The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1845-06-06

herself now IN pretty much the same position as that
which she occupied at the breaking forth of the
French Revouton-forced into the same attitude OF
anagonism to just and enlightened principles of hui
man liberty and human rights.
Thus, in every point fview looking at all the de-
velopments around us-at the intelligence from Tex
as and Mexlco-the news brought by every arrival
from Europe-the movements Of Great Brtain-the
slight gvngs-out which the President and the cabi-
binet permit their organ to communicate, we are
strengthened In the conjecture that we are on the
very verge of a difficulty with Engand-ths COM
mencement Of great series of events, which will
have most important bearing the destiny Of
mankind. Let neither our government nor people
shut their eyes to the pressing importance of the
alarming emergency which may present itself soon
er than many now imagine.
The New OPERA IN PHILApELpHA.-Irs FIRST
PERFORMANCE AND REcEpTIoN-We refer our mu-
steal readers to full account, in another column
under our postscript head, OF the reception of the
new opera by the Fry's in Philadelphia. 1t seems
to have been pretty well received, although the
music in some parts is rather heavy. Shl it has
passed the ordeal thus far, and may be regarded as
gives full account of the whole affair.
THE CHINESE LANaUAaE-We have received
from the National Institute, at Washington for pub
LEGATION, exceedingly interesting and erudite let
ter on the Chinese language, by one of the attaches
OF the late legation AS soon we can get the
characters, which are introduced by way of illus
tration, engraved, which will be in day or two we
will publish this letter. 1t will be perused with
great interest by numerous readers both in this
country and in Europe.
THE MYSTERY OF THE MEXICAN INsrALMENrs.-
There has been great deal of fuss about the pay
ment of two of the Mexican instruments agents of
our government, who are non est invcntus. The
government organ, the Union, and the Journal of
Commerce, in this city, have attempted some ex-
planston, but have merely given some hints, viii en-
render the mysterious transaction more impenetra-
BILE than ever. In order to cast as much light as
possible on the affair, give, under our Southern
head, this morning, letter from Washington cor
respondent who presents the official documents in
relation to the whole matter 1t will be very inter-
esting to claimants, and shows conclusively that
there has been gross laundering, if nothing worse,
somewhere.
LAUNCH AT Enthusiastically morning about
half past nine o'clock launch of steamboat took
place from the yard of Mr.. John G. Stevens. There
were not as many persons present as we have seen
on former occasions, perhaps owing to it being no
titled that she was to have been launched on We'd
nesday morning last, which would have taken place,
except for the owness of the tide at the time She,
however, was lowered from her ways yesterday
morning. She is very superior looking boat,
built of straight timber, including cedar, chestnut
and white oak. Her length is about one hundred
and fifty feet by forty-nne feet BEAM and eleven feet
hold. Her engines are on an improved principle,
and constructed so to only require little more
than half the steam power Of any other boat
the river. Her accommodations will be of very
superior nature. She is intended for the Barclay
street line, and it is believed she will be the fastest
ferry boat on the line.
GEpNEY's CHANNEL.-The following letter sent to
Capt Gedney, shows that there is plenty of water in
the channel for the largest sized vessel.
New YoRx, June 5, ls45
DEAR SR:-At the request Of Mr. Brown, l will give
you the depth Of water carried out in the ship Columbus
Quarantine In going down from Quarantine discov.
cred the line had stretched eight inches The lead If
ds Of
make twentyeght feet nine inches the lowest water
| had Yours, respectfully,
NB.-Wc passed the Western buoy at o'clock, wind
light from W.S.W-about three knot breeze-the
outer buoy at halfpast O'Clock High water o'clock
We publish this in order to exhibit the folly of a
few individuals to injure this port.
It is to be hoped that for the future proper per-
sons will be employed to take national vessels to
sea.
The LAST DUEL IN PHLADELPHIA.-It seems that
correspondent was somewhat in error in his ac-
count of the recent duel in Philadelphia, and we
have been authorised by some of the parties pub
lish the following statement, by which it appears
that Schott was not injured at all -
place Edwar s. Wiling snS
Schot both Of this city, at Namaans creek on the boun.
| dairy between Pennsylvania and Delaware. The duel
night on his way home from the theatre They met in
the street on Sunday when few hasy words followed
and meeting to have taken place ON Monday but
it was prevented by the police Yesterday morning they
ing, which resulted in the wounding Of willing in the
thigh scnott escaping uninured although the ball Of
his adversary passed through his clothes.
II. J. Biddle was second the part of willing and
Lieut. Elliott the part Of schott This the eject Of
public opinion Schott had to fight, be considered
suffer from his wound and We hope this lesson
may be the means of teaching him good manners.
In addition, we also learn that the difficulty be-
tween the two young gentlemen did not grow out Of
the old family feud amongst their connexions 1t
was separate and independent insult given by one
to the other, and settled on their own hook
Tue CHINESE SoUADRoN.-It is said that all the
fuss about getting the Columbus to sea was rusc of
the gallant Commodore, for the purpose of creating
the impression that it is difficult for -of-war to
get into our harbor. Let enemy try it, and he'll
find obstacles rather more formidable than the bar.
Theatricals.
The PARK.-Another excellent house last night to
see the new comedy " Time Works Wonders" 1t
was received with the greatest appreciation.
NIBLo's GARDEN" The Seven Castles of the
Passions" with the other Placide, and the vocalists,
Miss Matthews and Miss Taylor, NickInson, and
Gallagher, are drawing crowded saloons This pro-
misses great things; the new piece is deserving of
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