The New York Herald Newspaper, October 1, 1845, Page 4

NEW YORK HERALD. New York, Wednesday. October 1, 1845. | Foreign News. The Cambria, the steamer remarkable for speed and abolition riots, is now in her twelfth day. New Disclosures In the Politics of the Va Buren Democracy.—Mackenzie Convicted | of Gross and Malicious Faisehood and | Slander. 5 To-morrow, we will resume our political history of that eventtul epoeh in the life of Van Burenism, between the years 1824 and 1834, and re-publish the | letters written by Martin Van Buren, Jesse Hoyt, | and ourself, during that period, which have been | given in Mackenzie’s pamphlet. These epistles we will give in regular chronological order, Mackenzie having blunderingly printed them in a confused and disconnected manner, without any method or ar- | rangement, or attention to dates. Our comments will embrace some exceedingly interesting disclo- sures and developments. During the whole period of our connection with the politicians of this State, we kept a diary, which records many most amus- ing scenes, and is peculiarly rich in revelations of political intrigue—the tricks of party leaders—and the philosophy of faction. By the aid of this diary we will be enabled to give some of the most inter- | esting, curious, and attractive chapters of contem- | poraneous history, that ever were written. Together with the correspondence of Martin Van Buren and Jesse Hoyt, which has been published by Mackenzie, we will give to the world four letters written to us by Mr. Jesse Hoyt, which will be found highly interesting, very honorable to Mr. Hoyt, and entirely exculpatory of our character and reputation from the impudent and malicious charges attempted to be brought against us by Mackenzie.— We had no locks to break—no deal chests to force open—no sacred rights of private property to violate, in order to obtain these letters. We found them yesterday, amongst our private papers and journals, and in one of them we are furnished, most opportunely, with the means of at once vindicating our character from gross and Sianderous aspersions, and convicting this Mac- kenzie of a most malignant and unprincipled at- tempt to blacken our reputation. The postscript of this remarkable letter, which is dated the 16th of August, 1883, and addressed to me at Philadel- phia, is as follows:—“The Branch Bank sent their ‘card’ to-day to the Banks in Wall street for $200,000 specie.” This was the letterto which I wrote the reply published amongst the other letters with my signature in Mackenzie’s pamphlet, the postscript of which is thus given in that publication—The $200 in specie I’ll put into my big gun, and give the U. S. Bank and stock-jobbers a broadside. J wish you would let me know any other U.S. Bank movements in your city. This is the battle ground of Bank- contests—here isthe field of Waterloo. New York is now only the Pyrennees.” Was ever a clearer case of wilful and malicious misrepresen- tation than is thus discovered in the construction put upon the postscript of my letter by Mac- kenzie? It may possibly have been that by mistake | wrote “$200” instead of “$200,000,” but the know- ledge now possessed of the character of Mackenzie does not at all militate against the suspicion that he may have wilfully erased the ciphers. At all events whatever way that may be—it is quite immaterial so far as the original facts of the case are concern- ed—our character and reputation are thus triumph- antly vindicated. It is made clear as noon-day that the insinuation that we had received ‘“a bribe,” which Mackenzie impudently puts forth, is a foul and baseless slander. We never received one farthing fromany of tflose politicians with whom we wereconnected during that period. It is very true we desired a loan of $2,500, and solicited the aid of Mr. Hoyt in procuring it for us. Buteven that we did not get. We did obtain the loan, but it was from friends not connected with either of the political parties, and the sum was in due time repaid with interest. This is but a sample of the manner in which we will drag to the light of day all the hidden things of darkness connected with these Mackenzie de- velopments, and by the simple statement of facts every one of which we can substantiate, repel the assaults made upon our reputation during our con- nection with the leading politicians of the democra- tic party, between 1824 and 1834—a stirring and re- markably eventful period of ten years. So far as we are concerned, it must be pure malice on the part of Mackenzie which prompts his attacks and ac- tates his conduct. Since his arrival in this city we have always been ready to serve him when we considered his purposes and motives to be good. ‘The pains which he takes to falsify and misrepre- sent the letters which he publishes, and to excite pre judices against us, must be attributed to the pure ma_ lignity of the man. This much to-day by way of anticipation. In to- morrow’s paper we shall proceed with a deliberate careful, and historical review of the whole subject? including the highly interesting and important cor- respondence of Mr. Hoyt, which we have just brought to light, and which will materially aid us in our labors. Tar Ertscopar. Convention.—At last, this Con- vention has closed its stormy sessions, leaving mat- ters very much as they were before it commenced its proceedings—its solemn prayers—its pious exhor, tations—its fiery speeches—its violent personalities —its unseemly ebulitions of ill-nature and spleen, and all manner of uncharitableness. What a strange spectacle has the whole scene,from beginning toend, presented! How unlike a convocation of the fol- lowers of the Prince of Peace! How the angels must have sighed and weptas they looked upon the proceedings in that church, dedicated with all the pomp and solemnity of ecclesiastical form and cere- mony to St. John—the meek disciple whom Jesus loved! After all,the question of salary remains undisposed of, and it is not at all unlikely that the lawyers may have a chance to step in and get fine plucking and fleecing out of the business. Alas! alas! the wicked men who trade in politics, do not engross all the intrigue, plotting, squabbling, selfishness, and worldly mindedness that make earth like the habita- tion of unclean spirits. The clergy share too large- ly these unholy attributes. When shall we have a better priesthood? Not, we fear, till the millenium, orunless the idea we once heard a good old Presby- byterian clergyman suggest be realized—that “the ministers of the gospel be let down from heaven every Sabbath morn, and taken up again punctually every Sabbath afternoon.” Appropriate AppornrMENT.—One of the most discreet appointments made by the present admin- istration, has been that of Mr. O’Sullivan, of the News, as bearer of despatches to England. He is a very amiable young man, and has now obtained an employment exactly suited to his abilities — When the government wanted to communicate with their agents at London, and note down what they had to say, and then tied it up with red tape, and put it into Mr. O’Sullivan’s pocket. they did perfect- ly right. He will take care of the package, and deliver it savely But he could not have carried the intelligence in any other way. You philosophers are rather indifferent hands in any practical, com- mon sense business. But then they “do a power of thinking,” as the Irishman says in the farce. ImevpeNck.