The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1851-04-04

From the Philadelphia Bulletin.
Mr.. Wobstor's second Speech ut Harrisburg.
HARarssURo, April,2.
After the conclusion Of Mr.. Websters speech in
tho Hall Of Representatives, the crowd dispersed,
and the distinguished guest, attended by Governor
Johnston, the committee of reception and others,
repaired to Sanders's hotel, where . sumptuous
dinner spread for large company, consisting
of the members of the Legislature and many citi-
zens.
After the removal Of the cloth, in reply to toast
by Mr.. Randall, Mr.. Webster rose and spoke brief
Iy to the following effect:
He said he would coniine himself to repetition
of much that had passed from him an hour or two
previous. He felt that new era in our social and
political affairs had dawned upon US, in Conse-
quence of the action Of the last Congress. He al
luded again to the gallantry Of Pennsylvania, and
rejoiced that she was where she always had been,
in the front rank of patriotism. He thanked the
Commonwealth for the honor 1t did him in vel
coming him in that cordial manner. He loved the
Old Commonwealth for it, greatness as well as its
loyalty of heart. II was and would always remain
chief star, bright and glorious, and undimmcd
in the federative constellation.
MIR. w. would not detain gentlemen by prolong-
ing his remarks. The Union he believed was now
sale, and the occasion therefore past for call
ing upon men to consult together, and present q
new basis for action. Tho Compromise had ac-
complished its purpose, and we now breathcd in
pure air-prosperity again flourished around US.
The evidences were too manifest Of return Of per-
manency and stability among us for any one to
suspect the ultimate tendencies and benefits OF the
Compromise acts. Our only duty now was to sus-
tain those acts, and bequeath to children, as
we received it from our ancestors, THE UNION, ONE
AND INDIvIsIDLE!
Mr.. Webster was warmly applauded during his
speech and at its close.
Governor johnson followed and said that he had
never conceived the country was In danger from
sectional discord. He trusted in the intelligence
of the people and their patriotism. He awarded TO
Mr.. Webster much praise for his devotion and sac
rfces. He RETAINED from discussing partisan ques
tions unsuited to the occasion. He believed the
destiny of the Union would never be impeded by
traitors, madmen, or fanatics. The Union is as
safe now in the days of Warrington. He said
that Mr.. Webster's participation in denouncing
notification in 1888 would forever endear him to
closed there. But he had added to his laurels. and
would live for all time in the hearts Of grateful
publicans.
Mr.. Randall reverted to the presence of the au-
gust guest, and alluded to the part taken in the
adjustment question by Mr. Webster. He thought
the country owed him a debt of gratitude it could
hardly repay. He spoke feelingly Of the Union,
Mr.. Riley, Of the House, followed His remarks
were brief but spirited. He eulogized the distin-
guished guest, and then proceeded to review his
generous public acts. He conceded in the ad-
justment and gave to it his hearty and sincere ap
prevail
Hon. James Cooper then delivered an animated
speech. He gloried in the part he had taken in
the Compromise, and would never suffer q reproach
of conscience in consequence. He gave to Mr..
Webster the principal credit for that adjustment,
and much praise for his determination to carry out
his pledges. He lauded the Administration, and
challenged any comparison that would not speak
in its favor.
Mr.. Penniman said he would not discuss the
subjects that might come before the Legislature,
but would do that in his place, at the proper time.
He saw no danger in the present nor past condition
of the country, in reference to the stability of the
Union. If we did our duty all would be right If
there any States that thought proper to leave
the Union, he was in favor of applying Mr.. Clay's
remedy--to test the strength of the Government in
enforcing the laws passed by Congress. The dark
clouds that had lowered over the land rapidly
passing away, and the people would soon become
accustomed to the acts passed by Congress.
The company dispersed at late hour, and Mr..
Webster retired to his hotel.
This morning great number of citizens and
strangers waited on him, and were received with
his accustomed urbanity.
Mr.. Webster this morning visited the great Penn
sylvania railroad bridge, across the Susquehannaa
few miles above this place.
He afterwards visited tho Senate chamber and
House of Representatives in company with Gov
crnor, Johnston. Senator Cooper and General Simon
Cameron.
He went to dine with General Cameron at his
residence in Middletown.