Re-union Of 3ist Michigan

Capt. Petrie has received the followIng letter of interest to the Spanlsh-American war veterans of this city:

Lansing, Mich., April 21, 1903.

Comrade:

Members of the 31st Mich. Vol. Infty. residing in Lansing cordially invite you to attend the 4th annual reunion of the regiment to be held in this city Tuesday, May 19, 1903.

An excellent program has been arranged for the entertainment of the visiting comrades which includes a parade to the Capitol, an exhibition drill and parade by the Industrial school battalion, 500 strong, and a banquet and smoker at the armory in the evening. An opportunity will also be afforded to visit the various state institutions and the Michigan legislature now in session.

We have secured a rate of one and one-third fares for the round trip over all railroads and from all points in Michigan for this occasion. To secure this rate it will be necessary for you to procure a certificate from your local ticket agent, paying the regular fare one way. On presenting this certificate, properly signed, to the special agent in Lansing, together with a fee of 25 cents, a return ticket will be issued at one-third the regular fare. These rates are good going May 15, 15, 18 and 19, and returning not later than May 22.

Hotel accommodations will be ample and reasonable to all desiring some.

The first feature of the day will be the parade of teh regiment at noon to the Capitol, where addresses of welcome will be made by Governor Bliss and Mayor Hammell. All who have not received Spanish-American war medals will be presented with some at that time.

Come listen to the Old Band. Resurrect your campaign hat and this with a souvenir red necktie, which will be furnished you here, will complete the uniform for the occasion.

Lansing, as the Capitol City, with the various state institutions located here, should serve as an additional incentive to bring out a large attendance. 

Sincerely yours,

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE,

F. H. Presley, Secretary.

P. S. - The secretary will be glad to receive the addresses of all comrades away from home towns.