The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-31

charms for lads and lasses who are now
heads of families.
One of the Spanish American volun-
teers at this juncture felt music surg
ing in his soul and he favored the au-
dience with a vocal classic.
Dewey drum corps then had a chance
to exercise themselves with one OF
their spirited favorite pieces. and
Commander McComb was evolving
new devices to drive dull care away.
On the quiet he had sent out for Il bu-
gle and his next announcement was
that Thomas McGlynn. late of Battery
T.. Second United States Light Artil-
lery, would sound all of the calls used
in active service. Bugler McGlynn
proved that trumpet calls can make
the blood tingle when sounded with
vigor and precision.
Miss Name Daley delighted the au-
dience with her solo, Sing Me Song
of the South" and was loudly applaud
ed.
The commander announced that Hon.
James j. O'Neill was indisposed ana
that one of his scouts had found him
under physician's care. After ex-
pressing his regret at the misfortune OF
his honor, the mayor Colonel McComb
stepped in the breach without mo-
ments delay and gave with fine elocu-
tionSry effect his latest poetic MASTER
piede, which is entitled ITO NY Com
rades." 1t was the finest composition
that any of the comrades had ever
heard and their applause was terrific
After the applause had subsidized
there were some more bugle calls and
solo by Miss Daley.
Before the music had ceased the
commander had escorted Mrs. George
Dimock to the platform and at an OPP
perfume time he announced that Mrs.
Dimock had soWething of interest to
say. The lady at once opened parcel
and exhibited Il beautiful quilt, which
she made several years ago, and pre-:
sented TO Hunter post. of Jerlnyn. which
was named after her father. She said
that the quilt was disposed of by
chance and Hunter post realized Sl4O
on it. The winner of the Guilt was
Comrade Jacob IIitel. of Post 1S1. Com
rade Eitel presented Hunter post with
his trophy. In time the Jermyn post
disbanded and many of the comrades
affiliated with Davies post; the quilt
was bequeathed TO the Jermyn camp,
Sons of Veterans. When the camp
ceased to exist and it's members joined
with Randolph camp Of this city, the
quilt reverted to Mrs. Dimock. She, in
the generosity of her heart, sought out
Comrade Eitel and told him it ought to
go to him, as he had won it. Comrade
Eitel wanted it to go to Davies post,
and so it was arranged to have 1t for
maly presented. After Mrs. Dimock
had acquitted herself gracefully, COM
rade McComb made a very happy
speech of acceptance, which was a de-
light to all who heard it. Then Com
rade Eitel responded to call for talk
and feelingly told of his affection for
his comrades and of the pleasure he de-
rived in donating his interest in the
quilt to the post. Colonel McComb an
nounced that when industrial cOndi-
tions We're favorable Davies post will
give an entertainment and dispose of
the article, in the hope to realize q good
lump sum of cash for the benefit of the
Veterana.
My Country, 'Tis of Thee" was then
sung by the audience Miss Name Daley
presiding at the organ. Then came
music by the drum corps, after which
Commander McComb introduced Rev.
Thomas F.. May, who had responded to
his invitation to be present.
Rev. Mr. May gave an interesting ten
minutes talk, which was in keeping
with the day and it's memories. He
added greatly to the pleasure Of the en-
tertainment.
After more music, the commander
electrified his hearers by reciting to
them his virile poem, dedicated to "Our
Battlefield Soldiers Then the audi
ence sang Tramp. Tramp, Tramp, the
Boys Are Marching" and the campfire
terminated at $50 p. m. amid express
siOns of great delight.
1t is conceded that Commander John
McComb has the happy qualities to en-
able him to intelligently direct and sue
cessfully conclude a Memorial day OBJ
servance- in Il manner that has never
been equalled in this city. The COM
rades all admire him, and are willing
to be guided by his directions. His tact
enables him to take advantage of what
the occasion offers, and he yesterday
illustrated in il forceful, pleasing way
how an impromptu campfire may be
continued without friction or delay,
through series of hours, to the de-
light of all.