The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1874-08-01

PIC.NICs AND EXCURSIoNs.-We resume
our notices this morning of the pic-nics and
excursions mentioned in the advertising col.
umns of the Dispatch. Recent pleasure
trips to points of interest on james river and
on the line of the several railroads lead
ing out of Richmond have convinced very
large number Of persons who enjoyed them
that briefrespite from business, or whatever
occupation they may be engaged in, is not
only enjoyable, but conducive of health and
comfort. A number of attractive excursions
and pic-nics are announced, from which
those who can take part 10 such recreation
must choose. They will all doubtless be
well patronized and worth attending.
First in order may be mentioned the ex-
cursiOn to the mountains. Those who have
not avaiied themselves Of the Saturday alter
noon "Grass Widowers'" fast train to
Staunton, with its courteous officers and at
tendant comforts, are not familiar with the
endowment to which many who have patron
ized it can testify. The train leaves at 4:45
p. NJ, and consequently the dust and heat of
the day is avoided. Returning, it arrives here
early Monday morning, and in ample time
for all business men. A days rest at some
pleasant point on the line of the road will be
found of great value to all who can take ad.
vantage of the opportunity.
The Good Samartans of Richmond pro-
pose to have an excursion to Washington
this evening, and they "aSk the citizens Of
Richmond to aid them by participating in
the excursion" Good order is to be pre-
served. The train will leave the corner Of
Broad and Madison streets at $50 O'Clock to-
night. Returning, the party will leave
yT,cl>;ortnp op MopI,r ba QrI NJ A n.a
On Wednesday, the 9th, Lee Grove, q. A.
o. D., No. 7, will makean excursion TO River
side Park, where the day will be spent in
various amusemcnts. McCann's band has
been engaged for the occasion. Boats to the
Park will leave the foot of Eighth street.
On Monday, the Sd, there is to be Il select
excursion to West Point, the train to leave
the York River depot at d A. NJ, and re-
cursion say that they have made "arrange-
ments which justify them in guaranteeing to
all who seek ease, cool, and comfort for day
from the beat of the city most pleasant and
enjoyable time. A special committee will
have charge of ladies and children. No
liquor or disreputable parties allowed on the
train. Captain McCann will be in attend
ance with his band, both string and brass,
by which soul-stirrng music all may trip the
light fantastic toe. Also,- fishing, bathing,
boating, ten-pins, and many other idle and
happy ways of begetting mirth."
But there is also another excursion for
Monday. 1t is the "grand military and civic
excursion to Fredericksburg" Company F
takes part in this trip to the old Burg but
the excursion proper will be under the aus
pices of the official board of the CIay-Street
Methodist Church, and will doubtless prove
successful and pleasant trip. Frederlcks-
burg is point Of great interest, and visit
to Maryc's Heights, Falmouth, Stafford
Heights, and other places in the vicinity Of
that hospitable old city cannot fail to be in
terestDg and highly enjoyable. During the
day at Fredericksburg there will be- target
practice. and handsome silver medal will
be awarded to the best shot. The train will
leave the Broad-Street depot at 6 A. NJ, and
arrive in Fredericksburg at 8 A. Al. Re
turning, will leave Fredericksburg at q 7.
NJ, and arrive In Richmond at 8 2. M. The
Stonewall Guard will also take part in the
excursion and target practice. Captain Car
rington will present the medal for the best
shot.
On Wednesday the 5th instant the mem
bers of Union Station Methodist Sunday.
school propose 10 have a basket picnic at
Curi's Neck, on James river. Preparations
have been made to render this one of the
most pleasant excursions of the season.
Smiths brass band will be in attendance 10
execute Sunday-school and other sacred mu'
sic, accompanied with singing by the school.
The boat will leave the wharf of the Old
Dominion Steamship Company at = O'Clock
A. NJ. promptly, and returning arrive in the
CITY at u O'Clock p. NJ. This will afford a
fine opportunity for families to enjoy
T. DAYS recreation in the country. The
committee having charge Of the affair
is composed Of Messrs. L.. c. Figg (chair-
mani, p. 81. Kelly, A. c. Peay. j. b. Elam,
j. II. Coshill, and G.. W. Armistead.
.eSchuetzen Park, on james river, short
distance below the city, reached by excursion
trains through the Church Hill tunnel, 0y
boats from Rockets, and by private convey.
ance, and Riverside Park, three miles west
of Richmond. between the canal and the
river. reached by pleasure boats on the canal,
as we'll as private conveyances, are still open
for public patronage, and resorted 70 every
evening by many persons.
ELECTION OF TEMPERANCE OFFICERS
Fidelity Degree Council, No. ], Sons o.
Temperance, has elected the following ON
GERS for the ensuing term: Louis Dickerson
worthy prefect; FL. Jackson, vice project
C. A. Bray, first recorder; Joseph. Gregory
second recorder; Taylor Tinsley, auditor o.
accounts; Wilson Winfree. keeper OF Keys
y.Io,t;,a Griffin yNrthv chaDlain Oliver