The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1859-07-06
WEDNESDAY, JULY 6, 1859
LOCAL MATTERS.

uAo.e geuerally or moro appropriately cela-
prafed, In this city, than on Monday last. The
weather was as charming As heart could wish
-neither too hot nor too cool-and every
ming wore q most inviting appearance
throughout the day the sun was bright
and unclouded, and the air was sufficiently
cool to make It's rays exceedingly desira-
bic. Apart from the usual military pa
rade, several Of tlis Sunday Schools made ex.
cursions, by railroads and otherwise, to the
country, and scores and hundreds Of our citi- =
tens sought rural retreats at which TO celebrate
The anniversary OF American Independence in
their own way. Indeed, SO numerous were
ths excursions, end so varied the manner Of
celebration. that we shall be compelled to refer
20 them all briefly, and WILL therefore, COM
mence with the
FIRST REGIMENT.
At day break, gun was fired by the Fayetts
Aruiiery, On Capitol Square, arousing many
u our citizens from their quiet slumbers and
announcing to them the advent Of the eighty
thlrd anniversary of the independence of the
United States. At sunrise, thirteen guns were
Hred, and those who had not previously been
awakened opened their eyes TO listen to this
salute, fired in accordance with time hon
bred custom, TO celebrate the morning of the
country's birthday. Flags were hoisted on
most of the public buildings and across Main
street. and the vessels in the harbor Were gay
with streameTs. The rain of the previous day
had laid the dust, and the trees and shrubbery
presented n bright, fresh and healthy appear
ance, altogether unusual in midsummer. BY
O'Clock Capitol Square was literally filled
with persons, male and female, old and young,
md about the same hour the State Guard en-
tered, with the stirring music of the Armory
Band and then other companies of the First
Regiment, (Col. August,) in good numbers,
came upon the ground, and occupied their ac-
customed places in the line.
The Blues were absent at their rencampmsnt,
and this circums tancs, while pleasant TO them
selves and their guests, drew many express
sions of regret from the multitude.
After the usual inspection, the regiment
marched up Broad street some distance, and
returned about II o'clock.
The firing Of musketry then commenced,
and was kept up with great animation until
near u. Opinions differ essentially with re-
gard to the merits of this practice. The State
Guard fired with much skill. The Greys
sometimes fired with exceeding accuracy, and
we thought the palm would be awarded TO
them. Capt. Clopton's company, the Rocky
Ridge Rifles, however, fired every round with
out the slightest variation, and therefore we
must give them the credit of the best practice
On the occasion.
The Montgomery Guard, Capt Moore ap-
peared in their new grey uniform, and in large
numbers, making n very handsome appear
ance. We admired the style OF their cap, with
grey bacd encircling it, more than the old
grey uniform style The Montgomery Guard
will make fine figure in the regiment.
The Rocky Ridge Rifles, we are happy to
say, have abolished the Hungarian hat and
plume, and adopted neat cap and pompon,
which greatly improves theirappearance. The
company will probably be entitled TO the posi-
ton of grenadiers, if they apply for it, the
stalwart height of the men being sufficient TO
secure for them this distinction.
The Greys Captain ElliotD turned ont be-
tween sixty and seventh and we never saw
them drill better. After the regiment was dis
missed, the corps gave the multitude n fine ex-
hibition of their Skill, although we heard some
Of the men say that the Captain ought TO have
allowed them time to worship briefly at the
hrfn of ion ia
that the Captain was right; because his de-
termination to perfect his men III all the move
ments of the soldier, before going TO New
York. is nflexible.
fine appearance, as they always do, and fired
with remarkable accuracy.
The Fayette Artillery did not parade, but
fired the usual salntes, detachments of thai
body being on service the greater portion OF
the day.
The 'sVirginia Rifles" Capt. Muller parad-
ed 81 strong, being within five of tlleir entire
number. After the regimental parade, they
repaired 10 kraus' Garden, situated at tlie
northern extremity of 4th street, where was
"lager,n lemonade, &c, to Quench the thirst
and refresh the inner man.
