The daily gazette., 1883-05-28

The Pennsylvahia Railroads. COmpIl-
ments TO the Press of Wilmington and
Other Cities
The annual press excursion of the Penn
sylvania Railroad Company was given on
Friday and Saturday, and proved by far the
best OF the numerous delightful trips that
have been rendered the press representa-
tives OF this section for q number of years.
1t was participated In by about 100 persons,
comprising representatives Of the press OF
Washington, Baltimore, Pittsburg, VIII
mington and Philadelphia and vicinity, most
OF whom were accompanied by their wives
or lady friends. 3f.4
The excursion train consisting of an en-
gine and four cars, left Camden few min
utes after o'clock, Friday afternoon, on
the West Jersey railroad, In charge Of that
most genial Of managers, George DeHaven,
who has demonstrated such perfect capac-
ity for this important position that
his absence would be like the
loss of valuable feature of the
affair. Fast time was made during the
entire trip, and no stop was made until the
station at Cape May City was reached.
Here the exeursionists were transferred TO
the cars of the Cape May g. Delaware Bay
Railroad, and in few minutes were landed
at Cape May Point, where they were soon
comfortably domlciled at Cartoons and the
Cape House.
The dust of travel was at once removed
and then followed delightful stroll along
the beach, which put everyone in the best
possible condition for the elegant supper at
he Carlton that followed. Later in the
evening the parlor and also the dining room
were devoted to dancing purposes, and the
Eight fantastic" was INDUCED in until
nearly midnight, under the management
of Prof. Asher, of Philadelphia.
Saturday morning found the party In ex-
cellent trim, good sleep having dlspelled
all effects of the light and harmless dissipa-
ton of toe previous evening. After break
fast carriages were provided, and the ex-
eurslonists were not only driven over to the
city, but were treated to delightful drive
along the beach. Here, also, they were
rendered an informal reception at the
Stockton House, by the proprietor, who
cordially invited an inspection of this
splendidly appointed house, which is just
now in the turmoil of active preparation ior
the coming season.
At 1870 the special train started for
Atlantic City, and with feelings of regret
Cape May was left behind. After all, it is
the prince of American watering places, and
while the glories of other summer
resorts rise and pass away, 1t steadily re-
magnificent beach and elegant hotels offers
u neyer-ceasing round Of pleasure and COM
fort TO the fortunate ones who can while
away the hot summer season by the cool sea
waves.
The run to Atlantic City was also made
without a stop, but on arriving at the sta
tion the excursionists were requested to
keep their seats, and in few minutes the
train started again, and after passing slowly
through the city proceeded down the beach.
This was an alteration of the regular pro-
gram, end oceasioned considerable comment,
until South Atlantic City was reached aud,
the unique proportions OF the Elephant
HOteP were seen from the cars. Manager
DeHaven smilingly announced that he had
''strained point to allow his guests to see
the elephant" and "see the elephant"
They did, in the most approved manner
This architectural novelty is house OF
large proportions and sixty-fve feet in
height, constructed In the shape of an ele-
phant. Doors in the hind legs permit of en-
trance and exit, while an observatory on top
affords beautiful marine view. The animal
was fully inspected in Ave minutes, and then
the train steamed back to Atlantic City.
For dinner the party divided, half going
to the Brighton and the others to the
Dennis. A brief drive along the beach fol-
lowed, and was much enjoyed. Atlantic City
is kept going at lively pace the entire year,
at this time, with the summer season close
at hand, presents lively and animated ap-
pearance. On the return trip the train was
taken over the Camden & Atlantic railroad,
and the distance-sixty miles-was travelled
in the remarkably quick time of 62H min
utes. 1t was the fastest riding that most OF
the excursionists ever experienced, but the
cars ran so smoothly that few had any idea
of the tremendous speed until the suburbs
OF Camden suddenly appeared in sight. The
engine was No. IS, driven by Harry Earle.
During the entire trip everything condu-
Give to the pleasure and comfort OF the ex-
cursionists was literally provided, and from
first to last it proved delightful treat to
the fortunate ones who participated.