The New York Herald Newspaper, July 15, 1848, Page 2

NEW YORK HERALD. JAMES GORDON BENNETT, PROPRIETOR, AMUSEMENTS THIS EVENING. BOWERY THEATRE, Bowery.—Tux Naiap Qusmn—Caim- som Cumee—Cimany ann Pais Stan, CHATHAM THEATRE, Chatham strest—Gounpey Far- mER—Guanex at New Yorx—Waxnraine Bors, NIBLO’S, ASTOR PLACE -Sonevopy Eise—Dancine, ko, —Ler Lacanon xs. BURTON’S THEATRE, Chambers street—Virwwomm D. exnsan Four Diver risex en rs—Bamnooziine—Inaen Hi CASTLE GARDEN, Battery.—Posr or Honon—Cuvenns's Coxcant—Hovsx Dos, MECHANICS’ HA) Broadway, near Brooma—Curisry’s Mixnste ap Erworiat suemocBuaLeaqus Danerne, &e., at Sand &P. PANORAMA HAL], Broadway, near Houston—Baxvano’s Parokama or os: Sands P.M. MINERVA ROOMS, Broad Tavion’s Mexican Campaic: TABERNACLE, Broadway—Tue SteyeRaRxisone Must- @a. Company's Concent. Panorama or GENRRAL New York, Saturday, July 15, 1848. Aetuai Circulation of the Herald. Duly M4, Friday... ... 0. ecco +++ 21,120 copies, dock'tnd'Basehed at 29 miautesqan Teco. SS The Venezuclian Government and the New York Herald. ‘The progress of affairs in the republic of Vene- auela, during the last five months, has been care- fally noted imthe columns of the Herald. All the intelligence calculated to throw light on the movements of the two great political parties that have been contending there, vi et armis, since the 24th January last, has been carefully translated fzom the Venezuelian papers, as they were from time to time received at this office, and we have amvanably added to these translationsa notice of the fact that they were made from party journals, and, therefore, must be taken with due allowance for the heated feelings of these warm partisan edi- tors. Our correspondence, direct trom Caracas, trom Maracaibo, and from the Island of Curacoa, eontiguous to the Venezuelian coast, and now crowded with refugees of both parties, has also emanated from the friends of the Monagas, as ‘well as those of the Paez party. Wehave, in fact, given a perfect daguerreotype of both sides of the qeestion; and as affars progressed, have kept the Public fully informed of the successes, as well as Teverses, of the contending forces; and we can with confidence assert, thaf in this affair the Herald bas kept up its acknowledged and wide spread re- patation of giving the earliest, most accurate and moet impartial accounts, of the events passing in the world. We take nosides in this question; but we have given our usual full, fair and unimpeacha- ble delineations of passing affairs, gathered from the communications of our active correspondents, and the public papers published in the republic of Venezuela, leaving our readers and those inte- rested, to form their own conclusions. It seems, however, that the publications we have made have created considerable excitement in Caracas, and the editors there are writing long ar- ticles about the Herald, and the views which the ‘distinguished editor of that influential sheet” hhas taken regarding their revolution. A transla- ‘non of one of these articles, taken from El Re- pwblicano, published at Caracas on the 10th May, ‘Was given in our columns on Sunday last. We find another one, of much the same stamp, in La Patriota, of the 20th May, another Caracas paper. This article goes over the same ground as the one we have already published, and defends Dr. Sana- ‘Wia, the Minister of Home Affairs, whom one of ur correspondents handled somewhat roughly. It also defends Col. B. H. Wilson, the British Charge @ Affaires, who has been accused of using undue influence in the politics of the republic. Regard- ing this latter gentleman, the impression that he muxed himself up unduly with one of the political parties, is one that has been widelv spread and ase werted by all the opposition papers in Veneznela. Since the success of Monagas’ party, however, all these papers have been suppressed. Conse- quently, their version of the story cannot be heard. Certainly, while Col. Wilson was British Minis- ter to the republic of Peru, some years ago, the game kind of charges were preferred against him, and accusations of his directly mingling in the political position of the republic to which he was Minister, and its neighbor, Bolivia, were made without scruple. Co}. Wilson has passed most of his active life in Colombia. We believe he fought under Boli- var in their war for independence; is well versed in the various South American political questions of the day ; and, from all this and his present po- sition as British Minister, he of course possesses auch influence. The policy of England in South America has always been a meddling one; and as ‘we have on previous occasions declared, it seems as if she preferred seeing the Colombian republics distracted by civil dissentions, to that of present- ang a united and powerful confederation like the United States. We have received from Senor F. Corvaia, Com- missioner from Venezuela, a letter, which will be found on the first page, and to which we refer. Mr. Corvaia 1s altogether mistaken as to our being always “ anxious to afford intelligence inimical to the actualj President and his administration.” What we have said in the first part of this aiticle, will show how erroneous this idea is. As to the oversight committed by our correspondent, in stating that the coming election was for the Presidency, instead of the Vice}Presi- dency, it is not of such very great importance, as the principles advocated by Monagas will be the rallying point, and of course, which ever side can elect the Vice President, will clearly gain the as- cendency. The absolute ferocity shown by both parties lately, is but too convincing a warning “that much trouble is anticipated by the coming election;” the bloody scenes of the 24th of Janu- ary last, are certainly enough to cause our corres- pondent “‘to apprehend that, unless Monagas’ (par- ty) is elected, they will maintain their nght to the (Vice) Presidency at the point of the bayonet.” Regarding the remainder of the letter, all we have to say is, that we publish it cheerfully, asit is by no means our wish or our habit to refuse any one, mentioned in our columns, an opportunity of stat- ing their case. We have also received a small pamphlet, enti- tled “An account for history, of the conspiracy of Paez against the institutions of his country.” In this pamphlet an account is given of all transac- tions that have led to the present outbreak. The Jength to which this article has already gone, prevents our giving any condensation of it; the cir- cumetances, moreover, which gave rise to the out- break, have previously been published in the Herald. To sum up, we may as well state the actwal con- | dition of affairs at our last advices.