The New York Herald Newspaper, September 16, 1848, Page 2

| ero I to adjourn till nine o’cloc& In the morning, t0 af to ive fuil reope to the privilege cf debate MS TE hy ne, aet” © Let us do our werk, and go Mm pro t he would «perk out his zat protested that he wee sention: in de fianee of all surpicion: Giece tie kuew there were persons prejudiced against him. (No. no. no!) He koew that in urging a can- ate for Governor he was suspected of Deing on the Yook ‘out for thet office himself, (The doctor was right there was such aruspicion.) But,nir, lum no office- recker; | care not what may be sutd der |") | am in order. nom!natiog Henry D. Gilpin as the free soil candidate for Govertor. Who cen ray that we may not carry the State. Let us put on an independent front before the people They are with us, and the moral effect of the vote om the Governor's election will tell with a mighty power on the Presidential result, But if we decline, our enemies will say we dured not take up a candidate for Governor; wo were £0 weak that we were afraid to doit. By putting out our candidate we may carry the State. “All the people are for free seil; let us show them that they cannot trust Cass or Taylor, and they are with us, It rests with us to lose or gain 100,000 votes on the Presidential election. 1 do not agree with our President that we ought not to discuss this ques- tion, Diseursion is what we want. We cannot have toe much of it. Therefore, 1 hope, we shalladjourn over till to-morrow. (an honest whole-souled Irishman.) said m was no Office seeker. His heart isin plause.) ow Ihave come tothe sober second thought, plause,) He is the man for the times. (Applause.) He is the terror to the slaveholders, (Cheers ) But you, of the East, are behind the people of the West. (Gind to hear it) Yes, we grow in the West of the State as fast as Jonah’s gourd. (Laughter.) I attended one meet- ing lately, in the west of the State, at which only fifty voters were present ; it was at at a small vitinge—and out of these fifty, there was only one for Cass and one for Taylor, Give w ndidate for (jovernor, and we ‘will show in the West what we can do. If you don’t want toxbow your.weakness, let us show curstrength ! (Cheers.) Mr Dovenenrty moved to adjourn to § o’clock to- morrow. The committee on the rubject here came in, and re- ported the Executive Committee for the State, embra- eing several for Philadelphia, and one or more for every Congressional district—Col. Thomas L. Kane, of Phila- delphia.at the committee. Report, with some addi- tions, agreed to. Dr. Stenuins opposed the proposition for State can- didates. ‘They could not draw out one-fifth of the free soil party, and hence the result at the Governor's elec- tion would be doing great injustice to our caus Dr..Kuper took the same ground. The doctrine of free soil was all he wanted. ‘he Governor's election bad pothing to do with it. Let us keep clear of all office-seeking suspicion. For myself, if the prin- ciple succeeds to-day, | care not if ‘the free soil party is disbanded to-morrow. Let us gather up our whole strength, and come like an avelanche upon the bargainers with the slaveholders at the Presidential canvass. Let us show the pad-locked, lcek-jawed, non-committal candidate of the whigs and the pro-slayery candidate of the hunkere, that the people of Pennsylvania are freemen; and let us not weaken our cause by a false iesue in the Gover- nor’s eleetion. Let that go, and bring up your whole column, along the whole line, on the 7th of November and Ged detend the right. (Cheers) “Question.” “Question.’’ “Free speech, free speech.”” Dr. Gazzam replied with great energy in favor of a free scil candidate for Governor and Canal Commis- sioner. He felt confident it would gain the State for Van Buren in the Presidential election. Mr. Suitn, of Philadelphia, replied. He wou.d vote for no man in the State canvass opposed tofree soil; but there was no time now for a free soil organization; and it would be destruction to the cause to adopt e¢ree s0)] State ticket. We should awake suspicion, and lose many good friends in the Presidential contest. Ascene of great confusion followed. It was getting dark, an there was no preparation made to light the hall. “Question!~question!—free speech! free speech! Is it iree epeech to let Dr. Gazzam speak all the time? Order! order!” ‘The Pixsipent called to order, and said if members would not take their seats and come to order, he would Jeave the chair. Several personal explanations followed botween the President and Dr. Gazzam Finally, after a confused and sharp conversation, ‘was egrend, in_order to aliow Dr Gazzam and the sup- porters of a State ticket further time to discuss the question to adjourn until the elose of Mr. John Var Buren’s speech at the market house, and a committee of three was appointed to select another place for the night meeting, as the Court House could not be longer granted 10 the convention. And the convention adjourned, to meet again after John Van Buren’s speech, at sueh place as the com- mittee might secure. [in the interval, the convention tooksupper, and a’ tended the people’s meeting. and the speeches of ) Van Buren and Dr. Elder, the market house, of which an account follows this report. ] MIGHT MEETING OF THE CONVENTION. ‘The convention re-assembled in Odd Fellow’s Hall, at balf. pest ten, P. M. Mr. Deckert, of Reading, in the chair, ‘The following are the resolutions adopted as the plattorm cf the convention, in the afternoon. Rerolved, That this Convention approves and adopt the plat form of principles adopted ly the National Convention of the Friends of Freedom, held at Buffalo, the 9th and 10th of August, i ae. endorse andaccept the nomization les Francis Adams, Ke of Mart for Vice President of the Un ates. . Resolved, That in demanding the preservation of freedom in New Mexico aud California, by act of Congress, we present an issue which is not sectional, but national. We affirm Peineiples Which are net new, but saxctioned by our distinguished tatesmen, and by action of our goverpment since its formation, and that we regard a continuance in this line of policy and prin- €8 demanded alike by the spirit of the aze, by the obliga- tions of humanity, and hy the honor of our common country. — Resclred, That im de the appropriation ‘of the publie Jands to actual settlers, actual settlers only, we adopt a only ¢o afford a home of comtort to Von Buren, fix President, and Chaxk policy i is culoulated no the isboser, Lut diminish the competition of labor in the old States, and that Martin Van Buren, by his support of kindred miarurescf reform, when in power, has entitled himself to the confidence of every working man, f 7 . Gazyant’s resolution, proposing a free soil candi- date for Governor and Canal Commissioner, came up, as the order cf the night. ‘On mctiop, it was resolved that the speaking on each side of the question be limited to fifteen minutes, al- ternately. . After scme rather personal conversation between the parties, on the freedom of speech, Dr Gaztam ded to his first dfteen minutes, in Fupport of State candidates, in view oftbe triumphant effect it must have on the Presidential election. Mr, Wenw, of Tioga, spoke in reply. Such an orga- nization would defeat David Wilmot for Congress, by dividing his friends. Let us leave the State canvass as it is, end we can give 2,000 votes, in Tioga, for Van