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OUR COLLEGES. The 118th Annual Commencement of Columbia College. Conferring Degrees at St. John’s College. Gose of the Celebration of the First Century and a Quarter of the Career of Princeton College. THE PRETTY BACHELORS OF VASSAR Progress of Academical Education in Ame- riea—Increased Number of @radu- ates Created by the Old Col- leges—The Honorary Titles. The Exercises in Harvard, Dartmouth and Other Institutions in the Country. COLUMBIA COLLEGE, The One Hundred and Eightcenth Com- mencement—Flowers and Oratory—A Brilliant Year. New Yorkers, who are familiar with the brilliant record made by the above college, invariably look forward to each returning commencement as a season of rejoicing, reunion and happiness. No wonder, then, that tne attendance yesterday upon the 118th commencement drew to the Academy of Music an immense throng of the ¢lite of the city, of which the fair sex formed a very large, and, at the ‘the same time, critical part. Rarely at a college commencement has there been gathered within the wails of the superb edifice so large and distinguished am assemblage. One of the finest features of the day was the floral display, which eclipsed anything, eM collegians say, that has ever characterized a eommencement. The students were happy, their parents were rejoiced, and the professors, who have labored assiduously to train the ‘‘young idea,” Were unusually pleased with the applause that greeted their pupils. The exercises consumed several hours; but notwithstanding the heat, which ‘Was somewhat modified by a vigorous working of ‘the fashionable fans in the hands of fair women, the major part of the audience “sat the exercises threugh.” The exercises commenced about eleven o'clock, ‘when there were upon the platform President Bar- nard, a large number of the professors of the col- lege, whose names could not be ascertained; the Trustees, Chancellor Crosley, ot the New York Col- lege; Judge Blatchford, of the United States Court; Br. Morgan Dix, of Trinity church; Rev. Father C. W. Morrill, of St, Albans, &nd Rev. Dr. C. R. Duf- fe, of the College, and many other distinguished clergymen, professors and citizens. The following is the programme of exercises, and from it it will be seen who were the success{ul com- petitors for the honors of the year:— Prayer by the Rev. C. R. Duitie, D. D., Chaplain of the College; Greek salutatory oration, John Krom Bees; Latin poem, “Fors Omnia Versat,” Edward Lazarus Rosenfeld; oration, “From Dark- ness to ht,” Frederic Panet Marshall; oration, “Student Life,” Sidney Gillespie Ashmore; oration, “Compulsory Education,” Frederick Augustus Brown; oration, “The Question of the Day,” Robert Clarence Dorsett; oration, “Ideal Excellence in Education,” Clarence Cushing Edgerton; ora- tion, “Communism: Its Causes, Effects and Reme- @ies,” William Edgar Keyes; oration, “Steam vs. Horse; or, The Circus and Race Course Fifty Years Hence,” Valentine Mott; oration, ‘Free Trade,” James Lawrence Onderdonk; oration, “The Trial of Charles the First,” Charles Lancaster Short. a complete list of prizes and de- GRADUATING CLASS, Robert Arnold, Sidney Gillespie Ashmore, Frede- rick Augustus Brown, Robert Clarence Dorsett, Clarence Cushing Edgerton, Haliburton Fales, Ed- ward Fermor Hail, Robert. Ray Hamilton, Schuyler Hamilton, Jr., William Henry Haldane, William Edgar Keyes, Charles Henry Knox, John Holme Maghee, Frederic Panet Marshall, Edmund McCamil, Valentine Mott, Ludlow Ogden, Richard Ogden, James Lawrence Onderdonk, Augustus Coe Pirsson, John Krom Rees, Edward Lazarus Rosenfeld, Charles Lancaster Short, Edmund Grindle Rawson Trimble, Arthur Delano Weeks, Robert Henry Wilkinson, Henry Duncan Wood, Henry Edgar Woodward. On each member of the graduating class the de- gree of Bachelor of Arts was conferred. MASTERS OF ARTS. Charles Gustavus Adams, Hal Allaire, Evelyn Bartow, Robert Lenox Belknap, Jacob Bininger, Thomas Newby Cuthbert, William Bayard Cutting, Henry Drisler, Jr., William Alexander Duer, Hami.- ton Fish, Jr., William Dudley Foulke, William Mon- tague Geer, John Edward Hallock, William Berrian Hooper, Shipley Jones, John Oven, Charles Augus- tus Peaby , Samuel Al tus Purdy, William meven Purdy, Horace Nelson Seaver, Jr., Frank Norseworthy Shepard, Edward Bayard Smith, Henry Cady Sturges, Edward Francis Weeks, Then- ford Woodhull, Edward Schermerhorn Mead, George Lockhart Rives. PRIZES IN GREEK. Less Advance Class—1. George Kennedy, prize of $30; 2. William James Adany, prize of $20. More Advanced Class—1, Frederick Remsen Hutton, $30; 2. Isaac Lefferts Strebeigh, $20. English Seminary Prize—The Best Essay—Charles Lancaster Short, $20. Prize of the Alumnt Association—To be given to “the most faithful and deserving student of the Graduating Class’—Frederic Payet Marshall. Junior Prizes in Greek—1. A. B. Simons; 2, Divided between J. Leo Bamberger and Otis Field. DEGREE OF ENGINEER OF MINES, Frank B. Jenney, Frederick Henry McDowell, Thomas O’Conor Sloane, A. B., Arthur Frederick Wendt, Edward Everett Giddings, Albert Ward Hale, A. M., Thomas Hays Harmer, pa M., Frederic Milton Petit. TORREY PRIZES, Fifty Dollar Prize—For the best written and ex- Pepe examination in qualitative analysis— ederick Harrison Williams. Honorably _men- tioned—Edward Bond Foote, Arthur Macy, Eben Erskine Olcott, Fifty Dollar Prize—For the most pia bee 3g of the theory and prac- tice of assaying—Frank B. Jenney. Honorably men- tioned—Frederick Henry McDowell, Arthur Frede- rick Wendt, HONORARY DEGREES. Master of Arts—General John Watts De Peyster, of New York; Edward David Hearn, of London. Dectors of Divinity—Right Rev, William White Howe, Bishop of South Carolina; Rev. Eliphalet Nott Potter, President of Union College; Rev. James Starr Clark, rector of Trinity church, Madalin, N. Y. Doctors of Law—Professor Isaac Lewis Peet, Institution Deaf and Dumb; Professor John Graett Barton, College of the City of New York; Rev. How- ard Crosby, 8. T. D., Chancellor of the University. The prize of the Alumni Association was awarded to Frederick Payet Marshall. we following are the honor men for the class of First Class—1. John Krom Rees; 2, Edward La- ganis Hosenfeld, - Seoond Class—1. Frederick Payet Marshall; 2 Sidney Gillespie Ashmore; 3. John Holme Maghee. The valedictory oration, which was delivered by Robert Ray Hamilton, drew forth prolonged ap- plause. 