The New York Herald Newspaper, June 24, 1848, Page 2

North«West Corner of Fulton and Sassaa sts. JAMES GORDON BENNETT, | PROPRIETOR. DAILY Beery day, (Sunday ineluded,) (100 cente Ci ERA Pr ert es 124 per annsem—tnthe United States. tec ihe ‘every. Buropena ET parts’ of thie cone and to go in at reasonable the proprietor and with des. ee, eorner of ‘every morning, ditions, and all extras,) jain, legible manner ; ee erreconien : a0) Winds executed beauty Orders received at the Pubdlication treete. it, for subscription s, or with adver paid, or’ the postage will be deducted from OM OLONTARY CORRESPONDENCE, containing important yrolicited from any quarter of the world—and used will e m 4 NO NOHGE ca be taken of anonymous, commuante ations Whatever is intended for i..2crtion must name and address of che writer; not necessar publi- iter rily for cation, but as 7 guaranty of his good faith, We cannot under- Lake to return rejected communications. ‘ALL PAYMENTS to be made tn advamiee, AMUSEMENTS THIS EVENING. BOWERY THEATRE, Bowery.—Hantst—A Loan oF & Lover. CHATHAM THEATRE, Chee —Duam Grint oy Gexoa—Far. NIBLO'S, Astor Plaoe—Vrewrorme Dancers—Four S1s- ‘TERS—CHINESE BALABILE. CASTLE GARDEN, Battery—Fammy Jars, Ro. BECRANICS BALL, Broadway soar Broome Oanrarv’e Siverncta—-Rrworis® Srverre—RANcrne, Ue afternoon and evening. PANORAMA PanORAma OF THE TABERNACLE. Broadw cert. VAUXHALL SALOON—ALExANDE®, THE Maaicran, streo! Haney Oaxrsicn Syow Storm, Broadway, neat Houston--Barvaky's fremserre?, STEVERMARKISCHE CON- New York, Saturday, June 24, 1948, Actual Circulation of the Herald. June 28, Friday 19,920 copies ‘The publication of the Morning Edition of the Heratd oom yesterday at $ o'clock, and finisued at 20 miantes it 7 o'clock; Evening Edition, at 25 minutes after 2, and finished at 10 minutes before 3. The Utica and Columbus Conventions—Nomi- nations of tho Barnburners—Martin Van Buren again a Candidate for the Presi- dency. Our telegraphic intelligence, published in ano- ther column, is remarkably interesting. It em- braces the proceedings of the Bamburners’ Conven- tion, held at Utiea, with the names of their nominees for the Presidency and the Vice Presi- dency in opposition to General Cass, General Tay- lor, General Butler, General Tom Thumb—to say nothing of half adozen, or more, of others, from the walks of civil life. Also, the proceedings of the Free Soil Convention, held at Columbus, Ohio. 1t will be seen that the highly respectable inhabi- tant of Lindenwald, Marin Van Buren, has been nominated by the barnburners as their candi- date for the Presidency. He has not yet accepted the nomination, but there is very little doubt that he will be prevailed upon to do so, and that he will consent to run, after making a few twaddling re- marks about princlple,the Wilmot proviso,and some other nonse: il topics—nonsensical when coming from a politician. Their candidate for the Vice Presidency is Gov. Dodge, of Wisconsin—a man whose popularity, among the huge paws, at the ‘West and North-West, where the friends of Gen. Cass suppose his main strength lies, is almost un- bounded. He, like General Cass, has been Gover- nor of the North-Western territory. He succeeded Gen. Cass after the admission of Michigan, and held it almost to the time of the admission of Wis- consin. He has recently been elected to the United States Senate from that new State. Thus progresses the great revolution of parties, which we predicted some time since. Mr. Van Buren has contributed his share in the good work, although he set out with a different view. His only aim and that of his son John, has been to de- feat Gen. Cass, if possible, in the election of 1848, because Gen. Cass and his friends used their in- fluence to prevent the renomination of Mr. Van Buren in the Baltimore convention of 1844. And all this game has been played, and is being carried on still, under the specious pretext of preventing | the extension of slavery in the territory recently ac- quired by the United States from Mexico. all been undertakea through love for the negroes that may hereefter be located on the salt lakes of California. This is the pretext, and the Wilmot proviso is the principle, on which the philanthropiz Martin Van Buren, with the aid and comfort of his son John, has planted himself in opposition te Gen. Cass, as the democratic candidate for the Presidency. The anecdote about the boy and the load of hay explains the business :—“ Instead of erying and bellowing,” said the passer by, ‘about spilling your hay, why don’t you go to work and re-load it?” ‘ Dang the hay,” said the boy, “I don’t care about the hay, beo-o-o, but that dad 1s under it.” “Dang the Wilmot proviso,” says John Buren, “but that dad is under it.” Here, then, we have another Presidential candi- date in the field; and the work of revolutionizing parties still goes on. The effect of the proceedings of this convention will be to give the State to ¢ neral Taylor, and this is precisely what the Van Burens wish. This their method of paying off General Cass, for the exertions which ke and his friends successfully made on the two- third rule, in the convention of 1844, to throw Mr, Van Buren overboard. As politicians, as well as lovers, think revenge 1s sweet, this 1s the method of revenging himself on General Cass, which Mr. Van Buren has adopted. One good turn, he thinks, deserves another; and hence Mr. Van Buren’s op- position to lim. Owing to these movements, we find that we are obliged to alter our list of candidates for the Pre- sidency and Vice Presidency at the ensuing elec- tion. The list, we believe, is now complete ; but we may yet be coimpelled to alter 1t again, and put in one or two more :— is NAMES OF THE REGULARLY i ‘ide? TED CANDIDATES. for Vice President Millard Fillmore, a, NOMINA nt, LINEAL S. Dearborn, Mass, [Gorrit Smith, N-Y,.",”. Wan. S. Wait, IN. Martin V. Buren, N.'