The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1851-09-20

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the intelligence and the patriotism OF IFS citizens and of
their faithful observance OF law and order. | know
WE'LL gentlemen, and appreciate, the character OF the
Tor the county, Tor liberty, and for civilization and
nowhere is there deeper convection that the blessings
we enjoy are owing mainly to the constitution under
which we live, and nowhere is there hrmer determine
ton 10 be faithful TO the constitution.
II was with great reluctance that al first declined
the invitation received TO visit Boston this ocea-
sion. But having accepted this invitation, and feeling
grateful 10 you, gentlemen, for the welcome extended to
me on behalf OF the State, proceed with great
pleasure TO accept the Inequalities OF the city OF Boston
Permit me, again, gentlemen, for myself, and in be-
half OF those associated with me in the government 10
thank you for the cordial and courteous greeting you
have given me-"
AT DORCHESTER,
Early in the morning people commenced thronging in
great numbers TO Harrison Square Dorchester, at The Old
Colony railroad station in anticipation OF President Fill
more's arrival The men OF Dorchester IN large num-
bers assembled in cavacade; vehicles of almost every
description lined the roadsdes, and large numbers were
stationed in the fields Many OF the most splendid ba-
rouches calashes, and carriages in the city and vicinity
were on the ground go
The carriage appropriated for the conveyance of the
President furnished from Nj ess stable. II was
splendid barouche, drawn by SIX beautiful gray horses
driven by George c. Ward.
AT haf-past ten the discharge OF cannon in field
near the Old Colony road announced the ARRIVAL oil The
train with the President Harrison Square. He was
ceived upon PLATFORM where were standing many OF
the principal citizens of Dorchester, and the Hon Mar
shall P. Wilder addressed him as follows:
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Dorchester, bid you welcome. In behalf OF the county
of Norfolk, the land of the Adamses which has furnish
ed its full share for filling the high office which you now
sustann behalf OF the people whose institutions have
Taught TO respect the laws and constitution OF our
country and TO unite together for the preservation OF Our
glorious Unon-l greet you. am not permitted, sir, to
occupy a moment of your time, and / again bid you a
cordial, right hearty welcome. Wecome-wecome-
wecome!'
The President made the following reply:
mn CHAIRMAN AND CITIZENS OF THE TOWN OF Dor
cUr myself. behalf gentlemen
who accompany me upon this excursion desire to ten
der unto you profound thanks for this cordial recep
of Dorchester in view of these heights upon which your
fathers sought and opened the way for the establishment
OF constitution which you at this day are prepared to
defend"
:" am greatly pleased to witness this gathering of
Iades-the beauty of Dorchester-God bless them !!
Again. sir permit me 10 thank the citizens OF Dorchester
most heartily for this fattering reception"
The President took his seat in the barouche pre-
pared for him. accompanied by Gen Wilson and Colonies
Then followed the Presidents suite and the several
committees in barouches. The Lancers now took up
the escort
Among the demonstrations en- route was line of the
children of the public schools of Dorchester gayy decked
with flowers and wreaths.
ArRoXBURY
At the Roxbury line where a handsome cavacade,
under the direction OF James Guild esq as MARSHAL was
drawn up, the President received by Samuel Walk
er, esq, mayor OF R,xsuy, in the following address:
j." Mr.. PRESIDENT IN the name and in behalf OF the
cZenS OF RuxDuTy nave Inc h0nOr 10 lender 10 you
their most hearty welcome 10 their city
congratulate you your fortunate selection oil this
opportunity to visit the metropolis of New England-to
Jon in the comnemoraon OF the triumph OF science and
art over the obstacles of Naure-to witness the mighty
achievements of human industry, guided by intelligence,
in evelhng mountains bridging seas, and thereby uniting
nations in The closest bonds OF interest and affection
ave make attempt to vie with sister city in
ostentaous display: we make no military parade; we
present of historic interest for your inspection
but sir we receive you with JOY, and feel honored by
your presence"
The President responded as follows:
Mr. MAYOR Permit me TO return TO YOU and through
YOU 10 the authorities and people Of Roxbury, my pro-
found Acknowledgements for this cordial reception can
not doubt It's sincerity when your streets lined with
citizens and srewn with flowers and the bright eyes of
beauty beamng kindly me from every quarter. re-
greet that the time is brief that cannot refer to the
many interesting associations connected with the history
OF Roxhuy In reference to your comparison sir OF this
city with your neighboring city. Boston, however, will
say that although you do not equal in population yet
your scenery is delightful, and for miles have my eyes
been delighted with the beauty OF your country seats and
especially with the sight OF the many happy youthful
faces that remind OF your common schools the marks
OF intelligence and virtue.
Permit me again to thank you for my self and my
socates. Tor your Kind and cordial reception"
The demonstrations made the part of the citizens OF
Roxbury were OF very enthusiastic character: guns
fired, bells rung, and the air rent with shouts OF
welcome to the President The citizens OF the place pro-
duced cavacade OF some three hundred.
The column now proceeded TO the Boston line, on
Washington street.
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Many OF the citizens exered themselves very
fully decorating their houses and stores in honor OF the
visit OF the President
In the route of the procession were fine displays OF
decorations, the most important OF which we notice as
follows:
The CRY HALL-A large arch is erected over the gen.
efal passage-way the building, the columns OF which
are inscribed with the names OF thry-tw railroads OF
Massachusetts, centrng in this city. On the face oil
the arch, viewed from the south, a train OF cars
are represented in full notion and there appears the
motto
"Grand Railroad yubHee-Sept. IT, IS, 10, 1851"
On the reverse IS the inscription
s"Canddd and the Great Wot-Prosperity 10 oil /"
The emblem enclosed by the legend was a steamship
pushing her way over the ocean.
From the highest windows of the centre line OF ban
extends 10 the east and west They large and
well arranged The stripes and stars, the red OF
ST George, and flags with the armorial bearing OF the
Canadas give fine appearance 10 The building Starred
sreamers and pennons OF various coors are tasteuy
gaanded the building, and hung from the various
windows In the centre window is equestrian portrait
Of Washington, OF life size, with the inscription
{" Washington, he Father Of his Country"
On The extended pedestal beneath is the legend
1.-The march Of Impro pement'
Over the eastern entrance from School street there is
medallion, inscribed
"E Piuribs Unum-ls5l."
II is surmouned by godeA eagle graspng the nation
al colors Over the western entrance, the medallion
shows the pine tree nag, with the word
- Pymopt-l62o"
From each medallion is thrown heavy flag with silver
stars on a ground Of azure.
The eastern end Of the Old State House. Safe street.
we'll otnaup ntel with flags of yarious nations,