The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-07-31
For ae Haasd IF Freedom.
Fourth Of July Celebration al Lebanon
Irn.xnx Inlr 6lh- 1885


few words in regard to the celebration at
Lebanon, on the Little Usage.
Lebanon is one of the live towns OF
Kansas. Il is pleasantly situated on the
left bank of the Little Usage. about ten
miles directly south of Moneka, and in
the midst of rich. and now quite popu-
lous district. The town site was located
by LEsTFB RAY, and on the tenth of
March. E S. TAYLOR commenced survey
Ing and running out the lots. The town
now numbers two hundred inhabitants,
aud is making many valuable and per-
manent Improvements, among which are
good steam sawmin, one large dry goods
store, a grocery and provision store, two
churches, and a large hotel. There is
great demand for carpenters and all kinds
of mechanics.
Liberal inducements are offered to all
who wish to invest and realize a large
profit therefrom. Every thing is now
quietin this vicinity. The disturbers of
the public peace, who formerly resided in
our midst, have generally disappeared,
and gone to parts unknown. Quiet being
restored, business seems to move more
prosperously than ever, and never was the
anniversary of American Independence
looked forward to and attended with
greater interest than on the present occa-
sion.
On Friday, the second instant, we at
tended cotillion party at Liberty Hall,
Moneka. The company numbered about
thirty couple, besides a great number of
spectators. Ali present seemed to take
quite an interest in the affair and every
hing moved on in peace aud harmony.
About eleven O'Clock, we marched down
TO Moneka Hall to partake of refresh
ments. The supper was furnished by G
E. DENIsoS. Everything was in very good
style, and gave perfect satisfaction to all.
On Saturday, the third, we attended
the picnic at Mound City, and pick it was
in good earnest. Dr. DANFoRD delivered
an oration, and was greatly applauded by
all. He is said to be the most able speak
er in Kansas. The singing was nothing
TO boast of.
Then we marched up to the dinner
ground. We found Capt COVERS, with
his company, paraded on both sides of the
table 20 keep order. The next aspect pre-
sented was log heap on fire, and over
thai, suspended on poles, was the roasted
OK. He was then taken down, carved,
and supplied the table bountifully with
beef. mutton, pork and veal, all from one
a. Capt Covers company, of course,
kept good order until the word was Civ
en- to 'pitch In" then oh, how the OK had
to suffer. Look up the hill which way
you woald, you could see beef climbing
for the brush. Disorder prevailed gener-
ally throughout the day.
On Monday, the 5tb, onr celebration at
Lebanon was more generally attended,
and better feeling was manifested through
out the entire day, than on any other occa-
sion ever yet reported in Southern Kansas
The procession was formed in town,
and marched 10 the north side of the riv-
er, where suitable grounds had been Sc
lected. and all necessary preparations
made for the occasion. DR. DANFoRD de-
livered the oration.
Several other speakers were also pres
ent aud addressed the audience, among
whom was Capt. MONTGOMERY.
The ladies of Lebanon presented the
Captain with nice suit of clothes, which
cost about $4,000, in consideration of his
kind protection through the past troubles
The dinner table was nicely arranged
and bountifuily supplied with all the
danties Kansas affords. In the evening
we attended social and cotillion party
at the II all of Mr.. RAY. The evening
was very warm and the company large,
numbering about fifty couple. We took
supper at the house of b. HOPKINS.
There we found everything in perfect or
der. Mrs j. B. HOPKINS has the comp
liments of all the company for her skill
in the culinary department.
We were favored with music by RAY
& LYMANs Band, of Lebanon, which is
now the largest and most noted band in
Southern Kansas. The party broke up
about sunrise, when all separated aud
started for their homes, with as good feel
ing as when they first entered the ball
room.
Before closing my letter, would state
to the public aud travelling community
generally, that the town of Lebanon bids
fair to rival many of her sister towns both
in beauty and prosperity. Good prairie
claims can be had near the town site, aud
you will please bear in mind that the
Usage Valley is termed by all who visit
it. ..the garden of Kansas" As am now
about leaving Kansas for the present, !
would wish my friends much peace and
prosperity. Yours, very respectfully.
CORRESPONDENT.
cleTking a, the West
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