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Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1860-04-16

ALBANY, April sd, lSbO
Gentlemen lib to offer you my grateful thanks for
the invitation with which you have hOnOrcd me, 10 at
tend the Inauguration of the Statue Of Henry Clay in the
city of Richmond on the 18th instant am, most re-
luc anuy compelled to forego the pleasure would have
given to be present on that occasion.
The Ladies OF Virginia. who caused this Statue to he
erected in honor of Mr.. Clay thereby monument
to their patriotism. cannot recall another instance
in any age country, where the memory of public
man has been thus honored by his country women
cept the of the successful effort OF the
of the United States, to and halow, pos
session for the whole country, the home and grave oil
Washington.
There is something to my mind, snguarly affecting
and beautiful and sngulary valuable in this appropriate
demonstration of the admiration and affection of the la
dies of Virginia for the name and character of Henry
Clay. We who knew him well, and loved him. know now
better than before, how entirely he deserved the
homage have been accustomed to pay him, for long
life devoted his country and crowned with those no.
bic virtues which adorn and exalt human nature Since
his country-wOmen, whose instructive and wise Judgment
stamps nothing current in public character but true
merit have taken the initiative and lead in doing honor
to his memory.
1t will become a new incentive TO lofty and noble
ton when once il TO be understood in the country
that lie of distinguished PATRIOTISM and of true states
manshp and public virtue, may, and will through an Or
deal and Judgment which nothing base counterfeit
long impose upon that just award of honest and
enduring fame which the successbe aud plausible pol
itican aud demagogue never attain.
congratulate the Ladies of Virginia their noble
terprse and on the success with which it about be
crowned
remain gentlemen, with the highest respect,
Tour obedient servant,
D. D.. BARNARD.
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H. WINTER DAVIS.
FROM HON. GEO. EVANS.

PORTLAND, Me-, April 8, 1850.
Messrs. RO. RIDGwAY JAS A. SCoTT AND OTHERS:
Geatiemer-Your obiging favor of the 18th ult, ilv
ting me- on behalf of the Ladies of Virginia. to attend
the proposed Inauguration Of the Marble Statue of Zen
~ CLAY, in the city Of Richmond on the 18th ns av-
ing been directed to Gardiner my former place of resi-
dence, did reach until within day two, it
should have received an earlier acknowledgment.
l beg you, and those you represent to accept my
thanks for the honor of this invitation 1t would afford
me the highest qualification to witness the interesting
ceremonies Of that OCCASION but distance and engage
ments which / cannot dispense WITH compel TO ceny
myself the great pleasure should have il it in my
power to visit the Old Dominion at that tniN
All honor and gratitude to the patriotic and public
spirited Ladies of Virginia who originated aud have
cessuly carried into execution the rearing Of flung
memorial of one of the distinguished sons of
Grated Commonwealth the mother of States and states
men, of heroes and sages whom all America claims as
her jewels!
have the honor to be, gentlemen,
With great respect,
Your obedient servant
GEO. EVANS.
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Mo,srs Ro Ridgway aud others, Committee, &
FROM HON RALIE PEYTON.

