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Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31
Marine COura.
Before Judge Hammond


July 3O.-Jshn Reed Eben FarsseH-This
was an action for balance Of seanens wages due TO
the plaintiff for services performed on board the
Franklin of which the defendant was the MASTER
The second count Of the declaration charged the de.
fendant with not furnishing the plaintiff with a suf-
cheney OF wholesome food, and claimed damages
therefor
II appeared from the testimony Of the steward, that
when about three days out Of Liverpool the captain
directed him TO open three barrels IL beef that stood
on the deck, and use them up. Some Of this beef
was produced in Court and il was not very pleasant
to the oliactory organs of his Honor and the Jury
Among the bones the head Of some animal that
neither" ehcweth the cud divided the hoof and
therefore unclean, according to the Mosaic law
This beet lasted twenty seven days, during which
time the crew fed upon il. The small stores
were also proved to have been very short before the
vessel made the land, in equence of the captain
having caused family who had taken passage in the
steerage, to be supplied with rations by the steward
This testimony was corroborated by the first mate
and three other witnesses.
The defence set up, was, that the provisions were
not bad and that the small stores lasted until they
were all used mp The cooper called who exa-
mined the beef before the vessel left this port
and II was sweet and sound then.
The jury found for the plaintiff, S27 60 being the
sum whichthe plaintiff claimed from the owners.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

Tnr ROBERTS vAsr.-we understand that seve-
raj gentlemen, Of the first standing in the csmmer-
cia world, intend to take this matter in hand and
procure the necessary sum $500, in order TO pre-
sent this beautiful and appropriate tribute to Capt
Roberts, on his next arrival fros England A grand
dinner will be given to the gallant Captain at the
Astor House, who's the vase will be presented 10 him
A return dinner will be given board the British
Queen.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

TRiSirY CHURcn.-This old pile is nearly pulled
down. We understand, tfrom the very best and
most direct authority that the steepe is to remap
and that the church is to be built up again in two or
three years, near like the former edifce as posi-
BILE. No improvement, no enlargement, in keeping
pace with the times. But the good old Jog trot,
nevertire, never sweat, stick inthe-mud system is
TO be kept up, and above all, the public are 10 be
kept in profound ignorance Of these movements un-
til they are consummated.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

THE CRoroS AauEDUcT AND THE Commission
ERs.-We have already shown that, by the jobbing,
laundering and stupidity ofthe water commissioners
debt has been increased from eight to ten
millions and viii probably reach twelve or fourteen
millions if they are allowed to continue in Office;
therefore we call for their instant removal and for
the appointment Of capable men in their place.
They are appointed by the Governor and Senate,
and are removable for cause, holding Office at the
pleasure Of the same. Sufficient has been
shown warrant their removal and the interests Of
this great city require that their situations should
be properly filled. They have shown degree Of
stupidity and obstinacy unparalleled by intelligent
men, and il evident from the tenor Of their recent
report, that in order 20 throw blame the wing
party, they do not to let have the water in
the city for five years to come. Remove these in
capables, and according to the plan we pointed out
last week have the Croton water in our
houses in two years. Therefore remove the Com
missioners.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

NInLo's.-A new vaudeville and the favorite pam
tomime OF LUomo Rosso are the amusemeuts in
which the kavels appear this evening. So familiar
have the public become with the merits ofthesc ac
complished artists that we only deem IL our duty to
announce their entertainment satisfied that nothing
more y requisite 70 induce avist TO this popular
sort.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

o. A man named Presley Todd was killed by an.
other named Colcher, in Cincinnati on the 2Ist
inst Both were drunk. The Cncinnatians had
better adopt the fifteen gallon law, for then they
would not be able to kill each other. There have
been murders in Massachusetts, since the passage
Of the law. People drnk-lay themselves on the
road side, and pass quietly into eternity.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

Do The letter bags Of the steam packets and
packet ships TO sail tomorrow, are at Gilpin's Ex.
change Reading Room. They will close early in the
morning.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

GJ- The Commodore Elliott Court Of Enquiry has
adjourned, without having determined whether he
shall be tried By Court Martial or not.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

eU- Lauriat went up in his balloon yesterday after
noon from Hoboken, and when last seen was passin.
over Harlem.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