—The important news from Mexico to the 18th ult., which we gave exclusively in the Herald of yesterday, and which was brought by the Princeton to Pensacola, is characterized in the Ex- press as a hoax. The news we published was received by the regular mail from Pensacola and we sent the news ail over the east, north and west, thirty-six hours ahead of our contemporaries. This fact ac- counts for the chagrin and falsehoods of the Express. If we manufacture news in this office, our amiable triend Booby Brooks ought not rely so much upon the Herald for late intelligence. Emigration To Orggon ann CatirorNia—Po- Licy or THE Unirep Srares GovERNMENT.— We'have received intelligence from Washington relative to the progress of preparations for the formation of an extensive emigration to California. Several similar expeditions are preparing in the great Atlantic cities, and also in the Western and South Western States. The accounts which have been communicated by the pioneers in this great | movement, have been so encouraging—have stimu- lated to such a degree the spirit of enterprise—and the triumphant success of Texas annexation has produced such a wide-spread moral effect in the same direction, that an immense impetus has been given to the advancing tide of emigration to Califor- nia and Oregon, and in less than two years,we have not the slightest doubt, these fertile and attractive regions will be occupied by many thousands of the | most ,energetic and determined of the American people. ‘ In another column of our paper to-day, we give an interesting description of a portion of the journey to Oregon. Following the course of the Nebraska or Platte River, one of the principal tributaries of the Missouri, the traveller reaches near its source the great South Pass in the Rocky Mountains—a POSTSCRIPT. SENTENCE OF “BIG THUNDER,” We are indebted to the kindness of an officer of the steamer South America, which arrived at half past two this morning frem Hudson, for the follow- ing lerter:— Hupson, Sept. 30, 1845. Before the time arrived for the passing of sen tence on Dr. Boughton, or Big Thunder, the Court Room was thronged with an immense crowd of both ladies and‘gentlemen. Ata quarter before two Judge Edmonds called | the Court to order. The prisoner, Boughton, was then brought in, and ordered tostand up and say Eplscopal Convention—Sixth Day. After morning services were concluded, the Secre- tary read the minutes of yesterday, which were approved The President called the house to order, an said that the unfinished business of yerterday would taken up. Mr. Comstocx read an application from an aged cler- | pms in the western part of the State, to be put on the | list of aged and infirm clergymen, which was referred | tothe trustees of this fund for aged and infirm clergy- men. Hamitron Fist submitted a resolutien to alter the can- ons, limiting the number of delegates from each church to one clerical and one lay delegate. Andon motion, the | subject was laid over. The Secretary then read the substitute, which he prepored, yesterday to the amendment of Judge Oakley, of the 10th canon of the church, which is as follows:— “ Resolved, That this Convention, without expressing any opinion on the legal and canonical questions grow- ing out of the sentence pronounced by the Court of Bish- ops on Bishop Onderdonk, (which sentence they hold to “why sentence should not be passed upon him?”— Boughiton arose, and in a low tone stated that he wished for a few days lenity, in order that he might see his wife and settle his family affairs, which re- quest was finally comphed with. The Judge then addressed the prisoner at some length, and concluded by pronouncing his sentence to be ‘con- finement in the Clinton County State Prison during the term of his nalural life!” valley nearly twenty miles wide, and affording ample facilities of communication, by means of railroads, between the extensive regions that lie beyond the Umted States. In the Oregon Terri- tory the American population already numbers nine thousand; of which two thousand are able-bodied men, expert in the use of the rifle, and capable of immediate organization into a strong military force. They have organized a government, and in- tend sending a delegate to the United States Con- gress. The chief settlement is Oregon city, situated in Willamette Valley, and not far distant trom Fort Vancouver. Linton is another American settlement, finely located and rapidly increasing. The British population is about five thousand, consisting chiefly of trappers and traders, with a considerable num- ber of Indians, connected with the Hudson’s Bay Company, and having a sort of government under the control of the Canadian laws. But the British population is by no means equal in strength to the American, and the latter is even now able to drive the former out of the country, unless they were as- sisted by a force from England, which it is not at all likely they would obtain. Upper California, however, it would appear has become the favorite destination of great numbers of those hardy adventurers who are seeking their for- tunes in these regions. The country in the neigh- borhood of San Francisco—destined to be one of the greatest sea ports in the world—is described as extremely fertile and the climate is remarkably agreeable and salubrious. The broad and smiling plains, watered by the Sacramento river, are attract- ing much of the emigration that is proceed- ing to the shores of the Pacific. The po- pulation at present consists of about four thousand Indians--one thousand Spaniards— and five hundred Americans. But several large expeditions to California are now preparing to Start from various points in the United States, and the probability is, that that territory will be still more rapidly filled up with Americans than Texas was ; and that, as soon as they be strong enough, they will at once assert their independence, and seek admission to this confederacy. It is proper to observe that several of these associations of emi- grants have applied to the British minister at Wash- ington for official sanction and concurrence, and others have made similar applications to the Ame- rican government, but both declared off, and decide that the emigrations should proceed upon their own hook. These expeditions and this great movement only commenced with the revolution and annexation of Texas. The movement will now go on with vastly accelerated rapidity and strength. It is connected with all political movements in this country, and if the government attempt to impede its progress in any way, the party at present in power will be very quickly deposed. ‘The annexation of California and | Oregon will now be the great question 1n our politi. cal contests, and the President must show some dis- position in relation to it in his Message, or very soon after the opening of Congress, if he desires to avoid | a fatal collision with the popular impulses of the age and the country. As for any European interference, itis laughed at by a people, now numbering nearly twenty-five millioss, and possessing all the riches» power and resources of a mighty continent. Canapa.