The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1855-05-11

ternizing with the reporters. good many bandsom
young ladies were present who did nottraternze. Thu
nIst ihpg cone was the reading Of violent abolition
communication from Mr.. Joseph Barker, of ohio, an
Eneiisbman, who had formerly figured as Methodist
preacher and nov figures deist and abotionist OF
! the most fabid character.
An additional resolution reported, paying tri-
meDter OF the society.
che reconsideration OF the resolution was resumed
Rev SAML MAY, Jr of Boston. masie a very sepsi,
remark as to ths inutty and absuriity Of thus
The Busipess Committee reported an additisua, reso
luton, the effect that the New York fdependrnt
having stgmatzed the abolitionst Parker Pilsbury,
for come recent exposures OF the slavery position Of
the Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions and
having refused bin The use Of its columns for self
fence has thereby basey sought to Djure the repnta
tion OF said r. p and been guilty of Distraction and
Mr.. FOSTER then got opportunity Of venting out
an amount Of absuroty, hnacism, and ridiculous
sense the oischargng OF which must have beneficial
effect upon his moral system He denounced the govern
ment as the great Bsstie OF slavery.
made ibe most sensible ipdeed tse only speech which
the meeting had listened to throughout the day. He
condemned dsunonism He intimated that Mr. Phillips
had not spoken yesterday the exact truth when he said
the society could not church here hold their
anniversary Some fve or six churches would have ad
Mrs. ABBY KELLY FOSTER again applied the screw for
more fuIds, with what success we know not
Mr GARRISON, in the absence Of Mr. Philips, explained
what the latter meant In the remark alluded to- churches
OF convenient size, and Of high standing and repute-
notcoloed churches. They had had Dr. Chapns church
last year, but 1t was now closed on them.
DR.. SMITH inquired whatthe Chairman meant by re-
putabls churches Wa, not Zion church reputables-
lGood)
The CHAIRMAN appeared somewhat nonplussed by this
home question: bur made an explanation of his meaning
Mr. WRIGHT hoped this personal discussion wosld cease;
II not, that DIR Smith should be put down.
Mr.. VIM Box BROWN (another c0ored gentleman, who
migrated northward in . box) made long speech, In
which be went in strong for the dissolution of the Union
Major DOWNING (of oyster celebrity inquired OF Mr.
Brown how he would treat the pro slavery portion of the
MI. BRowN would answer that The prejudice against
the rcan rises entirely from slavery Thers is
osuch thing as prejudice against coor If there was
why did gentlemen have their boots blacked when they
might more easily have them whitewashedY aughter)
Mr. FRED DOUGLASS cthe black) next took the floor
and spoke in defence of the constitution and Onion
against the silly attacks made it by previous white
speakers. He completely swamped ar Philosopher Bur
leigh and all the other disunonist philosophers
ting the floor, here 40 O'Clock p. NJ made her coage
he old ouacisr being the time fast asleep
FRED DOUGLASS continued his remarks in manner but
little pleasing to the audience.
ORDER.
Mr. GARRISON thought the society was too well aware
OF the relation between it. and the speaker too well
Known to render any explanation necessary.
Nr MAY reminded the society OF some very naughty
things said and done by Fred against the leaders of the
society
Mr. FOSTER, in answer to question of Mr.. Douglass
as to what sort of government he would FORM
ed, Northern conederacy in union with the slaves of
the South. Such union was already formed. He ex-
pected soon to sec civil war in this country
FRED DOUGLASS intimated doubt as to the manly
bearing OF non resistants OF this society in such
tipgency.
[lo:s5 P. M.-Fred is still speaking--sevsral ladies
The CHAIR intimatsd that it was discourteous for an
avowec enemy OF their society to be ntrudng on their
time at this late hour.
Mr.. DOUGLASS did not come to sue for peace, though
he did think he was invited to reconciliation. He
TOOK his seat.
Rev Mr.. WILSON then took the floor but as there was
little more fun in expectancy the reporters made their
ccnee,
year, with few triang exceptions.
NEW YORK INSTITU TION FOR THE BLIND.
The annual exhibition of the pupils OF this institution
was given yesterday afternoon, at the Tabernacle,
Broadway. The house was densely crowded in every
part-the pupils occupying seats in the choir. On
count Of the lack Of The usual accommodations for
porters, could obtain but partial ginpess of what
going on, but the exhibition seemed be credit.
able to the pupils and their teachers Annexed is the
programme -
% % a1 duet P,ann sshovsa; e.am1ston
raised letters; chorus 'Nig ts Shades Longer Ros
SECOND PARr.-Grsnd March, band; semi chorus by the
% M fs solo
.Le pt.ir," Becthoyea; solo, The skyaIt Benedict;
a G,i zs"
CT Root; c.rnss ;,so waltz ss band -,.,
tresss fancy knitting and bead work. executed by ihs pu-
The exh btion was under the direction Of Mr. Cooper
Supernse Ddent OF the Institution The music both
cal and instrumental was very well executed, and
original compositions in prose and presented
by the pupiis were above the average order of merit
AMERICAN TEMPERANCE UNION.
The nineteenth anniversary Of the American Tempe.
rance Union Was held last evening in the Broadway Ia
bernace. To say that the building crowded would
fail to give correct idea Of its condtouevery avail
able foot OF standing occupied, and the
very entrances filed with persons. The Rev. Dr..
syng, the lion of the evening" presided, assisted by
number Of lesser lights The exercises opened with
prayer by Rev. Mr. squires; after which the following
abstract Of the annual report read by Dr. Marsh
Corresponding Secretary
The report with the inquiry shall nation be
born in day. Not replied under nd shs operation ~ Of any
strangers to moral reform But under the beI evoent
aysre Is checked thrones niquity established y
overturned and nations suddenly RISE like individuals
blessings Pour hay. not elapsed since the State Of
enness ideness waste domestic contention want crime
and rake al thing. II was reform equally demand
and now @ twelve States Eas.chusesss Rhode Isnd
URo Indaps Illinois Michigan .nd iowa e%brseins mil
lions Of have followed in hOr wake bursting the
strueticns thrown init. path; sttscmstt
h people; its complete remedy far PREVAILS
hindred evs OF
the Sabbath under an efficient agstracy the - first ap
Is viewed By distant atoms 70. required
eradication Of that become the
civilized world The publications, periodicals.
tracts and agencies Of the society have been much in
year ending st May have amounted to 81 $50 3d. State
societies. auxiliary and other organic sons the past year
have for their zeal merited the highest aons
The journal Of the Union in its nineteenth
Prem 1887 IL been conducted by
Dr. March, the Corresponding Secretary.
motion was made and adopted that the foregoing
port be printed and extensvey circulated An anthem
was sung by the Tabernacle choir, after which Rev. Mr.
CooMBs Of Philadelphia offered and spoke to the follow
ing resolution -
Resolved That the great extension of the prohibory
license and adoption, under
forms by thirteen States embracing more than twelve
miions people, subject great congratulations aud,
a. IL is the work the people for the protection of @
selves their children there reason to belle will
both be sustained the law Of tbe civilized world
Tia rauarend nenflenan aaid he WAS nreaent AZ the