National Republican., 1875-06-16
OFF FOR FLdsToE.
The psraytrrs At romn.nr "a.

S o. S0luH2uy a.
Company IA" has started for Boston. They
left last night in ne o:Os New York EXPRESS haT-
ing special carz assigned them, via the Baltimore
and Potomfe road. In accordance with previous
orders, they assembled at the armsry ct $50 in
the eVehing, where those departing met the stay.
at-horAes, and many of their friends, who were
desirous Of extending them farewell greeting,
wishes for prosperous journey and safe return
The throng increased in numbers rapidly, until
stsndlng room was not available In the hall, and
many we're compelled TO remain on the street and
Uathrsns company, of the washington Light
GUARDS, who had rendered company "a" their
services as escort came up and after an ex-
chsnge of civilitfeS the lines were formed, and,
preceded by Wm9er's band, or Baltimore, Mary.
land, the military, preceded By . SQUAD Of
mounted police, Rnder Sergeant RedWay, took uP
Nathaniel B. FuEitt, on Vermont avenue, be-
tween x and L streets northwest.
Their appearance on the Avenue was the signal
for applause not only from male frieads, bat
large number Of lady admirers, who were either
on the sidewalks or at windows, and By the
gave strong indIcations Of the fsTOr1tism OF the
military with the fair sex. The company, IN
their marching, showed most aattering results
msnder, Captain v. W. Moore, and ne fears are
entertained but that they will do credit to them
selves and the city while abroad: On arriving
round of congratulations from their friends,
THE eTAPF oFTIcERs
were received and o number Of honorary mem.
bers COINED in the escort The order "tabout face
was given, the steps retraced, and . few minutes
before nine they reached the depot. As they
passed the aImOTy and Metropolitan hotel they
were given q brilliant parting salute.
Fireworks Of all colOrs and descriptions tliumi-
mated the heavens and gave to the occasion the
semblance of the anniversary Of the nations
natal day. The crowd about the depot was i'm
nense, and the cheers loud and frequent. The
boys waved hatE, hands and hsndkerchiets in re-
turn for the Whsle souled expression Of good will,
and at the appointed time the train drew from
the depot on her northWsrd-bound trip, amidst
one OF the most aninating scenes ever witnessed
alta railroad station. Capt. McOathran's CON-
pany, who were so generous in their conduct to
lender them an escort, fingered with their broth.
friends to the large number already enjoyed, and
by their noble action last night have strengthened
the bond of friendship existing between these
tvs companies. The company returaed to their
Company A will arrive in New York at 9
O'Clock this morning. breakfast at the Grand Gen.
tral hotel, and then take the o'clock train for
Boston.
Az ACCIDENT.
While the company was passing the armory,
preceded by the mounted police, amidst the pyro-
technic display, several Of the horses became
frie ehtened and danger to life and limb was immi-
nen:. In the midst of the brilliant scene, Q ball
shoulder of Officer Reese's horse, causing him to
rear TO an almost perpendicular position and CON-
pelling the rider 10 dismount. The animal started
TO run, but was secured by Lieut.. Kelly, and On
Ger REESE coming up behind the horse raised his
heels and planted one hOOf in the polcems ans
stomach. The officer was stunned momentsrily. y.
but recovered sufficiently to remount his sueed
and re Join the squad.