Daily Ohio statesman. [volume] (Columbus, Ohio) 1855-1870, 1868-01-11
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THE CoNvENTIoN.-Much of our space
to-day is devoted to the publication of the
official report of the Democratic Conven-
tion held at Columbus on the glorious
Eighth of January. Our opponents being
the judges, it was one of the largest, most
dignifed, harmonious and enthusiastic
gatherings ever convened in Ohio or else
where, and its doings are of q character not
only to inspire the Democratic masses
with bright hopes concerning the future,
but to command the respect OF the public
at large, and exert an influence for good
throughout the length and breadth OF the
land.la9sg 8a sas s3l9 -
The resolutions, adopted by the Conven-
tion with entire unanimity, constitute
platform sound in all its parts, and. as
whole, so broad and comprehensive that all
true friends of our country can stand upon
it in an attitude of defiance to all the pow
ers of the opposition. Those resolutions
are clear and explicit, with no ambiguity,
constituting true exposition of Demo-
cratic doctrines and ideas, and will stand
as an Ineligible and authoritative express
sion of the sentiments of the Great West.
And we rejoice that the Convention has
distinctly expressed its preference of
George H. Pendleton, as candidate for the
Presidency, over all other men, subject. of
course, to the decision of the National Con-
vention. He has a worldwide reputation,
above reproach and beyond the reach of
suspicion, and is most esteemed and conf
ded in where he Is best known. 1t is no
disparagement to the other great and good
men of the State, to say that Mr.. Pendleton
is the fayorite son of Ohio. and the repre-
sentative man of the powerful and growing
West That he will in due time be nomi-
mated by the National Convention we can
not allow ourselves to doubt, and if nomi-
mated, his triumphant election is morally
certain. 1890
On the whole the proceedings of this sth
of January Convention are all that could be
desired, and will be like an inspiration to
the Democratic hosts of Ohio, prompting
them to answering fidelity to the good
cause, and to untiring efforts to secure the
advantages gained by previous endeavors.
All, thus far, is well. Let the great and
good work go on. The present is auspi-
cious; the future will be glorious.
From Special to Sandu Ky Register tRaiicaD.i
All parts of the State were fully repre-
sented by delegates, and the attendance of
outsiders was immense. The crowd could
not find standing room inside the old thea
ter, where the Convention was held. The
proceedings were harmonious.
A delegate rose and proposed the name of
George HI. PendIeton as the choice of the
Ohio Democracy, for next President. The
ton amid much enthusiasm and thunder
ing cheers. =
IFrom Special TO Cleveland Herald (RadicaD
In regard to unanimity, it was one of the
most remarkable Conventions ever held in
Ohio, Extraneous issues were sedulously
kept out of sight and attention was CEN
tered on the live questions OF the day.
From the Special to the Cleveland Leader Rad).l ]
The proceedings were in the main con-
Quoted in more harmonious spirit than
was expected, and but little bitterness was
manifested in any quarter at the results.
[From the Special to the Cincinnati Commercial
(Republican)]
i The proceedings OF the Convention to-
day were harmonious and decorous.
The resolutions give general satisfaction
to the Democracy.
Mr.. Pendleton came up this morning at
the solicitation of personal friends. 1t was
not his intention to be present during the
session of the Convention but it was
thought his presence would have a good
effect in securing harmony. He acquitted
himself very handsomely in the little speech
he delivered, and pleased everybody.
From the Special to the Cincinnati Enquirerl
The NoMINATIoN OF Mr.. PENDLEroN FOR
PRESIDENT = EXTRAORDINARY SCENE. =
I have Just witnessed scene which will
long be rendered in the political history
tremendous influence upon the future poll
tics of the country. So intense, SO univer-
sal, was the feeling in favor of the Hon.
George H. Pendleton as the next Demo-
cratic candidate for the Presidency of the
United States, that this great representa-
tion of the Ohio Democracy, in State Con-
yention, broke through all usual customs
and precedents in order to give it express
sion.
Immediately after the appointment of
the ordinary committees relating to the
business of the Convention, resolution
was moved that all resolutions be referred
to the committee on Resolutions without
debate. At this juncture General George
w. McCook, of jefferson, arose, and stated
that other Conventions were in session,
and that, if the matter was delayed, Ohio
might not have the honor of first present.
inc her favorite son for the Presidency, the
Hon. George II. Pendleton. He therefore
moved an amendment that all forms and
nrelirninaries be dispensed with, and that
without waiting for any report from the
Committee on RESOLUTIONS, the Democracy
of Ohio do now nominate Mr.. Pendleton,
and send greeting to other State Conven-
tions which are now in session.