The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1856-12-06


lis contents Every cit1ea should read IL and arise from
It's perusa grateful and proud that bis destiny has been
cast in this Land and that thanks to the wisdom and dde
" Of those ntrusted with authority and above all the
gaeily and patriotism Of the great body OF the American
people the ship of State has weathered all storms and
floats safely and proudly with her glorious hageyery
10 the bright in the breeze We
not however refrain from especially commanding to popu
lar attention the first portion nearly half OF President
Perce message presenting lucid and able review ofhe
cent presidential election and It's satisfactory results and
mastery Yndicaon of the wisdom OF the ebras
ka policy His oogent and powerful exposition Of the
Just working of the Compromise line of the bad
faith OF its present advocates in continuing all its benefits to
single section and Of the proper and peaceful influence
of the Kansas measure if allowed fair operation is well
calculated TO influence the public mind and in eonnexon
with the election OF Buchanan and Breckenridge TO bring
about healthy and conservative spirit even in the
sections OF the confederacy the most infected by the spirit
of anatcsm and the foul Vaccinations of the vile
mics of the constitution BY his bold and fearless advo-
eacy OF the Jeersonan strict construction OF the eons+
tuition this as on previous occasions of his presidential
career Franklin Pierce has earned the hearty gratitude OF
all Staterghts and in referring TO this last annual
message feel fully justified in speaking for the democ
racy of Virginia. and in their name extending to him the
plaudit OF Well done, good and faithful servant"
The following notice Of the message is from the Newark
IN J Jaeksonan paper although recently established
exercising powerful influence by the bodness and vigor
of It's advocacy of democratic principles:
awe lay before readers this afternoon the closing
annual message of President Franklin Pierce We pro-
nounce it magnificent production. We have perused it
with feelings of admiration 1t calm dgnifed and
powerful vindcaon Of the principles Of the constitution
of the principles of the democratic party and OF his
administration and at this time it is peculiarly adapted
TO throw new light upon the darkened waters of political
strife and TO open the eyes of those who have been blinded
by the passions and prejudces engendered by political
dvines, ranscendenal philosophers and unprincpled
knaves Mr. Pierce lashes these gentry with whip Of
scorpions and think the conortons OF the
panderers the depraved tastes of the weak aud wicked
of both sexes the excoratng blows descend with stern
and deserved severity. This message Of Mr.. Pierce will
stand reliable chart TO all who shall come after him
with regard to the true of the vessel of State The
exposition of the President in regard to all matters in
troversy connected with slavery the validity of the Mis-
souri, Compromise the relation Of the federal government
and its powers with respect TO the Territories is lucid
rreutable and convincing and cannot fail at this tme
TO be Of vast benefit in assisting all patriotic minds in
irving at correct conclusions as to the true principles upon
which the government and the duties of all good and
patriotic men who acknowledge allegiance to it.
awe never from the time Mr. Pierce delivered his inau
gura to the present moment lost confidence in his hon
esty patriotism and ability and although he has had TO
administer the government in opposition to the vest and
most unprincipled abuse of domestic traitors and mis-
guided enemies, and timId, fasehearted tme-serving
friends he has held the helm with steady hand and
ageous heart and fair, honest candid review of his
will fully sustain the confidence reposed and when
the passion and bitterness of the time shall have passed
away Mr. Pierce will stand well with his countrymen and
his name will go down the pages of his counrys his
tory honored, respected and cherished.
The graphic picture presented by the President Of the
resources power wealth. and advancing prosperity of this
Heaven-favored and truly glorious and happy Unon
but the heart swell with emotions of gratitude
the God of fathers for his assistance in securing
so goody heritage May all gratefully cherish the
priceless Inheritance and pray without ceasng to its Great
Author for the intelligent appreciation and watchful ygi
lance necessary protect and defend it from the
bined foe without and designing men within May He
keep burning the fires of patriotism within our
bosoms May
"All thoughts, all passions, all delights,
Whatever stirs this mortal flame
All should be but the ministers Of love,
To feed the patriotic fame"
The Richmond Wing (opposition) says
be permitted in brief terms to express our I'M
qualified admiration OF the tone and temper Of President
Perces views the subject Of slavery and the constu
onal rights of the States He comes clearly, boldly,
and rumphany in yindcaton and support of the rights
and interests of each and every section of the Unen and
n desire for Official promotion be no longer sup
posed to his conduct regulate his opinions being
about retire the shades Of private life forever will
lngy concede him the merit Of sincerity candor and
patriotism in the expression of his sentiments upon those
vexed sectional issues which disturb the pose Of the coun
try and the very existence Of the government
As we have already said his views these exciting ques
tons are not only just and true In themselves but
pressed in distinct manly and fearless language and we
theefore-polca opponent he is-cheerfuy accord 10
him the homage of our thanks and our praise"
The Petersburg tya Intelligencer (oppositOn says:
This important document viii be found in our columns
this morning. We have read II with much interest and
satisfaction and we believe that IL will be approved by
the country OF course the blackreppbleau presses viii
be infurated by It. but their criticism will fall harmless at
its feet The dspassionate and patriotic throughout the
land will cordially respond TO the sentiments and appeals
imboded in the discussion Of the Kansas BILL and the prn
eples aims influences and results OF that rghl and Just
enactment Ii s able review Of the circumstances and
operating influences which led TO the measure and thor
ough vindcaon OF IL from the assaults which have been
made upon 1t by the freedom shrekers who take their
cue from the New York Tribune Evening Post and Cou-
rier, and from the Boston Telegraph and ChIonce-al
which Journals have made themselves particularly con-
spicuous and particularly ridiculous by the fustian and
bObadilism about Kansas The President gives them
rang fire. Fore and al be sweep8 the sable concern
with his wechRrged and well-directed artillery planted
the ramparts Of the constitution In his defence Of the
Kansas bill he has driven back his asaiants bat be
has crushed them to the earth
The Washington correspondent Of the Philadelphia
North American (opposidon) says:
1t Is pleasant however to pass from topics upon which
there are irreconcable die Of sentiment 10 others
more eongenia and gratifying The President has full
reason TO congratulate himself and the country upon the
exhibit Of bis administration far IL relates TO the
management Of the foreign affairs and 70 the general
dtion OF prosperity In the material interests He has done
gracefully and modesy and therefore will be the more
likely 10 insure that estimation which, aside from all po
uca bias deserves TO be respected for lie intrinsic value
~ will be my duty and pleasure to crunze the reports Of
II will be my endeavor to analyze them with distinct and
exclusive reference TO their special merits The enjoyment
Of sufficient opportunity has enabled already 10 fore
shadow their general character and rigid examine
ton will be apt TO strengthen, rather than diminish the
favorable estimation which has heretofore been expressed
The Wilmington (Delaware) Gazette says,
1.-THE message opens with reference to the late presden
tal election and then proceeds discuss the Kansas
troubles President Pierce has been made the target By
the abolition and opposition press Of the whole country
and at him the aven Of every acous partisan sheet has
been aimed. They have assaulted him in all manner Of