PAGE 81 -------------------------------------- REPORTS OF CHAPTERS. ENNIS Ennis Chapter, No. 37, Ennis-Loving greeting to the Texas Divison, U. C. D., is extneded by Ennis Chapter, and best wishes for a successful year to follow. Ennis Chapter has performed many duties this year, whith pleasure and profit, and peace and harmony reign supreme. Our State and National dues were promptly paid, and all indebtedness of the Chapter promptly met. Our contributions have been: To Hood's memorial window, $10; Jeff Davis monument fund, $5; Richmond Memorial Society, $5; floral offering for Mrs. Tobin; a Reagan fund has been created to assist the Daughters of Palestine in erecting a drinking fountain in honor of Hon. J. H. Reagan; a Thanksgiving box of choice eatables, and magazines, was sent to the Confederate home. August 7 and 8 we assisted Camp James Longstreet in entertaining Parsons' Brigade. Robert E. Lee's and Jeff Davis' birthdays were appropriately observed, and Decoration Day with a special memorial to Mrs. Tobin. The programs outlined by our State Historian have been used each month adding much interst to Chapter's work. VICTORIA Wm. P. Rogers Chapter, Victoria-The Wm. P. Rogers Chapter sends greeting. We have observed all the anniversaries and given ninety- seven crosses of honor to veterans. A donation of $5 has been made us from the G. M. L. Fly Chapter for the Rogers monument fund. We have received many courtesies from our State Secretary, Miss Daffan, and Mrs. Cone Johnson, our President; also have been furnished programs of study by Miss Duno- PAGE 82 -------------------------------------- vant. Our recipts and disbursements are so very nearly equal there remains but a small amount to our credit. MRS. J. M. BROWNSON, Corresponding Secretary. NACOGDOCHES Stone Fort Chapter, No. 520, Nacogdoches-Ihave delayed sending in our report, hoping to be able to send a betterone. Some of our members are very delinquent about dues, hence we are behind paying our State and National dues; send them out, however, today. Hope my delay has not inconvenienced you. MRS. E. C. BRANCH, Secretary. SULPHUR SPRINGS Joseph Wheeler Chapter, Sulphur Springs-We send greeting to all in convention assmembled. We desire to thank the Divison for again re-electing one of their vice presidents from our Chapter, namely, Mrs. Stella P. Dinsmore. We requested our representative to support the measure for our enlargement of the appropriation provided by the Sate of Texas for pensioning old soldiers of the confederacy and supporting the Confederate Home at Austin. We gave $18 in response to a call from the Alvin Camp. The wished to raise a fund for the relief of the veterans who lost their all in the dreadful coast storm, which occurred in September last year. We celebrated Lee's birthda January 19. There were sketches of his life as a son, husband, father, commander of the Southern army, and president of Washinton and Lee University. All these sketches showed him to be without an equal as a high-toned Southern genteman and Christian; also one of the ablest generals, under adverse circumstances, thtat modern warfare has ever produced. Music and elegant refreshments completed the program. We paid our State and antional dues last January. We have held a meetng called Texas druing the Confederacy; also the Albert Sidney Johson meeting. We observed Decoration Day, Aril 26. All the soldiers graves were marked the day before with minature Confederate flags, so all would be sure to be remembered. Our President deserved and received the thanks of the Chapter for the interst she PAGE 83 -------------------------------------- awakened in this subject. Memorial services were held on the same day in honor of our late President, Mrs. Tobin. We drafted resolutions of regret and wore mourning badges for thirty days. We observed Jefferson Davis' birthday, June 3. The program considted of sketches of his life, both public and private, music and recitations. We assisted the Camp here to entertain in the soldiers at the reunion of Ross', Ector's and Grandbury's Brigades, which took place August 14 and 15. We gave $2.50 to the fund for putting a memorial window in the Texas room at Richmond in honor of Terry's Texas Rangers. We contributed $2 to help defray the expense of printing the State Annual. It was also our honor to give $10 to the Albert Sidney Johnson monumunt fund. We also gave $1 to the Palestine Chapter to help build a drinking fountain to be named in honor of John H. Reagan. We have also promised $1 to Mrs. Winkler for another purpose, to be paid when called for. Our Chapter has just given an entertainment, "The Spinster's Return," which netted us a neal little sum. We are still at work raising money for our monument. Our library has been increaded by several additional books. We have lost by death several of our honorary gentlemen members. Mrs. Mary J. Blythe has secured nearly two hundred signatures to a petition requesting the Legislature to grant an appropriation of $20,000 to erect the Albert Sidney Johnston monument. This Chapter can not close its report without expressing its appreciation of the able mannner in which Mrs. Cone Johnson has dicharged the duties of the office she now holds, owing to the death of our beloved president Mrs. Tobin. Her mantle has, indeed, fallen on orthy shoulders. MRS. SUE McLEMORE, Presiden MRS. MARY J. BLYTHE, Rec. Secretary. Page 84 -------------------------------------- BRENHAM Tom Green Chapter, No. 551, Brenham-This Chapter was organized October 29, 1901 and chartered November 9. Wh have adopted as our motto that of the family of President Jefferson Davis: "With God, everything; witout God, nothing." Our meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month. The course of study, Southern history- Its heroes, its literature, its music. The chapter gave a recetption to Gen. John B. Gordon on March 19, at which time he visited our town and lectured at the opera house. Confederate veterans and the public at large were invited to meet and shake the hand of this hero of the South. Our dues with National and Sate have been paid, and no indebtedness rests upon our Chapter. We feel very much encouraged by the work done so far, and trust that in the future the zeal of each member for the noble cause will increase day by day. MRS. JAMES. WILLIAMS, President PALESTINE John H. Reagan Chapter, Palestine-In answer to a call from Mrs. A. R. Howard, Thursday, February 15, 1900, a number of our women met at the residence of Mrs. Howard and organized the John H. Reagan Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, with a membership of twenty charter members. Mrs. A. R. Howard was unanimously elected president. We also elected rour vice presidents, a recording secretary and a corresponding secretary, a treasurer, historian and chaplain. Since the first of the year our membership has increased to sixty- five members. At the annual election of officers in January, 1901, Mrs. A. R. Howard was again unanimously elected president; Mrs. J. W. K. Bryan, first vice president; Mrs. Frank Huffsmith, second vice president; Mrs. James B. Phillips, third vice president; Mrs. J. J. Word, fourth vice president; Mrs. D. J. Price, corresponding secretary; Mrs. George C. Crawford, recording secretary; Mrs. H. C. Howard, treasurer; Miss Kate Hunter, historian; Mrs. R. M. Jackson, chaplain, and Mrs. John H. Reagan, honorary president. Our Chapter holds its regular monthly meetings on the fourth Friday of each month. We follow out the history lessons as mapped out by Miss Dunovant, as far as practicable, and after the regular PAGE 85 -------------------------------------- routine work we have an interesting musical and literary program, funished by the talent of our Chapter. We have mapped out for our speical line of work the erection of a testimonial in honor of our beloved Judge Reagan, thus hoping to show our appreciation, through in a small way, the love and reverance we have for our Grand Old Man, believing it best to strew a few flowers in the path of the living, and not keep them all for the funeral bier. We have a standing committee on charity, appointed by the president; we have contributed a goodly sum toward alleviating the suffering and providing for the destitute, and assisting in burying the dead, especially those connected with the Lost Cause. Our Chapter held memorial services April 26 in the City Hall. The trustees of the public school granted our request, that the school children be permitted to attend the service in a body. A beautiful and touching service was held; then a procession formed and marched to the cemetery, where loving hands and tear-stained cheek dropped a flower upon the Confederate dead; a salute was fired and the graves left with their flowers, and crosses above them, which mark the last resting place of those battle-scarred soldiers. Under the auspices of the Daughters of the John H. Reagan Chapter memorial services were held for our late beloved president, Mrs. Benedett Tobin; also memorial services for our late president, William McKinley. Our Chapter is in a thriving, flourishing condition. Harmony and good will prevails throughout the entire membership. And at present our great desire is to realize our plans of erecting the testimonial of Judge Reagan. The city council kindly donated fourteen feet square for this purpose. Our president is enthusiastic and energetic in her work for the Chapter, and it is owing to her untiring efforts, zeal and great executive ability that our Chapter usually succeeds in its undertakings. MRS. GEORGIA CORDER CRAWFORD, Secretery. KILLEEN William P. Hardeman Chpter, Killeen-We have labored under many difficulties in this, our first year's work; consequently have done but little. In carrying out the program gotten up by our able State histo- PAGE 86 -------------------------------------- rian, we feel that we have been greatly benefited, and feel deeply grateful. We observed the different fete days, and held memoial services for Mrs. Tobin in connection with Decoration Day. Have contributed to both the Jeff Davis and albert Sidney Johnston momumental funds. We, the charter members of this Chapter, felt highly honored by the privilege of signing our application blank with the very penpoint used by Gen. W. P. Hardeman when he signed the ordinance of seccession, sacredly treasured and generously loaned us by his daughter (our worthy presdident), Mrs. Emma Roberts. Our Chapter has also been presented with a little mallet by this same swee lady carved from wood grown on the old homestead of Gen. Hardeman. Our motto, "Justice, Loyalty and Truth," we hope may prove an incentive to more thorough work another year, and we trust that ere our chosen flower, "Buffalo clover," bursts into bloom again, we may have done work as worthy of record as the little we have done this year. MINEOLA Mineola Chapter Mineola-We have a very small report to make. We were organized October 6, 1901; only two meetings. Officers: Mrs. A. O. Reading, president; Mrs. R. N. Stafford, first vice president; Mrs. I. M. Griffin, second vice president; Miss Eva Reeves, third vice president; Mrs. CcClellan, corresponding secretary; Mrs. Charles Revelle, recording secretary; Miss Eula Cofield, treasurer; Miss Zora Huffmaster, reistrar; Mrs. Ed Rogers, historian. Mers-Mrs. John Haskel, Mrs. Kate Bruce, Miss Jennie Blake, Miss Annie Hall, Mrs. I. H. Huffmaster, Honorary members- Miss May St. Clair McCamish, Miss Lena Lodekson, Mrs. Sam Henery. We are not as yet fully organized, but we have some very bright women in our Mineola Chapter, and will have a nice report next time. As yet we have not taken up work, but will as soon as we get in working order. MRS. CHARLES REVELLE, Recording Secretary PAGE 87 -------------------------------------- TYLER Mollie Moore Davis Chapter, No. 217, Tyler-Under the administration of Mrs. Cone Johnson, serving her third term as our president, this Chapter has made marked strides in the accomplishment of the purposes of our order. Our membership has grown from fity-eight, as reported last year, to eight-six, all of whom are in good standing and give to us either their active or financial support. Our monument fund has increaded until it now amounts to the substantial sum of $1,068.30, which justifies us in indulging the hope for a speedy consumnation of our plans for its erection, and to this end our city coucil has set apart in our cemetery a site for same. In addition to this handsome increase in our monument fund, our Chapter has raised and disbursed the follwing sums, towit: For current expenses of the Chapter.