Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1846-07-22
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In consequence Of order hold election Of Field
oaeeo in the ssh Rssimen Virginia Militia at Halifax
Court House, the th, Of Brooklyn and Church
HUI veiniss, according arrangement, the
rresby'ersn Church, tMessy ssat) NJ early hour on
the morning Of the ID the 70th anniver-
lssry OF Amecsn Independents An additional interest
was impaired to the occasion by tho unusually full attend
| anee OF the fairer and better part Of creation.
Al III O'Clock, the President introduced Mr.. VIM. M.
howsron to the audience who Peacsd the reading OF the
Declaration OF American Independence by brief review
OF tho history OF that evenuul period and, in language
ehss'e beautiful aud pathetic, he gave rapid sketch
br'usn oppression aud American magnsnmity. Ii was
mastery effort and would have cedabe to one OF
rPer years and higher prcteusons.
| He was succeeded by Mr.. Geo. w. Purkins whoee ma.
coqucnec secured the most profound attention Of tho
audience for hour aud 20 minutes The deep silence
and intense gaze unequvoca indication OF tumu
tnous emotions that Pervaded every bosom. was.
deed, rare and rich specimen Of oratoy suited every
age sex and condition and whether he dealt in
scenery OF the unbroken Forest uodden only by rcd
man and bounding deer, the clash swords savage
YELL or the more terrific thunders Of the deep hrossd
non he was equally sloqucn, aud Interesting The ladies
especial attention. and maid and maron
uesnsn OF unauahed appreciation o their bachelor friend
We were next entertained with impressive Essay
Education, by Mr.. David Chalmers, whose contrast Of
Of and thorough education with the plan
ut present pursued, will, trust be attended with bene6.
cia results The whole congregation repaired To the
Grove, and parook Of sumpuous Barbecue furnished by
the neighbours, under the supcrinendenco OF Capt VIM.
NJ Cabaniss who always things lttle better than
other people, and who this fairly scpsed
cell. having drawn largely the animal and vegesbe
Kingdom With Uncle Berry TO haste aud season. the rich
fumes OF smoking disspaIed the ecolecuons Of
| scarce year.
| After the cloth removed, Or. THox.. w. warrn
President, and Dr. Claiborne W. BaIksdal- and Dr. Robt
G. Jenninss, Vice-frssdentsJ the following Toass were
! drunk;
| REGULAR ToAsTs.
!. The Day we celebrate May ever be beacon light
/ TO the oppressed OF all nations. drunk standing
George Washington; The glory OF his age the pat
tern for Poseriy-lDrunk standing uncovered. and in .
3 American Independence: The boon Of Providence to
msn-eiyns upon the virtue OF the people for its
ny, II alike the impudence OF domestic dsna-
gogue as dsda'ns the arrogance OF foreign interference
| 3 cheen-
4. Free Principles and Fsmale RigAis One and indiyi
sble-ths firm establishment Of the properly regards
and supports the distinction and exercise OF the other
[6 cheers.
S. The Sgners OF the Declaration of Independence
band linked by vsOr, inspired by wisdom, aud made in
dysbie by pairiosm-thc crown could not
awe them; the seductons of title and the insignia
atty failed TO allure them. 70 cheers.
s. The Star-Spangled Banner Unsuled by nhum.n-
v in times OF war; 1t floats in purity in times OF peace
- cheers.
The Union and its % daughters prolific mother of
| blooming and unrivaled offspring. 70 cheers
g. The Revolution Caused by oppression, advanced by
ambition il closed shook despotsm TO its b.se and
erected the standard OF liberty upon the citadel world
9. The Constitution of the United States Preserved in
its purity, lasting bulwark for liberty. rs cheers
TO- The old IL States; An unrestraned love OF free
dom has extended their embrace millions of the
| oppressed sons OF foreign nations. 70
H. Our Country and her Just Rights Her sons arc
ready to seal her claims with their blood rch
70 cheers.
| ~ The Peace Of the Revolution: An epoch b,Iowed
in the remembrance OF the civilized world. 3 cheers.
Is Woman: Her influence in the world will guaraHee
its prosperity and its universal happiness 10 cheers
VOLUNTEER ToASTS.
BY the President. Gen'l Taylor and his Army They
have won Immortality for themselves and
glory for their country The MeIie.ns can tell the story
by the LIST Viee-President The United States Of Anne
I'M and
Pulaon be commemorate with the extent Of her terri
tory.
