The New York Herald Newspaper, January 4, 1843, Page 2

NEW YORK HERALD. New York, Wednesday, January 4, 1843. Governon’s Message.—The Message of Governor Bouck was received at this office by special express last night. We designed to lay it at length before the public to-day; but upon examination we find its recommendations and suggestions were 18 @ measure anticipated by us some time since. In some respects, however, the document is unique, curious, and apro- Court of Inquiry on board the North Carolt Firra Day—Janvary 3. Thecabin was much crowded this morning. The mi- Dutes of last session of the Court having been read and ap- Proved, the examination of Lieutenant Gansevort was re- sumed; previously to this, however,Commander McKenzie made an application to the Court for an order to keep his witnesses apart from the crew of the Noth Carolina, he having learned that the former were daily mixing with the latter. Commodore Stewart decided that Commodore Jones alone as the commanding officer of Capt. McKenzie, pos to matters peculiarly interesting to the people of | could receive and answer the application. this State, and in this aspect we shall take occasion to revfew it hereafter. Denates in Conaress.—We have every reason to believe that the debates in Congr*ss during the pre- sent session, will be the most interesting, witty, and good humored, philosophical and useless, that ever took place inthat body. We have no idea that they will pass any laws of any importance, except the appropriation bills, and their own pay bills This is quite enough. The rest of the session should be devoted to President-making—and funny speeches about nothing. We have already given the two crack speeches of the session—Mr. Arnold’s and Mr. Reynolds’—speeches that have had a pro- digeous run—and ample popularity. We trust that these gentlemen will often open their mouths—and jet the diamonds roll away. Itisa relief to read such speeches, in these dull days of defalcation and dishonesty, Presipent Ma: —This ‘delightful species of manafacture, is making a very rapid progress throughout the country. To-day we give a flaming description of Clay’s re- ception in New Orleans, where he has pitched his tent for the winter. Old Harry is certainly going ahead—and the “family jars” of the demecrats help him along wonderfully. The Van Buren and Calhoun men, are also very busy in Mobile, in Tus caloosa, in Georgia, in North Carolina, in Phila- delphia, and elsewhere. All these are merely specks inthe horrizon. The great contest is a long way ahead. Mr. Clay’s chance certainly is improving. Tue Somers’ Tracepy.—We continue the re port of the evidence taken in this case by the Court of Inquiry yesterday. It is deeply interesting, and will have a most important influence on the cha- racter of the navy and the nation. As yet we have expressed no opinion on the con- duct of McKenzie—nor do we think it is proper to do so, tillall the evidence comes out. At present, however, we ought to say that, thus far, the evidence does not seem to justify the extreme severity of the three executions. We are told, however, that stronger proofs of guilt will be given before the in- quiry be terminated. Very well—we are content to wait and see. Apropos—the ‘Courier and Enquirer” in ex- pressing an opinion that McKenzie, if he simply deemed it necessary, was justified in the execu- tions, applies the same summary mode of reasoning to us, and accuses us of misrepresentation, because, we suppose, the Courier now deems it necessary in his case that we should be so accused. We entirely demur to this mode of reasoning—and consider it as unsylogistic as to “whip with cowhides” every man, until he considers the conduct of McKenzie just and right. We have been very careful not to prejudge or misrepresent McKenzie. It his evi- dence justifies his conductgwe shall be happy to say so. But his narrative is betore the world—and that is certainly a subject of criticism in many points of view. Now, in relation to this narrative, we are not alone in considering it one of the most extraordinary that ever emanated from an officer of any service, in any nationunderheaven. The bad taste in its style— the trivial incidents and horrid execution—the ambi- tious effort at fine writing—and the awful catastro- phe at the yard arm—the strange jumble of pious ideas, insignificant circumstances, patriotic senti- ments, and over charged figures of speech, which characterize it from beginning to end, create a feel- ing of horror in the mind, that cannot be described. We believe this“ narrative” is fwnigue in the his- tory or the literature of any natioa. It does not seem to be written by a human being, with the ordinary feelings of nature. In order that we may not be charged with misrepresenting Commander McKenzie, we shall republish this awful paper, in his own words, accompanied with suitable note and comment, literary, moral, and philosophical. We consider this awful narrative one of the most wonderful literary productions of any age. Byron’s shipwreck in Don Juan, is boy’s play to it. ‘Tue Latest Deratcation—Nicoii’s.—According to the rumors in Wall street, it is now believed that the defalcation of Mr. Nicoll, the late Secretary of the New York Life and Trust Company, is the largest that has taken place there since that o! Samuel Swartwout’s came out. Mr. Nicoll was, in addition to his secretaryship, an executor for several large estates; hus annual in- come from all sources was supposed to be $10,000 perannum. The researches and investigation are now going on, but when the discoveries may be an- nounced we know not. In the mean time the in- quiry is made—“ what has become of Mr Nicoll?” We rather suspect he took passage to Liverpool in the last Cunard steamer. He disappeared from New York on Saturday week last—on which day the mails were made up for the Boston steamer. If so, on his arrival in England, he will probably make his way to France, for in England he is not, under the treaty, sufe from arrest. We should not be surprised if this case exceeded $100,000, or even went as far as $200,000. What a terrible wreck of honor, integrity, and sagacity, has been made in Wall street of late years! Every fresh development exceeds the preceding. The amount of property that has been lost, squandered, or plundered by the mis anagement of Trust Com- panies, Insurance Companies, and Banks, inclu- ding also, State, City and General Government of- ficers, siace 1837, have exceeded $20,000,000 in NEw York city alone. One half of this property be- longs to retired citizens, widows, orphans, and per- sons out of business. Many of these have been re- duced to beggary and ruin by the dishonesty of agents and managers. What has led to all tion ? Extravagance in dress—extravagance in eating— extravagance in drinking—extravagance in giving soirées, balls, parties—and in the aflectation of being callee reapectable and fashionable. Among the edu- cated, religious and higher orders of society, there appears to be a perfect destruction of all mo rinci- ple—all integrity—all sense or propriety of conduct. How often do we see the greatest knaves—the most dishonest financiers—the most corrupt scoundrels, assume to themselves all the airs of fashion, respecta- bility and superiority over the honest and more mo- dest classes! Such persons plunder the widow and this terrible demoraliza- Commodore Jones then