The New York herald., 1862-11-13
MOVEMENTS or GEN. MCCLELLAN.
The Reception In .seIphia.


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The Reception i'm PhiIasfeIphias
tFrom tho Press, Nov 12.l
The feeling OF curiosity TO SEQ the late Commando
the Army of the Potomac, which has obtained IN o
community since Sunday last at which time IL was aA
nounced that General Mcclellan had been ordered 70
port at Trenton has increased daily. The enthusas tn
partay Of tho sodiery present CITY, and thsiI
appreciation OF the military abilities Of their former
General, induced somewhat general demonstration on
the part Of both the military and The people During
yesterday and the day previous the arrival every train
at the Baltimore depot was regularly heraded BY shout
and cheer Tor Mcclellan, while the occupants Of the
cars were repeatedly cross examined by anxious in
qurers to the whereabouts Of the great General En-
thusiasm and curiosity always Contagious and there
fore it is not surprising that after nearly three days
expectancy the commander Of a noble army should be
welcomed to his home by the spontaneous paudts Of his
fellow citizens.
Prearatiops were made to receive General Mcclellan
yesterday afiern6oh as it confidently believed he
M0a ~ Rs I e q Se om wsn n
tendsnce at the depot the recruiting sergeants for the
regiments in the field were drawn up in line, under com
mand OF Sergeant Fox of Rushs Lancers The people
sembled large numbers and their welcoming outbursts
applause rang through the building as the cars entered
the depot IN fow moments, however It was ascer.
tanned that General Mceisu was not on the tain though
rumor said he woutd arrive at eleven O'Clock T. A. The
bands then retired and the crowd slowly dispersed
having with them BireeIas Band, seenaded Dr. Mccel
Ian, brother OF the General at his resienc IN Walnut
street. and aso General Patterson at Thirteenth and
Locust streets
Soon after this a despatch ras received from Balt-
stating that General Mcclellan had just left that
city and would bs in phiiadepha about midnight Az
1t generally expected that ne would stop over night
at the Continental Hotel, large crowd coeced NJ that
place. and cheer after cheer rent the air. When the
Washington train come thought that tbs General
had taken privne conveyance to the Continental and,
upon the arrival Of the hotel coach with the Washington
announcement was made from the bacoay that the
General had not arrived upon which the disappointed
crowd returned to their homes.
SCENES AT THE DEPOT.
ntnr Inn nd hUt t1n', rNd
rived at the baltimore depot about ten O'clock where
large crowd OF citizens also in waiting The door of
the depot guarded by policemen, and none were al
lowed to enter except passengers bound for Washington
The crowd outside whed away time by alternate cheers
for Mcclellan and the Army OF the Potomac Birgtold's
band stationed Prime street. above the depot and
played continuous strain Of patriotic airs which kept
up the enthusiasm to fever heat About eleven O'Clock
the pand inside the depot and played the "Red
White and Bluo" amid great cheering whistle from
the locomotive was heard In the distance and cry OF
Hcre he comes rang through the building lhe tops Of
the freight and the passenger thick with
boys and The train did come but 1t brought disap
pontment, for Mcclellan was not passenger Yet there
was little disposition shown the part Of the crowd to
leave. They again amused themselves with singing and
cheering. DR.. Mcclellan was during the whole Of the
evening, inside the ticket oce and was not recognized
until he emerged with the conductor when he proceeded
outside the depot to await the coming OF the train The
knowing ones observed this movement, and large num-
bers followed. About twenty minutes after eleven the
first whistle of the approaching train was heard the loco
motive rushing along leaving the cars to be anked
into the depot Instantly the crowd outside rushed to-
the building but they had sooner got inside than
the train In which General Mcclellan was reached Broad
street. The band then struck up Hail to the Chief and
character Cheer after cheer went up rs for McCe
Ian and then for the Army Of the Potomac These were
repeated time after tme In response TO loud calls for
sSpcech "Speech the General appeared upon tho back
platform. The crowd pressed around hn, every one de-
esced In their The hand shaking process continued
for about fifteen minutes, when order was somewhat re-
stored, and tho General said
HIS SPEECH.
hovo to nv
this kindness you have shown loft your brothers
and your sons too recently to justify me In making
deed sad have nothing to say you further, and
don't think you will expect speech from me- (Cheers
These few words received with intense enthusi-
asm The then moved of and tho General took his
seat in the car number Of psrsols officiating s police
men in order 70 prevent too great rush upon the plat
form Several Of the windows Of the car were utterly
smashed and two which were open were made use
gain entrance which operation was accomplished
IN several instances.
SCENES ALONG PRIME STREET.
The train moved down Prime street at brisk rate, the
crowd following from tho depot, keeping up universal
ons u nnsr ns ans The train
quicker and did the people. Those OF them who could
oothod on the steps Of the car platforms main
tanned their slight tenure with desperate tenacity Oc
casonaly some unucky wight would slip from his perch
into the sush Of the street. while the more fortu-
nate chuckled over their sudden downfall Once the
speed the Stacked, when impeuous rush was
made by the unaggng concourse rapidly approaching in
car which contained the General but the train again re-
Stunning its increased speed the enthusiasts round ne
cessary in order to get along quicker, to save their
wind by keeping their mouths shut.
The last halted IN front Of the refreshment ga
looms when TO repeated cries for Mcclellan,
the General appeared at Of the car Windows and,
leaning out exter ded his right hand TO the crowd Il
Immediately qrasped by the hands OF at least dozen
persons The rush for "shake'' would have formed
nns scene for the pencil OF tho artist In grateful return
for the compliment Of his profered friendship, the mo
chanc the aborer-ths rich and the pooral alike Joy
fully accepted the token Of fellowship In the great cause Of
Genetal
and earnest not dsiicate pressure put rea
The boat having been cen
the shoulders Of the people, on board parting checr
proclaimed his departure. II was two o'clock this morn
Ing when the General left the wharf.
McClellan's Arrival and Reception at
Trenton.
TRENTON, N j., Nov. IL, 1862.
Geheral Mcclellan arrived In this city at four O'Clock
this morning. with portion OF hs sia and Immediately
proceeded 10 the State Street House, There was no ex
citement.
The lateuess Of the hour prevented demonstration on
the part Of the citizens OF Trenton who thronged the
railroad depot during the day, anxousy awaiting his ar
rival.
Tho General is accompanied BY tho following members
Of his staF-Colone Z. H. Wright, Lieut. Colonel Edward
Mckay Hudson Lieut. Colonel A. v. Coburn, Lieut. Colo
mol Radowitz and J. G. Duane.
Brigader General Marcy, chief Of the sta and father
inaw Of General Mcclellan arrived here on Saturday
and IL also at the State street House.
Mrs Mcclellan and Mrs. Marcy are also here.
The party were rather tired and jaded With their long
journey and soon retired 10 their rooms 70 rest.
This morning large crowds Of the citizens Of Trenton
are beginning collect around the hotel anxious TO greet
the General and this evening they contemplate 70 give
him grand ssrenads Many Of our principal citizens are
already moving In the matter.
Strangers rapidly arriving from New York and fhi'
adsphia and in few days IL Is expected that the city
Of Trenton win DO quite an object Of curiosity.
Tho General has expressed wish 70 remain In quiet
and desires 70 avoid any excitement or ovation.
TRENTON, Nov. l2-12P. N.
General Mcclellan has kept within doors to-day and re-