The Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1868-1895, 1888-06-13

! Alabama or Arkansas. When California
was called Mr.. Tarpey of that state step
| ped forward on the platform ndaddressed
| the convention as follows:
This is indeed most pleasant duty, which
through the kindness Of my friends, | have
| been chosen to perform, and am truly CRATE
| ful to my associates who have so honored me-
fear that it was kindness alone and not ability
| that prompted my selection from among the
many eloquent gentlemen who are members of
the California delegation. But, sirs, what /
lack in oratorical ability in some small meas
ure compensate for in my enthusiasm in the
undertaking, and feeling as l do that the most
eloquent must fall short of doing full Justice,
trust with the mental reservation that if moth
ing else, am at least earnest in what say and
hlled with admiration for him of whom speak
That ! am proud OF the privilege of address
ing you acknowledge but that | am prouder
still OF the man whom | shall name | will not
deny, for feel, sirS, that this republic holds no
superior to the Hon. Allen G. Thurman of
Ohio. The greeting accorded his name is a
well-deseryed tribute. Its spontaniety has
been nObly earned. Be assured such greet
ing will be accorded his name at its every
mention throughout this republic from sea to
sea and from the British line to the gulf.
Allen G. .Thurman-what an epitOme of Ameri-
civil history is embodied in that name His
character and ability are known 10 every man,
woman and child in the land. His public
services will be more enduring monument
than temples of stone or brass, for history will
lnscrlbe his name among the list of Americas
illustrious sons
Taking his seat in the L. S senate in 1869 the
imprint of his genius is found deeply imbedded
in the legislation of the country. From his
first appearance in the senate until his retire
ment from that body his voice always
raised in behalf OF the people and in defence Of
their rights. For forty years he has been
prominent figure in public life and yet to-day
no man can point to a single act or expression
of his which does not do him credit. Large at
heart large of brain, and larger still in expert
ence, he Is the man of all men whose record
luStlleS his nomination al your hands IN the
sense that he cannot be defeated before the
people. A man OF benevolent heart, manifest
ing itself not only IN private life, but it has
been the leading feature of his official career.
When the Pacific coast was endeavoring to
retard Chinese immigration, when it was
decided that national legislation was necessary
to accomplish the desired result when the
merits of the subject were not understood east
of the Rocky mountains, Allen q. Thurman,
then senator of the United States, was the
first to raise his voice in defense of those whose
means of living were in danger and whose
homes were threatened with destruction.
When the great railroad corporations evil
denced an intention to evade payment of their
obligation to the government this great man
prepared that remarkable enactment known as
the Thurman bill, by which the offending cor
porations were obliged to prepare a sinking
fund for the redemption of their promises.
During the irving times of reconstruction Mr..
Thurman the central figure in the u. S.
senate in unfolding the dignity and integrity
of the constitution. The waves of party passion
dashed into fury by i'll advised, jealous parti-
sans broke harmless upon his leOnine front
and settled back into calmness by the force of
his logic and the power or his oratory. A ripe
scholar, his disquisitions upon constitutional
law are masterpieces of reasoning and elo-
quence, challenging the admiration of even his
political opponents -Four years since the Cal
ifornia delegation put forward Mr.. Thurman
as their candidate for the presidency and were
enthusiastic in pushing his nomination. But
four years have but augmented their rever-
ence and affection for him. The patriots of
California can not be allowed TO wither in
retirement. His fame is not his alone; it is the
proud heritage of the American people. His
name may be most fittingly coupled with that
of our honored president, Grover Cleveland.
Cleveland and Thurman will be a ticket absolute
w invincible. Ii will sweep the country with
mighty rush. tidal wave of approval. Against
it oil opposition will be fruitless. The appro-
val of Cleveands administration during the
past four years and an endorsement of his &C.
tions, the simplicity yet remarkable ability
with which he has administered his great trust
under the most trying circumstances, coupled
with the all-pervading affection felt for the
philosopher of Columbus, will make Cleveland
and Thurman war cry to alright the political
enemy. The enthusiasm which will be aroused
upon its announcement will be infectious and
gathering force and volume day by day il will
before the ides OF November have become
epidemic.
That the name of Allen G.. Thurman should
be cheered 10 the echo IN this hall is not
strange, for il brings the warm blood of graft
tudc surging 10 the heart of every tireside, and
the testimony which the people will surely pay
10 his worth nj the coming November election
will be convincing proof OF his phenomenal
popularity. Indiana hOnors Gov. Gray by sup
porting him for this nomination; Illinois is do
ing the same for Gen. Black; Michigan for Mr..
Dickinson, and Wisconsin for Mr.. Vilas-good
men and true, each and all of them, and were
il not for the self-sacrificing patriotism of Mr.
Thurman in response TO the almost
permit his name to come before
you, il were difficult indeed to choose be-
tween such meritorious and able gentlemen.
Their names are fit TO grace this or any other
ticket They are each the favorite sons oftheir
respective states, but when Allen G.. Thurman,
the favorite son OF each and every state in this
union, in answer to the universal demand for
his acceptance, consents 10 leave the peace and
tranquility OF his freside and again serve his
grateful countrymen, so prominent, so colossal
is his political and mental figure in the public
eye, that all others must Of necessity shade in
It's immensely.
Let no mistakes be made at this time. Mis-
takes are crimes. II you but do your duty, II
you but give the people what they expect, what
they demand, the contest of parties, instead of
Just commencing, will be practically ended, for
the great electoral and popular majorities
which Cleveland and Thurman will surely re-
ceiye at the polls will be n revelation even TO
ourselves. As representatives OF the democ-
racy of the nation we have n duty 10 perform.
We must nominate the man the people have
already nominated. We have but TO indorse
the popular verdict; no less will be
accepted at your hands. Let no
or glamour Of locality influence your action.
Personal friendship cannot be repaid by nonii-
nation where n great party's interest and future
are at stake. No tritling with great concerns OF
state should be tolerated no expression OF local
pride can be admitted To influence action; when
the sovereign people speak they must be
obeycd. Broad ground must be taken. The
man OF the nation not the man OF the state,
must be nominated.
Nominate Allen G.. Thurman. Nominate him
by acelamation. Let IL not he said that one
single democrat in all this great union falls In
this testimonial 10 the greatest American OF his
day. the noblest breathing man upon American
soil, tit consort In the temple of fame OF those
patriots OF the past-the founders of our institu-
tions, whose sacred dust lie calmly sleeping
beneath the s0ds of Mt Vernon, Monticello and
the Hermitage awaiting the dedication of our
national pantheon.
The Chairman-"The gentleman from
Indiana, Mr.. Voorhees,"
Mr.. Voorhees, of Indiana said:
Mn. CHAIRMAN AND GENTLEMEN or THE
CONFERENCE.-The historians of Europe de-
scribe Belgium as the battle-ground in all the
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