erdered that the witnesses frem on board the Somers should not be allowed to hold any com- munication with any of the crew of the North Carolina. Capt. McKenzie then presented to the Court the follow- ing paper, which was read by the Judge Advocate :— “As an impression may have gone abroad that the muti- ny arose from tyranny on the part of the commanding of ficer, it concerns me to show that no such eause existed on board the The mutineers on board the British fleet during the wars of the French revolution grew ont of ne disloyalty, but long continued grievances, which al- though the ring-leaders were exceuted, were afterwards solemnly redressed. ‘Che mutiny of the “ Hermione,” was occasioned by the systematic cruelty of her captain, an broke forth in consequence of an act of cruelty, which oc- asioned the death of two of her men. The mutiny of the “Bounty,” likewise, grew out of the cruelty of her cap- tain to his officers and the men, and was directly provoked by a gross insult to one of his officers. The mutiny on board the French frigate, the “ Medusa,” was provoked by the incapacity and want of calmness in the commander and his officers. It, therefore, concerns me as principal otticer on board the “ Somers,” to prove that while in com- mand of her, and also on other vessels 1 have had the hon- or to command, that there was no cruelty, no disregard to the feeling of those under my command, none of the weak- nesses nor incapacities which might provoke insubordina- tion, or encourage it to go on, no want of humanity. My object in this, is to state that Lieut. C. H. Rogers, who has been with me on board the same ship for two years, is now in town on his way to Washington, on important business, and my request is that he may be examined when Lieut. Gansevort shall have given all his evidence.” The Jupce Apvocare then said, that the decision on this request could not be properly given until after Lieut. Gansevort had concluded his testimony. _ The Court acquiesced in the propriety of this sugges- tion, and the examination of Lieut. Ganesvort was then resumed. On the morning of the day the men were executed, Commander McKenzie ordered me to arm all! the petty of ficers that I thought were true. He expressed a wish y should be armed before. As I had not myself full confidence in them I discouraged it. He had suggested it be- fore, but Idiscouraged it. On this morning i obeyed the order, and] armed the men. ‘The petty officers that were true to the flag, were seven in number. The Com- mander ordered me after they were armed, to report to him. He then addressed them and gave them their orders. Juper Apvocate —Mr. Gansevoort, you have stated that when Commander McKenzie advised the arming of ‘he petty officers you had discouraged the idea—had you any onusoto doubt their loyalty? \.—I had none other than my conversation with them, which convinced me they were not true in a great mea. sure. The Commander gave them their orders, which were, as near as I can recollect, that ifthey saw an attempt made to rescue the prisoners, to put them to death, the prisoners and those who made the attempt—if they saw the prison- ers forward of the mainmast, and in communication with the crew, to destroy them and to keep a watchful eye up- onthe crew; if they saw any mutinous attempt to use theirarms upon them. I forgot to mention that the letter addressed to the officers was sent on this day (the 30th.) ‘The object of it was to form a council to ascertain the guilt of Midshipman Spencer, Cromwell and Small, and as to the best course to pursue. We collected in the where we spent the day in examining witness. it was about six o’clock that the Commander ordered me to break up the council as he considered the vessel in danger, and ordered me to send the officers out and show a force about the decks. I have the original letter sent about me; shall [send for it, sir? Ae I am only desirous of finding out whether the letter directed you to inquire into the guilt of the three, or into the whole crew. The witness here sent for the letter. Q—Mr. Gansevoort, before you go further let me ask yeu how many of the crew did you examine, and how did you examine them? A.—I administered an oath to them, the copy of which I have about me; those who could write, wrote their names, and those who could not, made their marks. The depositions are in the handwriting of Mr. Haskell, in pen- cil, and are at present in his possession; a copy of them is in the possession of the commander. Jopce Apvocate.—I do not mean to go into those ex- aminations. Did Commander McKenzie mean that there was danger from the crew or from the elements? A.—From the crew, sir; the investigation was continued on the next morning. Q.—At what time? A.—About nine o'clock; T am not positive. Q.—How. many of the crew did you examine on the previous day? A.—Eight ornine. Q.—Were they petty officers? (ANAoaY Ol thems acran cree apprentices, some whom. I supposed to be concerned in the mutiny; the Comman- der was exceedingly anxious to know the result of the investigation. Q—How long time was occupied in the examination of the next day? A.—Not long; I was not present at the whole of it, as necessary for me to be on deck. Were thé persons examined on the second day the same as on the first day, or others? A.—Others; I reported the to the Commander as soon as the council came to a decision; I told him that [ would hand him the answer in writing as soon as it was copied. I told him what opiuion we had come to, and i he expressed a wish to have the letter immediately in his hands; there was considerable delay owing to some mistake made in copying it; | handed it to him, he read it, and showed it to Midshipman Spen- cer. Have you that letter? 1 presume that the Commander has the original of it. [The original letter was here prodnevd and identified by the witness as thet one addressed to the officers by the Commander; and the original letter in reply was also pro- duced and identified.] After handing the letter to the Commander, I went to my duty, leaving him in conversation with Mr. Spencer. Iwas not near enough to hear what Mr. Spencer said in reply to the Commander ; I supposed there was a conver- sation from their manner ; when Tsaw them again, Mr. Spencer had a letter in his hand; the Commander was seated near him with papers, and appeared to be writing ; Idid not hear any conversation Venom them at this time ; the Commander had before this ordered me to sta- tion the men who were to take the prisoners under the main-yard to be executed ; he told me two of the highest rank fo take Mr. Spencer; by the by, I ought to have mentioned that before th: had asked for permission to take leave of Mr. Spencer; he took my hands in both of his, and earnestly begged my forgiveness for the many in- juries he had done me ; he told me that his punishment Was a just one’; he didn’t object to his sentence, he thought it was right ; that he deserved death, but did not like the way in which the Commander chose to put him to death, or words to that effect, and said that he should have liked a longer time to prepare ; they were then ta: ken to the gangway ; Mr. Spencer ‘and Small on the star- board gangway, and Cromwell on the larboard ; standin, in the gangway near Small, he asked me if | would bi him good-bye, and asked me if I would forgive him? he told me that he deserved his punishment, that he was