The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1857-11-29

on without alloy. .
In our necessarily hurried notice we may omit the
mention of some things that il would be gratfyngto
us to notice more at length but we may repeat az
successful demonstration of friendly relations,
nothing could have been more complete or more sa-
tisfactory.
1t is matter OF impossibilty to publish the names
of all who were at the entertainment. Some four or
five hundred cards were sent out and rs IN some
cases whole families were invited with single CARDS.
at least judging from the crowded state OF the ball
and supper rooms, six hundred persons were pre-
sent.
Prrxnable, at Plymouth, 10 tho Onicers OF
[From the Plymouth and Davenport Journal, Nov 81
farewell banquet was given on Saturday, 3lst
of October, to Captain Hudson and the officers OF
the United States frgate Niagara, by Capt Houston
Stewart, C.B., and the officers OF the flagship I'm
pregnable as mark of respect for the courtesy and
gentlemanly bearing which have been exhibited by
the former during their stay at this port, and as an
interchange of good fellowship between the gallant
representatives of the naval service of the two ma
tons. In order to show due honor to the guests and
to give more than ordinary interest to the OCCASION
the fine old ship was gaily decorated The starboard
accommodation ladder was covered with flags and
the rail with laures, while over the entrance port
device was erected OF the British crown, underneath
which was the word welcome both being lighted
up with variegated lamps. Immediately within
the entrance port the main hatchway was screened
by the American flag, in front Of which was
emblazoned the name OF the President buchanan"
surrounded by laurels, together with star lighted
up with varegated lamps. The passage and the ladders
leading to the upper and quarter decks were profuse-
ly ornamented with the British and American flags,
while somewhat primitive but tastesful chandelier.
constructed by some ingenious hand, with the AID or
two three hoops and some colored paper, couple
of dozen of Palmers composite candles being in the
sockets of as many bay0nets, served to light the lad
der to the main deck. Over the fore part OF the
poop and the whole of the quarter deck an awning
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stars and stripes of the American flag, the sides,
from the awning to the buwarks being composed OF
the standards of other nations, hung in graceful fes
toons. In the centre poop staunchion was q most
tasteful group of three boat ensgns Engligh one
of the white squadron, with an American on each
side while on the top of the poop rail was neatly
carved crown and cushion Rows of variegated
lamps hung from the rails, and the effect ofthe whole
was exceedingly pleasing. As soon as it was dark
all the varegated lamps within and without the ship
were lighted while two lanterns illuminated each of
the ports on the starboard side, producing very
pretty effect, and making the ship very beautiful
object as seen from the shore.
guard of honor of the royal marines light in
fantry and the ships band were stationed on the
poop, while Com. Palmer and the other officers of
the ship assembled on the quarter deck, except Capt
Stewart, who was at the entry port to receive the
guests. Vice Admiral Sir Darlington Reynolds n.
c. b. arrived on board at O'clock and was received
with the customary honors due his rank. In few
minutes after the Port Admirals arrival, Capt. Hud
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and were conducted to the quarter deck by Capt.
Stewart, where the whole of the officers uncovered
the marines saluted and the band played few bars
of L" Hail Columbia while number OF the ships
crew. who were stationed in the waist and on the
fore yard with blue lights, at once showed in full
relief the blue and gold uniform of the officers,
slightly varied by the scarlet coats OF the royal ma
rines. Among the visiters from the Niagara, were
Capt. Hudson, Com Pennock, Lieuts Guest, Whiting,
Macauley, Boyd (marines) Drs. LYMAN and Washing
ton, and Purser Eldridge; from the Agamemnon were
Master Commander Noddall, Mr.. billiard Lieut.. Gra-
ham, r. NJ, Dr. Kerr and Mr.. Rolstone. The
whole party accompanied Capt. Stewart from the
quarterback TO the elegantly furnished chief cabin.
Very shortly afterwards the band played" The Roast
Beef of Old England" when Capt. Stewart took his
seat in the centre one side, having Capt. Hudson
on his right, and Sir harrington Reynolds on his iet,
while Commander Palmer faced him, with the Com
mander Of the Niagara on his right, and the Second
Lieut. Of the Niagara on his left
During dinner the excellent band OF the ship
played, in most credtable style. various pieces of
music.
After the removal of the cloth.
Capt. STEWART, In proposing the health Of her
Majesty said II was source OF much grathcalon To
him in having to propose her Majesty health ON this
OCCASION when there were present gentlemen who,
though belonging to another nation were yet OF the
same race, possessing the same AngloSaxon blood,
and speaking the same language. Tie was sure there
would be found much respect and admiration for
the Queen among them, a. among those who were
her subjects. (Hear, hear, and cheers.)
The toast was drank outstanding and with cheer.
Band-"6od save the Queen"
Captain STEWART rose TO propose the health Of the
President of the United States. That individual
held high position among the potentatcs OF the
world called on TO preside over the destinies OF
mighty nation. he was freely elected by the people,
and wnen placed at the head Of the nation he step
ped from the ranks of the people. tCheers). The
warmest interest in the prosperity OF America was.
and must be felt by the people OF England. and
though divided by the great Atlantic ocean and dts
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be bTidged over, and in the attempt 10 carry out
that line OF closer connection bnth nations had
daily Joined there efforts. The great aim and object
Of both countries were in many respects the sane:
each striving for the promotion OF the interests ot
peace of commerce, and Of science, Of civilization
and the extension of the Christian religion. (Hear.
hear. and cheers). The English people could not
fail to remember that the Americans were the direct
descendants of England, and that they were there.
fore really brethren. There was something bcau,i.
fully touching To the feelings Of the English
people when they considered that the Youngest
children In America were first taught 10 speak IN
the same language as their own. As brethren
they must be for ever, and the union between Eng
land and America. In peaceful relation to each other
il was deyoutly ~ be hoped would never be broken
by any circumstances which the progress OF Times
iron hand might bring about. Whatever may be said
10 the contrary, England has no jealousy of America
Fill that mighty continent-we know that il will he
filed with noble hearted men and angelic women
railway the painless prairie-lcvel the primgya fo
Te-'@-brugs tnt etdA WIN SleAi0trS-aINU nlotlflU
the Christian religion to the isles oarths remo;est
bounds-spread, increase and prosper-Englaud will
rejoice. Your greatness your industry, your civiliz
ing power. will be reflected back upon ~. England
can have jealousy of America. Much Of our story
amidst much that l. humiliating. painful and wrong
much saw Of oar story viii stir the hearts ot future
fieemen and gladden. the minds Of the philanthropist
the legist and the sage. Even now the world views
with admiration that gallant band who on midas
burning plain stemming the torrent OF rebellion
America wecps for the widow and the orphan; Amc
rca nouns for those who have fallen IN such q
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Non,arbc tell. their deeds OF arms.
10 scuirheun = cr their bier.
Thor graves unmarked Their monument
A comrades kindly tear.
Bu Britain mast her aurel crown
shall wrcaihs ~ sypcss twine
Aud grateful place them, ever green.
On memory holy shrine.
But. gentlemen. our proudest title TO the admiration
~ pos,crity that Nv which we hope to be most go.
riouay distinguished among the nations who have
run their course through time u that America sprung
from ~ and therefore. her greatness. her virtues