The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1847-11-08

The third regiment Of Tennessee Voluntcers-Pre-
scntstion OF the Flag.Thcir departure for the
The following patriotic sentiments of minister of the
Gospel-Rev. C. D. Elliott, of Nashville, Tennessee
delivered the occasion Of the presentation of
flag by the ladies OF Nashville to the third regiment of
Tennessee infantry, commanded by Col Cheatham. We
repubsh the scene, from the Nashville Union.
Mr. Elliott, upon being loudly called for, spoke fol-
lows-he words of patriot and good man, as we know
him to be-
How American look upon this and
ut? Before brave men, ready and willing to dare
anythng-to diefor the honor of their country. Around
the fair daughters of Tennessee, with their smiles
and benedcons to cheer and bless their noble
trynen. Thus it should be and while it is thus,
try but remain free, prosperous, and happy will
make you rcmarkI make it minister of the
gon of your country Whatever else the future historian
may write in regard to this he will certainly wrte in
with it, Of the brightest pages written in
history in the history of any nation enlightened by the
1t will be s before each battle we have said to
impac able foe s'give us peace in the of VIC
tory before the echo OF our cannons died away, the
same" give peace" No doubts but that this offer
has been made in sincerity. This is seeking peace and
pursuing it, and hence is fulfilling the command of God;
and my faith is, that individua-no naon-obeyng the
commands OF God, fail of glorious in the end
We enreat you ALL when far away in hostile coiln
try respect for the precepts and commands of
our holy religion From many consecrated home and
pous ministers, will ascend daily ardent prayers
that God may protect and bless you all.
And now conclusion, minister Of the religion
of your country with heart free the deed and full of its
solemn import do invoke the blessing of the God Of
Washington upon YOU Coonel-upon you all Should any
fall may he rely on the great Redeemer to and
if his will may you all be restored to your happy homes
and loving friends and families
The Nashville Union says;
The whole upon the square was profoundly IN
teesting and deep Of its solemniy pervaded the
large crowd that had assembled to witness it, The mos
tened eye od in eloquent language the deep feeling
of the occasion The flag handed to Capt Brad
flutes company, and it will be sacredly guarded.
the river witness the painful yet interesting spectacle of
their embarkaton and final departure. Feelings of
ficting emotions depicted upon every
Fathers and mothers, sisters and brothers, there
look the last time, perhaps upon loved endsand yet
feeling of pride that they had such friends to uphold and
defend the honor and rights of their country most
prominent in the assembly. They leh the wharf amid
cheers loud huzzas and waving of handkerchef in
which the gallant band enthusiastically participated The
ofths noble regiment will be watched with the
veest interest by every citizen of Tennessee wherever
they may be Called aud whatever may be their forunc the
blessings and best wishes of their friends will attend them
with the seriousness that the fame and honor OF the State
are ntrusted to safe hands