New-York tribune., 1903-01-28
TRIBUTE TO MKINLEY.
ROOSEVELT IN CANTON.
WeN Knoacn Men Speak at Dinner
IN Honor of Late President.

Canton, Ohio, Jan. 27.-President Roosevelt to-
night participated in notable tribute to the
memory of President Mckinley. He was the
principal speaker at dinner given under the
auspices of the Canton Republican League In
commemoration of the birthday of Mckinley
The dinner was given in the Grand Opera
House, the seats being removed from the pit
and the house entirely refloored for the occasion
The interior OF the building was decorated with
nags and flowers. the floral decorations being
particularly elaborate. Festoons of flags were
arranged about the balcony and gallery, and the
thirteen tables were nassed with roses and car
nations mingled with smilax and ferns.
AT the speakers take, besides President
Roosevelt, were Judge William r Day, who was
toastmaster; Secretary Root. Secretary Cortel-
you, General S B. NJ. Young, General Leonard
Wood, General Luke E. Wright Vice-Governor
of the Philippines Surgeon General Rixey, Cap
tain W. S. Cowles. the Presidents naval aid;
colonel Theodore A. Bingham his military aid
Mr. Brigham, Assistant Secretary of Agrcult-
ure; Representative r. w. Tayler, James w.
Grant, Colonel Myron T. Herrick J. G. Schnid-
lapp, H. H. Kohlsaat. Charles Emory Smith.
Judge Harter, Judge Smyser and Alfred c.
Tynon.
Governor Nash, who expected to respond
10 the toast Ohio was unable to be present
because of illness His place was taken by
James J. Grand, Of this city A letter of regret
from John D. Long, ex-Secretary of the Navy
who was detained at his home by illness, was
read by Judge Day
CHEERS FOR THE PRESIDENT.
soon after the close of the reception at the
Hotel Mckinley President Roosevelt and his
party walked in driving rain from the hotel to
the Opera House, half a square distant Despite
the inclemency of the weather the streets were
thronged with people. Special precautions We're
taken to insure the safety of the President and
MS pathway to the Opera House lined with
Secret Service officers policemen and soldiers.
AS the President entered the hall the assemblage
arose and cheered hin: heartily. As soon as the
President ard party were seated the doors of the
balcony and gallery opened. and in a few
minutes both crowded. Hundreds who de-
sired to attend the dinner were unable to obtain
tickets.
JUDGE DAY INTRODUCES PRESIDENT.
Judge Day toastmaster. in introducing the
President said in part;
William McKinley's most precious legacy to man
kind is the example of his life and character. He
believed implicitly in his country and its institu-
recognized ttat an enlightened public sentiment
was the ultimate appeal of the sta tesman in
never sought to e1ait himseff 2 above tba neeo he
served He kept in touch with them. and. $ far
as possible, delighted to take them INTO his con-
fdence. In private life he net his fellow citizens
upon equal terms He fulfilled 10 the ideal Cardinal
Newman's definition of gentIemal--he never in
ficted pain. In his career the youth of the coun-
try learn that the surest foundation OF endUr-
ing Success is upright character. 1872
1t is high tribute the memory and fame Of
William Mckinley that brings to his old home to-
day TO Join iii the observance of this occasion the
President of the United States members Of his
Cabinet and Others from high places in the pubic
service, and from among those who served with
him In war and peace This country has not
lacked high minded and bile men to serve her in
al Il mot In rlF Crrn6 hon
great leader fell In his strons grasp Of the helm.
the ship of state has kept true to her course. He
has steadily grown in the love and confidence of
i'is countrymcn. Under his guidance the country
is still advancing in prosperity and security at
home and respect abroad. 1t is of the felicties
of the occasion and one for which feel the high
est appreci ton. that the President cordially
cepting the invitation extended him. is able to he
with us this evening. There is better fitted
to portray the great character IN whose honor we
assemble to-day.