—The fall trade is going on more briskly than any other thing in Canada now—the papers are full of dry goods advertisements ; butcontain no news. From the middle of September to the latter part of October, nine-tenths of the imported fal goods are sold, and while this is going on, the ut- most bustle and activity prevail in the Canada ports. Auctioneers are there important characters, and have more to say in what is going on thanall others. There has been an increase of 175 arrivals from sea this year over last. Upto Sept. 25th, there had arrived, by the St. Lawrence, 184 general cargoes, of which about 125 were for Montreal. The total number of vessels arrived this year, is 1,294, and the total number cleared from the port of Quebec, in- cluding 35 from Montreal, is 1,138. Several improvements are taking place in Mon- treal, as well through the attention given to the sub- ject bythe Common Council as by private enter- prise. During the last ten years, property has re- markably increased in value, and nothing in the shape of investment has been more profitable than house-building. We accordingly observe that many elegant edifices are everywhere going up, particular- ly in Great St. James street. This city must be com- pletely transformed in the course of a few years. Lord Cathcart, the Commander of the Forces in Canada, had lately returned from a tour of inspec- tion in the western part of the province. The mili- tary establishments in Canada is kept ina state of unsurpassed efficiency. Accounts from the interior represent the farmers as quite on the alert to sell their wheat, the great de. mand for it having brought up the price to a dollar, andin some places more. This is better encour- agement than they have been lately accustomed to. There will be a large quantity of wheat and flour shipped to England this season, and freights are ex. pected to be very high in the shipping ports; in- deed, it is likely there will not be a sufficiency of vessels to meet the demand for freights. Politics are quite neglected for the present; hardly a word of allusion to public local matters are made by the papers. This may not last long, asthe famous Pa- pineau is on his way back to his old haunts. Will he be able to get up another fracas? Historica, Fact.—A contemporary has made the discovery that the medal which Com. Elliott caused to be struck in honor of Cooper, was of block tin. The discovery, however, had been made before by the Rhode Island Historical Society, as may be seen by their vote. Had the gallant Com- modore been aw are of the peculiarities of the His- torical Society, he would have, perhaps, offered the medal in some form more valuable. Ore Burt..—Thig great maestro gives a farewelj concert at the Tame, on Thursday evening next. He will play several original pieces, amongst them his “ Farewell to America” —a composition of great originality and genius. He will be assisted by Miss Northall. Few artists have ever visited these shores who have succeeded in gaining so many warm friends as Ole Bull. His farewell con- cert will be a bumper indeed. Heattn at tae Sovrn.—Our dates from New Orleans are to the 22d, and Mobile to the 23d inst. ‘Those cities were perfectly free from the yellow fever, and were remarkably healthy. The South has not, this year, been visited by any epidemic. Mr. Broven’s Benerrr.—Mr. Brough takes his benefit at the Park to-night. Miss Deley plays in “Cinderella.” A crowded house will welcome her back, on her tecovery from her late indisposition. Panx Turatne.—A very excellent, though not a crowded house, witnessed last night the performance, for the first time for many years in this city, of Otway’s tragedy of “Venice Preserved.” In the days when Kemble end Young, with Miss O’Noil as the heroine, ap- peared in this play, it was eminently popular, more, however, from the talent concentrated than from its own intrinsic merits. Since,it has seldom been produced, and, in fact, now ranks amongst the almost forgotten “ blood and murder” productions of a past era in dramatic litera- ture. Yet the parts of “ Pierre,” “ Jaffier” and “ Belvi- dera,” afford ample scope for the d splay of histrionic genius, and on this occasion the tragedy was performed | in a manner entirely creditable to the artists who filled | those parts. Bland’s “ Jaffier” was one of the best things in which we have ‘(a him—well conceived and 1d out with good taste and jud, nt. Mrs. Blana ed the very difficult part of " Belvidera” with a great deal of truthfulness and energy. The scene with by her winning tenderness, she com- andon his deadly purpose, was’ character. ized by a pathos, so natural and thrilling as to draw tears from many eyes; and in the last act, where her reason gives way beneath the accumulated load of misery and despair, her acting bore throughout the impress of the highest order of genius and skill. On the fall of the curtain Mrs, Bland was called out. After the tragedy, the ‘Double Cracovienne” was danced with much grace by the Misses Vallee. The comedy of the ‘Four Sisters,” in which the lively little Mrs. Skerritt made her first appearance this season, con- cluded the entertainments of the evening. To-night Miss Delcy, in Cinderella, on occasion of Brough’s benefit. Bowery Tueatax.—Last evening Messrs, Cony and Blanchard,with their wonderful dogs, made their second appearance at the Bowery, before another crowded house. The sagacity and tractability of the dog has long been a subject of admiration among naturalists. All who desire a preof of the strength of these traits, will do well to visit the Bowery during the engagements of Messrs: Cony and Blanchard. ‘The fidelity, attachment, and cun, be valid until declared otherwise by some competent tribunal) look with confi Ge vi it its next session, for th hall effectually relieve t! in its present emergency.” Doctor Wainwnicnt then offered an amendment to ofthe Secretary, by striking out all after ved, and inserting— ‘onvention, with bitter sorrow, for the exigency which renders necessary the ex of such convictions, and in full recognition of pendent responsibility of the action he ma; Rev. B. T. Onderdonk, hi would render injurious to th any measures which might tend to his resumption of this office of its Bishop and the sacred functions thereto pertaining, but inasmuch as the conscientious opinions and feelings of this Convention render at present imprac- ticable the expression of this conviction in a formal reso- lution, therefore * Resolved, That the whole question of the relations of Bishop B. T. Onderdonk to this diocese be referred to the decision of the General Convention. Mr. Wainwariont prefaced his resolution by a few re- marks. He wished to have the ground whic! occu. pied known to his friends, as one of them asked him last evening, with some significancy, how he stood on the subject.” He then spoke of the moe! nd subm. which has characterized the Bishop since th having frequently seen him in his private capacity He never heard him utter or express an opinion concern- ing those who had been instrumental in obtaining his conviction. He is not in favor of the immediate restora: tion of the Bishop, but it is impossible to say what may intervene between this time and the meeting of the next General Convention ; and looking to the present state of the dioc if his suspension were drawn, he would be ready to ive him ; but, notwithstanding, he felt him- self called upon to express his present feeling: }o the adoption of measures diocese of New York ression e inde- church in this diocese Lution,and he tion. Now is