The National tribune. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1877-1917, 1907-04-18
Memorial Day.

lin has issued the Following Memorial
Day Order, which is No. Of her Sc
ries:
Memorial Day.
I. The wheels of time, moving with
lightning rapidity, have brought us
again to that "sweetly solemn day." sa-
cred to the heart Of every member of
the Woman's Relief Corps and dOubly
dear to the valiant men whose heroism
and loyalty to their country and flag
made it possible for US to enjoy earth's
great blessings. Let us gather fresh and
fragrant flowers and with tender hearts
and loving hands place them on every
green mound marked by the little STAIN
less flag we love SO WELL Flowers and
Flag" beautiful symbols Of God and
Country"
Do this in memory of those who gave
their lives a willing sacrifice on the al
tar of patriotic devotion.
II. Do not forget the beautiful ser
vice to our soldier-sailor dead.
Our Patriot Dead! We may not mourn
Their lot within the silent grave.
But cast bright garfands on the wave
That holds the dear dust of the
brave"
III. We should especially interest the
children in the services Of this day and
encourage them in taking an active part
in the program. Thus can they be
taught a great object lesson in patriot
ism and a deep and tender reverence
for Our Country's Flag. ,s- p,
". Let each Corps attend with its
Post divine services on the Sabbath pre-
ceding Memorial Day.
W The Sons and Daughters OF Veter-
ans are hereby cordially invited to join
with us In the beautiful services Of Me-
mortal Day and help US to honor the
memory of their fathers who fought te
preserve to their heirs the priceless leg
acy of united country.
VI. Department Chaplains will for
ward Memorial Day Reports to the Ma
tional Chaplain, Hannah U. Maxon, Gal.
lipolis, o., not later than June 80.
VII. Contributions for Southern Me-
mortal Fund should be forwarded al
once thru Departments to National
Treasurer. Let us see to 1t that nj
grave Of our soldier dead In the Sunny
Southland is neglected or forgotten
Corps Presidents are requested to give
this their immediate attention.
BY command Of Carrie r. Sparklin
National President: Belle C. Kimball
National Secretary. - ~
The National President, Carrie R
Sparklin. has issued General Orders. In
which she commends the work of the
old officers and says.!S ini
ITO the newly-eleated officers We send
greeting, with words of cheer and en-
couragement. Trusting, and believing
that the year may be one of advance
ment and success, this ncan be made
possible only by each striving to do hel
part in the great work in which We are
engaged
The National President calls atten.
ton to Decision No. ~ of the cath Ma.
tional Convention, promulgated thru
General Orders No. g. That next veal
being the 25th anniversary of the Wo.
mans Relief Corpse every member OF
the Order be asked to contribute sill
yer offering toward the fund for monu-
ment to loyal women, the same to be
promulgated thru National and Depart
ment General Orders"
A ready and prompt response should
follow this call. Send all contributions
thru proper channels, that Departments
and Corps may be given all credit due
them. -r.ts --.s-.-,.
It Is announced that the revised edi-
tions of the Red Book, Corps and De-
partment Service Books. are now in the
hands of the National Trea surer. 1t Is
suggested each Corps should secure al
least one copy thru their own Corps
Treasurer.
The revised edition Of Rules and Reg.
ulations. printed from new type. Is nov
in stock, and it Is hoped all Corps will
SO far as possible, provide themselves
with copies of this latest revision of the
law governing the Order.
Burial and Memorial Service Books
are also in the stock of the National
Treasurer. AS no slips are issued fol-
Memorial Service for the sailor-soldiel
dead, it will be necessary for each Corps
to provide themselves with these books
The following appointments upon the
National Staff are announced: