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EARLY FILES 1861 The Patriot: It is gratifying to us to receive, almost daily, letters from our friends expressing their approbation of the patriotic position of the Patriot. Our friends, Democrats, – Republicans – Union men in all parts of the County – have thought proper so far to compliment us as to say, that in their opinion we may be of much service to our country, in the present awful crisis. (Note: The “awful crisis” refers to the Civil War.) 1871 Memorial Day: To-day will be generally observed throughout the country as the occasion for the annual floral offering to the loyal dead. In communities where the Grand Army of the Republic is organized, that body, it is anticipated, will take charge of the beautiful and appropriate ceremony, and will crown the graves of their beloved, fallen comrades with Nature s sweetest tributes. But in places like this, where no such organization exists, the citizens generally will make it a sacred duty to do honor to ....