The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1850-11-07

hheFlcaHs that we can appear respectable. Others
may speculate, theorize, and go crazy, if they
please, in arguing TO the contrary" said Mr. Web
ster, "but say it is only as united people we
can ever be prosperous at home or respectable
abroad" He had always resisted the opponents of
the Union, and he should always continue TO do
He professed to know something of the sentiment
OF the people of this vast and beautiful country, and
he did not hesitate to declare it sentiment in favor
OF harmony. An institution, not of our creating,
must not disturb the harmony of these happy States
Crazy and mischievous men may attempt it; but
they will soon find their efforts restrained. The
people OF ths country the people ofone country,
said Mr.. Webster, and they anxious to preserve
the Union, " however bounded and washed by
whatever waters" Local strifes are temporary
the Union is perpetual o. speak with emphasis"
said he, " because l wish to give utterance to n
heart that knows no secret on the question of the
harmony Of the great family of States ! was born
TO the Union, and shall stand by it," The slav-
cry question New England can only interfere with
as meddler. She has more to do with il than
she has to do with the municipal government of a
city in the island of Cuba. But whatever course
others might pursue, Mr.. Webster declared that all
his efforts should hereafter-as in former days--be
in favor Of the Union. At the conclusion of the
speech, the whole compsny rose and gave three
Union.
Mr., SEAvER here remarked that among the hon
ored guests of this occasion, one gentleman
whom the merchants of Boston always delighted to
honor, whose interests that gentleman had always
defended. Mr.. Seaver gave toast
"7he Hon. Robert c. Winnpop-The able states
man, the eloquent debater, and the accomplished
gentleman"
Mr.. WINTHRop responded in speech of deep elo-
quence and great propriety. He complimented
the gallant young Sultan for his noble and gener-
Gus conduct towards the poor exiled Hungarians.
He has, said Mr.. Winthrop, by that conduct, en-
deared himself to the people of this country. The
speaker regarded the presence of the dsting
Turk as an omen of high moment; and he hoped
that Amin Bey would carry with him to his coun-
try impressions OF American enterprise, American
education, and American industry, worthy of be-
ing emulated and disseminated among the inhabi-
tants of his own country. Abiding to the Union,
Mr.. Winthrop said that he adopted heartily the
whole language of the distinguished man who had
preceded him.
Mr.. GEORGE P. UproN gave as toast-'The
health of the Represen tative of the Suffolk district
in Congress-fnithfu and true to his constituents;
and firm supporter of the Constitution and the
Union.''
Mr.. ELIOT replied briefly, but ably; and then gave
sentiment the o!lowing-"Perpetual amity
between the governments of Turkey and Ameri-
CAP This elected three cheers from the company.
sentiment complimentary to the diplomatic
corps of the United States, ''past and present."
brought out Mr.. Everett, who made a speech,
which, in force and neatness, was not surpassed by
any thing which that eloquent gentleman has ever
uttered. II was delivered with ease and grace,
and excited enthusiastic applause He praised the
Sultan for his kindness to Kossuth; and he spoke
Familiarity of Turkey as if she were neighbor-
ing State. Portions Of Mr.. Evcrett's address were
in the highest degree eloquent. He spoke of the
mission of Amin Bey; and concluded by giving
toast complimentary to his interpreter, J. p.
Brown, esq, and to Mr.. Marsh, minister at
Constantinople Mr. Brown responded thus
In the absence of my honored and respected
chief, Mr.. Marsh, who am would have been
happy to be here to- night, beg leave TO offer you
all, gentlemen, our united thanks for the honor
you have just conferred upon him and my humble
self. At no time since the commencement of our
friendly relations, by treaty, with the Ottoman
empire, has the legation and the American charac-
ter stood higher at Constantnople that il does
The character and the consideration which Mr..
Marsh enjoys In his own country was well known
TO the Ottoman Government before he reached it;
and his conduct and the of friendly feeling
pursued there by him since then has well sustained
that reputation. AS diplomatist and as a scholar
Mr.. Marsh enjoys, in eminent degree, the re-
spect and esteem OF the enlightened young Sultan
of Turkey, and of all his ministers. To his infu-
cnce am most happy to ascribe the pleasure which
feel now, II gives you this evening" to meet with
the first representative of the noble and gracious
and the most enlightened and merciful young
eregn of the Ottoman empire. Mr.. Marsh being
far distant from his own country, 1t will be no
small satisfaction for him TO learn that he not
forgotten at moment like this; and cannot
press how pleasant IL is to to this evidence
OF the existence Of what MIR. Marsh has so much
at heart, viz: an interest among the people Of the
United States in the welfare of the Sultan Of Tur-
key, and in his endeavors 10 improve his country
and people
81 have very great respect for the Sultan of the
Turkish empire, on account of his many excellent
qualities, and for his conduct to the unfortunate
christians Of other countries, and for the generous
patronage he has always shown TO my own coun-
trymen. The noble reception given TO his repre-
sentative by the American people will, | am
fdent, afford him very great satisfaction. 1t is
compliment well merited by the position which he
took during the past year, which has elevated him
80 highly in the estimation of all classes of the pco
pie of the United States. The attention ia highly
honorably 10 the Sultan and does honor equally 10
those who offer it,"
The Vice President here read the following let
ter:
80 Hon. b. SEAvER, I. b. Curtis, ]. IAsIoI, EDw.
LAMB, esqs., Committee of Arrangements:
Gerry Hall, Nov. 4, 1850.
"GENTLEMEN: Official engagements deny me
the privilege of accepting your kind invitation TO
meet your distinguished guest. During my en-
dcavors TO make him acquainted with our city and
its institutions, have formed very high opinion
OF his persona character, and OF his eminent fitness
for the mission entrusted 20 him by his ilustrious
sovereign-the seeking Of information which may
aid in the reformation and improvement of great
and interesting people. la reference to the noble
conduct of that monarch, on a recent occasion,
tender the accompanying sentiment; and am, very
respectfully, your obedient servant,
JOHN p. BIGELOW.
"The Ottoman Porie-It has noby indicated its
claim TO be called Sublime by its conduct toward
those who sought that shelter under the Ggs of the
Crescent, which was denied them under the banner
OF the Gross"
The " health Of the Hon Abbott Lawrence" hav.
ing been drank, and responded to by Hon. Samuel
Lawrence, Mr. Webster, Mr.. Winthrop, and Mr.
Everett, withdrew from the hall, II being quite late
Mr.. Degrand being called upon, delivered short
dissertation on railway matters, and then gave as
a toast
The Present Age-the age Of realization Of the
tabled wonders Of the Arabian Nights"
The lateness Of the hour to which the festivities
Of the evening were protrsctcd compels to close
our accounts here. Many other matters worthy of
record might be added in more detailed descrip-
ton That which we have Oiven however .n,