Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1843-01-24

does 10 devote portion of his days to the
OF his family and the cultivation oil domes''c
and virtue. a.,
Resolrfd That we cannot cease TO remember that
dnrno the four years that Martin Van Buren, presided
over this Republic its name was honored ABROAD ana It's
institutions were protected at home tuckleo 10 no
insult from foreign nations, sought no peace with them
nv submissive treaties the surrender of lis territories;
il sent no soldiers TO invade the rights OF sovereign
state in altering amending It's constitutions ana u
would have scorned 10 aid III imposing on The Demo
cracy of Rhode Island the point of the bayonet lhe
charter of prolgate King, instead OF CONSTITUTION"
| framed by majority of its intelligent ireetheh. .
/ Res,,rsd That in The denomination and reelection
n NJ, V Buren, and in the restoration OF Democratic
ascendancy, the people of the Union VIII nave Inc
prospect OF better times and the return OF those pros
no rons davs by which the terms Of Jackson and Vun
Buren will be long remembered IN contrast with The
extravarance, imbecility and public misfortune which
have folowed the footsteps of their Federal successors
RESOLVED. That we recognize it as one of the wisest
and most lust Of those practical constructions OF the
| Constitution which have been adopted by the Demo
cratic party in allong TO faithful incumbent of The
initial chair second term Of Office, and we re-
rord the course pursued by the Democracy to their
Jefferson Madison, Monroe and Jackson, Us precedent
which is calculated TO secure the fidelity oil the incum-
bent and 10 show that Democrats not ungrateful
to those who do not desert their principles or their tah
either in the day Of prosperity the hour OF trial
| Resoired That as Martin Van Buren, was "good
and faithful servant the elevated office to which his
Democratic fellow citizens called him; as ne stood up
manfuly by every principle which ought TO De cherished
nv them as he administered the Constitution with
fidelity that Jefferson could not have exceeded, and
maintained his principles with unbendng frmness
not unworthy Of Jackson; hope TO see the appro
baton of his country signied to hun by the same marx
of confidence and approval which was gwen 10 the
distiL eushed and honored Democrats VINO Preceoeu
| him.
Resortd, That while we thus make known the SEN
timeuts which entertain in regard to the propriety
the Justice and the wisdom Of nominating Martin Van
Ruren, and the reasons which they are principally
founded, desire, also, to express cordial arpro
bntion of the eminent services which other distinguish
ed Democrats ha We rendered to the Republican cause
We wish to declare settled purpose, in entering
upon this important canvass TO MAINTAIN Democratic
principles unactuaed by any selfish motive, IN favor OF
the patriotic citizen for whom our preference has now
been thus cordially and honestly avowed solely because
we believe him 10 be the best exponent OF those prn.
ciples, under the circumstances we have mentioned
/ Resolued, That we earnestly recommend to our De-
ocatic brethren throu the Union to lose no time
in organizing themselves Tor the coming contesi-to
select at an early day, trusty and able individuals to
represent them 10 n Democratic National Convention
and 10 in that spirit OF "unlon and harmony
accompanied by such determined and vigorous action,
will present to the foes oil Democracy reslstless
front, and secure their triumphant overthrow.
Resoiptd That it is the opinion Of this meeting that
the election of delegates to the National Convention,
should be from the people, and the ratio one
from each Congressional District; that special com
mittee Of fifteen be appointed TO take the matter
into consideration far regards the city and county
of Philadelphia, and suggest the course TO our
friends throughout the State and Union, and that the
officers of this meeting be Executive Committee to
correspond with friends in the several counties in
this State and throughout the Union, and that said
Committee have power to add to lis number.
Resoired That while we will willingly submit in our
individual opinion TO the majority OF our Democratic
brethren throughout the Union we think this proper
occasion TO suggest that the Democratic National Con
yenon for The nomination OF candidates for the offices
OF President and Vice President ought TO meet the
fourth day of July, ls43 and would also suggest
the propTcty of ITS assembling in the Hall of indie
pendence in the city Of Philadelphia spot endeared
to the friends of Liberty and Of those sacred princ
Piles, which seek TO protect in political institutions the
equality and rights OF man.
Resolced That assembled as the eve of the
anniversary of that glorious conflict, when the citizen
soldiers Of the West led by their veteran chief vlnd
Gated the honor end frightened the fame OF their conn
TRY the plains OF New Orleans, we desire to express
in terms of grateful recognition Of their gal
sntry, heroism and patriotic devotion. The sponia-
and ogerowing gratitude OF the American people
has placed the name Of Andrew Jackson among the
highest in the roll Of their avorte sons the services he
has rendered in his civil administration to the OF
republican liberty have added new brilliancy in the
evening Of his life 10 the warke exploits of his earlier
years and beg him 10 accept from the portion of his
fellow citizens here assembled their ardent wishes that
with many Of his counlrymen, may attend his path
to the close of his useful and evenful life
Rssolyed That we cannot refrain from the expires
sion of and cordial appreciation of the merits
and services of Thomas Hart Benton. Although in ex
pressing his wish for the nomination Of Martin Van
Buren, he has voluntarily withdrawn his name from
The list of those from whom The Democracy Of the Union
desire in the coming contest TO select their Presiden
tal candlda,e-hs untiring devotion 10 The cause Of
Democracy-hs candor, dignity and hrnness IN the
I'll Ia
s,eady purpose proposing and promoting that which
is gocdhis unlrng and reslsrss opposition to every
scheme which is at variance with the settled and no.
nored principles of The Democratic party have won for
him lis unceasing confidence and respect.
Resoired That in the glorious and thrilling victories
which have attended the Democ party in its recent
contests the polls hail the downfall of the system
of misrepresentation, folly. corruption deception and
fra nd which gave Federalism it's temporary triumph;
We behold in them the "sober second thought Of The
people and the real verdict the Of Martin
Van Buren,; We perceive in them the return of wise
principles in the administration Of our Government,
and we look forward with cheerful and hearty conf
dpnce TO those prosperous days when The power of
free people, and not that of corporations or of money
rule will be exercised in those measures which are vital
10 their happiness, prosperity and welfare.
Letters from Gen. Jackson, Mr.. Van Buren,, Hon.
Thomas Fl Benton, and Hon. -Silas Wright, Jr.,
then read by Mr. VIM +. KNITTING, and received with
loud and reiterated cheering. The numerous letters
received from Governor Dorr and other distinguish
ed citizens, could not be re al in consequence of the
ueness Of the hour but ordered to be published
On motion Of George w. Dohnert, Esq it
Resoioed, That in common with portion OF the De-
mocrats Of Pennsylvania, who have expressed their
preference for ellow.czen, James Bucha.
nan, as the Presidential candidate entertain The
strongest Of his talents, ability and zeal which he
has displayed in the councils Of his country, and of the
efficient aid he has given 10 those great and
principles which marked the late Democratic admins
! nc
member OF the Legislature will cast his vote in his favor
for re election the IT, S Senate and thereby receive
The applause Of their Democratic constituents through
out the State.
| On motion of Geo. II. Marlin, Esq it was
Rssored, That this meeting tender their hearty and
sincere thanks the gallant Major Davezac, the chi
varons representative of the victorious Democracy of
New York the friend and aid OF the glorious Jackson
for the eloquent address delivered this evening.
Mr. iaymen, being called for, addressed the mee.
In liz nc lis sneech n AMUSING