tions--launches,
sail-boats, and row-boats--awaited the arrival of
the Bishop's steamer. As soon as it came within
hailing distance, the larger boats dipped colors
and all the people waved handkerchiefs, the chimes
at the Point rang in a familiar tune, and as the
steamer headed toward the Pier, the Chautauqua
choir, gathered in the balcony, sang the old
Chautauqua song, "Join, O friends, in a memory
song."

As the boat came to the wharf, the bank and the
Park of Palestine were a mass of waving
handkerchiefs. The Reception Committee, composed
of officials of the Institution, stood on the
Pier, and back of them an immense throng all eager
to catch a glimpse of their beloved leader. Lines
were formed on either side of the walk, and as the
Bishop passed between them he was greeted with the
salute of the white handkerchiefs. In Miller Park
were gathered the cottage owners, the Summer
Schools, and the C. L. S. C. classes, with their
banners and emblems, and the various clubs and
children's classes. On the way to his cottage on
Lake Avenue, the Bishop was escorted by about two
hundred and fifty members of the Boys' and Girls'
Clubs, whose sweet voices rang out clear and full
in "Auld Lang Syne." From the veranda of his tent
cottage, the Bishop made an eloquent address of
appreciation, full of the joy of home-coming.

In 1904, Bishop Vincent was placed on the retired list, to dwell where
he chose, free from episcopal service. From that year until 1918, he
passed a portion of each summer at Chautauqua and took part in the
program, but without the responsibility of supervision. Most of the time
he was happy in his release, but there would come occasional hours when
he longed to hold the reins once more.

In this year, 1902, a new charter was received from the Legislature of
New York, giving a new title, "Chautauqua Institution." The Girls' Club
and the Unitarian House were built this season, also the Disciples'
Headquarters on Clark Avenue received its pillared portico. The Lutheran
House was established during this season.

Senator Mark Hanna of Ohio, who was looked upon as "the power behind the
throne" during the presidency of his friend, Willia