The National tribune. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1877-1917, 1893-02-16

There, sword in hand, he's leading on brigh
meteor OF war,
! The lionheared Washington, peerless guiding
God save the King! God save The KING" the
Britons family cry;
| "God save Washington" the thunder tones re-
| ply.
No more this daunless battle-cry o. er bloody field.
shall ring.
No more Columbia's braves shall strive 'gainst
/ soldiers of the King;
| For victory won. bright freedoms sun dispels
wars lurid gloom;
| The sword is shea;hed; by fame enwreathed. each
patriots course il run.
But ever DER Mount Vernon's tomb The breezes
softly swell.
On washing,on's immortal name their whispering
voices dwell
And constant the cleaning stars of Heavens
azure dome,
So ever shall this favored land be Freedoms chosen
home
GOD save the throne, God save the throne ~
But. God save Liberty!H Columbia's sons reply
Wilbur n. HEDGES, Madison, n. j.
WASHINGTON PRIZE ESSAY.
The anniversaries of great victories, grand
achievements and events that affect the welfare OF
the Nation, occasions for celebrations and re-
jocing. but Feb. % should be of our proudest
! holidays. This day gave to our country George
! Washington, the man 10 whom largely in
debted for freedom, our political institutions
| and our present grandeur.
As il born for a special purpose. his inclina,ions
leo hlni. While yet DtR0 Tie training
would fiji him for his future work. Who suspected
that the Virginia scoolboy. drilling his compan-
ions on the village green, would one day lead his
countTymen in struggle with Great Britain, and
win for America a crown OF laurels such as no
nation had ever worn?
in the French and Indian war Washington
proved his worth and wisdom, his special fitness
for the work which the proud triumph Of his
after life. 1t Washington who carried Dim
widdie's message; il was Washington who saved
Braddock' s army, and il was Washington who first
marched over the ruins of Fort du Quesne. Grand
achievements! Though not recognized by Eng
land, America does not forget him.
When called to command the American forces in
the Revolution, Washington came not TO the head
of triumphant army. His men were equipped
with nothing but valor. Their had but justice
and "a few strong arms TO support II but, through
all the dark days and many reverses. this indom-
liable lender faced danger and hardship and never
lost courage to press forward in pursuit OF free
dom.
When the and the Stars and Stripes
hoated. the undispuied emblem of liberty, WASH
ington retired modestly to his home. He asked no
further reward for his service he lived and labored
for his country. His work, though, WIS not yet
done. We him helping to frame suitable
Government for the country he has defended so
well
Eight more years of public service and the CEN
trail figure in American history passes from the
stage of activity and seeks weil-earneG repose.
First in peace first in war, and first in the hearts
OF his countrymeH" was appropriately said of him.
He rose above partisanship. He knew no section
Pay to his memory the well earned tribute of re-
spect. Let every heart swell with pride at the
meLtion of his name. May every home and every
him on his birthday, that the young may know the
way true greatness and the gratitude of the peo-
ple.-T Z. Hickmon, Bradford, Ark.
WASHINGTON PRIZE STORY.
There six of them. and what bright, jolly
six they were! Lottie. the eldest, was 20 years of
age. and was all that older sister should be--a
help 10 father and mother and bright example
for the younger members OF The family.
Grant was named after The brave warrior whom
his father had followed in many battle; he WAS
Is. Jessie and Jennie were twins of Is. So closely
did they resemble each other that even their
parents sometimes nistook one for the other.
Harold was a studious lad of ~ He called his
books his friends and spent many an hour with
them. Phil, the youngest, was named by a favorite
uncle. and bore, like his eldest brother, the name
OF a brave soldier. Philip Sheridan. Many time,
seated upon Uncle Franks knee, had he heard the
story of Winchester and Cedar Creek, and he could
repeat part of Reeds stirring poem, Sheridan's
Ride"
Mr. and Mrs Carlton. for this is our family's
name, were proud Of their children. They were
not wealthy but well to do. Iottie had aided them
by teaching the younger pupils of the village school
and Grant waited upon customers at the village
store. They were talking of WashiDgton's birth
day, and how were they to celebrate IL? There was
to be "a ball for the young ladies and gentlemen,
but this did not interest the boys and girls, and
Lottie and Grant volunteered 10 aid in any other
kind OF an entertainment that might be suggested.
