The Archive · 1912

THE LYING-IN-STATE

London, Aug. 93.

This afternoon a wreath from the German Emperor consisting of white lilies was placed on the late General Booth's coffin, the repre-! sentative expressing sympathy' with the family and the Salvation Army.

The lying-in-state of the body of General Booth began to-day. There were continuous crowds in spite of the drenching rain. The oak coffin, on which were the Into General's cap and Bible, was placed in the centre hall, surrounded by officers holding flags. The lid of the coffin was of glass, revealing the features. The late General appeared to be la sleep except for the pallor of his features. The body was dressed in full uniform, with red jersey showing at the wrists and collar. It was noticeable that there was entire absence of weeping, the vationist mourners passing silei with grave earnest faces.

Text read from the printed page and cleaned; old type leaves the occasional error.

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