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The New York herald., 1876-11-28
"RELIGIOUS LIBERTY"

THE STATUE TO BE UNVEILED AT THE CEN
TENNIAL GRouNDs-THANKsGIvING DAY AND
IT'S AUrHoR-THE ORDER OF EXERCISES.
PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 81. 1875
Among tho peculiarly appropriate rccognitions OF
national thanksgiving festival announcou the
unveling and dedication ceremonies OF monument
embematc Of religious liberty, which will take place
At the Centennial Grounds Thursday Thanks
giving Dayl The monument has been heretofore
SO fully described that IL Is only necessary
TO refer TO 1t hero group, comprising
thrce figures tho centre life statue Of woman
representing the genius OF American liberty. On one
side OF hor q smaller nGure of boy, bearing in his
hand ian undying nano" typlEes tho light OF religion
that should ever illuminc the path of liberty while
tho other sdc with tho female figure projected
between them TO mark the separation, the State
Is presented IN the form OF an American eagle, whose
spreading wings bear testimony to his sovereign
estate, who the crushed serpent his claws
his hostility to all forms Of persecution.
The entire group Is IN marble, and Is ono OF the
largest statues made this century, weighing 26 900
pounds. II is the design and work OF young Ameri-
can sculptor, Moses J. Ezekiel a native OF Richmond
Va, and later resident OF Cincinnati, Ohio, until
eight years ago, since which time he has been
gagged in art studies at Berlin and Rome. In Berlin
he graduated Academy with the nlghcst possible
honors gaining fellowship that entitled hm to prose-
cute his studies in the latter city at the expense of
the former foundation Increasing honors have thus
far followed him In his career his works having
received the best commcndaton from some OF tho
most eminent critics Of the European schools, while
steady orders IRON people of the best admitted
in Berlin and elsewhere have kept him constantly
occupied in the development and practice OF art
moro recent work of hls subsequent to the statue
OF 'Religious Liberty representing Eve after tho
fail, was ono OF the most prominent features OF tho
latest Berlin exhibition. Mr.. Ezekiel has recently
been elected a member of tho Royal Academy nj
Urbno. Kaphacls birthplace. testimony alike to the
excellence Of his work to the chaste and classic
character of his studies.
ExERcIsEs
The order OF exercises tor tho unvciling and dcdca-
ton ceremonies completed tod day.
The exercises will be opened with an Invocation by
Rev. George Jacobs, of Philadelphia, member OF the
local Centennial Committee. Tho address OF welcome
will be delivered by simon Kahn, OF Philadelphia, and
followed by the presentation of the statue by It's
sculptor, Mr. Ezekel to the Chairman OF the Centen
nial Committee OF tho Order OF B'nai Birth
The unveiling OF the statue has been assigned ia
Alfred Jones, Of Philadelphia, and Albert Ncter Of
New York. Tho ad0rcss OF acceptance will bo made
by AdoIph L. Sanger, OF New York, chairman OF the
Centennial Committee by whom tho statue Will be
presented to the President OF the Order. Other ad
dresses will then bo delivered.
The New York herald., 1876-11-28
MIDNIGHT WEATHER REPORT.
WAR DEPARTMENT,
OFTIcE OF TiIK CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER,
WASHINGTON, Nov. 2S-1 A. II.

WAR DEPARTMENT,
OFrcE OF CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER,
WASHINGTON Nov. 2S-1 A. n.
Proba5iifie&
For Tuesday in the South Atlantic States southwest
winds warmer, partly cloudy weather and stationary
barometer viii prevail
For tho Eastern Cult States warmer, southerly
winds, partly cloudy clear weather and rising
barometer, possibly followed by northerly winds.
For the West Gulf States, warmer. southcrIy shift
10 cooler northcrly Winds followed by rising oarom-
ctcr partly cloudy weather and occasional light
For Tennessee and the OHIO Valley, cooler north
west winds, with rising barometer and partly cloudy
or clear weather.
For tho upper Mississippi and lower Missouri val
leys rising possibly followed by stationary, ba:omctcr
cooler northerly Winds shifting western stations to
southeast and clear followed by cloudy weather.
For lake region, westerly Winds vcering to cooler
northwest followed by rising barometer partly cIoudy
and clearing weather.
For the Middle Atlantic States, warmer south and
west winds, stationary falling barometer and clear
weather.
For Now York and New England, Increasing clouli.
ness, westerly Winds rising barometer and slight
changes in temperatures
Tho rivers viii generally fail.
Cautionary signals continue tho Texas and Now
Jersey coasts and the lakes.
For the New York Canal region the temperature will
remain slightly above frcczinT.
The New York herald., 1876-11-28
HOTEL ARRIVALS.

