The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1868-08-19
Anniversary of the Seventeenth Maine
Kexamenr.

OH MoHuay evening aIGef tne exercises at
Lancaster Hall were concluded, the members
| of the association were politely invited by Adj
T. j. BOothby to the White House, in West
brook, where they partook of handsome sup
per, got up under the auspices of Adj. Booth
by. AT the tables pleasant reunion Of the
returned officers occurred. The house was
thrown open to the members, where they re-
manned for the night.
The regiment continued their celebration of
their sixth anniversary yesterday, by visit to
Old Orchard Beach, and all who took part in
the pleasures of the occasion, had grand good
time, for our soldier boys understand the true
art of enjoying themselves, and making others
equally happy.
At eight O'clock A. NJ, the regiment Assem-
bled at the Office of General Mattocks, and
from there proceeded to the depot of the Port
land, Portsmouth and Saco Railroad, where
they took passage upon the train, putting them
selves under the care of conductor Sanborn,
and were pleasantly conveyed to Saco march
ing to the Saco HOTEL which is kept in excel
lent order by Mr.. Cleaves, by whom they were
politely received.
After passing few moments there they took
a delightful ride to Old Orchard Beach. On
the way pleasing anecdotes were told, and the
scenes of campaign life were once again re-
called. Arriving at Old Orchard Beach nearly
all repaired to behold the mighty expanse of
old ocean, rolling on in all its vastness, gran
deur and beauty.
AT o'clock P. M. the dinner bell sounded,
and most welcome sound it was to all. They
marched with quick step to the dining hall of
the Gorham House. Col. Roberts presided,
and after grace was said by Rev. Mr.. Root, of
st. PauPs Church, Portland, all went to work
in good earnest to partake of a dinner con-
sisting ofthe choicest viands of the season. The
entertainment was got up in the best manner
possible.
After all had feasted beautifully, Col. Rob-
erts called them to order, and the following
toasts were given and responded to:
The 17h Maine Regiment Acknowledgement
tor the purpose OF perpetuating and keeping alive in
the hearts of its members the memory of the scenes
of the great rebellion and of comrades who fell. May
member remains to point with justable pride to the
pr nd record of our gallant Regiment.
Responded to by Col. Roberts.
The nth Mdine-Let us ever remember with pride
and cherish for all time the reeollections of its gal
liant deeds upon our thirty hard fought fields.
Responded to by Gen. Mattocks.
The american Union- May that Union tor which
we fought, and Tor which so many of our beloved
comrades laid down their lives, be perpetual; and
may it ever find ready and willing defenders in its
hour OF adversely as sprung to its during the
dark days of the recent rebellion.
Responded to by Gen. Hobs6n
The Day zoe Celebrate
In memory still adored,
The dayof our sun-brght nuptials
With the musket and the sword"
Responded to by Major Houghton.
The Red Diamond-The first distinctive badge ever
worn by the armies of the United States never de-
feated though always at the front Its lustre can
never be dimmei in the emory of those who proud
ly wore it in the department where bullets whistled
Responded to by Capt. j. S. Wiggin, of Bath
Our Gallant Dead -------
"Let us never forget our comrades who stood
LII the day OF distress by our side
While the moss of the valley grew red with their
They Tired not, but conquered and died.
The which now blesses our arms with his light
Saw them iall on the battle stained plain.
Oh let him not blush when he leaves us tonight
To find that they fell there ia vain"
Responded to by Capt. J. o. Thompson.
The Stars and Stripes
Our flag is there! our flag is there!
We hail it with three loud huzzas;
Our flag is therel our flag is there!
Behold its glorious stripes and stars.
Stout hearts have fought for that bright flag,
Strong hands sustained it maat-head high;
anu on! TO see now proud 1t waves
Brings tears of joy to every eye.
Responded to by Rev. Mr. Root
The State Of Maine-Our political Alma Mater, we
love her institutions and we will defend her honor,
not the least because she has honored of her most
gallant soldiers scholars and gentleman by assigning
him the guest chamber in which she has Tain her best
chair for his occupancy.
Responded to by Mr.. Reeves.
Our First Commander-Though superseded in
rank by some OF his subordnates, they have not
MIA in rnffa
shine, we still follow the eagle that led us into our
first battle.
Tile Ladies'
Disguise our bondage as we will,
IT'S lovely woman rules us still.
Responded to bv Lieut. Stafford.
Our Chartey-Though he has given part of himself
to his country, he still fills whole mans place in
our affections.
Responded to by Adiutant Chas. w. Roberts
Our Orator and Post-The finished periods of our
eloquent orator with his sound sentiments in phoso-
ply and political economy, and the sweet flowing song
OF our re erend poet with his witty illusions and high
toned spirituality, have charm GU association as
well as our invited friends. May they long be spared
to enuncate such Oratons and poems to MANY future
gatherings of our Regiment
Responded to by Gen. Hobson and Capt.
Thompson
A historical poem was read by Col. c. C.
Hayes, State Agent. He brought in the names
of the former officers of the Regiment.
Several gifts were presented, one of a zenus
spoon and company's axe to Gen. Hobson. and
right general guide flag to 1t. Uriah Briggs.
which afforded much sport from the replies re-
turned. The whole was an occasion of rare
interest. The company gave three hearty
cheers for Gov Chamberlain, called out bv the
toast which alluded to him. Three cheers were
given for Charley Roberts A meeting of the
Association was held for business after dinner
In the evening the members sat down to a
supper at the Saco House, at which history
of the Regiment was read by Col. Verrill.
WARD SEvEN.-The Grant and Colfax Climb
of this Ward had an enthusiastic meeting last
evening. The list of gentlemen enrolled as
members of the organization was largely in
creased. Speeches were made by G. G. Chap
man, Capt. Enoch knight, F. g. Patterson. G.