The Portland daily press., 1884-05-01
THE CONVENTIONS.
HE CON v NIlONS.
Maine Republicans Assem-
BILE at Bangor.
GOVERNOR Robe RENOMINA-
TED BY ACCLAMATION.
A Strong Platform Adopted" En-
thusiasm for MIR. Blaine.
GOOD WORK DONE BY REPUBLI-
CANS ELSEWHERE.
Special to the Press.)


BANGOR, April 80.
The convention which met in this city today
was harmonious and determined gathering.
No contest between rival candidates served to
swell its numbers to the limit reached by the
one held in Portland two years ago, and yet
eleven hundred delegates were present in No
rombega Hall. A business rather than bois-
ferrous sentiment prevailed the assembly though
every mention of the name of Blaine evoked
instant applause and cheering. Orville d.
Baker, Esq, presided with dignity and ability,
and his speech on taking the chair called forth
many encomiums from those whose presence
on many similar occasions gave weight to their
words Of commentator. The little differen-
ces upon candidates, apparent last evening,
were done away with before this morning, aud
with a unanimity which promises much for
the coming contest the convention proceeded
with its work. A pleasing incident in the
proceedings was the SPONTANEOUS and hearty
greeting accorded Gen. Chamberlain when he
addressed the chair to present the report of
the Cumberland delegation. Not a ripple
marred the harmony of tho proceedings and
the most complete satisfaction was felt with
VIC WOrh Va buC udy' ~ u0Btuc w iOuh dS IL
the Republican party in this State was coming
back to its former commanding strength, and
that the September election would result in
rolling up its former old-time majority.
The Proceedings.
About IL O'Clock, Judge Wing, chairman OF
the State Committee, called the convention to
order, and read the call. Rev. G. NJ. Parks, of
Presque Isle, invoked the Divine blessing.
Judge Wing then presented the name of Or
vile D. Baker of Augusta, as temporary
chairman. Mr.. Baker was greeted with APP
plause as he advanced to the front of the
stage. He spoke substantially as follows:
He wss deeply sensible of the honor paid to
him in the choice of the convention. 1t was
something deeper than personal recognition,
more than tribute to the steadfast faith of
the Republicans Of the Kennebec valley. 1t
was a recognition of the young men of the
Republican party, who bring to it their vigor,
enthusiasm and steadfast purpose. They are
today the hope of the republic, and in them
our party sees the promise and potency Of
future as glorious as its past. But not only
young men are here. Veterans, who are scar
red from many a battle won Ia the cause of
Republicanism are with us to encourage us
by their presence and guide us by their coun-
sell. Side by side in the convention sits the
Nestor, pre-sminent in counsel, and Achilles,
invincible and strong. Why is the business OF
this State interrupted as it is TODAY, when
there is no contest over candidates; whom the
drawings between governor and council are
ended. Our present State administration has
been dignifed, moderate and calculated to
win respect everywhere. We will send him
back with more than old-time majority, and
place on him the seal OF peoples approba-
ton. We are met here primarily as members
Of one common party, and are proud of it be-
cause we have record of which we are not
ashamed; because the party stands today ready
to do battle for the cause OF principle and
progress. A party cannot live upon its past
alone. We are here because the principles
which underlie our party are vital and burn.
ing today; we represent today great principles
of pressing Importance. The work OF tue past
is not yet accomplished, and will not be until
American citizens have equal rights over our
broad land. Now is the era of business in poll
iticS, when the commercial interests turn to
Congress for relief. How does this Congress
treat civil service? Show us one measure
passed by Democratic Congress in its favor.
1t cannot be foand.
On the other hand we find the Republican
party accepting and carrying out the princi-
pies. We see the business paralysis III the
country, and hear the boards OF trade protest.
ing against the further coinage OF silver, but
their protestations are in vain. Next and last is
principle of protection of American industry.
We md the farmers interests protected under
Republican government and at the same time
we see the Democratic House trying to strike
these and other interests down. The Repub.
lican party says nay. These are some of the
issues which face US to-day and to carry out
which the Republican party stands pledged.
Because our party is for pure ballot, an hon.
est currency, an enlightened civil service, and
careful protection of American industries,
we have still work to do. But national ques-
ton confronts us today, and this convention
Will support the nominee of the Chicago con
vention whoever he may be. Nor ara we lack
ing in men we'll fitted to occupy the exalted
position Of President of the United States. We
have had in the past and now possess many
name which would do honor to the presiden-
tial chair. Looking at few of the names we
might recall, whom do we see? We see Sher-
mai IN the Senate, mau of financial re.
nown; Edmunds, versed in the law and master
of the dialects of the forum; Logan, an ora
tor, and brave soldier; but the people are
locking beyond these. We look to the Presi.
dent and see man who has given us a wise
prudent and efficient administration, but the
people are looking beyond him Past the
Senators in the chamber, and the President in
the White House, comes the sweeping cry of
the people, for the leader. orator and states
man, james G. Blaine. wild applause and
cheers.) The great people of this country stop
before the great man OF them all, who lifts no
finger towards his own advancement, who has
no political station and no Office in his gift. 1t
is an instance unparalleled mAmerican history
wide northwest, and the tide sweeps over all
our land, and it becomes the duty Of this state
today to again advance the fortunes of the
man whom the people delight to honor. Zap
plause). We know his brilliant history, and
today send him our greeting and tell him that
our State convention is ready again to honor
him. cloud applause)
The chair then announced himself ready for
business.
Mr. Maftfarc n 4 49,. l.,
State committee act rs a committee on c-eden-
tials, and the motion prevailed.
The following gentlemen were chosen as
secretaries Of the convention: Amos L. Allen,
Alfred; E. P. Mayo Skowhegan; B. f. Kill
by Passport; N. B. Potter, Webster; Isaac w.
Dyer, Baldwin.
General Beals of Norway moved that a COM
mittee on permanent organization Je selected
by the chair. The vote was carried and the
following gentlemen were appointed:
COMMITTEE ON PERMANENT ORGANIZATION.
Charles Fl. Boothbv, Liyermore Falls; A. l..
Lambert, Houlton; L. l.. Shaw, Yarmouth;
Eden; M: @: Foster, Waterville; Henry
Young. Mstinicus; Morrill, Glidden, Somer-
vile; George L. Beal, Norway; W. B. Ballard,
Lincoln; @. N. Rand, Parkman; r. D. Spear,
DoWuoinnain; Ii. a. hurO, St Adams; CLARK
Marden, Swanville; Josiah Coffo, Eastport;
john Hall, North Berwick.
Frederick A. Rivers, for the committee on
credentials, reported the whole number of del
egates as 1885, divided among the several
counties as follows:
Androscoggin ............... ......... II
Aroostook. .............. ..........., so
Cumberland -..........-. .......... ........ 131
Franklin ............ =. 43
Hancock. ................. .......... 60
kennebec. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. 124
Knox OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES. ............. 81
Lincoln ....... ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. -. g.. 30
oxford ..................... ................ 80
PenoDscot ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. 49,. ........ 1855
PlsCataQuis 90