The free press. (Poplarville, Miss.) 1890-19??, 1893-03-16

reinstate the self-confidence and busi-
ness enterprises of our citizens by,dis~
crediting an abject dependence upon
governmental favor. we strive to stini-
ulate those elements of American
character which support the hope
of Amer lean achievement
Anxiety for the redemption
of the pledges my party has
made and solicitrde for the complete
justification Of the trust the people
have reposed in us, constrain me to
remind those with whom am to co..
operate that we can succeed in doing
the work which has been especially set
before US only blythe most sincere har-
mony aud disinterested effort. Even
if insuperable obstscles and opposition
prevent the consummation of our
task, we shall hardly be excused; and
if failure can be traced to our fault or
neglect. we may be sure the peopla
will hold us to swift and exactin1
accountability.
The oath I now take, to preserve,
protect and defend the constitution OF
the United States, not only Impress
lively defines the great responsibility !
assume, put suggests obedience to
constitutional commands as the rule by
which my official conduct must bo
guided. l shall to the best of my
ability, and within my sphere Of duty,
preserve the constitution by Loyalty
protecting every grant of Federal
power it contains; by defending all
its restraints when attacked by impa-
tience and restlessness, and by en-
forcing its limitations and reservR-
tions in favor of the States and peo-
Pile. Fully impressed with the gravity
of the duties that confront me-. and
mindful of my weakness, | should be
appalled, if it were my lot to bear un-
aided the responsibilities which await
me. / am, however, saved from dis
couragement when | remember that |
shall have the support and counsel and
cooperation of wise and patriotic
men, who will stand at my side IN
cabinent places, or will represent the
people in their legislative halls. I
find also much comfort in remembers
ing that my countrymen are just and
generous, and in the assurance that
they will not condemn those who by
| sincere devotion to their service de-
serve their forbearance anu approval.
Above all know their is supreme
being who rules the affairs of mon,
and whose goodness and mercy have
always followed the American people,
and know he will not turn from us
now, if we humbly and reverentiy
seek his powerful aid.
PASSING OF TIE PARADE.
AT the conclusion of the inaugural
addresses the firing of gun brought
the command of the first grand di-
vision to attention, and amid the
booming of the presidential salute OF
twenty. one guns from the batteries OF
the Washington Navy-yard and Fort
Myer, Va, President Cleveland and
his escort moved rapidly toward the
White House, followed by the inau-
gural procession. The reviewing
stand, designated by an immense hag
flying above it, was situated immedi-
ately in front of the executive mani
SIGN and or the south side of Pennsyl-
vana avenue. Acres of humanity,
surging like a sea, occupied every
available spot of ground in the vicln-
ity.
The inaugural parade, which was
under command Of Gen. Martin G..
Mcmahon, of New York, grand mar,
shaI, was competed CT two grand
divisions, each division being in turn
subdivided into divisions and brigades.
The United States forces, which led
the parade, were under the command
of Brigadier General John II. Brooke,
and presented soldierly appearance.
All commissioned and other officers
carrying swords gave the military
salute as they passed in review, turn
ing toward President Cleveland az
they did so. The imperturbable Presi-
nent returned the salutes by raising
his hat, accompanied by an almost inn
perceptible nod. Lieutenant Colonel
L. C. Bainbridge commanded the ar
tilery. Maj. X. w. Huntington, of
the United States marine corps, con-
manded the marines, and Captain Bell
of the Seventh Cavalry commanded
the squadron of light cavalry.
The guard of honor of President
Cleveland consisted of 100 members
of the New York Business Mems
Cleveland and Stevenson Association,
representing fifteen mercantile organi-
cations in the Empire City, The pas
sage of the President along the avenue
was one continual ovation of the most
enthusiastic kind.
The first popular outburst came
when Gov. Robert Z. Pattison Of
Pennsylvania passed in front of the
reviewing stand, followed by his staff
and the National Guard of the Slate
of Pennsylvania.
The South Carolina contingent came
next, headed by man who has re-.
Gently become famous throughout the
Union as defender of States rights.
1t was Gov. Ben Tillman.