The Voice Of Freedom

The simultaneous Temperance Anniversary at Tremont Temple, was a splendid affair, literally crowded even to the organ gallery. The Governor, who was expected to preside, excused himself, we regret to learn, on account of ill health --which was very perceptible on the previous evening. Hon. John Reed, Lieut. Governor, was pre-engaged. The Hon. Samuel Hoar, of the Council, presided.

After prayer by the Rev. Mr. Waterston, the President opened the meeting by explaining that all the friends of the cause throughout the world, were similarly engaged on that day--adverting to the pleasantness and usefulness of the enterprise-- sanctioned by God. True greatness consisted in making men better than they were--urging labor in the cause as the one thing needful until called into a higher sphere. After some sweet and appropriate singing by the Mystic Vocalists, Dea. Grant read a very touching letter from a lady, which was rapturously applauded.

The Rev. Dr. E. Beecher spoke to a resolution with great power and effect. To do him justice in a report would be a vain attempt. He was followed by E. K. Whitaker, Esq. also with a resolution. He spoke from experience, with great power and effect.

J. S. Eldridge, Esq., also made an eloquent appeal--and H. B. Stanton, Esq., spoke in his usual forcible manner on public opinion, moral suasion, &c. J. M. Lincoln, President of the Young Men's T. A. Society, was very happy in his remarks, which were listened to with great attention. Mr. Grant in conclusion, read the opinions of Samuel Dexter, with several newspaper advertisements, headed Whiskey, Brandy, Cognac, Perkins Porter, &c., showing how the poor are taxed to support the rich, by the immense wealth invested in this traffic. The evening concluded at a much later hour than usual, without the slightest impatience having been manifested by the audience, by a glee--sung with admirable effect: by the Mystic Vocalists--"Clear the Track ye liquor Dealers."--Boston Journal.