The New York Herald Newspaper, January 3, 1845, Page 1

THE NEW YORK HERALD. Vol, X., No. 364—Whole No. 3064. [From the True Sun } Mr, Cushing, our Minister to China—a Sketoh of His Personal Adventures during his Absence from this Country. The narrative of Mr. Cushing’s personal adven- tures, from first to last, 13 one of the most interest- ing, and will, we hope, be one day presented to his countrymen by his own able hand. Some of the most pleasing contributions to science, history and narrative, are the descriptions of the English Mis- sions to China, of Lord Macartney and Lord Am- herst. The communications already sent home by him to the [nstitute at Washington, are conclusive evidence of his prcgodad, observation, his scientific attainments, and his untiriug industry. It will be remembered that previous accounts formed us of the disaster of the Miszouri, with it train of inconveniences to the mission, the kind attentions paid oe Americans at Gibraltar by the Governor and others, the departure of Mr. Cushing in the Oriental steamer, his arrival at Alexandria, his p e up the Nile, his journey across the [sthmus, and his reaching Suez in safe ty. Indeed his voyage down the Red Sea, the ac- cident to the Cleopatra war steamer on the way, ned subsequent arrival at Macao, were also early nown But there were other occurrences previous to his arrival in China, as well as subsequently, which tage not betore ‘been made public. , From Aden hie went; in the Cleopatra to Bom- bay, and on his arrival there in the evening he fonye a rand Ball gers to take, plage ge buen the, Brandywine, tho rigging and spars of whic veidel were most “splendidly illuminated with lamps. Tt was one of the most beautiful sights ever wit- , and Mr. Cushing’s safe arrival was a source of high gratification to his naval friends, particu- larly at so opportune a moment, and added greatly to the pleasure of the fére.* % At Bombay, Mr Cushing was the guest of Sir Georee Arthur, a former Goyernor of Upper Cat da. During the period of his brief stay, he found time, in company with Mr. Fletcher Webster and Mr. O'Donnell, an attache of the Legation, to make an interesting excursion into the Mahratta country, one which pleased them far_more than they could possibly have anffcipated. Tae journey was minde paftly ia coaches, and partly in palan- kins. They went as far as Poonah, situated in the south-western part of the Deccan, in Central India, and formerly the capital of the Mahrattas. It is somewhat celebrated for having been captured in 1808 by Sir Arthur Wellesley and the ‘‘Iron Duke.” Here the travellers saw the largest cantonments of English troops in India, and attended u grand re- view, where the American minister received the highest, military honors. They also visited a ceie- brated Brahmin terple, being carried there on the backs of the sacred elephants, and eecofted by the English political resident, Mr. Warden, who 1s fa- vorably Known to many of our countrymen, aiter whom he enquired with great interest. The away of the Englieh over this part of India appeared to be of a permanent character. All the turiosities of this region were fully explored, and will one day, we trust, be fully described. At Bombay, Mr. Guahing. received the most un- remitting attention from the civil and military au- thorities. Sir George Arthur was particularly obliging, and did the honors of his splendid resi- dence with a kindness and hospitality never to be forgotten.. We may imagine something of the Lito, power, and luxury of the English in In jia by instancing the position of Sir George, who enjoys a salary twice as great as that of our Pre: sident, lives in the style of a Prince, and rules more than twenty millions of people. > From Bombay Mr. Cushing proceeded in the Brandywine down the southern coast ef India to Ceylon. At this island he passed a week, and vi- sited the old native capital, Kandy, the principal site of the Buvddists. The island is called by the natives “the celestial paradise;” and since the Eng- lish have obtained an undisputed title, by cession, from, the native chiefs, it has become more than ever flourishing and populous. The greatest atten. tion was paid the American Envoy by the principal authorities, and particularly by the Governor, Sir Colin Campbeil. A ball was given by the English residents in honor of their American guests, at the Hall of the Consulate. From Ceylon the frigate proceeded by asoute called the eastern pee south of the island of Java, by the way of Timor and Amboyna, and so into the Pacific Ocean, thence up to the eastward of the island of Luzanto Macao. It was the first time thi ‘was ever made by an American man of war. At the season of the year wher it was accomplished, it is the only way. to reach China in consequence of the N. E. monsoon. e was made very suc cessfully under the jut us and prudent direc- tions of the gallant Commodore Parker, who cheer- fully encountered all the hazards of the route in or- der that the mission might arrive as early as possi- ble in China. hat 9 tr < Mr. Cushing resided in that country exactly six months to a day, and during the whole period was constantly engaged in promoting the objects jectsol his mission. By the non arrival of the Si. Seals sloop of war, which lay, very singularly, a longtime at the Cape, and through the continued obstacle of the northern monsoon, he was under the necessity of remi ining at Macao until the Im- perial Goverament actually anticipated his move- ments by dispatching a commission to him. li consisted of Yeng, an imperial delegate and plenipotentiary; Wang, treasurer of the provinces of he two awe ‘and Pwan Pwan, another high dignitary of state. . he Yeng n'a Tartar of the im blood, and the same person who negotiated with Sir : tauiy spelled X: in the English newspapers. e je. . senage ecomed ante the fall ooufidenoe ‘of his sovereign, ashe was |, with ali the powers of a pleni tiary, to negotiate chy? Sl iy eri at niet a tions, as soon a8 arriv de wrontbyr ot netios., No. ebstacios’ were placed fa the . Cushing’s ob- fore entered at once upon the negotiation so promptly and conveniently offered him, and was an immense gainer by this considerate course. The Chinese commissioners were intelligent and gentlemanly men; they had a retinue of civil and military attendants, and ae large was it thet it was with great diffioulty they could find querters for them all unceremeniot took state, the frankness and tact ot Mr. Cusning in declaring at ‘once the real objects of his mission, disclsiming any re- t to finesse or force, and at 0; 10 the good e, and high character of Am bassado! ese, with equal frankness confidence, proposed to employ the American interpreters exclusively, and by s0 doing jaid fry ery character, and Sets —— repre. sentativ: e very highest compliment