The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1854-03-26
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Mr.. FoOH responded follows:-
M President and gentlemen--It would b. In q
strange did not esl the liveest gratitude for sn tn,
multiplied evidences of public esteem and sympstbI
which have been ,rofusely lavished upon me inc
landed The shore of California days aro sn sb
bed on this cnvvial occasion beg you TO be assur
gentlemen thai whatever r,sy be my future fortunes
cordial ciytes o. which have been The houored reeipi
ent at the hands o. this generous and patriotic people,
The sentiment inst announced from the Chair and which
has been enthusiastically received by the aase bIs6
company has evde aluson to TIE ferce political sre-
gle through which have been compelled to pass In far
distant State Of the Union during the year which has
terminated in the progress Of which Influences werS
brought to bear myself and political riende
Of nature calculated to call forth the language OF nd9
nant reprobston from patriot in the republic ON
this topic have spoken elsewhere, with freedom thas
could not wen have been exceeded, and have nOthin
more to add TINT still adhere to al that have
heretofore said in denuncsion OF those wLs present
occupy the Of executise authority in Washington
and that rejoice in believing that the sentiments here
tore uttered by in regard to their shameless inter-
eddng in State elections have been already eechoeG
from every corner Of the eo9federacv. Gentlemen,
hole that il not expected by any of you that
should deliver formal political address onight Ger
without seriously violating my of propriety.
There are existing hre in connection with
your local politics (Which need scarcely expain which
would inevitably subject serisus misconstructio
in various quarters were to speak at large with
20 ern naSa upon 1ne delicate mat
tended my last political speech for many years t.
come just before left the city Of New York. about foar
weeks since have migrated to California for
pose aonethe bettering Of my pccunary condition by
the assduous practice Of aborious but dearly loved
aspirations to crafty, no schemes of merely partisan
character to accomplish and thoroughly wesred ana
dsgused with what have and experienced Of fierce
political warfare upon another theatre desire peace
and friendship with all and hope to nothing and to
ence that desire aught in this delightful region save
complete professional success social repose and domes
tic beatitnde He had the honor to offer the following
The Presidential Election Of ls5S-Msy 1t result in shs
for % n 4.
IN. sDvsfT saa Of @ the UiGn h.
9 to- to The Of S1ds
speedily disappear, political
into and the ancient glores of tho republic bs
'sif and
s GPy 81 yS. ssS;s oT tho d0rae0n Of his 'n'm''
Coy. BicIER responded to the toast, and said
Fellow citizens thank you for the kind manner ia
lusion to the abuse which has been hcapcd upon me-
would that claim to hold at this day the envable
HE columns Of The press Of h State have teemed With
more solid matter-for which two dollars per thousand
ems has been paid-sgainst me than against any in
the State That abuse has been almost forgotten and
its authors with it; and at this day II win be acknowi
edged that California the most prosperous State in the
Union and the which adopted and recommended
has been generally acknowledged to be correct.
member when OF the daily sheets Of this city In
the last canvass, published big hand pointing to the
road TO ruin, on which, If elected would carry
the State Who stands up now to sustain the extravH-
ey who elected me The yeas and nays in the present
Legislature show that and they valuable things in
political grateful to the democracy Of this
State and not the to prove recreant to trust
Gentlemen allow me to thank you heartily for your kind
ness on all occasions extended to me-
only give her tims 70 grow. Music Lucy Long"
Mayor GARRISON responded and said-The response
given to the sentiment has been with applause which
shows that all present have deep interest in the welfare
Of the city As her chief executive Officer thank you
,ts Qf0tip nf
gentlemen from various parts Of the State and to
them would remark that the State Of California has
interest in with the city of San Francisco. She
occupies the position to California that New York
does to New York, New Orleans to Louisiana, Baltimore
TO Maryland, and Boston to Massachusetts, Her past
history is guarantee for her future. In a commercial
POINT of view we only second to the city of New York.
and II have gained thus in the past five years what
may not expect the coming ten. In quarter of .
century, thing we may safely say that we will rank
second to city the Atlantic Pacific coast again
say kindly thank you for the in which you have
responded TO the toast.
% hearts, Of the the u i. Ire s%. G:s1: q
aid in The efforts Of the to rssase
earth. 'Afr-."Mnrseilles Hymn"
10 The Army and Navy. Air-"Napoleon,s Grand
Lieut. HARpiE responded-The appreciation of the peo-
pie is the soldiers best reward In the presence of my
distinguished chief it would be matter of eeotsm in
me TO indulge in remarks Of my | point to tho
American flag and ask for it your admiration. let
propose toast s'The American Flag"
H. The Judiciary of the State Of California AirAulA
judge WELLS sad-I hardly supposed should be allow
ed seat at this table, and took quiet here and
must say that am much gratifed as surprised at
being called upon TO respond to this toast We have
been told that storm of Indignation has swept my
head, in reference to my conduct a judicial officer
Well sir storms have blown my head before this
/ waited for the storm calm, and believe that the
public mind has been Gained in relation to this
Al the proper time believe can explain this matter to
show that acted in a perfectly legal manner and at
least that acted in perfect good faith believing
acting honestly II possible may have erred in judg
ment, and If so this is common fault Gov Bgler has
fft h1ra tn has ha tHa
best abused in the state He could not have read
the papers lately: and will leave it to you whether
cannot match him. thought had not a friend here.
Yes, | knew ! had friend who came with me
to California, and who has always stood by me and
will desert me- mean myself. But, sir, to
pass over these matters, have been surprised that
has been said here relation to General WOOL
the honored guest OF the evening When Wool was
twenty three years of he captain in Van Rens
saaers regiment II was at the opening OF the war,
when the American heart had not been nerved to the
desperate conflict in which was TO be engaged against
the orders OF his colonel he led desperate charge
and scaled the heights of Queenstown in defiance Of the
British army Surrounded by difficulties, young in years
and inexperienced in warfare he did this He was driven
back: again they met Snd drove back the British in
fantry. Then Gen Brock sent for, and with
additional forces He met Brock drove the British SOL
ders, raised the American flag, took number OF British
prisoners and left Brock dead the field This young
man was shot through thigh and bleeding from two
wounds bs led bis soldiers and never left the field
till he carried of exhausted. He disobeyed the
orders of his General.
Gen. wooI--No disobedience sir The Colonel was not
present, and was in command, being the senior omcer
After being first beaten back and after the hrs hght
came tho third One of his sodss raised the nag of
truce
Gen. WooI--An officer. .
And Cen Wool tho flag Of ruce from the recreants
hand and threw it down hag OF truce has been raised
here and let me viii tear IL can that hAg OF truce
down Cen. Wool sIterward served in dsciplning the
aynv as INSPECTOR General ana Gen Taylor himself gives
Cen voo credit of lighting the battle Of Buena VISTA
cen Wool returned home with honor, and is hero
amongst 1t has been said that have made mistake;
and il be remembered that all liable to mis-
NAPOLEON made mistake when he trusted Grouche
Washington when he trusted Arnold, Kossuth when ne
trusted Georgy and think the democratic party made
great mistake at the last Baltimore Convention GOV.
foote has made great mistake in coming TO CanornfA
this late day pfactice law. The land commandments
nearly through with their business, and when you
consider that the daily newspapers take
decide the which before the supreme Cours
YOU will find SIR addressing Cen Footel that you WIN
have TO address your arguments to the morning Journals
rather than TO the judiciary.