Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1840-07-13
FOURTH OF JULY.

FOURTH OF. JULY.
ri. Anniversary Of our National independents,
have been commemoia ed with undated
-, ,h,ouphout the country-as far at least as we
~. ,.t had lime TO receive the lidings. We can
mi. ofcourse spare much room to these distant Gel
's..,o,.. Some Of them, however, require pas
sing notice.
Ia Richmond, there were several Oratons. Thai
.,o,cuuced by the Rev. E. II. Chaplin, is com-
loaded as the production ola master-mind, which,
com our slight knowledge Of the powers OF bis in
,.I.e,. the variety and extent Of his requirements
and his graceful delivery, we should have readily
.uoposed. Mr. Chaplin, though ripe scholar, is
,., very young man-and is deroted to scientific
md literary pursuits, pushing his studies with all
a.. ada, of lover for his mistress. He is destined
are much deceived, to fila large space in the
eyes ofthe world.
T, Baltimore, the celebration TO some extent
n marty character. The Wings had dinner al
Laurel Factory, at which addresses were delivered
by David Hoffman, Esq, Maj. James Garland Of
Va. Mr.. Crockett Of Tennessee, and others The
Baltimore American, speaking Of Mr.. Garand's
speech says
"Of The matter OF manner Of this admirable ad-
dress we give but little ACCOMMODATED we
regret the more because it vas unquestionably one
of the best political speeches tina, have heard
during the canvass. Nh. GARLANp diverted to fact
which is worthy Of particular note. Gen. Coupon
was his predecessor IN Congress and he IL was who
TOW ards the close of Gen JAcKsoN's administration
offered ~ the House Of Representatives financial
project almost Identical with that which was sub.
sequently brought forward the Sub Treasury.
The monarchcal germ wrapped up in llns project
was at once perceived BY The people; and II was
upon this question that Mr.. GARLAND Geclaied
lie had beaten General GoRpoN, AT the nex con.
eressonal election, in spite Of the powerful oppo-
ston that got up against him by the leading
administration journals Of his native state. He
spoke of the Sub Treasury in words fit and strong
ASA Virglnian should speak who iuherts the
spirit which animated the fathers of the Common.
weallb-the spi,it of wachuness. in respect topub-
lie men and Of jealousy with regard to power He
reminded his hearers Of The ueacLeiy winch always
characteristics the steathy march of pc er IN d re-
pubc-how II ounds in professions Of love for the
people taking stepaiier step in their nane-un-
al, like Plsslratus the usurping aspiraut finds him
self supplied by the neopIe themselves with all
quisite means and appliances for he work Of direct
subjusaion. Mr. GARLAND's remarks concerning
General HARRISON, towards the conclusion OF his
speech, received with enthusiastic applause, as
indeed the speaker throughout the wole course Of his
address was frequently interrupted by the cheering
Of his auditory. He declared that he had taken up
the authentic uuCunt MS ana papers relating TO
Gen. HARRISON, including the history of his life
with an opinion decidedly univofable. That I'M
favorable opinion was removed; The evidence oflacts,
the memorials oil an upnght and noble character,
every where apparent IN lie annals OF The past, al
foldcd itoof and confirmation irresistible of The
worth and sterling merits Of lhe veteran soldier"
In Phade phla, the celebration also Of par
~ characteristic Wing Dinner beng on The island
opposite the city Among the iavted guests who
spoke on The occasion, Mr.. Bolts Of Virginia.
Mt. Garland OF Louisiana, Mr.. Aiod Of Georgia,
and Mr.. Baer, the Buckeye Blacksmith. The
Philadelphia Inquirer says;
after dinner, the large blage was addressed
by the Hon. J. NJ. Boris. Of Virginia, in speech
replete with soul'slirog eloquonce and irresistible
argument--the remembrance of which will not be
This gentleman vas followed by the Hon. Mr.. AL.
FORD. of Georgia, and the Hon. RICE GARLAND, Of
Louisiana, both of whom did ioHoi To tneIr we'll
known and high regulations as orators. and the
soundness and purity OF then republican principles
"Mr BEAR, the celebrated blacksmith, then ad
dressed the meeting and although lie had previous
" spoken no less than three times during The day,
he delivered one Of his capital puhy, poiated, WITTY
and unanswerSbe speeches, ia tilat racy style aud
spirit Tor which lie is deseivedly famous"
Al Poug heepsie, N. Y the celebration was upon
grand scale. From TO 5000 PERSONS are computed
10 have been present "Messrs Crttenden Preston
and Wise made powerful and eloquent speeches.
The other speakers Messrs. Cropper of Virsi-
MA S"yre of Alabama, Chapman OF Connecticut,
and Horner of New Jersey"