guilty ; the Commander said to him, “ Small what have Tdoné to you that you don’t ask me to bid you good-bye ?” Small replied ‘I didn’t know, sir, that you would bid a poor b—r like me, good-bye” The Commander said he was sorry that he had todo this, but the safety of the crew and the honor of the flag required it, or words to thateffect. To which he said, “yes, sir, and I honor you for that, and may God bless that Mr. Spencer then asked Small if he wouldn't forgive him? He said “ah! Mr. Spencer, that’s a hard thing for me to do; you brought me to this.” "The Commander then said to Small, “Fo im, Small; don’t go out of the world with any b: ngs in your breast.” Q—Did you hear Small reply? ae went over then tothe other side ofthe deck. Cromwell was sitting on the hammock cloths with the whip round hisneck. He bid me good bye, and asked me tu forgive him, whilsthe held on by my arm. He said that he was innocent, and hoped that we would find it out before six months, or words to that effect. I then went over to the starboard gang-way ai and Mr. Sper called me. Mr. Spencer said to me, “you may have heard that fam acowart, and you may think that I am not a brave man ; you can judge for yoursulf whether I die like a. coward ora brave m Vsteppet down the ladder; Small, | think, then asked permission to address the crew. He said, ““Messmates, shipmate:—I'm vo pirate, I never murdered any body, but 1 only said I wowld—now see what words will do!’ Take warning by me.” He added that his punishment was a just one, it was all right, and said something else which I did not hear. Mr. Spencer had asked permission to join the ordersto fire the gun, which was granted. I heard Smalltell Mr. Spencer after his speech, that he was all ready. Mr. Spencer after- wards told Browning, the boatswein'’s mate, who W holding him inthe gang-way, thathe hadnt power t give the word, and wished the Commander to give. it.— The Commander immediately give the order “Fire,” or “stand by fire,” Tsung ont “Whip,” and the men were run cer up to the main-y The whips were belayed, the order given to pipe down and pipe to dinner. Previous to the men going to dinner, the Commander asked me how it would do to give three cheers? told him that | thought it would do well; he would be able to tell perhaps who were wrong and who wre right. that if any leader were orphan of their property, and then talk of their res. pectability and family There must be a day of retribution for all this un- exampled wickednessin high places—and in respec- table society. The only so d_ se of principles ex- iste among the middle and lower classes. A large portion of the higher classes—half the clergy, inclu. ding the press in Wall street, are utterly and hope- lessly demoralized and lost Burnine Paorestant Bisurs in Cnanptam, N. Y.—We learn that the burning of the bibles in Champlain, was perpetrated by the order of a Cath lie priest from Canada—by none of those under the jurisdiction of Bishop Hughes. It seems there is no chapel nor priest at Champlain—one from Canada came over and ordered it. This is highly probable The Catholic priesthoed in Canada are very intol- erent and ignorant—as much so as any fanatics on this side. Bowron Parrns.—We are again indebted to Harn- den and Co. and Adams and Co., for Boston paper: rometime in advance of the mail left among them they would probably show themselves. The commander then ordered the crew to give three cheers tor the American flag, which they dil; hearty ones they were; he then went to dinner, and after the men had hung about an hour, the commander ordered me to hand them over to their re pective messmates and have them de- cently laid out; after they were laid out the commander and myself walk: und and inspected them; they were after- wards sewed in their hammock, and Mr. Spencer placedjin 4 coffin made out of two chests: they were buried by can- die light about 7 o'clock, and all at the same time; it had been squally in the afternoon, and we were obliged to co- ver the bodies rder to keep them descent; I omitted a conversation Ihad with Small; on the day’ after there were four men confined ; the 30th, I think; i said to him, mall, you see we have taken more ‘prisoners; do you know of any others at large from whom we may appre- pend danger?” He said, “that was ahard thing for him to say.” I then asked him “if Cromwell was not engaged with Mr, Spencer in this plot?” He replied “it was hard for bim ‘ #ay; they had been very intimate together, and he had seen »e. Spencer give Cromwell more money than id like to give himor lend him either.” 1 said to he hi at's not the thing, | want a p nswer to a in question; is not Cromwell deeply engaged with Mr, pencer in this plot te take the the officers ?” He replied, “if any body on board the brig is, he is, sir.” J said Ithought so, and waited afew minutes alongside of him, a our conversation then cuased Q. by Jupar Apvocate—Who beside Spencer were then in confinement? A.—Wileon, McKinley, McKie, and Green; | have omitted also a conversation | had with Speneer two or three days after he was put in irons ; he said he wished to have some conversation with me, but his mind was not then in a proper state to talk about it; 1 asked him if he would send for me when he felt di to converse, and he promised to send for me ; next morning about 10 o'clock T went to him and asked if he was ready to make any com: inunication to me; heeommenced conversation by saying e that he “bad this plot on board of every ves: heen in; that was in the John Adams and the Potomac ; he said that he knew it would et him into difficuity ; that he had tried to break himself of it, but it was impossible ; it was a mania with him ;” I think he wished me to men- tion it to the commander ; at this moment, sir, I do not recollect any thing more. Q.—Did you mention it to the commander? A.—I did so, but I am not positive how soon after. Q—By Jupar Avvocarx—Was there any change in the conduct of the men after the execution ? ir; Ithink that the orders were obeyed , and there was not so much sullenness in the manner of some of the men. Q.—You stated that at the time of the arrest of Cromwell, you had recollected many things which excited your at- tention. When was that ? A.—At Madeira, when myself, Midshipman Spencer and —— ——, were the only jofficers on board. There was a good deal of work getting in water ; Cromwell grumbled a good deal ; I heard him, myself, say, “ It was da hard duty,” for, which expression 'reproved him atthe time. He did not appear to assist cheerfully in car- rying out my orders, He would repeat my orders while sianding in the forecastle, without making any effort to seethem executed. At another time, before we arrived, I think it was between Madeira and Cape Megarado, I ob- served an absent manner about Cromwell; he was sitting near the forecastle in the forescuttle ; I called to him two imes, I think to pass the bags down ; his manner spectful ; he merely piped the bags down, but let his own bag remain, as I saw it on deck afterwards, He would often fy into most violent fits of rage at small matters. He would also use most blasphemous language towards the boys. I remember once when hauling down the head sails the lacings got jammed; he said, ‘ that jib and stay, and the d—4 fool that invented them.” He Knew that the commander had caused it to be so fitted, as I had told him of it before. When I reproved him for that and other offences, his manner was sulky and sullen. Many other similar instances occurred. . The change of aman’s manner on board ship is very easily observed. could not, however, troceit to any cause until the mutiny was discovered, when my mind at once reverted to Crom- wel’s previous conduct and manners, and many instances of his sullenness. Q ‘as there any change observable in any of the others—if so, where and what ? ‘A.