The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1850-07-18


ANNIvERsARy OF PUTNAM LODGE Wssr FANS
Yesterday a splendid ceremonial came of at West
Loog GO No so. which was founded in 1S43. There
good gath, ring Of many OF the most distinguished
and the ceremonies were Of the most imposing de-
fcription special train took up the New York de-
legation among whom we noticed Mr. Lewis, Grand
Patriarch OF the Grand Encampment, and others.
The Deputy Grand Master; p. q. Pentz, Grand Sc
cretary; Grand Marshal w. d. Kennedy; p. G.
Hunt. and Others, of the Grand Lodge. Diamond
and Nspperhan Lodges were entertained as guests.
The New York delegation lett the city at 10 O'Clock,
aru we're received at by Putnam Lodge in
full regalia The procession was formed and under
the inspiring music OF Dodworth and Dingles superb
bands marshsled by T. II. Howell marched to the vi
lage of West Farms where the chief ceremonies of the
celebration began After prayer of invocation by the
Rev. Mr.. Rodmsn, of Grace Church, Pass Grsad N X.
responded to by the band Then came the Grafton, by
c. Edwards Lester the orator OF the day The
constructed in thick grove Of the bank
OF the Bronx, In a semicirculsr dell surrounded by
bold rocky lodges, On one Of which posted Dod-
worths band, while Dingie's rested on another; and
they responded to each in several beautiful airs On the
platform which raised high, and splendidly
msntsd were seated the grand officers of the Order.
the ch8pains and distinguished guests In front
prepared large number Of semicrc ulsr seats, which
were filled with the beauty Of Westchester; among
them noticed many of the most beautiful ladies OF
that region On such occasions, we know that no in
vidious distinctions should be made but We cannot
but alude to the brilliant Miss g. Tn, whose ra-
diaDt beauty, rosy and sparkling countenance, and
racy wit, won our entire admiration. Mr. Testers
Grafton all that could be desired expected
eloquent and touching eulogy upon General Taylor
which was warmly responded to- The address was as
dinner was done Justice TO- and it in eyery
Q sumptuous adsir) the procession formed, and with
an escort of most of the lades proceeded to Fodha
where champagne served to the party and several
cetilions danced TO the music of Dodworth's band
with occasional volleys from cannon which dug
up from the earth in West Farms few days ago. 1t
was gay and brilliant scene. Bright eyes flashed,
and warm glances cast all sides At last in
the grande ehcss when gee had reached its topmost
h.. W md n
fcampered the New Workers to the cars; and there
were flowers given and love gsnces received and at
least kiss two to the sweet rosy checked creatures
may again. The train stopped-all jumped
inthe ladies rushed to the balconiethe started
white kerchiefs waved-kisses sent wings Of
love-the old '76 cannon belched forth its parting
thunder, and poor married devils whiEziDg
hour No tribute hsueysr can do i"stse to the
Ne 50.
The suIrH RrGMrrr-This gallant regiment, known
the " Governors Guard,n commanded by Colonel
Peers, proceed this morning. at oclosk to the old
battle grounds at White Plains by the Harlem Rail.
road with their tents cooking apparatus, &C. requi
site for weeks encampment. On Tuesday next they
will return and join in the funeral procession for the
and remain till the period Of their encsmpment
pires Some sfthem viii be accom- panied by their ia
miles.
DEATH THE DEPUTY CLrRK THE Common Ceur-
ely esterdsy at half past O'Clock, Mr. g. I. Beck
man died of diarrhea. He has been for some time
laborng under the disease but took seriously i'll on
Monday. He was n young man, much esteemed by all
who knew him. and was particularly attentive to .he
duties of his office, filing 1t with great credit to him
intelligent. obging, courteous and gentlemanly In
his department.. He six years In Office and was
not removed by the wings en- coming into pswer.
GENERAL TAyLoR.-In obedience to instructions
received from Washington. half hour guns fired
yesterday from Fort Columbus Governors Island.
The national flag on the island was sus pended half
mast high. There also sixty-sx minute guns
fred at sunrise and sunset u mark Of respect for
the memory Of General Taylor.
wArrp THE wRoso MAs.-At 8 O'Clock yesterday
morning. an attempt was made by m an named Phil
lip Davis aide and assisted by William Thompson to
break open the window shutters Of the house No 2oS
Twelfth street, occupied by Mrs. Mccain who has
three gentlemen boarding with her. No doubt the
scounorels thought che all alone and that they
On tine n ss
Of ME- John Priel but he being awake, and hear
ing them lesped out Of bed and gave them chase IN
Bowery and Eighth street, shouting all the way
watch, !" and stop thief" The fellows were taken
into custody by two men, owing to the Of
Friel. 1t was lsughase to see him returning home
like model artist having nothing but his shirt.
Mr.. AsroR FIrrp DiRTv HouM.-wm. y. Astor
Of OF the houses In Spring street of which he
Is CONCENTRATING been notified by the City Inspector
to have the same clsansed. Every influence
brought to bear yesterday, TO have the nne removed
but In vain.
THE Fun OF rHE SEVENTEENTH wARp.-Tbis Is pre-
agrees about it. The slthiest part Of IT, too under
the very Of the police Garbage thrown In Fifth
street. from day to day and nobody Is arrested for IL
though that Is the special duty Of the police What
vigsnt officers they whose beat that 10 II all the
police efhcient. they do great credit to the
Mayor who has the appointment Of them.
Fmrs-At rine O'Clock on Tuesday evening, q Are
was discovered In the fancy store Of A. songer AT
Grand street 1t was extinguished with but triding
damage A fire occurred also on Tuesday evening. at
liz Goerck street caused by boy, through careless
ness ieniting come bed clothes. II also extin.
guished without much damage.
CoILIsos.-The steamer Isaac Newton, from Albany,
ran into the schooner Hero yesterday morning at the
sunk on Pier No. East river The tops Of her masts
are above water. She had a cargo of corn and aour
AccInrSr.-As the son Of Dr. Bedford was driving
accidentally ran his wagon against cart that was at
the time going In opposite direction. aud by the
collision thrown out Of his vehicle and had his leg
fractured between the knee ard ankle.
EmYIIE BseisE ConPAEv, No. 42-The members of
Empire Engine Company, No a. give . ladies soiree
and ball this evening. at their house, No. Murray
street, near Broadway. Tomorrow evening they will
receive their male friends at supper.
TBs LArr Far PHuApsLrurA The Coroner IL
ttin engaged In investigating the Of the late
fire explosion In Philadelphia There has nothing
yet been discovered calculated to crimnst any per.
sen. For the relief Of the sufferers, S4262 IS have
been collected.
OPENING OF the Fall Campaign. The
with Portrait and Life Of VIM Burton: artiess pa-
lie Amusements for the Fall sblshing the Third Tier;
Ihestres talked ofi amusng sketch q Great Dinner a.
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