New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1876-03-05

10 tOuCn IL, 0ut GOOD appeutee prevailed,
and then there was havoc.
Eagle No. kept up its we'll earned repu-
tstion, making a. fine . display as any.
All that pertains to fire company belongs
to the Eagles. The fast record of ''Dusty
Bob" was shown-3:56. a
Phenix No. 8, first in the third division,
was oil that could be wished, as is always
the case. The steamer was neatly deco
rated with silver trophies earned by virtue
of merit.
Hope Hook and Ladder No. 3 turned out
grandly, it's truck and apparatus a. good as
new. The ladders were painted white and
frosted. Flowers we're artisticslly arranged
from end to end. Previous to joining the
lines the company accepted an invitation
from Mr.. j. Foster to partake Of refresh
ments at his house. Mr.. A. P. Kip pre-
sented wreath, and Mr.. Norton presented
q flag. which were received by Mr.. N. A.
Llambias. This company bad several mem
bers of Mobiles Torrent No. as guests.
Mr.. T. Handy was the marshal, riding at
the head Of Creole No. 9, and all looked as
fine % possible. The steamer Lady Witt
shone like the sun, relieved by gay flowers.
The men, all active remen, are worthy of
their company.
Louisiana No. 10, Good Will, made its
mark, eliciting applause for the excellent
arrangement Of the steamers ornaments.
Loafer, one of the oldest horses in the de-
partment, still lives.
Trad Ferry No. IL never fails to make q
splendid parade appearance, therefore many
eyes were turned toward her as that num-
ber was announced along the line. Nearly
all the company's silverware was placed
where it would do the most good, and was
fairly dazzling. From the stack projected
slight rod, on which was perched liberty
cap of blue satin. The engine was drawn
by six large gray horses. Mrs. Luckett
presented bronze clock and elegant vases.
Narshals, John Baker and j. j. Sullivan.
Perseverance No. l3, who wear the motto
"Rough and Ready" has lost none OF it's
former perseverance and excellent taste in
arranging the ornaments for it's steamer.
The men marched like veterans, which
statement it is unnecessary to make. In
the smokestack was pillar, covered with
velvet, and on top was large crown, which
looked really royal. Projecting portions of
the machinery were covered with white
satin, and in q wreath presented by Mrs. j.
II. Rhoders was q picture of Eva Msrks.
The decorations were superintended by
| Mrs. T. Heatherton. Mr.. A. Boyle was the
| gallant marshal.
Philadelphia No. ii, headed by Mr.. NJ.
| Finnerty as marshal, retains its reputation,
and can not be badly beaten at anything it
| undertakes. Its silver hose carriage, Lula
McCabe, the finest ever in this department,
showed off handsomely, and was well
matched by the steamer LIZZIE Eagan. The
men stepped of lightly, all neatly uniformed
| Most of the company's prizes were on the
steamer, shining like mirrors. The decors'
tions were attended to by Mines. Houston
and Lynch. After the parade the happy
marshal guided his company to Finnerty
Hall, where he had prepared bountiful
repsst.
| jackson No. l8 appeared in their usual
uniform Of black pants and red shirts, with
ssventy-five men on the rope. Their beau
tiful engine, Little Giant" was handsome
" dressed with flowers and ribbons. A
liberty cap of red, white and blue wae
mounted on the smokestack, and small
crowns of red, white and blue orna
mented the suction brackets and stream
ers, with the company's motto. ITO
/ t0 n
marching down to Canal street, they
were presented with two handsome large
wresths by Mrs. Cotton, and large basket
| of flowers by Mrs. Sirera, on Camp street.
They had out q fine silk American flag pre-
sented to them last year by Miss Norton,
daughter Off. E. Norton, Esq, which they
were unable to show at last years parade,
| on account of the weather. Their pet horse
"Crazy," who has served fourteen years in
the company. appeared in the rope as
lively a. ever, decked with 8 white
| satin saddle and Furnished horns. The fol-
lowing are the officers: John McPhelin,
president; K. H. Wilde, vice president;
William Dastillon, treasurer; 81. j. Riddle,
secretary; Samuel j. jackson, foreman;
William E Roddy, first assistant; Thomas
Hasam, second assistant; Thomas r. Gard
ner. steward; Thomas Dalton and George
Laurence, marshals.
Pelican Hook and Ladder No. was not
the least. having its new truck ont, all as
bright as day, . home made affair, and one
that will compare favorably with the best.
A golden pelican was the principal olna-
ment. The drapery was OF rich blue. Just
sufficient to set off everything tastefully'
One of the flags in front was presented
by Mrs. Rousset. Marshals, Stephen
Mcneil and Peter Mcintyre.
Washington No. 20 appeared in their
neat uniform Of black pants and red shlrts'
turning out sixty-fve men. Their besuti-
full steamer "Fannie Marks" was ornament
ed with . bust of Washington on . cushion
of white satin, with gold fringe, and the
pioture of its godmother, Miss Fannie
Marks, daughter of their ex-president, Mr..
Washington Marks. It was surrounded by
q wreath of flowers, the present of Mrs.
Tapkins. In the smokestaok was pair OF
horns. to which was attached . blue ribbon
bearing the company's motto Onward"
On the side streamers were theinscriptions.
"Washiugton No. 20" and "Welcome Pro
tectOr No. g"
The company turned out their bay horses
"Tom Nugent" and "Underwriter,' and
their old time pet, favorite and exempt
horse "Little Mike" appeared as usual in