Lieutenant Governor William Dorstcimer 10 At ~
Gilscy House. United States District Judge William
J. Wallace, of Syracuse, Is at the Hoffman House.
Captain c. p Patterson, Superintendent Of the United
States Coast Survey, is at tho Everett House. Law
renee Barrett the tragedian and Colonel Dickinson
Woodruff United States Army, are at the New York
HOTEL Congressman elect William Claiin. OF Massa.
chusetts Congressional Delegate Stephen B. Elkins.
of New Mexico Judge sclden Marvin, Of PennsyI-
vania, and Dr Magruder, United States Navy, are At
tho Fifth Avenue HOTEL Professor G N. Horsford, OF
Cambridge Mass is at the Aibemarle Hotel Colonel
Robert G. Ingerson, Of Illinois; Colonel Thomas L.
Crittenden, United States Army, and Judge George
steele OF California, are at the ST. Nicholas Hotel
Assemblyman George West. of Ballston, N. r., Is Al
tho Grand Central Hotel G. 4. Hubbard United
States Consular Agent Mayaguez. Porto Rco Ia al
the Windsor Hotel
The New York herald., 1876-11-28
GENERAL WASHINGTON DISPATCHES.

WAsHIScrox, Nov. %, 1875.
THE UNITED STATES AND THE MEXICAN JOINT
COMMISSION.
Sir Edward Thornton tho umpire OF the United
States and Mexican Joint Commission, has made rc-
ply 10 applications for tho rehcarng of tho following
named cases, some OF which heretofore decided
in favor Of the claimants Joseph w. Hale, r. w.
Latham, George W. Hammckn, J. NJ Burnap, Ben
jamin We'll, the Louisiana Apra Silver Mining Com
pany, J. W. Miller George White, Manuel del Barco,
Rogue Garaty Augustus L. ST. John and Bishop
Thaddcus Amat and Others tho latter having received
an award against Mexico Of $1,000,0OO in what Is
known az the 'Pous Fund" Alfred A. Green,
OF California also among those who asked for
hearing the Commissioners having decided against his
cm for $685. 900 Tor his cotton plantation, destroyed
in sinaloa and his silver mines, taken from him by
force in Durango. After review Of the powers OF
tho commission the umpire says he has been forced
into the conclusion that no has authority rchear
the above mentioned At the timo he will
not admit wholly Denies the Inference which will
generally and naturally be drawn from The observa-
tions madc by the agent OF Mexico that any stain
attach to honor by OF his rcusSi to rehear
these claims.
The New York herald., 1876-11-28

