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Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22
Prov. Journal.

DIPLOMATIC PREsENTATioN.-Thew whole OF
the diplomatic corps at Washington, number.
ing thirty-two representatives of foreign ma
tions, called upon the President on Monday, in
full costume, and offered him their congratula-
Minister of the Argentine Republic, being the
speaker for the corps General Taylor replied
10 him in neat but brief speech, and was af-
forwards presented to each individual sepera,e.
rately. Previous to the general reception, the
Chevalier de Macedo, the new Minister from
Brazil, had private audience Of the Presi.
dent and addressed him in a handsome speech,
which was responded to in Gen. TayIor's usual
brief but forcible style. -
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A WILLING PRlsoNER.-There is a woman
named Barbara Donnelson, now prisoner in
Newcastle Jail, Del, who has been there since
the year 1908, with but shor, intervals. She
has strong desire to stay there, and when
discharged by the Judge, which she has been
several times, she commences smashing the
windows Of the citizens Of Newcastle, until
she is sent back. A Scotch woman, and when
in Jail, is neat and industrious. Her conduc,
apart from her singular monomania to become
a prisoner, and smash windows, when out of
jail, is without rcproach.
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Mr.. EDIToR -
Leaving it for T" to discuss with him
the matters of waI and slavery. &C., simply
remarkiRg, in regard to the " balance Of the
ccntripetal and centrifugal forces" that one
would hardly suspect that the danger here was
of an excessive tendency to fly of into philan-
thropc abstractionism, but rather the reverse
Leaving this topic, wish to say one word
upon that point or aspect of" G's" communi-
cation which was what before solely alluded
to and which he persists in justifying. refer
to the charge Of " mpious blasphemy" against
Mr.. Sumner for pronouncing conservatism" '"
(that is, as he afterwards explains it } to be
the "bgotry Of religion and politics" in
sst that it Is unfair to seperate a sentence from
its whole connexion, and then attach to word
in il sense which the speaker did not intend
and only few sentences after, showed that
he did not This is doing just what 4" G" ac-
cuses certain ones Of doing with Scripture
Mr.. Sumner went on to distinguish between
wholesome conservatism" and another
kind, in such way as to show irresistibly that
he meant by dgoted conservatism that spirit
which hugs and clings to what is bad as we'll
as what is good from weak, worldly or wicked
motives. Mr. Sumner may differ from /" @"
N his application of the definition, he may
draw the line between the pernicious conserv-
atism enormously (and so may &C." unless,
he is infalIible) but because he believes man
in error, has he right to come out and charge
him with impieiy and blosphe,ny! One would
think oJsurdity was enough TO burden man
with for once.
Mr. Editor, protest and | believe every
rejecting man in this community will join me
in so doing, against the style and (apparent)
spirit of such an article as the former one Of
&C" Talk about dangerous doctrines,-to
my mind that mode Of treating those who diff
fer from us, when they come out in n manly
way, is far more dangerous than any radical
ism Of such men as Mr.. Sumner. The evils
of radicalism are to be charged in no small
proportion upon the manner in which men
have been denounced for the crime of thinking
for themselves and saying what they think.
Il am not called upon to 90 into contro-
versy with " G." on the various topics which
"T'' has started. ! should like to see them
discussed calmly and candidly, but not if it
were done in the style Of" G's" first piece
If Slavery and War can be defended by Co.'s
word as written on The human heart and as
written in Scripture and interpreted by reas-
on, for one should be glad to see it done, for
two reasons,-frst, because Gods word is
truth and truth Is the lest thing for man.
and secondly, because it would relieve my
opinion OF the human race as its character has
been exhibited for some ages. But this leave
here having meant from the beginning only to
assert Mr.. Summers claim as lecturer and
man to a manly, gentomanly, decent treat
ment PAUL G Cor. XIII. 8y
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