the time for such nd to ape from the position ely placed; and besides, this resolution is calculated to assuage all bitter feelings on the subject. Dr. McVicxax yields to no man in his ardent desire to see the matter settled in a manner that will unite all hearts, but he cannot vote forthe resolution in question, because it is contradictory and incons: in itself. The resolution says we cannot express an opinion, while the preamble does foreibly express one. e here legis- jators. Ifit is within our power to propose a remedy for the present case, let us do so; but if it is beyond our pow- er, let the subject go to a higher tribunal. He concluded by saying he could not vote for the resolution. Mr. James Musror, a lay delegate from Harlem, con- gratulated the Convention that, after all the discussion which had taken place on the canons, there was a ques- tion of the main point being settled. ‘He hoped that a moral resolution would be taken by the Convention on the subject. He said, that if this resolution passes, the Bi- shop is entitled to his full salary until the question be hoped and prayed its a resolution to be pa: in which we are unfortt ning of the dog are all beautifully portrayed by these noble animals, Messrs. Cony and'Blanchard sustained theircharacters with great force and beanty. They performed last night in the drama of the “ High- land Drover,” previous to which the play of “ Ugolino” was performed, and the evening closed with the grand national drama of the “ Black Rangers.” To-night we have a strong bill. “‘ Damon and Pythias,” with Mr. Scott as Damon, the “ Highland Drover,” and the “ Black Ran, gers.” Castie Garven.—The burlesque Opera Company still continue to draw full houses of delighted audiences— Last night they presented “ Buy-I-Dare,” a burlesque up. on Auber’s La Bayadere. This is certainly one of the most pleasing performances in the city, and one at which the citizen or stranger may while away an evening great- ly to his satisfaction. To-night we have a burlesque on | the “Postillion.” Ninto’s Ganpex.—The performance of the “Honey. moon,” last night, drew together a large and fashionable auditory, anxious to witness Mrs. Mowatt’s personation of the character of Juliana, supported by Crisp’s Aranza. Mrs. Mowatt’s acting, throughout the performance, wa, | highly creditable, asshe fully sustained the high reputa- | tation she has alroady earned, shewing she possesses a | versitality of talent which is calculated to insure her a | high place, either in the comic or tragic walks in the, arduous line of profession which she has selected for® herself. Mrs. M. is now before a New York public suf- ficiently long to enable the most rigid critic to pronounce upon her claims to popular favor upon the stage ; and, though as yet comparatively a novice in her profession, she has won her way upon popular approbation by her ccessful efforts upon the stage, which will insure her in the brilliant career which lies before her.— formance passed off in a manner company. Pauoo’s—“Picayune Butler” and all his friends mus, have “come to town” and visited Palmo’s Opera House | last night. ‘The Ethiopians continue to draw crowded | houses, and well they deserve to, for a company of | sweeter singers has not blessed the ears of our citizen’ | for many a day They have opened a new budget of | songs and glees this week. Tur Swiss Beit. Rincens gave five concerts in Boston | last week at the Melodeon, which was crowded on each night they pla: Indeed, s0 great a rush took place on Friday and Saturday evenings, that many hundreds of | fete were w mission, although the ilding will coi upwards of twelve hundred per- sons seated. | id they cleared upwards of $1500 in | the five Cin ey have gone to Lowell for two nights, | and after playing a farewell concert in Boston, will re- turn to this city to bid the New Yorkers adieu previous to their departure for the South and Mexico, which tour will occupy them at least a year. They will then return to this city and embark for their grand European tour. This band has tus of 17 miles, and country, in has equalled their ptember of last yi enteprise and industry, Sporting Intelligence. TROTTING OVER THE CENTREVILLE TRack YESTERDAY. —The Sweepstakes was won by Fanny Wright, making the best three in five. Tom Moore was distanced in the first heat. Time, averaging 2m. 49s. to2m. 558. Tuy Marcu.—The'first heat was won by Henry Clay— a squabble, as was anticipated, took place andthe Judges gave no decision. The wagon match did not come off in consequence; principally, of the late hour at which the other sport ter- minated. PepestrianisM AND Hurpie Race at THE Canton Covner, Bautimone.—We are authorised to say that these affairs ‘are postponed until about the first of No- vember next. Tweatricats.—The drama is at present in a high. ly prosperous state in this country. The success of the Keans has been quite overwhelming. In this city, their engagement was one of the most profita- ble that has ever been fulfilled here. At Philadel phia they have been equally successful. They are at present in Baltimore. Here all the theatres are enjoying the full sunshine of prosperity. The Park—the Bowery—Niblo’s— the Chatham and Olympic are all crowded nightly. There is indeed a perfect furor for theatrical amuse- ments. So flourishes the legitimate drama. The Musical drama has also experienced a remark- able revival. Miss Deley’s debut at the Park hascom- menced anew and brilliantera in English Opera here. Her success has been most triumphant. Templeton, now here, intends to appear in concerts, but it is very doubtful how he will succeed. The attempts made to revive the Italian Opera have failed, and now quite disgusted with the squabbles of the Ita- lian artists, and the repeated failures of the dilletan- ti committee-men, the lovers of musical science and opera appear to be all crowding to the support of Miss Delcy at the Park. Thus, then, we go. The managers are filling their coflers—actors are reaping a copious harvest—our fair prima donna Miss Deicy, is in the zenith of popu- larity—theatrical taste is reviving--musical taste is re. viving—the drama lifts up her head with rejorcing— Texas has been annexed-money is plenty—peace and prosperity every where smile upon us—and Brr- ther Jonathan feels himself more than ever to be the happies& most sensible, and biggest fellow in all creation. For Evrore.