The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1845-04-30


with good deal OF interest the movements at AL
bany-the remarks in the journals and the express
sion of public opinion generally, relative to pro-
jec:ed Convention, which is to be proposed to the
people IN the next election for the purpose Of alter
Ing or modifying the fund laws this State
TINS movement has been urged upon the members
OF the Legislature OF both parties by the agtators of
the day, belonging the ultra sections Of the loco
foco and wing parties. large portion of the loco
focos and whigs particularly the old aad most intel
hgent portions ofboth, opposed to the
and denounce II as revolutionary and radical in the
extreme, tending in some degree to upheaye the
social religious, philosophical and political institu-
lions OF the State, and to introduce new and un-
'rled theories, that may have a most disastrous
enect on the movements Of society hereafter.
There Is certainly some show of reason in these
remarks OF the opponents of the proposed CONVEX
ton. Hisvery evident from what we have seen and
observed, that this revolutionary project has been
originated by those philosophers who dissatisfied
with the present condition of society," and seek
ing for new system of civilization in some par
tculars after the model of the French philosopher,
Fourier, and in others after that of the British
| school Of social regenerators. Many Of those who
are fanatica the pursuit of the abolition OF negro
der tomorrow in order to attain the realization Of
their schemes, have been very active in promoting
the present radical movement, which has already
been partially successuin egislature atAbany.
All the cratic minds all the unstable spiris-all
the dissatisfied notions Of the present day in philo
sophy, religion, society and every thing, seem to
be gathering together from the extremes of both
political parties in the State, and uniting for the
LII mfr c,s~
ment In the State in opposon to the present state
of things
In addition to these unruy spirits in this part of
the state, there 10 every reason to believe that
those agitators called "anti-renters," and who
have almost created civil war in several of the
counties in the interior, are also engaged in this
revolutionary movement Indeed, the various
combinations of dissatisfied DISPOSITIONS producing
this state of thing, will naturally lead every one
to suppose that they must be successful before the
Legislature in Albany, and also before the people,
tor final call OF the Convention on a revision of
the fundamental laws of the State.
But what do they propose even now, in the in
ception OF this singular. ultraradical movement
In some quarters 1t Is proposed to make the judi
ciary eystem elective. In others, it is contended
that the elective franchise should be extended to
the black races existing in this State, who are
now required by the Constitution to possess pro-
Perty qualification Another project is to limit the
Legislature in the power of borrowing on the State
credit. This last point seems, indeed, TO present
the only practical view in which the whole nove-
ment can be regarded. And yet it is very evident
that II men ct sense, intelligence, prudence and in
tegrity only were elected to the Legislature, or if
the sentiments of such men prevailed in that body,
we would have no reason to introduce specific
provision in the State Constitution 10 restrain the
Legislature from foolshly running the State into
debt. In fact, the whole movement is only
a symptom and index Of the state Of the
time-of the uneasy condition of the intel
lect Of the day-and of the wild and visionary
theories on all subjects,-in religion, philosophy,
politics, and every thing else, which are afloat in
all directions. One would suppose, on an exami-
nation Of the Constitution of the State of New
York, that it contained liberal. enlightened and
republican provisions, amply sufficient for the good
government of the present and all future genera
tons. But there are men in this community, and
cligxs OF enthusiasts, who are dissatisfied with every
thing-even with the light Of the glorious sun in
the heavens-the brightness of a summer day-the
majesty of our rivers-the beauty OF our rolling
valleys-the sublimity Of our mighty mountains,-
men who see nothing on earth but misery and
degradation; nothing in the heavens but gloom
and despair. We are certainly in one of the most
important transition periods Of the age, and new
formation is generating in society, which may
lead to results of which no one can yet form any
adequate conception.
The law for submitting the call of this Conven-
ton to the votes Of the people passed the Assembly,
but has not yet passed the Senate, and probably
there will be considerable tug before it gets
through that body. We shall wait to see the final
result before indulge in any further speculations
on this subject, on which great deal remains TO
be said, in connection with fnance-property-
banking neutrality-suspicious. the
existing social, moral and political institutions of
the State. We are on the verge Of great changes
That is evident.
WATERING PLACEs.-The Piermont House, at
one OF the most charming watering places in the
neighborhood, and situated at the termination OF
the Erie Railroad, has been taken for this season
by Mr.. H. d. Rice. The scenery is delightful. In
the immediate vicinity is the famous valley Of
"Ramapo." Fishing, and all sorts Of outdoor
amusement, may be had and then the place is SO
accessible. You can reach 1t in two hours by the
steamboat. 1t will be very favorite resort in the
warm season.
Hamilton House, at the Nanows, will be more
agreeable this year than ever Mr.. Reed, the
energetic, pains-taking, and attentive proprietor,
has made great Improvements since last season.
The location is beautiful in the extreme. num-
Der of rooms are already taken. The house is
partly opened already, SO that those in search Of
pleasant summer residence can drive down one of
these fine evenings and see how they would like
this favorite watering place.
At New Brighton, Blancard has opened the
elegant ho.el known as the Pavilion. 1t will be
kept in fine style. New Brighton is rather too hot
in midsummer, but in the early and latter part of
theiseason, it is quite an agreeable place.
Billings, Of the New York Hotel, has taken the
Clifton House, but it is small house, and has not
adequate accommodations. Besides, there is no