Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1851-07-11
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION.

The following toass were given at the Dinner of the Rich
mond Lgh, Dragons Grin's SPRING the 4th of July
1851 A, this Dinner the Chesterfield Dragons pre-
sent, as guests OF the Richmond Dragons.
REGULAR TOASTS.
lot The Dav celebrates May all party distinctions be
lost in the recollection of the importance Of day which
dates the greatest epoch in the worlds history.
Cd The Signers Of the Declaration of Independence: The
faithful band Of patriots who rescued the rens Of govern
nent from tyan, and placed them in hands which were
destined 10 hold them in peace and prosperity
Sd. Washington: name which produces magic thrl
in every American heart.
4h. La Fayeue: Fain would we his grave with
flowers and mUsten il with our tears
5h The President of the United States: Found in try
ng times the Union; the Union will be true 10 him.
9th The Union: II has stood the test OF ian action IN
and attack the rear from Southern incendarles
and Northern fanatics. Three cheers for The Union
7h. The Army and Navy of the United States OnrPride
and ornament, strength and confidence This toast
appropriately responded 10 by Lieut. Ray OF the u
Army and sentiment given which written Quit
sh. Col Gwynn and 1t COL Tompkins fihe ls Regiment
Of Virginia Volunteers Former officers in the Richmond
Light Dragoons they have the hearts OF all It's members
! Seven cheers were given, for c." G"ynn and It. COL
Tompkins, and one for Capt. Sheppard
9h. The heroes of the Revolution: Their sepuchre our
srne,heir glory our heritage. Drunk standing and ir
silence
iO.h The Old Dominion: Always right side up.
H. Vrginas mighty dead NJ her living sons emulate
their glory not live upon their reputation Drunk standing
H. Our Guests-The Chesterfield Troop: Their
zaon and presence this day that old wine Gun stand
fire in bottles Three times three cheers and responded TO
appropriately by Capt. Ball Of the Chesterfield Dragons,
who gave sentiment: "Ihe Richmond Light Dragons
lin peace give them TO US as friends in war give them to
49, Woman-The only union spirit of the day: With
them, it is e the quesonis often debated but always win
eye good and perfect union, the fruits ot which WI"
endure ''lii man shall be no more
The following sentiments received from distinguished
gentlemen who were invited but could not be present:
| lst By Gov John B. Foyd-The Citizen Soldier: Nei-
ther mental mercenary but resolue and reliable; The nj
defenders Of their coun,ry's rights.
Dad tl,a uurrv Wisa-- Tho
called they destructive TO the enemy as dra-
CONS; may the Richmond Light Dragons have no enemy to
destroy.
3rd By the Hon. John NJ Bots-The spirit Of Reform:
May it continue spread until political equality among
men, civil and religious freedom ALL and the right Of man
to self.guvernment established throughout the world
4rh By Judge John ). Caskie-The new companies OF
and foot, who for the first time celebrate this glorious
dny: Nav they ever Of nnbe citizen army
5,h By Mujo Thos p August of the st Regiment Vir-
guia VoluneersThe late Compromise: Another patriotic
sacrifice made BY South upon the altar of The Union
The necessity which led 10 its adoption must compel lis
| faithful execution.
9th. By Capt Vim. Y Sheppard Of the BluesThc Rich.
nond Light Dragons: Their past history is but omen of
the part they will whenever their country calls.
4 7lh BY Edwin Robinson Esq.-rhe Richmond Light ORA
gouns Alike prepared for the domestic vel! the for
eign The prayers and peaceful dreams Of The women
Children whose SUMMERS they guard furnish The highest
reward which citizen soldiers desire.
S.h By Maj. S. McRae-Tbe Richmond Light Dragons :
Ever foremost whether the head Of the line or in doing
honor this, the greatest day in the Annals OF the world
s'h ny MH Tbs. H. EIs-rhe union: Necessary suita-
10Th By Beverly TucAe Esq.-The Richmond Troop; To
llth By Puymaser VIM. P Munfod Of the lst Regimen,
DIVA Volunteers-Th. Paymaslcr,s office would
were nc TO them in the golden opinions they have
won.
18th. By Daniel Trueheart, Esq.-The Richmond Troop
ready defend the honora and flag Of the Old Dominion
when called TO the field under the lead OF their gallant and
accomplished commander and officers.
The following given by invited guests and vol
unteers, who present:
Let. BY COL Henry C. Cabell-The Sovereignty and the
Rights of The States The Keystone Of the arch which forms
I'd. BY Capt VIM NJ Futon-Our Union Thanks be
God, thai another Anniversary of American 1nd-pendence
finds the United States" And may the efforts of all
faconiss Of whatever party whatever cline made dis
solve Union, be frustrated and The time come
Union" first and last, and forever Union!
