The thing was got up in good order, and passed off remarkably well.

The conduct of the emancipated race was exemplary throughout, and if their future enjoyment of freedom be tinctured with the prudence that characterised their celebration of its attainment, the country will have no reason to mourn the philanthropy that set them free." * * * * * Thus ended our first public celebration of our own and our country's freedom.

All conducted themselves with the strictest propriety and decorum, retiring to their homes soberly and in proper season..