The New York herald., 1845-02-11

made without vacancy, the fight is fierce between
the parties. What Governor Wright will do defies
conjecture. He will not, however, rc-nominate "a
man derellct in his duty. More anon.
Boston
Correspondence of the Herald
BosToN, Feb. 7, 1S45.
HARVARD Collage to be Dug Up-The Philistines
Upon Her-Preparations for Grand Set Too
Rev. Theo. Parker-Great Excitement in the
Umitarian Church-Sleighing in Boston, Cleopa-
tra's Barge, &c, &c.
]. G. BENNETT, Eso.:-
This community is all alive this morning with
reference to movement made yesterday to dig up
the foundations of old Harvard College, in the
Board of Overseers This Board Is composed of
thirty permanent lay and clerical members, chosen
for the most part by the Board, and also the Cover
nor, Lieutenant Governor, nine Executive Coun-
clors and the forty Senators of the State, for the
time being. Thus composed, the Board has the
general supervision of the affairs of the College,
and a concurrent action with the President and
Fellows OF the College, in the direction of its ma
nagement. AT meeting of the overseers yester
day. the Hon. George Bancroft, permanent lay
me ember, offered report upon the cost of educa-
ton and management Of the institution, and con-
cluding with some recommendations for reducing
These propositions were like so many bomb shells
thrown among the grave and reverend seniors. and
the way they skipped about and squrmed was a
caution to sinners: To add to the excitement. a
proposition was offered by the Hon. Mr.. Valley,
Speaker Of the House of Representatives, and ca.
otfcio, as well as by election, member of the
Board, that measures be taken to discoHuect the
College entirely with all religious sectariapism.
Thsproposltion is another phase of the "Native-
lsm'' OF which wrote yon the other day, Harvard
College being the seat OF Unitarianism, and send.
ing forth yearly the black-gowned champions OF
that sect Valley is rigid Presbyterian, or as we
call them, Orthodox, and this dig at Old Harvard is
designed TO overthrow Unitarian supremacy there
There ls some foundation in reason for the change
proposed as the College is largely endowed by the
funds of the State. but it will give rise to fierce
contest among the clerical and lay polemical war
riors. Together, the two movements above men,
toned are fraught with most serious consequences
to the aristocralc and sectarian. features of the
College, and already are our good cts, ever ready
tor wordy spree, enlisting them under the ban
ners of Bancroft and Valley, or the venerable
drapsam blanc OF Alma Mater.
At the adjourned meeting this forenoon, the se-
veral proportions submitted by Mr. Bancroft were
referred to separate Committees, and also the anti-
sectarian proposition of Mr.. Valley and the
Board will meet again on the 18th instant, to hear
reports upon the subject There will be fun. tell
you, and you shall have an account of it, so it
please YOU.
The Rev. Theodore Parker is Just at this pre-
sent, of the greatest lions of Boston, by reason
of certain bold views which he promuigates as to
the verify OF the miracles recorded in the New
Testament, and the divine character of the Sa-
vlOur. He considers the miracles as the mere
poetcal exaggerations of an enthusiastic people,
and Jesus Christ as only brother of clay like the
rest of u.s. He further maintains that the Almigh.
ty has other and more perfect Chrlsts in reserve,
who will from time to time come out from among
men, as occasion requires. Mr. Parker is a regu.
!arly ordained Unitarian preacher at West Rox-
bury, near by the city, and possesses in high de-
gree the love and respect of his congregation
But his brethren. the ministry, cast him off and
disclaim fellowship with him on account of these
peculiar views. This prescription on the part OF
the ministers and elders has its usual effect upon
the multitude, and enlists thousands in his favor,
who throng the public halls when he breaches, and
hang with delight upon the words that fall from
his lips. He IS very Impressive speaker, but by
no means clear thinker, and lacks that energy
which is requisite to make him powerful leader
be Mahomet, or, indeed, according to his own
theory, another Christ, but will have his day, die
and bel orgotten.
AS write you, my ears are filled with the mer-
y gingDg of sleigh bels heralding The gay parties
through the streets on their joyful way Suburban
retreats, where dancing, muled wine, hot suppers,
etc., will make the hours whiz by with railroad
speed The LA late e fine seishjng has brought "a
parties OF from two to hundred, inhaling the pure
bracing air as they dash through the city. The
rosy cheeks of the bellies and their bright eyes be
speak the invigoraling influence Of the frosty air,
and the inspiring bells, as they dash by in their
splendid seishs and wedgcd in with their favorite
beaux.
Boston, you know, 10 somewhat famous for lite
handsome "turn OUTS for sleishing parties, but the
most gorgeous vehicle of this kind that has yet ap-
peared in the city OF notions, is Niles splendid
craft called "Cleopatra's Barge" This sleigh is
OF sufficient capacity to ,soet twenty-five people,
and is fashioned like thu Ees of antiquity In
front 1t presents the VI appearance of ei.
gantic swan, with curving Neck, swelling breast,
and expanded wings. all brilliantly painted and
gilded In the rear, it rises to high poop
like the Roman galleys, which is furnished with
three banks OF seats. This is also splendldy
decorated on the outside with massive scuptui-
ed cornucopia, and other handsome ixings
The other seats are arranged along the sides of the
Sleigh so that the occupants sit Uis Uis, and can
have pleasant chat, without incommcding them
selves Tie interior, sides bottom. and seats, are
well stuffed, and lined throughout with costly bear
skins. The outer sides are beautifully painted,
vanished, and gilded, to represent barge, with
limitation row-holes, ports, &c. Figure to yoursef
this glorious team, with eight splendid black
horses attached, clad in russell harness. and adorn-
ed with the prettiest bells you ever laid eyes on
Imagine IT filled with handsome lasses and good
looking fellows, and a noble specimen Of Jehu TO
the tore, handling his russett rbbands over the
swans head-see 1t thus cutting up Washington
street, at cracking speed, and you have the very
6cdrtdedt oil Boston iun for a winter day.
Inc cost OF this gorgeous barge is two Thousand
dollars; and az II is III constant demand tor sleigh
ing parties, at some thirty dollars trip, the enter
prlsing proprietor will stand good chance to set
large portion OF his outlay back this season. But
the mail closesi so, good bye. 4.g1s. GUY FAUX.