New-York tribune., 1906-11-24
vxposurs Of wrongs and the frank discussion OF

Uxposurs Of wrongs and the frank discussion os
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But we should visit with swift condemnation
every effort to substitute vituperation for arsu-
uaent. to create q false perspective and TO give
Eein TO the passions Of the thoughtless- we
may well be concerned at indications or lmpa-
tience with law and with the orderly processes
OF government. And it should be our aim, SO
Tar as possible, TO remove the causes OF rrta
ton by insistence upon Just and impartla! ad-
ministrauon.
We desire sober earnestness. We demand
Jealous regard for facts. We want a spirit OF
Sair play toward individuals, toward institutions
toward the public. We desire the rule OF the
judgment of free people alive TO the respon, n
IL set ourselves against any attempt to evoke
the monster Of unreason. the common enemy OF
all which would threaten society itself
The people expect and are entitled TO have the
government administered for their benefit. They
will not tolerate leadership which serves sell sell
interest connives at the sacrifice or the puplo
welfare TO private advantage. They insist upon
disinterested and intelligent service In every de-
partment In all efforts 10 promote the success
OF the Republican party let IL be remembered
that public service is the best politics.
offices as strongholds, by the possession of which
through clever tactics popular assault may De
resisted. Rather should they be REGARDED sl,ss as
opportunities 10 win the pubic connoence
through the efficient performance OF duty
HIS BASIS OF APPOINTMENTS
do not believe that it is necessary that I
should say. but / do say, that in the case or
every appointment j shall require. apart from
other evidence OF fitness, satisfactory assur-
ances Of complete devotion TO the public inter
est This is the just demand of the people. IL
IS the demand of the Republican party. And l
may add that while hope have the cordial
cooperation of all who share in the work or
sdministratton I shall be solictous that every
man who does his duty by the people shall re-
ceive the credit 20 which he is individually en-
titled. He should be held in honor by the party
as a worthy representative of its aims, and
should enjoy the popular esteem which is the
unfailing reward OF recognized fidelity.
II IS q healthy sentiment which demands the
rigorous enforcement OF the law. It is not for
the public good that legal processes should be
used 20 compass sensatonsi ends or that tne
law should be strained TO meet cases not ialriy
within its purview. We do not want fiurries IN
legal procedure but dignifed, sustained i'm
partial and fearless enforcement OF the pro-
visions OF our statutes upholding the rights OF
the public. and terror 10 all wrongdoers. great
and small. Where the law is deficient and
nee6ful powers of supervision and regulation
have not been conferred. let the matters be
<rarhIy discussed the mischief defined and the
remedy proyided. But cannot afford to per-
init or institutions to be discredited by the
spectacle OF wrong condoned and of the evasion
and disregard OF restrictions which nave been
imposed in the public interest
CONCERNING CORPORATIONS.
Particularly is this true in relation to corpo-
rate activities which are carried on by the con-
sent Of the state, and are subject to well defined
conditions. 1t is easy, when personal contofl
and convenience suffer. 10 overlook the diffi-
culties in the way of the speedy solution of our
problems particularly with reference TO trans
portation But what the people want, and
rightly expect. IS TO have these matters taken
un i'm an intelligent and direct effort with
prblic spirit and recognition of public needs 10
achieve the desired result They do not want
injustice done any legitimate interest. but
they do want justice 20 the community
II Is not my purpose at this time 20 formu-
late 2 policy. ] shall not anticipate the sub
mission 20 the Legislature in the appropriate
manner OF such matters as may form the sub
jeCt Of recommendation. Nor shall deal IN
be presented for executive action. l Simply
desire indicate TO you what l am sure Is In
the minds OF aI, that the people are IN no
mood 10 tolerate indifference TO the pubic inter-
ests and must in an orderly way, as be-
hooves those who believe in constitutional gov
eminent, but none the less effectively. address
ourselves TO the removal Of abuses which have
YeXed the public patience.
In the work before US 1 invite and. as have
said. I rely upon your cooperation. You may
give this by your advice and by your candid
criticism. do not ask you to withhold censure
of what YOU do not approve, but L nope you Will
find occasion 10 impugn my motives or to
ascribe to me any desire other than 10 be an
efficient instrument of good government.
HIS OWN SPOKESMAN.
II may be proper 10 add that l shall be my
own spokesman Pleasant as have been the in
innate relations which I have sustained with
many Of you, and desirous as / am at all times
10 have me full benefit of your friendship, II is
proper and necessary that l should reserve for
myself the privilege and the duty OF stating my
personal views.
II is pleasure TO express appreciation of the
hard work which done in the campaign. At
last have found out what a political campaign
IS like. / desire 10 extend 10 the state chairman,
10 the members Of the state committee 10 the
officers and assistants at headquarters. TO the
county chairmen and TO the district workers. TO
the orators and spellbinders. TO those who pre-
pared and TO those who circulated argument to
the great number who attended to the minor but
important details Of management, 70 all who Ia
bored for the success of the ticket my hearty
thanks ! say this not simply q personal
tribute. but in grateful recognition Of service 10
q common
Nor should We forget the men of proved inde-
pendence who voted with US and against their
party, refusing for the sake of party loyalty to
sanction the betrayal of Democratic principle.
1t is not a pleasant duty 10 vote against party
with which one has long been connected and
who have benefited from their action should
gladly give them the honor that is their due. Let
us see TO It that in administering the affairs OF
the state In a Just and honorable manner we may
not only invite but shall command their con-
tinued confidence
We should also recognize the fact that we
may count upon the support Of many Of those
deeds the sincerity of words. For many Of
our fellow citizens party lines have but small
significance. They are anxious for results and
care but little for the banner under which they
are achieved They are not moved by partisan
appeal, but they prepared TO indorse and
support an administration OF proved integrity
and capacity W" should not proceed upon the
assumption that have implaca Bile enemies
obvious and reasonable demands OF the people
We may greatly enlarge our support.
RECOGNIZES DIFFICULTIES.
I enter upon the task to which have been
assigned without illusion. l know its difficulties
am fully aware Of the opportunities which will
be presented for divergence OF view and mis-
construction Of intention. But | propose with
your help, to go forward and discharge TO the
best OF my ability the obligations which shall
assume on taking the oath of office.
There here the veterans of many CAM
paigns. Many OF you have given the best part