The New York Herald Newspaper, April 18, 1848, Page 2

NEW YORK HERALD. North-West Corner of Fulton and Nassau ste, JAMES GORDON BENNETT, PROPRIETOR SEE AMUSEMENTS THIS EVENIN BOWERY THEATEE, BoweryFaa Diavoro—La | Guns. CHATHAM THEATRY, Chatham street—Box, Cox | axe Keox—rraanp—New York As It Is—Puxasant | Nriompo: | &) HALL, Broadway, near Broome—C: RELI ETMIOFIAN Singing, BURLESQUE rt Daw: e, & rANORAMA HALL, Broadway, near Howton streets Banvann’s PanoRaia of THE Mississirri. MELODEON, Bowery—Batian Srna) Muoreeca, ke. BROADWAY ODEON, Broadway—Promattom Sa: ruanr, &e, CONVENTION HALL. Woantée streot, near Bleccker— | Siviy Baormane—Eruiorun Snore, }» Vines BROOKLYN. BROOKLYN INSTI1 UT, Washington street—Sance | RanMonists—ETHIOPIAN Sinaina, ke. =eoeieteartis = ed Rew York, Tucsday, April 18, 1848. SS _ =—S ‘fhe Circulation of the Herald. April 16th, Sunday, . + 15,000 copies. | “ 17h, Monday . 18.768“ Aggregate iesue last weok. ... +++. 145,066 ** ‘Phe publication of the Hereld commenced yesterday at 26 minutes past 2 o’cloos, and finished at 5 mfhates past 7. 0 ig apis Aspect of Affairs on the American Contl- nent, In all the comments that have been made on the recent revolu'ionary movements in France and other parts of Europe, we have seen no allu- sion to the probable ultimate influence which they will exercise on the American continent, although a little consideration will show that it is highly probable that such influence will be very great. Canada, for a number of years past, has evineed a disposition to sever her leading- strings and take a station among the nations of the earth; and in the ordinary course of human occurrences, such a result would be achieved be- fore many years would have elapsed, even if no revolutions had broken out in Europe. Now, how- ever, when the whole of the old world isin a blaze —when Great Britain itself stands on the edge of a voleano, which may in a moment burst and envelope her whole fabric of government—when the greatest care and caution are necessary to preserve her own safety and integrity at home, Canada, it is not improbable, will take advantage of the crisis, and seek @ separate and distinct na- tionality. The times never have been more propitious for attempting such a change; and from the course of matters there for several years, it would not cause much surprise if within a year or two from the present time, the political tie between that country and England were severed. The radicals, or republican party, have a powerful numerical strength, and have returned to the home parlia- ment a majority of members of that creed. A great majority of the people in the lower province, especially the French, have always been hostile | to the mother country, and in Upper Canada a | strong party of republicans exist among the | lrieh settlers. The only persons there who have been or are friendly to the existing order of things, or disposed to favor a continuance of their colonial dependence, are the nume- rous officials and army and navy officers who have received grants of land from the go- vernment, and their relatives and friends, and the Scotch settlers) These are loyal, and will always remain so; but in point of numbers, their influence is far below that of the republicans, or radicals, who are now in the ascendancy, and who, on recent occasions, have openly threatened to seek alliance with their republican neighbors of the United States, In making an effort to seek her independence, Canada would have the sympathy and good will of the people of this country; but nothing more. If, afer accomplishing it, her people desired to be incorporated with the United States, we do not think their desire would be gratified. Our territory has increased fast enough for our pros- perity, and it would please our people more to see her a separate and independent republic, than to have her annexed to the United States Yet such a proposition would be received with favor by a portion of our people—by the people of the New England States, and by the aboli- tionists of the country at large. They would cling to itas a means of overcoming the influence of the South in our national councils; while the South would oppose it on precisely the same ground. Wethink it may be said that while Canacda would have the well wishes and sympa- thy of our people for the success of an attempt to be independent, they would not desire her to be annexed to the United States—not, at least, until a great many years shall have elapsed —or until her annexation would be necessary to preserve a proper equilibrium between the North aud the South, in the event of further Mexi- ean territory being added to our present limits. We shall watch the course of events in Canada with great interest, for the future, in the expecta- tion that the revolutions in Europe will exercise their nateral influence there, and ignite the in- flammable portion of her population, who, we have already shown, constitute the larger por- tion, Thus much for Canada; and from there the mind naturally turns to the British West India Islands, and also to Cuba. 4 In the former ‘of these, great dissatisfaction towards the mother country prevails, in conse- quence of the destruction of all kinds of busi- nese, by the measures adopted towards those colonies by the British Parliament. They are, however, mot as yet revolutionarily inclined; but Cuba is end has been for some time past; and cannot be expected to remain much longer subject to the embecile government of Spain, which draws an immense revenue from it, and draws it of its very life-blood A suceessful revolution there would be of more importance to the United States than one in Ca- nada; for Cuba, from her geographical position, could not stand alone, and would gludly seek an opportunity of being covered with the flag of this republic. It would be her interest, as much as it would be ours, to be ineorporated into this Union. From her exposed situation, she would be liable at any time to be made a conquest of by any of the great European powers—a contine gency which the United States, for its own saf ty, could not tolerate. As part of the Unite d States, she would be strengthened by the union, und we would secure the command of the Gulf of Mexico, which would be of the utmost impor- ‘ance tous. Indeed, the importance of securing at island is becoming greater and greater every day, as the improvements in ocean steam navi- | n progress, According to these views, therefore, it may be | considered as not beyond the bounds of probabi- | lity, that the revolutionary movements in Eu- | rope will exercise an important inflaence on the | Auieriena continent, and that a juture,a pew era, | vill ere long dawn upon Canada, Cuba, and, per- | heps, the British West India islands, which will | entangle us, more or less, with the old world.