We claim no half rights, mind you, but all the rights we are entitled to." Begg, an eye-witness, says: "Immediately after the meeting the utmost good feeling prevailed.

French and English shook hands, and for the first time in many months a spirit of unity between the two classes of settlers appeared.

The elections took place in due time, but in Winnipeg Mr.Bannatyne, the best citizen of the place, was beaten by Mr.A.H.
Scott, and the greatest annoyance was felt at this by the better citizens on account of his being an American, and because of the 'New Nation' continuing to advocate annexation." On the 25th of January the forty delegates assembled.

Much excitement had been caused at this time among the French by the escape of Dr.
Schultz, their great opponent.

Commissioner Smith addressed the Convention.