Bu- renand Adams, and 800 majority for Wilmot. We want to clect bim, and we can elect him, if you will let us alone. Thejgreat strength ofthe free soll party is in the North, and jet usdo nothing to weaken our oaure Mr Dovenenty, of Huntingdon, answered on the other side. He argued for a full State ticket, and was oppored to any covert alliances with the my on either side. He wanted no guerrilla warfare, but a bold, manly, open fight. He argued that the balance Of power fd the Governor ‘wielded by the free soll men, would draw over the weaker of the two great parties to the support of Van Buren in the Presiden- tial election, (Question. Question.) Mr. Esry, of Dauphin, raid that it would be necer- rary to declare State platform, before nominating she great Union platform of free soil nnection with the State election ; and as for members of Congress, we can chatienge them to our support, and they will be glad to accept of our terms. Mr. Jack, of Pittsburg, was for a fair open fight. If you elect Longstreth yeu elect Cass, and we can defeat Longstreth. jIf you defeat Longstreth, you relly a force that will carry the State for Van Buren. If you elect Case, what will become of David Wilmot, even if he is elected? Father Ritchie will eat him up. If Wilmot had bad the right sort of spirit, he might have been now the very first man in the State, but he hangs on to the old hunkers. If Cass is elected, Fother Ritchie will say that Wilmot har been a fool, while, if be bad only the courage of John Van Buren to be independent, and to co: out and defy the old bunkers, he might defeat Cass and make the whole South and Father Ritchie tremble agai: As for Gen. Taylor, he was out of the question. bin might say he would sign the proviso, but he,es Dr, Elder says, is | pad-locked and lock-jawed, and aglong ashe has 230 woolly heads working without wages, he is not the man jor free soil and free labor. (Great cheering ) Mr. Loxosnore, of Bucks, was convinced that State eondidates would give sti th to the cause. It was right in principle, an was right in prineiple could not be wrong in practice. Mr. Wrnn, ot Tioga. maintained that State candi- dater would fo divide tue free sorlers in his district as to defeat David Wilmot, and that his election was a watter next in importance to the Presidential election iteelf, Mr. Jones. of Montgomery, appealed for barmeny im the convention, whatever they might resolve to do. Mr. Kane. of Philadelphia. asked for the reading of a letter in the possession of one of the delegates from David Wilmot, Mr. Ruoves. of Columbia, read an extract of a let- ter from Mr. Wilmot regretting tat he could nor at- tend the convention, and suggesting that State nomi- nations, om the free soil question, would throw sus- picion and distrust on the cause Dr. Gazean protested that the whole of this opposi- | tion to candidetes for Governor and Canal Commis- sioner, was attributable to David Wilmot. He had been writing just euch letters all over the State. He ve a history of the free soil movement in Pennsyiva- showing bow backward Mr. Wilmot had been in forthering ‘he caure, and that hence his recommenda- tions were notet much real importance. Dr. Streeixsthought that enough bad been «nid on the rubject, and that harmony in the convention, is the great object if we derire success Mr. Jackson. of Vittsburgh, was not satisfied with the sorry expedient of challenging the candidates of our opponents on ithe: He wented a clean free [eket for the State election, and wes not afraid of id Mr. late for Stat of Philadelphin, argued that it was too jominations. Nothing could be done and every thing depended upon rtarting right Mr. Srxcenr, of Easton, thought there was too much cowardice in this matter, and that it would be better to show something of the glorious epirit of the barnburners of New Yerk. Mr. Hoon, of Lancaster, to show that he was not Hable to this charge of cowardice, referred to» case yenrr ago, where he had protected an abolitionist at the risk of his own life and property. But the State election did not require free soil candidates from this ention. “he only object we have inthe State tion is to get free soll members of Congress ; and these we ean command. Iu Lancaster the whigs had pet up man, who, o few years ago, suffered the out- rage of a mob, and was priled with rotten eggs for ng *upport and protection to abolition lecturers, ‘was round to the cere on the question of free aol, The democrats, to meet thie men, bad ramuaged Order, or- | Thave a resolution to offer, | | irom | ers of the meeting to the constitution of the United ever the whole district; and fading an cbecure person, who was @ full blooded abotitionsat, they hi taken him up. (cheers,) hey ki that this question of free soil was the questioa ‘all the people of that district Moreover, there- fore, way be elected to Coogress in Lancaster; the man is ours, (Cheers ) Mr. Jackson rose to reply, but gave way, under the ie. Tee. Asnron moved the previous question; hat, agit gave rire to much objection. he withdrew it, Dr. Gazzam read his resolutions, the first proposing a State ticket, and the second declaring tor harmo- ny, &e ‘Phe question was taken by one vote from each dis- trict reprerented, and resulted, ayes 9, noes 11. So the convention resolved not to. nominate free soil candidates for Governor and Canal Commissioner, Dr. Gazzan, in an enthusiastic speech, endorsed the action of the convention, and was received with the most earnest applavse and e! my. Mr. Dovenerty aleo gave in his cordial adhesion, and was loudly cheered. ‘Mr. Jacx propored that the speech of John Van Buren, at the market house, and the proceedings of the convention, be printed in German, for the bene- fit of the Germans of Berks and other counties. (Three cheers. Dr. Bei ab sae! of Maryland. gave in his cordial thanks to the convention for their wise decision, and expressed his high gratification at their proceedings. fter the usual resolutions of thanks to the people of the city, to the officers of the meeting, &c., there were Three cheers for Free Soil, ‘Three cheers for the Buffalo Nominees, ‘Three cheers for John Van Buren, Three cheers for Dr. Elder, ‘Three cheers for Dr. Snodgrass, Three cheers for David Wimot, Three more for Free Soil and Freedabor, Mr. Hoop announced that one of the delegates from 4 had a black bore stolen, (trea horse ! ha a d that if anybody sheuld riding such k horse, just stop him. convention, at half-past one o’clock in the ‘morning, adjovrned. Clay-Whig Mecting tu Jersey-City—Clay and . S Hailmore Nominated. In purevance cf an invitation to the democratic Clay-whigs of Jersey eity to assemble, last evening, im ‘Washington Hall, for the purpose of “ whig principles, and nominating candijates of the people, in opposition to the dictation of nuilitary avail- ability, and the nominations of apac! tic ‘of office- holders and office-reekers,” der of the aforesaid democratic Cley- ther in that place. ‘After getting through the ususl preldminaries, the meeting was called to order by Mr. Wakeman, who afterwards moved that a committee of tive be appoint- ed to draft resolutions, which was done accordingly. Witiis Harr, Esq., of New York, wes called upon, and, after explaining the objecte of the meeting, said that he would never forgive himeelf ‘fhe faltered in the cause of Henry Clay. He would say, in all calm- ness, that our government institations