The eastern clarion. [volume] (Paulding, Miss.) 1837-1863, 1861-02-20
Mr. stephens Speech.

NAAH NNANN - NAAN ' ~ ANHANAAAA " AAAN
New Republic was sCrenadej at Mont
geometry The night Of his election. The
following gives an outline Of his remarks,
and speaks Of the state Of feeling ocea-
stoned at the Capital by the election:
Jadgs Rice. Of Alabama. appeared on
the portico with Mr.. stephens, and pr
sented him to the assembled crowd. with
q few complimentary and patriotic re-
marks. Mr.. Stephens said:
Gent.uicu and fsioc-cia-cHs-ior though
We met ~ strangers from different and
independent States we are once more
citizens ola common country applause
allow me briefly and sincerely to return
you my unicigned thanks for this com
pliment. The state Of my health. my
voice. and the night air. apart from all
other considerations. will prevent my do
ing more. This g. not exactly the time or
the place 10 discuss those great questions
which are now pressing upon our public
counsols. We are In a transitive condi-
tion-in the process OF o new formation.
Suffice 10 % say. that, this day. new
Republic has been born-thc Confederate
States Of America has been ushered into
existence, TO take its place among the ma
tions Of the earth cheers under q
temporary. o. Provisional Government, 20
Is truo-but soon 10 De followed w one Of
a permanent character. which. while Il
surrcuders none OF our ancient rights and
liberties. viii secure more perfectly, we
trust, the peace. security and domestic
tranquility, that should be the object Of
al Governments. IApplanse.
What Il o. be the future of this new
Government. the fate ct this new Re
public, viii depend upon ourselves. Six
States only, at present. constitute it-hut
six stars, ne yet, appear in oar constella-
lion. More, We trust will soon b. added.
~ tho time Of the adoption Of the Con-
I stItution Of permanent Government we
Z may have number greater than the origin
/ al thirteen OF the original Union, and with
more than three times their population,
wealth and power. Applause.
With such a beginning. the prospect Of
the future presents strong hopes 10 the
I patriots heart. for n bright and prosper.
Gus career. But what this future shall be,
depends, | say, upon ourselves, and those
who shall come alter Us. Ours is q Re
public, 10 be permanent and prosperous
must be supported by the virtue, intelli
gence. integrity and patriotism Of the
people. These are the corner stones upor
which the temple Of popular liberty mus
be constructed to stand securely and per
manently. Resting ours upon these, We
need fear nothing from without or from
within.
With a climate unsurpassed by any OF
earth, with staples and productions which
contrcl the commerce of the world, will
institutions so far as regards our organic
and social policy. in strict conformity {,
nature and the laws Of the creator, wheth
er read in tho book of inspiration or tn,
great book Of manifestation around US
we have all the natural elements essentia
10 the attainment Of the highest degre
Of power, glory and renown. Applause.
These institutions have been much ass,il
ed. Il is our mission to vindicate tn
great truths on which they rest, and will
them 10 exhibit the highest type OF civ
ilintion which il is possible for humai
society 10 reach. In doing this, our poll
cy should be marked by desire to pre-
serve and maintain peace with all othe
States and people. If this cannot be done
let not the fault lie at our door. Will
we should make aggressions on none, "
should be prepared torepel them, II mad
.
quarter il may. Applause. We ask q
All other simply to be permitted to loo
after our own safety, security and happ
ness, in our own way, without molestin
or giving offence 10 any other people.
Let then peace, fraternity, and hber'
commercial relations with all the work.
be our motto. Cheers With thes
principles, without any envy towards othe
States in the line Of policy they ma
mark out for themselves, we will rattle
invite them 10 a generous rivalship in a
that develops the highest qualities Of OF
} nature. Applause.
With the best wishes for you, gentl
men and the success Of our commo
Government this day announced, ! b
, you GOOD night.
3 Three cheers were then given for n
/ Hon. Alex. II. Stephens. the first Vic
President Of the Confederate Sgntes
. America. II Is almost unnecessary 10 "a
! they were given with 'carnestness an
j. enthusiasm, for here. A. well o. ever
where else, Mr. stephens commands n
highest respect i0r his talents. stntesma
ship and unhlemished private chaFacte
J. his patriotism and eloquence and preset
4 Official position make him "the observ,
/. Of Az observers" ne well a. the promi
ent individual upon whom compliment
are bestowed with a lavish hand.
y The band Of mudo and the vast crow
~ alter leaving the apartments Of Mr. y
m phenE, proceeded 10 the Exchange Hot
! wheru, nom tho balcony, Messrs. kei
Chesnut Conrad and others deliver
n spirited, eloquent and patriotic speech'
10 Which were warmly applauded. and q
seniiments they utiered were deserving
IL appiauso wherever Southern men listen
Who revered the sacred Institutions al
-. the old Government Of our fathers.
tha late hour have not the time 70 VT
m out the speeches delivered BY those q
tlomen, although u would be a labor
Of loge Tor mo under other circumstances
Montgomery has exhibited to-day m'
~ Interest In the proceedings Of the q
RS than during any day Of iis sessi'
r. he Capitol has been crowded, and
ennounccmont Of the election Of Jeh
Dr. son Davis 10 the Presidency, and A.
stephens 20 the Vice-Presidency Of
an, ooniederate States. elected the most &
zoe era expressions Of qualification. Evi
body y delighted. Loud toned oanr
proclaim the public qualification at
new Republic and the election Of a
sterling men a. Davis and stephens to
nto prominent Offices in the gift Of the n
il eoniederaoy.
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