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pany on that occasion; and to partake of public dinner to be given at the Big Spring. We gladly seize this opportunity of individually assuring you of our high consideration and respect. Thos TAas G SARRdLI, Hadh E SAMt; eaaFnE4, FAEtr' P. KING, lsSS J. STEEL. J. HICKMAN, SSs

 To which note Col. Baylor returned the follow ing answer:

 ELYToN, July 2d, 1881.

 Gentlemen: this morning had the honor of re- ceivng your note of yesterday, inviting to join you in celebration of the approaching anniversary of our National Independence, and to partake with you ofa dinner to be given by the citizens of Elyton and its vicinity on that occasion In accepting this invitation to meet and mingle with my feow-citi- zens, cannot forbear expressing my warmest thanks for this polite mark of your attention. Msrepre- sented and raduced as have been, any mark of ap- probation from my countrymen is at this time dou- ply dear to me. Though the services have per formed arc not know, to the extent could have wished, pet my hoor. tolls thoy tho host could render. Next to consciousness of having done my duty, the appreciation of my constituents is what most desire It is the highest reward to q feeling mind. Pardon, l pray you, this little dgres- sIon, and once more accept my grateful acknow- Judgements for the kind consideration and respect you have expressed towards me. have the honor to be, gentlemen, your most obedent and humble servant, R. E. B. BAYLOR

 

 At l o'clock of the 4th, procession formed before the store of Messrs M. H. Gillespie & Co.,. and thence marched to the Orators stand, near the Big Spring.

 After very appropriate prayer by the Rev. J. Williams the Declaration of Independence was read by MT Elam M Cord, and handsome Grafton delivered by Mir Mitchell Smith both members of the Jefferson Academy.

 Called forth by public expectation, Col. Baylor then and addressed the assemblage nearly an hour and half, in speech characterized by ele- gance of dicton, and profundty of sentiment. The company then seated themselves at the table and partook of an excellant dinner furnished by the citizens of the county. After which the following toasts were drank.

 l. The Day zee CeleJrate-Sacred to freemen.- Its morning light begins to dawn on benghted Eu- rope-May its sun never set on chains and slavery.

 ?. The Soldiers of the Reroiution-TAe pioneers cf Liberty. May their memory be as lasting their exploits have been glorious; and their sons long reap the soil which their fathers delended."-3 ch'rs.

 3. The Statesmen: of '76-Illustrious for talent immortal for integrity.-3 cheers. 4. Washington-( Silent and standing.)

 5. The President of the United States-Firm, reso- lute, and determined as well in the Cabinet as in the field. May he long live the pride of his coun- try, and the favorite of the people-3 cheers times.

 6. 1he Army-Therd deeds in the last war, evidence that in future one we will be defended-3 cheers. 2. The NaUy.-The brilliant of it's infancy give us ample assurance of the gigantic power of it's man. heod.-3 cheers.

 8. Latayette-1he champion of Liberty in Ameri- ca and Europe. The monuments of his glory are as numerous the hearts of freemen.-3 cheers.

 g. Our Revolutionary Guests-For cheering us with their presence on this occasion they have ad- ded another obligation to the many we already owe them for their gallant services in the times that tri- ed mems souls s"-3 cheers. 10. The Union of the States-Cemented by the blood of gallant ancestors, and transmitted as sacred inheritance, we, their descendants are bound to defend it from the assaults of yrants the machinaton of traitors, and the madness of dema- gogues.-3 cheers.

 II. Ihe E1-Presidents of the United States-May their retirement be as peaceful, as their careers have been brilliant.-3 cheers.

 12. Freq Principhs-Disseminate by commerce and education, tyrants may dread, but cannot era dcate them.-3 cheers.

 ion grow with her growth, and strengthen with her strength. "-3 cheers.

 IA. The Fair-Ther contributions for the main- tenance of our war of independence, justly entite them to participation in the festivities of the day we celebrate. The surrender of their wedding jew els in Poland prove that they have espoused cause which must triumph.-3 cheers.

 Alien which, a large number of volunteer toasts were drank, from which the following election has been made:

 By the President ofthe day. Our guest, the Hon. R. E. B. Baylor, our worthy Representative in Con gress-His efficient services in the land b and ma ny other subjects, in which we are deeply interested, justly entitle him to the warmest gratitude of his constituents.

 Upon which Col. Baylar returned his thanks in a very handsome and appropriate address, for the kindness with which his services had been noticed, and the polite attention which had been shewn him snce his arrival in town, and gave in conclusion,

 Education-One of the great pillars that up- hold the Temple of Liberty. May it be encouraged until the schoolmaster shall become more formida- ble than the soldier and the pen terrible than the sword.

 By the ce-Presdent of the day. Nullifcati0n- The hobbyhorse of unprincpled aspirants to office cherished by no true friend to his country.

 By the Hon. P Walker. Tue approaching guber- material elcction-May the southern Gayle blow us

 By Jin Jno. w W. Henley The Amerucan repulio-I, stands like Ca pillar of fire by night. and cloud by sacred temples of Liberty.

 By T. J. Wright. Thomas Jeferson-He needs no other monument to perpctuate his memory, and endear him to the votaries of Liberty than the Dec laration of Independence.

 By Maj. Samuel w. Hall. Wm 1T. C,a,cford- The vilest prosecutions of his enemies have only furnished into more dazzling brliancy the virtues of lis character.

 By Col J. Steel. De WM Clinton-The great, the good man.

 By Maj. J. Davis. Poland-Land of tue brare. FreedOm has again " let slip the dogs of war and