Daily American organ., 1856-04-23
CITY INTELLIGENCE.

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A CHARAcrEg.-Neariy every city has iis pecu-
liar characters. Among ours may be counted
Beau Hickman, whose fame Is In all the cities but
who now seems somewhat superanuated; Robert
SON, the editor Of the Truth, who is now at the In
sane Hospital and Yankee Debbin, This last
named character seems 10 be enjoying great pop
uarity. He Is an old superanuated sailor, formerly
of the United States Navy once in the Sailors Re-
treat, the home provided by Government for its
old worn-out naval veterans but becoming tired
OF his idle life, he has returned to society again
and supports himself by weaving horse nets and
such kind Of affairs, which always command a
ready sale and good price 81 ais8 IS ln
The old man Is also something Of poet,
which the name of the Yankee Debbinn has been
given him. His usual place OF business is on
Pennsylvania avenue, opposite the market house.
His articles for sale are hung the iron fence of
the reservation, and he sits on low chair by the
side Of them netting more Near him is a lot Of
his printed songs and on large card on the fence
Is his name and certificates Of honorable service
in the Navy. Like all other merchants he wishes
to make good sales, but the offer Of charity he
considers an insult. 93a ae ~ &E
His printed songs also constitute an article of
commerce with him; to make them more accept
able, is always ready to sing them over to his pur
chasers to learn them the air as he says. These
songs are always addressed in sea language to
sailors, and always warn them against the various
temptations to which sailors are peculiarly exposed
Such titles as these are found among them 1From
Brandy Breakers haul your wind !" Come Ship
mates all and hear me tell, &C. all amusing even
to us uninitated landsmen, but containing instruc-
ton that wenld not be amiss to us all however.
We are glad to say that this cheerful old man is
never disturbed by the city authorities, although
it may be slightly out of order for him to make the
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around him shows the high appreciation Of his me-
rits Such disposition to support himself by his
own labor In veteran tar, who has home provi-
ded for him by government but will not avail him
self Of it, is in the highest degree commendable
During the winter, Yankee Debbn has held his
court in more sheltered places and we have missed
him in our daily walks. This morning we were
glad to see him in his old place. We welcome him
back again, and hope that many summers may find
him there, for the lesson he teaches every one,
that any willing hand can find some supporting,
useful employment. There are many who daily
pass the old sailor who might apply the lesson.
THE THEATRE.--The Iron Mask was again play
ed last night, Mr.. Walack as Leon. Mr.. Wallack
is rising young tragedian, whose fame has pre-
eeded him. In this play he performs his part ex-
cellenty. There is no blood and thunder about
the play or acting; both seem to be the ntensf-
cation of silent, uncomplaining suffering on the
part of one of natures noblemen. Mr.. w. seems
to have good conception of his part, and renders
it in an original style that is at novel and in
the highest degree truthful.
Mrs. Proctor as Hortense gives much satisfac-
ton. She seems to understand her part well and
excels in her pantommic action as much as in her
fine conception of her role. If, however, she
would learn that grief does not always cause vi
olent outbreak, sne might express some portions
of her difficult part still better. a
The part of Rochefort was rendered by Mr..
Langdon. We glad to say that he has inn
proved since he first trod these boards, and may
be considered promising actor. He has, howev-
er, one serious fault his husky, hard, cultural or
throat-voice in earnest passages. 1t is exceeding
ly disagreeable, and especially 80 as it can be
so easily overcome by proper vocal exercises. We
say this in all kindness, as spirit of progress is
visible in his performance.
The play is repeated again tonight. We cannot
speak too well Of it as historical tragedy of
high order.
Mile Ciocca and Mr.. Montplaisr will also appear
In favorite dance.
AMERICAN MEErING.--The Seventh ward Amer
leans had meeting at their Hall on last night to
which were invited their political opponents. Many
of them accepted the invitation At the appoint.
ed time the chairman introduced the Hon. Hum
phrey Marshall, who entertained the audience for
nearly two hours in manner which, if possible,
increased the reputation of the distinguished gen.
tleman for wit sound logic, and oratorical fancy.
We believe him to be without equal as an extern
pore speaker.
His remarks were received with the greatest en-
thusiasm--the applause being long and loud, our
Sag Nicht friends involuntarily joining in.
We can with safety set down the Banner ward
for at least $50 majority at the ensuing municipal
election.
CRIMINAL Cosrs.-The following is a copy of the
reply of the Second Comptrollerto the resolution
of the House, referred to yesterday
The resolution calls for the expenditures in the
District of Columbia for criminal prosecutions for
one year, ending the 30th of March, 1855 but in
asmuch as the United States marshal, whose duty
1t is to disburse the amount required for legal
charges attendant upon the administration Of JUS
tice in the District of Columbia, renders his ac-
counts semi-annually for the terms ending respact-
lively on the 30th of June and the 3lst of Decem-
ber the entire year of 1885 is selected as the in
formation cannot be given for the period designa-
ted in the resolution.
Statement of Costs for 1855.
Marshal $3,3s9 55
Attorney 5,325 OIL
Clerk December term not returned) 1875 81
Jurors 4,547 30
witnesses 3946 40
Jail, guards, and all other costs l4,176 IL
Contingencies 80 l450 Ga
Support of prisoners 4,182 "a
Magistrates costs, bills l0,1OI "a
Constables 10,4S6 20
1880 66
+" In regard to future legislation to protect the
treasury against unjust claims on account Of such