Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1846-07-09
CELEBRATION AT wAYNEsBoRoUcu

The Anniversary of our National Independence
was celebrated in Waynesborough in very be-
coming and spirited manner. At an early hour the
streets of our little village presented very lively
| appearance, the citizens Of the country around
mlngling with those of our town. all eager 10 ioin
In celebrating the day which proclaimed us free
and independent nation. The day was cloudy and
rainy, and at one time seemed to prevent any pa
rade whatever; but the military, Gas it should be)
not daunted by wind or weather, were determined
10 make show. The sound of the drum and fife
together with the shrill notes OF the trumpet (al-
ways animating and enlivening soon told us that
the hour OF parade was at hand. The Cavalry,
commanded by Capt. ii. III. Peck the Rifle Com
pany, by Capt. Gideon Barnhart; and the Waynes-
borough Light Infantry, by Capt j. H. Evans,
soon made their appearance, and Notwithstanding
the state of the weather, went through the different
military evouions in style which reflected great
credit on the respective officers and under their
command. Suffice it to say, that all were impress
ed with the belief that if it should be found neces
sary, In defence of our countrys rights for the 32d
Regiment to repair to Mexican field it will no
doubt sustain the ancient fame of the Old Do
miniOn.
After parading through our streets, they marched
to the Methodist Church, followed by large num-
Der OF citizens, where, by previous arrangements.
VI. w. ALLEN, Esq. was appointed to read the
Declaration OF independence. He preGlced the
reading with some remarks highly appropriate to
the occasion, and very crediable to the author
After which, the Rev. b. M. SMITH of Staunton.
by special request OF the Ladies', delivered an adj
dress. The military companies, with a number of
citizens, then marched to Mrs Jones' Hotel. where
they partook of very sumptuous dinner prepared
Tor them; and as the different military evoIutions
during the day were performed in good style by
officers and soldiers, also were the necessary civil
evolutIonS at the festive board performed with equal
skill by officers and men. The Waynesboro' Band
I'm nttn l. Il
OF the day. The cloth being removed, Abraham
Lynn, Esq; was appointed President Of the day,
and Capt H. II. Peck, Capt. Gideon Barnhart,
and Capt. }. i'll. Evans, Vice Presidents, when the
following regular toasts were announced
Isl; Inc day we celebrate. May its annual return
ever be hailed with enthusiasm and delight
End The signcrs of the Declaration of independence
The pioneers of American Lbcrty-an example of mo-
raj Ice courage ,rss rarely sI,y if eyer equslled
ora. me soldiers Of the Revolution. The priva
tons and dangers they endured cntite them to the
highest admiration of postcrity.
4th. The Army and Navy. The strongest and best
security OF our religious, civil and political liberty
ON. he character of Washington. Eulogy cannot
add iustrc to it-Enyy malice does not attempt to
tarnish it. ~
9th. Church and State. May they, like the poles,
remain ever seParatcd-we will pray for the one and
fight for the other.
18th. The Patriots of the Revout;oo who have left
us ihey are gone to world Of spirits, but their
works will live in the hearts of the American people
oth The memory Of Lafayette and the generous 70.
rclsncrs that came to our aid during the revolutionary
| struggle.
9th The magnanmous Volunteers of America May
wrcaths Of laurel entwnc their bros and their heroic
deeds Iced. be transmitted 10 the latest Posterity.
10Th. The United States Of America. The asylum
OF the brayc-whcrc liberty is, there is my country
llth. The People. The source Of all earthly power
and W no alone have the sovereign right to rule.
18th. The attachment TO party and love of country
May the former always be subscTvicnt to the latter
18th. Cen Taylor and the gallant officers and SOL
ders under his command. Recent events have de-
monstra;sd that they deserve the warmcst admiration
duty assigned them.
VOLUNTEER TOASTS.
BY A. Lynn President of the Day Gen TAYLOR and
his gallant little arny.-Tb heir heroic deeds ON fbc
plains of Pao Alto and Rcsaca dc la Palma will con-
stitn,e bright page in their country's history.
ny Capt. Ii. II. Peck, Vice President American
Independence, established by our foreGatbers
ever be held sacred by their children.
BY Capt. Gideon BarDbar Vice President: The Pa
triots Of the evomion.-Many of them shed their
bood-and Tor what' was for the good of generations
yet to follow.
BY Capt. j. II. Evans, Vice President: The Flag of
our Country-May the stripes and stars continue TO
wave over us while time shall last and when the wreck
OF matter and the crush of worlds shall come may ii
lind Che American people
"With Frccman's soil beneath their feet
And Freedoms banner waving o'cr them"
by Col Geo. Baylor: Thomas Jefferson, author Of
INC Declaration Of independence. Great Apostle of
Liberty, thy stands high the pinnacle Of fame,
and no foe will be able 10 snatch il away.
BY Col a. G.. Robertson: The Patriot and States.
man Henry Clay May his shine upon tbc
pages Of American history and be handed down TO nos
tcrity pure and untarnished.
By Mr.. Chapman: Major Ringgold has fallen the in
trcpid warrorThc thunder of his artillery will long
he remembered BY the survivors Of The memorable b,
tie Of the sth May, rs,