fits acoruing to the whole State from the ex-
tinction of slavery. These have been SO Of
tn and so fully stated, that will not, nor is
it necessary to dwell upon them extensively
They may be summed up in a few words
We shall remove from among us the contami'
mating influences of servile and degraded race
of a different color We shall ENJOY the
proud and conscious satisfaction Of placing the
race where they can enjoy the great blessings
of liberty, ana civil, political and social equal
ity We shall acquire the advantage of the dill
gence, the fidelity, and the consistency of free
labor, instead Of the carelessness, infdety,
and unsteadiness of slave labor wo shall ele-
vate the social condition OF the white laborer
augment the value of our lands, improve the
agriculture of the State, attract capital from
abroad TO all the pursuits Of commerce. manu-
hcturcs and agriculture redress, as far and
as fast rs we prudently could, any wrongs
which the descendants Of Africa have suiier'
ed at our hands, and we should demonstrate
the sincerity with which we pay indiscrini
nate homage to the great cause Of the liberty
of the human race.
Kentucky enjoys high respect and honour
able consideration throughout the Union, ant
Throughout, the civilized world but, in my
opinion, no title which she has TO the esteem
and admiration Of mankind, and, ! may say
no deeds Of her former glory, would equal II
greatness and grandeur that of being the po'
neer in removing from her soil every trace o.
human slavery, and in establishing the desccn'
danls of Africa, within her jurisdiction, in the
native land Of their forefathers.
have thus executed the promise | made,
alluded to in the commencement of this letter,
and hope have done it calmly, free from
intemperance, and 50 as to wound the sensi'
biliiies of none. ! sincerely hope that the
question may be considered and decided with
out the influence Of party or passion. | should
be most happy to have the good fortune ol
colnciding in opinion with majority OF the
people of Kentucky but, if there be a MAORI
~ opposed to all sche mes of gradual cmanci-
patton, however much may regret II, my du-
" will be to bow in subjection to their will.
If ii be perfectly certain and manifest that
such majority exists, should think ii better
not TO agtate the question at all, since, in
that case, il would be uscle's, and might eXer-
else perncious collateral influence upon the
fair consideration of other amrr dments which
may be proposed 10 our constitution lfthere
be a majority of the peop'e of Kentucky at this
time adverse to touching tho institution OF sla-
very as il now exists, we, who had thought
an | wished otherwise, cin only indulge the
hope that, at some future time, under better
auspices and with the blessing Of Providence,
the cause which we have so much al heart
may be attended with better success.
In any event, shall have the satisfaction of
having performed duty to the State, to the
subject and to myself, by placing my senti-
ments permanently on record.
With great regard, am your friend and
obsdient servant, III. CLAY.
To Richard Pirdell, Esq.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

