The New York herald., 1845-07-28

his city and Brooklyn, the members Of the press.
md others. to view the opening Of the Grand Paw
ion on Coney Island. twas announced the steamer
olas, would be in readiness at No. pier East river
1t o'clock on Saturday, to convey the invited
quests to the Isle of Clans Shortly after this hour
ibout one hundred guests were assembled on board,
md about half an hour afterwards they set forth
This is most capacious affair, some ninety-ive
feet in circumference, by about fftyfve in length,
and forty high, having four ventilators In the roof.
md hung with some twelve or fifteen lights around
A most glorious place in warm weather for every
hing that is comfortable-clams in particular.
Every thing went off with the greatest good humor
and they reached Fort Hamilton IN about an hour,
where the forces board were strengthened by
some fifty or sixty additional, among whom were
some military characters Of fame and repute, whether
for an attack on the island or CLAIMS, the result only
could tell. The party then proceeded to their dest-
nation, which they shortly afterwards reached:
and long line was formed from the new pier, pro-
iectng into the sea- to the capacious tent or pavilion
erected at about quarter of mile distant Here
the party was received by the worthy host, Alonzo
Reed, in proper style band OF music, on their
approach, striking up "Hail Columbia" The poor
hosts arms must have suffered severely. We ex-
peced nothing else bur he and his aid, Capt Beilby
the protector of the pier, would have at least suffered
the loss of their right arms on the OCCASION but we
were afterwards happy to find they were left The
liberallty of the host was here displayed fully. AT
the very commencement he did not debar his guests
Of refreshments of every descrIpt on, but threw his
bar open to their demands The company for some
time amused themselves examining the ground and
the preparations made for therentertalnment The
great clam bakeries drew forth their admiration
h<,.IA E.l Af E-t, nV,vrx
chowder without admirers. After this there was
fierce attack made upon sundry large dishes
of ready opened oysters, which were soon
driven out Of sight. This ordeal having been
gone through, some pieces ot music were given
BY the band and the not light fantastic toe was
dsplayed to some extent. 1t was truly amusing to
see grave, sedate alderman Of New York, and the
sprighty sporting characters OF Long Island, and
host Of Others exercising themselves together in the
may waltz, and anon, in the gay quadrille. This
was enjoyed for some time, when the word was
given tor an attack on the subsantlals and regular
rush made for the tables Mayor Talmage, of
New York, took the presidency Of the other Each
table was well stored with all the necessary
articles requisite tor enjoyment-clams in every
possible style. There never was heard such
ment the two presiding officers took their seats-as
salute, doubtless-which was done ample Justice
to by those present IN swallowing the charges. In
short time afterwards, before those who went to eat
The first was, "Our worthy host, Alonzo Reed; I;
long life and success to him." was given with all due
honors.
Mr.. Reed, in neat brief address, thanked
those present for the honor they had done him, and
said he wasgreatly obliged to the Common Council
of New York. and the authorities of Brooklyn, for
the very handsome patronage he received from them
They were ever ready to Patronze merit and indus
try, wherever it was displayed In conclusion, he
begged to propose, "Success and prosperity to New
York and Brooklyn"
Drank with tAree times three, and one cheer more
the band playing "Yankee Doodle"
Mayor TALLMAcE of Brooklyn responded to the fore
going, and said that Brooklyn could not but prosper;
what with New York on one hand, and Coney Island
and Gov. Davis the other their success certain
(Here there loud call made for " more clans, y
which sat those present in of laughter and which
In conclusion proposed the health Of the Mayor and
Corporation of New York. More CLANS" and cheers
members Of the Corporation Of New York it ever
him the greatest pleasure to hear their praise sounded
abroad. He had not words to express his feelings on
this OCCASION cmore clans y but from the very bottom
OF his heart he felt proud to meet SO many old friends
and familiar and happy faces within the territory of Gov
Davis, together with many from the sister city Of
Brooklyn. (Cheeis) If there spot on earth he
idolized it was-Cmore cams'1-his native city, ,'New
York In her name andson OF the Corporation of
that city, he returned his most heartfelt thanks Great
cheering)
The ext toast was "Success to New Jersey"
which was responded to by
Err. B. wncHr Esq. of New Jersey-Hc said that
what with Gov Davis and his territory their side to
protect and support them camsD that is shell
example Of Brooklyn before them the energy and
prize Of the New Workers to initiate New Jersey must
and would succeed Although he was resident Of New
Jersey he took as great an interest in the welfare and
good government of the city of the empire State
Cheers) OF their worthy host he would say only few
words-a specimen Of his hospitality before them
(more clam "-yes, in something0more than CLANS ard
spoke for itself He wished him every success and
of New York Brooklyn, and New Jersey. (Cheers3
Aid. Benson then gave as sentiment-"Our country;
whether for good for evilour country. Drank up
standing with three times three the band playing "Yan-
kee Doodle"
Several other toasts and sentiments were given
and responded to by different parties for about an
hour, when Mr.. Wright was called upon for song
That gentleman having favored the company with
one or two beautiful airs, the party apparently highly
delighted with their entertainment, filed off three
deep towards the steam packet which was in atten-
dance. The vessel stad at Fort Hamilton on her
return home where most of the party went on shore
and partook of other refreshments, and shortly after
returned to the boat, which proceeded on its home
ward track. The song and dance was well kept up
throughout the trip Mr. Wright and others contr-
buting much 10 the former, while the very excellent
band engaged by the worthy host for the purpose
materially assisted the other. All was good humor
and enjoyment throughout, and all were loud in
praise OF the whole affair. Seldom has there been
peasanter trip enjoyed by any one on board. The
boat reached her destination few minutes before
eleven o'clock.
Governor Davis was not of the party, nor was he
on his territory, as far we could ascertain; this
caused some surprise and enquiry, as it was thought
he was OF late keeping sharp look out since the
threatened invasion of Gov. Tom Dorr The Dorr
party, or any other party, might have landed with
impunity on Saturday, as far as his presence was
concerned. As it was, the party that did land and
took possession on this occasion, caused most
dreadful slaughter ofhis subjects, the clans.
New ROUTE TO New ORLEANs-The completion
OF the Central Railroad, between Macon and Sa-
vannah has opened route for travellers from New
Orleans to New York which promises to become quite
popular The distance is hundred and ninety two
miles to Savannah. The journey by stages is much
shorter than ths old line by the way Of Augusta and
for this may gain the preference with the public
Every arrangement is made for the accommodation OF
travellers BY an adaptation Of the several stage rail
road and steamboat schedules an uninterrupted com
muncaon along the entire route is maintained and all
loss Of time by detention is avoided It is crafty
witness the progress of internal improvements in Gcor
gs. An enterprising spirit is evinced by her citizens
that Is fast realizing great results The city Of Savan