Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-12-04
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Hon. Henry Maya public meeting of citi-
zens, in favor OF "ofering some testimony of re-
.pect TO our former felow-townsman Henry May"
was held last night at the City Hall; the Mayor Of
Washington in the chair, and w. B. Webb, esq,
acting secretary.
Mr.. F. McNerhany offered the following resolu-
tions for the consideration of the meeting:
WHEREAS, our former fellow-townsman the
Hon. Henry May, will soon return 10 the place OF
his nativity, invested with the high character OF
a Representative in the Congress OF the United
States; and whereas, his numerous friends, al The
national metropolis are anxious 10 testify their re-
spect for his noble qualities of head and heart by
rendering him united and cordial welcome 10
their midst therefore,
Resolued That a committee Of fifteen (of whom
the chairman shall be one) be appointed by the
presiding officer of this meeting, TO make suitable
arrangements for a public dinner, TO be rendered
10 the Hon. Henry May, at such time as may suit
his convenience.
10 appoint subcommittee for the purpose of fully
carrying out ne object of the foregoing resolution.
Johnson HELEN, esq, in seconding the resolu-
lions, said he thought the people of Washington
should feel very proud that they can now accost
their old acquaintance, and meet him with sincere
and warm congratulations. He has fought his way
toprospenty and honor through difficulties, through
every opposition that man could encounter. He
left us, few years ago, warm in the affections of
the people. In the hour of his trial, he went 10
neghboring city, the city Of monuments, and in
very short period the thrill of his eloquence drew
towards him all classes that extensive eity-the
merchant, the mechanic, the aborer, the profess
sional man-to listen 10 the tones of that voice,
which he, (Mr Helen,) venturedto say, when heard
in the capitol, would not be considered second 10
those patriotic notes which awakened the spirit
of patriotism they fell from Clay, Webster,
and Calhoun, whose memories all now de-
light honor. He believd that the election of Mr..
May TO Congress was but the stepping-stone to
more distinguished future elevation. He believed
that the time would come when thousands would
witness his Inauguration on the east front of the
Capitol, and that he would reach the presidency
by the force of his extraordinary genius. God
grant that this may be the result.
Mr.. Helen's speech, of which the above is
mere abstract was greeted with applause.
DR.. Towles heartily cencurred in the object Of
the revolutions, and had no doubt they would be
unanimously adopted. All knew that but few
years ago Mr.. May appeared before us as the ad-
vocate of great democratic principle, as an adj
vocate of Judiciary reform; but, in consequence
of his sentiments he was placed in such posi-
ton as to induce him TO retire to aneighborng city.
The people of Baltimore, he thought, had acted
with magnanimity in selecting him to represent
great and important principle, and it was but just
tha, Mr.. May should be duly honored.
Mr. Webb said that while the name of Henry
May was being discussed, it too much for
him 10 remain silent. 1t his good fortune TO be
associated with him as student of law several
years ago. He knew the high tone of his charac-
ter, and the noble principles which ever actuated
him. He knew him as every man knew him, and
10 know him was TO love him, not only for his
great talents and high bearing, but for his social
qualities, which, after all, go to make up man.
Mr.. May has now come to this city 10 represent
noble people, and was anxious to forget whatever
contributed to render his former associations un-
pleasant. He (Mr. wy only wanted to speak Of
the man. He knew him as man, a friend, and
as fellow-citizen, and, he repeated, he loved
him. He stood before the meeting second to no
man in his admiration for Henry May.
Mr.. Webbs remarks were received with much
favor ..
The resolutions were then unanimously adopt
ed and the meeting adjourned. III