the Pandora In ncr recent trip to the Arctic regions
wil next spring again attempt the Northwest passage
n that vesjsL
AMERICAN NAVAL MOVEMENTS
The United States steamer vandaa sailed from Vile
Franchs yesterday for smyrna and constantinople
AN AxGLo-AxERicAS MARRIAGE
The marriage OF Mrs Ives, daughter OF Mr.. John
Lahrop Motley, the American historian, to the we'll
known English statesman, Sir William G. G. Vernon
Harcourt Member OF Parliament for the city OF OK
ford viii be celebrated at Westminster Abbey Sat-
urday ncxI
BRITISH GRAIN TRADE
The Mark Lane Express, in it, weekly rcview OF tho
British trade, says
Tho Seeding whoat plant in consequence Of
so far favorable weather, still preserves
healthy appearance There has been no
farther spread OF the potato disease In
Ireland. Tho crop, though doubtless suffering from
blight in some districts has not on tho whole becn
affected to any alarming extent The present aspect
of trade appears sufficiently strong to justify farmers
in holding back wheat long possible con-
tnuance OF tho supplies OF homo grown grain.
both in London and country markets, indicates
pcctation OF an advance
xSGLIsH WHEAT HELD BACK
English wheat Saturday advanced . shilling 10
two shings per quarter at majority Of provincial
at that Improvement while IN Mark lano tho
samples Offering Monday fetched fully previous
prices. Tho local tr~de during the temporary luli in
political Affairs has rognined its natural balance,
healthy tone prevailing. although business has Eot
been brisk This however scarcely be expected
when imports being daily added to by the numer-
Gus arrivals from ports which arc cebound during
winter.
ARRIVALS OF RUSSIAN WHEAT.
Tho week's imports have been thus swclled by nu-
arrivals OF Russian wheat, while tho quantity
on passage has also Increased, there being about
1000 600 quarters afoat shipments from California
for This increase Tho supply from all other
usual show a diminution compared with
tho corresponding period last year. The enormous
crop tho Pacific Slope has been the single great
exception to the general rule Of short harvest If
the United Kingdom is its ultimate destination apprc-
tensions 10 future prices might be justly enter
tained. The Continental demand may relieve Of
considerable quantity.
MAIzK ADVANCING,
Maize In London has recovered It's late depression,
and advance Of about sxpcncc having been realized
Of the Continental demand. Several cargoes
or the been taken for Continental ports,
especially Bremen, at higher prices than United King
dom buyers wcro at first willing TO pay,
although thoy subsequently had to allow tho advance
ports OF call and limited business at firm prices
spEcIE NEW YORK.
One million dollars In American eagles with
drawn from the bank yesterday for shipment to New
York
The New York herald., 1876-11-28
OBITUARY.

GENERAL DE GoNDREcoURr, FRENCH NOVELIST.
Henri Angc Alfred, General do Gondrecourt, tho
well known novelist, died recently in Franco Ho
was native of Gnadaoupc, in the West Indios which
place he left for Franco a; an early age He entered
the Military School at ST. Cyr with tho intention Of
joining the cavalry service. Alter three years. hard
study In 1887 he sent to Agiers and rapidly
In rank. In 1852 he was appointed Lieutenant colonel
Of tho First regiment OF Chasscurs Ia 1855
Colonel of the Sixth and in 1859 Brgadcr
General On tho 18th OF August, 1865, ho was m adc
Commander OF the Legion OF Honor. At the end Of
the year he placed In charge OF Military
School at st. Cyr AS writer his merit was never
contested. His nrst production ''Derniers Kcr-
rem, an episode taken from the Wars OF the Roses
which was published In lS44, received with great
favor. Among the thirty odd novels which he wrote
may be mentioned Mcdine u'.Mnrquisc dc Candeuil,
"peches MIgnons," I'm Ami Diaboiiquc," .Bout do
rOrciIlc" 'Gucrrc des Amourcux." 'Gencra Char
dcn," Pays do IN Peur ''Surgcnt La violctte" and
'Io Rubicon.n
The New York herald., 1876-11-28
THE FINE ARTS.
GREAT ARMY.
LIFE STUDIES OF

LIFE STUDIES OF THE GREAT ARMY.
This is the title Of series Of forty etch ngs by Mr.
Edwin Forbes. which have lust been published They
constitute valuable work OF art and illustrate the life
OF ;he Union soldier during the years 1862 3-4-5 in
which Mr. Forbes was special artist with our armies
They are admirably drawn and full OF spirit variety.
ranging from scenes Of fierce battle to the humorous
incidents OF the camp All the phases OF military lilo
are effectively and accurately shown The 1rst proof
sheets OF this work exhibited in Newport at
the Centennial Exhibition and were bought by Gene
raj Sherman for the United States Government and by
tho Union League Club Of New York. The ellie
Studies arc sold only by subscription, and the sole
agents for the United States Messrs. Samuel
Walker Co., No. 4s Bcekman street. New York.
The New York herald., 1876-11-28
BOSTON VANDALISM.

