The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1844-04-29

the sane result ia the Ua,ted Sites He was no
doubtedly apprised at the f-rt thai negotiations had
been contemplated BY the British Government. ard
abolition Of slavery in Texas; he expresses q ssrong
interest ia their succ. ss and desires TO know the
nsture Of the instructions which had been given TO
the British m Mister, and what probability there was
tha the negotiations would lead TO the desired re-.
cult. Lord Abe rdeep, declining 10 give the iuor-
nation asked tor by Lord Bfoughs m. because 1t
mi ght be iujlrou, to the negotiations 10 do 81" az
su,es him that Her Nsjesy's ministers will press
them earnestly, aud leave no efforts unexert~d to
bring them to successful termination. Whether
or not the language attributed TO Lord Aberdeen
was meant to extend beyond The single fact Of the
liberation Of the slaves 81 Texas may perhaps admit
more extendtd construction. Lord Brouehsm had
spoken of the abolition Of slavery IN the United
States as necessary and prominent consequences
OF the sbolion Ut II in Texas; and Lord ABB rdeen
assures him that every effort the part Ut Her Ma
j-siy's Government would lead to that reEult which
was conte mpated by his noble friend. 1t IL quite
clear that the abolition OF slavery in the Un,lsd
States was the most Important 'resull contemfih-
ted by Lord B7ougharn; and il is not unre asoOable
to suppose that it then most proh.iDent TO the
mind Of Lord Aberdeen. II was evids ntly under
s,ood by Lord Brousham himself for he declares
that the state made by Lord Aberdeen was
with Joy BY all who were favorable 70 the object
OF the antislavery society" Tha, object is uni
versal emancipation. Lord Aberdeen said nothing
10 indicate that he had been misunderstood In a
matter 20 seriously affecting friendly Power, is
not TO be supposed that he would have suffered any
misapprehension to exist in regard 10 his meaning
end intentions. II does no violence to the rules OF
fair construction 10 unde rstand his language as an
svowal Of designs which, whether 90 intended or
nor. threaten very serious consequences to the Uni
ted States
The President would be reluctant to believe that
any design unfr,endly 10 this couairy o. iiDg at
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enters into the policy OF England. He cannot,
howe YER look with indifference upon such decldra-
tons as these, made by her leading Statesmen, and
with the full authority OF her Government He at
because they are perfectly consistent with inferna-
lion received from other sources, all tending to the
conclusion that the policy Of Eng land, in regard to
the abolition OF negro slavery. is not limited to
Texas alone.
No foreign government can be permitted to inter-
fere directly indirectly, with the established ia-
stituiions Of the tied States, or OF any OF the sep
srate g. ates Of our Union The bare suspicion OF
such design is calculated 10 excite and in this in
stance has actually excited, very strong sensation
among our people. II Lord Aberdeen has not been
misunderstood, the very freedom with which he
has nvewed his purposes evinces either that strong
confidence Of success which usually attends well
arranged measures, or a strange mistake TO our
disposition or ability to counterfeit him. Be that
may, he has re adered II necessary that should
know distinctly, and without doubt, how Tar our
Even il the designs OF Great Britain be limited TO
the emancipation Of the slaves Of Texas, they can.
not be regarded by rs with indifference. Although
we have no right 10 control Or to rect her policy
towards that country, she canno; lastly complain OF
any measure our part which That policy may rem
der cessary either 10 our security our interest
1t IS scarcely to be doubted that both these re-
spects the contemplated measure would be Injurious
TO US. Although Lord Brougham may not be cor
rect in surprising that the liberation Of the slaves of
Texas would necessarily lead to the Liberation OF
those of the Uaired States yet the states in which
slavery exisswou.d have goos reason to apprehend
fore so noas av lding State upon their immediate
borders. In other respects, affecting our CONNER
cial, navigating, aud manufacturing interests, we
shall have much reason TO regret tina, measure.
II Texas Of her own tree will, snail see cause to
abolish slavery within her borders the United States
however they might regard 1t as likely to Shsct
heir interests, will have no right 10 complain But
we nave a right to object to any measure of fo
reign government whcn may place her uuder re-
s,raint uy on that subject, and lead her. contrary
her own vie VS. and wishes, TO the adoption OF po-
Icy which cannot but be highly injurious to U.s.
Hepce 1t is Of great Importance that this govern.
ment should be fully and accurately informed IN re-
gard to the intentions aud asures OF The British
Government with reference 10 African slavery or
this side The Atlantic. Our own policy will necessa-
rily be afec,edby hers The object Of this Govern
ment ie discover whether 1t Is OF Ia not the de-
sign of England to procure the abolition OF negro
slavery in Texas; whether 1t ia Is not oOn,enpa-
ted in her policy DESTROY affect that institution
as II exists some OF the States OF our Uoor wha,
measures he has pursued and 10 pursuing for the
ACCOMPLISHMENT IF those objects, either OF them.
cannot, Of cOu,se, point out TO You the channels
through which this Information may be best &C.
qnired. Il ID probable that much may he learned
nv free communication with the Texan charge DAT
f,ires in London As that country and the United
States have a common interest in the qIss'ions in.
volvca, there is every reason why their Gov crn.
ments should understand each Other Nuco iuicr.
nation may doubtless be obtained from private indi.
vdusls and from the published proceedings Of abo-
itIon societies All these sources OF information.
however, are only Of q secondary and auxilisry
character. The circumstances ct the case Justify
aud require direct application to Lord Aberdeen
himself The friendly relations subsisting between
the two countries give u. a right To expect that
there will be no cOncealnent on point so nearly
affecting our interests. And il is qnay due to the
British Government that it should have an opportu-
nifty TO remove our well grounded suspicious, by n
distinct disavowal Of designs which are incoMpa'i
bic with the harmony OF the two countries, and In
consistent with the friendly feelings which they
profess towards each other.
You will therefore take an early occasion to bring
this subject to the attention OF Lord Aberdeen.
awaiting yourself not only OF the views here sus
gested, but Of all others which may occur to your
own mind az proper TO be presented and calculated
to attain the object In view.
would impress upOn you the absolute necessity
that YOU carefully observe the proceedings Of the
British Cover. ment touching this important aud
delicate subject and that you spare no paine 10 H.
form yourself fully and accurately in regard 10 it's
objects and designs. 1t is highly desirable tina, your
administrations to this department. should be as
foil and frequent as possible. emitting nothing
which il NAV become this Government 10 consider,
with reference to it's own measures aud policy.
l am, sir, very respectfully. your oh't servant.
A p. UPSHUR.
Edward Everett, Eco &c.
Mr. Uoshur to Mr. Everett.
(Confidentlsl ]
DEPARTMENT OF STATE.
WARRINGTON, SCI tember 2S, 1913.
Sir My public despatch OF this date calls your
attention to the subject IL he attempts which, %
we have reason to think, the British Government Is
now making TO procure the abolition OF slavery IN
Texas and the Uaited States. IL did not appear 10
OF thai subject which have been taken by this Co
vernment. In order, however, that you may under