Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1845-06-18

Capt Tyack OF the city Of New York, TO whom we Or,
General jackson during few days preceding his DEATH lei
the Hermitage "Wednesday week. While there he
out At the request Of ffiepd-who could accompany
MN as he wished on his pgrimsge-a diary Of the
rcnccs Of his visit General Jackson This authentic re
record Of almost the last hours Of the Generals he hs
been OPPORTUNITY placed disposal although, who,
reached the direction, tho demise Of its subject
anticipated 80 soon by the writer. We submit to gu
readers In lieu 81 any remarks Of own consden,
mat IN Itself an obituary. worth than all the pane
gyc which fu heart could lavish II has the recommen
daion 81 placing known chiefly his countrymcn
soldier aud statesman, in new hsht--.in the bosom
scenes OF hte and uodcr the trying circumstance
vast range OF the military genius OF General Jackson
his creative faculties; his power applying his
vgor vigilance, activity his resolution military
leader his sasaciy his psobiy his 6'mness his patriotism
ms sa,esmen making combination OF splendid charac
ersues surprising all his contemporaries in public life
exngushcd in the general gaze the halo that surrounded
nun in the retirement OF domestic life. His lofty bearing
ms courtesy, his magnanmiy in his personal
among tho proud spirit which would ask nothing tina,
was not strictly right and brook nothing that wrong
-'raits in keeping with his public cae.rhad eouims
cd attention TO "thc Of the will" Bot the gencr
aspects, the humber virtues OF the cf Herm,
age were known only to its inmates and intimate friends
In his own house, all were INDUCED but hinsel
There, gen,leness, Affection and hospabe krdncss at
tended him every step, and all made sensible that
IN the comfort and enjoyment OF those around HIM his
consisted, and that personal selfdenal too hh
price TO pay for IT, The traits Of character SO aressly
exhibited in the subjoned letter. shew the sdrcs OF the
endearns domestic virtues in which the Hero aud States
Jackson, when not called combat violence and wrong
was made up Of the deepest devotion and the kindest
sympathies:
a Diary about General Jackson
HKRNIrAsE, May 2sth. lsl5.
MY pEAK SIR: Aware of your desire know the con.
diuon OF the paro, OF the Hermitage in the closing scenes
OF hi: e write down. from day day, during the short
visit make him, what Of interest
GA my arrival found Presiden, Jackson more CON-
Portable than he had his disease not abated
sna his long AMI useiu! life rapidly drawing Close
lie has rot been IN eondiian 10 lie down during
Tour months Ills feet and legs his hands and are
very much swollen with dTopsy, which has invaded his
whoc system Bandagcs drawn tight around the parts
most effected TO prevent ss much possible the increase
OF the water lie has scarcely any OF his hands The
hantaRes are removed several times the - hours and
the parts rubbed lion and the cir
culaon OF the blood. lie has strength stand. Ills
respiration very sho.; aud attended with much diff
and the whole progress Of the disease ompa MED with
great suffering lie gets 10 sleep except by orates-
tbs l't lung mas rap,Eed mauy years sgo, during the
Seminole campaign Florida, and Is entirely DESTROYED
and the other much diseased Wicn tie drupsy common
ced the cough extremely severe and pro
iuse hese symptoms which had continued for years now
gradually gave way and almost entirely ceased This was
followed by loss OF appetite and constant nausea aad mrs.
uauon Thisehangc took place say in April and abou,
toe INST ct May disrThga commenced which seemed to
threaten an immediate dissolution. THIS continued for
few days with great suffering. but fortunately reduced
the swelling OF the whole system. The abatement OF the
daiFhna was succeeded by the swelling all parts with
violent PAIN and extreme tcuy OF breathing when na
tGte would again relieve itself as above described.
THUEsDAY, May 29.-Gen. Jackson is rather more com.
