National Affairs: Tribute

In the Hall of the House of Representatives, a great assemblage paid final tribute to Warren G. Harding. At a joint session of the House and Senate, with the President, the Cabinet, the Supreme Court and the Diplomatic Corps occupying the front seats, Secretary of State Charles E. Hughes delivered a memorial address in honor of the late President.

In the gallery sat Mrs. Harding, in black, wearing a short mourning veil. With her were George B. Christian, Jr., General Sawyer, former Senator and Mrs. Frelinghuysen, of New Jersey; Daniel R. Crissinger (Governor...

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