The examiner. [volume] (Louisville, Ky.) 1847-1849, 1849-03-10

WASHINGTON, March S. IL M

Il WASHINGTON, March 5, IL M.
To-day at ~ O'Clock, General Zachary TAYLOR
Pes dent elect of the United States, delivered I,
the Senate and members Of The House of Repre-
sentatives Of the United States, and thousands
American citizens in front of the Capitol, the fol
lowing Inaugural address:
Low-CITIzENs:-Electes BY the American
people 10 the highest Office known 70 our laws,
l appear here 10 take the oath prescribed by the
| Constitution; aud i'm compliance with the time
| hlnOred custom 10 address those who are now as.
/ sembed. The confidence and respect shown BY
my cOuntrymen in calling me 10 be the Chief Mag.
stTate of this Republic The United States, hold.
ing high rank among tie nations OF the earth,
| have inspired me with feelings of the most pro-
found gratitude; but when reflect that the office
which their partially has bestowed, imposes the
discharge of the most arduous duties and involves
The weghtlest obigations,l arr conscious that the
position which have been called TO fill, though
sufficient TO satisfy the Hottest ambition, is sur
| rounded by fearful responsibilities.
Happily, however, in the performance of nv
| new duties, shall not be without the co-opera.
ton OF the legislative and judicial branches Of the
| Government, which present prominent examples OF
distinguished civil attAinmenis and matured expe-
Renee; aud il shall be my endesyOr 10 call 10 my
| assistance in the Executive departments, indi-
vidusls whose talents, integrity, and purity OF
chs racteT, will furnish ample guarantees for the
tailhful and honorable discharge of the trusts to
be committed TO their charge. With such aids,
| and an honest purpose TO do what is right, hope
TO execute diligently and imparlialy, and for the
best interests of the country, the manifold duties
deyolving upon me. In the discharge Of these du.
ties, my guide will Re the Constitution, which
this day swear 10 preserve, protect, and defend.
For the Interpretation of that instrument, shall
look ID the decisions of the Judicial tribunals es-
tabished by its authority, and 10 the practice OF
The Government under the earlier Presidents who
had 81, larya n share in ifs formation To the
ample of those illustrious patriots shall always
refer with reverence, and especially 10 his exam
pie, who was, by so many, styled the Father of lis
county.
To command the amy and navy of the United
States, with the advice and consent of the Sen.
ate; ID make treaties, and appoint ambassadors,
and ether officers; 10 give 10 Congress inioI.
nation Of the state OF the Union, and 10 recon-.
mend such measures AS he may deem necessary;
and q take care that the laws shall be faithfully
eKecuted-these are the most important positions
entrusted 10 the President by the Constitution, and
il NAV be expected that shall briefly allude 10 the
principles which shall control ne in their eKecu-
ton.
Chosen BY the body of the people, under the as
surance that my administration would be devoted
10 The welfare OF the whole country, and not 10
the support of any particular section, or merely
local interest, this day renew the declarations
have hitherto made, and proc aim my fixed deter
minaiion 20 maintain, 10 the extent of nv ability
as the basis OF my public policy those great Repub
| lican doctrines which constitute the strength of
our national existence.
| In reference TO the amy and navy, lately en-
plOyed with 50 much distinction in setive ser.
@ioe, shal be taken to secure the hsghSsi
| condition of efficiency; and IN fuTtherHnce OF
thst object the military and naval schools sustain.
ed by the lberality Of Congress- shall receive the
especial attention of the Executive.
As American fIeemen, we csnnet but sympa-
tkze in all efforts 10 extend the blessings Of civil
and POLITICAL liberty; but al the same time we
warned by the sdnlonitions OF history and the voice
| of our own beloved Washington, 10 abstain from
/ all entangling alliances with foreign nations. In
| all disputes between conflicting Governments, il
is our interest, no less than duty, 10 remain
perfectly neutral; while our geographical posi-
ton, the genius of our Institutions, and our peo-
pe the advancing spirit OF civilization, and above
all the doctrines of religion, direct US 10 the Guilt
walton of peaceful and friendly relations with
| all other powers. II is TO be hopedlthat no inter
| national question can soon arise which a Govern
meni, confident Of its own strength, and resolved
| 10 protect ITS own just rights may not settle by
| wise negotiations; and il eminently becomes q
i Government like our own, founded on the moIali-
ty and intelligence Of its citizens, and upheld by
i then affections 10 exhaust every resource OF hon.
orable diplomacy before appealing &C arms In the
i conouct of our Foreign Affairs, shall conform 10
these principles, as believe them essential 10 ID
best interests and the true honor of the country.
The appointing power vested in the President,
imposes delicate and onerous duties. So far as il
is possible TO be informed, ] shall make honesty
capacity, and fidelity, indispensable requisites e
the Destowal Of Offices, and the absence of eithe
of these qualities shall be deemed sufficient cause
for removal.
Ii shsll be my duty 10 recommend such ConSti
, tutiOnal measures 10 Congress as may be neces
sary and proper 10 secure encouragement anC
protection 10 the great interests of agriculture
commerce and manufactures; 10 improve our riven
| and harbOrs-tO provide for the speedy extinguish
4 inert of the public debt-to enforce a strict &C
Inability the part of ali officers Of the Goy
eminent, and the utmost economy in all public ex
. pen1itures. But il is for the wisdom of Congress
ITSELF in which all Legislative powers are invested
by he Constitution, 10 regulate these and othe
alters of domestic policy
| shall look with confidence to the enlghten
: ed patriotism Of that body, TO adopt such mea
: surss of Cancellation as may harmonise con
5 ficting interests, and tend TO perpetuate tina
Union which should be the paramount object o
! our hopes and affections. III any action on n,
I part is necessary TO promote an object 81
: near the heart Of every one who truly loves hi
4 country, / will zealously unite with the CO
: ordinate branches Of the Government.
S In CONCLUSION, can congratulate my fellow
7 citizens, on the high state of prosperity to whic
n the goodness Of Divine Providence has conduct
d ed our common country. Let Us invoke a cor
e tinuance OF the same protecting care which hs
C led us from small beginnings to the eminenos
a which We this day occupy, and let US seek to d
d serve that continuance by prudence and modeIs
n ton in our councils-by well directed attempts
d assuage the Bitterness which too often marks un
y voidable differences of oplnlon--by the promu
e CATION and practice of just and liberal prime
/. piles, and by an enlarged patriotism which sha
!, acknowledge no limits but those OF Cur wid
ID spread Republic.