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Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15
4 days later from England.
New York. Sunday evening,
August lllh, 1850.

The steamship Pacific arrived at this
polt about 10 o'clock this evening, from
Liverpool, wh;ch pot she left on the 3lst
uli.
The Pacific brings a. passengers.
HAvRE, J"ly 2oth. The cotton market
WAS extremely dull on Saturday last. Yes
terday it became more animated, and 1900
bales changed hands at low rates.
ENGLAND.
Nothing of importance was doing in the
House of Lords. In the Commons, on the
30,h, SiI Robert Peel took the oa,hs and
his seat. Baron Rolhschlld also presented
himself, and on being sworn, omitted the
words u On the faith of Christian which
gave rise to a good deal Of discussion, and
the matter was postponed till Thursday
The news of the arrangement of the
Greek question wac received in Greece
with unbounded joy.
There is no news OF interest from France,
but business continues active.
IRELAND.
The patriarch Dorner died lately in Xii
dare, aged 1873
DENMARK AND THE DUCHlES.
Accounts state that on the 25th The
troops of Scleswig- hols,ein aid those of
Denmark, had an encounter. in which, af.
ter eight hours hard fighting, the Danes
gained decided victory Advces Of the
eth say that the SchIeswie -Holsein army
was encamped at Schestedr, 25 ,0o6 strong,
ready for another engagement.
HAMBURG, July 27th.--The killed, mis-
sing and wounded, in the battles between
the Danes aud Holsteners, are row stated
at 1000, the most of whom are Danes.
ROME
An attempted assassination of Col. Ne
doni, has led to the discovery of conspl-
Iacy Of much importance.
RUSSIA.
A terrible and destructive FIRE has reduc-
ed the city of Samara, government of SIM
blrsk, to ruins 33 stone houses, and 4S6
houses built Of wood, were destroyed, with
the church and many public buildings, and
1876 corn ma sznes.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

n Our readers will remember COM
munlcailon which we published, few DAYS
ago, IN regard TO The existing necessity Of
some safety guard a, the Beach, for The
protection Of ba,hers. For several day.
there has been 4 strong urder-curreni, or
something Of ,ha, kind, which has pre-
vented many strong men from reaching the
shore, although they Lad no, ven,ured ou,
very far. Ropes nigh, be arranged so that
persons in danger could take hold Of these
and reach the shore, or, at all events, hold
on until help went to their assistance. This
might all DO done at a very small expence;
and We urge upon the Town Council the
importance Of lis immediate action in the
matter. II this precautionary step is no,
speedily taken. we fear that there will be
some serious accident and perhaps loss of
lie. while the crowd Of persons are bath.
ing in lhe surf. Whatever is done should
be attended TO without delay, as the seas
on is very short, and The danger great.
|. would be sad thing for any one to be
drowned while bathing aud five persons
to our knowledge, have barely escaped
within the last eek. We trust that the
Council will give this matter their a,,cn-
tion al once.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

BEAUTIFUL PHENoMENoN.-The Hs.
gerstown Peoples Own" says that
one Of the most beautiful sights ever
beheld in that section OF the country
was witnessed by number Of the ci,i
zens of that place on Sunday last.
About l2 o'clock, two rings, having
the colors Of the rainbow, re obscrv.
ed around The sun. The inner ring
was much the brightest, and was "a.
enough from the sun to be looked upon
for a short time, with the naked eye
The outer ring was not so bright, but
was about as brilliant as nm ordinary
rainbow. There were light heecy
clouds in the atmosphere a, the time
the rings appeared; but the clouds be-
coming heavy they disappeared. The
rings were visible for nearly an hour.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

INVITATION To Ma. CLAY.-Thc Mayor
and Aldermen Of Buffalo held special
meeting al The Council Chamber, on The
ed inst, when the following resolution Of
fered by AID. Park, was unanimously
adopted -
Resolved, That the city of Buffalo here
by invites Henry Clay to visi, Them on his
way home from Congress. Regarding
him as one of the great and pure men of
the nation, the city, without distinction Of
party, will be glad Of the opportunity to
testify their high opinion of The great tai
en-, and elevated public spirit which have
characterised Mr.. CIays course in the
present Congress.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

