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Westport Times, Volume II, Issue 211, 3 April 1868, Page 2

The Demonstration-. Amongst the memorabilia of the day was the arrival of the piper with his instrument, on which he kept playing, exciting feelings of enthusiasm throughout the day. The procession, in addition to being joined by several (say 250) Addison's Flat people, was increased by a body of loyal Caledonian resident subjects. The whole of the procession could not have numbered less than 700 people. A barrel of ale, liberally supplied by Mr M'Gruire, of the gaol, was placed on a box in front of the Court House, and hundreds availed themselves of the opportunity afforded them of drinking the Duke's health. The weather, though showery, was on the whole fine, and a more enjoyable or demonstrative day could not be well conceived. The Resident Magistrate's Court, the Custom House, the Banks, aud all places of business were closed during the entire day, and nothing occurred to mar the general re oicing. The Town at Night.—ln addition to the bon-fire lighted on the beach, several fire-balloons were let off, and great rejoicings manifested up to a late hour. Several private houses and shops were illuminated, and everyone seemed anxious to show their loyalty.