are dear to all, and no-one would stab itin a vital part. We are the first netion that has proved the. practicability of self- goverpment in ae extended nation. We have taught the world that ular liberty may be adopted by all countries. It isa sacrod trust coimmitted to us, which we must transmit to those that will come after us, It is @ principle of popular government that candidates shail give their views on public questions. Such was the practice in Rome, where candiceves gave their views orally-on the matters pertaining to their offices. Tho practice exists even in England,where eandidates are generelly catechised on the general scope and intent of their principles, and where every candidate has been identified with ore partyorenother. Itthas been the practice in the United States. too, from Washing- ton down to Polk, and no candidate more fully expres- sed his views on public questions than Mr. Madison. It was not, however, necessary for Washington to be catecbired in this manner, for his acts were the best criterion of his views. Mr. Hall then showed the neces- sity of sucha practice in popular governments; for the people do no: vete directly for principles, but for men who will carry out their principles. If the prin- ciples of the candidate do not coincide with those of the people. they vote for a man who-will not carry out thar principles. If man’s principles are not known, what difference isthere between voting for such a one, oraking? None. Todo so would be to do anact which would strike at the muin pillar of popular government. Yet the whigs are called upon in this election to do so. They are asked to vote for General Taylor, who, although he says he ise whig. says also, he will not be the exponent of whig principles. It is utterly imma- terial, therefore, whether he says he is a whig or not, if he will not carry out whig principles. He says in eflect, thewhole country must come to him, and not he to the country. Is this the way for a servant of the people to act? Now what has been the example of Henry Cley (great cheering) on this point, From the commencement of hie political life to the present hour Henry Clay’s sentiments have been known, and nothing would have been more mortifying to him than to know that a man yoted for him without knowing his policy and views, : At this pemnt, there was a scene of which lasted for some time, and w! will attempt a deseription of — Man at THe Boon—Whgt do you mean to say, sir? (Addressing Mr. Hall. (Cries of “Order! order!’’ “Put him out!” “Gut with him! “No; bear him,” “Hear him—let him speak.) Mr. Waxruax—Is there any officer here? If there is, I hope he will take care of that man. Man—I say, Mr. Speaker—(‘‘Hustle him out!” “Out with bim!"") Max—Gentlemen, I want to know—(‘‘Bah! bah!” “Put bim out!") The Presivent—Sir, if you are a disorganizer, you had better retire. If you came here to— Man—lI say, sir, it fs not so; and—(*Put him out “Hustle bim out!” “Let us hear what he has to say, “Proceed,” “Go on,” “Speak on,” “Pat him out’? “Out with him!”) Max—No maa, sir, can put me out, Brute forte can’t put me out. (‘Put kim out! Put him out—he is a locofoeo!”’ “Out with him!) “Well, why don’t pousay what you have got to say?” “Put him out!”— y a hundred voic Here one of the managers of the meeting rose, and propored that the man bave liberty to speak. He cannot interfere with the prospects of Henry Clay. at confusion, our reporter ic] (Cheers ) It is the boast of Clay men, that they let every man be heard. (Cries of : Order, order,’ fur the #peech.) Max—Gentlemen, I am from the State of South Carolin: and—(Laughter and hisses, on the renewed cries of “Put him out!) Sir, 1 wish to ask a question; but you want to put me down, God d- you! (Tre- mendous uproar.) Youcan’t doit. (“Put him out!” ~Put bim out!"+) Man—Gentlemen, | wish to - (Out with him! And an attempt was made to eject him, which caused a great scuffle, which interrupted the proceedings for several minutes.) During the interim, the friends of | Henry Clay gave three hearty cheers for him. Peace and order were finally restored. And Mr. Hatz continued—Gentlemen, I have said that | Mr. Clay has on every measure expressed his senti- | ments; and [ will go further, and say that it is be- cause he has been #o frank, that he was not nomi- nated. Will you, therefore, uproot the principle that has been [watered with his lite-blood? (No.) How, therefore, can you vote for General Taylor, who will not avow his views on the great measures that agitate the country? This is a sufficient reason why we should not’ vote for General Taylor, but there is another. General Taylor is opposed to the doctrine of non-extension of slavery. From all the evidence we can find, General Taylor is op; d to the doctri: of free soil. That isa doctrine of great importance— one which is instant and pressing, and must be dis- cong of by the next administration forever. If there- fore, the people are opposed to the extension of slavery, now is the time for them to act. It is of no ordinary importance, and involv eat chenge in the character of our governme meral Taylor has been born and brought up in a slave State, he is himself a large slaveholder, and is interested in pre- serving the value of slave property, and his neighbors, who oppose the Wilmot proviso, tell you that he is oppored to free soil. Atthe North you hear he is a free soil man, and here we have too many dough- faces, who say he will carry out ahs policy. of free soll. They believe, however, without evidence. Hire there was @ regular fight at the door between some Taylor and Clay men, in which the man from South Carolina figured very conspicuously. The con- | fusion lasted for some time, and a great number of | screams, cheers, and defiances were freely excaanged. | @Mr. Haii—Fellowcitizens, listen to me for another moment. I say the evidence is sufficient to show that General Taylor is opposed to free soil. The people of Charleston say they know he is with them, and he ac- cepts their nomination. (Put him out—out with him. Ha is a question so great as to swallow all others, an or { More confusion ond another tursle at the door. Bab'—bah! Three cheers forCarsand Butler Three more for Henry Clay!—borrab! [ut him out, The devil, he has got a party to back him. Hurrah—out with him. Music—muric, The music restores quiet. 