Litchfield enquirer., 1879-09-11
To All Old Soldiers.
INFORMATION CONCERNING THE BATTLE-FLAG
 PARADE. F t-. 'o

Every one of the regiments or other organi- zations which took part in the war of the Union-same thirty three or more in number has decided to take part in the grand parade of September 17th, when the old battle-fags will be transferred to the new state capitol. It is now certain that every such organization will be present, including the three months men) the cavalry light and heavy artillery) three years infantry, nine months men, and navy. There will also be large representa- tion of the old soldiers and sailors of other states. So many inquiries are daily being re- celyed that the following information is made public with the hope that it may be copied into every paper in the state, and reach the attention of every soldier and sailor:-
 1. It is expected that trains from all parts of the state will reach Hartford before 1o:30 O clock, on the 17th. Railroads connecting with the roads running to this city will make special arrangements tor the day, which will be duly announced. HALF FARE TICKETS WILL BE SOLD ON ALL ROADS, god for the 17th only. The tickets will be for old soldiers and oH oth- CTS coming to Hartford on that day.
 | 2. Soldiers arriving will report at once to their headquarters in tents on the park near the depot, and will there hold their business meetings, and make necessary arrangements for the parade. EGch regiment esiW select cts 0aoss conanaGudang 0Dicers. Every soldier is re- commended to bring lunch with him to eat before the parade, as the collation. will not be served until after the parade, which may be as fate as 2s30 p. m. 7.stg.a# e5-g . clock as possible. Each regiment will be form ed in platoons, each platoon to have front of twelve men. The arrangement of men in platoons should be made immediately after the regimental meetings, so that there may be no delay in starting. Color-bearers will be in the front platoon.
 4. Uniforms. While it will not be possible arrange for any regularity of uniform, it is suggested that the men come, so far as possi- ble in blue or dark suits, and with black felt hats But no soldier need stay away on ac- count of lack of uniform. Officers are at lib- erty to wear their side arms. but it will not be expected except of the officers of the general staff.
 5. Music. It is hoped that all musicians who still have their instruments, (drums and fifes) will report with them. They will be- so far as possible, consolidated and placed at the head of the line, or at suitable divisions in the line to furnish music for all. Where the old soldiers of any town propose coming together with band, it is suggested that they send word in advance so that the bands may be properly utilized
 s. The colors will be delivered to the desig- mated color-bearers at the arsenal. The colors will be examined, and those which can be un- furled without detriment will be carried un- fufled if the day is suitable. Those which are too badly damaged must not be unfurl- ed.
 I. It is recommended that the veterans of every town form local organizations as soon as possible and ascertain how many men will re- port for duty on the 17th. This is the only way in which the citizens of Hartfort can form any estimate of the amount of provisions that will be necessary.
 8. If there are any other matters other than these, upon which information is needed, let ters may be addressed to J. c. Kinney, Hart ford