The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-04-27

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The proceedings completely "1oored"
the recipient, who stood specchless for
moment Recovering himself, but with
deep feeling, Mr. Allen responded;
Gentlemen Of The Appeal Company
| hardly know what 10 say in acknowl-
edgment Of so much kindness. This is,
indeed, to me happy elimination OF my
service with your company, for which L
may justly feel proud. IL almost compen-
safes the regret feel in leaving you. For
this handsome and generous testimonial TO
my worth, as you are pleased 10 express it,
| feel deeply grateful. II will DO a pleas
in. reminder of associations fruitful for me
Of your esteem and friendship. For the
kind words expressive OF your sentiments,
| feel yet moro deeply grateful. Wordslike
these burn their way into our hearts and
leave an impress that time cannot eiiacc.
In leaving TifE APPEAL am glad 10 be
able 10 say that il * on the high-road OF
prosperity, and II | may assume that in
my humble way Ihavo added one lot 10 its
success, am compensated. May the grand
old paper widen and deepen It's influence
uutil IL n welcome visitor 10 every house
hold in this broad land. May IL ever he
the fearless, outspoken friend OF the peo-
ple-the palladium Of justice aud Of right.
To my worthy successor Mr.. Ilatchett,
faithful and efficient, | commend the bust
ness management Of your affairs, with the
fullest assurance OF successful administra-
ton. Gentlemen, again / thank you, ono
and all, for many courtcsics and kindnesses
during my sojourn with you, and particu-
larry for the evidences Of your esteem ON
the present occasion.
At this point Mr. Heating was seen 60
suddenly arise from his chair and move
significantly 10 an obscure corner OF the
apartments. Tho shuilling OF feet and
| juggling Of glasses were heard, and upon
CHANGING In the direction from whence the
sounds proceeded the party saw colored
man showing table covered with cham
pagno glasses forward. Aided by Mr..
Heating. Mr.. Collier aud others, the por-
ter soon had the filled glasses In the hands
Of those assembled. The contents, Of
course, soon disappeared. but brought
forth eloquent expressions OF the pro-
ioundcst good will and best wishes for the
retiring business manager. Toasts were
proposed and responded TO by directors,
the editorial staff aud Mr.. j. II. Hammer,
the latter OF whom spoke rs follows
Speaking for the composing.room, /
know that Mr.. Aliens retirement rs busi.
ness manager will cause sincere regret In
the heart OF every one connected with IL.
lie WIS always uniformly courteous 90 and
mindful Of the comfort Of those In his en-
ploy. All this II highly appreciated, and
lac viii carry with him tho hearty good
win Of every one. Another thing that has
cndcared Mr.. Allen Ia all Of us, Il the fact
that he has never failed tosympathize with
and labor 20 promote the Interests OF the
nottingham. Speaking for myself, have
known Mr.. Allen under circumstances
which put men 10 tho seyercsl test, and
can pay him no higher compliment than
10 say have always found In him all the
clements OF u true gentleman. During our
relations Of employer aud employee not the
slightest Jar has occurred 20 mar them"
Mr. Hammers remarks were made with
! feeling. aud roundly applaudcd.
Mr. Allen Is succcdod by Mr.. r. n
, llalchcti, who bas oily olicaicd a. score
iary aud trcasurcr idr the past six months
These Offices haw now been consolidated
The Hon. Cmcy Young, who arrived
, irom Little Rock last night, was an inter
| csicd guest aud earnest participant In Ia,
, Informal attcsiaiion Oi warm friendship al
. nrnund