Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1865-07-14
vas called on Tor speech, but declined

was called on for speech, but declined
making one, and called out Gen. Geiger
who spoke for some time In humorous
strain, which afforded much amusement.
II. T. Chittenden, Esq, called out Gen
j. G. Mitchell, who declined making q
speech, but called upon DR.. Dorsey, the
Treasurer Of State, to speak in his stead
The Doctor made one of his set speeches,
which, however, had the merit of being
| briefer than usual. ... u,.r. .r
Gen. Darlington was next called on for a
speech, who gave as a sentiment-"The
National Guard of Ohio" His remarks
were chiefly in vindication of himself for
remaining in the service at home, while
other commanders were in the front, facing
the rebellious foe. .|F .t-' .'"p
Colonel John Noble proposed as senti-
| ment:
The Soldiers who lost their lives In re-
tanning the Union of the States. ..,
This toast was responded to by Henry G.
Noble, Esq, in very creditable and we'll
timed speech. l
Mr.. Buttles, member of the City Council,
proposed as toast-"The Drafted Men. of
Ohiop-and called upon s. s. Henkle, Esq ,
Draft Commissioner, for response. Mr..
Henkle made very pleasant and humor-
GUS speech, which created no little merri-
ment. .,re"m.y d
After some remarks by Mr.. Donaldson,
Of the City Council, in reference to the
qualification eltby the city authorities and
the citizens, with the presence of General
Sherman and the agreeable exercises of the
day, the dinner party, as if by common
consent, adjourned sine die. .,,.l,
| a- -,. VISIT TO THE OPERA HOUSE. u
Owing in great part doubtless to the ex-
pected visit of Gen. Sherman at the Opera
House, it began to be filled at an early hour
last evening. The people continued to pour
in until the seats above and below were all
occupied, and many were compelled to re-
main standing. Before the curtain rose,
Gen. Sherman, accompanied by the Mayor,
the Reception committee of the City Coun-
Gil, aud other gentlemen distinguished in
military and civil life, entered the Opera
House, and were conducted to the boxes.
which had been previously prepared for
their reception, and elegantly draped and
rfestoOned with flags and other national en-
blems. .'... OH. 'a" .Ir.0
AS soon as the General entered the pro-
scenium, he was saluted by general clap
ping of hands and cheering from the audi
ence, which were continued until he entered
the box assigned him, when, as he stood
up in full view of the assembly, and
gracefully bowed his acknowledgment OF
the welcome given him, the demonstrations
were redoubled.
The band of the 18th U. s. Infantry was
present, and made, as usual, splendid mu-
sic. The curtain rose, and Mr.. j. G. How
ard appeared on the stage and recited, amid
the cheers and plaudits of the audience, the
fine poem of "Sherman's March to the
Sea-" The presence of the Hero of the
poem seemed to add zest to the lines, and
make the glowing words still more effect
i've and forcible. e
Sergeant Childers next appeared upon
the scene, and went through with his skill
tul and agile musket and bayonet exercise
After some delay, the plays advertised fol
the evening, were commenced, Gen. Sher.
man remaining for some time, apparently q
pleased and gratifled spectator. On his re.
firing, the same demonstrations of regard
and esteem were manifested, as greeted him
on his entrance.