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FRIEND
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CONTENTS
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News from Mlcmnesia
11.1.1 OS the Bethel
The A tinual Report of 11. S. 11. Society
Marine Journal,Ac
THE FRIEND.
DECEJinER 1, 1802.
All persons having money in their
hands due for the Friend, will please forward the same at the earliest opportunity.
This number closes the year. Honolulu subscribers will be presented with their bills.
No bills have, as yet, been presented for the
year 1862. It is not our practice to demand
pre-payment for the Friend, except from foreign subscribers.
Subscription price, one year
Foreign subscribers, including
$2 00
postage... '1 60
We would acknowledge a package of
books from friends of seamen, in Philadelphia,
for gratuitous distribution among seamen. These
books were kindly procured and sent out by
Miss Snowden. through Mrs. Chamberlain of
Honolulu. We would also acknowledge a single
volume of " Plain Words to Young Men,"
from A. Martien, a book publisher of Philadelphia.
The Rev. J. S. Green, of Makawao,
preached an interesting thanksgiving sermon, at
the Fort Street Church, on the 27th ult., the
day set apart for that purpose. Text, Luke
16 5, How much owest thou unto my Lord ?"
Many were the reasons which he enumerated
for thanksgiving, religious, political, social and
domestic.
: "
The absence of the Secretary of Sailors'
Home Society prevents us from publishing minutes of the annual meeting, and Treasurer's
report, but we are most happy to report the
Institution free from debt, and officers duly
elected for coming year.
It is expected that vessels will leave
Honolulu, touching at the Micronesian Islands,
where our missionaries are located. Persons
wishing to write cannot forward their letters, Ac,
at too early a date.
1862.
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,tDlh Smts, Col. 19.
Hawaiian Independence Day.—The 28th of
November was duly observed as a national holiday, in commemoration of the acknowledgment
of the Hawaiian Kingdom as an Independent Arrival of the Morning Star Changes in
the Mission Rev. G. B. Snow removed
Nation, by the two great powers of Europe,
England and France. The day was rendered from Strong's Islani to Ebon Caroline
Islands Ronokiti Station Building a
still more memorable, by the Confirmation of
new Church Strong's Island—EncourTheir Majesties, as members of the new " Reaging prospects of the Mission A misformed Catholic Church" recently established,
sionary needed A Bethel Shipmaster
by Bishop Staley and other Missionaries sent out
Great change among the people of Strong's
from England. The ceremony took place at the
street.
Island
Cathedral
on
Kukui
Effect of missionary labor Martemporary
shal Islands—School Examination Letter
Donations for gratuitous circulation from Rev. Mr. Thane Gilbert Islands
War Letter from a Hawaiian Missionary
of the Friend always gladly received. As yet,
(a translation) Letter from Rev. H.
50
have
been
received
for
this
pur$52
only
Bingham.
pose this year, while the editor has distributed
papers gratuitously, costing over 8150. Will
The Morning Star arrived on the 15th of
not the benevolent lend a helping hand, so
that we shall be able to close up the year November from her sixth trip to Micronesia,
having visited during her absence of about
without a debt?
five months, all the mission stations on the
CARD.
Gilbert, Marshall, and Caroline Islands.
Ponapk, (Micronesia,) Aug. 1, 1862.
We were favored with full and interesting
To their numerous friends and benefactors at
American misHonolulu and tbe Hawaiian Islands, the brethren communications from all the
and sisters of the Mincronesia mission sentl sionaries, and some of the Hawaiians. The
greeting.
intelligence now received is not only interFirst of all, permit us to express our thanks
never
for your sympathy and kind remembrance of us esting, but remarkably encouraging,
reof
gifts.
and
We
have
been
first
in your prayers
more so since tSe
establishment the
minded of your deep interest in us and ot your mission in 1852. There have been no deaths
liberality in providing for our temporal wants.
May you receive the richest of all rewards—the in any of the mission-families during the
consciousness of doing good.
past year, except those of Mrs. Doane and
Permit us also to ask for a large share in your
child,
which occurred in Honolulu. Before
prayers, that God would continue to as his
smiles, and soon make these islands reflect the remarking upon the separate stations, we
same genial light and love which now so signally would state, that the following changes have
characterize yours.
As a more formal expression of our hearts, the been made in the mission. Mrs. Sturges,
following resolution was passed at our general who came to Honolulu last year; has returned
meeting:
her husband and station at Konokiti, on
Resolved, That the various donations for our to
health and comfort from the friends of missions Ascension; her health.was much improved
at Honolulu and the Hawaiian Islands, call forth by the trip to Honolulu. The Rev. G. B.
our grateful acknowledgements, and make us feel
have been removed, by the
that we are not forgotten by those we love and Snow and wife
are not alone even in our isolation upon these direction of the Board in Boston, from their
isles of our loved Micronesia. While we are un- station on Strong's Island, or Kusaie, to
able to make suitable returns for the many
be
kindnesses of thisand post years, it rejoices us to Ebon, one of the Marshall Islands, tp
know that our Divine Master has said, " Inas- associated with the Rev. Mr Doane, and A ea
much aa ye have done it unto one of the least of
Konoa and family returned to Honolulu.
these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.'
These Hawaiians expect to return next year,
B. G. Snow.
A. A. Sttracxs,
to resume their labors at the Gilbert Islands.
NEWS FROM MICRONESIA.
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THE FRIEND, DECEMBER, 18 6 2.
last year were stationed, the one on the
Marshall Islands, and the other on the Gilbert Islands.
In sketching our notices of the missionstations, we shall commence with that of
Ronokiti, where the' Rev. Mr. Sturges has
been laboring since 1852.
Caroline Islands.
Ronokiti.—This station is upon the island
of Ascension. Our letters from the Rev.
Mr. Sturges were dated November 14,1861,
and August 2d and 4th, 1862.
We copy as follows t
"November 14th, 1861.—1 hove regularly
visited the Shalong station monthly, race
the Morning Star left. All is quiet. The
chiefs and people have respected the property. Nothing has been disturbed, and I
went among them with the greatest pruat Shalong does
dencj. The little church
well. Jaomautou is one of the noblest of
men—he is a christian. It is my purpose to
visit them as often as once a month this
year, but the journey is a wearing one, and
then how little good can be done by a short
visit. They much need some one to reside
Will not your Christian
among them.
islanders remember them in their petitions
to the Throne of Grace."
Editorial Remarks.—The Shalong station
is near twenty miles from Ronokiti, and we
can testify that it is a most difficult and
wearisome journey. In consequence of the
tides, it must be performed, partially by
night, and the weary voyager is in danger of
being left high and dry" upon the coral
"
flats, several miles from land.
Return of the Morning Star.—On the
return of the missionary packet, Mrs. Sturges and children returned to Ronokiti, and
in view of their return, the Rev. Mr. Sturges
thus writes under date of August 2d :
" The Morning Star returns and brings to
the lone one, the light of home, so we are
again a united family; what favored ones
we are j how can I be thankful enough for
the kindness shown my dear family whilst
absent from their home ? How much we
have to assure us that we are near by a
world offriends ; that we are not out of mind
though far away out of sight.
" I think your visit to Micronesia must have
done you good, as it certainly has us ; and
we hope this interest in these lonely islands
will continue.
hear of the effort of our little
" Youto will
church
put up a house of worship, which
they have much needed. Next time you visit
us we shall hope to Invite you to a more
civilized pulpit.
There has been but little of special interest"among us during the past year—our congregation has a little increased in number
and Interest, these have been taken into our
church, and several others are giving pretty
good evidence of being interested In good
things. It seems sad to think of these poor
peoble being left to go back to darkness.
had but few ships in our ports,
" Weninehave
some
in all j they have greatly favored
us in bringing news from friends antl the
busy world. How hard for you to sympathize with us fully, in our longing to hear
from our loved but deeply afflicted country;
battles are fought, and the most shameful of
all rebellions nearly crushed out before we
knew anything of what is going on. Surely
these are stirring times! the day is breaking
when that curse of all curses, slavery, is soon
to be out of the way of the progress of the
gospel, then the world will soon be given to
the King of Heaven ! 1 have long regarded
American slavery as more in the way of
the conversion of the world, than heathenism ; let christian nations give themselves to the Lord, and the heathen will
soon follow! Oh, the blessing of living in
these times, we may hope to see the full
dawn of light! Let us nrottse to the full
responsibility of our position."
Strong's Island. —ln the correspondence of
the missionaries, this island is known by the
name of Kusaie, which is the native name.
It has been occupied as a mission station, by
the Rev. G. B. Snow and wife, since 1852.
He has now removed to Ebon, one of the
Marshall Islands. The number of the inhabitants in December, 1860,was 748. This is
not over one-half what it was ten years ago.
The decrease is supposed still to be in progress. Considering the small number of the
inhabitants, compared with the thousands of
the Marshall Islands, Mr. Snow's removal
was decided upon.
It was exceedingly trying for the missionary to break away from his people, and
the little church there gathered. We have
several sheets from Mr. Snow, presenting the
"lights and shadows'" of missionary life.
In referring to his trials among the natives
—their instability, ignorance and dark-heartedness,
" but this sort of opposition" he
remarks, " don't send the cold iron to our
hearts as that we are now receiving from
another source." Reference is here made to
a certain shipmaster, whose conduct is most
scandalous and disgraceful. Respecting his
course of life, Mr. Snow remarks
" Before
left, I found that he had taken
Capt.
a woman from one of the other islands, and
had her on board—l don't know how long—but
as it was not convenient for him to take her
back, he put her ashore here ! And but for
Jim Fanning," of Ocean Island, she would
"have
remained here, and have found a loathsome death ; but the christian world must
not know these things, and so I will write
something else."
Editorial Remarks.—No class of men
among the Polynesian Islands is more potent for good or evil, weal or woe, than that
of shipmasters and their crews. How far
publicity should be given to the real facts is
a question upon which there is a difference
of opinion among good people. The danger
is, that a class will be made to suffer for
the sins of individuals, which would not be
right, but that sufficient publicity should be
:
given to the base conduct of the guilty to
deter others from trespassing, there can l>e
no doubt. There are now no dark corners in
Polynesia where the workers of iniquity can
hide themselves !
The following extracts from the letters of
Mr. Snow will show, that shipmasters and
seamen can make the missionaries' heart
glad:
left, we had another
Captain
" Before
arrival,
ship Desdemona, Bates, N. 8., an old
acquaintance of ours, that is, he was here in
'53 as boatsteerer, and we found in him a
christian brother—and he then said, if he ever
had the command of a vessel, he should
hoist the Bethel flag ; and, true to his word,
we found that the Bethel flag was run up
every Sabbath. As might be expected, we
enjoyed his visit with us exceedingly. He
had been deeply nfflicted in the loss of his
wife, since he lelt home, " a wife who was
all the world to him," as he expressed it.
He is a man of strong feelings, young and
ardent—his first voyage master. One of the
Sabbaths he was with us, we received fifteen
to our church. A day not soon to be forgotten in the religious history of poor Kusaie.
We have received five others since. So that
now we have quite a religious community
about us. But most of this has been reported to your islands before this by Brother
Doane.
I want to say before 1 go any farther, that
we"most sincerely and devoutly thank you
for your generous donation of latest papers,
by Capt. Lubbers, bark German. You can
hardly understand how eagerly we devoured
all the war-news. That was our latest intelligence, except a couple of Sydney papers by
a passing vessel, sent to us by the mate
through one of our natives. Though an
April paper, it had next to nothing in it from
the States. They were expecting we would
have trouble with England upon the sea.
O that such a disaster may never fall upon
England or the States. How we do long to
hear from the world. But we are too busy
in getting ready for Ebon, to have any time
to be impatient, even if the Morning Star is
delayed into July. I am fearing that we
shall be recalled. Our earnest prayer is
against it. Not but that it would be pleasant enough to see the world and its people
again, home and friends once more, but
what will become of our dear Micronesia?
Who will come to supply our lack of service ?
Ah no, we are not to be recalled, till we are
called to a higher service, I trust. But who
is coming to make us a visit this year ? We
of Dove Island shall not object to seeing
brother Damon here again, provided he gets
wind-bound, and has to stay a fortnight instead of a week. I feel sorry that we did not
make more of your visit with us, that I had
not taken more pains to have gone about the
island a little, and Jet you see more of my
people. But you know how precious every
minute of our time was to us, and the weather
was not inviting for lengthy excursions, as
you may remember. But your visit let me
tell you again, did us a deal ot good. And
your Morning Star papers, I can but hope,
will awaken a deep and abiding interest ir
all our mission.
" Aug. 28, 1862.—And (he Morning Star
�lias come and almost gone. She reached us
July 18, A. M., the same P. M., myself and
family went on board, encountering a smart
squall while in the boat. The next Tuesday
(22nd,) we were at Ronokiti harbor. A touching- meeting was our arrival at Ponape.
Mr. Sturges to meet his wife and family,
after a year's separation. Mr. Doane to
learn that he was next to meet his
dear wife and a part, at least, of his family
in Heaven. Few hearts would have been
tin moved to have seen the bereaved brother
as 1 announced the painful intelligence. He
fell into my arms und poured out his first
trrief in a flood of weeping. Those only who
have received such intelligence can understand the feelings, or measure the grief.
Some will think it strange, perhaps, that he
hardly expected to hearofMrs. Doane's death,
but you will learn of his feelings from his own
|>en, or from his lips, if he visits Honolulu
this year. In two weeks we were plowing
our way back to Kusaie, which we reached
the following Thursday, being drifted much
of the way back by an easterly current,
culms, calms, calms. Happy and thankful
you may be assured we were to find all
things safe, and the little church doing well.
We put a test to the honesty of our people,
that but few might have stood. As we had
to leave in a great hurry for Ponape, we left
our dinner table just as we got up from it,
dishes and all on it, our doors all open—
king, chiefs, and common people in and
about the house, closets and cook-house all
open, and as yet we have not found anything
missing! I cannot think it well that we did
just as we did in leaving things so exposed.
But it certainly speaks well for our people
that they kept thqir trust so well. And the
more so as our house was kept open three
evenings in a week for prayer-meetings in our
large room or hall. Certainly a great moral
change has come over that people. What
like the Gospel to make a people honest, and
tfood citizens? It might have been pleasant
to you to have sat with us and our little
church the following Sabbath, at the table of
our dying Lord, for the last time. It was
our joy to receive three others into church
fellowship that Sabbath, making thirty-two
in all. There are still others who are in a
hopeful way. But O, how they need a pastor, or teacher. We can hardly hope to find
them all running well, should we ever be
permitted to return to see them again.
Though now they are like children of the
Highest, so far as we can now rend them.
1 do hope that your parishioners may not put
-.tumbling blocks in the way oftheir progress,
1 can but hope they may, many of them, try
to encourage them in the ways of well-doing,
and if possible, help them in the way of
clothing, by purchasing such things as they
may lie able to raise, if the chiefs do not
interfere."
Marshall Islands.
The only mission-station in this group
of islands is upon the island of Ebon
Covell's or Boston. Ebon is the native
inline.
It is the most southerly island
of the group. All the islands of this
jjroup are low coral formations, but owing in
the
amount of rain, (hey are well
wooded, and covered with foliage. A niiv
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THE FRIEND, DECEMBER, 1862.
sion has been established upon Ebon since
1857. The inhabitants of these islands
were formerly very savage, and have cut off
the crews of several vessels. The Glencoe,
of San Francisco, was cut off at Ebon, in
1852, and the Sea Nymph, ol the same port,
was cut ofT, at another island of the group,
in December of the same year. Other vessels have there been cut ofr and the crews
murdered. When the mission was establish-
and when even two vessels had been attacked, and
one destroyed by tfcis once savage people. We
feel now the lost sailor, drifting about on the
"•a, will, if here he touches, find a friendly people and home. Within the past year or two, and
on an island of our group, but only two hundred
miles distant, a lost boat and her crew were all
cut off. There were on that dark island no men
of God to bring light to the people. O may the
time soon oonie when all the Marshall Islands
shall be blessed with the light of the gospel.
Your's truly,
E. T. Doane.
Let any one read the foregoing letter and
ed, the chiefs solemnly promised to abandon
their murderous practices. The mission on contrast the state of tr%ps there described
this island has been exceedingly prosperous,
considering the small number of missionary
laborers. At present, there are upon Ebon
two American missionaries, Messrs. Doane
and Snow, and two Hawaiian missionaries.
We have received several letters from Mr.
Doane, and shall lay before our readers the
one bearing date of Sept. 9th :
in September, 1862, with the
state
of the
same island in 1852, when the very spot
where the mission is located was the
scene of the Glencoe massacre, and we think
he cannot but acknowledge that the mission
has done good. We visited that island in
June, 1861, and can bear our testimony to
the reality of the change. Even upon the
principle of worldly policy, and for the benefit of commerce, missions to the islands of
Polynesia should be vigorously prosecuted.
So far from advocating the policy of recalling missionaries, more should be sent, and
that immediately. But how shall this re-
Ebon, September 'Jth, 1862.
Brothkb Damon :—But a few days since, wo
repeated one of those happy scenes here in this
heathen island, we love so much to see and engage in at home—l refer to a school examination.
Let mo give you an outline of the whole affair.
The night previous, and early in the morning of
the day of the examination, our pupils came together from the various islots of the reef. At sult be accomplished ? The Board of Misthe appointed hour, our little church and school sions, in Boston, is laboring under embarbell sounded forth its merry notes—calling us rassments for the want of funds, and our
all to the church. We assembled, and with the
one hundred and fifty pupils of the school, the Hawaiian Missionary Society can barely supfathers and mothers of the scholars and other na- port 1c Marquesas mission. We do wish
the
tive and foreign spectators, the building wus
some
be
bein
subject
might,
way,
brought
The
crowded.
following was the order of exercises :
fore the rich and growing churches of CaliI. A native hymn.
fornia. Has not the time come for them to
11. Prayer.
stretch forth a helping hand to the missions
111. Hymn.
IV. Headers in the Gospel. In this we had in Polynesia ? We are glad to learn that
various classes from different parts of the Sabbath School children contemplate
the island. And between tho reading of thu clusscs, wo hud singing of building a small vessel, for missionary purnative hymns interspersed.
poses, to be called the " Evening Star."
Y. Geography. The names of bays and We want not only the* children
to become
capitals of different countries were
sung; and then questions on the map. interested in this enterprise, but the fathers
VI. Readers in the gospel, and questions.
and mothers of those children, and also
VII. Arithmetic. In this the pupils were extheir older brothers and sisters. We feel as
amined on to DMsion.
of
An
examination
books
the
VIII.
if the time had come, if the subject was prop*
writing
by
missionaries and other friends.
crly
represented to the Pastors and churches
IX. Hymn to tho Morning Star.
of
California
and Oregon, when something
X. Procession—walking from the church
and past the mission houses, and taking seats in might be done, not fitfullyand for temporary
front of my own house. Overshadowed by the
More upon
tall and large breadfruit trees, beneath which we effect, but for permanent action.
Ntt, we sang hymns and talked and eat and this subject hereafter.
prayed. Here we made distribution of the naGILBEHT, OR KINUSMILL IsLANDS.
tive food the scholars hud themselves furnished.
And here was present)*! some two dozen fowls to
This is a range of islands extending north
the Morning Slar—all the free gilt of tho pupils and south of the equator. Only two islands
—und the first friendly offering of the kind this
been occupied as misheathen island hud ever seen, perhaps. An in- of the grouphave ever
teresting fuct wus—our procession was headed sion-stations, viz., Apaiang and Tarawa. On
by three of our young ehiola, one of thorn a the former, the Rev. H. Bingham and one
learner and of the highest rank. And he und
another of the samo rank, were scholars in the Hawaiian missionary are located, and on the
examination.
latter, two Hawaiians and their families.
Thus ended the exercises of that day, having
was commenced by Mr. Bingcontinued some five hours. Good interest was This mission
kept up by the spectators and all till the close. ham, in 1857. The language had never
We felt this wus a happy day for us. Light been reduced to a written form. Mr. and
is breaking in here. We are making some impression on this dark muss of heathenism about Mrs. Bingham have been principally occupied
us. And during this happy day's exercise, I in learning the language, and making trarmcould not hut feel how different toe scene then
from those bloody scenes, when the poor lost lations. In the rank of civilization, these
mariner, if cast ashore, was soon put to death— islanders are much lower than those of the
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,
Biball
or Caroline Islands. They are
much given to war. ' During the pist
a most destructive war has been raging
een the people oT Apaiang and Tarawa.
Tho disturbed state of the people has essentially retarded the missionary work, and
brought a cloud over the bright prospects
which were beginning to appear one year
ago, (see Morning Star papers, No. VII.)
Tho missionaries, however, are far from
wishing to retire andjjibandon the field.
of the Hawaiian
Mr. M. G.
missionaries, thus writes us, under date of
in which our missionaries are situated. It
indicates that they possess the true missionary
spirit, and that they are willing to hold on to
their work amid so many discouraging events.
So far from retiring, they call for more laborers to occupy adjoining islands. A brighter
day is yet to dawn upon the Gilbert Island-
island, they put to sea in a small fleet o
some ten or twelve proas, sonic of them with
in small hope of reaching Mainna. Defeated
thus, they eventually took refuge on Apaiang,
saying that they would die at the grave of
the father of their king ; doubtless, hoping
thus to receive mercy at his hands. Thus
Tarawa fell into the hands of our king—a
ers :
"He directed Te-Kourapi and his aged
a temof our
leeward reef, until a favoring wind should
enable them to reach another land. On the
Ist of May, the Apaiang part of the fleet returned home. Ten Rouu seemed left most in
power on Tarawa. The timely arrival of
Capt. Fairclough and Rnndell. in the brig
Freak, prevented the further banishment of
Te-Kourapi and his party, and on the 26th of
May, the little fleet, under the escort of the
brig, took its final departure, and through
the influence of the two captains, they were
without bloodshed, returned to their homes.
Te Kourapi consenting to the residence of
nn agent with Ten Koua. Cannon were
landed from the Freak- for the defense of the
old trading post, under the patronage of Te
Kourapi, with a battery of six guns, he continues to this day to defy the return of Te
" Apiang, Monday evening, Sept. 29.— grandfather, and blind father, to find
Capt. Gelett expects to saii to-morrow. I porary home upon one of flic islets
might write you pages more, had I time.
I have alluded to the expedition of our people
to Tarawa, and feel confident that you
would be glad to hear more fully respecting
it.
Taihanu, Sept. 17, 1862.
Rev. S. U. Damon —Love to you and all
yours. 1 received your letter on the 2d of July,
und tho newspuperrt and parcels. Great also is
our joy at the arrival of the new missionaries.
D. P. Auiniii is stationed at Apiang with the
Kinghums, and Rev. I>. Kapali at Kbon; and
Kanoa, with his wife und children, return on
account of their feebleness.
(irent has been the protection und loving kindness of God towards us and our three children ;
wo have all been in good health in our residence
in the Lord's vineyard during the post year.
There is much war in our land at this time.
On account of the war and the famine, all the
in the land is seised for the war. The com>n people hate no food, and great is the thiev-
:
i»'l
But our lives were spared—they were not cut
in our dwelling, in this part of tho Lord's
teyard. Therefore, wo can say as Paul has
•ittcn
The riches of this world arevarross.
Ib things which are seen ure fleeting; the unseen things are everlasting."
Again, of the work of the Lord on Apaiang.
Tbe charch-meinbers have forsaken their profession, and have returned to theirold ways. Tbey
do not desire the light, for their deeds were reproved. Though the word of (rod has been here
lor much time, and at this time they do not receive it pleasantly, and their present way of living is extremely uncivilised.
To all appearance, they have no desire for the
good words of Jesus, nor do tbey wish to embrace them ; but their great trust is in the power
of guns and knives, and under the shadow ofbullets and powder, of oo'sand hatchets; these are
riches wherewith to kill men—from day to day,
they dio for these riches.
The missionary-work in this part of Micronesia does not speed on account of this pervcrseness.
opposition of all this land of Tarawa and
jaiang is not ended. They kill, and are killed ;
ey war, and war back.
But I do not believe that the teachers should
ive them for this persistence in their old way,
en till their heads were grey. They do not
m for the hardness of tbeir hearts; they do
t desire the light that they mayreceive wisdom,
d knowledge, and safety, and prosperity.
These are my requests to you First, give my
re to all the brethren in your part of the Lord's
Id. Secondly, pray to the Great I/ird of the
neyard that He would cause this part of His
Id to be fruitful in righteousness, in understanding, in wisdom, in love and in kindness,
without end.
This is my hut thought—l have sent to you a
parcel of shells by the hand of the Captain.
With great love to all your house,
M. G. Haina.
have
a
We
also received long letter from
the Rev. Mr. Bingham. From this letter
we copy the following paragraphs, which
present a vivid picture of the unsettled state
ol these islands, and of the critical position
lie
:"
:
bloodless prize.
"In 1860, Te Kourapi, the king of Tarawa,
put to death a high chief, of whose influence
and power he was jealous. The party of
the murdered man fled to Apaiang where they
found friends and home, though materially
increasing the population.
"About the beginning of the present year,
Ten-Roua a brother-in-law of Te Kourapi,
contrary lo the expressed wishes of the latter,
took under his patronage two agents from an
oil-trader, not belonging to the firm of Smith,
Randell & Fairclough, Upon the arrival of
Capt. Fairclough at Tarawa the latter part
of January, Ten Bona, fearing an attack
from the king, fled with his party to Apaiang,
being accompanied by the two agents, and
on the Ist of February his fleet appeared
off our island, and were permitted to land in
peace at the south end. Civil commotions
in Maraki, drove off some people from that
island, and they also found a refuge upon
Apaiang. To provide for so many new
comers, began at length to seem burdensome
to our ppople. Not long after the arrival of
Ten Roua, Nei-Ariri, the sister of our king
Te-Kaira, an influential land-holder on Tarnwa, came over with her party. So also did
Te Marcra, thefather of two young men who
had married two of our king's daughters.
All these Tarawan parties seemed dissatisfied with their present king, and even eager
to be restored to their homes by Te Kaica.
The office of arbitrator was accepted by him,
and for weeks great preparations was made
all over the island. On the 29th of March,
he set sail with the greater portion of his
fleet for the north end of Tarawa, a part
having preceded him by a day. They landed without opposition, men, women and children—almost the entire population of our
island—hauled their proas up on the beach
along n distance of nearly two miles. The
proas numbered some 325, including both
great and small. Two cannon attached to
the fleet were landed—temporary booths
were erected for multitudes who could find
no other shelter, and the work of devastation
commenced. Young cocnartut trees were
ruthlessly cut down—the older ones stripped
of their fruit—also the pandanus trees and
the taro-patches. Slowly they advanced
southward toward the capital, devastating
almost everything in their progress —in some
places, setting fire to forests of fruit trees.
The king of Tarawa was deserted by a
large portion of his people —the remainder
despairing, fled, almost taking their king
with them by force* who wished to remain
to die, fighting for the land of his fathers.
After reaching the western extremity of the
Kaiea.
" During our absence at the west, one of
his men had been put to death upon this
island at the order of our king as an emissary. On the 26th of August, Mr. Mahoo
paid a visit to Kanoa and Auwai, accompanied by three natives, in a small boat. They
arrived in the evening, and during the next
forenoon, a mob assembled about Kanon's
premises, bent on the death of one of
the natives. They broke down his fence,
made some attempt to enter the cook-house
where the young men were concealed in a
barrel. Konoa stripping off his own coat
and laying open his shirt, begged the savages with cries and tears to kill him first.
The mob eventually dispersed at the order of
the king, and Mahoe was glad to beat a retreat on the morrow, doubtless glad to escape
a possible repetition, of the shameful outrage.
At present, there is no intercourse between
the natives of the two islands. Kanoa and
Aumai have recently visited our brethercu
on Tarawa, and they have visited us since
our arrival, and returned to-day, in safety
we trust, with a fair wind to their wives and
children."
Debt ok the Bethel.— Incidental expenses
for the year, and late repairs, leave a
debt of $142 25 upon the Bethel:
Incidental expenses,
Psiuter's Bill
To paid for lumber, labor, Ate,
$117 06
66 00
144 60
Donations up to date,
$326 66
184 80
Present debt
142 2.'>
We hope the friends of the Bethel will
come forward and contribute sufficieivt to
pay off this debt, before the commencement
of the new yenr.
Donations—For painting Bethel, from a
aptain
Sailor
Ir. McOath
Ir. Baker
'
$7 60
1 00
2 6D
1 00
�93
THE FRIEND, DECEMBER, 1812.
Eighth Annual Report of the
HONOLULU SAILORS' HOME SOCIETY.
We are gathered to celebrate our eighth
anniversary, as a society, organized for the
improvement of"the social, moral, and religious condition of seamen resorting to this
port, by the establishment and maintenance
of a Home of good character." Our Savior
declares that " the tree is known by his
fruit." We are willing that the principle
asserted in this saying of Christ should be
applied to the Sailors' Home enterprise in
Honolulu. The fruit which has been produced upon this tree is good, and always has
been good. Speaking negatively, no one can
rise up and say, that he has been injured by
the Home. It is an institution that surely
has never done anyone any harm, but speaking positively, it has done an immense amount
of good. It has entirely revolutionized the
whole system of sailors' boarding-houses in
Honolulu. It has afforded a temporary home
to many hundreds of young men, during their
short stay in Honolulu. It has been a centre, (including its reading room, depository,
and boarding department,) where seamen
have resorted and found those who are disposed to treat them with fairness, honesty,
and ku-idness. The trustees have always
been exceedingly fortunate in securing the
services of an efficient matron to preside
over the boarding department. Mrs. Thrum
and Mrs. Oat have even done all that could
be done by persons in their peculiarly perplexing, trying, and responsible situations.
Their toils and labors merit a far higher
remuneration than the trustees have ever
been able to offer. During the period of
Mrs Thrum's management, 1,400 boarders
were connected with the establishment, and
since February, 1861, when Mrs. Oat succeeded to the office of matron, 422 boarders
have been inmates of the Home. The testimony of the boarders has uniformly been in
favor of the establishment.
It has been with no little difficulty that
the Home has been sustained, during the
last two or three years, owing to the great
falling off in the shipping of the port. It is
well known, that the principal object for
building the Home was for the benefit of
whalemen; but since 1854, when the project
was started, the whaling fleet has fallen off
from two hundred and fifty ships to twenty
or thirty. Even more than this has been
the falling off in the number of American
and European seamen discharged at Honolulu. To a person not intimately acquainted
with the numbers and character of seumen
visiting Honolulu, it would hardly be credited that, to a great extent, American whaleships are now manned, not by Americans,
but by Sandwich Islanders, South Sea Islanders, Spaniards from Guam and South Amer.
ica, and Portuguese. On board of some
American whaleships, there is scarcely an
American before the msst. The poor
"catches" for several years have tended to
drive young American seamen out of the
business; hence for some years there has
been a constant drain upon the fleet, and the
young men returned to the United States,
and thousands of those who have formerly
been pursuing the whale fishery in the South
Pacific are now fighting the battles of their
country on American soil. Report says,
that New London hns a thousand men in the
war, and a majority of those were doubtless
in the whale fishery a few months ago. The
same is true of New Bedford, Sag Harbor,
and Nantucket. While whalemen are diminishing in numbers in Honolulu, merchant
seamen are increasing.
Under these circumstances, let no friend of
the Sailor's Home be discouraged or imagine
that the institution is now useless—by no
means. Perhaps there are as many boarders
now connected with the Home, in proportion
to the number in port, as there were in 1856
and '57. We are decidedly of opinion that,
so long as Honolulu remains a port, where
even the present amount of shipping resorts,
the Home should be sustained. The goods,
people of Honolulu, we are confident, feel
right upon this subject, and would spurn the
idea of allowing the Home to go down.
That should not be. No benevolent institution has ever paid better, to speak in the cant
phraseolojy of the day. It now pays,
although the dividend is not so large. By
this, we are far from intimating that the
Sailors' Home is, as yet, a self-supporting
institution, but it approaches as nearly to
that point as similar institutions in England
and America, where the friends of seamen
support " Homes" at an immense cost. The
physical, moral and religious benefits infi-
REVIEW.
Noeth AnisicA—Uj Anthony Trollops, author of
"The West Indies ami the Spanish Main," and
several Novels. Published by Harper & Brothers.
1862.
•
nitely overbalance the pecuniary outlay.
Under these circumstances, the Trustees of
the Honolulu Sailors' Home are resolved to
keep the flag of the Home still flying.
In closing this report, the Committee can
not but bear testimony to the friendly feeling
still alive in the community in behalf of the
"Home." This feeling has thus been mani-
Our first notice of this book was very brief.
It merits a more extended review. The
family-name of its author is familiar to all
readers of American literature. His mother
achieved a notoriety about thirty years ago,
by writing a book upon the " Domestic manners of the Americans," which aroused the
indignation of Brother Jonathan, and led the
world to infer that there was something of
truth in the hara raps which Mrs. Trollopc
laid on. On the first page of the book lying
before us, the son refers to his mother's book,
and assumes a little too much, we think, when
he remarks " All that she told was worth
telling, and the telling, if done successfully,
was sure to produce a good result. I am
satisfied that it did so." This is rather cool,
and we are a little surprised, that a man of
Mr. Trollope's literary tastes should have
found anything to glory over, in reviewing
that book of his mother, which was more
remarkable for its vulgar satire, and coarse
portraiture of the Americans, than for any
real talent at correct observation, or-just
criticism. The son avoids telling his readers
about his mother's disappointed hopes, and
her unsuccessful schemes at Cincinnati, or
how much her irritation and chagrin at not
being admitted into good society had to do
with her taking up the satirical pen and
lashing the upstart Republicans. If Mrs.
:
'
Trollope's " Turkish Bazaar" at Cincinnati
had been a success, she would have written
a very different book, if she had written at
all. If we remember aright, her book was
published about the year 1832. A generation has since passed away, and now the son
visits America to execute a plarfknnounccd
in the very first sentence of his rook :
" It hasbeen the ambition of my literary
life to write a book about the United States,
and I had made up my mind to visit the
country with this object, before the intestine
troubles of the United States Government
had commenced." He has now written this
book and a copy lies before us. Upon the
whole, in our opinion, he has executed the
task, which was "the ambition of his literary
life," in a manner more satisfactory than
could reasonably have been expected at the
present time, while there it so much bitter
and acrimonious feeling in active ebulition
on both sides of the Atlantic. Unless we
are much mistaken in our estimate of the
book, it will operate like oil upon the troubled
waters. Let a secession Englishman, and a
thorough-going Lincoln Republican read this
book, end our word for it they will be better
friends after than before the perusal of the
fested :
book. While Mr. Trollope does not profess
to handle the war-question in the United
Mr. N. W. Ladd receipted, as a donation,
$16 00 States, after the style of Mill or Gasparin,
bis bill for the Home and Bethel
89
1»
Mr. C. It. Lewere, his bill, in part
and
he yet treats it in the style of a
8
Mr. 0. G. Siders,
plucky Englishman, who has traveled suffi$4197 cient to know that there are other people
those living upon
worthy of respect,
The report of the Treasurer will show the British Islands. besides
Upon some points, our
from
debt.
that the Home is free
author is pretty severe. He does not spare
S. C. Damon.
those army-contractors, who have connived
to fatten upon their country's treasure, by
Chairman of Executive Committee.
cheating in the supplies for the soldiers. As
Honolulu, Nov. 20, 1862.
°*
�94
THE FRIEND, DECEMBER. 1812.
We can- ica should express himself in tolerable Engadmiration of lish. I was looked upon as something strange
the writer's candor and honest efforts to rise in literature ; a kind of demi-savage, with a
above the petty prejudices and national ani- feather in his hand, instead of on his head ;
"
mosities which exert (perhaps unconsciously,) and there was a curiosity to hear what such
an influence over the minds of so many when a being had to say about civilized society."
His remarks upon books, publishers, copythey visit a foreign land, and undertake to
sketch the habits, manners, and characteris- rights, Sec., Sec., are exceedingly interesting ;
tics of the people. That a staunch and but we are allowing our pen to run along too
educated Englishman, one who gives thanks easily, and we fear, shall extend our notice
to God that he was born in England, in pre- of this book to an undue length. The truth
ference to all other countries, after the style is, we have read the book with intense interof an Englishman described by Addison in est, and if practicable, should delight in
a number of the Spectator, and withal a reprinting long chapters in our columns.
There is only one point more to which we
churchman, stoutly supporting the English
Church establishment, that such a writer shall direct the reader's attention, that is, the
should possess the candor to admit thnt the probable results of the war. He finished the
Americans stand upon a higher level in the book in May last. As he then viewed the
matter of religion and education than his struggle, he was inclined to the opinion, that
own countrymen, is a fact to be placed on there would be a Southern Confederacy, but
record, in our " Index Rerum," and for so that the line separating the North and South
honorable an admission, we, as an American, would be dictated by the former. As for
find it an easy matter to forgive him and his slavery, that is doomed, "If secession estabmother for all the harsh, sarcastic and lish herself, though it be only secession of the
severe paragraphs (arid they are not few,) Gulf-States, the people of the United States
which they have written about America und will soon be free from slavery"—page 286.
Americans. The admission about religion He is far from taking a discouraging and
is the highest possible endorsement of the unpromising view of the results of the present
voluntary principle in the support of our reli- civil war in the United States. He does not
gious institutions, while the admission in see how the North could avoid taking up arms,
regard to education, is every whit as lauda- and fighting for the maintenance of the Constitory of the American educational system as tution. The following sentence administers a
the remark of Train : " The American dis- cutting and withering rebuke to his countrylikes to be complimented on speaking good men, who have turned a cold shoulder upon
English, when he knows that he speaks bet- the North during the existing trouble:
ter English than they do in England. * " They, the Americans, have done much that
We will not quote the re- is great and noble, ever since this war has
* *
•rnainder of this spread-eagle speech, for we begun, and we have been slow to arknow
are of Solomon's opinion, when he says, "Let ledge it. They have made sacrifices for the
another praise theeand not thine own mouth; country which we have ridiculed. They
have struggled to maintain a good cause,
a stranger and not thine own lips."
The remark, referring to "the want of and we have disbelieved in their earnestness"
respect and venerationfor God's word among —page 598.
