, and again in 1852, he had been one of the major contenders for the Democratic nomination for President. The year 1856 finds Buchanan, now sixty-five years old, as Ambassador to Great Britain. Nevertheless his candidacy is actively supported by friends in the United States. Quite early it became

leadings. The following brief synopsis of the more important events in Mr. Buchanan's life will show to what he attained and to what extent he was trusted by three Presidents of the United States, and by others who knew his real worth: Diligent student in college. Brilliant young lawyer. Soldier in War of

in war time— The Democracy in 1864—Buchanan's dislike of Douglas unabated—McClellan as a candidate—Buchanan foresees party difficulties in case of victory—New issues for the Old Democracy—Negro Suffrage and States Rights—Buchanan's estimate of Grant—Final advice upon the conduct of the Democratic