The New York herald., 1869-07-06
NEW YORK HsRBOR.

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Brilliant Display of Bunting--(srapd Recep-
ton on the French fian-of-War Semira-
mis-Beauiiful Spectacle and Great Honors
to Uncle sam.
The mutually OF the link OF amity and friendship
existing between France and the United states was
yesterday sincerely demonstrated on board tile
French man-of-war semiramis, whose description
has already appeared In the columns Of tho
HERALD. Even those who had basked in the sun
shine OF Southern France, breathed the delicious
atmosphere OF that lovely cline and were strength
ened by its invigorating, though gentle breezes-
even such healthy connosseurs honestly confessed
that more charming day had never dawned on
festival. And glorious one 1t was-nowhere more
1oyously honored than on board the Semiramis-
With courtesy, warmth and open-hearted-
ness That perhaps boasting relations
might fail to have exhibited the gallant
commander or the Semiramis left nothing undone on
his part to honor the great anniversary Of American
independence. Far as the eye could reach In what
ever direction brilliant buntingthe flags OF all ma
lions on the globe-wayed gloriously from jibboom
end 10 tafrai on every craft in sight. Conspicuous
among all was national emblem, and nowhere
more prominently displayed than on the Semirams
Truly lt was gala day upon the rlpplng waters OF
the spacious harbor-rippng, for the gentle breeze
appeared to act IN consonance with the grand cele
bratou. The mighty barks and ships that mad per-
haps struggled months 10 reach these welcoms
shores; the coastlng briggs and schooners, which
closely hug the land with valued merchandise,
through long and tedious trips; even the dashlng
little soops. canal boats ana lazy lighters, all, all
were decorated to honor the day. The feTryboats
formed an especial feature, for they evidently RI
vailed each other In their appropriate displays Bun
aloof from all-not In sentiment desire 10
honor-aloof from all stood the noble Semiramis
the very picture OF noble vessel, and the most
gaily decorated one atoat. And while her exterior
presented all that the most ardent lover of his coun
try could hope from foreign and friendly craft, r
IN the way OF cordial recognition OF the occasion
the expansive deck OF the Senirams, with its mag
tnOrOIIQl warmth
ing, the immediate friendship and extreme polite
ness ever characteristic OF the French people, witt
which the numerous guests were received on board
Enthusiastically proclaimed their gallant manifesto
tons OF friendship and hospitality to be thoroughl
sincere. 1t was brilliant day on board; festIva
more completely enjoyable tnan many plac,
ashore; not more so ON account OF the cheerfgneJ
OF the occasion than because OF the extreml
courtesy OF the officers. With appreciation
of the annual festival worthy OF the occa.
on the part OF Admiral Mequet invitations ex-
tended 20 the etite OF New YORK to be present on
board the Semiramis on the national anniversary,
the cards being couched as foliows;-
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II Is needless to state that this cordial invitation
was responded to by brilliant throng, prominent
among those being several United states Officers
French ana American ladies' The alter portion OF
the vessel was gaily and handsomely lestooued;
amigsbps the most Vaiegated and nclersaan
bunting, artlsticaliy interviewer, formed cheerful
and agreeable canopy, While close to the massive
bulwarks elegant lounges were conveniently SCI
apart and among the prominent objects was wei
polished stack OF arms, relieved at the baa
by handsome colors just behind the excellent
band OF the Semiramis, surrounded by banners ant
ghtterlng ordnance rendered the most deliciou
small degree to enhance the pleasure the brilliant
scene. Gently stealing meath the apertures OF the
yariegated awning flaming breeze crept pleasantly
and charmed the agreeableness of the promenade
Among those present were Professor, Mrs. and Misi
Doremus; Miss BlOodg0od, Miss Belcher Mist
Deinger the Misses Delarorest, Mile. Alien, Cap
tain and Mrs. strong, United states Navy; Mrs ant
Miss Dosency, Miss vamderpool Miss Bettner pro,
fessor J. Danie, of Brooklyn; Captain Trenchard
United States Navy; Captain Custnan and ladies'
Captain Mottez, OF the Jean Bart the commander OF
the obgato, NJ Landofe, ana several Officers OF pots
ships; Lieutenant Brecse United States Marines; Sur
geon Palmer, United states Navy. Invitations were
also extended TO Admiral farragut, Admiral GodoD,
General Neil and other distinguished naval and
military officers, many OF whom, owing to numer.
engagements for the day, were unavoldably ab-
sent. fne noble Admiral Meguet was most untiring
In his courtesy and attention 10 his guests ana it Is
but righ; to say tnat he was most ably assisted in
his generous enieavors by Commander De
Franchen, Second Commander Guyon and the staG.
consisting of Captains Guerin chieD De CuvereiIe,
alde.de-camp and Leutenante De Lagrene ofricter
d'ordnance; First Surgeon vesco Lleutenants
Duchet, Moye. De Laplere, Marqm, de
Towards Two O'Clock the scene became very brilila
and entertaining. Exquisite music was waited tn
gallant French tars, with elastic step were every.
where, but nowhere out or place, while AFT q gay
III NhiOu DllAut ana
some toilets shone brilliantly in the thefy rays
OF genial sun. But the frank and inviting smile OF
the brave Admiral was completely irresistible, and
at his welcome sign the terpsichorean festivities
were commenced to the most popular and enchant-
ing airs Nearly all mingled In the pleasant dance,
and TIL after three O'Clock al went merry board
the semlramIs. After splendid deiener daneing
was resumed and vigorously kept up till the dusky
shades or evening fell around. The guests then de-
parted not only delighted 10y Their cordial reception
but honored by the appropriate manner IN which
the noble maIlotwar mad observed the day.
Review of United States Troops Mt Governors
Island.
The ninety-third anniversary or our national inde.
pendence was appropriately observed the mintarJ
station at Governors Island yesterday All labor
ma military duties were suspended for the day. and
he fort was gaily decorated with nags for the occa
non. Az half.past eleven A. M. the troops were
'araded In fu dress, and marched past IN review M
uck time and IN good order. The reviewing officer
vas General Nelll AT the conclusion of the reyleW
he national salute prescribed III the Revised Re-
,uations was fired after which the respective re0t
nents were dismissed Tor the day.
the FIREWORKS.
Madison square.
There was an immense crowd OF snectasors in
fadlson square last evening to witness the display
# fireworks. The structures for tho pyrotechnlcs
we're erected on the stone plaza which surrounds
he Worth monument and the yarious pleces vyere