New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-05
and a good piece il is. In all. one Of the
best features of the parade.
Columbia No. 5.

best features of the parade.
Columbia No. 5.
The marshals were Philip Hoffman ana
John Donellan; president W. +. NC
Daniels; Thomas Wizard, treasurer; "a.
Phillips, secretary c. w. Grandjean' lore
man: T. H. Bur1 and John Kavanagh. as
sistants. Their hand eng inc was decorated
with tasty temple, covered with White
tule, under which was portion OF the COM
pany's silverware. The machine was pant
ed in delicate colors, but this organization
is deserving of something better. Every
member is "a host, and as body, IS noted
for its power to execute, never failing, being
always Ready" 1t would be hard to ind
a better looking company.
Louisiana Hose steam Eagine Company.
| Years ago, before steamers were invented,
this company modestly contented itself with
a hose carriage, but as there were enterpris-
inc men in it they progressed with the
times. Two steamers were purchased, botn
| of good standard. and now this is one of the
most effective companies in the department.
| Charles T. Howard and j. II. Sherman
were marshals: Charles Madden, president;
George Velets, secretary; Daniel Malone,
treasurer; w. II. Drury, foreman, assisted
| by David Snider and A. Mclean. On the
engine was a life size figure of little Annie
Howard, in white and gold, from which was
stretched a streamer, naming the young
| lady. In one hand was perfumed bOuquer
ou the head was a pretty wreath, making
all look bright and happy. Mr.. Howard,
one of the pillars Of this company, takes
much pride in it. and when finances are in
question he settles the outside bills. Mr.
Joseph p Hornor is always en- hand to at
tend to the eloquence. The men wore new
uniforms, and are well disciplined under
Mr.. Drurv. Four gray steeds drew the
machine while about fifty members marched
in advance.
! Mechanics No.G
| Here comes a company. every member OF
which takes an especial pride in its organ
ization, and they approach perfection, either
doing duty or out on parade. The uniforms
are without flaw, tidy as men can dress.
Not an individual but can perform a full
days work at his profession or labor to
save. The motto is a good one: =" United
we stand. divided We fail" On the machine
we noticed several pieces of rare silverware
and an elegant wreath presented by Mrs.
James Oates. Silver trumpets. half dozen,
adorned the engine-won in aard fought
| contests. The mashals were Judge Atocha
and General Badger John McCatfrey pres
ident: Henry Tharp, vice president; Thomas
! Mccormack, foreman, assisted by Billy
johnson and Ed. Halligan: A. Dapremont,
secretary 2. II. Waters, treasurer-an eff
fectlve body of officers. AS they paraded
| the streets all eyes were turned toward
them, the number on the ropes counting
| about. ei.hty-tive. This is enc q the most
active and effective companies i'll the de
partment, although they have nothing but
| "a hand engine. They are ready TO take up
any challenge in their degree. After the
procession was dismissed this fire company
! INDUCED in a hearty dinner IN the St.
| Charles Hotel, spelling good appetltes and
shaking thirsty tongues
Eagle No. Z.
AS this company formed their portion of
the line. and followed the flag borne by the
standard-bearer, the people saw with salts
faction the emblem Of the flying eagle, de
noting sviftness and an uuegrirg dash,
while a perfect spray of silvered chains fell
| from the eagles beak. as water from its
| source, and covered the whole extent of the
! engine. Wherever the snn's light touched.
cleaning beauty was revealed. and the
| scarcity of ribbons was not remarked. owing
! to the display of more material beauties.
| As fast as the engine moved the bell sJrurh h.
adding thereby to the effect, while the bril-
| liancy of the engine, glitteling like jewel
| in its setting, showed how ornamental the
| useful can be made. The officers OF this
| company are: James Campbell, president:
| II. Mcdonnell. secretary; H.WaX. treasurer:
| H. Klinger. foreman; William A. Nancctt
| and James Hylaud
! phonix No. =.
| First alter the music tan excellent oandi
! came three flags, horne by as many sta!wart
men, and the engine which was soon drawn
| in sight was probably the more noticed as
| no attempt lad been made at ornaments
ton. and hence tie cylinder and other
parts were literally ready for duty. The
horse was the chief point where observa-
ton centered, and the pains bestowed upon
his appearance made The animal hins eli
conscious Of his chief mark Of distinction.
Hope Hook and Ladder No. 3.
| The braying Of the band now heralds the
| approach Of a company. the special pride
of its section and the boast of the depart
ment Following the flag, borne by one
of the stontest among the heavy men, about
sixty men drew the truck. which, newly
painted and gildeo. as if the ladders on its
not for use. was suImounted by the golden
| figure of Hope. the hand upraised and
| pointing forever upward. Even as they
| give place to the succeeding engine, and 50
| on through the line, the figure is not shut
| out from the eyes of the thTong. and that
the hope all tiremen afford may never be
| rubbed out in despair, is the wish OF al
teholdcrs. The men whom the company
| have honored with their selection as officers
are the representatives Of the worth and
manliness in their section, and are as iol
lows: A. Fl. Swanson, president; +. t. Lane
| secretary: NJ. Carrol, treasurer: William
| Swan. foreman; N. Cunningham, first assist
ant: NJ. Rllss second assistant.
Creole No. o.
This, one Of the oldest companies, if we
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