The union Democrat., 1869-05-22
Letter from san Franci.eo.
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the ever varying scenes, give one no quiet
time for thought 1t is very well for any one
TO come here once in while from the noun
tains, indulge in the dissipation and rlscality.
the good and bad things, incident 10 one OF
the fastest cities Of the world, and then re-
turn to the sylvan retreats Of old Tuolumne
wiser if not sadder mar, thinking after all.
that if we do not make fortunes quickly or
live fast. yet we can enjoy life in quiet con-
tented way.
Speaking of Tuolumne reminds me of the
great number of former residents now making
their homes in this city, not day passes bu'
delighted to meet any one from the old
stamping ground. pressing invitations with
so much fervor that it is almost impossible TO
resist the solicitations.
There seems TO be an "esprit du corps" ex-
isting among Tuolumne people not observed
nmong residents of any other county in the
State; you are introduced as Mr.. Smith
from Tuoumne," or as ian old Tuolumne
man." People frem there recall with plea
sure "reminiscences of the palmy days of the
county, asking about individuals with whom
they were acquainted in former days. IL
fact, even in this busy city, meeting so many
Tuolumne folks, almost makes us think we
are back again in the mountains. Judge
Quint, Judge Barber, Gen. Cazneau, are re-
cognized powers here and don't forget their
old homes Among edi ors, f. A. Rockwell
Of the Call has fought his way till he now
edits journal having the largest circulation
of any on the Pacific Coast. | recolect him
ago in Sonora. Dogberry has just resigned
the charge of the Figaro from desire for
relaxation, and now is making footsteps some
where up country. DR.. Gum, of the Times,
published the first Sonora Herald, so many
years ego that don't care to recollect. DR.
Fitzgerald, Of the Spectator. is winning gol-
den opinions for the able and impartial man
ner with which he performs his duties as State
Superintendent both the DR.. and his ama-
bic lady have vivid recollection of their resi-
questions about dear friends in Tuolumne.
OF the present Tuoumheites we meet many;
they come and depart daily, but attraction
causes us to come III contact on Montgomery
street. Messrs. Gardiner, Dr. Crossett, York
Morgan, Pereira and many others have been
seen one or two days, and then like comets
take their departure for unknown regions
Have seen Richmond several times but be
seems so full of business that one can catch
but passing glimpse sometimes he is in
the book business and is despatching his
purchases; then he Is full of Insurance ::
again he will have a pretty girl on his arm,
(you know he has q penchdRt that way,l gall
wanting about; altogether he seems TO have
his hands full, but tells me he is going to re-
turn tomorrow.
The events of the period are the Railroad
celebration and the State Teachers Institute
The celebration was magnificent and beat any
thing ever attempted in this city before it
was exciting to see the immense concourse of
people, both in the procession and on the
street, and yet it was planned and executed
in n very short time. The contradicting re-
ports about the time, prevented many from
participating. Having been an invited guest
through the kindness of Col. Holt, and taking
a part myself, | could not see all the process
sion, but | can vouch for the concourse of
pretty women and well dressed men on the
street; also for the liberality of the mana gers
evinced in the magnificent luncheon and
sparkling champagne provided for the guests.
As the people here have Railroad on the
brain our Tuolumne road meets with some at
tenton of course Tuolumne men interest
themselves ir all that will benefit that county
and we have taken particular pains to i'm
~ l.. e
which will accrue FROM the building of our
road. Our progressive men have awakened
10 the idea that Railroads make countries
and not countries make Railroads" San
Francisco will be benefited if our Railroad
unites the mountains to the sea-"
The Teachers Institute was success as
far os number and good fellowship can be
called such. Superintendent Fitzgerald pre-
sided with great ability. but, just recovering
from q severe illness, was not assisted as he
should have been. hy soma San Francisco
teachers who monopoized the time of the In
stitute in frivolous discussion and word handv-
ing with each other. There were anout 500
Teachers present, 500 Of them being ladies'
and the majority from San Francisco. Tuo-
umne represented by Superintendent
Clark. Mr.. York and DR.. CrnsSett the DR..
was called upon TO deliver an Essay on Vocal
Music, but declined on the ground of severe
cold. (a common thing hcrel.
President Fitzgerald had arranged good
programme and did his best toward carrying
it out, but was overrulei by the war If words
cmnating from some few individuals. Or
course these remarks are only applicable To
two or three persons. for all say Of the
great body of teachers present, that they
were earnest in their desire 10 do something );
and there was so much cordaliry and good
feeling evinced, that we all felt that we
wonld like TO have ano,her one sometime. An
exhibition Of the Deaf, Dumb and Blind class
OF Prof. Wilkinson. was, with all. the exercise
OF the Institute; many ore, - not accus-
toned to the melting mood" was filled with
tears while witnessing the exercise. desire
mere To state. at the request of Prof Wilkin-
son, that 1t there are anv Deaf and Dumb or
Bind IN rualumne, they can be educated at
the expense of the State if there are any
such. on mv return to Taalumne. / will he
happy ta co1imunicate IN those interested. the
manner in which fine education can be
given 10 these unfnrtunntes
Some ct the stage and steamer lines were
very liberal To the teacher daleya,as - or,o