The New York Herald Newspaper, July 15, 1847, Page 2

The Chicago Convention. The Chicago Convention has adjourned sine die. The conclusion of the proceedings will be found in this day’s paper. ‘The Herald for Europe. The Herald for Europe will be ready at 12 o’clock to-day, in time for the Caledonia’s mails, which will close at the Post office at nalf-past five o’clock this afternoon. It will contain the market reports of all the principal cities ‘in the Union, up to the hour of publication; the last accounts of the crops; the “latest news from the seat of war; the proceédings of the OC! cago Convention; the late news from Cal fornia; Washington intelligence; and in fact, everything of importance or interest that may have transpired in the United States since the sailing of the last steamship. : This edition of the Herald for Europe will contain six splendid engravings—the Chinese Junk, now in our harbor; the French steamship Union; the three illustrations of the Fourth of July celebration in this city, and the port of San Francisco, in California. : Our issues of this edition of the Herald will hereafter, be more frequent than ever, in conse- quence of the increased facilities of communi- cation between the two continents, by the estab- lishment of permanent lines of steamships. ‘An edition will be published on the day of sailing of every steamship, and we shall, if pos- sible, still further improve it, and adapt it still more to the purpose of communicating the ideas of America to the peopleof Europe. We shall pay especial attention to the ship .ews and market departments, and make it unapproachable in these respects by eny other publication. In short, our aim is to sustain the reputation which the Herald for Europe now enjoys, as the best paper of the kind in the United States. The subscription price of this paper is @5 per annum, delivered free on board every steamship that leaves Boston and New York, or $3 25 at the counter of the office of publication. Single copies 6{ cents each, ex- clusive of postage. News from Europe. The steamship Britannia is inher eleventh day from Liverpool, and will probably arrive at Bos- ton to-morrow or next day. The speculators are again on the qui vive, and by aid of blue lights and magnetism, feel confident of obtaining the market quotations in advance of every body. Our flour dealers aud merchants in general had better avoid operating, from the moment they see this paragraph, for this reason, that the telegraph from Boston to Portland is now in operation, and the agents of the speculators in Halifax can transmit intelligence of the markets in England by signal rockets to Portland—thence by tele- graph to Boston and this city, ina few minutes after the steamer arrives in Halifax. This can be done, and the news sent here in from thirty-six to forty hours in advance of the arri- val of the steamship at Boston, as the trip from Halifax to that city usually takes that time. In a few minutes after the steamship’s arrival in Boston, we shall receive the market reports, and the moment they come into our possession, we shall print them in large letters and paste them on our bulletin and on the sides of our building, for the benefit of the public In half an hour afterwards, or thereabouts, we shell publish an £ztra Herald, containing the details of the news. We warn the public against purchasing or selling until the market reports are made public. ‘the Progress of the War—The Position of our Army, andthe probable course of our Qvuvernment. The Mexican war is dragging its slow length along, and the public mind has for some time past been rather quiet relative to its progress, or the position of our affairs in that section of the world. It is now nearly three months since the heights of Cerro Gordo were stormed by our army under Geil. Scott, and successfully carried. Within that three months nothing has been ac- complished in prosecuting the a and to all appearances nothing has been done in bringing about a peace. Within that three months, the Mexicans have recovered from the panic the storming of Vera Cruz and of the heights of Cerro Gordo, produced in the minds of the peo- ple of that republic. Fortifications have been constructed, guerilla parties formed, our trains destroyed, our officers and soldiers confined in loathsome dungeons, and everything done to carry on the war as successfully as possible to themselves and as much the reverse as possible to ue; and we are apparently no nearer a cessa- sion of hostilities than we were twelve months since. It is stated that General Scott had not force enough to push onto Mexico. He could have accomplished more with the few he had, imme- diately after the last battle, than he can now with a much larger army, as he has now a much larger force opposed to him, more ably com- manded and better provided, and capable of ma- king a stronger resistance. No one can doubt the result of any engagement between our troops and those of Mexico, and it therefore is more extraurdinary that a movement was not at once made upon the capital, The Mexicans have not the power of staying the progress of our army; their guerilla parties may attack our trains and may harrass our rear; but our onward movement will be irrisistible, and however inferior the force we may throw forward, it must ever be victo- time, and sacrificed men and money in waiting for peace propositions from the Mexican government. We have waited three months with the hope that such terms would be proposed or accepted, as would termi- nate hostilities at once; orin other words, we have been humbugged by the Mexicans, and have thrown away three months of valuable time, which should have been consumed in taking possession of their cities and in establishing ourselves in all their strongholds. It is the policy of the Mexicans to exhaust our resources, if possible, by protracting the war to an indefi- nite period. It is the only warfare they can carry on, calculated to weaken us where we shall feel it the most—in the public purse. We have abendoned all hope of peace upon terms proposed by our government. Nothing will bring the Mexicans to terms but a complete subjugation. ‘We must take possession of the whole country, establish governments in®the different States, raise up antagonistic interests, and then form a union of the whole. They will then be able to govern themselves, and we shall have a govern- ment to treat with. We have made this war too profitable to the people of Mexico. We have made it for their interest to keep our armies in their country. They have every thing to gain, and nothing to lose, by our army occupation, and they will not let such a prize slip through their hands very onsily. The policy of our government, in prosecuting this war with os little injury to the people of Mexico at large as possible, was adopted because it appeared to be best calculated to bring about a speedy and favorable peace ; but experience has proved the reverse. It is now seen that we have gained nothing in pursuing such a course, and we trust the goverament will