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The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1852-07-30
A Singular Recognition.

ANEcporE OF GEN. ScoTT One of our
fellow-citizens, Jan industrious and we'll known
mechanic, whose veraciiy is unquestionable'
related us yesterday the following interesting
anecdote of Scott, which took place at Cleve-
land while our informant was resident of
that city. Gen. Scott was at Cleveland
part of the time he was sent on the impor-
tant duty of arranging the Canada difficulty,
by President Van Buren,. The morning af-
ter his arrival at Cleveland, he was walking
up street, when glancing his eye III paint
ing and glazing shop. well recollected by the
citizens of Cleveland, he saw the proprietor,
Mr.. Schencks. The General wheeled aid
marchedin:
"Good morning, Mr.Schencks," said he as
he took the paiEter's hand-"do you recollect
mel"
seen. Scott, I believe" replied Mr.
Schencks, "but how could you recollect me9"
"From having once before seen you under
no ordinary circumstances. The last time
saw you, vas in the hottest part Of the battle
of Lundy's Lane. Ofthree drums, two had
been destroyed by the fire of the enemy
But one drum was left, and for thatthe three
drummer boys were fighting, when cannon
ball killed two of them. The third one was
yourself!"
"True, true, every word of it," replied the
man with emotion.
"But, my brave fellow" said the General,
show did you lose your legs" observing the
mans deficiency of one limb
81 lost it at the battle of Lundy's Lane,
while carrying that drum ~
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1852-07-30
NEVy ORLEANS, July 2S.

NEw ORLEANS, July Is.
Market dull Ohio -four sells at 80 65 St. Louis % zoe
50 60 Corn is prime 55a Soc St Louis oats at
Soc Sales 50 bbls pork AT $40 so. Bacon ARM
sales Kentucky whisky ut Ia. Sales Rio coffee at e.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1852-07-30

CAss COME AND GoNE.-After all the flou-
rish made by the Free Press iii regard to the
meeting to be addressed by Genera, Cass
in this city during the week, no speech is to BE-
made by the General. He left this city this
morning for Washington. Old birds like
him are not to be caught with chaff. He
Has been sacrificed by his party to make
room for candidate never before heard of,
and he is not disposed to identity himself with
the fortunes of SO desperate political adven-
turer. So the Pierce mass meeting will have
to be post poned, or held without any coun-
tenance from General Cass. He positively
refused the meeting. This is most signfi-
cant D,trot Tribune.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1852-07-30

ns'A special correspondent of the New
York Herald, dispatched to Concord to make
researches into the history, character, man.
ners, &C., of the democratic candidate for the
Presidency, sends back the following astoun-
ding revelations:
81 will tell you an anecdote of Pierce,
which apropos to the senseless charge of being
an aristocrat. A few days ago he was in
company with two gentlemen from the South
and one of his fellow-citizens, who was an
honest fellow, but in uery plain dress, and
even out at the elbows, met him: upon which
General Pierce shoot hands with him in the
most friendly manner, Just as If he ras equal
IN station to himself. This is exactly his dis
position.
This is marvellous. General Pierce shook
hands with man in plain dress, "just as If
he had been "equal in station" to himself!''
If he had actually been his equal in station.
Pierce would have shaken hands width him in
just the same way. This wonderful; but why
did not this correspondent dwell a little more
definitely upon the difference Gin station
between this man in plain dress and Gen.
Pierce! Why did not Gen. Pierce consider
him his "equal !" Whit was it that ma le
the difference, and that therefore m de il
such matter of condescenson on the part
of the General to "shlke hands, with him !
These nice points of etiquette ought MT to
be slurred over Mad. Ban.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1852-07-30

MONEY IN RAILwAYs--The intire cost oil
the Michigan Southern and Northern Indiana
Railroads, will be $5,O00,0OO. 1t is, with its
branches, 3l3 miles in length. The entire
cost of the Michigan Central Road (202 miles)
will will be Ss,OOO,OOO, and yet these Sl3,
100000 invested in two parallel Rlilwdys,
net IL per cent interest. This simple fact
is worth volumes to show what favorable
located Western Railway pays. The Mill
waukie and Mississippi Road COCO miles in
lengthy can be completed with heavy rail
for 100000, and will thus cost less than
any 200 miles of railway in America, and W Ii
It once obtain business equivalent to fifteen
per cent on the investment.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1852-07-30

