New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1866-01-17

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ha Union army even more Intelligent more worthy
md better citizens than when they left their homes
The workshop the farm, and oil the departments Of
abor now witness their willing efforts TO provide for
themselves and promote tho public veal
At the last session Of the Legislature joint resolutions
passed authorizing the purchase OF site and tue
Disabled Soldiers" The Commissioners appointed
under the resolutions report that they have selected
SITE with buildings already erected well adapted 70 tno
OF the proposed institution and that they are
negotiating for the purchase and possession OF the
premises. Therefore earnestly recommend the passage
Of law making suitable provisions ~ reiatoI
liberal policy should be observed toward those VINO
have become disabled in their cOuntrys service Iney
are entitled to our consideration and humanity ustce
and the honor Of the State require st they 'n'u'' 10
tendcrly cared for during their disability.
To those returned soldiers who are able ana 1lnk
to resume their usual industrial avOcatons. deem
to be the duty Of the state ana OF needed
assistance. They ask for labor go that they may pro-
vide for and e5 Sa1e
THE TAX LAWS.
The "a laws should be revised and amended. as to
reach all property, and secure as iar a. possible an
Inhabitants of the State in just proportion to the value
of their property. And permit me to say THIS import
ant part Of your duties should receive your attention
.: early period in your session as you can nna con-
TIE PUBLIC PATH.
In order 10 obtain money to prosecute the wei iof
the Union it found necessary by the authorizes OF
the State and by the General Government, to issue
bonds with the condition that they should DC nee Iro
taxation. The loyal men and women Of the country,
with true patriotism advanced the required sums upon
the terms mentioned in the laws authorizing the loans
This indebtedness principal aud interest. should DO
paid in exact accordance with the agreement upon
which was borrowed TO do less would be to put tho
seal of infamy upon US as people, and would think
Justly blast the reputation Of all who should consent to
it, Nay the day never comeOand believe Il never
will-when any contract obligation Of the Nationsi
or State Government shall be repudated or ial 70 Dc
promptly and hOnorably fulfilled should design,ng
men arise, protesting good Will toward tne people IA
in fact seeking personal ends, advocating tne VICE.
and dsgraceful doctrine Of reputation let sncn %
regarded as enemies Of the State, and as unworthy OF
confidence Men seeking to array one porsSa
and perhaps always WILL but they are nevertneiees
denagogues, and should bs treated as such.
varied oo1or,yn 10 20 al saon.es between different
classes Of men are alike needless and wrong. Every
station Of life has ito sphere Of duties and usefulness;
and there Is mutual dependence existing between al
classes OF men, The labor Of the husbandman the en-
tsrprse and skill Of the mechanic and artizan tho pod
ding industry Of the aborer all contribute 10 tne com
fort and well being Of society-whe the capitalist mo
merchant, and the professional man are necessary 70
promote the thrift, harmony and completeness OF mo
WHOLE 49,.
It's geographical position. the healthfuness OF lis elm
ate the adaptabty of it's soil to agricultural pursuits
a remuneratve market reached by convenient trans
portatiop both natural aud artificial Its mineral weah
all dey clipped by the intelligence and industry Of o
people must secure Of prosperity unsurpassed
by any other State.
One of the mos: important and interesting subjects
which can claim the attention Of the Legislature Is the
education Of the youth Of the State TO place pacnc
instruction within the reach OF every child SO nat tne
intellect NAV be developed and the heart calfivate0
that useful knowledge and virtue may be
generally in society is our highest duty. The ind-
ydua is thus rendered more happy and respeesao'e;
is thus the rising generation viii be quallfed foT an m
teigont performance Of the active duties OF ne ana
prepared meet and exercise their political rights ana
obligations. -
PURITY OF ELECTIONS.
To maintain the purity OF the ballot box 70 secure
the elective franchise to those only VINO are ;s
10 ourselves and to postery that we snou9 guaru Win
Jealous care this Distinguishing feature Of our repuo
san system Upon an honest and .esea. ets 81 sc
liberties aud their transmission to succeeding genera
tons In Of the great Importance OF this subject
would favor such amendments TO our eiection laws
will protect the constitutional rights Of every citizen
by throwing such guards around the balotbox as VIII
tend prevent illegal voting and SECURE fair and
honest expression of the will Of the people,
! HE FISASCEs-BcoN0Ny.
No detailed statement Of the finances Of the State or
more specific reference TO subjects that will engage
your attention will be expected Of me on the present
Occasion The amount and particulars Of the State
debt have been presented BY my predecessor In once
In his recent Annual Message IL need hardly DO said
the especial duty Of the Legislature and every officer Of
the State aim with conscientious endeavors at the
utmost practical economy the conduct OF the business
Of the State that the burdens OF taxation necessary
large may receive no avodabe increase
| APPOINTMENTS.
Among the duties which will devoye upon the Il
ecutiye s the appointment OF various oHlcers IN inc
several departments of the State Government In as
charging these delicate and responsible duties snsu
have regard the ability fitness and integrity Of can
ddstcs and so consistent with this determine
ton to their fair distribution in the different sections
OF the State. Should my action not accord with the
views OF others and sometimes dissppopt the expeca
tons of friends. trust that those who differ rom me
will do me the Justice to believe that though may err
in Judgment Ihsye had in view only the best interest
Of the State.
In reference 70 National affairs, have full faith in
the ability patriotism and fidelity Of Andrew johnson
the Presdent Of the United States. feel confident
that through his action and that OF Congress we shan
soon have u reconstructed Union, In which the natural
rights of all men will be fully guaranteed. trust thai
YOU will manifest all occasions your confidence IN
the Executive and Congress- and sustain and strengthen
those Who with then arc charged with the aamlnic
| tra,ion OF the National Government
CONCLUSION.
Permit me- in conclusion. 10 express the confidence
feel that in dschar gng the important duties committed
10 YOU as members of the Legislature purity and wiz
dom will govern and distinguish all your acts Fol-
nv SELF Justly estimating the importance and difficulties
Of the dutics which await me in the station to which
have been called crave your generous cooperation.
pledging my part cheerful concurrence tn all meas
which shall tend 70 promote and perpetuae the
honor and prosperity of Nsw-Jersey.
The address was frequently and warmly applaudcd
By the asscmblagc.
Benediction was then pronounced by the Rev. Dr..
Hail. and the Governor after exchanging ciytes with
large number OF persous present took his position
upon platform in front OF the Capitol. when the MIL
ary passed in review which terminated the ceremonies
Of the day.
Mr.. Jnmea's Lecture On Carlyle.