¥.. Henry Dodge, Wise. ‘Thus far, very well ; but there are some barn- burners among the whigs, as well as among the democrats. A portion of this latter party have avowed their determination of not supporting the | Philadelphia nominations—Taylor and Fillmore— and have announced their intention of running candidates of their own Ohio have held a convention in @olumbus, but postponed any nomination for the Presidency and Vice Presidency, in opposition to Taylor and Fill- more, till the 9th of August next. Those in Mas- sachusetts hold their convention in Worcester, on the 28th inst.; and a portion of the disaffected | whigs in the State of Pennsylvania talk of holding one at Pittsburgh. Now, whether these conven- | tions will amount to anything or not, we do not know; we merely record them as signs of the times. We intimated, in a former article, that there was every probability of the baraburners adopting the principle of freedom of the public lands, and (to that extent identifying themselves with the national reform party. Such a union of prin- ciples has taken place. It will be seen, by our tele- | graphic intelligence, that, after an exciting debate by the members of the Utica convention, a resolu- tien of this character was «dopted. This may give | them quite an addition of force; for the national reform party have n endeavoring for some years | past, to prevail upon either the whig or democratic | party, to adopt their creed, and thus secure their triumph at some time or other; but the national re- formers have already candidates of their own; they may, however, drop their men and take up | with those of the barnburners. Thus we go. Parties are at present in a beauti- ully mixed condition. The approaching election It has | Hl be o trigigulat fight. « charge the Arst rottnd of | follow suit, and Mr. Van Buren will fire his gan against both, These nominations of the barnburn- ers will probably incite the friends of General Cass to make ad itional efforts for electing him.— It will bea very interesting struggle, and we can | safely say that there is abundance of fun ahead. AmgricaN Srsam Suips.—Mam Conrracrs.— We learn that the Charleston line of steamers 1s to be increased to four, in order to have a semi-week- ly communication withthat city’ That line has been highly successful. We also learn, that the owners of the Crescent City intend to build ano- ther steamer, like her, to run between this port and New Orleans. It must be gratifying to every American to wit- ness this success in ocean steam navigation, The Crescent City can beat the overland mail from one to three days, and she will, therefore, afford means for the transmission of letters ; and we understand that the owners will take all papers and letters gratuitously to New Orleans. All will be pleased to hear this. Its to be regretted that government should in- terfere, directly or indirectly, with the success of private enterprise, as exhibited in the above state- ment. Itis understood that the assignees of Mr. Sloo’s contract are not able to proceed with that contract, unless government will make them an advance of twenty-five thousand per month, It would seem, then, that two hundred and ninety thousand dollars per annum, or two million nine hundred thousand dollars gross, is not basis enough to carry them through; therefore, they feel obliged to call upon government for eight hundred dollars per day for this purpose. Tt appears strange that men should obtain a con- tract from government, giving them some thou- sand dollars per day, for establishing a route now successfully commenced by another concern, or other parties, without any aid except their energy, experience and capital; and yet, as has been re- presented, be unable to go on without aid from the said government. The public willbe most happy to see this line in successful operation, but accord- ing to contract. When, however, they acknow- ledge their ‘inability so to do without further aid from government, and ask fof an advance of mo- ney to enable them to build their boats, the ques- tion then arises, 1s not this carrying the joke a little too far? There are some men with capital in the United States, who would be most happy to make a con. tract by which they could be guarantied money sufficient to pay all the expenses, and they have all the profits; and there are many, apparently without capital, who, in addition to such a gua- rantee, would have no objection, in the first place, to having the money advanced without interest. To be serious, however, as both the original con- tractor and his assignees have been represented as abundantly able, let them proceed, backed by the two millions nine nundred thousand dollars, but don’t let them put their hands into the pubhie treasury in advance. If this, however, must be done, and they insist upon it, then open the door ; and, with the new conditions, submit the whole to public competition. Such a course would save the government more than half a million of dollars. «© Tue Naturarization Laws.—We are glad to perceive that there is some prospect of a very se- rious defect in the existing naturalization laws being remedied, a bill for that purpose having re- cently been introduced into Congress. The present laws require “a declaration of in- tention,” and a five years’ residence on the part of an alien, together with an oath to support the Con- stitution of the United States, before he can be- come a citizen of this repnblic. If, however, an alien, after declaring his intention to become a citi- zen, should leave the United States, if only for an hour, or a moment, he must commence de novo, and re-declare his intention. This, surely, never | was contemplated by the framers of the law; yet | thisis the interpretation put upon it by high judicial! | authority. For instance, if an alien, who resides in any of the States bordering on the Canadas, de- clare his intention to become a citizen of the United States, and who has his permanent residence in any of such States, should by stress of weather, if he be travelling on the lakes, be compelled, or | should voluntarily enter her Majesty’s Canadian provinces, and remain there, if only for a moment, he forfeits the right he had acquired by his decla- ration of intentions, and must commence de novo the usual proceedings, in order to enable him to be- |.come a citizen. The question has been tried, for | the purpose of testing it, and this has been the de- \ cision. It is to remedy this defect, which is an | obvious one, that a bill to amend the naturaliza- | tion laws has been recently introduced into Con- gress, and which we hope will be speedily passed. | News from Europe. We have been, for the last twenty-four hours, momentarily expecting later news from Europe, by | the auxiliary steamship Sarah Sands, which left Liverpool on the 6th, and the Cunard steamship Britannia, which left on the 10th of June, both of | which vessels are now due at this port; the one with intelligence of a later date by three days than what we have receivedyand the other with a week later. We have no doubt, that either one or the other of these steamships will arrive to-day or to- morrow. The most important intelligence which | we expect by these arrivals is from Ireland. From its tenor, we shall be able to form an opinion of the | probable course of events in that country. Nixergen Days Later rrom Brazi..