7 a and ce word is given that the gentleman outh Carolina is arrested ] Mr. Hati—I have endeavored to show why we rhould not vote for General Taylor. Now, isthere any but his military services to recommend? No! then let us go for our old leader, Henry Clay, whose princ: are known and approved of by two-thirds of the peo- ple of the United States. A song was sung end loudly cheered, and another demanded; but Mr. Smirn being introduced to the meeting, the call waa postponed to bear his remarks. He raid be would call the attention of the disturb. states which guarantees to all the right of the peo- ple to meet snd discuse public principles, aud any euitiff who would disturb 9 meeting of this kind, is guilty of moral treason to his country, and ought to he bung. If there is any man who attempts to disturb thix mecting while he i¢ peaking, he will prove to him by the constitution, that he is « traitor. For his part, ke did not fear such men, for he saw around him others who are not prepared to desert the whig the proceeds of the publiclands; there is the sub-trea- eury, which gives specie to the -holders,while it give ehinplasters to the people; and what are Gen. jor’ viewson them? Again, who has heard his views on internal improvements? No one. Nor o hi Cae Views been developed on this subject The election of the nominee of the Philadelphia con- tion, under thore «_samstances, would, in his op‘ mi be one of the greatest evils that could afflict t'ae col It would appear that, just in proportion as am rinciples are unknown, the better are, bis | qualifications for office. There is another point. \#ben Ged gives to man such men as Washington and Clay, the men of the age are bound to show that they appre- ciate the kindness. When the sun of Was’ atagton runkin the horizon, another arose; and it was the duty of the American people to show their p ratitude. But if we look back, we will fud that, iv, 1839, Mr. Clay was cheated; but aman was nomin ated in hts stead, who wos & whig.and he waselect ed But it reemed that, Providence looked on with a disptensed eye, a8 if God looked on us as deserters; aed General jarrison was taken from us. The bold’ epirit of Ken- tucky wae not yet lost—we decided we w ould mnuke an- otber rally, 44 came round. and Henry Clay was unanimously nominated candidate of the whig party. Certain unfortunate movements in New York made the election nearly a tie, but fraud * nd calumay ‘ope- rated co as te give James K. Polk -of Duck River, a majority. But more honored wes Marcetlus than Cwser, with o Senate at his heels. (Applause) What did the people say then? They sai d justice-would yet be done to th strious statesm/sn of the West; but they have forgetten in eight yeai's what they remem- bered im four. The trick of 1899 wes again performed. ‘Well,we bad made up our mind te support the nomi- nation of the whig conwstion. bet when we came to look at the banner, we fomnd notkingon tt. Not only was the name of Clay erased, but with it the distinct- ive principles of the wlag party, end in their stead was Jaced the word “ av alability,” or “ expediency.””— oh whig party canvaet. therefore, support the nomi- nation of General ‘feylor. ff they do, dissolution awaits it. In many States the whigs are going over to Martin Van Buren, for they comnot-¥e rallied on T: lor; and if we wish to preserve ® whig Congre: whig legislatures, we must rally on some: man of prin- ciple. The people are awake on tiis subject, and a general and extended wovewent ison foot, which will result iu placing ¢uch a man before the whigs of the ‘A set of resolutions were then aubmitied and car- ried, repudiating the nominutiou-of General Taylor, ing to support Henry Clay and Millard Fillmore, resolving to send delegates toe Clay Whig Con- vention, to be held at Princeton, on the fourth of Oc- tober next. NEW YORK HERALD, South-West Corner of Fulton and Nassaw sts. 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It isa contest, appar | rently,of manceuvres, startling surprises, new ideas, disorganization of old parties, and organization of new ones ; all taking place without any order, re- gularity, or direction. Whatever new movement can be anticipated, the reporters of the New York Herald are instantly on the ground, and our ac- counts of them are reliable and interesting. In fact, the only journal that gives a daily record of the various movements of all the new, as well as the old perties, is this; and, accordingly, peliticians of all kinds have to consult our sheet in order to post up their daily accounts, and ascertain the state ot the question which 1s now agitating the public throughout the length and breadth of the land. During the present week, several important po- litical events have taken place, and others will take place. The Maine election, the Free Soil State Convention, in Reading, Pennsyivania; the Free Soil Convention, to be held to-day, in New Jersey; the several conventions and nominations in this State; the great Clay meeting in Albany, and the continued agitation of the Clay feeling—are all matters of greater or less importance, bearing on the result of the present canvass. Let us take them, in their order, and dissect them. The Free Soil Convention, in Reading, an ac- count of which will be found in this day’s paper, with come of the speeches delivered, and the general impressions gathered there, is one of the most important assemblages of the kind, that has taken place since the first movement was made 10 | purpose of supporting Mr. Van Buren. ha’ ce a peparate electoral ticket for themselves, in © réer to show the etrength of Mr. Clay. The free soi] movement in Pennsylvania, which is prinei- pally composed of democrats, and, therefore, will be an abstraction from General Cass, will pursue ‘the same policy of preserving their State organiza- ‘tien for future purposes. There is some direction ‘ud judgment, therefore, in this semi and demi- semi Movement. By further returns, recently received from Maine, the free soil movement, we learn, does not appear to have risen to the same head in that quarter as it did in Vermont, or 1n this State, or as it'may in other States of New England. Much, theretore, growing out of calculations of this new element mm the election, will depend on future elections and coming contingencies. Thus far, the principal element, favorable to the election of ‘General Taylor, has sprung from the vigorous free soil movements started by Mr. Van Buren and his enthusiastic associates, If General Taylor get the vote of Pennsylvania, of New York, of Ohio, and of several of the New England States, such a re- sult would be principally carried by the vigorous agitation of the free soil movement. ‘The revenge of Mr. Van Buren will,therefore, be satisfied by the election of General Taylor. The only opposing element to this result,is the movement in favor of Mr. Clay, recently started 1n this city, carried outin Albany, and probably to pe agitated as much as possible elsewhere in this and other States. We doubt, however, whether the votes that may be given to the Clay electoral ticket, may not be a great abstraction of those who had predetermined to vote for Mr. Van Buren, and, therefore, may affect the general issue connected with the prospects of General Taylor. There 1s one important development made by all those recent meetings of all parties in this and the neighboring States in the North. Every party and faction declares itself opposed to the extension of slavery to the new territories. Whigs, barn- burners, Clay-men, and even the Cass Convention held at Syracuse, take the same ground, the last mentioned solemnly resolving that they are as much opposed to the extension of slavery as any other party. All parties, therefore, in the North appear to be assuming the same ground in this con- test—viz., hostility to the extension of slavery in Caisfornia and New Mexico. If, under any cir- cumstances, Mr. Van Buren could get the vote of New York, and be thrown into the House of Re. presentatives, we do not think that there would be any election of President at all, that no party would give up its candidate, and the probability would be that on General Butler would devolve the occupancy of theyWhite House. In another contest Mr. Van Buren and the free soilers would renew the question, and the result, thereafter, may be better imagined than expressed, as far as the Union of this happy country is concerned. Under such circumstances, and