Let us contemplate, then, this connection, which binds the prosperity of others to our own; and let us manfully discharge all the duties which it imposes.

If we cherish the virtues and the principles of our fathers, heaven will assist us to carry on the work of human liberty, and human happiness.

Auspicious omens cheer us: great examples are before us: our own firmament now shines brightly upon our path: WASHINGTON is in the clear upper sky.

These other stars have now joined the American constellation; they circle around their centre, and the heavens beam with a new light.

Beneath this illumination, let us walk the course of life, and at its close devoutly commend our beloved country, the common parent of us all, to the Divine Benignity." During this visit at the East, at this time, President J.Q.