The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1847-07-10
THE UNION.
The Fourth Of July In shiaxton.-sundny school

The Fourth Of July In WA.hinxson. school
Celebration.
On Monday, the 5th of July, ls47, the anniversary
OF American independence celebrated by the scholars
teachers and friends OF the Sabbath school of Wesley
Chapel in which was gratifying to parents and
animatng to all lovers of virtue temperance and truth
AT an early period of the morning. the scholars (male
and iemael who had assembled under their respective
teachers might be seen vending their way to the spot
selected for holding the festival The place (Berry's
Woods) was delightful one about two miles north of
the city, to the right OF the road to Bladensburg on
commanding and elevated position from which charm
ing view was presented OF the Capitol the placid
OF he Potomac, and Tar away in the distance the hills of
Alexandra county oomed in beauty and grandeur The
grove was clear OF underwood and brushes the shade OF
the tall oaks was pleasant and the refreshing breeze
came IRON the SOUTH tempered the fierce heat of the
summer sun; while the gushing fountain of Natures
own providing added to the delights of the occasion
citizens added to the animation OF the scene.
The choir of the Wesley Chapel was on the ground in
full strength, and they executed most brilliant stye
some charming pieces OF musical composition. Through
out the whole day, at intervals these singers of melody
lent their aid to give additional charms and interest to
festival got up expressly for the juvenile portion of the
formed his duties most excellently; and the manner in
which he and his male and lady associates displayed their
musical powers won great praise and admiration
The exercises OF the day were opened by singing by the
''My country, tits of thee,
Sweet land oflibery," &c.
Scer pastor of the Wesley Chapel congregations follow
ed by singing from the children; when Dr. A. c. Draper
OF Philadelphia, in compliance with call from the su-
the multitude made feeling and impressive address to
the children and parents The doctor fervent and
eloquent in manners and the matter of his address was so
ton. He enforced upon the attention of the children the
lesson OF obedience to parents teachers &C. and added
that by the aid of industry obedience, and temperance
everything might be accomplshed while disobedence,
brlu hair ,i,
penalty-[here the doctor made feeling auson to his
own experience]-and then wound up with beautiful
alluslon to the day we celebrate and earnest appeal
to all, young and DID, to sign the pledge of total abs
nence from all intoxicating drinks.
substantial dinner was prepared and in addition to
water obtained from the crystal fountain lemonade was
abundanty supplied Tor the thirsty wants of children
and people.
After the repast to which all did ample justice
a regular organization of the assembly called,
for the announcement of sentiments which were call
ed for by the day, and the circumstances of the times
On notion Captain +. Asbury Tucker appointed
president assisted by Mr. James Williams and Mr.. c.
w Boele as vicepresdents, and the selection of Mr.
William Finn as secretary.
The following were the regular toasts they were read
by the secretary drunk with cold water, and received
with the most joyous acclamaton
I. The day celebrate.
pendence and the patriots of rs.
3. The memory of Washington.
T. The memory OF Franklin, the printer statesman,
8. The President of the United States.
6. Universal education: The only safeguard to liberty
and Independence
T. Religious liberty 1t is destined to vivy and bless the
whole world
s. The Sunday schools of the United States The nurse
strong supporters of the glory of the church, and the ber
o. The race Great in power persever-
ing in the spread OF liberty, and jealous in the of
virtue and Independence.
the mothers of the land.
H.. The modern achievements of science indicate the
H. The gallant and brave officers of the army and navy
Of the United States.
49, The ladies country Our solace in trbuation
and sorow our pride in prosperity and our mniserng
angels IN peace or war;
AT the conclusion of the announcement of the regular
oasts the air was rent with hearty demonstrations, in
which the children and the people, the old and the
young, the beautiful maiden and the said old father all
oined Ii was indeed most happy time and rarely has
here been Witnessed on any festive occasion 50 much
sary of American freedom Flags waved in the breeze
which were attached to the wide spreading branches of
he star spangled banner of the republic.
AT this stage of the proceedings the Wesley choir
again filled the air with OF its charming melodies;
and i may be observed with truihiulness. without the
nent of this remembered Sabbath school pic
nic' more like fairy scene OF beauty and cnchant-
ment than anything else
Volunteer toasts were offered of the most patriotic
,haractera few only Of which be laid before the
public at present They are as follows:
BY Captain Tucker.-The orator of the day.
cheered.
By Rev. Mr. Slicer.The temperance cause: of tle
great of the 10Th century; which has brought
up from the dark and deep caves OF degradation many
gem ofthe purest water and the greatest brilaney.
BY DR.. A. G. Draper-The progressive movement of the
10Th century procas the speedy regeneration and olsen
hralnlent OF man all over the globe.
BY VIM. Flinn.--Cold water celebrations, always APP
proved of by the ladies, getting into favor and
fashion among men.
AT 6 o'clock, the children and teachers and their
friends returned to the city, highly pleased with the man
ner in which they passed independence day. in the
year 1S47.
Great credit is due to Messrs. Lane, Deal, Magruder,
Walker, and Others who had charge Of the arrangements
Of the occasion.
Before separating, it was
Resolued, That copy of the proceedings the Sunday
School Pic Nc be the Union and National Intel
igencer, of Washington city, for publication.
F. A. TUCKER, President
= 5A% vy W RaLs, ANS Vice Presidents
VIM. Finn, Secretary
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