Co Jefferson Flagg, the murderer Of James ID
Robinson last year, in Tennessee has been captured
in Arkansas.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

BY the Orion, Lee, from Port Prince. we have
received the "L'Union" to the 18th inst We re-
turn thanks to Capt. Lee for his attention
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

0r,- war is raging among the Cherokees. The
Ridge and Ross parties have for long time been
fighting with words, bat have now adopted new
system Of warfare, and kill each other.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

ei- Baron MereschaI, the Austrian minister, and
Count Coobiano, the Sandman minister arrived at
St. Louis on the 18th instant. They are on tour
through the country.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

Co Mr. Poinsett has arrived in this city, en- his
way to Saratoga, to join His Democratic Majesty in
taking horn OF Congress water, some warm morn
ing this week. Mr.. Forsyth will also be with them
in day or two; and before. they return to Washing
ton the trio intend to make Of the frontier and
take ride down the St Lawrence. Peter Poinsett
intends to stop at West Point on his way down, and
after giving the cadets few lessons in the most APP
proved system Of temperance tactics, read them
statistical lecture on sobriety and commen sense.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

FUNNY SCENE AT THE BowERr.-We may talk as
we please about the burlesque on manners published
by Msrryat and others; but scene occurred at the
Bowery Saturday night, that il published either
Of the books Of travels, would be regarded as the
widest fiction. A gentleman, with two ladies', en-
tered the dress circle OF the Bowery after the
play began, and finding the atmosphere very close,
deliberately took of his coat and laid IL beside him
not being sufficiently cool, he took off his vest also
Still feeling uncomfortably warm, ne rolled up his
shirt sleeves and in this state sat out the play This
is all very well so far; but Mr.. Hamblin must issue
a "circular, containing rules to be observed in the
summer season. Because IT is possible, that if the
thermometer rises few degrees higher, some Of the
gentlemen may deem il desirable TO divest them.
selves Of their breaches, unless assured by printed
circular that il is contra bonos mores.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

JCLY @.-Locofoco dmusemenfs On Monday
evening, as Alderman Tieman was slowly vending
his way mp by 18th street. he observed five odd look
ing personages standing on the sidewalk seemingly
IN hot dispute. The Alderman was anxious 10
know what they were talking about, and according
ly crossed the street. and found that three of the
men were German locofocos disputing with two
wings on the merits Of the sub-trcasury system and
the folly OF the wings in attempting to bolster mn the
price OF cotton Al length the dispute waxed hot
and one Of the locofocos, taking up large stone,
swore that ne could knock down the cotton trade as
easy as he could break city lamp. Extraordinary
as this may appear, he Immediately suited the action
to the word, and smashed OF the new gas illum.
majors all to slivers. The Alderman said nothing.
put Io'lowso me men, wis broke some more lamps in
the same wanton manner. The Alderman still con-
t,nucd IN their wake, and SO soon as thew came in
sight OF watchman, he gave the whole batch into
custody. The next morning they brought to
tnc once. when they proved a. be the Rev. Mr..
Foerst who holds forth az the corner Of Delaney and
Rivngton streets-Leopold Burlingcr and his bro
ther-a Journeyman baker Of the name Of Reingard-
and German tailor. The latter aud the parson are
staunch wbigs-all the others are locofocos. The
Justice fined them $50, which they would have had
10 fork over, but that half the nformer and
the Alderman gave them back his share Of the
penalty.
n Desperafe Burgiar.--Isaac Kelly, a negro was
brought up before Justice Hopson. charged with
breaking into a genteman's coach house at Bush
wick, and stealing a set OF harness. II appeared
from the testimony OF one of the crew Of the viii
imsburg ferry boats, that he the accused cros-
sing early hour, and supposed that the harness
was not honestly come by. He therefore followed
him when he got ON shore with the view of giving
the negro into custody-but the latter suspecting his
intentions, drew knife upon him, and a desperate
struggle ensued. Some men fortunately came up,
and the negro was secured.
Money Rtcocered.-We are glad to learn. that
through the sxcrtions Of officer A. M. q. smith, the
money lost by Mr. Bates is likely 10 be recovered;
and we take this opportunity of correcting error
we fell into the other day witt respect to this gentle
man. whose occupation Is a respectable one lie was
coniounded with person of the same name, who
frequents the lew haunts OF the Bowery.
CoRoSERs Orricr, July 30.--.fpother Mwder.-
An inquest was held nj 18TH street on the BODY NJ
Daniel Heppern, who lost his lie, IN ARRAY among
the laborers employed the Croton Aqueduet on
Saturday night last
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

