The New York Herald Newspaper, October 3, 1842, Page 1

ol, VILL.—-Ho,. 273 --- Whole Ho. 3124. G, OCTOBER 4, 1842. THE NEW YORK HERALD. NEW YORK, MONDAY MORNIN ‘The Great Annual Fair and Cattle Show of the New York State Agricultural Society at Albany—Second Annual Exhibition— Sept. 27, 28, 39, 30-1842. Fourra anp Last Day—Fripay, Sept. 30. A cloudy sky and a drizzling rain have broken the charm which has hitherto hung over the weather. It was, however, of but little consequence, as the Fair proper is over, and this day is set apart for the cattle sale. We visited the ground, and found ex- hibitors ali busily engaged in removing their articles. The cattle sale commenced, but instead of attend- ing it, we rode down to the ancient estate of the good old Patroon, (requiescat in pace) to see Twe Cenrury Pant. This is emphatically the Horticultural wonder of the age. For an hundred years this venerable plant has vegetated along in silence, modesty, and almost oblivion. Revolution on revolution has it witness- ed; thrones and dynasties has it seen pass away. Still it yet lives, and its last days are now its days of glory. For sixty years it has stood in its present position, under the contiaued protection of the older and younger Patroons. It was purchased soon after the revolutionary war at the sale of a confiscated estate in the city of New ¥Yerk. And the fact that its memory must extend back even to the old French and Indian wars—that it was even advanced in years at the time < the ——— Scien that its present exultation in pride, grandeur, beau magnificence, is but the Prening and fatal hatinee? of speedy and eternal dissolution, causes the server to behold it with a feeling of reverence, and a aha leasing melancholy. ‘he stock first made its appearance on the 25th June last, and then began rapidly to elevate iteelf, solitary and alone, until the 8th of September,when it attained its present height of 22 feet 6 inches— wn in about two months and a half. The first lower expanded on the 11th September ; and others are still putt ng forth in slow succession and mea- sured space, like the majestic cortege of a royal fa- mily upona coronation day. And were it not for riding dowa the m or, we would say that its 29 branches towering aloft in their majesty, are like so many wee carriages in the ‘procession, each bearing dts ull load ot beaaty and splendor. For each of the 29 branches bears on an average about 25 buds, making a sum total of 2550 buds in this royal cavalcade. It issaid that when it first began its race to the goal of death, it grew 18 inches in 24 hours for several days in succession, so anxious was it to adornditself in the gorgeous robes of approach- ingmentelin. : ‘hat naught might occur to mar the peace and quietude of its departing life—that no rude wind nor rude storm might disturb its latter moments, the Patroon haserected over and around it a build- ing 14 by 18 feet square, and about 25 feet high, in which visiters'can examine it at their leisure. I need not say toany one that it will, of course, die immediately after it has finished its flowering, which occurs but once during the long period of its existence. It isnow being exhibited for the benefit of the Albany Orphan Asylum—a very worthy institution. This of course is through the liberality of the pre- sent Patroon, Gen. Stephen Van Rensselaer, who inherits the ancient manor grounds. ‘Tur Parroon’s Mansion. There, while upon the sacred grounds, we could but look on with deep regret that the yonnger pa- troon should under any pretence suffer the chisel of the stonecutter and the sound of the hammer to in vade the sanctity of this ancient mansion so hallow- ed tothe memory of one of nature’s noblemen. The building is undergoing an entire transformation. It is having the addition of wings on the west and east, a portico in front, and stonework incorporated throughout the whole building. True, all the addi- tions are made with as great a semblance as possi- ble to antiquity, but what of that? What el it, after all, but a forgery of antiquity? and we could but imagine that the ancient elms, which, like gucctien angels, surround this sacred mansion, were looking down with asad and solemn frown, as they saw their ancient friend and compamion doffing gar- ments of antiquity, and bedecking himself in more modern habiliments. We fancied we heard the winds sigh over the change—but it might have been the wind. They can see the old mansion no more, and we fear they will never forgive the sacrilege that hag teken it from their sight. Conctusion or THE Farr. | From the Rev. J. C. Choules, we obtained the names of the committee appointed by the New York State Agricultural Society to memorialize the Le- a for the establishment of agricultural schools in this State. This inovement is very justly rd- ed by all the farmers present at the fair, as the most important that has yet taken place on i ; The committee consist of one from each Senatorial district. Their names are as Dr. J. Hon. Joun Savace. Bens. P. Jounson, Esq. George J. Pumren.y, Esq. Harvey Batpwin, " Jas. S. Wapsworts, Esq. would not be proper to conclude our report of the Fair without a to the President of the Society, James S. Wadsworth, -, and the officers of the Society generally, L. Tue er, Esq., editor of the Cultivator, Mr. Colman, Mr. Com- and indeed to one and all in any way con- nected with the Society, or interested in the noble art and science of agriculture. Breeping Antmats To OrpEr. Coming down from aeeey we had the pleasure of an interview with the celebrated Col. Jacques, of the Ten Hill Farm, near Boston. He was present at the fair, and was chairman of the committee on native cattle, He issaid to be the best judge of animals—animals of all kinds—from the mouse up tothe horse—that there is in the country. He is the breeder of the famous Cream Pot Cows, four quarts of whose cream will make a pound of butter— and which he guarantees publicly or privately to convert into butter within a minute’s til has done it before the members of the Massachnsetts Legislature. He has some curious notions, upon which some people think him rather enthusiastic, particularly in the matter of breeding ani: to or- der. For example, he guarantees to breed 20 cows to — either red, white, pom ae va ring- stretched, or striped—wit either or short, straight, turned up or lopped—with loca tans or emall, and of any color—{he is now breeding a lot with yellow bags and mahogany colored bye) with wide backs upon which you may lay a 1 of corn without its rolling off, orso narro ot to hold asingle kernel. In he will breed you animals to order, and is a perfect L. L. D. in ‘the matter of crossing breeds He breeds all his Cream Pot Cows with a deep red body, white faces, yellow nose, yellow bags and mahogany colored teats. He claims to be able to transfer the properties of any one cow, whatever they may be, to any other cow—and in the matter of color, to