wee the necossity of abandoning, at once, suction eatisely; wo fanet erry on the war to the death, grant no tavors and ask none; make the presence of our army in Mexico as great an evil as possible, by the most onerous contribu tions upon all classes for its support and mainte- nance. The Mexicans never will make a peace with us upon the terms we propose, or upon such terms as we would accept. Whatever territory we want as an indemnity for our old claims, and those growing out of this war, we must take possession of, and place a force upon it strong enough to keep it. Mexico never will give up a tithe of the territory we want, and peace is, there- fore, out of the question. — ‘ tablish a military government in We must Mexico, sufficiently strong to guaranty the per- manence of the government of the different States, and that power we must sustain until cir- cumstances shall enable us to withdraw within our own line. The leniency with which we have treated the clergy of Mexico will, we fear, be thrown away; as yet it has made no favorable impression upon them, and the prospect is by no means flattering. That class have, no doubt, considerable anxiety relative to the fate of the capital, and they will, without doubt, exert all their influence to save it from the outside barbarians. All their influence willbe used to preserve the city; if that falls, there will be an end to all the probabilities of peace; the matter will then settle down into a long drawn out occupation of Mexican territory, and administration of Mexican laws, or Ameri- can laws toa Mexican people. Every thing de- pends upon the course of things before a demon- stration is made upon the capital, and if peace is made at all, it must be made before a hostile ar- my enters its gates. The moment we take possession of that city, the whole policy of our government will have to be changed; it must give up the mild, cenciliato- ry course it has so far pursued—it must abandon all defensive systems, and act entirely upon the offensive; in short, it must make the war weigh as heavily as possible upon all classes in Mexico —make it unpopular with the masses, and so in- crease the burdens of taxation as to make them cry out for peace, in any shape and upon any terms. ¥ There has been considerable comment re- cently, in some of the party papers, relative to the misunderstanding between Gen. Scott and Mr. Trist,and we regret tolsee a party complexion given to the affair, as it will give aid and comfort to the enemy, and create a bad feeling between the friends of the two individuals interested.— The position of one is inno way connected with the others—one is military, and the other cannot be anything but diplomatic, being represented by a civilian, a member of the State department. We trust the difficulty between these parties will not lead to any derangement of public affairs in that quarter. Cnrar Postace.—The friends of a uniform and cheap system'of postage;have always contend- ed that suc a system, if adopted, would sustain the department amply, and in a few years per- haps produce a surplus, after paying all expenses. This was uniformly opposed by Mr. Postmaster Cave Johngon. That functionary was obstinately of epinion that the experiment of cheap postage would never succeed; but happily for the interests of the public, he was overruled and wiser councils pre- vailed, It was not expected that charges of ten cents and five cents would immediately reim- burse the department, but it was urged that ina few years the correspondence of the country would increase so muchas to more than make an equivalent for the reduction from the old es- tablished prices. We are rejoiced to see evidences of this state of things every day. The last that came to our knowledge was in the case of the Rochester, N. Y., Post Office, the receipts of which, for the first quarter of the present year, are much larger— several hundred dollars—than they were for the corresponding part of last year. We insert a statement of the business of that office for the first quarter of the years 1846 and ’47:— Whole number of letters mailed Jume 80.1847. . .. see eee eee nes 71,316 Whole number qr. ending June 30, 1 2,873 Excess in favor of 1847 +. 8.743 This statement shows an increase, in three months, of $497 29 over the same period last year; or a difference of nearly two thousand dollars a year, in that office alone. We think Rochester is one of the best, if not the best, city in the Union for testing the operation of the new postage law, and we have no doubt that the second quarter of the present year will show a still greater increase. Mr. Cave Johnson made a great mistake in this, as he has in almost every other matter con- nected with the Post Office. We wonder what he will say when he sees this estimate. No doubt he will wipe his eyes and exclaim, as the old lady in New Hampshire did when her son jokingly informed her that her pet ewe had pro- duced a lamb with three tails, “Well, now, is it possible? La! only think!” Travet To Evrore—Tue Sawing Packers.— While public attention is occupied with ocean steam navigation, our lines of splendid sailing packets, which have for so longa time been the favorite and preferred means of travel by the people of every nation, are quietly but largely partaking of the general prosperity of the United States. The inducements offered by the sailing packets to families, or to those who cross only for pleasure, are many, and are worthy of some consideration. Notwith- standing the great numbers constantly crossing and recrossing in the various steamers now in operation, the packets still maintain a high posi- tion, and command as great a number of passen- gers as formerly. Steam dont affect the packets, but it increases the number of passen- gers. Many of the travelling community are impressed with the idea that the sailing packets are the best for a pleasure voyage. Among the number of packets leaving for Liv- erpool, during the present month, are the ships Roscius, John R. Skiddy, and the Fidelia, witha host of transient vessels, many of which are not inferiorto the packets. The Fidelia,which leaves on the 16th, and the Roscius, are particularly de- serving the attention of those intending to take a trip across the Atlantic. Apart from many ex- cellent accommodations, such as shower baths, &c., the Fidelia has an accompaniment in the person of her commander, that speaks highly in her favor. Indeed, all our packets were never better, and their commanders never more gen- tlemanly and experienced, than those now in service. ‘Tue Farr or THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE.—We are informed that the officers and members of the Insti tute are making every exertion to have the next exhibition the best that has ever taken place inthis city. It has always been the commendable aim of the Institute to have every successive exhibi- tion more brilliant than its predecessor, and in this we think it has succeeded. In addition to the exhibition in this city, there will be one in Boston/and one in Phila- ba oay i a ; he influence which this institution exerts in thiscountry is feltand acknowledged everywhere. From the most distant States and Territories, as well as from every place in our own region, manufacturers, Mechanics, horticulturists and farmers, send the best specimens of their talent and enterprise to the exhibitions of the Institute, and exert themselves to the utmost to carry off the palm and obtain medals. ‘The next exhibition of the Institute will be at the policy they have so perseveringly adhered to from the commencement. We must change our Castle Garden, on the first and second days of Qvtober next | drew made two or three vory heavy Barz or Packer Smrs.~-We see it noticed in the advertisements that the ships Roseius, Garrick, Sheridan, and Siddons are offered for sale. If not disposed of privately before the 20th inst., they are to be sold at auc- tion in the Merchants’ Exehange, on that day. This line of packets has been highly successful ; the ships are splendid. Theatricals. Bowery Tuxatae.—There is a glorious bill at the Bowery this evening. and the cast in each is excellent. ‘The first piece that will be performed will be the tragedy of “ Brutus, or The Fall of Tarquin,” in which Mr. Mar- shall will personate Lucius Junius Brutus, Mr. De Bar that of Arnus, and Mr. Bellamy that of Valerius, his first sppearance in this theatre. The cast is sufficient juaranty that this splendid , will be performed 2 an unexceptionable manner. ‘he comedy of * A ‘Tompkins Blue,” in which Mr. De Bar, Messrs. Jordan, Keane, ke. will appear, will be the second ‘and the concluding piece will be the ce, * We'll Not Say No, or, A G us jority.” These three 8 COUI- prise a which we ink offers a great of attrac- tion, and we expect to sve the Bowery very full on their representation. Castte Ganpen.—This theatre is doing @ very re- spectable business. Holland, Walcott, Miss Clarke and ‘Miss Phillips, appear in two pieces this evening; the bur- letta of “Stolen Matches,” and the vaudeville of ‘Love in all Corners.” The Misses Wells and La Petite Mary- anne will enliven the amusements by dancing the Ca- chucs, Pas Styrien and Highland Fling. Musical. Vauxnaxt continues its yocal and instrumental con- certs every evening, and the songs by Mr. Kavanagh are much admired, He hase bass voloe, his singing he gives a rich » emmy Camppent’s Erniorian Taovurx.—This company has boen very successful at New Haven. They will perform at Hi rd on Thursday and Friday a field on Saturday and Monday next.” be aie Hear Avexanpen.—This distingul Pb oe guished necromantic Sporting Intelligence. Centaxviniy Counse, L. 1.—Tnottina ve. Pacina.— Two mile heats, for a purse of $300. D Bryant entered g.m. Lady Suffolk, (trotter) she +0. go asileboyner ohoee.«, ep A. Conklin entered s. g. James K. Polk, ( to go to a wagon weighing 120 Ibs... dls. ‘Time—lst mile, 2.303¢; 2d mile, 2.8244—Total, 5.03, As was anticipated, there was a great attendance at the Centreville, yesterday, to witness the above affali probably five or six Lundred persons were present, the greater portion of whom took the turnpike, with their fast favorites, in preference to the railroad ; and many an interesting race wis witnessed by the cautious and observing wayfarer, between Bedford and the race course, The soado were good, having been put in fine order early in the day, by being rolled with » machine that firmly packed thu sand and mud, leaving them as smooth and even as the race track itself. The day was rather warm, but an invigorating and health-promoting breeze, blowing in fresh from the sew, dispelled all sultri- ness from the atmosphere, and us it wafted the sweet odors of the many lovely flowor gardens andnewly mown harvest fields through which it passed, impregnated the air around with s grateful and delicious fragrance. The track was in very fair condition, considering the heavy rain of the previous day; aud with the exception of a few muddy spots, indicated that fast time would be made. The appearance of the as they were brought on the track, gave evidence of the it care and skilful management of the respective ners. J. K. Polk has been in faetge of J. P. Scudder for some months back, while Lady Suffolk has been under the constant super- vision of her owner, D. Bryant. ere was not a large amount of betting on the affair, the friends of Suffolk asking 100 to 30—100 to 60 offered. Previous to the start, however, a little was done at 100 nee er} ouee Lod bag made, some that Lady folk would trot a heat in 5:02, but the major this kind of financiering was on 5:05. coe fee The judges being appointed, and the choice of place on the track drawn for, (Lady Suffolk winning the call,) oe » nage moved down to the draw gate to prepare for the First Hxat.—Thore were two failures before the word was given, caused by Lady Suffolk breaking up as she approached the stand, which appeared to fret Polk, and make him restive. At the third attempt they came upin & very even manner, and at a brisk rate, when the word “go” was given. On making the turn, Bryant commenced erin keeps the power that his lungs possessed: but whether he caused Polk to break, or it was occasioned by the horse striking and cutting him- self, was not ascertained ; probably it was both these causes combined which ted to the accident. Such a break has beon seldom witnessed ; it was about thirty seconds before he could be got to his pace again. At the time that Polk broke up Suffolk also met with # similar misfortune, and had barely re- covered from the first when she broke up @ se- cond time, but not like Polk, for she was at work again ina moment, while he had to be drawn up toa walk and started anow. The mare reached the quarter mile post in 37 seconds, at which time Polk had just been re- covered and got under headway. When Polk was at the quarter, Lady Suffolk was within eighty yards of the balf mile pole, which she passed in 1:15. Now, then, what was to be the issue? Could Polk possibly make this tremendous gap? Had he the power to stand suc! long brush as was necessary to overtake the mare? Albert Conklin, his driver, put himto the top of his spent, and such a flight bas not been witnessed since the time Oneida Chief went with Suffolk on the Beacon course. He dashed the half mile pole, and round the lower turn, as if propelled by some supe: natural power, During this time, Bryant kept the mare at * cus- tom work,” not knowing what the horse might do before the heat was out. She came up the stretch in gallant style, and passed the judge's stand in 2:303. Polk, as the mare swung round the turn, was at the mile distance stand, having made up nearly two hundred yards of the space between him and the Lady; but when he had reached the top of the ascent near the quarter pole, it was discovered that the mare was going as fast as he was, and that his chsoce of coming up with her was out of the question; and that if he could save himself from Spe agg pe it was as much as could be ex- pected of him. T’he mare had passed the quarter pole, ap- Spparently as fresh as at the start, in 3734, and was about mid way to the balf, when Polk reached the quarter, “What will be the result?’ “ Will she dis- tance him?” “ Twenty to ten she shuts him out”— “Twenty to five he's distanced,” were shouted by the tators in all directions. Lady Suffolk had the half mile post in 1.15%, and Bryant was urging his charge to the utmost to satisfy, not only those who had laid wagers on her time, but, if ible, to end thi with the heat; he had the game in his hand, and he was determined to winit. Coming up the home stretch Bry- ant lashed the mare soundly, hut the honest crea- ture along, endeavoring to make the ti possible, and she p: the stand in 2.32}, time of the heat 6.03, ge when the Lady crossed the score, being beaten about two hundred yards in the heat. ‘There will be more sport ut the above track to-day — First—a match for $500, mile heats, best in five, between two fine neg after which, there will bea purse contend- ed for by three well Known and often tried norses, ma- king up @ day's amusement worth witnessing by those fond of a trot. Tae Caicxet Marcu.—The cricket match betweon the North and South men of England, which was commeno- ed om Monday, came to a termination on Tuesday; the southern men not making sufficient on the second Bings to Ce their opponents to take the bat apa, ce and leaving them the victors by 10 ru: South, first innings. : culate Mi a Do. seconddo . seccvese 84 61 North, first innings. 101 on Monday. Tur Buwianp Matcu.—The billiard match of 500 points up. advertised to take place on Monday, at the Arcade Biliiard Saloon, 8} Barclay street, between Mr. Hyam, the Albany Poney, and Andrew Buist, drew to- gether & largo convourse of spectatcrs. The Albany ‘oney was prevented from attending, by some private business beyond his control, and Mr. Phalen, the pro- | Prietor of the saloon, took his place, and the match was played between him and Audrew.” Ji was admirably contested. The game was even at 300. Afterwards An- counts round the table, one of which was over sixty,and he won the match by 101 points. Mr. Phalen would have made a better gamo, but for the throug around the table. City Intelligence. Tue Lare Jony Fisnen, rue Comeviay.—A number of gentlemen, members of the stage, the press, and in- deed of almost every profession, collected yesterday afternoon at the corner of 25th street and the 7th ave- nue, to pay their last tribute of respect to the memory of one whose jons will bo long deeply regretted by the friends of the stage, and the patrons of “Old Drury” in particular— the late John Fisher. The service for the dead having been read by the Rev. Dr. Wainwright, ina most impressive manner, along line of mourners slowly wended their way tothe receptacle for the dead. There is vomething in following a popular actor to the tomb, more than usually affecting; for the mind will revert to the first heyday of our dramatic inspirations, when with vivid delight we listened to those tones which “ set the theatre in » roar,” but now are dumb for ever. We are here taught the vanity of all human pleasures. John Fisher was born at Brighton in England, on the 21st of October, 1798, in which fashionable tewn his father resided for several years, distinguished as a wit, « scholar, and @ gentleman. John was destined for the law, but as his predelictions strongly pointed to the stage, (doubtless being led thereto by the brilliant suc- cons of his infant sister, Clara),,his father allowed him to make a debit, and ‘under the guidance of “Old Chariton” at Bath, he entered the lists for public favor, as Stephen Harrowby in the “Poor Gentleman,” ‘and was ominently successful. Ho attorwards visited Cheltenham, Exeter, and other country towns, gain- ing experience and popularity, but little money, Here he played a complete round of characters, from high tragedy to the clown in pantomime. The star engagement of Clara Fisher, at the Park The- stro, im 1987, induced John to try his fortunes in the United States, and he s¢cordingly lande@ in this ofty in the month of September of that year. The comic bust ness at “ Old Drury’’ being engrossed by Hilson, Barnes and Piacide, John opened at the Bowery as Zekiel Homespln,in the “ Heir st Law,” and remained at that theatre, under the management of Charles Gilford, until it was burned down. At length, an opportunity offered for his appearance at the Park. The comedian (we believe Placide) who sustained the character of the Chevalier, in the opera of “ The National Guard,” being seized with a sudden indisposition, Fisher proffered his sérvices to study the part at a few hours’ notice, and played it to the entire satisfaction of the jience. Mr. Simpson was so pleased with his conduct, that he offered him an advantageous engagement, and John Fisher continued a member of the Park company up to the time of his death. His last appearance on the stage took place in April, as Prince Furibond, in “The Invisible Prince.” From the hour of his attack he never rallied, notwithstanding the able advice of his physician, Dr. Ludlow, who at once pronounced his case to be hopeless, John Fisher died on Monday night, at half-past twelve o'clock, without a struggle. His last moments were cheered by the presence of all the members of his family, except his brother Charles, who resides in Mo- bile. He was twice married, and has left a widow and two children. Mr. Fisher's admirable style of scting has been so often criticised in this paper, that further remarks would be deemed superfluous. He was a “ fel- low of infinite jost, of most excellent fancy. Where be your jibes now?—your flashes of merriment? Alas. poor Yorrick !”” Tue Svicior or Ma. Jonx D. Kusupoxn.—Mr. Coro- ner Walters was called yesterday to hold an inquest at No. 711 Broadway, on the body of Mr. John BD. Kleudgen, a native of Germany, aged 38 years, who committed suicide under the following ciroumstances. The deceased, it appears, has for some time past been carrying on an extensive business at No. 73 New street, but of late has exhibited a great depression of spirits, on account of the course which, as he alleged, some of his creditors were pursuing towards him. On Tuesday, as will be perceived by a reference to our police intelligence yesterday, he was arrested and held to bail on charges of paving obtained a large amount of money from various sources, by means of fraudulent representations. Yes- terday morning he looked over the Herald, and as itis supposed, read the notice relative to his own case; then went to the room of ja friend who had been at the house all night, inquired if he had seen tho paper, and on being asked what paper, replied the Herald; the friend of the deceased stated that he had not; where- upon the latter handed his friend a copy of yesterday morning’s paper, containing the notice of his own ar- rest in it, at the same time telling him to go down stairs and read it, and while his friend was engaged in perusing it, the roport ef a pistol was heard, and on going into his room, he was found lying on the floor, weltering in his blood, having shot himself in the right