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From the Louisville Advertiser. CHANGE OR NO CHANGE? " That's the Question." We are not about to importune our patrons, though we confess we are really ia need of "the needjul" We propose to discuss a very different subject. With our opponents we are at issue with respect to something less tangible than rhino, even in these 'hard times.1 It 13 Mr. Clay's consistency! The Journal recklessly affirms that Mr. Clay has always been consistent, and the Focu3 repeats the perilous aflirmation. Da such characters really believe they can impose upon an intelligent community?

Who has forgotten what was said of the recommendations of the President on the subject of the tariff during the late electioneering canvas-? Do we not all know how the word "modification" waj mouthed how its meaning was dis-j torted! The Clay men, at that juncture, could not brook the idea of modi- j fying(h tariff. They contended that the system wa3 perfect, and nobody ! save its enemies wished to disturb it. ! Gen, Jackson, they said, wished to destroy the system by attacking it in detail by acting on prominent articles ol import separately. The act which had been passed, reducing the duties on tea, was virulently assailed. On more than one occasion it was the topic of discus sion between the candidates for Congress in this district. Is that fact also forgotten? Then, the reduction of the duties on tea, coffee, &c. was denounced, as u measure only calculated to favor the rich. Last year, tea aud coffee were luxuries only used by the rich now they are pronunced "necessaries of life,11 and it is contended that the duties on them should be greatly reduced or entirely repealed, for the benefit of consumers generally, rich and poor. How has this singular change been effected ? Mr. Clay has changed, and a corresponding change has necessarily taken place in the opinions and language of his followers. lu his speech delivered at Cincinnati, in August, 1830, Mr. Clay declared that 'the tariff and internal improvements were intimately, if not indissolublyunit&dS What did he mean? Simply this: That the expenditure of large turns of money, on internal improvements, was necessary to give vent to theimnaense revenue derived from duties on imports that one part of the system was to raise the money, the other to provide for its expenditure that the tanfl was to draw the funds from th e pockets of the people, and the 6ystem of improvement was designed to absorb them. This is precisely what Mr. CUy meant. Referring to the veto of the President, he said: "The same system which has been devised and practised to defeat the tariff, his been adoptedto undermine internal improvements. They are to be attacked in detail. Hence the rejection of the Maysville Road , the Fredericktown Road and the Louis ville Canal." LDoking to the state of thing, as he then saw it, or atlecled to see if, Mr. Clay excEaimed : "Internal Improvements gone or going; the whole American System THREATENED, and the triumphant shouts of anticipated victory sounding in our ears." These declarations gave the cue to the Clay party, on wmch they acted during the late canvass. They therefore asserted, in the most positive terms. mat tne rresidenf, by putting his veto on the Maysville Rjad Bill, h td mani fested his hostility to the System axil tha by recommending a modification of the TrtritI, he had shown hi Hostility to American Industry. The word "modification" was construed to mean a general reduction of duties, against which the Clayites protested with open mouths, distended eyes and uplifted hands! But what is their language nozc? Mr. Clay has changed, and his followers have Jollowed suit. Like him they are now in favor o( "relieving con sumption as much as possible, consistently zvitfi an economical administration of the government " Though the reduction of the duties on Tea was last year pronounced an abomination, Mr. Clay is now etiivinrr to T T . . .1 O out nerou ;li3rod77 on that subject. He is actually complaining that the go ve rumen l moves too tardily in reducing

,the duties and relieving tne poor; and, ' ' if fninnAa hall,. . . i L I: I -

ii ins iiicmuo wvc nut Deisevea Dim, mere is now, oeiween Mr. Clay's wish 'ei in respect to the tanffand those of 'its moderate opponents in the South, a perfect and entire agreement!' In

truth, it is contended, that the "Aullr fiers ask no greater reduction" of dutiesj than Mr. Clay "is willing to assent to!1' Will it hereafter be asserted, that he

