Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1846-06-23
For THE ENQUIRER.
Dinner 10 chi. RI MISE. Of Esser.

IJiRneT 10 JOi. 6. y. 4NtiSE, o. GS5eL.
The Democracy in the lower par, of Essex
grateful, as they should be- 10 this gentleman fo
The efficient and distinguished services which h,
has rendered the cause, rendered 10 him The com
plimeni OF Dinner which came of near the
village OF Monagues on the 10Th May. Their,
was, Notwithstanding the very uniavorable YEA
lner large and enthusiastic gathering Of III,
Jpae and sine,c Of our county-men who, though
defeated, "oncr and again" can still stand up II
the proud consciousness Of right, in defence o
The noble and cherished doctrines Of the Rcpub!i
can School.
Austin NJ. Tribe, Esq, acted as President o
the day, assisted BY Messrs. H. Johnson and
Fl. Noel as Vice Presidents.
A most sumptuous dinner was provided for lh(
occasion, which was speedily followed by Iht
flowing, free and fast, of sparkling Madeira.
The following were some Of the toasts Offered
on the occasion.
REGULAR Tolsrc.
Our Country: Blessed be the tic that binds ou
hearts to her.
The Constitution Of the United States: May
every arm be upliiled 10 defend il.
The Memory Of George Washington
The President and Cabinet May wise coun
sells guide their deliberations.
The following sentiment was then offered:
By The Cunmiuee. Col. Richard J. Muse =
The unwaverns advocate Of Republican princi
pies The Democracy oil Essex will cherish
with the lyeIies gratitude he memory Of his ser
vices; and, when truth trumphs over error, then
he tn lc,a triumph.
After the applause which followed this senli-
menl subsidized, Col Muse arose and responded
in strong and vigorous speech, which CON-
manded the profound attention oil The company
He concluded his highly interesting speech with
the following sentiment:
TIE Democracy Of the lower part Of Essex
At The first blast OF the buele they rush 10 The
standard oil their country. Victory will ere long
perch upon the banner Of men so faithful and true.
Col. William &. Davis: lie has been weighed
in tic balance, and not found wanting.
Col Davis responded to this toast in one of the
happies, ef his efforts. He closed with scnli.
menI, which was unfortunately lost.
Walker HAYES, of King & Queen: a poi,i-
clan of The right stamp. We welcome him 10
our board. p
Mr. Halves, in. response 10 this sentiment,
spoke for some time IL! The happiest vein. His
speech was warmly and repeatedly applauded.
Col. James Wright: A consistent Republican.
In his hands our principles arc safe.
Col. Wright responded in very handsome
terms and was warmly cheered by the company.
VOLUNTEER ToAsrs.
BY Geo. F. Ramsay. Virginia: Always true
10 her principles. When asked for the evidence,
she points 10 her polls.
Bv James II. Noel. The Hon. Mr. Hanne-
gan, of Indiana Though possibly loo much for
Oregon, Still an orator and patriot. The West
should proudly cherish such son.
BY JamcsR. Howser, Gan invited guest: y r.
NJ. L. Hunter: May he hunt the archer from The
Senate ofthe United States
BY N. B. Street. Mr.. VIM. S. Archer: May
fIT--
By Samuel McCauley. Col. Muse. A Re.
publican of the right stamp. He deserves the
thanks OF US all.
BY Capt Richard Wright Luke warm De-
mocras: would you were either hot or cold
so then you are lnke-warm, and neither hot nor
cold. twill spew thee out OF my mouth"
ByJ. P. Dunn R. Nj. t. Hunter: May he
be our next Senator, in place of the Texas, anti
Texas Wing. VIM. S. Archer.
By an invited Guest. Texas: She has come
lawfully into our family and zee mean 10 protect
her.
ByJ II. Noel. The ladies OF Essex: Like
all valuable articles-hard 10 gel,
By the Committee. Richard D. Dunn: A Re.
publican 10 The core. We are pleased TO meet
him here.
By The Committee. Capt. Richard Wright:
May he live long and merry life, and exer, bis
fine powers for the good old Virginia doctrines.
Capt. Wright, in reply 10 This toast, entertained
the company in well-tmed and sensible speech
BY ]. R. Howser. Austin M. Tribe, our
President: Though young, his destiny is onward
Mr.. Tribe arose al The unanimous call of the
company, and closed The proceedings with one Of
mis- bes, speeches He offered, in conclusion, the
following sentiment:
The Democracy OF Essex When ASKED lc
storm the Wing citadel, they answer, as did The
intrepid Miller, ave will try"
Several other toasls were given 10 some of The
veterans in our cause, but time will not permit
me 10 give them all. Messrs. A. Cau,horn
Howser OF King Queen, (who, BY the way, de.
livered very sensible speech,) Eubank Of ESSEX
and Others, were highly comrlimenled, and the