The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1862-05-20

rOuS SUCCESS therefore suggest the p1SSbse VI
resolutions as you may deem proper and that the City
Council visit General Scott body at his residence
On motion Of Mr.. Woodruff,
Resolved, That the Common Council OF tho city or
Elizabeth testify their high appreciation OF the great
services rendered TO country by Lieutenant General
Scott now residing in our midst whose whole lifo has
been devoted the advancement Of his countys honor
and who, many we'll contested field, has given ev
dence Of the most exalted bravery and patriotism and
who yet than these has shed lustre upon his
fame by his late glorious efforts the suppression Of tho
rebellion which vile treason inaugurated.
Resolved, That as further expression OF our regard
the Mayor and Common Council or the city Of Elizabeth
proceed body to his residence to pay their respects
to tho patriot hero on Monday evening next
Resolved That the Clerk transmit TO General Scott
copy OF the procoodiDgsof the Common Council in rela
ton to the contemplated visit Of the Board.
These proceedings beautifully sngrossed upon
parchment, and transmitted to General Scott by Mr. j.
Seple, the Common Council Clerk.
MONDAYS PROCEEDINGS.
On Monday evening, at half-past seven O'Clock. tho
Mayor and Common Council met at their Council room,
the residence of the patriot in
Jersey street, in the following order
Philip H. Grer Mayor.
First Ward-John R. Armstrong, Timothy Dixon, iona
than E. Marsh, William J. J., Tenney; o,.-,..
Second Ward-J. Augustus Dix, Elias Darby, Charles
Forsyth, James 8. Green, Jr.
Third ward-wlliam D. Jenkins Aibigepcc W. Kingsley,
Joseph c. Hinchman, James W. Woodruff
Tho civic corps accompanied by dense crowd OF
the inhabitants who. on their arrival at the mansion.
chosred Justify for the respected old warrior.
They received in the most courteous manner by
General Scott and his friends. who seemed deeply
affected the occasion. Aftor tho applause ceased
Mayor GRHR read the following patriotic address,
IILUsoUs Strive come, the representativcsof the
city Of Elizabeth TO you the homage OF our respect
and veneration. You have long been accustomed In
your ourneyngs to receive populations Of coun
trymsn, who were anxious to give personal manifesto
tion Of their admiration Of your long and faithful public
SERVICE 1t is but NATURAL sir, that should hasten
TO catch glance from the eyo or receive grasp OF the
hand Of whose name while VT living has become
immortazed in history AS citizens OF Elizabeth no
less than Of New Jersey feel pride in the knowledge
that. when rotringfor from the cares and
ancient borough as the spot fhors hspsring breosss
might and win back energy and viyor TO the
hassted frame, and where kind hearts kindling with
emotions of pleasure tho presence Of tho patriot SOL
der vie with each other In their Expressions OF wei
come their midst Honored chertain Join in this
with theirs we bid you in the name Of ttis community
to remain the recipient OF its hospitality for Jerseymen
delight TO honor the heroic and the brave Far back in
the republics earlier days, when England with her le
gions dared TO contest the march or your countrys
greatness you led her virgin roors 70 conquest and to
fame who the muse Of history wrote upon the pages Of
libertys triumphs Chippewa and Lundy's Lane The
deep devotion Of your whole life TO the principles Of
constitutional liberty and the union Of these states has
been equally illustrated, whether amid the smoke OF
battle the counseing OF peace. One year ago and
the nation wep treason long had lurked in the path
way OF the repubic Cancellation, compromise, awaited
not and tina. starry banner beneath whose folds you
had often the victors wreath became foul trea
sons target as it oated above the battlements Of Sum-
Twas then tho nation Who shall forget that
hour, whom, faithful you were found among many
faithess, proving anow your loyalty and patriotism,
hold with her upon the mighty pillars Of the republic
and raise above its ruins the stars and bars Of treason
They thought that you could forsake those glorious
folds which, but few years SINCE had borne IN tr
umph to Montezumas halls, and listened to the dcafen
ing shouts OF American soldiery. it duttered the
breezss OF Mexc0s capital Thought they the declining
years Of fe consecrated TO the nobest Of purposes
would be tarnishod with reasons efforts TO destroy tho
best Of govsrnmentss They knew not Winfield Scott
Virginia gave you BIRTH New Jersey proudly you
her adoption. You will yet win your mother back and
penitent Virginia will join anow with New Jersey in
Gr Uu M np o. r @
and while with upted sword you stood by the gates OF
Washington to drive back the invaders, yet sought first
win them loyalty and to patriotism by the efforts Of
peace; and We now the witnesses how, whom they
would not YIELD you conceived those mighty plans
soon speak peace 10 contsnding armies ana give owl
dencs to the world that Union can be de-
stroyed Receive once more, sir our words Of welcome
hearts,
The address bears the signatures Of tho Mayor and
every member OF the Council.
When tho reading Of this patriotic document had
cuded, the Common Council all stood around the old
General who deeply affected owing TO the warmth Or
feeling and enthusiasm with which no greeted during
which tho silent tear observed by all present to
tickls down his check. He spoke rs follows:-
MR.. MAYOR GENTLEMEN COMMON COUNCIL AND
ErzArEmrASs-I am glad and happy to receive your
kind address, which quite unexpected. only that
received your resolutions Of Thursday should have
expected such kindness. II be TO great con-
ISOLATION in my old age be welcomed have been
since my retirement from my military position, and
say that since my arrival here my obligations many
very many indeed, for the handsome compliments that
been paid me from all parts Of the State OF New
sey have been honored with addresses from the ds-
and denominations receive visits. And TO superadd
to the amount already named, Railway last week sent
her friends and neighbors to NO. On this
cannot but thank you for all you have said respecting
me. am very poorly in health to-day; but welcome
you all old nsghbors aud friends, and hope the
end Of my days the great Supreme Being will
enable me- TO do my duty to my country
and all friends and acquaintances. Again, Mr. Mayor
and gentlemen, permit me to thank you for your very
excellent address.
The Mayor and members OF the Common Council hav.
ing convsrscd for time with the General were in
vod to inspect largo loaf Of sugar presented to him by
the Messrs. r. l.. A. Stuart the extensive confcction.
Of Now York. II in height three feet
inches, and weighs ninety pounds The delicious article
not DO touched until General Scott arrives at West
Point
The Mayor and Common Council, who were introduced
by names the veteran by Mr.. j. W. woodruff, having
taken their leave then withdrew and having adjourned
to an adjoining hotel, the Mayor, Mr.. woodruff, and
other members Of the Council entertained the whole
party to social comforts.
Colonel Monroe who was on the staff OF General Scott
is his guest, and during the proceedings appeared
fected
Board OF Aldermen.
This Board met last evening, President J. c. Henry in
the chair.
The Committee National Affairs presented q report
in favor Of adopting the ordinance appropratng
for the relief Of families Of the volunteers. minority
rsportrom the committee also sent In In favor
Of appropriating $3.50 900. The minority committee
that the duty Of relieving the families Of volunteers
should fall upon the community generally, instead Of
having appropriations made from the city finances. The
majority and minority reports wore both laid over
communication from the Street Commissioner in re-
ply TO the resolutions Of inquiry relative 70 accounts OF
standing orders, respecting the re department was re-
ferrcd TO Committee on Fire Department.
BY the usual statement from the Comptroller IL ap-
that the balance In the Treasursrs hands May IL
was $3.50, $50 70.