, 1890-10-16

the Southern hotel the president aud
party reviewed the parade, which was u
magnificent one.
After lunch they proceeded to the
Merchants Exchange, where Governor
Francis and Mayor Noonan delivered
addresses Of welcome. President Har-
risoH responded briefly, thanking the
state and city for the magnificent re-
ception. Secretary Tracy also spoke
briefly.
On leaving the Merchants Exchange
the presidential party went direct to the
fair grounds. The route, covering q
large portion of the city and the most
beautiful residence quarters, was also
made triumphal procession by the
enthusiastic welcome extended the pres.
ident all along tho line. Tho drive was
apparently much enjoyed by him. In
passing through Vandewenter place
mcnt nc the residence of his friend
r., Z. Kerens. At the fair grounds the
party proceeded to the Jockey Club
House. where an elegant luncheon was
served to the president and party, Gov.
ernor Francis, Mayor Noonan and fifty
other distinguished citizens of st. Louis
and Missouri.
AT the conclusion of the luncheon the
party again entered their carriages. and
were driven around the fair grounds,
viewing briefly the exhibits in every
dopartment. The fine stock seemed to
have particular interest for the presi-
dent.
On the return of the president to the
city he and his party, Governor Francis
and Mayor Noonan, were entertained at
private dinner at the Southern hotel,
after which the president repaired to his
room, until the evening visit to the ex-
position.
The president Is hourly in receipt of
kilograms giving the condition Of Jus
tice Miller and, should death occur to-
night or tomorrow, II will probably
hasten somewhat the presidents return
to Washington. The programme, how
ever, Is to spend tomorrow quietly In
indianapolis, and leave for Washington
the following morning making brief
stops ut several Indiana and Ohio towns.
Hon. Mark Mcdonald, of Cali
forna, one of the worlds fair
commissioners at large, came down
from Chicago to renew the
urgent invitation of the board OF direc-
tors and Director General Davis to visit
the Worlds Fair city and inspect the
Worlds Fair site. The president was
compelled again to decline. Chicago
also invited him before he left Washing
ton, but lie replied that his schedule
was already made up and that he could
not In justice to Other Western cities
visit Chicago at this time, particularly
as he had alreany visited it ON the oc-
casion of the opening OF the Auditorium.
At 8 o'clock this evening the party
went to the exposition building. At the
ent rance to the building an ovation was
given the president by the immense
crowd. After brief reception in the
ladies' parlor the party proceeded to the
music hall. The president occupied
box handsomely decorated for the occa-
sion. When he entered, Gilmore's band
struck up "Hail to the Chief" which
was partially drowned out by the cheers
| from the throats OF six thousand people.
During the concert which followed.
little girl, JEANNE Brokaw presented
the president with a large floral piece.
| TIE president thanked the child for the
| flowers.
After repeated calls Governor Francis
introduced the president, who spoke
briefly, expressing his appreciation of
the magnificent reception rendered him
since his arrival, and speaking in praise
OF the exposition and concert.
At 10 o'clock the party started for
Indianapolis.