§ The Paez faction still held out in the province of Maracaibo—the town of that name had been taken without any opposition, by Monagas’ force: the fort of San Carlos, in the immediate vicinity of the town, however, had not been reduced, but was still held by Paez’s party. As for General Paez himself, his whereabouts seemed to be some- what obsure, He had been in New Granada, it is evident, as during the month of April, the Grana- dian government ordered him, and his refugee ad- herents, to remove farther into the interior—at least thirty leagues from the Venezuelian frontier. The last definite account we have of him is at a little village called Chita, situated between the town of Pampelona and the village of Concepcion, in New Granada. This was in the beginning of May. Whether he returned to Maracaibo, and was there in person, defending the fort or not, our ac- counts, which are from Caracas to the 20th ult., do not mention. As far ae can be learnt trom our files of papers, the province of Maracaibo is the only one that holds out for Paez; the chances, therefore, for his party, seem rather slim at pre- sent; but as our correspondent justly observes, the coming election will show the strength of the two parties. Ferign Life Assuranee Companies, ‘We have received several communications in reply to the article which appeared in the columns of the Herald a short time since, on the subject of the stability of the foreign life assurance com- pames which have agencies in New York and other American cities. None of these communi- cations, however, have induced us to alter our opinions on the subject, as given in the articte re- ferred to, nor convinced us that what we then stated, viz.: that these foreign assurance com- panies are not entitled to confidence, and cannot be considered stable or permanent in the present state of Europe, and amidst the revolutions which are now shaking that part of the world—was erro. neous. The conclusion which we then arrived at, and which 1s firmly fixed on our mind yet, is, as we then stated, that as long as the existing order of things remains in England, those companies will be deserving of confidence We acknow- ledge that they are prudently managed, and that all losses are punctually and expeditiously paid to the parties interested. It 1s the part of those companies to act in this manner ; for let them fail in fulfilling their contracts, and they fall imme- diately. We do, however, persist in maintaming the position which we have assumed—that the moment when the present régime is upset or over- thrown in England, that moment will witness the complete and final downfall of the whole fabric of credit in England—a gigantic house of cards, with out foundation+-and the consequence will be, com- plete and utter bankruptcy of the government, the mercantile community, and the people, of that country. Surely it needs no argument to prove this position. Any one acquainted with the rela ons of England, can see it at a moment—and seeing it, it cannot be questioned that these foreign insurance companies, whose capital con- sists, in the main, of stocks of that govern- ment, or of other European governments, which are intrinsically of no earthly value, will be involved in the common ruin, and be utterly and completely irresponsible. Every monarchical go- vernment in Europe is upheld, and has been for years and ages maintained, by the sword. The revolution in France upset the government of Louis Philippe, which was kept up in the same way. On the downfall of Louis Philippe, parties owning the stock were nearly ruined ; and were it not for the magnanimity of the French people in adopting the national debt, the stock of that government would not be worth a farthing. Sucha happy thing, how- ever, would not succeed the downfall of the English government. France can, and in course of time will, pay her debt; but the English people never could, if they were willing to, pay the debt of their government. The payment of the interest alone, is a serious grievance,and the taxes which are levied for the purpose, are extremely onerous, and keep the people ina continual state of poverty. Would they burden themselves with such a load, after achiev- ing a victory over the government, and establish- inga cheap and simple form of governmentin lieu of the extravagant, exacting and lumbering politi- cal machine which now exists ? Under this view of the matter, then—which we apprehend is a correct one—American citizens and others who insure their lives in these or any other toreign insurance companies, can have no confi- dence 1n their ultimate stability, norin their capa- bility to fulfil the contracts which they enter into with the parties assured. A man may insure his life for five thousand dollars. He may pay two or three hundred dollars annually to the company,with whom he contracts for five years or ten years, until actually his aggregate payments exceed the sum to which his family will be entitled to at his death. After having done this, lo, a revolution breaks out—a union, for instance, between the four or five millions of Chartists and the sevea or eight mil- lions of Repealers in Ireland is effected; a precon- certed blow is struck simultaneously in all parts of England and Ireland; the military are overcome; the government falls; universal bankruptcy fol- lows; a new urder of things is entered upon—and what becomes of the capital of these compamies? There would not be a vestige of anything valuable to be found; the whole fabric of credit would be crushed—be dissipated—and with it that of the aristocracy, the merchants, traders, corporations of every kind, and all orders of society. Now this is precisely the state of the case. England and its government may be stable to-day ; but will it be to-morrow? Will it be #o next year, or for the next five years? In one single hour Lotis Philippe, the King of the French, was a va- grant, seeking an asylum on some friendly shore, in disguise. A week, and the present age of the world is as prolific of changes as centuries were in past times. This is perfectly well understood by the far-seeing capitalists of Europe. The Ba- rings, and other European capitalists, invest their funds here, for the reason that no such changes can occur here. Our government is the most sta- ble on the face of the earth, and will outlive all others, except it be that of France; and hence they take our government loans in )reference to those of any other government. And are our citizens to adopt a contrary policy? Are they to be so silly as to invest their money, with the liability at any time to lose it, and with the absolute certainty staring them in the face of losing it some time or other, be it near or distant? England’s hour may not have yet come; but it is nota long way oft. Her fall, however, is inevitable, and when 1t does take place, it will be accompanied by the con- sequences we have mentioned. Tur Poor Sorprer.