The New York Herald Newspaper, March 25, 1843, Page 2

aturday, March 25, 1843. Herald Literary Depot. All the new and cheap literary publications of the day re for sale, wholesale and retail, at the Hxrauy Orrice, orthwest corner of Nassau and Fulton street. x The following publications have just been issued | rom this oifice—Ne. 6 0} Alison's History of Europe; | odes of Castile, or the First Voyage of Columbus, by | ooper, in two volumes, 50 cents; Tne Rocky Mountaios, | Sce and Adventures in the Far West, by Washing: | dared to expre ‘Tue Conpver or rue Press 1n RELATION TO THE Somnus Case.—There has never been a better exhi- bition of the violence, absurdity, and gross seurrili- ty of the party press, than that aflorded by their con- duet in relation to the case of Commander McKen- zie. The Courier, in especial, has day after day belched forth columns of the most disgusting vitu- peration, and with all the ingrained malevolence which characterizesit, has assailed every one who doubt respecting the propriety of Commander MeKenyie’s conduct. The whole de- fence of McKenzie, in these papers, from beginning to end, has consisted of abuse. The relatives of on Irving, 26 cents; The Adventures of Ferdinand Count | athom, by Smollett, 26 cents; the March number of | Blackwood’s Magezine; also, Angela, or Love and Guilt, y F. A. Durivage, 12) cents. A New Movement in Favor of Captain Tyler, The blow given to the cause of honest Captain | Tyler, by the recent riot and row in the church of | the Rev. David Hale, has actually brought tears in- to our eyes ever since. Six times have we set up } the pins for a new party—a Tyler partyin New York, and six times hasjthe devil come along, like a comet, and most wickedly knocked the whole down with a whisk of his tail. Yet, while there is life there is hope. We do not despair. Let us try again—‘‘better luck next time,” as Jacob Faithful says. We feel for the Captain—for Bob—for the guard—and especially for Major Noah, the large grease spot of the party. And we are happy that our eloquent, poetical, and wonderfully competent John Jones, of the Madiso- nian, also plucks up a bit of courage. Hear his last bit of poetry :— OUR FLAG. In consideration Of the nomination Of John Tyler for the Presidency,in 1844, By seven thousand voters Of the city of New York, wethrow out To-day the Flag On which our principles are inscribed. And this Flag, suri. Consecrated in the cause of Republicanism Of sixty years standing, Shall remain flying at the head of the column Through storm and sunshine— In the onslaught and to the rescue— In the attack and in the defence, Until the thunders of the battle should have passed Away, And the victory of ’45 Shall win the safety and peace of the People; And the Republic Our principles read, as they appear, And they are nearly identical with those entertained By the late Democratic Convention In Virginia : No Bank—a Revenue Tariff— No Distribution—no Abolitionisin— A strict construction of the Constitution, As by Jefferson— No Public Debt— An economical administration Of public affairs— And universal suffrage, with universal education. We do not simply profess These principles, They constitute the standard of our action. And with these principles We win for the Peeple Or perish with the People. Bravo! bravissimo! This is capital. John Jones isa true paladin—and we feel inspired with hope to meet the Saracens again. Now let’s to work. What shall be done? The government patronage in this city can govern at least one hundred votes in every ward—thig gives us 1700, which is quite equal to maintain the balance of power between the two parties, in a close election. It is very evident that if this power and influence be properly organized, the Tyler party can contro! the charter election, including Mayor and both boards. Nothing is to prevent them, if they go to work at once and organize in every ward with spirit and efficiency. Mass conventiens are farces —mere folly. Nothing will bring the whigs or democrats to their senses, but the power to defeat or to give them victory at the polis. The meeting at the Tabernacle was a failure, and Captain Tyler must admit the fact. What else could be expected to result from the imbecile efforts of Major Noah and the Military Hall clique? The plan we have propesed is the only true one. Come, let’s try—for fun, at least. Caniner Rumors.—Letters were received in town yesterday by a number of prominent members | of the democratic party, stating that President Tyler had called General Lewis Cass to the office of Secretary of State ; Richard M. Johnson, as Secretary of War; Andrew Stevenson, late minis- ter to Great Britain, as Postmaster General, and Charles A. Wickliffe, late Postmaster General, as Minister to France, and that they had consented to accept the appointments. NoMtnaTion For ALDERMEN.—In noticing the an- ticipated nominations for Alderman‘by the Demo- crati¢ party, it was stated yesterday that#Alderman Charles W. Smith had withdrawn frem the nomina- tionin the Seventh ward. Such a report was cur- rent, but we have since learned that there is no foundation for it, as he is considered a candidate by his friends, and will in all probability receive the nomination. Alderman Smith isa practical, sound business man, and has represented his constituents with ability in the councils of our city. Concert or THe Irautan Benzvotent Socrety — The concert for the benefit of the funds of this char- itable institution will take place at Niblo’s Saloon, on Monday evening, 27th inst. We understand, with great satisfaction, that Mr. Niblo has volun- teere@ his beautiful saloon gratuitously, which enti- ues that gentleman to great praise—and that the talent of the many performers who have generously offered to lend their services on this occasion, will render this concert one of the most brilliant ever given in New York. Among the names of the rexnarkable singers, we find those of Madame Sutton, Madame Maroncelli, Signors De Begnis, Martmi and Milon; and among the performers, Signor Rapetti, Etienne, Thibault, Brucher, Rakeman, Lobiano, Trojsi, and others. A ror THE Surrerers py THE GuapaLourE Earrnquake —We understand that the suflerings of these unfortunate inhabitants, are of the most dis- tressing character. They are under the most pressing necessity for food and raiment. The suqject of affording relief to them has been presented to indi- vidual members of the Common Council. But as the Corporation has no authority to make dona- tions of this character, it is not probable that any action will be had by that body. A movement, to be efficient, should originate with the merchants. It the subject were taken up by the Goodhues, Whirne Livingstons, Boytis, Grinnells, How- ands, &c., a very handsome subsersption might be Will net some of the merchants call a pub- lie meeting upon the subject? We appeal to their esprit du corps raised Powrkait or Axprew |Jackson.