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Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-09-01
st. Joseph County Convention.

The Democracy of this county met in conven-
ton, on August 10Th, to nominate candidates for
county officers. The following resolutions were
adopted
ResoIUed That will sustain the President in
an energetic and constitutional prosecution of this
war for the putting down of the rebellion and
that we approve of his position in refusing to arm
the negroes
ReSOLUed, That we believe it our duty TO ad-
here to the time hOnored principles of the Demo
together with all good loyal and conservative
men, for the restoration of harmony and the per-
petuity of this government.
RESOLVED That we approve of and endorse the
Crittenden resolutions adopted by the conserva-
tive members of Congress on the 2Sth day of
June, 1862.
ReSOlUed, That we proud of the bravery
and valor of our Indiana volunteers in the field,
and of the noble response of this Ninth Con-
gressional District to the Presidents call for re-
cruits
The convention then nominated as candidates /:
for Representative, Samuel NJ Chord; Treasurer,
David Slower: Sheriff, John Shank; Commits
sioner, Robert Cook; Surveyor, John Hooper;
Coroner, John Trainor.
Mr. Slower acknowledged the honor in few
remarks; promising, if elected. to give Onehalf
of the net proceeds of the office to the county, to
be applied on the war expenses-his proposition
to hold good for the two years for which he may
be elected.
Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-09-01

negro race was there ever other than now, race
of bsrbarians. There is no alienation of civil
ization and barbarism in the history of Africa. 1t
is one long, barbaric stagnatiOn-
We do not pause 10 argue from all this an in
feriority OF race We state the great truths of
history, and leave Others to form on these facts
such theories as they may.
But out of it we propose to derive lesson of
good for the black man. He has had in Africa
for thousands of years every opportunity which
the white race has possessed, but he has failed to
improve them. 1t may be that the wisdom of
God designed the system of American slavery to
bring millions of blacks into contact for some
generations with the white, and thus introduce
new elements into their character. The laws of
Nature which are the laws of God, show that
anna gamatiOn with the white rsrce is impossible.
Ii is apparently not intended that the two races
should ever become one again. But it is our
duty to try the experiment faithfully of giving
this portion of the race, thus civilized and in a
measure refined. the opportunity OF attempting
now, in some country, the experiment of indie
pendent civilization If out of colonization
plan like that of Mr. Lincoln should grow a civ
ilized and refined nation, which in turn would ex-
tend its influences back into Africa. or which in
course of time would invite the Africans TO join
it, while the white race takes possession of that
country and brings its vast resources into the
NOTlu ; USES, Iutt u NOulu Dt dppdItub W lubuTc
generations of men that American slavery was
not after all so dark a spot in history some
disposed now to regard it. Let no man say it is
too great thought to be realized. We are all
working out the grand designs of God. Our
time on earth is brief, and we may well call our
powers small But great changes in the destiny
of the human race proceed from small begin
nings. We shall not live to see the effects of
what we do On earth. The enthusiasm of the
Genoese sailor gave America to the world, and
changed the future of hundreds of millions of
men. We ought now to work as if we were work
ing for the ages to come, and not for the few
years that shall see the result of our labors.
Our footsteps on the earth echo through centu
ries of human existence, our voices will ripple
the waves of air among the remotest generations
of men. Let us not despair of great results from
good works we'll begun in our time-N. Y. Jour.
Commerce
Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-09-01
NO knowledge of Parties.

am not to dictate course for Others to pur-
sue in this crisis. But must say for myself that
neither as public officer, nor as a citizen, can
know with favor or dIsfavor parties among the
supporters of the United States, any more than
can make a distinction between factions which
unite in aiding the rebellion.
So discourses Mr.. Secretary SEWARD. Who
but political opponents have been arrested by
him, while his political friends, for similar of
lenses, pass unrebuked? Who but its political
friends receive civil appointments under this Ad-
ministration? We do not complain OF this, be
cause it is IA received rule of action that "to the
victors belong the spOils;" but We do complain OF
these professions of no partyism when only par
tisans are appointed to office.
The same facts will apply in this State. Our
Governor reiterates in every speech that he has
10 knowledge of parties. But what evidence o
his sincerity ? In the selection of commissioners
to enroll the militia was there a single Democrat
named And so Of all his civil appointments.
1t is high time that these hypocritical professions
of no partyism should cease, for they are too
glaringly false to deceive the most simple. In
legislation or appointments, no administration or
party in power was ever more thoroughly par.
Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-09-01
Dubots Couptx.

