Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1843-07-18
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Tn cnksRsnos oF r,sE FovRrn at Oak Grove. in the
couniy II Westmofesnd. was one unusually Interesting
The place. The occason the, nciors all combined to fix
deep and nsng impression In the minds good c.
s - ms sa 'ns s'o,n,ns s1anes, who Were .pee'a
casion, memorable The place OF rejoicing aud
clo.c proximity the birth place of Washington
noiahborhood too. where wealth. aud hos
pitsty abound unsurpassed by any country
nsRhborhood South II Msson's aud Dixon,s Line The
occasion WAS the celebration ct the Anniversary Of Ma
tons Independence The actors the fine spirited volun.
Rifle Corps, which has suddenly as il were by
magic on, Of the elements Of various Militia Infantry
Companies in the ncghborhood OF wsshingtons ancient
parish and have chrsened this their natal day and from
spirit and character OF those who compose H. their nu.
friends have the fullest confidence that they will
do sught but honor IT, Wings Democrats Clay
men, Calhoun men and Van Buenmen were there. The
rich and the poor. the aged and the young sable
African all checrully lent the Company their aid
eiiecng the celebration On this day. hard times were
mentioned party spirit locked the dark tomb of
fogeuunes and there naught but he
and the How OF soul" The Mothers, the and female
friends OF the Company. the WISE the bright the beautiful
Of the land, in attendance from early hour all
mantesng the deepest interest in the OF the pa
gean OF the day. Great praise has Justly
the acting Marshall and President for ability
with which they discharged their respective official duties
The introduction of every Volunteer sentiment pre-
ceded chssic and happy preface by the President ad
ding double force oach and mparng all portion of
that ador and enthusiasm, with which his soul
flowing full. lie stood amongst that
mighty pyramid at whose base the votaes OF religion
might worship, and around whose proud spirits
The Orator Of the day is a native of New England. and
from that portion it, where the OF
on have been uniring in their efforts the seeds of
dscord and impress, by misrepresentation feel
ings tho minds OF Northern brethren, inmcal the
people and institutions of the South. This gentleman has
relations Of high responsibility and influence scat
tered New England. the middle and North Western
States They least will esteem his testimony impartial
defence OF existing institutions and from residence
Of years in the South, and his opportunities for
observing and judging must be acknowledged surpass
those who merely and go hike birds OF passage. Al
commenting length the nature, advantages and
be desired perpeuy of our Government under its
present form, the Orator observed:
MIR. President know there causes, and Just
too but originating with few, which create dissatsac
and distrust between the North and the South Yet
have believed that these feelings of bitterness
neral their well grounded. do honestly believe
that all the jcaouses and heart buning which may
between the different sections of our common country have
their origin and existence from this fact aonethat the
Pile widely separated by distance, ignorant Of the cha
racter conduct and institutions each Of the other
the crcumscbed circles OF neighbourhood society,"
our whole country has its Intermediates and mSchefma
ksr There those who, forack Of better employment
and gain notorety visit the South the Noh and
who after receiving every hospitality from the good and
suspectng; who after having eaten from your basket
drank from your cup, and warmed your hresdes'go
back putting the worst possible constructions son every
thing have and what will supply, their
brains will fabricae, make up the
hord and oahsome picture of al least Of your South
institutions. And there, here the people
will take these oft reiterated assertions for facts: they bave
the OF acquiring counter information. But, sir
let their Tappans and Garrsons travel overheir land
preaching the language of truth, is-et them say
the people they have duped and deceived the Souhron
slaves the happiest nbong class OF people in
the word they have the least the best provided
with clothes suited their condition and climate pen-
tfully furnished with wholesome food and UPRIGHT
eousy tasked that the slaves themselves
identical with their masters and their friendship
a6eefion-s reciprocal. Would Heaven and the
fostering genius of my country, had the power of Ian
guage-the eloquence-to persuade, and every misguided
fanatic, misnfomed aboonst in Christendom where
my voice could reach his ear would endeavour
him from knowledge of the truth, by plain,
vanished of facts would tell them that during
residence OF six slavehoding State, have
SEEM when professionally empoyed-have repeated in-
stances SEEM whole amllies-master mistress, children
young and oldgaher around the dying bed OF avorite
faithful servant, all eager administer his wants. and
smooth hspathuy grave-and at his departure shed
freely the bitter Of grief affection. | would de-
scribe them the negos merry hoyday their dances and
ghthearted gambos their cheering morning whistle, and
unique but charming evening song would show them the
fat slick faces of the African, denong any thing but
ing when dressed their Sunday OF CLOTH
ing advantageousy with the less fortunate Of that species OF
who have master mistress look
violence in health and protection, and
Ladies and gentlemen, OF Virginia let the be
by people OF the North you will be no
disturbed by the vexed question Of Abolition.