has not changed his views in relation to the tariff? In the face of these declarations, and of his recent public avowal, that he is for "relieving con sumption as much as possible, consistently with an economical administration of the government," can it be believed he is the same ultra advocate of high duties, that he was in March, 1830? The sudden change of tone in the Clay Editors, with respect to modifying the tariff, so strikiugly illustrates their utter destitution of principle, that we cannot doubt their determination to obey, strictly all the mandates of tin ir leader. As for our pious neighbor, Litfla Decency, we believe he would promptly oby, were he commanded by Mr. Clay to "sell the fee simple of hie solvation, the inheritance of it and cut the entail from a!i remainders." Such is the creature who occaionally ventures to prate about the purify, freedom and independence of the press! A meie underling, who only knows how to veer as his master listetb, and to keep time with servility itself, dares to question the sincerity and independence of others! Oil. the subject of the tariff Me system we have yet to read a lesson to the panders of Mr. Clay ia the west. We invite them to turn to their files to their papers published during the last electioneering canvass and see how they will be made to unmask them. In performing this task, for the amusement and edification of our readers, we shall have to present Little Decency and the Unspotted to the public, 'like Juno's swans, coupled, and inseparable.' Louisville Adv. The following letter from Gen. Jackson to Stephen Simpson, gives us at once a key to the fire and faggot warfare, waged by this heartless dastard. The dictorial letters to which Gen. Jackson alludes, were the claims set up for the fost UJice in rhiladelphia. The letter does honor to the head and heart of the incorruptible Hero. Frankfort Argus. From Gen. Jackson to Stephen Simpson. Washington, May 4ih, 1829. "Sir Your letter marked confidential, April 30th, 1829, has been received. I had supposed the letters of Maj. Lewis and Mr. Donnelson would have proved satisfactory as to the friendly; feelings which were entertained towards you, and for the preseut that things would have rested there. Finding it not to be the case, and that in connection with your own complaints, the name and remark of Mr. Miller ol Tennessee, are obtruded upon me in your Letter, I can be at no loss to draw the conclusion, that you and he have been actuated by similar motives; and because I did not forthwith appoint persons to office, as you and hebeleived I should, that therefore your enmity is to flow as a consequence. Those who pretend to be friends, little understand me, if they have pursuaded themselves that I am to be operated upon, by any such considerations; my own time and manner of doing things, now as has ever been the case, will be my rule of action, I assure you. You charge me to be un !er the influ ence of Mr. Ingham; it is quite a mod est imputation, and one that would merit no consideration, had your m inner of addressing me been d afferent. Justice to him compels me to say that in no instance did he ever attempt any sucn a thing as you have imputed. There is not an appointment at Philaphia, one excepted, which as far as 1 am advised, and do believe, was the first choice of Mr. Ingham; and had you really known as much about this gentleman as you profess, this fact would have suggested itself to )ou. But what of those appointments with which you are pleased to find so much fault! Are they not all of them honest and capable men? And if so, of what consequence can it be what has been their political opinions? The country requires faithful agents, and those being obtained, I shall feel quite contented and happy, although some may be found who will complain. All I have to say is, be it so. It is altogether unnecessary for you, to talk furtherofmy fame and success; and of your efforts to maintain both. Whatever you have done under the government of principle, ha9 been well I done, and your country, for it, may feel

itself your debtor what may have been the result of motive and self is for yourself to appreciate. Upon this, 1 can only remark, that I was at home, the Hermitage, where it was my highest ambition to continue. Contrary to any wish entertained by me, my name was brought before the countrv. Mr. Miller, whom ycu have named, was one who commenced it, and you supported it, acting as you have both asserted and maintained upon principle. I regret to find, and it is painful to me to admit, that both of you have been actuated by other considerations than to serve those great Republican principles, which were professed as your rules of action. Give me leave to say, that office