—Two of our fast vessels arrived last night from Rio de Ja- neiro—the barks Brazileiro, Capt. Williams, and | the Helen M. Fiedler, Capt. Willis ; the former brings intelligence to the 18th, the latter to the | 14th. We return thanks to Capt. Williams, espe- cially for the very liberal supply of papers sent us, | and for his attention in forwarding our letters and | papers. To Capt. Willis we are also indebted for like attentions. | Our files of the Jornal do Commercio are com- | plete to the 18th. The Chambers had adjourned, | and a change of ministry was about to take place. | The U. S. steam frigate (iron) Alleghany, Capt. | Hunter, from Norfolk, was attracting much atten- | tion at Rio. She was visited by all the officers of | the British, Brazilian, and French vessels-of-war ! an the harbor. Her officers speak well of her per- The sloop-of-war Plymouth, Capt. Gedney, ar- rived at Rio, ina passage of fifty-four days, from Norfolk, and would sail on the 20th of May for China. The Erié, Capt. Watson, sailed for New York on the 7th of May. The frigate Brandywine, Commodore Storer, was in port when the Bra- zileiro left. The free soil whigs of | formances and speed. THe Granp Jur’ FERAL Sessions.—-We pnblish in this day’s paper, the presentment of the Grand Jury of the Court of Sessions, which em- | braces a veriety of useful and valuable information and suggestions, on the subjects of the violation of the Sabbath, Sunday drinkin in the City Prison, | furious driving on Sundays, and matters of gene- | ral interest to our citizens. ‘This document, also, | refers to the Alms House Department, the Peni- tentiary on Blaekwells Island, and will be read with interest, lhisn Matrers.—We give in this day’s paper, the address of the Council of the Irish Confederation to the people of Ireland, which was issued a day or two after the conviction and sentence of the patriot Mitchel. It is an ominous document. | tinal play of © Feudal Intelligence. TRorrine av Atmany.—Butt’s Heap Course, June 20.—There were three entries, and the following is the aMMAry : Tom Suffolk, Gil Crane . 811 Veto, Sam'l Dun! sees 122 Young Moscow, Lavarie..... 0.64.5 .833 Ttme—2:68—2:63—2:67, Bowtay TH ‘ ‘Times, or the Court of James I11,,”’ was produced at this theatre, with all the magni- flcence of scenery for which it is celebrated. The cast was excellent, and each part well performed. The character of Walter Cochrane, sustained by John R. Scott, met with the approval of a delighted audience. Lord Argus, by Mr. Stevens, being his second appear- ance since his recent severe accident, was ably sus- tained. In fact. Mr. Stevens is a good actor, and an exceedingly useful man in a theatre. The part of King James III., by Clarke, was capital. This theatre is now becoming very popular, and we are not surprised at this, as the proprietor, Mr. Hamblin, is strenuous in his exertions, not only to put forward the most inte- resting es, but also in his selection of the best actors. The next piece was the grand Eastern spec- tacle of « Cherry and Fair Star,’ in which Mary Taylor, both in her poets eg) singing, drew down reiterated cheers. Topack, by Burke, was in keeping with this gentleman's high character as a lian. A very attractivo bill is presented this evening ; Shakapeare's | tragedy of “Hamlet,” Scott taking the part of tho Prince, and Mary Taylor that of Ophelia, her first appearance in that character. Th: Bowery is bound to go ahead, as the inclemency of the weather does not | lessen the attendance there. Nipto’s, Aston PLace.—The most grotesque exhibi- tion ever represented in any theatre, is decidedly the “Chinese Balabile,” danced, or rather jumped, by the ever pleasing Viennoise Children, and which, though not so graceful and captivating as the “Pas des Fleurs,” or the “Pas Rococo,’’ is nevertheless a very curious spec- tacle to witness. It was performed again last evening, together with “Le pas des Amourettes,” and “Le pas | Hongrois,” before a crowded house. It seems te us that Niblo has made a private arrangement with the public, in order to have his place filled nightly with the prettiest galaxy aft beauty and fashlonable people. As far as this goes, the enterprising manager has plainly succeeded: andwe hope he will continue all this sum: mer, to attract many of our citizens, and all the stran- gers who fill New York, during this season, at the pretty bonbonniére of Astor Place. The vaudeville company is also deserving, every successive night, the most discriminating plaudits for the accuracy given to their histrionic performances The bill for this evening consists of the celebrated “Pas des Amouret- tes.”’ the “Polka Paysanne,’’ and the “Chinese Ballet,” | with the vaudeville of the “Four Sisters,” and the reat “Medley overture,” embodying the most popular rish melodies. We may safely bespeak once more a | very large audience. | Cnatnam Tueates.—Notwithstending the rain | poured down in torrents last night, this theatre was well filled. and the entertainments passed off with great eclat, The drama of the ““Denouncer” commenced the performances, and was ably sustained throughout by the stock actors of the Chatham, Hans Hoogfeldt, by Mr. Varry, was ably sustained, as was also tho part of Adolph de Briancsurt, by Mr. Phelps; Victorine, by Mrs. Jones, was excellent. Next followed various | dances and songs, which met with enthusiastic cheers from the audience. The Ethiopean Harmonists suo- ceeded, and by their amusing refrains gave a liveliness tothe entertainments. The whole concluded with the drama of “Sarah the Jewess,” the respective charac- ters of which were well performed. Mr. F. 8. Chan- frau will return from Boston, on Monday next, where he has been very successful, and will perform the cha- racter of Moso on that evening; Mr. Winans, a cel brated comedian, will play the part of Joe. Barn ‘Williams, now considered one of the best represent tives of Irish character, appears also in two pieces on that evening. If this attraction does not draw s full house, we don’t know what will. Castux Ganven.—Notwithstanding the copious show- er of rain that fell last evening, a numerous and highly respectable audience attended this favorite resort. The first pieoo was an excellent drama, entitled “Old Ho- nesty,” in which Michael Bradshaw was admirably sus- | tained by Mr. Nickinson, as also was Dame Bradshaw | by Mra. Vernon, while Toby Perch was represented to | perfection by the inimitable Holland. The Musical | Olio,” consisting of a choice selection of songs, ari: and ballads, sung by those accomplished vocalis H. Philips, Miss Philips, Mrs. Frary, and Mr. Hoima: drew forth unbounded spp use. To-night the livel burletta of the “Water Witches,’’ is to be produce with appropriate scenery and new costumes, in whic! Mr. Holland appears as Joe Smith, a regular waterman, and coxswain of the Lady of the Lal The‘ Operatic Olio’ will be repeated. The evening's entertainments are to conclude with the laughable afterplece of “Fami. ¥ Jars,” in which the duett of “Mépt me by moon- light,” will be introduced by Mrs. H. Philips and Mr, Holman, Tur Stevernarxiscue Musicat