—An {admirable engraving by Danforth, of a portrait taken by Mr. J. N. Dodge of this city, has just been published. It is one of the very best, if not the best, likeness of the venerable hero and statesman which we have ever The brave old man is seated in contempla- tive mood, with an open book before him, and the sword, which he wielded with such vigor, 19 suspended on « column behind hisehair. ‘The me- chenical execution is very creditable to American art; and we have no hesitation in pronouncing it worthy of universal favor. een Tue Comer.—The chief mate of ship Camille, the executed men have been attacked—the govern- ment have been attacked—the Judge Advocate has been attacked—every one, in fine, that refused to approve of the entire course pursued by Comman- der McKenzie has been attacked in the most fero- cious manner. This violent and foolish’conduct has, | as a matter of course, done incalculable injury to the cause it was absurdly intended to serve. Thus the virulent assaults on Mr. Spencer have awakened great indignation. Any one possessed of common sense or feeling would have supposed that this gentleman, at least,would have been secure from attack. But he has been the special object of the most unfeeling and unchristian abuse. And for what? Simply for discovering that he had the feel- ings of a father, and exercising one of the most pre- cious privileges of citizenship—the right of enquir- ing at the lawful tribunals of his country whether his son thad been righteously deprived of hislife. The calmnees and dignified forbearance with which Mr. Spencer has acted throughout this sad affair, have been remarkable,and the abuse poured upon him has been as utterly inexcusable as it has been disgrace- ful,even tothe Courier. The man who could assail Mr. Spencer insuch circumstances must be as utter- ly devoid of every parental feeling as he is of every principle of honor. The attacks on the Judge Advocate are equally unjustifiable and detestable. This gentleman has been only discharging his duty with fidelity. And every impartial witness will cheerfully admit that he has done so with great good feeling, propriety and justice. He is besides,a gentleman in every way en- titled to respect, and indeed enjoys, amongst all who know him, th:t high reputation which an un- blemished character and distinguished talent always gain from men of intelligence and honor. Now, who can fail to be disgusted by unmannerly attacks onsuch a public official,because he has retained his independence and faithtully discharged the duties of his trust? The conduct of Mr.Norris has had,throughout the entire proceedings, the support and approbation of the Court. Ifthe record should ever see the light, it will be very satisfactorily perceived that the labors of the Judge Advocate have not been unprofitable or unimportant, The charges of collusion between Mr. Norris and Mr. Spencer, are unmitigated fabri- cations. The truth 1s, that the whole secret of the assaults on Mr. Norris, consists in the fact that his faithfulness and tact elicited the whole truth about the message sent to Mr. and Mrs. Spencer by their son, just before his execution; and also some other startling facts, which were absolutely wrung from the reluctant witnesses. Had Mr. Norris been more complaisant, and less faithful, he would have been the very pink of Judge Advocates. We have repeatedly expressed our regret that such a mode of defence should have been adopted by the professed friends of Commander McKenzie, on account of the injury which necessarily resulted tohim. When such violent and abusive conduct apparently receives his sanction, people naturally be- gin to suspect the existence of a malicious and ty- rannical spirit which is altogether at variance with the character of our free institutions, and which is sure to meet, in this enlightened community, with crushing rebuke. For our own part, we have studiously avoided any thing like partizan feeling in this case. We have candidly and honestly stated our own opinion, but we have endeavored to do justice to all parties.— And in fact, in the most important proceedings in the ease, Commander McKenzie and his friends were obliged to seek in our colunes that informa- tion which was to be found in no other quarter.— Had the papers which took up the defence of that gentleman acted in the same spirit of justice, and refrained from the bullying bravado, and absurd and violent conduct which has excited only indignation and disgust, it would have been much better for the cause of Commander McKenzie. Srreer Cueaminc.—There are two sides to acon- tract, two sides to a street, and two sides to every question. Having touched up the Contractors, and street cleaners, on two or three occasions, and re- minded them of their duty ; we shall now turn to the other side and touch up the sovereign people themselves ; which we do by calling their attention to the following article of the city ordinances, which is unrepealed, and would be in full force and effect if it were obeyed :-— Corporation Ordinances—Chapter XXVI. Sec. 1. The owner or occupant, or person having charge of each house or other building, or lot or lots of ground in the city of New York shall, within the first four hours after every fall of snow or hail, shall freeze on the aide walks, and in the gut the same to be removed entirely from off the side i and to the breadth of one foo: out of the gutter opposite such house, build.ng, lot or land, under the penalty of three dollars for every such neglect, to be paid by the said owner, occupant or pervon having charge, severally and respectively. Where ake THE Potice 1—A disgraceful fight took place yesterday afternoon in Broadway, near Spring street. It was between the drivers ef one of Palmer’s and one of Reynold & Weart’s omni- buses. They fought on the step of their stages, in each of which were several ladies—not caring for the limbs, or the lives, or the nerves of their passen- gers, these brutessmashed theirstages together, and run their horses on to the sidewalks, thereby endan- gering the lives of those who were quietly walking by. What ought to be done with such men? Where are the police ? Gsnerat Murruy, “the Patrick Henry of the West,” our late minister to Central America, shakes hands with his democratic friends at Tammany Hall, this evening at 7 o’clock. He is on his way to Washington. Fine in New Haven.—We learn by Harnden’sex- press, that a fire broke out yesterday morning, at half past six o’clock, in the store occupied by Nicholson & Lewis, grocers. It is impossible to say what their jess has been, but probably the whole stock hasbeen badly damaged. Cuatuam Tueatre.—Mr. Crine’s Benerit.—To- night is set apart for the benefit of Mr. Cline, a very worthy and popular melo-dramatic actor, and a rich bill is offered for the occasion. Several fa- vorite performers have volunteered their services, which, united with entire strength of the excellent stock of this establishment, will present a concen- tration of talent and novelty rarely to be met with. A young man only eighteen years of age, called the “ Spanish Hercules,” makes his first appearance this evening, and will perform many truly astonish- ishing feats of strength and dexterity. Go early and secure seats, Tue Fortunes or Heotor O'Hattonan.