Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1881-10-27

ment dock and sent word to the au-
thorities in charge, but was too late, as
the ceremonies were completed, and the
party returned to the Tallapoosa. The
sce,,c on the river front was an inspir-
ing one. Men-of-war, steamers, tugs,
yachts, and ether vessels, all decked
with flags and steamers of salute to
the arriving dignitaries; gay uniforms
of the military, Knights Templar, ETC.;
music of bands and drums and flies
as the troops Landed and marched to
their quarters; and the crowds of
people of all nationalities and con-
ditions who gathered Oh the batteries or
wandered over the grounds, all COM
bined to make the scene of deep inter-
est. There were the usual drills a.
camp to-day, and they were witnessed
by thousands of spectators. Nearly all
the troops have arrived. The First
Delaware battalion, the first and only
national guard organization that Della
ware has had since the late war, is
here. The Ninth Massachusetts regi-
ment reached Yorktown from Rich.
mond about 4:30 this morning Their
behavior on entering the camp was
sucn as to cause 'ien. Hancock to
make official complaint to Gen. Grubb,
officer of the day, who has the matter
under consideration. Many distin-
guished persons in the camp were sere-
naded at nightfall. The First Virginia
regiment and the Richmond Light In
fantry Blues did not arrive until
late in the afternoon, having been de-
Ia,
lists, who were singers at the laying of
the cornerstone, were likewise de-
tanned, so this part of the programme
was omitted. Gen. Grubb, of New
York, entertained many principal Of
ficers of the federal army at a banquet.
In the evening all war ships were bril-
liantly lighted, presenting beautiful
sight. The lights were so arranged as
to show the outlines of the ships and
rigging with magnificent effect. There
were also other designs, one being
schooner apparently under sail. From
the yachts in the harbor went forth
constant stream of rockets.
THE GREAT DAY.
yorktown, Oct. I9.--About / / o'clock
Secretary Blaine and the French and
German delegations, in full uniform,
arrived at Lafayette Hall. On enter
ing, the marine band of Washington
played an appropriate air. The mill
tary officers, senators, congressman.
aud other persons of distinction greeted
them as they passed At the end Of
the palla the President met the dis
tinguished guests and an informal in
terchange of courtesies took place. In
few moments the party started for
the grand stand, President Arthur and
Secretary Hunt leading, They were
received with cheers as they appeared
on the platform. Next came Secre-
tary Blaine, escorting the French dele
cation, followed by the German dele
cation. Gen. Sherman, with his staff
were the next in line, Ger. Hancock and
staff following. Gen. Hancock was
given three cheers. After a general
Handwriting the ceremonies opened
by prayer by Bishop Harris. He in
voked the Divine blessing upon the
United States and the republic of
France, and in conclusion asked Gods
blessing upon all crowned heads of the
world.
| The Poindexter centennial hymn
was then sung by the chorus from Bal
timore, Richmond and Washington.
President Arthur was then introduced
by Secretary Blaine and delivered the
following address:
Upon this SOIL one hundred years
ago, our forefathers brought to success
full issue their heroic struggle for indie
pendence, which here and then was
established, and, as we trust, may be
secure upon this continent for ages to
come.
The sentiments which attended, and
for a time survived the clash of arms,
have long ceased to animate our hearts.
1t is with no feeling of exultation of n
defeated foe that, to-day, we summon
up a remembrance of those events
which have made holy the ground
wherein we tread. Surely no such I'M
worthy sentiment could find harbor in
our hearts, heralded with the express
sion of sorrow which the national be-
reavement has evolved from the peo-
pie of England, and their august SOW
ereign; but it is altogether fitting that
we should gather here to refresh our
souls with the contemplation OF the I'M
faltering patriotism, the sturdy zeal and
the sublime faith which achieved the
results we now commemorate, so that
we may learn right lesson of how we
shall be melted to transmit to the gem
eratiors which shall follow, the precious
legacy which our fathers left to us, the
love of liberty protected by law. Ot
that historic scene which we here cele-
brate, no feature is more prominent and
none more touching than the partici-
patton of our gallant allies from ACROSS
the sea. 1t was their presence which
gave fresh impulse to the hopes of
our countrymen, when well nigh dis
heartened by long series of disasters.
1t was their aid extended in the darkest
period of the struggle which showed
coming victory.
1t is my glad duty to offer cordial
welcome. You have a right to share
with us the memories which cluster
about the day when your fathers fought
side by side with our fathers N cause