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Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1861-09-05

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The Smoky Hill and Republican union. [volume] (Junction City, Kan.) 1861-1864, 1861-09-19
THE UNION CONVENTION.

We publish in another column a call, ex,en-
sively signed by patriots Of ell parties. for a
Union Convention, to put in nomination the
right kind of candidates for the Offices to be
filed at the ensuing fall election. This is as
it should be. At time like this, when the
overthrow of the Government by traitorous
band of malcontents is sought, mere disputes
about platforms, or the policy which the Cow
ernmsnt ought to pussue in its administration,
seems absurd and out of place, and will not be
engaged in by an earnest and patriotic people.
All who are not traitors at heart, can readily
agree to postpone the consideration of the
question of high tariff or a low tariff, specie
currency or parer currency. sq"atter sover-
eighty or congressional prohibition of slavery.
or the best man for President, until the ques-
tion is determined as to whether the Govern
meut shall or shall not continue to exist
whether the old Constitution of WAsHrNGroN,
JEFFERSON, and MADISON, or the new Constitu-
ton of DAVIS, TooMBs, and SrErHENs, shall
be the supreme law of the land, and whether
Mr.. LINCOLN, elected by the people, or JEFF
DAVIS, elected by cabal of traitors, shall be
the President Of the American States. Until
the Government, the Constitution, the capital,
are sale from the traitors who now surround
them, patriots of all parties must separate from
traitors, and unite in hearty and consistent
effort for the maintenance of the Institutions,
in the defence of which SO many of our brave
people are now perilipg their lives. In no way
can those of us who remain at home evince
our devotion to free institutions more decid-
edly, than by sacrificing all party predictions
upon the altar Of our country, and by joining
hands in support Of patriots, and in opposition
to the traitors who are tolerated in cur midst,
and who are laboring by canting, hypocritical,
and false pretexts, to aid the rebels in the
con summation of their scheme for the over
throw Of the Government and the conquest of
large portion of the Union. Fill the local
offices, and the Legislatures of the loyal
States, with sympathizers with Southern trea-
son, and the overthrow of The General Govern
ment, and the extinguishment Of freedom,
would be speedy and certain. We must not
ermit this. No man who sides with treason
and traitors, and against his own Govern
ment, should be permitted to ho.d any place
of power or influence amongst us. They
belong to the Judas Iscariot family, who, with
kiss, will betray to crucfxion and death,
the patriots who confde in them.
The Smoky Hill and Republican union. [volume] (Junction City, Kan.) 1861-1864, 1861-09-19
A UNION DEMONSTRATION.

On Thursday evening, the 9th inst, the
Hall to avail themselves of the ability and
eloquence attracted by the Court. The meet
ing was called to order and VIM. H. Mckinley
chosen as President, and Woodbridge Odlin as
Secretary. We are truly sorry that our want
Of space forbid US publishing full report Of
the able and patriotic speeches made on this
occasion. Mr.. Gilchrist, of Topeka, staunch
Democrat, made the opening speech, which
was replete with patriotism, and unusually
interesting lie showed up to his Democratic
idea of q compromise, other than that the
villains should lay down their arms and eat
every word of their dangerous and infectious
doctrines. Mr.. Essick, of Manhattan, vas
next called upon. He made an able but very
indiscreet speech, attacking Mr.. Hawkins in a
manner not suited TO the occasion. Mr.. Haw-
kins, who happened to be present, interrupted
him, which occasioned an awful tumult, durA
ing which Hawkins friends acted not only in'
discreet, bur outragously. "Courtesy" de-
mandcd that Mr.. Hawkins should be heard,
but the meeting considered the reguiar pro-
gramme Of more Importance than courtesy"
consequently Mr.. Hawkins had to bidc his
time Judge Greer arose and made telling
speech, but the Judges character for ability
is a sufficient guarantee for the speech, without
any words of comment from US. Col. Sa1d-
ford next arose, and gave an interesting ac-
count of the origin and progress of the rebel
lion, and with great ability defended the
government in its effort at self-preservation.
But the crowning speech of the evening was
made by Hawkins. He displayed wonderful
genius for haranguing crowds, and gave un-
essential article, backbone. He made coed
Union speech, but was net applauded BY his
friends to the extent that he was the night
before, when he made q speech almost as COM
trary as could be. He didn't plead on this
occasion for the dear people," but went into
the war millions-yea, hundreds of millions
blood carnage = desolation-everything and
anything, to re-establish the supremacy of the
government. He wound up his "speech of
the evening" with definition of the word
unconditional" that would have done honor
to Webster. Suffice it to say he was !" Justify
cheered by his admiring % auditors"
The ladies-God bless them-graced the
meeting with their presence, thereby demon.
strating that they were sound on the Union
question.
The Smoky Hill and Republican union. [volume] (Junction City, Kan.) 1861-1864, 1861-09-19
TO THE PUBLIC.