Company, —Not- withstanding the very unfavorable state of the weather last evening, a rather crowded assemblage of the admi- rers of this splendid band of musical performers, cou- sisting principally of ladies, were present at their grand instrumental concert at the Tabernacle, when several | aclect and popular pleces were performed, with much taste and execution. The felections were principaliy from: Strauss, Flotow, Halevy Rziha, Lanner, and Bee- thoven. The “ Melange-Grand Potpourri” elicited the most rapturous applause. The performance of this dif- ficult piece sufficiently tested the high abilities of the | performers, consisting of nineteen. Tho band is com- posed partly of brass, partly of string. and partly of | wooden instruments, in which the principal ones that | are usually employed in bands of these different descriptions are all used by the performers, The solos are alternately given on each of the leading in- | struments, in most of the pieces ; and the performers, whether on the violin, cornetto, clarionette, hautboy, flute, or other instrument, display a degree of taste and finished execution, which show the highest proficien- cy. But the admirable manner in which the instru- ments are made to harmonize—at one time roft and sweet, as the most delicate touches on the pianoforte— and again powerfully swelling to the wildest and fullest pitch that can be attained on the instruments in con- cert—almost threatening to stinke the very roof of the building—shows the perfect mastery that each per- former has over his instrament. The admirers of mu- sic who were present last evening, enioyed a rich treat. The third concert of the compay will be given this | eveing, at the Tabernacle. Cunusty’s Mixstreis.—This being Saturday, it will be borne in mind that Christy's band of minstrels will give an afternoon, as well as evening concert, com- mencing at three o‘clotk, for the amusement of fami- lics, Mechanics’ Hall is ‘an excellent place to bring children to on Saturdays ; and, in the evenings, our grown up folks can have their turn. Dumpotto's Etmioriasy Sexesapens.—This uori- valled band commence operations on Monday, July 3d, at Westminster Hall, Providence, R. I., preparatory to their tour through the Eastern States : they will also perform there onthe 4th and 5th. It isalmost needless to ray. that of all the companies of Etaicpian Minstrels that havo figured in this country, Dumbolton’s has been admitted by all to pomeas more sterling abilities as musicians and vocalists. They have, In Europe, passed the strictest criticism, and been pronounced the | ne plus ultra of Sable Harmonists. Baxvanp’s Paronama.—Panorama hall is as much visited as ever, and all who see the panorama which is there exhibited, are ungnimous in pronouncing it the greatest work of art of modern times that has been performed by one man. To see it is to sail up the Mississippi. ‘Therefore, for fifty cents you can see all the agen 9 cities, towns and villages on that noble river, which is mach less, we believe, than the trip can be performed for by water. Sxcoxp Concent oF Mavnice Steakoscnt.—Those mio liad not the pleasure of hearing this distinguished pianist, at the Tabernacle, will be gratified to learn ihat his next concert comes off at the Apollo Rooms, on Thursday, the 20th. The Tabernacle being engaged by the Stoyeruiarkische company is the reason why the above rooms are selected ; and furthermore, M. Strakosch is of‘ opinion that the piano will sound to much better advantage there than at the Tabernacle. Tho only objection that can be made is, that the Apollo may be too small, as this renowned performer haa become «uch a great favorite, that his style and brilliant execution are every where highly lauded, and | consequently his next appearance will be greeted by thousands. Mr. Murdoch has opened the Arch street theatre, | Philadelphia. | Dan Marble was at Detroit, where he took a benefit on the evening of the 17th inst. | | | i} t | | | Navan.—We notice an interesting correspondence published recently in some of the papers, clicited upon the occasion of the detachment of Commander Wm. L, Hudson, from the Brooklyn Navy Yard; and as it has already been before the public, we think it quite unnecessary to give it in our paper at this time Captain Hudson has been detached from his ste- tion, in conformity with a regulation of the Navy De- partment, which limits the time of service of officers on shore duty, tothrce yonrs, Commander,Hudson is an accomplished and scientific officer, and was one of the master spirits of the exploring expedition. He leaves this station with the best wishes of all who have had the plessure of his acquaintance. The correspon- dence alluded to, exhibits in « striking manner the high estimation in which he is held by the officers con- nected with the yard, and the various persons attached to the station. Inrerestine TO PosrmastERs.—A circularhasbeen issued from the Auditor’s Office to the Post Office Department, notifying postmasters that there is no necessity for the employment of agents to secure | the increased compensation allowed by the late law. Ina month or so, each postmaster will be | advised of the amount to be credited him for the quarter due up to the 31st of March last. she Se, master may tl en retain an ¢ f&nount of the funds then in his hands, or thereafter to be collect- ed—or receive payment of the amount from the de- | artment—if the credit cannot be thus liquidated. ut, in no event is it necessary for him, at an ex- pense to himself, to employ an agent in connexion with this, or any other business he may have with the Post Office Department.— Pennsylvanian, 23d inat. Movements of Distt ished Individuals. r Gov. Dodge, the newly elected Senator from Wisconsin, arava at Buffalo, on his way to Wash- ington, on the 20th inst. if Iuuyrss or Gov. Suunk or Pennsytvania.—Gov. | Shunk is again seriously ill at Harrisburg. His disease has assumed a new shape, and he now ap- are to be almost in the last stage of r~ tion. Fits friends have lite hope of his rep \y. ) | eany matter to set the North River on fire. | in education, | fored itself to be lifted out of the water, and put upon | the “ Arreseoh | the affair went off in good style. They had a superior | H. Marvin. | the conducter a blow, which kr ocked him off tl | Journal. | obstruction can be removed. | horses belonging to Mr. George Justice, while | Bank, went ermometer, ahout reached as high as 86 The morning Was very wer, Rost there was a very heavy shower jttst bo- fore the dawn of day, end the air for awhile seemed cool and pleasant. About four o'clock in the after- nooa there was @n appesrance of an spproachi storm from the west, ‘rhioh continued to rise unti! about seven o'clock, when the rain began again to fall, accompanied by thunder and lightning. The storm raged for a considerable time, and the tain poured in torrents, during which time the air was cool and pleasant. Wuta Mretixa.