ACCIDENT AT NEWPORT. A correspond
ent Of the Tribune, in announcing the arriv-
rival Of Mr. Clay at Newport, communi'
Gates the following painful incident -
A poor woman, with an infant in her
arms, was trying TO get q sigh, at the great
statesman, and while straining her Dyes in
,en,ly in the direction whete he was, re-
gardless Of every thing hut,he object Of her
eager vision, the horses of hack wheeled
suddenly about, Knocked the child from her
arms, and ,rampled its brains out, in
manner most shocking 10 behold - Com.
Ado.
This may all be true, hut we have not
helrd Of any such catastrophe IN This vicp-
i,y.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

GtMany pieces which are performed by
the GcrmanIa Musical Society have been
pub 'ishcd, and may be- obtained at Tilley $
Newspaper Depot, opposite the Pos, Or
fee. A number Of these ale by Mr.. +.
b. Helmsmulier; he is gentleman OF rare
musical Talents, accomplished in The refine
men,s OF life, and has always mingled in
the best society. lie has been an exten
sive trave Ter, and is nan Of many ex-
cel'encies. He is tie Agent of the Ger
mania Musical Society.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

G% II will be seen by the advertisement,
Of Mr.. Wallace in another column, that on
account Of the large number that have ex-
pressed wish 10 attend the Concert, he
has been Obliged to engage the Dining Sa-
loon Of the Ocean House, instead of Ocean
Hall, at which place i: was first announced.
lie will be assisted by his sister. Madame
Waaca Bushele aud Madlle Helene Stop
eI, We have no doubt The Saloon will be
well filled.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

Miss Louisa Dwight Bancroft, aged
II years, only daughter and eldest
child Of George Bancroft, late minister
to England. died at Springfield, on
Friday, the 9th. She wss," says the
Republican, lovely, interesting and
accomplished young lady. and had
been visiting in the family Of her uncle,
Mr.. Bliss. in this town, for some few
weeks. She was in robust health until
within a few days Other death. Many
hearts, far and near. will sympashize
with the relatives in the deep and sad
affliction that has so suddenly come
upon them"
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15
THE TIMES newport R. THURSDAY MORNING. AUGUST Is 1850

lD"The Opsimisl" is the til, c ola real
ly charming book, published this year by
Putnam of New York, from tho pen OF Hen
~ T. Tuckerman We need not tell any
one Who is at all acquainted with the liter
aIorc of the day or Of his country that
MIR. Tuckeru an is fine writer. We use
tho phrase in no parro, like way. We
mean by Zinc wriler," fine thinker and a
fine spiri, as well as fine chooser Of words
and framer Of sentences. This is jus, the
book for The summer reading Of parlour
and arhour- light enough for summer
moons and solid enough for winter even
ings. The title by no means promises the
treat which the book furnishes. The word
Op,lmist' suggests system Of heorti-
cal philosophy a doctrine that all is ordered
for the hest or, as DR.. Paley defines il,
that no better plan can be conceived Of than
God has made. Mr.. Tuckerman, we sup
pose, means by Op,imist simply one who
makes the hes, of every ylhing, looks on the
bright side of it and, to use The common
expression, takes 1t By The right hande.-
The book is, in fact, a beautiful string Of
chapters on the Poetry of Philosophy and
of every day life. A few of the headings
of the several papers will give an inkling
of the range and attraciveness of the ad-
thor's discussing, Travel :" L" Music y
" Conversation :" Walking" A chap
ter on hand" " Eye-langusge :" A
Presidential Inauguration" "The rationale
of Love"
We recommend the volume most hearth
ly to our readers. 1t is full of the I" spice
of life" The style is exceedingly picluI-
esque and The reader is furnished with con-
versa,ion, music, travelling and sigh,-see-
ing OF The choices, kind in these full and
brilliant pages.
The Optimist may be found at the book
stores of Mcssrs. Barber and Peek.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15
From the Boston Bee.
NEWPORT, August 9Th, 1880.


Hon. Henry Clay arrived here this nora
ing, in tha steamer Empire State, from
New York. Notwithstanding it was as
late as half past two o'clock, in the norn-
ing, when the boat reached the wharf, q
vas. concourse Of people assembled to give
a cordial welcome TO The illustfious Slatcs-
man, and all the passengers on the steamer
gathered around the platform to catch
glimpse Of the noble and good old man. as
he passed from the steamer to The landing.
He was conducted TO private carriage by
several personal friends, among whom
observed Gen. Leslie Cooms, OF Kentucky,
and Mr.. CraRston; editor Of the Ncwpot
News. Mr.. Clay has taken rooms at the
Bellevue House, and contempla,es passing
iortnigh, here. | had the pleasur, Of
seeirg him this morning, ard rejoice TO
find him in so excellen, health, although he'
looks feeble and bears evden, marks of his
laborous duties at Washington. A few
days at Newport will fully restore his phys
ical strength, and enable him to return,
with renewed vieor, ~ Ile scene of polhi-
cal strife. A large number Of gentlemen
waited upon the distinguished Senator, This
morning, among others, Gov. Anthony, Of
Rhode Island Prescott Hall, Esq, Of N.
York Maj. Sherman, Gen. Coombs, Of
Kentucky, and several young gentlemen
from Boston, whose names did not learn.
Yours, &c.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