ExTRAopDINARY ATTEMPT TO EXToRT Mon
EY.--A novel mode OF raising the wind nd-novel
so far as this country is concerned, though of
not unhequent occurrence in Eng gland-is de-
tailed in the morning papers.
1t seems that AIR. w. b. Astor, who enjoys
the reputation of being rich man, has receiv
cd within few days several letters, written
in the style which the gallant Gen. Shields
has lately brought into fashion, demanding the
respectable sum Of fly thousand dollars
the alternative being the peril Of life and prop.
erty.
Having reason to believe that there might
be some proprety in ascertainng how far this
matter was really to be carried, Mr.. Astor con-
suited the Chief of Police, under whose direc-
ion the following plan Of action was pursa-
cd.
II seems that the letters signed F.. X. Bass
wood and sent to both Mr.. As,or and his wife
required the sum Of $50 900 to be delivered to
"A person who should call AT Mr.. Astor's office
for the purpose, the claim for the money being
based upon alleged connection in business in
1914, between the father of the writer and the
late John Jacob Astor. The business was the
cred,nbe one of making spurious coin for the
Indian trade, and so successful was the opera
tien, that upon capital Of $50, 500, the re-
turns ammounted to $500, 900, a very fair
profit considering the times. OF this sum a
little over half million should have fallen To
the share of the acting partner in the business,
the late MIR Eastwood and his brother, hut by
some hocps pocus, both of these claimants were
made to die just in The right time TO save the
necessity OF making final adjustment Of the
business and the heir at law now comes for
wSid with his claims.
In the letter to Mrs. As,or, Mr.. Astor was
directed, if he complied with the demand, tc
insert an advertisement TO that effect in the
Herald In consequence thereof, officer Bow.
yer inserted an advertisement in the Herald
that the $4,000 could be had by addressing
A. X. d., at the Herald office. This called
forth an answer, that the money would he
called for at 10 O'Clock on the 18th, the writer
directing that the money should be put up in
packages, in bills of the denomination OF $50
and $500, and saying that it was useless to
attempt to find out the writer, as everything
mad been so arranged as 10 render it impo.si.
le. Officer Bowyer then made up package
Of worthless bills, took them to Mr.. Astor and
told him to deliver them to any person that
called for them, and the officers then stationed
themselves in different places TO keep a look
out.
At 10 o'clock certain Franklin d. Bragg
appeared al Mr. Astor's door, received the
package and left, followed by the officers to
the corner of Cliff and Fulton streets, when he
stepped into a store, put newspaper around
the package, and proceeded to direct it, when
the officers arrested him. lie tod the officer
that he was directed TO get the package and
leave il al the United States Hotel and it
would be called for. lie was directed 10 do
so. but charged not to open his mouth to
speak or make q sign, and officer Reed went
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

THE ELEPHANT oS ANOTHER SPREE. This
morning, her majesty, dsdaining the shackcls
OF her keeper, again resolved TO see the town.
and accordingly took a stroll up 10Th street.
and by way OF amusement tested her physical
power upon gates, fences, &c, &c., besides
occasionally poking her nose into tipping
shops. Having satisfied herself that tho
streets were to- filthy for promenading, che re
turned home with very contemplate opinion
Of the New York Common Council-N Y
Dan B0d
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with him. After delivering the package they
waited but no person came, and afier short
time they left.
Immediately afterwards Isaac A. Biggs
made his appearance at the bar room, received
the package and then left, with the officers
close upon his heels. lie got into stage,
rode to the corner of Broadway and Canal
streets, where he got out, and the officers also
alghted. lie then went to an exchange office
on the corner of Mercer street, where the Off
GERS arrested him, with the package in his pos
session. He told the officers that he had re-
ceived letter from Eastwood, telling him he
must get the package of money from the hotel
and have it exchanged for other money, and as
fast as he exchanged it he must forward it to
Philadelphia, and that he might retain 81, :
500 for his services, and if he did not do it his
life would be taken.
Bragg is the bro,her-in.law Of Blggs, and
he says that Biggs gave him directions to dc
as he had done. Yesterday information wa,
received by the Chief OF Police that letter in
the same hand writing had been received by
Mr. William Smith, an old and infrm man
but very rich, residing at st. Georges Manor
Long Island, having the same date as those
received by Mr. As,or, demanding $4,000 on a
penalty of having his house burnt and his life
destroyed 1t was evidently written by Biggs
who is well known 10 the authorities. The
officers deserve the thanks of the community
for the very ingenious manner in which they
detected these rougcs-N Y. Mirror.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

The weather is delightful now, quite like
Spring, but it is really melancholy to look uT
and down our streets, particularly Thames
where all is quiet as mornings early dawn
We really think that cannon ball might be
discharged from the vicinity Of the Liberty
tree, and at almost any hour OF the day, il
would have an uninterrupted progress down
TO Bateman's cottage, at the end OF the street.
Can nothing be done to renovate u.s.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

