The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1890-10-19
SCRIVEN TROOP IN TENTS
coI. GORDON AND STAFF VISIT
rgE sYLVANIA ENOAMPMENE.

ec-,ven County's Soldiery and
rs.izens-CoL Gordon's speech to
.,a Troopers-The Organization of
scriven's Troop.
Yesterday was the closing day of the fall
.,oeInnnent of the gallant Troop d. Fifth
Caor1ia cavalry, Of Scriven county. Invi-
+.tions had been extended to Col. W. w.
GORDON and staff TO be present TO witness
che final exercises Of the three days, encamp-
,,o,t which was inaugurated and success
t,llv carried through by the gallant me1
,o,,rosing the troop The MORNING NEWS
Cnvton correspondent boarded the up
passenger on the Central, where he found
81 Gordon, Maj. I. 8. Wylly, Jr, and
Ait A R. Lawton, Jr., who were On
route TO Sylvanis.
On arriving at Rocky Ford, the junction,
the marty boarded Col. Delps pet project,
tbs Svlvania railroad, and was joined by
tsw citizens, who wanted to see the gallant
Among the number was A. J. brinsou.
one Of the enterprising citizens in and
around the junction who controls large
landed interest and runs brick yard and
store. The trip to Sylvania is through a
neat farm houses. The fields are white
With cotton showing in unmistaksble terms
tho scarcity OF labor and the effects of the
recent rains which have interfered with
picking.
THE ARRIVAL AT SYLvANIA.
Atthe ancient but beautiful town Of Syl-
venia the Scriven Troop was drawn up in
line and at its head was its stilwart cap
tain, J. j. Brewer, veteran of the war,
whose devoted services were often recog-
nized by his superior officers. In size and
appearance it is said by the knowing ones
mat Capt. Brewer closely resembles the
world renowned Prince Bismarck. The
customary military salute was given
Col. Gordon and his associates, and
horses we're brought forward and
mounted, aid at the signal the
line OF march was taken up for the carp
ing ground beyond the town. As the gaily
decked troopers with their handsome new
helmets worn for the first time, nea ed the
town on their splendid chargers the well
come smiles of fair maidens, lovely young
ladies' aud gray-haired matrons greet ed the
soldier boys as they passed along the streets.
TIE splendid wall tents loaned TO che corps
for the occasion by Adjt. Gen. Kell were
pitched in field beyond the town, which
for all purposes for drill, ETC., could not be
found a more desirable location. The
colonel with bis staff and the officers of the
troop hastily inspected the quarters and
half hour was spent in making the acquaint-
ance Of the members.
COMPANY D's DRILL.
At the sound Of the bugle the men as
semb ed on the parade ground, and under
commanded Capt Brewer, were put through
the various evolutiols of the drill, which
showed that the men had b9en thoroughly
instructed. The rapid ty of the movements,
theprecision with which the evolutiens were
executed, the soldierlY bearing of the men,
the handsome charges and neat equipments
ELECTED many complimentary remarks, not
only from the colonel but the large crowd
assembled to witness the parade. Their
drill and charging was superb.
At the re d OF the morning drill and parade
short time was taken for rest when Capt.
| Brewer drew the troop in line and presented
! sabers to Col. Gordon. This seems to have
been hint to tho gallant colonel that a
speech was next in order. Mounted
on hands )me charger himself, Col.
Gordon thanked the troop for the compli-
mentary salute, and complimented it upon
ltj handsome and soldiery appearance, its
Splendid Workmanship and its proficiency
IN the dill He also c)ngratu ated it upon
'he good attention TO its horses and its
equipments, which would compare most
isyoraby with any company in the state.
OoI. G0rdon took occasion to remind the
troop That Its time spent In camps had
amply repaid 1t for the loss in time other
wise He said it is we'll for all democratic
countries to have well regulated force to
assist the civil authorities in the enforce
ulenC OF the laws. He expressed his regrets
q tuah the troops did not attend the Augusta
encampment last summer, bu5 the three
0ays Oh camp life which they had just ex-
per!enced would be OF incalculable benefit
70 IL. AT the conclusion of Col Cor
81 don's speech, which was we'll received by
the troop and the large crowd of ladies' and
gshtIemen present, the troop gave three
cneers and tiger, and were dismissed for
dinner.
THE DINNER.
Inls was most interesting part of the
programme, since the collation. was prepar Il
Dy the lady friends of the corps. Mrs. Jane
hooerts, most estimabe matron. took
oGalge OF the officers table, to the dellght
" Vhgse VINO pa took Of the good things "a
aoundantly supplied.
AT o'clock the troop assembled ard
WIFE Inc invited guest mounted, took up the
r nus OF march for the depot. At the denot
W. I poruoh made a few farewell remarks.
nu'ch We're heartily cheered AS the train
moved off the boys gave a parting salute
aau returned to camp, which was closed for
the season. was O'o<e" A0'
Iue Jay Itself was most auspicious. the
a ~ az LINES covered the earth with golden
NV the breeze was refreshing and cheer
LUZ the streets We're not dusty, and the
ualiy accompanying inconvenience of too
' tc, warmth In the atmosphere for pleas
w n actlve outdoor exercise was wanting IL
fo me SERVER Troop was organized in 1S47'
MI NIX u u, through the late war as part of the
t Iaoe georgia cavalry and was Organized
&C. 1oo!. Inc present officers are:
TTapta1n-J. j. Brewer.
SlsV Leutenant-M. d. Lanier.
TIv sS? Lieutenant-W. NJ. Hobby.
S r. Second Lieutenant-J. NJ. Common
III Sonnor, veteran of the late war
Ijo, i, NILS l, quar-, ermaster.
en 1lGues Lanier, Hobby and Conner are
civ 5,nt Of intelligence and ably assist
az tr gallant captain in the management of
e ,Iaga regret was expressed that Mai
rs +' ~ and the other gentlemen of the
0eorgla staff did not attend.
ne Weekly Test Alarms.
r''Stant Chief Mouro reports the fol-