—We have had some splen- did celebrations on account of the victories obtain- edin Mexico. Orations have been pronounced over the heroic deeds of our troops. Many of our generals have been feted from the beginning of the week tothe end of it. Now, a different class of those heroes is returning—the rank and file, who did the work ; and how are they treated on their return home ? A detachment of the New York volunteers has returned, and has been received with some degree of respect. Prayers have been pronounced over the ashes of their fallen comrades ; but the living remains of that patriotic band, are now encamped on a little field near Fort Hamilton, and present an aspect that ought to make the heart bleed, and the tears flow. Where is the active benevolence of this city? A few days ago, all the theatres contn- buted benefits—all the stages ran for one day at double price, for the purpose of aiding and assist- ing two popular proprietors of omnibuses in! the upper part of the city. This was good—it was ge- nerous—it was excellent. On many occasions the benevolence of New York has been equally po- tent to the friendless, the fatherless, to the distress ed, and for every purpose under heaven. Where is all this benevolence when the poor soldier, al- most naked and hungry, is now among us from the glorious fields of Churubusco, Cerro Gordo, and Mexico? Come, let us have a generous subscription in all the public places, and among all kinds of men, to aid and assist those poor fellows, who are now sleeping on the tented ground, and suffering for want of proper food and clothing, near Fort Hamil- ton. We will putdown atthe head of any sub= serption list ene hundred doHars, in order to aid and benefit the poor, but brave, fellows, who have returned from the fields of glory, and who, as yet, have received none of that attention which the lead- ers, and chieftains, and generals, have carried off. Letthere be an immediate subscription for the poor New York volunteers. Who will follow? Where are the theatres? Where the churches ? Where the patriotic? Let’s know. . Desrarcurs From THe Paciric.—Dr. Mosely, of \he United States Navy, late of the frigate Inde- penden bearer of despatches from the West coast of America, arrived at New Orleans on the steamer Great Western from Jamaica and St, Thomus ‘Theatrica! and Musical. Boweay Turarne.—The delightful summer weather which prevailed last evening, was taken advantage of by many to visit the Bowery theatre, and witness the exeellent performances which are given every ev -ning at this favorite and popular place of amusement. This houre has been doing # tremendous business of late; the tasty and splendid manner in which the manager has produced the fime spectacle pieces of the * Naiad Queen,” the ‘ Wizard of the Wave,” and“ Cherry and Fair Star,” and several other dramas, would have done credit to'any theatre in the Union, ‘In theatres, as well as in evecy other kind of business, liberality and enterprise are sure to succeed; and in these two important particulars, the Bowery is, and always has been, pre-eminent. Last evening, the house was well fille ad the drama of the “ Bleeding Nun,” the laughable comedy of “ Johnny Atkins,” and the popu- lar ~ Na‘ad Queen,” were the pieces performed. The two first pieces were played with much éclat by the members of the company, and the interest and amuse- ment afforded the audience by,their efforts, were very great. Quite @ sensation was produced during the performance of the first piece, by an accident which occurred to Mrs. Jordan, which might have been serious. Mrs. J. was ascending a ladder in the scene, and fell off wh bout feet from the stage. Hap- pily, she received no injury, and on her appearing and announcing this to the audience, she was loudl cheered. Mrs J. went on with her part, and conclu itwith her usual excellence, Miss Taylor’s “ Naiad Queen” was the sai piece of} performance. We must say that Mi \d her troupe of graceful Naiads, make most exe Idiers, and many a mi- litary company might 'n @ useful lesson in accu- rate drilling and manceuvring, by witnessing Miss Tay- lor’s ge going through their evolutions. To- night, the “ Naiad Queen” will be repeated, and with it the farce of“ Crimson Crimes,” and the spectacle of © Cherry and Fair Star.” Nunto’s, Astor Piace, Broapwar.—Niblo is, with- out dispute, one of the most original and enterprising men in the theatrical world, on this side of the Atlan- tic,—we say “ one of them,” because there are several others. This beautiful Astor palace, so lately the ex- clusive resort of the exclusives, has been taken by s.crm by the bourgeoise citizens with Niblofor the Ge- neral and Commander-in-chief; the monarchy of a few exclusive people has been put down, and a repub- lic established, and nightly may be seen assembled the crowds of republicans bent on amusing themselves'and being amused, who now resort to this charming and delightful theatre. Last evening, the gentle Miss Kate Horn and th<farch and sarcastic Miss ‘'elbin, united to draw down repeated rounds of applause from a delighted audience, in their pretty and charming personificatious in the pleasing vaudeville of “Somebody Kise.” The dancing which followed was exquisite, both that which was executed by the two charming Misses Lehman, with their sweet, romantic names of Julia and Flora, and well did the romance of their lovely motions in the bewildering dance respond to the romance of the pret- ty names of those still prettier young ladies, But what pen can describe the movement, the grace, the air, the wok, the je ne sais quoi of the sweet delicious dancing of that fairy creature, that fascinating sylph, M’lle Ade- luide? We will not attempt to make the description. ‘To be understood and appreciated, she and M’lle Ma- thilde must be seen. To all the amateurs of oriental gorgeousness, in the luxury of womanly loveliness, we must say, go and see M’lle Adelaide, Our space will not peat us to do justice to the “Vol au Vent,” which followed the pleasing interlude of refreshments, to which we, with the company in general, did ample justice. Here, again, Niblo shews his skill and taste. ‘We will only say that the Lehman family, with Joe Marzetti form such a concentration of fun, laughter, merriment and entertainment, that nothing in the ‘Whole domain of King Momus can equal or excel it. Cnatvam Tacatre.—This popular place of amuse- ment accommodated quite a large audience last eve- ning, and the efforts of the various members of the com- pany were as succeseful as usual. ‘The performances for the season are now drawing tos close; indeed, the house will shortly be closed, though there is patronage enough agiven it to allow the manager to keep it open all the time. The never-tiring ‘Glance at New York,” andthe excellent performances of the company genv- rally. seem to afford a never-tiring fund of pleasure and amusement. Last evening, the beautiful draue of “Clari, the Maid of Milan,” was the first piece, Miss Mestayer taking the part of Clari, and performing it verp effectively. ‘This is most beautifuldrama, and when well performed, as it was last night, is one of the most effective on the stage. Miss M. sung the sweet ballad of “Home, sweet Home,” with much feeling and elegance. The farce of the “Unfinished Gentleman” concluded the performances. To-night, a very at- tractive bill is put forth, viz: the drama of the “Golden Farmer,” with Chanfrau, Winans and Miss Mestayer, in the principal characters. The “Glancejat New York’? andthe “Wandering Boys,” will conclude the per- formances. Cast. yGanvex.