We're keeping our allegiances to ourselves.

And Sherriff Comer keeps to strict temperance principles. If there's any whiskey in town, he'll sniff it out.

[MO-Pard]

For the sake of Honor, although there was a great deal of confusion and tension, I recall s0me aspects differently.

I was not tired, and though Bailey Smith, (my actual historical persona) did know the ladies of the camp and hoped for the best. After Cody drained what little whiskey was to be found in the camp, (seeing no one got a second taste,) the near presence of Federals, another at times friendly/at times rival band of irregulars, etc..... I had to regretfully inform you there was nothing I could do to control the deteriorating mood of the lot of them or my generally well-meaning captain/preacher, given the circumstances. There were too many factors leading to that 'perfect storm', and I was not going to be it. (You would have suffered as well...) You did the best thing, fleeing during the confusion and although I saw your flight, due to our history/familiarity, I spoke not a word.... your safety and honor preserved.....


Respectfully.....

[Silvana Siddali]

Aw, Jay, I was kidding. :cry_smile

You're one of the Gentlemen, after all.

[MO-Pard]

Aw, Jay, I was kidding. :cry_smile

You're one of the Gentlemen, after all.

Oh, No Worries. And no offense taken. That couple hours was really an incredible experience for everyone who happened to enter that situation whether civilian, Federal, CS, guerilla, etc. In most every other military situation (then and at events of course) officers/honor, most generally made sure there was a protocol or mostly civil treatment, so your's were extended the same. At that event, and even more so this one, tensions/reprisals were the norm in Missouri. That was the beauty/intrigue of Marmy's (if you were out and interacted with the other factions/civilians) and this one. And, rightfully so, the Federals will be in control this time.

Go Federals!!!

[Campjacksonboy]

First a question: Is that broom mentioned earlier a weapon or mode of transportation?

Also for all parties involved there is a recall on cherry bounce and it should never be made for civilian consumption. Sure, you posture around it and talk loudly about its health benefits but only the real men drink it. It causes fights, looting, consumption, small pox, facial hair on women, hell fire, and bad breath. I wish I could load up my shotgun with the cherry pits and shoot them like rock salt at the false propagators of the cherry bounce.

As for me I'm done with the Army and not having a coat or shoes, I'm done trying to keep up with Price, I'm done with living on horse fodder all while the officers toast each other with whiskey and don't offer me any. My horse died from a federal shell at Pilot Knob and I'm done with this damn war.
And you all can go to hell.:wink_smil

Well anyway... Baily Smith's take on the whole affair probably went something like that.
Frank Aufmuth

[Trish Hasenmueller]

My Goodness, Mr. Afmuth! Did it take you this long to think of a way to cast aspersions on the only method of defense for my tiny two person household???

You're sounding rather bitter about the loss of your coat and horse. Can I offer you a seat by the fire? You can leave the shotgun on the other side of the room. We'll take care of it for you.

Trish Hasenmueller