Indiana State sentinel., 1861-08-07
AUGUST

publicly receive Gen. Morris and staff, and to
compliment them for their gallant deeds while in
the service of their country. Capt. James Blake
called the meeting to order and introduced his
Excelleney the Governor, who pertinently re-
ferred to the services of Gen. Morris and COM
mand in Western Virginia, and the honor they
had reflected upon Indiana by their gallant deeds.
The Governor in conclusion, alluded to the
crisis of the country and the necessity of united
effort to maintain the Government in its integri-
ty, as the last hope Of liberty and free institu
tons. He thought if the lamp of liberty was per-
mitted to expire in the great struggle now in
progress, that it might not again be re-illumed,
but if success attended our arms Govern
ment would be secure and permanent
for many generations and probably centuries.
The Governor complimented the citizens of
Indianapolis for their generosity and patriotism.
They had furnished six companies for the war,
and had been liberal in furnishing means for the
comfort of the troops sent from various parts of
the State. as well from this city. Day after
day, while the troops had been returning from the
war, had bountful tables been spread hy them,
and a cordial welcome home The Governor then
introduced General Morris, who briefly and mod
estl- expressed his thanks for the fattering re
ception, and attributed the success which had at
tended our arms to the brave men who had vol
unteered to defend the Government. and whose
gallantrY and bravery had reflected distin-
guished honor upon Indiana. Brigade Major
Love then called out. and he, with
the modesty of true soldier, expressed
his Acknowledgements for the complimentary
reception, and said that while in Virginia he was
called upon to inspect certain company, the cap
tain of which doubling his capacity to meet the
requirements Of the service referred him to his
orderly sergeant for the necessary drill. The Ma
jor said he would make application of this in
cident, and would call upon the Adjutant to speak
forthe staff. This brought out Lieutenant Stein.
who has proved gallant and efficient officer.
The Lieutenant gave lengthy account of the
services and exploits of Gen. Morris and staff in
Virginia. which he remarked the newspaper cor
respondents had strangely overlooked. Capt
Hines. Major Wilson, Col. Benton, Major John
W. Blake, Col. Lew. Wallace, Rev. Mr. Work
man, the Chaplain of the Tenth Regiment, Lieut..
Col. Spooner. Lieut.. Col Prather, Major Cor
don and Capt. James Blake, of the Home
Guards, we're successfully called out, and
each made speeches appropriate to the occasion.
The meeting largely attended and the fair
ladies of the city graced the occasion by their
presence. We noticed one feature of the meeting.
in which the breach would have been better than
the observance. Many of the speakers were ex
caadinOIv cop,piirnopfarv 70 he 60 orI
his Excellency not deficient in his hattering
notices Of the gallant officers who had rallied to
the defense of the stars and stripes If the meet
ing had not been quite as much of mutual ad
mration society. and it is natural enough that it
should partake of that character under the cir
cumstances, better impression would have been
made. 1t was a success however, and all praise
to the gallant officers, and especially to the brave
men who patriotically offered their services and
lives to maintain the integrity of the Government
and to perpetuate Constitutional liberty.
An exceedingly interesting incident occurred
during the meeting. Young Hart, grandson of
the signer of the Declaration of Independence,
and who voluntarily became guide to our troops
during the march around Rich Mountain, was
of the utmost impoi tance upon that occasion, and
much of the success is due to him. Mr. Hart is
no speaker, but he will be found wherever there
is hard fighting to be DONE Mr. Hart left home
for fear of his personal safety. His father is
owner of that portion of Rich Mountain where
the battle was fought. He is at present the guest
of Capt. James Blake of this city
" that our liroits and the IatannsS of
the hour will not permit more extended report
ofthe remarks of the several speakers.
ARRIVAL OF THE ELEVENTH INDIANA.-This
gallant Regiment the first to leave for the seat of
war, and the last to return, arrived in the city
Wednesday, about 10 A. NJ. They, led by Majo
McGinnis, Col. Wallace being absent in Wash
ington, proceeded up Washington street to the
West Market House, where the tried proved,
true, generous and unbounded hospitality of our
citizens with reference to our returned soldiers
was again illustrated. Along the line of march
and at the Market House, immense crowds of cit
liens appeared Patriotic and matronly ladies,
proud of the gallant men returning from the wars,
and blushing young damsels. looking out for their
lovers, with boquets bigger than bushel basket,
and smiles more glorious than all beside. made
up the chief part of the throng. Indeed, it
proud demonstration on the part of our
feminine population for our brave Zouaves.
After the repast at the market house. the reg
iment marched in front of the Capitol.
There they were addressed, first by Ben Harri-
son, ESQ, who was in his remarks, pathetic. elo-
quent and patriotic. by turns. He alluded to the
banner, but month or two previously presented
TO the gallant boys, from that very spot, the YES
thule of the Capitol Of the free State of Indi-
ANA banner wrought by the fsirest OF hands
and il had been brought back untarnished. 1t
bad been brought back by heroes who were well
coined not as ancient Rome welcomed her
returning conquerors with trumphal arches,
and the like-but welcomed back according to the
simplicity of republican institutions, by proud
hearts. and hands that Grasped warmly and cor
daily. He alluded to the recent defeat at Man.
assaS. and said, without doubt, every man who
heard him would shoulder his musket and set his
face determinedly against the foe until the star
spangled banner fioated everywhere triumphantly.
When Mr. Harrison concluded he received three
hearty cheers and tiger.
Dr. Fry, surgeon attn .hed to the regiment, Col.
Wallace, as we have already stated, being absent.
responded on behalf Of the regiment The Doctor
was eloquent. and spoke as brave soldier-plain-
ly, bluntIy, and to the point. He said the regi-
ment had returned to remain but short while.
They would then take their leave once more and