GALLArIN, Tenn, March oath, 1860.
Gentlemen Il have the honor to acknowledge your
polite invitation on behalf of the Ladies of Virginia. to
attend the Inauguration Of the marble Statue OF Henry
Clay at Richmond on the 18th of April next, and it is
with feelings Of sincere regret that find myself obliged
forego pleasure OF being present, upon an occa-
sion of so much interest.
The erection of monuments in honor Of our lustrous
dead is worthy of that pure and devoted patriotism that
distinguishes the women of America. They have Goa
centrated around the tomb and cherished memory of
Washington, estranged hearts and remote sections of
that country he loved so we'll and served faithfully
In the darkness that oyeIspreads our political hor-
zon, they have erected almost the only beacon light
that cheers the eye and gadden the heart OF the pat
riot"
When posterity shall tread the sacred precincts of
Mount Vernon aud gaze the scupured image Of Hen
nv Clay these noble Ladies will be recalled with emo
tons Of grateful admiration.
feel assured that tie interesting ceremonies of the
occasion will be worthy of the Ladies of Virginia, and
the memory of Henry Clay.
must again regret that circumstances prevent my ac-
ceptance of your invitation
have the honor to remain,
Your obedient servant,
BALE PEYT0N.
tn Messrs Robert RdOWay Jas A Scott Jno. A. Mere
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LAGEANGE, Ca, March 10Th, lS6O
Gentlemen: Your letter inviting me to be present
and witness the Inauguration Of the marble Statue Of
Henry Clay, by the hds of Virginia, in the city OF
Richmond on the l2,h April has been received.
Iregret that professional duties will prevent me from
being present on that interesting occasion.
Henry Clay was the best model Of true, honest states
man II our politicians would Only strive to be like him.
our country wold have peace our peopl, prosperity
and the Union perpeiuiy May the fire OF his noble pa
uioiism kinde in Richmond on the l2h GAS Of April
aud spread and burn until demacogism, trickery and
duplcty in politics shall be consumed.
Very respectfully yours
r. H. HILL.
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sylvana University at Lexington, and knew Mr.. Clay
from boyhood but it not until came to be associa-
ted with him in the Senate that learned to appreciate
the he was His intellectual attainments ad
mitted by ALL and his courage and chivry had become
by-word, but his burning love Of country aud its abb
soute freedom from any faint of se6shness known
only to his intimate friends and perhaps, not to
them until the closing days Of his ie In the Senate
men looked up to him of the giant wonders Of
0mnipotence." Those who came near him in private,
sometimes forgot his greatness in warmer admiration
for his patriotism To be present occasion which
is intended to mark the Of the Ladies of vr'
GINA for the memory Of such is privilege which
nothing but imperative duties could compel me to fore
go.
beg you to convey to the Ladies by whose invitation
have been honored my thanks for the compimentand
my deep regrets for my inability to acceptt
am, gentlemen,
Very respectfully,
Your obedient servant,
JERE. CLEMENS.
D., O. A ;th
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THE TRIAL OF J. b. BRowyIo

To he Editor of tie WHO: 'p'h iOh, W
The testimony in the case Of the O..
against John B. Brownlow was ne,,v sSto.I,noa',t,
day evening Brownow has the syn,. ua''aed ls,.
one who has heard the testimony er, fl'ae. Of IN
case proves good character for Tho ~ The ~
aud Brownlow, both-and no man 49," O''unas R..
Brownlow intended TO KILL Under tt believe d,
conviction Is not expected, nor desired
particular fancy for VIM G. b. Brownlo. Wild b
that his bearing during the trial /. mani, ! me-, r
that Of an innocent but unfortunate n.y.. 40 hs NJ
ment will be concluded tomorrow. IT,: 4, ihe ~.
prosecution will both be abe. '"' J,i-ocs q,
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JEFFERSON DAVIS.
FRoN SENATOR BRAGG.

SENATE CHAMBER,
April 10th, 1860.
Mcssrs Rcbt R.dgway Jas. A Scott, and others Com
uittee
Gsrt'sms II hsve the honor 10 acknowledge the re-
copJ Of your invitation, behalf of the Ladies of Vir-
cias be present 20 the Inauguration OF the Statue OF
Henry Clay in the city of Richmond, on the 18th inst,
and YOU that would give me very great plea
sure . attend and assist in paying deserved tribute to
great mar. whose name is identified with large and
important portion OF the history Of bis country.
regret that my public duties here viii not PERM ne
TO be absent az the time fixed for the ceremony.
With the greatest respect
Your obedieut servant
THOMAS BRAGG.
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FROM DOCTOR Nypcvn

o.-1.t NV 0RLrIss "
Gentlemen pray you to convey 10 ,ta ,sreh As
gnia, whom you represent the e.n,s. -s lAdlei q ?
regret that II is not in my power ~ .asI eiuy
iion-an honor which appreciate A. !, ~ hsir IN,
sist at the Inauguration Of the Cav ,es'efI,ss
on the 18th of next month. ''@'"e kehr..,
On the same day it is intended to i,,..
bronze Statue, also by Hart, Of the lp', ua'e L,
memory we all venerate-a ceremony Si,S man
officially connected. WIN shieh !
For yourselves, gentlemen, be ple,..,,
acknowledgements Tor your courtesy. .Ea 's''R D.
your obliged aud most faithful servant '"' oeis', |,
To Messrs. X. RIOGwAY JAS. A. Sco,- 's sEECEl
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FROM w. w. SEATON-