REMOVAL or HISTORICAL PAINTINGS FROM
YASEUIL HALL TO THE ART MusErA-THE
CRADLE OF LIBERTY ROBBED OF ITS TREAS
UREs.
[Dr TELEGRAPH TO THE HERALD
BosToS Nov. 81, 1876.
Old Fsncu Hall, that boastcd scradlc OF liberty" OF
which Boston has SO proud during past decade
has to-day been stripped of renowned glory by the
removal OF those historical painting gs of Revolutionary
character which have ever been among the chief at
fractions OF the ancient edncc The outrage has been
resisted in city government meetings for several
weeks, and many and eloquent the Centennial
orations which pronounced against the removal,
but in numbers the municipal vandals werc
the strongest In accordance With this vote
ihe paintings this afternoon removed 10
the obscure institution known the Art Museum,
situated somewhere out the Back Bay in tho neigh
bcrhood OF the Brighton Cattle Yard The work ot re-
moval occupied the entire day, and was witnessed and
denounced by many indignant citizens. The first PIC
turo taken IRON the hall that General Knox, by
stuart which hung on the east end OF tho front GAL
lery. Next came that Of John z. Adams, by Page,
near the south end OF the gallery directly oppo
sitc the Speakers desk then followed that OF John
Hancock. by Copcy Near the centre OF tho same GAL
lery was the portrait OF Samuel Adams, by Copcy.
On the west gallery opposite the Speakers desk and
last OF all, came Stuart's famous portrai; OF
Washington which was the south wall, on the lett
OF the platform, with the'sgn
to the city in 1S06n Tho portraits were carefully
wrapped mp, put into two wagons and carried to tho
Art Museum.
In this connection may be stated that the dealers
in works OF art estimate tho lowest cash value OF
the portrait oil Washington about S25, 900, ana the
others named at about 50, 900 each. The original
sketch OF the Washington portrait was presented by
Mr. Stuart TO j. T. Davis, at whose death II was sold
10 Ignatius Sargent for ST. 500 II exhibition
at the Old South Church.
The New York herald., 1876-11-28
rHB SUGAR AND TOBACCO cRoPs--THE PROS

THE SUGAR AND TOBACCO CRoPs--THE PROS
PECr 80 FAR FAVORABLE.
HAVANA, Nov. p, 1870
Cano grinding commenced November Is on
several sugar cstates but met with poor results.
Tho cano was found to be unscasoned, in
consequence of long drought. Since then, how
ever rain has been abundant. and many planters
will begin grinding within fortnight Contracts for
future delivery tho crop reported to have
been closed tho ou,ports at TX "a reals gold, for
fair to good refining muscovado. and IL reals eod for
ccntrfucals the amount sold aggrcgating 900 hogs
heads The prospects OF the coming tobacco crop are
fnr favorable.
The New York herald., 1876-11-28
SUICIDE OF A JERSEY LAWYER.

Intelligence has been received in Newark OF the sui
cidc at Burlington, Iowa. Of Robert s. Durling, a
young lawyer Of the former city. The circumstances
attending tho event OF very sad character Dur
ling was educated for the Bar in Newton ~ J.. his
fatncr respectable fnrmcr being Ambitious that his
son should make mark In tho world From
Newton he went TO Newark to prac-
therc being already ovcrcrowdcd Failing 10 lind en-
ploymsnt he took Grecloy advice and went Wcst
Here he was II possible, less fortunate than in the
East Finally, alter vainly STRIVING 10 cke out Iiv-
ing no took heavy dose OF laudanum and put m ond
10 hts life Through the trademark Of Newark hat
ter In his hat his identity was discovered
The New York herald., 1876-11-28
MILE. KATE MoEENsr, PRIMA DONNA con-
TRALTO.

cablc despatch announces the DEATH by typhus
fever at the Mason Dubois, Paris OF Mile. Kate No
rcnsi. tho we'll known American singer. Abou, six
teen years ago Mile. Morcnsi made her Grst appear
anco in Italian opera at the Academy OF Music with
Nine. Colson, and became in n short Time one OF tue
popular contrasto artists tho lyric stage Her
voice was Of exceptional richness and power, her
acting characterized by high intelligence and
dramatic finish and her beauty OF appearance on the
stage the hearts Of all. After many uiumphs ia
Italian English opera in this country she went TO
Europe 1865, and there funlcd engagements all
the leading opera houses from London 81. Peters
burs. In 1868 she the leading the Royal
Opera House, Madrid. After short visit TO her M
tive country few seasons later, Mllc Morensi re-
turned 10 Europe. In her death tho American lyric
stage loses Of IT'S brightest ornaments and her
numerous friends a lady cndearcd to them by the
choicest womanly qualities.
The New York herald., 1876-11-28
THE FOX HUNT AT HACKENsACK.

