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Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08

HoMEs.- Homes are more often darken'd
by the continual rccurrehc of small faults,
than by the actual presence Of sny decided
vice. These evils are apparently Of very
dissinilar magnitude yet 1t is easier to
erapple with one Than the other. The
E,siern traveller can Combine his forces,
and hunt 'own the tiger that pro~ls upon
his path but he finds i, scarcely possible TO
escape the mosquitoes that infest the air he
brea,hes, and the fleas lba. swarm in the
sand ,ha, he iyeads. The drunksrd has
been known to ren,unce his darling vice
he slave to dress anl extravaganza, her
tbcse,ling sin but the waspish temper, the
irritating tone, the rude dogmalic manner,
and hundred nameless neg !igencies that
spoil the beauty Of association have rarely
done other ,han proceed, till the action Of
disgust and gradual alienation has turned
all the currents of affection from their
course, leaving nothing but barren track,
over which the mere skeleton Of compan-
ionship stalks along.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08

Ns~ Religious services we're held in the
Jews Synagogue, in this town, on Friday
and Saturday last, Dr.. Rhapall OF New
York, officiating. We understand that the
Jewah Sabbath will be observed at the
Synagogue during The season services
commencing on Friday evenings at l-2
o'clock IN Hebrew and Eng ish, and the
Ike services on The following morning at
half past O'Clock. This WAS quite an era
in the history Of this ancient town, as il is
nearly fifty years since services were
held there, except when the iuCeral li'es
were performed, occasionally, on some de-
scendeuis of the old Jew families who used
to reside here previous to The Revolution.
Several lines within our recollection the
Synagogue has been opened for such pur-
poses.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08

~ The complaint Of John II. Watson,
one Of the Wa,chmen Of this town, against
Mr. Stanhope, Clerk Of tho steamer Perry,
for an alleged resistance Of said Watson in
The discharge Of his duties as a Constable,
was tried, at considerable length, before
the Court of Magistrates, on Thursday
last.
The Court finally ordered or consented
to hear the case re.arpued, at the Town
Hall, this morning, al . O'Clock.
1t was admitted on the trial that Watson
was not charged with the execution of any
precept whatever, but was standing on the
Nharf, ly the landing place, with many
others, when The steamer Perry came in
about 8 p. NJ. As the passengers were
landing, and Captain WooIsey,. the COM
mander Of the boat, was assistll z the lady
passengers in landing, slight difficulty oc-
CURED between Mr.. Stanhope, whose spec
ia duty il is to see that no goods are taken
away before the freight is paid, and James
Clarke, formerly hand on board the iOat,
and, at The time of the difficulty, assisting
some of the hack-owners or drivers, OF was
seeking jobs to carry baggage. Mr. Wat
son, who had stood all The time near the
edge of the wharf and close by the gang
way, heard a boy say there was a ron on
board the boat. Watson then rushed on
board, elevated his slaG of Office, and com
manded peace, Clarke at the time being
several feet from Stanhope, and was cav
ing the boat, Somehow a clinch ensued
between Watson and Stanhope, neither Of
whom were injured in the least.
The punishment for the fence charged
is Imprisonment not exceeding one year,
or a fine no, exceeding fire hundred dollars.
This is very grave matter, and il the
powers and duties Of Cons,ables, and the
rgh;s of the people in relation to this sub
jcct, are not well understood in this COM
munity, as we had supposed they were and
had been for ages, lit is quite time, IN
view of what is almos. daily occurring in
the reforms which are now being enacted IN
our midst, that lhe people should give their
attention 10 the subject aud learn what is
required of them, by the powers that be,
if anything, in addition to what the laws
passed by the Legislature and published in
every newspaper IN the State, requires of
theu.
There has been good deal Of strange
lu,p laid down, since The pretended esOrm
commenced, and Cons'abes have even been
advised to take steps which they have no
right to, and which may yet place them in
a very embarrassing position their author
ity is not as limtless as the universe, by
any means
This case viii b. argued this morning,
by George Turner for the prosecution, aud
by II. y. Cranslon fr Mr.. Slanhope, and
We advise those of our readers who are at
leisure TO 30 and hear the arguments.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08
Dn. WEnsTER's PRoFEssoRsHIP.

