The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-07-20
Pretty Weather Brings FaII SA Out to the Camp in l
 Large Numbers
TONIGHT ALL OFFICERS
 60 ID BICYCLE RACES
Camp Is in Excellent Condition and Conduct of 5oIdIers to Date, Has Been Remarkably Fine.
 No Orders.

The second day of the brigade encamp- ment of the Alabama National Guard was decided improvement over the first day. The weather was beautIru1 and several thousand people witnessed the regimental dress parades during the afternoon.
 The entire camp is in good condition in every way. and it's success seems as- sured beyond any doubt The fine weather of yesterday allowed the grounds to dry off and the soldiers are just about 100 per cent better satisfied than they were Monday.
 The camp is we'll organized, and every organization Is going through the regular routine of camp life. Each command is well in hand. The conduct of the soldiers has been remarkably good and no serious infraction of the rules has been re- ported
 School of Instruction.
 The camp is proving the best school of instruction ever held in the state, and there are many members of the Ala bama National Guard who will leave Bir- mingham Knowing a great deal more aDOuI military dHdlFS tHdii lHtSf bAa "haNAA they first came to the encampment.
 In issuing his orders, General Clark stated that he wished this camp to be conducted on a military basis, and it seems that his wishes ure pe1ng carried out. Yesterday afternoon General Clark said that the conduct of the camp, and of the men as soldiers, both in and out of camp, had been excellent. He expressed great qualification over the good conduct of the men, and said that ne sincerely hoped it would continue.
 This afternoon the first brigade review will be held, and General Clark will be accompanied by his entire staff.
 Lowering the Flags.
 One of the features of the camp life is the lowering of the two flags. one at bri- gade headquarters and the other on the field The flag at brigade headquarters is lowered after first retreat has been sound- ed and evening gun fired. The flag on the field is lowered when the second retreat call is sounded and the bands play the rational anthem. As the band plays the national anthem every one present is ex- rected to raise his hat and turn towards the flag as it drops from the top of the pole. This is considered the proper mark of respect to the flag, and at every post in the country this habit Is observed. The soldiers are required to raise their hats with their right hands and place them abreast of the left shoulder. It Is the desire of the officers of the camp that the citizens will observe this custom, mill botsr ~ | spirit
 Yesterday Surgeon General Dedman, Dr. Little of the United States troops and others officers made complete inspection of the encampment and had it placed in a sanitary condition. bitches were dug around the various camps so that all water would run off in case of a rain, and it is believed now that the boys will be thoroughly comfortable.
 Yesterday afternoon at dress parade the Second infantry was the first regiment on the field and its parade was exceptionally good Colonel Graves was complimented cn his entire command and several of the individual company commanders were also ccmplimented.
 The First regiment followed and 1t was in every way equal to the expectations. The regiment displayed quickness that showed careful training
 Third Regiment.
 The Third regiment was also in excel lent condition. In fact 1t drilled better than ito has done in years. and 1t appears from the showing the regiment is making in camp that it is in fine condition in every way.
 The squadron of cavalry and the batta1- ion of artillery were on the field early, and made very fine showing. The cavalry was specially effective and drew the at tention of the crowds.
 The street car facilities were altogether adequate and the large crowd found no trouble in being accommodated both go- ing to the camp and returning last night to the city. Quite a large number re- mained at camp during the supper hour and stayed until 9 or 10 o'clock. Lunches can be found on the grounds at the dry canteen which was established by the ladies of the Y. WIG. A. This ability to secure luncheon on the grounds and remain for regimental band concerts adds
 
 a great deal to the interest of spectators.
 Tonight has been set aside by General Clark for the officers of tbe National guard, and also the U. s. A. officers on duty at the camp to attend the bicycle races to be held at the stadium. Gen eral Clark and his staff will attend, and an invitation was extended to every of ficer in the encampment. All officers will be recognized at the gate, and the invita- tion includes their lady friends. Seats have been reserved for them at the Stadium and everything will be done for their comfort. Special races will be put on by Bobby Walthour and Jack Prince for the officers. and the bands will play the national aires.
 A large number of the officers have signified their intention to wear full uni form tonight when they will be the guests of the management of the bicycle track Several officers attended the races last night and they stated afterwards that the sport was the most exciting they