Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1861-07-18
LOCAL INTELLIGENCE.
The Fourth at Wilmington.

prOpriatc exercises. Inc DAY was uShered in |
by the ringing of bells and national salute of |
thirty-four guns. At ten o'clock procession .
composed of nearly two thousand citizens of |
this and neshboring towns was formed at the
Village Hotel under the direction of L. Cor
ham, Jr., marshal of the day. The pioneer |
Guards composed Of thirty-four young men
with suitable badges, led the procession under
the marshaship of Kittredge IIaskins. Thirty
four young ladies, tastefully dressed and repre-
senting by emblcmatical badges the respective
loyal and rebellious States of the Union next
followed, conducted by ]. NJ. Tyler. Next
came the Wilmington Cornet Band, followed by
the President and other officers of the day, the
Orator of the occasion, invited guests, and cit-
zens generally. The procession marched to the
music of the Band 10 Cushman's grove, where
a rostrum had been erected for the exercises,
and seats prepared for the audience. s. 2.
Flagg, Esq, the President, introduced the ex-
ercises with a patriotic address in which he set
forth the blessings of a free Government, por-
trayed the evils of civil war, and expressed a
belief that the Constitution would be o.atain-
ed and the dignity and supremacy of the Gov
eminent indicated.
An earnest prayer was offered by Rev. o. S.
Morris. The declaration of Independence was
read by Chandler NJ. Russell in a creditable
manner. The Grafton by Rev. VIM. S. Balch,
of Ludlow, was production worthy of its dis
tinguished author. lie traced the spirit of In.
! 4 &. 10,
early Puritans, through their prosecutions in
he.mother country, their passage to America,
the perils of colonials times the Revolutionary
struggles, to the publication of the Declaration
of independence and the final establishment of
this American Republic. He believed the re-
suit of the present national struggles would be
a demonstration of the permanence of American
lnstitutons--a government, whose principles
are built up in the hearts of a liberty-loving
people, must be enduring. The Grafton was
able and eloquent throughout and had the ring
of true patriotism in it. This closed the exer-
cises at the grove which were suitably inter
spersed with music from the Band and the sing
ing of National Odes by the choir formed for
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and marched back to the village, where, in a
beautifully shaded yard, tables had been spread
and were furnished bountfully by Messrs Pet
tee G. Titus, our efficient Hotel proprietors who,
by the way, have style of doing such things
which is highly satisfactory to the inner man.
The material rcpost was followed by music,
toasts, speeches-rhe feast of reason and the
flow of SOUL
The following regular toasts were read by c.
n. Davenport, Esq, toast master, many of
which elected prompt and able speeches in re-
Spouse.
!. The Day are CeieJrdte,-Is last anniversary
dawned upon ournaton, when we were prosperous and
happy in the enjoyment Of the blessings Of liberty and
peace. To-day behold it rent with civil feudS; y with
those high in station plotting its overthrow
May its next anniversary behold the discordant
reunited, the angry elements subdued and those now
in rebellion against the government returned to their
allegiance " in their right mind sitting at the feet OF
liberty"
2. The Memory1 George Washington.
4. The President Of the LHited Statcs,-Constitu-
tionaly called to preside over the detnes of
tion,may his efforts to crush out rebellion and main
tain the Constitution and the Laws be sustained by all
good citizens and may the result demonstrate that
our government is not failure, but that the patriotism
Of the people renders it impregnablc against "loes
| without and foes Within"
4. The american Fiag-To-duy it floats maiesti-
ca y from national capitol ever the assembled
wisdom OF the nation. May the time come,
whcn unfurle from the ramparts Of Fort Sumter, with
mot n stripe arased, or star obscured,' it may be
hailed with enthusiastic joy by reunited people.
8. The Constitution and the LniOn,-1hc the
Magma Charter Of American freedom, the other the in
dissolube covenant uniting sovereign states for the
better enjoyment Of that freedom. May no Vermont
er's voice ever be raised to dispaage the one or his
arm be lifted to destroy the other.
6. The Signers Of de Declaration Of Independence,
Bold the choice they may made between sub
mission and the sword. The experience of three
fourths of century has proved the wisdom OF their
choice. May the remembrance of their glorious act
arouse the nations now in bondage TO burst the chains
of expressions and assert their right TO the blessings
of self government.
: 7. .idams and Jeftrsoa,-The one the mover, the
other the Trainer of the Declaration Of Independence.
To-day is the anniversary of their death. May their
devotions ms set forth in that immortal instrument
never cease to be promulgated until they form the
basis of every government upon earth
s. The Ladies' Constitutonally in favor of union,
may their influence lend Us great enchantment to the
domestic circle, rs THEN presence to-day has impaired
to tie exercises Of the occasion.
: 0. TtrmoR,-rhe first star added to the original
constellation of thirteen. Though clouds of treason
and rebellion may obscure some OF her elder sisters,
her light will shine undimmed until the recollection OF
ner patriot heroes and sagcS shall have been washed
away with blood
10. The Vermont Volunteer .MGtia-Promptly re-
spending to their country's call, and marching TO its
support. May their luurels be rs green, and their
fame rs lasting, rs was won by the Green Mountain
Boys" in the war of the Revolution!
II. The Cergy-" Anuaments Of this world-and
emblem, of II beter;'-the chosen guardians Of mo-
, raty and virtue. May they also become guardians
of liberty, through the incubation, by precept and
examl lie, of II more perfect love for our country and
lis institutions, and Il more cheerful obedience TO its
laws.
~. Freedom and Uniy-Fit motto for the free
Union-lovng people of Vermont. Should the genius
Of Constitutional liberty ever be driven from the fair
shores of Amerca her lost footsteps will nger among
the hills and valleys Of the Green Mountain State.
Many sparkling sentiments and impromptu
speeches were delivered voluntarily when the
President announced the c'ose of the exercises
which al. enjoyed, and which had evinced the
intelligence aud patriotism of the people oil
Wilmington.
The Wilmington Cornet Band deserve much
credit for its performances during the day.
The lhirty-lour young ladies representing the
States lent special charm to the various exer'
cses of the occasion.
About four o'clock p NJ, the people were as,
tonished by the sudden appearance in our vii
lage of Gen. Beauregard with company Of
most unearthly looking followers dressed in the