Semi-weekly standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1853-18??, 1853-12-14

The papers of hesitate are discussing the claims
are likely to be brought before the Convention which
will meet for the purpose of nominating candidate
for Governor. 1t is a matter of secondary imports
ance who receives the nomination-the Democracy
is largely in the ascendant and II the nominee stands
upon the platform of principles recognized by the
last State and National Conventions his election is
certain Therezmust be no compromising, no dodg-
ing. The distribution question must be met squarey
That question viii override all others in the canvass
and unless eandidatsis not only sound but above
suspicion, he will receive but the cold and lue-warm
support of this region. Opposition to it is cardinal
principles and nspte of dsorganizers and factionsts
if we remain true to creed victory will perch
upon our banner 1t is needless for US to say that
no gentleman however great his talents important
his past services have been expect to receive
the hearty and enthusiastic support of this District
who is not right on that question TWAS the ground
mainly upon which the last Congressional election
turned, and could not abandon our position with
out dereliction to our gallant standard-bearer Mr..
Craige 3
We will not enter into argument upon this ques-
ton this time it fully and freely discussed in
our columns last summcr-.nd we yet to hear of
the first distribution Democrat in this District.
Either of the gentlemen whose names have been
mentioned in connexion with the could carry
the State by overwhelming majority and add new
lustre to the office. Individually, we prefer Hon.
John w. Ellis, but will support cordially the nomi-
nee-having full confidence in the selection the Con-
ventiOn may make Possessed of commanding tai
ents suaVity of manners, antecedentS, which show
his devotion the principles of the party to which
he has rendered acceptable services, Judge Ellss
would add strength to cause; and his
unwavering good fortune be a talisman of victory.
SO great his personal popularity, and the con-
tdence with which he inspired his friends that he
repeatedly elected to the Commons from the old
Federal County of Rowan Since his elevation to
the Bench, the dignity, ability, and courtesy with
which he presides, has won for him friends in every
District in the State. His popularity with the young
men-the active, efficient working men OF the party
his familiarity with the political history of the coun-
try, his soundness upon all questions at issue, to-
gether with his fine argumentive powers point him
| out as the most available man.
1t is important that should organize for the
conflict at an early day. We hope in order to Sc
full attendance and have fair expression OF
opinion that time will be fixed upon for the hold
ing of the Convention, that will make it convenient
for delegates from all parts of the State to be pres,
! ent. The last Convention met in May. Many OF
! the Courts in this circuit come in that month,
which will prevents full attendance from this section
! if that time is again selected.
We call upon the Raleigh ''Standard' to move in
the matter. Primary meetings can be held at Jan,
uary Courts and delegates appointed. March, it
strikes US would be the most suitable time, and Raj
cigh the place. Charlotte Democrat.