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The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-01
From the Boston Atlas.
THE FXCHEQ [JER

We have not been enabled to examine the report or
the bill with the attention necessary to allow any ex-
preston Of opinion to their merits, farther than
that great ability is very apparent in both We have
already expressed opinion that Congress in duty
bound to adopt the Exchequer plan in some form or
other, such shall appear the best adapted to the
wants of suffering country. Whether the proposed
changes of the committee of the House desirable
ones, we not yet prepared to say. We cannot,
however orbear expressing surprise and asonish-
the factious and dsc edabie opposition which
made in Hmine to the reception OF the report
The Clerk, it seems was unable 10 decpher the ma
nuscript and Mr. Gushing was proceeding tc read il
himself to the House. when silly attempt made
to embarrass the reading by raising frivolous ques
lion OF ORDER which was, however speedily aside.
We sincerely hope that these manifestations of
worthy and pable spirit of faction will be promptly
put down. if they again manifested in the consi
deration of this important public measure. There
difficulties enough in the adj usment of the currency
question: without any such unnecessary obstacles and
cupabe exhibitions of personal and factious feelings
upon question of public policy. The Exchequer
Bill should have fair and full hearing. Its friends
ask no more, and its enemies cannot, in common cour
tesy, deny this. Let its merits be fully and fairly
tested and upon these, and these only, let it stand
fall. But let feelings of party, of prejudice, or
personal partiality far bias the minds of delbera
tive body, to follow up the same facous and reck-
less opposition that met the report the very thresh
old,
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-01
From the Clinton County az W Wing.
THE EXCHEQIIER PLAN

We have seen in circulation petition signed by
many of fellow citizens addressed to the honora
BILE Senate and House of Representatives Congress
assembled, with reference to the Exchequer plan,
which we suboin. We regard this highly aus
picious and important movement for the interests Of
the People and prosperity of the country. 1t is hoped
that this "bal may be kept in motion" until the rep
resentatves in Congress shall fully understand the
wishes of the People Let these petitions be nu-
merously circuated-let the voice Of the People go
forth from every valley and h-let the farmer, the
manufacturer the merchant and the mechanic all
unite in d, manding currency to regulate exchanges
reward industry for its toll, and renstae public
fdence and credit. The present is truly novel and
interesting crisis. We are without any National Cur
rency. A sub-treasury has been found dangerous to
the liberties of the People, destructive to the industry
and labor of the country and contrary to the genius
of our free institutions national bank is out of the
question: and should regard the establishment of
such inst tuition at the present time the greatest
calamity that could befall the country We therefore
ask what is to be done Let Congress pass the Ex-
chequer Bill without delay, and thus afford the Peo-
pie and the country what has long been demanded,
safe and well regulated currency.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-01

THE OPPOSITION SENATORS-THE PRESI-
! DENT WILL BE SUSTAINED IN SPITE OF
Correspondence Of the .Ns,c York Erening Post.


