The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1847-09-09

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MS manners-none, those who felt II most, ever
CONSIDERED his opposition, hostility The elevation with
when ne conducted controversies incident to the public
suon which ne held forbade the idea that sehshness
9 any Sou-that passion prejudice guided his mind
Inc arguments OF his antagonists to which he replied
were always stated by him with perfect airness-some
umes WIN more man their original force. Their Ian
guage when susceptible of more than one Interpretation,
was always given the best and where motives were i'm
plcated' the most honorable were imputed He INDUCED
IN no saIcasm-no rdicuieno nvectve. Deep research,
profound thought luminous argument graced by liberal
feeling and simple dignity of manner, were the charac.
teristcs which distinguished MIR Wrghts senatorial eo-
quence The of his efforts this sphere OF pub
lie duty, impressed the opinion upon him that il the
position in which he could be most useful to his country
and he renquished with unaffected regret When was
proposed to present him 10 the Baltimore Convention for
nomination to the presidency his consent could not be OBJ
tanned When nominated to the sup
position that the first place was declined because he would
not suppan the friend whom the convention was under
the instruction OF It's constituency 10 nominate, he ex-
eused himself from the acceptance OF It, But when II
became necessary to give effect to the final nominations OF
the convention he surrendered the high place 10 winch ms
predictions attached him, and taxed his personal popular
aid in the advancement of others to the first places IN
the republic This cost him great sacrifice OF ieenng and
possibly, may have been the remote cause OF his death
The sudden change made in his habits, by returning
from the closet and the shade the abors of the field in
the hot sum- however enured to it in his YOUTH IN all
likelihood produced the stroke which ended his being
In late letter to friend, he said much he enjoyed
his renewed agricultural exeron he could not but admit
that toll in the noontde sun quite oppressive to his
he engaged in, that he persevered until the fatal
malady was contracted under which he sunk
This Association, in looking to the character and ca
of Silas Wright, just exemplar of the public
virtues and political principles proposed for its ncuca-
ton
Resolps l. That committee of - be appointed pro-
vde in the form they may deem suitable memoir
of his life, to have place among its archives.
2 That the hall of this Association be hung with Grape
for ninety days. as mark of grief sincerely felt by it for
s. That the coincidence of the Association be convey
ed to his afflicted widow
On motion, it was
Resolved That the address and resolutions be adopted,
and Incorporated in the minutes of this Association.
JOHN f. NORRIS esq., seconded the motion, and spoke
as follows
Mr. Chairman: Before the vote shall be taken upon
the resolutions that have just been read desire to pre-
sent few remarks which have been prompted by the
impulse OF the moment, andwhch, trust, will be deem
ed not inappropriate to the occasion.
need not sir declare that my feelings accord with the
sentiments which the resolutions embrace cheer
fully in them, doubtless do all who present
Seldom has fallen to our lot to spread upon the Jour
nails of our Association testimony of gratitude and
homage to WORTH of distinguished character under
circumstances SO deeply interesting 1t is true that but
few months have elapsed since recorded senti-
of admiration for the illustrous chieftain and
statesman who having impressed the nation with the
spendor and exaltedness of his extraordinary genius,
took his abode with the great and good that had passed
to their endless reward Yet that event, though mourn
full, in The nature OF things expected Age had made
Its ravages upon constitution that had resisted accumu
lated OllS ana OF more tan usual
the gradual and visible decay OF nature had prepared the
minds of all for the close of the solemn scene But far
otherwise was it with the distinguished man whose abi-
ties and virtues now elicit our heartfelt eulogums In
the decease of Slas Wright behold the statesman the
citizen, and the FRIEND struck down in the vgor of man
hood possessing in all their strength those great nteec
tual and moral qualities that had for him universal
admaton and when the eyes of myrads of intelligent
freemen fixed upon him with sangune hopes OF his
future elevation to sphere of greater prominence and
more extensive usefuness-a sphere in which he could
have had full scope to his faculties in devsng
and sustaining of national policy. Surrounded
with all these interesting circumstances, in possession of
all these advantages, and in the midst of of
lness, he was unexpectedly taken from us.
In contemplating the character of Silas Wright, we
discover, boldly exhibited, and striking traits Even
as man and as citizen he was remarkable for the I'M
assumed simplicity and panness of manner which adorn-
cd him in every position OF life. AS statesman and
politician he possessed fixed and steady principles Hav-
ing adopted the democratic creed in early life, he sustain
ed it with patience, rmness and fidelity without ever fall
teng, equvocating swervng from its sternest
TONS Democracy in its broadcast and most liberal
was the cherished object OF his hear-he chief aim of
his life and action Ii not with him matter of ex-
pedency and specuation-a game the success. of
which determined his following it. No To eucdate
embrace and enjoyment of the masses, his oftest
aspirations Indeed, such his devotion to sound
principles and such the integrity of his purposes, that he
would prefer defeat and overthrow in their faithful sup
port, to the most atterng success if it had to be pur
chased by departure from them In all his acts in
stance can be pointed to. in which he devated from the
thwartng opposing the spirit policy OF the democra
cy of the country On the other hand ne stood by every
democratic administration while in the Senate of the
United States, and afforded the hearty support of his tow
erng intellect to all the leading measures of the demo-
cratic party Contemplated in this light sir, Slas Wright
holds prominent position in the constellation OF Amer
statesmen, and, when conrasted with many aspi-
rants for place and hOnors, who either avowedly have
formed fixed political principles or who shift them
and adopt others with the facility with which the chame-
leon changes his color estimation of his virtues
mmeasurably enhanced.
The resolutions then, sir that request to hang
hall in badges OF mourning token of regrets for
the death Of this statesman and patriot must obtain
heartfelt response from every genuine democrat for his
removal from the theatre OF life the democratic party have
lost mighty champion of its principles, and living ex-
empar of its virtues But the death of such man as
Sas Wright is not confined in its influence and conse-
quences to place aryt is great national bereave-
menta national calamity. The deprivation of his
deeply and astingy felt by all who cherish sincere
gard for sound principles exalted talents, and ncorrupt
BILE integrity; and we need not entertain apprehension
that just tribute will be refused to his abilities and
worth.
In conclusion, sir would remark that the character
should be spread before the young of country,
that they may be furnished with the means of studying
the model OF true American statesman. And thus,
though he has passed from amongst US, and SUM
will continue to influence thousands and his name and
virtues will be deeply cherished in the grateful recoec-
tons of an intelligent and patriotic people.
On motion, it was
R,solpd That the blank in the first resolution be filed
with fve to be appointed by the Chair.
Whereupon the Chair appointed the following gentle
men: f. 2. Blair J. c. Rives. c. p. Sengstack c. s.
Jones, and Robert Cotman esquires
MIR. Blair having suggested that the most appropriate
memoir of Mr. Wrghts life might be obtained in une-