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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1887
Page
4
The Wilson Mirror notes its weekly publication schedule with Henry Blount as editor and George W. Blount as proprietor marking the newspaper in its standard local-press style.
A Macon crowd witnessed 32000 Confederate veterans in a ceremonial review with tattered flags. Jefferson Davis received a rousing salute, described as the highest expression of Christian manhood and statesmanship, amid reflection on past trials and enduring devotion.
The article urges universal thanksgiving proclaimed by the President and state governors on the twenty fourth of November. It stresses gratitude for material blessings and the gift of the Son of righteousness, calling on worshipers to praise God daily and support orphans in Oxford, Thomasville, and Charlotte.
In Richmond last week the cornerstone for a monument to Lee was laid in grand ceremonies before thousands of veterans. Despite rain and dark skies the crowd showed strong patriotic fervor as fires lit the scene and crowds recalled past battles under the general’s leadership.
An ornate reminiscence describes a splendid occasion lit by fervent memories and radiant gleamings, as an old ocean could have quenched the ardor that once burned brightly. The passage evokes a warm, glowing atmosphere and lasting splendor.
The Wilmington Star editor lavishes praise on Lee as chivalrous noble generous and beloved by soldiers. He notes Lee's courage kindness and love of truth and duty while correcting that he lacked iron resolve for ultimate leadership in crisis. Virginia honors its greatest soldier with a monument as North and South unite in respect.
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