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The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23

THE &oveT VERSION pAPERs--We publish to-day
few extracts from the long and ntere sting article
Cntributed 10 that widely circulated journal, the
e. igme nj q Mr.. BonEers donation Of sl0 900 20 the
M yunt Vernon Fund. We have no doubt that the
pu tib2aiioB of these papers viii do much credit
eni srprse Of the publisher. Mr.. Everett, In hs
CON positions, aims at perfection, and his weekly
die, ssons u the multifarious topics which ~
refe, ,tions have turned for many years csahot
fail . b. highly readable and Instructive. We
should think, for example, the personal rcminis-
cences which even a man of his fxs.idous taste
might feel al liberty 10 publish, going over long
and varied public kfe at home and abroad would
alone furnish most fertile and engaging theme.
We nRy remark here that the number Of the
IEDGgR containing the Mount Vernon Papers" is
enriched by Other meritorious contributions from
authors OF distinction such az George -. Prentice,
John q. SAKE, Mrs. Sipourney and Thomas Dunn
English. and an agreeable miscellany Of reading for
he family circle.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
LIN tho Au.lln lMInl Mo- !

Bonner, the king ~ advertisers and the most
euccossfui Newspaper publisher m the world, has
secured, in addition % Prentice, SAKE. Cobb. 81
Courtney, Cary, Fanny Fern and other celCbrcties
too numerous to mention, the Hon. Edward Eve
rea a. n regular weekly contributor 10 the New
York LrpgER. The following communications viii
explain tlle manlcr-houofahl 90 both partIes-
by which Tim arrangement has been brought
about
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
fyrom the New Bedford Morcurv n

THE MOUNT VERNON PArERs.-We are in
dchted to Mr.. Bonner, the enterprising publisher,
for an advance copy Of the New York LEDGER for
Jan. |, 1859 which contains the first Of the fifty
Mount Vernon Papers, 10 be contributed by the
Hon. Edward Everett. in consideration Of the dona
ton Of Mr.. Bonner of $4,000 towards the purchase
Of Mount Vernon. Mr.. Everett states that in ac-
ceding TO the proposition Of Mr.. Bonner he il en-
abled thereby to reach and interest large number
of readers in the enterprise which he has much
at heart and sets forth general programme Of the
subjects which he shall treat. The LEDGER also
contains the opening chapter Of a True History
OF Plymouth by !. b.. descendant OF Anne Brad
treot, commonly called the Tenth Muse. Parsons
LEDGER
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
from the No, wich fConn. J Daily Courier

THE NV YORK LEDGER.-We yester day received
advance copy of the famous New YORK LEDGER
or.lanuaryl containing The Introductory number Of
Mr.. Eyeretts Mount Vernon Papers, together with
various other interesting articles As a specimen of
beauty in the topographic art, the LEDGER is as far
superior to the ordinary of newspapers it is
in the extent of its circulation But immense a. is
its circulation, do not doubt that it is destined
10 go increasing indefinitely The series of
weekly papers which Mr. Everett is TO write for its
columns during the next year will inevitably give it
wider currency than ever it has had before.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
lFrcm the New Haven journal and Courier)

TIE NLw YORK LEnGER-The LEDGER Of Jan. !,
ofwhich We have received an advance copy contains
Edward E,sretts first Mount Vernon Paper" IL is
Introductory 10 his subject explaining the as it
new stands, and making suggestion which will be
interesting To the half million subscribers OF the
LrrGlR. II also has the opening chapter of what
premises TO be very entertaining history of the
col, ny of New Plymouth, which, no doubt, will be
as authentic and faithful the veriable knicker-
bockers history Of New York. Besides these, Mrs.
Sigourney j. G. SAKE, Vim. Ross Wallace, and
number Of able contributors, add to the value and
interest Of the paper Bonner is a go-ahead man.
but he don't mean to make his fortune without Civ
ing full equivalent to his readers.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
Prom the New York Express

EDWARD EvKRETT's FIRST PAPKR--from the LIST
Of January LHpcER we learn. at the hands Of Mr..
Everett, that he has repeated his Washington ora.
ton in this city on the 18th Of November last, for
the one hundred and first time II has been spoken
several times since. The present occupant Of the
Mount Vernon estate viii thank Mr.. Everett for his
first paper, as IL Il the complctest vindcaticn yet
made FOR receiving the value pot by him upon the
estate Nj. T.. also offers 20 receive Mount verno "a
contributions from any Of the million OF readers Of
the Ledger. The January number of the LEDGER
j. certainly unsurpassed. and. we think, unequalled
both in the ability Of ia contributions and In the
character Of it, contributors.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
From The New York Commercial Adver,iscr.l

