The daily gazette., 1883-06-20
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NEWARK, June 19.--Last night in the Col
lcge OTatory the Delta Phi Literary Society
celebrated its forty-ninth anniversary. Tine
anniversary was success in every manner,
being an exhibition of great artistic taste, as
we'll as a literary feast The weather had
been threatening since early morning, but,
Notwithstanding this fact the OratOry was
filed 10 Overlooking. Upon entering the
Oratory rare and beautiful scene presented
Itself to the eye Of the Spectacular entirely '
lew and original stage design. Without /
single exception we think the stage presented, |
last night, the most handsome appearance |
we have ever had the pleasure OF seeing. |
EvergFeeus were In profuse splendor; flow |
crs were plenteous, and beautiful in their |
arrangement. The stage design was Moor
ssh, and it presented handsome as well as
moral appearance to the audience. The |
Delta Phi emblems were numerous, and |
beautifully trimmed with flowers, while the |
motto, 'Wisdom is better than gold, 'shone |
with its usual splendor on the back part of |
the stage Let it suffice that the appear
ance Of the stage was beautiful, and reflect
much credit upon the designer, and honor
upon those who carried the plan out so sue
cessfully. Seated on the left side Of the |
stage were seated the members of |
the society, while on the right side we're |
seated the members of the Atheneaen |
Society. In the centre of the stage were |
seated President Purnell, Rev. j. s. Malone,
Rev. J. L. Vallandigham, Chairman Curtis
and others.
The society had its reunion in the hall
at Z. 80 p. m, and shortly after 8 o'clock,
the members paraded in a body upon the
stage. The program began with an over
ture by the orchestra, which was under the
leadership of j. E. Greiner of Wilmington.
The blessing of God was invoked by the
Rev. j. 5. Malone, and was followed by
some very beautiful and appropriate re-
marks by the Chairman of Arrangements,
L. l.. Curtis Mr.. Curtis concluded his
remarks by introducing to the audience j.
Bernard Cush, who delivered the society ad-
dress. The speaker in dealing with the sub
ject, ''Our Government, said, "The primary
requisite for the success OF any government
is that its principles should be understood
by its citizens, and more particularly does
this apply to Republic in which the will OF
the people is sovereign When we con-
template the many unfortunate conditions
which presented themselves TO our fathers,
there is presented to the mind problem
full of compexty and improt ability. How
could government 80 bountiiul in its
blessings, SO liberal in its institutions, be SO
moderate in the execution of its laws.
Under its fostering influence ships OF com
-merce, proudly bearing the stars and stripes,
lift their whitened wings TO every breeze
that sweeps the sea- under whose influence
the smoke of battle has been transformed to
smoke of peace, industry and prosperity.
The mourniul knell, telling OF mortal con-
fict unto the village church bell, proclaim
ing the good OF God and bidding mankind
to know aud worship Him. Here there is
no gilded throne OF power, no royalty, no
landed gentry, but every man, regaI dless OF
race or condition, may wear upon his brow
the stamp of equal laws, and
assert his inaeanable right to life,
liberty and the pursuit OF happiness"
The speech throughout was really a most
excellent one, being filed with beautiful
thoughts aud Hinged with the glowing spark
of eloquence
After the address the audience was de.
lightfuily entertained bv the orchestra. The
chairman introduced DR.. Louis H. Steiner,
of Frederick City, Md, who delivered the
society grafton. The subject of the Grafton
was: Free education necessary to a Re
public" The speaker described to the audi
ence what is, and where and when origl
mated good government He said
properly educated person should
know three things, what he is where he is
going, and what is the best he can do under
the circumstances" each OF the three essen
tials were dealt with in an exhaustive man
ner. The speaker held that our schools
were used to a great extent as mere polti
cal tools. by which party could reward
its broken down politicians by positions as
teachers The audience was told in most
clear and logic manner, that education was
necessary in everything and everybody, and
when uneducated persons begin to fill the
places of trust and honor in a State then
comes the abuse and misuse of power; under
this head was cited the fact that the legisla-
tors of Delaware refused to make an
appropriation to Delaware College.
After a very fine musical selection the
chairman introduced William H. Head who
delivered the Farewell Address" Mr..
Head opened his speech as follows: ''It is
with minglei emotions OF JOY and sorrow
that we pass from one stage of our
existence to another. Every advance
though it may bring promotion
yet, causes regret by separation from
valued friends. Tonight we pass from
the pleasure which only college life can
afford to the stern realities of an outeI
world. We 20, but the remembrance o.
these pleasures will be preserved to us il
after years, and they will serve to brighter
the dark lives, and give us hope aud encour
agement in battling against the storms o
Iate. The time in which we can be actually
engaged in the affairs of our esteemed soci
ETY. is passed, the few years which have beer
allotted to us for preparation to meet
the exactng cares and duties Of
the world have vanished like
delightful dream; and as we now begin tc
realize the depth Of our love and obiga
tions, as we step beyond the threshold o
the Delta rms sacred influence, emotions
beyond the power OF words thrill u.s.
Inc speaker paid fit tribute to those wht
once hlled the lever dear and sacred hall
OF Delta Phi. He said that the Delta Phi
Society has been in existence for nearly hal
a century, and she is yet to receive tn,
nrst blot upon her fair name
IN closing the speaker said, tive now go u
oattle Tor ourselves and in a short time yol
must follow us. God has given us a mission
TO perform and we must not rest in idlenes,
aud luxury while our powers waste anC
decay, We have been acting as it were In 8
mnerature W orld, now the reality of sbap
ing and using human life is devolved upon
US. You that we leave behind may be but
small factor in this comprehension prob
lem, but much depends upon your earnest
ness and Zeal in the performance of your
TASK Should you be successful look
pack to the hours which YOU
nave spent here, and if you appreciate OF
honor the instruction you received give a
portion OF your time and influence to de-
Velop your society and your college Fulfil
your duty TO your country, your college and
your society, and by the grace of God before
another half century has rolled around cur
college will develop into a university and
our society will be esteemed a most import
ant and ever necessary part of our noble
alma mater. Brother Delta Plis. farewell !,