But Buchanan expressed his con- fidence that his victory in New Hampshire would start a campaign which would eventually win the White House.

"We have proven that ideals, conviction and passion can beat big money anytime," said Buchanan, who left for South Carolina last night before the votes were all tabulated.

The intense loyalty of his faction of the party was evident yesterday, according to Buchanan's sister Bay, who said volunteers from across the country helped contact Republicans to encourage them to vote in the primary.

The festive night--full of dancing, chanting and spontaneous renditions of 'God Bless America' by the crowd, attracted supporters from across the nation.

"I knew history was going to be made here and I wanted to be a part of it," said Oscar C. Poole who decided just last night to make the long trek to New Hampshire from Ellijay, Georgia.

Allegations that Buchanan's co-chair has associated with white supremacists did not deter Poole or change his beliefs about Buchanan.

"I wouldn't support him if he were a racist or fascist--I would not have come up all the way from Georgia," added Poole.

The band of followers, which included significant numbers of members of the Christian Coalition and anti-abortion groups, said they were confident that Buchanan would win the nomination.

"I'd like to see Buchanan go full-fist against Clinton and drag him through the mud," said Faith P. Myrrold or Manchester, who brought her 16-month-old daughter to the event last night