The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1848-02-10
ALBANY, Feb. 8, lS48.

The ladies and gentlemen OF the ancient
town of Albany, have got into curious die
pute about the famous volunteer general who
has lust returned from Mexico. In their efforts
to show him great many civiities, and to max g
him a sort of lion, they have been treading upon
each others toes, and pulling each others hair;
they have, therefore, got very angry at each
other, and the consequence is, that several funny
6msutes have occurred among the young bloods
and the milk-and-wa abide. camps. This
system Of lionizing persons who have dlstin-
guished themselves in the military, or in the
literary world, is all well enough. but il should
be done decently; and, in doing i, those who
are striving. to ingratiate themselves with the
lion, should be careful not to ostIe each other In
the struggle; if they do, it often happens that
they make very ridiculous appearance:
Since the entrfe Of Major General Quitman
into this place, last evening, every attention has
been shown him by the Legislature, and the
authorities of the city. The reception, which
was arranged and managed by Major General
man, and, without doubt, very gratifying to the
distinguished guest sThe entire arrangements,
from the Decentralization OF General Quitman
Including the escort, the torch lights, and the
amln,ted dbulid.nsswsTe on the whole. Ssry
the affair was managed 10 to be attributed to the
energy of General Cooper, who consented, in the
kindest manner, to perform this service. The
reception last evening, Of which gave hurried
different kind, this morning. At half-past IL
O'Clock sMaior General Quitman, accompanied
by Messrs Pruyn and Tamblin, of the Legislative
senators received him standing. Immediately
after his introduction to the Senate by Mr.. Tam
bin, the president addressed him as follows:
GENERAL-The Legislature Of New York, appreciat-
ing the distinguished services rendered to country
by yourself and your gallant associates Of the American
army in Mexico, extends to you most cordial well
Of opinion may exist in regard to the origin the
objects Of the war which country unhappily is
engaged the people OF our State reserve their
for these who may have involved their country In the
cslamires of war; but to the gallant army which has
noby carried victorious eagles through incredible
bers and has planted triumph every
they have given their whole heart their en-
which grows into amusement at the brilancy Of its
achievements the progress Of that gor army whose
wspsnned movements mark At every step the master
and the patriotism Of his associates and his And
they happy to recognise those who have the
honor upon their country, native Of our own State
though q more southern cline may'call you hers by
by birth She is proud Of your success on the battle
field, and she gores In your quiet, though not less
distinguished efforts in civic pursuits Therefore
the of this body | welcome you here, and intro
duce you tbs sen stors Of the State Of New York
Inc general, after making several military
Mr.. MISUNDERSTANDING in tho presence Of the
consorpt fathers Of. my native State, can only
cent for having discharged that duty which,
an American citizen and son or New York. must be
expected Of svery one thank YOU Sir and the men,
proud to cherish its recollection In memory 90 long
as live
The general, after having occupied seat near
the president for a few moments, left the Senate
with view to visit the lower House. Upon his
entrance into the assembly chamber, which was
completely filled in every part, the Speaker rose
and welcomed him as follows:-
GEN. QuIrMAN;-Itis with equal pride and pleasure
we welcome you to the capitol Of your naive State
New York delights to honor those who henor their
tuction you have won At your oountrys call you left
the peace fo avocatous Of chosen professionand In
state Of your adoption and hsstsnsd to the nsid Of
strife In succession Of brilliant achievements, you
is s
danger threatens or occasion calls she has tower Of
strength equal to and every emergency That this
ment from British thralaom, abounds In heroes and in
statesmen. That. in time Of peace prepared for
into or our into
Of Amid the trials and hardships Of campaign,
you have cheered by the that your
vices literally appreciated by yeur countrymen ut
home Whatever differences Of opinion have existed
to the consequences Of this unhappy all
have united and Wed with each other In honoring the
devotion OF citizen soldiers One universal burst of
admiration has followed the announcement of each
cessve victory from Pao Alto to the capital Of the Mon
How great her love Of peace averon
to hostile aggression New York has shown unalterabe
tachment her gallant Besides yourself sir whom
she claims as her by birthrght,) she has Woel
Worth, Duncan, and host Of volunteers, who won
imm rial honors in these recent conflicts and whose
turn she fain would welcome she Welcomes you,
with the paudt of well DONE good and faithful ser
want" Your deeds will live with the annals Of the
State and will be the emulation Of her future 1t
has been your fortune Sir to mngle In the thickest
fight in each successive conflict from Vera Cruz to
first plant the stars and stripes the cita
del OF Chnputepeo and, finally to lead the In the
assault and conquest of the imperial city. You have
Witnessed within the short space Of years the pros
Ss M e.
yinces May yet live to the restoration Of no.
norsbs peace and the there in
dependent, free, republican government. And your
brave companions in arms, may they, too soon find
welcome TO their native homes aud may the hearth
and home made desoste the be cheered
again with Of peace No eulogy Of mine sir,
caa enhance the public appreciation Of your worth
soldier a citizen or man In the name Of the repre-
felt welcome to your native State
This beautiful address, which was delivered
by the accomplished speaker with unusual ener-
gy and eloquence, was, at its conclusion warmly
applauded by the immense audience, among
whom were observed two mourning sisters of
the gallant and lamented Captain Van Oliuda, of
this city, who recently fell IN Mexico. The re-
ply OF the general to the speakers address, was
very prolonged it was easy to see that his en-
barrassment was great in the presence of the fair
daughters OF Albany, who had gathered there to
look their gratitude to him; but in the presence
OF an enemy, doubt if the general would feel
much embarrassed. Annexed ia the Argus re.
port Of his remarks -
He said that he felt overpowered with emotion under
such reception by the of the people of
his native Ssatea reception 90 far beyond the humble
claims no might have to public attention | come
among you ssid he) for greeting and
rtill more upprepaed to make suitable response to
your remarks, Mr. Speaker Sir would not be an ap.
propIilte time for me TO enter fully upon matters to
which you have alluded touching the gallant conduct
OF the American army in the fields and fastr eeee of
Mexico But Is appropriate time ever is an ap-
propriate time among Americans having one common
matter what their differences OF political cpiuion-t is
appropriate time for soldier who has been engaged
in common with the rank and file of the army In sus-
tanning the national honor the field, to mingle his
congratulations with those of his fellow countrymen on
common topics Of mutual interest and sympathy.
TO the kind exnreaaona In addreaa To Gnaak Of