% The race horse Johanna has been sold fol
$4,000.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

IsptAx LEGENDS, &c.-Mr. Schoolcraft has writ
ten an excellent werk on this subject, and the
Messrs Harpers have published it. II is therefore,
needless to say that IL well got up, and worth read
ing II will well repay an attentive perusal; the
tales are admirably wrought up and display % in
pleasing and powerful manner, what IL is neces-
sary we all should be copverssnt with, the manners
| and customs Of the aborigines Of this country.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

o. Why do not the large. loafns Wall street pa
pers take up the important subject Of the Croton
Aqueduct9 Are they jealous because the "Herald"
has forestalled thcml The "Journal'' has given a
poor hash Of the Report, and the "star' yesterday
reprinted paragraph en- the subject from the "He-
rald," without giving credit for the same This
is small business, my masters,
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

THE WARTS rHr EAsr.--ltis very evident, from
the movements Of France and England, that they in
tend to act entirely in concert in relation the dis
pute between the Sultan and the Pacha, and to en-
dcavor put speedy stop to all fighting for which
purpose they have sent out vessels Of war; and order
cd their officers to act peace makers. hut if the
Sultan should use violence 20 Mr. Rhodes, for boxing
the ears OF Mustapha Bey, we can get up a pretty
fight in the east OF own and take Constantnople
Commodore Porter is on the spot.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

CHAMBsas's EDISBUReH JoURSkL.-We would
wish TO be emphatic when say, that this is Of
the very best books that ever printed in any
country or language. IL contains 400 closely printed
quarto pages, every article which is selected and
written with care, good taste, and by Of talent;
and the price is but 50 for the yearly volume; Is
monthly parts have been reprinted by Mr. Jackson,
OF l02 Broadway; and no parent or child should be
without this very useful and cheap publication. The
community is much indebted TO MIR. jackson for the
publication Of many valuable works many useful
subjects; but for giving good and cheap reprint
Of Chambers's Journal, he deserves the lasting
thanks of his fellow citizens.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

The STREErs.-We learn that the Street Inspec-
tor Of the Second Ward is in the habit of entering
private houses, whence rubbish 10 thrown, and
falsely asserting that the inmates thereof keep the
streets dirty. lie has doae this in tive three in
stances to brighten females, when no male member
Of the family has been present 1.-The repeats this in
solent conduct, are assured he will be thrown
csremonie. Some Of the streets present an I'M
proved state; but still they are not swept often
enough, and they require watering every day. The
Common Council must act speedily upon this point
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

The SMITH DAVIS CAsE.-We refer TO this case
for we trust, the last time. And do so, for three
reasons; first, to congratulate our fellow citizens
that the walls Of the State prison will now preserve
then. from being plundered by OF the most infa-
nous scoundrcls that ever infested city; secondly,
TO call on them to award all praise N officer A. NJ.
9. Smith. who, alone, aud opposed by numbers Of
the pscs, procured this scoundrers convictions and.
thirdly, and lastly 10 hold up to the execraon Of the
community, all those in the police out Of it, or
wherever they may be, who, knowing his character,
endeavored to get such villain clear from Justice.
They know themaelves why they did so, and we
trust their fellow citizens will understand their mo
tives also. They failed, however aud If their own
hearts do not .eprosch them sufficiently, we doubt
whether they not caous alike 10 praise and cen.
sure.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

Carr MARRYATr AND HIS DIARY.-The gallant
captain is cunning fellow; he procured file Of the
Herald" for six months before he left for England,
and has used it text book to string together his
Incidents He has ridiculed the and praised the
women Of this country, and therefore his book will
be read with delight and he will have large major
ity in his favor. He says, in speaking of the Albany
Acadamy:-
"As young ladies are assembled here from every
State OF the Union, il vas fair criterion Of Amer
can beauty, and it must be acknowledged that the
American women the prettiest in the whole
world"
After this admission, he is at liberty to say any
thing that he pleases about the and their
Only praise the women--stick Hp for the pretty
girls. We must have the pettcsats extoled and
lift them mp Chat is, voices all occasions in
support Of the same.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

