The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1891-04-29
Mrs. j. D. Yost, Mis-, Yost.
POSTAL COURTESIES.
Reception to Mr. Wanamaker at
the POstOffice.
Cheered by Clerks and Carriers-Thanks Nicely
Rendered-The Floral Tribute
Acknowledged


clerks and carriers yesterday morning TO rush
through the forenoon's work, In order 10 devote
an hour In welcoming the head of the depart
ment, Hon. John Wanamaker, and enjoying the
pleasure OF his CHEEKY words. All hands. from
the urbane Postmaster to his humblest assistant
started In with VIII at very early hour TO &C
complIsh their self.imposed task, and shortly
after o'clock q good half-day's work was ac-
cOmplished many hours ahead of time.
Shortly before o'clock the carriers from the
outside stations and the main Office were mar
shaded in front OF the Appraisers stores, on the
west of the Postofice. They were happy, hand
some, fine looking body Of men. hundred aud
fifty strong, In their service uniforms. The
ladies' OF the department were seated behind
them, close TO a large floral cannon. which was
planted In position commanding the driveway.
MIR. wANAMAKER's ARRIVAL.
A few minutes after these arrangements had
been perfected MIR. Wanamaker drove up in his
carriage and was escorted into General Backus'
office, where after formal welcome, the depart
ment and station superintendent aud a number
of visiting PosImasIers from the interior OF the
State were presented to the honorable gentle
man.
The officials thus introduced were: J. C.
Bowles, Superintendent OF Mall Department;
A NJ. Cox, Superintendent OF Carriers; Barlow
Dyer, Superintendent OF Registry Department;
A. j. YiBin2, Superintendent OF News paper De-
partment aud the following Station Superin-
tendents: W. r. Jones OF Station A, Q; Il. Curry
of B. David Smith OF c, Louis Miller of D, George
A. Billings OF e, q. ii. Wheeler of f, w. II.
Smi Ii of e, j. X. Smsdley OF II and b. +. Haz-
eliine of /. The wishing Postmasters included
Postmaster Kelly OF San Jose Postmaster Gale of
Arbuckie, 5. Il. BOSWELL Of San Rafael, George
Slurteyant of Alameda and Postmaster Heming-
way Of Winters.
Alter the official introductions the postal
clerks were presented, aud then Mr.. Nanamaker
was conducted TO the courtyard aud ed
to the carriers. lie was received with deafenng
cheers
many aud ott-repeated bows.
THANKS RETURNED.
As soon as he could get hear Ing the Post
MASTER eneral addressed himself to the men
before him; told Them how happy he felt at m eet-
ing them, thanked them for their cheers, and
mOdestly disclaimed the compliment as being
Intended for him but rather tor the Government
which be represented. He hoped, he said, at
another time TO have an opportunity OF cheering
some OF them who are now 10 the ranks.
Commenting upon The fact that all had done
their full share of work before assembling to
give him greeting. lie expressed himself as
pleased at their attention 10 The welfare OF the
service aud referred TO the President and him
self their eOlaborers, ever ready TO respond 10
the demands OF duy and 10 do iull and honest
DAYS day.
The exactlng nature aud even hardships of the
postal service were then touched upon by the
speaker, who said he did mol think tie public
Understood the sacrifices made by The employees,
or the fact that they were the most faithful and
conscientious men in the Government service
He censured Congress for not taking note OF the
great Increase IN the growth OF Inc postal service
by enlargng the appropriations IN accordance
with that growth. He thought such recognition
was well earned, as the postal service has had
as much 10 do building up this country by the
safety and rapid dispatch II affords TO communi-
Gallons as any other organized body.
CARRIERS RESPONSIBILITIES.
The man in blue who walks along the streets
delivering letters does not perhaps seem so, but
lie is one of the most important factors In the
business life Of this country. letter mslald
may mean the protest OF note, may mean The
failure OF some great enterprise, may mean that
things OF great moment VIII 90 wrong He
hoped nothing will be wanting In ability, integ-
riIy and willingness to work. They stand "a.
trusted by the people with their vast CORE
spOndence, and When any grow tired OF the dig
nifty Of this calling IL is time for them to resign.
In conclusion Mr. Manamaker thanked all for
the lovely decorations they had put in his rooms.
a. | never WAS so handsomely decorated in my
lfe," he said. 1.-THE boudOiT of flowers, In which
daily breathe the perfume of cloud of bouquets,
are the most beautiful have ever seen. 1 can
not sleep In 1t, for, Try as may have always a
dim consciousness that some one is throwing a
bouquet at me. This visit has been one steady
CLEAN OF sunshine, and i shall not soon forget
the brightness it has thrown upon my whole life.
Having seen the place In which you work and the
beautiful city In which you live, L shall try soon
10 do something practical toward returning the
Kindness your people have shown me-"
PARTING GREETINGS.
At the close OF his remarks he was again
eheefed yoeiierousiy. He was then conducted
back TO the PoslmasteT's office and introduced
TO the ladies OF the department aud 10 Wong
san, the Chinese interpreter, whom he had
noticed in tue ranks.
Turning TO the latter, after the ladies' had re-
tired, Mr. Wanamaker asked his position In the
Office. 81 read the Chinese addresses" was the
reply In admirable English which rather sur
prised the honorable gentleman. After q few
pleasant remarks WOng's ambition fer shake
hands was gratiiied aud he left the distinguished
presence beaming with smiles.
A few moments later, after a close inspection
OF the Office and some pointed remarks as to its
needs the visit terminated and Mr.. Wanamaker
WAS driven 10 the Broadway Wharf, in time 10
join the Presidential party ON the CITY of Puebla
Tor their excursion around the haTb0r.