The Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1868-1895, 1888-01-11

friends and making new ones. When
his rumOred candidacy for Governor
was broached in his presence he would in
varlably remark that he was n the hands
of his friends. He received assurances of
support from many quarters and was kept
busy thanking members of the party for
their good wishes for his success.
'You are in the race for Governor
said the Sentinel reporter.
THAT Is for my friends and the party to
decide" the Captain rejoined. 81 am at
their services, as l have always been.
A meeting such as is pending
here to-day pressges certain victory
for the Democrats Of Indiana
have never before seen the like OF it. IF
it were the opening of the campaign, the
significance would not be 50 great, but at
this time it means that the party is
united and harmonious. and that no repe-
mitted to occur"
ITO what do you attribute this outburst
of Democratic enthusiasm
Largely to Mr.. Cleveland's recent mes
sage. That was undoubtedly an able and
popular document. Democrats like man
who has the courage Of his convictions.
They look upon the Presidents policy as
fearless yet conservative one, and they
find in his administration much to com.
m6Uu anu Uul 1llllc W 4AC
thinking masses have watched his course
and admired it, and are now ready to give
1t their approval. Then the possibility OF
again securing a representation on the
National ticker in the person of Governor
) ay has done much to enthuse the Hoos'
Ter Democracy. am glad that the con-
vention so heartily and unanimously
Endorsed him to-day for the
Vice. Presidency, and, 1 confident,
~ look forward to his nomination"
Reference again being made to the Gov
ernorship, Captain Myers said: 1.-THE De-
mocracy of the State will, 1 feel assured,
achieve one of the most complete victories
in the history of Hoosierdom. To lead
such q party at such time is an
honor to which man may proudly aspire.
But, as Governor Gray said to-day, whether
on G. off the ticket, shall labor earnestly
and snceaslngly for its success"
Sc ator Smith was also at the Grand.
No an in Indiana has been more widely
adv, tised than "Green" Smith, and the
abuse that has been heaped upon him has
but served to strengthen the cordial rela-
tons existing between himself and his
party, His courage and zeal during the
stormy proceedings of the last General
Assembly have endeared him to the Democ-
racy, and there is none but that feels kindly
and grateful toward him. The successful
outcome of the Legislative deadlocck-the
maintenance of Democratic rights and the
election OF Hon, David Turpie TO the
United States Senate-was largely the re-
suit of President Smiths pluck in the hour
of need.
Some time ago Senator Smith said he
would await developments before deter
mining whether to enter the Gubernsto'
rial contest; that if Senators Voorhees,
Turpie or Mcdonald sought the honor be
would not apply, but that If it was to be
free-for. all fight between the youngel
element of the Democracy, he would
be a candidate. He has not since changed
his mind and is regarded as an important
factor in the coming contest,
what do you think of to-dsy's demon
stration2" was asked.
sit Is the greatest 1 ever saw. 1t beat
J the crowd at the State convention tW'
| wears ago. As q political gathering hav
not seen its equal for long time. The con
vention of 1856 was not q representative
Democratic body, There were too man,
Office seekers or. or .i ddssapoI .5o.
] personal interests for the time being wer
| paramount to party interests. But yol
see nothing of that kind here to-day. IL
the success of the party that the Demo
Gratis want, and when you see them pull1n
together as they are doing now, there
| victory in the air. Let US but malntall
this spirit and all former achievement
will be eclipsed.n
Senator Smith has supported Presiden
Cleveland earnestly and PERSISTENT
throughout the administrs ion, an
he always insisted that at the close of TIA
term Indlanans would be fouad in line
warmly indorsing Mr.. Cleveland. Othe
| Democrats did not think so. The Senate
is both politician and prophet.
Talk for Matson was heard on all sides. Il
District 1.-THE Fifth was. Extensively represel
ted, and the fact that his constituents are s
enthusiastically in favor OF his nominatlo
augurs well for him. This sentiment, hov
ever, was not confined to the counties b
now represents in Congress. 1t was q
tered by visiting Democrats from all par
of the Commonwealth. Had Mr.. Matso
been on the scene he would certainly hay
scored not few points, bat his interes
were, nevertheless, carefully looked ate
1t was not uncommon to hear Mr.. B.
NUNS name mentioned favorab
for Governor, but his recel
declaration, in most positive terms, tn
he did not want the nomination, bot VI
DESTROYS of denomination for Congress
l
check. There is no disputing the fact tn
Mr.. Bynum is recognized as one OF Il
brainiest and most popular Democrats
the State, and If he should want anythlr
further at his party's hands his wish
would most certainly receive due consi
Grafton. His record in Congress has oet
particularly gratifying.
Statesmen from the Pocket were som
what averse to discussing the Governorshi
ss they have two prospective candidates
Judge Niblack and ex.Congressman Cobb
either of whom would be most acceptah
to the party in that section of the State, {
in fact. 10 the whole State. Neither of Il
gentlemen named is q candidate in the l
eral meaning of the word, bat. in commt
with other distinguished Demo crats, tn
would naturally accept such an honor.
bestowed upon them.
ON. Fretsgeot, Clerk of Posey Count
! said: 1.-THE Democrats Of my county are
favor of Judge Niblack for Governor. Ne
! to him, Captain Myers seems to
preferred"
d. F. Lennon, Clerk OF Harrison Cot
? ty, and one of the prominent Democrats
: his section of the State, said: The vot
of Harrison County are unanimous for
,, nomination of Captain w. X. NY
: as a candidate for Governor.
record lie particularly clean, q
, he would give more lie
create more enthusiasm in campa
than any other Democrat / know of. L
not speak simply for myself, but voice
sentiment of the voters ii the coul