Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1832-02-24

hdence, and PnoscRrpEp; while those who came In
like Mr. Van Buren, himsclD at the eleventh hour who
never ncd finger in his defence, raised voice in his
favor, NOR have unGispued sway. Sir, have doubt
whatever that for all dis hc country is chiefly indebted
TO the influence OF Mr.. Van Buren,, successfully, though
cautiously directed TO the single object of advancing him
SELL at the expense OF all who supposed 20 stand
h h's tcGy; and what u worse, IT the expense Of the
success Of the administration, and at imminent hazard
TO the best interests OF the country.
irnly believe, sir, that it not until Mr. Van Blu
rem discovered IN The course OF the last winter that by
creating uniy OF interests between the President and
hm> self aud diienntiHS him from his Joitid cnd tue
JFe1idS-nstead oil elcyang himself, he pulling his
beneactor down-that he determined break up the ca
bnet by withdrawing himself aud driving his colleagues
from their stations taking care, however, provide safe
retreat Tor himself in t.is mission 10 England think
the dissolution OF the cabinet under all tho circumstances
which attended it, was most unfortunate for tic executive
anu disreputable TO the country aud SUCH persuad-
Cd Is The opinion OF the great body o the people, of all
parties throughout the United States Froai all that have
seen and heard that subject, have the shadow
oil doubt that Ills event would not have place. but
for the firm and manly resistance made By certain mem
bers oil The cabinet 10 the views Of Mr. Van Buren, m
ey had enlisted under his banner, and fol-
low ms lead, all woald have been well. believe mere
over that Mr. Van Buren,, while secretary state used
the influence derived from his high Office for the purpose
OF controlling, inurousy, the domestic eocia relations
OF this community and that his conduct was in other re-
spects, inconsistent with the dignity of his station and the
character Of the country Having arrived at these con-
cusons after careful and deliberate examination of the
whole case, my duty is of course made plain We are
called upon TO give Gdrce consent to the appoint
ment oil Mr. Van Buren, TO a high and most responsible
ONCE know that adecision in his favor will be regard
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from all the charges that have been preferred against him
cannot consent 10 be instrument in producing such
result believing as do, that these charges are true
Ausion has been made the strong pyejf;ccs which
said to have followed Mr.. Van Buren, hro his whole
political course, and of which it Is said he is be
mace inc Niclim or my own part, unconscious OF
being under the influence OF any such feelings Though
have never had the honor to be cas.ed among the per
soai and political friends Of this gentleman, yet, far
IRON havinY ever INDUCED prejudice against him. my
feelings towards him have been of opposite character
Up 70 the time CT his going tho cabinet but single
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as public man and notwithstanding this he went into
the department OF state with my "advce and consent -
and should have continued in the relation ard,
him to this day, but fer OF conduct while in that
Office, which honestly believe has brought incalculable
evils upon thi. country In corning these conclusions
nave not been governed, as has been supposed, by
"v,gue rumors merely MY opinion, have been made no
on facts and circumstances which notorious, of
which nave iacn under my observation. and upon
Information derived from the unique stioable sources.
Its possible may be deceived but if So can only say
that strong The convictions which am actin
that II were now juror in the box to give true
verdict an the issue now made M between Martin Van
Buren, and his country should feel myself strained
TO give that verdict asain, him. On this conviction shall
act he the consequence. what they may, I shall do
what believe to be my duty, in recording my against
, Mr.. Van Buren, IA minister TO England.
Mr.. Brown on the concIuzon of Mr. Havne's reroo,ks
aued parties not TO pursue this discussions it could lead
to ~ good. Every ones mind doubt made up.
Let US voie and avoid any further irritation alrc adv too
great, on this subject
Dir Forsyth said, OF the propriety of the
suggestion of the gentleman from North Carolina and "a
net Se TO continue the discussion. The gentleman who
has just taken his seat (AIr Hayne) has expressed his
opiu"n-he VIII OF course act upon ittha is his affair
lac has founded sources within his reach thesc eorce,
arc not dsclosedwe speak of them Mo evidence
ether than that already before public has been refer
rcd 10 by nm We cannot examine what W do not
All this is for the judgment of others The honorable Sc
naor has said that the he has taken in coming 10
bis conclusion, was suggested by the friends OF Mr. " b.
This mua deny. The suggestion of that course was
made by the Senator from Massachusetts (r. Webster)
who not to be numbered among the friends of the person
nominated, either politically or personally Athourh he
ievng investigation unnecessary have stood ready at
all tines to vote for it in any form dsgrac TO the
Senate. The whole question will be before the pub
lie, and we are ready 10 abide by the result.