The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1850-02-23


Arrival OF tho President.
Yesterday, theresident of the United States left
Washington forlhis city, in the Potomac steam
boat, and, upon driving at Aqua creek, was met
by the joint Compittee of Reception appointed by
the two Houses 4 the Legislature. AT that point
the President AMI his suite. and the committee, par
took OF fine coAtion, prepared by the committee;
they then took special train, by which they ar
rived about 4, pIm., at the depot in Richmond,
where the mitay, consisting of the corps of Cadets
from the institute the several volunteer companies
OF the city and Ne Public Guard, together with a
large crowd OF clizens, were in waiting
The archaeological from the cars amidst en-
thuslastic cheerd and took his seat in open ba-
rouche, drawn Y four beautiful bay horses. pro-
cesson was then formed, the Cadets taking their
position in 'front.' the President; carriages with the
gentlemen Altering him followed the barouche in
which he rode, nd then came the Public Guard
and the volunteers. The President was thus con-
Quoted from thdlepot 10 Grace street, and thence
by Capitol street through the northern gate Of the
Capitol Square the eastern front Of the capitol.
There he left thj barouohe and was conducted into
the Hall of the House of Delegates. The President
was introduced by Mr.. Syme, the chairman of the
committee, TO Mr.. Speaker Hopkins, who rose and
thus addressed him
"Mr. President: In other nations, less free and
enlightened than ,urs, kings and potentates re-
ceive the admiration OF the multitudes through
which they pass, MT as a token of respect for their
moral principles and their virtues, a willing
tribute OF appreciation and praise for their deeds Of
wisdom and patritism, but under the influence of
commissions Of sufenle posoer BY the grace Of God
and are OF 'diuin right entitled to the obedience
and homage of Their subjects, How different, how
widely different the state Of political affairs in
our ; own free and happy country; You: sir, with
with that evergreen wreath which decorates your
veteran brow; you sir, and !, and all the peoples
representatives hee assembled, are but public
pants, while the popular multitudes which, in part,
now throngs this iall and crowds these galleries,
arc our Legitimate p0uersigns whose appreciation is
the richest reward we can receive, and whose
frowns of displesSure would be, TO you, sir, am
sure, far more terrible than Santa Anna with all
his legions ut Bueaa Vista.
"To your persn, Mr. President, is developed
another advantage derived from our free institu-
tions, worthy Of hll praise, and in value beyond
all price II Is, si, that personal merit and pure
patriotism may elevate an unpretending man from
very humble position in the public service origi-
nally, TO the most exalted post Of honor and dis
tinction knowpto the civilized world. For forty
years you serysd your country in the camp and the
tented field; bit It not until the commence
ment of the hte Mexican war that the field of
bloody strife aid dreadful carnage opened to your
view and put b requisition your capacity for the
highest effortSof human courage, and the exhibit
tion of the rf order Of military skill and talents.
In the hero ofPalo Alto, Resaca de la Palma, Mon
terey, and B4;na Vista, we now behold the citizen
President receiving the enthusiastic honors of his
countrymen = the capital of his native State. In
the name andby the command of the House of Del
egates, salite you, and tender to you a well
come-a heaty welcome into this Legislative hall"
President T4yLoR, with visible emotion, respond
ed very nearR as follows
Mr. SpEAxER / have not words to express my
feelings for to- high honor done me by my native
State. The iSnor bestowed by the people and their
representative here assembled have filled my heart
TO overfowint, and driven from my mind the
pressions Of gratitude which would have ex-
pressed. Ihemanner you have alluded to my mil
itary service y most fattcring and most crafty
ing; but the thief honor is due to the patriotic vol
unteers and ssldiers who under my command.
The thanks OF the country due to them for their
brilliant victories, ] had the honor only to lead
those volunteers and men whose gallant conduct
was so signaly successful.
81 did not expect to be honored as have been
on this occasbn, and my humble services do not
merit such distinction. My services shall be in fu-
ture devoted TO my country, as they have been
through my hfe. IL cannot be expected that one
whose time ms been occupied in serving in camps
and in the hdd should be able, without reflection,
to address suth an enlightened and wise assembly
as this. But can, and do, from the bottom of my
monweath, and TO its representatives, my sincere
thanks for the high honor done me on this occa-
sion."
The President and suite attended brilliant en-
tertainment a. the Governors mansion last eve-
ming.
The Presdelt's suite consists of the following
gentlemen Major Garnett Lieutenant Colonel
Eaton, Colonel Mitchell, Commodore Warrington,
Colonel 4. ID. Baker, and Mcssrs. J. s. Gallaher,
Chubb, and J. b. Clarke.
The Presidents reception in the city was sur
passingly brilliant and enthusiastic. Broad street.
from 7th TO 10th streets the arrival of the cars
presented one dense mass Of human beings, CON-
prising all ages, sexes, and conditions. like
scene presented itself on the public square. II
seemed ms though the entire population had been
concentrated into one dense mass. We are happy
to learn that, excepting slight accident TO Mr..
Armsworthy, at the depot ON Broad street, on the
arrival Of the cars, nothing occurred TO mar the
pleasure Of the occasion.
Mr. Townes then introduced Mr.. G. w. p. Gus.
tis OF Arlington the nearest surviving relative of
Washington, who replied in language of touching
interest. He stated that he had witnessed the lay
ing of the corner stone Of the first monument to
Washington, and felt proud Of the privilege he
would enjoy in being present at the ceremony Of
laying the ornerstonc Of the monument Virginia
about TO erect TO the memory of her great son.
House Of Delegates.
The ceremony over, the large crowd dispersed,
and the President escorted by the military TO
quarters prepared for him at the Exchange Hotel.
The Richmond Hing says We are requested
10 say that the President Of the United States and
suite. Governor Of Virginia and Council, and the
distinguished strangers visiting the city, have been
invited to attend the theatre this evening, Feb
ruary %"
From the Fredoieksbtrg Ne,cs, Of yesterday.
RECEPTION or GrSERAL TAyLoR.--A committee
Of the citizens Of fredericksburg waited upon Gen.
Taylor, at the wharf, at Aqua creek, on yester-
day, and invited him on the part Of the corporate
authorities to visit tnis place. He addressed by
the mayor, as chairman Of FIVE, and responded in
appropriate terms, acknowledging the compliment,
and promising visit Saturday Tomorrow. }
He will be here at u O'Clock and remain until 8.
Gen. Taylor will be entertained ut the Exchange,
where all the citizens who choose sec him.
His reception here most enthusiastic.
The WAsHrroTor EUTEnPEArs-The young