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Black & White 14 : June 1871 MY MILITARY FRIENDS . NATURE never intended me for a cavalry soldier . My mott ever been post equitum sedet atra cura - which being trans means that " I'm in a horrible funk on a horse ! " neither can derstand the mysteries of betting . I never quite knew whic the fetlocks and which the hocks of a horse - and which is the and which is the snaffle rein , no amount of " Stonehenge " will eve press on my memory - but it was my fate to be invited to stay the gallant - the a crack Cavalry Corps - with a reputation steeple - chasing . I met Jones at dinner , and afterwards refus play whist . I afterwards was forced to cut in and Jones looke he watched my play . Jones was so grateful to me for my refus play at first , that he invited me to their steeple - chases . " I'l you up old man , and mount you if you like . " In the exciteme the moment I accepted . I immediately revoked and went hom think of my coming visit , and my present wardrobe . I invest sums in Hussar " scarves , & c . I order a coat with two bu in front , and I swagger into the station . Looks better to get i smoking - carriage . Hullo ! here's Smith ! " Hullo , old man , " Smith , " Have a weed ? " " Ah ! thanks , " " What are you in a smoking - carriage for ? " " Ah ! " I reply " " I say , " I don't sm as much nonchalance as the fast increasing clouds will allow " Keeps the women out , you know . " Military friend in car smokes incessantly . I am beginning to feel the immunity ladies ' society is dearly purchased , when I see large buildings public appearance ! " Ha ! " I observe , with a certain amour warmth and tenderness as if old memories would well - up , dear old barracks ! " Military friend takes cigar out and says , natic Asylum !! " I relapse into outward silence and inward qua Barracks at last . I must find Jones's rooms . I do . A mil servant , with remarkably blue cheeks , caused by incessant sha enters . I think it more suitable to the occasion to send him to my " traps " out and " pay the fellow . " He pays the fellow leaves my new umbrella in the cab . ano He shows me up to a room- " Is Mr. Jones in ? " " No , sir , Captain is hout ! " I take the hint as to Jones's rank , and ente room ; it wears the appearance of a torture chamber . The are covered with whips , sticks , swords , foils , gloves , in every where they are not covered with pictures of badger - drawing , fighting , and celebrated trotting horses with beautifully ar necks and remarkably wide nostrils . A very remarkable seri announcements strike the eye . They seem little adapted private sitting room . One says , " Wipe your feet ; This way out ; ' a third , " No re - admission ! " a fourth , " establishment closes every night at 12 o'clock . " I must find o possible the origin of this custom ! My military friend , with blue cheeks , has meanwhile unpacked my portmanteau - laić my things I hear an awful too - tooing . " Ha , " I cried , " the bugles at their old game . " My blue - cheeked military friend is perturbable , but mildly murmurs , " The trumpet ! Yes , sir ! relapse into my proper civilian sphere , and proceed with my sing . My military friend has laid the wrong " " shirt , and has packed some den of his own . spoiled . Ha ! here's Jo dressing . Now for mess not very many men at I 66 named " Mummy , " Beans , " " Pickles . " I Jones on this point ! Th ( 6 explanation in an unexpe The wine i says Jones . " Snicky . " Snicky is e I don't think he underst venture to call out , " W loud I perceive from the ince take . I afterwards discov and " Snorter " inform me as to " Wipe your feet , " public resort - the procee " More Gentlemanly Lark After mess a curious ha and " Smiler " nearly get next morning . This inte sively confined to military sequence of a diversion cre over the keys of which I h ing to play and sing a mu last seems not unlikely , co " A bugle ! " P there " a trumpet !! 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[ ! αι V op I op puy enu I * st [ enb premur puæ øoto [ s paeagno out esdejet I aii un [ fsy o ! 41 -N'T ,, e to ti to ' SAVS - no se po RP MOLTA CA STAN TANDI884 201vilo ob R ANNS Jer onbe 22 nismus.is тлиотеа eorzilor ob sam pisto Astoria 130 2012 5 heldrasses Abbershutt Gazette 1 / ! May 1892 OF THE 9TH LANODES . DEPARTURE OF Wa Haderstand that the 9th ( Queen's Royal ) Lance w..ch arrived from Hounslow , Hampton Cour , ai Kingston - on - Thames , on Thursday and Friday , August 4th and 5th , 1870 , will leave Alder shot for Woolwich on Monday . This regiment has rendered glorious service to our country on many a stoutly contested field , amidst the fierce magnifi cerce of war , " as evinced by its deeds in the Peninsular und in India . The manner in which it acquitted itse f during the autumn manoeuvres made a deep impression on all who were privileged to perceive the agility and unembarrassed manner that character ised their every movement . Not only was this visible on the occasion referred to , but has been displayed at every field day in which they have taken part since their arrival . Their bold and well pro portioned physique , the perfection of their riding , added to the nobility of feeling and invariable courtesy that has been disp'ayed by its officers , non commissioned officers , and the ezemplary moral conduct of the rank and file have been such that they have gained the sincere respect of every regiment at this station . The national b rd has declared that the great distance a little candle throws its