The New York herald., 1862-07-16

inons detei minatoD then expressed, but svry-
thing to confirm them and VII after series sue
sses t the fe,Isral arms, in srrupted only by Few
Temporary reverses the casaiti uf var have reducu
recruits are needed 70 'in m up and Whereas the
occ1Iasaion Of the places essei by our army re-
quirss AZ additional torcs ana the President mas ca leu
fr tnoe hundred thouslnd and for these reasons
another meeting Of citizens has boen called and ID INV
assembled, IL Is thersupon
meeig q April 1861 hereby d. cclarng that every event
that has sice has served TO strengthen The
lion and The duty Of all loyal citizens 10 suppress II with
the strong hand and at all hazards. (Applauso)
Resolved That this war is wased on tho part Of the
loyal for Inc overthrow only Of the disoyh thas we
elk not to enforce any claims TO establish any privi
ege Boy nd those given us by Tho constitution OF our
IA hers; and our only aim and purpose have BEEN and
arc now 10 matain The supremacy OF that constitution,
over every loot soil where IL bore sway, with not
q line int fpolsted, or q line erased.
Rssoy d, That for the union Of the States, the
ntesry VI the country, and tho maintenance OF this
government without any condition or qua lcaton what
ever and we will stand by them and uphold h M under
or treasure. (Applausc.) 1885 eas
Resolved That whio we recognize and will sedulously
maintain tho ghts of oa state under The constitu
tion, We abhor and repndiatc the doctrno--fatal
national unity ard prolific o treason in the army and
navy aud among tho people-that al egance g due TO
the state, and not to The United States holding il AS
cardinal maxim, that to the United states collective
government, Is due tho primary allegiance OF all
people and that any State or of States.
which attempts to divert IT, by force otherwise, Is
our National Onion. E ts ~ rt +
Resolved, That we urge upon the government the
exercia Of Its utmost sk and ygor In the prosecution
OF this war unity of design rehensiy Of pan
uniform policy and the stringent Of all tho
within s reach consistent with the usages Of civilized
warfare.
Resolved, That We acknowledge but two divisions Of
the peopie Of the United States this crisis those who
loyal TO its constitution and inch OF its soil,
and are ready 10 make every sacrifice Tor tie Integrity or
the Union and the main Of civil liberty within IL,
aud those who openly coyery endaavor to sever our
country yield TO the nsolent demand OF It's
m That XA N vii
latter; and that forgetting all former party names and
distacons call upon all patriotic citizens TO rally
for one undivided country, one flag ono destiny Lond
appause.l M4xr
Resolved That tho government of the United Staes,
and It's people. with occasional exception among the
reckless inhabitants where this rebellion fostered,
have wisely and sudiousy avoided all inter with
theconccrns OF other nations asking and usually enjoy
Ing, like non Interference with their aud shat such
Is and should continue TO be, its policy that the inma
tons Of contemplated departure from this sound rule
OF conduct the of the nations of Europe by
an Intervention in present struggle, is as unjust
to them would be to and 70 the great principles
for which we are contending but we assure em with
u .olemnity OF conviction which admits OF distrust
fear and from knowledge of, and rm reliance upon
the spirit and fortitude OF twenty millions OF freemen
unparalleled in its force unconquerable in its per
sstcnce and fatal TO those whom is intended to aid
ard that 1t win tend only to strengthen and elevate tho
Resolved, That the Skill bravery and endurance
hibsd by our army and navy have e,icsd our admra-
tion and gratude that We behold Ia these Qualities tne
Of and speedy arms. and
Of and discontinue to the rebels; that urge the
to aid and strengthen them BY al the means
In its power and carefully provide for sick, wounded
aud disabled soldiers and their families to prosecute the
with increased vgor and energy, until the rebellion
borders restored and every rebel reduced submission
or driven from tho and and that to accomplish these
ends. we pledge 70 our rulers, our fah our fortunes,
and our lives. (ApplaHse continued.)
