The New York Herald Newspaper, January 15, 1843, Page 2

PanricLaRs ov Tite AssasstnaTion oF Passe Mivsuteman Parrerson.—We have received, from an attentive correspondent, the following interest- ing and meloncholy particulars of the assassination of Passed Midshipman Pattersen, in the streets of Mahon :— Court of Enquiry on board the North Carolina, Firteenta Day—Sarvrvay, Jan. 14. ‘The Court resumed its proceedings at the usual hour There was a much larger assemblage of 8 in the ca- din this morning than on any other day since the opening of the Court. After the Court had been called te order by the Presi- dent, the cabin was directed to becleared. On our re-ad- mission, The Juvcx Apyocats said that he had been requested dy Mr. Eid, the acting master of the North Carolina, to ‘presenta statement to the Court in reply to the assertion of Capt. McKenzie relative to making extracts from the log book of the Somers. Mr. Eld was entirely igno- rant of the transaction. Commodore Stewant—No charge has been preferred against Mr. Eld by Capt. McKenzie. It would be more proper for Mr. Eldto direct his statement to Captain Mc- Kenzie himself. Jupor Apvocate—The letter, in my opinion, is quite satisfactory: [The letter was then handed by the Judge Advocate to zi NEW YORK HERALD nday, January 15, 1843, New York, Tux Progress or THe —Tue Marcu oF Minp 1x Lonpon.—We give inanother column se- veral extracts from very late London papers, exhi- biting the progress of the age, in that great capital, in morals, philosophy, gambling, honor, bankruptcy, nobility—medicine—Mesmerism—-politics—-liberty and hen-patriotism. These extracts consist of several reports—Ilst, the report of a female chartist meeting; 2d,a report of the examination of Lord Huntingtower, a curious case in bankruptcy; 3d, the report of atrial for gambling n one of the fashionable London hells, where $15,000 damages were recovered; and 4th, the re- Stoop or War aie Port Manon, Oct. 31, 1842. J. Gorvon Bennetr, Esq. :-— Dear Sin,— y Onr sqnadron was a few days since thrown into great excitement, - the horrid assassination of paring Master J, 3. Fatterea ofthe Vis States tigate Congress, whose melancholy fate, has cast a deep gloom over usall. Never has the annals of crime recorded a more daring or cold-blooded mur der. From the intormation I can gain upon the subject, it is as follows About 11 o’clock on the evening of the 28th ult., Lieuts. Hunter and Dod (of this ship) in descend. e r Captain NeKenzie , : es b ing the hill leading to the wharf, were] Mr.E.o—Captain McKenzie has said he would report port ofa See - cee vane tong tie re 8 suddenly startled by the exclamation of | me tothe Department. I wish to ,say that I do not fear man can have his leg cut off without feeling mi let me go,” mingled with the _ noise | any such threat. ‘aptain McKenzir—If you direct this letter to me, I will do all that is proper. The Juocr Avvocarethen read the following decision ofthe Court relative to the communication of Captain Mc- pain than in cutting a radish. These curious cases of the march of mind and morals, and the progress of modern philosophy and ot $ scuttle. and the ngling soni of ecroapos By ing over the precipice. n hearing this, the for- mer handed ake! hi asia to the eer eadeened toward the spot from whence the sound proceed- science, are beginning to be common occurrencesin | ed. In ascending the hill, Mr Patterson, Chede- | the legbonke inns % the Publication of extracts from Paris, London and New York—the three great | ceased) pared, them, and exclaimed, “oh, my God, | ‘The Court having read and deliberated on the state- ed.” Tam stal After an elapse of afew moments, both Messrs. Hunter and Dod returned, (not finding any trace of the perpetrator, or perpetrators,) owin, to the utter darkness of the night, and discovere Mr. P. upon the ground, a lifeless corpse ! Mr. H. remained by the body, whilst Mr. D. pro- ceeded to the foot of the hill fora hght,during which the former hailed the Congress for‘assistance. Mr. D. shortly ,afterward returned, and with the assis- tance of Dr. Baxter, of the Congress, who, coming up behind, succeeded in bringing the body to the landing place. Meanwhile, Mr. Hunter's calls for help were answered by the immediate lowering of a boat, and, in the twinkling of an eye, the second cutter of the Congress, together with two boats from the Fairfield, were at the wharf, loaded to their gunwales with the officers and crews of both ships, armed with boarding Bike, cntlasses, and pistols, determined, upon learning ol Patterson’s death, to exterminate the first Spaniard who dared to near the spot, and in spite of the orders and com- mands of Lieutenant Hunter, (who had, du- ring this important crisis, exhibited that de- gree of coolness and deliberation, which constitutes one of the most important traits of his amiable character,) they persisted in leaving their beats, and not until the arrival of a number of offi- cers, were they ordered back. Upon examination of the bedy, three wounds were discovered, one on the left breast, penetrating the heart—the others were received in the right arm, evidently Sceading his body from the deaily weapon of the villain who merely for sordid gain, struck the fatal blow, and terminated the existence of one “whose memory will long be cherished in the hearts ofhis countrymen.” _ Yesterday (Sunday) the remains of the lamented Mr. Patterson were committed to the “silent tomb.” The eign ate was large, composed of the officers of a Swedish and French vessel of war, lying in the harbor, as also the officers and crews of the different ships composing the squadron. The greatest excitement prevails throughout our squadron, and prompt measures have been taken to apprehend the fugitive. A reward of $500 has been subscribed and offered for the arrest of the assassin. In haste, yours, respecttully, &c., i cities of thought, virtue and morality, in the great empire of Christian civilization. The case of bankruptcy is quite peculiar. It indi- cates that the extravagance, folly, and want of prin- ciple among the higher classes in England, are just as broadly indicated by these bankrupt examinations and disclosures, ag those of a like class in this coun- iry are here by the schedules and petitions in the U.S. Courts. With this difference, however—the newspapers in London, that publish the tacts, are unmolested by grand juries. In the case of gam- bling there might befound parallels in New York, if there were any inducements held out to the po- lice to bring them up. In various passages in Broad- way, and round about its crossings and corners, there are dozens of gambling establishments of the most magnificent description, which perpetrate more evil onthe morals of the age, and the fate of respectable families, than any prophet could predict in a month, were he blest with the inspiration of Father Mathew himself. In fact, in no respect is New York behind London or Paris, in its prodigious strides towards the great millennium day of morals and philosophy. We have our female speakers in Abby Kelly, Sister Farnham, Granny Gove, and the pretty Madame Parlin of Rhode Island. Dr. Buchanan and awhole cloud of mesmerists are busy in their particular me- thods, but we have not learned whether they can cut off a man’s leg without his feeling it more than to bite a radish. Verily, verily, this 1s a strange world—and we hardly know whether itis worth the while to live in it over eighty or ninety yeara at furthest. ment laid before them yesterday by Capt. McKenzie, de- cide, that however improper the Court may consider the conduct of any officer in furnishing to any one, extraets from the log book of the « Somers,” yet under the precept of their organization they have no authority to institute any enquiry asto whether any offence has been commit. ted in this matter, or as to who has been the offender. The Court must be confined to those matters alone with which they are specially charged. The court cannot therefore make any order on this subject.” The examination of the remaining witnesses was then proceeded with. Joun Enatisn, apprentice, heard Cromwell once in a private conversation which I overheard, say to Spencer “this will make a very fine piractical vessel.” Mr. Spencer said, ‘ Yes, yes” Heard no other conversations. Cromwell once threatened witness, and said he would be revenged of witness. Heardsome of the crew often say when they got orders, “d—n it, there’s no use in it.”