The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1848-05-30

the be nedts which we have desired and which we shall
certainly obtain If we stand firm in Offering resist
less opposition to anarchy and disorder.
II the treaty could have been submitted TO your de-
liberation precisely IL from the hands Of the
penipotentiaries my satisfaction at seeing the ut
last brought end would not have been lessened
is this day. in consequence Of the notifications
introduced into 1t by the Senate Of the United States,
and which have received the sanction Of the Presi-
dent. | could have wished that alteration had
beef made in negotiation which was in conformity
with the general views Of the government Of the
fcations unfavorable but to prevent also their be-
ing the subject of exaggerated comment You will
which the Cabinet of the United States has advanced
in justifcstio Of the notifications There will be
placed also before YOU for your direction, all such
to form correct and impartial judgment At present
it is sufficient for to say to you that if in the
opinion Of the government, justice had not been
evinced the part Of the Senate and government of
the United States in introducing such notifications,
is presumed on the other hand that they not of
such Importance that they should set aside the treaty
believe the contrary, that 1t ought to be ratified
upon the terms in which it has already received
is also greatly strengthened by the fact that nego
taton neither expected considered possblemuch
less could another be brought forward upon basis
more favorable for the republic
The character Of the address; and the assurances
that you will find in such documents will be laid be-
fare you by the Minister Of Relations all necessary
data, do not permit to enlarge further upon the
treaty to obtrude observations which will doubtless
occur to you, in your examination Of the subject
much less unfavorablc estimate Of the moral and
physical strength Of the Mexican people, which COM
pels to decide In favor Of peace Nothing could be
more unfounded have lived long enough to witness
the heroic efforts which tho nation made to sustain
unequal contest of eleven years. and ut last achieve
its independence. In the same civil war; was able to
observe the resources and elements Of that people
which acts with valor and energy In the foreign
VIC have Just witnessed. though in but few engage
ITS have witnessed the courage and rmness Of
soldiers, when mmanded by chiefs of honor and in
whom they had confidence and we have all remarked
that the would have had altogether different
suit had the army and the National Guards been pro-
pery organized. | have never believed neither do
n,w believe that the republic is absolutely incapable
of continuing the war and afording example which
might be transmitted with glory to posterity.
But with the same frankness aud good faith must
say that am convinced that the condition in which
are, with all its attendant circumstances, mpe-
riously calls for peace because, statesmen affirm
discussion upon the of war is not matter which
can be submitted to proofs adventurous attempts
that the desire for military glory cannot justify the
continuance of the present calamites; and above ALL
account Of the distance of the territories ceded
and through want of national marine, it cannot be
reasonably expected that the result Of would be
fortunate that would save territory
tire. am well persuaded that our loss would be great
and that there could be excuse for the conduc
Of the government and of Congress- iii did guard
against and more terrible evils There is nothing
in this opinion which is in strict conformity with
truth and passion only can designate it timid and
exaggerated. The elements of resistance cannot be
created in moment neither is it within the power Of
the most vigorous administration to distances to
disappear in territory of such vast extent and to
shores Of the oct an aud the neghboring frontiers
TIE arguments which advanced at this day
against of the character with those put
forth in 1S45-frst, against the acknowledgment of
the independence of Texas, and subsequently against
the negotiations with the United States which the ad
ministration of that year sought to establish.
We have occasion this day to lament that the peace
policy did not at that time prevail Those who
opposed to it have been since undeceived but their
enlightenment has not been able to exempt the repub
lie from misfortune. Tardy and barren as the lesson
was we onght never to forget it, And, gentlemen we
will not forget it, but let make glorious effort
that our children may not curse memories.
Contemplate for moment the anarchy and confu-
sion in which we should behold our country involved
If the foreign should be continued All the germs
Of discord would in that event. be aroused and the
flame of the passions everywhere kndled We
already made to feel too deeply social disorganza
ton, the insecurity of towns and highways the para
lysis of every branch Of public wealth and the general
wretchedness Of the people.
The State of Yucatan, presenting such scene of
devastation and barbarty has been subject of much
pain and regret to the Government and the
aid which humanity demanded. The native population
has proclaimed the extirmnaton Of the white race,
committed excuses which ! shrink from recounting.
and having taken possession Of the principal cities
there is scarcely left to the inhabitants the port of
Campeche, to place themselves under from the
savage hordes. l have not ceased to employ my
thoughts upon such measures rs could be adopted for
the safety of that portion Of territorybut what
can the Government do under present circumstances!
Whatever fate Providence may have in for
unhappy country it left for gentlemen to place
her on the road to prosperity II peace is made and
n
tom if with tie extended experience from which
have learned much. fac TONS disorder and demorali
cation prevail shall not be held responsible for such
scandals AS cannot foresee the future desti
ny of the people; but if labor with rcctitude and
prudence, complying with the august duties imposed
upon by the law and by country perhaps peace
will fix the limit of our disorders and be the commence
ment of a n epoch, forming glorious contrast to
the unfortunate years which preceded it.
The present commotion in the world be atten-
ded with dangerous results here because the
denotes OF republic evidently incline to tranquility
loyal order the support of every branch of industry
the general welfare which it has until sought
in vain II we examine and profit by the situation in
which we are placcd-and If we construct edifce
having dsnterested patriotism for its foundation the
republic will be great. powerful and respected. The
enterprsing and active system of ncghbors, who
already have immense territory govern and pre-
international right which will eventually put under
subsection every aspiration aim which shall look to
a new rupture, and pave the way for new sacrifices
and new calamtics | believe, gentlemen. that the
treaty of Guadalupe, If the present generation will
profit by it, has placed an impcrishabe seal upon the
You may fatter yourselves, gentlemen with having
been summoned to decide upon the greatest question
prese since the achievement of our independence
to maintain with all your decision and wisdom. the
dignity and influence which should ound nation.
and to enact such laws the condition Of class
Of the people may require vigorous and Just system
of legislation is dema ndedone that will Danish for
those abuses which compatible with form
Of government Obstinacy in following the same ca
without having TO salutary reforms
manded from time to time by the administration Of
public affairs, would be to eternal loss, make
unworthy Of the gratitude Of the nation and stat the
titles acquired In 1871 The constitutional govern
which is about to be established and the duties
of which will be discharged by citizen distinguished
for his virtues and beloved by his compatriots, will
second efforts and Mt the time give character
to the nation. lie will suggest such measures. as in
his opinion, should he adopted TO inspire neral
fidencc without which there exist neither union
nor true liberty
SO far concerns myself, have but little to say.
because the policy Of the Government In the circum
stances which 1t has been obliged to encounter IL
known to all have respected the institutions Of the
republic and sustained them against the revolutionary
spirit by which they have more than once been thres
tened ] have prosecuted no one, and nothing has
than the adoption Of measures against political Opt
mons. have initiated and concluded peace, and
the republic which, upon the occupation Of the capital
seemed destined to complete dissolution and to n
prolonged has neither lost its unity the hope
Of a lasting and durable reorganization.
IT, notwithstanding my ardent wishes and anxiety.
II has been mpossible TO avoid the evils