Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1862-05-15

Rsy> In publishing the proceedings Of the
Republican County Convention, las week. through mis-
take the four last resolutions omitted In order to
have them all together reproduce those published
last week.
ResoiUsd That we approve the course pursued by
President Lincoln in the administration OF the Govern
meut Of these United States during the dark and stormy
period which has Ella aed since his Inauguration that in
his whole policy, whether foreign domestic, believe
his measures have been wise, judcious and patriotic
such have tended TO the preservation Of the Union,
and the success arms in the in which are
engaged Since the adoption of our National Consttu-
tiou there have been twelve months fraught with
danger 81 pregnant with peril to Republican instu
lions as the last, and to living statesman are so
much iHOe1ed Tor their preservation and vitality, as TO
Abraham Lincoln.
Re.oued, That in the history Of the human race we
have no record Of causeless, wicked. afro
cious As the one we are aging with the Southern
States o this onion and that history presents none
which have involved principles Of greater magnitude
Is simply question of self goyernment-of govern
ment by the people-of a Republican-of democratic
government. Shall najorities rule in this enlightened
age shall mnorites with despotsm for their corner
stone bear sway! Are the American people Tree peo-
pie shall they hew wood draw water fol astocrat
ic task masters. Are they mudsils or men!
Rsored That in the preservation of the Union
the preservation Of beloved country the South as
well the Norti-the East well the West BY set
teGeut By language by blood, by legislation, by com
pers aud dangers and sacrifices and interests we
are one people. Let Us be one by destiny. The East
the West, the North, the South, made for each
otcr United, their mission is Freedom, Prosperity
Peace but discovered and begerant they waits aud
Uastards in the brotherhood ot nations.
Res0U,d, That pledge support to the Govern
mcut IN this crisis conceivng ii to be imperative
duty to render il such aid lies in power aud what
may have been heretofore. party predictions,
We believe tha no greater Obligation can noe rest upon
than TO 10 heart and hand with those who, at home
in the pursuit o private ie and abroad upon the battle
Held U their country devotiug all their energies TO
sreu2t the administration aud uphold the constitu-
tiOn and laws.
Re +ofUcd. That entirely approve the message of
President Lincoln proposing pecluary aid to such slave
holders and States will emancpate their slaves,
and that pledge ourselves to the adoption of this pol
icy as TAR as the same may be practicable.
Resoived That approve the acti of Congress and
that also OF the President upon the bill emancpating the
slaves in the District OF Columbia.
Rsso'red That having armedi and equipped more
than six hundred thousand soldiers for the field to de-
tend cur right, viii insist that the peace shall
conquer shall be based upon indemnity for the past
and security tor the future :: that we viii accept no
hollow truce a settlement that we will consent to no
shealhing the sword cessation of the conflict until
armed rebellion shall be aectudlly put down, and the
authority OF the Constitution and Laws, established in
their full force and rgor-uni the government can be
administered 10 every human being who is its subject
upon tn universal principle Of Liberty.
Resoued That in belief slavery is the real cause
OF this war, and that the nation cannot retire from the
contest with honor and saeiy until some system is in
augurated for its ultimate extinction.
Reso1ped That the Patriots and Soldiers under arms
in the defence Of the country have in all times and un
der all circumstances possible proved themselves brave
patriotic and self sacricingin the good they have
risked their lives TO defend that hail them heroes
and sayiOrs OF the nation, and extend to those, who,
walmest altitude
Resoued That we cordially and heartily approve of
our State Administration and recognize in Governor
CURTIN, true patriot.