In years past, Americans have been exthe educated classes" needs guarding. Unless we are much mistaken, there is as much tremely sensitive respecting the criticisms
scepticism and infidelity among the educated and opinions of European writers, but hereclasses in England as in America. In after they will be less so. They will hereregard to the scientific men of America, we after be less thin-skinned ! They are becomwould make the following statement, upon ing very much like the English in this
the authority of Professor Henry of the matter, who boast of their indifference to
Smithsonian Institute at Washington. He the opinions of foreigners. This is evidence
is reported to have recently stated, that so of national strength. Hereafter, America is
far as his knowledge extended, he knew of to become less and less dependent upon other
but one really scientific man in the United nations. This is the tendency of things
States, who could be numbered among the op- during the present terrible struggle. Hereadmission.
posers, or unbelievers in Divine Revelation. after, when America catches a Caudle-lecture
Then too, in the matter of religion, Mr. A statement like this, coming from a man of from other nations, she will follow the examTrollope, ( although a staunch churchman,) such eminence, is deserving of much consid- ple of Him, who has been styled, the father
of his country. It is reported, but not upon
does not put down the Americans as a set of eration.
inventions,
the authority of Marshall, Sparkes, or Irving,
go-aheathen, because they have no established
regards
enterprise,
As
of Washington, but
church! On page 590, Mr. Trollope remarks headativeness, and a smart way of doing or any other biographer
as follows: "In the matter of religion, as things, Mr. Trollope fairly yields the palm to at any rate, the stoty has thus been handed
in the matter of education, the Americans the Americans. Even in the matter of liter- down : one night, the good Martha adI think, stand on a higher level than ours. ature, he is much more candid than many ministered a Caudle-like lecture to her
There is not in the States so absolute an European writers. He does not sneeringly illustrious spouse. He listened very attenignorance of religion as is to be found in ask, in the language of Sidney Smith, "Who tively, and when the " Father of his country"
some of our manufacturing and mining reads an American book I" but admits that supposed his " better half" had gone suffidistricts, and also, alas, in some of our agri- Americans can write and publish " books ciently far, he quietly remarked: " Have you
they out- finished, Martha, if so, let us go to sleep ?"
cultural districts; but also I think, there is that are books," and as for printing,
the
in
Suiting the action to the word, he was soon
veneration
for
God's
altogether,
cheapness
word strip England
less respect and
among the educated classes than there is and quantity of their publications. Out quietly reposing in the arms of Morpheus.
with us; and perhaps, also, less knowledge author does not belong to that class of Euro* Hereafter, America is not going to lose so
as to God's word. The general religious peans spoken of by Geoffrey Crayon, alias much sleep and temper as she has hitherto
level is, I think, higher with them; but there Washington Irviug, in a humorous, but half- done, when criticized and lectured. Her
is with us, if I am right in my suppositions, serious style, in his Bracebridge Hall. "It policy will be that of a nation, more calm,
a higher eminence in religion, as there is has been a matter of marvel to my European dignified, self-possessed, and conscious of her
also, a deeper depth of ungodliness."
I readers, that a man from the wilds of Amcr- intellectual and physical strength, while res-
for poor Buchanan, he does not hesitate to
call him a traitor! He is rather severe upon
Seward. At this »c do not wonder. The
terminatior* of the Trent-affair" is a sore
thing for all with secession proclivities. He
hits off some of the peculiarities of the
American people in a good-natured manner,
which nobody can reasonably complain of.
He is justly severe upon our mewspaper-press.
Some hints about post-office regulations and
rail-roads, might be followed, and an improvement made. It could not be expected
that an Englishman could travel through the
country, and not meet with inconveniences
which would call forth an-occasional growl.
The mud of Cairo an<f*Washington was
doubtless very bad. The off-hand independence of servants and porters at hotels would,
of course, offend a traveler whose ideas have
been formed after a European standard ! Yet
Mr. Trollope lias the good sense to admit
that an Irishman is a far better man for expatriating himself across the water, and breathing the free, wholesome, and invigorating air
of America. Read the following from page
HOO, "The Irishman, when he expatriates
himself to one of those American states,
loses much of that affectionate, confiding,
master-worshipping nature which makes him
,o good a fellow when at home. But he
becomes more of a man. He assumes a dignity which he has never known before. He
learns to regard his labor as his own property.
That which he earns, he takes without thanks,
but he desires to take no more than he
earns," See.
We honestly confess that we are surprised
at some of the admissions which our author
makes in favor of America, in comparison
with his own country. He really clinches
the nail which Mr. G. F. Train has been
hammering at in the Debating Clubs of London. We will illustrate this remark by
referring, ffet, to the matter of education and
religion, dWcussed in Chapter XIX. Read
the following: " The one matter in which, as
far as my judgment goes, the people of the
United States have excelled us Englishmen,
so as to justify them in taking to themselves
praise, which we cannot take to ourselves, or
refuse to them, is in the matter of education.
In saying this, I do not think that 1 am proclaiming anything disgraceful to England,
though 1 am proclaiming much that is creditable to America," &c. This is an important
Such admissions surprise us.
not refrain from expressing our
*
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THE FRIEND, DECEMBER, 1862.
pecting the rights of others, demanding that
others shall respect hers. The reading of
Mr. Trollope's book, we think, will lead the
reader to arrive at this conclusion.
The time is coming, when Englishmen
and the world will understand Americans
and American institutions, better than they
do at the present crisis in their national troubles, and we thank Mr. Trollope for visiting
America just at this present time, and leaving his opinions upon record.
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MARINE JOURNAL.
X3~ chip Ualitei, Mey, reports—Left Liverpool, June 0. Kxperieuced very bad weallier along the Brazilian coast for 50
daya. Crossed the line Atlantic, long. 28 W.—42 days out.
Made 60 8.. long. 06 N Sept. 17. Passed tbe Horn Sept. 21,
and made 60 S. Pacific, Oct. 2,-11 days from the Horn—llB
days out. Crossed the line. Pacific, Nov. 6, long. 120 W.
From the line to Honolulu, 23 (lays, arriving Nov. 20—178 days
XT Ship South Hojfoii, Randolph—First entered the OchoU k
May 10, w here she cruised all the season ; hadfavorable weather
first part of the season, but towards the close il became
very
rugged. In the early part o theseason whaleswere numerous,
but at the last they became scarce and wlkl saw most In lat.
61) N, In July and August. Took the first whale In the fulf
PORT OF HONOLULU, S. I.
May 26, and the last Sept 18in Mercury Bay—22 bowheada in
til. Left the Ochotsk Oct. 7, and had heavy B.K. winds most
of
tbe way. March 5, while at Saypan, the 2d officer, Mr. Obed
ARRIVALS.
drowned by the upsetting of a boat while fast to a
Sighted three vessels tiff the Horn—one bark, on*: ship, lloxie. was
out.
100
sp,
from
the
Arctic.
whole
he was a nativeof sandwich. Cape Cod, aged about 27
Oct. 10— Am wh bark Fanny, Uliven,
years. May 10, a seaman named Kohcrl Tallmau, a native of
1660 Wh, 2-1,000 bone, season j 960 sp, 2160 wh, und one clipper could not tell where bound.
33.000 bone—''correct report.)
Brig Victoria, Dauelsberg reiwrts—First entered the Kanitoiiga, died of consumption.
XT
Haw wb brig Victoria, Dauelsberg, from the Arctic, Bhering Sea May 21; cruised principally in the Arctic, and
Nov.
XT Bark CnlAerins, llepplngttone—Flrttentered the Arctic
with a considerable amount of trade •, 3- casks found the weather very foggy, with heavy gales whales scarce. July, and cruised principally in that ocean. Found the weatlie,
from
furs,
Ivory,
long.
20W.,Aug,14.
Wis
S
casks
cask
173°
Done
bone,
N.,
4
1
only
lat.
68°
20
oil,
wh
two.
bail, and whales scarce and shy ; taw most whales in lat. 69°
Saw
bark Zoe on frel.bt.
nothing at whaling, but enjoyed a lair share of Arctic trade. long. 174, during Sept. Took 4 sperm whales, 1humpback and
a—Am wh ship Harvest, Manchester, from theOcnasak, Put into St. lAtwrence Bny, where we found the hrlg Koliola 10right whalea since leaving Honolulu. Lelt the Arctic Sept.
30*Sp, preparing for winter quarters took on board ber season's oil 21, and experienced southerly winds, gales and calms all the
42 months out, 600 wh, 6000 bone,
1800 wh, 9000 bone, voyage 800 wh, 5000 bone, and ten of her crew, and left for Plover Bay Sept 28, where waj way down. Null.log serious occurred during tht whole season,
on board.
lying the bark Zoe, Simmons, already prepared for wintering
with the exception, or one kanaka being nearly mlrt by a whale's
o—Am wh Iwrk Isabella, Tucker, from theArctic, SO sp. wo also took on board her season's work on freight and three of fin passing within a lew reel ot him, from which severe shock
26,000 her crew Spoke ship John I lowland, Wlielden,/M//. (as usual.) he soon recovered.
800 wh, 10.000 l)ii, seasou ; '20 sp, '2160 wb.
Injuiiil to Sao Francisco.
ln,ne. voyage and on board—39 months out.
Next left
Itcsides 80 brls oil on deck,
«—Am hark Yankee, Taylor, 18 days from San Francisco, for Honolulu Oct. 8, in company with the John llowlanil ; exPASSENGERS.
bringing
proved
with m.lse, etc., to Wilcox,lticlmrds & Co.
which
12th,
favorable,
perienced a gale on the
14th. from the loth
11—Am wh sb Navy, Sarvent, from the Arctic via Ililo,
us through the Y'ounaska passage on the
1700
300
from
Iwiie,
sp,
gale
accompanied
1000
season
a
10,000
N.K.,
50 sp,
wh,
to tbe lsth, encountered heavy
From gas Francisco—per Yankee, Nov. 6—Rev W B Scott,
wh, 18,000 voyage ; 150 sp, 1700 wh, 14,000 bone, with a tearful cross sea we attempted torun la-fore it, but were lady and 2 children, Miss Anna Slott, 1) N Ashmore, S Sexton,
on hoard.
coni|»elled to lay-to umlix storui-niains'iil—for some Thomas Wood, J C King, John M Hutchinson, J G Risigerl. Ah
eventually
llnwland. Long, from the (Vhotsk, it blew violently in squalls, with heavy rani; after that, with
13—Am wh ship
Steerage—J Hughes, Vt G Woolsiy, W Reed, Chaa W
1700 wh, '.'2,000 Imue, season ; 120 sp. 8400 wb, the exception ol nine days southerly wind, had good weather Chuck.
Hilton, W 1) Murdock—l7.
Ixiund
way.
Spoke
ship
favorablebreezes
all
the
42,000 iHine, voyage.
Adeline,
ni»l
Kr.nn San Fkasoisco—|«t Kmerakl, Nov 13—C A\\ illlams,
13—All) ship Kinemld, Slull, 21 days from Sun Francisco,
into Lahaina.
A M Uultlard, A VV Bush, T W Gulick.
with awes to C. A. Williams ft Co.
reports—Went
whaling
on
the
�or San Fkancisco—per Comet, Nov. 16—Mrs laiiiiuul and
XT Ship Ad*line, Barber,
14—Am ship Raduga. Bilnlltt. 147 days from Boston, with ground May 12, and cruis.-d principally in S.W. und Sliiinur child, Mrs Whipple, Mrs Andrew Potter ami child, t apt Jas X
A: Co.
fog
acargo if assorted md-e. to C. Brewer the
part,
th.- sfßiaas. good miilille
thick
Turner, II Luddington, wife and child, L A Macomber, wife and
Arctic, Bays. V» ether hrsl of
14—Am l«rk Catherine, Hepping'tone, trom
W A Otrmrne, Geo Wood, Capt F S
and rain ; latter part, very iKiisternus. Whales were scarce 3 children. Dr Robin
00 sp, 1140 wh, 10,000 bone, season and on bour.l
F Kummet, J
and hard to take saw roost whales during the mouth of August. Kedfleld, Cnpt Chadwick, J Vaaselhalt, J Landy,
3400 wh, 40,000 bone, voyage.
during
passage
the
had
ten
down,
24
Sept.
Lahaina
Joe
Francis.
C Johnson,Mr Aim—2*.
Champion,
C
the Lett for
Morgan.
trom
Hamilton,
wh
W.
ship
Chas
14—Am
days' southerly wind, but after that hail favorable we.-iiber.
For IloN<;koxu—per Rattler, Nov. 24—0 B Farnuin, W 8
Oelmtsk, 1000 wh, 10,000 bone, season 4300 wh,
Took 10 whales (one sperm.) this season, making 25 sp, 550 wh, Kgerton.
38,000 lavas, voyage.
the Ochotsk, 6000 bone.
14—Oklen'g wb brig Comet, Wllhehn. from
700 wh, 10,000 l>one, season and on board '2100
IT Bhip Han rit, Manchester, reports—First entered the
PORT OF
Ochotek May 24 cruised principally in the N.K. Gulf and bays
wh, 20,000 bune, voynge.
days
experienced
rugged weather In the Gulf, but good In the bays,
Sur,
Oelett,
47
Missionary
packet
Morning
14—Am
very
shy.
Saw
foggy—whales
quiteplentiful,
but
ARRIVALS.
though rather
from Micronesia.
during the iiirnlh of August. Took
15—Am wh ship Nassau, Quinn, from the Ochotsk, 460 most whales in the bays
Worth, from the Arctic, 560
June2d, and the last Oct. 3d ; first bow- Oct. 20—Am wh ship Champl
wh. 5000 bone, season 100 sp, 500 wh, 5000 bone, the first right whsle
wh. 7000 none, season ; 220 sp, 650 wh, 7000 bu,
head July 14, ii'id last about Sept. 15, in Shaular Bay. Report
voyage ami on nourdwh,
the
Isaac
650
7000 bone, on board.
Adeline,
exce|*
voyage 105 sp,
15—Am wh ship South Boston, Randolph, from the Ocb k, of other vessels about the asme as theto Ayan— lull. Left the
31—Am wh ship Adeline. Barla-r, from theOchotsk, 24
1275 wti. 20,000 bone, season '2600 wh, 34,000 lm, llowland, ÜBf, which was Imund weather most of the way.
660
6000 bone, sraron -, 60
wh,
months out, 25 sp,
Ochotsk Oct. 4, and had very rough
voyage | 2000 wh. 22,000 lame, on boar.l.
■
=
;
;
;
*—
;
•,
season;
;
;
;
;
i
;
;
•,
;
;
LAHAINA.
;
;
#
;
;
16—Am wh bark Barnstable, Brownson, fm llilo, off ami
and on—lwfore reported.
10—Amwb bark Cicero, Slivers, from the Ochotsk via
Lahaiua. 600 wh, 6000 bone, s%a»on I 80 sp, 1000
wh. 10,000 bone, voyage ; 800 wh, 5000 bone, cat
board.
18—Oldenburg bark Planet, Dallman, from the fvhntsk,
1000 wh, 24,000 bone, season ami on hoard -, 3200
wh, 40.000 Immk, voyage.
theOchotsk, 50 sp,
18—Am wh skip Hlki, Fordham, from sp,
450 wh, 6000 bn, season i 120 3100 wh, 36,000
bone, voyage.
wh ship Champion, Worth, fm Lahaina, off and
vßon, before report'tl
10-jtm wb ship Milton, Halsey, from the Ochotsk, 1000
wh, 12,000 bone, seasou ; 75 sp, 2000 wh, 23,000
Iward.
bone, voyage 1300 wh, 15,000 bone, on s'rnncisoo,
20— Am ship Rattler, Almy, 10 days from Ban
came inside for freight, etc., aud sailed agaiu on
the 24th for Hongkong.
20- Am ship Anglo Saxon, Caverly, SI days from Howland's Island, from whence she came for repairs,
having got ashore there previous to loading guano.
21—Am wh ship Kruiiy Morgan, Whiteside, from Ochotsk,
1450 wh, 20,000 bone, season.
23—Am wh ship John P. West, Tinker, from theOchotsk,
600 wh, 8000 bone, season.
23—Am wh ship Adeline, llari>er, from Lahaina, lielore
reported—off and on.
S»—Dutch ship Galilei, Mey, 176 days from Liverpool
withassorted mdse to Janion. Green & Co.
30— Am wh ship Lagoda, Cranston, from Lahaina—before
;
reported.
DEPARTURE!*.
home.
Nov. 12—Axo wu bark Coral, Slssoo, for cruise ami 5000
empty
16—Am sch Olivia, for San Francisco, with
bottles and 26 brls sweet potatoes.
W_Am bark Comet, Smith, for San Francisco.
It—am wh ship Champion, Worth, to cruise South.
21—Am wh ship Ocean, Clark, for California Coast. New
•21—frwh ship General Teste, Lopes, for coast ol
Zealand and hoase.
81—Hamburg bark Laura k Louise, Marks, for Bremen.
28—Am wh ship Adeline, Barber, for coast California.
2s—Am ah ship Marengo, Skinner 1tor borne.
MEMORANDA.
.-cr Capt. Helen,of theMorning Star, reportt—Theschooner
aSollho, Capt. Bush, touched at ApiangDec. Ist, 1801, and left
again foA-Jtbon same day, where shearrived on the 6th sailed
again B-fctrong's Island, and arrived there on the 10th left
;;
sp, 1000 wh, 10,000bone, voyage; 60 tp, 1000 wh,
XT Bark Imlirlla. Tucker, reports—First entered the Arctic
;
6000 hone, on board.
July 10, and cruised there principally this season found the
pan Nov. 23—Am wh bark Massachusetts, Green, from Ochotsk, 90
weather good lirst part of the season, but aduring the latter
sp. 700 wb, 9000 bone, season 120 sp, 1300 wh,
heavy
of
SeptemUT
had
succession
first
ami
of
of August
17,000 bone, voyage -, 00 sp, 1300 wh, 9000 hone
gales ; whales were plentiful at the lime, but the weatta-r was
on board.
too rough to lower the boats. Tock the first bowhead early in
wh burk Lagoda, Cranston, fm Ochotsk, 200 wh,
23—Am
June in tlte Anadir Sea last, Sept. 28, in lat. 68 60 N., long.
;
all V whales this season.
176 •40
=
=
Saw most
;
3000 lone, season | 300
whales
;
sp,
700 wh. 8000, bone,
W.—ln
voyage 300 sp, 700 wh, 3000 bone, on hoard.
during July. In bit 68 to 50 <= N., long. 172= to 177= W.
Spoke ship Catherine Sept. 10, cutting in at Hie time, with ten
whales, (about 1000 brls,) this season. Left the Arctic Sept. 26,;
PORT OF HILO.
and experienced very severe weather most of the way dowu
took the trades two days before sighting the Islands.
ARRIVALS.
XT Ship Kaiv, Sarvent, reports—First cruised on the Line ;
took two sperm whales In lat. 1° 3» 8, long. 176= 58 X., Dec. Oct. 26—Am wh bark DHrnstuble, Brownson. from the Arctic,
all the sea•22. Kntered the Arctic July 15, and cruised theretime;
600 wh, 8000 bone, season 80 sp, 1200 wh, 18,000
whales
son ; founil tbe weather very favorable all the
bone, voyage ; 1200 wh, 8000 bone, on board.
plentiful In July ami up to middle of August ; saw most whales
bowTook
first
In lat. 69* N, long. 176= W., Aug. 3to 9.
Sept.
DIED.
head Aug. 1, in lat. 69= 22 N., long. 175= 18 W. last,
26 N., long. 173 28 W.—B bnwheads In all. Left
8 laLafS
Sept. 21, and encountered southerly winds and gales
;
=
=
;
=
the Arctic
all the way down.
XT Ship A7im»oii, Qulnn—Entered the Ochotsk June 3d,and
lirst |«rt foggy
cruised in different bays during the
the
weather. Fouiul the whales rulher scarce and shy. TookSept
and
the last
Bay,
June
S.W.
28,
lirst whab (bowhead,)
in
Sept. 17.
In Shantar Bay—B whales In all. Left Mercury BayAugust
19,
and had light B.W. to B.K. winds moat of the way.
Mangea,
a native of Ailutaki,and on the 27th Sept., a native of
both died of consumption.
O- Ship ttanr. Howland, Long—Kntered the Ochotuk May
6, aud cruised there all the season. Found the weather first
and whales
part of the season Ibggy, latter part very nigged,
Septemscarce and shy. Saw most whales in S.W. Bay during
at Jonas
14,
May
ber and October. Took the first bowhead
Island, and thclast Sept. 26 in B.W. Bay—32 In a'l, one of them
gales
made 260 brls. Left the Ochotsk Oct. 7, and had strong winds
from the westward up to lat. 36, after that lightsoutherly
Crow,
named
Jim
remainder of tbe passage. Oct. 11, a seaman
a native of Tahiti,died ofconsumption.
Sea, and
XT Bark Cicero, Slivers—First cruised In Japan
awl cruised
took one right whale. Kntered the Ochotsk June 6,the
w heat
on
there all the season. Found the weallier ibggy
but the
Ground," but whalesplentllul i saw most In B.W. Bay,Took.the
weather was very rough during August and Sept. 1, in Tayfirst whale Aug. 13,In S.W. Bay, and the last Sepl.
Shore
lor's Bay—7 bowheadsand 1 right whale. Left the North
Sept. 26, and encountered heavy head winds most of the way
down, after that had 11 days calm.
first In
XT Ship CAos. W. Morgan, Hamilton—Cruised
Japan Sea, and entered the Ochotsk July 13; enjoyed favorJuue 6,
first
whale
the
season.
Took
IM
able weather mostof
in lat 40= 48 N., long. 138= 58 8., last In Shsntar
17,
Oct
Left
the
Ochotsk
was seen the roost whales.
JMh""
light easterly winds most of the way. Oct. 28, one
and •>™k*)"»
steerers named Ansel Braley, fell from aloftsleveral
the
parts or*»»
in three placet, and wa» severely bruised n
body, andli at present time in U. 8. Hospital, Honolulu.
Sydney, N. B. W.,
XT Am. whale bark IFaverty put into
obtaining proAug. 4th last, for the purpose of refitting and
time
visions She Is 39 months out from home, during which
oil-bone
and
000
brls.
whale
she has taken 1760 hrls. sperm
on thelPri forAscension,aad arrived on thelath. On the20th
the sailed for Duncan's Beef, taking as passenger one Ctpt.
Sewald. Capt. Mushintended to be absent from Atcensioi only
.about three weeks. Whaleshlp Desdeuiona, Batet, touched at
Kbon becember, 1861—oil not reported. Brig Clarence Packet,
■ lorell, touched at Apaiang Oct. 1,18432, nine months out from
.Sydney on a trading voyage. Also, brig James, Weiss, from
aajne place, 4 months out, trading, touched there the same time,
('apt. Havel! reported, off Woodel's Island, while bark Stafford,
Fierce, 24 months out, with 200 brls sperm, hound to Solomon's
Island ; also, ship Gayhead, Lawrence, off same island, with
not reported.
tOO brU spans,' August 21.
season;
1
Pottkk—ln Honolulu, Nor. 7. Charles Francis Massena,
aped 13 monthsand one day, ion of Andrew and Ann Kliaabeth
Potter.
Austin—ld Honolulu, Nov. 17, Charles, infant son of J. W.
Austin, Esq.
Stngk—On the Bth of September lust, at Walwyn's Castle,
Pembrokeshire, England, aged 71, the Rev. Robert Pynge,
youngest son of Sir Robert Synge, of Syngefleld, Baronet, and
father of 11. B. M.'s Commissioner In these Islands.
Astiios—ln Copenhagen, on the 18th of August, Louis 11.
Anthon, Esq.. formerly Consul of 11. M. the King of Denmark,
at Horn,lulu, and latterly Consulof Ilia Hawaiian Majesty for
tlw Kindom of Denmark.
Vv'hittiir—At his residence, Kona, Hawaii, Not. 16, Mr.
.lames H. Whittler, aged about 61 years, a native of Maine,
U. 8. A.
Skoalis—At the Queen's Hospital, Honolulu. Not. 18, Louie
Segalis, aged 49 years, a native of France, for many yean a
residentof these Islands.
Hoxir—Drownedby the upsetting of a boat, March 6, Obed
M. Hoxie, 2d officer of ship South Boston. He was son of Capt.
Hoxle, lurmerly master of the South Boston, and had been seveAlso died on hoard same
ral voyages In the same vessel
ship. May 19, Joseph Talk an, seaman, a native of Rarotmiga
Information Wanted!
Respecting Edward Droken, who waa discharged from ship
Congress 2d, Capt. Btranburg, March 14, IMO. Any information will be most gladly received bj theeditor of the friend,
or by his mother, Mr.. Mary Drohen, M south Main St., Fall
Hirer, Mass.
Respecting Robert S. Fraxier, who left the United States
fire yearsago on board the " Moctexatna," Capt. Tinker. About
two years ago, he wa. on board the u American," Capt. Pease.
HI. proper name it Edward W. kobiiuoti, although he baa
never failed under that name. Any Information will be gladly
received by the Editor, and communicated to his friend. In,
Boston.
Respecting, Arnold R. Juitin, of Providence, R. 1., who
lea the .hip Rodman, about 1852, at Honolulu. Perhaps Capt.
ppencer may recall this man, if so, please communicate with
airs. 0. B. Austin of Providence or editor of the Friend.
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FRIEND
THE
19.
Vol.
9* Stritt, 9vL
1),
HONOLULU. NOVEMBER 1, 1862.
Mo. )].,
Gailor
A
S
a
once
Soldier,
Hospital.
Lahaina
the
in
rateful
CONTENTS
Far Nnrv.Bbrr.
1802.
Prospects of Unci*, Tom's Family
A
Grateful Soldier
or English Preaching in Honolulu
Arrival of the Episcopal Mission
Hawaii i Past, Present, Ac—a Review
Marine Journal, Ac,. Ac
History
PiOB.
"I
A .81
81-84
86
85-88
88
.
THE FRIEND.
NOVEMBER 1. 18«2.
The
Prospects of Uncle
still
Tom's Family
rising.
that the condition of the colored population
was gradually rising. Recent intelligence
is quite astonishing. Not long since, President Lincoln sent for a deputation of colored
people to meet him at the White House!
This is a new thing in the history of the Republic. But in addition to all other news,
President's Proclamation of universal
emancipation of the slaves of all Rebels, on
the Ist of January, takes us altogether by
surprise. Depend upon it, we shall soon
hear of an African army ! General Butler
has already enlisted several companies of
white soldiers, and some that are not quite to
white.
It is a remarkable and note-worthy fact,
that two of the most daring nnd heroic incidents of the war were performed by colored
men, and we believe both were slaves. We
refer to the re-capture of the schooner, the
name of which we have forgot, and the
sailing of the steamboat Planter, out of
Charleston harbor, by Robert Small and his
associates, on the 12th of May. What
General, Major, Captain, soldier or sailor,
has performed a more daring and successful
achievement during the whole war ?
By a late paper, we learn that there is a
call for 50,000 " contrabands" to proceed to
Kansas, to labor upon the Pacific rail-road.
Depend upon it, if the slaves are freed, their
labor will all be needed within the limits of
th« country, and we shall expect to witness a
migration of colored people from Canada
to trie Southern States.
trie
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History of English Preaching in
Honolulu.
—
California mail,a letter was forour care, for the Rev C. B. An- Aw Historical Discourse, Preached in
the Bethel, Oct. 19, 1862, by Rev. S.
Some three or four years
drews, of Maui.
Damon, beino the twentieth AnniC.
Lahaina
Hosin
sailor
was
the
a
sick
ago,
versary OF HIS ARRIVAL, IN HONOLULU.
the
pital, who is, if now living, a soldier of
te
U. S. Army, in the territory of Utah. The
Rev. J. A. Anderson, Chaplain of the 3d
Regiment of California Volunteers, thus
writes from Utah, as follows :
"Dear brother: It gives me pleasure to communicate to you a new proof of the comforting words, " cast thy bread upon the waters,
and thou shalt find it after many days."
Some years ago, a German sailor was taken
sick on your island, and sent to a hospital,
which you was in the habit of visiting.
Yesterday, while marching as an enlisted
soldier in the 3d Infantry, of California Volunteers, a mule which he was riding caused
him to fall before the wheels of one of our
heavy commissary wagons, which ran over
him, crushing his lungs and breaking some
of his ribs. His name is S. A. Myers, and
he desires me to send you the following
message, which I do in nearly his own language.
"Writeto Mr. Andrews, who was and is
a missionary in Maui. He is the first man,
who ever talked to me about my soul. He
first told me to rend my Bible. I was sick
in the Hospital, and from morning until night
he used to be in the Hospital. He used to
talk and pray with me, and read the Bible
to me. After I got well, he got me a place
as a steward in the Hospital.
* 1
want you to tell Mr. Andrews that I thank
him for all the kindness he did to me. He
was good to me and I thank him for it."
The letter contains "much more, in a similar strain. It is gratifying and encouraging to learn, that seed cast at random is
springing up, and bearing precious fruit.
At the time this letter was written, the soldier was not expected to survive.
(ri'RLISHED BY RKO.IK.-T.)
OBNr.sis xxil,
thee."
38:
"This twenty years have I been
with
As I have approached this anniversary, my
mind has naturally recalled some of the scenes
and events, through which I have passed, and I
thought it would not be inappropriate for me,
to allow the occasion to give shape to my
discourse this morning. The children of
Israel weTc strictly enjoined by their lawgiver, Moses, after this manner " And thou
shalt remember all the way which the Lord
thy God led thee these forty years in tba
wilderness." Oftentimes, Moses at the direction of Jehovah, recalled the minds of the
Jews to the dealings of God with them.
The principle is a sound one, that it it not
only proper, but exceedingly profitable to recall the past events of our lives, and by reflection thereon, endeavor for the future to
regulate our conduct, more in accordance
with the principles of the Bible and precepts
of our Saviour.
This day, October 19, is the twentieth anniversary of my arrival in Honolulu. This
I have regupulpit has been the place whereSabbath,
and
larly preached, from Sabbath to
comthe
foreign
and
Seamen
year to year.
munity have been the field, wherein I have
been permitted the privilege of laboring a* a
Minister of the Gospel. My home has been
in the midst of this community. In referring to my own labors, I have thought it
would not be uninteresting to some of this
audience, to learn what had been done in
the way of supplying this community with
preaching in me English language previous
to my arrival. The first English sermon
preached in Honolulu, was upon the 23d of
April, 1820. The American Missionaries
,
had landed, on Wednesday the 19th. In
A sailor met us in the street yesterday and looking over their journal 1 find the following
cruise
gave us $10, merely adding: " During my lest
Record of their first Sabbath spent in Honoboat, and said
*
-
North, I started off one morning in the
$10 for
if we caught a whale that day I would give
for
oharitable purposes.' ' We have devoted one-half
to be used by sailors at the
ptDs ink and paper
"
"
To-day, for the first time, we hava pubon land. \ comud"** o audience of Eurorvean and American reiidwits
I lic" worship
'*
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1 II X FRIEND, MIIIIMIIKK, 1862.
During one of these visits, he fell in with
masters, other officers of vessels, chiefs, sail- in April, 1820. As 1 have already remarkors, and common natives assembled, in and ed, on the first Sabbath after their debarka- an interesting lad about twelve or fourteen
about the house occupied by Mr. Bingham, tion, there was preaching, in the English years old, son of Capt. Carter, commanding
to hear the sound of the gospel, for the first language, which was continued, with but few the English cutter William Little, then in
time, on these long neglected heathen shores. interruptions, until the establishment of the port. On offering him some books, the little
The discourse was from Luke 2: 10, ' Fear Bethel in 1833. Public services were more fellow remarked, that they had some books
not; for, behold, 1 bring yon good tidings of frequently conducted, by the Rev. H. Bing- just like them on board his father's vessel;
ham, than any other missionary, because he they had a library furnished by the Sunday
great joy, which shall be to all people.'
"The theme, the scene, the opening pros- was stationed here, but the other missionaries School in Dr. Raffles' Church, in Liverpool,
pect, the dawning light of a brighter day, were accustomed to preach when they visited of which he had been a member. Mr. J. inthe incipient songs of Zion, conspired to an- Honolulu. Foreign residents and seamen vited the lad up to his house. In n day or
imate our hearts, and to awaken nn unu- were always invited to attend those Sabbath two afterwards, he came, accompanied by
sual joy in our souls, while we listened to gatherings, first held at the missionary's resi- another lad, the son of one of the foreign
the language of the messenger from heaven, dence and subsequently at the native school [ residents, who asked Mr. J. if he would
and seemed to be favored with the special house but when the Charity school house was | teach him to read. He assented with pleaspresence of Him, who was born in the city of built, (1831) the Sabbath services were trans- ure. Very soon another boy presented himDavid, a Saviour, even Christ the Lord. ferred to that edifice. While the missiona- self, nskinir the same favor, and within a
Our singing aided by the bass viol, on which ries were always ready to preach anil labor few days, the exercise became a stated one.''
(J. P. Tamoree, (an Hawaiian educated in lor the spiritual welfare of seamen, yet it Hawaiian Spectator, January, 1838.
Thus was laid the foundation of the "Oahu
the Missionary School, Cornwall, Connecti- was apparent to their minds, that tin; necescut.) played, was pleasing to the natives, and sities of the foreign community nnd seamen, Charity School," which was so successfully
will probably have a salutary influence in required the undivided services of some one taught and managed, by Mr. and Mrs. Johnwinning them to approve and to engage in specially devoted to the work of preaching stone, during the following twelve years, and
Christain worship."
Missionary Herald, in the English language. In order to estab- which has heen continued down to the preslish English preaching upon a permanent ba- ent time, although now, denominated, the
May, 1821.
1 deem this record worthy of more than a sis, an appeal was made to the American " Honolulu Free School," and taught by Mr.
"
.
■
■
passing thought. The mixed assembly.—
representing various nations, nnd embracing
both landsman and seamen, is indicative of
what the assemblies have always been in
Honolulu, which have gathered to listen to
the preaching of the gospel. Honolulu has
always been, more than any other place in
the Pacific, the spot where have centered the
representatives of many nationalities. Here
the dwellers from the
" South Seas" who
gaze at night upon the Southern Cross, meet
visitors from the cold regions of the North,
who gaze upon the Northern Polar Star.
Here the European and American meet the
representatives from India, China, Japan and
other Oriental lands. Our limited foreign
community of two thousand, often embraces
those speaking fifteen or twenty different languages. It has always been so, since the
harbor of Honolulu was discovered, in the
1794, by Capt. Brown, master of the English ship Buttendorth. As I am now referring to events of an historical nature, I would
mention the fact, that the*English Burial
Service, is traditionally reported to have been
read, for the first time, by Capt. Brown, over
the remains of the American Shipmaster
Capt. Kendrick, who commanded the American sloop Lady Washington. Capt. Kendrick, was accidenta]ly killed, by the wad of
a gun fired, as a salute, on board the English
ship Butterworth.
For convenience, I shall divide the period of
forty-two years, during which the gospel has
been preached in Honolulu, into four smaller
periods, of about ten years each ; the first
commences with the preaching of Mr. Bingham, already referred to, and ends with the
establishment of the Bethel, in 1833 under
the patronage of the American Seamen's
Friend Society: the second period, embraces
the years from 1833 to 1842, or during the
period of the Rev. J. Diell's ministry; the
third period embraces those years, from 1842
to 1852, or during the first ten years of my
ministry, and while I was the only Protestant
clergyman preaching in the English language,
in Honolulu. TJte fourth period., embraces
the yean, from 18tft to 1862.
first Period. This period commences with
(he landing of the Missionaries in Honolulu,
Seamen's Friend Society. On the 10th. of
February, 1830, the Rev. Samuel Whitney,
wrote to the Rev. C. P. Mcllvaine, (now
Bishop Mcllvaine, of Ohio) corresponding
secretary of that Society, requesting, in the
name of the Sandwich Island Mission, that
a chaplain might be sent to Honolulu. From
that communication, I copy as follows:—"At
a late meet in j of the Mission I was appointed to write you, as secretary of the A. S. F.
Society, and invite your attention to the subject of sending hither a missionary, to labor
among that interesting class of men, whose
wants have excited your sympathies and call-
ed forth your truly benevolent exertions. In
all the countries to which our seamen resort,
perhaps there is not a place to be found
where the labors of your society nro so much
needed, as at this port. There are about two
hundred English and Americans who reside
on the island. From one hundred to one
hundred and fifty ships touch here, most of
them semi-annually. Their crews are usually from twenty to thirty each, so it is not
uncommon that we have more than a thousand sailors here at once." Sailor's Magazine, Dec. 1830.
This appeal met with a most favorable reception, and the officers of the Society immediately commenced laying their plans for
the permanent establishment of this Chaplaincy. There were many difficulties which
it Was necessary to overcome. Honolulu, via
Cape Horn, was 18,000 miles from New
York—the Society was new and its funds
small—and many other obstacles presented
In the meantime, the missionaries were so much impressed with the importance of the work, that the Rev. E. W.
Clark, and Rev. R. Tinker, were appointed
or expected to keep up religious services
in the English language. Mr. Andrew
Johnstone, a native of Dundee, Scotland,
and subsequently resident of the West Indies and the United States, was appointed
one of the secular agents of the American
Mission, but with the understanding on the
part of the Board in Boston, that he should
devote a part of his time to visiting among
He comseamen, and distributing Bibles.
menced his labor* in Honolulu, in I^3l.
themselves.
G. B. C. Ingraliam. Were this the time and
place, 1 could say much in regard to the importance and usefulness of that school, where
so many hundreds of both sexes, in Honolulu, have been taught during the last thirty
years. I have now alluded to that enterprise, as it grew so naturally out of an effort
to benefit seamen, and was really started by
one of them. I am now led to speak of the
establishment of the Bethel Chapel, in Honolulu, during the,
Secoiui Period, embracing the years, from
1833 to 1842. During the year 1832, the A.
S. F. Society, established three foreign chaplaincies-one in Havre, France, the second in
Canton, China, and the third at Honolulu.
The Rev. John Diell, was appointed to this
chaplaincy. He sailed with his wife and other
missionaries, bound to these islands, from New
London, Connecticut, on the 20th of Nov.,
1832,and arrived here on the Ist of May,
1833. From the annual report of the SociThe
ety, for 1834, 1 quote as follows :
chaplain carried out with him a considerable
part of the materials for erecting a chapel
and dwelling-house. Through the good
Providence of God, he was well received by
the King and principal chiefs, as well as by
the English and American residents, and
was immediately furnished with a place of
temporary worship, and every facility afforded him for erecting the chapel. The foundation was laid on the 29th of July, and the
building was erected on the 22d of last
"
August."
