Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-02-22


Clagett, in the splendid and sumptuous din
ner, which he prepared for the occasion. E.
very thing that could be desired. was there,
in the best order, and the most superior Of it,
kind. Thanks were offered up by the Rev.
Brother Hascley; and the company - down
about six o'clock, and partook of the e.
nest feast we ever saw spread, with ~ the
harmony, peculiar to the society. The cloths
being removed, the following fixed toaas were
drunk:
/. George Wnhneaon. Fast in the Cabi-
net, first IN the Field, and 6rst in the prinsi-
Piles of Masonry.
2. Lnses Monroe: The East proclaims his
worth-the Wea re-echoes the same.
8. Our iltssfrious Brother and Gse1 La Fd-
yette: His brethren take peculiar pleasure in
receiving him in that Lodge, over which their
beloved Washington was pleased to preside.
This toast was received by the company
standing, and answered by nine cheers. .As
soon IS the seats had been resumed, General
La Fayette rose and thanked his Brethren in
affectionate terms for their friendly welcome !:
He made them judges Of bis feelings sohen he
found himself in the Lodge where ourbeloved
Washington for the last time fulfilled his ma
sonic duties, and noao in the room where for
the last time he assisted at the celebration of
his own birth day-He proposed the following
toast
The Masonic Temple Of Alexandra, and
the illustrious venerated name under which it
has been consecrated.]
4. Masonry: Though tyrants may perse-
cute its votaries-its cause will triumph over
bigotry and superstition. \
S. Our Brethren in South .america: The WI,
dow's son will never be refused assistance in
time of need.
6. The memory of Warren and other Broth
ers soho fell in the ,Oar Of independence: They
have received more light; which eternity cam
not dim.
2. Bolipor-The chief corner stone of South
American independence; may he continue the
head of the corner. :.
8. THE Memory of Riego: Having fought
the good fight, and fallen martyr to the cause
of liberty, he now receives his toages at the
| hand of the Supreme architect.
g. The members Of the Holy League: Their
| superstitious horror of Free Masonry, begets
for them the scorn and contempt Of enGghteR
ed and liberal minds throughout the world.
| Upon this toast being given, General Il
Fayette expressed his great appreciation and
jocularly observed-"7ne Holy .A7ianee ar.
very much indebted to US for our attention-,o'
toast them on all occasions."l
10. Masonry: Supporters of the just law.
of their country-friends to liberty.-Sufh
cient cause for the hatred Ct tyrants,
IL. The Brethren Of our Glorious Craft
May they be ever distinguished in the worle
by their regular lives, more than by their gloves
and aprons.
IL. Masonry May virtue ever direct oul
actions towards our brothers-Justice, mercy
and charity, to all mankind.
Is. The fair: Though not admitted to share
the mysteries of our order, they are dear T.
our affections, and honored in our ceremonies
The regular toasts having been gone through
Brother VIM. A. WILLIAMS sang the following
song, composed for the occasion:
| SONG.
'sHail to the chief whom the world in admir-
| ing, q
Honours as first in the patriot band
.sHail to the chief who in glory retiring,
Freemen now greet in their own happy land.
Welcome the chief who in wars dread com
motion,
Bled in the contest that Tyrants commence,
| Whose arm has been ever in noble devotion
To Liberty's cause and Freedoms defence.
All hail our noble Guest,
| Joy wake in every breast,
Honor and love to the Chief we adore
Long may he live to see,
| Brave sons Of liberty,
Hail him IS father from every shore.
Dark was the hour when our foemen insulting
Brandished the torch and the murdeUus blade
Tyrants themselves in wild triumph cxulting,
| Smiled on the ruin their votaries made.
Twas then from the East the younghero arts
! ing,
A glorious light to Columbia gave:
Hope led the vanguard, and danger despising,
Victory followed the noble and brave.
! Ill hail our noble Guest, &c.
Europe, the darkness of ages dispellng,
Shall rise on her despots in glorious might;