Across the main gallery, a vision in polished and sculptured stone, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., U.S.A.

Decorative splendors of the Entrance Hall of the great Congressional Library, Washington, U.S.A.

The Library of Congress from Capitol grounds, a magnificent building (cost $6,617,124), splendidly equipped, Washington, U.S.A.

The Magnificent new Congressional Library -- the most spacious book repository in the world, Washington, U.S.A.

The District of Columbia Vols.--returning from Cuba--marching to the President's mansion

The pride of the Nation - West Point cadets in martial array before U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C.

Soldiers of the First Division enjoying a watermelon feast near the Union Station, Washington, D.C.

Cardinal Gibbons pronouncing the benediction -- President McKinley and Admiral Dewey -- Sword presentation ceremony

President McKinley and Admiral Dewey -- reviewing the soldiers and sailors -- from the U.S. Capitol steps

Opening prayer by Dr. Butler - President McKinley and Admiral Dewey - Sword presentation ceremony

President McKinley and Admiral Dewey -- reviewing the soldiers and sailors -- from the U.S. Capitol steps

A social chat with the President and Admiral - before leaving the reviewing stand - U.S. Capitol steps