—I observed this man, Small, and the steerage cook, Gallin, frequently talking ‘together in Sp ish, which I’ do not understand; carelessness on the part of Small in doing his duty. Something occurred to the maintop-gallant sail, a sheet carried away, and the yard was slewed down; at the same time the Commander ordered me to shift the top-gallant halyards; Small and Godirey, Goldman and Sullivan, were then doing the duty; they were ordered to bring the sail fresh to the yard; they were avery long time about it, and I had to go.aloft myself, and then tound that the work hed been lone in so slovenly a manner, that I was obliged to do it allover again. ‘fhe manner of all of these men, with the exception of Godfrey, was inclined to be sullen. Did you observe any change in the crew taking place previous to the revelation of the plot ? A.—The men were slack; I noticed it, and had to go among them to drive them to their work. Before we got to Madeira, all went on very well; but afterwards it was quite different. A thousana instances of carelessness in small matters were continually occurring. Q—How far, at the time of the execution, were you from St. Thomas ? A.—Five or six hundred miles; but I’m not positive. More than a day’s sail at any rate. Q.—Can you mention any conversations you had with King and Dickeson further than those you related al- -—What induced you to think that there was any danger of a rescue ? A.—The persons who brought the meals to the prison- ers, McKie, McKinley, Green,Goldeman and Sullivan,and some others whose names I do not recollect; I looks assing from Mr. Spencer and McKie at quarters, and also McKinley; Mr.Wales reported to me one morning that Mr. Spencer was exercising his hands upon a battle axe, ap- parently for the purpose of using it, though of course he could not tell positively ; immediately went on deck, and saw him with his hands onthe axe, and apparently try- ing what use he could make of it while his irons were on; Wilson’s concealment of the knife was mentioned to me by King; I don’t now recollect any other circumstance. Q~—Con you mention any other fact which led you te think immediate execution of the prisoners necessary? A.—Wales told me that McKinley had been trying to takea handspike and knock him down; his manner was such as induced Mr. Wales to cock his pistol and keep it upon ‘im Q.—Was the conduct of the crew improving or other- wise after the arrest of Spencer, Cromwell and Sma!l? A.—Otherwise; the men were gathering in knots about the gangways and f recastle, and talking much together, and Separating on ‘my appearance, and never talking #0 at 1 could hear them, which impressed me with the thought that a rescue was meditated; it was and is my firm belief that they meditated an attack. Q.—You said that when the order “ belay, belay,” was given, the top-gallant mast was carried away. Did you see the cause? A.—I was not on deck then. s eo Cromwe!l state for what you were to forgive im A 0, sir; it was a request of general forgiveness. writing i A.—The Commander has it. Q—When was it found? ;—On the night on which Mr. 8. was con fined. Q—Where? A.—In his: locker, contained in a paper ina looking glass case, with a drawn Chinese looking little thing. Q.—Was it loose in the drawer? A— in the drawer was a razor case, which I open- ed, and founda piece of oiled paper. such as usnally comes round razor cases; there was no razor in the case, Q:—Whiat sort of a case was it? A.—One of those for one razor, with a sliding top. Q—Look at those lists, and see if they were those found? [The razor-case found in Spencer’s locker, was here pro- duced by Capt. McKenzie, and from it the lists prepared by Spencer were taken and hauded tothe witness, who identified them. There were also two pieces of paper with a number of names in Greek characters.) Jupcr Apvocars —Ican make out the names Wilson, McKie and McKinley. . rr. Spencer told me that he had an alphabet of his own, which none could decipher but himself. I told him that these papers had been found. He said he thought so. I think Somesdhown tee papers on the 30th. He read them off in English, and Mr. Delurde took a copy. Super Apvecatx.—Mr. Delarde is here, ishe not? MeKenzir.—He is, Jupoe Apvocartr- to add? Mr. Gansevoort-- Jvupar Apvocate. tions to ask the witness? ; Capt. McKenzie handed a slip of paper with a question non it, to the court for their examination and It was not put. Do you recollect anything yeu wish Ne pt. McKenzie got any ques- Dro} ; MGapt. McKrxzin to the Judge Advocate—Has it been asked before? i Jonor Apvocate.—I'm not sure, sir, but it’s not in legal form at any rate. MeKenztr. en tear it up if you please, sir. Another question was then handed in. Joner Apyocats.—I believe it has been answered al- ready. The question refers to the reason of the Com- mander’s ordering Lt. Gansevoort and Wales net to be seen together, lest it might excite suspicion. I can put it, how. ever. McKenz ir; 1 do not wish to occupy the time , a8 it has been answered before. Q. ny Cart. McKenz1e—Was there not a written rou- tine of duty on board the Somers, and did it not prohibit of tobacco among the apprentices, and were not the midshipmen to journal. AT" ‘sir; have it copied into all the watch-1 kepton deck for the use of the watch, Q. ny Carr. McKenzie—Did not a number of the crew of 4 particular watch, who broke their liberty at Santa Cruz, and were not their names found in Mr. Spencer’s lists? ; A.—Yes, there were, and I recollect that among them were Green and McKinley, whose names were found in the lists of Mr. Spencer. as there any other bright work about the Somers except the arms and fixtures of the guns that required to be kept bright ? A.—No, sir. ;— After the discovery of the intended mutiny, and pre- viously to the ution of the ring-leaders, was the Somers in a condition to have gone into action with any prospect of sustaining the honor of the American flag 7 A.—No, sir, she was not, and I would have been very sorry to have been her first lieutenant if she hi From what you observed and knew of the state and ofthe crew up to the execution, did you then or do you now believe she could have been’ brought safe to port if the execution had not taken place ? 4 not then, nor do I now, believe she could have arrived in the hands of her officers if the prisoners had not been executed. fi Q.—Do you recollect whether Capt. McKenzie ordered you to “blow out the brains of the prisoners,” or ‘‘to de- stroy them” in the case of their attempting to hold any communication with the crew 7 A.