temple. Two large pistols, (rifle bore,) one of which was loaded, the other discharged, were near him, and from the position in which he was found, it is believed that the deceased stood in front of the looking glass at tho time he committed the rash act. Verdict—death by a pistol shot wound, inflicted by himself, while laboring under a temporary aberation of mind. ‘The sad fate of this unfortunate gentleman created a good deal of feeling in the city yesterdsy, and as an act of justice to his memory, we insert the following com- munication, received last evening, from N. Dane Elling- wood, Esq. To tne Epitor or tHe Hrrato— Sin—I bave read,in your paper of this morning, a1 account of the arrest of John D. Kleudgen, upon a charge of procuring money under false pretences from the firms of Charles Bonnaffé & Co., Messrs Sples, Crist & Co, and others; and asa public investigation of the truth or falsehood of these charges cannot now be had, by reason of the death of Mr. Kleudgen, I feel it due to the memory of the deceased, to his family, and to his numerous friends, both here and in Europe, not to permit a notice of the charges so made to go to the public, without a brief statement of the facts and circum- stances which led to them, and of which I became pos- sessed as counsel for the deceased. In 1845, Mr. Kleudgen was possessed of an ample capi- tal for all purposes connected with his business; besi that, he had the confidence of Mr. John Cabe, his bro- ther-in-law, who deposited in his hands the sum of $50,000, to be invested or disposed of as he might think fit. A series of commercial disasters, many of which proceeded from hazardous speculations, subsequently caused a total loss of his capital, together with the sum eo entrusted to him by his brother-in-la Tho precise time when Mr. Kleudgen first ascer tained that he was insolvent, I do not know; but from circumstances and facts that came under my ob- servation, I am led to believe that he was not assured ot the extent of his losses, until after he had drawn the bills in regard to which he has been clarged with the offence imputed to him. J will assign one of iy reasons for expressing this belief. Shortly after these bills were drawn, and before any news had been received of their Mr. Kleudgen refused to draw other bills; and in one case where he had drawn a bill for £1100 sterling, and the bill had from the broker's hands into the fon of the buyer, (who I am informed was Mr. elmont,) Mr. Kleudgen requested, and after much dif- ficulty procured a return of the bill. Such was Mr. Kleudgen’s credit, at this time, that his bills were eager- ly sought after. Spies, Crist &Co., as I am informed, applied to him for other bills, and from Mr. John W. Schmidt, (of the firm of Schmidt & Vagel.) I learned that his house had applied to Mr. Kleudgen for his bills to the amount of £: sterling; all which Mr. Kleudgen refused to draw. #f other instances were necessary, I could add them, ‘These refusals of Mr. Kleudgen to take advantage of his credit, occurred after the drawing of the bills in question, and after he had reason to Suppose, for the first time, that his bills might be dishonored. Sohe assured me, and | have no reason to doubt him. Besides, it would be difficult to assign any other reason for his conduct. If the knowledge of his solvency or insol- vency had been matter of no cansequence to Mr. Kleudgen, at the time he drew the bills in question, why did he hesitate afterwards? The facts that | have stated are known to several of the gentlemen who are named in the notice contained in your paper of to-day, and if! am in error, | can be corrected; as to the conclusion or Inference I have drawn, or other inferences which may be drawn from these facts, I leave to the public. I have but a few words to add,as it regards the charges ht against Mr. Kleudgen by Mr. Bonnaffé and Mr. Crist, and those are to say, that Mr. Kleudgen denied them in toto; and whether the charges so made be true or false, cannot now be tried here. | feel it my duty, however, to go one step further, and to add that I have known him for fifteen years and more, during which time I have acted as his counsel, and on this occasion I cheerfully attest to his high-minded, honorable charac- ter. Ido not think that either Mr Bonnaffé or Mr Crist will dissent-with me, that such had al: been the character of the deceased down to the month of May lant. both. for many years identified them- otenly in business but by the hearth- side, Mr. Kleudgen was. in appearance,more: atang by the ebaracter of the charges brought against him and by the relation which he had stood with his accusers, than by auy fear of the punishment which might be inflicted upon him for the alleged violation cf the law; to quote his own language used to Mr. David Graham, my aaso- ciate counsel, evening, when Mr. Graham assured him that he must be acquitted, that no jury could find him guilty; his reply was, that “a jury might acquit, but it could not restore to himhis lost reputation.” 1 remain, sir, respectfully yours, N. DANE ELLINGWOOD. Tur Cuinese Junx.—This odd looking craft with her odd looking crew, came up from quarantine yesterday morning. At about helf past 10 o'clock, people began to flock towards the Battery. and by 11 there was an array, which in point of reapectabilty amt! numbers, would fav- orably compare with any assemblage which we have seen during the present season at this favorite resort, unless Indeed we except the day of the President’s arrival Castle Garden was pritty well thronged, and all eyes were turned in the direction from whence the Junk might be expeoted to come, and finally sure enough she did make her 9p nce, & queer looking concern, re- aembling as much as any thing, an immense snail shell set upontedge, with three sticks stuck porpandiealatty through it. She was in tow of the steamboat D. C, Pell. and moved very heavily through the water. It was about 12 o'clock when she got up to the city. On ap- proaching the piace of her destination, she fired three d two of her crew made animm bearing all sorts of celestial hieroglyphics, and on dec and about ber sides were hung various implements ef {dolatrous rites and Chinese warfare. Sho is certainly & great curiosity, and none the less curious when it is re- membered that sho ta to the sight what was the favorite model of Shinese ship builders 20 centuries ago, for this model js the same as they used at that time. A junk of 1847, and a junk built one hundred years B. C.. ‘would, if they could be seen together, present about the same appearance. She may be seen by visitors this time forward until she leaves, and will be open for that purpose from 6 o’clock A. M. till 53% P.M. She has many curiosities on board, which may be seen as well anthe vessel itself, at twenty-five cents cach viniter. Tickets are to be had at the entrance to Castle Garden. Tur Weatnen.