The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1845-02-15
PROGRESS OF THE PRESIDENT ELECT TO
WASHINGTON.
Curious Incidents of Travel.


Maryland. 1t will be perceived that the Presl-
dent is now probably in Washington, having most
likely arrived there Thursday evening at O'Clock.
Now will begin the interest OF the new admin
istratlon, Tomorrow wewil begin our most inn
portant disclosures and views of the new admin
istration.
UNION Town, FAYErrE Co., PENN.
February III, 1916
EDITOR NEW YORK HERALD
This morning, just after breakfast, a large crowd
gathered about the Hotel in Washington. Among
them was an old revolutionary soldier of '76 He,
with great numbers of others pressed forward to
see the President. The Head of the female Sc
minary appeared, and announced that the young
ladies' were soon to arrive IN procession, Tor the
purpose OF being introduced to Mrs. Polk and the
President. They soon after made their appearance
to the number of near lOO entered the Mansion
House, went up one pair OF stairs, and were con-
Quoted into parlour where they were severaly
introduced, and then departed in the same order
in which they had entered. There were many
beautiful girls among them. l looked at the young
and gallant Tennes the young ladies in pro-
cesslon went by them. They looked on with deep
interest and seemed to breathe hard.
should have mentioned that the President on
reaching Washington yesterday, was addressed by
leading man OF the town, Dr. somebody, and
was responded to by him. But amidst the immense
confusion and difficulty, in looking after luggage,
was said.
To understand the matter, l wish to put right, it
may be well TO state, that there are two companies
engaged In running stage coaches the National
Road between Cumberland and Wheeling. lst-
The Good Intent Line" owned by parties who
are all wings 2nd-" The National Road Line"
Owned BY Moore Falls Esq Dr. Kennedy, and two
strongest kind of democrats and they are the per-
sons who engaged with others in getting up "the
President. the coach in which the President is
now travelling, accompanied in the same by Mr..
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vorable to Mr.. Clay's election, who proposed 10
have Henry Clay's name. and likeness painted on
it. Finding it an expensive concern, he proposed
however refused to purchase it., if Mr. Clay's
name appeared on it. A compromise was effected
last August, by which It was agreed the new coach
should be called ''The President" They had Two
others built at the same time, one called the "Gra-
mite State," which is the coach which travels from
Wheeling to Cumberland, next to that of the
president" The third went over to Wheeling.
coach in the train, in its place, is called the Co.
lumbus. All these new coaches, were built at
Concord, New Hampshire They are highly
ccredltabe, specimens of superior workmanship,
praise for the superior style in which they keep up
their splendid line of coaches. Their teams are
good. their drivers sober, industrious, and civil.
They also deserve much credit, for the liberal and
genteel manner in which they have prepared for
Transporting the Presidentand his friends acrossthe
mountains, at this Indictment season of the year.
Leaving Washington, the President was escorted
out OF town by a large company of mounted horse
men. He rode in an open barouche, drawn by four
horses, which went IN front. Some gentlemen of
the town Cor committee) rode beside him. At
two miles distance, he changed from the barouchc
to his own coach. The President here took leave
of all the Washington people, except Mr.. Hays of
the Mansion House, who has continued in his own
Carriage to this town.
At Hillsboro, the President shook hands with a
large number of people, and then proceeded to
Brownsville, on the Monongahea River. All the
people who live on the National Road state that the
| anxiety to see Col Polk by the inhabitants. is un-
paraeled Both wings and democrats, line the
road and I'LL the towns, to get sight Of him, or to
shake hands with him. All seem anxious 10 find
out what sort of a looking man he is.
Just before we reached Brownsville, we were
Joined by company OF horsemen, who escorted
as neeGBa y the nt pg cahon Stationed on
high hill above it. The whole party drew up III
front of the American Hotel, a large concourse
of people assembling before it, composed princi-
pally OF the farmers Of the surrounding country !.
The President was received by Mr.. Dawson. of
Bro wnsvile, who, believe, was one of the vice
presidents of the Baltimore Convention. Mr.. D.
welcomed him in the name of the citizens Of Fay
cite county, and In the presence of the intelligent
people there assembled. He alluded very happily
to the democracy Of the keystone State, always as
true as the needle to the pole, never having varied
but once for long period Of years. in her verdict
in favor OF democracy "Your past life, sir" con.
waverng adherence to democratic principles
We found in ysu, sir, the man whom we be
lleved represented our principles and, if elected,
would not fauiter IN carrying them out in the ad-
| mlnistration of the government. We cordially con-
graduate you and the democratic party on the
glorious triumph which has crowned tho success
| OF our principles, and made you the chief magis-
Welcome, sir, to the old keystone State of the
federal arch, welcome to old Fayette, and well
come to Brownsville" This speech was admira-
BILE as to matter, and admirable in the manner Of
itcd Tho do a hr,o md
happy reply He said, he was rejoiced at, and felt
deeply grateful for the warm and cordial reception
he had met with, and returned his sincere thanks
to MID for the hattering manner in which he had
introduced him to the citizens OF Fayette county
Sir" said the President, de not receive this
cordial welcome and cheerful greeting, as rendered
to myself but rather 10 the principles represent,
and to the high and responsible Office which have,
under Divine Providence, been called to fill. II
will not be expected of me to discuss measures or
principles, during my bret stay among you. can
political opponents. To differ in opinion is the
| right of all. We all belong to one country, and
are equally interested in Its high destiny, future
glory, and honor. He was happy to meet them,
each individual present." This speech was warm
ly applauded. He was then introduced to great
many people, soon after which we sat down to an
i excellent dinner.
At2P. M we left Brownsville for Uniontown,
distance twelve miles. Mr.. Dawson accompanied
the President, riding next to him, in the process.
| sion, in his own Carriage; Mr. Hays, and large
number of horsemen also escorted the President
for several miles.
5P. NJ February IL.
Grand Farmers Reception of the Presdent.elect in
Uniontoicn, Pa. "A Tremendous Excitement
among the People to see the President by all
ramksof the People and By all Parties.
The truth is, the wings are as anxious to see the
man who has thrashed their great champion-their
Magnus Apollo, or Jupiter Tonans, as the demo-
Gratis, who nominated and elected him. Con-
sequenty there ia universal rush Of all ages
sexes and conditions to see Governor Pok-the
like OF which, is unparalleled in the history of our
country. BY the time we were within few miles
of Union town, we found ourselves followed by
| an escort of about 500 men, mounted on horse.
back, nearly all whom were farmers. This is the
first place where the farmers have had much of a
chance to turn out 1t Is this class who decided
the Presidential contest in 1S44, and they will dc
the same thing probably in I84s. Their numbers
and votes IN this republic have always been large