8ST. JOHN'S COLLEGE, FORDHAM. Twenty-seventh Annusl Commence- ment—Interesting Exercises—Popular Subjects Meritoriously Handled—Hope- fal Graduates and Lucky Prize Recipi- emts—Congratulatory Address by. the Most Rev. Archbishop McCloskey. The grand annual commencement of St. John’s College, Fordham, took place yesterday. The for- shadowing gloom and threatening mists of the morn- ing caused the faculty to alter their programme of arrangements. The exercises were to have taken Place, as in former years, beneath an awning within @ grove of sturdy oak and beach trees in front of the buildings, but the dampness of the Place and the heavy moisture of the atmosphere Overhead interfered with the plan and caused tue wiser course of holding the exhibition within the spacious college hall to be adopted. The exercises, however, suffered no deterioration from this, ‘The hall was suMciently large to hold over three thousand persons. The young ASPIRING STUDENTS SMILED AND JOKED asifall were sunshine, while the gladdening faces of their more aged friendly visitors betokened a spirit of universal resignation throughout. On the arrival of the twenty minutes to twelve @pecial train from the city alarge number of visitors Bhronged the syenue leading to the college buud- NEW YORK HERALD, THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 1872—TRIPLE SHEEY. and smelling sweetly of the new-mown hay scat- tered on the surrounding lawD. ‘At hatfpast twelve o'clock precisely all were as- sembled and the greater number seated in the hall, which was neatly decorated with paintings and floral wreaths of every description. The graduat Ing classes only occupied seats on the platform, and numbered thirty-five. On reserved seats in front of the audience were seated ‘THE FOLLOWING DISTINGUISHED CLERGYMEN. ‘The Most Rev. Archbishop Movloskey, of New York city; Right Rev. Bishop Persico, of Savannah; Right Rev. Bishop McNeirny, Coadjutor Bishop of Albany; Very Rev. Dr. Starrs, V. G.;, Very Rev. Joseph O'Shea, 8. J., President of St. John’s College, Fordham; Very Rev. Father Bapst, Father Proven- cial of the Jesuit Order; Rev, F. Hudon, President of St, Francis Xavier, New York; Rev. Dr, McGlynn, Rev. F. Preston, Rev. F. McDonnell, 8. J.; Rev. ¥. O’Rielly, Rev. T. Donnelly, Rev. James Corrigan, Vice President of Seton Hall College; Rev. Richard Brennan, Rev. James I. T. Zimmer, Rev. F. Lyngs, Rev. F. McDevitt, Rev. F. Merrick, Rev. Dr. Nilam and Rey. John J. McCarthy, 8. J. ‘THE ORDER OF EXEROISES * was opened by the playing of the overture, a grand march, by the attendant brass band, Mr. Philip A, Meister then commenced the introductory oration, taking for his discourse philosophy in education, a subject which failed not to attract and rivet the immediate attention of the audience. Philosophy he set down as the completion of a liberal educa- tion and the sole basis of liberal studies, quoting Hamilton’s words in one instance, who sald, “Philosophy was the best gymnastic of the mind.’ His witty definition of metaphysics was much ap- plauded. The young gentleman’s effort was well received and his success crowned with exquisite bouquets, Mr. William Ahearn’s oration was on “PAITH AND SOIBNCE.”’ He showed the progress of the arts and science under the auspices of Christian principles to be superior to that of modern times, and proved the inability of reason to conflict with revelation. His discourse was pithy and well composed, and his de- livery pleasing. He was applauded enthusiastically at the termination of his oration. Edmond A. Cha) oton delivered the next oration on “Pauperism.” Its origin was not of a material or mRssion nature, but was to be attributed either to the growing an- tipathy of tne wealthy or the want of industry among the rer classes. The fourth oration was delivered by Morgan J. O'Brien, of New York. His discourse was on “Materialism in Art,” a piers of a very compll- cated nature. Chataubriand’s “Genius of Chris- tianity” aided him much in his description of the beau ideal, The young orator also delivered THE VALEDICTORY ADDRESS in a most pleasing manner, and was applauded several times at the conclusion of his meritorious effort. The degrees of MASTER AND OF BACHELOR OF ARTS were then conferred by the Very Rev. Joseph O'Shea, President of St. John’s, and the diplomas pre- sented by the Most Reverend Archbishop. The DEGREE OF MASTER OF ARTS was conferred on the following gentlemen, viz. : Semuel A. Glearey, A. B., Brooklyn, Long Island; John ©, Kerensy, A. B., Detroit, Mich.; Jules A. Le Moine, A. B., Quebec, Canada; Willlam J, Ludden, A.B. ‘vingnamton, N. Y.; Joseph P. Costin, A. B., Halifax, N. 8. The DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF ARTS was conferred on the folowing students, viz. Edmond A. Chapoton, Detroit, Mich.; Edward F. Slattery, Rondout, N. Y.; Assim J, Cameron, Ridge- wood, N.J.; Morgan J, O'Brien, New York; J. F. Carey, Brooklyn; John J. Beaty, Fordham; William Ahearn, Cork, Ireland; John B. O’Hare, Stapleton, & Ls; George J. Hahen, Cortland, N. Y.; F, P. Owens, Cincinnati, Ohio; M. F. Dooley, Hartford, Conn.; Ph. A, Meister, Sing Sing, N. Y.; William H. Hurst, New York; M. J. Quin, Fordham, N. Y.; J. 0. O’Rielly, Rondout, N. Y.; M. J. Wallace, Albany, N. Y.; James MoGary, Shortsville, N. Y.; Alexan- der Villaricencio, Pichata, Ecuador; Peter J. pee New York; Arthur J. Marrin, Albany, N. Y.; Michael Montgomery, Longford, Ireland; John Gieises, New York; John E. McGlynn, Boston, Mass. ; Charles J. Isherwood, New York; Graham R, Frost, St. Louis; A. Stuart, of Stonyhurst, England. The highest honors of the Graduating Class were won by Edmond A. Chapoton, After the conferring of degrees Joseph J. Marrin, A.M., addressed the graduates, They did well to look upon the present as an _ important event. It was either the opening to them of @ life of success or failure. He enume- rated the different traits of character which they should all endeavor to cultivate in their future connection with the world rectitude of intention, uprightness of character, et for their personal honor, and fidelity to allin the discharge of their duty. Life, however, was a failure without the ap- plication of these principles, One direct alm must be taken, and that course followed up to the very last. This was the surest means of attaining suc- cess. The greatest minds of the age have ex- perienced this. ONE OF THE BEST AND TRUEST EXAMPLES is that of the late James Gordon Bennett, the greatest and most successful in his public and pri- vate career as-a newspaper editor the world Tas ever produced. He attained to this degree of merit because he was faithful in his duty and per- severing to the end. The young orator concluded by Ss them of the necessity of having good, sound principles firm) fixed in thelr minds, and to stand by them ‘through adversity, a8 well as prosperity. The DISTRIBUTION OF PRIZES was then gone through, Very Rev. Joseph O'Shea, 8. J., Peel a each prize medal first to the Most Rev. Archbishop, who handed over in a congratu- latory way to the different claimants. The following were the recipients of the prizes, viz. :—Jules A, Le Moine was awarded the Master's Medal for superior success in the past graduate course; Edmond A. Chapton, A. B., was awarded the gold medal for the best biographical essay—subject, ie te IL, King of Spain’— the donor being, v. ‘Kdward J. O'Riley, pastor of St. lary’s church, New York; silver medals for proficiency were awarded to the following:—In Rhetoric, George E. Quin; in Belles Lettres, Horace K. Doherty; sics, Peter J. Cur- ran. ‘the silver medal for good’ conduct was 4 awarded to John P. O’Brien. Peter B, Carlin, sec- ond division, won the second prize. James A. Maher and James A. Jackson, of the middle di- vision, won the first and second prizes. Daniel Cooney and James Coghlan, of the junior division, won the first and second prizes respectively. Rhetoric Class—Wm. P. Denegre and John P. Sweeny, distinguished, are ication—George Dene; won the prize. Tn Religious Instruction—Willlam P, Denegre. 