The Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1868-1895, 1880-07-14

restriction too much likes an invasion TO be
looked upon without soliciJude. We can not
TO be introduced among us under the gulse OF
immigration. Recognizing the gravity of
this subject, the present administration, sup
ported by Congress, has sent TO China Conn.,
mission OF distinguished citizens for the Dur
pose OF securing such modification of the
existing treaty as will prevent the evils likely
to arise from the present situation. II is con-
fdently believed that these diplomatic nego-
tiations will be successful, without the loss of
powers, which promises a great increase of
reciprocal trade and the enlargement OF our
markets. Should these efforts fail, it Will
evils already felt, and prevent their increase
by such restrictions as, without violence or
Injustice, will place upon sure foundation
the peace OF our communities, and the free
dom and dignity of labor.
The appointment OF citizens to the various
executive and judicial offices of the Govern
ment. is perhaps the most difficult of all the
duties which the Constitution has imposed
upon the Executive. The Convention wisely
demands that Congress shall cooperate with
civil service on a better basis. Experience has
proved that with our frequent changes OF ad-
mlnlstrati9n, no system OF reform can be
made effective and permanent without the
aid OF legislation. Appointments to the mill
tary and naval service are so regulated by law
and custom eS 10 leave but little ground OF
complaint. II may not be wise to make simt.
lar regulation by law for the civil service, but
without invading the authority or necessary
discretion of the Executive, Congress should
devise a method that will determine the ten
ure of Office, and greatly reduce the uncer-
tainty which makes that service so uncertain
and unsatisfactory. Without deprivtng any
officer OF his rights as a citizen, the Govern
ment should require him to discharge all his
Official duties with intelligence, efficiency and
faithfulness. To select wisely from our vast
population those who are best ntted Tor the
many offices 10 be filled, requires an acquaint-
ance far beyond the range of any one man.
The Executive should, therefore, seek and re-
ceive the information ana assistance OF those
whose knowledge of the communities in
which the duties are to be performed best
qualities them to aid In making the wlsest
choice.
The doctrines announced by the Chicago
Convention are not the temporary devices OF
q party TO attract votes and carry an election.
They are deliberate convictions, resulting
from careful study of the spirit OF our instt-
impulses of our people. In my Judgment
these principles should control the legislation
and administration of the Government. In
any event they will guide my conduct until
experience points out a better way. II elected
ii will be my purpose to enforce strict obedi-
ence to the Constitution and the laws, and to
promote as best L may the interest and honor
of the whole country, relying for support upon
the wisdom of Congress, the intelligence and
patriotism OF the peple and the favor OF God.
With great respect, am very truly yours,
j. A. GARFIELD.
To Hon. Geo. F. Hoar, Chairman of Commit
tee.