Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1859-03-08

condition of our people. Pursuing a different
from that Of European celebrities generally
he seems unwilling to be satisfied with a mere SUI
perficial glance at our condition, and anxious to
penetrate to the substrata of both social and poll
teal life in this country. He has studiously avoid
ed any expression on topics Of partizan politics.
and has conducted himself with equal affabiIity
towards men of all parties with whom he has been
brought into contact. His aversion to commit
himself concerning political subjects, on the slight
Information he Possesses, is perhaps, the principal
reason why he has refused to ACCEPT MANY of the
invitations to public and private entertainments
that have been showered upon him since his arri-
val in this country.
OF the invitations received from gentlemen
identified with politics, Mr.. O'Brien has accepted
so far only those from Senator VIM H. Seward
Of New York and Hon. Alexander II. Stephens,
OF georgia. Regarding these gentlemen as repre-
sentatives Of the two extremes of our national
political sentiments, and being DESTROYS Of ming
ling with our public men. he rightfully concluded
.naI IN their acceptance he would crafty his own
wishes, and at the same time preserve himself
rom any appearance of espousing the peculiar
tenets OF either party A great proportion Of his
time has been devoted to informing himself about
the condition Of the Irish-American element Of
the population. He has mingled with these to a
greater degree than with other classes and as is
perfectly natural, appears peculiarly interested in
them.
On last Sunday ne partook Of an entertainment
at the invitation of Rev. DIR. O'ToOle pastor of
IT Patrick's Church. AT the residence of that gen
tleman. There was quite a large company present
among whom were Mayor Berret John Mitchell
and John Savage. the associates of Mr.. O'Brien in
the struggle of ISIS. and several other gentlemen
OF prominence in our social circles. The enter
tainment was one betting the dav and occasion
in every respect. During its progress Rev
Father O'roOle proposed, . The health of our
distinguished guest sentiment which ELECTED
manifestations OF approval from all present and
drew from Mr.. O'Brien brief and happy re-
Spouse.
At the close of the entertainment Mr. O'Brien
and the company generally visited the Young
CathOllc'S Total Abstinence Society, which was
then in session in hall adjoining the church
building. He was introduced to the association
by Mayor Berret, and addressed them in an elo-
quent and affecting manner. His remarks COM
Inenced with an expression of qualification at be-
holding so many of his fellow-countrymen and
the sons Of those who had been his fellow-coun-
trymen assembled in the metropolis of this great
and free nation for the laudable purpose of for
warding the beneticicnt work commenced by that
shining light Of morality, Father Matthew lie
then exhorted them to hold out steadfasty in their
labor until they had disseminated the principles
Of temperance throughout the land. and redeemed
the Irish name from that caluininous charge which
seeks to associate 1t as almost synonymous with
lntemperance. Calling their attention not only To
the great good tn result to themselves by this or
gdniZaton but also through their example to their
fellOw-cltlZens generally, he dwelt upon the I'M
Portance of the task to which they had appointed
themselves, and the many blessings they will de-
serve and attain by faithful perseverance in their
efforts. In conclusion, he alluded to the Joy That
will ensue in their native land when, on his re-
turn, he spreads the tidings of the intelligence
virtue and prosperity of 1rishmen generally in
this land of their adoption.
Hugh :. Mclaughlin. Esq, Vice President Of
the Society, responded to the remarks Of Mr.
u Brien, and on behalf of his fellow-members
and himself thanked him for the honor of his visit
and for his kind advice assuring him that next
after religion and patriotism. the Association es-
teened temperance the most mcritorious virtue
resolved mis-
ed by that eminent benefactor of his race Father
Matthew, until not only their fcllow-ctizens of
IRISH extraction, but all others, shall reap the vast
advantages flowing from such necessary and be
neyolent reform. He briefly alluded tn the pro-
gress Of the Association and the good had already
accomplished, and asserted that there was great
encouragement Tor faithful and perseverance of its
efforts. He mentioned also, the qualification af.
forded by the knowledge that MIR. O'Brien would
carry back intelligence their abors i'm this great
cause to their native land, where il would proba-
bly, have the effect of inducing others to espouse
the truths of the Society, and avoid ruinous aud
demoralizing vice. He again thanked Mr.. o Brien
Tor the qualification his visit afforded
After politely bowling to the Association Mr.
u Brien and those who accompanied him with
drew again TO the residence Of Father O'Toole
and thence dispersed to their respective places Of
abode.