— | It behooves us to be prepared for any emergency | Hat might grow out of such a d to this end we should have a ui cfeam inarine, ex or cont gency | { unings; a preventing oerl00 On Our rgit sire to in #in ap jou different trom a dignifiv« y—ae lor of the mighty scenes tha re gow Uanspiring, aad which may occur with in afew years Tae Courr or Inquiry in Mrxico.~ On the | we of this day's paper will be found further | peed ngs of the Court of Inquiry in the case of Cenersi Pillow, whieh exceed thing of Kind HB! Be OCs ited for years | onward motion of the press | We pay Tar Cove or Procepurr—Its Opgrations. —The supplement to the code of procedure, be- ing already in foree, the courts at the City Hall | have presented unusual bustle and activity, with- in the last few daye—the members of the legal profession being more or less busied in watching its operations in the law courts. Several of the older members of the profession, having occasion to use their spectacles, and learn the new law, like the veriest tyro of the profession, cannot re- lish the change—and behind these are another class of the profession, who have been smuggled | into it under the old system, who cannot bear to be placed side by side with the younger members of the profession. Doubts are expressed as to the validity, the legality, of this temporary act— but it is now the Jaw, and must control, in as far as its provisions extend, the various causes in the law courts to which it is intended to apply— a law which has passed with all due solemnity, the Legislature at Albany. Cases which it is intended to govern, if conducted under the old | system, must necessarily involve the parties be- fore the courts in fresh difficulties—and no mat- ter what the opinions of the opponents of the act, once it becomes the law, it must be obeyed. It would not be difficult, before the high- er tribunals, to upset proceedings in the law courts, carried on in violation of the present act, and, therefore, in limine; the sooner the wisdom and experience of the profession is brought to bear upon the matter, the better. To the opponents of the new law, no matter what their objections, we would merely say, that if they consider the whole matter a “pill,” they must swallow it, at all hazards. Asa boon tothe people, whose eyes have been blinded and hood- winked by the former mystified course of practice, in pressing a suit at law, we have heard men of disinterested minds and intelligence declare that the new code isevery thing that could be desired. The passage of this temporary act, and its opera- tions up to the first day of July next, when the new law comes into full force, will enable the profession generally to drill themselves, and be- come acquainted with the new code of practice It is no easy matter to frame an act that will turn out perfection itself during its first introduction. A temporary act can easily be introduced to cure detects, if any there be; but the members ot the bar must earnestly lay themselves down to their work, and let us see how the machinery of the new code is likely to work. Ovr Revations wit Mrxico.—Mrv Sevier, our Commissioner to Mexico, is reported to have said in reply to enquiries of citizens of New Or- leans, as to the policy he intended to pursue, that he “* would write no long letters, nor endure pro- longed negotiations; and if he could not secure a peace speedily, he would at once assume a hos- tile position.” We do not think it likely that Mr. Sevier ever made such a silly speech. In the first place, on long subjects, requiring long explanations, he would be obliged to write long letters, if he per- formed his duty well. A great outcry is raised against long speeches, long letters, &c.; but a wise distinction is very necessary to be made on this point. Letters, speeches, &c., when ne- cessarily and fitly long, are not an evil; it is long nonsense, long verbiage, long speechitying about nothing, long letters with many words and few if any ideas,—these—these are the evil and the folly. A writing which does not do justice to the point which it handles, but leaves it half finished, is too short. One extreme is as bad as the other. Tue Treaty wit Mexteo.—By the last ac- counts from Mexico, we learn that Messrs. Se- vier and Clifford, the commissioners appointed by the administration to convey to that coun- try the treaty ot peace, as it was altered and mo- dified by the United States Senate, would soon | arrive there; and the probability is that a long | time will not elapse before we hear of that treaty being ratified by the Mexican Congress, and an order given for the withdrawal of our forces That it will be ratified, we think there is not much doubt; fer the recent revolutions in Eu- rope will upset all the hopes of the monarchical party receiving any aid from that quarter; and besides, the very nationality of Mexico hangs on the issue—to say nothing of the payment of the fifteen millions of dollars by the United States, in annual instalments of three millions— avery tempting consideration at any time to the Mexican leade Sa Santa Anwa.—This truly extraordinary man, it appears, has applied for permission to leave Mexico, and it is supposed his intention is to go to Havana or Jamaica. Assuredly, the one legged Napoleon of the West has led a checkered life. One time we see him fighting game cocks in Havana, after being dictator of his country— again we see him passing the blockade of Vera Cruz, with President Polk’s free pass in his vest pocket ; again he is at the head of the Mexican forces, fighting against our troops, and flying after a defeat, leaving behind him his wooden leg Again we find, him crest-fallen, with but few supporters, and at length expatriating him- self to Cuba, or somewhere else, to engage in hie favorite amusement of cock-fighting. We won- der what the next shuffle of the cards of his destiny will turn up. Mr. Cray’s Letrer.—A portion of the whig Press is out with a vengeance upon Mr. Olay for the letter in which he signifies his intention of consenting to run as the whig candidate. The democrats, on the other hand, hail his acceptance with apparent joy, as a sure omen of whig de- feat. We think they both may be mistaken, in supposing his election to be impossible. We repeat our beliet, which we have asserted on former occasions, that Mr. Clay has perh: better chance this time than he ever had. If the delegates of the Utica convention are turned out of the Baltimore convention, as it is exyected they will be, itis highly probable the democratic candidate will l6¥e the votes of New York, and that Mr. Clay will, in that case, if nominated, get them. Now, if he gets New York, there is an excellent chance of his elec- tion. Therefore, we repeat it, he never had so good achance; but “ there is many a slip,” Cuarce cr Forcgry anp Countgrrsitine against UncLe Sam.