—We have for sale at our counter, the eleventh number of this capital work. Inthe numbers that have already appeared, the ist arrived from Amsterdam,reports that they were 23, when they first saw the comet, the head atthat ime below the horizon. The angle of sub- tension was at first 36 23, and as it rose above the horizon 68, 1 moved E.N.E.towards the star Sirius, the rate of 10 degrees in 24 hoars. The width of the tail was 240, aud the length of the tongue, which was im the tail, and not the head, was 1 deg. Seoxerany or State.—An atiempt has been made in the Legisiature to remove Samuel Young from the office of Secretary of State—probably for his re- pudiating document. Postmaster at AtBany.—Solomon Van Kens. er has been removed from the post office at to make room for James LD. Wasson author has sueceeded in awakening no inconsiderable amount of interestin the personages thus introduced to our notice. The characters too, are Jashed off with a vi- gorous hand ; the clear-headed, yet high-spirited Colo- nel, the portly kind-hearted Father Dominic, and the he- ro’s foster brother, Mark Antony O'Toole, a broth of a boy for fun and fighting, are all, we doubt not, drawn from the life. GG> If the crowd at the American Museum, at the bee nefit of Miss Darling, the beautiful enchantress, this afternoon and evening, be in any proportion to the ex- citement her appearence has created, Barnum will scarce- ly find room to hold them in his immense establishment Exhibitions of megic are always pleasing, but when they are shown in astyle of unequalled splendor, by an ex. tremely pretty aod clever women, they are enchanting. Jenkins, Chang Fong, Celeste, Miss Hood, &e., add to the est and variety of the performances. ‘The Assassination of Corlis, The investigation before Coroner Archer was continued yesterday afternoon, at 3.0’clock, in the Superior Court Room, in the City Hall. Long before the hour selected for the meeting of the jury, the avenue to the court room of the second story, was completely blocked up by an immense crowd of anxious spectators, eager to obtain en- trance to the court room ; and it was with great difficulty that either-reporters, jurors, or even offi cers of the court, could obtain entrance. The court room was crowded to excess, and the doors were raised between the two apartments, giving the spectators the benefit of the extended hall. Mr. and Mrs. Colton arrived at an early hour, attended by their counsel, Charles O’Conner, Esq, who held converse with them during the investiga- tion. The hour of three having arrived, the Corener took his seat, accompanied by Aldermen Crolius and Carman ; and Deputy Coroner Milliken called the names of the jurors, when it was found that three were absent. Officers were despatched in quest of them, and after considerable delay, two were found among the crowd, who had been unable to obtain entrance tothe court room. Mr. William Hagadorn was still absent, and it now being nearly four o’clock, the Coroner concluded to proceed without him, there being sixteen present, and the law requiring but twelve. ~ Nothing new was presented during the investiga- tion, that could tend to throw any light on this mysterious murder. James Jenkins, a mulatto waiter, whd resided at 26 Vesey street, where Mrs. Colton boarded, stated in his evidence that he tended the hall of the house in the capacity of a servant, and during Monday last, was there from three o’clock in the afternoon until Justice Matsell came in the evening, and that during that time, he did not see Mrs. Colton pass in or out of the house, or come down stairs. That when Justice Matsell came to the door to enquire for Mrs. Colton, about eight o’clock, he went upstairs to her room and delivered the message to her, she opening the door to receive it. This testimony only tends to make the matter more mysterious, as Mrs. Colton could not have been the person who committed the act, unless she had left and come back to the house between the hours of six and eight o’clock. The first witness called, was ~ Wutium W. Sevier, who was sworn—I reside at 47 Reade street; I was not acquainted with Charles G.Cor- lis, but I knew him by sight. Iam not acquainted with Colton, nor never knew him until he was pointed out in court. I had no knowledge of the late difficulty between Mr. Colton and Mr. Corlis; I am not acquainted with Mrs. Colton. Q—Have you been informed by any one that Mr. Cor. lis’ life was threatened? A—Last Saturday afternoon, while I was at the “Em. pire,” in Mind street, a bowling saloon, 1 read a notice inthe “Evening Express” that Mrs. Colton had taken laudanum. After reading it, I handedit to Mr. W. W. Monroe, who was sitting by, and pointed out the para. graph to him. Aiter he read it, which was hastily, as thongh he had seen it before, he said, “Yes, 1 should think Corlis would leave the city, or he may get killed yet.” ‘That was all he said. 1 then took the paper out of his hand and commenced reading. 1 was there only a few minutes, and nothing further transpired between. him and me. A gentleman was close by, but I hardly think he heard it—he was sitting down. I did not know him —I think I left Mr. Monroe there. tHere four ladies came into court, who had been sub- penaed as witnesses.) Witness continued—I have never heard any threats against the life of Charles G. Corlis, except the one be- fore spoken of. [do not know where Wm. W. Monroe lives—he lives somewhere in the city, but 1do not know where it is. I have known him about one. year, have seen him occasionally, I de not know hia busine: now—he formerly kept a grocery store some where near the Battery, think. He did not assign any reason for making the remark relative to Corlis. I saw Corlis on Sunday forenoon last, for the last time. He was in Broadway, near his Saloon. I had no conversation with him, nor never had any—I merely knew him by signt. James Jewxins, a mulatto man, called and sworn—I live at 26 Vesey street. [Here Mr. Hagadorn, the absent juror, came into court and took his seat Wir continued—I now live with Wm. Wallace, and have been in his feginid as a waiter since February last ; lived previously with Mr. Colton, at the same house ; Mr. Colton gave up the house on the 28th of Feb ruary : Mr. Colton hasbeen in the habit of visiting that house since he left it—when he left there he went to live at 24 Vesey street; Mrs. Colton remained at No. 263 she occupied the third story and had two rooms, which were exclusively used by her; she never had any company call to see her ; when Mr. Colton came there he went up stairs, but! do not know whether he went to see Mrs. Colton or not ; I saw Mr. Colton there last Monday, about 1 o’clock in the day ; he then went up stairs ; he was in Mrs. Colton’s room ; he was not in conversation with Mrs Colton, but was removing some furniture ; I assisted him. in removing it ; there was no other person in the room ; he did not say any thing to Mrs. Colton, not to my know: ledge ; I was not there all the time ; 1 was engaged in carrying the furniture down stairs; while I was going up and down stairs Mr. and Mrs. Colton were alone to- gether ; whilel was in the room with Mr. Colten Mrs Colton w ted on the sofa in the same room ; she w: dressed in white and her hair was worn plain ; the same as she usually wore it ; Mr. Colton wasin the room ten or fifteen minutes ; | was not present when he leit the room ; after leaving her room he left the house ; 1 did not see Mrs. Colton after that until the ev: , when Justice Matseil came and told me that he wished to see her ; I went to her door ; tothe parlor door, found it locked; I knocked at the door; she opened it and I delivered the message ; she said ‘ she could not see any person that evening”; I told herthat “a gentleman wished to see her;” Ithen wert down and told Justice Matsell that she said she did not wish to see any one; he told me totell her thet it was Justice Matsell, and he must see ; | went fe gain and told her what the Justice had said; she open- the door a second time, and answered again ‘‘ that she could not see any person.” I went down and told Jus. tice Matsell; he asked me where her apartments were, and I showed him upto the third story; I remained there with him until the door was broken open; it was some. time after dark when Justice Matsell came there; [ do not know the time ofthe evening; he knocked at the door, but there was no answer; he then knocked repeatedly at the door, but there was no answer; Justice Matsell was there aboutten minutes before the door was broken open; 1 recollect that a person sail he would allow her three minutes to open the door before it was broken; at the expiration of that time it was broken open. Q-—Did Mrs. Colton appear as well as usual, when you a her and told her that Justice Matsell wished to see her A—No, she did not appear as well as usual;: she did not tellfme she was net well; I went? into her room shortly after the door was broken open; she was sitting on the sofa with her head on a pillow; she did not say anything, although she was spoken to repeatedly. Q—Did you e ver see her in that condition before? A—No, | never did; I attend the front door of the house No. 96 Vesey street. Q—Did Mrs. Coltoa pass out of that hall on the after. noon oF evening of Monday last? A—No, she did net. Q—Were you in the hall all day 7 A—I was there from three o’clock in the afternoon un- til Justice Matsell came in in the evening. Q—Did any female pass out of the hall that evening? None to my knowledge. ‘Were you in the hall all the time? Yes, I was. A Q—Was Mrs. Colton in the habit of going out of the frent door when she went out? , she was. Q—Were there any females residing in that house on Monday? A—No, none except the servants of the house. Q—How many female servants were there in the house? A—Not but one—she is colored—her name is Ann Russell. Q—Do youknow whether Mrs. Colton carried a night 1 ki “K—she aid not, to my knowledge. Q—Do you attend that hall constantly, or does a colored boy named Simon assist you? "AT tend it most always. i Q—Did any other person that afternoon tend that joer A—No, sir—I was there in the afternoon and evening. Q—Were you there constantly from the afternoon until Justice Matsell came in? A—I was there from about four o’clock until Justice Matsell came in. Q—Do you mean to sayj that you were constantly there? A-—I do. Q—Is there afront basement door to that house 7 A—There Q—Who has ch f that door? A—No pe 5 Ls lly locked, and not attended by any person in particu! the door is locked op the in- side; the front basement is used as a dining room, Q—Who took dinner there that day? A—But one person. Q—Who was that 7 A—Mr. Gilpatrick; Mr. Wallace does not dine there; Mr. Gilpatrick took his dinner about 3 o’clock; Simon waited on the table; | am not took his dinner there or not; hour; I saw him come in at the front door, and saw him in the hall; he remained there all the atternoon. Q—Who let him in? A—He came im himeelf. Q—Did he carry anight key? A—Yes, he did. Q—Did he occupy a room in that house ? A~Yes, he did. Q- Whore was it? A—Inthe third story; there is a back stairs to the sec. ond story, that leads into the basement; this #tair-case is generally ‘sed by the servants. —Were there many persons passing up and down that atair-case during t! y? A—Thore was but one that I saw. Q—Who was that? Q-—Is there any egress from that lot to the street, ex- cept My the halls? A—No, air, Q—Do you think that a person could pass up and down the back stair-case, without your hearing them? A—No, I think not. Q—Does the two staircases commence from the samo platform? ‘A— Yes; the rear stairs ran dowa to the basement. Q—Were you in the habit of secing Mrs. Colton every —No, sir. aon: many rooms are there in the fourth story of the hon rhe ur—two of them were occupied by Mrs. Celton, one by Mr. Gilpatrick, and the other by no person irs. Colton dress when she went out 7 A—Generally a dark Jress; a velvet hat, dark colore!; Ido not recollectthe trimming; 1 do not remember whe- ther she wore aveil or not; she wore @ shawl, not @ “she usnally wore a dark colored shaw]; I think it hat is commonly called a cardinal; her dress was her dressed about a month sgo ; about a week since I saw her wear a dark dress; her usual dress is a lightone; | lived with M olton from the ad ofNovember to the 26h of February; I did not know Charles G Corlis. By aJvron—Did you ever know Mr. Colton to have a pistol ? neNo, tir, | have seen one about the house; it was a small pistol, mounted with silver, anda single barrelled one. By a Juror—Could not any bebe pass down the back basement stairs without your knowingit? A—They could, but I don’t think any ene did. Q—Can my onego down without being seen by a per- son standing in the hall ? A—They might; the front deor on the first floor was not locked; there isa middle door te the hall, which was enerally kept closed; there is also a middie door in the fant ofthe basement; a girl who formerly lived there, called at the houseon Monday about 3o’clock; she had ona ‘k hat anda black shawl]; she went away soon afterwards; Mr. Wallace’s family is not in the house; they have not moved. Simon Bopecy, a colored boy, with a green patch over his leiteye, was called and sworn—I live at 26 Vesey street with Mr. Wallace; I am a waiter, and have lived there since the 26th of last month; I lived with Mr. Col- ten previous to Mr. Wallace’s coming into the house, 1 have lived with him since the third of last August; I am ageneral waiter;1 market, and wait at table; I sometimes attend the hall, very seldom though; Jenkins is never away after three o’clock. Q—Were you in attendance on the front door on Mon- day evening last 7 A—No, I was not. Q—Did Fer let any person out of the house? A-No, | did not. ; Q—Who tended the door while Jenkins went to his tea? A—He does not take tea. He takes dinner late, at 3, and stays at the door till late Q—Did Mr. Gilpatrick dine there on Monday ? A—Yes,he did—he dined in the basement. Q—Where did he go after dir.ner. A—Ile went up Q—Where were yeu that afternoon? A—I was busy in the back parlor all the afternoon ; 1 was in and outof the back entry during the afternoon a number of times. Q—Did you any person go up and down the back that afternoon ? —I saw no one except Ann Russell, the cook ; both the doors of the parlors were closed. Q—Did you see Mrs. Colton on that di A—I didnot ; I hal not seen bh ithes been two or three months since I saw her go out ; she then went to the theatre with Mr. Colton ; this was the last time 1 saw herjgo out. Q—Which side of the hall does the back stairsrun de jown? 4 A.