Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1828-06-17
DOMESTIC.
TFfom the Boston Ja,vaai.l

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tor took place agreeably the public notice which
had previously been given Between four s. five
hundred gentlemen OF all the Id political sects
crowded MIR. Hamilton's Hall at 3 o'clock, and
there paid their respects to The guest of the day,
to MIR. Burgess Of r. I. to Mr.. Buck Of VT and to
several members Of the Massachusetts, delegation
IN Congress. There have not often been occasions
In this or any other community which have brought
together SO many contented hearts and happy ia
ces, "a this which it is our duty and pleasure now
! TO commemorate.
On the annunciation Of the toast, in compliment
to Mr.. Webster; he and addressed his fellow
ciuzens in speech Of one hour. He first gave
utterance to &c few words OF homage and sincere
thanks to the meeting for the honor conierrcd''
upon him, " their fellow citizen, their neighbour,
and their friend" No object connected with high
approbation-no distinction in any line i'm human
life would induce him to forfeit or forego the aIec-
tons OF his friends and neighbours; and lose the
confluence Of this community with whom he had
lived and hoped still live with his children in the
exercise OF kindly offices, and the Interchange Of
good will during the time that remained to him
on EARTH
Mr.. Webster particular cause of gratitude
Tor the indulgence and liberal construction which
were extended 10 him, adverted to his vote OH the
newly enacted tariff law. This part of the speech
was a clear exposition OF the peculiarly delicate
and embarrassing circumstances in which he was
placed IN relation TO the tariff bill. Mr.. w. re-
Ierred to the different vot:, but not very different
opinion oil the representative from Boston, and he
expressed his Joy at finding that &c all with the
same ready assent, were willing to believe that
what had been done, with whatever effect had
been honestly done. Mr. w. next remarked upon
the subject OF internal Improvements upon which
part we would gladly dwell, aud concluded by re-
peillng IN powerful strain of deep and scornful
indignation the slang of those creatures who talk
OF separation oil New England from ''the Patriot
States" No words could rise or descend more
deeply In the soul, and stir it potently than
those uttered by the gentleman on this theme. He
n tor, hipI riaa
from the lakes, and reaches the Atlantic; grief in
dignaton, disdain, offended dignity, and wounded
pride, were struggling in his BOSOM and in his as
Pect; and the peas of thunder in which this per-
turbaon OF lofty and grieved spirit broke forth,
are Still IN our ears and be forgotten II
was soul-stIriing, il was terrific yet there was
more OF .sorrow than anger" both felt and excit-
ed; the effect was to inspire that sort of sentiment,
which we feel at the contemplation of gray head
ed hero, covered with wounds and loaded with
years. pointing to his scars, and with an erect sta
ture, proud curl of the lip and tear on his man
~ cheek; turning away from ingrattude, ''strong-
er than traitors arms.,' Mr. Webster stood in
FdneuI Hall and pointed to Bunkey's Hill.
Mr.. GOrham addressed the meeting, and it was
in the midst OF the writing out of his speech that
our reporter failed. Ii was of considerable length
and went much into detail and accurate distinction
on the subject of the tariff and the general politics.
OF the country. Mr.. Everett made an excellent
but not long speech in reply to compliment
tary TO the Delegation of Massachusetts
This toast The Rhode Island delegation in
Congress; il has welded with bercuIean strength
the two-edgcd sword of argument and yit'-bc-
ing given; Mr.. Burgess 1--WE need not .av of tcIere)
addressed the meeting in reference to his antago-
nists, and his manner Of encounterng them; he
observed that they were men to whom it was ssim-
possible for civilization to be CIVIL Judge Story
OF our Supreme Court, and Judge Halliburton Of
the Supreme Court Of Nova Scotia also spoke The
former few words, but well; the latter at some
length, aud with steady flow of pure and beauti-
fill r
propriate aud we'll arranged ideas His speech wa,
IN reply to this toast Our English Guests
(the Bishop Of Nova Scotia being also presently
We greet with family welcome these distin-
gulshed visiters from the land OF our fathers"
| TOASTS.
| 1. The President Of the u S.
K Our distinguished trustworthy the noblest
homage which freemcn can give, or freeman re-
ceive, the homage of their hearts.
- Agriculture, Commerce aud Manufacturer
fountains OF national wealth, equal cont ibutors to
I the stream of public prosperity.
4. Our political insttutions--the first great cx-
! pertinent OF mans capacity for self government
may their duration through all time make it the
| last.
| 5. The Memory of Washington
=. The Governor OF our Commonwealth.
| D. Our Senior Senator in Congrcss-his faithful
services are fully appreciated, and grateful ac
knowie Judgments due to his merits
| s. Our distinguished Representative in Congress
we value him for his talents, respect him for
his independence, and thank him for his public
services-our hearts and hands ready TO do him mo-
nour.
.. The Judiciary-our ark of safety amid the
storms Of political contention.
10. Our Army-and Navy--nay those who
| have erected the monument Of a nations glory @
yer find il a shelter from a nations ingratitude
IL. The Massachusetts, Delegation in CONGRESS-
These our jewes-the world sees their lustre
| -'oe know their worth.
IL. Internal improvements-the Savings Bank
in which our national wealth may be securely de-
posted, TO be drawn for with interest when needed
| for public service.
| Ii. Nayigation--the stream Of New EneIand's
enterprise, which has 90 long yielded its mighty
tribute to Our nations wealth--nay 1t ever flow
with increasing majesty and strength.
by Mr. Sears, Chairman OF the Committee oil
Arrangements:
Mr.: President: Being requested by the Commit.
tee OF Arrangements to prepare and propose sem
timent Immediately TO succeed the regular ,ossts of
the day, will, with your permission, offer one
which hope and trust will meet tho cordial an
probation Of assembled friends. 10 il a small
tribute to the worth Of an enlightened Statesman
a fearless patriot and an honest man uropose IN
you the health of Henry Clay-ln the worst Of
times, aud at all times, the friend and very cham
Pion OF civil liberty: he is hailed with admiration
and gratitude by other republics; shall he not be-
cherished and sustained by his own?
The greet FederaI Dinner 10 JVe5sfer.--
When tho session OF Congress broke up, aud the
members dispersed themselves to the hundred
winds Of heaven every eye was turned TO tlieir
Interior movements. The republican friends Of
the Old Farmer Il Tennessee, drove home a. sap- J