Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1845-02-21

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From the Madisonian, of Feb Il.
Reception of the President Elect.
When the President Eject reached the Re-
lay House, about thirty miles from Washing
ton, yesterday afternoon. 1t was announced
here by the telegraph. The firing of cam
non on Capitol Hill. in accordance with pre-
vious arrangements, proclaimed aloud the in
telligence TO our citizens, and soon the music
of the drum and fife was heard in our streets,
accompanying the several Democratic Asso-
Citations their way to the depot. Large
crowds thronged the avenue long before sew
en- 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 transpire. AS soon as the whistle
from the cars, at haIt-past seven, gave notice
Of his near approach, and the sparks of the To-
connective confirmed it, the cannon was again
brought into reQuisitlon, and caused to contin-
ue its laundering long after the impatient mas
SEES had expressed, by lond huZzas, their
heartfelt prolters of welcome. The way lead
ing to the cars was densel y crowded-wedg-
ed with human belngs-to such an extent,
that the few ladies thus inconveniently cir.
cuInscribed were glad to make their retreat;
and every one, Democrat and Wing, was alike
anxious to see the man whom the People, by
elevatng TO the Presidential chair, had SO
highly honored. "He's come!''-''there he
is!''-''look, look" similar expressions,
were audible in every direction. rush was
made to the car which contained he Presi-
dent elect. Few, however, were so fortunate
as to be Immediately gratifed. His family
were placed in hack and conveyed to their
lodgings, and MIR. Polk, with the Committee
of Reception, withdrew to the ladies' room of
the car office, where, after the formulas and
exchange Of civilities usually observed on ST.
mIlar occasions
MIR. d. Radcliffe, on the part of the Com
mittee, said that he was happy to be the in
strument and organ of the Democratic Associ-
atlons, and Of the People, TO welcome 10 the
City the President Elect of the United States
thrice happy in welcoming the champion of
the Democratic Party, elevated TO the highest
station in the world. The voice of the Dem
ocracy of the District Of Columbia, though
not heard through the ballot boxes, had, he
humbly trusted, been audibly heard through
out the Republic; and particularly in the zeal
Gus, untiring efforts which characterized those
who were more favorabIy situated with regard
to suffrage: they had contributed, TO the ut
most Of their power, in the elevation of
Chief Magistrate entertaining the doctrines
which they fondly cherished; and proud, in
deed, We're they in achieving so glorious VIC
tory and so noble triumph. The People of
the District, though now hallng him as their
President, at the same time recognised IN him
an old acquaintance, as one who had long re-
sided in their midst. Therefore, without en-
barrassment, they felt they could approach
him as friend. In him were centered the
high hopes of the country, as the depository OF
its best interests; and he earnestly hoped that
nothing would interpose to prevent peaceful
and successful career, that would result to the
welfare and happiness of the Union.
Mr.. Radcliffe having concluded his address,
The President, in substance replied {" that
he was pleased to recognize in Mr.. Radcliffe
the organ of the Democratic Associations and
of citizens of the District of Columbia
Of their zeal, and patriotism, and fidelity, he
| had readyheard but too much could not be said
of their untiring effort in the cause, which, un-
| der the blessings of Prov idence, had again
triumphed; and he should rejoice, if, by his ele-
vaton to the Chief Maglstracy, as had been
expressed, it should result benefcially to the
nation. In coming to Washington, he re-uni-
| ted himselfin 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 so repeatedly, on former occasions,
been extended to him; and nothing would af-
ford him 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 inspr-
ing strains of g Hail to the Chief.''
The President elect, with several friends.
proceeded to his rooms at Coleman's Hotel,
before which, and within, crowds were in at
tendance. We know not how it occurred,
but Mr.. Polk reached his lodgings before ma
ny 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, a
window was thrown up, and there appeared
in full view the President elect himself, un.
covercd-(he star-spangled banner near by
waving its ample foIds.) The Hon W. H
Hammett introduce him TO the People, and
said that the President elect was TOO much
indisposed, from fatigue Of travel, to address
them, but he would be happy to see his friends
to-day or Tomorrow.
One huzza, and another, and a third, went
up-and in few minutes the populace dis
persed to their homes.
So the President elect is in the city, ane
the excitement attending his arrival is over.
Texas.
The Washington Constitution make
the following announcement:
inflammation has been received in thi
city from Texas, from such source as Il
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