in it power. For two weeks the twu commissions were employed day and night, with the exception of their meal times and a few nours given to repose, in discussing and ar- ranging the vatious questions in controversy between the two governments, end in negotiating the treaty now fe- fore the Senate of the Un.ted States. It was at pemagresa upoa and drawn upin Chinese and English, but fiaully prepared in the Tartar dialect, which is the languege of the Emperor. It was signed at ten o’clock at night on the third of July Jest, in the sanct of the temple we have already meu- tioned; and {rom which, us we have stated in part, the priests and their idols had been previously — with: out the slightest henitation, to make room for the Com- missiocer and his suite. ‘This circumstance confirma the opinion entertained by many residents in China, that at the imperial court there is no particular regard paidte bees jigion. en the tteaty was signed, a splendid repast was iven inthe temple to the American Mimiater. Indeed, Saving the fortnight of negociation at Macao, the respec tive legations were constantly giving and receiving en- tertainments. At one given by Mr. Rains all the Amorican ledies at Macao were t; and the Chinese dignitaries, for the first time in therr lives, performed the extraordinary duty of ha: ding in foreign ladies to the dinner table, and of paying them the usual attentions there. — of the officers of the squadron were also ‘erent. ‘The next day Tai Yeng was taken so ill that he was obliged to be removed to Canton; and there various other minor questions, were afterwards by correspen dence, and the attention of some members of our legation, acting for the Minister at Macao. indeed, from the 4th of July for tw> months following, an official correspondente was tp Enovesing: iy, t {relation to matters connected with hegotiation— | among those especially was that of the personal safety of Americans in C! out of the circumstance of a (Chinese, one of a mob, havi ing been shot by an, American in the streets of Canton, w' ed in the popular j work of ins . Mr. Cushing’s account of these various difficulties, is in the highest degree graphic ‘and entertaining. } After closiog his arduous labors, and aa we believe, achieving more for his rent? by far than Sir Henry Pottioger hes done for his, he left China on the 29th of August lest, inthe U 8. brig Perry. A successful voyege of aixt ae days Lineal negli San oy ee ‘at Mazatlan the way. ‘rom place Proc ov ° Guadal. J posnessing about 60,000 iments of the hostile armies of Paredes and Not the slightest obstacle was placed in their way, nor the small insult given by any of these troopa, ya Mexico, the events occurred which found their way into the . From that city Mr. Cushing travel. led by the to Vera Cruz, but in consequence NEW YORK, FRIDAY MORNING, JANUARY 3, 1845. of the clvil war, all the troops had been withdrawn from the country between Vera Cruz and thecapital. At va- rious its on the route, therefore, stron, Bands of arm. ea robbers had stationed themselves, an tne travelling became unsafe, One of the parties robbed our Minister o! his travelling trunk, containing among other things vate papers and letters of value. At Pueble and Vera Cruz,he was an eye-witness of the “ pronunciamentes’ Santa Anne, mede by the civil and military authorities. At the latter place, there ‘was much ceremony dapleyed on the occasion, and great decorum ; while at the former there were great disorder and confusion. A mob the streets during the mies ing ‘ death to the foreigners” The hotel at which Mr. Cushing lodged was attacked in the night, butjwithont success, inted is . C, bein, ina passage el bound to ertitocne embarked in the Eugenia for this city. After a fine run he arrived off Sandy Hoook in eighteen days, but not without a further adventure. The Eugenia, while close hauled, was run into by aschooner 81 ig before the wind, and some damage was done by the collision. We must not forget to mention that while Mr. Cush- ing was residing at a0, his hotse was attacked by robbers five times, and entered by them on one occasion The Legation were obliged to be constantly armed for self defence. by the way of England, and may be very sean eopecied y the way of and may be very soon expected by their tifends. : ‘i wig a Thus has Mr. Cushing in afew months round the globe, seectng. during his short absence a most im- portant treaty, placing the commerce of his country in the China seas, on an extended footing, protecting it By a well-timed and able negotiation, gaining the good will oo — ofthe eta Nie eer and addlog to the iors he already has won in public life, the respect and gratitude of his countrputn. iy 4 sale Albany. [Correspondence of the Herald} Auzany, Dec. 30, 1844. Deaz Siz :— According to engagements entered into previous to my departure from the Empire City, I take the liberty of scribbling a few lines for the benefit and edification of your readers. What a blessing to the travelling public would a railroad be, leading directly from New York to this city, without put- ting people to the trouble of gerrymandering the New England States? Or, if Townsend’s iceboat could be made available, and the Hudson by this means kept in a navigable condition throughout the winter, you may be assufed that many curses would remain unvented, and much vexation of spirit thereby prevented. Any one overnice and particular, will be apt to find some little difficulty in procuring accommo- dations at this particular time. We find several comfortable establishments here, kept by widow and maiden ladies, where all the good things ot life are dispensed at a moderate and reasonable tate, and from whence, it is but a step to the capi- tol and the state departments. Albany has ever been celebrated for its excellence in the way of edibles and driokables. Next Monday is inaugu- ration day, and if there is no mistake in the pre- mises, the day will hereafter prove to be second in importance only to the fourth of March. The Governor of New York see ge no position, for next to the Presidency of the mn, he may be said to stand in the highest office. known to our Republican institutions. Silas Wright is a man calculated to give an added dignity and importance to the Executive station, He was no- minated and elected because he was justly supposed to possess the requisites for the office in a more full and eminent degree than any other manin the state. It was well known to his friends, and to public men gene! y that the office of Governor was wholly unde: le to him; and in accepting the nomination, as he did with much reluctance, he furnished additional evidence, if such were want- ing, of his attachment to democratic principles and his determination to adhere to democratic u in every act of his fap life. It isnot to be