As some maliciously disposed persons have
taken pains to circulate story to the effect that
the SMOKY HILL AND REPUBLICAN UNION has been
started merely as a campaign paper. and as soon
as the election is over it will be suspended, We
beg leave TO state that this paper is to be per-
manent thing in Junction City. We have come
back to Junction City to stay just as long as we
can make an honorable living; and judging
from the success we have already met with We
think the paper will afford clever subsist-
ence for ourself-and family, if we had one.
No doubt other stories are in circulation detri-
mental to our interest and The interest Of this
paper. When we find out who the authors (and
we know there are more than one) Of these LIES
are, we shall surely publish them, and perhaps
call them some pretty hard names.
The Smoky Hill and Republican union. [volume] (Junction City, Kan.) 1861-1864, 1861-09-19
An Incident Gf the Esastcras
Affair.

Commodore Barron, (rebcl) seemed very
much taken aback. 81 would not care so
much," said he to Gen. Butler, +" but to be
taken by my own ship, the Wabash, is hu-
initiating Some Of them seemed in good
spirits. Their first questions were, What
will you do with us-will you hang us z"
They were assured they would be cared for
humauely. On being given good supper
they kept continually remarking about the
treatment they received.
They looked for irons immcd ately upon
their arrival, expecting to be hung in them.
When the first salutations were made be.
tween the United States officers and Com
modore Barron, he asked how many were
killed on the fleet" The answer was
" None" How many were wounded 2"
/" None" was the reply. "Wby," he ex-
claimed, "you astonish me. l thought
that to capture these forts, it would cost a
thousand lives, and it would be cheap at
that"
When Commodore Barron and his OFF,
GERS descended to the deck of the flag ship
Minnesota, where Commodore Strlngham
was stationed on the quarter deck to receive
him, General Butler presented Barron to
the gallant old Commodore, saying, "Com-
modore Barron Commodore Stringham I"
The latter, raising himself up to his full
height, looked the traitor straight in the
eye, and barely inclining his head, replied,
4" l have seen Mr.. Barron BEFORE"
Barron, who has always prided himself
on the hautear monde fairly WINGED under
the whole volume of honest sarcasm con-
tained In that look and sentence. 1t was a
touching sight. On the one side stood the
manly Old tar, who will die as he has lived,
under that glorious old flag that has flung
its crimson folds over his head on every sea,
waiting to tread the shore and receive the
grateful plaudi:s and loving thanks of a
mighty nation. Opposite to him stood the
base traitor, who deserted his post in the
very hour when his services we're most
needed by his country. What must have
been the tumultuous emotions in his breast.
Scorned by his former friend of lifetime,
the object Of contempt and dexecration to the
humblest coal passer on a ship where once
his proud form and graceful manner had
been followed BY the devotion of the entire
ships company. 1t will be remembered
that Barron sunk the distractions at Nor
tolk harbor to prevent the egress of the
United States ships, before Virginia joined
the rebe and yet his plea is that he had
to 60 with his State. Did he have to steal
millions of property from nation that had
fed and clothed him and heaped honors
upon him, and steal it before his State had
made step toward leaving the Union
Wash. Cor. Phil Enquirer.
The Smoky Hill and Republican union. [volume] (Junction City, Kan.) 1861-1864, 1861-09-19
THE "DEMOCRATS.,