$128 97 Donation to Annual Texas Dicision, U. D. C.....................5 00 To Terry's Rangers' memorial window............................5 00 To Hood's Brigade memorial window..............................5 00 To Jefferson Davis monument...................................20 00 To memorial corsses of honor for old veterans..................8 00 To cash, medicines, groceries, wood, etc., to needy veterans..31 30 In this last sum is included a Confederate battle flag presented to the local camp of Veterans and $12 cheerfully sent for the relief of the storm-tossed veterans at Alvin, this being our second donation to them. We also remembered with well-filled boxes the Soldiers' Home at Austin at both Christmas and Thanksgiving, and our hearts have felt for the afflictions and distress of those veterans who sought our aid, and our hand is ready to give in proportion to our purse. The total moneys raised by this Chapter during the past year, including the increase in the monument fund, amounts to $531.66. The observance of the Memorial and Decoration Day in May was this year the scene of unusual interest and pathos, for the reason that there wree presented on this occasion crosses of honor to eighty veterans of the Confederacy, this being all the crosses the custodian would furnish us, though we desired and cuold have used seventy additional ones. The memory of the ceremonies on this day is now cherished by this Chapter, because the respone on PAGE 88 -------------------------------------- behalf of the veterans to the presentation of the crosses by our president, Mrs. Johnson, was made by that distinguished verteran, ex-Gov. Richard B. Hubbard. We regard this occasion as most memorable from the lamented fact that his glowing words of acceptance were the last public utterances of that brave soldier and eminent statesman. In July a reunion of the Veterans, lasting two days, was held under the auspices of the Albert Sydney Johnston Camp, U. C. V., of Tyler, assisted as uaual by our Chapter, and this event has also passed into local history as worthy of special mention and rememberance, for the reason that our Chapter presented the hallowed banner of the Confederacy to the Camp of Veterans, replacing the one that had been recetnly destroyed by fire, and Maj. James P. Douglas, Commander of the Camp, and a valiant warrior of the Loved Cause, accepted the flag in impassioned language that stirred the hearts of Daughters and sons, as well as of the battle- scarred sires, who heard him. Like Gov. Hubbard's speech, the words that fell from Maj. Douglas' lips were the last he uttered in public. Both these gallant chieftains, like their chivalric comrade, Col. Bryan Marsh, another of Tyler's noted veterans, whose death this year we here pause to record, have answered the summons of the soldier's last tattoo and joined the immortal army of heroes whose silent tents are spread on the camping grounds of Eternity. Death has also visited our Chapter and taken from our ranks Mrs. A. P. Moore, a Daughter whose influence and memory survive like an old melody, for her life was filled with noble deeds. The progress of this Chapter during the past year, as well as in the two years previous, has been largely due to the noble efforts and worthy example of our honored president, Mrs. Cone Johnson, who throughout the three years in which she has served us in this capacity, has always displayed makred executive ability, unceasing enthusiasm and untiring devotion for the cause she so dearly loves. This report of Mollie Moore Davis Chapter is submitted in the interst of the pruposes of our order to perpetuate the memory of the matchless courage and uncomplaining sacrifieces of her noble defenders, and to transmit to posterity the heroic legends of our beloved Southland. MRS. JOHN T. BONNER, Delegate. PHOTO INSERT MRS. R. A. HOWARD, Second Vice-President Texas Division U. D. C. PALESTINE PAGE 89 -------------------------------------- JUNCTION CITY J. B. Roberston Chapter, Junction City-in behalf of the J. B. Robertson Chapter, U. D. C., of Junction City, I report on the work accomplished during the past year. The birthday of R. E. Lee was appropriately observed. Decoration Day was a day long to be remembered by our Chapter. At 10 o'clock the procession formed at the court house. As the Doughters filed out the Sunday schools filled in the ranks, each bearing a floral tribute, and marched to the South Llano cemetery. After prayer by Rev. Allen, the flowers were placed on the graves, while the choir sang softly "Nearer, My God, to Thee." The procession formed again and accompanied by a large concourse of citizens, repaired to a beautiful grove near the river, where the excercises were continued. Hon. W. A. Williamson delivered an address I which he paid a beautiful, eloquent and touching tirbute to the dead. Mrs. Bannasky paid a loving tribute to our beloved president, Mrs. Tobin, and the deceased sisters of our Chapter. Music and refreshments closed the exercises for the day. Memorial service was held at night in the Baptist church, Elder J. D. Duret delivering an eloquent address, which was listened to by a large and appreciateve audience. On August 20 life-size pictures of Gen. Lee and Albert Sidney Johnston were presented to our chapter by the Misses Cloud. We have had some calls for help, to all of which we have responded. Our Chapter has grown some during the past year, and we mean to work more zealously in the coming year and show our sister Chapters that the wives and daughters of "The Mountina Remnant" are really worthy to be representatives of that noble band of veterans. MRS. FLORENCE COLLARD, President. MRS. DONA W. BOONE, Secretary. BRYAN L. S. Ross Chapter, Bryan-L. S. Ross Chapter tendres kind greetings to each Chapter here assembled, and herewith submits its annual report of work accomplished during the year. The work of the season 1900-1901 has been steadily progressing, and while PAGE 90 -------------------------------------- some gifted members have been transferred to other Chapters, new ones have been added, thus making the membership forty-five in number. We have endeavored to hold regular weekly meetings, at which the study of history has been pursued to some extent. Two intersting entertainments have been given for the purpose of replensihing our treasurey and meting current expenses. Our Chapter has met all appeals of charity that have been brought to us. We have observed with appropriate ceremonies the three anniversaries which are sacred to every loyal Daughter of the Confederacy, viz: Memorial Day, the birthdays of Robert E. Lee and Jefferson Davis, We have filled all obligations to both National organizatin and State Division. By request of C. B. Gordon Chapter, Huntsville, Texas, we have placed tombstones in our cemetery over the graves of James Harrison, a Confederate veteran, formerly of Huntsville, whod died in Bryan. We adopted appropriate resolutions on the death of our beloved State president, Mrs. B. B. Tobin, a copy of which was sent to the Confederate Veteran for pulication. We have erected fifty markers over the graves of Confederate veterans who sleep in our cemetery. We have sent $2 to the State secretary, to be used toward the expense of publication of the Auual. We sent a beautiful floral offering to the grave of Mrs. Allen D. Sanford, nee Miss Stell Shephard whos untimely death cast a gloom of sadness over our membership, and whose memory is still sacred to each of us, realizaing, as we do, that as the originator of our Chapter, she was always our inspiration and guide. Our Chapter has been fortunate in having Mrs. J. J. Adams as the president, who is in every way well fitted to fill the position. We have endeavored to carry out the benevolent, historical and social features of the work, and we hope to improve in methods and enthusiasm year by year, and thus extend the sphere of our usefulness. MRS. WM. A. BANKS, Corresponding Secretary. SHERMAN Dixie Chapter, No. 35, Sherman- I have the honor and pleasure of representing Dixie Chapter. I bring greetings from our wothy president, Mrs. J. P. Geren, and from the Chapter members I respectfully report a membership of thirty-eight. No deaths, one removal, Mrs. Laura Brown going to El Paso to live. We have three new members. We have upon our rolls a large number of names whom we claim as members, but who are barred from the report by delinquency. In a city overwhelmingly Southern in sen- PAGE 91 -------------------------------------- timent we deplore the chronic inertia of our sex in matters so dear to all our hearts. That we are alive and have a working quota of active members is all we boast. We held all our regular meetings for the year, except a brief vacation which was voted during the heated term. We decorated our monument on Decoration Day and assisted Camp Mildred Lee in strewing flowers on the graves in the cemetery plot. Our Chapter is now in charge (by request of the camp) of the country plot, and sees that it is kept nicely, the grass trimmed and everything seemly. We are now engaged in raising a fund to place individual markers at each grave, and to erect a memorial tablet in the midst We have endeavored to promote sociability in our work. The Chapter held one large reception in honor of the veterans last January, which was well attended and enjoyed. We have done little in the way of literary study, except occasional papers or recitations, all in line with our motives. We are invited to the meetings of the camp, but do not attend as regularly as we should, their hour (3 p. m. on Sunday) being a little hot during the summer months. Our treasurer reports a level balance as to collections and disbursements, and, finally, we are in absolute hormaony among ourselves and with all the world. MRS. M. M. JONOVANT, Chairman Delegation. CORSICANA Navarro Chapter, No. 108, Corsicana-Thirteen meetings have been held; ten regular, three called and unusually well attended. On one occasion twenty-one were present; on another thirty-three were present. The three great days-Jeff Davis' and Lee's birthdays and Deocartaion day-have been duly observed. A regular reportr, whose duty it is to report every meeting to the three town papers, has been appointed. The "literary feature" has not been overlooked, reminiscenses bearing a large share in this part of the meetings, and old war-time songs a specialty. A committee on "condolence" has been formed. Their duty is to attend funerals of ex- Confederate soldiers and show "honor to whom honor is due," and to visit and sympathize with the grief-stricken ones. Also a lot in the city cemetery has been donated by the city, and is in charge of Navarro Chapter. It has been improved and beautified and made a fitting resting place for tired old soldiers. PAGE 92 -------------------------------------- A crowded car, under the auspices of the Chapter, attended the Dallas Fair on Confederate Day. A lecture has been given by Gen. Gordon, realizing $57 for the Chapter. By taking charge of sales on "opening day" at a flourishing home business house, the sum of $75 for the monument was realized. Several new members have been added and enthusiasm has not abated. The Chapters has lost valued members in Mrs. S. A. Pace, Mrs. H. T. Roberts, and Mrs. James Kerr, and grieves with its sister Chapters over the cutting off of our valued president in