New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1884-06-17
LOGAN'S VISIT TO BLAINE.

cHrgRFD ny THE VETERANS AS THE SOLDIERS
FRIENp-A RINGING SPEECH BY LOGAN.
AuGUSrA June 16-General Logan, accompanied
by Senator Hale of Maine reached this city this AFTER
noon direct from Washington. There were many
veteran soldiers in the crowd at the depot eager to see
the man under whose command most OF them had
fought in the rebellion. Walker Blaine was In waiting
and when General Logan aghted from the tram, the
two stepped toward the family carriage OF Mr. BLAINE
As the crowd gave way TO let them pass, one OF inc
veterans proposed Three cheers for General Logah-
the soldiers iendr These heartily given by the
crowd General Logan shook hands with several OF
the Veterans and then stepped into the carriage and
was driven to Mr. Blanes house There was no demon
straton, and this was In accordance Win Ueherai
LOgan's desire.
General Logan's visit is At Mr. Blaines request so
that they NAV confer together the letter OF accept
ance and exchange views on the conduct oil the cam
pagn. The committee TO notify to them their non1a
tion will be here Friday. 1t is understood that MI
Blaines letter Of acceptance Is all prepared, out ls
contents have not been disclosed any intlna0n of
them given 1t is believed that It will be oil some
length. General Logans letter will be short ii,
General Logan in company with senator hale, VIII
leave on special train tomorrow noon 1ur Ells"oftn
Senator Iaes home Previous to his departure ne VIII
visit tomorrow morning the National Soldiers Home
at Togus Springs On Wednesday he will leave ~ Els
worth on his return, III special tram, ana VIII 90
After General Logan had rested, Mr. Blaine's car
rage driven up TO the door, and the TWO went iol
q short drive. At p. the street IN front OF MT
Blanes house alive with people, ana thelr Shouts
and cheers mingled with the music of brass band were
the means of calling General Logan to the front door
where he was rendered hearty welcome to the zap
ita of Maine. General Logan, when he responded
was received with a hearty greeting especially from
large number of Grand Army men, some OI whom hau
been his comrades in arms. He said
"LADIEs GENTIEMRS. AND COMRADES: I most fully
appreciate this kind compliment tonight. am truly
confess that / feel embarrassed in attempting
haan hvf Is
of Maine In the great contest stood side by
with those from all other parts of the country:
and did their duty for the preservation OF OF this great
Nation. 1t was preserved by their energy, tr thslr
psots% and BnG tba% e% oOa g Spd
prayers with their hearts full OF hope Tor
bfh hhS on the Atlantic Slope Well may t there have found
true hearts for its preservation not only to this country
Let that which followed as result OF it ION
control 5 the institutions Of this country the hands
Of those who sought 10 maintain them Ths people pc
sYes " tine The % apples IN
selection Of agents for the administration Of the Govern
Leans Of this mighty Nation has chosen as
the standard bearer of that great nary in the coming
lowcitizsn, James g. Blaine LaPplansel and you need
have no fear as to the result OF this contest; , ~
pcte' win Illinois III a 1850 gave gave to this country
It's first Republican President. Maine was then
associated with Illinois. In 1884 Maine will give gal
liant President 10 his Republic as has been elected Dy
Citizeis Of Maine feel honored and conpllmcnted
by being associated on the ticket with
q man worthy OF tho confidence Of the
people and every capable Of filing the high office
President with honor himself and to the country
tremendous applause and cheers for LOgan.)
After Senator Hale had spoken, there were loud calls
for Mr.. Blame who appeared in answer to the sum
MONS and gave the crowd cordial invitation TO
into his home aud be presented to his guest Ihls
invitation was accepted.
Mr. Blaine and his wife have accepted Senator
Hales invitation to accompany him tomorrow to his
home in Ellsworth with General Logan. palace car
has been rendered Mr. Blaine by tho Maine Central.
Mr. Blaine WI return on Wednesday.