Southern standard. (McMinnville, Tenn.) 1879-current, 1881-10-29
SECOND DAY.

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.aB SECOND DAY tC II
YORKTOWN, Va, October 10
About eleven o. clock Secretary Blaine and
the French and German delegations, In full
uniform, arrived at Lafayette Hail. On en-.
tering, the Marine Band of Washington
played an appropriate air, the, military OF
ficers, Senators, Congressman and other
persons OF distinction greeting them as they
passed. AT the end Of the hall the Presi-
dent met the distinguished guests, and an
informal interchange OF courtesies took
place. In few moments the party started
for the grand stand, President Arthur and
Secretary Hunt-leading. They were re-
ceived with cheers as they appeared upon
the platform, Next came Secretary Blaine,
escorting the French Legation. General
Sherman with his staff, in uniform, were
next in line, General Hancock and staff fCl.l
lowing. s'@F ~ s@F -
After general handshaking, the proceed
ings were opened by prayer by Bishop Har.
ris. He invoked Divine blessing upon the
United States and the Republic of France,
and in conclusion asked Gods blessing upon
all the crowned heads Of the world.
The Poindexter Centennial Hymn was
then sung by choruses from Baltimore,
Richmond and Washington. tHtllif
President Arthur was then introduced by
Secretary Blaine, and delivered the follow
ing address:
"Upon this soil, one hundred years ago,
our forefathers brought to successful issue
hnFniN OF rIrrn fnr ind
Here and then was established, and, as We
trust, made secure ON this continent for ages
yet TO come, that principle of government
Which is the very fiber OF our political sys-
tem-the sovereignty OF the people. The
resentments which attended and, for the
time, survived the clash OF arms have long
since ceased 20 animate our hearts. 1t Is
with no feeling of eXultation over a
defeated foe that to-day we summon
up remembrance OF those events which
have made holy the ground whereon we
tread. Surely no such unworthy sentiment
could find harbor in our hearts so profound
ly thrilled with the expression Of sorrow
and sympathy which our National bereaye-
ment has evolved from the people Of En-
| gland and their august sovereign, but It Is
absolutely fitting that we should gather here
to refresh our souls with the contempla-
tion of the unfaltering patriotism, the sturdy
zeal and the sublime faith which achieved
the results we now commemorate; for so,
II we learn Alright the lesson of the hour,
shall we be melted to transmit to the gen.
1 erations which shall follow the precious
legacy which our fathers left TO us--the love
Of liberty, protected by law. OF that his
toric scene which we here celebrate no
feature is more prominent and none more
touching than the participation OF our gall
ant allies from across the sea. 1t was the
presence Of such allies which gave
fresh and vigorous impulse to the
yell spish- aiisAesyiaitaf ifupru taee. safisses
aid, extended in the darkest period Of the
struggle, which sped the coming of our trl-
umph, and made the equalization at York
/ town possible a century ago. To their de-
scendants and representatives who are here
present as honored guests Of the Nation It is
| my glad duty to offer cordial welcome. You
fhave right to share with us the associa-
ttions which cluster about the DAY when your
fathers fought side by side with our fathers
I In the cause which was here crowned with
success, and none of the memories awakened
by this anniversary are more grateful to us
all than the reflection that the National
friendships here so closely cemented have
outlasted the mutations OF a changeful GEN.
fury. God grant, my countrymen, that they
may ever remain mistaken, and that ever
henceforth, with ourselves and with all
nations OF the earth, we may be at peace.
The President was not interrupted during
the delivery of the address, but there was
great enthusiasm at the close.
Max Outrey then, in behalf Of the French
delegation, was introduced by Secretary
Blaine, and delivered an address, in which
he said: TJf III 81 litTy
Il "frhe French Government has felt mucf
touched by the friendly sentiments which
inspired the United States with the thought
Of asking France to. participate in the eele.
| bratiOn of the y orl1lown Centennial, anl
, heartily desires to respond in manner
worthy of both the Republics to the invita-,
ton sent by the President of the United
States in behalf OF the peopleof America
: The manifestations OF public sympathy fol
2, lowing the initiative taken by the Congress
! of the United States. bidding France to thi
National festival, has been looked upon b.
us not only as an act Of the highest courtesy
but especially as mark. Of a1ectionate. re
yet more closely the ties which unite FeoS tn
is proud Of having contributed 3
found this great Republic, and =, he
3 wishes for your prosperity are dee
and sincere. Mutual friendship is founded
q ON many afiinities, tastes aud aspirations
which time cannot destroy; and future gen
: erations, trust, will assist again, In thi
: same place, at the spectacle, unprecedente
G in history, OF two great nations renewing
n from century to century, a compact OF fra
4 ternal and imperishable affection. / wi
: not close without thanking the FEEDERS
\ Government, the different States OF III
5 Union of which The delegation have bee
the guests, also the people Of America, fo
n the sympathy and welcome extended to tn
Representatives Of France. Each, OF us wi
treasure the recollection OF American hos
t pitality and friendly sentiments which hay
Q been manifested to us IN every place an
a every sphere.
= Marquis de Rochambeau then followe
! with graceful response in French, ate
,, which Baron Steuben responded, in GEL
I man, in an appropriate speech, which VIZ
{ loudly applauded.
l Vociierous cheers were then given for th
I distinguished guests of the Nation.
> A Centennial ode was sung by the chorus
q Harrison Willard, Of New York, sar
] "God Save Our President from Harm,
2 with good effect
! Robert G. Winthrop, Of Massachusetts
i then delivered his grafton, which WI
g listened to with great interest. At the COZ
G clusion Mr.. Winthrop was loudly cheerel
the band playing 80 The Star Spangled Ban
q ner."
: During the celebration the following ord'
was read by Secretary Blaine:
"In recognition Of the friendly relation
4 so long and so happily subsisting betwee
: Great Britain and the United States, in th
: trust and confidence Of peace and good wi
. between the two countries for all centurit
= to come, and especially as mark OF Il
: profound respect entertained by the Amer
|: can people for the illustrious sovereign an
n gracious lady who sits upon the Britt;