Mexico weekly ledger., 1883-09-06
The Picnic.

ent-more, perhaps, than have been
in Mexico for twelve months. Col.
VIM. F. Switzler and Hon. Thos. e.
Bashaw failed to be present, as they
promised and we're advertised. Col.
Switzler's intention was to come, but,
on account of an unforeseen business
engagement, was kept in Columbia.
Judge Bashaw was on his way here,
and was left by the train, and tele-'
graphed that be was as much disap-
pointed as were those who had come
a long ways to hear his address.
Hon. H. c. Brockmeyer. Of st. Louis,
was present, and made an able hour
and half speech. ''Lulu NJ" and
"Vandalia Joe," Eos. Matthews fine
trotters gave those present fine trot,
which was enjoyed by all. In spite
of disappointments, those present
appeared to enjoy themselves. The
Mexico Silver Cornet Band, through
out the day, furnished excellent music.
We have seen some complaint in the
lateuigencer in regard to "charging
at the gate.' The Intelligeaeer was
not consulted in regard to the picnic.
The handsome Colonel was not asked
to act as chairman, or sit on the plat
form, or consulted in regard to the
speakers invited. We fear this is the
reason that sheet regards the picnic
as it does. Right here we want to
say that any fault to be found with
the picnic should rest on the editor
of this paper-R. NJ. White. He
originated the picnic. He paid the
bills. The committee simply consent
ed very kindly to arrange the pro-
gramme, and accompany the speakers
to the grounds.
We want it distinctly understood
that they are not responsible for any
mistakes Or mismanagement, if any
occurred. r. NJ. White is willing
and ready to be responsible for all
the shortcomings. By dirty insinua.
tions, we think our cotemporary, the
Intelligencer, has tried to misrepre
sent the matter. No gate fee was
charged, as they would lead theil
readers to believe. 1t was a fire.,
picnic. We have been unable to fine
any one who came out behind, excep
R. NJ. White, who would pay tel
times as much as he lost for the ex
perience gained. Wagons were no
allowed in the grounds in The morn
ling, without paying 25 cents. In tn
afternoon they were not allowed t,
come in at any price. The Fai
Grounds were under the management
of R. NJ. White. He was responsible
for the trees and grass on the ground
! He placed man at the gate in th
morning with strict orders to alloy
no man to bring his vehicle in, excep
to unload his folks and baskets, ant
then drive out, unless he paid 2
cents for keeping said vehicle inside
When you invite people to your hous
free, do you expect them to driv
their wagons into your yard and hitc
and feed? Verify, no. Besides, ther
was not hitching racks in the Fai
Grounds for one-tenth of the wagons
About noon VIC heard there was som
dissatisfaction about the people tai
ing in their wagons. We at ono
! went to the gate, and told the gate
keeper to let no one bring his wago
! in except to unload, no matter if b
wanted to pay. This is the whole {
the matter. If We were wrong, "
are able to stand it. The Fa
Grounds were under our charge, an
: we wanted to return them as "
found them. If people wanted
I hitch in among the trees they had I
pay 25 cents. We preferred the
| should stay on the outside. We az
: vertised free admission. We kel
! our word. We did not advertise [
] admit a mans stock or his stor'
; II the hatelHgeneer folks don't like i
they can lump it. Parties with
grievance now know who. TO find fau
{ with.