The Democracy of Dubois held their county
tons we're adopted
WHEREAS, The Democracy of Dubois county
are, as they always hav, been, in favor of the
Union as II was, the Constitution as it is, and be-
lieve that the destruction of both is now threat
ened by equally dangerous foes-the Secession
lists and Observation-Disclosures,
RESOLVED /. That we are in favor of a more
vigorous prosecution of the war for the suppress
sion OF this wicked rebellion, and for this purpose
will support the President in all constitutional
measures, but we believe the Constitution confers
ample powers for all emergencies.
2. That we are in favor of the c0nfscatIon of
rebels. but are opposed to abolitionism, whether
it presents itself in the form of cOn6scation
law, or of buying the slaves and liberating them
3. That we protest in the name of humanity,
against the present policy of the Government, in
taxing the people TO feed fugitive slaves in idle.
ness while our brave volunteers and their fami-
lies are crying for bread
4. That we endorse the course in Congress OF
our Representative, Hon. John Law, and will Use
all honorable means to secure mis- reelection.
B. That we heartily indorse the platform
adopted by the 9Th of January and 30th of July
Conventions, and will work for the success OF the
Democratic State ticket.
b. That the course of Hon. Jesse ID. Bright
in recommending a traitorous relative of Abra-
ham Lincoln to the rebel government is strongly
condemned by Us, and that our Representative
and Senator are instructed to vote for no man
for United States Senator who sympathIzes with
him.
Z. That the Republicans in Congress, by re-
fusing TO punish members of their party who
have been convicted of gross frauds on the Gov
eminent, have stamped their party as corrupt
and unworthy of being trusted.
5. That we hereby ten err to the soldiers oil
this country, who have sacrificed the comforts
and quiet OF home and gone forth to imperi
their health and lives upon the battle field for the
sake of the Constitution and the Union, our ear.
nest and heartfelt sympathes, and hereby
pledge ourselves to render all the aid in oui
power for the comfort OF them and their families
Unanimously adopted.
l. 9. That our Senator and Representative in
the Legislature are hereby instructed to vote foI
no man for United States Senator who is in favor
of the General Government liberatng the slaves
or encouraging their liberation, by any means
whatever
JOHN B. LEMoND was nominated for Repre-
sentative; JOHN WEIKEL, for Sheriff; and r. NJ
DAVIS, for Commissioner.
Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-09-01
Starke County and Representative
Convention

The Democracy of Starke County met in con-
ventiOn at Knox on Saturday, August 10.
The following County ticket was nominated
all the present incumbents:
For Sherifl'-Matt. Hepner.
For Surveyor-JOhn p. Kelly.
Fer COmmssoner-Ef Brown.
A resolution was unanimously adopted indoors
ing tine resolutions of the Sth of January Con
ventiOn. OF the Both of July Convention, and of
the Congressional Convention at W innemac.
The business of the County Convention hav-
Ing been transacted it was adjourned, when a
Representative Mass Convention, composed of
the Democracy of Starke and Marshall counties
was at once organized by selecting the same
Chairman and Secretary, who had Officiated at
the convention just adjourned.
NJ. A o. Packard ESQ, was then unanimously
nominated, by reclamation, for re election to the
office of Representative in the State Legislature,
for the district composed of the counties of
Starke and Marshall.
The best of feeling and enthusiasm prevailed,
and every one felt that sit good to be there.
Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-09-01
FOUNTAIN county convention.

