The Whig standard. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1843-1844, 1844-05-29

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labored with panegyrics of such magnificent di-
mansions, as to be utterly unable to give birth to
the conceptions of his brain!
But we cannot dwell upon our friend John any
longer, much as we esteem him: and we are in |
earnest when we assure him that we do esteem
him. A convention in imitation of the usages Of
he two political! parties is decided upon the
aithful urged to manifest their admiration for
MIR. Tyler, and their confidence in his administra-
ion by holding meetings and proclaiming his vir-
tues to the world. Forthwith we see the Madi-
sonian filled with the proceedings of immense
and enthusiastic gatherings in various parts of
the country, all ringing the changes upon Tyler
and Texas" Justice to John Tyler" &C., &C.
though no one could tell from whence these pro
ceedings came, or who constituted the "immense
multitude" from whom they purported to come
Looking at the Madisonian, one would have sup
posed that the whole country was conyulsed with
the great purpose Of doing "justice to John Ty-
ler." Well this act of the farce was played out,
and then came that of gathering the delegates to
the National Convention together, and making
nomination. This, we are informed by gentle
man present, was the richest and most inimitable
thing that ever was played Oft.
The convention came together, and everybody,
members or not were mingled pell-mell togeth-
er-all voting. Officers were appointed, and
Immediately upon taking their seats about two
thirds of the convention sprung to their feet,
bawling out, "Mr. President" each desiring to
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Ter. Amid this confusion, increased by the cries
of order order ! order :" the voice of no one
could be heard. This scene prevailed for some
fifteen minutes, when some one managed to make
himself heard, and proposed that the convention
should be opened with prayer, and that the Rev.
DR.. Order, of Ohio be requested to make pray
er. To this there could be no objection, and it
was considered as carried without putting the
question.
Having appealed to God for his knowledge of
the motives of those who were there met, and in
voked his blessing upon their labors, Mr.. Order,
without changing his position, said, Mr.. Presi-
dent, wish to say few words to this Conven-
| ton" Surprising he was about to give them
lecture, or words of admonition, the members re-
| NAMED silent. Mr. Order then commenced a
speech predatory to introducing resolution NOM
| mating Mr.. Tyler; but as soon as his object was
perceived, a perfect bedlam was kicked up; every
member was upon his feet bawling, " Mr. Presi-
dent" "order," "order,' "order," g keep 81
lence," hear" shear" &c. At length an in.
dvidual sprang into the middle of the floor, and
with very big oath declared he ,oould be heard.
That they might preserve order, he moved that
four Sergeants- at Arms be appointed, and con-
stabulatory force procured. "Three cheers for
Texas" cried some one. No sooner said than
done. This demand was in order, and they were
given. Another scene of confusion ensued, no one
being allowed to get the start of the rest, in NOV
ing the nomination of Mr. Tyler. which seemed
to be the object of each one present AT length,
I" nine cheers for Tyler and Texas" were called
for and given, and some one moved that CON-
mttee of nine be appointed to communicate the
fact of his having been unanimously nominated
by the Convention, to Mr.. Tyler, which was car
ried ; and Mr.. Chopper, of Virginia, rose, and,
in speech Astounding with patriotic sentiment,
spoke just as if the man was in earnest, and
thanked the Convention, in the name of Virginia,
for the honor they had done her in selecting
candidate for the Presidency from the Old Do
mnon." This done, the Convention adjourned
to meet on Tuesday, yesterday morning. at 9
o'clock, when, we learned, that a committee of
nine was appointed to nominate Vice President
upon the Tyler ticket, and report at Washington
not to the Convention. We suppose it will be
the duty of the committee to start Immediately,
each in different direction, and endeavor to run
down, chase up, and catch man, and hold him if
they can, long enough to nominate him, and hav.
ing done this, report to the White House, and
then-ask their reward
Thus closes another act of this great national
FARCE, or Burlesque upon Republican Institu-
tions and usages.
Mr.. BARROW.
1t becomes us to express our sympathy with
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