Ignition troubles

Howdy,

I have a 68 Dodge Dart with a 273 and automatic tranny.
Its been sitting for a while and unfortunately some critters decided to live under the hood.
I got it all cleaned up and tried to fire it up.
It wouldnt start using the ignition key, so I tried to start it by jumping the starter relay solenoid. It worked.
Any ideas? I guess I can install a remote switch so I don't have to open the hood and jump the solenoid every time I want to drive it.
Would appreciate the help. Been away from the mopar scene so I'm a little rusty.

Thanks You...