Rensselaer Semi-Weekly Republican, Volume 21, Number 93, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 10 August 1900 — G A. R. Encampment. [ARTICLE]

G A. R. Encampment.

Chicago, Aug. 26, —September 1, All patriots should attend this greatest of all the National Reunions. See the following program: Sunday.—Special patriotic service in the churches, Sacred concerts, and grand patriotic song festival in the Coliseum. Monday.—Salute to the flag—Dedication of Naval Arch—Grand Parade of naval veterans —Parade of government vessels on Lake Michigan.—Arrival of the President of the United States— Naval battle off Lincoln Park — Fireworks off Lake Front— Electric fountains and illuminations. Tuesday.—Sunrise salute—Dedication of Army Arch —Parade the Grand Army of the Republic, reviewed by the Commander in Chief and the President, Governors of States, etc. —Reoeption to the President; State reunions Fireworks off Lako Front—Reception of ladies of the G. A. R. —Grand illumination of the city. Wednesday.—Sunrise salute—Veterans bicycle race—Meeting of the 34th National Encampment of the G. A. R.--and conventions of W. R. C. and various military and patriotic organization.'’ Fireworks tpid illuminations. Thursday. Sunrise salute—Adjourned business meetings, G. A. R. auxiliary societies. Visiting among posts. Sham battle at Washington Park, National guard and U. S. Regulars. Fire works and illuminations. Balloon ascension. Friday.—Delegates lake excursions on lake and Drainage Canal— Automobile floral parade—Fireworks. balloon ascension and illuminations. Saturday.—Recreation, sports, concerts, fireworks, illuminations, etc. Taps. The Monon Route makes a special low rate. Tickets on sale August 25th to August 29th.