—On the right hand side as you come in the front joor. Q.—How far is the door that divides the hall from the front door? A.—About twenty feet. if 5 Q,—Can you see the back stairs when this dooris closed? A.—No sir. x e Junon—Where is Jenkins generally stationed in the al A.—At the foot of the stairs, between it'and the door— no person could come down the back stairs if] was sitting in the hall, unless 1 could see or hear them; the waiter who is ned in the hall never leaves it to go into the parlor at night; I did not go of any errands for Mrs. Colton on Monday; I went on the Friday beforeto get some books for her at the Sun office. Joun Watxace called and sworn—I live at 215 Grand street; I also oceupy the house 26 Vesey street; I have oc- oupied it since the 27th of February; my family reside in Grand street; I was at 26 Vesey street on Monday last,from about half past three o’clock in the afternoon until half past twelve that night; ! was in the parlor on the lower floor; I was there constantly; I might have went outonce, in the early part of the evening; I had company with me; I was not setting at the window any port of the time; I did not see Mrs. Colton during that day; I saw her last either the second or third ot March; I then saw her in the front basement of 26 Vesey street; she had ona dark dres: have rented the house from Mr. Colton, who had the pri- vilege of the use of the upper rooms untilthe first of May; Mr. Colton left about the 10th of March,leaving Mrs. Colton there; I did not know that Mrs. Colton was there; he went to 24 Vesey street; I never saw him in the housealter he left; I have never had any conversation with Mrs. Colton since Mr. Colton left—there were no other females about the house except a servant; she was a colored woman; no females were in the habit of coming there that 1 know ef. Q—Do you know that Mrs. Colton was kept under any restraint while in the house? A—No, I do not. Q—Have you ever seen Mrs, Colton going out or coming into the house? i A—No, I have not; Ido not recollect of having seen her in the street ; Ido not know that Mrs. Colton went of the house on Monday afternoon, By Juxon—A person cannot pass out of the frent door if the servant attends to my instructions in tending the door ; Ihave never made any threats against Corlis; I knew him by sight only; I have never seen any fire arms about the house in Vesey street- : It now being dusk, the Coroner suggested the proprie- ty of an adjournment until Saturday morning at eleven o’clock, when the Court Room of the General Sessions could be obtained for the accommodation of the jury and the public. This being acceded to by the jury, the inves- tigation was then a/journed to,that hour,at the place men tione.. The Herald of to-morrow, Sunday, will contain all the evidence received to-day ,and the weekly of this morning comprises all relative to the murer up to lest evening at the adjournment of the investigation. City Intelligence. Svicipr.—Dr. William A. Matthews, well known as one of the bloods of our city, committed suicide last evening, by cutting his throat with a razor, at the house of his brother No. 65 Murray street. An inquest was held last evening, and a verdict ren- dered in accordance with {these facts. INEFFICIENCY OF THE Brooxtyn Poxick.—Thure- day night, the residence of Major A. M. Greig, in Atlantic street, was broken into. The thieves ef- fected an entrance by forcing in the side window of the back door in the basement story ; every place was ransacked, from the parlors downwards, with the exception of the pantry, containing the plate, the lock of which was nearly cut off. It is supposed the depredators became alarmed, as a great part of the property was left behind, together with an axe and some Kers belonging to themselves. The Ma- jor wes the first who received a similar visit this time last year, after which every house in Atlantic street was either attempted or robbed; and in one instance, after securing a large amount of rty, among which were two valuable gold watches, &c. the thieves endeavored to force open with a hatch- et the bedroom door where a gentleman (Mr. O’Hern) and his wife slept. For months no attempts were made bY the authorities to stop these outrages —not a single watchman was ever seen in this street, and many of the inhabitants kept watch and watch; but the evil reaching to so great an extent that many of the families gave notice of their inten- tion to quit in consequence, a force was put on for a few nights, which was shortly after withdrawn,and again willthis neighborhood become the scenes of midnight pillage, owing to the disgraceful neglect onthe part of the Brooklyn authorities in not ap- pointing an efficient police. March, 24, 1843. J AMES Gornon Bennett, Esq. :— smR— I observed, in your paper of this morning, a para: graph in relation to the purchase of a certain collec- tion of mineralogical specimens by Yale College, which charges the Faculty with reprehensible parsi- mony in the case. It surely cannot be necessary to inform yon that the disposal of the funds of the insti- tution liesin the hands, not of the Faculty, but of the Board of Trustees. The Faculty are merely salaried instructors, and if all the sacrifices, pecu- niary and other, which they have cheerfully made far the benefit of the College, were made known, they would be found to merit not reproaches,but the highest encomiums. In reference to the case in question, if the Trustees have judged it inexpedient to purchase these minerals, the cause is undoubted- oy to be found in the poverty of the institution, and the mepemnatd of so expending the very small amount of fends at their disposal as shall produce the greatest degree ot benefit to the students, and, thro them, to the cause of science in this country. If the cir cumstances are as you represent, and the minerals are really worth more than the ‘Trustees felt them: selves authorised to pay, it isto be regretted that the Alumni were not solicited to make up the required amount by subscription. They never yet have re- fused to come forward, in case of necessity, to the assisiance of theit beloved Alma Mater Perhaps it is not yet too late. Suppose you suggest this course in your paper, and the money, | doubt not, can soon be obtained. Yours, Pompectially we N ALUMNUS. United States District Court, Before Judge Betts, Manon 24 —There were two or three decisions given in Bankruptcy in this Court today, but as they touch no new point of law, they are only interesting to the parties con. cerned. Court of Oyecr and Termiuer, Before Judge Kent, and Aldermen Woodhull and Carman. Marcu 24.—Siaten, indicted yesterday for arson, was brought into Court and arraigned. He pleaded not guilty, and was remanded for trial, which is set down for next Wednesday. OF, TO THE FRIENDS OF [RELAND!—Will be published at the office of the Tribune on] Wednesday morning, A memoir on Ireland, Native and Saxon.” By Daniel O'Connell, M.P. Price 26 cents, . anager Ll Before Judge Kent. : .. Manon 24.