The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-10-18
Conservative Union Convention.


The Conservative Union Convention, which assem-
bled in New Orleans, the 18th inst, nominated the
following candidates for State officers and Members of
Congress:
For Governor j. Madison Wells, o. Rapldes; for
lieutenant governor, j. G. Taaferro, of Catahoua
for secretary of State, T. J. Edwards, of Avoyees
for treasurer T. j. Michel for auditor Yalien Four
net for attorney general, George s. Lacey; for SUI
perfnendent of public education, Dr. c. Richardson,
Of Livingston.
For Members Of Congress-First district Judge E.
Able; second district, A. P. Field third district,
VIM. Mithof; fourth district, Dr. A. Dlherrer; fifth
district, Hon. John Ray Of Ouachita. The following
is the platform:
WAsrsas, The National Conservative Union party of
Louisiana (uow assembled in convention in accord
ance with Gov Wells proclamation Of electionl be-
lieyes that the opportune period has arrived when it
behooyes the good people Of this State 10 togeth
in spirit Of Cancellation, brotherhood and compro-
mise for the purpose Of resumng the relations severed
| by the secession ordinance Of 1861 and
Whereas, The National Conservative Union party of
Louisiana desires that State should resume as soon
possible, her relations with the national govern
ment and accept in good faith the result Of the war
oyerthrowing all the political theories which led to
/ it therefore, be it
R68oL5ed That the National Conservative Union par
ty OF Louisiana pledges itself support BY all means
in its power the union Of these States under the Con#
/ stitution Of the United States.
ReSoyged That this convention recognizes the result
of the issues, lately dividing the north md south
final and beyond appeal and that it proudly halls the
restoration OF federal authority the national do
main, as triumphant Tndication of our republican
| form Of government.
ResoJved, That the gratitude and admiration of the
country are em1nently due to president Andrew John
for the hmness, patriotism and oftyconservasm
which he has displayed III his administration Of nation
al affairs that regard his reconstruction policy
wise, clement and concliatory atl0Tdngthe people of
the south opportunity to show themselves prepared
to ill the part Of good and loyal citizens and that it
now becomes the duty of all, to avail themselves of
1t, as to give him no cause to regret his ma4anmity.
Reso5Ced That the allegiance Of every American cit
lzen is primarily due, under the constitution, to the
government of the United States, and that repudiate
the doctrine that any State dissolve her constu-
tional relations to the Union, except by successful
yolution.
RESOLVED That we hereby declare our nfexible OPP
position to the payment Of any debt liability
tracted or incurred by any civil military authority
in this State, in furtherance Of the wagel against
the authority and government of the United States
RsSot0ed, That we deem it just and proper that all
liabilities incurred by the government in theresora-
tion Of peace and national unity, should be promptly
and honorably liquidated by system of taxation uni
form in its provisions, and bearing equally upon all
parts of the country.
ssoEged That we cordially indorse the action of our
conservative friends in the northern States, their
manly opposition TO the spread of radical Opinins and
to the elevation Of the African upon footing polit-
ical equality with the white man.
ReSoL0cd, That we will maintain the right of suffrage,
as now established by the constitution of this State,
restricting the elective ranchiset the white one
ReSoJUs3, That we will favor the establishment If just
and equitable laws for the regulation Of labor aud the
fostering of the agricultural interests of this State
thorough and efficient evee system, and economical
administration Of the State government.
ResoUed, That we urgently advocate the speedyissu-
ing of general amnesty, and the repeal of the cuffs
cation law.
RssoLge9, That regarding, do, the Constitution
of the United States the palladium of our liberties
shall steadily oppose any and every attempt to
tracse any citizen either account Of his nativity or
his religious opinions.
ReSoJged That most cordially recommend to he
next legislature, the passage of general Law for he
relief Of those who have resided outside Of the lines Of
federal occupation in this State, and who have been
compelled to pay taxes to the officers claiming author
ity therein.
Rolced That earnestly appeal to all conservative
loyal citizens Of this State, who desire speedy restsr
alton of full rights in the Union of States to unite
with in the support of the candidates of the Nan
al Conservative Union party.