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The New York herald., 1864-04-04
THE UNION SQUARE BUILDING.
The Children's Department, the Musical Hall,
Knickerbocker Kitchen and International
Hall-The Articles to be on Exhi-
bition-The Decorations
and Painting,

The main feature which strikes the visitor entering
the auxiliary building OF the Fair in Union squnro s Ito
extent and general compacness Of erection There could
scarcely be appropriate or better executed sruc
the purposes which caused its existence and tho
managers Of the Fair may justly congratulate themselves
far this part OF tho programme is
concerned The modes OF ngress and are large,
and there can be complaint whatever made ON this
head.
Our reporter paid visit to this auxiliary building
previous opening in order to furnish the public
little beforehand with the necessary Information 40
what be what is to be done for the two
weeks during which the Sanitary Fair 10 announced TO
remain open. Then the building mot pletcd but
the busy sounds OF hve hundred workmcn's hands
were heard around, and every minute, nay every
second, told practical story q the advance
ment which being made in tho COM
pIeton or what soon to beN patriotic
mart In aid Of tho gallant soldiers. There was no
delay Each workman mechanic hurried hither
and hther rapidly business ocomotion might allow
him. while tho various OF tho various de-
partmerts OF labor looked quietly and directed tho
necessary movements Of the occasion. Tho carpenter,
the plumber the painter the laborer here
mingled, and the utmost regularity porvaded the move
ments Of ALL Board after board went up, until what be
fore appeared but shapeless In lew minutes bore
appearance 0, graceful and solid piece OF workman
ship 1t is therefore expected that the various depart
attached thereto win be able to ope-
ratons the Fourteenth street people Mr.. T.
Wight Is the architect and Mr.. w. :. Hunt the builder
who making every exertien 70 have the place CON-
plete at as early day as possible.
From present appearances the building VIII be quito
elegant and extensive IL consists OF two main buildings
connected by q narrow middle building. From cast TO
west the extreme length Is about two hundred and
eightyfve feet The Dimensions or each OF the sido
buildings-one Fourth and the other on
Broadway-are sixty by ninety feo'. The connecting
building one hundred and sixty five feet long by MY
FIVE feet wide The side buildings are thirty feet in
height from the floor TO bridge rafters.
This building is divided into what may be termed four
departmcnts-viz the Chdrens Department, the Musi-
cal Department the Knickerbocker Kitchen and tho In
terpationa Department The building itself - be
constructed somewhat tho form OF tho letter r. Look
ing outside, the extent OF tho building net
10 be nearly SO much as when you enter II.
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The Prlnee OF Wales Feather and Ich
aN D1en. ~
SKbEp ~.
TAs Prince Of wales feather which stands In Ne centre
4 sh stall, raised far shove everything elze, with the
snsssns motto "Ich Dyp' II serve) sufficiently
nArAs the spot alboeated W NE Welsh Of New York
- display their practical benevoence and devo-
sRn 70 THAR adopted homo BY taking an active part
IN tbs grand Sanitary Fair ef New York. The decora
% Of ths deoartment OF style somewhat different
ksn mast Of the oshers for eur Welsh fellow citrens
Aave taken advantage Of the Opportunity no pyedcs
many little scenes mat will remind Welshmen o( their
historical land beyond The The articles 70 bo DIS
played here win be OF most varied kind rubi6ond
NelsbMan hughingy informed Us, they VIII have on
hAnd everything "from needle 10 an anchor y, This
q course shows disposition 70 accommodate the
genssss ladye of tho and the saiov the
ssA. the Welsh ladies' Nev York and s vcinty have
n,do mnnincent contributions Of dry and fancy goods,
portraits, photographs ornaments, jewery and speci
II everything that delight the eye n the most
fa60o0uo. f94N 484 aeM 80 NN h3esff rs a ffa 4u
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pub asyd. few saxoo of champAgns, Donated By sne
fs,se1Dos ~ vHhA y FFasce, fssD spsshi ieasass u
Ma sxabitlon. fhe usual Grpsy bsn<ing and osea-
entatIon characlesse The wiue and fruit DEPARTMENT
/ -rn - ka Gnsf
h presided ever by Mr.. lhs l. KAse1y. rners p
nothing par.icu larry atsssese ASsas ne display, and
v tss pub,,e generally " win Aoe ttovs attractive
Nsvssthsess ihsrs 10 larus quansAy sfsseds on sxh
btIou, whlch win nnA purchasers and realize Aaaa
some profit 70 the Fair
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iBsvs seldevs = ne Uaba, ks him Das assrsce ~
pAsi0SlD hDcD vhs have deveeod - mnee - 49, w.
h6oF ~ thts enter psse, bAs return " vee ooson
he family, ana there. 10 hgIeYous retirement witness
We grand achievements 81 shass whe 49, wmpn soen
Isases AZ q NaDocop might be proud 70 To uene
bus suoA meres mon. tAaseto We assee " ssu
thar and rs 70 the othsr cia tnere hos mocn
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This stand ID called tho New Bedford (Aass) table,
and s In charge Of the following ladies:-Mrs Samuel
Ivers, Mrs DR.. sisson and Mrs. A. G. Ellis
The marine tabc originated last January with Mrs. A.
G. Ellis and Mrs. Samuel Ivers, after correspondence
with the Assistant Secretary, Miss C. Nash who very
cordially invited the undertaking. promising to give New
Bedford distinct At the Fair and desired
the ladies themselves 10 aud take charge OF the
were joined by Mrs. Or Sisson, who contributed very
much to the success Of the enterprise.
The articles for sale N this table we're all manurac.
tured at New Bedford and consist Of endless varsity
OF beautiful specimens Of shell work. flowers, grotte
baskets OF small shells and coral. sea mossos, &c.
The ladies who have charge OF this table deter
mined that the old Bay state shall not be hindmost in
contributing 10 the OF this noble enterprise.
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Porcelain, China and Glass Ware.
STAND NO, 8.