The edifice here described is the one in
which we are now assembled. Externally
it remains the same, but the internal arrangements are entirely changed.
The edifice
was dedicated to the worship of God, on
Thursday, November 28, 1833, when publicreligious services were commenced, and have
been continued with scarcely the omission of
a single Sabbath, from that day to this pres-
time.
From all I can learn respecting the
character and success of the Rev. Mr. Diell,
he was emphatically the right man, in the
" taken great deright place." I have always
light in perusing the letters of Mr. Diell, as
published in the Sailor's Magazine, and his
ent
�THE FRIEND, NOVEMBER, 18 62.
articles in the Hawaiian Spectator, of which
he wasa leading editor. Very frequently
have I met shipmasters and seamen, who
were personally acquainted with him. From
them, as well ns from his missionary brethren, I have became intimately acquainted
with the character of my predecessor. He
was a very acceptable preacher, and most
His whole soul
kind hearted man.
was in his work, yet in its discharge he was
not permitted to labor but a few years.
His health became so much impaired, in the autumn of 1839, that he was compelled to relinquish preaching. As it did
not essentially improve during the following
months, he embarked for China, on the 11th
of April, 1839, having made arrangements
with the Rev. Mr. Tinker to officiate, during
his absence.
Mr. Diell's health continuing
to decline, he pursued his voyage around
the world, returning to Honolulu, in June,
1810. Here he remained for ;i few months
and embarked, with his wife and children,
for the United States, in December, but died
at sea, January 18, 1841, arid his mortal remains were consigned to the deep, there to
rest until the voice of the Arch-angel's trump
shall summon " the sea to give up its dead."
You will pardon me for dwelling thus long,
in sketching the history of English preaching, previous to my arrival.
Third period. This period embraces the
first half of my ministry in Honolulu. I
would thus divide my ministry, because during this period, as I have remarked I was
the sole Protestant clergyman here, with the
exception of a few months during the year
1848, when the Rev. T. Dwight Hunt,
preached most acceptably to a congregation
of foreign residents, worshipping in the
Sharity School house. The friends of the
enterprise then failed in organizing a second
religious society, in consequence of the very
large emigration from Honolulu to California. Under the peculiar circumstances of
that movement, Mr. Hunt left for San Francisco, where his services were immediately secured as chaplain,—being the first Protestant
clergyman in that city, and as, is well known,
he subsequently became pastor of the congregational church, now presided over by the
Rev. Mr. Lacy.
It was my privilege to enter upon my official duties, in this city at a most interesting
era in the history of the Hawaiian nation
and of commerce in the Pacific. At that
time, this nation was struggling to assume
an honorable position una standing among
the civilized and christian nations of the
earth. During my passage from New York
to Honolulu, agents accredited by this Government, had left to secure a recognition of
this nation, by the great powers of America,
England and France. It was a period of
threat excitement. Just before my arrival a
naval commander of France had made demands upon the King and chiefs, which
were very humiliating but to the house of
the French nation, restitution has been made,
and only a few weeks after my arrival I saw
the Hawaiian flag lowered and the British
flag hoisted upon all government buildings,
forts and vessels. While I entertained my
own views upon those political changes and
revolutions, yet I never allowed myself to
make any of them form topics of discourse
from lire pulpit. While party fueling and
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national prejudices were more glaringly ap- tributed >o freely for objects of benevolence.
parent then, than I have ever since witnessed, In looking over church records and other
yet it was my strenuous endeavor to preach memoranda of those early years, the names
the gospl to all who might visit this chapel. of not a few, have passed under my eye,
Very often have 1 seen those gathered within whose respect, Jove and sympathy, were as
these walls, who were very much estranged refreshing and inspiring as "cold water to a
in their political views. The nature of my thirsty soul." Some of them still live and
commission as a minister of Jesus Christ, others have passed onward to their final reand the tenor of my instructions as a chap- ward and whom I hope to meet in that better
lain, under the patronage of the American land. With some, 1 was permitted to form
Seamen's Friend Society, imposed upon me but a short acquaintance but even that short
a solemn duty.
The enlightened and catho- acquaintance laid the foundation of a lasting
lic instructions of the society, were couched friendship. Many are thesletters which 1
in language as follows: -'The particular field have received from strangers and seamen,
of your labors, will be the port of Honolulu, thanking me for some little act of kindness
and the special objects of your solicitude, or acknowledging benefit derived from my
prayers, and efforts, will be the sons of the preaching. Such tokens of affectionate reocean. This field commercially and morally I gard 1 esteem us a most valuable treasure.
exerts such an influence on the whole It was during this period of my ministry in
islands, as to justify in this connection, a 1849, that I made an interesting visit to Ore■
glance at the whole."
'• Here, gon and California, being absent about four
"
then, in this commercial and central position months, but preaching almost every Sabbath.
After nearly nine years of constant labor,
lietwccn the coasts of Asia and America, you
ure to stund erect us a minister of Jesus feeling the need of a season of relaxation.
Christ. With the foreign residents you will I embarked for the United States, in Febrube expected to maintain a kind and courte- ary, 1851, leaving the Rev. T. E. Taylor,
ous intercourse ; and if they shall be dispos- the chaplain from Lahaina, to officiate in my
ed to attend upon your ministry, you will absence, us he had also done while I was
watch for their souls, as one that must give absent in 1849.
Fourth Period. I returned to Honolulu, iv
account."
So far as possible I have endeavored al- February 1852, having been absent one year.
ways to preach and labor in accordance with My chaplaincy duties were immediately rethose instructions. During the period of my sumed, and have been continued until the
ministry now under review, this chapel was present time, with the interruption of my
almost uniformly well filled, and much of the visit to Micronesia (1861) and an occasional
time crowded, so much so, that, in 1847, vacation of a few Sabbaths. On my return
it was remodeled and the number of sittings, I found, the Rev. Mr. Smeathman, a Deacon
nearly doubled by the audition of galaries, of the Episcopal church, officiating as a clerand even then, such was the increase of gyman in Honolulu. The congregation aschurch-goers that the building was well filled. sembling to hear bim preach, occupied the
The number of seamen during those years Maunakilika building. He preached here
was very much larger than at present. Their about six months, but for the want of suffiwas added in '49 and '50, the host of stran- cient encouragement and on account of progers flooding our city from California, to tracted ill health, he left for England, where,
which was also added a large numberof pas- if I have been correctly informed, ha was
sengers en route, from the Australian Colo- ordained by the Bishop of London, and subnies to the American coast. While 1 would sequently went to some one of the West Inspeak with caution, of the amount of good dia islands, where he died.
I have already referred to the effort in
accomplished during this period of my ministry now under consideration, I may be per- 1848, to establtsh a second church among
mitted to remark, that I performed some of foreign residents in Honolulu. This effort
the time the work of two men, for in addi- was successfully renewed in the month of
tion to preaching always twice on the Sab- May, 1852, and the 2d of June, "t/venty
bath, attending funerals, and weekly reli- five individual associated themselves together
gious and temperance meetings, I also con- and were organized into a church, which imducted a semi-monthly religious publication, mediately commenced religious services on
doing ail my editorial and other duties with- the Sabbath, first at the second Native church
out an assistant. From the peculiar position in Honoluu, and subsequently at the Court
which I occupied, I was obliged to act as an House." The Rev. T. E. Taylor was invitagent for raising funds for benevolent purpo- ed to become their pastor, and was installed
ses. While the Society paid me a'salary of on the 30th of May. In consequence of ill
$700 per annum, I raised annually more health, he was compelled to resign, and was
than three times that amount for the main- succeeded by the Rev. J. D. Strong, and
tenance of those auxiliary objects connected upon his dismission, the present pastor of
with the welfare of the chapel and the com- that church, the Rev. E. Corwin was installmunity. A»>the time when the Bethel was ed Oct. 20, 1858. Fort Street Church has
enlarged, in 1847, I incurred a debt of over became well established and is a self-support$3,000 which required more than two years ing institution. In 1856 a church-edifice
to pay off. More than one half that amount was built, costing near $15,000.
An effort was made to establish a MethI collected by going personally into the cabin
nnd forecastle of ships lying in this harbor. odist Episcopal Church in Hbnolulu, and an
From ninety one ships, I collected upon an edifice erected in 1855, but, in consequence
the trade of the islands,
average $17 from each. In thus referring of the falling off in
to my labors to collect funds for the support and other causes, the enterprise was given op
of this chaplaincy, I am reminded of the in 1861. During the period of its existence,
many generous donors and christain friends, the Rev. Messrs. Turner, Maclay, and Anwho spoke words of encouragement and con- thony officiated successively as Pastors of
.
;
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THE FRIEND, NOVEMBER, 18(2.
..
that church. Although the enterprise was peering a colony will again leave our school,
finally given up, yet I am witness to much for the Episcopal church.
While I have devoted time and labor, as
good accomplished by our Methodist brethren, and I doubt not in more than a single a Pastor among the foreign residents, who
instance angels rejoiced over repenting sin- have contributed liberally for my support,
ners, as the fruit of their labors.
yet I am not aware as I have neglected my
Returning from my walk about Zion," peculiar duties as seamen's chaplain. Ye
and my endeavor to "sketch "the towers are my witnesses that, among seamen, I have
thereof," I would resume ray remarks in re- tried most faithfully to do my duty. Early
Here it and late, Sabbath-day and week-day, on
gard to the Bethel congregation.
has been my privilege to preach, during a ship-board, in the Hospitals, in my study, at
score of years, with perhaps fewer interrup- the Home and in this chapel, seamen have
tions, than fait to the lot of most ministers been the special object of my toils, and
of the gospel. In only one instance, have 1 prayers. As 1review the past twenty years,
during this period, been detained from the from this "vantage-ground," think not that
house of God, on account of sickness, and I feel conscious of having done my whole
that merely for a single Sabbath. It is with duty. "To err is human" and I feel that
devout gratitude to my Divine Master, that I have erred "in times and ways without
I am able to make this statement. Aside number." I hope past experience will enafrom die regular ministrations of the pulpit, ble tnc to preach and labor, more circummy parochial duties have been numerous, as spectly and successfully, during whatever
may be inferred from the following statis- may remain of my ministerial career.
tics :
While endeavoring to pursue the " even
Burials. The total number of interments, j tenor of my way," it will ever be my strenin Nuuanu Valley Cemetery, since those j uous effort to labor harmoniously with my
grounds were consecrated for burial purpo- i christain brethren, both with those who have
ses, in November, 1844, has been 562. At j been my associates in times past, and with
least, at 500 of those funerals have I been others who have just arrived, the leading
called to officiate. About 240 or nearly member of whom, is at this very hour,
one half of those funerals, have been those preaching in another pulpit-in this city, " on
of seamen of various nations. I have also j the inauguration of his mission to these isofficiated at various other funerals, when lands." What is before us is known only
to Hun, who has bid his ministering serthe interments were elsewhere.
" Go ye into all the world, and preach
I have, during the period of vants,
the
to every creature." I enter upon
gospel
Honolulu,
officiated
at
140
linistry in
ages, including 14, from 1842 to 1851, my third decade of ministerial labor, cheerhopeful and prayerful. Should I receive
126, from 1852 to the present time. ful,
the
of the community at large, and that
aid
of
During however, the first seven years my
ministry, 1 officiated at only 3 marriages. of my own church and congregation, as in
This statement indicates the remarkable years past, I shall most assuredly pursue
change which has taken place in the foreign my future labors with a trustful, humble and
society of Honolulu, during the last few buoyant spirit. May the blessing of God,
years. During the first ten years of my rest upon all those who formerly, or more
pastorate. I was the sole minister among recently worshipped with us, and now asgospel preached in other
foreign residents, whereas during the last semble to hear the to
the worship of God.
ten, I have always had one, and most of the houses, dedicated
To those who remain, and are inclined to
period two associates.
worship within these walls, and listen to the
Bible Distribution. As seamen's chaplain, truth
as
by me, I would say, you
I have gratuitously distributed and sold, will have dispensed
undivided
services as a gospel
my
7,624 bibles and 4,960 testaments, in ten
minister.
While
lam
an
incumbent of this
this
different languages. In connection with
and Pastor of this church and conchaplaincy
department of labor, I have distributed a gregation, it will be my honest and conscilarge'amount of religious reading among all entious aim, to fulfil the duties of a minister
classes.
of the gospel and seamen's chaplain, to the
Bethel Church. I have baptized 65 infants, best of my ability. The grace of God asand since the re-organizatiou of the Bethel sisting me, 1 offer the history of the past
church, in March 1850, admitted 84 by let- twenty years, as a pledge for the future.
ter and profession, to church privileges.
Sabbath School. The Sabbath school, conThe Drunkard's Appetite.—How terrinected with the Bethel, has always been an ble the curse that man brings upon himself,
interesting department of ministerial labor. who indulges in the use of strong drink unA Sabbath school was commenced at the
opening of the new year 1843, which has til he has implanted an appetite which he
been continued down to the present time. cannot control. We have lately met several
In recalling the names of those who have, of this class. Their corffcssiofH are enough
at different periods, been connected with it, to make any reasonable man "stand in awe
there are but few of the permanent residents and sin not." Reader, did you ever witness
of the former generation of children, who the
ravings of a man experiencing the " dewere not connected with it. I find the name lirium
?" If so, then you have seen
of His Majesty and his two brothers as enoughtremens
to make you abstain, we should supit
was
members of the school, when
organand'forever, from even the temized, and also that of Queen Emma. Our pose, now
use of intoxicating drinks. Even in
school, has perhaps never averaged, from perate
the wine cup, old Shakespeare saw a fiend,
year to year less, than 75 pupils, and previ- where he makes one of his actors exclaim,
the organization of Fort Street church
" O Iboo,iDTislble spirit of nine,
We arc ei-1 Pj
nth school, many more
wfcat uthrr name oball I rail luce -DEVIL "
Prriages.
#to
THE FRIEND.
NOVEMBER 1, 1862.
English.
—
Arrival of the Episcopal Mission.
We congratulate the friends of Episcopacy,
upon the arrival of Bishop Staly and two
other clerical Missionaries from England
It has appeared strange to many, that Engglisli Missionaries should never have
conic hither, the Rev. William Ellis being
the only one, who has hitherto labored upon
the islands. He remained here but a short
period, and closed his term of labor near forty years ago. The reason why the London
Missionary Society, (which has sent missionaries to the Society Islands,) has never
sent any to the Sandwich Islands has been
this, that between the American Board of
Missions and the London Missionary Society there was this understanding, that the
Americans should occupy islands North of
the line, and the English, the "South Seas."
Now, the present Mission comes at the invitation of His Majesty and foreign residents in Honolulu, and under the auspices
ofthe " Church Missionary Society" and the
old "Propagation Society," both Societies
contributing for its support. The members
of this Mission find many things on their
arrival to encourage them in their work
The Royal Family and many of the foreign
residents are much interested in their success.
The Methodist Chapel affords good accommodations, as a temporary place, for holding
Divine Service. We earnestly pray that the
Mission may enjoy a prosperous career, and
bo instrumental in imparting n deeper spiritual earnestness to the churches and organizations already existing, as well as be theagency which the Holy Spirit shall employ
to awaken, renew, sanctifyand prepare many
souls for those " mansions not made with
hands, eternal in the heavens."
Every deed approved of God,
Where'er its lot be cast,
Leaves some good influence behind
That shall forever last.
Episcopal Meeting.—A imetiug wss held at the
Court-house on Thursday evening, Oct. 28. at which
were present a Dumber of the foreign residents and
natives interested in the establishment of tbo Episcopal Church in Honolulu. Attorney-General C. CHarris in the chair, Daniel Smith, Esq., Secretary
Bishop Stal.-T delivered a short address, daring
which he produced the plans of the church which is
to be erected here, designed in the ancient Gothic
style of architecture. The edifice is to have a peal of
chime-bells. Previous to adjourning. His Majesty
introduced Dishop Staley to ths audience and so
individuals present, and His Excelleucy R. C. YYjllic
introduced the Rev. Messrs. Mason and Ibbotsou.
The Bishop and his associates replied in toaohing
and eloquent responses. Messrs. C. C. Harris, G.
M. Robertson and W. H. Kaauwai, were sppointsd a
committee to apply for a charter, after which (he
work of building the new church will immediately
commence. The meeting then adjourned to Tuesday
—
evening.
,
The adjourned meeting of Episcopalians look
placo en Tursday trening, "**tb His Majesty ant
�85
THE FRIEND, NOVEMBER, 1862.
others were present. The meeting wsa convened to
bear the provisions of the Charter drawn up by the
Committee appointed for that purpose. Alter each
article had been read over, tbey were all put to the
meeting, with the exception of two or three articles,
which were acted upon separately, and adopted
unanimously. The Synod of the church, as proposed and unanimously elected, were His Excellency
M. Kekuanaoa, His Honor G. M. Robertson, Capt.
O. H. Luce sod Thos. Brown, Esq. Among other
matters, the Synod were empowered to enlarge, temporarily, the church at present occupied, for the
purpose of accomodating the numerous congregation
that attend it. Previous to adjournment. His Majesty
moved a vote of thanks, seconded by H. B. M.'s
Consul-General, to His Exeellenoy R. C. Wyllie, for
the generous tender of the use of the late Methodist
Episcopal oliurch and premises to the Hawaiian
Kpisoopal Mission.—P. C. Advertiser.
P[FOACrd.otvechm1iser, 4.]
ST An interesting ceremony took plsce at the
Iteibel Chapel yesterday at 1U o'clock, on which
ocoasion our lellow townsman H. Yon Holt, Esq., was
united in marriage to Miss Alice lirowti, daughter of
Thos. Brown, Esq., Rev. 8. C. Damon performing
the ccremouy. Tbe church was well filled on the
oooaeion. After the marriage ceremony was over.
His Excellency R. C. Wyllie rose and read an address
to the pastor of the Bethel Church, of which the
following is a copy
:
Honolulu, loth Oct. ISO2.
Rbt'd Sib :—The undersigned Episcopalians, who, being
denomination,
their
own
hare for years
without a church of
worshipped in the Bethel, of which you are Paator, deriving
your
ministrations
aud
still
marc from
much instruction from
tbe example of your holy walk and conversation, pray you to
respect,
memorial
of
their
and
love,
be pleased to accept, iv
gratitude to you, aa an excellent man, and Christian Minister,
aloug
with
this
the Silver Salver which will be presented to you
letter.
Tne undersigned pray that it may please Ood long to pre
serve In health and happiness, a lire which precept and example combine U> render so valuable to all classes of this
community.
Robt. C. Wyllie,
Smith,
I Daniel
Thomas Brown,
H. J. 11. Holdswortli,
Thro.
Davie*
H.
Luce.
Geo. H
I
Samuel SavJJgc,
Madame Dc Varlgny,
Mrs Monsarralt,
John
Kitsorr,
!
•• J. M Green,
Chas. K. Hitchcock, 11. M.'s
■ Dudoit,
j
Consul.San Franciscu.
YonPoster,
;"Epiacopus,"
"Amicus,"
A. Cartwrlgbt,
•• «.
"u Corney,
"Friend."
>
had rea.'. the address, Miss Mary
Miss R. Atkins,
After Mr. Wyllie
E. Luce, on behalf of tbe ladies, addressed Mr.
Damon as follows:
Rxv'd Sib —I shall aver consider
it
one of the greatest
pleasures and honors of mylite to have been selected to present
this Salver to your Reverence.
Ba pleased to receive ft at my hands, as a memorial of
feelings towards you which warm the hearts of us all, but
which our tongues cannot express.
Tbe Salver was thus inscribed :
,
To
The Rsv. Samuel C. Damon
in token of
Respect, Esteem and Affection
—from—
Ladies and Oentlemen, of the Episcopal Faith, who have been
regular attendants on his religious miuistralioos.
Honolulu, 1862.
Mr. Damon accepted the gift with tbe following
reply:
Mb. Wtlub iso Miss Lock —I thank yon. and through
you,all those persona members of my congregation, who have
chosen this mode of giving expression to their sentiments of esteem. I see among the nainrs attached to this address some
who have sat under my ministry duting the twenty years which
it has been my privilege to occupy this pulpit, aud others, wlUi
whose faces I have long been familiar in the public worship of
the Sanctuary and the Sabbath school. Thesentiments of entcem
which you have expressed, I can most rnrdially recipromtc. I
should be sorry to think that our separation, aa Pastor .-mkl people, would in theleast diminish our mutual NBUset and Christlan affection. I appreciate now, aa I have ever done, your
kindness, sympathy, and aid. Allow me to congratulate you
on the arrival of a Bishop and other clergj bum of the Church
of England, under whose ministry you are now placed. I
repeat what I wrote and published eighteen years ago, I wish
foreign residents fully to understand, that they are cordially
aad freely invited to take seats In this chap.-l upon the Sabbath
until they arc provided with some other, more convenient place
for public worahlp. Whenever, In the Providence of Ood, that
time shall come, the prayersaud benedictions of the Seamen's
Chaplain will go with them."
"
Bound
volumes of the Friend con-
on hand.
REVIEW.
Editor's Table.
:
North America—By Anthony Trollops.
Hawaii The Past, Present and Future of its
Island Kingdom. An Historical Account of
This is the name of a new book upon
the Sandwich Islands. By MaklsT Hopkins,
Hawaiian Gonsul-Gcneral, 40., with a PreAmerica, by an Englishman, a son of Mrs. face
by the Bishop of Oxford. London: 1862.
Trollope, who wrote waspishly severe upon
America, some years ago. This book is a
We briefly noticed this book, in the Sepdifferent affair. In these days of acrimoni- tember Number of the Friend, but remarked
ous criticism, by English and American " having only glanced over its pages we rewriters, upon their respective countries, it is serve any critical remarks which we may
refreshingly pleasant to meet with an Eng- feel disposed to make, until we can give the.
lish author who writes with candor, and a book a thorough perusal."
The first thought suggested in our mind,
generous infusion of common sense. Mr.
Hopkins writes about the Hawaiians with- by the reading of this book, is this, what a
out taking the trouble to make us a visit, misapplication of the funds of the Hawaiian
but Mr. Trollope visits America, and travels government, to pay
the salary of a Consul,
the length and breadth of the land. We hope
London,
to
in
the Hawaiian
misrepresent
as
the book will be
extensively read in England as we are confident it will be in people before the British public. Mr. HopAmerica. His remarks upon the war are kins'intentions may be good, but the maninteresting. We may refer to the book ner of executing them is somewhat infeliciagain when we have more time and space.
tous, and in violation of therules of good taste.
He has never visited the islands, and yet there
we
On the 1st of January, 1862,
is
no topic relating to the social, political and
the
shall commence the publication, in
affairs of the kingdom, which he
religious
of
extracts"
from
Stecn
Captain
Friend,
"
Bille's Report, on the voyage of the Danish does not treat upon, with the freedom and
corvette Galathea round the world, in the assurance of an old familiar resident.
years 1845, 1846 and 1847, translated from While endeavoring to impress the reader's
the Danish by a gentleman capable of pre- mind with the idea, that he is writing with
senting a translation worthy of perusal. great fairness and impartiality, upon almost
We have already perused portions of the every page he evinces an extreme narrowness
translation, and shall be much surprised if it of views.
does not prove exceedingly interesting to our
That our opinion of Mr. Hopkins' book,
readers, especially to those interested in the is not altogether un-English, we refer our
history of the Islands.
readers to the London Examiner of August
The Rev. E. Corwin, for four years 2d. A writer in that standard periodical, in
Pastor of Fort Street Church, preached on commenting upon Mr. H.s book, remarks as
Sabbath morning, Oct. 19, an Anniversary follows :—" That he writes with a strong
Sermon, from the text, " Then Samuel took bias, may be inferred from the pompous and
a stone, and set it up between Mizpeh and illogical preface which he has obtained as an
Shen, and called the named of it Ebenezer, advertisement to the book." This reviewer
saying, hitherto hath the Lord helped us." does not appear to entertain a very exalted
1 Samuel vii: 12.
opinion of the Preface, written by the BiahForeign Subscribers.—Now is the time op of Oxford.
We think, however, as the
for all foreign subscribers, among the sea- Preface and the Book, have been once
faring community to renew their subscrip" joined together," they never should "be
tions. Subscription price of the Friend, for put asunder," as we consider it a most capione year, $2 50. This amount includes, post- tal match !
age to either England or the United States.
In all fairness however, we will acknowlPapers sent regularly every month.
edge, that we were somewhat surprised, to
But few seamen are in port, thus far read Mr. Hopkins' remarks upon Capt.
the present season, but we hope all will com- Cook. If General Miller was alive, we can
municate with their friends. They will find well imagine, what a state of excitement
" pens, ink and paper," gratis, by calling the old gentleman would have been thrown
upon Master Oat, at the Sailor's Home. By into, to find"an English author frankly, accalling uraan the Chaplain, they will be sup- knowledge, that Cook did not discover thr
plied witßooks and papers.
Sandwich Islands, and that he disgraced
of
supply
himself by allowing the kanakas to worship
We acknowledge a good
distribution
him! Mr. Hopkins' remarks, "numerous
reading matter for gratuitous
and
Mrs.
Snow
persons of both sexes flocked around Cook,
among seamen, from Mrs.
.
Judd. These donations contain files of Har-
and paid him divine honors. An old priest
per's Weekly and Monthly, which will be very —offered a pig, pronouncing a long oration,"
acceptable
in
the forecastle.
bottom, should rend
' holier."
»o»or
pfEria8octumgsl.e—3hOnfr,toitme he
of the French nation instead of
page 91. Fit offering!
Mr. Hopkins admits, that old Spanish
voyagers discovered the Sandwich Islands rti
�THE FRIEND, NOVEMBER. 1862.
86
tl6th
century, and that Cook was un-
btedly guided by charts attached to An-
's voyages, published in 1748, in which,
the Sandwich Islands, are delineated under
Spanish names, " correct as to latitude and
degrees too far to the west." Page 82.
I.
Several chapters in Mr. Hopkins' book,
tting to the earlier history of the islands,
i very entertaining and written in a lively
le. The reader however must be on his
guard, and not place too much reliance upon
the author's dates and statements. He asserts, for example, upon page 160, that, Nahienaena born in 1816, and sister of Kamehameha 111., is now Premier of the kingdom,
under the name of the Princess Victoria!
The truth is, Nahienaena, died more than
twenty years ago. Now, on page 271, our
author correctly states that, Victoria, sister
to the present King is Premier ! But on
the same page Mr. Hopkins, asserts that
Victoria's third brother, is Governor of one
of the islands, whereas, he died many years
ago ! We could easily point out many similar mistakes. He speaks on page 211, of
Dr. Judd, as a minister of the gospel. We
are aware that the Doctor has filled many
offices, but now learn for the first time that
he has been minister of the gospel!—
We were amused with the author's allusion to Mr. Jarves, on page 124. He is
spoken of as " a candid and industrious historian, but an American citizen/ Now,
whether there is anything incompatable in
Mr. Hopkins' mind, between " a candid historian," and an " American citizen," we do
not know, but his language would certainly
convey that idea. Of late some few American citizens have written histories of tolerable ability, viz., Prescott, Bancroft, Motley
and others. Mr. Wyllie, seems to be in the
estimation of Mr. Hopkins, the "main
spoke" in the government wheel, or to employ Mr. Hopkins' own language, " the keystone of the governmental arch," page 268.
Now if the King's foreign minister does
really occupy so important a position, we
beg of him, not to resign his office, or to
speak in more courtly style, " throw up his
portfolio" and retire to Princeville, as consequences the most disastrous might follow!
The keystone gone, " stand from under."
It appears to us, utterly unaccountable,
how Mr. Hopkins could have allowed himself
to have inserted on page 242, that wood-cut
of the Rev. William Richards. He remarks upon a fly leaf, that it is " a sketch
fretn memory by the author."
Was there
ever anything more absurd, than for Mr.
Hopkins to insert this engraving ! He had
met Mr. Richards, in 1844 or '5, and now
seventeen years afterwards, he undertakes
to sketch his likeness from memory! From
our vivid recollection of Mr. Richards' fea-
chapter XXIV, he speaks of " missionary
achivement and failure." He seems tolerably well '• read up," before commencing to
write his book. The works of Ellis,
Dibble, and numerous missionary reports lie
upon this table, to which he makes frequent
allusion. As he contrasts the state of the
Hawaiian nation in 1820 with thatof 1860,
he is compelled to record much to the credit
of the band of " Bostonians who landed in
Hawaii." "To the honor of the missionaries be it said, that their little Augustinian
ness to Mr, Richards' memory, whose char- band bravely labored on ; encountered with
acter and deeds have become historical, it patience intellectual and other obstacles;
merits no slur or tarnish from any member of and made themselves masters of a difficult
the Hopkins' family of London. The older and very vocal language to which, from that
residents of Honolulu, know the peculiar peculiarity, it was veryhard to give phleoneicircumstances under which, a brother of our ic expression." In contrast with such lanauthor came to Honolulu, and now for Mr. guage, which seems reluctantly recorded,
Manly Hopkins to caricature the friend of let the reader peruse the following : " Relithat brother, is an outrage upon all the rules gion as taught by the American Missionaries
of good breeding ! It is not manly ! Such zealously, fiercely, has hitherto failed to alis the character of Mr. Richards, that it fect the hearts of the mas*. Many superior
stands forth bright and untarnished, as any natives have doubtless submitted themselves
one which can be mentioned, in the annals earnestly to the yoke, and a few guileless
of the Hawaiian nation. He was remarka- Nathaniels may be reckoned among ten
thousands of professors ; but the national
ble for his unselfish purposes and self-sacri- morality is not what it should be—the nation
ficing plans for the Hawaiian nation. is not regenerated." Page 390. We should
Messrs. Ricord, Lee, Robertson, Judd, like to turn the tables, and ask Mr. Hopkins,
Wyllie, and others may have done much to if the national morality of England is what
Certainly not if there is a
erect the governmental arch, but Mr. Rich- it should be!
of truth in G. F. Train's portraiture
particle
ards laid the foundation, and the facts are so of a Derby day !" Is the mass of the pop" of Condon regenerated ? Ask the
palpable, that, Mr. Hopkins acknowledges it ulation
in page 258, when referring to the code of Bishop of London, and the city MissionaLaws, drawn up and translated into English ries ! Yet the gospel has been preached a
near two thousand years, in
by Mr. Richards, he remarks, " the laws es- thousand, aye,
the churches and streets of that city !
tablished the government of the islands very
We are not going to rebut Mr. Hopkins'
much as it now stands." Those laws, were assertions by statistics, or extracts from miscontained in the blue book," and by Mr. sionary reports, but as an offset to his asser"
Simpson, pronounced to be " Blue Laws of tions, we conclude our remarks, with some
our own. Mr. Hopkins has
Connecticut," page 267. That book of laws, assertions of the islands, and we have lived
visited
never
formed a most important agency in securing among the Hawaiian people for twenty
the acknowledgement of this nation, as an years, we have visited every inhabited isindependent nation, and worthy oi being ad- land of the group except Niihau, we have
mitted into the great family of civilized na- visited every missionary station on the isare
tions. Now for a Hawaiian Consul, under lands, and some of them repeatedly—we
acquainted with every missionary
personally
the pay of this government, to caricature or and his family,—we have spent many Sabrefer to Mr. Richards, in any other way, than baths at the out-stations,—we have travelled
in terms of profound respect, is a specimen with and among Hawaiians on sea and land,
of literary vandalism that deserves the se- —we have slept in their houses, —we are
with hundreds and
verest censure. No man living or departed personally acquainted
them—we have worshipped in
thousands
of
has done so much as Mr. Richards, to make their churches—we have sat up with them
the Hawaiian nation, what it is, civilly and around the Table of tbe Lord"—now this
"
politically. Under the cireurqjganccs, then is the honest conclusion to which we have
come,
as
the
result of our observation, that,
we say, Mr. Hopkins' conducNl altogether
to the population of the isproportion
in
inexcusable. The following fact will show,
are upon an average as many
lands,
there
how Mr. Richards' services were regarded true christians among them, aa there are
at his death, by the King and government. among the people of America, or Europe,—
An annuity of $800, was settled upon his we will not except New England, Scotland
favored
wife, which was continued to be be paid, or England, or any other particunrry
of
those
countries.
portion
until her death, which occurred but recently.
Our readers must pardon us for this long
The American Missionaries, are both article, although their are some other points,
praised and censured by our author. He in Mr. Hopkins' book which we should nosometimes blows hot and sometimes cold. In tice, if space allowed.
tures, this likeness is a gross caricature, and
could not have been more so, if borrowed
from Punch! If our author had honestly
wished to have furnished his renders with a
likeness of the noble friend and benefactor
of the Hawaiian nation, he could easily
have procured a photographic copy of the
beautiful and life-like oil-painting hanging
upon the walls of the Palace, and alongside
that of Admiral Thomas! The notice of
Mr. Richards, is in keeping with the caricature—both should go together.
In all fair-
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Second-hand Furniture Bought at
sbSSSs
Dealer in Oeneral Merchandise, flre-proof store comer of Kaahomanu and <*ueen streets, opposite Makee's Block.
Also, Retail establishment on Nnuanu street, above King.
iCT Island Produce bought and sold. Island orders carefully
alleu sc
Koa and Pine Coffins always on hand.
icicii.i..
George "W. Macy,
11. ALLEN'S CAMENTER SHOP,
Fort st, oppoalteTT D. Cartwrigbt's Feed Store.
ID- BOA BUBEA PS always on hand.
iALE.
attention and fidelity, to merit the patronage of the
seafaring community. The House has I een built and
fitted up in a style to suit the wants of Officers and
Seamen who are spending a few weeks on shore, or
wish to remain for a single night, or a single meal.
Shower Baths on tbe Premises.
Ship Masters and Agents, while putting their vessels under repairs, are respectfully invited to send
tbeir crews to the Home, where every attention will
be paid to their comfort.
Officers' table, with lodging, per week,.
86
6
Seamens' do. do.
do.
do.
CAPTAIN AND MRS. OAT,
Honolulu, March 1,1861.
Managers.
HARDWARE STORE.
ODD FELLOWB' BCILDING. ON FOET STREET,
of all kinds, Hinges, Screws, Tasks, Razors, Cut and Wrought Nails, Spikes, Brads,
Files, Carpenters' Tools of all kinds, Pocket and
Sheath-Knives, Marlinspikes, Caulking-Irons and
Mallets, and numerous other articles, for sale at the
W. W. LAPP.
(tf)
lowest prices, by
LOCKS
HONOLULU
IRON WORKS !
ritHE UNDERSIGNED IS PREPARED TO
II furnish IRONand BRASS CASTINGS, and all kinds ef
Machinery and Snrnh's Work at the Shortest Notice and
Csßarsst Rates.
AND BOILERS
STEAM ENGINES
TO ORDER.
MAUI
if CONSTANTLY ON HAND—A supply of Anvils, Oar
Boxes, Forge Backs, Chain Stoppers, Sash Weights, Store Plates
Ac.
and Linings, Dumb Bella, Ax.,
THOMAS HUGHE*.
jawy
**~
PILOT & NAVY mEU.
SALE, Freali Baked
HAND AMD FOB
Pilot and Navy Bread | Soda, Sugar, Batter anal Water
OS
Crackers, in any quantityand the
at
lowest rates.
Parties providing their own flour, will hare It baked apsa
rebaked.
MILUsVS BAKERY,
Corner Queen and Richard Streets
33j-3m*
cottow.
COTTON,
tffe
COTTON.
THE INDEBBIGNED WILL
BECBITB
Coma from any native, In payment (or the Ansae i
newspaper, at the rate of twenty cents, (20 eta) per poaaat, sar
clean cotton, tree ofseeds. Tor ten pounds of good cotton, delivered In Honolulu, a receipt will be given for one year's as*.
scrtptton to the Kuolcoa. this otfcr will hold good to ÜBS tBBB
H. M. WHITNEY,
of January, 1863
Publisher Nupepa Euaken."
333-lm
"
IfbavChillM
Sewing
"
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KAWAIIIAF.. HAWAII,
FOR
Will ooßtlnae the Oeneral Merchandise and Shipping buaines
BE SEEN at the Harbor Master's OHoe, Charts of
PBB RADIO A" A aTBwV
at the above port, where they are prepared to furnish the
the North and South Paetftc, Indian and PaeMc Oceans, r§M> ABBIVB
I sacra of thosefavtnW taapawalve,raEsMs aad Is Ussss
lastly celebrated Kawsihae Potatoes, and such other re on a large scale; China and Japan Baas, Ac. Likewise a Seaemits as are required by whale ships at the shortestnotice, lant, (doable arch) by Trotjgbtoo, an AwsroM, ■ertburf's East slble, double thread SaTWIWO VAURMbb"
C IRIWaB a) CO
forsale by
and on the mo«t reasonable terms
rsSS-ssil
2
Mo-lr
ladle Trtrertorv and sundry nautical works
MAT
CHARTS
�THE FRIEND, NOVEMBER, IS I2
88
[From tbe Polynesian.]
The Queen received, on the* 16th, a beautiful book, bearing the title of tbe " Guardian Angel," intended to have been presented
to the late young Prince, from Mrs. Mason,
with the following touching lines inscribed
in front of the title page: '
"IN MEMORIAM."
! is It so, dear Lamb of Ood,
" Ah
la it, indeed, tbe ohastening rod
Of Thy aofathomed lore ?
We will not mourn, while Angela joy.
To welcome home the Princely Boy
In their blest realms above !
" Just cradled on these beauteous Isles,
To learn tbe enchantment of Thy smiles
Which flood the eternal shore ;
Now folded in Thy kind embrace
He may behold Tbee face to face.
And hymn Thee evermore.
Oh ! Jesus grant his memory dear.
" May
serve our weary hearts to ohecr,
Along tbe narrow way ;
Till waken 'd by Thy trumpet blast.
We burst the toombs of earth at last.
And meet in endless day !
bliss.
happy
In holiest infancy ;
Sweet Savior. Mary's glorious Son,
Teaob us to sing ' Thy will be done,'
Thrice blessed Trinity '."