- About two days before Mr. Spencer was arrested, witne saw Mr. Spencer show Cromwell a paper. Spencer had pencil in his hand, asif he was going to set down som thing that Cromwell told him; a boy named Wm. Ingalls then came up, and Spencer said, “G—d d—n you, if you don’t go away I will take you to the mast.” Before we hg Liberia, witness heard Cromwell say, ‘d—n it, Vl ave the store-room before long.” A question was handed in by Capt. McKenzie. Jvvex Apvocats—I wish, sir, you would not make your questionsso leading. Thave altered this so as not to make it leading. GDh gue ever heer Spencer talk disrespectfully of his commander ? A.—Yes ; I heard him say, D—n his old soul.” Q. by Jupar Apvocatr—How did you know he meant the commander ? A—Why, sir, I thought so because he was the only old soul on board! '(Laughter.) Leanper Frainre, apprenti except that witness had once private conversat Faepenick Sxypen, apprentice—Heard Mr. Spencer af- terthey left Madeira, ask Cromwell what sort of a pirate, or slaver, the brig would make. Cromwell said a very good one, if the trunk and booms were cut away, and all planked over, and two Jong toms put forward; heard Spen- cer and Cromwell talk about smuggling powder ; Crom- well said a great deat of money could be made at it, and Mr. Spencer said that when he would get home he would throw up his appointment, get a vessel ofhis own and take Cromwell with him as mate ; once heard Mr. Spencer say that if the foremast would be carried away, they might take him for a foremast and Green for a foreyard ; thinks the brig couldhave been taken to St. Thomas, but not to the United States, without the men being executed. Witt Fry, apprentice.—The night Mr. Spencer was ut in irons, some of the crew said it was for mutiny, and said he didn’t believe any such thing. ‘Two orthree other boys were sworn aad examined, Pat nothing of the least importance was elicited from em. ‘Witiiam Incas testified that he saw Spencer and —Nothing new elicited, een Spencer and Green in Carrain McKenzte’s attack on Mr. Evp.—The singularly precipitate manner in which Capt. Mc- Kenzie jumped to the conclusion that Mr. E'd, the excellent acting master of the North Carolina, was responsible for the use made of the log-book of the Somers, in the publication of the extracts illustra- tive of the discipline on board the brig, and the threat to report {Mr. Eld to the Department, has excited a good deal of feeling in several ‘Tue Peorte, vs. MackENziE AND GANSEVOORT.— Cuarce or Murper on tae Hic Sgas.—There seems to be a strong disposition on the part of a portion of the Press, to screen these individuals trom the ordeal of a trial by jury, and to insist that they are amenable only to a Court Martial;because, A 5 Cromwell together; that Spencer was writing on a piece quarters. We think that Mr. Eld deserves much | ors0ot they happen to be officers in the United | of paper with apencil, and showing i from ‘me to time States Navy, and the alleged offence was commit- | to Cromwell, who said “yes.” Witness looked at Mr. credit for the calm and sensible spirit which he has manifested. He has completely vindicated himself against the imputation which some may have thought was cast upon his honorable character, and given an appropriate reproof to the hasty and incon siderate attack made upon it. It was stated by our Teporter yesterday, Mr. Eld knew fnothing and had nothing whatever to do with the transcription of any portion of the log-book, nor was he in any wise properly responsible for its safe custody. The state- ment of this gentleman will be found in the report tedon board of a United States vessel. The able opinion of Judge Betts has been misconstrued and misrepresented to suit their purposes. Judge Betts does not say that the Circuit Court of the United Statee_ has not jurisdiction over a case of murder committed on board of a United States vessel. Such an assertion would be directly in the teeth of the Crimes Act of 1825, which expressly give that court such jurisdiction, Neither does Judge Betts refuse to grant a warrant for the arrest of McKenzie and Gansevoort, on the ground that a Naval Court Mar- tial has exclusive jurisdiction of the case. Under Spencer as he passed, and Mr. Spencer cursed him, aud threatened to lick him if he didn’t go out of that. The Bee eeked worn, asif it had been worn in his pocket. en Mr. Spencer was in irons witness saw him make signs te Small,who answered them. Could not tell what Mr. Spencer was writing; thinks it was names, because it was night straight down,and very. few words. By Cart. McKenziz—While Mr. Spencer was writin he was looking round at the crew; at the boys; he wou! om then write down and show it to Crom well. [Wemay mention here that the ages of all these boys range from 15 to 19.] Josern Ropman, apprentice—Was captain of the hold; found a keg of paint, t tances, a Naval Court of Enquiry whi bees i bs eed sre eye al ‘ : : existing circumstances, 0 which was very heavy; I said it was almost as heavy as of the proceedings of the Court, and will of course having been ordered, and being now engaged in the folds Ovemawell wes ey and said if it was gold he would meet due attention. By the by, it is worth while to | investigation of the transaction—he deems it im- | kill aman for it and think he had done him justice. Capt. McKenzir here rose and said—When I made my statement to the Court yesterday relative to the log book, I said that 1 would hold Mr. Eld sible to the Se retary of the Navy; Inow wish to state that I have no doubt Mr. Eld will be able to account satisfactorily and favorably to himself for the manner in which the log-book was dealt with whilst in his hands. Brutixcer Scorr, apprentice, eged 15, was then exam- ined.