The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-07-20
SOBER SECOND THoUcnr.-The Pebeian, the &C
knowiedged organ Of Mr.. Van Buren, in New York
contains the following communication:
PRESIDENT TYLER.
TO the Editor ofth .Ns,o York Plebeian

PRESIDENT TYLER.
10 the Editor cfthe Nero York Plebeian:
No one more fully appreciates the political course
and sound republican principles ably advocated by
the Plebean than the writer of this communication.
At the same time must frankly declare, that the
course pursued by the editors Of the Plebeian
ference to the national administration is not in my
opinion calculated to promote the best interests of
the Democratic party, and consequently must, to a
certain extent, endangcr at the next Pre-
s'denliai election For, if justice is not fully award
ed to thd true defenders and faithful supporters of
Democratic Principles the enemies Of those prnci-
pies VII sooner or later prevail
III we look at the measures of this administration
with our minds fully Invested of political prejudices
which, to a certain extent must operate upon all DO
liticans, we shall find that Mr.. Tyler has, with The
most unwavering fidelity, adhered to all cardinal
measures OF the republican party. Being professed
disciple OF Jefferson ne has all occasions nobly
sustained the principles Of that illustrous man.
very brief view OF the most prominent acts of the
administration will fully sustain in this opinion.
IL ever there was occasion calculated 10 test the
mistaken devotion of statesman to those principles
which he considered important TO the welfare of his
country, that occasion most certainly existed when
he vetoed the National Bank bill If Gen Jackson
covered himself with unfading rcnown, by the patr-
olic stand he took in opposition to the establishment
oil such an institution, then impartial history will ac
cord to Mr. Tyler at least equal share of the gra-
htude OF posterity. TO my mind the iDhexible firm
Bank bill which was presented for his signature, me-
rts the everlasting gratitude of our country. The
republican party ought also to hold that of his
IN grateful remembrance, for in all probability il re-
stored that party to power throughout the whole
country.
Again, when he vetoed the Land Distribution bill,
bill iranght with more glazing corruption and n-
quty Than any other ever presented for the consde
ration of Chief Magstrate-he evinced Republic
can hrmness and devotion to principle deserving the
highest commentator.
Without entering into an examination of all the
prominent acts OF this Administration, it will be
snfhcient to say that In every instance he had faith
July maintained the true principles of the Constitn-
uon. Let no one be ptejudiced against the man
simply because at one time prior TO his filling the
Presidential chair, he felt it TO be his duty to oppose
some OF the measures Of former Administration.
III Mr. Tyler deemed some Of the acts of the Repub-
lican party, at particular time, not calculated to
promote the best interests Of the country let il be
inenibered that other statesmen, now enjoying the
fullest confidence of the party also opposed those
measures No one can doubt the pure Republican,
ism and exalted patriotism Of I'm c. Calhoun; yet,
at the same time he acted in full concert with John
| Tyler
| No one dare call in question the Democracy and
the unsued patriotism of Andrew Jackson yet this
illustrlous patriot of Democracy was at one time a
candidate Tor the Presidency IN opposition 10 the re-
gularly nominated candidate Of the party. | men,
ton these things to show that occasional dhe-
ever ALLEVIATE them from each other. Differences Of
opinion must always exist in Il Republican Govern
ment.
Ii we turn our attention to the Cabinet, shall
find that President Tyler has for his counsellors the
most eminent and distinguished men OF the nation
All Of them advocating the purest republican doc
trne, and supporting with all their energies the best
interests OF their country. They openly proclaim
their determination to sustain the democratic party
and democratic measures The business Of all their
rerhape in such dmira
Older as at the present time. The Treasury Depart
| ment, under Mr.. Spencer, deserves the particular
! commentator OF the people MIR. Spencer being
New Yorker by birth and education and ardenty at
tached TO his native State, should be allowed TO
feel some pride that one Of our own statesmen fills
with much honor TO himself, and credit 10 his
country, one Of the most important posts in the gov
eminent. II is due to truth and justice to say that
since the formation of our government the office OF
Secretary of the Treasury has never been filled with
| equal ability and industry combined together. And
knowing do that Mr.. Spencer has been among
The most ardent in his exertons TO make the admin
lstraton COMO IN strictly to democratic principles,
feel The deepest regret to find him so frequently as
sailed by some of our democratic papers.
Such is the only brief aluson TO the character Of
this Administration, protesting 10 be Democratic in
all It's measures, and openly avowii < its determine
lion 10 stand or fall with the Democracy Of the
try. would most respectfully inquire whetber the
true interests of country and the Of the
Republican party al the next Presidential election,
can possibly be promoted by constantly assaling the
men and measures Of the National Government? We
can only succeed by cutiyating good feelings and
harmonious action among all the supporters of Re
publican principles. IL allow personal prefer
ences TO interfere the great in which wc arc
all engaged, we shall learn, too late that have
permitted our enemies TO triumph, and the hopes Of !
patriotism TO be blasted and destroyed, perhaps for. |
ever.
From The Providence (R II Ch,oniele