CoRoSsFs OrFicr, July 30--.fpob,er Mvder-
An inquest was held nj 18th street the BODY III
Daniel Heppern, who lost his Tic, IN ARRAY among
the laborers employed the Croton Aqueduet on
Saturday night last.
John MFarland deposed that on Saturday, himself
and some more got into dispute, and finally got 10
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

The JERSEY LoArERs.-Whcre were the Jersey
Loaters on Saturday night Z The British Queen
eff the Hook at midnight, firing rockets and guns,
and did not get pilot till seven o'clock Sunday
morning.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

NUisANcE.-vill the Corporation put stop to
the infamous nuisance called Colgats's filthy soap
factory, in Dutch street? This is a pest to the
neiyhborhood. Last night these people let of their
filthy slime, aud suffooating foamng liquor, (the
most nauseous imagnable,) and almost poisoned the
whole neighborhood before five o'clock We calmly
and adyisedly state that this filthy factory of Col
gates, is one Of the most shameful nuisances the
lower part Of the city contains
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

TOMB OF THE MARTYRs.-A little pamphlet with
this title, has been Published by Childs, 50 vesey
street. 1t refers to the tomb erected by that worthy
man Benjamin Romano, to the memory of the Mar
yrs OF the revolution, who died in the prisons and
prissn ships, daring the years of the Revou-
tionary War. 1t should be read by every one; it is
full OF interest and thrilling statements, and should
produce what it desires to effect, the erection of
Noble Monumental Tomb by the Nation to her
martyred Heroes.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-07-31

LADY FLORA HAsTiEes.-As much has been
said about this young lady, who died virgin at the
age Of 49, il may not be amss to give short outline
Of her lineage She descended, by the female
line from ancient and distinguished Scottish fami-
ly, the Nures Of Rowallan in Ayrshire whose castle
and fine estate appear to have been in their posses
sion from time immemorial. Sir Gilchrist Mure, Of
Rowallan is the first Of the family Of whom mention
is made in authentic history. He was warrior, and
with his followers fought Langs the I'd Of Oc-
tober, 1868, in the great battle between Alexander
the Third, King of Scotland, and Hacho, King of
Norway in which the army of the latter, consisting
Of 20 600 men Of war; who landed at Ayr out OF 100
were slan and OF the Scots 5000 For his gallantry
In the field of battle, the king conferred knighthood
on Sir Gilchrist lie afterwards married Isabel,
only daughter and heiress OF Sir Walter Cunning,
OF the most powerful of the Scottish chiefs The
great grandson Of Sir Gilchrist Sir Adam Mure
Of Rowalian whose eldest daughter Elizabeth Mure,
hgures In the history of Europe. In December l347
Robert the Second, King of Scotland, grandson of
King Robert Bruce, and the first OF the Stuarts who
kurs. King Robert the Third was Of the issue of
this marriage, and hence descended all the royal
families OF Europe claiming kindred with the Stu
arts as well as many Of the nobles who arc Stuarts
OF the united kingdom. The Most Noble Flora Mure
Campbell, Dewager Marchioness Of Hastings and, in
her own right, Countess Of London, Baroness Lou
don, OF Conyngham, county of Ayr, and Baroness
tarIngeane and Mouchline, in the peerage of Scot
land. is one OF the representatives Of the Mure fam
tie OF Rowallan Her eldest ghter was the late
Lady Flora Hastings. Queen Victoria, and the Has
tings family, thus have a common ancestor in Sir
Adam Mure of ROwallan.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-11-27
M q " X " IN A Il X EFT.
Tmralnv NA~ 1g n i.

