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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1881
Page
4
Thousands gather at the beautiful lake shore near the old home to bid farewell to a great figure. The patient sufferer rests at last as the world stands at the grave of its greatest.
A Cleveland crowd of about a half million joined a world wide sorrow as President Garfield lay in state and was buried. Clergy praised his life and endured illness with patience while urging national unity and Christian charity. The report notes the solemn, communal mourning and heavy hearts across the nation.
Citizens suspended business and paid mourning tribute in a county town on Monday. A church service featured portraits draped in mourning, a band, and fraternal procession. Rev. H. T. Buff praised Garfield as model American, statesman, and Christian in a solemn address.
The government announces that the new laws are now in force by a proclamation from the Governor. It marks the start of enforcement across the state and outlines the scope of the legal changes.
A plaster cast of the President's face was taken prior to the removal of the body from Long Branch, capturing a likeness amid the posthumous handling of the scene.
Citizens mourn the fallen leader, reflecting deep respect and love for the late Chief Magistrate as the nation lays him to rest. Mass gatherings and solemn ceremonies mark the tribute to the President.
The recently deceased President was worn with a long illness. His features altered beyond recognition to those who had known him in robust health.
The first act of President Arthur was a proclamation declaring Monday last as a day of prayer and humiliation on account of the death of the President.
President Arthur was reobligated and inducted into his high office at the city of Washington Wednesday by Chief Justice Waite. The new President after taking the oath delivered a brief but admirable address.
The article notes unprecedented worldwide mourning for President Garfield. Bells toll, buildings draped, and major papers like the London Times ran extensive obituaries. Europe and major powers express deep sympathy, praising his greatness and moral stature.
A sermon argues God’s providence over nations, cites biblical texts, and reviews U S history from the Revolution to the Garfield era. It warns that assassination threatens government, recalls Valley Forge hardship, and urges piety, unity, and reliance on divine will for the republic.
A marriage unites Milton Ferguson and Lillie Baker at Geo. Bakers residence with many guests. Other items report visitors to Cincinnati for lectures, U S Survey altitude work near Pleasantville, a flag signal atop a tree, and local market prices. Singing teacher Will Sherwood closes a successful school and Profs J S Ogg and Albert Ogg teach nearby. Mrs Lizzie Edwards teaches schools near Linton and Haddon township. A second wedding unites Andrew J Gastineau and Rosa A Ballance at John Ballance's home with over 40 attendees. The O Haver family travels to Cincinnati for the exposition and John H Jackson trades in wheat and seeds from Washington.
The paper calls all citizens to study the Woman Suffrage Column and understand the issue. It urges weekly reading and warns that older youths influence younger ones toward trouble, suggesting decisive action. It also notes Wilkey Bros stocking sugar and observes sugar prices rising, with a cautious hint to readers.
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