Eisenhower burial prep shows Army still in command
Abilene Kansas crowds prepare for Wednesday burial of Dwight D Eisenhower. Army units from Chicago and Ft Riley join locals in careful staging with an operations manual titled Oplan Kansas. Guards, police and technicians set up signals and security across town for the ceremony.
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Middle-Class Crowd Pays Tribute At Eisenhower's Lying In State
Washington AP reports a largely white, middle-class suburban crowd filled the grounds around the cathedral as Dwight D. Eisenhower lay in state at Washington National Cathedral. The restrained procession included many veterans and their spouses, with few younger people and few African Americans in attendance.
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Train Will Carry Eisenhower Body To Kansas
Washington AP reports Gen Dwight D Eisenhower's body will travel to Kansas in a 12 car train moving about 50 mph. The route and schedule are tentative, with the Military District of Washington in charge and plans showing stops from Washington to Cincinnati St Louis and Kansas City before Abilene. A crowd lines the route to view the casket, including the widow and notable figures who recall Eisenhower's presidency and public service.
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Davidson Offices To Close Monday Tribute To Eisenhower
Davidson County offices in Lexington and Thomasville will close Monday to honor former President Dwight D. Eisenhower who died Friday. The Davidson County Superior Court will delay civil term opening until Tuesday while sheriff offices remain open to handle emergencies.
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