—We found the following notice in the Tribune of yesterday :— Aw ApsournnED Merrie (from last of five from each Ward. will take at , het night) of the committees oie) xpollo oom (ene ‘S3 Caual stroct,) this (Pri 7 o'clock, nent Ueaelenee ek recy meme mak cares sclielions by HORACE GREELEY, Chairman, CMA, Pavtaso: 2, M. 1LASON, Maucus D. Boncca, ¢Seeretarien, We despatched a reporter to the e of meeting, with instructions to note the procee for the bene- fit of our readers. On arriving there, at the hour ap- inted, he found three ns in attendance. At Pait-past seven the sesemtlage consisted of seven, our reporter included, and a blac! d white colored kit- ten, At a quarter to eight, number dwindled down to six. At eight o'clock. a gentleman looked in, porated, and one of those present left, leaving five behind; ond at a quarter-past eight our reporter withdrew, with the conviction that it is no Scnoot Examrnation.—The primary and male de- partments of district school No. 10, in the fourth ward, took place yesterday, before the trustees and the county superintendent The primary department is under the charge of Mrs. Reynolds, assisted by Mi O'Connor, Milla, Deagan, Dolan, and Walsh. ‘The largest of ‘the children range from the ages of eight to twelve years ; while there are about four hundred, the eldest of whom is scarcely six Ebro old. They were handsomely arranged through the room for examina- tion, the larzer ones being Face nearest the door, while the great mass of the little ones were placed in the rear end of the room, upon steps, one above the other, to the number of about twenty. The whole number of scholars in this department, who presented themselves for examination. amounted to five hundred and fifty-four. They recited their lessons with re- markable accuracy, and the little creatures seemed happy in being permitted to show the attention they had paid their studies. They sang teveral little songs, adapted to their youth; and by their proper obser v- ‘ance of the regulations of the school, won the smiling approbation of all present, There were quite @ number of Indies and gentlemen present, who expressed great satisfaction with the gen- eral conduct of the school. There was one little fellow who particularly attracted the attention of those present. From the great similarity of fea- tutes, he bears the name of Yankee Sullivan, and the name is apropos, for a more perfect likeness of that renowned individual could not be marked by ainter’s hand ; and his manner is bold and free, and as as much of the “care for nobody” look about him as is necessary. He is a remarkably intelligent boy, and in his recitations proved himself worthy of one of the handsomest premiums, which was awarded to him. In consequence of the examination of the higher achool commencing at half-past 11 o'clock, the primary examination was necessarily cut short, and the gentle- men and ladies present went to the room of the male department, of which Mr. St. John is Panel as- sisted by Messrs. Halpin, Lavelle and Nichols, and Miss Tyson. In this department, the higher branches are taught, and most successfully too, on the moral suasion system. In this department, asin the other, there was a strict observance of the rules of order. The examinations in arithmetic and astronomy were most striking, each scholar seeming to have @ perfect know- ledge of the principles of the studies, and showing an iutuitiveness of mind generally, which is seldom met with in schools of the first class. The explanations in astronomy were excellent, as were also those in algebra. There is one peculiarity in this schocl, which has a lasting effect upon the minds of the scho- lars. They are required to repeat the words distinctly, after the teacher, thereby affording them a fine eC tunity to become perfect in their pronunciation. There seems, too, to be a spirit of generous rivalry among them, each endeavoring to outstrip the other in his studies, which makes the task for the teachers very pleasant. The reading exercises of this department should not pass unnoticed. They are, generally, re- markably correct in the enunciations of the sounds of syllables, and giving the proper emphasis and cadence, clearly show the powers of elocution strongly deve- loped. This is said to be the most perfect school, in the arithmetical branches, in the city ; and it is pro. bable that tement is true, for no class of scholars could be more perfect than they aro. The manner in which the departmont is conducted, reflects great cre- dit upon the character of Mr. St. John, and assistants ; and a visit to the school will amply re any one who takes pleasure, or feels the least interest, A Strance Biro at tHe Park Fountain.—There was quite an excitement atthe Park fountain yester- day afternoon. in consequence of the appearance of a strange looking bird, swimming about in the basin. ‘There were more than a thousand persons who pressed to see it,not one of whom could tell what it was, though all could think it belonged to the crane spe- cies. The beak, head and neck were similar to that of the crane, though the body was perfectly black, and shaped very like the common crow. The legs were short, and the feet webbed. It swam with the whole body under water, only the head and a portion of the neck being visible; and seemed to like that place where the greatest body of water fell from the fountain, though it would frequently swim around the edge of the basin. ‘The keeper of the fountain went near the basin, and the strange bird swam up to him, and suf- the land. Its movements on the land were very aw ward, scarcely knowing how to walk, the water evi- dently being its proper home. The name of the bird as given by Wilson, is Plotus Vailiantii, or black bel- lied Darter, and is'a bird of India, Africa and the South seas Most ornithologists class it among the species of the Pellcanm, though it bears very little re- semblance, having no pouch as the pelican. Its plumage was black. very glossy, and very soft and smooth, interspersed with dark grey spots from the back part of the head, down the back to the tail, which | was slightly tipped with a dirty white color. The head, beak, and neck about the same size and length, as the common bittern, [t was ubsequently ascertained that it had been thrown into the basin by two sailors, who doubtless became tired of their euriosity, and wished to put it in such a place as that every ono would have an opportunity of seeing it. It is probably the only living one on this continent, and is certainly one of the natural curiosities of the old world. Parave oF THE Finemen.