—One of the morning pa- pers yesterday contained the following astound- ‘ng intelligence, in an elaborate leader : “ There are no sovereigns of full weight to be had. Heaps of them have been coined in the American minte, and so reduced in value considerably.” Now, if the United States mints have been coining the Britisircoin of the British realm, and so (that is, in the act of coining,) reduced their real value, then, bayond dispute, the American miato, and, ergo, the American government, have been guilty of counterfeiting. This is really & serious charge made by our cotemporary, of | which the ever active British government will, no doubt, take immediate notice. We appre- hend there is some miatake; but if not, Uncle Sam must undoubtedly, if convicted, go to the penitentiary, and be placed in quod, as well as the correepondent of the Herald. Curar Postage. —Boston is wide awake, get- ing Up petitions for cheap postage ; they havea standing committee there, to wate over and carry out this important movemen Why do weslumber on this subject here in New York ? Ic is time to do something in this matter. The tax of three cents upon every newspaper, is a tax uponinformation, and a drag chain fastened on to the wheels of intelligence, to prevent the Away with jt, ‘TELEGRAPHIC INTELLIGENC?. Summ. The magnetic telegrayh last night placed us | in possession of late and important intelligence from Mexico. It was received at New Orleans | from Vera Cruz, on the 18th inst. It seems that the prospect of a prompt ratifica- tion of the treaty was not so bright as has been | heretofore represented. Indeed, the idea of its receiving the sanction of the Mexican Congress | is said to be scouted by the better portion of the population. News of the impeachment of Gen. Scott 1s also communicated. The court martial was still progressing, but none of its proceedings | are transmitted. The proceedings in Congress yesterday, were iateresting, in several particulars, to the people | of this vicinity. For a report of which, with | other matters, see the deepatches below. BIGHLYIiMPORTANT FROM MEXICO. Impeachment of General Scott. Ratification of the Treaty Doubted. The Arrest of Paredes, for an Attempted Revolution, &e. &e. &e. Aveusta, April 17, 1848. The overland exprees has arrived, bringing New Orleans dates to the 13th inst. The ship Christiana had arrived with advices from Vera Cruz to the 4th imst., and the steamer Washing- ton, which lett Vera Cruz on the 8d with dates from the Capital to the 30th ult. : This brings us four ety further proceedings of the Court Martial, which are, however, too voluminons to report. General Scott has been impeached, and the testimony of paymaster Burrows was being heard forthe aefence. _ It was the general opinion among Mexicans of the better class, that Congress would not dare ratify the treaty Lieutenant John Smith, of White’s com- pany of mounted men, deserted at Vera Cruz on the 30th, taking several men ulong with him, belonging to his company. He offered their services to Zenobia, the Gue- milla chief, who kept them prisoners, and sent word to Gol. Wilson, who sent after them They arrived at Vera Cruz well secured. The Free American was quite indignant. Since the Mexican authorities have been re- stored to power, Paredes attempted a revolution, and was reported to have been arrested by orders of the government Intelligence had been received, confirming the rumor of Santa Anna intending to leave Mexico, and adding that he had refused the steamer offered by Governor Wilson for his conveyance. Gen Scott was hourly expected at Vera Cruz, and the Court Martial had adjourned to the United States. Tre nunewey 5 ves 5G sutnret <A Seire ms ington..Mlore fests to made the Senate, d&o, dice ss Wasutneton, March 17, 1843. The vessel that started from Washington on Saturday night, with kidnapped or runaway slaves on board, to the number of at least fifty {rom this District—some say one hundred in all— has been captured in Chesapeake Bay. She is a schooner, and came round from nereey with a load of wood. Doubtless, the object of the trip was to carry the slaves in question to the North. The abolitionists may be sufely charged with the low corn st 51 ots. per 66 Ibs. Whiskey is dull; we quote bhds. at 21 and bbls. at 22 a 22)¢ cents. Burravo, April 17—Receipts —Flour, 4000 barrels, corn, 9000 bushels; wheat, 11,000 do The market for flour was dull; rales of 410 barrels were made ot $4 87: Corn was dull, with a downward tendency in prices. A lot of 4000 bushels, hot primo, was offered at 300, Pre- visions as before. Bostox, April 17—Flour—Tho market was dyll, and prices had a downward tendency. We notice sales of 650 barrels, including Genesee with Western brands, some mixed, at $6 3734 = $6 60. Corn—There wad & fair amount of business doing, and we noticed sales of 12,000 burhels at 610 @ 540 for white and yellow. I’ ye— Seles of 300 bush: re made at 8c. Onsts—Sales of 3000 bushels were made at 520. Sales of lead were re- orted at $4 1234. Provisions were quiet. Nothing new is freights. Shipping Ini je New Oncveans, April 11—Clid Arkansas, New York; Corsica, Baltumore; barks Appell Mandarin, do. EEE Marine Affairs. Launen or THe I, Z.—We yesterday had the pleasure of seeing a very pretty and somewhat novel launch from the yard of Messrs. Barclay & Townsend, Hoboken. The ship I. Z. of 796 tons burthen, belonging to Messrs. Zere- ga & Co., of this city,fully rigged, all the running rigging rove, anchors catted, and we were going to say, with every sail ready to unfurl to the breeze, left her ways from the above yard at flood tide, yesterday morni The hour appointed was 9 o’clock, but on account of the strong westerly, winds, which affected the tide, they were forced. much to the disappointment of some ladies, to let her off full half an hour earlier than was anticips. ted, She isa fine ship, well modelled, and is put toge- ther with strength, care and nestness. This, we believe, isthe fourth ship these skilful and enterprising young men have constructed since their debut upon the field of action. They are both scientific and, practical me- chanics, and have already given the highest evidences of their talent and ability in ship building. Sporting Intelligence, Cxntrevitte Counse, L.1.