The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1846-08-17


the building of four steamships, on a gigantic
scale of size and splendor. The keel of one of
them was laid some few weeks since, and she
will probably be ready for sea in short time
When all The vessels to be built by this line shall
be completed, our transatlantic friends will per-
ceve, ahsugh they have the credit of originating
the grand scheme, that the Americans are no
mean copyists; and, perchance, it may prove that
the pupil will assume the position oil the tutor.
We congratulate the owners Of our packet lines
for their untiring energy and perseverance, and
the country at large on the brilliant prospect
before us.
THE MEDICAL CorLEeEs.-The different medical
institutions of the city will, in few weeks, COM
mence their regular sessions, and the prospects
that they will have a numerous body of stu
dents TO attend them. In the present state of
the laws OF the land, as applied to medical edu-
cation, it is really source of congratulation to
see so many young men, from all parts Of the
Union, willing TO undergo probation, which to
them is entirely optional. 1t i. an evidence that
the medical profession in America is generally
anxious to sustain the high character which it has
gained, not only at home but abroad, and proof
that hey are thoroughly scientific body of men.
We have in New York two colleges, viz; the
Medical Department Of the University of New
York, and the College of Physicians and Sur
geons. The latter is the Oldest esta bshment Of
the two, AID the former is now we believe about
to enter IT'S seventh year of existence. The pro-
fessors attached to each OF them, are men Of the
highest standing in the profession, and command
the respect and confidence Of their various classes
Dr. Mott is President of the University School,
and DR.. A. H. Stevens Of the other.
or course there is some rivalry between these
two colleges, but the practical working of this
spirit of emulation has been most beneficial; for
previous to the establishment of the new schools,
the different colleges in Philadelphia used to at
tract almost the entire body ofstudents, the classes
of the College Of Physicians and Surgeons usually
averaging from fifty to a hundred, whereas, dur
ing last winters session, the University matricu-
lated no less than four hundred and twenty-seven
names, and the College of Physicians and Sur
geons upwards of two hundred. This fact shows
in most conclusive manner the good effects Of
competition
1t has always been reproach to the profession
that they are divided one against another; this is
unfortunately too true, and is one of the chief
that limits its usefulness. The continual diff
fcultes and jsalouses which are occurring
among them give rise to many discussions, and
much bad feeling, that the various quacks, by
their specious promises and impudent assertions,
readily receive support, when, if the profession
were more united, they would not be listened to.
We trust that the editors of the various medical
journals, who mainly contribute to keep up this
feeling, will, before long, see how inludicious
such displays are Their vocation is to forward as
much as possible the general good, and not to ad-
NIT persopaI f.elipus and cLs into thar ~
lumns Let such things be left for the political
presses, they are amply able to do them Justice
As regards the resources ofNew York for medi-
cal education, they are very great; and with the
professors that we have, are altogether equal to
the schools of the European countries; those Of
Paris, perhaps, may excel them in one or two
particulars, but on the whole they are decidedly
superior to any other in this country. The ex-
penses of living in this city not greater than
in others; and we are confident that the student,
whichever college he attends, will find that he is
amply rewarded by the knowledge he will ac-
quire,
The Court MARITAL AT GovERNoRs ISLAND
The sentence of the court MARTIAL in the case of
the two volunteers who weretried there, was rem
dered on Saturday.
Isaac Primrose, Sergeant in company E, who
plead guilty to the charge Of mutny, was sem
fenced to be reduced to the ranks, confined in
irons, on bread and water. till the day of embark
alton, and then be drummed out of the regiment;
and be deprived Of all pay for the time he has
/, been in the service.
! In the case of private Moreton, of company F,
tried for dsorderly and insubo rdlnate conduct
the sentence rendered was, that he should be con-
fined in irons, on bread and water, for IL days;
but owing to his youth and mex perience, together
with the recommendation of the court, the sem
tence was RENTED, and Moreton again received
into the ranks.
Thus all the stories in relation to their being
shot, have ended. ~
ELECTIONS The returns are not fully CON-
pleted nor official yet, but do not alter the
suits before stated. Indiana has elected a demo-
cratic Governor, but has probably lost enough
members in the House to give the wings majo-
rty Of about eight on joint balot-las. year four
teen the other way. North Carolina has given a
majority for Graham of about 8, 900; his gain since
the last gubernatorial election is about 1000 in the
counties heard from The Legislature is wing,
securing two United States Senators. One in
place of Willie P. Mangum, whose term expires,
and another to supply the vacancy caused by the
resignation of VIM. H Haywood, jr., which will be
a wing gain ofone.
Missouri democratic, and Kentucky whig, as
usual.
FROM THK PACIFIC VIA NEW GRENADA.--By the
bark Bogota, Capt. Thomas, we have received
news from Valparaiso of late date. U. S. ship
Constitution, Capt. Percival. left Valparaiso June
18th, for Rio Janero and home. The news OF
the war with Mexico had arrived, and there was
report at Callao, which created great excite
ment, that there three prvateers fitting out,
two at Guaquil and one at Pita. Mr.. Linsey,
bearer of dispatches from the u s. Government,
arrived at Panama on the 23d July, by the way OF
Iamaica bound To Mazaflan We learn from