Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-08-10
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CAxP CECIL CLAY,
Bar RrpaR, Nd, August 8. 1891
Saturday was q hot day for the boys at camp
on the shores Of the Chesapeake All day long
old Sol seemed to be on the rampage and
poured his burning rays on suffering humanity
without compassion. Maj. Bartlett, who vas
compelled to go 70 Washington on business
connected with his ONCE reported upon his re-
turn that the heat in Washington was almost
unbeatable. A slight breeze sprung up late in
the afternoon. which cooled the air somewhat,
and was thoroughly appreciated by all present
on the grounds
RIFLE SHOOTING AND PRIZES WON.
In the morning the remaining members OF
company b (who had been prevented from be-
ing present at the first practice by reason Of
their services on post sentinels), accom-
panied by company A. marched down TO the
rife range and did some shooting on the ZOo-
yard range. Some fine scores were made,
greatly 10 the satisfaction OF Lieutenant Vale,
the inspector of rifle practice First Sergeant
Moore Of company won the handsome gold
medal presented by Captain Walker by score
of ~ out of q possible 10 The sergeant de-
serves and should receive .he eongratulations
of his friends. Captain Walker marched his
company down 70 the firing point In great
shape and style. being headed by the drum
corps aud bearing aloft a handsome banner pre-
scented by him to the company Another medal,
a silver one also the gift Of Captain Walker,
was won by Sergeant hipp, being the second
best prize he making II out of possible %
In company b the gold medal presented by
Private Henry Holtz, To be awarded for the best
score made during camp by any member OF the
COMPANY. was won by Private George NJ. Flick.
The score was Y out Of a possible % at the 2cO-
yard range. Private Flick will also have the
privilege OF wearing the championship gold
medal during the coming month which was
pres. nted by Lieut.. TonIiiusoI and Is to be
contested Tor monthly. The generous, lively
interest taken IN his eompanys affairs oy
Private Holtz is deserving OF special commen-
dation He joined the company only IastApri-
The medal Is Of gold. handsomely and neatly
designed. and 10 the personal workmanship OF
Private Holtz.
An ATTACK on TIRE CAMP.
Or Friday night an attack was made on the
camp by what was supposed to be a genuine
enemy The movements of the troops and a
general outline of the plan of attack and de-
1snss will be made the subject OF special ar
ticle later. The situations were interesting and
the readers of The STAR may be assured of an
entertaining military description OF what Is
now commonly known the battle OF Bay
Ridge" Il will be some time before many of
those who were engaged in the ARRAY will forget
IT. For while there was great excitement III
Camp Cecil Clay.
Adit Gen Long and Maj. Piexotto passed
some pleasant hours in camp during the day.
The interest displayed by these officers in the
military routine of the encampment il much
appreciated by the members OF the sixth. At
night the major and DIR. Woodman entertained
O party of lades and O number OF officers with
vocal selections from different comic operas.
guitar specially provided for the occasion
gave forth strains of sweetest music under the
delicate touch Of the major.
The deputy commissioner ofinternal revenue,
Gen Wilson. visited the camp on Saturday to
call upon Major Bartlett, but unfortunately did
not him. the major being absent IN WASH
inxton. The general Is veteran OF the late
war. having served as adjutant of the nifty
fourth Ohio during the entire conflict
Capt jesse NJ. Bss-eett of company b Treas
ury Guards. was acting major. IN command of
the camp during Major Bartletts absence on
Saturday. This gentleman and officer Ia great
fsvorite with ali the members of the sixth bat
talon, and Is worthy Of their affection and
respect
CAMP PHOTOGRAPHS.
Maj. Bartlett and his staff were photo
graphed assembled around the headquarters
VEN, . few DAYS since. A number Of photo
graphs have also been taken of the different
approaches TO the camp and Of the Company
streets. including also u view VI the battalion
while on dress parade. large number Of the
pictures have been subscribed for by the de-
partment Doys.
The drum corps has rendered faithful and in
telligent service during the encampment.
Without this very necessary adjunct the camp
would hardly have been the success II has.
The calls have all been given promptly and ef
fectively and have been a source of much in
tersst TO visitors The Naval Academy Band
h.- reported promptly on time every day at
dress parade and during the course Of the
week has rendered some admirable selections
SUNDAY arrived with due grace and put in