Wood, George H.; 19; Dartmouth. Went to sea; returned, and is now living on a farm in Westport with his twin brother. Both are bachelors and possess quite a handsome property.
CHAPTER X.
Company G, Third Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Militia.
This company was recruited by its captain, William S. Cobb; first lieutenant, Henry W. Briggs; and second lieutenant, James L. Wilber. In the days of 1862 in passing City Hall, New Bedford, one might notice four tents on the north side of the hall. In these four tents companies were being recruited, viz., Companies E, F, and G, and another company which was being recruited by Major Cushman. In six weeks the recruiting was accomplished, and Companies E, F, and G, went into Camp Joe Hooker, Lakeville, Mass., and were made a part of the Third Regiment. To say that there was no rivalry in this recruiting would be far from the truth, but as each man had his choice of the four companies the officer who could show the greatest advantages succeeded soonest in getting his company filled.
Capt. WILLIAM S. COBB.
William Cobb who went as captain of Company G was for several years in the outfitting business in New Bedford and was well known by a large circle of admiring friends, and, being at one time city marshal, he enjoyed the right of way in recruiting his company. He never lost his hold on his men, nor his popularity as commanding officer. His men never failed of getting their rations of every sort. He was a kind, considerate officer, and loved his men as though they were his own sons. After the war he was for many years high sheriff of Bristol County, in which place he performed his duties acceptably, without fear or trembling, neither was he a slave to any political party. His shibboleth was duty before pleasure.
First Lieut. Henry W. Briggs was a faithful officer during his term of service, and after the war was a contractor and builder in New Bedford for a number of years. He was a good, honest man, and those who intrusted their interests to him had no cause to regret or to find fault with the work.