—One morning heard Spencer ask Cromwell how he could disguise the brig Somers—Cromweil said he could do it d—d handy by shipping the bowspri his conyer- sation took place about a week before Mr. Spencer's ar- rest. Mr. Spencer gave witness tobacco and money for taking care of his hammock. By Captain McKeszte—When he, gave me the tobacco I said it was against the Commander's order. Mr. Spencer then said that if I got hauled up for it he would stand be- tween me andthe Commander. Mr. Spencer asked wit- ness what class boy,he was, and when told he was second class, Mr. Spencer said he would make witness a seaman when he came to be commander. Mr. Spencer asked Cromwell if he could disguise the brig so as he could bring her into New York without being known. By Jupcr Apvocats—Did he say into New York or off New York? A —Into New York. Rost. Euistox, apprentice, aged 16,examined—Heard cer once say he would soon have 9 vessel of his own. Saw him talk in alow toneto Cromwell and Small. Hexny E. Conney—Heard Spencer ask Small “how would a brig like this do?” Small said very well,but they would havetocarry arms. They then talked for some time in a language which witness did not understand. Witness was atthe main-royal-brace when the main-top- gallant mast was carried away. The order given by the officer of the deck was to give a short pull and belay, but proper for him to interfere ; a judicial necessity of action on his part is not presented, and he does not feel himself required to take cognizance of the offence. This is the substance of Judge Betts’ rea- sons for deciining to grant a warrant for the arreet of these individuals at the present time. Unless itis perfectly clear that a Naval Court Martial has exclu- sive jurisdiction of a case of murder committed on 101 fe ofa U.'States vessel, we insist that it is pre- cisely such a case as acour and jury should take cognizance of. Leta military or naval offence be tried by a military or naval tribunal—but one ot the highest offences known to the common law, ought to be tried before a court of coinmon law. We be- lieve that the statutes of the United States only in- tended to give a Court Martial jurisdiction of cases of murder on board of a United States vessel as a matter of necessity. The words are, may have juris- dicticn—not shall have jurisdiction, &c. And it was intendea to apply to cases where the matter could not be brought before a civil tribunal without great inconvenience and delay—as, for instance, in the case of a squadron outward bound. Where the matter can be bronght before a civil tribunal, proceeding according to the rules and Prnetice of the common law, it ought to be brought before such atribuoal. Shall itbe maintained that officers of the army or Baty, charged with murder, are to have the privilege of being tried by a court of their own —a court of officers—having a fellow-feeling with them, and inclined to pass lightly over the offence ? Are these gentlemen to be recogaized as a privi- notice the sensitiveness which Capt- McKenzie manifests respecting the revelation of his mode of government on board the Somers. We wonder the more at this, when we recollect that in some par- ticulars these very extracts from the log-book, go to prove thata certain amount of insubordination ex- isted on board the brig, many of the crew having been punished for “‘ missing their muster.” Axormer Exrraorpinary Rape on a Younc AND Beautirut Grri.—On the morning of Sunday last, the &th of January, about 1 o’clock, only a few hours after the jury had returned a verdict of guilty in the case of Dingler, a rape was committed on the person of a young, beautiful, and virtuous girl, nam- ed Elizabeth Nevin, under the following circum- stances. We were made acquainted with the par- ticulars at the time, but owing to a ‘supposition that the parties would be arrested in a few days, refrained from their publication. On the evening in question, this young lady, while passing up the Bowery, ubove the Theatre, on her way to the house of her uncle, James Harty, who resides in Thirteenth street, was stopped by two young men who were standing opposite to a cab, and violently forced into the vehicle, which was immediately driven eff | leged class in our community, not, amenable to the | Small, who was there also, paid no attention to the order, by the driver. She was then seized by | ordi tribunals for offences against the common | and hauled away with all ——— hauled it with a i. Did not hear him say any thing. seine Mbne Rarer eotklng ebout the matted, and had formed n6, Opinion yond A adjourned till Monday. Tike tellowing isgheleter which Me. Eld addressed to the Court, and which in justice to that gentleman we here insert Re: law of the land? What is this but the arrogant as- sumption of the clergy in the dark ages— insisting to be tried for similar offences before a Court of Ec- clesiastics— from which conviction dismissed them merely with the infliction of a slight penance ? Even in those days of ignorance and oppression, however, these insolent claims on the part of the clergy were not submitted to ; but the distinction was properly made between offences strictly of a spiritual cha- racter and offences against the common law,the lat- ter of which were made cognizable by the com- mon law tribunals. | ‘ | If theee men are innocent—if they are satisfied that they can make out a sufficient justification or excuse for putting three human beings to death on board of the Somers, why shrink from a trial by jury? Is there any reason to fear the fairness and Hienty of an American jury 7? Are they so thirsty for human blood that they are not to be trusted when life is at stake? We have no fault to find with Courts Martial. They are generally composed ot men of integrity and honor ; but we must be per- mitted to prefer the mode of trial which prevails in our civil courts. We believe that it is be ter calcu. lated to elicit truth, and accomplish the great ends of publicjustice ; and we will further add, that we can perceive no good reason why officers of army or navy should be protected from having their alleged violations of the common law of the land investigated by the same civil tribunals to which our other citizens are amenable. the two ruffians inde the cab, one of whom held her arms and head, while the other per- petrated the infamous outrage upon her person. The second then prepared himself for the same pur- pose, when the door of the cab was suddenly fore- ed open by the struggle of the girl, and he fell into the street. Her shrieks at this moment attracted the attention of one of the city watch,who was pass- ing, and who stepped forward to ascertain the cause. The unfortunate girl told him the story of her wrengs, and in violation of all honesty, justice, and decency, he allowed the men who were the authors of the crime to depart, as also the driver of the cab, without even taking his number. The dishonored and ruined girl made complaint at the Upper Police office on the morning following the outrage,but the guilty parties have not yet been arrested. A boy,who saw the girl forced into the cab, followed it for some distance, and took what he supposed to be the number ; but it has since been ascertained that he was mistaken in the figures, although an inquiry has led to the fact, that certain cab drivers in the city prostitute themselves and their yehicles to such infameus purposes. U. 8. Sm NontH Canouina. Jan. 14, 1942. GentLeMes :— As my name has been used before this Honorable Court in connexion with certain extracts said to have been taken from the Somers’ Log Book, which was in my possession for a short time, I would respectfully wish to certify, that from the date I volunteered to look out for the Log Book of the U. 8. brig Somers, for Acting-Master Perry, which was on the day that he was examined before the Court of i sitting; so long as it was in my possession, or knew of any improper use being made of or extracts taken from it in any way, manner, or shape; and moreover, that it did not, tomy knowledge,’du that time go out of the private apartment of the Room Officers of this ship. On Sunday, the Sth of Janu. ary, Lieutenant Grey requested to see the above book for aiew moments; and I immediately sent it to bim. enlt it was in his possession, Capt. Gregory sent the orderly at the cabin door and took it from Mr. Gray, from which time 1 did dot see or hear of the said }ook, until the evening of the 11th, when Capt. Gregory told me that Mr. Hoffman. the Judge Advocate, had requested him to take care of it, On the evening of the 12th, Capt. Gregory sent for me: and desired me to examine that document before Acting Master Perry, and bear witness that it had not been muti- lated or altered, and see that no leaves or remerks had been extracted. Having dons this, it was returned to Mr. , } r ‘ ex. | Perry. 