shade animals tofancy. He goesstrong for native breeds of cows ; oe mary people think he will eventually ruin the foreign*bloods,as the Durham’s, the Hereford’s, the Devonehires, &c. &c. The following is the substance of a report which heis about making for the ensuing volume of the New York State Agricultural Society’s annual pro- ings. “Early in life I felt some interest in agricultural pur- mits. cies Tate Geen ee tes to breeding and 3 finding, among most of our farmers, but little, orno attention to the improve- ment of their neat cattle, particularly the cow jfor the — and eves oe of the jfirst in point of rt and at the — time the differ- ence between a very poet and & very cow, was greater than in any animal, I was induced to mak some experiments for her im; hf ~ 8. It proved for would prove the ‘With these views I cgmmenced, imported Durham thor@horn bull I paid $600. He was crossed on our native cows with great success. J then sele-ted one yery superior native cow, Seat & shh Coelebs. The i of this cross, w! at maturity, gave twenty-one quarts of milk per day, which milk preddcel 3 ibe of butter, and thie on grass feed only. T have contiaued this crossing, in various ways, for more than twenty years, and have met with ‘great su-c oT believe if our farmers had given as much attention to crossing and improving their neat cattle as they have to the improvement of the fleece of their sheep, their profits would it m. The process ave been far in fe valees % of crossin, ad aes loo aay tay ian ro the urpose of improvi vi cy ere Bett little or no character in the native sheep Worth re. taming. Not so as regards some individuals our native dairy cows: they have most desirable to be transmitted. From the T have had, I feel confident that almost any desirable points or in one animal, may be transferred to another; and, as I have frequently stated, that animals may be bred tootder. ‘0 practice these principles with success, will re- quire Wime, patience, perseverance, great attention, with moch discrimination. | It wy deen! my object to sete as much ible, all the le Gh irk samt a yo. "Ae iar a my appears to me that the principles re- ferred to, have been much upon. Ti have often thought that much of the expense in selecting and importing foreign bulls, has been more for show and fan- ey, than for economy. Many of the Durham short horn bulls that have come under my observation, are, as I think, too heavily loaded with flesh in the’ twist and thigh, and inclined to be tucked up in the flank, for the aay and yoke. It took me some time to deepen the flank and to put the twist and thighs in a pares netien fora capacious bag. This being done; my animals were better for the dairy, and more active, taking on flesh quite ily. After all, I will here repeat that time, ence, perse- verance, very lar attention, with Cor Gokcint nation, are indispensable to success. Without these, it were worse than useless to make the attempt.” Humorous Report on Swine, By William Lincoln, Esq., Counsellor-at-Law, and Corresponding Secretary of the Worcester (Mass.) Agricultural Society. Albany, 29th Sept., 1842. Mr. Lincoln was Chairman of the New York State Agricultural Society’s Committee on Swine. Associated witt him were Messrs Samuel Chiever of Albany, A. Marks of Durham, New York, and William N. Ludlow of Hudson, N.Y. It is proper to ——— what is well known in Massachusetts, that Mr. Lincoln is regarded asa most incorrigible joker; indeed, his friends think him altogether ir- reclaimable. Certain it is that his report, which he read at the Capitol, and the irresistably comical ex- ression of his countenance, and ludicrous tones of js voice, kept the immense assemblage of gentle- men in one continued roar of laughter, often amounting to obstreperousness. It was the theme of universal and constant remark during our stay at Albany. In giving itto the public, it is impossible toput in all the “cheers,” “laughter,” ** applause,” “¢ stamping,” “shouting,” &c., &c., &c.--1t was in- cessant. ‘The report was read to the same audience that heard the address of Gov. Seward, a solitary remark upon which I did not hear made ; it seemed to be totally eciipsed by Mr. Lincoln’s report, which we obtained exclusively, and with no small diffi- culty. It follows :— New Yorx State Acricuntusat Society. Jupoes or Swine. William Lincon, Worcester, Mass., Chairman. Samuel Cheever, Albany, N. Y. A. Marks, Durham, N. Y. William B. Ludlow, Hudson, N. ¥. ‘Thejndges of swine of the New Yorki State Agricul- tural Society respectfully submit their report :— They have had thegreat honor of waiting on a great company of those amiable animals who claim our warm- est affections, by all those dear relations which cennect the pots and plates of those who desire to live well. ‘The hogs have made Albany the ‘banner county” of pork. ‘They sent no delegates te the State convention of stock : they attended in person, and formed one magnificent “mass meeting.” Seventy swine were present, and de- served seventy premiums. Probably there has never been atime since the century plant began to grow, nor a place within the Yankee land or the western world, where such large quantity and rich quality of the most beloved of all races have ever before been gathered into a party, independent of political distinctions. ‘The judges have had great difficulty in deciding as to relative merits of the four-footed competitors for prizes, ‘The balance of excellence was often so even, that the weight of a single fibre of Saxony wool would have turned the scale. If the results oftheir deliberations shal! not prove to be satisfactory to all, they must fall back on the reserved right of consol themselves by the reflec. tion that they have exami: with care, and have dis- charged their duty with the earnest desire to do exact justice. The wide separation between the homes of the several members of the committee, and the habitations of the pigs, will prevent any suspicion that the swine have av: themselyes of any local partialities, or exerted improper influences. ‘he first premium of ten dollars for the best boar, was awarded to . William Salisbury of Leeds, for a beau- tifulanimal of the Berkshire breed. Mr. John Lossing, of Albany was entitled to the second ium of eight dollars for his excellent Berk: ir. Itis ible that this creature might have obtai ed a majority ofthe votes of the electors, if he had not manifested some aristocratic 7 BL bak moony ina box during the exhibition, instead o ting the demo- cratie peinaipts of equality, by coming into the pens with the ople ol race. The third premium of five dollars is given to Mr. Sam- uel Shaw, for his Berkshire boar. “ Mr.J. B. Nott isentitled to a diploma for his Cheshire boar, whoso grandfather was imported from England by Mr. Corning. It is recommended that very large premiums of praise should be bestowed on other gentlemen. Mr. B. Knawer of Albany, exhibited a Berkshire boar Jim Crow,” who could exceed the fame of his illustrious pre- decessor in every thing except the facility of jumping and turning about, which he could not do. This, however, ‘was not considered a material defect—so many turn about. in these troubled times that a hog who regards his owh dignity may be excused if he deviates from the fas sion- able way and stands still. Mr.Kuawer should have a di- ploma. should Mr. J. J. Crocker of Kinderhook, which been celebrated for the greatness of its inhabitants, on account of his Berkshire. Another diploma should be given to Mr, C.N, Bement ef Albany, for his boar of the improved China stock. it is requebted by the committee that the thanks of the society should be tendered to Messrs. 