The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-03-07
INAUGURATION ECHOES.
soxE <rrER THoU0HTs ABoUTS
THE WONDERFUL DISPLAY.
what virginians Did In Washington and
How They Were Received-How Our
Soldiers Fared-Incidents.

landed back In Richmond on Saturday
night. They went to the capital city on
Friday night and arrived there while the
much-talked-of blizzard was at its height
on Saturday morning. The outlook for
endowment was certainly gloomy, and
many impulsive men, seeing the deplora-
bic state of affairs, remained In the sta
ton. or only made the trip over to the
ST. James, which is opposite the depot.
got what little breakfast love, money
and stentorian pleading could secure, and
came back TO Richmond on the first train.
Others, however, braved the elements,
and began the unsatisfactory search OF
finding place where breakfast couid
be purchased. At every restaurant. hotel,
and other place where meals are usually
served. arrangements had been made 10
accommodate the immense crowds, but
II seemed as though Washington had
lost its head" Tables were not complete
" occupied, and yet one had TO beg. tip
and do everything else for something to
eat. and then, with heaven only knows
how long before the waiter returned with
the more or less appetizing food. AT
least, such was the experience OF thou
sands
The Virginia soldiers say they enjoyed
themselves, and every one In Richmond
hopes that they did, but where the fun
came in for them was never discovered
by the many hundred Virginians who
patiently waited on the avenue or the
grand-stands TO see them pass.
They arrived in Washington Saturday
morning, after sleeping in day coaches.
They marched TO their breakfast. and by
IL o'clock we're standing on some alphalt
pavement near the Capitol. keeping the
snow from their faces the best way they
could, stamping their feet in an unsuccess-
full effort to keep warm, and awaiting the
command forward"
The Walker Light Guard were we'll
treated, however, for their appearance IN
full-dress uniforms. without overcoats.
drew forth sympathy. They were station
ed in front Of what proved to be a hospi
table home. for the ladies OF that house
had fires made in the basement and the
soldier boys were invited in and made as
comfortable as possible
The Blues had comfortable quarters not
far from the Capitol, and Captain Clutch
ms made them keep on their overcoats
until the parade started. The Blues then
marched up the avenue I'm their pretty
full-dress uniforms.
Had there been more Virginia troops,
all would have been the recipients OF
more iUdIktu attentions IoE III llt near u
Of both Northern and Southern men is a
warm spot for soldiers who come from
the State which Is the mother OF Presi-
dents.
General Fitzhugh Lee undoubtedly at
tracted more attention than any other
man in the parade. Down at one end OF
a grand stand could be heard that grand
old Southern YELL that rose on many
battlefield years ago, and at the other
end could be leard the hi. hi hi %
the Northern enthusiast. Then they
would throw their hats into the air. and
all paid most loyal tribute to one Of the
noblest of Virginias sons.
The Stuart Horse Guards received com
pliments all along the route for their
splendid horsemanship. AS soon as they
came into view at different points one
could hear the men in the crowd who
seemed TO know riders when they see
them commenting most favorably on
Lieutenant Branch's command. Had the
cavalry regiment gone, perfect ovation
would have been given them.
Captain Cunningham was the guest Sat
urday night of the Watterson Club. OF
Louisville. one OF the political clubs that
did credit to themselves. He sang them
several songs in his inmitable style,
and the popping OF corks made most III
accompaniment He. with his command.
left Washington Sunday afternoon at ?
o'clock. and when I saw them off at the
depot they seemed TO be happy, and
though fatigued. still a credit TO them
selves. their city and their state. They
went over the Chesapeake and Ohio road,
arriving I'm Richmond late Sunday night
The Thurman Club took no part In the
parade They all went to the national
capital, but returned on any Of the trains
from Saturday night to yesterday morn
ing.
At the Inauguration Major James ID.
Patton occupied the seat that would have
been occupied by Governor Mckinney II
he had attended the inauguration. The
door-keeper. who is at all times quite an
important parsonage. is a personal friend
Of Major Patton, and a few moments
before the ceremonies in the Senate began
the door-keeper told the Major that II he
could produce Governor McKinney's
ticket he would be received with the
usual honors.
The ticket properly filled out ana signed
was produced, and the door-keeper called
cut. Make way for the Governor OF
Virginia" Major Patton protested nut
the Senate official assured him that those
eort Of things were done every day ana
we're considered proper by those who had
ANYTHING TO do with the matter Major
patton was shown 10 the seat with all
due ceremony, and those VINO ulu not
entov his personal acquaintance addressed
him as Governor.
There was both surprise and regret that
covernor Mckinney did not attend the
,nauguration. Frequently were virgin
tons asked where was their Governor
and n was rather embarrassing TO resi-
dent OF Old Virginia 10 be compelled 10
reply that Governor Mckinney ala not
come.
senator Lovenstain was forced 10 go 10
the inaugural ball with a sixty-cent CleYe-
Iood beaver He was in Saks' store In
Washington early In the day, and one or
his COMPANIONS offered TO purchase the
mar II ne would wear II. The jolly Sena-
tor agreed 10 do so. and he was htted out
accordingly. In the meanwhile the dis
carded silk tile which had been brought
IN from Richmond was surreptltiously
taken away by some fun-loving indi-
vtduals. and before the Senator missed
q II had been packed In a large dry
goods box. his name and address In Rich
mo1d had been marked thereon in large
letters. and not long after the express
company took the box, sent II TO Rich
mond with charges unpaid.
Rut then Cleveland Is a Jeffersonian
Democrat and simplicity is one Of the
watch words Of the new administration.
Amorg the Richmonders in Washington
Saturday night was young man, VINO -
vell-known here as a society man He
had en- engagement with one OF South
Carolina'g fairest daughters for the In
augural ball. and he was 10 call at the
Nftropolitan at o'clock for the young
lady. A few moments after that time