CHAPTER XIV.

THE FIRST BALL IN LA GLORIA.

A Semi-Anniversary--Town Lots and Plantations Allotted in First Six Months--A Grand Ball--French Dancing Master in Charge--Dan Goodman's Pennsylvania Modesty--Organizing an Orchestra at Short Notice--The Ballroom--Rev. Dr. Gill Lends His Tent Floor--Elaborate Decorations--A Transformation Scene--Some Taking Specialties--A Fine Supper--Music in Camp--An Aggravating Cornet Player--Singers in the Colony 177