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- 1861.28 + (<p>Members of the 2<sup>nd< … <p>Members of the 2<sup>nd</sup> New Jersey regiment formed the Excelsior club, evidently named for the Newark Excelsior [confirm existence?] in late November 1861. A report of an intramural game between Golder’s side and Collins’ side appeared in a Newark paper. The game, won 33-20 by the Golder contingent, lasted 6 innings and took four hours to play. The correspondent concludes: “The day passed off pleasantly all around, and I think every one of us enjoyed ourselves duely [sic?]. We all hope to be at home one year hence to dine with those who love us. God grant it!”</p></br><p>One may infer that the 2<sup>nd</sup> NJ remained at winter quarters in Alexandria VA at this time, providing protection to Washington. Facsimile submitted by John Zinn, 3/10/09. Source: <em>Newark</em><em> Daily Advertiser,</em> 12/4/1861.</p>e: <em>Newark</em><em> Daily Advertiser,</em> 12/4/1861.</p>)