The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1850-05-17

From the New York 0lobs, May 10
slxsy-Esr.t Anniversary ~ sessssy ~ T@.@aay,
Grand Union Dinner IN The Old Wigpom --Toiee of
the Saohsms Ia full conelaus. Cereal. Enthusiasm.
Last evening was proud one for all the disciples OF
the ancient democratic creed, and that will be long
remembered with satisfaction and pleasure BY every TRUE
FRIEED OF our GLORIOUS UNION throughout this land
Iammany has spoken The ancient halls, sacred for
nearly half century TO the Of democracy. have
resounded to the echo, with words OF harmony. of con-
those thunder tones shall reach will be generated the
assurance that New York city-New York State--nay,
the entire North yetproye true TO the cherished
compact which binds our whole people band OF
brothers. 80.
Las, evening was the period Of the first a9nyer
sary OF the Society Of Iammany. or Columbian Order
its members. the occasion was made the season OF
public dinner in Tammany Hall, at which assembled not
only the memberso the order themselves. but also many
invited guests from the city and vicinity and from DIS
tant portions OF the Union.
The dinner tables were laid in the grand hall Of the old
wigwsm which was very ehas,sy decorated %h ,n,i
cisey as we were entering the ROOM the vast company
ESQ., who ofciated upon the festive and time honored
occasions assisted by the following vice presidents
Jared Bell. esq, Gen. Henry Storms. Jacob Brush
The tables were excellentiy arranged-the immense
floor aorng ample space, and at the same time permit
ting compactness and seeming centraity OF the whole
which reflect much credit upon Mr.. Brown, the man
aging proprietor OF Tammany, under whose supervision
the entire details OF the occasion were perfected
The tables arranged that the one occupied by
the president and guests stood upon platform slightly
elevated, across the western part OF the hail. Mr. Pres
ident Cutting 10 the centre, was supported on the right
by Vice President Brush the left by Vice President
Storms. while on either hand were seated many gentle
men of distinction, among whom we noticed captain
Hunter, United States navy; Captain Farchild, New
George Law, esq Aldermen Pell. OF Brooklyn; Major
M. M. Noah; Judge John M. Bloodgood, and many
| others. s
far away towards the eastern extremity OF the hahe
chair Of the centre being filled by Vice President Bell
and the remaining two BY Vice Presidents French and
| At signal from Dinges's magnificent band, which
stationed in the orchestra the feast of the council
mingled very agreeably with that Of their artistic
Efforts An hour thus spent seemed to fit with marvel
Gus brevy, but with evident satisfaction to all; and
when at halfpas eight O'Clock, the cloth was removed
and the president announced the first toast the response
hearty and unanimous His language was, | give,
brothers. the first regular toast Of the evenlngths Ian
gusge OF the sentiment being repeated by Vice Presidents
Bell, French, and Mckeon, in succession.
1. The Day we ceebrate-The Anniversary Of Tammany
OF ssha Csss con
President. Genemen win please fill for the next regu-
d The Father Of the Council at Washington May the
% who viii pea % Of
TO direc! him In the path q. oi duty tcheefs
President !" Fill for Old Tammany."
i g. The Society of 81. Tammany, or Columbian Order
cause Of American liberty and Independence alike again,
and open ~ bs
ing neither North nor South nor East nor Yves. 10 the
bright and ndissoube chain Of our national brotherhood
Air" s.ar spangled Banner"
y the friend and protector Of the read and white man. the
friend liberty who knew the arts Of war and the conn
ellis of peace; he with the Great Spirit towards the
setting Of the sun: Drunk standing and 10 siencel
I.a.~.o, M.d;.on IA J,cL
son-Chefs wise in council and pure in patriotism May
long keep their memories green in our souls Drunk
Air-aon in the siily night"
Calorna-one Of old hunting grounds Of the tribes
the borders Of the blue OF the Pacihc-the
youngest sister in the commonwealth Of nations May she
soon take her place at the council board, and become
bright in the galaxy OF States Three tremendous
Air.aoh, carry me back to Old virginny."
The Cardinal Principles Of our SocietyLbery, Union,
Justice. and Equay-so long as we remain true 70 these
within, or hosdlitle. from without ICheers.l
Arrive shall all be happy"
grounds in the Great West and souih-May they con-
smoke the calame. oil with the pale-iaces
bury the somahawk and scapingknfe and Learn war no
Air-aThe days when gypsying"
This last sentiment was responded TO in very happy
sketch Of the Tammany Society from its origin coniras
ing this truly democratic order with that OF the .St
George Societies" which existed before the revolution
When he had concluded, the president gave
| Our Chain OF Union-May 1t continue pure, bright,
and everlasting and may sectional quarrel difference
III opinion coode its links, endanger that heritage
mened by the blood Of warriors and fathers oil the
oulion. ISix cheers
Air-.'Siar Spangled Banner"
| 10. Agriculture The Plough, the Spade, the Axe and
the Hoe-More valuable 10 the Red Man than the iona.
hawk and the war song. tcheersl
Air--"Medley."
IL Tho STATE OF New Yokonce the citadel Of the Red
Mans strength, the empire hoIns Of wealth, intei
yence, and civil power Hearty cheers.l
| Air-"tiaI TO the chief"
| IL Orr Squaws and Papooses-May Mantle smile on
/ them tVociieTous cheeTingJ
Air-"Home."
rs Our Standard Bearer in the Contest Of Is52-lrom
whatever section of the country he may be seecedMay
ne receive the united support of the whole brotherhood,
| and encounter no Judas among them.
TREMENDOUS cheering, which continued during the en-.
tire band performing that cherished and glo
rious old air, Yankee Doode."1
Al this moment the venerable Judge Boodgood arose.
and in short but eloquent address, introduced Captain
i Hunter to the company. Said Judge B.: ! am an old
member OF this order; Il is fory-two years since
entered the Tammany Society have attended many OF
its meetings, but until this night did experience
such satisfaction | now do. see here man
| (pointing TO Captain Hunter) whom never be-
FORE yet love him as brother Cheers can point
out the who under the stars and stripes dared TO
jsobey ORDERS for the glory and honor OF his country
repeated cheers Gentlemen, will give you senti
ment:
Aivarado Hunter, Let courts martial condemn, and
courts OF inquiry punish bu, Amfean rp"of'ea" a a.
gIys sustain him :"
Tremendous cheering, andAcries Of "ayF "ayl"
from all sides
Captain Hunter being thus called upon, responded
briefly and modesy.
After thanking the assembly Tor the courtesy extended
to him. which be fully appreciated, and should long re-
nhnr ha raAtn naH