Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1863-03-02

The Birth-Day OF Syashinxton-MiII-
tary DIsPiay-ESssS:ng the Flag on
the Dome of The CaPItOI-Speeches
by Hon. G. Il. Smith and Hon. II. A.
Hendricks
The celebration yesterday. in honor of the
birthday of Washington, by far the finest
aud best arranged military display we have ever
had in our city 1t was not the number Of the
troops that gave interest to the pageant, but their
disposition and skillfnl handling. We have had
reviews when more than double the number of
troops were in line, and when the maneuvers were
strictly according 70 the regulations. but review
is cold affair compared with the lively move
ments of the sham fight of Yesterday The
movements were made 10 illustrate city defense.
At ten O'Clock the troops were in motion from
their camps TO take position as laid down in the
programme. The headquarters were established
he crossing of Washington and Illinois streets.
and here the cavalry we're drawn up as a reserve
the fine band of the 18th Regulars being sta
toned on the balcony of the Palmer House and
making music for the occasion. The streets we're
crowded with people in holiday array, but the
largest crowd was the squares near the center
of operations, where Col. CaTriAgtOn and staff
were stationed.
The artillery was posted at the main avenues
leading to the CITY from the southwest and north
west. and the infantry in companies and battal :,
ions along the streets. At a rocket signal FROM
the Bates House the ball opened and the cannon
roared. The heaviest firing seemed to be from
the southwest, as if that was the point upon
which the main attack was made. The infantry
soon commenced, and the rattle of musketry
mingled with the booming of artillery. At this
time the scene from the prominent parts of the
city very fine, and presume gave some
idea of the situation of a garrison i'm state of
siege, or one resisting attack on a city. The
roaring of cannoL-hardly loud enough, however,
70 emulate siege guns-the rattle of muSketry, in
fantry moving double quick from point to point,
and aids aud Orderlies squirting their horses in hot
haste to and from the place occupied by the COM
mandant, altogether made the scene one calcu
lated TO stir the blood of the coolest. This
the most interesting part of the display to US, but
how it was to others we cannot say.
After the artillery firing had ceased, the SD
infantry came down Washington street in col
umn OF companies, and the cavalry made dash
IJr them firing their pistols and wheeling as they
delivered the fire, the infantry firing by cOmpa-
MES and breaking TO the rear by the right and
left. saber charge then made by the cav
airy OH the infantry squares ana ended the street
fighting.
We have not been able, in a short notice, to
particularize the regiments and parts of regi-
ments that participated in the sham fight, and we
can only say that the drill and discipline of all
was excellent. and the maneuverng was highly
creditable 20 both officers and men.
THE FLAG RAISING.
The ceremonies at the State House were to
commence at ? clock, and long before that time
the vestibule of the building was crowded with
ladies, and the grove in front alive with
thousands of spectators. At 2 O'Clock Col. Car
ringtop took his station on the stand, and the
Senate, preceded by its President and the House
by the Speaker. appeared from within and made
way, as well as they could, among the crinOline.
The Hon members were too gallant to disturb
the ladies in the occupancy of the veStibue, and
mingled with the crowd. On the stand was Hon.
Paris c. Dunning. President of the Senate, Hon.
Samuel II. Buskirk, Speaker of the House, Col.
Darlington, Hon. Caleb B. Smith, Hon. Thomas
H. Hendricks, Hon. Jonathan Harey, and some
Others whose names did not learn. Al sig
nal the flag up, and as it spread to tine
breeze q cheer broke from the crowd the artillery
beched forth its thunder in a salute, the infantry
fred fen de jOie and the band played Hail Co.
lumbia and Dixie
Gov. Dunning then introduced Mr.. Speaker
Buskirk, who had been selected to read the Fare
well Address. Mr.. Buskirk read the paper in a
clear and distinct voice.
JUDGE SMITHS SPEECH.
Gov. Dunning then introduced Hon. Caleb B.
Smith, as one of the speakers selected to address
the assemblage. Judge Smith spoke in substance
as follows:
More than eighty years have elapsed since our
Government was founded and amid all our vicis
itudes cOuntrymen have held the name OF
Washington dear in their hearts. He has been
called first in war, because he led our fathers
through the bitterest struggle man ever saw;
first in peace, because for eight years he at
the head of the Government he had assisted in
establishing and conducted in peace and pros
perity; and first in the hearts of his countrymen
because he was a patriot. truly loving and serv
ing his country. His warning in the Address
just read against discussions should be needed BY
all. There was no reason why we should not
live together now as happy as when he left US
Let US heed his lessons, and let Massachusetts,
and South Carolina 90 hand in hand to form the
Great American Republic and continue its power
TO the end of time. Every despot of Europe was
seeking to compass our destruction. France was
lowering on our borders to plant her agles where
the stars and stripes waved. England was look
ing on jealous OF our power and liberties; for oul
prosperity made the tyrants of the Old World
tremble with fear When this glorious Union j:
destrOyed-if it ever should be-the star of lib
erty will set in darkness and niFht and the
friends of humanity will bow down in sorrew anC
mourning. When the great American people are
united they can stand against world in arms
They will vet plant the flag of freedom over the
continent and make a land where the oppressed
of the world can find shelter and dwell in peace
Mr.. HENDRIcKs's SPEECH.
Gov. Dunning then introduced Hon. Thomas
A. Hendricks, who spoke as follows:
George Washington was born in the county o
WestmOreand, in the Colony of Virginia, on I'll,
22d day of February, 1892 and now. in all th'
modes USUALLY adopted by gifted and grateful
people, we celebrate the one hundred and thirty
first anniversary of his birthday. Commencing
busy life a Surveyor. he served his neighbo
and friend; and then. when the French and Indi
Threatened and disturbed her border, he gave
himself to Virginia.; but when the troubles with
England came, he was among the first to insis
upon yindicatiOH of the rights of the Colonies
and during the Revolution the whole country
claimed and received all the service which BIZ
high qualities enabled him to render; but devot
ing all intervals from the public service TO tn
pursuit. so agreeable to him. of agriculture. TIL
manner OF our celebration to-day is fit and proper
The people have suspended their pursuits, tina
in professions. and in gay array, and with ever.
demonstration of respect, they may do honor 4
the memory of him who, when duty allowed
stepped down from positions of responsibility ant
honor to mingle with them as a farmer. The
honor him who was First in peace" In company
regiment and battalion the soldiery are here, ant
in all the
pride, pomp and circumstance Of glorious war;
do honor to the memory of him who was on
cOuntry's greatest chieftan and leader-of hin
who was first in war;" and the cannon,
''whose rude throats
The immortal Jove's dread clamOrs counterfeit"
proclaim the honor Of him who, at the head Q
the armies. made the cause of the Colonies
success, and established their independence.
People and sOldiery. executive officers, Legs