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August 1, 1792
National Gazette
Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania
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Citizens of Carlisle, Pennsylvania, gathered on July 14 to commemorate the French Revolution with a festive luncheon, patriotic toasts supporting republicanism and France, and a celebratory song, highlighting reviving American support for liberty.
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PHILADELPHIA.
It was observed in our last that, from the general tenor of the toasts drank in different parts of the United States, the genuine spirit of republicanism was rapidly reviving, in this country, and that the cause of France was becoming the cause of every free American. As a corroborating proof of what was asserted, we subjoin the following account of the commemoration of the FOURTEENTH of July, at Carlisle, in Pennsylvania.
Saturday last being the anniversary of the ever memorable French Revolution, the day was commemorated by a respectable number of the citizens of this borough and its vicinity, friends to the grand event. In the afternoon they assembled at Mr. Gibson's farm, on a beautiful lawn near the margin of Letart Spring, where, under a pleasing shade, after spending some time in friendly festivity, they partook of a cold collation provided for the occasion.
On this delightful spot, (resembling that on which Liberty might be presumed to have first erected a banner) the company formed a large circle, and having invited the truly venerable Mr. Robert Gibson to the chair, the following toasts were drank, accompanied with three cheers and instrumental music.
1. The 14th of July 1789 and 1790.
2. The king of the French.
3. The French nation—may it ever retain virtue to improve its excellent constitution, and valor to defend it from foreign and domestic foes.
4. The President of the United States [9 cheers.
5. The Governor and State of Pennsylvania.
6. The members of the French National Assembly—may they enjoy the felicity of seeing their country happy and flourishing under the operation of a free constitution and equal laws.
7. The societies all over the world, whose object is to obtain Universal Liberty.
8. The memories of the illustrious champions of French and American Liberty.
9. Thomas Paine, James Mackintosh, and all writers in defence of liberty and the rights of Man.
10. May the Empire of Kings, Priests and Nobles fall before the Empire of reason, freedom, and sound philosophy.
11. The liberty of the press—may it ever be free to disseminate knowledge, and mankind be free to imbibe it.
12. May the Patriotic zeal which overthrew the Bastile, animate all the nations of the earth.
13. The elevation of virtue and knowledge to the first magistracy of every nation, instead of the unfounded pretensions of hereditary right.
14. The armies of France—may they be inspired with true patriotism, valour and discipline, to overthrow the foes of freedom.
15. May the war against France be the last effort of tottering monarchy against Freedom and the Rights of Man.
16. May those Senators who shut their doors against their constituents find their reward by being excluded from the confidence of the people.
17. The house of Representatives of the United States— may they ever consult the interests of their constituents.
18. The emancipation of Ireland from the venal influence of an English Government, and from the oppression of a corrupt parliament. [ cheers.
19. The rising generation and the glorious prospects of succeeding ages.
20. The fair sex all over the world.
21. Peace on earth and good will to all men.
After which the celebrated song, viz. "O'er the vine cover'd hills and gay regions of France," &c. was sung by a number of excellent voices, accompanied by instrumental music. The company dispersed with the utmost harmony and good order, fully convinced that the annual celebration of this great event, would have a tendency to the promotion of a general freedom.
It was observed in our last that, from the general tenor of the toasts drank in different parts of the United States, the genuine spirit of republicanism was rapidly reviving, in this country, and that the cause of France was becoming the cause of every free American. As a corroborating proof of what was asserted, we subjoin the following account of the commemoration of the FOURTEENTH of July, at Carlisle, in Pennsylvania.
Saturday last being the anniversary of the ever memorable French Revolution, the day was commemorated by a respectable number of the citizens of this borough and its vicinity, friends to the grand event. In the afternoon they assembled at Mr. Gibson's farm, on a beautiful lawn near the margin of Letart Spring, where, under a pleasing shade, after spending some time in friendly festivity, they partook of a cold collation provided for the occasion.
On this delightful spot, (resembling that on which Liberty might be presumed to have first erected a banner) the company formed a large circle, and having invited the truly venerable Mr. Robert Gibson to the chair, the following toasts were drank, accompanied with three cheers and instrumental music.
1. The 14th of July 1789 and 1790.
2. The king of the French.
3. The French nation—may it ever retain virtue to improve its excellent constitution, and valor to defend it from foreign and domestic foes.
4. The President of the United States [9 cheers.
5. The Governor and State of Pennsylvania.
6. The members of the French National Assembly—may they enjoy the felicity of seeing their country happy and flourishing under the operation of a free constitution and equal laws.
7. The societies all over the world, whose object is to obtain Universal Liberty.
8. The memories of the illustrious champions of French and American Liberty.
9. Thomas Paine, James Mackintosh, and all writers in defence of liberty and the rights of Man.
10. May the Empire of Kings, Priests and Nobles fall before the Empire of reason, freedom, and sound philosophy.
11. The liberty of the press—may it ever be free to disseminate knowledge, and mankind be free to imbibe it.
12. May the Patriotic zeal which overthrew the Bastile, animate all the nations of the earth.
13. The elevation of virtue and knowledge to the first magistracy of every nation, instead of the unfounded pretensions of hereditary right.
14. The armies of France—may they be inspired with true patriotism, valour and discipline, to overthrow the foes of freedom.
15. May the war against France be the last effort of tottering monarchy against Freedom and the Rights of Man.
16. May those Senators who shut their doors against their constituents find their reward by being excluded from the confidence of the people.
17. The house of Representatives of the United States— may they ever consult the interests of their constituents.
18. The emancipation of Ireland from the venal influence of an English Government, and from the oppression of a corrupt parliament. [ cheers.
19. The rising generation and the glorious prospects of succeeding ages.
20. The fair sex all over the world.
21. Peace on earth and good will to all men.
After which the celebrated song, viz. "O'er the vine cover'd hills and gay regions of France," &c. was sung by a number of excellent voices, accompanied by instrumental music. The company dispersed with the utmost harmony and good order, fully convinced that the annual celebration of this great event, would have a tendency to the promotion of a general freedom.
What sub-type of article is it?
Celebration
Social Event
Politics
What keywords are associated?
French Revolution
July 14 Commemoration
Carlisle Gathering
Republican Toasts
Liberty Celebration
What entities or persons were involved?
Robert Gibson
Where did it happen?
Carlisle, Pennsylvania
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Carlisle, Pennsylvania
Event Date
Saturday Last, Anniversary Of The 14th Of July
Key Persons
Robert Gibson
Outcome
the company dispersed with the utmost harmony and good order, fully convinced that the annual celebration would promote general freedom.
Event Details
A respectable number of citizens assembled at Mr. Gibson's farm near Letart Spring for a cold collation, formed a circle with Mr. Robert Gibson in the chair, drank 21 toasts with cheers and music, and sang a patriotic song.