Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-02-13

and, Of course, well calculated to embarrass-
Besides, thought his very modest suggestion, that
should pursue the magnanimous course of Col.
Hopkins, in declining reelection, very singu-
lar one. had never intimated nv intention OF
declining, whilst Col. Hopkins had long since
made known his intentions. Why, then should
the "voter from Scott" make this singular re-
quest? had heard of no dissatisfaction in my
District, as 10 my course in the Senate, and GER
lainly did no, feel at liberty 10 comply with the
request Of the "Voter from Scott" Pending this
state Of affairs, al the solicitation Of many valued
friends, consented that my name should again
be announced 10 the voters ofthe District for re-
election.
But, gentlemen, il appears to be the wish OF at
least large portion of the Democracy of the dis
trict, that Convention should be held-and
Convention properly and fairly organized must
be calculated 10 secure union and success and TO
the mandates of such Convention. thus orsani-
zed and conducted l am ready 10 bow in sub
mission. The glorious victory achieved in
November last, by the energy and united efforts
gladdened the heart of every Republican, should
stimulate and admonish us to stand firm and
united for the future, if We wish 10 maintain
those sacred principles commended for in that con-
test,--the advocacy and exposition Of which, Sc
cured US the victory. Having given my jealous
support, as humble and as Intellectual as il may
have been, in bringing about this glorious result,
rest assured, gentlemen that will be one Of the
last, TO do any thing, or pursue any course, con-
trary TO the wishes of majority Of that party,
with whom it has always been my pleasure and
my pride to act
II, therefore, in the judgment OF the Convention,
1t should be their pleasure TO beslow The nomina-
tion on me- shall unhesitalingly accept it not on
1,v ,>lo, al IS
newal Of their confidence in me. II, however, in
their judgment, they should think ii advisable TO
bestow the nomination on some other individual,
am ready 10 acquiesce with full determination
on my part TODD my duty, 10 give my humble, YET
Jealous support 10 the nominee. For, gentlemen,
in times like these, self should be left out of the
question: in maintenance Of the sacred principles
we contend for, and if under your deliberations
and mandate am to retire from the contest
can do so, with the proud and conscientious
satisfaction, that my whole effort in public
life, has been 10 represent my constituents faith
fully, and in behalf Of those principles and mea-
publican institutions, and the welfare and advance
ment Of the great human family.
We NAV readily conclude, thai the next Legs-
lalure will be one Of great interest and impor-
lance. The Convention question will again be
agitaled; the subject of Internal Improvements
also, with many other important matters-besdes,
a Governor and Councillor are TO be chosen
and, in all probability, T. S. Senator. How
important is it, then, that we should have De-
mocralic Legislature! With these facts staring
US in the face, how can any man, having the in
terest OF his party heart, pursue course calcu-
lated TO creale discord and dissatisfaction in the
ranks OF the partyl And am persuaded, when
you look back, and reSollect my course in 1887,
when RyEs, CAMPBELL, and host Of others,
proved recreant TO theirtrust-leftlhe Democratic
Party and Went over 10 the ranks OF the enemy
nay, when The Democracy were shaken and dis
tracted from quarter Of the Union TO the other
that stood firm and unshaken-when you must
recollect that through all the trying scenes from
that period 10 the present, stood firm and unwa,
Yering-you cannot for moment suppose mat
would faller now that the battle has been fought
| and the victory won.
II would have given me pleasure TO have ad-
dressed you upon other great and important ques-
tons, but have already extended this commun-
cation longer than anticipated Accept, gentle
men. for yourselves and those you have the honor
10 represent, assurances Of my high regard.
Respectfully, your obi ser'vt,
FAYETTE McMULLEN.
To George F. Ely, Valentine A. Woodland, Nj.
B. D. Lane-Committee.
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