Evening star., 1897-03-04

these dangers they placed their chief hope
in the Senate. The Senate. which
was organized in 11s2 at the Inauguration
OF the government. abides, and will con-
tinue to abide. one and the same body un-
til the republic itself shall be overthrown
or time shall he no more
Twenty-fOur senators who have occupied
seats in this chamber during my term of
ONCE are no longer members of this body.
Five of that unmhe--Stanford. Colqultt,
Vance. stockbridse and Wiison-sha'
tered with the contentious of the great
haif-fuIl of years and of honors. have
passed from earthly scenes. The fall OF
the gaveI VIII conclude the long and hon
orable terms of service of other senators.
who will be borne in kind remembrance by
their associates who remain.
/ would do violence to my feelings If l
failed 10 express my thanks 10 the officers
of this body for the fidelity with which
they have discharged their important du-
ties. aud for the timely assistance and un-
falling courtesy of which 1 have been the
recipient
For the able and distinguished gentleman
who succeeds me as your presiding officer
l earnestly invoke the same cooperation
and courtesy you have so generously ac-
corded me
Senators my parting words have been
spoken. and / discharge my last Off
eial dUty-that of declaring the Senate ad-
journed without cay.
Mr. Hobart now advanced TO the presid-
ing chair and for the first time exercised his
official functions by calling the Senate 10
order.
Mr Hobart moved aside for the bin
chaplain of the Senate. Rev. DIR. Milburn.
who. in impressive voice. delivered the first
Invocation 10 the new Senate He said:
Chaplain Miiburu's Prayer.
go Thou who are the King of Kings and
Lord of Lords, we come to mplore Thy
benediction upon this solemn service which
engages the profoundcst interest of the
nation. and enliSts the sympathies of all
kindred tribes and tongues. the Induction
OF Thine honored servants according 20 the
sovereign will OF the people of the United
States Of America into the highest offices
Of the land thus lifting than from the
plane Of private citizens to the level Of the
rnightiast rulers of the earth. and clio. hing
them with vast powers and awful RESPONSE
bIl1tieS- As they bow themselves before the
majesty Of Thy presence and Throne while
they pledge their faith to Thee and to the
people. by kissing the holy volume of Thy
WORD, gird their lOins and strengthen their
hearts for the manifold and great tasks
and ldbors which lie befuTc IheTn- Guard
their persons from disease. violence, and
every form of danger. endOw them with
health and soundness of body ana mind; en-
rich them with equanimity, patience. long
suffering fortitude and courage, with a
wise and understanding lear; and v hie
under Thy guidance they seek the veal of
the whole people, rally 10 their support the
1t
peace in our time. o Lord, and friendly
understanding with all the republics. Firg-
dOrns and empires of the world. Esia blish
among ourselves the reign of kindness and
good feeling. OF plain living high thinking
noble doing, and the spirit OF brotherly
love Thus crown the administration OF
Thy servants with the success ana honor
which come from God.
Likewise pray that Thy blessing may
abide upon Thy servants who his day en-
ter the fellowship Of the Sena-e- INSPIRE
them and their brethren of longer service
50 tnat the country may enter upon DeW
and tsneXdmpled era OF prosperity and vel
being Nor would we forget Thy servant.
who this day lay aside the cares, tolls anG
responsibilities Of their Offices Presiden
and Vice President. and return TO the path:
OF private life. God of our fathers, bless
preserve and keep them. and grant then
length of days, Thv comfort ard IeGce
And so revereutIy lifting I'D our hearts t,
Thee as children 10 a father. pray. ii
behalf OF the great assembly within thes
walls. upon our brethren throughout III
whole land and through all i41dS that tn
peace Of God. which passe:h ;tll under
standing. may keep our hearts anu mind
in the knowledge and love of God. and o
His Son. Jesus Chris; our Lord: ara tha
the blessing of God the Father, me So
and the Holy Ghost may be amongst II
and remain with US always. Amen"
AS the chaplain closed. Vice President Ho
bart addressed the Senate for the frs
time, speaking in strong. well-modulate
toIies. he delivered his Introductory aG
dress. He SAID:
Vice President Hobnr;'s Address.
Senators: To have been elected to pre-
side over the Senate of the United State
Is distinction which any citizen woul
prize. and the manifestation of conidenc
which it implies is honor which / sir
cerely appreciate.
Ny gratitude and loyalty to the peopl
of the country to whom / owe this homo
and my duty to you. well. demand sue
a conservative. equitable and constellation
construction and enforcement of your rul.
as shall promote the well-being and pro-
perity of the people and at the same tin
conserve the time-honored precedents ar
established traditions which have contri
uted to make this tribunal the most di
tinguished of the legislative bodies of u
world.
In entering upon the duties of the Off
10 which j have been chosen / feel a .
culiar descacy. for 1 am aware that yo,