1n Latin Discourse—W, P. Denegre. In Greek—George E. Quin. English Discourse—John P, Sweeney. English Poetry—Thomas E. Walsh. Oratorical Analysis—W. P. Denegre. French Composition—W. P, Denegre. History—George E. Quin. Chemistry—W. P. Denegre. Analytical Geometry—W. P. Denegre. Elocution—George E. Quin. The above were members of the under graduating class, In the second class the Riowing. won first bee :—Prudentius Aynela, N. Harper Steward, P. . Russell, T. J. Smith, W. J. Willstack, J. J. Smith. Second class—P. McEvoy, A. T. McGuire, C, A. Pres- ton, Emile &. Aubury, T.'B. Y. Tolosa. In Penmanship—R. ©. Pugh, J. ©. Cloonan, E, E. Aubury, J. F. Shannon. Music—R. H. de Lobel, Many, J. J. Farrell, George McCreery, P. P. Halpin and Philip Eder, After the lucky students were made the glad- dened recipients of the numerous prizes, the Most Rey. Archbishop McClosky was requested to make a few conciusive remarks, which he did in his usual ale and flippant manner, to the great delight of all present. le said he felt pleased to a most consoling degree by the delightful spectacle it was his happiness and privilege once more to witness, He meant the academic exercises of 1672, which had now 80 eventfully and 80 successfully terminated, He rejoiced to see the young, hopeful band of gradu- ates, optime spe fuvenes, so well trained in all the Peed which will be likely to mould their minds earts FOR FUTURE HAPPINESS AND FAME, and which will save them from the quicksands of vice and wickedness so numerous in the ocean of life on which they are about to embark. They were going forth to take their band faa | the men of he world, and he doubted not but [it would be an honorable place; and that in honor and principle they would rival the distinguished men who had gone out of this institution, with their minds stored with knowledge, with principles, religious and moral, well defined and well fix in their hearts and souls. Be assured in seeking success you are doing right, Let your aims, as the oung gentleman who addres you said, be high an noble, and remember that “he whoaims high reaches high, even though he may not reach as nigh as he aims.” Better that you should fail in a cause worth struggling for than be successful in a dis- honorable one. Go forth to-day with “DEVOTION TO/PRINCIPLE”? written on your heart’s and never betray what is noble and manly by sacrificing it even once. Carry with you those lessons of truth and wisdom you have been taught in your Alma Mater and which ‘e been eo well reflected and defended in your oratorical efforts. The Archbishop concluded by congratulating the graduates and the faculty upon the auspicious event that had called them together. FORDHAM INSTITUTION enjoys the privilege of a University, and is con- ducted by the members of the Society of Jesus. It is situated in one of the pleasantest and healthiest parts of Westchester county. The grounds are ex- tensive and beaut! and well supplied with gym- nasia of ee avd 8 whe = ernment An firm, yet mild and patern: e following are t! poaly and officers of the College:—V Rev. Josep O'Shea, 8. J., nt ; John Fitzpatrick, 8. President; Rev, Alphonsus __ Peitie . J, Ohaplain; Rev. Peter Tissott, S.J., urer; Rev. P. 0. Rocicot, 8. J., Professor of the Graduating Class of Mental and Moral Lag The other officers and Professora are:—Rev. Louis John, Rev. Rich- ard Doherty, Rev. T. J. Cambell, ©. Plante, Luger A. . J, Pro in icKennon, 8. J.; 0. J. 8 J.; J. O'Rourke, A, ab Rev. P. McQuaid, 8, J.; Rev, P, Donnelly, Mr. Enright. v. D. r Urso, and James Bathgate, M. D., Attending Physician, OLD PRINCETON COLLEGE. aicanmiaieedeaed Closing Day of the 125th Anniversary of the Fourth Oldest College in America— The Maiden Orators—Degrees, Fellow- ships and Honors Conferred—The Alumni Dinner—Speeches by Distin- guished Visitors. Yesterday was the last epoch ef the commence- ment at Princeton College. It was very Ul-natured of Nature to make it the most disagreeable of all those upon which the celebration has fallen. The Grizzling mist of the early morning soaked provok- ingly through waterproof overcoats and cloaks a3 it did through umbrellas, and the procession that formed at the matn academical hall presented a rather ghostly appearance as it wended ita way in the fog through the grounds of the old institution to the Presbyterian church, which stands but a short distance from their classic shade. A company of musicians marched foremost, next the under- graduates; Hig Excellency, Mr. Parker, the Goy- ernor of New Jersey; President McCosh and ex- President Maclean, the trustees, the faculty, the gentlemen having platform tickets, the Senior Class, candidates for the master’s degree, the alumni of the College of New Jersey, the alumni of other institutions, citizens and strangers, The inhabitants of the little village of Princeton were, of course, a8 usual at this annual séte, on the gud vive, and the whole place was in A WHIRLWIND OP EXCITEMENT on this the last day of the yearly celebration of the anniversary of the birth of its big pet, which was now adopted and claimed by half the world, and was rightly too proud to acknowledge any other patronage. Among the educational institutions of the United States itis the fourth in age, it being now just 125 years since that old provincial, Gover- nor Belcher, was instrumental in obtaining a char- ter from His August Majesty King George II. for its foundation. Under this 1t still lives and flourishes like the green elms around it, with only some slight alterations in its government, which have been made from time to time by the State Legislature, Agood deal of historical interest attaches to the institution, which came into being but a few years before the Revolutionary war, and near which one of the most remarkable battles was fought. THE OLD HALLS, built of freestone rough hewn, seem to bespeak the characters of the stout patriots of iron hearts who were their earliest contemporaries. The library contains many very fine paintings of the men who have been connected with the college and have at- tained a name. There is a large picture of the “Death of General Mercer,” with General Washing- ton represented at full length in the foregroun which was painted by the celebrated artist Peel, the first who distinguished himself in America, The money which paid for it was given to the college by General Washington, to repair some damage done to the canvas of a por- trait of Geangs the Second by a cannon ball winged from the field of Princeton on the day which is memorable in history. The battle was fought about a mile distant from the village. The gilt frame which encircled the original work—the smiling face of the King of England—still surrounds