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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 24, 1881

Page

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Remains of Garfield Laid In Capitol Rotunda

Washington reports describe the silent procession of President Garfield's mourners through the capitol rotunda as crowds gather for the funeral services. Guards and officials limit access, while a royal tribute and floral arrangements mark the somber scene.

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Our Martyr President Gates Ajar Pageant Display

A pageant item describing misplacement next to The Gates Ajar drawing admiration yesterday. Knights of Malta donated a Maltese cross and the Union Veteran corps, of which General Garfield was a member, contributed a white pillow tower bearing violet inscription.

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Funeral ceremonies for President Garfield in Washington and beyond

A detailed account of the Garfield funeral events and arrangements in Washington, with seating plans, processions, and tributes. Descriptions include catafalque setup, seating for Cabinet and officials, arrival of Knights Templar Beausant, and the escort to the depot. Reports from Cleveland and Baltimore outline preparations, decorations, and international sympathy messages.

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Extra Session Called As Senate Likely To Convene

Washington September 23 report from the state department notes President Arthur proclaims the Senate should convene at an early date. The message stresses the need to receive communications from the executive and to transact business at the Capitol on October 10 noon.

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Down in Dixie and Other Regional Tidings

Weather and agricultural notes from Alabama and surrounding states cite crop prospects in South Carolina and Florida, with discussions of harvests, drought effects in Richmond and Tampa areas, and fruiting trees. Obituary notes mention the widow Mrs AP Wayes of Selma, Alabama. The Alabama synod plans a meeting in Entaw before October's third Monday.

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Report on Western and Atlantic lease findings before Georgia General Assembly

A joint senate and house committee reports no violation of the 60 mile act in the Western and Atlantic lease and questions the ownership of most stock by Georgians. The governor is asked to direct the attorney general to probe stock control and potential forfeiture, with bond examination and possible legal action if noncompliance occurs. Governor Brown testified on stock transfers and management disputes with Louisville and Nashville, noting original lessees still control policy and stock ownership by Georgians remains unclear.

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