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DENIS 31ACPIIIEE; or ..theliaV-E.TRADE IN DUBLIN.
Air—" Langolee."
When first from Kilkenny in Dublin's big Sir,
Attnear'd my own self, Mr. Denis 31
I rambled the streets and fine spares up and down, Sir,
Each wonder of Art and or Nature to see !
Long life to kind Nature who formed the sweet lasses
IR Dublin, her fairest best work, that she classes !
Food luck. too, to ll' Allk Ex, whose Jet, like bright glasses,
Irradiates the Boots of net: Denis 31acphee!
When first on the Boots of a high dashing Beau, Sir,
Mr image in each shone so sportive anti free,
Said to myself,—" These Two I 'rehins below, Sir,
`• The genius displays of the fain'd Patentee
" The Two Little Negroes so docile and mute„
" Your motions attending, in active pursuit. Sir,
"f hired they are, or else sold with each Boot, Sir,
" Inform, if you prate, Mr. Denis Macpbee!
" Now fait, my good friend," said this joking narrator,
•6 And is it my two Pickaninuies you see ?
" In Dublin tong time past but one speculator
" The Agent of Taste was elected to be!
" And lilies inimited Jet you would try, Sir,
" An 1 'rehin or two you may hire or buy, Sir.
t• %Pith brillinnre unequall'd your Boots to supply, Bir.
" (loud wonting. my friend, Mr. Denis 31acphot !
Then asking for W :I lir. sr, of Dress ..he Refiner,
A Boonnaker's shop I encounteed with glee;
Bad luck to the sly laughing hoaxing designer,
The devil an Ur. hin to let out for me!
" And yet," said the Shoprnan. " your errand not larking
" Here s that which was meant, Sir, in %Vaunt x's Jet
Blacking,
Whose worth, use. and beauty, high fashion still backing,
" Shall gra.* your site legs, Mr. Dents Macphee !"
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From the . iineW"rwthie Joinuttl •
The doctrines of Phrenology have been long visited by
much ridicule, and opposed with much prejudice. For
some time past, however, the opinions of many appear to
have been considerably changed ; whilst the number of its
supporters has increased, and its adversaries dimiuished.
We have now arrived at the period when we not only ex-
pect, but receive attention, Instead of jest, and investiga-
tion, instead of ribaldry, when those who oppose, take, at
least, some little trouble first to understand the subject :
and it may ho hoped that, ultimately, our antagonists wi:l
refrain from attacking what has not been advanced ; and
impute only to the system ita own necessary qualities, eed
its own legitimate consequences and conclusions.
The object of Phrenology is to shew, that there is a re-
melt), and actual connection between the internal nature of
human beings, and the external form of the heal.
It is a very old doctrine, that the countenance posscsees
the capacity of indicating the moral and intellectual c:11..
racter of the individual. The science of Physiognomy has
been long reduced to general rules; and there arc very few
who venture to assert that it is wholly without foundat: on.
The objections against it have been rather to some of its
details and peculiar features, than to its general principle.
The object cf Phrenology has, therefore, no claim to .ate
lute novelty; but the means by which it proceeds, its ie.
strument of operation, are, beyond all doubt, perfectly
and entirely new.
The whole arganitation of sentiment, intellect, and pas-
sion, possesses a reciprocal and mutual of each part
upon the others. The operation is in truth two-fold,—
first, in some instances, controlling, not Only their original
development and its p , but also their subsegeent
action after the period orAreevagelopment ; secondly, in other
instances, stimulating their manifestations, and increas!ne
the sphere of their activity..
This may be partially illustrated by analogy to the ra-
tite of the senses which appear to be similarly constituted
—sometimes producing greater accuracy of ju Igment,
by the combination of their powers—bet at others, dimi-
nishing the exercise and intensity of the single sense, by
subdividing the unity of the impression. Thus, the sense
of hearing is more concentrated and powerful when the eve
is closed, or when darkness surrounds ua, than when i:,
the broad glare of day, when every sense is awakened and
employed; just as the rays of light are scattered in open
space, instead of being assembled into one condensed
focus.
It is a well-known fact in the natural history of mar,
that he powenes some sentiments and propensities in com-
mon wit the brute creation ; whilst others are peculiar to
his nature, and are possessed by no other living being and,
in proportion as the inferior, or the superior, class ha pees
to predominate, so is the measure of the snorel exzellenc,
or depravity, of the dissector.
It will be found, I believe, that the superior sentiments
which attach exclusively to the nature of human beings,
when peculiarly developed, act, generally, in the way of
restraint and control, upon the excessive indulgence both
of the intellectual faculties and the propensities.
Thus Conscientiousness will restrain cupidity. A con-
scientious man, however much he may desire to possess
those objects which administer to his gratification, rill
