Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1828-02-07


ditonal evidence of regard manifested on my arri-
/ val, and by the same distinguished body imposes
obligations for which l can make no suitable re-
turn can only offer the feeble tribute of a heart
deeply penetrated by the Partially u my country
! men.
The responsibility assigned TO me in the memo
rable day we have met to commemorate, involve u
the salvation Of the country, and, of necessity, all
the resources which could be embodied FOR IFS de-
ionce; and honest was made of IT, which il
pleased the most high TO crown with success
! Aoihm, therefore, the great disposer of events,
anu TO the brave Louisianians, Kentuckians
Mlssissippians and Tennesseeians let our thanks
be returned for the happy Termination of the crisis
The prosperity which now besSes, and enrches
inns vast emporium, your hosptahle city, presents
pleasing contrast with the embarrassment and
, gloom which attended its invasion by the enemy.
II also attests the Importance of Louisiana 10 the
union, and sanctions the rewards which YOU have
! SO LITERALLY bestowed upon the services OF those
gallant men, who in the hour of danger consider
ed the safety of the state their supreme rule Of
action.
/ Allow me to join You in the v IN that the fruits
OF their labour, and of your wisdom may contin-
ue TO secure the happiness and the liberty OF Lou
{ isians.
AZ the request of the Governor AMI accompanied
py him and his staff the general then received the
troops. After which attended by the Governor
and Legislature he proceeded to the cathedral where
an impressive discourse Preparedby the reverend
iather Antonio dc Sedilla, was delivered by young
! its publications
/ 10 which the General replied in these words
reverend father-I receive your beRedictions
with ardent gratitude. When contemplate YOUR
iong, useful and happy life, approaching fourscore,
faithfully spent in the service of the most hiSh i'm
this sanctuary, and amidst this grateful peo9e il
inspires lne with increased reverence tor the reli
gion which you teach. To your pio,ls labours i'm
uhis community, do attribute, in great degree,
that deliverance from the invading foe which
fha 4. or
Wmch ms Is the anniversary; for moral and re-
IlouS lie Is constant appeal TO the favor of hea
Ven and Is sure guarantee OF faithful and heroic
patriotism That the fruits of your own riohteous-
ness, Reverend Father NAV continue to Nonrisb
IN the Vcs ami hearts of your Pensioners long aC-
ter your spirit shall have received its reward in
the mansions of bliss, is my fervent prayer. Per-
nit me- with your assistance TO return my ,nost
humole thanks TO the author of all good for the
great mercies and for the benefits he has vouch
sailed TO bestow on mebut more especially for having
made me and my brave associates the instrument
! OF his power on the occasion TO which vo b,,.o
been pleased 10 refer.
lie Deum was then chaunted. The ceremonies
OF the day being concluded, the General was con-
Quoted by the Governor the committee of the Le-
glature and the committee Of citizens to the house
prepared Tor ms reception.
DINNER TO GEN JACKSON.
pubic dinner was given by the citizens of n
orleans to Gen. Jackson on the Sth of January nj
Davis's Ball Room. The Suite of the General the
DeiSSitSs IRON the different Cities with other dis
unguished strangers, the Rev. Father Antonio dc
Sidella, and the officers of the regular army now
ON duty IN that city and neghboring posts were
presentas guests. Alr. Bernard Marigny presided,
assisted , oy d. C. ker, Pierre Foucher and James
1. lhaIns, as Vice Presidents During the en-
tertalnment, the following toasts were given
T. Ist' The Sth January, IS15-The day we cele-
brate-its glory without a parallel.
u. Andrew Jackson-His titles are his services.
MS party the American people.
Sd. The Army of the United States-Frono tI,e
shores OF Niagara to the plains of the MissssipDi.
II has sustained the honor of our country
4th. The Navy of the United States-We look
to its gradual and steady increase as our hest se
cunty from insult or aggression.
9th. The Mlita-A proud array of eitizen SOL
diers, alike prepared to draw the sword or guide
the ploughshare.
6. Our friends from Kentucky, Tennessee and
Mssissippi-They came unbdden to the supper
OF the 23d, TO the breakfast of the Sti--we hail
them this day our invited and welcome guests
9TH. Generals Coffee, Carroll Adair and Kinds
their names are as dear as their services were use
full TO Louisiana.
Sth. The Delegates from New York and other
cities OF the Union-Recomnended to us at once
by their private character and public ission they
are doubly welcome.
9th. The memory of GeneraHLa Ronde, Colo
nes Lauderdale and Henderson, Captain Lewis
Livingston, and of their brave companions in
arms of ISl4-l5-Their deeds will never be for
gotten.
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ladium OF our liberties.
1lth. The President of the U States
18th. The goth ngress-Faithfully responding
to the voice Of the peopie-with such guardians
the Republic is safe.
18th. France, our earliest Ally-Frenchmen
fought here by our side, they had fought With
our fathers at Yorktown
II. The Admirals, Codrington De Rigney and
Heiden-And ALL who fight as they did Tor Justice
and freedom-honor TO the men who do honor TO
human nature.
18th. Tie memory of Gen. Washinrton-Tohi his
military services we owe the opportunity of ap-
preciating his civic virtues.
10th. The memory Of our illustrious fellow. cit-
zen, Thomas Jefferson-He called the Ionisianians
his children, and said of the Hero of the Eighth of
January " he has filled the measure Of his coun.
trys glory"
18th. Gen. Lafayette-France his residence, his
home the hearts of Americans.
18th. Edward Livingston-Our faithful repre-
sentative in Congress.
10Th. The Fair Of Louisana-Amid the ravages
OF disease and the din Of arms, 5ninstering angels
to the sick and wounded soldier: in the hour of
triumph their smiles the victor's best reward.
The following Volunteer Yoasts were drunk:
by General Carroll-Ti-, citizen soldiers Of
Louisiana, who contributed by their vaor to Sc
cure the memorable victory OF the Eighth Of Jan
uary, 1915.
I By Gov. Uouston-The citizens Of Louisiana
and Tennessee the memorial Of their valve will
be a. lasting IS its effects were glorious aud bcne
fetal TO America.
BY Or. Shelby Of observation-disclosures II. Ben
ton-the distinguished aesman-rcndcrcd illus-
trious, 10y his talents and nAcxiJlc adherence to
principle.
By Mr.. Saul Alley Of the n. York DELEGATION.
The Western and Atlantic Siates-Aiay the ir bond
of union be Ccmcn{cd on the An Of ii .rcf, 1870