tRe painting of Washington, the Liberator. Old Princeton sent many of her sons forth to play Jeading parts in the drama of creating the new nation of the New World, Some of them were SIGNERS OF THE DEOLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE. among others President Witherspoon and Richard Stockton, one of whose descendants is a pupil in the college to-day; and more were inembers of the Continental Congress which formed the national constitution. With such memories clinging round it it is no wonder that this should be one of the most powerful institutions of the country, almost grand in its age and wisdom. The present President, Dr. McCosh, is a native of Scotland, with a pieasant tincture of the broad accent in his voice. He is fine looking, with a slight stoop of the shoulders, and a pleasant smile ever ready to break in sunshine on his face. Beside him on _ the platform were the trustees and the faculty. Among the distinguished visitors were Professor Henry, of the Smithsonian Institution; Senator Kelly, of Oregon; Senator Stockton, Judge Elmer, ex-Governor Alden, Profes- sor Guyot, ex-Governor Bradford, of Maryland, and Professor Milligan, of the University of Aberdeen, and the Rev. Mr. Lyon, who are delegates from the Established Church of Scotland to the Presbyterian Church here, The exercises began at half-past nine o'clock. The interior of the church presented as pretty a scene as ever was composed of young and bright faces, gray heads and a medley of brilliant ribbons and Alma Mater badges. President McCosh deliv- ered an impressive prayer, and a long series of VIRGIN ORATIONS followed, many of which, however, were excep- tionably brilliant. The well-attuned band in the ig tt discoursed pleasing music at intervals, he finest addresses by the students were those by Masters Newell W. Wells, of New York, and George Wilson, of Pennsylvania, the former a very just and appreciative criticism of the poet Shelly, couched in @ good style, and the latter a rapid and earnest speech, advocating the theories of protection. After an intermission of fifteen minutes the exer- cises were resumed by the delivery of the ‘‘Mas- tr’s Oration,” by Mr. Edward Quinton Keasby, of New Jersey, which was a dull and tedious affair. The degree of Bachelor of Arts was then con- ferred on the ninety-two graduates. ADDRESS OF THE PRESIDENT. The venerable President then addressed his pu- ils with tender words of advice which were deeply impressive. He announced that the faculty had determined to make a change in the courses of study by introducing French in the second term of the first year. He then referred to tne donations which had been bestowed apoy the college during the last oa Ae years. Professor Morse, at his death, although never connected with the institu- tion, had left to it the gift of two scholarships. To increase the salaries of the professors a fund had been begun by a donation from Mrs. Kirkpatrick, of New Brunswick, of the sum ot $26,535; Mr. Robert Bonner added to it $5,000, Mr. H. G. Mrarquard, who was already their bene- factor, had intimated to him yesterday his intention of setting aside $100,000 to swell the endowments. This announcement was received with enthusiastic cheers. The audience interrupted the speaker by rising en masse, the students and alumni giving vent to an immense cheer, followed by the peculiar cry called the “ Princeton tiger,” in honor of the Alma Mater, aided by the rest of the assemblage, the ladies waving their handkerchiefs and going sie with the excitement of gratitude and sym- pathy. President McCosh, when this sentimental enthn- slasm had subsided, announced that the following HONORARY DEGREES were conferred :— On P. Goosequill, Esq., of the New York Evening Dose, the degree of Doctor of Laws; on the Rev, Thomas Murphy, of Pennsylvania, of the class of 1845, the degree of Doctor of Divinity; on Mr. Ed- ward ©. Bates, Jr., of Wyoming Territory, Mr. Charles W. West and Mr. Andrew Kirkpatrick the degree of Master of Arts; on Mr, Edward D. Terbell the degree of Bachelor of Arts. The results of the competition for THE PRIZES AND FELLOWSHIPS were as follows :— Of the Junior Orator Prizes, the first was won by Mr. Josiah R. Adams, of Pennsylvania; the second by Mr. George Howard Duffield, of New Jersey; the third by Mr. Henry J. Van Dyke, Jr., of New York, and the fourth by Mr. J. P. Kennedy Bryan, of South Carolina. e McClean Prize was won by Simon John McPherson, of New York; the George Potts Bible Prize by erick Beall Du Val, of Maryland; the Dickinson Prize by Arthur Muel Brian, of New Jersey; the Class of 1859 Prize by George Stockton Burroughs, of Pennsylvania; the Class of 1861 Prize by at 3 Henry Ferris, of Michigan. The Marquand Classical Fellowship was won by Winfred Robert Martin, of Pekin, China; the Jay Cooke Mathematical Fellowship by James Adair Lyon, Jr., of Mississippi; the Mental Science Fellowship ‘by Leigh Richmond Smith, of Alabama; the Experimental Fellowship by Albert Williams, Jr., of California; the Boudinot Historical Fellow- ship by James Forsyth Riggs, of Constantinople, Turkey; the Bouainot Modern Language Fellow- ship by John Hitchcock Scribner, of New Jersey, and the John A. Ble a First Honor Prize in the Junior Class for 1871 by Leigh Richmond Smith, of Alabama, VALE. After these announcements the valedictory ad- dress was delivered by Richmond Pearson, of North Carolina. It was a very fine production in its way, seeing that in that way there is no earthly possibil- ity of any originality. A prayer and a benediction were said by the Rev. Dr. Hodge, of Baltimore, and A the 125th commencement of Princeton THE ALUMNI DINNER, The Alamnit dinner took place at half-past two tn the afternoon, Dr. McCosh sitting at the head of the. table. Dr. Henry, of the Smithsonian Institution, Pee Sie to the scientific toast; Governor Brad- ford, for the egal Profession, delivering a very elo- psa and feeling speech; Mr, Godkin, editor of Nation, for the press, and various others in jar order, until those seated in the high posts jonor were all emptied of afew or all of their thoughts. The dinner broke up in time for the four o'clock train for New York, just when it began to rain most unmercifully, and then the visitors and the students dispersed to the North, South, East and West—parting in the mist, VASSAR COLLEGE. Vassar Girls on the jation—Con- ferring of Degrees by President Ray- mond. POUGHKEEPSIE, June 26, 1872. The clouds were more propitious on Commence- Ment Day at Vassar than on Ciass Day. Though they hung jow, gray and threatening, tney were not half so dangerous as the sorrows of hackmen at the Poughkeepsie depot, who endeavor to leave nothing of you for College commencements or any come through an ordeal not to be rashly courted; and to be delivered safely, though tardily, to the pretty girls, in delicate lace draperies, who beamed down, like guardian angels, from the doors, is an event to be congratulated upon. As they flour- ished their potent rods of oMce and whispered that @ good seat had been