in the present state of | the country, there is nothing that can postpone such a contest but the election of General Taylor, whose general principles, honest avowals, and freedom from mere partizanship, would settle this mportant question during his Presidency, as General Jackson settled the nullification affair during his first four years. Let the South and the North think of this Tue Free Som Movement—This movement, which was started by Mr. Van Buren and his sup- porters, seems to be getting on famously in the free States. Vermont told well; Maine, by the recent returns has not made so great a triumph, but perhaps that State will do better by November next. Free soil conventions every where appear to be getting up with a good deal of enthusiasm, and what is more surprising, the one just held in Reading, Pennsylvania, appears toj have accom- plished a great deal in a little time, and overa wide space. This Van Buren movement is certainly a new thing in the history of politics in this country ; al- ready it is said that twenty-five liberty papers have gone over to tie support of the Buffalo nominations The national reformers, who nominated Gerrit Smith, are looking in the same direction. All the ultras, and odd feuds of all parties, the people of one idea, appear to be gathering together for the Weare be- ginning to be very much of the opinion of Mr. Calhoun, as he expressed it in his recent speech in Charleston, that, whatever may be the result of the present Presidential election, the next one will pre- sent a fearful contest, and may bring on a crisis that may cause the secession of the Southern dele- gates from Congress. If Gencral Cass be elected in the present contest, the movement of Mr. Van Buren will still go forward, and if his party can> in four years, combine the free States in his favor, and he be elected President, there will be an end of the union of those States. This consideration should enter into the calculations of the statesmen and politicians of the South. The election of General Taylor, with the circumstances surround- Ang him, the principles that would govern him, and the prestige which he would carry with him into the White House, would be more potent in placing a check on the progress of the Van Buren move- ment in the North, than any other political event that could take place. Let the South think of this. Porticay Fisurxg—Lawyers ror Barr.—The Old Hunker Convention, which was held at Syra- cure recently, nominated on their ticket for Liew. tenant Governor, Charles O’Conor, one of the Jeaders of the Insh Directory here, and one of the orators who endeavored to produce the impression that Ireland was ready for revolution, if large New York. According to ihe most reliable ac- counts from that quarter,a vigorous tree soil move- ment has been commenced in Pennsylvania, and, although they have declared in favor of the regular democratic tickeha separate and inde- pendent electoral ticket has been nominated ; and itis supposed, that forty or fifty thousand votes will be given. for that ticket in November next. This number, however, may be somewhat over- rated by the enthusiasm of the free soilers of Penneylvania, instigated by that great genius, John Van Buren. If we put the estimate down to fifteen or twenty thousand votes, and, according to all appearances, they may take that num- ber for their electoral ticket, the result in November next cannot be mistaken. Tie electo- ral vote of Pennsylvania will, im such case, be thrown for General Taylor instead of Genera) Cass. The appearance of affairs in that quar- ter certainly favor such an expectation, as the Reading Convention held out. The electoral vote of Pennsylvania, secured for General Taylor, will have a prodigious influence over the whigs, and the independents of all parties threvghout the country. A short time will throw mere light on this question, and particularly the State election, which will take place in the middle of October. The next movement of importance that we have seen take place, is the continuation of the enthusiastic Clay meetings in this State. We banner. He adverted to the obligations of the whig party in reference tothe nominations of the Phil delphia Convention, There are duties whieh the nomince end bis party owe toeach other, Gen. Taylor Iuust consent to be the representative of the wbig party. And what has been his course since hie nom. ination’ He accepts the nomination of equads of native Americans with gratitude, in the choicest lan- guage which be or Gen. Bliss can me: accepts the nomination of old hunkers h aswell as that of no partymen who are trusted by no party. but who have been traitors to all. Such is General Taylor, and, at last, the Charleston Mereury informe ns Of a meeting that was beld there, at which 4 disrolution of the Union was th ened, & loeofoeo nullification ret of rerolutions parsed and Gen, Taylor nominated, becoming the repres»utative of those men, The whig banner is broad enongh to fost alone, but no platform in the country can sustain a whig, loeofoco, no = yerty, no prinedples, and Southern party, whig par- tycanuctbe trifled with, He believed it was organteed for the purpore of carrying out great principles, and he would challenge any man to show that Gen Taylor Tae given bie adherence to a single principle, exoupt the veto. The doctrine of protection ina whig doo- trine. and no one can row that Gen, Taylor is in favor ver of it, There ie,teo, the primeiply of destribution of bave already given an account of a Clay meeting in Allany, and have observed that similar assem- bleges ere called for in other parts of this State, as well es in New Jersey. How far this feeling will spread emong the whig masses it is diffieult to determine. Some believe that this movement will cperate only egenst Mr. Van Buren in this State, by withholding votes from him, and giving them to Mr. Clay, which the free soil ticket might ciherwice have received, If it were possible for tle Clay men, im this State, to divide equally the whig paity, the consequence would be, that the electoral vote of New York would be cast for Mr. Ven Buren; but this is a result which cannot reuronably be expected, ander present cirewum- stexcee, or by the agencies now in action The Clay men appear to give their support to the whig State ticket, in order to preserve the integ- rity of the party, while they are determined to sums of money could be collected here and sent to the other side. The nomination of Mr. O’Conor, who is a very clever lawyer, but not so eminent as a patriot, was made by the hunkers merely for the purpose of TELEGRAPHIC INTELLIGENCE, Meeting of the American Board of Commis- sloners for Missions. joston, Sept. 15, 1848 in session. This morning the committee to whom was referred Mr. Treat’s Reportion Slavery in the Choctaw and Che- rokee Indian nations, made a report approving of Mr. Treat’s letter, and recommending that it be widely cireulated. The committee did not feel called upon to give an opinion on points of open controversy, but thought that the subject might be safely left with the Secreta- ries of the Board. The adoption of this report was oppored by President Blanchard, who desired the inion of the Board en the question of slavery in these cburche: ‘The debate still continues, but the report will pro- bably be adopted. Free Soil Meeting in Philadel! Puitavenrusa, Sept 15, 1848. There was a large free soil meeting held in South- wark to-night, John Van Buren delivered an adaress, during which the enthusiasm was immense. Maritime IntelAgence, &e. & . Boston, Sept. 15, 1848. Letters have been received here from Calcutta, which announce the failure of the extensive English houee of Bagebaw & Co. The ship Dunbury, from Sumatra, with a valuable cargo of pepper. arrived here this morning. The ship Austria, from Cadiz, arrived below, and was ordered to Philadelphia. Suicide, Pirtsnunan, Sept. 14, 1843, Mrs. Adama, of Allegheny City, committed suicide last night, by banging hi I 2 Markets. New Oneans, Sept. 14, 834 o'clock P, M.