The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1892-06-16

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of that body, to indulge in predictions OF
discuss at length national affairs. But this
know, that across the white pennant OF
of Democracy, and on its shining shield
will be written those words OF triumph
Tariff Reform This is our battle cry,
and who guides the van leads on to vic
tory.
DAVID b. HILL.
The Democratic party is full Of availa-
BILE presidential timber. Its resources in
this particular are boundless as the CONT
nenf,
IL the convention should deem II wise to
90 to the Empire state for a candidate, two
figures present themselves prominently,
One of these has earned for himself an
enviabie reputation in the service OF his
party and country. In sunshine and storm
he has been Democrat, in love with it's
principles and active in their en- niorcement.
Successful in every contest, he is now rep
resentinR New York in the United States
Senate-David Bennett Hill is Demo-
crat.
GROVER CLEVELAND.
There is another, grand in courage, m as.
sive in intellect and true in heart, around
whom the multitude gather in wondering
and loving admiration. Like a mighty
rock in weary land the people look to
him, and feel that there Is safety, peace
and prosperity where he stands. Four
years in the most exalted position on
earth demonstrated the truth of his aph-
orism, that "public Office is public trust"
but Grover Cleveland needs no encomi-
ums from me.
ALLEN O. THURMAN.
We of the West however, can see no
good reason why the nomination should
not leap the Alleghenies and alight in
We have men here admirably adapted
for Presidential honors. Let me pause
Tor moment
My mental vision penetrates a quiet
home in this city-there / behold ven.
erable man, "Godlike, erect, with native
honor clad.n He speaks--"I am a Demo.
crat, and have been so from my youth.
have never wavered for an instant from
my faith. began worshipping ut the
affairs which the fathers built, and | wor-
ship there today. | have fought in the
ranks and the highest rewards have fallen
to me. | have endeavored in all my acts
to be guided by duty. l have striven to
leave to my children and my country an
unsullied character and an example of
unswerying devotion to Democratic prin-
ciples.n
CALVIN S. BRIoE.
But let us look to the possibilities.
We have a most attractive son of
Ohio. struggling student he
hears the call Of bis country for
her youth to aid in preserving her
integrity, and thus perpetuating liberty.
He quite his books to shoulder musket,
and for years on bloody fields he exhibits
the highest qualities of manhood. The
war over, he battles with poverty and the
law (synonymous terms.) Tireless in his
energy, and courageous in all his under
takings, he recognizes no difficulties, sub
mits to no disasters, but, with unwavering
Hat I'M Ion hA q. al
Fortune knows him for q conqueror, and
quietly lays her treasures at his feet.
His private interests never interfere with
his citizenship, and being Democrat of
the highest intelligence, he believes
that prosperity OF his country, and the
amelioration OF his fellowmen largely de-
pend on the establishments of his party's
principles.
His knowledge OF men and affairs, his
executive ability and his great versatility
OF talent pre-eminently entitle him to the
highest consideration.
Whitelaw Reid, in his humor, spoke the
truth when he said that "while two States
claim him, he is bright enough for the
No stronger, no better equipped m an can
be founR than the Senator from Ohio
Calvin S. Brics.
JAMES E. CAMPBELL.
We have still another-A man whose
character, talent, splendid courage and
staying qualities are attracting the atten-
tion OF the country. Young in years, ripe
In ability, the older Dem ocracy applauds,
while the younges Democracy follows
him.
1t Is felt everywhere that he is we'll
fitted for Presidential duties, and entirely
worthy of Presidential honors. He, too,
exemplifies the possibilities of American
life.
From the walks of poverty, step by step,
he mounted, until he reached the pin
nacle honor OF his native State.> On his
way to eminence he also served his
country in the day of travail. Later, in
the halls of legislation, he was conspicu.
Gus in his efforts to advance Democratic
principles. Twice he carried the stand
ard OF our party In State contests for it's
chief Office, and once he bore il to victory.
The acclaims Of his triumph were not
confined to the limits of his State; they
echoed in every Democratic heart in the
land. In the second contest, disaster, but
not dishonor, overlook him. He made as
gallant fight as was in the power Of
mortal.
To insure his defeat, it was necessary
that 1 corporate power, protected industries
and the teeming wealth of the Republi-
cans OF every State combine aud empty
their treasures into the Mckinley cam.
paign fund. Never has there been a
campaign in this State where the odds
were SO largely against Democrat. True
he went down, but in his misfortune he not
only received the sympathy, but retained
the confidence of his fellow Democrats.
Ohio is proud of him, and would delight
to see as the Presidential candidate, our
own peerless James E Campbell.
OTHER CANDIDATES.
And why go further-StilI there are
hosts of Democrats whose distinguished
services and eminent abilities entities
them to this proud consideration.
Time would fail me were to speak Of
Whitney, of Flower, of German, of Rus
sell, of Pattison, of Gray, of Palmer, of
Morrison, of Carlisle, of Boies, and OF
others.
The Democratic convention will meet
the expectations of the party, and name
the next President of these United States
again congratulate you that you are
Democrats.
Your creed is simple one--It is that by
| which God governs the world. He has nc
privileged classes. Before Him tho king
! and the cotter are equals. The same dews
that crown the princess kiss the feet of the
peasant girl. He has no blessings for the
one that He does not assure to the other
The aim of Democracy is to apply to the
| affairs of men the principle of Gods JUS
| tice and mercy. Your creed, therefore, il
| brief, yet comprehensive as are the needs
and wants of man. Cling to 1t, labor fol
| its establishment, that you may guarantee
| the largest blessings to you and yours, and
insure tho perpetuation of liberty to man
kind