New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1878-09-14
INCIDENTS OF THE WISCONSIN TRIP.
HEARTY RECEPTION BY THE vETERANs-A SERIES
OF POPULAR RECEPTIONS

LAKE FOREST, ILL.,, Sept. 13.-The President,
Mrs. Hayes. and their reached here from Mlwau-
kee yesterday afternoon In Milwaukee the party had
interesting drive about the city, and visited the Sol
diers' Home where the President was received with
military honors. He was introduced by General
Hincks, who welcomed him the President Of the Ma
ton, a member Of the Board OF Managers, and as,
what is still dearer to him, cOmrade who had
shared the hardships Of war; and should receive the
honors of grateful people, At his suggestion the sol
ders gave three hearty cheers in honor OF the President
The Presidents voice trembled with emotion he
to thank them for the warmth OF their greeting. He
said "Of the good fortune have had, regard the
four years spent fighting for the Union the most
precious years Of my life. Glad to know that this
home those who saved the nation is deserving Of
you and worthy OF the country you saved" This
responded to by the soldiers by another round OF cheers
Then came three cheers for Mrs. Hayes, and the
President passed out there more cheering The
party returned the residence OF the Hon. Alexander
Mitchell where they took luncheon examined his
picture gallery and elegant Conservatives. Thence the
party preceded to Quentins Park, where there was q
German picnic for the benefit Of the yellow fever suf
ferers.
Being called upon for speech the President said:
yellow CITIZENS OF MILWAUKEE,; 1t is privilege
to be permitted to take part with You in this meeting
It's purpose and objects are sound The citizens Of Mil
waukee meet do what they TO give relief TO the
people who suffering from yellow fever in the
southern part OF the United States Sufferers have
ample title to sympathy and aid They are our
cOunFymen aud to them will strengthen the ties
which bind together the only hostile section Of our
Nation. They are rfeOw-men-children OF the same
common parent and TO help them Is obedience to tho
Great Ruler. the benevolent Father Of us all. thank
YOU that am allowed to share in work noble, 50
patriotic and so good" Applause.
At Racine the party driven 10 the court mousse IN
front which assembled thousands Of people The
Presidents appearance greeted with hearty cheers.
The President spoke the business interests OF the
country, for about twenty minutes, IN very earnest
manner which seemed TO meet the approval OF the audi
ence. The party then drove 20 Racine College where
they were welcomed by Dr. DekOven and the faculty.
The students in force and cheered heartily AG
Kenosa there was another large crowd The President
was escorted stand beside the railroad track where
he spoke on the currency. At Waukegan there was
another enthusiastic assembly, which was addressed ~
the President about ten minutes At Lake Forest tbs
people were in force, and after few moments OF
speaking the President escorted TO the residence OF
| friend where brilliant reception was held. There
were In attendance number OF prominent officials ana
citizens including Lieutenant General Sheridan and the
Hon. H. w. BlOdgett United states District Judge Inc
ladies in attendance elegantly dressed and the
music contributed the enjoyment of the occasion The
party left for Chicago this morning where the Presden
| will be entertained by the merchants.