8. 8. Crocker, of Kinderhook, for enriching the show by the exhibition of 5 ‘illiam Kirby, of Guilderland, his Berkshire boar; to Mr. Wi fow top? age Be specimen of the Derbyshire breed; and to Mr. Harmon Bui ssing, of Bethlehem, for a fine Berk- Bement,whose praise as a successful improver in all the pens and styes of the west, exhibited two Neapolitans, who were as destitute of clothing as the famous “ no haired horse.” Tne hair of a pig shoukl be short; so should be that of @ man. As the poet almest pe ‘an « Man wants but little hair below, Nor wants that little long.” However well they might flourish in the suany clime of their nativity, they would need great coats as blankets te protect them against the stern winters of northern re- gions. They were Sosy eral and were said to be pe- Culiarly valuable for delicacy of flesh. The committee were of the opinien that although they might grace the table of the epicure with a rich repast, that they would bring less of prefit to the pot of the practical farmer, than pleasure to those who are luxurious in pork. The representatives of the females of the community of swine were iful, as all females are, by whatever name they are called. For breeding somes the first premium of ten dollars, was awarded to Mr. T. C. Abrahams, of Watervliet. ex. cellent matron was surrounded by a large and pretty family, only three days old, living witnesses of the ability of the mother to increase the population of the Empire State. The repose of this pleasant domestic circle was unhappily disturbed pig were cheered by the moting the great cause of agriculture. The second premium was assigned to Mr. Benjamin Gibson of Albany. as ig premium was given to Mr. Gerrit Middleton, of Al a As ® testimontal of the excellence of the swine exhibit- ed in this ent, the committee recommend that di- jlomes should be presented to Messrs. C. N. Bement, jesse Buel, John Lossing, William Landon, and R. Fox, allof Albany; Mr. A Van Bergen of Coxsackie; and to ‘Sussing of Bethlehem. Mr. Harmon Fifty-seven were in the pens census of those who were out of the pens was not taken; all were of re- To specto premiat for th tie jo 8) jum was e ci soap afae pomeoawentinelewtoe, by the socluy. hey will afford to their owners, by their present merits and fu- ture value, higher rewards can be measured by any [ae recompense in the power of the committee to Ww ‘The committee have derived so much gratification from the interviews they have had with these nice little crea- er eee e Deed bd tons date f ploma for success breeding, to Mr. Gerret Donol- son, Bethlehem, Mr. Schuyler and Mr. A. Schuyler, of Watervliet, J Samuel Chever and Mr. Gibson, of Al bany, for their fine Berkshire pigs: to Mr. Thomas Pem- berton fora of the Grass breed : to Mr. Henry Sloan, of Guilderland, for ‘imens of the Cheshire and Grass cross; andto Mr. Beighton and C. N. Bement for ee the migled. blood of the China and Mackay stool There were two of Mr. Bement’s which enlisted sympathy and excited admiration, They were left as de- solate orphans, at the early ep of ten days, by of their venerable maternal pereut. Their owner has since brought them up by hand, and has thus afforded another instance of his handiwork in benefiting the farm. er’s stock. His good breeding is so well known, that lt cannot be doubted these pigs will have a liberal educa- tion A great mass of facts has been collected, ill the comparative merits of the various breeds of swine, the ‘and biography of celebrated individuals. It aa convenient to communicate the Loy ofthe judges with that brevity which is demanded by the hurry ‘an occasion where it is more desirable to see than to and to ask Jeave hereafter to submit a supplementa- ry Loon in relation to topics of general interest to the In the deliberations of the committee the chairman has fe F participated slightly. He has conceived it to be his dut; to record their @ccurately, and he regrets that it has not been in his power to them more fully and poe have been stated have essociates. For the manner in ~ they have been communicated he alone must be ¢ chairman ventui jithout. sanction committee, to take the further responsibility of repeating fa” which have been sanctioned by ie ot Pigs are happy people. We talk. disparagi about living tke apie To live 8 pig is to live! Ne ageatleman. Al itis not by the order of nature that a laugh, or even he en- joys the next best of humanity, the to the world! He hold. He has no occasion to take the benefit of the Bank. rupt Act, or to have his estate confiscated to defray the penses of the settlement. Free from ali the troubles world, he is as unconcerned among the changes of affairs, as was the citizen who was waked in the earliest light of morning, by being told was breaking, “ Well,” said he, as he turned again to repose, , he owes me nothing.” When we look at the comparative condition of the hu- man race and of the swinish multitude, we may come to the conclusion that if man will not be a man he had bet- ter be a pig. For the Committee, WILLIAM LINCOLN, Chairman. Drvver at rae Kxickernocker Haut, Serr. 29TH, 1842, prerarep By Brtare an WaLKER. Seats for 210 guests, The company sat down to dinner at7 P. M. Grace was said by the Rey. Mr. Choules. ‘The dinner was served up in the usual good style of Briare and Walker, who are young men:deserv- anh: much credit. Every thing went off in fine style. At the dinner we noticed, among others, the Hon. Luther Bradish, the Hon. James Tallmadge, George W. Patterson, Esqr., ex-speaker of Assem- bly, and Mr. Nichols of the Senate. r. Wadsworth, the President of the Society, presided with dignity at the dinner. After the dinner— Mr. Wapswortn rose, and made some remarks. He spoke at length upon the great cause in which this s0- ety was engaged. He congratulated the members upon the improvements which had been made since last year. He would not allow the occasion to pass without peed f no to our remembrance that great man, so deer to eve American citizen, the great Father of his Country. Tie was a farmer. (Applause.) Neither would he allow this occasion to pass without alluding to what this State had done for the great farming interests, particularly in the matter} of geology. He concluded with proposing the health of the Hon. Lieut.