de- nied, that New York lostia great deal, in the with- drawal of Mr. Wright from the U. 8. Senate, and this proposition is making itself wore apparent from the events of every day happening. , But inasmuch as the business is accomplished, and Mr. Wright is Governor, you may rest assured he will be Gover- nor; and as they have it in certain fa as of our city, ‘* he won't be nothin’ else !” Probably the most interesting and exciting busi- aess of the Legislature, immediately after organi- zation, will be action in relation to the U. 8. Sena- tors. Extensive efforts are on foot here for the be- nefit of the appointees of Governor Bouck. The friends of Messrs Dickenson and Foster profees to be qaite sariguine as to their election by the legis- lature, thereby confirming the wisdom and policy of the “‘Scoharie farmer!” But in our opinion, if the Sage of Lindenwald will let dewn his dignity one or two degrees, and signify his willingnes : to accept of what must be considered under any cir- cumstances, a high and honorable station—why, he can and will be chosen as one of the Senators in Congress. From all that can be gathered, and our circulation among the elements has not been limited, the other man, in the event of Mr. Van Buren’s acceptance, will be, either George P. Bar- ker, C. C. Cambreleng, B. F. Butler, Michael Hoff- man or Hunter, of Westchester. This seems to be the Fbriny opinion cf those who have the reputation of being ‘‘wise in their own conceit.” As for Messrs. Dickenson, Foster and Bouck ? they nave not, in reality, a very good “show.” An odor, not exactly of nationality, but of faction, of clique, hangs about their political garments, not very readily to be driven out. They are supposed to be the head and front of a clan, some of the members being in your city, which would have perilted the State, and the country, and the dema- cratic party, by forcing “ the White Horse” upon the conveution for another term. Had this clique succeeded, Henry Clay would have been Presi- dent, instead of James K. Polk. So far as personal feeling is concerned, these are facts and conside- rations difficult to be surmounted. We ll see, in the couree of a very few days, to what extent the temporary Senators have been damaged by such facts and considerations. The office of Adjutant-General, in consequence of the present and the anticipated troubles, grow- ing out of the anti-rent rebellion in various por- tions of the State, is assuming a considerable de- gree of consequence. The present incumbent having become a member of Congress through the of the people in Orange and Ulster counties, there are, of course, numerous worthy gentlemen, who etand ready, ata moment’s warning, to as- sume the cares and responsibilities of the station. (t rests solely with the Governor, who by law can make his own selection without the advice, con- sent or interference of the Senate. Every appli- cant for this post seems to have attained high military ion. We have heard General Viele, General Harmon, General Temple, General Genet, and one or two other generals mentioned for the office. You will, per! aps, remember that Mr. Van Buren once said of the Governor elect, “in no act of his life has he ever asked himeelf the question—what effect will my action in this mat- ter have upon the future ne of Silas Wright.” {ft this is true, Mr. Wright may choose any one from Cera oe e number of those who desire the 'office. General Temple seems to have the better promise of success just now, un- less the argument urged against him should cause his appointment to another office of honor. General T. is a graduate of the U. States Milita- ty Academy, and served in Florida as the Aid of General Scott. He is a gentleman of merit. But it is a matter of doubt whether it would be judi- cious or proper inthe jucgment of the Governor to chooee both the Attorney General and the Ad- jatant General from the city of Albany, and a!most tn fact from the same family. John Van Buren will be Attorney General ; this may be seid to be une affaire fini. General Temple married a lady in this city possessed of great wealth, and is now looked upon asa citizen of substance and stand- ing. One of Mr. Van Buren’s sons also married a lady of the same .. There may be to be for this reason, and for other r personal and political character, not a little seem- ing chance that some one must give way. The salary of Adjutant General is only one thousand doll and what can arich man see worthy of admiration or desire in such a station? You may be asgured that every applicant tor this office and for the other office, 16 well laden with recommen- dations, petitions and tes:imonials of all sorts.— The Governor will act with decision and Prompt, ness, and indeed it is not known here how far he may have acted already. He is beseiged. 4 After next Monday the pe:formance will open in reality and earnest. The Herald shall be duly ad- vised of everything important, and otherwise. Au Revoir, Six. Corton ann Sugar.—The Cotton crop of the United States, recently gathered, it is generally admitted in the South, will reach 2,600,600 bales, The re cent Sugar Co of Louisiana will amount to about He de Bn oll New Orleans, me great mart for ; ranges im 7 ‘and suger irom 3 to 4) cante per Ib, vite dling Toran Loss or Tur Canzsraxe,—We |i fi the Lape ay Advertiser, that the steamboat Cane. wi 700 bales on funk inthe Bigbes river on the 1othl. ee om Price Two Cents, Inrguuigence From Jamatca.—The Jamaica Times and Kingston Journal to the 18th ult. in- clusive, have reached us. They came via Savan- nah. The Jamaica markets were very inactive. Some American goods have recently been seized by the officers of the customs, in consequence of being marked with English names. [From Kingston Journal, Dec. 12. The House is to meet to day at 2 o’clock, aha it is ex- peoted the Import Duty Bill, which, with the exception of the schedule, has been agreed to in committee will be gone through and reported. An attempt was made yesterday, whiie in committee, to increase the duty on cattle to 20s per head. ‘This led to a 1 ikl pcan to re- duce the tax to 20s., which was carried by a mojority of one; but on the House resuming, it was sgreed that the sum should remain as it is at present, at 24s. A proposi- tion was also made to reduce the duty on Pork, Bae the feeling of the Committee being adverne to it, it was not Presse’. Itis not expected that any alterations in tho duties taken under this bill will be made. {From the Jamaica Journal, December 9.] ‘There is little in the procvedings of the last fortnight in this island to which we need call the attention of our distaat readers. The Legislature continues in sessions, but the Council Chember and Assembly Room (now that the Scrutiny Committees have concluded their labors) partake of the general dullness—of the quiet which charaterizes the colony. In the rural districts all appear to progress qvietly and satisfactorily. Not only are there no complaints, but the pee are looking forward to a comparatively abundant arveat, and fair returns fcr their trouble and outlay.