Delaware Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1843-1874, 1873-09-18

For the Deiapare Republican.
The both Anniversary OF the Battle OF Brandy
wine was celebrated at McDoweli's Park, ON the
roma1tic Brandywine, on the 18th inst. The
day Yves bright and clear, the atmosphere calm
/ and pleasant. The usual salute was fired by
Maj. Wilhelmi from ths Swamp Angel Battery,
and the Efounds were decorated with large ban
ner and rags, The opening exercises after the
salute wsre introduced by Col. John Speakman
Of tha Grsenwood Rangers, who with their
monstrous bows and arrows amused themselves
and the company generally at target PRACTICE
At the combination Of the target practice, Presi-
dent Crozier Invited the holders of tclets, invt-
ted gnests,and Gods unfortunate poor ingeneral
to sumptuous banquet which was spread ont
on tablee erscted In the grove. The bill Of fare
consisted OF poor soup, cat fish, cells, roast
beef, and other substantials. The dessert con-
sisted Of English plum pudding. cantelopes, peazs
and grnP1s. tAfter those present had amply sup.
piled the inner man with the good things spread
beford them, President Crozier OF We The Pes
pie, mounted the rostrum and In q few appro-
pirate remarks, introduced 70 the audience our
well known fellow citlzen, lieut.. Gen. r. G.
Fraini, who cams fofwsgd aid mounted the
rostruin Amidst unusual spplause. Order being
restored the orator announced as his theme !:
"The Battle OF Brandywine," one Of the bloody
struggles through which our forefathers passed
to make u free people. lie referred TO the
place on which hs stood, on tho banks Of the
Brandywine as being proper place to hold
the Anniversary Of that memorable battle fought
W years ago. He then proceeded In an clio.
quent aud forcible manner TO demonstrate the
great struggle, and terrible privations through
which our forefathers passed to achieve their
liberties, and the great benefits We derive, and
That winch will be enjoyed by future genera
tiohs Through the indomtabe courage, bra
very and patriotism Of those who fought, bled ,and
died, to make this nation free republic. lie
then passed in general review the country from
the time when tho Thirteen colonies were striv-
ing for independence, down 70 the present day,
when the republic had extended from the At
lantic to the Pacific coast and extended II sway
over the Territory of Alaska Of the north recent
ly purchased from Russia. He refared TO the
recent attempt TO disrnsmber the country by
people all over he land q crush out treason
and rebellion, the terrible carnage and distress
brought upon the country by ths. rebellion
and the final Overthrow a the traitors, and the
restoration to the pease and harmony now ell
joyed throughout the Republic |; he spoke ofthe
great privileges now enjoyed by Al mon In The
great republic withou! regard 70 Nationality,
Race, or previous condition Of seryitude.
Before closing he alluded In an eloquent man
ner 70 the many noble deeds of mercy perform
ed during the recent war, and since its close by
President Crozler Of awe Ths People, the M an
who hysbls own Individual exertions, had con
vened the meeting then assembled, and who
was the only man In Delaware with sufficient
amount ofpatriotism coursng through his veins,
70 annually convene the masses to celebrate the
day on which one Of the great battles was fought
to make us free and independent people.
During the speech MIR. Fraim was repeatedly
applauded, and on retiring from the stage the
applause was universal. At tho conclusion OF
the orator President Crozer mounted the ros-
truni, and on behalf Of Geul. John Rowbothan
presented the material for anew dress to an old
lady, the widow Of the frat Delaware soldier
who offered his life on the altar or his country
during the late rebellion. The old lady was
much affected, and with greatful heat return.
ed her sincere thanks to tho donor. q. b
As the President was shout to retire from the
rostrum Col. Thomas Graves proposed that
collection be taken up 10 provide the old lady
with trimmings for her new dress. TIE propo.
sition was unanimously accepted, and several
dollars wero raised Immediately, which were
presented by Messs. Fraim and Graves and
thankfully received by the widow. The INTEL
lectual entertainments than closed, and the COM
pany amused themselves In various sports I'll
evening, and then peaceably returned to their
homes, all feeling pleased with the entertain
ment given, and universal resolve to aid the
President in continuing them In the future.
'' OBSERVER.
Agnes Miller, daughter of Joseph, and Sarah
Miller, born July 3rd, 1854, died August 10th,
1873.
The subject OF this memoir vas, ia a pre- em-
inent sense, a remarkable child. A child in
years and in stature-yet in moral elnbcllisl-
ments, and christian virtues, she Appropriated
TO the maturity of al, llt years. She was born
to shine. II ar amiuble dispositions, her purity
OF spiri.-her general attractiveness made her a
universal ilvOrite and constituted her akin 10
Heaven.
1t is hard 10 realize that she is dead. To say
that little Aggie Is dead requires carefulquaffy-
lngtor this can only be saiu of her mortal part.
| Her little ashes are urned In the tomb, and il
, sleeps in Jesus but of her lealhess soul and
historic life we dare not say, she is dead. In
this Offering to her memory, we desire to notice
I few Of the many characteristics Of loveiiness,
/ with which her life was adorned.
| ]. She ,uas Christian Child. Yes, chris
| tan child. IT'S true, her mind with all it.
deathless faculties, were only in tue stage of in
fantile development, but each unfolding OF the
rose bud, sparkled with Transparent brilliancy
in the sunlight OF divine spiritual inspiration
and influence. Her piety shone conspicuonsly,
and drew from all acquainted with hot The con
| fession of sincare and matured opinion; bhs 10
one of those Of whom the Saviour said, "Of such
Is the kingdom of Heaven" x
2. She pasd Christian Worker. She loved
her Sunday School. The Newport NJ. E. Sum-
day School was the vineyard in which she loy-
ed to labor. She Appealed to learn almost by
intuition, that christianity recognizes no one
as true votary, save those who work. The
four little ones brought into the School through
her fundamentally attest her character as
working child Of Jesus. Her example was
worthy Of imitation, and receives universal
| commendati0n. F4i
8. She ,oas belieuer in Christian Oytiir,ary
ces. Would that protested christians OF adult
years recognized the Biblical obligations Of
them as she did. During the past winter AUD
| early in the spring, she frequently expressed .
desire TO he baptized. Neither her father OF
her mother being identified with tho Church
of Christ, they could not stand with her befor,
the baptismal font but her little heart filled
with the burning desire TO receive the admins
traton of the baptism sacrament. found the so
luton Of this apparent difficulty IN requesting
her teacher to take the place of parents, and &C
cordingly she was numbered with the baptized
children of Christ.
4. She ,oas a Praying Christian. SHE love,
to pray. She was child of prayer. How
Sublime, how impressive her last petition. Thu
| fragrance Of 1t will perfume the religious III
mosphere Of the home circle and Sabbatl
School for years TO come. o, how tender! o
how holy Aggie's last prayer! Too weak to ar
tculaie, but strong in the Lord-her silent as
. pratioRs climb the hill Of the Saviour, and
kind Father hears and grants her requests
Twas then ,-
"God came down her soul to greet,
: And glory crowned the Mercy Seat"
8. She ,uds a Christian Songster.-Neve
have we heard sweeter singer. Her songs {
praise, sung with voice Of silvery tongue an
sweetness captivated all favored with thei
hearing. At home-in tho house of the visite
in the Sunday School-in the Sanct uary-ey
= cry where her songs were sought, her hymn
: appreciated. And now those hymnal service