The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1888-08-25

Democratic party. it can be readily seen that many
OF his active; earnest friends were doomed to dsal
poinfment the result to some extent of an opposi-
ton Senate, and laws which he found upon the
Statute Book.
ID Is but lust to President Cleveland to say that he
was pledged by the platform oil 1881 to civil service
reform. and SO were all his supporters Neverthe-
less with entire consistency on his part most OF the
prominent Offices are now filed by Democrats Il
will be remembered that the larger portion of the
higher places have fixed term Of four years, which
enables the President 10 fill all vacancies occurring
in that way. with his own party friends. without
violating his pledges II is quite true that you ind
some so-called Democrats and northern mugwumps
who believe in a strong government and class leg
isaton because of their want of faith in the people
TO govern themselves. To my mind 1t is absurd TO
contend that system which proscribes citizen on
account of age merely for public employment, can
be sound policy in Il government like ours. On the
contrary, Increased fitness for any service comes
with years in the absence of mental or physical
Having had some experience in official life at
Washington and observed closely the practical
workings of the government under every admins
traon since that of Van Buren, to that OF Cleveland
am clearly of the opinion that changes are often
necessary, and should be determined by the Presi-
dent and heads of the executive departments at
Washington and elsewhere, in order 70 secure hon
est faithful and efficient service. This is the JEFF
fersonian doctrine lApplausel ,,,,
All the theory about oenehting the puele under
the workings of the civil service law is fallaeious
and If much longer continued will give the country
not only corrupt and inefficient service, which must
end with civil pension list of such proportions as
was never contemplated by the men who framed
this government 1t is for reasons such as these
and many Others might be stated that do not hes
itate to express my unqualified opposition TO all
such anti American and class legislation which,
believe If the test Is ever made before the Supreme
Court of the United States, will be declared uncon
stitutsonal.
Furthermore, so far as successful administration
of the government is concerned by a Democratic
President there can be no reasonable ground to
doubt for moment but that Democratic citizen
can be found, without the aid of civil service COM
missioners, to fill every Office in the government
with integrity, fidelity and efficiency.
l am quite sure If the Republican party should
again succeed TO power they will not hesitate
to supply the place of every Democratic official with
their partizans But let us hope before that day
comes there will be found no such law upon our
Statute Book by consent of all parties. That the
administration of Grover Cleveland will be regarded
from higher standpoint than the distribution
of patronage is clearly shown by the fact that the
National Democratic Convention, which convened
at st. Louis. June 9TH, presented his name to the
country reelection the trusted representative
of their principles, and as worthy of the cordial,
united support Of the party, with unanimity such
In the selection of Allen G. Thurman for Vice Pres
President, the party displayed equal wisdom in
view of his large experience in public life and ad-
mitted ability as statesman taking foremost rank
among the nations eminent leaders. lAPplause.I
true and honored representatives of Democratic
principles as laid down by the illuslrious Thomas
Jefferson, there cannot be any reasonable doubt
about success at the November election, when the
people will declare in favor of Cleveland and Thur
nents That result would foreshadow the extinction
of the Republican party and fate similar to that of
the old Federalists and younger Wings, whose east
off garments they are now wearing. Applause.
There has been much already said during this
canvass about the tariff and revenue reform but the
annual message to Congress so clearly presents the
ISSUE and when properly interpreted but little re-
mains for further dispute upon the subject.
President Cleveland correctly states that the an
nual amount of taxes collected from the people in
excess of what needed for the legitimate expenses
of the government is nearly one hundred millions
Of dollars submit to my Republican friends, can
system productive of bad results be wise or Just TO
the people? On the contrary 4 Is oppressive which
tariff keeping in view the industries of the country
aud the welfare of the wage workers. to whose skill
the country sindebted for its marvellous prosperity
Ii is not for me to say what should be done TO correct
this state of things That properly belongs TO the
Congress of the United States, TO whom alone is
committed the power 10 redress this great wrong,
for which they will be held accountable at the ballot
box next November.