— Labor, we are informed, is wanted, and will be, to take off the canes now on the grounv, as well as to enable those who desire to do so to extend their cultivation. Inthe Assembly the question of Immigration has en- gaged attention, ond although the bill has not yet passed, we may mention what its provisions are likely to ay Ist Twenty thousand pounds, the balance of thirty thousand voted lust sessions, are to be applied tothe gen eral ee of immigration during the present year. 2nd. Thirty thousand pounds are to be placed at the disposal of the Governor to defray the expenses of im. Porting two thousand Coolies, authorized by the Gov- ernment to be sent on from India 84. Forty-five thousand penis at the disposal of the Governor to meet the Cost of importation of the ajditional three thousand Coolies, applied for by the West Indian body in England, should the resolution of the house not have reached the Government in time to enable it tocoun- termand the order for their embarkation No person is to be permitted to employ a Coolie laborer unless he first enters into a bond to the Queen to comply with all the rules and regulations reapecting the employ. ment and services of these people, which bond wall be impressed with a 20: imp for each Coolie. In other respeets, the immigration act will remain as it is. inlaws tphaleg and parochial taxes have been considerably reduced within the last three y: , and it is found muc + easier to complain of lavish expenditure than to reduce it. By @ return made to the Assembly, it appears that the public direct taxes, received during the years 1842, ’3, end ‘4, are as follows: £62 934 8 11 7,956 17 7 1644, . . . 5 . 6.713 179 The parishes have no power to impose indirect taxes. — One reason why those imposed by them have been so wuch complained of, is because they are direct, and more immediately telt. They are, nevertheless, considerably lower than they were. ‘The sessions of the legislature are expected to termi- nate in the course ofa furtnight. Ifthis is not done, an adjournment over the holidays will be necessary. There are few important measures before the assembly, which may not be permitted to Jie over. ‘ever is prevalent in this city and Spanish Town, and in Falmouth, on the Northside. The mortality, however, is not . Trade is very dull, and business at as low an ebb, generally speaking, as it can well be. The Banks complain of the want of discount business, and capital for mercentile purposes is said to be more abun- dant now than at any previous period, since the estab- Jishments in question commenced business. An inquiry is being instituted by the Assembly into the condition of the rural classes of the Communit , os affected by the want o! medical advice. Theatricals, &c. Mr. Booth terminated his engagement et the Charleston Theatre on the 28h ult. ‘ The Hughes’ Family are giving concerts at Kings, ton, Jamaica. } The Albany Amphi-thestre closed for the season on ‘Wednesday evening. Mr. Bailey, © vocalist of some talent, is giving con, certs in Baltimore. Thenew drama of “Patnam” was very succéssfal at the Natlonal, Boston, on Tuesday night, and elicited great Ta applause, Mr. Clark, # celebrated vocalist, is giving concerts at the Assembly Suilding, Philadelphia. The Compliment jenefit to Mr. Whitney is to take this eatin Philade’phie. Yankee Hill > im. Signor Antognini, first tenor at the Italian Opera House, New York, will moke his debut before a Boston audience, at the fourth concert of the Philharmonic Society, to- morrow evening. Mrs Stown’s farewell concert took plese on evenirg, and was respectably attended. ‘The na phia papers say, that the lady hes natural of some power, bul her voice lacks cultivatiyn to a eingular extent She certuinly is not as poor as many thet we have listened to, but we have heard much better, in pri- vate circles. Ole Bull is announced te give anether cencert in New- ark, th.s evening. 4 Dr. Hollick is announced to commence his lectures in Baltimore, on Tuesday next. A new singer, only 22 years (@f age, sumed Gardoni, mes, peed in is. Her voiee is said to be the most angelic ever heard at the Opera House. The Richmond Star is now offered for sale. i Personal ments. The Hon. Abel Smith, } ‘Texien Minister to the governments of England and France, it in this city on his way to Texas. Hon. D. W. Dickinson, is confined at home, in Ruther. ford Cana ith a severe attack of pleurisy, and is not yet able to leave for Washington. The Cincini papers announce the death of the Hon. W. W. Southgate, which took place at his residence in Covington, Ky., on Thuraday week. A number of the citizens of Charleston, 8. C., arsem- bled on the 97th ult, and resolutions tendering their congratulations to Mr. Polk on his election to the Presidency, and requesting the City Council to invite him to visit Charleston, on his way to Washington. Mr. John J. Saltswedel, an old rerident of Beltimore, died on Sunday afternoon, at the Washington Gardens, from apoplexy. inresiuiares Ee ype elect oye the ath nia slature, from county, on Thursday ‘Rocklend township week,at the residence of his father'in the Daily Chronicle, jas, in like man. a utes Se emg om le] an ir. ner, abdicated from the fat ter Union. The City Solicitor of Boston, to en from the Meyor, hos given the sohbet the ty nf ernment cannot be org’ of the the Board of Aldermen are elected. Peter Spader, Esq , of New Bruaswick, has declined the Presidency of the Mechapice’ and Manufacturers’ Bank of Trenton, which was teadered kim some time ago. Alexander F.verett delivered an address in Washington, on Monday, upon the subject of French Revolution. Gov. Seward remains quiteill neer Hudson. He was bed yesterday by Mr. Van Buren.—Troy Whig of lay. hohe egy L enon one of our most merchants, lenly yesterday afternoon, store, as ta'stp) ed froma diesase of the heart. Mr. had been in ‘ialcate health for a long time.—BaltimorePa- triot, Tuesday. A new whig two cent ene Senitled The Morning Post, made its appearance in Philadelphia, by Bela Batge 4 pad The publication of The Forum is dis continued. Common Pleas. Before Judge Ingraham. Benjamin Audsley va. and Wm. Davis —This ac tion waa; brought. to recover dai ea for a tres) al leged to have token under the following circum. stances. It 9) ra in evidenge that the plaintiff is a ma- chinist, doing business at 119 Eest Broadway, and had frequently bee. emplo: defendants ; that on the Ist July lest, di ts, Qny just cause, broke open laintifs shop, and carried away several articles vine bs to plaintiffe consistipg of lead, iron, and hard woo For defence, it was cont that the defendants were ownersof said premises, andthe belonged to them ; and also (fiat they had a leaseof ines. Sealed verdict this forenoon. and Mills for plaintiffs, R.M. Tyson U. S. Cireust Court. Before Judge Betts. Jan. 2—Erricson vs. Haggand Delamatre.