The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1846-04-17

Paredss declares himself repuoncen and tnet ne pei.
regard for free discussion.
fhs American vessels lsft et Vera Cruz were the
Missssippi after trsnfsng her passengers to the Ala
bams sailed Immediately for Psnsacola
CITY soms dsss Mr. Parrott, secretary Of Legation,
viii proceed Immediately to Washington.
Half = Month Later from China-An Extra
ordinary Trip-Arrival OF TIE Rainbow.
The magnificent ship Rainbow. Capt. Land, camc
UP the bay yesterday afternoon in splendid style, to
the Establishment Of every one. She went out 20
quickly, and returned home swiftly, that many
thought that she could not have been to China.
This ship sailed from this port the Let OF Octo-
ber arrived at Canton on the 18th January; sailed
thence on the 24th, and arrived here yesterday at
tenoon.
THIS is the shortest voyage out and home ever
made. It equals steam.
She passed Macao on the 18th of January, and
brinos letter bags from the American squadron.
Capt. l.. reports on the 18th inst, in lat. "a a,
Ion. 20 Is, having witnessed one OF the most mag
ni6cent scenes Of nature he ever beheld. Tho sea
became suddenly and beautifully illuminated with
the animacul Of the ocean; which he represents 40
sea of glory, and flying over the ship IN all oiiec-
tons, resembling sparks Of fire, with the rapidly
Nothing, he says, could have been more awfully
sublime
The r. brings out the ratified treaty between tho
United States and China, and letter bags from Ino
u. 8. fngate Columbus, and corvette Vincenncs.
The Frsswd, Of China, Of the nth Of January,
says that letter from Canton, dated the l4th,
brought information that chcp, had been issued
eigners, the indemni6cation money paid. and Gnu.
san evacuated by the British immediately. This
caused great excitement among the lower orders OF
the Chinese, and for three days sPprehenslon was
evaporation had passed off on the 1st. Tartars
had been marched into the city to keep order. 1t
feared that there would be serious disturbances
The Pluto was anchored of the factories for their
protection. The ladies' had been sent to Whamp0a,
and the gentlemen kept themselves armed The
U. s. ships Columbus and vincennes were ordered
up from the Bogue, and anchored az near Canton a.
possible. The British ships Dedalus and Hazard
ALI was quiet in Canton. The difficulties arising
and vicinity the admission Of foreigners into the
city, and the privilege Of moving about in the neigh
horhood, which had threatened serious disturbance,
had parsed over
The British authorities having ceased to insist
upon the immediate fulflment Of that part Of tho
treaty, the excitement among the. people had sub
sided, and twas confidently expected New Year
ers, however, was still too great to permit them to
enter the sacred precincts Of Canton, and the local
government had been compelled to withdraw tina
proclamation which had been issued giving them.
force any attempt to pass the city gates had been
posted all round the foreign factories and streets
In the neighborhood. Should any such attempt be
made by private individuals, or formal entrance
to the city insisted upon by the British authorities,
it was generally supposed it would lead to serious
disturbances, and probably bring on hostllties be-
tween the British and Chinese.
Shanghai and the other ports generally were quiet
and friendly.
The LIBEL Su1T.-The libel suit of Webb against
Bacon, will probably come on in the Superior Court
on Monday next. One of the counsel for Mr.. Ba-
con Is the Hon. Mr.. White, formerly member of
Congress from Indiana, and one Of the counsel for
Webb is J. Prescott Hall, Esq. This will be very
funny case, and will probably open rich.
STATE CONVENTION. the wing and demo.
cratic conventions to nominate delegates to the
State Convention, met last evening, and both ad-
journed without making any nominations
THRM's OUR SENrIMENTs.-The views and psinci-
pies of Senator Westcott, Of Florida, deisaSed1n
the Senate of the United States.
NATIVE AMRRIcANIsM IN MlssoURI.-The natives
have elected their mayor, register, fifteen Of the
eighteen aldermen. DC, &c. in 81. Louis.
BUBBLES OF THE DAY.-The copper mine discove-
ries on Lake Superior, and the silver mines every
where-at least, many of them.
laMAeMricEST SIaHrs-The packet ships Liver
pool, Margaret Evans, Columbia, and Siddons-in-
deed all the packets. The Margaret Evans will sail
on the 10th inst. for London and the Liverpool on
the 2lst, for Liverpool.
I Poor Power REvIvED.-Thc evening entertain
ments of Mr.. Broueham on irish character.
Theatrical and musical.
PARK THEArAE.-Mr. Hackstt, the celebrated come
dian. appeared again last night in "Trip Van Wnkls"
and the Irish Attorney" The former piece ID not
tremely favorable to the display Of his peculiar powers
though he ocoasionally showed the master power Of
which he Is capable. In the latter he completely vfndi-
Gated his title favor and distinction which he has
acquired He 10 in truth equal to what has been said
Of himhs power and Versatility OF his expression II
astonishing; his eye speaks and acts and il herein
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and few who have taste and discsrnmsnt viii miss the
opportunity Of seeing him.
Bowrar THEArsE-Thsrs il peculiar charm about
this establishment, which fails Of drawing full
house. This CHARM We believe, consists in commend
able exsron the part Of the manager, in producing
the most magnificent spsctaelss without regard to cost
and the exercise Of discriminating Judgment In their
selection Besides, the Of Scott Blanchard. Dav-
export, Jones, and others, who are permanently con
nected with the establishment who are familiar
household words to the patrons OF this theatre are an
SOuss. The bill for to night Is capital ana We sxpsc
will, - usual, ill the house
GRxEKwlcH THEArRE.-Ths performances Ut tn
Greenwich last night Of very interesting cha
rastsr and most loudly spplaudsd The psrsonaon d
Guy Mannering" by MI. Eddy, highly crsditabls
maugro little stffnsss, which this talented youns
actor rapidly overcoming The orchestra did justice
to the music. and are worthy Of all praise. Tonigh
the Rake's Progress" will bs performed Mr. 0rattal
a. Harry Markleham, Mr.. Plumer Fred Fiorid, and
Eddy a. Tom Rakewell-a CAPT al cast, and one thai
will produce this drama in excellent FORM The Misses
Valles dance the Pas de Natalie"-Hsrr Cline appear,
the elastic cord-0ustave Ellsier exhibits his aston
sh fssts Of strength and the whole concludes with the
buretta of Don Giovanni" So rich bill Of fare u moi
often catered to the public taste.
BowERr ANPHrrnEArRE.-Evsry night Witnesses TIL
enchanting place Of amusement crowded to overflow
ing The astonishing fsats Of waltzing dancing anf
fighting. by the beautiful little ponies, the adnir