—James Haughey vs. Richard Varian —This is an action for assault and buttery. The affray occurred at tome talk previous to an election. Haughey was can- didate for the office of constable. This was part of the electioneering. From the evidence, it appeared there was a“ great dealof ugly talk—called ene another liars, damned and swore, and all that. ‘They abused on other in the worst’ style.” Mr. Varian took Haughey by the nose, and struck him. ‘The bones of his nose wore fastened. The defendant is a much larger man than the plaintiff. ., Lhe Judge told the Jury that there was no de'ence, and it was purely a question of damages. Verdict for plain- tiff, $125 damages, T. Tomlinson for fendant, plaintiff James B. Hays, for de- ft. & D. C. Kingsland vs. Aug. F. Crowman, et als.— ‘This is an action on two bonds, each conditioned for the payment of $2000and interest. The defence was usury. Verdict for plaintiff forthe debt, about $9000. L. 8B. Woodruff and Chas. O'Connor for plaintiff. F. Sayre, D, Lord, Jr. and George Wood, for defendant. General Sessions. Before Recorder Tallmadge, Judge Lynch, and Aldermen Smith and Gedney.” James M. Surrn, Jr. Eej,,scting District Attorney, in the absence of James R. Wuirina, Esq., who lies dan- gerously ill with inflammation of the brein. Manch 24,—The trial of Timothy Mount, boiler maker, of 72 Cannon street, for an attempt to poison his wife M: ry (formerly Mrs. Hingston, of Beaver atreet,) was conti- nued. A number of witnesses were called to contradict testimony given the day previous. ‘The marriage settlement drawn up by Counsellor Pirs. son, who was called as a witness, was produced in court. It ocewpies only nine pages of foolscap paper, and covers all the ground work necessary for such a document. The testimony was closed, and the case will be submit- ted to the Jury this morning, under the charge of the Recorder. ‘The Grand Jury came into Court during the morning, and nted a number of bills, and James C. Hallock, the Secretary, who is a member of the Society of Friends, rea the following presentment :— =i “The cenduct of Female Prostitutes promenading some of our principal streets in this city, especially in Broadway, is not only reprehensible, but is in open vio- lation of public decency ; the gaudy and immodest manner in which they dress—the vulgar, obscene and profane conversation constantly made use of in a loud ‘and most impudent manner, intended for the hearing of virtuous females passing through the streets—the less and told manner in which their assignations are madein that and other streets, and the personal insults offered by them to our wives, sisters and d most earnestly for the stron hereby presented by the Grand Jury as DAVID D. CRANE, Foreman. James C. Hatiocx, Secretary. New York, March 24th, 1843, The Recorpen, in receiving the presentment, re- marked that he should hand it over to the Police Justices of our city, for their action, asd we understand that posi- tive instruction, will be gi mn to the officers of police and city watch, to arrest all female prostitutes found in the streets at night, who violate the peace and decency of the city by prefane’and lewd conversation. They will then be sent to Blackwell’s Island as vagrants. If the police officers and city watch do their duty, the nuisance complained of will be greatly abated. : The Grand Jury having completed their business, were then discharged. Persons convicte}, who are out on bail, were ordered to attend, to receive sentence, this morning at 1] o’clock. M. Vassar and his Veracity again, Mn. Eprror :— Lobserve that the personage whose name heads this communication, is determined to render himself notori- ous, without much regard to the nature of the distinction he may acquire. He now stands before the public con- victed of untruth, both on facts and the testimony of a disinterested witness. And to escape the unpleasant di- Jemma in which his tsdibaiel a has placed him, he resorts to personal abuse. ‘This seems a very natural n with him. I welcome him to the character he blish by it, as it seems his only chance for dis- . Having, certainly, no intention to imitate him, i not, hereafter, notice his billingsgate. To deter- with what propriety this veracious personage im- pugni the credibility of Mr. Eadie,whose communication accompanie’ my last card, 1 subjoin to this the letter, which follows below. MOSES G. LEONARD. New Yor«, March 24th, 1843. New Yorx, March 24th, 1843. Dear Sir :— In corroberation of the remarks made by you in the Board of Aliermen on the 97th ult., on the subject of the Hudson River leave to state, that Ihave heard Mr. M. they, (meaning the Pough- keepsie committee, rstood him) “did not want any railroad between New York and Albany.” Very respectfully, ‘our obedient servant, JONA. J. CODDINGTON. To Atperman Lronarp, New York. New Yorx, March 24,1843. Moses G. Lrowanp, Esq Dear Sin:— In reply to your letter requesting me to state what pass- ed between Mr. M. Vassar and myself, on the subject of his not being desirous with his friends “for any railroad on the margin of the river, but that the project was re- sorted to to protect Lie property: in view of the injury he and they conceived they would sustain if the New York and Albany Ri n the interior route, and that in reality they didnot want any railroad, the river was enough fer them,” I would state that on mere than one occasion | have heard Mr. ‘assar reiter- ate the above sentiments, and in as strong terms as those quoted by Mr. J. Eadie, Jr. I am authorized by Judge Hammond, of Bre refer to him for the truth of Mr. Vassar havin lar conversations with nim. I would add that } sar is not the only’ one of the committee who have ad- mitted to me that “they did not want any railread; the river vas enough forthem.” Very respectfully, JOS E. BLOOMFIELD. $G- AMERICAN NOVELIST’S LIBRARY, No. 2.— In press, and will be published, on Tuesday, March 28th, by 8urgess & Zieber, Philadelphia, an Original Novel, en- titled “Fanny Dale; or the First Year after Marriage” By T. 8. Arthur, Esq., author of “ Six Nights with the Waahingtonians,? “ Insubordination,” “ Tired of House- keeping,” “ Bell Martin,” &c. ‘This novel is a highly in- teresting one, pourtraying, as its title imports, a tale of domestic life, in which are embodied all the wild romance of Scott, with the development of character by Bulwer. ‘This author is fast gaining a reputation of which his country may feel a just pride. Whilst there is nothing in his tales that may’ offend the purity of feeling in the young, or peison the heart of the most susceptible, his works abound with anit mn and life stirring incident. Public expectation is on the qui for this forthcoming work, which will not disappoinnt the admirers of its au- thor. Printed in quarto form on fine paper, at the low price of one shilling per copy, $9 per hundred to agents. Newsmen and boys supplied by J. A. Tuttle, Agent, No. 4 Ann street. THE SUNDAY MERCURY OF TO-MORROW will contain a correct portrait of Charles G. Corlis, taken after his death, yy the best patholegical artist in this city. ft shows the bullet wound, and his oe rance after the murder, and it will be accompani y a full and graphic accownt of the murder, with some startling facts, and the latest particulars. Also caenriag inter. esting about Colton and his wife. The Comet, fully des- cribed, and illustrated by an original engraving, made expressly for this paper. The latest reports of the ring from Bell’s Life in London. A capital story about College Lite, by Wasp. Allsorts of things, by Ladle; an excel. lent discourse, by Dow, Jr.; humorous poem, and the usual variety of editorials on the loca! occurrences of the day, foreign and domestic news, lice record of crime and misery, the theatres, &c. gb! eee street, ne: ene oa in: le copy one r which the paper Till be walled to eny perv ofthe Opaity. ie SARSAPARILLA.