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FOREIGN NEWS.

London, February 3. This day parliament assembled for the despatch of business, and, as the state of his majesty's health was not such as rendered it advisable for him to undergo the fatigue of opening the session in person, the royal speech was delivered by the lords commissioners, appointed for that purpose. The lords commissioners took their seats on the woolsack at half past two, when the house of com

GEORGIA. The following letter from the United | those who are sober and discreet will be greatly States' commissioners to governor Troup, dated In- ameliorated, at an early day. dian Springs, Feb. 13, 1825, so far determines a matter of great interest and feeling to the people of Georgia: SIR: Your express has this moment reached us and delivered your communication, covering the proceedings of congress, upon the Indian question. We are happy to inform you that the "long agony is over," and that we concluded a treaty, yesterday, with what we consider the nation, for nearly the whole country. We enclose you a copy, also despatches for the government. These last are addressed to your care, to secure their certain transmission by to-mor-mons being summoned to attend, the speaker, accomrow's mail. The original treaty will be conveyed by our secretary to Washington city by the stage leaving Wilkes on Thursday next. We are still in time for ratification by the present senate, and beg to offer you our sincere congratulations upon the more than successful issue of a negotiation, in which you have been an ardent co-worker.

With great consideration and respect,
(Signed)

DUNCAN G. CAMPBELL,
JAMES MERRIWETHER.

His excellency C. M. Troup.
The land ceded to the state of Georgia, by this
treaty, is said to embrace all the territory within the
limits of Georgia, belonging to the Creeks. The
quantity of land is believed to be between four and
five millions of acres, one-third of which is stated to
be good land. The price given is $400,000, and an
equal quantity of land west of the Mississippi, to
which the Indians are to remove in eighteen months.
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[The treaty above alluded to, being promptly laid before the senate of the United States, has been duly ratified.]

panied by a great many members, appeared below the bar.

The lord chancellor having read the commission by which their lordships were appointed to represent his majesty on the occasion, the noble and learned lord then proceeded to deliver the following speech:

"My lords and gentlemen: We are commanded by his majesty to express to you the gratification which his majesty derives from the continuance and progressive increase of that public prosperity upon which his majesty congratulated you at the opening of the last session of parliament.

There never was a period in the history of this country, when all the great interests of the nation were, at the same time, in so thriving a condition, or when a feeling of content and satisfaction was more widely diffused throughout all classes of the British people.

It is no small addition to the gratification of his majesty, that Ireland is participating in the general prosperity.

The outrages, for the suppression of which extraordinary powers were confided to his majesty, have so far ceased, as to warrant the suspension of the exNEW YORK The decree of the chancellor, on re-ercise of those powers in most of the districts heretofusing an injunction to prevent the steam boat Olive Branch from navigating the Hudson river, has been affirmed by the senate and the judges, sitting as a court of errors. Particulars hereafter.

fore disturbed."

Industry and commercial enterprise are extending themselves in that part of the united kingdom.

It is, therefore, more to be regretted, that associations should exist in Ireland, which have adopted proTHE NEW REPUBLICS. The British king's speech, (see ceedings irreconcileable with the spirit of the constinext column), renders the course which the govern- tution, and calculated, by exciting alarm and by exinent of that country has resolved to pursue, in re-asperating animosities, to endanger the peace of sospect to the new American republics, no longer doubt-ciety, and retard the course of national improvement.. ful. We have on hand a considerable quantity of His majesty relies upon your wisdom to consider, interesting items of foreign news, which are excluded without delay, the means of applying a remedy to this for the want of room There is no matter in them, evil. however, that is immediately important.

His majesty further recommends to you, the renewal of the inquiries, instituted last session, into the state of Ireland.

A CROWN REFUSED. The New York Mercantile Advertiser says it has learned, from a respectable His majesty has seen, with regret, the interruption source, that, since the liberator Bolivar arrived in of tranquility in India, by the unprovoked aggression Peru, a deputation from the kings of France and and extravagant pretensions of the Burmese governSpain has waited upon him, with an invitation to as-ment, which rendered hostile operations, against that sume the supreme command in South America, and state, unavoidable. to put on a crown-those powers promising to support him in such a measure, and probably pledging the aid of all the governments composing the holy alliance. It is needless to add, that the proposition was treated in a manner worthy of Bolivar. He sent it to the congress of Colombia-and, through that body, it is hoped the world will be informed of the particulars.

