The Forrest City times., 1899-10-06
NO. 2.

the coming of the man of Manila, rid
ing with the president, on his way to
the capitol. to receive the nations
tribute. They were in the presidents
private carriage. seated on the rear
seat. the president on the right. Mr..
Mckinley raised his hat only occasion-
ely. leaving to the admiral to ac-
knowledge the plaudits of the multi
'usie by lifting his chapeau. What an
ovation.
Hsss with Deafenisg Cheers.
From end 10 end the avenue rang
with deafening cheers. and the banks
of humanity took on life and motion,
as aags and handkerchiefs were waved
mndly.
Following the admiral came the OFF,
GERS and men Of his flagship. the Olym-
psa. In double ranks. stretching across
the avenue. and then distinguished Of
heers Of the navy and army. The
members of the cabinet rode In car
riages. With them rode Capt. LAM
berion, Flag Lieutenant Brumby, and
others Of the admiral's staf.
Another Briisisat Dtvtston.
still another brilliantdi vision was
formed by the governors of states.
mounted and accompanied by their
stats.
~ their head rode Gov. Edward C.
Smith. Of Vermont. the native state of
Dewey. with a numerous stan. bril-
lyiantly uniformed.
Then came Gov. Powers OF Maine.
Gov. Wolcott Of Massachusetts. Gov.
Atkinson Of West Virginia. Gov. Tyler
of Virginia. Gov. Pingree of Michi-
gan. aud Gov. Lowndes Of Maryland.
each with his stan. Brighten. Har-
ries and the troops Of the District ma
tional guard brought the martial spec
tacle 10 n close.
Glittering in the brilliant autumn
| sunshine. the parade filled the mile of
broad avenue from treasury 20 capitol,
with swaying mass of color. Passing
the peace monument. II wound up the
hill TO the east front of the capitol.
sim Ahead of Ttss~.
Like everything connected with
Dewey's record he was early in arriv-
ing at the capitol. being half an hour
AHEAD of time.
A Gun sounded.
gun sounded In the direction of
fhc river just as the sun reached the
meridian. There was n flourish from
the marine band as the head Of the
procession reached the portieo. The
bend struck into the soul-moving
strains OF 'Iiail TO the Chief as the
procession moved slowly down the
steps TO the stand.
The Crowd Che~red.
The crowd ebeered as the party took
their seats. Admiral Dewey rising with
bare head TO respond 10 the ovation. A
colored servant i'm livery threw naval
cloak over the admiral's shoulders as
he took his seat.
Prayer was offered by Rev. Dr. Bris-
tol, President McKinley's pastor.
Ross Perry then made the introduce
tory address which was Justify
eheered. lie ended by introducing Sec
retary Long who was received with en-
thusiasm and. standing bare-headed,
addr, ssed his remarks directly TO Ad-
miral Dewey who remained bare-head-
ed and seated.
Presented ny the rr~sia~ns.
As Secretary Long concluded then he
passed the sword to President McKin-
ley. The latter rose and faced the adj
miral. Dewey was yisibly affected and
brushed his gioved hands across his
eyes beforv standing ~ attention. The
president said:
Admiral Dewey; From your entrance IN
the harbor Of New York with your gai-
strations which everywhers have greeted
you reveal the public esteem of your he
roic action and the fullness Of love ia
The voice of the natson Is lifted I'm
praise and gratitude for the disfing uixhsd
and memorable services you nave rsn-
you afrectionate welcome home in which
Join with all my heart.
Your eictory exalted American valor and
extended American authority. There was
no flaw In your victory. there will be no
fsltering In maintaining g. lGreat ap-
IL gives me pleasure and great hoaor.
in behalf Of an the people, 70 hand you
this sword. the gift of the nation. voted
by the congress OF the United states
The president handed the admiral
the sword with a deep bow. and there
was roar Of applause as Dewey re-
ceived IL. The crowd was hushed az
he turned 10 reply. He said:
Admiral Dewey's Respease.
thank you. Mr.. President for thss
great honor you have conferred upon me
| thank the congress for what Il has dsas
| thank the secretary Of the navy for his
gracious words. I thank my countryn~n
for this beautiful gift. which shall Be An
heirloom In my family forever as an ssi-
dence that republics are not unxratsful
and l thank you. Mr.. Chairman and gem
tlemen OF the committee, for the grscioua
cordial and kindly welcome which you
have given me to my home.
The band played THE Star Spanglei
Banner" and then Cardinal Gibbons
pronounced the benediction. There
was the usual hustle and confusion az
the ceremonies closed. and then the
crowd rearranged itself. a proad path