Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1846-07-30
For the Iadt1Ha State SeaffneE.
chronological Description Of Gov.
Whi.cOuab

By PROF. II. F. SMITH, OF JEFFERsoNvILLE.
He has large sized brain, and temperament
which indicates great stability, uniformity and en-
durance-more strength than activity-more sound
ness than show.
His chronological development presents marked
predOminance of faculties over others; lie las
considerable versatility Of talent, but is not "a uni
versal genius; has more Of the special than of the
general talent His four leading traits Of character
are-tirst, integrity second frmness and persever-
ance; third, love of country fourth. devoted friend
ship In manliesting these traits of character there
would be pcculiarltics strongly marked that they
could not fail to be noticed. Whatever circumstances
he might be placed in, station in society he might
occupy, he could not be swerved from what he con-
scientiousy believed to be right. He would be slow
IN expressing his mind, and perhaps wait to hear the
opinions OF others, but he would take the course which
he believed to be right, and firmly and perseverngly
pursue It, even though in doing this lac might sacr-
fee his own interest and meet the reproofs of his
friends. This trait of character would be liable to
lead into great errors and be uHfaVoraby manifested
under some circumstances were If not that cautious
ness is very prominent. He never gives his opinion
any subject nor bis influence in support Of any cause
till he has thoroughly examined all the facts and cir
cumsances that can be brought to bear for and
against. He is conscientousy firm, but not wilfully
stubborn. His self-esteem is small to dispose him
TO lntrude his own opinions, set himself up as a
standard of right. Truth, developed by careful in
vestigation, must be maintained Justice must be
done. In seeklegt effect this every act of his ex-
hibts more than ordinary degree of humility
His patriotic feelings remarkably strong They
form leading trait of Character -Fo.gtatify them
he would cheerfully sacrifice his own interest the
ease and comforts of home and undergo great trials
and hardsbips. He is by no means unambiiious of
distinction, but much of his apparent ambition arises
from his love of country. BY his large benevolence
he Is preserved from aversion to foreign countries
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be preserved, its institutions maintained and Its laws
obcyed. He loves the people dearly. His friendships
are genuine; he betrays the confidence that is
placed in him. and will do much TO promote the hap
Piness of his friends. He is sometimes thought to be
cold and Indifferent to the wants of his friends this
however Is merely apparent, and not real. His de-
voton in this respect is ardent; it is modified by
the presence or absence of his friends under all cir
cumsances he will act for their interest when he can
do so consistently with his stronger feelings of justice
He is slow In bestowing his confidence but once be-
slowed, 1t is unwavering till betrayed, the person
renders himself unworthy then he silently and for
ever drops him, without chcrishing towards him feel
lngs of revenge. He is quite social and domestic
in his feelings fond Of home and of female society;
markably well adapted to enjoy the married life and
with suitable companion would certainly be happy
and make her happy. He is agreeable and polite.
yet dlgnlhed when neccsSary-never trIfilng in con-
versation. He is naturally disposed to have peace
preserve it. In sight of danger he is rather timid
being disposed to guard against all difficulties; but
when once in difficulty, in conflict, his sense of
justice love of country, and devotedness his friends
and relatives call into exercise all the propelling
powers of his SOUL and he becomes the bold intrepid
general determined upon victory DEATH Ordi-
narlly he has not sufficient confidence in himSe-is
little too retiring, and too sensitive what is said
of him. He will distinguish himself by his own
merits, rather than BY assuming what be does not
possess, for he is strictly honest and honorable His
moral qualities highly developed, and he is capa-
bic of purely moral character, under all circum-
stances. He is religious from principle, and never
enthusiastic-uniform and circumspect in conduct
sympathises deeply with the distressed. from whom
he withholds not the liberal hand of relief-a friend
to the friendless, and succor to the oppressed.
His intellectual faculties are Of very high order,
possessing more strength than activity. He has
very comprehensive mind which takes general views
of things, and easily comprehends complicated sub
jecs. He has strong analytical powers and
ceent fnanciering talent Hence he is successful
in originating plans and documents. He is a man of
thoughts connected and proracted in his thoughts
and feelings. In his speaking and writings he is
more deep than snowy; his style is plain, PRACTICAL,
concise and forcible well arranged, and the point
He is well adapted to govern the State, for he can
govern himself.