beam is like a good deed in a nanghty world , " and we have no hesitation in saying that the bri liant light which has been afforded us by the presence of the 9th Lancers in our midst will long shine in the recollec tion of the soldiers and civilians of Aldershot . The departure of such a regiment is no ordinary event to the town , and merits more than a passing comment . The strangeness of a first appearance has disappeared . and we recognise in each member of the regiment a friend , with whom we are loath to part . The numerous entertainments which have been given by these gallant troopers have been of a high class , and as proved by the recent equestrian entertainment of an ori , inal character , proving indeed that 4-2017 " Peace hath her victories No less renowned than war . " We wish this noble regiment every success in its subsequent career . Daily News 23mm Leppt 187 / THE EXETER FLYING POST . WEDNESDAY , OCTOBER 5 , 1859 . OF ARRIVAL THE NINTH LANCERS . The ever - faithful city exhibited great military enthusiasm on Saturday on the occasion of the arrival of the headquarters , consisting of four troops , of the Ninth Royal Lancers - a corps which for eighteen long years has distinguished itself in India by its admirable conduct and deeds of heroism . It was reported that the gallant corps would arrive from Portsmouth shortly after three o'clock in the afternoon , and the members of the Exeter Volunteer Rifle Corps , under the command of Ad utant Macdonald , and preceded by the band of the First Devon Militia , marched to the St. David's Station to pay their respects to their brethren of the " regulars . " The band of the Royal First Devon Yeomanry Cavalry was also present at the station under the direction of Mr. Pinney . A large number of citizens - men , women , and children had gathered together at the corner of Queen - street and at the railway station to see the and to give them a reception . After waiting sometime a telegram was received , saying that the soldiers were detained at Yeovil , and would not arrive in Exeter until about six o'clock . Adjutant Macdonald , being an economist of time as well as an efficient drill instructor , drew off the gallant Rifles from the railway station , and marched them to Duryard , where he put them in skirmishing order , and exer . cised them so effectually , that the young fellows returned as " hungry as hunters . " Six o'clock came , but no Lancers . By this time an immense concourse of people had assembled at the station , and platform was the officers of the Lancers connected with the depôt at the Exeter Barracks , the Rifles , the two bands , and many civilians . Orders were given , as it was said , for the Rifles to clear the civilians from the platform , and in executing this order some of the members of this useful and promising corps certainly exhibited more valour than discretion - for they poked their rifles indiscrimi nately into people's faces , charged the members of the press in flank and rear ; and would , but for the respectful and sturdy resistance which they made , have sent them flying across the rails . It is but right , however , to state that the young men had a very difficult task to perform , for the crowd were exceed ingly eager to press forward to fraternize with the heroic Lancers , and to give them a warm reception on first putting their foot on Exeter ground . CAMP OF THE THIRD DIVISION , ELSTEAD COMMON , FRIDAY NIGHT . While traversing a wild , sandy hill road , little cortége of equestrians , in I met a the Duke of Cam front of which rode bridge and General Blumenthal , with Majors Roerdanz and von Alten behind . They had been visit ing the Second Brigade , and were now going across to the First . When in the Second Brigade General Blumenthal had made the keenest inspection of one of the locomotive ovens , had tasted the soup which the Bays had for dinner , had walked very slowly through the lines of the militia , and had taken a close look at the Artillery Auxiliary Trans port Train . And when he and the Duke left the camp , orders were left that the brigade should turn out at half - past two for a brigade drill . The same amusement for the afternoon was afterwards pre scribed for the First Brigade . common . It was a pretty sight to see the brigade formed up on parade in the heathy hollow of Hankley On the right of the first line was the Horse Artillery - on its prescriptive place ; then came the Bays , the bright , brazen helmets glitter ing in the sun , and the 9th Lancers ; their red and white lance pennons flowing straight out in the fresh breeze , both regiments drawn up in quarter distance columns of squadrons , right in front . On the left of the Lancers were the 22nd ; then the Hants Volunteers ; then the 1st Surrey Militia ; and the left of the line was closed by the battery of Field Artillery . The infantry regiments were separated by an interval wide enough to contain each a battalion ; and in rear of the intervals were , reckoning from the right , the 2nd Surrey , the Dorset Volunteers , and the 82nd . I should It was not until seven o'clock that the train , containing the Lancers , arrived . By this time the Rifles had " fallen in , " note here that in stating that at the battle and were ready to do honour to their gallant comrades - in - arms . of Weaver's Downs the 2nd Surrey were taken The bands , notwithstanding the tiresome delay , were in a most harmonious mood ; and as the train slowly came into the prisoners and forced to retire from the contest , station they struck