The national Republican., 1861-02-27

cided success. The pieces were all 80 well
performed that 1t is difficult to particularize.
The solo by Miss Purdy, the duett by the
Misses Bowen, the trio by Misses Wright,
Bailey, and Bradley, were well received, as
was also the solo by Master Beach. Miss
Ayton sang with great taste. The solo, " Hark,
hear the nngels sing with piano accompani.
ecuted. Miss Willie Walker and Miss Mattie
Gray also sang well.
During the exercises, Miss Pailey presented
to the superintendent OF the school, Mr.. r. X.
Gray, handsome present, consisting of three
books, and that gentleman responded in very
neat and appropriate speech. A basket Of
flowers and q beautiful bouquet were presented
to the Rev. Mr.. Lennon, Of Gorsuch chapel,
and Rev. Mr.. Coombs, the pastor Of the church
Both OF these gentlemen responded appro-
priately. Mr.. B. f. Lloyd, their musical
director, alsoreceived handsome bouquet from
Miss Worre, on behalf of the school, and re.
piled in very appropriate manner.
The concert was 80 successful that, at the
solicitation OF a large portion of the audience,
the managers have determined to repeat it.
The EXHIBITION LAST EvEYING.-The exhi.
bition ut the Smithsonian last evening, of the
pupils Of the Columbia Institute for the instruc.
tion Of the denf, dumb, and blind, was very
largely attended, number of persons being
unable to obtain seats.
The exercises were commenced by the read.
ing of the report of the institution, BY the su.
perntendent, which showed its affairs to be in
q highly prosperous condition.
Various classes Of the deaf mutes were then
called up, and gave an exhibition of their &C.
qurements on large states, which were placed
on the stage. One Of the senior classes was
called up, and words given to them to incorpo.
rate into sentences. One of this Glass; on hav.
ing the word resolved" given him, wrote out
the sentence, Some people in the South re.
soloed' to take Fort Sumter, but failed" which
brought down the house.
The duel Of Hamilton and Burr was recited
in language used by the deaf and dumb, by
young man, in a manner which evinced that he
was well acquainted with the incidents relating
thereto.
The blind portion of the pupils also took part
in the exhibition by reading several selections
from the books used by them, and singing.
"The Flower Girl" by young lady, was
heartily applauded, as was also the "Sunset
Tree" by three boys and the same number of
girls. The exercises we're closed by singing
"My Country, It's of thee" by all the blind
pupils.
The institution, under the superintendent
of Mr.. Gallaudet, is in highly prosperous con.
dition. To the Hon. Amos Kendall, its presi
dent, the institution owes much, as he has been
its main friend since its incorporation.
INAUGURATION SorREE.-By advertisement
in another column, it will be seen that Compa.
MES A and intend giving grand inaugura.
ton soiree at their new armory on Monday
evening next, they having made the most com.
plete arrangements to that effect. The In.
fantry has reputation for doing up these
things which renders praise unnecessary.
Don't forget the exhibition of Gorsuch Chap
el Sabbath School, which comes of tomorrow
evening. We can safely promise delightful
evening to all who may attend.
The FIRFxEN INVITED TO JOIN IY.-By no.
tice in another column, it will be seen that the
firemen Of this city have been invited to join
in the inauguration procession on Monday
next. A general parade Of the fremen on
that day would add greatly to the beauty of the
pageant, and we hope TO see the invitation
cordially accepted.
Thurlow Weed arrived last evening, and is
stopping at Willards'.
We understand that the reporter of spicy
evening paper was among the number who
waded through the mud and ruin on Saturday
afternoon, to get full report of the arrival OF
the President elect. Who was it2
MILIrARY.-We understand that Major Gen.
eral Weightman will issue his orders, in few
days, for all the military companies of the
District to take part in the Inaugural process.
sion on Monday next.
The STEAMER PAwNEE-The United States
steamer Pawnee left the Navy Yard, Philadel.
pbia, on Monday afternoon, and sailed for this
city, where she will be temporarily stationed in
the vicinity Of the Navy Yard.
A DIsAPPoINTMENT.-The Thomas Collyer
carried a large party of strangers and others
to Mount Vernon yesterday. The rumor hav
ing obtained circulation in Alexandria, tina,
Mr.. Lincoln was to be o passenger on board
the boat, large crowd oil persons congrega,
ted on the wharf to get glimpse at him, il
possible, aud as soon as the Collyer touched
the wharf rush was made for the boat. The
crowd, after exploring all parts Of the boat
came to the conclusion that they were hoaxed
and retired.
The ZoUAvE CoRPs.-This company had a
meeting last evening at Thorn's Hall, which
was largely attended.
A uniform was adopted, consisting of dark
blue Zouave jacket, trimmed with buff, and
having o row of bell buttons around the collar
| lightblue pantaloons, with buff stripe down the
seam, tea.green shirt, with fancy bosom, buck
skin leggings, and cap after the pattern of the
| Light Infantry.
After electing several members, the company
adjourned for drill. During the evening, the
Young Guard (Zouaves) of Georgetown march
ed into the armory, in full uniform, and were
handsomely received by the Zouaves and Com
pany G, who were also on drill. The little
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