In my letter of yesterday, ! briefly noticed the
fact which had just been reported of the rejection OF
three persons whose names had been sent to the Sc
nate for confirmation | learn that all the Democra-
tic Senators present, except one voted for the con-
irmation of Mr.. Bradford, and only four Wing Sc
majors voted in his favor. SO, 1t clearly appears
that the Wings nearly unanimous in their oppo-
sition to the nomination. How is this? What does
this mean? Have they determined to array them
selves against every nomination of the President I'M
less the candidate is the known friend of Clay, and
will engage to support him in the next Presidential
campaign Have they resolved to force the Presi-
dent into their measures and policy, by opposing and
thwarting all his measures? If so, it is time their
constituents and the whole country should know It,
Will the people support their agents, who are sent
here to perform the business and promote the best In
teress of the nation in pursuing this factlous course,
to elevate the who has been always rejected
whenever he has before the people for their
suhrages For one, | think not. However, the
this is known, the better will it be for the
President and the country.
ltmust be gratifying to the Democracy OF the whole
country to witness the wise and patriotic OF
their friends in Congress in relation to the President
and the measures of his Administration. The names
which he has to the Senate have been treated by
them with due respect and, although political oppo-
nents, they have made no factious opposition. The
measures which have come before them have been
opposed, when necessary to be opposed, with kind
ness and candor Not, in ngle instance, has a
Democratic member of either H use, to my know
ledge, uttered disrespectful unknd word against
President Tyler but, on the contrary has spoken OF
him in the most respectful terms What striking
contrast does their conduct present to that OF the
Wings Scarcely has one of the white Charles
opened his mouth in either House, but he has re-
preached him with being feeble and vain man"
-"an apostae and traitor"--that he had not single
friend in the Senate" and only corporals guard"
in the House. Such has been their language here,
and has been their conduct elsewhere, as the
burning ofetgies has abundantly shown Let the De-
mocratc party pursue this discreet and honorable
course, and they will the confidence of the
President, and receive the appreciation OF their con-
stituen
In this peculiar exgency of affairs, the President
owes it to himself and to the country, to that
none but his true friends appointed to office II
his opponents use their power to weaken his Admin
stration and bring it into disgrace, it is his duty to
select such, and only such will carry out those
measures which he believes will promote the best
good of the whole nation.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-01
From the PHILADELPHIA Chronicle

J. MINOR Boris, ESQ. =" HEAD HIM OR DIE"-
At trial for horse stealing in one of the courts of
Kentucky, of the witnesses examined, stated the
height of the horse stolen to be sixteen and a half
feet Stop, sror," says the Judge, +" that is mpos-
sble horse sixteen and a half feet hiehr " Did |
say sixteen and half feet high" asked the witness.
Yes you did, replied the Judge. Well, If did
say so, III stick to it"
So says Mr.. Bolts, of Judge Upshur's 4" disunion-
ism"
Mr. Bolts in order to sustain his charge against the
Judge, after some light and immateral testimony by
three witnesses, quotes triumphantly, extracts from
q" Revolution in Disguise, and places the whole forte
of his battery in comments upon them.
The Madisonian in publishing his proof" left
cut his revolution in disguise, and his comments
upon it. Mr.. Bolts, upon reading his testimony,
stripped of this portion, felt most painfully that all
who read it would pronounce it failure. Indignant
at the injustice done him, by excluding the only por-
ton which gave semblance to his charge, see, by
the Madisonian that he sent note of remon trance
to the publishers, for leaving out this portion of his
proof urging that is essential and that without it
he cannot sustain his chang.
Welfare quite curiositytO see that note. We call
upon the JIadisonian 10 publish it entire.
Having thus made his horse sixteen and half feet
high Mr. Bolts receives correction from Mr. Ruffin
the author of Revolution in Disguise, saying that
as the Judge did not write word of it, his only rolIa
BILE proofs no proof at all.
III have said it, however" quoth Mr.. Bolts and
Iil stick to it," Sure enough out he comes next day
and declares that although his chief testimony turns
out to DO no proof ALL that is reason why the fact
is not as he has stated and that any how having
said so hell stick to it.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-01

RHODE ISLAND CONFERENCE.-The Convention
which has been held in Rhode Island, for the pur-
pose of completing the proposed Constitution, pre-
vious to submitting it to the final vote Of the people,
adjourned on Saturday. 1t will be submitted to the
people on the 2lst, 22d, and Odd of March. There
is strong confidence felt that the Constitution will
DO adopted.
1t is intended to take effect on the first Tuesday of
May next All white male citizens Of the United
States may become voters under it, by residing in the
State two years. and in the town where their vote is
offered, six months. No person can vote on ques-
ton of taxation unless he is taxed for $50.
The General Assembly will hold its session as
usual They cannot incur public debt exceeding
$4,000, without the consent of the people. The
House will consist of II, and the Senate of 10 mem
bers The Governor is the presiding officer of the
Senate, of which the Lieut.. Governor is member.
The Senate may also have President pro tenn.
The judiciary system continues as at present. And
the Judges of the Supreme Court hold their seats
til majority of both Houses of the Legislature, by
joint resolution, declare them vacant-Jour Of Com.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-01
THE EXCHEQUER.

