The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1869-07-09

There were seven tubs entered, viz: Del
uge 3, of Bath, Torrent ?, of Hallowell,
Washington 1, OF Gardiner, Androscoggin
., of Topsham. Il. +. Lyon I, OF Skowhe-
gan, Excelsior 2 OF Auburn, and the Tri-
umph I, of Biddeford. The trial took
place at } o'clock Monday afternoon, In
Haymarket square, with the following
result:
Torrent 2, Of Hallowell, 1872 Il. In.
Deluge }, of Bath, lS7 ."
X. +. Lyon /, Skowhegan, l73 s"
Andoscoygin 2, TOpsham. 2O3 o"
Excelsior ?, Auburn, isa 4"
Washington 1, Gardiner, l6S o"
TRIUMPH l, Biddeford, 203" 8"
and the Triumph of Biddeford received
the Trumpet awarded to tubs OF their class
for the best play" The Triumphs LEFT
Lewiston for Biddcford on Tuesday with
their engine decorated with flags, bouquets
and brooms to symbolic the "cleGa
S,eeep" which they had made. As soon
as il was known in Blddeford that the
prize at Lewiston had been won by the
Biddeford company the fire department
determined to give the Triumph boys a
public welcome home, and though the
time was short for preparations, the entire
fire departments of the two cities were
furnedout. and half past three O'Clock
Tuesday afternoon iormedin procession
and marched to Biddeford Depot. The pro-
ccssion was under the direction OF Chief
Engineer Simpson and his assistants, and
as IL marched through our streets pre-
scented a very imposing appearance. We
noticed In the procession the Pioneer Eli
CINE CO., Steamer Richard Vines, and the
Steamer Eben Simpson, all of Biddeford;
also tie Delugc Engine Co., and the
Steamer of Saco. The several tubs and
steamers were gayly decked with flowers,
and were drawn by horses also decked
for the occasion. The TrUmPhs were
taken entirely by surprise upon their ar
rival nj the Biddeford Depot at seeing
such an ovation offered them by their
brother fircmen of the Saco Valley. The
procession was reformed rs escort Mt the
depot, and marched down Main street to
Elm, and through Elm street to Saco. and
from Saeo, up Main street, Blddeford. Ia
City Hall, where a fine collation. was pre-
pared by our citizens. AS soon rs the
firemen had filed into the hall they were
called to order by Chief Engineer Simp-
son, and u speech of welcome was made
in behalf OF the fire department and clti-
zens by 4. III. HUBBARD, Esq. At the
conclusion of the dinner, speeches were
made by Rev. John Stevens, pastor OF the
Triumph Church." j. ii. Mcmillan,
Esq, Of the Saco Water Power CO., Capt.
q. Il. Chadbournc, Chief Engineer of the
Saco fire department, and Capt. Morton,
Of the Triumphs. Mr.. Mcmillan was
called out by Mr.. Hubbard, who stated
that In order for the fire companies to pre-
sent on this occasion full ranks Mr.. Nc
Mullan, Agent OF the Saco Water Power
Company, had kindly shut down his work.
giving every man an opportunity TO ap-
pear with his company. Mr.. Mcmillan
Was heartily cheered, and in response to
the call, made a very happy and timely
speech. After cheering the speakers the
fire departments of Biddeford aud Saeo,
and the companies that got beaten at Lew
iston. the companies joined In singing
America. which was repeated by the Bid
dcford Band. Capt. Turner then proposed
three cheers for the reunion Of the fire
men nj the two cities, which were given,
and then the boys left the hall to take
home the Machine" The occasion was
apleasant one, and will not be forgotten
by the iiremen.
Nothing more ncci be aided TO the accOun,
by the Democrat, which We borrow bodily, than
to compliment our Fire Companies at home for
the alaerity with which they joined in giving a
fitting reception to their fellow Company who
won the prize. It was heartily entered into and
veil executed. We are sorry that our absence
from home prscludcd our joining the glad com
pany in City HALL
Correction.
In giving the list Of officers elected by Post
Sheridan No. %. q. A. r., last week. the Adju-
tant's name should have been Ross, instead Of
Rose.
PurLir PmLurs.-The Western Christian
Advocate speaking Of Mr.. Phillips, who sings
in shaw's Hall next Friday evening says;
Those who have heard the sweet singer viii
have a lifelong recollection Of him, for he al
ways sings himself into the heart. His power Is
marvellous whether in the presence OF the high
est dignitarics Of the nation. at the conference,
prayer meeting, or Sabbath School, he charms
alike, and rvuses patriotism or devotion at viii.
Nor is he great alone on great occasions, before
vast assemblies. lie Is rs touching and as ten
der in the social circle, with select and admir-
ing few.
Dividend.
The first National Bank Of this city CORNER
iy City Bank) has declared . dividend Of Eve
per cent. payable July lst
STAFFORD.
In your last issue you stated that the town Of
Sanford voted TO invest money in the Portland
& Rochester X. r. Co. The vote was pa yeas
to l6i nays; yeas lack 81 votes Of twO-thiris
vote Nays think IL not vote.
Co..isg.
Tonight Truwbridge 4 Hart from the How.
arl Athensum, Boston. viii give an entertain
ment with Budworth. Cavsnsngh, Engel. snC
others besides their own individual selves I'm
vaudeville company. and as they appear In tn