iorsbe, having obtained from opaies some Sleep Ths
Gay he sat awhile to Mr. Healy who had been sent by
Louis Philippe he King Of the Freneh TO paint his pof
uaii MI Hea!y told me tina; it the design Of the
hg OF the French TO place his portrait by the side that
OF Washington, which already hangs in his g,lerv,be
most celebrated aud interesting historical gallery in the
woHd-o surround them with the pictures OF most em
nen OF American generals and statesmen. Mr. ueay Ia
comm ssioned by the king to paint the portraits Of some
twelve OF tie most distinguished revolutionary patriots 10
surround those OF Washington ami Jackson-ihe greatest
aud best men on. county ever prcduced; also OF
ne most prominent living politicians Of the day
hessrs. John Quincy Adams and Henry Clay were
heIned by Mr.. Healy 10 me. MT. Hesly was enabled
10 make much progress ia bis work days and as usual
the General received many visitors, thirty. All
were ADMITTED IRON the huuO.est the renowned
TO take the venerable chieIan b. the hand and bid him
farewell. Among the visitors General Jesup an old
trend and companion in The meeting Of these most
iaihl and gallant soldiers ard the republic was
deeply Interesting and affecting reverend gentleman
called to inquire regard the Generals health his faith
and future hope The General said "Sir am in the
hands Of 4 me'c!ul God | have full confidence in IN,
goodness and mercy My lamp OF lite is nearly out and
the last g!lInmer has ready 20 depart when
called The Bible is true. The principles and statutes OF
that molly book have been the rule Of life and have
ued to CONFORM TO its spirit possible Upon that
sacred volume rest hope for eernal salvation through
tho merits and blood Of blessed Lord and Saviour Je
Christ" Nothing further was said upon the .nh
Iect.
FsIDAr, May ao.-The Geaeral passed bad night; no
s.ecP-eGtremeiy feeble this morning. Mr. Hsalv with
eAeruOus the OF General
oed to hn;sh the portrait which he abored with great
care IL was presented TO the General After examining
Tor some minutes, he remarked Mr. Heay al am sat,
hed sr that you stand 1.-THE head Of your ptoesson II
may be allowed TO Judge Of my likeness can safely
concur in the opinion OF my family this the best that has
oeeh taAen feel very much obliged TO va, cir for the
very great labor and you have been pleased IS bes,ow
upon H. The family were all highly graufed with It's
iaiihiulness consider Inc perfect
nave ever SEEM giving rather the remains Of the he
roic parsonage, than the full life that made him the mos,
m IN 20
slender frame, the world ever saw.
AT 9ocloek, as is the custom, all the Generals family
except the few who take their watch by his side
TOOK their leave OF him. Each Of the family
him, received his blessing, bid him farewell kissed him
as It would seem eternal good night-or he would say
my work Is done for lie. After his family retes il is
touching q witness this heroic who has faced every
danger with gnweldng front, offer prayers for those
whom Providence has committed care; that Heaven
would protect and prosper them when he is no more
praying still fervenuy God for the p.eeery.on OF
bis country, OF the Union, and the people Of the United
States from all foreign influence and MISUNDERSTANDING
ms forgiveness TO his enemies, and his gratitude Gud
ior h support and success through ong life and for the
hope OF eternal salvation through the merits Of blessed
Rodeemer.
The General himself to discharge every duty. and
with all his anxious care ih,t POSSIBLE but his debility
and the unremitng anguish he suffers ms almost ertn-
gushed every power except that Of his intellect. Ocea.
s'naly his distress produces spasmodic affections; yet in
item idst Of inc worst psroInsms OF pain not murrur not
eyen sroan escapes his lips. Great and Just In e calm
and resigned in death.
SATURDAY, MAY 30.-The General passed a distressed
night, no s!eep-eEreme debility iis morning, attended
with increased swelling Of the abdomen and ali his limbs
and difficulty OF breathing lie said ~ hope God will
grant me patience 10 submit his holy will lie does Aft
things well, and blessed be His holy and merciiu mai -
Ills Bible always HIM he his chair IL is on
the table by his sde when propped up in bed that sacred
volume u aid BY BIN, and he often reads IT. lie has no
power aud lifted ahd Of his sitting posture in bed
TO the same posture m his chs Nothing can exceed the
1ceu9naie care ugance and eorts Of his
pious end devoted family 10 administer his relief and
yet 10 ihe tast Of The s elton which cas Tor 90 much
attention and sympathy kindness and hospitality 10 siran
gers is not omitted.
JUSE l.-"Thi1 day" the General said, "is tho holy
Sabbath ordained by God, md apart % DO devoted
bis worship and praise. always attended service church
when could but now 60 no more" tie desired the
family 10 80, as m1ny could and charged hsm con.
unuo ibo eaucaon Of he poor tie sunday school, This
new system Of instruction, he said which blended the duties
OF religion with those Of humanity he considered Of
nporonee and spoke with emphasis which showed bis
anxiety TO impress IL on the family. Mrs. Jackson, and
her sister Mrs Adams, regularly attended their nstfuc.
tons on the Sabbain ra Of The faiy went 10 church
The General looked out Of the window, and said "ths s
apparently the last Sabbath shall be with you. Gods
VII be don.; u. kind and mtTciful" The Generals