On last Saturday. the 23d inst, the largest and
most enthusiastic Convention ever held in the
Wabash Valley held at Covington, to nomi-
nate candidates for the different county offices.
The solid men of the country were there, in their
might, with their wives and daughters, to the
number of at least 10000 The large and beau
tiful grounds of the Agricultural Society was a
solid mass of living people, ali intent on nomi-
mating good ticket, and hearing the speakers.
The best order prevailed, and the earnestness Of
the mass evinced a determination to do their part
at the approaching election in the settlement OF
our national difficulties at the ballot-bOx.
The meeting organized by electing Joseph
Ristine as President, and J. II. Spence and
J. G. Hole as Secretaries.
The following ticket then nominated:
For presentative-Soomon Het6eld.
For Treasurer-James W King.
For Clerk-W. d. Kerr.
For Sheriff-WillIam Trulinger.
For COmmiSsiODer-GeOrge Ridge.
For Coroner-Robert H. Lands.
For Surveyor-G. W. Glover.
Mr.. T. F. Davidson, from the committee on
resolutions, reported the following, which were
adopted by reclamation.
RsSOtUed l. That we indorse the resolutions
adopted by the Democratic Conventions held at
indianapolis on the 9Th of January and 30th of
July, as a sufficient rule for our political action.
2. That every Democrat of this county be APP
pointed delegate to the Convention to be called
for the purpose of nominating a candidate for
Congress for this the 9Th Congressional District.
3. That we tender our heartfelt thanks to our
gallant troops, and that the noble conduct of the
Indiana soldiers. on every battle field, where vic
tory has perched upon the national banner, has
filled the people of this county with the highest
gratitude to her gallant sons and that We send
our best wishes to the many noble sons of "Old
Fountain, who, in common with the gallant
troops from other parts of the State have brayey
entered the contest for the maintenance of the
Constitution and the Union.
After the adoption of the above resolutions,
the following was presented by James W. King,
and unanimously adopted:
4. That we recommend T. W. Davidson of
COvington, to our sister counties of the 9Th judi
cial circuit, fit and proper candidate for the
office OF prosecuting attorney for said district.
The business of the meeting being over, Hon.
I. a Hendricks made a speech of an hour and
a half, that was listened to with the greatest in
terest by all that could crowd within hearing dis
lance of the stand He discussed all the great
interests now before the country, in his usual
happy style, and it had happy effect upon his
hearers.
After Mr. Hendricks concluded, Judge Petit
made "A speech of over an hour, when the crowd
dispersed in good order, feeling that it was good
for them to be there.
Fountain county is full of whole souled,
open hearted men, that are Democrats through
and through, and beautiful Democratic women.
Fountain will make good return ut the APP
preaching election.
Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-09-01
The Latest from Kentucky and Fen.

In yesterd ,y's issue stated that n ! rye force
of rebels were meuacing Cumberland Gap on the
south side, threatening Gen. q. W Morgans d.
vision with battle for the possession of the Gap.
The number of the enemy is computed to be
Is 900, in command of Generals FlO,d and Kirby
Smith, while at Chattanooga there is a reserve of
80 900. rnder General Bragg, TO hold in check
General Buell., who is marching up with his entire
division to confront General Bragg, who is be-
lieved to be moving toward Kentucky or for
Nashville Buell. and his army passed through
Decherd. forty miles north west of Chattanooga.
on Saturday, aud Monday within ten
miles of the enemy. As communication with
Nashville is cut off by railroad and the river and
the troops around Nashville are snbsis ting half
ratiOns. the transporIa ion of supplies to Buel'S
forces will cause considerable anxiety, as hitherto
they were forwarded Uia Memphis.
The indications are that all immediate engage
ment will take place between Buell. and Bragg
and the forces on the other side of the Gap. and
Gen. g. w. Morgan. SCOTS army in front of
the Gap is being reinforced but Gen. Wright,
who is IN Frankfort controlling in person all Fed
eral movements, will undoubtedly. through Gen
Nelson. drive Scott out of the State, and open up
the road between Lexington and the Gap. Many
DAYS can not elapse without formidable retreat
of the enemy from Kentucky and East Tennes
see or a terrible battle. The latter is confidently
expected, and with a success to our arms that al
WAYS follows engagements in which the Western
troops are participants, stirring intelligence from
those quarters may be looked for during the
present week Cincinnati Enquirer.
Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-09-01
Hendricks County Democratic Con-
VentiOn.
DANvILLE, Hendricks Co.. Ind. \
Aug. %. 1862.

