The New York Herald Newspaper, June 25, 1845, Page 2

The Grand Funeral Obsequies of General Jackson—The Order of Procession—Inci. dents and Procecdings throughout the Route—Every Honor to the Memory of the Brave, The very heavens appeared to smile on the endea- vors of the residents of this city to do honor to him * who has recently gone “ To that bourne from whence no traveller returns.” The weather, which for the two previous days was somewhat unfavorable, cleared up at daylight yesterday morning. The genial showers of the Previous day and night made the atmosphere coo! and refreshing, and Preventing dust to any great ex- tent. The morn was ushered in by the discharge of a piece of ordnance from the Battery, which was responded to by another on the Brooklyn Heights. These were continued at intervals throughout the Morning. About eleven o'clock the troops ordered on duty assembled on the Battery. They consisted of the whole of the force mentioned in the pro- gramme. The field was kept by the troops of the German Legion, while the United States troops went through their exercise. About twelve o’clock these were joined by differ- rent compuinies from Brooklyn, Jersey, Wil- liamsburg, and the parts adjacent; in the whole it wns said, amounting to 10,000. Atthis time a dis- charge of minute guns were given, corresponding with theage of the deceased—78. About one o'clock, when the word wag given to fall in, we never saw such a mass of persons assembled together before— the whole creation might have been emptied upon the spot—men,evomen and children, of all colors, grade and character. Tosuch an extent was the Space covered with spectators, that it was with some difficulty that the troops could form in line to march to the Park. This, after some little delay, was ac- complished, and upon Teaching the last named spot, the troops took up their several positions in front and around the City Hall. Here the mass was great- er than ever, and some regret was expressed at the absence of Ex-Mayor Harper’s tin cans around the fountain, for the sun was excessively warw at this time, but there wasa pretty good supply of ice water provided by different parties, which at the reasona- ble charge of two and three cents a glass,was boun- tifully supplied, and a good business was done. The refreshments in the City Hall were supplied by Mr. Joseph Murphy, consisting of punch of every description, lemonade, crackers and cheese, sand- wiches, &c. in abundanee, of the very best quality— in the Court of Common Pleas, Board of Assistant Aldermen, Council Chamber, and Governor’s room. These were amply enjoyed ‘by a great number of ladies, invited guests, naval and military officers, and the different corporate authorities, and all were loud in praise of the quality and quantity, which were supplied both at the beginning and end of the proccedings. i First Drvision. _ A few minutes after two o'clock, the city authori- ties made their appearance in front of the bat Hall, when the discharge of three pieces of ordnance announced the movement of the procession. The German Legion troop of horse formed the advanced guard, in open rank three deep, in the rear of which was Gen. G. Hopkina, accompanied by some six or agit special aids ; these were brought up by Col. J. D. Stevenson. These were succeeded by the troops as mentioned in the prouramune under the command of Major General ( y. Sandford, and other officers. ‘The troops having fallen in, the cor- porate body took up their position, and the proces- sion moved oft. The troops as they proceeded,were much admired, particularly the huzzar troop under the command of Capt. Marx. ‘Their gay uniform caught the eye, and- elicited the approbation of many a fair looker on. ‘The Union Ritle Company, under the command of Capt. Parker, was ue mired ; a finer and better disciplined corps were not present on the occasion. The fourth, fifth and sixth Hi took upthe line of march twelve deep, led by the American Brass Band. The ninth regi- ment was nine deep, The martial appearance of the German Fusieers, ten abreast, had a very impo- Bing appearance. The first division consis- ted entirely of military. Jt would have done John Bul} and his admirers good to have seen this muster of our citizen soldiers. The two Scottish companies attracted considerable aitention, led by some five or six Highland pipers, in full costume, and added much tothe enlivement of the scene. ‘These were a fine brawny set of men, and did honor to “ Auld Scotia,” in action and equipment. The German Rifle Com- pany never mustered stronger, nor looked better— they Srpained legion in themselves. These were cet tise Jelforeon mn. . Tear of irst division was brought by a body of Dragoons five abreast. <<? : conD Drvision. This division was-led by Major Striker and Geo. G. Hopkins, Ei Grand Marshal. The New York lowed, and discoursed some beautiful solemn music. Then followed some twenty-five open Curriages, in which were the officiating clergyman, orator of the day, Ex-President Van Buren, and others according to the programme;Gen.Scott head- ed the U. S. troops, seven companies of gg and one company of mounted horse artillery. These were followed by about thirty naval veterans in uni- orm. The Urn, covered with crape, was drawn by four beautiful horses, led by able bodied color- s on of ae la Turk, ri the Urn were the mes of it n, Hamilton, Lafayette, Harri- son and Jackson? This was follows by a fine Fry, charger caparisoned, over which was