—The trotting yesterday afforded considerable delight to the spectators, the match being won by Stranger and the purse by Medoc, A report of both contests will be given to-morrow, the space allotted to the following imterest’ng race at New Orleans being as much as we pan spare to-day. Merainiz Jocxy Cius Racks —The Picayune states that the four mile day over this course on the 8th inst., was infinitely more interesting than any one supposed it would be, and the “ knowing ones’ were teken in to no ineonsiderabie amount by the result, as unlooked for as it was brillisat. The attendence was much better than on any of the previous days of the meoting, and the course was in much better one although rigid and inelastic. The day was most beautiful—as balmy and spring like as any one could bly di The race, as it is well known, was for club pi of $700, entrance added, four mile heats, with an insi take of $3000 to $1500 on Revenue against Charmer, the two nags entered for the r ace. Revenue having distinguished himself by previous performances, and little confidence being plsced inthe capabilities of Charmer in a four mile race, the odds were greatly in favor of Revenue. In the city, prior to the raoe, it was even thought that Charmer would not stert,and money was staked on this opinion. Most ex- travagant odds were offered in favor of Revenue, and in many instances went « begging, both in the city and on the course, prior to the first heat; two, three, four, five, and even six to one, were offered in hundreds, and not taken up too ly at that—Both horses were in 004 condition w en brought out; bat while all looked confidently upon Revenue, Charmer’s friends experi- enced the most unplesant doubts. The result, as unlook- ed fo it was grateful to her backers,will show how the fondest expectations often fail to be realised, and how the knowing one are sometimes deceived. Before the first heat was rua the judges announced that Charmer had paid forfeit on the inside stake. and would only ruo for the purse. This tended to shake what little confidence the backers of Charmer had in her, and they were almost wiiling to give up the stakes to be let off. At the tap of the dram both negs got off, Charmer having the track; but round the first turn Re- Yenue crossed her path, and led through thi From this time out Charmer showed her ing Revenue caught the persuaders lash several transaction. The schooner, under a good breeze, had got into Chesapeake Bay, one hundred and fifty miles below this city, when captured by a steamer from Baltimore, several others having been sent after her, on receipt of telegraphic ad- vices from this city. _ fi ‘ Citizen Pageot’s furniture sells at high prices. It is said that Gen_ Pillow’s nomination will not be sent into the Senate after the develope- ments in Mexico. 4 Nothing has been done in the case of Mr Nugent to-day. We understand the Sergean Arms of the Senate has hiseye upon another victim, and that Watson Webb will also be sent tor, the treaty having appeared in his paper as an orignal document. THIRSIETH CONGRESS, FIRST SKS JION. Senate. Wasuinaton, April 17, 184. The Senate convened at the usual hour, and was called to order by the Vice President. Prayer was then offered = by the Chaplain. Numerous memopials and petitions were presented and referred. WHITNRY’S RAILROAD TO THE PACIFIC. Mr. AuLen presented the resolations adopted by the Legislature of the State of Ohio, in favor of adopting whit oe the Pacific, which were ordered nt JURISDIGTION OVER THE SABINE RIVER, Mr. Rusx,of Texas, presented the resolutions from the Legislature of that State, respecting the jurisdiction over the Sabine river, which were duly received and or- dered to be printed. THE CAMDEN AND AMBOY RAILROAD MONOPOLY A petition was then presented by Mr. C Pennsylvanie, from the citizens of Philadelphia, praying for the establishment of s post route between that city and New York, #0 as to do away with the monopoly of the Camden and Amboy Railroad, which was referred to the Committee on the Post Office. THE SOUTH AMERICAN TRADE. Mr. Jounson, of Maryland, presented a petition, sign- ed by Mr. Birc! |, ® merchant of Rio Jansiro, and others, praying for the establishment of a reciprocal sys- tem of trade, which was duly received and referred to the Committee on Commeroe. Sundry private bills wore then. tak a read were jon Up and rea twice. Sn motion, the Senate Jaid aside the morning business, and proceeded to the consideration of the order of the day, THE CALIFORNIA CLAIM BILL. Which, after some discussion was re-committed to the military committee, without instructions. PREME COURT BILL. bill was then taken up, when , of Mi |, Tose and proceeded to Oppose its passage, in a few general remarks. When he had conelud Mr. pert chy asad took the floor, and in a brief ma: ner as unnecessary and improper. He ir. Carrtenpen, of Kentucky, who supported the bill with his usual ability. m me Mr, perk = ith Ceerterg ok ben the floor, sud advooa measure in @ few rapid remarks When he had concluded, is Mr. Foore, of Mississppi, rose, ‘and proceeded to ad. dress the Senate in a ei ozerdica. Mr. Jourson, of Maryland, has the floor on this sub- or: ject for te. TOW. On motion, the Senate adjourned. House of resentatives. ‘The House assembled at the usual hour, when Speaker Wintnaor took the obsir and called to order Prayer was then made by the Rev. Mr. Gurley, the Chaplain. CORRESPONDENCE BETWEEN GEN. ECOTT AND THE WAR The Journals were read and approved; when, after th e nd a} + en, after the transactions of routine business; Mr. Cuineman, of North Carolina, the raler, in order tha! moved to suspend might offor a rerolution call- ing on the President for a copy of all the correspoxdence between Gen. Winfield Scott and the War Department, which was adopte FRENCH IMPORTATIONS, Mr, Cnas. J. Inaensout, of Pennsylvania, offered a re- solation instructing the Committee on Ways and Means to inquire of the Bocretary of the Treasury rerpecting the alteration of duties on certain French importations itting the industry of the French. inton, of Obio, offered an amendment to it, in- the committee to inquire ea to what alteration Was neceseary in the tariff of 1846 for increasing reve- nue, which was warmly discused by Mr. Isasc E Holmes, of South Carolina, and Mr. Charies Hudson, of Marsachusetts. Mr. Barty moved to lay the subject on the table, which was taken by tellers, avd decided in the aM™rma- tive. Yeas 99; nay: ENQUIRY RE! Mr, Botts, of Virginia, moved to suspend the rules, in order that be might offers resolution inquiring of the President whether Gen. Soott had been suspended. and 3, = was taken by yeas and nays, and decided in Degative. After the transaction of some other unimportant busi- ness, the House adjourned. Markets. New Onxeans, April 11.—Cotton quiet; 4000 bales strietly middling fine, 7}¢ a 6%. Sugar—Fair at 34 ® 35%. Molasses, 193g. Flour heavy. Freights—A British ship taken for Liverpool at 9-16. Exchange limited. Baxtimone, April 17, 1843.- There are more soliers than buyers of flour this moraing, at $5 81 for Howurd street. City millers are holding at $6 12, without sales. Corn meal $2 26 to $2 44. A ealo of extra white family whest at $1 69; redat$132to $1 35. Sales of white corm at 41 and yellow at 460. Oats, 80 to 33 cts ~Whin: key in Dbis 23349. Sales beef cattle at $4, and hogs at $5 50 per 100 ibe. The eaiee of provisions are only for the supply of the trade de» and. Puiapenrmta, April 17, 1648.