H6rnAe
5OOs 2 dog CT of for cash. ......73a
6uos 2 dog do do do ................. STA
sUOs p doz do do do ...... ...... :. 5ia
II The lower prices above generally, where price
are mentioned are for full packages and the higher 70
small who esale.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08

U5Of Mr.. Clay's domestic biogra-
ply we have said nothing. Very short
y after his removal to Kentucky, he
married Lucretia Hart, daughter of
|. Thomas Hart, Esq, prominent citi-
zen OF Lexington. Another daughter
OF the same gentleman was married to
Hon. James Brown, Of New Orleans,
Minister at Versailles during the ad-
minIs,ratlons Of Messrs. Monroe and
Adams. Mrs. Clay, who is now in her
list year, and in the enjoyment Of ro-
bust health, has been the mother OF elev-
EN- children, four of whom died in child
hood. Eliza, young lady Of unusual
PROMISE, was very suddenly removed by
death, in 1924, while en- route TO Wash.
ington with her father: and almost at
the same moment the afflicted parents
received intelligence OF the decease Of
another most interesting and accom-
plished daughter, the wife Of MIR. Du-
balde, OF New-Orleans. A third daught-
er, upon whom the fathers atiec tions
seem 10 have centered after the death
Of the other two, died in 1885. She
was married to Mr.. James Erwine, OF
Ne~-Orleans and her loss was blow
from which Mr.. Clay never recovered.
Or the five sons, the eldest, Theodore
Wythe Clay has been since boyhood, an
inmate OF lunatic asylum. Thomas
Hart Clay, born in 1909, resides in Ken
lucky, and ia engaged in the manulac-
,ure Of hemp. Henry Clay, jr., it is
hardly necessary to say, los, his life at
the battle OF Buena Vista, while fighting
chivalrously for his country. James b.
Clay aud John M. Clay, 'he youngest,
were both educated ior and we believe,
are now practising the profession of the
law in their native state. The domes-
tic relations ol the lamented dead, were
marked with the utmost felicity. Re-
vered, nay heartily beloved by the whole
neighborhood OF Ashland, that charm
ing retreat OF which every portion is sa-
cred ground, whenever an interval in
public duties offered, Mr.. Clay was
sure to hasten home where, surround
ed by "a many Of his family and friends
as could gather there, he enjoyed the
delights OF unrestrained social inter-
course. An equable temper, attained
by careful seli-discipline, and natural
and irresistible fascination OF manner,
made the statesman in retreat as inter-
estiDg as the orator in the Senate
His striking, anima,ing thoughts, al
ways found vehicle in voice, the in
tonations Of which, were the very melo-
dy of music. Thus in private, as in
public, the character OF The great man
was complete.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08
Mr. Graham's Letter OfACce. T.
:s9ECe.
VAsr.NGToN, June "a. 1859

VAS NGToN, June 81, 1852.
SIR:- am gratificd to acknowledge
the receipt oil the communication which
you did me the honor to deliver in Ie -
son on Yesterday, announcing my unan-
lmous nomination as the Wing candi-
date lor the Office of Vice President OF
the United States, by the National Con-
venton which recently assembled in
Baltimore, accompanied by copy Of
tie Resolutions OF the Convention upon
questions Of National princil les and pol
lcy.
| cordially approve the declaration
made by these resolutions. On matters Of
the most recent prac icaI Interest,"
They do but portray the conduct OF an
Administration oil the Government OF
which ior near two years have been
member On all other matters they
but reitcrate the doctrines and recon-
mendations held by It's Caiel in import
ant public communications.
Should the people OF the United
States give their sanction 10 the nomina-
tions OF your Convention, so tar us
shall be invested with authority, a faith.
iul adherence TO these doctrines may be
expected.
therefore accept the distinction, so
honorably rendered, with grateful
heart, but with unaffected diffidence. II
is n satisfaction, however, to know that
the place 10 which have been nomina.
ted is but secondary, and that for the
first Office the Convention have propos-
ed a citizen oI tried patriotism and vir.
tue, long and iamlllarly acquainted with
public affairs aud public men: safe
and sagacious counse lor, who has well
fulfilled every trust heretofore commit
ted to his hands, and who has iIlustta.
ted our history by eminent public servi-
ccs.
With my thanks Tor tie courtesy with
which you have honorcd me, in the ex-
eculion Of your office, and with the
highest personal respect, | ain your obc-
dient servant,
WILL. A. GRAHAM.
The Honorable J. G.. CHAPMAN,
President Of The Wig National ConrcH-
lion.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08
Letter from VIM. III. Seward.
We find the following letter in the
New York Times