—The Commander’s orders to me, were'to ‘destroy them;” but my words in giing these orders were to blow owt their brains; and my reason for using that phraseolo gy, was that we had young officers to deal with, and I felt the importance of putting the ring-leaders to death in case of an attempted rescue; for if the shot were wasted, and essel out of the hands of the prisoners merely wounded and carried forward, they might excite tueir accomplices to carry out the plot. My object was to kill them at once, and perhaps to deter those making the rescue—at all eventste weaken their force Q—Dil you see inthe Commander or any of his offi- ny evidences of despotic authority or unmanly fear, traces of conduct unworthy of American naval of- —The Commander, in my opinion, throughout, con ducted himeelf in the most unceptionable manner; and our country may rejoice in its geod fortune in having a man of such decided charagter and calm determination, placed | in such a responsible situation. : Jupor Apvocare.—Have you any more questions, Cap- tain McKenzie ? MeKenzir.—No, Sir. Jone», Apvoeats.—Has the Court any 7 Com. Stewant.—None. The testi ny of Lt. Gansevort'was then read over, an] was corrected and approved by him. The Court then adjourned ‘till this day at the usual hour, half past 11 o’elock. Sreamer Brrrannia.—This steamer left Boston last Sunday at two o’elock. ‘Thirty-five bushels of newspapers, and sixteen thousand five hundred letters, were sent by this steamer. She carried but nine passengers to Liverpool and two to Halifax. ‘Tae Coupest.—Last night was the coldest of the eason, Before nine o'clock the thermometer waa down to 24 deg ‘Tax Panrine Bexepicrion.—Charles King of the “New York American,” pronounces the following benediction over Governor Seward, as he retires from office :— In the exercise of the appointing power, that most pe- rilous and corrupting of attributes, Gov.’ Seward was Jess fortunate than in the discharge of others of his func- tions. It is indeed of conceded difficulty for a chiet ma- gistrate, invested with such enormous patronage, as the Governor of New York, not to make mistakes; but some of the most objectionable appointments—we confine our- selves to this city—were not mistakes. In giving a most Juable office to such a fellow as Glentworth— the judicial ermine by the promotion to th ant and profligate a tool as M. M, Noah—in a most fit and praiseworthy nomination for Circuit Judge —in preferring from among several the candidate he did for Recorder—Governor Seward did not act from ignor- ance, Hiserrors—and in our eyes they are grievous—were deliberate; but they arose, as we readily believe from a conviotion that the course he pursued was the tout fen quired by the good of his party. Alas! for any r can seem to require oe ara appointments in utter dis- regard of moral fitness. American. } Isnot thisrich ? And yet because we entertained the same opinion of Judge Noah, we were indicted and find $350—the persecution having been set on by such men as Charles King. This ‘‘ignorant and profligate tool” has also for years published the most outrageous libels and§ falsehoods against us, not.on- ly against our namé, but against our family. Yet “this ignorant and profligate tool” isa candidate for office to John Tyler, and will probably get his pay, for doing the best he could to renderthe President’s cause ridiculous in this city, during the last year.— Oh! humbug how precious and valuable art thou! pins Sede nib Sa Great Revotvtion in Tueatricats—Tue Cras- stcat AcE or Gregce comine Bacx.—The Park theatre reopens to-morrow evening with a greater force in pure horse power than ever that ancient edifice yet groaned under. The unrivalled Welch, with his Olympic troupe of fifty-five beautiful horses—forty men—the lovely young women, and a dozen clowns and boys, be- gins his season in the downright, never-to-be-sur- passed legitimate drama, which characterized the Olympic games of ancient Greece. This is the greatest change that ever took place in these revo- lutionary times, and carries us back to the heroic age of Greece. This troupe is equal to Franconi’s in Paris, which is celebrated all the world over, and we have no doubt it will be crowded during the whole season. See advertisement. Departure or Mr. Branam.—The great Braham, the vocalist, accompanied by his lady and family— including his son Charles Braham, a youthful singer of remarkable promise, embarked yesterday in the Cambridge packet ship for Liverpeol. He left for England, thus suddenly, in consequence of letters from London managers, inviting him to return and sing at Covent Garden, or Drury Lane. Mr. Braham has spent about two years in this country, south, east, westand Canada. His visit has been profita- ble and honorable, and he has left it with a declara- tion of visiting usagain. We doubt, however, whe- ther his purpose will ever be realized. As an artist, Brahamis truly the wonder ot the age—he hasbeen a public vocalist, nearly fifty-six years, and seems yet fresh and youthful New Years Day.—Monday was celebrated as New Years. The day was cold—some snow in the morning—but pleasant the rest of the day, while the sleighing was unusually fine for this city. An im- mense quantity of cake was destroyed, and nearly as much more greatly damaged. And the way the wine and other spirits suffered was extensively nu- merous—a great caution to moderate drinkers—and a perfect stumper to the temperance people. We shall look into this matter. There appeared to be less visiting from house to house, in the way of New Years calls, but more visits paid to the rum shops andtaverns. Inthe streets fun, frolicking, and row- dying seemed to be the order of the day. The la” dies, just by way of a twelvemonth’s rarity, and to show their powers of endurance, staid at home. There is nething impossible. Should the thing oc- cur again before next New Years, it will be a sure sign thatthe millennium has begun. Otherwise not. On the whole it was a great day. DeaTH Grorcr Witson, Esq.—The Courts generally adjourned yesterday morning,as a token of respect to the memory of Mr. Wilson. A meeting was called inthe Vice Chancellor's Koom, at which We nutived sume of the must distinguished mem- bers of the New York Bar. They passed several resolutions expressing the high estimation in which they held the deceased, and their regret for his death ; ordering that a copy be sent to his widow, signed by his Honor the Vice Chancellor, chairman of the meeting. Latest Prom Mexico.—The latest dates from Mexico are to the Ist, and from Matamoras to the 15th instant. We find no news of warlike opera- tions in Yucatan, or along the frontier of Texas. Letters allude to the new Mexican tariff, as in- creasing the duties on imports twenty-five per cent. Other accounts say that the Mexicans had made five attacks on Campeachy, in each of which they had been repulsed, with considerble loss. It was thought that the place could not be taken, as the ships could not approach sufficiently nearto make their Paixhan guns effec! From tae West Inpres.—Late advices from De- marara, Trinidad, Grenada, Barbados, St. Lucia, and New Providence have been received. glancing at their contents, we perceived nothing of moment. In { Sptenpm Siereninc.—There seldom has been more splendid sleighing in New York than what we have had for the last three days. roads and drives towards Harlem were crowded all day long, up to alate hour atnight. We never saw Yesterday all the such a time—check-apron ballsplenty. Burnham’s, Striker’s Bay, Bradshaw’s, all were full—but of all other places, commend us to Nowland’s, on Pros- pect Hull, where the refreshments and comfort to sleighing parties with ladies, are perfectly unrivalled. Try a drive in that direction while the snow lasts. Don’t put it off longer. News rrom Encianp.