It is, however, satisfactory to find that none of the other native powers have manifested any unfriendly disposition, and that the bravery and conduct displayed by the forces, already employed against the enemy, afford the most favorable prospect of a successful termination of the contest.

Gentlemen of the house of commons-His majesty has directed us to inform you, that the estimates of the year will be, forthwith, laid before you.

HATI. The accounts which we have seen from The state of his majesty's Indian possessions, and the free people of color who left the United States circumstances connected with other parts of his mato settle in Hayti, are very satisfactory. The govern-jesty's foreign dominions, will render some augmenment appears to have realized every promise made tation, in his military establishment, indispensable. by Mr. Granville, and about 270 of the emigrants are His majesty, however, has the sincere gratificalocated at Samans, where land has been given to tion of believing, that, notwithstanding the increase them, on which some are already at work to improve, of expense, arising out of this augmentation, such is and are much encouraged to be industrious. The the flourishing condition, and progressive improvemechanics scem to do excellently well in the towus; ment of the revenue, that it will still be in your and there is every prospect that the condition of power, without affecting public credit, to give addi

residence, with his predecessor, and several officers tional facilities to the national industry, and to make of the 1st and 2d legion, received the PRESIDENT at his a further reduction in the burthens of his people. My lords and gentlemen-His majesty commands us of the government. The cavalry led the way, and to inform you, that his majesty continues to receive the procession moved in very handsome array, with from his allies, and, generally, from all princes and the music of the several corps, to the capitol, attendstates, assurances of their unabated desire to main-ed by thousands of citizens. The president was attain and cultivate the relations of peace with his ma-tended on horseback by the marshal, with his assistjesty, and with each other, and that it is his majesty's ants for the day, distinguished by blue badges, &c. constant endeavor to preserve the general tranquility. On arriving at the capitol, the president, with his esThe negotiations which have been so long carried cort, was received by the marine corps, under the on, through his majesty's abassador at Constantino- command of colonel Henderson, stationed in line in saluted the presidents on their entrance into the capiple, between the emperor of Russia and the Ottoman front of the capitol, whose excellent band of music Porte, have been brought to an amicable issue. tol.

His majesty has directed to be laid before you, copies of arrangements which have been entered into with the kingdoms of Denmark and Hanover, for improving the commercial intercourse between those states and the united kingdom.

A treaty, having for its object the more effectual suppression of the slave trade, has been concluded between his majesty and the king of Sweden; a copy of which treaty, as soon as the ratification shall have been exchanged, his majesty will direct to be laid before you.

Some difficulties have arisen with respect to the ratification of the treaty for the same object, which was negotiated last year between his majesty and the United States of America. These difficulties, however, his majesty trusts, will not finally impede the conclusion of so beneficial an arrangement.

ble for the stillness and decorum which, (with a very
few exceptions), prevailed.

