St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1898-06-08
CIRCUIT OR READp
Soldier Record Contrasted.

Judging from the manner in which
some of the state papers are drawing
comparisons between the war records OF
the two candidates for congressional
honors in the second district Judge Read
might well have prayed to have been
delivered from his over jealous friend
who first announced that Read was
soldier He probably was a good one,
all Vermonters were, but the fact he was
drafted into the service stands out
poorly in contrast with the prompt ac-
ton of his opponent, the present con-
gresham from the district.-[ Montpelier
Record.
No Change at this Crisis.
The principal and in fact about the
only argument offered by Mr.. Reads
supporters is that Gen. Grout has had
the office long enough. While the voters
might be inclined to listen to this argu-
mcnt at another time, there can be no
question of doubt but that the country
needs it's most experienced men in con-
gress at thisg grave crisis-by far the most
important since the great civil war
Mortified News.
CIRCUITS Experience Counts.
Judge Reads experience: His legisla-
tive career has been brief. Gen. Grout on
the contrary, has the benefit OF years
spent in congressional life. Just
now, with war on, and so much that
needs attention to secure our deserts at
Washington, it would be serious error.
as we view it, to make change. While
we believe in routine in office as princi-
pie, we want to be sure that we are not
sacrificing anything when change is
made.-[ Randolph Herald and News.
A Word from Reads County.
The report that Hon. Frank Plumley
and his friends are actively working
against Gen. Grout is false and without
foundation. Since Mr.. Plumley's with
drawal from the contest he has been
taking no interest whatever in the matter
and many Of his active friends are now
strongly supporting Gen. Grout. We
believe Washington county will be prac-
tically solid for the general Whining
ton Times.
Why Nota
The only objection yet advanced to the
reelection of Gen. Grout in the second
district, which has even the semblance OF
sense on the face of it, is that he has had
it long enough and should give way to
somebody who wants it. This objection
can just as properly be made in the case
of Senator Morrill,. Why not? AS a
matter Of fact Gen. Grout is the most ef-
fective, favorably known, locally valued
| ey1 har Of m pOrecc Wo c,tprtA, ua
stands higher there than in his district
and honors and gives standing to his
district which is little realized at home.
This know from personal observation.
Il Burlington Clipper.
In Close Touch with Statesmen.
The very fact OF his continuous service
coupled with the point that we need a
man there that is in close touch with
leading men of the administration at this
trying time, is sufficient reason for con
tinuing Gen. Grout at his post. The idea
of turning him down simply because a
few are clamoring for a change is boyish
in the extreme. Gen. Grout is rything
claimed for Judge Read, with the obvious
advantage of experience in national
AFFAIRS Springfield Reporter.
Gen. circuit Doing his Duty.
AS a member OF the committee on wal
expenditures Gen. Grout is detained at
Washington when he should be at home
looking after his political canvass. But
the General will stay where his duty calls
no matter how much his personal mat
tiers may suffer. Yet his opponents say
that he has no recognition by the admin.
istration. Bosh! His committee is the
most important of all the committees at
Washington. This committee brings
him in touch with the secretary of war,
and through the secretary OF war, in
close touch with the Vermont boys at
the 'front.' Hardwick Gazette.
Reason for Advocating General circuit.
Our reasons for advocating General
CIRCUITS name for reappointment are
these: He is now recognized as one o
the leading members of congress- There
is nothing indirect in his nature. Hi.
guide.star is loyalty to the district which
he represents. He is the inspiration o
honesty. During his term of office a
Washington he has been highly honoret
in the committee room and house. Thu
second district should give Gen. Grout /;
reappointment and we believe it will
Waterbury Record.