The National tribune., 1892-09-29

make an official visit to Tho home of Mrs. Wtien-
myer In ORDER 10 consu'twiti her in regard 10 the
interests OF the home. her work In Washington on
the pension bill, and certain important arrange
ments for the 10Th National Convention. Though
my visit was brief. was royalty entertained at
Zephyr Lee Place, the home of Annie Witten-
myer.
MEMORIAL DAY.
The Memorial orders that have been issued by
Department Presidents the present year are beau
tiful beyond expression. Though the sentiment
has been the same, the tender words that have
been woven into sentences of gentle command
have been as varied as the authors. As whole.
they combine the purest and most pathetic thoughts
OF our leaders and form grand lesson that
might appropriately be bound in gilt and placed
in the libraries OF our homes Each year CRATE
full Nation bows in moro holy reverence on our
Memorial Day. Time has softened the hearts
where dwelt acute revenge. and brothers OF one
National Home join the hand Of friendship under
the same OLD flag. In place OF few bouquets
placed here and there by loving hands OF those
who were indeed bereft, we now find the brightest
sprlgs OF evergreen and sweetest flowers that
bloom in May scattered profusely over the graves
OF our heroes North and South. OF all the forms
and ceremonies connected with the holidays OF
our Nation, there are none that demand and re-
celve such recognition as that which pathetlcaiIy
and modestly attracts the hearts of our great peo-
pie on the SOL day of May.
Although for many years their silence has spoken
volumes in unenumerated broken households all
over our land 1t is not for those who are happy IN
eternity we chant the solemn dirge; yet we some
times think their patriotic spirits linger as we
minister at the bedsdes of their loved ones left
behind or cover their graves with flowers Ivy the
sad sweet ceremonies of this day, nationally rec
oenized we teach the rising generation the lesson
OF forgiveness in keeping with the Golden Rule
Not in triumphant exultant speech or song such
as boasts OF victory over foreign enemy. Dnt
with reverential dignity becoming the acknowl-
edged ascendeney of right we teach the lessons OF
love and patriotism that shall grow TO bless our
Nation and mankind.
CONCLUSION.
Although the year of my Administration has
been long and unusually full of complications IL
has recorded many happy hours that will appear
will cluster the many kind thoughts and acts OF
those with whom j have been associated. Inc
bright and dark phases of the year have united, !
trust, to make me stronger for the future While
strive to forget the sadness shall endery cherish
the courteous treatment have received from each
and every member of the Order. The fact that our
women have been kind even when sentence seemed
to them unjust but proves their superior strength
10 meet disappointment and adversely ana Sill
maintain their allegiance to the Order. A more
faithful. kind, and obliging staff of officers ana
committees never served Administration than
mine. From the beginning TO the end all have
been true
Committee who have assisted in securing the pass
age of the general Army Nurse bill are amply re-
paid for the labors. which have at last been
crowned with success and are now, at least en-
titled to rising vote of thanks of this Convention.
The Home Board have zenlously watched and
guarded the interests OF the HOme-been true to
their trust and ever faithful
Important matters referred TO the National Conn-
ell have received careful consideration and
speedy response.
Lena Robb National Institu,ing and Installing
Officer, has watched the extension OF the Order
among detached Corps, kindly instructed. and
gently guided them to success. Her report Is
worthy of your attention.
Emma Stark Hampton, my most able and eff
cent counselor, has been TO me guiding star over
and exact opinions | have been enabled to meet
the numerous demands upon me for legal advice
Emily j. Butterfeld, National Inspector has de-
voted the most of her time to the duties OF her
office and the advancement Of It's interests and has
proven herself most faithful and able officer.
Clara Barton, our National Chaplain, has pre-
sented report OF her werk, which speaks for 1T
self. II should be carefully read by every member
OF the Order 10 gain knowledge OF its excellence
In all business transactions with ArDilla A.
