The daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1863-1864, 1864-02-04
Local and State News.

The RECEPTION CEREMoNIEs.-Ths re-
ception of the First Virginia Cavalry Regi.
me Mt, which arrived here on Saturday last
took place yesterday afternoon, much to
the qualification of the boys, at least, as
they knew they were to be ~furloughed as
soon as the ceremony wa over. g.
Between two and three o'clock, a car
riage containing Governor Boreman and
Mayor Crangle, in company with TIVE or
three of our citizens, preceded by q band of
music, repaired tothe Bridge corner, where
they awaited the arrival Of the regiment.
About four or five hundred of the "boys"
mounted on their horses, came over from
the camp on the Island about three O'Clock.
After forming in line, the procession head
ed by the above officials, proceeded through
the principal streets of the city. From
many houses along the route the stars and
stripes were displayed, aud at several points
the procession was greeted with cheers.
When passing the Linsley Institute, on
Fifth street, which is occupied by the Leg
islature, a large number Of the members Of
that body appeared in front of the building
and gave three cheers for the soldiers
Owing to some misunderstanding or lack of
concerted action on the part of the soldiers,
the Honorable gentlemen were overlooked,
and the compliment was not returned. .'s
The procession came to a halt in front of
the Court House, when the distinguished
gentlemen who occupid the carriage alight.
ed and mounted the steps of the building.
Governor Boreman proceeded to address
the regiment. He said they were a noble
band of self,sacrificing heroes; in all the
principal engagements in which either the
Army of the Department of Western Vir-
ginia, or the Army of the Potomac had
taken part, this regiment had been in the
van, and fought nobly and bravely. On be-
half of the citizens of this city and State,
he would welcome them to the Inequalities
of the people. But another thing should
be remembered, fellow. soldiers: you will
be ~furloughed tomorrow, when you can re-
turn to yonr homes to enjoy a months re
creation; your State and country calls for
men; l hope each of you will consider
yourselves a recruiting officer, and when,
you return to this city to organize l hope
you will have your depleted ranks flled.
At the conclusion of the Governors re-
marks, Gel. Capehart proceeded to respond.
He said the gallant soldiers under his COM
mand had been highly favored with a recep-
ton, and he could assure the citizens OF
Wheeling that such o~vations tended more
to cheer and encourage the hearts Of the
returning soldier than all the bounties that
could be given. The soldier-some people
thought-was devoid of the finer feelings;
this was a mistake; the soldier when he
entered the field was compelled as it were,
to lock up such feelings; but rest assured,
gentlemen, that these brave boys have not
orgotten the word "mother," "%sister,"
Is lover or "brother;" no indeed, they
were still capable Vi approaching home and
it's benefits. As has been truly said by your
Governor, this regiment has seen active
and efficient service, and the depleted ranks
show that they have encountered the enc
and hotly disputed him the different
battle~felds upon which they have fought
were strewn with the remains of their com
rades. and the wild mountains of Virginia
contained the tombs of many who had fall
en- while CALAMITY defending their flag. We
do not now return to our homes to stay; we
will soon again be on our way to face the
enemy; IN the meantime we hope to receive
MANY additions to our ranks. In conclu.
sion, allow me to again thank you for your
hearty reception. Hi
AT the conclusion of the Colonefs re
marks, his honor Mayor Crangle proposed
three cheers for Governor Foreman, the
State of West Virginia and the First Vir-
GINA Cavalry, which were given with q
will. The crowd then dispersed, and the
soldiers returned to their camp.
After night the soldiers returned to the
CITY, and were escorted to Washington Hall,
where they partook Of a supper prepared
or them.
THE RA1D.-For several days past there