Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1858-09-08

greater. and where the ACQUISITION OF wealh, of
knowledge, of power, is more open today where
education in all its branches is more fully I'M
parted to all classes, and the institutions OF be-
nevolenee are more fully sustained and where
the functions of government leading to these re-
suits have been fulfilled at less expense than in
Massachusetts,. During the administration of
Gov. Banks, then, and not till then, will the
great party which elected him and sustains him
give heed to their complaints, regard their denun-
Citations, believe in their professions, and trust
in their candidates
Resolyed. That the reduction of the State tax
from $500 973 in 1857, to S359,9SS in 1858, is a
substantial and palpaole proof that economy in
the administration of the government, is practi-
cable; and that the principles of reform
which have effected this reduction ought TO be
maintained till the State tax disappears entirely.
ReSolUed, That the repeal Of the Missouri
Compromise was wanton violation OF national
faith, effected not only without our votes but
against our protestatiOns. The purpose to
make Kanzas a slave State. That purpose has
been defeated by the free spirit and indomitable
will of the people of the territory, who have our
warmest sympathy and regard. The signal tri
umph in the recent election over federal oppres-
sion, the Lecompton swndle, the English bribe,
and the executive threats, prove that they are
worthy of immediate admission into the Union,
with a constitution made and endorsed by the
people, and this day pledge for it the vote of
every Congressman from the old Bay State.
ReSOIUe9, That on a careful examination and
review of the administration of Nathaniel P.
Banks, and his associates in the executive de-
partment of the government, they have eminent
ly fulfilled the requirements of the constitution
and the expectations of the people, and they are,
in the judgment of this Convention, entitled to
the fullest confidence and appreciation of their
constituents, and we therefore unanimously
commend them to the electors of the Common
wealth, candidates for reelection to the offices
which they nov hold
ReSOl0ea, That it is the first duty of a repre-
sentative to attend the sessions of the body of
which he Is a member, and we recommend to the
people of the Commonwealth, in the selection of
senators and represen atiVes, to require OF those
elected as far as possible, constant attendance
upon the Legislature while it is in session, and
thus continue what has been so well begun under
the administration of Gov. Banks-the practice
of short sessions.
Resot0ed That we would express our high APP
probation of the valuable services Of our Senat-
ors in the Congress of the United States; that
Charles Sumner, though separated from US by
the broad Misunderstanding in foreign lands Tor
the restoration of health impaired by ruthan vlo-
leuoe in the Senate House-has our undivided af-
lection, our nigh regard, and our constant prayer
for his speedy restoration to health, and his safe
return to his dear native land and the course of
Henry Wilson, the New England mechanic, the
friend of freedom, the faithful and fearless expo
nent of Massachusetts sentiments, during his
whole political life, binds us to HIM with hooKs
of steel
On motion of Otis Clapp, Esq, of Boston, it
was recommended that in those Congressional
Districts where no action has yet been taken, the
members of the State Central Committee resident
therein issue calls for conventions to nominate
candidates for Congress.
The President and Principal Secretary of the
Convention vyara made a ooun,ittee IN in form his
Excellency, the Governor and the several other
candidates the ticket, of their nomination.
After eloquent and able speeches by Hon
Thomas D Elliott Of New Bedford. Eli Thayer,
and the President, which were loudly applauded,
the Convention adjourned, sine die, amid rousing
cheers for Governor Banks and Mr.. Andrew.