Donations.—From Cspt. Sisson Tor support of the
Friend
9 6,00
rom Cspt. and Mrs. Raynor, for Bethel
10,00
�« Mr. Eblers
6.00
Capt Smith, bark Comet
6,00
6,00
Mr. D. W. Glover, ship Othello
Capt. and Mrs. Smith, Honolulu
7,60
Dr. Hoffmann
10,00
These donations for the Bethel, are very opportune
in as muoh as the chapel is now undergoing some
repairs, and receiving a new ooat of paint, tbe cost
of whioh will be about 8160, besides tbe oil and
paints" whioh have been contributed by tbe merchants of Honolulu, Tic, Messrs. C. B. & Co., W.
E. & Co., H. H. & Co., A. W. & Co., Capt Wm.
Slott, Mr. Hall, Mr. Lowers, Mr. Jones, Mr. Cooke,
and Mr. Atherton.
"
"
"
"
"
MEMORANDA.
XT Brig Wailua, Lass, reports—Left Honololu Jan. 11,
lsSl, on a whaling and trading cruise South, and cruised principally on theline and among the Micronesian group. Took 14
whales,end,obtained 100 brls. cocoanut oil. Oct. 11,'61,
discovered a shoal In lat 7 ° 46 8., long. lw» ME. about hair
a mile wide, and in length, as far as could be seen from the
mast-head—itstands N.W. and S.K.; we passed over it, and
fewnd 11 fathoms water ; aboutone and a half miles from where
we was, tbe water had a milky appearance, and thinks a vessel
passing over there would be likely to strike ; did not find this
shoal oa any of my charts, therefore, ships paaslng that way
will require to keep a sharp look-out. At the place where we
wentover, tberocks were plainly visibleunder the vessel. Oct.
28, lat. 6° 40 8., 146° 18 X., during the night, we discovered
another shoal, not down in our charts ; it ia situated between
Roots and Lotten Islands, and ia about half a mile in circumference,and la covered with trees. Nor. 6, discoveredanother
shoal to the westward of New Britain, N.W. of Nord Island,
Aye m*wa off shores. This shoal ia about half a mile wide and
five miles long, having the appearance of a half moon ; we
lowered a boat and examined It. finding about 10 feet water
thawsan, Oa approaching this shoal, the man at the mast-head
oried, '-There she blows !" but on nearing it we discovered It to
be a boilingspring,constantly emitting water about 150 feet in
thatair, and on drat sighting this. It had Just the appearance of
a whale spouting; this spring can be seen about is) miles off.
Cruised last in the vicinity oftbe Bosiu Islands,and took three
more sperm whales. Arrived at Waimea, Kauai, on the 21st of
Senassjibar, where we procuredprovisions, and arrived at Ilonoola on the 27th, alt well.
jj- Ship Marengo, EMridsa,reports—First entered southern
spcrsi
'
-
Found
■wasjfsatbar scarce, and weatheriatty greater part of the time.
July 17, and the last on the 12th of
SsssC-la all, ( right whales (MM brls. oil). Left tbe Ochotsk
liayt. 9a, ass ewsseteneed fine weather all ihe war Arrived at
Hosehiln Oet m
MARINE JOURNAL.
FRIEOSPMT WMchHhaolitEnsgk eet.
HPOI
SNLRUT,.F .
ARRIVALS.
—
Oct. S—Am bmrlwntioe Nellie MerV.ll,
15 days from
San Francisco en route for China, pawed tins port.
days from
13
Banning,
M'Keunou,
Emily
bark
4—Am
San Francisco anchored outside, and sailed again
day
Tor
China.
fame
4—Am wh bark Coral, Slsscn, 26 days from the Arctic,
1000 wh, 14,000 bone, season ; 2600 wh th« voyage,
and 2300 wh on board.
4—Am sen Olivia, Redfteld.from the Arctic, with 12Gbrls
wh oil, 12.000 lbs bone, 300 walrus t—th, 300 t»x \
skins.
s—Am barkt Jenny Ford, M'Carty, 23 day s from Tort ;
Townsend.
Report •fahip oil,, Ho. Capt, Killmrr.
9—Hawnch Manilla, Coneland, 10 days troin Fanning'" ;
Went into the Ochotsk Slsy «, and took Ihe tlrst whale (boa
Island, with about 12,000 gallon* cvoanut oil and I
and a small lot pearl shell.
j head,) on the 29th took the last on Ihe '.JOth August. Cruised
10—Am wh bark Fanny, Hliven, from tit*" Arctic, 1500 wh, Jj principally in Ihe N K. Uulf, and enjoyed eacellent weather
27,000 bone, season.
l (luring the whole season. Found whales most plentiful in lat.
11—Am bark Comet, Smith. 13 days from San Francisco. slj° H., July 10. Left the Ochotsk Sept. 23d experienced
clipper
ship
Henry
Brigham,
days
rarUbte winds and pleasant weather all the way duwn. Ob
Potter,
14
fm
14—Am
Ban Francisco. Hailed again name day fur China. the 10th April, one of the seamen, a nativebelonging to £astern
U—Oldeub'g bark Sylpnide,
13f> days from Island, was killed nt Ilakodadl. On the loth April, anothei
seaman, a Hawaiian, died. Oct. IS, saw a black bark in lat
Bremen, with merchandise to Mricher* *y Ofc
16—Russian gun-boat Abr-k, 6 guns, Capt. Pilkine, 14 2.'i° IN, steering N. by K.~<mosl likely the Young Hector.)
lteports the following vessels up to Sept. 13:
days fn>m San Francisco, en mute fur China.
Übls. Oil
before
Isaac Ilowland, Long, with Tender (Caroline)
1800
16—Am wh bark Covington, Jenks, from Lahaina,
Planet, Dallman, with Tender(E. L. frost)
reported, stood off and on, and sailed again same
1700
South Boston, Randolph
day to crul«e South.
1300
Florence, Spencer
10—Russian war steamer Calevala, Admiral I'opoff, 14
1000
Emily Morgan, Whiteside
days from San Francisco.
1000
Chus. W. Morgan, Hamilton
21—Am wh ship Othello, Killmer, from Ochot*k. 50 roos.
060
bone,
Brig
25.000
and
on
board
Wilhclm
Comet,
i.*a«on
out, 1050 wh,
7M
Harvest, Manchester
60 sp, 4500 wh, 66,000 bone, voyage.
700
Milton, Halsey
., 700
23—Hamburg hark Laura A Lotise, Marks,[l6o days from |
Cicero. Stivers
Bremen, with mdse to llackfekl A Co.
MA
Adeline, Barber
601)
M -Am barkt Constitution, lCobinson, from Port TownsNassau, Quinn
end via Hilo, 19 days to latter place, with 245,510
600
John P. West, Tinker
feetlumber and 11,165 pickets, of which 109 M ft
4oO
lumber and 6,000 pickets were discharged at Hilo.
Massachusetts, (Ireene
3ift
Wm. C. Nye
26—Am wh sh Marengo, Kldridge, from SouthernOchotsk,
300
Martha, Cornell
38 months out, 1260 wh, 12,000 bone, season ; 30
3<Ki
Washington, Willard
sp, 3250 wh, 34,000 bone, voyage\ 3250 wh, 12,000
300
Milo, Fortihsm
,
150
bone, on board.
I-agorln, Cranston
30—French wh ship General Teste, Jadm. from Ochotsk,
IfKi
t
900 wh, 13,000 bn, season ; 20 sp, 1500 wh, 14,600
bone, voyage andon board.
31—Am wh ship Ocean, Clark, from tbe Arctic, 300 hrls
Keif* in ihe lnrinV.
wh, 6,500 bone, season.
Three reefs have been discovered near theisland of Pitstrserl,
fXT Arrived at Hilo, Oct. 26, wh bark Barnstable, Brownson, some thirty-five Fremh leagues, more or less, from theIsland or
in the archipelago of the Friendly Islands.
from the Arctic, with 700 wh, 8000 bone, season. Also, arrived Fonhatabon,
First reef—22° 62' 15" lat. S., and 178° 48* long. W, from
at Lahaina, 31st, wh ship Champion, Worth, from the Arctic, the meridian ofParis.
Second reef—2l ° 43*lat. S., and 170° 2' 10" loog. W. from
with 600 wh and 7000 bone this season.
the meridian of Paris.
Third reef—22° 43' lat. S., and 180° ZV 10" Ion*:. W. from
DEPARTURES.
the meridian of Paris.
The first tworeefs were discovered by tbe English screw stoop
Speedwell,
Hongkong.
9—Haw.
bark
for
Holdsworth,
Oct.
Beauchampa Seymours,
12—Am barkt Jenny Ford, M'Carty, fur Victoria, with lot Pelorut, commanded by Commodore
on her passage from Sydney to tbe Feegee Islands. On soundof nee, 7,800 lbs sugar, 968 galls molasses, etc.
ing the first reef six fathoms of water were had clear of the
15—Am baric Young Hector, Com. Paty,foi Han Francisco. bottom.
16—Amwh sh Florida, Fish, lor New Zealand and home.
The thirdreef has been sounded by two whalers.
16—Sen Maria, Crane, for Howland's Island, with proIt is possible that subterranean fires may exist aboat those
visions, Capt Penhallowand 13 native laborers.
localities, it having been observed that the sea was singular!)
21 —Russian steamers Calevalaand Abreak, for China.
warm in the neighborhood of the reefs, exhibiting at times the
21—Am wh bark Nile, Fish, for CaliforniaCoast.
22—Fr wh ship Latonr dv Pin, Favereu, to cruiseSouth appearance of a boHing e.-tidron.—Panama Star.
and home.
23—Am wh ship Reindeer, Kaynor, for coast of California.
PASSENGERS.
29—Ambarkt Constitution, Robinson, fur Victoria, Y. I.
29— Am ship Leonidas, Wood, for Monte Video, South
America.
From Sam Fbascibco—per Comet, Oct. 11—Bishop wtaley,
wife and 7 children, and 2 maid servants, Rev O Maaoa, wife
and child and maid servant, Ker E Ibbotson, Miss Roach, Mrs
MEMORANDA.
Humphreys, Mrs 0 M Robertson, Wm Humphreys, S N Castle,
A X Mll'.er, wifeanil child, A W Pierce, D M Waterman, 8
Keporl ol bark (oral.
Machin, W A Ostrone, O W Patterson, M Tather, T 8 Davis,
Wintered in Port Pmvidence or Plover Bay. Went into the Capt. Penhullow,
Thos Commlns, J H Cummins. Steerage
port in September. 1861, and left It in June, '02. Its position is John Denico, J C Champion, H W Wilkey, Geo Smith,
O Davis
lat. 04° 10 N., long. 173 o 07 W. I anticipated much colder J E Davis. M Silva, II Silva, F Kuimmcl, M Schmltt, WBer
weather than we had, the lowest temperature being 20 below
aero; consider the winter a mild one, with the exception of trand, Vl' Simmons.
For Hosoeono—uer Speedwell, Oct o—Mrs Holdsworth and
plenty of snow, which fell to a depth of aliout seven feet. Had 6 children, Geo D Robinson and wife, Dr Smythe, Wongho
and
some very severe gales in Decemberand January, from MM, to Fongma.
&£.K. During the winter, the ice broke up several times in the
For San Fraxoisco—per Young Hector, Oct. 16—J llsTdv
On
the
bay.
2d February, tbe ship swung to her anchor in and wife, Oeo Maker, 8 W Manlev. J O'Neill, J H Master, B F
clear water, but in a day or two was again froze in. During M'Caruther, R Smith, W Ricketson.
A N Buel, L V
the monthof November the whaleswere plentiful, but on account Jennings, C M StubU, Lewis Bettrum.J FHurley,
Rote—l6.
of the ice could do nothing at whaling. The natives along the
coast were actually in a starving condition during the winter,
not having beenable to procure theusual surely of blubber aod
MARRIED.
seals. I had considerable intercourse with These people both
along tbe coast and inland. They were always very friendly to
me and my company. Had but very little sickness, a few
Holt—Beows—ln Honolulu, on the 16th instant, at
cases of scurry being the only trouble. We endured a long aod theVos
Church, by Ihe Rev. Samuel C. Daman. Hernaaa
tedious dark winter, and was glad to hare some of the brethren yon Bethel
Holt, Esq., Hanoverian Consul, to Alice, only daughter of
heave In sight on the7th June ; we were under great obligations ThomasBrown,
Esq., of Nuuanu Valley.
to them for supplying us so promptly with fresh recruits
B. 11. Sissob, Master of bark Coral.
XT Tbe schoonerOlivia, ■Meld, reports—August 25, the
DIED.
Straits foilof Ice. Also repoJJJJbr following
Spoken
Vessels
Basal Hear* From!
IIILMESAND-tn Honolulu, Oct. SI, Francis Hermann, aged
8 weeks, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Hlllebrand.
Aug. M—Bark Isabella, Tucker
Child—ln Augusta, Maine, Aug. IS, Mr. Jas. L. ChlM, aged
4
Ship John Ilowlaod, Whelden
0
71 years. Mr. Child was the father of tbe wits ot our townsman.
H. W. Severance, Esq.
Brig Kohola, Brummerhop
__,
1
Ship ThomasDlekaaon, Stewart
MoPssE-On board bark Coral, Aug. 12, ISM, Hugh MePba*.
7
aged
years.
•ark Catherine, Hepplngslone
60
steward,
4
Telford—ln Honolulu, Oct. 19. Edward Terror*, agwe about
Zoe, Simmonds
1
40 years, a native of Longford, Ireland, and, war many year.
steward nf the t' 9 Hospital. Mnnnlnla.
':-:
;
;
,
Oh 1 Thou who felt a mother's kiss.
•• Filling
ber
soul with
WjjWAs Bret right whale
.
»w
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FRIEND
THE
HONOLULU, OCTOBER 1, 1862.
Utto Strits.tfol. n, $o.)(U
CONTENTS
For October. 18C2.
The Poet Cowper's thouitlitu, fee
I.illlt- Willie Lincoln's funeral,
Thirty years on men-of-war,
Correspondence,
Sympathy for the Sailor,
Letter from Re».T. K. Taylor
Count tiasparin's Sew Hook,
The Bihle, a Life Preserver,
M.-irine Journal, Ac.
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THE FRIEND.
OCTOBER
1, 1862.
To the Friends of the Bethel.
The time has come when the Chaplain
is under the necessity of calling upon those
friendly to the support of the Bethel, to come
For several years " free
to his assistance.
will" and "unsolicited donations" have been
sufficient to defray the necessary incidental
expenses of the Bethel, but the premises now
need repairs, and the buildings need painting. These repairs will cost from $150 to
$200.
Free will offerings, will be most thankfully received. The Chaplain is under the additional necessity of making this appeal for
funds, from the fact that \W The American
Seamen's Friend Society, in consequence
of the war, has been compelled to diminish,
by one half its annual appropriation, for this
Chaplaincy. For many years ($800) eight
hundred has been the annual appropriation for
this Chaplaincy, but that sum has been reduced to ($400) four hundred, for 1862.
Thus our war-tax is virtually $400 per annum!
The Bethel-Acoount, for
Jan. 1, cash on hand,
Freewill offerings since
Coktba.
Incidental expense*.
Repairs,
*
Paints, oil, and labor,
Water-work», ic.
18<162.
968 80
61 00
$114 80
$14 78
20 00
24 60
68 16
$127 48
Present debt,
12 08
The Chaplain is very desirous of avoiding the accumulation of any debt, hence he
hopes the friends of the Bethel will lend
their aid. Will not shipmasters and seamen
assist, as they were accustomed to do many
years ago ? Of late years, the Chaplain
has not made appeals to seamen for aid, because they were not so successful as formerly. As they are coming in with full ships,
it is to be hoped they will lend a helping
hand.
Unless the friends of seamen cheerfully
aid the Seamen's Chaplain, it is no easy
undertaking to publish a paper, one half of
which are distributed gratuitously ; sustain a
Chapel with seats free; and keep open a
Sailor's Home,freefrom debt. When there
is a cheerful co-operation, the wheels roll on
smoothly.
73
\m Series, *W. Ifl.
The Poet Cowper's thoughts relating to
Affairs in Polynesia.
In perusing the Poems and Letters of
Cowper, we have been much interested in
his allusions and references to affairs in this
part of the world. It was during his life,
that Cook's voyages and discoveries were
published in England. By reading the current literature of the last half of the 18th
century, we find that the discoveries of Capt.
Cook created a sensation in the public mind,
rivalling the profound impressions made
upon Europe when Columbus returned from
his first voyage of successful discovery to
the new world.
The first extract which we copy from Cowper's writings, is a paragraph, from a letter
"Our Rules."
addressed to the poet's most intimate friend the
Rev. John Newton, and dated Oct. 6, 1783:
A sailor met the chaplain last Sabbath
I am much obliged to you for the voymorning after the service, and remarked that,
"
which I received, and began to read
ages,
for the first time he had been to the Bethel, last night. My imagination is so captivated
and assigned that he had not been before upon these occasions, that I seem to partake
they
because he did not know " our rules." We with the navigators in all the dangersmainray
have thought some other seamen might be encountered. I lose my anchor;
into shreds; I kill a shark, and by
in the same unfortunate state of ignorance, sail is rent
signs converse with a Patagonian, and all
hence, for their information the Chaplain
this without moving from the fireside. The
would simplyremark, these are "our rules." principal fruits of these circuits, that have
1. Let every sailor visiting Honolulu at- been made around the globe, seem likely to
that staid at
tend public worship at the Bethel, without be the amusement ofhavethose
made, but
been
Discoveries
home.
fail.
as will hardly satisfy the
such
discoveries
2. Let every sailor visiting the Bethel expense of such undertakings. We brought
take the seat that suits his convenience, away an Indian, and having debauched him,
the
we sent him home again to communicate
above or below.
to
be
country—fine
sport,
his
to
3. Let every sailor attend the Wednesday infection
not defray the cost.
will
as
but
such
sure,
Evening Prayer Meeting, held in the vestry. Nation* that live on bread-fruit, and have no
4. Let every sailor supply himself (if he mines to make them worthy of our acquainhas not one already,) with a Bible and some tance, will be but little visited for the future.
So much the better for them ! their poverty
other reading matter, before going to sea.
the
is indeed theirmercy.
which
These are some of "our rules,"
W. C."
Yours, my dear friend,
on
observe,
to
chaplain desires all seamen
to in this
Sea
fslander
referred
South
their visiting Honolulu, and if seamen will The
respecting
Oroai,
was
Cowper,
to
letter
of
call upon the Chaplain, he will endeavor
whom, we find the following in the Ist
enforce these rules by some good advice.
volume of Cook's voyages. It appear* that
The Ladies' Stranger's Friend Society-Will Ornai, returned with Capt. Cook on his second
the Seamen's
hold it* next meeting at the rsoass of
voyage to the Pacific
Thursday, Oct 9th.
Chaplain, on
�74
THE FRIEND, OCTOBER,
" Before we quitted this island, Capt.
Furneaux agreed to receive on board his ship
a. young man named Omai, a native of Ulietea, where he had had some property, of
which he had been dispossessed by the people of Bolabola. 1 at first rather wondered
that Captain Furneaux would encumberiiimself with this man, who, in my opinion, was
not a proper sample of the inhabitants of
these happy islands, not having any advantage of birth, or acquired rank, nor being
eminent in shape, figure, or complexion.
For their people of the first rank are much
fairer and usually better behaved, and more
intelligent, than the middling class of people,
among whom Omai is to be ranked, i have,
however, since my arrival in England, been
convinced of my error; for, excepting his
complexion, (which is undoubtedly of a
deeper hue than that of the earees or gentry,
who, as in other countries, lives a more luxurious life, and are less exposed to the heat
of the sun,) I much doubt whether any other
of the natives would have given more general satisfaction by his behaviour among us.
Omai has most certainly a very good understanding, quick parts, and honest principles ;
he has a natural good behaviour, which rendered him acceptable to the best company,
and a proper degree of pride, which taught
him to avoid the society of persons of inferior
rank. He has passions of the same kind as
other young men, but has judgment enough
not to indulge them in an improper excess.
I do not imagine he has any dislike to liquor ; and if he had fallen into company
where the person who drank the most met
the most approbation, I have no doubt but
that he would have endeavoured to gain the
applause of those with whom he associated ;
but, fortunately for him, he perceived that
drinking was very little in use but among
inferior people, and as he was very watchful
into the manners and conduct of the persons
of rank who honored him with their protection, he was sober and modest; and I never
heard that, during the whole time of his stay
in England, which was two years, he ever
once was disguised with wine, or ever showed
an inclination to go beyond the strictest rules
of moderation.
Soon after his arrival in London, the Earl
of Sandwich, the first lord of the admiralty,
introduced him to his Majesty at Kew, when
he met with a most gracious reception, and
imbibed the strongest impression of duty and
gratitude to that great and amiable prince,
which I am persuaded he will preserve to the
latest moment of his life. During his stay
amongst us he was caressed by many of the
principal nobility, and did nothing to forfeit
the esteem of any of them; but his principal
patrons were the Earl of Sandwich, Mr.
Banks, and Dr. Solander: the former probably thought it a duty of his office to protect
and countenance an inhabitant of that hospitable country, where the wants and distresses of those in his department had been alleviated and supplied in the most ample manner ; the others, as a testimony of their gratitude for the generous reception they had met
with during their residence in his country.
It is to be observed, that though Omai lived
in the midst of amusements during his residence in England, his return to his native
'•ountrv was always in his thoughts and
JJH>Jj
though he was not impatient to go, he expressed a satisfaction as the time of his return approached. He embarked with me in
the Resolution, when she was fitted out for
another voyage, loaded with presents from
his several friends, and full of gratitude for
the kind reception and treatment he had experienced among us."
From, Cowper's Task Book I.:
and to think that the durance he suffers
would be well exchanged for a dance at Anamooka. 1 should however as little have expected to hear that these islanders had such
consumate skill in an art, that requires so
much taste in the conduct of the person, as
that they were good mathematicians and astronomers. Defective as they are in every
branch of knowledge, and in every other
species of refinement, it seems wonderful
Thee, gentle savage ! whom do love of- thee
that they should arrive at such perfection in
Or thine, but curiosity perhaps,
Or else vainglory, prompted us to draw
the dance, with some of our English gentleForth from thy native bowers to show thee here
men, with all the assistance of French inWith what superior skill we can abuse
struction, find it impossible to learn. We
The gifts of Providence, and squander life.
must conclude therefore that particular naThe dream is past; and thou has found again
Thy cocoas and bananas, palms and yams.
tions have a genius for particular feats, and
But hast
And homestall thatched with leaves.
that our neighbors in France, and our friends
thou found
Their former charms ? And having seen our state, in the South sea, have minds very nearly
akin, though they inhabit countries so very
Our palaces, our ladies, and our pomp
Of equipage, our gardens, and our sports.
remote from each other."
* *
And heard our music; are thy simple friends,
"October 9, 1784.
Thy simple fare, and all thy plain delights.
As dear to thee as once ! And have thy joys
" Last night I had a letterfrom Lord DartLost nothing by comparison with ours:
mouth. It was to surprise me of the safe
Hude as thou art, (for we returned thee rude
arrival of Cook's last voyage, which he was
And ignorant, exoept of outward show)
so kind as to lend me, in St. James's Square.
1 can not think thee yet so dull of heart
And spiritless, as never to regret
The reading of those volumes afforded me
Sweets tasted here, and left as soon as known.
much amusement, and I hope some instrucon
beach,
Methinks I see thee straying the
tion. No observation however forced itself
bathes
foot,
thy
And asking of the surge that
■
*
If ever it has washed our distant shore.
1 see thee weep, and thine are honest tears,
A patriot's for his country thou art sad
At thought of her forlorn and abject state,
From which no power of thine can raise her up.
Thus Fancy paints thee, and, though apt to err,
Perhaps errs little, when she paints thee thus,
She tells me too, that duly every morn
Thou climbest the mountain top, with eager eye
Exploring far and wide the watery waste
For sight of ship fror.i England. Every speck
Seen in the dim horizon turns thee pale
With conflict of contending hopes aud fears.
But comes at last the dull and dusky eve,
And sends thee to thy cabin, well prepared
To dream all night of what the day denied.
Alas ! expect it not. We found no bait
To tempt us in thy country. Doing good.
Disinterested good, is not our trade.
We travel far, 'tis true, but not for nought;
And must be bribed to compass earth again
By other hopes and richer fruits than yours.
:
From this extract, it would seem, that
Cowper did not entertain a very exalted idea
respecting the benevolence of British christians. Nobly however have they since
wiped away that slur upon their character, by
the generous and persevering efforts to establish and sustain the missionary enterprize of
the "South seas."
Our next extract, from Cowper's Letters,
is a paragraph from another letter, addressed
to the same confidential friend, the Rev. John
Newton, and dated, Aug. 16, 1784:
reading Cook's last voyage, and am
" I am
much
pleased and amused with it. It seems
that in some of the Friendly isles, they excel
so much in dancing, and perform that operation with such exquisite delicacy and grace,
that they are not surpassed even upon our
European stages. 0! that Vestris had been
in the ship, that he might have seen himself
outdone by a savage. The paper indeed
tells us that the queen of France has clapped
this king of capers up in prison, for declining
to dance before her, on a pretence of sickness, when in fact he was in perfect health.
If this be true, perhaps he may by this time
be prepared to second such a wish as mine,
*
upon me with more violence than one, that
I could not help making on the death of Captain Cook. God is a jealous God, and
at Owhyhee the poor man was content to be
worshipped. From that moment, the remarkable interposition of Providence in his favor,
was converted into an opposition that thwarted all his purposes. He left the scene of his
deification, but was driven back to it by a
most violent storm, in which he suffered
more than in any that had preceded it.
When he departed he left his worshippers
still infatuated with an idea of his godship,
consequently well disposed to serve him. At
his return he found them sullen, distrustful,
and mysterious. A trifling theft was committed, which, by a blunder of his own in
pursuing the thief after the property had
been restored, was magnified to an affair of
the last importance. One of their favorite
chiefs was killed too by a blunder. Nothing, in short, but blunder and mistake attended him, till he fell breathless into the water,
and then all was smooth again. The world
indeed will not take notice, or see, that the
dispensation bore evident marks of Divine
displeasure; but a mind I think in any degree
spiritual can not overlook them. We know
from truth itself, that the death of Herod
was for a similar offence. But Herod was
in no sense a believer in God, nor had enjoyed half the opportunities with which our
poor countryman had been favored. It may
be urged perhaps that he was in jest, that he
meant nothing but his own amusement, and
that of his companions. I doubt it. He
knows little of the heart, who does not know
that even in a sensible man it is flattered by
every species of exaltation. But be it so,
that he was in sport—it was not humane, to
say no worse of it, to sport with the ignorance of his friends, to mock their simplicity,
to humor and acquiese in their blind credulity. Besides, though a stock or stone may
be worshipped blameless, a babtized man may <
not. He knows what he does, and by suffering such honors to be paid him, incurs the
guilt of sacrilege.
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THE FRIEND, OCTOBER, 1862.
" We are glad that you are so happy in
your church, in your society, and in all your
connexions. I have not left myself room to
say anything of the love we feel for you.
W. C."
Yours, my dear friend,
The foregoing remarks, upon Capt. Cook's
death are worthy of more than a passing
thought. Some writers have endeavored to
apologize for Cook, and represent his conduct as comparatively innocent in the matter
of allowing divine honors to have been paid
to him.
We however take a very different
view of the subject. While, as a navigator
and discoverer, we allow Cook to hold the
first rank, and occupy a lofty position in the
temple of fame, yet it must be confessed
that in other respects he was far from being
It may have been
a model character.
owing to certain moral delinquencies which
might be mentioned, which has operated
upon the mind of the British public, in not
erecting a monument to his memory. Nearly a century has passed away, and as yet no
monument worthy of his memory has been
erected upon the spot where he fell. A copper plate upon the stump of a cocoanut tree
is all that identifies the lava rocks which
were stained with the blood of England's
"rcat navigator. We have twice visited the
spot—the first time, in 1841, and again in
1350, but on both occasions, we felt, that justice had not been done to Cook's memory.
There is no question, but Cook was a remarkable man, and deserves a monument to
his memory far more than a thousand and
one heroes, who have obelisks and shafts
erected over their remains.
If the public has been correctly informed,
a fund is now accumulating in the safe of
the British Consulate of the Pacific, which
will, ere long, be devoted to this object.
It was commenced during General Miller's
day, and it was continued during the period
of Mr. Green's incumbency, and we sincerely
hope will be completed under the auspices
of Mr. Consul and Commissioner Synge.
While there is a vividness and freshness
connected with the death and burial of
the Prince of Hawaii, we think our readers
will peruse with interest the following sketch
of similar events in the family of the President of the United States. This description
is sketched by the graceful and facile, easy
and pliant pen of N. P. Willis, one of the
editors of the "Home Journal," published in
New York:
Little Willies Funeral.
,
Willie Lincoln had his acquaintances
among his father's friends, and 1 chanced to
be one of them. He never failed to seek
me out in the crowd, shake hands and make
some pleasant remark; and this in a boy of
but ten years of age, was, to say the least,
endearing to a stranger. But he had more
than mere affectionateness. His self-possession—aplomp, as the French call it—was
extraordinary. I was one day passing the
White House, when he was outside with a
play-fellow on the sidewalk. Mr. Seward
drove in, with Prince Napoleon and two of
his suite in the carriage; and, in a mockheroic way—terms of amusing intimacy
evidently existing between the boy and the
Secretary—the official gentleman took of
his hat, and the Napoleon party did the
same, all making the young prince-president
Not a bit staggered
a cerenionius salute.
with the homage, Willie drew himself up to
his full height, took off his little cap with
brain; staggering under a blow like the taking from him of his child ! His men of
power sat around him—McClellan, with a
moist eye when he bowed to lb* prayer, as I
could see from where I stood, and Chase and
Seward, with their austere features at work,
and Senators and ambassadors, and soldiers,
all struggling with their tears; great hearts
sorrowing with the President as a stricken
man and a brother. That God may give
him strength for all his burthens, as, I am
sure, at present, the prayer of a nation!
Willis, in the Home Journal.
—
I From the Sailor's Monthly M»guine.|
graceful self-possession, and bowed down
Thirty Years on Men-of-War.
formally to the ground, like a little ambassador. They drove past, and he went on un- LETTER FROM THE REV. C. S. STEWAItT,
CHAPLAIN IN U. S. NAVY.
concernedly with his play; the impromptu
readiness and good judgment being clearly a
U. S. Flao Ship Niaoara, >
part of his nature. His genial and open exAt Sea June 11,1862. $
pression of countenance was none the less
ingenuous and fearless for a certain tincture This is my last letter from the Niagara.
of fun ; and it was in the mingling of qual- We have already passed the light-ship off
ities that he so faithfully resembles his father. Nantucket, on our way to Boston, and hope,
With all the splendor that was around early to-morrow, to be brought, by the kind
this little fellow in his new home, he was so providence which has hitherto attended us,
bravely and beautifully himself—and that " unto our desired haven." Thus will the
only ! A wild-flower, transplanted from the cruise of our good ship come to an end, after
prairie to a hot-house, he retained his prairie two years of active service—first, in a voyhabits, unalterably pure and simple, till he age of nearly forty thousand miles to the
died. His leading trait seem to be a fearless "ends of the earth," on an errand of nationand kindly frankness, willing that everything al courtesy, in a time of peace; and, then,
should be as different as it pleased, but rest- in initiating and enforcing, for a year and
ing unmoved in his own single-heartedness. more, the effective blockade of -the most imI found I was studying him, irresistibly, as portant section of our coast, in these times
one of those sweet problems of childhood of war.
Few, except those who have had the perthat the world is blest with in rare places;
and the news of his death (I was absent from sonal experience, are aware at what a cost of
Washington, on a visit to my own children, self-denial, patient endurance and exhausting
at the time) came to me like a knell heard drafts upon the health and constitution, in
such a climate as that of the Gulf, this last
unexpected at a merry making.
That the performanfc
On the day of the funeral, 1 went, before work was achieved.
the hour, to take a near, farewell look at the of the duty afforded no opportunity to Comdear boy; for they had embalmed him to modore McKean and the officers and men
send home to the West—to sleep under the under his flag to win public admiration and
sods of his own valley—and the coffin-lid elicit popular eclat by aggressive onsets and
The daring adventures, enhances rather than dewas to be closed before the service.
family had just taken their leave of him, and tracts from the merit due them. The orders
the servants and nurses were seeing him for of the Government restricted the operations,
the last time—and with tears and sobs wholly for the time, to the maintenance of a rigid
unrestrained, for he was loved like an idol blockade; this was fully effected, as the leadby every one of them. He lay with eyes ing journals of the rebels themselves bear
closed—his brown hair parted as we had witness, and, doubtless, was greatly, if not
known it, pale in the slumber of death, but chiefly instrumental in preventing a disasotherwise unchanged, for he was dressed as trous intervention by the European powers
for the evening, and held in one of his hands in our national affairs.
crossed upon his breast, a bunch of exquisite It is not, however, to prefer claims for the
flowers—a message coming from his mother, acknowledgement of the important services
while we were looking upon him, praying rendered by our Flag Officer McKean and
that those flowers might be preserved for her. those under his command, that I take my
to
She was lying sick in her bed, worn out with pen, but merely to give brief expressiion
with
of
the
connected
naval
thoughts,
some
grief and over-watching.
The funeral was very touching. Of the life, suggested by the termination of our
entertainments in the splendid east-room, the cruise.
The Niagara is the seventh man-of-war in
boy had been, for those now assembled more
which I have served at sea in the thirty-four
especially, a most life-giving variation. years
I have held a commission in the navy.
With his bright face and his apt greetings
and replies, he was remembered in every part The cruise made in each has been marked
of that crimson-curtained hall, built only by greater or less interest and encouragefor pleasure—of all the crowds each night ment in regard to my office and its duties,
certainly the one least likely to be death's but that in this ship far more so than any
my purpose to repeat the
first mark. He was his father's favorite. other. It is not of
cruise, alThey were intimates—often seen hand in spiritual statistics my present
to
the
religious
—with
a
burknown
extensively
man
ready
sat
the
hand. And there
then on his brain at which the world marvels public, but only to present a few data, fur—bent now with the load at both heart and nished by a review of my chaplaincy, tending
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THE FRIEND, OCTOBER, 1862.
Kiow
that the improvement in morals,
c general tone of character, and in relii demonstration in the service, has at
least kept ptee with the advances made in it
in professional and scientific matters. 1 will
attempt this by a brief contrast, in this regard, between the past and present.
Thirty years ago profane and abusive language, by officers on duty on the quarterdeck and other parts of the ship, if not general, was so common as to attract little notice
or censure.
It was'thought and avowed by
many that the necessary work in the navigation and management of a ship could not be
gained from the sailor without these ; that
he was so degraded that curses and hard
language only could drive him to the right
performance of his duty. In the last two
ships in which I have served, within the ten
years past, I do not recollect to have heard
an oath ; and scarce a reproachful epithet,
from nn officer in charge of the deck, or from
his subordinates. At the period first named,
the "cat" and the "colt" were the arbiters
of discipline, and exercised, without stint, almost every day; now, for ten years past, both
have been abolished as instruments of punishment, by act of Congress, and, notwithstanding, as a general thing, all work is performed as effectively and more cheerfully
than ever before. The reform, in respect to
profane language in the social intercourse
with the officers on board, is as marked and
decisive as on the deck.
Thirty years ago the use of strong drink
on board ship by the officers, at various hours
of the day, was not uncommon, if not customary ; and wines and liquors constituted a
regular part of the mess stores. In the ships
in which 1 have last served, water has been
the only general beverage. Wine is seldom
token, even at dinner, and then only at individual and private cost —chiefly in hospitality to a visitor. Once, for an officer to be
seen evidently under the influence of intoxicating drink, especially if such was not habitually the case, was thought lightly of; now
it would be highly disreputable, and justly
regarded, in a single instance, as a reproach.
Thirty years ago a professedly religious
officer was seldom met or heard of. Even
where piety of heart may have existed, little,
if any, demonstration of it was made.
Church membership in an officer was a novelty, and a thing unheard of in a foremast
hand. In the last two cruises 1 have made,
one Half of the ward-room mess, in both cases, have been professedly religious men; and
for the last few years it has been unusual to
find ten, fifteen, twenty, and even a greater
number of consistent and zealous church
members, in the crew of a single ship.
The second article of the " Rules and
Regulations" enacted by Congress a half century or more, perhaps, ago, for the government of the navy, enjoins the observance of
divine worship twice a day on board every
ship having a chaplain. If this ever was a
usage in the early days of the navy, it had
been discontinued long before I entered the
service, and the article had virtually become
absolete, though publicly read before all
hands at least once a month. On becoming
aware of its existence, before first entering
on the duties of my office, and suggesting a
compliance with it, it was strenuously contended by many that the words "twice every
day" could only have reference to the Sabbath, and not literally to every day in the
week. It was not thought practicable.
The experiment was made however, and with
such success as to win general favor even as
a mere aid to the good order, harmony, and
discipline of the ship—so much so, that when,
at the end of some six months, I was transferred, by previous arrangement with the
Navy Department, to another ship for a visit
to the South Seas, the commander of the
frigate I was leaving, though not at the time
a religious man, said to me on parting,
"1
know not how we shall be able to get along
without a chaplain ; but one thing is sure,
we must have our daily prayer, even if 1
have to make it myself."
At the present time I believe daily morning and evening prayers arc publicly offered
on board every ship in the service having a
chaplain.
The latest advance in religious privilege
and usage on board our men-of-war is the establishment, extensively, of daily or rather
nightly prayer-meetings, at which, in many
instances, officers of all grades meet with
the common sailors—who sustain these meet-
ings—for an hour of social worship in prayer, praise, and mutual exhortation. Such
have been held on board the Niagara since
the day we sailed first from New York for
Japan. Many of the officers, including
Flag Officer McKean and others of all
grades to the number of twelve and fifteen
and more, have thus identified themselves
as fellow-worshippers of a common God and
Saviour, with the thirty, forty, fifty, and sixty, and more of the crew, according to circumstances, accustomed to assemble themselves together.
