Literary cadet and Rhode-Island statesman. [volume] (Providence, R.I.) 1827-1829, 1827-12-26
PROVIDENCE.

NoRTH-CAROLINA.-The Hon. John SIAN
leg, of Newbern, North Carolina, representative
elect from the town Of Newborn, and for several
years distinguished as an able member of the
*IIouse OF Commons, has resigned his seat, and
u writ Of election has been issued to supply
the vacancy. The Honorable Wiiiam CASTOR,
has probably been elected 10 supply the place
vacated by MIR. Stanley, and popular favor could
not be bestowed upon a more worthy, or able
individual.
Mr.. Stanley resigns his seat, in consequen nee
OF continued i'll health. Tho melancholy s;tua-
ton ofthis distinguished gentleman, is to be sin
cerely deplored, by all who know him; and the
loss ofthe services Of such an individual, will be
iclt and dcplored by the North Carolina public.
Whilst in tho discharge Of his o%ii,ial duties the
last year, Mr.. Stanley, engaged in an important
debate, suddenly ceased speaking, and begged to
be excused by the House, as he felt exceedingly
unwell. In compliance with this request, he
was excused, and in a few moments afterwards,
it was discovered that he was nearly specifies,
having been struck with paralysis; when, the
House adjourned. The sudden prostration of
such a man, under circumstances so peculiar
in the midst of life, and usefulness, failed not to
excite the sympathy of all, and all INDUCED in
a fond hope, that he would ultimately be re-
stored. But the heavy hand of affection has
pressed too hard upon him, and finding that he
is unable TO discharge the duties imposed upon
him, he has resigned his office. and it is pretty
certain, that Mr.. CASTOR will be elevated to his
place.
Mr.. Gaslon, is undoubtedly one Of the ablest
men North Carolina has thus far produced, AMI
but for his unfortunate manners, would pro5a-
oily have received the first honors of his native
State. Educated in the higher schools Of polite
literature, he has ever disdained to descend to
the low arts and i~ntriSues, which all men must
resort to, TO secure the SURFACES Of the North
Carolina populace. Though he refuses to do
this, he is one of the most accomplished men Of
the times, and has imbibed those Chesterfieldian
notions, which are not well calculated to suit
the notions, of the tar and turpentine manu-
facturers of North Carolina.
Let il not oe Supposed from this incidental
remark, that we would offer any disrespect to
the good people of North %arolins; for we know
them too well, and have too often witnessed
their acts of courtesy and general hospitality. to
say one word That would, in the least degree,
offend them. No State in the Union affords a
| o,,.o rnG,oJ ,;.,Io IF en,iofv fhon Norfb. { ro-
lina;-her citizens, excepting the lower classes,
are refined, intelligent, and generous; but to
secure the sufTrages of all, where the right of
suffrage is so free, it is absolutely necessary for
a political aspirant, TO descend to low arts and
intrigues, which are repulsivc TO the feelings of
men of nice sensibilities.
For several years, Mr.. Gasion was a distin-
guished member Of The Congress of the United
| States; but, being a Federali,t of the old school,
when that party was amalgamated with The
Democrats, in accordance with The mistaken
notions of Mr.. Monroe, like hundreds Of the en-
lightened Of that party, his sun was set for the
moment, but we hope it will rise again, in all
the brilIiancy Of its meridian splendor. indie
pendent in his principles, and scorning to stoop
TO low intrigue, TO purchase golden opinions
Fl ON all sorts Of men," from the day of his pollti-
cal discontinue, he has remained in COMPARE
tive obscuri,y. AS an orator, lie is eloquent,
argumentative, sound and logical, and would do
honor TO any deliberative assembly.
We admire him for his talents, respect him
for his independence aud manlines.; aud, that
respect is increased, from the circu instance, that
he is a warm supporter of Mes'rs. Adams and
Clay, and through all the vicissitudes Of the
present Administration, has been found its warm
and efficient supporter. Ills elevation to the
Commons of North. Carolina, may be considered
a minor triumph Of principle, over the designs
ola faciion-as a triumph Of tie statesman, over
the mere hero.
tTne House Of Comrrons-Thc popular branch Of the leg
stature Of North.CaroIina, is called the House Of Commons =
and W. believe that Nolth-Ca olnna i, the only State in this
Republic, which hears this odious badge Of former bondage
this last remnaDt. Of Royalty in America.