The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1845-07-19
OHIO.

There was quite a stir at Columbus on the 4lh
among the democracy. democratic State conven-
ton, and democratic editorial convention, were
both in session; and in the evening, they had sup
per-
ded over the State conventions; which body was decl-
ded in the expression Of sound democratic senti-
ment. The following were among the resolutions
adopted:
Resolved That we recommend that the democrat
c party of Ohio be forthwith placed in complete or
ganization for the ensuing election so that every
man in its ranks may come TO the charge next Oc-
tober, with that precision and energy which ensure
the victory.
Resolved, That, in the ensuing fall election, the
democratic party should, among other things, exert
themselves
/. To maintain the freedom and independence Of
the State, and deliver it from the bondage off cor
rupt, Irresponsible, and swindling system of mo-
nopolies, by the immediate repeal of the act passed
by the federaliss in the last Legislature, styled can
act to incorporate the State Bank of Ohio, and other
banking companies"
9. To provide safe and efficient remedies for the
people against fraudulent banking institutions and
| either corporations by restoring the laws repealed
by the federaists, or by passing other efficient laws
for that purpose.
| g. To amend or repeal the unjust provisions OF
the present tax law, by means of which the capital
of bankers is exempted, and heavy burdens imposed
upon the property and industry of the people.
| Resolved That the American title to the Oregon
| territory is "clear and unquestonable," and the
democracy of Ohio will support the administration
| in maintaining that title at any and all hazards
Resolved That the democracy Of Ohio demand
the vigorous carrying out of the principle adduced
by President Monroe in l823-that no portion Of
the American continent should be longer subject 10
4 European colonization.
Resolved That the federal party Of Ohio, in taking
/ ground against Oregon and Texas, have but shown
the true anti-naona feeling, and evinced that they
are now, as during the last war, hostile to American
interests and American honor.
Resolved, That the democracy of Ohio rejoice al
the extension of the area of freedom" by the now
certain annexation of Texas to the Union; and that
! they consider the interference Of England and
France, in the annexation question, as mpudent
oficious, and insulting to the honor Of the United
States.
The following resolutions, expressing the high
confidence of the convention in Blair and Rives and
Colonel Medary, were unanimously adopted:
Resolved, That the democracy of Ohio have heard
with regret, that Colonel Samuel Medary has with
drawn from the editorshp of the "Ohio Statesman .
and that they extend to him their warmest thanks
for his long, arduous, and efficient exerons to pro-
mote the advancement of democratic principles and
that, in retiring from his post as editor, he carries
with him the entire confidence and gratitude of the
democratic party.
| Rtsoiped, That Francis P. Blair and John c.
| Rives, by their truth, courage and independence
while editors of the "Globe," rendered lasting ser.
vices the democratic party. Interrupted in pros
perity undismayed in adversely, they were never
driven from their post nor betrayed their trust
| Moneyed corporations could not purchase their fa.
yor, nor alarm their fears; and they were never
found tamperng with federalism, compromising
principles, or fighting on the side of the enemy.
| Our editorial brethren likewise were equally sound
in their sentiments. The Independent treasury sys-
tenn was warmly supported and it was recommend
ed that the question Of the next presidency be drop
ped until after the election for governor, in October
| l645.
| Daniel A. Robertson, formerly Of this city, now
editor Of the Lancaster Eagle, presided.
At the supper in the evening, Hon. William Aller
presided. We make the following selections from
| the regular toasts:
The rr,nr,orp of A ni-a,p Iaelsoo, One of the few
immortal names "that were not born to die" "ffea
ven gave him length Of days, and he filled them with
| deeds of greatness"
the people in the councils Of the nation with fidelity
and has retired full Of honors. swell done, goot
and faithful servant"
Martin Van Buren Gods noblest work--an hon
| est man.
Thomas W. Dorr: His stern and inaexibe adhe
renee TO the Of the people of Rhode Island il
their struggle for freedom and equal rights, has rem
dered him an object to be revered by every tru,
democrat in the land
/ Our noble Tod "Once more unto the breach, dea
| friends, once more
/ The rotary principle: Let President Polk remem
Der that coons are safe counselors and that few
| die and none resign.
! Our foreign relations. With VIM. Allen at thei
head in the Senate, England may find these "rela
tions'' troublesome customers.
[.Nao York Morning Nsps