Dr.. WEnsTEk's PRoFEssoRsHIP. -
II has been lately stated in some Of
the papers, that DR. Webster is still
Professor of Chemistry in Harvard
University. 1t is probable that the alb
sence Of the President and other off,
GERS of the Unversity--it being now
vacatlon-mny have prevented an offic.
ial contradiction of this statement.
The facts we understand, are, that
DIR Webster ceased to be an officer of
the University, soon after his convic-
tion. Before his trial, nnd while it
was pending, it would have been unbe-
coming in the Corporation to dismiss
him, as it was possible he might be in
rocent, and such an act might have
bad an improper influence on his trial.
On suggestion to him shortly after
his conviction, he readily resigned the
office, with all expression of gratitude
to the Corporation for not prejudging
him.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08
WASHINGTON, Saturday, Aug. 3

~ AShl ''ioN1 A"tuANhs, .Aur
4 report prevails tha, special messcn-
GER arrived here last evening from Texas,
with intelligence that fifteen hundred men
were organised and on march 10 Santa
Re. ] regard the whole story as unworthy
uf notice.
The nomination OF Mr.. Maxwell, co,lec-
tor oft.e port of New York, was reported
oPou fagorabiy, yesterday. 1t is low down
on the calendar, but Mr. Mdxwel's conhr-
ination IS certain.
The President has sithdrawn the name
of Mr.. Allen, nominated for collector Of
the port OF Buffalo, and substitu,ed that of
Mr.. William Keichum. This information
you may rely upon, although there have
h en- contradictions Of it, The nominations
wss referred to the committee on Com
!nerre.
The nomination Of Nj T. Cri,,enden,
for consul At Liverpool, is confirmed Sew
ersl others, Of minor importance, were con.
frln.d.
I am informed that the nominations for
the two vacs noies in the Cabinet, the Sec
retaries Of the Interior aud Of War, have
Teen agreed upon, and will be sen, in TO
,he Senate on Monday, but cannot earn
,he names Of the ger,!eGec.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08
TO The Editor ofthe BostJn Atlas ::

Having seen the name of Hon.
Albert Fearing mentioned as candidate
for Congress from Boston, have thought
you would permit an old sailor to make
a few remarks on the SUBJECT first of
all, there are bu, few men in the United
States who have taken 50 deep an interest
in the cause Of the Seamen as Mr.. Fear
him the manner in which their character
may be elevated, aud their condition I'M
proved. The general feeling in Massa-
chusc,ls is against The use of ardent spir-
It's end the lash in the Navy indeed the
whole naval code requires overhauling
very carefully, so as 10 preserve the essen
tial d scipinc of the service, secure 10 the
officers that prompt obedience which is ev-
ell necessary in man oil war,--as we'll as
secure to the sailors due protection against
the arbitrary power OF cruel and in udcous
men placed in command of ship, whether
she is large OF small.
Therefore, such a man as Mr.. F. is Just
the person to send to the House Of Repre-
seniatives, at the present time he is a
strict conservative tempered with mcdera-
ton and stice, well weighing every ques-
lion before acting, a merchant of extensive Q
experience, thoroughly acquainted with
that Leg 'slatlon necessary TO promote the
welfare of so grea, a city as Boston.
Having been Presiden, Of the Boston
Port Society, which, in connection with
the Seamen's Friend Society, has Already
done 50 much to improve the condition Of
the seamen, he understands their nccessi-
ties and would plead their cause in Con-
gress by taking the place Of Hon. John A..
Rockwell, Of Connecticut.
Should he be a candidate, think he
can rely on tho little support the poor sail
srs can give him A SAILOR.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08
CONGRESS-.
WAsniNcros, Tuesday July 30.

w AsHlNGToN, tuesuay Jury oV'
SrSATE.-.Mr. Davis presented the crc-
denlials If Mr.. Winthrop, who after being
affirmed TOOK his seat.
The report Of the Foo,e and Benton
committee was ordered 10 ie printed.
Mr., Benton moved The printing of The
testimony also, which aiier some opposition
was agreed Ia.
Mr. Mason sulmiiled joint resolution
declaring lie rcso u,lons Tor the annexation
OF Texas were conclusive evidence Of her
rights TO lerr iorial limits lbtrein desgna-
Ted.
The resolution WIS read twice and laid
over.
House The bill for Yves, Poin, appro-
praiiuns was read and referred
The special order, Icing the California
business, vas then taken up.
Mr.. Sebastian offered an amendment to
Mr.. Bradburys, removing certain resric-
',ions from commissioners; rejected without
division.
Mr.. Dawson offered an amendment lha
until tie boundary is agreed 10 by the u
ni.ed States and Texas, the territorial G ov
crnmeni au,hvriscd BY thisbill shill not go
into oppera,!on East Of The Rio Grande
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08
Speaker 0f The House Of Representatives..
WILLIAM X KING,
PIcSidSm ofthe Senate pro temyore
MlLLARD FILLMORE.
tPCBLrC-No. lS,l

