Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1885-06-26

National Commander KountH and his
comrades, gracefully introducing Gov
Robbie to give the official welcome. Gov.
Robbie welcomed all and extended the right
hand of fellowship with Il full heart.
He said the sons OF New England
had ever loved the union aud they
could heartily welcome all who had
served their native land. lie welcomed
men high in the National councils, COVER
nors of States and other distinguished
men, and among them one who followed .
Sherman in his march to the sea and who /
now occupies one of the highest positions |
in the country us National commander of /
the Grand Army. Applause He paid /
Il tribute to Cen Grant, which was re-
ceived with enthusiasm, and compliment !
ed the city of Portland on its fine recep-
ton.
Commander Hall next called on Mayor
Deering, who in behalf of the citizens of
Portland extended the welcome Of the
city III cordial words.
Communicative Chief Kountz was then
introduced. He was received with hearty
applause. He expressed the thanks of the
department and himself. for the reception
rendered them. "One year ago" he
said, eve accepted your invitation
to hold this encampment in the
Pine Tree State and | want to say to you
we are glad to be here. You have not only
welcomed us to your city, but you have
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hearts pA your ",. hiiiuli 'i
to the republic in the struggle for liberty
and union and how nobly your heroic sons
huSla'le,' lie W. ,iu,iic ii ,ilt'
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year, to meet and greet old comrades and
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RISING OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES of patriotism and
devotion to the principle of free govern
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hnt,yann thn Oh soldirrs in nix n.snrin'
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we thank Won Infinitely more than words
can express for this royal welcome and as
sure You that this magnificent reception
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collection
/ Chambers band then played Il spirited
medley. Gov. Alger OF Michigan was next
introduced and made il short speech receiV-
ing applause Gen. Henry W. Slocum of
New York was next introduced and was
| received with tremendous cheering. He
told n story of II young Maine soldier who
set up IL guide board inscribed "Portlaud,
Me, 800 miles, Richmond, four miles, and
described the long route which that young
man travelled to get over those four
miles He also described the origin of the
Logan corps badge. He spoke of the re-
suit of the war and said nothing ever had
done 50 much to inspire respect of the
South for the North us Sherman'S march
to the sea.
Gen. LoGan's Tribute to Gen. Grant.
Gen Logan was then presented and receiv
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