the midst of her useful career. while not unmindufl of the needs of the living, Navarro Chapter is hopeful of ere long seeing o white colun rising skyward to perpetuate the memory of the Confederate soldier. MISS LIDA LEA, Secretary. CUERO Wm. R. Friend Chapter, Cuero-I am glad the Wm. R. Firend Chapter of Curero has made me its proxy. The report is a simple statement of duty done, but in glancing over the membership of twenty-seven names, I desire to tell you something of its personnel. Named in memory of Wm. R. Friend, a captian in Terry's Rangers; the honorary member veteran of Emmett lynch Camp, in honor of Emmett Lynch, who, though a boy, was one of Shannon's scouts and was killed on the last day of the Confederacy. I see the name of Buchel, a kinswoman of him who sleeps at Austin with this on his tomb: "Kinighted by the queen a pasha in Egypt, he fell a colonel in the Confederate army." The names of Schleicher and Crain are known in the Congress of the United States. The name of the wife of Senator Davidson is on this roll, and we of the United Daughters of the Confederacy honor and commend the Senators and Congressmen of the last Legislature. As historian of the Wm. R. Friend Chapter appears the name of the widow of one of our chief justices. Judge John William Stayton, and I can add no greater luster to his pure name and noble life than by saing he was a Confederate soldier. LaGRANGE LaGrange Chapter, No. 336, LaGrange-This Chapter can not boast of a large membership, but its members are all enthusiastic PAGE 93 -------------------------------------- workers, and the past year has been a most pleasant and profitable one. We have paid up all dues, State and National, and have responded to several appeals from abroad, among which I may mention a donation fo $10 sent to Maj. Littlefield at Austin, to be applied to the Terry Rangers monument fund. Our donation, Maj. Littlefield wrtoe us, was the first response he had received from the Chapters of the State. We made a small donation of $8 to Mrs. Cobbs of Alvin for the flood sufferers, and likewise a box of nice wearing apparel. We have $15 in our treasury for the Jefferson Davis monument. May other minor appeals have not been overlooked. We have carried out the programs issued by the State historian, at each meeting, which is once a month, oftern adding other interesting features to our programs. We are collecting a very nice little library to assist in the study of the Confederate cause, and have now Alexander H. Stephens' "War Between the States," Davis' "Rise and Fall of the Confederacy," Percy Griggs' History, Louise Manly's Southern Literature, Father Ryan's poems and other less important works, which make the work exceedingly interesting. Our chapter has no funished hall for meetings, but has in the past been meeting at the homes of our different members, thus making it all the more sociable. During the coming year we will meet at the home of our president, Mrs. J. F. Wolters. We hope the new year will find our Chapter increased in membership and enthusiasm, and may much good be done for our cause which we all love so well. MRS. J. F. WOLTERS, President. MRS. PERCY FAISON, Secretary. DENISON Denison Chapter No. 250, Denison.-Seventy-five dollars paid on cemetery improvement for Conferate Veterans' Cemetery. We send as delegates to the Convention, Mrs. Stella Barnett and Mrs. Mary L. Darby. Some interest is being taken now in our work: more than formerly. We have about twenty-five new members who have not yet qualified. MRS. EULA DURLAND, President Denison Chapter No. 25, U. D. C. PARIS Lamar Chapter, No. 258, Paris-Two dinners, making $100.20 PAGE 94 -------------------------------------- received from various sources, in bank. Amount expended for floral offering to U. C. V. grave, $2.50. Our President, Mrs. Louise Page Settle, is serving her second term very acceptably and has worked faithfully and intelligently to advance the interst of the Chapter; but has been handicapped by absence of members during last summer and also by indifference of those who promised and should have held up her hands. Our next election will be in January. MRS. A. P. BOYD, Cor. Sec'y Lamar Chapter No, 258, U. D. C. Paris, Texas, Nov. 29th, 1901. ROCKDALE Rockdale Chapter, No. 340, Rockdale.-Our Chapter organized Oct. 30th, 1899, by Mrs. Cobbs of Alvin, with fourteen charter members. We have grown to about thirty, having dropped some half dozen more from different causes, some having moved away, some never paid their dues, others resigned. We paid five dollars toward the Memorial Window in honor of Terry's Texas Rangers at Richmond, Va.: five to the Albert Sydeny Johnston monument; five to the Jefferson Davis monument; one dollar to the John H. Reagan monument at Palestine; bought some of the Jefferson Davis buttons, to add to the fund. We observed the birthdays of both Jefferson Davis and that of Robt. E. Lee. This is our report of the year 1901. MRS. LIZZIE WILLCOX, Corresponding Secretary. MRS. ANNIE YOUNG TANNER, President. LIVINGSTON Ike turner Chapter, No. 484, Livingson.-This Chapter was organized in June, 1901; has been in existence less than six months; has paid State dues, and has a membership of 36. The chapter assisted Ike Turner Camp in unveiling a monument to the Confeerate dead. We named our Chapter in honor of our twnsman, the gallant young officer who gave his life for the Southland in Virginia. We meet on the last Friday in the month. Have purchased books to pursue the program prpared by the State Historian, Miss Adelia A. Dunovant. MISS IDA HILL, President. PAGE 95 -------------------------------------- CALDWELL William S. Holmes Chapter, No. 527, Caldwell.-This Chapter was organized October 30, 1901, and at the time of its organization claimed the largest charter membership of any Chapter ever organized in the State. Being a new Chapter, it claims as yet no garnered sheaves, but its 94 members, proud of their heritage of the title, Daughters of the Confederacy, send loving and loyal greeting to the State Division in convention assmembled. May all things tend to the good of the common cause and the widening of the influence of the United Daughters of the Confederacy. (MISS) JESSIE WOMACK, Secretary. BAY CITY T. S. Rugely Chapter, No---, Bay City.-T. S. Rugely Chapter was organized November 17 with 44 charter embers. Mrs. Henry Rugeley was elected president and Mrs. J. W. Gaines secretary. The charter was at once applied for, but as yet has not been received. As the Chapter is so recently organized, it sends no deleate, but is represented by a proxy. Bay City has for some years manifested a desire for such an organization, and the members are enthused in the cause. NAVASOTA Hannibal Boone Chapter, No.---, Navasota.-To the daughers of the South, convened in commemoration of the deeds of valor of your fathers, and ours, we, your sisters of Hannibal Boone Chapter greet you. Our Chapter ws organized in October of the present year with 41 charter members, and shows an increase of 18, making a total enrollment of 59, and giving an earnest of good works to be done. Enthusiasm and devotion to the cause characterize our members, and the memory of the hero whose name we bear fires our hearts with a desire to do all that can be done for the cause we represent. A bond of love and memories unites Daughters of the Confederacy. Our fathers were the noblest men who ever rallied to the defense of a lofty principle, so let us make it the great ambition of our lives to bear ourselves with a lofty courage and devotion to duty worthy of our fahters. WAXAHACHIE Sims Watson Chapter, No.---, Waxahachie.-The organization of a chapter of the Daughters of the Confederacy in Waxa- PAGE 96 -------------------------------------- hachie is due entirely to the zeal and energy of Miss Daffan, our State Secretary. It is true, we had the necessary elements, but she came inour midst and imparted the leaven of enthusiasm, and Presto! the work was accomplished. This organization is of such recent date that our report is necessarily brief. Our charter membership was 57. This number increased to 67 in two meetings of the Chapter, and as there are still many others knocking for admittance our prospects are very encouraging. We christened our Chapter Sims-Watson, and in this combination we have linked memories of a brave and faithful private with a bold and dashing officer. The ere both citizens of Ellis county and enlisted from our town. They passed through the hottest and most trying times of that four years scourge, and afterwards their lives present an unbroken record of purity and integrity. We feel that our own brave dead deserve our notice, and to them, though the monument be small, we raise our first memorial of love and gratitude. We have adopted a literary and social program, thinking that the surest way of meeting the difficulty arising from bringing together miscellaneous tastes and inclinations. We have found the programs prepared by Miss Dunovant, the State Historian, very helful, and we advocate the use of these programs as both instructive and intersting. We hope to be able to make ourselves a name in the cnvention of 1902, not for numbers alone, but for earnest work, both literary and benevolent. YOAKUM Frnak Lubbock Chapter, Nol 520, Yoakum.-This Chapter sends love and greetings to the State convention of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, now in session in the city of San Antonio, Texas. On October 26, 1901, in the chity of Yoakum, DeWitt county, Texas, a band of loyal women, whose hearts were still aflame with love for home and native land, organized the Frank Lubbock Chapter, United Daughters of the Confederacy, with 41 members. Since then our membership has reached 47, with prospects of a large increase in the near future. As our Chapter has just recently been organized, we have not done any substanieal work yet, but we hope by the next convention to have a glowing report to give in from our Chapter. Our hearts are in this work and we want to be in the front rank with those who are tryng to push this glorious cause forward. We are very proud to state that ex-Gov. Lubbock has presented PAGE 97 -------------------------------------- to our Chapter a book written by himself, "Six Decades in Texas." MRS. F. M. TATUM, President... MRS. JOHN M. GREEN, Secretery. EAGLE LAKE John Dunovant Chapter, No. 360, Eagle Lake.-This Chapter on March 1, 1901, had only 33 members. It was organized in March, 1900. Since March, 1901, we have gained 80 new members, making in all 113. This year we have met twice a month, with very good attendance. Mrs. Ella Gwynn, our president, is a good workier in the cause and commands the love of all the members. It was through her untiring energy and zeal that we have gained as we have. We observed Decoration day, April 26. The Chapter constitution has been printed, and almost every member has a copy. Our flower is the pansy. Our Chapter motto is "in Today Walks Tomorrow." We have responded to every call, both small and large, and as yet we have no place of meeting except at private houses. Harmony and patriotism rule our Chapter, the prevailing sentiment being to pay rightful tribute to the bravery and fidelity of our Southern soldiers, living and dead, and to show forth with what abiding affection and zealous care the conquered banner is still cherished. We have furnished fifty-five certificates of membership to our Chapter, and have applied for twent-four badges of honor for Confederate Veterans. MRS. G. H. EATON, Secretery. LULING Mosby Chapter, No.---, Luling.