Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1862-05-09

whatever party name. "Freedom and unity"
is the watohword Of Vermont the suprema-
cy of tho Constitution Of the United States
and respect for all its provisions and guaran-
ties, are equa ly dear to us "freedom Of
speech and Of the press, in every State and
every section of the common Union" is unit
edly claimed Shall we not then come up
unitedly to the work Of maintaining the I'm
ion and the Government, adopting the wise
and patriotic example Of New York.
In this State last year union was affected,
though not acquiesced IN by few. We wero
not disposed at first to favor the move, but
after it was made we adhered to the principles
on which it was brought about, and the Sc
quel has proved it wise and patriotic. But
the contest then pending has become iutensi-
fed, and the country is still cast upon un-
friendly pillows, requiring the greatest wis
dom and the combined energies Of loyal men
Of all parties to bring the ship of state to a
safe harbor. We advise then a more perfect
union even than that inaugurated in the last
election, one on which all parties can unite
in their efforts to sustain the Union and the
Constitution.
tVr The Republicans and Union Democrats
Of New York, in forming a union for "harmo-
ny in political action, and unity Of political
counsels, adopted the following resolutions,
which are broad enough to embrace men OF
all parties, and narrow enough for any but
those who entirely ignore the restraints of the
Constitution:
Rcsoired That the present rebellion had its origin in
h determination of southern politicians TO control by
political strategy by force the policy, foreign and do
mesticof the GeuetM Government and that they found
their preext resort to arms in the election OF Aora-
ham Lincoln TO he President of the United Srates which
demonstrated their permanent aud hopeless defeat far
as legitimate and peaceful measures are concerned.
Resoired That we recognize as an inpertir duty that
oil patriots aud friends Of their country should cheefy
aud cordially cooperate with each other ia rayng TO the
support Of the Government, and in rendering such aid
aud assistance TO the Administration may be in their
power and that we pledge our support % the Govern
meutiu whatever lawful measures Of punishment
preston IL may hud necessary 20 apply 70 persons ar
ray ed, property employed, n rebellion against the
Government o the end thc rebellion may be put down,
and the Constitution may be vndicatod, and that the war
in which are engaged may be brought to an honora-
Bile speedy aud successful issue.
Res0ired That while earnestly desire early and
honorable adjustment Of our national diff cultes that
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which shall give present peace At the expense Of the
future safety honor Of the uAtioni and that will
consent 10 sheathng Of the sword cessation Of
conflict until armed rebellion shall be etiectuay put
down and the authority Of the Government and the Com
stuton, in their full force and vigor be fully reestab
hshed in every State aud Territory Of the Union and
that unateraby opposed 20 any division Of the
Union, % any permanent suspension Of the local
ereignty Of the several States which compose it,
hcsO.rcd, That approve OF the action OF the Con-
gres VI the United States ia initiating the abolition Of
slavery in the District OF Columbia and Of the message
Of the President 70 the National Congress, Offering pc
cunary and to such Of the slave States will emaucipae
their slaves; and We pledge ourselves to the adoption OF
this policy 50 far a. the same may be practicable
Res0lced That regard the administration of Presi-
dent Lincoln, in It's conduct Of the tus rebellion
i'm its intercourse with foreign powes-aud in its gem
cra supervsions % the domestic Affairs Ofhe country,
having been characterized by eminent ability, patriotism
and success that IL has met the unprecedented difficult
ties IL has had 20 encounter with hrmuess and prudence
and that is entitled 90 the support and confidence Of all
loyal people Of the United States without distinction Of
party.
Reolccd. That we cannot too severely condemn that
spirit, denounce those who have sought OF who
seek, TO make personal profit from the necessities OF
the Government, who have avaed themselves oi its
wants and caames and Of their opportunities official
position 10 pundor its property abuse its trusts and
% the end that pecuaOn corruption and dishonesty may
be banshed from each and every deparm Of tho Gov
crument pledge ourselves that in the appon
and election Of all agents and officers, civil military
State National will recognize but test Of merit
qualifications among loyal men, aud that shall be the
yeiersonian requste--"ls he capable Is he honest
Is he faithful 20 the Constitution :"
Resolued, That the present and expenditures OF
the Government emphaucAly call for the most rigid aud
scrupuous honesty and economy in the administration
Of its affairs Officers and agents should he held 20 the
strctest Accountability aud all dishonesty extravaganza
and fraud should be summariy aud steruly punishcd
since in other way the heavy burdens which
threaten the people be aue'iated or averted