The San Francisco Call. Newspaper, August 23, 1903, Page 33

Pages 33 to 44 l @all, l Pages 33 to 44-]’ SAN FRANCISCO, SUNDAY, AUGUST 23, 1903, GRAND ARMY OF REPUBLIC ENCAMPMENT TRIUMPHANTLY ENDS AND CROWDS OF VISITORS BEGIN TO DEPART FOR THEIR HOMES oo ISi Vailey of Santa Clara. } Heroes Enjoy San Jose Feast. | Are Regaled With Free | Fruit. . 2OIES .WA, CHERGE D fbe FH 7 7EAETRS,. | l | -+ MANY AT SAN JOSE DURING THE CITIZ TONS OF FRESH FRUITS. INTERTAINME: NT OF THE GRA D ARMY A VALLEY, A FEATU VETERANS RE OF WHICH WA AND THEIR § THE DISTRI- Ragg of friends idental 1a large and a of rd i H he future and optimistl California met Hotel to | au revoir until the en- t Boston next year. Loyal last s *61. speech of the past and hope- c as re- | By presided and on his THOSE WHO ASSISTED. nder in Chief of the : of .the Republic General ¥ walted on the tables tful vocal selections ren- Moreland (ch: s. C. R. Wi B R. W. Sm the Knickerbocker quartet, com- Crowe, Herbert Williams, ith, Col- d an address to his }:’n(l sh Compton, . Mrs. b—Mrs. A. E. Kelley (chair- tockin, Mrs. Dinsmore, Mrs. W, C edy, Mrs. G. H. Wor- Eugene enthal, Mrs. J. L. Be- ir Miller | rs. John Mauzer, Mrs. Austin and the P iss Martilla, | Misses Esther and H. Macomber, Dr. Mary J. Vey and E. L. | Bearby, Miss Hope Byburn, Mrs. Hugh Center, Miss Jean Manson, Mrs. Archie McDonald, Pioneers—Miss Joey | M Asay, Miss Carrie West, Miss Mas- a Anderson, Mrs. and Mrs. Marie Feibos. % . Mre. Gawdey, Miss ub—Mrs. Statler (chairman) Mrs. J. e - don, Miss Clara | Buchrodt, Mrs. Dennis, Mrs. Knapp, Mrs, Jen. { nie Cumming, Mre, Beermaker, Mrs, Bozarth, - . | Mrs. nleaf, Mre. W. C. Harran, Mrs. - | Kiembhaus, Mrs. W A. Law, Mrs, G. B. Lum- | bard, Mrs. J. P_ Spalding, Mrs. Ickets, Mrs. | ge—Mrs. Boucher | Erma Statler. Mrs, Bessie Bozarth. = Mrs, Gordon, Mrs. | Thomas Riley. atch, Mrs. Dahl, | _Citizens' committee—Mrs. J. A, McLure, Mrs. Gurrans, Mrs. | Mrs. G, T. Morey, Mrs. A. M_Morris, Mrs, Mrs. Grant, Mrs. | Murphy, Mrs. Eastwood Hickey, Mrs. Cann, A Officers of Local Commandery of Loyal Legion Tender Banqu to Distinguished Leaders of War Veterars. comrades which was patriotic and told of the valiant service of the men of the organization. He was followed by Gen- Black, who received an ovation which will ring in his ears even long af- | ter his return to Iilinois. There was no mistaking the heartfelt regatd in which the commander in chief | of the Grand Army of the Republic, is held in San Francisco. The assemblage, | both of local men and guests from other States, rose on the mention of the gener- al's name and cheered him to the echo. General Black was deeply touched by the ovation accorded him and delivered an address which will long be remem- bered. During his remarks he declared himself the unfailing friend of the com- rades with whom he had fought side by side. Love of country, loyalty to the flag, good citizenship and observance of all e Morris. Mrs. Flickinger. Mr. Tarleton, Graham, Mrs Start and Mr. Hickey. Native Daughters—Mrs. Mamie Campbell (chairman), Mrs. Lawrence, Miss Yoco, Miss Rutan, = Mrs. G. A. ' Kocher, Miss Wonderlick, Miss Poulaine, Miss G, Poulaine, Miss M. Wade, Miss L. Wade, Mrs. F. B. Chandler, Miss Frank Stockton. Pacific Coast Business College—Miss F. Rock (chairman), Mr. Burton, Miss Grace Lewis, Miss Kittie Augustine, Miss Jennie Moore, Miss Bernice Hundley, Miss Josie Baker. Miss Barber, Miss Sinnott. Degree of Honor—Mrs, T. A. Piper (ch man), Mrs. L. M. Davis, Mrs_ A Schroeder, Mrs. ‘Walter Spugle, Mrs.'A. Serio Mre. M. A, 8. 