The weekly North-Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 186?-1869, 1868-07-15
Fourth of July in Robson.

On Fourth of July, 1867, it was predicted by
some of the prophetic lights of the Conservative
family, of Robson county, that the ''niggers,"
s'radicals," "scalawags," "carpet- baggers" and
.'native low white trash' could never hold an.
other Fourth of July celebration in Robson.
This like the rest of their prophecies "come to
grief" Yesterday our county was in "baze
of g'ory" with the booming of cannon manuiac.
tured out of anvis, firing OF guns, martial music
and the waving of the glorious old banner of
freedom.
The loyal inhabitants of this little village made
the welkin ring with the continual discharge of
anvil cannons and muskets and the loud hurrahs
for old Yankee Doodle, Hail Columbia and the
Star Spangled Banner.
The grand demonstration of the day came offat
Back Swamp Church. where over 5000 people
assembled to celebrate the 92d birth day Of
American Independence. Long before the dawn
of day vast multitudes had gathered upon tie
ground. By ten o'clock, A. NJ, delegations from
the various Leagues of this county, with banners
flying to the breeze, appeared making the old
pine forest echo, with their joyous shouts for
freedom. large staid was erected un Ter the
shade OF the stately pines, beautifully festooned
with garlands of evergreens and decorated with
wreaths of flowers. In front of the stand seats
were arranged for the accommodation Of the
ladies. Several of our cnterprsing colored citi-
zens who had an eye to business, were on the
ground dealing out lemonade cakes, candies,
ice cream and cider, to the gay and festive
thrOng.
At IL o'clock NJ, the vast concoursc of people
was called to der by Mr.. Sinclair Lowry, who
announced the following named gentlemen as
officers OF the day:
President, Hugh Inman, Vice President Jas.
Oxendne, Chaplain, Cary Wilkins, Secretary,
Albert Mclean
Order of proceedings:
Prayer by the Chaplain. Hymn, ''God Save the
State" Reading of the Declaration ofIndepcn-
dence, by John G. Moore, Esq. Reading OF the
Proclamation OF Emancipation, by Albert Nc
Lean. Grafton by DR.. Alfred Thomas.
The Chaplain delivered II very impressive and
patriotic prayer, after which the entire audience
Joined in singing that beautiful hymn, "God
Save the State" At the conclusion of the open
ing services letters were read from Messrs. o.
8. Hays ind X. Proctor.
DIR. Alfred Thomas was then introduced 10
the audience rs orator Of the day. For one
hour and half the Doctor commanded the at
tention of his hearers. His Grafton was repleie
with interesting historical facts. At the conclu-
sion OF the Grafton, the audience rose to their
feet and sang the "Battle Hymn of the RepuO'
lic."
After recess of one hour a meeting of the
Republicans called for the purpose of rali,
flying the nomination Of Gen. U. 8. Grant and
Schuyler Colfax.
Mr. Cary Wilkins was introduced to the meet.
ing and delivered well-timed speech He was
then followed by Mr.. Fletcher Mcneil, who made
a neat and appropriate speech. DR.. Thomas be-
ing loudly called for appeared and for nearly one
hour he warmed up the hearts of the Republicans
and made them feel as If the last camraign days
had been revived in old Robson. Before TAX
ing his seat he offered the following preamble
and resolutions which werr unanimously adopt
ed:
WHEREAS: We the Republicans of Robson
county, North Carolina, having unboundcd aln
in the Judgment and patriotism of the National
Republican party of the United States, take THIS
occasion, on the 92d anniversary of American
Independence, to give expression of our hearty
approval of the actions of the National Repub
lican Convention, held ut Chicago, Illinois, May
2lst, 1868.
RESOLVED, That the Republicans OF Robson
county heartily endorse the platform of the Ma
tiOnal Republican Convention adopted at Chica
go, May 2lst, 1868, and approve the nomination
of Ulysses 8. Grant for President and Schuyler
Colfax for Vice President Of the United States
Resolved, That in Gen. Grant we recognize
the true and patriotic General of our armies, anu
the tried, firm and honest supporter OF the rights
shall hail his election to the high and bonoraole
position of Chief Magistrate OF the United States
as the dawn of better and more prosperous
day for the Republic.
RESOLVED, That in Schuyler Colfax, we also
recognize the unwavcring champion OF Union
| Liberty. Equality and Justice, one whose pol
| teal character is unimpcachable and whose eio
quent voice and powerful influence in the coul
| Gil ofhis country are well known and highly sp
| preciated by the Republicans of Robson county
Resolved, That the speedy restoration oil Inc
States lately in rebellion, according to the oo"
gressiOnal plan of reconstruction, will DC
powerful auxiliary to the success CT the cause \,
right and justice, and that we look forward VIII
! JOY to the day when every State shall be rep''
scented in the council chamber OF the nation.
Resolved, In the language of onr gallant sianaII
| ard bearer we will fight out the Presidents,
campaign ION this line if it takes all summer
The meeting udjouincd with three rouslhs
cheers Tor Grant and Collax and the success. VI
the Republican party. H. l.. E.
! Shoe Heel, N. c.