Sd. BY Lieut.. Col T g. Rice Of the 18Th RegimenThe
Isl Regiment Of Va. Volunteers: They ever redy in
Of emergency, prLect the citizens of the STATE.
4h. BY Capt, John NJ. Sheppard Of the R. L. D-The Ho
noary Members Of the Richmond Light Dragons We hail
them among the return Of another Anniversary vi
1 American independence.
5h BY Lundon Rives Of the R. L. D-The orator of the
/ day: The approximation of euquence and chivalry
This responded to by Lieut. Johnson the ora
tor of The day, who gave:
6h Garrison, the Abolons and shadrach, the Fugitive
1 should sooner make slave Of such freeman, than
i ieeman of such a slave. ..-
7th By Adutan, W. H. Harrison of the 18th Regiment
The memory of Col. WIN X. Johnson noble SIRE repre-
9Th. BY VIM A. Cooke, ESQ.,, Of the c. L.D-The Cnns
tuition Of the Union IsIer parent tho Stes Long
may the offspring prosper long may they love their common
parent '~..".' ~
9Th. By Lieut. J. G. Cabel of the R. L. D-Col John a
Meredith The abalawyer the sound statesman and the
teous geneinn equal to every trust hitherto condCd 10
him, he guthers new honors from every new field.
l0th BY Capt. Fall, Of the G. L. D.'rhc Union Our
fathers felt its necessity, feel its efficacy let transmit
| it to posterity.
18th. BY Lieut. R. Q. Haskins of the R. L. D-John Mar
shall: Rome would have built him temple Virginia has
18th BY Surgeon D. c. Winfrec of the c. L. D-Ihe Pre-
sdent Of the United States So wisely she conducting the
Ship State that scarcely arppe is to be the
18Th. BY Lieut.. c. w. Macmurdo of the R. L. D.The
memory OF General Zachary Tor: the laures that
circle the vicor's brow, flourish immortal amidst the cy
! press of the Tomb.
l4,h BY Lieut. j. D. LYLE Of the c. L. D.-Frecdom, hon
esty and Independence These three heart and hand dwell
18th BY Surgeon C. B. Gibson of the R. L. D-The Viz
glnia State Guard: We can always rely their efficient
| vices times of trouble.
Lieut. Gay of the Guard responded this toast by Civ
ing ano'her but it was not written out, and We
member it.
10th BY Lieut.. Hancock, of the c. t. D-The Richmond
and Chesterfield Light Dragons: May they be the Scyla
and ChaIy bds 10 tyranny's men OF war
l7ih. BY Orderly Sergt George of the K. L. D.-The
Constitution and the Union: The enforcement Of The one
| is essential to the preservation of the other.
18th. By John F. Lay Of the r. L. D.-A last efinr TO
draw BALL The Chesterfield Light Dragons with always
ball in front, they will know what it is to receive
10Th By James H. Moody of The c. L. D-The names Of
Washington aud Lafayette Pronounced with in
both hemsphees, they have become the warchwords of
| forever, the brightest symb"ls of humanity
| Goth. BY r. W. Hancock of the K. L. D.-Virginia
Come what NAV, every others will be her
Isle Se,nper Iyranns
2lst Bv H. Darlington Watkins Of the C. L. D-The
day celebrates Like the friends who surround u.s. the oft
ener the better liked.
22d By Scret r. r. Duva of the r. L. D.-The South
and the Institutions Of the South; Those whom Nature
and Natures God hath joined together let put asun
der.
2h. BY VIM. NJ Branch of the c. L. D.-The Ladies of
Richmond: The precious jewels of country may they
sparkle through time, and be re-knded 10 eternity.
24ih. By Surgeon C.. g. Gibson of the X. L. D.-The
Surgeon OF the Ches,e Id Light Dragons: May his prac
tice extend every where, but among his troop
25th. BY Lieut. Lyle of the c. l. D.
Wonan in thy beauty's power,
Thrice lovely hen know thai thou CAM
To duty's path, and tread II with smile
26th BY John F. Wren II. NJ r. L. D.-Capt. Benjamin
Sheppard and captains and capital May The
military spirit of the old descend TO the younger
manders.
9th BY A. w Trabuc of the c. L. D.-The Richmond
Troop: Composed OF soldiers and gentlemen
2Sth BY Peyton Johnston Of the R. L. D.The First Re-
giment Of Virginia Volunteers BY the aid OF sound mill