Evening star., 1902-09-15

luton Gormild) from Henry X. Wampole
&; Co. Of Philadelphia.
Major Sylvester has forwarded to the
District Commissioners the names of the
committee on public order of the G. A. R.
encampment, and has recommended that
they be appointed additional prvates of the
police force from October 5 to j. inclusive.
The Commissioners have approved.
Shields Division.
Chairman William S. Odell of the reunion
committee on Shields Division has issued
the following call to his comrades of that
notable command:
1t is not unreasonable to suppose that
the national encampment, G. A. R., win
never again assemble in this city; there
1ore' We, the resident survivors Of Shields
famous old division desiring to see once
more as many Of our comrades as possible,
have decided to make every necessary prep
aration for most enjoyable reunion at
this time.
We have secured q tent in Camp Roose-
Velt for Headquarters, and a tent (Thomas
tent )for a place of meeting, which will
occur on Thursday, October 9, at 10 o'clock
a. M, and We will have all privileges en-
Joyed by corps organizations
Since our reunion in this city ten years
ago our ranks have been sadly invaded by
death, SO that very few are now living
VINO acted a prominent part in that great
conf1ict-the civil war; but we will have
some good speakers to address us, and we
assure a good time for every one who may
be present.
During the war of the Rebellion as one
comrade fell after another, We closed up
ranks and maintained the touch of elbow,
SO now let us close up our depleted ranks
ana allsn ourselves once more I'm the city
our Valor helped to save from destruction
or disgrace-the capital city Of the strong
est republic under the sun.
Comrade you are member Of this old
"a n,,1x, In q
war credited with having defeated Stone
wall jackson. and as such we bid you well
come, we want an opportunity to see you
at this reunion and request that you for
ward to the committee your acceptance of
TINS invitation to be present. All the resi-
ue.t , members constitute the reception COM
lnittee, ana you are requested to make
yourself known to any one of us, who will
be known by the small green ribbon badge
with Shields Division printed ON it in red
letters. Seek out our headquarters In Camp
17,Sos r.SoseFelt, south of the White House..
where you will find comrades to meet and
greet you and bid you welcome. and also
DOCKS IN which to register and where you
can rest and refresh yourself as you would
rebellion
Special Escort Duty.
"A boston post, which has given a con-
1ederate soldier burial with all the cere-
mony of the G. A. r. ritual. has been
ment OF Massachusetts, This is Post 113,
and in addition to extending this honor to
deceased opponent 1t chose Gen. Joe
Mheeler as the orator of the day at Its
Memorial day exercise Of two years ago.
1t Is now represented in Washington by
Mr.. Charles G. Davis. sergeant t-arms of
the state house In Boston who has come
to obtain band for his post. He and his
associates and the Woman's Relief Corps
OF the same city are to be quartered at the
Cochran.
report has been made to the 9th Corps
reunion committee that the District Com
missioners have placed a Greek cross in
the circle at the intersection of 7th street
and Louisiana avenue to mark the spot
Where two divisions met on their way to
Army Of the Potomac Drum Corps.
Former Policeman Daniel Williams Of this
city has organized an original Army Of the
Potomac Drum and Fife Corps, which Will
participate In the Grand Army encampment
ana parade. Meetings of the corps are. held
at Mr.. Williams residence, 2os 9th street