The Sumter banner. [volume] (Sumterville, S.C.) 1846-1855, 1849-08-15
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Attn of July i'm CiaresrIon.

new building Of w. w. Benbos, in a most
beautiful grove which had been tastefully
preparedfor the occasion---on the roadside.
were to be seen high upin tho air the Stars
and Stripes floating most gracefully.
AT IL o'clock procession was formed IN.
der the directions Of Maj. WV. owKNs and
w. +. Erwin Esq, Marshals of the day and
marched to the stand where they were greet
ed by the presence Of the fair-sex. The De-
claration ofIndependence was read in a very
spirited manner by Mr.. p G. Benbow, after
which DIR. James Macauley came toward and
pronounced most admirable address which
for beauty of diction-high toned patriotism
free, clear, and vigorous thought frequently
rising into eloquence, was of an order rarely
exhibited on such occasions. 1t was indeed
worthy OF the occasion and worthy of the
speaker, and received by the audience with
the most rapturrus applause. Dinner was
then served and after the cloth was removed,
Capt. M. NJ. Benbow was called to preside
assisted by DR.. T. w. Briggs, Capt. Thomas
J. NJ. Davis and J. B. Hilton Esq, as Vice
Presidents. The regular Toasts were then
announced.
l. The day IRE celebrate, The rejoicing of
free people on each return of its annvorsa-
| ry strikes terror and CONSERVATION TO tho
hearts Of tyrants.
2. Tho President Of The u. s. The battle
OF Buena Vista, the crowning glory of his
military career.
3. Gor. Seabrook, His splendid abilities
| long devoted to the service Of his country in
improving her agriculture together with his
great political experience, eminetly qualify
him to preside over the tcstinics of the state
in these portantous times.
| a. The Hon. Jno. C. Calhoun, South
Carolinas brightest Jewel Exalted high
above the dark and feculcnt atmosphere in
which such spirits as Hale, Benton, Geddings
and their associates are accustomed to dwell.
their visions have become SO obscurcd that
they cannot soar to the height of his talents
IN v'ndicating Southern rights. Go on mighty
warrior in battling for your country's honor,
,ae know low to appreciate your services.
5. The Hon. "A. p. Butler, A bold, fear
less and ndepenent advocate of Southern In
st'tutions. His course in Congress has been
marked by capacities Of the highest order and
well worthy Of So. G.. Well done faithful
servant.
9. The Hon. j. a. Woodsrurd His able
and interchangeable efforts in the national Leg
lslatnre furnish the highest evidence of the
sagacity OF his congressional District in ee-
vating him to his present position.
Z. South Carolina, Always prompt to dis.
charge her duty as member OF tho confede-
racy. She will be found equally prompt to
discharge her duty to herself.
8. The Constitution Of the U. s. A COM
pact between independent sovereign;ies. For
all dangerous violations of which il is not on
| ly the right but it become most sacred duty
for the parties thereto TO '.interpose in their
sovereign capacities to arrest the progress Of
the eyil."s
8. The Wiimoi Proriso. A most reckless
invaton upon the Constitutional rights OF
the South, which ought 10 be resisted at anv
and every hazard.
10. Palmetto Regiment, Impartial history
its best euogy. It's achievements on the
battle fields OF Mexico have won for it inner
ishable and undying fame.
| ii. The Frames and SignsrS Of The Dec
laration Of Indepedence: The bare mention of
their names will inspire future generations
with love Of liberty and reverence for the
name of Jefferson
| II. The Memory Of James X: Poh, Too
much praise cannot be bestowed upon the
wise and skllful management of his admins.
| tration.
13, Woman. Gods last but best gift TO
man. 1t is alone by her influence that our
nation stands SECOND to none for piety and
refinement. The very Wheels of government
are kept moving through her glorious aid.
VOLUNTEER ToAsTs.
BY Capt. NJ. NJ. Benbow. Hon. T. H. Ell
more: The accomplished gentleman. A
clear heared-sound hearted statesman.-
| His successful administration OF the affairs of
the Bank not only attests his great financial
skill but furnishes certain guarantee that
if let alone the public debt will be paid Off as
| it becomes due without increasing the bur
then of taxation.
DR.. II. w. Briggs. Abolition 10 caolera,
and cholera TO Abolition
Capt. Thos J. NJ. Davis. South Carolina:
A bright star in land of liberty. Let her nev
or forget that her sons are frcemen.
Lieut. c. S. Mellett Adgi. James Canicv
ofhs Palmetto Rcgt Accomplished scolar
experienced statesman and brave and gen
erous officer, Sumter looks to him with pride
as its future champion in the halls OF Con-
| gress.
Capt. w. l.. Reynolds. The Hon. Yhos
| H. Benton: A vindiction demaguuge and
o'ohS' uo"h oihSS oCchtl--NC Has ulcdHiy
conspired with the abolitionists of the North
to destroy the Union by the adoption of the
Wilmot Proviso. May he find his reward in
| the contcmp Of all honorable men.
DR.. y. Nj. Cullen. The Orator ofhe dap,
Emnently servicablc TO suffering humanity
and alike capable of serving his country in
political capacity.
M &. Wills. The Eagle the emblem Of our
Republic, May never cease its flight till it
extends its wings over an emancipateG world.
Capt J NJ Owens. The Hon A A Stephens
Of Georgia, His conduct in regard to the
Southern Address is a betrayal of the interest