FRONT COVER -------------------------------------- TEXAS DIVISION UNITED DAUGHTERS Of The CONFEDERACY. Nineteen Hundred Two. TITLE PAGE -------------------------------------- PROCEEDINGS OF THE SIXTH ANNUAL CONVENTION OF THE TEXAS DIVISION UNITED DAUGHTERS OF THE CONFEDERACY. Held in San Antonio, Texas, December 3, 4, and 5, 1901 MRS. BENEDETTE B. TOBIN, PRESIDENT. MISS KATIE L. DAFFEN, SECRETARY PAGE 9 -------------------------------------- (Note: No pages seem to be missing from the book, but the first page of the book is numbered 9.) PROCEEDINGS OF THE. SIXTH ANNUAL CONVENTION OF THE TEXAS DIVISION OF THE, United Daughters OF THE Confederacy. FIRST DAY-MORNING SESSION. Under the most favorable auspices the Sixth Annual Convention of the Texas Division, Daughters of the Confederacy, convened Tuesday morning at the First Baptist Churc enthusiastic in their labor of love in keeping green the memory of great deeds well done by the heroes of the Lost Cause. San Antonio contributed its choicest weather to make the occassion delightful. The interior of the church was beautifully decorated. At the entrance bunting and greenery almost concealed the railing. Potted PAGE 10 -------------------------------------- plants filled the window ledges. The pulpit and the space on each side were tastefully arranged with palms, bunting and cut flowers. From the front of the organ, portraits of Lee and Davis looked down upon the devoted women, who are keeping green the memory of their great deeds. Between them hung the Star of Texas in red, white and blue, at its points, the flag of the Confederacy. To the right of the organ hung a fine portrait of Gen. Barnard E. Bee, after whom San Antonio Chapter is named, and who was the first Confederate General killed at the battle of Manassas, and who first applied the sobriquet of "Stonewall" to Gen. Jackson. Across the star of Texas was spread the silken Confederate flag of Albert Sidney Johnston Camp, U. C. V., while on the right and left hung the flags of the Union. Over the chairman's table was draped the tattered old flag, the standard made by Texas women and carried throughout the war by the soldiers under General Hamilton P. Bee, It is now the property of his widow. The sections reserved for the various chapters were marked by white shields bearing the names of the towns represented. The delegates began arriving shortly after 9 o'clock, and for more than an hour pleasant greetings were exchanged by those who had not met since the last Convention. In the Sunday school room in the basement, the Secretary, Miss Katie L. Daffan, was kept busy receiving the credentials of the delegates, who at the door were provided with badges. Mrs. A. W. Houston, president of the Barnard E. Bee Chapter; Mrs. Cone Johnson, First Vice President; Mrs. Stella P. Dinsmore, Second Vice President; Mrs. Melissa F. Hardy, Third Vice-President; Mrs. Joseph C. Hutcheson, Fourth Vice President; Miss Katie L. Daffan, Secretary; Mrs. Jo. W. Allison, Assistant Secretary; Mrs. Kate Alma Orgain, Treasurer; Mrs. W. P. Lane, Registrar, Mrs. B. F. Eads and Mrs. Lee Cotten had seats upon the platform. It was 10;20 o'clock when Mrs. Houston rapped for order. Dean Richardson, in the absence of Rev. J. H. Harris, pronounced the invocation. Mayor Hicks was ill and unable to attend, and the address of welcome was delivered by District Attorney Carlos Bee. PAGE 11 -------------------------------------- Mr. Bee's address was frequently applauded. At the conclusion, Mrs. Lee Cotten was introduced to deliver the address of welcome on behalf of the Barnard E. Bee Chapter. Mrs. Cotten spoke in a clear, sweet voice that was heard in all parts of the hall. She spoke as follows: MRS. COTTEN'S WELCOME ADDRESS. "Madame President, Delegates and Daughters: In the name of the Barnard E. Bee Chapter, I give you greeting. Welcome was never spoke in more genuine and heartfelt accents that to this gathering of the Daughters of the Confederacy. I can but partially convey to you the sense of pleasure and privlege which we feel in having you as our guest. You have come from every part of our State, each and all inspired by the same spririt of devotion and loyalty to the dear old South and its sacred traditions. "For what purpose do we meet, and why these organizations of the U. D. C.? A question often asked even by our own people; a moment's reflection would bring a ready answer. We have formed these organizations and have our annual conventions, not to rebel at fate and stir up a feeling of bitterness and enmity, as some seem to think, but rather to keep alive that feeling of love for, and loyalty to our fallen heroes, them that still live, and the principles which meant to them liberty, justice, honor, all! We meet to perpetuate the memory of the brave and heroic deeds of those noble sons of the South, our ancestors. Were we to do less, we must surely have the scorn and derision of the civilized world,, for although they may not have been in sympathy with us, they must admire and reverence the great generalship, heroism and ennobling sacrifice made at the altar of principle. In defeat, these gallant soldiers were heroes still, and shall remain so until history shall have recorded its last period of time. "That we do honor to our fallen heroes and care for and comfort these still spared us, does not make us the less good citizens; rather better, for if we are unjust and ungrateful to the one, we will surely be to the other. PAGE 12 -------------------------------------- "Who responded more promptly and with more patriotic zeal to their country's call in our late war with Spain that the heroes of the South and their descendants? And their brilliant achievements during the period add yet another jewel to the already glorious record of the South. We all rejoice that we are once more a reunited country, and hope that the break has been so cemented that nothing can ever sever it, but we will always cherish and hold memory of some clear friend or relative who comforted us in the hour of great affliction and sympathized and suffered with us, Such memories are ennobling and tend to elevate and strengthen the spirit of love and justice. "We trust that the work of this Convention will progress with such unity of purpose and harmony of action that the recollection of it will always revive pleasant memories and be an inspiration for great and noble work. "Hospitality is the corner stone of Southern tradition. It is said that the latch strings of our doors hang ever out; we have taken our doors off their hinges and received you with open doors, open arms and open hearts. "Again, in the name of our honored and beloved President, and each and every member of the Barnard E. Bee Chapter, I bid you welcome to our quaint, beautiful and historic city, rich in memories of peerless courage and glorious achievements." "The Convention, under the leadership of Miss Sallie Vaverick, then sang the "Bonnie Blue Flag." Mrs. B. F. Eads, of Marshall, was introduced to respond to the addresses of welcome. Her address was an eloquent and feeling expression of tender sentiment. She spoke as follows: RESPONSE BY MRS. B. F. EADS "Daughters of the Confederacy: The gallant speaker evidently realizes "That language was given to us that we might say pleasant things to each other." During my brief sojourn in this fair City of Roses, palatial homes, 'progressive clubs' and beauti- PAGE 13 -------------------------------------- ful memories, I have observed that our friends have advanced beyond merely clothing their "ideas with elegance; they do, as well as talk, and it is with pride and genuine pleasure that I yield to the mandate of our accomplished and beautiful President and return in your name heartfelt thanks, and accept for you the proffered courtesy of the fair ladies and chivalrous gentlemen of lovely, historic San Antonio. If 'welcomes' were 'flowers' I am sure our arms would be laden with blossoms. "I am glad that I live in a land where beautiful welcomes grow so Luxuriantly-in this dear land of Dixie--under soft Southern skies, where summer pours out her flood of sunshine and flowers, and the mocking birds flutter and sing in the shadowy nooks, and bright waters ripple in eternal melody by the graves where our heroes are buried. 'I love to breath the balmy Southern air that comes 'filtered through jungles of rose,' whispering the story of Southern deeds of bravery and softly sighing a requiem for the loved and lost. "one cannot be a loyal member of a wonderful organization like this without dwelling with due consideration upon the essential factor, woman herself, and gleaning from bright records of the centuries gone by, some true idea of her influence in the world's great conflicts. "It is always the woman who guides the great events which mark the destiny of mankind; history is replete with the influence of good women, who, amid light and shade, victory and defeat, have stood fast. "every era which marks the world's progress, find ever the women ready and equipped to meet its demands. "Upon us as mothers, wives and daughters of the gallant Confederate heroes, devolves the sacred duty of preserving for posterity a record of their valorous deeds and enshrining in our hearts these precious memories. "Let these dear 'memories' arouse the nobler qualities of our being, and in all that we do let us be true and brave and just, remembering the 'gentle grace' of Mrs. Tobin, our beloved President, who has gone to her reward, and never forgetting the faithfulness PAGE 14 -------------------------------------- and devotion to our 'glorious cause' of Mrs. Cone Johnson, our present, brilliant, chief executive. "But time has furled the battle flags, and hushed the roar of cannon; the curtain dropped long ago upon the mournful scenes of carnage, and time has beautified and comforted and healed until there is nothing left of war, but graves, and garlands and monuments, and veterans and sad, sweet memories. Life is but once--we shall never pass this way again. Bring the cup, wear the roses--but never forge that-- The bravest battle that ever was fought, Shall I tell where and when? On the maps of the world you find it not, "Twas fought by the mothers of men. Nay, not with cannon, or battle shot; With sword or nobler pen; Nay, not with eloquent words or thought From mouths of wonderful men. But deep in a walled-up woman's heart, Of woman that would not yield, But bravely, silently bore her part; Lo! there is the battlefield. No marshaling troops, no bivouac song, No banners to gleam and wave; But oh! these battles--they last so long-- From babyhood to the grave. Yet faithful still as a bridge of stars, She fights in her walled-up town; Fights on the endless wars, Then silent, unseen goes down. Oh, ye with banners and battles hot And soldier to shout and praise, I tell you the kingliest victories fought Are fought in these silent ways. Oh, spotless woman in a world of shame, With splendid and silent scorn' Go back to your God as white as you came, PAGE 15 -------------------------------------- The kingliest warrior born. The bravest battle that ever was fought, Shall I tell you where and when? On the maps of the world you find it not, "Twas fought by the mothers of men. Mrs. Houston then surrendered the gavel to Mrs. Cone Johnson, President of the Division. Mrs. Johnson at once called for the report of the Committee on Credentials, which was read by the Secretary, Miss Katie L. Daffan. CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE REPORT. This report shows the total membership to be 4,933; the total number of votes, 218; the total number of Chapters, 92; the total number of delegates present, 119; the total number of Chapters represented by proxy, 39. It shows the following delegates and alternates present: Galveston - Mrs. Noble. Mrs. Goggan, Mrs. Rosenberg and Mrs. Stone. Waco - Mrs. H. Dunklin, Mrs. N. E. Boggess, Mrs. Bronson and Mrs. Weaver. Alvin - Mrs. Cobbs, Mrs. Yard, Mrs. Sampson, Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Edwards. Sherman - Mrs. Journant. Ennis - Mrs. McCanless. Victoria - Mrs. Brownson and Mrs. Landenburg. San Antonio - Miss Shaefer, Mrs. Cotten, Mrs. Foster, Mrs. Howard, Mrs. Wynne, Mrs. Houston, Mrs. Silliman, Mrs. Nelson, Mrs. McMillan, Mrs. Lankford, Mrs. James, Mrs. Goldstein and Mrs. Austin. Bryan - Mrs. Banks, Mrs. Doremus. Belton - Mrs. Ware, Miss Hustin, Mrs. Smith. Austin - Mrs. Fulmore, Mrs. Robinson, Mrs. Chapman, Mrs. De Lashmutt, Mrs. Storey, Mrs. Seiker, Mrs. Norton, Mrs. Stirzing. Corsicana - Mrs. Winkler, Mrs. Hardy, Mrs. Morris, Mrs. Taley, Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Peck, Mrs. Holbert. PAGE 16 -------------------------------------- Fort Worth - Mrs. Higbee, Miss Melton, Mrs. Clements, Mrs. McConnell. Houston - R. E. Lee Chapter - Mrs. S. W. Lyons, Mrs. Kittrell San Marcos - Mrs. Manlove, Mrs. Bishop. Comanche - Miss Hart, Mrs. Lindsay, Miss Green. Tyler - Mrs. Bonner, Mrs. Daniel, Mrs. Selman. Temple - Mrs. Talley, Mrs. Buchanan, Mrs. Cornelia Stone. Wharton - Mrs. Huston, Mrs. Bolton. Denison - Mrs. Barnett. Lockhart - Mrs. McCurdy, Mrs. Myers. Sulphur Springs - Mrs. Milton, Mrs. Nesbitt. LaGrange - Mrs. Walters. Huntsville - Mrs. Farris, Mrs. Barrett, Miss Nellie Oakes. Eagle Lake - Mrs. Deaton, Miss Davidson, Mrs. Bruce, Mrs. Yates, Mrs. Norris, Miss Conner, Mrs. Guynn. Palestine - Mrs. Crawford. Abilene - Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. Stich. Junction City - Mrs. Boone. Cuero - Mrs. Brownson of Victoria, proxy. Seguin - Mrs. Dibrell. Beaumont - Miss Rogers. Marshall - Mrs. Eads, Mrs. Elgin, Miss Lane. Killeen - Mrs. J. H. Love. Houston - O. M. Roberts Chapter - Miss Dunovant, Mrs. Calhoun, Mrs. Bates, Mrs. Stevens. Mrs. Steele, Mrs. Stieff, Mrs. Larkin, Mrs. King, Miss Criswell, Mrs. Burnes, Mrs. Beavens, Mrs. Hufferman, Mrs. Davis. Hearne - Mrs. Beckham, Mrs. Hazlett. Stephenville - Miss Groesbeck. Waxahachie - Mrs. Baker, Mrs. Bunchannan, Mrs. Watson. Mexia - Miss Watson, Miss Jackson Navasota - Miss Norwood. Groveton - Mrs. R. E. Erwin. Conroe - Mrs. Earthman. Alleyton - Mrs. Butcher. Flatonia - Miss Wheeler. Photo Insert Miss Adelia A. Dunovant, President Texas Division, U. D. C., Houston. PAGE 17 -------------------------------------- Hillsboro - Mrs. President. The conclusion of the reading of the report was the signal for the first lively debate of the session. Mrs. Dinsmore at once moved its adoption. Mrs. Stone, of Galveston, raised the question as to whether delegates from Chapters which had not yet received their charters, should be permitted to vote in the Convention. She wished it decided whether the adoption of the report would admit those delegates to all the privileges of the floor. She held that these Chapters were not entitled to votes. The six new unchartered Chapters found a ready and able champion in Miss Adelia A. Dunovant of Houston. She replied to Mrs. Stone, insisting that the Constitution and the precedents fully sustained her position that the unchartered Chapters who had applied for charters and whose applications had been approved by the State President and Secretary, should be allowed representation in the Convention. She said such Chapters had voted in the past, even during the administration of Mrs. Stone, who now wished to deny them that right. Mrs. Stone denied this. She contended that the charter must be perfected before a Chapter could vote, and she denied that the approval of an application for a charter conferred the right to vote. Miss Daffan, the Secretary, explained that the applications of the Chapters in controversy had been received and approved by the State President, Mrs. Johnson, and by herself and had been forwarded to the general office at Nashville. They had not yet been returned. Miss Dunovant held to her position and pleaded for the new Chapters. "This is not an association of legal quibbling," she said. She moved that the report be adopted, and her motion was seconded. Miss Mensmore moved to amend her original motion, so that the vote could come direct upon the question as to whether the unchartered Chapters should be admitted. This motion was put, although Miss Dunovant insisted that her motion had precedence. PAGE 18 -------------------------------------- "The question, ladies," she said, "is whether by a quibble we shall weaken our association." This was greeted with applause and cries of "no, no." Mrs. Sampson stated that under the administration of Mrs. Stone, no unchartered Chapter had been permitted to vote. Miss Daffan, the Secretary, read the sections of the Constitution applying to the pint under controversy, and the vote was taken. It resulted 103 for admission and 71 against admission. The announcement of the vote was greeted with applause, and on motion of Mrs. Eads, the vote was made unanimous. Mrs. Johnson appointed the following committee on resolutions: Mrs. C. B. Stone, Galveston; Mrs. L. P. Dinsmore, Sulphur Springs; Mrs. T. C. Westbrook, Hearne; Mrs. A. M. Hardy, San Marcos. Captain Sydney S. Johnson, editor of the Confederate Soldier, and other veterans present were introduced. Captain Johnson asked the Convention to endorse his paper as the official organ of the Division. His request was granted on the motion of Mrs. Winkler. The morning session was then adjourned. THE AFTERNOON SESSION The Convention reassembled at 2:30 o'clock, and Miss Daffan offered the following rules of order, which were adopted on motion of Mrs. Stone: First. When a motion is made, the lady in rising must give her name and Chapter, that the stenographer might get it correctly. Second. All motions and resolutions must be sent up in writing and signed by the mover. Third. No lady can speak but once on the same subject until all have spoken who wish, and debate must be limited to five minutes each. Chapter reports must be limited to ten minutes. Miss Daffan then read her report as State Secretary, which follows: As I leave the office of Secretary, I want to express my grateful PAGE 19 -------------------------------------- appreciation to each of the State officers for their many courtesies and prompt acknowledgment of the letter - these often contain words of cheer and encouragement which were a help and a stimulant to me in my work, also to the Chapter presidents and secretaries for their ready and generous compliance with requests made of their Chapters. In them I feel that I have dear friends. Mrs. Allison, my assistant, has been ready with excellent suggestions, and given much of her time to our duties assisting in each department of our work. Our intimate co-worker, our efficient Treasurer, Mrs. Orgain has been accurate and correct in our exchange, thus causing no delay. My predecessor, Mrs. Cone Johnson, first of all, so lightened the work of the Secretary by her timely and valuable amendment of last year - thus assigning to each officer her respective part and systematizing the work of each - she has been thoughtful and considerate in every way, and our relations have been most pleasant. My first duty was a pleasant one - that of writing to each Chapter president assuring her and her Chapter of my hearty cooperation and readiness to assist them in their work. The standing committees were not appointed at the last Convention, but were appointed in January. I then notified each member of the respective committees of her appointment. THE ANNUAL FOR 1900. the work of the annual was begun early in the year, and was ready for the press early in March, but owning to the delay in receiving data, Chapter reports, and the lack of funds at the time in the Treasury, it was not printed until later. Bids for printing the Annual were received from a number of firms. I accepted the bid of an Ennis firm, as it was as cheap as any, thus saving express charges - which would have been a good amount. The Annual contains 201 pages, and increase of 59 pages on last year's Annual. Three pages of engravings, including a picture of our President and each of the State officers, the proceedings entire of the Convention held in Corsicana, December 4, 5, and 6, 1900, the roster of PAGE 20 -------------------------------------- State Division, Chapter reports condensed, statistical exhibit of each department; memorial announcement of the death of our President; a short story of the division; instructions to Chapters; by our State historian, Miss Dunovant, and a tribute by the Secretary and the Constitution and By-Laws. The entire cost of the Annual was $286.30 - with no extra charge for gray covers - $90 was paid Mr. Marchbanks, who did the work, in the beginning. When finished $150.30 cents was paid, leaving a balance due of $46. As twas decided at our last Convention, I wrote to each of the leading railroads in Texas, asking for an advertisement, hoping that we might receive enough to pay cost of printing. To these letters I had only one cash response. The Texas and Pacific Railroad, upon receipts of annual containing their advertisement, sent $25.00. Mrs. J. C. Hutcheson, of Houston, generously donated $2.50, and Mrs. Cone Johnson $1.50 for her picture, making a total of $29. Miss Adelia A. Dunovant, State historian, in compliance with a voluntary offer on her part of the last Convention, paid for the printing of the records of the Historical Department. It was through her offering to pay for the printing of those records in the Annual that the amendment relating to it was adopted. The amount was $4.53. Following a precedent which I did not feel at liberty to violate, I put all officers addresses and proceedings of the Convention in the Annual in full, and since there were twenty0two Chapters organized last year, this made a decided increase in the size of the book, I cut all Chapter reports as much as possible, but with all of that the compass was so great that the Division was not able to pay the entire amount. Realizing that the amount in our Treasury was insufficient to pay the balance of $46.00 due the printer, Mrs. Johson issued a circular letter asking all Chapters to assist by donating each as much as $2.00. To this many of the Charters responded generously, and I appreciate it very much. Mr. Lewis Sexton, a "son of the Confederacy," has done considerable typewriting for the Division, for which he has the thanks of us all, and Mr. Hal Marchbanks, who printed the Annual, has been most kind and thoughtful in many ways. I have issued 110 Charter applications blanks. Ninety-two of PAGE 21 -------------------------------------- those have brought to us live, energetic Chapters, which we welcome lovingly and heartily into our band, and trust they may realize much pleasure and benefit from their work; Oran M. Roberts, Houston; Sterling Price, Lexinton; Benerades Chapter, Laredo; John B. Gordon, Baird; Honey Grove, Honey Grove; T. W. Waul, Hearne; Falls County, Marlin; Calver, Calvert; Ike Turner, Livingston; Barnett-Jarman, Weimer; Mrs. Cone Johnson, Willis Point; Mrs. Jane Claudia Johnson, Celeste; Dreux Hackett, Blossom; General J. B. Griffith, Terrell; Carey W. Styles, Stephenville; Agnes Lee, Lewisville; Sims-Watson, Waxahachie; W. H. Adams, Mexia; Mineola, Mineola; Wallis, Wallis; Stone Fort, Nacogdoches; Hannibal Boone, Navasota; Groveton, Groveton; Frank Lubbock, oakum; Conroe, Conroe; Sunny South Alleyton; Glidden Chapter, Glidden; William S. Holmes, Caldwell; Tom Green, Brenham; Larkin-Secrest, Altair; R. O. Faires Chapter, Flatonio; Del Rio Chapter, Del Rio; College Heights Chapter, Waco; Mosby Chapter, Luling; Gonzales Chapter, Gonzales; Hillsboro Chapter, Hillsboro. There are ninety-two Chapters in the Texas Division, an increase of thirty-seven Chapters since last year. From 55 to 92 we have grown. FINANCES I have issued fifty-nine transfer cards, 1,800 membership application blanks to new Chapters upon organizing. According to Article 7, Section 1 of the Constitution, giving fifty free to each new Chapter, I have sold 4,260 at seventy-five cents per hundred, amounting to $31.95. I have written 1,500 letters and postal cards, trying to answer promptly all letters of inquiry and to send instructions wherever needed and to keep the routine of office work in accurate and correct condition, remembering that the success of all work depends upon attention to detail and close account of small matters. When it was possible, I answered all letters the day they were received, and have tried to do more than was required of me rather than just the specified duties of the office. The preparation of the annual for publication, the roll of Chapters, officers PAGE 22 -------------------------------------- and members, statistics, preparation of blanks, etc., makes the work of the Secretary continuous. Following the precedent of my predecessor, Mrs. Johnson, I have made no charge to the Division for books or stationery used during the year, and have had published, myself, from time to time, letters of instruction to send to Chapters and to send to enthusiastic daughters who were assisting in this grand work. My expense account sent to our Treasurer has only been partial. It is not half of the amount that I have expended, but I expect no compensation from the Division, and give it cheerfully and gladly. When President McKinley died I sent a letter of condolence to the bereaved widow in the name of the Texas Division. To this she replied, expressing great appreciation. My entire work has been the greatest pleasure to me, and I love it, and have given my time cheerfully and heartily. Aside from the death of our dear President, which was universally felt by our Division, the year has been one of great success and advancement in each department of our work. The Chapters are all full of animation and energy, and have observed our decoration and memorial days, and many of them are caring for indigent Confederate Soldiers. And at the many Confederate reunions held over the State last summer, the Daughters of the Confederacy were the leading spirits - they cared for the veterans, opening their hearts and homes and making the stay of the dear old soldiers a pleasant one. The beautiful souvenir programs used at this Convention contain the entire program of the Convention, a picture of General Albert Sidney Johnston, one of our president, are the gifts to the Convention of Mrs. Cone Johnson and were printed by Mr. Hal Marchblanks at Ennis. Let us go on with the work that God has given u to do - never resting until every eligible woman in our State is a "Daughter of the Confederacy" - enjoying with us our many blessings and opportunities, and never forgetting the men who wore the gray, in whose honor our band is formed and whose memory we love. I submit my report with a heart full of love for our sacred cause and every member of the Daughters of the Confederacy. PAGE 23 -------------------------------------- On motion of Mrs. Stone, of Galveston, the report was adopted with thanks to Miss Daffan for her work. REPORTS OF OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES. Mrs. L. P. Talley, for the Auditing Committee reported that the accounts of the State Treasurer, Mrs. Kate Alma Orgain, had been found true and correct. The report was accepted with a vote of thanks to Mrs. Orgain. Mrs. Orgain read her report as Treasurer, showing receipts amounting to $426.70; disbursements of $291.68, leaving a balance of $32.42. Mrs. Houston, as Chairman of the Committee on Transpiration, reported that the division had received unusual courtesies from the railroads, which were acknowledged. Mrs. Sampson moved that Mrs. Katie Cabel Currie, Mrs. Corneia B. Stone, Mrs. Mollie R. M. Rosenberg be elected horary Presidents of the division. Her address (though brief, was full of beautiful sentiment. The motion was adopted unanimously. Miss Dunovant moved that the Mrs. Benedette B. Tobin's name be added to the list of honorary Presidents. This motion was adopted by a rising vote. Miss Daffan read an invitation from the Woman's Club asking the delegates to visit the club at 3;30 o'clock this afternoon and to visit the cooking school at Main and San Pedro Avenues at any time that is convenient. An invitation from Col. E. H. Jenkins to the delegates to a trolley ride, was also read. Both invitations were accepted. Reports from Chapters were then called for and were made as follows; Mrs. Cornelia Branch Stone for Veuve Jefferson Davis Chapter, Galveston. Mrs. N. E. Boggess for Mary West Chapter, Waco. Mrs. Cobbs for Lamar Fontaine Chapter. Mrs. McCanless, for Ennis Chapter, Ennis. PAGE 24 -------------------------------------- Mrs. Brownson, for William P. Rogers Chapter, Victoria. Mrs. T. O. Foster, for Barnard E. Bee Chapter, San Antonio. Mrs. W. A. Banks, for L. D. Ross Chapter, Bryan. Mrs. Peck, for Navarro Chapter, Corsicana. Miss Katie L. Daffan, for Mildred Lee Chapter, Lampasas. Mrs. John T. Bonner, for Mollie Moore Davis Chapter, Tyler. Mrs. L. P. Talley, for L. P. Talley Chapter, Temple. Mrs. Houston, for J. E. B. Stuart Chapter, Wharton. The rest of the reports were post-poned until today. A beautiful bunch of roses was presented to Mrs. Mollie R. McGill Rosenbert (of Galveston, First Vice President of the General Association of the Daughters of the Confederacy, by Lamar Fontaine Chapter, of Alvin. Mrs. Rosenberg was introduced to the Convention. On motion of Mrs. Dinsmore recess was taken in order that delegates might enjoy the carriage drive tendered by Barnard E. Bee Chapter. A MOST INTERSTING EVENING SESSION The Convention was re-assembled for the evening session at 9 o'clock. The invocation was pronounced by Rev. Arthur G. Jones, Pastor of the First Presbyterian Church. Miss Katie L. Daffan, Secretary, read a telegram of greeting from R. H. Carin, Adjutant, General George Moorman Camp, U. C. V., Hearne, Texas. "Durand's Second Valse," was beautifully rendered on the piano by Miss Lettie Lankford of San Antonio. Mrs. J. M. Brownson, of Victoria, in introducing Mrs. Cone Johnson, said: Madam President, Officers, Daughters of the Confederacy and Visitors; Before we proceed further with the active duties of our assembly, we will pause for a moment, for "Something beautiful has vanished And we sigh for it in vain; PAGE 25 -------------------------------------- We behold it everywhere On the earth and in the air, But it never comes again." There was one who brought all her gifts of a charming and magnificent personality to promote the welfare of this division. Her experience in the management of public affairs was mature and varied and her unfaltering energy brooked no defeat. Entering upon the fourth month of her second term of office, Mrs. Benedette B. Tobin is stricken. "God's finger touched her" and she sleeps. She has gone from us to enter the land that is fairer than day. "God buried the worker but He carried on the work." Fifty-eight Chapters are left without a leader! Modestly, tenderly, reverently, our Vice President takes up the gavel, and her first official action is to call upon the Chapters to pay respectful tribute to our lamented President. You will pardon a personality, but I cherish for this little woman, feelings most tender and loving. When wearied with the Secretary ship of 1899, she was my successor and throughout her term of office, rendered me many gracious courtesies and gave me praise when praise was due herself alone. We rewarded her with the Vice Presidency and she has repaid us by devoting her entire time to the arduous work of this, the largest division of United Daughters of the Confederacy. Full of resources, and youthful zeal, she ahs happily carried out all the plans outlined by her predecessor, and so appealed to the sense of heroism, honor and justice in our Legislature that it made an appropriation for the erection of a monument over the grave of one of hr own heroic sons, who fell while leading his army to victory at Shiloh. I refer to General Albert Sidney Johnston. Ladies and gentlemen, it is my pleasure to introduce Mrs. Cone Johnson, President of the Texas Division, who will now deliver the annual address. MRS CONE JOHNSON'S ADDRESS. Mrs. Johnson said: Daughters of the Confederacy, Ladies and Gentlemen; The PAGE 26 -------------------------------------- sixth annual Convention of the Texas Division, U. D. C., should he, and I feel sure it will be, the means of bringing our members into a closer and nearer relationship with each other, and of cementing the ties of sisterhood and friendship which binds the Division together, and the business of the Convention will be transacted in loving harmony and in a spirit which seeks alone the good of the organization. To this end, your Acting President will strive to contribute, and we confidently rely upon every delegate present to lend her co-operation and assistance. We meet under favorable auspices, but at the threshold of our deliberations, we are saddened by the absence and death of our President-she who labored so joyfully and unceasingly in the work of the Division, and who, with the loyalty and bravery of a soldier on duty, stood at her post through days and nights of weary pain, until she was relieved by the Angel of Death. And our hearts go out in sympathy to the sister who has so cheerfully planned and contrived, though with an aching heart, for our pleasure and entertainment. The broken threads of Mrs. Tobin's plans and purposes could be only partly and imperfectly gathered up by those who succeeded her in her work, and this has made the work more difficult and less fruitful of results. But I feel that we have much reason for congratulations, and that the work has been wonderfully successful. A brief outline of the works so done I will attempt now to give. Mrs. Tobin's death was announced to all the Chapters with request that suitable memorial exercises be held by all the Chapters, and that mourning be worn for thirty days, which