—The steam ship Caledonia leaves Liverpool to-day for Halifax and Boston.— Before she arrives, however, we shall probably have one or two packet ships—the England and Garrick, and a Havre and London liner. The England is the next due,and we shall look for her every day. The United States, which sailed one week before, has already arrived. fg Mr. Wallace, of Kentucky, re-delivers, by request, his discourse on the ‘Poetry of Tempe- rance,” of which we have spoken before, at Niblo’s, this evening. Let him have a full house. Corp Wearner.—At 7 o’clock Monday morning, the mercury in the thermometer at the Post Office, Albany, stood ten degrees below zero. Tue Inavaunation at ALBaNy.—We take the fol- lowing relative tothe inawguration of Goy. Bouck, and Liew‘. Gov. Dickenson, and of movements in Albany from the Argus of Monday :—- ‘We repeat the announce- a ,, that the Governor and Lt Governor elect will be inducted into office this morn- ing at nine o’clock. The oath of office will be ad- ministered to them at the Executive Chamber in the Capitol. Tue Lxaist.ature.—The annual session commen- ces to-morrow. The usual hour of meeting, is the Assembly at 11 A. M., and the Senate at12. Butit is much desired by the railroad companies, West and East—both of which willdespatch an extra train with the meseage the moment the reading is com- menced—that the Senate meet at 11 and the House atl0. This will enable the trains to leave at about 12, and avoid the eld which a later hour will oc- casion, in waiting tor the trains comingin. Should this arrangement be carried out, the message of the Governor will probably be sent in at about twelve oh and will be immediately issued to our rea- ders. APrroinMeNts By THE Governor.—We are author. ized to announce the following appointments b: Gov. Bouck :—Adjutent-General.—Lyman Sanfor of Schoharie county, Aids.—David Hamilton, of Albany oounty ; William Horace Brown, of Qu county ; 1. Nelson, of Che a county. ry Secretary.—C. W. Bouck, of New York, City Intelligence, Fias—The alarm on Monday evening a’ abouts} 0’clock, proceeded from a fire that was discovered in the upper part ofthe three story brick store, 117 Beekman street, which was soon extinguished with but little damage, Nearly every alarm of fire that has taken place. within the past few days has originated from the hand of incendiaries. It, therefore, behvoves every citizen to beon the look out, and the merchants in the lower part of the city to double their private watch. ‘The second alarm of fire on Monday evening proceeded from the firimg of the shelves of a pantry in the cupboard of the cabin of the ship Christoval Colon. The fire was communicated by accident and before extinguished, dam- br the cabin to the amount of several hundred dol- ars. ‘The alarm yesterday was caused by the partial burning of the roof of the North American Hotel,corner of Bowery and Bayard street. Avotner Fing.—The fire last evening was in the third story of store No. 171 Water street. A good supply of water being at hand, the flames were extinguished, be- fore much Samage was done, Cause oF Death of Gxorcr Witson.—On Monday g post mortem examination of the body of George Wilson, Esq., one of the oldest members of the New York Bar, who died suddenly on Saturday evening, was made by Dr. Archer, assisted by several medical gentlemen. On dissecting the heart, a piece of hard, horny substances resembling bone, nearly two inches in length and the size of a small quill, was found extending through its centre. ‘The result of the investigation was, that he died from what is commonly called ossification of the heart. Josern Paocron tHe Acton Deap.—This mau, well known as an actor of some little merit, in nearly all our Northern cities, died yesterday ina very sudden manner at the Carlton Hou: He had been partially ill for a few days previous, but his approaching end was not apparent until within a very few moments before his decease. Jom? Battot.—Both Boards of Aldermen meet thig evening, and will assemble in Joint Ballot to appoint a Police Justice, and Police Clerk, as well as some minor appointments. ‘Ars.ictine Deatu.—Mrs. Elizabeth Hardie, wife of Archibald Hardie, rigger, of 22 Roosevelt street, was drowned on Tuesday evening at the foot of Tike street. She had left her house after dusk forthe purpose of taking some supper to her husband who was engaged in charge of the ship Wetmore, and while in the act ef attempting to get on board, fell into the slip. Her husbend had pre, viously left the vessel, supposing that she had forgotten to bring his supper, and not finding her home, returned to the ship just in time to aid in raising her lifeless body from her watery grave. Cartan Kr.tep.—Yesterday morning a cartman nam- ed Michael Keeler, who has resided at 47 Marion street, went to his stable in Mott near Spring, and after harness- ing his horse proceeded to drive out of the street, when he slipped and fell from the vehicle. One of the wheels of the cart lapgre over his body, breaking five of his ribs and causing his death in a short time afterwards. Mys1eniovs DeatH.—The body of a woman aged about 25 years, genteely dressed, was {ound in the slip foot of Wallstreet, yesterday morning. She appeared to have been in the water but ashort time, and was dressed ina ink frock with straw hat. The body will remain at the jend house during the day for recognition: “Diep Witnout Mepicat Arp.”—This was the result of an investigation made into the cause of the death of Resanna Boyle, of the corner of Third Avenue and Ninth street, who died on Monday night from sickness and lack of medical attendance. Aecipent.—On Monday, a Sleigh, hired of Cole and Sloat, of Watt street, was upset, and two youths, one nam- ed Rodgers and the other named Wilkie, severally, of Broadway, where somewhat injured. The horse then ran down Grand street, towards Williamsburg, and when about 19 yards fromthe ferry, left the rleigh behind him. The gates of the ferry being open, (the boat was not i nor the ferry master at his post) the horse ran directly i to the river and was drowned, as he was unable to swim, being out of wind. A Fonrovs Burctan.—On the morning of the 1st inst., about day light, the store of J. W. McDavidson, 135 Fulton street, was forcibly entered by a burglar, who broke epen the front door, then the Len drawer, and when dico- vered by Mr. McDonough, a clerk, who slept en the pre- mises, at- tempted to make his escape by kicking open the back door, from whence he ascended to the roof of the house, where he was captured by one of the City Watch- men, called in forthat purpose. The fellow, who says his name is Stephen King, was fully committed. Lost Horses anv SieicHs—A horse and sleigh found in the street on Monday night was taken by the watch to Johnson’s stables in Canal street, and another to the stable in Bayard street, corner of Elizabeth, where the owners can find them. . ‘Wuo’s Lost Croruinc?—The watch returns of the First District contained the following notice yesterday mornin, “Thomas Pollard, a lad seventeen years of age, arrestsd, only 14days in the country, no home, no friends, no mo- ney, yet has found means t prcure considerable clothing a ow I know not.” The clothing can be seen at the Po- ice. ADarinc Rocur.