—Packet ships Cambridge, Captain Barstow, for Liverpool; Mediator, Captain Chad- wick, for London, and St, Nicholas, Captain Pell, for Havre, sails to-day at noon. Sir Hartrorn —This new ship, now loading at the footof Maiden Lane.and designed for one of the Savannah packets, is most deservedly attracting much attention. Asa southern packet, she is cer- tainly superior in every respect to any yet placed upon that line, and, doubtless, our southern friends will be pleased to know that she equals many of the London and Set to traders, both in accommoda- tions and beauty of structure, finally disposed of by the General Convention. Mr. Jay said that he would not refuse to co-operate in any measures, that he conscientiously thought would prove for the welfare of the church ; but on this question ofthe moral influence of the clergy on the world, he could make no sacrifices. They came here prepared to go with the majority, provided they didnot propose any measures of an injurious tendency to the church. They had wished to put it in the shape of a moral cause, but by the action of the majority in muzzling debate, they had been compelled to come to the canonical question. They had not been allowed to submit the naked ques- tion, and they were compelled to move an amendment to one of the resolutions. The headof the diocese was suspended for immoralities that would d grace a lay- man, and yet, is it asked that such a man should be re- stored? They had replied that such is not the case. He (Mr. Jay) would say, that in one quarter of the church, this man had been held up as a persecuted Bishop, and on,this account we feel ourselves bound to ask a public expression of opihion on this subject. Ef- forts had been made by religious journals, and printed sermons had been circulated, declaring that his restora- tion would be a blessing to the diocese, and after such acts, would any fone say there was no cause to fear? opinion had been contemned in this house.— was an individual case, and we might mourn with him, but the diocese was not to be condemned becaute one member fell off. The sin rested on the offending one. Hinam Ketcnum next,addressed the meeting. He said he thought they all agreed in one thing, that this was a council for the benefit of the church, to build up and comfort those who are members of the diocese. What is our actual state? What is our duty towards our late diocesan? Shall we ci him? I'say no. Shall we cover up his offences and seem to sympathize in his guilt? Isay no to that also; but what shallwe do? He isa private Christian, and as private Christians we shall sympathize with him and remember him with kiudness ; we will relieve his embarrassments, and do all we can to open for him the gates of everlasting life. That is our private duty ; but acting in our corporate character, we are not to speak for ourselves; we are speak for the Holy Church, and in that capacity’ we must assume a grave stand. Allthe committee have said, is true. He knew from his own experience, that all the institutions of our church were paralyzed; and who has brought it to that State? Benjamin T. Onderdonk! An: now when we meet for the first time after these trans- actions, shall we, as achurch, not have one word of censure to say? Individually we have no right, but as a cornorate we have. The tribunal under which he was tried was as just as any in the world. The gen- tleman from West Point had denounced public opinion; but as had been said by the gentleman from Coopers- town, this is an instance in which the voice of the world sustained the course of the tribunals; and does any one complain of such an expression? The trial of the Bish- op had beenfair, as he had labored twenty-one days —and he might almo been complained of; earth to nullify the egged them to consider the situation in which they laced themselves, viz: as a profession anxjous to hide jenjamin T. Onderdonk’s faults, He referred to the cir- cular that had been issued, and which recommended them to vote down all debate. He asked them whit they would think of any other legislative body assum- ing such a stand? He asked them what they would say He to their congregations when they return Hon. Joun C. Srexcer next addressed the chair. y existed in it ad assembled since the ntence of the Bishop; and wore they to separate with- out one word of censure? We had now, said Mr. Spen- ce! ived at the pith and marrow of this question; and it appeared to be summed up in the desire to rebuke the Bishop. Judge Duer here asked the chair if the subject under discussion was the resolution orthe speech of the last gentleman, Mr. Srencer.—I rise to ask the chair— Ju Dvuen.—I must have the floor. (Cries of order ! order!) I wish to know if resolutions or speeches are to be discnssed. The Cain decided that inasmuch asthe speech re- ferred to the resolution, that Mr. Spencer was in order. Mr. Spencer then proceeded. He thought the gentleman had grown very fastidious on the subject of order all of a sudden, and went en in quite a lengthy epeech, and by asking the Secretary to read all the resolutions, to show that they were now called on to re-vote in the form ofa preamble what they had rejected in a resolu- tion. He disclaimed any authority in this rebuke He is sui re the first Convention 4 we wrankle his wound: tleman spoke at great length ind wentover a great deal of the ground that plentifully ploughed up during this Conven- | Col. Mownor arose to a question personal to himself. been alluded to by the last speaker, who w abit of keeping the floor until his tongue is tir He now called upon hi do him he ice to say whether, during all the nm he had taken up more than fifteen minutes. C. Srencen replied, that he did not allude to the gentleman in his remarks. Col. Monroe again observed, that he ought not to ex- pect, from all he knew, that an explanation would be ven. OTe, Lutner Bravisn asked the attention of the house for a vary few minutes, while he stated the reasons which inclined him in favor of the resolution. In com- ing there he had nothing to do, nor did he then think it necessary to f° back behind the judgments of the Court | of Bishops. It was for him to enquire whether the re- | spondent before that Court was innocent or guilty, not to enquire whether its proceedings were constitutional or canonical? He took the naked fect of the judgment, which was after a fair trial before his peers, that respon dent was guilty and sentenced to suspension. ‘That was an enduring record, and no amendment of alter life could blot it out ; no mantle that charity in the i of its heaven born attributes could use, would cient to cover and conceal it. That sentence would stand in all ite withering influence on his usefulness o1 life. He would leave the question of guilt to the tribu- pals, and lg pn. in his conscience that their sentence for that convention to declare its opi might be no mistake about it, He de no jurisdiction deprived them of the ng an opinion. ‘The church it was, and ho in the event of a restoration would feel interested in it, and, therefore, their voice was not to be stifled. The free expression of opinion neces- sary to vindication of the principles and character o! the church, and that both were intimately connected with the present question, Entertaining these opinions, he would not and had not in any case shrunk from their candia expression ; but in doing so he made parate from the question of guilt or innocence ; on that he had the judgment of the ga which governed his conduct be: foreine con- vention. Rev. Mr. Watron did not appear as the advocate of im- morality, nor was he actuated by party feelin el he rovid solemal y say that he dd hot Believe Bishop. B T. Onderdonk—their suspended diocesan—guilty of im: morality oF impurity Ho respected the opinions of others who differed from him, and claimed the same privilege. They believed the Bishop guilty; he believed inno- cent, and therefore could not support the resolution.