Rensselaer Republican, Volume 14, Number 47, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 10 August 1882 — WHAT IS THOUGHT OF IT. [ARTICLE]

WHAT IS THOUGHT OF IT.

Opinions of Leading Republicans of tha Work of the Convention and the Political Outlook. Shortly after the adjournment of the convention, a representative of the Journal met Col. R. W. Thompson at tbe New-Deuison Hotel, and asked him what he thought of tbe gatbering. “It was an excellent convention,” said Colonel Thompson, "one ol the very best I ever attended. The proceedings were harmonious throughout, aud everybody seemed satisfied. For an off year, great enthusiasm was shown, and It was tempered with good judgment and a thorough appreciation of ths situation.” “What do yon think of the platform?” queried the reporter. “It is generally good, and the amendment plank is particularly well suited to tbe exigencies of the hour. I think it not only-expresses the opinion of the Republicans of tbe State, but of all fair-minded men generally. In short, it is satisfactory lo every regard.” “Do you regard tbe political outlook as encouraging in this State?” “So far as I can find out, It is decidedly so, although I have uot been around enongb to form a careful opinion. I can see ne reasou why the Renubllcans should not be suooeseful this year.” aiwrirsstinn that. thefOßVen.gates to-day honored me was because they had heard their fathers ana grandfathers talk about having worked with me in conventions years ago. Col. Thompson was suffering from a severe headache, aud ths reporter humanely refrained from questioning him further. Hon. W. H. Calkins: “It was one of tbs most orderly,intelligent and anthusiastio conventions I have ever attended, and its work will meet with the approbation of tbe people.” Hon. George I. Reed; “I am well satisfied with the day’s work. I think the platform will commend Itself to every thoughtful man in the State.” State Senator Lockridge, of Putnam county: “It will suit the people iu every part of the State mighty well.”