—Cotton— ‘The market was firm, and we huve no change to notice in quotations, The sales for the day amount to 1200 bales, Flour—-The market is less active, and we have only to notice rales of 070 bbls, Ohio and Illinois brands, at $5 a $5 25. Corn—The sales reached 17,000 bushels. chiefly Western, common and high mixed, at 58c.a54c. Wheat—No change since our last report— demand steady Pork—Sules of 420 bbls. of mess, at $12, Lard—The demand is good for fair to good qualities, and rales of 950 packager were made at 8%(c. No change in freights. The yellow fever is uot epidemic. Baxrimonr, Sept. 15, 1848.—There was but little done in our market to-day. Moderate eales of flour were made, at $5 50. Wheat and corn were both inactive, with a downward tendency in prices. Pirrsnuncn, Sept. 14.—The foreign news has com- letely unsettled the market. Ithas been ruining all ay, which will, we trust, have a favorable effect upon the havigation. Avnaxy, Sept. 15—P. M—Receipts by canal within the past 24 hour:—Flour, 9.200 bbls ; corn, 8,300 bush ; berley, 3.200 bush. The flour market was dull, and sales limited. We quote this State brands at $5 75 a $5 8744. Corn was quiet, and quotations in a measure nominal. Barley—Sales of 3,200 bush. were made (four rowed) at 780. Oats—Sales of 5000 bush. were made at 33 a 34e, Other things remained about as yesterday. Burvazo, Sept. 15—P. M.—Receipts within the past 24 hours:—Flour, 8000 bbls. ;wheat, 21,000 bush.; corn, 14,000 do. Sales of 1000 bbis. of flour were made at $5. Wheat, sales of 9000 bush. of good Ohio were made at 1030. a lé4c. Corn was dull at 50c.; no sales of moment were reported. Nothing important in other articles, Boston, Sept 15—P. M.—Flour was down 1234 a 18¢., with light sales. Corn was languid, with a downward tendency in prices. Fancy'stocks were a shade lower, Reading sold at 153¢ ‘Theatrical and Musical. Pax Tueatne.—The entertainments at this favor- ite old theatre are of the first order, and got up in perior style. The tragedy of “Coriolanus” was repeat- ed last night to the delight ofall present. Mr, Hamb- lin, in the character of Coriolanus, was most cordially received. The personation was excellent and, through- out, marked with all the firmness of the ancient Ro- man soldier, and,in bis refusal to succumb to the wishes of the mob, displays an independence worthy ofthe soldier. Mré, Winstanley, us Volumnia, mother of Coriolanus, was, Indeed, a most magnificent char- acter, and sustained in the able style of that popular actress. The part of Suillus Anfidious was sustained with good effect by Mr. Hield. Tho audience was again delighted with the beautiful dancing of Signora Ciceca and Signor Neri, who always fill with delight every one who beholds them. The farce of the “Eton Boy® was also repeated, in which Miss Rose Telbin most beautifully sustained the parts of Tom and Fan- ny Curry. This evening, Mr. Hamblin appears in the character of Rolla, in the celebrated tragedy of “Pi- zarro,” one of his favorite characters, and one in which he stands most popular, The attractions at the Park are many, and all who visit that favorite old tem- ple of the drama, express the favor which they hold for the classic performances, Boweny Tueatne,—Mrs, Jordan’s benefit last even- ing was very well attended, and we were glad to see it as Mrs. J. is a most excellent actress, and her perform- ances are always judicious and correct. The drama ofthe “Robber’s Wife,,’ was the first piece; Mrs J ordan taking the part of Rose Redland. The story of the piece is a most exciting one, turning on the efforts of Rose, the robber's wife, to fave her father from the hands of the gang of desperadoes headed by her hus- band. J. H. Hall performed tie part of the robber in excellent style; and Winans really astonished us by the admirable manner in which he assumed the Irish brogue, and acted the part of Larry O'Gig. Jor- dan as Sawney M-Fill, aud Rose as old Penfuddle, ‘the attorney, whom Larry keeps in such a horrid state of apprehension, were both capital. ‘The pi eprlauded, and went off with spirit. ‘The ~YoungScamp’’and the grand spectacleof th tion of the Bastile,” conoluded the evening’ ments. The Bowery goes ahead in fine style; night after night itis crowded by most respectable audiences, d so it will, doubtless, continue all the time, as the manager intends keeping up @ continued serics of novelties. To-night the beautiful spectacle of the ““De- struction of the Bastile,”” will be repeated, along with? the farce of the “Young Scamp,” and “Jenny Lind.’ Weare glad to hear that MissTaylor is recovering from her late Indisposition, and will in all probability be able to appear again on Monday next. ‘This is good news. as the audiences at the Bowery cannot afford to lose the charming Miss Taylor, for any length of time Broapway TueatRe.— We confess that we were not Prepared for such an extraordinary display of genius, as we witnessed last night, in Mr. Forrest’s personifi- cation of Richelieu. We came away impressed with the conviction that Mr Forrest is, without exception the greatest of living actors. The whole company seemed also inepired by his presence, and each one ex- celled in his ey Miss Wallack, Mr. Dyott, Mr. Les- ter, young Baker, deserve especial commendation. Never was so great an actor better supported than Mr. Forrest last evening. “Richelieu”? ii rand drama; such a play required such an actor, and such an actor required such a play. Ninto’s, Astor Prack.—A grand extra night was given, last evening at, this fine resort of amusement. for the benefit of M. and Madame Laborde, when, we are delighted to say, one of the most crowded and fashionable audiences of the season assembled. The performance chosen for this benefit, was Donizetti’s “Lucia di Lammermoor,” instead of his‘ La Fille da Regiment,”” which had been previourly announced, but on sccount of the great success of the Italian opera, was changed, and replaced by the chef d'auvre of the celebrated maestro. Madame Laborde played and Lucia, in # manner which was universally appreciated, and which w uquets. she threw such pathos into her part, and displayed such artistic skill, as to bring dowm the catching the Irish votes. They put him on their heok, as a fisherman does a sprat, and think that the Irieh will be caught to vote the hunker ticket. The barnburners, it seems, have attempted the same businees, and also fished in the troubled wa- ters for the Irish vote. Robert Emmett, another prominent member of the Insh Directory, a direc- tory which still has on hand over thirty thousand dollars of funds, which they don’t know what to do with—they put him on their electoral ticket, and they will endeavor to bob for Irish votes, next No- vember, throughout this region. If there are any other parties, or factions, which want to fish for Irish votes, we have a few more of the same sort of credentials left. There is Mr Mooney, and Horace Greeley, and three or four more, who were all busy during the Irish excite- ment in this city, and who would make capital bait for the poor, deluded Irish. The calculation, too, is good. If you can pick the pockets of excitable, but honest people—as the Irish citizens are—of thirty-five thousand dollars, it surely would be easy to get their votes too. Pourrican, Anusk.