The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1852-07-12
From the Wilmington (N. CO. Herald.
RATIFICATION MEETINGS


The Wings of Raleigh and of Fayetteville have
held meetings to respond to- the nominations of the
late National Convention; but Chowun county
claims the credit of being fret in the field. We
learn, from the Bulletin that the ratification meet
ing held in Edenton, the evening Of the 2Sth
ultimo, one of the most enthusiastic political
gatherings, and one of the largest also that
sembled in the county. Colonel ROB BERT T. PAINE
was president, and JNo. A. BESnURY, secretary.
The following are the resolutions, which
"unanimously and with the greatest enthusiasm
adopted:
Rcsolprd, That the Wings of Chowan county re.
cognise in General WINFIELD SCoTr a devoted pa
triot and gallant defender of his country, and one
who has proved himself capable of dschargipg
with great ability every duty to which his country
has called him.
Resolved, That in VIM. A. GRAHAM we recognise
the man of noble and exalted public and private
virtue, and one whom the Wings Of North Carroll
have delighted TO honor
Resolved, That MILLARD FILLMORE was our first
choice for the Presidency but that will give to
WINrIELD SCoTT our cordial and hearty support
for President; that WILLIAM A. GRAHAM was our
first choice for Vice President and that pledge
to him our undivided support and as true Wings
we will use all honorable mcans to secure their
election.
Resolpcd, That the platform of principles adopt.
ed by the Wing National Convention meet with
our concurrence and approval; that they are prin.
governcd; and firmly believe them most con.
ducive the prosperity of the country, and to the
permanency Of our institutions.
RESOLVED, That this meeting do ratify and ap
prove the nominations mado by the National
Wing Convention, and the platform upon which
they stand.
After eloquent addresses by several gentlemen
the meeting resolved itsef into a Scott and Ora
ham Club; and president, vice presidents, and
secretary were appointed
The Bulletin remarks: "Not only Chowan coun-
ty, but the whole northeastern portion of North
Carolina, will go for Scott and Graham; and we
believe that the Old North State, notwithstanding
her preference for Mr.. Fillmore, will roll up as
largo a majority for the Wing ticket as che ever
gave before the misrule of Locofocosm commenc.
ed. What ticket the Wings have to support /!
The world renowned Scott, the pure and patriotic
| Graham, and the gallant Kerr! Let every Wing
enter the field armed and equipped to do battle for
the Wbigs and their country"
RecoIect that this is also Mr.. Outlaws district!
Ratification meetings are also being held in
| rous portions OF the country. The Wings gcncr-
ally everywhere seem determined TO bury all per-
sonal feelings and pref udiccs, and to flock around
that old standard in whose folds success reposcs.
Tho natural feelings Of disappointment in the re-
| lection Of favorite candidate arc wearing away,
and the party will present united front az in for.
mer years In the North and West tho enthusi
asm is great a nd increasing General Scott will
carry Kentucky by thousands; he will also sweep
Tennessee and Missouri Ohio will go for him.
| probably Illinois and he stands good chance in
Louisiana and Maryland. North Carolina cannot
| repudatc her Graham. Around and about We
the evidences Of success, and observe noble
hearted brothers rallying to the and lite prin-
ciples. Now, Wings of Wilmington, what do you
design doing? Are you for Scott, Pierce, or n
withdrawal from the contest altogether? Let US
understand each other! If for the former, is il not
time that you had moved in the matter? We pro
po" that melting TO rotyy and confirm u. nonina-
tions Of The Wing National Conrention be held 81
this to,cn at an early day. Who seconds the mo.
ton