1 would also remark, although perhaps not in- Miss Nevin is{an intelligent and handsome Irish Crriaex oumbenton me, that Ide net know pa on gency ‘the girl, of respectable family, and had been engaged, Crry Guarp.—This company intend giving a ball extracts of the Somers’ Log Book, to have appeared in the public prints of the 11th ‘inst., were obi published, until the late hour in the evening alluded to, in set- ined or ting up with a sick relative. On Sunday ‘evening, when the circumstances were related to “Captain Blanch, of the district’in which the watchman is engaged, he ordered him to be dismissed forthwith from further employment. Is it a wonder that rape, burglary, arson and robbery ison the increase, when our city watch is com- posed of such base materials ? on Monday, 23d inst., at Niblo’s. There are but few companies that are more justly entitled to praise, either in respect to aeatness of uniform or military discipline. From the excellent character of the company, the ball willundoubtedly prove a splendid affair. Nous verrons. Respectfully, HENRY ELD, Jr. Acting: Mester U. 8. Navy. Game in Watt Srreer.—For the last ten days, three or four graduates’ of the States Prison, dressed as gentlemen, and sporting elegant cloaks, have been prying about in Wall street, and examining the vaults of the banks. They are well known, and laughed at. th Arvams Serriep.—It ‘appears by the following, taken from the “* United States Gazette” of yester- day, that the riots are settled. Weare glad to learn thata ineeting of the jour- es weavers and employing weavers was held in Kensington yesterday, at which all the diflerences existing between them were settled, and a commit- tee of five persons from each side was appointed with power to settle every question of difference in opinion, which may arise in future. The prices for labor have been definitely settled. So far very well. We are glad tosee the vexed question at rest. But there is a third party who has not been thought of. What shall be said or done in atonement for public property violated, and laws set at nought ? or what assurance is there ‘that these outbreaks will not occuragain ? Cuaruam Taxatre.—The benefit and last appear- ance of Mr. Placide is announced for Monday eve- ning, on which occasion Mr Abbot, Mr. Fisher, W. H. Williams, and the beneficiary himself will ap- pear insome of their best characters. Miss Mary Duff, and the whole strength of the Chatham com- pany will also sustain a part in the performances.— With this array of talent, coupled with Mr. Pla- cide’s individual claims as an actor, we predict an overflowing audience. ‘Tueatnical Tastes.—What a strange change has taken place in theatrical tastes!’ The Park threatre, now in possession of Welch's celebrated horses, is filled night after night—and clears fall $350 each representation. The legitimate drama always played to empty benches and an empty treasury. How is this? The intellectual taste is changed. No one cares to hear a parcel of vulgar creatures mouth Shakspeare. They prefer to read him in print—and to go and see only a beautiful troupe of horses and riders. This is the whole secret. Exrraorpinany Weatier.—The recent extraor- dinary mild weather has spread over a wide space of country. We hear of it in Maine and in Ohio, at the north and at the south, and we prepume it prevailed from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Such weather, however beneficial it may be to the poor who have no fuel, cannot but be of a most unhealthy nature, and we venture to say that it will be the cause of many deaths We give two paragraphs relative to the rains and thaws at opposite points: — Weatner at Bancor.—The tremendous thaw, commenced here on Fridey last, still continues. The snow has been wonderiully reduced, and the sleighing at this rate will soon vanish.—Bangor, Me Whig, Jan. 11. Fastionasue = Movemenrs.—-The fashionable movements of society, since the season began, have been numerous and splendid. Thirty or forty grand soirées have been given, costing to all the persons enjoying them, in dresses, music, suppers, &c., pro- bably $5,000 each—in all $150,000, thus far in the season. Pretty fair in these hard times. Navat —The U brig Boxer, Lieut. Com. Ballus, sailed from Norfolk on Tuesday afternoon jast,for the West Indies. Following is a list of OG> Never has the public witnessed so energetic or so successful a management as that of Barnum, at the Ame- rican Museum. His enterprise is only equalled by the manner in which it is appreciated and rewarded. Besides all the splendid attractions of the past week, wo have this, thie eublime andYinstructivespectacle of the Burning of Moscow, got up in astyle of terrific grandeur never ex- ceeded, and 0 which ‘no adequate idea can be given by any description. We may mention that the benefit of sy thong aes Outo Riven.—The Iut€ raing have caused asud- | O° Tom Thumb yorterday was attended by over two Lieut. Comiit Oscar Bullus ; Lieutenants-—John Rod | den rise. At Pittsburgh, on Tuesday, there were | ‘howfent, ani that the grateful little hero has consente He ie he ttevcae Acting. Manor, Wc yes. | eighteen feet water inthe channel. At Wheeling, |‘ emain, shake hands with, and kiss the ladies, one on Tuesday evening, there were twenty-five feet week longer. Don’t forget the day performances on water in the channel, and rising. Wednesday and Saturday, at half-past one o'clock P.M, Porter; Midshipmen, Arnold, Beverty, Hughes, Capt’s Clerk, ©. 1, Bullus (Correspondence of the Herald.) New Onrteans, Jan. 2, 1843. More Defaleation—Villainy among the Bunks— Their Condition—State Legislature—Presidential Pros- pects—Whiggery and Clay—-Cotton Market— Specie Wanted— The Weather. Dear Bennett— The new year wa8 ushered in by the announce- ment of J. B. Perrault, late cashier of the Citizens’ Bank, being a very heavy defaulter. As usual, he had warning of the intention of the managers of that broken down institution, and has made his es- cape. There was a farce and show of taking out a writ, but I presume before this it isendorsed non est inventus, and sent back to court. We shall now see whether a whig Governor will offer the same reward for him that he did for Ed- ward Yorke, although it is said that the defalcation is above $100,000. * This man has risen here from almost nothing, and all at once became _very aristocratic and overbear- ing in his office. This I am afraid is only the be- ginning of more Bank developments, to amuse the public with for another year. All the Banks, Or- leans, Atchafalaya, Exchange, &c. have opened rich in villainy, and why the parties have not been punished under the new Bank law, which is very severe, no one cantell. Bribery it is supposed is at the bottom. Bank charters here seem to be legal- wed licenses