Cheney, our National Treasurer have found her
the genial and helpful friend. By the
associations of the past year again assured Of
her faithful service and excellent business quallii-
cations. which add much TO the success of the Ma
tional President and Secretary.
Ella Cobean, National Secretary has not only
proved herself capable and faithful officer, but
has been a valuable counselor at all times, and the
friendship of Is years has been more closely &C.
mented by our united efforts in behalf of our work
of charity.
National Senior Vice President Margaret r.
Wilkins and National Junior Yice-President Mary
Lyle Reynolds early in my Administration. ten
dered their loyal support and have been faithful
TO every charge.
Together, the officers of my Administration have
been strong support, and the pleasant associa-
tions OF the year will ever be remembered with
feelings Of respect and affection.
1'@ RECOMMENDATIONS.
!. That there be no changes made IN the Rules
and Regulations after the first edition of each
administration; that in this edition tie Rules and
Regulations, Red Book, and Ritual be made to
conform TO each other
2. That the National Pension Committee be dig
solved; that its unfinished business be transferred
to the National ". re. Home Board; that the
Home Board be empowered TO incur such expendi-
lures shall make the bill passed by Congress
operative at The earliest possible period; that
Annie Wiitenmyer, President of tho Board. in
recognition of her important services on behalf Of
Army Nurse legislation, and of her eminence
during and since the war In every line Of soldier
activities. he employed as the special agent of the
National Womans Relief Corps. to prosecute the
claims Of Army Nurses in Washington, with such
compensation rs the National Council shall decide
upon.
g. That tho salary of National Secretary be con-
tinued TO close of National Convention.
4. That complete roster of every National Adj
miuisrHtiou be recorded in the new Official Roster,
and that hereafter nil National Presidents be in
sructed 10 have the record complete at the close
Of their respective administrations, in order TO
avoid all possible errors.
8. That the incoming National President be in
sructed to make another call through General
Orders, for funds to- complete the purchase of
Andcrsouvillo rri4ou properly.
D. 1haf rec. 4, Art. l., Chap. ii. be amended by
inserting tbs following: That new Corps take
the first vacant number the Department roster"
T. That the word annually" he inserted in the
place OF "quarterly," in Sec. TO- Art. w. Chap. V.
g. That AL supplies not needed at National Head
quarters be filed with National Treasurer, 10 save
the expense of annual expres.age.
o. That the Department of Ohio be commanded
to refund TO the National Treasury tho full amount
of the cost of the Court OF Inquiry appointed by
the National President to try the Of Rooms
VS.. Clark, at Canton. o.
10. That all reports pertaining 10 the National
W.R.C Home be not only published In the Journal,
but separately, In pamphlet form, in sufficient
quantity TO supply the demand for the same
II. That the expenses of Pluna J.. Cowlcg, Sec
retary OF the National W.RC. Home Board TO the
National Conventions Of 1891 and 1892, be paid
from the National Treasury.
II. Tha. the National Woman's Relief Corps be
properly represented at the Worlds Fair in 1888;
that Departments be requested To make separate
exhibits but unite IN National representation.
Is. That this Convention appoint Superiuten-
dent, who shall under The direction OF the National
Presideut bave fun charge OF The exhibit during
such assistance may be needed 10 carry out the
work. the expense of which shall be borne by the
National W.R.C.
Il. That the Superintendent be paid salary OF
not less than $50 Ier month, from Jan. 1898, until
Dec. J. 1893, and that AL necessary expenses in
Cured by her in the discharge OF her duties be
borne by the National organization.
10. That each Department be requested by this
Convention 10 donate $50 toward the expense of q
National exhibit.
l6 That all available space be procured in the
Woman's Building and constituted Headquarters
OF the W.R.C, which shall be welcome retreat
for the weary and projection iii case Of sick
need until better cared for; that all necessary
oonveniences be ttGclied: that each Department
be requested to donate decorations for the same to
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