This stand has profusion OF articles Of china and
glass ware OF the rarest quality and styles OF patterns
Every variety which the imagination could suggest
here displayed for the inspection Of visitors. Much
credit due to the ades who made tho selections and
who have go artisscay arranged the goods upon the
stand
The following ladies will preside a. this table, and win
doubt contr butc largely to the receipts OF the Fair
Mrs. General Thomas f. Meagher, Hrs Fisher and Mre
Or, Birmingham.
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The Hairy Easls.

ME curiosities 10 the Fair may be numbered BY the
Thousand but OF all the strange and curious things
shc hairy eagle s without doubt entitled TO take the
highest eight u has winged s way from Indiana, hav-
ing been donated 70 the Fair By Mrs. Governor
Wright, OF that State. Il measures about twelve
inches N length, and the head, eyes and
back bone Of this curious bird arc formed
or hair from the head Of President Lincoln The bin Ia
formed Of Secretary Chascs hair, being symbolica or
greenbacks and other bills The wing feathers are made
OF from the heals Of thirty -four prominent Senator's
the body also OF hair. Drowning this ary nothing
Is wreath formed OF the hair OF the wives OF repro.
sentative men. II VIII be hung AZ the front Of the
will be small book, IN which all admirers OF President
Lincoln will be allowed 10 outer their names on paying
20 for the benefit OF the Fair The eagle together with
the book OF autographs, viii ultimately be presented
President Lin coin.
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THE POLICE ARRANGEMENTS.

A Large Force OF emo MssrOpOlitans On
HAud.
Tbs police force to be daily on duty dnrng ~ Fair
WIN consist Of hundred and thirty men from Tho
various precincts Of the city, under Tho command Il
Inspector Leonard, whose efficiency exhibited hsreO
fore s sufficient guarantee that every hing viii be done
20 promote order and regularity Inspector Leonard win
be assisted his duties by two officers Of veil known
Industry in their businessSergeants Wilson and Gar
land II addition TO this large force OF detectives will
scattered about the building in order TO
protect the pockets Of the visitors from the light fingered
fraternity.
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Dry Goods.
MANp NO. 3S.

On the north side OF the main room, at stand No. 49,
the only department. which solely represents the dry
goods business Of this city. Mrs. Van vechter the lady
manager tho stand has for sale all descriptions ot dry
goods These contributions from tho merchants Of
this city and comprise all varieties in almost unlimited
quantities The stand s rather small for the business
usually such articles but what II lacks in space
is made for in the completeness Of s appointments and
the beauty OF its decorations.
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Hats, Caps ans Furs.

