The gay strains of music that floated upon the air, the flutter of bright-colored pennons, the waving of streamers, bright faces, merry hearts, and joyous song, made the scene both enjoyable and imposing.
Frequently the excursionists landed on the islands above the city, enjoying the hours in roaming around the woody precincts, in merry conversation, outdoor sport, or the pleasure of the dance.

Thus did the citizens spend the greater number of the pleasant summer evenings in the indebtedness of their military friends.
The band-master stood high in the esteem of all ranks and classes.

Mr.
Hoben had indeed succeeded in filling the position occupied by his predecessor in relation with the Philharmonic Society, sparing no pains in the instruction of every member.
The above named musical organization had now attained a degree of proficiency that was manifest on every public appearance.
Mr.Yorke, of whom mention was made on several former occasions, was a great favorite in musical circles.

His taste was consulted on the arrangement of many programmes intended for public dinners, and such demonstrations as called forth a ready response from the general public.
The musical abilities of Vivian Yorke were afterwards kept in constant requisition.
The various schemes pushed forward by Sir Howard Douglas for the advancement of the welfare of the Province were heartily endorsed by the people.

Steady advances were being made in every pursuit, while that of agriculture was foremost.