THE NEw YoHK LEpGER.-We have received from
Mr.. Bonner an advance copy Of the New York
LEDGER for January |, which contains-in addition
20 much other interesting original matter-the first
Of the Mount Vernon Papers" by the Hon. Ed
ward Everett and also the opening chapter Of
"A True History Of the Colony of New Plymouth"
by ]. H., a descendant Of Anne Bradstreet, com
monty called the Tenth Muse.
The LEDGER begins the new year with the great
additional attraction OF these papers by Mr. Eve
rett the first instamcnt OF his part Of the conside
ration, for Mr. Bonners munifcent donation 20 the
MI. Everett is an account OF the origin and progress
of the plan now prosecuted for the purchase OF
Mount Vernon, and his mention Of Mr.. John A.
Washington gives another complexion TO the char.
acter Of that gentleman than the one he now wear
in the popular estimation. Mr. Everetts fra
paper will place the whole matter la a new ligh
before the public.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
From the Albany Daily KnickerhocScr.l

NEW YORK LFpGER.-Tbe first of Mr.. Everetts
mount Vernon Papers" makes it, appearance in
the number Of the LEpctR which has just been pub
lished. II fills about two columns and half Of the
paper, and is general introduction TO the series
giving statement Of the circumstances which have
prompted tic movement, in which NJ b. has borne
such a conspicuous part, for the purchase Of the
Mount Vernon estate. The articles which Mr.. Ev-
erett viii furnish the LEDGER will double its crcu
lation, and make ii the most widely read journal
that the world has ever seen. Bonnef's success
great rs il is, is not beyond his deserts The enter
prise which he has exhibited in conducting the
LEreTR shows that he is the Napoleon OF Pub-
lisbers. Ia addition TO the paper furnished by Mr..
Everett. the LEDGER Of this week will also contain
the opening chapter Of I" A True History Of the Co
lony Of New plymouth by |. D., descendant Of
Anne Eradstr.et, commonly called the " Tenth
Muse" &c, &c.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
prom the Newark evening Journal.l

We have been favored with an advance copy Of
Tic New Noik LEDGER iol Jan. !. 1859. This copy
contaius tie first Of tho series Of fifty papers which
tie Hon. Edward Everett recently contracted to
furnish 70 The LEDGER for the handsome sum Of
$500 each-the $4,000 paid for this service 10 be
tie Mount Vernon estate as 4 national shrine. Tie
first article from the pen Of Mr.. Everett Is devoted
to sketch Of this undertaking. and the means thus
far employed TO secure the estate: but lac promises
that while he shall regard these papers medium
OF communicating with the public, from time 10
time. the progress and prospects Of the work, that
on the whole the articles furnished by him shall be
Of a miscellaneous character and exhibit much
variety in the subjects treated a. can be expected
from one pen.
This number of the LEDGER also contains the first
chapter Of "True History Of the Colony Of New
Plymouth by l. D., descendant Of Anne Brad
street, and great variety OF other original articles
of decided interest to the public.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
prom The New YORK Erprcgs |

THE LEDGER for New Years Day, has the de-
served recommendation Of the city press, without
exception for the ability Of it, articles and for the
coed taste and beautiful typography Of the publca
ion We hear some days ago 325 600 copies of this
numoer were ordered from abroad, and that half
million Of copies printed. This u an event un.
approached In the newspaper publications Of the
@erd Free and liberal advertising has enabled
Mr. Bonner to secure the best talent IN the country
and 20 make the best weekly publication IN the
sorls AMI this Is now the general judgment Of
tn WHOLE press.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
From rnE NEW YORK EVENING Poau.
IINEG

non TnwAr ryEwr TfrE RANKS JOtR.
AAIfsr. Hm0tcA BoSSlRs
lRpGF
Lot the pFan BE- rung' for a chief who is crowned
Viii q hundred bright laurcis Of glory
Tnai be gathered IL otLer arenas, Is found
On the page Of the essay and story.
~ more 10 mere thousands bis soul IL confined:
See fh6 millions themselves around him
Tow tIsy shout IN the blaze Of his beautiful mind,
A. the botd Ges apart that has bound him!
Hail everett Hal 10 thy mission of light
20 thy full fru'ted spirits devotion.
gnrs'n forth with is sweet and invinciblc might
For The truth, over valley and ocean.
Hal orator, Writer and Publisher hail
10 the Tomb 81 Old Vernon Is shining lgala,
With the wreath ycur hands, In the Wild Winters
Arc 60 CALAMITY er il entwiningl
Decer1bOr, lS5s.
chs journal gives Mr.. Everett the q $4,000 for
hywo articles, 81 be appropriated 70 The Mount Vernon
JUnd.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
Iron the Boston Daily Ledger

