The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1890-09-16

front OF his profession. We will certainly
eleos him and the state Of Montana
VIII % redeemed from her disgrace and
We w1u assume again the position We ought
20 nave IN choosing as our representative in
congress the Hon. w. w. Dixon, Of Silver
Eastern Montana came next in the person
Of hon: Q. R. Middleton. Of Custer, Who
joined IN the endorsement by saying: In
Oena!f OF the county Of Custer, the largest
county In area in the state Of Montana, the
largest according to population, I stand
mere with pride and pleasure and the most
4 G hope to endorse the nomination Of
II the honest voters of Montana are counted
after this election is over, and that vote
honestly and truthfully declared, w. w.
DIXON vii! be declared by large majority
to have been elected as our member OF
When Mr.. Middleton Sat down amid
shouts Of applause, Harry Comfy moved to
make the nomination unanimous BY ris-
ing vote. All delegates jumped from the
seats and scene of wild enthusiasm fol-
lowed. Then came shouts Of Dixon
Dlxon!' The judge, who was sitting
quietly IN one corner Of the room, again
became sa ., the oynosure Of all eyes; When he
an ovation rarely seen in political oonven-
tions. For fully ten minutes he was UNI
able to speak, and then when his clear
voice broke the silence he was again inter-
rupted. Finally the outburst died in the
anxiety to hear his speech.
He spoke as follows:
Judge Dixon said: Mr.. President and
Gentlemen have accepted this nomina.
ton contrary to what I should desire, but
upon the expression and wish Of the demo-
cratic party in convention assembled I ac-
cept with great deal of distrust, not Of the
party. not of the ultimate success Of the
prin ciples of our cause, but distrust in my
and what ought to do to forward the sue
cess of the party in this canvass. can
only say to you, however, that az have
been selected to be your representative in
the coming campaign I shall do cheerfully
and untiringly with all the energy possess,
cause OF democracy success In this cam
paiRn. do not propose now to speak to
you about the issues of the day. At some
future time during the canvass I hope to
see You in different portions of the state.
As to discussing the issues now it seems to
me it is not the appropriate time,
! can say in conclusion, AZ 1t seems to be
the almost unanimous desire of the conven-
ton to compliment me, that highly ap-
preciate and sincerely thank you for the
honor. will do whatever can, and that
will be my best, in the campaign. If
shall be 30 unfortunate as not to meet with
the endorsement of the people upon q fair
representation of the issues and an honest
expression of the preferences Of the people,
I shall bow to that decision without any
fault-fnding. or revengeful feeling. II
elected, I will do whatever is in my power
to further the interests Of the people, and
as their agent will look after their interests
at Washington. I desire TO say that if ]
am elected, and can prevent it. no bulldozinG
returning board shall rule me out.
When he finished hats were again thrown
in the air and tumulto Of applause followed
OF course there was but one choice fol
chairman Of the state central committee
and when Harry Comfy said Marcus Daily
was the man all gave shout of approval
Mr.. DAILY tried to decline but his declina
ton would not 70. Finally he turned t.
Judge Dixon and said:
well, Billy, have stood by you and
will not desert you now"
This was indeed a fitting ending
for the session and with joy that wal
fairly overlooking, the delegates took q
recess until eight O'clock.