Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-09-15

piantatiOn songs were acceptable. now |
apDreciase tn nIGle peoiuctlcns of a |
Mozart. Wagner. Schuman. Beethoven,et |
The Germans also introduced the beautl- |
full Christmas celebrations. the gymnasi- |
um and kind .rs t,'tn. all Of witch arr ac- |
knowledged customs now"
The speaker then referred to what the |
Germans have done In the way OF ievelop- |
ing the higher musical taste In this coun- |
trv. TO their fostering of the gymnasiums |
and kindergarten systems. TO the bcauti- |
full German Christmas customs AMI con- |
Guiding said:
ut Is true we still speak German. re-
tain our German customs and enjoy
ments but above all we are Americans
through and through.
As every American understands. we
have never attempted 10 take n prominent
position in politics; we have quietly and
faithfully performed our duties as citi-
zens We have also strictly suppressed
all politics or religion in our Association.
But we do not intend by mutual under
standing or secret organization 10 pro-
scribe immigrants or our German use OF
language. German customs an1 t'e'mn
modes OF enjoyment or rghtful privileges.
We will use our influence in every way
towards any respectful German-American
citizen who may call upon us for aid.
THEIR PRINCIPLES.
"Our association has only these political
and religious purposes: To war against
any attack upon the use of the German
language or upon German customs: TO
war against any fanatical prosecutions,
lies or oppression which are unworthy
of a free Republic: to war against any OF
our rights as free German-American citi-
zens At the same time we stand ready
oil It,a 10 blood aa nrnDf
of our loyalty and love to the land of our
own adoption and most beloved new home,
America"
In conclusion Mr. Won Rosenegk called
for n hearty Hook I'm honor Of America
and extended second welcome To the
gathering and thanks to those who were
TO take part in the programme of cSer-
clses.
Just before the parade in the morning,
Mr.. Rosenegk was presented with an
exquisite gold and silver medal by the
members of the Young Mems Association.
Mr.. Zimmerman handed him the gift, and
In his speech Mr.. Rosenegk took occasion
to thank his young friends for the hand
some token Of their esteem.
The Blues band then rendered the orr
entail Overture. after which the chorus OF
| children. under the efficient direction Of
| Professor G. +. Mutter. sang the Ger
| man song "Ich hab' mich ergeben." The
| little ones showed excellent training. and
they acquitted themselves in splendid
| style.
The Social Home band under the direc-
| tion of Rev. Father Gregory. then rem
dered CARS Hunting Chorus with telling
! effect. These musicians play exceptional
/ ly well and show careful training.
MIR. MILLER'S SPEECH.
Mr. Henry q Miller, the orator of the
| day was gracefully introduced by Pres
! ident Rosenegk. The audience greeted
| the speaker most cordially when he came
! forward. Mr.. Miller announced that the
/ subject of his address would be the "Ob-
/ ject and Aims of the German-American
! Association. After offering few words
| of welcome to his hearers. he stated that
| the prime business object Of the organiza-
| ton was to attend the wants OF every
! German immigrant. who came here 10
: seek work or to settle, and 10 offer the
; strangers, protection and Information.
, Moreover, il is the object of the Associa-
; ton to care for the poor Germans VINO
come TO Richmond. In other words, the
! organization Is a benevolent society, ana
since its origin the members have support
ed over 200 persons In INDECENT circum-
| stances. and offered assistance TO many
/ OtntiS. he bilNtiS udNff 81 eif N'A''t
| answered letters from Germans asking In
! formation relative 70 Richmond ana Nir-
| ginia.
The second object of the organization
said Mr.. Miller, IL the encouragement
of social intercourse and friendship among
! our GerT'lan-American citizens. Ihe hab
| its and customs of the Fatherland arr
cherished. and the members meet ac
| oualntances whom they would otherwis'
! never see
Mr. Miller next told of the future OF th'
! Association and what il should aim 10 d'
in regard to immigration. The German
here want honest. Industrious Immigrants
neonle who till the soil and would be th'
pride of any community. The speaker al
luded To the impossibiiity OF the society
assisting immigration unless they haC
the aid of the state authorities lie re
ferred 10 the vast resources of virginia
and the many acres which now lie uncut
| tlvated in the Old Dominion Mr.. Mlhel
| used the West as an Illustration "i VIVA
| this State could do with the help OF non
est immigrants. The speaker eNpresse'
the belief that our present Board OF AZ
ric,ilture was unable TO accomplish VIVA
"a desired Pamphlets and books cahno
bring people here. NlrBin"' I'M
her sister Western states, shouiu 's
tablish a bureau OF immigration WIN SUI
hcient means to bring foreigners mere
whether they hail from Ehshhu' i'''"''''
! Scotland or Germany.
In conclusion the orator urged ms Ieu
tonic friends to cultivate knoWNdBe 0
the German language and customs an
to cherish and initiate everything ZOO
J and great that hailed from the dear 'i'
Fatherland. He advised his hearers 10 >
live. that their lives would be hohofeu
and their people esteemed I'm this cominu
nitv The address. which was replet
with graceful language and sage sug8es
| tlons. was delivered In German.
} MAYOR ELLYSON PRESENTED.
After other selections by the bands
President Rosenegk presented Mr.. hily
son who made a most appropriate htti
speech. The Mayor alluded In Nndl
terms 10 Richmond German-Amerlcan cl'
izens and their exemplary conduct as CIT
liens and Virginians
The programme was concluded WIN stN
oral weIl-rendered musical selections. tn
chlldren's chorus sang MY Country lis
Thee" with splendid effect while IN
Social Home Band played "Kiange vor
Rhein" In good style.
After leaving the Music hall. the audl
ence scattered throughout the ENpositio
building and gave themselves up To gen
, eraI enjoyment. IL made one feel 600
| 10 look at them.
+. IL you think all Richmond policemen ar
! Irishrnen. you should have been with III
= Germans yesterday. There were over
dozen Teutonic club-swingers celebrating
and there weren't two bigger men on III
grounds than Jake" Lange, and Office
Mattern.
About o'clock the Music hall wa
cleared. and the fest concluded with
grand ball. In which all took part.
I lasted for four hours and afforded NJ
limited enjoyment TO the young folks.
DEAD CHICKENS FOR SALE.