The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1844-08-25

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ofCapt. in. Olney ,remain in their camrment at
his delightful spot, and yesterday visited by
several hundred persons ronBrooklyn and this city,
and among them were a considerable number OF
ladies', who came to cheer them with their pre-
sence. At the parade last evening there were hive
or six hundred persons present. and among them
we observed several members Of the Brooklyn
Light Guard, and other companies, as well
as some Of the most respectable of the in
habltants Of sister city After the parade,
promenade was formed, and the sparkling
eyes and smiling faces Of the fair visitors
were in happy unison with the bright uniforms Of
the military. Dodsworths Comet Band was in at
tendance, and enlvened the scene with several
pieces Of music performed in good stye. Re-
freshments were bountiIully supplied by the
gallant corps to their fair visitors and others. These
things were enjoyed for some time when night be-
gan to throw her sable mantle around, and intmeted
the approach of the hour for departure but, not
wi'hstanding, many still remained enjoying the
evening breeze and sweet converse until rather
late hour, much as to render it doubtful
whether the company could strike their tents and
march to their homes the Sabbath broke upon
them, in preference 10 which the gallant comman-
der declared he would remain in camp until Mon
day morning. The raons supplied while on the
ground was of the most ample description, at a very
reasonable cost, and did the caterer, Mr. Miller,
great credit.
On the previous day we omitted to mention the
presence Of the Brooklyn Fusileer Guards, under
the command of Capt Sprague, who had with
them ten pieces of artillery. number Of the
members of the Brooklyn Light Guard somewhat
relieved their companions in arms, the Brooklyn
City Guard by keeping guard for them at their en-
campment during the early part of the night Of the
first day. Thus we hope 1t will ever be with our
noble defenders, ready to assist another the
hours OF fatigue or danger. h
HEALTH, COMFORT AND PLEASURE - These are
the three essentials necessary make life what it
was intended to be by its giver. There are few
cities towns in this country any other, where
these great enjoymen's may be obtained to the
fullest extent at very moderate outlay of time
and money. There is the beautiful establishment
at Strikers Bay, within about hall an hours ride
Of the CITY, where every enjoyment that makes life
valuable can be obtained. Then there is that
splendid establishment on the Bay side Of Staten
Island, near the Narrows-the Clifton House, where
every thing that is lovely in scenery and air may be
paraken Of the fullest extent and there are seve-
raj other equally delightful spots on the same island.
Then for more extended trip, there Is the Cottage
on the Cliff, or the Great Falls on the Passac,
where the lovers of the sublime and beautiful may
| amply enjoy themselves. For the lovers of angling,
there is the Anglers Retreat, on the banks OF the
East River, in Williamsburg, where they may re-
iy upon every attention being paid to their wants
and wishes, in style that the worthy host, Rayncr
SO well knows how to do. These are places where
the curse Of rowdyism has not yet reached-and it
is toibe hoped never will. Would that we could say
as much Of equ lily pleasant spots still nearer our
homes; but thanks to the authorities, we cannot
Then as to excursions, single glance at our paper
will show numbers Of them, to all parts--north,
east, west, and south; by railway, steamboat, or
omnibus; on the most reasonable terms Indeed,
such are the facilities afforded for rational and ex-
hilaratIng enjoyment, that there are few who can
not, to some extent another, partake Of it, and
to those who are pent up in close workshops or in
Offices, nailed to the COUNTER for six days out OF
seven. il must be truly valuable.
Mr. CLAY ON DUELLrxG.-The following rather
interesting letter from Mr.. Clay has just appeared
We do not believe that it requires any commentary
as it very ucidly speaks for ITSELF
ASHLAND, August l, 1914.
CENTLEMEN,-l duly received your letter Of the
18Th ultimo, on the subject Of dueing, and APP
preciate fully the friendly, pious and patriotic mo-
tlves which prompted you tos address it to me-
Pernicious the practice undoubtedly is, hope
you will excuse me when say that there are other
questions in our public affairs, of much higher and
Of more general Importance. The victims, or vo-
taries of that practice are but few in number, and
bear no comparison with the immense number of
sufferers from the rejection of wise measures OF
national policy, or the adoption Of those OF an op
pOsite character
| Iexnressed in strong FERNS al condemnation yny
opinion against duellng in letter Which adj
dressed to my constituents, in March, 1924 which
is to be found in the published collection of my
speeches. Again, within a few years past, CAV
evidence OF my strong disapprobaton of it, by
voting, in the Senate of the United States for the
bill tor suppressng dusling in the District Of Co.
lumbia.
With these proofs Of my sentiments, think,
gentlemen, yon ought to be satisfied. But you ask
me whether, if were challenged TO fight a duel,
would reject the invitation? Considering my age,
which is now past 81, feel that should expose
mysel! to rldlcn!e if were to proclaim whether |
would or would not fight duel Il is certainly one
OF the most unlikely events thatican possibly be ina.
gined, and cannot conceive case in which
should be provoked or tempted to 60 TO the field of
combat. But, as cannot toresee all the contin-
gences which may possibly arise, in the short rem
nant OF my life, and Tor the reason which have
already stated, Of avoiding any exposure of myself
TO rldlcue, l cannot reconcile II to my sense OF
propriety to make declaration one way or the
other.
You have. gentlemen, done me some, but not
full justice, in respect to the affair OF the amenied
Cllley;. When first obtained any knowledge Of
his difficulty with Mr. Graves, did not think that
there was the smallest occasion for combat be-
tween them. ] believed, from the first, that the
matter would be amcably accommodated; 10
that end all my exertions were directed. ! did not
know that 1t was not accommodated until the day
when, and after the parties went out TO fight On
that day was confined to my room, by illness,
and it was altogether accidental, that obtained
information that the parties had gone out. But
was neither informed as 10 the plan nor the hour