North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1852, 1851-07-19
[From the st. Louis Reveille.]
STEPHEN A. DOUGLAS.


the democratic national convention. We take the
following just tribute to the Little Giant " from the
Introductory remarks of the editors:
IS We have, as our readers will perceive, placed al
the head of our columns the name of Stephen A.
Douglas candidate for the presidency. In doing
this we give expression not merely to con-
slant and long-cherisbed preferences, but as we are
fully convinced, Of overwhelming majority of the
people of Illinois. In the ranks of the democracy
of the State there is diversity of opinion on the
subject. Mr.. Douglas is, beyond doubt, the first
choice of the entire party. He is emphatically the
fayore of the West he possesses the unlimited
fdence OF the people, and has always proved himself
worthy TO enjoy it, Endowed with ability of the
highest order, and animated on all occasions by
pure and devoted patriotism, he has, in compare
lively short time, acquired reputation coextensve
with the Union, and honorable alike to his State and
country. AS Ilinoisans have reason to be proud
of him. and cannot but rejoice that discriminating
pubic sentiment points him out as worthy to receive
the highest civic honors which the constitution allows
to any citizen.
To any who might be the choice of the demo-
cratic party we would feel ourselves bound to yield
cordial and sincere support but confess that with
Stephen A. Douglas as the standard-bearer of the
democracy, We could 60 into the contest with
thusiasm and energy which it would scarcely be
possible for any other 10 excite. The Little
Giant of Illinois would afford rallying cry which
no man since the days of Old Hickory could COM
mand.
From the beginning we have been animated by
these feelings. We have entertained full conf
dence, that Mr.. Douglas position would designate
of the democratic party, but the above all
others whose standing and character suited to
the times and cXigencies of the age whose abilities
and services would commend him to the firm and
yielding democracy Of the nation, and whose charac-
ter and past services, entirely separated from the fac
tons and broils of the past, would the conf
dence and respect of all devoted to the u
MON, in every section of the country But, while
entertaining these views, hesitated as to the pro-
priety of putting forward his name, lest it might be
thought that spirit of selfshness influenced our
people in pressing the claims of their favorite. We
preferred that demonstrations should first be made in
his favor elsewhere. We had abiding confidence !
that his services would be appreciated and his emf
character and merits in due time acknow ged
Nor have we been disappointed The result has We !
rhed the correctness OF antic patioEs, and ust
fed the course which deemed it prudent pur- !
sue. Everywhere there dre indications, which can
not be mistaken, that Stephen A. Douglas is the |
choice of the people. From the North, South, East,
and West the popular voice is heard in his favor, and
his name is heard only in accents OF praise His !
course as public man is everywhere hailed in terms
of approval. On all sides he is acknowledged as the
friend of Union-as the efficient and determined pat
riot whose exertions have been directed to the
good of the country-always sernly opposed 10 the ,
efforts which faction has made for the subversion of
our free institutions.
Under these circumstances, no longer hes
itate. Our preferences, long entertained and well
founded, we find sustained by the earnest, true and
ever-consant democracy of the country. We throw
to the breeze the banner of Douglas. We see in il
the omens of victory; we hail it the prestige of
10 the people of this State it is needless address
any considerations in his favor. They have seen
him, poor and frendless, without patronage or re-
sources, struggling against adversely, and bravely
against untoward fortune. They know
his truth, his honesty, and his devotion TO the prin-
ciples of republican freedom. They acknowledge
his worth and patriotism. He has been tried in their
SERVICE and was never found wanting; on no occas-
ion has he ever betrayed trust disappointed the
confidence of those who placed their reliance in his
and capacity. In one of the pa
1--WE hau oho Cd ,bx
Douglass The euogium well considered and
faithful. His whole career has afforded example !
which may serve as a model, and be pointed as
worthy OF imitation and praise. -
Such is the man whom the Illinois democracy com
mend to the popular confidence. We msrepresent 9
10 portion Of that democracy in taking this course.
Their unanimous voice is in his favor. There is no
loubt, no hesitation as to his qualifications the
policy of engaging in his support. None will with r.
raw their assent, or deny that we have expressed
he popular wish. s
We repeat, we throw his banner to the breeze -
We call lpon the friends of the Union everywhere h
respect his worth, his ability, and his integrity
Under his command the Eosts of democracy have
occasion to fear defeat The presges of victory are ii
IN his side-the omens have declared in his favor
uccess is embazoned on his standard-his very name
S watchword of triumph He is no advocate of M
sunon-no wretched tool of faction, who places HI
lis own advancement above the integrity and pros HI
erlty of the country. All his energies have ever hi
devoted to the cause of union, peace, and har-
nony; and if the past may be regarded any guar
ntee OF the tuture he Will always be found in the N,
ath which patriotism points out he will fail Ia
D be recognised as the sincere republican, the true
atrio the answering friend of popular rights the III
ones advocate of justice, the determined foe of eve In
wrong ~
This is our estimate of Stephen A. Douglas. 1t re
founded upon long observation and actual knowl- b,
dye. 1t has the sanction of the people of Illinois no
nd we speak in all confidence when we say there is a
one more worthy, available, none more C.
ompetent TO fill the highest dignity which freemen W
an bestow." in
The Press is unathful and corrupt because the peo by
e uU not sustain independence. The great mass
mankind under the influence Of passion rather er
reason, in their political views, and hence they OF
quire to have their udices fatered. Private in
rest is thus advanced by minisering these feel tic
gs, and therefore find the organs of one party ha
oprovng of every measure however arocious or I'M
advocated by its leaders, and condem- of
ing every measure, mind how Just and lawful tai
'poused by its opponents. req
Can country prosper under such a wretchel per- of
erson of the blessings designed to be secured by
press? Are forever be the sport of dema- lis
gues and selfish asPirants, who know no other mo-
We of action but their advancement and pIory on
it not worth some sacrifice on the part of eyery me-
of truth and the welfare of the republic that ia,
e press should be regenerated2 Many will answer We
the affirmative, but they almost despair of seeing it ito
compllshed. We are of the difficulties that pal
terpose In conducting independent journal. The
spleasure of patrons is constantly held up in terro-
M over the editors pen. The laconic phrase Stop
paper" from subscriber, has magic influence L.,
stopping editors ink. For ourself, we can with s;o