reserved for the HERALD representative, perils past faded into ob- security. The coup dail was very brilliant. The pillars were trimmed with evergreens and the stage adorned with flowers, Ranged on one side were the trustees of the college, and on the other the — — beg ory homo 3 aoe he Mand fessor Maria Mitchel! yi Seaitont penne? Ovcoupying the front seats of the central row were the graduates, twenty-eight ia number:—Anna Blackmar, Newark; Maria Porter Brace, Leave worth, Kan, la Catlin, Crown Point; Is ; Sarah Am: Corson, Plymouth Meeting, Pa.; Lucy Eliott Croc! ett, ‘ton, Mass,; Alice Dinsmoor, Aterling, Il Williemena Hann: Elliot, Kalamazoo, h. 5 Abby Farwell, Chicago, Ill; Charlotte Elizabeth , Morrisania; Annie Barker Folger, San Fran- Cal, ; Alla Wright Foster, Worcester, Mass. ; Ag- nes Wilford Hall, Wallingford, Conn. ; Harriet Robin- son Harrington, Bennington Centre, Vt.; Ella Stralt Hollister, Cincinnati, Omo; Elizabeth Pomeroy Kirby, Jacksonville, Il.; Mary Alice Loomis, Bing- hamton; Elizabeth Merrell, New York; Sar Olive Peck, Rochester; Mary Jeannette Rawson, Kingsville, Ohio; Anna Bliza ichardson, Brooklyn; Sarah Elizabeth Rollinson, Brooklyn; Alice Deming Seelye, Cleveland, Ohio; Ada Stanton, Washington, D. C.; Sallie McMeens Stem, Sandusky, Ohio; Hattie Lucinda Thornton, Watertown; Mary Elizabeth Van Etten, Chemung; Mattie Mercelia Waldron, Otselic; Alice Mary Wetmore, Warren, Pa. Of the programme the organ voluntary; prayer; “Oratio Satutatoria,” Alla Wright Foster, Worcester, Mass.; ‘The Conservation of Thonght,” Elizabeth Pomeroy Kirby, Jacksonville, Ill. ; ‘Sanitary Science in Our Homes,” Harriet Robinson Harrington, Ben- nington Centre, Vt., had already been delivered, and Misses Hollister and Kirby were just Og ae “Etudes Symphonique,” by Schumann, on two pi- anos, an elaborate work, of which the’ fine playing of left hand movements deserves special mention, “The Antagonism of Science and Religion,” by Charlotte Eliza! Finch, of Morrisania, was a narration of the different phases of this oldest of warfares up to the present time. Religion had mistaken its function in sitting at all on scientific subjects. Acting as if it deemed its central thought not impregnable, it had defended every outpost, but only Samy we relinquish them one by one. It was also a melancholy fact that the study of science does not lead toward the Church. But as both be- lieve in the essential value and unity of truth, they may yet be reconciled, and the book of nature and revelation confirm one anotner, “The Theory of Evolution,” by Annie Barker Folger, of San Francisco, was as clearly stated as ifby Herbert Spencer himself. Development, con- firmed as it is by modern research, she held to be the greatest triumph of this age. The monkey element in it was the great barrier to its accept- ance by the unthinking. Special creation was held by the majority as a prejudice, not as a belief. She then treated the wars of the savans over natural selection as a means inadequate to the end, and the investigation into spontaneous gen- eration. The essay was listened to with marked attention, and a great many elderly people looked really the wiser at its close. “This Age Specially Irreverent,” by Ella Strait Hollister, of Cincinnati, opened a discussion. She alluded, with true conservative scorn in every into- nation, to our modern love for what is new; of our haste in throwing away the beliefs of our fathers. This was seen in the laxity of Sabbath-keeping; in the growth of equal rights; in our abandonment of the divine right of kings; in the spirit of Com- munism rampant, and of the necessity of contend- ing for a place for’ the Bible in our schools; in the disrespect of children to their parents, and in moa- ern scepticism. With our theories there could be no reverence for superiority, for there was no superiority. Our reverence for ourselves was but supineness. And the crystallization of selfishnes the mark of our age, iilliemenna Hannah Elliott, of Kalamazoo, Mich., shook back her yellow curls, and with flushed cheeks ascended the rostrum, the very spirit of controversy, as she began to defend her theme—This age specially reverent. She alluded with equal scorn to the cries of the timid minded, who carried their fears 80 far that they clamored even for one Presidential turn, no matter who was the alternative. It wag plainly to be seem who Mrs. Williemena would ho’ vote for. truly reverent desired truth, and at once rejected olf grease and theories, when they are proven Ise and only then. The great political revolutions which had swept through Germany, France, Italy and America, were to be welcomed, for they were in the interests of humanity, though reverence for man was reve- rence for the Creator. The religion of to-day was not to be estimated by the number that went to church on Sunday but that which went to work with earnestness on Monday. For this the “Dons” on the rostrum gave her liberal applause, which was taken up by the multitude, and, with a glowing defence of the nineteenth century, she closed, Evi- dently the hearts of each of these young ladies was in her cause, and she had done her best for it. This centr portion of the exercises was somewhat remarkable. It was a suggest- ive sight to see these pretty, delicate girls, with bloomng roses on their bosom and trailing vines in their hair, talking on the live is- sues of to-day, but it was gratiiying to hear them do it so intelligently and much more entertaining than to hear them plead to be buried amid nature's beauties, or state their preferences for desiring to die in spring time. The latter portion of the programme opened with an organ solo, Sonate No. 1, Mendelssohn, by Miss Smith, played with much feeling. Deutschland, da Trager du Performation, by Alice Denning Seelye, of Lecbbtth Ohio, was delivered with @ good deal of spirit, which is all your reporter can say, except that it sounded very Dutch. “The Progressive Phases of Astronomical Sci- ence,” by Maria Porter Brace,” of Leavenworth, Fan., opened with the remark that as astronomy was the oldest science among nations, its problems the first presented to the individual mind. In hildish rhyme, “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Stars,” we commence to try to solve them; and in well chosen words she led us from the first crude thoughts to the latest astronomical discoveries, “The Hope of Our Literature,” by Sarah AMa Catlin, of Crown Point, began with an eulogy of America which sounded not unlike something heard before on commencement occasions. But she turned her attention to analyzing our American literature. Literature is the product of the age. We are a practical people and our literature is praia Our serious poetry is philosophical rather than imaginative, our humorous have, too, a use in making us laugh; we are more concerned yet in thought rather than expression. Greece was a thousand years old before she had her Golden Age. A literature is the work of centuries. The game young lady delivered the valedictory. DiMeult task as it is