The morning star and Catholic messenger. [volume] (New Orleans [La.]) 1868-1881, 1872-04-07

| st. Stephens Church.-The fast increasing Ca
tholic population of the Sixth District sho WIS
the urgent necessity of fastening the compile
ton of the church now in course of erection
Fair for the benefit of this church win open
on the 18th inst, in the hall corner Of Napoleon
avenue and Chestnut street.
How St. Patrick's Day was Celebrated in Rich
mond, Va.
The anniversary Of the birth of St Pa
trick, the revered saint of Ireland, was
celebrated in this city, yesterday, with
much goodwill and enthusiasm. The
| weather on this occasion was delightful-a
clear sky, the sun shining brightly, and
just breeze sufficient stirring to make things
pheasant for the processipnists. Early in
the morning our Irish citizens were seen
moving hither and thithcr proceeding to
the places of rendezvous appointed for the
various societies and delegations to form,
The principal point of meeting was on
Broad street, the right of the procession
resting at point near the City Hall. By
III o'clock, A. NJ there was large assem-
blage of society men and spectators; and
everything wore very animated and
cheerful appearance.
The procession" was formed under the
direction of Captain William B. English,
chief marshal, assisted by numerous aids,
ETC., in tile following order:
First Regiment Band, in their full dress
of grey uniform, and under the leadership
Of John L. Mccain.
Ca holic Beneficial Society. the members
wearing blue regalia, with silver embroi-
derry trimmings, and carrying the Papal
colors.
The old Hibernian Society, with the
Irish flag, on which was inscribed the names
of the Provinces of Ireland-Ulster, Nun
ster, Connaught and Leinster. This flag
was flanked on either side by the National
ensign and the standard of the State of
Virginia.
Then followed ST. Joseph's Germany and
st. Benedictus Germany Catholic Societies,
each bearing society banners-that of the
latter being of rich design and beautiful
execution.
Then hundred or more pupils of the
Catholic Sunday schools under the marshal
ship of d. Columbus.
After marching through the principal
streets the procession was reviewed by the
Governor. 1t was, undoubtedly, the largest
one of Its kind ever seen in this city, and
was conducted from beginning to end with
the utmost good order and decorum. The
the leadership of Mr.. Mccain, and also
that by Kessnick's Band was very GEM
mendable. Our Irish citizens may congra-
tulate themselves on the success of the cele-
bration and the lonoIs done to the memory
of St. Patrick.
The Catholic Beneficial Society having
previously extended an invitation to the
German Societies to partake of a collation.,
the society, with its guests, proceeded to
the hall of the former, at the corner of
Twelfth and Cary streets, where a substan-
tial spread was waiting. Without much cerc
mOny the repast was partaken of, and this
was followed by a course of orstory, which
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Marsha! English, Justice White, and others.
THE SUPPER AT NIGHT.
The event Of thu day found it's compile
ment in the grand supper given last night
at Virginia Hall. At 10 o'clock the guests
AS they entered, the First Regiment
Band struck up lively air, and tue COM
pany proceeded to their seats, Gen. Moore
and Mayor Kelley occupied seats at the
ends of the principal table as chairman and
vice-chairman, respectively. Among the
guests who were accorded places of honor
near the chairman were Col. j. S. johnson,
DR.. Cullen, Capt. mooden, DR.. j. Mahoney,
Capt. English, and numerous members of
the Legislature.
Amongst the regular toasts were the fol-
lowing:
The Day we misunderstanding like
these afford recompense for all our wan
deripgs through ion9 ana ureary years.
Music, est. Patrick's Day"
Virginia and her uonored Son, our Great
Henry A. Wise One the home Of the OPP
pressed, aud the other the champion of our
civil and religious freedom. Music,
"Dixie." responded to by Justice White"
The Orators and Bards of Erin-Their
minds roam free as soaring birds, and their
music charms the brave in every land.
Music, "The Harp of Tara" Responded
to by Mr.. James H. Dooley.
The Memory of the Gallant Dead-"Un-
blest be the march of that glory which
treads DER the hearts of the free" Music,
"Dirge."
The Shamrock-"It oft has graced fair
beauty's breast, and many a brave and gal
liant heart" Music, "Sprig of Shillalah."
Responded to by Mr.. T. w. McMahon.-
Wing, March 1e.
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