The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1869-04-10

PRESENTATION OF CANE TO MAJOR G. L,
BUST AT a meeting Of She Young America Fire
Engine Company, held some time since, resolu-
ton was adopted for the appointment Of q commit.
tee to procure suitable testimonial to be presented
to Major G. L. Bust, tangible proof of the esti.
nation in which he was held by the members. The
committee performed the duty entrusted TO them,
and on Thursday evening waited Major Buist at
his residence, taking him somewhat by SURPRISE
After an explanation of the purpose Of the VISIT the
chairman Of the committee, John F. Britton ESQ.
addressed Major Buist as follows:
Major Buist-In accordance with resolution
adopted at meeting of the Young America steam
FIRE Engine COMPANY. we have assembled this
don. this testimonial, expression Of the kindly
sentiments entertained for you ~ that company 1t
is unnecessary that we should review the cause
which has given rise to the present neeting-one
of ine xpressbe pleasure to ourselves-and 9 can
not but think is not devoid OF feeling on yonr
part; for, matter what position in life those from
whom We receive marks OF approval may move it
never fails to act as an incentive to the recipient tor
afurther perseverance in that direction which s held
to be just. Those whom we have the honor
o. representing in surveying the field OF le-
through your exertiens q favorable Termination
was reached Accept this gift, sir, not for its in
trinsic TT m value-for It is but slight, when compared
to the benefit received-but the honest express
sion cf those who desire through this medium to
record their lasting obligation, and also as mani
festation OF the appreciation of portion OF your
fellow-citizens and coworkers in the Fire Depart
ment, And we give expression to the hope that in
the future, which we trust will be crowned with
prosperity for you and those connected with you
when memory transfers itself for brief season to
this occasion; the belief entertained that it viii not
be without satisfaction to you. through
mento Is accorded the ''well done" of those whom
you sought to, and succeeded, In aiding.
Major Buist was much affected by this unlocked
for evidence of kind feeling, and, receiving the
cane, spoke follows: *,
Mr. Chairman and Gentleaen of the Committee of
the f0nng America Fire Conp0ny-As has been re.
marked by your chairman. this occasion is not de-
void OF feeling On my part. Although In q profes
times be prepared to make responses this unexpect-
ed presentation fmpresees me deeply. was not
conscious OF any thing having been done by me wor-
thy Of this Gift. It is additional evidence of the
kindness ard consideration Of your company. On
previous occasion was the recipient Of your fa-
roll and chosen as your legal adviser. In my selec.
ton as your exponent. 1t has always been my privi
lege to defend your just and legal rights. This
moment will ever be cherished by me- Be
pleased to convey to those whom you represent MY
acknowledgements of their kindness. and assurance
and energy In the advancement of their prosperity
The gift is also beautiful and useful; and emanating
as 1t does from branch of the Fire Department
whosee services to their fellow citizens SO hahly
appreciate feel that additional value Is given to
the giff. Accept. gentlemen, my thanks for the
and allow me again to assure you that this occasion
will ever be cherished by me.
The cane was manufactured in this city, and is
made from the palmetto. It is surmounted by
gold head. bearing the following inscription: "To
G. L. Buist. from the Young America Fire Com
pany, April g. 1889."