The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1905-12-14

Governor Glenn delivered a splen-
did address at Cooper Opera House
Monday night. There was a large
crowd present and the people heard
him gladly.
This was Gov. Glenn's first visit to
Henderson since he was elected Gov
ernor. While he had spoken here in
a political campaign many persons
heard him Monday night for the first
time. He came under the auspices of
the Contemporary Club and spoke on
the subject of patriotism. "Our
Country" was his theme and most
eloquently and forcefully did he ad-
dress himself to a presentation OF the
thoughts suggested by so broad and
comprehensive subject. Gov Glenn
spoke one hour and quarter. He
pleased his hearers greatly and was
frequently applauded throughout the
address. He was earnest, eloquent,
logical, numerous and powerful in
his appeals for a higher standard of
citizenship and broader patriotism.
He urged upon the rising generation
the adoption of lofty ideals. right
living and high thinking-a due ap-
probation of life aud it's duties and
responsibilities.
Going somewhat into statistics the
Governor told OF the development
and growth OF North Carolina
in all that goes to make up great
and powerful commonwealth and a
prosperous and happy people-of the
rcpid progress made in agriculture,
manufacturing, education, morals,
temperance, religion. But we cannot
undertake to follow him all through
his admirable address. Suffice it to
say Gov. Glenn's speech did credit
to the speaker. the subject and the
occasion. Those who did not hear
him missed a treat.
Gov. Glenn was introduced by Mr..
j. c. Kittrell. A filter presentation
speech We have not heard. 1t was a
gem OF its kind, and received hearty
enromiums from those who heard it.
While his friends knew what to ex-
pect of him Mr.. Kittrell surprised
those who had not had occasion to
hear him before and readily estab-
lished himself as an eloquent and
happy speaker.
At the conclusion of Gov. Glenn's
speech he held a public reception and
those present were given an oppor-
tunity OF meeting and shaking hands
with him. Col. Henry Perry did the
honors presenting each one in turn
to the Governor and right gallantly
he performed this pleasant duty.
A pleasing feature of the evening
was the singing of Mr.. Eugene H.
Cloves Of Richmond. who kindly &C.
cepted m invitation from his friend
DR.. Macon, chairman of the program
committee, to be present for this
purpose. He sang several numbers
before the arrival of the Governor
and at the conclusion of the speech
most appropriately and effectively
sang "America." Miss Mabel Harris
was piano accompanist. Miss Har-
ris always plays we'll and her music
added much to the enjoyment of
those present.
BANQUET TO THE GOVERNOR.
Following the speech and public
reception the Contemporary Club
gave Gov. Glenn a complimentary
banquet at Massenburg's Hotel.
This was highly successful and en-
joyable function. voted by all present
one of the most delightful they had
ever attended. Covers were laid for
about fifty persons. The menu was
an elegant one and the service most
admirable. MIR. and Mrs. Massen-
burg surpassed themselves in this
effort. Nothing was lacking to add
to its completeness or perfection.
This was the feast set before the ban
queters:
BuckhOrn Lithia.