The Buchanan County guardian. (Independence, Buchanan County, Iowa) 1858-1864, 1860-03-15
senator Stewards Speech.
OPINIONS OF THE PRESS.
From the ", Y. Commercial Adper,iser.

From the ", y. Commercial Advertiser
Not alone as Republicans, but a. American
freeman, we thank Senator Seward for this no
bile exposition of the great principles of repub-
iican freedom, and this triumphant defense of
The Republican party from the false accusations
th2t have been made against it. As members
nffhe party, constrained to admit that the
Senator from New York must be acknowledge
edas ITS representative and the expounder Of its
policy, We looked forward with no little an xe-
ty to speech which all felt was to become a
textbook with Republicans, and had been care
fully prepased with that intent. AS such we
cheerfully receive it, and whether the speaker
himself le the nominee for the office of Presi-
dent Of this Republic, or some other gentleman
standing upon the same platform, we feel sure
that every one will recognize in the dissemina-
ton and supremacy of such doctrines the high
est security fr the perpetuity and welfare of
that glorious Onion which is the common in
heritance OF North and South and East and
West
Fr@ss The N. Y Erening Post.
1t is speech that admits of no condensa-
tion, and which needs none for every reader
interested in politics will desire to read the
whole Of it for himself. In manner and matter
1T highly characteristic speech-not remark
ably original, seldom eloquent or brilliant-and
got distinguished for its insight, its ability, its
snanliness. It's comprehensive and statesmanlike
views, and certain noble impassiveness, which
shows that theauthor is as superior to his oppo-
nents ~ his moral nature as he is in his intel
asetual.
From the ". Y. Times.
Mr. Seward is unquestionably the most pro-
nlinent and influential public man of the day.
His speech is philosophical exposition of the
real nature of that controversy, and aims main
ly at dissipating the false impressions which
niisunderstan ding on the one hand and misrep-
resentaton on the other, have created in regard
to it. It's tone is eminently dIspassonate and
statesmanlike, and indicates a desire to allay
agitation and remove unfounded prejudice from
the public mind, rather than to stimulate the
zeal or arouse the enthusiasm of partisan fol
lowers. We are confident that the most peril
nacious of Mr.. Stewards opponents will find no.
thing IN his speech to strengthen their convic-
ton that there's any unconstitutional ultrasm
in hisviews. or intended action, upon the sub
jcct Of Slavery. Indeed, without a syllable in
the way OF direct explanation, the whole tenor
Of the speech is in direct contradiction TO the
sentiments which have been imputed to him on
the strength of declarations which he had hith-
crtO made.
From the Pennsylvania Enquirer.
The speech of Senator William H. Seward in
the Federal Senate is one of those historical,
passionless, and argumentative displays of ora
tory which teach nation to forget the blind APP
peals to fancy and to prejudice. We present
this morning full report of the speech, which
we trust will be attentively perused. Its ten
dency will be to make men stand firmly, hold
ing TO the principles enumerated by our politi-
cal forefathcrs.
From the Boston Advertiser
The speaker avoids the stale topics of South
ern aggression, and the invidious comparisons
xvl irI, mo of laca ibnr a,r
words the use of terms of almost inevitable
occurrence, but of unpleasant sound, is shun-
ned with what may appear to some an excess of
scrupulous deiicacy. The great topic of the day
is dealt with as if it had never made the Senate
Chamber ring with words of passion and re-
preach Mr.. Stewards speech may not take his
friends by surprise, but We venture to assert that
it will disappoint and damage his opponents.
How far its moderation may recommend the
man to the favor of those who have hitherto
distrusted him, it would be premature to con-
lecture, but We are certain that it will prove a
most effective and important aid to the cause in
whieh he is enlisted, and will go far toward set
ting that cause in its true light, in the minds of
many, who are still unable to appreciate its re
al value Its high purpose
From the Bridgeport Standard
The general verdict is that the speech was a
great one, decided in its views, but calm, con-
s,.ryative aud patriotic.
From the Boston Atlas end Bee
It's powerful speech, cool and dispassion-
ntc, not excited or fiery. Possibly it has fewer
Of those highwrought Macmillan passages than
some other OF the distinguished Senator's ora
lions. But 1T is massive, searching, logical and
sSntcsmanke. Considering the source from
which it comes, and also its matter, it is the
great production of the present session, as it
will be a point and an era in the great canvass
which is now opening. 1t is, in fact, a Senate
rial Grafton worthy any period of this Repub-
he, or any period of any nation which has ex-
listed heretofore.
From the Springfield Mass.) Republican.
AS vndication of himself and of the Re-
lublican party from the attacks Of their enc
mics and tn dstrust of ignorance, there could
be nothing more admirable or complete than
this speech.
From The Worcester Mass Spy.
There are millions who will read it now with
admiration, and the next generation will study
it rs one of the greatest and most important
speeches of our time 1t is mastery state
ment of the Slavery question and the present
position Of parties, such statement as no other
man could make. And it was delivered with
such freedom from passion, such dignity and
elevation OF mind, and such serene confidence
in his principles, that it must compel the re-
spect and admiration of his opponents. His
statement of the principles and views of the
Republican party will be accepted as the best
that has ever been made and who is filter than
lac to bear the party standard, and lead us to
victory in this year of our Lord 1860? Who
can awaken more enthusiasm, or give us better
hope Of success? Away with all cowardly and
trtaclcrous counseors !! Let us be men and act
with the spirit of men. No other man can be
thoughl Of at Chicago in whom there is more
promise Of strength and power to the Republi
can party.
From tie Hartford Courant.
Tt showed how great is his craftsmanship
aud what deep and extended views he takes o.
il. ties that bind the States. As an intellectual
effort, it exhibited great ability, with careful
preparation and thought in every part. ltwas
moreover, much less radical and much more
conservative than his enemies had expected.
From the Providence Journal
He traces with amaster hand the bearings o
the Slavery question upon the political history
nf our country. He points out the steady down
ward course Of the Democratic party in its sub
.viancv tn tho iutprests of slavery until II