The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1895-02-13

neIIed TO resnond TO al, encore. There az
peared to be SON ething appropriate IN the
sary of the man who freed her race but
1t was not that alone which accounts for
4. NJ Hardy, of the Second district. the
next speaker began by paying tribute
to Lincoln, after which he went for the
Democratic party in manner that brought
forth laughter. He said his mother had
told him to speak no i'll of the. dead, and
f ha s sna Of toers Of the
West who have to sell wheat for 40 cents
bushel demand bimetallism." Mr.. Hardy
sentiment of ninety-nine out OF every hun
bred in this part of the country is for a
lar. To the Indiana Legislature 1 would
say, remember the party that put you in
power. / believe the Republicans of Indi-
ana told you to reform the institutions of
the State and put the Republicans IN control
OF this great re MAS the ap Mr Hard
made his bow and took his seat amid
cheers.
George W. Ferris. of Terre Haute, the
next Congressman-elect to speak, called at
tention to the kindness and gentleness of
AM keeant to Judge of ths
individual characteristics of portion of
the, Indiana delegation. and Mr. Ferris
deal much with politics. but what he said
was in an earnest and straightforward way,
which pleased his hearers.
REFERENCE TO GEN. HARRISON.
Frank Hanly the young man from the
Ninth district, spoke next and he, too, made
a favorable impression. He referred to Gen.
Harrison as the sure candidate of the party
in 1896, and it was at least three minutes
before he could continue. Young men yelled
and old waved their hats, and the
name of the Hoosier President was repeat
ed again and again.
DR.. Hatch, the Congressman-elect from
the Tenth district, spoke next upon politi-
cal questions, and he talked hard sense.
Maj. George Steele. of the Eleventh district
told a story which captured the audience,
and after that he had undivided attention.
MS remarks were frequently appaluded.
Republican elected in 1896 WHOSE integrity
and ability shall be unquestioned; SO wise in
the knowledge and affairs of men as will
enable him to select and appoint advisors
and assistants for his political family; the
ministers, judges and heads of departments
all Republicans, men OF unquestioned in
tegrity. ability and peculiar fitness for the
various positions. Among other great quail
ties, these men should have the ability to
select as their assistants men Of integrity,
we'll qualified to fill the various positions
absolutely necessary under them. Applica-
ton for appointment should be made, either
voluntary or by suggestion. in writing, sup
ported by proper Endorsements. Should
there be lack of thorough acquaintance on
the part of the appointing power with the
applicant, would have them consult re-
liable business men who give attention to
our political affairs, attend conventions and
do proper and legitimate work on election
day. men who love their country, her in
stituticns a Republican form of govern
ment and are willing to work for it. Per-
Sfstent application, or demand for appoint
ment, I would have a disqualification.
Il would have a tenure of office of not
under under. four years, or over twelve, to be
cerned. This would not only obviate sweep
ing changes, but wearing men out in the
service. being sinecures in the departments,
or turned adrift. Because we have had no
official tenure for minor Offices men who
are now In the departments, worn out in
service 1 would retire with proper pay /
would. in this wise, infuse new blood from
time to time in the several departments,
greatly decreased and, at the same time, en-
courage party workers. All applicants might
yates, fresh from colleges. but more of them
would come from the business walks, from
men who would shoulder a gun and fight, if
necessary, to sustain our institutions. am
not unmlndful that this SavOrS of SpoiliSm,
but I am not asking more than l am will
ing to grant a Democratic administration.
I would not abridge its power of appoint
ment, or that of our Governor, If do ques-
ftion the wisdom of some of the Presidents
appointments nor make q pretense OF OBJ
serving law while violating it. Bear in
mind that am asking and expecting honest
men from President down to make the Sc
lections. This is running On an abandoned
road 1t is true, but 1t is traceable by sun
flowers. and If We prosper under our Re-
used again. We know from experience had
prior to the enactment Of this law, that
piled for places or would accept them, was
very small Is it wise to embarrass political
aspirations? To encourage political nonen-
tity? Earnings out political responsibilities
will not be prosperous industry In America.
1 will not ask my friends to pull off their
coats and elect me, and then turn my PACK
on them, If / can help it.
although not at the helm, we have great
an If eondenee I ast November in
the present administration was greater than
was ever given before. The people took
the first opportunity as loyal citizens to
stay the hand that was striking them In
State matters, our legisla tors will honor
this expression, by faithfully keeping the
promises we made on the hustings, by
the enactment of laws, placing the gov
eminent of our penal institutions and in
boards. by absolutely fair apportionments,
ETC. In national matters, 1t will be con-
coded that with Senate unfIiendiy, =, ana
us, it is at least doubtful, If the Fifty
fourth Congress can more than calm the
anxiety of the people; but it can make the
effort, can offer better things, can inspire
confidence, give tenure of certainty to bust
aa ours eaneis With
| honest dollar, whether Of gold, silver, or
| paper. 1t will do it's part in protecting
laborers of any country, In providing
homes, and for pensioning our soldiers, in
restoring our reciprocal relations, in .s ex-
over more ships the stars and stripes. I
would give protection to the Hawaiians,
| who are coming to US with republican
| form of government, and asking to raise our
flag. Yes, / would have this great emblem
of the greatest country on earth, proudly
float at masthead in any land, or on
any where American industry, or Amer
lean citizenship calls it,
The audience did not break for the doors
| at the conclusion of Major Steeles speech,
| for it had been previously announced that
Miss Johnson was TO appear again. She
sang THE Swanee River and it WAS only
after she had refused to sing again, that
the crowd began to file from the hall.
MANAGERS AND DELEGATES.
Full List of Those Elected by the