MOUNT VERNON, EVERETT AND BoSsER.-The
first Of the famous mount Vernon Papers of Mr..
Everett is out. II appears in the New York
lkraER for January l, which is already out and on
our table.
NJ. Everett suggests to each Of the readers OF
he LEDGER, estimating them at million, TO con-
ribute half dollar each to the fund, which would
once close up the whole business, and more too.
He will receive the subscriptions himself
This Is capital idea. Now begin and pour
hem in.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23

1HE MOUNT VERSION PAPERs.-The New York
LIDGER, containing the first OF Mr. Everetts Mount
Vernon Papers" was issued yesterday. The article
was longer than Is usual In Mr. Bonners journal
occupying nearly three columns; but il il written
with M. Everots accustomed elegance, and Il a
model Of pure and admirable English The author
discusses FIRST the title he has chosen for his series
Of articles; then he goes 10 state the object in
aid Of which he writes; then speaks Of the present
situation Of the Mount Vernon estate, and Of the
means 20 be adopted 10 convert II into public pro
perry. We make few brief extaacts, by way of
showing the quality Of the paper.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23

ence Of the most widely circulated jour
nal in the country be turned INTO better channels,
than in this wayl Mr. Everett, as is well known,
conlers with the public, through the LEDeER, under
the caption of"The Mount Vernon Papers" The
first Of these papers we have received in an ad-
vance copy of the LEDGER for Jan. |. The produc-
ton is preliminary in its character, bat imparts
honor ard dignity TO one Of the most handsomely
printed and readable sheets published within the
limits OF the Union.
The mount Vernon Papers," which are to ap-
pear weekly in Bonner's paper, will, Undoubtedly,
largely augment its already immense circulation
There is much public curiosity TO read these
articles
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
From the Philadelphia Argus

The NEW York LrDGER.-Thcrc j. no publisher
the United States that possesses the indomitable
energy that Mr.. Bonner does. No paper in the
country is SO free from indecorous and unbecon-
ng matter as Is the New York LEDGER. No lady
need fear that blush will be called up 10 the
cheek by reading any Of its chapters aloud
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
Prom the Boston Daily post.l


THE MOUNT VERSION PsFiRs.-We received by
mail last evening copy al the New York I.EpG-
kR, containing the first of the " Mount Vernon
Papers" by Mr.. Edward Everett. The writer first
gives the reasons for calling his articles by the
name Of - Mount Vernon Papersi-as sugge ting
an excuse for modestly anticipated impcrfecuons
and says
But though called the Mount Vernon Papers,
II l. not ntegded that these articles should be ex-
cusiseiy even chiefly taken up in discussing the
subject OF the purchase OF Mount Vernon. or the
topics connected or associated with H. They viii
indeed furnish an appropriate channel for what
ever Information Of an interesting character may
De able TO offer the public on that subject. Ii
Was one ~ TIC chic, Inducements Tor undertaking
tAcir preparation that they would afford me an
opportunity FOR the attempt to interest very
large circle Of readers in an enterprise which
J haze much at heart. | shall accordingly
submit r. them, from time 10 time. an account
ui tn progress and prospects OF the work, rs far
as they fall under my observation Besides this.
the country abuunds with recolections and trldi-
uons 81 Washington connected with his civil aud
military with localities rendered interesting
BY his battles his visits his sojourn; and with
individuals It'll living who saw him, and Of whom
a few were personally known to him. There are
many original portraits ~ him in existence II
which lew remain 60 be described; numerous au-
iogiaphlc letters a. yet unpublished; and personal
relics 81 every description. Many Of these traui-
tons and objects Of interest are constantly brought
10 my notice in visiting different parts of the coun-
try for the purpose Of repeating my address on the
CHARACTER 81 Washington, anu, II ! do not mistake,
viii furnish interesting materials for few OF these
papers. II IL Intended, however, that they shall,
upon the whole, be Of q miscellaneous character,
and exhibit as much variety in the subjects treated
as can be expected from the productions Of one
PEN
Mr.. Everett gives a few paragraphs from his nd.
dress as illustrative ~ the object in aid Of which
these articles will be prepared exculpatcs Mr. Wash
ngton for the dismal spectacle of Mount Vernon
ard, leaving reproaches aside puts forth many rea
sons showing the necessity 81 the psrchase Of the
grounds by a voluntary association co-exten.iye
with the Union. In conclusion the writer suggests
10 the readers Of the New York LEDGER the con
tribution Of half dollar each 10 the Noun. Vernon
fund.which, estimating their number nj million
would al once enable the purchase Of the estate
Mr. Everett expresses his willingness 20 aid in Civ.
ing effect 70 this suggestion by receiving subscrip
tona himself
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
From the pos,on Daily Advertiser. |

