Another Parade of the 54th Regiment

Rochester, NY Union and Advertiser: September 6, 1858, p. 3

Another Parade of the 54th Regimentrade is taking place as we write.  The Regiment is to be inspected by Major Babbitt, after which, at 4 o'clock, Gen. Swan will review. The turn out is a good one, and the display is increased by the presence of the Light Infantry of Lyons.  This company was but recently organized, has made but one or two public parades, and was never before this day in battalion line.—The corps arrived at 9:40, and was met by a detachment of the Rochester Light Guard, who escorted them to the quarters.  The company is commanded by Capt. Joseph Welling, and he has a command of which he need not be ashamed.  The corps marched well and demeaned themselves like good soldiers.  As the Regiment to which they are attached has not yet been adopted a full uniform, they appear to-day in fatigue dress, but nevertheless they look well.  We should say at a glance that Lyons has put her representative men into her new corps, and she may send them anywhere without fear of being disgraced.  We have no doubt but the company will make a good appearance in the battalion this afternoon. The Inspection and Review will be largely attended as the weather is fine and exceedingly favorable for such an exhibition.