Delaware journal. [volume] (Wilmington [Del.]) 1827-1832, 1827-07-03

trate. knew his opinions, and have not peel
disappointed ! did not certainly Know the opinion
Of his great rival. had my tears, and succee
ding events have not been OF nature TO que
them. ,,v n.
I differed from YOU only about men, We dit
not disagree about the business Oh the na1iohai IAN.
ly. You wanted one Foreman thought uhue
the guidance of another, our work would be bette
planned and executed, our accounts better Kept aht
settled. and all parts of the concern would ENJOY
higher prosperity.
We differed only about men. You wished 10 com
init the national ship too gallant commander.lthonsh
that was not his element, and preferred another
who possessed, believed, more skill and experience
and under whose command thought the ship, ant
the crew, and cargo would he safe rand happier.
You were actuated by one OF the noblest OF virtues
I too acknowledge its sway. But Whist military
merit is no disqualification. but, when accompanied
by other requisite attanments, may be reason To-
civil promotion, standing, it appeared 10 be alone
did not think we could prudently cntrust the Chic
Magstracy of this great country to the distinguish
ed object of your choice. | felt with you the obi
cations of national gratitude. But thought the,
should be fulfilled in other forms. Let the pub
gratitude manifest itself in just and adequate reward
drawn form the public treasure. Let inspired poet
sing the praises of our military and naval comnan
ders. Let tho chisel and the pencil preserve the
faithful images for the qualification OF the presen
and future generations. Let the impartial historian
faithfully record their deeds Of glory and renown,
for the admiration and the imitation of posterity.
say, too in the language of departed sage, honor
70 those who fill the measure of their c0untry's hon
or" But it should be appropriate, considerable hon
our--such as becomes its object, and such as free
men, Jealous, cautious, and enlightened freemen
ought to bestow. If my suffrage is asked for the
highest civil office of my country. the candidate
however llustrlous and successful he may be, must
present some other title than laures, however gori
ously gathered on the blood-stalned field.
These are my principles, which governed me or
the memorable occasion to which have referred.
quarrel with no man for holding opposite principles
ask only the humble privilege OF acting upon my
own. And that privilege aciN exercise during life
IN spite of all the detraction, calumny. and mimi
dation by which | have been or may be assailed
Throughout life, which is not now short. | have
had the greatest confidence in the candor, the intel
lgence and the justice Of the public. do not speal
OF confidence in the abused sense OF the affected
demagogue, but of that confidence which lies at TIM
bottom Of all our institutions, which supposes com
potency in the people to self government, wlthou
which liberty is amockery, and our system spleen
did illusion.
have yet another cherished resource. of which
HE only can deprive me who gave 1t Tits the con-
seriousness of the rectitude with which k3olc
have faithfully served my country.
l will not longer detain you. ask permission
TO offer sentiment.
The City Of Pits5urg: The abundance, variety and
celence OF fabrics the wisdom of the policy whlc
fosters them.
10 The Congress- Of Tacubqya-EIonorab'e alike to hin
who projected and those who supported the humane
glorious mission. May the spirit Of 7o animate its coun
ellis.
ourselves"
IA. Greece-May heaven prosper the Of Freedom
snd Vie Cross.
Is Roads and Canai--The guarantees Of our union.
16 The Chesabeake and Ohio Canai-The water cemen
of our political arch.
IL Wm. Pean--fhe mild and benevolent founder o
Penns, Let forget the ilustrious ead, how
ever remote from the present time.
18. der HaniItonThe first advocate Of protective du
ties
49, The memory Of Fuon-AIay the extent Of his fame
be bounded only BY the ,riunphs OF his genius.
90 Olirer Evans--W no fore,oId the achievements o
steam, and whose genus contributed to fulfil his predc
tons.
81 Hezekiah .NTles-Honor to him who bas nailed til,
American system the mast, and never struck his flag
o. Matthew Carey-The Jealous advocate Of every pc
Icy which add wealth or honor to ms country.
%. Mr.. MaRary-Charnan of the Committee on maru
faclures May prove The Jason of his country and wiz
for il the golden fleece.
q. Oar far Conference.-The only letters en-
dure are those Arown around us by their wcheres.
VOLUNTEERS.
BY Gen. Marks, President of tile day-The 81 ate o
Pennsylvania. Wise in her councils and patriotic in he
endeavors procure her citizens the acquisition
wealth, prosperity and happiness.
BY Mr.. Serge Rapp-fehgion and Reason The tw,
pillars OF National happiness May they long predominant
N and sustain the glory of our American states
BY Nj. + Rapp-Iudusry and Economy The suretie.
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