Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1861-01-12

Al LefUH WHICH convey dueq qahIetys tuo COuVlS~
tions of the people OF the State Of Ohio. Re.
spectiDg the views Of Mr.. Moore, he expressed
similar opinions while concurriDg With the SEN
timents Of that gentleman. III
Mr.. MOORE replied that his objection to the
resolutions was that he thought they we're not
direct and pointed enough, He had not thought
they could do any good. Ifit was thought they
would prove beneficial he would withdraw HE
objectione. F.t
Mr.. FERGUSON said the remarks of the
Senator from Madison had almost induced him
to consent TO withdraw his amendments, but
upon reading the seventh and eighth resolu.
tions, he was moro impressed with tho necessity
of expressing our views more definitely, tupon
peace propositions. The eighth proposition es-
pecially impressed him. While by it we de-
clare our loyalty to the Union, in that ro.oln-
ton we pledge moral and physical forces of the
State in the settlement Of the difficulties OF the
country. By 1t Ohio throws the sword into the
balance. Therefore the greater necessity for
more explicitly stating our earnest desire for
peace and Union, go that the Olive branch
may accompany the sword.
Mr.. JONES reminded the Senator that in
1892 when the Wings called upon President
jackson, and told him they had opposed him by
every just means, but now their duty required
them 10 offer him their support, the OLD hero
thanked them for their aid. So now he thought
when the country IL In distress, il was right
that the whole country should now sustain
the administration. Mr.. Jones proceeded in an
earnest and impressive manner TO appeal to the
Senate to endorse unanimously the resolutions
presented by Mr.. Harrison.
Mr.. MONROE thought 1t right that men
should differ as long ss there s necessity for it,
but there are emergencies In which it becomes
men to settle their differences and meet upon
some common platform. That time has ar
rived. The country which w9 all love 10 in dis
tress. Let as, in Gods name all meet upon the
Common altar Of our country, and unite for the
oJmmon welfare. Let US for once forget tho
cfamping bandsof party Let US elevate our
selves ABOVE partizin prejudces, and like pa
triots, devote ourselves to the whole country.
The resolutions of the Senator from Madison he
would vote for cheerfully. They are fer from
being such resolutions as he would have present.
cd, yet he would forgo his wish, and he would
vote for every word Of them. Mr.. Monroe hoped
Mr.. Furguson would withdraw his amendment
MIR. HARRISON stated that with Gu amend.
ment to the eighth resolution, so that 1t shall
read as follows, he understood Mr.. Ferguson
would withdraw his amendment, viz:
VIII. That we hail with JOY the recent firm,
diguifed and patriotic special message of the
President OF the United States, aud that the en-.
tire power and resources OF Ohio are hereby
pledged, whenever nsdessery and demanded, for
the maintenance, under strict subordination to
the local authority, OF the Constitution and laws
Of the General Government by Thomsoever ad-
ministered
Mr.. SCHLEICH said that Mr Harrison's res.
elutions had been presented to him before they
we're offered to the Senate, and they met with
bic approval. And since he had heard the pa
triotic speech Of Mr. Monroe-representing go
he does-and be said It without intending dis.
reepeca-the extreme school of politics at the
Nortb--an6 coming forward as he does, and
Welding up his extreme views upon the common
altar Of the country, re (Mr. y was cheered
by hope that we can yet adjust our difficulties,
and save the Union and the Constitution. Re
therefore hoped that the resolutions wopld be
unenimously adopted. A
Mr.. Collins said that in order TO exhibi;
unanimity Of sentiment, he would call the yeas
ard nays.
Mr.. PARISH made some remarks upoa the
resolution, which will be reported when the re-
porter 10 offered time to 90 60. l -.... r..f
He was inclined to think the third resolution
ccmmit;ed him to too much. ifCongress pass
ed lsgs contrary to the laws Of Coo aud moral
ity, no human power coalG o6lige him to obeI
them. Ee might endure but no Wouii 10. ex
ecu,e Law contrary to bis sense of right In th,
light OF divine and moral laws. With this ex.
plsnsiion be finally iwaiysd HE objections dnd
endorsed the resolutions heartily.
Mr.. CuPPY was pleased with the sentiment
DO had heard this morning. He wss reminded
by the generous discussions upon ell sides, o
love fea5ts which he he'd attended In his youth
A brother hsd remarked that whsn such 200,
feeling prevailed it was the best time to han,
round the t=t. lie hUyed The vote would scoi
be taken
Nc, FLsEER did ros propose to pFolOpg ;h'
debate, end would not say anything, but that ht
fel. il his duty to thank the Senator from Ham
.Itol for the generous patriotism manifested b,
him in Withdrawing his amendment. HC
thought We could nov come to unanimous
vote. 1t seemed to him a. this mementouI
time we ought to put forth the united moral pow
er of Ohio to strengthen and support the ieebl,
hands Of the President. We read in the scrip
tpre that Aaron and Hur held up the hands O
Moses and the hcs!s of the Lord prevailed
Let us in the spirit of patriotism hold up the
hands of the administration 80 that the UnioI
shall be maintained.
Mf. PARISH remarked that be concurred
heartily in the general opiris Of the resolutions
bnt they were Objectionable ia some respects.
Mr.. HOLMES said they did not precisely ex
press his views, but be heartily concurred In
their general sentiments. IL he had assurance
tha! the various legislatures would repeal uu
constitutional laws that may be on their statute
books, he would eheer!ulIy throw aside his par
| ty, and meet his Republican friends upon al
measures for the maintenance OF the Union
| He spoke as q patriot. His kindred, who arr
dear 20 him as the apple Of his eye, live aciOs
the waters OF the Ohio; he has interests there
and he desired that tho interests of the peopl,
OF both sides OF the river shall be united HI
asks that the people of Ohio shall do nothing bu
what is right. Let there be assurances tha
| offensive statutes shall be repealed and he will
| go heart and hand with all his brethren regard
less OF party tiee.
MIR. HOLMES suggested tina. there are law
on The statute books of Ohio, which conac. wit!
the Federal Constitution.
1 Mr.. GARFIELD eulogized the patriotism o
Mr.. Holmes. But yesterday every Senator ol
this foor had voted for resolution ins;ructiu,
4 the Judiciary Committee to search cur statute
to see If such laws are among them. That !
the pledge required, and we accept Il. Show m
\ eiad Mr.. g. enc word In cont.svenlion OF th
I Constitution, eud ] will vote for It's repes
though every man In the State 10 against nc
MIR. g. proceeded to urge the immediate edop
tion Of the resolutions, and closed with an elC
Quent review of the course Of Major Anderco
at Charleston, 10 chow how earnestly the nstio
is laboring for peace. sev~
| Mr.. MOORE said be had determined to vot
fcr these resolutions, and trust 70 God that tb
Senate will sustain their sentiments.
i MIR. HARRISON remarked TO the Senate
from Hamilton (Holmes) that he ought 10 hav
II confidence In the judiciary Committee that