The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1867-10-23

Reception Of General Sheridan NJ Bristol
and NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. and Ovatisas
NJ Both Places.
PHovDusc., Oct ~, 1857
General shsaidan reached Bristol at two O'Clock this
menins tho steamer from New York. accompanied By
Governor Burnside ana Adju.ant General Aaurau- A.
sx O'Clock the bells Of the town were runs. salute
was Arsd By the Bristol srsry. and che General vas
escorted 70 the residences Of General Richmond lBurn
sides Adu.ant General during the war, for breakfast
Afterwards Sheridan escorted BY the military TO the
Common, who're no introduced to the people by
General Richmond, and responded - follows
LADIES GsrrLsxss-I regret that the very severe
cold have to-day prevents my expressing myself fully
am exceedingly grateful to you for tsn kind greeting
shall rscoect with the greatest pleasure IS long "a
live. had during the war some troops from Rhode
Island and feel grateful TO tho State account Of the
met you, aud my thanks sincerely for your
kindness and friendship this morning
After singing BY the school children and half an hour
Of hand shaking, tho General escorted the
and started for Providence
AZ Warren tho cars stopped and . crowd gathered.
General Burnside introduced General sheridan fol-
lows
MT FRnsps-I am glad to introduce to you General
Sheridan, who In known to you all one OF tho
distinguished officers during tho late REBEL on-a
who is distinguished only for his galanry and
efficiency In the neld but for the great wisdom with
which he had conducted civil affairs which have been
entrusted to his charge | know that you oil regard
him highly and will be glad will oil the citizens OF
Rhode Island, TO give him hearty Welcome. have
tho honor OF pres ntlng to you Major General Sher
idan. Three cheers for Sheridan
General Sheridan responded briefly, and the train
moved on
Al Drounervie Governor Burnside introduced
Rev. Francis Horton, 70 which the General responded
Tho train reached Providence about eleven O'Clock
General Sheridan met At the depot by committee
Of the City Council, tho chairman OF VIII ich, Mr..
William Binney, thus addressed HIM
MAJOR GENERAL SmRIDAr-As committee OF tho
City Council Of Providence we welcome you TO
city. Her ctzens salute you through U.S. Some OF
them have followed you TO victory the day when
our country needed arms, and oil Of them rejoice TO
meet you now whom her need ID great ever OF the
hearts and brains which made those arms victorious
In your person they greet not military rcnown alone,
although that is .he fst Order but what they
hgher-a constant and tDdomitablc patrio ism.
In Rhode Island hold the patriot soldier always
dear hearts aud always welcome 70
homes, and receive yol cord ally to ours.
The Mayor OF the CITY waits to coudrm welcome
The residence OF the Governor where vito your permits
that Of the republic In which ycrr dams - nds
enrolled Your escort Is OF the en- soldiers OF tho
Slate. Your friends surround you '1d are all who ad
mire courage genius los atty and have learned
regard tho Of General odan a. an expression Of
them all We hope you WI regret FOR little
wn,le 70 have pl ched your tent among us.
After brior response General Sheridan was escorted
Doyle, VINO welcomed him a. foliows:.As the repre-
sentative Of the manicpA authorizes Of Providence
the honor TO welcome you TO our city today vel
Sheridan Is q household word for deeds OF valor and
patriotsIn. welcome la tho name OF tn 40 brave
mon proved their de- otion 10 their country
by giving themselves to her service aud n
portion Of whom from this city under your command
ass Sled IL making Winchester glorious forever. We
thank for your visit to our city. We rel lice nj
the opportunity Of meeting officer whose cheer ny
words cUud 50 inspire an army ~ to change disastrous
reut into glorlous triumph aud iniict one OF the
heaviest boss upon tho mighty rebellion. We honor
you Tor the success es you have achieved, and In so
doiug honor thousands and Of thousands Of
true you often led TO vico'y. ami also
honor the memory OF those slcsp tho sleep u
yat0t dead For al that you have dono IN the past for
lib rty for justice and for country, wherever you
may Y, The prop OF Prov deuce viii follow you with
their blessings and tho gratitude
General shetidan responded as follows.
s.M MAYOR II have not Ian uass TO express the graf
ituie feel toward the citizens OF Providence and
yourself for this very KIND reception. hope snail
continue merit the marks OF respect that been
Slit bcre TO-DAY, aud that by no act OF mine stall
forfeit your good will ard confidence"
The General was then escorted through the principal
streots city by tho entire division Of Rhode Isud
militia under command Of Gcnerai Daniel-, tho Grand
Army o the Republic, nearly four hundred strong FORM
ing special guard OF honor At tue close OF tho pro-
cesslcn General Sheridan reviewed the troops Ex-
change place.
Tue parade was probably the finest military demon.
stration witnessed In the State. Tho city was
crowded with people from all the county towns. Tho
troops commanded universal admifaou.
General sheridan received vocal and floral tributes all
along the line OF march The streets were decorated
with flags, bunting. mot ocs &c.
Governors mansion BY the Gland Army OF the Rspnb
lic who marched to the place In to ehlght procession
with q brilliant display OF hreworks Tho American
brass band furnished the music Brief speeches were
made by General Sheridan, Governor burnside and
Major Doyle. II
versty ard hold levec at the CITY Hall, and In the
afternoon will be the guest Of Colonel Amasa sprssue At
Mar ueolt