But he should not have been nominated by a city delegate, for he is not the choice of New York City, and any attempt to show that he is, or that he has any true backing there, is only an attempt to deceive.

In seconding his nomination therefore, I wish it to be distinctly understood that both his nomination and seconding are personal acts, and in no sense the act of the delegates of the city of New York." There was a mingling of hoots and cheers as Peter sat down, though neither was very strong.

In truth, the larger part of the delegates were very much in the dark as to the tendency of Peter's speech.

"Was it friendly or unfriendly to Porter ?" they wondered.
"Mr.Maguire," said the chairman.
"Mr.Chairman, the gentleman who has just sat down is to be complimented on his speech.

In my whole life I have never heard so deceptive and blinding a narration.