Evening Republican, Volume 14, Number 44, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 21 February 1910 — WASHINGTON. [ARTICLE]

WASHINGTON.

First in peace, in war the leader, Ever firm for country’s right; Bringing all to naught but justice, -Reconciling truth with might. Using every power in mercy, Aiding men to live like men; Richly sowing seed that flourished, * Yielding love of countrymen. Though his life was one of struggle, Weighted, fraught with toil and care— Every year revealed a triumph None else gained but all should share. True to God. to right, to nation, Yet by dauntless will, Service/rare to each he rendered Enemy to evil still. Custom long has usurped mem’Ty Onejand all fond tribute pay, Now, k) freedom’s fearless champion Dearer with each new-born day.

CLAUDIA M. FERRIN.