—We often surprised§to find the attendance at this invigorating, healthy lo- cation so limited. Nothing can possibly exceed the ‘beautiful scenery by which it is surrounded. It com- mands a view of the most magnificent bay in the world, with vessels ofevery description passing to and fro.— The building itself has been greatly improved sinc last season—the stage lowered, and the proscenium e: tirely new. Besides, the proprietors use every me to please their patrons. The performances, last e ning, commenced with the drama, called “The Captain of Watch,” in which Liekinson and Baker, as Vis count de Ligny and Baron Vonderpotter, sustained the.r characters well. This was succeeded by a vocal concert, which passed off with great eclat. ‘Next fol- lowed the dramatic adventures of “ Box and Cox,” in which the truly comic Holland and G. H. Andrews kept the audience in roars of laughter. The “ Double Bed- ded Room,” an excellent farce, wound up the enter- tainments, andjHolland, as Dulcimer Pipes, Nickinson, as Major Minus, and Mrs. Vernon as Mra. Deputy Lo- max, received the hearty cheers of the audience. The entertainments this Chee, mae for the benefit of the Choctaw chief, Chubbee, when a splendid programme will be presented for the amusement of those who visit the Garden. Buaton’s Tueatre.—This beautifal theatre was again filled to its utmost capacity last evening, when the entertainments were exceedingly varied and inte- resting, commencing with a grand divertisement by 24 of the Viennoise children, called the “Pas Hongrois,” which was succeeded by the truly laughable faree of “Irish Help,” Mr. Brougham, the popular comedian, appearing as Paddy Ryan, in which character he elici- ted long continued bursts of applause. The Vien- noise children then favored the audience with ten of their most popular national and character dances, which drew forth the most gratifying evidences of ad: miration. The exciting and truly affecting drama, entitled the “Miller's Mai: the second time, with inereased interest and ec/at, Mr. Crisp as Giles, was Lag aging and rapturously applaud- ed; Miss Chapman, as Phebe,at the close of the first, act, when she discovers that her bethrohed is her own brother, was very good, and came in for a goodly share of approbation; ‘Mr. Raymond, as Matty Marvellous was irresistibly comic, and bids fair to become a great favorite. The entertainments concluded by the cel brated divertisement of “Pas des Fleurs,” by the Vien- moive danseuses To-night the Viennoise children take their farewell benefit, and give a grand final en- tertainment, appearing in four of their most popular ieces; in addition to which, Mr. Crisp appears as ‘ristam Fickle, and the comecietta of the “Weather- eock;” and Mr. Brougham as Paddy Murphy O’Bralla- ghan, in the “Irish Dragoon.” Stevermarxiscue.—The last grand instrumental concert of this musical company, was attended last evening by highly fashionable and select audience, The high reputation which they enjoy, in connection with their deserved popularity, could not but ensure them a crowded attendance at’ the Tabernacle; and, we were much gratified to witness so just an apprecia- tion of their high and acknowledged talents. In the course of the evening, they performed the grand march “Re Major,” overture toThe Syren,” and “So- crets of the Viennoise Dancing World,” with their usual taste and execution. The overture was received with the most enthusiastic applause. The Stradilla Quadrilles, (Strauss,)ywere rapturously applauded and enoored; and the entire programme, as performed by this highly gifted company, delighted the crowds who were present, We understand that several admirers of the superior and varied ability of this inimitable band, have endeavored to prevail on them to remain a few.days longer in this city. We feel assured that their compliance would afford infinite satisfaction to the numerous admirers of their splendid talents, The Sarkenen ot perform this evening, at Brooklyn, as will be seen on reference to the bills of the day. Mavnice Straxoscn.—This rarely gifted and highly accomplished artist, now acknowledged to be one of the best pianists that has ever visited this country, will give a concert at New Haven, on Monday evening next. He will be assisted by the celebrated baritone, Mone. Dutreil, from the French Opera Company, of New Orleans, who will sing several scenas from the most admired operas. The great pianist will execute several of the beautiful pieces which he played at the Taberna among which is the inspiriting, beautiful p, called the “ Storming of Monterey,” which he as dedicated to the illustrious General Taylor. No doubt the concert room will be crowded, and that he will meet with ebe enthusiastic cheers which he re- ceived on his first appearance in this city. Borresint any Anviti.—We understand that these truly ecientific artists have been tendered a benefit by Messrs, French and Heiser, as an acknowledgment of their high satisfaction during their engagement, and as amark of their esteem for their splendid musical acquirements. It is almost unnecessary to point out the towering abilities of Bottesini, to those who have before heard him. ‘The duo from I Puritani, dedicated to the Americans, which they played the other evening, is one of their best efforts;—the double base is distinet- ly heard, while in conjunction with the violin, pouring forth the sweetest and most harmonious ostave tones, both producing such euphonious melody as to perfectly entrance the audience, In fact, whilst one is perform- ing the singing part, the other regales the audience with a kind of copy iccia, asf an accompaniment, which we believe nobody but Bottesini himeelt could execute. The performance of « new fantasia from the opera of I Due Foscari, by Arditi, elicited the greatest appl Animated, perbaps, by the presence of a select, ‘ibeoe! ing audience, he executed this pieee with all the aplen- dor and briliianey which nothing but long study, deep science and natural gifts could give to it. We hope, whatever evenimzjmay be set apart for the benefit of these deserving artista, to see Castle Garden crowded in every department, Mapame axp Mons, Lanonne—These excellent vooal- ints, who have been so highly lauded in the Freneh journals, will appear at Niblo’s theatre, Astor Place, (n Monday evening, in afconeert dramatique. ‘They will sing the grand seena from “La J! )” also the beautiful aria from “ La Serment,” and several seenas was then performed for | | | | | | } | made at $8 1234. Whiskey was inactive. from * William Tell.” This novelt; the enterprising manager of Astor i Cuutsty’s Minstrets.