The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-06-22

'nrough me streets OF Charlestown, which, sixty.
eieht years ago. were covered with the ruins Of q
burning town, the President and suite with Other
distinguished strangers from abroad were cheered t
The echo ny her patriotic democracy-the worth,
sons OF wealthy sires. The avenues leading TO Bun.
ker Hill were thronged with dense masses of people
ard the principal points decorated with the American
ensign; and IN some instances with the old war flags
OF the Revolution. At five minutes past - the adj
vance guard of the escort, the I.ancers with the
imposing array of white steeds and stalwart frames
were seen wheeling into the spacious area between,
the gacis which was occupied by host of Lowell,
ladies', and the platform
AT five minutes to one the Committee of the Monu
ment Association, the President and suite the Gov
ernor and Lieutenant Governor and Others were seer
entering the enclosure in some splendid barouches ;
and drew up at once to the stage within the area
around which the magnificent military escort crced
in double lines of dazzling radiance The sun shone
In an unclouded blaze of living light, while the at
mosphere was redolent of balmy GOODNESS which
was most refreshing to all. On his appearance tn,
PRESIDENT was received with three tremendous cheers
by the crowded assembIage, and the enthusiasm wa
general and pervadng. On alighting the President
OF the United States and the President Of the Bunker
Hill Monument Association walked up togather t,
the platform, where the President took his seat The
Hon. Daniel Webster was already present, not hav.
ing Joined the procession account of the fatigu,
which would necessarily attend SO long march--his
health not being good Tor some days pas-though ht
never looked better to the public eye. The STAGE as
we have stated in former paper, was between the
Monument ard the water, on the north side Of the
area, and Is rs feet by Gu in extent little plat
form was erected for the Orator in 'front.' which wa.
decorated in tasteful festoons of the starspaneled
banners, and surmounted by large gilded eagle
Inc principal stage was ornamented with a canopy
OF pennants which diverged to every point of The
same and presented beautiful appearances there
were seen the President of the United States the va
rious members of the Cabinet, His Exceercy the
Governor, and his Honor the Lieut.. Governor Chief
Justice Shaw, the u. S. Marshal, and District At
torney Mr. Dexter, Mr.. Bancroft the historian OF
the United States, Hon. Caleb Cushing, Robert and
John Tyler, Mr.. Parmenter member of Congress from
Middlesex, Hon. VIM. Cost Johnson, and other dis
tnguished strangers, and last but not least hun
dred and eight old revolutionary soldiers, the time
bonored monuments of the perilous battles of liberty
VI this number twelve were at the battle of Bunker
HILL and three OF that of Lexington where the first
blood was drawn in the contest viz John Harring-
ton aged IS, Alpheus Bgelow aged IS, and Levi Har
rlngton aged 50. One old gentleman dr. ssed in
white sartou who sat on the steps and who was one
of the heroes Of Bunker Hill was 81 years old and
the oldest man present. His was Phineas John
son. His form was bent, and his countenance some
what lsless though occasionally his eye would flash
at some startling burst of oratory, or kinde at some
strain OF music from the military band. Doubtless
he was lifting over again the scenes of old, and his
mind was not among the present generation.
The sceDe-as the Orator to address Me vast
amphitheatre of several in extent and literally
covered with people-was indeed magnificent The
monument and the thousands in its square, filling up
the back ground beyond-the 1900 ladies on the
glacis-and all Of the 100000 persons in the vast
equalled extent and beauty in modern history. We
never witnessed an assemblage SO large Of such
tire responsibility and demeanor, and never expect
TO have the qualification again.
The process having filed within the lines, the
CHI PLAIN of the Day Che Reverend Mr.. Ellis) pastor
pf no lpI,nr INN
the Throne Of Grace in the following prayer
Sovereign of the Universe, thou dsposer of all
events, thou God of nations and of men, devouty
aud reverenty would we invoke thy paternal blessing
we have come up to the mount OF costly sacr flee
and OF treasured remembrance, that may celebrate
The deeds of those whom venerate and pay CRATE
fuI tribute to their memory and their sacrifices. We
have come from the homes of peace and plenty, and
with the families which thou dost bless and it our
bouDden duty adore thee our Lord and Father; for
unless the Lord had been on our side our nemies
bad uiumphed over We adore thee az the God
of our iathers,he of thei thought the STAY OF
their confidence, her friend, their protector. And
We invoke thy blessing, God upon this veneraied
remnant of the band, that they may return late to
their reward and may bear to ine irs gatherer of the
host The tribute of resrect and gratitude which we
now oher--to assure them that the victory was fully
won that IT was worth It's cost.
We invoke thy blessing upon the Chies Megis-
irate of this happy nation, upon his counsellors and
now would we solemniy consecrate tins stone OF
memorial and would ask in prayer that thy blessing
may crown its summit. We would consecfate it mol
IN remembrance OF strife nor to perpeluate OF
blood but in memory of the great and good ate
great and holy truth, and TO remind those that ar.
TO come after US OF duty, Of liberty of justice, aud
The fear Of God. May lis foundation ever rs in o
land that Is at peace, and lie summit point to heav
of love and, when its last CT tumble into dust
may our children's children continue TO enjoy The
blessings of liberty, and honor their fathers Who suf
iered thai they night enjoy it. Hear Us, o God and
answer our prayer, in the name Of Christ our Re-
decmer.h
Then followed the Grafton, which will be
found elsewhere in our columns. IL is a monu-
ment which will carry his name down to re-
motest ages.
At the close Of the Address, Mr.. Webster was
greeted with a succession Of cheers, and retiring
from the platform taken by the hand by the Pre-
sideut OF the United States and congratulated on his
able performance, as also by others. The procession
was then reformed and took up its march for the
city. The President on leaving with Robert Tyler,
Esq., and the rest of his suite being enthusiastically
cheered. Thus ended this patriotic pageant.
THE DINNER AT FANEUIL HALL
FAsfUIL HArL.-The Old Ciadle Of Liberty on
the occasion of visit paid 10 il by yesterday, APP
pc led admirably. The Committee Of Arrangements
have decorated il with much taste, and with elegant
simplicity At the head of the Hall are the flags OF
that Ancient Company-the Soul of Sodiery-over
the chandelier in the centre, is beautiful canopy Of
pennants which diyerge to every portion of the m.
AT the head OF the southern gallery portrait of
Fulton, and on the other side Of Franklin, with
appropriate emblems-thence towards the east are
arranged IN beautiful letter. the names Of all the
Presidents of the United States commencing with
the name Of TYLER on the right and WAsHlNeroN
on the left. Ou the eastern gallery, the words
Ayr culture, Mechanic Arts, and c, mmerce, extend
ing the Hall.
The pillars and other portions Of the room nrc
neatly trimmed with evergreens, which 10 connection
with he military decorations, produce ioe effect by
contrast The style of the whole affair conf, RS honor
On the committee andthe Chief Marshal, Mr. Gordon.
The tabeshave oil been put in place by The accomplish
ed caterer, MIR. John Wright, who is to provide the
no Of good things on the l7b; and there is fear
from, his well kown cxperie ce and ability, but