The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1867-06-07
THE PRESIDENTS TOUR.
SPECIAL TElfGRas 10 The HERALD.

THE PRESIDENTS T0OR.
SPECIAL TElEGRas TO THE HERALD
Reception of the Presidential Party Chapel
Hni. North OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES Of the Plsest-
dent. DIR. Swnyne. of the University. Secre-
tary Seward, Postmaster General Randall
and General SicLies.
CuAruL Hill, N c., June s, 1867.
After taunt Of three hours and half by rail and
STAGE the Presidential party arrived hero at past
In tho afternoon, and received with State
monals By Dr. swayne, OF the University who deliver
ON the occasion the usual address OF welcome DR..
Swayns began BY bidding tho President heart
iy Welcome 70 the State OF North Cardinals
ancient university In che republic OF learning
and letters, be said. 20 parties wore known, and no
hoped the time might como when party spirit would DO
less rampant N poltica Dr. Swayne proceeded
pliment the administrative ability OF the Presidens
making various classical illusions after the university
fashion, and remarked, in conclusion that North Caro-
na had great 70 be proud Of the honesty nssg
ry and zeal In the performance Of bis duties which had
been manifested by Andrew johnson.
THE rR@IDnHr's sPsnM
In response to the address Of Governor Swayne Mr..
johnson spoke a foliows:-
Mr.. PRESIDENT AND LADIES GxEnsnES:- II return
thanks for this mAnifostati0n OF
respect ana regard not only from the FACULTY ana stu
dents OF this university, but also from the large con-
or people who have assembled here TO bid vel
come should be false to the State which gave mo
birth were to say that this reception Is not TO mo
occasion OF peculiar qualification II matters not what
advantages may be conferred upon by institutions
Of learning or by the kindness OF friends If any
would succeed he must roy upon his energies for
success. have been rejecting, while l walking
along the road conversng with cavaryman that for
and, | was about TO say almost penniless with
scarcely money enough 70 pay my expenses to the
cannot boast, can many within the sound Of
my voice. OF great learning, and although left my
native State for crime, but seek elsewhere the
fortune which circumstances had denied me ut home,
still say, with all the warmth OF my heart, that
proud OF old North Carolina, and tha6 still love,
with all the enacty OF carly passion the soil upon
which my infant feet first rod. Returning for brief
time among my early associations and friends, claim
honor but that OF having made earnest effort to
perform what conceived to be my duty My object in
public life has always been TO sustain tho institutions Of
free government and throughout my career Ihavo laid
It down fundamental tenet that merit alone In the
broadcast OF the term should constitute the basis
of all fundamental institutions in society have steadily
adhered to the principle, that when We undertake
70 perform duty should good conscience,
in my public acts have always done what deemed
for the public good and the constitution OF country
which has been my guide and controlling principle
or action. am for sustaining all its provisions, the
constitution made through the wisdom OF our fathers
and cemehcd by their blood and for maintaining in
all its original simplicity and integrity When
depart from the constitution the soidly Of
free institutions must be relatively impaired The
government which has power to enforce the laws
fails Of its main object and public rights are all at
sea And here may venture say that trust that
ono OF the leading studies this university will be
the principles Of constitutional law and the nature OF
free government love my country, and regard
the constitution tho palladium OF our safety and OF
our liberties BY It In the future ~ have In the
past, I intend to stand firmly for our prin-
All Of
meaning, they sufficiently expressive 70 embrace In
their wide scope not only al the states o. sns cn,0n
Conn Commenoomsn. exercises While am spesfinsf can
tion to cultivate application OF learning practical
usefulness, reminding them, a. young mon, that the
road TO emnence and success ID open 10 all
The President having been frequently interrupted BY
rounds OF applause. hero concluded and the band
having played several patriotic airs, among which
tho Star Spanglod Banner Dr. swain introduced secre
tary Seward, who spoke briefly and In substance -
follows
Mr. Seward began by exhorng his hearers 70 forget
the disa grecabo events Of the past and bend all their
energies consolidate the public good. A. the present
time there eclipse passing our constellation
from the Southern lines He did not believe with the
eclipse could obliteate the constellation
1t principle OF the American people TO extend their
from heaven Give and your southern support
whom TO this place again viii show you
that consolidation not only complete butembracel
| the stars Of the Southern Cross.
srERcH POSTMASTER GENERAL RANDALL.
Postmaster General RANDALL, tho jovai wag Of the
",
sayins in sxordium, that ne could not assent 70 the
Of tho remark that the President Of ths
ga Son. The President prodigai from his
fathers estate The State gave him nothing, and his
nilsss and come back with plenty, and loaded with
distinction, the propeling spirit stopping ~ nothing
When duty called him 70 ns -.
OF the Postmaster General amid which no retired 70 the
rear
or oESEnAL sIcKLxs.
Loud calls made for General Sickles who, step.
ping forward addressed the concourse briefly and with
2. rather ses. in' muse
Mr. PREnpHSr, AND LADIES AND GssrrRnM IL thank
you for this reception OF soldier whose position would
necessarily compel you to regard him with moro or less
Of aversion l am not, however bog 70 remind you.
responsible for the enactment OF the laws which, -
compelled to carry out Il pleasing duty 70 me also
70 bear testimony the presence OF the President
have done elsewhere that in the very difficult and
I may be permitted 10 say arduous performance Of
nv duties have had, almost without exception, tho
aid and cooperation Of the people, and have been
sustained by the opinion, countsnance and encour.
aaeuent OF the greater portion Of the citizens OF
the Caroinas. I am happy 70 add that no people OF
whom have over read or heard, among whom have
lived have ever borne or could themselves
With more dignity, prudence, honor and regard for
good order than have been exhibited BY this people
under The particular and exceptional circumstances
amid which they acted Gentlemen, | most heartily
thank you.
MONIES OF the reception having been concluded, the
marty was escorted by Pres dent Swan through the Col
lcee building and the grounds adjoining
The commencement exercises take place tomorrow,
and tomorrow evening . grand ball VIII 90 given IN
honor Of the President
Tho President Invited 10 Visit Pctcrsburg, Va.
The Mayor and members OF tho City Council OF Peters
burg have addressed letter OF invitation 70 President
Johnson requesting him TO accept the Inequalities Of
the CITY, but tho President las notified Captain Mill
ward Of the spottswood House, that he shall arrive
to evening In Richmond. IL Is likely the invita-
ton will have TO be declined.
NEWS FROM NEW oRlEAMs
Brujas, II. Flanders Appointed Goverser el
Louisiana.
Nxw ORLKASs, June e--l0 p. n
The following order hAs just been issued