—The flour market con- tinues qi sud the only tale reported for export is if TO GENERAL scort. times, coming down the home stretch. The shouts that rent the air as Charmer took the heat were most enthu- siastic, and the backers of the horse looked either very blank or very much bothered. The time was 8.25. The friends of Charmer rallied under this state of things, and the odds were not quite so long as before the eat Both nags peeled for the second heat ia good order, mea some pretended to say that Revenue was sweat- 1g 800 freely. A pretty start waa made for the second heat, and ‘at once took the | and kept it through the » restoring the confidence of his backers and causing renewed offers at hy in his favor. Io the second mile, howe paront that the filly was only biding her time and treiling him, for she layed immediately behind him and would occasionally euffer him to oven a slight gap, but fillitup with ease. As ae came out from the second and third mile, ‘t was evident that the filly was well in hand and not near at top of b and upon entering the second quarter cf ti e flipped by him and took the jead herself. Round the turn, upon the commencement of the home stretch, Revenue exerted himself for a effort, and the most iutense e; ment prevailed among the spectators, till at last odds were offered in favor of the filly As they meared the draw-gate, the heels of Revenue’s jockey and his whip hand were perceived to be in active operation, while the filly did not cateh “a lick,” but sped slong in beautiful style, and took the heat in the most delightful manuer, amidst shouts of ac- ciamation, in 8:3.3¢. The result could hardly be realized, so perfectly unexpected was it to all present—but that Charmer was the victor was = most undeniable fact. The race admitted of but little description, aud a sum- ill tell the story in the fewest possible words ay, April 8.—Jockey Club Pi $700—En- cent. ad“ed—four milo heats. Also the wreat inside stake botween Revenue aud Charmer for $4.600—Revenue staking $3,000 to $1,500 against Charmer. Wm. N Roger’ me Chi ool by Glencoe, out of % Betsey Malor IDS. esses T. B. Poindext . h. Revenue, by ies Trastee, out of Rosalie Sommers, by Sir Charles-~4y. 0. —100 Ibs. te eeeeee Timo, 8: a2 City Inteliigen —Lhe weather yesterday was that of jan rose most beautifully from s and the west wind blew gently, which made the day delightful. The day closed and’ most beautiful night followed. The pale beams of the moon, PH cedrer upon the ri and ail nature was wrapt in Je F Pleassut musings, at the beauties of ening —A fire broke rf bee ae at No. 77 Chatham street, which was extinguished with trifling dsmege. little boy, named John Mul id gon of Mr. Mul ecidently run over by yesterday morning, in Broad and ver: poe ap though it is supposea not fatally hurt. He was on his way to school, and in crossing the street, was knooked down by ot the Ninth street lit stages, the wheels of which passed over his legs. He was immediately taken to the Chiet’s office, when it was discovered that bis legs w: very much ‘bruised, though no bones were broken, and hia head was somewhat injured. He was afterwards taken to the City Hospital. Soon after ths accident, two gentlemen who witnessed it, called Ju! the office of the 8, aged , of the 14th ward po- itege, about 9 o'clock near Warren street, the horses attached to one Chief of Removat or tae Orxrnan Cui 5 to whom was assigned id duty of removit i he orphan children from Black: sland, to the new nursery scene y. T of Pike street about & ther with all the bedding, &c., of the establishm en, which being ssfely isnded, and comfortably pro- vided for, the boat returned for the remainder. About ten o’olock, the boat Isnded agsin, with about eight hun- dred ohildren on board, and the buildings being somo distanoe from the water, the hamane city fathers, Al- dermen Smith, Crolius, Kelly, and Adams,ench shoul. dered a baby, and merchod off to the nursery. They remained until about four o’clock, when the fact wan snpounced that the board would meet in the evening; they nil made tracks for the city, determined to have a obence at the tea table with their fellow members. There are ten buildings in this now arrangement, ond very comfort and convenience requisite for such an es- ‘ishment are to be found, and ali handsomely furnish- There are se hospital and sebeol houses, end ery care is taken in the proper eduoation of the obil- dren With proper mansgement, it will certainly prove ‘one of the most perfect institutions of the kind in this country. St. Gronar’s Society.—We are informed that the nixty-second anniversary of this socisty will occur on xt, and that it will be celebrated next Mon- hen the members will go in procession to Trinity church, and attend divine serivice. After service, the Rev. J. M. Wainwrig! of the Chaplains of the no- ciety, will deliver an ss, anda collection in aid of the charitable fand of that inetitation will betaken up. Tue tate Cate or Muneen —Coroner Walters was called yesterday to hold an inquest upon the body of Patrick Congan, tive of Ireland, aged 36 yearn, whose ‘ily noticed in the Herald yester- lence adduced before the Coroner, it sed was atending at his door, ning. a dog fight took place, Uy 1 between some young men who were present at the time. The deceased, in order to put an end to the fracas, made an attempt to separate the dogs, when one of the party engaged in the row, pamed Jacob fleur, vlias Datoh Jal brandishing it for 4 fow seconds, struck the deceased a biow on the head with it while t ter wae standing at bis door attempting to prevent the udmission of the as nt. ‘Tbe deceased lived only about two houre after eurrense, The Jory rendered # verdict that the came to bis d or blows inflicted tT, otherwise kn # Dutch Jake; whereupon the Coroner issued his warrent for the apprehension of the accused. lot of 300 bbis. Virginia at $6 124 por bbl. Mederate tales for olty consumption at former rates, Rye flour is |. steady ot $4 0734 and corn meal at $9 87K par bbl, | Grala--1h00 bushela wheat gold ot $1 94 a 1 96 for red 96 91 19.091 © for white and mixed, Males ef yalr Stove Deate —The Coroner held ano! hor inquest at the place on the body ot Terrence Rafferty, also Dative of Ireland, aged 40 years, who, 0 the Jur, paanelied in the former case were tan: Ment, eatered the house, sat down, om imme. diately afterwards expired. Wow eriahug from long sootinred Ivrguticencr rrom Cusa.