Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1841-04-16

ges fel, by the people at large gigantic NATIosAL
BasK, too Ia spring up and oyershadow the land.
The people of Virginia, know how seldom, and then
how darkIy, this subject was alluded to by the Wing
,tors in the late canvass Men who had always bsen
opnosed 10 Bank were seen advocating election
Of Gen Harrison with all their zeal and ability. Do
The new Administration lenders now disguise thcif
hands on this question: is not the establishment OF o
National Bank colossus which is to besrIde this coun
try for 90 80 and perhaps 30 years-a great moneyed
institution to play into the hands of English capital.
lists and Cypress the yeomnnry Of this country and oil
the South in particular, with new burdens-is not tins
the real object of this extraordinary session?
And the people of Virginia prepared 10 sanction
the conduct OF an Administration which is thus endea
vorng TO force upon the country measure hostile
to their cherished principles Will the good men Of
the Old Dominion, by whatever party name called
and whatever opinion they may have Of the zeal, Fl.
deity und patriotism of the Admnstraton-w
they can they sustain the call of session of Con-
gress which is TO strike blow at the principles they
have ever been proud protest. 1t is purpose
to create apprehension and alarm; yet there seems to
be than ordinary cause for harmony and union
among those Virgnians who are sincerely opposed TO
National Bank. That an attempt will be made to
establish one is undoubted. Should not some attempt
be made, them to resist IL,
There seems to be but one course for the Republ
cans of Virginia to adopt Send strong an anti Bank
delegation to the NEXT Congress as possible. 1t is be-
The q Congressional Districts Can they not be rem.
dered efficient? Again say, LET VIRGINIA BE
D u; I'll, ( AT THE EXTRA SESSION
BY THE uNANlMlTY OF HER VOTE ON THE
and all will be we'll AN APPEAL.
Frequent illusions having been made to
pondence between ROBERT NJ. T. HUNTER and ROBERT
B. CoRBIS Esqrs, reference TO the present Congress
siona canvass for the 9Th District, in order TO prevent
nature OF that correspondence has been deemed pro-
per by the friends Of MIR. H. TO lay it before the public
and this has been done with the sanction of both gen-
tlemen:
Copy Of Col. Corbins letter 10 Mr.. Hunter
RICHMOND, Jan. 7, lS4l.
My Dear Sir am impeled by considerations of pro-
prety, delicacy and sefrespcct to trouble you with
this letter.
Since the meeting of The Legislature, have been so
repeatedly urged, by various persons in the several
counties which compose our Congressional District, to
consent 10 become the Wing candidate, that find it
necessary TO give answer armatively, negative
w, rather than give offence. To this cnd now
write, TO ascertain distinctly your ciSh the subject
DO you intend TO become candidate for reelection
If such be your Intention have the goodness TO signify
tit would relieve from the very embarrassing
situation in which am placed. For whilst it would
be gross afecation in me 10 say, that am not highly
iattered by the manifestation of confidence which has
been afforded me cam with truth DECLARE that have
desire 10 occupy post so elevated responsible anu
painful, as | conceive seat in Congress TO be- And
mean not To fater you when say that my reluctance
To do So heightened ty acknowledge OF the fac that
If elected, should occupy the floor the seat which
you have honoraby and ably filled. If therefore,
YOU have il III contemplation to become candidate,
hope you will not be deferred by the fear of encoun
tcring opposition from | never entertained wish
occupy scat in Congress, and, at present advised
nothing could induce to array myself in opposition
TO you. IT'S true that we have differed in regard TO
the financial policy Of the Federal Government-but
this difference of opinion did any relaxation
on the part of my friends or myself to secure your re-
election. To say the truth, when became candidate
for the county OF Caroline four years ago, far
less anxious to be elected than to your election
TO Congress- This fact is well known to my immediate
friends am persuaded, therefore, that you will do
full Justice 10 my sincerity, when declare, that have
little desire 10 be elected TO Congress, as had TO be
elected TO the Legislature Of Virginia
During the late struggle sustained Gen. Harrison
in opposition 10 Mr. Van Buren, IT The Administration
Of Gen Harrison be such as has been promised will
support tiff not shall oppose it. In writing TO you
on this subject, not to be misunderstood.
have not conferred WITH written line to any ndi
ydual in the District, touching my OF ac-
ton in relation to this matter. | have taken counsel
soleiy of my Of proprety, delcacy and self
respect feel assured, therefore, that this letter will
be received in the spirit in which it IS written.
learn that the Loco Foco party intend to hold a
Convention in Essex early in February, for the purpose
of selecting their candidate for Congress. Messrs J.
~ Garnett, Carter Nj. Braxton and I" Parson" +. w
Scott are spoken Of The latter think, is the mos,
formidable Of his party We shall probably elect Sc
nator on the 18th instant. Dorman gave notice yes
terday that lie should submit such resolution to-day
was attacked suddenly and violently last night with
sore throat and am confined 10 my chamber.
With sentiments of sincere esteem and friendship,
am most truly yours,
ROBERT D. CORBIN.
Copy Of Mr. Hunters Letter to COL cOrtin, Of the 12h
Of Idnuary ISL.
My Dear Sir: Had received your letter ten days
apo could have answered il unhesitatingy. should
have said that neither was, expected to be can
didate. / certainly shall not offer myself as candi'
date, nor do my private wishes incline me to become
one. But might be placed in situation in which ]
could not refuse received letter from Ncrborne
E. Sutton just before yours reached me, and its contents
are such that cannot answer your question until hear
from him again So he writes me, shall take
great pleasure in advising you fmy future course.
was greatly obliged to you for the too kind estimate
which you placed upon my services, and for the assist
ance which you have rendered me. You stand in