The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-09-05

zens VIII rown upon every eort TO carry out this dan
gcrous partisan programme The people demand that
argument be substituted for pistols and bowie knives
in carrying the pending and all future elections IN Kan
Resorc That il ID the duty Of the constitutional con-
yenon about 10 assemble at Loompon 20 submit the re-
suit Of their bors TO full and faiI vote OF the ond ds
residents Of Kansas deem IL the night OF the peo-
pie pass upon the great fundamental law under which
they are TO live and do not believe that democratic
Congress will ever admit Kansas into the Union until
that right shall have been practically recognised In de-
tefInining her constitution
Resouad That the expressed predetermination the
part Topeka regency TO vote down the constitu
ton which may be submitted By the Lecompon conven
ton however understandable IL may be in its provisions
indicates settled determination their part TO pro-
long and oompicate the Kansas mbrogio and crafty
old passions and pejudces without regard to the inter
ests OF the Territory Our only confidence IL In the hon
est instincts of the people believe the masses are
heartily Disguised with these selfish leaders, and will
avail themselves Of the first opportunity to secure the
blessing Of good State government and OF consequent
peace and prosperity.
those ancient landmarks Of the democracy which have SO
long made that party the reliable guardian of the rights
of all citizens. and have deeply rooted IL in the
affection Of the people recognise no invdious dis
tnetions founded upon birth place or religion, but be-
cye country TO be the legitimate Inheritance OF the
liberty ovsg every land and the great conserva
of that religious freedom which protects every citizen
in his right 60 worship God according to the dictates Of
his conscience.
Rssossed That the pursued by Coy. Walker in
tho discharge OF his duties territorial executive meets
most cordial approval his wisdom and moderation
endearng him citizens and promise speedy
and peaceful solution Of all difficulties We hereby
pledge him earnest support in his patriotic efforts to
secure all boaa & settlers In the enjoyment of their
rights and confidently believe that posterty will award
him need OF highest praise for his invaluable services
in unfortunate Territory
Resolrsd That the convention to frame constitu-
ton meets next fall and will probably continue its impor
tant labors until the close of October all who are
bona settlers at before that date advised in the
inaugural of Gov Walker should be permitted to vote
the adoption OF the constitution and that in opinion
ought give least months between the
date OF submission and the vote thereon which would
thus embrace the Pa settlers and the bonn de eigra
ton of next fall and at the time provide previous
residence OF six months before the vote which would be
ample.
Rssrea, That, sovereignty being vested in the people
alone and in conventions, who but delegates
ercng delegated power such is involved in framing
constitution the constitution should be submitted to
the vote of the people required by the Constitution Of
the United States recently construed by the Supreme
Court of the Union by the provisions of the kanssN
baska bill by the recent decision of Congress in the
of Minnesota and by every principle of justice especially
under the peculiar circumstances under which the con-
yention chosen.
number of distinguished gentlemen addressed the
meeting I'VE regret that at this time publish
the speeches Of the evening in fu in accordance with the
wish of the meeting The want of democratic press in
this city is only apology In few weeks however
that want viii be met and hope to be able in the first
number of the Wyandott to present the remarks Of
each speaker in full than could have hoped to
do here.