To THE EDITOR op THE HERALD
AS there is likely to be fun at the meet at
Hackensack next Thanksgiving Day few words to
the gentlemen VINO think Of taking their hunters
may not DO if-Apportunc. Rcynard, once away, win
give long rum ~ is way they have there. No
comparison csAYve htly made Of tho advantage they
posse in fJosBoss, unlavorablc to them to their
kindred on tho other side OF the water. clever
hack and first class hunter will find plenty OF employ.
mcnt for each rider. At Hackcnsack may bo found
ono Of The stiest OF countries AMI the frequency %
the post and rails tied ienccs, bitches and bull
inchcs makes hunting there to terminate agroeably
cautious and severe all tho time, trying on man
and beast The writer has hunted there with
Dopoughoe Sr. md the junior. The latter, am in
formed be the hunisman upon tho present occe-
sion. The elder Donoughoc goes aioot The junior
has usually a.good mount. pretty look at bat
clever creeping at which style OF country
work he is m adept seldom having his animal
fatjrucd Evcn at tho end OF long run lot the bows
look out for him.
Some good advice riding TO hounds 10 now recalled
10 mind, the authority is excellent, l may say. Let
every rider take Of his and not attempt
to deprive leader OF the line which he has chosen
by adoption Of this rule all ostlng In riding the
same weak places is avoided which Of the most
dangerous PRACTICES which can be attempted in tho
huntinR Neiat LOT lnstauCc tWO men FtolnE
At each other would be constantly gong together al
gap their part OF fence neither would give way. and
The two horses rising the moment one OF them
or BOTH would inevitably ali into tho ditch, which is
nasty fall both horses being down alongside other
there is groat risk not only Of bad TALL but Of kick
IRON the opponents horse There will be familiarity
among our New York men with the country no land
marks known them Of their bearing upon the COW
crt the most kcIy point OF the fox. Keep near the
hounds but don't head them. Near-slghted men will
REQUIRE strong glasses; II they loso their place they
viii not DO likely TO regain IL Unless you feel conh-
dent death is al hand don't ride your horse until
he is blown. pull at thc right umc works wonders
q slight detour from headands or ooipaths will give
you gain those who disdnn 10 leave the line
few yards but kick their horses along over high
ridge furrow In wet clay at pace which horse
can bear for more than mile or two In sucn a cosn-
try After leaving the Lodi forests Monsieur RcynMd
has a Partially Tor Saddle Rvcr. There tho
field may be ba1ed lew Of tho leading
hounds may venture across. / question whether
the pack will unless ths horses and hounds, - well ~
The New York herald., 1876-11-28
DETERMINED SUICIDE.

Last evening rs tho ferryboat Warren was entering
tho slip at the foot OF Broadway, Williamsburg
young tho stern OF tho boat was seen to place
a vial TO his lips, drink It's contents and then leap
overheard Strenuous Efforts were MADE TO rescue
him, and no noatcd In the swift tide past the dock
loot OF North Sixth street he seized bv a boat
hook and then drawn tho DOCK only to die almost
Immediately. He seemed to bs about twenty-five
years OF age with light hair and mustache. His ap-
parc brown frock coat, tweed vest and pants
black nccktie. white Shirt undcrshrt, drawers and
socks and new congress gacrs. Tho body was taken
TO Gaaghcr's Morgue Fourth street.
The New York herald., 1876-11-28
UNDER SENTENCE OF DEATH.

THE NEW JERSEY COURT or pARDoSs CoNsID-
ERING THE CASE OF JOHN HENRY scHwAMB
[BY TELKGRAPH TO THE HERALD.
TRENTON, Nov. 81 1875
Tho Court Of Purdons session three hours to-
night considering the Of John Horny schwamb,
who under death sentence In Jersey City. The
court adjourned until tomorrow morning, when It is
expected that decision Will be arrived at The
looks favorable Tor Schwamb
The New York herald., 1876-11-28

riders arc well Bred and the blood is up. and show
them the way l am Informed that the ndomuabie
Mr.. Blasson 10 be there. II will amply repay all
who 80 II they watch his superb workmanship az
this sport, and trust that he Will have as good .
mount as he did upon tho last occasion, which was the
famous Hackcnsack hunt last winter, for then she
days success will not bo entirely dependen: npon
Gu6u PIGSKlN.
The New York herald., 1876-11-28
MEXICO.

