The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1866-08-21
Description of the Wigwam.
First Days Session of the Conven.
tt0n.
Withdrawal of Mr. Vallandigham
Circumstances under Which he De-
clines to Attend
PHILADELPHIA, August IA.

meetlHS OF IHe CUufenIiou Iuls alteTuVOu
between twelve and two o'clock. The in
terror of the edifice was handsomely dec
GRATED, and the coat Of arms of thirty-six
States were affixed to the red, white and
blue hangings that draped the heavy
wooden columns supporting the roof.
The first announcement made from the
speakers stand was from Col. Alexander
Randall, who said that upon a given sig
nal from the main entrance the Massa-
chusetts and South Carolina delegations
would now enter this Convention arm in
arm. The whole Convention hereupon
rose TO its feet, and the cheering lasted
several minutes, while Gov. Orr and Gen.
Couch headed their respective delegations
in the march up the broad aisle toward
the head of the hall
The next most noticeable episode of
the Convention was in the spontaneous
proposition of Dick Taylor, of ex-Con-
federate fame, fer three cheers for the
Union.
The nomination of Gen. John A. Dix
to the temporary Craftsmanship of the
Convention, and his speech of acceptance
was most enthusiastically received and
long. applauded.
Tomorrow the great events of the
Convention are looked for with the war
NEST confidence that good feeling hourly
improves as the earnestness increases.
Gen. Steedman, Chairman of the Com
mittes on Credentials, is anxiously con-
suited this evening by the heads Of the
several conflicting delegations.
Immediately after the adjournment of
the Convention to-day, the Committee on
Organization met, with Montgomery Blair
| in the Chair, the object being to nominate
a presiding officer for permanent organi-
zation. Gov. Orr was earliest on the floor,
and proposed the name of Senator Doo-
little, Of Wisconsin, for President of the
Convention. M
Hon. Lewis D. Campbell, of Ohio, en-
dorsed this proposition most earnestly,
and in speech of some length pointed
to the malignant attacks that were con-
stantly going on against the Senator to
whom he asserted the Presidency Of this
Convention was most clearly due.
Other speakers followed, all in favor
of Mr.. Doolittle, who was finally chosen
with entire unanimity.
All the covert endeavors which have
been going forward here to incite riot
against the Convention have completely
failed, and squad of two hundred po-
licemen were on duty at the wigwam to-
day, and three regiments of the State mi
tlitia have been held in readiness at the
various armories in the city, to quell any
outbreak that occurred.
Mr.. Vallandigham had an interview
with the Louisiana delegation this even
ing, but it is thought with no reference to
political affairs.
The members of the National Union
Committee are of the opinion that the
Convention will conclude its business and
adjourn sine die tomorrow evening. The
platform is understood to have been fully
agreed upon to-day.
The circumstances of Mr.. Vallandig-
hams withdrawal from the Convention are
encompassed in the following statement,
obtained from a member of his delega-
ton:
The Democratic delegation from Ohio
met this morning at nine o'clock. Judge
Wilmore introduced the subject of Mr..
Vallandigham's withdrawal, and proffered
resolution bringing the matter before
the Committee.
Col. James offered an amendment, re-
ferring the subject to committee of
FIVE, which was adopted.
The Committee then sent to Mr.. Val
landigham and submitted the resolution
that had been offered. They assured
Vallandigham, in so doing, that they re-
cognized his right to hold seat in the
Convention, and declared their confidence
in bis motives. They also stated that in
case he should present himself as dele
gate they would vote for his admission.
At the same time they joined in the re-
commendation that he abstain from pre-
scnting his credentials, that harmony
might be completely insured in the OBJ
ject Of the Convention.
Mr.. Vallandigham replied thatif the
resolution referred to was adopted by the
delegation, he would withdraw. Here
upon the Committee reported to the Con.
vention in pursuance of this, and Mr..
Vallandigham Immediately wrote his let,
ter Of formal withdrawal. As this letter
is directed to the officers of the Conven-
toni publicity is reserved for the open
ing of the Convention tomorrow.
Some talk was heard early this evening
in reference to serenade to be given to
Mr.. Vallandigham, but at this writing
none has yet come off.
During the early portion of the even
ing Mr. Vallandigham had an interview
with the Mississippi delegation, the result
of which has not yet transpired.
PHILADELPHIA Aug. 15.-The Nation
al Union Convention reassembled at noon
to-day.
The Wigwam was crowded with dele
gates and spectators. A number of Ia
dies were also present.
Rev. Mr.. Holisenger, of Tennessee,
opened the proceedings with prayer.
Gen. Dix then said that the first bust
ness in order was the report of the Com
mittee appointed yesterday.
Mr.. Blair, of Maryland, here rose and
said: Mr.. President, I am instructed by
the Committee on Permanent Organiza-
ton to make the following report:
For President-Senator Doolittle, of
Wisconsin.
The announcement of the name of Mr.. |