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Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 22. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), chapter 1.27 (search)
Hoge concluded the invocation. Mr. Richardson then presented the poet of the occasion, Mr. Armistead C. Gordon, of Staunton, and in so doing, said: Ladies and Gentlemen: In the heroic ages of e. The poet's dead; but when his soul took flight another caught his mantle when it fell; and Gordon now takes up the harp and sings harmonious with the inspiring theme. Zzzmr. Gordon's poem.Gordon's poem. Mr. Gordon is a man of splendid appearance, and has a resonant, pleasant voice. His poem is a gem, and was recited with fine effect. It is as follows: Gladly we should rest ever, and had we Mr. Gordon is a man of splendid appearance, and has a resonant, pleasant voice. His poem is a gem, and was recited with fine effect. It is as follows: Gladly we should rest ever, and had we won Freedom: We have lost and very gladly rest. Weigh not their worth by the balance of battle. These have glorified their cause by the record of noble sacrifice, the simple manhood of their livever While stands the sacred Hill, or flows the shining River. Zzzthe orator introduced. Mr. Gordon had to suspend several times on account of the hearty applause showered upon him, and when he
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 22. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), Index. (search)
Webster on the, 27. Slavery, opposed by the South, 26. Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument at Richmond, Unveiling of the, 336; incidents of the occasion, the procession, children in the line, States represented; Cadets Virginia Military Institute, 341; Gen. F. Lee and Staff, 343; Artillery and Veterans from Richmond and Virginia, 344; from South Carolina, 347; from Washington, D. C., 348; Sons of Veterans 349; prominent people present, 350: prayer by Rev. M. D. Hoge, D. D. 352; Mr. Armistead C. Gordon, the poet, eloquently presented by Hon. D. C. Richardson, 353, and Rev. Dr. Cave, the orator, by the same, 358; Dr. Cave's Oration, 359; Representatives of North Carolina, 381; Ungenerous Criticism of the Oration by Columbia Post, G. A. R., 381: Reply of Lee Camp, C. V. to, 382. South, The, devoted to the Union, 363; always contributed her full share of soldiers, 30, 363 Southwestern Presbyterian. The, N. O., La., cited, 165. Star, The, Richmond, Va., cited, 54, 98, 106.
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 31. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), New Market day at V. M. I. [from the Richmond, Va., times-dispatch, June 24, 1903. (search)
order and introduced Rev. Charles C. Randolph, of Fincastle, a New Market man, who made an impressive prayer. Mr. Armistead C. Gordon, of Staunton, a cadet of some class since New Market, then read in most effective manner his beautiful ode. T Sweet Bye and Bye. Dr. Upshur's address. The oration of Dr. J. N. Upshur, of Richmond, followed the reading of Mr. Gordon's ode. Dr. Upshur's address, of less than an hour in length, was cheered every time a pause occurred long enough to alwe may all respond on the farther side of the river, and with the Great Commander rest under the shade of the trees. Mr. Gordon's poem—a beautiful Threnody read by the author. The following Threnody, written by Mr. Armistead C. Gordon, of StaunMr. Armistead C. Gordon, of Staunton, was read by the author: How shall the eternal fame of them be told, Who, dying in the heyday of life's morn, Thrust from their lips the chalice of bright gold, Filled to the brim with joy, and went forlorn Into the abysmal darkness of that bou
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 31. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), Confederate Generals are all passing away. (search)
liam Jones writes The Times-Dispatch this interesting letter in connection with the death of General Gordon: 1. In publishing my sketch of General Gordon, your printers make me quote from GeneralGeneral Gordon, your printers make me quote from General R. E. Lee, instead of General R. E. Rodes, as saying in his official report: Colonel Gordon handled his regiment in a manner that I have never seen nor heard equalled during the war. Gordon's regiColonel Gordon handled his regiment in a manner that I have never seen nor heard equalled during the war. Gordon's regiment was in the brigade of the gallant and able General Rodes. 2. The death of General Longstreet and of General Gordon has caused some confused statements about the generals and lieutenant-generalGordon's regiment was in the brigade of the gallant and able General Rodes. 2. The death of General Longstreet and of General Gordon has caused some confused statements about the generals and lieutenant-generals of the Confederacy, and it may be well to give the full list in the order of their rank: The full generals were— 1. Samuel Cooper. 2. Albert Sydney Johnston. 3. Robert Edward Lee. 4. General Gordon has caused some confused statements about the generals and lieutenant-generals of the Confederacy, and it may be well to give the full list in the order of their rank: The full generals were— 1. Samuel Cooper. 2. Albert Sydney Johnston. 3. Robert Edward Lee. 4. Joseph E. Johnston. 5. P. Gustave T. Beauregard. 6. Braxton Bragg. General Provisional Army, E. Kirby Smith. General with temporary rank, J. B. Hood. Lieutenant-Generals. 1. James Longst
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 31. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), Index. (search)
leer Francaise, 2. Garland, General S., killed, 199. Garnett, Captain James M.. 32, 61. Gettysburg, Battle of, 191, 200, 228, 288, 349. Georgia, Independent flag of, 236. Gibbes, Major, Wade Hampton, 73. Gibson, General R. L., 109. Gilchrist, Major R. C., 6. Gillem, General A. C., 125. Gilmor, Major, Harry, 12. Gilmore, J. R., 53. Gilmer, Colonel, 125. Gladden. General A. H., killed, 306. Glassell, U. S. N. Lieutenant, 330. Goldsborough, Lieut. Robert 135. Gordon, A. C., poem of, 183; Gen. John B., 19, 349. Govan, General D. C., 156. Granberry Gen. H. B., 156. Gregg, Fort, Assault and defenders of, 60, Grigsby, Colonel A. J., 23. Hale, Major E. J., 346. Hall, Major, Thornton, 17. Hardee, Major-General W. J., 151. Hardin, Major M. D., 141. Hare, Otway P., 19. Hare's Hill, 19. Hallock, Chas., 86. Halsey, Captain Don P., gallantry of 193, 200. Halsey. Hon. Don P., 81,193. Hancock, General W. S., 356. Handkerchiefs, Battle of, 340