Gentlemen Il sincerely regret my inability to accep.
the invitation, with which you have so highly honored
me- to attend the Inauguration Of the Statue Of the illus.
trou Henry Clay TO be dedicated to his memory by the
noble hearted Ladies Of Virginia, on the approaching
anniversary Of his birth; and regret this the more as
the interesting ceremony is to take place at Richmond
city Of which almost claim to be a native. Nv oply
apoogy-the only one. indeed would presume to offer
is, having accepted an invitation Of the ever faithful
friends of the great Statesman in Alexandria to unite
with them in celebrating his birth day in that patriotic
city Praying you, gentlemen to ACCEPT my best thanks
as well as my apology am,
With the greatest respect,
Your obliged friend and servant
WV. SEATON.
Messrs. Ridgway Scott Meredith, Goddin, aud Griffin
Committee
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AcQUnTAL or YOUNG BRowNLoV.-Tbs ,..,..
Bell Brownlow, at Abingdon, for the killing ~ ~ 90
Reese (both students at Emory aud Henri SN'
concluded on Thursday evening last. and r.,i. -
acquittal. The jury was out but few ri,a.' %
agreeing on verdict, which was received M ot7'
CARNATIONS of applause by the large aud eIc,.I D r
in the Court ROOM ''''u 4siil1
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HlsH>GrON, d. C., ApH. ., 1860.
Gpit'sWa,-I have jhe n0uOr 20 acknowledge the re-
ceipt OF Your initiation on behalf Of the "Lldes Of Viz
siu TO attend and witness the interesting cerlmonie,
ON tine occasion of the Inauguration of their rble Statue
OF Henry CLAY regret 10 say thar pressure OF bust
mess. winch canu0, neglect, renders impossible for
me to accept Ns Clay vii live, not only In history
and tae mptrisab.e marble bu his love OF country and
grca, ability viii ever keep geeu BIS memory in ihe
minds and hearts OF his c0uutrymeu TO the latest pos
tarity
Thanking You, gentlemen, aaj, through you, the patti
o,ic ladies Of Virginia whom, pray, may be confer
I'd the richest blessings Of HeyeG,
I AIN, with great respect
Your Obedlgut servant
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FROM HON. GEO. BRIGGS.
House OF REPRESENTATIVES, !
WASHINGTON. April 2. 1860.

WASHINGTON, April 2, 1860.
Dear Sirs The Ladies of Virginia, in proposing to
inaugurlte marble Statue of Henry Clay, evince at
once taer generosity aud their patriotism. Heart, in
this instance, beautifully conceived, what HAT has
| learn, most illy executed and so the Monumental
city, to thousands upon thousands throughout the coun
try with whom the fame of Clay with memory fra
grant with all his great quates) is itself monument
of his goodness and greatness will have new emphasis
given to that title which desgnates it.
The 18th of the present month is the day named in
YOUR invitation to me- ito attend and witness the inter
e,tng ceremonies on the occasion of the Inauguration
Of the Statue While acknowledging and assuring you
of my appreciation of the honor which your invitation
coners regret that my duties, connected with legisla
ton likely that time to engage Congress, forbid my
acceptance of that invitation aud constran to say in
reply that | cannot be with you.
Yours respectfully,
GEO. BRIGGS.
To Messrs R. Ridgway Jas. A. Scott, j. a. Meredith
W. GOddin f. Griihl, E,qs.
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To Messrs Robert Ridgway Jas. A. Scott Jno. A. Mer
dith w. Goddin F. Griffin, Committee.
FROM HON. ]. II. GRAHAM.

