Daily American organ. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1856, 1856-06-05

Tax HoHGrAruc Cosvnsrros.-- thirtsensh
annual meeting of the disciples of Hshnensnn con-
vsned at the Smithsonian Institute Monday.
The number Of delegates present at the opening
Of the session from the various States and Terri
tories, were twenty-eight. Since then many Others
have arrived n ~ tEe II
The convention was organized by the election
Of Or. j. p. Dalss, Of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania,
President DR.. +. Il. kcAanus, Of Baltimore, and
DIR. j. T. Middleton, also Of Baltimore, Secre-
taries; DR.. 8. 8. Guy, of Brooklyn, New York,
Treasurer; and Drs. Williamson, Piper, Green,
Gardner, and Janey as Censors. "a n
The Treasurer's report was then read and his
accounts committed TO q committee for examine
ton. Being approved OF, they were passed. The
assets in hand amount to sl.ls4. Several com
mttees on various subjects, cholera, mechanical
supports small pox, and diseases of the respiratory
organs, were disposed Of, either by being contin-
ued TO next year or discharged.
On adjournment, the Convention proceeded in
body to the Picture Gallery, where they were in
troduced to the President and Cabinet officers,
who happened to be upon an official visit to the
In the evening DR.. Dalse delivered an interest
ing address in the lecture room OF the Institute,
before q large audience after which, the Conven-
ton adjourned to the residence OF DR.. Piper, of
this city, where they were suitably entertained.
On the evening before, the Convention received
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The Convention Is still in session. Considerable
numbers of spectators attend their deliberations,
and seem much interested.
The ESSEX CAsE.--Ye yesterday afternoon the case
Of Thomas Wilson, county officer, charged with
completely in the escape of Essex, was brought
before Justice Goddard, at the Court House. On
examination in the case, 1t appeared that Officer
Duvali had Essex especially under his charge, and
that he allowed him TO 20 into the yard under the
charge of Officer Wilson. While in the yard, Will
son and Essex were observed In close conference.
Shortly after Essex came into the back room Of
the Office and that was the last that was seen Of
him until he was running down the street.
Alarge number of witnes les we're examined and
every possible fact elected, when the Justice
came to the conclusion to hold Mr. Wilson in the
sum of $500 for his appearance at the June term
Of the Criminal Court. r' Hfh
The case Of Officer Duval was then considered,
and he was held for his appearance in the amount
of&b00, on charge of negligence and malfeasance
in Office ta b
We understand that the subject is under con-
ssideration as to whether other persons shall be
arrested on charge of aiding and abetting the es-
cape of Essex. The United States Marshal has Of
fered reward of $500 for his apprehension.
The warrants issued for the apprehension of OH
GERS Wilson and Duvall were got out at the in
stance Of Justice Hollingshead, and we are pleased
to see the energy and activity manifested on all
hands by city authorities for the apprehension
" Essex and the punishment of the officers who
ass isted In his escape either through direct inter-
ference or by negligence. The penalties for the
crimes with which these officers have been charged
are fines and imprisonment at the discretion Of the
court.
"THE Els vABLIsHMEsT"-Th Board of Regents
Of the Smithsonian Institution who are legally
known as "The Establishment" met at the Smith
soniau Yesterday. They consist of the President,
all the Cabinet with the exception Of the Secreta-
nv of the Interior, the Chief Justice OF the United
States, the Mayor of the city, and other distin-
guished gentlemen.
Their proceedings only comprised the regular
routine of business, such as the presentation of
the annual report by the Secretary, an order
being given for it's publication, &c. A new hon.
orary member of the Establishment was elected
Professor A. b. Longstreet, President Of the Uni
versity of Mississippi Thus it appears that there
are now but four honorary members; Washington
Irving; Dr. Robert Hare of Philadelphia; Profes-
sor Benjamin Siman, of New Haven. These
positions are honorary alone, giving them no emol-
ument or privileges.
PNEY PoINT PAvILIoN.--We call attention to
the advertisement of this favorite watering place,
still under the proprietorship OF Col. w. w. Dix.
1t would be work OF supererogation, to say any
thing to this community Of this wcll-established
place. 1t is emphatically the peculiar institution
OF this District. Already are number of our first
families preparing to take up their summer quar-
tiers. For q number of years the society at this
nee has been quite equal to the refinement Of
home. A very great improvement has been effect
cd in the building of dressing houses on the bench
The season promises to be the most brilliant that
the place has ever enjoyed.
CouRr OF CLAIMS Tuesday, June S-The So
Ecitor replied to Mr.. Ely in the cases begun yes
terday, and the cases were submitted.
Thos. Rhodes and others Us. The United States.
Mr. Phillips opened the case on the facts for the
claimant.
The Solicitor replied, and the case was submit
ted.
Adjourned to III o'clock tomorrow.
u -ednesday, June 4.-Wm. II. Russell Us. The
JTn;teo States. s5
M r, 'ckwel argued this case on the facts for
''g The solic, tor replied on behalf Of the govern
The court ado urned to II o'clock tomorrow.
NV. aor.,snd a. at our most prominent pro-
ro,os o.s and bortcult 'rists intend holding con-
vente N soon. If proper engagements can be made
in this CITY. We hope that every facility VIII De
afforded them.
We are happy to announce that the wife Of the
ianitor At the Smithsonian has opened an ice cream
saloon at the institute for the benefit OF the Wis
tiers Ma HtF&
Attention to the streets Is greatly needed In
some parts of the city. The cutters DO not allow
the water to run freely, and consequently much
stapnans water and other offensive matter remains
In them. We hope that those who have the mat
ter in charge win loois to the subject.
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Aid for Ms Free-State Men.
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