I55@We ask the especial attention of every political
reader to the mastery REPORT Hon N. p TALL
MADGE, from the Select Committee of the Senate, on
the Exchequer Plan of regulating the National Fnan-
ces and Currency The length of this able and con-
vincmg document has compelled us to give it in our
smaller type, and to forego all Editorial remarks but
trust it will not prevent one American Freeman
from giving it an earn st and thoughtful perusal The
alleged defects in and dangers of the similar projects
hitherto presented appear to to be happily obvia
ted in this, and we do most earnestly implore Con-
gress to give it trial. To the country we need
make no such appeal; we confident that so equa-
BILE and excellent compromise between the extreme
opinions and purposes which have long distracted
the People, will readily commend itself to the favor
able judgement of large majority. Friends Of a
Sound Currency and of durable National Prosperity
entreat you not to lose the opportunity Of promo
ting both, which this Plan offers.--N Y. Tribune
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-01
From the Columbus Ga.) Enquirer, Feb Ii.
THE EXCHEQUER.

We have earnestly and anxousy looked for the
report of the committees to whom have been referred
the plan of Exchequer recommended in the annual
me. sage of the President. We have looked in vain
As yet report has been made and we are still in
ignorance of the probable result There seems to be-
too, very unusual silence the part of the public
journals nearest the capitol, in reference to the sub
ject-so that wholly unaule to tolm reasUna-
BILE conjecture as to what will be done. We sim
cerely hope that in another week shall have some
action the subject And we again repeat that if
the present Congress shall adjourn without the adop
ton Of some plan by which the desperate condition
of our currency shall be amended, would not give
fig for the future prospects of the party. On the
contrary much may be accomplished towards securing
permanent ascendancy of The Wing cause, if those
whose duty is shall lay aside their personal and
party prejudices, and unite upon plan that will meet
the pressing demands, and lamentable exgencies of
the country. That such an object is perfectly ataina
BILE during the present session, have reasona-
bic doubt. The President has manifested DISPOSE
ton to 90 far as he thinks the Constitution will
allow HIM to 60, towards effecting the object. Will
the representatives of the people go farl If they
DO not, their day of reckoning will be fearful one.
They may for time cover themselves behind the
cloud of eprOach which they have stirred and gathered
around the head the President but in a clear calm
day, the common of the people will prompt them
to inquire, why not something done 2 For our
part, we like the plan of the Secretary As far
as we can see into 1t, 1t Is good plan and would
most of the objects desired But we are not
welded to it. 1t might be improved-and even with
shade of mismprovement, it would answer vastly
better than plan at all. The country cannot sur
vive long amidst the present state of things Its best
Interests withcrng; its prosperity is rapidly
ing 1t is in the power of the present Congress to
and cherish these dropping interests, and if
they do not, upon them, and not upon the President
will the fearful responsibility fall.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-01
From the Baltimore Republiea
WASHINGTON IRVING.

