Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-11-13
Columbus, o., a Democratic Mecca
in Honor Of Judge Thurman.
HOW THE SERPENT WAS LOST.
A Pacific Railway Disaster Injuries
Nearly 100 Persons.
INQUIRY INTO THE FAIR EXPENSES.
IN HONOR OF THE OLD ROMAN.
Columbus in Gala Attire and Many Dis
tincuished ViSitors Arriva

Columbus in Gala Attire and Many Dis.
tinSuished Visitors Arrive.
COLUMBUS, ONO, Nov. 13-Today marks the
seventy-seventh anniversary Of tho birth of
Allan g. Thurman, tho "Old Roman" of Ohio
democracy, and the democrats Of the nation
have made the occasion one to do homage to
their distinguished mentor. At the armory
this evening 1000 guests, representing the
supreme intelligence and leadership Of the
party of the country at large, will be seated at
the banquet to be given by the Thurman Club
OF this city to commemorate the occasion.
COLUMBUS IN GAY ATTIRE.
The city Of Columbus is in gala attire today,
and although the banquet is to constitute the
only public ceremonies of the day tho entire
city presents a scene Of unusual activity. From
the summit OF the capitol liz proudly waving
the stars and stripes, and across the principal
streets and in front Of thousands Of dwellings,
are suspended the flag Of the nation and various
banners and floral decorations.
From early morning every incoming train
brought to the city contingent Of prominent
Thurman has been the recipient of congratu-
latory calls. Ex-President Cleveland and Col
LAMONT came in on an early train and were es-
corted by Mrs. Campbell to the executive man
sion, where they arc the guests of Gov. Camp
bell. An hour later Senator Calvin
President and himself made an early forenoon
call on the distinguished Ohiosn. Gov Camp
bell Is still far from we'll and it is doubtful
whether he will be able to attend the banquet
THE ''oLD ROMANS" HEALTH.
The sunshine Of the pleasant autumn day
seems to have added vigor to the frame Of the
"Old Roman, who, as he shook the hand of Mr..
Cleveland, so warmly extended in congratula-
ton, assured his caller that he had not felt so
well for many months, and that he hoped still
to weather u few more years.
but" said he, II havs lived long enough to
find myself more than appreciated by the
many kind friends who have remembered me
on this day, and no years could add to the
warmth OF the congratulations which they
have showered upon me-"
Mr.. Cleveland assured the Old Roman that
the greetings of this day, which came from all
quarters of the country, some extended in per.
son, others by letters and hundreds by wire,
were but the spontaneous expression of CRATE
ful people toward one whose proved and un-
swerving career had won for him alike the ven-
Grafton Of his party and the admiration Of the
nation.
1--WE hope, judge" said Mr.. Cleveland. "that
you may yet be spared many years of usefulness
to see the fullest fruition Of your doctrines and
your teachings"
OTHER PRoMINENr ARRIvALs.
Among the prominent democrats who have
arrived this forenoon are Congressman
Springer of Illinois, Mansur Of Missouri Outh.
waite OF Ohio, ex-Commissioner Of Agriculture
Colman of Missouri, Gov -elect Boyd of Ne
braska, President Robert j. Smith Of the Iro-
quOis Club Of Chicago and Congressman Dur
burrow and McGann of Illinois.
The Iroquois Club Of Chicago provoked a
hearty cheer as they marched into the Neil
House, each member decorated with an artistic
badge, the insignia Of the Illinois organization
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Nebraska the first call Of the club was upon
Congressman Springer, who was greeted az Mr..
Speaker in indication Of coming honors. The dis
tinguished Illinois Congressman returned the
salutation gracefully and acknowledged his can
didacy and hope Of success for the speakership
of the Fifty-second Congress
At ii o'clock this forenoon a public recep-
tion took place at the governors Office, where
ex-President Cleveland met the many distin-
guished representatives of that party which
ackno wledged him as the leader.
MR.. CLEvELAND's RECEPTION.
During the reception at the state house the
firing of twenty-one guns welcomed Mr.. Cleve-
land to the state Of Ohio. The clamorous
crowd which assembled in the building would
not depart without personally greeting the ex-
President, and line was formed. and as the
multitude ebbed through Mr.. Cleveland shook
the hands Of the enthusiasts admirers By his
side stood Gov. Campbell who had veEtured
out for the first time during the day; Congress-
man Cultivate, Hon. Jos. E. Mcdonald Of In
diana and several other democrats of national
celebrity.
Senator John W. Daniel Of Virginia will not
be able to attend the banquet.
In view Of the trying exercises Of the even
ing yet in store, Judge Thurman did not
venture out to the capitol reception, and by
tacit agreement was graciously permitted a
few hours rest by his visiting admirers. The
reception lasted till 1890.