The Grenup Monument at Glenwood Cemetery.

On the night of the 6th of May, 1856, Benjamin C. Grenup, a member of the Columbia Engine Company, was killed while proceeding to a fire. His death was caused by being run over by the “suction,” while passing down Capitol Hill. Mr. Grenup was a young man universally beloved by his associates, and as a testimonial of their regard for his memory they have erected over his grave in Glenwood Cemetery a very beautifully designed monument, which, being now completed, will be dedicated with appropriate ceremonies on the anniversary day of the sad accident. They expect to have present the Mayor and City Councils, the members of the City Fire Department, the Government Fire Brigade, and the friends of the deceased. The monument has on one side a striking representation of the accident, and was designed by an Italian artist, Galfardi, who commenced the work, but, returning to Italy, it was completed by Mr. Charles Rosseau, of this city. The work cost the company $3,000.