The result of all the means of grace enjoyed by us—the regular preaching of the
Gospel, the morning and evening worship, at
which all hands are present, the nightly
prayer-meeting, and an abundance pf profitable reading matter—is, that the Niagara
has long been one of the best disciplined and
one of the happiest ships afloat. This is
treely confessed by every officer who has
joined us from other ships, or by orders from
home, as has repeatedly been the case during the past year in the changes incident to
the blockade.
The high-toned character of Flag Officer
McKean as a man, and his decision and consistency as a professed Christian, have had
much to do, humanly speaking, in making
our ship what she is and has been, both in a
military and moral point of view—first as
her captain, and lor nine months past as
Commander-in-Chief of the Gulf squadron.
The entire weight of his influence in both
positions, as well as his personal example,
has been invariably given, not only to everything tending to good discipline and good
morals, but also to practical and spiritusil
piety. lam happy in believing, from personal knowledge, that the number of naval
officers of like spirit and influence is rapidly
increasing. With an abundance of such in
authority, we may hope that the history of
many a cruise will far surpass, in religious
interest, that of this ship, and our navy in
general, soon become much, if not all, that
the philanthropist and Christian pray for.
Yours truly,
Stewart, U. S. N.
C.
£
[Correspondence of the Friend.]
A
Big
Stick—Ocean Currents.
Hana, Maui, Sept. 11, 1862.
Editor of the Friend: Yesterday an object was observed, apparently a wreck drifting by. Several canoes put forth to visit it,
one of which I accompanied. It proved to
be a tree from 120 to 150 feet in length, and
about six feet in diameter above the butt.
Its roots would span 20 or 25 feet, rising
some ten feet out of the water.
Two
branches rose perpendicular about 20 or 25 ft.,
and several more projected below the water.
With the broad mass of roots, the huge stem
wallowing in the sea, and the erect branches,
had the illusive appearance of a water-lodged
wreck, with broken frame-work of bows and
jurymasts, was rather increased than deminished as we approached it. I boarded the
strange craft, wtih plenty of standing and
living room if needed. Several tons of
clayey earth were embedded among its roots,
so that I had the pleasure of setting foot
once more upon American soil, and indulging in theappropriate emotions of patriotism,
No starry flag being at hand to wave, I was
content with hurling defiance at several villainous " secesh," in the form of prowling
sharks. Is it not possible that a tree like
this may have been taken for a wreck by
passing vessels ? It would be an ugly customer to run afoul of in the night, worse
than a Mississippi snag. Its course along
the south coast of Maui about three miles
from shore would be liable to land it upon
Kahoolawe. It is probably one of a large
number of sticks now infesting this part of
the ocean and endangering vessels. A considerable number of logs and pieces of driftwood have come ashore in the vicinity the
similar to that
past few days. One is
above described, but a little smaller. A sawlog apparently perfect was this wreck, towed
into this harbor by the finder. These are
evidently portions of the immense body of
timber launched into the Pacific during the
great floods of last winter upon the American coasts. Their simultaneous arrival here
at this time seems to indicate quite accurately the force and direction of the currents in
this ocean.
Truly yours,
S. E. Bishop.
News from Micronesia.—By the arrival
of the Wailua, intelligence has been received from Ascension, as late as the sth of
April, 1862. The Rev. Mr. Doane was
still with the Rev. Mr. Sturges, waiting for
an opportunity to take passage to Honolulu,
but he was not expecting any would occur
until the arrival of the Morning Star. No
intelligence had been received from the Liholiho—she had been absent nearly four
months, and of course serious fears are entertained respecting her fate.
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THE FRIEND, OCTOBER, 18 62.
(From the Bailor's Monthly MaguiincJ
Sympathy for the Sailor.
When we recali the conspicuous part which
our sailors have thus far borne in putting
down the rebellion, it should serve to greatly
quicken the sympathy entertained among all
Christians for them. The successes which
have crowned our arms in every quarter are
mainly due to their constant and energetic
efforts. Hatteras, Port Royal, *Donelson,
New Orleans, and Memphis, bear testimony
to their unflinching bravery and patriotism.
What heart will not in years come to warm
with pride and gratitude toward the American sailor, when the heroism of the brave
men in Hampton Roads, who stood nobly by
their guns to the last, perishing rather than
lower their flag to rebels, is recounted ?
In 1860 five millons of persons followed
the sea for a livelihood. Five hundred
thousand of this number, employe! on thirty
thousand vessels, belong to the United
States. Since the outbreak of this war, the
force in our national navy alone has increased from e%ht thousand to twenty-seven
thousand men. How to meet the moral and
spiritual wants of this largely increasing
class of men is a question of the first importance. In former years the sailor was looked
npon almost as an outcast from society, a
wandering Ishmaelite.susceptible to no wholesome influence, but given up to his own ruin.
When, therefore, at the first Bethel prayermeetings which were established in England,
seamen were heard raising their voices in
prayer and devotion, it was a matter of as
pleasant astonishment as when the deaf
heard and the dumb spoke. Later efforts
made in their behalf have shown them to be
accessible to moral and religious instruction,
and willing and anxious to improve. It has
now been about fifty years since the first direct attempt was made in the United States
to elevate their condition, by the organization of the " Boston Society for the Religious and Moral improvement of Seamen."
In 1817, through the efforts of members
of the " Brick Presbyterian Church," the
" Marine Bible Society of New York" was
organized. In 1821 " The New York Bethel Union" was formed, under whose direction sialors' prayer-meetings were opened in
various parts of the city. But in 1830 mariners' churches had been built in New York,
Boston, Charleston, Philadelphia, Baltimore,
Portland, and New Orleans. The " American Seamen's Friend Society" was established in 1826, through the agency, among
others, of Dr. Nathan Bangs. Since that
time similar associations have been formed
in Philadelphia, New Bedford, Wilmington,
Alexandria, Savannah, and San Francisco.
These comprise the principal associations
which have undertaken, in this country, the
amelioration of the condition of our sailors.
They have been accompanied with beneficent results ; but very much yet remains to
be done. In this port alone there are at no.
time less than five thousand seamen, whereas there is actual accomodation for only a
few hundreds. Notwithstanding the labor
of numerous missionaries among them, they
continue to be the prey of " land-sharks;"
squandering their earnings in dens of infamy, and then embarking on shipboard again,
all the more hardened for thrir brief respite
This arises mainly from the fact
that, being strangers in the city, they are
easily enticed by rumors to take up their
abode in most any place, no matter how demoralizing the surroundings. "Sailors'
Homes," comfortable and convenient, supplied with attractive features and first of all,
under religious influences, are required for
this floating mass of them. An effort is now
being made to establish such a one, to be
known as the " Naval Sailors' Home," and
to be under the auspices and direct management of the Methodist Episcopal Church.
We copy the above from one of the Methodist papers of this city.
While the American Seamen's Friend
Society rejoices in its own catholic basis and
liberal spirit, it would be unworthy of these
if it did not heartily rejoice also in every
pious undertaking for the good of the sailor,
by whomsoever made. We have had our
own " Sailors' Home," at 190 Cherry-street,
for twenty years, where we have had some
sixty thousand sailors, and where they have
enjoyed the privileges and benefits of a
Christian Home; and it was never conducted
under more favorable auspices than now.
But surely there is ample room in the great
ashore.
commercial city for the " Naval Sailors'
Home," and we bid it God speed.
Extract of letter from Rev. T. E.
Taylor.—By the last mail from California,
we received a letter from, Mr. Taylor, from
which we make the following extract knowing that many of our island readers, will be
interested to learn that, Mr. and Mrs. Thurston reached their place of destination in
safety
Co., )
" Columbia, Tuolumne
Cal., Sept. 5, 1862. J
Dear Sir : I have just received the number of the briend, in which you express
the hope that Father and Mother Thurston
may be permitted to reach us in safety. I
am happy to inform you that they reached
us in safety last evening at 8 o'clock, after
a stage ride of seventy-five miles, from
Stockton, yesterday. Mother is in usual
health, father seems better, physically, than
I expected to see him, but his speech and
memory are affected more by his paralytic
stroke than I had supposed. Truth is indeed stranger than fiction. When I left the
Islands in 1859 to visit the Eastern States,
I had no thought that the next time I met
Father and Mother Thurston it would be in
the mountains of California, 200 miles inland from San Francisco.
' There is a divinity that shapes our ends,
rough hew them how we will.' ' 'Tis not in
man that walketh to direct his steps, but the
ways of a good man are orders of the Lord.'
My health since I came to this state has
greatly improved. For the last year 1 have
been able to preach twice every Sabbath,
and often three times. This is so much better than I ever expected to be, that I speak
of it only with a deep feeling, that God's
ways to me have been ways of mercy, and
loving kindness. lam very willing to live
in this land because I can labor here, but
California will never be to me what the Islands were. I had there a circle of friends,
which I never expect to replace in this land
of gold."
:
Editor's Table.
America before Europe, Principles and Interest*
Translated
dc Gasparin.
from advance sheets by Mary L. Booth. New
York, 18J2.
By Count Aoenor
This is
the book
of 1862. The reading
community was expecting a work from this
writer, as a sequel to his former book, entitled The Uprising of a Great People."
This one naturally follows the other, in de-
"
veloping the principles of the Great Rebel-
lion in America. We have read this work
with mingled emotions of surprise and
delight—of surprise that a European, a
Frenchman, who had never visited America
should have so completely and thoroughly
grasped the great struggle that is now in
progress in America—and of delight that a
mind of Gasparin's stamp should take so
hopeful a view of this " irrepresible conflict."
If any one is so ignorant and short-sighted
as to suppose that the conflict could have
been avoided he is but poorly qualified to
form a correct opinion respecting the probable issue. Forces have been gathering
more than two hundred years. It is a most
significant, but remarkable fact, that the first
slave-ship to Virginia, landed its cargo of
human chattels" in 1620, the very same
year that the Puritans landed upon Ply-
"
mouth Rock. Then commenced two streams
—the one dark and muddy, the other clear
and bright; the one has been navigated' by
unpaid and forced labor, and the other by
free and liberty-loving descendants of the
Pilgrims. These two streams have mingled
their waters along the territory of the border
states, and by skillful navigation and compromises, the ship of state has been borne
along, but the time had come when the
question must be settled and settled for all
coming time, shall the Republic of North
America, become a nation of slave-holders,
or a nation of freemen. Is there truth or is
there not, in the first sentence of the Declaration of Independence, "All men arc
born free and equal ?"
The reader o( Gasparin's book will find
this great question handled in a masterly
style. He will sec that the struggle is not
one of an ephemeral nature, but one the
nation has been ripening for during many
years of unexampled prosperity and growth.
All thc'elements of a nation's greatness are
now in active fermentation, and how they
will subside is known only to Him, who is
the God of Battles and Ruler of Nations.
Gasparin shows that not only America is
involved in the struggle but the nations of
Europe must suffer for they too have been
both directly and indirectly engaged in
building up and fostering the gigantic system
of negro slavery.
The author, whose work we have now
�78
tin;
briefly noticed, is firm in the belief that
eventually truth and justice will triumph, we
hope our readers will not fail to peruse this
interesting work. Our limits will only
allow us to quote the closing paragraphs of
(he work.
'» What force there is in justice ! To be
rich, to be powerful, to be able, is to be
small; to be great, is to be the servant of
justice. Principles prevail as surely in social
struggles, as in the operations of physics
and chemistry. It may take long, but it
surely happens at the end ofreckoning.
What has elected Mr. Lincoln ? What
has created the patriotic impulse ? What
has checked Europe ? What yesterday prevented an impious war ? What will perhaps
to-morrow constrain the South itself to proclaim or to suffer abolition ? What has
opposed an insuperable barrier to interests,
intrigues and jnalevolence ? What has given to the Lancashire operatives this resignation worthy of respect ? What has, in so
short a time, caused such progress in public
opinion ? What provides it with weapons
in advance against the possible return of the
policy of intervention ? What throws obstacles in the way of the desire, unceasingly
springing up on our aide the Atlantic, to
cut the United States in two?
What?
Justice.
A just cause has something so triumphant in itself, that men dare not attack it
boldly face to face. They turn round it,
they deny it, they affirm that it is not itself;
for if it were, who would dare sustain the
.shock ?
I speak, the reader will comprehend, of
just causes which have made their place on
earth, of those which are such in the eyes
of the world. History is full of just causes
which have waited, which have suffered,
which have been perfidiously trodden under
foot, which have been defeated times without
number. These will also have their turn ;
it has not yet come. They manifest their
superiority alone in the inmost recesses of
the souls by whom they are believed, they
win only internal triumphs. But let the
day come when, by force of internal triumphs and external defeats, they will have
constrained the public conscience to give
them recognition, and woe to those who
shall wish thenceforth to check their onward
friend, October, iB6 2.
gold, on the need which it will soon perhaps experience of exporting its two cotton
crops, and of profiting, to ofler it to our famishing manufactures, on the ports which the
Union fleet will doubtless occupy and open
within its limits. The reasons of my confidence are different. 1reflect that a cause is
in question, a cause which has gained its
suit; I look at the unanimous conviction of
the nineteenth century; I remember, above
all, that there is a God.
Yes, you will be the stronger, generous
defenders of justice ; you will bo the stronger, if you ally yourselves to justice and to
God. Hope ! God himself has implanted
the need of encouragement in the inmost
depths of our soul. Hope ! Cling to hope,
preserve a serene and impregnable faith in
the triumphs of eternal right.
Danton said : ' Audacity, audacity, and
again audacity!' I say willingly: 'Hope,
hope, and again hope !' This crisis, despite
the suffering that it includes, will be the
honor and consolation of our times. Never,
perhaps, were matter and spirit so directly
at strife ; the question is a moral one ; it is
for America to know whether liberty and
justice will finally prevail.
The whole world, I have just said, is engaged in the contest. The uprising of tliis
people upraises us also, this spectacle of
sufferings nobly accepted, docs us good.
We feel that one of those storms which
purify the atmosphere is passing at this moment over our globe.
Those over whom it passes have to suffer ;
but after the tempest comes line weather,
and, like that fleet which, after having been
dispersed by the storm, found itself again
entire in the smooth waters of Port Royal
America will seem, perhaps, almost to sink
beneath the violence of the winds, until it
attain the end. This end is peace.
Having once succeeded in suppressing the
fearful evil which was devouring them, the
United States will not feel that their present
sacrifices are
disproportioned
to the progress
accomplished. Acquired at this price, the
abolition of slavery will not have been
bought too dear.
The question in the end is a second creation of the United States. This is carried
on by the American method, that of Washington, that of the war of 1812, that which
begins in weakness and ends in grandeur.
No, the sixteenth President of the United
movement!
States will not be the last; no, the cisrhtyAbolition is one of these just causes, fifth year of this people will not be the last
whose advent is accomplished. The cham- their, flag will come out of battle pierced
pions of slavery are lost in advance; they with bullets and blackened with powder, but
more glorious than ever, without having let
feel that the world goes against them.
This is why I ant certain of success; this fall, as I hope, in the melee a single one of
is why, having proved that the great Amer- its thirty-four stars."
ican people has taken sides against slavery,
A Bible and a newspaper in every house, a goal
1 call it a great people uprising. The diffi- school in every district—all studied ami appreciated
the principal support of virtue, moculties are great! Who doubts it ? Princi- as they merit—arc
ples take time to pass from the domain of rality and civil liberty.
ideas to that of facts! Who denies it?
|Sckct«i for the Friind, l.y Mia ]
;
Military operations may fail! Who denies
it ? My confidence would be weak indeed
if it rested on the skill of McClellan, on that
great army, •marvellously created in a few
months, and stretching farther than the distance from Madrid to Moscow, on the prosperity of the North, on theruin of the South,
on the discredit of its notes, which already
are at a discount of forty-five per rent for
The Changed Cross.
It was a time of sadness—and my heart.
Although it knew and loved the better part,
Felt wearied with the conflict and the atrife,
And all the needful discipline of life
And while I thought on these—as given to mo
My trial teats of faith and love to be.
It seemed as if I never could be sure
That faithful to the end 1 should endure
And thus no longer trusting in His might.
Who nays, Wo walk by faith and not by sight,"
Doubting, and almost yielding to despair.
The thought aroee : My cross I cannot bear.
"
Far heavier its weight mast surely bo
Than those of others which I daily eec;
<>h ! if I might another burden ohoosc,
Mctbiuks 1 should not fear my crown to lose.
A jolemn silence reigned on all around.
E'en nature's voices uttered not a sound;
The evening shadows necmed of peace to tell,
And sices upon my weary spirit fell.
A moment's pause, and then a heavenly light
Beamed full upon my wandering, raptured sight,
Angels in silvery wings beamed cverywhero,
And angels' music thrilled the balmy air.
Then One, more fair thnn all the rest to see,
One, to whom all others bowed the knee,
Came gently to mc as I trembling lay.
And " Follow me," ho said I am the way."
"
Then speaking thus, lie lead mc far above;
And there, beneath a canopy of love,
('rouses of divers shape and size were seen.
Larger and smaller than mine own had been.
And one there was, most beautious to behold,
A little one with jewels set in gold;
Ah ! this, mcthought, I oan with comfort wear.
For it will be an easy one to bear '•
And so the little cross 1 quickly took.
But all at once my frame beneath it shook;
The sparkling jewels, fair wcro they to srr,
But far to heavy was their weight for mc.
This may not be, 1 cried, and looked again
To sec if their was any hero could case my pain,
But one by one I passed them slowly by,
Till on a lovely one I cast my eye.
Fair flowers around its sculptured form entwined,
And grace and beauty seemed in it combined,
Wondering 1 gazed, and still I wouder'd n.ore
To think so many should have passed it o'er.
But oh ! that form so beautiful to see.
Soon made its hidden sorrows known to mc;
Thorns lay beneath those flowers and colors fair;
Sorrowing I said: This cross 1 may not bear.
And so it was with each and all around.
No one to suit my ncctl could their be found;
Weeping, I laid each heavy burden down.
As my Guide gently said: No cross—no crown.
At length to him I raised my saddened heart;
He knew its sorrows, bid its doubt depart—
Bo not afraid," he said, but trust in mc,
My perfect love shall now bo shown to the."
"
And then, with lighten'd eyes and willing feet,
Again I turned, my earthly cross to meet.
With forward footsteps turning not aside,
For fear some hidden evil might betide.
And then in the prepared appointed way.
Listening to hear and ready to obey,
A cross I quickly found of plainest form.
With only words of love inscribed thereon.
With thankfulness I raised it from the rest,
And joyfully acknowledg'd it the best—
The only one of all the many there
That I could M was good for uic to bear.
And while 1 thus my chosen one confessed,
I saw a heavenly brightness on it rest,
And as I bent—my burden to sustain—
I recognized my own old cross again.
But oh ! how different did it seem to be.
Now I had learned its preciousness to ace;
No longer could I unbelieving say—
I'erhaps another is a better way.
Ah no ! henceforth my one desire shall be,
But He who knows me best should choose for me;
And so, whate'er His love sees good to send,
I'll trust its best—because he knows the end.
For my thoughts arc not your thought!, lailh the Lord."—
Isaiah 1, S.
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you—IhooiftiU
"
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fitted up in a style to suit the wants of Officers and
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HENRY .ALLEN,
Almanacks for 1862.
Merchant's, Shipmaster's and Mechanic's Aasistan
Laws of the Sea.
The Art of Sailmaking.
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American Patriotic
Fund.—We are
heartily glad learn that loyal and
patriotic American residents, in Honolulu,
hare commenced raising a fund to assist
their countrymen whe-are so nobly struggling
to perpetuate free institutions, a constitutional government, circumscribe the area of
slavery, and we confidentially hope, ere long,
abolish the most abominable system of human bondage that disgraces any land. The
sum subscribed has already reached S 1,400,
and we doubt not will amount to $2,000 or
$3,000. This may appear small and insignificant, when compared with the enormous
sums daily expended by the Federal Government, but it is an expression of hearty sympathy and cordial good will. Should the
time ever come that the American Governnient should recall citizens from abroad,
there are some upon the Sandwich islands
who will respond to the call. There are at
least four sons of Sandwich Island Missionaries in the Federal Army, viz., three sons
of the Rev. C. Forbes, and one of the late
Rev. Dr. Armstrong. Let no one despair
of the American Union, so long as there are
a million of soldiers in the field, or in course
of training.
most
to
The Bible a Life Preserver.
At a Bible meeting lately held near Sydney, in Australia, one of the speakers mentioned the following striking fact, as show-
ing the hope and confidence suddenly inspired, in a season of supposed danger, by
the unexpected discovery of a Bible :
McDonald observed, that he
" Captain
had
formerly entertained unfavorable opinions respecting matters of Bible circulation,
but he felt it due to those ladies who were
about to engage in the good work, to mention a circumstance that had come under
his own observation, and which entirely
changed his views. When he was among
the Fiji islands he came to one place where
ha found that a vessel from California had
been wrecked. The passengers and crew,
in their fancied freedom from any danger,
gave way to enjoyment, when suddenly
their vessel struck on a reef, and became a
complete wreck. Their horror could hardly
be described, when, in the morning, they
found themselves helpless among savages,
who were once well known to regard whoever was cast on their coast as subjects of
plunder and murder. Summoning all their
courage, they made for shore, and went to
the nearest hut, not knowing what was to
become of them.
On entering, the chief
officer saw lying on a board one object that
arrested his attention. It was not a club,
nor a barbed spear, nor a tomahawk : it was
a small Bible ! ■We are safe,' he said to
his companions: ' wherever that book is,
there is no danger to be apprehended.' The
fact was, some little time before the missionaries had gone there, and such was the
change wrought among these people that
they not only spared the sailors, but entertained them hospitably until, after three weeks,
he arrived there and took them away."
Editorial. Our fellow-townsman, Mr.
Waterheuse, has two brothers among the
Enplish miasionarirs at the Fiji Islands.
—
Arrivals of Whalersat the Port of Talcahuano,
PORT OF HONOLULU, S. I.
ARRIVALS.
Sept. I—Am dipper ship Flying Eagle, WalaVn, lSdays from
Shn Francisco, t-n rout*.' for Hongkong, anchored
outside. Sailed again on the 3d.
I—Haw ach Odd Fellow, Lawton, 29 days fcom Aneva
•
Point, with 1800 seal akin*.
B—Am bark Speedwell, Com. I'aty, 18 days from San
Francisco.
B—French wh ship Latour tlu Pin, Favoreu, 26 days from
Kodiack, 110 sp, ami nlmut 90 wh, Reason. Came
in here on account of illness of the Captain.
9—British ship Lady Young, Morrissnn, 34 days from
PortTownaend, en route for Ota(io, N. /,., with a
cargo of lumber. Anchored outside, and sailed
again next day.
10—New Grenadfan hark Inkermann, 48 days from PoKet Sound, with cargo of lumber for Shanghai-.
Stopped fur supplier..
13—Am clipper ship Morning Stnr, Foster, 15 dan from
Sun Krjf-Cisco, passed this port, bound SB China.
19—Am sch Wsndo, Uanlner, from PVfSt Sound via
Victoriaand l*ahatim, 27 days to the latter place,
with about 118M feet lumber to Messrs. Jlackfeld
At Co.
19—Am ship Leonidas, Wood, 4ro days from Puget Sound,
en route for Monti-video with lumber. I'ut in hen*
for repairs, having sprung a leak while at BBS.
20—Am wh ship Heindeer, Kay nor, from the Arctic, 24
months out, 1450 wh, 2:1,000 bone, season ; 100 sp,
*13T6 wh, 53,000 bone, voyage ; 1050 wh, 23,000 Im,
"ii board.
21—Am wh bark Brapanza, Turner, from the South and
Arctic, 34j months out. 000 sp, 1300 wh, 20,000
bone, season ; 68f> sp, 3800 wh, 63,0001>n, voyage |
6CO sp, 1600 wh, 20,000 bone, on board.
21—Am wh bark Florida, Fish, from the Arctic, 38 months
out, 50 sp, 1150 wh, 10,000 bone, season ; SO up,
3300 wh, 50,000 bone, voyage; 50 sp, 2000 wh,
16,000 bone, on board.
-^ Fran25—Ambark Auckland, Tucker, 18 days frotfJPan
cisco—stood off ami on, and sailed again uext day
for Shanghai1
26—Am ship Young Hector, Chadwick, 15 days from San
Francisco.
27—Am bark Nile, Kldridge,l6 days from San Francisco.
27—Haw. wh brig Wailua, Lass, last from Hon in Islands,
21 months out, 400 sp, 100 brls cocoanut oil.
.
1862.
(Reported for the Commercial Advertiser.)
(Cout Inurd from last Utrue.)
Aprd I—Ship Jeanncttc, Winslow, nothing since leaving San
Francisco. Came in to laud sick men—took freight
forhome.
4—Bark Hydaspc, Pope, 200 sp, season ; 460 sp, 100 wh.
ou board. In port—to cruise.
7—Ship Uatconda, Green, 160 sp, season ; 450 sp, on brd.
In port-Jto cruise.
'7—Ship Niger, Allen, 18 mos out, 250 sp. In port—to
cruise.
7—Bark Osprey, Stanton, 150 sp, season ; 376 sp, on brd.
In port—hound home.
7—Bark uaoctr. Allen, 800 sp all told. In port—tocr'ae.
8— ■ Kdward, Smalley, 400 sp. In port—to cruise.
Mary Ann, Macy, 580 sp, season; 1100 sp, all
H—
'.l—Ship Cougress, Stranbnrg,nothing since last reportedIn port—bound home.
11—Uark Aflon, Allen, 200 sp. In port—bound home.
11— " Benjamin Cummings,Briggs,60 sp, season ; 600
sp, all told. In port—to cruise.
11— " Clara Bell, Fisher, 150 sp. In port—to cruise.
H_ " Peru, Turner, 050 sp, season ; 1300 sp, all MM.
In port—to cruise.
H_ *• President, Macy, 115Csp, all told. In port—to
cruise.
11— *• Ohio, Baker, 1200 sp, 480 wh, all told. In port
"
—bound honn-.
11—Ship Pacific 2d, Smith, 1000 sp all told. In port—to
cruise.
11—Ship Mary Wilder, Cleveland, 120spall told. In port
—to cruise.
13—Bark Sea Queen, Burdett, 350 sp. In iiort—bound
h"inr.
13—
Alfred Oibbs, Nichols, 1050 sp all told. In part
—to cruise.
Id—Ship
Kelly, 12 sp all told. In port—bound
"
home.
10— " China, llathaway, 600 sp all told. In port—to
cruise.
17—Bark Sacramento. Defries, 850 sp all lold. In portto cruise.
17—Ship J. A. Barker, Swain, 26 sp, season. In port—
liound home
18—Bark Henry Tuber, Kirby, 300 sp, season. In portto cruise.
23—Ship Kmenild, from New Bedford for California. Put
in for water—reports very rough weather off Cape
Horn.
27—Constitution, Winslow.
27—Nautilus, Swain.
27—lb syer, Ilamblin.
MEMORANDA.
Is Pokt—2B whaleships ; 54 arrivals thusfar this season, and
several
more due.
Q3" Ship Rrindrrrt llaynor, reports—Went into the Arctic
Miuiy ofthe vessels In port are waiting for a change of wind
July 16, and had good weather most of the time, but Iwcame
to
ro
out.
At present they are weatherbound. Havehad Northvery blowy during the latter part of August. Took the first
J. 8. Van IBOHL
bowhead May 16, lat. 60° 04 N., long, ltf* X, and the last erly winds for a week.
Q
Aug. 22, lat. 70 lON., long. 176° 20 W\—ln all 16 whales,
1450 brls. oil. Saw most whales in lat. 60° 10 N., long. 174°
MARRIED.
W., from July 28 to Aug. 10. On the Ist of May, lost one of
the starboard boats while running in a gale ; on the 18th June,
Honolulu,
Dana—Saa—ln
s<i>t. 1:1, by Her. t>. C. Damon,
lost the starboard anchor by the ice coming in contact with us Robert 11. Uiivl-, Ksq., I'ollce Justice
of Honolulu,to Mrs. Maria
at the mouth of Plover Bay. Found very little ice, and the
of this city.
S.
both
Mea,
weather more mild this season than on any former iwcnsion—
Tuesday ereninp, rVpt. IS, at
Dominis—l'ak.i—ln
Honolulu,
left
for
Honolulu
whales numerous. Having filled all the casks,
R. llishop, Esq., by Rev. O. Damon.
August 27, and arrived on the 20th Bajli experienced light the residence of Cliaa.
John0. Doininis, Ksq., to Miss Lydia K. I'nki.
'«
breezes all the way down.
O" Bark Braganza, Turner, reports—Left Honolulu Pec. 25
tor the Line and Arctic. Took the first sperm whale Jan. 6, lat
DIED.
1° 8 t long. 160° W., and the last April 16, In BoM Hay, the
westernmost of theSolomon group, lat. 5° S., long. 155 3 X.—
Robkrtson—Onhoard bark Comet, Aug. 28, Margaret Ann,
in all. 26 sperm whales. 000 brls. oil. ?p«*rm whales were plen- aged one year, daughter of His Honor Jmine Kobe rt son, of
tiful In that Bay during the month of February. Went on the Honolulu. We most truly sympathise with the bereaved
Arctic whaling ground July Ist *, took our first bowhead whale parents. Mrs. Robertson had started upon a visit to Kngland
next day, and thelast Aug. 10, lat. OS » 30 N., long. 173° W., anil thus early was a dark shadow cast across her pathway.
—12 bowheads, 1300 brls. Whales were plentiful, and weather We copy the following extract from a letter ofMrs. R., addressed
good until about the middle of August, when it commenced to to one of her friends in Honolului
blow rather fresh. Found whales most numerous during the
"SaM Francisco, Sept. 3, 1862.
month of July. Left for Honolulu Aug. 27, and arrived on the
"My Dkar Mrs.
:—I wtlte to Inform you of s
21st Sept., having experienced fine weather all the way down. very melancholy event, even the death ofmy sweet babe, which
ID" Bark Florida, Fish, reports similar to that of the Rrin* took place two days before our arrival here. The dear little
dtrr. Whales plentiful, and weather good all the season.
lamb was sick all the passage ; she had an attack of convulsions a few days after we left Honolulu,but rallied again, and
Vesjaelsj Spoken and Heard From:
we began to hope she would get over it on Thursday, the 28th,
WIfAI.Kd. she again drooped, and on Friday night convulsions came on,
1—Brig
Dauelsbcrg
0
Victoria,
and continued with little intermission until Sabbath night at
Luf.
12—Bark Isabella, Tucker
4
a quarter pant 10 o'clock, when the Saviour took her to His
.1
bosom, where she is safely sheltered from all the trials and sorNary,8ar»ent
12—
0
13—Ship John Rowland, Whelden
rows of this world of suffering. We had much sympathy and
1
assistance from Mrs. Duly and Mrs. Thurston—and the evening
13—Brji Kohola, llruinuierhop
3
13—8htpOcean, Clark
we saw she was near herend Mr. Thurston came over to our mom,
Stewart
7
16— " Thomas Dlckason,
and it was a touching sight to see the aged saint shedding tears at
1000 oris..;
20—Bark Coral,Siison
the dying couch of thelittle Infant—and It seemed as if thevery
6
20—Ship Champion, Worth
elements reverenced the solemnity ot the hour, for the wind died
away and the sea was calm, and there was scarcely a motion in
20—Bark Barnstable, Brownaon
4
20—8hlp General Teste, Lopes
6
the vessel, evertblng was perfectly still as the little immortal
4
spirit was struggling to freeitself from its mortal encumbrance."
22—Bark Catherine. Heppingslone
1
25—
Zoe, Simmonds—.Smith—At Waimea, Hawaii, Sept. 23, Capt. James Smith,
16
Fanny, Miren
28—
aged about 66 years, formerly a pilot of the port of Honolulu.
Wish —At U. S. Hospital, Honolulu, Sept. 11, Henry Wish,
a Dane, who came from California several monthsago, and has
PASSENGERS.
been confined sick in the hospital at Lahalnaand in Honolulu.
Mason—At U. S. Hospital, Honolulu, Sept 16, Nelson Mason,
from Ban Frascuco—per Speedwell, Sept. ft—Mn Melville, a colored seaman.
Hiss and Master Melville, Mrs (1 Vollam ami 3 children, Mrs
John
Waterhouse,
T
Lancaster, Miss Roderick, Bey C T Mills,
C L Richards, James Love, Wm Crockett, J Dargaahea, Dan P
Information Wanted !
True, O X Brumellei. JScott, O Perry, H BftWers 11 Lancaster,
Respecting Robert S. Fraiier, who left the United States
Edward Bush, Kll Griffln, and 2 Hawallans-25.
yearsago
Are
on
board the Moctesuma," Cspt.Tinier. Abou
for 8a» Frahciaoo—per Yankee, Sept. U—Mrs Dibble. Mrs
years ago, be was on board the "American," Capt. Pease
Inch, Mrs Colt, JC King, James Rowland,Fakir of Siva and two
proper
Ills
uauie Is Edward W. Robinson, although he has
Assistant, B IMS™, Cbewkee—o.
osier sailed under that name. Any information will be gladly
From Sax Fhascisco—per Young Ttector, Sept. 26—Geo M nxseired
hy
lb' Keillor, and communicated lo his friends ii
Makse, Fred Boss, H Raymond, J f Carawr, M Ckesebom, A H Boston.
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THE
RIEND
Keto Strus, Mrl. 11, #(~
HONOLULU, SEPTEMBER 1, 1862.
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CONTENTS
For September, ISO2.
Schools in Uonolulu,
Rice culture Jtc,
Death of 11. 11. H. Prince of Hawaii,
His Majesty's Speech,
Kxtratcts from foreign papers,
Key. O. W. Bethune,
Prof. Hitchcock the (Geologist,
Editor's Table, 4-0, &C,
MarineNews, &c, Ac,
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Pack.
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THE FRIEND,
SEPTEMBER 1, 1802.
Schools in Honolulu.—One of the most
gratifying features of the society in Honolulu, is the interest taken by all classes in
the cause of education. Public and private
schools suited to pupils in every stage of
their education, are well patronized. While
much attention is paid to music and the
lighter branches, we are glad to know that
the more solid branches are not neglected.
At the close of the year, there was an examination of Mr. Brewster's school, which
has acquired a good reputation, and the
teachers have shown themselves both
competent and faithful. The discipline of
the school is excellent. The scholars are
made to obey, and what is most gratifying
they obey cheerfully and promptly.
A Hint.—The person who borrowed from
the Editor a book, entitled,' Country Parson,'
first series, will confer a favor by returning it
forthwith. We think of ordering from San
Francisco the second series, but if the first is
lost, we shall still be badly off. The borrower will find the owner's name upon the fly
leaf. Next to reading a new book, is the
pleasure of loaning it to a friend, but alas!
if that friend will not return it—What then J
U. S. S. Lancaster.—We have recently
recieved a most interesting letter from the
Rev. Mr. Stockbridge, chaplain on board this
vessel, and should publish extracts, but it has
been unaccountably mislaid. We hope yet
to find it, as it contained some particulars
respecting an interesting work of reform in
progress on board said vessel.
The Rice Culture on the Sandwich
Islands.—Oftentimes while riding over the
waste taro lands of Hawaii, Maui; Oahu, and
Kauai, the thought has come up—will these
dry taro patches ever again be brought under
cultivation ? We could not see how they
cnuld be; taro was not a crop that could be
raised for exportation, and beyond that, it
really seemed as if these taro patches must
forever remain fallow, but the mystery is now
solved. Rice-culture is a success* Thousands of acres are ready to be broken up and
sown. Taro-patches may readily be converted into rice-patches. A million of dollars
would not prepare these lands for rice, if they
had not been previously used for the cultivation of taro, hence we argue, that at least one
million of dollars has been added to the capital of the islands by the rice-culture. It is
gratifying to see the natives coming into
town, with their donkey loads of rice. It is
a crop exactly suited to the natives. We
should not be surprised if eventually rice
partially supplanted taro, as a staple article
of food, among the natives., Mr. Holstein,
curator of the Agricultural gardens, merits
the warmest thanks of not only all rice-growers, but ofall friends of the Hawaiian Islands.
Cannot some public expression be made,
which shall «how that his services are appreciated ?
New British Commissioner and Consul-General.—Her
Majesty the Queen of Great
Britain and Ireland, Our Great and Good
Friend, has accredited unto Us, to reside
near Our Court, William Webb Follett
Synge, Esq., in character of Her Majesty's
Commissioner and Consul-General, and We
require Our Subjects, and all Departments
of Our Government, to pay high consideration to his Person, his property, family and
retainers, and to give full faith and attach
full credit to all his official sets as such
Minister.
Done at the Palace, at Honolulu, this 23d
day of August, 1862.
KAMEHAMEHA.
\m Stria. M 19,
Death of His Royal Highness,
65
PrincTeohH
f awaii.
It becomes our painful duty to announce the
death of the young Prince of Hawaii, who expired at the Palace on Wednesday morning at 8
o'clock. We did not dream when we penned for
our last issue the notice of his indisposition, that
this would convey the announcement ofhis death.
Yet so it is,—grief and sorrow have seized the
royal household, and will be participated in by
every person in the Kingdom.
The Prince was born on the 20th of May,
1858, and was consequently 4 years, 3 months
and seven days of age when he died. He early
developed an unusual forwardness, which made
him a favorite with his parents, who almost
idolized him, and with all who became acquainted with him. As he grew older, the winning
traits which he began to develops, naturally
drew out to him a strong attachment and love
from all who knew him, which showed itself
whenever he appeared in public, where he was
invariably an object of special attraction. He
has generally enjoyed very good healthand shown
no symptoms of disease of any kind, till the attack which occurred on the 18th, and which is
thought to have been inflammation of thebrain or
water on the brain, a very common disease among
children. The malady made rapid progress, and
in the course of four days it became evident
that it would terminate in death.
On Saturday, at 10, A. M., the child was baptized by Rev. B. W. Clark, according to the
Episcopal form, in the presence of the King's
household, cabinetand chiefs, and named Albsrt
Edward Kauikkofli Leiopapa a Kamehameha,
Mrs. SyDge, the lady of theBritish Commissioner,
standing as sponsorfor Queen Victoria of England,
Mr. Synge, for the Prince of Wales. Great satisfaction has been expressed with the baptism of
the Prince. It was tbe purpose of the King to
have the ceremony performed by Bishop Staley;
but his non-arrival and the sickness and death of
thechild frustrated tbe long proposed plan.