for every kind of robbery and plun- jer. There is a report this morning that the Canal Bank will not pay specie. The truth is, I do not be- lieve that three out of eight will be able to pay long. If stockholders consulted their interest, they would force them into liquidation. The Legislature meets to-day, but a quorum will not be formed. Thev have much to do in the way of reform and providing the ways and means to meetthe interest on her debt. A United States Se- nater isto be elected, and it is certain Mr. Conrad willstand no chance, if other candidates be in the field, having lost mueh ground by his opposition to n. Jackson’s fine being refunded. Mouton, the locofoco Governor, will be here shortly, to enter upon the duties of his office, and it is said that he will oust every whig in office. President Tyler’s prospects ere brightening ver: much, [Doubted.] He is daily gaining ground, while the Van Buren and Calhoun men are fightin and Ses cat with each other every inch of ground. The N, O. Republican espouses the cause of Ty- ler, and is very ably conducted. The Tyler club is active, and doing much to aid their candidate. ‘There will be no compromise with them. They go heart and hand for Tyler and pure democratic mea- sures. [Oh! oh! oh!] |. s Harry of the West is still ia the city, and is quite the lion of the day, but he can’tget the vote of Lou- isiana, no way he can fix it, for whiggery 18 all over here. [Not so certain.] ‘ The news brought by the Britannia has had a fa- forable effect on the cotton market, and 7,000 bales have been sold to-day at an advance of 3 on the prices of last week. Immense quantities of Western produce is crowd- ing ‘our market, which will afiord a wide field for speculators. Send us a little more specie; we prefer it to bank notes you may rest assured, for nothing butepecie will do now to buy cotton and sugar with Look out for more bank developments shortly. Only think, [ am writing in my counting room without a fire, and so warm as to oblige me to open all the windows and doors for a little breeze. ‘hat a de- licious climate this is; I wish I was acclimated, but. I can’t think ofthis for a year or two yet. PQ, Albany. (Correspondence of the Herald.] Avzany, Jan. 13, 1842. Racing forthe Public Printing—Legislative Action thereon—Family Jars—Probable Fute of the Con- tract Bill—Bilis and Beauty—About the Office Seekers, Sc. James Gorvon Bennett, Esq.— Sm— Everything isrunniog here. The river is running down. Office seekers aiter the Governor, and Crossy and Slamm after the printing—the Jatter in his own style, and the former with his bland smiles and Chesterfieldian bows to the dispensers of this great party lever The subject of public printing has created quite a warm debate in the Senati resulted in the passage of a bill giving the ment of State Printerto the Governor, wit! advice and consent of the Senate. The bill pro- vides also that the Senate and House shall select their own printers, and the heads of departments can contract for theirs with whom they think pro per There was a family jar on this subject between Crosswell and Van Dyck, which I believe was healed up by the intercession of friends, and a promise that each should dip their bread in the sops pretty considerably—I am afraid our friend Slamm won’t come in much for snacks; he is too unused “to bend the supple hinges of the knee, that thrift may follow fawning”—and there- fore will be completely distanced by his competitors who are not obnoxious to that charge. The Sen- ate bill will probably come before the House to-day, where it will receive pretty rough usage by both whigs and democrats, many of the latter thinking, very correctly, that it isnot yery democratic to take power from the people and confer it .on the Execu- tive. Some think the Governor will veto the bill if it’passes both houses. Certain it is, “Honest Bill” don’t covet Executive pesconage- The Corporation contract bill,as it come from the louse, will not receive the sanction of the Senate —the Senators from the first district being opposed toan interference with the chartered rights of the city. And considering the act. of the Corporation, so preposterouely unconstitutional that it requires no legislative action upon it, he put a stop to it. When the subject comes before the House we suspect the “constitutional lawyer,” Enoch Strong, will perpetrate his given gaentity of fanfaronade,in his ust le of bidding defiance to Lindley Murray, or any other man who would the King’s English “ into circumscription and confine- ment put,” The whigs, I believe, intend to take the bell from Enoch’s neck, and place it on that of Willis Hall, who isto be their “ bell wether.” The Histrionic Society gave their annual masquerade ball last night at the Knickerbocker Hall. There were present all sorts of charac- ters, from Hamlet, King of the Danes, to the “Kings Own Fool.” The former was persona- ted by Mr. R— N., who looked unutterable things, and ‘said nothing, which I suppose indicated he knew a great deal, but meant to be mum. The fool appeared perfectly natural in his part—it was a aes piece of acting, and Mr. P certainly showed that a very clever fellow in both senses of the word, could well counterfeit a very silly one; Miss Q—n performed her part well—we got a peep under her mask, and saw a pair of very pretty eyes and rosy lips that ought not to have been _so hide- ously covered. The three Misses F ——’s usually called ‘“‘the graces,” attracted much attention by their movements—what their faces were, could not be discovered; but no doubt they were just the thing. Their dress was certainly extensive, and their diamonds ala chandalier, showed remarkable penchant for precious stones. Among the charac- ters represented, was a long, lank looking crea- ture, with a black mask and dominoe, who pernortaierd “the grat unknown murderer ot Mary Rogers”—he tried to be witty, but all his bon mots Ly sey he amen, stuck in hi throat. Miss iss , Miss id Miss S—, cut a splash, and heeled and toed ina style that was a to Crockett, Wale, the floor manager, was certainly a great fish; he appeared asthe Fud-ge Mermaid. Sir William Wallace ate six mutton pies and drank ten cock-tails,to show he was no bad rep- resentative of the great Scotch hero. Mr. O. in character of an office seeker for the birth of flour in spector, had a very white nose, and carried under his arm a bottle marked “Croton water; his sue- cess is much feared by*our friends S——r, D— L—, and “my son George, the carpenter,” of claret coat memory. The widow thought no one knew her, but her mask didnot hide those bril- liant bright eyes, and the delicate squeeze she gave our hand showed that she recognized us. “peaking of hands, some of the ladies would have had theirs improved by a few weeks soaking in tepid milk and water; however, a hard hand don’t show a hard heart, does it, Lucy? We had not been long in the room before it got whispered around that James Gordon Bennett, the Napoleon of the press, was there in propria Prana, and we were pointed out as that distinguished individual. ‘Do, Mr. Bennett, dance with me,” said the pretty Miss S—, “we know you, your mask can’t hide your intelli- gent shaped head.” “Introduce me,” said the charming Mary to one of the managers, “to the editor of the Herald. I would be so happy to dance with him—I wish he would unmask.” flere a spoony stepped up to us, and meaning to be ex- ceedingly witty, asked us, among what class of the