The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1846-05-14
EDITORS CORRESPONDENCE.
From our regular correspondents

NEw YoRE, May 10, 1886,
The anniversary 0f the ancient IaHmdry Society at
Tann,any HaH last nighf-.iddrtss Of Mayor Noah
admirable ia siuif and mdifsT-tCeH TsccirSd The
supper and patriotic t0asis .imsTiean FEELING on N
spread -LDsr Qfhe Montgomery GuGG.-PrObdbIr
QGsT ot a brigade or command under Gen UttiGn
Giob' .hcNsL-0btr ofhs Nsio York pilots tcdh
M"tsH OcGis, eighty pilots, Gad serenity sailors SO
zoe gO.-Uudrksi ns,os, &c.
The celebration of the fhy-eghth anniversary
Of the ancient lammany society was celebrated
last night at the Wlgwam, Tammany Hall
Major Noah delivered the annual talk, which
| was fortunate enough TO hear. He delivered an
excellent address. Ii was well conceived and we'll
spoken The Major went into an interesting hlstor-
zeal sketch IN reference TO the origin rise, and prog
ress Ofthe society, giving the audience many int
resting details connected with Its movements while
exercising its influence in bringing about more
friendly relations with the ''red men" on west
borders. Some important Indian treaties were
effected by aid Of the Tammany Society, through
the fundamentally of some OF its members, and
many tribes were cOnCiated and encouraged
TO the preservation of peaceable relations, through
the kindness and hospitality extended to their chiefs
and braves when visiting the city.
The society, a majority OF them, siding with
the JeffersOnian republicans against the federasts
mingled finally in the political contest which arose
between the two parties. The democrats became
victorious IN repeated instances which success be-
gan by the ederasts To be attributed TO the infu-
ence of the ST. Tammany Society From that pc
Rod the institution has been considered of a pou-
cal character, and has been administered with
view of maintaining and disseminating republican
principles.
The Major gave some spieresting sketches Of The
ups and downs Of Old Tammany in political al.
fairs. That many efforts had been made TO Dust the
ancient brotherhood, and to I'LL the hall with men
protesting and believing in adverse principles and
measures. That, in 1926, men with strange Creeds
succeeded in gaining possession of the temple, aud
actually expelled the the ancient members from H.
sanctuary. That they then lit up council fires ia
the cellar, among coal 'bins," and organized upon
their ancient platform; nominated a new assembly
ticket, and elected every man by a large majority
This restored them to the Wgwam, where they
continued IN union Of counsels I'LL the struggle arose
between Adams and Jackson, when the "sachems"
exhibited some signs OF division. Finally the Old
democratic spirit triumphed, and Old Tammany
run up General Jacksons name to the mast head
and were finally gratfed by his triumphant election
This was announced amidst thunders Of applause
The Major remarked that the next difficulty which
grew up in the wigwam, happened in 1910, whers
he himself went overheard, and, like JONAH re-
manned IN the whales belly; but like Jonah, no
had come back to preach to NIneveh. CThunders
Of applause and merriment)
After some further remarks on political subjects,
paying just compliment to ex-President Van Blu
for his gentemany department in and out Of
office, the Major proceeded briefly to recapltulatc
the annexation Of Texas to the United States, and
to prove the sovereignty Of the united government
over every inch of soil to the Rio Grande This
was received with tremendous applause.) He CON
tended that now inevitable, and that the
democracy OF the country would rally to the de-
fence Of the country at every hazard. (Great ap-
plause) That the blessings of peace could not be
overated but when put in competition with ration
the Major concluded amidst thunders of applause
The society, with invited guests, then repaired to
the supper table, substantially supplied with every
variety of substantial "eatables and drinkables "
At the conclusion, many regular and volunteer
toasts were given, breathing a spirit of patriotism
and good fellowship. Among the regular toasts the
following were drank with great enthusiasm
"The army and nary Of the United Siaiss-The
defenders of the honor and glory of the flag of ma
tons. Music, 'Star-spanged banner
"Or relations cih JMerieo.-HavlnS done her
no wrong, we shall prove to her that we know how
TO maintain our rights peaceably if we can forcby
if We must. Music, March to the bnrtle-fed'
The State Of Tsras, longer The lone STAR
The youngest sister of the republic, which we will
defend with our lives, our fortunes, and sacred
honor. Music, Jackson's march,
1.-The militia Of the United States The nsfs3uD
guards Of the republic-the sentines our out"
Music, Yankee Doodle"
ne CITY papers arc teenllllS WIN tne no IIranuH
news, and the proceedings of Congress consequent
thereon. The doings OF the great anniversary week
seemed almost forgotten amidst the rumors OF war
and preparations talked otto meet its emergencies
The Seaman's Friend Society have had it's meet
ing. The African Civilization Society met LAST
night. The American Tract Society this morning.
The Christian Alliance Society meets to-nigh,
Most of the meetings held at the Tabernacle,
which is open every evening, and good part of each
day. The abotonists also claim to hold their an
nual orgies this week, and now in session.
understand the Montgomery Guards of this city,
a fine volunteer company, composed chiefly Of
adopted citizens, have offered their services to the
government.
have also heard it rumored that a brigade has
for some time maintained a preparatory organiza-
ton, under the official head Of General VIM. Gibbs
Mcneil, of this city, differed chiefly in the subordl-
nate ranks by eleres Of West Point. And further,
that the services of the whole command would be
Gf not already tcndered) offered to the government
for acceptance. They are willing, at short notice,
to march for the Rio Grande, or any other post Of
danger.
The stock market improved to-day.
500 bales cotton sold at about the following rates:
Upland and Florida. Mo. IN O.
Interior
Ordln. to good oTdln. 81 all 6aa75