— I But @ short time ago a minister of God was accused in Massachusetts, and convicted by his peers ; he had no- thing but his sense of innocence to sustain in leaving Courtconvicted. And this man is now a minister in Boston, labo: in the work with acceptance. The holy relation of husband and wife resembled that of a Bishop to his charge. But one fault existed sutticient to separa them ; the power of man could not divest a Bishop of his powers. He would advise them to follow pheecenpie of the great head of the Church, and not be guided by their own notions. v. Mr. Sournarp next addres: eloquently. He opposed the re: intended to pronounce upon the guilt of t! shut the door against any future reconciliation. He claimed all intention ef bringing about that end, and those who disregarded the honest disclaimers of minis- ters of Christ were reprehensibl: arguments had been addressed to their . en ie " ie pS been resorted to, to ‘ers of Christ from their convictions. Mr. 8. advocated the avoidance of ind the culti "i Gy aay ho pirit he would vote against t ; Dr. Wairrnot denied the position that, bec: they were a legislative body, they had no right to opinion without eeting ‘on it. He con! re were many cases on which full and free em: it the resolutio: ression of opinion would be salutary, in m: : own feryit we elsewhere. It was Feasible, (ore that the rd ishop might be ignorant of, or decei itatements as to the f th was a conspiracy against was no way so effectual as to express the seni Convention openly and directly. In this vie tramers of t! solution acted, keeping in view the cul- pirit of unanimity and conciliation, if that wel He would vote for the resolution, (Cries of “question, question,” and a good deal of noi: Dr. Wainwnront was very desirous to have the vote taken at once on the resolution, as he was compelled to ask leave of absence on account of domestic reasons. He regretted sper so much as the remarks called up on the debate, and he took the opportunity to say that it was erroneous and unjust to suppose that the resolution was intended to havo any influence on the mind of the Bishop. ‘or force him to resign. For his part, he repudi- ated all such designs. His hopes were that the whole sub- ject would be left over tiki the next Convention, allowing the Bishop two years of preparation, of penitence—not knowing out that in the good providence of God, a state of things might ensue in which it would be held desira- ble to restore our suspended diocesan. He did not ex- pect such a result, but he could, with all his heart say, God grant it He wished none to vote for the resolution who could not do so in that spirit from the bottom of his heart. He now called forthe question to be taken by eas and na! ¥ A) + t, I ha all ve one word to say— parts of the house.’ J want to speak one word. (Great ) 1pENT—Will you hear the gentleman? he only wants to say a word or two. I hope you will hear him. Memaen. ove we adjourn. AnotHer—I second ‘About twenty perso! to speak, all toge- ther, producing indesoril n. Presipent—If gentlemen would give way, the time they occupy would suffice for the explanation of the member wie de: to be heard. Rev. Mr. Mrap at last obtained a hearing, and said that without entering into the question of guilt or innocence, he would be content with the decision of the Court. He thought the intention of the resolution was to aggravate the Manse; and cast fresh odium on the respondent. (Cry oforder.) He was for ebIne EY, the decision of the le- gally constituted tribunals, and not for adding to the weight of their sentence. Let it go for what it is worth; it was for them, not us, to decide. Much had been said about motives —— Mr. Duer arose to order. He would respectfully re- mind the gentleman that onthe eve of adjournment, and with the question before the House, he had asked leave to speak five minutes. (Agitation and cries of order.) Rev. Mr. Mzap—I did not say I would speak only five minutes (fresh intece ion.) Tt had been insinuated that the minority in that House had been carried away with ablind attachment to an individual; he denied that.— There were other modes of acceunting for the existence of'two parties in that House. It would be remembered for the last two years the state of the diocese was not a settled one—that between them and their opponents there were doctrinal differences which he believed w: at the bottom of proceedings since occurring. lieved but for these doctrinal differences, their re! position would not now be what it ind that it was be- cause the Bishop was regarded as exponent of these differences. ir. Duen again rose and called the Speaker to order. of chair, chair—order—go on, &c.) He thought it entirely improper and unjustifiable for the gentleman to!charge upon those who differed with him such motiy for their actions in relation to the suspended Bishop. He had no right to impute malignity or malice to them, or say that there were any such reasons as he attributed for ite as they had done. (Order, and much disturb- ance. Presipent, (striking lustily with his hammer)—The Speaker is speaking tothe question—let him be neard. Several persons again made an effort to obtain a hear- ing, amidst calls for adjournment—division—order, and twenty other things ; at last Rev. Mr. Mean got leave to proceed for a moment or two, when a member arose, and with warmth, said :— The gentleman is not only out of order, but—(the re- mainder of the sentence was drowned in uproar ) Hon. J. C. Spencer was heard to say that the question was not debateabie, and that it was out of orderto inter- rupt the Speaker. ey Mr. Map made a short explanation, which again called u) Mr. Durr, who repeated the language with whic he found fault, and gave a running paraphrase 02 what it meant, “in plain language,” and was in his turn com- pelled to give way, by an overwhelming chorus of eja- culations from all quarters. » Paestoent.—(Rap, rap, rap.) —Order, order. The Secxerany «t lei nie tead the resolution and pre- amble. The vote was taken, and found to stand as fol- lows: Clerical votes, ayes 42, noes 69; Lay votes, ayes 55, nays 43, So the question was lost by non-concur- rence. Presipent.—Shall we have an evening ion? Twenty voices—Yes—no—aye—no—aye—yes. A ineR.—I move that we adjourn till 6 o'clock. Another Memnen.—I move, Mr. President, that we ad- Journ sine die, (Uproar, and cris of I ‘second that mo- ‘Son xs1pen7.—What is the question? There is a motion to adjourn before the It is moved that we now adjourn sine die. No, no; put the other question.) ion, question, and great Presipent.—It is moved that we now adjourn till nine o'clock to-morrow. Put and lost. It was then proposed and carri3d, to adjourn till seven o'clock in the evening. EVENING SESSION, The house being called to order, Mr. Spencer arose and said, that on consultation and conversation with gentlemen of all sides of the house, it had been agreed that there was no prospect of any re- solution being carried regarding the matter under dis- cussion; and that upon deliberation, it had been agreed to enter into a compromise; and that he therefore moved to suspend all business, and make the following resolu- tion— That to remove all doubts as to the duty of the stand- committee under the canons of this diocese, to pro- vide for the performance of those Episcopal acts, without which a church cannot be maintained— Resolved, That the second section of the Xth canon of this diocese be amended as follows, by inserting after the words ‘in case of a vacancy in the Episcopate,” i the first line, the following, “ of the inability or dit ty of the Bishop.” On condition that it was carried, and that then the house adjourn sine die. This would be a compromise of this resolution, which had already been laid upon the