A Convention was held on the third of the
present month in Junction City, by body of
men calling themselves Democrats" for the
purpose Of nominating candidates to fill the
district and county Offices the ensuing year.
The form of organization was gone through
with, resolutions were drafted, aad ticket
was nominated, composed exclusively of
" Democrats" At present, We are not dis
posed to enter into discussion of the merits
or aemerits of the different gentlemen named
by that Convention for responsible public po-
sitions in our county yand district. Perhaps
many Of them would not stand close inspec-
tion; but let that pass.
We should like to compare the present posi-
ton Of some Of their leading candidates with
that occupied by them only one year ago.
Consistency, thou art jewel"
The Smoky Hill and Republican union. [volume] (Junction City, Kan.) 1861-1864, 1861-09-19
Here is the first of series of resolutions
None of them amonnf To much

Here is the first Of a series Of resolutions
None Of them amount to much.
Resolved, That under Democratic princi
pies, the country has prospered beyond all
precedent; that they promise US as much
glory in the future as prosperity in the past ;
that, entertaining such belief, we will adhere
to those principles, and not unite with party
which has reduced the country to its present
unhappy condition"
The above is exceedingly lucid. We trust
We understand what is meant. Taking the
present condition Of cur country into consid.
Grafton, We would like to ask what kind Of
glory is promised by adhering to ssDemo.
cratic" principles, if the present action of the
so called democrats are based Upon those
principles The virtual admission, at the
close of the paragraph that they are disuniou
lists, is apparent to every school-boy.
The remainder of the "re solves" charge
the present condition of affairs upon all Sec
tons Of the Union, want peace, and advocate o
re assembling of Congress, and the adoption Of
the Crittenden Resolutions, don't want slavery
interfered with, lwonder what they think OF
contraband and "regard no war or peace as
defensible, which is based upon the idea of the
ultimate separation of the States" We won
der who this last hits; must be JEFF DAVIS
and his crowd, for We know of no other party,
at present, trying to "separate the States"
The Smoky Hill and Republican union. [volume] (Junction City, Kan.) 1861-1864, 1861-09-19
OUR POSlTlON-DUTY OF UNION
MEN

In assuming the arduous duties incumbent
upon the editor of public journal at the pres
ent exciting period of our national existence,
we feel it part of our duty to define clearly
our position, and the principles that shall
actuate and guide US in the discharge Of our
duties as public journalist.
1t is known 10 many Of the citizens of this
county and Western Kansas, that We have
been connected in different capacities with the
press IF Junction City, since its Inauguration,
over three years ago. Our former actions in
the political world have been very limited !;
whatever they were, We deem them Of no
imp ortance in influencing US how to act while
our government is assailed by traitors, and our
constitution trampled upon, and laws defied.
In the present perilous condition of our once
happy land, We feel it to be the imperative, as
we'll as solemn duty of all true patriots of our
country to ignore all party platforms, with
their attendant prejudices, and take their
position upon the broad platform of the Con-
stitution, fully resolved to defend that sacred
instrument against the assaults Of its enemies,
whether they emanate from the North, South,
East, or West. Treason and open rebellion,
in all its horrid forms, now exists in our once
peaceful land Civil war, with all its horrors.
is now upon u.s. aud we do not consider it right
that we should step to inquire what party
those traitors and invaders belonged hereto
fore. or what were the former political antece
dents of the President of the United States.
But it is to us clearly our duty to rally around
the Constitution, and the glorious old flag OF
our country, in one common cause for the
preservation and perpetua.ion OF our glorious
Union, and under that proud old banner,
whose ample folds have guarded and protected
us during the whole period Of our political
existence-which has raised US from an infant
republic to the position of tie greatest nation
ON earth-the pride of ourselves, and the adj
miratior of the world. We shall know no
party but the party of the Union, so long as
there remains an armed traitor upon our
sacred soil, AMI to the success of that party
we shall assiduously labor with all the zeal,
energy, and ability We possess. Earnestly
trusting we shall have the cooperation OF all
Union-loving men, whether Democrats or
Republicans, without regard to past political
differences.
In conducting the UNION, we shall, in the Ian,
guage of JACKSON, :: Take the responsibility,
unawed by fear or unbribed by gam, uncon-
trolled or influenced by any man, party, or
clique, save that party who marches and keeps
step to the music of the Union.
The Smoky Hill and Republican union. [volume] (Junction City, Kan.) 1861-1864, 1861-09-19