New Iork Times
WASHINGTON, June Goth, 1862.
My DEAR Sin Your kind letter has
been received. II would be presum-
tuous on my part to suppose that any
President Of the United States would, at
any time, or under any circumstances,
invite me 10 a seat in the Executive
Council, and equally so to suppose that
the Senate ofthe United States would
advise and consent 10 such a selection.
Nevertheless, il there be one Wing vote
depending at this election on the ques-
ton you have raised, will not stand
on point Of personal delicacy in the
effort to save il. assure you, therefore,
with entire irankness, that under no cir
cumstances which have ever conceiv.
ed, or can now conceive, would | ask or
even accept any public station or pre-.
ferment whatever at the hands OF the
President OF the United States, whether
that President were Winfield Scott, or
any other man have ever seen or
known. In saying this, am only say
ing TO you what was well understood as
rule Of my conduct by the late and la
mented President Taylor, and has been
equally well known and understood by
Winfield Scott, from the first hour when
my preference Of himself as candidate
in the present canvass was fixed.
] am, with great respect and esteem,
your friend and humble servant,
WILLIAM II. SEWARD.
JAMES b. TAYLOR, Esq, New York.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08
BUFFALO, juno %.

DuFIALo, June ~.
A general gloom has prevailed in this
city since the intelligence OF the death
Of Henry Clay. The flags are all half
mast and many stores closed.
WASHINGTON, June 30.
Mr.. Clay was shaved about an
hour before he died. His last words, as
recollected by Gov. Jones, who was
present, were a request to his son TO fix
his shirt collar. About 90 minutes he
fore hls death, he said to his son "My
son, | am going, and you had better sit
by me-" He simply slept away So
quiet was his death that il was some
five or ten minutes before Gov. Jones
could satisfy himself that he was actual
ly dead. Tomorrow morning the re-
mains will pass into the charge Of the
Senate Committee, and they will deter
mine whether they shall be exhibited to
the public. Probably they will be-
The body will be removed TO Kentucky,
without being entombed in Washington,
and will be taken directly from the Cap.
itol TO the depot. Judge Underwood
will announce Mr.. Clay's death IN the
sDtbuAtl Nil' III Tic
House. Mr.. Clay had long been aware
that lie could not recover, but not n
murnur was ever heard TO cross his lips,
beyond the regret he ielt at the trouble
he supposed he gave his friends. His
mind retained It's clearn. SIS Til the last
but his body was SO wasted that he lay
Tor weeks rs helpless as an infant. His
cxpec toratiUn was so proiuse. weeks he.
fore his death, that it VAS feared when
he had no longer the power of throwing
oil the phlegm that he would suiiocate.
Fortunately this danger was avoided by
his ccaslng TO expectorate several days
ago and lie has consequently suffered
no pain Large doses Of OF ium were
administered TO him during the week -
Occasionally when he awokc from sleep
the effect OF the narcotic Was pcrcepti-
bic. For some minutes he would some
times imagine himself in the Senate
again, surrounded by his family, or talk
ing to come irIenl who mad long since
preceded him 10 the spirit land. But
hi, brain soon threw oil the influence,
and his thoughts flowed as ever. His
son made hun aware Of the result Of the
Whig Convention, but he appeared to
take little interest in it. His last words,
this morning addressed to his son, were
Il am dying - am going" Ills spir-
it fled, and all was still. His death was
as cain. and rs peaceful as an infants
sleep
During his illness he has been attend
ed by Rev. DIR. Butler of Trinity Church,
and partoOk Of the sacrament several
times, and his body is wasted away to a
mere shadow. In fact life clung To him
apparently whilst there was remnant
OF his former self left. IL is wonderful
how he survived SO long as he did fls
.ami.y have requested, on several occa-
sions. permission 10 come on here and
attend him, and he would noi however
consent that any one but his eIdes, son
should be here. The funeral ceremc-
MES viii probably take place on Thurs
day 4; immediately after which his re-
mains will be taken TO Lex: :, ton Ken
lucky, by his request. The body lies in
the room where he died, but 10 person
is as yet permitted 70 see him.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08

