The Illinois free trader and LaSalle County commercial advertiser. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1841-1843, 1841-07-09
Celebration of oar National Independence
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celebration of our National Independence in this /,
place, on Monday last The day was rather
warm for comfort whilst the people were exposed
to the rays ofthc sun but the agreeable contrast
felt after being comfortably seated in the shady
grove, amply made up for this incon, cuicnrc.
The citizens assembled at the Mansion House
about 10 O'Clock, and wc were gratiiicd to see u
large number from the country and adjoining
towns in attendance. The procession was formed
between eleven and twelve o'clock, hv Nessrs
w. II. w. CcsuN,S and J. Y. SANGER. Mar
shals of the day. In front marched the OrrAwA
Band, under the direction of Mr. Baldwin. and
nobly did this association acqut themselves, much
to their credit and TO the qualification of those who
marched IN the procession. Then came large
volunteer company, under the command of Capt.
Avery, whose knowledge Of military tactics ena-
oed those under his command to march with
much accuracy, which, together with the spirit
stirring sounds fthG drum and fife, the glisteninr
of bayonets, and the folds of the national emblem
trIumphantly waving DER their heads, gave the
procession quite military appearance, seldom
witnessed IN new country, and not often equal
led in older towns Then came the officers of the
day and the Representative Of this district in the
State Legislature, (thc Senator was not PRESENT.
Next came the "bcneiactor of the white settlers
OF northern Illinois, an old Indian Chief, named
SHA.BE-Nr,' well and iIyorablv known to the old
settlers in this section of the State, accompanied
by his interpreter. Then followed the Choir, a
large number OF ladies', and then came a large
concourse of citizens, making in all the finest
display that we have ever witnessed in this coun.
try on a similar occasion.
As the procession moved towards the Fox
River Houyc, Mcssrs. Hall and Collins fired a
national salute of thirteen guns. 70 render the
scene as imposing as possible, as the procession
approached thchouse we noticed large and
beautiful flag floating from the top Of the
building, whilst two large eagles tapped their
broad and expanded wings beneath its silken
folds. After entering the grove on the east side
of the house, appropriate pieces wers sung by the
Choir; the Throne Of Grace was addressed by the
Rev d. NEwToN, ina solemn and imposing man
ner; the Declaration of Independence was read by
VIZ. WILLIAM w. TnuE, in clear and distinct
voice; and an Grafton was delivered bv Muroy
II. SWIFT, Esq, which was ably written, being
entirely free from the wind and noise frequently
inflicted on such occasions, and characterised
throughout with good sense, deep research, and
notrinfic sentiment 1,liynroI Ia,
dible manner. Aftcrscvcral appropriate airs were
played by the band, the company retired to the
Fox River House, and enjoyed the comfort o: its
cool and airy apartments for a short time. The
company then assembled at the dinner taLlc
which was placed on the west side of the house
beneath a beautiful arbour arranged with much
taste, where about two hundred persons partook
OF refreshments, prepared by Messrs. Delano &
hevcns in a plentiful and sumpuous manner.
After the cloth was removed the following toasts
were drank, portion of which were accompa-
MED by loud cheering, the roar of cannon and
musketry, and music by the band:
|. or Countrywide paradise of the habitn-
BILE world may its agricultural and commercial
advantages he ever exempt from the sordid ava.
rice and the vicious schemes of man. and the Sa.
tan of oppression never abide within its haowed
precincts.
=. The memory If Wdshington-The voice of
inspiration alone would be adequate to utter an
appropriate euogium.
). The signers Of the Declaration of Ladtpe,,q-
"ce-Faithiul where many iaultered, true in the
hour of danger and trial: their descendants ho-
nor them for their perseverance and patriotism.
l. lite Union If the States-The sheet anchor
't our political and religious safety the age in
which 1t perishcs will be the opposite of that in
which 1t was constructcd; and as one has gained
mperlshabe fame, so the other vii! nee, uniyer.
sal execration.
o. Mno's-"The farest flower in the national
wreath y may her Improvements prosper. her in.
''Itutions flourish and her inhabitants increase in
number, morality, and virtue. Her honor and
'rcdit must be preserved, let individual sacrifices
We what they may. ,
o. The Heroes Of The Rsrohition-The hand of q
inc nor obllvion's wave will ever wrcst or blot
he principles for which they bled from the hearts
md memories Of those who now enjoy the bless.
ngs for which they fought and toilcd u,
T. Tie President cfMe United S!ates--May he
ulc with wisdom I
s. The Gorsrnor IF MinoiS-May he govern in
ustice.
D. The Aymy and Nary ofMe Ualed States
he bulwark Of our country's safety their deeds "
peak their praise. a
10. The friends of political freedom in foyeign v
fmeS-May they continue to labor. their exer. 5
ons prosper and their efforts flourish, until free Fl
om's banner display its silkcn folds ON the bosom +
every deep, and wave in noble triumph on eve. Ii
Y mountains brow. II
IL. The PresS-When conducted by learning a
nd patriotism, national blcssing-but in its Ii.
nnllousncss, a curse to mankind.
IL. The Siar Spdngka Banner c
-, Long may it wave v
the land Of the free and the home othc brave"
49, Tie Fair-Whle they are for union we Il