NV object in making this address is to show by a
plain statement of facts based upon the history of
parties that the Democrats from the days of Jeifer-
Son down to the present time have always taken the
side Of the people They always advocated and de
Tended the correct principles upon which this gov
eminent should be administered. And now they
land and Thurman, who will lead us triumphantly
10 victory at the coming election over all the con,
centrated capital and corporate wealth arrayed
against them. (Applause.l
IL is incumbent, however, to keep in view the ne
cessity of organization as means OF securing be-
yond all question this desirable result
The Republicans will make last desperate effort
in the interest of their candidates Harrison and
Morton both of whom are very respectable gentle
bnt by reason of the principles they represent
are not entitled TO public confidence, II we are to
judge the future by the past from 1851 TO 1852 en-
Dracing period in our political history not likely
10 be washed out of the memory Of the American
people. ,,,.,,
be regarded as oregone conclusion in favor of Col
Herman stump, of Hartford county, q Democrat oil
the right stamp and a gentleman in the strictest
sense of that term. From personal knowledge OF
his character and capacity, feel justified in saying
he will not only prove 10 be o faithful representa-
tive but also fitting successor 10 his Immediate
predecessor who has done the state good service.
| bespeak for him your cordial support, with en-
tire confidence that. as member OF Congress, he
will not be found wanting in any proper effort 70
advance the best interests OF his state and country
Gentlemen of the Freedom Cleveland and Thur
man and stump Club, your organization is well cal
cuaed to advance the noble cause in which you are
engaged, and understanding the spirit which has
ever actlated the Democracy OF this district have
entire faith that you will contribute 70 roll up even
more than the usual majority in Carroll county for
our nominees; but do not fan 70 remember that ac-
tyity on the part of each member of the club is ne
cessry TO ensure the casting OF full vote, which,
OF course secures success at the November election
have very recently visited the states OF New York.
New Jersey and Connecticut, where the Democracy
are fully aroused and resolved upon victory. The
news from Indiana y eneerlng and our @ are
for Cleveland and Thurman. And there is rea-
sonable hope of carrying Iowa, Illinois. Michigan
and Wisconsin, neither OF whlch are necessary 10
elect our candidates. [Applause.l
AS your Presidential Eector for this Congressional
District, appreciate the anu lOt
unmindful Of the responsibility which the position
imposes. With determined purpose to exert my
best efforts to advance the cause of Democracy in
this contest, which l have steadily supported for
more than half century, never having seen during
all that time any sufficient reason TO change my well
matured convictions, cherish the hope of gaining
the approval of those who, in such an acceptable
manner honored me with their confidence.
After thanking you my neighbors, friends and
fellow citizens tor the considerable attention with
which you have listened to these remarks, and If
my opinion concerning public affairs has any value
you can rest satisfied that the splendid records Of
Jefferson Madison, Monroe, Jackson, VanBuren,
Polk and Pierce, consistent Democrats, who con-
Quoted the government during forty-eight years Of
its existence prior 1861 with results such have
briefly stated will receive no damage at the hands
second term. March 4, 1885 do not hesitate TO pre-
diet will quit the public service having earned for
himself the unqualified approval OF his party and
the respect of every fair-mlnded opponent for all
the qualities which should attach TO an honest,
courageous faithful, vigiant and incorruptble
Chief Magistrate, Long and continuous applause ]
/ have one word more to say and! am done. Edu-
down by Jefferson, and vote for Cleveland, Thurman
and stump on the 9Th OF November, whose election
will venture TO say, bring increased prosperity and
happiness to the people OF this favored land result
10 which your efforts may largely contribute, under
the guidance of that great power which shapes the
destlllies of nations and of men, lApplause.l
During the meeting there were over fifty
members enrolled. On motion club adjourned
to meet at Masonic Hall, on Friday evening,
August Slst, at y O'Clock.
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