to be in the least original on such occasions the young lady succeeded and produced one of the most touching and feeling of farewells, The class exercises closed with a Polonaise by Liszt performed by Miss Hollister who, with some deficiency in execution, played comprehendingly. The conferring of degrees by President Raymond began with discipular dilectissime, when the audience all looked wise, as if it understood every word, and listened to the end, The graduating class then filed by, received their diplomas and the class of '72 were merged into alumne. The exercises as &@ whole were thoroughly to be enjoyed. They were neither long nor prosy, The honors of the class were bestowed on the ten who took part. The valedictorian was chosen by the class. Something must be said for the admirable delivery of the young ladies, Their enunciation was very clear and distinct, and their voices, though moderately keyed, were clearly heard. The essays were recited and accompanied by gestures for the most part graceful and appropriate, rompted apparently by the person’s interest in her subject. UNION COLLEGE. Inaugural of Dr. Potter—Interesting Addresses by Governor Hoffman, Presi- dent Nott and Others. SCHENECTADX, N, Y., June 26, 1872, The college grounds of old Union assumed their brightest garments to-day,’ on the occasion of the seventy-sixth anniversary commencement exercises and the inauguration of Presi- dent elect Potter, and despite the at times threatening aspect of the clouds above, no rain fell to lessen the number of persons attend- ing from the surrounding cities and country or to mar the joyousness of the occasion. The exercises commenced at ten o’clock in the First Preapyterian church, in the presence of a large audience—more numerous than usual on Commencement Day. Ira Harris, LL. D., class of 1824, introduced Rev. E.N. Potter, D. D., the Presi- dent elect, when Governor John T. Hoffman, LL, D., class of 1846, addressed the President on behalf of the trustees, The address paid a noble tribute to the work of the college during ne past three-quarters o1 @ century, and was characterized by an earnest afd elo- juent delivery, winning much _ applause. In referring to Dr, Potter he spoke of the high an- ticipation the trustees felt of the success of the col- lege under the guidance of the in Coates of a former president of the college, and the son of Bishop Alonzo Potter, of Pennsylvania, thus inheriting a love for old Union from both sides, In response to the address Dr. Potter alluded to the early foundation of the ae seventy-five years ago; to its career in sen: m Houde to the world lawyers, statesmen and men who made their mark in their various walks of life, referrii more particularly to ex-Governor Seward, whom he characterized as one of Old Union’s dear- est sons, to the semi-centennial exercises and the [ee pene on ees, of the former Dr. lott’s presidency. ¢ response was mod- ea maasuming ‘and very hopefal for abright future of lege. An address in behalf of the alamni was then made by Mr, Thomas Allen. of the ‘Chass of 1832. now of St. ings, lined on etther aide by beach and maple trees, | Julius Mace, S. J.; Mr. Sal Mr. F. Simon | other purpose. To successfully elude them is to | Lonis, and President of the Alumni Association of the ie, of the PI John V. L. m, Chancellor of the Board of Regents of the State, delivered the greeting, allud- ing to the fact that Unton College was one of the first on the records of the Board of Regents, to the success of the college, and to many points of in- terest in the career of the college. It was expected that Mr. Wm. H. Seward would be present, but a telegram was received from him ‘tting his inability to attend. us inaugurated, President Potter commenced the duties proper of his ofc, and graduated twenty Fons. men, All the speeches of the students on ie Occasion were exceptionally good, and were delivered in a fine, manly way. AWARD OF PRIZES, The Ingham prize, for distinction hiterature, was awarded to Wi tine McMechan, of Omaha, Neb., and in game department to William James Hii West Milton, N. Y. The Wavner priz manly and scholarly demeanor, was awarded to Andrew Webster Archibald, of New Kingston. The Blatchford oratorical medals, for excellence on the stage, were taken Mh Andrew Webster Archibald and William J. Hillis, and awarded by Dr. Halley, of Albany. The prizes for best essays were won by Messrs. Archibald and William J. of Fultonville. The Nott scholarship was also won by Mr. Archibald, Messrs, Stanton, of Schenect and Hoyt, of Sarato; won the honors for speaking among the Juniors, and Serviss, of Montgomery county, and Waldron, of Cohoes, Albany county, the Sophomores. THE NEWLY ELECTED PRESIDENT. Rev. E. N. Potter, D. D., the President of Union College, was chosen to the position during the past ear by the unanimous vote of the trustees, He is jut thirty-six years old, but came of good stock, and has already given Frome of a bright career. He is an Alumni of Union and the youngest man ever chosen to the position. During the past year, though not entirely identified with the college, he has raised over one hundred thou- sand dollars, and a newchapel has been begun on the campus. Other improvements, such as a gym- nasium, &c., &c., are in contemplation, and taken in English iam Bi altogether the old college gives romise of a glorious future, startin; with a young President whose heart and hand are in the work. He demeaned himself finely yesterday, in the distribution of prizes and awards to the young men, al! of whom entertain a high regard for the new President, A band was present, discoursing excellent music, and adding to the enthusiasm felt by the audience, who were very demonstrative throughout the ex- ercises, RECEPTION, This evening the graduating class, and many dis- tinguished Been ‘om abroad, as well as citizens, were entertained In @ generous manner at the re- sidence of President Potter. DARTMOUTH COLLEGE. Walt Whitman at the Commencement Exercises—The Recitation of His Poem, as Published in the Herald, Creates Quite a Sensation. HANoveR, N. H., June 26, 1872. At Dartmonth to-day, though there were the many ceremonies of commencement to be gone through with, everything culminated in the poem and the poet of the afternoon. The principal meeting was about three o’clock in the church. Punctual to the time the tall figure of Walt Whitman made its appearance, walking slowly, yet not without a certain alertnesss, up the aisle. It is the same figure, well known in New York and Washington, Athletic enough, now becoming aged, yet still smacking of the open air, * with sunburnt features, open neck and = shaggy beard. Whitman alternates in his costume between an entire dress of gray, such as he wore at the American Institute opening, and one of summer blue. This time it was the latter, with white vest, low and wide shirt col- lar without any necktie. His recitation, as pub- lished in the H&RALD to-day, took about twenty- five minutes. He was very easy in his manner of delivery and evinced an unusual degree