The excursion of the Highland Cadets of this city, Capt. Wm. E. Hacker, to Lowell, on Saturday, was a highly successful and satisfactory affair. They were accompanied by the National Band, and left by the first morning train over the Nashua road, arriving in Lowell about half past eight o’clock, when they were escorted by the Butler Rifles from the depot to the Merrimac House for breakfast. Thence the Cadets were escorted by the same company, together with the “Hill Guards,” to the camp grounds. After dinner in camp, the three companies took their turns in exhibiting their proficiency in military drill. The Butler Rifles, who have been drilled by Cadet Hinckley, a member of C. B. Metcalf’s school in this city, have made great progress in the short time of their organization. The Hill Guards, who, we understand, have been drilling much longer, made a splendid appearance. Better drilling was rarely if ever witnessed. The Highland Cadets also acquitted themselves most creditably, losing on this occasion none of their former reputation for superior excellence in drill. They perform more evolutions than most companies are seen to do, and their touch at the skirmish drill created considerable sensation. On their return to Worcester, by the last train, they were escorted homeward from the depot by the old City Guards, Lieut. Wood commanding. Altogether it was a most gratifying and profitable excursion.
The Worcester Daily Spy, Worcester, MA