suggestion was observed by all the Chapters. I received also a message of sympathy to the Texas Division for the Tennessee Division, assembled in Convention, which was published. Since March 1 there have been organized thirty-eight new Chapters. This is encouraging, but there are many places in Texas where there should be splendid active Chapters, where none such Chapter in every town in Texas when the great Confederate Reunion shall meet in Dallas next spring. It should be a matter of pride as well as pleasure for us to assist and hold up the hands of the Dallas Chapter in their effort PAGE 27 -------------------------------------- to make that occasion one of unequalled success and of unalloyed pleasure to the old heroes. The conscientious and faithful work of the Secretary, Miss Daffan, and her excellent assistant, Mrs. Allison, has contributed largely to the success of our Division. The work of her office has been heavy and laborious, and has demanded practically her entire time, yet through it all, she has exhibited a sweet and cheerful patience, and has given to every detail of her office, the most painstaking and accurate attention. Practically all the work of the Division sooner or later passes through the Secretary's hands and she has attended to it with remarkable alacrity and ability. May God bless her. The work of the Registrar's office, which has largely increased during the year past, has been performed by Mrs. Lane with system and accuracy and with that devotion and attention to the work of the Daughters which has always characterized her work. While on this subject, and as many of the Chapters have applied to me for information, I recommend that the Registrar of each Chapter send to the State Registrar the change of name and address and all transfers of members from one Chapter to another. The work of the Historical Department, under the able direction and management of the Historian, Miss Dunovant, has increased both in activity and interest. She has sent out to the Chapters monthly programs which have been a great benefit and aid to the Chapters in their historical work. To secure truthful data for future histories, and to arouse in the minds of our people a healthy interest in matters of history connected with the war between the States, as one of the prime objects of our organization which should never be lost sight of, would it not be well for the Division to offer a prize or prizes for the best essay or work in Confederate History by the pupils of the public schools of Texas? I can only briefly touch upon this matter and will leave it to others to formulate the idea, if it is deemed of sufficient importance. Our sweet and modest Treasurer, Mrs. Orgain, has handled the finances of the Division wisely and faithfully. There has been on the part of the Chapters a general response in the payment PAGE 28 -------------------------------------- of dues, State and General, but the expenses of the Division have been necessarily increased, owing to the increase of the work and the income of the Division expenses, though several of the officers have borne the expenses of the offices. A circular letter was sent out to the Chapters explaining this deficiency which was not due to any fault on the part of any of the officers, nor to extravagance or unnecessary expens. The annual has so increased in size and cost that the present dues will not meet the other expenses of the Division and pay the publication of the Annual. Our State Regent, Mrs. Winker, has labored in season and out of season, with zeal and determination to have Texas fittingly represented in the Museum at Richmond, and, through her efforts, funds have been raised for a memorial window to Hood's Brigade, and she has other plans on foot, which she will explain in her annual report. The work in which she is engaged is of great importance, and her efforts deserve the support and hearty co-operation of all Daughters. Your Acting President has re-established the U. D. C. column in the Houston Post, and our gifted Mrs. Sydnor has kindly again taken charge of the same. A similar department was established in the Waco Times-Herald, which Mrs. Dunklin is most ably and interestingly editing. As State Chairman of the Jefferson Davis Monument Fund, Mrs. Rosenberg, in her own quiet and persistent way, has labored incessantly for that object. She has raised $1,235.95 for this fund. The central Committee have $38,000 on hand and desire to unveil the monument June 3, 1904, by which time they hope to have raised the $75,000 required for this purpose. May we not hope that the fund will be raised and speedily, so that the name and memory of Jefferson Davis will be fittingly honored by the erection of a monument commensurate with his great renown. This duty has been too long delayed already, and if every Daughter of the Confederacy was thoroughly aroused in this matter, it would not be long until the grave of our sainted chieftain, who so long bore with fortitude and resignation the supposed sins of his people, would be marked by a shaft of marble and a bronze piercing the heavens and pointing the way he has gone. At the Montgomery Convention a plea was made for the pre- PAGE 29 -------------------------------------- servation of the battlefield of Bull Run, and Texas pledged %50 to this fund. Attention to this matter should have been called at the Corsicana Convention, but was overlooked. When my attention was called to it in the summer, our Division was then without funds, and a call had just been made on the Chapters for the balance due on the Annual, so I thought it best to let the matter stand over till this Convention. At Wilminton, Mrs. Rosenberg, with that greatness of heart which has ever characterized her, advanced this amount, so that Texas should not be found wanting, and steps we should be at once taken to repay Mrs. Rosenberg. At the Corsicana Convention a resolution was introduced, but no action taken on it, that the Daughters undertake the work of establishing a home for widows and orphans of Confederate soldiers. I have been requested, as Acting President of the Division, to take this work up; but, inasmuch as the Convention at Corsicana took no action on the resolution, I did not feel authorized to commit the Division to that undertaking, however much I may have personally favored such a movement; therefore, I refer to the matter to this Convention for its action and consideration. A work which lay close to the heart of the Daughters has at last been accomplished by a liberal and patriotic Legislature, and a monument is at last to be erected over the grave of that knightly spirit, the hero as Shiloh, whose sacred dust was reclaimed by the people of Texas from New Orleans more than thirty years ago. This work was originally begun by Mrs. Tobin and the Albert Sidney Johnston Chapter at Austin, who have made his grave the especial object of their attention and devotion. The matter was laid before the regular Legislature by petitions and memorials, through the Albert Sidney Johnston Monument Committee; but the petitions was not granted and the appropriation was not made. When I learned that there was to be a special session of the Legislature, I determined, as Acting President of the Division, to again bring the matter before the Governor and our lawmakers, believing that the matter could be accomplished as well at a special session, if not better, than at the regular session, when there would be so many urging that our claims would not receive their due consideration. I called upon Senator R. N. Stafford, of Mineola, an experienced legislator, who promised his support and assistance, and who made. PAGE 30 -------------------------------------- many valuable suggestions as to the best way in which to bring the matter before the Legislature. Realizing that a healthy public sentiment should be aroused, and acting accordingly, all the leading dailies and weeklies of the State were sent a copy of the petition to be presented to the Governor and the Legislature, with request to publish same and comment favorably in their editorial columns, which a very great many did, to their honor and credit. Printed copies of the petition which I had drawn up, numbering near 600, were sent out to the leading and prominent men of the State, with a personal letter, urging them to sign the same and to write the Governor a strong letter recommending our project, and hundreds of these petitions were signed with hundreds of names and such letters were written to the Governor and to the Legislature. A copy of the petition was also sent to 200 Camps of Confederate Veterans, to all members of the A. S. Johnston Committee and to all the Chapters, and after the Chapters, and they were always universally signed by the Camps, and many of the veterans sent strong letters to the Governor and legislators urging the appropriation. All these letters and petitions were arranged and collected in convenient form, headed by a strong appeal from that grand old man, Judge John H. Reagan. When the Legislature met, Senator Stafford and other friends of the measure presented them to the Governor, whit a strong appeal from your Acting President, our object being, if possible, to have Governor Sayers to specially submit the matter to the Legislature, and, if this were not done, then to have the matter included in the general appropriation bill, as I had been informed by Senators Dibrell, Turney, and other able lawyers, could be done under the call of the Governor. Governor Sayers expressed his hearty approval of the matter, and was greatly impressed with the strong showing made by us, and he suggested that the matter could e included in the general appropriation bill, and if it were he would give the same his approval. Time forbids that I should enter into further detail; suffice it to say that after ascertaining this I sent 200 circular and personal letters to the legislators, the finance committee of the House, with Hon. W. H. Marsh's most valued assistance, very promptly included the item of $10,000 for this monument in the bill reported by them. Senator Patterson, of Bell county, offered a like amendment to the Senate bill, and it PAGE 31 -------------------------------------- was passed by both Houses, and was approved by the Governor. A further compliment was paid to the Daughters by the bill providing that the President of the Daughters shall be a member of the committee under whose direction the monument will be selected, erected and the appropriation expended. I wish time permitted me to give the names of those who supported and voted for the appropriation, but the record of their names in the journal of the Legislature will ever be a roll of honor, and one which the Daughters of the Confederacy and all patriotic citizens of Texas will long cherish and preserve. The only sadness connected with this glorious work is that our President did not live to see it accomplished. I have met with the committee, composed of the Governor, Comptroller and Superintendent of Public Buildings and Grounds and the President of the Daughters, at which meeting it was decided to erect the monument in the State Cemetery and over our hero's grave, and steps were also taken to secure plans and bids for the work. I found Governor Sayers, Comptroller Love and Superintendent Harlan all thoroughly in sympathy with and interested in the project and anxious to speedily erect the monument, and to have the same as handsome as the sum will permit, and we may soon expect to see justice done to the great name and fame of that gallant and heroic soldier, whose deeds of valor add luster to the Confederate cause and glory to the Confederate arms. Several of the Chapters have bestowed crosses of honor upon the dear old veterans. There is no work or ceremony which is more beautiful and impressive than this, and I know from the experience of my own Chapter that there is nothing which brings us into such close relations with the veterans as this bestowal of crosses. The veterans dearly prize these little tokens of our affection and wear them as proudly over their dear old hearts as a knight of old wore his decoration. By recent enactment of the Cross of Honor Committee, it was decided to issue the crosses of honor only on Memorial Day, January 19 and June 3, and assurance was given that they would be issued without so much delay. I have sent out, during the eight months I have acted as your President, in addition to the work mentioned above, about 800 circulars to the Chapters on the work of the Division and letters and PAGE 32 -------------------------------------- instructions to Chapters organizing, besides writing hundreds of personal letters. Three hundred and thirteen membership certificates have been signed and forwarded by me. On the death of President Mckinley I wired a message to Mrs. McKinley on behalf of the Division. I have made several organizing trips and delivered some addresses on the work of the Daughters, and was invited to many of the reunions held during the summer. I was also paid the splendid compliment by the Chapter at Willis Point, who flatteringly gave my name to the Chapter. And, all in all, I think I may say that in my humble way I have tried faithfully to discharge the duties of the office and, as best I could, carry on the work of our Division conscientiously and fearlessly. I am most happy to tell you that at the recent United Daughters of the Confederacy Convention, held at Wilminton, Texas led all the States in number and in good work. We had 159 votes, with Georgia following us with 88. Our organization, numbering 25,000 members, is now the largest organization of women in the United States, and Texas has 4,933 of these members. We were royally entertained and were kindly welcomed to the State by Governor Aycock, and to the city of Wilminton by the Mayor and the Cape Fear Chapter. One of the leading daily papers stated that "Wilmingon was charmed with the Daughters of the Confederacy;" that they "represented the beauty and most noble womanhood of the South and would be an honor to any kingdom on earth." The Convention adopted this motto: "To think, to love, to pray, to dare, to live," and adopted the cotton plant as our floral emblem. Texas was honored by the election of our noble-hearted Mrs. Rosenberg as Vice-President of the E. D. C. The first morning of the Convention, Mrs. Rosenberg, through Mrs. Stone, presented the U. D. C. with a beautiful silk flag, as a loving memorial of her parents. Miss Dunovant, our State Historian, delivered an able and eloquent address, which received highest praise. And the eight delegates present felt that though they had almost traversed the continent to reach that city by the sea, they were well repaid for their long trip by the merited honors that Texas received. We were right proud we were Texans, and wished that all our Daughters could have been there. I have sometimes been met with the question; "What is the PAGE 33 -------------------------------------- object of the Daughters of the Confederacy? What good do they accomplish?" and I have sometimes heard it said that we seek to keep alive sectional differences and create sectional bitterness. Imperfect has been our work if such erroneous ideas are permitted to stand. Our Constitution, in declaring the objects of the order, speaks for itself. It declares our object to be "benevolent, historical and social," to "fulfill the duties of sacred charity to Confederate veterans and their descendants;" "to collect and preserve material for a true history of the 'war between the States,' and to strive that American History shall be properly taught n the public schools of the State, and to erect monuments to the heroes of the Confederacy." A nobler purpose never drew good women together. This is a work of simple justice to the South, which, if it ever be done, our own people must do; other will not. To this sacred duty we are bound and pledged by all the sacred ties of a glorious future. We stand to-day upon ground made holy by the blood of those who fought and died that we might be free. And as the civilized world now freely acknowledges the glorious heroism and patriotism of those who perished at the Alamo, let us gather fresh inspiration and enter with renewed vigor upon our work, to exhibit to the same world that those who fought for the South, fought and died to preserve the same freedom which the blood of Crockett and Bowie secured for us. In closing, I wish to thank you one and all for your unfailing courtesy and kindness to me during the eight months I have acted in the capacity of your President. The work has been pleasant and has gone quietly and steadily on, and the year is marked by a wonderful success and a general renewed interest in all lines and offices. The members of Barnard E. Bee Chapter, its President and the good people of San Antonio have our heartfelt