The weekly Union times. [volume] (Union C.H., South Carolina) 1871-1894, 1877-04-13
GOV. HAMeToN,s rssETUsN !,
HIS RECEPTION AT COLUMBIA,
His Patriotic speech /!


Carolina was ifNdo by the people of Richland
and the adjoining districts, in honor Of Wade
Hampton, the Standard bca rer of the people who
was about to return to tho, county OF his na,ivi-
~, after brave civic struggle in behalf Of the
people. lie came not as n conquerng hero
but as the champion OF the right aud Of the pco-
pie dearest hopes and while he received
with such great demonstrations by the populace,
and the greatest outward show of appreciation
OF his labors, there were thousands who feared
thcn-whilc they felt that they had done aud
were willing to do all that honest men could be
expected to do-thc battle might be decided
against them With fear and tremh ing, and
nothing left them but hope in the strength of
Him who does all thing wisely and we'll, they
greeted him with great demonstrations of Joy, |
and every tongue murmured n heart felt prayer
for his success on the coming morrow. On yes
terday the feelings of the people were exhibited
in another way. While there was an abundant
display of bunting, of evergreens and of flow
ers, and the ladies, MS usual, arranged every
thing witt taste and beauty, the reception of
Governor Hampton was marked by hearty
feeling Of well done, thou good and faithful SER
want" upon the part Of the citizens, which we
have never seen equaed.
AT tan early hour in the morning tho streets
were filled with people. Every man." to use
the language Of u United States army officer
stationed here, seemed to feel that the salvation
os South Carolina had already tcen achieved.
The executive office and the building in which
j; is located had been profusely decorated by the
ladies assigned for that purpose-AIrs. Hugh S.
Thompson, AIrr. Gambrill, Miss Ida Marshall
and Miss Goodwin, being the principal directors
in the decoration.
Carolina Hall and the plat form in front of it
from which Governor Hampton to receive
the congratulations Of the people was beautiful
ly decorated with flags, flowers, evergreens and
pictures. We regret that want of space forbids
our giving this particular work its due need of
praise. 1t was bcaulifed by the taste and skill
Of Mrs. Norton, Mrs. Louis G. Wood Mrs. Dr..
Boozcr and Miss McCnnts.
Precisely at o. clock the procession form
cd ON Richardson street, Capt. Hugh S. Thomp-
ing rie charge Of the military portion of the
Taylor street. "''s t"rm-
The cavalcade moved up Richardson street TO
biahuihg, thence to the Charlotte, Columbia and
augusta kailroad, where they awaited the arri-
val OF the Governor.
AT every cross street the procession was met
by vehicles and citizens Oil foot who Joined in
an" sweiled the immense procession which
amounted 10y the time it reached the depot, to at
least 1000 people.
Precisely at o. clock the train arrived nj the
uepot, and amidst the booming of cannon. the
waving OF handkerchiefs and hats, the Widest
shouts ol the people, and the tears Of joy from
me eyes OF pure women, Governor HAMPTON
aiighted upon the platform, and was escorte ell 10
MS carriage, which had, under the supervision
OF Mrs. DR.. Trezeyaut, Mrs. Col. Bacon Mrs
stark and score of young ladies', been beauti
iuiiy decorated with flowers and everrrcens.-
cpoh entering his carriage, which was drawn by
iour hne bays, bouquets were showered upon
him IN the greatest profusion. One little fair
hared beauty. whose name we did not learn
out VINO could not have been more than five years
OF age, borne in the arms Of o cole red man. an |
Proaeheu the Governors carriage and handed |
him-a most exquisite bouquet. Turning awov
from all other protfcrs of floral tributes, the !
Governor leaned over and caressed the little |
vi fnaS aSSin yvbi i.b a.,
people sSnrrounding his coach rent the air with
tho widest huzzas of approval.
lAe procession then ftr:.ied the first carriage
containing Gov. Hampton, accompanied by Mr.
Southern, Captain Stanley, Col. McNIastcr and
Master Willie X. Cathcart. Following the Gov
en,r's coach Was one bearing the committee of
ladies who had in charge the decorations at the
executive office and Carolina Hail. The ladies'
were Mrs. Norton, Mts. NJ. c. Butler Mrs L.
IL: Wood, Mrs. Bacon a:.,I Minnie Cathcart.
men ioHowcd coaches bearing many distin-
guishcd gentlemen. among whom We noticed
Justice Willard of the Supreme Court, Major T..
'" M0se COL II. Sims and others
Inc proceSslen returned by the way of Bland
ing street to Carolina Hail.
accompanying Governor Hampton OH the
.'aih from charlotte as guard of honor, was !
u amagnihcent body Of men, commandediby Capt
>. >. iegram, beautifully uniformed in green
anu m goid, known at home as the .Iornet Nest | !
ZINES. They were assigned to the post of hon . .
or IN the column, and were entertained at the
hichiahd kite Club armory by the members of
that corps after the parade was dismissed. The l.
VISIT OF these gentlemen from the old North state
aho the motive which prompted them to come :,
among us, was highly appreciated by everybody.
- Inc CheStcr KIIes. under command of Major =
Hamilton, the Rock Hill and Fort Mill Hook and y
Ladder Companies also accompanied the Cover i
nor to Columbia ~ Il
AS me procession moved along the streets tow :.
ards Carolina Hall, every window, portico and Q
nerahaah was crowded with ladies' who waved =
tneir nan ikerchieCs end gave other dcmonstra- :.
tions Of delight 81
arriving in front Of Carolina Hall, Governor a
hampton. accompanied by some fifteen or twenty o
citizens. took position on the beautifully decorc
ted stand, and was welcome upon his retmrn c.
10 carolina by Captain Stanley in the following 10
words: ~ '''""'"s ir
uoeShor hampton On behalf of the citizens -,
OIL Columbia, l thank God for the privilege that q
nv" eso"hs them OF extending to you the hand e,
ol 5oPihi welcome to the capitol of your State. r.
aha ~ Oh assuring you that you received alike m
IN the arms and hearts of our people The Ian a;
guage Of truth cannot be confounded with ,'o ~ ~
language OF adulation. can Just paneayric a.
'e ohens'e either to mOdesty or taste
Inc brave, the beautiful, tho aged and tbe
young all hands, all voices. all hearts ioin to :.
make you weicame to the capitol of South Caro- VI
1t your approach. e' as
Again, l say welcome, welcome. thrice well te
'ohie DC the Governor of pride, affection and WI
'" pa
Governor Hampton responded in substance as be
ollows: 10 ri'
n'. Chairman, My CoSnnypomen and Cou6- I 20
'ym'en 81 South Car0liRa: Travel-worn and o
weary, l have come back amopo vou m mok. g.
ny report. This welcome peneirates NV verv 81 o.
eart IL is not the welcome given 10 a victor - -
cturning from the bloody fiel l. Ibripo M fro r.