The weekly Minnesotian. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. Territory) 1852-1858, 1854-07-08
dence and re ready to say God bless the

The Governor and constituted authorities Of ths Ter
ritory.
This toast was responded to in very happy
manner by his Excellency, Gov. German.
GENTLEMEN 1t is fitting that should at
least acknowledge the high compliment that
has just been paid me. This, my friends, is no
ordinary occasion;-it is an occasion that brings
out the American heart in all its fullness and
richness, and it is pleasant thought that to-
day, from every village and hamlet, from every
valley and hilltop. all over this great republic
is to-day ascending from thankful hearts a
grateful tribute of thanksgiving and praise
And nowhere more than in Minnesota will the
evidences Of patriotism be made manifest Those
people who have left home and friends to come
into this far country to carve for themselves a
home are of all men the most patriotic. This
is day upon which, says Thomas Jefferson, men
may all be federals and all democrats. On this
day the rancor and pickering of party spirit is
hushed and buried deep out Of sight, and this
is no small source Of enjoyment. We ought
to-day to be thankful for our social and relg-
ious enjoyments. We ought to be thankful for
the Bible-the source of light and knowledge,
and that we live under the influence of its holy
religion. To this let US join thanks for our un-
PARALLEL national prosperity and growth. This
day seventy eight years, was kindled flame
which is stirring the elements of liberty in all
Europe, which must eventually cause thrones
to tottcr and zceptres to fall.
D,,I ba, II hos. Co. al
and We mean to do it in a rational and becom-
ing manner. If on this occasion there should
be anything Of excess, / trust We have hearts
large enough to overlook it. Yes,
sTo all our faults will be blind,
And TO our virtues very kind"
This day is not only to be remembered by
the inhabtant Of the interior of our country but
on the frontiers, and throughout the civilized
world and hope We may all live to see and
enjoy many more. And l hope, also, that we
shall take courage henccforth to do all in our
power both for our country and Territory.
T. The Orator of the Day-his success in
this days efforts Is brilliant proof Of his eloquence patr
otsm and ability.
Col. D. H. Dustin arose and responded:
Mr.. President II do think this is the un-
kindest cut Of all to give man of my di-
mansions only three days notice of Fourth of
July Grafton, and make him work day and
night is an imposition! thought at first it
was only joke but now l believe it was a
downright imposition. Now, being a man of
few words, and remembering the Scripture in
junction, aye must be born again. have but
to say there is no better day to be born again
than on the fourth Of July.
8. The Press - the mighty arm Of power, which has
aided to lift the world darkness light,
and urge the spirit Of progress, and TO aid religion In its
wider diffusion.
This was responded to briefly by Mr.. Owens
who said it was we'll known in St. Paul that he
was not speaker, and that his works were we'll
known and before the public He would there
fore leave the response to his friend on the left,
Mr.. Newson, who was, no doubt, cooked and
primed for the occasion.
Mr.. Newson here arose and said that call for
a response from him was unexpected, as he sup
posed his seniors present would perform that
duty. He made an interesting speech and was
much applauded. He said
Twas Franklin, coming from his workshop,
that planted the spirit of liberty and gave us
the freedom which We now are here to cele-
brate. We see Napoleon, muzzling the Press
to perpctuate tyranny and stile the longngs
Of his people for liberty. 1t is the Press that
is now showing the down-troddcn of Europe
what We are, and endeavng to lift them up.
But the Press should never be prostituted to
any servile or partizan purposes. AS for my
self, l occupy but a humble position among
you, but i'll deem it my duty to WELD the pen
shall be on the right SIDE And if 1 differ
from any man in sentiment it shall be from hon
est conviction, and we will not be enemies.
But the Press must not be muzzled: when it is
right, just let it so ahead. But the occasion is
more lifting to speak of the lamented dead: Of
Warren, Montgomery, and others.
The time is coming when Minnesota boys
will be heard in the Councils of the nation;
when Minnesota will be near the centre of civ
llizatiOn, &C., &c.s
9. The judiciary the strong shield Of the right the
enemy Of the wrong.
This was responded to briefly by Judge Coop
er, who was listened to with deep interest.
10. The Legal Profession the civil defenders Of liberty,
the right and the truth.
This sentiment had the effect to draw out
three speeches, each, however, differing from
either the others very materially. The first gen
tleman, Col. McCarty, applauded the profession
highly the second, Mr.. Becker, gave the legal
profession thorough combing, while the third
gentleman, Mr.. Wilkinson, had considerable to
offer on the subject in an entirely original wien.
All these dignitaries at this stage of affairs
felt in mood for joke cracking.
II. The Army-its prowess has been proved on many
battle field, and national flag las flown with
out u stain upon 1t wherever borne.
This was briefly aud appropriately responded
to by Capt. Dodd, Col. McCarty and Gov. Cor
man, the two latter abiding to experience in
the Mexican war
H. The Pulpthappy for that the pulpit Is filled by
those who honor the sacred calling by pety, learning,
zeal and devotion, and that those who dwell midst
eninently illustrate the duties of their high oice.
The Rev. Mr.. Hoyt here occupied few mo-