-Governor (Bradish). Mr. Brapise rose to the call. He returned thanks for the honor that had been done him. He desired to present hi congratulation to this society for the great advance ment which their efforts had been the means of bringing about within the last year. He spoke of the soil of our own State, and its capacity for producing great crops, as unrivalled in any part of this or any other country. He alluded to the great improvements in breeds of catile, in agricultural implements, in improved seeds, ke. Healso complimented our eastern neighbors for many excellent improvements in these things. He related a humorous anecdote of a Yankee, who took all his estate in his hand- kerchief and in his ‘ket, and went a travelling. He came over into New York toagood old Dutch burgher. The Dutchman asked him, “ Why do so many of you Yankees come over to New York tolive?” The Yankee, by way of supporting the dignity of his own land, replied “that they came over, Ist, To teach your children ; "9d, To marry your daughters ; 3d, To manage your estates.” The Dutchman was pleased with his shrewdness, and a few years saw this same Yankee the son-in-law of this same Dutch burgher. Thus we have improved our own race—Dutch Yankees—he thought ita geod cross. He said he could not forget to notice hers another cause of the improvements in agriculture, to wit, the increased fa- cilities of iutercommunication between one section of the State and another. He spoke with regret that out of $600,000 annually appropriated by the State for education, not a dollar was appropriated for education in agriculture. He was gtad the subject was brought up as it had been by the Convention last evening. He concluded with pro- posing the following toast :—" Agriculture and egricul- turists.” As no one in particular was pointed out in this call, Me. Couman_ proposed that the answer be given by States in order. ‘Mr. Nort arose, he said it would be parliamentary to call on Maine, but Maine had no representative here; he, therefore, thoug..t it would be proper for that portion of this State to reply which had a Maine position, He alluded m the course of his remarks to the American Institute—to which The Hon. James Taiumance replied in am animated speech. He returned thanks for the complimentary man ner in which that Institution had been spoken ef by Mr. Nott. He went on to give some account of the American Institute. He said her 15th anniversity took place on the 10th of October next, to which this society were all invi- ted (cries of we'll all go.”) He spoke of the Institute as an elder sister to this society, and he wished an acquaintance to be cultivated. He went on to pay avery handsome ooo ese tothe present Fair and Exhibition of this Society; but he thought the Society should go further, and provide a market for her productions (a tariff.) He went on here to discuss the tariff question and other political matters, which we pass over as they can be found in the political papers, and were not exclusively agricultural. He ended with this sentiment : “ The greatest of inventions—the union of labor, liberty and science ” Doctor Berxman, of Kinderhook. He returned the thanks of the Society, to gentlemen who had brought arti- cles and animals there tor exhibition, and also to all the committees who had reported at the fair. Mr. Frrouson, of U.C. He called for the chairmap of the committee on Por! pment”) | Thus le expressed his great gratitic and heard—and spoke of the York State now accupied. 8 a collection of animals he had never seen. in this country. He spoke of the Far- i as the most independent of all classes of the communi- 7 T iabor under. guqnetchicel-tor of govérament—you undera republican form—and I say we are all brothers. {Aaplenee) Aaa, it with reverence; but I care not whe- ther we live under a Queen or President at eur head. a Dont mistake me. (Greet aeeniaetie yal Briton, (Renewed cheering.) He said there were thousands of Britons who were iced with the greatest Joy at the treaty which had just been concluded — (Great applause.) He had no objections to meeting the Ameri- cans upon the field—aye, upon the tented field but he wasted it to be the tented at Bull’s Head. (Great applause.) He paid here a most noble compliment to the memory of Washington—he revered the man—he loved his memory. In conclusion hesaid, there is one species of domestic manufacture which we must not forget. Thole aehilisena tackSegy and the good h ¢ feet for childrens stocl » ie jousewife that bear them. " % F, This was drank standing, with loud cheers. .Mr. Comsrocx here called for Mr. Borrs, of Vir- ginia, who made a few remarks. He gave, as a tonst, New York and Virginia, the one renowned for its cul- tivators, the other for its cultivator. This called up the Hon. G. B. Patterson, and he called for Mr. Barnard. Mr. Barwann, of Albany, made a beautiful speech. In the course of his remarks he expressed his desire to see the dignity and rank of this employment—agriculture. He wanted to see it elevated. He wanted to see the Ame- rican farmers elevated to the dignity and rank which a character entitled them. He contrasted the A ican farmer with the English farmer—the one a Jandholder, the other a tenant, or at least holding his farm on a short and feebletenure. ‘ His remarks were very good, and much in the strain of others already reported. He concluded with the following sentiment :— The cottage home of the enlightened Americen farmer, filled with contentment and peace. Mr. Nort ted that Mr. Ferguson had not seen old Rip Van Winklo. (Mr. Ferguson had alluded to old Rip in his remarks.) He said he was present, alluding to Mr, Van Vranken. Mr. Van Varanxen replied in low Dutch,(te the great amusomentof the company. Not understanding Dutch, ‘we must be excused for net reporting him. He concluded with @ toast in Dutch, which he interpreted highest order among Farmers, nature’s nobility, the freemen. Mr. Nort called on Colonel Stone to translate old Rigi ech. rons thought hard Veer J called upon to trans- late a tongue he did not cit Jae . Had it been to trans- late it into Mohawk he could have done it. He did not know what to talk about—every subject had been alr used up. He said he had changed his politics since he came here—he had *ecome an agrarian, and as such he would like to cut in for aslice of the Genesse Flats (allud- ing to Mr. Wadsworth). He said he meant to call up the representative of King Solomon before he sat down. The king was a horticulturist. It had been said that Adam was an agriculturist—twas not so, he was a horticultu- rist, He alluded very handsomely to the gentleman from Laneingburgh, Mr. a. Walth, florist. “He concluded with 3 Flowers—the alphabet of angels, which, on leaves and flowers, _ _ ‘they write mysterious truths. This was intended for Mr. A. Walsh. Mr. A. Watsn made a few appropriate remarks, and concluded with a