up the liveliest of military airs ; and the I was confused between them and another regiment . civilians cheered with all their hearts , and with their utmost power of lungs . As the Lancers alighted from the train they The parade was scarcely set when the Prussian were warmly greeted by the officers of the depôt and many of officers , accompanied by General Staveley and his the civilians . The faces of the veterans , bronzed by the fervid rays of a tropical sun , and furrowed by the cares , the hard - staff , were seen coming over the hill at a canter . ships , and dangers of many a hard - fought campaign , gleamed Beginning at the left the party made a careful with delight at the warmth of this apparently unexpected inspection of the first line , special attention being reception . Having formed in line on the platform , and the names given to the volunteers , the cavalry , and horse having been called over , the gallant fellows left the railway artillery ; and then the 9th Lancers were ordered station , headed by the Rifles , the bands of the Yeomanry to the front for a regimental drill under eyes so Cavalry and Militia , and their own band . They were , of course , much fatigued with their long journey , ( for they had been critical . The splendid regiment , commanded by travelling all day , having left Portsmouth at half - past eight Colonel Fiennes , need fear no inspecting eyes , o'clock in the morning , ) and it being now dark they were not however critical . The ground was not altogether put into marching order , but walked at their ease and as they favourable for cavalry evolutions , but the Lancers pleased . they were received with a ringing volley of cheers from the immense do not want a rolled lawn to drill upon . The regi crowd that had patiently awaited their arrival outside . Enthu siastic civilians pressed forward to fraternize with the Indian ment advanced in column and deployed on the heroes , and to give them a hearty welcome home . All through move , then changed front right back at a gallop , the road from the station , through Queen - street , High - street , advanced in echelon from left , and formed line and had assembled , and to the right on the third squadron . It was with some difficulty that the Lancers made their way to the Barracks . They were heartily cheered at every point of then retired by columns of troops from the route , and from many windows signs of welcome , in the the left of wings , and formed quarter distance form of waving banners , were exhibited . If the entry had taken place by day instead of in the night , it would have been columns to the rear of the rear troops , deploying a most imposing affair . As it was , the enthusiasm of the them on the heads of wings . Changing position was exhibited in a and the HOME . " and welcome reception thus afforded to the gallant Lancers left wheel , the regiment's front was thus brought was a convincing proof that Englishmen , aye , and English- facing southwards , with a bit of roughish un women too , do not forget to honour the brave defenders of dulating galloping ground before it , with a their country's rights , and to give them , after years of successful On and harassing warfare , a hearty and a kindly " WELCOME steepish rise to the near horizon beyond . the right of the line rode Major von Alten , the flugel - adjutant to his Imperial Majesty of Ger The committee appointed at the recent public meeting to many . Walk , " " March , " " Trot , " " Gal provide the city's entertainment to the gallant Lancers , intend The colonel's trumpeter sounded that lop ! " to carry out the recommendation then given , and provide a banquet worthy of old Semper Fidelis and of its heroic guests . call which the troop - horses knew so well , and the The banquet will take place on Thursday , the 13th instant , regiment bounded forward , every in the Higher Market , which will be handsomely decorated BANQUET TO THE LANCERS . man and for the occasion . Lances , armour , and other appropriate every horse being stimulated by one impulse . insignia will be lent by the Colonel of the regiment . Faster and faster grew the pace . Von Alten sat Every table will be the exact counterpart of the other as down in the saddle , and took his bay horse it respects the character and quality of the viands , but at each alternate table the joints of meat , & c . , in the laying by the head , for the ground was rough , and The trumpet out , will be reversed . The bill of fare comprises roast the pace not certainly a trot . beef , haunches of mutton , geese , ducks , fowls , hams , & c . , - all cold ; hot vegetables ; hot plum puddings , and plenty of rang out again , yet again , the notes which mean " Pursue . " Out shoot the two flank squadrons Devonshire cream . Six hogsheads of good , generous Burton Captains Cave's and Clayton's - spreading out ale will be provided ; and after dinner each man will be Ga supplied with a potent tumbler of Punch . The order of proceedings will be as follows : -In the at racing pace like a fan , this man with his lance morning at one o'clock a special service will be held at the in rest like a knight of old - that performing the with finished dexterity . Cathedral for the purpose of affording the officers and men an " pursuing practice " opportunity of returning thanks to Almighty God for their safe arrival in England . It is earnestly requested that the Now , von Alten , riding there with that firm public will not apply for admission on the occasion , as it is strong seat on the right