—This is the last day of the concerts of these unrivalled singers. They have ac- xtraordin: degree of celebrity and popu- larity by their admirable entertainments, which have been so fully patronized during the ten months of their stay here, To-day they wilt sing at three, and also at eight o’clock, P. M; and will, a a matter of course, introduce their very best songs, for these, their final entertainments. Banvarn’s Panon. —The exhibition of this great work will close on the 22d inst., as it is then to be re- moved from the city. It has now been exhibiting here for iyi agin months, we believe, and during all that time, it been visited every evening by handreds. It thus has thousands of admirers among the citixe: ofthe Union; but still there are thousands who hay. net seen it, and who ouget not to let it gowithout a visit. We bel that it is a work of art that has ne- ver been equi To-day it will be exhibited twice, vig; at 8and8 P.M. Tue Pawonama or Genenat Tarton’s Mexican Campaign, at the Minerva Rooms, is delighting hun- dreds of our citizens. It is'well worth a visit, and now- a-days, when there is 90 much excitement in favor of General Taylor, a glance at some of his actions in Mexico cannot fail to be interesting. TELEGRAPHIC INTELLIGENCE, Summary of the Latest News. We learn from Washington, that the Senate Was yesterday engaged ina discussion on the bill to establish a branch of the United States mint in New York. Considerable opposinon was raised to the bill, and after an amendment to establish a branch also at Charleston, S. C., had been adopted, it was finally rejected by a vote of 21 to 27. The House was engaged in a debate upon the military bill, with the Senate’s amendment, postponing a reduction of officers until the 4th of March next. The Senate’s amendment granting three months’ extra pay to officers, é&c., was agreed to. Major General Butler has left New Orleans for ‘Washington. Commissioner Sevier has arrived at the seat of government. The usual commercial reports, &c., will be found among our despatches below. will tell well for theatre. Gen. Butler—Steamship Crescent City: New Orueans, July 10, 1848. General Butler and suite left to-day for Wash- on. ithe steamship Crescent City, from New York, via Havana, arrived this morning, making the passa an eight and a half days, the stoppage at lavana included. Arrival of Mr. Sevier at Washington—Rall- road Accident, é&ec. hae , Baurimore, J yas 1848. Commissioner Sevier has arrived at ton Two men, names not known, were run over by the rail cars between Frederick and Baltimore, yesterday. , > ‘ Markets are firm, and a fair business is doing. THIRTIETH CONGRESS. FIRST SESSION. Senate. Wasuixerton, July 14, 1848. The Senate convened at 11 o'clock. The Vice Pre- sident resumed his seat and called to order. BRANCH MINTS IN NEW YORK AND CHARLESTON, After the transaction of some unimportant busi! ness, Mr. Dicxinson, of New York, moved to take up the bill in favor of establishing a branch mint in New York, which was agreed to. Mr. Dickinson spoke briefly in support of the bill. Mr. Burien offered an amendment to the bill, in fa- vor of establishing a branch mint at Charleston, South Carolina. Mr. Bavcrr, of North Carolina, spoke in strong terms of Senoethian: to the bill and the proposed amend- ment as being calculated to involve the government im unnecessary expense in the present depressed con- dition of the treasury. Mr. Dickinson replied, and showed the necossity of the measure and its importance to the commercial in- terests of ihe country, Mr. Nixxs of Connecticut spoke at some length in opposition to the bill, ir. Buren of South Carolina spoke in support of the amendment. Mr. Dix ot New York spoke in bare to the amendment aud in support of the branch mint proposed in New York, ‘Mr. Bapoen rejoined. Psiery some further debate the amendment was adopted. The question then recurred on the passage of the bill Ms amended, which was rejected, by yeas 21, mays 27. EXKCUTIVE SESSION. On motion of Mr. Benton, the Senate then went into Executive session, and after spending some time therein, the doors were opened and the Senate ad- Journed over till to-morrow, Saturday. House of Representatives, The House assembled at 11 o’clock. The §| taking his seat, called to order. The jo and approved. REDUCTION OF MILITARY OFFICERS, After the transaction of some routine business, On motion of Mr. Botts, of Virginia, the House took up the military bill, with the Senate’s amend- ment, postponing the reduction of officers until the 4th of March next. This gave rise to a running debate of considerable animation, in which Mr. Jones, of ‘Tennesree; Mr. Botts, Mr. Haskell, of Tennessee; Mr. Haralson, of Georgia, and others participated, The debate was continued for three hours, when Mr. Borts moved that the House disagree to the Senate’s amendments, in order to ask for a conference committee, which was carried. The House then agreed to the Senate’s amendment in taped of granting three months extra pay to offi- cers, ke. On motion, the House adjourned over till to-morrow, Saturday. er, On was read Markets. New Orteays, July 10.—The cotton market, in con- sequence of private advices received by the Cambria, is dull, with but little enquiry. No sales to report. Sugar and molasses are without change. Flour is quiet. Axzany, July 14.—Receipts within the past twenty} four hours—Flour, 5,700 bbls; corn 5,000 bushels. Flour was dull, without change in quotations, with limited sales. Corn—Sales of 9,000 bushels of mixed were made at 48c. Pork—60 bbls Ohio prime were There was no change in other articles. Hayti.—The American schooner Barbados, has just called off here, trom Cape Hayti, with a load | of American produce, in search of a market. The Barbados passed these Islands last week from Bos- ton for the Cape, but such is the confusion and dis- tress :here and throughout the republic, that her cargo was unsaleable, and she comes here with a hope to sell. Our market, we fear, is too well supplied at this moment to warrant an entry. 0 bloodshed had, as yet, occurred at the Cape, President Souloque not having reached there. He, by last accounts, was at Aux Cayes with his troops, to whom he had mercilessly promised the pillage of Aux Cayes. But failing in his intention, they (his troops) it is said, are dictating terms tohim. The British vessel of war Daring and_a French war vessel were at Port au Prince. The U.S. ship Saratoga was at Aux Cayes.—Turk’s Island Ga- zette, June 27. THE WEEKLY HERALD. NBWS FROM FRANCE. ke, &e, Ke The Weekly Herald will be published at nine o'clock this morning. It will contain a full and highly inte- testing history of the frightfal eventsfin Paris on the 23d, 24th, 25th, and 26th of June. It will also contain all the other news received during the last week.