National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-06-09
FOR AND AGAINST.



Convention.
THE OBLIGATION PLAIN AND DEFINITE
GobsDemocrai.
1t is hardly necessary to say that Mr..
Blaine was not the first preference of this
paper, There seemed to US to DO reasons
why some other man would have proved
stronger, particularly in doubtful and
vital localities; but wo must have Judged
mistakenly. 10 is certain at least. that
tho sober, average, conclusive opinion Of
tho republican party Is not only that no
is tho snost 1T and deserving man, all
things considered who could he put into tho
field, but that ho can be aud will be elected.
He owes his nomination to convention
representing tho best thought and feeling,
aspiration and conscience, of the American
| people; and tho verdict of such body,
rendered in tOnes so emphatic and so en-
/ thusiastie, is not to be criticised, or
sulkcd over, or appealed from. Tho
obligation Of all republicans, what
evor may have been their views in
the contest Just closed is plain and definite,
and that is TO accept the action of tho con-
vention in u cheerful spirit and with a hearty
and determined purpose to carry tho old flag
again TO victory over the obstinate and per-
sstont influences Of the party that lies eagerly
in wait for u chance TO change, undo and
dishonor as far as possible, the wonderful
story of tho last twcntY-iivo years OF
was simply an individual to be passed upon
for a certain use and subject; to-day he
stands not for himself any longer, but for tho
heroic and potent organization that had
declared him to bo its Header OF leaders
and its bright particular champion. His
personality has ceased to be question for
republicans to dispute about, or TO deal with
otherwise than the verdict in his favor
requires
THE STRONGEST POSSIBLE TICKET.
IMddeiphi1 Prose.
The ticket finally agreed upon 10 as strong
as possible, and strong at each end Both the
candidates arc thorough-going, aggressive,
Incorporating republicans, whose best
years have been spent in the public service;
whose faults such as they are, have beon
! measured and whose sterling virtues have
been fully proved; full bloodod, bold spirited,
typical Americans it is fitting that such
mon should be made the nominees of their
party, and DO placed Ut tho head of tho
nation.
Tho platform with it's upright, downright
protection plank, which no man eau ex-
plain to mean anything but protection, and
with its unqualified Endorsement of civil
service reform and demand for a
further extension of the system, will
DO f0lt us tower of strength to
the republicans all through tho campaign.
Tho success of Blaine and Logan next No
| NOHlDOI Iltullo lllt CUulluuNlluH w lllb pIo-
tective policy, further reform of tho civil
service, II foreign policy which will compel!
some show OF respect for the United States by
European and South American powers. and
the maintenance Of free ballot in the south
as far as the national government has power
to influence or compel an observance of the
rights of American citizens in that section.
Altogether, both in its presentation of candi
datos and platform, the convention did good
work, and the republican party will ratify its
action on tho It'll Of November next by a full
party vote and tho usual popular majority.
A SPLENDID LEADER.
BuDliO Express (R.p.)
The nomination of James G.. Blaine for
president unqucstionably gratifes a large
majority Of the republican voters, In forcing
that nomination, however, while his friends
have displayed fidelity and u courage which
must eNtort admirGtiOn we fear that thOy
have acted at tho same time with q reckless
ness which may not only bring defeat to their
party, but political ruin to their beloved
leader and fearless champion; for, while
representing without doubt u worry large ma
jority Of the republicans Oftho whole country,
Mr.. Blaine does not represent has never rep
resented and probably never will represent
that considerable portion of his party which
is governed By principle rather than by senti-
ment, and without whose vote no republican
candidate for president can be elected. II
this election can DO carried by dash and en-
thusiasm and splendid leadership, tho event
may possibly justify the audacity of Mr..
Blaines friends at Chicago, but the chances
are tearfully against him.
CAN GET ALONG WITHOUT OUT NEW YORK
Philadelphia Inquire (Rep)
Can Mr.. Blaine be elected? Yes, if any
republican can. The popular enthusiasm
which his name evoltes proves that. lie car
carry New York and Ohio, the crucial states
and he is probably tho one republican leader
who, being nominated, could be elected with
out tho vote of New York. There were enough
doubtful states before the convention me
without New York. They arc 30 few now u
to mako the vote of New York no longe
necessary. The states of the Pacific slope ant
of the southwest which were all doubtful
arc now all certain for Blaine and victory
The convention having nominated Mr.. Blain
republican candidate for president of tn
United States, tho people will triumphant,
electe him. His is q name to win with. Tn
campaign will be as n crusade; the election
triumphal march of the first, best found Choic
of tho people to the presidency of the grea
republic.
cALUMNY WILL NOT AVAIL.
Baltimore american (Rep)
The campaign of Galumny and abuse ha'
already begun. The ashes of old accusations
will DO raked over in the hope of kindlin
anew tho ureS oil persecution ana Slanuor
But this will avail nothing Envenome
SANDER did its worst against Garfield, but
did not hurt him. 1t cannot hurt Blaine. o
the contrary, it eXcites the natural love {
fair play that exists in every America
bosom. 1t never docs to abuse any man to
much. Blaine has been abused too much, ur
til everybody is sick of the same woarisom
old lies Nobody wants TO hear about theI
any moro. But, on the other SIDE there
tho brilliancy and magnetic attractiveness {
the man. All republicans arc proud of hin
He is dashing, aggressive leader. The can
= paign will DO bold, VigOrous,an eXciting,an
\ victory will abide with him.
: WITH EYES WIDE OPEN.
Harbord COnrdHi (Rtp)
!. With his great capacities Mr. Blaine III
h faults plain to see. We can never expect
r man or a creed beyond criticism; but rospoi
sibility always steadies a man, and d part
creed in national affairs is always subject
the wise adjustment Of the occasion. A
y aspirant may indulge in many theories, bI
d president of ability, tho elect of party
!, great achievements and splendid history, Il
executive of u prosperous, peaceful, m
- proud nation, is bound to follow tho SCUM
maXimS of conservative aud steady polio
Tho arguments against Mr., Blaine's cand
dacy are answered by tho tremendous q,
4 thusiasm that has borne him TO his positio
!. We have not 20 deal with an unknown ma
% or an unknown cause.
G. OVERWHELMING EErHUsIAsM.