Evening Republican, Volume 19, Number 122, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 24 May 1915 — LARGE AUDIENCE AT MEMORIAL SERVICE [ARTICLE]

LARGE AUDIENCE AT MEMORIAL SERVICE

M. E. Church Decorated—Patriotic Music—Fine Sermon By Rev. Charles W. Postill. The Trinity Methodist church was crowded Sunday morning at the union service held in honor of the G. A. R. Memorial Day sermon, which was preached by Rev. Charles W. Postill. The G. A. R., the Sons of Veterans, the Ladies of the G. A. R. and the Ladies Relief Corps all inarched to the church in a body. The central part of the church had been reserved for these guests. As they marched in Mrs. M. D. Gwin played in a moat beautiful way “Marching Through Georgia,” on the organ. The Methodist choir rendered two appropriate anthems. Dr. Oumick made the opening prayer and Rev. Titus read the Scripture lesson. The front part of the church was decorated with flags and flowers. The sermon by Rev. Postill was listened to with great interest. The closing hymn, “My Country Tis of Thee,” was sung with great enthusiasm by the entire congregation as all felt that the service had been one of inspiration and all had enjoyed the opportunity to honor the old veterans. Remember, Hamilton & Kellnerhandle the famous Deering line of harvesting machines.