The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-04-25
Turning to a discussion OF the field

Thine fails me to tell or our leaders,
Albert Sidney Johnston, the great SOL
der who fell in the hour of victory at
Shiloh which prevented, so far as we
can see, the capture and destruction OF
Grants army; Robert Edward Lee, the
peerless soldier of the century, the col
lege president. the stainless gentleman
devout Christian; Joseph E. Johnston,
the great strategist and the idol of his
men; Gen. G. T. Beauregard, the accom-
plished engineer and gallant soldier.
whose defense of Charleston ranks with
the most heroic and skillful in the world s
history Kirby Smith, the able COM
mander of the Trans Mississippi De-
partment; John P. Hood, whose heroic
daring and MANNED body won the un-
ceasing admiration of his men, and
"Stonewall Jackson, the thunderstorm
of the war;
Gen. Stephen d. Lee delivered a STIR
ring appeal for the decoration of Confed-
crate soldiers graves by the Govern
ment. At 12:45 p. m "a recess OF one
hour was taken.
THE AFTERNOON SESSION.
When the afternoon meeting was called
to order, Chairman ]. Taylor Stratton,
| of the Resolution Committee, reported.
Among the resolutions adopted was one
withdrawing the support of all Confed-
crate veterans from Grant University.
Tenn, on account of an alleged disparag-
ing article concerning Southern women,
which it was stated had been made by
professor of that university.
The resolution called forth an elo-
o,,apf tr;l,,,to ~ Ca,thoru uoma nh0od
The report of the Historical Commit
tee, headed by General Lee, was adopt
ed. 1t recommends:
1. The compilation of material that
will help the historian and the student
to understand the Civil War, it's cause
and its results.
2. The preparation of a source book
for collateral use and reference in schools
and libraries.
8. The preparation of brief biogra-
phies and school histories that will do
justice to Southern leadership, Southern
character, Southern environment and
Southern development.
Tho greater part of the report was de-
voted to the consideration of these re-
commentators.
A proposition to change the Confeder-
ate Memorial Day from May 26 to June
3. the birthday of Jefferson Davis,
caused considerable debate. The present
plan which was fixed by Southern wo-
men and which gives the States the right
to set their own date had many sup
pcrters. The resolutions were amended
to fix on June g. but to allow any State
desiring a different date to take indi-
vidual action, and in this form were
passed.
, The Credentials Committee reported
that 7O7 camps had paid their per capita
tax and were entitled to 1882 votes.
Seven hundred and forty eight camps
were reported in arrears. The report Of
the Davis Monument Committee showed
slow progress. 1t was stated that there
was $4,000 on hand and that $4,000
more was needed. Department Com
manders were urged to prosecute the
work of collecting funds.
Work towards securing funds for the
proposed Southern Women Monument
was also reported to be progressing
! slowly. The report appealed to South
ern chivalry to see that this monument
should become fact.
The report of the Committee on Bat
tie Abbey, of which General Clement A..
Evans is chairman, showed that of the
5000, 600 necessary for the reconstruction
of the museum, the treasury now holds
$176,053.
The report was adopted and Governor
Heard of Louisiana, was presented to
speak for New Orleans as the place for
,,,,f4 L xx,or fofI nd INvy
Mayor Capdeville, of New Orleans. The
Louisville delegation having unofficially
decided not to contest for the honor,
having had it but two years ago, New
Orleans in a few brief moments was
chosen amid cheers.
1t was nearing o'clock when it was
Unexpectedly decided to hold the an
nual election.
General Gordon began to demur, but
was drowned down by wild wave Of
cheers. Cries of Gordon" 'Lee," "Old
Tige," and "Walker" rent the air. No
other candidates were mentioned and the
ticket was elected amid great enthus-
iasm.
In view of the fact that the Confed-
crate parade is set for tomorrow morn
ing ii was decided to hold no session,
but to adjourn until Friday.
One of the touching incidents Of the
day was the presentation of Judge John
P. Reagan, the last survivor of the
Davis Cabinet. to the veterans.
1T may be the last time for many of
us to see this venerable man. His health
is frail and We ourselves are getting
along in years." said General Gordon,
as he half supported the former post
master with his arm. The white haired
survivor of that historic cabinet bowed
repeatedly but did not speak
vote of thanks to William H.
Mr.. Kraus at his own expense has erect
Mr.. Knaus at his own expense has erect
ed monument to the Confederate dead
of Columbus.
The Kaliph's parade furnished enter
tailiment for the crowds this evening
The KaliDh I'm Oriental naonificauce