The record-union., 1893-01-18

When Mr.. Shanahan arose there was
lull. He said he was not voicing the
sentiment of any locality but the entire
people of the State, in nominating the
gifted son of California, Hon. stephen
NJ. White. During the past fifteen years
he had known him and during the entire
time his name had always been linked
with honor and ability. The political
gerrymander Of two years ago was re-
ferred to, and Notwithstanding it, said he,
the Democrats were triumphant under
Whites leadership and acts. Shanahan's
remarks were closed by reading from the
proceeding Of the last Legislature his
predictions that Stephen NJ. White would
be elected United States Senator when
the people were relieved OF putrid in
fuences and appreciated real worth.
Prolonged applause followed.
Finlayson of Los Angeles seconded.
He said the name Of Stephen NJ. White is
indissolubly attached to the history of
California. He paid glowing tribute to
Mr.. White in seconding the nomination.
One of the best speeches of the day was
made by Mr.. Schlesinger. He said he
arose to second the nomination of a man
whose election has been determined by
an appreciative people. 'Stephen NJ.
White is by far the most popular son, the
most distinguished and conspicuous citi-
zen Of this great State. He stands here as
AN HONEST MAN,
Without blot or stain upon either public
or private record. A short time ago a
National convention demanded the nomi-
nation of Grover Cleveland. Our pur-
pose here to-day is to comply with Il
similar popular demand. We are not
called upon to act as arbiters between
two or more candidates. The people
has given US no such difficult task.
Within the borders Of this State there are
many men whose merit and excellence
entitle them to aspire to a seat in the SEN
ate of the United States. But by common
consent there is but one candidate. And
he by his talent, zeal and industry has
taken place in the public heart of our
State which in my Judgment no man
amongst US can at this time claim to en-
joy. OF his ability, of his integrity, OF
his answering consistency as public
citizen no one can entertain the slightest
doubt. Upon all the leading questions OF
the day, he is and always will be found
upon the side CT the people. They have
exercised their prerogatiye well; their
choice has fallen upon man whose fit
ness does not consist in the possession OF
untold wealth, but rather in mind en-
dowed with intellectual gifts Of the rarest
character"
The mention of Cleveland's name called
forth continued applause.
PERKINS VIRTUES.
Mr.. Taylor in nominating Hon. George
c. Perkins said: II rise to place in
nomination man who came TO the
State as a youth, who found it necessary
to toll necessarily until he made his mark
in the history Of the State. A man who
has had the high honor Of being elected
Governor conferred upon him. A man
who has the respect of every man, woman
and child. While L recognize in Hon.
stephen NJ. White man worthy the
suffrage and consideration Of any man. !.
as a Republican, must voice the senti-
ments Of the people Of my district" Mr..
Taylor then named Mr. Perkins.
Mr.. Barker presented the name of a
favored son OF California, Thomas r.
Bard of Ventura.
Hon. Robert NJ. Widney Of Los
Angeles was placed in nomination by
Mr.. Pendleton.
Mr.. Thomas of Nevada made a fine
speech in nominating Hon. E. NJ Pres
| ton Of Nevada
Mr.. Dodge seconded Perkins.
| Androus gave the second to nomination
Of Widney.
The name of Mr.. Bard was seconded by
| Mr. Perkins.
In naming Hon. Thomas V. Gator Mr..
Bretz said he was not supposed to make
lengthy speech. He said Mr.. Gator
stands on a platform of principles and
measures; a man who is bound to the
people. The name of the gentleman he
would present, he said, was a household
word in every family Of reform.
/ Mr.. Vann said he took pleasure as a
| farmer to second the name OF Thomas v,
! Gator. Little did he think two years ago
that eight Peoples party men would
stand on the floor of the Assembly at this
! session Of the Legislature He listened
with interest to the speeches about the
1 great political cyclone. The Democrats
would not have achieved so great a vic
tory without the aid of the People's
party. If the Democrats wanted to perpet-
uate the old-time Jacksonian principles
they should vote for Gator. If the Re-
publicans wanted those of Lincoln. thev
| should vote for Gator.
CARLsoN's RIGHTEOUSNESS.
Carlson, the Independent Of San Diego.
had candidate, too. His speech was
full of humor. He said: II represent no
party 1 am here solely to represent the
people Of the whole State.''
HewIshed to address himself first to
the Republicans, he continued. 'The
Republicans are looking for a Moses to
lead them out Of the dark. I viii name
a gentleman to lead them to victory. The
/ gentleman l will name was a DELEGATE to
! the National Convention eight years ago:
was one of the committee to inform
! Blaine of his nomination. You want a
man who will work for the whole State
and who does not simply represent a Sec
ton" Carlson Continued. "You want a
man who is not mixed up in factional
fights. Now is your time. I give you
your opportunity, Republicans. My can
didate is all right on the railroad ques-
/ ton, on the silver question and on the
Nicaragua Canal. What more do you
want?''
Mr.. Carlson said he took great pleasure
in naming Hon. D. C. Reed of San Diego
Mr.. Casterline heartily indorsed The
nomination Of Reed. He said the nomi-
nee possessed every qualification for the
! high office of Senator.