The daily union., 1854-01-07
The sDemocratic Union"

This old democratic journal, published al Harrisburg,
Pennsylvania, has recently changed owners and con-
ductors This fact was alluded TO in an article in the
Pennsy yanian which was copied into our paper some
davs aeo. AS that article contained comments which
ndca ed that tbe transfer boded good to the harmony
of the democratic cause. deem 1t act OF justice TO
show the position OF the Union under its new arrange
ment as declared in this salutatory address II is fol-
lows:
To rHr prMocRAcY.-The Democratic Union having
passed into new hands, the public viii undoubtedly ex'
pect an outline least OF the which those who
have charge OF political department intend TO pursue
attacks upon the establishment from quarter sup
posed by some possess influence in both national and
State politics. seem indeed 10 render declaration OF pfin-
cples necessary order that the entire democratic party
may retain confidence in the es,sbshmen and esi-
mate at their value the efforts Of factious press TO
sow bitterness and discord where only harmony and good
feeling should prevail
"Ws have no intention publish, either or here
after any other than sterling democratic paper-one
which, while IL shall be Influenced or iniimdated
by any clique faction, shall. humbly trust, render
essential service the party by honest and answering
adherence to the MISUNDERSTOOD, orthodox principles
which form its creed The platform adopted by the Ma
tona Democratic Convention Baltimore, In 1862, we sc-
cept entire Upon prime pies therein forth The last
presidential battle fough and Franklin Pierce eleva-
red tho chief magstrscy of tho Union. departure
from any hoss principles could not but endanger the
dangerous disorganizing and depiorabe.
IL such results should hereafter unfortunately occur,
we shall be careful be Justly obngeable with any
agency In producing Them
We shall render cordsl support to the national and
State administrators in all measures based upon demo-
orstc principles and designed for tbs promotion Of The
public good. But willis, honestly pledge ourselves TO
do this desire be distinctly Understood that we con
slider ourselves in wise bound approve every exeoo
i've sentiment or appointment. In enlightened The
people demand wise and honest administration OF gov
ernnen aud tho secafy Of public rights AID interests
requires that thoe who placed at the head o the press
should deliberately weigh act OF men Ia authority
rendering commsndaon where /, I. DUE and condemnins
with frank esessness' where condemnation IL deserved
Such is our idea Of the duty Of independent demo
cratic press, and such intend the Democratic Union
shalt be.
eve desire most sincetoy the perfect organization, ei
Cheney and OF The democratic party, and every
thing do to promote these objects assuredly shall
be done Believing. do that the be, interests OF the
country would be promoted by the coniinnnncc In power
of men and tho observance of democratic prin
cipe. end nsage. shall be iauit II the harmon-
ous ncon OF parry be disturbed, It's progression and
dooancy interrupted Let those who hsve hitherto lived
upon Of democracy alone, without feeling or
exhibiting any Of is vital power, scatter amoag II they
WILL .hre- brands, arrows and DEATH, we hevc bat one
pursue and that is steadily to labor for concord
our ranks and prove by deeds rather than words that
we truly devoted the principles upon which we snd
as party.
I'VE shall do ibis not from any desire expectation OF
personal honor rewardfor one connected with this
will ask. while that eonnexlon exists,
office or enouments Of any kindbu from honest
vicon upon careful study Of the history of he
past that the interests enghenmen and progress Of the
natonin fact very existence repubic-dependup
faithful adherence 10 the democratic principle by tho
people and their public servants
Ws intend to devo,e all time, and to secure oil tho
ecessary TALENT render the Union efficient organ OF
the psrly and faithful record of occurring events Hav-
na now fairly placed ourselves before the Pobie we Itus'
that we ey apcipac the cordial support nnd coopen-
lion of All lhose who concur with us in opinion
"6EO. NJ. LAUMAN n CO."