This stand is furnished with extensive assortment
Of valuable fars Russian Sable, Emine, and other
and costly quaniss Valued at 81 0oo Tho entire
value Of AL the goods received Up to the present
thing ooo but great deal more win doubt be
recsvsd from time TO me during the continuance Of Tho
Fair tho management Of the stand = 10 she hands Of
NJ. A. G Edwards, assisted by Q. @. Gunther Sons.
The arrangements FOR conducting this branch o the Pair
business complete In every respect and no fashion
ablo lady will think of leaving the building without
adornng her person with set Of these elegant urs and
gentleman who has tho slightest regard for his
sona appearance will not be promenadng Broadway
without 6rst purchasing the various styles OF ee
CANT beavers contributed BY the leading hattsrs Of the
CITY.
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WAX Flowers and Fancy .Artteiess
A nAaNIyfCENr COLLECTION WORTH BRRiN0
49,. IF. qkgH,.EW

Nm. Sanusl 9. CoartsAy b Tho anssls lsdy who pre-
sides = The upper pert Of ths stand. The LADY y
aaugAor Of hs Hon. rsniel Dickinson, ana hAs evseeA
warm solcisuSs sor making her part o the Fair a. sue
,sssesl ss psrsbss ~ kinpsssibs 70 begin 70 give IN
sa a the daxsliag lot sf Ase WAX Agures and srna
un,s o the varied Kinds Of fancy goods, that this
lady has succeeded IN getting together. All sorts Of
pi.s and flowers here represented In wax, Grapes
peaches, apples isar almoods are ~ 20 natural 10 ap
that tks observer invited 70 put them 70
practical test And the tasty way In which they are
arranged adds 70 their inherent beauty. Mrs Cur
don Buck presdes with equal ease at the other
attention 70 = tho sale Of perfumes drugs,
chemicals anu other articles Rseful 70 drug
gists and 70 gentlemen who are fond OF making
sweet scented presents 70 their lady loves Both ladies'
arc members OF the executive committee We commend
this beautiful bazaarfor such 70 ndeedto those VINO
arc curious - see some The hnest achievements In
shell and work, and who would dehectats thor ofae
tories with the gushing perfumes Of thousand lowers
The New York herald., 1864-04-04

At the southeast corner Of the main room, where the
sntvsacs 70 the restaurant located, there two
stands numbered respectively 81 and a., where articles
OF Jswsry and silver ware for sale. Over the prns
pal stand (No. 42)- is One picture Of Washington
Hubner's painting OF the pastor blessing family pre-
vioue 70 their emigration. On either side hung two
pastoral pieces by Robbie and Hdebrandt number OF
smaller panAnGs OF equal uerit hung around and
eoove those Just mentioned Flags artsticay draped,
MI up all the intervals, while the whole Ia surmouned by
gilt eagle. Al the back OF the stand two large
vases o. Bohemian glass, with heavily Gilt mountnss.
Iney were broug from Paris and ssid have been
formerly owned ~ Napoleon the Great. Elegant time
pieces In marble and bronze, siverware of every de-
scription, drcssngcases wsrkboxes walking canss and
other similar ARTICLES ~ th8 shelves a tho back OF the
stand. In glass cases the counter are articles az
jeweIry, wAx flowers and pcrfurpsry.
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Ch1ldren's Clothings
STAND NO. so.

Ars. william B. Allen and other ladies have charge Of
this stand where articles o. chdrens clothing
posed for SALE They are principally Intended for child
Of very tender years-babies In fact. Ono Infants
robe contributed by Broadway storekeeper ID valued
at $780, and the other articles equally kch and costly
The New York herald., 1864-04-04

ssstsen from me denatOss Of VINES liquors. &C., received
BY Tho committee On those articles
3he following tho bill Of fase for the opening day
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Ornithologicai Specimens.

This stand win be devoted TO the exhibition Of
selection OF stuffed birds contributed the Fair by
raj parties engaged the ornithoogca art The speci
received very fine and will NO doubt attract
full share OF attention.
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TIE MAIZENA DEPARTMENT.
In tho sonfhxast c0rnar nx fha lower room I

In the southwest OF the lower of the
taurant Mr. Duryea, the mazena manufacturer has had
liberal quantity Of room allowed him by the committee
where he has erected counter from which win be sold
all the delicaciss into which maizena, be made. Mr.
Duryea has kitchen the Of Fourteenth street
and sixth avenue and will give to the Fair all the
ma which may be used during It's continuance and the
proceeds Of his sales win also be handed over to the
treasurer Of the committee
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Westchester LountY.
FARM PRODUCTS, Ere,
STAND no. l8.

