The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-01-12
THE RALLY AT NIGHT.

THE RALLY AT NIGHT.
Speeches by Charles L. Jewett, Ex-senator
Mcdonald, Governor Gray and Others.
The closing feature of the work of the day was
a rally at Tomliuson Hall last night. of $500
people, among whom were many ladies. Prom
Uses had been heralded that it would be ad-
dressed by distinguished Democrats from the
East aud South, but when the hour for the
speaking began only of State distinction
were on the Stage Above them hung large flags
tastefully festooned and good likeness of the
President. Below at the speakers stand
rested excellent portrait of Thomas A.
Hendricks set off with a plant two on leach
side. The scene was attractive, and the crowd
impressed with the interest that is being
manifested in politics thus early in the year. 1t
would have been, perhaps, better had the young
enthusiastic managers of the meeting been more
conservative in their announcement concerning
very distinguished orators who to come,
for not even a United States Senator or Con-
gresham from the State appeared; but never
theless, they achieved a success, aud
that is what they were after. The
proceedings could not begin until the members
of the Hendricks Club came in, which they did
some minutes later During all this time of
waiting the large audience and array of vice.
presidents the stage sat with lessening
patience Finally the Shelbyville band heralded
the approach of the members of the Hendricks
down the. spacious hall to the seats
reserved for them minute or typ
afterward, Allen W. Conduit called the
meeting to order, aud announced John w.
Kern the permane Mt chairman. Mr.. Kern
suffered from a severe cold, which robbed E<ss
of his voice. and he had to call upon the Hon.
About this time Governor Gray appeared on the
stage, his presence. that of ex-senator
Mcdonald, being acknowledged by vigorous ap-
plause. They were surrounded by Democrats
from all parts OF the State. whose are
familiar in the counsels and acts of the party.
Mr.. Jewett made very acceptable deputy
chairman In delivering speech of welcome and
congratulation for his principal, Mr. Kern.
whom he extolled very highly. Mr.. Jewett told
the audience what he believed Mr. Kern would
have said had he been able to speak. He thought
special providences all pointing to the sue
of the Democracy this year, and he con-
graduated Democrats On the meetings of the
day prelude to the great contest in which
the party is to aSsail not only the Republican
strongholds, but to redeem Indiana and hold it
forever from their partial grasp. He believed
Democracy synonymous of all that
is good for the country, and congratu-
lated the party on having leader
gallant wise in counsel pure in methods SO
fearless in craftsmanship as Grover Cleveland
This caused the first hearty outburst of ap-
pause which was redoubled when the speaker
said that Indiana was entitled to the second
place on the national ticket. She had found
man for it in that of wisdom, her incor-
ruptible Governor. Mr. Jewett then talked
about the political events in the General As
sembly, when he SAID a conspiracy to rob the
Senator formed by braggarts
and towards For siSty-1 one days
subjected to insults unparalleled in the history
OF legislative bodies. SO that the rule of the
minority could be established. Referring to
Turpie and Voorhees,, he brought vigorous APP
plause, but not so significant that which fol-
lowed his tribute to the late Vice president. In
closing he advised Democrats to put aside all
political schemes which misguided men some
times adopt, and to be brave, faithful and pa
tient, with determination to succeed only by
honest methods
Letters from Governor Hill. of New York
Senator Voorhees, and Judge Turpie. Indianas
Democratic Congressman, the Hon. Burke
Cochran, of New York, and telegram from
Henry Wattersor, were read. Governor Hill
wrote that, while he could not be present, to his
regret. be admired the spirit of the Indiana De-
1nocracy. In time of peace the world prepares
Tor war and this is what he understood Indiana
Democracy were doing. He gave them encour-
aging words and his best wishes. Indianas
Democratic representatives in Congress
SAID imperative duties kept them at
Washington, but they con graduated their
fellow Democrats at home on the bright outlook
for success. They had agreed that all questions
should be subordlnated to that of tariff reform,
as outlined in the Presidents message. Mr..
CIevelands administration. they said, a
com plete success Mr.. Cochran wrote that the
bond which had held Tammany Hall and Mr.
Hendricks together always strong The
Democracy in New York and Indiana should
remain allied. Henry Watterson sent his earn
est regrets, and said that in the coming political
battle he expected see New York and Indiana
again linked together leading Democrats to
victory.
Hon. Joseph Z. Mcdonald was then introduced,
and as he came forward to the stand the applause,
renewed again and again, evidenced that he had
a large part of the audience with him as their
political leader. MIR. Mcdonald said the issues
of the coming campaign had been very plainly
defined in the Presidents message, which grew
out of the existence of system of taxation
which the Republicans had fastened upon the
country. He devoted his entire speech to this
topic setting forth the Democratic view of the !
Treasury surplus and its rapid increase, |
which he regards as threatening the business
of the country, sapping the arteries of trade |
and contracting the currency. 1t only be |
used in loans to banks without interest. in |
paying off bonds not yet matured. For the
duction of this surplus the President felt il his
duty to place the responsibility on Congress.
The President insisted that the reduction of /
revenue should be made upon imported articles
rather than the excise tax Senator Sher-
mans review of the message. the Speaker
thought. was a remarkable one. The Senator |
was a man of unquestoned ability, but while
ne was sometimes a statesman. he was
frequently politician, and politician he
attacked the message. Mr. Mcdonald said that
L claimed reduction of the tariff will af-
,ect the worxingmen. The average amount now
paid ad valoren all dutiable goods AZ per
.ent. In 1860 it only 10 per cent the
present amount of taxation DO reduced
rom $40. 900, 900 TO 500, 100000, but assuming
the first figure. If the reduction made
customs alone il would reduce the average to 80
.all for protection beyond this rate. While
senator sherman proposed 10 remove
lalf the dnty from sugar alone,
he President wanted the tariff taken of cloth |