The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1845-10-22
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ton, held ut Buffalo on the 18th instant.
w. l.. q. Smith, esq, from the committee on
resolutions, reported the following, which were
unanimously adopted:
ResoIvsd That we recognise in James X. Polk a
true and consistent democrat, wise and profound
man. Summoned by his fcllow-countrymen, from
his retirement at Columbia TO the helm Of the ma
tional government at Washington, he repaired with
alacry and sngleness Of heart the post assigned
him. The cogency, vigor, and straightforward
ness which he has thus far displayed, Is an earnest
of the future; and his administration Will continue
to receive, as it has already received, the cordial
support and approving voice of large majority OF
the American people. .s.frs,.4
Resolved, That this convention regards the re-an-
nexation Of Texas TO this confederacy as the great
and leading measure ofthe age. Maugre the efforts
and arts OF English and French diplomacy on the
hand, and the silly bravado of the Mexican gov
eminent on the other, its final contamination by the
admission Of the Texan representatives to their
respective seats on the floor Of Congress will be
hailed with reclamation by every friend to republi-
can government, and the extension of equal rights.
The success Of the measure will teach monarchists,
both Of the Old and New World, that no power,
save that Of the people, in whom lodged all the
attributes Of sovereignty, or the interposition of
Divine Providence, can arrest the march Of republ-
can principles, and the dissemination of the bless
ings ofan independent republican government
able and faithful cabinet counsellors. That the
policy adopted In relation 70 the defence and protec-
ton OF our new frontier the Rio del Norte meets
with our warmest appreciation; and that the sagacity,
prompttude and efficiency which have characterized
the official acts Of Hon. William l.. Marcy, as the
head of the War Department, furnish additional
evidence Of the wisdom Of the President in assigning
him TO preside over that department
Resolved, That the firm and manly position Ia
ken by the senators from this State in the United
sLo
question Of the remuneration of Texas, commands
our highest respect and approval.
Resolved That in the judgment of this convention,
the time has arrived when the arrogant claims of
the British government to the Oregon country should
be terminated; that the sentiments expressed by
the President in reference to this subject in his in
augura address, receives our unqualified approval;
and that those sentiments should be carried into
effect, "peaceably If we can, but forcibly If we
must" @
Resolved, That we regard the tariff act Of l842
as "unequal, unjust, and oppressive" that il is
New York, and, as such, formed one Of the issues
of the last presidential campaign, viz that tariff
should be laid, not for the purpose and sake Of pro-
lection, but for the sole purpose Of raising revenue
sufficient to defray the expenses of government eco
nonically administered; and that the tariff thus laid
should be 80 adjusted that all the great interests OF
the country should be equally benefited by what.
ever incidental protection such a tariff would af
ford.
Resolved, That, in the estimation of this conven-
ton, the three great and leading issues tried az tAe
presidential canvass of "a, were cs .s,lllesws:
Tie remuneration of Texas, and the undivided
occupation Of Oregon; an adjustment Of the tariff
upon proper basis; and the reesablishment of the
independent treasury system. The people having |
pronouncct verdict in favor Of all these measures
we leave it 10 the President and Congress TO make
up and sign the record - as aae
Resolved, That we retain undiminished confidence
in the wisdom, integrity, and patriotism Of his ex-
adherence to the landmarks of democratic policy, in
his administration of the government of this State,
he has fully met the views and expectations of the
large constituency which elevated him his present
high seat Of honor and authority.
Resolved That we are highly gratifed at the faith
fu, sincere, and able manner in which Hon. Addison
Gardiner discharges his duties as lieutenant gov
crnor of this State. Respect and confidence, which
lie At the foundation of valuable character are in
him eminently united. His sterling good sense
and incompatible integrity safe guarantee that
our confidence in him has not been misplaced.
Resolved, That we have learned with pain and /
modification Of the scenes Of outrage violence, and
boodshed, originating in anti rentism, which have
dsgracod some of the eastern portions of this
State. The prompt and efficient action of the pro-
per authorities Of the State to arrest the evil, is
worthy of the highest commentator.
Resolved, That the resolution passed at the Erie
county democratc convention on the 9th Of October
instant the subject Of the canal tolls, is cordially
seconded and adopted by this convention. The
resolution referred to is as follows:
Received That the interests of the State require j
that the debt now existing should be paid at the
lest practicable period; and as the Erie canal is
the main source of our revenue, and has heretofore
furnished the greater part Of the funds for the extn
guishment of the principal and interest Of the public
debt, policy requires that the tolls should be 80
adjusted a. to produce the largest amount Of
revenue, consistently with the securing Of the trade
and business Of the West That for this purpose,
the tolls on many articles be so reduced az TO permit
to be transported, which is now excluded
from the canal by the high rate Of tolls. And par
ticuary should the tolls be adjusted, to secure
the Eric canafagainst the composition off rival and
foreign work, which has diverted large portion Of
the legitimate trade ofthe canal from the western por
ton Of it. and deprived the State Of their tolls 155
miles of canal, while it has enabled the citizen of
the western States send his produce to market at
a less rate than can the farmer in the eighth dis
trict" az
Resolved, That the means prescribed by the
present constitution for its amendments having
failed to effect such alterations the public welfare
demands, we approve Of the call for convention Of
the people. And we recommend to the democratic
electors of the eighth senatorial districto vote "for
a convention"
Resolved, That we embrace this occasion to men,
ton, with the deepest sentiments of reverence and
the of that immortal statesman and
patriot, Andrew jackson. Although no has passed
beyond the reach of human affairs, and ceased to
feel the vicissitudes OF human events, CHS works
remain behind" indebly engraven on the institu-
tons Of his country; and although engraved
may bear record Of his deeds yet will their remem
brance be as lasting the land they honorcd. His
fame is safe for with American liberty it rose,
and with American liberty only can il perish.
On motion, w. L. g. Smith, Of Erie, C. r. Le-
land, of Chautauque, and III. j. Glowacki, Of Gen.
esee, were appointed committee to apprize Mr..
Stoddard Of his nomination.
On motion of Mr.. Danforth, it was ordered that
the proceedings of this convention be signed by its
officers, and published in the democratic papers OF
the eighth senatorial district, and in the Albany
Argus, Albany Atlas, and Washington Union.
On motion, the convention then adjourned
ALEXIS WARD, President.
H HssS1 j ( G hopI, Secretaries.