New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1856-12-04
Ueh Orl&ans 9aiLg Crescent.
THURSDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 4, 1856.
The Dinner to Mr.. Race.


Esq, the Grand Sire elect Of the Grand Lodge of the
United States, was one of the most splendid compli
ments paid to private citizen in New Orleans.
The dinner was given in the ladies' ordinary at the
ST. Charles Hotel and all the resources of that spen
did establishment were called into requisition the
occasion. Messrs. Hall & Hildreth have no less rea-
to felictate themselves upon the manner in which
they acquitted themselves Of their trust, than the
Order have upon the amer in which their design
accomplished. The lateness Of the hour precudes
the possibility Of our giving the extended report
would like to give in justice to the occasion, and
must necessarily be brief. 1t is enough to say by
way of preface, that the ordinary was beautifully
fitted up for the occasion, and that the tables were
garnished with floral and other appropriate orna-
ments and repenished course after course, with the
choicest delicaces Of the markets. served up in the
! perfection Of the gastronomic art.
At little after o'clock the ordinary was thrown
open, and the members Of the Order giving the din
marched in and took their seats along the tables
| the NJ. W. G. Master of the State, Geo W. Shaw,
ESQ., taking the head of the table, with the guests Of
the evening on his right, fanked by D. g. NJ. Edward
Pilsbury and P. G. NJ. Geo. Hillman. After q bene-
diction by P. G. NJ Dnnlap, the good things dis
cussed and dispatched with the leisure and genality
natural to the OCCASION and at the close the cloth
removed First in order came the regular toasts of
the evening. They were read by the Grand Secre-
ary and responded to in the following order air
| from Lehmann's excellent brass band which had
been engaged for the occasion, following each toast
and response
The Grand Loye Of tie United Stats-Dsuied in its de-
eTaon conservative in its character commands the
and admiration of the Order
P. 6. NJ Stetson, being called upon, responded to
this toast. After gracefully acknowledging the com
pmcnt, he said in substance that the sentiment just
uttered expressed briefly and pertincny an important
truth. The Grand Lodge Of the United States, he
said is not surpassed by any delberative assembly in
| its dignfed department and observance of parlia-
mentary courtesy in debate, nor is its conservative
character less remarkable. It is focal point from
which radiates an Influence that is felt from Maine to
California and from the Gulf Of ST. Lawrencet to the
Rio Grande an influence not of party or sectional
character but Of that fraternal feeling which binds
| man to his fellow and gives common interest to the
whole. The binding together of the entire Union in
common sentiment is its object and the Bringing to-
gether ofts most remote parts the result fits annual
sessions. Those who under other circumstances would
never have met, are brought together preudices
removed and kndlier feelings cultivated. This applies
only to the immediate interests and prosperity Of
the Order but to the best interests of the country at
large. The social intercourse of the members the
| friendships that are formed, are remembered when
each returns to his home have controlling influence
on the popular mind, and must tend to soften down
the asperties Of party exctcments and sectional di-
visions. The speaker concluded with an eloquent
tribute to the beauty of rle workings Of the Grand
Lodge in reference to the different jurisdictions un-
der its control.
.. The Oro"r in Lorsana--Not numerous but
NJ W. G. Master Shaw responded to this toast in a
handsome and felicitous manner.
g. Oar Sister J'ui$di-tioHsuf us and with May they
know line bHt that Of rrcti;ade SECTION North soah Eas
or West.
p. G. Master Hillman responded to this briefly, but
in most tervid and patriotic tone.
J. HiHan. ENiSoa-Our NJ W. Grand Sire; long associated
with Grand Lodge and occupying important positions h
ilve but added his well deserved reputation
This was responded to in handsome style by 2. G
Master Dunlap.
5. LG, Gp.f-7he IT, IT, Gf1nd Sire Etct-A noble specimen
the Odd Fellow, appreciated by those who know
him best. His elevation the highest Office in the Order
of qualification his Jurisdiction, and in lonorng
him feel that we have teen lonored.
This, matter OF course, brought to his feet the
guest of the evening" Mr. Race, the Grand Sire eject
He acknowledged briefly, but eloquently, the honol
paid him. and said that he was proud to accept it, a:
manifestation of gratitude Oh the part of the Order
in Louisiana for the compliment that had been pait
their jurisdiction by the Order abroad in bestowine
upon one OF its members the highest Office in the gf
Of the Order He offered in conclusion the following
sentiment
Ola F1nhip-Onc Of the noblesi OF ali modern charita
ble associations may spread n;il al the knowl
edge Of and put i'll practice its sublime prccer and
he found in its front rank boring for the relie
suffering humanity and for the amcoat:on Of the condition
Of
s. The Past Gf,' siresExampes of the teachings of on
Order they have done much to the bond
unon and have retired from their high positions with honor
themselves and honor to tle fraternity.
P. &. Gardner Smith responded to this toast in al
; appropriate manner
:. C,untryTlle home Of iecmcn, the birth ,lace
liberty. Il must he preserved
P. G. Master James Stockton responded to this tcast
in a blended vein Of patriotism and humor that wa
appauded to the echo
S. The F",1ers Of tie Ef1o-May their memory 'c chez
e and their patriotic devotion enuatrd by every friend
! civil and religious liberty.
This was responded to very appropriately by Cap
Labuzan, Of the Continental Guards, he being unan
: mously called upon. He paid an eloquent tribute t
the heroes Of the Revolution, stating that when the
struck down the oppressor and gave liberty to tn
colonies, they not only secured for lis the poca
rights which We now enjoy, but thousand othe
moral blessings which, although they may never az
pear to be not necessarily connected with the forms
government, are yet indeed most harmonious wit
free political institutions, and flourish best upon
republican soil The Captain concluded by instancin
the numerous charitable and religious association
throughout the country for relieving the distressed
as proof of the bond Of brotherhood and synpath
that has been fostered by Or free institutions.
Q. Or May extended strengthen he
cords, csce strengthen her stakes and c abundance
the labor OF her citizens.
D. G. NJ. Edward Pillsbury made Il brief and happ
, reply to this toast.
IL TIE PrrsWhen devoted 10 truth and right the buwar
. o: freedom when perverted, unnIisated evil.
!. Col. Lunlsden, Of the Picayune, and J. 0. NiXol
Esq, Of the Crescent, being simultaneously calle
upon for response to the above, the Colonel nsstc
upon giving precedence to MI Nixon, and the latt'
made few remarks pertinent to the toast. When
C corclndcd, Col. Lumsden again called upon, III
Is acknowledged the call in his happiest manner.
Z. IL. Tie utspaie Fa'.T3iv-Brelren If nunle
II lorcrs will: the great work relieving the
in protecting lie widow and the ORPHAN AMI tcrau the
| character Of man.
Samuel G. Risk, Esq, Grand Secretary Of the NJ
sonic Order, responded to the above in a mann
n which aroused the oudest enthusiasm of all prese1
I'd He closed with Il sentiment complimentary to t.
It" Order Of Odd Fellows.
u Ho1tAn-ne;r all the relations q life. We
l-it 10 honor We md hIr