Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1826-09-15
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Remarks on Jonathan Roberts Letter
| Mr. Roberts has replied to the Philadelphia Re
publican Circular with the creates; self compacen
/ cy' Dut TINS creates no surprise; his Letter is
rounded on Misrepresentation and perv ersion. Some
secret offence or disappointment, makes him reio ce
mat he can vent his spleen in any direction. In
tins sarcastic humour, he wantony assails Andrew
Jackson, one OF the most generous benefactors OF
the nation, and attempts to deiract from the high
minded Hero his well-eainei applause.
| Those who rally, under The name of Republi
cans, have selected Andrew Jackson as their Re-
preventative for the Presidential Election; sensible
that during all his life, and amid all his works he
has evlnced repubicanism worthy of imitation
and that his country, in gratitude for his exalted
services and accomplished character, considers him
as the most deserving of the FIRST office in the gift
OF he people. In all the previous lie of And ew
Jackson, IN various capacities, he has shown a
comprehensive and energetic mnd, guided by a
practical method, that has ensured success vherev
er he has had the per-onal superntendence His
mastery views OF our institutions and policy, ex-
hibit the pures, devotion TO his country, and alto
gether announce him one Of the most extraordi
nary men ot The present time. The motives of no
man were ever attacked with more hostility. and
no man ever came out more tTiumphsnly over his
opponents His literary illusions are distinguished
Tor their elegant appropriateness and strength
! Mr.. Roberts says OF Gen Jackson little con-
vers'ni with the duties and responsibilities of civil
magistrates, he has but recently retired from the
command of an army The habits of military
| command are strong upon him. Ne is accustomed
10 implicit OBEDIENCE Tie people are well ao
prised that General Jacksons life has been mostly
occupied In Courts oil Law; and as to the com
nent on his military character, the Memoirs of his
Lille VIII show the uncertain and embarrassing sit
aaons to which he was often reduced by the troops
ne commanded-a militia unused to, and jealous OF
controu, often multiplying, attempting to desert en-
masSe prompted by The neglect they received from
Government, and awarding praise TO their com
mandsr Tor his UNIV carried efforts 10 rensta,e then,
In their wavering duty. With Fatherly solicit
tude he attended to their wants in the field and de-
tended them IRON imposition on their return home
| Alter the rigid rules of war Were COMPLIED with
which duty imperiously demanded, no man has ever
shown brighter traits OF humanity, or more chival
rous magnanimity. They are impressed ON all his
actions with mankind Turn to the pages of
American history which immortalized by his
services sse him sharing with his soldiers watch
iulness, famine, and all the horrors of war: bur in
responsibility, alone. From the long continued
peace the United States had enjoyed, the Govern
meni found itself inexperienced in the details of
war Ii might have made the most strenuous eff.
lorts 10 put New Orleans in proper state OF de.
fence; but one-third more of the small militia
force, collec Ell there without arms the boats
important event was decided. General Jackson,s
defence of New Orleans will ever rebound 10 lis
honour and the glory OF his country Ills defeat of
| the formidable foe not only saved Louisiana. bu,
the Southern States from the brutal excuses of
licentious soldiery. Apprised tha, some treasona-
bic citizens were celebrating the surrender of the
city to the British-iis unprepared and destitute
condition, with dangers in every shape pressing on
him. fastened events to that critical stale tohenthe
end justified the means. An enemy not only in
vadlns the soil, but on the very threshhold of The
camp, left him no alternative but martial rule
resort consistent with the usage Of nations HI.
proceedings entirely regulated by the good OF
bis country; AMI when the exigency of the moment
had thereby passed away, lie made ample amends
to the ssncity OF the law, and none but an enemy
(oi whom every man has sope) would ever revert
to this circumstance.
His couatTy has praised and justified him for his
heroic conduct Congress have expressed their
most hearty appreciation for it; and the gratitude of
The citizens of New Oleans to their brave defender
could not be exceeded. They have Gin IS2N re-
solved to perpetuate his SCI vices by marble sta
tue.
The people have been asionisaed by charge
against the General, so formdaby made by Nj.
Roberts, respecting the death of Neaie Cameron.
Tbs is most plausible Misrepresentation The fact
Is, that while General Jackson was 500 miles dis
ani on journey, this man deserted and was shot
by order of Col King, commanding, on his own re-
sponsibty.
When General Jackson was appointed Governor
OF Florida, he found that community in the most
disorganized condition. BY his energetic conduct
he saved the United States in land more than
million OF acres, prevented much conflicting Dispute
OF individual property, expelled band of lavless
adventures, and fully satisfied the wishes of his
Government. MIR Roberts inquiries, why ihe
election OF ISi6 and 1920 passed over and the
name OF Andrew JsclSson- never lisped as Candi-
dae!" The most probable reason is a blind reve.
renee OF the people 70 the example of Gen. Wash
lngton filling that Office for two terms But this
honour was meant TO be singular, and not 10 serve
as precedent. The people must beware IN time
OF this threatening evil, and resolve that every in
cumbent shall vacaie bis Office at the end of four
years, the period limited 10y the constitution, and
one OF It's finest republican features. Obeyng its
letter and spirit, will happy country from
tue inrigues tor Office and al the petnicous ef-
iects Of executive patronage. Our unequalled
constitution preserved immaculate, and we behold
me power OF Government so equally checked and
balanced, that the President and his Cabinet are
completely within the conIoul of Congress The
cabinet is the real effective force of the resident
but It IS to that venerate1 body, the Congress. to
whose hands is committed the national safety and
glory
There IS considerable verbiage in Mr.. RObef,s's
" poliN communication" not worthy of notice
unless it is to solve the purport oi his letter which
Is his individual preference for Messrs Adams and
Gay and his wish TO convert the people before he
makes ms own confession. The party who wish
10 extend Mr.. Adams 5 term 10 four years longer
with all their ab-urdiues, most fssdio1s in their
manner Of teaching the people TO reverence the sd
ministration; including Mr.. Adams only. while.
at the same time, they pour out tier unmeasured
abuse on the Vice President Mr. Calhoun oCI