The daily Green Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1861-1865, 1861-09-04


Smith. The Ssterhood of States were then
conducted by the President from the STAND
around splendid flagstaff, when two OF the
sistcrhood, Vermont and Kentucky, Zone al
ways loyal and the other never disIoyaD drew
up the beautiful star spangled banner and un-
furled it to the breeze, amid the deaienlng
three times-three from the vast crowd, and gooo
old Yankee Doodle from the Band. song,
" The Flag of our Union,' was then sung by
four gentlemen.
The next on the programme were the Address
es by Hon. Stephen Thomas of West Falrlee,
and Hon. Burnham Martin of Chelsea. Mr..
Thomas was first presented by the President. -
The occasion did not inspire him with great JOY
and gladness, but brought sad reflections to his
mind. He lamented the present condition OF
our once happy Nation: lie was willing to ac-
oept the issue of our Union and Government
or nothing. His speech was bold, patriotic and
consistent.
Mr. Martin was then introduced. lie never
saw the time in his life before when the simple
announcement of fag-raising in quiet little
town would collect such vast audience as he
| saw before him. The Stars and Stripes are
quite popular just now. There never would be
a base and cowardly submission to the tyranny
Of the South. The North could have no conf
dence in the integrity Of the South He thought
that the surrender Of traitors was not sufficient,
but they shoald humble themselves, acknowl-
edge their error, " and repent > even - in sack
cloth and ashes" :. and bring forth fruits
meet for repentance" lie spoke with clear
ness and great earhestness. The anxiety mani
Tested by all present TO hear him showed that he
was not only interesting but irresistible.
Much more could be said in relation to the
eloquent addresses. Many bouquets were APP
propriately showered upon the Two gentleman
by the 50 Sisterhood," and many very pleasing
incidents occurred during the time of the speech
IS which would be very pleasing to notice, but
cannot for the want OF space.
The next in order were the sentiments and
responses. The Toast Master, Mr.. Geo. +.
Smith, was introduced, who read the following
sentiments in the order Of their present arrange
ment:
46raham Lincoln-To day the Peoples Pres
ident To-day a living Monument Of candor,
wisdom, honesty and executive ability, whose
base rests upon the great Union heart of Amer
lea. (Cheers)
Responded to by Rev, I. II. Johnston of
Orange.
Lieut.. Gen. ScoA--The hero Of the past and
present age, whose heart of seventy-fve years
beats stronger and frmer than ever for our glo-
rious Union. May the Union men of this Ma
ton trust him to lead them on to victory, and
he will safely guide the old Ship of State through
the pending storm of Rebellion. (Cheers
Responded to by B. f. Aiken of East Tops
ham.
Maj. Gen. Nc C1el1an-The young patriot and
hero on whom all eyes are fixed, and for whom
al true hearts beat. May he never falter in
MS patient labors and devotion to his country,
until the songs of mighty triumphs and victo- |
no RI
md treason is wiped from our land. (Cheers.I'
Onr Volunteers-Noble and patriotic de.
pendants of '76 At the beat of the drum thew
all that is dear to them upon their |
Iountry's altar. Such soldier-like patriotism
aud deeds of yalor will ever be written in let
ers of gold on the tablet of every true, Amer
can heart (Cheers.)
K. II. Mardin of Brookfeld, responded This
7oung man is a volunteer in the chelsea Com.
oany. His remarks were particularly interest
ng, and called cut repeated applause He is
# the true metal, and will never disbonor his
alliog.
The late Gen. Lyon-The steadfast friend of
us Country-vigilant, brave and unconouered.
Although the smoke of battle still covers his
rave, millions of tongues are praising his
cath
The Band played solemn dirge Rev. $.
'erkins of Corinth, responded.
1Ae Speakers Of the Day-Bold and energetic
blenders of our National Flag. Nav they la.
or on with frmness and decision until Rebellion
nd Treason shall be driven from Americas
aores and then Americas proud eagle shall
e recognized in all the land.
Hon Stephan Thomas responded.
me Band-Ihey have this day discoursed
lr National airs with most excellent taste and S
recession. May they continue to swell the note I
II the l Mon until all 'HaI Col,uobso" shall i
sound from shore to shore throughout tho I
nd The Band respond d. ''''
Inc SiSfaho0@ Of NQteS.-Thcir white robes
e emblems Of parity, their sashes of red. white f
~ blue OF anon, their clowns of rova}fu. and t
at their hearts are sceptres, emblematlcal Of /
'''tF and sovereignty, no mothers son will de- i
7. Cloud cheers.) l.
andolph. "a v GOV =
Our Eog-It waved over the battallons of p
{ successful heroes OF IS. 1t has been the /,
Jcc1 Oh our PRIDE and admiration in the DAYS
peace, and may it ever wave, till the miobtv
oblem of this Nation is solved and briSbtcyy t,
o ol1d aawns upon humanity throughout the |;
responded toby Rev. VIM. McAlister of West tc
Soldiers o lSl2-Venerablc Fathers YOUR
essence to-day on this occasion inspires us on
ara TO initiate your patl iotism and deeds If C
lor IN the war of 1912. Then you FOUGHT to R
nlntaln the honor of our National Fas-to, m
y though few in number, you are at hear,
IL soldiers for the Union. (Cheers.l
MI MI ;. NJ Seaver of Williamstown responded in
the President of The Day-His PATRIOTISM Is in
bounded save by his generosity. Nav onr al
az MS munlhcent gift, give him taste for
1nlon which he has not yet formed tt