thrown lack crape, and led by two other colored men, dressed as the previous. re Was some inquiry as to the at these col one ould tell. "the Urn and chee bs ells pied 3 the right and eae ioned.. etachment 8. guard of honor. These were followed by eyo ors of New York and lyn ; the authorities of Jersey City and Newark 3 followed by the Common General G. H. » aids to the rass Band fol- Councils of t ces as mourners. The Coun- cil of this city bore their wands of office coverad with crape division was closed by the Wash- ington Greys of J City, the authorities, clergy, Civic socieyes, and oii . Ia the i Vision thet® could not be fewer than 6, vantbes Serer i Guard, a fine body of — each y Turrp Division. Now came the Third Division, with Gen. Wm. L. Morris, and Benjamin S. Hart, Esq., as aids to the Grand Marshal. . “The Senate and House of Assembly” of the State, were in full attendance, and presented an imposing appearance. There was also a fair repre- sentation of the “ Members of the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States.” The mem- bers of the * Society of the Cincinnati,” composed of venereble and highly esteemed citizens, wer out in full strength, as mourners on the occasion, A few “ Revolutiona: soldiers,” in carriages were next in order—old men with wounds an scars—deep turrows on their care-worn brow, and the silent tear coursing their manly cheeks, at the thought of him who was, also, a soldier and a war- rior—a nations benefactor, and greatest ornament and pride. . “The Grand Lodge of the State of New York,” in full dress of the order, attracted considerable at- tention. ‘The ex-Mayors, ex-Aldermen, and ex-Assistants, of the cities of New York and’ Brooklyn, were all present in de of Der :3 The Heads of partments of the City Govern- ment were all in attendance. The Consul Generals and Vice Consuls tor the Governments of England, France. Belgium, Bava- riag Holland, Portugal, Saxony, Nassau, Sweden, and Norway, in the Court dresses of their Tespec- tive governments, now followed in splendid carria- es. Their a pearance attracted the attertion of the Indies on the balconies, who waved their hand- kerchiefs in token of their admiration. m The soldier-like appearance and magnificent uniform of the City Cus rd, commanded by Capt. McArdle, and accompanied by Kendall's celebrated Brass Band, were loudly cheered by the vast throng, who found it impossible to restrain their feelings, even on this solemn occasion. ¥ ofthe United States, State and City Courts, were an imposing and respectable body, cluiming universal attention and respect. They were attended by the learned and honorable mem- bers of the Bar.” Among them we noticed old and time honored veterans, whose legal honors hung thick upon em, and whom we hope may live and wear thém long. The Sheriff of the City and County of New York, and under Sheriff and Deputies with their Staves of Office, dressed in mourning, presented a formidable and fineappearance. Next came the Police Ma- strates and Officers with their Staves of Office, and e pepest, County Clerk and Coroner. The Collector, Naval Officer, and Surveyor of the Port, accompanied by civil officers of the United States and State of New York, were also here. The President, Faculty, Trustees, and Students of Columbia College, seemed willing, by their nu- merous attendance, to show their patriotism and respect for the triend of learning. A small attend-. ance of the medical faculty, however, was observa- ble. Those present were headed byaDr. Porter, of the Third Ward. The “ American Art Union,” “American Academy of Design “Chamber of Commerce,” and “ Board of Trade,” all furnished members for the procession. ‘ Fourtn Division, Next came the Fourth Division, with Major: Gen. F. Pentz, and Major G. H. Striker, jun., a8 aids to the Grand Marshal. _ 5 This division consisted ot the Fire Department of the City of New York, and Exempt Firemen, and ‘was, perhaps, the largest in the procession. They were all stalwart manly looking fellows, several thousand strong. On their stern and honest faces, courage, bravery, intrepidity and fearlessness were stamped in indelible characters. These are the men who protect our firesides and our homes from the devastating and destroying element ; who brave all danyer, regardless of their own lives, to save the lives of the unfortunate,.and none were more wor- thy and deserving of a place ina procession which mourned the loss of him who was ever ready in the hour of peril and of ‘need, to protect and defend his cowtry and his country’s honor from the ruthless hands of foe and pate MirrH Drviston. Now came the Pifth Division, with Hon. Isaac L. Varian and Major Robert B. Boyd, os aids to the Grand Marshal The venerable society of “Tam- many,or Columbian Order,” with banners represent- ing the thirteen old States of the confederacy with the dashing and efficient corps of the “Independant Tompkin’s Blues” for an escort, won the praises of all beholders. The “Democratic Republican General Committee” and the “Democratic Young Men’s Ge nerat Committee,” accompanied by ward eommit- tees and citizens with appropriate banners, also pre- senied an imposing appearance, Next came the celebrated “Empire Club,” with Capt. Isiah Rynders at their head, and a splendid band of music, follow- ed hy the magni it banner on which were the rtraits of Wushington, Jackson, Jefferson, and ‘an Buren, and the pees ear and tomb drawn by four elegant horses, dressed , and on 4 e sed in