The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-09-25


perdence. Great applanse.)
After few more beautiful remarks, he again
thanked the convention for their liberal kindness, and
put the motion for adjournment, which was carried
unanimously, and the convention adjourned sine die.
After the adjournment 'three cheers for the cause
were proposed and given--three more for Daniel
OConnell, and three for Robert Tyler.
From, the NJ Y. aurora
PUBLIC RECEPTION OF THE HON. DAVID
HENSHAW, SECRETARY OF THE NAVY,
BY THE CITY COUNCIL.
AT o'clock, A. NJ, yesterday, committee from
both branches of the Common Council-attended by
the Hon. Elijah F. Purdy, President of the Board Of
Aldermen ard the Hon. Charles P Brown, Pres-
dent of the Board of Assistant misunderstanding
Of Assistant Alderman Charles J. Dodge, chairman,
Aldermen Waterman, Clayton, Scoles, Emmons,
Rawson, and Assistant Aldermen Oliver and Petit
grew, waited upon Mr.. Henshaw, at the City Hotel
for the purpose of conducting him to the City Hail.
prior to his contemplated visit of examination to the
various sites proposed for dry docks and navy yards
on this island
The secretary was accompanied by his honor
Mayor Sprague, of Brooklyn, the Hon. J. Phillips
Phoenix and the Hon. VIM b. Maclay members of
Congress elect, Capt. S. II. Stringham, commanding
Brooklyn Navy Yard, Robert c. Wetmore, Esq,
Navy Agent for this port, and MIR. Coffin, President
OF the Croton Board.
AT the City Hall, the company were Joined by
scientific gentlemen interested in the results of the
proposed examination.
The party proceeded in carriages to the inspection
OF the several points of interest the eastern side
of the island, in the following ORDER
First. The site proposed for permanent dry dock
and navy yard, at the " Cove at Bellevue" in con
nection with the project for using the surplus water
from the Croton dam.
Second The site contemplated for an excavated
stone dock at kip's Bay" in connection also with
the use Of Croton water.
Third The lower Croton reservoir, giving that ad-
mirabe work thorough examination
Foun III. The proposed site for dry dock at "Tur-
tie Bay"
Fifth A thorough inspection of the Harlem
Flats" the site proposed for navy yard and dry
dock, with the use of the surplus Croton water.
careful examination was made of all these vari-
sites and public works, eciiing much valuable
Information in regard to the condition and resources
OF our island.
The party then repaired to Nowland's " Prospect
Hail." where they partook of refreshments provided
by the committee, and proceeded thence 10 the oca
ton of the high bridge in course Of erection over
Harlem river.
Mr. Henshaw here made close examination of
this stupendous structure, and visited the Croton
works at the most interesting point The party then
drove through the village OF Harlem, and returned
to Prospect Hall to dine. where most sumptuous
table spread by Mr.. Now land
Assistant Alderman Dodge, Of the Eleventh ward,
ofciated president of the table, assisted by AS
sistant Alderman Brown, of the Eighth, vice pre-
siden
The guest, the honorable the Secretary Of the
Navy, seated on the right of the president, and
Mayor Sprague, of Brooklyn, his left, hansed 10y
Messrs. Phoenix and Maclay.
The first toast, by the chairman, Alderman Dodge,
was
Our Guest-The Honorable David Henshaw, Sc
cretary Of the Navy of the United States-We bid
A, N1fk. l.l,f lie fn
honor him.
This toast received with great cordiality. Mr..
Henshaw acknowledged the compliment in few per
nent remarks declaring his regret that the brief pc
Rod of his stay (then reduced to some two hours
prevented his giving way TO his ncnations in an ade-
quate expression of the admiration with which he
had witnessed the natural beauties and splendid i'm
proyements Of our noble city, and the gratlheation
he had derived from brief intercourse with its in
telhgent and industrious population. The Secretary
then gave as a toast
The city of New York-Distinguished alike for
the grandeur of her public works intelligence of her
citizens, and the Iiberalty of her municipal authori-
ties.
This received with great satisfaction by The
company, and cordially responded to-
The worthy President Of the Board Of Aldermen,
Mr. Purdy, then gave
David Henshaw, Of Massachusetts-The country
responds TO his nomination TO neat in the Washing
ton Cabinet HIS selection to the Navy Department
is credtsble TO the intelligence of the Chief Magis
trate of seventeen millions of people.
| After the reception Of this toast, the Secretary
rose, made his Acknowledgements, and apologised to
the company for the necessity OF his immediate de-
parture. The company from their seats and
cheered him until he reached his carriage After a
rapid drive 10 the city, he reached the boat in time TO
take the evening cars for Philadelphia, on his way to
Washington
! This official visit Of Mr.. Secretery Henshaw has
impressed all classes of our citizens who have been
| brought into contact with him, with the conviction
that he has entered upon the discharge of his mpor
and responsible duties with an earnest devotion
to the best interests of his country and that he brings
to his official station the advantages of much com
inercia experience, and practical results of many
years devotion TO active commercial business
closely connected with the details OF the naval
| vice.
The Secretary has exhibited, in striking degree
! during his brief intercourse with US, prominent
trait Of his character resolute determination tC
investigate and thoroughly comprehend all the details
OF business and TO at conclusions from person
| al inspection. All parties who have sought him or
business while here, have found him, early and late
accessible at all hours.
The numerous projects Of our citizens for public
works presented to his notice, have been received
with all proper courtesy, and the parties interested
have found an attentive ear for their communca
lions. We hazard little in saying that the Interest,"
of the navy have been committed to gentleman II
all respects worthy to sucCSeu MS apic uisthbushe'
predecessor.
The impression left upon our city augurs well for
| firm support Of the true interests Of this importan
| branch of the public service. The incidents of thi
local visit also give indications that city govern
| ment as well members elect TO the nationa
councils appreciate the necessity of early and de
cisiye action in regard 10 the construction Of sucl
| public works properly belong TO commercia
city. embracing all the natural advantages for The
most important naval station in the country.
GsrAr TAX SALE IN MrcmcAN.-The Michigan
papers are filled with tax advertisements of the SALE
on the first Monday Of next month. Sales take place
| at each county seat the same day. The cost Of sd
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