The morning news., 1892-03-18
THE GREENS PARADE.
a Big Turnout of Savannah's Iri
Military.

a Big Turnout Of Savanneh's Irish
Military.
Tho parade Of the Irish Jasper Greens
was one Of the events of the day. and proved
quite an enjoyable one 70 the soldiers.
The corps met at the armory at o'clock
and the parade began half an hour later.
| Capt. Flannery was in command with
Sergts. McGrath and Gleason. There were
| sixty-seven IN ranks, and the parade was
an imposing one. The march was:
Down Abercorn street to CASTOR, on
CASTOR to Drayton, to Liberty, to
East Broad, to Broughton, TO Abercorn, to
Bay, to Bull, to Broughton to West Broad,
to Liberty, TO Bull and thence TO the Jasper
monument in Madison square. where the
regular salute Of three rounds was fired.
The return march was then taken up to the
armory by Bull, Castor, Drayton, Hail and
Abercorn streets.
This was the frat street parade of the
Greens under the new drill regulations, and
included the formation Of street columns
and squares. The movements require a
large company or a battalion ID perform,
and were splendidly executed.
The Greens were met at the armory by
number OF veteran and ununiformed menu
bers. After the parade was dismissed the
corps took the cars. which were in waiting
70" them, to Bryan street. where a COLLATION.
was served at Sullivans cafe. 1t was COM
plimentary affair, rendered by Mr.. j. J.
Sullivan, an exempt member of the corps,
and proved most enjoyable treat. There
were nearly 100 members and friends of the
corps present and seated at the tables, be-
sides several lady spectators.
The supper room was h hlndsomely decor
ated, flags of all nations being draped from
the ceiling and upon the walls the star
spangled banner and the harp of Erin occu-
! pied the most prominent places. Potted
plants and flowers were distributed about
the room and upon the tables. Handsome
nosegays were laid at each plate.
Capt. Flannery presided at the head Of
the table and was master of ceremonies.
There were calls for Sullivan Immediately
upon the opening Of the teasI and the blush
ing host responded in his maiden effort in
the field of oratory. Mr.. Sullivan said:
It is with sincere pleasure that greet you and
welcome you "a my guest this teuing The
sentiments associated with this day that we
celebrate in memory Of our patron saint lend a
peculiar pleasure to the coming together Of all
true sons of Erin.
True to the nature of every Irishman 10 give
vent to his patriotism in iibations around the
convtvial board as well as in valorious deeds, l
offer in modest way that which cheers the
spirit after the fatigues OF the march and the
duties Of the day. And relying upon your con-
viction that the larger your patriotism the more
largely will you partake of my humble repast
stronghold and capture the spots.
The speech was greeted with applause and
the invitation accepted with a will. 1t was
an elegant feast that had been prepared for
| the occasion with substantials and delicacies
il abundance. Claret and champagne
| punch and wines were served freely.
When the feast had been successfully at
| tackled and demolished and the cigars passed
| speeches and songs were in order. The
| host introduced A. s. Way, ESQ.,, who de-
livered an address as eloquent as IL was
brief. Mr.. Way said:
| Though many of you have been born under
an alien sky, and though all of you are de-
| scendants of an oppressed people, yet you may
| clasp to your hearts with a reverential love the
verified truth that in every land where the for
| lorn fugitive from the Emerald Isle has placed
| his foot he has left the impression of his
| genius, and, by his patriotism, has added new
| luster to the shining light of liberty. Even in
| this land OF brave men. it was reserved for one
OF the sons 0t old Ireland to eXemplify his love
| OF liberty In these valorous deeds that have
| called forth the encomiums and praises of a
| generous people during 100 years, and has
| caused his name and image to be marked and
| nodded in living marble and enduring bronze
the image and the name of Jasper
1t was with that shining light before you and
wish TO perpetuate his name and emulate his
| virtues that this organization was formed. And,
| may it never let trail in the dust that banner
Of truth. of justice and Of liberty that Jasper
| died to save.
Sergr. Leonard was called on Tor song
and gave "The Irishman's Toast" Private
| Price sang a sentimental song.
Mr.. John f. Harty recited "The Man of
the Musket," which was much applauded.
Private Gallagher brought down the
house with "McSorley's Twins"
Ex-Sergt. Mcmahon, Sergt. McGrath,
Alderman Mcclure and Assistant Chief of
Police Killourhy made short speeches.
Private DeiGnan sang THE Mcintyre
Clan" and the banquet concluded with
three cheers for Mr.. Sullivan and three
cheers for Capt Flannery.
EDGAR A. PoE's own copy of "The Bells" has