The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1848-02-28

cy and power. In 1915, one of these parties, tho
oligarcny (olegarglnial by Inscriptions laws
and improper means, succeeded in gaining the
elections for President, and appointed a very
wealthy, highly honorable and patriotic man,
one OF the chiefs of the war Of independence
Gen. Jose Tadeo Monagas. Scarcely had he as
sumed the reins of government before he saw in
to and opposed the ambitious views of the per-
sons who, by intrigue, had placed him in the
Presidential chair, fully coniiing in beng able
to make HIM the passive instrument OF their Gu
ture plans for personal agerandzement but thia
worthy man. in the interests Of the fr edom OF
the country and Of his own honor, maze up his
mind to do justice to the people, and nsequen,-
ly became the father and protector o he liberal
party. faction having been forme in the Con-
gress by few OF the most turbulent aud restIesh
spirits, then succeeded IN drawing over Irajo-
ry to support their plans in the chambers Of reprs-
sentatlves for thu deposa OF the President and The
removal OF the Congress 10 Puerto Cabello This
unprecedented and highly imprudent measure 70
eyasperated the people thata having been join
ed by some tear o. five thousaod or more, who
came into the city from the neighboring country,
a few OF them made an attack upon the Chamber
of Representatives aud shot seven of their mum
Der This, as you may suppose, caused great ex-
citement IN the city, so mnch so that tor the
space of two or three hours we all expected that
there would be Il fflghtiu scene of boodshed;
but to the honor of these people be il said, not
the slightest disorder has taken place in the city
no one individual has been insulted, nor even a
robbery the most insl gn tcant committed. These
brave people have only contsnded for their
rights as freemen, and to put down factien
which, II successful, would have been fatal to the
peace Of the country This object being gained,
they are nov prepared 20 retire to their homes
quietly, and feel confident that we will not be-
involved in civil war, for the blow that has
been struck has put down the oligarchy perhaps
lava u, 4l, nI-t,t a. al
The attack upon the Congress having taken place
on the Gath inst.
CARACAS, 2Sth January, lS48
In my letter of 26th, gave you some account
OF the political state of the country, and now
add these few lines in elucidation thereof
1t appears that the attack which was made on
the Chamber Of Representatives, by the people
and militia, was provok ed by variety of cir
cumstances. In the first place, some 200 of the
young men of the city had armed themselves,
and gone to the convent OF st. Francis, in which
the Congress assembled, with the object
supporting the faction which was DESTROYS of
deposing the President.
On the Gath, in the morning, Tomas Jose
Sanavnia, the minister for the home department,
went to the chamber with the Presidents mes
sage, when two OF the faction threatened to take
other presenting pistol at him.
Upon this being known IN the street, the peO-
pie and part of the armed militia advanced to
the door OF the Congress. when one OF the par
ties from within fired and shot down one of the
people, which so provoked chem that general
attack was made upon the Chamber Of Repre-
sentdtives, with the result already stated
The President. military chefs. aud civil au-
thortles, immediately rushed to the scene Of
strife, and by their energy and resolution saved
the lives at hundreds OF persons.
Ga the following day, the 25,i, the Congress
assembled again as usual and passed general
amnesty for all political crimes and offences COM
mitted since the year 1880, which being pub
lshed on the 9th Instant, has restored conf
dence and order throughout the city and the
neighboring country.
believe Can win safety assure you, that we
shall not b. involved in civil war, for more
than Is l6ths of the whole country are in favor OF
General Mcnagas, and resolved in supporting
him The ollgarchy is, in my opinion, down
forever, at least for many years.
There are, however, few individuals who
think that General Paez will lend himself to a
revolution against the government; but those
who know him well, are convinced that he will
never tarnish his gorles by taking arms against
the government He is at present in the interior
Of the country II he should, however, be so
lmprudeGt to take up arms against the 20
vernment, there is little doubt his ialfwlll be in
evitable.
send you a copy OF the general amnesty, and
the Presidents address to The people.
JOSE TADEo MoNAeAs,
General Of Dirsian If The 4rmi-s Of Penesasa, and
=, President Of the Repabhe, &c e.: e.;
Ysnezusars! Received the government Of the rspub
lie when IL wss deyoured By civil war and conoilia
ting and humane policy restored The country to tho
blessings of peace and order While rejoicing Ia
the hope that he advancsnent AID happiness of my
country would be promoted dor the protection of
our liberal institutions the borrid monster Of dscord
again appeared az the very doors OF the sanctuary OF
the laws threatening TO ruin ALL Bat Providence, who
has not orssken VeDezusa stretched out 20 its pro
tecting hand, snd-the republic gsa Ice scored laws
remain, and all social advanag tho honor aud
glory OF the nation sacred.
Vens zuel,ns Render bio sdngs upon the National
about to crush and destroy you An august act u
reconciliation noble inspiration OF the most iervens
patriotism restores to all of you the happy OF bro
theirs Misfortun. TO those who would destroy this
uerssd work which God himself has inspired into the
fathers Of the country and which the executive power
Venesuelsns! Listen TO the voice OF tn. government
and Of your fellow untrymsn, who 10 resolved to
bis life to secure foe ever your peace and your
happiness second tirs repsat YOU cease to look
upon another enemies Tho government is the
father of all aud looksupou and protects all alike Let
here be longer but Vene zueisns friends and bro
theirs
Nothing but coasord nothing but mutual confidence,
reader US great respectabl and prosperous Let
all work together for the common good sacrificing
passions upon the altar Of our country LIST not
hbit TO the world the dsgraceul scandal Of free
pie not capable OF enjoying tne abe blessings
which It. has conquered FOR itself by heroic sacrifices
Fellow country men /! The government has dist lsyed
all its to put down the attempt to disturb the pub
lie order protest TO yon that during my administrs
ton the rights and guarantees which he constitutional
pact comedies to you, shsl b. respected Yes! All my
nerges directed co uniDjured this sacred
code of our liberties by witch the public prosperity k
cured Ali my labors directed to promote the
tiona and eatess under tho sacred gis
the constitution This sacred code IL my political faith
md either will deliver t upipjured into the hands OF
successor by tho aid and with the of the
people, else will bury myself With 1t under the ruirs
II the country. JOSE TADEO MONAGAs.
CAsAc,s, jan a'sh ls45, 18th year OF the Law, aud
18th year Of Independence
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Almost A FATAL ACCIDENT To HENRY CLAY
The sage OF Ashland came near meeting with n
ata accident on Thursday evening Our readers ara
,wsre that he 10 guess OF Mayor swift Aftsr he
irsd to rest the evening alluded to- the who
watts upon him. instead Of stopping OF the la the
usual way blew It out and then left room Tbipgs