30 May 1900
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Newspaper
Columbus Daily Herald
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1900
Page
1
A elegiac poem honors fallen Union soldiers from Gettysburg to Arlington. The verses evoke peace after war, praising Columbia, the flag, and the nation’s memory as soldiers sleep beneath lilies and roses, a wreath laid by loving hands, and the banner forever waving.
William Rosber Cobber reflects on Decoration Day as a living tribute to Civil War heroes and national unity. He argues the day transcends memory, fostering love of country and God, urging readiness to defend the Union and highlighting the healing power of time, kindness, and shared sacrifice.
An elderly woman in a well kept cemetery hosts a visitor at a graveside. A war era memory unfolds as the host reveals a soldier fiancé and a long cherished dream, then the stranger shocks her by mentioning another name, ending in the hostess breaking down beside the grave.
ERTIE keeps a letter from Orville Lanth noting a sword once belonging to Capt. John Parker of the 4th O. V. I. and a possible grave at Gordon's Ford. She plans to meet him at ten o clock on the 30th by the rock to locate the battlefield and honor her father’s memory as war wounds fade and reunite a nation.
Bert Parker, daughter of a Confederate captain, waits at the ford for Orville Lane, the enemy who sent the revealing letter. On meeting, Lane explains the buried site and cross carved in a pine. They place a wreath and sword on the grave, choosing friendship and unity over division as family mourns and love begins.
Mrs Fraser delays at home on Decoration Day as Della urges hurry to the cemetery. Becky Doolittle rushes in with news that Mrs Mason has married Albert Lamb, shocking local circles and stirring the monument fundraising dispute.
Mrs. Mason resigns and Mrs. Fraser is elected chair of the committee with Mrs. Talbot presenting a 500 check to complete the monument fund. The crowd cheers as the band plays marching songs and tears mark the moment of happiness for the speaker.
A brief notice notes a large national cemetery at Salisbury North Carolina home to about eleven thousand unknown dead. The site is described as being in splendid repair under ongoing care.
The article reflects on reconciliation between former foes after the Spain war and notes Decoration Day as a yearly chance to strengthen friendship begun in 1865. It praises the triumph of unity over past enmity as veterans and families honor the flag.
The passage notes a renewed U S patriotic fervor after the Spanish American War and asserts that no new songs rival the enduring impact of Marching Through Georgia. It recalls Civil War heroes marching into Georgia and earning lasting love from their countrymen as compensation for sacrifices.
The note speaks of old soldiers returning for Decora tion day and children attending for the first time. It urges making the day unforgettable for the child and a memory for those left behind. It emphasizes patriotism and appreciation for veterans as the last bugle call sounds.
A reflective note on enduring bonds between veterans. It speaks of a deep, shared history and the ease of conversation when old soldiers reunite, stressing the lifelong sympathy and memories that tie comrades beyond years and battles.
A compact verse and quip bundle contrasts scholarly talent with imperfect English spelling, plus a rural joke about sight and spectacles. It includes excerpts from the Washington Star, Chicago Times-Herald, and Tit-Bits, portraying light reading snippets and humor in old clipping style.
A montage of brief witticisms and social banter from newspapers. A mother ponders why a son-in-law objects to a daughter's presence, the daughter hints at love for herself, a man defends women’s aim at throwing straight, and a milliner bonnet prompts a dusty joke with a husband seeking his wallet.
A jumble of brief jokes and quips from Chicago Times-Herald Harlem Life Chicago Post N Y World Philadelphia North American and others. Snappy exchanges about love wealth gossip and marriage play out in a potpourri of-remarks and pithy one liners reflecting early 20th century newspaper humor.
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