Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1817-07-11
PETERSBURG. Inly 6
1,mirersnru al our. NnlionnI 49,

Zl,piirerScTy Of our National Birth
The People of Petersburg celebrated the re-
tnrn ot the Anniversary of their National In
dependence, on Friday last with undmmis he'd
ardOr. The annual return of this important
dav has ever been hailed by our citizens with
the most enthusiastic 10Y and gratitude
The morning OF Friday, Ike the morning OF
our glorious revolution, was alternately cloudy
aud Serene-but we still PROGRESSED in our fes.
uvities, aud at meridian, when the roar of the
cannon proclaimed the 4lSt anniversary OF our
independence, the heavy atmosphere which
had partially overshadrwed the morning, he
gan to disappear, and the briiliancy of an un-
clouded sun gave an additional zest TO the ar
dent iee!mgsand glowing sentiments whichami-
mated every bosom.
In conformity with previous arrangements
the dawn was ushered ia by tie discharge of
cannon. Atan early hour, the volunteer CORPS
were IN motion, and at o O'clock, having aIri-
Ved at the market iquare, procession was for
med consisting OF the troop of cavalry under
capt Butts, the officers Of the line attached to
the 3oth regiment, the Petersburg Republican
light Infantry, under capt. Williams, the indie
pendent Volunteers under capt. TAI back, and
d very handsome company of NOuihs in green
uniform, undercapt. Manson. In this order,
the procession moved from The mark ct square
mp sycamore street, TO tie PreSay terianc church,
where the mental exercises of the day common
ced. a large concOurse of ladies and gentle
men had previously assembled al the church,
anxious To participate in the festivities of the
day. Mr.. shore read the Declaration of indie
pendence, and made few general and ANNA
ted remarks on concluding it, He was follow
ed by MIR. Rose, III an Grafton Of considerable
length, III which he displayed fund of know
ledge, expressed in glowing and animated
terms, seldom equaled, aud We shall not BE-
going too far to say, scarcely ever surpassed,
when the age of the Youthful orator is taken
IntO consideration.
After the exercises IT the church were CON
clnded, the procession was again formed in
the same order, and proceeded 10 Centre Hill,
where, at IL O'Clock federal salute was fired
The citizens and military then dispersed, ha.
wig completed, thus far, the ceremonies OF the
day.
About three o'clock, the citizens BEGAN to
assemble at Poplar Spring, where Almost stump
tuOus dinner was provided BY meSsTs. IhWeatt
and Warmer. At3 O'Clock, the company, con
sisting of several hundred, took their seats at
the different tables. Mai. Sam. Turner mayor of
the town presided, assisted by DR.. X. Field,
Robert Brcbett, Esq. and Major Joseph Bragg.
Dinner being over, and the cloths removed. The
following toasts were drank, accompanied by
discharges of cannon, songs, recitations and
music from an excellent and numerous band of
amateurs roAsrs. L8''D''''@"'
L. The forth Of Juig. I7f6 Hailed by the
free as the era Of their liberties The proudest
that man ever boosted, or that history re-
cords.
2. The Peopic-Whose name carries with if
all the majesty OF power
3. The Constitution of The United Stqies--Its
energies have been tried happily adapted to
peace or war.
{. The UniOa-Like the towering oak of orr
forests, II has taken stronger and deeper root,
tho storms and tempests have assaulted it.
8. Congress Of I'D decided in patriotism,
firm IN purpose.
q. General WGdimgt0R--The youth of our
country viii learn from his example tho nobest
lessons Of honor and virtuc, and whet mon ms
tomb their swords for battle.
Z. The Heroes and SaggS Of The ECUo'Hj0n---
Sweet and precious j. tie remembrance Of
those who have departed choice ,lic fgme
and bright the setting beams OF those who re-
nlaia.
8. Thomas JefeySon-E ulogy cannot CXait his
name; deiraction has in vain dared 10 sully
VI.
.. James WQdison -" May he lonc enjoy in Lis
retirement the affections Of grateful country.
the best reward 0fexalied talents. and TIC most
faithful and mcT.tOTious services."
10. The tate Wdr--tts origin Just, its conclu-
.icu brilliant it is thus that f,cemen ,ndicatc
their rights and chasiise oppression.
H.. james N0arOc--Fhe chief magistrate Of
the only free people upon earth
II. Tie dTmy and NUry Ofthe United Stafes--
Our nations pride and boast: TIE mniOns Of
despotism have been taught TO tremble and Hy
before them.
Is. The Militia ofthe u. .--FtceneaSoldiers
aud Soldiers FtVemen.