Gazette Of The United States, & Philadelphia Daily Advertiser

BALTIMORE, July 5.

" Let Independence be our Boast"

If in the annals of the world, there ever was an æra worthy of being immortalized by the pen of the historian-handed down through endless generation as a glorious example to every insulted, wronged and oppressed country-or as a warning to nations whose power is their sole rule of right-and deserving of being ranked among the political festivals of the world- that æra is the Anniversary of the American Independence.

There cannot be, and there was not one real American, but felt yesterday, in its full force, the enthusiastic fire of genuine patriotism ; and we are happy to say, that valuing the honor, liberty and independence of their country, in proportion as the danger of losing them becomes greater, the citizens of Federal Baltimore celebrated the auspicious day with greater demonstrations of patriotism, festivity and joy, than was ever witnessed on any former occasion.

Ere the grey mantle of morn was withdrawn, our eager citizen-soldiers were roused from their slumber, and the sound of the trumpet and the drum summoned them to the jubilee. The different military corps assembled early on their respective parade-grounds, and about eight o'clock formed brigade, consisting of the fifth, sixth and twenty-seventh regiments, and marched to the review ground, on Federal Hill. "Brigadier general Swan was absent from town, and col. Stricker acted as commanding officer of the day, to whom much praise is due, for his care of the health and convenience of the men.

After reaching the hill, the troops were formed in a line, and performed their exercise much to the satisfaction of the greatest concourse of citizens ever assembled on a similar occasion, a- mong whom there was a great collection of ladies.---There was no small number of pretty young men, too, who, the ladies are of opinion, would have appeared to much greater advantage in the ranks, than as idle spectators of men whom they envied, without the spirit to imitate.

About eleven o'clock the troops returned to town, and having drawn up in Market-street, fired a feu-de-joie, and were dismissed.

On no occasion did the volunteer companies make so numerous and brilliant an appearance, which we hope will still be kept up, though the Fourth of July be passed.

The Observatory was dressed out with unusual gayness and splendor, in honor of the day: and Gray's gardens were crowded, to overflowing, in the evening

To celebrate the anniversary of American Independence, the city company, commanded by captain Harris, composed of some of the most respectable and venerable of our citizens, assembled at Mr. Bryden's inn, and during the dinner were honored with the company of gen. Stone, president of the Cincinnati of this state, and other members of that patriotic society; when the following toasts, expressive of the sentiments of the corps respecting public characters and public measures, were given with general and heartfelt satisfaction.

1. The day we celebrate; and peace with safety; but war, before dishonor !
2. The constitution of the United States - May it be perpetual.
3. The people and government ; United they prosper, divided they perish-
4. The president ; May his wisdom, firmness and integrity, annihilate French diplomatic skill.
5. General Washington, the hero, the patriot and the statesman; May his successors adopt his principles and practice his virtues.
6. The late Envoys extraordinary to the French republic ; May they be honored by their native country for the integrity and talents they displayed in maintaining the justice and dignity of the United States, and exposing the rapacity of the French republic, in violation of the laws of nations and of solemn treaties.
7. Our foreign ministers; May honesty be their policy, and love of country their ruling passion.
8. " Millions for defence, but not a cent for tribute."
9. Agriculture and commerce; They must flourish, or perish together.
10. The navy; May the American flag be respected and honored in every quarter of the globe.
11. The militia, the bulwark of a free republic; May they always unite the citizen with the soldier.
12. The officers and soldiers of. the army;- May glory crown their arms, and love reward their labors.
13. The American youth; May they support with their swords, the independence and freedom they inherit from their ancestors.
14. The fair of America-May they bestow their smiles and beauty only on the patriots and soldiers who maintain and defend the rights and liberties of their country.
15. The majority in the senate and house of representatives; May they trample upon opposition, and continue to receive the approbation of their constituents.
16. A free importation of arms, and a general exportation of French democrats.

VOLUNTEER TOASTS.

1. Our fellow-citizen, judge Chase, one of the patriotic congress of seventy six, who signed the Declaration of Independence.
2. Liberty and the Laws; May their protection be mutual, and their union perpetual.
3. The land we live in; And confusion to those who would divide us.
4. The bottom of Mount Ætna to the congress of Monticella.
5. The real Americans, who at no period were diverted from a love of country, by either Ca Ira, or God Save the King.