—On Monday last a fellow who calls himself John Henry, met James Martin, of 783 Broadway, in Centre street, and asked the time of day. Mr. Martin drew his watch from his pocket for the purpose of answer+ ing the request, when Henry snatched it, and made tracks. The rascal was caught, the watch restored, and Mr. John Henry fully committed for the larceny. Bowsny Turatns.—The very devil was kicked up at the Bowery Theatre on Monday night. One of the box entrances was forced open, and some hnndreds walked in, took possession of the best seats without money and with- ont prise, end remained there until it was time to go again. Srouex Goons.—T wo muffs, a piece of flannel, several silk handkerchiefs, and a child’s coat and cap’ can be found at the lower police. Ox 4 New Yean’s Frouic—On Monday afternoon a young man named Wm. Leonard, broke open the gate of the mansion of Louise Acker, 139 Dnane street, and en- tering the house, attempted to snatch a gold watch from the neck of the landlady. In the scuffle he accidentally Placed one of his thumbs in her mouth, when she closed bi er ders on the intruding member and held the gate er fo fast, and so uneasy, that he returned the watch d left the premises as fast as his legs would carry him. He was arrested yesterday and committed to answer the charge. “Tuam Sroo: »—-Whoever has lost several silver ns marked “T. M. M. R.” will find them at the lower Toijee office in charge of officer Boyer. Mexican Navy.—Another beautitul brig has just left this port for Vera Cruz. She was built by Brown & Bell for the Mexicans. Her speed will | | exceed that of the Somers. She sailed under the name of Liberty, and carries ten guns, a long tom, and a Paixhan gun on a pivot. Desrructive Free at Porost, (Mr.)—The store of Perry & Dunkin was burned down ene night last week. The stock of goods, books, paper, &c., were all destroyed. Loss about $20,000. The burning was supposed to have been intentional on the part of some villain. Cnatnam Tueatre.—Last evening Billy Wil- liams (late of the Park Theatre) made his debut at the Chatham to a full audience, and was well re- ceived. Mr. Placide, we perceive is also engaged, and will shortly appear. The prices of admission have again been reduced. The best talent of the day, the richest dramatie productions, and a com- fortable house, will most assuredly bring out the lovers of the drama in such goodly numbers, that the manager of the Chatham will have no cause to regret his new enterprise. Mr. Williams makes his second appearance this evening in two of his favo- rite characters. Tue Amputrnéatne.—A re-organization of this beauti- ful and highly respectable place of public amusement, is to take place this evening. The manager, in order to give to all an opportunity of visiting this truly national entertainment, has made a still further reduction in the prices of admission, viz :—Boxes, Aress circle, 25 cents— Children half price; Second Tier, 18} cents; Pit, one shilling. Thecompany of Equestrians now at the Bowe- ry Amphitheatre, and the stud of horses used in the per- formances, are far, very far, superior to any ever brought together in this city. Another advantage is enjoyed by the frequenters of the Bowery Amphitheatre not attaina- ble elsewhere—a view of all the performances from every part of the interior. The form of the Amphitheatre being after the model of the Coliseum,i with the spectators en tirely surrounding the circle, gives to the whole interior a most mugnificent appearance. (G+ The triumphant success of the American Museum isto many a matter of wonder ; but when we look at the attractive novelties, the talented performers, and wonder- fal curiosities produced in rapid succession, with the per- manent attractions of this great establishment, we cannot be astonished that such tact and enterprise should com- mand a proportionate patronage from a discriminating public. To accommodate the public in the best possible manner, and that no one may lose the opportunity of seeing the excellent ‘dag performances, they will in future take place at half past 1 P. M.—in the evening at 7 precisely. General Tom Thumb will remain this week—the las’ of his engagement. EET FY WISTAR’S BALSAM OF WILD CHERRY.— The Wild Cherry tree will soon become the emblem of health. Its triumph over consumption, coughs, colds, asthma, croup and liver complaint, is now complete. It cures those diseases when allother remedies fail Clergy: men, physicians, and editors commend it as the best re- medy ever known to man, Dr. Skillman of Bound brook, N.J., uses the Balsam in his practi liver affections, when too obstin Dr. Hofiman, Hantingdon, Pa., cured a child of Paul Schweeblo, of asthma with it, after he declared he 1d do no more with his medicine, and the child must die. Thomas Read, Esqr., merchant, and Dr. Hoffman, both certify to this astonishing care, Hundreds have been restored to perfect health by this Balsam, alter the last vay of hope from other medicines had fled. We publish facts only—we state only true cures, and have no occa. sion to bolster up this medicine by the customary array of forged certificates. Price $1 Je. Sold only at 195 Falton st, cor. Nassau, Now York; Mrs. Hayes, Brooklyn; Badger, Newark ; Dexter, Albany ; Post and Willis, chester, BY THE SOUTHERN MAIL. Washington. (Correspondence of the Herald] ‘Wasurnaron, Mongo Night, i January 2, 1843. New Year’s Day in Washington. This has been a delightful day in every sense of the word—the weather was mild and bland beyond belief—it waslike a lovely spring dayin Italy. Even the Hon. Henry A. Wise, who maintains that Acco- mac is the Italy of America, says that he was satis- fied with the weather of to-day. Nothing was seea —nething was talked about except visiting; it was nearly half equal in this respect to the glorious Queen City of the Empire State. The principal visiting place, of course, was the White House. The hours were from 12 to 3. Be- fore noon, the crowds in attendance exceeded those on any former occasion, it being calculated by the “ oldest inhabitans” that the numbers present at the President’s Levee were twice as many as those present at the largest Levee ever given by General Jackson. 1t was even greater by ten timesthan the crowd of office-seekers who thronged the White House until they killed General Harrison. People from all parts of the country were there, and at least 7000 persons were present. It will be idle to use any false delicacy about men- tioning names on this occasion —therefore, sans cere- monie, I give them. Among those present I ob- served Senator, Tallmadge, Choate, Rives, Evans, Merrick, Bates, Carr, Calhoun, Sevier, King, Allen, Linn, Coarad, Wsodbridge, Porter, Yeung, and probably three or four others. There were about 150 members of the House of Representatives there; the most conspicuous were Messrs. Pickens, Mor- gan, of N.Y., Gen. Dawson, Gen. Ward,Col. Sumpter of 8. C., Frank Granger, Roosevelt, John McKeon, Gov. Pope, Albert Smith, Allen, of Maine, John C. Clark, Judge Edwards,Gwinn and Thompson, of Mie- sissippi, all with beautiful women on theirarms. Of civilians there were Gen. Cass, Gov. Hill, Post Mas_ ters Graham of New York and Gordon of Boston, and Dr. Jones of Washington. Matthew St. Clair Clarke, Godwin, Mr. Marsh, of the Madisonian, &c. &c. alloccupied with some of the loveliest ladies that ever the sun shone upon. Among the most beautitul females present, it 1s not indelicate to men- tion Mrs. Bodisco, Mrs Fletcher Webster, Mrs. Roosevelt, Mrs. Wicklifle, Mrs. Greenough, Misses Dawson, Gales, Granger, Wickliffe, Elizabeth Blair, Woodbury, Bayard, Mason of Alexandria, Bryans of Alexandria, the accomplished daughters of Tho- mas L. Smith, &c. &e. Of course there were He upon hundreds of others, whom I do not now. The urrangementsat the White House were most admirable. No confusion, some little squeezing, no disorder, all happy, all delighted, and all seemed sincere in paying their respects to Captain Tyler.