Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-08-17

and the animation incident to its respec-
tive celebrations is apparent everywhere.
The streets are thronged with people,
bunting is displayed in proiusion, and
the strains Of music from bands have
enlivened the scene,
Joy was in the air last night when
many were moving to and fro. Electric
lights flashed from a number OF build
ings, while flags and streamers were
swayed to and fro by the gentle zephyrs,
AS was stated in the Gazette, several
companies and representatives from
other Virginia cities arrived during the
day and were welcomed by the reception
committees OF the different Alexandria
organizations. These augmented the
city's population perceptibly, and they
we're moving through the streets until a
late hour at night.
Other visiting organizations began 70
arrive at 6 O'Clock this morning, and
continued to reach the city by trains
and boats until after 10 o'clock. By
noon many people from Washington and
the country adjoining Alexandria had
reached the city. The weather was fair
and everything was propitious for
gala day. The younger generation was
out in full force.
Shortly before two O'Clock, the hour
for the meeting OF the convention, the
Opera House was well filled. Many
ladies graced the occasion with their
presence aud all in attendance evinced
much interest in the proceedings.
Mr.. John II. Trimyer, President OF
the Virginia State Firemen's Associa-
ton, called the assembly to order, and
PRAYER was offered by Rev. ]. II. s.
Ewell, of the NJ. P. Church. Mr..
Trimyer then made short address and
introduced Mayor George l.. Simpson,
who welcomed the visitors en- behalf of
the city. The Mayor was at his best,
and his speech was well-concelved and
delivered in an impressive manner He
received much applause.
The mayor was followed by Capt. X.
II. Parks, OF Luray, who made happy
response.
Mr. ]. R. Catou, IT,, followed and
welcomed the visitors on behalf of the
iremen OF Alexandria. His speech was
also well timed, appropriate and deliv,
cred in fine style. Ii received merlted
applause.
Mr. Cation was followed by Capt. K.
C. Marshall, Of Portsmouth, and Capt.
r. II. Parks, of Luray, who made APP
propri ate responses.
Speeches we're also made by Capt.
Henry Schneider, of Winchester; Sec
rotary Cumming, Capt. T. j. Williams
of Charlottesville, and Capt. j. II. Red
mond, of Richmond.
The business OF the session was then
begun, President Trimyer in the chair
and Mr.. G. G.. Cumming, secretary.
Harry Tenneson was made sergeant-at-
arms and J. b. Griffin, assistant. Com
mittees were appointed as follows Gre
dentials, r. G. Marshall of Portsmouth,
chairman officers reports, II. Schnei'
der, of Winchester, chairman; resolu.
tons, r. II. Parks, OF Luray, chairman,
and exhibits, r l.. Herbert, of Ports
mouth, chairman. Letters Of regret
were received from a number of delegates
who we've unable 10 be present.
The members then received their del
egate badges and the meeting adjourned
till s O'Clock tonight.
At tonights session the following sub
jects will be considered:
"What are the best means of en-
enlargement to enlist the interest OF the
fire department and companies of on
State. who are not members Of the STATE
association, to become members ?" Re
Spouse by Henry Schneider, foreman
Rouss Hook and Ladder Company, No
1, Winchester.
1.-THE National Firemen's Association
the United States-Ought it not to be encour
aged by the fire departments and eompanil,e
Of our State?" Response by i. r. Lookabill
corresponding secretary National Firemen
Association, Roanoke.
"Firemen having saved human lives at th
risk Of their own-how should they be re
warded?" Response byT. W. Ridley, secon'
assistant foreman Park View Engine Com
pany, No. 3.
1.-The Importance and general results of tn
drill school for tiremen. Give opinion" Re
Spouse by Martin j. Ryan, chief engineer fir
department of Norfolk.
"Are cities aud towns Of our State keepin
pace with Improvements in fire protection i
nrOportiOn to the increase of the cOnfiagrato
hazard? Ifnoi, why not?" Response by n
F. Reid. chief engineer fire department, Dan
Vile.
"Firemen's tourn aments. Are they an ad
! vantage 10 our State Association and fire d,
~tments? If so, describe in what way; if
pa. Vantage. please explain" Response b
dlsa1 Vraithwaite, president Hose Compan!
" " a 10 -risonburg. n,;u
NO. 4, ia. sion the officers for the ensuln
year will be eI> N''u' Dlsc,
Organizations. '10ni Tue iO''0"s fN'
are in the city;
Woodstock.
Lursy.
Bedford.
Harrisonburg.
Wayuesboro.
Lexington.
stanton No. 2.
Coyington.
Pocahontas.
Suffolk.
Rescue Fire Company. Eagle No.