The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1860-07-07

cerrmc.sss Incident 70 the DEPARTURE OF
the Hayes Arctic Expcditfon.
From the Boston Journal July1l
An occasion Of deep interest the friends OF scenos
ing Services held 10 commemorate the den ,rtwrs
Of the little vessel Spring HIM. Of the Arctic expedition Il
large number Of gentlemen including sevcrs, Of thu
eminent in the departments science ~ weS
present. The vessel email but staunch and trim seen.
ing by her appearance 10 defy the perils which she =
destined 70 encounter was lying IN the dock nearly ready
for Owing 10 the rain the exercises took place
der large shed the wharf Direction was givea
the proceedings by DR. Jacob Bgelow who said that he
bad been requested 70 give the parting grasp OF hands
the gallant individual and his by the side Of ther
little bark which he trusted spread her sails where
sails never spread before.
Dr. Bcnow Introduced Rev Dr. Lothrop, who offered
fervent and impressive prayer mporing the blessings
o. God upon the vessel her commander and CROW ssa
He thanked the almighty that ha servant permitted
to return 70 the fields Of discovery and asked
revelations Of the wonders Of the universe.
He commented the adventures to the paternal gual
ance, and benediction OF the Creator, and implorM
him 10 guide them 70 warmer waters and an opcn ga
beyond the rigid crcle-make them rcsoute detcrmin
mess or death overtake any or ali Of them grant thse
they may feel the presence and hope Of the Gospel h
closed with fervent appeal that they might be brought
back in His good time 70 their country their kindred
His Exceiiency Governor BANKS introduced. A.
dressing Commander Hayes he said that he had been
quested behhif Of the ladies and gentlemen present v
give him their best wishes for his safety h
he was about to enter There we're thoss present. Va
could better interpret the feelings Of their friends Of the
undertaking than himself But in the name Of those ne
sent Of the friends Of science and discovery ali over
the world he wished him hospitsbe and happy and
porous termination TO his enterprise He had hopes 4
his When he 6rst DR.. Hayes his emotional
power inspired him with confidence. Governor Banks
made honorable mention Of early Arctic discoveries a
England and at the time the belief that
to American enterprise and daring will belong the
honor Of achieving the highest glory in the yet unsx
plored regions Of the North. He said he could act
speak he wished he could Of the expeditions Of Dr..
Kane, Of his discoveries, of his heroic fortitudc.
and the trials which he encountered. The expedition
had filled the hearts of the country with high expeota
tons and though Dr. Hayes had met with difcuhes IN
getting outfit the deepest interest existed In the
try In relation to the expedition was for him and hs
officers and to recoect that glory and suffering g
together No could rise to higher nature without
their trials He ought ao to reool
ect that he charged with sustaining honor Of "
American In conclusion Governor Banks expressed
his individual wishes DR.. Hayes for his success.
Dr. HAYES in response to what had been uttered spoke
as foowsI feel too deeply the value OF this meeting 70
regard II as Nh occasion Of mere Formally would "
myself, but am unable 70 do So This little vosssI,
which has been prepared for perous service
speaks the high appreciation of the which engages
attention, about to carry voyage toward
my sh9 @ nS s'
Of good evil fortune may befal she Is to -
my companion aud support While timber q
her lasts it must be for witness Of your conf
dence and generous aid. can promise you no
thing but my steadfast and earnest endeavor. n
I should fail TO reach the North Pole, l shall ssc-
cumb only where of world renowned daring and psu
dpce and perseverance, have already failed through
some special advantages which attend my expedition
shall be my happy lot complete the observations -
which we aim, the best that do will be more
than fair for the kindness which have received
moi only here but aiso IN New York as we'll a. in rhs
dephis Of vi ch am citizen have received most
friendly contrib and encouragement. shall strive
90 be worthy Of this Joint manifestation Of Lea
hope that shall meet again. and that shall be able u
person TO present to you satisfactory fruits o. ;o exe
you my heartfelt wishes for the prosperity OF you md
His Honor Mayor LINCOLN was next introduced:
He said his Excelency bad already extended go
cheer 70 the explorers as the Governor Of the Con-
monwealth and It was his duty as well pleas are
behalf Of the commercial metropolis Of New England,
TO endorse all that had been said. The sailing q any
p port the departure Of his vessel on such n
sion inspired feeling OF unusual interest," They
would leave warm hearts behind them, the recsleo.
Of the North would still cheer them They were 10 carry
the American flag where no flag has ever before noAted
health and happy return 10 receive the aures which be
knew they would merit.
speaker gave him the highest pleasure to be prescas
interesting OCCASION and to say behalf Of Tie
University Of Cambridge that they carried With them ths
wishes Of all connected with the College nr The
success OF the expedition They carried with Thorn The
hearty and general wish Of the hundreds Of young
the University and in behalf u them he wished Dr Hayes
prosperous expedition When in tho regions OF tniok-
ribbed ice Dr. Hayes would remember that be had thS
good wishes not only Of the United States but Of Harvard
Prof AoAsz was next introduced He said that at al
early times dbusters the sea. In subsequcas
conducted for hope OF advantage buk
now for the rst time vessel EFT the Unitd states viii
no other otct In view than 70 contribute 10 the
.sists came forward 20 dispatch vessel upos psreV
Mr., Evxx:u expressed his deep sympathy with shs
objects and success Of the expedition. Others had
city, and Harvard College Prof Agassir had sposes
for the men Of science not only Of this city and cOaa.
ali present, which they would be glad 70 echo Il tius
permitted He would however, express DIR. Hayes,
the part of the and the world the deep
BILE 70 the danger attending the undertaking. But they
brave resoute and went with hearts made
up 70 meet the hardshps OF the voyage He could wish
that they had elbow this gallant cran, q
that they had consort 70 share their But thog
going better lifted than Columbus on his voy-
age 70 discover America They going with all he
light Of science 10 guide them nth brave men, who VIII
not be frightened at shadows and by the light Of his
experience. might be the viii OF Providence 10 place
before them the impossible barriers OF Ice They might
ind the Polar region frpged with uncouh impossible
mountains Of Ice On the other hand, IL might Be hs
good pleasure to pass them safely through into that pr
Of waters where the Gag Of the world
ceeded their names would be placed beside those Of he
great dscoverers. Mr.. Everett closed with m eoquen1
appeal for the Divine protection Of the vessel and her
officers and crew.
The members OF the expedition were then individually
preset ted 10 the dsstng uished gentlemen present
The vessel viii not probably sail until 70 morrow, owing
70 unaccountable delays.
Among these present Hon. George Folsom, r. Z
Perrepsns, fsq. and Dr. George r. Woodward, membsgs
Of the New York Arctic Committee.
The AWARD IN rlm CASE on rBx PxxnxRfox NIL fs-
srRAScx-ln the o. the upon the Pembertoa
Mil which fell last winter, and the Of which, with
f1p mi le mari rai hv Hrg
the referees have made the following award amounting
t. q !. per cent Of The .e,si s~surances--
y .-S 'dffc frniOcrton Mlaursa,,,in, cD~n.nr a. -
cover o' the said insurance compGotes nrcvcd q, ~.
agrcement Of reference h1 OF 500 SIS in fu Of a