Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1874-07-06
INDEPENDENCE DAY,
The ''Glorious Fourth I'm Warrington
Celebrations, Incfdents,and Accidents

The ninety eighth anniversary of the declara-
tlon OF Independence was observed as q holiday
throughout this District, but % quietly that the
,s cues presented an Appearance like that OF
weather could not Lave been wished for. The
stolm IN tne evrafng, however, spoiled the an
"'ipa'eo ~aof the Juveniles from fireworks,
Tbsy oun as Iayisb snnniv oS hnntins fPom tSs
public buildings, hotels, &c. The steamers and
vessels on the river were generally gaily dressed,
and the engines of the railroads were generally
decorated. Engine No. 10, of the Ii. and p,
dim Chalk's,) was a mass Of red, white, and
blue drspery and flowers; over 100 fags ling
used in the decoration.
cETkBE Ratio. ,I 1Y THs 9-ozsf fSHABrrANTs.
ted the cay at che City Hall, meeting there at
loon, wren the following officers for the ensu-
i ~ sear were elected: President, DIR. j. b.
Purdy, Francis Hanna, Chauncey Bestor, Jno
D. Clark, DIR. VIM. Gunton, James Adams,
samuel Stettnius, VIM. II. Williams, Erasmus
d. Middleton, Peter M. Pearson, John w. Mar
in and DIR. VIM. Waters; treasurer, Nicholas
Callan; marshal, Seraphim Mast; recording
secretary J. Carroll Brent; corresponding sec
rotary, j. GOldsborough Bruff.
The secretary exhibited the second voiame of
papers of the association, and stated that the
two volumes were bound by Capt. VIVA. III. Nal
ley, and presented TO the association, A rasolu
announced the deaths of Joseph Bryan, ST., and
Fielder Msgruder, and offered resolutions of
respect to their memories, which were adopted.
Messrs. j. b. Bryan, John s. A nderson, John
McDermctt, and Ed. q. Eckloff were elected
members.
A vote OF thanks was extended the Secretary
oI war LOT his Kindness in ioaning gun used
In firing the salute.
recess was taken, and the artillery, posted
10 the north OF the building, fired thirty-ssven
In the confederacy. After this was over the
members of the association reassembled and
Mr. j. Goldsborough Bruf pronounced an ora
ton, and MI. Geo. A. Bohrer read the Declare
ton OF Independence.
The members then adjourned to an adjoining
room where a fine lunch had been prepared.
The Fourth at Tunlaw.
A PLEASANT CELEBRATION OF INDKPENDRNCR
A large number Of the friends of Mr.. Thomas
L. Hume spent the day on his invitation at
Among the number were Attorney General
Williams, Gen. Sherman, Ex- Governors Cooke
and shepherd, and Governor Dennisop. At
O'Clock p. m. dinner was served.
REMARKS OF GOV. DENNIsON.
"A number Of toasts were offered, and Gov
ernor Dennison being thus complimented re-
My presence to-day on this occasion was as
unexpected as it has been gratifying. 1 am in
debted to my friends, General sherman and
General Morgan l.. Smith, for the pleasure o.
enjoying this national anniversary with so
many pleasant associations. l see around me
many friends whom 1 have known in former
years, and many whom 1 meet to day for the
first time. i am gratifed at having this oppOr-
tunity OF meeting socially 50 many Of the citi-
zens OF Washington, some of whom have been
distinguished in their country's history, and
who have earned and deserved the confidence of
their fellowmen. 1 am in this city in obedience
to the request Of the President to serve for a
short time as one Of q board Of gentlemen Sc
lected to govern the District OF Columbia. I
have no other motive than to promote the per-
manent interests Of the District, and in dis
charging the duties devolving upon me shall
endeay0r to coDscientiously and faithfully per-
form them in the interest not only Of the Dis
trict, but of the entire nation; and in express
ing these sentiments desire to cay that give
expression TO the sentiment OF my associates on
the commission as well as myself. On this
question that We labor to perform what in our
judgment shall be for the best interest of all
concerned there is entire harmony. We have
no friends to reward nor enemies to punish.
The prosperity of the national capital is not a
local matter, but q subject of interest to the
people OF the whole country: Again thanking
you, gentlemen, for the hattering personal
compliment to myself, am compelled, owing
to other engagements, to bid you good-day.
(Applause.)
REMARKS OF Kx-Gov. SHEPHERD.
Mr.. Hume toasted Ex-Governor Shepherd,
and the toast was drunk with cheers. Ex- Gov
ernor Shepherd responded a. follows:
My friends, this exhibition of your confidence
and respect overpowers me. In the presence of
an enemy 1 never yield; but among friends so
generous and true L would be false to my own
am q native OF Washington, to the manner
born. i see around me the friends Of nv bow
hood and companions and associates of mature
life, men who have known me long and well,
and have never experienced q more crafty
ing moment than standing in your presence to
receive so hearty and generous an expression of
your affection. expect to live and die among
you, and to see Washington the most beautiful
city in this or any other country. am thank
full that the President has given US q national
commission to govern the District, composed of
men or eminent ability and acknowledged
character, and desire to thank Governor DEM
son for the expression Of kind words and liberal
sentiments. hope the time is not far distant
when The country will recognize that this Is the
capital of the nation, and that the government
which owns One-half the property, will do its
share to make its capital city in which not
only the residents OF the District, but every
citizen OF the republic, would take special
pride. loud and continued applause.l
MIR. Hume called out Governor Cooke, who
by Messrs. Hugh Caperton, Beverly Tucker,
Richard Harrington and others, after which the
party separated, with but one feeling-that Of
esteem for their host.
PIC-NICs AND EXCURSIONS.
The Methodist Union picnic at the Washing
ton Grove Camp Ground was o grand success,
Baltimore and Ohio depot at nine o:clock i for
that point, where, with rambles through the
woods, playing croquet, &C., the larger portion
who are contemplating . sojourn In the grove
for ten days during the coming camp meeting
commencing August 9Th, inspected the newly
arranged grounds, and endeavored to locate
show that the inner court has been changed in
shape from Q square to an octagon, with radi-
ating avenues entering upon Ii from four oppo.
site directions. Fronting on these avenues are
the tent sites OF the several churches. 1t has
been determined by the association that this
change shall in no way interfere with the draw
ing or locations already made by the several
stations. The radiating avenues will be substi-
tuted for the old ones, which were straight, and
will be assigned to the churches which held the
original avenues lying most contiguous. In the
afternoon q meeting Of the committees was held
in Bakers dining court and the interests of the
camp meeting discussed, and sew
eral items OF routine business transacted. At
the grounds there was an immense concourse
Of people from the surrounding country, and
the GAINESVILLE band was also present.
The Sunday schools OF McKendree Chapel
HamiiDe and Grace NJ. Z. churches spent the
day In the woods near Soldiers Home.
The Sunday school OF Mount Zion NJ. z.
Church, Of Tennallytown. had q very pleasant
pic mic in Dents woods, near that place.
A number Of members Of De Molay Comm An.
derry, No. 4, Knights Templar, with their fam
ilies, spent the day picnicing at Mr.. A. Glea-
sons farm. Among the amusements particle
pated in was tournament during the day,
The Knights Of st. Patrick picniced at Bey-
er's Ith-street Park.
The Junior knights of st. Colomki!le had a
picnic at Ice ffier's Garden.
The Hibernian Benevolent Society Of George