—The way in which the Courier and Enquirer walks into the character and reputation of some of their old associates in the Clay movement, is a caution to respectable blackgaarde, and makes Wall street journalism a rival to Five Point eloquence. Willis Hall, Joseph L. White and Dudley Selden are treated, by thei, quondam organ,as if they were the most selfish be- ings in Christendom. The idea of setting forth that Mr. White would make a speech on any side for one hundred dollars, and that Willis Hall of Dudley Selden would support any candidate, for honor and emolument, 18 not very creditable to the character of whig politicians. We are much afraid however,{that such abnse and personality, intro. duced into the Presidential contest, will injure the cauee which it is intended to serve. The Courter ovgbt to know something of corruption and venal- ity, for it has been steeped in the same venality up to the chin, ever since its somerset on the United States Rank question. The secrets of the prieon house are now coming out. rapturous bik of,her numerous admirers, As for M. Laborde, his style of singing, and his personation of Edgardo, under an entire new s! 34 of romanticism, elicited great praise as to his capacities as a singer and atragedian En somme, the opera went off in the most creditable manner, and wo heard many persons express their regrets that this was the last night of Mons. and Mde, Laborde’s engagement. ‘There isa rumor, that propositions have been made to the above named arti:ts by M. Fry, the manager of the next Italian operatic troupe ; we hope the wishes of the public will be realized. The entertainments of this evening wiil commence with the laughab! Advice Grati Songs, by M. Hatton. Th conclude with the comic piece of Mr. White. No doubt this bill will prove Nationay Turatae.—The house was crowded in every part last evening, as it has been, in fact, on every evening since the production of the “Mysteries and Miseries There is something peculiarly attrac- tive to the many, in this local drama, portraying, as which are to be witnessed, almost at any hour, in! New York, and the admirable perronation, by Chanfrau, ef the off hand. active brhoy—always on band for a muss, and ready at any moment, to back his argument with good stout blows— has won for that clever performer a most eminent posi- tion as an actor, That class of “b'hoys’’ ought, in- deed, to feel complimented nt the very admirable cha- racter for integrity and right principles which is sus- tained by their great prototype, Mose, Noone ought to omit seeing this truly interesting drama of the “Mysteries and Mierios of New York.” The drama of the “Idiot Witness” preceded it last evening, Mr. Chanfrau playing Gilbert, and very excellentiy played it, too, We are glad to ree bim thus occasio: ally appearing in other parts besides Mose, a4 his act- ing shows that he ix eminently qualified ip the various branches of his profersion, and though however ad- miruble his personation of More is, it is by no means the only thing he can dowell. To-night the same bill will be repented, and we expect to eee a most cro house. We would again advire parties to engage seats during the day, as the house is eure to be filled at an early hour. Bunron’s Tuvatne.—The production of “Comus” at this popular theatre, reflects the highest credit on the taste andenterpriee of the excellent proprietor, Mr. Burton. The mind ofthe great author of Para- ire Lost, his imperishable fame—have long been awarded their due meed of popular applause, whether from the pen of the povt and historian, or the tongue of the orator; but to form « correst conception of the piece, which i# admitted to be one of the greatest ef torte of Milton, this splendid performance should be witnessed. The opening chorus, last evening, breught out the great talents of the entire company, and the reone was exciting to those who bad seen the piece but for the firet time. The scenery, classical costumes, the music, and ballet iMustrations, were all given with powerful effect. Comur, by Mr, Lynn, wax a geaphio Pletnre of the ‘jelly god” of the ancients, The dance of ratyrs was given with humorous effect, by Messra' Frederick, Parsloe, and yore yor nymphs also presented a strong feature of attraction iu the plece, which. altogether, passed off with much success, Previous to its nee, the letta of the “Old Guard, Nickinson’s Hayersack was lou Maurice Straxoscu.—The rehearsals for the great monster concert, which comes off on the 2d October, commenced yesterday, end will be repeated every day till the evening of the concert. Strakosch, the great Russian pianist, is busily engaged in making prepara~ tions, so as that it will, mo doubt, be the greatest musical festival which has ever been offered to the ci- tizens of New York. The chef doeuvre will be tha famous concert “Stuek”’, composed by Carl Maria Von Weber, accompanied by the stra, Another very attractive feature, will be the great overture to Rizzio, composed by Maretzeck, and played for eighty sue ve nights at Vienna. There will also bea grand duo for two pianos, which has been composed by Strak: sch. ‘this distinguished pianist, had the honor of playing it at St Petersburg, with’ his pupil, the beautiful Princess Olga, in presence of the whole Court, where he received the most marked favors, for his high attain: ‘ts in musicalexcellence. As soon ht of the programme, we will e6 offered for this grand entertainment. Tue Tanernact Tur Moravian Sivcens,—The large audience which crewded this place, last night, proves, in the most incontestible manner, the appre- ciation in which this talented band of musicians are’ held by the public. There was scarcely a piece in the” programme that was not encored, anda more varied or beautiful selection of airs and ballads was never resented toan audience. The fascinating Mad’lle ovarny seng in German, English, Irish, and Seuteh, and inevery piece elicited the moet tremendous ap- plauge. The diversified population of this city had all. a treat both richandrare To the Irishman, “Molly Bawn” was a gem entirely ; the Scotchman never: beard, ‘What's a’ the steer kimmer,”\sung with an air and tone so racy of “the land of mountain and flood;’? the Cockney must have beeu in raptures with ‘“Jean- nitte and Jeannot;”but nothing could exceed the furor excited inthe audience by the inimitable manner in which she sang “ Yankee Doodle” The sence all affectation too. and the cheerful, geod natured an@ modest manner with which thi: complished lad; responded to the many encores she received, contri— buted, even more than’ her extraordinary powors, to raise her in the estimation of her numerous admirers. Herr \raus, with his wonderful tenor bass and soprano voice; Zorer, with his beautiful imitations of tho French horn} and the never-to-be-forgottun Stwpel, on the xiloco 0, were each in his turn the wonder and the admiration of the whole house. We are glad to sve that this company intend to remain for a few nights longer. Those who have not yet heard them should not allow them to take their departure without. enjoying £0 great o treat, for such a combination. ef musical attractions has never before been offered in. this city. Avotto Rooms.