1. Pfeiffie. Mrs. Nina Wi Bacqule, Mrs. M. Rockwell, Mi ‘arrie’ Peterson, Miss R. Mrs M Soto, Mrs. V. Stewart, Mrs. V. Romine, Mrs. ¥. Bassett, Mrs, Pendergast and Mrs. Wil- liams. Citizens' committee—Mrs. Gill (chairman), el et that goes to make up a perfect and un- spotted citizen wa#4 the theme of the com- mander in chief's addre His rcmarks aroused all to enthusiasm. Among those who were present were Corporal James Tanner, Colonel J. C. Currier, General T, General 3. W. Backus, General E. Torrance, Gen- eral Stewart, Colonel J. B. Fuller, Ad- miral O. W. Farenholt, U. S. N.; Judge L. W. Collins, General A. Woodruff, U. 8. A.: Colonel C. Mason Kinne, vice com- mander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic; General George Stone, Col- onel W. R. Smedberg, who has been re- cordersof California Commandery, Loyal Legion, for thirty-three years; Major General George B. Dandy, Colonel W. R. Parnell, General N. P. Chipman, General E. 8. Salomon, General Charles A. Cool- idge, General L. H. Rucker and General M. S. Bisbee. Mrs. George Ivine, Mrs. William W. Gra rs. H. E. Webb, o< 4 Dix Post, 'G. A. R.—Moore Briggs (chair- man), Mr. Barnum, George Edmans, Mr. M- Gucken, Miss Smith Mrs. Shanks, Mrs. Topin Shanks Mrs, Codd, Miss Brundage. Mrs. Brun- dage, Miss Ulricl,” Miss Smith, Miss Blumer, Mre. Tremey, Mrs, Lee Mrs.' Edgar, Mrs, Newnham, Mrs, Newhan, Mrs. McNeal, Mrs, Prescott, Mr, Carns, Mr. Edmans, Mrs. Frank- lin, Mr. Hermann. Mrs. Jones. Mrs. Rich- mond, S_ Lee, Mr. Phincar, Mr. Beach, Mr. Jd. monds, Mrs Lee, Mrs, Edagr and Mr, Cooke. Phil’ Sheridan Corps—Mrs. Minnie Gilmore, Mrs, Belle Rowland, Mrs. Elmira Hanson, Mrs. W, Jersey, Mrs. H. F. Kelley, Mrs. N. Sim- mons, Mrs L. L. Nattinger, Mrs. M. Ellis, Miss Minerva Myers, Mrs. W. A. Bidleman, Mrs. M. Harlan, Mrs. V. Arne, Mrs. E. Han. Continued on Page 37, Column 4. l Throngs Participate in Farewells at Ferry. ( ERDAY the members of the nd Army of the Republic had | i y‘ i a chance to rest from their duties | and devote their time to the en-| joyment of seeing San Francisco and the | cities about the ba While many lingered in the city taking in the immediate points of interest in this | locality, the great majority’ took advan- tage of the different ex: ons, both by rail and water, and left town for different points early in the day. " The scenes in the early morning about the different ferries and raflroad stations | presented a highly animated appearance. Some were saying good-by to California, | and others starting out for a day’s recre- | ation. All were in the best of spirits and enthusiasm was pictured on every face. The arrangements for transportation were entirely adequate, and while there | was commotion and excitement on all| sides no confusion of any kind prevailed. Large delegations visited the CHff House and park, the weather being unusually propitious for these outings. About 3000 | went to San Jose, both by broad and nar- | row gauge lines. They returned late last | night. - They were delighted with thelr | trip and all spoke of the unbounded hos- pitality that was showered upon them. They were especially loud in their praises of the great display of lusclous fruits | and the wealth of flowers that greeted them on every side. A party of 200 visited Tamalpals and spent the day there enjoying the grand scenlc panorama that stretched out be- fore their delighted gaze. Another party of 250 went over to Mill Valley, where they put in the day wandering through the beautiful woods of that lovely sub- urban retreat. Another large party went to Sausalito and were entertained with aquatic sports. A big contingent left for Los Angeles early in the day, and will return here about the middle of the week. The Santa Cruz Mountains were also visited by a large contingent, which came back late last night and reported a fine day in the redwoods. The first exodus toward the East com- menced yesterday morning, when a num- ber started home, gome via Ogden and others via