The Of Westchester county naturally suggestive
Of those representing articles welcome to the hungry
indvidua-fresh eggs butter and cheese But these
not the only products Of this fair county Of the Empire
State. The gentle ladies' OF weschester far faer
productiop end will thin evening astonish tho dusibe
grimmed citizens OF the metropolis with their ruddy
checks and sparkling eyes, well N with the variety o
beautiful things they will have for sale. This. be
iieve the second stall in the building claimed and
owned by the ladies OF Westchesera fact which speaks
well for their generosity aud their devotion TO the
The articles 10 bs sold this stand which, by the way
10 beautifully psperea and adorned, will range over
most extensive and varied programme. We wish the
ladies' full measure Of success. fN. ftr
STANDS NOS. Ia AND Is. n
The ladies OF Westchester county and Dobbs Ferry
have joint possession Of opposite the Fire Depart
ment. Their shelves and counters are loaded with
work. toy beds; dolls, silk patchwork. sofa cushions
woolen bedquIlts, Infants clothing, Roman shawls,
afghans and cnildren's toys.
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The stand immediately north or tDe wes,chester Coun
ty Department has been appropriated for the courbu
tions from Buffalo. Az this stand large ami curious
collection Of Indian articesats shoes bags aud other
articles made Of beads, quilIs bark and leather Nu
merous fancy articles 10 embroidery and netdlework
complete the assortment.
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Ohio Ladies' Contribution.
STAND NO. II.

ssand No. r. just beyond the Floral Temple is occu-
psd by the ladies OF Ohio residing New York. Over.
snsdowip the stand is costly embroidered silk banner
which they have purchased for the purpose OF presenting
- the troops OF their native State. New York mer.
chant has added largely 70 the articles this
contributing case Of line straw goods The other arti
eiee comprise an almost endless variety OF children
olothing and fancy articles. long time has been de-
voted 10 the purpose OF making the articles this
peouary rich and TASTEFUL and the Ohio ladies may
oo08.
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Contributions from Presbytcrian Com
greEations. aa

greEations. .aH \
FANCY G00D8, DOLLS AND OTHER TOYS.
STAND nos. 20 and a. ais
fnb stand, which 10 most beautifully ana srsticany
decorated Is supplied and supernended BY the ladies OF
tbe OF tho Presbyterian churches OF
Rev. Drs. Rice, Adams and Asa D. Smith, The articles
here offered TO the public consist Of general assortment
q the choicest fancy goods and useful ornaments The
display is slnguarly attractive one, the committee
q ladies' from the several congregations have been
tring their efforts and diligence 10 il perfect
possible The most prominent object this stand
which will attract the attention Of visitors 10 the FAR
= the engy Of infantry soldier, dressed in the full
Uniform OF the United States army he is represented
severely wounded, one leg being drawn up, and the
bedy supported crutches The Hgcre Is about three
Sst hgB and dressed with considerable elegaace The
freely contributed by citizens Of New York, who have
taken Lively Interest in the welfare Of the wounded vet
cram Tho soldier has volunteered his services receive
contributions from the charitable for the benefit Of the
Sanitary Commssion and tho ladies or the committee
ennd ntly hope that OF the visitors win pass by
without calling upon their wounded friend TO give him
small testm nai Of their app seeing that
cause and that no devotes his time entirely 10 the pur
pose OF soliciting assistance for wounded soldiers in
the dod AMI At home IN addition TO this soldier there
hrse C,lIeclon Of other attractive objects this
band. which will cause IL 10 be with
admirers, who will be converted into purchasers before
leaving the room. Such vast collection OF dolls trnkes
and other beautiful things for children, "both large
and small" gathered together on This stand can
e rccy be exceed even in the great Drancy OF the
Fair.
The New York herald., 1864-04-04

1he ladies or the Church Of tho Resurrection have
stand No. "a large collection Of fancy artces The
rich in material and tasteful in workmanship.
The New York herald., 1864-04-04
PLYMOUTH ROCK,
PLYMOUTH HISTORICAL SOCIETY,
BY Mr.. Andrew L. Russell,


Small pieces Of the original plymouth rock havo been
prepared and cut into sizes large enough for gns rings
The stone is We hear susceptible OF high posh can
be engraved We arc afraid the supply vi be ex.
hausted when Now England friends In Brooklyn read
this announcement. 2
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IndfA Rubber Goods.
STAND NO. 80.