-Our Chapter was organized November 11 with 59 members. The organizers of the Chapter were Miss Mollie E. Connor of Eagle Lake and Mrs. Kate Hanson of Columbus. We immediately applied for a charter, but have not received it. No proxy forms have been sent us, but we are anxious to have a seat in the present convention. Although there is but one flag. "let Southern skied reflect it, let Southern suns shine upon it, let Southern breezes kiss it, and, so long as there is life, Southern hearts will love it and Southern sons will defend it." We want to be inscribed among those who are wives, daughters and sisters of the defenders of the Stars and Bars. MRS. A. C. BRIDGES, President. MARGARET J. HUFF, Secretary. PAGE 98 -------------------------------------- SAN ANTONIO Barnard E. Bee Chapter, No---, San Antonio.-Our Chapter has increased its membership about 30 during the last year, and while we have to mourn the loss of several valuable members who have passed into the beyond, the membership of the Chapter, is active, energetic, working members, has materially increased. We have worked on in the most harmonious way, which has characterized this Xhapter from the beginning. There is much interest in the work undertaken during the year of erecting a drinking fountain in this city as a memorial to the Daughters of the Confederacy, and we have succeded in making a sustantial beginnng twoard the collection of the necessary funds for this purpose. We have celebrated the anniversaries suggested by the mommittee of this division in a most creditable way. Our Lee celbration is always well attended by many outside of the order, as well as by the enthusiastic Confederate Veterans and the Daughters, while the anniversary of our beloved chieftain, Jefferson Davis, is always properly remembered and celebrated by the true and loyal Daughters. We have conferred crosses of honor upon niety-six veterans, and have made some expenditures in the sodding of graves and the securing of water for the Confederate cemetery. Have erected a simple monument to the memory of the Hon. John S. Ford, and have been liberal in making floral offerings on proper occassions. There is nothing more beautiful or appreciated in our work than the simplea and inexpensive donations of crosses of honor to our honored Confederate Veterans, who receive them so proudly and gratefully. We have annually strewn flowers on the graves of veterans and our dear departed embers, while our greatest expenditure has been in contributing, in a suitable way, to the comfort of needy veterans and their families. We have assisted the Albert Sidney Johnston Chapter, U. D. C., of this city, in all their undertakings, and have to thank them for their co-operation and assistance whenever they found it possible to join us. During the International Fair held in San Antonio in October we had the pleasant privilege of entertaining Confederate veterans and their families on Confederate day, and of participating with distinguished veterans there present in giving proper distinction to the celebration of the day so kindly set apart by the managers of the Fair association for that purpose. Twenty-five dollars was sent. In conclusion, permit me to say, on behalf of Barnard E. Bee Chapter, that we shall work no less loyally and faithfully in the future than in the past for the perpetuation of the sacred memories and noble sentiments which are the basis of our organization, and Page 99 -------------------------------------- believe our Chapter to be loyal and true in all worhty work which may be undertaken by the Texas Division, the welfare and honor of which sall be promoted in every way possible. As to the local Chapter entertaining the delegates to the division annual convention, we have done our best to ontribute to your pleasure and comfort, and extend to you our cordial welcome to the simple hospitality which we have been able to furnish. Respectfully submitted, MRS. A. W. HOUSTON, President GLIDDEN Glidden Chapter, No.---, Glidden.-The Glidden Chapter was organized in October with a membership of 13 charter members. A charter was applied for, through the State Secretary, Miss Katie Daffan, and promptly received. The Chapter will for the present be known as the Glidden Chapter, and, with a fine set of officers, we hope to add many new members and do good work for the cause. MRS. EUGNEIA DARBY, President. MRS. B. F. MOORE, Secretary. GONZALES Gonzales Chapter No., ---, Gonzales.-On Saturday, November 9, a chapter of United Daughters of the Confederacy was organized here by Mrs. Kate Hanson, president of the Columbus Chapter. These zealous ladies were sent here by Miss Dunoant of Houston to effect an orgainzation of the Chapter, and it is with pride and pleasure that Gonzales, the "Lexinton of Texas," claims the rproud distintion of having organized with the largest charter membership in the State of Texas, the number being 135 enthusiastic, patriotic women, fully imbued with the promotion of an understanding of the constitutional principles for which the men of the Confederacy fought and died, and to actively engage in historical research, memorial, benevolent and social improvement and to study the noble character and thought of the people of our dear Southland; to instill into the minds of the children of this generation a knowledge of the fundamental principles of the government founded by their forefathers, and to inspire a veneration for those heroes who gave their lives for the Lost Cause-- "Breathers there a man with soul so dead, Who never to himself hath said, "This is my own, my native land?" PAGE 100 -------------------------------------- Who has not patriotism, love of country and an undying reerence for the principles fought for by our Confederate heroes, for the Old South? In response to a call for the purpose of organizing a Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy a large number of ladies met at Kleine's hall, in Gonzales, Texas, November 9, 1901. An organization, with a charger membership of 133 names enrolled, was effected. It was decided to call the Chapter the Gonzales Chapter, U. D. C., for the present. The following officers were elected: Mrs. W. B. Sayers, president; Miss Mattie Harwood, first vice president; Mrs. W. B. Houston, second vice president; Mrs. A. W. Harman, third vice-president; Mrs. W. W. Glass, treasurer; Miss Mamie Tate, corresponding secretary; Miss Rozelle Nicholson, historian; Miss Minerva Lewis, registrar. After registering and paying charter fee the meeting adjourned. MISS MATTIE HARWOOD, President Pro Tem. ORA WOOD, Secretary Madame President and D. U. C.-I take pride and pleasure in saying that I am Corresponding Secretary of the Gonzales Chapter, U. D. C., the Chapter with th largest charter membership in the State. Our Chapter has not much of a report to make, being in a chrysolite state: but we hope you will yet hear the fluuter of its wings. We have a "local habitation, but no name," like a mother with her first babe-there was none good enough, but we will outgrow that. What is the usual time after chartre is applied for before securing same? Camp Key requested Miss Donrout to organize Gonzales a local habitation, but no name. McKINNEY Scott-Dixon Chapter, No. 197, McKinney, Texas.-At our last report the name of Miss Daire Jasper was left out through mistake, so that makes our number 26. Our Chapter has studied again this year "Manly's Southern Literature." The meetings have not been so many as desired. The interst taken is not what we hope for. Our treasure resigned, leaving the newly elected on the dues to collect. We had given us a beautiful lot in the city cemetery, on which we expect to erect a Confederate Monument. PAGE 101 -------------------------------------- FORT WORTH Julia Jackson Chapter, No. 141, Fort Worth.-An old Fidllers' Contest, given undr the auspices of Julia Jackson Chapter, for the benefit off the relief fund of R. E. Lee Camp, No. 158, U. C. V., in April last, netted $478.00. During the year just closed we have been supporting two old ladies, besides aid given to a number of others I need. The Chapter attended in a body, with the Camp of the city, the Memorial Services at the Fist Baptist Church, on June 3d. The following day the graves of the dear old Veterans, who had gone to their last rest, were covered with the most beautiful flowers-- love's truest emblems. The reason this day was selected was because at that time we would have no flowers. Julia Jackson Chapter, together with R. E. Lee Camp, adopted resolutions on the death of Mrs. Benedette Tobin, the State Division's beloved President, and a copy of the same was sent to the family of the deceased. In answer to a call from the Division Secretary, two $(2.00) dollars was sent to pay the debt on the annual. The Chapter is making an effort to mark all the graves of the Confederates buried in our city. On the 1st day of November, just passed, we presented the drama, "Queen of the South," for the benefit of the Camp, and the amount net was $232.00, making a total of $810.00 turned over to the relief fund of the Camp in less than a year. BELTON Bell County Chapter, No. 101, Belton.-Our Chapter commenced the study of Confederate History last year, and has continued the study with increasing interest until now, under the encouragement of our President, Mrs. Harris. We have been much aided in this by the most excellent programmes kindly sent us every month by our State Historian, Miss Dunovant. From the sujects furnished we have at each meeting selected at least two and tried as far as possible to read from the authors given. Alexander Stevens, Jefferson Davis, J. Wm. Jones, J. H. Brown, and others, have been our standards. The discussions have been animated and interesting. We have also read some Southern romance and poetry, and in all had a profitable year. The Historian was absent much off the summer, but on her return read a report of histocial items gathered for the Chapter during her absence. JANE M. WARE, Historian Chapter 101. PAGE 102 -------------------------------------- The report of the Historian, modestly made, does not express the advantage the historical work has been to our Chapter. The attendance and interest in our monthly meetins have greatly increased. We began the historical work on January 19. Our subject for that day was "The Reconstruction of Robt. E. Lee and Hihs Life Ater the War," which was beautifully put forward by our Historian, who, being a native of Virginia and having lived in the "heart of the war," has been able to give us many personal reminiscenses and to portray much of the spirit and deelings of those days. Our Chapter carried out ist yearly pleasant duty of decorationg and arranging the music for the meeting. We have distriuted only thirty-five Crosses of Honor, but our President made some appropriate remarks in regard to the Crosses at a special meeting of the Veterans and we hope to secure many applications next year. Our Chapter is in good working order, all members responding readily and enthusiastically to calls for special work. We contributed $25.00 to the "Terry Ranger Window." with a promise to raise the amount of our subscription if needed. MRS. A. J. HARRIS, President LEXINGTON Sterling Price Chapter, No. 456.-The Sterling Price Chapter of U. D. C. organized the 19th of February of this year, with forty members enrolled after personal soliciation. We had very interesting programmes, with an avererage attendance of about twenty members, until July; since that time not more than seven have been present. We have just adopted a Consitution and By-Laws at last meeting (first Friday in each month being the regular time). We also have a beautiful flag for our Chapter. July 3d and 4th we united with the Veterans and Sonso fo Confederates and had a reunion, which was a success in every respect. So far we have really given no material aid to the cause outside of our own Chapter work, but hope to do so now that we are really organized and can enter into the real work. We have two scrap-books to insert personal reminiscences and clippings from papers as we find them. No deaths have occurred. WILLS POINT Mrs. Cone Johnson Chapter, No. 492, Willis Point.