— Single copies in wrappers, ready for] mailing, sixpence. ‘Them $5 Suits are a blessing to many a poor proud fellow. It isa fact, that people come thousands of miles ‘to this store, aye, even from California, to get one of them $5 suite, They comprise Cloth Coat, Cassimere Pants, and fancy Vest; also, Cashmeret! Alpaca and Linen Coats, $1 to $6 each, corner of Nass n street New Crop—New Flour, from new North Ca= rolina wheat, a superior article for bakers. at Croton Mille, 201 Cherry street. HECKER & BROTHEK. Diamend Pointed Goid Pens..8. EK. Watson & Co, 16 Wall street, sell Gold Pensof overy description, whole- tale and retail, at unprecedented low prices. " Their Richelieu pen jaa crent favorite, and in the pnblic estimation, the best and cheapest Pen in use, points warranted nof to come off Gold pens repointed” Dr, Morehead’s Graduated Magnetic Ma- chines—These unrivalled and invaluable iastraments. have re- ceived the entire approval of the medical profession. Tn all casos of Dyspepsia, Fits, Paralysis and Nervous Disorders generally, thelr’ chests are traly wonderful, Manafhotured and sold by 1 C. MOKEHEAD, M, D., 182 Broadway, New York, Price $12 complete and warranted, Dye for the Hair...We would recommend those wishing a perfect Hair Dye to call at, Batchelor's, No, 2 Wall street, He has a quid that instantly changes groy hair’ or Whiskers to a natural black or brown, without injury to the hair orskin, Copy the addrers, New York, 15th July, 1848,..Having afew deys at the Franklin House, kept by Mr, Wilson, in Tarry- town, I deem it a duty to recommend it to persons who wish to pase a few days in the country. as avery desirable hove. venty-nix miles from New York; the steamer fare is onlywix conte. The « is beautiful, and the drives to Sing en Crot a Dam, ond Yonkers, are equal to any to be met with in ths world, ‘The steamer leaves Tarrytown %4 before 7, A. M., and New Yok, 4 P.M, every day, from foot of Chambers sirest, Good Lands in Arkansas, are tlers. See notice in New York Sun, under h ven to Set~ ‘of Wante, Dyspepsia._The are cured Fr pony eure aay ease ‘Townserd — Sir:—I take that your Sarraparilla has completely of long standing. It appeared my Sraiee srr: aceom| with a severe toeate that Tam now Corner of Twenty-eeventh Principal Office, 126 Fulton street. mney Cutlery Lf Broad Cut! twa Bradvay, fie Tobecrters raped ia of he Pacts te ntanniel eo unde dn eon nie strict to ity,and in all cases are warranted. DERS © BON, 1¢7 and 947 Brostway. General King urn oe rapa —_The psrernag te f Id soldier, “a litt ptain eal sapalled by the auivemal sty, wandther of ‘your Hate, ‘2 and rare style Knox's vers, Hate, Cope is acknowledged hy everyeody 123 Fulton st. The cheapest and in the city to Boots, Shoes © Gaiters, ie op dense: 14 Ann street, near the Mu- soum, First quality of trench boots, $4 50; second do, $3 50. Congress boots, from $2 50 to $3 50. Notice.~While the Doctors Townsend are discussing the comparative merits of their rival Syrane “the public are reminder “ha ee eaceae abel Teagan Ge er, are fand other parts of the city, The Arrival of the New York Volunteers, also of fine French calf boots ; all who are in want of good and cheap boots, abuuld go to our friend, Young, eorner Fulton and Nassou streets. He selis his fine French calf boots at $4 50, usual Sunil) 4400 and $9; gallery, shoes, hes equally low. - " ‘THE DOCTOR, igo cle foot mfyegd form of tr rit le ws e form ding, Be. or Boiled with milk, far superior to, tapioca or ny article of the kind, and found peculiarly beneficial for persons of sedentary bits, Liberal discount to groe Dante ROKER & BROTHER, Groton Mills, 201 Cherry st. COMMERCIA: AFFAIRS. — MONEY MARKET, - Friday, July 14—6 P. M. The stock market improved a fraction to-day. At the First Board Harlem advanced 1 per cent ; Nor- wich and Worcester, }¢ ; Reading Railroad, 1; Mlinois Funded, % ; Treasury Notes fell off \¢ per cent. The sales were not large; but the feeling is decidedly better, andthe probability is that the lowest prices for most of the fancies have been touched. The Equitable Insurance Company has declared a dividend of five per cent. The Bank of Savings has declared the usual divi dend, payable on the 17th July. The Bowery Savings Bank has declared the usual dividend, payable on the 17th inst. The Seamen’s Bank of Savings has declared§ithe ‘usual dividend, payable on the 17th inst. The Delaware and Raritan Canal and Camden and ‘Amboy Railroad and Transportation Company have declared a semi-annual dividend of six per cent. The Bank of Kentucky has declared a semi-annual dividend of twe-and-a-half per cent, payable at the Bank of America, on the 15th July. The Bank of Mobile has declared a dividend of two- and-a-balf per cent, for the last six months, The Mobile Insurance Company have declared a divi- dend of twenty-five per cent. The Merchants’ Insurance Company of Mobile, have declared a dividend of six per cent. The Firemen’s Insurance Company of Mobile, have declared a dividend on their capital stock of twenty per cent. The Lewis County Bank, another Safetyl|Fund bank, has suspended. Its motes are no longer redeemed in ‘Wall street. ‘The following rich exposé ofthe affairsof the Canal Bank of Albany, we take from the Albany Atlas. It gives the public an insight into the machinery of those safety fund banks, which will be of vast service if they will only govern themselves accordingly. The Canal Bank has long been the pet institution of the advo- cates of the system, and has ever been considered the model bank of the State. The developements made since its suspension, are another evidence of the rotten- ness of banks generally, and the ability they have of sustaining their credit to the latest moment of their existence. Here isa bank rotten to the very core, ma- naged by the oldest political demagogue of the State, enjoying a high credit amidst all its corruption, and its Dills held with confidence by mechanics and laboring men of all classes, in every section of the State—and when such things exist, where are we to look for secu- rity? The annexed article from the Atlas, tells the story, and it is particularly interesting to those who do not happen to be creditors of the bank, coming from a paper of the same political party :— Canat Bank or ALpany. [From the Albany Atlas, July 18th.] The excitement in the public mind in regard to the failure of the Canal Bank, which had somewhat subsi- ded, has been re-inflamed bythe facts that have trans- pired, during theinvestigation. Among the any dis. graceful bankruptcies in this State, there has probably never occurred one worse than this. ‘The commissioners appointed to examine into the concern have found, it is said, less than a thousand dollars in specie, and not one bill of a solvent bank; and this, and the accumulation of broken notes on hand, constitute the assets of the bank! On the other hand, the circulation is found to be double the amount first reported by the officers, It is already ascertained to be $190,000, and the investigation has not yet termi- nated. Thesmount due to individual depositors, and tocountry banks is very great, for the institution paid a large and unaccustomed rate of interest for the use of deposits. The hope that was first entertained that the loss would be confined to the