—The members of Hose Co. No. 19, of this city, paraded yesterday as an escort toa new company from Jersey City, who have had completed in this city, a handsome hose carriage, and engine company of that city. The machines were handsomely decorated with flowers, and band of music, and paraded through the principal streets of thecity, twied passing our office in their | route. They were a body of fine looking men, and the apparatus gave evidence of the case which is taken of it. Senrovs Arraim 1x Brooxiyy.—Quite a serious af- fair occurred near the Long Island Railroad depot yesterday afternoon. About one o'clock, two men in the train refused to pay their fare, which led to an al- tercation between them and the conductor, Mr. Edward | After a few words, one of the men struck | e Hefell under the train, which passod over, and i stently killed him, Political Intelligence. 3 F Tue Nominations in Iyprana.—At Indianapolis the news of the nomination of Gen. Taylor and Millard Fillmore was received with great joy and enthusiasm. In less than an hour after it was an- nounced by telegraph, a a whig flag was raised upon a tall staff over the office of the State Journal, while crowds shouted beneath it. ‘Old Brass Betsy” was brought out, and two kegs of powder burned in salutes; and inthe evening a glorious bonfire, to make the night brilliant, in token of the brightness of the hopes of the whigs.—Lowisville Carr. Tom Marswast uron tar Stump.—Capt. T. F. Marshall made a inost eloquent speech at Cynthiana, Ky., the other day, in favor of General ‘aylor’s election. Tom. cursed the whig national convention for nominating Taylor, but exhorted whigs and democrats to rush to the polls in No- | vember, and vote for him.— Louisville Journal. | Peynsytvanta Nomtnation.—Lieut. Col. Samuel W. Black, of the 1st Pennsylvania Regiment, has been nominated for Congress, by the democrats of Allegheny county. Wie Kanication Mrerives.—Large meet- ings have been held to ratify the Philadelphia nominations, at Roxbury, Mass., and at Louisville Ky., and a monster meeting is proposed to be held at Fort Harrison, Indiana, at an early day. Dors Ory Zaex Ever Swear %—The exciting question in the political world at present is, ‘Does General Taylor ever swear?” Canvipatr ror Govrrnor.—The Syracuse De- mocrat has hoisted the name of Colonel Zadoc Pratt, of Prattsville, for Governor. Tux Recent Storm.—On Monday last, near Morrisville, Bucks Co., Pa., it commenced raining a little after 4 o’clock, P. M., and at 10 P. M. be- tween seven and eight inches of water had fallen. ‘The washing of earth into the Delaware Canal, just above Morrisville, however, has prevented the passage of the larger class of boats, and it may be necessary to draw off « part of the water before the Two fine young grazing in a meadow, were killed by lightning dur- ing the storm. Counterfeit ten dollar bills on the Biddeford Me., are in circulation, They are well executed, and, calculated to deceive. Also two’s on the Bank of Lebanon, N, H.; paper very thin, and the engraving badly executed. The Weekly Herald. This sheet will be ready at nine o'clock this morn- ing. Its contents will embrace all the interesting news of the week, inclading the proceedings at the Barnburners Convention, at Utica, which resulted in the nomination of Martin Van Buren for the Presi- Ks EA | sales of 2000 barrels at $5 25 a $5 374. ¥ === ee ‘ THE BARNBURNERS’ CONVENTION, NOMINATION or MARTIN VAN BUREN FOR THE PRESIDENCY, AND mry Dodge for the Vice-Presidency OF THE UNITED. sTATHs. SECOND DAY. Utica, June 23, 1848. | it, after much discussion, it was unanimously decided to make a tull nomina- tion. An informal ballot for President stood as follows :— For President For Vice Presi Martin Van Buren... 69 H. Dodge. ° In caucus, last night, Addison Gardiner. ... 12 B. Tappan. 5 Mareus Morton. . 2 JM, Niles..... y 1 "Scattering... .C. Cambreleng 1 Marcus Morton. . 1 The nomination will undoubtedly be made this morning, anda mass meeting held immediately after, 94 o’crock—A, M. Hon. James C. SI and General Ny are addressing large audiences in front of Bagg’s Hotel, amidst much enthusiasm. The feeling Riresiahont is decidedly in favor of Martin Van uren, = : Unica, June 23. Martin Van Buren is, nominated for President Henry Dodge, of Wisconsin, Vice President of the United States. THIRD DESPATCH. re Unica, June 23 The Convention reassembled at 8 o'clock this morning. Telegraphic despatches and letters to the President of the Convention, from. delegates and others, were received and read, A letter from Illinois, numerously signed, closed as follows “We want Martin Van Buren for a candidat Slave power broke him down in 184; we will break that power down 1n_ 1848,” Delegates are coming in from other States, The Connecticut delegates are speaking half- past 8. There is no doubt of the nomination of artin Van Buren. 4 A motion was made to nominate candidates for President and Vice President, by a viva voce vote. The motion was amended by recommending the nomination of Martin Van Buren, which was car- ried by acclamation; at the result of which there ‘was an unusual burst of applause, For Vice President, H. Dodge was nominated also by acclamation. FOURTH DESPATCH. 5 Urica, June 23 Speeiing by Messrs, Washburn, Harrison, Gen. Nye, and Rathbun, of our State ; Taylor, of Ohi Morton, of Massachusetts; delegates from Wisc sin, Indiana, Illinois and Ohio, also spoke. Wonder- ful enthusiasm among the barnburners. The general cpunen, is that Gen. Cass gets no State, and that r. Van Buren’s chance is best. It is now 11 o'clock. Resolutions and address are now b read. The convention will adjourn after re idjourn ing thesame ; when a mass meeting will be held im- mediately, to be addressed by Butler, Nye and others. FIFTH DESFATCH. : . Unica, June 23, 1848. This morning at 10 o’clock, the Barnburner Con- vention nominated Martin Van Buren for Pre: dent, by acclamation. I never witnessed such en- thusiasin and excitement in any deliberative body. Henry Dodge, of Wisconsin, was nominated for Vice President, by acclamation. \ The unanimous feeling of the convention is uu- paralleled. The delegates are now congratulating each other. They say Martin Van Buren cannot, dare not, flinch, ica, June 23, 1848. Mr. Butler has just declared in convention, that Mr, Van Buren cannot refuse to accept the nomi- nation; at which announcement there was great applause and cheering. SEVENTH DESPATCH. Ke Utica, June 23. An exciting debate took place on the freedom of he public lands to actual settlers. ‘The resolu. tions were adopted—the price to be barely suffi cient to cover the expenses of surveying, &c. A plan for the organization of the campaign will soon be read, when the convention will adjourn sing die. Free Soll Mass Convention Ohio. Cotumaus, June 23d, 1848. The free territory Mass Convention, held here yesterday, adjourned last night. There were 400 delegates present, who adopted a strong address and resolutions in favor of holding @ national convention at Buflglo, on the 9th of Au- ust next, for the purpose of nominating a candi- date for the Presidency; and to nominate electoral tickets, &e. They formed a determination to no- minate no man for Governor,unless he was pledged to sustain their wieye, and to support only Wilmot roviso men as candidates for Congress and for the egislature. From the South, Avausta, Ga., June 23, 1848. New Orleans papers to the 17th inst., have been received at this place; but they contain nothing worth telegraphing, save the reports of the mar- kets and shipping intelligence. Markets, Bosrox, June 23.