Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1897-03-06

often of the inspiration of the popular
will, and the country of the correspond
ing benefits. 1t is evident. therefore.
that 10 postpone action in the presence
OF so great a necessity would be rnwise
OF The part of the executive. because I'M
just to the interests of the people. Our
actions now will he freer from mere
partisan consideration than II the Ques-
ton of tariff revision was postponed I'M
til the regular session of congress. We
are nearly two years from congress
sicnal election. and politics cannot so
greatly distract MS as il such contest
was Immediately pendint;. We can APP
proach the problem calmly and patriot
tully. without fearing its effect upon an
early election. Our fcllow-citizens who
may disagree with US upon the charac
ter of this legislation. prefer to have the
question settled now, even against their
preconceived views-and perhaps set
tied so reasonably, as, l trust and believe
it will be, as to insure great permanence
than to have further uncertainty men
acing the varied business interests of the
United States Again. whatever action
congress may take will he given a fair
opportunity for trial before the people
are called to pass judgment on it and
r!shtful and lasting settlement of the
question. In view of these Considera-
tons. l shall deem 1t my duty as presi-
dent, to convene congress in eNtraordi-
nary session on Monday, the 18th day of
March. 1897.
In conclusion. | congratulate the
country upon the fraternal spirit of the
lcople and the manifestation of good
Will everywhere so apparent The recent
election not only most fortunately dem
onstrated the obliteration of sectional
or geographical lines, but to some ex-
tent also the prejudices which for years
have distracted our councils and marred
our true greatness as a nation. The
triumph OF the people, whose verdict is
carried into effect today Is not the tri-
uinph of one section, or wholly one party,
but of all sections and all the people.
The North and South no longer divide
on the old lines. but upon principles and
policies; and in fact surely every lover
Of the country can find cause for true
felicitation. Let us rejoice in, and Gull
tivate this spirit. it Is en0bling and will
be both gain and blessing to our be-
loved country. it will be my constant
aim to do nothing and permit nothing to
be done that will arrest or disturb this
growing sentiment of unity and CO.
operation, this revival of esteem and
utilization which now animates so many
thousands in both the old antagonistic
sections, but shall cheerfuly do every
thing possible to promote and increase
II.
Let me again repeat the words of the
cath administered by the chief justice
which, in their respective spheres, 50
l,t 1t<rl Al
my countrymen observes: Il will faith
fully execute the office of president of
the United States, and will, to the hes.
OF my ability, preserve, protect and de-
tend the constitution of the United
States"
This is the obligation have reverently
taken before the Lord most high. To
rely on the forbearance and assistance
keep 1t Will be my single purpose my
constant prayer and shall confidently
of all the people in the discharge of my
solemn responsibilities.
Vice President Hobart's Address.
The following is the address of Vice
President Hobart, delivered upon his in
duction into office:
Senator's: To have been elected TO
preside over the senate OF tho United
States is a distinction which any citizen
would prize, and the manifestation of
cofldence which it implies Is an honor
which / sincerely appreciate.
My gratitude and loyalty to the peo-
rle of the country, to whom owe this
honor. and my duty to you as well, de-
mand such a conservative, equitable and
conscientious construction and enforce
mt of your rules as shall promote the
we'll being and prosperity of the people,
and at the same time conserve the
time-hOnored presidents and established
traditions which have contributed to
make this tribunal the most distin-
guished of the legislative bodies of the
world.
In entering upon the duties of the Of
flee to which l have been chosen, l feel
q peculiar delicacy, for | am aware that
your body with whom, for u time, 1 will
be associated, has had but small voice
In the selection of it's presiding officer.
and that l am called upon to conduct
your deliberations, while not, perhaps,
your choice in point of either merit OF
fitness.
1t will be my constant effort to aid you,
Sc far as / may, in all reasonabl expedi-
ton Of the business of the senate, and
may be permitted to express the belief
that such expedition is the hope of the
country. All the interests of good gov
eminent and the advancement toward a
higher and better condition of things
call for prompt and positive legislation
at your hands. To Obstruct the regular
course of wise and prudent legislative
action, after the fullest and freest dis
cussion, is neither consistent with true
senatorial courtesy, conducive to the
welfare of the people. nor In compliance
with their just expectations.
While assisting in the settlement of
the grave questions which devolye upon
tie senate of the United States, it will
be my endeavor to so guide it's delibera-
lions that Its wisdom may be made fruit
full in works, whilst at the same time ex-
ercising such fairness and impartiality
within the rules Of the senate as shall
deserve. at least, your good opinion for
the sincerity of my effort.
Unfamiliar with your rules and man.
ner of procedure 1 can only promise that
I will bring all the ability possess to
the faithful discharge Of every duty as
1t may devolve upon me, relying always
upon your suggestions, your advice and
your cooperation and should feel I'M
equal to the task did not trustfully an
ticipate that indulgent aid and consid-
Grafton which you have at all times given
to my predecessors. and without which
could not hope to acquit myself to your
satisfaction or with any degree of per-
sonal credit.
1t shall be my highest aim to Justify
the confidence that the people have re-
posed In me by discharging my duties in
such manenr as to tighten your labors,
secure your appreciation of my honest
effort to administer your rules with an
eye single to the public good and promote
the pleasant and efficient transaction of
the public business.
trust that our official and personal
relations may be alike agreeable; that
the friendships we may form here may
be genuine and lasting and that the