FLowERs.-TEe other day we enjoyed
the pleasure Of stroll through the very
beautiful garden oi Mr.. Calvin, of
Spring street. in this town, and were
highly gratifcd by observing the taste and
skill which IL displayed in the laying out
Of the grounds and in the stocking them
with the choicest and most exquisite
flowers. Really, we know Of nothing
more delightful than ramble in such a
we'll appointed nursery where, at every
turn, beauty meets the eye and ffag-
rance salutes the sense. In Mr.. Galvin's
Collection are some rare specimens Of
the floral tribe, "alI a-blowing and n
growing" We recommend our friends
to give him call and Judge Tor them
selves.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08
Mr.. EDITOR

Mr.. EDlToR:-
Lest il should be thought
from my connection with the subject of
agricultural Lectures, as lately brought
before the Legislature Of II. ! and a.
so from your very kind and Rattering
suggestion of my own qualifications as
a Lecturer, that desire the appoint
ment,-you will allow me 10 disc!aim oil
intention oil seeking or accepting post
which regard as entirely inconsistent
with my present professional and per
sonal position.
Hoping that the General Assembly
will, at their October session, make suit
able provision for the development Of our
agricultural resources, and the elevation
OF that interest to It's proper estimation,
~ one OF the most honorable callings TO
which our young men can direct their
energies, remain
yours, &c,
X. J. STEWART.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08
TBR Coyyr, FOR Hos. HryRy CLAY


We yesterday looked upon the burial
case that Is TO contain the remains OF
this great man, and which went to
Washington last evening. Ii is made
OF cast iron, beautifully ornamen,ed
The inside is lined with white satin,
wadded anG quilted. The outer part is
covered with black broad cloth of the
texture neatly draped, and trimmed
with heavy fringe. Three solid silver
handles are on each side, while on the
top are three silver plates, one AT the
head covering the glass, being orna
mented with a wreath OF laurel, in the
centre oil which is n sprlg of oak con-
tanning two acorns. The centre or name
plate is perfectly plain (,he inscription
not being on excepting around the
edge, which has wreath of oak, with
acorn cups attached, the acorn itse IL
having fallen, and denoted that the
spirit has departed. AT the loot is another
plate nearly round, upon which is en-.
graved "A rose with the stem and leaves
-protrudlng from one OF the leaves IL
socn worm that has gnawed the flow.
er from the stem, and 1t hangs ready 10
drop. Fit emblem OF tie too sad fate
of the body of Henry Clay. The outer
box is IF solid mahogany, lined with
black Velvet, and perfectly PLAIN. The
whole was manufactured by w. NJ
Raymond & Co, of $50 Broadway ~
Y. Express.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08

DANIEL WEBsTER.-One Of the great
trinity Of American Statesmen (says a
contemporary the compeer Of Clay and
Calhoun, he must pass down the tide of
An erican history like them-too great,
too massive, too lofty 10 be President OF
the United States. He has upon him
the doom Of greatness, and by It his
fame is sealed with the broad impress Of
an historic celebrity, which needs moth.
ing and borrows nothing from the ad-
vantitious aid oi Office. Aspeople ash
cd why the great Roman stood not in
statue among the marble commemorl
lions OF Bome's celebrities, SO will tho
future student Of American history
pause and wonder Why Clay, Calhoun
and Webster won not the highest honors
ironi free and intelligent people, and
wonder the more in recognizing the in
telligence of those from whom they
failed 10 receive the highest Of all re-
publican honors.-W ebster stands too
high above his contemporaries 10 need or
win the last and greatest Of our Repube
lic's honors. He stands where he is un-
approached and unapproachable, and
he will so stand before future genera
tions, to whom he will be only a great
historic memory. HIS own fame. his
eloquence, his craftsmanship, his patriot
ic services, make the light in which, like
some statue in the Pantheon, he will
stand out from his age, All illustrious
memory TO the future.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08

SHoPPiso ScENE.-Entcr n colorcd
lady-and asks 70 he shown some pat.
terms for a mourning dress. Shopkccp-
cr hands down a great variety OF choice
fIbrics and elegant designs, when The
coIored lady interrupts him with the
exclama,ion--"l don't wan, any oh your
fancy patterns, gib me do plain rcd and
walter.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08

CHAsoE or NAME. - The London
Pun,h sayo II may be proper to state
that the distinguished individual known
among the aneienis as Cupid has re-
Gently changed his name to Cupidity /;
and will hereafter devote his attention
10 matters Of money as we'll as mairi-
mony.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08