flank , the good bay at the intended to confine the services exclusively to the Lancers . After Divine Service they will march to the market , where top of his speed , I ask you , did ever your own First they will be received with military honours by the members of Guard Uhlans , on a parade on the Tempelhofer the Exeter Rifle Corps . The dinner will be presided feld , or on the swell north of Mars la Tour on that over by the Right Worshipful the Mayor ( Capt . Tanner ) . bloody Schlacht - feld of Vionville , ride speedier , The High Sheriff ( S. S. Perkins , Esq . , ) will officiate as Vice President , and Mr. George Cumming , surveyor , aided by a gallanter , or truer ? Over the di trumpeter , will act as Toastmaster . The public will be ad his delight with the smartness and dash of the market the dinner judicion It is hoped that the citizens will do honon Ninth was quite effusive . Captain J. W. Hozier , Brigade - Major , has presented handsome engravings the sergeants ' mess with of Her Majesty the Queen , and their Royal Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of Wales , en closed in oaken and gilt frames . A letter accom panied the gift , expressin . in eulogistic terms the exemplary conduct of the regiment during its stay at this station . A beautifully bound album , con taining photographs of the officers , non - commissioned officers . and men of B Troop , has been presented to Captain Herbert , on his retirement from the regi ment . The presentation was made by Sergt . - Major Stringfield , and Captain Herbert acknowledged the gift in an apppopriate speech . The following brigade order was issued on Friday : " Orders having been received for the departure of the 9th Lancers from Aldershot , the Major - General Com manding the Cavalry Brigade feels it incumbent on him to record the meritorious results of their length ened period of service here . On all occasions ( and they have been numerous ) the splendid appearance of the regiment in the field , and not only its soldier like form and qualities , but the effective manner in which the duties required of it have been performed , have drawn forth the warm approbation of the Lieut . General Commanding the Division ; whilst the favourable opinion entertained of the corps by the Field Marshal Commanding - in - Chief has repeatedly been fully and freely given by His Royal Highness , at his various inspections of the troops at this station . Commendation so marked , and proceeding from so high a quarter , would only be impaired by the Major General venturing to offer any testimony of his own to the merits of the 9th Lancers . He will , therefore , merely assure Lieut . - Col . Fiennes and officers , non commissioned officers , and men , of his utmost admir ation and respect for the corps ; his regret that the time has arrived for its removal fiom his command ; and his confident hope and belief , from the noble spirit which animated the regiment , that wherever its lot may be cast , and whenever an opportunity is presented , it will not fail to add to the distinguished reputation it has already acquired . " On Thursday afternoon Lt. - Col . Hon . Fiennes and officers 9th Lancers gave a farewell luncheon to Lt - Gen . Sir Hope Grant , G.C.B , the generals , and staff officers of the division , in the mess - room of the regiment . After luncheon , Sir Hope , in addressing the company , said that he had served 46 years in the 9th Lancers , and never knew the regiment to be in a higher state of discipline than at the present time . He regretted their departure from his command . It was satisfac tory to him to know that he should have the pleasure of seeing them again all well , as they would form part of his division at the forthcoming autumn manceuvres . The gallant general having bid adieu to the officers retired . Amongst those present were Major - General Lysons , C.B. , Major - General Maxwell , C.B. , Major - General Sir Thomas M Mahon , Bart . , C.B. , Major - General Smith , C.B. , Colonel Sir A. Alison , Bart . , C.B .. Colonel D. J. Gamble , C.B. , Colonel A. T. Phillpotts , R.H.A. , Colonel W. H. Seymour , C.B. , Lieut -Colonel Hale , & c . The 9th Lancers on Monday last , on their way from Cannock Chase , rode from Leek to Buxton in a drenching rain . Those who have experienced a heavy rain on Axe Edge , will know that this means a thorough soaking . When the men were drawn up in front of the Hall Hotel to receive their billets , Dolly Varden , who was looking on with that delight ful expression of intense interest which becomes her so much , said : " I never saw weterans in my life before ! " Buxton AdveRTISER 20 SEPT . 1873 ( 1 regulations . " Redan " to their brave countrymen on the occasion by a liberal display of flags , banners , and decorations . No city in the kingdom i Massey , who rode at the head of the 5th Lancers , " more up " in the decorative art than Exeter , and we do hope showed that his men could do something more than that it will not be behind hand on this very interesting occasion . It has been suggested that it would be a good and graceful act ornamental work , and that they are very nearly for the tradesmen to close their shops in the afternoon , so approaching to the standard of another Lancer as to allow all classes to participate in the festivities , and thus regiment , which General Blumenthal , when in pay due honour to the this country in 1871 , did not hesitate to describe as the finest body of light cavalry in the world . MEANING POST 3 MAY 1876 RECOT THELLOUD MOBLOCK |
