The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-06-15
Prolonged Cheers are Given the Few Remaining Great Figures
 of th, Confectionery
CITY IS BLAZE OF COLOR Q IN HONOR OF VISITORS
Nashville and New Orleans Both Want Next Reunion, Chattanooga Hav- ing Withdrawn in Favor
 of Nashville.

Louisville June l4--For the second tina in five years the United Confederate Vet erans and auxiliary organizations gath cred in Louisville for their annual re- union, their reception today u.-der hlaz- ing sun and with miles of brilliant bunt- ing flying in the breeze, being in strong contrast to the weather conditions of five years ago. when record-breaking rains prevailed during the entire period of the reunion, and even caused a postpone ment of the parade on the last day. Tha decorations this year are on lavish scale and 1t is remarked that the American flag predomnates.
 The reunion was officially opened short ly after the noon hour. when Gen. Ben- nett H. Young, commander of the Ken lucky division, called the perspiring mass of humanity in the horse show building to order, and introduced the chaplain, Gen. William Jones of Richmond. Dr. Jones, In his invocation prayed that the blessing of Almighty God may rest upon the Pres ident of these United States and that he may be enabled to be the President of the whole country and every section.'
 A few moments later. Governor J. c. W. Beckham, in speaking KentuelSys well come to the old men in gray, said:
 Governor Beckham Speaks.
 Tt is fitting that you should meet here. on the borderland of the great strug- gle. where we were so torn asunder. The great contest has been settled for all tme Peace has her victories as well as war.
 Tt is now gratifying to us all that there is but one flag In tender memory we have laid away the stars and bars. and we rejoice that we have the same flag that foated over us before the war" A rousing reception was given the com mander-i -in- chief, Gen. Stephen D. Lee. when he arose to respond for the veterans to the address of welcome. The general was in splendid voice despite the long wait in the heated building, and his speech was interrupted many times by cheering Cheers were given the few re- mainng great figures of the Confectionery as they made their appearance. The ven- erable simon Bolivar Buckner. who is approaching his S0th year, was heartily greeted and delivered a speech which would have done credit to q man of half his years.
 Lieut.. " l.. Caleb. commander of tho trans Mississippi division, was helped to the platform by many willing hands. and his appearance was the sgral for pro- longed outburst of hand elapplng.
 Warm Reception for Wheeler. The reception accorded Gen. Joe Wheeler was second 10 none of the day. The famous cavalry officer was cheered from the time his grey topped head was discerned in the great throng until he ascended the rostrum and motioned for silence He thanked the veterans for the heartiness of their reception, and assured them that their greeting went deep into his heart
 Near the close of the days session. Col. W. D. Miekle, adjutant general and chief of staff. in accordance with Q unanimous vote, sent the following telegram to Gen. A. P. Stewart, who Is III at Borden Wheeler Springs, Ala;
 By a unanimous vote Of the conven- ton today I am directed to express to you the sincere sympathy of your Con- federate associates n your sickness. and the earnest hope that God in His mercy would long spare your life to make glad our hearts. May heavens choicest bless lngs be with you.
 "WILLIAM E. MICKLE
 "AdIutant General and Chief of Stan.'
 Committees Are Appointed
 
 credentials have been made up, but were rot read by the chairman. There are several vacancies, but it is not expected that all of them will be filled before the reunion is over. The committee on reso- lutions is as follows:
 Alabama, Maj. w. B. Leedy; Florida, Brig Gen. Frank P. Fleming; Georgia, Col W. O. Waddell Indian Territory, Col. Stlllwell II. Russell; Kentucky. Col. Charles l.. DaUghtry; Louisiana, Col. David seabley; Maryland. Col. Winfield Peters; Missouri. Dr. D. K. Morton: North Carolina Gen. James l. Metz; Lieut.. w. H. H. Ellis Oklahoma. Col. A. g. Reeves; South Carolina. Col. o. L. Sumpert Texas, Gen. E. E. Paddock; Virginia; Gen. J. Taylor Elyson l Committee on Credentials-Alabama, Lieut.. Col James A. Grove; District of | Columbia Hickey; Florida. Maj. Thomas J. Appleyard: Georgia. Lieut. Col B. B. Burroughs; Indian Territory, Brig. Gen. J. P. Wood; Kentucky, Gen J. M. Arnold: Louisiana Col L. c. Walker; Missouri, Maj O. II. P. Catron; North Carolina. l Col. H. A. Loudon: Northwest, Col. Will liam Ray; Ohio. M J. Caldwel; Okla homa. Col. w. II. Primrose: Pacific. R. P. Bean; South Carolina, Col David Card well; Texas Brig Gen. Thomas H. Edgar; Virginia. Col L. l.. Marks; West Vir- ginia. c. L. Thomas.
 Monument for Jefferson Davis.
 .i the course Of an impressive service, under the auspices of the Confederated | Southern Memorial association. the Rev. l H C. Polhill of this city, who made the principal address, urged that the men of l the south cooperate with the women of the association in an effort to erect a fitting monument for Jefferson Davis. who embodied In himself as did not oth- l CT Confederate soldier or statesman the whole cause for which we went to arms' The orphans brigade held It's twenty 
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