WASHINGTON, D. c., March II, 1860.
Gentlemea-I am in receipt of your communication
inviting me to participate in the ceremonies of Inaugural
ting Statue of Henry Clay in your city While
can conceive ono greater pleasure to me than to accept
and be with you upon SO interesting an oecasion-and
using my humble voice in praise of that profound and far
seeing staesman-whose whole life ws9 devoted TO per,
petuae this glorious Union and to su6yert all sectional
fanatcismswhose public acts an private virtues have
endeared him to the hearts of his countrymen-l pro-
fonndly regret that my public duties will preclude me
from enjoying and accepting Your kind invitation.
/ am gentlemen, yours with profound respect,
j. II. GRAHAM.
To Messrs. Ridgway Scott Meredith, Goddin, and
Griffin Esus Committee
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FROM HON WIN. L. DAYTON.


TRENTON, N. j.,
March oath, 1860. !
Messrs R. Ridgway, Jas A. Scott, Jno. A Meredith, W.
Goddn, and +. Griffin.
Gentlemen 1t gives pleasure 10 acknowledge the
receipt of yours inviting TO attend the inauguration oil
the Statue of Henry Clay, in the city OF Richmond, on
the 18th of April next, proposed by the Ladies OF Nr
gnia"
All who knew the great statesman in lie will feel
that could he have chosen from no other source could
such compliment have come, so truly grateful to his
feelings as from the ladies of his native State. There H.
too, sentiment 10 the act beyond the homage TO the
man They do not scatter flowers upon his tomb, but
rear permanent monument 10 his memory They hon
or him. while at the time they say TO living men
that they who would command the love and respect oil
the mothers and daughters of Virginia must emulate tue
noble and manly virtues which distinguished his life and
have haowed his memory
Though may not be present from causes beyond my
contro at the Inauguration Of the Statue, cannot ex-
press so warmly as feel my respect for the memory Of
him who is thus honored, my high appreciation of
those gentle but true hearts who pay compliment so
graceful to the character of Henry Clay May the bless
ugs OF Heaven upon them and may his life aud
ample not be lost upon US
With much respect, yours, truly,
WIN. L. DAYTON.
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We surrender al our space today to Jhe publication
Of letters from invited guests the Cy Statue Iuausu
ration on Thursday last Being thus relieved Of a mat
ter pertaining 70 this interesting and memorable csremo
nv there Wal be no further interruption present tie
,,s,ial ,-.rist, Of our column
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Is-, gentlemen, yours most respectfully,
THOMAS C.. TURNER
To Wsssrs Rfsruav and Other, Committee.
PROM THE GOVERNOR OF CONNECTICUT

SrArE oy CoNN E1ECrrvE DEFAErIsNT,
NoEwICH, March, H., lsao
Nsssrs Ro. Edgwsy, j. A. Scott and Others, Iac.-
Your esteemed favor is at hand inviting me in be-
half Of the Ladies OF Virginia 20 be- Pree ' The ga-
',--,,on Of hi, Statue OF Henry Clay, ths l-h Of
April next ,t.t,--.
ciste their poteuess but my health is such Chat mus
DEW myself the pleasure, which should have n wI,-
Messing ceremonies 90 perpeuSte the usme aud services
OF Henry Clay, patriot aud statesman NAose memory
l. cber.hed With hga regard and -teclol by the people
Of this Commonwealth.
With high respect, believe me,
Your obedieut servant
wv A. BUCKINGHAM.
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lNDNNAPous. April l2.-The represeb.,,.' ~ nos
Constitutional Union party Of Indian, ~, d,
to-day, and unanimously passed the i,ost le,
Re'oired That we present as our choiss. 't','''a,
Lean, OF OLio for the Presidency and tb, . oooa L.
daily support any conservative national ma, =. ~ Co..
be nominated by the Biitimore convention. 10 ail
Richard W. Tho mPson and John F. HAYDEN -.
pointed delegates at large, aud one deec,,s 'e' q,
ed from each Congressional district 10 Il. 'ppoa
convention. "e Dail1Es
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Your obedieut servant
Messrs R. RdgTay, Jas. A. Scott, J. A. Meredith, W.
GOddin T.. Griffin.
ERnM TIE HnNERNnR ODE NEW LERSEY-

