Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-01-13
MEETING IN TAZEMELL
From the SoufLuc5fcrn Adroe1fe.


According to notice given in this paper there
large and very enthusiastic meeting Of the citizens OF
Tazcwell at this place the 2Sth ult Col b. r. Floyd
. was not present, anticipated.
On motion of Col. j. p Kelly Col Harvey George was
appointed Chairman end l. c. Fowler and NJ. L. Comann
Secretaries of the meeting
Notwithstanding unusual press Of business conse-
qu,n upon heavy docket being court day. the
ciScs protracted TO considerable length Lengthy
and eloquent addresses were delivered by Major VIM p
Cecil and Col. J. p. Kelly, Of this place, during which
profound attention paid by the audience. Regard
less of the extreme GOODNESS Of the day. large numbers
of persons had gathered in the streets anxousy await
ing opportunity to give expression to the universal
aud determined feelings which have for few months
bound people into a fraerniZing body. obtcratng
for the time old party landmarks and disregarding de-
uuc and uuimportant issues. The feeling of insecurity
with regard the foundation of the courthouse for
gotten and every place within its walls seemed occupied
by persons Of nearly every age from fifteen to three
Bursts of raplrOus applause elected by the
peakes, who did ample justice 10 the unanimous senti-
| meuts Of the crowd.
At the close of the speeches the Chairman appointed
l. c. Fowler, NJ. l.. COmann and J. F. Kelley commit
tee to draft appropriate resolutions.
The committee withdrew for a moment, during which
time a call made Tor volunteers which resulted in
the prompt enrome>t OF many names.
Mai Cecil proposed that the uniform OF the company
be OF Blue homemade jeans and suggested the adoption
OF long hunting shirt OF that material. The sugges-
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out the loImdiiy Of vote. The committee presented
the following resolutions which met with the unanimous
appreciation Of the meeting
| Whereas, We have long viewed with the dcenes con-
| Germ and most painful soctude, the rapid strides made
by our Northern brethren in a course of fanaacsm and
aggression upon the institutions of the South aud more
especially in the recent outrage HaTpers Ferry and
upon the sacred soil Of the Mother OF States and
men" and the strong and demonstrations of
sympathy the North for the deuded culprits who have
paid the io,et of their lives for attempting raise the
standard Of resurrection IN midst therefore, deem
il necessary 10 unite with the citizens OF the good old
Commonwealth in giving publicity to our feelings aud
sentiments and nantes, willingness to the cir
repressible conflict" therefore,
! Resolred. That we DO most heartily approve of the
course OF Gov Wise in meeting and repeling the recent
outbreak at Harpers Ferry and hereby tender him toe
most grateful thanks Of the people OF this county for
the deliberate and prudent manner in which he defended
and maintained our rights.
Rssslpsl That the prompt and efficient action of the
judiciary and Legislative departments Of the Common
wealth di,poug OF the five culprits, engaged in the
! recent affair meet our earnest approval.
Rsy0,rfi Tha; will az all times discourage and by
al civil resist those engaged in peddug Northern
Merchandise and inventions and especially Northern
school teachers and rely upon the produce and mauuac
lures of the South for our consumption, goods d.
rectly imported into TIE Southern ports.
Reyolced, That the scheme foot for establish.
ing direct trade between Virginia and Europe has enlist
81 our socitous concern aud that the patronage and
cooperation OF the merchants and people of the county
may be confidently relied on by its active friends.
! itssoired That earnestly recommend and sustain
Al, efforts 10 unite the Democracy with the Southern OPP
position for the purpose Of defeating the nominee Of tile
Republican party for the Speakerhp of the present Con
gees and that view legitimate, liberal aud patri
otc the disposition the part OF portion Of the De
mocracy 20 unite with them IN tie besowal of that i'm
portant Office on some sound able aud conservative mem
Der Of said Opposition party.
ReSolred That from the mastery manner in which
GOV Wise has s,led the late tempest aud driven 10 tn,
laws fan outraged but Legitimate justice the invaders
our peace and homes and from his vigorous anC
successful administration of the affairs of the State
are prepared to trust him in our highest places and
tide to his guidance our vital and fundamental interests
subject to no higher barriers and greater restrictions
than the Constitution and laws of the land
RssoircG That representatives in the Legislator,
be requested to vote for bill authorizing the connu
auce OF free-ncgrocs in the Commonwealth under prope
disabilities
Rssoired That whenever the Governor Of this Stat
shall call upon US TO assist in maintaining the institution
of our homes aud our laws, will give hearty res
ponse-wtl all we have and are.
ReSolrcg That committee Of three be appointed b,
this meeting to assist in raising vountee
companies for each Regiment in this county
Resoired That the proceedings of this meeting b.
sent to the Jeilcrsonve Advocate for publication,
that the papers of the State be requested copy,
also copy be Delegate and Senator in tn
Legislature