The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1843-02-15
BY THE SOUTHERN MAIL.
a. Warrington.
Correspondence Of the Herald.l
WASHINGTON, MONDAY NIoHT,

Feb. IL, lS43.
Message from the President relative to the
Finances - Two Scenes In the House -
bankrupt Law In the senate-Hcmp sc.
We had quite an exciting time in the House to-
day. We had message from the President on the
State OF the Treasury, and fare up between Wise
and Fillmore, and almost fight between Gene
raj Dawson and Giddings. But perhaps l had
better proceed in order.
IN THE SENATE, after the presentation OF several
memorials, &c. Mr.. YOUNG brought up the question
OF the report OF the Bankrupt Law. He said he
should tomorrow move to take it up. His State
had instructed him so to do and several other States
had similarly instructed other Senators.
Mr.. BERRIEN wanted more time There were
many important amendments to the Bill TO be con-
sdered.. He would name day tomorrow, when
it should be takenup.
Mr. YouNe-I am satisfied with that, Sir
Mr.. BucHANAN-A great many memorials have
been semitic me on the subject. The public seem
anxious to have the law repealed, and l wish an
early day to be named for its consideration.
Mr.. BENTON introduced a resolution calling on
the President fora copy of the instructions he gave
to Mr.. Webster previous to the negotiation Of the
Ashburton Treaty THIS was laid over.
The resolutions Of Mr. McDuFFIE then came up,
relative to the tariff the expenditures of govern
ment, &c. together with the substitute of Mr. Evans
His resolutions declare the duty of Congress to
take measures for the speedy relief Of crippled
rest Of the frightful accumulation Of the public
debts presses the example Of the British Para-
ment in the partial adoption of the principles OF free
trade, &c &c Mr. Evans's substitute proposes as
a remedy for our financial endorsements the es-
Establishment Of sound, and uniform currency and
proper retrenchment; dlsapproves the failure of
the States to meet their Liabilities, and utterly con-
dennis the doctrine Of Reputation, &c. &c
MIR. McDUFFIE said that he had laid these reso-
lutions before the Senate of his own accord, and
without consultation or advice with any person.
He was aware that it was the opinion of some that
resolutions OF this kind would come more appropr-
ately from another quarter-that those who consti-
tute the majority of Congress- are solely responsible
for existing evils, and are bound to make all neces-
sary provision for their alienation. But that was
not his political morality. He held that every ind-
vldua is under the solemn obligation to use every
means In his power to relieve the country from its
difficulties. What was our situation We present.
ed 10 The world most unexampled spectacle; with
the most unbounded resources fertile soil, and
cry blessing that God can confer people, we find
the country in state of the greatest embarrassment
Under these circumstances, were we to stand still
and deal IN mutual determinations to the authors
OF. these difficulties? Can we soothe our con-
sciences by cxclamng with Macbeth, when the
genius OF our country rises before US,
"Thou can'st not say did it;
Never shake thy CORY locks at me-"
No, it's time that every one who desires the pros
Perity, OF the country should resolutely apply his
enter into the discussion of the cause Of the exist
ing evils so far relates to the other of the
political parties. He would barely remark, as a
warning to all parties that he considered both as in
seine measure responsible for these evils. Mr.
Med. here went into history af the financial ops-
ratlons OF the government since the commence
ment OF his political life. the reasons why he had
favored United States Bank and condemned State
Banks, &c He deprecated the expansion o, The
CURRENCY caused by the removal of the dercss
TO State Banks, and as is again proposed to aay our
present troubles. He urged that no such measure
ought to be adopted but the people ought TO be left
to themselves, and they would naturally find cure
in rigid retrenchment and economy. He denounced
the present tariff odious and UNJUST tending to
benefit the North, and injure the South, and advo-
Gated its modification TO regular standard of duties
averaging about 20 per cent. We had long been as
sisting manufactures at the expense of commerce
Gripping and destroying that great of reve
nue. tor the sake of building up another which af
the protective system, in all cander, what claim can
the manufacturers Of the United States have to this
protection? Why should we destroy the commerce
to sustain the manufactures! Has this government
ever derived solitary cent from manufactures?
Does this domestic industry contribute a single dol
lar for its support! And will you destroy the great
branch OF national power for its sake? Why sir,
hardly be found. 1t is combination Of base ingra-
tltude and monstrous injustice. He alluded to the
great advantages which English manufacturers
have over us in the low price of provisions and la
able to compete with them under the sau,e circum-
stances.
The question was, at the request OF Mr. EVANS
put over till tomorrow, and after some private bust
ness, the Senate adjourned.
In the HOUSE, Mr.. MOORE moved to take I'D Gen
Jackson's fine In Committee of the Whole.
MIR. REED wish 10 have the petitions presented
from the several States
Mr.. CusHNG-Is not the resolution relative to
commercial reciprocity the special order for to-day
SPEAKER-lt is; and can only be laid aside BY
general consent. =
Mr.. REED appeal from the decision of the chair.
wish to be heard at least once during the esson
Laughter, and cries OF ''order, 60 on no, order"
Mr. HopkINs-There are several bills on the table
from the Senate. wish them read and referred
This was done.
The resolution, which has passed the Senate,
relative to employing agents to buy water-rotted
hemp in Kentucky and Missouri was passed. You
have already published it,
The next question that came up was the Bill from
the Senate 10 pay ,965 Is to the owners of the
slaves lost some years since on board of the
Comet and Encomum at Nassau, New Provi-
dence The British government has already paid
the money to this government, and only mention
the matter on account of the. scene it produced.
The bill had previously passed the House, and came
from the Senate with very slight amendment
Mr.. STANLY-Ihls Bill sir, is merely to pay over
some money now in the Treasury to those to whom
it belongs therefore move the previous question
Mr. GIDDINGs 1T the gentleman will Withdraw
his motion, I'll renew it.
ess discussion.
A VolcE-Don't letthe old abolitionist waste the
time OF the House.
ANoTnER-Hold on to it, Stanly.
GrDDlNGs-l appeal to the gentleman as a man of
noise and confusion.)
STANLY-G God forbid, sir, that should live TO see
the day when that gentleman shall be a Judge OF
what is honorable.
The previous question was seconded.
GIDDINes-I call the ayes and nays
Cries of "Vote il down."
This was voted down.
The main question was put
GIDDINGs-I call the ayes and nays.
This was also voted down.
GIpDNGs-I move to lay it on the table, sir.
This was also voted down, and the Senate's
amendment concurred in, and the bill passed.
GIDDINGs-ls 1t in order, sir, to move to recon-
,lder!
SPKAKKR-Did you vote in the affirmative
GIDDINos-I did, sir.
SpEAKER-Yes.