kAOM AuE NN'N EnNi'la VI NJ ~ HElNNEi
PENCEroN, March H.. 500.
Messrs. r Rjgway, J. A. Scott, .. A. Meredith, W
Goddiu r. Griffin, Committee Nc.
l,.rfls,sH - have the pleasure of acknowledging the
recent of your letter containing invitation from ,He
Ladies of Virginia 20 De present at the Inauguration of
die statue OF Henry CLAY on che l2.h ot April il tle
CITY ofRchmord mus, beg yo- 60 present my Thank.
10 the Ladies for the honor done me by tseir invitation
which the pressure Of Executive duties tog0id nay ac
ceptug.
have the honor 90 De most respectfully
Your Oletieut servant
CHAS. y. ULuEN.
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FROM HON IERE. CLEMENS.

MEMFIIIsi IVNT''
Condemnation letter advising me that "the Ladies
of Virginia propose nauguratng the marble Statue OF
Henry Clay" on the 18th prox, and inviting me to at
tend and witness the interesting ceremonies has been
received.
cannot remember any invitation which have ever
declined with SO much regret was student OF Tran
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FROM SENATOR DAVIS.

FROM SENATOR DAVIS.
WASHINGTON,
March 22d, 1850.
20 Ridgway, ESQ., and others, Richmond Va.
Gsi islqsp II had the honor TO receive the invitation
OF the Ladies Of Virginia De present at the Inaugural
lion of tie Statue OF Henry Clay on the 18th Of April
next, IN Richmond Va, and have to regret that my
numerous public engagements viii not ALLOW the Op.
portuui.y Of Witnessing that interesting ceremony
Make my acknowledgements 10 the Ladies for this evil
deuce OF their esteem, aud for yourselves accept the as
surarce OF the high consideration with which
am very tJly, your OBJ seryt
JEFFERSON DAVIS.
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FROM THE GOVERNOR OF RHODE ISLAND


PBovlurNcE, T.. l. March 2-l, IstH.
Gentlemen Your letter OF Jic l2.h, inviting me to
DE prcssut at the Inauguration of sc marble Statue ot
Henry CLAW az the city oi Richmond on the 18th at April
is received desire 90 present tha ladies o.. Virginia,
whom YOU represent assurances O. my high gard for
ther and for the noble work Eh,h they aave ui,rt-
ken ui,h uy thanks tor their Kind invitation Co be pres
qrt and witness the Interesting cerluuli,s
Exceedingly regTe. that my public duties vii prevent
nv leaving the state the tue named aud that shall
De obliged % foreEo the pleasure ot Joining w',3 d. Gle
liens OF Virginia iu doing honor 90 che memory a.ll
-bo while Ewing was .ogej ard LolCel, and vl.s meme
orv is reyeret by the pcgs OF all sections ot our soso-s
Union.
su gentlemen, yc-5s most respectfully,
THOMAS C.. TURNER
To Messrs. Riigeay and othss,. Committee.
FROM TIE GOVERNOR or HARYLAND.
SrArg CE MARYLAND. SEr8F---l.s OFFICE
ANNAPOLIS, Aprl .. 1869.
Messrs Rdgrly Scott &eEeai.h, Oodiin and Gri-
I'm Committee.
received .Cme DAYS since, through you, Tire aUt iu-
,itston of the Ladies Ot NUgu.J, % attend a. Rich
,noud on ihe 18Th i,f the Inauguration 90 Harris ral-
be statue OF Helry Clay by lurE illness has prevented
lse attention 20 my correspondence aud an earlier Zee
/ regret exceedingly that the pressure Of my official
duties sin prevent any being with you Oh that 10 me,
mos interesting o>eas,e1-
Wi,h great respect,
Your Odelisut scrvsut,
TlOS H. KICKS.
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sure Of being present and contributing al IN my power
to DO honor to the memory Of one Of Virginia mos,
cherished sons and Of Americas purest patriots ana
most illustr.ous orators
You will please express 20 the Ladies OF Richmond
nv profound thanks for their very kind invitation, and
say to hen that will certainly be present on the lzI
unless prevented by circumstances beyOni my eo1uo
You will accept gentlemen my respecuul aSAnO"eu5
ments for the polite manner in which you nave nu'
known to me the wishes Of the Ladies oil hlcnnouu'
have the honor to be. your obt servant
JOHN w. ELLIS.
Nessrs Robert Ride,vrav lanes A Scott and others.
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FROM HON. H. WINTER DAVIS.