Portland, Or. All the evening trains bound north, south and east car- ried heavy loads, and to-day all outgoing trains will be taxed to their utmost ca- pacity carrying away members of that noble army of the republic whose visit to this coast marked an epoch in the his- tory of the State and conferred an honor upon all who reside within its bounds. Final Reception Is Given at Press Quarters. press, committee of the Thirty- nth Annual Encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic closed its headquarters last evening with fitting ceremonies. There was a large at- tendance of distinguished visitors from the East and residents of this city. An excellent vocal and instrumental pro- gramme was rendered and the guests were delighted. Among the distinguished visitors to headquarters last night were General John C. Black, commander In chief of the G. A. R., and General Thomas J. Stewart, ex-commander in chief. They were only able to stay a short time, but enjoyed the hospitality of the men of the press. During the last week the rooms of the committee in the Grand Hotel have been filled nightly with the foremost soldlers in the United States. Lieutenant General Nelson A. Miles, Major General Willlam R. Shafter, Major General Ar- thur MacArthur and others signed the visitors’ book. Governor Pardee and staft visited the headquarters last Thursday night. The committee did splendid work and has won the respect of every member of the craft. The rooms were beautifully decorated and the visitor was regaled with liquld refreshments and enjoyed an excellent programme. The headquarters were open all day and hundreds of Grand Army men dropped in to pay their re- spects. Professional talent - entertained the guests each evening. Such well-known singers as Miss Millle Flynn, Mrs. Grace Davis Northrup, Miss Rose Broderick, Frances Waiss, Miss Alma Berg- and Miss Ella V. McCloskey took part each evening. Jean Durrell, the well- known elocutionist, charmed the visitors with her clever elocutionary work. Pro- fessor C. H. Randall and Professor A. F. ‘Worbes played the piano and violin dur- ing the evening and were heartily ap- plauded for their splendid playing. The Press Club Quartet was always ready to help out, and their services were appreciated. Uncle George Bromley re- cited “When the Cows Come Home and told many of his interesting anecdotes. The press committee was composed of ‘well-known newspaper men of this city and the presidents of leading clubs. The committee was as follows: Hugh M. Burke, chairman; Louls Levy, sec- retary; Harrison Gray Otls; Samuel W. Backus; N. P. Chipman: 0. “MeCormick; Colonel ' Charles L. Plerce; James D. Phelan, president Bohemian Club; Elmore Letfingwell, president Press Club; Captain Robert H. Fletcher; James R. Nourse, city editor Exam- | Mrs. ———— '|Headquarters of States Close. Busy Scenes Occur at Hotels. Many Guests to Leave To-Day. electric the thousands of lights flluminat- eets, public triumphal the buildings an 3 arches were extinguished | at midnight last night, the Thirty-sev Annual Encampment | of the Grand Army of the Republic passed into histor The last day of the encampment was | spent in a varied er by the veter- { ans and their visiti fends. Thousands | took advantage of th ation from the | citizens of San Jos and Santa Clara Val- | ley and went to the Garden City on the | special trains and enjoyed the beauties | of the trip. Interesting points adjacent to San Fran- cisco were also vi d a the delights of Golden Gate Park and the beach at- | tracted thousa | But lit the city's g determined to mak encampment free fr were ma at the ters f the Grand Relief Corps and the R. Farewells were bustle and excite . for all were ast day of the e. Final calls xpressed f near nt 1 t everywhere. While