when demanded, as theconsideration of rendered service, stands stripped of all the honor that should attach, & which only can attach, when bestowed apart from such demand presented & pressed. I have thought it right and proper to make this reply to you, extorted by your own reiterated complaints and letters, presented in the most objectionable and dictatoiiai form. You must ceao to think you have done anv thiiHj; for me, r to serve me. If in your exertions any thing shall arise to ben- fit the nation, then you will be entitled to its thanks, and to mine also, and your reward I hope in whatever may follow. But when the contest is ended to insult me, is neither congenial with my feelings nor is it in accordance with that action which professes to lean itself upon principles and the general good. It is impossible, therefore, under a review of the circumstances, for me to refrain asking you to forbear any further communication tome, until you can conclude to write with that becoming moderation which is at all times becoming. Until this can be the case you will be good enough to trouble me with no further communications. I am thankful to my friends for their kindness and good opinion, and shall ever be glad of their suggestions on public mat when thev become dictatorial and au thoritative. I am, sir, very respectfully, Your most obedient serv't. ANDREW JACKSON. Mr. Stephen Simpson. Io the Senate of the United States, Mr. Clay submitted the following resolution: Resolved, That the existing duties upon articles imported from foreign countries, and not coming into competition with similar articles made or produced within the United States, ought to be forthwith abolished, except the duties on wines and silk?, and that they ought to be reduced : Resolved, That the Committee on Finance report a bill accodingly. Iu the year 1830 Mr. Clay denounced, in his Cincinnati speech, as sacrilege, any reduction of duties. The reduction of the duty on salt, he declared to be the commencement of an attack on the American System in detail. He avowed that Internal Impiovements and the Tariff constituted in their Union the "American System," and that every part and parcel of it ought to be sacred and intangible. Bat now the popular breeze is perceived to set in another direction: and Mr. Clay adjusts his sails accordingly. It certainly argues but a small portion of sagicity in a statesman to be compelled to shslt his ground io frequently. M.my politicians in 1830 icdicted tlij very slate of thing- which now exb MtJuy fort saw tli:, with the prtS' iil T.iiill. we should goon have an immense feuiplus revenue. Mi. Clay pioDiUd) had s. u;c anticipation ut tuch a condition of ffiirs. But he viewed the probable surj lus, as the Munue d expenui'uie upon hi pple. did ci.nits ol I,.te ,..! Im ro tinenis. The abvt: reSviutioii teems to be aviitU i! abandonment ot such disposition ol the tur plus revenue. Mr. C. now seos thu! the people desiie the taxes levied to conform to ihe probable expendituies of the Government anJ with a characteristic avidity to seize upon and appropriate to himself the merit of every popular scheme of policy he has produced Ibis resoluiion. Aat.Rep. Of the higher nominations made by the President, not jet confirmed, are those of Mr. Livingston and Mr. Van Buren. The acknowledged and commanding talents of Mr. Livingston his uniform adherence to the principles of what Mi. Jctlbr&on termed the "old school" Republicans the part he bore in deluding New Oilcan and his uu-

wavering devotion to the 'Military Chieftain,' all combine to render him wormwood to the opposition. They must, however, swallow him at last. In other terms, his character is so exalted that it will be impracticable to prevail on a majority of the Senate to vote against his nomination. That of Mr. Van Buren will probably he kept lhung up' to the last moment, with a view to reject it, if possible but, at all event?, to test his strength in the Senate,

and to vamp up some old charge against him, to influence the next Presidential election. We shall soon learn the result. Louisville Adv. Two cases of that ahnost incredible crime, "Burking," occurred in London, in the first week of last month. One of the victims was a fine Italian hoy, about fourteen years of age, and in per feet health, murdered by "a profe-sed body snatcher" for the sake of the nine guineas which he obtained from the surgeons, who 'denounced the case to the police, as soon as it excited sa?pi cion in their minds. lTutional Gazette. Baluchi, N. C.Jan. 13. Distressing Cwji'gation "The star that iu!es our luckless Jot," seems to have fated our certain and complete destruction. It is with feela gs which can be better imagined than expressed, that we record another awful calamity with w hich our city has been visited. At about half past 4 o'clock on Satur day morning last, the Millinery Store of the Misses Pulliam, on the east side, of Fayetteville street, was discovered to be on fire, when the alarm was given, and our citizens and members of the Legislature immediately repaired to the spot. The fire engine was put in operation, but, in consequer.ee ol the nine bursting, she soon became useless, . -I TIT j . and was laiu asiae. vaier in tins pari of the town being scarce, the only al ternative seemed to be, to blow up the .ini irrnt houses; which was immediately resorted to. But all exenions to arrest the raging element was vain; for, although 12 or 14 houses were blown up, &z but little air stirring at the times, the buildings were constructed of such combustible materials, the flames continued to rage uutil the whole range of buildings between Mr. Marshall's Store & Mr. Stuart's dwelling, about 50 in number, including the market house, was totally destroyed. It was with great difficulty, notwithstanding the favorable state of the atmosphere, that the fire was prevented from extending to the opposite side of the street. But for this fortunate circumstance, such was the consternation produced by this sudden and unexpected catastrophe, and our general unprepared state to meet it, the whole of the business part of our ill fated city must have been laid in ashes. In reviewing the dreadful scene, awful and heait rending as it was, nvc hav e, therefore, much cause of grateful emotion; and for this comparatively happy result, we are in a great measure indent ed to the generous and manly exertions of members of the Legislature, many ol whom, with a magnanimity an; intrepid)' disdaining all personal congidera tions, rushed to the spot of d:stre?s and danger, and contended with the deavor ing element to the utmost stretch of human power until its devasting progr ss was arrested. Some of them sunk, overpowered by t heir clLrts, having so far strained the energies of nature that alarmit g symptoms of en tire t xhdustion were induced. W e are happy to learn, however, that tiicse who wero thus prostrated, have regained their rengiii, and that no slik.us consequences are now appi eheided. As it nnuld be. impossible to ditcria inate between these ho were mo.-t active, we foibear to mention the names of any;, but they are ei graven on the hearts ofiur grateful citizen-, by whom they will be clieri?hed among the fondest objects of memory "whi.e life, ar.d thought, and being last." We should do great injustice to our coloured population and violence to our own feelings, were we to pass over in silence their praiseworthy conduct on the occasion. They were among the most active and eflicient laborers; many distinguished themselves by the zeal and fidelity with which they behaved; and one poor fellow, by his excessive exertions, was so completely paralized, that his life was despaired of. We are glad to hear, however, that he is recovering. Fortunately, no other personal injury, it is believed snn sustained.