Adjoining the dry gods department is the stand where
rubber goods ac for SALE Prominent among these
universal clothes wringer Of which large number have
been received and OF for sae In front OF tho
stand portrait Of Charles Goodyear. was painted
hard rubber nearly years ago. and the colors are
- fresh and bright though they had been laid on
but yesterday. A. the back OF the stand splendid
likeness sf Daniel Webster, painted on the same
material. Both portraits executed In 1855,
by Mr.. Healy, and were sent over 70 the French
Exhibton Along with the portraits Is small landscape
by Carl Weber, also painted hard rubber Among tbs
articles for sale Is watch with rubber cases which 4
warranted 70 go At the price put upon M say seventy
dollars. About ten thousand dollars worth Of rubber
goods have contributed this stand BY the manu-
facurers and dsalers Tho collection s OF course very
varied and surprises jowelry, combs machine betting
thmbes articles for sporsmon aud tourists life preserv
ing apparatus, &c.
The Plymouth Historical Society have also sent a yaIu
able buvhu u the Fair viii be seen from the
following card, which is hung up in this department
The New York herald., 1864-04-04

On and after Tuesday April s, table dhose win be
from one TO three P. NJ and from hve until six p. NJ Al
AL other times meals win be served Ia carts only.
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Harlem and the Convent OF the Sacred
Heart. ,t.t
10.

On this stand Will be found large number OF very
beautiful articles contributed by the ladies residing
Ham and BY the sisters OF the Convent the Sacred
Heart They comprise elegant aghans kneeling cush.
IONS, chldren's clothing, christening shawls. artificial
howers and articles Of ewelry There three unique
inlaid maps Of the seat OF war, and astronomical
chart In the style Of workmanship The sisters or
the Convent OF the Sacred Heart have also large
number OF articles OF embroidery and needework One
embroidered handkerchief alone is valued al $780, The
sther articles equally costly, and rival the SPIDER
web in fneness or texture
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Matthew'S German Lut
Church.
STAND NO5 6. AND Z.

me congregation OF S. Matthew's German Lutheran
church have large and very choice collection OF fancy
artcles The stand fs taste'ay decorated while the
articles for sale comprise beautiful specimens OF
nsedlcwork stands OF artificial flowers Berlin wool and
sin scfa cushions, and other fancy articles.
The New York herald., 1864-04-04

BTANU NO.
ne ssasa srsssy ssrsA q M 81 = aIsa wsa fancy
goods, sontrissssA " ths Wholesale ussshanss q ns
ehy. M svusss ere principally of Yrescs Asa~'as
tars, and ths stand might consequently ss called Ne
French sspartment. ne srsiesss ge re1Asnssis
for their bsAssy Of AAisho spA richsess q male.
rial Among thsn may b. mentioned gens'emss.s
Seausvusy ,nHsd wMn pe.ri; fancy sssss.s. nnslin
cnytans lad<s' satehs povtabss gas stands, shaving
materials ard implements, slbu.s, h., h.. <.
b Fancy A,ticlss. $3.50.
], STAND Nos. 28 AND 10.
Tne first stand u ihe right q The Yenvtssnth street
sutrases 10 numbered - and 70. AZ ths sows ed
will b exposed fer sale articles contributed BY tAeAdies
and others q ths Reformed Dutch church , rwcay hrss
street. near sixsh avenue, Of which the Rev Dr.. rhomp
son the pastor. comprises most miscellaneous COL
lection Of fancy Articles AmonS them may 20 men
sonsd wsx towers. marble stauary, bropae artIelas
ersas sssss into nunssrisss Ssaasiiui ARTICLES A. ne
upper end OF The stand the dcs Of The Excelsior Socially
sD0ss s, o
and everything 10 good and Tasty" y sr ,fss VI.
General Asssrtmens Of Wsres. n
RvgRyTHIFG IN oDNERAL AND NorHiTa, IN PAR
FfCuRAR..
BlAND no. a. Ms
The wares collected this stand that
nothing short Of alphabetical catalogue can give any
idea Of them. Bat n the absence OF caaogus-soeing
that there are mono publshed-the stand ITSELF wen
s uultifarious conents can be tnis evening,
ana swsstheartYsii can be- accommodated rom the I'm
mense stock sf wares, at prices 70 suit purchasers
wsis,es M tops skates playthings ornamental srooms
singing girls In the song, the beautiful peadeB for the
b The large ones for.lalies,
q The small ones for babies tt.f
n Oh, won't you buy broomf