The New York herald., 1846-03-30

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feiment lately in the medical world, IN regard to
National CONVENTION, which is to be held in this
city, in the month Of May next. The ostensible
purpose for which this convention il to be assem-
bed, is to endeavor TO devise for the raising
OF the standard Of medical education in this coun-
try, which the gentlemen who originated the call
for the meeting. complain Of beng At a very low
ebb.
The proposed convention is to be composed of
delegates from all the medical colleges in the United
States; and it appears that several oil them have al
ready responded to the call, and will be in attend
ance at the appointed time.
The result Of this convention will be matter of
considerable interest to the profession at large; and
whether the standard OF medical education be raised
or not, we trust they will look into many OF the
abuses to which the profession isnow subjected, and
devise some means to curb the insolence Of the
merous quacks that now prey upon the community.
Regarding the matter of education that will be pro.
badly quite matter Of disputes the requisites for the
attainment Of diploma in most of our medical col.
leges now is, the student having studied medicine
three years, and having, during that time, attended
two full courses OF lectures at medical college
it, at the end Of that time, he pass satisfactory
examination before the faculty. Of the college that he
has attended, he is invested with the degree of NJ.
D., and duly licensed to practice. In some OF the
States-this one among the number-,he practice of
medidine is open to every one-that is, the law will
authorise any one to collect fees for advice given
surgical services performed In other States the mar
who has invested his time and money in studying
nd haao nh ned diplO
only one who can by law, collect his fees. Thus,
is fair to presume that those who in this State, go
the expense Of regular medical education, do so
with the purest moves as, did they feel inclined,
the law of the land would justify them in practlcng
without submitting to this ordeal.
A great deal might be said, nevertheless, about
the requirements necessary to obtain diploma, and
the necessity or not of increasing them; but we
think the first step towards doing 90 will be to OBJ
tain Legislative protection to those who 6onafde
students otherwise an unnecessarily rigid standard
might have the effect of driving many into the
ranks of emplricism who would otherwise enter
into the ranks in the regular manner
Thcatricals.
PAax THrArRE.-"Le Brasseur de Preston" the beau
tiful comic opera by ADAM will be performed at the Park
this evening for the last time but The seguin troupe
have been emnently successful during their engage.
ment, and the musical elite have crowded the house
nightly. We hope that their concluding nights will
prove that the musical taste of czeus has not been
overated At the conclusion Of the OPERA Mr. H. Marble,
the admirable delineator OF Yankee character will make
his first appearance Deuteronomy Dutful in the re.
nowned comic drama OF the " Vermont Wool Dealer"
This s Mr. Marbles most successful personation, and
MUS From 6rst to last 1t Is a mrth provoking perform.
ance, full of quaintness and genuine humor
BowERY THrArRE.-Mr. and Mrs. C. r. Thorne will
make their debut this evening" at the Bowery In the
grand Eastern mslo dramatic spectacle Of Gel Hyder'
and the popular drama of"Don Cesar dc Bazan." "El
Hyder" has been long time in preparation. and will
be produced with costumes, gorgeous Eastern see
merry, and all the aids which to render play po
pular and effective The magnificent stud Of horses and
talented troupe ofequessns engaged at this establish.
ment will also appear In this glorious spectacle which
must have brilliant run. Don Casar de Bazan" all
play goers recognise Of the most merorous and
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talent Of Mr. and Mrs. Thorne cannot doubt but the
house will be crowded to its utmost capacity. Mr..
Thorne and his accomplished lady will prove a great
acquisition to the dramaque OF the Metropoli
tan whose worthy manager ever attentive to his du.
ties, caters well for the taste # his audiences.
BowERY AxrHrrHEArRr.-The NEST splendid bill of
attractions which has yet been offered at this elegant
establishment will be presented this evening In sddi
on to the spirited performances of the talented equss
his celebrated and magnificent thorough bred Arabian
horse Pas Temps" purchased by him at Franconis,
In Paris. This beautiful animal will perform q
number Of popular dances, including the exquisite
pS.d The sos .ss ss': s sn II %
also be introduced for the frst time, In psssing and
snd sans and the NO e:
markaole twin penies, !. Damon and "Pythias," will
also appear With such attractions the amphi.heatrs
must be thr0nged by the elite and curious of the city
New GRExswIcH THrArRE.-We gave, few days
since description Of the interior arrangements Of the
Eew Greenwich Theatre, which are beautiful and per-
feet The expensive decorations have been made
Splendid cut glass chandeliers send ont their sparkling
light; the scenery Is all new beautiful drop curtain
Iica decorations. which can please the eye to be
found here The new theatre 10 to be open Thursday
among whom are many s Of our old fsvoriies. Among
these Miss Clara Ellis, Miss Julia Drake Mrs Ish
erwood, the Misses valee and powerful company of
H Crisp, who made such decided hit at Niblos last
fall as Lady Gay Spanker il also engaged for limited
The orchestra is very full and complete being led BY
Mr. Metz; and ihe whole IL un .er the management Of
This viii now @ the which hs.
existed In the upper part Of the city and We doubt not
will be we'll supported. We anticipate crowded house
on Thursday evening.
Mr. Joseph Burke the vioinist 10 to give another
concert in Washington on Wednesday evening, April
lst He is to be assisted BY Mr.. Dempster, the oels
Mrs skerrett had her farewell benefit at Mobile on
the 18th inst Tom Placids Chippsndale and Mr. J. NJ
Field appeared in the comedy Of /" Time Works Won
ders"
Welch, Mann & Deavan's equestrian establishment,
is very popular in Philadelphia.
Howes Co.'s Circus is meeting with great in
Baltimore. In addition to Madame Macarte, who 10 ac-
kuowedged by ALL says the amerieen to exceed in ease
grace and intrspdy female rider Of the present
the great Scotch giant, and the Baltmoreons crowd
nightly to witness the performances.
Howe Mabie's Circus, 10 literally patronised in st.
Louis.
The Ravel Family, arrived at Havana from Lima.
Mr.. Templston was at vicksburg on the 18th inst.