The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1851-10-10
THE REPUBLIC.
1ossuth.


patriot is shortly expected to land on our Shores
movements are beginning TO be made in our
large cities TO give him such a reception as his
high character, his enlarged patriotism, and his
sufferings in the cause of civil liberty entitle
him to. As it is often the case that empty
honors merely are bestowed upon those who
have deserved we'll Of their country and Of the
civilized world, it has been suggested in various
quarters that, besides public reception which
should do suitable honor TO this illustrious
Hungarian, fund should be raised for his bene-
fit, which would place him in easy circum-
stances for the balance of his days. To this
purpose, MIR. JOHN n. GENN, halter of the
city of New York, has generously proposed to
open subscription by one hundred persons of a
hundred thousand dollars, each person subscribing
a thousand, and offers himself to head the list
We subjoin his letter to the Mayor of New
York, and the reply of that functionary:
pa BROADWAY, New YoRK, Oct. 7, 1851.
My DEAN STA: 1t has occurred to me, in connex-
ion with the various propositions for rendering
honor TO the illustrious Louis Kossuth, on his
rivalln the United States, that something more
substantial and beneficial than mere pageant
should mark our appreciation of the character and
services of that distinguished patriot and hero.
In CONN with my fellow citizens, regard the
ex-presdent of Hungary as one of the greatest
and best men of modern times; and am sure that
the wealth and munifcence of our city only need
a hint-perhaps should rather say, are now look
ing for opportunity--to give solid proof of
their sympathy for the Washington of Hungary
Louis Kossuth, at the time he took the lead in the
Hungarian revolution, was, if / rightly in
formed, the possessor of considerable estates and
in the enjoyment of a competent revenue. He
garded these advantages dross; he spurned
them for his country's sake All the means that
he could raise he eagerly threw into the treasury of
freedom
When the combined forces of two despotisms
overwhelmed, with their enormous masses of men,
the armies that but for Russian interference would
soon have dictated terms in Vienna, the property
of Kossuth sacrificed He is now, presume,
poor in all but glory. We cannot compensate the
brave and generous chief for the loss of hia coun
try, but we can at least honor ourselves and him by
rendering the asylum he has chosen home indeed.
propose, therefore-as it is necessary for the con-
summation Of all projects that somebody should
begin them-to set on foot subscription for the
purpose referred to. My plan is simple. 1t ia that
one hundred citizens, whose means enable them to
indulge IN such luxury-for to render honor to
Louis Kossuth is, in my estimation, luxury
shall contribute S 1000 each to fund.- to be called
the Kossuth fund.- and that the sum total of i l00
600 shall be eligiby invested for the benefit of the
noble exile and his family, and presented to him
as welcome gift soon as possible after he shall
have landed in this country. AS an ardent admi-
rer of the MAN, and earnest friend of the CAUSE
in which he was engaged, beg leave respectfully
to tender the sum of one thousand dollars a com
mencement.
Will you, sir, consent to receive the deposits,
and act as treasurer of the Kossuth fund am
well satisfied that the money can be speedily
raised, and will my utmost exertions to ac-
complish the end in view with the least possible
delay
Trusting that the suggestions will meet with
your concurrence and countenance, am, dear sir,
respectfully, your fellow citizen,
JOHN N. GENIN
To AMBROSE G. KINosLAND, esq, Mayor.
Mayors OFFICE, New York, Oct. 7. 1851.
DEAR Sir have to acknowledge the receipt of
your letter proposing to become one of an hundred
gentlemen to contribute the sum of one thousand
dollars each, for the purpose of raising fund for
the benefit of the patriot Louis Kossuth, who seeks
an asylum in this country, and whose arrival may
now be hourly expected
The offer does honor TO your heart, and u very
cheerfully consent to become the recipient of the
fund when the proposed amount shall have been
raised and for the success of the truly patriotic
undertaking in which you have engaged you have
my most cordial wishes.
am, sir your obedient servant,
A. Z. KIsGsLANp, Mayor.
JOHN N. GENIN, esq
The corporate authorities of New York have
commenced making suitable arrangements for
the reception of KossUTH; and have invited all
civic societies and citizens generally to join in
welcoming him to our country
II is to be presumed that the preparations
which are taking place in New York will be
emulated throughout the country.
BALTIMORE MUNIcIPAL ELEcTIoN-Of the TWEEN
ty members chosen, the Wings have elected nine
and the Democrats eleven. Last year, in this
branch, there were eight Wings and twelve Dem
ocrats.