New-York tribune., 1903-07-11
LUNCHEON AND REVIEW
Lord Mayor Praises american &c
ton in KiShinef affair.
By The Associated Press)

London, July 10.-Lord Mayor Samuel gave
luncheon at the Mansion House to-day in honor
Of Rear Admiral Cotton and the other officers of
The United States European Squadron now at
anchor in Portsmouth Harbor. The luncheon
was q brilliant affair, accompanied by all the
picturesque city ceremonies. The beautiful hall.
hung with banners and containing a wonderful
display Of the Mansion House plate, delighted
the American officers. while the speeches which
followed were made the occasion for an Anglo
American love feast.
Mrs. Choate, wife Of the United States Am
bassador, sat on the Lord Mayors right, and
Admiral Cotton was seated between the Lady
Mayoress and Prince Louis Of Battenburg. The
others present included Ambassador Choate
Senator German, James Bryce. Lord Rothschild
Admiral Sir Henry Keppel. Captain Stockton,
the United States naval attache; the entire staff
Of the American Embassy, Sir Clinton Dawkins.
Joseph H Choate jr.. Consul General Evans.
Senator Depew and Sir Henry Irving
THE LORD MAYORS WELCOME.
After the toasts to King Edward and Presi-
dent Roosevelt had been received with enthusi-
asn, the Lord Mayor proposed the health of
Admiral Cotton his officers and the entire
American Navy" He said:
Gentlemen-In the course of my term of office
I II L-g GUY 10 entertain many people, but
wish 10 tel you that this luncheon was not Off
claly inspired. ! could not let the American
squadron 90 without showing them and I hope
all the people Of Aule ga that ties of race blood
ana language are recognized here. In the City Of
London more warmly than in any other part Of
me world. May the bonds which bind the two
@ UNI ies ever grow closer, and. If necessary
may We face the whole world together. while al
ways endeavoring by every means in our power
10 maintain the peace Of the world.
great outburst Of cheering followed the
Mayors closing remark.
ADMIRAL CoTToNs RESPONSE.
Admiral Cotton was enthusiastically received
when h. rose 10 reply. He gracefully aeknowl-
edged the kindly welcome the Americans had
received from the British fleet and people. and
added:
The squadron is here by direct order of the
PRESIDENT Of the United States and as a rnessen-
ger of peace and good VIII. ! am sure ! speak
-tI lAe pS9ples Of both countries when I say
nope ana / believe that the Cross Of St George
ll- lilV stars and Stripes will never be waved
oi The world.
Prolonged cheering greeted the AdmiraTs
speech, and he sat down with the band playing
Aud Lang Syne."
AMBASSADOR choate, in toastiRg the Lord
Mayer. said he hoped the Americans would
realize The great honor which was paid them
80 oS---s entertained n this historic room. AL
luc-ng 10 the United States Navy. Mr. Choate
s--d Il was growing, thanks TO the enthusiasm
oI rs Commander in Chief. President Roosevelt.
1ae Lord Mayor. n his reply which ended
me proceedings. referred in striking terms to
1Ae hlshine1 massacre. he expressed himself
as being thankful that the United States was
Aot bound by diplomatic rules and etiquette. and
'A@t Il had NOT hesitated 10 raise its voice in
protest against The barbe-itl-s Of the world
wherever they had occurred.
HoAOCRABLE ARTILLERY REVIEWED.
The naval officers then proceeded 10 the ar
--I.y OF he don--rahe Artillery Company.
"lleh was reviewed by King Edward
ne Honourable Artillery Company looked
smart and businesslike II consisted of six
0o1''An4es ot infantry. two batteries OF khaki
o-o.So sTti-leTy. and al up 10 date staff OF
-sC--St dispatch bearers motorcycle couriers
- - stghaInen The King followed the evolu-
% 80 c'oseiy and al the close said he was glad
- -le opportunity 10 inspect the company for
4-tst liIne since his accession and remarked
N|to hundred Of the artilleryr9en would soon
20 boston 10 take part IN celebrating the
NersaEy of the Ancient and Honorable Ar
- Company, which vas an offshoot of their
ps They would be received IN the most
ts, t'al -asnlon and he hoped their visit would
~ - cement the bonds Of friendship between
Of - -, - DIiirles. which he regarded being
g. much importance
'% gaze DpbAe exhibition az his in