The enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1804-1815, 1815-07-12

Washington, July 6.
FOURTH OF JULY, 1915.

w. 4. u. WoRTHINeTUS Esq. in the Hall of the
House OF Representatives in the presence of the
president OF the United States, the Heads of Depart
men's and great concourse of citizens, ladies' and
strangers.
TIE Grafton was preceded by an appropriate prayer
from DR.. Hu>rER, and the reading of the Declare
ton OF independence, by Il. b. LEE, Esq This mon
umentd act ossovereisnty he pretaced by handsome
address.
The scene in the Hall was mach enlivened by
anuniser OF patriotic airs from the Mar,e Band OF
Music.
Aftec the Grafton, the compsny generally waited
on the President at his house with the usual ceremo-
Lies OF conSraulation.
At 4o'coek, highly respectable assembsge of
public officers. citizens and strangers, among whom
were all the Heads of Departments, sat down TO a
handsome dinner at Mkeowin's Hotel at which
JAS. FL BLAKE, Esq Ma, ofthe CITY, y sided, sup
ported by DANIEL Brent, Esq. Vice-President
The utmost unanmity and cordially prevailed.
The following Toasts we're drank, accompanied by
patriotic AIRS from the Marine Band Of Music, and
TIE roar Of artlery:
L. The Day whose anniversary we celebrate-re-
corded ON The page of history as the birth day of a
nation, the renown If whose has done honor to
ti,e parent.
9. The People of the United States moderate in
prosperity, firm in adversityin the late Conflict they
bave proved themselves the legitimate spns OF their IL
iastrious sres
8. The President of the United Sa,es-whose
pubic lie has been public bessing--whose pr-
vate virtues have enhanced the stock Of human hap
pness.
T. The Congress of the United States--irrn, wise
and Patriouc-thcy are the safe guardians Of the
national honor, public interest and private rights.
S. The Judiciary OF the U Statss--honest, enlight
eued, Independent AMI patriotic.
b. The memory of George Was!liugton-The ia
thei md founder of the Anerican Republic
T. The memory of the departed heroes of Amer
cs-livng, the shied-dead the pride uf their eoun-
try.
s. Thomas Jefferssn--On each revolving anniver-
sary of this day. his admring and grateful country
Ter n his
g. The Army--lts deeds have added glory to
the new world, and extorted admiration from the
old.
10. Our youthful Navy--resplendent are its achiev-
ments, hnpershahe asits renown
ii. The United Statcs--The chain of their union
has been strengthened by the blows, and frightened
by the collisions of war.
IL The National Character of our Country-well
established by the deeds OF the revolutionary war, and
honorabiy Illustrated by those OF the late contest
with Great-Brit
IS. Our late Commissioners at Ghent-the best re-
ward which they can enjoy, is that which has been
bestowed upon theni--theh' cOuntry's appreciation
Ia Tie Mediterranean S,piadron-rnay the Iustre
o the American stars totally eclipse the Mahometan
Is. The late War--it has falsihed the predictions
OF the enemies of freedom, and tested the abi ty OF
our government to maintain national rights as well as
10 promote national happiness.
10 The Ptace--not basely courteh nor rneonIy
Sought, but nobly conquered Wehai as the season
most Favorable tor The cultivation of virtue and the
production of human bliss.
~ he derGnSed officers OF the Arny-they SER
ved their country with galantrv zeal and intea1i-
~ In their retirement, the eyes of their fellow
citizens are fixed upon them with gratitude and alice
ton.
Is. The Seat of GoVerument--Iike the Phpnix II
has literally arisen from its ashes Its destiny
has been solemniy decided and pronounced by the A
Eerican people.
~. lae American Fair-may they merit love and
loyS merit.
VOLUNTEERS
BY The Secretayg gf STATE American Neutrality
should Europe DE again embroilei, let our nep.
trty be founded in justice, and maintained with firm
ness
BY the Secretary Of the Treasure The true 10.
Independence OF nationseach enjoying its oMn.-rsI =,
u respecting the rights OF Others. ..s-4z ''s"'
The Secretary Of the Ms,sec ~. The officers ar
.s of the U S'A's'-~ q done, good and fai,
s:ge D4TS,bee! =. The American peopte--in g,
D1S,-ous and eRightened--in prosper
5 seral--in adversely, patient and determine
their rights.
h. Mason Wars are epochs with nations
s. all be again our lot to draw the sword, m:
sathed with as much honor as in the wars VIII,
eceded.
"a r. r. Tucker, Esq. The Olive Braneh-l
cutvstei it earnestly, but mind to keep the AFRO,
~ BY tie Orator ofhe Day Universal good wi
may peace with foreign foes destroy domestic d
cord.
By Mr.. Joseph Gales, Jr. The Marine Corps
the United States--the efficient and worthy suxlia
OF the Nsvy-ofen foremost in the post Of danger
always prOmptin the execution Of their duty.
BY .lfr. P11tSetf. Success aud triumph to d
cause Of Freedom.
~ .JOaah .heigs, Esq. The late war--You
David against Golial--" Fling but stone, the Gia
dies"
The Heads of Departments having ret
red
By he President ofhe da1. The Heads of D
Distinguished for their integrity, wisdo
ard patriotism
Hy,the sumo The Orator ofthe Day-he has gri
fled nur feelings and merits our thanks (He h
previously retlred)
ny Henry Cayo5 Esq. Gen. La Fayette--t
steldy aud venerable champion OF America aud X
pubiicanSm--may his spirit a nation OF Carnc
in mai ttnlirg their rishts.
by Capt Oliver The Treasury Of the Unit
S;ates--may its Golfers be always replete in fun
rs the Present Secretary is adequate in talents
FV H. s.. Orr, Esq. True lndepcndenee--t
right Of every nation to elect its rulers.
The rockets fred on the evening of the At
under the direction OF the Officers Of the Or
nance Department, were in the following o
der;
First-19 in succession. Afterwards, sew
raj divisions, Of six each, were fired in SUI
cessou, aid the whole six at the same M
lnent bursting when considerably elevate
and displaying thousands Of brilliant stars al