Within the hall, the sofas between the columns, the entire space of the circular lobby without, the bar, chair, and the three outer rows of the member's the spacious promenade in the rear of the speaker's On the left, the diplomatic seats, were all occupied with a splendid array of beauty and fashion. corps, in the costume of their respective courts, occupied the places assigned them, on the innermost lead to the chair. The officers of our own army and range of seats, immediately before the steps which navy were seen dispersed among the groups of ladies, exhibiting that most appropriate and interesting of associations, valor guarding beauty. Chairs were placed in front of the clerk's table, on the semicircle preme court. The hour of twelve arrived, and exwithin the member's seats, for the judges of the suIn conformity to the declarations which have been pectation was on tiptoe-the march of the troops, anrepeatedly made in his majesty's name, his majesty nounced by the band of the marine corps, was heard has taken measures for confirming, by treaties, the without, and many a waiving plume and graceful commercial relations already subsisting between this head within beat time to the martial sounds. The kingdom and those countries of America which ap-galleries, though filled to overflowing, were remarkapear to have established their separation from Spain. At twenty minutes past twelve, the marshals made So soon as those treaties shall be completed, his majesty will direct copies of them to be laid before you. His majesty commands us not to conclude without their appearance in blue scarves, succeeded by the congratulating you upon the continued improvement officers of both houses of congress, who introduced in the state of the agricultural interest, the solid the president elect. He was followed by the venerfoundation of our national prosperity: nor without able ex-president and family, by the judges of the informing you, that evident advantage has been de- supreme court, in their robes of office, and the memrived from the relief which you have recently given bers of the senate, preceded by the vice-president, sentatives. Mr. Adams, in a plain suit of black, to commerce by the removal of inconvenient restric-with a number of members of the house of repreThe chief justice was placed in front of the tions. ascended the steps to the speaker's chair, and took his seat. clerk's table, having before him another table, on Silence having been proclaimed, and the the floor of the hall, on the opposite side of which sat the remaining judges, with their faces towards the chair. doors of the hall closed, Mr. Adams rose and read, The time occupied by the delivery of this address, with a clear and deliberate articulation, the address. was about forty minutes. As soon as the last sentence was pronounced, a general plaudit, commencing in the galleries, but extending, in a degree, throughout the whole assembly, continued for some FROM THE NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, OF MARCH 5. At an early hour, yesterday morning, the avenues minutes. The president elect then descended from to the capitol presented a lively and animated scene. the chair, and placing himself on the right hand of Groups of citizens, hastening to the great theatre of the judges' table, received, from the chief justice, a expectation, were to be seen in all directions; car- volume of the laws of the United States, from which riages were rolling to and fro, and ever and anon the he read, in a loud and clear voice, the oath of office: sound of the drum and trumpet, at a distance, gave at the close of which, the plaudits were repeated, notice that the military were in motion and repair-mingled with cheers from the spectators who filled ing to their different parade grounds. The crowd, the galleries, and immediately followed by the disat the doors of the capitol, began to accumulate charge of a salute of artillery. about nine o'clock, and, although ladies were allowed the privilege of their sex in being admitted to seats reserved for them in the lobbies of the house of representatives, they had to attain the envied station at no small sacrifice, and the gentlemen who led and guarded them were obliged, in some instances, almost literally to fight their way to the doors.

His majesty recommends to you to persevere, (as circumstance may allow), in the removal of similar restrictions and his majesty directs us to assure you that you may rely upon his majesty's cordial co-operation in fostering and extending that commerce, which, whilst it is, under the blessing of Providence, a main source of strength and power to this country, contributes, in no less degree, to the happiness and civilization of mankind."

The Inauguration.

Towards 12 o'clock, the military, consisting of general and staff officers and the volunteer companies

The congratulations which then poured in from every side, occupied the hands, and could not but reach the heart of the president. The meeting between him and his venerated predecessor had in it something peculiarly affecting. General Jackson, we of those who took the hand of the president, and were pleased to observe, was among the earliest their looks and deportment toward each other were a rebuke to that littleness of party spirit, which can

and noble conduct of its distinguished author, that cannot forbear soliciting its publication in your valuThis letter will be read with the deepest interest by the American people. It breathes the language of the purest patriotism, of the most perfect devotion to the rights, the interests, and the republican institutions of our country. It is a manly, temperate, but convincing vindication of the character and public services of one of the greatest men and purest patriots that this, or any other country, has ever produced.

sce no merit in a rival, and feel no joy in the honor
of a competitor. Shortly after one o'clock, the pro-
cession commenced leaving the hall; but it was near-able paper.
ly an hour before the clustering groups which had
crowed every seat and avenue completely retired.
The president was then escorted back as he came,
and, on his arrival at his residence, received the
compliments and respects of a great number of gen-
tlemen and ladies who called upon him, who also ge-
nerally paid their respects at the mansion occupied
by the ex-president.

Of the several inaugurations which we have seen, that of yesterday was most nearly approached by the second inauguration of Mr. Madison, as president of the United States.