AN ACT to regulate the terms Of the cir
cuit slr!c,s courts ol the United States
for the district of Ohio.
BE IL enacted by the Senate and House of
Representatives. Of The United STATES Of A.
me,ica ~ Con gresS assembled, That there
shall be he'd at the city Of Columbus,
Ia the State Of Ohio, two regular terms Of
the clruit and district courts Of the United
S,ales for tic district ol Ohio, in each year,
which shal! commence respectively on the
third Tuesday in May and The third Tues.
day Ia October, ~ each year, aud so much
of any law as requires the terms Of said
courts to be held in July and November,
respectively, is hereby repealed.
SEC 9. And be il further enacted, That
all i,sues n0w pending in either Of said
courts shall be tried at the terms herein
provided fol, and no process issued or pro-
ceed.ngs pending in either Of said courts
shal be avoided or impaired by this change
Of the time Of holding the same, but all
process, bail-bonds, and rccogn zances, re-
lurnabe at the next term Of either Of said
courts, shall be returnable and returned to
the court next held under this act, IT, the
same manner as il SO made returnabe on
the face thereof, aud shall have ful effect
accordingly.
Approved, Ju'y 30, 1850.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08

GAS we stated yesterday, the Jews
Synagogue in this town has no, been open-
ed for religious worship for about sixty
years, until Saturday last, when services
were he'd the.e by The Rev. DR.. RaphaIl
of New York. The Sermon was very ac-
curately reported by gentleman present,
and we shall publish i, as written out by
him, in the News, Thursday morning it
will be found an exceedingly interesting
and able production.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08

UrThe Germania Musical Society gave
the first OF lh'r delightful Sacred Con-
certs at the Ocean House Hall, on Sunday
evening ii was attended by large and
intelligent audience. and all were exceed
ngly delighted. The Germanans have
greatly improved, particularly in their en-
ecuiion Of Sacred Music, since last SUNNI
er. The musical genIns of these gentle
men is now fully appreciated, and sum
mer at Newport would really be quite in
different wiihuu, them, so much do they
add to he attractions of life here during The
fashionable season.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08
!rJ~ The GermanianS Will give a
Concert at the Dining Saloon of the
Atlantic, on Friday evening,

uJPMr. f. I. Russell was welcomed
on Non iay evening at the spacious Hall
Of the Bellevue House, by one Of the Iars-
est and most fashionable audiences ever
assembled in this town, on a like occasion.
Mr.. RS Programme was selected aud ar
ranged with much taste and Discrimination,
and The Poetry Of our Own aud foreign
authors, seemed 10 possess fresh inspiration
and new beauties as heard from the lips or
30 finished aud artistic i reader. The
shori scene from Hamlet, introducing the
" fair Ophe'ia," was touchingly given, and
the famed sollloquy Of Hamlet was spoken
with a calm dignity and entire absence Of
raining, which was well appreciated by
the discriminating audience. We, with
great pleasures, congratulate our talented
young friend upon his complete success
and predict for him name aud position,
second to none in his classic profession.
n.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08

4 RARE CuANcE.--Persons who desire
to stand chance of securing an exquisite
Musical Box, or splendid Jewelry, should
go to Messrs. Tisdale & Sons and secure
a ticket. This is very cheap way of oh
taiuing costly jeA elry they have the larg-
est assortment that we have ever seen, aud
much of it is to be dispo>eJ of in the man
ner which we have spoken Of.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08
MIR. EDITOR -