—By the bark He- ela, Capt. Hoyt, from Matanzas, we are in re. ceipt of files of £l Diariodela Marina to the Istinst. Later news tham this has been re- ceived; but we extract some items that have not as yet been given The Diario publishes in full a Spanish transla- tion of the treaty with Mexico, taken from the New York Herald. The only remark it makes upon it is, that it is difficult to foresee what the course of the Mexican government regarding it willbe. “It is possible,” says the Havana edi- tor, “that a quorum cannot be assembled to give alegalanewer to it, or that Congress, it con- vened, will disperse as soon as they have heard itread.” Various departments have already. clared against any cession of territory, and itis even said that General Santa Anna has given up his intention of exiling himself, and that he has succeeded in organising a considerable party; who are resolved to oppose, with force of arms, any treaties which may involve a cession of ter- ritory. % Somme ot the details of the French revolution are givenin the Havana papers; no comments, however, are made upon it. Dates trom Valparaiso to the 29th January had been received at Havana; they have been anti- cipated here, however, as we some time since, in the Herald, gave the news from that part of the world to the 12th February. It being the season of lent, the theatres and other places of amusement were closed in Ha- vana. The only item of musical news that we see is that the Sociedad Habanera were about to give Noronha, the Portuguese violinist, a bene- fit concert secre : ‘The news from the interior of Cuba 1s devoid of interest. The Fine Arts, Count D’Onsay’s Equestaian Statue oy THE QuEAN or Enctanp.—This beautiful work of art is now exhibit- img at Gothio Hall. We have seon it, and can say from our own perssnal recollections, that it is the best resem- blence of the Queen we have ever seen. Count D’Or- say's portraits are sald by good judges to be equal to the portraits of the famous Vandyke. This is great praise, ‘but werbelieve it is not exaggerated. Theatricai and Musical. Iravtan Orexa Housx.—Considering that there wil) be ne other performance duriug this week, the atten- dance last evening was very s]jm, when the house should have been crowded. Verdi’s grand opera of “ Nabuco”’ ould not have been better performed; all the artists played with energy, and were in excellent voice. Signo- tina Truff, deservedly a favorite, was cheered in eve- ry scene, while she poured forth iu thrilling harmony 8 succession of the sweetest and most delightful cadences ; ber blsnding of half tones und execution of chromatic scales were surpaMingly beautiful, and were rendered with the greatest musical precision. Signorina Patti was equally conspicuous, although there ia not much op- portunity for display in the oheracter of Phenens. \e- Veuteno was admirable co with great force, while he gave evidence of conception of th epee’ sys gesticulation, tones so round and sweet that he called forth the una- nimous plaudits of the audience. Signor Rosi, as Zacha- Tiab, was excellent ; he possesses a fine baritone, which 18 managed with great musical ability. The ‘choruse: were rendered with great harmony, and the entire pi passed off with great eclat b autiful piece, either as regards its scenic effect, or high character of Verdi’s music. It possesses many beautiful gems, and it lost nothing in representation while in the hands of the charming Truffi, whose melodi ous notes and scientific execution have won for her last- ing fame. We would suggest the introduction of ’s music when they next a the some of Rossini or Bellini’ op*n, &s 2 too frequent repetition of old pieces will not prove profitable to the management. Bowery Tuxatre —Auber’s opera of “Fra Diavolo” was performed last night, before a large and fashionable audience. The Bowory is decidedly improved by the yate alterations in the arrangement of the boxes; the light colors in which the walls are painted, the hand- come manner ia which the fronts of the boxes are adorn- ed, and the fine light which is shed all over the house by the gas lights, (the gas, we believe, is made in the thea- New York Gas Company deserves no credit of it,) and an audience ruch it evening, all combined to make look admirable. Besides all this, the performanc the stage were most capital. Every one knows the story of Fra Dievolo, that prince of Italian brigands; well acted Mr. Gardner, who sung the music with precision and taste. Conus, as Giacomo, was admira- ble—it i ited to bis style of performing. Without meaning anything personal towards Mr. 8., we must say he makes s most capital cut-throat on the stage; his pantomime, by-play, &2. is all inimitable, and his rich base voiee chimes i: finely in the concerted pieces, Sauer, as Beppo, was very good—he is quite an addition to the Seguin troupe. Mrs Seguin, as Zerlina, did as she always does, that is, excellemtly—her scene and cavatina of * ’Tis to. morrow,” was most enthusiasti- cally Caiterrseg Miss Lichenstein, as the susceptible Lady Alicash, and Andrews, as the wortby lord himself, were very eee, The cheruses, scevery, &3. were well mana, and reflect much credit on the stage di- rector. ‘Tue grand ballet of “La Giseli ith Mise Turobull as tue fairy, concluded the eve: amuse- ments. To-night, the same bill is to be repeated. CuatuamM Tuearae.—Never, upon aby occasion, did this popular theatre preseat such a scene as on last iDg, in consequence pf the vast crowds that flocked forward to witness the performance of the new lcoal extravaganza, entitled “New York as it is.” In the early part of th rening, every available place of ac- commodation within the theatre was crowded toe long before the commencement of the evening’s tainment The ‘Brigand,” which preceded the new and attractive piece, was being performed, when the crowd became so great thut those who were in the front seats in the pit were forced to take refage, for a time, in it part of the theatie allotted for the orchestra. The shouting and confusion here became almost alarming, snd no sooner had those who fied there been seate! down, when another rush from behind caused them to start on the stage, over the gas lights, and the play was stopped. wave ufter uuccseded, and perhaps a more graphic illustration of not be given with beiter effect. The front of the stage was here immediately filed up, with a motley group, consisting of honest looking Jobn Tars, anda fair eprink- ling of the b’aoys. A humorous looking customer, in the midst of the scene, came forward, and cried out “Who killed Cock Robin?” which caured a vocife- rous rosr of laughter and shouting, from ali quar- ters of the house. Many olimbed up to the stage boxes, and all reemed bent on a genuine frolic The Poet and cfilcers connectsd with the theatre were rondéred powerless. In the meantime, the outside part of the theatre, in Chatham street, presented a scens of equal confusion. Immense groups were outside, endea- voring to force their way in—while numbers from with- in, unable to find accommodation, rushed towards the door; and here there wasa perfect jam for over liaif an hour ; some rushing in and others rushiog out. It was hereupon announced, by one of any, that the money paid by those wno were wu ‘to find accommo- dation, Would be returned to them at the door; and of the house made con- made their way to the box keeper’s office