The daily Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1841-1845, 1845-02-14
RRcRprioN OF THE PRESIDENT
ELECT.

Yesterday afternoon, il was announced here by
the telegraph. The firing Of cannon on Capt.
tol Hill, in accordance with previous arrange
ments, proclaimed aloud the intelligence TO our
citizens, and soon the music OF the drum and
| fife was heard in our streets, accompanying the
several Democrats Associations ON their way
10 the depot. Large crowds thronged the avenue
| long before seven o'clock, and the prominent
places were pre- occupied by persons, who, like
Zaccheus OF old. in the tree, were anxious to
see all that was TO uanspire AS soon as the
whistle from the cars, at half past seven, gave
notice of his near approach, and the sparks OF
the locomotive confirmed il, the cannon was
again brought into requisitiou, AID caused TO
continue its laundering long after the impatient
masses had expressed, by loud huzzas, their
heartfelt proifers Of welcome. The way lead
ing TO the cars was densely crowded-wedged
with human bengs-to such an extent that the
few ladies thus inconveniently circumscribed,
were glad to make their retreat; and every one,
Democrat and Wing, was alike anxious TO see
the man whom the People, by elevating TO the
Presidential chair, had so highly honored.-
| " He's come p-" there he is!"-" look, look "
and similar expressions, were audible in every
direction. A rush was made TO the car which
contained the President elect. Few, however,
were so fortunate as TO be Immediately gratihed.
| His family were placed in hack and conveyed
| TO their lodgings, and Mr.. Polk, with the Com
| mittee of Reception, withdrew to the ladies'
1 IF, a. off fha las
and exchange Of ciyilites usually observed on
similar occasions
MIR. ID. RADCLIFFE, on the part OF the committee,
said that he happy TO be the instrument and or
gan of the Democratic Associations, and of the Peo-
ple to welcome to the city the President elect Of the
United states-thrics happy in welcoming the cham
pion of the Democratic party elevated to the highest
station in the world. The voice Of the Democracy
Of the District of Columbia though not heard through
the baIlot-boxes, had he humbly trusted Ibeen audi
bly, heard throughout the Republic and particularly
in the jealous, untring efforts which characterized
those who were more fayorably situated with regard
TO suffrage, they had contributed, to the utmos, Of
their power, in the elevation Of Chief Magistrate
entertaining the doctrines which they fondly che
rished and proud indeed were they in achieving so
glorious a victory and noble triumph. The Peo-
pie of the District though now hailing him as their
President, at the same time recognised in him an old
acquaintance, as one who had long resided in their
midst. Therefore, without embarrassment, they felt
| they could approach him as friend. In him were
centred the high hopes of the country, the deposi
tory of its best interests and he earnestly hoped tina,
nothing would interpose TO prevent a peaceful and
successful career, that would result 10 the welfare
and happiness of the Union.
Mr.. RADCLIFFE, having concluded his ad-
dress .-.'
The PRESIDENT in substance, replied: that he was
pleased to recognise in Mr. Radcliffe the organ of the
Democratic Associations and of citizens of the Dis
trict of Columbia. OF their zeal, and patriotism
and fidelity, he bad already heard but too much
could not be said of their untriDg efforts in the
which, under the blessings Of Providence, had again
triumphed; and he should rejoice it, by bis elevation
to the Chief Magistracy had been expressed, il
should result benefcially to the nation. In coming
| to Washington, he reunited himself in association
with old friends and acquaintance, and most happy
should he be to take them again by the hand, and
partake of the hospitality the kindness and courtesy
which had repeatedly, on former occasions, been
extended to him ; and nothing would afford hin
more pleasure than to be the humble instrument Of
contributing to their prosperity and happiness.
The Committee Of Reception then left the
room in company with the President elect
when the Marine Band struck up the inspiring
strains of "Hail to the Chief"
| rrbo DrosiJont olo,t With soyarol a..
proceeded to his rooms at Coleman's Hotel, be-
fore which, and within, crowds were in attend
ance. We know not how it occurred, but Mr..
Polk reached his lodgings before many were
aware that he had even left the depot, although
he actually passed between the lines which
were formed.
When the music before the hotel ceased, q
window was thrown up, and there appeared in
full view the President elect himself, uncovered
(--the star-spangled banner nearby waving its
ample folds.) The Hon. w. II. Hammett in
troduced him to the People, and said that the
President elect was too much indisposed, from
fatigue of travel, to address them, but he woult
be happy to see his friends day or tomorrow
One huzza, and another, and third wen
up-and in few moments the populace dis
persed to their homes.
So the President elect is in the city, and thu
excitement attending his arrival is over
The following is from the Baltimore Sun of thi.
morning, viz:
President Polk on his way to Washirgton.-Befor,
our readers shall have rendered their breakfast pal
atabe by the perusal Of the Sun, President Polk will
have slept one night in Washington, provided tina
" tired natures sweet resorer will but condescent
to visit his eyeds 1t may be that the spirit Of Office
seeking will prevent this somnolent consummaton
which ought to follow upon the termination of hi
journey to the Metropolis but shall find ourselve,
somewhat mistaken ii it does. He does not appea,
to be man likely to be perplexed in the extreme
on any account. Self possession appears to be
prominent trait in his character and he will there
fore enjoy inward peace and pacditY Of mind whils