/ We ask The attention of our readers TO tho
abe and interesting letter of Mr.. Clay, which
is commenced in this mornings paper. Like
every thing else which emanates from tha
greatest Of living statesmen, it has attracted
universal attention, and commands the res
pect of all parties. We commend it, in ar
especially manner, to the Free Soil party, and
# they are honest in their conduct, let them
follow the counsel Of him who has passed
through SO many terrific storms, whose elo'
quence has Gained the nation repeatedly, when
all was turmoil ard strife, and who has erect
ed his own monument in the hearts Of the
people Of America.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

Distribution OF THE CAKR.-The editor of
the n. Y. Mirror closes an account of tho In
auguratlou thus; the ceremony is over,
Zachary Taylor is married to the Republic,
and the nation is once more a rejoicing bripo. ~
Some one hopes there is no offence in asking
whether the wed'ng cake has been distributed.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

0J-When we gave our usual notice Of Mr.
Summers lecture, we had no idea that there
was to be newspaper controversy on the sub
jcct but such is the case now, at least, and
whatever our correspondents may have to say
on the subject, if anything further, We hope
they will bear in mind the contracted limits OF
our columns, and the desire of the general
reader for diversity Of matter.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

Hon. ROBERT b. CRAssTos Among the
many Wing members of Congress whose term
expired at the last session and who will not be
members at the next session, is the represcn-
tative from the Eastern District of Rhode Is
land Mr. Cranston has been in Congress for
several sessions, and he has uniformly dis
charged his various duties with credit to him
self and with satisfaction to his constituents.
There is not to be found more Jealous or
consistent Whig, and there are few members
of the House who are regarded with more ia
vor than Mr.. Cranston. He is one of those
men who is always at his post, eager to serve
his friends, generous to his opponents, unde-
waiting in his policy, and iullof that courageous
and manly spirit which commands respect and
esteem. He is general favorite in the House,
and his associates parted with him with regret,
lie has leisure, and we hope to see him re-
turned to the Legislature of our State at the
next election. -
Prov Journal
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

pAn Irish knight was once disputing with
French couricr as TO the age and standing
of their families, when the latter, as a fin shel
to the argument, said that his ancestors were
IN the ark with Noah. "1hat is nothing" said
the IIbernian, for at the deluge, my fore.
fathers were cruising about in oJon IF hci'
O,cHr'
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Mr.. Saunders, the Minister at Spain, has
placed his resignation in the possession Of Mr.
Mangum, to be presented as his discretion
may consider expedient or proper SO says a
Washington letter to the Philadelphia Amer.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

Let no one suppose that by acting good
part through life he will escape SANDER
There will be those who hate him for the very
qualities that ought toprocure esteem. There
are some folks in the world who are not
wiling that others should be better than them
selves
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

~ The following lines were suggested b.
letter written by the Rev. E. Payson, shoI
time previous to his death
REV. Z. PAYS0N.
FAREWELL sister, fare thee well
Scenes of earth are fast receding,
But my joys no tongue can tell,
All the joys Of earth exceeding.
Pain and bliss alternate spring,
While the outward man is dying
To the Savior's cross cling,
On his blood alone relying,
Deaths cold dews are on my brow,
Its dark shades around me gather,
But celestial voices now
Whisper Christ is thine forever.
As the pillows round me roar,
Gimpses of the blest Elyssihmj
From the far of spirit shore,
Break on my enraptuIed vision,
Unseen spirits bear me on,
Love divine each pang assuages,
While my faith unwav'ring firm,
Rests on Christ, the rock of ages.
AS the closing scene draws near,
Heaven its glory is revealing,
Harp-notes Of that bIIssful sphere
On my ears are sweeily stealing.
Saviour, Comforter and King,
Thou great incarnale mystery,
Thou hast robbed death of his sting;
Grave. where is now thy victory
I've no tefrors, "All is we"-
Heaven is mine through Jesus merit
Sister loved one, newjfarewell,
Christ, my Lord, receive my spirit
S. Lvs.
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HSWo learn that the steamer Massachu.
sets will DO put on the outside route, in con
ncction with the Bay State, from Fall River
to New York, in the course Of few days.
This will be great accommodation to the
travelling public.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