mournii which the simple inseription, “ Jackson” appeared. Re Sixta Division, ye This Division commenced with Societies of the Odd ers 5 ae ena bp tey eons. *h lodge bearing their badges ot office. jongst which, were, the Merchants’, Mechanics’, Rich- mond, Fidelity, Jefferson, a Mount Vernon; Commercial, Empire, Mutual, incock, United Brothers, and upwards of one hundred others. The Merchants’ Lodge, which was commanded by Lieut. Colonel Crasto and O. W. FitzRandolph, aids to the fle Marshal, headed the whole group of the ixth Division; the rear being brought up by the “Grand ees .” Each member wore a white searl, trimmed. with scarlet, to which was attached the portrait of General Jackson, trimmed round, in rosette style, with crape. The next in order were the ‘ag bearers, bearing inscriptions connected with the societies ; after which came their officers and chairmen, bearing their staves and other insig- nia of office, tied in owe shape with cra Several of the members carried a large Bible, placed before them, and bound in crape; also, together, with other matter connected with their body. They marched six ubreast, and kept together well. Several of the lodges had bands attached to them, which now and then played the funeral dirge, with great solemnity. Ae ent Drviston. Tiis Division was headed by the Brooklyn Life Guards, and under the command of Captain C. H. Pearson, as an escort. Genl, Robert Nicholls, Grand Marshal, having as Aids Alexander Bergen, J. W. King, N. D. Morgan, E. W. Fiske, R. R. Pevin and Samuel Engle, Exqui which were the Williamsbur; rtillery,” the Ui Blues ” and “Co- followed “Jainaica Volunteers,” “Union % Rifles”; after pge oh followed the Brook- umbian m Fire scores, ine fo gta $ order, viz :— d “Clinton,” «1 mpire,” “Wash ingtn,” “Engle” Fackson” "This i any ated a ‘Bier trimmed with page which, stood a bust, the portrait of the late General Jackson. This Bier was borne by four men dressed in scarlet jackets and dark. pantaloons—the other Companies bore the flags and torches, headed by their Engineers, carrying their trumpets, all of which, were very tastefully trimmed with’ crape. About four o’clock, this division formed into line, and alter passing through the prescribed route, from the City Hall, entered at the end of East Broad- way, on the limits of Grand street. The crowd of thousands here met them, and though most excellent order was observed, it was with dif- ficulty the procession moved forward. Trees, bal- conies, roofs of houses, windows, and in fact every corner where human form could be jammed, was one living mass of people, the motion of which might well be compared to the moving billows. Business at. this part of the town was quite sus- pended, and the shops were closed. 'rom_ the infant in the mother’s arms, to the d and infirm, was every where to be seen. Windows were com- etplely gutted of their frames, and platforms erected on every floor, like stairsteps, to afford those who were in the rear achance or opportunity of getting a glimpse at the solemn thousands. Mourning dra- pery hung in numerous shapes from the windows in all directions, to the trees or other supports in front of the houses. We must remark, the military, with- out exception, wore a rosette of crape on the left arm, and many of them, especially their officers and non-commissioned officers, the portrait of the de- parted hero on their left breast. The heat of the sun in Grand street had a powerful effect on the men on account of their heavy accoutrements, and the water might be seen rolling down their faces as la as peas. Along the line, were a number of men and boys with buckets of wa- ter, serving out to the procession, some for payment, some without price. As soon as the Seventh Division arrived at Eldridge street, there was a halt for about five minutes, which gave us a little time to ruminate on the scene which everywhere presented iteelf; and on looking round, in the direction of where we imagined the market-house ought to be, for some moments we were lost in reverie as to its location ; but on furtherscrutiny observed it ata short distance. The cupola, roof, walls, windows, balcony, were so crammed with the men, women and children, that any one who ever saw a swarm of bees on the out- side of a hive, would not have the slightest hesita- tion in at once forming a comparison between them. Several flags and other sae floated silently and Panes the breeze, whilg in the twmkling of an eye the commanding officer, in a voice like thun- der, which echoed through the ranks, ordered the military again to stand to their arms; and in a mo- ment all was bustle, and again they were on their solitary march, and in a few seconds on the limits of the Bowery, in order to proceed on their further route. . »... . Eieuta Diviston. ‘ This division did not number so many societies as we were led to expect from the programme, but those that were on the ground were numerously at- tended, and their banners most tastefully arranged with crape and the various insignia of mourning.