—The thermometer rose yesterday up to 90 degrees, about 3.0 olosk P.M. The wan sgree- ably fine, an: notwithstanding the extreme heat, nutn- bers flocked to the Battery about half-past 11 o'clock, to see the Chinese Junk, that was towed up to the off end of Castle Garden about this hour. “ a —A fire broke out about half past one o’cloc! yarn morning, at 16 Orange street.in thorear of the }remises, The fire did considerable damage, and was extinguished after much exertion by the fire companies. Supposed to be the work of an incendiary. Captain bye ‘and Assistant Captain Layden attended with platoon. The fire was soon extinguishod. . ‘Another fire occurred at No. 76 Third avenue, in the fectionary store occupied Wm. Brenell. It origi- nated accidentally from the ‘Chem sitadued to the pre. mises, It was promptly extinguished Damage trifling. "Another fire occurred at 206 Seventh strevt, yesterda morning, about one o'clock. Supposed to be the worl The fire waa quickly put out by aid jamago trifling. ‘au Orrice.—Many complaints ha Tue N. been made ip a wry doing business with the Naval Of- fice in the Custom House, of the disorderly and disre- manner and others are permitted to lounge the office.’ We saw yesterday some thirty per- tly without business, riding and lounging joh enclore the desks—some of them {n Yudicrous others reading, and some on the Sheer the view of the stranger @ perfect sleeping; presenting ment. ‘Hosritat, Staten Istanv.—Tho number of ch evcussedin the Hospital om Staten Island, di one week from the Sth tothe 12th instant, were aa fol- lows:—Remittent Fever, 9; Typhus Fever, 13; Small Pox, 1; other diseases, 3—in all 26. Remaining in Hos- pital, 709, Amnivat or Eaigrant Passencens.—The number ot emigrant passengers arrived at this port during Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, from foreign countries, amounted to 1213, Movemenrs oy tHe Boston Fine Comrany No.16— “ Tux Penxins.”—We stated, yesterday, that this com- ly creditable pany had been received in # manner to our spirited, energetic and hospitable firemen, and we gave a full and graphic description of their reception en route. At the Shakspeare the evening, where they were reosived by Engine Company No. 20, the: were treated with an sbundance of the rval substantials and delicacies of the season, which must have given the Bostonians idea of our markets, and and y company is commanded by Capt. Jobn Davis, Jr., one of the practical and energetio mecha- nics of the * Bay State,” and who has gained for himself and company ahigh popularity since his arrival. Many toasts and sentiments were drunk at the table. The foreman of company No. 20, gave at the dinner table the following: — Our guests from Boston—Their appearance this day gives ample proof that the Fire Department of Boston is entitled to high consideration, and we give thom, as ably representing that pela body, # thousand welcomes. Ye And it is to be hoy that the harmony now existing between the Fire Departments of Boston and New York ay never be disturbed, ‘To which Capt. Davis promptly replied, and gave as a sentiment, “The Firemen of New York—Guardians of a great and flourishing city ; thelr energy and bravery has beoo a matter of history. Their hospitable and generous wel- come to strangers is proverbial, By Bostonians the New York Firemen will ever be held in kindly remem- brance,”” Mr. Dennis Muwiins, of No, 20, New York, gave “The electric fluid, which, at first ‘sight, telegraphs the true fireman.” Mr. Josuua Jenxins gave “the health of Cornelius V. ‘Anderson, the able, prompt, and patriotic chief of the New York fire department.”” The toasts were numerous, but we regret to state that our space will not allow us te give them in full, Last night the band gavo his honor the Mayor, and the Chief Engineer of New York, # splendid serenade, which was duly appreciated. By invitation of Nos. 8 and 20, they were escorted by the lateer company to the engine house of No. 8, after which the latter company exhibited their ine, and gave them a very excellent specimen of their ability in working it, when the Bostonians were invited to test the capabilities of the pe, much to the gratification of all parties. After “limbering up" they retired to the house of No. 8, where they partook of » sumptuous re- past; after which they were escorted by No. 20 to their ead quarters, Shakspeare hotel,where, after supper. the companies retired to their dormitories in said hotel. ‘At? o'clock yesterday the company again, with their friends in this city, dined at their headquarters— the Shakspeare—when, as before, that cordial enthusi- asm that should at all times prevail between brother and brother of our glorious Union, had its full sway. ‘After dinner, the company, under the escort of No. 20, by invitation, proceeded to the Elysian Fields, at Hobo- ken, where they were entertained with characteristic Bespitatny, at McCarthy’s well-known establishment. = Flagg’s celebrated brass band, seventeen in number, including several of the most talented performers of Massachusetts, by their artistical ability and gentle- manly demeanor, have won troops ot friends in ail our principal cities, and have given a new impetus to the military music of New York. Our Boston friends re- main with us @ few days longer. We shall attend to them. ‘The Band, having resolved to give no concert whilst in the city, have determined to treat their friends toa gratuitous “blow out’ this evening, at the Shakspeare; and we are sure there will be a numvrous attendance of good music, Let all g ‘The company purpose returning to Boston on Friday afternoon, and we have no doubt that their exit will be attended by enthusiastic thousands. Tue Stave Case.—This mi was resumed - day morning. Mr. Hopper han: in a paper containing the several points upon which he relied for the release of the slaves. ‘The following is the substance of what the paper contained: First, that the treaty relied on by their opponents, gives Braxilian subjects no right to violate laws of the State of New York. Secondly, that it does not place foreigners in a better condition tl our own citizens. Thirdly—It has been decided in this State, that when @ citizen of the United States brings voluntarily into this State a slave, the slave is free, and may go where he likes. Fourthly, the consti- tution of the United States does not recognize slaves to be property, and therefore the word “property” found in the treaty between the Brarilian government and ours cannot be construed as including or meaning slaves: Mr. Purroy replied, and relied on the 12th and 31st arti- cles of the treaty. “The 12th article, he contended, guar- anteed to the subjects of Brazil, whether being transient or residing here permanently, carrying on trade, protec- tion for themselves and their property, and the full bene- fit of the laws, the same as to citizens of the United States; and by the 3ist article, the government of the United States were bound, and all judges, officers, &c., to assist in arresting and delivering up. all deserters from ships of war or merchantmen belonging to Brazil. He contended that, under this article. the two slaves, Da Costo and Da Rocha, could be considered in no other light than as deserters from a Brazilian merchautman. (8 aleo relied on the opinions of Chief Juatice Marshall and Judge Thompson, who both recognized, (however revolting), laves a8 property: and cited the cases of the Xminteut and Amidee, in which this question was regu- lariy brought before them and decided. Mr. Hopper re- joined, and relied principally on the case of Kirk, decided y Judge Edmonds in the Circuit Courts year ago. Af- ter the Capone | closed, Judge Daly took the peer and said he would give his decision this (Thursday) morning, and remanded the slaves as before. Horricvntunat Exnrsiriox.