[Samuel F. B. Morse, His Letters and Journals by Samuel F. B. Morse]@TWC D-Link bookSamuel F. B. Morse, His Letters and Journals CHAPTER VIII 6/34
But with the observations and advice now before you, we leave you to judge for yourself.
Let us early know your determination and intended plans. You must rely on your own resources after this year." The following letter is from his warm friend, the Reverend Samuel F. Jarvis, written in New York, December 14, 1814:-- "I am not surprised at the feelings you express with regard to England or America.
The English in general have so contemptuous an opinion of us and one so exalted of themselves, that every American must feel a virtuous indignation when he hears his country traduced and belied.
But, my dear sir, it is natural, on the other hand, for an exile from his native land to turn with fond remembrance to its excellences and forget its defects. You will be able some years hence to speak with more impartiality on this subject than you do at present. "The men who have involved the country in this war are wicked and corrupt.
A systematic exclusion of all Federalists from any office of trust is the leading feature of this Administration, yet the Federalists comprehend the majority of the wealth, virtue, and intelligence of the community.
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