Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1843-04-25
DEMOCRATIC NOMINATIONS.

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In another column OF this paper will be
found the proceedings Of the Democratic
County Convention held at Kellogg's on
the Goth inst. Every town in the county
except one was represented in the conven-
ton, and it is believed the delegates came
together with the determination to consult
the best interests of the people and Of the
Democratic party. There was free in
terchange Of views had at the convention,
of the qualifications and merits Of the DIFF
ferent candidates proposed, and spirit Of
cancellation seemed to prevail. The dele
gates were disposed to lay aside considera-
tons Of lesser importance, for the attain
ment Of the greater good Of the party.
The candidates put in nomination for
Sheriff and Judge of Probate, are men well
known to the people Of this county. 1t is
unnecessary to speak particularly Of their
character, qualifications and fitness for of
fees Of public trust and confidence-they
are tried public servants, and have often
been approved at the ballot box by the suf-
frages of the people. Mr.. MARSH, the
Democratic candidate for Sheriff, has long
been member of the Democratic party,
and has labored much to advance its inter-
ests. During his residence in this county,
he has filled important public stations, to
which he has been promoted by the people,
and he has ever acquitted himself with ho-
nor to himself, and with satisfaction to his
constituents If elected to the office for
which he has been put in nomination, he
will doubtless discharge its duties with f.
deity, honesty and perseverance.
Mr.. BURCHARD, the candidate for
Judge Of Probate, is q man who has had
much experience in business life, and has
always been held in high estimation by his
fellow citizens. AS an honest, upright,
sraight forward man, he stands prominently
before the public. His qualifications for
the Office to which he has been nominated,
entitle him to the cordial support Of the
Democracy Of Racine county.
To ensure the election Of the democratic
candidates, union Of action and a general
rally to the polls will be required Of the
democratic party. The democratic party
doubtless are in the majority in this county
and if we fail Of electing our candidates,
it will be for the want of proper effort
The privilege Of electing our Sherifls and
Judges of Probate, is an important enlran-
chisement which has been conferred on the
people by Congress;--will not every dem
ocratic elector then, exert himself to bring
cut the numerical political strength Of the
party, at our first election of this kind in
the county. Our success on the first Mon
day in May next,will have amaterial bearing
on the future ascendancy of the democra-
tic party in Racine county. If by apathy,
Indifference, or other circumstance we suf-
lCl uCtCut ut INT ensuing cIcCtlOlls VIC iItt
be obliged to submit to a succession Of de-
feats for years to come. Who then that
values the principles Of democracy, will
stay away from the polls, and passvely
allow our political enemies to march over
the field in triumph. If there be any in
tnnsic worth in democratic principles, let
those who profess an adherence to our
cause, demonstrate by their action that
they are determined to secure the triumph
of those principles. Consider well how
much is involved;--not only is the mere
election Of our candidates at stake, but
principles which we hold to be of priceless
value. Then let every democrat do his
duty; let him deposit his vote in the ballot
box for the democratic candidates.