New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1864-06-06
Stand No. 4.

Stand No. 4.
The meeting at Stand No. was called TO
order by the Hon. f. A CoSKIISG, whs nominated the
Hon GEO. OPDYKE as Chairman. After prayer by the
Rev. MIR. RooLE, Mr.. OPDrKE said
Fellow Citizens: feel highly honored that the Com
nitee of Arrangements have selected me 10 preside on
this occasion. L regret however. that lndlsposluon
viii render it impossible for 70 address you at length
but congratulate yOu the fact that there are many
gentlemen present who will do better justice to the sub
Feet which these resolutions suggest upon this occasion
than can. The Hon. Judge DAILY will now read the
resolutions.
SPEECH OF THE HON. G. P. DAILY.
I rise 10 present series of resolutions ex
panatory Of the objects Of this meeting and which
thew meet with your appreciation will lie expressive OF
the sense OF IT, In these resolutions II is proposed u
declare appreciation OF what has been accomplished
and our confidence in the determination and ability OF
the Army Of the Potomac its officers and men, 10 carry
the old flag Of the Republic 10 the center Of the City OF
Richmond and plant in that square where stands the
monument of Washington. The issues of battle are I'M
der the control Of Providence and oil is proper for
to do is TO see the in the field The commander Of
the Army Of the Potomac, Who by series Of strategic
movements which IL was not in the power Of the able
General OF the Confederscy to prevent, has placed his
army before Richmond. and gets communication with
Washington in a hours; while by destroying the means
Of communication in his rear he has placed II beyond
the power OF Gen. Lee to repeat his previous maneu'
vers and threaten Washington by passing over the
roads Of the Northern States. The intelligence which
an important yictory-that Grant ii now within the
lines Of Richmond which it has not been in power
to do before and our troops have captured the outer
intrenchments lCheers i do not wish 10 speak
In too positive spirit Or il does not become rs %
talk in respect 10 contests Of such responsibility
but Judging from the situation feel confidence in
that General who has never failed 10 anything he
b9s ever attempted, and l express my strong con.
viction that our long ancipa ons will be soon realized
by the news Of the capture Of Rehpond for his posi-
that 1t viii not be in the power OF Lee TO prevent the
entry of Grant into the Rebel capital say it's capture
is inevitable. Ii Richmond is taken. then the military
strength Of the Confederscy 10 gone, and what will
main can only express Itself in spssmodic efforts.
iCheers Fellow citizens it is our duty to recognize
every soldier of the Republic; and If we don't do 1t,
history will. We have to-day to express graft
ncatiOn 10 the soldiers in the field, and II We don't do IL
should be stingy in the extreme. have said Eel
low-citizens if Richmond is taken the military strength
Of the Confederacy brOken but after that series Of
considerations arise II ia easier 10 conquer reluctant
people than 10 govern them The idea of applying 70
them the European system il this free Republic would
be absurd. great duty viii De imposed upon us-a
heavy responsibility. Ii win be time, in reference TO
the future give up the habit of calling who hap
pen &c differ with in regard to the policy to be pur
sued, "Copperheads.' We can, If We Ike. dispense
with unnecessary l1xuries it Is heartess to indulge in
battle field with their blooi-sacrcng al that is dear
TO them for the defense Of their country and its nsttu
lions viii now, felow:citizens take the liberty Of
reading the following resolutions:
Reted That the series OF military successes-the capture
Of Fort DoneOn the taking OF Vcksburs tho seizure Of the
OF the Army Of the Potomac against formidable natural
eles heavy opposing force and tklful General within
beArins upon the successful issue Of for
public expression OF the OBJ cations which the American PEG
soldier under his command.
Resoirsd That the cooperative efforts Of the Army Of
Cumberland under Msoren sherman in its
the mountains and descent upon the plains OF north
en- Georgia cal for an expression Of admiration for the
tegc skill and ability displayed by Its commander aud for the
anniess courage and donabe perseverance exhibited
both officers and men.
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war; the American Navy has maintained its high character
To its cooPerston indebted for the opening Of the Mis-
fissippL In its stregh and efficiency have found
chief security sgsins foreign nterenoe and the cumulative
character OF It's deeds been TO claim in equal pro
portion the tribute which Is due soldiers and 10
Re.olsed That the movement. which are now transnn, IN
compelling the enemy to re-st within smaller geographical
limits while forces have the ability 10 advance upon biz
several quarters Il tho same time ,bow
the wisdom Of eonhdns The sole direction and
military operations TO one General Otsoer Thet having
commands TO civilians who whatever may DO their general
capacity have not the necessary military education
policy and upon the fact responsible trust is been
placed In the hands Of who has the universal confidence
Rsolred That at period snce the beginning OF hotie,
hs: the prospect been favorable at present Of speedy
necessary that army should be GENTLY and rapidly
reinforced that every effort should be 70 stimulate en-
She requisite and should come forward and share
IN the honors which win follow them through He having
patriotism the Republic was saved.
R<sored, independent all distinctions
political preferences declare our uner
determination TO unite Ia the prosecution Of the war with
all our vigor and all might until those who have raised
their ands asainst the eest and liberal Goyernmept
upon earth shall lay down their and submit 10 the Con
stiiuton aud the laws. Il
Mr.. OPpYKY-The Committee Of Advancement have
received numerous letters from the President Of the
United States and others which win be read, with
your permission by Mr.. j. W. White /
Mr.. WHyE then read the following letters;
LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT. Il
EXECUTIVE MANSION, WASHINGTON, June 8, 1854
Hon. r. A. CoyxlIEG and Others. l.
GENTLEMEs: Your letter inviting ne to be
present at meeting Of the loyal citizens 10 be held
New York the 9Th Instant for the purpose OF expressing
rratitude 70 Lieut. Gen Grant for his signal services
,eived yesterday. Jisimpossible for ne 70 send ep
nstsn Gen Grant ne noble armies under his d.
ection NY previous gh estimate Of Gen Grant las been
iuafhed and ~ what has occurred In the remark
ble campaign coDductng while the Insgnsd and
task before him does not prove less than ex
ected He and bis brave soldiers now in the midst Of
beiy r-eat ttil aud trust that at your meeting you
m 20 ape your good words that they may turn to men and
an. moving to bis and theif support, A. 1,ycorS
,sr!rTR PROM GOV. CURTIN OF PENNSYLVANIA.
.71 HARRTsBuRG June g. 1864.
GENTLEMEN: i have TO acknowledge your letter
the st OF May which received this morning on my re
- nom Pittsburgh much chagrued that the pressure
M e blsiless here from Accepting the ipv
10 be present te meeting Tomorrow IN honor oil oeh
rant. e.. =. .-.,.t...a 4. A.
ossov of the gratitude which al people feel iof ms
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