thanks for their kind and generous hospitality. May God bless our Daughters and our Southern land. At the close of Mrs. Johson's address, Mrs. L. P. Talley stated that she would like the Daughters to know that Mrs. Johson had submitted no bill of her many expenses incurred in the discharge of her duty. Mrs. Cornelia Branch Stone moved a rising PAGE 34 -------------------------------------- vote of thanks to Mrs. Johnson for her work, which motion was carried unanimously. A cello solo was exquisitely rendered by Mr. Goldstein. Mrs. A. V. Winkler, Regent for Texas for the Confederate Museum, Richmond, Va., presented an interesting report of her work. It included a list of the relics of the Confederacy contributed through Mrs. Winkler to be placed in the Texas Room at the Museum. Among these is the satchel in which the great seal of the Confederacy was brought from England, and this interesting relic will be placed on exhibition in the Convention Thursday. Mrs. Winkler exhibited to the delegates the design of the General John B. Hood Memorial Window to be placed in Texas Room. She reported that Major Littlefield, of Austin, had offered to supply the money necessary to secure the Terry Ranger Window. It is now proposed to provide a window in memory of Dick Dowling and his men. This announcement was greeted with great applause. Mrs. Winkler urgently recommended that the Division place a portrait of Mrs. Benedett B. Tobin in the Texas Room. A subscription was started at once for this purpose. The sum of $67 was subscribed in a few minutes. Mrs. Dinsmore, seconded by Mrs. C. B. Stone, moved a rising vote of thanks to Mrs. Winkler for her work, and it was given with a will. Miss Kate L. Daffan rendered in charming style a selection on the piano entitled "A Confederate Medley." The medley is original with Miss Daffan and was given by request. It aroused the greatest enthusiasm, Mrs. Rosenberg breaking out in the "rebel yell." She did it so effectually that the Confederate flags were taken from their resting places by enthusiastic ladies and waved while the assemblage rose and cheered and applauded. The scene was in inspiring one and was quite the feature of the session. The medley was composed of the following selections and played with great spirit in the order named: "Dixie," "Bonnie Blue Flag," "The Girl I left Behind Me," "Maryland, My Maryland," "Old Kentucky Home," "Annie Laurie," "Coming Through the Rye," "Swannee River," "Massa's In the Cold, Cold Ground," "Old Uncle Ned," "Old Black Joe," "Car- PAGE 35 -------------------------------------- ry Me Back to Old Virginia," "Lorena," "Just Before the Battle, Mother," "Tenting To-night On the Old Camp Ground," "Home, Sweet Home," "Dixie." The Convention then adjourned for a social session, and for an hour the time was spent most pleasantly by the delegates. SECOND DAY - MORNING SESSION. It was 10 o'clock when the President called the Convention to order on Wednesday morning. The invocation was pronounced by Rev. W. W. Wood. Miss Kate L. Daffan, the Secretary, read the minutes of the Tuesday sessions. Miss Dunovant suggested that the expression, "unchartered Chapters," be changed to "Chapters that have applied for but have not received charters," so as to prevent any misconception of the meaning of the action taken Tuesday on this matter. Her suggestion was adopted. The minutes were then approved. Miss Adelia A. Dunovant, Historian of the Division, presented her report, which was an able paper, full of argument and facts, justifying the Southern States in attempting to withdraw from the Union. Following is the address: As the effective operation of our organization is dependent upon a clear conception of the nature and scope of history, and as its scope embraces both human action and principles, I will discuss "Principles in Their Relations to Human Action." We seek no pearl on the foam-crested wave, nor golden ore on the surface of the teeming earth; then, why seek we the pearl of truth on opinion's evanescent wave, or hope to find the golden vein of right on the external field of circumstance: Down into the gulf of the soul we must go; down to the depths, and trace the passion veins, if we would win the gem of truth, and set it in the golden light of honor unalloyed. Even our most earnest, ardent efforts to vindicate the men of the Confederacy become futile by reason of our failure to search further than the surface of events. Borne on by the subtle sophistry that questions of principle can be measured in the scale of ma- PAGE 36 -------------------------------------- terial interests, we place the principle of right in the scale of physical victory, which is as illogical as would be the attempt to balance an Esau's mess of pottage with a feather dropped from an angel's wing. Principles must be measured by principles. We should take the principles which the South represented and weigh them against the principles represented by the North. We gather the few gems of principle that, in the great upheaval of war, were cast, dimmed and broken, on the Styxian shore of the decadent South. But we fail to dive into the depths and rescue the smallest fragment of every sorrow-gulfed gem, seal them with ardent devotion, range them in unbroken line on the tested chain of evidence and bind them on the brow of clear understanding that their translucent light may put to shame the gaudy, manufactured beads of Assumtuous Success. With what small efficacy are displayed a few disconnected gems from the South's crown of honor it is not necessary to prove. Bay by day the wheel of self-adulation is trampling them into the dust. The eyes of introspection seen persistently closed and beyond the veneered present none seek to penetrate. "Why permit ye this to be?" seems wafted from the mystic realm where dwell those whose honor lies in our hands. Upon that spirit- winged message my thoughts mount, and feebly, feebly flutter in the radiance of the Infinite Spirit of God. Why, I ask, has the great Jehovah given man the privilege to ascend and bathe his soul in the radiance that emanates from the Divine Spirit - why, if man is amenable alone to physical force - "if man is subject to that which governs the beast of the field?" Why are we given the power to enter into the depths of the human soul and explore the labyrinth of human joy, sorrow, pleasure, pain, hope, disappointment, anguish, despair, faith - why is this? It is that we may know that man is more than the creature of circumstance; that outward action is not al; that it is the inward springs of character that justly determine man's position toward his brother man. It is that we may see broader, higher, deeper, than the narrow plain of the present. It is that we may not accept opinion, which to-day is, and to-morrow is whirled by some fitful gust into the vast desert of nothingness. It is that we may measure and weigh, and balance man in the moral scale. PAGE 37 -------------------------------------- That we should recognize the existence and power of unseen forces in nature, and yet not consider human action further than externals seems unaccountable. We see the storm come forth from the Creator's workhouse, and, as it strides nearer and nearer, in savage agitation, the cloud mask shivers and the portentous sky a weird background forms for the lightnings as they track the heavens with fantastic lurid step. And the thunder, as if in grand applause, sends forth detonating roar. As this manifestation of the elements man's understanding leaps and seek entrance into nature's mysteries. On the threshold the eager eye discerns on the partly opened book of Nature "unseen Forces." But sealed pages refuse a complete knowledge. We see grim war come forth, and track the earth with human gore, and the heavens are blacker and the air is pierced with tones more awful than ever tempest sent forth. But unlike the disturbance of the elements the hidden forces of which red-handed war is but the instrument, can be revealed; they can be tracked to the cave of human passion; they can be dragged before the tribunal of justice and truth, and can be confronted with ordinances, based upon principles that can never die. Where are those ordinances to be found? In the constitutions of the States and of the United States and in the laws made in accordance with those constitutions. In giving a man a moral standard of right (the Bible' the Creator has indicated the necessity for a political standard. That standard is the constitution of the United States. As Jefferson Davis has remarked; "It is not the government of the United States, and the laws made in accordance with the constitution." Then, the constitution being declared supreme, it follows that obedience is due and that the party that disobeyed is the guilty party. That Abraham Lincoln and his party violated the constitution can be easily proved by considering the nature of that instrument. The constitution of the United States sets forth the terms of union between free, sovereign and independent States, each retaining its separate sovereignty and delegating to the general gov- PAGE 38 -------------------------------------- ernment, only such powers as would be conducive to the prosperity and welfare of all the members of the Federal republic. The constitution was framed by the States, submitted to the States, and adopted by the States. Thus it is seen that the constitution made the Union, not the Union the constitution. As John C. Calhoun once tersely remarked: "There would have been no Union without the Constitution." We hear much of the Constitution, or interpretation of the Constitution. Every President of the United States, from Jefferson to Lincoln, held that the Constitution was a compact between sovereign States. In the celebrated debate in the United States Senate in 1833 between Mr. Calhoun and Mr. Webster, the former established beyond controversy that the Constitution is a compact. As he remarked: "ours is a system of Federal States, each retaining its distinct existence and sovereignty." In 1828 more than two-thirds of the States gave that construction through their representatives in the United States Senate. Again, in 1860, resolutions declaratory of those same principles were introduced in the United States Senate by Jefferson Davis, and were passed. As to the rightfulness of secession: The right of secession was recognized in all parts of the Union during the earlier days of the Republic, and by every President from Jefferson to Lincoln. Judge Tucker, one of the earliest and ablest commentators on the Constitution, says: "The submission of a State to the operation of the Federal Government is voluntary." Another early and able commentator, Mr. Rawle of Pennsylvania, has said: "The right of a state to secede from the Union depends upon the will of the people of such State." Among eminent foreign writers who made our institutions their study, I quote (as does Alexander H. Stephens) from De Tocqueville: "The Union was formed by the voluntary agreement of the States; and these, in uniting have not been reduced to the condition of one and the same people. If one of the States should choose to withdraw from the Union, the Federal Government PAGE 39 -------------------------------------- would have no means of maintaining its claims, either by force or right." Mr. Webster admitted that if the Constitution were a compact, the right of secession followed, as a matter of course; and the fact that he never attempted a reply to Mr. Cahoun's arguments proving that it was a compact, is unquestioned admission on the part of Mr. Webster of the right of succession. As late as November, 1860, Horace Greeley, the noted abolitionist, said in his paper, the New York Tribune: "Those who would rush into carnage to defy and defeat sucession would place themselves already in the wrong." What of Lincoln? Lincoln declared those same general principles in 1848. Proof that the Confederates were the Constitutional party is so abundant that nothing short of many volumes could contain all the incontrovertible evidence. But, would the establishment of that historic fact complete our fulfillment of duty? Far from it. Our Association is properly not only one of historic memories, but of vital present interests; not only one of sentiment, but of unity. History should be made to serve its true purpose by bringing its lessons into the present and using them as a guide to the future. Oh, mothers of our Southland, the preservation of constitutional liberty depends upon you; depends upon your instilling its principles into the minds and souls of your children; depends upon your teaching them the application of those principles to issues. Of what avail is simply the knowledge of the honor and heroism of the Confederate soldier, the high morale of the Confederate Army, the unimpeachable integrity of the Confederate soldier? Of what avail is this knowledge if the young men of our land are not taught that those lofty virtues can be emulated only be exercising a vigilant guardianship over the fundamental principles of liberty and by considering opposing principles in their bearings upon questions which affect the organic structure of our Federal system? Of what profit is it to proclaim that our fathers were the conservers of constitutional liberty if their children and their PAGE 40 -------------------------------------- grandchildren and their great grandchildren are not? Is it not rather a shame? It seems to me that our error lies in embalming, as it were, the historic truths and putting them away in the tomb of the Confederacy - making them as devoid of energizing influence as an Egyptian mummy - instead of bringing them and keeping them ever before us in the vital, living present. Memory is not a passivity, but an ever-active faculty. What lies before us is, not only loyalty to memories, but loyalty to principles, not only the building of monuments, not only the vindication of the men of the confederacy; for, great and worthy as are these objects, there is that which is of even greater importance - the vindication of the principles which those heroes and those monuments represent. Why greater? The vindication of those principles would result in their perpetration in the lives of the present and future generations, and would make us altogether worthy of ancestors, who, in surrendering did not surrender the right to hold the truth, to proclaim the truth, to implant the turth. If I were asked what it is that prevents our Association reaching the zenith of noble purpose, I would answer: The misconceptions of the legal consequences of the war. This misconception arises from regarding the field of battle as the only arena and failing to resort to that of logic and truth. Force may control human action and effect settlement, but it can not enslave the intellect, unless we so will. On the arena of logic and truth it would be seen that the measures passed by Congress during the Reconstruction period did not in reality affect the Federal organic law, because those amendments were not made in the prescribed manner. The peoples of the several Southern States were compelled under duress to go through the forms of adopting the fourteenth amendment. If we examine the policy of the centralists we will see even in this instance a pretended recognition of the states, and we would also see that notwithstanding their bold usurpation of power they never openly denied the federative character of the government. On the contrary, says Mr. Stephens: PHOTO INSERT Mrs. B. F. Eads, Secretary Texas Division U. D. C., Marshall PAGE 41 -------------------------------------- "They openly and avowedly proclaimed that in passing these measures they were acting 'outside the Constitution.'" This is a most important admission to be borne in mind and it strengthens Mr. Stephens' assertion (an assertion based on unanswerable logic0 that nothing really affecting the vital pricipals of the organic structure of our federated system of government has been accomplished or even claimed to have been accomplished. That some of our own writers should claim that those palpable usurpations of power, the consideration due legitimate measures notwithstanding that they never ventured to submit those measures to the courts - that some of our writers should, not withstanding all this bring the monster, "centralism," from its covert place and clothe it with the robe of legality is, to say the least, surprising and disappointing. As regards citizenship of the Union: The clause creating or, rather, declaring it being a part of the fourteenth amendment, is, of course, included in my comments upon that amendment, I would all: Why is it that the people of the District of Columbia (a Federal district) can not vote for the President of the United States if the United States has citizens? The consistency of the Federal Government claiming citizens in a State and