American Republican and Baltimore daily clipper. [volume] (Baltimore, Md.) 1844-1846, 1845-07-07

SION. lneV dETlNcu Ut tHC 9lpNC "'N"t ''"'t
past S, and entered it with their youthful vol
ces ascending to Heaven in most cheerful and
melodious strains, as they sang
Cup to tie hills on bright sunny morn" &c
On arriving at the spot designated for their
short encampment, they formed large circle,
and after a few remarks in regard to their con-
duct, were dismissed until 10 O'Clock, SO as to
enable them to prepare and get IN order the
swings which accompanied them, and which
afforded them no little qualification during the
day. At 10 o'clock they assembled, for the
purpose Of hearing and engaging in the eXer-
cises, which were commenced by singing
Loud raise the peal of gladnass," &c.
An appropriate and feeling prayer was then
offered to the Throne of Grace, by Rev. Thos.
Richardson, the superintendent. An ode to
the Fourth was then sung by the children; at
ter which the Declaration OF Independence
was read in 4 clear, distinct and satisfactory
manner, by Master John Cunningham, one OF
the scholars. The "Star Spangled Banner
was then sung very prettily BY the children,
and was succeeded by the Grafton on the Day,
by Mr.. Slml l.. Banded, one OF the teachers.
Mr.. Bandel's address was listened to with pro-
found attention and delight by the auditory, as
it ahounded in rich Imagination, bold thought,
and patriotic sentiment. After the Grafton, the
children sung, "My country It's Of thee, Sc,
and were then dismissed with the benedction.
The rest of the day was devoted by them to
swinging and other innocent amusements.-
Their behavior was admirable, and was great
credit as well as a source of pleasure to those
who had them under their charge. Alter dim
ner, the committee of arrangements distributed
a good supply of refres .ments to the children,
g., !, q ato1 ,,l- tod hon
ward, highly pleased with their excursion,
which VIII not be forgotten soon. We must
not forget to state, that the prohercd and I'M
expected kindness exhibited to the school dur
ing the day by Mr.. Fowler and family will ev-
connected with the institution.
Calrert-st UniuerSalist Sabbath School, At an
early hour in the morning, the scholars, num-
boring between two and three hundred, were
formed in procession, under the direction of
their energetic superintendent, w. Bailey, Esq,
and marched through many of our principal
streets 10 that rural and delightful spot known
as Gibson's Grove, at which place they have
completed their fifth celebration of that day
which nineteen millions of freemen hold in
proud remembrance. On arriving at the Grove,
the scholars with their attending parents and
decorated stand, to listen to the exercises of
the day, which were commenced by the Choir
iunder the immediate direction of w. Wad-
man, Esq. singing an Anthem highly appro-
pirate to the occasion, after which the Rev.
Mr.. Shrgley, with all his accustomed fervency,
addressed the Throne of Grace; about fifty
children were then christened, which ceremony
was rendered more solemn and imposing by the
deep interest manifested therein by the attend
ing multitude. The Choir then performed an
other Voluntary, when MIR. Chas Craft rose,
and in a clear distinct and audible tone, read
that impershable document, the Declaration
of independence, which was followed by the
Choir chanting an Ode to Liberty. Mr. JAS.
l.. Camp, the orator of the day, was then in
troduced to the audience, and in his usual hap
py style, pronounced most chaste Grafton,
which was, indeed, touchingly beautiful, and
deeply calculated to arouse the patriotic feel
ings of all present The ceremonies of the
morning being concluded, the scholars proceed
ed to recreate themselves until summoned TO
dinner, of which they partook, together with
the visiters, who we've kindly invited, in man
ner that would have reflected credit upon the
greatest epcures, The evenings exercises con-
sisted Of Prayer, Singing, and an appropri-
ate Address by Mr.. James Mason, after which
the whole assembly proceeded to enjoy them
selves by sporting upon earth's messy carpet,
beneath cloudless canopy, until late hour,
when all returned to their respective places of
abode, fully satisfied with the enjoyment Of
the day.
High St. Methodist Episcopal Sabbath School.
This large school spent the day at kennard's
Landing, Worton Creek. The fine steamer
Constitution, which was judiciously chosen for
the above excursion, left Bowly's wharf at
about o'clock, and proceeded with her breath
ing cargo on the route to the above landing, af-
fording ample facilities to witness the beautiful
scenery on both the Patapsco river and part
Of the Chesapeake Bay. After a delightful
passage, they arrived at the place of destina-
ton where they found a gentlemanly propre-
tor in readiness to welcome them to the hospi-
talities of his delightful situation. Here after
the hustle attendant upon Decentralization had
subsidized, one Of the most eloquent and appro-
pirate prayers which it has been our good for
tune to listen to, was offered up by a Rev. gen.
tleman, whose name we have unfortunately for
gotten. The Declaration of Independence was
then read by Geo. l.. L. Davis, ESQ.,, who pre-
faced it with some eloquent remarks, principal
ly on the right of representation. A plain
practical, but we'll arranged and suitable ora
tioh was delivered ny asa Chllds, Esq, who
has the extraordinary ability of both amusing
and edfying, as the young ladies and gentle
men who heard him on this occasion, doubtless
recolect. At five O'Clock the steamboat bell
summoned all to the wharf, where they found
the steamer in readiness for her return trip
After some detention in consequence ofthe low
state of the tide, all were borne speedily along
towards the Getty Of monuments" whittier
they reached at o'clock in the evening, great
ly invigorated by the inhalation OF pure sea
and country breeze.
,4isquith-St Presbyterian School. At an early
hour groups of beautifully dressed children,
with happy smiling faces, might be seen assem-
bling at the Presbyterian Church, in Aisquith
St, all seeming intent upon the contemplated
days enjoyment. At O'Clock they took up
the line Of march along Aisquith st. to the