Wall streetha been dui today The arrva Of the Liver
pool no looked forward to decisive Of stand
ING OF The u s. Bank consequently is little d. posi-.
ton 70 operate At he stock usual sle
took place decline from the prces of YESTERDAY u
Bank declined per cent; Del Hadson per ct; NJ Am
l. and Bantg aper c Am Er Bank per G.. Bank of Ken
lucky y per Ct; Harlem, per ct.
The following the Of the Monroe Rail Road
Banking Co. Geoega.
Statement OF TIE MorRoE Rail RoAs BAsx,rc Co. Nov
y, 1889 As compared with A pril lst 1880
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-11-27

Charles Edwartss negro, put 10 the bar
to be arraigned for the murder Of James Charles,
the high seas.
The prisoners counsel not being present, the
Court did net require him TO plead.
The Court adjourned without transacting any
other business.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-11-27

o. GENERAL Scorr arrived in town yesterday
morning. accompanied BY his aid dscss,p. and took
lsdsings It the American Hotel. lie spent the day
At Col Monros, and will depart in day or two for
Virginia.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-11-27

BROADWAY Circus The astonishing. vaulting Of
Mcta rland and the hercuean feats Of Derious and
ms Juvenile auxarics, attract unbouns!ed admira-
lion. Messrs. Spencer and Bacon graceful and
daring feats of horsemanship, and Cad waaders ur
rivailed pc dcrmance Of the Courier Of St Peters.
burg, are also witnessed with the greatest applause
Sandiords negro songs, and the endless fund Of hu
continual roar. - $500 - =
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-11-27

BY JANIS Bxrrsrr Esq author Of ID Americas System Of
Practical Bookkeeping &c. &c.
The Sun that shown three thousa~d year. 80,
Gave light 70 that all the world skouId knov,
Tier genius sho aud still 20 shine,
Liks diamonds hri Oh, from osisstsI mine.
TIE hero brave aud poet wsrs the same,
hofoueht and wrote 20 gain mmorssifsms;
Not rs ~ modern times all who
Will write for pelf for COW II makes tAe
Well, let them mount and on their hobbies ride,
write Cor fame and 10 take abr,bs.
Homer Hesiod. Plato we must say,
Were truly classic authors of their day,
Demosthenes, Esehnes, 7 but name
Socrates and lucian. Iau-ss claim
H. May things, but | must 1sly own,
In marals they belong v Xynorbon
Ericltus, the stoic, with be crutch--
And old sophocl,s who wra,s ~ much
On plays, Bill Shakspesrs likt, aud like Greek,
WHO was most noble espers aud meek
Yes. Cicero thinks Sopaoc'ss great
That lone wa. l,ks him in his state.
We've got Longirus and Aaecreon,
One sublime, the Other song,
Eurip,des. Theccritus- aud here
name you Pndsr, bringing 10 The rear,
For Plato said that rindaf VA, div,ue,
The wis,st, greatest Poet OF his TIM.
But hrisio phanes- John leave that book
Cant, sir-then iocosoco like, t" I'm stuck
| These are the which boy In schools,
And priced much, they thought their fathers fools
/ To giid eaea age, aud give zach poet ane
| Correct his style and poish we'll NJ parts,
Instruct IN seients, poetry aud arts
bIaxe of gems thst grace The human mind
H. whose seinlati0as are of es'ry k,na
\ A consiellatior--to N. verge &c time,
1 TO give ~ light aud aid n, IN rhyme.
| .fi,nefcn House, Nov, 2ob, 1879.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-11-27

Low STATE or TngArKrcALs.-The fact Of the
National being closed ssd Mr.. wallacks losses are
sy.gone story. Yesterday Mr.. Price called the
Park company together. and told them that he mu.t
either close the theatre, or they must go on two
third salaries They resolved to sccep, the latter
alternative.
Mr. Price has sold property to the amount ~ $4,000
% realise $1,000, which he has sunk here since his
.rrivsl; Mr. simpson, bought lets near Harlem Cor
$4,000; he paid $4,000 cash for them, and two
pears interest, and oilers 70 give mp All 10 the ORIGINAL
owner 10 be released from his bargain. Alas poo
Drury'
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1839-11-27

0O- SAITH the SHOEMAKER at u Bowery, fur.
nishes the finest and best time keeping clocks to be
found on this side Of the tide OF time. few days
ago his establishment in another part of the CITY,
was burned down-but being man Of energy and en-
terprse he isas ready to comply with orders for ex
cellent clocks as ever. Only try him.