The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1846-01-15

dent by reclamation. He made the following ad-
dress
Gentlemen Of the eOareniiOn: II is with emotions
Of heartfelt gratitude that rise % thank you Tor tins
renewed evidence Of your united confidence For
long series OF years have had the honor Of fight
ing shoulder TO shoulder with the noble democracy
Of ohio--a democracy which, although sometimes
defeated has been conquered In order 70 Sc
cure glorious and an overwhelming triumph in The
coming contest, we have but 70 be united. Lei har-
onU prsrail and victory Is eertGin The corrupt and
leagued cohorts Of federalism already quake before
the advancing columns Of the democracy; one bold
united charge upon their centre viii PROSTATE them
forever. Let us then be united-we should all be
friends-irs are all fyisndsand recognise no foes,
but the enemies of liberty. .....H
Gentlemen, again thank you for your kind par
TALLY and regard ... D. m... .. ., ."
Among the first acts Of the convention was the
reading Of the following letter from David Tod, esq.
II was presented by w, Duane Mogan, esq, amid
the enthusiastic cheers of the body .... ... ...
On motion, il was resolved that the letter Of Mr.
Tod be published with the proceedings Of the con-
yention; # .. ..-.. .... -... p. .... ...
a... WAsnRorOS Cir, January 2, l546.
To tho President Of The Democratic STATE ConrentOn,
January 3, 1916.
SIR Aware that my name will be placed before
the convention over which you preside, in connex-
ion with the Office Of governor, il might be expect
ed that should be present at the convention, 80
to express the views entertain upon the important
questions Of public policy, in which the people Of
the State arc deeply interested. .-...
Engaged ia the discharge of public duty at this
place, which cannot be delayed, neglected by my
absence, without loss to others, | am compelled TO
deny myself the pleasure Of meeting with the mem
bers Of the convention and can only avail myself Of
this imperfect method Of expressing, through you,
my sentiments upon these questions. The most
important questions Of national policy now before
the people in relation To Oregon, the tarif, and
the independent treasury .... lid
! In relation to Oregon, the democracy Of State
have long felt, and have frequently expressed, u
deep interest," The subject has been so fully exam
lned and discussed that doubt can be entertained
IA to the right Of the United States 10 the disputed
territory, and the conclusions expressed by the
Secretary OF State, " that the tile nov held by
the United States embracing the whole territory be-
tween the parallels Of ~ deg. and 81 deg. 40 min,
il the best title in existence this entire region and
that the claim Of Great Britain to any portion Of il
has no foundation" will be sanctioned and support
ed by the democracy of Ohio. Our honor and safe
ty alike forbid its sacrifice to the grasping ambition
| Of England and am satisfied that every democrat
in Ohio will be prompt and ready TO sustain the gen
eral government IN whatever measures may be
necessary 10 maintain the national honor.
The system ofimposng burdens and taxes under
the Of tariff upon one class Of society for the
benefit Of another, has for long time existed, and
ia now oppressive as 10 call forth examination
and demand relief These burdens have fallen, and
now rest with greatest weight upon the farming in
teress. To silence their just complaints ingenious
devices have frequently been resorted TO by the ad-
yocates OF protective tariff 10 conceal the ma
ture and effect Of their mpositions. But although
hese devices have IN some cases proved successful,
and imposed ON many, yet, on examination, the ar
ufce has always been detected. The farming inter-
is the great interest Of our State. Relying upon
its own industry, II uught not TO he taxed and bur-
! dened for any other interest. Demanding for it,
sell no unjust imposition ought not to be subject
ed to unjust Irnpostons for the benefit Of others.
The views, therefore, of the President, in his late
message upon the subject of the tariff will meet the
cordial appreciation and support Of the Ohio democ-
rat y; and will only refer to that able message as
the most clear and distinct expression Of the views
| | entertain, in common with the Ohio democracy,
upon that important subIfct. H..a.
1 The method recommended by President Polk for
the collection safe-keeping, and disbursement Of the
public revenue, is the offspring Of past experience
| and necessity.
The evils and abuse of every other plan require a
prompt return to the system first established by our
government, by the adoption of the constitutional
treasury, as recommended by the President; and in
this, in other important recommendations, doubt
not the President will receive the aid of every Ohio
democrat. .. -. ~.
In our own State, questions growing out of past
legislation, especially that of last winter, call for dis
tinct examination. BY our political opponents--then
and still in power-a system of policy was devel-
oped, and vigorously prosecuted, having for its OBJ
ject the most inlquitous and unjust purposes, and
tending to the overthrow of all democratic princ-
pies. Their fraudulent and wicked system ofbank-
ing, adopted last winter, enable the leaders of the
whig party to boast that they have acquired, and
will maintain, dominion over the State and thus
secure to themselves, not only the power of exempt
ing from taxation their capital invested in their
NIL 1,,ff hax .E
taxes upon the farmer, mechanic, and laborer, TO
any extent that party extravaganza and corruption
may DESIRE For Incorporating hostility to that
system, hope that every democrat, in Ohio will
pledge himself. ""
To the subject Of banks and banking in general,
have given all the consideration its great importance
demands. Although believing them dangerous
once entertained the opinion that banks might be
so guarded and restricted by legislative provisions,
as TO be OF sufficient benefit 10 tolerate their exist
ence; but subsequent reflection and experience have
convinced me that any system Of banking that can
be devised, must be based upon unequal privileges
by which the few gain wealth and power at the ex-
pense Of the many, and therefore violating that
great principle of our government, equality" a
Again the sad experience especially Of the people
Of Ohio, and the records of our courts both civil and
criminal, show that all the guards and restrictions
that may be thrown around paper currency by
law furnish adequate security to check its evils
and frauds, and clearly indicate that the peace ard
welfare OF society require the abandonment Of all
grants Of corporate and special privileges. Some
evils have developed themselves in our system Of
State government which seem to require an organic
remedy, and indicate necessity for State conven-
lion, TO amend the constitution and thus provide
such changes as experience has shown to be
necessary. IN my opinion, the constitution should
in clear, express and uncquiyoca terms prohibit the
granting of all charters and exclusive privileges The
power of creating State debt, and imposing taxes
upon the people, should be limited within just
bounds Judges, clerks, and alpublic officers should
be chosen by the people, whose servants they are
and 70 whom they should be directly accountable.
The judicial system should be amended as to pre-
vent the deiaysand vexaions ofaw, now attendant
upon courts OF Justice The abuse of too much le-
gislation, should also be corrected
| u these views should be in nccordhnce with those
held by the convention, and can promote them by
serving IN any capacity, shall not shrink from the
post no matter what may be the sacrifice to my own
interest and convenience. ~. -.
Looking forward to the Iabors md difIc nl,es IN