Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1868-05-29
The Chicago Convention.

The convention assembled on Thursday a
1870 A. NJ.
\ much larger crowd was present than tn
day before, one thousand extra tickets having
been issued
The Divine blessing was invoked by Rev
DIR. Gulliver, of Chicago.
Mr. Swift of Indiana moved the suspension
of rules 50 as to allow Gen. Grant to be made
which was cried down and withdrawn
Gen J. NJ Palmer, of Illinois, was called
up and addressed the convention, arguing the
duty of the Republican party to give practi-
cal effect to the doctrines established on the
battlefield. Several others were called on for
speeches but declined
At noon the committee reported a series Of
resolutions, of which the following Is the tele-
graphic abstract.
/ The first congratulates the country on the uni
yersal success of the Reconstruction policy Of
| Congress, as eyinced in the recent action Of
Southern States.
The second Is that equal suffrage at the South
is demanded and must be maintained. In loyal
States the question belongs to the people.
The third declares reputation a national
crime. The national honor requires the pay
ment Of Indebtedness to all creditors, according
to the letter and spirit Of the law.
The fourth states that taxation should be
cqualized and reduced rapidly.
The fifth states that the national debt should
he extnguished by redemption, and that it is the
duty Of Congress to reduce the rate Of interest
when il can.
The sixth states that capitalists should loan
money at lower rates Of interest while repudia-
ton Is threatened.
The seventh advises economy in national ex-
penditures.
The eighth deplores the death Of Lincoln, and
regrets Johnsons accession TO the Presidency,
and denounces johnson as having abused the exc
cutiye power, and having opposed reconstruction
in all ways. as having been justly impeached Of
high crimes and misiemeanors, Cgrestapplau
and properly pronounced guilty by thirty-fve
Senators Tgreat enthusiasm.
The ninth presents the European doctr inc of
once subject always subject, and urges pro-
lection OF the American citizen native or natural
lied, where ever he may be, and declares it the
duty Of government TO interfere in his behalf
The tenth eulcgises soldiers and seamen.
The eleventh IS for the encouragement Of for
eign emigration
The twelfth DECLARES sympathy with all op-
pressed people.
The report was unanimously accepted.
The Committee reported an additional resolu-
ton that this convention shall not dissolve but
shall convene after adjournment when called to-
gether by the National Committee which was
adopted.
Gen. Carl Schurz offered an additional reso-
L.. ,f,. ,ft
tiOn Of independence as the true foundation of
Democracy. Also, resolution commencing |
the magnanimty which received the reconstruct
Ell rebels back. Both were adopted.
General Logan arose and said In the name
of the loyal citizens soldiers, and sailors of this
great republic Of the United States Of America |
in the name of Loyalty, Of Liberty, of Humani-
ty, of Justice, and in the name of the National
Union Republican Party nominate as candidate
for the Chief Magistracy OF this nation Ulysses s
Grant
The states were then called, and each voted
for Grant. The vote Of Georgia was announced
by Gov. Brown, who said that the Georgia Re
publicans, many Of whom were the iginal
secessionsists, recognized the maxim, 'Enemies
in war in peace, friends" During the pro-
gress Of the call, each successive vote was re-
ceived with great enthusiasm. General Sickes,
arising to cast the New York vote, was received
with cheers.
The territories were represented by two each,
except Colorado, which was allowed six.
The chair announced that $50 votes had been
cast, and all for Gen. Grant
As the vote was announced, a new drop cur
tain in rear of the stage was uncovered, present.
ing a fine portrait Of Grant supported by Liber-
ty and above was the motto, match him
On motion three times three cheers were given
for the nominee.
The Convention joined in singing ''Rally
Round the Flag accompanied by the bands,
and the enthusiasm was indescribable.
On motion the President was authorized to
telegraph the nomination to Gen. Grant.
Mr.. Schofeld Of New York, moved to proceed
with the nomination for Vice President. A long
time was consumed in the nominations, ,as nearly
every State named or seconded a candidate.
Mr.. Hubbard of Western Va, finally called for
the VOTE and after General Sickles had spoken
for Gov Fenton the roll was ordered
The following were the ballots cast