The New York herald., 1851-08-19


stirred to its nmost recesses by notes of prepare
tion that shall usher in the entertainment designed,
Tor religions sake, by beings as gentle as
ITSELF and whose hands and hearts are ever open
the day to melting charity. So you see how gay
and joyous gldes away this life in fairy land
Yesterday was the time ultimately arranged Tor
general picnic The clouds and rain OF she pre-
cedng day has compelled the event one day Tor.
ward and the bad reputation of Friday was cheered
by entertaining, for this once at least, happy oc-
currence. Some doubts had diifused themselves as
to the success Of the undertaking. The last had
been failure. Gentlemen had been quarrelsoms-
ladies had proved petulant; and the sun and the
shade, which so sadly disturbed their gentty once,
would not on this occasion prove more mannerly,
pienic must necessarily fail. But strong hearts,
inspired schemng heads, and willing hands soon
rolled back the cloud Of apprehension and with the
sun OF Friday arose the fame of Fridays picnic
Lake, was the cry; and to the Lake-to the Lake,
they went. The prancing of the horses kept glib
accompaniment to the smacking of whips, and
the admonitory cries of the Jehus ludicrousy
piended with the lutte string phrases of social gal
lantry See how well Mrs j ascends her cha
riot; with what matron grace she contemplates the
clustering beauties at her side, and bids that the
horses move. Then starts the gallant Col. NJ, in
carriage richly ladened with female grace and
charms. Mrs. u departs, her lovely daughters
still adding to their mothers bloom. But see the
dashlng W. stops the way, and handing bloom
ing Hebe, he accepts the reins and degns to preside
over the PAGES Of the pair that now hasten dust
compelling to the Lake Here hurries on the
throrg-eyes flashing, aounces flowing. and voices
meoaious wlta Joy Away tney go; oIass ,hat ca
toga boasts, while crowd Of admiring spectators,
on the piazza above, stand sentinel to the sport
Here they are again-carriage after carriage de-
posits its precious burden, and the shores and To-
rests Of the lake take up the pleasures, and echo
them to envyng groves beyond The Lake House
is abandoned to the jewellers, and every pre-
sents gay parterre OF beauties from every CLINE,
Mr. c., of New York, announced wha. capacities
for pleasure the place possessed. There was the
polka and the band for those whose feet preferred
the dance; and green lawns and forest paths for
those whose eyes loved nature or whose ears loved
to drink In "the tale by moonlight alone" Yon-
der at their feet reposed the waters, and at the
strand lay boats, to tempt the adventurous belle to
persuade her beau into row, while snugy sconced
beneath the bank stood q long, low black, aud sus-
picious looking building, the rumblng thunders
from which indicated bowls and tenpins for the
crowd. Through the open easement, on the lawn
enshaded, he directed their pleased gaze upon the
tables set, and mysteriously informed them that at
three cloek-half after-there. in the presence of
all, Mr.. W., of New York, presiding, there would
be certain dssecting operations performed, under
the inspiration and direction Of that Vulgar fellow,
yclePt appetite, but which he dared not more par
ticularse. The company we're quite satisfied, evil
IDENTIFY having taken hint.
SO at it they went,-and such dancing-such
polking, playing, laughing, romping, (ye gods for
bid) those confines never saw nor heard before.
Ere they knew IL, dlnAer was upon them; and,
marching to the onset, "sonorous metal all the
while blowing martial sounds" in q twinklng
they were seated at their soup. To the graceful
Madame D., of Caba, was assigned the post of
honor-while all about her thronged the beautiful
representatives Of Spanish lovliness and chivalry.
Miss of the flashing eye, and Miss E., of the
alluriDg lips, were there. AT another place of
prominence, was seated Col NJ, whose peasantres
shook the table; around him were gathered a
bouquet Of flowers; the Misses B., of New York,
shone conspicuous by their attractions Mr.. D., of
Boston, was at one end Of second table, presided
over by Mr. w, of New York; here were seated
some Of the ladies of whom the country is most
proud,-the aristocratc Miss j., attractive and
impressive-Mrs. B., the originator and executrix
ofevery scheme OF pleasure. The literary and gay
Of her wealth of beauty; and New York city,
sent there Miss H., the blooming daughter of a
house whose name decorates the annals Of the
usual, tastefully arIayed; Miss McC., winning by
her pensive smile; Miss W., of the dark and ex-
pressive eye; Miss l., Of refined and intellectual
look; and, among the rest, there sat, in exquisite
costume draped, Miss B., all unconscious of the
sweetness that inclined, and the fascination Of the
stately beauty, that secured all hearts to her
Then came toasting, speaking, and cheering, till
sae echoes no., b rang sSa M a. Of h New Yok
w, Of New York; and so, too, MIR. D., of Boston,
aud DR.. b, Of New York, and Mr.. W., ofV rginia,
all were on their feet responding to the toasts pro-
posed and drank. Reference to Massachusetts,,
called out Mr. o., Of Boston; and never did the
kind, amiable, and true gentleman, so conspicu-
ousy appear, as in the language and spirit of that
descendant Of patriots, and parent Of two Of the
loveliest Of those who listened to his words. But
must stop. How good were the speeches, rumor
may tell; have not heard. How good was the
company, have endeavored to describe. How ex-
cellent was the feast, report speaks raPturously.
They arose-and then, boating, and rambling,
ard bowling, and renewed dancing, beguiled the
hours till late night returned the strsgglers home to
the United states and the ball, to tell the
Il. II u. -. r
day without shower, and night withou. old.
Indeed, Mr.. Editor, was this pleasant thing.
wish you had been there to sec all that was done,
and hear all that was said; ! am sure you would
Mainly through the instrumentality Of Mr.. c.,
was il projected and executed. Mr.. ID. heartily
Co operated, and Mr. w. added his powerful assist
ance. How could it have failed, with such a com
pany TO compose excursion of pleasure, and such
a company TO accomplish IL. If not too tiresomc,
you shall again hear from me, here.
ALPHA.
SARATOGA SPRINGS, August o, 1851.
TIE People at Saratoga-1He United States Hofd--
The Belts-Grand Amatar C0noot on Behalf Of
Tiro Chrohes- Pleaspres in Prospect, &c.
SiLee ! left New York, have been staying at
this delightful place, where the braeing, delicious
air seems almost to convey new lease on life.
am at the "United States" one Of the best hotels
and kept in the best order, Of any one have ever
visited. 1t is now overfowing with its accustomed
summer population. / suppose fashion will claim
this week and the two next as all her own In.
deed she may well do so, for he rich. the gay, the
beautiful, the intelligent, the literary, the scientific,
the distinguished, from all quarters Of our country,
are represented here Mexico, Cuba, and other
foreign States, contribute also to the agreeable
variety.
As to the bellies, it may be inyidious to particI-
larire where 80 many are lovely. At one time,
think the digni6ed, hne looking daughters Of Nat
chez bear the palm; at another, that those Of Bal
tlmors ard Wilmington, with their winning smiles,
are entitled to that distinction. Then comes New
York. with all her witchery; and Boston, With her
youthful isscination-so that, as my admiration in
creases. ny Judgment becomes oew.ldered, aud
end il quite impossible to decide who is par erceL
Lu., lhl l..Il.