During his illness, the greatest interest has
been manifested by the public to learn the exact
state of his health, and bulletins ware daily issued. The nature of the disease was snob that
the little patient suffered the most intense agony
during his illness, which exhibited itself in
�TUE FRIEND, SEPTEMBER, 1 8 ft l
66
spasms, cramps and shrieks, which no treatment
could alleviate. On the morning of his death,
however, the pain subsided, and the childbecame
culm and his countenance the image of sweetness
and heavenly radiance. The King and Queen,
broken down with grief, stood by the couch
of their dying bey, and with them Mrs. Bishop,
Miss Paki, Mr. Wyllie, and some others. Seeing that thd child was dying. His Majesty took
the prayer-book and requested Mr. Wyllie to
read the prayer appropriate for the occasion.
This scene, as the royal group knelt at thedeathbed of the child, and joined in supplications to
their Almighty Father, while the infant spirit
peacefully left the body and winged its flight to
its Creator, was one which can batter bo imagined than described.
The booming minute cannon, tolling bells and
half-raised flags announced, at 8J o'clock, to the
anxious public tlmt the Prince was dead, and
the grief of the native population immediately
exhibited itself in various ways.
Thus has closed in one Bhort week an event
entirely unlookcd for, which has sent a pall of
gloom into the palace, plucking the chosen flower
from the bosoms of the King and Queen, and
destroying the fond hopes of the nation. The
death of no other person could havo been so
severe a blow to the King and his pcoplo as that
of the Prince or Hawaii. In this youthful
scion were centered the hopes of his parents, and
to him the eyes of the whole nation turned as the
prospective ruler of Hawaii. In him, all the
plans of His Majesty appeared to center—he was
the idol of all. But tbeso plans aro prematurely
destroyed, all these fond hopes are crushed by an
over-ruling Providence, inscrutiblc, wise and
good, whoso ways are not as our ways, and
whose thoughts are not as our thoughts." To
His supremo will let us all bow, and acknowledge
that He is the Sovereign of all, and the Ruler of
the Universe. How true it is that " man proposes, but God disposes."
Most devoutly do we pruy that this heavy affliction may be accompanied with its blessings, not
only to the broken hearts of the bereaved royal
parents, who havo watched over their child with
a devotion which has novcr been surpassed, hut
to the whole nation. What parent, who has
ever been called on to yield up to the summons
of death, hie idolized child, can fail to sympathize
with our afflicted sovereigns, or fail to offer up a
prayer in their behalf, that this blow may be
sanctified to their temporal and spiritual happiness, and to the good of their people. We feel
that they have the deepest sympathy of all in this
trial of the death of one so dear to the whole
nation.
"
Qod thought it best to take him hencr,
Or ekwhe'd not have died—
Remember 'twas ao all-good God
Who took him from yowside.
Weep not for him who In lire's morn
Hath from your circle fled
He was too fairand food for earth,
Then why should tears ho shed.
-,
It seems as if Providence had selected this very
time for this sad event, for some wise purpose,
which may not be clear to us now, but of whioh
the future may develops the meaning. Why it
should hare happened just at this juncture, when
mora than usual political feeling has been existing, when His Majeety was without a regular
.
The Patriarch cr Kaliiii.—Lust Sunday, August
IT, was the birth-day ol' our venerable townsman,
Capt. Alex. Adams, of Kalihi,*he having completed
on that day his 88th year. He stilt enjoys comparatively good health for ono of his age, and is engaged
every day, more or less, iv superintending the trees
which he planted a score of years ago, and which tire
now yielding abunilnutly of their fruit. His garden is
a little Eden in the abundance and variety of its products. The Mango trees are loaded down with their
golden fruit, and we have nowhere seen larger or
handsomer fruit of this variety than those from his
garden. The old gentleman has lately had two new
HIS MAJESTY'S SPEECH
as Artemas Ward faceteeth not
" storebutteeth,"
of
1802.
Proroguing the Legislature
a gift from the kind Providence
tiously remarks,
still lengthens his years ; and what is more
(Delivered hy Royal Commission—H. Ex. M. which
singular, his head, which has been bald, is sending
Kkkuanaoa, Governor of Oahu, and Chief out a uew oovei ing of dark hair, while his eyesight
Justice Allen, Chancellor of the Kingdom.)
and hearing, which have long been poor, are becoming
restored. These sre trifling incidents to be sure,
Delivered on Saturday, Auocst 23.
but such as physiologists like to make a note of.
We trust this rejuvenating of the old patriarch's
Nobles and Representatives :—Your Joint faculties may add to the happiness of his declinCommittee have announced to me that your ing years and render them niore pleasurable than
they might otherwise have been. Ho is almost the
House have discharged all the duties which you only link nnw remaining that connects this genera.regard as essential to the administration of my tion with the days and reign of Kamehameha the
Oreat.—P. C. Advertiser.
Government for the ensuing biennial period.
has
The duty of retrenchment of expenditures
Naval.— H. B. Majesty's steam frigate Termagant,
been especially imposed upon you at this session :
arrayed on Friday last, ii days from
and after a careful interchange of opinions, and Panama, bringing as passengers the newly-appointed
in the exercise of a liberal judgment, you have British Commissioner and Consul General Wm. F.
missed a Mil of appropriations, which, I trust, Synge and family. Tho following is a list of her
will enable tho Executive to sustain the honor officers :
Captain. —Robt. Hall.
and efficiency of my Government, by an expen/.iVurrnaiiM.--G. D. Eit.roy, R. 11. Napier, 11. C Best
diture not exceeding its receipts. It is unques- Him.
K. 0. Cailogan.
that
for
Natter.—Thns. I'ntter.
provision
tionably a sound principle,
Lieutenant Marines—Vim. 11. Y. Tom.
Surgeon. —Jas. C. Wal*h.
its curreryoflxpenscs should always be made. A
Paymaster—Chan. Iloyle.
dobt on this account should never be imposed on
Chief Engineer—Jno. Sanders.
B. Peaae. 0. Y. John«on.
Sub-Lieuienanti.—C.
the
a
debt
for
successors. Indeed public
Cabinet, and just about the period which had
been set for the arrival of Bishop Stuley and the
baptism of the Prince with full ceremonies, may
appear inexplicable. Had it occurred a few
months earlier or even a few months later, it
might not have been accompanied with so many
circumstances indicating that Providence lias
some wise end in view.— P. C. Advertiser.
our
most valuablo improvements should bo incurred
with great caution, and liquidated with as much
dispatch as a proper regard for the resources of
My people will permit.
The amendments of the Constitution whioh
you have adopted may prevent anarchy and confusion in the Government, by establishing a
more fixed rulo of inheritance of the Crown.
Experience has shown that it controls legislation
upon some subjects, in which the public interest
requires some change. Your amendments have
remedied this embarrassment to some extent.
The Constitution was adopted under somewhat
peculiar circumstances, and will undoubtedly
need amendments from the influence of time and
events upon the affairs of my Kingdom ; but, I
trust, that every modification will be made with
a careful judgment.
For tho liberality which you have manifested
by the provision made for Myselfand My Family,
I thank you. It is in accordance with the same
spirit which has always actuated tho Representatives of my People.
I congratulate you upon the increasing dovelopement of the resources of my Kingdom, and I
trust that your legislation will aid in this great
purpose, and contribute to the general prosperity.
Nobles and Representatives: In taking leave
of you, and, as I announce the Prorogation of
this Session of the Legislature, it is my painful
duty to inform you of the dangerous illness of
Our Son, the Prince of Hawaii, which has put
Our House in sorrow. He is the Son of the Nation, and the hearts of the People, we doubt
not, will be touched like Our own. We trust in
a Meroiful God to restore him, if, in His wisdom
it is best, and to sustain us in this our hour of
trial.
Attittant Surgeon —J. E. Georges,
Second Matter—Jno. Eriarants.
Attittant Paymaster.— W. S. Wbittaker.
Midtliipman.—k. I. Booth.
Matter's Attittant.—iao. Aylen
Clerk.— J. C. sialiben.
Attittant Clerk—Vl. A. Kilner.
Engineers—W. Curtin. W. Brown.
Attittant Engineer.—O. Lecate
Ounnsr*.—Thos. Wrslfoot, Wm. ."letters.
Boatswain. —Jno. Harris.
Carpenter.—Fredk. Avery.
—
Ibid.
The deep interest taken by the public in the
young Prince, was forcibly shown in the closing of
all stores, and an entire suspension of all business
immediately on the announcement of his death on
Wednesday; a siillncssand gloom appeared to possess
the city. H. B. M.'s ship Termagant fired a Royal
minute salute, and she, as also the other ships in
port, wore their colors at half mast. Passing the
engine house of Hawaii No. 4, of which the Prince
was » member, we noticed it draped heavily in
mourning, as were also the engine, hose-cart, and the
little chair in which he rode during the firemen's parade a few months ago. The other engine-houses were
also dressed in mourning. No arrangements have
been made for the funeral, and it will probably not
take place for some days.—lbid.
A comet has been in sight during the past few
evenings, visible in the North-west. It was first seen
in the evening of the 18th, directly west of the North
star. As observed about 8 o'clock, P. M., it is
ascending at an angle of about 40 degrees above
the horizon, and appears to be moving nearly on a
with the sun's apparent orbit. The " tail "
indistinct, bat seems to be gaining in brighti very
ness and length. It is difficult to say whether it is
approaching or receding from the son, so nearly
parallel is its course, hut it is probably approaching
it, and a few nights may show it more distinctly.—lb.
Sarallel
Memphis, June 17.—The shipments to the North
to day oompriaed 3,000 bales of cotton, 6,000 barrels,
and 8,000 half barrels of molasses, and 6,000 barrels
of sugar. There was a large supply coming in yesterday. On tbe first day the post-office was opened
in Memphis, the citiiens mailed one thousand letters,
mostly on business to the Northern cities, and bought
$3,000 worth of postage stamps.
�THE FRIEND, SEPTEMBER,
Loss of the
Steamship "Golden Gate."
The steamer Golden Hate left San Francisco for
Panama on the 21st of July. After a pleasant voyage of six and a half days, she took fire in ihe cook's
galley, when 16 miles westward from Maniauillo, on
the Mexican Coast. This was Sunday, July 27th.
The first c»bin passengers were at the dinner table,
quarter to 6 P. M., when the alarm was given.
Thirty minutes later the steamer, which was the
best one ot the Company's vessels, was a total wreck.
Capt. Hudson, (Commao ier,) assisted by Captain
Pearson, who was on board tbe vessel as a passenger,
did all that could be done tv save the sbip and passengers, but in spite of their best efforts 198 out of
838 on board were lost. The treasure which amounted to #1,400.747, and it is thought about #500,000
in Government securities were lost. Instantly that
that tho danger was apprehended all the women
and children were ordered to the forward part
of the ship, and the vessel headed for tbe
shore which was 3J miles distant Theflamosspread
so rapidly that many threw themselves into the sea
in their panic. Others tarried by the ship until it
was only a qnestion of death by fire or by water.
The vessel grounded about 800 yards from the beach.
Some 80 persons made their escape to the shore
through the breakers. Four boats were lowered, one
of them was swamped instantly, the other three got
oof Two of them arrived sate at Manzanillo, the
third, with 20 persons is not yet reported as arrived.
Those who landed through breakers made their way
wearily and with much suffering over the mountain
dense with chapparel to near Mauzanillo where boats
came to their relief.
Tbe passengers leaving San Francisco in the Golden Gait numbered 242—the officers aud crew, 96 ;
of the whole number but 140 are known to be saved.
Among the Intter are Captains Hudson and Pearson
who were the last to leave tbe ship, Ben Hollady, (of
Holladay and Flint,) Abel Guy, and A. J. Gunnison.
The origin of the fire is quite unknown.
The Rebels as they appear to Englishmen.
In glancing over our exchange papers, we
find numerous extracts from English newspapers relating to the civil wars in America.
There is no question but English editors and
writers are changing their opinions in regard
to American affairs. At first, the Rebels, no
doubt, gained much sympathy among Englishmen, but affairs are now assuming a new
phase. The newspapers begin to speak out.
The following is from the London Standard,
being suggested by the appointment of a day
and Prayer, by Jeff.
'ruth is one, and so is justice. Of two
nding parties both cannot be right, both
s cannot be alike just. We, with our
views, can see no objection to the appointment of such days in the North, forasmuch
■sting
Davis:
as they have on their side law, equity, humanity, and patriotism. Northern Christians,
ministers and people may, with an approving
conscience implore the help of God to extirpate slavery from the land, and fully believe
that their prayers will be registered, their
desires ratified, and their work successful.
But how the rulers of the South—traffickers
in flesh and blood and the souls of men—
rulers who proclaim to the wide world that
the black man is but a beast of bunion, to be
bred, bought, sold, worked, lashed, hunted,
and shot, if needful, like other beasts—rulers
who avow that their purpose is to found,
extend, uphold, and perpetuate an empire on
slavery—how such men can look up fe heaimplore the Father of Spirits, who
"made of one blood all men to dwell on
face of the earth," to aid them in their
inhuman, diabolical enterprise, is to us utterly
incomprehensible. It is the very clirnlix of
wickedness and impiety. It is enough to
bringdown upon them thunder and lightning
and a tempest of fire ?
fand
Rebels as
186 2.
67
The Turn of Tils "Times."—Mr. Henry
Chartist" lecturer of
" Christian
The following paragraphs are from the England, delivered
on address March 15, on
Richmond Examiner:
'The American Crisis," to a crowded meeting
Now, what have been the results of the in the Assembly Rooms at Bedford, England.
campaign in Virginia ? The war has lasted We have only room for n single example ot
a year. Many battles have been fought. In the address:
next described the union of
every one of the battles fought in Virginia,
" Mr. Vincent
with the exception of Cheat Mountain and Northern
parties for the choice of the next
Roanoke, the confederate soldiers have had President, the choice fell upon tough Abe
the advantage; yet the confederate armies Lincoln, as fine a piece ofoak as you will find
have been alwayajn retreat, never in advance, in the whole Union. ' I perceive,' said Mr.
abandoning posiTOn after position, according Vincent, 'that a learned orator in Kent, Mr.
to rule and square, till now the state is nearly Beresford Hope, in addressing nn audience
all swallowed by the enemy, its fields deso- some time ago, called him, amid the laughter
lated, farm-houses sacked, the slaves wander- of a stupid assembly, 'a wood splitter,' Yes;
ing in troops, the people a nation in exile, and he began life »t the foot of the tree, working
the capital still safe only on the supposition his way upwards, carving A. L. upon the
that the precedent of the past shall here be rind, as boys are apt to do, until by a marabandoned. It is time to put in a protest velous growth, the carving has sweiled into
against precedent, and to give solemn warn- A. Lincoln, Presidentof the American Repubing to all those, if any there be, who propose lic. (Loud cheers.) 1 cnution you against
to continue the campaign in Virginians it has accepting the Times' portraiture of Lincoln—
at least until the Times puts in the ' finishing
been commenced.
The Timet will yet
But our generals have often " offered bat- touch.' (Loud laughter.)
round without a single word
tle," McClellan would not accept it. There- turn gracefully
for all its falsehoods. (Cheers.)
fore they could not fight him. On this point of apology
which trie 'turn'
we would refer to a memorable piece of mili- 1 would write the article in
should not like to
1
be
performed,
only
will
of
the
tary history. When the great general
the fee out of the pocket of the gentlemilitary civil war of Rome was engaged in take
his campaign against Publius Silo, a distin- man who will have to write it. (Laughter. 1
mind's eye.
guished commander of the other party, he I see the article before me inin my
the first line;
capitals
bothered him much with his trenches and I see the smallpassed
through a trying crislow advance. Silo often led out his legions ' America has
History—like,
Constitutional
sis
her
in
in choice positions, " offering battle," which
England in her Civil Wars, she has passed
Caius Marius would never accept. At last
this crisis victoriously and with honor.
Publius Silo resorted to this simple expedient: Our
will remember, that during
He sent a herald in the lines of his adversary the readers
darkest phases of the late unhappy
to make him this speech. "O, Caius Marepubrius, if you are indeed a great general, why struggle we never despaired of the To
do you not come out of your ditches and lic.' (Loud and prolonged cheering.)
despaired of America, would have been
fight me a battle?" Marius sent back his have
race. But
own herald to make him this reply; "O, to despair of the Anglo-Saxon
do honor to the greatness of the
while
we
Publius Silo, you are a great general, why
we must never forget that
do you not make me come out and fight you American people,
who, called to the Presidency
man,
remarkable
a battle ?"
at so critical a period, has, by his good sense,
rare modesty, firm will, incorruptible integCause of the Slaveholders' Rebellion. rity, and lofty sagacity, carried the Union
—Up to 1861 the South had furnished seven over all difficulties ; entitling himself to reout of the thirteen Presidents, and had twelve ceive the hearty homage of the friends of selfout of the eighteen terms, or forty-eight years government throughout the world." (Cheers.)
out of the seventy-two since the adoption of
the Constitution; thus leaving the PresidenA Great Change.—The Lonon Review,
tial office to be occupied by Northern men says ; Strange transformations distinguish
only twenty-four years, or just one-third of the the days" in which our lot is cast. Had any
time. Five of the Southern Presidents each one predicted a dozen years ago that the
served two terms, while no Northern man has Bishop of London would pretich in an omniever been allowed a re-election. Besides, bus yard; the Rev. Lord Wriothesley Rusthree Presidents were " Northern men with sell in a potato, fruit and cabbage market;
Southern principles," and this, in effect, gives the Bishop of Oxford at a railway station,
twelve years more to the South; making amid the hissing of steam, and rolling of locosixty years in which they have hud almost motives ; and last, but not least, that every
the supreme control, and leaving but twelve Sunday afternoon nnd evening, ministers of
years during which the Government has been all denominations, rector, vicar, curate, Wcsadministered, even nominally, by Northern leynn preacher, Independant minister, would
Presidents. But during these twelve years take up their places in succession on the stage,
it could be shown that the 2(53,000 slave-own- and preach divine lessons to crowded audiers had a preponderating influence in public ences—he would have been set down an a
affairs and in shaping the policy of the Gov- fanatic or a dreamer. Yet these are- the
ernment. So long as the country was satis- weekly scenes and the recurring acts of m
fied with this state of things the slaveholders drama, earnest, real, full of instruction and
of course did not complain ; but tlie moment rich in fruit*."
the people ventured, by perfectly legal and
Churches in Cities.—New York has 214
constitutional means, to elect to the executive office a man who represented their senti- churches, Philidelphia 246, Baltimore 99,
ments, those slaveholders revolted.
Boston M, Cincinnatti 73, Chicago 67.
The
they appear to themselves.
—
Vincent, the
�THE FRIEND, SEPTEMBER, 1862.
68
THE FRIEND.
SEPTEMBER 1, 1863.
The Rev. G. W. Bethune, D. D.
All the late American newspapers, both
secular and religious, give prominent notice
of the death at Florence, Italy, of this distinguished American Divine.' On his mother's
side, he was the grandson of the late Isabella
Graham, and son of the eminent christian
merchant Davie Bethune, of New York. His
mother was a woman of marked ability, and
occupied an enviable position in the social
life of New York. It was our previlegc once
to have been introduced to her, and that by
the Rev. Mr. Stewart, now Chaplain of the
U. S. Navy, but near forty years ago a Missionary of the American Board, at the Sandwich Islands.
Dr. Bethune has occupied a prominent
position among the best American Divines.
He has been settled in Philahelphia, New
York city and Brooklyn. He was acknowledged as having but few as his superiors in
pulpit eloquence. It was our privilege to have
heard him about a quarter of a century ago,
while he was settled as pastor of a Dutch
Reformed Church in the City of Philadelphia.
He enjoyed at that time, the reputation of
being one of the most eloquent preachers.
The delivery of the sermon to which we listened sustained that reputation. At times
as a platform speaker, on anniversary occasions, he had but few equals. It was on
such an occasion that we once heard him
speak in behalf of Sunday schools, in the Rev.
A. Barnes' church.
From the New York lndrpcndcnt for May
22d, we learn that Dr. Bethune commenced
his ministerial career, as a Seaman's Chaplain.
" He commenced his public and clerical
life as a chaplain to seamen in the city of
Savannah. For them he wrote that beautiful hymn, which is often contained in our
lyrical collections without being credited to
him as its author, " Tossed upon life's raging
billow." And he often referred in subsequent life to these labors among the sailors
with the keenest interest, and a peculiar satisfaction. So in later years some of the most
touching and eloquent sermons which he ever
has preached have been those which he delivered to the men who cared for his tent and
his canoe in his excursions to the woods.
These men valued and honored him as a
Christian teacher, while they eulogized and
emulated his skill as a fisherman ; and it was
not an uncommon thing for him to be sent
for from a distance of ten or even twenty
miles to hold a service on Sunday, to visit
the sick, or to bury the dead, in the depths of
the woods."
We have again and again read the hymn,
referred to in the foregoing paragraph, but not
until now knew that Dr. Bethune was its
-
author. It is a really beautiful hymn, and ble in my advanced age, and yet I have thus
merits re-printing:
far continued to write books, and I have
found that so long as I do, I can answer
Tora'd upon life's raging billow,
but a small part of the letters I receive, and
Sweet it is. 0 Lord, to know,
Thou didst press a sailor's pillow.
in fact for many years past, I have rarely
And canst feel a sailor's wo.
had less than one hundred unanswered letters on hand. Either the letters or the
Never slumbering, never sleeping.
books
must be neglected."
* * *
Though tbe night be dark and drear,
"Could
you not engage some of the whaleart
keeping,
Thou the faithful watch
men to obtain for the cabinet, in the North"All, all's well," thy constant cheer,
ern regions, the skeleton of a walrus or narAnd though loud tho wind is howling,
whal, or ofsome of the other northernanimals
Fierce though flush the lightening's red ;
or birds. We could pay for the trouble and
Darkly, though tho storm-cloud's scowling
expense if not large. My youngest son,
O'er tbe sailor's anxious bead—
Charles H., has charge of the cabinets. In
Thou canst calm the raging ocean.
war-times, we find it hard to obtain funds to
All its noise and tumult still;
increase the cabinets. I have spoken of writHush the tempest's wild commotion,
ing books. In 1858, the Government of
of
thy will.
At the bidding
Massachusetts published my report on the
Thus my heart the hope will cherish,
Ichnology (fossil tracks,) of New England,
While to thee I lift mine eye ;
in quarto of 220 pages and 60 plates. In
Thou wilt save me ere I perish.
1860, I brought out a new edition of my
Thou wilt hear the sailor's cry.
with 12 plates, on Geology. In
quarto
The editor of the Independent, remarks in
a new edition of my
I
concluding a notice of Dr. Bcthune's life and 1861, published
little work on Phenomena, in " The Four
death :
Seasons"; also, in connection with my
Recalling his interest in all Christian discussion, his pathos in prayer, and his filial son, a new edition of my Elementary
and unfailing confidence in God—we cannot Geology and Religion of Geology. In the
doubt that his last Sabbath on earth was same year was published the Reports of myintroductory to that which is eternal in Hea- self and sons, on the Geology of Vermont,
ven ; and we read with a new and more ten- in 2 quarto volumes, of 982
pages and 38
der emotion those lines of his, so often sung
besides
several
articles
the Journals.
plates,
in
service
:
at the funeral
This last winter, I have nearly completed a
death to die—
" It isTonot
volume of 300*pages, entitled, " Reminiscenleave this weary road,
of Amherst College," but this will not
ces
And 'mid the brotherhood on high
To be at borne with Qod !
probably be published whileI live. You see
»
• • *
I have not been idle, but I am worn out.
not death to fling
" It isAside
My old dyspeptic complaints have culminathis sinful dust,
ted in lung disease, and 1 am a constant
And rise, on strong, exulting wing,
To live among the Just.
sufferer. Help me by your prayers to go
the solemn scenes which are before
through
" Jesus, thou Prince oflife !
me,
it may be too late when this
though
chosen
cannot
die
Thy
;
reaches
Like thee, they conquer in the strife,
you."
To reign with thee on high !"
Professor Hitchcock is one of those rare
men, whose mind is so evenly balanced that
Professor Hitchcock, the Geologist.
while passionately devoted to scientific purIt was our privilege, by a late mail, to re- suits, still the spiritual part of his nature has
ceive a letter from this distinguished Divine not been dwarfed and fossilized or petrified.
and veteran in the Natural Sciences. He It is most gratifying to know that science
still retains his position as Professor of Geol- and philosophy may be so studied that they
ogy and Natural History, in Amherst Col- will ennoble and enlarge the mind, although
lege, Massachusetts, where he has delivered there are too many sad examples of men
lectures on those subjects for about forty who are forever studying the works of nayears. It was our privilige to listen to his ture, without looking "through nature up to
course during the years 1834-5. As some nature's God." No wonder that the devout
hag exclaimed,
of his old pupils reside upon the islands, we poet
" The underout astronomer is mad."
from
hearing
think they will be interested in
to the friends of Science. —About
Notice
their old teacher, whose noble, genial and
next
we shall try and make up a
November,
kindly sympathies won the hearts of all his
of
box
of Natural History, to forspecimens
pupils, and respecting whom none ever
to
the
at Amherst College.
ward
Cabinet
spoke but with the warmest sentiments of Any*graduates of that college or other peresteem, respect and veneration.
sons having specimens which they are wilHe thus writes under date of June 25th : ling to part with, will please forward them to
* "The truth is, I am extremely fee- the editor of the Friend.
*
* *
�THE FRIEND, SEPTEMBER, IS6 Z
Editor's Table.
Literature." The more we read this book,
the more our astonishment increases, that a
city pastor, of Dr. Bethune's stamp, should
ever have found time, (even if he possessed
the ability and inclination,) to have issued a
work of this character and description.
Tue Complete Angler ; or, the Contemplative
Man's Recreation. By Isaac Walton. And
Instructions how to angle for a trout or grayling in a clour stream, by Charles Cotton.
With copious notes, for the must part original;
a Biographical Preface, giving an account of
Fishing and Fishing-Rooks, from the earliest
antiquity to tho time of Walton ; and a notice
of Cotton' and his writings, by the American
and Future of its
Editor. To which is added an Appendix, in- Hawaii ; The Past, Present
Island Kingdom. An Historical Account of
cluding illustrative Ballads, Music, Papers on
the Sandwich Islands. By Manley Hoi-kins,
American Fishisg, and the most complete CataHawaiian Consul-Ucnornl, &c., with a Prefaco
logue of Books on Angling, etc., ever printed.
by the Bishop of Oxford. London: 1802.
Also a General Index to the whole work. Part
stand
of
(old
John
Wiley,
I. New York:
This is the title of a new book, of 423
Wiley and Putnam,") 101 Broadway, and
"Paternoster
pages,
just issued inLondon. It is dedicated
Row, London. 1848.
Russell, H. M.'s Secretary of State
to
Earl
Some months ago, we met a fellow towns- for
Relations. Only a single copy
Foreign
man hurrying through the streets, with his has reached
the islands, and having only
arms full of books, which he had just bid off
over its pages, we reserve any
glanced
We hailed him, and critical
;it an auction-room.
remarks which we may feel disposed
took a hasty glance at his bundle of books, to make until we can give the book a thormade up of novels and various miscellaneous
ough perusal. It is illustrated with enworks. The only one which attracted our gravings of the King and Queen, Rev. Mr.
attention was a beautiful copy of Isaac Wal- Richards, several views of Island scenery,
ton's Complete Angler. For a long time we
and a wood-cut representation ol the Episcohad been anxious to welcome Walton to our pal .church edifice it is proposed to erect
in
private library. We knew his character, and
under the auspices of the English
Honolulu,
desired a more intimate acquaintance. Our Mission and Bishop. Staley.
mind was instantly made up to obtain the
work. Whether the purchaser knew its char-
Letter from Rev. E. Corwin.
acter we cannot say, but as he belonged to that
Just as our paper was going to press we
class of persons who obtain their living by received a letter from the Rev. E. Corwin,
buying and selling, we very soon fixed upon from which we make the following extracts.
a price that was mutually satisfactory. We
He thus writes under date of Hilo, August
felt ourselves peculiarly fortunate.
This book, lying before us, appears to be
the first American edition of a book that has
run through almost as many editions in
England as the Prayer-Book or Pilgrim's
Progress. We have been reading not only
the text of the book, but the profuse, extended
and critical notes qf the American Editor.
From no part of the book could we learn who
was that American Editor, displaying so
much linguistical lore —such minute acquaintance with the art of fishing in lake
and stream—such a knowledge of Greek and
Latin writers who had written upon the
piscatory art—and such familiarity with the
whole range of English literature. At length
in looking over the Catalogue of a New
York Bookseller, to our great surprize, we
learned that the American Editor of Isaac
Walton's Complete Angler was no less a
personage than the Rev. G. W. Bethune,
D. D., whose death at Florence, Italy, has
just been announced in the newspapers.
If any candid reviewer will carefully read
the text and notes of Putnam's edition of
Walton, we arc confident he will pronounce
it a most remarkable book. That such a book
should ever have been edited in a manner so
masterly by an American Divine, is certainly
one of the literary curiosities of the 19th
century, meriting a prominent place in
MM
at
»•<*•**..;
29th:
.
69
The Seven days' Battle before Richmond.
Late American papers are filled up with
descriptions and details of the seven days of
frightful slaughter before Richmond. The
battle commenced upon the 25th df June, and
ended on the Ist of July. There is no doubt
the Rebels fancied that they should annihilate the Union army under Gen. McClellan's
command. They fought with a will, and
most terribly have they suffered. Neither
Rebels or Union accounts put down the Rebels' loss in killed and wounded at less than
28,000, while the Union loss does not amount
to one half that number. The Rev. H. Loomis, one of the secretaries of the American
Seamen's Friend Society, thus writes under
date of July 9th:
"Our last terrible battle near Richmond,
lasting through seven terrible days, has been
the most bloody on record. The last day
was truly awful. McClellan had withdrawn
his right wing, through five days retreating
and fighting with overwhelming numbers, and.
strengthened his left wing. He has fallen
back a few miles, until his lines extend
about twelve miles from the James River to
the Chickahominy, flanked on both sides by
large fleets of gunboats. Then came the desperate efforts of the Rebels to break through
that line. Immense masses of concripts and
raw recruits were driven on in the front ranks
by the real fighting men in the rear, and in the
face of over a hundred guns, many of them
siege guns of heavy calibre. Whole ranks
fell before the terrible storm. The loss of
the Rebels is yet unknown, it is estimated all
the way from 30 to 75,000 in killed, wounded and missing. Our loss, from 15 to
20,000. The last days' fight was on July Ist.
The Rebels have shown little disposition to
renew the fight, but our army has since advanced Hve miles towards Richmond, bringing it almost within reach of our siege guns."
"We have enjoyed our visit very much in all the places we
have visited. I wrote you at Knna concerning my visit there
and at Capt. Milker's. From Kona we came ou Thursday,
Friday and Saturday to Wiahino. Spent the Sabbath with C.
Spencer, who. with his young wife, seem very happy. That
Sunilny when we had no desire to travel the rain fellalmost all
day, while during all our riding time/nun Kona to Hilo we had
not more thau three hours of rain all told. Yet moat of the
time it was no over-clouded that we did not suffer on account of
the sun. And that great, wide, desolate Aa patch on which
you lose sight of land in any direction and are completly at sea
on a seemingly boundlesslava stream ; a sea of rooks, jagged,
Two of the Lost Ten Tribes, viz., the
broken, and wildly upheaved in every shape and size of waves,
as though theice breaking up in a terrific storm had suddenly Kf.hbenites and Danites, on the Marbecome solid, spray and all; then deluged with Ink to make it
more desolate with blackness—who can describe thatscene ? It quesas Islands!—An Englishman, by the
is ofitself a wonder hardly surpassed by the great sights of a
lifetime, and if we had seen nothing more would richly repay name of Thos. P. Lawson, long resident on
forall the real or imaginary toilof such a journey.
It is the third great wonder of the islands I Haleakala the Marquesas Islands, has written several
standing first as a grand combination of wonders. The giant
among volcanoes with its seventeen distinct cones, with Us lengthy communications, one of which ie
view of the seven islands from Oahu to Hawaii, its grand sea
the children of Israel, now
view; its magnificent cloud view ; its sunrise view*, its grant! addressed to
march of mist taking the fortress, and last but not least its
in Great Britain." In this comgreat depth affording the most exciting amusement I hare ever dwelling
engaged in, the sportof rolling immenserocks down and seeing munication,
he asserts that the Marquesan
thembound 50or 100 feet at a time till they reached the bottom.
Next to IlaleakalM, I number Kilauea, withits surging sua of
of Abraham ! In
fire, Attest emblem of thtbottomless pit. Third, the great field Islanders, are descendants
of Aa in Kau. But enough, you can complete the list according this letter he also sends the translation of an
to your own judgement. I shall be absent two more Sabbaths,
namely, Aug. 31 and Sept. 7, «nd expect to return by the next old Marquesan song, containing the followtrip o( tlie "Nettie." With kind regards to all the Household.
Affectionately,
K. C.
ing lines :—
"
COURT CIRCULAR.
—
Funeral of the Prince of Hawaii.
The Ceremony of the Funeral of His late
Royal Highness Albert the Prince of Hawaii,
will be performed at the Palace, at 11
o'clock, A. ML, on Sunday, the 7th of September, proximo.
The Funeral will be strictly a private one.
By order of the Chamberlain of the
King's Household.
Palace, 29th August, 186LV
(TAnai—Sini"
" This means Joseph."
" Tbe Take
papa below is asleep"—" Abraham."
" 00 the
is conquered"—" Israel."
" tbo Papaiuna
not pretend to decide upon the
We do
merits of Mr. Lnwson's reasoning, but as his
communications are so filled up, with English and Marquesan sentences and phrases,
we must decline their publication. We
should utterly dispair of getting these communications through the press without innumerable mistakes, and as he is not here
to look over proof-sheets, his lucubrations
must remain in manuscript.
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THE FRIEND, SEPTEMBER. 1862.
Another Slave-trader Punished.—The
vigorous and honest administration of President Lincoln has struck another powerful
blow at the slave trad,e. Appleton Oakes
Smith, the son of Seba Smith, well known
as "Jack*Downing," and Mrs. Elizabeth
Oakes Smith, also a well-know writer, has
been convicted under his recently assumed
alias of Oaksmith of complicity in the slave
trade, and stands sentenced to five years' imprisonment in the Massachusetts State Prison
and a fine of $5,000 or another years imprisonment for every 81,000 unpaid.
This sentence is quite as significant as
that of Gordon, recently executed in New
York. Gordon's death showed that thegovernment would punish slave-traders. Oaksmiths sentence shows that the government
is resolute to mete out to high and low alike,
without respect to persons, the righteous
penalties of the law against this infernal
traffic. No healthier or more hopeful sign
could be given of the spirit in which our
wholesome laws are to be administered. No
pains were spared to exert moral influence
upon court and jury. An array of well dressed ladies constantly attend the prisoner in
quality of sympathizing friends, and a tableau twa?it of much taste and power was
brought to bear during the concluding scenes.
But all was in vain; and the upright Massachusetts jury returned their verdict as law
and truth demanded, however they might
sympathize in the grief of the prisoner's
friends.—N. Y. Independent.
Emancipation in
Russia.—It is the high
privilege of the now living generation to see
what so many noble men of past ages have
in vain longed and toiled for—the beginning
of the total abolition of human bondage.
While in the New World the most wicked
form of slavery the world has ever seen has
been quite unexpectedly shaken to its foundation by the mad schemes of men who intended to make it the corner-stone of a new
government and the starting point of a new
ere of civilization, a monarch of Europe is
fast clearing away the last remnants of a
milder kind of involuntary servitude in the
Old World. Late advices from St. Petersburg announce that the imperial manifesto of
March 17, 1861, which proclaimed the emancipation of twenty-three millions of serfs,
to take place within 2 years, will be followed
before the end of the present year by an
equally important decree, which will provide
for the complete liberation of more than
eighteen millions of crown peasants. A few
more years will suffice to complete the emancipation of all the peasants of Russia, and
thus to increase her free population by more
than forty millions of men.
William Everett, youngest son of Edward
Everett of Boston, who has been for
some time a member of Trinity College, in
Cambridge, England, has recently gained a
scholarship, after a severe examination in the
classics and mathematics. It will give him
about two hundred and eighty dollars a year.
The new Sultan of Turkey is a wonder
for a turk. He indulges in but one wife;
it a rigid teetotaler, and does not even smoke;
while he is a good farmer, angler, shot and
pianist Under his management "the sick
man" ought to get well.
Coral Oil, not Coal Oil.—A gentleman
named Denton, who visited the Canadian
oil-springs in January, says
" It is a common idea, even with geologists,
that the oil has been produced from beds of
coal, but this oil-field is of itself sufficient to
show the incorrectness of the notion. The
limestone found in this region, under the drificlay, I recognize as a member of the Hamilton group of the Devonian formation, and as
such is geologically many thousand feet below
the lowest member of the carboniferous formation, below which workable coal-beds are
never found.
The truth is, that this oil, found so abundantly in Canada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and
many other localities, is not coal oil but coral
oil. Stowed away in cells, forming in. the
aggregate immense reefs, as it was collected
from the impure waters of the early oceans
by minute coral polyps, it has been driven by
heat and pressure into reservoirs and crevices
where map's ingenuity is discovering it from
day to day. I have in my possession many
specimens of this fossil coral, with the oil
plainly visible in the cells."
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Gospel Fruits. —Mr. T. W. Gulick writes
from the Kanaka settlement near Coloma,
El Dorado Co., that an old Hawaiian man,
himself an apparent object of charity, came to
"AWill."
sGod
Pain's furnace heat within me quivers,
God's breath upon the flame doth blow ;
And all my heart in anguish shivers
And Irombles at the liny glow
And jet I whiepcr: Jit God will !
And in bis hottest tire hold still.
:
He comes, and lays my heart, all heated,
On the hard anvil, minded so,
Into his own fair shape lo beat it
With his great hammer, blow on blow :
And yet I whisper .It Go<i will .'■
And at his heaviest blows hold mill.
:
He lakes my softened heart and beats it ;
The sparks fly off nt every blow ;
He turns it o'er and o'er and heats it,
And lets it cool, and makes it glow
And yet I whisper Jit God will !
