The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1881-10-20
New York Republicans.

Inc state RepuDlcan Convention of New
York assembled in New York city on the 9Th
inst. Apprehension was expressed, from
the excitement attending the primary meet
slngs and the earnest contest between the two
wings ofthe party in the election of delegates,
that serious trouble would ensue in organiza-
ton These fears were allayed, however,
through the pacific counsels of representative
men of both factions. The anti-Conkling
delegates outnumbered the Conkling delegates
by over 100 and consequently the control of
the Convention was placed in their hands after
a merely formal contest Chauncey Dupew was
chosen permanent president, and the nomlna-
tions for State offices about equally divided
between the contesting wings The utmost
harmony prevailed, and all the indications
went to assure united party and full vote in
the November contest. Doubtless the wishes
of President Arthur were consulted in the re-
suits reached. He recognized the Importance
of allaying dissensions within the rarty in his
own State and the necessity of success in
the approaching election. His pacific counsel
has thus produced its first fruits, and if sue
cessful issue for the Republicans shall follow
in November, it will be friendly augury for
the future throughout the Union. The follow
ing platform was unanimously adopted:
The Republicans of New York declare as follows:
First-fhat we unite with our fellow-citizens
calamity which has befallen the country In the
death OF the late President James Abram Garfield.
Under the kindly influence of American INSTITUTIONS
and by heforce Of noble manhood he rose from the
humbles walk OF life to the highest earthly station.
By manIness and genteness of nature; by loftiness
fpt for
public AFFAIRS by strength of political conviction,
blended with singular moderation of temper and
urbanfty Of expression-above all by that rare and
noble temper which dares to be just and which
alone composes angry States reconciles parties and
secures wise reform, he was singularly fitted for
the great office to which he was elevated by the
free choice of his fellowcftizens. The opening of
his Administration had won the confidence OF the
country by completing the refundtng of the public
debt by exposing vast system of public robbery
its frank declaration Of the intention aid
Of Congress to restore the conduct of the public
ant vind1cation Of the constitutional authority Of
the Executive office. Suddenly stricken by mortal
blow, he lay face to face with death for eighty days.
with such sublime serenity of courage, unquatling
fatth cheerful patience and gracious courtesy that
the heart of Christendom beat with sympathy and
admiration and brought every nation to our side as
friends and brothers. Already his shines
American hearts with the names of Washington and
Lincoln Cherish1ng the memory Of his brave,
simple, manly character, inspired by his lofty aims
and unsullied life, and impressivey warned by the
circumstances of his assassination, pledge our
serves
the late President devoted and which are now
bequeathed to the party that he so periodically
Justly proud. We respectfully offer to the venera
BILE mother, the devoted wife and the bereaved chill
dren of the late President the assurance of deep
and tender sympathy In a sorrow which only Di
vine power can console, but which has all the a1le
Walton that the spotless memory of the dead, the
fearful gratitude Of the country, and the sincere
grief Of the world afford.
Secomdty-That we have entire confidence in the
ability integrity and patriotic Intentions Of Chester
A. Arthur President OF the United States; that his
lifelong record gives earnest of his fidelity and de-
yot1on to the cause and principles of the Republi
can party and believing that he will carry the
views expressed by him in his inaugural address,
and that his Administration will be in line with that
of his lamented predecessor, in accord with the
clearly defined principles and policy Of the Repub-
lcan party, and In harmony with the just expecta-
tons Of those who gave him their SURFACES the
high and responsible Office which he elected,
we tender to him our entire confidence and cordial
support His manly bearing and sympathetic acts
in the time of National aflction command our re-
spect and admiration.
Thirdly-That the triumphs Of Republican man
of the National finances being con-
stantly maintained shown by the payment of
more than seventeen millions of dollars of public
debt during the month of September, and by the
ducton of the annual interest less than $62 0OO-
900, while the surplus revenues justify the reduc-
ton of the taxes at early day. and that this duty
Congress should approach with due regard to the
protection of American Industry, and with the aim
p reduce the number of tax-gatherers and remove
occasion for offensive costly litigation.
FourthIy-That those who conspire to defraud the
Government are the worst enemies of the party to
which they belong and the Republican party has
among its strongest claims to popular gratitude the
war which it has waged against the corruption
which grew out of the expenditures consequent on
the Rebellion, the punishment which 1t has melted
out to dishonest officials of whatever rank, and its
persistent vigor in favor of economical and honest
The abuses and prosecution of the
abuses connected with the Star Routes in the Post
Office Department redeund to the credit Of Presi-
dent Garfield, and in pressing the prosecution to
the full satisfaction of Justice, President Arthur may
be assured of the hearty approval of the people.
FJthly-That we pledge President Arthur
earnest support In every ttfort for the enforcement
Of Ciyal Service reform, recognizing, we do the
fact that abuses in connection with the dfspensauon
of official patronage may be largely eliminated, If
not wholly removed, by wise and practicable meth
DDS of administration.
Si1thly-That the WISDOM prudence and economy
shown by Governor Alonzo B. Cornell during his
him to the thanks and gratitude of the people. His
careful scrutiny of legislation, his judicous exer-
else ofthe veto power, his persistent enforcement
OF the principles of retrenchment and his fearless
discharge of all the duties of his office have in the
Development of the best qualities of practicable
5tatesma nship, indicated the wisdom Of his cleo
ton.
Seuemthly-That as the Republican party has al
ways been identified with whatever was deemed es-
sentfal to the maintenance of the commercial SUI
premacy Of the State, in favor of submitting
to the people the question of making our canals
practically free.
Eiohthlu--That we in favor of an equitable
system of taxation that will reach corporations
well as individuals, and that are opposed to all
that Cypress the people unfairly dis
crtmtnate against local interest.