not in a Federal district is apparent. Many inconsistencies, many misconceptions can be accounted for in three words: Conquest of opinion. The conquest of opinion has been insidiously prosecuted for thirty-five years and there is no greater witness to our having succumbed than words which we are ceasing to employ and those which we are miss-applying and diverting from their original and true meaning. We say "America," instead of the "United States;" "Nation," instead of the "United States." There are two instance of a noun in the singular number replacing a plural noun. What does that signify but centralism, consolidation; Other instances are "Civil War" instead of "war between the "States;" "rebel" applied to patriots. These words conceal a thousand subtle poisons more fatal PAGE 42 -------------------------------------- than blade or bullet. They have arrested ten thousand flashes of reason and left us in simi-darkness to unconsciously trample on the very principles we honor. The application of the term "rebel" to Confederates is a very grave error - destruction of the hope of establishing the South's just claim to being the constitutional party, involving the right of secession, and, in consequence, acknowledging the right of coercion. It makes the sending of troops into a South a constitutional act, which Lincoln tried by sophistry to prove, but which has been disproved by all who earnestly seek reason and truth. The common saying. "Washington was a rebel, and we are rebels, too," is a very grave error, and will be readily so recognized if we consider the distinctive difference between the revolutionary war and the war of the States. I will remark, parenthetically, that any ancestors were not tories, but fought, like Washington, to overthrow monarchial rule. The Revolutionary War was a war between colonists and their mother country; the other war (the war between the States) was a war between citizens of coequal States. One was a rebellion of subjects against an established monarchy; the other was the resistance of free, sovereign and independent States to the encroachment of their common agent - the General Government - the resistance of the creators to the creature. The fact that the enemy applies to us the term "rebels" should of itself be sufficient cause us to regard the term as intended by them one of opprobrium. They know full well that it is only be asserting that we were rebels that they can, in the least, be justified in the unholy war. The fame of the Northern soldier is of physical force; the glory of the Southern soldier is of moral courage. The reputation of the Northern soldier rests upon numerical strength; the renown of the Southern soldier is based upon unexcelled skill and fortitude. One sought conquest; the other justice. One drew the sword in vengeful hate; the other without hatred or malice One climbed to the height of worldly success; the other attained the summit of lofty virtue. One triumphed; the other lost. But with his face to the for and his eye toward heaven. His was the defeat of the vanquished patriot- no broken faith, but a broken heart; his shoulders spotless, but his body scarred; PAGE 43 -------------------------------------- his worldly inheritance seized destroyed, but the priceless wealth of a clear conscience was still his own. Ashes marked the spot of his once peaceful home, but on the dismal scene he an altar to his country raised. And around that altar we, the daughters of the Southland, in reverent devotion gather feeding its dimly burning light with ardent, love and filling the emory-haunted scene with the triumphant refrain; The body may to the sword fall victim, but truth can never know of death and if yet will rise and weave into the tapestry of the world's most honored, the words, "Men of the Confederacy." On motion of Mrs. Hardy, Miss Dunovant was tendered a rising vote of thanks for her able address. Miss Katie L. Daffan read a communication from Dr. Frederick Terrell, Acting President of the San Antonio Club, inviting the Daughters to an informal reception Wednesday evening; also from R. H. Russell, Manger of the Texas Hot Sulphur Water Sanitarium Company inviting the Daughters to visit the hot sulphur baths during their stay in the city. Both invitations were accepted with thanks. An offer of the international & Great Northern Railway to transport all delegates who hold excursion rate tickets to Monterey, Mex., and return, without extra cost, was read. Thanks were returned for this kind offer. An invitation from Frank Reich, sculptor of the Confederate monument, to visit his studio and inspect the models of the Austin Confederacy monument, was accepted. The following report from Ella A. Sydnor, of Houston, Chairman of the Anniversary Committee, was read, in absence of Mrs. Sydnor, by Miss Katie L. Daffan: REPORT OF ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE As soon as possible after I had been notified of my appointment as Chairman of the Anniversary Committee, I prepared programs to be used for our three anniversaries, the birthday of Robert E. Lee and Jefferson Davis and Confederate Veteran Decoration PAGE 44 -------------------------------------- Day on 26th of April. The programs were sent to the then existing sixty Chapters for which thanks are due Miss Alice Kittrell. The first two anniversaries are almost universally celebrated on the proper days; but I would say a word in regard to memorial or Decoration Day. There seems to exist a great difference of opinion among the Chapters of our State division, many selecting the time and season that best suits their convenience. In one city where there are two Chapters, one held services and decorated the graves on the 21st of April, and the other on the proper day, the 26th of April. Some of the Chapters decorate on November 1st; others in June, etc. Let us not forget that the 26th of April was set apart, by spontaneous consent, being the anniversary of the doomsday of the Lost Cause. No more fitting time than the anniversary of the loss of the cause so dear to their souls could have been chosen for the preparation of the memory of the heroes who had lain down their lives in battle for what they deemed the right. Women and women alone inaugurated the custom and it is the faithful devotions of women that we must look to perpetuate it. Let us, then, in sweet communion of spirit join with our sisters all over the Southland on the 26th of April to do honor to our dead; and as we linger in God's acre reluctant to leave them. Longfellow's beautiful lines will find echo in our thoughts: Your silent tents of green We deck with fragrant flowers; Yours has the suffering seen, The memory shall be ours." ELLA HUTCHINS SYDNOR, Chairman Anniversary Committee Houston, Tex., Dec. 1, 1901. Telegrams of greeting from Philip H. Fall, of Houston, and Cary F. Anderson, of Victoria, was read. An interesting report of the General Albert Sidney Johnston monument committee was read by Mrs. L. J. Storey, of Austin. It told of the successful effort of the Daughters to persuade the Legislature to appropriate $10,000 to the monument. PAGE 45 -------------------------------------- A vote of thanks was extended to Mrs. Storey and the committee. REPORT OF REGISTRAR Mrs. W. P. Lane, of Fort Worth, Registrar of the Division, read her annual report, as follows: Madam President and Daughters: I esteem it a very great honor to again appear before you as Registrar of the great Texas Division, U. D. C. Personally and officially it is a real pleasure to me to greet you all again. The Texas Division has had a wonderful growth in the year that is now closing, and I am happy to tell you something of my work. Two years ago at Austin, when I was elected, there was turned over to me 1107 applications; in the year 1900 the Division made an increase of 537; to-day I am proud to tell you that the increase for 1901 is 9326, giving us a total qualified membership of 2,583 now in the Texas Division. There are now 54 Chapters that have applications on file, some of which deserve especial mention on account of the great work they have accomplished. Of the old Chapters, the Veuve Jefferson Dais is the largest in the State, having a total qualified membership of 237, and they have sent in 173 application, the greatest increase of any Chapter in the year 1901. The Albert Sidney Johnston has made an increase of 70, which gives that Chapter a total qualified membership of 133. Of the new Chapters, the Oran M. Roberts leads, as having sent in 140 applications since organization in February, 1901. The Gen. John Dunovant stands second among the new Chapters; they have sent in 104 applications this year. Stone Fort Chapter, organized in October of this year, now has 66 qualified members. Nearly all the Chapters have added some to their registered membership, as the statistical part of my report will show. It is my earnest desire that every Chapter in the State may see the importance of filling theses applications while it is yet possible to obtain the true data from those who were actual participants. This is a duty we owe to coming generations, for the time is not far distant when to be a Daughter of the Confederacy will be a very PAGE 46 -------------------------------------- great honor, and now that our daughters may not be debarred from this great organization let us not neglect so great a trust. And, now, as I submit to you my final report, I want to express to you my sincere appreciation of the many courtesies shown me while I have served you as Registrar of the Texas Division, and for my successor in office I bespeak the same loyal support. Respectfully submitted, MRS W. P. LANE, Registrar Texas Division, U. D. C. REGISTRAR'S REPORT, 1902. MRS. W. P. LANE. No. NAME POSTOFFICE. 1901 Increase Qualified Members 6 Dallas Dallas ... 44 17 V. J. Davis Galveston 173 237 26 Mary West Waco 27 76 33 Lamar Fontaine Alva 30 60 36 Dixie Sherman 2 34 37 Ennis Ennis 7 34 44 Wm. P. Rogers Victoria 29 99 86 Banard E. Bee San Antonio 12 167 100 L. S. Ross Bryan 2 58 101 Bell County Belton 4 29 105 Albert S. Johnson Austin 70 133 108 Navarro Corsicana 14 99 129 Pat Cleburne Elgin ... 15 141 Julia Jackson Fort Worth 24 51 186 Robt. E. Lee Houston 16 99 189 Lone Star San Marcos 6 28 197 Scott Dixon Mc Kinney ... 9 199 Gate City Denison ... 21 208 Mildred Lee Lampasas ... 17 215 Comanche Comanche 24 84 217 Mollie M. Davis Tyler 17 80 226 Stonewall Jackson Beeville ... 19 229 Lavinia P. Talley Temple 8 34 230 J. E. B. Stewart Wharton 8 35 234 Joseph Wheeler Sulphur Springs ... 74 244 Fannin Bonham ... 12 250 Dennison Denison ... 32 255 Fitzhugh Lee Graham ... 15 256 Forrest Dodd City 5 29 283 Winnie Davis Brownwood 3 21 PAGE 47 -------------------------------------- 303 X. B. DeBray Lockhart 9 36 322 Greenville Greenville ... 62 378 Frank Terry Richmond ... 15 339 John B. Gordon Huntsville 20 20 340 Rockdale Rockdale ... 26 336 LaGrange LaGrange 3 16 360 Gen. Jno. Dunovant Eagle Lake 104 104 361 Shropshire-Upton Columbus 17 47 362 Mrs. S. A. Crofford Bowie 8 21 363 John H. Reagan Palestine 14 49 373 The Tom Green San Angelo 18 31 275 Wm. R. Friend Quero ... 20 305 Gen. Tom Green Abilene ... 33 403 J. B. Robertson Junction ... 16 404 Dick Dowling Beaumont 11 33 388 John B. Hood Seguin 6 6 402 Pelham Orange 17 17 406 Pat Christian Smithville 7 7 440 Oran M. Roberts Houston 140 140 --- Calvert Calvert 13 13 --- John B. Gordon Baird 19 19 518 W. H. Adams Mexia 27 27 520 Stone Fort Nacogdoches 66 66 484 Ike Turner Livingston 15 15 Total..........................................936 2583 PAGE 48 -------------------------------------- The report, in addition, shows a total qualified membership of 2,597, and an increase during the year of 950. Mrs. Cornelia Branch Stone, of Galveston, moved a vote of thanks to Mrs. Lane and the adoption of her report, which was carried. A question arose as to the membership of Navarro Chapter, and, on motion of Mrs. Brownson it was referred to a special committee, composed of Mrs. Dibrell, Mrs. Rosenberg and Miss Dunovant. The misunderstanding of Abilene Chapter, and claim of Lockhart Chapter, were also referred to same committee REPORTS OF CHAPTERS Reports from Chapters were called for, and were given as follows: Mrs. Jouvenant, for Dixie Camp, Sherman. Mrs. Jouvenant, at the close of her report, offered the following resolution, which, she said was presented as a suggestion from Dixie Chapter: "Resolved, first, that we lament the introduction of electioneering in our Order. "Second, That we institute a disinterested committee whose duty it shall be to make suitable nominations for all offices. "Third, That merit alone and not reciprocal favoritism shall be the criterion of choice." Mrs. Cone-Johnson, the President, ruled that the second section was out of order, as it was an amendment to the Constitution. After some debate the resolution was tabled. The reports of Chapters was resumed, as follows: Mrs. Margaret Smith, for Bell County Chapter, Belton. Miss Kittrell, for Robert E. Lee Chapter, Houston. Miss M. K. Melton, for Julia Jackson Chapter, Fort Worth. Another interruption followed this last report, when Miss Melton asked that the next place of meeting be selected at once. She said that Fort Worth wanted the Convention. Mrs. Lane moved that the rules be suspended and that the matter be taken up. By an overwhelming vote this motion was adopted. PAGE 49 -------------------------------------- Miss Melton, read a resolution adopted by the Fort Worth Chapter inviting the Association to meet there next year. Mrs. W. P. Lane called the Fort Worth delegation to the platform. "I want to show this Convention what a fine looking delegation we have," she said. She then introduced the members of the delegation individually. She made her little speeches humorously and the Convention applauded her liberally. She then read invitations from the Veterans and Sons of Confederate Veterans, the Mayor, the Council and the Commercial Club of Fort Worth. The unexpected action of the Fort Worth delegation was effective. Before Mrs. Lane had finished reading the invitations, Mrs. Wayrant Smith moved that the invitation be unanimously accepted. Miss Katie L. Daffan seconded the motion, and it was carried by a rising vote. Mrs. Dinsmore moved a rising vote of thanks to Mrs. Lane and the Fort Worth Chapter for their generous invitation. It was carried. Mrs. Mary W. Manlove reported for Lone Star Chapter, San Marcos. Miss Katie L. Daffan read the report from Dallas, sent by Mrs. Katie Cabell Currie. Miss Green reported the Comanche Chapter, Comanche. DEATH OF GENERAL YOUNG Mrs. Cornelia Branch Stone, representing the committee on Resolutions, offered the following resolution: Resolved, that we, the Texas Division United Daughters of the Confederacy, in Convention assembled, at San Antonio, December the fourth, 1901, express our great sorrow for the death of Gen. W. H. Young, Brigadier General in the Confederate Army, and Commander of the Southwestern Brigade, U. C. V. PAGE 50 -------------------------------------- Resolved, That we extend to his family our deepest sympathy in this hour of affliction. MRS. CORNELIA BRANCH STONE, MRS. S. P. DINSMORE, MRS. T. C. WESTROOK, MRS. H. M. HARDY, Committee The resolution was adopted. The Convention then adjourned for the noon recess. REPORT OF THE AUDITING COMMITTEE We, the Auditing committee, have examined the books and accounts of Mrs. Kate Alma Orgain, Treasurer of the Texas Division T. D. C., November 11th, 1901, at Temple, Texas, and find them correct. Mrs. Orgain is a Daughter of the Confederacy 'ever loyal" and we can truthfully say she has faithfully and cheerfully discharged her duty as Treasurer, and it was her great desire after all disbursements, to have a good balance in the Treasury, to report at the Convention. MRS. R. T. TALLEY, MISS A. ROWENA FARISH, MISS SALLIE LITTLE, Committee. PAGE 51 -------------------------------------- HISTORICAL. Miss Adelia A. Dunovant, State Historian and Chairman of the Committee on History, made the report which follows: It is not my purpose to enter into a detailed account of the Historical Department. To do so would carry us far beyond our available time. Not that I have an account of many accomplished aims to unfold, but because the full presentation of what has been mapped out would lead to the contemplation of remote lines, bringing into view the entire range of possibilities, and embracing a mental area so extensive that to traverse it would bring the flying minutes into an hour. These considerations, together with the fact that I addressed you at length yesterday, led me to condense my thoughts. It is neither my desire, nor is it necessary, I hope, to review the features-literary and musical-introduced into the Historical Department during the three years of my incumbency. My amendments to our Division Constitution and By-Laws, bear witness to the extended boundaries of the Historical Department, and consequently, to the enlarged duties of the State Historian. A number of Chapters have followed my monthly programmes, thus giving to me the happy conviction that in our Division there are many who crown the efforts of a State officer with cordially responsive co-operation. To such I bring tidings that I think will be gratifying: The methods which have been pursued in this State have been adopted by five other Divisions- South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Louisiana, Grand division of Virginia- I have had the opportunity, as Chairman of the General Historical Committee, to submit those methods to all Divisions. I suppose it is well in this connection to state that I have PAGE 52 -------------------------------------- never, during the three years of my incumbency, drawn upon the Division treasury. But, let me quickly supplement this statement with the assurance that you are under no obligation to me. It has been a pleasure t me to know that in writing you it was not at your expense. And I have loved to have my addresses, essays and programmes printed, and then, waft them on the wing of the post as messengers to you. And how much pleasure I have derived from the warm greetings which those post-winged messengers frequently received! In years to come my thoughts will turn to memories of such pleasant official relations. In conclusion, I offer several recommendations with the hope of awakening a more active literary interest; and I would also call attention to several "considerations" in Historic study which are essential to its intelligent and effective pursuit. These recommendations and considerations have received the unqualified endorsement of the members of the General Historical Committee, of which I am Chairman. I recommend: 1. The organization of Children's Auxiliaries; each Auxiliary to be under the supervision and instruction of the Chapter organizing it. 2. Establishing of Chapters in Colleges. 