Evening Republican, Volume 18, Number 109, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 8 May 1914 — Indiana G. A. R In Stirring Parade at Indianapolis. [ARTICLE]

Indiana G. A. R In Stirring Parade at Indianapolis.

Indianapolis, May 7.—Pride was mangled with gratitude and profound reverence, as thousands Watched the battle-scarred heroes of the eivil War march through the streets of Indianapolis this afternoon. Veteran®, Whose steps faltered, tramped bravely forward to the call of the fife and drum, their Shoulders squared against the wear of years and their eyes glistening with the fire of battle memories. Although the weather was cool and a pleasant breeze fanned the city, scarcely a block was passed but a score of veterans dropped out of the Mne of match, because of fatigue. More than 5,000 veterans participated in the parade and several hundred looked on. Behind a platoon of mounted police and two companies of the Indiana guard, came an automobile bearing Goy. Ralston, Washington Gardner, commander in chief of the G. A. R., in America; Daniel 4 W. Comstock, commander of Indiana; Col John R. Fester, assistant adjutant general of Indiana; Adjutant General F. L. Bridges, of the L N. G, and Quartermaster General P. A. Davis, of the L N. G. The last two named were members of the governor’s staff. Campfire meetings were held by the veterans tonight.