stockholders, and that the bill-holders and depositors would be safe, has sensibly diminished before this revelation of the empti- ness of the bank vaults, and the discovery of this un- eted amount of indebtedness. ‘he rab! Pads constitute the Board of Direc- tors of the ban! ‘Thaddeus Joy, Edwin Croswell, Charles Van Benthuy- sen, Edward Archer, Theodore Olcott, H. T. Meesick, Rob. C. Russell, Elisha M. Pratt, Archibald iMcClure, Cyrus Hawley, J, K. Paige, Shaler Cady, S. W. Hoag, Wm. J. Fryer, DanielH. Ford. J. K. Paige, President; Theodore Olcott, Cashier. In this list our citizens will recognize the names of bead estimable and upright men, who, far from being implicated in the mismanagement, have merely had & nominal authority, and are the [age victims of the explo:ion They willrecognize the name of others also, who stand in t! Ae, eid category, and who, if they have not reaped the benefits of the mysterious system of bank operations, have been its controlling direc- tors, and are responsible to the community, and to their associates for this catastrophe. ‘The chief among them, the real master spirit of the concegn, is Edwin Croswell. He was named in the charter of the bank as one of the original commission- ers to distribute the stock. This was in 1829, He is the only one of the first directors that hasremained in the board, through the nineteen years since. In 1840 & contest arose respecting the administration of the bank, and an attempt was made by a portion of the di- rectors to investigate some of the secret practices of the management, This resulted in a memorable con- test for the control of the institution, in which, by great efforts and adroit management, the Croswell par- ty triumphed, and the “ disorganizing” gentlemen who had sought an investigation, were compelled to abandon the board. After this the power of the bank centered chiefly in his person. He was temporarily chosen its president; but his political friends remon- strated with him on the impolicy of occupying that position, when fresh from an anti-bank war, and he ‘was content with the actual control over the institu- tion, without the name of president. He struggled to avert the exposure, and the day be- fore the bankruptcy, made a desperate attempt to bor- row $100,000 to carry the concern ona while longer. ‘Whether at this time the vaults of the bank were as empty as they were when the State Commissioners reached them, we cannot even guess. It is said, too. that he is a debtor to the institution to the amount of $50,000. We have waited for the Argus to tell the pub lic how the $300,000 eapital of the bank, the $200,000 circulation, and the hundreds of thousands deposited by the State, by individuals, and by distant banks, have been squandered, and why it Leave no intimation of the fact? It has been silent. @ silence which it observed when the worthless paper of the bank was being forced on the community, down to the moment of the explosion, it still continues in order to cover mr) the dark and mysterious operations of the discoun room, But it will have to speak out. The public have a right to know the mystery of this iniquity; and they will require that the actual chief manager of this con- cern shall give an account of his administration for the last ten years, The list of directors given in the above comprises some of the most respectable names in the city of Al- pany; and we have no doubt their supposed respecta- bility bas given the institution over which they pre- sided, a credit and character which it would not have enjoyed, had it been established by individuals less widely known, but of more real respectability, ‘The managers of every bank in the State, and, we might say, in the world at large, have the reputation of being the most “respectable and upright” men in ex- istence ; but, so far as our experience goes, all of our most notorious “highly respectable”? men are the most consummate scoundrels in existence. Somehow or other, these individuals—who unfortunately comprise a large portion of the reputed men of wealth—obtain a reputation for honesty, &¢., and make use of that repu- tation for the purpose of swindling the community, It is the easiest thing in the world for any desperate cha- racter, who wishes to get up a swindling concern of any kind, to make up a board of directors of most “highly respectable names.” ‘These individuals lend their names for the most dishonest purposes; and, when the explosion takes place, they re- pudiate all connection with the concern ; and say that they never gave their consent to have their names used. Every one acquainted with Wall street matters, can testify to the truth and correctness of those re- marke, and instances corroborating them have not been g i 4 B wanting within the past ten or fifteen years. We hay done every thing” from the machinations of these “ highly respectable, individuals, but they have still found many dupes, ang have practised their villainy with impunity. The ex perience of the past three or five years is sufficient to have opened the eyes of this community, at all events; and it is a matter of much astonishment how institu- tions similar to the Canal Bank of Albany can con- tinue so long in existence in such a rotten condition. ‘This bank is by no means aloue. There are dozens. of others in this State similarly situated; and when- ever an explosion comes, and come it will, we shall find Mists of directors as“ highly respectable, as estimable and upright,” as that presented by the Canal Bank of Albany. We again warn the public to beware of safety fand bank issues. Do not touch them; and all who haveany, better get rid of them atonce at the most reasonable shave offered. The fallacy of bank re- ports, as made under existing laws, is pretty clearly il- lustrated in the case of this Canal Bank. The annexed statement exhibits the condition of the bank, accord- ing to a report made by the President and Cashier, om oath, on the 4th of March last:— Canau Bank or Avpany. Resources $619,896 98 Loans and Discounts ‘Loa 4 Discounts thisBank,.- == Sum aon Loansand Discounts to Brokers, 3.000 OS Beal Batata, naae die “on oe actasiges Stocks and Promissor aiat 6b Doe from Directors of this Bat 088 16 ih iter Bills of solvent’ Banks on aie 60 Bills of suspended Banks oO Due fom Banks HD is $1,204,046 8 iabilities. 000 00 Petits, ; Sigs 8B Beak issued 4 hand, ba Bank No! issued and on ce pike: 3,781 00 istered Bank Notes received from ¢ Comptroller. 245,155 istered hei Sib 8 rece 20,580 ‘Comptroller, on hand. ate Due Treasurer of the State of New ()) SPENT RRL S PEE Due Ci \issioners of the Canal Fund Bt 16 26 a eae nites oe 8 or dividen $1,204,846 8 It appears, by the investigation now going on, that the circulation amounts to $190,000,and that the specie on hand is less than one thousand dollars ($1000); and that nota single bill of a solvent bank has been found in the concern. What has become of the $86,158 im bills of solvent banks, reported on hand om the 4th of March last? We see very little prospect of the bil} holders getting even a fraction of their claims. Stock rag ey Co $°4,500 Treas Notes, 6's 10434 125 shs Nor & Wor RR 5000 do BIO 10484 25. do 2000 do 20 1043¢ 50 Reading RR 60 2000 Ky Selargebonds Se 30 do FE . ° foo Reis T ote bona 96) 100 Long IslandRR 60 28 5000 Ohio 6s of 60 99) 50 do Z 500 Ohio 78 102! 