CHAPTER XXIX.

THE DIX CONVENTION.

How the War Democrat, General Dix, was Elected Governor 297

by the Republican Party.—The Candidates of Senator

Conkling Rejected.—How Dix was Sprung on the

Convention, to the Consternation of the Caucus.—Judge

Robertson’s Disappointment.—Exciting Scenes in the

Convention.—General Dix declines the Nomination, but

Reconsiders and Accepts on the Advice of His Wife and

General Grant.—How Dix’s Election Ensures Grant’s

Second Term as President