THE MorNT VERNON PAPERs.-The New York
LErGFR, with the first of the Mount Vernon Pa
pers," from Mr.. Eyeretts pen, will he for sale by
the newsmen to-day The publisher of the LEDGER
has secured copyright for the whole of his paper,
and, ii otherwise, il would be Of coure unfair
to reprint what he was secured by the payment
Of so large sum. The motto OF the Mount YER
non Paper" is that used by Washington himself
"Ir,ius dc'd probdi.'
This number OF the LEDGER also contains the
opening chapter Of "A True History Of the Colony
Of New Plymouth, by J. h., a descendant of Anne
B,adstrcet, commonly called the Tenth Muse, &C.,
&C.. &c. besides its usual variety of general reading.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
From the Trenton IN. ~ Daily Gazette. ]

Prom the Trenton (N. u Daily Gazette
THE New YORK LEpGER-We have been favored
by the publisher with an advance copy of the
LEpGKR for January !, containing, in addition to
much other interesting original matter, the first Of
the Mount Vernon Papers" by the Hon. Edward
Everett, and also the opening chapter OF \ True
History OF the Colony Of New Plymouth" by |. b.,
a descendant OF Anne Broadstreet.
MIR. Everetts first article il eminently charac-
terstic Of the man; and their continuation cannot
fail 10 add greatly TO the interest of the LEDGER As
literary paper, the LEDGER has no superior and
but few equals
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
Prom The Philadelphia Daily Ledger

THE MouNT VERSION PArrRs. -The first OF Mr..
EyeTetts papers, written for the New York
IEDcER has appeared in the number of that pa
per for January | 1859, published in advance
Nj. Evcrctts contributions will add to the value
OF the Ledger, which is otherwise publication
~ no ordinary mort, being supplied literally
with wellwritten editorials and essays upon various
subjects from writer's Of acknowledged merit
M. Everett in his first paper, explains why he
has undertaken the task Of writing those papers,
and the interest he feels in rescuing Mount Vernon
from neglect and destruction. The newspapers
over Tie country have been very LIBERAL or rather
very Liberal, IN their abuse Of Mr. Washington the
present owner Of Mount Vernon for suffering the
estate 10 Sll into decay; but, according to Mr.
Everett, the public have shown the greatest neg.
lcct Of place hallowed by national and patriotic
associations, ard when they have done their duty
II VIII be time enough 20 rebuke Mr. Washington.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
IRON the Philadelphia

IFTom thc Fbladelphla Evcning T0urnall
A SMAHT NEw York LEDGER Philadelphia
newsboys, II they have not an indefinite extent of
book leaning are certainly the most cute class of
urclins that We over encountered. This morning
while going up the steps leading 10 the Mayors Of
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
Prom the New York Correspondence Of the Philadelphia
lnquirer.l

