Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-10-06

son, thence 10 the residence OF OOl. huIus
E Lester, Chairman of the Demo-
The crowd, already large at the
start was graetl. increased
by recruits along the route, and by this time
was an immense gathering, blocking the
streets. After the compliment OF q serenade
by the band calls were made for Col. Lester,
and in few seconds that gentleman sp-
peared on the balcony and was greeted with
deafening cheers When the enthusiasm
subsidized Col. Lester addressed the ass m
blage, thanking EN- for the compliment OF
the demonstration, reviewed briefly the
struggle for the supremacy of par
ty principle through which the or
gsnizad Democracy had just success
fully and triumphantly passed, and urged
upon them not to lose the fruits OF their
victory by supineness: that organization
was necessary, and that they should neglect
nothing to maintain the stand they had
taken. His remarks were received with
tumultuous applause. An invitation was
then extended to partake OF the hospitali-
ties of his house, and a number accepted.
After a few minutes of congratulation in a
social manner the guests retired, and
the band played a parting tune. Three
cheers were given for Colonel Lester
with a hearty good will and the mammoth
Rh0CoSNN~
residence of Hon. Peter W. Meldrim to con-
graduate him upon his manly and victorious
contest in the First Senatorial district. The
residence of Mr.. Meldrim was found bril-
liantly lighted up, a reception OF bis numer-
GUS personal friends being in progress
After the band had played popular air,
calls were heard for Mr.. Meldrim, who
promptly responded and made stirring and
ELOQUENT speech, reviewing the events
o. his spirited and earnest canvass
of three days in this district. He
had not sought the nomination,
for reasons stated In his speech at the
Theatre, but when the standard of the grand
old Democratic party had been placed in
his hands he determined to make the fight
for the principle involved. He spoke OF the
Issues of the recent contest In unmeasured
terms, and complimented the organized
Democracy upon the victory won. His re-
marks were greeted with frequent cheering
and applause. Walter g. Charlton, Esq,
in response to calls, followed Mr.. Mel
drim, and made brief and characteristic
speech, which had effect, and stimulated
the enthusiasm of the crowd. Major Il. M.
Ryals was next called upon, and spoke In
an effective manner, the cordial greeting ne
received from the gathering attesting his
popularity. With generous hand Mr.. Mel
irim dispensed the Inequalities of his home,
off, giving three cheers for the gallant young
Senator OF the First district
The next visit was to the residence OF Col.
George 8 Owens, on State street, where
fine seTeDade was given, supplemented with
vociferous cheering for Colonel Owens. In
few minutes he appeared at his
chamber window, and was welcomed
With cheers. He thanked the large and
enthusiastic assemblage for the demonstra-
ton, which he regarded not so much as a
personal compliment as qualification at the
success that they had achieved 10 the main
tenance of Democratic principles and
Democratic unity. He was suffering from
indisposition, and, therefore, could not
make an extended speech; but returning his
acknowledgements for this friendly compli-
ment, earnestly impressed upon his hearers
the necessity of organization for future
events. Three cheers were given
for Colonel Owens, and the
band then moved off, followed
by the crowd, which continued to increase
in numbers and enthusiasm, and proceeded
to the residence of Capt Robert Falllgant,
on CASTOR street and Whitaker. The APP
proach of the heavy column was signalled
by the band, and at the conclusion OF their
PLAYING there were calls for Capt. Falli-
CANT, who presently appeared, surrounded
by a number of friends, who had entered
upon the arrival Of the band. He was
greeted with great enthusiasm, and in his
usual fluent style made an earnest speech,
extending his hearty congratulations
to the party on the success they
had won, declaring that he was
an organized Democrat, and that the vic
tory they had just won was an evidence OF
what could be accomplished when the peo-
pie entered into a contest and were deter
mined that their wishes should be respected
and the rights of the party maintained.
He had no harsh words to say Of any one,
and hoped the result of this struggle
would be to insure greater victories
In the future. The Inequalities Of his ele-
giant mansion were also extended his
friends and a pleasant ten minutes
followed. Leaving Captain Fslligsnt's,
ton street to Abercorn and halted
in front of Capt. Fred M. Hull's handsome
new residence, to compliment him upon the
efficient and admirable manner in which he
had discharged his duties as manager or one
of the returning board" Of the election,
and upon the intense zeal and earnestness
he mad manifested to secure a full and free
vote and fair count.
Alter q couple OF airs had been
played, Capt. Hull made his appearance at
the door and was greeted with rousing
cheers. He referred briefly to the events of
the contest and the labors Of the managers,
and said he was so worn out, tired and sleepy
that he would not attempt to make a speech |
further than to congratulate the organized |
Democracy upon the result Of the contest, |
and then invited them to join him in SOCIAL |
glass. His residence was thrown open, and |
the spacious parlors were soon filed. A |
number of gentlemen were called upon, and |
were made by Capt. Fslligsnt, |
Major D. G.. Bacon, Col J. II. Estill and |
others. Capt. Henry Blum was called on /
and stated that, though differing in national /
politics, he was with the organized DemOc
-acY in this contest, and had voted the /
straight Democratic ticket. A pleasant if
cen minutes or so were here spent, and the
then moved on to the residence
If Msjor Jordan f. Brooks, who was also
Jealous manager at the election, and who /
vas eomplimented with cheers and good
music. Major Brooks being called forth
made very earnest speech in reference to
he management of the election, than which
zone fairer had ever been held in the
state of Georgia, and rejoiced with the
Democracy in their victory against the
Returning his acknowledge
nents for the compliment paid him, he
allied upon Mr.. P. j. O'Connor to say more
q his behalf. Mr.. O'COnnor replied In
lifting terms, making a very effective
peech, which was we'll received.
The next visit was to the residence Of
captain VIM. Swoll, who was one of the
managers, but on reaching there it was as
ertained that there was sickness In the
and by request there was no
and Captain SWOl was
sked to take the will for the deed, though
be gathering, spprecisting hisservices, were
esirious Of giving him a rouser. The in
ention was also to compliment Magistrate
4. Frank Molina, the general manager of
be election, who had entire supervision of
be details, and who faithfully discharged
is duties, not leaving his post the entire
aY. This was abandoned on learn
~ that he had sick child.
here were several others on the list to
but the lateness of the hour
sndered 1t advisable to forego the visit at
resent. The band was then dismissed and
he crowd dispersed, the demonstration
sving evoked spirit Of enthusiasm on
he part Of the people which Enthusiastically
the feeling of the community.
We are pleased to inform our customers
lat there will be no interruption in our