09 Aug 1885
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Newspaper
Springfield Globe Republic
Location
Springfield, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1885
Page
1
A chaotic notice outlines a major promotional drive with discounts on clothing and accessories. It mentions weekly happenings starting Monday, new stock lines like suspender drive and De Havillier wear, and a plan to clear inventory including coats, suits, hats, and linen items.
The text describes public memorials for General Grant in Knoxville and New York, including services at churches, a grand procession to a National Cemetery, and a lengthy public funeral ceremony. It notes the heat delays, the catafalque in Washington Square, and military honors with regiments, flags, and a Columbia of officials and veterans in attendance.
The piece recalls General Grant's connection to Springfield and his wartime exploits, praising his leadership and comparing him to Napoleon and Wellington. It describes a memorial visit, local reactions, and remarks by Col. White about the Vicksburg surrender, along with scattered notes on public events, conventions, and civic happenings in the city.
Fragmented items report visits and departures for Cleveland and New York with mentions of Mrs Hoffman and Miss McDonnell. Local entertainments, excursions, a wagon theft during memorial services, and scattered political commentary fill a busy page of social and civic snippets.
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