The latter proposed an Grafton by the school
MASTER but Jennie declared that though she had
~ profound reverence LOT washington anu Der
iIlusirous forefaihers. she was hardly prepared to
listen 10 that Father and mother were called
upon for help, and just as Mr.. Carlton laid aside
his paper, the dear old NATIONAL TRIBUNE, and
Mrs. Carlton carefully folded her sewing, Jessie
seized with bright idea
Taking from the Juvenile shelf of the well filed
bookcase Miss Alcott's Jack and JILL" she said
the problem was solved, and with approving smiles
the others said so. too They would take the pro-
gram given in that for a guide, aud thus prepare
one for themselves.
The entertainment could be given in the parlor
of the Carlton house. Many AN old garnet could
furnish a costume others could be made at home
at a small expense. All the young people were
notified and gladly responded. How busy they
were for the next few weeks. aud how many pleas
ant evenings were spent rehearsing!
At last the time came. The room. which was
large for ordinary social gathering, was crowded
with the young people aud their parents. stage
had beeu built al one end OF The room ana was
curtained off with many colors and materials An
orchestra was thought to be hardly practical, 30
Loitie presided mt the piano.
After A" Yankee Doodle" a lively prelude, the
audience aud actors joined ia singing America"
Then the curtain rose and among pines and ever
greens. aud other trees one of which showed the
marks OF Ratchet stood Gene Warman. sturdy
young farmer. whom people said would wed fair
Lot,ie. and her brother Phil. They were disguised
as little George and his father.
II did not need the dialog which followed to
tell that this the Ratchet story aud when the
curtain went down the children were loud in their
cheering.
Next came a scene which pictured the smal
George as grown; this, Also was young WarniaD,
playing an Oiu tretonA TOT the lhds hId hssies 10
dance. and lively did they do the Virg inia Reel
that many "A foot kept time TO the music
All spplauded loudly this time; also when the
curtain rose again, showing Washington and his
family. aud again when lie took command of the
army at Boston. when some one murmured What
will come nexi?"
The spectators were kept In suspense some time
now a supense which shortened by Lottie s
lively music. sham battle to take place
II they had been asked what battle they could not
have told. but of course tile British were soon put
10 flight aud the Americans marched of to a tune
played by Frank with fife aud Harold with a
drum. The audience overlooked the scarcity OF
men engaged aud capped loudly.
The girls came next in very pretty tabeau.
The mothers gazed fondly upon their daug hters,
and the children looked closely TO make that
they were sisters friends WHO sat dressed go
quantity ia the dresses of long ago.
The surrender of CORVALLIS aud Washing ton
journeying TO New York followed portion of
/ the farewell address was read, and the program
about to be concluded with music when Phil
whispered that they had had nothing about Sheri-
dan.
Little Miss belmont, who had studied elocutioD
overlIearing the remark, and knowing his fondness
for anything pertaining TO that gallant hero, kindly
offered TO recite g SheEidans Ride" aud all were
SO delighted with her rendition that seyera patriotic
pieces followed. At last rs the clock struck a late
hour, the mothers thought their little should
be taken home. AS wraps donned much
praise was lavshed OH the young people. while
they. Ia turn, felt supremacy happy in having fur
nshed such enjoyable evening. Some of the
children wished Feb % might come much oftener
and the grown people expressed hopes that good
a time might he had next year.
Good-nights said aud all went aw sy carry
ing pleasant memories of the birthday of Tie Father
Of CounIry.-Aice III. Bonney Little Sioux
Iowa.
OUR HERDS BIRTHDAY.
His counicnance sereneiy looks