community the Herald was generally taken; to which we replied, “the intelligent and honest— ms are therefore, we take it, no subscriber Here Spoony looked blank and rallied again— Won't You put my name down, sir.” € an- swered, “We are not in the habit of fleecing peo- ple, and as you could not comprehend the wit, intel ligence, morality and honesty, philosophy and una- dulterated christianity, of that paper, you would be throwing away your money.” y slinked, streaked, followed by the clawn, who, putting hie thomb on his nose, and pointing the remainder of his digits in all directions, up and down, enquired of Spoor his anxious mother knew he was out Miss, appeared in the character of a Broadway fashionable, with a bustle so large that the clown istook i H itempting to seat him. | black hair, and whiskers, lively, intelligent, active tell pe i for Bohabiund Seer he vo stools. bachelor of about 30 years of ne is an active ‘The office-seekers are all in good health—and politician of the managing Tammany,Hall School i mocracy. what is strange, in good spirits The Gover.or seems to have a faculty, by his bland, amiable and courteous manner, of putting off those he can’t satisfy, so that they go away wishing better luck next time. Some say the Governordoes not intend to consult any of the delegation in his appointments, but means to give his “slate” to a few individuals who know little about the democracy of the city. 1 can’t believe a nan of such sterling good sense as Govemor Bouck, will refuse to consult so intelli- gent and worthy a delegation, as that from the city ; if he should, he inay expect to blunder most misera- Yesterday (Sunday) the Mormons got the use of the House ‘of Representatives to explain their doc- trines At 11 o'clock, A. M. Elder Hyde, attended by his Holiness, the ‘Lord’s canna Joe Smith, proceeded to the Hall, and Elder Hyde. took the Speaker's chair, and took his text—the 6 first verses of the 3d chap. of Maliki; he commenced by wish- ing us alla happy new year—he said he was aware of the prejudice against the Lord’s people—it was always so from the beginning—he said the Lord had sent him and he must go, or like Jonah, suffer : A he consequences; ulthough there was no whales to bly, and will probably make very bad appointments. | (yr romana ees: settahal re a cenhi, % (por d We think we see ahead much mischiet brewing i our rivers; be swallowed by a big cat-fish; aaa the Governor suffers himself to be governed by a new clique regency from the city of New York, in- stead of consulting with the old democratic citizens ; of the place. Look out for a split in the democratic ranks, if the ** clique” previ There is a report here, that Nicoll, of the Lite and Trust was found, and the whereabouts he was caught, seemsto crea: much surprise and merriment. ARIEL. the Jews were always a head strong nation, and always murdered theirprophets, and God punished them severely for it; and he told us if we would not receive the Lord’s prophet, Joe Smith, or his ser- vants, he, the Lord, would break our banks, bring about nullification, and set us at war with one ano- ther, and play the devil with us; he quoted scripture | | to prove his doctrine, and thatthere was no doubt Philadelphia. the Mormon church was the rough corner stone [Correspondence of the Herald.] | | which the builders rejected, and must and will be. come the head of the church; he said it was the be- lief of the Mormon church that God was the same. now as he was of old; he alwayssent his prophets id heal the Puitapetema, Jan. 13, 1843. The Devil to Pay among the Weavers—Militia called out—The Theatres—Charley Thorn playing “ H—IUltupon Earth” to great Howses—Charlotte Cushman. Dear Sir— We have had the “ Devil to pay among the Weavers” played here for the last few days with great effect. Ouramiable sheriff, in attempting to disperee these knights of the loom, has been danger- ously wounded, and now lies at his hotel in a preea- rious state. Resolving no longer to be trifled with, the authorities called out the first brigade of volun- teers, under the command of General George Cad- wallader, a brave and efficient officer; and the pros- pect of a little cold lead quieted the turbulent spirits of these hungry fellows, who have proven most conclusively that they are greater tyrants than their employers ever could be, in theirtreatment of those members of the fraternity who were obliged to work at the reduced prices. ‘Truly Philadelphia can no longer be said to be the “ City of Brotherly Love.” ; The theatres here are all fairly encouraged. Thorne of the Olympic is playing the devil, or what is the same thing, ** H—Il on Earth,” to good houses. The theatre is well calculated for melo-dramatic display. Burton has left the Olympic on account of and the holy ghosts, and his disciples coul sick, &c. &e. T’ve no more room. Joe 1s a tall, stout man, and avery good natured, plain look, a large pug nose, a low forehead, and an absense of any thing like in- telligence in his countenance, about 38 or 40,years old—he hasa shrewd, sanctified impudence that will carry him through any thing—he carries a sin- gular black large headed walking staff, with an aes large gold ring onthe 3d finger of his left hana. Cireult Court, Before Judge Kent. Jan. 14.—David Moore va. John Craig.—Thit action for trespass, brought by the plaintift agai defendont for debauchery upon his daughter, Elizabeth Moore. ‘The parties live in this city. Craig came to Mr. Moore’s housesome time in April last, with two other gen- tlemen. One of her cousins, (Mary Moore,) came and invited her to accompany her to church, She could not & because her porents were out. Craig then took Miss foore into one of the rooms up stairs, flung his arms around her, and drew her into a back bed-room. She thought he was to play. Shesat upon achair, and Craig upon the side of the bed, conversing together, about 10 minutes. She said, ‘J must go out into another room— what will the other gentlemen think for us to be here ? I must go out and see them.” She got up to go out, and “ t h x Craig stepped in before her and stopped her, and locked some slight misunderstanding, and plays to-night at | the door. _He then catched her and flung her upon the the Walnut ‘with Me. Booth, Mr. Hill, the Miss | hed. Me then put his arm under her back,>* "and Cushmans, and Chippendale, in ‘‘ Town and Coun- try.” This cast has never, perhaps, been excelled in this city, and is worthy of the high fame and en- terprise of ‘‘ our amiable Charlotte.” The Olym- pic and Walnut being almost next door neighbors (they have a church between them), are striving hard for the precedency, while the happy “ public” are the gainers. The Chesnut is doing well with “Norma.” Richings takes a benefit to-night, and Mr. Flynn, who has been with us for a few days, returns to the Chatham. Yours, &c. Springfield, 111, [Correspondence of the Herald.) Sprineriexp, Jan. 2, 1843. Political Parties and State Officers—The State Baak of Illinois and Ilnois Bank to be put in Liquida- tion—Cheap Living and general Low Prices—Joe Smith surrenders himself to Judge Pope—Amuse- ments—One Thousand Ladies wanted for Wives— A Ball—The Mormons. Dear Bennett :— In looking over late numbers of your very inte- resting paper, I was somewhat surprised not to see any news from this ciiy, (the capital of the Sucker State) for I assure you, this is what we call a right smartchance of a abe We have had within a fe: days past, matters