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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1896
Page
2
A fragmented reminiscence blends dialect narration and moral lessons about honoring the dead. It cites a Miss Nollie and Massa John, reflecting on loyalty and pay for honoring the departed, interwoven with odd product notes and household tips from various voices.
In a Charleston area reminiscence, old Tilda recalls a Civil War era Decoration Day ritual. A mistress tends a soldier grave for fifteen years, seeks his kin, and preserves memory with prayers and family Bible findings revealing a hidden wife and child.
The piece calls for harmony between Memorial and Independence Days with solemn services, thanksgiving, and music. It urges believers to merge reverence with joyous celebration, honoring forefathers and those who saved the nation, while stressing patriotism and the enduring fire of liberty.
The poem honors fallen Union soldiers Le Renee Miles and Anthelia, praising their sacrifices for liberty. It calls for May flowers and the flag to honor their graves, urging renewed faith and pledge to flag and country, with citizens and heirs remembering and defending liberty.
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