of what might be called, in a word, empha- sis, but outwardly he shows perfect nonchalance. His vitality and electricity are in the voice, which, although not startling and loud, is impressive and Animating, almost beyond example. There is no doubt that the man is devoutly in earnest and be- lieves fully in his own poems, written or spoken. He is patriotic, too. ‘This Dartmouth piece of to-day was such a cele- bration of America as the ancient Greeks pr Ro- mans might have offered of their own lands PRS their patriotic poets reciting before the people in the days of their proudest national glory. Whit- man, however, sees the grandeur of America in the future, not in the present. He says the trne New World is to be less the _ political and material America, important as those are, but far more the great, advancing, scientific, poetic, and even religious America. He constructed, in his poem of to-day here, a vast composite, tremendous democracy, and showed the United States in it, as the coming idal nationality of the future; producing superior men and women, and as the leading nation of peace, but not at all incapable of being, should occasion arise, the leading nation of war. The lesson of Whitman's elocution is of value to our akers and orators, wno deeply need these qualities of vocal perfec- tion—outward quiet and of interior magnetism— which he possesses so abundantly. The passage to- day in which he pictured American democracy as a ship sailing through eternity, freighted not only with the present but the past, and carrying great companions, was eloquence and poetry of the high- est class, Whitman uses few gestures, generally speaks quietly, deliberately, only sometimes rapidly, auses & good deal, has a way of putting his hands in his breast ‘eer and presents the npreatitye of some florid old farmer or sea captain in a little more glow than usual; but his inherent intellectual sinetion is probably beyond that of any speaker of ie age. HARVARD. President Grant Has the Title of LL. D. Conferred on Him—Large Number of Visitors at the Commencement, Boston, June 26, 1872. The attendance at the Harvard College Com- mencement to-day was unusually large, owing probably to the presence of President Grant and other distinguished persons. There was the usual procession, followed by the Mterary exercises in the church and the bestowal of degrees by Presi- dent Eliot. President Grant, Governor Washburn and James Martineau received the degree of LL. D. The title of D. D. was given to Rev. H that of A. M. to Thomas Motley and Ferdinand Bache, and D, M. B. to Thomas H. Chanler. Much enthusiasm was manifested as the names of the President and the Governor were called, the au- dience rising and cheering the President. FE. Rockwood Hoar was chosen President of the Alumni. BROWN UNIVERSITY. pase a erevenenaey Provipence, R. 1., June 26, 1972. The one hundred and fourth commencement of Brown University was held to-day. The degree of Bachelor of Arts was conferred on forty-four | loth and of Bachelor of bi Meal Ia on four. ‘he honorary degree of Doctor of Divinity was con- ferred on Rev. Lyman Jewett, of the class of 1843, and now a missionary to India; the honorary degree of Doctor of Laws was conferred on Rey. Ezekiel Gil- man Robinson, of the class of 1838, the President elect of the University; Rev. Benjamin Bosworth Smith, of the class of 1816, Bishop of the Protestant Episcopal Diocese of Kentucky, and Hon. Henry Bowen Anthony, of the class of 1833, United States Senator from Rhode Island. BATES COLLEGE. Lewiston, Me., June 26, 1872. At the commencement exercises at Bates College to-day the attendance was large, notwithstanding the rain. The degree of A. B, was conferred upon the (depict | class of fourteen; A.M. in the course upon George B. Files; posuuey coaree of LL.D. upon John Dudley Philbrick, of Boston, and Rev. Jabez Burns, D. D., of London, England, and the degree of D. D. on Rev, Charles Howard Mal- com. ASSASSINATION IN UTAH. Fatal Termination of a Quarrel Between ‘Two Mormon Sports. Sait LAKE Crry, June 25, 18 Charles L. Dalson was assassinated by Oliver Obey, in the Post Office, this evening. About a quar- ter past eight o’clock Obey entered the office, and, coming up behind Dalson, drew a revolver and shot him iz the back, exclaiming, “Now you have got to die!’ Dalson fell at the first fire. “Obey continued firing, ere “Tell the truth before you die! Three of the shots took effect, the first being fatal. Obey was immediately arrested, and the friends of Dalson took the body from the Post ome. Both Dalson and Obey belonged to the sporting fraternity, and have been well known throughout the Western and Pacific States. On the 13th of the hy pe month Dalson published a circular in which e declared that Obey was a sneak thief; that he had attempted to rob'a money safe in Virginia City, Nev., and that his wife was a prostitute, THE ABDUOTION OF DR. BRATTON FROM OANADA, TORONTO, Ont., June 26, 1872, Dr. Rufus Bratton, who was abducted on the 4th inst. by United States detectives, and taken to Yorkville, 8. ©., has been restored to Canadian ‘urisdiction, and is now here 9 THE STRIKERS BECALMED: The Iron Eight-Hour League Paying Their Members. NO PROGRESS REPORTED. Meetings of the Metal Workers, Carvers, Shee Clerks, German Printers and Stable Men. . Yesterday was the dullest one of the long strike, So many men have fallen away from each organiza- tion that those connected with the movement make but little show, and their numbers are lost amid the whirling, eager throngs upon the streets ofthe city. The small associations of men in the minor trades died out early in the movement or were swallowed up by the larger guilds. These in turn have become “dismembered, disbranched and desecrated miserably,” by the abstractions from their forces by popular or cunning mam turers, and by the necessities of men whose wives and babies were pleading for bread at home. Many of these last would rather submit to what they con- sidered injustice from their employers, and the an- Just taunts of their late associates in the reform movement, than to see their dear ones starve. Some of tne Unions, at first successful, are now thrown back into their old position—to submit Rracofully to further exactions or strike again. heir employers who, the necessity belbe remot which caused them to accept terms, aga in propose to dictate ing will be held to-day which will probably fully and finally determine the fate of the larger organizations. The old adage that “It’s an tl wind blows good to nobody” is exemplified in the fortunes of the grocers’ clerks and the barbers, both of whom have reaped a harvest from the exertions of the brown- armed mechanics and laborers and are innocently enjoying the fruits of short and golden hours, The presiding oMcer of the Grocers, Tea Dealers and Clerks’ Early Closing Assoctation is out with a card respectfully suggesting the propriety of purchases being made in their line prior to seven o'clock P. M. The Eight-Hour League. Three thousand dollars was paid out to