— Ericson ers. —This case, already |, was concluded, w! fie Honor charged. It appeared that in the veer 1634. plaintiff took out the patent for what is called the ae propelling wheel, and in 1887 a model w be exhibited at ted at New] Orleans, having, hewever, constructed machinery under the 6 question at issue was whether or not he had relinquished nis patent night, and therefore was @ non-user in law— uot until , 1941, and he gant to the patent office ter the usual attestation ; and the chief points to be deci- ded were, whether under these citiemeseces, he had re- lin qwished his patent right 3 and Bn if the models pro daced in evidence could justif ‘opinion that the pa- rent was infringed ; and if the \* such, they were bound to award fair dameges tp the plaintiff. athe jury will render a sealed v forenoon. Court Calendar—This Day. Cincurr Count.—Nos. 45, 60, 61, 52, 58, 881, 982, 838, 54, 56. Conmeon Pi.nas.—62, 20, 20, 85, 1, 16, 60, 07,68, 00. Y but the principles of knowl: Inrergstina rnom Trxas.—By the arrival of the New York, Capt. Wright, we have (says the New Orleans Pic. of the 24th'Dec.,) Galveston dates up to the Qlst Dec. The Hon A.J. Donelson, Charge d’Affaires to Texas, reached here last evening on the steamer New York. We understand that he bas important dispatches for our government, which has been sent by a special messenger to Washington City. "We also understand that Mr. Donelson brings favorable accounts of the attach- ment of the people of Texas to the cause of annexation, and has no doubt that the measure, now betore Congress, if passe, will be hailed, with great unanimity by the people of Texas: and that the attempts of Eu: pow- ers to thwart the policy of the United States will beabor- tive. The citizens of Matagorda county held a meeting on the.7th Dec in favor er pase zation. } The U. 8 sloop of war Falmouth was off Galveston on the ilth, made signals tothe revenue cutter Woodbury, then leaving tor this port, and again proceeded to sea. The Lagrange Intelligencer states that Coleman and Neil, supposed to havebeen murdered by the Indians son € time since, have arrived safely at San Antonio. The Galveston Civilian of the 14th says the question will soon be laid before the people of Texas in a tangible and authentic shape, whether they willtake an acknow- ledgment of the independence from Meaico, coupled with thecondition of declining annexation to the United States, or await thechances of uniou with this country. Since our last news, four vessals had arrived at Galves- ton from Bremen—the Johan Dechard, Herschel, Fer- dinand and Apolio—with no less than 376 emigrants, all bound for Fisher’s colony. The Galveston News, speaking of the growing of sugar in Texas, says that thus far its success has been signaly and that the day is not far distant when sugar and mola ses will be numbered among the articles of exportation from the country. Dr. Charles ‘Tait, the man who killed young Whitmill W. Rives, in Alabama, last summer, was ut Matagorda in October. He went from this city in a small schoener. The new settlement of Castroville, on Medina, west of San Antonio, is said to contain upwards of 140 inhabi- tants already. meat Pers members of the new Texan Congress is Gen. McLeod, who commanded the Santa Fé expedition. We have little doubt that he will prove a bri it and eloquent spesker. Everything appears to be quiet upon the frentier—in fac, all over Texas—and our files contain little local in- tell'gence of importance. Tne gallant band of spies, under Major Hays, has been disbanded, so says the La Grange Intelligencer, apd depre- dat hove already commenced about San An! asa consequence. The editor of the Intelligencer strongly econ eas Congress to reorganize the company imme- mediately. The papers; contain President Houston's vale upon leaving office, on the 9th inst., and President Jones? inaugural upon taking the chair of State vacated thatday. Presitent Houston congratulates the country wpe ane forthe ing cir. success of the Government, and thanks the peop! support by which he has been sustained in try: cumstances. After some remarks upon the satisfactory atete of tha foreiga relations of the ‘Republic, Gen. Hous- ton hols following preguant language in relation to annexation :— ‘The attitude of Texes new, to my apprehension, is one of peculiarinterest. The United Biates have spurned her twice vena Let her, therefore, maintawi her position firmly, as it is, and work out her own poleaoe vation. Let her legislation proceed upon the supposit that we are to be and remain an a, peo) If Texas goes begging again for admission into the United States, she will only Searace herself— will 4) her ay from their threshold, and other na\ will look on her with unmingled pity ; let Texas, therefore, maintain her position. It the United States shall open the door, and ask her to come into her great family of States, you will then have other conductors, better than myseil to lead ou into a union with the beloved land from which we ave sprung—the land of the broad stripes and bright stars. Sut let us be as weare until an opportunity is pre- sented, and then let us go in, if,at all, united in one pha- lanx and sustained by the opinion of the werld. The valedictory closes hy recommending the estab lishment of publis acheala . The Galveston papers of the 21st contain the Inaugural Message of Presigent Jones Thisisa bricf document, aad contains no iltusion to the subject of annexation.— We copy the following extract, in which the President sets the objects which he deems of impor.ance to C + ar of the ‘ropacones : it ngs not to the present occasion to discuss the va- rious subjects connected with thé present or future policy ity. Otheroccasions will occur for the appro priate performance of this duty. It is however due to that frankness which f intend shall ever a:tach to my con- duct ef the executive functions to state briefly in ad- wegeke objects which I ve of importance to the we of the country, respectiuily to ask your atten- stoves ae Si tegiatative aid, se far as they meet your arr ‘ion, in carrying them into effect. : et, tha: hall hold it my special duty topre- werve the Constitation sacred and inviolate, I deem of ecercely less Fgh quae a rigid and impartial execution of the laws, civil and criminal ; giving consequent secu tity to persoos and property, anda strict accountability im all. the officers of the government ; thus securing, to the greatest extent, the public interests. The other