— They were marshaled by Col. I. C. Morris and E. Shortil, Esq. The first society was the “ Italian Benevolent Society,” bearing their ban- ner representing the landing of Columbus. After them [ollowed the “Hibernian United Benevolent Society,” with ae depictin, he ae scene, pets one of ashin mn, and a gilt harp wreathed wit! crape— there wee upwards of two hundred members walk- ing. the Shamrock Benevolent Society” seared next—one of the most prominent of their banners was a lary green one edged with gold fringe, and bearing the motto “ Justice toIreland.” This soci- ety also numbered about two hundred. “*The Hibernian Benevolent Society” next fol- lowed, and tumed out quite strong, there beidg up- wards of five hundred members, they were most tastefully decorated with green’ scarfs, and their beautiful banners all were embiematical of the char- acter of the society. The visits to the sick and the consolation and assistance to survivors being all de- picted. These banners, like those of the other so- cieties, were hung in mourning. “The American Institute."—The members of this institute followed in_ carriages, but there were but few, and with them closed th division. Nita Drvis Tius division was under th Grant and G. B. King, Esq... The numbers here also was somewhat diminished ; the first that led oif was the Journeymen Tailors’ United Benevo- lenty Societies,” which mustered a large force. Their banners contained the appropriate motto of “Ye were naked, and we clothed you "and several other minor banners. The various literary associa- tions, ‘The New York Society of Literature,” “Mercantile ig A Association,” “ American Society of Yousg Men,” “New'York Metropoli- tan iation,” “ New York Society of Letters,” shipmasters and mates of vessels in port; all made @ most imposing appearance with their appropriate banners. In the part of the city where we ob- served the passage of the procession, some of the societies had en off from the plan laid down in the programme, but this was owing we believe to the fuct that from the intense heat of the sun, several ot them were obliged to withdraw at Thir- teenth street. able charge of Col. Tenrn Division. So early as eleven o’clock, this Division began to assemble, at their place of rendezvous, Centre et. The Division was aed under command of Col’s. Philbrick and Hough, Aids to the Grand Marshal. The “Ironsides Association,” with Mr. Andrew Thompson in charge, took the lend ; and took up its position immediately in front of Chambers-street, down Centre. This Society is certainly a fine look- ing body of men ; but, in Niel of numbers cannot be compared with many of the Civic Associations, at present in existence. We have been assured that the “fronsides” wall, ere long, have acquired a vast accession of strength ; and the Association bids fair to rival many of our most distinguished civic bodies. We “ Fourth Ward Jefferson Association.”—Mr. Jas. Hagan, at the head of this Association, followed pe aA oper. | rogepmny assembled in fall strength wit areopdate anners, looked a very respectable be men. ang Polk-Wright Association.—This is a new Asso- ciation,established abouta year, and, in consideration of its standing, made a most respectable muster, The Banner of the Society, bearing an appropriate device, and was made expressly for the occasion, was hung in deep mourning. The Painting is beautifully executed upon a white silk ground, and the flag, tastefully en- inarich crape festooning, velo agood 5 Mr. J ott, rted by Mr. J.-D. R. Put- man, fed er the aotarre rer, Took their place in the epatonder in the celebration, such ag was as igned them The “German Democratic Association” follow- ed—a fine body of men ; but rather a small muster. The ‘“‘Shiffler Club” next followed; and were succeeded by the “City Watch,” headed by their Grand Marshal (Miller) and contrary to the order in the programme, such as was assigned them. This Division, not until long after two o’clock, proceeded to take their place in the procession. ome. as, Bueventa Division. This Division assembled ut about 12 o'clock, at their place of rendezvous, Centre and Franklin Streets. The.“ Journeymen Stone Cutters of New York and Brooklyn” in full force, led off this Division, headed by Mr. Mullen, and a fine begs of men they appeared to be. Their banners were beautifully ex- ecuted, and were hung with crape. apes The “Journeymen Granite Cutters Association” next followed, under Messrs. Michael Paige and Jeremiah Leroney. The ruddy, healthful appear- ance of this fine apd of men, bears sufficient indication of the healthfulness of their calling. The entire body consists, generally speaking, of stout “Hibernians.” The “Operative Masons”—a good muster—suc- ceeded them. é . They were followed by the “Laborer’s Union So- ciety,” under Mr. John O’Leary. This is anew body, not very long formed, and mustered in good strength. They took a most respectable stand in the procession ; all young looking men. The “New York Benevolent iety of Operative Masons” succeeded them in order. ‘ They were followed by the “Benevolent Some of Operative Tailors.” Like most of the crait in this city, this body made a very respectable ap- pearance. : The ‘“Cordwainers of the City of New York” next followed. A fine orderly, steady, and well drilled body, which mustered in fullforce ; and made a fine appearance. This Association is well orga- nized under intelligent officers, who have framed @ constitution and bye laws for the government of the Society. Their banners bore appropriate de- vices; and they made a fine appearance in the pro- cession. baal They were followed by the ‘Bookbinders of New York,” who formed the wind up of the 11th Division, and proceeded a little before three o’clock, to take the place assigned them in the procession. : Twevrru Division. . Major Thomas K. Kellinger,Captain C. 8. Storms, aids to the Grand Marshal, took command of this division. Long before the hour appointed, several of the societies had taken re their position at the place of rendezvous in Franklin street, fronting on Centre street. First came the “ Ancient Order of Odd Fellows,” headed by John Pickford, Right Worshipful Grand Master. These were indee: fine respectable -body of men, about five hundred strong, in full regalia, which made a beautiful and mposing appearance. Their banners were nume- rous and beautiful, and reflect great credit upon the society. Following these came The “Perseverance Lodge,” No. 3,613, 1. O. of O, F.