of extraordinary interst to claim ourattention. Our Legislature is now in session, two-thirds of which are democratic, the rest whig, (not one Tylerman) and most of them belong to the Washingtonian Temperance cause. There is much good sense mixed with their discussions, and almost all questions that come before them are de- cided on their merits, without any reference to party. McClernand# and Murphy are the principal leaders of the democrats in the lower house, and Mr. Browning and Logan of the whigs I do not consider the Senate any ple superior to the Honse in talent or ability. Mr. Baker (whig) is the best speaker. The Lieutenant Governer (Moore) who presides, is a large square built, red headed, intel- lac looking man, about 50 years of age, rather tending to corpulency ; but he performs his duties in aremarkable clear minded, prompt, business like manner. He is amember of the Methodist Church. The new Governor (Ford) is a small thin man, but of great ability, every way fit to fill his station with honor. His good business habits and correct views, have made him a great favorite with all parties. The State Bank of Illinois and the Illinois Bank will be put into liquidation immediately, and their specie paid out pro rata forthwith, on all their bills, and a certificate of indebtedness given for the balance. They will pay about 30 cents in specie on the dollar, and the balance aa soon as they get it.— They will have four years to wind up in. This is a very cheap p!ace to live—good butter at 64 cents per Ib.; good beef at2 and 3 cents; do. pork 1 do; large fat turkies at 15 to 18 cents each. Here isthe place to raise the little democrats—you can board your le jewne editeur for 124 cents per week. I saw a large and excellent yoke of cattle sold on Saturday for ten dollars. i The same day, 3ist ult was all excitement here in consequence of that most celebrated, that most renowned, that immortal personage, holy Joe Smith, the Mormon prophet, surrend:ring himself to Judge Pope of the Sapreme Court of the United States, now in session here, in obedience to the requisition of the Governor of Missouri. He has now applied fora writ of habeas corpus in the court mentioned. He was heid to bail for $2000. General Law, of Nauvoo, and General Adams, of this city, are his bail. The trial is set down for to-day. The by this means accomplished his purposes. Such is the ‘bstance of the complaint, as stated by Miss Moore her- f, who was the first witness called. On her examinay tion, she stated that Craig put his hand upon her and push- ed ‘her into the bed-room, as she thought, play- fully. They ‘then sat aud talked | together. He was sitting by the head of the bed. She says—t told him I would go into the frmt room, as they would think it strange. Craig stopped her and locked the door, and left the key in the door. He then put one arm round my neck with the hand upon my mouth, and with the other arm threw meupon the bed. Itried all I could to alarm the house, and to prevent him from putting me on the bed. ‘This was done immediately. Heatill kept his arm round me and over my mouth, and confined my arms un- dermy back. His right arm was round my neck ; he was lying upon my right side. He confined both my hands behind my back with one of his. He then thrust his tongue down my throat ; I cried out as well as I could, bat] fainted away. I think it was about five minutes be: fore he accomplished his purpose. In about three or four minutes after Lgot clear of him, 1 went into Brawley’s beil-room, where Ihave often sat with Craig before. Be- fore the traneaction spoken of the party had been drink- ing gin, including my aunt, and myself; we all drank gin. This was Sunday afternoon. It is @ usual thing among all the Irish to drink gin, except its them that’s temperate, andithere’s very few of them. [have always been in the habit of drinking something when I wanted it. My young sister is about 13 years of age, and I have seen her drink gin. It must have been about one o'clock when Oraigtook me into the room; I was in their about half anjhour. My sister came and knocked at the door whileCrag was ——. My mother takes some gin, and my father too. After the transaction [ put on another gown, and Craig fixed up my hair, end hooked my frock for me. Direct resumed.—Craig made me give my handon i premise not to tell, as we were going to get mar: Jed. According to the evidence of Miss Ann Morse (1 very pretty bright-eyed, intelligent little girl, about 13 years of age) she went to the bed.room door and knocked, but Craig answered her that she should not come in, and spoke as though he was out of breath; afterwards, when among the young men, Ann threatened “to tell.” Craig said, “he did't care adamn; she (Elizabeth) was his property and he would let them know it.” Craig gave Ann a sixpence not to tell, and Ann promised not to tell. Miss Mary Meory (the counsin spoken of, and avery handsome young girl of about one and twenty) sal she asked Elizabeth if she was sorry for it? but Elizabefh made her no answer, Exsza Covstanie: testified to the condition in which sho found certain matters and things, but the details are unfit for publication. Miss Many Moone was recalled by Mr, Barber for the defence, who was anxious to know of Miss Mary if she and Mrs. Moore and John Craig (the def) did not all slec together in the same bed one night. Miss Mary,with muc blushing, admitted the soft impeachment. Mr. Barber said that was all he wanted to know of her; but Mr. Hort, counsel for plaintiff, was not so easily satisfied; he wanted afull explanation, asort of bill of particulars; in short, Miss Mary must explain the whole affair, which she did PHinavetruta. “Twas then living in Dey street; John Craig came to see me; I went to visit Mrs. Moore; Johm asked me to come up and see either him or Mrs. Moore, (we did not under- rand which—indeed, we are sure Miss Mary is no vixen; does not speak loud enough;) it came on to rain, and was a wet evening; I went home to the house I lived in, but could not #80 I went back to Mrs. Moore’s; it was in the summer time, and the bed was on the floor, and L believe it was a matter of necessity;” This account ap- peared to satisfy the two lawyers, but there still remained a juror who wanted Miss Mary to tell him if any of the party were undressed. Miss Mary assured him that nei. ther Craig nor hersolf were undressed. ‘Then Mr. Bar. ber’s curiosity was again excited to know something about another occasion 6 whether or not Miss Mary had not slept with John at another time? But Miss Mary hesitated very much—and one of the counsel for the pro- decution objected. Whereupon, Miss Mary said, “I did't come here to answer such questions, and I shan’t tell any. thing more about it.” ‘hen you refase to answer, do you? It mail is about to close, and,I think the affidavits for |, Here Mr. Haut recalled Miss Moons, the first witness, the prisoner by the Governor of Missouri, are de- | in orderto get the bill of particulars of’ jaunt to Hobo- fective, I think he will get clear, but all is uncer- | ty", Bul tie, Court thought fitto adjourn, which cut of tain. There is a large crowd and great excitement. | (2° &' ion. We shall give jaunt,” however, wwe find it in the following pleadings ‘or declaration by Moore :— Miss Moore's Statement.