Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1841-07-08
LINCOLN TELEGRAPH.
BATH, (Me.)
Thursday Morning, July 8, 1871.
pomOcratic w hig Nomination..
FOR GOVERNOR.
EDW ARD KENT,
BATH, (Me.)
Washing tonian Celebration.

The Washing,onians of this town did the r;gH
thing" by way of celebrating our national ndepen-
dence (and their opa) on the fifth inst, The day
was propitious, and patriotism, observable il
every avenue Of our thrifty village
At IL o'clock procession was formed from
Pierce's Hail. under Chief Marshall, BEaJ. STIN-
son, which after marching through principal
streets, proceeded to the Town Hall. Here many
excellent speeches were made by members OF the
Society and other gentlemen present. We were
particularly pleased with the remarks of Niessrs
oquhnlly aud 10 the point
II was atty ing too. TO witness the good feeling
of The guests present on the occasion. Our Clergy
ioo who we're present, made some exec lent re-
marks. all uniting most cordially IN the correct
view of the rise and progress Of Washing onianisn
After the Speeches an excellent collation. ser, ed
10 satisfy the appetite Of the multitude; and finally,
the following regular and volunteer Toarts, includ-
ing couple Of excellent songs, closed tie most
agreeable and interesting ceremonies Of the day.
Regular Toasts.
]. The Day ue celebrate. new era in the his
tory of our Country, to have reformed drunkards
celebrate this day cold winter principles.
9, The Heroes of l776, who signed the Declar-
alton of Independence, and pledged their for
tunes and their lives, that they would be free
May.the Washingtonans thiS day the
pledge they have made, that they will be free
from King Alcohol. May He who assisted those
Heroes to gain our independence, assist us, and
victory is certain.
3. Our Countru With Total Abstinence in
scribed on the banner of her citizens, mpregna-
Bile against the assaults of the world
4. Our Principles. Peace on earth and good
will to men. Our Object, the elevation of the
human race, and the salvation of our Country
from foreign and domestic foes.
s. The .Nemo,g Of George Washington - I'M
der whose name our fathers gained glorious
victory over the Lion of England.-Under the
same venerated name their sons are gaining a
greater victory over the serpent Alcohol.
6. The Patriots pho destroyed the British Tea
in Boston Har6or Genuine Temperance men
on the principle Of tee-total abstinence.
T. Tie evil Spirit Of Rum. His Satanic Ma
esty in his most seducing form. May we resist
the devil, and he will flee from
8. a Reformed Druakard. A living and hap
Nv proof that he who gains victory his
own appetite, is greater than he who taketh
city.
guide board, showing the slow but sure way to
10. The Effects Of 1ec-totaltsm.
More of good than we can tell,
More to buy with, more to sell,
More ofcomfort, less Of care,
More to eat and more to wear
Happier homes, with faces brighter,
All our burthens rendered lighter,
Conscience clean, minds much stronger,
Debts much shorter, purses longer,
Homes that drive away all sorrow,
And something laid up for Tomorrow.
IL. Cold Water. One of the best gifts of a
bountiful Providence-the only true specific for
weakness of the joints and confusion in the up
per story.
~. Washington Temperance Societies. May
they increase and multiply until the whole world
shall become Tee-totallers.
IS. The Fair. May they choose for q COM
panion a reformed drunkard or one that does not
need reforming, if they wish to be happy.
Volunteer ToastS.
By Samuel Crowel, President of the Society
7emrerancs. Twin Sister Of Religion