—Jesse Jackson, Grand Marshal. Here, in- deed, we have as fine a set of men as we could de- sire to see ina civic society. About 300 men in full regalia, with several beautiful banners, and were preceded by a splendid band of music. They attracted quite a crowd, who were yery numerous, and almost completely blocked up every street in the vicinity of the plaee of rendezvous. Pes Indepestns Order of Bechabites.”—New York District No. Vaan Tents, 1 to 37—Wm. Jay Has- ket Grand Marshal. These turned out in great forms ens hoe fifteen hundred. — eet ioc in ia, with appropriate. mourning badges. ‘They are a fine and respectable looking set of men. The banners of this iety were very large and beautiful wite very appropriate devices. “Pioneer Temple No. 1 House Carpenters’ Pro- tective Association,” Benjamin Price, Marshal.— These were an able and athletic force, and turned out very repectable. ‘Their turnout was a very large one, and as respectable as:any we witnessed in this great procession. ‘The butchers and cartmen, spoken of in the programme, had not come in up to the time of starting. Tmrreena Division John Colgan, Esq. and Captain H. M. Graham, Aids to the Grand Marshal, took command of this division, At about 12 o'clock, the “New York PilotsAssociation.” were at their place of rendezvous in City Hall Place, fronting on Chamber street These are a fine respectable lot of men, numberin, about two hundred, and seem to be the right sort of men to govern themselves, as we observed a devise on one of their banners, which was ‘The People, the only competent Pilots to govern the Nation.— Following these came the “ New York Waterman’s Society,” five abreast, with a goodly host of their cralt. “We were about to make an estimate when We were arrested in our observations by the tramp of horses and a flourish of trumpets, when lo! there appeared our ‘‘ City Watchmen,” who came march- ing along six abreast; here we indeed did see the mighty legion of our devoted city ; they tured out en masse, about one thousand ; they wore appropri- ate badges, and had several ine banners; we must say that the Watch have done their duty to-day, and hope that they will be equally as desirous to show their strength hereafter when required. Next came the “Citizens and Associations” of the Tenth Ward, a host in themselves, with band playing and banners waiving in every direction along their line. Next came “The Sons of Herman,” a German society, mourning in common with their fellow-citizens in the loss ‘of the “ Old Hero,” whom they were prais- ing and regretting in ps4 national style. They had a fine band of music, and several beautiful banners. There were about500 of these good adopted citizens engaged in paying the last tribute to the memory of our departed Chief. The other societies men- tioned in the programme had not arrived at the time appointed, and the above formed in line at 1 o’clock. Tue Oration. Shortly after seven o’clock, the Hon. B. F. Bur- Lek mounted the platform, and after silence had been obtained, commenced as follows :— Mournful but pleasant, Friends and Fellow Citizens, 1s the service in which we are engaged. Axonnw Jac- sox, upon whose bed ef sickness and suffering, have been so'intently fixed the filial and solicitous regards of the millions of America, is no more. His great cended to its Author ; hit venerable form has grave. To that crave; with swelling hearts eyes, & sad funeral rites, ation in repeney. ave come to it to-day. Whil linger within its sacred precincts, the praises of the Hero we reveren- cod the Mi ‘we honored, and the Man we loved, rise j sly to our lips. To their free utterance, af. fection prompté, duty enjoins, Nature compels us. is fitting, it is right, that such tributes shouldbe 2 those, whe in Council or in Camp, hi advanced the slory of their Country, and the welfare of thei: is 1. The homage thus bestowed is at least disin- ‘erosted. ~~ For the dead who are ite ohjects, insensi. in Open Carriages, ble alike to praise and to blame, can make no return to the living who proffer it. It exerts a humanizing influ- ence on the universal heart ; it promotes the formation of atrue national character; it softens the asperities of party ; it incites to a virtuous emulation. Next, in puri- ty and meetness, to the thanksgiving hich we owe the God who gave, and guided, and sustained them, is the feeling of grateful reverence we should ever cherish towards those who are the instruments of His goodness. ‘Te the claims of our great men, of every age and time, of every sect and party let us then be faithful. Let History transmit to other generations, the story of their lives; let the canvass and the marble perpetuate the image of their forms; let poetry and music breathe forth their names ia hymns and harmonies ; let the uni- ted voice of their countrymen echo their praises to the remotest shores—so that wherever an American footste shalltread, or the lover of American