Richmond Enquirer

WINCHESTER, July 6. The CELEBRATION.—The celebration of the 4th of July went off in a style highly creditable to the citizens of Winchester—it exhibited much public spirit and patriotism. The procession presented a novel appearance, owing to the beautiful display made by our Military and Mechanics which attracted much and merited admiration. The procession was arranged by Col. George W. Kiger, marshal of the day, assisted by Captain Robinson, Captain Anderson, Mr. David Russell, and William H. Grove. First came the Rifle company, under the command of Lieut. Jenkins—next the Artillery under Lieut. Barr, and then the Highland Blues under Capt. Roberts. Next came the Orator, Reader, and Clergy, followed by the Euphemian and Philomathean societies, and the officers of the Rail Road Company. The Revolutionary soldiers followed, with a flag representing Washington reviewing his troops, carried by Capt. Peter Lauck and Mr. John Shultz. The music, with the standard and standard guards, closed this part of the procession. We must not forget, in this brief notice, the Juvenile Rifle company, under the Command of Captain Kurtz, which flanked the band. The young folks were handsomely uniformed, and presented a soldierly appearance. The mechanic display followed. First came the Printers—on a car drawn by four white horses. On the front of the car was a Smith press, beautifully decorated with wreaths, and surmounted by a golden Eagle, bearing in his mouth a label with the motto, "A Free Press, the surest safeguard of the people's freedom." The press was busily employed in striking off an ode, written by J. W. Settle, Esq. of Fauquier county, of which about 5000 copies were worked off, and scattered through the crowd during the procession. Then followed the Weavers; the Rope and Reed makers; the Silversmiths; the Coppersmiths and Tin-plate workers; the Coach makers; the Carpenters; Saddlers; Blacksmiths; Potters; Brassfounders; Tinners; Hatters; White and Lock-smiths; Butchers; Cabinet makers; Turners; Tailors; Shoemakers; Mattrass makers. This closed the mechanic part of the procession. Col. Smith, Capt. Ware, and part of the cavalry, joined in the procession by invitation. The procession moved to the Lutheran Church, where a large number of ladies had assembled. The choir, led by Peter Hardt and Wm. H. Grove, poured forth rich music. The throne of grace was invoked by the Rev. Mr. Jackson, in his usual happy manner—the Declaration of Independence was impressively read by John Heiskell, Esq., and a very eloquent oration delivered by Wm. L. Clark, Esq. to a delighted audience. The day was fine—every one seemed pleased, and all things went off harmoniously and in good order. After the dismissal of the procession of mechanics, town authorities, rail-road company officers, &c.—the artillery, infantry and rifle companies, under the command of Capt. Roberts, marched to Hollingsworth's spring, where they partook of a dinner prepared for the occasion. After the cloth was removed, Col. Jno. B. D. Smith was requested to take the head of the table and act as president, assisted by Capt. Roberts as vice president of the board—when the following toasts were drank, amidst the utmost hilarity and harmony. By the President. The Federal Constitution: A sacred compact. Query; Is it best to disregard an act of congress, for the purpose of preserving the constitution, or to violate the constitution, for the purpose of executing an act of congress? By the Vice President. The Sword; It may make good slaves—it never made good citizens. By Lieut. J. S. Carson. Nullification bad!—secession worse!!—consolidation worst!!! By Sergt. Hoff. Consolidation; Worse! worser!! WORSEST!!! By Ensign Lee. John Randolph, of Roanoke; "Peace to his ashes." By William Washabaugh. Gen. Jackson deserves the thanks of his countrymen for the patriotic principles contained in his proclamation. The further he advances with those principles the more he is admired. By Joseph H. Sherrard. The South Carolina doctrine of nullification, and the federal principles of the proclamation—The Scylla and Charybdis which threaten our federal union. A prudent mariner in charge of the vessel of state will avoid both extremes with equal care. In medio totissimus ibis. By E. W. Robinson. The doctrine of State Rights—None the worse for passing through the crucible. "Should auld acquaintance be forgot, And never brought to mind? We'll take a cup o' kindness yet, For auld lang syne." By Andrew Nolen. The Republican doctrines of '98 and '99; "and the rains descended and the flood came, and they beat against that house, but it fell not, for it was founded upon a rock." By Cary S. Page: "While we support with unwavering zeal the constitutional principles of the Union and Liberty. let us at the same time bear in mind that the government is founded on forbearance and compromise." By Doct. Davison. Virginia first, then the Union. By a Guest. Henry Clay and the American System. By James M. Richards. John C. Calhoun of South Carolina. By Cornet Conrad. Benjamin W. Leigh—Virginia's noblest son; may he be our next President. By John M. Biome. Martin Van Buren, J. C. Calhoun and Henry Clay—"The first shall be last, and the last first." By G. R. Kiger. J. C. Calhoun, Henry Clay and Martin Van Buren—The first shall be last, the second next to last, and the third first of all. By W. H. Miller. The Union—Whilst virtuous and valuable, no power can tear it from us: when it shall become corrupt and oppressive, no tyrant shall fasten it upon us. By John W. Heterick. Uncle Sam—Imprudent in exposing himself; he should exert himself less, for his constitution may be destroyed by frequent abuses. By James H. Carson. Virginia and her reserved rights—The olive branch to those who respect them, bayonets to all who would dare to invade them. By Geo. R. Long. State-rights and state-sovereignties—The ark of our national safety; the sacred depository of the liberties of our country. By a Guest. Andrew Jackson—May the calumnies of his enemies never tarnish his fair fame. By G. F. Cooke. Henry Clay : May he be the choice of the people for the next President of the U. States; the repose of his country requires it. By J. S. Heisk. Gov. Floyd: The firm supporter of the doctrines of '98. He is entitled to the admiration and gratitude of his native State. By W. Amick. Virginia : Once the Ancient Dominion of the King—now the Ancient Dominion of the Constitution.