Alabama state intelligencer., 1831-05-18

ly lamented by mS. 1 part wlth you only because you youself have requested me to do so, and hay' sustained that request by reasons strong enough tc command my assent. l cannot however, allow th' separation take place, without expressing the hope that this retirement from public affairs is but tempo rary; and that if in any other station, the govern ment should have occasion for services the value O which has been so sensibly felt by me, your consent will not be wanting.
 Ofthe state fthings to which you advert cannot but be fully aware l look upon it with sorrow and regret the more because of its first effects is to disturb the harmony of my cabinet. It is, how ever but an instance of one of the evils to which free governments must ever be liable The only remedy for these evils as they arise lies in the intelligence and public spirit of our common constituents They will correct them-and in this there is abundantcon- solaton. l cannot quit this subject without adding that with the best opportunities for observing and judging have seen in you no other desire than to move quietly on in the path of your duties, and to promote the harmonious conduct of public afIars.- If on this point you have had to encounter detrac
 on it is but another proof of the utter insuicency of innocence and worth to shield from such assaults
 Be assured that the interest you express Tn my happiness is most heartily reciprocated-that my most cordial feelings accompany you, and that am, very sincerely, your friend,
 ANDREW JACKSON. | PS.-It is understood that you are to continue Tn office until your successor is appointed.
 MARTIN VAN BUREN, Secretary of State.
 WASHINGTON CITY, 7th April 1881
 Dear Sir:-Four days ago I communicated to you my desire to relinguish the duties of the War De- partment and now take occasion to repeat the re- quest which was then made. am not disposed by my sudden withdrawal to interrupt or retard the bu- siness of the ofice short time will be sufficient,
 hone to enable you to direct your attention towards some person, in whose capacity industry, and friend y disposition, you may have confidence, to assist Tn the complicated and laborous duties ofyour admns- traitor. Two or three weeks, perhaps jess, may be sufficient for the purpose.
 In coming to this conclusion candor demands me to say that 1t arises from no dissatisfaction entertain ed towards you-from no misunderstanding between us, on any subject from any dimlnitlon on my part of that friendship and confidence, which has ever been reposed Tn you
 Ientered your Cabinet as it is well known to you, contrary to my own wishes; and having nothing to desire either as it regards myself or friends, have ever since cherished determination to avail myself of the first favorable moment, after your admlnisra ton should be in successful operation, to retire. It occurs to me, that the time is now at hand when may do so with propriety, and in proper respect to you. Looking to the present state of thngs-to the course of your administration which being fairly de- veloped, is before the people, for approval or demnaton-I cannot consider the step l am taking objectionable, or that it is one, the tendency of which can be to affect inlure course o policy by you already advantageously commenced, and which hope will be carried out to the benefit and advance ment If the people.
 and happiness and for your successful efforts in the cause of your country. am, very truly your friend J. H. EATON. To ANDREW JACKSON, President the U. States WASHINGTON CITY, April 5, 1851. Dear Str:-Your letter of yesterday was received, and have carefully considered it. When you con- versed with the other day. on the subject of your withdrawing from the Cabinet, expressed to you sincere desire that you would consider of it; for, however reluctant am to be deprived ofyour servi- ces cannot consent 10 retain you contrary 10 your wishes, and inclination to reman particularly as well know that in 1899, when 1 invited you to be- come member of my Cabinet, you objected. and expressed desire to be exctsed and only gave up your objections at my }, pressing solicitation. ing, assured me- that, in your honesty prudence, pacity, discretion and judgement, could safely ly and confde have not been disappointed. With the performance of your duties since you have been with me, have been fully satisfied, and. go where you will, be your destiny what it may, my best wish es will always attend you. 1 will avail myself of the earliest opportunity to obtain qualified friend to succeed you; and un- til then, must solicit that the acceptance of your sgnation he deferred. am, very sincerely and re- spectfally, your friend, ANDREW JACKSON. Major J. II. EATON, Secretary cf War.
 WASHINGTON, April IS, 1881. Sir-ln communicating to me, this morning. the information of the resignation of the Secretary of State and Secretary of War, together with the req sons which had induced the former to take this step you pleased to observe that this proceeding made known to me of those with whom you had associated with you in the administration of the Government, and you suggested that would, after few days reflection, have further conversation with you on this subject. But, in recurring to the brief remarks made at the time, well to the let ter of resignation of the Secretary of State, which you were good enough to submit for my perusal, I have not been able to ascertain what particular mat ter intended to be proposed for my reflection, as connected with this event. Under these circum- stances, and being desirous of avoiding the possi- bility of misapprehension to your views, I would respectfully inquire whether the measure adopted by the Secretary of State and of War, is deemed 10 in. volve considerations on which you expect particu lar communication from me and, if so, of what na. ture. have the honor to be, respectfully, your obedient servant. S. D. INGHAM. l To the President of the United States.
 WASHINGTON, April 19 1881. Sir-T oratifed to find ,nyself entirely reliev.