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


The Chairman-"Mr. Timothy Campbell
of New York sends resolution to the
chair, which, under therules just adopted,
goes to the committee without reading or
debate"
Mr.. Campbell-'I hope the resolution
will be read"
The Chairman-"A TO the
nature of the resolution the chair believes
it does not come within the scope of the
rule just adopted and it ought to be read"
lApplause].
The secretary read the resolution. as
follows:
Resolved, That this convention takes occa-
sion to express its unfeigned sorrow at the
serious and dangerous illness of Gen. Phil
Sheridan Applause, and TO him whose noble
and valiant deeds will ever be enshrined in
the hearts of his countrymen we extend our
sincere sympathy. We earnestly trust that
the great soldier and distinguished patriot will
meet with a speedy recovery, and that the
Divine Providence may spare him to this nation
for many years to come. lApplause.]
Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions
be forwarded to Gen. Sheridan as expressive of
the heartfelt sentiments of the democracy of
the United States. [CheerS.l
Mr.. Campbell asked for the unanimous
consent for the adoption of the resolu-
TONS
The resolutions were adopted by rising
vote with three hearty cheers for the gal
liant soldier who is now engaged in his
most desperate campaign.
Mr. Pickett move, Mr. Chairman
that when this convention adjourns, that
it adjourn to 10 o'clock tomorrow morn
ing" LCries of "No," "no, "no."1
The chair announced the motion of Mr..
Pickett
Mr. Hensler Of Pennsylvania---"I offer
as a substitute to the motion that has
been made the following: Resolved,
That the roll of states and territories be
now called in alphabetical order and the
names Of the candidates for president and
vice-president be placed in nomination q"
[Cheers.
The Chairman-"The question now is
upon the substitute of Mr. Hensler of
Pennsylvania. Those in favor of that mo-
ton will say aye, and those opposed will
say no."
The vote was declared in the affirma-
tive and the substitute was adopted.
The Chairman-"The clerk viii proceed
to call the roll by states"
The clerk then proceeded to call the
roll of states, commencing with Alabama.
Edward w. Peters, of Alabama-"M
Chairman, the delegation from Alabama
has instructed me to tender its first place
on the call and its first right to speak 20
the state of New York" Great applause. !
The Chairman-"The delegation from
the state of Alabama desires to surrender
their right to a nomination to the delegates
from the state of New York. The gentle
man from New York, Mr.. Dougherty, has
the floor"
Amid great enthusiasm and applause,
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the right OF the chairman and addressed
the convention as follows:
greet you, my countrymen, with fraternal
regard
In your presence bow to the majesty Of the
The sight itself is inspiring, the thought sub
limel
You come from every state and territory,
from every nook and corner of our ocean
bound, continentcovering country. You are
about 70 discharge more than imperial duty.
With simplest ceremonials, you, as representa-.
tives of the people, are to choose a magistrate
with power mightier than n monarch, yet
checked and controlled by the supreme law OF
a written constitution.
Thus impressed | ascend the rostrum to name
the next president of the United States. New
York presents him TO the convention and
pledges her electoral vote. Delegations from
the thirty-eight states and all the territories
assembled without caucus or consultation ready
simultaneously 10 take up the cry and make
the vote unanimous. We are here not indeed
10 choose a candidate but TO name the one the
people have already chosen. He is the man
for the peoplel
His career illustrates the glory Of our insti-
tutions. Eight years ago unknown save in his
own locality he for the last four has stood in
the gaze of the world discharging the most ex
allied duties that can be confded TO mortal.
To-day determines that, not of his own choice,
but by the mandate of his countrymen, and
with the sanction of heaven, he shall fill the
presidency for four years more. He has met
and mastered every question as if from youth
trained to craftsmanship. The promises of his
letter of acceptance and inaugural address have
been fulfilled. His fidelity in the past inspires
faith in the future. He is not hope. He is a
realization. Scoring subterfuge, disdainlng re-
election, never concealing convictions mindful
of his oath of Office to defend the constitution,
he courageously declares TO congress, dropping
minor matters, that the supreme issue is re-
form, revision, reduction OF national taxation.
That the treasury of the United States glutted
with unneeded gold Expresses industry, en-
barasses business, endangers financial tranquil
ity and breeds extravaganza, Capitalization and
corruption.
That high taxation, vital for the expenditures
OF an unparalleled war, is robbery in years of
prosperous peace; that the millions that pour
into the treasury come from the hard-earned
savings OF the American people; that In viola
ton of equality of rights the present tariff has
created privileged class who, shaping legisla-
ton for their personal gain, levy by law con-
tributions for the necessaries of life from every
man, woman and child in the land.
That to lower the tariff is not free trade. 1t
is to reduce the unjust profits of monopoly
and boss manufacturers, and allow consumers
10 retain the rest.
The man who asserts that to lower the tariff
means free trade insults intelligence. We
brand him as a falsifier. Ii is furthest from
the thought TO imperil capital or disturb enter
prises. The aim is to uphold wages and pro-
tect the rights of all.
This administration has rescued the public
domain from would-be barons and counarant
corporations, faithless to obligations, and re-
served it for free homes and for this and COM
ing generations.
There is no pilfering. There are no jobs
under this administration. Public Office is a
public trust.
Integrity stands guard at every post of our
vast empire.
While the president has been the medium
through which has flowed the undying graft
tude of the republic for her soldiers he has not
hesitated to withhold approval from special
legislation. if strictest inquiry revealed a want
of truth and justice.
Above all, sectional strife, as never before, is
at an end, and 60,0O0000 of freemen in the ties
OF brotherhood are prosperous and happy.
These are the achievements of this administra-
ton. Under the same illustrious leader we arc
ready to meet our political opponent in high
and honorable debate and stake our triumph
on the intelligence, virtue and patriotism of
the people. Adhering to the constitution, its
every line and letter, ever remembering that
powers not delegated TO the United States by
the constitution nor prohibited by IL TO the
states are reserved to the states respectively or
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