Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1858-09-20

days ago. he would like to say, in behalf Of
the common citizens of Cleveland, that thew
saw Mr.. Phillips leave with great regret. The
opening of Railroads added O class of men to
the population who were reliable men, who
were substantial men. We regret to see one
holding prominent place in that class leave US
to favor other localities with the talent and
worth whi;h we are sorry to lose. May Mr.
PHILLrPs ever meet kind friends and be as well
appreciated as he has been here. Mr.. BENE-
DICT offered the following sentiment:
The employees Of the Cleveland and Toledo
RailrOad-always on time.
Mr. WAIT, of Toledo, was then called upon,
and responded briefly, highly cOmPlimenting
Mr. PHuLrPs, and assuring him Of the regard
of Toledo and the regret of its citizens at his
leaving.
Mr.. BUcELASD, of Fremont, came from vil-
Lage and did not expect to be noticed, but assur-
ed the company and Mr.. PmLuPs of the esteem
in which he was held by the people of that VII
llgs
Mr.. BArLT, of Saniusky, declined making a
speech as he could but confirm the previous
testimony.
Prof PECK, of Oberlia, said that although
Oberlin was not city, she was place, and as
such had interests in the Railroad, and M
PHILLIPs had satisfied all that he worked not
only for the Road, but for the public When
Mr.. P. first took charge of the Road, the idea
was had that he was an austere man, and he
who could be best spared from community was
generally selected as The one to 90 to him for
fayOrs-but that idea had gone. All were
pleased now. Oberlin people did not drink
tOaats, but as our worthy host-may his shadow
never be less-has set the example, he would
offer the following
The single eye, sure of success, the world
over
Ma, WAsHBURN, Of Elyria, made a short and
effective speech, complimentary to Mr.. PHILLIPS
Mr.. STONE, Of Cleveland, was loudly called
for and responded very briefly, confirming what
had been said By Others, and expressing his best
wishes for Mr.. PHLLIPs in the future.
Mr. WARRING rendered the thanks of the
Press to Mr.. PHnLrPs for his uniform courtesy,
and the following sentiment was read by Mr..
BENEDICT;
The Cleveland Toledo Rairoad-it has now
an envlable name and may 1t ever John, be
wearing (John B. Waring) its hOnors proudly.
The speaking now being over the company
dispersed in good spirits, and the evenings
pleasure will be long remembered by those who
participated in the hospitality OF the generous
host
The Plate consists of twelve pieces as fol-
lows A Salver % inches long and weighing
100 Ounces-twO pitchers liz inches in hight
eight GOblets weighing s ounces each and
Slop Bowl. These are all beautifully engraved,
and on the Salyer is the following inscription
Presented to Elijah Brigham Phillips by the
Officers and Employees of the Cleveland d To
ledO r. R. Co, Sept, ISIS.
Its also engraved with trains of cars, bridges,
station houses, &c, and surrounded with an
elegant vine and fruit. The total cost of the
articles was s725, and they were manufactured
to the order of Messrs. Benton & Mathive, who
were the designers.
The enjoyment Of the evening was height
ened by the presence and music Of Sergeant
Band, and the whole affair passed off in pleas
ant and happy manner.
At its close, the large number of Employees
present bade farewell to Mr.. PHILLIPS, and ma
ny an eye was dimmed in so doing
Our hearty good wishes 20 with him to his
new scene of labor.
Several Railroad gentlemen from other roads
were present to add to the interest of the Occa-
sion.