The Washington times., 1894-08-31
In THE MONUMENTS SHADOW.

Mrs. Carlisle Visits the Camp-Shaw Me.
mortal Services-In the Hospital Tent.
Quiet prevailed in Camp George Washington
yesterday and last night. A few of tho knights
were Spectators at the competitive drills, but
the majority strolled along the streets, or gath
cred in little groups on the corners, and engaged
in friendly conversations.
Only small percentage of the visitors re-
meined in camp, and most OF them were collect
ing their personal belonging preparatory TO
starting on the homeward journey. Some have
already taken their departure, and others will
go Today. II Is expected that the camp will be
struck some time Saturday, probably about
noon, but the order to that effect has not yet
been issued
Mrs. Carlisle, wife of the Secretary Of the
Treasury, was a visitor TO camp in the after
noon. She went TO headquarters and was
escorted by Major Disco and Mr.. c. b. Lockwood
At the keutuckians headquarters she was re-
ceiVed by Capt Peek, OF the Coyington divi-
sion. The Knights paid her their compliments,
the punch bowl was brought into play, and the
distinguished LADY spent an enjoyable after
noon on Breckenridge avenue as tho Ken
lucky street has been called.
Memorial services in honor of the supreme
chancellor, George B. Shaw, were held in Gen.
Carnahan's tent at 10 o'clock yesterday morn
ing. number of officers and members of sew
eral State brigades were present, and the Wis
consin delegation attended in a body. Brig
zen. Ealcey, OF Wisconsin, delivered brief
eulogy OF the life and character of Mr. Shaw, and
the Monroe Band, Of Detroit, rendered several
appropriate selections
The hospital tent was scene of unusual ac-
tivity. Col j. NJ Wampler, assistant surgeon
general is in charge of the hospital, with the
following corps OF assistants Coils :. T. carp, s
w. Tanning, 5. Ii. Collins, i. A. Chenolwoerth,
z, i. Cole, Jacob Coble, T. T. Himer, and [. G.
Lipes Most Of the cases have been of slight
consequence. The sickness is generally caused
by the change of water and irregularity OF eat
ing. Col Mampler said yesterday that the sani-
tary arrangements compare fayoraby with
other camps and no serious cases have occurred
There was plenty Of music in camp and sew
eral bands made tour of the encampment ser
enading tho commanding officer anu staff Of
each brigade Brig Gems Ross. OF Indiana:
Lyon, of Kansas; Vansant, of Texas; Barklsy, of
Illinois, Bently, OF Pennsylvania; Luton, Of New
York, and Col Harmon, of the Coast Brigade, in
a few appropriate remarks expressed their APP
probation Of the honor paid them.
Gen Carnahan personally complimented
Sergt. Slater upon the efficiency of the police,
who, under his direction, kept the roadways
clear prior and during the formation of Tues
days parade.
Col. j. c. McKibben, Of Marshall Hall and
Monnt NernOn has invited Gen Carnahan, his
staff, and members of the citizens committee TO
visit Mount Vernon on the Manchester The in
vit6tion has been accepted and the boat will
start At o'clock, Saturday afternoon. Col Nc
kibbin has issued 200 invitations, and the trip
will be an exceedingly pleasant one as the col
onel is royal host, and will do all in his power
10 promote the comfort and enjoyment of his
guests.