The Portland daily press., 1870-09-15
The Army and Navy Exeursion,

If we call the early days of April Winter
lingering in the lap OF Spring." may we no
properly speak Of yesterday as Summer lingei
ing in the lap OF Autumn? for while there wal
that faint hectic upon the leaves and that pc
culiar buoyancy in the atmosphere which fore
tells the decay Of the year, the sun still CAV,
tokens of its power, making it pleasant to b.
out of doors, and rendering the day q perfec
one for an excursion. Our friends of the Ar
my and Navy were fortunate therefore in theil
selection of day for their trip to Lake Sebago
andetill more fortunate, moreover, in that moi
single contretemps occurred to NOR their
pleasure or that of their guests.
Precisely at the hour appointed the organi-
zition fell in at their hall and marched over
the published route of the procession to the
depot, where the train was in readiness to
take them to the Lake with their friends. The
Union were attred in their new and elegant
uniforms, which drew forth frequent encomi-
ums from the crowds that lined the Streets
The uniform consists of chapeau with white
and blue plume, dark blue suit, white waist
belts, small swords and buff gauntlets. Ar
rived at the depot, the long train of nine cars,
ILL.,
9 30 for Sebago.
Upon reaching the Lake an immense plat
form was discovered in the grove, where many
INDUCED in saltatory performances to the su-
perb music of the Portland Band, while others
INDUCED in croquet and ring.toss. Great
numbers were present from Bridgton, Stand
lsh and surrounding towns, who were cordial
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who eagerly accepted the invitation Not a
few enjoyed the sail in the Oriental on the
charming Lake, and the music of an impro-
vised chorus was waited over the water to the
ears of those on shore. About one o'clock all
sat down to an excellent collation., in regard to
which too much praise cannot be given to the
the nan that prepared the ehowder. Coffee
was furnished free to all who chose to partake,
even to those who were present from the
country. Dinner over, dancing, singing, ana
the various games were resumed until 30 P.
NJ, when the excursionists re-embarked on
the cars, and during the hour that elapsed be-
fore reaching the city, the train resounded
with the voices of ladies and gentlemen united
in singing martial melodies to the ACCOMPANY
ments of the band
At the depot in the city a large crowd had
collected, including many of our prominent
citizens, who united in hearty cheers for the
Union, to which the A. & N. U. responded
with cheers also for those of our citizens who
had accompanied them on their trip. From
the depot the company marched to Army and
Navy Hall, and as they passe d Machigonne No.
l; the bell of the steamer was rung and cheers
given, the salute being properly recognized
At the hall President Gordon made short
speech, in which he thanked the men for their
excellent behavior during the day, their good
marching, and the success of the excursion:
and vote of thanks was proposed to Vice
President f. G. Patterson, the chairman of
the committee of arrangements, for his efforts
to which they were so much indebted for their
enjoyment. Vice President Pate rson in re.
after thanking them for this token
OF their esteem, said that they must remember
that their work was not wholly finished, but
that they were to give a course of co pcer,s and
lectures the coming winter, and believing that
he citizens would support those who fought
and bled for them, if each and every member
worked for their success. Not too much credit
can be given to the members of the Union who
have succeeded in making the organization
one of our most worthy institutions, and who
are determined not only to perpetuate the
of their struggles to preserve united
country. but also by furnishing pleasure to
our citizens further the interests of the organi-
cation.
We must not forget the sery ices rendered by
LIa ali
Black, who were ready to assist Sheriff Perry
and Deputy Sheriff Paine, If there had been
any necessity for SO doing; but there was none.
Not single drop of liquor was allowed on the
grounds, and everybody was enthusiastic in
praise of the excursion.
We understand that any officer or soldier
who served in the war is cordially invited to
Join the Union.