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June 11, 1863
Puget Sound Herald
Steilacoom, Pierce County, Washington
What is this article about?
Hon. H. M. McGill withdraws his independent candidacy for Congress to support Union nominee Mr. Raynor, motivated by patriotism despite strong backing from Puget Sound supporters.
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Withdrawal.
Hon. H. M. McGill, who was announced in our columns last week as an independent candidate for Congress, called upon us in person and requested the withdrawal of his name.
He claims no merit for this generous act; but from others we learn that he was actuated by purely patriotic motives, and a desire to see the Union cause triumph over its enemies.
To the nominee of the Union party, Mr. Raynor, he will give a cordial support. Mr. McGill had assurances from many of the best men of Puget Sound that he was their first choice for Delegate, and as an independent candidate his prospects were flattering.
This should be borne in mind to his credit.
Hon. H. M. McGill, who was announced in our columns last week as an independent candidate for Congress, called upon us in person and requested the withdrawal of his name.
He claims no merit for this generous act; but from others we learn that he was actuated by purely patriotic motives, and a desire to see the Union cause triumph over its enemies.
To the nominee of the Union party, Mr. Raynor, he will give a cordial support. Mr. McGill had assurances from many of the best men of Puget Sound that he was their first choice for Delegate, and as an independent candidate his prospects were flattering.
This should be borne in mind to his credit.
What sub-type of article is it?
Biography
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Moral Virtue
What keywords are associated?
Political Withdrawal
Independent Candidate
Union Party
Patriotic Motives
Puget Sound
What entities or persons were involved?
Hon. H. M. Mcgill
Mr. Raynor
Where did it happen?
Puget Sound
Story Details
Key Persons
Hon. H. M. Mcgill
Mr. Raynor
Location
Puget Sound
Story Details
Hon. H. M. McGill withdraws his name as an independent candidate for Congress after requesting its removal, motivated by patriotic desire to support the Union party's nominee Mr. Raynor, despite having strong assurances of support from Puget Sound.