Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1841-04-06

C0WMUNTC7TED
Ii having been previously announced al the last Is.
sex Court, that the Hon. Robert NJ. /. Hunter would
visit King William on last Monday, to mngle with his
old political and personal friends, the annuncation ex'
cited intense xietv this and the contermnous coun
ties and our Court green thronged at an early hour
with dense gathering of the yeomanry OF the county
The marks of attention and the demonstrations OF gra-
titude and enthusiastic regard paid Mr. Hunter was
quite an engaging aud imposing Friend and Toe
sought him out testify the merlled tribute OF hearty
welcome to that viruuus and patriotic cilIzen MI.
Garter NJ Braxton, who resides contiguous TO the
Courthouse could not resist the obligations OF mered
Justice and he did not dsdan TO evInce The most hat
terng and respectful attention TO his opponent IN all OF
their collcquia intercourse, though could but observe
his res,essness under these coureses and chagrn al
tile eclat and warm reception Indicated Tor hs rival =
Mr.. Braxton about twelve O'Clock, mounted Tie ros-
:rum, and harangued the multitude for about three
hours in relation his tolls and sacrifices 10 subserye
the dearest interests of the modern Democracy, and
1.-The supposed alterations of his rlvalTo his most os-
'tensibe detrimcnt, he made low bow and retired
doubtless fearing the castlgaton that was 10 follow
Mr.. Hunter II advancing 10 the stand, cast upon ms
iopponent look of calm and snblme regret, and then
Survey we'd his audience with smile Of consciousness, OF
Ian suspicious vindcaon and decision, If the people oil
King William would meie hm sheer justice. lis de-
fence was spirited and rcpulsve and with his cnrac
leristc pac temper, odcsty and reverence Tor the
feelings OF every gentleman. lie rcpu!sed The shafts
of his adversary md drew from his audience acciama
tons and smiles OF appreciation upon every act OF has
political life, and the expression OF his political creed
Mr. Braxton put in a rejoinder, which did not hear
AT the conclusion of Mr.. II $ remarks, n motion was
made and reiterated until the very welkln rang for
meeting ofal persons friendly TO the re election Of H.
IT. Hunter Whcreupon vast concoursr, without dis
elimination of party, assembled in Mr.. James Thorn
ton Tavern to testify their respect and undated
fdence in the public and private character, IN the in
corruptibiity aad patriotism Of Robert Nj. l. Hunter
ESQ., and also to nominate him for reelection 10 the
Compress Of the L. S.
The meeting having come order, on motion of Mr.
Thos. w. S Gregory, Gen. Philip Aylet, was called
upon TO preside the action of the meeting, and
Capt. VIM Washington appointed Secretary
The Chair in very lucid and able manner explained
the object and purpose Of the occasion. Whcreupon'
Mr.. Thos. w s. Gregory offered for the adoption oil
the meeting the suboined preamble and resolutions
winch were unanimously approved
AVE. portion of the people Of King William coun-
tv, assembled without distinction Of parties in public
meeting, 10 consider the justice and propriey Of unit
ing in support of r. NJ j. Hunter, ESQ., candi 4
date for reelection TO Congress in this district, do here
bv honestly and fcaressy declare, that they believe
frequent to first principles is enoined By thr
sacred duties of patriotism; that the only by
which enlightened and pure love Of country cxcrt
itself 10 promote, in practice the full and perfect dcve
opment Of our free system Of government guard the
Constitution against criminal usurpaton and throw OFF
the occasional corruptions which all governmental in.
stitutions are liable to contract That IN reference o
the present of public affairs and Ice organization
of parties they do freely, and in good faith, agree to
the following rules and prIncp of political action n
relation TO the choice of representative Congress
for this district
Let the contest for be considered over and let
us now contend for principles Let agree 10 unfurl|
the banner of States Rights principles, gloriousy|
raised by Virginia in go; aud now, then let al
who are ready and willing TO fight under that brightest
of all banners be regarded true Republicans. Let us
have chieftan leader party drill but pure and
sacred reverence for "the lOn eheriShed principles Of
Virginia: those great principles which bear her name
and which throw around that name bright and cheer
ing light. Let make firm stand on principles
against the tide of usurpaton, now threatening in
undate our country. Let us become united on those
prncpes-and whilst, true patriots, we give to the
present Administration honest approval of all that
may be done right, let US, in the same spirit openly
and honestly condemn all that may be done wronr-|
Let us agree TO require, the condition of our sup.
port strict adherence 10 the prescribed powers of al
written Constitution, honestly construed. By those
tests let try the course and the measures of the
present Administration Of the Federal Government
and approve, according 10 lis dement's or its
merits. Let the senseess prejudces Of party strife
no longer keep asunder those whom interest and com
mon safety ought 10 keep united Let the South anti,
cipate the approaches Of danger and make ready for
the worst that may find for ourselves, let us
agree remember the declaration and Tic act Of this
meeting honorable and patriotic bond Of union DC
State Rights Whigs and State Rights Democrats 4
Therefore,
Resolred unanimously by this mecting, That they
properly appreciate the honesty, patriotism and ability
of R. NJ. T. Hunter, ESQ.,, and that uninfuenced by
the misdrected shafts of party so often aimed at him
they will most cordially unite with his other friends n
this District in effort to reeect him to Congress
Rcsoiced That Committee composed of the follow.
ing gentlemen-Thos. W. S. Gregory, Major Thos
Dabney, Heath J. Christian and James Roane be up
pointed to whit upon the Hon R. Nj. T. Hunter, ten
der to him the respects Of the meeting and inform him
of his nomination. The Committee went in pursuit of
Mr. Hunter, TO inform him of the action of the meet.
ing; but he had just left.
Rcsolrcd unanimously, That this meeting earnestly
request the Editors of the Wing and Enquirer TO give
the proceedings of this meeting an early insertion
There being other business for the consideration of
The meeting, it adjourned, sine die.
co-MNuA1csTED.
SENATORIAL ELECTION.
1t seems to be known to very few that the election
of Senator represent the District represented in the
last Legislature by James Lyons, ESQ., will take place
this Spring. Is it taken for granted that Mr.. Lyons
will be the only Candidate or that there will lie MOI
canddate' Why this stiffness about the matter Isl
Al, in Tho D;ofr, uho n