The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1897-04-28


these regulars there, were the citizen
| soidiery and the naval military. There
were no invidious distinctions. New
NoIk's famous Seventh was no ms-e
heartily cheered than was sfary,and's
superb Fifth; while the solid ranks of
Pennsylvania's sons. led by their gov
ernor. mad the same braves showsred
upon them thar greeted the guardsmen
from New Jersey, Ohio and Massa-
ciiusetts.
Eeaity. too. were the piaudits accord
ed the sons OF Confederate veterans
the youths whose sires took the horses
home with them" al the mandate OF the
s:cat general in whose honor the march
vas made.
But THE OLD VETERANS.
But enthusiasm reached its climax
when the division led by Major General
o. Q. Howard marched into view. The
old veterans were given the greatest
honor Of all the marcheTs. AS relief
from the constant blue came the indie
pendent companies, the grey-clad ca
diets. the insignia-covered benevolent.
religious and temperance orders.
1t would be impossible in any country
ether than the United States TO dupii-
cate procession which would call up
SO many memories of war and peace, OF
days of gloom and days of sunshine.
And al along the line-in regimental
colors-gleamed Old Glory, while from
thousands of threats Of brass rang out
the strains Of music martial and remin-
iscent, inspiring and harmonious.
Promptly at 1910 tine head Of the pa
rade appeared in sight few blocks be-
low the reviewing stand, and was healed
10 allow the presidential party 10 finish
luncheon.
1t was 1 o'clock before II gotinto mo-
ton again, when the president, escorted
by Mayor Strong, went 10 the reviewing
stand and the men-of-war began firing
the salute.
With General Dodge and his staff,
rode Chief Joseph, the Nez Perces In
dian. and Buffalo Bill.
The West oPint cadets marched next.
with their usual precision and were
loudly applauded. as were the battalion
of United States engineers. Ninth reg
iment United States Infantry and bat
talon OF United States artillery. These
were succeeded by the First Squadron,
Sixth United States cavalry, and a troop
from the military academy. The force
Of the United States navy which followed
under command of Captain James H.
Sands presented fine appearance.
The First battalion of United States
marines, under Major Williams. and the
Second battalion OF United States sea-
men, commanded by Captain Wallace.
shared with the Third, Fifth. Sixth and
Seventh battalions. United States navy.
the applause occasioned by their excel
lent appearance.
The Second division of the military
land division was headed by the National
guard of the state of New York.
DUST STORM RISES.
At 2:30 .. M. heavy clouds appeared
over the Palisades, and the unceasing
wind blew great clouds of dust into the
eyes and nostrils Of the national guard
and the spectators on the stands on the
left of the roadway.
President Mckinley and other dis
tinguished gentlemen reviewing the par
ade had frequently TO turn their backs
to the soldiers 10 avoid being blinded
by the dust.
STATE TROOPS PASS.
The Pennsylvania troops. headed by
the Third division, were greeted with
hearty applause as they rounded the
turn and began the ascent TO the re-
viewing stand. Governor Hastings was
at the head Of the Quaker troops, with
Commander Thomas J. Stewart. Gov
ernor Hastings was not in uniform, but
wore frock coat and a high hat. The
occupants Of the stand rose en- masse to
greet the popular governor.
New Jerseys soldiers followed the
Pennsylvanians. They were headed by
Governor Griggs and General William
/. Striker, Of the governors staff.
During the intermission between the
Pennsylvanians and the Jersey men. the
immense crowd in the municipal stand
the reviewing sang national
hymns.
Following the Jerseyites came the
troops from Connecticut Ahead OF
them. in carriage. rode Governor
Lorin A. Cooke.
Next came the Massachusetts militia.
headed oy Governor Roger Wolcott and
staff. Most notable OF all was the
ancient and Horoable Artillery company
of Boston, commanded by Colonel Henry
Walker.
Maryland's famous regiment, the
Fifth. of Baltimore. came in the wake
Of the Massachusetts, forces. Their
hand played MY Maryland" and the
crowd cheered to the echo.
The militiamen from New Hampshire
wore continental uniforms and marched
with precision. 10 the accompaniment
Of a quekstep by the band
Following came the Virginia soldiery.
General Charles ]. Anderson, command
ing. Two companies OF colored troops
made, a good appearance in the Virginia
lnes
GRANT PARTY DEPARTS.
The Grant party left the stand soon
after the Virginia soldiers had passed.
They were driven away n four car
riages-
Governor Lippitt OF Rhode Island. fol-
lowed with his staff
Governor Josiah Grout led the Yer
mon. soldiers
Governor Bushnell Of Ohio. ana staff.
were next in line. followed by the OHIO
militia. The Ohio troops saluted the
president. who smiled ami lifted his hat (
Governor John r. Tanner OF Illinois.
who. with his staff, all mounted on
black horses. alone represente5 Illinois. /
was kept busy dofing MS six hat 20 /
the crowd.
The District OF Columbia sent z fne 1
ooking lot OF young nien In zou2ve and 4
,adst uniforms % represent the military 1
ooz-rs of ,ha nz-fo-si causrsi