The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-08-12
ma. rrLER NOMINATED.
Made Unanimous by Acclamation on Mos
tion of Mr.. EllysoD.

Al this iuncture of the proceedings Hon.
j. TAYLOR Ellyson arose from seat which
he had occupied on the platform ana step
ped slowly TO the front. The convention
anticipating apparently that Mr.. Elyaon
was about 10 second Major Tyler's nOml-
nation, became almost frantic with enthu-
siasm. After quiet mad been restored
Chairman Saunders presented Mr.. Ellyson
to the big gathering and the Chairman
Of the Democratic State Committee IN
moving that Major Tyler's nomination oe
made unanimous. said.
Mr. Chairman and Gentlemen Of the
convention. The Democrats of Virginia
have sgnihed their preferences as 10 who
shall be the next Governor of this state.
i arise for the purpose of moving that We
declare by reclamation as our nominee
for Governor that distinguished son OF
Pulaski. the Honorable J. Hoge Tyler.
tremendous applausoj Major Tyler is
i gentleman of such unstained character
high integrity, wide acquaintance with
public affairs and so thoroughly identi-
fed with all that is best in old Virginia.
that feel that ne would make US an ideal
candidate. 1t has given me the greatest
pleasure TO come into your presence to-
night and recognize your wishes and say,
Il join with his friends I'm the determine
ton that we shall make this contest one
Of the most glorious and memorable in the
annals Of the Democratic party in the
ola Dominion.
voice: we accept your proposition
with this addition. that J. Taylor Ellyson
be our next chairman
DEEPLY TOUCHED.
mo man can be more grateful than
am for the loyal support and unfailing de-
votion of my friends who have given me
In nd Bn
been deeply touched by this kindly greet
ing which / have received from the hands
Of the friends Of Major Tyler in every
section of the State since my arrival in
this city. And you have made me feel
that though we may nave been divided as
20 our preferences. the supporters of both
can heartily and enthusiastically unite I'm
the support of him whose nomination II
IS my pleasure To second.
II want TO say that / have given the
best years Of my life TO the services of
the Democratic party. (Applause). II
has not been TO me on irksome task but
has been a pleasant duty to labor 20 per-
petuate the principles Of that party.
which had jefferson for it's founder. and
Jackson as its defender. and VIM. Jen-
nings BRYAN. Tremendous applause, and
cries OF Wen stick by you for Governor
four years from now.D
Il feel. gentlemen. that I would be I'M
worthy OF your confidence If / was not
ready 10 say most heartily and sincerely
that | place myself entirely i'm the hands
Of this convention TO discharge a.y duty
u may be your pleasure to assign TO me
1oud cheers. and there shall be no man
in all this Commonwealth 10 give more
loyal. active, and earnest support 10 the
ticket nominated than ne who now stands
before you.
III Il shall be your pleasure TO decree
otherwise. II IS your privilege 10 COM
inand. and II shall hc nv pleasure 10 obey.
No mere personal disappointment and
unsatished ambition shall ever lessen my
enthusiasm and ardor in the course OF
that party. which for so many years has
honored me with its leadership. whose
principles | hold so dear and whose fu-
ture feel so deeply interested m.
"All hail. gentlemen of the convention.
20 him who shall be our chiefand may the
hes, anticipations Of his friends. be more
than realized. Nav his administration he
distinguished for that great measure OF
prosperity. peace and plenty which his
people shall have enjoyed during the
years when he serves them as Governor
~ this Commonwealth"
The motion Of Mr.. Ellyson 10 nominate
Mai. Tyler 10y reclamation was. OF course,
unanimously carried by rising vote.
ELLYSON ELECTED CHIIRMaN.