In respectful testimony of the high respect entertained for him as a great soldier and as a statesman, and in appreciation of the course of policy pursued by him to establish and maintain friendly relations between the United States and Great Britain.
"Had I the proper eloquence, I might dwell somewhat upon the history of the great men you have produced, of the numerous citizens of this city and of Scotland that have come to America and made their mark there. We are proud of Scotsmen as citizens of America. They make good citizens of our country and they find it profitable to themselves."