Annals of Cleveland

Chapin, H. M.

Abstracts: 6

590

Cleveland Morning Leader, 5 October 1864 (115 inches) ~ See original
p.4, col.3,8 ~ View at ChronAm

590 - L. Oct. 5:4/3,8 - The grand Union rally held today, was in all respects,
a most complete and wonderful success. In spite of the rain, the city was
decorated in gala day attire. "The banner of glory and beauty floated
proudly from the flagstaff on the Square, and flags of all sizes hung from
roofs, windows, and ropes stretched across the streets." The whole city
was enthused and excited. Crowds came in trains and private conveyances
from every direction. Surrounding townships turned out in full force, East
Cleveland receiving the banner for having the largest delegation present. --
The meeting was called to order by H. M. Chapin. Judge Spaulding made a
brief speech in regard to the death of Governor Wood, who was to have pre-
sided at the meeting. Judge Day of Ravenna then made an address which he
began by reviewing the history of the secession movement. Ile spoke at
length on the Union cause and the duty of loyal men toward it. His speech
was received with much enthusiasm and applause.
The Hon. Benjamin Stanton was the next and last speaker. He spoke in
defense of the course Lincoln had taken, and showed how many things he had
thought unwise, had since been proved the very wisest measures. He defended
the emancipation proclamation and eulogized Sherman on his recent campaign.
He then showed up the weakness and absurdity of the "Chicago Platform."
Never has the city been more brilliantly illuminated. Public and private
piaces alike displayed lighted candles and lanterns. The torch-light proces-
sion of the different wards as they marched from Euclid place to the Square
was one of the finest pyrotechnic displays ever seen in Cleveland. Several
speeches were made at the evening meeting, which progressed nicely until some
"Copperhead" rowdies tried to tear down the banner and lantern hung near the
American building. Police were hurriedly called and order restored for the
remainder of the evening. ยบ (115)

Elections, Campaigns and Candidates / Ohio

Index terms:

American building; Chapin, H. M.; Day, Luther (Ohio supreme court judge); Euclid place; Lincoln, Abraham; Public Square; Ravenna, Ohio; Sherman, Gen. W. T.; Spalding, Judge R. P.; Stanton, Benjamin; Union; Wood, Gov.

784

Cleveland Morning Leader, 9 January 1864 (56 inches) ~ See original
p.3, col.2 ~ View at ChronAm

784 - L Jan. 9:3/2, 3,4 - The great Northern Ohio Sanitary fair will open
in Cleveland on Feb. 22, and continue for two weeks. The proceeds from
this fair will be entrusted to the Soldiers' Aid society to carry on
its work. The fair will contain a ladies' bazaar, a refreshment hall,
a mechanics hall, a produce hall, a merchandise hall, a fine arts and
floral hall, a museum of relics and curiosities, and a grand audience
room for concerts, lectures, tableaux, etc. Donations will be sought
wherever things of usefulness may be found.
Following is a list of officers: Honorary Officers: His Excellency
Governor Brough, ex-Governor Tod, Mayor I. U. Masters, Maj. Gen. J. A.
Garfield, the Hon. S. P. Chase, and the Hon. B. F. Wade. - -
The executive committee consists of: T. P. Handy, chairman, H. M.
Chapin.
Mary C. Brayton, and Ellen F. Terry. secretaries. Seventeen more
officers. Twenty-one special committees have been appointed to attend
to every known phase of the fair. -
Word is coming every day from all parts of the country, especially
the South, thanking the local organization for their many kindnesses in
giving aid to soldiers at the front, and food and comfort to the wounded
and sick in the hospitals. (56)

Fairs and Expositions / Sanitary Fair

Index terms:

Brayton, Mary C.; Brough, Governor (Ohio); Chapin, H. M.; Chase, Salmon P.; Garfield, Maj. Gen. J. A.; Handy, T. P.; Masters, Mayor I. U.; Northern Ohio Sanitary fair; Soldiers Aid society; South; Terry, Ellen F.; Tod, David (ex-governor); Wade, Senator B. F.

792

Cleveland Morning Leader, 30 January 1864 (48 inches) ~ See original
p.2, col.3,4,5 ~ View at ChronAm

792 - L. Jan. 30:2/3-5 - Buildings erected on the Public Square for the
Northern Ohio fair cover 64,000 square feet, forming a Greek cross, the
center rising in a rotunda and enclosing the Perry statue. One wing is
used as an audience room, seating 5,000 persons. The ladies' bazaar, beau-
tifully ornamented, has scores of saleswomen. Here each county is repre-
sented with its fancy work. The grand dining hall occupies the fourth
wing. A museum of curiosities, trophies and relics will be opened. Sol-
diers' aid societies and branches will contribute to the fair. The fair
takes machinery, food, clothing, grains, anything that will yield a profit
for the poor families of soldiers. A booklet will be printed about the
fair, including names and gifts. A certificate or diploma will be prepared
for each contributor. Secretaries: Mary C. Brayton, Ellen F. Terry,
H. M. Chapin. (48)

Fairs and Expositions / Sanitary Fair

Index terms:

Brayton, Mary C.; Chapin, H. M.; Northern Ohio Sanitary fair; Public Square; Terry, Ellen F.

832

Cleveland Morning Leader, 11 March 1864 (12 inches) ~ See original
p.4, col.2 ~ View at ChronAm

832 - L. Mar. 11:4/2 - The Sanitary fair is over. The management of un-
sold effects was given to Messrs. Chapin, William Edwards, and J.
Sterling, jr.
Clough, the celebrated artist, is to paint a view of the fine arts
hall. Our great charity has been prosperously concluded. (12)

Fairs and Expositions / Sanitary Fair

Index terms:

Chapin, H. M.; Clough (artist); Edwards, William; Northern Ohio Sanitary fair; Sterling, J., jr.

834

Cleveland Morning Leader, 15 March 1864 (7 inches) ~ See original
p.4, col.2 ~ View at ChronAm

834 - L Mar. 15:4/2 - Yesterday, we found Messrs. Chapin, Edwards and
Sterling, planning for the final disposition of the unsold articles from
the Sanitary fair. The unsold articles donated by Mr. Rossiter and Mr.
Clough were disposed of by draft. (7)

Fairs and Expositions / Sanitary Fair

Index terms:

Chapin, H. M.; Clough (artist); Edwards, William; Northern Ohio Sanitary fair; Rossiter (artist); Sterling, J., jr.