The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-02-10
IN THE CRESCENT CITY.
HOWITZERS ROYALLY RECEIVED
ATNEW ORLEANS.
Great Preparation for the Mardi Gras Festi-
vai--Reception to Lee Camp--The Rex OF the
Carnival Escorted by His Subjects to the
City y--TabIeaux in the Parade.

NEW ORLEANS. La, Feb. 9.--LSpecial THE
Howitzer excursion party reached this city
Sunday morning about s O'Clock.
AT the depot we were met by the Washing
ton Artillery and escorted TO the Artillery
Armory Besides the Howitzers, there were
in the procession delegation Of the Grand
Army Of the Republic and the Elizabeth IN.
j. Zouayes. When the armory. which was
prettily decorated. was reached, short ad-
dress Of welcome was delivered by Mayor
Shakespeare on behalf Of the city. Then we
had good lunch. which, by tine way, was
hugely enjoyed for we had no food since the
night before in Birmingham. Songs followed,
and then there were impromptu speeches
and champagne. Mr.. Polk Mixer told
q good story, which created much amuse-
ment Then the company and association
went TO the Hotel Royal. where accommo-
dations had been secured. While all this
transpired the ladies had been taken in car
pages to the hotel, and the Lee Camp men were
Nut in large wagonnettes and driven 10 their
quarters at 100 Carondelet street. which had
been provided for them by their hosts, the
veterans Of the louisiana division of the
Army of Northern Virginia.
A ROYAL INCEPTION.
Later in the day they were taken to the
Olympic the Pickwick. the Irish-American
and other club-houses, an invitation to the
courtesies of which were cordially extended.
The rest Of the day the Virginians were allow
ed 10 follow their own inclinations. Some
went 10 church great many-all the Lee
Camp party-visited the cluster of cemeteries
and the Metarie graveyard where Jefferson
Davis is burial. In front of the vault, which
IL underground and covered by tall monu-
ment. they placed several bouquets of
flowers. Speaking of flowers reminds
me that around the suburbs Of the city can
be seen the most beautiful roses growing IN
the open air. Orange trees laden with ripe
fruit can also be seen in abundance. Sunday
night many Of our party went 70 the theatre,
all IN full blast. One party Of the men visit
ed the French Opera House i'll the French
quarter, where the Daughter Of the Drum,
WAS in English. There were over five thou
sand people present. Subsequently the same
party visited three other theatres.
DELIGHTFUL WEATHER.
The weather is delightful Our coats have
been thrown aside and winter clothes are un-
comfortable Miss Hettie Tabb, a daughter
of DIR. X. Cabcl Tabb, of Richmond, has been
here for about two weeks. and y the guest of
Colonel Richardson's family. This afternoon
we went down the river on a large ocean
steamer with the other military TO escort the
steamer which brought Rex and his court to
the city.
En- route We were entertained by band Of
music and a fine lunch. with wine.
Advices received this morning were to the
effect that His Majesty was enjoying the very
best Of health. and that he was looking for
ward with glorious anticpations to his meet
ing once more with his loyal and devoted sub
jects gathered from the quarters of the globe
in the beloved crescent city.
HONOR TO HIS MAJESTY.
The whole squadron on its way up dipped
its colors rs il passed His Maiestys yacht,
and Rex returned the compliment with an
appropriate salute. The Oliver Beirne having
aboard members Of the ROYAL Host and Car
uiyal Court at IL o'clock steamed down the
river to meet His Majesty. When the Royal
yacht was met, Rex and his retinue were
transferred to the Beirne, which arrived about
o'clock.
The steamer we were on came in about half
an hour before. The parade was something
beautiful, and in its nature a revelation 10 our
Richmond folks. though OF course II will not
compare, am told, 10 what we Will see to-
morrow.
ORDER OF TROOPS.
The first 10 approach was a mounted detach-
ment of Household Guards, then platoon OF
the Household Guards on foot followed by
Brigadier-General Adolph Meyer with the
troops who were formed as follows:
First. fourth Battalion Infantry. Louisiana
State National Guards and Major :. j. Wolms-
ley. Second. third Battalion Infantry Lou
isiana National Guards. Major David;
lhird, company Louisiana Rifles Captain
Adams; fourth, battalion Washington Artil-
lery, Colonel j. b. Richardson; fifth. Fifth
Maryland Regiment sixth. Richmond Howit-
ters: seventh. Elizabeth Zouayes, of Eliza
beth, n. j.; eighth, Continental Guards, Cap
tain Drown; ninth Detroit Light Infantry, of
Detroit Mich; tenth battery B, Louisiana
Att T. = RgarlAm.
Junior Hussars. of Columbus. o.
His Grace. James A. Shakespeare, Duke OF
the Crescent City. followed with mounted
escort of Chevaliers of the House of Peers,
Kings Own Royal Guard. mounted, and the
ROYAL Haberdiers Then Rex himself ap-
peared, and in his train the Royal Courtier
Guard, mounted treasure seryitors, etc, Ma
rines from the Royal yacht, His MaJestys
Council. Dukes of the realm in carriages, and
the Household Guards.
PRESENTED WITH FLAG.
One Of the features of the day was the pre-
eentation by Mayor Shakespeare OF beautl-
ful State flag 70 the Southern Athletic battal-
ion. The Mayor was impressed with the
soldierly appearance of the battalion on the
sth of January, and manifested desire 10
show his affection for the Sac Boys by pre-
seuting TO them flag:
His fionor's kind offer was made known to
Major Walmsley and accepted, and the pre-
sentation took place this evening at the hall
The ceremonies were brief but interesting
Major Shakespeare. by the way: was thrown
from his horse during the parade and one OF
his legs were badly hurt. He was attended
by DIR. NJ ID. Hoge, Jr
Flags were floating gaiiy III the breeze TINS
afternoon. The streets are crowded with
eager sightseers from all parts of the world;
the river front is alive with crafts.
LEE CAMP ENTERTAINED.
REL Lee Camp were entertained this even
-.nr by the Benevolent Association. Louisiana
division of the Army of Northern Virginia
There was general reunion of veterans and
the occasion was very pleasant.
TABLEAux IN THE PARADE.
On the fiost in the parade Tomorrow will be
the following tableaux. l. Boluf Gras," fol-
lowed by sacrificial car called Design; 2,
Rex. the Carnival King; 8. Melody. 4. Splen-
dor; s, Poetry; 6. Peace. Z. Bacchand; $
Beauty: 0. History TO- Fairy Land IL, De
monia; IA, Fountain OF Youth; lS, The. East;
IA, Gaiety: Is, Love; Is, Flowerland; H.
Folly: Il, Industry; l9, Enchan'ment..
There viii be bounteous display OF what
many will suppose to be beautiful women, but
only men take part in the tableaux.
After the parade this afternoon Rex held
reception at the Grand Opera House..
neIfborate Murder.