Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1861-02-14
PROGRESS OF THE Pa EsIDENr ELECT

TWO sons arrived this morning, and Joined her
Previous to Mr.. Lincoln's departure from the
Bates House he was again introduced from the
balcony by Hon. Sol. Meredith.
Mr.. Lincoln said he had no speech 10 make. II
he made speeches wherever his friends desired,
he would not be able to reach the National Capt.
tol at the appointed time. He thanked the as
sem6lage for their reception, trusting that they all
and babe them an affectionate farewell
At 10 O'Clock Mr.. Lincoln and his suite were
escorted by the Governor and committee of the
Legislature to the depot, amid the shouts Of the
multitude.
Gov. Morton, Of Indiana welcomed Mr. Lin
coin on his first arrival at Indianapolis the fell
lowing being the concluding words Of the Gov
ernor's welcome:
Our Government, which but Yesterday was the
theme Of every eulogy and stood for the admira-
ton OF the world, 10 to-day threatening to crumbIe
into ruins, and II remains to be seen whether IL
possesses living principle, or whether in the
fullness Of time, the hour Of its dissolution 10 at
hand.
But we are full Of confidence that the end is
not yet, that the precious inheritance from our
fathers will not elude our grasp or be wrested
from Us without struggle; that we are but
passing through one Of those civil connections
that mark the history of every great nation, and
the bright sunshine Of peace and fraternity, and
march forward with accelerated speed In the
paths Of prosperity and power
In response, Mr.. Lincoln said:
Gov Morton and fellow citizens of the State of
Indiana: Most heartily do thank YOU for this
magnificent reception. and while cannot take to
myself any share Of the compliment thus paid,
more than that which pertains to mere instru-
ment-an accidental instrument, perhaps should
say-of great cause, yet must look upon II an a
magnificent reception, and as such most heartily
do thank you for It,
You have been pleased to address yourselves to
me cheerily In behalf of this glorious Union In
which we live, in all Of which you have my
hearty sympathy, and, as far IS may be within
hearty consideration. While do not expect on
this occasion, or upon any occasion till after get
to Washington, to attempt any lengthy speech,
Will only say that to the salvation Of this Union
there needs but one single thing-the hearts of a
people like yours. (Applause When the people
rise in masses in behalf Of the Union and the lib
critics Of their country, truly may II be said The
gates OF hell shall not prevail against it," IRE
newed applause
In all the trying positions in which shall be
placed-and doubtless l shall be placed in many
trying ones.ry reliance will be upon you and
the people Of tie United States; and wish you to
remember, now aud forever, that It is your bust
ness and not mine, that II the Union of these
States aud the liberties Of this people should be
but great deal to thirty millions of people that
inhabit these United States and to their posterity
In all coming time.
1t is your business to rise up and preserve the
Union and liberty. For your sakes, and not for
served
1. as already intmated, am but an accidental
instrument, temporary, and to serve but for
limited time, but appeal to you again to con-
tinue to bear In mind that with you and not with
politicians, not with Presidents, not with Office
seekers, but with you is the question, ''Shal the
Union and shall the liberties of this country be
preserved to the latest generation ," Loud and
prolonged applause.
RECEPTIONS ON THE ROUTE
LAwRENCEBURe, Ind. Feb 12-An immense
crowd was gathered at the depot here on the ar
rtual ~ hat
pended across the track. Lincoln appeared and
made brief speech. He hoped that we were all
Union men here, and friendly with our neig hbors
across the river He was frequently interrupted
with cheers. The train moved of amid the firing
OF sautes and tnmultuous cheering. The national
airs were played.
ARRIVAL AT CINCINNATI
CINCINNATI, Feb. IL The train with Mr.. Lin
coin and party arrived here at the appointed time
The foot Of Fifth street literally blocked with
people, and the locomotive compelled to stop;
the crowd was so great that it was impossible to
get out of the way. AT the depot II was found
necessary to bring the military and police forces
into requisition TO clear the track
On the arrival Of the train Mayor Bishop was
introduced, and he welcomed the President elect
to the city In few appropriate remarks. Mr..
Lincoln was escorted to the barouche in waiting.
which was drawn by six white horses His
| appearance was hailed with deafening applause
| from the vast concourse of people
The procession, which was under the CHIEF
marshalshiP OF Miles Greenwood, then took up
It's march and passed through the principal streets
amid the cheers Of men and the waving OF flags
and handkerchiefs by the ladies, to the Burnett,
House. where 1t arrived at a quarter past ave
| o'clock
Mr.. Lincoln entered the hotel the band playing
| Hail Columbia and the Star Spangled banner
After few moments rest, Mr., Lincoln made bi,
! appearance on the balcony, accompanied by MayoI
Bishop, who made short Introductory address
Mr.. Lincoln then spoke as follows:
l have spoken but once before this in Cincin.
natl. That was year previous TO the late Presi.
| dental election. On that occasion, in a playful
| manner, but with sincere words, | addressed
| much OF what said to the Kentuc kians / gave
| my opinion that we, republicans would nlti.
| mately beat them as democrats, but that they
could postpone that result long er by nominate np
Senator Douglas for the Presidency than they
| could in any other way. They did not, I'm any
| true sense Of the word, nominate Mr.. Douglas
and the result has come, certainly as Us evei
/ expected.
| ! also told them how expected they would he
| treated after they should have been beaten, and
| now wish to call their attention to what / then
| said -
| "When we do, as we say we will. heat YOU,
you perhaps want to know what we will do with
you will tell you, as far as I am authorized to
speak for the Opposition-what we mean to do
with you've mean to treat you, as near as we
possibly can, as Washington, Jefferson and Madi-
son treated you've mean to leave you alone and
In no way to interfere with your institutions-to
abide by all and every compromise OF the Consti-
| tuition In word, coming back to the original
men, II we have degenerated, may, according to
the example Of those noble fathers, Washington
Jefferson and Madison, we mean to Der
that you are as good as We; that there is no diff
ference between US other than the difference of
circumstances We mean to recognize and bear
In mind always that you have good hearts in
your bosoms as other people, or as we claim to
have, and TO treat you accordingly,D
FellOw-Citizens Of Kentucky-Friends, Breth-
ren-May call you such! In my new position I
see no occasion, and feel no inclination to retract
a word Of this. IL IL shall not be made good be
assured that the fault shall not be mine.
These remarks were received with great en-
thusiasm.
In passing to his room, those that could rushed
at MIR. Lincoln, throwing their arms around him
and patting him on the back, and almost wiring
ing his arms Off.
Politicians are numerous; among them Geo NJ
Sanders and others noticed.
This evening the President elect will receive
the people generally I'm the hall Of the Burnett
House, which has been decorated for the occasion
MIR. Lincoln looks well and is in good spirits.
DKrARrURE FROM CINCINNATI
CINCINNATI, Feb. 10 The President elect Mr.
Lincoln and suite left here In a special train Al
O'Clock for Columbus
ARRIVAL AT COLUMBUS
COLUMBUS, Feb. 13.-Mr. Lincoln arrived here
at O'Clock, and was received with national
salute and every demonstration Of popular entbu-
siasm He visited Governor Dennison in the Eye