National Republican., 1875-07-03

tion Of Independence Day in Washington have
not been made, much to the regret OF the greater
part Of our citizens; but quite number OF ar
rangements are made for IN observance OF the
day.
THE OLDEST INHABITANTs
will have q meeting next Monday, and their ex-
ercises will consist Of the reading Of the Declara
tion and patriotic speeches by different mem bers,
mated 10 prepare grand programme for the Oen-
tennial celebration Of next year.
AT rUsLAw
A large party Of friends will be entertained by
Mr.. Thomas L. Hume. This viii be gathering
bounded patriotism. The day will be consumed
in pouring out suitable lbations to the protecting
deitiss Of our country, in singing nasionai songs
q splendid banquet will add much to the pleas
ures Of the day.
COMPANY D,
Washington Light Infantry, will leave this even
tng.tS.r 1iS s1ss az uS nsrtT OF frisndS for TSrt,
ress Monroe, Vue de L'Eau and Norfolk. This
promises to be one Of the most popular Of all the
this evening, It will last till Monday, thus afford
ing ample time and opportunity for the revivify-
ing influences Of the natal day OF American
glory.
THE STEAMER MARY WASHINGTON
will make three trips to-day and on Monday to
Glymont, viz: At s q. m, and p. m. Mr.. Sheck-
els has arranged that favorite resort for the &C
cOmmO0AtlOQ -
band will be in attendance. The rates are re-
duced to almost nothing and no more favorable
time will be presented this season to enjoy trip
to Glymont and q visit there lasting an entire
day.
THE STEAMER SUE
leaves this evening at for Leonardtown, Piney
Point and Point Lookout, and will return Mon
day morning. The excursions Of the Sue to these
p1r p1n BEST classes ess II Slsn Special psiDs viii Ss
taken to make this trip pleasant TO all on board.
PRIVATE PARTIES.
We hear of q number Of picnic parties which de-
sign to devote to-day and Monday to small cele-
brations at the Great Falls, Cabin John Bridge,
Pierces Mills and other fsyorite resorts near the
city and they Will have just as good time as any
crackers. serpents. wheels, rockets and candles,
and BY dusk the city viii be blazing with nre-
works.
MOUNT VERNON.
For the accommodation Of those who wish TO
I FRANK Holm liz ssSssd offers % Special inducsnsnts
for 0 trip to Mount Vernon. In addition to the
Arrow, he will make . trip with the steamer Sue,
one boat leaving as usual at 10 Q. m. and the
other st p. m. Returning, the boat Will leave
Mount Vernon at and the other at p. N. This
inE most pleasant day IN In tbs Beautiful wood. Of
Of the city. It is needless to mention that good
order will reign for that 10 the invarable rule Of
those who visit Mount Vernon. The fare Will be
as usual-one dollar for adults and hfty cents for
children.
SELECT EXCURSION
to Blackiston's Island will start on Monday
morning at O'Clock, arrive at the island at p.
m, and leave at p. m. for Washington. The
steamer Pilot Boy has been chartered for the oc-
casion, The number of tickets is limited. Fare
for the round trip q The Pilot Boy is under the
comms nd Of Captain W. H. Byles, q gentleman
noted for his care OF all passengers.
A GRAND PICNIC
will be given on Monday at Mattawoman station,
Charles county, for the benefit OF the Catholic
church at Beantowp. There will be fine music
and refreshments. Train leaves b and Sixth
streets at 7:45 a. m. Tickets at Ellis music store
This will be very pleasant and agreeable affair.