The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1846-11-25
TO Tss EDITOR OF THE UNION.

The question is repeatedly asked, What has pro-
duced the late change In the political aspect OF dsss
oeraiie uaias, The banner Stale u the Union al the last
presidential siseiioni
by an unparalleled system OF fasehood, and the uni
ed action Of the whole abolition influence of New
England, with the federal factions OF Maine; and
notwiths standing the opinion given by Mr.. Webster,
in his late puerle and undignhed speech at Faneui
Hall Il 10 wise attributable TO the tariff sub treas
wy, or any ether MEASURE Of The natio'tai govern
msnI.
In view Of the inquiry referred TO- il is desirable
that the democracy Of Maine should be rightly un-
derstood and correctly appreciated IL 10 composed
OF inisllgsni and moral msn-men who do not take
their opinions upon trust, but who think and act for
themsel ves-men who have formed their political
creed upon the immutable, everlasting principles OF
civil liberty, equal rights, and universal federation;
and in whose integrity moral and political there Is
neither variation or shadow Of change. They have,
it is true BEEN partially defeated IN the recent cleo
TONS by most corrupt association, but unconquered
and unconquerable they will rally in the majesty Of
their strength, and triumph over all opposition.
Having alluded to Mr.. webster's indiscreet, in
aammatory speech at Faneuh Hall, passing notice
Of lat most srfraordinay production may not be in
appropriate. IL seems scarcely possible 10 believe
that grave senator Of the United States could be
so nsensble 10 the dignity Of his sisraisd responsible
position as graiiiously TO declare shat the Pres
for which he ought to be impeaehed," when in the
event of an impeachment, he, this puy senator, by
the provisions Of the constitution, would be a con.
siituent member Of the tribunal TO pass upon and
decide the question Of guilt or innocence.
Under ordinary circumstances, Mr.. Websers
course might well astonish u.s. but If IL be true,
reported that in disregard Of all respect Tor himself
and his exalted station, he has consented 10 become
a pensioner and has sold himself and services for
filthy lucre, he must be degraded in his estima-
lion, and nothing he may do should excite our sur
prise; but II he has not consented TO receive this
sleenosynary provision, he has been basely SIAN
Gered, and for the honor Of our country, ] would
most willingly aborto repel the injurious asperson,
and the reputation Of one ofour most talented
citizens.
II Mr.. Webster was sincere in regard to an i'm
parchment Of the President, his relation to that high
dgnitary should have nperousy sealed his lips upon
that subject until the President had been impeach
and was on trial before the Senate. Ts believe that
Mr. Webster ,cas sincere, would detruet inmeasurs-
Div from his acknowledged talents and legal acu-
men; and If he pas not sincere, he acted most un-
worthy part towards the audience he addressed In
this dilemma, whichever alternative he may adopt,
his position will be anything but enyiable for, in
either case, he Will place himself in such situation
that he can neither retreat with honor or perseyete
with reputation ltis indeed lamentabe to reflect
that distinguished talents, and elevated conditions,
are not nece ssariy associated with sound discretion
and elevated motives.
MIR. Webster was early initiated in the principles
and policy Of the old blus-iightsdsral party, the lead
ers OF which, freed from the wholesome restraints of
truth and justice, could assal with the most bare
faced alsehoods, the purest characters in
Try, and unblushingy vie with each other for pre-
eminence in the work of deraction. What proficiency
the honorable senator has made in the ethics OF this
Immaculate party, leave q be determined by an in
eligent pubIic; but from the facility with which he
acquires knowledge Of other things and the avid
ty with which he seizes every opportunity TO CEN
sure the men and measures Of the present admins
uauon, | am incllped TO he opinion that he has
proved no ordinary scholar. $3.50 4.
The honorable senator's best friends must regret
that, by his premature, sroudiciai, and ,upulapey
inJudcious declaration in regard to worthy Chief
Magistrate, he has so exposed himself, that even
they protect him against the merted oensure OF
all intelligent honorable men; and now, Mr.. Editor,
with a single admontory remark, as 10 defence BY
friends will leave this distinguished senator to the
devices and desires of his own heart Cass dissima
pirtm. FIAT JUSTlTIA.