The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1852-07-12
From The dltrandrta Gazette.

/ Wing Ratification Meeting in Alexandrta.
In compliance with previous notice, ratification
meeting was held by the Wings Of Alexandria, at
Liberty Hall, on Thursday evening, July s. 1882.
The spacious room was crowded, and the best
feeling prevailed on the occasion. The Wings
from Washington were in attendance in full
force, accompanied by fine band of music, and
were warmly cheered on their arrival at the Hall.
The President called the meeting to order, and
explained its object.
Whereupon. Francis L. Smith offered the fol-
lowing resolutions ,.s
Resolued, That the platform adopted by the Ma
tionai Wing Convention at Baltimore is entitled to
our cordial appreciation and support KNOWING
no North no South, no East, no West, it rests OF,
the sacred guarantees of the American Consttu-
ton. .,. ..l. ....... ..
Resolped, That we heartily ratify and approve tho
nomination Of WISTIELp SCoTT candidate for
President, and WILLIAM A. GRAHAM as candidate
for Vice President, Of these United States. In the
one We have the greatest living captain, heroic in
the field as he ID wise In council and humane in
victory; exhibiting, as occasion demanded, the
highest talent for civil services In the other tho
enlightened statesman, the profound ,jurist, and
the exalted patriot. Under such leaders delight
to rally. "Steady, boys, steady!s 'r>
Res0Iued, That wheeling into line Of the great
Wing column now forming.we will manfuily bat
tie on until November next, when the voice of
grateful people shall proclaim that "Scotrs brigade
Ie0.'
Resolved. That the wise, pure, and just Admin
isration of MlLLAzD FILLMORE, in the faithful dis
charge Of every constitutional duty, stands sec
ond only to that Of George Washington. ..-s
Rssolued, That in DANIEL WEBsrER we recog-
mise the bold and powerful offender Of the Anlsri-
Gun Constitution. His fame reaching far above and
beyond any post office, wheresoever on earth
freedom has a votary there will his name be hon.
orpd. ...a.......a, ...-.-.. ,s;
RESOLVED, That in all our tolls, our struggles, and
in our hoped-f victories, we will ever fondIy
cherish the memory of that great light and leader
ofthe Wing party, HsNRr CLAY. sss--sE. .. ~
The Hon. Richard w. Thompson, of Indiana,
was then introduced to the meeting, and delivered
n most powerful and eloquent speech, for several
hours completely enchanting the attention of the
large and intelligent audience. Mr.. Thompson
frequently interrupted in the of his re.
marks by the most enthusiastic applause, and il
is to be regretted that no full report of his speech
was taken. as SO able vindication Of the policy
and course of the Wing party, in contrast with
that OF their opponents, and so powerful a presen-
worthy Of general circulation throughout tho
country ".. .F..E.r @. ,.h
The Hon. Samuel Chiffon was next introduced,
and made some excellent remarks, interpreted
with several capital hits at the bulletin lately is
sued by Mr.. Toombs and others, assigning their
reasons for declining TO sustain the nominees Of
the Wing Convention. @.@ |@- sS
At the close of Mr.. Chiton's speech. the vote was
tdhcH Oh TIC EcboullOHb OneFeu ny ana
they were unanimously adopted.
Three cheers we're given for Scott and Graham;
and the meeting adjourned. 50
A procession was then formed, and the Wings Of
Alexandria, bearing beautiful transparcnces re.
presenting the many brilliant victories of old Chip
pewa, escorted the Wings of Washington to the
wharf, when the latter embarked bomewards on
the steamer Phesix, about the noon Of night
8. SHINN, Chairman.
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