ob- jects 10 which I have alluded, are the following :— The maintenance of the public credit and preservation ome national faith, both aa it regards individuals and nat ns. Areduction of the expenses of the government to as small an amount as is consistent with the efficient admin- istration of its different departmants. The entire rte nlamag had od money issues by Gov- ernment, rations or viduals, and the consequent introduction of an exclusive hard money currency. A tariff sufficient to provide with certainty for the cur. rent ex] Government, and for leaving acon venient amount of surpius in the treasury at all times to meet i unexpected emergency, with incidental protec- tion and encouragement to our agricultural and manu. facturing interests. _ The establishment of a system of common schools and institutions for the moral and religious culture of the rising generation. The attainment of aspeedy peace with Mexico, and the Creag ron? of a desirabie immigration to the country, the introduction of capital to develope its vast resources. Friendly and just relations with our red brethren, a course not only according with the dictates of humanity, ge and sound policy, as af- fording the lesst expensive protection, aud greatest safety to our extended frontier. The introduction of a pen lnatiery systemjinto the cri- minal jurisprudence of the country. Encouragement to internal improvements, such as the construction of bridges, the improvement of roads, and the navigation of our rivers An extension of our friendly and commercial relations with foreign powers, and a favorable consideration for our great staple productions, cotton, sugar, and tobacco Sarria however, from inconvenient aud entangling al- jances. An 7 settlement of the claims of our citizens to their hi rights and bounty lands. The Houston Vindicator has a long article on “An- nexation.” After speaking of the rejection of the Treaty by the U. 8. Senate es ‘an act of madness,” the article concludes with the following paragraph, which will give some idea as to the manner in which farther proposals for annexation will be entertained. In this instance Jonathen did not evince his wonted practical sense ; usually, no gentlemen can see the edvan- e of a good bargain quicker than he. He blundered this time. The next we wiil try and say Injthe bargain, ‘We shell net resist annexation. If the people will have it, be itso. Butsuch a treaty as was me Jast winter, we will resist to the bitter end A reasonable treaty that secures te our citizens a share of the public domain, for literary ing roy juaranty for our slave property and adm{ision ito the Union as a State, on the same condition as other States have been ad mitted, wathout qualifications, save the establishment of a constitution in accordance with that of the General gov- erpment, will meet with on r concurrence. More of this anon. The Galveston Civilian of the 14th instant, (seven days after the arrival of Captain Elliott, the British Charge @’Affaires,) contains the following significant pera- Tho political elements, were never more tranquil in Texas than at present. We 9 end, however, that they will not long remain in state. Unless we are greatly deceived in the signs of the times, a new and highly important question wall be for the deci- sion of our citizeng, and we abjure them in advance to giveto it that culm and rational cousideration which its importance dethands, The question, we think, willbe putin a tangible and authentic shape, whether we will take an acknowledgment of our indepennce from Mexico, coupled with the condition that we will decline the over- ture of annexation from the United chances of # union with that nation, have something to States, or await the Manvracturss tn Cuarieston.—A number of Our most enterprising townsmen are engaged in procuring subscriptions for the erection in our city ef a steam mill for the manufacture of coarse cotton end arm. We wish success to thelr patrivtic attempt. It ie A this wa: sy, that the prosperity of Charleston admits of revival, “All classes of citizens are interested in such an enterprise, for on its realization will arise other este. blishments. New avenues for cipital will be oyened ‘he unemployed white female, woo Cannot now scrn scanty subs.sten the work of her Sands, will a new fource of neration for her labor. Larg ployed slaves. now encumbering cur honseholds or thronging in idleness our streets, will be turned to @ profi table account. The landlord will find in the new demand for sites for manufacturing and residences for on in- Orearing population, his advantege in the increase of rents and dyminution of texes. The removal of restrictions to ‘& certain extent against the erection of steam mills within the city willintroduce side by side with manufacturing establishments, several of the mechanic arte, unfolding few sources of weslth and enlarging the existing chan nels of industry.-- Charleston Pat. Dec. 18. Navau.—The U. 8. steamer Union, Lieut. H. H. Bell, from Pensacola, arrived at the Naval an- chorage yesterday afternoon. ww sloop of war James Town, Commander Con- ningham, dre) down F eng from Gosport to the anchorage e James Town js ready for sea ; and we ret to learn thet there is a probability that the Port. mouth will not be ready in time to eg her As the James Town, the Portsmouth, and the jary’s are all here, and were constructed at different yards, accord ing to the medels of their different constructors, it would be worth something to compare their sailing and other qualities, So favorable an opportunity is not likely to occur again.—Norfelk Herald, Indiana. {Correspondence of the Herald.) Inpranapouis, (Indiana,) Dec. 26, 1844. Lawand Logic on the State Debt—Socty and Sausages. Eprron New York Henatp:— Indiana is certainly a great State, if one were to judge from the number of senators and representa- tives who are annually sent here ,as law-givers for people in modern times. Solomin his palmiest days would be thrown fanin the shade could he only put on this “mortal coil,” which he “‘shuffled off” some time since, and re-appear in the legisla- tive halls among the combined wisdom now con- gregated at the capitol. For the want of some more useful and interesting employment, { spent a few days as a “looker on at Vienna,” at the doings of our sage and worthy, (or as Shakspeare has it,) “grave and reverend seignors,” who are now enga- ged in enacting laws forthe hoosier people. Such an assembly of “‘dolts” my eyes never before saw colleeted together; that is, of men who pretend to be the representutives of afree yeomanry. Verily in truth, there is not over a half dozen intelli- / gent looking men in the whole aescrab ly, which is composed of fifty senators and one hundred repre- sentatives! Now to expect such a body to pass lawe of a wholesome