After studying the Congres sonal Reports
for the last three months, and deserving
how a irw obstinate u!,ras have embar-
rassed the progress Of Legislation, it is re-
ally quite refreshing to turn our eyes upon
lesser Conc'ave, and witness the surpris-
ing undnimi,y with which our Town Fa,h-
ers transact their Town Business, and the
various methods they have adopted, to add
To their own reputation, and 10 increase the
revenues of this fair town Act follows
Ac', in such quick succession, ,ha, the un-
initiated gasp for breath, and even Editors,
who know everything, are lost in astonish-
ment Il, the menlal capacity developed in
framing the same.
OF the many Acts which date their birth
i nee April smiled and frowned, tha, rela,-
ing to Dogs is one of the measures, which,
from the genIlemany manner and language
of the Officers intrusted with lis execution,
bids fair TO become a general iavortc the
inhabitants of this Town doubtless deem it
a privilege to pay their Dollar, and know
that in future their tavorites, Tray. Blanche
and Sweetheart, are under the immediate
fatherly protection OF The Honorable Cour-
Gil.
But one thing is lacking in this Law
that is, some legalized method by which
IL md a. hap b.,
may be advised Of any increase in the Ca
nine Population of this District
| would suggest Registry Of Births"
the same to be kept by the oldest member
Of the Council. whose duty it shall be to
require each individual owning a dog, to
cone uuder Bonds, in some suitable SUN,
that he will promptly forward 10 the Hon.
Council detailed iepor, of the number OF
Dogs born in his kennel, together with such
particulars regarding age, sex, name, ap-
pearancc and disposition, as will enable the
chief of Police, (who shall hereafter receive
the title of CAMS Maj,r,) to identity said
dog in all future days.
A Proviso, freeing dogs from taxation
until after they, or their owners get their
eyes open, would not in my opinion be out
of place. But above all Special clause
should be inserted IN the Act, and true
copy served upon each of the Police of the
District, detailing their several posts and
duties, in case there shoull ever be re-
currence Of tha, extraordinary phenomena,
viz: The raining Of Cats and Dogs the
former not being taxable, as yet, should bo
lett alone, bu, Of the latter, a strict account,
should be ren erred.
These arc but random suggestions thrown
out with the faint hope that some one Of
the Hon. Council may fnd time to read,
aud in consequence be moved 10 propose
the same to his fellow members when, in
accordance with their general asieemeni,
(Which is never 10 debate upon any subject,
or to oppose each o,her,) il will be uDani-
mously enacted, and thus add one more
shade to the intense adm ration with which
they are always regarded by their
BOSWELL.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08

There was caucus last night, which is
sitting also to-day, Of the Souirern mem-
bers, the objec, of which is to concoct a
territorial bill, and get i, through Congress
in advance Of the admission of California
II they can.
WAsnIsoTos, Monday, Aug. 3.
SEsArE.-Mr. Cass called NJ his reso.
luton and Nh. Davis spoke in favor Of a
more specific inquiry.
lie thought the exercise Of civil powers
sometimes necessary, AMI inslanced a mum
Der of cases.
lie also defended his associate officers
in Mex co and Gen. Tay ur against the
charges which have been made agans,
them.
MIR. Houston is now speaking.
HcusE.-Mr. Clingman called for The
yeas aud nays upon the pendinl motion,
which was for the suspension of the rules
to introduce the Calf b II.
lie a 50 moved a call of the House,
which was refused.
The rules were suspended by III to 50.
Mr.. Bajly moved that the House go into
FOmmiltee OF the whole.
Mr.. Carter called for the or!er of the
day.
MIR. Preston King demanded the yeas
AID nays which we're ordered, aud Mr..
Bayiy's motion was carried by 0s 10 so
. The House then TOOK up The post oili;e
appropriation bill.
Mr.. Campbell took occasion to speak
warmly in favor of protective tariff and
Of Whis policy in general
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08

A REVEREND GENTLEMAN IN TGouBLE.-
The Boston Trumpet, the organ Of the L.
niversalls's says the pastor Of the first u
inversals' Society in Lynn, the Rev. Oar
win Mott, has resigned all connection and
fellow ship with the denomination of which
he was a member, IN consequence of devel-
opements tending to imp'lcate him in a
very unfortunate transaction. The Temp
lalion under which he has fallen, says the
Trumpet, and the crime which he is said
to have committed are described in Prov,
vii, q %. 1t is a statute offence. 1t is a
greatest excitement in Lynn.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08

GIVE hope that the Gen eral A sse m
bly, will have but one session day, durn!
This warm weather ; they can commence at
and holl until org. This will give
the Committees ample time to mature bus-
ness, and, after all the real work is always
done by the Committees, and as they re-
port, the two Houses generally act. If but
one working session is had, during the
chief business hours Of the day, more will
be accnmpl shed than if the rwo sessions
are attempted, as usual.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08
Mn EDlruR:-
IL is known to many Of

Ii is known to many OF
the residents Of Newport, that on two ccca-
sions recently assistance was given to some
gentlemen Tho were bathing at Easton's
Beach and that such assistance was found
necessary not IN consequence of the mpru-
dence the ba,hers but because the force
OF the breakers had been unusually incfeas-
ed by previous storm. This occurrence
demonstrates the nece, slty of providing
suitable and permanent apparatus for the
safety of those who resort there for the
purposes of health or reircshment. | am
therefor induced respectfully TO ask the
attention of The Municipal authorities, or
The proprieiors or lessees, of the Hotels
and Bathing Houses 20 the subject that
such or!ef may be had separately or con-
unclingly as shall comporl with the claims
Of humanity aud the proper advantage of
Newport. | have oHly y to add, Mr.. Edi-
tor, tha; having conferred with a few OF
ny friends desrous OF providing suitable
apparatus and willing to contribute literally
for its purchase and maintenance, it was
deemed bcs, TO defer proceedings until 9th
ers had declined whose action IN the premi-
.es would b. more appropriate than our
own. Respectful ly yours, B.
Aug, g. 1850.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08
WASHINGTON, joy go.

