The New Orleans crescent. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-28

reporter left they we're doing full justice to it.
The rep rter only regrets his inability to remain
longer, and returns many thanks tor kindness
shown him by the toliOgIng gentiemanly officers
Of the club: P. Clark, president; ,hn F. Simp-
son marshal; VIM O'Hern and ]. 8. Elliot, aids.
HurTah for the " Zou Zous."
The Seymour Legion
were out again last evening, Notwithstanding the
great preparations they are making for Saturdays
stupensous demonstration. At the Invitation of
Mr.. Edward Morphy brother of our distinguish
fellow citizen, Paul Morphy. the club repaired
% his residence on Esplanade street, near the
ner Of Burgundy, where Mrs. Morphy, in a neat
speech. characterized by much emotion, presented
the club with two beautifully wrought guidons
Of white and blue silk, fringed with heavy
bullion. The markers were received in
heholf of the legion by their secretary,
Mr.. Paul Capdsville, in an extempore
address which does credit to himself aud the
body TO which be happily belongs. The presen
tatiOn over, the gentlemen Of the seymour Legion
were treated TO a bowl of excellent punch
bTewed by the resolute confectiOner Of the Sec
ond District, Max NIhoul and then wended their
way up town on Magazine street corner Of Robin,
to the residence Of Major njamin Bloomfield,
20 receive at the hands Of one of Louisiana's
fairest daughters, Miss Leila Bloomfield, a superb
wreath. The presentation speech in this instance
was made by our gallant and refined friend, Col.
Thomas Maxwell.
The response came from Joe Rice. prince of
good fellows. and member Of the club. cola-
ton was then partaken Of, and appropriate
bumpers drank. To explain the absence of
torches in the procession of the SeymIu Legion,
We will soy that next Saturdays turnout re.
Gu red an overhsulIng of all the paraphernaa Of
the Legion consequently they could not be used
lat evening.
We must not forget to say that Mrs. Morphy's
residence, exteTioriy and interioriy, was beaut-
fully illuminated. and that one Of the presenters
of the guidons was Miss Rose Durel. whose
ami biity and devotion 10 our cause deserves
especial mention here.
The FTnu X blair Cadets.
Well known as ne of the crack clubs of our
cry, are tonight to receive a banner from their
young lacy fri nds OF the Third Ward. The
Cadets have well earned this mark of appreca-
ton, and the ladies but express the sentiments Of
the entire ward in which the club is located. The
presentation is TO take place at the ST. JOseph's
new Hall corner Common and DerbigBy streets,
at s O'clock. We have not learned Who will
speak for the ladies, but we do know that Mr.. p.
Hockett will respond for the club. For
special invitation to he on hand the Cadets have
our thanks. If possible we will answer TO it.
The Blair Knishts
Will receive wreath this evening. Members
are notified in another column to assemble in full
Uniform a. - O'Clock, at headquarters. cordial
invitstion is extended to all Democratic clubs to
participate In the procession to follow.
Seymour Osdet..
At NEE ting of this club. heid last night the
regu routine Of business was gone through !;
alter which the Hon. Judge Cutton d livered an
able and el' Quent aud ess and Was then folio we'd
nv Mr.. A. ID. henriqueZ the president, in brief
but soul stirring appeal to the members to be true
to their prnciples and steadfast in the cause of
Seymour and Blair.
having no ether business to transact the club
then adjourned to meet on Saturday the 29th, at
s O'Clock P. NJ. for the purpose of receiving
banner from the ladies OF the Fourth District and
participate in the grand parade.
The Blair s>ntinels
On Wednesday evening adopted the following
uniform: Black pants, white shirt with red cuffs,
and q white cap with the name Of the club upon
it. We have already printed the officers of this
club.
The Magnolia Rangers
Held quite an enthusiastic meeting last evening.
and judging from their roll, they are no laggards
members, and will, doubtless on Saturday take
prominent position.
The Tenth Ward Club
Held a regular weekly meeting last night, over
P6ster's feed store, opposite Magazine market,
and completed their arrangements to participate
in the grand demonstration next Saturday night.
They adjourned TO meet on the 29th Saturday at
five and half P. NJ.
Seymour knights.
The members of this club are ordered by their
grand marshal Maj. Robert ]. Duffy, to assemble
on the levee, between Common and Gravier
streets, on Saturday evening, August 20, at P.
NJ, in full uniform. Honorary members are in
vited to attend. See advertisement.
Seymour and Brair club.
This club met last night at their new room, Ma
tional Hall, Poydras street. Mr.. e. Royael was
unanimously elected marshal. After the transsc-
ton Of routine business the club adjourned to
meet this evening at "a O'Clock, for the transac-
ton of important business.
Tse Draymen
Had very large meeting last evening. After the
usual club business they passed resolutions to
join in the grand procession tomorrow night.
The CoIored steambsatmen
Held q full meeting at 8 o'clock yesterday after
noon. To night they are TO have banner pre-
sentstion on Lafayette square.
The Fourth Ward Democratic CIub
Held their weekly meeting last night, corner of
Canal and Franklin streets. The Fourth Ward
will be one of the most numerous and magnificent
in the procession to-morrow night.
The Wide Awakes,
From the Eighth Ward, were perfectly wide awake
last night. They did good service, aud always
will do as long as they have such men for their
officers and such in their ranks.
The nIsir Guard OF RS
Met last evening for the purpose Of making the
necessary preparations for the parade on SAtdr-
day evening. They were agreeably surprised by
the presentation of a handsome American flag
(silk) from Miss Mary G. Fout, accompanied by a
communication expressive Of her regard for the
welfare Of the club. The Guard are determined
TO come out strongly on Saturday.
Clubs Meeting Tonight.
The Cbsnticleer Club. at "a o'clock, at Chand-
ler's Warehouse, 76s Tchoupioulas street. to re
ceive their uniforms. Punctual attendance is re-
quested.
1he Crescent Mounted Club, at Eagle Hall, at
u O'clock. Special meeting. Honorary members
are requested 10 be present.
The Magnolia Rangers, at corner OF Magnolia
and MelpOmene streets, at O'Clock, to attend
banner presentation.
The Fossil Guards, at 20 st. Charles street, at
q O'Clock. Special meeting.
All msrshss for the grand procession are re-
quested to meet the grand marshal at 205 Canal
street, att O'Clock. Important business.
The Frank Blair Gusrds at l03 St. Charles
street, at O'Clock. TO attend the banner presen-
tstion Of the Frank Blair Cadets.
The Crescent City Democratic Club, corner Of
Prytsria and Jackson streets, at O'Clock. Regu-
lar weekly meeting
The Hendricks Guards. at No. 30 Royal street,
at O'Clock. Special business.
The Blair Knights over Havkius's saloon, at "a
O'Clock, TO receive a wreath full uniform.
The Minute Men Of O8, corner st. Charles and
Gravier streets, at u O'Clock. Regular weekly
meeting.
The Second Ward COlored Club, at the Jackson
Railroad depot, at 70 o'clock.
The Old Hickory Club, at Freret's press, on Per-
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