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Rawlings (search for this): article 1
er from that gentleman in answer to a call made upon him through the Enquirer, expressing firm devotion to the South in this crisis, and consenting to the use of his name, While willing to accept guarantees from the North, he would, if they were not speedily given, vote for Virginia to take her place by the side of the seceding States. Mr. Wm. B. Smith nominated Wm. H. Macfarland. Mr. C. B. Luck nominated John M. Patton. The Chair.--Mr. Patton is already in nomination. Mr. Rawlings nominated James R. Crenshaw. Somebody nominated Marmaduke Johnson. Mr. John Purcell said he hoped it would be understood that all nominees must abide by the decision of the meeting. He asked if the gentleman who nominated Mr. Johnson could answer for him. Some one shouted, "Johnson is here — let him answer for himself." (Cheers and hisses.) Mr. Johnson arose, and the confusion still prevailing, the Chairman said he would vacate his place if order was not preserved. H
William Munford (search for this): article 1
. Randolph and Steger were nominated. Mr. N. B. Hill moved that the three highest be nominated by acclamation. This was objected to. Messrs. Tucker, Grattan, Crenshaw, Patton and Aylett successively withdrew their names, and expressed a hope that the meeting would unite upon the three highest candidates. Mr. O. J. Wise read a letter from Col. Geo. W. Munford, withdrawing his name from the canvass. A good many declared their purpose to vote for him any how, when Major Wm. Munford arose and stated that it was his father's wish to have his name withdrawn. Mr. Hill nominated Judge Robertson as the third candidate, and the question being put, there was a loud response in the affirmative. The Chair then announced the names of the three candidates selected--George W. Randolph, John O. Steger, and Judge John Robertson. Loud cheers followed the announcement. Mr. Randolph was called to the stand, and warmly greeted. After expressing his thanks, he said i
John Thompson Brown (search for this): article 1
part of the house, but the Chairman finally succeeded in restoring order. Mr. Eddins nominated Geo. W. Munford. Mr. Edgar Macon moved that the meeting adjourn. (Shouts of "No! no!") Mr. Brooke nominated P. R. Grattan. The row here broke out afresh, and there were symptoms of a determination to eject those who were prominent in disturbing the proceedings. Mr. Monteiro made several attempts to deliver a harangue, but was finally prevailed on to keep quiet. Mr. John Thompson Brown moved that twelve tellers be appointed. Adopted. The Chairman appealed to outsiders to preserve order. It was a shame that the people could not hold a primary meeting without being subjected to constant interruptions. (Applause.) Mr. Thos. H. Wynne seconded the nomination of Mr. Munford, and read a letter from that gentleman in answer to a call made upon him through the Enquirer, expressing firm devotion to the South in this crisis, and consenting to the use of his name,
William B. Smith (search for this): article 1
eting without being subjected to constant interruptions. (Applause.) Mr. Thos. H. Wynne seconded the nomination of Mr. Munford, and read a letter from that gentleman in answer to a call made upon him through the Enquirer, expressing firm devotion to the South in this crisis, and consenting to the use of his name, While willing to accept guarantees from the North, he would, if they were not speedily given, vote for Virginia to take her place by the side of the seceding States. Mr. Wm. B. Smith nominated Wm. H. Macfarland. Mr. C. B. Luck nominated John M. Patton. The Chair.--Mr. Patton is already in nomination. Mr. Rawlings nominated James R. Crenshaw. Somebody nominated Marmaduke Johnson. Mr. John Purcell said he hoped it would be understood that all nominees must abide by the decision of the meeting. He asked if the gentleman who nominated Mr. Johnson could answer for him. Some one shouted, "Johnson is here — let him answer for himself." (Cheer
Thomas P. August (search for this): article 1
do what they proposed to do. But having heard his name called, and fearing that his silence might be misinterpreted, he wished to say that he took no part in the proceedings. It was known that he was a candidate for the Convention, and all he wanted was a fair chance when the time arrived.--He did not consent to the use of his name in this meeting. [Cheers--"That's it!"] His name was already before the people, and if they preferred any other to represent them, he was content. Messrs. Thomas P. August, P. H. Aylett, Robt. F. Morriss, and John Robertson were also placed in nomination. Mr. Wm. A. Jinkins wanted to know if the gentleman who nominated Mr. Macfarland could say whether he would abide by the decision of this meeting or not. Mr. R. B. Ward was authorized to withdraw Mr. Macfarland's name. He was not present, and no one could answer for him. The noise was now so great that the Chairman repeated his purpose to vacate. He would not preside over such an ass
