The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1846-08-06
The Watering Places.
NEwroRr, r. l., August 3, 1876.
Yankee YACHTING.

himself made Newport harbor on Friday, in his
fine sloop Maria, having run away from the rest
of the squadron in the Sound. Besides the regu-
lar yachts there are two mef chant sloops in con-
vow the Ann Maria and Vineyard. These, we
believe, intend contestng the races kewise. The
Ann Maria is beautiful vessel; and as we under
stand, won the race last year, beating the whole
squadron OF pleasure craft.
The first race will come OIL to-day, between
the schooners Siren and Northern Light, provided
the wind be sufficiently strong. The contest is TO
yachts are both favorites and there will be good
deal of even betting. AS yet QO o'clock) thefe Is
hardly
"A breath Of air to break the wave !"
and unless the breeze freshens, we Will have no
race to-day. EcoLrEE.
OCEAN HOUSE, NEWPORT. r. l., Aug. A.
The First Yacht Race.
Yesterday came off the first race among the
yachts. The contest of speed was between the
schooners "Northem Light" and "Syren."-
Both about the same size and tonnage. The
terms of the race were to have been four hours
against the wind; but in consequence OF the light
ness of the breeze they were changed to run OF
Is miles to sea, and back to Beaver Tail light
There is not finer sheet Of water for yacht ra-
cling in the world than lies within the prospect OF
Newport. From the hills you have an unnter-
rupted view of the ocean to its very horizon; and
this you may enjoy in your own house, by sim
ply going up stairs, or climbing into cupola. The
Ocean Hotel is crowned with cupola OF
large dimensions, and framed on every side with
glass. From this point we shall view the contest.
The squadron Of miniature ships IS sleeping on
the surface of beautiful bay. The breeze is as
vet light, and the water smooth as glass. The
sails are clewed, and the tiny spars are mirrored
on the crystal wave. The clean cut of their
bows-the taut ropes, and the raksh masts, all tell
you that these are no trading craft. Small boats,
filled with men in red shirts, and fancy sailor
Presently, the breeze freshens and here and
there, as if by magic, broad white wing is ex-
tended from the yards: The red-shirted men are
at work upon the decks--up goes a blue flag
the Northern Light-another answers it on the
Syren, and in few minutes more, the jbsails
upon both vessels are set-ther anchors weighed,
and they are standing out OF the bay, followed by
half dozen others who carry out to sea the spec
tators of the race. Sail boats follow and accompa-
ny the yachts some OF these boats sail very fast,
and are very comfortably fitted up. They carry
the yachts have passed around Fort Adams and
the "Neck." They have now reached point on
the coast, washed by the ocean itself: Here Tor
while they lay to, and, from this point, the race
two little schooners are now seen to head the
squadron by great dstance-the others beating
up their leisure for the purpose OF observing the
race. The wind comes in 8 E. direction, SO
that the vessels may be viewed passing hundred
land marks-sucL as Beaver Sail Light, Point Ju-
dith, Block Island, and the Spouting Rocks: BY
these, you can tell at almost any time which IS
losing or gaining distance. The Northern Light
not only keeps her distance ahead Of her oppo-
nent, but is evidently .wideningit 1t; The breeze,
which is very light, is decidedly in her favor. The
Syren sails better IN stiff breeze, ana II mere
was sufficient wind, would "run away from the
"Light,"-so say the New Yorkers-so say the
Syren's crew, and so says Col James Watson
Webb of the New York Courier, who happens, at
Light has the day IN her favor-the race is de-
clared won. The Boston craft beating the "cy-
REM by 2 minutes II seconds so much Tor the
first yacht race. Newport is almost full. The
as yet-Good prospects but hard climbing;
P. S.-To-day the breeze /. stiff and fresh, and
the contest again coming off between the North
ern Light and Syren. Should they come IN before
the closing of the mail, shall send You the re-
suit. ECoLikh'
STATE CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION, Aug. 4
A resolution was adopted, on mon on VI WI;
Bruce, calling the Comptroller for the an cunt Para
the Commsary General for his services and A'avenng
lie money disbursed by him. The Convention greed
terminate debate in committee of the whole on the
poinment of State officers and those whose powers an
dnties not local, &c) at ~ o'clock to-day ThA
Convention then into committee of the whole
report number six The vote adopted yesterday, on
motion of Mr. Taggart forhidding any Of the State o'
ed and in lieu thereof was adopted this amendment:
Z" But neither Of the officers mentioned in this
section shall receive any fees p;rqpi.t's Q, eG%psn
official capacity" Mr.. Smith proposed as SO.
cond section Of the report, that State super.
of two years. at q salary of $4,000 Rejected The
committee then took the second section OF the report
which provides for the election OF State Engineer and
Surveyor to hold Office for two years, at salary Of
$4,000 and necessary expenses the party appointed to
ing tor successive years next before his election Mr.
Rhoades moved to extent the term Of service to four
years Lost Mr.. Nicholas moved to limit the Qual6ca-
ton to his being 4 practical engineer Carried. Mr.
Salisbury moved to strike out the allowance for neces
ss ,ssPe snd for s.TnS to be-
settled by the Legislature Lost Mr Richmond moved
- restrict the for expenses to $500 MI wa
terbury moved $500 Lost, and Mr. RS adopted. Mr.
LOOMS offered substitute for the whole section, Great
ing the Office of Commissioner of Public Works. to take
lie buildings. records, &c. Mr. Patterson moved
amendment combining the duties of this to
those by the Comptroller in the Canal department sir
Loomis' proposition and the amendment to it were
lost. Mr.. Harris then moved to strike out the sec
ton creating the office of Surveyor and Engineer
Carried AZ 3d. The section in regard to Canal Com
s a s
Carried. Mr.. Perkins moved to strike out the
clause fixing the salaries Of the commissioners Lost
~ to a. The section in regard to inspectors Of state
Prisons Mr. St. John moved to amend by reducing their
pay to So day. Carried Al to 49, Mr. Tasgart moved
to strike out the clause fixing their compensation Lost
Mr. Kennedy moved Hx their compensation at - SIX
aday. Lost The section designating the officers who
Bruce moved to amend by striking out the words sur
veyor and engineer" wherever they occurred Carried
Mr. Mervin moved 10 strike OUT Inc enure secuon, and
leave the matter to the Legislature Pending this
section the time arrived assigned for reporting the
tcle the Convention and the Committee and
ported Mr. Kennedy moved recommit the article. for
the purpose of going through with it. Lost Mr..
Shepard moved to strike out the section which
der consideration in committee. Lost. Mr. Murphy
moved strike the section abolishing inspectors,
and to insert a substitute foows:-
No law shall be passed creating continuing any Of
fee for the weighing measuring inspection OF any
any article of merchandise produce manufacture
delegang any authority to create any such Office and
!
weighing measuring inspection, deegating such
authority and the Offices created for such purposes
hereby abrogated Nor shall any laws be passed grant
ing licenses for carrying any trade Calling business
profession and all licenses and laws authorizing the
are hereby abrogated But nothing in this section
contained shall the legislature from exercising
such control over the salt springs and salt manufactured