Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1861-02-21
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MoxreoxrnY. Feb. lS.-The Hon. A.
H. Stephens said, in response 10 srrenade
last evening: Though We net ss strangers
from different and independent States. we
are once more citizen Of a common eoun-
try. Allow me briefly and sincerely 10 re-
turn my unfeigned thanks for this compile
ment. The state Of my health and voice,
and the night air, apart from other consid-
sraIiOns prevent me from doing more. This
is not the time nor the'place TO discuss the
great question now pressing in the public
councils. 49,. s1sa a58
It is sufficient 10 ssy that this day new
Republic has been formed. The Confed-
crate States Of America have been ushered
into the existence to take their place among
the nations Of the earth. under a temporary
or provisional government II is true, but
soon to be followed by one Of permanent
character, which, while il surrenders none
Of our ancient rights and liberties, will Sc
cure them more perfectly. We trust Tor
peace, security and domestic tranquility,
which ought to be The object of all gnvern-
ments. What is the future Of this new
government? The fate Of this new Repub-
lie will depend upon ourselves. Six States
only al present constitute it. But six stars
yet appear in our constellation and consti-
tu.ion. The permanent government may
have greater number Than the original
thirteen Of the original Union, with more
than thres times their population wealth
and power. --r e.l aHzl -.
With such beginning the prospect for
the future presents strong hopes to the pa
triotic heart for bright prospects id our ca
reer; but what The future shall be depends
upon ourselves and those who shall come
after US. Our republic, and all republics,
to be permanently prosperous must be sup
ported by the entire intelligence, integrity
and patriotism Of The people. These
are the corner stones upon which the tenn
pie Of liberty must be constructed to stand
securely end permanently. Resting our
trust on these who need fear nothing from
without or within. ts--s-.a- aa~ sfsFf
With climate unsurpassed BY any one;
whose staple productions control the CON-
merce Of the world, with institutions, so
far as regards our organic and social policy
in strict conformity 10 nature and the laws
Of the Creator, whether read in The book of
inspiration or the great :. book of manifesto
tions around us we have all the natural ell
ements essential 10 the attainment Of the
highest degree Of power and glory. -'
These institutions have BEEN much as
sailed. and it is our mission to yindicais
the great truth on which they rest, and
with them exhibit the highest type Of civil
izatinn which it is possible for human So
ciety TO reach. In doing this, our policy
should be marked by a desire to preserve
and MAINTAIN peace with all the States and
psople. II this cannot be done, let not the
IA lit bs at our door. While We should
make aggressions on none, we should be
prepared 10 repel those made by others,
let them come from whatever quarter they
may. We ask of others sinply to LET Us
alone, and 10 be permitted to look after our
own safety, security, and happiness. in
our own way. without molesting or giving
offence to ether people. Let, then, peace,
fraternity, and liberal commercial relations
with all The world be our motto, with these
principles, without envy towards other
States in The line Of policy they may take
Tor themselves, we will invite them to
generous rivalry in all that develops the
highest quality Of every nation. g
With the best wishes 10 you, gentlemen,
and 10 the success Of your common gov
srhment, tins day announced, bid you good
night. - = "a III .---sy,
Mr.. Stephens was frequently interrupt
ed with applause, and on retiring three
cheers were given for him-the first Vice
President of the Confederate States of A
merica. -,i.,,s.l.ss