He was placed before the people on his record as a soldier, unhampered by the political declarations which make up the modern platform.

Mr.Clay had expected the nomination, and General Scott had offered to run on the same ticket as Vice-President; but against the constantly rising tide of Taylor's popularity both ordinary and extraordinary political combinations gave way.

Even the Kentucky delegation divided,--in accordance with Mr.Crittenden's judgment, though not by his advice.

To the overwhelming chagrin and mortification of Mr.Clay, a man unknown in political circles was preferred as the candidate of the party of which he felt himself to have been the creator.

Mr.Clay was enraged by the result, and never became reconciled to it.