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The Prince at Newmarket.

Grand Reception.

Corporation Address and the Princes' Reply.

Tremendous Crowd of People.

Splendid Display of Firemen and Band.

Monday last will long be remembered by the citizens of Newmarket and inhabitants of the surrounding country as the day on which they had an opportunity of beholding the future King of Britain; as they day, too, which saw collected in one vast concourse, more people than were ever assembled here on any previous occassion. The weather was all that could be desired, and long before the arrival of the distinguished visitors expected, hundreds upon hundreds of strangers were parading the grand decorations made in honor (as one of the mottoes had it,) of "England's Pride—Canada's Hope." But in order that we may be as concise as possible in our report of the day's proceedings, etc., we shall have to give account of the decorations and preparations for the occassion.

Decorations.

A grand Arch of Roman architecture was erected over the R.R. track at the crossing on Water-street, beautifully covered with evergreens, from the top of which floated the Royal Ensign, and numerous banners. On the south side was the motto—"Welcome to Newmarket," and on the north—"Albert Edward—God Direct Him." From...

The Depot Grounds.

At the entrance to the Depot grounds from the south, another well-proportioned evergreen Arch was erected of Gothic architecture, from the centre of which floated the Royal St. George's Cross; and all along the central span were small Tri-Colors, Union Jacks, etc. This Arch was also trimmed with flowers, and was decorated with the mottoes — "England's Pride—Canada's Hope;" "All Hail ?????? Future King;" "The Queen—God Bless Her." with the Royal Arms in the centre.

The Station.

The Station House was also trimmed with evergreens, temporary columns being put up in front, and wound with wreaths. From the centre ?????? hung a large "Prince of Wales ?????? -of-flowers. Here, too, floated the ?????? Standard banner and numerous ??????, Union Jacks, etc., etc.

The Amphitheatre.

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The Firemen and Band.

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The Third Arch.

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The Crowd.

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The Reception.

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The Address and Reply.

The Prince appeared fresh and hearty, and as the car stopped opposite where the ladies were seated, he was greeted with a perfect shower of bouquets, which caused another round of cheers to flow from the loyal and enthusiastic crowd. The personal appearance of the Prince having been published, and re-published again and again, it is unnecessary for us to describe him here.

The Procession.

A procession was then formed, headed by the Band, of Firemen and citizens, and marched through Main-street to the Railroad Hotel, where refreshments were served to all who desired. The Fire Company again formed in procession, and preceded by the Band, marched to Water-street; up Water-street to Prospect-street, and along Prospect-street some distance, and returned with their engine to the new water-tank recently built my a few private citizens, and exercised themselves and amused the crowd by testing the powers of their engine.

We have refrained from making mention of names lest injury may by done by individual comparisons.

In the evening, the Band, the Fire Brigade, and a large number of citizens accepted of an invitation from R.H. Smith; Esq. to partake of refreshments at his residence. For perhaps an hour previous to being entertained the assembly amused themselves with jumping, running foot-races, and other gymnastic exercises. The edibles reflected great credit upon Mrs. Smith, and altogether it was a very pleasant and agreeable party.