General Grant Remains Laid to Rest in Mourning Observances
General Grant’s remains are received into earth amid dawn to sunset salutes across the city. Speeches by Hon James P. Newcomb honor his leadership from Shiloh to Appomattox and praise his magnanimity, unity, and postwar reconciliation.
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Funeral of General Blessed by Address and Fire Bell Knell
After Judge Newcomb finished his address the congregation dispersed as the body of the deceased General rested on the catafalque and the cortege began its march. Fire bells rang out their knell as members of the Post and Confederate Veterans filed away.
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Memorial sermon honors Sir Moses Montefiore
Rev Dr Leveht of Newark eulogizes Sir Moses Montefiore as a great light of Judaism and humanity. He notes his century long effort to aid co religionists, uplift humanity, and win interfaith respect. The piece ends with a reflection on editors defending worthy candidates.
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