The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1845-05-11
NEW YORK HERALD.
Henry Clay stiu I'm the Field-Moro letter.
Politics and Religion.

EMr Clay still continues 10 favor us with
specimens of his epistolary powers He may,
indeed be properly regarded as the "Com-
plete Letter Writer" of the age. During
the past month he has written two letters,
one on religion and the other on politics, which
very characteristic and very interesting Tho relig
Gus epistle has reference to the divisions in the Me-
thodist Church; and was written in reply to a Con-
venton of preachers from the save-holdng districts
assembled Louisville in the early part of April
Here is the letter.
DEAR Sin Our mutual friend, Mr. Mitchell of Frank
fort delivered to the day before Yesterday your let
ter WIN several publications under your name in re-
the Methodist Episcopal Church of the United States all
OF which have atentively perused' You desire
preston of my opinion on certain inquiries communi-
Gated in your letter.
have long entertained for that church sentiments of
profound esteem and regard and have the happiness of
numbering among its members of the best friends
have in the world. will add with great truth, that
have witnessed with much sasfact ton the fourishing
condition of the church, and the good and wisdom
which have generally characterized the administration Of
its affairs, as far as have observed it.
was therefore with the deepest regret that heard
In the course oil the past year. Of the danger of division
of the church. in consequence of difference of opinion
existing on the delicate and unhappy subject Of slavery
division, for such would be an event greatly
to be deplored both account of the church itself and
Its political tendency Indeed scarcely any public
renee has happened for long time. that gave o
much real concern and pain the menaced separation Of
"a
side and all the slave States ON the other
VIII not say that such separation would necessarily
States; but the example would be fraught with immi.
nent danger, and in cooperation with other
fortunately existing its stability the confederacy
would be perilous and alarming.
Entertaining these views it would afford me the high.
est ton to hear Of an adjustment of the controver
sy reconciliation between the opposing parties in the
church, and the preservation of its unity
limit myself to the political aspect of the subject
without expressing opinion either of the plans Of
be- NH cd
which could not do without exposing myselfto mpro
With fervent hopes and wishes that some arrangement
OF the difficulty may be devised and agreed upon which
shall preserve the church in union and harmony,
am, respectfully your obedient servant
HCLAY."
The second letter relates to the politics of this
wicked world. 1t was written in reply to the ad-
dress of the central committee of the wing clubs of
this city, and received "with the most lively
and prolonged demonstrations of delight" by the
vast and influential assemblage of the committee.
Here it is =
ASHLAND April IS, ls45.
few days ago, at this place. the address which you
did me the honor to make the 4h Sarch last enrolled
parchment, and enclosed in a silver case manufactured
by Mr.. VIM. Adams for the occasion.
received it with emotions of grateful sensibility
all considerations Of the and consequences of
recent Presidential election, of which treats past
and irrevocable event. which have neither nclna.
ton nor would it perhaps be fitting for to expaate
take pleasure in expressing my profound and grateful
sense Of the great porseverng and efficient labors of
during the which preceded the election. And
must express also the high and lasting gratitude which
feel to the committees and to the wings Of New York for
the ardent attachment and generous confidence towards
me- displayed at the commencement and throughout the
tones Of touching and ervid eloqucnce in the address
before me- The patriotism which animated them in the
contest could never have been doubted but this docu
ment, prepared after defeat bears conclusive evi.
dence both Of their patriotism and dsntcrestcdnes My
situation is peculiar have BEEN in spite of unexpect
ed discontinue the object Of honors and compliments
usually rendered only to those who successful and
victorious in the great enterprises of mankind To say
and communications which have received since the
election from every quarter from collective bodies and
and feelings of the regard and strongest friend
ship and deploring the issue of the.eecton would fill
large volume have been quite as much, not more
affected by them than was by any disappointment or
personal interest Of in the Of the contest
Among them gentlemen, your kind address will ever
De cherished by me with the most gratifed feelings
and, in the durable form in which you have had the
goodness to transmit it to it will be preserved
may gaze, have perused it, with proud satisfaction
am gentlemen with high respect,
Your faithful friend
II. CLAY.
1t will thus be perceived that Mr.. Clay is not idle
He has, indeed, been exertng himself in a variety
OF movements. He has sent a large quantity Of
hemp to New Orleans for sale, and he has been
mending his fences with degree of industry and
success highly commendable. Nor have his friends
meanwhile been inactive. They have collected fol
him thirty thousand dollars, besides statues Alto
gether Mr.. Clay appears to be in more famous po
stion than ever. He seems, indeed, to occupy
amongst the American people position similar to
that of some great ecclesiastical father-a sort oil
Grand Lama as it were-to whom offerings are
made, and to whose shrine pilgrims wend their way.
And we must say that he conducts himself with a
great deal of proprety and may be regarded as still
In the field for future contingencies in spite of all
that has been said or DONE
Mr.. Clay's concern for the Methodist Church is
quite excruciating But we do not think that the
Union is going to be broken up, because few mar.
row minded preachers Of any church happen to fall
out, and quarrel about the division of the spols We
do not then, at all, share in Mr. Clay's benevolent
and patriotic fears for the continued integrity of the
Union. Neither are we afraid even of tn,
influence of the Democratic party in de
stroying the morals and prosperity of the coun
try. However, we should like to see the wings try
their hands at power again. Perhaps the mex
chance they have, they will manage their cards bet
ter than they did the last time. We shall see.
COLLECTOR OF New YoRk-The, Morning Neus
and Post say that MIR. Coddington is to be Collector
and that his appointment will take effect in June
There is not the slightest ground for supposing that
any such change has been made in the Custom
House, according to our intelligence. The rumor
Is, however, quite significant. 1t was first started in
the Tribune, and has been given out by those who
seek the change, in order to produce an excitemen
amongst the offce-seekers here Another commit
tee has,very likely gone on to Washington few day
since, and another desperate effort is in progress to ef
feet the removal of Mr.. Van Ness The Collecto
himself is at present in Washington, his opinion
and advice having been desired on business of tn,
Treasury department
WING EDITORS IN NEW YoRK.-According to ;
recent resolution of the organs of the wing party
Horace Greeley has been nominated an honorary