100 do 100 Tilinois Fundable 4244 100 do ‘p10 1€0 shs Farmers Trust b15 2 = 600 do 100 ar 50 do ‘10 200 do 23° «:200 Harlem RR. ‘boo 10 Ohio Life & Trust 7 100 do 60 40 Mech & Trad of NO Te 100 do 0 58 160 Morris Canal Xu Ww do 0 53 ‘15 New York Marine 80 50 do 100 @anton Co 334 100 do a0 50 do D603 100 do 50 do 33% 350 do 53) 3 do uw RR 50 she N Am Trust 9} 650 shs Harlem 20 Harlem RR 52! 0 Farmers’ Trust zB a do 63 2 full oD do w RR 60 CITY TRADE REPORT. New Yor, Friday afternoon, July 14. There was no change of moment in flour. Common brands of this State and Western were heavy, while the better class of brands was selling in a moderate way at steady prices. Southern was quiet at previous pric There was some new Southern wheat on the mal of which was sold on terms stated below. A lot Ohio was also disposed of. In corn, sales were chiefly confined to New Orleans and Western mixed, at about previous rates. Meal, rye and oate stood about thesame The previous improved feelii in pork continued, with fair sales. Lard continu firm, with an upward tendency in prices. In groe- ries, there was more activity in sugars, while moe lasses was steady. Asnes.—The sales reached about 600 bbls, includi: pots, mostly, at $5, with some small sales at $4 94, ant pearls at $5 8734. Breavsturrs—Flour—The sales footed up 5000 bb! in various lots, including Oswego, Lockport Rock, &e., at $5a $5 1234, and Ohio flat be shed $5 25; asmall lot of poor quality, this State, sold at $4 pure Genesee sold at $5 50.0 $5 62% ; and $6 87: $6 1236 for fancy; sales of 200 bbls Southern wero made ut $6. ‘heat—There were 2,500 bushels new Southern offered, 650 bushels of which were sold at. $1 21, and 2,500 do Ohio white sold at $125, Corn— The sales reach 20,600 a 30.000 bushels, includit 000 bushels Western mixed, at 48c ; 2,200 at 4630, for distilling ; 2,500 a 3,000 do Sou wi rata, at 50c ; 6,000 a 7,000 do Western mixed, at 460 ; do Western mixed, heated, at 47¢ ; 2,600 do do, at 460, for distilling ; 1,000 do handsome flat y. fold at 53c, and sales of round yellow were reported at 543gc @ bbc. Meal—Sales of 200 bbls. were made at $200; the stock in first hands continued light. Rye ur—Sales of 400 bbls. were made at $3 60 a $3 Correr—Sales by auction of 75 bags Laguayra, Oats—A cargo or two of canal old at 43c a 4c. slightly damaged, at 450 a 530, cash, e@TTON—' market continues quite firm, with sales of 800 bales for export, Livenroow Cuassirication. Inferior. .... ere: none Ordin: a 6! Big a 5} once seas 65, 0 6 a 6 6 ak y a7 a7 8 igaie HOR inal ‘none To Liverpool rates remained pretty much the same, 4,000 a 5, bushels of corn in Ly were engaged at 5d, and some heavy goods at 20s, There was nothing new to other ports. Fisu—We noticed a better demand for mackerel, with sales of 1,500 barrels Massachusetts, inclu No. 1’s at $7 50, No. 2’s at $5 50, and No. 3's at $3 Dry cod was all in store, and holders generally manded $2 25 & $2 50 for good to extra parcels, -Her- ring were dull of sale, and we could hear of no opera- tions worth reporting. Favit—The cargo of the Algonquin, from Palermo, was disposed of to-day by public auction, It con. sisted of 1,260 boxes mountain oranges at $3.0 $3 50 5 264 do, in poor order, at $1 50 a $1 624 ; 360 do lemons at $3 a $3 3734 ; 572 do at $2 124 a $2 3736; and 330 do at $175 a $2, cash. At private sale there was but little done, save some raisins, at previous prices. Honry—Only a fair inquiry existed for Cuba po ag The transactions did not exceed 50 tierces, at 400, Hives—The market is quite flat; the stock in first hands is very heavy ; holders are anxious to sell, but, inasmuch as the dealers are pretty well supplied for immediate wants, there is no disposition to 5 hides, except at priees below the prosent asking and sellin rates, which are extremely low, but not so low but tl they give a profit in some instances; and as this is considered the best market for hides, the impression is that the imports will be yet considerable, and eonse- quently lead to lower prices than at present, Bueno Ayres and Rio Grande are held at 8c, with a heavy discount off—bu talk of 8¢ as their mark to operate j Orinoco 73sec, but no sales of consequence at 8. The imports for the present iy ec are last year, up to this date, by about 100,000. The tanners and owners of leather are batty sip, ih ry much from the ruinously low prices; but as they made largely this year, they are fortunately in a position to hold their stocks, if need be, and many are determined to store rather than sell now, preferring to trust to winter prices rather than the present, Much of the misfortune of low prices ittributable to the poor quality of leather made this year, which did much to [break the market down. This fact was adverted to last year, and admonished the tanners of the consequences. Lean was said to be somewhat firmer, but we could: hear of no sales. Lime was in falr request, at 65a 68¢ for common ‘Thomaston. Motasses.—A good demand for distilling, with sales of 1000 hhds Cuba tart, at (a fhice ‘bargain, bat su about 1534 a 16c; part of the above was for the Kast, Nava. Stones,—There was but a moderate busines# done in any description. Some parcels of spirits were ploked up at 34a 5c. Of rosin the supply was lights here being none of any consequence Th first hands. Wilmington would be quick at 80c, and North County poh Tar and pitch remained as before, with light. 8. O1ts.—This being a dull season for linseed, there wae not much movement in the market. Within a few days, some 1500 gallons English have changed hands, at 600 a 6lo, and 2000 best American, at 62c a 63, A steady business was doing in whale, at firm prices, Provisions—Sales of 600 bbls pork were made, includ- ing mess, at $10 8734 @ $11. Holders demanded the latter price; and prime at $8 26 a $8 3744, at which the market closed firm, Sales of 360 bbls sour were made at i 4. 6 show 4e; 40 hdds. hams and shoulders (pickled) sold at bc and 3Xo, Beef—Sales of 200 bbls mess at; $12 60; prime was worth about $660. Li 98 of 400 bbls were made at 7ige'n 730; strictly prime was held at 8c, The market closed wich am upward tendency, which restricted sales, Cheese and Butter ed about the same, with moderate transactions, i oy, continued good, with sales of $3 373g por 100 Ibs. Sticks —A sale of 40 bags Jamaica Pimento wae 9% a Oe. Sucans were in active demand to-day at steady rien The transactions embraced 1000 hhds, Cuba juscovado at 37% a d}ge; 1000-hoxes brown Havana 'at & bils. hams were made at 50, and 436 & bao, and 100 barrels refined New Orleans at 740, usual tim Tonac a 400,4 mo: jales by auction of 81 balos Havana at 1%