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Newspaper
Indiana Progress
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1917
Page
6
A memorial day meditation contrasts town observances with country processions, urging reverent remembrance of fallen soldiers. It cites General John A. Logan on the cost of a free republic and warns against vandalism or neglect erasing the nation’s memory.
A historical note discusses Civil War enlistment ages, showing most soldiers were under 25 and many under 18. It cites official figures read by Joseph G. Cannon, detailing counts by age and concluding the war was fought largely by boys though many survived to tell the tale.
An elderly widow recalls her son fallen in war as Memorial Day rituals unfold. The poem-like prose contrasts fleeting warlike triumphs with enduring sentiment, while neighbors honor the dead beneath a calm, ceremonial procession. The reflection preserves Opie Read’s voice amid memories of sacrifice and national immortality.
A cousin recalls General Grant writing warmly about family and children, avoiding war details. He spoke of a "big contract" to annihilate Lee's army and showed quiet seriousness about campaigns, yet remained civil, approachable, and fond of social interactions with friends in St. Louis.
Denis A. McCarthy hails veterans in a tribute poem that portrays annual marches, fading colors, and the enduring sacrifice of those who saved the nation. The verse laments aging soldiers, dwindling numbers, and a shared sorrow as time erodes the once vibrant scene.
A secret service inquiry centers on a telegram found with cryptic lines such as A basket of peaches and Raspberry jam. A young woman denies indecency and is questioned after a dramatic reveal about coded phrases linked to a bomb plot, with the chief seeking interpretation from her.
The Battleflags revival highlights renewed ties between North and South as the 76th Ohio Volunteer Infantry reunion in Newark includes presenting captured flags to the regiment. Authors note shifting opinions since Cleveland’s presidency and argue for ongoing fraternization to erase inter sectional bitterness and end relics of Civil War victory symbolism.
An English observer describes Memorial Day events in Chicago praising the tribute to fallen soldiers and the nation’s crisis, noting the healing of the breach and the concept of immortality for America. The piece mentions a symbolic act costing six dollars per rose bud wrapped on a grave.
A reflective note from Dr. David Grogs recalling how a nation honors those who fought for freedom. The piece speaks to heritage and patriotism, urging reverence for veterans and the sacrifices made in past battles.
Fragmented verse evokes Civil War imagery praising courage and freedom. It references fields of battle, drums, bugles, and flags while recalling names and friendships among soldiers. The text blends ornate lament with lines about banners, rifles, and national memory.
An article reflects on Walt Whitman’s legacy tied to Memorial Day and his birthday on May 30. It notes growing commemorations in New York and other places, with enthusiasts seeking out those who truly understand the poet and the era. The piece recalls Whitman’s empathy for soldiers and his influence on culture across decades.
Fragmentary text recalls Memorial Day sentiments and historic references, noting warnings about national unity, duty, and remembrance. It mentions a family dispute, a Will in West Virginia, and dramatic imagery of a perilous descent, with scattered names and phrases that evoke a past era’s voice.
The fragment refers to mothers of soldiers and the fallen in battle, a somber ode to loss and defiance. It evokes battlefield civic memory with references to mothers, soldiers, bugles, and mourning, though the text is highly garbled and lacks clear reporting details.
Poem recalling Fanny Crosby verses and patriotic memory of veterans. Recounts courage during storms, praise for the land, flag, and hills. Ends with tribute to those who rest and died to save their country.
An article notes a commemorative moment on Memorial Day urging youth to remember those who sacrificed their lives for country. It emphasizes honoring the dead and preserving liberty, highlighting the nation’s values and the duty to teach younger generations about sacrifice and patriotism.
Fragmentary historical notice urges honoring fallen soldiers by placing honors on graves and sustaining knightly spirit. The text references battles, sacred duty, and public tribute within a martial or commemorative frame honoring General Joe Wheeler and the ideals of bravery.
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