and salutary character would certainly require a more than ordinary scope of the fancy. And yet there are some men even in the city of Gothain who imagine that the hoosier Legislature will pass a bill this winter taxing the people to pay the interest due upon the State Bonds Vain hope! It will never be realized. True, as Shylock would say, ‘it was so nominated in the bond,” at the time the stock was issued, that the interest would be promptly paid ; but, sir, in these days, when defalcations are so common in high places,and where States as well as individuals make a boast of their bankruptcy, it is idle to suppose the tax-paying people wiil ever consent to be sad- died with the accumulated debts of a set of politicians and finanriers whose career of bam- boozling the natives would disgrace even a Hottentot! Such pious souls as Nathan Hale and Horace Greeley, and their Wall street allies, may attempt to puff up the honesty of our peo- ple, and call upon Hercules to wipe out the debts under which this and other States are now groaning, but it will be like calling * spir- its from the vasty deep’—they will not come at their bidding. The truth requires it at once to be known, that the Jegislature of Indiana will make no provision during the present session of the General Assembly, (and { may add at no future time), to pay the interest now due upon her bonds State Bankruptcy is inevitable, and the holders of {ndiana bonds had better: sell at whatever prices they can obtain, for ail hope of relief from thie State during the next quarter of a century, if ever, is out of the question. For giving you this impor- tant item of news, I expect the Wall street gentle men, as well as pious David Hale and ‘‘ Booby Brooks,” will pounce on me asa maligner of State credit! Letthem. ’Tistheir vocation. I console myself with the reflection that “there is nothing beautiful but truth.” Yours, Wuure Doc anp Buus Pur. New Year’s Day tn Hantzm.—Mr. Eprror.— As Harlem is a part of the city and county of the Empire City, I would call your attention to the manner in which New Year‘s day was spent inthe old Sour Crout place by some of the tashionables, as they style themeaelves. But, by-the-by, before undertake to describe how they passed away the day, let me give Eo8 the initials of their names ; also asketch of their honorable or less honorable descent, and their occupations. But in doing this I shall have to divide them in classes, Nos. 1, 4, as they figured in appearance on this memo! event. 4 No. 1 consisted offa two horse eplendid barouchy driven by a hired man, in which sat the first lords of Harlem, and from house to house they went giving calls—the former is an old bachelor, but a thriving manufacturer—the latter, one whose dad- dy is very rich, and a direct descendant of the old Dutch settlers of this village. Class No. 2 appear- edina two horse old fashioned wagon. chaise gave chase tothe former, but Bei so considerably inferior in make, seppear- ance, horse-flesh and intelligence, 1 perceiv- ed they could not outstrip No. 1, nor give so many calls during the day. No.3 was an old rockaway with a black horse before it, in which gat one not as sober as a priest, nor yet tipsy, but so ‘oh be joyful,” as.respects the pleasures of this he had been hfe, that one would have ne sucking laughing gus. Class No. 4 appeared ina one-horse rockaway, hired, in which was seated one from Randall’s Island, and some one else, name not known. No, 5 was also a one-horse rockaway carriage, in which sat one ready to am- putate or set any broken limb that might happen to be dislocated or broken on the way. id of sev- eral other suuiges and their inmates [ might . all of which gave calls at such houses as they supposed eatables and drinkables were pre- pared—took a side «ae at the ladies—whispere: over such and such a one’s beauty, and painted cheek ; but ho! ho!! ho!!! for a moment, for 1 like to have forgot to enumerate in the list our late Justice of the Peace, J. D., who went about ** not doing good nor evil,” aa he thinks, and beinga widower too, quite fanciful, and strongly inclined for a second wife, he figured in his own horse and chaise, singing, ‘* Hurrah for Mayor Harper, Amer- ican Republicans, and the Ladies.” Some of the carriages Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4,5, 1 saw returning home about sun set, the inmates all so- ber, I am proud to say, but yet merry as June bugs, singing ** Row, row, the boatmen, row,” and ‘*Oh, poor f, cy Neal.”? But who 1s Lucy Neal, you may ask? Why, I will tell you her history as far as know: She is a wench ‘on some plantation down South, and from the song, which appeared to run thus : Oh, poor Lucy Neal, Oh, poor Lucy Neal, If I had you by my side, How happy I woul feel, demonstrated to my mind that they must have got perfectly enamored with the ladies, and:so strongly inclined for marriage that even poor ‘‘ Lucy Neal” was desired to quench the rising flame in the bosoms of these old and young bachelors of Har- lem. But how they spent their evening, I must make the subject of another article. At present I bid them adieu, and subscribe myself Joun Gregn. Court of Oyer and Terminer. Before Judge Kent and Aldermen Bunting and Jackson. Jan. Lye Case.—The Jury panel were called over, thirty having ans . Bi for @ it _of the trial of Janta Hogue, Redicted for tho murder of Philip Willams, in Roseveit street, on 4:h Dec. lest, on the ground of the or, Sisvea, ye ot resisting the epplication, th ir. Patenson, D. A., not 16 trial ‘was set down ior this forencon, when his Honor pened th ' is | Clreutt Court. Mary Waldron v. William H. Popham.— Chis was an ec- tion oi ejectment brought to recover a lot and certain property, situated west of Lafayette Place, in this city, claimed by the tiff from defendant, who holds as the tenant under the late Mr. John Mason, who held it in fee under the corporation, being let in virtue of the law of assessment, on the vepnins of Latayette place. The suit was brought virtually inst the corporation. It was set up for plaintiff that this law hes decided null aud void by the Court, and that she had been c to make over the pruperty, so far back as the year 1626. It was put in for the deience that the plaint ‘meade over the Lap = ogee . gta bes we ot for which ber receipt was given, we It Pave contended for the he proceedit it in Jinut that ings the Common Council in reia- tion to the sale were informal. It was put in for the de fence that the fos ou in anton the amount of $660 as com| an ving her reces, thetefor, a pee right ead re at the valdny of the weedings before the Board of Common Counci , which barred er rightto plead them in suit. The court char- ‘accordingly, when a vervict was rendered for defend. ‘h up to the Supreme Court. be Vtery of 4 and —_ —During be bas yf ect