toast. He c: upon some Lansin; 2 cary who were more accustomed to public ‘ ing. Gav. Fise.2; of Lansingburgh, replied in a neat speech. Among other things, he paid a handsome compliment to the lamented Jesse Buel. He concluded with this toast:— The New York State Fair, andthe Fair of New York roud position which New State. He called up the Rev. Mr. Cotman, who gave :— WThe great ‘subsoil plough, universal education. Here, asthe company was breaking up, “Mr. Ferauson rose to pay a splendid compliment to Mr. Wadsworth, of Genessee. He wished him to prose- cute breeding in all its branches. Cou. Stowe here made some remarks on the clergy of the United States, which called up The Rev. Mr. Cnourns. He made some appropriate re- marks. He concluded by announcin, ng. the names of the committee appointed last evening. He also desired that public lectures might be delivered throughout the State onagriculture, and that the Society would take the sub- ject immediately into consideration, Mr. Corman followed with some remarks on the cle: and their influence upon agriculture. He then made some beautiful and happy remarks upon women, and the position they occupy in relation to this subject. His re- marks were sometimes very humorous, and elicited great applause. It is impossible to do them justice in our lim- its. ‘sr. Batowrn, of Syracuse, made some remarks, but the company were breaking up and we could not hear them. Remarks. Everything at the dinner passed off with the feeling. The company were greatly and Jone delighted with the Hon. Adam Ferguson of Waterstown, Canada, a member, we believe, o the present legislature at Toronto. He made many friends and well-wishers. py ere were occasional sallies of wit, and inter- change of repartee which kept a delightful flow of ua Tt was the great closing festival of the Fair, and will be long remembered by the friends of aj ture. c (Corresponden ada, of the Herald.) Kinaston, Sept. 26, 1842. Progress of the Civil Revolution in Canada—Sir Charles Bagot’s Sensation—Seat of Government. James Gorvon Beyyerr, Eso., New Yor« Hx- RALD :— Dear Sir :— : Since [ last addressed you relative tothe changes in our provincial government, but little of interest to your readers has transpired. Some very curious changes have taken place, which are worth record- ing, as evidence of the frailty of human nature, and the power of gold in dispelting political principles, which one (judging from the language of their possessors,)} would suppose were immutable as the decrees of fate, but exverience teaches us the un- certainty of all professions, and inclines us to be suspicious of all. A resolution was proposed to the House of Assembly by Mr. Dunscomb, the member for Beauharnois, commendatory of the changes lately made in the ministry, and expressing a confi- dence in the present junction of parties, which are as dissimilar as whigs and locos. The source from which it emanated was unexpected, and astonished many of both parties; the member who proposed it had hitherto been a staunch tory, eschewing every thing radical, and supporting the late Sydenham ad- ministration to the utmost of his ubility. The time chosen tor its proposition was also to be wondered at. A vote of confidence expressed ina ministry who had not entered upon their duties. This would appear rather premature, more especially as Mr. Dunscombe had always strenuously opposed several ofthe individuals composing that ministry. Mr. Danscombe’s brother had just received an appointment within the gift of government—it has since been revoked! The measure provoked much personal abuse and discussion. It was opposed by many of the members on account of this implied confidence, amended materially, and passed the House by a sweeping majority. 34 " The debates on the subject were very interesting toone conversant with the politics of the country, as many of the members were unaccustomed to make conciliatory speeches, and room was there- fore given for recrimination on the part of those who withstood the tide. : The next change to be recorded is the appoint- ment of T. C. Ayiwin, to be Solicitor-General for Canada East, vacant since the elevation of the Hon. C.D Day, to the Bench. Mr. Aylwin has long been the most inveterate opponent of Mr. Hincks, the Luspector-General, who forms one of the Cabinet now in power, and has abused him in the strongest languaze his imagination could sug- gest, when the address of His Excellency was in progress of discussion. He now dines, walks and talks with him familiarly. Mr. Small, a very worthy and consistent man, has received the ap- yoinunent of Solicitor-General for Canada West. r. Gwinard, mentioned in my last cemmunica- tion, has refused the office of inspector of Crown Lunds, lately offered to him, and a special messen- ger has been sent to persuade him of its benefits. A question has arisen, which is to be brought be- fore the house to-day, relative to the seat of gov- ernment; a despatch has been received from the home government relative to the subject, and much anxiety is shown by the Kingstonians, fearing as they do, the loss of that which has served to build up their town. It is not yet known, in what man- ner it is tobe decided, whether by the vote of the house, or peremptorily by the crown; if leit to the vote of the house, it will most assuredly leave Kingston. The inhabitants of Kingston are in the early receipt of about $130,000 from the mem- herane the house, yet, they make but little effort to gratify or please them; a wholesale system of impo- sition is carried on by many who lose sight of the advantages wit ch might accrue to them, were it permanent. There are no public amusements, and but few private entertainments ; as to the town it- self, it boasts of no attraction, except its locality. A measure is also to be brought before the house, which hasreceived His Excellency’s sanction, pre- posing a duty on American produce, which now en- ters duty free. Thisis found to be absolutely ne- cessary for the protection of the agricultural inte- rests of the Province, pardioalarly the eastern town- ships, who are be lled to pay heavy duties on their exports to the United States. Philadelphia. (Correspondence of the Herald.