—Flour—The market rules steady; sales of 2,500 barrels, including Genesee, Michigan, &e., at $5 624g to $6. Corn was dull, and prices in- | clined to droop; 8000 bushels sold at 49c for Western, and 55 for yellow. Rye continued steady; sales 450 bushels at 75c. Onts—4,000 bushels changed hands at 46c. Freights rom ined the same. Axnany, June 23,—Receipts by canal within the past 2thours. Flour, 3800 barrels; Wheat, 2000 bushels; Corn, 7000do. Flour continued in fair inquiry, with Corn—3000 bushels changed hands at 52c. for yellow. Large lots were held higher. Wheat—no sales were reportod—the market was in favor of the buyer. New Onteays, June 17, The weather was unfavora ble, and little business doing. Cotton—the sales of to- day sum up 500 bales, and during the past week 15,000 bales. Shipping Intelligence. New Onieans, June tare shine Benes Rio Grande and Ohio, and brig Grecian, New York; ships Jacob Perking and Emily Taylor, Boston, For President, General Taylor; for Vice Prosidont, Millard Filmore; for fino French Boots go to JONES'S, 14 Ann street, where you can get the best article und fit for a less ots for the White’ House, will-do well to eall'on our ixtend for the jouse, will do well to oall on our frien JONES, ani We have been req tion of Private Families and Hotels to the following articles of- fered by the undersigned, namely, Bottled Philadelphia Porter, Ale and Champaiga Cider, Falkirk Ale, Barclay nad Porkiut Brown Stour, have been selected with great care, and are unquestionably the test in this moruct. Call nnd bo eatistiod, at our vid neighbors, No. 150 Fulton street, near Broadway, N. york, at GEORGE BaGLb. Gold Pons! Gold Pens.—B. E. Watson & Co., 15 Wall etreat aro rolling Gold Vens of every description whole: sale and retail at reduced prices, Their Richelieu Pons are ad- mitted to be the best and cheapest Pens in the world, Use does not mynir their fineness or flexibility, and the points are warrnted for yours, Sold aloo by J. Y. Savage, 92 Fulton street, Gold Pens re-pointed. ; Saunders’ Toilet Articles, Dressing Cases and Fancy Cutlery, 147 Broadway, corner of Liberty street, and 387 A subsoribers respectfully call the attention of the public to their collection above articles, which in point of Yaciaty, is not equalled in the city; they have " 1 seleoted with Serra sez in all cases aro warranted. G. SAUN. |, 147 and 857 Broadway, One Word abont Gents’ Cheap Sammer Fronch, Cashmeretto, Alpacea, and Drap d'Bte Coats, Groth Stekn of Peikas §3t0 $77 Linen dd Cingharn Conta, 1 & Pants, $1 to $3.0 pair; Vests, 0 conts to Also, a few them $5 Suits. Corner Nassau and Beekman. Kemember the§ 5 Suit store. The Piumbe National Dageurrian Gallery corner of Broadway and Murray st. should be yssited ish to we to what perfection the art has arrived in the hands of the most successful operator inthis country. ‘The difference between a good and poor dagenrrintypo is so wide that the best ahowld Le veen that one nay be able to judg of tie merits o Gentlemen’s French Calf a) ‘ump Sole Pegged Hoots, of very superior quality. and finish ; also an extensive assortment. of Congress Roots, Gaiters, &e., at retail ‘neeo by FRENCH & SHAW, 18 Ann street, Barnburners’ Nomination... Vor President, Martin Van Buren; for Vice President, Mf. Dodge i for $7 Tampico Mo- Boots go (0 our friend Young, corner Naswant and (Fulton street. and got them for $4 30, Givers. cheager than can to found inany other store in the city, THLE DOCTOR. Carpets—If you want Carpets, beanil- fal patterns, and cheapor than can ve bought elsewhere, go to Mr. HI ANDERSON’S, No. %) Bowery, Io is selling bis cle gant assortinont of Carpets, Oil Cloths and Ru ©. cont lone than any other establishment in the city, Examine for | yourselver. rion of tne old tale, A Tee Captain Brags, | i maying of the old soldier, moro grape, Captain Lie only, equalled hi the uslvergal ory, taneuier of'your Hate Me. | Knox, “The rich and rare stylo of Knox's Rocky Mountain Veaver Hate is ack: by every body. Number 128 Fulton street. Seduction, Abduction and ‘ bape ng — | the ontire fi tigations of the abduction, | Pee aaa neat of ine body of, te benattal Hag Ferber, | Janchester ; conclusion of Monroe Edwards, ble murders, rapen, robleries, and other meee fhe count a 108 Nassau st, ieee ste bat lor on Hate—The memorable | heavy goods wore made at 22s 6d for Liverpool. Hemp rules dull, and no operations of aay moment have lately gume nnader ournotice. MotassrgeThero have boon sales of 200 a 300 hhds filled with em per | ; prime was Sales of 25,000 lbs shoulders were made aii al ine ce en seething Ar ang OOMMBRCIAL APPATRE, MONKEY MAREN, Priday, Jaue 23.6 PM. Treasuty notes this morning declined 34; Erie Rail. road, new stock, 4; Farmers’ Trust, 3; Canton, 3 On the other hand, Harlem advanced 34; Notwieh and Worcester, 4{. At the second board, Harlem improved anal, 34, &e. The receipts of the Norwich and Woreester Railroad Co., for the month of May, in each of the past two years, shows a fulling off this year, to some extent on the through travel, but an increase on the local travel and freighting business, : Nonwron avo Worcester Rattroan. 7” May. 1sii. + 8,854 20 Through travel. . .. Local do . Freight... ... 