The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1848-08-22
The Watering places.


II first by the Harlem railroad cars, which con-
vey you as far az Croton Fans, Putnam, county,
situate about so mile, from New York and then
an open carriage, sort OF Jersey wagon, conveys
passengers to the lake, further distance ascend
ing nearly all the way of five males The lake
pre- sents beautiful appearance, aaj is about nine
miles in circumference. Near the centre is large
island o. dark torres, trees, known ga the Isle OF
Petra. The other places OF note within the circle
OF the lake, are Wild Cats Glen, Kinks Shore
the Indian Council Grove, &c: aud a shor, walk
from klrk's Landing brings you IN view Of another
lake, which Is on q level at least $50 feet below
Mahopac, although only 60 rods apart, and from
midway, you can cast stone into either of these
lakes. Lake Mahopac is Itself 200 feet above
the level OF the Hudson river.
About five miles of, IS tue beautiful little Lake
Caimei, 100 feet above the level of Lake Mehopac,
and near this. Is the country seat OF Mr. Belden OF
New York
This principal lake derives its name from that of
a distinguished chief or an Indian tribe his name
was Mahopac': he hourished 800 years ago and
tradition has handed down some interesting traits
OF his remarkable character, which were told me
byia hardy vetera of the woods, Nathaniel Crane.
now near 20 years OF age, and OF the sixth genera
ton of q family who have successfully resided
about one mile from thls lake. He is man OF
much intelligence, and very communicative.
The Chief Mahopac commanded large and
powerful tribe, ard the Influence OF his personal
character was very great, and he exercised 1t IN
way which marked the native nobieness OF a great
MIND, VIZ ever TO preserve peace ana harmony
among the various tribes. The spot he resided at
ovid Cats Glen), was pointed out to me by Mr..
c., anl he recited, with much energy, beautiful
iegenl OF the Devils dancing rock which |
cannot lnciOse IN this communication, as 1t would
occupy TOO much Of your valuable journal, and an
other, about chlettaln's daughter, which must
omit for the same obvious reason although
made copIouS notes al the tine, which now lie
before me.
We had quite gay ball here on Friday eyeuin.
The gentlemen were al commended ~ the fair
visitors at the lake for the excellent manner IN
which II was gotten up and sustained. The
dining room was tastefu.y decorated with ever
greens, ana otherwise ornamented IN strictly rural
style; ana the quadrilles, polka and walt were
Kept up with great spirit until II o'clock, whes
supper was announced in an adjoining roor ana
the whole affair wont OF admirably. l must no.
tee few OF the tair yis:tors-althOugh all are
agreeable; our society here Is harmony Itself
his. A, OF New York, is pretty, with bright
| expressive eyes, ana gay and witty. Mrs
and Miss B., OF H. y, contributed greatly by
their refined courtesy 10 make the hotel charm.
ing ana interesting. Miss B I, besides beng an
accomplished musician, (both vocal and as i
planlst) and the very perfection OF on am,able ana
lovely character, Is very pretty ana very graceful
and you have but to know her, to admire so many
slster-ln-law, Mrs. J. B. B., is OF ligh. and
graceful figure, well proportioned, possessing a
countenance ot remarkable Intelligence, ANA a
manner so soft and refined, that il were difficult 70
ina her equal IN these :espeets-im9osslble to
trace Ier superior.
Mrs ana Miss Nee, of New York. both anna
bic and esteemed, Miss Nee. Is fond OF dancing
and OF rowing on The lake, 60 common employ
ment OF these water nymphs) and excels IN both
OF lively disposition, and ever frank and gay
Mrs. Til, of Brooklyn, possessing an admi-
rabIy proportioned figure, whichmany gould envy,
unltes to II q tace OF EXTERN 2. sweetness ct ex-
ute
sive eyes denote intelligence of a high order.
rad the pleasure OF meeting her IN Boston some
Few years ago, as the accomplished Miss SIS,
and was happy 20 ma all the charms OF the
spinster transferred 70 the more matronly charac.
ter she has since then assumed
Miss H--ll, niece Of Rev. ". NJ. is a very
lovely girl, modest and unassumipe. and much
admired
- delicate as TO stature. but veiy refined and intel
ugeLt.
Mrs. RI, OF New York, fine looking, Dig
aihed, malesccSwoman, whose ACQUAINTANCE -
much courted by the society at this hotel.
Mrs, RIA, OF New York, young hand.
some, gay, witty, amlable, and general fayorlte
MIS-. Cd, OF New YORK, possesses one of the
sweetest faces in the word-a fine, fresh counte
nance denotlve Of everything that is an,able. She
looked really splendid at the baIl-the dress so be
coming to her, and showing 20 such advantage the
beautifully developed outline OF her stylish figure
She is also very musical. and sings admirably.
Miss Zee, of New York, Is tall and grace.
full, and both walks and dances well
Mrs. AID Miss B--t. Mrs. 3. is a fine digni
fed lady, who : respected and admired by all
Heryoung and accomplished daughter Is, ana de-
serves 70 De 6ele for her figure is fautless, and
her open radiant countenance, and rich voice.
win oil hearts: and the beap, show their good taste
n enlistIrg under her banner. Iudeed, Old and
young all, admire her; and she deserves their re-
spectlu. and marked admiration.
Miss &c, OF New York, a talented lady, and
f,fa al
aJtloress OF ala unpublished novel
Mrs S,--h. her sister, is very agreeable, AID
0: retired, mild manners
Miss B--s,of New York, medium size, pretty,
very tine expressive counteaance; very amIabIe,
and dances well
Mrs. Judge S---h, of New York. Is a tall, str..
king,y 5racetnl fguse; pretty, and very lady-lIke
N manner, and her society much oourted
But rluet say something of our hotel. Although
cot extensive enough for the number Of vIstets,
every year increasing, yet i s capable Of accom-
modatlng about 100 persor: The table is very
we'll provided with good fare, and the best Of
wines are kept at the bar. Indeed the dime,
here Is even bstter-more plentiful, well cooked
and leisure 70 ENJOY Titan usually found at the
larger watering places. Mr.. BALDWIN s an excel
/ lent landlord and caterer, and AlonZo Is q most
| active and ubiquitous parsonage
There IS another hotel here, called Monks, OF
which report speaks well and Horizons, and o.ke,
move private boarding houses, are well filled
Fashion, and folly, and exclusive circles, and
The arrogance and presumption o. woIId-be lead.
els Of toa, are al unknown here. There -
uought for envy to feed on simple, unaffected
style governs the conduct OF those families who
each year meet at this retired and romantic spot,
to enjoy their retirement and the pure air and ex-
ercise, amid rural scenery. The cnas,e ncglig;
o. the morning costume they carry on the lake,
when they row or sail over is bright surface, and
dine az one o'clock N the same easy and COM
Portable costume.
Yesterday, being Sunday, we all attended Divine
service. aad Aad the qualification OF hearing mos.
admirable sermon, from Rev. Mr. Pine, OF Wash.
lngton, thinlGhe read the Episcopal service bet
ter than 9ny clergy man ever heard The language
of his sermon was admirable, and his style very
impressive and eloquent The subject wae the
importance OF intoxicating early IN the minds ot
children religious instruction, and feeding then
young minds with information so iaauiringly
sought for, but winch is often either refused, OF
waived by p1GeHts on account OF the extreme child
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