Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1827-11-28
Vol. IV.-No. 81.

ans and Mr. Clay not guilty OF the charge of cor-ur-
W. 50 o"en aud SO constantly alleged against then.
we oene'e their innocence may be established 10 the
Satisfaction OF majority of the people Of VIRGINIA. but
~ Is IN VAN To expect this result, bv the decision of
community when tue accusations and evidence and ar
guhenis 10 s;,siain tho charges submitted 10 the
consideration OF set OF readers and the
and the arguments on the other side have been seen
by those whose minds had been pro occupied with
suspicious their guilt We DO not believe that tho
great body of the people of Virginia have vet made
up their final decision the Presidential uues,ion
and 1t 1t be true that majority Of those who by their
talents and virtues have deservedy acquired the esteem
OF their neighbours and who, in measure fashion flo
Pnohc mind and guide public sentIment have decar.
Gu in favour OF Gen. jackson, yet this circumstance
ought not in our opinions TO discourage those who
thhS with us, in their endeavors to prevent the cleo
tion OF one who presents other claims 20 our suf
Toges but the merits of successful General: and If
The ordinary mode of discussing the merits and demcr
IT'S OF political aspirans, and the policy n,d inpolcv Of
puoiic measures does not, under existing circums,u.
ccs, afford fair opportunity for the formation of an
enlightened public sentiment recourse sboul,i be had
10 another mode of publication.
resolved therefore, that we respectfully suggest 10
me convention proposed to be held in the city of Rich
nond' The expectancy of publishing in pamphlets an
address TO the people of Virginia. the subject of tho
approaching Presidential election, accompanied with
snch documents and proofs as, in the opinion of tho
Convention will present 10 the consideration of Tho
people The principles of opposition the election of
Cen Jackson, aud will furnish tho best defence of MI,
Adams and Mr. Clay against the charge of corruption
ton, and that Charles Hill, Robert Pollard William
Temple and Robert NJ. Spencer, Esqs and Col.
william Garne,i, be appointed delegates represent
IN said Convention the citizens this county opDose
TO Tie election Of Gen. jackson
Resolved, that Hugh Campbell. Captain joseph
Pollard, DR. Christopher b. Fleet, Robert b. Sen,nie
Jr. Baylor Temple, Captain Robr Walker, JaIncs
Smith, Capt Robert Courtney, Col. Reuben NJ. Car
nett Henry Gresham. jr Richard Gaines, Captain
Robert NJ Spencer, John Mann, John Sonthgatr,
George b. !"lndexier, Captain Thomas Haynes Peter
/ 4. Pollard, Edward Fox, William Todd, Thomas
/ t-nnpkins John Pollard, Lewis Brooke, PLil:p n
Pendeton, and DR.. John Duval. be appointed a com
mtiee OF correspondence for the purpose of concert
ing and adopting such measures may be deemed
necessary 10 give effect 10 the object of this meeting
and with power 10 supply any vacancy in the delegS.
Ton from this country bY OF either of the DEL
eg!es being prevented from attending.
Resolved, that the Editors of the Enquirer and Wbi-
be requested 10 publish The foregoing preamble nn.i
resolutions, and that the proceedings of this NICE
be signed by the chairman and secretary
ROBERT POLLARD, Chairman
RoB'r SpgNcEn, jr Secretary