—The highly concentrated nd active Vases of Sarsaperilla, prepared under the direction of the College of Medicine and Pharmacy of the city of New York,tis now universally prescribed by the medical faculty. Dr. Brande, in the {ast edition of his in- valuable work on the Materia Medica, speaks in the hi est terms of approbation of this elegant article. He ati that in obstinate cutaneous diseases, and in the sequelae of syphilis it “ possesses virtues not hitherto obaerved in any article of the Materia Medica.” Such a favorable opinion from such ajustly respected authority does not require a syllable of ‘added recommendation. “This compound ex- tract of Sarsaparilla, is sold in single bottle at 75 cts. each. In cases with half a dozen bottles $3,50 ; 1 dozen $6. W. 8. RICHARDSON, Agent. Prinespal office of the College, 97 Nassau st. N. B. A liberal discount allowed to country practitien- ers and druggists. QG- NEITHER THE “SULTAN OF MUSCAT,’’ nor the King of the Cannibal Islands patronize Poters’ Ve- getable Pills and Medicated Lozenges, nor is it true that the proprietor of those invaluable preparations has in his session an autograph order from the Emperor of China for 3,000,000 Vegetable Plasters. The sale of these inesti. mable specifics is so vast at home that he is content to turn over these ‘distinguished foreigners” to his neighbers.— Nevertheless, should they find the articles procured elae- where mere spooniaitees, He is too much of a philanthro- pit to refuse to supply them with genuine remedies. His ealthrestoring rations are open to all, and if even the King of the Cannibal Islands should be annoyed with a cough, ortroubled :with worms, Peters’ Lozenges for by Spoons; vad ‘other ge those complaints are very much service. Be sure and purchase Peters’ Lozenges, that his signature is on each box. All others are spurious, and willdo far more harm than good Principal Office 126 Fulton corner of Nassau st. 0G- FIVE MINUTES TO CURE A HEADACHE, #ea sickness, or palpitation; a few hours to cure bad colds, coughs, whooping conghs, asthma, worms, lowness of spirits, ‘and three minutes to cure hearthurn’or acitity, is all that Dr. Sherman’s Lozenges require; therefore those who want to be cured poy easy, and cheap, must goto 106 Nassau street, and get’ some of the true Sher man’s Lozenges. We know nothing of any other, The Doctor is wi Lota the only scientific Medicated Lo- zenge manufacturer in America, and you might aa well take your watch toa blacksmith to get repaired, as to go to thé ignorant pretenders to get your health improved. Agents, 4 Stanwix Hall, Albany, and 8 Ledger Bal a Vhila. A PROPER SELF ESTEEM, AND REGARD for the opiniens of others, ought to induce every person whote hair is turning gr 7, Hing out, ore Boon 80 actually baldheaded, to call upon Comstock & Hite ie Magazine street, and procure the Balm of © o lished, and immu: | (Sie ea the nvest firmly cmr‘pat fools and those too | orance, hesitate to apnly it ; vente, Sand tavegetl of instances, in which oo od Rave been astonishingly beneficial, have establish ite | ntation Tt aw mne’ Teserves place spon pred toilet mb. — rats Dapwite i Cs he of Comstock & Co, 71 Mailer Jane, this city. THE SOUTHERN MAIL. Sales of Stocks at Philadelphia Yesterday, 50 shares Farmers and Mechanics Bank,2¢; 1 do North American Bank, 272}; 31 do Wilmington it 9; $500 Le an, 48}; $8000 Cincinneti Water Werks LATEST SOUTHERN SHIP NEWS. Puapetenta, Merch 24—Arr Benjamin, Treat, Pouce— encoun'ered the late gale, in which carried away fore toysail ya rimone, March 2—Arr Scituate, Baker, wr, Nvork C14, Posshonten, testes. oie us, White, Rio and a market, Sid Win Paces us, Crowell, Boston.— ire. (Br) Foster, Liverp'!; jen Sage, Kirby, New Or ‘ork. ty CHanceston, March 21—Arr Below, ashin and brig. Cld Yi Atalaots, (B:) Whitney, West leans. Arr 20th, George, Hall, N Spoken, foole, from New Orleans for New York, 17 days out, March bad 35, lon 74 50. BRISTOL’S SARSAPARILLA——ANOTHER PROOF OF ITS EFFICACY.—By reference to the ad- vertisements in another column, it will be seen that one ofthe most remarkable cures ever performed, has just been effected by this invaluable preparation. It is thd case ofa man wellknown to business men, and coming asit does unsolicited, speaks surely, and’ in a way not to be mistaken, that public opinion is fast gaining in its favor, as a purifierof the blood and renovator of the hu- man system. No extraneous methods are adopted to puff it into notice; the proprietor rather it should work its way solely on its own merits. What parent, brother, or sister, having relatives and friends suffering from that dreadful disease, scrofula, but will at least take the pains to inform themselves of its certain healing powers? We Repent invite all persons at all doubtful of what it has and will do, to call on Mr. Thomas Hogan, 203 Stan- ton street, and satisfy themselves by irrefragable testimo- ny. Sold wholesale and retail, by Wm. Burger, 50 Court- Jandt Xen and 183 Greenwich street, and druggists generally. 0G CONSUMPTION.—The following remarks were taken from the last number of the Medical Magazine :— “The surprising effect produced by the genuine Dr. ‘Taylor's Balsam of Liverwort, made at 375 Bowery, in consumptive cases, cannot fail exciting a deep and thril- ling interest throughout the world. We have so long believed this disease (consumption) incurable, that it is difficult to credit our senses, when we see persons, evi- dently consumptive, r ed to health. Yet it is a fact of daily occurrence.” The following certificate was vince by Capt. Scott, of Elizabeth City, N. C. “ Being constitutionally predisposed to sumption, (a number ao family having died of this disease,) and having suffe severely from irritation of the lungs, accompanied with cough and raising matter and blood, together with some pain in my side and breast, till] was sup) to be beyond recovery, | was induced, by ad- vice of Dr. Perkins, to try Taylors Balsam of Liverwort, and with great pleasure take this opportunity of testafy- ing to the value of this remedy. I have taken five bottles inall. I began to impreve afcer the first bottle, and after taking the third, was so far recovered as to be able to get about—since which time, by continued use of it, I am quite restored, and able to attend to my usual business. ‘Yo persons suffering from coughs and atfections ofthe lungs, I can earnestly recommend it,” (Signed,) JAS. C. SCOTT. Mind the number, 375 Bowery, old office. Dr. Leeds, druggist, 127 Maiden lane, sole wholesale agent. pg us a few days QG- THE PARISIAN ALTERATIVE MIXTURE, isguaranteed to onre all forms of secondary syphilis. Pa: tients effected with pains in the bones, cutrneous erup tions, sore throat, and every ether symptom indicative of the existence of venereal taint, should use this specific without delay. Sold in bottles at $1 each, in cases of half a dozen bottles, $5, (forwarded to any address.) W. 8. RICHARDSON, Agent, Principal Office of the College 97 Nassau street. dG ALWAYS FOREMOST.