Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-02-16
JAxEs GoRDox BxSNErT, Rsq.

JAMES GoRDos BEsSErr, Esq
As it 10 stated that Sir Francis B. Head
10 his way this city, TO embark tor Engano'
and may be expected in few days would u no, DC
forming an act justice towards that Distinguished ON
GER for deputaton Of British born citizens res1ent IN
this city wait ~pon his Excelency with an ADDRESS
expressive of their high appreciation and admiration OF
his public conduct during the recent revolt IN upper
Canada ana the mild forbearng and Existent exercise
of the authority vested in him by the British crown du
ring the menacng attitude assumed by numbers OF ms,
guided and violent men who IN denance OF ha'ionai
faith and national treaties, commenced an unprovoked
and insulting crusade upon the lives property and hber
ties of the citizens of Upper Canada An expression oil
this kind would certainly be grateful 10 ms Exceiency
in hearty accordance aud union with mat class oil c
zrns appeal TO- to make the expression, and doing
violence the feelings OF any party whatsoever tor
certainly the interest Of all parties is Interviewer with
the perpeuiy OF peace between the TWO nations winch
peace was ieopardized by the exravagant folly and
wicked Vaccinations Of numbers OF self-syled Patriots,
and which peace has been maintained and preserved in
the main by the manly, enlightened and generous policy
pursued bv his Exceency Sir Francis b. Head
/, is pretty generally understood that his resignation
forced upon him through The united influence and
false representations OF the Radical party on both sides
the the ve-y party who cencoced the revolt and
who raised the rebel banner; his recall would be- and
is doubt hailed by that party triumph obtained
BY them Let then Sir Francis to our father
land unaccompaned by testimonial so just TO his mer
and under existing circumstances grateful 10 his
feelings. Yours, most respectfully,
AND SUBSCRIBER TO YOUR EXCELLENT HERALD.
The proposition contained in the foregoing communi-
cation is all very WELL and we have objection to urge
against it. TRe fellow.countrymen OF Sir Francis have
perfect right express their sentiments, and pay
their compliments TO a deserving public officer OF their
nation and we cannot but admit that Sir Francis
has met the difficulties of his position with admirable
foresight prudence, and resolution; and his vindcaon
with the people Of England viii be amply urged by the
which he has triumphed The ministry
that has recalled him is pretty much, in this respect
in the situation Of Lord Norths imbeces, who de-
spached Sir Roger Curtis supersede Rodney, day
or two previous 10 the famous victory of the l2h April
1872.
If this compliment was proposed be paid to Colo
mel McNab it would be different thing, and should
oppose ii pedi5us Ct INCUBUS His attack the Caro-
line is PERFECTLY unustfabe; and his recen, letter to
General Scott who is preverbally
"The mildest hammered
That ever scutticd ship, or cut throat"
quite savagerous, and has sunk the ntempera.e wri-
ter UNNECESSARILY in public estimation. We must
fess have fears for the tranquility Of Upper Canada
if such fred wud" and isoed partisan is TO be in
the confidence Of those who administer It's lhrs.
Thoughts on w aIking the Streets of a City.
Morality, philosophy. tke Of the time. and
the modes of thinking which prevail in the commusiy,
the legitimate subjects of public journalist; and
newspaper when rightly conducted should perform the
duties Of preacher, sage, an5 didactc teacher
well that of recorder Of the of the day.
the vicssitudes Of states and the changes Of politics
and business. The pulpit yield in utility and pop
uary to well conducted journal. its precepts
be inculcated in familiar and manner, d.
vested Of the pedantry, mannerism aud ecclesiastical
exclusivism which often leave their impression on
the minds Of the preachers of different sects. In eur
discharge Of Of functions that Of social moral
ist, we willingly open columns TO the following
commune atoa which may be useful those just step
ping on the threshold OF active fe is written in an
eegan, strain, and with a most excellent aim.
GENTLE READER-Did yoa ever, while walking
through the Of this great city speculate largely
upon the probable happiness OF misery which was
then filling the bosoms OF some OF your fellow pe6es
TRANS
Behold tina, Young and fascinating creature before
you-pacng along with downcsst eye and folded hands.
What glorious images Of the past present and future,
are passing in pleasing visions through her spoiless
mind The sunny days oil her childhood-the dear
companions Of her schoolday pleasureshe glad voice
OF a beloved brother or sister, now, perchance, far
awaythe happy hours spent under the paernsl roof
ALL all ihrongng IN joyous array before her Or
she is just stepping upon the threshold OF woman.
wood perhaps a serious and interesting thought
still is present with her-for she may be contemplating
leaving the society of her cherished companions
and the dear paerual rce take sanctuary under
whose owner is already The choice Of her heart-the
controller Of her destiny.
Beautiful creature-pause well ere you quit the
shelterng of those, who have so long so tendy
loved you for those of stranger Mark well his habits
his disposition his principles Are ysu he is com
petent TO make you happy ! You think So no doubt ;
but have YOU left unried ascertain the basis
upon which your hopes Of happiness are foundedf II
you have not forbcurt sign harwhch may prove your
irrcvoc ,ble doom Of misery. And provided you
certain Of his abilities make you good companion
you equally well acquainted with your own heart
Have you made yourself thoroughly familiar with the
important and responsible situation you about 10
place yourself in7 Have yea schooled your mind TO
bear patiently he misortunes and prvations Of life f
they should come spon you Can you cheerfully be
come his partner in every trial which he may be called
upon and help to support his mind under
them BY the fottsde and resignation Of your and
BY your firm reliance onihe will and power Of divine
provi ence endesvo lead him drink deeply the
same foam, Of mercyi 1fyou do this. then you
be an help mate ndeed-then leave thy father house
and the dear maternal bosom which has long iostered
thee and 90 with him thou lowest, asd be him the
bright ofhis des,inyhe very sunlight Of his exist
ence.
Look at that youth Just verging into manhood, with all
the visionary dreams Of his boyish days and bright
about him What high and noble thoughts have tasen
possession Of his ardent and generous mind Iienow
thinks that he 10 about fulfilled all the fondly
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