So far the "Intelligencer." The following paragraphs, from the "National Journal," furnishi some other matters worthy of note

The PEOPLE are the sovereigns of this country. They have established, by their blood and treasure, a government founded in knowledge and virtue, which has for its basis the representative system. How far general Jackson, in his public career, has acknowledged and respected its maxims and principles, let the actions of his past life, and his pure and unsullied

"At an early hour yesterday morning, our city pre-conduct, during the recent election, testify. sented an unusual scene of bustle. There had been a great influx of strangers in the course of Thursday, in order to witness a scene, the entire grandeur of which consists in its simplicity, and the variety of associations to which it naturally gives birth. Whatever of splendor belongs to it is entirely intrinsic; there is no external show, no borrowed grandeur, none of the tinsling, nor glitter, nor circumstance of artificial pomp; yet its effect throws into the deepest shade the most magnificent spectacles which are dependent only on their gorgeousness for the interest which they create."

If the people are interested in whatever relates to the conduct of their civil rulers, they are equally concerned for the reputation of one of their brightest ornaments in war-one of their strongest advocates in peace. One, who has never drawn his sword but to add laurels to his country, nor his pen but to illus trate the value of her happy institutions.

SAM'L SWARTWOUT.

[COPY.]

Washington City, 23d February, 1825. MY DEAR SIR-Yesterday I received your commu"By 12 o'clock, the hall was completely thronged, nication, adverting to the reasons and defence, preevery avenue to the chair being crowded so as to sented by Mr. Clay to Judge Brook, why duty and reproduce the greatest personal inconvenience to the flection imposed upon him the necessity of standing individuals by whom they were filled. About that in opposition to me, because of my being, as he is time, the sound of military music announced the ap- pleased to style me, a "military chieftain." I had seen proach to the capitol of the procession by which the the letter before, and when it first appeared, I did president and president elect were escorted; and, in entertain the opinion that some notice of it might, a few minutes afterwards, the doors were thrown perhaps, be necessary-for the reason that the expresopen, and the procession entered the hall of the represion seemed to convey with it, the appearance of persentatives. The rush at this moment was tremen-sonality, more than any thing else; and could the opidous, and the doors were, for security, closed so ra- nion be at all entertained, that it could meet the obpidly, as to exclude many of the senators, representa-ject which was, doubtless, intended, to prejudice me tives and citizens, who had remained in the senate." in the estimation of my countrymen, I might yet con"On this interesting occasion, Mr. Adams acquitted sider some notice of it necessary-such a belief, howhimself so as to command the respect of all. Clothed ever, I cannot entertain without insulting the gener in a complete suit of domestic manufactures, his ap-ous testimonial with which I have been honored by pearance was such as the imagination would con- ninety-nine electors of the people. ceive of the chief magistrate of a republic, just beginning to feel the extent of its own resources, and the importance of its own character. In the delivery of his address he was visibly and considerably agitated; while the emphatic distinctness and propriety of his manner, produced a powerful effect upon his auditors. His compliment to the wise administration of Mr. Monroe was as just as it was eloquent. That virtuous citizen retires from his high office followed by the love and gratitude of a nation, to whose prosperity he has so greatly contributed. The mantle of his wisdom will fall on his successor: and may he also fulfil the high duties of this important station so as, like him, to promote the public good; and, like him, to merit and receive the public gratitude!"

I am well aware that this term "military chieftain" has, for some time past, been a cant phrase with Mr. Clay, and certain of his friends; but the vote with which I have been honored by the people, is enough to satisfy me that the prejudice which was thereby sought to be produced, has availed but little. This is sufficient for me-I entertain a deep and heartfelt gratitude to my country for the confidence which she has manifested towards me, leaving to prejudiced minds whatever they can make of the epithet "military chieftain,"

It is for ingenuity greater than mine to conceive what idea was intended to be conveyed by the term. It is very true, that, early in life, even in the days of my boyhood, I contributed my mite to shake off the There was an "inauguration ball" in the even-yoke of tyranny, and to build up the fabric of free ing--a very splendid affair, and very numerously at- government. And when lately our country was intended. Among those present were the president and volved in war, bearing then the commission of mavice president, the ex-president, Mr. Monroe, anum-jor general of militia in Tennessee, I made an apber of the foreign ministers, with many of our own civil, military and naval officers.

Letter from General Jackson.

