Gettysburg Battle Recall Portrays Civil War Turning Point
Edward B. Clark reviews Gettysburg as a pivotal Civil War clash. He notes nearly even forces, heavy losses, and heroic charges including Pickett’s assault, with Meade’s timely defense and Lee’s retreat toward Appomattox. The piece highlights national valor and the battle’s lasting legacy.
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H. W. Slocum
Gettysburg reunion tents shelter Blue and Gray veterans
Gettysburg hosts a semi centennial reunion with 50000 veterans in 5000 tents on the battlefield. Union and Confederate veterans mingle as guards, scouts, and Red Cross set care, while the old soldiers recall Pickett's Charge and the Civil War turning point.
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Eleven Boys Die As Merrimac River Runway Collapses
A wooden runway to a municipal bathhouse collapsed under about fifty children in Merrimac, Massachusetts. Eleven boys aged 8 to 12 died with more feared dead as divers searched the riverbed and shore crowds after the tragedy.
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Bryan Defends McReynolds in Caminetti Case
Secretary of State Bryan defends Attorney General McReynolds in the Caminetti-Diggs matter and assaults the New York World for demanding McReynolds resign. He speaks in his role as Editor of the Commoner and sparks local comment.
Senate probes wall street lobby in widening inquiry
Senate Lobby Investigating Committee plans a broad sweep to examine the lobby and its agents over the past decade. President Wilson discussed the matter with Senator Overman after Mulhall’s disclosures, and the panel will question all linked to the National Association of Manufacturers and related government officials.
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Postal savings bonds rise in latest issue
Washington Postmaster General Burleson signed and sent a check for 1,116,880 dollars to the Treasurer for postal savings bonds. Applications by depositories show a 41,800 dollar, 3.9 percent increase over the January 1 issue, marking a significant rise in demand.
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