} Putrapevruia, Saturday Afternoon, October 1, 1842. Matters and Things in Brotherly Love. James Gorpon Bennett, Esq. Dear Sir :— October opens upon us here with a bright sun, clear beautiful sky, delightful atmosphere, and alto- gether the weather is really heavenly. Our morals are also improving. ‘The devil left town yesterday for New York, to look after some stock operations. The Grand Jury this morning returned a true bill for murder against Milton J. Alexander. Our finan- ciers will be also indicted on the Saturday preceding the day of judgment. Great slate of things in politics in Philadelphia. The approaching election will be a warm one, and one of the queerest that ever took place in these parts. There are four parties scattered throughout the city and county—whigs, democrats, incorrup- tibles, and Tyler men, besides several other cliques with small heads and large tails. The incorruptibles and whigs have met secretly in caucus and agreed to go together. The former were bought by the latter, at ten per cent off for cash down. It is all understood between them that the whigs are to vote the incorruptible county ticket, while the in- corruptibles are to rig the whig city and county ticket. They will cheat each other if they can. In other words, the whigs are te send the incorruptibles to the Legislature [two-thirds of the names on the ticket are good whigs,] while the incorruptibles are to give them the State House Row, with all the pickings and stealings. A rare and rich piece of political virtue, piety, purity, and integrity. The whigs appear to entertain no more fear for their city ticket than they do of going down below —far below. The democrats and Tyler men are completely identified, bound up together, and are both battling hard for the victory in the Mayor and Councils, as well as for the success of the city and county, and county tickets. ‘They are very san- co ‘In consequence thereof the price of gincocks isen 15 per cent. : ; Pipe-laying and colonizing is now doing to a large extent. BS much of the latter species of sin against the elective franchise was never before kaown, All the manufacturies of fraud and corruption are now in active operation. The wages of sin have improved 10 per cent, and if New York wants a large supply, sufficient to bring down fire and brim- stone fron keaven, we will be ready to furnish you with any quantity of rascality after our election, and in time tor yours. Tell Glentworth and his friends to get ready their funds. We can supply equal to $10,000, and will take the pay in coon skins or soap- suds, or anything you have. We think we can sink ary York in wickedness, and then take all her trade. Dr. Lardner commences, at the Chesnut street theatre, on Monday evening, his historical sketches of the French Revolution, with the tableaux vi- vans, The pit of the theatre has been converted into aparguette. Price to all parts of the house 50 cents, ese representations, it is believed, will have a splendid run. There is much about them, Louis Garcin, an Italian, convicted of attempting to set fire to a seed store he kept, at the corner of Lombard street and Price’s Court, was sentenced this morning, in the br end to six.months in the penitentiary. If he had only robbed a bank he would have been admitted into good sree. _— ailroad, Sale y:—7 Wi 94: 43 ditto, 9: 36 Girard Bank, li. air ‘The courts are doing a tremendous naturalization business today. Hard swearing—plenty of it. The new Nisi Prius Court is going to be a nice thie ioe the Prothonotory of the Supreme Court. y don’t Captain Tyler have some other organ in this city than the Evening Express? This paper is considered the vulgarist, lowest, most foul mouthed sheet, Slatoriagtc be respectable, ever is- sued in Philadelphia, The editor not only fills his paper with bitter, ager oat political slang, but at- tacks most unjustly and violently every person who refuses to advertise at his bidding. Spy. New Orleans, (Correspondence of the Herald.) | New Orteans, Sept. 22, 1842 | Texian Movements— Trade— Cotton—Banks— The- atricals, Dear Sm :— Letters reached here yesterday, confirming the surrender of Laguna, without resistance tothe Mexi- cans. An armed force of 1500 citizens had mustered at Campeachy, and were on their way to join the forces under Chapotin, a few leagues from the city. Com. Moore was hourly expected, and it was ex- pected would intercept the Mexicans with their prizes, which had sailed from Vera Cruz. In astorm on the coast of Cuba, the steamship Natchez, besides a number of vessels, have been lost. In our river, four splendid steamers have been snagged within afew days, and all with full cargoes. Business will commence early. We are receiv- ing large quantities of goods trom the north and Europe—specie is coming in trom eyery point of the compass to purchase goods, and the banks are purchasing up this article to be prepared for the day of resumption, which is fast approaching. There. is, however, very little confidence placed in any of them. The commissioners of the liquidating banks, are busily engaged in ageing abuses, while the late president and cashier of the Atchafalaga Bank, have been sued for the excess of issues [about $300,000}—and it is hinted, that the cashier [C. Harrod) who was thrust ugon the stockholders, as commissioner, will lose his place, and deservedly so. He ought never to have been appointed, as he and the president (J.W. Eivedion were sounieant of all that has taken place in that bank since 1838. This wh since 1834, has above all others in the union, been cursed with a set of financiers and swindlers, that would be a disgrace to Botany Bay. The amount of misery and distress, which they have entailed upon this community, will take years to get rid off. The people have now lost all confidence in banks, and if any ot them should resume, it will be impos- sible for them to do any business for the next two years tocome. The TDETCDARIS Mtoe that are left} and people, have learned to do without them. Union, City, Canal, and Commercial stocks, which. last year would have been sold for ty per cent of their par yalue, could not be sold for half of that now, in fact none will invest in stocks, while they are conducted so badly. an The sugar crop is very promising, and unless we have an early frost, it will be very large. Old sugar has advanced since the tariff, one cent and a half per pound. Cotton has been dull this week, but the crop promises large, and of very good quality. Theatricals will go on swimmingly this winter. A splendid balding wall be erected on the ruins of the American in Poydras street. Caldwell, poor fellow, am afraid will not be able to build; he seems to be broken-hearted and deserted. He has put forth project after project, but all would not do. The hotels are refitting in teat splendor, and ex- pect to do a great business. New Orleans, after all, were it not for those cursed financiers, would be herself again in less than a twelve month. It is the great mart, and ever will be the great metropolis of the south west. No where in the world, is capital and enterprise so well rewarded. * a New Orveans, Sept. 23, 1842. IR + This morning at half past three. the old Camp street theatre was destroyed by fire, supposed to have been the work of an incendiary. It was oc- cupied as an auction mart. The weather for several days has been very gloomy, and has retarded very much business trans- actions. The cotton market has been very quiet, some 2000 bales have been sold, prices are drooping. Flour is exceedingly dull Sales of one lot on the levee at $2,94, though $3,20 is the peneral aski price. A cargo was taken yesterday for Jamaica, understand, at $3,124. A , Vessels are arriving daily in distress, from dam-, age sustained in a late storm in, the gulf. Fears are entertained for the safety of the “Merchant” steamer, due four days ago. from Galveston. ‘The bond tor $50,00 of the Cashier of the Atcha. falaya Bank, on which the sureties are Thomasand William Morgan, sugar planters at the English Town, has been put in suit, and the papers prepara- tory to a suit against the persaent cashier, and di- rectors, have been handed in to the District Court. The yellow fever is now pretty severe on stran- TS who have} arrived here within ten or fifteen va past On examining the records at the Chari- ty vital yesterday, I find the admissions have been chiefly of such this week. Lovisiana. Charleston, 8. ©. {Correspondence of the Herald.] Cuarcxston, S.C., Sept. 26, 1842. Great and Destructive Fire in Charleston, J. G. Bennett, Esq:— Dear Sir :— Last evening, about nine o’clock, the cry of fire was heard through our usually quiet streets, and shortly after old St. Michaels pealed out its warning notes, calling together firemen, loafers, thieves, rob- bers, niggers, &c., as well as decent citizens. The fire was ina large range of new and substantial buildings known as “‘Preoleaus block.” The reer of the stores has been built within a year or two, and the fronts repaired, granite basements, and other costly work having been put upon them. ‘The range contained five stores, three of which were occupied. The fire was discovered in the rear of the one occupied by J. C. Burckmyer, as a commission house rr. B.’s stock was not large at this time, although he is one of our “heaviest” men. He hai reduced his insurance about half within a month st. ae | was saved from his store, not even ‘is books. His notes, cash, &c., he always kept in a small trunk, which was safe in the vaults of the Union Bank. The fire then extended to John S. Jones’s extensive oil and paint store, and from the nature of his stock the conflagration was most fu- rious; he is said to be a heavy loser, and but par- tially insured. The next store was occupied by Lanneau, as a wholesale grocery and provision store, and here the heat from burning bacon, mo- lasses, &c., was very intense. His was in- sured for $10,000, which will cover his losses. Dur- ing the burning of this store a severe explosion oc- curred, supposed to be from gun powder, scattering bricks, tile, &c., among the firemen and citizen: but happily without injury to any one. stor on the north and south ends of the block were un- occupied, and were but partially burnt. The range of buildings is insured in the Charleston Insurance and Trust Company, for $40,000, and the same office has about $40,000 more on the different stocks. Di- rectly to the north of the burnt buildings, separated by a narrow street, is Vendue Range, and serious fears were entertained that the fire would extend to the stores and warehouses on that street: under this idea several of the auctioneers moved their stocks of goods, causing to some of them considerable loss by theft, mud, water, &c. This was peculiarly the case with the goods of Mr. Bude, Milner, and c- kel. They will, however, have a claim on the underwriters. Levy and A. Tobias also re- moved their goods. At one time the stores opposite the burning buildings were in great danger, but for- tunately, the fire was confined to the block on which itcommenced. The wind was high from the east, and had the fire crossed East Bay itis probable we a have had a similar conflagration to that of 1838, “ Ex pede Herculem.” ipar eta Bennett, Esq.:— m— ‘our paper of to-d you speak of the Attor- ney General’s having lost reputation during the late trial, as a man of talent and education. The learned ntleman’s talents may be first-rate, but a school- would be ashamed of his grammar. Take the following, example from his examination of a French witness through an interpreter;— “* Ask her, when she first see the letters! !”” This was repeated twice in the same words—but the lady was very ceayeat, and did not give a direct answer. The learned attorney, therefore, for the third time, said— Ask her when she first seen the letters!!! _ So much for grammar. Subsequently, in address- ing the jury, he exclaimed, “ but this is not/a case that requires any rheto-rorical display.” I confess I do not understand this, it may therefore be correct; consequently I decline doing any more than naming it to you confidentially—lest “I should be written down an ass,” Sworn. Bankrupt List. SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK. Carl Klauberg, cutler, N. Y. James F. Cooke, N. Y. ‘Thomas R. Tanner, N. Y. Henry C. Sleight, Pleasant In Je Marshall |, Philadelp! Miogg wis i. —— late firm Spencer an mente Court of Common Pleas. Oct. 1.—Before Judges Ulshoeffer, Ingraham and Inglis. Decisions.—John Westervelt, Jr., V8 Monmouth B. Hart. —This was a motion for attachment against the Sheriff, in not making seasonable return. An execution for $360 had been given to Mr. Hubbell, deputy sheriff, against Samuel M. Wiseman, as drawer, and Edwin L. B. Brooks aud Wm. B. Fash, as endorsers on a note. He levied upon Wise- man’s furniture, the non-exempt portion of which was in- t, then struck upon and advertised Fasb’s real es- n which other executions exist, instead of proceed- nst the personal property of Brooks. The Court that the rule to show cause had been served « day too soon, and on that account the motion is denied. Joel G. Stone v8. Charles G. Christman.—A verdict of $126 had been obtained against defendant, as a common carrier, subject to correction by the court, which altered the award ‘0 $33. Motion is made for re-consideration, solely Piers te costs, Order revoked, and original nding of jury confirmed,the plaintitts to receipt a to opinion of the Court. . a oe Cunningham § Harris vs. Monmouth B. Hart.—Relative to writ of fiera fasias, which had been settled—Sheriff dis- charged from ‘attachment, without costs; provided, he makes return within five days. Martine Court, Qer, 1.