TO THE EDITOR OF THE N. Y. NATIONAL ADVOCATE.

SIR-The following letter was received by me, a few days since, and, although a private cominunication, and not intended for the public eye, yet it contains so just an exposition of the enlightened views

peal to the patriotism of the citizens of the west, when 3000 went with me to the field to support her eagles. If this constitutes me a "military chieftain," I am one. Aided by the patriotism of the western people and an indulgent Providence, it was my good fortune to protect our frontier border from the savages, and successfully to defend an important and vulnerable point of our union. Our lives were risked, privations endured, and sacrifices made-and, if Mr. Clay pleases, martial law declared-not with any view of personal

aggrandizement, but for the preservation of all and every thing that was dear and valuable-the honor, the safety and glory of our country! Does this constitute the character of "a military chieftain?" And are all our brave men in war, who go forth to defend their rights and the rights of the country, to be termed "military chieftains," and denounced therefor? If so, the tendency of such a doctrine may be, to arrest the ardor of useful and brave men in future times of need and peril; with me it will make no difference; for, my country at war, I would aid, assist and defend her, let the consequences to myself be what they might.

Demagogues, I am persuaded, have, in times past, done more injury to the cause of freedom, and the rights of man, than ever did a military chieftain, and in our country, at least, in times of peace, should be much more feared. I have seen something of this in my march through life: and have seen some men too, making the boldest professions, who were more influenced by selfish views and considerations, than ever they were by the workings of an honest conscience.

I became a soldier for the good of my country; difficulties met me at every step, but I thank God, it was my good fortune to surmount them.

I have, as you very well know, been charged, by The war over, and peace restored, I retired to my some of the designing politicians of this country, with farm to private life, where, but for the call I received taking bold and high-handed measures? but, as they to the senate of the union, I should have contentedly were not designed for any benefit to myself, I should remained. I have never sought oflice or power, nor not, under similar circumstances, refrain from a have I ever been willing to hold any post longer than course equally bold. That man, who, in times of I could be useful to my country, not myself, and I difficulty and danger, shall halt at any course neces-trust I never shall. If these things make me one, I am sary to maintain the rights and privileges, and inde-"a military chieftain."

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(Signed)

AND'W JACKSON.

To Sam'l Swartwout, New York.

pendence of his country, is unsuited to authority. And 1 am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, if these opinions and sentiments shall entitle me to the name and character of a "military cheiftain,' am content so to be considered-satisfied too, that Mr. Clay, if he pleases, shall give that as the reason, to the citizens of the west, why, in his opinion, I merited neither his nor their confidence.

Mr. Clay has never yet risked himself for his country. He has never sacrificed his repose, nor made an effort to repel an invading foe; of course, "his conscience" assured him it was altogether wrong in any other man to lead his countrymen to battle and victory. He who fights, and fights successfully, must, according to his standard, be held up as a "military chieftain." Even Washington, could he appear again among us, might be so considered, because he dared to be a virtuous and successful soldier-a correct man, and an honest statesman. It is only when overtaken by disaster and defeat, that any man is to be considered a safe politician and a correct states

man.

Mr. Kremer's Address.

FROM THE WASHINGTON GAZETTE.

To the electors of the ninth congressional district of the state of Pennsylvania.