The appointment of this gentleman to the post Oh
Minister to Spain does high honor to President ~
Few men have done more to reflect honor on
his country, and to illustrate the American name
than the author OF the Life OF Columbus. Though
not politician Mr. Irving, by his studies, his charac-
ter, his acquaintance with the language, the insu-
tons and the eminent men of the country to which he
is golng is peculiarly, pre-emnently qualiiled Tor te
Office of Minister to Madrid. There is an appro-
prateness in the appointment, which cannot iail TO
commend il to every rght-minded man In the coun-
try A genuine and uncompromsing Democrat and
intimate personal friend of MIR. Van Buren,, as Mr.
Irving is known to be- it speaks well for the liberay
and independence of President TYLER, that he should
have passed by all the seekers the political mendl-
cants, claiming the reward" of partisan services,
to confer this high appointment on unobtrusive me-
nit.
The small-fry politicians, unable to say aught
against the fitness, every sense, of MIR. Irving for
this post seem to be willing to make merit OF adj
hitting it but cannot help qualifying it with the re-
mark, that" if Mr.. Tyler expects to make any po-
ical capital by it. he win find himself mistaken" We
have no idea that President Tyler thought of making
any other capital by it than capital appointment
and in that he certainly has not been mistaken But we
tell these Whigngs that they mistaken. The
appointment reflects credit upon the DISCRIMINATORY
the patriotism the lberaty and the independence of
Mr. Tyler and, in the moral influence which the EVIL
dence of these affords, cannot, and ought not to- fail
to strengthen his political influence. The Democi "a
tic party will, unanimously, say" Vel done ~ and
all of the Wing party, who love their country better
than they love Henry Clay, will say, :" Amen %
We take this occasion to say, that while there are
some of the appointments, here and elsewhere, and
many Of the Removals of Mr.. Tyler, which meet our
decided dsapprobation, we are willing, in view of
the peculiarly of his position, to make many allow
ances and to acknowledge, in the numerous REAP
pointments and, in cases, original appoint
ments, of Democrats, the manifestation of spirit
of hberality and justice, which we think do him
honor.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-01
From the Philadelphia Ledger

VINO LII FILL THE PLACE ?-Snce the rejection of
MIR. Bradford District Judge the names of the
Secretary of the Treasury Mr. Forward, and James
Nj. Porter, brother of Gov. Porter, have been men,
toned in connection with that appointment Ofwhat
is it for the President to nominate any man to fill
the place. while he is beset by factious opposition
who care for nothing but themselves, and who will
never lend assistance to single public act unless It con-
tributes to their power2 II is the curse of the
country to have set of such unprnciped politicians
always in Congress, defeating or thwartng the action
of the administration from selfish motives. 1t is al
ways with them, how will this assist Mr..
Clay, Mr.. Benton, some other Mister who is
looking to the Presidency, and not what is the best
mode of promoting the honor and prosperity of the
country and OF doing good to its people. The fac
tious opposition to the appointment of Mr. Bradford
has completely defeated for the present all the antic
pated benefits of the Bankrupt Law, the vacancy
prevents any debtor from making application for re-
lease. Some of these men who voted against the
nomination, urged in Congress the instant necessity
of Bankrupt Law relieve the poor debtor, and
now, by their course prevent the debtor from avaing
himself of its advantages since it is the law. The
sympathy they expressed Tor him was pretended
sympathy, or they would have overlooked their own
petty schemes to have fastened the operation ola law
that was to render much benefit to the suffering
debtors
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-01

MALICIOUS PRosEoUrIos.-Mr j. Holbrook, of the
Patriot and Eagle published at Hartford Conn. was
arrested recently a charge of forgery, and held
to bail in the sum of 81 200 On his examination,
not the slightest proof was brought against him, and
he was fully and honorably acquitted. Judge Judson,
of the District Court of Connecticut having appointed
Mr.. Holbrook printer of bankrupt notices, felt bound
to inquire into the charge and MIR. ii. promptly fur
nshed him with satisfactory proofs OF his entire in
nocence.-Ledger.
We have been informed that Mr.. III. was remorse-
lessly prosecuted for sustaining the Administration
manfully in the hour of gloom. If so, he will be
forted-comforted by the overwhelming masses raj
lying to the support of an abused and prosecuted Pre-
sident.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-01
MR.. BRADFORD's REJECTION.

