Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1855-12-19
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THr AxosKEAas AT Mourn vERNoS,- On their
arrival at Alexandria yesterday, on their way to
Mount Vernon, the Amoskeag Veterans were
greeted by an immense crowd of the people Of
that city. They thence proceeded to Fort WASH
ington, where they spent half an hour very agree
ably.
On landing at Mount Vernon the battalion
formed in line and marched by the tomb of WASH
ington with heads uncovered. INV w ,9&
Colonel Potter then addressed his battalion, and
in his remarks alluded to the privilege of being
permitted to gaze upon the place where rests the
remains of him who was !" first in war, first in
peace, and first In the hearts Of his countrymen "
He dwelt upon his virtues, and remarked that he
knew "no North, no South, no East, no Vest
George w. r. Gusts was then introduced to
the Veterans, by Colonel Potter In the course
Of his remarks he said no man would 20 from this
place without being better man, soldier and a
patriot, 4ss ss
He then referred to the battles Of Lexin gton,
Concord, Charlestown, and said that all the honor
belonged to New England. In tho course of his
remarks he related many pleasing anecdotes, and
was listened TO with deep attention, s
The company then visited the house of Wash.
ington and registered their names. After which
they partook Off collation., and then examined the
grounds, each individual obtaining sprig of ever
green or some other mement0 OF the sacred place.
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about r. NJ, and marched through the Avenue
TO the United States Hotel, at double-quick time
each member being protected from the night air
by warm grey shawl WA
At 5 o'clock the Veterans proceeded to the ball
at Carusis Saloon given in their honor by the cit
zens of Washington.
On their arrival the grand ball was opened, the
Veterans forming line around the room. They
were welcomed by COL Hickey, who introduced
Mr.. Gusts, who acknowledged the compliment in
patriotic and effective speech. He was followed
by Col. Potter on the part of the Veterans, who
referred in a most appropriate and feeling manner
to the generous hospitality and sincere kindness
that had everywhere encountered them. Fl
He especially attended to the pen-hearted Bal
timoreans, with whom the whole corps was instant
ly at home upon their arrival in that city and now
they had to rejoice in the warm hearts and lively
esteem of their Washingtonian brethren, having
experienced nothing but uniform kindness in the
sunny South. II
All united with Col. Potter in the sentiments he
expressed, and they reoiced in the conviction the
trip had afforded them, that one hour of union knit
US all together, union nseparable now and for
ever.
and was received with enthusiasm by his New
Hampshire friends.
The ball was very fully attended, and all went
merry as a marriage bell"
The Veterans will be entertained by the Presi-
dent, socially, this afternoon-having declined an
invitation to dine with him.
LECTURE ON RUssIA.--An e1iled Russian Prince
will deliver lecture tomorrow evening at Carusi's
Saloon on the subject of Russia, in connexion
with the Eastern war"
Prince Howra was exiled from Russia during the
reign Of Nicholas and has spent many years in
France and England. He is well known as the
author of several valuable works in French, Eng
lish, and German; list of which will be found in
the advertisement of his lecture He is an accom-.
plshsd lnguist and scholar OF varied attain
ments HIS nom de plume is Ivan Goliovin, by
which no will doubtless be recognised by many Of
our readers.
A valuable lecture may be expected from the
Prince, who, We are assured, speaks English re.
markably well.
HAMLET, PRINCE or DENMARK.-At the National
Theatre tonight will be performed for the first
time this season that masterpiece of human pen.
us, that wonderful creation Of the immortal Shake
peare, the tragedy Of Hamlet
Mr.. Murdoch, the accomplished scholar and &C.
tor, will sustain the part of Hamlet with his we'll
known ability. He will be admirably supported by
Mr.. Bass, Mr.. Jefferson, Mrs. Jones' and the whole
strength Of the company. Polonius, very Diff
cult part, viii be excellenty performed, we know.
by Mr.. Bass, who was educated on the stage of the
Park Theatre, and was there regarded for many
years as at the head Of his profession.
Mr.. Murdoch has studied the part of Hamlet,
most carefully for ten years Tonight, therefore,
we have every reason to expect finished perform
ance OF rare merit.
The after piece win be the irresistbly funny play
Of the Village Lawyer, in which Mr. Jefferson will
appear.
The Amoskesg Veterans have been invited to
attend the Theatre this evening and will doubtless
be present in full uniform. #,
WINTERS DIoRAMAs.-There viii be an after
noon performance this day at p. NJ
There will also be the the usual evening perform
ance.
This exhibition invariably draws crowded houses,
composed OF the most respectable people in the
city.
YOU'VE LADIES' BENEVOLENT FArR.-Tbe Young
ladies' Of Miss Tyson's Seminary, and few Others,
are now engaged in holding Fair at Franklin
Hall corner Of Ninth and D streets for the benefit
of the suffering poor.
These young ladies, very few of whom have
passed the age Of sweet sixteen, have with most
commendable industry and selfsacriHcing spirit.
devoted their leisure moments during the last ak
months to the manufacturing of useful and fancy
articles be sold for the relief of their suffering
felow-citizens and it is to be hoped that the pub
lie win bestow liberal patronage on these iuye-
nile disciples OF Dorcas b.
PooR CASA singular fact has just been
brought to light in London in regard to gas