The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1850-07-24
Cclcbr.tion At the Camp Ground.

NUMBER from BanKSt0n s settlement; together
with the fair and beautiful of your own city Il
Notwithstanding the incessant rain, and contln ,
ued blazing ofthe elements, during the preced-
ing night, and the inclemency of the morning,
we had the pleasure of witnessing some humid
reds, assembled to participate in celebrating the
Day which gave birth to their liberties. We
had an elevated and beautiful stage erected, az
by 16,) in the centre of which was turned a
magnificent arch, handsomely decorated with
evergreen, and ornamented with the most beau
tiful flowers. AT the right of the speaker stage,
was erected an elevated platform, neatly carpet
ed expressly for the band to play on. AT half
past eleven they came in sight, with their beau.
tiful banner hoisted; while out from beneath its
bright waving folds flashed forth in golden char
acters, (The Fourth of July, 1776> When
within half mile ofihe ground, the Band march
ed in front of the wagons and carriages, making
the woods ring and reverberate, with their loud
and majestic strains of music. They were wei
coined with three loud huzzas by the citizens oil
the neighborhood, when they were escorted to
the beautiful stage erected for their special ben
eft.
The Rev S.. Clark opened with prayer. MIR.
]. F. Henry read the Declaration; after which
he dwelt for some time in showing the youth of
the country the true cause and nature of the
reyolution-that the Declaration cost treasure,
rests the future liberty-the prosperity-the
grandeur and the glory of our beloved country.
He was followed by number of young gentle
men, whom he had been solicited to train tor
that particular occasion. They acquitted them
selves acknowledgement the ant!cipatlons OF
all present-they had more self possession, and
spoke with more energy than any yonng men
we have ever listened to. Each speaker as he
advanced and made his manners was received
by three cheers from the drums; and after each
Grafton the audience was entertained by some
select piece by the Band-(We would here &C
knowledge the services of our Band, and would
add that for scientific playing they can't be cx-
celled) When the young men had finished
their orations, they were seated in front of the
stare and were exhorted by their Instructor on
behalf of the Ladies, who had prepared them
handsome dinner as tile reward of their services,
to stand by the flag of their country. In the
conclusion of his remarks, he caused the flag to
be taken down from beside the arch, where 1t
was planted by the ladies' own hands, and had
waved proudly during the day, by Master Sharp,
little boy about 10 years of age; the speakers
kneeling around it in beautiful circle, while
the Instructor plighted their faith as American
Youth to stand by the folds of their county
He summed up by making an appeal to their
Parents, which brought the tears from many a
Fathers and Mothers eye We then sat down
to dinner, which done honor to the Ladies
whose lovely hands prepared it; and partook
sumptuously and to spare.
After dinner the toasts were read and loudly
cheered, when we left for home.
REGULAR ToAsTs.
lst The Day we celebrate
I'd Our Country and our Country's Rights
Sd. The American Flag-may its stars ever
grow brighter.
4th. George Washington, the Father OF his
Country.
5th The Signers of the Declaration of In
dependence, may their memories wildly live IL
the hearts of the American people to the --latest
posterity
9th. Our growing Empire--her government
and people, the great wonder of the world.
7th The heroes of the Revolution of 1776-
Having passed off the stage of life, their memo
res are entombed in the hearts Of grateful PEG
pie.
9Th. The Fair Sex, Heavens richest boon t.
men. ga"
VOLUNTEER TOAsTs.
Alexander Smms:-The immortal Lafayette
who left his native home, to spend his life ant
fortune in the struggle Of American lndepen
dence; may he ever shine one Of the brightes
stars in the constellation of American glory.
jeremiah Sharpe:-Adams and Jefferson
Their names will ever be preserved in the Dec
laration of American 1ndependence-their &C.
tons present their true portraits to posterty, and
the respect of the republic for their memories
will ever be their noblest monument.
John D. Sharp:-America-the British Lion
and his whelps trembling at her fletcher flag
whitening every sea, and the dove Of peace
perched upon her summit.
David Hagert:-Old Zachary Taylor-Presi
dent of the United States-the man, who rode
the white horse with the gray tail, and slve
shoes into the Big White House, and broke hi
neck in the chair of State.
james Miller:-The much lamented Polk
he has accomplished his work-he has worn hi
country's crown of honor-he has placed it o,
Old lacks head, and now sleeps in glory.
Simeon Clark:-A thought for the crowne
heads Of Europe-Have care for yourselves
and rejoice not at the difficulties exhibited in on
late Congress of the United States. For re
Day of July, the Democrats and Wings
North America are all brethren; and thong
there may ever be political parties, and great d
ferences of opinion about some things, vet wit
the blessing of God, the Union shall stand fol
ever.
By the Company:-Our orators-nay the
enjoy life; improve in learning; serve the
COMMUNICATIVE the smiles Of the Ladies; an
die under the folds Of the flag of their country
John Sharp George Westinghouse Ion
as love for pre-eminently virtuous actious sha
occupy the human breast SO long will the prais
Of Washington dwell every America
tongue.
BY the Company Our little orators hav
this day immortalised themselves.
William Sharp:-Our Instructor-may h
spread his wings-soar high-plant his ladde
on the hill Of fame-wreath his affection aroun
some beautiful female, and die, sweetly breath
ing out his life in her lovely arms.
David M. Haggard:-The Ladies-We &C
knowledge their distinguished mark of respee
and kindness. and wish them long life, peace
happiness, liberty, social order, howery pat
to the tomb, with the STIR Spangled Banne
planted at their feet, and the stars Of glory bril-
iantly burning at their heads.
Simeon Clark:-The Ladies and Gentleme
Of Dubuque guests to our grove.
James Sharp:-The fair sex-the solace an
life Of men, but the death Of old bachelors.
Alexander Simms:-Live or die-sink G
swim survive or perish-our country right G
wrong.
BY the company:-The orator Of the day
we owe him our best wishes.