Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1869-05-21


he lived in the interior, and 1t was immi
terial to him whether Charleston, Mobil
New York, Savannah or Galveston ws
decided upon, so that business was starte
and something done. We want work an
money. His remarks were highly az
plauded.
Col. White, Of Georgia, a native G
Virginia, said he was married to Georgia
and in difference between hi
mother and his wife he would have to g
with the latter--he favored Savannah.
Mr.. John Everitt, of London, went for
ward to the platform, and was greeted
with hearty applause. Ho made an ad
dress of half an hour, which secured
breathless attention, only interrupted by
applause. He favored Norfolk, bu
spoke with so much affection of the Souti
and with such liberal and just sentiments
toward all that he won every heart, and
took his seat amid prolonged applause
from all parts of the house.
Gen. Chiffon, Of Kentucky, was in
favor Of taking vote by States, and
made a handsome Fourth Of July ora
ton from the platform.
Rev. C. X. Marshall next received the
recognition of the chair and addressed
the Convention from the platform. He
secured at once the closest attention, and
made perhaps the most thoroughly prac-
teal and effective speech yet delivered.
He came at once to the subject and
showed the intimate relations between
Direct Trade and Immigration, and he
convinced every nearer that without i'm
migration and removal fthe tariff there
will be but little possibility for Direct
Trade. He then pointed out the difficulties
in the way of bringing immigrants here,
and the nefaricus influences and means
used to divert them elsewhere. Shops
conveying cotton to Europe will have
nothing to bring back, unless we can in
duce immigration. Another misfortune
is the high price of lands and the uncer-
tainty of securities, except Government
bonds. He s.rged small beginnings,
patience anu harmony of purpose, and
was frequently applauded.
A vexatious discussion on points of
order, and other fine points, occupied the
mousse some time. Finally,
The first resolution-in favor of lines
If direct trade to Europe-was put and
adopted.
The second resolution-in favor of
the steamship lines when
,rganized-was adopted.
The third resoution-in favor of a
lirect line between Norfolk and Liver
,ool--was next in order.
A motion to lay the third resolution
md all amendments on the table was
ost.
On molten Of Governor Foote, of Ten
lessee, the third resolution and the
amendments were referred back to the |
committee.
The Convention then adjourned until
line o'clock this morning.
To-Day.
The Convention reassembled at nine |
clock, and was opened in due form.
The attendance was not quite as large as
yesterday, yet the house was we'll filled.
Prayer was offered by Rev. Dr.. White.
Letters were read from William Bur-
veil, Of peBow's RevieD, regretting that
lie could not be present; from Thomas
Allen, President of the Iron Mountain
Railroad, and Senator Mcdonald, of
Arkansas, on matters concerning the
from General Beauregard,
,fering to pass free all delegates to The |
New Orleans Convention.
The following telegram was received |
md read;
PILOT KKoB, Mo-, May 20.
The editors Of Missouri-seventy-6ve |
n number-assemble here, greet the |
Memphis Convention, and assure them |
If cordial support in all proper meas
Tres to cement the Union and develop |
he resources OF our common country.
NORMAN JOHNSON, President.
The Committee on Direct Trade re-
ported back the third resolution and its
amendment. Adopted.
The Com mittee on Finance and Bank |
ng reported in substance as follows:
RESOLVED, That the Convention urge
Congress to 90 amend the national bank |
ng laws as to give the Southern and
Western States fair and equitable pro-
portion of the banking capital and cir
either by redistribution or an
as their wisdom may determine.
Resolred, That the Convention favors
! reduction of interest on the national
1ebt by any means consistent with faith.
ful discharge Of the obligations of the
to public creditors.
Rssotusd, That this Convention recon-
mend to the Legislatures of the various
States the repeal of all usury laws or
avs which tend to impair the validity of
that capital seeking invest
nent may be rendered lucrative.
l.. N. KENNEDY, Chairman.
FRED. r. ScoTr, Secretary,
Judge Williams, of Kentucky, offered
A resolution as an amendment that the
report be unanimously adopted.
The Commute on Manufactures and
Mining next reported partially, and