At the approaching November election, the
voters of Kansas will be called upon to select
a o ornament seat for the State Capital. In
doing so, the objects most important are: To
choose such point as will be most easily Of
access to the largest number of our citizens,
and as near the centre of our State and popu
lation as possible. The people of Western
Kansas are, perhaps. more deeply interested
in this question than the majority are aware
Of That the seat Of government for a num-
Der Of years at least must remain east of the
Pottawattomie Reserve is fixed fact. That
the first railroad built in Kansas will star,
from some point on the river, and terminate
for a time at the capital, is equally true !;
therefore, our object should be to bring the
termiHus of that road as near our own doors as
possible. This should exert strong influence
upon our action.
We know of but two points, now in the
field, that are likely to succeed, Topeka and
Lawrence. Much may be said in favor Of the
latter, but, that its interest are not identical
with this section of the State can be seen at a
glance, and that its citizens have never shown
disposition to make them so. is proven by
their past history. In fact, it is not natural
they should, and they never will. Topeka,
however, has interests with which we are
united. Its position is located exactly upon
our line of travel to and from the Missouri
river. Though situated On the south side of
the kaw, it must look for its success, as a
business place, and its prosperity as city,
to the West and North Of the river. They have
not got the agricultural country On the south
side that viii ever support them. For this
reason, they are now, and have been for a
long time past, exerting their influence in
favor of this section of our State.
We like Lawrence, personally. For the
past year we have been temporarily located
there, and we believe it to be smart, thriv-
ing town, and Likely to become an important
point; but no matter how far she may advance
toward greatness, this section of our State will
receive no benefit from it.
We shall continue our remarks upon this
important subject, lat least to Western Kansas,
in future numbers, and shall show that aside
from the great advantage derived from our
proximity to railroad, We still should sustain
Topeka.
The Smoky Hill and Republican union. [volume] (Junction City, Kan.) 1861-1864, 1861-09-19
UNION DISTRICT CONVENTION

The undersigned, citizens of Wabaunsee,
Davis, and Dickinson counties, believing that
in this hour of peril to our Country and State,
there should be no political distinction known
among the people save those which separates
Patriots from Traitors, earnestly invite all who
are in favor of sustaining the Government in
its present struggle, and Of upholding the
Constitution and Laws OF our Common Coun,
try, TO meet IN District Convention at Junction
City, Kansas, on Tuesday, September "a, 1861,
for the purpose of designating three candidates
for members Of the lower branch of the next
Legislature.
We suggest that the proposed District Con-
vention be composed of one delegate for every
twenty five votes polled at the last November
election.
We also recommend that County Conventions
for the selection Of delegates, the nomination
Of county officers, &C., be held at the respective
county seats, of the District, on Satul day,
September 81, 1861.
We trust that all lovers Of constitutional
freedom, and the benign Government estab-
lished by WASHINGTON, will unite in this move.
I1ent and the selection of true and tried
patriots AID honest men for the Offices TO be
6lled at the ensuing election.
White CN Church, Fred Drew,
Edward Cobb, G McClelland, Z 4 Barker,
A W Callen, d Rule, A Whitman,
G X Harris, N s Gilbert, ii N Williams,
Mansfield. B Buntley, Thos Cameron,
G w Stallcop, H Heidel, G Wetzel,
G L Miller, 4 Berry, Jas McDeyitt.
John Wallace, r McBratrey, Berger.
And 800 Others.
The Smoky Hill and Republican union. [volume] (Junction City, Kan.) 1861-1864, 1861-09-19
SEPT. 15.-Eyerything quiet in Atchi-