—’Tis conceded that Dr. Sherman was the first to introduce Medicated Lozenges into use.—’Tis conceded that Dr. Sherman was the firet to get up an elegant, many colored Show Bill.—’Tis con- ceded that Dr. Sherman has just come out again with an- other show bill, a perfect picture, emanating from the buj reau of the Napoleon of show 9ill printers, Mr. Shields, of 45 Maiden Lane —’Tis conceded that Dr. Sherman has struck out other originalities, but ’tis not conceded that Dr. Sherman was the first to introduce the system of No- tices that has given him such extensive notoriety, for this culiar telent at writing. Dr. F. Felix Gourard, the pro- prictor ef the celebrated Poudre Subtile, for eradicating superfluous hair, begs leave most respectfully, and very good naturdly, toenter a caveat against that “introduc- tion,” as be (Dr. Felix Gouraud) has the merit, if merit there be, of introducing that * system,” as can he proved to Dr. Sherman’s satisfaction, by looking into a file of the New York Herald, which isat his service. The first notice of the kind mentioned, wes headed, ‘ulgar error exploded.” Second, ‘Anecdote of Madam» inon de l’Enclos ” &c.,and those Dr. Gourau ‘s, and: ot the production “ofa penny-a-liner,” but written by Dr. (:. himself. Verb. Sap. 0G “THE TONIC MIXTURE.”—This celebrated remedy is composed of five ingredients, the active princi- ples of which are highly concentrated. It is now used ery extensively and ‘with great suecéss by the medics] factilty, for the cure of debility, (from whatever canse,) dyspepsia, nervous complaints. ‘Sold by the authority of the College of Medicine and Pharmacy of the city of New York. Price $1 per bottle Half dozen (in cases) $5. W.8 RICHARDSON, Agent. Principal office of the College 97 Nassau et ft FACTS! FACTS! ARE WHAT CONVINCE men’s minds in this utilitarian age—idle speculation, mors, puffs, avail not. That Hay’s Liniment will invaria- bly cure the piles, can be demonstrated by Gomstock & Ross, 25 Magezine street. They who longe v from that complaint when the remedy is at hand, virtually deny the truth, and are the victims of their unbelief.—[New Orleans peper. The same may be had of Comstock & Co.,71 Maiden lane, this city. THE PRIVATE MEDICINE CHESTS PRERA- red hy the College of Medicine and Pharmacy, are guar- anteed to cure the worst cases of Gonorrhea, Gleet, or any unpleasant discharge from the urethra,without ing the breath, or disagreeing with the most delicate sto. mach. Te purchasers of these chests, the College bind emselves to give medicine gratis, if not cured. Price bpm ba authority of the College of Medicine and Pharmacy, jassan street, N. ¥. W. S. RICHARDSON, Agent. A TEASE MONEY MARKE1, Friday, March 24—6 P.M. The operations at the Stock board were not largo, and prices did not alter much. Kentucky 6’s fell}; Bank of Commerce rose }; Mohawk }; Harlem j. At the new board prices remained about the same. RThe Bank law bas passed the Kentucky Le; It provides for the withdrawal of the State five per cent stock from one quarter, and applying them in another. It will be remembered that the city of St. Louis last fall authorized the funding of the city warrants ina ten per stock. The time has now elapsed during which the funding of their warrants was permitted, and the stocks have appearedin the market at 93 per cent. The securi- ty is undoubted. The amount of Indiana State scrip outstanding is $800,000. At Mobile, on the 16th, the Bank of Mobile, which had been checking at 16, advanced its rates to 19. Oflate years it has come to be true that the Legisla- tures of the several States have met and passed laws gra. dually infringing the written constitutions,both of the re- spective States and of the federal government. The writ- ten constitutions adopted by the people, as arule of action for legislatures, have gradually been encroached upon by the constant tendency to legislate by rule of precedent, and those precedents taken for the most part from,the Eng- h governments, where a succession of usurpations and oppressions make an additional outrage legal. Thus the institutions of the country have been slowly losing their ‘blican stamp, and assimilating to those monarchical features that our forefathers strove to avord,by elearly ox. pressed and written constitutions. In no branch of legis- lation has this change become more apparent than in those relating to commercial affairs, By the influence of precedent, mest of the States passed stay laws in direct contravention of the constitution of the United States. ‘These laws would have increased in number and illegal- ity, had not the United States Court recently crushed them by its decision. Inthe same manner the State con: stitutions have gradually lost their force. The ninth section of the 7th article of the constitution of the State of New York, is as follows:— Src. 9—The assent of two-thirds of the members elected to each branch of the Legislature, shall be requisite to every Dill appropriating the public monies or property , for local or private purposes, or creating, continuing, al- tering, or renewing any vody politic or corporate.” In direct violation of this section, $5,000,000 of the money of the State was given tothe Erie Railroad Com- pany, the Miami Railroad, Long Island Railroad, and other “ local and private” concerns. | The Erie Railroad spent the money among themselves, put the last instal: ment received from the State in their pockets, then coolly t :rned round and notified the Comptroller that the State must look out for the interest, as they should not pay it. ‘The security which tho State had, has now been waived in favor of thecontractors. The “Journal of Commerce,” on Mr. Young’s letter, has the following:— “We are amazed at the avowal of such doctrines by 'y Young. Even if he were right om the ques- Secretar, by tion of cox:stitutionality (on which point at, tare for many years past appears to have dil mm him, practically at least), we do not see how this admis- sion would afect the morality of the case, e not the people of the State, through their Representatives, received the mney, CA a led it ¥ ae tpn 4 thought per ‘his is enough, as tothe moralty of the tiuestion. Y Neither the State, the people, nor the Representatives, over got adollar ofthe money, Thestock was issued on o bill which never became a law. It was no more a law than if it had passed but one house. It was obtaining money under false pretences. It is high time that this + avelessness of passing bills was checked, and legislatures ave to understand that the will ofthe people, as expressed the constitution, is paramount to the sophistry of law.