IJ'The Supreme Court of the United
States have adopted rule limiting the argu-
ments Of counsel to two hours. The rule
goes into effect at the next term.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

The health officer Of the port of New York
receives annually fees amounting TO SO, 900,
or three times as much as the President Of the
u. States.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

IL mans wife were to fall overboaIl -
what letter of the alphabe, would he express
his sense of the occurrence Letter b Qct
her be).
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MARRYING IN HAsTr.-The hurry to sun
der the bands of matrmony is so great, that
the chancery docket of the Common Pleas OF
Hamilton county, Ohio, is mainly made up of
this business. Twenty couples we're unyok-
ed last week, and about hundred are await
ing their turn.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

The TARs AND STRrPEs.-During the late
cruise of the frigate United States, no less than
s,l72 lashes were administered to the backs Of
her tars, being an average of % TO each man.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

nTlt is said that the Home Department
was rendered TO Hon. Truman Smith, but de-
cllned-that gentleman prescrring to take his
seat in the Senate.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

The Literary Gazette gives from Hamlet
motto for emigranis to California:
IA rick-axe, and spade, spade
Aye, aud a winding sheet
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

nrIt is impossible that an i'll natured maj
can have a pablo spirit for how can he lov'
ten thousand men who never loved one,
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

The New York Journal of Commeice has
been enlarged TO the size of the Courier g.
Enquirer.
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JAMES X. A.

G3-George Rowland has been appoint ed
Surveyor at Tiverton, vice Asa Gray, whose
Commission expired.
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VESSELS WASTED.-We learn that freigh,s
are plenty at Richmond and Fredericksburg,
Va, and vessels very scarce at both ports.
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The request of"A subscriber" shall be com
piled with soon.
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DJThe locofocos, as usual, have carried
the state election in New Hampshire we
have hopes, however, Of two Congressman.
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0J-No woman is capable of being beautiful
who is not incapable of being false.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1849-03-22

Pride, i'll nature, and want Of sense, are the
great sources Of i'll manners.
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The cost Of governing the city Of New York
is more than twice that Of the State of Mass,
achusetts, and six mes that of the State OF
PENNSYLVANIA.
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~ The following lines were Suggested by
a letter written by the Rev. E. Payson, a short
lime preyiouS to his death
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HpAAoE .. AsH.lgstai IsAAo y DiLiER.
Land and General Agency once ~ the Capital Of nm
nois, CITY or sPrisBneid.
no noAsedem Hiass iasSs hoasFs Of Haois
edass, and all dssts Of Purchasing State laAds
Illinois scrip bondrne undersigned would respectfully nfsun
The public thai they have esiabshed in tins cyihe capital
State Of Illinois iud and general oes for the
Of ~ business appesning thereto within die Limits q ne Stats
All transactions relative 10 the purchase lands
Ing lands and rsporng their loston paying
ing and selling all descriptions State indet every
extended scale will be promptly faithfully attended TO-
Hf- RRFERKseEsi aa
Meesrs. Daiiendon \ Niles, Washington city.
- 4, gowdy Co., Louisville, Kentucky. g..
Thomas J. Reed, esq., le I" t.il .s#tNEsiH..
ass :s.; sysl.. . 90, 81 Louis, Missouri
John M Winner, esd, - -
His e1eellency A. q. French, governor Of Illinois
Hon. Thomas II. Campbell, auditor tF
John Moore treasurer
AZ g Lyman Trunibul, I" " Ea 9t
Messrs Wadsworth sheldon, New York city. s,..
David Leaviti, esq.,
g. Bartlett, esq, No. Front street., Z" :" ts .m
Gen. Robert Patterson, Philadelphia.
Gen. Adam Diler 'a .4ir7s
Jos. l.. Chester, esq, sa... .
Col 3. W. Black Pitsburg Pa.
Gen. Caleb Gushing, Boston, Mass g#H e..
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Henry Il. stone, I" " .## a.4s N
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