The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1859-12-30

hosltres which shat renetlbcr with gratitude SO
| long as ! shalt hve (Chcers) Mr. Mayor aud follow
ctzens, In those eastern regions from which derive
he revelations OF divine truth paralysis which seems as
II to be eternal upon society, leaves little
less 10 be studied than the sublime aud affecting monu
ments which authenticate tho evidences Of our faith.
applause have been ate in many INSTANCES 70 CON.
pare the existing conditions OF society Ia European states
with what existed there twenty i've Yeas ago. when had
the fortune to visit the Eastern Continent think that
can safely that all the nations, every nation Oh that
Continent, prosperous than has been here
toore, and is making decided progress in material and
moral Improvement yet at the same time II u most mani
fest that the institutions Of government existing there,
which either are ancient or were founded and con-
suctcd upon ancient principles are not adapted 70 the
exgences and sentiments OF the present day and here
fore that every country 10 Europethe whole Of Eu
ropesccms 70 be at this moment balancing between the
desire for beneficial change and tho fear OF dangerous In
novaon Our system, CONSTRUCTED later and under
better auspices to afford to ussees to be adapted
to al the changes of national e and 70 leave therefore
happily free alike from the need and from the fear Of
organic change II must always be difficult 70 determine
how far we can lend encouragement 70 who seek
reform the institutions OF other countries with the
hope OF benefit to them; but Mr. Mayor and fellow ci
zons this at least always dove endeavor to
with truth, candor and justice and moderation, and
commend our better system Of government TO the adop
in public virtue, and that a nation at unity
with itself, while seeks only by peaceful and lawful
70 the ana hap
AZ soon as the Senator had finished bis rcmarks,
THE CEREMONY OF SHAKING HANDS
commenced the citizens passing in single file to pay their
sion 70 express their views In reference TO the present
condition Of public affairs The speeches, Of course
epgrammatic and In many instances playful and amusing
King was present. and appeared TO be IN ex
Cellent spirits.
Tho was SO great in the chamber and in the pas
sages leading to that number OF Mr. Stewards friends,
on taking him by the hand, obser ved &C" tremendous
irroprcssibc conflict to get ma remark which brought
q smile to the Senator'S face This attempt punning
was however, in the emphatic language Of bystander,
soon sspayed OUT "Goyernor saba venerable look
battle we have to fight" to which Mr. Seward made
reply.
An enthusiastic parsonage here proposed three cheers
Tor the Now York Senator, which were given with
hearty good will.
The May requested the gentlemen to do to others as
they would wish to be done by and as they had shaken
hands with Mr. Seward he wanted others TO have an op
portunty to do so.
Seward The next President-a thing that's TO
10 pass.
10 say that before be DONE After another batch Of
patriotic citizens had shaken hands with Mr. Seward he
remarked, "You are very kind, gentlemen to come out
this cold weather to give me q warm hand.'
am happy TO see you back, said aged Individual
81 have always been friend Of yours, and yet" 81
glad 10 you here, exclaimed another man. "but
had rather you in the White House. which hope
doan observation which led Mr. Seward to reply thus:
81 am in q much safer place than that
WIN. CURTIS NoyEs informed Mr. Seward that he had
chamber
The MAYOR then introduced friend Of his to the sena.
tor who remarked, 81 hope you have come home loyal
IL
work.
citizen informed Mr. Seward that there were hundreds
Of bis admirers in the Park unable to get stairs and
was followed by queer looking genius who gave express
sion to his feelings BY saying for the next
another aGod Almighty bless youi, Exclaimed sro
esQue looking fellow, making gesture he wanted to
place his hand on the Senator's head.
venerable gentleman then approached Mr.: Seward
and sad have been here TO several PreAdents but
III
Mr.. SEWARD observed TO the Mayor, "You have very
large constituency here which led his Honor TO acknow
ledge the compliment by informing Mr. S. that this
the finest city in the world
Elk Recorder TAILMADGE was completely overwhelmed
Joyous emotions in such phrases as im glad to sec you
back again safe and sound; GOD bless you" &c.
MIR. SEWARD payfully remarked that he had very re-
spectacle woman to sec hundred miles distant.
Mr.. TALLMADGE calamity asked, "Cant 60 for yous''
An old patriot (evideDtly from the country embraced
that opportunity TO inform the Senator that his friends
not all dead yet, TO which Mr.. S. rejoned, "No,
see they not but they have been troubled for fear
dead" This Individual was evidently anxious to
transact some business with the honorable gentleman for
he informed him "hat they were going to let the bill die"
would if he could not bring to life again had ten
dency to allay b fears and sent him his way reoc
ing.
headed, bearded half starved and crazy looking
"black republican took the Senator by the
izea at 68eB ,6a slluty' ,aysteqalfa18a EeQag
practical exponent Of r Seward DOCTRINES and he
retired amid loud laughter II voted for you twice, and
another disciple, followed by brother who said awe
very glad to see you back again. you were never
wanted moro
MIR. SEWARD observed that he had not shaken hands
with any body fer eight MONTHS but that he doing
all at He said IL was difficult To shake hands in
Europe, because certain Omaes and preparations had
to be gone through with.
A friend hoped his arm was not getting tired. sob,
VII %i s"f' SAID MI s. i STAND II IS long as my ''nds
Hon Hamilton Fish, Henry Ward 1beecher, Comptroller
Haws and other well known political characters rendered
their congratulations to Governor Seward "You have
book sent you SIR, remarked the next individual who
took him by the hand.' eyes, sir, recolect IT,
his reply We could not learn the Of this indivi
dual but we must not omit record inquiry made by
gentleman who stood near our reporter to friend Of
hs-namey, SIS Helper here He ought to come
him) Eeeds no helper, was the reply of his friend
observation which created much merriment.
Governor appeared to be very glad to see him. "You
ought have been here month ago. said ~ hope
Of them ielows," exclaimed another; while third
every glad 10 that Old John Brown had not kept you
away" Amsng the last Of the friends Of the Senator
hands with him, exhibited photograph of Mr.. Seward,
and asked him II he wanted to buy one It's useless to
add that Mr. Seward did not make an Investment
The hour Of two O'Clock having now arrived, Mr..
Seward was conducted by the Mayor and Alderman
Brady the Mayors private Office, after remaining
there for brief period reentcred the carriage which
conveyed him to The City Hail. and returned to the Astor
House followed by crowd Of his friends and admirers,
who cheered Justify on the way. Previous to Mr..
Stewards departure from the City Rail, vendor OF yellow
covered literature deposited basket the steps OF the
Hail. and with the same instinct that characterzes
ders of umbrellas the appearance Of sudden rain
Storm offered to dispose Of Hepcrs Impending Crisis"
which, perceived, met with rapid sale. The event
Of tho day perfect godsend TO the inerant book
merchant proved him 10 be possessed Of considerable
business sasacity.
At half.past four O'Clock P. N Mr., Seward, in com
pany with his and nephew left the city, per Hudson
River Railroad, for his home at Auburn, via Albany.
Movements In Real Estate.
LARGE SALE OF THE DYCKMAN ESTATE.
By A. j. Beecker, Son Co.. Each.
10 lots and gore 216th st., loot 10th $l65
southeast Tenth and 216th ST. ,... 175
southeast Cloth ST. adjoinng. ......... 100