Weekly national intelligencer., 1848-07-22
GEN. S0orf-AND LOUISIANA.


last The Legislature of LOUISIANA, some time
ago, as testimonial in appreciation of the Generals
brilliant services in Mexico, directed splendid
sword to be presented to him in the name OF the
People of that patriotic State The presentation,
we believe, was designed to take place at New Or
leans, on Gen. ScoTT's return from Mexico; but,
as he took passage from Vera Cruz direct for New
Jersey, this intention could not be fulfilled. Gov.
JOHNSON, therefore, in order to carry out the liberal
and high-minded views Of the People Of his State,
charged two members Of his military Stah-Col.
STEWART and Col. WMTHRop-with the agreea-
BILE duty of presenting TO Gen. ScoTT, at his quar-
ters in this city, this valuable token OF their regard
for his distinguished public services.
In the presence of few friends OF the parties,
this ceremony took place last Saturday, on which
occasion Col. STEWART addressed the veteran
General as follows:
GENERAL Scorr My colleague, Colonel Winthrop, and
myself have been charged by the Governor of Louisiana to
deliver to you this sword and this letter.
The sword is PRESENTED by the People Of the State Of
Louisiana to Gen. WINFIELD ScorT, for his galanty and
generalshp exhibited the siege Of VERA CRuz, in the bat
ties of CERRo GoRDo, CoSTREaAs CHuRUBusco, MoLISo
DEL REY CHAruLTErKc and his final entry into the city
| of MEXICO"
The letter Of the Governor Of Louisiana is as follows
4 ExEcuTIvE OFFICE,
New ORLEASs, JUNE 81, lS4e.
Sin In accordance with your request the sword voted to
YOU by Legislature of the State of Louisiana will be pre-
sened Washington. On this agreeable duty, have
designated from nv staff my friends Coones Winthrop and
Stewart who in laudable spirit have kindly consented
represent my wishes the occasion.
In addition this proof Of grateful appreciation for distn
guhed services rendered by at the siege Of Vera Cruz
and the battle of Ceo Godo the people of this State anc
paed with no ordinary emotion the proud privilege of test
flying you in person the high sense they entertain OF the
consummate skill and mastery conduct which, covering our
arms with undyng glory, have identified forever with the
brightest page Of American history the fame Of the brilliant
conquess achieved under your eye and command in the val
ley Of Mexico But disappointed by circumstances the force
of which admitted they still cherish lively hope that at
distant future they will be afforded an opportunity of
canceng in degree this reserved debt Of gratitude which
in their behalf am, this time, only permitted to acknow
edge.
With sincere wishes for your health and happiness am
General with profound respect your most obedleni servant
/ Maj Gen. WINFIELD ScorT, Washington.
Permit us add General that the people Of Louisiana have
been nsensbe could be nsenb to the great services
you country Apubc thanks
the part Legislature the State expressive of the uni
versa feeling the people, has already been communicated to
you. This sword which inscribed the words-gor
well memorable from association and in sentiment
MExrco Cara and this letter which deliver,
additional though slight testimonials the part Of the people
and authorities OF the State of their admiration for who
planned and conducted that splendid series Of in
the march Mexico the reference which exctes and
must forever excite deep and thrilling sensation Of exua-
ton and gratitude in every American heart.
This agreeable mission is performed by my colleague and
myself through circumstances alone. The duty would have
been appropriately, well satisfactorily
i nils hv
turning General your native land the your
glory you had stood upon the soil of Louisiana the midst
of people who have always felt the keenes sympathy for
those who have gone forth fight the battles of their country
foreign ground vindcaon of its honor and its ine
people who would have extended you enhusi-
asic welcome and with whom you would have hon
ored public guest.
i To this address Gen. ScoTT made the subloined
brief and appropriate reply
CoIoSEL In accepting from your hands this beautiful
sword rendered by the people Of Louisiana cannot fail
express my sensby Of the kind in which you
peaced the presentation Of the letter of the Governor
Louisiana which you have had the goodness to
would fail to express you my thanks for the trouble
you have taken seeking me, my sick room to pre-
testimonial from the people of Louisiana which could
not fail to bring JOY to the heart Of soldier
Sir yet hope to visit Louisiana and bear with me this
sword, which her patriotic citizens may be assured will
be drawn but in defence Of my country.
Nothing could have afforded pleasure than to have
landed from Mexico the soil Of Louisiana There can
number many personal acquantances and friends
among whom with pleasure the Governor of your
State.
But my principal regret that circumstances did not allow
me upon leaving Mexico visit Louisiana and its capital
arises from the glorious feeling displayed by that patriotic
people, in every stage Of the war, towards my comrades
in arms.
II the United States had deputed Louisiana to discharge
the hospaties Of the whole nation, the and
generous conduct which she has already displayed could
have been surpassed She has relieved Sick comfoed
our wounded extended the right hand Of fellowship all
and when the part Of the good Samaritan needed
showered down honors and distinctions which will always
endear her to the soldiers Of Mexico
again thank you, Colonel for the trouble you have taken
my BEHALF and feel honored by the zeal and kindness you
displayed the discharge Of your mission and par
culary grud receive through your hands honored
testimonial from the people Of Louisiana.
The meeting was altogether very pleasant and
agreeable one. Among the distinguished officers
and gentlemen present at the ceremony were the
Hon. Washington Hunt, Hon. T. II. Bayly, Hon.
c. M. Conrad, Gen. Gibson, Gen. r. Jones, Ma
jor Turnbull, Major Scott, A. ID. c., Capt. Swift,
{ Capt Shiras, Capt Townsend. and Capt. VIII.