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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1896
Page
2
The funeral for Russell continued as troops from First Regiment and Fifth Regiment joined, with Captain Lombard and Captain Mason leading detachments. The hearse moved through City Hall where patrolmen formed a flank guard, and the catafalque in the rotunda received the body while thousands showed respect by saluting or bowing.
Crowds gathered outside Cambridge City Hall as the body of the late Massachusetts governor lay in state. About 25 000 passed by the casket in three hours, with thousands more unable to view. Infantry cadets and the Independent Corps of Cadets helped manage the orderly procession.
Mrs M E Prentice of No 38 Cedar Street Somerville shares her long standing back pain relief from Doan's Kidney Pills bought at Knight's Anetheree No 99 Court Street Boston. She reports immediate relief and urges others to try the remedy, noting the widespread Boston area use.
A Boston crowd estimated at 30000 filled Shepard Memorial Church for Governor ex-Governor's funeral. President Cleveland attended with Wolcott Fuller Dalton, as Dr Alexander McKenzie delivered a sermon praising public service, integrity, and fidelity. The procession moved to Mt Auburn for interment with family and 500 friends attending.
A crowded silent procession in Cambridge moves the casket to Shepard Memorial Church after a solemn service at City Hall. Officers form a barrier, bayonets gleam, and militia cordon the lawn as the Washington Elm grounds witness a dignified farewell to a statesman and heir to Washington’s legacy.
Florist Thomas F. Galvin arranged massed floral tributes at the church for the governor’s funeral. Roses, clusters, and greenery from many social ranks reflected public affection, with pieces loaded for the cemetery and gifts sent to Cambridge City Hospital and almshouse to brighten the sick and needy.
The American Winger Company lists locations at 13 and 15 Broadway Extension and 29 and 31 Cornhill Boston selling wringers and Bissell carpet sweepers. Repairs called for and delivered without extra charge. inquiries via Tremont 764.
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