Edgar Macon (search for this): article 1
sound of Mr. Wootton's voice occasioned loud shouts from the galleries, but he manfully insisted upon his rights.) Mr. Wm. A. Jinkins nominated John O. Steger. Mr. H. L. Brooke nominated David I. Burr, but Mr. Burr at once declined. Mr. J. H. Chamberlayne nominated J. Randolph Tucker. At this stage of the proceedings, a row occurred in the eastern part of the house, but the Chairman finally succeeded in restoring order. Mr. Eddins nominated Geo. W. Munford. Mr. Edgar Macon moved that the meeting adjourn. (Shouts of "No! no!") Mr. Brooke nominated P. R. Grattan. The row here broke out afresh, and there were symptoms of a determination to eject those who were prominent in disturbing the proceedings. Mr. Monteiro made several attempts to deliver a harangue, but was finally prevailed on to keep quiet. Mr. John Thompson Brown moved that twelve tellers be appointed. Adopted. The Chairman appealed to outsiders to preserve order. It was a s
Eddins (search for this): article 1
. Wootton nominated John M. Patton. (The sound of Mr. Wootton's voice occasioned loud shouts from the galleries, but he manfully insisted upon his rights.) Mr. Wm. A. Jinkins nominated John O. Steger. Mr. H. L. Brooke nominated David I. Burr, but Mr. Burr at once declined. Mr. J. H. Chamberlayne nominated J. Randolph Tucker. At this stage of the proceedings, a row occurred in the eastern part of the house, but the Chairman finally succeeded in restoring order. Mr. Eddins nominated Geo. W. Munford. Mr. Edgar Macon moved that the meeting adjourn. (Shouts of "No! no!") Mr. Brooke nominated P. R. Grattan. The row here broke out afresh, and there were symptoms of a determination to eject those who were prominent in disturbing the proceedings. Mr. Monteiro made several attempts to deliver a harangue, but was finally prevailed on to keep quiet. Mr. John Thompson Brown moved that twelve tellers be appointed. Adopted. The Chairman appeale
John Purcell (search for this): article 1
ged, through the influence of which alone the proper weight and dignity could be given to a primary assemblage of the people. On motion of Mr. Brooke, Messrs. John Purcell, Thomas W. McCance, Thomas H. Wynne and James Alfred Jones were elected Vice Presidents. On motion of Mr. Todd, Mr. John Bell Bigger was appointed Sec Patton. The Chair.--Mr. Patton is already in nomination. Mr. Rawlings nominated James R. Crenshaw. Somebody nominated Marmaduke Johnson. Mr. John Purcell said he hoped it would be understood that all nominees must abide by the decision of the meeting. He asked if the gentleman who nominated Mr. Johnson could na. The meeting was subsequently addressed by Messrs. Wm. F. Watson, O. Jennings Wise and Jas. R. Crenshaw. The following preamble and resolution, prepared by Mr. Purcell, were offered by Mr. Wise, and adopted by acclamation: Whereas, The Legislature of Virginia has formally declared that any act of coercion, directed agains
William H. Macfarland (search for this): article 1
the North, he would, if they were not speedily given, vote for Virginia to take her place by the side of the seceding States. Mr. Wm. B. Smith nominated Wm. H. Macfarland. Mr. C. B. Luck nominated John M. Patton. The Chair.--Mr. Patton is already in nomination. Mr. Rawlings nominated James R. Crenshaw. Someust, P. H. Aylett, Robt. F. Morriss, and John Robertson were also placed in nomination. Mr. Wm. A. Jinkins wanted to know if the gentleman who nominated Mr. Macfarland could say whether he would abide by the decision of this meeting or not. Mr. R. B. Ward was authorized to withdraw Mr. Macfarland's name. He was not preMr. Macfarland's name. He was not present, and no one could answer for him. The noise was now so great that the Chairman repeated his purpose to vacate. He would not preside over such an assemblage. (Cries of "Don't resign! we'll have order!") The Chair.--Well, if you expect me to preside, you must preserve order. I cannot do it. I hope Richmond will no
William F. Watson (search for this): article 1
Jones were elected Vice Presidents. On motion of Mr. Todd, Mr. John Bell Bigger was appointed Secretary. Mr. Wm. F. Watson moved that Messrs. O. J. Wise, Wm. Old, Jr., and Robert Ridgway be also appointed Secretaries; but much noisy opposThat until the number of candidates to which Richmond is entitled shall be nominated. there shall be no speeches. Mr. Watson hoped the last resolution would be dropped. (Cries of "Oh, no!") He desired to counteract the influence intended to be they might not be influenced by specious or plausible argument--(cries of "take the stand!" "sit down!" "go on!") Mr. Watson then mounted the platform, and attempted to proceed, but every mention of Mr. Botts' name raised such a tempest that heobertson, who was absent from the city on a mission to South Carolina. The meeting was subsequently addressed by Messrs. Wm. F. Watson, O. Jennings Wise and Jas. R. Crenshaw. The following preamble and resolution, prepared by Mr. Purcell, were off
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