The daily union., 1852-09-30


as you often have done, lo the quiet and
now. lorly. feel that desire stronger Than ever
Coming unexpectedly, this offer does il wou be diff.
ensive practice between this and the first Of November
all Satisfactory myself or those who have
seVees Bssdes ss You know ba Ms PsSess 6saI6
while at Washington was very delicate Il is fear even
more now, and he responsibilities which the proposed
change would necessarily impose upon her ought probably
in themselves TO constitute insurmounabe obJecuon 70
leaving quiet home for public station al Wsshnson
When resigned my in the Senate in I5i2. dld II
with the fixed purpose never again 70 De y9una p
except the call OF my country in time OF war; and yet
this consequence for the reason before stated anu on
account o climate, would be very iAep i''"'' io" my
These are some of the considerations which have in
huenced INV decision. You will, am sure, appreciate
lny motives You will not believe that have weighed
my personal convenience and ease against me public IN
would be readily accepted by gentlemen who could bring
your aid atanments and qualifications vastly superior TO
Aocep, my grateful Acknowledgements, aud believe me-
FRANK. PIERCE
For the reasons gwen in this letter Gen. Pierce
constrained decline the acceptance OF position in
the cabinet thus most gracefully and unsociledly
rendered to him BY the President Mr. Polk had known
Gen Pierce long and intimately. They were. throughout
their congressional terms OF the strongest per-
sonal friendship. No one better knew Gen. Pierce's
qualities OF head and heart than Mr Polk, and
had higher appreciation OF his brilliant genius, his
sound siaesmanshp, and his great administrative ability
The following extract from the letter OF Mr. Polk, ten
dering the appointment, shows his high estimate OF Gen
Perces character, and reflects upon him the highest
honor:
gives me sincere pleasure invite you accept
place n my cabinet by rendering to you the olhce OF AZ
or this important office from my personal knowledge OF
have done so because have doubt your personal as
socaiion w h would be pleasant, and from the con-
sderaon that IN the discharge OF he duties OF the once
you could render me important aid IN conducting my adj
mnisaon la this instance at least the office has sought
the man. and not the man the Office, and hope you may
accept H."
This appointment, so hatlerngy profered, de-
clined but the reasons which induced Gen. Pierce to
the adoption OF the course he pursued with regard to this
office had force TO resist the ca OF the country IN
time OF war" made upon him soon after The endear-
ments OF home the most important professional duties
pressngy claiming his attention. and the heavy pc.
cnnary loss which he be subjected, were OF as
little avail as The dust in lhe balance TO prevent his in
response the call upon New England for volun.
To fight the battles Of their country His ardent en-
hu>asm and unIrIng energy IN raising the noble ninth
regiment which so gaanliy poured out lis life blood
upon the battle fields OF Mexico, and returned 10 New
England but the shadow OF the brave band 10 whom New
Engiands honor had been well ntrustcd, were but
the prelude 10 The patriotic devotion which charac-
lerzed his every act while glorousy assisting in plant
ing his country's flag in the capital OF Mexico.
Go ask any OF the brave officers or prlvaes, whose
tolls and dangers Gen Pierce shared in the Mexican
pagn they will tell you that more gallant Officer
a man OF more undouted and chivalnc courage-one
more devoedy beloved by every individual OF his com
mand or with whom he associated, never drew his
sword in defence of his countys rights No breath OF
aspefson bIeathed against Gen Pierce by any
gallant man who had with him perilled his Lille for his
country |, was reserved Tor craven towards at home to
basey endeayor 10 blot the fair fame gallany earned
endeavor malignant and futile as was ever the OIL
spring OF imbecile head and coward heart With re-
gard the conduct OF General Pierce in Mexico, let the
dispatches OF General Scot his universal popularity
throughout the army with those OF every rank and gade
his complimentary appointment one OF the commission
arrange the armsce Immediately after those dec-
battles which he had acted so prominent part the
universal testimony OF all the brave men with whom he
associated tell their plain unvarnished tale and
the tale they tell shall make glad every American heart;
for the response shall be- no Drawer man ivesno man
better deserves well OF his country"
Let the ardent eiegraphlc congratulations from his old
companions from all sections OF our land answer
whether counTys honor ever nrusted 10 safer
hands. The despatch from Gov. Seymour OF Connec,i-
congratulate you. Forward the ninth r.
but indicative OF the universal delight with which his
nomination has been received by his associates in Mex
co. November will show the practical expression OF their
Joy the country over.
OF Gen Pierces qualifications for the presidency need
not speak His genius, his learning, his political sagacy,
the pride OF the State, have too long placed him in the
front ranks OF the prominent men OF the country TO need
auson here Who but admire the talent, the in
dusuy the native and acquired ability by which he has
placed himself al the head of be New Hampshire bar
bar in which the standard OF emlnence will not suffer by
with that in any State in this Union Who
has not observed that wonderful versatility o talent which
has adorned each and all OF the various stations he has
occupied Who has not remarked that keen ar-reach.
ing foresight that broad nationality, that judicious and
patriotic energy which has sgnazed his polica career
Who has not looked with astonshment upon his entire
familiarity with all political subjects in the midst OF his
ceaseess and most important professional engagements
Who has not noticed his fidelity and stern adherence 10
the principles OF the democratic party al all times, and un.
der all circumstances bis total adherence OF sectonasm
all its forms and his bold fearessness OF political
ton Who does not know his integrity OF character, his
kindness OF heart his generosity and iruthfuness OF
purpose The history OF man furnishes more conclu-
sve evidence OF qualifications fitted TO adorn the station
he is destined TO hill But, gentlemen, have already
detained you too long. | know il is your opinon-i
believe il to be the opinion OF the democracy every.
whee-tha in Gen Pierce the country will have Pres
dent, wse patriotic and most worthy TO guide the coun-
cils OF this great republic.
In Mr. King, the nominee for Vice President we have
statesman OF vast experience, OF emnen, talents and
OF great and lasting popularity. He has been long the
intimate personal, and political friend Of General Pierce.
sound democrat polished scholar, and refined gen.
eman, could add more strength 10 the ticket.
be thoroughly acceptable 10 the entire democ-
racy of the country. With Pierce and King for
standard-bearers, have a ticket true the princi
Piles and strong in the confidence OF the whole demo-
cratic party OF the nation. most glorious triumph
awaits It,
The following resolutions unanimously adopted by
the meeting:
Rssoiped, That the democracy OF the Granite State wei
come with most heartfelt Joy the nomination Of franklin
Pierce the democratic candidate for the presidency and
with one voice OF grateful acceptance respond TO this high
tribute from friends Of the other States OF the Union TO
our principles through the OF their abest advocate and
firm defender.
Resolved, That though with the under which they
have always acted principles not men"-the democracy
OF this State would they have done cheer
fully have followed any In the approaching
presidential contest whom the convention had selected
they will with enthusasu rally around him