Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-02-15

the Senate, accompanied by a number of
citizens; that he seated himself, arose and
delivered his address, after which he APP
preached the clerks table, when Chief JUS
tice Marshall administered the OATH and
returned to his lodgings, where he was
waited on by large number of citizens
Inaugural Ball Omitted.
There is no record of an inaugural ball
and, with the exception of the parade Of
two uniformed companies, the occasion was
devoid of all show-it was, indeed, one of
the utmost simplicity. Mr.. Adams. who
had preceded Mr.. jefferson, was conspicu-
Gus by his absence, having left early that
morning for his home In Massachusetts.
Various reasons were assigned for this ac-
ton, that of chagrin and disappointment
upon not having been honored with sec
ond term, being generally accepted.
In the second inauguration here IS06)
there was even less display or ceremonial
than when Mr. jefferson was first inaugu-
rated-a typical democratic affair Mr.
JEFFERSON. accompanied by a number of gem
lemen, rode from the White House to the
Capitol, and. entering the Senate in the
presence of that body, again took the oath,
delivered his inaugural, and, returning was
waited upon by a large number of citizens
There was, however, procession in honor
Of the occasion, the patriotism of the work.
men OF the navy yard impell-ng them to
turn out with military music. flags and
the insignia of their pursuits. and march
past the President. There was also some
illumination at night.
At this period the celebration of Washing
toms birthday anniversary, February ~,
was an event in the District cities, partfcu-
larry Alexandria, and 1t had Its effect on
the inauguration festivities. There were
always parades of the mil tary during the
day, meetings and dinners by associations
and the public in the afternoons and even
inss and balls at night in celebration OF
the February event
MadisOn's Term.
Mr.. Madison IN 1909 succeeded his friend,
Mr.. Jefferson, whose cabinet he had head
ed as Secretary Of State; and the very
heavens smiled on the event in which he
was the central figure. The day appeared
to have been made for the occasion. Mr..
Madison. with his family. had resided here
for eight years, at the intersection Of II
street and Madison place. whence he was
escorted to the Capitol. The city was
filled with people from far and near, and
from early dawn to late at night there
were demonstrations of rejoicing. Salutes
were filed at the navy yard and Fort War
burton and minute guns throughout the
ceremonies Mr. jefferson and his grand
son rode to the Capitol in the morning to
witness the proceedings, hitching their
horses to the palisades
Mr.. Madison emphasized his principles by
wearing a suit of clothes made Of material
of American production. He was escorted
from his home by the District Cavalry,
Capt Brent in command. Secretaries Gal
latin and Crowningshield and Attorney
General Robert Smith accompanied him to
the Capitol. He was received by Presi-
dent pro tenn Milledge of the Senate, and
escorted to the Speakers chair, delivering
his inaugural address and subscribing 10
the oath administered by Chief justice
Marshall. The house was filled with MEM
bers, government officers, foreign minis
tiers and citizens, and 1t was estimated
that 10000 persons were unable TO gam
admission. ~
The occasion was one of intense interest,
and to satisfy the public demand for the
inaugural address the lntelngencer pup
lished it in an extra paper the same day.
The address was also printed In orna-
mental style for framing and placed on
sale-price S3-a few days afterward.
At the conclusion Of the ceremony at the
Capitol nine companies of the uniformed
District Militia escorted the President TO
the Executive Mansion, where Mr.. Jefer-
son, who had preceded the party with
others, received and welcomed him. Inc
President held levee in the afternoon
Mrs Madison receiving with him. Cream,
cake and light wines were served, ana the
affair was a precedent for the future hos
pitality on such occasions.
At night there was a public ball at
Longs Hotel under the management OK
Commodore Tingey, Col. VIM. Brent, Gen.
Van Ness and others, when dancing was
commenced at o'clock.
His Second Inaugural.
Madison's second Inauguration took place
on Tuesday, March 4. 1913. The country
was then engaged in the second war with
the mother country. when the actions OF
the enemy were of more interest than any
mere ceremonious preparations for inau-
guration. Mr.. Madison was escorted from
the White House to the Capitol by num-
Der of officers Of the militia Of the District,
under Gen. Van Ness and the cavalry, UNI
der Vaudeville, Caldwell and Peters
The Inauguration, as did the previous
one took place In the House, and from the
Capitol Mr.. Madison was escorted back by
the militia of the District, which had been
enrolled and organized for service. and the
marines from the barracks. AS was the
case four years before, Mr.. Madison kept
open house, and, with Mrs. Dolly Madison.
received and entertained large number
of officials and civilians.
At night an elegant Inauguration bali took
place at Davis Hotel, now the Metropol-
itan.
SMUGGLING IN CHINESE.