Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-06-22
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he Baltimore Democratic Convention


BALTIMORE, June 2l.-The theatre this
morning was crowded to its fullest extent
Not less than t 1000 persons were present
Just after the opening prayer, that part OF
the flooring just covering the Orchestra tell
in with a loud crash. The particular spot
was occupied by the boiling portion of the
delegates from New York and Pennsylvania.
A fearful scene of excitement ensued. Some
rushed on the reporters stand, and some flew
/ to the windows. Some cried Eight fight"
| and some fire, fire. The ladies' rushed to
| get out at the main entrance, but generally
showed more calmness than the ''sterner
SEX who came down pell NELL, from the
upper galleries Finally order was restor-
ed, and no one being hurt the hall was clear
ed 10 make repairs, and recess was gwen
| for one hour.
The Convention was again called to order
at l2.l0 P. NJ.
Mr.. Crage, of Mo-, desired to offer resolu-
tons, and let them go to the committee on
resolutions. They were as follows:
Resolved, That the equality of the States
| is a fundamental principle III our political
! system and that every right guaranteed by
the Constitution must be protected by the
Federal Government, and laws for that pur-
pose should bepassed in all cases when legis-
| iation is necessary for the enjoyment OF such
rights.
The democratic party hereby rcnews its
pledges Of fidelity to the following PROPOSE
| tons:
lst.-The recognition and approval of the
principle OF non-intervention by Congress
upon the subject OF slavery i'll the Terri
tories.
2d.-That no restriction or prohibition OF
slavery in any Territory shall hereafter be
made by act Of Congress.
3d.-That no State shall be refused admls-
sion into the Union, because Of existing sla-
very therein.
4th.-The faithful execution and malnten-
ance of the fugitive slave law.
5th.-That we recognize us binding, and
agree to abide by and enforce the decision OF
the Supreme Courtof tie United States in the
bred Scott case.
Mr.. McCook, of Ohio, objected, as the first
business in order was the reports oIthe COM
mittee on credentials.
Mr.. Craige asked the courtesy of the Con-
venrion to have the resolutions read Tor H.
formation, believing they would be accepted
as an olive branch.
The President objection being still made)
ruled that the report OF the committee on
credentials was first in order.
Mr.. Krum, chairman Of the committee on
credentials, rose and stated that he was pre-
pared to report lie then proceeded to say
| u, Az how oriyp
remarkable
Mr.. Davis, of Va, objected to anything
other than the report Of the committee.
Mr.. krum simply desired to make II pre-
! liminary remark.
Cries Of 'go on'--"go on object -
"object."
The President decided that the report
must first be read, objection being made,
and then the chairman OF the committee
could make such remarks as he deemed pro-
per afterwards.
The report of Mr. krum was then read by
the secretary. !trecapituates the resolution
of the adjournment at Charleston to Balti-
more and requesting delegates to be elected
in place of the seceders. Also the reSolu-
ton adopted at Baltimore, referring the ere
1entials of the seeding delegates, and others
contested, to the committee on credentials.
The committee reported that there are no
credentials from Florida; that Mississippi
and Texas are not contosing; that Alabama,
Louisiana and Arkansas are cOntestng.
Arkansas has one delegate here, who did
not secede and three vacancies contested.
| They believe that all contestants should be
admitted in place of Seceders.
Also, report in favor of giving Mr.. ChaHee,
Of Mass, a seat, in place Of Mr.. llallett and
Mr.. OFallowa seat from the eight district
of Missouri. Both delegations 10 be admit
ted from Georgia. and east the vote Of the
State. Messrs Whitley and Bayard are
admitted from Delaware. The report is
sigued by the chairman. Mr.. krum.
Mr.. krum. the report having been read Mt
length, addressed the Convention, and, SAID
the committee entered on their duties with L
desire to do justice. They knew their Ia
hors were imperfect, for the want OF time
rhcre would be minority reports. and he hop
ed opportunity w"uld be given to do 50.
Gov. Stevens OF Oregon, then read ii mi
uority report, dissenting from many ot the
views Of the majority. They report that
! Mr.. Uallett. Of MasSaschucttS, and Mr.. Gar
DIV. Of the Sth district Of Missouri, and Mes
srs. Nhieey and Bayard, of Delaware, are
entitled f. seats in this Convention. Also,
that the seeding delegates from Arkansas,
Texas, Louisiana. Alabama, Mississippi, and
Georgia. are entitled to seats. And recon-
mend that the delegates from Florida ac-
credited to the Richmond Convention, be In
vited to take seats in this body and cast the
vote Of Florida.
The reading Of the report was received
with applause on the floor and the galleries,
Mr.. lettings of Md, presented a second
minority report, signed by himself alone, dis
agreeing with the minority report, in the
case of Alabama.
The previous question was ordered upon
the reports,
And recess taken until t. o'clock.
EVENING SESSION.
BALTIMORE. June 2l.-After taking re-
cess. the Convention at o'clock reassem-
bled. The main question having been order
ed the vote was about to he taken on the mi
noritv report Of Mr. Gcttings, when the New
York delegation announced that they were
not ready to vote on the main question, and
asked TO be allowed further time ior dcltera'
ton.
\ difficulty arose between the Pennsyiva-
MIA DELEGATION about the distribution OF
Convention Tickets, when statement made
! NV Mr. NoutrDmery was denied BY Mr..