and doors, and were paid back their money. The police and attaches of the theatre here- upon commenced to clear the iront of the stage, amid the most deafening c! a the young “bihoys” were to be in springit forward on the heads of their different groups of fri whem they soon joined in the pit, ami ter. The Rumorous character who called bio,” again made his appearanee, which was the signal for s fresh storm of cheering and laughter. After much delay, all was tranquil as the “ unruffied surface of the ocean in calm,” and never did a scene of this kind pase off with better humcr. We did not learn of a single socident. On enquiry in the proper quarter, it was stated that between those who had leit the theatre and thoee who were unable to get acoommodation or make their way in,over one thousand must bave left. The interior of the theatre was jam full when the perform- ance was continued ‘The mew local extravaganss was beroupon performed, giving a graphic picture of lite in New York We shali take occasion t» give some of its inset points; but for the present shall content eur- with commending it as one of tye best pieces of ind thet has been got out in this theatre for a long time past. It will have a decidediy long run. Cuatsty’s Minstrecs.—Te-night and to-morrow night will be the last opportunity this month for hearing these chaiming wiostrels. T'ney stop their concerts the hall im which they sing is required for vther pur- yoses by the Mechanics’ Institute. On the let May, wever, they will move in sgaim and commence s new series of thelr enterteioments, On ‘Thureday, Friday, and Saturday, they will perform in Brooklyn. Bnoapway Ovgon.—The animated pictures continue the great attraction at this place. Mexopron —At $his neat place of omusem: numbers of he ch Oe gr pba mae people are It is conducted ery genteel princip! pleasant evening a playing ® shor To-night they perform at th: from thelr weil khown tal will undoubtedly have lar; Institute, and popuirity ese rons of harmony are going Convention Hall, end from the looks of ecme as if they were gol fo @ very i ‘They are capital sin; , and those who go to hear them will be much pleased. To-night the performances are for the benefit of S$. J. Turpin. Sante Baornens.—This company of negro minstrels have been very euceessful at Paterton. Tveir coacerta were every evening crowded, and they have been re- quested to return there in» short time Baawer Wittiams.—This celebrated comedion in very sucorseful in bis delineation of Irish character, at tho Adelphi Theatre, Washivgton. Farner Matnew Bann.-Thirteon young men, por sensing qrost musical talent, arrived in this country rome time prince, from Dublin, where they were knowa as the Father Machew Band, Tey ere said to be 6x- cellent musicians. carn @ perfect matter of two or three come here with # view of «band woder this head, and ort tite, @ series of ontertwin- will embrace the most ettractive ing thomerlves intend to give, io m m * are fifty “tour age On urday, porte, Commence of osron.—Th OF this number ninetern wore fer jew York aa it is” could ,| Boamp or Accum Franklin, President. motioa Preceding meetings read and red. Inettation —The Preaidsnt a an invitation {com the Superiatendent of the Bliad Instite te, with the ladies of the geatlemen of the Board, to attend the anni- versary of the Institute, on Thursday evening next, at 7 o'clo“K Accepted, Remonstrance of sundry persons against allowing the use of the bresk-water at the Buttery, to the Commis- sioners of Emigration. Referre:! Piers —R-port favorabie to leasing the pler at the foot of Dey street for a term of tures years to Isaac Newton. Adopted. Also in favor of ex\suiling the pier at the foot ‘of Chambers and leasicg the seine to James Roy- Also in favor of ieasing th street to Thomas Powell & fortwo years, at an an- nuslrent of $2200. Adepted. Also, in favor of con- structing a pier at the foot of Jefferson street, and ad- Yelng the Commissioner of Streets to contract with Jo- sian Mason for the construction of the same forthwith Adopted Streets —Report adverse to the extension of Sixth avenue, on the ground of the inexpedienvy of such a work, without having first advertised for objections, Adopted, and the committee dis¢harged. Also, in favor of widening and extending Stone strest, and regulating and paving the same, Adopted. Erion Resolution faverable to the immediate placing of « hydrant in Fulton market. Adopted Removal. Resolution by Aldermin Dod, favorablo to removing Charles Oakley from the offtce of Superin- tondent of streets. Ald. Kexty moved a reference. Ald Dop preased the resolution on the ground that that officer failed in the discharge of his duties On motion, the resolution was referred to a special siete composed of Aldermen Dod, Spefford and faynard, ‘olice Clerks —The following persons were then ap- Pointed clerks for the police courts: James H. We Sidusy H. Stuart, James M. Murray, John Lalor, George and William H. Davidson t Justices and Clerks —The name of Isaac B. jar was then proposed, whe: \derman Tappan lo insert the came ef Joseph R Taylor instead. The motion was lost. ‘The previous motion was carried. Thomas M. Peers, William E. Smith, A. Seaman, Ed- ward McPherson and Jehn Waite, were then appointed. The Board then took a recess of forty minut AFTER RECESS Commission-rs of Deeds.—T'he Board then proceeded te the sppolutment of one hundred and fifty persons for the office of Commissioners ot Deeds Alderman Purser called for the reading of the law under which the former appointments were made, and the time for which they were made. He thought there should be @ perfect understanding before taking such an important step. Ald. Lawnance stated that the law first specified one hundred, but am addition was subsequently made. Ald Punsen wished to know ii the term for which the Present incumbents were appointed had expiced. Ald. McEnnara rose, and read several passages of the howing the right of the Common Council to make the appointments. The number spscitied by the former law was one hundred and fifty for the city and county of New York, and there was ne diffloulty about the mat- . ter. Ald. Purser did not think the matter should be press- ed eee without @ due consideration of the matter; end he did not think the thoughts of any member of the Board should bave any weight while they were act- ing wader the statu: Ald Kevuy said there were now one hundred and fifty in the office, and they had prepared one hundred and fifty Others to fill their places. Ald Mxssenote eaid he would wash his hands of the affair, and as to the victors belong the spoils, he would let the responsibility rest upon the heads of the msjori- ty of the Board i Ald. Cro.ius then called for the reading of the reso- lution. Ald. Marwanp said that as the gentleman from the fourth ward did not wish any of the responsibility 0; the feoacerines