Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1827-07-03

sears ago, IL hsp been my happiness never to differ
with that State on any great measure OF national
policy. will not make exception Of the Mis- !
souri, Question, because agreed with her in the
sbsii act the subject OF slavery, and in all prac
teal and constitutional means OF Riding the
country OF its evils, and she ultimately hailed the
amicsble settlement of that threatening question
with patriotic JOY.
have difIer ed only once with Penn.y!v asis
and that was difference in relation TO u,en, no,
measures. II twas not among the most nconsidera-
Die reasons hch induced me on that occasion TO
make the selec ton which did, that thought the
measures which Pennsy lvania approved would be
safer under the administration of our present Chief
Magistrate. knew liz opinions, and have not
been disappointed did not certainly know the
succeeding events have not been OF a nature TO qui
Ell them.
differed from you only about men. We did not
disagree about the business OF the national family.
You wanted one Foreman; thought, under the
guidance of another, our work would be better
planned and executed, our accounts better kept and
settled, and all parts of the concern would enjoy
higher prosperity.
We differed only about men. You wished to
commit the national ship 10 a gallant COMMANDER
thought that no, his element, and preferred
another, who possessed. believe, more skill and
experiences; and under whose command j thought
the ship, and the crew. and the cargo, would be- SAT-
er and happier.
You were actuated by one OF the noblest Of vir-
tues. TOO acknowledge it's sway. But whilst
military merit is disqualification, but, when
companied by other requisite aitainmants, may be
a reason for civil promotion, standing, as il APP
pesred To me, alone, did not think we could pru-
IDENTIFY entru-, the Chief Asgi-tracy Of this great
country TO the distinguished object of your choice.
felt with you the obligations of national gratitude
Bur thought they should be fulfilled in other
forms. Let the public gratitude manifest itself in
Trafa I,Is H. dos f,1y, tha lie
treasure. Let inspired poets sirg the praises of
our military and naval commanders. Let he Chi
sci and the pencil preserve their faithful images for
the g. atificson of the present and future genera
tons Let the impartial historian faithfully record
their deeds OF glory and renown, for the adnira-
ton and Imitation of Posterity. cay, too, in the
language of departed sage, (" honor to these who
NIL the measure of their couniry's honor" But il
1t should be appropriate, csnsiderate honor such
as become lite object, and such freemen, jealous,
cautious, and enlightened freemsn, ought to bss
tow. III my suffrage is asked for the highest civil
oihce oil my country, the candidate however illus
iFious and successful he may be, must present some
other title than laurels, however gloriously gather
ed on the blood-staned field
These are my principles, which governed me
on the memorable occasion 10 which 1 have refer
red. quarrel with no man for holding opposite
principles. ask only the humble privilege OF act
ing upon my own. And that privilege ,ciH ex.
ercise during life, in spite of all the dsTaction
lumDy and intimidation by which have been, or
may be assaled. Throughout life, which is not
now short. have had the greatest confidence in
the eandor. the intelligence and the justice OF the
public. do not speak of confidence in the abused
sense of the affected demagogue, but of that conf
dence which lies at the bottom of all institu-
tons, which suppOses a competency in The People
TO self-goyernmsnt, without which, liberty is a
mockery, and our system splendid illusion.
have yet another cherished resource, of which
IA rpfx lawNrf l.
consciousness of the recttude with which knOto !
have faithfully served my country.
will not longer detain you ask permission 10 I
Offer sentiment: I
The City of Pittsburgh: The abundance, variety |
and excellence of its fabrics attest the wisdom of
The policy which fosters them.
II Tie Congress of Tacubaya- Honorable alike !
to him who projected, and those who supported, |
the humane and glorious mission May the split |
Of 10 animate it's councils.
ID The WoolIsn Bill &" lie, US feed, clothe, |
and protect ourseiyes.'
IL Greece May Heaven prosper the cause of |
Freedom and the Cross.
10 Roads and Canals The guarantees Of our |
Union.
l6 The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal The wa |
Ter cement of our political arch
II William Penn The mild and benevolent |
founder of Pennsylvania. Let us not forget the |
ustrious dead, however remote from the present |
lime.
IS Alex. Hamilton The first advocate of pro- |
ectye duties.
10 The memory of Fulton May the extent of |
his fame be bounded only by the tfiumphs of his |
genius.
20 Oliver Evans WHO foretoId the achieve |
nenfs of steam, and whose genius contributed 10 |
tul6l his predictions.
81 Hezekiah Niles Honor to him who has |
nailed the American System 10 the mast, and never
struck his flag.
22 Mathew Carey The jealous advocate OF
:onntry.
23 Mr. Msllary-- Chairman OF the Committee Of
May Ire prove The Jason of his
country, and win for her the golden fleece.
"a Our fair Countrywomen-The only letters
We endure those thrown around US by their
vitcheries.
VOLUNTEERS.
By Genetal Marks, President of the Day The
State of Pennsy lvania- Wise in her conBcils and
atriolic in her endeavors to procure TO her cili-
ems the acquisition ofweslth, prosperity, and hap
'ness.
BY Mr.. George Rspp- Religion and Reason
The two pillars of National happihess-BIsy they
ong predomnats in and sustain the glory OF our
4 m eficsn States.
By Mr.. +. RaPp-lndusiry and Economy-jbe
ureties Of welfare and happiness May their COM
lined power unite the interest Of all the States in
he Union family.
BY the COMMITTEES Of A;fangement-Tbe An
.hor Pepper Mia The only American Factory
yer stopped through Henry Clsy-Il stopped one
tag 10 honor him who prevented ii from stopping
ltoge,her.
The number Of persons At he dinner was much l.
anger than assembled on a similar occasion
n this City, being, as nearly as could be ascer-
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