Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-09-05
LAMBS ENTERTAINED
BY LEE CAMP MEN.
Picture Prescntation, Speech-Ma1k-
ing, Recitations. and Songs-A
FraternaI Visit.

+ Tos.the strains of HDiXie the members
of the Lambs, Club. of Philadelphia, en-
tered Lee Camp Hall last night, and
were welcomed by a remnant of that once
mighty army against whom they fought
and overpowered, rather than conquered.
It was a sight never to be forgotten to
see the blue and the gray meet and shake
hands, while the portraits Of generals and
gallant soldiers, many Of whom died du-
ring the fatal conflict, looked down upon
them from gilded frames.
Insthat hall, where the battles had been
fought scores of times since they passed
into history. the two forces met as man
to man-each honoring the other because
ne had fought for that which he thought
was right, and in their greeting was found
neither bitterness nor enmity.
The Lambs formed in front of Murphy's
Hotel, and marched to the hall, where
they were met by members of the camp.
After entering, the band played medley
of southern songs, during which three
cheers were given by the Lambs for Lee
Camp They were greeted by Command
ant .Johns5Bolling in few Well-chosen
words.
SOLVE THE GREAT PROBLEM.
Captain Cunningham had arranged an
enjoyable programme for the evening.
Miss Edna Haynes, of Philadelphia,
pretty girl, about u years OF age, was in
troduced. She recited a war tragedy OF
the Cuban conflict with much expression,
and was loudly applauded by the audi
ence.
Commander. Galleger represented the
president off, the Lambs Club. who was
detained by; ndisposition. He made brief
mention of the clubs former visit to the
city, after which he gave history of its
organization. He said they felt that they
must meet and know the vet
ri1
with them solve the great prob
lem Now that the feeling of friendship
was not only evident, but had been proven
this time. they had come to perform
little duty. He expressed his apprecia-
,tionSthat he, Federal soldier, should be
allowed to speak in Lee Camp Hall, and
thanked the members for their hospital
'ity.
Commander Boiling responded. He
heartily extended the good will and hos
pitality of the South.
PRESENTED LEES PORTRAIT.
Commander E. NJ. Painter, secretary of
the Lambs Club. iQ few words pre-
sented the portrait OF General Robert o.
Lee, which had been bought by Mr.. Peter
McAdams from vandal who was about
to destroy it. The picture had been stolen
from the walls of a home in the Valley
Of Virginia during the war, and after an
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to the camp named after the General.
Mr. McAdams is an old Union soldier
who holds a medal for bravery during the
war, having gone between the lines to
save wounded con1rade- He is an eX-
travagant admirer of General Lee, and
frequently interrupted the proceedings
with loud words Of praise. He was final
ly Brought to- the rostrum. He IS an
Irishman OF the true type, and in a few
oI,o,. Of
regaining of the picture. and spoke OF
General Lee as IAN honorable man and
a so.lier from the word CO..
Captain J. E. Laughton received the
picture, expressing thanks for the same,
which he explained was doubly valuable
because of its associations
Mr.. Charles H. Kerns, of Philadelphia,
sang a German song, followed by Sc
lection from the band.
Mr. Michael Colgan next entertained
the company with two Rotations: he
entered into the spirit of his selections,
and swept his hearers through scenes
which brought the tears to the eyes OF
many. He was much applauded.
Past-Commander J. G.. Dickerson made
few appropriate remarks, followed by
several Rotations from Mrs. Hartman,
which were much enjoyed.
Captain Frank Cunningham was called
upon. and with his usual willingness sang
a war song which stirred the hearts of
all present.
Commander Alex w. Archer came from
the audience to say a few words to the
guests He said the camp, with forgive
ness. stood with open arms to welcome
them or any man who discharged his
duty as man and soldier.
The audience was then invited to MOI
ris's ice cream parlors, across the street,
where refreshments were served
Throughout the evening spirit OF peace
ana concord reigned, and the guests We're
happy in the consciousness of that sincere
southern hospitality which they received
on all sides. a