CHAPTER II.
The Convention of 1787 .-- Diversity of Opinion .-- Luther Martin's Account of the Three Parties .-- The Question of Representation .-- Compromise effected .-- Mr.Randolph's Resolutions .-- The Word "National" condemned .-- Plan of Government framed .-- Difficulty with Regard to Ratification, and its Solution .-- Provision for Secession from the Union .-- Views of Mr.Gerry and Mr.Madison .-- False Interpretations .-- Close of the Convention..