The Minneapolis journal., 1902-08-23
THOUSANDS
At NEW ULM
Tragedy of Forty Years Ago
Recalled in Speech and
Song.
Three Ex-Governors Upon the
PlatfOrm-Parades and
Sham Battle.
Special to The Journal.

Special to The Journal.
New Ulm. Mimi, Aug. 23.-The city is
handsomely decorated in honor OF the
anniversary of the Sioux Massacre. Forty
year ago to-day all of New Ulm except
a few houses was destroyed by the In
dians.
Across Minnesota street a magnificent
arch has been erected bearing the inscrip~
tion- Honor to the Defenders" Build
ings and public places are gorgeouslY
decorated with national colors, and all
the Indian reminders. so long relegated to
the attic. have been brought out.
The large warehouse OF F. H. RetzlaH
has been transformed into a museum OF
relics. chief among them being the old
wagon in which Lutterloes drove on
that ill-fated ride from Leavenworth
when out Of sixteen men but six escaped
from the Indians. This building is head
quarters for the old settlers. who gather
there in large groups and describe the
conflict as they saw it.
Mayor Weschcke welcomed the great
gathering In words characteristic of the
man who has seen New Ulm grow from
infancy to it's present proportions. He
was surgeon for the army during the
massacre and his welcome to the men OF
'62 was especially hearty.
Historical Parade.
The celebration began last night at 10
o'clock when three companies OF the state
militia arrived and were escorted through
the city, preceded by the second regiment
band Before the hour set for the his
hon
assembled on the streets. The parade,
which was by far the finest ever arranged
in this city, surpassed all expectations,
depicting the various stages of the city S
history. About $50 Of the defenders Of
New Ulm were in line, together with an
equal number of the G. A. R.
Governor Van SAINT reviewed the militia
and battery at the close of the parade
and when the old soldiers and defenders
passed he reverently removed his hat.
Speaking at the Park.
Passing to German park the program Of
speaking was introduced by prayer by
Rev. s. G. Updyke. The first speaker was
Mayor Weschcke, who delivered an ad-
, dress of welcome.
He was followed by Governor Van SAINT,
who briefly told of the struggle through
which this city and county had passed
to obtain it's present rich inheritance. He
drau by paying an eloquent tribute to
him and his service on the frontier.
Mr. Flandrau was prevented by sickness
from being present.
Following him, Senator Moses Clapp,
orator of the day, delivered an oration
that was eloquent in every detail and
frequently loudly applauded. 1t was a
sDlendid tribute to American citizenship
and manhood and was one of the finest eX-
temporaneous addresses the senator has
ever delivered.
Others Distinguished.
Following him, Colonel Pfaender spoke
in German and then, in brief addresses
followed Ex-Governor Alex Ramsey, ex-
Governor John Lind, and Senator Somer-
Vile.
Upon the platform beside these speak
ers were Congressman McCleary, eH-
Governor Austin and Judge Collins.
The day Is remarkably fine and the at.
tendance everything desired.
Forces in Battle Array.
This afternoon at o'clock the shan
battle took place in the valley between
the city and the Hamustin brewery. Tht
contestants in this mimic warfare were
the Second regiment Of state militia un
der command of Colonel BObleter AM
Captain Burg's battery of light artillery
Much preparation had been made. AM
the engagement, which lasted an hour
showed some splendid feats Of maneuver
ing.
In the evening at Turner hall there will
be a reception and ball for Governor Va
SAINT, the officers Of the Second regimen
and the invited guests. The Second regi
ment band will furnish music
TO-morrOw's Crowds.
It is expected that the crowd will b
almost doubled by those who come to
morrow an excursion from the cities an
from east and west. The fare has bee
reduced to S1.50 for the round trip.
grand picnic has been arranged on Her
man heights, also a ball game at
o'clock a. m, and another al p. NJ, be
tween St. Peter and Redwood Falls.
parade and review of the Second regimen
and the battery will occupy part of tn
time.
Governor Van SAINT, his staff and thei
ladies arrived last night and were me
at the train by the Second Regiment ban
and escorted to the home Of Colonel Bot
Letter, where an informal reception wa
given. The governor and party are tn
guests of Colonel Bobeter during the
stay here.