Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-07-11

aunt in the country 70 iahals the pare sr and e.
my frame, and makes me forget for while, that
sage with alliss misery ishasging DER me-"
Hast thou ever been to Rhinebeck2 If not, pray
thee go-t is beautiful village about five hours san
up the noble Hudson, and will amply repay yeu Tor
spending few days there. Friend 1'remper, OF the
hotel, makes good Iulap, and has some prime Ha-
vanas, which combined TO theoher attractions, rem
der il pieasan resdeRce-thc inhabitants are socl-
able and the hand Of friendship is extended to stran-
gers with degree of cordslity that IS rarely Wit
messed. soon became acquainted with gentleman
who kindly undertook to be my ciceroRe Among
other places he took me to Far held by the ladies'
for the promotion of some charitable object. Upon
entering the room, my eyes were dazzled by me
number of beautiful women, all intent upon selling
their wares. My kind friend introduced me 10
number of the most beautiful, and was soon as
burthcned of my small change. Miss >. young
fairy, came to me with magic wand and wished
to tell my fortune. "Only one shilling" said she
smiling, and old as am, could not resist the temp
taton. Miss D., who presided at the confectionery
table, is beautiful girl, and am told she is duly ap-
preciated by young gentleman when saw "whs-
pering soft nonsense in her ear" Miss II, MISS >,
Miss D., Miss L., all are passing fair; Miss v W.,
her mild eyes beamng with intelligence, particular
ly struck my fancy as being oneto-
ia ne the fiery spirit down to love-" -.
Well, may success attend them. understand thu
proceeds of this fair to be appropriated 10 the
support of Missionaries in the Pacfc-thls IS TO be
regretted. do not undervalue the service of those
pioneers of christianity, but the money could be pro-
ftably expended at home in laying the foundation OF
apubic library or some other object that would IN
after ages reflect honor the founders and entille
them to the thanks of the public
The annexed letter from Bridgeport has been on
hand several days. and nothing but the celebration of
the 4th prevented it having an earlier Insertion
TT - - h. ham
at Bridgeport and wish we were there at this mo-
ment with "mine host" of the - Hotel; feast
ing on one of his well cooked tautogs or shadobo-
chas, as "gente- hearted Charles" calls them. Ma
dame Ms ladies' school deserves all the praise that
can be bestowed upon it. and SO do the young ladies
that attend it,
Bridgeport, Connecticut.
New YoRK, June 30, 1888.
Mr.. EDIroR,-Were you ever at Bridgeport? II
not advise you visit there at your earliest leisure
Mr.. Bennett, know, has been there, and was de-
lighted with the fascinating iadles-but alas! he's
gone. Yet by the style in which the charming Her
aid ia edited, know that you are a man of his ewn
peculiar ways, and think that you cannot pass a
few days more pleasantly than in that delightful city
l left here about two weeks since on what might be
termed "a tour Down east, and all along Shore"
was riding through Bridgeport, and being pleased
with the appearance OF The place, l concluded to
spend III ee days there. BY the politeness of
the gents, introduced to several Of the ladies'
lGod bless them y whe are indeed beautiful. found
them 10 be so pleasant, and the place SO romantic,
that concluded to 60 thus far and no farther
The ladies' are the most angelic beings that l ever
met with IT'S true they do not boast Of so much
tfical beauty as some of our Broadway bellies, but
really do not mean TO pay the ladies OF New York
SO bad a compliment to intimate that there are
none beautiful. Accuse not of such high treason
to their charms as you and every other reasonable
man knows that they are unsurpassed
"Yet'tsswest to think, wherever rove,
We are sure 70 find something SUI that is GEAR;
We've but make love the lips that Rear."
This sentiment is toe congenia TO our frailties not
may say captivated, by the lovely ladies Of that
place, cannot know how to appreciate beauty. But,
Mr.. Editor, do not wish TO delineate TO the ap-
pearance OF the ladies, lest should have serious
But knowing how you dolize the fair SEX and az is
q delightful day, we will take imaginary walk
through Main street, which is by far the most fash
onabe promenade for bellies, daadies, and dande-
ngs that this miniature city boast Oft is the
Broadway of B. Observe that beauteous be-
ing, gally dressed who walks as if conscious Of
her own beauty. II is the accomplished Miss B.
She 10 none OF yeur modest damses but has a smile
for all her friends and gives look for every she
takes. See you that groap of maidcns as lovely az
heuris, who are following behind2 They are mostly
from Philadelphia and New York they attend Ma
dame Ms Seminary. They are indeed beautiful.
ne one III pidld SILK, ana SO gdliy Deueckeu with
flowers and ribbons, is the soul-enchanting Miss Y
of East Broadway. The ladies on the opposite side
of the way, in robes of white, are the Misses c..
The syph like form, the grace, and beauty of these
ladies' joined to an animation which shows that the
casket contains hearts as gentle and afeclisnate as
the forms are beautiful that conceal them. The en-
chanting being crossing the street, is Miss B. Her
hair is of light uuburn, her eyes Of beautiful hazel
and of the soflest expression united with rich
plexon.
Her charms such ravsh with delight,
Enchan the heart, and captivale the signt
In short, Mr.. Editor, these heavenly creatures must
be seen, as they cannot be described. 1 most hum
bly, beg their pardon fer the liberties have taken in
attempting description, knowing that am incapable
of dong them justice.
Suppose we change the subject and take some of
the gents in hand whose conduct is fast gaming
them notonety. De you know that sneaklsh looking
person with dewncast look coming towards us 7
What not know him Why, bless you, that is Mr..
A. A. l., he is one of those sort Of fellows "who
dare not call their soul their own" Why, il is not
many weeks since his (which is like an ntero-
CATION polnD was pulled by one OF eur Pearl 81.
iriends. Now, if he would hold his head little
higher and not sneak along quite so much il would
be decided improvement TO his general appearance.
He 10 smart fellow, taking into consideration his
had tho h,l Sol