any be found, there, too, the memory of their greatness shall abide— a beauty and an excellence—the joy of all the Earth! The facts and incidents which belong to the romantic and eventful life of Andrew Jackson are too numerousto al- low me, on the present occasion, to attempt any extend- ed biographical sketch. After a brief notice of his early life, I shall, therefore, confine myself to a general view of such portions of his more active career, as seem to mu best calculated to illustrate the prominent features of his character, and his more important services to his country. He was the son of respectable parents, belonging to the most hardy, virtuous and use- ful of all orders of society—the great middle class. His parents, as is well known, were natives of lreland,though some of their ancestors were originally from Scotlai.d. ‘Th sy emigrated to South Carolina in 1765. He was born at the Waxaw settlement, in that State,on the 15th of March, 1767 ; he died on euuday the 8th day of the pre- sont month, having been spared to the good old age of more than 78 years, retaining to the last, ina remarkable degree, his extraordinary intellectual powers, his ardent affections, and his deep interest in the happiness of his friends and the welfare of his country. The pe- culiarities of his character are in oe, with his extraction. The martyr blood of Scotland, blended with that of the Emerald Isle, and modified by the resi- dence of his ancestors in her genial clime, coursed in his veins ; and no man, probably, ever lived, who united, in a higher deg. ee, the tirmne perseverance of the one race with the quick and ardent temperament of the oth Deprived, soon after his birth, of his father ; his brother siain during the war of the revolution, by British troops, himself compelled by the approwch of the enemy, to abandon at the age of fourteen, the academy at which hé had been placed ; freely offering himself with his sole surviving brother, to the military service of his country; ‘both soon after captured by the enemy ; both assaulte: and wounded because scorning to submit to personal in- dignity ; the other of the two brothers dying of the wound thus received ; his mother soon after pressed by fatigne and grief into an untimely grave ; was ever an ardent and susceptible youth piscea in circumstances more like- ly to make adeep and lasting impression on his charac- ter? ‘The child,” (to use the words of a great poct of ‘our own times) “the child is father ofthe man.” And when we consider the baptism of blood by which Andrew Jackson. in the spring time of his youth, was dedicated to tho service of his country, can we wonder at the undying faithfulness, or the burning zeal, with which, from youth toage, he presented himself a living sacrifice at her altar? Passing over the intermediate space, we find him, at the age of twenty-one, established in the practice of the law, in what was then one of the back settl sof North Carolina. It was a region of restless a of stirring interest, of wild adventure. The scanty population, thinly scattered over an extensive territory, was con: stantly exposed to the inroads of powerful tribes of In- dians still the occupants of its primeval forests. They had been subjugated, during the war of the Revolution, by the American arms, but were ever ready, when occa: sion tempted, to surprise the incautious traveller, and to cut off the unprotected family. In the borderconflicts which grew out of this condition of the territory, Jackson renewed the instructions in the drill and muster which he received in boyhood, and added tothem lessons in the warfare of the Indians, both destined to be afterwards employed on a wider theatre and for in- finitely greater ends. Intestine feuds also distract- ed the inhabitants; many of their number were rude in manners, and some of them reckiess in char- acter; the collection of debts, by force of law, was a task of difficulty and of danger, and the lawyer who un- dortook it needed eorie of body as well as of intellect, firmness of nerve as well as of puryore, vigor of arm as well as of understanding. Jackson, bringing with him an unsullied reputation, was immediately employed in cases of this sort; and he entered on the discharge of his pro- fessional duties with the same promptitude and energy, so often displayed by him in matters of higher and more extended ‘interest. In these, and other professional ef- forts of the like nature, he is beset by opposition, and and embroiled in collisions, which might have proved fatal to one less honest und courageous; but his manly bearing and his inflexible pursuit of justice, in des pite ol every impediment, establish his reputation ; and professional success is the necessary consequence. Another result is, that he becomes universally known as one of the first citizens, in point of character and influ- ence, of the young community, now rapidly increasing in numbers, and about to be organized, with the consent and by the cession of North Carolina, asa Territory of the United States. This event takes place in 1790, and Andrew Jackson receives from George Washington, then Prosident of the United States, his first appointment to office—that of Attorney of the United States for the new Ter ‘Y. In the short space of six years the territorial government is superseded by the admission into the Union of the State of Tennessee. Jackson is a member of the Convention which forms the constitution,and he takes anactive purt.in the preparation