—The advertisement not- ing a change of time of the fair of the Agricultural ‘Association in this city, bas been for two or three days erroneously noticed. We reinsert the advertisement in our columns to-day in correct form, and would call the publio attention thereto asan institution deserving of merit, and trust that at the exhibition in September we may be able to see a greatly increased interest in their already beautiful shows of fruits and flowers, Portrait or Grn, Tayton.—Long & Brother, No, 32 Ann street, have published another edition of their ex- cellent portrait of General Taylor. There can be no doubt of its correctness, because it imcertified as a good likeness by a host of naval and military officers, We understand that several thousand copies have been dis- posed of. Cart. J. W. Zannisxin.—We understand that the re- mains of Capt. J. W. Zabriskie, of Col. Hardin’s - ment of Illinois volunteers, will arrive in this city morrow cr next day, en route to the family burial ground in Hackensack, New Jersey. Capt. Zabriskie lost his life on the battle field of Buena Vista. in ns in company with Cols. Clay, McKee and Hardin. trust suitable military honors will be paid to bis remains. Founn in tHe Water.—The coroner was called to hold an inquest upon the body of sn uuknown man, about five feet eight inches high. and dressed in a brown frock coat, with pookets in the sides, dark panta- loons, and boots nearly new. found floating in the East rivor.at the foot of Roosevelt street,yesterday. ‘The body had been in the water along time, and so much decom- pored ‘an to induce the jury to render a verdict that the eee came to his death in a manner unknown to them. Drav.—Abraham Anderson, who attempted to commit suicide on Saturday last by outting his throat with a razor, died yesterday from the effects of the wounds in- flicted on t occasion. Police Int ence. Embezzlement and Fraud.—Oflicer A. M. C. Smith,of the lower police, arrested yesterday a man by the nam of Daniel b. Wood, on a warrant issued by Justice Drink- er, wherein he stands charged with embezzling about $300, pee a to Nathaniel Kent, residing at No. 268 West street. It appears that the accused wasin the employ of Mr. Kent, for the purpose of selling lumber, since July 1844, up to June 1847, during which time he is charged with embessling at various times different amounts of money; and when making payments to Mr. Kent, charges were le in the’account book, hove | Mr. Kent with er sums than he actually received, and in this way it is said the accused endeavored to ac- count for the sums of money thus said to have been #m- bezaled. Justice Drinker held him to bail in the sum of $500 for bis ype at court. Arvest of Pickpockets—Two notorious pickpockets, known as Andrew Morrison and William Le a alias “Ceck-eyed Bill,’ commonly called “ Knucks,? were arrested yesterday on ® charge of attempting to pick the pocket of Mr. John Bellow, Jr., of New Orleans, at present ataying at the Franklin House. of a pocket book containing a promissory note for $754 62, and three other notes for $760 each. It appears these light-fin- gered chaps were at the corner of Maiden lane and South street, “sounding” the coat tail pocket of Mr Bellow. In this operation the rascals were * spotted” and watched by Mr. O’Sulliven, an ex-policeman of the first ward, who observed one of the opw- rators “sound” the coat tail, while the other covered his movements by spreading his coat tail out, in order to hide observation. Mr. B., however, moved on, and walked on the dock before they were to extract the book, followed by these two rascals ol ly, to seize an opportunity to finish their jol ip ths way they followed Mr. Bellow up Maiden lane to the corner of Wiiliam and Cedar streets, where Mr. O'Sullivan informed Mr. B. that these thieves were en. deavoring to steal his pocket book. The aid of officers Morris and olds, of the lst ward, was procured and the two tors taken into custody and conveyed before the Chief of Police, who locked them ‘up for trial. Robbery of Silver Spoons.—Some sneaking thief en- tered the dwelling house No. 333 Cherry street, oooupied by Mr Phineas Burger, day morning, and carried off from the basement 1 rer spoons; supposed to have been done by two boys. No arrest. Arrest of a Till “ Tapper.’—Officer M of the 11th ward, arrested a fellow called David L. Robinson, on a charge of breakit in the lumber office pea stealing pawn g 6. This job was done og bog ordinary way, by one of y? enqzoneiog tention of the person in the oh i. lng the price of lumber, Justice Timpson losked him up for ————— Dressing Cases.—It has been the object of the subscribers to render these cases as compact as sx seible, with outd ing the utuity of the articles co t ther; ey hay eet og travellers aid the public ine. The subscribers tee gt el a an Ba of the kind manufscts SUNDERS & SON, W7 Broadway. ————— Fine Cutlery. Subscribers’ assortment eee geen Ot aR nell, how & good ‘was everything that could be desired. This able bodied | \teman! @ tion of Py van the Wigs Pre: wand Mr. Friedrich Stake, a tone, following, — were - tribunal, and were ial in the Court of Besa a pass ge ticket at Co. iu this city, nad ei ° us im county, done "9 Pittsburg: Pa. on: @ sun exceeding the usual price id whereas tl , i clear y before the pubive te practice: mn ear a to Rei Gone me emigrants into the iuterior, and the retamer of je advocate to e of weveral interests of was, wy merel; accordance with the tiga of the“ Volksverein,” but was tmperaitvely "And whereas, by the efficient aid i off New York, rt of whom ere, meoutbore ot abe rt are not, Francis Bc Cutting, aq, was retained to aetaa tae if of the soci i the whole public the vy of New rancis B. forts to bring to ement of numerous Pass York and elsewhere, an espec sustained the cause of the 200 erefore— wate by th don thi ud whereas, it appears by the facts prot thi ha pesrage eangoe ef Brissh te: Co. have chute’ tor tas d traveportation of ressengers from here, by way of Phitade eabngg, more than the highest price which at the tia of nts Th question was cl arged by avy regular line for istance— su ‘And whereas, justice, prudence and common humanity make atthe duty of American citizens, and above all of American citizens of German birth, to take care by all legal meaus that ‘emigrauts who arrive on these shores—important as fo the settlement of the. interior, and wholly igaorant as are most of them of the English language and the