As many of them had to go on the northbound train at 10:30. the proceedings were cut short and refreshments were served early 1>\ the members of the woman's club. Then a large crowd escorted the soldiers boys to the train and gazed after them in tears as the train pulled away from the depot. The crowd Was even larger than on Monday night, showing that our people do not weary of honoring our heroes. The following program was rendered :

Song by the audience, "America."

Maypole drill by twelve, little girls under the direction of Miss Oldershaw.

Address by E. M. Bigelow.

Reading by Mrs. Garner.

Address by Editor C. D. Casper.

Piano duet by Mabel Ericson and Wreatha Farmer.

Address by Rev. McDougall.

Introduction of each man of the contingent to the audience by Chairman J. PI. Steuteville.

"Star Spangled Banner," by the audience.

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Each one of the speakers appeared earnestly desirous of giving advice and good cheer to the selected soldiers. Mr. E. M. Bigelow spoke of his own experiences in connection with the militia and regular army, and his talk was along practical lines. He offered some excellent advice and much encouragement to the boys who were entering army life.

Editor Casper spoke of his experience as a soldier of the Civil War, and made a good, sound and effective speech that was well received by the soldiers as well as the audience.

Rev. McDougall made a strongly eloquent plea for the defeat of Germany -- "to her knees" -- which occasioned a strong applause from the assembly. The Reverend also spoke good cheer and encouragement to the recruits.