New-York daily tribune., 1861-09-12

and Gridey from the XIth District Of New-York. In
regard to tho order of business the Committee Asked
further time.
The report Of the Committee on Contested Seats was
presented.
delegation from a German Republican Conven-
ton held yesterday was introduced, aud their Chair
man, Prof Peisner of Schenectady submitted the res
olutons by that body.
Prof. Peisner eaid--Gentlemen. it may seem intru'
sye in us TO appear before such large body Of men
skilled in politics and political science, and advise them
on political matters; but TO hold separate Convention
appeared to tue ony means Of obtaining the express
tion Of the German sentiments Of the German popua-
lion Of the country. This element has been growing
in power aud influence for years. The party OF lib
erty would have been successfnl without the aid
of the German Republicans, would il be wise now
in this hour Of national peril to reject with
out a hearing. Cries Of "No," and applause
Look at Missouri, where the loyal men ave
struggling against the superior force Of the
Rebels. There large portion Of the loyal army are
GormaDa and he would ask, could they there, since
the death Of tie brave Lyon warm spplausel, cls-
pense with the services Of the gallant Sigeli in-
mense applausel. Look at virginia. Is not Rose
cranz who is leading our forces 10 victory In Western
Virginia, of German origin tCheers:l Then look NJ
the disaster Of Boil Run Who was 1t thst kept 70,
geher and protected in their retreat our Tying army
Had they not heard tho name Oh blCuhcr DIlya"o'
Who WAS il that passed many niglts in suspense on
The damp sand of Hatteras POintf Was II not Neber'
with biz gallant forces. Look at the musEetroiis
throughout the country and you VIII Ind whole reBl
meuis and brigades Of German citizens. Are We not
all ever ready to sacrifice all hold dear our little
pro rerty and our lives, 10 save the honor ana
existence OF fstherland. loud apphu'e'
Have we not also done our duty in times OF peace
For years have we no, lsbored in the field tho vine
yard, and tie workshop, in the slck chamber, the
sci DOL roOm and the hall Of scenoe Has not GerIan
knowledge and German science been at work win
effect In all such fields Of usefulness you VIII hnd
Oor comTymen laboring with diligence and faithful
ness yet German citizens have had TO struggle Tor
years sgsI0st unexpected trials and difficulties. we
thought we were doing duty 10 the country that
welcomed Us, but have had TO meet the indlief-
and scorching irony Of the native population.
Many Of yOu Americans, mistakirg our sentiments,
have ostracised us with alien laws aud political
prescription; but nothing has cooled our pat1olisu
Despite the now revolving warfare against ourselves,
we came forward readily to fight the battles Of the
country. Now away with the narrow preJudlre that
but native citizens can understand your laws;
away with all distinctions, native aud foreign both
| We Of tie with you, and have taken
your laws and institutions from native Europe.
What your transpaned 10 these shores, tho
Old World had aborsd for and achieved through trials
greater than thOse undergone BY your ancestors
Remember, too there such time, "a now, for the
exercise Of broad patriotism and 1eral ststesmanshp
Blood has fowei on SOIL and graves have BEEN
opened for tens and hundreds and will be for thou
and Germans fell and now lay side by
side, molieripg in tho grave. tApl lause.
Let be friends and equals, not oniy IN time OF war
and death, but also IN peace and e We are willing
To share your trials and dBngers but ask you TO
share with your bonors, your rights, and yonr
privileges. j ask no fayOn for myeh i am no
pohiciAn but | repeat that you may do honor 10 the
graves Of my countrymen who have fallen on the
battlefield, and justice 10 the living.
Mr.. Lsp ham moved the following;
R,otsd the T,,ouou, just oaosd b. Ts,evs4 b. Tho
Sonyen,.' 20 ssa ,eeIi,S ~ S 70 We e ~ % s i sh
they hsyo been presented .,d 5e psoe .das'. eth -ess
to upon ths PsOrn shd TO sisss me far'r debers
DR.. Stork u Erie. while be sympathl1ed with the
resolution Just offered cou not think this time for
holding separate German or Irish Conventions. lie
came from Germany Il year, and when naiu-
rslzed felt be was fully an American citizen. He
did not believe any American could question his right
TO that tile, but men OF German birth could be
rightly repre-enied lot them So TO tho primary meet
inge and iake par: in the yroeeediagy. lie SPOKE
Tie resolution Of Mr. Lap ham was adopted.
G. A. Dana Of New-York moved that delegates be
authorized nominate State Committee for the
suing year. according 20 the usual custom Adopted.
Nj Birdsey Of Kings called up the resolution for the
appointment Of Committee Of Two from each judi
cal District on resolutions and address Adopted.
Mr.. sackeit Of Saratoga moved tLat Committee Of
Two from e8ch Judicial District appointed 70 confer
with the other Conventions nominations.
Mr.. Wooster Of HerkimeT moved 10 amend by the
apponiment Of Committee OF two rom each judi.
ddi Dis rict on Nominations.
Mr. Sackett recommended that the Coiurnitteo be the
sane as that proposed by Mr.. Wooster lie desired
say that the usual custom has been 70 allow delegates
70 seect their. members committees OF any kind.
lie moved, in addition, that shs mode Of selection be
followed now.
Mr. Wooster moved the appointment Of the Com
mttee on Nominations by the Chair He did not Ike
10 name the Committee OF Conference. The other
Conventions had a similar Committee, and he desired
this Convention TO follow their example. The other
Conventions have been delaying and holding on till
they could find out whelher We we're ready 10 by
aside party cOntiderations and meet them half way
He preferred the nomination should DO made by the
Chair 20 ssye time and wac oon6dsnt that the Com
mittee would be prudently formed.
Mr. Rice Of Catiarangus favored the nomination Of |
the Committee by the Chair.
Mr. butcher Of NewiOrk warmly edvocated the
election Of the Committee by the delegates. He de
sired 10 make tht much possible Convention OF
the People to bury the enemies Of the Govern
men 10 deep n this election that nothing will ever
resurrect them.
MIR Dana OF New-York would willingly vote this
resolution nj the proper time but desired Il postponed
till the Com ngtee the order Of business was ready
10 report. They wonld give is subject their early
attention. He would bo sorry TO see COMMITTEE OF
Conference appointed and then find that the other
Convention had not agreed upon terms OF conference.
Mr.. Strong Of Winchester, hoped the resolution
would be suffered to lay over for the present
Mr.. Barker Of Chautauque, asked If the Committee
on tho order Of business Was acting Committee Of
Conference with the other Conventions.
Mr.. Dsns-Tbey not, but they will submit a
plan Of proceedings.
Mr. Sscket withdrew his resolution.
Mr. Roberts Of Utica said the Convention had
reached an important point in the proceedings, when Il
became necessary discover whether they will or nos
ppite with the other Convention. lie was only viii
ling 10 unite a ticket that would mite men Of all
parties in its support. :,