table. Chief Justice Jones seconded the motion. Judge Durr said tl ere no doubt that this was lan, and thought the nvention would doubt loss ratify the agreement, by immediately after adjourn- ing. Fhe question was then put and carried unanimously. A report of the Trustees of the Fund for Aged and In- firm Clergymen was then heard, touching the case of an aged clergyman in distress, and confirmed. A Memuen wished to suggest, that the Secretary do uot enter the parochial reports in the journal this year. The following resolution was then offered and unani- mously carried. Resolved, unanimously, That the thanks of this Con- vention are due to the Rev. Dr. Creighton, for the dig fied, courteous, and Chiistianlike temper which has dis- tinguished his conduct, in presiding over the delibera- tions of this Convention. Dr. Wxrrenouse then offered a resolution, which was carried, to the effect that as there had been no opal address, and no record had been kept of the names of the clergy who had deceased during the year, that a committee of three be appointed to collect the names of the same, and enter them on the journal. Rev. Mr. Suirn and Dr. Lywui. then spoke on the sub- ject of the deceased clergy. Dr. Reid, of Poughkeepsie, and Dr. Milnor were mentionedjamong them, Dr. Lyell said some hard things of the conduct of the Convention, but was glad to see them all separate peacefully—he fercices his speech with a benediction on thé whole of them. Dr. Henny thought Dr. Lyell was rather severe on the conduct of the Convention. The following resolution was then offered and c: ried :— Resolved, That the propositions submitted to'the © mittee for the amendment of the Constitution, of th itution ofthe Church of this Diocese, be laid onthe table and referred to the next Convention n then moved an adjournment. Dr. Me Viexan proposed to enter the following resolu- tion on the minutes, which was carrie This Convention cannot close its long and anxious la- bors, without some expression of its deep sense of th ‘ati overwhelming mercy of God in guiding its delib to harmony and peace, and that they now unite in ear- nest commendation of one to the other, to the blessing of God and of the now afflicted Diocese, to the united pray. ers of all its membors on all the appointed holydays of u hureh. ‘The minutes were then read ; and Dr. Creighton made an address of thanksto the Convention for their opinion of him, and waa glad that, after the exciting discussions that had passed, that they had come peacefully together. iT any thing imhest of debate-—any thing harsh or unkind had been suid, let it be forgotten, and hereafter meet in peace. T’he Chair invited them to join with him in thanks. Gloria in Excelsia was then sung—prayers anda be- nediction pronounced, and the meeting adjourned. Thus ended the Episcopal Convention. In closing our report of this Convention, we deem it not amiss to sum Up precisely the results of all these de- bates and set forth what they have done, ‘The resolutions attached to the majority report of the committee of twenty that were appointed to consider the state of the diocese, and on these resolutions all the de bates have been founded. Resolved, That this convention accept the act ot in- corporation passed by the Legislature of this State at its last session, entitled, “ An act to incorporate the trus- tees for the management and care of the fund for the | | after giving him the peac (3 {him Rould support of the Episoo} for the diocese of New York,’” passed 14, 1845, by a two third vote. Reselved, That the present trustees of the Episcopate Fund be authorized and dirested to transfer all the funds in their hands, both principal and interest, and all seeu- rities and other papers relating to the said funds, to the trustees named ia the said act of incorporation by their corporate name, to be received, had and held by them, in their corporate character. 2. (Payment of arrears to Bishop Onderdonk.) Resolved, That the trustees of the Episcopate Fund are, hereby authorized and directed to set- ht Rev. B. T. Onderdonk, for the arrears him, as Bishop of this diocese, according to nts of onvention in 1836, and renewed in 1838, and agein confirmed in 1844, upon the princi that he was entitled to the income of $99,000 at the rat of 7 per cent per annum, to the 3d ay of January, 18: and to pay him the amount of the said arrears so asce: tained, meiheey! reference to any payments other than those the trustees of the said fund, out of any | monies in their hands. 3. (Standing Committee—its power and duties.) Resolved, That in the circumstances caused by the suspension of the Right Rev. B. ‘I’. Onderdonk, as Bisho; of this Diocese, the proceeding of the Standing Commit. tee, in inviting Bishops of other Dioceses to perform Episcopal acts for this Diocese, were justified by the canons of the church and th: and were highly commendable and permanent provisions be made for a sandtag Committe ency of the occasion snd that until effectual supply of epis- ould continue, in its own nam of such episcopal be necessary, by B f this church, and that the e: penses of such services shall be paid out of the income of the episcopal fund. That to remove all doubts as to the duty of the Stand ing Committee under the canons of this Diocese, to pro- vide for the performance of those opal acts, without which a church cannot be maintained. ‘hat the second section of the 10th canon of this rec) case of a vacan- episcopate,” in the first line, the following, ‘of ty, disability, or absence from the diocese of the Bishop. ii 2d. By adding the following at the end of the said sec- jon:— But in all cases where, in the opinion of the standing committee, acts of the Episcopal office are necessary, for or within this diocese, during a vacancy in the Epis: copate, or during the inability, disability, or from the diocese of the Bishop, tl i shall invite a Bishop of this chure! . the expense of which shall be provided for by the con: vention of the diocese. 4. (Assistant Bishop.) This convention being deeply sible of the hazard. ous condition of the diocese, and of the absolute nece: sity of some effectual and permanent provision being made tor the performance of Episcopal acts therein, Resolved, That the delegates from this Diocese, in the General Convention be desired to use all proper ef. forts to obtain the enact: neral t onvention as are ad pended Bishop in any Dioc tion of another, with full Episcopal authority in himself, and in no way dependent on the Bishop during his sus- pension. 