New-York tribune., 1902-01-26
SCHLEY IN CHICAGO.
HEARTY WELCOME AT RECEPTIONS
AND 4 BANQUET-HE DISCLAIMS
POLITICAL AMBITION.

POLITICAL AMBITION.
Chicago Jan. 25.-Rear Admiral ". s Schley to-
day thrice declared that he had no intention of
entering politics. His remarks were calculated TO
set at rest for all time the political ambitions
which some of his admirers have entertained for
him. lie said that Office however nigh. would
tempt him jeopardize the love which the people
Of this country have expressed for him.
The day for the Admiral was round OF recep-
tions at each of which he expressed his gratitude
for tokens of esteem and appreciation. The demon
strations reached their climax in the banquet
given in his honor by the Hamilton Club In the
banquet hall of the Auditorium. Approximately
$50 guests present.
At the Baltimore and Ohio station this morning
the Admiral greeted by delegation from the
City Council and company Of naval veterans OF
the Civil War. Alderman Frank Fowler. In be-
half of the City Council, presented the following
resolutions:
Whereas. the city Of Chicago is to be honored
by a visit from Rear Admiral Winfield Scott
to applaud vaior, honor and merit and
achievements, his character and his bearing one of
the foremost naval heroes OF an time wnoSg & @
inspiration of his grateful countrymen; therefore,
Resolved. by the City Council of the city of Chi
cago, that the city of Chicago. through its Mayor
this public acknowledgement of the distinguished
services rendered by Admir2l , scnley 10 ms county,
Admiral SCHleN, accompanied ny 41iS' F>CleSr
was met in his private car South Chicago an
hour before the train arrived in the city proper.
The delegation represented the city and the Ham
uton Club. whose guest the Admiral will be during
his stay here. which ends Tuesday morning.
As the train drew into the outskirts of the city
factory whistles blew and squads OF people rushed
down every street leading to the tracks and waved
their hands. Whenever possible. the Admiral an
swered back through the windows of his car. bow
ing his head and huttering handkerchief
Admiral at moment when the crowd along the
way not engaging his attention. You know
a train doesn't rock the way a ship does. It's too
jerky-and the whstles-they'd wake the dead
But I feel in first class health. and hope to sur
vive these many years-well at least five days-for
l want to finish my itinerary"
A reporter ventured the remark. referring to the
shouting crowds that the Admiral had it all com
ing to him."
1T is as great reward as can be hoped for on
this earth.' the Admiral remarked. half to him
self But in the streets above. boys. we shall all
be judged and will receive proper rewari-the
rewards for the good we have done. / mean, and
punishment for misdeeds."
A double line of policemen stood at the station
when the Admiral alghted but the bluecoats were
unable to restrain the crowd, which straightway
went wild at the sight OF the easily recognized
goatee, which showed above the heads OF the
guards as an unmistakable mark or the wearer's
identity A delegation Of school children. waving
flags. greeted the visitor the further end OF the
station He bowed 10 them and waved his hand
Then the municipal councils resolutions were pre-
sented and the Admiral and Mrs. Schley
driven through demonstratiye throngs TO their
apartments at the Auditorium Annex. Hero the
Admiral retired to don his 'shore togs.~ he ex-
pressed e.
At II a m. he the guest at a breakfast given
by the reception committee OF the Hamilton Club
and enjoyed himself in informal manner
The breakfast table laid for twenty-one per-
sons. Among those present were Governor Yates
Mayor Harrison and former Controller Eckels.
While the Admiral was being entertained a COM
mittee Of women devoted themselves TO Mrs Schley
She was the guest at breakfast in another room
in the hotel at the time that her husband
was enjoying himself with the Hamilton Club
committee, and later attended "A reception given
in her honor at the Woman's Club.
A delegation from Ottawa. Kan. presented the
Admiral with an invitation address the Chautau-
qua of that city and upon his statement that II
would be necessary for him 10 decline the invita-
ton member Of the delegation insisted that
No" would not be taken for answer.
we will get our Governor and Senators and Con-
gressmen after YOU" said the Kansan
They will have no more influence than you for
am not in politics, and do not expect be-" the
Admiral replied
Martin limerick informed the visitor that he had
been elected an honorary member OF the Maryland
Society of Chicago, for which the Admiral ex-
pressed his thanks.
from the Cook County Board of Commissioners
waited upon the Admiral and Commissioner Hoff-
| man presented the following resolutions adopted
| by the board:
Whereas. The services rendered by the United
States Navy during the war with Spain the
efficiency as to command the admiration OF the