The New York herald., 1862-11-28


tanned large and fashionable Congregations tho senons
with the greatest sclat tho theatres morning
and evening literally coined money while last but hest
Of all, the Thanksgiving dinner "at hsme" was dis
cussed with delightful guso. characteristic Of tho day
Thanksgiving Day i'm Brooklyn.
There were no public demonstrations in Brooklyn ycs
terday with the exception Of parade by several Of the
8rc companies or which proceeded TO New York to
participate in trial Of skin al tho polo the Of
Franklin street and West broadway Engine companies
Nos g. and II represented this city tho occasion.
Fngino Company No. 10 received their new ngne roi
New Haven and had interesting time in consequence
their headquarters Pacific street Sixty nen had
hold OF the ropes Tho members Of Engine No. 20 also
received their apparatus, which was renewed by the
maker in New York Tho event was celebrated IN be-
coming manner at their house IN Degrnw street. Tho
city churches generally open during tho forenoon,
and applicable tho occasion preached by
the pastors.
The Observance or the Day ON Governors
Island,
Yesterday being the day apart day Of general
thanksgiving to impiore tho blessing Of the Almighty on
the country and TO invoke His Divine aid In the present
condition Of tho United States, now 40 drcadfully
disturbed by tho rebellion which has 80 long been
going on was observed by not only the authorities
At Fort Columbus with becoming reverence, bat by
all the military and civilians located there From
an carly hour the public Offices being closed against
the transaction Of business told TO the many visitors
who went there by tho General Mcclellan steamer that
u possessed than ordinary religious sororsness
and the compact and elegantly finished place OF worship
was we'll filed at hall. past ton O'Clock
Among the parties who set the example Of visiting me
house Of God for religious exercises Colonel Looms
Military Superintendent Of the ISLAND, md the other
military authorities connected with Fort Columbus, To-
gether with their wives relatives and children aud the
church also well G.ed with many others Of the mill
tary staff the island among whom were many wound
ed poor fellows at present stationed IN the Military Hos
ptal.
Mr. Allen private secretary 10 Colonel LOOMS, exorted
himself much the satisfaction OF oil present, in seeing
that no indccoros or in department existed among the
younger branches of the military department.
The Ordnance Department. under the superintondance
Of Major whiting also ceased from s abors: and this
beautiful spot, which affords accommodation 70 50 many
well conducted troops, assumed an aspect for order
and regularity alike crcdablo TO not only tho veteran
officer In command, but to oil tho others who
permitted TO take part in the religious ceremonies OF the
day.
The religious services were plain impressive aud easy
to be understood and confined prayer and read
ing the Scriptures, after which short and appropriate
address made by tho minister All present appeared
to feel that another yoar had rolled round and mas st
the rebsllious was in their midst. This fact was
particularly dwelt upon by the reverend clergyman who
imploed them to suppicate ,he Throne Of Grace that
time Of need The conduct Of all located on the island
during the entire day was most credtabe and exemplary
Thanksgiving Day mt Bellevue Ios-
pital.
THE SOLDIERS FEAsTED BY gHE LAD,Es OF ROSE
HILL.
The s,ck and wounded soldiers at Bellevue Hcsyia had
glorious time yesterday Although far away from home,
they made feel home by the Kind ladies' Of tho
Rose Hin Soldiers Relief Association srd others who
provided them with bountful repast. At an early hour
wagonoads Of provisions brought and tables spread
IN each ward. These literally groaned beneath the
weight good things placed upon them Turkeys chick
anil n,h adj TIM
rous TO mention composed tho bill Of fare. They were
duly appreciated and, ss an evidence had downward
tendency. The lady visitors arranged the tables and
waited handsomely upon their guests They enjoyed tho
happiness OF those they so kindly befrended and in
their labors amply repaid by tho grateful thanks
OF the soldiers Since the soldiers have been IN the
sutous ladies have been unwearicd In their efforts
10 relieve the wants of the sufferers
All day long the warden was everywhere enjoying The
pleasure of those committed TO his watchtu care Tho
matrons, Mrs. Riddle and Mrs Corwin, relieved from
all responsibility and care. visited from ward to ward
and rendered every assistance 70 the ladies who bad as
sumed tho work
Aftcr dnucr patriotic songs were sung and addresses
made in each ward The Commissioners Of Charities and
Correction present and enoyed ths The Pre-
sdent OF the Board, Mr. Simeon Draper Ia very reat
speech thanked the ladies fer their kindness 10 the sol
ders, and expressed the determination or the Comnis
soners 70 render them every facility for carrying on
their good work.
In tho afternoon the chapel was crowded with the col
ders and their friends Several patriotic airs sung
oration delivered by s D. Ostander ESQ. OF this
city His theme was "0ur Country It's Past, Present
anu rutuie' ihc spt-sci tih'el tne bl"Wth " our
country s progress IN the arts aud sciences traced The
cause of the war; paid meritea tribute 70 the ladies
who foremost IN every good work ard closed by
saying that glor0us future would bc ours, T. people
wo1d bansh politics froia the question and with united
heart aud hand rise and crush the vile rebel
lion which devastated land. Although the address
was hour hnd half loEt, Ito audience
weared. The spe7scr was repeatedly appandcd md
whenever tho Of General Mcclellan msntioucd
rapturous applause followed.
Thus passed the day ~ Bellevue aud il viii 10 loug re-
membcred ol the most pleasing incidents con.
nected with the stay Of the soldiers 10 ne Institution