Reflections—Death of Sophia Taylor—Determination to bring about an Issue—A Violent one Preferred—Half-masting Episode—The Course of the G. A. R.—Warlike Preparations for Pioneer day—Flags at Half Mast Throughout the Union—Expressions of Love and Confidence—Last Illness and Death of President Taylor
Official Announcement of President Taylor's Death—His Counselors on his Life and Character—Expressions of the People—Resolutions of Respect
Personal Appearance and Character—His Broad Views—Faith and Confidence in God—Devotion to his Religion—Moral Life Above Suspicion—Love of Liberty—"I would not be a Slave to God!"—The Riches he Sought—"I Prefer A Faded Coat to a Faded Reputation"—Skill and Maxims as a Workman—Power as a Writer—A Poet—A Preacher of Righteousness—Social Qualities—A Great Man
Funeral Ceremonies—Testimonies of President Taylor's Fellow Laborers—Final Resting Place of the Champion of Liberty