SEPT. 15.-Eyerything quiet in Atchi-
son.
DIR. Hogeboom, Of Leavenworth, has
been appointed one of the surgeons in the
Home Guard Regiment.
The Kansas Second Regiment arrived
in Atchison last evening.
Observation-Disclosures have been
sent to the various Indian Agents in this
State to organize as many of the Indians as
will fight for the Union. The Agents are
also Instructed to report the. number that
can thus be raised, and the arms and equip
ments in their possession. The disloyalty
of many powerful tribes of Southern In
dians-several of them having Joined the
rebellion and others being doubtful-has
warned the Government OF the necessity for
preparation to NEE. them. The rebels have
brought the tomahawk and scalping knife
of the savage into the war. Indian will
meet Indian, and the battle will not be on
our soil.
The Smoky Hill and Republican union. [volume] (Junction City, Kan.) 1861-1864, 1861-09-19
SALUTATORY.

We present to-day to the public The first
number of The Smoky HILL AND REPUBLICAN
UNION.
In this, our inaugural, we. do not intend to
enter into any elaborate exposition of the
tration. We have already, in our prospectus,
briefly set forth the leading objects which
have induced US to commence the publication
of the paper-namely, the maintenance of the
Government, and the development of the nat
ursl capabilities of the Western Kansas Val-
lies.
We love the Republican Government estab-
lished by WASHINGTON, and his illustrious
compeers; and we believe its maintenance
against all foes to be the most sacred of all
earthly duties. We shall therefore do what we
can to uphold it-speaking of open and secret
enemies as they deserve to be spoken of. In
doing so, We intend to call things by their
right names, and to invoke against traitors of
oil degrees, the scorn and execration of all
honest and patriotic men.
In thus supporting the Government we do
not propose to be governed by any narrow
partizan views. We have confidence that the
present administrators of the Government are
actuated by proper patriotic motives, and that
they are every way competent to the successful
management of the difficulties which the ext
gencies Of the times have devolved upon them ;
but if it shall be demonstrated, after a fair
trial, that such is not the case, we shall be
among those who viii insist that men who are
competent shall be put in their places. So
much for Governmental matters.
In local matters, We do not propose to be
governed by any mere town or county consid-
crations. An idea prevails extensively that
Central and Western Kansas is a desert and
hoxling waste-almost uniphabitable By white
men, Without stopping, at this time, to in.
quire who are the authors of this absurd
aspersion of the most beautiful and fertile
vallies of the continent. we shall labor assid-
uously to correct the falsehood, and to invite
settlers to the now unoccupied lands Of the
Smoky Hill, Republican, Saline, solomon, tn e
Blues, Vermilion, Neosho, verdigris, and their
thousand tributaries. The lands drained by
the streams named, are capable Of supporting
. population more dense than that of Massa-
ehasetts, and upon their speedy occupancy
by an industrious agricultural people, depends,
in large measure, the future growth of the
State, and the prosperity Of those of US now
here
We ask our frontier friends, who agree with
us in the objects which We seek to promote
TO aid in extending the circulation of the
UNION, not only among our own people, bu,
among the people of the East, from whom We
hope 10 attract emigration.
The Smoky Hill and Republican union. [volume] (Junction City, Kan.) 1861-1864, 1861-09-19
When the citadel of our Country is in flames

When the citadel of our Country is in flames
when the edifce that Washington and Franklin,
and their associates, erected, is in flames, it
becomes us. whatever may have been our politi-
cal proclvities before, to rise far above all other
considerations, and to keep this citadel from
observation-disclosures s. DICKINSON.
The word Compromise is now only uttered by
Traitors. So long as rebels have arms in their
hsnds there is nothing to compromise. 1t is
vain to toll at the pumps while men are kept on
board boring holes in the bottom of the ship
JOSEPH Holt.
There is no halfway house in this matter
no tarrying- place between sustaining the Gov
ernment and attempting its overthrow. There
is no peace proposition that will suit the ease
until the rebellion is first put down-DasIEI
s. Dickinson.