The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1854-08-31
rxCURSION TO PORTsMOUTm,

EXCURSION TO POkISMOUThs
1t was our good fortune to accompany u very large
number Of our citizens, Friday Of last week, on an
Excursion to Portsmouth, upon the S. Il. II. V. X.
Road. The Cars were at q very early hour, filled
with passengers, consisting Of the old and young,
the scdate and and merry, all Of whom, seemed de.
termined to enjoy the ride, by throwing aside all
thoughts Of business, sorrows and difficulties, and
take upon themselves the robe Of happiness and plea
sure The shrill whistle of "Old Betsy" was soon
heard to sound, the bell was rang and we were upon
our outward bound and in short time out of sight
Of our busy little town. Fields, woods, towns and
ell familiar scenes, were passed with rapid speed
Each face beaming with brightest smiles of joy, and
mth and happiness seemed to be the presiding ruler
Of each heart On We sped our way, and without
the slightest incident to break in upon the pleasures
of the company, we, arrived about 10 o'clock, A, NJ
at our destination, where there were large number
of the good citizens Of the River City in waiting to
receive us.
After many how -dodOos and congratulations, the
company were escorted TO the different Hotels aud
pINdtC ItelubnIuo VI llltuu0 anu lNldblOho' Nv
doors Of the Omitted States Hotel were found thrown
wide open, and our Host, Col. 7. j. Graham, that
ever ready ever willing, and King Of Landlords
was found with eItened hand to welcome bis guests
Maj. Downey, the accommodating Clerk who was
found at bis post doing grace in his pretticst style
Informed us that the board would soon be spread
which was found to be teeming with all tie luxulies
Oi the market and seldom TO be had in Western llo.
tells 1t was "Resolved That Col 4. J. Graham
accept the thanks Of bis guests for the ample prcpa
rations made on this occasion, for their reception.
The Franklin House, Mr. Montgomery, Prophet
or was found to be in readiness and that we'll know
trait Of friend Montgomerys. knowing how t
please" was acted out to the letter. His guests ties
t'fy to the sumptuous preparations made for this oc
ca:ion all Of whom we're highly pleased at their re
ception, and good treatment, at this old and vel
established Hotel.
We had the pleasure Of meeting some Of tho fra
teruity, Mr. Gro W. NELsoN of the Dispatch an
Inquirer; Mr.. S. p DRAKE Of the Republican al,
the MessrB. M'FARLAND, Of the Tribune all Of whom
appeared in smiling good humor May they eacI
reach the acme Of independence, that the world ma
know them no longer to bo Poor prnteD" aud ma,
their patrons ever welcome the Press,
"Yes, welcome the Press chosen guardian Of freedom
Strong sword arm Of Justice bright sunbeam Of truth
We pledge to ourald Hnd thou hast but to need them
The strength OF our manhood, the fire OF our youth.
Many friends were called upon, and every man o
kpginasa hasidas oil tlat vVore 10, Ln gcau auI tt
ladies tOO God bless them, seemed to patake Of tn
pleasures Of the day, and JOY aud mirth rode victo
rious over all other feelings Dinner over. the orde
Of the day was announced, and in conformity wit
the same some four Or five hundred persons met a
tho Railroad Depot where, there was prepared boun
tful supply Of Ice, cakes, conirctioGcries, melons
apples, peaches etc. Al the merry strains Of th,
Violin, by oir young townsman, H. II Osborn, til,
"YOung Folks at Home" with sylph.likc motions
marked each call in Cotion, aud turn Of tho maze.
like waltz, and
merry wsbtOn the dance"
After regaling themselves, our company at thc
sound Of tbe bell, were again comfortably seated in
the Cars, aud after many good byes, adieus, with
promises oI many return visits, voice from "Old
Betsy gave us notice that we must bo AL aboard
Being fairly upon our homeward. bound We left our
friends, with double assurance that our visit was
made pleasant and agreeable, Accompanying us in
escort short distance on the way were company
Of young ladies and gentlemen who entertained the
party with several beautiful pieces Of vocal music,
and parted not until The meeting Of the return train.
With Lightning speed we glided over space aud with.
out incident or accident TO mar the pleasures Of the
day, we arrived safely at our happy homes, fully
and amply gratiiied with tho Excursion to Ports
mouth"
The Railroad Company will accept the undivided
compliments Of the ErcurtonIts, for this proof o
their endeavoB to render every convenience and
good feeling towards our citizens. Mr., II, G. Lod
wick, the Conductor will accept the thanks of boil
the ladies and gentlemen Of the party for his untir
ing efforts to render thsh tip one Of pleasureund com
fet.