Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1835-10-16
OCTOBER I6, 1895.
POLITICAL.
From the n. Y. Evening Post.l
THE JOHNSON DINNER.
.Annireryary ef the Balile Of Me 7Name


many Hall, the time-honored raying place Of the de-
mocracy OF this metropolis AT six O'Clock, between
three and four hundred citizens including large mum
Der oil distinguished guests among whom were Lieut.
Governor Tracy, Governor Mason, of Michigan Col b.
II Canonge, of Louisiana Col. smith and Messrs. Fisk
and Wright, delegates from the democracy of Boston,
sat down 10 most abundant and tasteful banquet The
Hon Cornelius w. Lawrence, Mayor of the City, pre-
sidcd assisted by Carrot Gilbert David Bryson, Doctor
Philip T.. Medoler, William S Coo, James Conner, and
Gerardus Boyce, Esqurcs After the cloth removed,
the following oasts proposed and severaly drunk
REGULAR ToAsTs.
l. OR Country The citadel of the worlds liberty
Let those to whom its defence is entrusted be mind
full of their duty 10 themselves, and Of their deep
sponsibity TO the human race-Air-"llaI Column
bia "
3 The United States The cherished and significant
name OF our country-May the cforts of folly the
one hand and treason on the other, succeed in
rendering II missioner '-Ar-"The Union March,"
3 The Constitution: Strictly construed; rigidly adj
hcred TO; firmly eniorced- only bond OF Union,
and :. must be preserved. Air. Star-Spangled Ban
A. The President Of The United States The sun of his
public careei having cheered land with its rising
brightness and meridian splendour, is terminating its
course iulorbed and gloriousthe admiration CT the
People Air" Presidents March. 3"
D. Tie ptce President at tie Lnifed States. His distin-
gnished public life devoted to consistent and effective
support of the fundamental principles free govern
hent, rs New YORK pledge for her "avore son, that
he VIII not impair the virtues of the mantle which his
counrymcn have determined shall in due fall upon
him. Air-"Jacksons Delight"
Before announcing the toast the Mayor rose and
addressed the asscnblage in the following words:
The toast which am now about to offer you, gentle
men, is that feel assured will receive your cordial
appreciation So little diversity of opinion indeed can
exist TO the business and proprety of the sentiments
1t expresses that il will scarcely be expected shall de-
tam you with any preparatory eulogy of the individual
TO whom j. refers
We have met fcowcitizens, upon the anniversary of
of those great occasions which, while il has given
brilliant usre to individual rcputaon has also contribu
ted to national renown and TO the Of our IL
berries as people. We have but to back the pages
oil our national history, to that period when the gloom of
defeat and dis Iste darkened for time the character of
our arms and to realize the horrors of that system of
warfare which directed the of the relentless sa-
wage against the breast of his dslmed victim know
and appreciate the per which surrounded those of
counrys defenders who engaged in the contest of the
last the Western frontiers To succeed in these
Conflicts was indeed TO triumph willy, dangerous,
and not ignoble foe; but to fail, in too many in
stances TO became the sacrifice enemy taat rotsd
in massacre and banquetted on blood
Among the brave and hardy warriors who eaaly and
earlessly entered upon the of this bordrr
rare, not one bore himself more proudly, contributed
more directly 10 the eventual of the American
arms, than that distinguished of Kentucky, in whose
honour we are this day assembled. High-mndcd spi-
rited, chivalrous by naturc-burning to avenge his
slaughtered countrymen and To uphold his country's
rights wherever and by whomsoever assalcd-he sur
rendered the comforts aud pleasures of retirement sought
te Prvatons OF the camp, and courted the dangers OF
the field
The Battle OF the Thames ON the 4tb of October 1919
was decisive defeat to the allied British and Indian
forces and ensured permanent protection the nhab
ants OF vast extent of territory The advantages of
that brilliant victory beyond computation in their
effect upon the subsequent efforts Of the savages 1t
was IN that sangunary conflict that tho previously in
vincibie warrorhe who fought with the confidence
sPired by long series of his tri
umphs with his life The records of that battle tells u.s.
that the signal for flight his followers both whtc and
red, the fall of Tecumseh
1t would neither be Just ourselves, the cause
OF truth nor is 1t necessary to proper appreciation Of
the distinguished merits of the subject of these remarks
to refuse acknowledgment of the claims Of others
share in The gratitude of the American people, for no.
norablc achievements in the trying scenes OF our Sc
cond war OF independence Freely and gratefully should
those claims be acknowledged and remembered But
in CHANGING over the long list of brave and successful
warriorsso many of whom bear upon their persons the
evidences of fierce encounters with the foe scarce
~ possible that attention should be attracted to
the name OF Johnson In pronouncing a name thus
identified with bravery and patriotism feel confident
that your bosos will glow with the recoecons il so
well calculated TO awaken and that you viii cheerully
unite with IN rendering honour 10 the iero of the
JhameS."
But, frllowczens, there is another view in which the
character OF Colonel Johnson must be presented your
notice If brave and successful soldier he first won
the admiration of his cOuntrymen, it is unshrinl-
ing fearless and honest advocate of popular rights that
lac has established himself permanently in Tie conf.
dcnce and affection of the American people.
IL cannot be necessary, gentlemen, that should de-
tam you by minute examination OF the civil
this distinguished citizen Throughout period almost
nnexamped for duration in Congrc history
has occupied prominent position in the public councils
Bringing to this, department. the Jealous and de-
dparoiis which characterized his eto another
sphere, hc has always been conspicuous an advocate
of to preserve and extend tc great
of civil liberty With mind thoroughly inbued with
the spirit which prevailed in the formation of our Co
Vcrnmcnt, hIs whole legislative has tended
strengthen and perpctuae tat bond of Union which las
mainly contributed to render a great and happy
people
1T is faithful and long tried public servant with
out regard Ia party DISTINCTIONS that have spoken of
the character aud services of Richard NJ johnson.
May not add the expression OF my satisiaction that
after large portion Of his life has been honorably
spent in the public service during which period he has
swcved from the support OF republican principles
he IS now presented 10y the democracy Of the Union for
the support OF his leliow-ct to one of the highest
Offices in The gilt Of free people The result feel
sured will furnish another instance dsproyc the axiom
that Republics unrraieful.
give you, Gentlemen,
q. (O0nci Richard " Johnson: The benefactor Of his
country legislator and her gallant defender Oh the
field OF battle The weapons Of the enemy have nfict
cd honorable, though painful, marks Of patriotism his
person the grateful Republic will confer accepta-
bic and enduring marks Of distinction upon his character
Air-"lIail TO the Chief"
The animated speech Of The Mayor was frequently in.
terruptcd with hearty paudils aud the toast which in
nonstrocd loud and long in all the usual modes Of APP
plousc. After silence was at length restored AIr Law.
again rose and IN clear and voice read
the following letter from Col. Johnson.
GREAr CHossivos 18th Sept, 1885
GSNTLEmEN ~ have received your communications
in which the several wards Of the city Of New ork are
represented inviting to partake Of public dinner
the 9th Of October, commemoratiOn Of the Battle
Of the Thames ! also informed by your favor that
the large and respectable meeting Of the Democracy Of
New York city, who resolved to celebrate the 9TH Of
October expressed their satisfaction az the result Of the
Baltimore Convention, in reference my nomination FOR
the Vice Presidency and passed resolution in apprO-
baton Of my public services &c For this honor, per-
NIT 20 express my grateful sensations. In free