-We have not done any work, so far; but we hope in the near future. We PAGE 103 -------------------------------------- have donated five dollars to Albert Sidney Johnston Monument, to be erected in Austin. With best wishes and greetings from our Chapter for your success in the Convention, we are Yours truly, MRS. J. T. HAMEN, President MRS. H. T. FRY, Secretery. BEAUMONT Dick Dowling Chapter, No.---, Beaumont.- Twas thrity-eight years ago today, 'Midst the smoke of cannons' blast, That a band of Irsip patriots stood, Determined, brave and steadfast. Only a handful of warriors gray, Beside the frowning guns, Awating the word to "load and fire" From the bravest of Ireland's sons. Proudly the fleet of the enemy came, Steaming against the tide, Scorning to heed the Irish guns Hid by the riverside. Out from the fort a missile flies, Aimed by a steady eye-- 'Twas the signal for this Spartan band To win victory or die! Fiercer and faster the cannon spoke, Hurling vengeance to the fleet, Hatless and barefoot they worked the guns 'Midst powder, smoke and heat! the proceeds were deovted to the monument fund of Dick Dowling. His anniversary (September 8, 1863) will be observed by the Chapter with suitable ceremonies each year. Beside the general and State dues, the sum of $2 was contributed to the State minutes and #3 to the memorial wndow at Richmond, Va., for Terry's Rangers. Apropos of the valutation of the corss of honor by the recipents, a pathetic indident was the bequeathing of his cross by Micky Carr of Dick Dowling's company to Mrs. Watson-a bequest she treasures, as it represented his highest honor and joy. JOSIE GOODHUE, Delegate. PAGE 104 -------------------------------------- HUNTSVILLE. J. B. Gordon Chapter, No. 339, Huntsville.-With gratitude to our Heavenly Father for His blessings, past and present, and sisterly regard for the members of Texas Division, J. B. Gordon Chapter extends greeging to the Sixth Annual Convention. As Secretary, I am glad to report that all dues, National and State, have been paid; all incidental expenses defrayed; the grave of every Veteran in our cemetery marked by neat and substantial stones, for which full payment has been made. Decoration Day was impressively observed. "Our Southland" was the gem of the musical numbers and an address by Hon. T. H> Ball its crowning literary feature. The occasion being an appropriate one, a memorial tribute, touching and heartfelt, was paid to Mrs. Benedette Tobin, our late President, who had but recently died. The beads of our rosary of contributions are not numerous nor imposing;; yet are significant and serve to show that our hearts are in our work. A donation was made to the fund raised by Miss Hunter, Sponsor of Hood's Texas Brigade, for the benefit of Veterans from the Confederate Home who attended the Reunion in Galveston; "Reagan Fountain" at Palestine was also remembered, together with several- minor enterprises. Local charities claim our attention at all times. a most fitting prototype of U. D. C. work is to be found in the pure and adhesive snow-ball which covers and recovers its surface with countless minute crystals at every revolution, all to be eventually transformed into silvery spray and wafted heavenward. Respectully submitted, MRS. M. D. FARRIS, Secretary. 'This but to re-descend on some auspicious day, In generous drops, soft dew or melting spray, Thus giving us a prototype, ideal Of our Confederate work-progressive, sacred, real. M. D. F. HOUSTON Houston-Oran M. Roberts Chapter Daughters of Confederacy.-Oran M. Roberts Chapter was organized at Houston on February, 1901, and in December, in then months, had 312 members! What a wonderful record, and how proud, as well as how happy, Miss Dunovant, our President, is, to bring this force of members and of zeal as an offering to the holy cause she so loves and honors. When in months our Chapter has climed high into the hundreds, how PAGE 105 -------------------------------------- glorious the promise the future holds of its years of development. Whence comes this strength of numbers and earnestness of purpose? The Chapter say: From the great executive ability of Miss Dunovant; from the warmth of her patriotism, that magnetically draws others into the work to which she deligates her life. Miss Dunovant say the Chapter is strong, because it has been nourished upon the principles of the Sout; earnest of purpose, because its mission is to defend the South against false history; enthusiastic, because it has mounted to the pinnacle of Southern influences, and in that rarified atmosphere the soul has has expanded. The Oran M. Roberts Chapter meets once each week n the parlors of Miss Dunovant's home. Home, that has evre been the glory of Southern womanhood and the reverence of Southern manhood, is a suitable shrine for the altar of the confederacy, and the Daughters may well consecrate to the Confederacy, whos name and honors they bear, a few hours of each week. What is the devotional work that this Chapter pursues? First, a practical business meeting, for without this solid foundation of effort, even lofty thoughts and noble sentiment can accomplish little; then, historic reading from the Chapter's well selected library, and general discussion and elucidation of those readings. Mrs. O. M. Roberts and seveal members of the Chapter have generously contibuted to the Chapter library. Thrilling music and recitation follow calm-browed history in perpetuating memories. Last is the "social half hour." when the President becomes the hostess and serves refreshments (symbol of Southern hospitality) to her guests-the Chapter. Over this scene two glorious banners droop in benediction. One is the flag of the Confederacy, presented to the Chapter by Miss Dunovant; the other was presented to the Chapter by Mrs. O. M. Boberts. In every fold of this time-worn flag nestle tales of the heroic struggle of the '60s. The staff briefly chronicles its history: "Presented by the fair women of Ppelousas to O. M. Roberts, in onor of the brigade of infantry commanded by him at the battle of Bayou Bourbeau, Lousianaa, on the ed of November 1863." This flag, Mrs. Roberts, "was prized by the Governor," and "taken by him to all of the Confederate Reunions." And now, we, the Daughters of the State that, through the leadership of Oran M. Roberts, united her destiny with that of hre sister States of the Confedercy, we now unfurl, side by side with this time-worn, historic flag, a banner with the name "Oran M. Roberts Chapter" blazoned in gold, bidding the Daughters of Texsas to do honor to the memory of this great son of Texas. Other States have their great sons to whom we bow in homag; but it is meet that we forget not those that lifted Texas to the highest PAGE 106 -------------------------------------- altitude of State grandeur; and, among all, the name of Oran M. Roberts stands pre-eminent. As lawyer, jurist, statesman, soldier, teacher, historian, he has no rival in the annuals of Texas. An beneath his name, on our Chapter banner, Miss Dunovant has incribed, in letters of living light, the words, "Memory is the Mother of the Muses." The two anniversaires that have occurred since the organization of our Chapter have been celebrated with stately decorum and loving enthusiasm. Memorial Day, the large hail in which our services were held was literally thronged by the general public. Conspicous in the crown was the Dick Dowling Camp of Veterans-welcome visitors. The exercises considted of the singing of "Our Southland" by several hundred public school children; reading our "Ritual;" address by the President, also memorial tribute by her to our lamented and beloved State President, Mrs. Tobin. The birthday of President Davis was celebrated with equal dignity and honor. Features of the oceasion were: Presentation of Crosses of Honor to members of Dick Dowling Camp, accompanied by appropriate remarks by the President; address, "Jefferson Davis, by Chapter Historian; song, "Jefferson Davis," written for the celebration by our President; other musical and recitative numbers by members of our Chapter. We consider our Chapter singularly fortunate I having enrolled the names of many accomplished musicians and elocutionists. As regards finances, we paid the general and State per capita dues-$10.00 into each treasury-upon our organization, although constitutionally exempt, on account of having organized after the prescribed time for payment. In recognition of our generosity in not availing ourselves of the constitutional exemptions from taxes, the General Treasurer, Mrs. J. Jefferson Thomas, had the letter of our Treasurer published in the Atlanta Journal: "Miss Dunovant attended the General Convention, recently held in Wilmington, and so marked were the honors accorded her that her Chapter attests its gratification by this official rederence." Recently we responded to the appeal of the State Secretary. Miss Dafan, by sending $2.00 extra to pay balance due on printing Annual. Our President, Miss Dunovant, had the honor of representing Houston, and probably Texas, through a floral offering at the ceremonies attendant upon the unveiling of the bust of General Lee in the Hall of Fame at University Heights, New York, on May 30th. This floral offering, a large and handsome wreath in red, with a white star in the center, was a individual tribute from Miss Dunovant to the South's peerless leader, and was sent in response PAGE 107 -------------------------------------- to a telgram from Mrs. Weed, General President of the United Daughters of the Confederacy. One more item,, which we cannot leave untold: There have been, during the ten months of our existence as a Chapter 945 members in attendance upon our meetings. This does not include, of course, the anniversary celebrations. When I tell you that our meetings were discontinued during the months of July and August, you will, I know, agree with me in regarding it a mtter of proud record. The Oran M. Roberts Cahpter has had an average attendance of 118 a month. MRS. MAGGIE DUNOVANT CALHOUN. R. E. Lee Chapter, No. 186, Houston.- "Another year has come and gone, Its joys and sorrows, too," but with its flight we feel the tender interest that circles a well beloved memory. Our Historian, Mrs. Seabrook Sydnor, has quickended the spirit of our Chapter by having a historical meeting each month at the home of different members (between the regular business meetings) where history and sociability mingled, and consecrated each afternoon with kind thoughts and pleasant words. In the early part of the year it was our privilege to sign a petition to the legislature asking for the appropriatin of $10,000 for a monument to Albert Sidney Johnston. Brave Alvin, strong in its endeavor to show its character to the world, and earnest in its purpose to let us understand that, though tossed and torn by the wind of heaven, it has pride and courage left. It did not ask something for nothing, even in its extremity. It sent us a poem to sell. Our Chapter sent the Alvin Chapter $7.50, the price of the poems. We must note that fact that our meetings are now called to order by a gavel made from the gun of a noted patriot which was given to us by Mr. George Branard. Over 200 graves of our Confederate dead are now identified by a small iron cross, on which the letters U. C. V. are painted. These crosses are placed at the head of each grave by our Chapter and on Decoration day our silent ones sleep beneath a wilderness of flowers. During April Mrs. B. F. Weems so ably manged an entertainment that our Chapter realized from this source that neat sum of $65.80, which amount has been added to our monument fund. Resolutions were prepared to the memory of our well beloved President, Mrs. Benedette B. Tobin, and read at our memorial meeting on the 26th of April. The birthday of Jefferson Davis was appropriately celebrated. PAGE 108 -------------------------------------- When the tidings reached our city that our nation's chief was dead, the Daughters had a called meeting and sent a floral emblem to the house of mourning. Another called meeting drew our Chapter together with bonds of sympathy for our own searnest, faitful President, Mrs. T. R. Franklin, after the death of Major Franklin. Gudided by loving hearts, resolutions were written and sent to Mrs. Franklin. Our Chapter cleared $648.35 from an amateur performance of "Bibi," and we feel grateful to state that our monument fund now amounts to $2708.20. Hope the charmer lingers still behind, "bidding us look to the future, where we see a monument grand, erected to our noble dead." Respectully submitted, MRS. PRESLEY K EWING, Recording Secretary VICTORIA Wm. P. Rogers Chapter, No. 44, Victoria.