At2b o'clock. the company, with a few in.
yited guests sat down to an excellent dinner
served in good style by the worthy host, Mr.
kraus to which it is needless 10 say full jus.
tice was done, and when all were satisfied, the
cloth was removed and the Declaration OF In.
dependence read by Ensign Lyneman, who
also, after the reading, delivered an appropri.
ate address. There were no regular toast
drank. Surgeon Bricken, in response 10 a call
made a few remarks, and gave the following
The day we celebrate-One ever dear TO the
hearts and memories of all lovers of freedom
and national independence.
The health of Capt Muller was then pro-
posed and drank amid cheers. Capt.M. re.
sponded in a few remarks. returning hit
thanks.
Lieut. Spott then proposed the health of the
invited guests which was responded TO by Il
w. Allen Esq, formerly of the Continental
Guard Of this city, who gave:
The Virginia Rihes-The early and warm
friends OF the Continental Guard, good sol.
diprs, and good citizens.
BY Lieutenant Lohman-The 1st Regiment
of Virginia Nolunteers-The pride of our city
and honor TO the State-her shield in danger
Responded to by Surgeon Bricken, who gave
Our National Independence, bought ant
hallowed by the blood Of the patriots of 10
Should the time again come that tried mem
souls,' The Virginia Rifles viii not he fount
wanting, but viii initiate the glorious deeds 0
those gallant old heroes!
BY Ensign -Firgnia-Ever true Il
the Constitution and the Union, the protec to-
of the rights and liberties SO nobiy achieved
by the patriots of i7G.
by Corporal Gronwald-George Washing
ton-A nation gave him birth: the world claims
him rs q patriot.
BY Sergeant Hebring-Our great and glo
rious Unon-Palsied BE the hand that wouit
separate one link that binds it together.
BY Quarterlnaster Eassel-The health ant
prosperity of our absent friends.
To this toast Surgeon Bricken responded
regretting. ut the same time that he had no
spoken of absent friends sooner In eonclu
sion, he gave:
"The Washington German Yagers-Thougl
not present 10 view, they are en-
shrined in the hearts, embalmed i'll the mem
ories of the Virginia Rifles. The festivltie:
here closed, and in a short time the order tt
"fail in," was given by Captain Muller, wht
marched the company 10 an adjoining field
where they went through an excellent drill
sham battle, DC. They then marched to thu
city, fired a salute upon the Square, and dis
missed
The Montgomery Guard, which turned on
strongly in their new uniform, and made
splendid appearance took dinner al Stein
leins. Speeches were mace by Col. r. M. MIN
mo. Capt VIM. Munford, VIM. r. Watson ant
VIM. G. Paine. in response TO toasts, and ;
number of fine songs We're sung. Before din.
ner, the company had their annual targe
practice and the medal was won by private
Mccarthy. The following regular toasts were
drunk:
/. The 4th ofJulv. 177G-The great Declaration
was filed on that day in the Of the People
versus Tyranny; after laundering speeches
much sharp and cutting repartee. Verdict tol
the plaintiff.
2. The Memory of the Heroes and Statesmen
of the Revolution.
Green may it ever be,
70 preserve us great and free.
3. The Memory of Washington.
4. The Army and Navy of the United States
5. The President of the United States.
q. The tInion-The offspringo of compromise
Oh citizens, learn TO bear and forbear.
z. The Railroads of the United Stares-Tht
national gridiron. on which traitors TO the
Union are to be cooked, for the imps of Satan
g. The Constitution of the United States
Dishonor its cheeks and its balances cannot be
preserved.
o. Wire-workers, Hotspurs, Fanatics, Dema.
gogues and mere Politicians--UIcere on the
body polite. Remedy: a plaster OF ostracism
by DR.. Peoples.
III. Ireland--Oppressed and degraded by evil
lar;Sl To- fiop The ayidanca her pponlsa abroad