The Portland daily press., 1868-07-15


US initiate the example and spirit of our hont
ored guest, who is the benefactor of every citi-
zen. Mr.. K, interspersed his remarks with
much humorous pleasantly, which was finely
received.
Gen. S. J Anderson was called to respond
to "Our Railroad Enterprises" Gen. A. re-
marked that "being young man and inexpe-
renced in speech making" he was surprised
at being called upon, while older and wiser
heads occupied seats so near the presiding
officer. (Laughter.) On the subject of rail-
roads he made glorious speech, showing the
great advantages which have come to Port
land since the Grand Trunk and other roads
were built, and also referred to the enterprises
in store tor this city, whereby her future will
be made greatly prosperous. The Importance
Of railroads was enlarged upon as great civil
izers and promoters Of progress. not only in
Maine but the whole country. Hon. John b.
Browns active and prominent part in all these
enterprises were eloquently alluded to, and
brought out the most enthusiastic demonstra-
tons of approval. five only exert the same
energy, said he, We will truly become the "Star
in the East"
Gen. G. f. Shepley was called to respond to
the Portland Water Company" another
great pubic benefit, which he did most ac-
ceptably giving some statistics and facts in re-
gard to the progress of that work, which we
must omit at this time for lack of space. In
conclusion he paid a most touching and feeling
aluson to Mr.. Brown and his good deeds, and
also to the worthy sons of worthy sire who
are associated with him. He also referred to
the late James Oicutt Brown-one of the no.
best and most honorable young men he ever
knew. The eloquent remarks of Gen. Shep-
ley brought tears to all eyes, and he closed
with calling for "a silent toast" to his memo
ny, which was given, all rising in stiffness and
paying tribute to the departed.
John Rand, Esq, responded for "The Legal
Profession; John A. Poor, Esq, for "Union
with the West and the Provinces; Capt
Enoch Knight, of the Star, for 1.-THE Press, .
in which he made a capital speech ON the i'm
portance and dignity as well as great services
of the press.
William Moulton, Esq, President of the
Cumberland Bank was called upon to respond
for the Banks and Finances" but he excused
himself and asked John Neal ESQ.,, to speak
for him, which he did in a few pertinent re-
marks.
Judge f. Fowler, of Bristol N. H., was call
ed on to speak for New Hampshire" which
he did, remarking that as the chairman had
suggested he should tell them how New Hamp-
shire proposed to come to Portland, he would
say, build the railroad which we have recently
had chartered and we shall become a part and
parcel of Portland.
G. J. Morris, Esq, replied to call for the
Merchants of Portland"
G. e. B. Jackson, Esq, answered for the
Portland Rolling Mills, and read some appro-
pirate verses which had been sent for the &C.
casion, by Hon. William Freeman, of Cherry
field, former resident and one who took great
interest in our city. The lines are as follows:
TO THE FRIENDS AND RESIDENTS OF PORTLAND
And now behold that stately Pile!
Tn, travellers wish'd for home,
Where all will inter with a smile,
Who to its portals come.
1t is the work OF JOHN b. BROWN
Whose spirit never tires
In aiding objects, W ich renOwn,
Or common want requires.
Then while its spacious walls you praise,
So grandly plannd and done,
You should a grateful p.audit raise
More justly due and won,
For him, who has at length supplied
The home which you have sought;
AMI which will be a joy and pride,
Both i'll your sight and thought.
Long may it stand and prove to all
"WhO round the world have been,"
They f0und the welcome, Poets call
1.-The warmest at an Inn"
The spanged banner streams again
Above roof, to prove
That freedom has secured her reign,
And sweli'd the Patriots love.
While borne upon that tow'ring height,
Its starry folds shall wave,
To give welcome and delight
To all the loyal braves.
Who fought to vanquish freedoms foe,
And save the land from shame,
And in rebelon's overthrow,
To win immortal fame.
Whatever name it may receive
To make its being known,
In your regard it cannot live,
So henOrd as his own
While friends and strangers come to share
he comforts found within,
May nothing be encouraged there
Which leads to want or sin.
There is rich reward for those
Who spend t, cir lives to bless,
And if on earth the rize they lose,
They will in Heaven possess.
Col John M. Brown was called out and was
greeted with hearty enthusiasm. He said it
was true that John B. Brown deserved all
that has been said OF him. If the citizens only
knew of the anxiety and thought which his
father had experienced, the past few years es-
pecially, they would be sure that this occasion
was certainly deserved one. He remarked
that every man should be honored for what he
is and not for the accidency of birth. Every
young man should endeavcr to follow the ex-
ample of such public benefactors.
He closed by offering the following toast,
which was finely received:
Our Young Men-May they do and be for Portland
more and better than their fathers.
The occasion closed with hearty cheers for
Hon. John B. Brown, Messrs. Ramsay &
Wheeler the proprietors of the Falmouth Ho-
tel, the President of the evening, and by the
singing of "Auld Lang Syne." The affair
will long be remembered as worthy tribute to
Portlard's worthy citizen, John B. Brown.