The Senate of the United States in rejecting the
nomination of Thomas Bradford for District Judge in
place of Judge Hopkinson deceased, well as in
some other cases, seem disposed, SO far Mr.. Clay
and his friends concerned, to let expectants of
office know that to come out openly the friends of
Mr. Tyler's Administration, will be death TO their
hopes.
Mr.. Bradfords nomination would in all probability
have been confirmed, had he not signed the call for
the Tyler meeting recently held in this city.
The proper course for the Democrats to pursue is
not to inquire, is the nominee friend of Clay of
Tyler but is he honest and capable and vote for or
against his confirmation according they shall de-
termne that question in their own minds.-Penn-
sylranidn
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-01

Mr. Bolts in answer to Judge Upshurs letter to
Mr. Wise, reiterates his charge, and promises to
prove that the Judge "wus an open unqualified, un-
disguised and boosted advocate of an immediate dis
solution of the Union"
All this may be proved We can only say, that
down to 1910, we have read the essays and speeches
of Judge Upshur, conversed frequently with him. and
heard him converse with Others freely and
vedly and this ID the first intimaton had that
such were his opnons.--St. Louis Bulletin.
Losr.-Judge Upshur has replied at length 10 the
false charges of Mr. Coffee House Bolts, and in such
manner too as to blow that redoublable gentleman
sky high Dela,rare Republican.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-01
MIR. CLAY'S RESOLUTIONS.

The following resolutions have been submitted to
the United States Senate by MIR. Clay. We think a
portion of the press is disposed to attach undue i'm
por to them. 1t strikes that they defec-
tive in very material point Contrary to the teach
ing of the Custom House experience, Mr. CLAY still
adheres to the ad palorem principle He is unwilling
to learn that it has proved an almost entire failure,
by the fraudulent invoices which given in at the
Custom Houses. Besides, graduates the duties in
precisely the wrong way-the duties being low when
the article is cheap and needs protection, and high
when the article is dear and importation necessary
PENNSYLVANIA Intelligencer.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-01
From the Phil. American Sentinel
THE DEMONSTRATION PARTY

The celebration of President Tyler's friends, on
the birth day Of Washington, very well attended
1t is believed to be of the largest political ceebra-
tons that has for many years taken place in this city
1t composed of mixture of both of the political
parties of the day. The letter of the President of the
United States, which met the hearty appreciation of
the company, we give to our readers this morning,
as consider it paper Of much interest as any
thing that has appeared in the public prints. The
President with great candor the course he in
tends pursuing during his ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
to be President of the whole country, rather than
chief of political party
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-01

The ExcHEQUER.-By reference to our Congress
sonal proceedings it will be seen that the select com
mittee on the Currency in the House have at last
made report, and presented bill to establish the
Exchequer of the United States. From the temper
manifested by the House when the report was laid
before them, the prospect of any favorable action is
very small though believe the country generally
views the contemplated scheme with moro favor
than formerly We hope the House will see the pro-
priety of fairly discussing the project on its own me-
do not care whose scheme it is-whether Mr.. TY-
LERs or Mr. CLAY's, 80 it will answer the purpose,
and put at rest long agitated and troublesome ques
tion.-Pittsbu,V Gazette.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-01
REPORT ON THE EXCHEQ UER.

During the past week the Committees of both
Houses Of Congress have submitted their reports,
companied by bills. The bill reported by Mr.. Cush-
ing, of the House. give at length in columns to-
day, and ask for it careful peIusal The report by
which the bill is accompanied, is most able one
Few objections, in opinion, be urged against
this plan. If adopted, shall have sound and uni
form currency, without the evils which would follow
from the establishment of National Bank, if indeed
National Bank could be established at the present,
time. We hope Congress may be favorably disposed
toward this BILL and that it may speedily become the
law of the land-Dela,oare Republican.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1842-03-01
THE EXCHEQUER SCHEME.

The scheme of Finance recommended by the Presi-
dent is clearly and wholly the creature of Congress.
Ever open to amendment repeal should it not an
swer the beneficial purposes calculated on. We
firmly impressed with the cow cton, that it should be
tried. Our whole country is anguishing from dis
eased currency which the life blood of national and
individual prosperity. And Until it becomes purified
by some healthful action of Congress, no pros
pect of better state of things.-American Ienn.)
Eagle.