-Mrs. President and Daughters of the Confederacy: The Wm. P. Rogers Chapter sends cordial greetings, which would have been given in person by our President, but for continued absence from the Sate. For more than half the year the care of our Chapter has devolved upon our Second Vice-President, and right nobly has she responded to duty's call. As in nature, light and shadow follow each other, so have we felt the sunshine of success and the shadow of sorrow. August 8th the aged mother of our President, at the breaking of dawn, opened her eyes to behold the King in His beauty. Our anniversaries have been observed with more ceremony and dignity than heretofore and have become leading functions in our city. The reception on General R. E. Lee's 9rth birthday, given at the Episcopal rectory, the home of Mr. A. W. Burrough, one of our members, was of unusual interest. Rt. Rev. J. S. Johnston addressed the Veterans of Camp Wm. R. Scurry and their Sponsor gave the Crosses of Honor. A gold medal was awarded Miss Helen Mitchell for prize essay on "The Life of Lee," which she read with clear and beautiful voice. A Mexican band discoursed sweet music and the refreshements were elegant and bountiful for 150 guests. We suggest for next 19th of January each Chapter make guests of honor of all persons named for R. E. Lee. The 26th of April our Chapter met to drape the portrait and pay respectful tirbute to our lamented President. June 3d was a "rare day" and jointly enjoyed by a sojurn to the woods and triking camp fire. The Adjutant of the Camp made an admirable address on "The Life and Character of Jefferson Davis." On All PAGE 109 -------------------------------------- Saints' Day the Decoration Day of Victoria from time immemorial, our Camp and Chapter held its service in the court-house,. the names of our dead were read and wreaths placed over the vacant chairs. After addresses from the Chaplain and Commander, we repaired to the cemeteries to mark the graves off Confederates with the flag of the starry cross. At the conclusion of all, a cordon was formed around the Confederate lot, with mounful dirge of the band; then, as the setting sun gilded the marble spiers and rested lke a halo upon the heads ofour aged men, came the gentle benediction of the Chaplain and slow winding notes of "Taps," which meang good-bye for aye, for some of us, ere we reach the next anniversary. Let me tell you, for it may never occur again in the annals of history making, of the unveiling of two portraits-of Gerals Wm. P. Rogers and Scurry. By invitation, these protraits were placed upon the walls of our District Court-room and veiled with Confederate flags, and on Thanksgiving night wree unveiled with ceremony of addresses by our most prominent lawyers and appropriate music. the Daughters have attached to Gen. Rogers' protrait a frames synopsis of his life, though no ink of printer nor words or ours can add to the encomium of Gen. Rosecrans, who said, "If I were called to name the bravest man I ever saw, that name would be Wm. P. Rogers." Our chapter has given ninety-seven Crosses to Veterans. Situated as we are, upon the border, with no Chapter between us and the domain of Mexico, we have distributed Crosses in six counties and sent one to a Terry Ranger in far distant California. We claim the distinction of giving a Cross to the younggest soldier, and shall wear this honor till some other Chapter proves her claim. Dr. C. D. W. McNeil, of Port Lavaca, was enlisted at 13 years 5 months and 21 days. To show how the men value these Crosses, a man, himself a Veteran, laboring by the day, offered Dr. McNeil $50.00 for his Cross. When told he might have one upon his own record, his joy was unbounded and gratitude deep. We have received the gift of $5.00 for the Rogers Monument from the noble Chapter, the G. W. L. Fly of San Saba. With sorrow we confess we have done nothing beyond our bounds. It seemed but to "do the thing nearest at hand," which was to cheer uplift and sustain our own Veterans. Our income is only $60.00 annually, $20.00 of which goes for State and National dues; the rest we have used as above outlined. Our thanks are due the President, Secretary and Registrar, for courtesies, and Miss Dunnovant for programes of study. The membership of o last year was 93; this year 109. Respectfully submitted, MRS. J. M. BROWNSON, Secretary Wm. P. Rogers Chapter. PAGE 110 -------------------------------------- Austin-Albert sidney Johnston chapter, No. 10.-Extends greetings to the State Division, United Daughtersof the Confederacy with perhaps a tifle more warmth and joy than ever before since its organization. This general good feeling is intensified with the thought that the United Daughters of the Confederacy have surely joined hands and now our Albert Sidney Johnston Monument is an assured fact. The Twenty-seventh Legislation, in the donation of ten thousand dollars for a monument over his grave, has woven for itself an everlasting wreath of laurel, a just tribute (after a lapse of thirty-six years) to a son of the Texas Rupublic, a gallant officer in the Black Hawk War, a hero in the Mexican War, and who, ranking as General, fell, defending the Confederacy, on Shiloh's bloddy field. This is the first commemorating donation a Texas Legislature has ever given the Confederacy, and well may its luster be a guiding start for all the future. Our chapter was organized May 12th, 1897, with a chartered membership of forty. During the past year two of our members, Mesdames Lassiter and Monkn, having married and moved respectively to Tyler and Kentucky, were transferred to other Chapters. We regret to say that death has claimed three of our members. Mrs. Benedette B. Tobin, President of the State Division; Mrs. E. M. Welch, State President of the Colonial Dames, and Mrs. C. F. Lacy, a noble, Christian woman. Four transferred members have been received into our Chapter recently, Mrs. Dave McFall of Lizzie Rutherford Chapter, Columbus, Texas; Mrs. Callie Gill Shaw of Oklahoma Chapter, Mississippi: Mrs. Frank DeLashmutt of Tom Green chapter, San Angelo; Mrs. J. O. Caldwell of J. B. Gonrdon Chapter, Huntsville. In January, 1901, our chapter numbered 136 members, with 63 qualified members as reported by the State Registrar. After several months of constant perserverance, we have finally succeeded in having placed on record thirty-eight certificates of these old members. We are pleased to state, also, that our Chapter has now 184 members, and addition of 48 new members during the year, and is constantly increasing. We are still paying the rent of three elderly women, wives of old Confederate Soldiers. Have donated $2.00 recently to the printing of the State Annual and $5.00 to the Memorial Window of Terry's Rangers at Richmond, Va. Have paid our State and annual dues, sent a telegram of tender sympathy to Mrs. Wm. McKinley at the time of her great bereavement; also, have ordered a beautiful banner for our Chapter. Our Treasurer has in bank $207.90; of thatamount $139.12 is our monument fund. The Capitol Cook-Book, so beautfully compiled and so kindly PAGE 111 -------------------------------------- donated to the Chapter by one of our enthusiastic members, Mrs. E. G. Myers, has proven of financial assistance, as they have been gradually sold. We engaged Mrs. Norri for a concert at the opera house, May 2d, from which we realized quite a nice sum. We have ready for presentation to the John B. Hood Camp, U. C. V., seventy- four Crosses of Honor, which we have arranged to present on January 19th. A committee of ladies from our chapter visits the Confederate Home every week, where they are most cordially received by Mr. And Mrs. King. There are now 250 Confederate soldiers at the Home, all tht can be accommodated. The battle-flag Mrs. Lull so kindly brought South and presented to the State Division at the Corsicana Convention, having been brought to Austin for identification, has been sent by Mrs. L. J. Storey to Mrs. A. V. Winkler, Texas Regent of the confederate Museum, to be kept in Texas Room, at Richamond, Va. During the year our Chapter has been fortunate in having presented to it by their fellow-townsman, Mr. C. F. Rumple, a very fine steel engraving, entitled "Last Meeting of Reobert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson;" also by one of its members, Mrs. L. J. Storey, a gavel of exquisite workmanship, made of Texas wood, by students at the Agricultural and Mechanical College at Bryan. Upon entering our State cemetery from the west gate, we find the grave of such distinguesde men as Gen. Wm. R. Scurry, Chief Justice John Hemphill, Gen. H. McLeoud, Gen. X. B. DeBray, Col. August Buchell, Gen. Ben. McCulloch, Capt. Frank W. Johnson, Gen. Ed. Burleson, Col. Ashbel Smith, Col. Guy M. Bryan, Gov. John Ireland and many others. Just beyond, on a beautiful elevation, but further down, we find the grave of Gen. Albert Sidney Johnston, who, seemingly, even in death, is watching over the Confederate dead, whose 246 marble headstones stand, lined in battle array. On Decoration Day, April 26th, the Daughters, assisted by the John B. Hood Camp, United Confederate Veterans, the old soldiers from the Home marching behind the old battle-flag, so dear to their hearts. The exercises were conducted by Col. Fred. Carleton, Commander of the Camp, opening at 4;30 o'clock with prayer by Rev. C. Polk Gordon, Dr. Piner of the Blind Asylum having kindly volunteered the use of the organ, sent it to the State cemetery, and the pupils of the Blind Asylum, under the direction of Proff. H. Guest Collins, sang several patriotic songs. Col. Joel H. B. Miller delivered a beautiful and eloquent address on the subject of "Southern Antebellum Society," eulogizing the ladies of the South, also taking occasion to pay one of our members (whom death had so recetnly claimed, the late lamented Mrs. Burdette B. PAGE 112 -------------------------------------- Tobin,) a most beautiful tribute. The President appointed a committee of ladies, Mesdames Norton, Wilson and Giles, to place flowers upon the grave of Mrs. Tobin, and "in memoriam" ever member of the Chapter wree a badge of mourning. At the close of the exercises hundreds of wreaths and flowers were placed on the graves of every soldier in our State cemetery, including the grand old pioneers who fought so nobly for Texas liberty. Every arrangement, even in detail, had been made for the celebration of Jefferson Davis' birthday, June 3d, the presenting of Crosses of Honor to the John B. Hood Camp being one of the features of the occasion; but the failure to secure the Crosses and unforseen and unavoidable circumstances prevented our carrying out any part of the programme. On Thanksvingin Day the Ennis chapter, through its efficient President, Mrs. L. A. Daffan, sent a box of literature and edibles to the Confederate Home, which was greatly apprciated by all of the old soldiers. Respectfully submitted, MRS. Z. T. FULMORE, President Albert Sidney Johnston Chapter, Autin, Texas. WEIMAR. Barnett-Jarmon Chapter, No. 469, Weimar.-Our Chapter having been organized only a few months ago, we have not yet accomplished very much, nor have we paid any dues. We hold regular meetings, have a good attendance and endeavor to carry out as much of the regular programme as we can obtain information about. Each member takes an interest in the work and I trust we shall obtain the greates pleasure and benefit from our meetings. Truly yours, HATTIE E. M'CORMICK, Secretary Barnett-Jarmon Chapter, U. D. C. MERIDIAN Bosque Chapter, No. 372, Meridian.