Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1881-10-28
NO. T..


Americans grasped each others hands
at Yorktown, they realized they had
helped to lay the corner stone of a
grand ediffce, but surely the most far
sighted among those men would have
started, had he been able to look down
the long vista of century and see at
this end this republic, then young and
/ struggling with all the difficulties which
surrounded her, now calm, radiant and
beanllng With the halo of prosperity.
The great Washington himself, whose
/ genius foresaw the destiny of this coun-
try. could not have predicted this. Tru-
/ " the United States have made, espec-
tally IN these latter years. gigantic
strides along the route to still greater
! progress, by showing the world what
can be accomplished by an energetic
and intelligent nation, ALWAYS As re-
| spectful of its duties as Jealous of its
rights.
America has given a great example.
and has been the cause of rejoicing to
all true lovers of liberty France is
proud of having contributed to found
this great republic, and her wishes for
your prosperity are deep and sincere.
Mutual friendship is founded on many
atilnlties, tastes and aspirations which
time cannot destroy, and future genera
tons | trust will assist again in this
same place in a spectacle unprece-
dented in history-two great nations
renewing from century to century
compact of fraternal and imperishable
affection. | will not close without
thanking the federal government, the
different states of the union of which
the delegations have been guests; also
the people Of America for the sympathy
and welcome extended the representa-
hves of France. Each of us will treas
ure the recollection of American hospi-
tality and the friendly sentiments which
have been manifested to us in every
place and Ill every sphere.
\ centennial ode was then sung by
the chorus.
Harrison Millard, of New York, sang
God save our President from harm
with good effect.
Roht. c. Winthrop, Of Massachusetts.
then delivered his Grafton. which was
listened to with great interest. At the
conclusion Mr.. Winthrop was loudly
cheered.
The band played "Star Spangled
Banner"
James Baron Hope, of Virginia, then
read centennial poem with effect.
Music by the band concluded the
ceremonies.
About two thousand people were
present at the stand.
The day which opened with y clear
sky closed with decline in the tenn
perature.
Coy. Ludlow, of New Jersey, and
staff, accompanied by many ladies, ar
rived this morning; also the Pennsyl-
vania troops accompanied by Gov
ernor Hoyt and Gen. Hartranft.
There were vociferous cheers for the
distinguished guests of the nation. At
the conclusion of the ceremonies at the
monument, there was a reception hv
President Arthur, i'll Lafayette hall, to
which the general public was admitted
Hundreds of people tnronged the build
ing.
Secretary Blaine acted rs master of
ceremonies, and Joseph Hawley, of
Connecticut, introduced the people to
the president. The reception lasted
about half an hours there were hun
dreds of people in line when the presi-
dent left the building The first to be
presented were Gov. Long and staff of
Massachusetts, followed by Gov Cornell
and staff of New York, the governor of
Michigan and staff and the governors
Of other states.
Among those in line and who shook
hands with the president was the wife
of President Tyler All the distinguish
ed guests have gone to their re
spective ships, and the monument
is now deserted. The schooner
Criterion. Tuesday last, left Baltimore
for this port, has not been heard from
since, and fears are entertained that
she is lost with her crew of six men.
She had on board fireworks, etc, which
were to have been displayed here to-
night. The schooner Carlow. which
left Thursday, arrived.
President Arthur visited the flagship,
Franklin. this afternoon. He was sa-
luted by the different vessels on his de-
parture and return.
The following order was received by
Secretary Blaine ut the celebration to-
day: In recognition Of the friendly re-
lations so long and so happily subsist-
ing between Great Britain and tie
United States, in trust and confidence
of peace and good will between the
two countries for all centuries to come,
and especially as a mark of profound
respect entertained by the American
people for the illustrious sovereign and
gracious lady who sits upon the British
throne, il is hereby ordered that at the
close Of these ceremonies commemo-
rative Of the valor and success of our
forefathers in their patriotic struggle
for independence, the British flag be
saluted by the forces Of the army and
navy Of the United States now at York
town. The secretary of war and secre-
tary of the navy will give orders ac-
cordingly.
(S:gned) CHESTER A. ARTHUR.
BY the President:
JAS. q BLAINE, Sec'v If State.
Randolph Disbow Of the New Jersey
battalion had both hands blown off by
the premature discharge of cannon
and both arms were amputated The
Governor of New Jersey says Disbow
shall be pensioned.
Judge Mackay, of South Carolina,
who drew the first line of Notifications
when Mcclellan was here, inspected
the camp to-day, and was cordially re-
| ceived.
Several dispatches have been receiv-
ed inquiring about riots, bloodshe2s,
etc. Noriot has occurred, and the town
has been, and is perfectly quiet.
AT PHILADELPHIA.
PHILADELPHIA Oct. 19.-Just after
the surrender of Lord Cornwallis Gen.
Washington, Marquis de Lafayette
and Chevalier de La Euzerne, repre-
senting Louis XVI, with their respect
i've stats, together with the United
States cong1 ess in body, attended the