The Rev. Gardi ner Spring, d. ID. as
tor of the Brick Presbyterian Church in
New York preached his fofie,h annual
sermon on Sunday week. Towards the
Concl aston OF his discourse the venerable
divine briefly referred to the history of his
ministry, and with much feeling said that
lie was a, that moment addressing the
children and grand children Of his frs, pa
rishioners. Advcr,ng 10 his own personal
connection with the Bick Church, over
which he has been pastor forty years. he
stated that in the course of his m;nis,ra-
tions he had preached more than 5000 SER
mons of which 1000 were written dis
courses, and had published eleven octave
volumns that the number of members con.
nectcd with the Church during the period,
was 2,672, the number of bapllsms, l,34o,
and The number OF marriages, s75.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

DpWe are frequently indebted to the
gent!cmanly clerk ofthe Perry, Mr.. Stan
kope, for those favors which nobody better
than an editor knows how to appreciate,
and which nobody better than Mr.. Stan
hope knows how to grant. Mr.. 5. is al
ways polite and accommodating to those
who are ,hr,wn in his way, and who know
enough Of the rules of eivili,y to treat him
aud his office with ,olerable respect
Those who are too stupid or too overflow.
ering for this, generally learn something
of another par. Of his composition before
they have made much headway. Some
of the pompous officials a, Newport, who
have imagined themselves little less than
emperors 10 authority, on shp-board or
ashore, have lately verified this remark and
ought to feel very thankful for the lesson
taught them. PROP. Post
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

G5-We happened, a. the Capitol yester-
day, 10 mee, the venerable Geo. w. p.
Gusts, Of Virginia, who had just been 10
pay his respects to the thirteenth Presi-
dant Of the United States, all Of v hom he
has personally known and been known TO.
This venerable gentleman. though stricken
in years, is, we are happy TO say, sill hale
and hearty, We presume there ale very
few other men living who have shaken
hands with every President Of the United
States. Int.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

o. Among the distinguished strangers
10 our town at The present momeLt, wo
are happy 10 announce the arrival yeser.
day, al the Bellevue, Of Col. Van Allen,
tho Charge d'Affaires q, Ecuador. Col.
Van Allen has been successful in his mis-
sion, and returns home just at the momen,
Of his unanimous confirmation by The SEN
ate. The place which this gentleman held
in the warm affection and regard Of Gener.
al Taylor, 10 the best proof Of his worth
and character As bis brother, Mr.. James
II. Van Allen, is about 10 erect an ole
CANT mansion in Newport, we hope we
shall often zee The Colonel In our ,ovn.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15
WANTED, A WIFE.

The undersigned. citizen Of The Island
of Rhode Island, Of the aGe Of about 55
years, in sound health aud comfortable cir
cumstances, wishes 10 form matrimonial
connexion with a woman of respectable
character character and kindly affections.
She must not ne over so years olJ, mus,
know how to bake jimmy cake, cook a
heef>teak, wash and mend shirts, and darn
stockings, aud perform other household du-
ties. To such woman the undersigned
offers himself None other need apply.
JOHN DENNIS.
Portsmouth, r. l., Aug. 8, 1850
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

10 saPplicate His mercy to proclaim HIS
truth; SO on many succeeding Sabba,hs
Al M dap, my lwA litss as,smble
within this temple, still TO do their duty
as Witnesses Of their God. May ihe blss-
sing Of our God, res, upon you, each and
all Of you, ever and ever, Amen.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

FusEnAL SoLeMslriIs ~ Bosros The
gsnera-in chief, General Scott, has ordered
the Company Of Ligh, Artillery under Bro
vet Major Sherman, Stationed at Newport,
R. l., to participate in tn, funeral solem-
mites here in honor Of The late Presideni.
The Company of MAJOR Sherman forms
portion Of tbs Sd regiment OF artillery,
which included Cap,sin B'sgs,s Battery
Boston Post
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15
ANOTHER GoLD MINE IN GEoRGII

