Sentinel of the valley. [volume] (Woodstock, Va) 1841-1848, 1843-10-05

states adopt the same method of ap-
pointing delegates to the convention,
serious difficulties must arise in its or
ganlzation, and that there must necessa-
! rlly be an inequality of representation
between the states that have adopted diff
ferent methods in appointing their dele
gates. For instance, if Virginan adopts
the district system, and Delaware that
heretofore persued, there will not be an
equality representation.
New York has already spoken upon
this subject; and her voice is against the
district system. Other states have also
spoken against that plaE. And we doubt
not, that when all the states shall lave
spoken, the popular voice will be found
against the district system.
Tenth Legion, will perceive that we
have not fully committed ourseif for or a.
gainst any particular manner of appointing
delegates; though we have expressed our
preference for the old plan. 1t is the
part of wisdom to exercise moderation
and deliberation in all matters Of this
kind. A hasty conclusion, Or rash act,
might discomfort the action of the whole
Republican party. Suppose the respect
i've friends Of the individuals whose names
have been mentioned, were to commi.
themselves fully and uncompromlslngl
upon all the points of difference between
them; what would the result be 1t
would be impossible to arrive at an ami
cable adjustment of those differences
and the result must be the formation of
two parties, both contending for the same
political principles! Such state Olaf
fairs would secure us certain defeat
disgraceful defeat. We have no strength
to spare. 1t is exceedingly doubtful
whether Mr.. Van Buren, can be elected,
if nominated, without the support Of the
friends of MIR. Calhoun; and it is abSo-
Mtely certain that the latter cannot be ell
ected without the hearty concurrence of
the supporters of the former.
If this be correct view of the subject
and we believe it is-what is to be
done ? The patriot-thc man more de-
voted to those principles, upon the triumph
of which are suspended the vast interests
of the country, than to men, will find no
difficulty in responding, by exhibiting a
spirit of honorable compromise.
We can assure our correspondent that
we have not the remotest idea of surren'
dering 'vital rights that are just and rea-
sonabe,' upon any condition whatever
not even after general consultation
with the friends Of our party; for we
confidently believe that no true friend
of sour party,'-no ardent supporter oil
its vital Chfe-giuing rights, would
compromise or barter them away. If
at any time, it shall be manifest that the
views expressed in the address of the
Richmond Convention meet with gener-
al acceptance, we are prepared to give
them hearty support. If not, we are
willing to meet those who may differ
with us upon honorable terms.
We invite discussion upon this sub
iect in our columns. upon both sides o.
the question. Whether the district system
shall be odopted?-as the subject Of ap
pointing a delegate from this district ha:
already been agitated. Let US have al
interchange Of sentiments upon this sub
|ject. We should be glad to hear from
Tenth LEGION and others who feel ar
interest in the success of our principles
and of those men who are most compe
tent to carry them out triumphanuy.
Since writing the above, we received
the Richmond Enquirer, containing thu
subioined letter from Col. BeaIe, of Thu
county, in answer to MIR. Ritchie's Cir
cular:
Shenandoah County, Sept. 8, 184S
Dear Sir: Asa member of the Repub
ican party, and at your suggestion, an
swer to the questions propounded to til,
persons of that party in your Circular il
the Enquirer Of the 24th of August.
1st Question: '0ought Virginia un
compromisingly to insist upon voting il
: the National Convention, according t.
the mode which was recommended b,
cur last State Conventon-that is, tha
her district delegates, instead of voting
per capita, should give the whole Elec
toral vote of the state, en- masse?'
Answer think not For the rea
son, that that mode Of voting is the ont
our party have always used in the ex
ercise of our power against our poitica
A.