The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1848-08-03

The REMAINS OF CAPTAIN PosTLEY-The remains Of
lying in state in the trophy Of the arsenal
under guard Of the National Greys Of which he was
formerly commander: The comm Is most magnincently
decorated. II Is made Of mahogany and covered with
black cloth the top is bound with heavy bullion
fringe and two Of silver stars placed entirely
the centre Of which is the American eagle The plate
bears the f0llSxipg Inscription 1d%S.s posrv
10Th sest U. s.A-
AtCamargO, Mexico,
From the effects Of wound received while in
Under the plate is the Goddess of Liberty encirsled in
handsome silver wreath. The whole decorations are
of silver, and make q handsome appearance. The
cefin is covered with the American standard. His
remains will not be inferred until the early part
next week. after the arrival Of Colonel Temple, with
the remainder of the regiment to which he was
attached.
THE WEATHER.-Yesterday was another pleasant
day, and really presented the appearance Of summer
though the Thermometer only stood at 81 degrees
There was gentle breeze from the North aday, and
the evening was such as gave promise Of pleasant
time, added to the beauty Of the gathering night.
DEPARTURE OF PREsrpEsr RoBEars, OF LrsERrA.-
President Roberts, of Liberia left this city on Monday,
in the packet ship Isaac Wright for Liverpool Inc
object his visit is to make arrangements possible,
with the governments Of Great Britain ana france TO
acknowledge the independence OF Liberia that dpio-
matte relations may be opened between those govern
and that of Liberia President Roberts deserves
great praise for the in which he has conducted
the government of his republic. He was the son OF q
bar Der in North Carolina and when the supJect OF
colonization first agitated he was one OF the
few who started for the coast Of Africa; where, by
proper applications he soon became convereant with
not only the English, but the Latin language. Having
great deal Of he CONNIE uced the study
Of law, and was in a short time the most eminent
legal in the colony and eventually after the Or
ganzaon Of the republic he became its PRESIDENT by
the free voice of the people. He Is most extraordi-
nary man. possessed of a good mind there are few
with the limited opportunities which he had. who have
ever exalted themselves to so high position, in any
country He carries with him to Europe, letters to
the American ministers of England and France speak
ing of him in the highest terms OF appreciation as
gentleman and u scholar: He was presented by the
Common Council of this city, with geological survey
of New York and while here received every attention
at their hands In point of talent he far above
his race in this country; and In Liberia VIII propaoy
become the greatest statesman OF his age
THE. Recess OF THE COMMON CouNcIL-lt was
unanimously resolved by the Common Council, at
their meeting last night, to take from the Ia
bors Of their Office for month"; and it Is an event
which may be hailed with pleasure, for there will
be ssation of the nsical proceedings which
have thus far chara cterised their They will
spend the travelling recruit their health
after the laborous duties they have performed, be-
ginning to-day They start this morning on an ex-
cursion to Greenport, and the distinguished
guests' of the Long Island Railroad Company. Be-
fore they again meet there will be time for matu de-
liberation, and udicious course of action may
be expected from them. Having to def ny their ex-
penss themselves for while, it is probable they
will learn little Of the forgotten economy which
they have pract,sed so little.
The Opp FELLOW AssocIArIoN.-Atth the annual cleo
ton of the o. of o. + State of New York, held at
their rooms National Hall, yesterday, the folio wing
named officers elected for the ensuing For
Grand Master, George II. Andrews of No 235; Deputy
Grand Master, S S. Post, of No. SO; Grand Warden,
Penz. of No %; Grand Treasurer, Matthew Bird, of
No. %; Grand Chaplain, John G. Sporting, Of No Ill;
Grand Representatives, John j. Davies of No IL, and
JAMES W. Hale, of No. CD.
A TALL BUSINESS, If TRuE-It was reported yester-
day, that young clerk in pawnbroker's estab-
lishment in Reade street, decamped to England last
week, with $4,000 belonging to his employer
Flea fire broke out about half past eleven O'Clock,
last night the roof of house No liz Division street.
which was partially destroyed Supposed to have ORR
ginated from defect in the chimney.
SUDDEN DEATH.-The coroner held an inquest yes.
terday, at No 1913 Fourth street the body of Ju.
liza Ann Clark aged So years, born in New York, wife
of Francis Clark who came to her death by the rup.
ture Of blood-vessel in the chest Verdict accord.
ingly.
DEATu FROM EXHAUSTION The coroner likewise held
an inquest, at No. IA Hammond street. the body of
who came to his death by exhaustion caused by
asthma and accidentally falling into the river, at the
old white fort. Verdict accordingly.
FOUND DRowNEp.-Coroner Walters held an inquest
yesterday, at the corner of Franklin and West
streets on the body of Richard Thompson, so years
OF age, found floating in the dock ut the foot Of
Franklin street. The deceased, IL seems, had been
missing since Friday last, and boarded with Mrs.
Bicks' in Greenwich street. He considered a
steady men, and used to work in Mr.. Browns marble
yard but had very singular practice of going the
dock in the evening after tea, and there falling asleep,
where 1t is supposed he fell into the river and
drowned, The jury rendered verdict that the de-
ceased came to his death by drowning.
ErFEcTs CT BOYS FISHING THE DocK.-The Co.
roner held an inquest at No. Lewis street. on the
body Of boy years of age by the name of
John w Parrish, who was found in the dock foot of
Cores street drowned, IL seems the deceased and
another boy went the dock to fish, and while there
the poor boy accidentally fell ntothe river and before
assistance could be obtained life extinct. The
jury rendered a verdict accordingly.
BoDy Fousp-The body of young Merriam D.. Young
lad Of promising talents who drow ned in the Har
lem River on Saturday last, tn Tuesday
night, and taken home to his parents in a leaden
coffin.