-Bosque Chapter of the United Daughters, No. 372, was organized March 2, 1900. Our membership then being about twenty-nine, including officers. Our present membership is thirty-three and though not very steadily increasing, takes much interest in the work of the organization. We observed Decoration Day, March 26th, the citizens of the town assisting us in carrying out a suitable programme fro the day. We also observed the birthday of Jefferson Davis. The programme of music, recitations and readings, was rendered at the home of our President, Mrs. I. E. Lumpkin. At a meeting of the Albert Sidney Johnston Camp, at the home of Mrs. M. D. Emerson, a delightful luncheon was served and very much enjoyed by the old veterans. PHOTO INSERT MISS MARY J. LANE, Fourth Vice-President Texas Division U. D. C., MARSHALL page 113 -------------------------------------- During the summer our Chapter realized about forty-five dollars from a little play gotten up by our home talent and given in the Court-house for the purpose of entertaining the Old Soldiers. We hope to be able to give in a better report next time. MRS. T. W. DUNLAP, Secretary. WHARTON J. E. B. Stuart chapter, No. 230, Wharton.-The J. E. B. Stuart Chapter, No. 230, of Wharton, has held eighteen meetings, with a membership of theirty-eight. Two entertainments have been given, Deoration Day appropriately observed, celebrated General Lee's and President Davis' birthday, two memorial sercives held, one in memory of our State President, Mrs. Tobin, one for victims of the Galveston storm. Donations $15.00-$5.00 for the Widows' Home, $5.00 for Monumental Fund of Robert E. Lee, of Houston, and $5.00 for Hood Memorial Window in Richmond, Va. Ten Crosses of Honor presnted to veterans from certifivates; thirty applications blanks. A handsome badge emblematic of the Confereacy was tendered Mrs. M. R. Bolton, organizer and promoter of the Chapter. The work of the ensuing year will be transferred to Richmond, Va., as soon as plate arrives from New Orleans. Captain Robert Chapman of the Confederate Navy, Commander of the Sumter, presented the stachel that conveyed the original "Seal of the Confederacy" across the Atlantic, by order of Mr. Mason. Mrs. Fred. Ahlday presented a pierce of grappling hook, from the Harriet Lane in the last battle of Galveston. Mrs. McCamly, in honor of her deceased mother, Mrs. Ellen B. Croom, gave a duplicate of the last paper published in Vicksburg during the siege, printed on wall paper, given as a souvenir by Hattie Bernard Chase on her first tour through the South after the war between the States. MRS. P. G. HUSTON, President. MRS. R. B. HUSTON, Secretary. COMANCHE Comanch Chapter, No. 215, Comanch.-Comanche Chapter was organized in 1897 and chartered April 8, 1898. We have adopted as our motto, "After Sunset, the Stars." PAGE 114 -------------------------------------- The Chapter has paid both State and National dues. The Camp and Chapter have organized a Camp of Sons of Veterans, which will decrease our homorary membership roll to some extent. We have observed the birthdays of President Davis and General Lee with appropriate ceremonies. Our Decoratin Day was not the success it should have been on account of the superintendent of our public school, who we are sorry to say, is not in sympathy with our cause-not dismissing the pupils, to take part in the exercises as arranged in our programme. However, all the graves were decortated with flowers in the greatest profusion, and the ritual prepared by Miss Dunovant was used by the Camp and Chapter. We have succeeded in introducing the lives of Lee and Jackson in our private schools. Have made application for Crosses of Honor for our Veterans, but have not succeeded in securing them as yet. Chapter is now selling Jeff. Davis buttons for our Monument Fund. We are grateful to Mrs. M. R. M. Rosenberg of Galveston for a contribution of five dollars for our moumnet fund; to Mrs. M. A. Goodnight of Goodnight, Texas, for two dollars; to Capt. W. W. Lloyd of Sipe Springs, Texas, for one dollar, this being all that we have, except by our own efforts. We hope to complete the workds without calling on our sisters Chapters for help. The editors of our ciyt papers have kindly sent copies of their papers to the Confederate Home at Austin, by request of the Chapter. We have secured a piece of hickory wood from the battlefield of Iuka, Miss., of which we are having a gavel made for use of Chapter. The Camp and Chapter occasionally have social meetings, with music, recitations, etc., after which refreshemtns are served by the Daughters. MRS. J. T. TUNNELL, President. MRS. S. J. HICKS, Sectretary. ALVIN Lamar Fontaine Chapter, No. 33, Alvin.-Lamar Fontaine Chapter has been working earnestly to the cemetery for Confederate dead. To this end we gave a Belgian hare and flower show May 1. We cleared a goodly sum of money for the cemetery. We have bought a beautiful iron gate and posts, and have made arrangements to put marble slabes at the head and foot of the veterans whose last resting place are yet unmarked. Many voxes of clothing were received by our President after the storm and were PAGE 115 -------------------------------------- distributed in the way to do the most good. Mrs. Rosenberg has given the Chapter seveal books, which will form the nucleus for a library that will be regarded with pride and appreciation by our Chapter. By contibutions from kind-hearted Chapters we were enabled to send one of our members to the hospital. Her injuries were received on the memorable night of September 8. The following list of sums received from U. D. Cs, throughout the State is as nearly correct as we can get it from the data at hand, the Secretary being absent for several weeks after the storm: Victoria, $7.50; Tyler, $10.50; Houston, $7.50; LaGrange, $8; Belton, $2.50. We have paid State and national dues; $2 toward deficit on Annual; for gate and posts of cemetery, $55. We have also sent a box of literature to the Soldiers' Home. TEMPLE Lavinia Porter Tally Chapter, No. 229, Temple.-The following is a report of the Chapter work done since last convention: We gave to members of the Wharton Camp, U. C. V., at Alvin, Texas, $10, and sent $5 to the Confederate Home at Austin, Texas, as a Christmas remembrance. Then I got contributed $2 for the Annual; also sent $2 for the memorial window to Terry's Texas Rangers; we also aided an aged, distitute veteran by paing his expenses to his friends. We observed Gen. R. E. Lee's birthday with an approprite program, rendered by the members of the Chapter. We prepared a suitable program for our beloved President Jefferson Davis' birthday, but owing to the Fife meeting in progress it was postponed until the reunion of the Granbury Camp, U. c. V., when the members united with us in observing the 27th of July. On that day we had contemplated presenting seventy members with crosses of honor, but failed to get the crosses, and have not yet learned why. The Granbury Camp, U. C. V., and many of the citizens united with us in observing Decoration day. We held memorial services at the First M. E. Church. Mrs. J. M. Bass read a beautfiful tribute to our late beloved President, Mrs. B. B. Tobin, in whose memory a chair was draped with mouning, in which loving hands had placed a wreath of white roses. After services we proceeded to the cemetery, where we placed wreaths of evergreens and flowers and small Confederate flags on the graves of every of our silent heroes. We are contemplating erecting a monument to the Confed- PAGE 116 -------------------------------------- erate dead interred in our city cemetery. Owing to various causes we have been unable to carry out all the program outlined by our State Historian, but, with our preserving Chapter Historian, will do better. LARKIN Larkin Secrest Chapter, No.---The Larkin Secrest Chapter, Daughters of the Confederacy, was organized November 2, 1901, with 14 charter members. Have active, energetic members and bid fair to accomplish much good. Mrs. H. C. Thomas, the President, is an enthusiastic worker for the cause. MRS. ELLA GUYNN, Proxy. DALLAS Dallas Chapter, No. 6, Dallas.-The enrolled membership of Dallas Chapter is 157. Have sent to Mrs. Kate Alma Orgain $15.70 as sues to the State Division. We have lost two members by death - Mrs. John Hardie and Mrs. Ben M. Melton. Never have we done better work than this year. All our efforts have been centered on increasing the relief fund of Camp Sterling Price and keeping the Confederate lot at the cemetery in a find condition. Our meetings are twice a month, and after business we study history and Southern literature. From now until after the reunion that will be held in Dallas April next all our efforts will be to aid the reunion committee in making ready for the coming of the veterans. Send list of delegates. MRS. KATIE CURRIE ORANGE Pelham Chapter, No. 402, Of Orange, Texas.-One of the youngest in the Divison, has done good and through work. The 19th of January was celebrated in the High School, the students taking part and Professor Kirkley being the orator of the evening. February 2d was observed by an appropriate programme. The 26th of January was noticed for the first time in Orange. Prof. Sebbring, Superintendent of the High School, dismissed the students, who formed in procession and marched to the Presbyterian Church, where memorial services were conducted: from PAGE 117 -------------------------------------- thence to the cemetery. The Camp of Walter P. lane co-operated with the Daughters on this occasion. The 3d of June was a day to be remembered by Pelham Chapter, as they were entertained by Mrs. Robt. Morgan, Sr., and a programme prepared by the Historian added to their enjoyment. In response to a call from Mrs. A. V. Winkler, the Chpater has voted $3.00 per annum to the Confederate Museum at Richmond, Va. MRS. S. W. SHOLARS, President. MRS. EUGENIA FORD, Secretary. MARSHALL Marshall Chapter No. 412, Marshall.-Our Chapter of U. D. C. No. 114 --name, "Marshall Chpter," only in the early months of its second year, has sixty-five members, and quite a nice little Fund in bank for a "memorial fountain," either of marble or bronze, which will be erected in the court house yard. The Chpter, aside from its pretty observance of Gen. Lee's birthday, and Decoration Day, has shown its charitable spirit by a donation of vive dollars to a worthy cause, and displayed its progressive leaning by a donation of ten dollars towards a public enterprise. In every possible manner, Chapter No. 412 has endeavored to meet its obligations loyally, Faithfully and promptly. MRS. B. F. EADS, Secretary. FLATONIA The R. O. Faires Chapter, Flatonia.-Was organized November 1st, 1901, by Miss Mittie Oakes and Mrs. Kate Hanson, of Columbus, with thirty-five charter members. Two delegates were elected for the State Convention in San Antonio, Texas, December 3d, 1901. We appointed Miss Adelia Dunovant as our proxy for the National Conventin, which meets at wilminton, N. C. We hope next year to have a more lengthy report. MRS. R. A. FAIRES, President MISS KATIE WHEELER, Secretary. SEGUIN John B. Hood Chapter, No. 388, Seguin.-The John B. Hood U. D. C. has held its regular meetings on the first Wednesdays in every month except the hot summer months. Memorial services wer held in the Methodist church on Decoration Day in memory of PAGE 118 -------------------------------------- Mrs. Tobin. The town ministers officiating. All went from the church to the two cemeteries and decorated the graves our our dead heroes. At a suggestion from Mrs. Winkler, the Chapter ent five dollars ($5.00) for the Memorial Window in the Museum at Richamond. The Chapter has had its own stationery printed. On President Davis' birthday the Chapter was entertained by Mrs. Campbell and suitable services were held. We sent two dollars ($2.00) to the State Secretary twoards paying for the printing of the Annual. The work the Chapter has on hand now is the making and placing of suitable headboards to mark the graves of our Confederate dead. The regular attendance is steadily increasing and we have bright prospects for the coming year. MISS MAY HUMPHREYS, Secretary. DODD CITY Forest Chapter, No. 256, Dodd City.