The AiLAsTHus DECLARED A NUl-
hNcr. The Washington Republic
states that the Board Of Health OF that
city d" have declared the numerous shade.
trees planted in various parts Of tha, city,
called the AIlanthus, (or Tree Of Heav-
on, which emits, when in bloom so op-
pressive an odor, a nuisance and, as a
consequence, they will be supplan,cd by
others less Objectionable"
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08

RrroRr. Mr.. Greely Of the Tribune
having said he would spit upon one of
the pIanks oil the Whig platform, the
Rochester American replies that he
cannot erpect-fo-r.te as Whig
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08
X. J. STE WART.

uT"Thc celebrated Writing master,
Mr.. Bristow, has arrived in Town, from
Philadelphia, aud will open his School.
in a few days, of which due notice viii
be given. All who wish to write n
graceful aud beautiful hand, should
avail themselves vi this opportunity TO
receive instruction, as MIR. Brisiow ID
the most celebrated Teacher OF Pe..
manshIp in the 'ountry.
BErrsR LATE TRAN NxvLh-At Ha-
vei hill, Mass, last week, Mir. Timothy
George a bachelor Of the mature age OF
~, cspouscd Miss Anna ordway, who
had lived in state Of single blessedncss
io' 5 years
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08

1 Wednesday, the flngs on the Ship.
ping in the harbor were displayed al
half mast, in token of respect 10 the
memory Of Henry Clay.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08

~ The Charleston Is. Co. Mer ury
says if the Democrats beat Gen. Scott,
"it will be by hard work and good con-
duet" This from South Carolina
Democrat is n marked admission.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08

DIAIa or MEXICAN GksERALs Late
Mexican papers announce the death Of
Gen. Mslia, ut Mexico and Gen. Mich.
elena, al Molella
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08

A NovEL PRoJECT.-A gentleman ~
Jersey City IS SAID to have flied a caycat
IN the Patent Office TO rorect n project
which he proposes running a sub
marine Avenue under the Hudson
River, 10 connect Jersey City with New
York. lie has made estimates of the
cost, grades profit, &c, aud has drawn
up sketches of his plan.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08

Mr. Parnard, the able superintendent
OF Common Schools 10 Connecticut, has
Just been elected to the Presidency Of
the Michigan Univcrsiiy
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08

DgATH or ADMIRAL WoRmLEY.-ln-
telligence Wns received in this city on
Saturday, (says the Advertiser by
telegraph from Utica, Of the death, by
apoplexy, Of Rear Admiral Wormlcy,
OF the Royal Navy Of Great Britain,
who had arrived at that place on
journey, with his family, TO Niagara.
Admiral Wormley has been for somc
time resident in thi, city and la New
port, being retired from active service on
the half pay list. The intelligence OF
his sudden death will be received with
grief by many friends, not only in this
city, but IN many parts Of the United
States. His funeral took Lace in this
ely at uoon Oh Monday, IN Trinity
Church. boston Timss.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08
WHOLE NO. ll39.
UPThe Town Council issued the fol-
lowing Notice Friday morning -
HENRY CLAY

The Town Council have ordered tho
bells to be follej this, Friday Evening,
July 2, from TO 7 o'clock, during which
tine Minute Guns will be fired. They
also request that all stores and places OF
business may be closed during that hour,
as "A testimonial of respect 10 the meme
~ Of the Statesman, Patriot and Orator
HENRY CLAY.
~ order Of the Council,
CLARxE BURDlcK, President.
In according with the foregoing, the
stores were closed, the bells tolled and
Minute Guns fired, from to o'clock
last evening. in respect to the memory Of
the departed Statesman.
The outside Of Apothecarles' Hall was
hung with Grape, and flags in differ
ent parts Of the town were disl layed at
ha,:-mast,-among them we noticed that
on the Democratic headquarters.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08

C1- During the last few days large
numbers Of visitors have arrived here,
at the Hotels and at private residences.
Everything clearly indicates that we
shall have a successful season, and that
a larger number Of visitors than usual
will gather here. Indeed, We have
never known so many here before, at so
early period; and after the Fourth,
they will pour along in crowd@. The
celebrated Germania Musical Society
vii arrive ON the 10Th, and tten the
season will commence IN good earnest.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08

There will be a telegraphic communi-
cation with the White Mountains the
present season.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1852-07-08

I5"lt is said that when invited TO
speak at the ratification meeting on
Monday evening, Mr.. Webster SAID that
"hc thought he was too old man long.
er to be soldicr-the young men must
do the fighting" To his friends he jc-
joscly observed that he thought he
should not be an "available" speaker.