New YORK, Saturday, Dec. 20, 1858.
:, TIE NEW YORK l.knekR-fRsT or THE MousT
VERNON PAPEEs-MAGA2INE LrTERATuRE.-ln the
absence Of news Of importance, take the opportu-
nifty afforded by the appearance OF Mr. Edward
Eyefctts introduction 10 the Monnt Vernon papers
m the New York LEDGER to-day, 70 say something
Of Mr. Robert Bonner enterprise in literary point
Of view. ] agree with you in your views recently
published az 10 the difficulty Of finding q large class
OF readers IN the United States who will pay any
thing like two shillings for a magazine. The pro-
pTietors OF the repubcations Of the English quar-.
teilies even, have recently announced that they
arc in danger Of suspending their publications:
another significant fact IN addition 20 those cited by
you 10 prove that people arc not yet educated 10
an appreciation OF literary talent The encourage
ment That given ANY work i chiefly derived from
the females Of the country Men do not heed cxpend-
ing two or three. or even ten shilings day for
les drink and neryesoothing segars. but would think
u hard case 10 pay fifty cents month for one or
two high toned literary scientific journals 10 place
upon their tables. The New York LEDGRa has its
basis on these truths, and know from the returns
81 the sales seen by ne. that before the financial
panic the sales Of that paper amounted TO upwards
Of $50 600 weekly. Now, this circulation il doing
much good &c public taste. and eventually u will
educate IT, millions Of readers 10 enjoy more sub
siantal matter. The Family Herald Of London
published for penny. had for ten years an ave.
rage circulation Of 100000 weekly. and il gradu
ally gave 10 it, readers more fact and less fancy
preparing the way for more useful literature
than that which first gave IL its large circulation
some Of the hest and wisest essays in the Ian
gusge were issued in its columns. Mr.. Bonner
will be obliged TO adopt the Same course. In fact
he Il now on the way to It. Our young readers
VIII ind that the practical is the truly valuable
that facts are the source Of all knowledge, and
that no theory can be sustained without them. In
tive years more the Ledger may be the highest
type 81 magazine literature. There il nothing 20
hinder H. MI. Bonner j. an emincntly practical
man, with clear perceptions, refined taste and we'll
able to Judge how far lie can trust TO crafty IL.
just az ir ~ nc can go, am persuaded he will 20
on IN improving his work, and though he NAV cx-
cite the envy Of persons and the hostility OF
others, all liberal minds in the literary world should
recognize that he is doing society an incalcuable
service The fruits Of which are sure TO be deve.
oI,d in the future.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
IRON the Roston Traveller.l

TIE FIRST or THE MoUNT VERNON PAPERs.-We
have received al advance copy Of the New York
LEDGER Of January |, containing the first of the
fifty Mount Vernon Papers to he contributed by the
Hon Edward Everett, in consideration of the dOna-
ton ly Mr.. Bonner Of $4,000 towards the fund for
the purchase Of Mount Vernon. The article il ap-
proprately headed with view of Mount Vernon
in 1895.
Mr. Everett, in his article. gives his reasons for
asserting TO the proposition of Mr.. Bonner, stating
that lie is thereby enabled to reach and interest
large lumler of readers in the enterprise which he
has much at heart. He then describes the pre-
sent condition Of Mount Vernon, and the bad results
of the want OF restraint upon the large number of
annual yisters 10 the spot.
The LFpGER also contains the opening chapter of
"A True History Of Plymouth" 10y l. b. a descend
ant OF Anne Bradstreet, commonly called the Tenth
Muse, &C.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
from the Brooklyn Daily Star

MOUNT VERNON PApERs.-Well, we have read the
first Of the Mount Vernon Papers in the New York
LrTGrR, from the pen of Hon. Edward Everett L
fills about three columns OF the Ledger, and forms
as we expected it would be, and being put forth
through channel that reaches many, we have
doubt that by the interest he will create he will
aid the fund more than twice the amount paid by
Mr.. Bonner for the articles. We may look upon
the dead point" of the purchase passed and the
work nearly done, now these articles are commcnc-
ed. They will attract lnany readers, too, that the
LEDGER never had before.
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[F'om The livingston q. y SentneIJ
There is no one who doubts that Robert Bonner
Usher, and that the New York LEDGER is the best
literary paper Of its kind published in the world.
He has recently donated 600 for the purchase
Of Mount Vernon, and az kind of reciprocity the
tclos for the LEDGER to lie called the mount Vernon
Papers, The publication Of Mr.. Everetts articles
win lie commenced in the first number of the
LEIGER for 1859.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-12-23
From the BOSTON Journal I

THE New YORK LEDGEa-We have received an
advance copy of Bonners New York LEDGER for
January l. containing the first of the series Of
Mount Vernon papers This paper is mainly intro
ductory.
Tie first chapter Of "a True History Of the Co
lony OF New Plymouth is given, which bids fair
to be rich and spicy. SAKE has long poem in this
number Mrs. J.. H. Sigourney, Alice Carey, and
ether well known writers, are contributors to the
IEIGrR, which is certainly paper Of a high order
Of merit, and one which may be safely admitted
into any family.