I

You are fully aware, fellow-citizens, of the occurrence which took place in the house of representatives, relative to certain charges against Mr. Clay, contained in a letter of mine which was published in the Columbian Observer, of Philadelphia. I need not repeat the reasons which finally induced me to decline submitting to the jurisdiction of a committee of the house of representatives, and of my preference to appeal, through you, to the great tribunal of public opinion. I now propose to redeem the pledge I have heretofore made, by establishing the truth of the allegations, contained in my letter, Defeat might, to be sure, have brought with it one against Henry Clay. And while, on the one hand, benefit, it might have enabled me to escape the no- feel a deep sense of the responsibility under which tice and animadversions of Mr. Clay; but considering I act, I cannot but feel, at the same time, prothat, by an opposite result, my country has been foundly impressed with gratitude to an over-ruling somewhat benefited, I rather prefer it, even with the Providence, that it has fallen to my lot to be the opprobrium and censure which he seems disposed to humble instrument of exposing to the view of an inextend towards me. To him, thank God, I am injured people, one of the most daring and dangerous no wise responsible. There is a purer tribunal to conspiracies against their rights and liberties that which I would, in preference, refer myself. To the has ever been attempted since the foundation of this judgment of an enlightened, patriotic and uncor-government. rupted people. To that tribunal I would rather ap- That you may the more distinctly perceive the peal, whence is derived whatever of reputation grounds upon which I proceeded in making up the either he or I may possess. By a reference there it opinion I expressed in the letter which appeared in will be ascertained that I did not solicit the office of the Columbian Observer, and which subsequent president; it was the frank and flattering call of the events have strengthened and confirmed, I will give freemen of this country, not mine, which placed my you a view of the actual position which Mr. Clay ocname before the nation. When they failed in their cupied in the presidential contest, in reference both colleges to make a choice, no one beheld me seeking, to his principles and personal predilection; and a through art or management, to entice any represen-brief history of his deportment here, from the meettative in congress, from a conscientious responsibility ing of congress until he published his determination to his own, or the wishes of his constituents. No to support John Quincy Adams. And I will here midnight taper burnt by me; no secret conclaves take occasion to premise, that no person can reawere held, nor cabals entered into to persuade any one to a violation of pledges given, or of instructions received. By me, no plans were concerted to impair the pure principles of our republican institutions, nor to prostrate that fundamental maxim which maintains the supremacy of the people's will. On the contrary, having never in any manner, either before the people or congress, interferred, in the slightest degree, with the question, my conscience stands void of offence, and will go quietly with me, regardless of the insinuations of those who, through management, may seek an influence not sanctioned by integrity and merit.

sonably complain of the harshness or severity of the sentence of condemnation that shall be awarded against him by his own avowed and acknowledged principles; and yet such, you will perceive, is the foundation of the judgment you are called upon to pronounce against Mr. Clay. You may say to him, with strict propriety, "out of thine own mouth will I condemn thee."

It is a political fact, and of general notoriety, that Mr. Clay has uniformly and invariably recognized, ever since he commenced his course in congress, as a fundamental principle, the right of the people to instruct their representatives, aud the correspond

tradict them-a hundred witnesses would rise up to confront him if he should-his own "conscience," that flexible and delusive guide, which he "interrogates," on all great occasions, even that would confront him.

ing obligation of the representative to obey; not only was to sacrifice the interests of the western states to the instructions, but the known will of his constitu- the eastern fishing privileges. In addition to all this, ents, however ascertained. In a speech which he deli-Mr. Clay's pretended friends here, and those, too. vered, in the year 1817, on the proposition to repeal who have since joined him in voting for Mr. Adams, the celebrated compensation law, he used the follow- had admitted, that, in canvassing for Mr. Clay being words: "I care not how I ascertain the will of my fore the people of Kentucky, they had urged the ar"constituents, or what is the evidence of it; it is gument, that, if Mr. Clay was not presented to con"sufficient for me that I know it. In all questions gress, as one of the three from whom a choice of expediency, that will is the rule of my conduct." should be made, Adams would certainly be elected. Such is the principle to which Mr. Clay declares his Thus holding up Mr. Adams as the most odious of all allegiance. It remains to be inquired, whether he the candidates, a sort of bug-bear, to frighten the has not violated that allegiance. As soon as it be-people into the support of Mr. Clay. All these facts came doubtful whether Mr. Clay would be returned are well known, and I challenge Mr. Clay to con to the house of representatives, as one of the three highest candidates for the presidency, the inquiry naturally arose, who was the second choice of those western states that had given him their electoral votes? Upon this question, I believe, there was no difference of opinion-all admitted that Jackson In determining to support Mr. Adams, Mr. Clay would be preferred to either of the other candi-not only abandoned his constituents, and violated dates, by an overwhelmning majority. As to Ken- those fundamental principles by which he had adtucky, especially, there was no semblance of a doubt mitted himself to be bound to them, but he threw expressed. The gentlemen from that state admitted the whole weight of his influence in favor of the man that, in a contest with Mr. Adams before the people, denounced by him as peculiarly hostile to the integeneral Jackson would receive ten votes to his one. rest of the west, and of whose pretensions to the presiIn confirmation of this opinion, the legislature of dency he had spoken, in all places and upon all occathat state, by a vote almost seven to one, had passed sions, in language of contempt. resolutions instructing their representatives in con- Having thus shown the position occupied by Mr. gress, to vote for general Jackson. Those who op- Clay, in the presidential election, as regards both posed these resolutions in the Kentucky legislature, his avowed political principles and his avowed poacted upon the avowed ground, that the opinion of the litical antipathies, I shall proceed to give you a people of Kentucky was so notoriously in favor of brief history of his deportment here since the meetgeneral Jackson, that such instructions were un-ing of congress-so far as that deportment is calcu necessary; and that it was a reflection on the prin-lated to explain the transaction, which is the subciples and integrity of their members here to sup-ject of this communication. But here let me prepose, for a moment, that they would vote against mise, that candor and openness had marked, in a peculiar manner, the character and deportment of the All accounts concurred, and still concur, in estab-members from the west-and none more so than Mr. lishing this to be the general sentiment of the west-Clay.

