Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1881-10-20
THE NAfI0N'S BOAST
oF WHAT oHs FATHERS DID A CEN
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Yesterday Ceremonies at yOrktown-SOul'
Stirring Speeches: on Her Sandy Soil
President ArfaIs hddrsss-1hs
IwO. Rspr,i;iiN and Their
eeaduol! Interests.
SIGHTS. SOUNDS AND CEREMONIES.
YESTERDAY AT YORKTOWN.

ceremonies 81 bH0 SEaha
YORKTOWN, October l9-About eleven
o'clock Secretary Blaine and the French
and German delegations, in full uniform,
arrived at Lafayette Hall. On entering
the Marine Band of Washington played
an appropriate air, the military officers,
Senators, Congressman and other per-
sons Of distinction greeting them as they
passed. At the end OF the ball the
President met the distinguished guests,
and an informal interchange OF courte-
sizes took place. In few moments the
party started for the Grand Stand, Pres
dent Arthur and Secretary Hunt lead
ing. They were received with cheers
as they appeared upon the platform.
Next came Secretary Blaine, es-
corting the French delegation,
followed by the German del
CATION. General Sherman with his
staff, in uniform, were next in the line,
General Hancock and aft following.
General Hancock was given three cheers.
After the general handshaking the cere-
monies were opened by prayer by Bish-
op Harris He invoked Divine blessing
upon the United States, and the Repub-
lie of France, and in conclusion asked
Gods blessing upon all the crowned
heads of the world.
The Poindexter centennial hymn was
then isung by choristers from Balti-
more, Richmond and Washington.
President Arthur was then introduced
by Secretary Blaine, and delivered the
following:
Address of President Arthur.
"Upon this soil one hundred years
ago our forefatbers brought to success.
ful issue their heroic struggle for inde-
peudence here, and then was estab-
iished, and as we trust made secure
upon this continent for ages yet to come,
that principle OF government which is
the very fibre Of our political system
the sovereignty Of the people.
The resentments which attended end
for a time survived the clash OF arms
have long since ceased to animate our
hearts. 1t is with no feeling of exul.
tation over defeated foe that
to-day We summon up a 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 profoundly
thrilled with the expression of sorrow
and of sympathy which our national
bereavement has evolved from
The People Of England and Their August
Sovereign.
But it is altogether fitting that we
should gather here to refresh cur souls
with contemplation of the uufal-
tering patriotism, the sturdy zeal
and the sublime faith which
achieved the results we now commend
rate. For so, il we learn Alright the les.
son OF the hour, shall We be melted to
transmit to generations which shall fol-
low the precious legacy which our faith
ers left to lus-the love Of liberty pro-
Iected by law.
OF that historic scene which we here
celebrate no feature Is more prominent
and none more touching than the par
ticipation of our gallant allies from
across the sea. 1t was their presence
which gave fresh and vigorous usimpulse to
the hopes OF our countrymen when well
nigh disneartened by a long series of
disasters; il was their noble and gener-
Gus aid extended in the darkest period
OF the struggle which sped the coming
OF our triumph and made the capitula-
ton at Yorktown possible = century ago.
To their descendants and representa-.
tives who are here present as honored
guests OF our nation, it is my glad
duty to
Otter Cordial Welcome.
You have q right to share with Us the
associations 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 80
closely cemsntei have outlasted the
mutations of changeful century. God
grant, my countrymeu, that they may
ever remain unshaken, and that ever
henceforth with ourselves and with all
nations OF the earth we may be at
peace"
The President was uninterrupted dur
ing the delivery Of his address, but there
was great enthusiasm at its close.
France and the Celebration
NJ. Outrey, in behalf OF the French
delegation, was then introduced by Sec
retary Blaine aud delivered an address.
NJ. Outrey said the French government
has felt much touched by the friendly
s,ntimen's which inspired the United
states with the thought OF asking France
10 participate in the celebration OF the
Yorktown Centennial, and heartily de
sires to sIond in q maRaer worthy OF
both republics to the invitation sent by
the President of the United States, 10
behalf of the people Of America. The
manifestations OF public sympathy fol
lowing the initistive taken by the Con
gress Of the United States in
| bidding France to this ma
tional festival he's been looked
upon by US as an act OF the highest
courtesy, but especially as a work oi
affacsionats regard 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 \ mis-
sion composed Of special delegates from
| the different departments, and the
President OF the French Republic, wish
ing to mark his personal sympathy, has
sent one of his own GiieI-ds camp. They
thus desire to show particularly their
appreciation of the peaceful compli
ment paid TO our country. Each
and all Of Us are proud oI
having been called 10 the honor o
! representing France on this suspicious
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