Arizona citizen., 1879-07-05
From Fridays Daily. The Fourth in Tucso1.


 From Fridays Daily.
 The Fourth n Tucson.
 I The day broke in Tucson to the booming Of brass cannon fired by the troops from Fort Low ell. and the prolonged whistle I (frst time) of the Tucson Water Com pany's engine for boring an artesian we'll. Ths air was deliciously cool and the sky was almost cloudless, save a few rain clouds low down in the eastern horizon, but which gradually increased and thick ened so as to almost cover the whole sky I by noon. The principal business houses were closed and adorned with star-span- gled banners. Flags hung across the streets at different places. AtS:30 the peo- pie began to gather into Levin's Park in their own way without ths worry of a pro | IcessiOn. The Sixth Cavalry Band dis coursed some choice selections of music ! for an hour while the people were assem- bling. The Park was provided with suit able music stand and an adorned platform for the reading ant oration. This stand was draped in large and small American flags and two Of the Republic Of Mexico. Prominently and appropriately on it hung the portrait of George Washington, wreathed in flowers and evergreens. Seats were provided for many, but not enough for the whole Uf the large audience. The Park was generally adorned with flags. The band first played Hail Columbia, Red, White and Blue. God Save the Queen, Mexican National Air, Marseilles Hymn. Watch on the Rhine, Der the Bright Blue Sea and Hail to the Chief, affer which the President Of the Day, Hon. P. R. Fully, arose and stated that it had been a time-honored custom with the American people to itly celebrate this [ day. and introduced B. II. Hereford, Esq, whoin a clear cut, pointed and impressive style. read the grand old Declaration Iof Independence, and the audience at- tested it's approval in hearty applause. Then came America" by the band, after : which the President introd uced BenJa- min Morgan, Esq, the orator Of the day. We but give expression to the common verdict in saying that the OratiOn was one of rare merit. It was devoid Of all sensa- tional effort. The language was choice choice in the trse sense. It was simple, yet adorned with beautiful flowers or speech. Peoples judgment will differ as to what ought and what ought not be talked about on American Independence Day, but none could take exceptions To its themes any more than 10 the admirable, easy and eloquent manner Of the deliv- cry. No lover ot the Union and its lib- eral laws, institutions and greatness growing greatness-could go away, as It seems to us, without feeling proud fl not much prouder Of his country. Herewith we give hasIy and imperfect condensa ton of
 THE GRAFTON:
 Mir Morgan co commenced by saying shGt he would depart somewhat from the we'll beaten track Of the average Fourth Of | July orator, and ueal with questions not .I susce ptible or as lofty flights Of eloquence. or as prOfase with rhetorical flowers. etc. After a brief and handsome reference 10 lthe Declaration of Independence. the Speaker then alluded 10 the establish ment Of the Government and the solidity Of it's foundation. After drawing a graphic picture or it's extent and varied resources, the labor question was most appropriately touched upon and an eloquent tribute paid to labor; certainly no one could be ldisinclined "by the sweat O their brow To earn their bread " after listening to Mir | Morgan. The criminality of the destruc- ton of our forests was dwelt upon and his tory and science appealed 10 to support the argument.
 Arizona had in MT. Morgan worthy champion, and in the choicest language Iher resources were pictured and future im- portance made manifest In retrospect ltbe progress Of our country during Inc last lcentury was discussed, and the prediction of Gladstone given as to our future great ness.
 The conclusion in happy style and well constructed sentence was a patriotic , appeal for reconciliation between the two , sections. We give as We remember tn e , lconcIuding sentences: By every tie that . binds us; by the memories Of the past, by l. that patriotism which Is as strong as right } as perennial as duty md as glorious aSthe future, I appeal for reconciliation and lpeace. Let the dead past bury it's dead, land with joined hands and abreast let us march on 10 the accomplishment Of the grand destiny that awaits us."
 The olatIon was warmly applauded laf,er which the band struck up Yankee , Doodle and the artillery boomed forth , deafening peals. This was further follow led bv inc rendition of the Star Spangled Banner. American Overture and Cuckoo Polka. when the audience dispersed until evening, when dancing to the excellent
 nusie of the same band will be the order. The hand appeared in full force and in r,u uniform and presented an elegant annearance. To it and the officers at Fort Lowell. and particularly to Lieut.. J. E. Kerr. Sixth Cavalry and Regimental Ad- ,I iutnnt. this public Is largely indebted for the success of the celebration. Among Iour citizens. special credit is due 10 Judge Neupass. James Speedy and Mir. Levin. There must have been full thousand within hearing Of the Reader and Orator land the air was famed by breezes which kept all cool under the comfortable sbad' lows Of the dense cottonwOods- The cele . bratiOn was creditaole To the town. A' cost but little and was as enjoyable as il ten times the amount had been expended. We can assure our readers that there will be choice musio and ample room 10 dance at the park tonight. No charg
 will be made for it's full enjoyment. All are cordially invited 10 participate, and give the days festivities happy closing
 CELEBRATION AT NIGHT.
 Early in the evening people began to gather at Levin's Park to see the brilliant fireworks, which were continued for an hour. They were much admired. The Park was tastefully and generously lighted -i with lamps and Chinese lanterns. Al -l least 2,O00 people visited the Park during . the evening, many participating in the a 4s ,.F pa ha r4I