9,209 18 Mall, &e.. 1034 85 $18,002 68 19,192 BT 181662 58 Decrease. ....ceccesceesenaee sees $620 09 This route cannot compete with the others in the transportation of passengers between the two cities New York and Boston, Its local business appears to be in a prosperous condition; but the decrease in tho through travel has been sufficient to affect the increase in the other items, and show,in the aggregate,a deficien- ey compared with last year, This is, we believe, the only railroad in New England, and we believe in the coun. | try, showing a reduced income this year, compared with last. If the company would abandon its through business entirely, we have no doubt it would be more for the interest of the stockholders, Sterling exchange is settling down, For sometime past the rates for prime biils on London have ruled above 11 per cent premium. We now quote 10% a 10% per cent as the outside rates, and the tendency is down- ward, The packets which have sailed this week have not taken out such large amounts of specie asin the week previous, and independent of any influence from the new loan, the exportation of specie isundoubtedly drawing toa close. Bills on the continent are inactive, We qnote on Paris Sf. 224% a Sf, 20; Amsterdam 41 a 414; Bremen 80 a 8044; Hamburg 36a 36%. The Fitchburg Railroad Company have declared a semi-nnnual dividend of four and a half per cent from the earnings of the past six months. ‘This is a falling off of 34 per cent, and is indicative of declining pros- perity. Counterfeit tens on the B: ford, Me., are in circulation. They are well executed and calculated to deceive, Also, twos on the Bank of Lebanon, at Lebanon, N. H., paper very thin, and the engraving badly executed. The amount received for tolls on all the New York State Canals, during the first week in June, 1848, is aa follows :......4. Same period in 1847.02... ford Bank, at Bidde- $101,718 37 Decrense.... oss eceesesees Reevived during the second week fh June, is... tae 90.160 13 Same period in 1847. 149,785 48. Decrease.......++2+00.+. 60,625 35 The aggregate amount received for toll, from the commencement of navigation, to Ist of June inclusive is... 2 $818.184 o1 During the same period in 1847. . . 1,016,297 55 Decrease............. 208,163 54 ‘The Bank of Commerce has declared a dividend of three per cent fur the past six months, The Comptroller of the city has called for proposals for a loan of $100 000, in shares of $100 each, redoem- able Feb, 1, 1854 and 1855, bearing an interest of. six per cent per annum, payable quarterly. The Chicago Democrat of the 9th inst., publishes the following information: & Weare told by persons arriving by canal, that thers is agreat amount of freight at Peru and La Salle. wait- ing an opportunity to be shipped for Chicago—and that the delay is not so much occasioned by the want of boats, ax from the incapacity of the canal below Ot- | tawa to float a full loaded one. ‘The aqueduct acrors the Vermillion river is also said to be a mistake, and is at least one foot above the proper level. We are also told that individuals have commenced re-shipping their goods by way of the Ohio river and canal for the east, which were originally destined by the Illinois and Michican Canal. and through the lakes, There is wrong somewhere, and it should be remedied promptly While on the subject, we may as well say that the mi- serable caricature of a steam tug continues to be the 0 Alabama Bonds “50 she Canton Co P A wo us) si CITY TRADE RicPORT: Fripay, June 23—2 P, sales of 100 bbis pots at $4 —Woe notice aris at $5 S714. Corron—Doalers are waiting for the steamer, now considered fully due, Holders are firin at our last quo- | tations, Foun, &e—The demand for Western Flov The transactions foot up 2000 barrels at $5 | for common Brooklyn, Ocsrogo $5 75 for round hoop 10: S14 for Pure Genesee, and $7 O0a7T 50 fi Extra. Southern con- tinues scarce, and but little doing. Pr without chango. Ryo Flour is advancing—sales have been made of 400 barrels at $5 874 a 3 94 Meal is steady, without sales of moment. Wheat re mains about the same, dull and heavy; Genesee i pretty much out of market. Tyo istirmer. There have been sales of 4.000 bushels at 72 afloat, and delivered, Corn—We note sales of 2.000 bushels y yellow at 520 a S4e, and 1,500 do westorn ate. Oats are dull aud nominal, Tattow—8,000 ibs were disposed of at 7ige for fair, and 8c for prime. Wutskry is heavy State prison at 224; Wines are but little inquired for, and rule very dull. New You ‘There was some better fe with a fair amount The sales embrac brands, with some lots of Genesee, &e. tinued dull, Wheat continued quiet. Corn was heavy, with fair sales of yellow ground, on terms stated below. Meal was steady, and sale made wt full prices for Jersey. There was no change ia rye o For markets in other cities, wo refer to our tel feports inanother part of this paper. In prov sales of mess pork reported on some better terms ; other articles remain avout the same. In groecrie: transactions were limited, and sugars dall. ales of Western at 22¢, and ing in th f sales at about Southern con Asnvs.—Sales of 754 100 bbls, Pots were made at about $4874. A lot of 30 do were reported «old at $4 75. but the marke sed at the former figure Pearls were quict at " fhe sales footed up about 4000 a 6000 bbL nding about 1000 ef common to fair Genesee at $i with somo lots of common do at $525; 400 w 500 do Michigan at $5 25 a $5 31% Among the lots sold, were also Ohio round hoop at $5 75; 500 a 600 Ohio fancy at $6. The tales of pure Genesee at $5 75 a $581 flour continued dull at $6 a $6 12% were reported, while prices for Ohio and Genesee were in a measure nominal, Corn—Sales of 3000 bush Jersey round yellow were made at 2000 do Wes tern mixed sold at 480; 2500 do Ne ans sound sold nt 48c. Sales of Jersey fut yellow were reported at 52e, and about 4000 dodo, mixed do, were reported | at 490, A lot of round Jersey yellow was also reported Meal 200 bits. Sales of w Jersey gold at Rye—Salos of lour—The Inst There was no 1400 bushels were made at 7 sales were made at 43 75 a $3 change in oate : Correr—Thore was but iittle done, except for the supply of the regular trade; prices were steady Corre: A fair demand was felt for this staple to- day for export, and about 1,000 bales were dispoved of at firm prices, Livenroot, CLassirtoation, N. Orleans, Good Miditinig 6% a 6S) Middling Fair. 1 OM a 68 alt... oe Fall ood Fi 1 dry cod, at $2.50); Favit—For this ticle, the demand was moderate. Wenoticet’sales of 200 boxos dry raising at $1 50, and 20 bales Bordeaux almontls, on terms not made publie Farranrs.—Rates remained about the same, Cora in bags wos engaged at bye. The last engagements of | primo Cuba Muscovado abgic, 4 months. Nava —Nothing was reported. Spirits were dull at to ‘ash i Oise —Linsoed was drooping, and sales were done at a decline Paovinions.—-Sales of 3 to 400 barrels mess were ork, worth about $6 to $8 12. at3ye, Lard—¢ made at $10 50 laughing stock of every traveller, and {sone of the + great mistakes which those in authority are accounta- ; ble for to the public. i Stock Exchan; $22,200 Treas Notes 6's : mm) do bio * do bbs ae do baw 4 W Bank of America 934 75 Canton Co 3 { 1,000 Kentucky 6's 10g = 8 do. b1O Be 4 2,000 Pennsylvania 5's 76 50 Norwich and Worces 34 * 1,500 0 814 oD do uye 1,500) Obio 6's of 60 100%} 10 Sha 4,000 Reading Bonds v4 v4 5,000, do sWafld 503, 5 tom RR } 1,000 do oo 40 do i 200 shs Farmer's Trust 2 do. 2 do 860 20%) 5) Long Island RR , Uy do WOS 297, Soo do 690 Diy 50 Illinois Bank 2% 10 Erie RR new, full 65% it 100 Morris Canal Wy, 2 do ie Gy Second Board,