Resolved, That approve Of the administration OF
the President Of the United States and OF the measures
recommended and sanctioned by him for the prosecution
OF war the suppression Of tho rebellion and the vel
faro the country that sanction wise and expe
dent the call for three hundred Thousand troops,
and earnestly exhort countrymen 70 rally TO the
standard Of the Union and bear 1t aloft until It shall
float peace and security aud be everywhere respected
Resolved, That q general armament is required by
every consideration Of policy and safety, and the gov
putting the whole ssacoast IN state OF conplsts do
Resolved, That It be recommended "a, tho Common
Council Of the city Of New York TO oier bounty OF
twenty i've dollars to every resident of the city who
shall within thirty days enlist into any regiment now in
the field. loud applauss.) M
After the cheering which followed the reading Of these
resolutions had subsidsd the letters mentioned below
were offered and read
LETTER FROM PRESIDENT LINCOLN.
ExEoUTrvY MANSION, WASHINGTON, July II, 1862.
Msssrs. JAMES w. WHITE, RoBRRr II. McCuRDy, +. II.
wISsLow Committee.
several loyal and patriotic bodies in New York; to attend
mass msotng in that city, Tuesday the 18th inst.
s received While 10 would bJ agreeaDl0 10 me- 70
thus mset the friends Of tho country am sure could
add nothing to the purpose the wisdom with which
they will perform their duty and tho near adjournment
here Thanking you and them you represent for the in
ytation aAd the Kind terms In which you have commu.
pica,od IL, remain your obedient servant, ,,.,x.,
LETTER FROM COMMODORE FooTF.
NEW HAVEN, July IL 1902.
by pgAn srR-Ycur kind letter, as member OF The
Committee Invitations and Speakers at the most
ing to be held in Now York Tuesday nsS for the
poss Of melting deeper interest IN tho public mind
the prompt supply Of and means for crush
ing this strocious rebellion has been received deeply
regret that imperative OF duty TO the govern
mont as well AZ to myseif prevents my complying with
your invitation be present and address the citizens OF
the great metropolis on such moincntous occasion.
Still suffering from tho objects OF my wound received at
Fort Dcneson, although rapidly improving in health, my
physicians enjoned epon mo the necessity or repose
body tho present. essential in enabling
Ne owe II to honor nation, To our children and
postsry, to transmit To them II needs be with ouf
blood aud treasure, tho preservation OF The most ffeo
and beneicen government established upon earth
shall tho North, with her twenty millions and untold
resources pusanimously ysd 70 six millions Of misc
raps rebels ia arms? No. Death itself would be pro-
fora5e to mer who have any claim 10 manhood let
every citizen then rush the field furnish substi
enable the heroic and accomplished leader OF the
Army OF the Potomac, who is now awaiting reinforce.
mans only to erike tho haa blow IN crushing forever
this atrocous rebellion Lot the ladies' OF New York
tinus to give their support this glorious They
are all potent in persuasive influence but IN instance
where this falls let them decline aud spurn the alton
ticns OF all young men who remain AZ hes wnon tie,
might be in tho fight vindcang the honor OF IL Z
until these yoing men shall present themselves a
having done their part tho battle field towards trans
hitting the rich legacy oil such governments as the In
dentable courage Of the fathers OF our republic hav
beGeahed to their children Lot tho North but apprs
cass The crisis ard trusting In the God Of battles,
will hurl defiance ut all enemies Internal and external
ANDREW II. FoorE.
LETTER OF GENERAL sIGEL.
WASHINGTON July 15 1882.
aaGensral Sige regrets that the duties Of the cam
prscudcs the possibility OF his addressing the mestin
or 10y al citizens this evening He trusts however, ha
his actions will speak louder than his words, and ha
they will embody in the substantial form OF results tn
expression OF loyal and patriotic sentiments which vii
be uttered this evening, and which no doubts not vii
fnd hearty response from the heart n every nativ
and adopted citizen OF all shades OF political opinion
Ee tskos this opportunity to TO the govsrnmen
prosr Of his life and his energies 10 seppress th
unhoy rebellion and TO sustain the best th
worldahas known for whose principles he has eve
boon willing and ready TO sacrifice his life Very re
| spectfuiy, GEORGE @. LYON, Ah.dsCamp