2. Cultivation of Song-writing. 3. That Poems illustrative of Historic incident, or of Southern character and Southern thought to encouraged. 5. That encouragement be given writers (among our membership) of Dramatic Sketches of an elevating and historic character. The considerations (referred to) in Historic study, which will lead to clearness of conception, and effectiveness of study, are: History is the Mother of Literature. Its scope embraces Human Action - civil and military: and Principles - their workings and effects. The objects of the study of History are: 1. Vindication of the men of the South. 2. Proof that they were martyrs to Constitutional Liberty. 3. The discharge of a duty to future generations, throughout the universe, to present in clear outline the Federative System of Government established by our fore-fathers: for, upon the preservation PAGE 53 -------------------------------------- of those Principles the destiny of mankind will, sooner or later, depend. The Result of the effective study of History would be the realization of the hopes and purposes of our ancestors-the founders of the Government of the United States. With these thoughts molding in your patriotism to symmetrical strength and beauty you will minister at the altar of your country and priestesses of undying Truth. And at your firesides Southern womanhood will again live in you-in all its dignity and modesty, its grandeur and simplicity, its Christian exaltation and humility. MISS ADELIA A DUNOVANT. Historian Texas Division, U. D. C. PAGE 54 -------------------------------------- HISTORICAL DEPARTMENT 1901 MISS ADELIA A DUNOVANT, HISTORIAN CHAPTERS THAT REPORTED HISTORIC STUDY Gen X. B. DeBray - Lockhart. Barnard E. Bee - San Antonio Navarro - Corsicana. Ennis - Ennis. Bell County - Belton. Gen. Wm. P. Hardeman - Killeen. J. E. B. Stewart - Whatron. J. B. Gordon - Huntsville. Frank Terry - Richmond. Pelham - Orange. Veuve Jefferson Davis - Galveston. Barnett-Jarmon - Weimear. John B. Gordon - Baird. Tom Green - San Angelo. L. S. Ross - Bryan. LaGrange - LaGrange. Gen. John Dunovant - Eagle Lake. Shropshire-Upton - Columbus. Dick Dowling - Beaumont. Albert Sidney Johnston - Austin. Mary West - Waco. Lavinia Porter Talley - Temple. Wm. P. Rogers - Victoria. Sterling Price - Lexington. Lamar Fontaine - Alvin. Sims-Watson - Waxahachie. Falls County - Marlin. Calvert - Calvert. Pearl Alexander A. P. Stewart - Betram. Oran M. Roberts - Houston PAGE 55 -------------------------------------- SECOND DAY Afternoon Session On the re-assembling of the convention at 2:00 p. m., Mrs. Cone Johnson was the recipient of lovely shower bouquet of carnations. Mrs. Chas. Oliphant presenting the flowers. The first business was the reading of the interesting report of Mrs. Hallie M. Dunklin, Editress of the "Division." On motion of Mrs. Fulmore, of Austin, a vote of thanks was extended to Mrs. Dunklin. Mrs. Ella Hutchins Sydnor, who edits the U. D. C. Department in the Houston Post, was absent on account of illness, and a letter from her was read by Miss Katie L. Daffan, the Secretary. Reports from the Chapters were then resumed. All these reports proved interesting. When the report from Dick Dowling Chapter, Beaumont, was read, Mrs. Stone, of Galveston, made an appreciated little speech about Dick Dowling's famous defense of Sabine Pass. On motion of Mrs. Dinsmore, the Secretary was instructed to telegraph thanks to Mayor Powell, of Fort Worth, for his kind invitation to meet there next year. Mrs. Dibrell, at the conclusion of her report from Seguin, moved a rising vote of thanks to Mrs. Cone Johnson for her work for the Albert Sidney Johnston monument before the Legislature. The motion prevailed. Mrs. Darby, of Denison, read an epitaph that had been copied from the stone which marked the grave of General Johnston, when his body lay in St. Louis cemetery, New Orleans. A touch of tender sadness was given to this session of the Texas Division, Daughters of the Confederacy by the services to Mrs. Hallie M. Dunklin, of Waco, delivered the following tender tribute to Mrs. Tobin's memory: the memory of their late beloved President, Mrs. Benedette B. PAGE 56 -------------------------------------- Tobin, and the other Daughters who have died during the year closed. At 3:20 o'clock Mrs. Cone Johnson announced that the time had arrived for the service in memory of Mrs. Benedette B. Tobin, the late President of the Division. These services were very impressive and beautiful. The audience crowded the church. The first number on the program was the hymn, "He Giveth His Beloved Sleep," rendered by a quartette. Rev. J. M. Moore, Pastor of the Travis Park M. E. Church, read the scripture and pronounced the invocation. A TRIBUTE TO MRS. TOBIN Madame President and Daughters of the Confederacy: If I could gather up in one paragraph the many eulogies that have been written of Mrs. Tobin, and if I could picture the calm look and the folded hands and the sweet departure of that dear woman, me thinks it would be as grand and beautiful as one of heaven's great doxologies. Not only the grave with its wreath of white blossoms and the bitter desolation of her loved ones have impressed themselves upon my memory, but her sweet influence and gentle manner went into the fiber of my soul and will forever be a part of it. I look back through the long vista of years. when I first met Mrs. Tobin in her magnificent womanhood and with her womanly ways, she made an indelible impression upon me. She was then a leader among women and ruled like a queen in the most important place in the world-the home. Around her were gathered a devoted husband and fond children, and I this arena you could feel the woman's power, the woman's encouragement and the woman's love permeating the whole atmosphere. She belonged to that older band, a thorough gentlewoman of the old school, a band which has many a break, each break making it closer and dearer until the larger portion are on the other side of the river, We, who remain on the earthly side, look after them with yearning eyes. When memory spreads before us a glimpse of that "beautiful home of the soul" that some have seen in their PAGE 57 -------------------------------------- dreams and the gates of that lovely city stand a little ajar to welcome a chariot of salvation bearing our loved friends, can we not picture that dear woman in glorious robes of righteousness? Did not the angels exclaim: A true, good woman is coming? And did not the bells chime and the harps and trumpets make the sweetest music to welcome her into the ranks of heaven? But more glorious will be the scene when that consecrated Christian woman, encrowned in heaven, shall observe us at the loving task from which she was called, of trying to vindicate the men of the South and teach their children that their fathers were patriots and not rebels, and to make comfortable the old Confederate soldier and the dear old wife who stood by his side, and caring for the graves of the Confederate dead which are left in our keeping. Miss Katie L. Daffan read a letter from Margaret L. Watson to Mrs. A. W. Houston, which accompanied a beautiful cluster of roses sent by Dick Dowling Chapter, Beaumont, as a loving tribute to the memory of Mrs. Benedett B. Tobin. Miss Daffan stated that these roses had been placed on Mrs. Tobin's grave by her daughter. "Nearer My God, to Thee," was beautifully rendered by Mrs. Alonzo Millett. Miss Katie L. Daffan read the list of Daughters who have died during the year. The list follows: IN MEMORIUM. "When We Write Finished, Angels Say Begun." Daughters of Confederacy who have passed to rest in 1901: Dallas Chapter No. 6, Dallas: Mrs. Eula Gunter Hardie, died October, 1901 Mrs. Ben M. Melton. Mary West Chapter No. 26, Waco: Mrs. Margaret Yeates, died June 26, 1901. William P. Rogers No. 44, Victoria Mrs. Charlotte Noble, died August 8, 1901. Barnard E. Bee Chapter No. 86, San Antonio: Mrs. Mary Tynan, died April 5, 1901. PAGE 58 -------------------------------------- Mrs. Homer Eads, died June, 1901. Mrs. Ed Steves, Jr., died December, 1900. Mrs. Hattie Scott Albert Sidney Johnston Chapter 105, Austin: Mrs. Benedette B. Tobin, died April, 1901 Mrs. E. M. Welch. Mrs. C. F. Stacy. Navarro Chapter No. 108, Corsicana: Mrs. S. A. Pace. Mrs. J. H. Kerr. Mrs. W. H. Roberts. Pat Cleburne No. 129, Elgin: Miss Alice Keith. Lone Star Chapter No. 80, San Marcos: Mrs. W. D. Wood. Mollie Moore Davis Chapter No. 217, Tyler: Mrs. A. P. Moore, died May, 1901 J. B. Gordon No. 3238, Huntsville: Mrs. Allan T. Smithers, died May 24, 1901 Rockdale Chapter No. 340, Rockdale: Mrs. Gus Newton, died September 11, 1901. J. E. B. Sturart No. 320, Whatron: Mrs. Helen R. Croom. Gen. John Dunovant No. 360, Eagle Lake: Mrs. Ida Wesmoreland, died November 15, 1901. Mrs. S. A. Crofford No. 3262, Bowie: Mrs. Mary Goff. William P. Friend No. 375, Cuero: Mrs. Virginia Friend McCormick. John B. Hood No. 388, Seguin: Mrs. E. A. Jefferson. Mrs. E. H. Patterson. Mrs. Mary Neil. Mrs. Eugenia Burgis. Mrs. S. A. Goodrich. J. B. Robertson No. 4032, Junction: Mrs. Exah Baker, died December, 1901 Mrs. Rebecca McAlly, died December, 1901 PAGE 59 -------------------------------------- Oran M. Roberts No. 440, Houston: Mrs. Kate Tompkins, March 6, 1901. Mrs. Ella Hutchins Sydnor, who had been appointed to deliver the memorial to all Daughters who have died in 1901, was prevented from attending by illness. Her address was read by Miss Katie L. Daffan, as follows: Noble sisters in a noble cause, I greet you, And bear with me awhile; You'll cast a retrospective glance On the months that have gone by. As we assemble in sweet council year after year to clasp each other's hands in glad congratulations on the work so lovingly and ofttimes so heroically accomplished, it behooves us to pause in our joy and cast a loving thought on those who have laid down the cross and taken up the crown; to speak words of comfort to those who mourn and to assure them of our loving sympathy. The memory of these dear departed ones will be as sweet incense, sanctifying our cause and helping us the burden to bear. Our loss, through few in numbers, has been great indeed. When the earth was all abloom and every pleasing prospect filled our hearts, the gentle spirit of our beloved leader took its departure, leaving us stunned and sorely afflicted; but after a season of glorious consummation the work she had so nobly planned and striven for. Her memory is a precious legacy, full of pathos and can never die. And now we'll twine a laurel wreath, For her whose work was nobly done, For the angels to place on her beautiful brow On the resurrection morn. When the year was waning and the leaves turning down and sere the shoulders of the teacher, the counselor, in whose gray hairs and beautiful life there was wisdom, took flight. We will ever revere her memory, and her teachings will not be lost, but will PAGE 60 -------------------------------------- ever survive in our hearts. They are passing away, Those who loved the gray; Their labors are o'er; They are resting at last On the eternal shore. Sweetly remembering all the dear sisters, mothers, daughters, daughters, who have left us during the year, we unite in sympathetic sorrow which our words but half reveal. "I name no names; instinctively I feel Each at some wall remembered grave will kneel, And from the inscriptions wipe the weeds and moss, For every heart best knoweth its own loss." And as we journey onward let us sing these cheering words: Rise, happy morn; rise, holy morn; Draw forth the cheerful day from night; Oh, Father, touch the cast that light The light that shone when Hope was born. ELLA HUTCHINS SYDNOR. Houston, December 1901. "Lead, Kindly Light" was exquisitely rendered by Mr. Will Herff. OTHER TRIBUTES Rev. John M. Moore delivered a brief address. He said human words were too weak to express all that should be said on an occasion like this. He felt unequal to the task of presenting with justice the lives of the noble, pure women who have passed over the river. They had written their lives and characters upon human hearts and their influence will last forever. The memory of their deeds is written indelibly upon the tablets of the heart and memory. They needed no monuments or statues or portraits to preserve the memory of their faces and their deeds. PAGE 61 -------------------------------------- Miss Adelia A. Dunovant delivered the following touching and original tribute to Mrs. Tobin's memory: Attend! oh, Daughters of the South, and lift Your thoughts unto the Treat Beyond, where borne on radiant plume is she, who erstwhile filled Chief place within our ranks. Tear-smothered tones. Cast off the' impending weight, and soar aloft, Awakening echoes from the earth and sky, At name of Benedette b. Tobin. Ah! How well she loved her native land! How sweetly on her lips its praises sat! How loyal to its every precept she! And when, ah, when the shadows longer grew, She clasped the cross; and, where its nails had been She found the stars imbedded n their place. and thus, the South's loved emblem (Starry Cross) did in her life refection find. Ah, frail My tenure on the heaven-ascending thought! Faith folds its wings; yet nestles close within The inmost recess of my heart, I ask, Why sorrow is of life the greater part? Why she, who was beloved, should taken be Ere yet her mission was complete? We know But this: "god giveth His beloved Sleep." The Doxology was sung by all present and the Convention resumed its business session. CHICKAMUAGA PARK. This is part of an eloquent appeal on behalf of Judge W. C. Kroeger, of Company G, Terry's Texas Rangers, which was read before the Convention: San Antonio, Tex., December 4, 1901. Mrs. Cone Johnson, President and the Delegates Present, of the Chapters of U. D. C. of the State of Texas: Your visit to the Alamo City reminds me of a duty I owe my comrades who fought, bled and died upon the sanguinary field of Chickamauga. The united State Government, in accordance with the laws passed by the Untied States Congress, bought the PAGE 62 -------------------------------------- territory on which the battles of Chickamauga, Chattanooga and Missionary Ridge were fought, and has dedicated the same to all future generations of the United States as a public park to be used by each State who furnished troops, to perpetuate the acts and deeds of their soldiers and to commemorate the heroism of their sons. The park was so dedicated in 1895. All the Northern and most of the Southern States have come up to the same level of those patriots who originated this movement to have a more cemented and better union of States. The different States had monuments erected on the spots on which their troops fought and suffered the most, had the battle lines surveyed and tablets erected where their sons fought and suffered and died. But our great and rich State of Texas, although