And in his mighty hand hold still.
:
:
Why should I murmur? for the sorrow
Tims only longer-lived would be ;
Its end may come, and will to-morrow.
When God has done his work in me.
So I say trusting : .Is God wilt.'
And, trusting to the end, hold still.
He kindles, for my profit purely.
Affliction's glowing, fiery brand ;
And all his heaviest blows are surely
Inflicted by a Master hand :
So I say praising : As God will !
And hope in him, and suffer still.
Julius Sturm.
him with twenty dollars, as his contribution
to the support of the gospel ministry. He
said he had been away from the Sandwich
Islands now many years, and had not had an
The Moral Condition of our Navy.—
opportunity to assist. Five dollars were for
Mr. Gulick himself, five more for the Rev. L. Rev. C. S. Stewart, the well known chapSmith, one of the missionaries at Honolulu, lain in the United States navy, has written
and the remaining ten for his old Sandwich a letter to the New York Observer, in which
Island pastor, the Rev. E. W. Clark. The he compares or contrasts the moral and reliman could not be persuaded to take back any gious condition of the navy to-day with what
part of the money on account of his own pov- it was thirty years ago. Tlien profane and
erty ; he said the Lord would provide for abusive language was common with offihim when he should need.—Pacific, July 10. cers on duty on the quarter-deck ; now it is
the exception to the rule, and during the last
The Yacht America.—The Port Royal ten years, and serving in two ships in that
correspondent of the New York Tribune gives time, Mr. Stewart docs not remember to have
the following account of the famous yacht heard an oath, and scarcely a reproachful
America, lately raised by Lieut. Steven of epithet, from such officers. Then the use of
the Ottawa, after having been sunk by the strong drink among officers was general, and
for an officer to be occasionally under its
rebels above Pilatka, Florida :
"The national pride identified with the influence was thought light of; now the use
America gives an additional interest to late of wines and liquors is rare, and intoxication
incidents in her history. She was purchased would disgrace an officer. Then a profesof her English owners by the rebel govern- edlyreligious naval officer was a rarity ; noio
ment last winter, for 860,000, and was it is not uncommon for one-half of the wardbrought over here for the express purpose room mess and a large number of the crew
of carrying Slidell and Mason to Europe. to be professedly religious and in regular
When they took another conveyance it was church membership. Then Divine worship
determined to load her with cotton, and with was unknown except on Sunday ; now daily
thatcargo she was to have sailed for England praycr-iiicetings and other religious exercises
not long after the expedition under Capt Ste- exercises are common on board our ships of
vens, reached the St. John's and took posses- war.— N. Y. World.
sion of Jacksonville."
Pontoon Bridges.—The Fredericksburg correspondent
—
of the I'kiladelphia Inquirer says :
The pontoon bridge across tho Rappahannock, at
Rebledom.—The ship North this
plnce, is one of the greatest inventions of the age.
American arrived at New York from New The pieces arc numbered,
and, together with the gaita
Orleans, bringing about two hundred tons of percha floats, are carried in wagons from stream to
bell metal, valued at $50,000. The cargo stream. The crops attached to the pontoon have beso perfect in their laying of the bridge that a
consists of the bells contributed by different come
stream, the width of the Rappahannock, eao beerosaparties in response to the call by Beauregard ed by the bridge in a few minutea. We have just
for material for brass cannon. There are witnessed some practice with another bridge than
is really
nearly eight hundred of them, varying in size that already laid down, and the performance
wonderful. Tbe government is now repairing the
from a cow bell to a large church bell. Most rail-road
and
in a few
bridge over the Kappannock,
of them arc of the size used on plantations days the oars
will be enabled to run from Aquia Creek
and steamboats.
Fredericksburg.
into the city of
Bells
from
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AUCTIONEER,
OFFICIAL.
HONOLULU.
Will coutitiue business til the old stanJ on Queen street.
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J. MOTT SMITH,
DENTIST.
I)R.
CIIAS. F. GUILLOU, M. I>
!»0-1y
,
to
Late Surveon United States Navy, late Consular Physician
American seamen and generalpractitioner. andresidence
streets,
Ofllee corner Kaahumanu and Merchant
at l)r. Wood's Mansion, Hotel street.
Spanish, and
Medical »nd Surgical advice in English, French,
Italian.i— at
inquire
hours
Office hoars from 11 a. H. to 2 r. v.; at other
.
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CONSULAR PHYSICIAN ofe SURGEON,
Tosick American Seamen, and general practitioner,
HILO, HAWAII, S. 1.
N. B.—Medicine Chests rarefully replenished at the
HILO DRUG
6-tf
STORE.
CHiS. I. IXKT,
H- A- P. CiBTKII,
■HBBMM HCK,
Boston.
Honolulu.
Honolulu.
C. BREWER
«c
CO.,
Commission & Shipping Merchants,
Honolulu. <1111.11,
—REFER TO—
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Ji»«sllC»sswKt.l., Ksq.,l
Cbiblbs Bbkwkb, Esq., >
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11. A. Fames, Ksi.,
Missus. Mcßcfb Musmix, I
Cms. WoLCOTT Brook.-*, K*q., )
Mibskd. Wm. Fostau fc Co.,
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New York.
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r TIBCIKO
Hongkong.
Manila.
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878-ly
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CASTLE & COOKE,
»• cooes.
Importers and Wholesale and Retail dealers in General Merchandise, in the Fireproof Store in King street,opposite the
Seamen's Chapel.
Agents for DR. JAYNE'S
MEDICINES.
SAILOR'S HOME.
To the Friends of Education.
AND COMMISSION MERCHANT,
Office corner of Fort and Hotel Streets.
320-ly
ALL ErV «fc BERRILL,
HCCCBSSORS TO
George W. Macy,
KAWAinAK. HAWAII,
Will continue the GeneralMerchandise and Shipping busines
al the above port, where they are prepared to furnish the
justly celebrated Kawaihae Potatoeß, and such other re
crulu as are required by whale ships at the shortest notice,
3flMy
and on the most reasonable terms.
THE PUBLIC AR.E ALREADY AWAKE
that the principal building of llie Seminary at Lahalnaluna has
lieon destroyed by fire. There were also destroyed at the same
time a Philosophical apparatus andbooks belonging to the Seminary. The scholars wirealso sufferers. The estimate for erecting suitable building, is $8,000. The Legislature has approB
at—J 1 f*i w\
fee 1 aw I SB
*fla^*n
priated $6,000 to be applied for the erection of buildings, and It
will require almut $3,000 to complete and furnish them for the
purpose of tlie school, and to furnish a Philosophical apparatus
equal to tlie one destroyed and to replace the books. And the
Board of Kducation regard it a duty to appeal to thewholepeople of the Islands f>r contributions to supply the deficiency, so
*3IbB kPfll IH Lx H\t PR Wl
IHsT^sl
that tills College may be put once more into successful operation. There is now sn opportunity for the friendsof education
to render essentialaid in a time of great exigency to thisInstitution, which has been, and, I trust, will hereafter lie of great
service to al| our people. I wouldsuggest that the Superintendent of the schools in each district, in conjunction with the TreaSAILORS' HOME, BUILT AND
surer, should take such a course as they may think most expeowned by the
Honolulu Sailors' Home
dient, to raise a subscription for the purpose. Whatever amount
may lie BSSMHSBfI can be paid to the Treasurerof each district, to Society," has recently been placed under the management of the undersigned. They hope, by strict
be transmitted by liiui to the undersigned.
attention and fidelity, to merit the patronage of the
M. KKKUANAOA.
seafaring community. The House has t sen built And
326-lm
Office or the Board ot Education, Aup. 5,1862.
fitted up in a style to suit the wants of Officers and
Seamen who are spending a few weeks on shore, or
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THE
ODD FELLOWS' BUILDING, ON FORT STREET,
of all kinds, Hinges, Screws, Tacks, Ra-
LOCKS
wish to remain for a single night, or a single meal.
Shower Baths on the Premises.
Ship Masters and Agents, while putting their vesOF SAN FRANCISCO, HAS TAKE*. sels under repairs, are respectfully invited to Mod
charge of the Bindery, and Is prepared to execute all
their crews to the Home, where every attention will
orders for binding,
be paid to their comfort.
Pasaatklrts,
Officers' table, with lodging H ptr week,.
fA
lllu.irni, ,1 Kewa papers,
do.
do.
Seamens' do. do.
6
.Mi|n/.lnr.,
Music.
AND MRS. OAT,
CAPTAIN
Hooka,
Old
Ate
Honolulu, March 1, 1861.
Managers.
LATE
Particular attention paid to rchinding old and choicehooks.
Mr. Y. having had many years experience En book-binding in
all its branches, hopes to receive ashare of thebusiness required
in Honolulu.
Order, from the other islands, should be accompanied with
particular directions, as to the style, and, if thework is to match
volumes previously bound, a sample volume should be sent
with the job.
Orders may be left at the book store of 11. M. Whitney, or at
the Bindery, in the rear of Rev. Mr. Clark's residence, beyond
317-3
the Stone Church.
m
BERRY ALUOI,
Family Sewing Machines!
VARYING FROM 160 TO t.l 10,
According to style.
PRICES
RoMwood Cases, highly finished or plain with Vail Plated
Koa and Pine Coffins always on hand. FOOKS
FURNITURE REPAIRED.
Jobbing done on reasonable terms.
11KNRY ALLEN, Fort St.,
Opposite the Fam'ly Grocery andFeed Store.
NEW AND SECOND-HAND
Second-hand Furniture Bought at
H. ALLEN'S CARPENTER SHOP,
Fort St., opposite A. D. Cartwrlght's Feed Store.
IT KOA BUREAUS always on hand.
CHASE'S
Ambrotype and Photographic
GALLERY!
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THE
THE UNDERSIGNED IS NOW PREPARED to fill all orders from STINCIL PLATKB, for Firms, Plan
tattoos.Rice Growers, *c, on short notice.
Music, Legal documents, *c, coppied neatly. Ornamental
Foil Signs on glass, a beautiful article for decorating RefreshNext door to the Post Office—up stairs—
ment Saloons, Bar Rooms, tc, gotup in FANCY STYLES.
over the Commercial Advertiser"
Billsand accounts made out.
Printing Office.
The public are respectfully invited to give me a call, as 1 will
STYLE.
doail work in tbe above line, at prices suited to the times.
TAKEN IN EV**JRT
AmbTotypes,
Photographs, Helalneotypee far
such
as
Orders (rota the country and other Islands respectfully
Landscapes, Views of Dwellings, fee., at reasLockets,
Ac,
,0 ,! e,,
onable pilots
THOMAS G. THRUJf,
iMO ON HAND-A good atsorUsant ofWAHCTCASU,
H. L. CHAM.
331-3 m Fort Street, opposite the Odd Fellows' Hai. •FRAMES, ire.
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and Pearled Machines of various styles and prices.
The practical working of eachand every machine guaranteed.
Kach machine is accompanied by a full set of tools i being all
that Is necessary for the adjustment and working of themarhme.
Also, full and complete printed directions In English, Spanish,
UNDERSIGNED BEGS I.KAVErn- French or German.
pectftilly to inform hit friendi and the public generally, CALL AND EXAMINE THE NEWIMPROVEMENT!
that having recently enlarged his premises, he In now prepared
Office and Salesroom, corner of Montgomery and Sacrament*
to doall work in the above line, with dispatch and in a workStreets, San Francisco.
manlike manner.
H. C. IUYDF.N, Aosnrr,
6-tf
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BE BKEN at the Harbor Master's Office, Charts of
the North and South Paelllc, Indian and PacificOceans,
on a large scale; China and Japan Sea*, ftc. Likewise a Sextant, (double arch) by Troughton, an Aneroid, llersburg'sKast
1
India Directory and sunwry nautical works.
THE BEST IN UBE !
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zors, Cut and Wrought Nails, Spikes, Brads,
FURNITURE.
Files, Carpenters' Tools of all kinds, Pocket and
NEW AND SECOND' «
sgffM.
Sheath-Knives, Marlinspikcs, Caulking-Irons and LSssps&e
of every description, QJ
I hand Furniture
on hand, and for sale at HI
Mallets, and numerous other articles, for sale at the I I » I I constantly
prices.
low
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PICTURES
AT
AND INSTRUMENTS FOR THE
MARINER.
D. N. FLITNER'B Watch and JeweJrv
EsUblishment, in Kaahumanu street, will be
found the following works :
Almanacks for 1862.
Merchant's, Shipnuater'sand Mechanic's Assistant.
Laws of the Sea.
The Art of Sailmaking.
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Ship's Compasses and Dividers.
—ALSO—
Mast-head Glasses and Marine Telescope*.
—lUO—
Watches.
and South Pacific.
Chronometers and Chronometer
—ALSO—
English Charts of North
—
—ALSO
A (treat variety of other articles useful to the
-ANDjUriDer.
Many ornamental articles, including Breast Pint,
Rings, Cups, Ac, Ac.
Particular attention given to repairing and rating
Chronometers.
Children's Books.
RECEIVED <—
The Child's Picture Book of Birds.
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Picture Book of AniauUs.
JUST
Bible Picture Book.
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THE FRIEND, SEPTEMBER, 1862.
Death of the Prince of Hawaii.—We Donation*.—For gratuitous distribution of Fritndy
from Hod. 0. D. Keane, il It. M.'v »lnn
copy the closing remarks of the editor *»f
$5,00
Chnrybdis,
t tie Polynesian, from his leader upon the
Several .Mechanics. Honolulu,
5,00
death' oi the Prince ot Hawaii:
" There is a fragnance and sweetness in
the memory of the young who die early
that is unspeakably soothing to the griefstricken heart of a parent. Be it Queen or
PORT OF HONOLULU. S. I.
peasant, the thought that her little one is with
God and stands with anger crown on radiant
ARRIVALS.
brow, that in the twinkling of some star or
the rustling of the wind she sees him beck- Aug. 9—Am clippership Southern Cross, Howes, 13 days from
San Francisco, anchored outside, took off 26,960
oning or feels his kisses—such thoughts,
lbs fungus,2,69olbs niche dc mer, and sailed again
after the first bitterness of parting is past,
same day for Hongkong.
17—Am sch J. B. Ford, Pinncy, from Port Tovrnseni! via
shed a holy repose over the soul of the
Lahaina, with a cargo of lumber.
22—11. H. M.'s steamer Termagant, 25 guns, Capt. Uobt.
mourner, an assurance that all is well with
Hall, 42 days from Panama.
the loved and lost, a tenderness towards the
24—Am Bliip George M'aihington, Anderson, 27 days from
Puget Sound, hound to Adelaide, W. Australia,
enobling.
living, alike purifying and
with luiuWr thence to Newcastle, where she will
load coal for Sun Francisco. Touched here for
Let us trust that such will be the case on
supplies, and sailed again same day. *
this sad occasion. Weep, ye August Pa24—Haw sloop Louisa, King, 24 days from Palmyra
Island.
rents j your sorrow is the holiest and purest.
26—Hanov, bark Osnabruck, Seetzen, 22 days from Puget
Earth has not another tone
Sound, bound to Shanghae with lumlter, anchored
MARINE JOURNAL.
,
tbat with which a mother mourns
" Like
Her lost, htr only one."
outside.
next day.
and million hearts respond in softened
cadence to a "mother's wailing." But,
while thus sorrowing, remember that the
nation to whom ye gave the child at its
birth, claims the privilege to mingle its tears
with yours, and tender that sympathy which,
coming from heart to heart, is one of the
balms which God has given to sooth your
grief in this hour of, bereavement. Weep
for yourselves, on whom the shadow of lonliness has fallen; weep for your people,
whose day-star has sunk; but weep not for
him whom the good God has chosen to a
brighter crown and a wider realm than ye
could have giwi him. Bow to the decree
of the All-wise, and seek in the happiness
of your people and in mutual love that
occupation of the mind, that fortitude of the
soul, that will enable you to await the reunion where the lost one will herald your
coming and greet you with that undying
love that knows no more sorrow nor death."
Sailors
of
Termagent
and Charybdis.—
We are glad to see that sailors can belave themselves when ashore on liberty.
t is pleasant to see them enjoying their liberty in a decent and becoming manner. The
seamen of the two ships have shown a selfrespect and becoming deportment while on
shore, which speaks well for the good disciiline on board. We hope the day is coming,
when drunkenness and profanity will not be
regarded, as the indispensable traits of a sailor.
The captain of a whaler from the Shetland
Isles lately discovered in Hudson's Bay
an entirely new amphibious animal. It
belongs to the mammifera, is shaped somewhat like the lamantin, manatee and dugong,
those singular tropical animals which form
the link between the hippopatamus and
the purely aquatic animals; has paws
like the bear, and, anomalously enough,
eight of these, which spread out in the water,
disclosing webs between the fingers; a triple
eye-lid, like the crocodile, and a voice described as very plaintive; spends its days on
land, its nights' in the water, and is thus
invisible during the whole period of Arctic
darkness. Tbe captain took his prize to the
Shetlands. It lives en seaweed, and thrives
heartily.
Touched for provisions, and vailed again
20—Am clipper ship War Hawk,Simmons, Hi days from
San Francisco, with U. S. mad,*, ea route for China.
Anchored outside.
27—Am hrtg Curlew. Chapman, 14 days from San Francisco, en route for Manila. Sailed agaiu next day.
DEPARTURES.
Aug. 16—Am bark Comet, Smith, for San Francisco.
26—H. B. M.'v steamer Charybdis, lion. Geo. D. Keane,
for Tahiti.
MEMORANDA.
Arrivals of Whaler* at the Port of Talcahunuo. 1802*
(Reported for the Commercial Advertiser.)
Jan.
13—Ship General Pike, Fisher; Baited for the North
Pacific to cruise.
IS—Ship Camden, Mudgctt, of New York ; sailed for
California.
20—Bark Clarice, Brown palled for home.
23—Ship Chandler Price, Ilolcomh ; sailed for home.
24—Bark Maria, Thompson.
Lucy Ann, Towusend, from New|>ort, R. 1., for
Feb.
3—
California.
B—Bark Ripple, Morgan, 80 sp ; sailed to cruise.
Smyrna, West, 220 sp.
17—
17—Ship Harriet Krving, Manning, from Catdera ; took
in wool, and sailed for Boston.
17—Chiliansch Porcia, Reed, 25"0 sp and 200 wb, 0 mos.
out; In port.
17—Ship Crest of the Wave, Watts ; took in wool at
Tome, tor home.
20—Bark Vigilant, Cole, 260 sp since leaving Paita20—
Morning Light, Luce, 650 sp and 460 wh.
25— " Morning Star, Norton, 1200 sp, 55 mouth i out,
bound home.
26—Bark Montgomery, Cra-w, 300 sp, 75 wh, all told ;
t6 cruise.
March 2—Chilianbrig Eulalia, Bowen, 600 wh ; in port.
4—Bark Matthew Luce, Cleveland, 700 sp ; to cruise.
7—Ship Ky-ropa, Maoter, 200 sp. 1800 wh, all told; left
Valparaiso for home,after being repaired there.
10—Bark E. C. Cowden, W. Cleveland, 80 sp ; to cruise.
10—
Charles & Edward, Gifford, 300 sp, all told ;
to cruise.
Mary
13—Ship
«V Susan, P. Howlaad, 1100 sp, 18 mos.
out; to cruise.
15—BarkNorman, Luce, 100>Pi to cruise.
16—Bidp Susan Fitxgerald, from Baltimore; sailed for
Valparaiso with assorted cargo.
16—BarkNorman, Gibbs, 200 sp, 10 wh to cruise.
lur-Ship Julian,Dodge, nothing since leavingSan Francisco—bodnd home.
20—Ship Arnold*, Crowell, 600 sp on board, 300 spseas.;
to cruise.
20—Bark Samuel Jr.Thomas,Hoxie, 30 sp, season.
21— * Osceola, Harablin, 1560 sp, all told. She lost
a boat's crew, for which she searched 10 days.
They were picked upby a French bark, after bclne
7 days in the boat, and afterwards put on board
ship Constitution.
26—Bark Sappho, Coffin, 770 sp, 37 wh, on board.
26—Ship Congress, Switt, 200 sp, 900 wh, an board ; to
cruise.
36—Bark MatildaBears, HowUnd, 460 sp, 14 wh, do. ;
to cruise.
27—Ship John Coggeshall, Dean, 1600 wh, all told ; to
cruise.
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MARRIED.
Ciistkk—Hoom—ln Honolulu, August 9th, by Rev. 8. C.
Damon. Mr. Alfred ('hater to Mrs. Mary Moore.
ll.vkss—Uoild—At Wailuku, Haul, July 18th, by Rev. W.
P. Alexander, Mr. William Havens to Mias Lucy Gould.
DIED.
CoanwELL—AtRose Ranch I'lupalakua, East Msui, August
20, of inflammation of the bowels, John W. Cornwell, aged 22
years, oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Cornwellf of this city.
Information Wanted !
Respecting jV. H. Boyaen, who is reported to have Iteen at
the U. S. Hospital in February, 1860. lie was a Dane, and was
discharged from a Boston ship. Any information will be gladly
received by thf Editor.
Respecting Reuben Week*, belonging to North Dartmouth,
Mass. He i» re|M>rted as having been in Honolulu last April.
Any information will be gladly received by the Kditor, or his
father Kbeiiezer Weeks, North Dartmouth.
Respecting Mr. Armond Gooley, who sailed from New Bedford in lK.'ii, and leahis ship, the-'Thomas Dickason," In 1169.
Any information will be gladly received by the Kditor, or Mrs.
Ellen Uooley, care of G. B. Richmond, New Bedford, Mass.
Respecting George Knottton belonging to Leominster Moss.
He left the Tinted States in 1357, and served as a seaman, two
years, on board ihe " Arab," Capt. Grennelt. Please communicate with Mrs. Harriet Knollnn,Leominster, or the editor uf
the Friend.
Respecting James H. Rice% who left Hartford, Ct, in 1364,
and sailed the MM year in the ship "William Tell." He left
the ship in New Zealand. A sailor was discharged at Honolulu
30th Oct., 1857. Canany of our readers inform us whether
Una man is the one referred to? Any information, will I* gladly received by the editor or Mr. 11. C. Rice, of WlllimanUc, Ct.
Respecting Mr. George F. McKnight, on board whaleship
Mary Wilder." He will obtain news from friends by calling
upon the Seamen's Chaplain. Please communicate with Mrs.
McKnight, Worcester, Mass.
Respecting Kathan S. Gibbs. He was on boanl the Mon
texuma" at Honolulu in 1859, and was discharged herein 1860,
Communicate with Rev. J. D. Butler, Seamen's Chaplain, New
Bedford, or the Kditor of the Friend.
Respiting Henri/ Bowera t of San Francisco, who left bark
Yankee, 18 monthsago, at Honolulu. Pleasecommunicatewith
Mrs R. II Lambert, of San Francisco, or the Kditor of Friend.
Respecting William. D. Re.ntly, belonging to Philadelphia.
lie last wrote, in 1859, from Honolulu. Any information may be
communicated to the Editor of the Friend, or to Wright,
Smith ft Pearsall. merchants.No- 5, North sth St., Philadelphia.
Respecting Oliver R. (Hie, of N. Andover, Mass. He left
the bark Marthalast Novcuilkt.
Respecting Peter Parris. born in Syracuse, N. V., and Is now
twenty-three years old. He has been absent from home six
years. Any information will be gladly received by the editor,
or by hismother, Mrs. Catharine Welch, Syracuse New York.
Respecting Mr. A/01120 Pearsalf, belonging to Ship Chandler
Price. He will find a letter with the Kditor of the Friend.
Information is sought by Mr. Wlllett P. Wheston, 26 Stanton
street, Brooklyn, L. I.
Respecting Paul St*•inberg, of Sagan, in Silesia, left 1847,
in shipGellcrt, Capt. Itilder, from Hamburg for Adelaide,sod lias
never been "heardof. An anxiousmother longs to hear from hiss.
Respecting Martwell B. Martin, belonging to Brooksfleld.
Mass. He was last heard from onboard ship Julian, Winegaf.
Should the Captain of this ship visit Honolulu, he Is requested
to call upon the Editor of the Friend.
Respecting Emerson Starkey, of RehoLoth. Mass. He left
a whaleship at the Sandwich Islands, sick, in 1842. Any intelligence will !»■ gladly received by the Kditor, or Bradford Ctunmings, North Rchobotli, Mass.
Respecting Samuel 11. Dodge, a son or Elisabeth Dodge, of
East Cambridge. He was at the islands, six or seven years
since. Should he call upon the Chaplain, he will fled a letter.
Respecting William Smith, a sailor during last season on
boanl the bark Florence. Information may he sent to hisfriends
In Brooklyn, New York, or to the Editor of the Friend.
B7 The Chaplain has received LETTKRS for Wm. Y. Coi t
of bark K. Covington, Francia McEvena, and Jo*. M. Rice.
X7LETTERS have been received for tbe following persons 1
Mr. Thomas Bain Mr. Callisch—(this letter is in French.;
C7The Chaplain has receive! LETTERS for John Pentoae
and William Crumbie.
"
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PHOTOGRAPHIC
Gr li. 3L, L TH MT,
KING STREET,
Next Door to H. Dimond A Son.
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UNDERSIGNED HAVING RECEI,
his NKW PHOTOGRAPHIC APPARATUS, has enTHEedrefitted
and renovated the Rooms
tirely
formerlyoccupied by
11. Stanirenvald, M. D., (more recently by Mr. K. D. Durand,)
PASSENGERS.
and hopes, by strict attention to the tastes and fanciesof hiseasterners, to receive a share of the public patronage.
The Carte dc Visite In either plain or fancy styles, put up
For Sis Fraxcisco—per Cornet, Aug. 16—KeT A Thurston
and «l*!, and 2 children, Mrs Win Humphreys, Mrs (I U neatly and with dispatch.
J. W. KINO,
ftobartson, Dr Wickliffe, Mrs Bojd and child, Capt M'OleaTS,
524-2 m Kins; street, next door to B. Dimond Bon.
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FRIEND
THE
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HONOLULI, AUGUST 9, 1862.
Bi.t.j
CONTENTS
For Align*!. 1802.
Massacre on Itoanl schooner Ann Klita
A Fe» Ih.KlghU, Editorial
The K,v. Asa Tliuraton
Kxtrarl from Hariwr's Monthly Magazine
Bice
Small-Pox among the InHianß
The Carlhoo Gold Mines
The Spirit of Beauty
An English Officer in America
Marine Journal, &c, Ac
turn.
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57-60
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61,64
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THE FRIEND,
AIKJIIST 9, 1863.
Massacre on Board the Sch. Ann Eliza.
This vessel sailed from Boston on the 27th
of January, and while making her passage
through the Straits of Magellan, encountered
serious difficulties among the natives of
Patagonia—probably on account of the small
number of the crew, (only six all told,) and
their fancied inability to defend the vessel.
We copy as follows from the Advertiser of
July 31:
" April 16th, was boarded by some Indians, the first we had seen. April 18th and
19th, abo"A twenty Indians came off to the
vessel; they seemed to be very quiet and
peaceably disposed. Aprd 20th, while getting under way, we saw them coming off
again, thought nothing of it and went below.
In a few moments the mate ran aft, calling
for help; Captain Freeman seized his Colt's
revolver, and started to go on deck, but was
driven back with clubs and stones, one stone
striking him on the shoulder, and another
over the left eye which glanced and nearly
severed the nose from his face, causing him
to fall back stunned. When he came too,
he found the 2nd mate in the cabin with him.
While trying to ascend the companion way,
to get a shot at them, Capt. F. was struck
with two spears, one passing through his right
arm, and the other through his left hand.
He however succeeded in killing one Indian,
and wounding two others, spears, stones, and
arrows falling thick and fast around.
" Capt. F. now armed the 2nd mntc with
a bowie-knife to guard the companion-way,
and opened the cabin window to get a sight
at them forward, found them building a fire on
deck, and throwing fire-brands into the sails
and into the cabin. The sails being wet from
ruin, did not readily ignite. From the window several effective shots at them were had,
which succeeded in driving them off the deck,
they taking the schooners boat, windlassbreaks, and other articles lying about the deck.
"On going on deck it was found they had
killed the mate, (Barnabas Cook, of Chicopee,
Mass., aged 58.) and carried his body off. In
the forecastle, a seaman was found killed,
(Frank Joseph, a Portuguese,) and the cook
badly wounded. It was now about half past
BA. M. The 2nd mate, with what little help
tne Captain could give, worked until 3 P. M.,
and finally succeeded in getting her underweigh, and put back for Sandy Point, (a Chilian settlement,) where they were kindly treated by the governor and doctor, the schooner
remaining here until the sth of May, (15
days.) The Governor supplied the vessel
with three seamen, a boat, chain and anchor,
and 12 muskets. May 9th, anchored at the
place where the assault was made, but the
Indians had made good their retreat.
On the 17th ofMay, the man at the wheel
caught the schooner aback, the boom-tackle
parting, the boom swung over and knocked
him overboard. Every effort was made to
save him, but without success, the sea running high. May 23d, saw a bark standing
to the westward. At 3 P. M., it blowing a
gale, took in the mainsail and lost the jib, it
blowing to pieces. Hove-to, under a threereefed foresail ; the bark hove-to also about
a mile distant, the wind continuing to blow
a gale. The vessels kept in sight of each
other three days. On the Ith of June, the
schooner made the land off Valparaiso, where
she ran in and anchored. June 13th, left
Valparaiso. July 3d, spoke the whaling
bark Matthew Luce, 36 months out with
1400 bbls. sperm oil. July sth, crossed the
Line in long. 115° West. July 25th, while
beating into Honolulu harbor just at night,
touched on the bar, but soon hauled off with-
"
out
injury."
would call attention to
the advertisement of Mr. J. W. King, who is
now prepared to execute Photographs in the
neatest style, and at reasonable prices. We
have seen some of his work, and consider it
eipml to that executed in California.
Photographs.—We
57
A
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Stria,
M 19.
Few Thoughts Suggested by a Trip to
Maui and Hawaii.
Humbolt remarks respecting a modern traveler of considerable note, that he has traveled
the most and seen the least of any man he
ever knew. Many other travelers might fall
under the same severe criticism, when weighed in the balances of that man of science, who
"drove all the sciences abreast" when he
traveled over Mexico and South America.
Each traveler, however, must be allowed to
exercise his own fancy and taste lor observation. One sees what another overlooks.
Our neighbor, Dr. Hillebrand, has just started
for Hawaii, "armed and equipped" for a botanical excursion among giant ferns, and forest trees supporting creeping vines and parasites. Like Humbolt, we doubt not he will
return laden with a vast amount of newly
acquired knowledge in the various departments of Nature. We rejoice that there are
men who make the Natural Sciences their
peculiar study. It affords us pleasure to read
the results of their laborious investigations.
Success to these explorers of Nature's domains. Our observations may not partake of
the " Scientific," but we do take great pleasure in " seeing sights," visiting the tops of
mountains, beholding water-falls, looking out
upon fields uncultivated and cultivated, and
witnessing the manner in which the God of
Nature has fitted up and adorned this terrestrial globe. A more intense delight, however,
do we take in the study of the human race,
and in observing the social, moral, intellectual and religious developments which arc ever
rising to view upon the surface of society.
We do not believe that there are many
better positions than those afforded on the
Sandwich Islands, for the study of mankind.
About six weeksago we left Honolulu with
our family, with the design of changing the
scene, and benefitting by a few days' relaxation, and at the same time visiting Hilo, taking a peep at Pele, and on our return, touching upon Maui, whero we might witness the
�THE FRIEND, AUGUST, 186 2.
58
efforts of the
hnd a pleasant
land; and we
tions to those
We have
Sugar Planters.
and safe journey by sea and
feel under very great obligakind friends, who have so
essentially contributed by thair generous hospitality to make our journey delightful.
thb sandwich islands in a transition state.
This is the first thought suggested by a review of our trip. The old order of things is
rapidly passing away. This idea was most
sensibly impressed upon the mind on our landing at Lahaina. For many years, upon an
average, between one and two hundred whaleships have visited that port for supplies, while
last fall season the number was reduced to
fifteen, and last spring to but three! The
natural result has been, that every shipchandler has left, and the " land sharks" have
departed. The U. S. Hospital has been removed to Honolulu, and the Rev. Mr. Bishop,
the Seamen's Chaplain, has removed to
another field ofministerial labor. The change
at Lahaina is very great. It is highly gratifying that those who remain, both foreigners
and natives, are resolutely turning their
intention to the cultivation of sugar-cane, and
in a few months the sugar-mill will be in
successful operation. The land of Lahaina
is very rich, and admirably suited to the cultivation of cane. Not only do the non-visits
of whaleships affect Lahaina, but all those
neighboring localities, from whence supplies
were derived for the Lahaina market.
The very same results arc manifest at Hilo.
There, a similar fulling ofTof trade has taken
place, and with similar results. At first
there is a feeling of discouragement, but the
people are recovering from that state ofmind,
and are now turning their attention to other
means of obtaining a livelihood. All parts
of the islands are materiilly affected, but now
it is to be seen whnt are the internal sources
ofwealth. In conversing with farmers, planters, merchants and missionaries, it is gratifying to learn that all are buoyant and hopeful in regard to the future. The honest and
hard-working laborer is to be rewarded.
Some crops are sure. The people surely have
no occasion to complain, so long as they can
produce, sugar, rice, wheat, coffee, kalo, butter, beef, mutton, wool, and many other articles for home consumption and foreign trade.
INTER-ISLAND NAVIGATION.
It has been our privilege, or rather our
fate, to sail from island to island on native
schooners. In former years the annoyances
and inconveniences were very great. They
must be ex|>erienced to be appreciated! We
record the fact with unmingled emotions of
delight that, of late years, there has been a
great improvement in both vessels and their
navigation. The two vessls, Maria and
Nettie Merrill, plying between Honolulu and
Hilo are, in every respect, superior vessels
compared with those of former years. Both
these vessels ore commanded by excellent
captains, who do all in their power to make
their passengers comfortable. We returned
on board the Steamer, and were delighted
with the accommodations imd attendance.
We do hope, for the public good, that this
vessel will be kept running until her place
shall be supplied with another equal, if not
better.
There is one fact which we deem worthy
of note, while on board the Nettie Merfill,
Maria, or KUauea, we did not hear a single
profane oath. We can also add that, during
our whole trip, we only heard profanity in a
very few instances. We should be most
happy in the thought, if from this circumstance, we were authorized to draw the inference that the wicked, inexcusable and low
practice ofprofane swearing was disappearing
from our island community. It is a practice
which cannot be too severely reprobated and
frowned upon by every virtuous mind.
It chills raj blood to hear the Blest Supreme,
" Rudely
appealed to on each trifling theme."
SUGAR PLANTATIONS.
We have elsewhere referred to the plantations in the district of Hilo. On leaving
Hawaii, we landed at the new plantation of
Haiku, under the management of G. E.
Beckwith, Esq. The mill was in full operation, and finishing offthe cane-crop of 1862.
The yield has exceeded the expectations ofthe
proprietors of this thriving plantation. The
profits of this year, we understand, are to he
expended in enlarging the operations of the
establishment. More land is to be brought
under cultivation, and the works in the mill
are to be enlarged and improved. Under the
efficient management of Mr. Beckwith, this
plantation bids fair to prove always a paying
concern. We rode wilh him through the extensive cane-fields, and were delighted with
the system and order everywhere apparent.
We found the mill and boiling apparatus
under the skillful management of our old
friend and school-mate, Mr. Bailey, of
Wailuku. Some thirty years ago, more or
less, we sat side by side in the .same school
room, in the very heart ofold Massachusetts.
It was pleasant to meet him once more and
rehearse the story of childhood.
We would add, that the proprietors of the
Haiku are deeply interested in the sugar refining works, now in process of erection in
Honolulu. It speaks well for them, that
they are ready to invest their capital, and introduce every possible improvement which
science and skill have applied to the manufacture of sugar.
From Haiku, we rode in a mule cart belonging to the plantation, over to Wailuku.
At this locality we found foreigners and
natives planting cane, under the confident expectation that a sugar mill would be erected,
either there or in the vicinity. That region
abounds with much good cane-lands, similar
to that of Waikapu, where there was such
an enormous yield this season, and where
Mr. Louzada is now making preparations to
erect a steam mill, and commence grinding
in December.
Crossing the low land between East and
West Maui, we visited Ulupalakua, or fiose
Ranch, now occupied by oui old friend, Capt.
Makee, who is cultivating cane very extensively, nnd erecting n sream mill, to which
are attached all the modern improvements
for the manufacture of sugar. His mill is
just ready to commence grinding. We shall
not attempt any minute discription of this
superior mill, as we have been requested by
Egoniet, correspondent of the Advertiser, not
"to steal his thunder." The prospects of
this plantation are very encouraging. We
improved the opportunity to accompany the
proprietor as he rode through his cane-tields
and over his pasture lands, stretching abroad
over hill and valley. The mountain air was
cool and refreshing. It would be difficult to
imagine an exercise more health-imparting
and mind-refreshing than an excursion to
the mountain region of Ulupalakua, where
the cane never tassels, and the roses always
bloom. There we met Mr. Unna, one of
the propietors of the new plantation at Hana,
who is expecting to commence grinding this
Autumn.
We regret that our limited time and other
arrangements, did not afford us the opportu.
nity of riding through the cane and wheat
fields of Makawao. But from what we could
learn, the prospects are encouraging. The
wheat crop yields about 25,000 bushels.
It is now about a quarter of a century
since William Hooper, Esq., (now of San
Francisco, and formerly member n§ the firm
of Ladd & Co., Honolulu,) commenced the
cultivation of cane at Koloa, on Kauai. He
commenced under very discouraging circumstances. He could not hire laborers. No
oxen were broken to the yoke. A plow had
never been employed in the cultivation of the
soil. The pilikias were numberless, but animated by true Yankee enterprise, he persevered, contriving to induce some natives to
draw the flow! From that time to the present the cultivation of sugar-cane has been
ptosecuted under varied success. The sugar
culture however has become one of the estoblished departments of business, and according
to present prospects, it will be enlarged.
From a communication in s late No. of the
Advertiser, written by N. L. Ingots, Esq., of
Ulupalakua, we copy the following statement, respecting the sugar crop of 1862. It
may not be correct in every particular, but it
�will afford our readers with a general idea of
the present stale of sugar-cane culture on the
Sandwich Islands.