know well the people OF the North, know Virginians
TOO, and sincerely believe the exalted spint of
patriotism the brothery feelings heart did
during the struggle for freedom Incendiares, ana-
regonists and unpnciped politicians alone endea
voring and widen breach between the two
grand divisions Of country. know that the brave,
intelligent and hardy sons the enlightened vuous spghy
daughters OF my cherished native green Mountains
and the white granite hills, would knowingly, wifuy
and maciousy misrepresent Institutions do you OF
the South unprovoked injury speak Of them a mass,
and do from personal knowledge and from the purest
motives Of good ALL and do most deyouty desire and
pray that andoe this fatal deadly poison the
South and the North may shake hands and henceforth
know each other better With foefahers there
no North. South. Twas nation and one people
having but great interest," and that the acquisition and
OF Freedom. Did Adams and |
your Jefferson Hancock and your eOuHty-raGn
Richard Henry Lee. OTIS and your Henry stand shout
der shoulder the hckest Of the fight the great
teectua battles for reform and redress Of wrongs Abo-
lton, Disunon, away away People Of the North, peo-
pie OF the South, citizens OF this republic whole
Let MIN hereafter be treated traitor who openly
sentiments hostile the pepetuiy Of this vital principle Of
our national existence Union! Union
While addressing himself the Corps the orator re-
cited brief but happy euogum TO the memory Of those
distinguished personages who natives Of Wesmore
only Of the survivors of the Revolution From
the unexpected aud touching manner in which the latter
tment introduced the thrill Of enthusiasm through the
audience electric, and thunders OF applause
followed while the nged wept with those who wept
in sympathy The closing remarks follows:
Gentlemen. Officers and privates Of the Corps, you
Americans, Vrgnians, the countrymen and cOunymen Of
Washington, Monroe, and Richard Henry Lee, who
have shed the brightest ustre only upon their
country but the world in in the Cabinet and in learn
ing and professional talents. Gentlemen indulge the fond
hope that exalted destiny awaits you coming time
and with their memories cherish their virtues and while
admire endcavor initiate and while you reflect that
here the cradle rocked the infant Champion Of Liberty
and the rights Of man. that here the gallant Mon
fohiu honest and fearless first drew the breath Of
isence and passed his iufantle and juvenile years
will also remember that yet there whose history has
been written, except in the hearts Of those who know
him best and love him most whose benefacions the
needy raernal love and example, kindness domescs aud
prOverba whose strict honesty and integrity
known In all things, and whom for his virtues ca.
has permitted enjoy health, wealth and happiness
old age behold this day. and though his locks
frosted by the vicstudes Of nney-seven winters, he
this day. his children his chdrens children his
neighbours, his whole country free and happy. said his
history has not been written but you in the venerable
form reclining, there (pointing Mr. Deaey) the soldier
Of the Revolution Of the last who boars that sacred
and who this day graces festival and honors
and haows the occasion. In health In happiness may he
for very many years. this anniversary hear the echo
Of the morning Of Freedom booming through the ar
harvest fields oden with the uXures Of abun
dance In this Itnlion cline Of America.