she was represented on these sanguinary battlefields by six different commands, to-wit; Grandbury's, Ector's and Hood's Bridgades of Infantry, Ross' and Harris' Brigades of Cavalry and Douglass' Battery, has done nothing to commemorate the heroic Texans who fell in those battles. I come to you, my good Southern women, for help, and for you to undertake and to bring to successful issue what I have failed to accomplish, and ask you to pass resolutions this year, and next to request the next Legislature and all subsequent Legislatures to accomplish this result, by appropriating sufficient funds to erect monuments where Ross' Brigade fought, where Ector's made it's first attack, where Grandbury and Douglass made that glorious charge on the noon of September 20th, where Hood's Brigade broke the center of the enemy's lines, and where Harrison's Brigade started in on the morning of the 19th; and not only this, but that each of you personally appeal to each Legislator and Senator for this appropriation and such help as loyal Southerns should grant. Mrs. A. V. Winkler moved that the Division take up the work suggested by Judge Kroeger during the coming year. The motion carried unanimously. Miss Katie L. Daffan offered the following resolution: Whereas, The Twelfth Annual Reunion of the United Confederate Veterans will be held in Dallas, Texas, April 22, 23, 24 and PAGE 63 -------------------------------------- 25, and thousands of veterans, their sons and daughters will attend this Reunion from every State in the South, and Whereas, this Reunion is not merely a local affair, but one in which the whole State is interested and vitally concerned that our visitors should be entertained in a manner worthy of them, and worthy of our great State; therefore, be it Resolved, That it is the sense of this Convention that every camp of Veterans, Sons of Beterans and Chapter of Daughters of the Confederacy and every community in the State of Texas should contribute to this grand and worthy cause and to this end it is further Resolved, That each Chapter United Daughters of the Confederacy be requested and urged to enter the list and by giving entertainments, and by whatever other means may be devised and deemed practicable to raise money for this Reunion to be sent to W. H. Gaston, Treasurer of the Reunion Association at Dallas. Capt. S. S. Johnson, a member of the Reunion Committee, explained that Dallas was not asking any assistance, but that the Reunion Committee of the Veterans desired the support and assistance of the Daughters. Mrs. Halbert, of Corsicana, reported from the committee appointed to petition the Legislature to comply with the law in the matter of appropriations and pensions for Confederate Veterans. She reported that the petition had been presented and the Legislature had appropriated $200,728 for the Confederate Home and pensions. The presentation of reports from Chapters was then resumed. For an hour these interesting reports were rendered. The Association then adjourned. CLUB RECEPTION Wednesday night at 8:30 the San Antonio Club gave an informal reception complimentary to the Daughters of the Con- PAGE 64 -------------------------------------- federacy. The handsome rooms of the club were well filled early in the evening. The Reception Committee were: Mrs. Fred Terrell, Mrs. E. M. Winstead, Mrs. C. E. Wynne, Sr., Mrs. A. W. Houston, Mrs. C. S. Austin, Mrs. J. A. Buckler, Mrs. P. J. Lewis, Mrs. C. C. Janin, Mrs. M. D. Monserrate, Mrs. W. W. Lipscomb, Mrs. Marshall Hicks, Mrs. Jos. McCillan, Mrs. J. E. Martin, Mrs. R. B. Green, Mrs. W. M. Mayes, Mrs. E. J. Martin, Mrs. L. P. Peck and Miss Schaeffer. A Mexican band furnished music for the dancers. The Daughters laying aside Convention cares made merry-a few indulging in the old- fashioned contra dances, others in the more modern and fascinating round dances. Cany renewed old friendship and formal new ones, so with laughter and pleasant conversation the hours sped all too swiftly away. THIRD DAY Morning Session The minutes not being ready, the "reading" was deferred. On motion of Mrs. Stone, the committee on "Keeping of Relics" was made permanent. Mrs. Stone, as Chairman of the "Committee on Resolutions," presented the following: RESOLUTION OF THANKS. We, the Committee on Resolutions, propose the following vote of thanks: Resolved That the Daughters of the Texas Division, United Daughters of the Confederacy, in Convention assembled, at San Antonio, December 2 to 5, 1901, desire to express our heartfelt appreciation for the generous hospitality extended us by the Barnard E. Bee Chapter, U. D. C., the San Antonio Club, and the citizens of San Antonio. Resolved, That the reception given us by the San Antonio Chapter, U. D. C., and the San Antonio Club, and the carriage drive so kindly provided by the citizens, were charming social features, affording us the covered pleasure of personal intercourse, PHOTO INSERT MRS. EDUMN KEY Assistant Secretary, Texas Division U. D. C. Marshall. PAGE 65 -------------------------------------- leading to a close fraternal relation. Resolved, That our sincere thanks are due the railroads of Texas for liberal rates, thus giving opportunity for a full attendance at our annual meeting. Resolved, That to the Southern Pacific and the International & Great Northern Railways, we are specially indebted for providing, at greatly reduced rates, a trip to Monterey, Mexico. Resolved, That we gratefully acknowledge the courtesy of the San Antonio Electric Railway System in tendering the free use of their lines to delegates of the U. D. C., during the session of our Convention, and for the pleasure of a special ride over the historic Alamo City. Resolved, That we deeply feel our obligation to the San Antonio press, and other representatives of the Texas press, for their complete and accurate reports of our daily proceedings-and in the language of "Tiny Tim," we say, "God bless everybody." MRS. Cornelia BRANCH STONE, MRS. S. P. DINSMORE, MRS. T. C. WESTBROOK, MRS. MELISSA FIELDER HARDY. They were adopted. Mrs. Stone called attention to the bullet-pierced flag which hung on the platform, and which was carried by DeBray's regiment-giving a short sketch of its history. A vote of thanks was accorded Mrs. Meyer, of Lockhart, who brought the relic to the Convention. The report of the Committee on History was made by the State Historian, Miss Adelia A. Dunovant, which was unanimously adopted. The Barnard E. Bee Chapter, San Antonio, presented an exquisite bouquet of carnations, held together with the national colors, to Miss Katie Daffan, State Secretary; the Julia Jackson Chapter, Fort Worth, also presented her with an offering of choice flowers. The "deferred" minutes were read and with slight alteration were approved. The reading of "Chapter Reports" was resumed. At 11:15 Mrs. Dibrell presented the report for the "Special Committee, the Abilene misunderstanding and the omission of PAGE 66 -------------------------------------- officrs' names of the X. B. DeBray Chapter, of Lockhart, being satisfactorily explained. The "Lockhart" Chapter was organized and chartered in April, of 1899, and shortly after organization an entire set of new officers was elected; hence, no recognition in the Annual. The Following is the list of officers. Mrs. Stringfellow, President; Mrs. Stone, First Vice President; Mrs. McCurdy, Second Vice President; Miss Eva Meyers, Secretary, Recording and Financial; Mrs. Douglas, Treasurer, till she wanted to move. She then resigned and Miss Annie Lane was elected to fill the vacancy. The following names were left out of the roster of members: Mrs. Burleson, Mrs. Cabines and Mrs. J. J. Smith. Respectfully submitted, MRS. M. R. McGILL ROSENBERG, MRS. J. B. DIBRELL, MISS ADELIA A. DUNOVANT. Mrs. Howard, of Palestine, addressed the Convention, relative to a testimonial, a beautiful bronze fountain, mounted by a bust of Hon. Jn. H. Reagan, for whom the Palestine Chapter is named, and in whose honor this beautiful recognition is to be made. A number of Chapters promised to aid Mrs. Howard in her undertaking. Upon motion of Mrs. Story, Miss Katie Daffan, State Secretary, sent the following telegram to Judge and Mrs. Reagan: "San Antonio, Texas, December 6, 1901 Hon. John H. Reagan, Austin, Texas: The Texas Division, U. D. C., in Convention assembled, send loving greetings to yourself and Mrs. Reagan, and regret your inability to be with us. MISS KATIE DAFFAN, Secretary." The chair then announced that the election of officers was in order, whereupon, Miss Katie Daffan read the total membership of the Division, total number of Chapters, etc. Miss Mason, of Brenham, arose to a question of personal privilege, when the roll of Chapters was called and that of Brenham was reached, stating that Brenham did not consider that they PAGE 67 -------------------------------------- were fully organized and therefore, not entitled to representation in the Convention. After considerable discussion, the "Chair" ruled "that, as Miss Mason did not consider her Chapter yet fully organized, she need not vote." The election of "President" being now in order, Mrs. Johnson appointed as "tellers" Mesdames C. B. Stone, Mary West, Mary Manlove, and Jno. C. Bonham. Some dissatisfaction being expressed, the "Chair" withdrew the names of these ladies, and Mesdames Jno. C. West, C. B. Stone, Mrs. Buchanan, and Lee Cotton were elected by the Convention. After some discussion on the manner of voting, it was decided best, that, as the Chapters were called, the tellers were to take the votes on the floor of the house. The nomination of President being in order, Mrs. Brownson placed in nomination the name of Mrs. Cone Johnson, which was seconded by Mrs. Winkler. Mrs. A. W. Houston placed the name of Miss Adelia Dunovant before the Convention; Mrs. C. B. Stone placed in nomination the name of Mrs. Henry Sampson. Mrs. Eads seconded Mrs. Cone Johson's nomination, as follows: Madam President and Daughters of the Confederacy: It is truly gratifying to know that in a Convention like this we are allowed the privilege of free expression and accorded the right to individual, as well as official opinion. In making this statement, I recognize the fact that the Texas State Division is composed of "broad-gauged," liberal-minded women, with a bountiful supply of beauty, intellect and courtesy. Our membership aggregates 4,933, and it can be truly said of the number, there are many who would gracefully and creditably fill the office of President. Therefore, it is not altogether a question of finding a woman who can fill the position, but of placing in nomination and electing one who is not only qualified, but deserving, but in this particular instance, is entitled to this recognition, by precedent and faithful performance of duty as State Secretary, First Vice President and President. And I repeat that it is with inexpressible pleasure that I place in nomination for President of the Texas Division of U. D. of the Confederacy, Mrs. Cone John- PAGE 68 -------------------------------------- son, of Tyler, a woman who has, during this convention, as well as in the past proven her ability and fitness for this honor. I feel that it is necessary for me to attempt to rehearse what this woman has accomplished for the good of our Division; but in order that there may be no lack of information and that all may know, I will ask your attention, while I read a clipping from a prominent Texas paper, that will recall a few of the things Mrs. Johnson has accomplished in eight short months: I hardly think it necessary after what has been said and read to urge you any further, for I believe that a sense of justice and devotion to our "glorious cause" will suggest to you that she is entitled to this courtesy at your hands. In conclusion, let us be sisters in deed, considerate and thoughtful-and in this instance let us not deviate from that delicate courtesy that characterizes every true Southern woman. Mrs. Buchanan seconded Mrs. Sampson's; Mrs. Bonner also seconded Mrs. Johnson's nomination, as did Miss Connor, Miss Oakes and Mrs. Weaver, Miss Dunovant's, as follows: Miss Oakes, seconding Miss Dunovant: There is no greater honor reserved for a member of this organization than to become the standard bearer of the Texas Division United Daughters of the Confederacy. This high distinction must follow as a reward for noble actions, bravely done; for unrequited, tireless toil; for sacrifices made and strength displayed; for trusts discharged and pledges kept. That we can worthily bestow this proud title is evidenced by the complete record that tells all this and more of noble zeal and magnificent courage that has, throughout the State, been our inspiration and will prevail wherever is felt the energizing influence of Miss Adelia A. Dunovant, whom we now nominate for President, Texas Division United Daughters of the Confederacy. When in its struggling infancy our organization was in need of assistance and encouragement, Miss Dunovant grandly rose to the occasion and responded to its necessities. Her name is inseparably connected with all the good that has been accomplished; her indwelling and abiding convictions of future success, manifested and endorsed by activity in every line of labor, insures us PAGE 69 -------------------------------------- against defeat, and the glad motes of victory that proclaim our triumph will bear aloft no sweeter strains that upward float from the harmonious chords in all our hearts thrilling with the sound of a name that typifies to us unqualified loyalty, that will carry our standard even as Douglas carried the sacred casket enclosing the heart of Bruce. Mrs. Kate Gerald Weaver also seconded Miss Dunovant, as follows: Madam President and United Daughters of the Confederacy: I rise to place in nomination for the high position of President of this Association, a lady who has especial claims, not only upon us for the valuable services she has rendered to the Texas Chapter, but to the Daughters of the whole South, by her contribution to the history of the cause we love. One whose family for two hundred years has loved and labored for the South, not the new South, with its greed for gold and forgetfulness of much that made its glorious past, but the Old South, the dear Old South, the glorious land that our sires and our grandsires loved. One whose ancestors helped to wrest the stars and stripes form the British Lion's mouth, and in blood and suffering stood sponsors y the Nation's baptismal font; who, with grand old Jackson, saw the battalions trained by Wellington, fresh from their victories on the Spanish peninsula over the troops of the great Napoleon, go down in death and defeat under the withering fire of Southern rifleman, from the works of Chalmette. Who followed Scott across the arid plains of Mexico, and after Vera Cruz, Cerro Gordo, Contresas, and Cherubusco, saw their country's flag float in triumph from the conquered city's walls; who, at the call of their State, in the dark days of '61 sprang to arms, and on many a desperate field sealed with life and limb their devotion to the new-born nation that in the cradle of war was rocked, and on the bed of battle died. Feeling assured that among her competitors for this high place none can be more sincere and loyal to our cause, none more worthy or gifted, I nominate Miss Adelia Dunovant, of Orin M. Roberts Chapter, of Houston, for President of this Association. The Oran Mr. Roberts Chapter sent a handsome bouquet of crimson carnations to Miss Dunovant upon her nomination for President. PAGE 70 -------------------------------------- Mrs. Sampson then addressed the Convention, thanking her friends for loyal support, withdrawing her name from nominations, in favor of Mrs. Cone Johnson. Mrs. Stone, as Mrs. Sampson's endorser, seconded Mrs. Johnson's nomination. At this juncture, Mrs. Cone Johnson announced her decision to also withdraw her name. In a gracious and gentle manner she said: "In taking leave of the Presidency I do so without any resentment or disappointment. "My whole aim has been to administer the office in a business- like manner, having in mind not my own advancement or aggrandizement, but the success of the Decision. "It is scarcely necessary for me to say that I deeply appreciate all the kind offers of support and the many nice compliments which my friends have paid me, and the nice things they said of my administration of the office. I don't desire to shirk any responsibility, but I think I see my duty. I beg that my name may be no longer considered in this Convention. Trusting that whatever may be done, and whatever selection be made, it my redound to the good of the work. I thank all the Chapters' officers and Daughters for their hearty support and assistance." This graceful withdrawal was greeted by applause. But Mrs. Brownson said Mrs. Eads, her supporters, declined emphatically accepting