Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-05-09
WEDNESDAY, MAY 9, 1882.


ed in New York. The author. lately in Asiers,
now in Paris, whatever we may think Of his cha
racter in general, is acknowledged to be line
writer. The book will no doubt be eagerly sought
after and read. We annex few brilliant lndl-
vidual sketches, extracted to our hand from the
work BY the New York American.
Washington This illustrious man, without
advantages from birth, wealth, or education, lett,
far rhe admiration OF posterty, character, which
j. acknowledged by the world to place HIM FORE
mos, in the first class OF greatness prlncePts
fundatorum imperiorum.' He was not admlra-
BILE for genius, eminent for learning, distinguish
ed for eoquence. or remarkable tor address,
Judgment, integrity, fortitude, and benevoence,
constituted and completed his character; exalted
it ito perfect magnanimity and the highest wisdom;
simple and sublime Pre-emlnence 'hat MADE
men of genius, learning, eloquence,a land address,
his interiors and instruments. Hts objects were
always noble. his means uniformly UNSUITABLE, and
ms measures the result Of deep reflection; so that
althouah his enterprises were occasionally un-
successful, they never failed to be glorious. He
came into lite lust in season to achieve the inde.
,an5ence and establish the freedom OF his cOun-
trv. and was withdrawn to higher existence as
,oon as It's growing strength no longer required
his support. His career in this respect resem-
bling the great river Of the Alps, which descend
inc from the snow crowned SUBMITS, pours tul-
Ter current through the plains OF Italy, when they
thirst and langulsh under summer suns. In
short, of this Alfred of the western world. 1t may
be SAID with truth, that his destiny and principles
so happily concurred. that he was not only the
most meritorious, but the most useful patriot who
ever lived.
Hauiiton.-For wisdom and merit, patriotic
services, and political ability, Alexander Ham'!-
ton stands second 20 Washington aone-a posi-
ton which reflects the greatest glory on them
both. With zeal fed BY continual ardor, he
devoted to the varying exigencies oil his count y,
mind whose resources proved always greater
than the greatest occasions. His invention was
quick, his judgment strong, MS understanding
canacious, his penetration acute, aud his memory
hithful. He was prudent in counsel, daring in
tbr field. eloauent in the Senate. cosent and per-
.uasive "A a writer, expeditions and 'ndeiatiSa-
be m the administration of affairs, dislnterested
Ehsr.l firm and enthusiastic. In matters OF pCl-
va;e feeling and personal honor, his frankness and
.n;r,t were proverbial, and in his last acowere
perhaps excessive
-" Animeque msgre
..Prodis um psuum
Ola life, the tern OF which fell short OF NIFTY
wears. he gave twenty to the public service, and
lief, il poor in every thlns but title to renown
and honor. This, nor cruel death' nor ne
elected grave, nor a caluminous rival, could take
away: and as a devoted patriot. an accomplished
s,Idier statesman, orator, scholar, and gentle
nan the memory of Hamilton will bloom and
flourish. a. long as the admiration OF mankind
sholl attend exalted genius, heroic virtues, gene
rous aHec ,ions. and glorious deeds.
Gen. Ki,or-Amons the great officers to
whom the people of the United States are indeot'
ed for the success OF their Revolu ton, and their
present form of government, none were more
faithful, and few were more useful, TRENDS OIL
their country, than Gen Knox
Tn the war of the Revolution, having COM
meuced his military career as volunteer AT the
Rattle of Bunker's Hill. he fought his way to the
rank { Major General. He commanded in
ch;sf the Artillery, and serving for the most
mart under the eve of Washington, engaged in a
remarkable degree his official co6dence and per-
sonal friendship. Upon the resignation OF Gen.
LINCOLN as Secretary of War, the acknowledged
canacity and valuable experience OF Gen. Knox,
Induced the Congress to appoint him to that I'M.
n,rtant station. In this situation ne was tound
by President Washington when ne assumed ,ne
direction Of the new government. and ms Juds-
ment and regard were both satisfied oy the con-
{
sent of Gen. Knox TO continue in H. Though
he dld not possess profound erudit'oa or rare as-
ouirements, his qualifications were OF much high
er value. He VAS man of sound Judgment,
honorable principles, useful knowledge, and pei
feet candor. The visionary projects or interest
ed schemes of more ingenious minds, were shi-
yered and dissipated BY contact with the manly
patriotism and strong sense Of Gen. Knox.
John Jay.-There is associated with the name
none of that military glJqs which belonged to
washington. Hamilton. Knox, and Lee, and
which, operating painfully on the memory OF Mr.
=. H,-,onI NAV account in some measure for his
dislike and injustice to them.
The mellow radiance Of that mifis sap,enf'd
which habits of meditation, benevoleDce, aud PIE
~ reflect upon the character. eneircles the
pl.msless memory Of Mr.. Jay. Asa membsro