Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1861-03-02
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nm. LiNCoLMAT HARRISBURG.
HArRIsBURG, Feb. ~.

HAYRIsBURG, Feb. %.
The train reached Harrisburg at two O'Clock
=. NJ, its arrival being announced by the firing
of salute.
On Mr.. Lincoln's appearance on the platform
he was greeted with enthusiastic applause. he
was Immediately conducted to the barouche in
waiting, to which were attached six white horses.
procession was then formed, headed by troop
Of horse. the rear being brought up by an extern
svc military escort.
On arriving at the Jones' House. Mr.. Lincoln
appeared on the balcony, and was introduced to
the people, in the presence of five thousand OF
them, who completely blocked the space III front
of the hotel, by Governor Curtin.
The Governor welcomed the honored guest to
she capital of the State of Pennsylvania, with the
assurance of the cordial sympathy of its people,
who looked TO him to restore peace, ami'Y' ana
good feeling throughout the country ana II re-
concilia,on should fall, notwithstanding all
n,trotc efforts, they would be ready and wiling
TO aid hy men and money 10 HH'H'o" 'i'' s'o''
ous Constitution.
IN conclusion, he hoped that God would aid his
erorts insustaining the glories OF the Government
and the prosperity of the people.
prpty OF MIR, LINCOLN voGovERSaR CURTIN
Mr.. Lincoln responded, returning thanks for
tbis corIial EXPRESSION. of good will Referring
tn the distracted condition of the country, he
trusted that a resort to arms would never become
necessary In his efforts to avert that calamity
he must he sustained by the people lie certain
" brought an earnest heart to the work, and 1t
should ho ne fault of his il he failed.
On the conclusion of his remarks the process
sion again formed in line, and proceeded to the
Capitol, Mr.. Lincoln Occupying seat beside Mr..
Curtin.
Tnr INCEPTION ny TUE LrGIsLATUrE.
The hall Of the House OF Representatives was
tcnselv crowded, and there was some delay
before the arrangements could he perfected for
the cnnducion of the ceremonies.
srrEcn OF srEAKEp PALMER.
Speaker Palmer, of the senate was introduced
TO the President elect nv Gov. Curtin, and pro-
cesded To address him follows;
HoyopLn SIN: In behalf of the Senate OF
reunsy lvania welcome you to the Capitol OF
tine State.
We deem it peculiar privilege and happy
omen that while on your way to assume the du
ties of the high office to which you have been
cned at this momenious period in our national
history, we are favored by your presence n, our
seat of Government ON the anniversary OF lhe
birthday of the Father Of his Country.
The people of Pennsylvania. upon whom rests
50 large share of the responsibility ofyour nom
ina,ion and election to the Presidency, appreciate
the magnitude OF the task before you, and are
fully prepared to sustain your Administration
according to the Constitution and the laws
Whatrver differences of opinion existed prior to
the election as to the political questions involved
in',he canvass they as law abiding, Constitution.
loving pcoplc have no difference among them as
u yuur right to claim their duty to render such
support Accordingly. there are assembled here
to-day men Of all parties and shades of opinion
to welcome and honor the const:utionaly chosen
President Of the Union Nor have we received
with indifference the public expression of your
views on subject so closely affecting the ma,cri-
al interests of Pennsylvania, that is not only
tie riyh, hut the duty of the Government, while
providing for a revenue by tariff to so regulate
the duties as to afford protection 10 the industrial
interests Of the country.
1t was, therefore, with profound satisfaction that
we heard vour recent expression ofthe true policy
Of the Government. We are deeply impressed
with the honor of your visit at this interesting
time and pledge ourselves to preserve the inteeri-
" of him whom the people have elevated TO the
chair of Washington, and to whom they have
coniilcd their highest interests, hopeful of the
heneGccnt results Of the wise and just measures
which we trust, and believe, will -ignalize his
Administration.
Speaker Davis then welcomed Mr.. Lincoln, in
behalf of the House of Representatives. rledsing
this devotion Of the people to the Union. Penn
s,lvania, though always for peace, stands ready
10 pledge with men and money to sustain the
Government, if necessary, in enforcing the laws.
The one wish, the one prayer OF all is for the
success of the new Administration i'll the min
teLnnCe OF the Union.