The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1904-04-22
At TER A TEMPEST
Harmony Reigns in Con-
vention. German First,
Parker Second.
(By the Associated Press.)

Charleston, w. Va, April 20.-The
largest and stormiest Democratic conyen-
tion ever known in this State was held
today Warren Hays. who was selected as
a district delegate, and who is support
err of William Randolph Hearst, for the
presidency, while making a speech from
bcx in the theatre where the conven-
ton was held, scored ex-senator Johnson
n. Camden as being bolter III the past
and with emphasis gave the lie to dele
gate who, an hour previous had been Sc
ected as an alternate to st. LOUIS. be-
cause the alternate had branded Hayes
IL open convention as q reen-backef.
The alternate, Colonel Merry, oil Tyler
county, leaped upon char ~ the con-
vention hall and responded IN stentorlan
tones that Hayes was Ear Ex-senator.
Camden and the organizers were other
wise fiercely attacked by Regulars, but
they had many warm supporters, many
Of whom were Bryan Democrats who came
to their aid at the proper time Ana yet,
Notwithstanding the stormy scenes, the
convention ended in perfect harmony ana
amid enthusiasm. The delegates at large
were elected by acclamatlon Ihey were;
owen S. Mckinney. Of Falrmont; former
Senator Henry G. DAVIS, OF Elklns; form
er Governor VIM A. McCOrkle, OF Charles
Camden, of Parkersburg.
The resolutions adopted say IN part:
1--WE condemn the usurpaton of egis
latiye power bv the President and declare
for 2 government of law binding alike
upon presidents. cabinets, legislatures,
courts and people, and especially restrain
ing encroachments by the executive upon
the legislative and judicial departments OF
the government. We condemn the spirit
of military domination, which has led to
the disregard of our treaty Obligations and
10 the oppression of weaker peoples. ali
Of which lends to lessen within ourselves
q dntv Of law and love Of liberty ami
peace There must be return TO con-
sentative principles OF government. in
no other way can business commence De
fully restored. Unsteady national policies
and q restless spirit Of adventure create
alarms that check our commercial growth
aud render it impossible for our people
TO enjoy in their quality and confidence
the gains CT their Industries.
1--WE oppose these trusts and combna-
lions which Cypress the people and stife
healthy industrial competition
eve demand that a check be placed
upon extravaganza in public expenditures.
1--WE demand a reasonable revision OF
tariff adjusted in such manner as TO 40
the greatest good to the greatest number
vi GcOplc
James H. Holt, who was the Demo,
cratic nominee for governor IN the last
campaign, was made permanent chair
man. His speech was c3liservaIlye, but
along regular Democratic lines. When he
referred to Bryan the delegates cheered
enthusiastically.
Henry G. Davis. VINO Is !" COUSIN OF
Senator German was forced TO respond
with a speech to repeated and urgent
call When Mr.. Davis mentioned the name
of German. the delegates gave a remark
able ovation and hats aid canes canes wero
tossed in the air. The four n,o DELEGATES at
large and all the district delee et EXCEPT
two from the fourth als.iic ond aI DO Iof
sacnnd Nd I Iod nent. of Grafton. was
named to s succeed himself on the supreme
Court bench. AZ -
adjourned.