ANOTHER GoLD MINE IN GEORGIA.
We learn from the family Visitor
that gold mine has been discovered
on the land of Dawson Law, OF Morgan
county, Georgia, which promises to
yield an abundance Of this precious
metal. Mr. Law states that man
can easily make five dollars a day, by
digging; particles the size of a pea are
found in abundance.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

aJA great deal OF uuhappiness is caus-
ed to us by paying too much attention to
what others say and think of us. He is
an arrant coward, who, Conscious Of doing
right, fears to have the censure Of the
whole world. Whether we do well or i'll,
Others will still form wrong estimates Of
our motives attach blame to US for doing
deeds of which we have no reason to be
ashamed.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

! notice that in the
statement of the ringing of the various
bells in Newport, published in thi, days
Mercury, the ringing Of the bell OF The
steamer anonlcu," is omitted, that O
the bell Of our worthy Town Ctier, the
be lsefor meais al oar various Hotels, and
lastly The perpetual, joyous, ringing laugh
OF our far fsm4d beauteous Ne,rport Bellies.
Aug. 10Th. CHIMES.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15
MANcHEsrER's DAGUGERREAN Gal

MANcHEsrER's DAGUGERREAN GAL
LERY, corner Washington Square, is
among the most attractive places in
this city. The specimens exhibited
by the Messrs Manchester cannot
be exceIled by any artist in this coun-
try or Europe. This is our opinion,
and we express it without the fear Of
contradiction. Persons visiting our
town next week should not fail to call
at the above establishment.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

Ou.Mayor Bigelow, as Chairman of the
Committee of Arrangements, has addressed
a letter to The Hon. Henry Clay, a, New
port, inviting him 10 be present, and par
'lcipate in the obseques on Thursday
nex', and Francis Briuley, Esq, President
Of the Common Council, left yesterday for
the purpose of personally delivering the
et,er to MIR. Clay.-Bosion Atlas.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

The TRipusE BLOCK The New York
Tribune leans from The returns Of the CEN
sus ,aker of the Fourth Ward Of that city,
that there are thirty dis,inc, periodicals. is
sued from The Tribune Block (bounded by
Chatham, Spruce, William and Frankfort
s,reeis) which, together, send forth an az
gregaie Of I5,439, 400 sheets in The course
ofs year.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

GEN. TAYLoR's FORTUNE, in bank
stocks and other property, is stated by
his pecuniary agents in New Orlean,
to be 100000. They say that he
never gave a note in his life, and died
without owing a dollar.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

FRAcTRIcIpE BY A GOVERNOR Late in
teligencs from Port au Prince states that
brother Of the Governor of that Island had
been taken out by the Governors orders,
and publicly shot for speaking openly
against the Governor and his proceedings.
The lraclricide took place on the 18th
ult.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15
PHILADELPHIA, Saturday, Aug. 10.

One Of the new Custom House Stores
in Dock street, below Second, fell this
morning with terrific crash, while the
men were engaged in hosting goods into
ono Of the upper stories. Fire men have
been already dug from the runs, badly in
jured. Two of whom have since died al The
hospital
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

THE Status OF Mn. CALHous.-The
box enclosing the statue has been discov-
cred IN the wreck Of the Elizabeth, bu, has
not yet been raised there is no doubt,
however, Of it's being recovered.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

Henri Herr j. now giving Concerts in
the Western provincial otits Of Mexico
with great success. He was TO have per-
formed at Mexico, but the cholera fright
ened him from his purpose. He is going
to Lima
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15
GENERAL ASSEMBLY.
WEDSEspAY, Aug. 7.

