Weekly national intelligencer. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1841-1869, 1853-11-12

by wise men but Mr. II. had been able to give it
his appreciation He had always been in favor Of allow
ing the District Territorial Representative in Congress.
Since this could be without amendment of the
Constitution it was fortunate that the municipal control
Of the District in the hands Of body consisting
the Representatives Of thrtyone free States by whom
the Constitution had thus far been wisely administered
He rejoiced in this suspicious commencement of work
that destined to pour refreshing streams through
such cities This day they struck the first stroke in the
accomplishment of structure which he trusted would
last and be public blessing long the city should
stand or the name of Washington endure
| The MARSHAL Of the District having taken his turn
Mr. WALTER, the public architect was next presented
with the spade, but declined making speech observing
that he was working man. not talking man.
/ Capt VIM Easily closed the array of diggers accom-
panying his labor with remark which drew forth some
merriment, but which unfortunately escaped the ear
of the reporter.
Mr. RITcnE here remarked that the words Of several
/ gentlemen had been heard with much satisfaction He
now wanted to hear the Peoples voice. and thereupon
proposed nine cheers in honor of FRANKLIN PERcE which
forthwith given with hearty good WILL till the rocks
re-echoed the gladstone sound
The ceremonial closed bya very appropriate prayer
by the Rev. Mr.. SLIcEn, of the Methodist Church.
The company now adjourned to hail. lately erect
ed the ground for the accommodation the hands
employed in the construction of the aqueduc where
banquet was spread by the Corporation Of Washing
ton with excellent and ample provision for the out
ward man and well it that it was ample for
the voyage of fourteen miles, diversified with an occasion
al promenade the towing PATH to say nothing Of
half miles scramble rocks from the hotel to visit tn,
Great Falls, had furnished every guest with appetite
of the most respectable keenness.
After the vands had been enjoyed the following toasts
wero proposed by Mayor MAuKY, who presided on the
occasion:
! l. The Washington Aqueduct: A worthy monument to
the Father of his Country. May its purifying waters
adorn the city which he founded long citizens
cherish the free principles he bequeathed to them
z The Congress that voted and the President who ap
proved the act authorizing the Washington Aqueduct.
3. FRANKLIN PIERCE, President of the United States,
who, IN adopting the most liberal plan, has given the
best effect to the intentions of Congress May his name
be forever associated with the benefits conferred by
aqueduct he has commenced
a. JEFFERSON DAVIS, Secretary of War; whose civil
services promise to be worthy of the fame he acquired in
the battle fields of his country
b. Senator DOUGLAS, whose iberaitys not to our
people, but whose earnesness in this work claims
| gratitude.
6. The Reverend Clergy, who have thanks for
their kind assistance on this important occasion.
T. Capt MEIGs, the engineer in immediate charge Of
the work.
| s. Gen. ToTTEN, Chief of the Corps of Engineers.
To several of these toasts brief replies made by
tinguished by much spirit and ectng frequent and
thusastic cheers, by the Secretary of War.
The company then broke up in high good humor, APP
parenty much gratifed by delightful trip, and
embarking, reached the city about o'clock.