in this case, he would, for the sake of re- jeving him, move the previous question. The follo preamble and resolution were then of- ‘arser : legislature having adopted a law trane- wer of appointing Commissioners of Deeds jor to the Common Counol: ry business interests of the community—that they be distributed among the several wards, in proportion to the representative population of each. The preamble and rerolution were lost. Ald. Purser then rose end said that the resolution had not been josty voted down, and he hoped such a pro- ceeding would rot be tolerated. If the political com- plexion of the Common Council were different, and should the minority call upon him asa member of the majority, for the appointment of any particular friend, the request would be granted He named several per- sons who had fulfilled the station with credit to them- selves and to the community ; and he should substitute several names of persons in his ward, whom he hoped would not be passed by unnoticed. Ald. Messenore said that if he thought he could change the mind of any member of the majority, he would willingly stay, but knowing that suck could not be the case, he would leave, utterly protesting against all the appeintments. ‘Ald. Dop seid that a fow weeks since, when the Board ‘was going into the sppointment of a Commissioner of Ja- appened to be one of the majority members one of minority ssid he had caught and he would hold them ; and em, and screwed them up, and pr ite ed their making the appointment. At @ late hour, the Board without having ade more than half the a; or Asi ant Atpeame<, April 17.—Lixvs W. dent, ia the chair. at Believoue—A report was presented and pt a favor of paying the Rev. Mc, Lyall a sum in hheu of board. Twenty-fifih street—Rosolatioa in favor of regulat! 26th street, between 7th and 8th avenues, &o, Adopted. —A peri received trom the tine of the contemplated %, from Fianktort to Chatham jonstructed tarough the same. well’s and Randall's Islands—A resolution was presented in favor of preventing any boats fiom landing and lying along side of either of these islauds, without permission of the Mayor, Alms House Commissiouer, or member of the Commen Counoll, said to be with a view of stopping the escape of convicts from the former, or stealing dead bodies from the latter Adopted. Fourteenth street —A communication was presented from J L. Lawrence, allading to the fact that the Su- preme Court had decided that the resolution adopted by the Common Counoll, authorising the extending of the sid» walks in 14th street into the street was illegal, and requesting thst the court yards that have already been laid out may be removed forthwith, Referred. Compensation for Catholi favor of paying the Roman officiate at Bellvue the sam to clergymen of other denomi: Canal street Pier —Communi Commissioner in favor ofrepairing the pier at the foot of Canal Street. Adopted. harine str recommendin; Communication from the same lon of time for the commence- ment of the pie the foot of Cathariue street few Fire Engires.—Report in favor of authorising the construction of the new fire engines. Referred. Trees around the Park.—Communication from the Street missioner in favor of causing ail the trees arouad the Park to be properly enclesed in wooden boxes. Adopted. Blind Asylum —Invitation to attend an exhibition to be at the lustitution for the Biind. Accepted. Resignation —Communication from Dr. F. Campbell Stewart, tendering his resignation ea visiting physician to Bellevue Hospital. Er ia Frankhn Market —Reesolution in favor of causing Franklin Market to be painted at an expense not ex- ceeding $200. Adopted. Enlargement ef the Governor's Room.— Re) in favor of en:arging the Governor’s room by. adding the roem hitherto used as chembers of the Judges of the Supreme Court ; also ing $150 for the pur- chase of the jandscape sflderman of the 4th Aldermen, authorising the Comptroller to draw his war- rant for $100,to pay counsel fesa on account of services reudered to Ald furser, in contesting ths validity of his election. Concurred in. Rewurd for the Murder Reorolation in favor of re- questing the Mayor to offer a reward jor the apprehen- sron and conviction of the individual who killed Wm. J. Miller, of No. 448 Bron y. Adopted New Police Cl-rks. &c.~ Resolution in favor of appoin- ing for clerks of the Police courts, the following named percons, viz James H. Weich, for the first distriot; Byd- ney Al. Stewart, for the second; James Marrey, for the third; John Lalor, for the fourth? George W. Ribbet, for the filth, and N. 9. Davison, for thi 5 and for the Assistant Justices’ Courts the following named persons, viz: J. Batchelder for the Ist Dis- trict; Thomes 8. Beers for the 24; Wm. E. Smith for the 3d ; David Stamon for the 4th ; Edward MoPherson forthe Sth ; and John Waite tor the 6th. The names of the persons appointed by the Board of Aldermen ag Commissioners ot Deeda were then read and concurred in After disposing of sundry papers of # private charac- ter, the Board adjourned. Movements and J alk at the Motels. ‘The visiter’s and streugor’s registry at the principal hotels for the last two days, was numerically inconside- rable, when compared with the corresponding period of laet spring, when access to the city was far lesa availa- ble than the present general facilities of travelling per- mit Amongst the arrivsle at the Astor are Mir. T'udd, U_8.Nj Mr Taylor, Rogland; Mr. McLean, Liverpool; Mr Gillespie, Washington. At tue City, Mr. Mason, U, 8 .N Fraser, Scotland; Captain Melntoah, Allen, Kentucky} Mr. Steyner, Postmaster Cenada, At the Howard, Lt Hopkins, U.8, it. Dicks, and Mr. Allison, Toronto; Hon. D. 8, Disningon end daughter, Washington ; and. Mejor Waite, U.S, A. Poiltical Inteiltgence Cou R.M, Jouxson’s Avprets —This document, in which Col. J. accepts the Domination for Governor of Kentucky appeors in the Georgetown H-ratd Coloe nel Jonnton sayy, that the nomdnation of Lynn Boyt was in his opinion injadictous, but that ne submited to the opinion of the mojority. ‘and aided us a member of the committee to solicit Mr. Boyd to accept the nomina- tion. Boyd declined, and soya the addrers—" In thie state of facts, !m acootuanes with my previous pledges and with what I now consider a saored duty to my ooan- try [ bave suthonized my friends to proclaim mew eans didate.”? The Colonel opposes the Wilmot provivo, hs for the Mexiown war, and the course of in regard to jt, says tbat Mr. Polk's fame, for the sucesss(al proresution cf ho war, “will be trans: mitted to future ages,”’ declares in favor of a convention to amend the constitution ot Kentuoky, designates ine amendments which hs thinks important, says St wili bs impossible for bim to visit his fetiow oltigous in every reotion of the State, but promiges bo extend bia visite an far as possibie, tod Saas bimeeli the public’ aaa public i Jf