The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1903-01-28
PRAISE FOR M'KINLEY.
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Roosevelt, spoke briefly, in part as follows:
I'VE commemorate to-day the birth of a
great American. Though gone from us, he
has left the imperishable memory of his
character and deeds. His life is part of
the history OF his time. The great things
he wrought have left their imprints upon
his countrys destiny, and have written his
name among the immortals. To the most
of those who gather about this board to-
night IT was given to know and love Will
liam Mckinley. This city was his home.
1t was here he came after four years of
service In the field to begin the civil career
scarcely paralleled in the worlds history.
There are those here tonight who watched
every step of that great career with the
keen interest of frindship. To have known
William Mckinley was a constant lesson in
patriotic devotion to public duty and cheer
ful constancy in upright living. He never
forgot the friends of his early manhood
From the highest places his eyes turned
fondly to the white porch Of his home
He often declared that the good will and
approval or those who best knew him was
dearer to him than the highest earthly
honor. He believed in the upbuilding of
American citizenship, in the enlargement
of the comforts and privileges of the Amer
lean home In these purposes he found the
highest duties of constructive statesman
snip; In sueh home, without ostentation
or display, William Mckinley lived In it's
domestic peace and comfort he had hoped
to pass the remainder of his days when the
cares of office should be laid aside. 1t is fit
fellow-countrymen should meet to pay trib-
ute to his memory and to renew the lessons
or patriotism and virtue which his life
taught.
William McKinley's most precious leg
acy to mankind is the example of his life
and character. He believed implicitly in
his country and it's institutions. He had
supreme faith in the. people. He recog-
nized that an enlightened public senti-
ment was. the ultimate appeal of the
statesman In a free country and sought to
ha hal hac a
and safest for its welfare. He never
sought to exalt himself above the people
he served. He kept in touch with them,
and, as far as possible, delighted to take
them into his confidence In his private
life he met his fellow-citizens upon equal
terms. He fulfilled 10 the ideal Cardinal
never inflicted pain. His presence was al
ways an inspiration. His duty clear he
never shirked a responsibility. however
He loved to make Others happy. He scat.
tered sunshine, never gloom. With his
strength of purpose and character he was
gentleness itself. He loved To give a kind
word when he could do no more. Sngu-
| larry free from resentments, he
| met calumny with silence and un-
| fair criticism with charity. He was
possessed of a sublime courage, sus-
| tanned by an unquestioning faith in his
| God that did not falter in the presence OF
| death. In his career the youth of the coun-
| try nay learn that the surest foundation
| 1T Is a high tribute to the memory and
| fame OF William Mckinley that brings &c
his old home to-day TO join in the observ-
| ance OF this occasion the President of the
| United States. members of his Cabinet
/ and others from high places in the public
| service and from among those who served
| with him in war and in peace. This coun-
| try has not lacked high minded and able
men TO serve her in time of need; ii die
| not lack such a one when our great leader
| fell. In his strong grasp OF the helm the
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| He has steadily grown in the love anC
/ confidence OF his countrymen. Under his
| guidance the country is still advancing in
| prosperity and security at home and re-
| spect abroad. II is one OF the felicities OF
i the occasion and for which we fee
| the highest appreciation that the Presi
| dent. cordially accepting the invitation ex
| tended him. is able TO be with us this even
ing. There Is no man better fitted to por
| tray the great character in whose honor
| we assemble tonight. Ii is privilege e
present to you TO respond TO the first sen
| timent. William Mckinley Theodor.
| Roosevelt, President OF the United States.