Indiana State sentinel. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1863-11-16
Defamation OF Hon. Joseph E. Nc
Donald.

1t appears from the following correspondence,
which we copy from the Vincennes Sun. that the
Hon. JosEPH Z. MCDONALD refuses to allow his
name to be used in connection with the candi-
dacy for Governor at the ensuing election We
most sincerely hope that he may be induced to
reconsider this determination, for there is no man
in the State who would be more acceptable to the
Democracy of Indiana IS their standard bearer in
the important canvass Of 1864. Although Mr.
MCDONALD does not desire the Office of Governor,
he is willing not only, but anxious to devote his
time and services to the triumph of the cause,
upon the success of which there can be no doubt
the future welfare of the country and the perpe
tuty OF our free institutions depend. We com
mend the comments of our contemporary, in this
connection. to the consideration of the Democ-
raey Of Indiana:
IL will be seen by the correspondence which
follows that Hon. Joseph Z. Mcdonald has per-
emptoriy declined the use of his name as a can.
didate for Governor before the approaching Dem
ocratic State Convention. This information will
be received with regret in all parts of the State,
as il was almost unanimously conceded that this
gallant. unAinching and able champion of con-
stitutional principles was to be standard
bearer in the important canvass of next year. Ii
will be observed, however, from his excellent
and characteristic letter, that while Mr.. McD.
finds it incumbent to decline the use of his name
for the Gubernatorial chair, he is as ever ready
and anxious to do battle for the principles of our
fathers in whatever position that may be as
signed him This is Just what was 10 be ex-
pected from his glorious and en- viable record in
the past.
The determination of Mr.. Mcdonald de
wolves upon the Convention delicate i'm
pOrtant and responsible duty-to select
from our many worthy ana deServ
ing men a candidate who combines in high
degree (as he does the elements so essential and
vital to success in the present crsis-one who
combines moderation. wisdom. 6rmness, and dis
cretion with the ability necessary 10 a successful
and triumphant issue of the canvass. and who
will discharge the duties of the Office to which he
will undoubtedly be elected with credit to his
State, his country, and his party. We have in
our ranks hundreds of such leaders, and we are
Son6dent the honor will be worthiy bestowed:
The following is the correspondence alluded
to:
VINoESNEs. ISD Oct. 2Sth, 1863.
HoS. JOSEPH Il. McDoNALD-Dsay Sir: l
write you to say that have heard with regret
to-day that you are ndulging the thought of
peremptOrily declining the race for the guberna-
torial chair.
Such a course would be very unsatisfactory to
your many friends in the southern portion of the
State. We admit that pecuniariy considered a
great sacrifice on your part would result, but
hope that your financial condition is such rs to
enable you to stand the, misfortune of an cleo
ton. Our people have learned that extreme
men are hot favorites with the masses Conser-
vative men, and such only, should lead our forces
in the next conflict.
Your withdrawal would derange all our plans;
and trust you will look well to the consequen
ces before you elect to do so.
Your friend, W. F. PIDGEoS