It is a remarkable fact that the very same part of the city, to the same extent with the exception of one or two houses, wa3 destroyed by fire iu 1816. We had designed issu'iDg an extra on the morning of the fire, announcing to our readers early intelligence of the fatal event ; but ou returning to the oCce, we found our handa in such a state of exhaustion as to render it inpracticable. The loss of each we have as yet been

unable to asertain with accuracy. A committee ha3 been appointed by a town meeting to collect ihisinloimaton; and we shall, peihaps be able to publish the result cf thtir inquiries in our next. lu the mean time, it in iy not be unin teresting to state that wejhave heard the total Ls3 estimated at from 100,000 to 150,000; not one cent of wnith, we understand, w a insured. Indiana Legislature. IN SENATE. Monday, Jan. 16. Mr. Hendricks, fi m the commit tea on Canals and internal imprt v eii;ent?, io which had been refer! ed the petition ot J Jin Saunders and other?, pray, ing for the ii.corporaiion of a e n pany to tonstiuct a Rail Road from Lawlencebuigh by way cf Greensburgh to I.idianapolis, report d a bill in ir.torj olatethe L 1 1 renrebugh and Indianapolis Rail Road Company, which was twice read and referred to a commitlea of the whole. Mr. Dumont from the committee ca Education reported a bill to pre vide a fund to enceurage common ec heels, which was twice read, referred to a committee of the whole and rn&de the special order of the day for to-morrow Mr. Whitcomb, from the select committee to which the subject was referred, reported a joint resolution relative to the public lands, which solicits a division of the public lands into 40 acre lots by east and west lines which was read aud ordered to a second reading. On motion ofMr. Ewing, Resoived, '1 hat the Ccmmitlee on canals and internal improvements be instructed to inquire into the expediency of memorializing Congress to provide a grant of waste lands in Knox county, for the purpose cf constructing a canal, to connect White iher with the Wabash, at Yinceoneg. The Senate then took up the ciders of the day, and resumed the consideration of the bill relating to a bridge at the falls of Ohio, which was further discussed, debated, emerded, and ordered i o be engrossed for a third reading by & vote o 22 to 5. HOUSE. Monday, Jan. 16. Mr. Vawter from the ccmmitlee of Wav s and Means , to which was referred a resolution of the House, directing said committee to inquire into the state of the 3 per cent, fund, and ascertain how goon all former appropriations of said fund can be liquidated Sec; reported that they had perfoimed that duty, and found that the same was kept by the Agent thereof, in a manner highly creditable to himself and former Agent that they fi d in thu hands of eaid Agent the 6um ot ;C,00753 cents, moneys appropriated lu liveis, mads &c, prior to the appropriation of money made by the L njsldture, at the session ol 1CS0 and 31, a gnat, er part of which h. been nn hand lor e vi ral yeare; th.-.t every facilit) and accon.mt;datitn that ctuld be atked for, was affoided by the Agent, in ti e disih:aige of the duties of ihn. to a mitlee, and also introduced a re- hidcn fi r enterii g the lepcrt of B. I. Biyif e, gent of the 3 per cent. tu d, hs c.r-i-ci;(ith the txieptionul giOCO found out; to road N -. 33) and nitiln g said Agent to all the credits sei forth iu his eaij report the same having been fully paid by himsc 1 cr piedect s-si-r, as does fully appear on comparing the vouchers ol money paid, with the Agtru's bock, and for causitg the reports cf the Agent to be made heieaiter, with refeieixe to made, riveis, and bridge, to which moneys are due. Which resolution was agreed to by the House. IN SENATE. Tuesday, Jan. 17. Mr. Fletcher from the Judicinry cnmmitlte to which had been referred h resolution requiring an inquiry in regard to the duties of Judges in noticing and reporting the defects which they may discover in existing law?, reported joint resolution pioviding a mode for