Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-07-04

ing the original words, which are thoss Of
God Save the Queen" The little girl
had only recently been imported and
was evidently unaware Of the fact that the tune
Of England's national anthem had been appro-
priated and put into active and anti British
service on this side OF the Atlantic.
NH. JOHN eooDEs GRAFTON.
Ex-Solicitor General John Goode Of Virginia
was the next and last speaker. He captured
his hearers at the outset by saving that
when the two great political parties representing
different theories OF government, were prepar-
ing to enter upon great contest. il
was fitting that their followers sinking
party in patriotism and laying aside
all differences-should meet to cell
citrate the American day of days The occa-
sion and its historic surroundings were touched
upon, Virginia was declared to be the
queen mother of states and statesmen and
then Mr.. Goode talked Of the Declaration Of In
the nation should ever hold in grateful and af-
fectionate remembrance the sires who followed
the flag Of the Union for seven years
as 1t was unfurled on many O
hard-fought battle field from Lexington to
Yorktown. These sacred. hallowed precious
memories must not should not, be allowed to
perish. The progress of the American peo-
Pile was sketched in graphic outline
and vast expansion of the national
territory was prophesied; the flag Of the
country would soon be made more Respondent
than ever by the addition of many brilliant
stars.
The national safety, said Judge Goode. de-
pended upon the individual character of those
who comprised the people. 1t would
be happy day when none but
men of honor should sill the places
of public trust; men who would feel a stain az
they would a wound: who would avoid dis
honor as they would death itself.
Then the judge euiogized the women Of the
revolutionary times-the wives and mothers
and sweethearts. He was delighted to know
that the two organizations known
as the Sons of the American Revo-
were to be united. But one thing could add to
their potency and that would be d partnership
arrangement with the Daughters of the Revolu-
ton.
Judge Goodies remarks were heartily and
frequently applauded. At their conclusion the
band played tri-colored selection and .he
majo portion Of the crowd formed itself into
column of twos under the direction
of Marshal Wilkinson and tramped away to the
sprightly music of 'MHryland, Ny Maryland"
There were many ladies in the procession, but
the band had no thought for them-they had to
march right up to time or fall out.
STARS AND STRIPES.
singular phenomenon attracted much at
tention and was referred to by both orators.
Just as the reading OF the Declaration COM
menced a circular rainbow surrounded the
top of the monument. 1t was brilliant and
constant. remaining in the same place for more
than half an hour.
Secretary Rusk and Private Secretary Casson
were in the crowd. The Secretary was very
proud Of the weather which was current here
today.
President Harrison approved Of several things
said by the orators.
Sergt Montgomery and his force of police
men had nothing to do. Even the special Off
Ger ut the monument was forced to be idle.
No speakers ever had a more highly intelli-
gent audience. Lots of the best people in town
used the monument as q sunshade this morn
ing.