— As for the Captain himself, as he stood in the cen- tre room, he seemed the very personification of good humor and honesty; and every soul out of the 7000 present, seemed to put their hearts into their hands when they grasped the good old man’s hand. Robert Tyler, and his very lovely and accomplished lady, stood by the President and added greatly to the in- terest of the scene, particularly the latter, as they received their friends; and there was one very sweet creature—a Mrs. Wm. Tyler, who was the object of universal admiration. When the company ad- journed to the East Room, the scene was analy pleasing and exciting. In the centre was John C. Calhoun, who had for an hour, a levee of very love- ly women around him; one of whom said, he “‘look- ed like a man who ought to be President.” In one corner was Col. King, of Ala., holding another levee on his own hook; in another corner was Mr. Mor- gan, M.C., with another crowd around him ; in a third corner was Gov. Isaac Hill, with Majer Hob- bie, witha third levee. The band played, every body talked, the ladies smiled, and the scene was one of universal joy and gladness. There wasa perfect sea of happy, if not of upturned faces, as Mr. Webster says, and a fourth levee of intellectual men and beautiful women surrounded Gen. Cass.— No description could do justice to the scene. The contrast would startle the aristocratic notions of Eu- rope. Some were there, whose entire outward garments were not worth $5 in the world; others there were whose externals were worth over $5000. But the White Heuse was not the only House open to honest hearts, and lovely faces by along shot. ir. Webster threw open the doors of his hospitable mansion, and a splendid crowd were there. Andit was intensely mnteresting to see Daniel Webster, Gen, Cass, Gen. Scott, and sqores of similar kindre spitlts, mingling In ine social circle, Grimking wine together, and revelling for a brief hour in the “‘ feast of reason, and the flow of soul.” Mr. Webster's accomplished lady, herself an honored daughter ot the good old Knickerbocker city, did the honors of the house in a glorious manner ; but the far of at- traction was Mrs. Fletcher Webster, who, with the exception of her sister Mrs. Page, is the most love- ly woman] ever beheld, in form, features, ‘manners, Py conversation. It was a glorious re-union at this house. Mr. Roosevelt, who resides in Mrs. Madison’s house, divided the honors with Mr. Webster. His beautiful and accomplished lady, entertained hernu- merous and distinguished guests in the true old Knickerbocker ide ike a worthy descendant of the honored family of Van Hess. Herguests were very numerous and distinguished, and her table was the best of the day. Mr. Joseph Gales threw open his doors, and it would be idle to say that all who went there met a cordial welcome. He is too well known and too universally respected to require any such remark from any quarter. In the absence oF his charming ay, (from indisposition) to the regret of all who called, his truly beautiful niece, a sweet girl of six- teen, with te accomplishments and ease of a lady of thirty, more than halt supplied her place, and eli- cited admiration from all. Matthew St. Clair Clarke’s house was thronged with distinguised characters; it is true he was ab- sent, but he was not missed (full of fun and good hu- moras he is) whilst his amiable lady was present to do the honors of the day. Crowds called to leave their cards with Mr. Spen- cer, who, of course, received no company. He nt two or three hours attending to his duties in the war office. . The most intellectual treat of the day was met with at the house of John Quincy Adams. The “old man eloquent” fired up with the vigor of youth; and it was not astonishing to see leading men of all parties, and every man of merit in the city,calling to pay their sincere respects to the distinguished and onored Ex-President. Mrs. John Adams, and a very sweet girl, his grand-daughter, assisted him to receive his numerous guests. Riad The house of the Hen. Postmaster General Wickliffe was also thronged by distinguished characters dur- ing the day; and his very accomplished lady and beautiful daughters were the theme of universal ad- miration. ‘i Judge Upshur’s house was also open to visitors ; and nothing could exceed the extreme, affubility, courtesy and cordial reception that all, even stran- gers, met with there ; but much as] regret it, can- dor esmpels me to say that all the ladies here were very homely—very, But then, I have reason to be- lieve that none of Judge Upshur’s family were at home. So far 1 have spoken of public character; who are expected on such occasions to “do the hand- some,” as Sam Wellersays. But there were scores of private houses opened with as cordial a weleome agany. Among others, it is due to a distinguished lady irom the State of New York, Mrs. Ogle Tayloe, to state that her splendid mansion was thrown open, and that her levee was attended ae most dis- tinguished characters in the city; and that the highly accomplished Miss Tayloe and Miss Custis were resent, and aided in the hospitable ceremonies. ‘he house was elegantly furnished, the paintings magnificent, and the tout ensemble superb. I may describe this house more fully hereafter. The Hon, Asbury Dickens gave a blot entertainment, and his house was thronged with distinguées. Major Thomas L. Smith, a gentleman of great refinement and elegance of manners, also received company in glorious style ; and his wines are not only the finest in this city, but the best I ever tasted; and. that for one who has travelled half over the globe, is not saying alittle. Among other very lovely ladies at hia house, was Mra, Greenough, whose talented husband is connected with the State Department. Last, but not least, I must name Mr. Larned, of the Treasury Department. His very handsome mansion was thrown open for company at an earl hour, and was literally thronged with the élite ull nearly dusk. The. street was crowded with carria- ges. The entertainment was recherche in ex: treme, and our Senator Tallmadge declared on his honor as a gentleman that “‘the egg nogg at th house was superior to any that he had ever tasted,” to say nothing of the flavor, and he is no mean udge of the article. ‘Although it was not generally understood that General Cass would receive company, yet hundreds ofthe most distinguished men of the country throfig- ed his apartments at Fuller’s, to pay their respects to him. They were received by his beautiful and high- ly accomplished daughter, Mrs. Canfield, in his ab- sence. That gallant and distinguished man, General Jes- sup (I forgot to say) also opened his mansion to re- ceive company ; and the statesmen, officers, and politicians seemed eager to vie with each other \~ / doing him honor. J noticed here liedje he re % most charming ladies from Alexandria, named Prya “> ant, accompanied by Judge Heflenstein. from Ouiqg /'