The Cadiz Democratic sentinel. [volume] (Cadiz, Ohio) 1854-1864, 1858-03-03
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Of the cadi1 D, mO,fatic Sentinel
wAsHINsTON, D. C. reb. 26, 1865.

Correspondence Of the Cadiz D,mo;ratic Sentinel
WAsHINsTOS, d. G. eb 26, 1865.
EDfroR SENrISEL.-The 22d inst, as is well
remembered, was the anniversary Of the birth
day of the "Father Of his Country and the
succession Of the seasons yearly usher in that
memorable day, it seems that a sort OF inspira-
ton attends the venerated name OF Washington
which arouses the latent spark of patriotism,
that seems to come forth from American hearts
as q thing newborn.
In this city but little denomination was pub
licly made in commemoration Of that auspcious
event; but at Richmond, Va, the Inauguration
of the Washington equestrian statute was al
tended with demonstrations and ceremonies,
which should cause every true lover Of his com
mon country to rejoice.
The introduction of the ceremonies attending
the inauguration Of the statute, was gwen by
Gov. Wise. of Va, in his usual frank and happy
manner, by extending.to The assembled multi
tude hearty welcome.
The Governor then proceeded to address the
assembled multitude by announcing that Vr-
gnia had called the nation; its elders and coun-
ciors-her sister States, their Governors, law
yers and judges-yea her own children and a"
the children of this confederated family oi Tree
dom. to assemble this anniversary birthday,
around the monument she had raised to the
memory Of that son whose virtue, wisdom ana
yalor, won the grandest proudest, finest OF alr
earthly titles-"Father of his Country" In
her name bid all-alfl welcome to the gather
ing around "Virginia's monument to Washing
ton"
Mr.. Wise alluded to the artist, Mr.. Crawford,
in high eulogy of his genius, and with deep SYM
pathy to the widow of the artist, reaching there
by, that deepYountain in man-loTe and boneV-
olence-which caused many to feel to say ~
that mine eyes were waters and my head a ioun-
tain, SO that | could weep with those that weep"
Cav. Wise concluded his remarks with beau-
tiful and descriptive poetcal quotation, and then
introduced the orator of the day. Senator Hun
ter, Of Va
When Senator Hunter stepped upon the stand
erected and prepared for him the day before,
Gov. Wise Immediately extended his hand, and
the greeting was so cordial that the vast assem-
blage gave them loud and hearty cheer; and
when the statute was unveiled the air was rent
with the cheers Of the multitude.
The procession was so large that it required
one hour forit to pass given point.
Many noted persons were present: I. NJ
Gen. Brown, Lieut. Gen. Scott, Senators Mason
and Hunter as we'll as other members Of Con
gress.
The Inauguration of the Equestrian Statute
at Richmond, Va, on the 22nd inst, is day
that will be long remembered by those who par
ticipated in it, as we'll Ss the citizens Of the en-
tire Union; for all hearts beat in unison, and all
party strife seemed forgotten; scIsms, factions
and isms, could not find an abode in American
bosoms, while they stood assembled around the
statute which brought be fore them in vision the
Heroic form of Him, whom every true patriot
yenerate and reveres.
Snch scenes as attended the Inauguration oi
the statute should warn tyrants and despots that
Lne lOVc Ol HDeily anu utlloll 10 o%i"'y "'t" WV
ding in American hearts, Notwithstanding the
petty party conflicts; and when their common
country is endangered from foes without OF
within that they would rise en- neasse to- vlndl-
cate the public good and sustain the rights ol
which their revolutionary sireS shed their blood
freely to achieve, ana which by the pleasing 0
the God of Sabbath was attained!
The doctrine of "honor and honorable settle
ments,' in testing each others skill and bravery
in the form Of challenges and duels seems to be
still fostered by many who have the titles o
"Hon." Capt" or "Leut." prefxed to thei
names. Yesterday morning, atabout O'Clock
duel was fought between Lieuts. Williams an(
Bell Of the U. S. Army at Bladensburg abou
seven miles from this city, which resulted ii
Mr.. Williams having the ball from Mr.. Bel
shot through his hat; but he (W.) reserving hi
frelowerad his pistol add fired into the ground
then the friends of the parties interfered ant
the matter was amcably adjusted to the entire
satisfaction of both parties, as we are informed
The difficulty between Messrs. Clay and Cul
lom has beer satisfactorily adjusted. Ne.