The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1852-11-19


passed through Nassau street the ether day, en-
route to their first annual target practice. The
company was commanded by Captain Mullen, and
preceded by Skeletons band. Their destination was
the River House, Harlem, whittier they were &C.
companied by large number Of friends. We have
seldom seen . corps of amateur soldiery in dner
drill or more handsomely appearing in every res
pect Arrived on the ground, as we learn from an
eve witness, the target practice Of the guard was
tiptop, tho bulls eye, and all the region round
about, showing that the Captain General Of Cuba,
at distance of fifty or even one hundred yards,
would stand poor sight before the muskets Of the
Slane Guard From the target field the Guards and
guests adjourned to feast After a good dinner,
prepared BY Colonel Leslie, had been disposed OF,
Mr. Slane referred to the increase OF the volunteer
force of this city, and said it gratifying to SEQ
the rising generation of young mon show, by i'm.
proving themselves in the art OF war, that they
were anxious to maintain and defend those institu-
lions which had been SO dearly purchased by their
forafatbers. Captain Mcdonald, of Jersey City, re-
marked. that although New Jersey might be little
behind New York in some things, yet in love for
our constitution and laws she was her equal, and
referred to the Hudson Brigade, commanded by
General Wright.
Mr. CHARLES MoDEvITT, in responding to the
"Press," Eaid:-
residence of over thirty years in Nassau street and
its imme diate vicinity enables me to ofer consratua
tions your being the representatives Of street more
renowned for its literary enterprise Its genius and nfiu
eIce, IMAM other in the Western hemisphere. In
your msrch this mig through that street you saw,
snd auted the great palladium of country strength
1.-The press In other street in the world you
find ten daily papers conducted by such galaxy OF Ia
lent in this The influence of Wall street With hr
moneyed power Is small indeed VII compared with that
which the press Yields every class Of citizens.
You have all undoubtedly read in late number of the
HERALD sketch of the lives and fortunes Of several
newspaper carriers twas proud and most gratifying
record and will bear extending TO various other classes
OF newspaper employees No set of men, or youths or
boys, of equal number surpass in all that merito
New York; might with safety have added-the girls.
give you instance of the good fortune of carrier
was employed on the Weekly Mirror he is worth
ten thousand dollars / have known him to make,
In one OF two days five hundred dollars. he was
faithful and punctual carrier and delivering between
two and three thou and papers weekly he got from his
patrons every New Years day about that amount Of dol
lars. But the press il only permanently powerful when
the side of truth and in defence of right will give
you instance, in illustration. Several ago in
the infancy Of the New York HERALD, a combination Of
contemporary city presses formed TO put that journal
down. That combination had wealth talent, and unity
of purpose The ground of its crusade by MAORI
ty Of the community believed to be unjust. Scarcely
journal, however came to the Of the HERALD.
But amepg those which did come to that for the
Mrora journal still living and in the full tide Of
perity. or all the papers that combined against the
HERALD--though that journal is nov prosperous and
powerful beyond parallel-scarcely faction exists
Here is proof that newspapers and all connected with
their fortunes must if they hope for permanent success
stand firm the side Of truth. justice. honor, and
right. Continue the snzation Of your Guard and
ia future life you will look back on the hours passed on
such occasions as this with the most manly
spent tor your future welfare we'll for tho sta
bity of the government of the great country which
owns you as her sons-and you will always resume your
usual avocations with refreshing knowledge that you
nov capable of sustaining its institutions and
Of adding to its renown.
The following companies passed our Office on We'd
nesday. The companies marched and looked well,
and judging from their well ridd!ed targets, con-
tanned some good marksmen =
The Liberty Guard Junior, Capt George Fit,
numbering about thirty rluskets. The company is
composed Of boys, and made fine display. They
were accompanied by Adkins band.
The Henly Guard, numbering fifty eight muskets,
Henry Carmsn Comd't yesterday went their second
annual target excursion to Peter Dodge Hotel Centre
vile j. where they spent pleasant time The prizes
seven in number were awarded with appropriate
marks, by Capt. w. NJ Hicks.
Rdwd. j sbsndley Guard numbering forty two mus.
kets paraded their first ANNUAL target excursion
Monday last.
The Clarke Light Guard Jr Capt J. q. Smith, COM
paDy Of boys of the Of twelve and fourteen years
ed for the following przes- First price silver cup to
John fitzgerald; second prize, gold pencil I. Murphy
tbrdprize silver pencil case Larder; fourth prize,
silver pencil u. Fitzgerald
The citizen military companies were out in
great force yesterday. Although the day was I'M
pleasant, they enjoyed themselves very much, and
nothir could exceed the order Of their march. We
The Independent Guard Captain A. H. Tyler
composed principally of young men from Washing
ton market, proceeded to Starts five mile house. on
their third annual excursion. They numbered fifty.
four muskets, and made an excellent appearance
Their target well riddlsd they shot for twelve
beautiful prizes. Before the company started they
presented Captain Tyler with splendid sword. for
his noble exertion in bringing the company to what
it is.
The Chadsey Guard, Capt. James McGrath, num-
Siytx lat M IaAo ol.o
for twelve prizes.
The Columbian Foundry Guard. Capt Joseph H.
prizes among their best marksmen. They were
accompanied by Dodworth's band
The Independent Hays Guard, Capt Thomas
Kennedy, attended by Wallace's Empire band wen.
to Motthaven.
The Star Engine Company No. 81 went on their
first annual target excursion to Staten Island. Ten
prizes were awarded to the best marksmen.
The Red Bird Volunteers, Capt Fields. passed
on Wednesday, accompanied by Sheltou's band.
They looked very well They numbered about thirty
muskets, and made good shooting.
Warren Life Guard, Capt. f. Baldwin, Of Brook
lyn, pas sed their return from their annual target
excursion. This company is composed Of fine set
Of men. They halted in front Of the HERALD Office
and their excellent band played q lively tune
Theatrical and Musical.
BowEny TnEATnE-Tbe new drama styled the Writ
ing the WALL enthusiastically reserved again
last evening by crowded house. 1t Is to be repeated
night with the excellent cast in conjunction with
the greatly admired piece Of the "Sedge Driver, in
which Mr. Eddy will sustain his favorite character OF
Ivan Deniof. Those who wish to enjoy good drama
tic entertainment, should visit tho Bowery this evening
BROADWAY TBEATnE.-The benefit OF the Misses Kate