Evening star., 1902-05-30

coin Camp Sons of Veterans. which per-
formed guard duty at the tomb of the
known, under command of Captain
Eugene Harbour. At the tomb of the urI-
kiown the impressive burial service of the
Grand Army of the Republic was used.
In the Amphitheatre.
While the decoration of the graves was
going on a vast crowd assembled in the
amphftheater. where the memorial services
were conducted Soldiers were stationed at
each entrance and only persons holding
tickets were admitted.
Many OF the seats in front were reserved
for members Of the ladies' decorating COM
mittee. The aisles were filled with persons
standing. and the crowd without the pa
vilion seemed to extend as far as the eye
could reach.
On the platform were many prominent
personages. among whom were Senator
and Mrs. Cullom. Adjt. Gen. and Mrs. Cor
bin, Representative Butler Senator and
Mrs. Hawley. District Commissioner and
Mrs Macfarland. Comma nder-in- Chief Tor
renee of the Grand Army of the Republic
Capt and Mrs. Henry Castle, Mrs DR..
CalVer. Auditor Rittman and Miss Rftt-
man, Repre- sentative and Mrs. Gardner,
Col and Mrs William Irving, Representa-
tive Lacy, Mrs. Cushman K. Davis and
Mrs. Nora Edgar
The President arrived at the pavilion
shortly after L Oc,Ock. His appearance
was the signal for a large outburst of ap-
plau>e. which continued for some time af-
ter he had taken his seat on the platform.
He Was accompanied by his private secre-
tary. Mir COrtelyOu: Secretary Root. Post
master General Payne, Commander Cowles
and Gen. George H. Harries. Mr.. Loeb,
the Presidents executive clerk, and Mrs.
Loeb and Miss Alice Roosevelt were In
the presidential party. The Presidents lit
tie daughter. Ethel, ard son. Kermit also
occupied seats on the platform.
Throughout the exercises, other than
while delivering the Grafton, the President
occupied seat beside Secretary Root. He
was an attentive listener and seemed more
than ever impressed with the solemnity of
the occasion.
The Marine Band played an Introductory
dirge by Santelman, followed by Nearer
My God TO Thee the choir and assembly
joining
Commander Bingham's Remarks.
Department Commander Bingham called
the asSemblage to order. He pointed out the
lessons Of the day and spoke of augmenta-
ton of patriotism that results from such
perennial gatherings. His remarks were
brief. but replete with patriotic thoughts.
1t is true there is some sentiment in
this he said. ''and yet there is a reality
when We think of it. when we think what
IL means rejoice today that this event
Is such that We can honor it and respect
II and pay a just tribute to it.
We have with us today the foremost
cltizen or the republic. as well as states
men and soldiers who have honored US on
this occasion.
ON this sacred spot are buried many of
the leaders of the great war. They sIeep
here in quiet and in peace because of their
services. because of their loyalty
This scene must teach to US the lesson
or patriotism TO our country, devotion to
duty and the feeling of respect and honor
TO those who gave their lives in the coun-
trys defense.
Nowhere else in the country can there
be paid such a tribute as is paid to the
men who sleep on this soil.
We come here with sad hearts in one
sense and joyous hearts in another-sad