BY the I'd viee-Presdent. Major Ringgold May the
property taken in the battles Of the 9Th 9th Of May be
appropriated TO erection Of over his grave
BY DAVID Chalmers. The people Of this neighbourhood
Blessed abundanty with the Of education m Az hey
not suffer them 10 be wasted from the of iudcious
employment OF the
BY DIR. Solomon Angle The Old Dominion One of
her unsheshed his sword for American Indepead-
ence. another defended it by his eloquenee and third
with his pen wrote the able document
BY Beverly Bsrksdale, Jr. The Mexican War: May it
soon be terminated by honorable peace otherwise NAV
Old Rough and Readys" Is FOUNDERS sull continue 10
" melt the " in the enemy's ears
BY Francis l.. Royal Tho Army and Navy OF the u.
s.: The former has recently given the most unequiyoca
evidence, on the victorious battle field, that the sg of
stripes and stars will yet triumph over the
"a halls and palaces Of Montezuma.
BY James Murphy. The American People: The front
rank in the army OF Liberty and Equality.
BY a Lady. May Liberty, with her broad md bright
pinons take her flight the whole habitsble globe
BY WIN NJ Howefton. DAVID Chalmers ESQ A true
patriot, and useful ctzen-ke the man. his Address on
Education excellent.
BY Claiborne Whlocke Barksdale. Liberty Grove De-
batting Society has encountered and successfully combaed
the combined forces OF prejudice, ignorance and bgory
and has e1erted moral influence this vicinity ap.
Pans to the enemies Of untrammeled religion, liberty
and science. ~
By w Terry. The Ladies: By far the greatest gift
Of God to man-may they always be blos with oil things
needful.
BY II w Barksdale. The brave and gallant TAYLOR:
May the God Of Battles project him in speedy and yieto
nous march TO the city OF MEXICO
BY Thos A Chsppell. The Union of the States. The
keystone IN the arch OF established by
mutual torbearaRee and reciprocal concession the patriot
&c sPlrt from which these principles emansed alone
sustain il.
By VIM r Pugh. The memory Of the lameuted Ring
BY VIM NJ HOwerton. The Orator Of tn. Day: The
burning eloquenee with which he has this day
Us, argues that he has patriotic heart and strong head
This sentiment called forth Mr.. Purkins who respond
ed IN the haPpest style lie said the embarrassment he
experienced on the occasion, would be appreciated by
those warm hearts who hsd extended him a prodKa
hooray lie beautifully alluded the harmony Of our
hsiehborhood on this great festival, which party poll
tics we're not TO be seen. Wing and Democrat, without
concert had given evidence that they were ever ready 10
sacrhee party prejudice upon ths altar Of their eounys
good We should do him injustice to attempt descrio-
non oi mat part OF bis speech relating the present con.
dIton Of our country, and the army Of the Rio Grande
| Tie concluded with the following ontimeRt:
The Emerald Isle Her have the lasting gratitude
| freedom.
~ John X. Marsble. The Ladies Of Halifax: Not
more distinguished for their beauty and intelligence than
Tor their strict observance Of modesty end virtue
Sont IN by Lady. Henry Csy His name is suffieen
to call forth the seest enhusasmhe stands erect and
fssoy ms eoun'ys call 10 shed honor upon the highest
| Office 10 the gift Of the people.
ny Beverly Bafksdse. j. Tho present year: May II pen
uluy abound IN almost every species Of proJueton-iu
con-houses, large tobacco wheat and oa crops pretty
free circulation Of SubTrehsuTy Bills, plenty Of small
chargs, an unsuppiabe demand the cotton market an
increase OF hynenia joys, and plenty OF sweet potatoes
| m NJ IN. III
Tho fearless spirit-ihe whole souled fellow.
The Doctor rose aud said a few amusing things He
hanked them ell for the compliment offered and closed
| by Offering the following sentiment:
The CITIZENS Of Brooklyn and Church Hill my neigh
bouts and friends God bless them ALL
| ny James W Henrys-Ths against Mexico: Found
ed IN night, and conducted Cabinet and in the
| with sail and energy unsurpassed.
by 10 g. Jsnnngs.-Yrginis's Taylor He don't cab.
| bage remnants, bot captures regiments.
| BY Beverly Bsrksdsls 1.-THE next President. MAY
ho be selected from among tboss who manifsst