—Extzanvtn Moone is 20 years of age, and resides with her father, at No. 123 Warren: street. Shesays she has been acquainted with John Craig from her childhood, both having been born in the county of Derry, Ireland. ‘The father emigrated to America in 1834, leaving his wife and six children, of whom Elizabeth is the eldest, to follow him at a subsequent time. In 1837 they came over. Craig came over in 1839, and was a frequent visitor at her father’s house, Elizabeth lived with Gideon Lee, at Geneva, 19 months. She then returned to this city on account of ill health. Craig im- mediately commenced paying attention to her, and she supposed his intentions were honorable. He visited her about twice a week, and on Sundays usually spent the greater part of the day at her father’s house, and was treated as one of the family. Among the amusements we have a shanty of a theatre; Mr. and Mrs. Hastings are the principal actors. and managers, but the ladies do not atronise it much. Mr. Wm. Prentiss, the popu- jar United States Marshall of this State, gave a party last week, which caine off to the satistaction of all concerned; but our U. S. Senator elect gave asplendid blow out and ball at the American Hotel, on New Year’s eve, and he invited all hands and the cook, and as the Mississippi is a considerable tal! stream for a new country, so this was a delightful affair fora new city, and far beyond my expecta- tions, the only draw back was we had not ladies enough—there were 3 or 400gents,and not more than 40 or 50 ladies, and half of them married or en- engaged. 1 can ensure one thousand ladies a the time agree pea hasten toenails tee good sucker husbands within a month of | the same to take place was about a fortnight before the their arrival here; and what a glorious pros- pect too for the little suckers! ; plenty of. corn bread and pork, or wheat bread and chicken fixens; none crying for bread here, the whole country 4th July, 1342. That on Sunday, the 17th of April last, 1842] her father and mother went to Staten Island, leav- ing her in charge of the house. ‘This was the day when the trespass is alleged to have been commi'ted upon Eliza- roans with abundance. Well, to the ball. The | beth by Craig, Alter the ocourrence, Craig endeavored 4 ¥ to dissuade her trom saying any thing about it to her fades were generally daughters of Judges, Generals, | finer, remarking that nowhe knew the was virtuous, There is scarcely any man ‘bell f ranks below « Captain or Judge in this county. 1 | 2°40" they ware sonear, boll orate Ea py do assure you, that our IIhnois ladies will compare | him upon the impropriety of his conduct, he replied that with any in the world. There was the beautiful | he intended to act honorably with her, and would marry Miss P——e; she was arrayed in a loveiy white | her at the time appointed. These promises he often re- dress, her hair plain, except asmal! virgin white | newed afterwards, oye at this time talking of go- Kegs of ad on ellie po - her hair, jagte New Orleans, and Elzabeth began to doubt Craig's white satin shoes,a remarkable cheerful counte- nance, and a lively good dancer. She was all that | ,,,Sindav Jaunt to Hoboken —In order to arrange mat- wegentieman love, There was the tall, lively ady- tare, Crmie Bropesed a taunt to. Hokebam, the, more 4 : cularly as Elizabeth’s health was delicate, and an excur- like Miss J—e; she wore a very becoming dark | sion across the water would do her good. Craig assuree dress ; she is a most excellent figure, and a remas- her that she would be as safe as if in her own father’s kable good expression of countenance, and beau- | house. Elizabeth, finally, agreed to go with him on Sun- tiful black eyes. Then came the enchant- day to Hoboken. They crossed over to Hoboken, and ing Miss .T——r; she wore a neat white satin | went along the walks to a hotel, and went in and sat dreas. She is a most superb dancer, and seemed | down. She complained of feeling unwell, and asked Rim to make all happy around her. There was the to return to the city. He she had better take some beautiful and lovely Miss W——, dressed ina splen- Hengn and something to beep as it would ‘ond +7 Kr FA t some it did figured silk—a good dancer, ‘and all you could | and len meee | Rat the egreat. ea Lit Sei y Here comes Miss T——d; a very genteel, and lemonade; but he insisted on her taking some brandy : A a5 and water, as it would be best for her, and went and _pro- esting girl—she wore a white dress, and the hair, shoes, &c We. allfixed right; she deserves a cured twotumblers of it. She tasted a little, and refused todrink any more, and Craig then drank both glasses. Senator. Among the single ladies, [could mention | A‘tersitting a few minutes they started for the city, and i i 7 ‘ig took the road along the river, as many more equally interesting, but I shall not have Petts (gee! ee oo ce “| ver, as time. Among the married women, our Governor's wife took an active pert she is rather small, but decidedly a lady of the right sort, and Mrs. Senator | of feeling tired and anwell, Craig advised her to set H——a, a lively, pleasant woman, good company, | down awhile and rest. She did #0, and told Craig she felt and Soot eee aa sani mg rd young, faint, wie he webs her bonnet and sat down ‘beside her, pretty, well dressed and added much to the amuse- | and again Ahh ofl her might { ment of the evening. [ ought to notice Mrs. W—s, | She screamed Ww! ight for assistance, and fi. Mrs. L—n, young, lively, and good looking,—but | nally aucceated in, getting away from him, and ran untit . @ road, when beinj I must stop for want of room, ainong so many hand- down, aud shortly Graig oume end! ext down alee; some lady-like girls. I did not intend to make out crying, and he told her not te cry, for he intend: the belle, in fact I could not, had not one little cit- Pier, It waa ot long ales chia the obec aes cumstance decided for Miss P——e; she was dane- ing with her partner, when her father entered the ball-room—she had not seen him for a day or wo— instead of the distant nod, she steppe up t@ her gray-headed parent and welcomed him wit at flial kiss, and a countenance beaming with 107, an iph ove, and joined in her cotilion again like | syinh, Tam always so delighted, when I'see suc! ie “ and holy love of our parents, and bea of the blesses it—that I decided she was the be ver 4 ball and of Springfield, Judge Breese was very pe. lite and attentive, and tried to make thick eat dig. py; in person, he is very short, very thick set, dig over toward the river road, and went through a Small piece of woods, and as she complained ed to mal informed that he was married to another girl by the name of Copeland. James C defendant. counsel for plaint H. P. Barber, for City Intelligence. Gnivritn sent vr.—Robert Griffith, recently convict- ed and sentenced to the Penitentiary for six months,for ob- taining money under false pretences, was sent to Blaok- well’s Island yesterday morning, and detailed for service sn the stone quarry. Harrott will soon follow him. Prostitotiow Poxisuep.—Catharine: Bloomfield and Maxwell, who have recently kept a honse of in- 1 aified, ge anly looking man, about 45 years o! | iamy at ao Elm’ street, were tried yesterday morning in serie cae fe man for his oflicesand will fll | ie General Sessions, and sentenced to the Penitentiary ey th honor to the State and himself, Judge | for six months, as disorderly persons, This is the firet-con- Douglas, his opponent, was present, and took an ac: J viction that has taken place uniter this law, and more will tive paren the dancing ;-he isva small, black-eyed, } follow.