The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1853-07-13

votion OF her heroism to this Union We all look Della
ware 1t ferns, though small, central link in that
chain which binds this Union together and which will
be br oxen while you and live. Present to your
citizens, sir my thanks for the kind reception you have
given me-
WILMINGTON.
The train having arrived Wilmington, the Pre- sdent
and party conducted BY the committee and pro
cssson citizens to the little building designated the
G y Hall amid the toing Of bells and firing OF
The workingmen Of the town left their forges and work
shops and copgregated in the hall to give manifestation
to their loyal end respectful feelings to the Executive
and to satisfy their own curiosity by sight of the Pres
dent Of the United States The assembage having been
called to order the President was addressed welcome
by the Mayor John A. Allderdce.
REMARKS OF THE MAYOR
NJ. PrpSdent-It now becomes my duty, as it is my
pleasure the part of the corporation and citizens
We cannot offer TO you such q reception as you
will receive in those great cities through which you
will pass on your route, to witness the opening
Of an Exhibition which AT hope will tend to the best
interests Of American industry. (Cheers) But sir,
tender you, the Chief Magistrate Of country the
respectful and cordial salutations of free and happy
people We are ever ready to extend to him whom the
people select to rule their dcst nes the welcome he
deserves for he stands before the world the represents
Of the principles which it Is based In passing through
our State, the few hours which allowed you do not
permit you TO become personally acquainted with Della
You now stand on her s0l you find surrounding
you some Of her loyal people she has any claim to
hor over any Of her sister States is that she
the first State the UEon to accept the constitution
The United States. (Appauss Tne pres ervation and
support of the constitution is her hope and pride be
cause is the guarantee Of all the privileges enjoy
and our anchor against the storms OF tme We sir,
Delawarans, endeavor to preserve the integrity Of
that instrument; and II in the providence of Him
nton to pass away the face Of the e,rtS our on,
hope and expectation is that Della wares opitaph may be-
that being the first to adopt the constitution, she
this is not the occasion for any extended remarks
only you are welcome to Delsware, and that on
health and that wherever you may 90 among the people
Of this land your visit may be pleasant and agreeable
have done, sir. wish you welcome to Delaware ZAP
pause)
THE PRESIDENTS REPLY.
To the foregoing speech the President then, in i'm
pIeseive and very happy manner, responded
Honsred Sir-An honor to yourself to the city of Viii
and to the State of Delaware for the noble and
patriotic sentiments which you have expressed this
OCCASION Sir thank you cordially heartily and thank
all the people here assembled for this and noble
welcome to ne within your borders. (Appause) Whose
haatt does not stir within him at like tsS m
apphuse) Nowhere the face of the hab. table
globe except in this blessed country held together in this
blessed Union you such witness here
to day. Chcers No soldicry, command but that com
mard which every citizen establishes for himself (Grea
sppause) It is command like that heard to-day as
along with you in the carriage Somebody sd to
person "go out of that and he answered "the road
that is broad enough to vote is broad enough for
to travel ON (Applause) Sir, it is noble sight to
such a collection Of faces these. Calm intell
gent understanding their rights and prepared to take
care Of them and 10 maintain hem and you said, sir
what is more the rights of this Union to boot il need
ha SIR s0rp oC hn fror all SAatau
hsps would be glad to say it, What say with pre-
eminent TRUTH that other States of this Union do not
Delaware by the number of her acres but by
the intelligence and patriotism of her citizens (Appause
Sir re2ret exceedingly that in consequence of illness
the result of sudden cold caught last night 1t is not
In my power to speak to you fellow citizens would
be glad to do The fact 10 wb,h you, sir, have ad-
verted, is one which will be rememoered as long
tie country shall last with pride by the citizens Of
Deaware-that she was the first to accspt this glorious
Union in an hour Of trial. of doubt and Of darkness and
think, sir you may well proclaim that she will be the
last to give it up. Great applause. She takes that
constitution, sir as whole. She does not take it in
part to enjoy its privileges without bearing its burdens
She takes it az whole, with all its obligations and all its
requirements. The faces before assure that in
this light Delaware will always maintain the consttu
ton. Applause) Sir from the earliest history Of this
W DehWaIe mas Ocen -enli
nsny disrg for the control OF the councils Of this
nation, because Of the great intellect, learning and
patriotism, which she gave to the public service; but
all and above all, she will be remembered for that
loyal devotion the constitution sir which cannot be
too much praifed (Applause) thank you. gentlemen
wish could speak to you, but not able TO do
today. Qmmense aprlause.)
BocuET PRESENTED by CHILDREN, ETC.
In the garden at the of the build ng number Of
youpg girls and children neatly dressed we're seated
and by this fair assembly handsome child deputed
to present to the President boquct This gift
ceyed with smiles. and the little donor rewarded with
kis. Afterwards, Mr. Pierce assured the young ladies'
his pleasure and delight In seeing them.
The President then retired with the Mayor and scvera
members OF the committee to the hotel, within fex
doors Ct the Lall, where collation. was provided.
SPEECHES or MEMBERS OF THE CABINET, Ere.
The assemblago called for speakers and the Hon
jefferson Davis, Secretary Of War; presented himae in
obedience to the call and spoke for time in elo-
quept and impressive manner.
After him followed The Hon. Mr. Guthrie, Secretary Of
the Treasury, and the Hon. Caleb Gushing, Attorney
General
When the speeches all made the members OF the
Cabinet and of the committee adjourned TO the hotel,
whore they rarook of very excellent collation. provided
by the Corporation.
civic body, wearing badges, and preceded by band,
marched past the hotel.
THE DEF Arturo.
About one O'Clock the President and party proceeded
in carriages to the wharf where the steamboat John
Stevens in waiting, to convey them to Philadelphia.
large assemblsgc had collected the wharf and the
beat there four hundred persons having tickets
Great enhusasm Mantle ted by the people shore
and board guns were fred and every demonstration
was mace OF IeEpect TO the President.
THE STEAMBOAT.
INVITATION TO NEWARK AccErrED ETC.
Gen. Pierce was met on board by deputation from
Newark NJ j. deputed to invite the President to honor
that city with VISIT The deputation was headed by
DR.. Gobls of Newark, and included Hon. VIM. Wright.
The President however, at first could give decisive