-Conferred twenty-one crosses of honor upon veterans. One member of the Chapter collected over eight dollars for Davis' mounument. Erected monuments at the graves of two Confederate soldiers. Sent two dollars to assist in publication of Annual. WACO Mary West Chapter, No. 26, Waco.-The year 1901 hs been for Mary West Chapter, U. D. C., in many respects a profitable one. The amount of work done does not seem large, but results are plainly seen in the greater interest shown and the largely increased average attendance. We have grown from 48 to 67 members. Very few requests for assitance have come in. At its last meeting the Chapter subscribed $1.00 to the Palestine Chapter to assist in building a fountain to be called the "John H. Reagan Fountain." The birthday of the stainless Southern chieftain, Robert E. Lee, was celebrated by an elaborate reception at the Business Men's Club rooms. Decoration Day was fittingly observed on the 26th of April and on Nov. 1st a Memorial service for deceased member was held. We had the pleasure of assisting the Pat Cleburne Camp in the entertainment of the Texas division of the U. C. V., May 8th and 9th. This was a labor of love, a thousand fold repaid in meeting the veterans of the Southland and listening to their stiring tales of bygone days. A children's auxiliary has been organized under the PAGE 119 -------------------------------------- direction of mrs. Arminta Bronson and during the vacation months was largely attneded. Under the able leadership of Mrs. J. W. Weaver we have very much enjoued the plan of study outlined by the State Historian and attribute to it in large measure the increaded interst shown. G. B. Gerald Chapter, No. 81, Waco.-This Chapter met on November 26 and elected as delegates Mrs. J. W. Weaver and Miss Emma Mills; as alternates, Misses Mamie Cornitus and Effie May Rowe, to represent them in the State convention of the United Daughters of the Confederacy to be held in San Antonio on December 3. MRS. ELLEN ADAM, President MISS EFFIE MILLS, Recording Secretary. STEPHENSVILLE Carey W. Styles Chapter, No. 511, Stephenville.-The Carey W. Styles Chapter No. 511, U. C. D., was organized Sept. 21st, 1901; charter dated Oct. 2nd. Sixty charter members, ten additional. sent $10.00 to rebuilding of Georgia Veteran's Home at Atlanta. Gave old veteran $10.00 for transportation, besides various other efforts to do good. Yearly dues to Chapter one dollar, Standing committees: Veterans, Good Cheer, Public Good (which has inaugurated the Rest Room), Anniversaries, Information, Ways and Means, Sunshine. Our Chapter being as yet in its infancy, is informed about pending calls for financial aid of the U. D. C's., but any worthy cause will receive our support. KATE GROESBEECK, Delegate. GAINESVILLE Lou Daugherty Chapter, No. 366, Gainesville.-The Lou Dougherty Cahpter of U. D. C. was organized in March, 1900, but as no one seemed to take an active part, the Chapter existed in name only until June of 1901. Then Mrs. John P. Hord was elected president, and with such an efficient President the Chapter has done good work. In August at our Confederate Reunion Gen. Cabell and his charming daughter, Mrs. Kate Cabell Currie, were the guests of the Daughters. An informal reception was given them at the Elks' Club, in which the Joseph E. Johnston Camp participated. During the reunion the Chapter had booths in which we sold cold drinks for the benefit of the monument fund. We PAGE 120 -------------------------------------- realized a hundred and forty-seven dollars from this. During the Street Fair, Confederate buttons and pins were sold and quite a neat sum realized for the monument fund. We have now thirty-two members and are entitled to two votes at the State Convention. The Chapter appointed Miss Minnie Agaha Wright as their delegate. Although we are young in the work, we feel very much encouraged, and hope to be able to report more work accomplished when we send our next report. With faternal greetings, this report is submitted. (MISS) MINNIE AGATHA WRIGHT, Corresponding Secretary. RICHMOND Frank Terry Chapter, No., 378, Richmond.-This Chapter began the New Year with very bright prospects; had an addition of four new members; paid our State and National dues, responded to all calls for subscriptions and were much encourage for a successful year, when to our sorrow lack of interest began to be manifest, and in fact some resigned. One move away and was transferred, so now we are only twenty-nine. However, a few are faithful and we will try our best to build up the Chapter until the interest of those who have left will return. The birthdays of President Davis and Gen. Lee were appropriately observed. On Decoration Day flowers were placed upon the graves ofour noble dead. We hold our meetings on the 2nd Monday in each month, using the programmes prepared by Miss Dunovant, which are gretly enjoyed. MRS. F. M. O. FENN, Corresponding Secretary. COLUMBUS Shropshire Upton Chapter, No. 361, Columbus.-It is with pride and satisfaction that we review the excellent work accomplished by our chapter in the year that has passed. Many and various have been our perplexities in this secind year of our organizatin, but we are now established upon a firm economic business basis. Our Chapter room is furnished in a manner that bears unmistakable evidence of an active desire on the part of our members to secure substantial benefits, while the decoratins are such as to delight the most artistic sense, and books of value, rare pictures and precious releics are still finding their way into this temple wherein are enshrined priceless treasures and holy memories. Now that we have set our house in order we are prepared to respond to appeals from abroad, for we consider it our duty to render neces PAGE 121 -------------------------------------- sary assistance to the various enterprises that are everywhere testifiying to the onward sweep of development and progress in the U. D. C. numerical strength we do not boast, but like the giant trunks of our stately oaks, we are firmly rooted, and as in their spreading branches we behold the outward growth of a inward fervor, our influence, widespread and gracious shall everywhere extend to bless and ennoble all within its sphere. As in our historical pursuits we become more familiar with the Confederate soldiers' record, we know their magnificent courage and sublime sacrifices could have been inspired only by that light that never hath shone on land or sea, and in silent reverence we bow before that figure in grey outlined against the eternal sky. MRS. HATTIE MIDDLEBROOK. CALVERT Calvert Chapter, No. 485.-The Calvert Chapter of U. D. C. has met in regular monthly sessions since organization. At each meeting a short programme, literary and musical, has been given. At the last session an appropriation for the Texas Room in the Confederate Museum at Richmond, Va., was made. An entertainment for the enhancement ofour bank accuont is in embryo. MRS. HARRY FIELD, President. MRS. GIBSON, Secretary. SAN ANGELO Tom Green Chapter, No. 378, San Angelo.-The Tom Green Chapter was organized by Mrs. Bettie Kearney Baker in March, 1900, with forty- five members. The membership is now sixty active and four honorary members. the 19th of January was celebrated, it being the 94th birthday of our beloved Robert E. Lee. The home of the President, Mrs. Bettie K. Baker, was thrown open and the parlors were filled with the Daughters and their friends. Mrs. Pearl Baker, the daughter of the President, read the farewell address of Gen. Lee to his soldiers, and beautful music finished the programme. Decoration Day, 26th of May, services were held at the church, where a programme of music was rendered and speeches were dilivered. The occasion was more sad and impessive than usual, for at the same time memorial services were held for our beloved Division President, Mrs. Bennedett B. Tobin. From the church the flowerladen throng went to Fairmount Cemetery, where the graves of seventeen Confederate soldiers were covered with flowers. PAGE 122 -------------------------------------- The Daughters, assisted by other ladies of the city, beautifully decorated the hall for the funeral services of President McKinley, and in a body marched to the hall, where seats had been reserved for them. This Chapter has adopted the white and red rose for its flower, have donated $2.00 per annum for the Texas Room, Richmond, Va.; have paid both State and anational dues; also contributed $2.00 for annual expenses. MRS. BETTIE KEARNEY BAKER, President. MRS. LAURA HEELEY WALLACE, Secretary. SAN MARCOS Lone Star Chapter, No. 189, San Marcos.-Mrs. President and Ladies: I am before you, the representative of the little Chapter whose name is the token of that heroism which gave to civiliation a new Republic and later to this glorious galaxy of the American Union, and planted in the azure of feedom another State, emblem of the heroes of the Alamo and San Jacinto, the Lone Star Chapter of San Marcos. Small though it is in munber, I feel I may say that, though not giants, there is strenght in the will and endeavor of the few who are ready to respond to any call to work that may be assigned them. I sincerely trust that the result of their labors herein recorded druing the past year will be tempred with the milk of human kindness,for innumerable misfortuens have beset our path, and I ask your kind indulgence in the follwing report of our Chapter: Ten dollars was donated to the Jefferson Davis Monument Paid on old Veteran's way to the Confederate Home. Sent $5.00 to the Memorial Window in Texas Room at Richmond. Gave 2.00 to John H. Reagan Fountain at Palestine. We have pledged our selves to pay $2.00 annually for the maintenance of Texas Room at Richmond. We gave an entertainment, netting $41.60. Robert E. Lee's birthday was appropriately celebrated. One of our members geing a member of Albert Sidney Johnsonton Monumental Committee, at the request of the chairman, Mrs. L. J. Storey, secured a long list of names to a petiton. On the 26th of April, Decoration Day was appropriately boserved. On the same day a fitting tribute and memorial service to our beloved departed President. One of the greatest troubles of our Chapter has been the absence from our ranks of our former beloved President, Mrs. Melissa F. Hardy. Mrs. Hardy was the found of our Chapter and our PAGE 123 -------------------------------------- President for three years and always worked nobly for our interst, and in her own sweet way did so much good to all. If every Daughter of the Confederacy now in our organization, those who truly represent the boble cause, wuold each assume the responsibilities they have espoused, I ween more glorious results than any we can now boast would crown their efforts. I feel assured that devotion to duty will not be found lacking and the Lone Star Chapter wears the honors worthily. "Duty done is duty's best reward." Duty for its own sake is beautiful, indeed; but yet is lacking. Love must crown the head of her who stands erect on duty's base. If we do not possess this virtue, our measure is short to fill the full stature of noble womanhood. Our devotion to the noble cause and the grand heroes of our beloved Southland has been shown by the reports of Chapters all over the State. The work, I find, in this Convention, is not prescirbed to any one rule of actin, yet working for a prupse more pwerful than words can delineate. We will not look back until all is accomplished and the "well don" rings from our conscience to our hearts and we lay down to sleep and await the greeting of the final morn and know we have fought the good fight. MARY W. MANLOVE, Delegate.