American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1827-06-05

EXCEPT 50 far as he acts openly or officially. sur
rounded By books and papers during the carry P"'
of the day. Mr.. Adams is found in his study. de
voting himself laboriously to public business. lhere
never could be more industrious public servant
10 perform with intelligence, honesty, and care,
the duties confided to him, appears TO De ms c'ne'
pride. In the midst OF all the convusive 'iross
of party the violence of assault the personal a'-
tacks upon himself, he seems the least Interested
the most unmoved. of any person at washington
YIN wouId not suppose he was aware an election was
approaching in which he was personally interested"
When attacks the most bitter, and charges inc
most gross. are hurled at him by the exaspcrated
politicians of the South, as it he was raitor--the
very worst man in the Republic, 50 calm and IN
moved is he, that an observer would suppose that
lust such man must have been in the Poets mlld
when he wrote
Jusum ct tenscem &c
O." How does all this affect the President was
said one day TO gentleman who was presumed t."
have the means of knowing. $ He does not seem
10 know he is concerned in the matter at all
was the reply. Mr.. Adams appears to think only
of doing the public business faithfully; and to con
fide entirely in the intelligence and goodness "i
the people, that il he serves them with slnslehc.s
Of heart. thev will do what is right and proper. Ii
Hc Stth popularity WV I'uphS W. 49, 1851
er it be by censurable arts or objectionable means
10 devote the energies Of a strong mind with unit
ring zeal to the public service. 10 aim, with en-
lightened forecast, to preserve harmony IN our To-
reign reaions.-T0 be cautious in the conduct OF
affairs relative to a State, (msled by too near
view of her own interests. without duly REGARDING
the rights of others inllamed by resentment. eXas-
perated Nv passion. and led to acts of contumels
and vioence.) advancing with a steady yet eau
ti0us step uniting Cancellation, with irmncss, and
in moments the most trying. adopting every pfac
ticabe to promote the just interests OF Gcor-
sa guarding at the same time the rights Of the
Indians who look to the Union for protection To
temper the assertion OF National Sovereignty, when
lnqurstionablc, and demanded by impetious cir
bv act, Of bcneiicence. In relation to
the Southern Republics to cherish the lively feel
ngs Of good will and respect which have grown up
between US, accepting their invitation t. friendly
conference and sending wise agents to promote
and to guard our commercial privileges
rom the insldious schemes OF foreign rivals. To
mp owe the internal condition OF the country bS
lifor.ling to all parts of the Union the means ol
'asy intercourse, strengthening thereby the bono
u Union. To protect domestic industry, that the
armer may have a home market for his produce
and b. enabled to buy Of those who buy Ut him
md rendering the nation independent IN war aud
'race. OF foreign nations. 10 reduce the national
leo, as rapidly as practicable. TO set an exam
he OF republican simplicity OF manners and con
uct-in fine TO enteav0r to deserve public appr0
alton by mrtitorious deeds. These are the arts
HI, the management, by which Mr.. Adams and hi.
administration seek to court the public favor
ioil grant that such course may be pursued fo
thousands Of Years.
IN truth, We say it with sincerity, Mr.. Adam.
ppears 10 us the farthest removed from any thin.
Ike party managenent-plan, political intrigue
y scheme TO favor bis election or advance al,
PERSONAL object of any statesman we have eve,
cad. heard Of on known.
Note. The industry, and attention 10 bushes,
i Mr.. ADAMS, has beeu mentioned The follow
ne anecdcte was told me Of him, when Secrrtat
II State. gentleman who was gong to Eurou
anne to Washington, in the summer having intri
ate and important business to settle at the ,lepart
nent,-lle told SIr. Adams how urgent was his
necessary for him to return 10 New
ork. i possible day or two before the packet
allied, which would 90 in ten DAYS. The Secrcta-
y heard BIN to the end Will you come to IN,
louse tomorrow morning a; ~ y" III the morning
"A 10 tic morning, did ! understand YOU, Sir -
Yes. Is It not too early for you - By no means
! It suit your convenience, Sir" All 4 Mr.. AJ
ms met him at the door--con,lucted him to hi,
tuay there was no ceremony; bnt a direct Sit
ing down 70 busness-at 8, after s hours intense
application they rose--the business va, COMPLETED
took breakfast together, and the gentleman wa,
n Nc. York two three days before lie had even
l"ped to yet HIS business completed.
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