Evening journal., 1910-10-13
CITY PAYS HONOR
TO COLUMBUS
Societies Pause a Moment To
Recall Discovery Of
America
KNIGHTS SUGGEST
FUTURE HOLIDAY

A splendid tribute was paid to the
memory Of Christopher Columbus in
this city yesterday, II was the 41Sth
anniversary Of his discovery of this
continent. and although a specific day
to honor his memory was set aside
only two years ago. the day was q
succession OF exercises.
The crowning feature was an enter
tainment last night in knights of Co
lumbus Hall, Tenth and King streets,
under the auspices of Santa Maria
Council, knights Of Columbus. In adj
dition to a high-class musical pro-
gram, an oration was delivered by
John +. Malloy. the attorney. The
rooms OF the council were crowded.
and at every mention of the name Of
Columbus there we're cheers and ap-
plause. The council rooms were
handsomely decorated.
In his address Mr.. Malloy gave a
brief history Of Columbus and en-
phasized the immense importance Of
his discovery OF America, which he
said was an event for world COM
memoration. Mr.. Malloy thought the
magnitude of the discovery was just
dawning upon the world, and he urged
that Columbus Day be placed on a
plane with the nations other great
holidays.
Mr.. Malloy said it was remarkable
how little was known generally OF the
life history of the great discoverer.
He spoke IN detail OF the Italians
long and discouTaging struggles to
gain recognition of his one and pre-
dominating theory that beyond the
waters Of the Atlantic Ocean there
was a land of promise. He said Co
lumbus was a great man in many re-
spects for otherwise he never could
have continued his struggles and fin
ally brought them to such a success
full conclusion.
sNir. Malloy's address was thorough
ly enjoyed by all While yesterday
was more generally observed than II
has been for some time It is believed
movement will be started that will
result in having the day declared q
holiday in this state.
There was a delightful musical and
literary program presented. James
! McGillin, a member OF the council. en-.
tertained with vocal selections thai
we're loudly applauded. James f
Donnelly. OF Baltimore. gave a rect.
tation OF "Clarence's Dream" from
Richard the Third.
An orchestra played during the
evening, and refreshments were
served.
Following their parade Of the after
noon. Wilmington Italians continued
their celebration last evening with 9
ball in German Hall Prior to the
grand march, Leonard e. Wales and
Congressman Heald spoke in English
and p. Delcampo spoke In Italian. Mr.
Wales said
This day is not only honored in
this country, but II is celebrated
throughout the world and while In
this land the land which was discov,
cred by Christopher Columbus. but II
states observe II as a legal holiday.
hope that IL will be more generally
observed. But the sons and daughter.
OF Italy honor this day. for on The
day during the year 1892 this country
was discovered by Christopher Colum
bus"
Congressman Heald commented
upon the patriotism OF the Italians
and briefly emphasized the importanc,
Of the day. A stand Of American anC
Italian colors was then brought upoi
the platform and chrlstened will
wine. the sponsors being Misses Eliza
beth Cagnacci. Rose Cagnacci MARI
Damico. Mary Giecomo, Rose Gia
como and Annie Calls.