true rela- ions of things in this country—shall find their way to the inte f not at less expense than others, at auy rate without be- ing subjected to exorbitant charges— finaly, the head of the passage agency of isch, who. has been acquitted o pffence in the act of a runner polite’ by him busivess, has prosecuted in the Superior Court, aon ¢ before named Messrs, Boeker, Giew A Francis B. d skill and ability carsied on a | y penis, expressed, id, That the German " Volksverein” gratefully re- cognise the zeal which respected President, Herm: Boeker, Esq., its Grst Vice-President, Mr. Geo. C. G Mr. Frederick Stanke member of its Board of ispinyed, in, the sarge case; and also, that d rman ' Volksverein” will assume the defence of these gentlemen, inthe suit which "Mr. Henry Brisch has brought ‘agaiust them in the Superior Court. x ‘ ‘Resolved, ‘That the German “Volksverein” will employ every means in its powerto secure the regular transportation of German emigrants into the terior at fixe: 3, shall be as Igw as possible, with suitable passage ing the amount prid, aud with all practicable assistarce at security in the conveyance of their baggage, as well as with sufficient guaranties against all exorbitant charges in counec- tign with their passage x ved, That all those of our fellow-citizens who love fair d are hereby called upon to lend active man “Volks- : @ the good of the German emigran's. iy Phat the foregoing resolutions be published both English, aud that attested copies of the same — to Messrs. Cutting, Boeker, Resolv rectors, Giessen an e quite amusing. in inverse ratio to the abuse they have been assailed. ‘The whole trouble is this, and the public seem fully to understand it, thxt to prevent fraud, this pen is for sale by J. G. Savage, 92 Fulton street, and no where else. Other Gold P 7 to $1 50. Improved jac ment know ne d’s Graduned Mog is confidently ree nu possessing advantages over every other fm which has yet been offered to the public. They tie highly recommended by many of the ft physicians Manufactured and sold b: D.C, MOOREHEAD, 182 Broadway. N. B—A few Magnetic Machines, of superior construction and very cheap. have just been received, and if desired, must be applied for immediately. -« Navigation of the Ohio River. Places. Time. State of River. July 146 P. M. There is nothing doing in the stock market. Thesales are hardly worth reporting, and prices remain without any materialalteration, Atthe first board, to-day, Penu. fives, Farmers’ Loan, Norwich and Worcester, Long Island, and Harlem, closed at yesterday’s prices. Morris Canal went up 44, and Readiug Railroad. We have seldom experienced, even at this season of the year, such an inactive market, and it would not be a bad move to adjourn the bourd of brokers for a week or two. At thesecond board prices generally fell off, with sales to some extent of Harlem. ‘There has been a moderate demand for sterling ex- change for this packet, at 6 # 6} por cent premium.— "There has been a full supply of bills in the market. In about two weeks the banks of this city and State make their next quarterly returns, previous to which we expect a slight contraction in the money market.— The banks of this State are very much expanded—as much so as they have been at any time within the past seven years; and. we have no doubt, they will reduce their line of loans somewhat, before they make an exbi- bit of their condition. The effect of this movement upon the money and stock market, will be but temporary, as the screws are usually loosened again, as soon as the re- turns have been made. ‘The receipts of the Norwich and Worcester Raiirosd Company for June, were $16,727 61, against $18 325 76 for the corresponding month last year, showing a de- crease this year of $1,698 14 for the month. ‘The aggre- gate receipts of the company for the first six months of 1847, were $106,807, against $107,637 for the correspons- ing six months in 1846, showing # decrease this your of $770 for the six months. . The Connecticut River Railroad Company have de- olared a dividend of $8 per share. The Delaware and Raritan Canal,and Camden and Amboy Railroad Company have declared a dividend of 6 per cent, payable on the 16th inst. ‘The third semi-annual payment of interest on the bonds of the State of [ilinois is now being made by the President of the Merchants’ Exchavge Bank, in Wall street. For the information of holders of bonds who have not presented them for payment. they are advised that the first payment amounts to $3 23, the second to $3 89, and the third (or present) to $7. These payments are made upon the coupons due the first Monday of January, 1842, of the $1000 boi.ds, and upon the cous pons due lst July, 1842, of the sterling bonds. ‘We annex our usual table of quotations for the prine ciple State and other stocks used for investment :— Paices or Stocxs in THE Jew Yorx Maaxer. z 1847. 1847, ¥ Rate. able. June i. = June2. July 4. United States 6 1962 107 10734 10h gall — a— = 6 i 105 9106 105; 106 al06s¢ . § i 9 97 — New York, 7 02 103 103 ° 6 1 106 010636 107 106} “Be Of 104 10136 1033604 a ‘ “ 5 100% 101” 100 alg # 5 100363101 bs 6 101 al01S¢ 100 bl 5 Loupgalot bg o% 98 a 9036 Ohio, 6 10 10L alOldg 9994.10 ud 6 1856-60 1005¢ 110056 10036: < 5 1850-56 3a — Kent teky é ae ious i on 0K Ws ald i a a a ‘J 5 92 0% Ba Be ao Uhwois, 4870 ee indians 7, Aa ad : é years ‘6 Alabama, 5 —— Peunavivania,s — ‘ennessee, 6 —— N, York City7 1857 . 7 1952 «ee en BkCom’e N.Y full N.Y. Life Ins & rast Co. ‘armers Loan & Trust Co. hio Life Ink. & Trust Co. Bank of U8. in B ersey It. Re Mohawk & iiud’n Unica & Schenect Syracuse & Utica Railroad, 120 Auburn & Syracuse Railpd 105 Ayn Se Ry, taware He don Canal, 18p 1 at a on a ine Raltood Meg Bas, 76 Tig OM Tge 7036 ‘There has been, within the past two weeks, a decline in the government and State securities, caused partially by the inactivity generally in the stock market, and par- tially by ramors of an unfavorable character relative to Mexican matters. We look upon these things as merely ofa tomporary nature, as there are #0 many ethers cal- eulated to inflate prices for a time, for all sound stocks, that a reaction must soon take place. The real wealth of the country has within the past year inoreased so rapidly, and the prosperity of all classes appears to be based upon such a healthy foundation, that we see no probability or even # possibility of there being any serious change. At all events, so long as we adhere to the financial policy we are now pursuing, #0 long will we be favored with an abundant supply of money (and a uniform value in the currency. All we want is to avoid those enormous fluctuations which have in former years created such tremendous revolutions in commercial af- fairs, and we are ina fair way of going slong smoothly and prosperoualy, at least for a time. ‘There has been an importation into this country, ae+ cording to Custom House returns, since the lst of Jane wary lust, of about twenty-five millions of dollars in «po» ole, and the arrivals of spesie in the country , in the pay |