her withdrawal, as did Mesdames Sampson and Stone. Miss Dunovant said she thought it inconsistent for an announced candidate to withdraw; this statement being made to explain why she had not withdrawn; she proposed to stand by her friends who had pledged their support to her. Nominations were then closed and the tellers proceeded to collect and count the vote. At the conclusion of the counting of the votes, it was announced that the ballot stood 102 for Miss Dunovant, and 94 for Mrs. Johnson. When the voting began Mrs. Johnson surrendered the gavel to Mrs. Dinsmore, First Vice President, and when the result of the vote was declared, she appeared on the platform and very gracefully congratulated the newly elected President. Mrs. Eads moved that Miss Dunovant's election be made unanimous. Mrs. J. Mayrant Smith objected. PAGE 71 -------------------------------------- Mrs. Dinsmore then introduced the Convention their new President, Miss Adelia A. Dunovant. Miss Dunovant, in a brief, characteristic speech, thanked the Daughters for the honor bestowed, assuring them that she would not be President of the Chapters that elected her, but of the entire State Division. On motion of Mrs. Howard the Convention adjourned for the noon recess." THIRD DAY AFTERNOON SESSION. Immediately upon re-assembling at 3:35 o'clock the Convention proceeded with the election of officers, beginning with that of First Vice President. Miss Dunovant was the recipient of many and beautiful bouquets of choicest and rarest flowers by her many admirers and friends. Mrs. Manlove placed in nomination for First Vice President, the name of Mrs. Melissa F. Hardy, of San Marcos; Mrs. Lee Cotton nominated Mrs. Fannie J. Halbert and Mrs. Sydnor placed before the Convention the name of Miss Katie Daffan. Nominations were closed, vote taken and counted, which resulted as follows: Mrs. Halbert, 102; Miss Daffan, 62; Mrs. Hardy, 11. Mrs. Halbert5 having received the majority of the number of votes cast was declared elected First Vice President. For Second Vice President, only two ladies were nominated - Mrs. A. P. Howard, of Palestine, by Mesdames Stone and Winkler, and Mrs. P. G. Huston, of Wharton, by Miss Connor. Nominations were closed ballot taken and counted, which resulted in Mrs. Howard's election over Mrs. Huston by one vote-the same being 91 to 90. Mrs. Howard was declared elected Second Vice President. On motion of Miss Anna Schaefer, Miss Katie Daffan, State Secretary, was instructed to cast the vote of the Convention for Mrs. W. A. Banks, of Bryan, for Third Vice President. Mrs. Banks was declared elected Third Vice President. On motion of Mrs. Silliman, Miss Daffan, was instructed to cast the vote of the Convention for Mrs. Mary J. Lane, of Marshall, for Fourth Vice -------------------------------------- PAGE 72 President. Miss Daffan cast the vote and Mrs. Lane was declared elected Fourth Vice President. The duties of the office of Secretary being somewhat heavy and arduous, several names were proposed. Miss Melton, duly seconded, moved that Mrs. B. F. Eads, of Marshall, be nominated and that Miss Daffan cast the vote of the Convention for Mrs. Eads. By a vote of the Convention, Mrs. Eads was empowered to appoint an assistant secretary from her own chapter. On motion of Mrs. A. V. Winkler, Miss Daffan was instructed to cast the vote of the Convention for Mrs. J. Meyrant Smith, of Belton, for Treasurer. Miss Connor, of Eagle Lake, was unanimously elected Registrar of the Division. On motion of Miss Schafer, duly seconded and carried, Mrs. S. H. Watson, Of Waxahachie, was elected Historian by acclamation. Upon motion of Mrs. Hardy a vote of sympathy was extended Mrs. C. A. Cunningham, Editor of the "Confederate Veteran," on the death of his son. Mrs. Johnson moved that inasmuch as Mrs. Rosenberg had advanced the sum of $50.00 at Wilminton to meet the pledge given by the Texas Division at the Nashville Convention, for the battlefield of Bull Run, she thought the Convention should reimburse Mrs. Rosenberg. A subscription was at once started for the purpose. Mrs. Cone Johnson, the outgoing President, then announced that she would appoint the standing committees for the ensuing year. Miss Dunovant protested, stating that such committees should be appointed by the incoming President. Stating further, however, that she had no disposition to insist upon her protest. Mrs. Johnson said she understood that the outgoing President had always appointed these committees, but did not insist upon her right. Mrs. Stone stated that Mrs. Johnson was merely following precedent in making the appointments. Mrs. Johnson amiably and gracefully declined to appoint the standing committees. Mrs. Winkler requested that Mrs. Johnson appoint the Museum Committee to assist her as State Regent, whereupon Mrs. Johnson PAGE 73 -------------------------------------- appointed the following ladies to compose such committee: Mrs. Rosenberg, Mrs. Stone, Mrs. Eads and Miss Melton. On motion of Mrs. Lee Cotton, seconded, the reading of Chapter reports will be hereafter limited to three minutes. Carried. Mesdames Houston, Cotton and Weaver were appointed by the Chair to escort the newly elected officers to the platform when they were duly installed and presented to the Convention. The "stars of night" were falling fast," when the doxology was sung and the Sixth Annual Convention of the Daughters of the Confederacy adjourned sine die, and passed into history. PAGE 74 -------------------------------------- STANDING COMMITTEES. Appointed by Miss Adelia A Dunovant, President of Texas Division, United Daughters of the Confederacy, for 1902: ANNIVERSAIRES. Mrs. Lee cotton, Chairman..........San Antonio Mrs. A. W. Houston.................San Antonio Mrs. Jennie Baker.....................Columbus Mrs. Fannie Newsom.....................Wharton Mrs. S. W. Sholars......................Orange Mrs. Ida M. Hill.....................Livngston Miss Mamie Barry......................Navasota Mrs. R. O. Faires.....................Flatonia HISTORY. Mrs. S. H. Watson, Chairman ex-official....Waxahachie Mrs. J. D. McGreegor....................Weimar Mrs. James D. West.......................Bryan Mrs. Hattie Chenault....................Orange Mrs. C. W. Keelon...................San Angelo Mrs. Hal Greer........................Beaumont Mrs. Carey W. Styles..............Stephenville LIBRARIES. Mrs. T. O. Anderson, Chairman..........Abilene Mrs. Jane M. Ware.......................Belton Mrs. Kate Hansen......................Columbus Mrs. F. M. O. Fenn....................Richmond Mrs. A. J. Ballard.....................Killeen Miss Emma S. Culbertson.................Itasca Miss Amelia Blades..................Greenville MOTTO AND EMBLEM. Miss Mittie Oakes, Chairman...........Columbus Mrs. Sallie Drane Wolters.............LaGrange Mrs. F. O. Norris...................Eagle Lake Mrs. Valery Austin...................Galveston PAGE 75 -------------------------------------- Miss Bessie Houston................San Antonio Miss Mamie Barry......................Navasoto Mrs. Charlotte H. Perry...........Stephenville Miss Effie Mills..........................Waco INSPECTION OF TEXT BOOKS-a. Mrs. Sydney Smith, Chairman.............Dallas Mrs. Hattie Middlebrook...............Columbus Miss. Mamie Tate......................Gonzales Miss Annie Halbert...................Corsicana Mrs. S. J. Hicks......................Comanche Mrs. Judson C. Womble.................Caldwell Mrs. A. C. Bridges......................Luling Mrs. S. E. Buchanan.................Waxahachie INSPECTION OF TEXT BOOKS-b. Miss. Katie Daffan, Chairman.............Ennis Mrs. G. W. Deaton...................Eagle Lake Mrs. S. J. Winston....................Richmond Mrs. B. K. Baker....................San Angelo Mrs. C. O. Harrell......................Conroe Miss. Kate A. Norwood.................Navasota Mrs. H. P. Mathews.................Nacogdoches Mrs. J. F. Skinner....................Lampasas ROOM IN CAPITOL FOR CONFEDERATE RELICS. Mrs. L. J. Storey, Chairman............Austin Mrs. Annie P. Norton...................Austin Mrs. Katie Cabell Currie...............Dallas Mrs. T. W. House......................Houston Mrs. Joseph Dibrell....................Seguin Mrs. J. H. Alsworth....................Austin Mrs. Kate Gerald Weaver..................Waco MONUMENTS IN CHICKAMAUGA PARK. Mrs. J. C. Jones, Chairman...........Gonzales Mrs. Rufus Hardy....................Corsicana Mrs. Hallie M. Dunklin...................Waco Mrs. J. T. Tunnell...................Comanche Miss. Decca Lamar West...................Waco Mrs. E. P. Daviss.....................Houston Mrs. Stella P. Dinsmore.......Sulphur Springs PAGE 76 -------------------------------------- Mrs. Wharton Bates....................Houston Mrs. F. M. Tatum.......................Yoakum CHILDREN'S AUXILIARIES-a. Mrs. J. A. Jownsend, Chairman.......Corsicana Mrs. R. Lee Joiner...................Caldwell Miss Addie Hicks.......................Yoakum Mrs. S. T. Fraiser......................Baird Mrs. H. L. Dyer......................Richmond Mrs. Will C. Roberts................Brownwood Mrs. J. H. Thompson.................Bellville Mrs. L. P. Talley......................Temple CHILDREN'S AUXILIARIES-b. Mrs. E. J. Meyers, Chairman..........Lockhart Mrs. John Preston....................Lockhart Mrs. A. T. Barbour...................Gonzales Miss Ida Hart........................Comanche Mrs. F. C. Norries....................Abilene Mrs. Georgia Crawford...............Palestine Mrs. W. C. Davidson..................Alleyton Mrs. H. C. Thomas......................Altair CHILDREN'S AUXILIARIES-c. Mrs. R. B. Huston, Chairman...........Wharton Mrs. George F. Sawyer...............Livingson Mrs. I. E. Lumpkin...................Meridian Mrs. L. A. Guyler......................Wallis Mrs. Eugene Darby.....................Glidden Mrs. Belle Glover......................Conroe Mrs. Rollin Rodgers.................Texarkana Mrs. Fannie A. Fields...............Hillsboro Mrs. J. H. Gibson.....................Calvert CHILDREN'S AUXILIARIES-d. Mrs. Edwin Moore, Chairman............Sherman Mrs. Ella Gwynn....................Eagle Lake Mrs. W. A. Olive.........................Waco Mrs. H. L. Rugeley...................Bay City Mrs. C. D. Barnett.....................Weimar Miss Minnie Wright................Gainesville PAGE 77 -------------------------------------- Mrs. Mattie Alson......................Mexia Mrs. Olin W. Carnohan...............Stamford CHAPTERS IN COLLEGUES. Austin and San Marcos. Mrs. Ed Kauffmann, Chairman...........Austin Mrs. Melissa F. Hardy.................Austin Mrs. A. C. Graham.....................Austin Mrs. J. H. Bishop.................San Marcos Mrs. E. P. Raynolds...............San Marcos CHAPTERS IN COLLEGES. State Normal. Mrs. M. D. Farris, Chairman......Huntsville Mrs. Juliette Bush...............Huntsville Mrs. C. G. Barrett...............Huntsville CHAPTERS IN COLLEGES. Sherman. Mrs. Cone Johnson, Chairman...........Tyler Mrs. M. M. Jouvenat.................Sherman Mrs. Victoria Moore.................Sherman AUDITING. Mrs. Jane M. Ware...................Belton Mrs. A. J. Harris...................Belton Mrs. --. Wedemeyer..................Belton TRANSPORTATION. Mrs. W. P. Lane, Chairman.......Fort Worth Mrs. L. A. Daffan....................Ennis Mrs. W. B. King....................Houston Mrs. L. J. Clayton..............Fort Worth Mrs. Geo. W. Stieff................Houston Mrs. R. S. Kinney...............San Antonio PRESERVATION OF RELICS AND CURIOS. (Committee appointed in 1901 continued over.) Mrs. J. M. Brownson, Chairman.....Victoria PAGE 78 -------------------------------------- Mrs. Annie D. Roberson..........Georgetown Mrs. J. W. Stayton...................Cuero Mrs. Alfred Howard...............Palestine Mrs. S. A. Crofford..................Bowie Committees on Credentials and on Resolutions will be appointed by the President immediately prior to the Convention. PAGE 79 -------------------------------------- IMORTANT TO CHAPTERS. As State President, it becomes my privilege and duty to call attention to several important matters: 1. A message has been issued by myself, printed at my expense. It is freely distributed. One or two copies have been sent to every Chapter. Any member any Chapter desiring a copy can obtain it by simply writing to me. I urge that all Chapters read my message, which was prepared in consideration of the fact that it is a practice handed down by the founders of the government whose principles we represent and seek to perpetuate, and therefore I introduce it in our association. 2. A Chapter constitution I have also prepared and had printed, and will be pleased to present copies to Chapters. Reasons for drafting this Constitution are fully explained in my message for drafting this Constitution are fully explained in my message. 3. All Chapters should send their State dues (ten cents for Mrs. J. Mayrant Smith, Belton, Texas. each member) direct to and made payable to the State Treasurer. 4. The General dues (ten cents for each member) are sent direct and made payable to the General Treasurer, Mrs. James Y. Leigh, Norfolk, Virginia. The General Recording Secretary, Mrs. John P. Hickman, Nashville, Tennessee, will, in October, send direct to every Chapter two credential blanks, to be filled out with the names of delegates and proxy t the General Convention, which will be convened in New Orleans on the second Wednesday in November. One of these credential blanks should be returned to Mrs. Hickman; the other should be brought by delegate or by proxy to the General Convention. 6. The State Secretary, Mrs. B. F. Eads, of Marshall, Texas, will, on the 15th of October, send to every Chapter two credential blanks to be filled out with names of delegates and proxy to the State Convention, which will be held in Fort Worth, Texas, beginning Thursday, December 2nd, at 10 o'clock a. m. One of these credential blanks should be returned to Mrs. Eads; the other should be brought by delegate or by proxy to the State Convention. 8. Membership applications are issued by the State Secretary, Mrs. B. F. Eads, Marshall, Texas. Fifty are finished free to a Chapter, when application for Charter is made. After this, they can be procured from the Secretary at the rate of 75 cents per hundred (postal order to be made payable to the State Treasurer), Each member fills out two application membership blanks-one a duplicate of the other. One is to be filed by the Chapter Registrar; PAGE 80 -------------------------------------- the other to be forwarded to the Sate Registrar, Miss Mollie Connor, Eagle Lake, Texas 9. The filling out of membership application blanks not being a Constitutional requirement, is not essential to membership. This explanation is made in consideration of the fact that many members are reasonably perplexed upon this question as both the General and State Constitutions are very indefinite. Proof that it is not a Constitutional requirement is furnished every year by the report of the Committee on Credentials and by the Registrar's report. By reference to them it will be set in that the representation in Convention (that is, number of votes) is based upon the number of enrolled members; or, in other words, on Chapter rosters, and not on the number of registered members as given in Registrar's report. I would protest against being interpreted as encouraging indifference to filling out membership blanks. So far from that, I would urge that members fill them out, and thus avail themselves of the advantage of putting the services of ancestors on record. 10. Instruction and counsel in all matters connected with the Division is not only the special duty of my office, but a pleasure arising from a deep interest in the affairs of every Chapter. It is my earnest wish to keep in touch with all Chapters. 11. Any member of a Chapter having friends in any part of the State who would probably be interested in the establishment of a Chapter in her town, will please advise me of the fact, when II will communicate with those interested and instruct in all the details of organizing. 12. Certificates of membership emanate from General Headquarters, and bear the impress of the great seal of the Confederacy. These certificates can be secured, at a cost of ten cents each, by writing to the General Recording Secretary, Mrs. John P. Hickman, 31 Chamber of Commerce building, Nashville, Tennessee. 13. Copies of Annual sent to all Chapters free of charge-Chapters paying express for same. 14. Each Chapter is requested to send notices of work, from time to time, for publication in the U. D. C. column in the Houston Post, Address to me. 15. The Seventh Annual Convention of the Texas Division, in response to an invitation from Julia Jackson Chapter, Fort Worth, will be held in Fort Worth, beginning Tuesday, December 2d, 1902, at 10 o'clock. MRS. ADELIA. A. DUNOVANT, President Texas Division, U. D. C.