N. WATKINS, F. s. LATHAM.

MEMPHIS, TENN, Ger. 1, 1915.
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MEMPHIS, IENN., OCT. 4, lo4o.

 On the foregoing page, is that portion ot the proceedings which show the action ol the Convention held at this place on the 4th and 9th days of July last. It will be observed that no action was had on the various pro- positions submitted to the Convention, other than to refer them to the adjourned Conven- ton appointed 10 meet here on the l2th of November next, and to refer to appropriate Committees, such ol them as seemed of chlei importance.

 Its obvious that the results of the ensuing Convention will mainly depend on the weight of character of those engaging in 1t, the fuli. ness of the representation and attendance, and the clear and strong demonstration Ill the proceedings, of the power, resources and necessities of the Western people, and oi their resolute expectation of the favorable ac- ton of the Federal Government henceforth on their interests.

 It is therefore essential, that thorough re- ports be prepared on the subjects referred, which shall collect and colate the abundance of pertinent and impressive facts, and be wor- thy and therefore likely to attract the con- sideration of enlightened and thoughtful men; and that the delegations be numerous, from all parts of the West, and of the South con nectsd with Western Improvements, and men of solid ability, character and public weight.

 The present is thought to be a favorable conjuncture to attract the attention oi the