The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-07-14
The Westminster Abbey Of The South.

The plan which Mr.. Charles Broadway
Rouss submitted to the Confederate VET
Grams for the perpetuation OF the memo
ries OF the Lost Cause ana OF Inc
heroes who persisted in its defence, mas
been received with such general favor
and has been so universally endorsed
that It has been found necessary 10 en-
large the scope and increase the proper
lions OF the proposed institution. In the
original plan submitted by Mr.. Rouss,
participation in this memorial WORK was
restricted TO the Confederate veterans,
and the estimate of expenditures was
based upon their numbers and AFFINITY 10
contribute. Many thousands VINO are hot
veterans. but who sympdthize strongly
in the proposed work, are opposed 10 the
restriction that debars them from par
tlefuation. Particularly is this the case
u,itb the widows and children OF Con-
Tolerate soldiers. These claim and VIII
he accorded the high and appreciated
rrivilege Of assisting ITO perpetuate the
memories OF the glorious struggle OF the
South for constitutional rights, TO pay
deserved tribute TO the heroic deeds OF
the dead. 10 furnish an inspiring object
lesson TO their descendants, and to leave
TO posterity enduring proofs OF the cour-
age. LOYALTY. and devotion to duty OF the
Confederate soldier"
THE noble women Of the South are ever
foremost in all causes that appeal TO our
higher sentiments and sense OF duty.
They have this memorial work much at
heart and will bring to its prosecution
all Of the intelligent agencies that are
promctive of success Alrcacy their low
ing hearts and busy brains are evolving
plans which, in the light Of their previous
achieve ments, will certainly bear fruitful
harvest. In whatever they may under
take in pursuance Of their purpose they
will find in Mr.. Rouss a slaunch and
sympathetic ally. He recognizes their
potent agency and appreciates 70 what
extent they can contribute TO the great
work that he has undertaken. AS tar IS
can be judged from present indications
the women Of the South viii act In con-
cert in this memorial matter
The question of the location OF the pro-
posed institution continues TO occupy the
attention OF those interested In its es-
adjustment The advocates OF different
sites are waxing warm in the prcsenta-
ton OF their respective claims.
While we have a strong preference Tor
New Orleans, based upoE her possessions
Of more than ordinary favorable advan-
tages and conditions we shall acquicsce
cheerfully in whatever decision the vet
Grams may reach. We believe that per-
sonal preference should be subortinated
TO determination 10 make this grand
and patriotic work success, be IL located
where it may. With view 10 harmonic
ing local jeal0usies and upon the principle
that a shrine should be erected where II
would attract the most worshippcrs and
that a Mecca should be in the most ac-
r.1u a H.
opinion Of many. New Orleans being
eliminated from consideration, that Wash
ingtOn city should be the site Of our tenn
pie. There 10 would be seen By reprcsen-
tatiyes Of all the nations Of the earth
While II conveyed 10 them, and through
them to the world. our reverence ana
regret for the Lost Cause, II would teach
at the same time a lesson OF incalculable
value. IL would be a proof OF the power,
greatness. and conf fence of the American
people. IL would show that however
great was once the antasonism between
the two sections OF the country. an antag-
onism which led TO the blOodiest strug-
gle that history records, the arbitrament
OF arms was accepted in good faith; that
we are now a united people dwelling In
amity and peace: that the common pur-
pose OF all IS to increase the prestige
progress, and power of the country. and
that we all unite In honoring those. r.
respective OF section, who sacrificed their
lives in defence OF the faith that they
conscientiousIy held
A Confederate Memorial institution
at Washington would be a most impress
sive object-esson to other nations and
would exercise a wider influence in shap-
ing our future diplomatic controversies
and relations than the most skilful policy
that our State department could pursue.--
New Orleans Sunday States.