The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-05-10
OF Articles to Capt. Ham,
iiton's Company.

II Is with pride we chronicle the patriotism
of the men OF Biddeford in sending to the wal
such q gallant band Of volunteers as we pos
sess, and II Is with no less enthusiasm that w
record the patriotism Of the ladies Of our city
For week past, Union Hall has been busy
with the mothers and daughters Of Biddeford
actively engaged in the PREPARATION Of such ar
ticles of clothing as our soldiers demand. theil
needles his time clicking faster than their
tongues. And last night our citizens gathered
in City Hall to witness the exercises attending
the presentation Of these articles to the sol.
diers.
Thomas Qunby, Esq, q gentleman promi-
nent for his patriotism, and manifesting his
real by his acts Chat portion Of "Young Amer
lea" to be found In our High School can testify
to that, for It was through his libenlity they
we're furnished with handsome staff for their
aag). called the meeting to order. Mr.. Rand
was then introduced, who read the presentation
address prepared for the occasion by one OF the
ladies'. We give below the whole Of this. for
its m.heartedness, its expressions Of love Of
country and trust in God. demand this:
Soldiers of Biddsford:
The women of Your city wish to say few
parting words ere you leave to take up arms In
the MODEST cause that was ever espoused by
man! II is not only for your country and pos
terity that you are 10 do battle, but for your
God. This sublime movement Is not Of man
he is irresistibly impelled by Him who Is above
oil nations, whose glory Is above the Heav-
ems" Successfully accomplished one Of
us doubting-it will carry US an immeasurable
distance towards the glorious destiny which
was handed down to ful6ll, ~ sacred trust,
by Washington, Hamilton, Warren, and host
Of martyred heroes whose blood would cry to
us from the ground should We prove recrcant.
These simple offerings we present you to-
night, through your officers, not % much for
their intrinsic worth rs IN expression OF our
tervent wish to do something to show you our
hearty interest In your welfare. Believe US
when we say, there was never band OF more
willing hearts and hands, than those employed
in making up these small packages; and we
shall be amply rewarded, and most happy to do
more, II by 30 doing We can contribute IN the
least to soften the hard labor before you. In
conclusion. we assure you that not day shall
pass over our heads that we will not impiors
our Heavenly Father to shield our soldiers from
danger, and bring them safely back TO their
homes, crowned with the laurel wreaths Of vic
tory.
Capt. Hamilton, standing at the head OF his
men like slower Of STRENGTH" addressed the
ladies in reply. cordially thanking them for
their kindness, and showing us where his warm
heart was In assuring the donors Of the deter
mination Of himself and men to fight bravely
for them and the Union when away.
Louis D. Cowan, Esq, was then called upon.
and his earnest words were greeted with IRE
luent applause.
Elder Stevens, of the Preewill Baptist Church.
and Rev. Mr.. Fletcher, Of the Universalist
Church. subsequently addressed the soldiers
md the company present, their words Of fire
showing US that ministers in this just cause
could as effectively stand behind breastWork
Is behind their pulpits.
Lieut. Goodwin spiced the evenings enter
ainment with the expressed determination Of
he men to fight bravely, while our Union low
NC band, ever ready to play for the Union.
ave pleasing variety to the exercises by their
music. We would not omit 10 mention the
hree stirring cheers the soldiers gave for the
aides. nor the sir which tho ladies, helped BY
he men. gave for the soldiers. At the close OF
he meeting. the blessing Of the Strong arm,
whose cause this Is. was invoked by Elder Ste
Iens.
And 30 the evening passed away. The SOL
Iiers, by their good order. martial bearing and
killful manGuvres. elected much praise, and
,ur ladies take pride In contributing to their
omfort. and ps certainly take pleasure In laud-
ng the gallantry Of both soldiers and ladies.-
FAY God bless the noble volunteers OF Bidde-
ord