The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1867-06-04

inexperienced boy, to make my way In the world.
turning here to-day begin inquire where those
left behindY In the language OF poetry ITSELF
THE friends q my childhood Where are theyg" a
10 other lands ha, complied with the nexoraole
and irresistible call and have passed 10 that undiscovered
again ask, friends of my childhood, where theyf
Where the Haywo0ds, Hunters and Lanes Where
the Pearces, the Registers and Smiths and Jonesess
Where Is the long list OF men who lived at that day.
and who commanded respect for consancy TO principles
APp Under these e. s.,e could feel
you and, to indulge in self adnation say
feel proud or tho demonstrations my honor by the
citizens OF my native land
M Essas A 20 sas s s Ss . ssH 50 dead
Tbsis my own, my native lsnds
(Appause This is not the time occasion 10 discuss
the political issues which disturb the public mind; but
aiusion has been made to my first going out from
opDon 70 The Of the
ment have adhered to them and to the constitution
the Union and The flag OF my country. tAppausel
When went out from among You, and from the time
became connected with politics, laid down
az my rule conscientious performance Of
my guide tapplause,; and by these. whether in
prosperity or adversely, have always been guided and
controlled and. come veal woe. in high places or low
places, with the constitution as my guide, with my
hand laid on the altar Of my country will leave these
great principles for those who 70 follow. (Appanse)
One OF my leading enets has been the prosperity OF the
great mass VI the people, holding that all persons. with
OFT gard to condition color should be esteemed
corning 10 tDer intrinsic merit or WOrn edving cacn 70
rise ON his own merit courage and energy. Let this be
the standard that 10 every may be assigned his
truo position trust ana hope instead Of discussing
party issues creating factions between North South,
East West, that all will exert themselves for the
restoration OF the Union Of these States that the flag
may float conented and prosperous people. (Ap-
plause) Let my friends, repair the breaches made
bv the var, and restore the Union; this being accom-
plished may then make such issues as the public
prosperity and safety demand Lot ms
erace from our minds the memory Of the
past; lot US pour oil on the troubled waters, and
N Aaa haa, mt
object; but let this pass simply TO this place In
compliance with your invitation to participate in an
of one who was few years ago in midst This has
not emanated, as understand, from any particular
quarter or family One word to you, young men, There
is much ead as TO educational advantages, Ne, but
II any OF you wish to succeed or In common phrase
make yourselves men, you will have TO do so through
your own exertions. know some OF you are familiar
with the hardshps and fiery trials through which have
passed during the time that has elapsed since left
IL is not for me to say whether succeeded not
Let that be as II may my is nearly run. am
asprant for anything. The way is open for all All
places Of emoument and distinction are before
you. There are here few Of those in whose
hands the administration OF the government
is placed. We are passing away; the next wave
place. and our work viii fall into other hands
Therefore the greater should be efforts prepare
yourselves for the responsibilities that must in time Do
voive upon you. In conclusion, permit me to tender
you my thanks for this cordial welcome extended through
your distinguished representative the Governor OF the
State. Though she sent ne out penness and friend.
less, and did not afford those advantages which you
enjoy, and though returning cannot do so In
ana Subtraction she nv mother, and whatever may
have been her delnquences love her still. ladies
and gentlemen let mo again express my heartfelt thanks
for this and sincere welcome returning 10 this
my native city.
The President he retired, repeatedly applauded.
SECRETARY SEWARD
Secretary Seward, having been loudly called for,
said:-
L.Dns AND GKSrIEMES or NORTH CARoLISA:--IAkc my
great chief who preceded. Is not my purpose 10 mako
speech. Having come with HIM his native city
panion and friend am entitled 10 suk out OF the scene
feel the touching solemnty o. the occasion me pes,
1t Is only one more citizen OF Raleigh come home again
owe you one word Of acknowledgment. however, fer
the willingness have shown to see and hear me-
not always; 1t will, trust in God DO so here
after; Applaasel AND i !. be not 80 hereafter i
and not mine: Yes! yes! y have one word to say
about the political situation When tho idle and mis-
peace was uttered noticed well that when tile tompter
went about he placed his mouth at tho ear Of North
Carolina, and she went out with the resbnt most 10th
and the last Of ALL have not forgotten that after the
OF violence and passion had begun 70 subsde and
the rainbow was distinguished By the f..,ss. tnis
olive branch inviting the wanderers 10 come homo again.
North Carolina nuered and fastened to return 10 the
TO depart you have bad my refusal TO stay
You have always my heart to como and stay IN what
way you can como white, come black, come mixed,
altogeher only Come, and all shall be well again.
lApplausel Ml
TIE POSTMASTER. GENERALS SPEECH
Postmaster General Randall, who was next called for,
said:-
II does not become me TO talk much In such place
after what yon have heard from the President and the
Secretary Of Staie simply come forward to express my
thanks Tor your gooi-wii: come as q companion ana
him young man going out from among you With
out place to lay his head with no place to call his
own and you see him return with the highest honors
heaped upon him. You have him going out
foot and return in chariot President Of forty millions
Of people, hPpaass H. Is ws .ssa suo ~. spec, ss,
may there is position that energy enterprise
honesty and intelligence may not reach which qualities
without the Presidents bending the supple hinges Of the
knee have led the people TO give him the highest public
place oanh IL good 70 reach high positions, but
come when il will DO asked not what wealth gained,
and power We gained, and power we acquired, bat be-
yond this win be tho inquiry L 'Ss world any better Ter
people because he Is OF the people. IL an honorable
journey he has made hther holding IN Affection the
memory VI his father He mas eit all The duties OF his
high Office 10 pay solemn tribute " departed WORTH
Mr. Randall was applaudsd - be retired.
STITCH or GgrERAL ncELks.
Major General sickss vocfsrously called for and
appeared ON the balcony He greeted with repeated
applause and spoke ~ follows
respond with pleasure 10 obedience 10 your sum-
mons 70 make my acknow Judgments for your kind and
courteous reception. hers to-day 70 Join you 10
paying honor TO your fellow citizen and friend the
President Of the United States q the source Of much
tngushed guest aud his hopored associates, that they
have only received spontaneous and cordial vel
come from the people, but that all has been we'll
ordered BY the authorities Of the stae and Of Raleigh
No can fail observe that this aesemblage h Of
the greatest respecaoy and decorum, and that M
stance Of disorder has occurred 70 mar the dig
nifty and pleasure OF the occasion. CONFIDENT that. 70
gratifying 10 the Chief Magistrate and the Cabinet MIN
stc who present 70 witness the bearing
Of the people Of this capital II " my pleasing duty 70
testify - the President that what he has seen to-day IN
the capital prevails everywhere the broad surface
Of your noble state
General sickIes was applauded as he retired.
The assembIage, which large, after cheering the
Presidents retired from the vicinity Of the hotel.
Prominent citizens then presented TO the Pres-
dent ievee being held, and after sumptuous dinner
the ceremonies OF the occasion were concluded.
Tue President. In company with Secretary Seward,
walked through the streets Of Raleigh, pointing out
various interesting localities and occasionally stopping
TO shake hands with an old friend
large number Of strangers in the city from all
parts OF the stats.
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