The New Orleans crescent. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1866-1869, 1868-10-24

LOCAL POLITICS.


This magnificent organization to praise wnicn
is to"gd refined gold" were out last night, iaiy
some Of their friends. They formed az tner nead'
quarters, at the old Washington Artillery Arsenal,
on Cirod street. about seven o'clock, ana tnence
marched into Camp street and down 10 Oana,.
they passed our office marching in sections, with
that pre- cison of step and splendid appearance py
which they are now well known, and psla Us, as
they passed, the compliment OF marching salute.
Around Canal street they marched and then up
town to the residence of Patrick Coyie;
Esd. on Bacchus street, between st. Andrew aud
Josephine streets. They gave Mr.. Coyle lwho 10
an honorary member OF the ciuol serenaae,
wien be invited the whole club to discuss, over
sor6e huge bowls of creature comforts, the pros
pects Of our party and our candidates. Inc
Soutbrons accepted, broke ranks, and soon the
house was filed with ardent Democrat, eager 70
display, in the manner requested BY Mr. Coyle,
boih their esteem for him and their attachment 70
The cnuse. When every member had partaken OF
the hosts s5S sne sTses san ns of
Gsody "a f6e name sh ~ the Scosutbronass' Me-
]. @. Nixon Jr.. told Mr.. Coyle how deeply the
cuo felt his kindness, to which that gentleman
responded in few words, expressing bis gratin-
cation at the honor conferred on him In his elec-
ton as an honorary member OF the Southrons,
and of his respect for the club and his trust in them
Next to the residence of Capt. Flower, on Caron.
delet street, whom they serenaded; then to that
Of Mr.. Grandjean, their secretary, whom they also
serenaded. Here another entertainment awaited
them. ard such an entertainment! The tables
were plentfuly spread with refreshments OF
every Kind, not emitting such huid decorations as
men after a march may be excused for enjoying
Before leaving this hospitable mansion, Mr.. Alex.
DaIsheimer made to the club an address unusually
able in its matter, and unusually eloquent IN us
manner. Not forgetting to mention the serenade
given to Mr.. West, we have concluded the ac-
count of what the Southrons did last night.
On their way down Camp street the club halted
In front of the CRESCENT Office and gave us
beautiful serenade and three hearty cheers.
Thank you, gentlemen, we appreciate such COM
pliments as these.
The Tiger @ ub.
This club met last evening at Diamonds Hotel,
fully represented, Mr.. A. Mitchell, president, in
the char, who called the meeting to order.
The minutes of the last meeting were read and
approved, q report from the finance committee
received, and, on motion, recess was taken to
allow members to pay their dues. The funds
having been collected, the president again called
the meeting TO order, and stated that to morrow
would be the last day to register, and asked any
member present who was not registered to state
the reasons, and IL in the power OF the club the
objection would be removed. All having regis
tered, he stated that he was informed the metro
politan police had taken charge of the ferry land
ing to-day at jackson street, and attempted to
prevent the people from going to the assistance of
the inhabitants Of Gretna, whose property was
in blaze from the torch of the incendiary. He
understood that negroes were invited for the
purpose from the neghboring plantations. 1t
was also stated that the police attempted to
search the houses for firearms, but were res sted.
Mr.. M. ID. Lagen then came forward and ad.
dressed the club in q speech of great force and
effect. BE appealed to the Tigers, and he knew
he was not talking idly when he asked them to
attend to their rights as citizens and Democrats,
to go to the polls early and vote, and see that
every man entitled to vote idid 30. Mr.. Lagens
spech was highly appauded, and cheer after cheer
was given. The whole Club was wild with enthu
siasm. After the excitement had subsidized little 4,
Mr. Sam Smith was loudly called for, and as ne
rol ard mn Wi
speech of Mr.. Smith was general one; he
touched upon all subjects of interest to the peo-
pie, in a way that was effective and interesting.
Mr.. Smith, after good many eloquent remarks,
thinking be had spoken sufficiently long, was
about 10 retire. but the calls him to 60 on were
so numerous that he continued, and closed by say
ing that the steam engine was on the track with
Horatio Seymour as engineer, Frank Blair con.
ductor, and the Dem )cratic passenges would land
them in the White House, which was greeted with
rounds Of applause.
DR.. Lockwood was then called for and intro.
duced by the president. He did not see what he
could add TO the eloquent remarks OF the gentle
man that preceded him, bat ne felt an honor 10
being called upon by such large and respectable
body of bis fellow Democrats. He referred to the
incendiary attempt TO burn Gretna by the negroes
and urged the Tigers to be vigiant to do their
duty il they did not wish to see the city in ashes
and the bare walls OF its cbimneys. He had nc
doubt of the success Of the Democratic nomi'
nees, but every man must do his duty, and he
doctors remarks three hearty cheers we're given
him, and he was unanimously elected an hon
Orary member Of the club.
communication from w. G. Melvin, addressed
to member of the club was read, stating that he
was elected "a member of the late body called
the General Assembly of the State Of Louisiana
by the so-ealed Republican party of the parish o
Natchitoches, and that he abjures all connection
with that corrupt and irresponsible party" ant
asks to be admitted member of the Tigers, say
ing he is going to vote for Seymour and Blair
He was elected as requested. The communica-
ton will be found In another column. delegs-
thanks was rendered them and three cheers given
The club then on motion adjourned.
The Magnolia Democratic Club
Met Friday evening and had large attendance
es members present. The club proceeded to bust
ness, when the following resolutions were
adopted:
Resolued, That any member falling to register
: by Saturday evening his name will be stricken
from the roll.
Resolued fi1dsel, That each and every mem
Der failing on the Sd day of November to compl.
to the motto of this club will be treated with con
tempt and scorn.
Vote Of thanks given to Miss Rosauna Gsuche
Miss Mary Mercy also to MIR. J. U. Nixon, Or
The meeting then adjourned to Tuesday evening
The Crescent City Clsb
LIT last night their council fires, and assembled
in their wigwams, discussed long and earnestly
the hest method of carrying on the campaign
Each brave, nom the Sacnem DOWN the long list Oh
warriors, was asked il be had his egstrston papers
and there were but few who, In response to the
question, could not produce the magic documents
Business over. Mr.. Percy Roberts Of whom We
have had occasion to speak before this, delivered
a splendid ad dress, full OF fire and vigor ant
Astounding in strong common sense. The Ores
cents then adjourned to meet again next Tuesdsy
the ladies' night.
The Magnolia Rangers.
At meeting of the above named club, he'll
last evening, the following named gentlemen wer
elected to fill the vacancies existing: b. Y. Sad
dler. president and b. Childress, Jr., grand mar
ebal. The finance committee are hereby notide
to attend meeting on next Saturday, at p. NJ.
al the hall of John Boensel, treasurer Of the club
stock Landing Ciub.
The banner presentation has been postpone
until Wedne sday evening next the 18th inst. Ever
Climb in New Orleans, Agers, Jefferson City an
Carrollton is invited to participate in the csre
monies.
vxu.so- aoldiers, asd- Sailors Democrat
Club. =
There will be meeting of this club to night q
the rooms, Noe. So and IS Csrondelet street
; Members who have registered since the last meet