Evarts never showed the talent or inclination for electoral politics , but he early became relied on by party leaders to perform oratorical or public ceremonial functions . In early 1852 he made two major addresses at large meetings for Daniel Webster 's candidacy : one in March at the Metropolitan Hall and the other in June at Constitution Hall right before the Whig National Convention . Evarts 's allegiance was out of touch not only with both the Northern and Southern factions of the Whigs but also with William H. Seward , who supported General Winfield Scott
Whig National Convention
1852 Whig National Convention
William M. Evarts