the men of the Iron and Metal Workers’ Eight-hour League yesterday. Full lists of members were completed and for- warded to the headquarters of the International Soclety of Wheelwrights and Blacksmiths at Cleve- land, Ohio, that society being the principal Ameri- can backer of the metal workers. The meeting was adjourned at five o'clock, to give place for the congregation of the Iron Moulders. The Carvers, This very orderly and energetic body of men held their general quarterly meeting last night at 28 Stanton street. But little action in regard to “the long strike” was taken, business being almost entirely confined to the election of new officers. The Shoe Clerks. The protective union of this branch of the trades held a meeting in Orchard street last evening. A number of new names were placed upon the roll of the society,. and a lohg discussion as to the propriety of amalgamating previous to making their demands known to the employers ensued. No very definite arrangement as to the course to be pursued in the future was arrived at; but everything was pleasantly argued, and, judging by the manner in which the organization is pro- gressing, it is probable that its members will suc- ceed in obtaining a realization of their wishes. Strike of the Second Avenue Stable Men A private meeting of the stable men in the em- ployment of the Second Avenue Railroad Company was held on Tuesday night, and a resolution was passed by them that all should strike yesterday or an increase of pay. Accordingly, yesterday morn- ing about two hundred of them collected around the stables of the company and demanded that the others of their fellow workmen who had gone to their labors should also come out and joiu in the strike. The Nineteenth precinct police were noti- fied, and a platoon was at once sent up to the scene of the disturbance. They were met by a few curses loud and deep, and Captain Gunner, who is not in good odor with the strikers since the clubbing in Forty-second street took place, came in for his share of the ill-feeling of the crowd, The police charged upon them and ar- rested Joseph Reilly, Arthur Mullen, Thomas Reams, John Browley, Francis Ellis and John Wilson. The strikers, It is said, threw stones at the police, but they showed no other resistance. ‘The arrested parties were taken before Justice Bixby, at the Yorkville Police Court. They were each fined $10 and committed to prison in default of $1,000 bail to keep the peace for six months, As they were about being taken downstairs Mullen offerec apology, and confessed that he was sorry to have taken part in the affair, If the Court would let him go this time he would promise to go with the strikers no re. He was dis. charged. Some of the others looked as if they would take their liberty on the same conditions, The German Master Printers. The German employing printers, Mr. G. Lauter? presiding, held a meeting at Huebner’s hotel, in the Bowery, yesterday afternoon, for the purpose of organizing an association, the object of which is to regulate the relations between the employing print- ers and the journeymen, in view of the new scale of prices adopted by the German Typograph- ical Union, involving an increase of wages of twenty percent. A committee appointed for that purpose at the previous meeting, composed of Senses. Kirchner, Gerdts and Randel, submitted a plan of organization, which was adopted. A permanent organization was effected by the election of the following board of officers :—Presi- dent, G. Lauter; Vice President, Nicholas Mueller; Secretary, H. Kirchner; Treasurer, A. D. Gerdts, A. committee to prepare a draft of a constita- tion and by-laws was formed, composed of Messrs. Randel, Cahn, Bieling, and Kirchner, Another committee was appointed, composed of Messrs. Lange, Ludwig, Schiueter, Gerdts and Voytits to confer with the English-spéaking em- ploying printers on the subject of the increased scale of prices which the Typographical Union proposes to enforce. Action on a prop- osition to offer a compromise, involving an increase of ten per cent instea of twenty per cent, as demanded by the journeyme was postponed to awaifthe result of the action o} the Conference Committee. It was stated that the rman Typographical Union had conferred with the Commissioners of Immigration to obtain controt of immigrant \positors their landing at Castle Garden, and the above-mentioned Conferenge Com- re was therefore instructed to look into this matter, BROOKLYN STRIKES, City Railroad Employes Moving. The employés of the Brooklyn City Railroad Com» pany were surprised yesterday to find a written notice posted in the office at the terminus of the route to the effect that trom Sunday, 30th, the rates of wages of conductors, drivers, blacksmiths and stable men in the employ of that wealthy corpora- tion would be increased by the addition of twenty- five cents per diem to their present meagre compensation. -This was far from satis- factory to the conductors and drivers. They have been quietly but actively engaged for the past three weeks in canvassing the wages and time question among each other, and arrived at the con- clusion on Saturday last that their wages should not be one cent less than $2 75 per diem, and that twelve hours should constitute a full day's work. Any time occupied by the company over twelve hours should be paid for as “extra.” As their case stands now they claim they are the hard-worked, poorly paid and much- abused servants of the rich railroad company, work from fourteen to sixteen hours daily, and receive but $225 per day. The alleged injustice of their employers was first commented upon by a con- Guctor on the Fulton avenue line, who was dig- missed by the company because he had the hardi- hood to communicate upon the subject with his fellow sufferers on the road. The movement has spread, however, to such @ degree that the Superintendent of the road thought he observed the premonitory symptoms of very serious incon- venience in event of @ preconcerted and general “knock-off of their employés at an e: f day. The company sought to effect a compri by offering the advance above set forth, and mi conductors and drivers yesterday declared that bea would not accept the terms offered. ‘The whole hog or none,” said one of conductors, “is what we want. Surely a conduc should be required to be @ man of more intelligence. and better address than a ‘bank digger,’ and yet these rich men who own the Brooklyn Sity Railroad don’t think so, Their object is, sir, to run their cars, no matter who their emplo: are, or whether the interest of the travelling public is subserved at all. Conductors should be regularly licensed as such. If that were done the beds could not go over to Gastie Garden, to the tion depot, and bring over ‘greenhorns’ to take the places at ‘rat rates,’ before es know what the currency of the country is, Old reel. dents and citizens of the United States.” Rumor has it that a general strike of railroad em will take place on Sunday morning next, are about five hundred men in the employ of the companys