Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1881-10-28

United States and the Republic of France,
and in conclusion asked Gods blessing upon
all the crowned heads OF the world.
The Poindexter Ccntenniai Hymn was
then sung ny choruses from Baltimore,
Richmond ana Washington.
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
their heroic struggle for Independence.
Here and then was established, and, as wo
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
resentmcnts which attended and. for the
time, survived the clash OF arms have long
since ceased 10 animate our hearts. 1t Is
with no feeling Of oXultation over
defeated foe that to-day we summon
up q remembrance OF those events which
have made holy the ground whcrcon 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 bereave-
ment has evolved from tho people of EN-
gland and their august sovereign, but 1t Is
absolutely fitting that we should gather here
TO refresh our souls with the contempa-
tion Of the unfaltcring patriotism, the sturdy
zeal and the sublime faith which achieved
the results we now commemorate; for so,
| IL we learn Alright the lesson Of the hour,
shall we be ncited TO transmit TO the gen.
erations which shall follow the precious
legacy which our fathers left TO us-the love
Of liberty, prot oted by law. OF that his
| toric sccne which we here celebrate no
feature is more prominent and none more
touching than the participation OF our gall
| liant allies from across the sea. II was the
presence of such allies which gave
fresh and vigorous impulse to the
hopes of our countrymen, when
well nigh disheartened by n long series Of
disasters. 1t was their noble and generous
aid, extended in the darkest period of the
struggle, which sped the coming Of our tri-
| umph, and made the capitulation at York.
town. possible century ago. To their, Ge-
sccndants and representatives who are here
| present as honored guests OF the Nation IL Is
my glad duty to offer cordial welcome. You
have a right TO share with us the associa-
| tions which cluster about the day when your
| fathers fought side by side with our fathers
| 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 CEN
| tury. God grant, my countrymen, that they
may ever remain unshakcn, and that ever
henceforth, with ourselves and with all
nations OF The earth, we may he at peace. Z"
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:
"The French Government has felt much
touched by the friendly sentiments which
inspired tho United States with the thought
Of asking France to participate in the cele.
bration of the Yorktown Centennial, and
worthy of both the Republics to the invita-
tion sent by the President of the United
States in behalf of the people of America
The manifestations of public sympathy fol-
lowing the initiative taken by the Congress
OF the United States. bidding France to this
National festival, has been looked upon by
us not only as an act OF the highest courtesy,
but especially as mark Of affectionate re-
gard, having the noble aim of cementing
yet more closely the ties which unite the
two Republics. In cOmmemoration of this
day, which represents one OF the grandest
events in the political existence OF
this country, the French Government
has sent mission composed of special del
egates from the different departments, and
the French President, wishing to mark his
personal sympathy, has sent one of his own
Aides-d de Camp. They thus desire to show
particularly their appreciation OF the grace
ful compliment paid to our country. Each
and all OF us are proud Of having been called
to the honor of representing France on this
auspicious day. The Monument which is
here to be erected will not only recall Z
glorious victory; it will perpetuate recollec-
tions Of an ever faithful alliance, faithful
through the trials and vicissitudes of an
eyentful century; and, as the President OF
the French Republic has so truly said, 1t will
consecrate the union sprung from generous
and liberal aspirations, ard which the
institutions we can now boast of in
common must necessarily strengthen and
develop for the good of both countries.
In coming to this Yorktown Gen.
tennal, we come to celebrate the day which
the long and bitter struggle against great
Nation, now our mutual ally and
friend, who here, as under all the skies
where her flag has foated, has left the inef-
faceable marks of her grand aud civilizing
spirit. 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 atfinities, tastes and aspirations
which time cannot destroy; and future gem
erations, trust, will assist again, in this
same place, Mt the spectacle, unprecedented
in history, OF two great nations renewing,
from century to century, compact Of fra
ternal and imperishable affection. l will
not close without thanking the Federal
Government, the different States of the
Union of which the delegation have been
the guests, also the people of America, fol
the sympathy and welcome extended to the
Representatives Of France. Each of us will
treasure the recollection Of American hos
pitality and friendly sentiments which have
been manifested to us in every place and
every sphere"
Marquis de Rochambeau then followed
with graceful response in French, after
which Baron Steuben responded, in Ger
man, in an appropriate speech, which was
loudly applauded.
Vociferous cheers were then given for the
distinguished guests OF the Nation.
ACentennial ode was sung by the chorus
Harrison Millard, of New York, sane
"God Save Our President from Harm, ,
with good effect.
Robert G. Winthrop, of Massachusetts
then delivered his grafton, which wa.
listened to with great interest. AT the con.
clusion Mr.. Winthrop was loudly cheered
the band playing "The Star Spangled Ban
ner.o
James Baron Hope, of Virginia, then
read the Centennial poem with fine effect
Music by the band concluded the ceremo-
nies. auaa. tpU
During the celebration the following order
was read by Secretary Blaine:
so long and so happily subsisting between
Great Britain and the United Sta es, In the
trust and confidence Of peace and good vii
between the Two countries for all centuries
to come, and especially rs a mark of tn,
profound respect entertained by the Ameri
can people for the illustrious sovereign ant
gracious lady who sits upon the British
throne, IL Is hereby ordered that, mt tn,
close Of these ceremonies commemorative,
of the valor and success Of our forefathers il
their patriotic struggle for independence
the British flag shall be saluted by tn,
forces of the army and navy of the Unltet
States now Mt Yorktown. The Secretary o
War and the Secretary OF the Navy will Civ,
orders accordingly.
''CHEsTER A. ARTHUR
"By the President
"JAMEs G. BLAINE, Secretary Of State
About 1000 people were present at tn,
stand, but there were none outside Of III,
lines.
At the conclusion of the ceremonies at tn,
Monument there was reception by Presi
dent Arthur in Lafayette Hall, to which tn,
general public was admitted. Hundreds o