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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1921
Page
9
In a solemn Memorial Day address, the speaker honors fallen soldiers and their sacrifices that saved the Union and spread liberty. He urges national unity, disciplined peace, and renewed resolve to meet global responsibilities while preserving American ideals.
Multiple notices announce deaths and forthcoming funerals. Adolphus Bogardus Bennett aged 71 dies May 30 at 1204 Monroe NW. Charles H. Blue aged 71 dies May 30 with funeral at Sergean'a parlors June 1. Cannon and Mary Po nt. Lucall N McCormick wife of Clarence J McCormick, funeral Lovettsville VA June 1. Nicholas Miles dies May 29 near. funeral June 1 at 2 pm from home, Glenwood cemetery. John A Oconnell dies May 30 at 530 pm 142 North Carolina Ave SE. Blumenkranz Sergt funeral Arlington June 1 at 11 am. Horace Porter past president general NSDAR dies May 28 1921 in New York. funeral at Fifth Avenue Presbyterian June 3 at 10 am. Registrar notes from NSLSA.
A May 30 message from President Harding read at the Franklin county World War I memorial unveiling honors 82 soldiers and 6 nurses who died in the conflict. Former Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels added a brief message praising the sacrifice and dedication of the nation.
A memorial purchased by subscription is erected at the courthouse and dedicated under the direction of the American Legion. The piece honors youths who died not just for the United States but in a war to save the world from autocracy and slaughter.
Beaufort May 30 Secretary Denby declares on Memorial Day that the bitterness from the Civil War is over and only splendid memories remain. He praises courage generosity and conviction of right shown by leaders and soldiers of both sides and emphasizes pride in Lee Jackson Pickett and other American figures.
Gen Pershing decorates graves of his father mother and brother at Oakwoods cemetery in civilian dress. He is joined by his brother and a relative before traveling to Princeton for other family graves. Veterans hold ceremonies, parades, and naval honors across Chicago with Gov Smart in attendance.
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