THE PRESIDENCY CLAIMED By IGLEs,As, THE
CHEZ JusTICE--HIs PRETENsIoN SUPPORTED
BIZ DIAz-oUTRAGE ON AMERICAN CITIZENS.
BROWNSVILLE, Tex, Nov. %, 1870
courier arrived to-day from Guanajrato the native
State ot Iglesas Chief Justice and cco Vice Pres
OF Mexico, with Iglesias had assumed tho
powers Of President Of the Republic, in default ofa
legal election. and had appointed full Cab
inct and other federal on Tho people
of Guanauato enthusiastic In his support, and
had raised large sum Of money to his gov
ernmcnt Tho Diaz revolutionists all recognize
Iglcsias the legitimate Pre- sidcnt Matamoras
tho only place east Of the Sierra Madrc
Mountains held by the partisans of Lcrdo.
An agent OF Igcsias Is here said to be
mander will the city to the government
The Lerdo government had acknowledged the English
debt and it reported they have negotiated a further
loan OF 0o0 000 which has excited national feeling
against Lcrdo.
OUTRAGE AMERICAN CIrIzRxs.
Five American citzcns went over to Matamoros
yesterday on a visit and nsultcd and assaulted
by Mexican officers and then arrested and. thrown
into prison. This morning they fined from
$50 10 $3.50 each, with the alternative
OF two months hard labor on the public
works This outrage has created profound excitement
on this sido OF tho river aud hundreds OF men are
offering themselves TO aid In rescuing tho Americans
if necessary Unless tho United States govern ncnt
take steps prevent repetition OF these outragcs
there great danger of early conflict on this border
The New York herald., 1876-11-28
FIRE IN CHICAGO.
FOUR PERSONS sMorHEkED AND PERISH IN
THE FLAMES.

THE FLAMES.
CHICAGO. Nov. 81, 1870
A fire nt an carly hour this morning destroyed a
number Of frame saloons and eating houses on West
Madison street. near Canal Tho loss is estimated at
$4,000; insurance small Four persons pcrisned in
the namcs They were inmates OF tho house No 2s
West Madison street. which was occupied as rcstau-
rant, kept open all night and owned by Henry Cock
roll The names Of tho victims Emma Burt,
Agnes Hcaly, George lode anu James Allen. Their
charrcd taken from the ruins this aftcr-
noon. IL is evident that they were by the
flames while attempting TO escape through long hall
way which communicated win stars that hat been
burned away. Allen was tailor and came here Two
weeks ago from Boston. where he leaves wifc and
children. But for tho energy and daring OF Captain
Bullwimkc. OF tho Fire PATROL tho loss or lie would
have oocn much greater.
The New York herald., 1876-11-28
BRITISH OCEAN MAILS.

TORONTO, Nov. 81, 1876
The Globe Of to-dny says:"lt is understood thnt the
government havo given Messrs. H. & A. Allan the re-
quslte notice that their will bc required after
a certain date ship and land tho mails to and from
Great Britain HALIFAX instead Of Portland during the
winter months"
The New York herald., 1876-11-28
ART SALE.

There will DO important sale OF pictures. mostly
bv local artists at Matthew'S Art Gallery. beginning
to-day and continuing Tomorrow. The collection in
cludcs somc hundred pictures, many OF them OF high
merit aud representing the best casols OF our natvo
school Many OF the works come directly from the
studios Of the artists
The New York herald., 1876-11-28
OUTRAGE on AxRRrcAs crrrzRys.
GU BA.

FRESH ARRIVAL OF SPANISH TRoOPS-PRos-
pEcrs or THE SUGAR AND TOBACCO CROPS.
HAVANA, Nov. q, 1876.
4 Spanish man Of war and two transports have ar
rived here with 5000 troops. Tho total number OF
troops which have arrived here up 10 this date is
OO0