—The second entertainment given by Mr. J. L, Hatton, last evening, was attended by a large and fashionable audience, and we must say, we have not, for a long time, spent such a pleasant even- ing, as in listening to the truly comic and enlivening songs ofthis vocalist. He possesses a good baritone voice which he uses with great skill, and infuses such lifeand: soul into every thing he sings, that the conclusion of each air is followed by repeated chesrs. The new song. “The Adventures of Robinson Crusoe,”’ was ren: with great comic ability; and the eecentrio song called “The Little Fat Man,”’ was given with such comic expression a8 to excite the risible faculties of the en- tire audience. Independent of his abilities as a yocal- ist, Mr. Hatten is an able pianist, which e ‘im to give to his congs the greatest refinement and finish ; in fine, there js such variety in his entertainment, we- predict for him the greatest success. Camrnei’s Minstrets.—These unique and admir+ able performers complete their sixth week this day, and during that time every concert that they have given has been a crowded one, and they have at- tained a name and fame as the best band of Ethio- ian singers that we have among us. Their singit d dancing is indeed the most refined and elegant Ethiopian performance that we have ever witnessed, and families will finda visit to the Society Library a most delightful way of cbtaining an evening's enter- tainment. To-day they will give am afternoon con- he) Ue a M., in addition to the usual evening one at 8 o'clock. Tue Panorama or eRAL Tavton’s Mexican Camraicy increases in favor with the public, who go in crowds to sec it. It is a most accurate and natural delineation of the stirring events in this memorable campaign, and ought to be seen by every one who. takes the least interest in the doings of his country. men in Mexico, It will be exhibited twice to-day, vii: at 3 and 8 o’clock P. M. Banvarp’s Panorama will be exhibited twice to-day, viz.; at 3 and 8 o’clock P. M., and as it will positives be removed from the city on Monday, all who wish to- ne it had better avail themeelves of this, the last chance. Castte Garven.—The Ethiopian singers at this house are doing well, and give much satisfaction to alt who visit the Garden. To-morrow the usual Sunday” evening concert will be given at this clogant estab lishment. Madame Anna Bishop is at Kingston, Canada Collins is drawing great houses at the Walnut street. theatre. His popularity continues singularly une- bated. He isa man of rare talent and deserves it, Elder Adams has opened again the O1; i . in Baltimere. Toor Dusinesse mere ee os ‘Miss Wemyss has been playing at Detroit. The Funeral of Commander Alexander SiidelE McKenzie. The funeral ceremonies over the remains of the late Com. A. Slidell McKenzie, took place yesterday afternoon, at St. Mark’s church. The naval cfiicers of the ships and stations adja- cent to the city attended, among whom were Com- modore Perry, and Captains Mc t, Brinkloe, and Hudson, and Commanders Bell, Eagle, and Sands. The marines and band from the navy yard, were also preeent. The ceremonies were performed by the Rey. Dr. Creighton, of Tarrytown. There were quite a large number of persons in attendance. The remains were placed in front of the altar, and the marines drawn up in the aisle on the north side of the church. As the remains were carried out of the ehurch, a yor luntary was played on the org: and as they ap- peared the band played an air appropriate to the occasion. “he remains were deposited in a vault im the yard; after which the marines were drawn up, and fired a salute of three charges, The suddenness of the demise of this officer, render- ed it exceedingly difficult for the Commanding Marine Officer, at the Barracks, to turn out even one smal} company of U. 8. Marines, to pay the last sad funeral ceremonies. The escort was commanded by Brevet: Mojor Reynolds ; but, instead of a battalion, which is- the legitimate command of a major, and to which the lamented deceased officer is fully entitled, but one skeleton company, as above stated, could be furnished and of that, one-half are here awaiting discharge from the service, but who readily volunteered for the occa- sion. But for this prompt action on the part of the corps, who, many of them, have served with the brave and amiable deceared, bis body must have been laid im the tomb, without any of the distinguishing marks of approbation which the government justly owes to all those who have rendered the States good service, This circumstance only tends further to show the absolute necessity that exists for retaining the in- create of this branch of the service; and why any sane man, or set of men, should opposo it, is beyond our comprehension; for not only have the marines done good and efficient cervice to the country, during the Mexican war, by land aud sea, but here, at home, they can be employed to much greater advantage than mes, corps that we have cognizance of; and we sincerely: hope that Congress may consider this good old corps. favorably, at the ensuing session. Tne Poriticat Conventions.—The proceedings of the several State Conventions forming matter of some interest just now, we despatched special Teporters to each, in order to place our readers in, possession of something more than the telegraphic accounts. Our reporters in Utica having completed their report of the Barnburners’ and Whig Con- ventions, forwarded the closing proceedings by & special messenger to the Herald office. He left Utica at half-past one o’clock on ‘Thursday night 5 arnived in Albany at half-past six o’clock yester day morning; left there in thirty minutes after, im the fine steamer Hendrick Hudson, and reached our office at five o’clock yesterday afternoon. We give the reports brought by him in another column. Jonn Van Buren in Pennsyivania—We have a full report of John Van Buren’s great speech at Reading, Pa., which will be published to-morrow. St, Peren’s Cuuncn — We understand that the Rev. Father Hitvelberger, of Norfolk, Va , will preach in St. Peter's churoh, in Barclay street, to-morrow, at half- past ten o'clock, A. M. The Rev. gentleman is cele+ brated for his piety and learning. ‘The ehoir of thie. church {s really complete and perfect ; as much #0, wo believe, as that of any church in the country. Law Intelligences Count ov Oven ann Tensinen.—Sept. 15 — Trial of Jeaob Hoffler, for the Murder of Patrick Coogan.—We have @ fail report of tho proceedings, in continuation, of tbis trial yesterday; but, as we are much pressed b; other important matter, wo are compelled to leave it out, The case was given tothe jury at about half. part 100’clock Jast night, and at 11 o’elook they re~ turned into court with a verdict of guilty of man- peda = ir) te h) eecond rete which subjocts the convict to imprisonment in t) tate than four, nor more than seven yeara, a Count Exarenpan—This Day—Common Pleas part—107. 160, V3, 176, 17, 170, 181, 18% 195, 197, 00, 181, 198, 105, 165. 2 pnrt— 110. 120,180, 142, MAA, M48, 148, 160, 152, 164, 156, 158, 160, 102, 164,