<-Before Judge Sherman. wie |. Gandon vs. Abel M. Quimby,—The plaintiff i «a dentist from the State of Maine and Ye now abet ne visit there. ‘The defendent and his family resided in War- ren street. His lady’s teeth becoming imperfect, Dr. G. im- portuned her repeatedly, (as stated by a sweet-looking fe- tale friend of Mrs...) to give him the job of making her a beautiful new set, removing all that remained, except- ing the six front upper ones, which were sound, to enable him to doso. On assurance of the ease and beauty, and good service of new ones, she finally consented, agreeing to pay $60 when the teeth were perfected. When finish- 1, they were placed in her mouth, but did gmgat, and she could neither talk nor spit with them, asst Rane, to say nothing of the duty required of them when sitting down, with a good appetite, to a hearty dinner. In vain the Doctor altered them—in vain assured her that they would accommodate themselves to her gums, and fit by and-bye—her mouth continued to become still more in- flamed, still after seven months of pain and torture, she ave up the idea of trying them any longer. Tweive dol- lars had been paid on a cast being taken of the mouth, and An eminent dentist who had not been well made— id not shut together square, n dit suit is brought for the balance. emamined the teeth, said the; the upper and lower rows and therefore rendered mastification and articulat ficult—asmall gold band (which the counsel fer called a bucket handle,) extended from one sii other of the upper teeth, pasting over the sound 010 front, but chafing and injuring the eye-teeth—the pins which fastened the pivot joint of the two rows were not placed one immediately above the other as they should have been, so that when the mouth opened the upper row would be drawn back, and the lower press- ed forward, thus distorting the gums. Mrs. Q. kept the teeth, which were set in gold. The jury gave a verdict for plaintiff of $8. For plaintiff, Mr. Allen.—For defendent Mr. Mulock. Cireult Court, Oct. 1—Before Judge Kent. Hine! wae Williams vs. Benjamin FP. Bigelow.—This was an action fer libel, the damages laid at $10,000. Mr. Wil- liams was a merchant in geod standing, ai Goshen, and the defendant a somewhat extensive carriage nu. facturer, Some difficulty had occurred between them,— The defendent went South on business, and wrote several anonymous letters to the creditors amd acquaintance of laintifft, reflecting upon his credit and character. The letters had the effect apparently intended. Mr. Williams was struck upon, his business broken up, and, so far as pecuniary matters went, completely ruined. No defence wasoffered. The anonymous letters were traced to de- fendent by several witnesses. Verdict for plaintiff, $1000 damages, and aix cents costs. For plaintiff, Mr, Josiah Howe. Court Callendar—This Day. Surenton Count-—Nos. 1, 4, 6,6, 7, 10, 11, 12, 18, 14, 16, 16. Cincurr Count.—Nos. 82, 105, 115, 124, 125, 16, 21, 48, 180 to 140, 297. Common Pkeas, —Part 1—Nos, 149, 39, 139, 79, 103, 23, 95, 61, 53, 65, 81, 129, 133, 161, 169. Part 2—Nos. 102, 6, 24, 28, 34, 46, 60, 62, 54, 62, 122, 130, 170, 186. Andre Papers. To tne Eprror or Tux Heraup :— Allow one of, your readers to Sane the plea- sure he has derived from the perusal of the papers published in the Herald, relating to the case of Mac jor Andre. They are not only highly interesting in themselves, but valuable historical documents The thanks of the public are due to Colonel Beekman for permitting this use to be made of them. _ In re- ard to one of your queries, it will be seen in Sparks” ite of Arnold (p 239) thathe had the originals be- fore him in writing that work, and that he hasgiven a brief account of their contents. i Mr. Sparks also mentions other papers, (Life of Arnold, p. 222,) which can be hardly less interesting or important. These are the testimony of Paulding, Williams, and others, at the trial of Joshua Smith. It is also known, that Lafayette, Knox, and other officers of high rank were examined at the same time; and as this trial was in the nature of a court martial, the testimony was undoubtedly taken down in nee. The records of this testimony are pro- pS in the possession of Colonel Beekman, asthey would naturally accom the pare which you have published. Will not Colonel Beekman extend his liberality still further, and allow these papers to meet the publictye through the same chanel. THE NEW YORK COLLEGE OF MEDICINE ND PHARMACY. £STABLISHED FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF QUACKERY, ‘AS met with the most Jented success since its com Tmencement, particular t incipled pretende y Raining streny aunprit jenders, wi i vigor under the judicious treatment of the college. ‘he follow ing preparations have already obtained a eelebricy un- paralelled in Sekt ne THE UNRIVALLTED TONIC MIXTURE. A certain cure for all forms of dyspepsia, low sp appetite, lassitude, cutaneous eruj Giaposition to consumption, and all complaints arising i ement of the uervious system, It aay be also used with great success in cases of fever and ague, and as n pre ventative te yellow fever. Sold in bottles or $1 and $2 each. THE ANOPYNE LINIME! ‘or the cure of rheumatic pains, colic, bi sprains, spi- , ervous headache, pains in the eines, and imme. diate and permanent relief guaranteed. Sold in bottles, 75 cts each, THE PARISIAN ALTERATIVE MIXTURE. For the care of all cases of a delicate disease, or for pains in the boues, eruptions, sore throat, of any other distressing symp- toms, produce \dicious use of mercury, °F by an A in ‘bout $i and $2 each. MF] AR IBILOUS CATHARTIC PILL, ‘or the cure ofall derangements of the liver, purifying Jood, exciting the whole alimentary canal health; actiqn, nd giving new vigor to the vital powers, atively superceding the drastic purgatives of enders. THE FEMALE RESTORATIVE PILL. For the cure of those complaints peculiar to the female sex, to restore preserve the regular action of the female organs, ee rections ome as to use, sold in ae oN eT LEY COOPER'S PILL. For he care of cutaneous eruptions, cout, chronic rheuma tismy organs, He FRENCH ANTIPHEOGIsTIC MIXTURE, 5 \e harues from the urcthwa. “Bold in bottles at" 30 cents : ALING POWDER, ra eee tice: end supectotl mecmraiions of ach. of the following 644 “Sonaway. ion, 127 Bowery. Hudson street. ‘48 Grand street. street 164 Ful t, Brook! ipal offce ot the College for’ New York, at 97 Nastwa By order, 7 ONG RICHARDSON, Agent an23 3mr SUPPR . SION OF QUACKERY (G-IMPOKs ANT ANNOUNCEMENT 4% ‘Hi OLLEGE 0} MEDICINE & PHARMACY ESPECTFULLY inform the citizens Ri inves sopined tos Sowaatocthowe bak Bassett, 644 Broadway. » M. Goren, 127 Bowery. 27 street. hn +m Fulton street, Brooklym, . Bro: ‘The Preparations of the College may now be had of those entleme| oa College for NewEngland,at 5 Tremont Pri of the College for New York, at 97 Nassau “pie scene 3 Mioumpso: Agent. Rowe HAN gts Brosfeets New Fontes" ‘vison hee venpeseed like 1 , Foxuteiae, and Italien Maries; in re'and introduced into the ci lassie style. i 11 orders for erecting foun 4. water having heen Rati Mr. L. ‘willbe pleased to. execute u ashe has many yea) one forge a Cont Pa bent a alee ing New York city references, at- pe .¥h panetaality and dexpatch, a7 tne ~~gapys PATENT com 3 Hitt tier, sumoleand efficient apyaratis ie ndayte « to all "T'pmrgons of Veutlacign, © Shiga Geeamboats, arches, Hostal, Prisons, Mines, Vales Be. te may boa tion be kept free from all foul air and unwholes: me eff Hae an sseriber having ‘purchased the tabi fer the City’ and County of New Vork, is prepared to sapply the public with Met ‘of all descriptions (urnished in any part of the country. roton Pipes Work in general. Also, oneal ten oh oad arholagales Biove open, bash Fabs coal bode Peet Crerstby lees amended work wi jan orders by Teter attended i 120 Water street. a%