Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1826-08-04
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SrAUNToH, July IL.
DINNER TO MR.. JOuNSON

we would gladly spare ourseIve s the trouble Of
single remark in regard TO this matter. were we
nor conscious that without some explanation. its
CHARACTER must be misunderstood. To The inuuisi-
I'VE eye OF a stranger who has heard any thing
ABOUT the sentiments of this county in relation to
Convention, there would appear ralpable incon-
sistency between them and the unqualified ob,ig,-
'on, winch, IL is alleged, has called forth this tes,
inoniai IN their behalf. The fact is, the whole
proceeding wears an anti-conv enion aspect; al
'OouSh 20 give 1t such complexion, we Will ven
'"re 20 assert, iew had any idea. To the private
ana puo.ic character, generally, OF this dis
tngu!shed iian and old fellow citizen. the REQ
pie OF the county were called upon TO pay lust
uion'e OF respect, on the eve of a-wider and more
complete separation between them. At con-
Juncunre Ike this, was it TO be expected the
friends OF reform would refuse to merge, for n
lew parting moments, difference OF political
sentiment on one subject. in their warm feeling
OF regard and friendship for Mr.. Johnson? Ger
tainiy not! They believed there was neutral
sreund on which they could most cordially meet
lheir ieilow-c citizens, OF whatever sentiment, to
testify this respect-and thus it happened, as we
are credioy informed, they composed a large pro-
portion oil the company, notwithstanding the hue
OF party which IS given to the affair.
PUBLIC DINNER!
a Dinner was given in this place on yYednes-
day last, by the Citizens of Augusta in TESTIMONY
OF their esteem for Chapman Johnson, E.q and in
gratitude Tor his public services, at which Chan
ceiior Brown presided, assisted by John Ii Pew
ton, and Daniel Shelley, Esquires, Vice Presidents
Alter the cloth was removed the following toasts
were drank:
l Our Guest: Chapman Johnson.
Tune Watchlul Centinel.
Upon this toas, being drank, with three cheers.
MI. Johnson rose and addressed the company TO
The following effect:
MT. President: am wholly unaccustomed to
situations Ike this--and ] too humble an indi-
vidual TO be exposed 10 them. Yet | feel myself
imperiousiy called upon TO make public ac.
acknowledgement OF the honor which is 90 generously
offered me- around me, NY old friends. nv
former county-men, neishbors, associates, kindly
oestowinS upon me, a distinguished testimonial of
their regard and esteem.
ii my heart were not filed with sentiments
worthy such an occasion, should be mex cusable
indeed'-My bosom, Mr.. President is now labor
ing with emotions which have no Language to ex-
press And viii not make the vain effort Suf-
lei me TO cover the poverty of my words under
the richness OF venerated name. Allow me- if
you please, TO withdraw from your attention your
humble guest. by calling TO your recollection one
Oh sirSinia's truly great men---one who for years
has slept with his ancestors, bat whom the patrio,
and the sage still delight to honor. ! offer YOU,
as toast,
George Mason: The author OF the FIRST written
Constitution. lie will live in the memory of the
last wise statesman. His work will be the model
oil The last well organized republic,
IN reply to Mr.. Johason's address, Cen. Black
burn observed:
Mr. president: am no orator, but will be her
united, as one OF his constituents, 10 say, that
whatever confidence, Affection OF respect. we re-
posed or retained FOR friend, was amply repaid
by his public services.
2 Our Country: The pride, the JOY, the hope,
OF every honest citizen. Tune Hail Columbia
Our Republican Institutions: Founded ON the
enlightened will of a happy people-how lovely,
how proudly they stand in The sunshine, and in
the tempest! May they stand forever.M
Jefferson and Liberty
George Washington, the father Of his COIN
try: As tar above euogy-as he was above cor
rup'lon. Washington's March.
. Thomas Jefferson: Fame, in mournful agents.
announces his departure, and the genius of his
country has handed over his name 10 be inscribed
on the rolls OF Immortality. Pieyel's Hymn
Our Statesman: Are they disinteres,el9 lie;
them be Prodigsl only in efforts to serve their
country Are they selfish? Let them secure the
highest treasure on earth, the appreciation Of good
conscience Yankee Doodle
Our Soldiers: May they always temper thei.
swords IN the flame which burns the altar Of pa
tTiotisin. The metal will not be impaired, bu.
strengthened; and the polish, if not dazzling, viii
be steady aud durable. Star-Spsngled Banner.
The Coronets, Stars, and Carriers bestowed
! by freemen; Confidence, affection and gratitude
10 faithful public servants
America, Commerce 6 Freedom
Virginia: Let her sons remember that The,
cannot be too pIodisal in love, or too sparing il
praise OF their mother.
Tyrolese Song Of Liberty
10 Our Brethren below the Mountain: What
we have bon owed we cannot refuse TO return
we haiter ourselves that it il not the worse foy
wear. Over the Hills and far away
IL Tyrans all over the world: May they cease
from their labours, and their works soon follow
them. The Campbells are coming.
~ Our tair Coun,rywomen: Appsrelled IN
modesiy, bfillian; in loneliness How precious
Their attire How sparkling their iewelsl
Come haste 10 the Wedding
- Aud Lang Syne: You will not, our friend
and guest, forget the Valley of the Mountains,
though withdrawn from its verdant fields and plea
SAINT streams; but will sometimes, we trust in
dalge the Joy of sadness in reyisiting the scenes
Of " Aud Lang Syne," Aud Lang syne.
Here MIR. Johnson again addressed the company
in a very pathetic manner, but in so low voice
and the speaker was evidently labourng under 50
much real embarrassment, arising from emotions
called forth by the OCCASION that his observations
though strongly felt, the writer is unable TO record
lie concludeds however, by offering the following
cast:
The people Of Augusta: They were valiant in
the wars that achieved our independence; they are
stediast in preserving the simplicity Of manners
and purity OF morals, necessary to retain H.
BY Vice President, J. II. Pey,on, Esq The
Constitution Of Virginia Of l776, and its able adj
vocate and friend now present: Our country can
never forget bis homes. and able efforts in support
OF that instrument.
BY Vice Presiden; d. SheGey, Esq: The frs,
and noblest virtue Of Representative: Indepen-