Yesterday. Mr.. O'Brien and a number of his
friends visited Georgetown College where the
scholars entertained him with the performance OF
their regular annual dramatic representation He
expressed himself highly pleased with the educa-
iona facilities afforded i'm this country so far as
he has yet seen, and especially with what he wit
messed at this popular institution. He was agree
ably entertained during his visit by the Faculty of
the College.
Mr.. O:Brien. paid brief visit last night TO
the City Councils. in company with Mayor Der.
ret. The Mayor introduced him TO several mem-
Ders In both branches; and he remained some
Time In the lower board, apparently deeply in
terested in the mode Of transacting municipal
affairs In republican city.
SUrRENE COURT.-Yesterday Frederick Hall
Esq, of California, was admitted an attorney and
counsellor Of this Court.
No. 66. George Kendall ct al plaintiffs in error
ast. Joseph = Winsor. In error TO the Circuit
Court Of the nited States for the district of hode
Island. Mr. Justice Daniel delivered the opinion
OF the Court. Affirming the judgment of the said
Circuit Court in this cause with costs and interest
No. O3. Dlckerson Ii. Morehouse, plaintiff i'm
in error, ACT. WIN. A. Phelps I'm error to the Sn-
PreIne Court Of fthe State of Illinois. Mr. Justice
Catron delivered the opinion Of the Court revers-
ing the Judgment of the said Supreme Court with
costs, and demanding the cause for further pro-
ccedings in conformity to the opinion Of this
court
No. 81. John w. Britain, appellant, agt. WIN.
A. Barnaby, claimant of the ship '!AIbOni, - her
tackle, &c. Appeal from the Circuit Court United
States for the northern district of California. Mr.
Justice Wayne delivered the opinion of the Court
reversing the decree of the said Circuit Court with
costs, and REMINDING the cause for further pro-
cecdings in conformity to the opinion Of this
Court.
No. Gs. Alton r Easton. plaintiff in error, agt
Thomas L. salisbury. In error to the Supreme
Court of the State Of Missouri. Mr. Justice Mclean
delivered the opinion Of the Court affirming the
Judgment of the slid Supreme Court in this cause
with costs.
No. l. Stephen V. II. Abeman, plaintif in
error. agt. Sherman NJ. Booth and
No. % The United States. plaintiffs in error
at. Sherman Nj. Booth Error To the Supreme
Court Of the State Of Wisconsin. Mr. Chief Jus
tice fancy delivered the opinion of the Court
reversing the judgments Of the said Supreme
Court and REMINDING the causes for further pro-
eeedings Ia DE had therein in conformity to the
opinion of this Court.
No. n. Lloyd y Rogers, administrator of Eliza
Park Gusts, Ct al, appellants. Joseph f. Law.
by Mary Robinson, his next friend And
No. p. Lloyd y Rogers, administrator Of Eliza
Park Custis ct al, appellants. Joseph T.. Law
by Mary Robinson his next friend. Appeals from
the Circuit Court Of the United States for the Dis
trict Of Columbia. Mr.. Justice Mclean delivered
the opinion of the Court, disnssng the cases with
costs.
No. S.. The White Water Valley Canal Com
plny, appellants, VS.. Henry Sallette ct al Appeal
from the Circut Court of the United States for the
District Of Indiana. Mr.. Justice Wayne deliver
ell the opinion Of the Court Overruling the motion
of Mr. y Nolan Of 81 for he