Indiana State sentinel., 1849-09-06

OFMany of the miserable Whig papers of this
State, devoid of decency they are insensibe TO
shame,-true to their appropriate vocation of Lick
sPies to Tnylor,--are publishing the gFOssest false
hoods and ISLANDERS against Gen. LANE, in the hope
of lustifying the of the man, who, by the
division of the democratic party was unfortunately
elected the Presidency. Wing papers out of this
State might be pardonabe, in some degree for such
course; but we can conceive of nothing more dis
graceful here 1t only proves that the whig editors
of Indiana, as class, are below those of any State
in the Union.
Their slanderous lies against Lane, will probably
find some believers abroad though few at home,-
none, where Lane is best known. We shall, in good
time, notice these slnnders in detail, and show their
falsity. Our object is merely to introduce the
following notice of Gen. Lanes character, which
was published some months ago. and the author of
which was not warped by partizan malcvolence.
BRIG. GEN. JOSEPH LANE.
If to select fine specimen of backwoods-
man (says Cist's Advertiser,) it should be Joseph
Lane. | would take foreigner, If in my power, so
miles to visit Lane, admirable illustration of
the workings Of political and social Institutions.
! know nothing of his early history, and presume
it tp be that of thousands in the west. know him
only as farmer and wood merchant, on the banks of
the Ohio, in which character first made his acquain-
tancc He came board the S. b. Andrew Jack
son, to receive pay for lot of wood sold the boat,
and was introduced 10 me by Capt. Eckert He wore
a blanket coat and his general appearance that
of backwoOdsman, but had not conversed with
him FIVE minutes before set him down a man of
no ordinary cast
Later and more intimate acquaintance confirmed
my judgment, and in his late military career in Mex
leo, he has shone conspicuous for gaantry and good
conduct. even in he galaxy Of heroes which the war
with Mexico has brought to public notice. Ii may
not be amiss to state how he obtained his military
appointment, taken, he was, from the farm, TO
| lead armies TO victory.
When it became the duty of the President to make
the appointment of Brigadier General, it felt by
every western member of Congress to be prize for
his constituents. Probably some fifty names had beer
handed in TO the President accordingly Robert Dale
Owen in whose district Lane resides, entertaining
such local pride, would probably not have furnished
any name, but for suggestion to that effect, from
one Of the Indiana Senators. ''Who do you inten(
recommending 7" "Why." said Mr.. Owen. 81 ha,
not thought of offering name. There are no appli
cations from my district, but if yon thinl
it due TO it, to offer name, shall hand in that o
Joe Lane.
The Senator approved of the choice, and it &C
cordingIy suggested. The President, as usual sait
he would give it is favorable consideration. few
days afterwards, MIR. Owen was transacting somt
through-''By the bye, Mr.. Owen,' observed the Pre-
sident, al shall have to appoint your friend Lane Il
the BrgadIer Geueralship. | hope you have wei
considered your recommendation, for tie Office is
very responsible one" 81 know nothing" repliet
Dir. Owen, of Lanes military talents, but there
about him those elements of character which in al
times Of difficulty prompts every to rally, instinc
lively, around him leader. This has been .h
case in early days, when lawless infested th
river border. Whether shore OF among boatmeI
on the river, Lane was man relied on TO keep sue
men in order, and he always found equal TO eve
ry emergency. | would select him for the Office be
fore any other man know, if | had the appointment
TO make"
Lane was appointed. The sequel is history an
justified the penetrative judgment Of MIR. Owen
Lane has developed qualities which place him in tn
front rank of military service.
When the news Of the battle of Buena Visit
reached Washington. Mr. Owen called on Presiden
Polk.
Well, sir, exclaimed he, what do you think Of ou
Hoosier General
All. said the President, with a quiet smile, M
Owen, you are safe out Of that scrapc!