AsHlNGT"S, Jn su.
Mr.. Bradbury's amendment Vas lost By
the accident of Mr.. Douglass being absent.
Mr.. Winthrop will certainly vote for The
compr, mise and il is thought that The bill
will prevail to-day.
SENATE. half past II Mr., Douglass,
aiicr cousI ting Nh Benton, moved TO take
up the California bill ard &c make i, the
special order
Mr. Pat, objected aud Mr., Downs ried
TO parry The motion, failing in which lie &C.
mondcd the yeas and nays, which were or
dered aud stood 2j 10 80 Lost.
Mg Douglass moved to take up the spec
ia order al l3 to-day, and continue II daily
until disposed Of.
Mr. Itch son moved Monday. The
yeas and nays were taken AID the motion
was lot, % 10 %. Mr.. Atchison said
that Sir ID Jug ASS motion would super
'sedc he co,npr tnise bll, which was in o.
Der for E o'cl,ck to-day.
Mr.. Hale said the compromise bill was
no, yc, enerossed,
Mr Foo,e wanted TO TAX. up Texas first,
Caliiu,nia could never pass.
Parliamentary measures elsew heie would
defeat il.
Mr.. Douelass's motion vas carried,
Mr.. A;chison moved that uhen they ad-
jJurn Il be ant Monday.
A fer some debate the motion was with
drawn, and the California business taken
Up.
Mr. Fooic asked il an order to strike on,
al after the enac,ing clause 10 insert diff
feren, suhjcc, was in order. The Chair
said yes.
Mr.. Douglass wished frs, to pc,icc, tho
bll. MIR. toole consented.
Mr.. Douglass moved an amendment res
pecting lands, &C., heretofore offered, TO
Mr.. Foote's amendment. Lost-35 to
80.
Mr.. Foote spoke warmly m the subject.
HousE.-Mr. White asked The consent
ur he House iog a commilcc of 81, to con-
suit and report upon the present excited
condition Of the state Of Legislation. OBJ
rciions we're made.
The rcr'r, upon bnting war steamers
Tor All lea to operate against the slave trade
and promote commerce, was referred 10 the
comlhlt;cc Of Il e whole.
-he committee upon tie Oregon land bill -
Objected tn.
Che biz for the re ici Of soldiers in the
Florldu ar,Was taken up and passed.
Mr.. Dler moved to 20 ulO committee Of
the whole on appropriations.
The Senate are not in session to-day
having adjourned until Monday.
HOUSE, After some uuimporiani pro-
tesdlugs Mr.. Daniels movei that the House
take up the calendar.
Mr.. Bailey moved Il a, the House 90 in
to committee Of the Whole upon tho state
of tic Unicn.
Mr.. Burt Inquired shat had become oI
the iortIicatiun till
The chair replied iha, it would come NJ
when he House should proceed TO take VI
The business which is nov upon tho Speak;
er's table.
The House then went into Committee o
the VIII &c, AID resumed the discussion o.
the Indian hill
Ale,srs. Brown, Of Mississippi, Fitch
Swee,zer, Chandler and Others, SPOKE up
on tie subject.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08

The MI>rTr Gus AT SKA. We learn
tina, the royal mail steamship Canada, when
about four hours out from, Liverpool, met
the Niagara, With the flag oi the ULi,ed
S ales a, half mas, al the tore. As the
Canada appeared in sight, the Niagara con-
menced firing minute guns. The two yes
sells then approached within speaking dis
lance, and the mouruiul intelligence Of the
Presidents death was communicated to
those on board tho Canada. The news
would be in London, probably, on the eve
ming Of the 20ih only II days after HE de-
cease, aud ai,hou, any previous warning
~ he illncss
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1850-08-08

UWe have many subscribers who
have never paid the lirsi cent for their pa
menr. They may consider It very pleasant
to read the paper every morning, without
paying for it,-but we rather differ from
them in this respect, at least as far as " e
are concerned. We now give notice to
all such dellnquenls that unless they pay
up promptly, they will find their names on
the back list, in the News, very speedily