Rensselaer Republican, Volume 26, Number 38, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 17 May 1894 — Don't Judge Men by Their Looks. [ARTICLE]

Don't Judge Men by Their Looks.

Down in the second row of seats in the house sits a short man with a patriarchal beard and a most beneficient smile, who spends most of his time in writing letters. In appearance he is the most harmless and peaceful of men, and it is almost impossible to realize what his past career has been. This innocent looking and insignificant appearing individual is none other than General Joseph Wheeler, the most daring cavalry rider that sat upon the saddle during the civil war. At the head of a troop of Confederate cavalry his name inspired fear and trembling in the whole Union array. He was noted for boldness and recklessness.