of that instrument. It contains tome peculiar provisions which deserve a mo- ment’s notice. members of the Legislature are chos- en for two years, and meet only biennially, except when called together on extraordinary occasions. This ar- rangement is founded on the id meetings of the legislative bod: count having an itary executive, the like ne- cossity does not exist where the executive is chosen by, and responsible to, the people; and that the people them. selves are the best conservators of their rights. ‘The bill of rights in this Constitution is one of the most libe- ral and comprehensive adopted by any of our States. I) asserts, in the strongest terms, the inherent and uncon- trollable sovereignty of the people, and their right to in- struct, as well 0 petition, their representatives ; it denounces perpetuities and monopolies as contrary to the genius of a free state ; and jt forbids the grant of any he- reditary emoluments, privileges or honors, From .the subsequent life of Jackson, it is easy to see that he must ented, with a warm heart, to all these provisions. liately on the admission of the new State into the Union, Jackson is chosen one of hor delegates in the House of Representatives; and the next year he is ap- pointed one of her Senators in Congress. He serves in this distinguished body, over which Tiiommt Jeiferson en the presiding officer, “until 1799, and thus en- opportunities of forming @ personal friendship with @ statesman and political phixosopher, with whose senti- ments his own entirely comour, and for whose genius he cherishes the high ration. In 1799 he retires by that while annual re indispensible in voluntary resig from the honorable post. Most unex y 'Y appointed & Judge of the Supreme Court of his State, a station which te accepts with reluctance, and from which he withdrawa atan early day, He does so with the design, which he then supposes he may ve permitted to accom- plish, of spending the residue of his days in the t retreat of a country life. Little does he dream of the brilliant destiny that awaits him. Inthe meantime, as another preparation for that destiny, the field officers of one of the divisions of the Tennesee militia, no stran- for to. his, lotty patriotiem, or his martial spiit, ad chosen him Without consultation with, or notice to him, their Major General. This commission a a i Pot 5 Md it in the army o — to. conte: as son in new and conspleuous theat! wi at. tracted yee t not only of Ami bi “Rauly to his ‘ander’, he ut of the world. the ret: moment when the action of tho “government enabled him to do so, the gallant spirits of his division, he dedicates their persons and his own to the service of the nation. From November, 1812, to the ce: he is constantly emplo ition of hostilities, ved in creating and leading the armies, fighting the battles, and vanquishing the en- emies of his country. It is not my purpose to enter into the details of his military exploits, Of all and of each’ it may bo said that in each and in all he acquit- ted himself as no other man but Asornew Jack: could have done, With his first touch of the mar- shal’s truncheon, the hand of one born to command at will the energies of his troops, to infuse into them his own daring spirit, and successfully to cope in any aud every field with the most skiiful and courageous of his enemies, is evident), en. Throughout his whole mi- litary er hi in felicitous combination all the great qualities of a great commander—comprehensive- ness and accuracy of view, genius to devise, skill and courage to execute, coolness and self-possesaion in every emergency, perfect command of his resources, sagacity todiscover and ability to defeat the plans of his oppo- nent. In his cam} ns inst the Creeks, so formid: ble by their numbers, their obstinate bravery, and their proficiepcy in all the arts of Savage warfare, he adis to the hardibood, the patience and the self denial of a Han nibal—the vigor, the celerity, the success of a Casar. When he plants, upon his own responsibility, the Ameri- can Eagle on the forts of Pensacola, statesmen seo that the instincts of a heart and will devoted to the pub- lic weal, can anticipate the rules of public law ; and the nation recognize and honor the clearness of his judgment not less than the promptitude and energy of his conduct. In his commend at New Orleans, from his arrival at the beleaguered city until his departure from it, we seem to follow some heaven appointed and heaven as- sisted warrior of the ancient dispensation, rather than chieftain of modern time: Such superhuman activity; such assumption and exercise of power; such chivalrous daring and consummate address in striking the first blow in the unequal conflict; such cautions preparations for the final strug le; such perfect success in its triumphant issue; such Pienttal havoc in the troops of the enemy, and such almost miraculous preservation of his own; who, in these things, does not see the hand of God, the eucy ofan instrument ordained, prepared,and guided b: mself? | must content myself with the briefest possible reference to the war with the Seminoles, in 1317-13. If the exploits of Jackson in this campaign had constituted his whole title to military reuown, they would have been amply sufficient to place him high on the roll of fame. How does it enhance the estimate of his former achieve- ments, when it is considered that the Seminole war is scarcely thoughtofin the comparison; and that Jackson is seldom named in