them.

ern states. Neither Mr. Clay nor his friends have Upon this occasion, however, he enveloped himventured to deny it: the fact is incontrovertable. self in profound mystery from the beginning of the What, then, is the position which Mr. Clay occupied, session until the 24th of January, when, all at once, in the presidential contest, in reference to his avow-it was announced that five western states had de ed principles? He was a representative from Ken-termined to vote for Mr. Adams, and that he would tucky, and constitutionally bound, by principle, to be elected and Mr. Clay be secretary of state. The vote in conformity with the will of his constituents; question naturally suggested itself, Why this strange and yet, knowing that the wishes, not only of his own reserve and mystery on the part of Mr. Clay? The constituents, but of almost all those who supported presidential election had been long before the nation him in the west, were in favor of general Jackson, the three prominent candidates had been as long and in a peculiar manner against Mr. Adams, he known to him-the state of public opinion in rela pursued a course in direct opposition to those wishes. tion to them was also known to him. What then He sinned against light and knowledge, and stands was it that he desired further to know, before he self-condemned by his own principles. He has not made up his opinion as to the course he should puronly violated what I believe, but what he has so-sue? The very fact of his holding back his opinion, lemnly admitted, to be the principles of the constitu- when it was evident that so much depended upon his tion and the rights of the people. But what was the course, gave just ground to suspect that he was waitposition he occupied as regards his personal predilec-ing to see whether he could not make some political tions? It is notorious, that, through the whole of arrangements that would serve to promote his prethe canvass for the presidency, until some time after the meeting of congress, Mr. Clay assumed a position of peculiar and decided hostility to the election of Mr. Adams. For the last eight years he had spoken of him, not only in terms of disrespect, but even of contempt and ridicule. At the commencement of Mr. Monroe's administration, he had fixed an envious eye upon the state department, as is believed and known by many, then in public life: That appointment, however, could not be obtained; but the department of war was offered to him, which he declined accepting, and has frequently given, as a reason for so doing, that he could not serve under an apostate federalist.

In the course of the canvass, pamphlets and essays, of great labor and ability, have been published by his friends in Kentucky, with a view to expose the conduct of Mr. Adams in the negotiations at Ghent, and to prove the tendency of that conduct

sent and future elevation. But the conduct pursued by Mr. Clay, in relation to his friends, was still more strongly calculated to create this unfavorable impression as to his motives.

It was known that some of those friends, who afterwards voted for Adams, when they first came to Washington, yielding to the will of their constituents, and the natural inclination of their own minds, had declared they would vote for gen. Jackson, in preference to Mr. Adams. It was also circulated, and will not be denied, that Mr. Clay had put a check upon this disposition of his friends to come out frankly with their sentiments, and prevailed upon such of them, as he could control, (those who finally voted for Adams), to remain uncommitted. What, I ask, could have been the motive of Mr. Clay, in persuading his friends to remain uncommitted? Without the disclosures which time has since made, was it not natural that such conduct should excite strong sus▾

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