Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-11-22
Nallomell EoraI NeWs.

A delegation from Warren Hook and Lad
der Company, No. /, of Boston, made fly
ing visit to this city ON Thursday, for the pu,-
pose of presenting to the Tiger Engine Com
pany, No. 4, and to Mr.. Charles Wilson,
number of photograph and Autograph pic
lures of their company and other attractive
sketches. A freman's hat, belt, etc., were
also presented to the foreman of the Tigers,
Mr.. r. S. Hodglon, and to assistant, Mr.. d.
B. Lowe. On the arrival of the four o'clock
train the Tiger Company, headed by the Hal
lowell Cornet Band, received the Warren
delegation at the railroad station, and after
marching through our principal streets, pro-
ceeded to discuss an oyster supper prepared
for the occasion by Mr.. F. o. Brown. The
presentation ceremonies were observed at
Wilson Hall at about half-past eight o'clock
Thursday evening, where were assembled in
addition to the fire companies, large num-
| Der OF ladies and gentlemen to witness the
proceedings, and participate in the festivities
of the OCCASION Mr.. James ii. Clark Of the
Warren delegation, made the presentation
speech, in which he rehearsed the uircuinstan-
ces OF the pleasant visit of the company in Au-
gust last, and the liberal manner in which
they were entertained by those whose guests
they were, as well as by our citizens gener-
ally. Mr.. Clark was frequently greeted with
demonstrations of applause during his inter-
esting and eloquent speech; and az its close
three rousing cheers and tiger were given
! for the Warren boys and those whom thew
represented. Foreman Hodgdon called upon
Major f. Rowell of this city, to respond in
behelf ofthe Tiger engine company. The gifts
were received as reminders of friendships and
associations enjoyed on visit to our city in
August last, when the gentlemanly demeanor
and heightened department of the Warren
boys won TOR them not only the lasting friend.
ship of those who were their immediate en-.
tertainers, but the respect and good will of
our entire community. In conclusion of his
impromtu remarks, the speaker said in SUBJ
stance, please bear to your companions our
most cordial thanks for the beautiful gifts
bestowed in friendship upon us. and may the
remembrance OF this occasion serve to cement
our hearts still tirmer in bonds of brother
hood, and incite Us to nobler deeds and more
praiseworthy endcavors." Mr.. Charles Will
| son, and Messrs. lludgdon and Lowe
responded in fitting words when their pres
ents were announced; and Mt the conclusion
the band furnished inspiring music, while
the cheers of the fireme. made the hall ring
again. We learn that Immediately after the
presentation ceremonies, those who delight in
dripping the light fantastic toe" kept up the
festivities until an early hour. The Warren
delegation returned to Boston on Friday, ap
parcntly highly pleased with the reception
spontaneously awarded them on their second
visi, to our city.
| The skaters were OH; in force on the river
on Friday, enjoying the rare sport to the ut
most. There always seems particular de-
sire on the part nt some boys-perhaps most
OF them-to venture as near open water as
possible. even when there may be almost un-
bounded space for safe exercise. Several
drowning accidents have already lcen re-
corded in various localities, and we would
caution all concerned to use caution and dis
erection in their skating aud coasting sports.
Benevolent and philsntAropic citizens, who
sprinkle sand or ashes upon the slippery
sidewalks about their premises, are entitled
to the thanks of every ped, strian either from
city or country.
Commence with the season TO keer the
sidewalks unobstracttd by snow.