The tri-weekly standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1866-1868, 1867-11-14
REPUBLICAN, PLATFORM.
Resolutions adapted By the Republicans Of
North Carolina, at q Contention held in
r Raleigh, 27th March, 1867: 81 ,-.-...t

North Carolina, at -Cohoention held I'm
" Raleigh, 9th March, 1867: | 81 .-'-.t
Having assembled in the City of Raleigh on
the 9th of March, S67, in conformity with q
timely and patriotic CALL rejecting the sentiments
OF the loyal men of the State, and believing the
time is at hand when an open and fearless EXPIRES
sion OF sentiment, opinion, and purpose is ur
gently demanded; therefore sri - -.'f , lr-
L. ResOtCed, That in view of our present politi-
cat condition, our relations to the National Gov
ernmcntJ and the people oftall sections of the
country, we do this day with proud satisfaction
unturl the brilliant and glorious banner of THE
REPUBLICAN PARTY, and earnestly appeal to
every true and patriotic man in the State to rally
to its support. .'' .'
The splendid and patriotic record made by this
great political organization, in standing by the
general government with an intexible resolu-
ton, in carrying forward profound measures of
statemanship to Il successful issue, and the pow
erful and given by it in finally overthrowing
and prostrating the most gigantic rebellion of
| ancient modern times, should command the
respect and challenge the admiration of every
candid man. ..- .-.... ...
?. Resol0ed, That the American Congress emf
inently entitled to the profound thanks of the
whole country for its persevcring, persistent and
! heroic devotion to the great principles of human
rights us enHnclated in the Declaration OF lnde-
pendence that in the name of the patriotic people
| Of this State we feel warranted in cordially as
| senting to and accepting the reconstruction plan
( recently and finally adopted by that body, and
| to the end that peace and order may be pernla-
nently secured and every industrial pursuit re-
sunled and encouraged, we pledge ourselves to
use every fair and legitimate means to influence
public sentimentto the nearest possibleapproach
! to unanmity on this subject.
3. ReSOlUed, That rejoice that the dogma
long propagated, OF the right of peaceabl. seces-
| sion under the Constitution, has been forever
! overthrOwn by the majestic uprising OF the
| American people, in crushing out the late rebel
lion by force of arms; and that the doctrine that
the supremacy of the general government has
| been established, and that the paramount allegi-
, of the citizen has been acknowledge due
| to the United States.
| t. Resolaed, That we sincerely exult in the fact
| that as a nation We are now absolutely NATION
| OF FREEMEN and that the sun in all his course
| over our wide spread country no longer shines
upon the brow of a slave. Without reservation
we heartily endorse the great measures OF Civil
Rights and Impartial Enfranclise,neGt without
any property qualification, conferred without
distinction of color, and that we are ready to
unite in the early practical attainment OF these
inestimabie privileges. Although the mortal re-
mains of ABRAHAM LINCOLN now rest silently
beneath the soil of his adopted State, yet his
voice still rings like clarion through the land,
earnestly summoning every American citizen to
the support of the great Party OF Liberty and
Eniancpaton.
s. Rs,olgaa, That as the most potent and eff
cient means by which the South can speedily re-
ain her lost prosperity, earnestly advocated
the spreading of knowledge and education among
all men, and that to the attainment of this great
end, We demand and shall persstently and firmly
insist upon the absolute right OF free I'll cusslon
and free speech all subjects of public interest.
6. ResOtyed That we Join in an earnest wish for
the maintenance untarnished and uniimmed of
the public credit and plghted faith Of the nation.
e. ReS0lpe9 That in the maintenance OF the
position taken and the principles this day avow-
ed, we earnestly invite the influence and coop
eration of men of all political persuasions, who
regard and cordially support the recent action OF
Congress as a solution of our present political
difficulties; that we deprecate partizan violence
and desire peace and good will toward all men
I and if in an open and fearless effort, which we
| TN mako nm very occasion
pers uadc and convince the people that oar high
est duty and truest interest is to subserved by
maintaining the princlbies of the Republican Par
", All earnest interest should be awakened, 1t
will be from no other cause than rigid adhc-
rance to what We regard as sacred right and
solemn public duty.
PLATFORM AND RESOLUTIONS
! Adopted 6y the Republican State COngentiOn
aoAich assembled IN fuckers Hlslz Raleigh,
September 4, 1867.
| PLATFORM.
/ We, the delegates, representing the loyal peo-
| pie of North Carolina assembled in Convention,
! in the City OF Raleigh, on the 9TH day o. Septem
Der, 1867, for the purpose OF perfectinG and
strengthening he organization of the Republican,
! party in the State, and in order TO aid in the
great work of restoring, preserving and perpetu-
ating the Union, do
| fes0lye, That the Republican party in North
Carolina hereby affirm the principles enuncia
| ted in the Convention of true Republicans which
assembled in this City the 21th day of last
March, and does fully accept, adopt and sustain
the principles ofthe Republican party of the Uni
| ted States.
| RESOLUTIONS.
ResO7ved. That the Republican party of North
Carolina, on the subject of contiscatiOn and all
other matters appertainiug to Reconstruction,
will faithfully adhere to, and abide by, the Re-
construction plan and measures of Congress.
Re@0lOed, That this Convention of Republicans
of North-Carona, approaching the splendid
achiev gmeDtS OF Gen. Sheridan, of the armies of
the United States, and beholding with admiration
his Just and uniinchng administration OF affairs in
The 5th military district, thus publicly express
their hearty disapproval of his recent removal by
the President. -.... ..
Rexolgcd, That Gen. Candy, the District Com
mander, be respectfully requested to order an
election in this State at early day, and that he
also order the assembling of thc Constitutional
nGnt .... .,.... .. -r..... ......
IesOI0ed, That the Republican party of North
Carolina hereby pledges itself to the speedy
struction of the Central Railroad West to Duck
town.
" EE-it % PLAN OF ORGANIZATION.
E.-a, ARTICLE
l. An Executive Committee to consist of
sional district shall be appointed by the Presi-
dent of the Convention. Said Committee shall
have the general supervision of the affairs of the
Republican party of this State; it shall also have
tIe authority to iX the time for the annual meet
ing OF the Stat Convention, and to call said
State Convention together at such other times as
the good OF the party may require.
=. The three members of said Committee resi-
dent in each Congressional district shall consti
tute an Executive Committee for their respective