Bridgeton pioneer. (Bridgeton, N.J.) 1884-1919, 1894-09-27
VOL. LXVI.
COUNTY CONVENTION.
a,reat Gathering of the County
Republicans Thursday; Much
En,husiasm Manifested.

Republicans Thursday; Much
enthusiasm Manifested.
The delegates came early. They
wanted to get together and talk over
the glorious prospects. They want
cd to tell the news from their respec-
tive bailiwicks. They wanted the peo-
ple generally to know that their town.
ships we're going to roll up big votes
for the Republican candidates.
The streets on Thursday presented
a lively appearance. Republicans
were everywhere and they made no
effort to conceal themselves. They
wanted people to know what they
were here for.
T. The County Clerks Office seemedste
be favorite place for the delegates.
They waited to shake the hand of
Clerk William B Trenchard, and as
sure him OF their unanimous support.
The Vlnelaud delegation arrived In
good time. They brought hopeful
tidings and were pleased to learn that
DR.. Balsey was to secure the unani-
mous.support of the county.
On the streets the general impress
sion was that the Convention would
be short. The ms jor1ty of the delega-
ton seemed to think that the proper
course to pursue was to organize
promptly at eleven O'Clock and then
push the work through without ad.
journment.
Over at the Court House there was
an inspiring scene. The delegates
found the Court room bright and
cheerful in keeping with the spirits.
A big flag waved from over the door,
while the big fag Haunted gayly to
the breeze from the high flag staff,
and If there is anything that cheers
the Republican heart, it is the sight of
Old Glory.
The delegates In the Court House
were shaking hands socially and SEEM
ingly enjoying the occasion which
brought them together. There was
Col. Austin, the lively Assemblyman,
of Millville; Senator Stokes, the brill
liant leader; County Chairman Nit.
chell and others prominently known
In the county, all receiving theS.well
wishes of those present. Candidates
for Assembly Minch and higgins we're
also seen among the people.
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by very liberal display of flags and
bunting. A big flag was 6raped in
front of the Judges bench, and a
large flag draped behind on the walls,
while all about the room were numer-
ous small flags, and bunting was hang
ing from the chandeliers and other
places.
Big James B. Monroe, Chairman of
last meeting, called the convention to
order, and amid the greatest applause,
Joseph 8. Turner, of Commercial, was
made chairman. Mr.. Turner neatly
thanked the convention for the honor
and the delegates elected John M.
Laning, Jr., of Bridgeton, and E. r.
White, of Vineland, as Secretaries.
After the call was read by Secretary
Laning, the chair appointed the fol-
lowing committees.
Credentials: Samuel M. Hall, Samuel
Fagan, Geo. Branin, Edward Fleet
wood, j. O. Shinp.
Rules: Samuel L. Sheldon, VIM. Biv-
ms, William Ccrson, William Ogden,
Thomas Hirst,
Resolutions: VIM. Doughty, John 8,
Turner. Edward Corsop, Franklin
Lawrence. Samuel Compton.
Pending the report OF the various
committees, a recess of fifteen minutes
was taken.
Committee on Credentials reported
all wards and townships represented,
and no contests.
The rules Of the previous convention
were adopted as the rules of this con-
vention.
The Committee on Resolutions re-
ported, which report was adopted.
The resolutions will appear in our next
issue.
An additional resolution was passed
authorizing the chairman to appoint a
committee to act with similar commit.
Tee from Cape May County to arrange
Tor Convention of the two counties
TO nominate a candidate for Judge In
case the new judiciary bill becomes a
law.
On the call Of townships the Execu-
tive Committee was named after
which VIM. B. Trenchard was nomi.
mated for County Clerk by acclama.
GIon, and DIR. Halsey, of Vineland, for
Coroner. -o-
AFTERNOON SESSION.
Ihe Convention Is over, the dele