Messrs. Robert Rdgway, Jas A. Scott, &c.
GeHlmei,I sincerely regret that it will be entirely
out Of my power to accept the polite invitation Of he
Ladies Of Virginia to assist with them at the Inaugural
ton of the Statue of Henry Clay. That such event
may awake in the minds Of this generation the memory
Of his great virtues and inspire them with the high
bition to initiate them, Is my earnest hope.
Sincerely yours
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To Ncssrs. EiIgvay, Scot. and others.
FpoV UON WASHINGTON HUNT

LOCKPOET. \. Y, March 49, 1860.
Gentlemen II have received your letter. inviting me
20 be present the Inauguration Of art marble Statue
Of Henry Clay, on the 18th o. April IL would afford me
profound pleasure to come and participate in the ceremo
MES Of the occasion, bat my personal engagements will
render it impractcible
while ! cannot be with you in person. you must per
init me to offer my heaftiell gratitude to the ladies Of
Virginia for the graceful and generous display OF patriot
ism which is about receive its appropriate consumma
ton In doing honor the and memory Of Henry
CLAW they honor themselves and the State which the
iustrious mother Of the peerless Statesman and Patriot
They attest their devotion 10 the Of our common
country aud to the preservation Of that Union which he
so fondy cherished and riumphanty sustained by his
wise and noble efforts in tue most trying yicssitudes Of
our national history
Tho proposed monument j. beautiful aud fitting rib
ute to genus eoqrcnce and public virtue, aud to that
sublime patriotism which adversely could deprcss no
ngatitude could chill and which despaied of the
Republic.
Nav the men and women-of Virginia, and Of all her
sister States on both sides of the Potomac continue
to be animated By the spirit OF American Nationality Of
which Henry Clay the foremost defender and the
noblest embodiment!
| remain, with great respect,
Your Obedent servant
WASHINGTON HUNT.
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FROM THE GOVERNOR OF OHIO.
ExEcUrIvE DEPARTMENT.

FROM TIE GOVERNOR OF OHIO.
ExEcUuvE DEPARTMENT.
CoLCNBUs, April {, lS60.
Csnilsmsn-I have the pleasure TO acknowledge the
RECENT of YOUR esteemed letter OF the l2,h uitmO IN
bcb on behalf Of the Ladies OF Virginia YOU honor me
with am invitation 90 attend and witness the Inauguration
Of the Marble Statue Of Henry Clay, by HLrt in the city
OF Richmond. 90 the l2h inst.
beg TO assure YOU that &C would give me very great
pleasure 10 Join YOU 10 doing homse the
and deeds of Mr. CLAY ON s occasion 10 which Won
fer but as this NAV be- In cons Qucoce OF my official
engagements which viii prevent mr. leaving home az that
time pray you accept my grateful thanks for your
kind remembrance of me- and 20 permit me 20 express
the hope that the interesting YOU about 70 Gel
citrate may be instrumental iu reyylg ID the hearts OF
the American people tina, spin, ofraterny AID devotion
TO the union OF the States OF which tie great American
Commoner was the i'lls,riogs impers0nation.
i am, respectfully
Your Obejieut servant