The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1850-08-10


IN Congress and from the ultra press, and would
the wisdom of Omnscencc and the purity Of an
gels. There Is nothing manly, noble, just, gen
erous, with men who thus make war upon the Pre-.
sident for standing by the country and its Consti-
tuition.
From the Baltimore -American.
The message of President FILLMORE in relation
to the affairs of Texas and her boundaries pub
lshed in Wednesdays american, has doubtless re-
celved the attentive consideration of our readers
One thing is apparent and free from all obscurty
an this matter at issue between the United States
and Tcxas--and that is the imperative duty of the
General Government to hold and maintain the
sfatss quo as derived from tho close Of the war
With Mexico and the treaty of Guadalupe Hdalgo,
ontll the respective limits Of Texas and New Mex
leo should be determined by competent au-
thorlty. The Government Of the United States
would not be worthy the name of government,
II 1t could allow itself TO be driven into abandon
ment of a position by the menaces of a State-a po
slton necessarily entailed upon the result of
conquest, and which il is bound TO hold until the
question OF limits and of jurisdiction in the premi
ses shall be decided in legal and an orderly man
The arrogance with which Texas has insisted
upon her territorial claims, when there always
at hand tribunal by which her pretensions could
be fairly judged and decided upon, has been one
cause, we believe, of the delay and difficulty at
tending the adjustment of her case. There is no
disposition In any quarter to do her injustice; but
when she assumes to decide the whole question for
herself, and to plant herself upon the ground of
exclusive right to the full extentof disputed claims
her attitude, thus assumed fails to inspire indigna
ton only because it is too ridiculous.
Texas is not the only State that has had a ques-
ton OF disputed boundary. The instances
merous. IL pertains to the functions of the Su-
preme Court to decide such questions; or, if Con-
gress may see fit to appoint Commissioners upon
special case, the issue may be settled in that man
ner. But nothing justify State in the attempt
to enforce by arms Its claim to contested jurisdic
tion-nothing. The whole country will stand
hero arpf ON llobrNr i1aH NV
the Constitution for the settlement of all such dis
putes, peacefully and legally
We do not deny that there is good deal of COM
plcatlon In this question OF the Texas boundaries
In connexion with other claims for indemnity adj
vanced by Texas. Let the whole matter be com
promised; but Of all things, let those who speak
authoritadvely in behalf Of Texas iorbear from
threats and from every manifestation of violence,
which, impotent in reality, would have the effect of
alternating friends and wellwishers.
From The ". y. Courier aud Enquirer.
The message yesterday submitted To Congress
by the President is a document admirably adapted
to the present juncure. 1t is clear, explicit, and
conclusive, while Al the came time il minges calm
ness with carnestness and prudence with decision.
1t maintains the full majesty Of Executive authority,
and yet 1t everywhere manifests nildness and
good will IL asserts the hrInest purpose to fulfil
the law, and yet is animated throughout with
spirit OF Cancellation. The President shows that
New Mexico is now territory of the United States
with the same boundaries which were deemed 10
belong TO II at the time Of the treaty Of peace with
the Mexican republic, and that that treaty guaran-
tied 10 lite citizens important rights and securities
which must now oe maintained by the United
States If il would violate its most sacred faith
Texas threatens an aggression upon these rights
ana securities. IL che carries out her demonstra-
tons, the President declares he has no alternative
but 10 repcl the encroachmcnts by force. Never
iheless, the President does not pronounce the claim
ofTexas unioundod; he objects only TO the forcibe
manner OF asserting il. He admits that the real
boundary line Of Texas II doubtful, and indeed OK
presses belief that she is Justly entitled to a part
at least Of the disputed territory. The question, be
believes, calls Tor an immediate and ancablc set
tcment. lie would avoid the delay, the dssatis-
faction and the danger that would be incurred by
submission of the case to the Supreme Court, or
70 a Board oil Commissioner, and would have Con-
gress adjust the matter at once, by buying of
the title of Texas with reasonable indemnity
The tone and the recommendation of this message
will not satisfy fanatics Of either extreme; but We
believe they will be hailed with sincere gratifca.
ton by all enlightened, serious, devoted lovers Of
the Union.
The bill submitted to the Senate by Mr. Pearce, in
the main, embodies The spirit and carries out the
views OF the message. Some Of It's details perhaps
require amendment, but its main features com
mend themselves 10 general acceptance. IL propi-
uaics Texas, az IL cvinced by the assent Of Senators
Rusk and Houston, aud stll preserves the rights
the dignity, and the authority of the United States
unlmpaned. The amount Of the indemnity, ten
nuhons, may appear 10 some too large: but Il is
not meet to chatter and sickle in like this.
Dollars and cents arc, indeed, small consideration
when the peace and harmony Of our country arc
involved. The money will 20 20 the benefit Of the
creditors OF Texas, and TO them We are already un
der certain equitable obligations They advanced
their funds TO secure the independence of Texas
The benefit OF which, by Katon resulted 10 the
United States; they advanced IT, too the security
Of the Texan revenues the most Of which revenues
VIC have ourselves, Of necessity, appropriated. An
occasion then that makes u c1pedien for to share
portion Of this burden with Texas ought not to
be deemed very great misfortune. The measure
wiil, ia all probability pass the Senate, substan
TALLY, al least, in its present form II Unfortunately
II docs not, We see no way Of avcrting mOst un-
happy collision with OF the States OF this Union
The present lave certainly in direct antsgo.
nism 10 the present prctonsons and purposes Of
leIas and the President will just certainly not
shrink from any responsibilities those same laws
impose upon him.
From The Moo York TSilane
Mr.. Fillmore, by bis late message has placed