The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1843-07-12

rate TItsluehl OF tue new Doaru vi Dfohets, HaS a
ready been minated to our readers We cheer
fully publish the following correspondence which
has been handed to us, with request that II should
be inserted la our columns
New YoRK, July 18th, ls4s
sIa,-l have the pleasure of transmitting the annexed
resolutions which were unanimously passed at the pub
rected TO publish with your letter Of resignation.
cordially unite with the Association in expressing my
ned with SO much credit yourself and advantage the
With sentiments of individual esteem,
lam, sir, yours,
Most truly and respectfully,
sEiXAs NATHAN, President.
To the Members of the Public Stock Euchanee
Gentlemen,,-in conformity with the determination
should relnquish the presidential duties when we should
be permanently established now therefore tender my
with the sincere hope that you have been
dence with disinterested regard for our common re.
specaby and permit me to avail yself of this op.
p0rtuniy TO remark that If in the exercise of discre
tonary authority, the introduction of important
public improvement have unhappily wounded any pri.
vate Sc trust the step take will
important official responsibility and not by the love of
power.
At the OF our movement we had to con-
tend against the usual difficulties incident every expe
rimenta Innovation and at the same me to encounter
the systematic efforts Of powerful menied combination
riorty In contemplation of these embarrassments,
wisely adopted the resolution OF presenting to fellow
citizens the opportunity to witness the soundness of
free trade principles and in pursuing this udcous course
as was the result has been the most perfect
success The association longer exists expert
ment the public will never again submit to be deprived
OF the power to superntend the management ofther
ears they have experienced the advantages of sys
tenn, and universally appreciate their importance.
has been apparent ourselves, to the country
general confidence has been restored to public
rites, and, as cessary consequence OF this improved
IN eve
branch Of business since have been in vigorous ope
ration The public Stock Exchange. filling an impor::
tant hiatus in the monetary operations of the United
States active and intelligent employment of capital has
been the consequence and objects investment
presented to the public, their real merit, without dis
gsse. 1t is not my intention to impute any systematic
wrong the secret Stock Exchange, but when 1t ap
of such association there exists capabity prsc
tice the grossest mposons runous to private and pub
lie credit with impuniy becomes the duty Of the pee-
pie to exert their best efforts to abate combination which
may at any time, abuse public confidence, sacrificing
the national character and individual prosperity.
revision Of the constitution it was drafted as YOU are
well aware, more as bond Of association, than per
manent charter and unless amended in season. we shall
have to regret alterations made in haste, to avert the op
pressive consequences OF several practical imperiec
TONS
The duties devolving upon me have been performed
altogether gratuitously they have been executed with
independence; the propriees Of the association have
been maintained and we have had the qualification to
see fellow citizens bestow their confidence,
they have had cause to respect the fairness and energy OF
our conduct.
In grateful acknowledgment of the kind and ELECTION.
ate in which the Presidential administration has
been sustained now tender to you my sincere thanks
with the honest that the prosperity of the
citation will remain, with subject OF the deep
est interest and the warmest solicitude.
have the pleasure to remain,
With much respect. your ob' servant
ALEXANDER HAMILTON.
New YORK. July 10, ls4s
Whereas in pursuance Of his determination expressed
at the time of organizing the association, Col Hamilton
has resigned the office OF President therefore
Resolved, That the members Of the Public Stock Elk.
late President in the erection and maintenance Of the
stability othis association and view with pride the
gy with which vigorous intellect has steadily and con-
deny conducted their prospects, and they express with
pleasure the confidence they entertain in the liberal and
views that he has taken on all
subjects connected with this body they seize this op
porunity to record that they believe that Col Hamilton
in the exercise of his office, has been acuated but with
spirit having the welfare OF the association heart
to which he devoted his time, talents and influence
Resolved That this association tender to their late
Gent services his untiring industry, and the mode and
manner that he has conducted the affairs OF his office
which throughout has met with universal appreciation
and given general satisfaction.
Extract from the minutes.
8. T. JOSEPH, Secretary.
NIBLos-Auber's last Opera is to be played to-
night for the first time in New York; it is entitled
Les Diamans de la Couronne Che Crown Dia
monds) or all the operas of modern composers none
have been successful Auber his repertoire is
list of musical triumphs. "Massaniells," era Dia-
vOlo," "L'Ambassatrice," "Le Domino" and now
his last, "The Crown Diamonds is to 90 through
the ordeal of criticism and doubt with the same
success as his other pieces. M'selle. Calve, the
deservedly popular Prinia Donna plays her favorite
character OF the heroine of the OPERA and has some
beautiful music, which she is certain of rendering
with her usual deicacy and brilliant manner of ex
ecution. The whole talent of the company is con-
tanned in the distribution, and if Auber dsappoints
the sangulne expectations OF the New York ana
tours, it will be the first time. The overture is quite
original, and worthy an early attendance.
City Intelligence.
THE EcIAL.ELEcTIoN IN THE THlhrEENrH WARD, 10
select an Alderman in place of Alderman Bonnel de-
ceased, took place yesterday. Daniel d. Briggs, Esq.,
the Democratic candidate, received nearly 700 orty
over his opponent Elias L. Smith. who rem as an indie
pendent candidate, and received nearly all the Wing
strength with about one hundred democratic votes The
election very quiet and orderly. II Is contemplated
that Alderman Briggs will vote with the eight Aldermen
the present Board in favor Of sweeping the by
the Corporation instead of the contract If SO, Mr.
it is all over with you.
The Thor between Beppo, Lady Suffolk and Oneida
Chief over the Beacon course was postponed yesterday
account Of the weather. Due notice will be given of
the day fixed.
Assault WITH INTENT TO KnL-Whe the watch was
being discharged yesterday morning person attached to
the Gas House brought information TO the Police ONCE
that sailor being beaten in oyster cellar on the
corner OF Canal and Elm streets Officers Sokey Cooke
fair and Drnker dispatched to the spot where they
found the unfortunate Jack, whose Jacob Berg
lying bleeding copously, on the floor, having large
cash in his neck Immediately under his chm several
wounds on his face and his head fairly scored with cts
caused as it evident by the assaiAg parties having
broken on 1t large stone pitcher the pieces OF winch
were scattered about the cellar They arrested Daniel
Sanuels and John Martin who recognized by Berg
as thetwo who had so frghtfully MANNED him; also girl
OF loose character who, however, was not Committed
The city prison physicians attended to the wounds of
Berg and the assalans were fully committed for trial
1NauEsr-An inquest was held on the body of Henry
Byron organ builder aged % years. at his wfes resi-
dence at No. lOS Orange street. The deceased
cusomed to get spree for several DAYS at stretch
and after which had lasted for two weeks. He
very low, and had the symptoms fncpent delrium
tremens not being able to eat sleep On Monday
ing he called in great pain at the drug store OF DR. Within
the Of Hester and Mulberry streets where he
got spoonful o. laudanum, and the quantity OF