5. (Bishop Onderdonk, &c.) Resolved, As the opinion of the Convention, that the sentence of suspension Pesnon neat by the Court of Bi- shops, upon the Right Rev. Benjamin T. Onderdork, is to be deemed and taken as valid until declared otherwise by some competent tribunal,and should be respected and regarded accordingly. ‘That although the said Right Rev. B. T. Onderdonk is, during the continuance of the sentence of suspension, disqualified for the performance of every act of toa pal authority, yet that he is in fact and in law the Bishop of this diocese, so that no Bishop could be ordained in his place. ‘That the fund set apart by the resolutions of this Conyention of 1838, for the support of the Episco- pate inthis diocese, isa trust fund, applicable only to the support of the Episcopal office, and that so long as that office is filled, the incumbent has a just claim upon the income of said fund for his reasonable support. ‘That, as under present circumstances the said Right Rey. B. T. Onderdonk will not be exposed to many ot the expenses attending the Episcopate, and as a portion of the said income will necessarily bo required to defray the future expenses consequent upon the performance of Episcopal acts inthis Di it is reasonable and such portion should bi erved for those pur- poses, as being strictly within the objects of the Tru And the Trustees of the Episcopate Fund are therefo: directed to +4 over to the said Right Rev. B. 1’. Onde donk, out of the income of the said fund, (excepting the portion thereof set apart for accumulations the um of two thousand five hundred dollars, to commence ym the 3d of January, 1845, annually, «until other- ay ite isecll by the Convention of the Diocese of New ‘ork :— And that out of the residue of the id income, the said Trustees pay, on the order of the Standing Commit- tee, the amount of .all expenses attending the rer- formance of Episcopal acts in this Diocese by Bishops who shall be invited by them to perform the samo. — The first, second, and part of the third resolutions were passed. On arriving at the words—"That to re- move.” in the third, much discussion took place. It was Froromed that the second section of the Xth canon of this jiocese shall be altered by leaving out the words “or absence from the Diocese” and inserting “or” before disability. ‘This was lost, in consequence of not obtain- ings two-thirds vote. x s Tho fourth resolution was then taken wp, and both it and an amendment of Judge Oakley’s lost. Dr. Wain- wright offered a substitute, which was alsolost Mr. Haight was about to offer another substitute, when, as reported last evemng, Mr. J. C. Sponcer offered to adopt the amendment -of the canon as a compromise, which Was takon, and the meeting adjourned without acting at all on the first resolution or the fifth one. * Thus Bishop Onderdonk has obtamed his arrearages, the Church has power to call in Bishops from other dio- ceses to perform the duties of this diocese—the canon has been amended—but the motion which would inter- fere with his ever belay again allowed to fulfil bis office is still unacted on; and remains an open question till the meeting of the General Convention in I8i7. The ques- tion of his salary, as contained in the Sth resolution, is also left without any action on it. Thus matters are left not much more advanced than they were before the Convention. City Intelligence. Tue Ronneny or Mr. Rowiry.—The police have ex- erted themselves with unusual energy to discover the robber of Mr.Rowley. Yet,with being ou the lookout night and day they have as yet’ discovered no clue to the real criminal. There is an airof mystery hanging ever the whole of this affair. It appears that Southgate had ma- nifested a great anxiety to get Mr. Rowley’s vauise, and while handing him into the cabin aske not attend to his baggage for him, evidently wishing to get his check. however, kept the check an ill holds it. When} Rowley awoke he found his pocket-book, containing p: pers of no value to any one but the owner, gone, while the check was safe. Mr. Southgate it seems acted not ut all tike a sensible rogue, He ought, when he had the opportu: to have taken Mr. Rowley’s check, which he had wished so much to get, and then he would have run no risk in getting Mr. Rowley’s valise ; but instead of that he takes. Mr. Rowley’s papers, leavoa the check and runs the risk of being’ prevented from taking Mr. Rowley’s valise, or in fact rei a ad er asa thief for taking it. They are inclined, from the clumsy man. ner in which he went about his work, to “believe that this is the first offence ot Mr. Southgate, and therefore not being known to the police, they will have hard work to catch him. Our Srarets.—At last, it seems that a plan has been submitted to the consideration of the Corporation for the improvement of our streets, which will be of practical benefit. Itis to lay an iron track in thegreat thorough- fares of the city for carta and omnibusses to run on. [ron being the only substance which cai ind the tritura- tion occasioned by the: We Corporation fi nefits by an expe Broapway Cros way are so slippery from mud, to attempt to cross them. Lines ro Boston—Birtn py Steam.—Th night lines to Boston, over the Long run with grest regularity, arriving at t at 4 P.M., and 6 in the morning, and 1 SAM, and5P.M. A lady was fine child enroute. Allowing the train to be passing at the rate of 40 miles an hour, where was the birth place of this child? Awnina Posts.— have referred to the C in favor of removin ll the awning posts in Nassau in in order to passengers in that crowded thorough- Nassau street is probably the greatest thorough- fare in the city—merchants, laborers, printers, apprenti- ces, hungry men and all classes of citizens, travel it— From morning till night it is filled with a constant streana of humanity, And yet it is one of the narrowest, dirti- est and worst paved streets in the city. Some other im- provements than the one above mentioned might be adopted. We won't speak of “that pavement” as wo are tired of it. Rict.—One of the Peter Funks threatened His Honor the Mayor, that he would buy up all the New York press for five hundred dollars, and have him written down. We rather think oes ws ke ei establish a journal for this purpose on his own hook. COnONER's Orrien-Sept. 30:—-Fatal Accident.—The coroner was called this morning to hold an inquest at No. 160 Duane street, on the body of John et a native of Ireland, ag ears, Who last eve: while riding on a stone truck, fell off and instantly red. Verdict, ‘death by the rupture of a blood vessel, produced by accidentally falling from «truck which he was dr- vi Sudden Death.—The coroner aiso held an inquest at No, 221 Church street, on the body of a colored man Jobn T. Dickson, a native of New York, aged 30 rx, who died suddenly about daylight this mornii erdict, death by congestive fever, resulting in blee ing from the stomach. Court For THe Correction or tRRoRs —Albany, Monday, Sept 29—Present, Senator Bockee, eighteen other Senators, and C . E. Gitlord defeudant in erro have preference, particular 5 No. 39, Th 5 the argument be set down cA ecision henectady co for atponed till noxt Mond: jank plaintiffin error, vs. N. Adams defendent in error, Motion to stay proceed: ings, for the purpose of moving the Supreme Court to amend record, ko. A.C, RW. Feckhain oppored. 0. Paige for the motio Decision postponed until next Mon- 6. Geo. Bowne, impl. &c. applt. H. Le admr, &c, respt. Mr. J. Rhodes moved to @ opposing. Motion granted with applt, va. A. Loubat, rept. On mo tion of J. Rhodes, submitted on printed arguments. On motion of Senator Porter, Ordered, That the Court meet daily at 9 o’clock A.M., take a recess at! o'clock P. M., meet again at 3 o’clook, and adjourn at 6 o'clock P. M. On motien of Senator Lott, Ordered, That no case on writ of error shall be heard during the present week; and that the calendar of writs of error be taken up next, Monday morning, unless an appeal cau should then be under srguens, in such case, immediately after such argument shall be concluded. da Ney aismii No. 1, F. De Peyster, admr. ke. pl It. va, Jane Ann Ferrers, surviving ke. rerpt. D.B. Ogden was heard for applt. M. 3. Bidwelk for respt,