"WEDNESDAY, Aug.7.
The House me, at 10 O'Clock. Petit
ions were presen'e and referred.
Acts in relation TO search warrants and
uvcnile offenders, was referred to the same
committee.
Petition of Julia A. Fits, for leave 10
file petition for divorce, was referred 10 tho
same committee.
Mr.. Cran,ton moved tha, the Committee
on Peeg Almy's petition have lsave 70
take from The Senate the report Of a former
committee on tho Old State Debt. This
gave rise to an nexcling debate, chiefly per-
sonal, betw een Mr.. c. and Mr.. Updike.
Mr.. Boswor,h moved to lay the motion
on tie table. Nega,ived-ayes %, noes
30
The question was then taken on tho mo.
ton of Mr.. Crans,on, and The motion pre-
vailed
The Act to incorporate the Woonso-ket
ULivn Railroad Company, came from the
committee amended, and was passed-aye
AZ, noes IL
The Committee on a new State Houss
made report, ..aud to-day was assign
ed for its consideration.
The House then adjourned ill to-day
at 0 o'cluck, A. NJ.
THuRsDAY, Aug, Q.
The House met al 9 O'Clock. Mr.. Wat
son G. Haynes was allowed the use oi tho
Representative Hall, any evening this week
to addr, IS the people on the subject Of dog
gipg in the Navy.
Petition Of Henry Jefferson for liberation
vas granted.
Per,i,ions for liberation of Henry and
Edwari Freeman. were also granted.
Petition Of Dennis Driscoll for Liberation
Of his wife. convicted Of robbery, aher de-
bate, was not granted
Resolution of Mr.. Updike, ins,ructing
the Judiciary Committee to inquire into The
expediency of allowing the city Of Provi-
dence to establish and have sole control Of q
police court, paying all the expenfes Of tho
same was adopted.
jeremiah Sullivan, petitioner. for liberia
ton, had leave to Withdraw.
Petition of John Ilsskias for liberation,
was no, granted.
The trial Of the docked Of private pe,i.
lions were reformed to appropriate commit
ties.
An act in amendment to the &C, for the
relief, employment, and removal Of the poor,
was ofIel ed by Mr.. Cran.tcn, and referred TO
the judiciary committee.
The report Of the committee on the pro
ject Of ne " State House recommending
the building of House, to be used by tho
city Of Providence and the Safe, and 10 be
located in the Cove a, Providence, at cost
of Sl76,97s. was taken up.
After considerable debate. the report was
laid on the table, on motlon oi Mr.. z. n.
Hazard, who offered the following resolu.
tion :
Resolved, Tha, j, is expedient 10 erect
a new Court House FOR The county Of Prov
idence.
The debate was continued for some ,ime
after which the vo,u was taken and the
resolution was adopted, ayes 81, noes 29-
Reso' uiion appointed committee to 10.
quire whether the Mount Vernon Bank had
forfeited its charter was adopted.
WIN. ). Humphreys had leave to adop'
a child.
a large mass OF business was handed
.ycr 10 the appropriate committees, sfsr
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

The Cincinnati, Commercial states tha,
Mr.. Dick was tlken with the cholera, and
apparently died, when he was laid out, the
coffin brought into the room, aud barber
sent for to shave him. During the opera
tou OF shaving, he opened his eyes, and
showed the barber away but the shock
was too great, he expired in abou; an hour
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

D. The second Sacred Concert by the
Germania Musical Society was given at the
Ocean House Hall on Sunday evening
1t was the best Conceu which they have
yet given. Their performance Of Aria No.
9 from " S,abat Mater" " Cujus amman
gcmentem," was most exquisite there
were strains " hich noa,ed over the soul,
as executed by the Germanans in their
most mastery style, like the sof. tones from.
angelic harps strains which can never be
forgotten, so long as memory retains its
peculiar power. These Concerts are week
ly becoming more popular, and are adding
sill brighter laurels to the Germanians. -
Their new leader, who has just arrived
from Germany, is an eminent musician,
ard composer of distinguished reputation
even in that land Of music and of song from
which he comes,
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

Bradford. Esq. lac Washington street,
Boston, for a pair of Editorial Scissors !;
they are exquisitely made, and cut like a
diamond. We have no doubt they viii
render II, very efficient service.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

D'ln Mr.. Haynes card, in Mondays
paper, among the credits for Iaoney re-
ccived, we should have named Guorge
Boarmsn, Of New York, instead Of Board
man
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

The British Empire, sii," ex-
claimed a John Bull to Jonathan" 10
one OH which the sun never scs."-
And one," replied Jonathan, " on
which the tnx gather never goes TO
bed"
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

Toast BY A SCHooLMAsTER.-T
fair daughters of America MAY they
add virtue to beauty, subtract envy
from friendship, multiply amiable ac-
complishment, by sweetness of temper
divide time by sociabiliiy and economy
and reduce scandal to its lowest denoni-
nation.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

The Police Of London have agreed
to devote half days pay towards the
fund for the proposed public monume n,
70 Peel, the fou der of the force.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-15

TPWe learn that Gen Tom Thumb
will visit this place in the course of few
days, for the purpose ofgIving The thous-
ands now here an opportunity to make his
acquaintance.