Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-06-10

J Il. Caldwell, Georgia
j. NJ. Hendriek, Iowa
Governor Evans, Colorado
S. NJ Cullum, Illinois
Q. H. BraHseombe, Missouri
4. I. Van Horn, Missouri
Y. B. Chamberlain, Florida
T. L. Tuiloeh, Virginia
Il Il. Rice North Carolina
J. w. Holden, North Carolina
W. Cassius Goodloe Kentucky
Il. A. Pierce Virginia
L. Caldwell New York
K T. Shelley, Lonisiana
AT GIN. eRAEIs RESIDENCE.
About S o'clock The committee started for the res
idence Of Gen. Grant whore both the General and
Speaker COlfax were 10 be officially informed of
their nominations. Upon arriving there, con-
siderable assemblage had already gathered in the
spacious parlors. Among those present were Hon
Z. B. Washburne, Hon. Mr.. Longbridge, Hon. E.
Rollins, the members Of General Grants staff, and
many other prominent persons. The spectators
gathered in q semi-cTee, thus afording all an op-
portunity Of viewing the proceedings. When the
hum Of conversation had been hushsd, Gen. j. R.
Hawley, president Of the convention, stepped for
ward and delivered The following address
ADDRESS OF GENERAL HAwLEY.
General The National Union Republican party,
assembled in national convention or the goth Of THE
month, appointed u.s. The officers Of the convention,
a committee 10 wait upon you. In obedience 10 lis
instructions We give you copy Of the record Of its
proceedings. You viii perceive that il was governed
by the most patriotic motives harmonious enthusi.
asto, and determined. We mean, in your own
words, 10 " save IN peace what we WOE in war;
We mean 10 make il a solemn and practical reality
in the United States that call men are created equal
endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable
rights, among which life, liberty, and the pur-
suit Of happiness We intend thN there shall never
be cause or opportunity for civil war in this ma
ton, originated either by those who would enslave
their fellow mon, or those who must fight 10 regain
their freedom. We believe that there can be no
permanent peace save in justice equal rights, and
the equality OF all men before the law. We hope
70 sec cur Government reaching 10 the renotest cor
ner, and TO the humblest person. securing TO him,
by impartial and irresistible power, his personal
safety, the right 20 the avas Of his labor and the
right and the opportunity for physical mental, and
moral advancement. The best guarantee Cor the
continuance Of such Govern ment Is 90 give 10 all
classes impartially share IN its management
We hear much Of forgiveness and fraternity. We.
too do most earnestly desire the speedy return Of
the colicy and measures Of peaceful times. None
long moro for fully restored Union than those who
sustained the Government during the late dreadful
war; but the dead men have left trust in our
hands. We long for peace and good will, but we
have no friends who Cypress their fellow-men We
do not idly and hopeessy ask for indemnity for the
past we seek only security for the future.
You will SEQ that The Convention believes that IN
tegrity, simplicity and economy in governmental
affairs the duties Of good citizens and honorable
men II makes the strict ful6llment of actual obi
cations point Of honor never to be waived. What
the civilized world recognizes ss full and hnsl pay
ment is the only payment that the Union kepubh-
can party viii ever consent 10 tender The equal
rights Of adopted citizens clearly asserted, and
all vh0 an f,0VpPumnnf
invited 70 come and enjoy its benefits and contribute
10 its strength.
The committee spoke in nothing NOR warmly
than in profering a hearty welcome to all those
who lately in arms against US, are now frankly and
honoraby cooperating in restoring peace AID eetab
fishing a truly free Government.
During the last lhFee years careless indications OF
the peoples choice for the next Presidency have
conferred upon yourself Having made IFS statement
Of principles and purposes the convention, DELHI
eratey and favorably State by State and Territory
by Territory, seconded the win Of is constituents
and unanimously nominated you for President of
the United States, following the work by tumultu-
Gus and long-contnued manifestations Of rejoicing.
] pride and confidence. We know that you will be
faithful 10 the Constitution and sbe laws and 10 the
ideas sympathies and principles that you aIe called
/ 10 represent. We know that you will not seek to
enforce upon the unwilling representatives of the
| people any policy Of your own devising, for you
have said that the will Of the people is the law o.
the land The records Of the war and Of your sub
sequent fidelity afford the evidence that the nation
can safely and wisely place you in the chair o.
| Washington and Lincoln. Ia behalf Of the con
vention we tender you its nomination for President
1 and solicit your acceptance We can give you NJ
higher proof Of our gratitude for your past or on
confidence in your future. We propose to elect you
When the applause with which this address wa
received subsided, Gen Grant stepped forward ant
replied follows
oEY. GRANTS ACCEPTANCE.
NJ. President and GsaAensea ef The Nat'ona
Union Coausnfion ] win endeayor in 3 very shor
time 10 write you letter accepting the trust 20
have imposed upon me, Applause.l hAPFeasin
my gratitude for The confidence you have placed j
me, viii now say but little orally, and shst Is {
thank you for tho unsnimity with which You nav
selected me as candidate FOR the Presidential ofic
can say, In addition, I looked on during the pre-
gress of the proceedings az Chicago With a gres
deal OF Interest aRd am gratiGed with The harmon
Q and unanimty which seemed 70 have governed th
deliberations Of The Convention
II chosen &c On tho high office for which 70
have selected me- 1 viii give 70 lie duties the sam
energy tho same spirit, and She same viii that
have given 90 The performance Of all duties who
2 have aevolved upon me heretofore. WheSher cha
be able % perform those duties 10 your entire sat
p foetion time will determine You have truly sal
In tbe course Of your addres. that ] shall have
policy Of my own 10 interfere against tbs viii Of q
& people
d AZ Che General concluded his speech there wi
II long continued applause
ANNOUNCEMENT 10 srEAKER coLfAN
n General Havley then addressed Speaker Cola
IS saying
i' J on have heard our declaration Of principles
Chicago aud therefore / need not repeat IT. ~
a, are aware that numerous candidates for The Va
X Presidency were presented. They we're all low
and respected, and your selection Was brought sbO
BY the good viii and fellowship entertained
yourself You srs known So the American peoT
10 by fourteen years OF public service. We know v
A. come from the people and without false preteno
4 you ore faithful 90 principle. The Convention ae
, ders Yea tho nomination OF Vice President A.
~ ask your acceptance. Applause
To this Mr. Colfsx replied
Al REPLY OF sPEAEEE ooLTAN
"a NJ. President Harlcg aa3 Gentlemen histo
"a has already proclaimed that The victories Of The
2. ny you represent, during The recent war, alive
rs gave increased hope snd confidence 70 The natiS
,e while rs reverses and defeats ever increased TIE
D. tiona peril II is no light tribute, therefore, 70
l. millions OF Republicans IN the ioTtylwo states q
@ Territories represented IN the Chicago Converts
thai our organisation has been so insepsraby int
D. woven with the best Interests Of The Republic u
n tho trunphs and reverse' q the ene have been
IS triunphs and raverses Of the other.
3, Since the General cf our armies win ms nsrs
be followers crushed She rebc!iDn, the keynote OF
ID policy shat loyalty should govern what loyalty
II. served has BEEN worthy 81 is IGNORED record IN