The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1852-08-04

existing state OF things, that this executive
power, in whatever hands 1t may be placed, should
be strong and effective. We are not inclined to
believe the report that Arsta has already made
overtures to the cabinet OF Washington to place
himself in their hands in consideration Of large
sum Of money, or that the Senate Of the United
States would sanction the appro priation of &c.,
100000 to policy which would commit the
Union to system OF continual interference in
Mexican affairs. The duty and the interest Of the
United States, well of Great Britain, is
to stand much possible aloof from this collapse
Of nation, but, at the same time, to take care
that the rights of foreigners in Mexico receive
more protection than the expiring authority Of the
government can now afford them
The Anniversary OF American 1nlepen-
dcnca In Liverpool,
From the Liverpool Times July
The anniversary of American Independence was
celebrated on board the United States mail steamer
Baltic Oh Monday, the 9th inst, in most agreea.
BILE and spirited manner.
The committee of arrangements consisted of ff-
teen men, that being tho number of States repre-
Sented among the American passengers. Ten diila-
rent countries found worthy representatives among
the foreigners, who partook in the ceremonies and
festivities of the occasion.
The noble ship was tastefully decorated with nu-
merons flags, which streamed in the breeze from
every part Of the rigging, the national ensign of
America and the union jack of England floating
peacefully together from the fore.
At noon, national salute of thirteen guns was
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propriate prayer to God was pronounced by the
Rev. Mr.. Barber of Missouri.
The Hon. Judge KING, Of Pennsylvania, after
few Introductory remarks, read, in clear and dis
1inct voice, the Declaration of Independence, the
great charter Of American liberty.
Mr. HoPPIS, of Rhode Island, the orator Of the
day, then delivered an address. Although he COM
menced with an apology, by abiding to the brief
tee. and to his delicate health he satisfied
all that no apology was necessary. The discourse
abounded with beauty, and the pathos Of the por.
lions in which the memory of our fathers was in
voked, and their deeds held up for example and adj
snration, was relieved by touches of humor and al
lusions to the circumstances and incidents Of the
voyage, which created perrinient and good feeling
At three o'clock the company sat down to mag
nifcent dinner Mr. Harrison OF Maryland officiating
president, and the Hon G. w. Crawford, Of
Georgia. Hon. Judge King, of Pennsylvania, Mr..
Rogers, Of Delaware, and Dr. Cruny, of Massachu
sets, Us vice presidents.
read: 'The day we celebrate May each anniver-
sary of this birthday OF our Union still find us a
united and happy people 1.-The memory of Wash
ington' Drunk standing, and in silence ssThe
Union Of the States the Keystone of our political
system-blay its duration DE permanent as time it
self, and perish but at Natures funeral pile" Mu
sic: The star. spangled Banner. "The President
of the United States-Hs administra ion has shown
the confidence of the nation to have been wisely i'm
parted and well merited" The Queen Of Great
Britain-The virtuous and enlightened head of
great and free nation" Music: God save the
Queen. .sFrance, our ancient aly-We remember
and acknowledge our obligations to her gallant sons
" The Queen Of Spain-She wears the brightest
jewel Of a monarch's crown: clemency. =
Earthly power doth then show like Gods when
mercy seasons Justice "The cause of liberty
Gke oppressors WISDOM "The Army ard Navy
of the United States Captain Comstock-The
accomplished seaman, and the courteous gentle
man. Such men give character to our country
Tha R0 mi had furpi chadE
palace; commanded and ofcered by scientific skill;
manned by crew Of hardy and gallant seamen-
she walks the waters like thing of life: honor
to those who designed the noble Ship to the libe-
rality Of the Ipropretors, apd to the nation whose
flag she bears" The Collins and Gun ard Steamers
Alike designed for warlike purposes, may they
know no rivalry except an honorable and generous
commercial competition; May their cannons never
be fired except in the salutes Of courtesy sWo-
mantle guide, the companion, and the solace Of
ife's pilgrimage"
These toasts were received with the customary
honors When the cheers had subsidized which fol-
Of the Queen Of Great Britain. FREDERICK SoLLY
HOOD, Eco, one of her najestys justices of the
peace, &C., responded on the part of the English
gentlemen on board, in an admirable Speech Of
which the concluding portion is annexed Sc May
The two flags of the United states and the United
Kingdom, floating, as they now do, side by side on
the toretopmast of your gallant ship, symbolic the
eternal union Of the two nations engaged the one
in the now continent the other in the old in the
advancement Of the cause which you celebrate this
day-the cause Of civil and religious liberty all
over the woodland, speaking one word for myself,
and from the manner which !, a stranger. have
been received by your people. can fearessly assert
that no man can visit your shores without finding
out that Brother Jonathan is indeed BROTHER
After the sixth, to France, Mr.. EDWARD BEGorEN
replied in brief and appropriate speech
The French gentlemen on board offered the fol-
lowing sentiments "The prosperity Of the United
States Of America the glory Of the age. As the
two countries become more powerful, may the bond,
Of cordial friendship which unite them, become
stronger with the lapse Of time"
Senior SANTOS ToRNERo delivered an excellent ad
dress in Spanish, when the seventh toast, in honor
of the Queen Of Spain, was read, concluding with
an earnest hope that perpetual and lasting friend
ship may ever exist between Spain and the United
states OF America.
Count PULzsKY made some eloquent remarks in
regard to the eighth toast, TO the cause of liberty
throughout the world.
Iientenant Fox responded to the ninth in the
name Of the United States Navy, briefly and humo-
gousy
Captain CoMsrooK replied to the tenth, express.
ing himself, as he always does, clearly, modestly,
and to the point.
Mr.. WILTON, at the request Of the ladies', made
an amusing reply to the thirteenth toast, to woman
After the conclusion of the regular toasts the
following were offered, in addition, by the Com
,nitce OF Arrangements " Mr.. Hoppin, Of Rhode
Island. the orator of the days may health and hap
piness attend him through the Old world, aud sue
cess and honor await his return to America.
. Lieutenant Fox, first officer of the Baltic-He
has won our respect as seaman, and our respect as
n gentleman. When at the post, he well deserves
that of Post Captain of the United States Navy
We that the stars and stripes of his frigatc
will never be dishonored.
At sunset, another national salute Of thirteen
guns was fired. A concert was then pertorlsed ir
The ladies' cabin and the vocal and instrumental
music of tho amateurs gave universal satisfaction.
The company then adjourned to witness grand
display of fireworks The ship was illumined with
blue lights, and showers of rockets filed the hea
vcps with new and beautiful consultations
The main deck had, in the meantime, been ar
ranged for ballroom, canopied and draped will
Gags, ensigns, and banners, and brilliantly illumi
mated in an extraordinary manner; u resembled
airy hall Old Neptune, who had been tossing IL