take possession only of then to which he is justly entitled :
instances of this character are numerone. Mankind, for
wise purposes, are constructed with a strong disposition to
accumulate : without such a disposition, it is probable that
few improvements wt uld have been effected, and industry
would scarcely bare had an existence. If man had taken
no pleasure in treasuring up the fruits of his labour, he
would not have bestowed the labour ; if it had afforded
him no gratification to behold the progress of his exertions,
he would have made none. No social advancement would
have taken place. IVe should have remained " unaltered
and unimproved?' This principle, therefore, of accumu-
lation—this desire to possess--this spirit of gain, which
has been despised and ridiculed, appears to be an import-
ant element its the constitution. pima. Abused its
small degree, it becomes covetousness : and,when carried
te excess, and uncontrolled and unrestrained, it is, in its
secret practice, fraud ; and in its open and violent prosecu-
tion, robbery. That which is good, useful, and excellentto a limited extent ; becomes bad, pernicious, and detest-
able, when it passes beyond its prescribed boundaries. I.
is se, indeed, in all nature. Moderation is the golden lac .
Every gift of Heaven--every boon that a bountiful Pros
deuce has bestowed upon us, partakes of then= qualit..
The most rational enjoyment, every moral and every into.-
lectual pleasure, becomes debased by excess.
There are many instances in society which might be ad-
duced in support of this part of the system : men who,
a strong desire to heap up the advantages within their
reach, have shorn the strictest devotion to probity arel
'justice.
Conscientiousness will act, not only upon the desire •.•
accumulate, but will restrain, also, other propensities. 1
is the sentiment of rectitude : it constitutes the mord
sense ; and its tendency is to control the unjust exercise ct
every power and faculty of erring humanity : it contem-
plates the rights of others with a sacred regard. flowevrr
strong the disposition may be of some of the lower faculties
to seek their personal gratification, it maintains its morel
dominion, and, when connected with firmness, constitue •
exalted excellence and dignity of character ; its result is it
flexible justice, and an integrity which no temptation ca:,
corrupt.
Hope will naturally counterpoise Fear, or excessive
Caution, and elevate Circumspection to confidence eel
activity.
' Firmness, associated with the sentiment of ('onscien-
tiousuess, is peculiarly important to every branch of cur
moral and intellectual nature. It imparts decision of pur-
pose, constitutes determination, and contributes greatly to
steadiness and perseverance of pursuit. In excess. it tray
lead to obstinacy, or to infatuation ; but the abuse is one:et
to a deficiency in some other department of the moral Cr
intellectual system.
Pride or Self-esteem,—however unamiable when it rises
beyond a moderate extent, and however disgusting when
excessive—is eminently beneficial in the general cowt:-
tution of the human character. iVithout the possession
of seine share of it, the seutimcnt of respect would dege-
nerate into et:lf-abasement, to pusillanimous humility, or
fawning subserviency. 'finis. in every step, we perceive
bow admirably adapted is each particle of human nature
to produce the great results of the whole singular and cu-
rious design. VI ithout some restraint imposed by the reserve
of pride, how ridiculous would vanity become!
Its cperations on several of the propensieirs must also be
obvious, preventing the degradation of the character by
improper indulgence—moderating anger, and subduing tles
excesses of lawless passion.
On the faculties of the mind it also possesses its meast:ie
both of control and excitement. It stimulates to se% r-
tion, in order to ensure that home-felt satisfaction which
results from a favourable comparison of ourselves with
' others.

Vanity, the love of approbation, or the desire of ap-
plause, :it its proper and limited sphere, has the merit both
of sting to good, and of controlling evil. It excites
to the est rcisc of the faculties and the action of thc senti-
ments, in order to obtain the suffrages of kindred being,.
Such a motive may not be the highest in the moral seals: ;
but, when restrained within reasonable bounds, it is
equaliy useful and agreeable. Associated with lime% o-
knee, it produces, often, a very amiable and social cha-
racter.

The Propensities, considered in their cifect upon cacti
ether, as will as upon the erotic: nts and faculties. air
also, with respect to some of them, of an inciting and stt.
ululating nature, whilst others have a tendency to control
and restrain.

Population seems to be upon the increase every where-
A late letter from New York says, " In one year this city
has Increased the number of its dwelling-houses by 2,outit
at the same time gaining an accession of 6,000 souls. Seven
.iew churches have also been built. According to an actual
census, there are at present 190,000 inhabitants in •Cese
York, and tl6 buildings devoted to public worship.•'