The Daily soliphone., 1902-04-29

Abert, along with several others, were passed down the aisle. On the stage were Mayor Williams, James Nathan, James Lee, c. W. Schulte, Ma ior- General Haynes of Arkansas, Walker Kennedy, William Moore and Wm. M. Harrington. General Gordon arrived later.
 The admiral was greeted with tre- mendous applause. A chorus of very pretty girls with flags and summer gowns walked down the stage center with the distinguished commander, singing "The Stars and Stripes For ever" The applause was deafening. The admiral and Mrs. Schley smiled out on the great audience. Both were very much overcome with emo tion. There were tears in Mrs. Schley's eyes.
 At last the music was hushed. The chorus died away, the girls in sum- mer gowns with flags dropped out of sight. Only Senator Hurley, Gov. McMillan, W. J. Crawford and Ad- mirai Schley were left standing.
 ID few minutes more all were seated and Senator Hurley moved to the front of the stage and, waving his hand with a caressing gesture at the great commander on the stage, li6ened hlm to Wellington and the battle of Waterloo.
 The entire address was patriot s appeal for justice to a worthy hero. It was masterly answer to the naval clique and to those who would rob a hero of his laurels. The senator showed that he was thoroughly con- versant with the history of the case and the vast gathering were in sym pathy with him throughout. He said that Schley's victory at Santiago ended the Spanish American war; that he was the commander on that occasion; he thoroughly answered the charge that it was a captain S fight. He also proclaimed that Schley was the hero equal to the oc- casio1, and that he was the right man at the right place.
 Then addressing Admiral and Mrs. Schley, upon behalf of the thousands of citizens of this section of country, in choice and brief speech he pre- sented the magnificent silver service and proclaimed ib a gift of love and esteem from people who apprecia- ted hls worth and recognized his merit.
 At the conclusion of Senator Tur- ley's speech the applause was deaf- ening. W. J. Ora wford walked to the footliehts with his hand on the ad- miral's arm and introduced him. When Admiral Schley arose from his seat and advanced to the middle of the stage it was almost impossible to hear his voice.
 Ladies waved their handkerchiefs. Men waved their hats. The front of the stage was a mad tumult. It was surging, animated, almost boister- ous, assem bage of loyal adyocates of Schley. Both the admiral and Mrs. Schley were deeply touched. At last quiet was secured for Ad- miral Schley to talk.
 In voice trem bling with emotion he accepted the sweet gift as coming from dear friends. Words were in- adequate to express the feelings of his heart. The heart was too full for utterance and he was una ble to express his gratitude.
 ''I shall ever hold the people of this section in high regard. The gift shall bemost carefully treasured. It comes from friends who honor manhood and who are not afraid to recognize it. ," He paid tribute of love to the off cers and men under his command. And claimed the victory was theirs. Admiral Schley was cheeled to the echo.
 At the conclusion of his speech many people clam bered upon the stage and were introduced.