iressed person in the pie A) cvidenty bee Teen tajoving festivities ‘Of the preceding day—not exactly in ce with the teabperances printl lay extended on one of the seats in a lar hog slumber, and snored away at the rate of afait ‘sixty horse power, resembling very much the snorting and neighing of a locomotive before the start. The eyesol the court, were directed several times towards this modern steom boiler, and not being able to stand the “wind of his bellows” any longer, directed to have -_ blown nee one he \ Ay proceeded to a] e atop valve, steam. One of th rahals im by the leit collar of hie coat—the other seized by ¢ ht—and puil pull—-tug, tug—they went at it ; but still the steam ex panded, and the boiler went ‘‘ ahead.” At last they shook and shook at it, until the sleeper, * haif seas over,” cried ont at the top of his voice, “1 say what are yer uy 0, oldchap ?” (Roors of laught ‘The court directed to take the man quictly away, who at last, amid shouts of laughter, gradually awoke anc took his seat, imagining, no doubt, that he almost drop: from the clouds, when Judge Kent, who enjoyed the affair in common with all fo tl Phetngt oSyaamensd aaa al . Cruikshank ought to have been present, ax s coer aent” would pay’ well by the Toll touch of his peneil. Sporting Intelligence. Finst Day, Dec. 21.—OcLeTHosre’-Geunse, Gzo.—The fall racing over this Course commenced to-day, with atwo mile race, in which there were three entries, viz: Mr. McAlpin’s b. bh. Eutaw, Mr. Robertson's Mirabeau, and Mr. Chisolm’s John Watson. We did net attend the'turf, but learn from those who did, that Eutew bad it all his own and won both heats with ease— time, lst heat, 3,55; second, not kept. Secon Day, 271 it — Notwithst: the un ing weather with which the day 0 , about twelve o’clock it cleared off, and there wos a fair attendauce at the course yesterday. The race was an a one— friends, Crocket, the favorite, but the others hed their particularly Vineent Nolte, who made a beautiful con- test of the first heat. The Sorrel Colt made play for the first heat, and in the seconi, took the running to himself —and caused Crocket to stretch himself in order to main- tain his position inthe lead. Chatham, was the firatheat. The following is the result: Mr. McAlpin’sb.h.Crocket, - = - 2.2 Mr. Robertson’sh. Vincent Nolte, - 2 dis. F. W. Latin’ss é a 82 Mr. Chiso!m’s b. ‘hatham, dis. Time, Ist heat, 4m—2d, 4m. as. ‘The Pineville, 8. C. races commence on the 2Ist inst. Tue Great Race over tux Merainse Counse.—The New Orleans a. papers of the 24th ult. state, to-day the great sweepstakes, $2,000 each, four miles heats, comes offover the Metairie Course. There are five entries ; Peytona, Blue Dick, Midas, Ruffin, and Pat Gallwey. The event has excited intense interest inthe sporting world on account ofthe meeting of the two “ cracks,” Peytena and Blue Dick. The horses are all said to be in fine con- dition, and we may therefore expect a brillient race. Al- though the two champions have hosts of friends alikecon- fitent of winning, there are some who fancy neither of them is bound to win. The other three horses are not to be “sneezed at.” Monraomery Races.—We have seen a of the first two days’ races at Mont, ,, Alb. Mr. Myers won a play or “pty, colt stake on fhe 10% inst., beating two others ; and the next day Judge Hunter's Stockholder alley, Mary Sherwood, won a two mile purse in $:8¢— Tux Great Frat.—The feat of running one mi circle of 42 feet in diameter, in six minutes ‘ond hath, was run for a wager of $100 by Mr. John Smith, of the Amphitheatre,on Monday night, and won with great eaae by that gentleman. FOR SALE OR EXCu ANGE, A FARM of 480 acres of lard, bounded wy, jailroad, id within seven miles of the city of New York, consist- fed inp twa or move Parma, "Wil'be teld' very haw ot Sc Changed for other property, and on easy terma, “7 o™ OF &™ “Apply to JOHN W. Bl pv ly C score Nort Went sonst fp clecant*Bar.room and Pears [sikh yocoreeics on ‘a ced om Ne at person to take rage an experienced and co catabljshtnent is splendidly Tarnished, and Aurehod fe hag cry le, as going a good business. mA 8 ietor is li handsomely remunerate a res} Person, pro- ducing sctisfacory ‘reference, would’ have ‘no objection to ‘angemen! a responsible event persor to share the profits of said e tablish nf, bet: if The above offer opporvunity seldom. met with, as the is of “Hig and cen be carried on ively Tey Mrof:bly. For farther information, enquire Of AD No. 34,8. Charles street, Baltimore. 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UeponaNa ‘SUPPORTERS. p THIS new instrament for he radi it 5 a means of 4 restoration to health, it never ; of performing a cure, even under mai ee pedients, ine Lying Hosp ‘of lly recom in By all the eminent private “Booms have bees furnished ‘aiclanvely f ies at Ne, 4 entrance Soule de ‘vendanes te dil imrre wa ALENT st rt i SWSANDS SCOTT returns his m eae hanks to bia iene, and the miblic at large, Fronivedomste’ bo opuged es teers house, and hopes, by the same strict theyeot, "The qualities of his “Ales, ‘ines, Liquois, and Segers 3, Welsh Rarebita, Ham and Eggs, meats for one shilling, every E\\ 1204 o'clock. Dublin Brown out et Tar wapbtied with Enalish, Irth, Beoteh, Wels, '¥, Gola Cus s, deaek tenes at se © ooh Siled of roast , S904 dinne of roast and ba : es) al: ‘draught. Famili Ee sri the best Beotsh and = ra—al I steamers. “Good Revinefor Bsivate Parties, at. all times, ready—free gratis for nothing. a19 Im*re Qviswiaeret Veta a it r Hats, at 2 Milli at » way. bs a5 Im*re GENTLEMEN_AND LADIES TAKE © “OF YOUR FEET. Vi street, where all frien: rety on hi i able, and it Shoes! Galen, [ind iter iar Shon at rere to put establi: other sey and that the Ne 3 were nde of Hon, net go Vane fax n— too~Biean theeweet child, how like the mother. m dren 090 Im®ee x & CO. ly” infe their Eaton poe er : : es yr ag Ay . in two us I b if may went nay’ of the aoore named articles, 0 ticles, or auy the and thos jcc, ll indie shat van the aume quality of ood are Told stany other er establishiagant i the city. Dont forme MON & CO., 165 Canal street, a9 imere* ‘between Hudson and Varick streets. REL AILS Re Bare one ites ipeerivech outs a anise MOULTON WOUNGS fuk: i tnd Shoe Store, 303 Broadway, Boot made to $}30,equat 0 nayally sold for wat give jon. Also m: if ¢v roto, ante Bhoes, Gai mi Is chil 's Boots, and Shoes, and _ econo’ Sa eaie! Mending tess erator: : "eke ee fea Diese? Te Nes Gast 419 Imre way, FREE LECTURES ON PHRENOLO- GY, PAYSIOLOGY AND PHYSIOG- NOMY Jo rhea Gomme: BU da cee ‘ ellen Hall ore cl 2 ‘and on Be ake Buildiog, corner of Judson and rovactret, STery, jonday, mrescing. ae 73g, ovelock, and closing Pibliceraminations. A Goatuibation + ents: Professional examination iy ae 131 the 2wom street. Also, W: Sciences for sale.