Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1827-03-27
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his srpiahe and Social virtues, and in public life
entitled 10 our confidence AID support. May hi,
recen, effort in Congress in behalf Of the liberty
OF he p ess, tend TO awaken the American People
TO The importance of the subject
Gen. Saunders then rose aud said -
GENrLEMEx The situation in which find
myself placed, surrounded by those with mos; of
when have long lived on terms OF intimacy *
social intercourse the occasion, and the manner
III which you have been pleased to express your
appreciation of my public course and private con-
duct, is calculated TO aw AIKEN the best feelings OF
my nature. / shall not attempt on this occasion
to give ven, 10 these feelings, eloquence itself
wouii fail in The expression of ny gratitude lit is
the language OF the heart, and from the heart
tbank you.
The situation of Repre- in Congress
is at all times important and responsible one
responsible alike To the constituent and his country
have enieavored during my term of service 10
meet this responsibility frankly and 6rmly, And
willis, have looked to the appreciation of The
people the highest reward, next to clear con-
ence, for faithful discharge OF duty, have
esGeavored TO accommodate my views TO what
deemed the best interest OF the nation. That
have, in some degree, obtained this high need of
appreciation, IL evinced on this day bT your kind
Commentator. should now deem il criminal
voluntarily 20 retire from the situation have had
the honor TO hold, but FROM mperious obliga-
ton of private duty, and the kno Wedge that il
will be in The power OF the district 10 select an
other, better qualified than NY SELF aod equally dis
posed TO sustain that policy, which know will
meet with their approval The feeble eaor,
made on recentioccasion, in behalf of the press,
and tn which you have alluded in such falteriag
terms, as but IN unison with those who are now
con;ending ia The great c,use of The people "a
Seinst the unhaowed purposes TO which she pa
,ronage of the General Government is sought TO
be applied. When The freedom Of the press shall
be invaded or ssduced by governmental sliment
from free and fearless discharge Of duty, then
indeed may patronage claim important victory
over public sentiment. But whilst express 10
you the firm conviction that will be lei,
unessayed by those no in authority tn retain their
power, entertain the well grounded hope, that
the feenien of the nation will rise in the majesty
of their strength from the banks of the Hudson to
the Rocky mountains, and shake those from their
gained and abused authority the lion shakes
the dewy drops from his mane.'' trust, in such
contest. our state will be prepared for the crisis -
Permit me then to give you as sentiment
8. The State of North Carolina Tho unassum-
ing In her pretensons, sound in principle and
infiexbe in purpose may she in 1925, visit up
Oh the political conduct of the Son, the same SEN
tence she passed upon that of the Father.
4. The Freedom of the Press.-'Jaslly esteem
ed the Palladium Of public Liberty, secured by the
Constitution of oar Country. May it never be
controlled by Executive Patronage
). The Constitution Of the U. Ststes-It has
withsto the attempts of treason and the horrors
of war, can il bear the shock of modem consruc-
lion;
q. Our distinguished Gues', John C.. Calhoun
The eloquent advocate and di.poser Of the rights
of his country in the war, and The able and eff
cient Secretary of the War Department.; malice
and deraction can never deprecia;e such talents
and such services in the estimation of his country
H. ~ T. At L
deeply affected by the kind expression in hin ia
vor. He felt that it was out of his power by any
expression OF his gratitude, to make an adequate
return. He would not attempt il, but would SIM
ply add his hope, that such would ever be his
public conduct 10 meri, continuance of their
appreciation.
That public servant but lily deserves the good
opinion OF his fellow-ciiizens who, in any enler-
gency, was incapable of following the dictates Of
duty, however great the difficulty and danger.-
In the present great crisis of affairs, he, at an
early period had fixed on his course, with the
settled resolution to adhere 10 il with modera.
ton, but in flexible rmness, in spite OF de,rsciion
and epposition. The danger 10 which he expo
sed himself was not unforeseen but could only be
avoided by weakly yielding to the current, or by
meanly conceang his sentiments by assumed
neutrality; either of which course he was incapa-
bile, he trusted, Of adopting. If he knew him.
self, he would much rather sink under honest
and open attempt 10 maintain his sentiments than
to rise by such base and cowardly means.
One circumstance hal. however, consoled him
in every danger and difficulty. He stood not a.
lone. IN this great struggle in favor of pyinci-
Piles he found himself associated with those, with
whom it was his pride to act; men of the most
exalted Intellect and piirest palTioism men, who
understood profoundly, practically and theorei-
caiIy, the principles OF political institutions
aud who were, with all their hearts, devoted to
preserve them in their original purity. Acting
with such men in such cause, he would indeed
deserve TO lose what little reputation lie had &C
CURED, If he did not treat with scorn the attempts
20 detract from his character. He would not by
extending his remarks, intrude farther on their
patience, but before he sat down, be begged leave
10 offer IA sentiment;
The Union of the Sfates.- Founded on the
principles of reason and justice, its preservation
req tires equal participation in all its parts of
its benefits and its burdens.
Z. a we'll organized Militia The 9Th of jan
usry, 1915, bears testimony of their efficiency and
ability IN defence OF their country.
g. William III. Crawford The able and incor-
ruptibe statesman, the dign fled gentleman in pri-
vaie life
0. Nathaniel Macon. - The consistent poli,ici-
an, The honest man.
10. The Army and Navy May they never
forget that they are the servants and not The mas
tiers Of the people.
IL Agriculture, Commerce, and Manufactures.
= The policy of our country requires they should
be placed upon the basis of fair competition
z. The Colonial trade with @ Britain Ne
elected by the administration, our country had
right TO expect of Congress It's regulation and
protection.
Is. The Senate Of the u Stsie-.- Enlightened
and firm, it constitutes the balance of power, be-