The Washington union. [volume] (City of Washington [D.C.]) 1857-1859, 1857-12-12
THE MESSAGE.

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THE MESSAGE
1t is one Of the gratifying indications of the times
that the public press has spoken so strongly in favor
of the Presidents message. OF the very large num-
Der OF democratic journals on our exchange list
which we have received containing il, not one has
failed to proclaim its emphatic approval of the views
contained therein. Even some of the opposition
journals admit, that they see little or nothing of
which to complain, while all unite in appauding its
frankness, candor, and sincerity. Our columns this
morning contain considerable number of The opiil-
IONS Of The press all uniting in responsive approval
Harmony pervades the democratic press, so far as
the returning Of public opinion has yet reached
us, giving to the message prompt and emphatic
endorsement
The democratic press frankly tell us that the Pres
ident's recommendations are in harmony with the
expectations and wishes Of the people and strongly
tend to promote the best interests of the republic
They assure us that they confde in his fidelity wis
dom, and patriotism and that their confidence has
been strengthened by this exposition of his views.
We satisfied that the President has in every es-
sentia particular, met the expectations of his politi
cal friends and conformed to the wishes of the de-
mocracy of the Union. We commend the following
quotations from the press to the attention of our
readers:
From the Philadelphia Argus
We have the high satisfaction of laying before
readers to-day the first message of James Buchanan
President of the United States That it is of the
abes documents which have been submitted to Con-
gress and the American people will be the sober decision
linal dad
sition he has assumed upon all the leading questions
which engross the attention of the public
prouder than of the peoples choice still
phatically do we recognise in him " Pennsy ia
vorite SON.. ... .ash' A. ,.....
Upon the all absorbing questions of Kansas and the
currency the message is clear calm open, decided and
firm Alleghenies There is the indomitable
rmness in all this which prominently characterized
the public messages of the lion hearted Jackson Read
tit is its own most eloquent commentary. 1t needs
not word of eulogy from -e
From the Richmond Enquirer.
We precluded by the length of this able and inter-
esng message from making anything but the briefest
reference to its important contents Cramped as we are
for room, cannot forbear expressing high appo
baton and admiration of that portion of the message
which relates to the Kansas subject most anxiousy
filling the public mind In clear and manly language the
President traces the history of the knotty question: and
boldly takes his stand upon the side of law Justice and
public peace 1t gives especial pleasure to know that
the President occupies the ground which, after careful
we feel IL duty 10 As NirginllnS,
feel gratied and proud that President Buchanan has
the present occasion given and strong proof of
devotion to principle and right and has shown him
self worthy of the cordial endorsement of the Old Do
mnion We look now to democratic Congress, and to
patriots of all parties to stand by the President and
strengthen his hands to the triumph of right
cause, and to restore quiet to the country The
signs everywhere most cheering Let the good work
go on. E..... t"a#. a.,E aH# ..a.#
.......... From the Baltimore Republican.
The message speaks for itself Its plain, manly
statesmanlike views commend it countymen
at large and satisfy them that in cevang to the presi
dency James Buchanan they did what they will have
to regret but the contrary much to rejoice
through the future Every subject of importance to the
country is touched upon and its strong points brought
out in bold relief There is evasion of anything
equvocaon, quibbling but straightforward, manly
treating OF all questions If our political opponents will
find fault and condemn it will not be account of OBJ
security n-committasm All will understand what
Mr. Buchanan says and what he means. We commend
the message to the careful pesal of readers and be-
speak for it that hearty approval which its merits ene
it to from all honest lovers of their country and its free
institutions.
From the New York News
The democratic party that alitte year ago elect
ed James Buchanan to the presidency will in this
sage inibodyng his views, find ample to Justify
and approve that choice The message in its plain sim
pie and unadorned dicton to recognise the obi
cations and responsibilities of the Chief Magistrate
the people, but though the language such that he that
soldly based proofs from Holy Writ No President
ever had greater difficulties to Patriotism
and the instinct of representation, will sustain peo-
pie against foreign wars but the questions mainly treated
of by the President required the utmost sagacity and
per We believe that every national and demo-
in the land will cordially support every suggestion of
their Executive.
The three topics of engosng interest at the present
time the commercial revusion the recent proceed
ngs in Kansas, closing with the formation of State
constitution, and the submission of the question of sa
very to the inhabitants of that Territory and the Nor
rebellion On these points, and all Others embraced
in the message Mr. Buchanan thoroughly represents the
democratic sentiment of the country and he will give
of patriotic and right thinking from other organi-
cations.
From the Philadelphia Ledger--indepcndent
The message of the President is comprehensive and
wellconstucted document clear in its statements and
scarcely anything to be objected to in its suggestions
for they have and common sense to recommend
the and presented in partisan spirit but evil
IDENTIFY from sincere desire to subserve the public inter-
csts The moderation and sincerity which characterize
it will commend its suggestions to public favor, and if
Congress meet the emergencies presented in the
temper their abors viii rebound to the benefit of the
people. .s.# '.. ....r. Il. .s.
+ E..fE From the Baltimore Sun--independent
But the President that Congress designed
that the question Of slavery should be decided by
jority of the people themselves and recognising the dem
ocratic doctrine especially expressed in the 'Cincn
natl platform of 1S56manains that the slavery issue
should be decided by the legally and fairly will
of majority of actual residents Hence he says had it
beeh insnuated from any quarter that 1t would be
sufficient compliance with the acquisitions of the organic