tts frien community of this city al-brated in an elaborate manner the Diamond jough composed of Americans cele-
Jubilee. The arrangements were made by a committee of the Missionary Association and the wy res were borne by that body. All of the foreign residents of the city were present representing four nationalities. The rench' were represented by the Catholic Mission Fathers, the Germans by the Professors of the Military College, the Americans by a large majority of the residents and the English by'representatives from the Naval College, the Mint, the Customs and the Missionary body. From five to eight o'clock exercises were held in the yard of Dr. Beebe's residence, which had been beautifully decorated with fla pictures of Her Majesty, lanterns, are
erected on which the carefully prepared ways, etc, A large platform was also programme was rendered. The chair was taken by Prof. John Penniall, of the Naval College. "An overture ' entitled Victoria" was given on the piano by Mr. Ferguson after which an invocation was made by Rev. Mr. Drummond, A song the children followed in which the flags of all nationalities were waved in glad chorus. The address was given by the Rev. E. James of the Methodist Mission and although from an American, no worthier given by Mr. James. A rapid survey of tribute could have been offered than that
the progress of the British Empire during Victoria's reign was made and the highest raise awarded to the personal life of the queen. The address was eloquent and was frequently interrupted with applause. A, j vocal solo was given by Dr. Stuart and a duet by Messrs. Stuart and Wilson both of which were much enjoyed. At the close the programme all partook of a lunch j which had been provided by the ladies. At the close of the meal, Mr. Penniall proposed the health of Her Majesty in Speech in which he divert upon the cance of the celebration and paid the highest honours to the Queen. The celebration was considered by all to have been a decided success and hearty votes of thanks were given to the Committee and to the able airman, Mr. Penniall.
25th June.
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