The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-09-09
THE BANQUET LAST NIGHT.
A MOST INTERESTING OCCASION.
A Flew of Reason and Flow of Soul.
ToAsTs, RESPONSES, AND MUSIC.

The Pathological exhibition, which has
occupied the attention of our citizens and
thousands of strangers, attracted hither by
it during the last week, closed last evening
with a banquet at Assembly Hall. The oc-
casion was in every way fitting termina-
ton of the very interesting and profitable
ceremonies of the week. 1t was the occa-
sion of the interchange of sentiments which
reflect honor upon all who participated. II
was the closing scene of complete victory
over sectional prejudice, hatred, and strife.
We can scarcely find language adequate
to describe the real genuine good feeling
which characterized the meeting last night.
We hope much from the influences created.
''Peace hath its victories no less than war;
The victories of peace leave no gaping
wounds, no widows, no orphans but hap
piness and prosperity follow.sthem.
The tables were laden with choice viands.
They were arranged parallel to each other,
and were decorated with the beautiful pyra-
mids, baskets and other floral ornaments
contributed to the exhibition. Then, alter
mating with these were pyramids of candy,
fruits, &C., all combining to make tasteful
and snowy display. As Zetelle and Pizzini
united their taste and skill in providing the
viands we need hardly add that nothing
was wanting to make the banquet complete
in this respect.
Near one end of the portion of the hall
used for the banquet was the magnificent
mammoth mound of richly colored plants
and gay flowers from Morton's, and at the
far end rose up like slanting floral wall a
like contribution from Messrs. Leckenby IL
Laird, and Turner.
After the supper had been duly discussed
the following regular toasts were proposed
and drunk, with an enthusiasm that showed
that the wine was good.
l. ''The American Pathological Society: Mar
shalled by a Wilder, it haa grown into vigorous
manhood, and may its future years be as glorious
as its past has been auspiciots" Responded to
by Hon. Marshall p. Wilder, of Massachusetts,
2. 'Tne Virginia Horticultural and Pomoloei-
cal Society: May It's labors cause her fair hills and
valleys TO blossom as the rose with natures own
ornaments OF clinging vines and pendant bonghs
and beauteous fioWers.n Responded to by Hon. A.
M. Kelley, of Richmond
g. "Caitoi mia: The modern real Hesperides,
whose orchards and vineyards, rooted in golden
soil, bear "A golden fruitage.'' Responded to by
Dr. j. S. Curtiss, of California
4. "Pomologists: The benefactors of mankind.
By their fruits we shall know them.'' Responded
TO by Judge Joel Parker, Massachusetts,.
5. ''Our Fair Countrywomen As dear as the
apples of our eyes" Responded to by Judge
Schiey, Georgia.
g. 'The Premium Fruit Though it elected
peals of applause it deserves to be encored.''
Responded to by Colonel II. W. Furnass, Ne
braska.
I. ''The True Pomol'gist: His reputation can
not be impedched or his integrity impaired.
When asked for his jewels he proudly points to
his nursery" Responded to by Hon. Mr.. Flagg,
Illinois.
s. Home Adornments: The first abode OF
man was decorated with fruits and fiowers-lnoy
the precedent be forever followed to decorate
and adorn our homes.'' Responded to by +. r.
Elliott Ohio.
8. "The Wine Pres and the Printing Press
The powers behind the throne greater than the
throne itself. May neither never dethrone rea-
son; but may the evergreen virtues of the one
counteract the insidious wills of the other, and
both joined together, ever exemplify the truth OF
the adaee, In uino peritas u Responded to by
W. S. Gilman, of the Enquirer,
The banquet continued until a late Oh
rather early hour, and number Of interest.
ing speeches were made in response to vol
unteer toasts.