Lynchburg daily Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1852-1861, 1859-12-12
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From The Hiiddeiphid MQnirer,l
THE UNION
"It Must and Shall be Preserved |"

"It Must and Shall be Preserved I"
, OUTBURST OFPA rRlO rISM-GRANDOATH-
E!uNG OF cONSERN ATlVES-F -FANATl-
ClSM REBuKED-NOBLE ADDRESSES
AND INSPIRING SENTIMENTS.
The recent fauatical demonstration at National
Hall, appears to have aroused tho Indignation OF
II great mass of the community. While permit
ting the utmost latitude of speech md refraining
from violence, men who love their whole country,
and cherish an unchaneing affection for that
Consultation which has nursed this nation into
greatness and made us powerful among tho cm-
/ pres Of the world, were shocked Mt such II mani
| testaticn of sympathy. That such sentiments as
were uttered at that conyocaton, should 60 forth
as those of the metropolis Of Pennsy ylvania. was
not to he thought vt for u moment Philadelphia
has always been loyal to tho Union. Her bus
mess relations with al sections Of the country
such rs to Intervene her interests with those of
the South rs well ns these of tho North. Her
prosperity is dependent upon domestic peace and
harmony.
Our patriotic and conservative citizens were
even more alarmed than their Southern brethren
at such display Of lanaticism, and they deter
termined to disabuse the minds OF the nn.ion.-
No extraordinary prepa1tions wero necessary
the great heart II the the masses beats truly to
the music of the Union" There was no doubt
MS to the manner in which the appeal would he
answered. Partisan considerations were thrown
aside. In this crisis, NIL political differences sank
into nsignifcanre. We have passed through
many periods of trial. caused by the exciting is.
sue of slavery; hut it easy tc be seen that
less there was n determined and general rally Of
the conservative elements, this would be the last
test to which the Union would be exposed. Pntr-
otism therefore, dictated that the call for u meet
ing SHOULD he issued to ALL irrespective of par
ty" Leading members Of the various organiza-
tons were placed upon the Committee Of arrange
mcnts and enumerated among the speakers who
,tol a llc,y tl,.
day was fixed upon for this noblo demonstration,
in order that the effect of the "sympathy move
ment should be countcracted as soon as possible,
and that tho excited representatives Mt Washing
ton should learn the real position Of Philadelphia
in regard to armed invasion of the South.
The day was ushered in by the thunder If can
non, which reverbernted over the city like m gh-
ty revele, summoning patriotic lovers Of the
Union to their duty. The sky was heavily over
cast, and embematic Of the dark day that had low
cred upon the peace and prosperity of the nation.
But the stars at,d stripes which have become
endeared to the light Of Americans, and have so
gloriously braved the battle and the breeze" font
cd over streets, and waved nn invitation to all
to rally around the standard of our common
try. Every car upon the passenger railways bore
the placard IF tho meeting with the "Unon' in
glowing capitals Wherever you might go, groups
could be found discussing tho object of the pro-
posed gathering, and the alarming position of af-
cal concerns of this republic were never more uni
versally debated in any community than they
were yesterday in Philadelphia. In spite of the
unpropitious character of the weather, it gen
orally anticipated that the meeting would be one
of the most imposing and enthusiastic known in
the history of the city, and this expectation was
fully realized.
Juyne's spacious hall, on Chesnut street below
Seventh, in which the assemblagc was intended
to be contained will hold more than four thou
sand people. But it was tightly packed long bo-
fore the hour fixed for calling throng to order
and the street in front Of the building presented
n dense mass of persnns who had no hope of gain
ing admittance. We took particular pains to ssru-
tnzc the crowd 1t was composed Of citizens of
oil classes, all parties, and all occupations. The
business men were strongly represented, and we
observed that they were especially enthusiastic in
applaudng the sentiments ot devoted patriotism
to which the eloquent speakers gave utterance,
while in private conversations, they earnestly de-
nounced the atrocous doctrines of the fanatics of
National Hall. Workngmen were there, also. to
pledge anew their hearts TO that Union which
guarantees to peaceful industry, better reward
than it obtains in any other land beneath the sun,
and to repudiae the schemes of those who
striving to plunge the nation into the horrors OF
civil war The Democrat, American, and Repub
lican, stood side by side, widely differing in opin
ion upon many questions, but united in defence
of the Constitution, as we received it from the
fathers of our free government 1t was cheer
ing. thrilling, glorious spectacle. M1t stirred tho
soul and knieI flash Of enthusiasm in every
eye.
All over the city during yesterday, patriotic de-
monstrations were made, and it was evident that
the heart of the people, irrespective of party was
in the movement
Early in the morning, salute of 100 guns
fred by n squad of artillery at the landing Of the
Charleston and Savannah steamship Company,
above Vine street.
Another salute of 100 guus was also fred firm
Smiths Island.
Disposed about the hail. and pendant from the
boxes, were many flags and banners, which impair
TED gay and brilliant aspect to the scene.-Among
them were no less than four flags belonging to the
Scott Legion. Two of these flags were borne in the
battles of our country during 1912, and were seen
waving over the ranks of counlrymen at
North Point. The other two flags of the Leg
ion" were truly magnificent and costly. They
were presented to the 'Legio in the City OF Mexi
A handsome banner was presented to the Com
mittce Of Arrangements by Mr.. VIM. A. Edwards.
While Judge Randall was speaking, he made
reference to the recent lectures of Wendell Phil
lips in Philadelphia, when there wero repeated
Kisses and shouts from the audience to hang
him." "bnng him." 'kck him out" "he deserves
to be hung" The eloquent speakers remarks were
repeatedly interrupted by vociefous shouts and
cheers. Three cheers were also given for the old
Keystone State.
Mr.. Jas. Gibbons. Chairman of the Committee
Of Arrangements, called the meeting to order, and
on his motion Hon. Joseph r. Ingersoll ap-
pon ed President, and several Vice Presidants
chosen.
The following gentlemen were selected as the
Committee on Rcsolutions-IIon. WIN. D Reed.
Hon Edw. King Hon. Randall. John Welsh.
Chas Macallister, Benz. Gerhard, ESQ.,, Hon Geo.
Sharswood, Peter Mccall, Esp, Stacy Bancroft,
John q Bullitt, Esq, VIM. c Ludwig r Dale.
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