Aug. %, 1862
The Democratic Convention met at Court
house, and organized by electng Judge Marvin
as President, Doyle as Vice President j. II.
Pierson as Secretary, and VIM. G. Nelson as
Assistant Secretary
The meeting then addressed by Judge
Marvin The Democracy, he said had always
been accused of being Seressionists, but it was
false. He had always acted with the Wing party,
but, since the death OF Clay, had acted with the
Democratic party.
Who are the traitors Not the Democrats
He did not seek the present position, but was not
afraid to meet the responsibility. We have the
right, under the Constitution, TO meet and discuss
all proper questions. Secession originated with
the South. Calhoun said, that when the General
Government trampled on the rights of a State
the State had right to secede-Or the right of
revolution. The present rebellion is not in ac-
cordance with CalhOun's views, but are hellish
/ views.
| He had found no Democrat who was willing
to rise up in rebellion against the Government
We are fighting for the Constitution and Laws
of the land.
While the committee were out, the Convention
was ably and periodically addressed by Hon. JOS
L. Mcdonald and Mr.. Conduit.
The Committee appointed to select candidates,
reported "a follows:
For Observation-Disclosures Reed
For Treasurer. W Parker, of Brown.
! For RecOrder-Henry Marvin, of Center.
For Sherif-Nathanel Sellers, Of Marion
For COMMISSIONER. II. Pierson, of Wash
ingtOn.
For Coroner-Lndley Jeffres, Of Center.
On motion of A. White, that a delegation be
appointed, in conjunction with Boone county, Tor
the purpose of selecting joint Representative to
represent Hendricks and Boone in the State Leg
islature.
| Committee meet at jamestown, Boone county,
on Saturday, September H.
| Delegation to consist of the following persons
Asa White, Brown township; James McCain,
Washington; Moses Cavit, Centre; James Site,
Middle; John Welchan, Clay; Jos. Walters,
Eel River; Andy Scott, Liberty; WIN. Gasket,
Marion; S. r. Wilson, Guilford; VIM. Robert
son. Franklin.
RESOLVED, That we heartily iadorse the princi-
piles aud resolutions adopted by the Democratic
Mass Convention, held at Indianapolis on the
Both Of July.
Resolped, That we give our undivided support
to the nominees of the 9Th of January Conven
ton. and the candidates now selected to fill the
different county Offices
On motion of A White, the proceedings were
ordered to be published in State Sentinel.
On motion, the Convention adjourned.
H. II. MARVIN. Prest.
W. @. NELSON, Sec'y.
Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-09-01

sB- HORACE GREELEY, in his audacious and
President to task because be did not, in his inau-
gural address, threaten the rebellion with negro
emancipation. The GOODNESS of this censure will
be in some sort appreciated; when it is called to
mind, that, only little more than a month be-
fore the Presidents Inaugural address was deliv-
cred, Ma. HORACE GREELEY delivered himself,
through the columns of the New York Tribune,
thus
" If the Cotton States shall become satisfied
that they can do better out of the Union than in
it, we insist on letting them 90 in peace. The
right to secede may be revolutionary one, but it
exists, nevertheless We must ever
resist the right of any State to remain in the
Union and nulfy defy the laws thereof. To
withdraw from the Union quite another matter,
and whenever a considerable section of our Union
shall deliberately resolve to go out, we shall re-
sist all coercve measures designed keep it in.
We hope never to live in Republic whereof Ole
section is pinned to another by bayonets."
Had the President followed Mr.. Horace
Greeley's advice at the time, not threat of ne
gro emancipation, but something like the forego-
ing secessiOuism would have animated the inau-
gural address. Horace Greeley, like Wendell
Phillips, from le43 to 1861, was disunonist."
They and their associates had, during these
eighteen years, cOnSpired with British abolition
lists to break up the Union. 1t was their de
sign to break it up peiceaby, and it was not I'M
til the war which theS had done much to pro-
duce, was begun, that the Union became tOler-
able to them Ii became tolerabe to them be
cause they thought theys in the in
strumentaiity for the destruction of slavery.
Their assaults upon the President are because he
has refused TO convert the war into such an in
strumentality Times.
Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1862-09-01
DFaffin y.


We hope drafting will not be commenced by
the Government. in this State. without real ne
cessity As at present advised, Indiana has abcut
made up her quota of the tlcO calls for 800, 900
men each. and will probably have surplus to
spare. Her share would be in the neighborhood
of forty thousand in all. and that number must
be quite or nearly in the field and in camp, under
the late levies.
If other States should be backward in sending
troops into the field, it must be seen to that Indi
ana does not have to make up that deficiency, or
take more blrthens on her than what rightfully
belongs to her. We hope to see her do all that
fairness AID duty requires of her people, but we
should regret if the State authorities subject her
to any burdens not properly her own. Let all
the States furnish their quota by volunteering,
and in default of that, let the draft be applied to
the delinquent States, and to no others. Indiana,
Illinois and Ohio are, we hope, nearly out of the
ring where delinquent States do congregate. We
feel quite confident that Indiana occupies this
position. If she does not, all this goes for no.
thing.
Indiana is an agricultural State, and has vast
interests in the productions of the SOIL Many
sections of the country already nearly stripped
of farm labor, and seeding time is now upon us.
If the manufacturing States run short of volun-
teers let the spindles stop and the shops close,
and put the draft in motion upon them. 1t is
better to stop the spndles and loom than the
pillow and the harrow. At any rate, give them
all fair chance, and let them 60 stop, just as
each State fills up her quota. 1t is all that fair
ness requires, and this must be looked to. We
trust the State authorities are awake to this
subject