connexion with it, except by those who refer to it for the purpose of denouncing him for the exe- cution of Ambrister and Arbuthnot ! Having named this incident, I feel it right to state my entire conviction, that in this, as in every other act of his public life, he pro- ceeded under a deep sense of what he believed to be the injunction of duty ; and duty was ever to him of Heaven. “My God would not heve smiled on me,” his characteristic remark, when speaking of th him who addresses you) “had | punished daly the poor, ig- norant savages, and spared the white mea who set them on” The hour has at length come whea Jackson believed 1e may a second time retire to ruraloccupations, without ger of any further call to engage in the service of the ion. The nationis at peace with all the world; the Indian tribes have been reduced to submission ; peaco reigns in all our borders, and tranquillity throughout the land. He resigns his commission in the army ; refuses the appointment of minister to Mexice, conferred on him by President Monroe, not only because he desires no of- fice of emolument or honor, but because he will not coua- tenance, by his presence at the court of IruRsinr, 10 substitution of a monarchy in place of a republic, nor the means by which it been effected. Other reasons concur, to enfore phe has taken. hi the various duties of of milita) Incessant toi is command —ex- Ps rds) service in the warm climates of the South, and especially in the swamps and morasses of Florida—have undermined his constitution; and retirement seems as needful to the preservation of his own life, as it is to the happiness of those who have so long been denied the pleasure of his society. He does not deem it inconsistent with this feeling, to accept the office of Senator in Congress, again conferred on him by his beloved Tennessee; for this honorable and compara- tively easy service will still leave him, the greater por- tion of the year, an inmate of the Hermitage. But his mission is not yet ended. Peace hath her victories, No less renowned than war. And many such victories he is yet to win. By spontane- ous uprisings of the people, i ‘own and other States, he is presented to the nation as a candidate for the higest trust. Though not at first invested with this dignity, his three competitors, each long and honorably identified with the civic service of the Union, are lett behind him in the race, In due conrse of time another contest en: He is raised to the Chief Magistracy by more than two to one of the electoral votes. In surveying, from this high eminence, the field of duty to which he has been called, he pezceives that with many foreign States we have unsettled subjects of dis- pute, growing out of claims to justice long d spoliations of our commerce, du less violence which, in the beginning of thi disgraced and barbarized the maritime wars of Kur He sees that unless speedily adjusted, they will expos: us to the alternative either of sacrificing our national honor or of vindicating by the sword our unquestionable rights. He resolves that this state of things shall not conti that no needless delay, uo evasive subtertage shall be allowed; that he will proceed, with all possible despatch, in the prosecution of his duty, “ asking nothing that is not right, and submitting to no- thing that is wrong,” and he believes that if this course be steadily and wisely pursued, peace will be preserved, and justice be obtained. The result shows the sagacity of his conclusions. One other, treaties are made and ratifiel, by which 8 of irritation, 80 grave and so dangerous, length, happily disposed of. In one case only lelay ; but this is the most important ; for if is our ancient ally, the beautitul, the of our own Lajayette, ts performance of her duty. Jac! waver in his course, He de most honofed as he would and most humble ; he sees to it that while the courtesies due to so distinguished a delinquent, lously observed, no jot or tittle of thh mation: lost or compromited "In the end justice-ts secured ; the faith of treaties vindicated the pence of Empires preserv- ed, aud France herself. on’ a tller-understanding of hie cource.does honor, with characteristic chivalry an tothe “tee defer —the iron will of the stern old man. “ His name through Europe rings, Filling exch mauth with'e vy or, with praise, And all her jeslous mounrehs with amaze, Aud samors loud thit diuat remotest kings ;” and by his y and renewn our national character is raised toa ht of glory fore attained ‘by the American Republic. In the meantime Jackson has been involved, at home, in conflicts protracted and se- vere Fired with the love of democratic libert filled with zeal for the constitution, h * tems of policy, and adopts a course of messures, which bring on violent collisions with the interests, passions, and prejudices of men in different quarters ofthe Union. In the midst of the outbursts of party, produced by these collisions, he is reelected by a vote of three to one over all the other candidates, although the State of his nativity, formerly foremost in his support, withholds bér approving voice. Opposition to him i. fol- lowed, on her part, by resistance to the laws ; the integ- rity off the Union is throntened's and the nation is exposed to the dangers of a civil war, w itis, that Avorew Jackson, superior to the Canger, «il equal to the reme- dy it requires, by his fidelity, his floor dom, achieves the most spiei of frat Bisel ander truth, The plaudits hick BOW rise