The New York herald., 1867-02-23

the ferry boats, steamers, and the shipping al
the wharves were rugged out in gay colors
and the citizens dressed in their holiday attire hronged
the and crowded in at the doors Of places Of
amusement in great numbers The appearance OF the
business portion Of the city was dull and deserted
while on the promenades the people gathered in nun
bers and enjoyed themselves best they could with
sightseeing exercies where the streets were heavy
with deep sloppy beneath the rays of SUM-
which in the afternoon was shining quite warmly on ths
scene, but by means conducting to the comfort OF
pedestrians who went abroad for enoyments SAKE Be-
yond the rec uar routine Of holiday promeuadng mill
tAry parades and the shows OF the theatres however
the day marked by occurrences of unusual
interest
Trinity Church.
The services at Trinity church we're of special char.
acter comprising such Episcopal exercises as are suited
to the celebration Of anniversary occupying 80 much
importance in the minds and hearts Of the people as
that Of Wasningtons birthday The building was
crowded to It's utmost capacity every available ssat and
place Of standing being occupied by the regular
CATION and visitors At eleven o'clock tho clergy and
chorisers made their appearance moving along the
tral aisle toward the pulpit from the vesry. The pro-
cessonai hymn was chaned by them, which commences
with the lines
r Trplise n. la, my SOUL sou iS. the King Of Heaven
Tnen followed the Te Deum which the notes OF the
organ and the many voices joined with grand effect.
me ante-c0mmunOn service was then opened by Rev.
Dr. Vnton who intoned the PRAYERS and the Decaogue
Rev. Dr. Rowland then read the Epstle and the Gospel
Lord is Great and the NceLe Creed followed, the for
mer being given with impressive effect.
The most interesting exercise followed; Rev. Dr. Vim
toe, removing the surpce and ared in the usual black
gown worn when other than Scripture subjects are dis
oussed recne the farewell address Of the Father Of his
Country In clear and forcibe manner which audi
Bile tirou hout the auditorium Of the building.
The anthem from the Twelfth Mass "Gory to God on
gh, th sung Immediately after reading OF
the address Then follow ed the olcrory," the contr
buttons being for the ameoration OF the condition Of
destitute people in the Southern States The prayer for
inff.n aFtn ,f.n
the bcnedcion closed the services On returning to the
vestry the clergy and chorsers sung the occasional
hymn commencing with the lines
With milk and honey blest
Mr. Ayelide, shortly after the services, displayed his
skill as bell ringer by performing the charming pro-
gramme on the chimes Of this church.
The Military Display
yesterday not fine general might have been
expected This was owing in great measure to the
fact that Major General Shaer issued any orders
for turnout Of the First division, and the few regi-
monts which did parade laborcd under unusual difficult
ties preserve straight line while marching through
the streets covered with thick coating Of soft slushy
snow.
The Seventy. frst regiment Colonel Parmele paraded
during the afternoon fatigue lnform with ovrrc0ats
and after the parade proceeded to the State Arsenal
where they were presented with set OF co,ors.
~ me Nine!ys,x!A rceimcnt CoIeoei Kehhie turned
ing down broadway 70 the City Hall presented With
o stand OF c0nrs by the city authorities.
The Eleventh regiment German K0csl. Colonel Maid
hof. paraded as An eecort 10 the Ninety sixth.
The few remaining veterans Of the Of 1919 assem-
bed At noon a their headquarters and paraded under
tho escort OF the Connentals
Sleighing Yesterday.
There is no reason why, with the amount OF snow
which have had this winter there should not have
been more than month of good sieghng. To see the
proof Of this had only go yesterday the upper
cut by wheels The surface Of the presented
quite different aspect from those in tho lower wards
the dusky brown which marked them s'down town.
which, had IL Of the
morning, ceased at about noon, and before two
o'clock the blue sky became visible and the
Fifth avenue and the Park were alive vim gay par.
ties Of sleigh drivers and presented brilliant ap
Character were 10 be seen: hundreds Of vehicles sd
the Streets the solid box sleigh Of the substantial far
mer, abundanily supplied with blankets; the modest
its occupants calling to mind that old saying 'three
spoils company the commodious family sleigh with
Of furry coverings in which they nestled; the fancy
turnout" whose fast rottng horse, with extended
meek ana sweeping gait yns sOns a. almost
more dgnincd and pretentious establishment, with v.
erred servants; all these mingled together in the newer
portion Of the city yesterday afternoon made by their
contrasts striking scene, which afforded inadequate
aegorca representation OF the character Of American
society. Tnerc tDe tlrong or TWO ssOuri
hands, numbers Of spirited horses, noble black
particular, very unequally mated, however, and, par
stlnenc,. frettng and chatting immensely span Of
cream colored beauties, with black names and tails
made light and handsomely finished .scutter'' skim
the ground the Park mt speed which soon
ricd IL beyond the line OF Two open carriages
placed upon double sets Of runners. attracted much
attention They presented appearance the reverse
Of awkward and we're suggestive Of mode by which, in
this changeful climate, might readily be made 20 do
the work Of two. Later in the day accident
in Sixth avenue, but happily with very results
ing merry along when, about Forty -rst street.
horse suddenly took fright and becoming
overturned the sleigh, throwing the lady violently into
his hold Of the reins and vas soon able 20 check the
headlong course OF the animal The lady was carried 10
neighborng hctol In fanung condition, hui not
seriously injured.
Amnsemcnts.
Matinee performances given yesterday ~ several
Of the places OF amusement in this city, were ex
tensively paironized by the holiday makers At the
Olympic Theatre the Streets OF New York attracted
large houses both at the afternoon and evening perform.
ances Mr. j. X Mortimer, in the character Of Badger
gaining very hearty reception Griffin thristy's
Avenue Opera House. when the Spectacular mechanical
representation OF the Ocean Yacht Race and London
Assurance, by tho PhiIo Dramatic Amateur Association,
proved sufficient attraction TO gam full house al the
peoples fsvore resort Tony Pastor opened hs 0rera
House in the afternoon, and u was, a. usual well
filed with the admirers Of Negro eccentricitics.
ballet exhibitions and comic singing. The perform
ances closed with PooIe's lest drama. entitled
The New York Volunteers or the las. OF the Libby
Prison. Charley Whites troupe gave matinee per-
formancs before crowded house. The new panto-
mime Puss In Boots and variety programme we're
presented the occasion. In the evening the hearts
OF the various managers OF places OF amusement were
almost universally rejoccd by full houses. ~ the
Broadway Miss Jennie Worre took farewell benefit,
and s almost needless to say tho fair benenciare
was greeted with an ovation both Of applause and of
flowers Proteus the attraction at Dodworh Halt NJ
Hartz continues 70 draw crowded houses by his exceed
ngiy clever seght of hand tricks and Illusions. The
San Francisco and Kelly Leon minstrels were favored
with fair share OF public support. the admirers OF tho
burnt cork business having TUNED ont In goody num-
bers In fact all through the city the theatres and
music halls presented holiday appearance, every ono
seeming bent upon enjoying an evenings amusement
At place wh,cn fancy and inclination led them
Union League Association Celebration.
This council OF the Union League Association prepared
pleasing programme for the celebration Of the ami
vcrsay Of washington's birthday at their meeting room,