many of the veterans and visi- tors left by yesterday’'s train, the bdulk | of the departures will take place to-day The travelers will retur r homes by many r the railroad companies have affo every opportunity to the | veterans to inspect th ries of the Pa- | cific States. E: al fllumination of the streets and ok place last night, and. though requests have been made for the to be given this even- the committeé in charge decided to 7 the festivities last nig The old soldiers and their assoclates will take with them to their far away homes s of hospi- the visitors, one many electrical display the and all, so expre | ARMY NURSES IN CONVENTION. | The fourth an: | Spanish-American tion opened here on from ever, section present. nfortunat President Dr. Anita Washington, D. C., present. Business of acter was enact convention of War F of the Associa- di Delegates he Union were through {liness ewcomb McGee of was unable to be an inf al char- The election of e Monday morning O’Farrell street, at meeting of ngton in meeting will jointly with the V American W Nurses’ | ficers will take pla 120 | Alblon Hall, o'clock. The held in W and the next Louls in 1904, of the Spanish Ay afternoon twenty-four of the nurses went to the Presidio, where they were driven through the post in ambu- lances, being the guests of the officers stationed there. Yesterday the observation car Atlanta chartered by the Golden Gate Camp of nu and the visitors were shown the principal places of interest in the city. Last night a them at the Sorosi largely attended by fon of San Francise The nu of Camp Golden Gate, as 19 was ar. ption was tendered Club, which was e wealth and fash- sisted by Captain and Mrs. Kerwin of Fort Mason, acted as the reception com- mittee. The principal feature of the evening was an eloquent and eulogistic address of welcome delivered by Major Kendall, captain of the general hospital at the Presidlo. Miss Eleanor Connell sang two ballads In a charming manner and then elaborate refreshments and champagne punch were served. To-day they will be tendered an infor- mal reception at the nurses’ settlement, 420 Tehama street. 7 el BRARRER GIVEN BADGES OF HONOR. One of the most pleasing events of the G. A. R. festivities of the past week took place on Friday night at the recep- tion given by the George H. Thomas Post at Steinway Hall. This delightful feature was the presen- tation of badges to General John G. Black, the newly elected commander; Gen- eral Thomas J. Stewart, the retiring com- mander, and Past National Commander A. G. Weissert. Early in the evening Colonel A. J. Vin- ing, acting adjutant, and Past Post Com- mander W. A. Jacobs were detailed to wait upon General Black and General Stewart and escort them and their ladies to the camofire at the Pavilion. From ¥here they were driven to Steinway Hall. Here the closing festivities of the elab- orate series of high class entertainments that the Thomas Post had been giving during the week were taking place. In the neighborhood of 1000 pefsons were present, who rose to their feet with one accord and greeted the distinguished vis- itors with tremendous cheering. Commander A. D. Citter received the guests of homor upon the stage and as they aporoached him he pinned on the breast of each the beautiful post badge, at the same time presenting each with a handsome silken flag with long streamer attached. The recipients all replied with short speeches, and again there was loud cheer- ing and shouts of approval. @i e iner; Joseph G. Mansfleld, city editor Call; Ernest S. Simpson, city editor Chroncle: Henry L. Brooke, news editor Bulletin: Clarence H. Warren, city editor Post; Paul Cowles, man- ager Associated Press; Charies S. Aiken, edi- tor Sunset Magazine. Ladies’ Auxiliary--Mrs. Samuel . Backus,