HAWAII.
Iwo Hantation
Wungfacl I'laiiutiun
Aaeirut & H.-iiili.ir.lt l'l.int;.li.>ii
Metcaif Planutton
Total for llawaii,
MALI
Brewer IMantalirm,
Kut Maui riiuii.ii.oti
Haiku IManUiKin,
>Ukt-r I'l.itit.itii.ii,
Lousadii, coratnerii'.- about Deceruber, )
«
» S
liana,
J
Lahaiua,
"
Total for Maul,
KAUAI.
"
-
T'^na.
300
300
1 -1>
300
T
ions.
100
IWO
1
•"'
MO
Toni.
250
P.tal for Hawaiian Islands,
Island
lofty mountains of Hawaii, a hundred miles
distant, we picked up the scrap of a newspaper, (the Episcopal Recorder, of Philadelphia,) upon which we found this quotation,
from the Prophet Isaiah :
measure.
And weighed the mountains in Males,
And the hills in a b ilance >
Heboid, he tnketh up the isles at a very little
thing."
100
(in potat)
(. I S T
"Who liath measured the waters in the hollow of his
linn J,
And meted out Heaven with a span,
And comprehended the dust of the earth in a
y«u
"
Llhue Plantation
Koloa I'lantaliut,
litoiiib Manlatlou,
eiaiitatu.il,
Total lor Kauai,
1,026
.
59
1862.
gazing into the greatest crater of the world, j■ times When Pele seems in almost a perfect
looking out upon the ocean of clouds, and i state of somnolence, and then again she
catching a glimpse of the summits of the! nwukes and is as fiery as ever. The lake, in
I II X I'RIEM), A I
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2,32,tonl
Scenery.
There is much which is really beautiful
in the scenery of different parts of the islands. With the exception of Hanalei, on
Kauai, and perhaps Waipio valley, on Hawaii, we should say that Hilo is the most
beautiful spot. Hilo is decidedly the most
tropically beautiful. There the bread-fruit,
the pride-of-India, mango, and other tropical
trees display their fair, beautiful and comely
proportions to the best advantage. Let
the visitor take his stand in the second story
veranda ofthe Hilo Boarding School-house,
and his soul must be wanting in an ability
to appreciate the beautiful in nature, not to
be pleased with the panorama stretching out
before him. The bay, and surrounding
There
country are surpassingly lovely.
being an absence of the strong trade winds,
the trees are allowed to assume their natural form. The surface of the country does
not stretch out in one unbroken level—
neither is it broken up by unsightly nvfcls, but
presents that beautiful undulating appearance which is always pleasing to the eye.
The prospect from the water is equally gratifying and pleasant.
If a person is delighted ivith mountain
scenery, Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea arc
within the range of the visual organ. There
is no mountain on the Sandwich Islands
upon which we more delight to gaze than,
standing at Mr. Bailey's at Wailuku, to look
forth upon Haleakala, (The House of the
Sun). We know not whether to admire it
most when bare of clouds, and standing
forth in all its giant grandeur, or when the
clouds have thrown their drapery around it.
In either case it is worthy of a trip to Maui.
A late view of this noble mount reminded us
of a visit we made to its summit in the summer of 1847. A sketch of that visit we
published in the Friend of August 12, 1847.
One incident connected with that visit will
never be forgotten.
While upon the summit of that mountain,
1844, was much' largo/ than at the present
time, it now being, we should judge, five or
six hundred feet square, and depressed one
hundred feet below the ledge upon which the
visitor stands. The surface of the lake i»
continually changing its appearance. On the
arrival of our party it was nearly coated over,
like an immense sheet of frozen ice over a
lake of water. Around the edges there was
some action. In the course of an hour, however, nearly the whole surface was broken up
and surging with prodigious force against the
sides of the crater, and sending up jets of red
hot lava forty or fifty feet. The surface of the
lake would then subside and become quiet
and darkened over by the lava cooling several inches thick, but perhaps in a few moments, it would again break up, rolling and
surging in a most frightful manner.
As we were rambling over the hard fields
of lava, rough, black, waste, and thrown up
into every variety of form and misshapen
appearance, we were occasionally meeting
with the twig of a fern, the seed of which
had found a lodging-place in the crevice or
fissure of the lava. There the little plant
seemed struggling for existence. It is Dr.
Gurthrie, or some other writer, who has aptly
compared such little plants, amid the wild
Never was it our privilege to be more
favorably situated to appreciate the beauty,
force and sublimity of the old Hebrew poet.
There are many valleys upon the islands
presenting scenery of surpassing beauty, but
we know of none excelling that of the valley
of Wailuku, which it was our privilege to
visit, in company with a choice company, on
a picnic excursion.
After ascending the valley for several
miles, the visitor enters a spacious amphitheatre of lofty hills or mountain ridges, terminating in sharp peaks, but clothed with
verdure to their very summits. Frequent
showers create numerous rivulets, which
unite to form the Wailuku river—one of the
largest streams upon the islands. Portions
of Bryant's Forest Hymn are most aptly wastes of lava, to those plants ofrighteous"
ness*' which are springing up amidst the
descriptive of this spot:
"Fit shrine for humble worshipper to hold
ruins and desolate fields of this sin-smitten
Cummuuion with his Maker. Here are seen
world. Sin has spread a fiery deluge over
No traces ot man's pomp or pride ; —no silks
our race, vast portions of the globe are now
Rustle, no jewels chine, nor envious eyes
Encounter ; no fantastic carvings show
lying under the smouldering and desolate
The boast of our vain race to change the form
Uf Thy fair works. But Thou art here, Thou fill'st ruins which sin has wrought—but wonderThe solitude! Thou art in the soft wind
ful to tell, there are springing up, here and
That runs along the summits of these trees
there, those tender plants of Divine grace,
In nmsio ; —Thou art in the cooler breath,
That, from the inmost darkness of the place
which will flourish for a season hereon earth,
Comes, Mcarcelj felt;—the barky trunks, the ground,
The fresh, moist ground, are all instinct with Thee. and then be transplanted to the paradise of
Here is continual worship."
God above. We know there is much in the
VISIT
TO
THIRD
KILAUEA.
usual aspect ofthis world to sadden the heart.
It
We visited first in 1544, again in 1855, is sometimes spoken of as a dreary waste,
and we have just now returned from our yet the Divine Husbandman has scattered
third visit. We say with the Rev. T. Coan, abroad the seeds of gospel truth, which are
of Hilo, that we should delight to make an taking root in many lands, and on many
annual visit. It is one of those wonders of islands of the sea. A better time is coming.
nature which cannot be fully seen and appre- A brighter day is dawning. The prophesy
ciated during a single visit. The grand out- is recorded, " For, behold, I create new healines of the crater remain the same as when vens and a new earth ;" and John in the
first seen by Messrs. Ellis,' Bishop, and Thurs- Apocalypse, declares, " And I taw a new
ton, in 1823,and which are so truthfully and heaven and a new earth." It is not a mere
graphically described by Mr. Ellis. That dream of the enthusiast and visionary that
was the first published account of the great our material world is to undergo a change,
crater of Kilauca. Subsequent visitors, in- but both science and revelation point to results
cluding Stewart, W ilkes, Jarves, Sessions, most wonderful and sublime. If the God of
and many others, have published numerous Nature, many thousand years ago, even long
lived, was preparing deposits of
sketches, and of course no additional account
is necessary at this time. We will merely vegetable substances, which would be conadd, that the interior of the crater is cer- verted into coal to nwait this age of steam,
surely it isj pot absurd to suppose that the
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TEE KRIKNU. AIGU S T , I8 •2
earth suay sow be audergoing changes pre- L. Andrews, C. B. Andrews, Emerson, Alexparatory to MUteauial days, when the gospel ander, Pogue, Clark, Parker, tfcc, have labored
shall Wave tnttssphed over our sin-arflicled in connection with this institution. Most of
the best educated Huwaiians, of this and the
Mt%
kUIsVIA.
former
generation, have there been educated.
T*» <C7* IVLX." AT
About
ten years ago, the institution was
UoMun-lovtng Americans, at oesse or abroad,
transferred
from the American Board to the
delight ib keeping up a. remembrance vt the
of the Hawaiian Government.
putrouage
"gl»«»tts 4th." Displays al ore-works, and
We
are
to learn that the Board of Eduglad
aid,
but,
their
burning of powder, usua.iy ieod
initiative measwe uiouDt whether any company oi Ameri- cation has already taken the
the
Seminary. A porcans witnessed a more splendid display of ures for re-buildmg
of
the
public money af the nation could
pyoeeschnies, than fell to the lot of a small tion
better
not
be
expended.
party of the Americans, mostly from, old
The following facts will show that the
Massachusetts, who were at the volcano of
nviluuea. It was the privileije of our party people will cordially second the etlbrts of the
(inciudmg, W. Beckwith. Esq.. Miss Fowler, Government to re-build and re-furnish the
Miss OoodaJe, Miss Damon, oneself and institution. On the .Monday following the
son, to intend July &1 in descending into announcement of the disaster, a public meetthe .-rater and parniking a! our lunch upon the ing oi the natives was held in the church at
to attend that
very " rim of the fiery pool.' That evening Wailuku. It was our privilege
of
felt
desirous
learning the
We
the
Rev.
meeting.
Mr.
our party was increased by
the Lapeople
which
the
held
in
estimate
3tr.
C.
who
apG. B.
[ngmhum.
Lyvnuu and
having
bainalum
The
assembly
Seminary.
the
oppothe
volcano
from
regions
proached
site Hilo. The evening of the .'3d was spent convened, a native was appointed as chairas secretary.
Speeches
in singing various patriotic songs, which, were man, and another
;
various
some of
were
then
made
persons
by
repented at early dawn on the Ith. Wishing
were
The
speakers
very
them
animated.
to be thought anything bat disloyal to the
Uoian, the lingers of our party, (some of dwelt upon the usefulness and importance of
be
whose voices wen' as musical is the birds of the institution to the nation, and it must
disrebuilt.
were
sustained
and
Measures
the mountains ai' Hawaii.) ushered in the
cussed, and it was decided by an unanimous
ilny by singing such aa the following;
vote of the meeting that, while the Govern'• The itar spangled Banner," t.:.
ment must be expected to appropriate money
" My Country 'ti» .if thee," Aa.
for
rebuilding the Seminary, still the people
The Refrain of " John Brown.'concluding
was then decided to
with " three rousing cheers for the Union,'' were rrady to help. It
of July." the annihold
feast
on
the
31st
"
a
waa sung with much inimnrion. We are
and on that occaRestoration,
of
the
versary
not much surprised that the Union army
sion
to
make
a
contribution
for the Seminary.
beguile their redious marches by frequently
Since
return, we are most happy to learn
our
ringing this soul-stirring song.
from the Rev. Mr. Alexander that the feast
It has been nnr privilege fo parricipate in
was a decided success. He thus writes under
the celebration of the Ith of July in various
date of August Ist:
parts of the worlds—in California, in 'If), in
At oar feast yesterday, we raised the nett
Micronesia in ftl, off Patagonia in 12, in
of 8133 00. I hear feasts for the same
sum
America, and at the Sandwich Islands, hut
object were held yesterday, both at Makawao
never before did the rememhranr.es of Amer- and Lahaina. We expect yet to make three
ica, nf t.Jir. Union, *«em more sacred, or did more similar efforts in this field, viz., at Waiwe breathe forth a more earnest petition, that kapo, Wawhaand Waiaes,"
n«sr natire lanii might forever remain
This speaks wf-ll for Hawaiian*. There
nf rh« 6s», and rhe ansa* nf the or»v»
IHts
laanrt
are
some bright features among the people of
'*
islands, although there tire some letter
op
siwm»Aßy.
these
r.AHAnv*r.rsA
tke amniiw
writers
who seem to take peculiar delight in
While stepping at Wailuku, rm 34am, we
the darker shades of their characportraying
raceived the intelligence of the burning of the
what
we hare lately read in one of
If
ter.
Sei»inary-biiilding at Lahainaluna. The first
be a correct picture, we
oar
weekly
papers
one
e.oaim,
.nsajression upon the mind was, of
liis pen in
of sadness. The lees to the institution wsi hope the same writer will employ
depravity,
very great. The haildiag and fixfnre* «**- sketching the moral degradation,
of
that
oftheforeign
and vileness
portion
jmc be replaced for few taoosaad dollars, bat guilt
native females
lead
who
have
population
M»ess*
like
Araertcan
Board
of
asataatjr
to
the same, if
sunk
with
them
mmm whet that sosa, if not more This astray, and
Missiondegeneracy.
lower,
a
of
stage,
•aassMajea be* seen in operation about thirty not
as
of the
of
spoken
ignorant
aries
are
often
j—txtiwamU tbs attest tsacharTeoiv
so, but they
be
natives—it
may
character
of
necterj widi the mmou mn tbers engaged
of such foreigners! To assert that
in le*rhi»,f Hawaiian vooth. Mesajsj DibWe, are not
"
.
the natives do not appreciate what has been
done for them is false. Facts speak a different
language. Only two days ago, we received
the following from the Rev. Mr. Emerson,
Waialua, Oahu:
•
have
had
a
feast
and
to-day
meeting
We
"
commemorative of the residence of the Pastor
and a preached gospel at Waialua for the post
thirty years. A full house and a good time,
many speakers, and many subjects broached
if not discussed. One speaker took this
topic, "Our friends, who are they?" He
left no doubtful impression in respect to his
own opinion. Such meetings, I think, will
do good, and are needed at the islands."
We must not expect too much of Hawaiians, or Americans, or Englishmen, or Chinese !
The Rev. Asa Thurston.—We learn that
this venerable father of the American Mission
on these islands will sail in the Comet for San
Francisco, accompanied by his wife. Mr.
Thurston has been suffering for some months
from a paralysis, which has partially affected
his mental faculties. He has now resided
upon the islands over forty years, having
landed here in IS2O. During this long
period, he has never visited any other group
of islands or America. He has never removed
from the locality where the Mission first
assigned his station, viz., Kailua, Hawaii.
It was there that Messrs. Bingham, Thurston,
Whitney and others, first met the King and
chiefs, in the spring of 1820, although the
brig Thaddens first touched at Kuwaihae,
Mr. Thurston has
upon the same island.
always been a faithful and laborious missionary ; conscientiously and quietly pursued the
ordinary routine of parochial life among the
people. Almost the only change that he experience! has been an annual visit to Honolulu, when the Missionaries held their Annual
Meeting. He would not take the present
voyage, only that friends and medical advisers
have urged him to It. We would merely add
that Mr. and Mrs. Thurston, and Mrs. Whitney, of Waimea, Kauai, are the only survivors
upon the islands of the first company of
American missionaries. Mr. Bingham, now
residing at New Haven, Ct., belonged to the
same company. We cannot refrain from expressing the hope, and offering the petition,
that Mr. and Mrs. Thurston may derive incalculable good from their trip. Their point
of destination, in California, will be Columbia, where resides the Rev. T. E. Taylor,
who married their oldest daughter. ,
By the Daily Palladium, of June 26,
published in New Haven, Ct., we learn that
Mr. A. Francis Judd, of Honplulu, and Thos.
G. Thurston, of Kailua, graduate at Vale
College the coming Anniversary with high
honors, in a class of one hunelred.
�THE FRIEND, AUGUST, 1862.
THE FRIEND.
AUGUST 9, 1862.
| From Harper's Monthly for June.|
Editor's Drawer.
What part of the world where the English
language is read does not enjoy the Drawer ?
Now and then a letter from China tells of
the pleasure it carries to the Universal Nation
whose wondering sons and daughters dwell
among the celestials. We have had tidings
from the interior of Africa, and here comes
one from the middle of the Pacific Ocean,
bringing testimony to the virtues of the Drawer
and telling a story besides. A correspondent in Honolulu, Sandwich Islands, writes to
us, and is pleased to say :
" Even here in these isles of the sea the
Drawer of Harper's Magazine is an inslitution. We regard it a sovereign remedy for
the blues, and take it both when we have
One
Million Pounds of Rice in Two Years,
from one and a half Pounds!
While the attention of the community is
called to the rice-culture, it is interesting to
notice from how very small beginning the
present crop of rice has been obtained. Mr.
Holstein, curator of the Royal Hawaiian
Agricultural grounds, in Nuuanu Valley,
made the following statement in the Advertiser of July 24:
1 procured direct from South Carolina in
the" year 1860. two pounds of the most approved South Carolina rice ; planted August
I lth, one pound and a half, and harvested
Dec. 29th 40 pounds. In March, 1861, Dr.
Ford received from me four pounds, nnd
before the end of November, 3,800 lbs. of
seed-rice were received from this garden ; and
it is but fair to estimate that the 1J lbs. will
yield by August 11, over a million pounds of
superior rice."
them and when we haven't, so that it does
Rice was first raised at the close of the
us good at all times. I send you a little story 17th century in South Carolina, from seed
of our Governor. You know the old song ;
brought from Madagascar—so says the Cyclowise men of Gotham
*' * Three
pedia of Commerce, by Homans.
Went to sea in a bowl ;
If the bowl hail been stronger,
My song had been longer.'
and Dr.
had occasion to go to the Island of
N
Kauai, the land of sugar and coffee. They
returned in a schooner, nnd among the passengers was the Governor of the island, who
was coming to visit the metropolis—this great
city of Honolulu. The Governor is a native,
and so was the Captain of the schooner—a
lirst-rate seaman as long as land is in sight.
There came up a gale that blew them off;
and having no compass, and a short supply
of provision, they were soon in a sad plight
indeed. On and on for nine days they sailed,
when they ought to have been in port in two.
The Judge and the Doctor thought it about
time to take matters into their own hands or
they would all be starved to death; for
neither law nor physic would save them
without something to eat. They deemed it
proper to ask the Governor what he thought
best to be done. His Excellency took the
subject into consideration, and, with great
sagacity, remarked :
" 'Well now, as we are. lost, I think we
had better go back to where we started from.'
" The poor Captain would have been but
too happy to comply with the Governor's
suggestion, had there been any such thing as
knowing where that place was but that day
a whaler hove in sight, and supplying them
with provisions led them into port. They
were actually on the way to America."
"Two of our citizens, Judge A
,
;
A New Enterprise.—We are happy to
learn that a Religious Society has been
organized at Mission Dolores, and that the
services of the Rev. E. G. Beckwith, now in
Andover, Mass., and well known to our California churches, have been secured as stated
supply. \Ve hope to be able to speak more
definitely respecting this new enterprise in a
few weeks.—Poetic, July 10.
The
Property of the
Late Col. Colt.—The appraisers
on ColonelSam. Colt's estate make the whole
amount of hia property foot up over three millions of
dollars. His property in the Western States and
Texas, in England, and his lead mine* in South
America, will probably add another million.
Small-Pox among the Indians.
61
The Cariboo Gold Mines.—The Rev.
Mr. Garrett thus writes in regard to the Cariboo mines :—" People here are in a feverish
excitement. Young men, with soft hands
and gentlemanly manners, are rushing to
Cariboo to try their muscle! Many of them
have a very curious idea of the nature of
mining in British Columbia. They are this
year to learn a lesson which many of them
will not forget during the remainder of their
lives. Of the existence of the gold, there can
be no doubt; but of the existence of the
amazing difficulties in the way of the mass
of the miners, there can be as little. Gold is
plenty in Cariboo, and provisions are tolerably cheap in Victoria, but those places are
500 miles apart, and the means of transit
are expensive and slow, hence the gold considerably decreases its value when the physical wants of the miners are supplied."
A New School-Book for Hawaiians.—The
copy of a new Primary School-Book for the
natives has just been issued by the Board of
Education. It was prepared by Mr. Fuller,
We are grieved to learn that the small-pox Chief Clerk of the Department, and printed
has broken out among the Indians on the in Boston by Bazin & Elsworth, and contains
north-west coast of America. The Rev. Mr. 48 pages, which are beautifully illustrated
Garrett, of Victoria, thus writes under date of with one or more cuts on each page. With
much surprise, we learn that it can be furJune 11:
"The poor Indians, who are my special nished at the very low price of 12J cents.
care, are now perishing with astonishing Truly this is a fast age. We understand
rapidity beneath the stroke of the small-pox— this is the first of a Progressive Series of
the most terrible enemy of the savage tribes.
Fearful scenes have I been called upon to Reading Books for the Hawaiian youth.
witness. I have seen, in a space as large as
News from Micronesia.—A letter from
your small green at the back of your house, the
Rev. Mr. Doane has been received by
about 70 Indians encamped, 30 of whom were
sick in the various stages of this loathsome Mr. Clark, from which it appears that the
disease. Many had died, and been buried Liholiho touched at Ebon in December, and
even with the surface, and three bodies lying took Mr. Doane as passenger to Ascension,
where they had died, claiming burial, but touching at Strong's Island. This letter was
cried in vain ! Friends, they had none—and dated February
12. Mr. Doane remains at
hence their helpless fate !
the return of the Lihoawaiting
This is but a weak and poorly-drawn Ascension,
"
liho,
which
had
off on a wrecking expeof
what
be
seen
gone
portrait
almost anymay
where on the coast. The Government has dition to the Westward. The long absence
built an hospital for the sick, and taken of the vessel excites the serious apprehension
various measures for the suppression of the
met with some disaster.
pestilence, but it spreads with unabated vio- that she may have
mows
down
its
in heaps
lence, and
helpless
New Steam Engine at Ulupalakua.—
victims. My school is closed, and all my
our late visit, we were delighted with
During
time has been devoted to looking after the
the
of the new steam works for
appearance
sick."
the manufacture of sugar. The mechanics
Editor's Table.—We would acknowledge were hurrying forward the work, so as to
the following publications, " A Plea for the commence grinding. We learn from a note
Eldership," a sermon by the Rev. J. E. of the Rev. Mr. Corwin's, dated July 31, that
Rockwell, D. D., of Brooklyn, N. Y. Ninth the machinery has been put in operation.
Annual Report ef the Mercantile Library He writes as follows; "It does
my eyes good
Association of San Francisco; also, Catalogue to see so good a piece «>f work in these ends
of their Library. The Association has an ofthe earth as that ea gine, and it works to
annual income of $16,000, and a library of
perfection."
13,000 vols. Biennial Report of the Board
Stencil Plates,——We hope those persons
of Education, presented by the Legislature.
work is, the line of Stencil Plates,"
have
with
publications
having
We
perused all three
" Mr. T. G.
M«aic, &c., will remember
and
copying
want
time
space
in
interest, and only
of
our columns prevents us from noticing fur- Thrum, who has opened an office opposite the
Odd Fellows' He'll,
ther the present time.
�62
IH £ FRIEND,
In a late Pacific we find the following
article, being an oration written and delivered by Mr. James A. Daly, a member of
the Sophomore class in the College, at Oakland, California. It is highly gratifying to
have young men thus report themselves,
whom we have known at the Sandwich
Islands. On former occasions, we have
alluded to young men from the islands, who
were members of colleges in the Eastern
States :
AI(.U S
T, 1862.
'
How beautiful nnd refreshed she arises from a loving light upon its lovely puth, and marthe wintry depths, bursts through the vapors j shalling ns sluggish ocean-tides, so the sisof spring, and greets the summer sun with ter-spirit of Beauty tenderly embraces the
rich verdure, green woods, melodious streams, human character, fills the dark gulfs of surand beauty-clad landscapes ! So to, the hu- rounding space with a calm pure light" sofman mind is a mighty glowing orb, circling tens its bold rugged features and thrills the
in an unmeasured system. It has its sea- mysterious tides of the inner life with the
sons, its changes, and its refreshings. Its rapture and music of motion !
highest fertility and efficiency is gained only
when it is crowned with the radiance of AnEnglishOfficer's Adventures in America.
moral beauty. Then is its life multiplied
In one of Mr. Weed's letters to the Albany
nnd enriched.
Evening Journal, the following anecdotes are
Look where we will, we find all things told:
The Spirit of Beauty.
subservient not only to the pleasure, but also
Sir John Wilson, a \'eteran general, to
to the permanent profit of man's nobler nature. whom I was introduced, said that he received
DELIVERED BY JAMES A. DALY, JdNE
We see the real and tangible stretching away seven wounds (then Capt. Wilson) on the
4TH, AT THE COLLEGE OF CALIFORNIA.
into the ideal and unattainable. Hovering Niagara frontier, in 1814, and was brought,
Everything in the widerange of the natural around all objects of sight, flushing all land- wounded, with Gen. Scott to Albany, where
world seems to have a two-fold adaptation ; scapes with its beams, melting the harsh into he remained several weeks,and was taken to
utility and beauty. All the parts of this the refined, mingling the bold earth-ridges Pitisfield. He spoke warmly of Gen. Scott's
massive and magnificent universe, after am- with the delicate blue of upper sky, is an gallantry and generosity. He also rememply fulfilling the demands of utility, merge almost sensible presence —the spirit ol beauty. bers, gratefully, the kind attention of his
into the finer lines and more suggestive fea- For the cultured human spirit she has intel- American surgeon, Dr. Thomas, of Poughtures of a spiritual beauty. The purpose of ligible language. H»r features perpetually keepsie, who entered the army about the time
utility is obvious, and easily understood. changing—now brooding in solemn majesty Gen. Scott was appointed a captain.
The simple instincts of nature point it out. upon hills and vales, annon taking to herself
Sir John related several instances that
But the purpose of Beauty, that mysterious the lighter garments of clouds, and the more occurred on his way to Albany. A few
spirit which pervades all created things, and majestic draperies of colors, her teachings ure miles west of Canundaicua, at a tavern, he
glances forth with timid glances of recogni- always pure, her consolations nnipli', her was annoyed by n Yankee who came into
tion, is not so generally appreciated. Still companionship ennobling. To the suscepti- his room, sat down nnd asked all sorts of
there is in the consciousness of all something ble mind this ideal presence is continually questions, many of them in bad taste, if not
like an instinct, ranging from a vague senti- suggesting larger hopes, and quickening lof- impertinent. Before leaving, Capt. Wilson
ment to a partial belief; a kind of dim pre- tier aspirations. Amid all the failures of asked lor porter, but it could not be obtained.
ception that the en lless forms of matter are actual experience and the fragmentary results Some hours afterwards, as the wounded offiendowed with life and spirit and are some of human endeavors, she presents an ideal of cer was journeying eastward, he was overtaken
way connected with the higher wants of the excellence, pure and perfect. Her oracles of by the Yankee, who said : Well, captain,
"
mental and moral nature. Reasoning from virtue and intelligence are everywhere. To [ s'pose you didn't expect to see
mcagain t"
the* relations of mind and matter, I shall en- the harmonized spirit of man she is a conThe officer replied thai he " neither expectdeavor to show that the purpose of Beauty stant companion and guide. There is no ed nor desired to see him again."
in the natural world is to lead the mind of distant shore where she doth not modulate
"Well," responded the Yankee, "never
man up by successive steps and a harmoni- her songs to his ear, whether in the soft key mind that. I hearil you say you wanted
ous development, to the purest seats of intel- of mountain streams, or the more majestic porter, and I have brought you some." Then
lectual and moral greatness.
rythm of the ocean wave-chant. Combining producing a bottle and tumbler, he poured
All created matter is stamped with the all heights and depths of harmony, she makes it out and handed to the captain.
•impress of a divine and eternal purpose. of this wide universe a vast musical staff, inHe drank it, was refreshed, and offered,
The leading expression of these splendid sym- scribed with humanity's triumphal song, a with his thanks, payment.
" I don't want
bols seems to be the great law of progress. song commencing with a low deep key, ris- no pay for that, nor these six bottles.
What
Everything in nature points upward, seek- 'inggradually and broadening as it rises, until we Americans want i< to whip the British,
ing for ampler conditions of life. Trees it swells into those pure notes which find a and then treat 'em well afterwards, 'specially
and plants, all vegetable lite struggles up fitting close in truth und God j
if they are wounded."
into the all-surrounding atmosphere, and
This incident, said Sir John, with tfe
Surely, not in vain is all this magnificence
draws thence its vigor and sweetness. In created. Not in vain, during the silent lapse extreme kindness of all clv ses to him, led
obedience to this great law, mountains aspire of ages past, has this storm-smitten earth him to cherish pleasant recollections of
into the wonder-throbbing sky, catching the struggled up through rugged strata and slow America, and to pray devoutly that the horradiance of rising and setting suns, and mak- stages of advancement, until it has reached rors of another war between
kindred, who
ing friendship with the wind-sped clouds a refined and intensely expressive beauty. ought to be friends, may be averted.
which pause to rest upon their summits. Is- In all the forms of created things we may
lands climb in rugged grandeur from the read thrilling truth, that this world with its
John Bull's Opinion of Jonathan's Courage
and Intelligence.—The last number of
depths of the storm-tossed ocean to claim kin- laws and forces, with all its beauty, was
dred with the sky and cloud, while the waves intended and adapted for the development of Blackwood's Magazine, in an article upon the
chant their eternal anthems upon the smooth the highest, noblest type of intellectual and defenses of Canada, after expressing the
strand, or war and rage in stormy chorus and moral greatness. Read aright nil the opinion that n war between Great Britain and
upon the rock-bound shore. Continents objects of nature which delight the eye, or the United States will occur by 1863, says :
stretch away through broad belts and gleam- enrapture the ear, or mirror themselves in
"Our British North American colonies
ing zones to lose themselves in polar soli- the depths of the miditative spirit, are adum- stand face to face with a power which, in the
tudes. These ore types of the human life, brations of higher truths, and are animated application of modern science, and in
which by an innate impulse seeks for freer with the secret of power. Oh not in vain courage and endurance of its people, isthea
conditions ofbeing mo wider range ofpower. was the spirit of Beauty sent forth to watch match for the most military of European
This whole globe which we inhabit is itself over the periods of human life. Feebly nations. An American
army when it first
a symbol of that spirit in man which occasi- would the mind of man grope its way through takes the held, may be little better than a
onally aspires through various media ofknow- the intricate windings of knowledge and the rabble, but
it the experience of a year or
ledge and attainment, in tl'ie purer atmosphere mysteries of art, without the associated two, and itgive
becomes able to hold its own
of moral beauty. How timidly the earth strength of its divinely commissioned com- against the best troops in the world. So our
wheels to her orbit, girt b\' mightier sisters panion. This heaven-descended spirit of own people found hulf a century ago; and
of ate heavenly train! \U. >w earnestly she Beauty is the attendant orb of the human so, if the storm which we are now contempleads with all her barren hills and thirsty spirit in its mightier ranges of power. Like plating does not burst until 1863, our people
plains, for the storms and ims of winter! the moon, attendant upon the earth, shedding may find again."
■HON,
*
�63
THE FRIEND, AUGUST, 186!-.
ADVEUTISEMENTo.
ADVBRTIBI.IMI.BrTB.
Mr. «EO. W. VOIXUM,
AND COMMISSION MERCHANT,
HONOLULU.
Will continue bunn.ti.it at the old aland on Queen street.
OF SAN FRANCISCO, HAS TAKES
all
of the
and Is
LATE
orders for
charge
binding,
J. 11. COLE,
AUcrioNEnn,
(sucrusoa to a. r. svibett.)
Sloly
At bi« Int.' r0..n.«. yurvn Btrevt.
UK. J. JIOTT SMITH,
XJEWrTXaHC
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»,
iAILORTHO M E.~
BOOK-BINDIN8!
11. W. SEVERANCE,
ATJCTIORTEER.
OIBc« corner of Port and Hotel Streets.
APVERTISgaggjgTS.
280-1 7
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American seamen and general practitioner.
Office corner Kaahumanuand Merchant streets, andresidence
at Or. Wood's Mansion, Hotel street.
Medicalanil Surgicaladvice in English, Prench, Spanish, and
Italian.
Office hours from 111. ■. to Ir. ».; at other hours inquire at
his residence.
®'^?" ly_..
prepared to execute
Bindery,
I'll 11,pi,1,-In.
Illu>iriiii-il Xrwspaatrs,
Masiiiian,
Muaic,
Old H00t... at*
Particular attention paid to rchinding old and choice hooks.
Mr. Y. havinir hud many yean* ■a|BWBBBWf In hook.binding in
all Its brunchrn, hopes to receive a share of thebusinessrequired
in Honolulu.
Order* fiom the other islands, should be accompanied with
particular directions, as to the style, and. If the work is to match
volumes previously bound, a sample volume should be aent
with the job.
Men may l>e led nt the book store of 11. M. Whitney, or at
the Himlery, in the rear of Bey. Mr. Clark's residence, beyond
317-3m
the Stone Church.
Hs
THE
SAILORS' HOME, BUILT AND
owned by the
Honolulu Sailors' Home
Society," has recently been placed under the management of the undersigned. They hope, by strict
.11. STANGENWALD, M. D„
attention and fidelity, to merit the patronage of the
PHYSICIAN AND BURCEON,
seafaring community. The House has I een built and
City
Dispenaary
Physician,
York
member
of
the
lAte New
fitted up in a style 10 suit the wants of Officers and
Medico Chimrglcal College ami of the Pathological Society Next door to the Post Office—up stairs— Seamen who are spending a few weeks on shore, or
of New York.
the
Advertiser"
over
Commercinl
wish to remain for a single night, or a single meal.
Ofllej at Dr. Judd's Drug Store, on Fort Street. Residence in
Nuuanu Valley, opposite that of E. 0. Hall, lis.p 277-ly
Shower Roths on the Premises.
Printing Office.
Ship Masters nnd Agents, while putting their Tea.
TAKEN IN EVERY BTYIiE.
C. 11. WETMORE, M. D.
such aa Ambrotypes, Photographs, Melalneotypea for sels under repairs, are respectfully invited to tend
CONSULAR PHYSICIAN & BUR« EON. Lockets, *c. Landscapes, Views of Dwellings, ftc, at reas- their crews to the Home, where every attention will
practitioner,
prices.
onable
To sick American Seamen, and general
ALSO ON lIAND—K good assortment of FANCY CASES, be paid to their comfort.
HILO, HAWAII, S. I.
11. L. UIIASK.
(Mf]
Officers' table, with lodging, per week,.
86
FRAMES, aye.
do.
do.
6
N. B—Medicine Chests carefully replenished at the
Stamens' do. do.
HILO DRUG STORE.
6-tf
CAPTAIN AND MRS. OAT,
Manaiitrt.
Honolulu, March 1, 1861.
chas. b. i.b»t,
sniRHiX ruck,
ii. a. r. cartkb,
CHASE'S
Ambrotype and Photographic
"
GALLERY!
"
PICTURES
HENRY ALLEN,
Honolulu.
Honolulu.
Boston.
CARPENTER, BUILDER AND UN-
DERTAKER.
C. BREWER fc CO.,
UNDERSIGNED BEGS LEAVE resCommission & Shipping Merchants, IMIK
pectlully to inform his friends and the public generally,
Honolulu. Oiiliu. 11. I.
that having recently enlarged his premises, he is now prepared
—IlKrTlt
Koa and Pine Collins always on hand.
FURNITURE REPAIRED.
Jobbing done on reasonable terms.
FIRST PREMIUM
*
DEALERS IN
NEW AND SECOND-HAND
F URNITIJBE.
wwv.
MERCHANDISE, 11*1 I
At the old stand, corner of King and School streets,
near the Urge Stone Church. Also, at the Store
formerly occupied by C. 11. Nicholson, in King street,
opposite the Seamen's Chapel.
gr Agents for Jayne's Medicines.
ALLEK& BEKIIIiL,
St7CCBSBORti TO
George W. Macsy,
KAWAIHAK. HAWAII,
WiUooil.in-.le the GeneralMerchandise and Shipping busines
ttt theabove |M>rt, wlwre they are prepared to furnish the
Justly celebrated Kawaiime Potatoes, and such other re
emit* as are required by whale'ships at the shortest notice,
and on the moil reasonable terms.
3'JO-l.r
HARDWARE STORE.
FELLOWS' BUILDING, ON FORT STREET,
of all kinds. Hinges, Screws, Tacks, Razors, Cut and Wrought Nails, Spikes, Brads,
Files, Carpenters' Tools of all kinds, Pocket and
ODD
LOCKS
Sheath-Knives, Marlinspikes, Caulking-Irons and
Mullets, and numerous other articles, for sale at the
W. N. LAPP.
(tf)
lowest prions, by
NKW AND SECONDI hund furniture ofevery description,
sale
constantly
on hand, and for
at
«,
Ul
Jsm
'1'
*
Second-hand Furniture Bought at
11. ALLEN'S CARPENTER SHOP,
low prices.
fort St., opposite A. D. Cartwrlght's Feed Store.
XT KOA BUREAUS always on hand.
BOOKS AND INSTRUMENTS FOR THE
MARINER.
D. Bf. FLITNER'B Watch and Jewelry
AT
Establishment, in Knahumanu street, will be
found the following works :
Almanacks for 1862.
Merchant's, Shipmaster'sand Mechanic's Assistant
Laws of the Sea.
The Art of Sailmaking.
—also—
Ship's Compasses and Dividers.
—ILSO—
Mast-head Glasses and Marine Telescopes.
—ALSO—
Chronometers and Chronometer Watches.
—
—ALSO
English Charts of North and South Paoific.
—ALSO—
Family Sewing Machines!
VARYING FROM t»6O TO %\ 10,
According to style.
PRICKS
highly finished or plain with Full Plated
RoMtrood
Cases,
,
lIKNIIY ALLEN, rort St
Opposite theFain'ly Grocery and Feed Store.
SAM'L It. CASTLC.
AMOS S. OOOK
CASTLE & COOKE,
IMPORTERS AND WHOLESALE AND RETAIL
GENERAL
WHEELER & WILSON'S
to do all work In the above line, with dispatch and In a workmanlike manner.
TO—
New York.
Joan. M. Ilnno, Esq.,
jia»HoaravsLL, Ksq., )
Bostou.
CiiiKi.ts Rbiwbb, Ks.|., S
)
11. A. Pmaci, X* i ,
Mawas. Mcßcsa k MsasiLL, { ....g»n Francisto.
Cbis. Wolcott Baooaa, hso,.,}
Hongkong.
Mlasas. Wm. Pubtio k C0.,..?.
Miaaas. P»L>, Hcbbbll
Co
Manila.
878-1?
THE BEST IN USE!
.
and {Varied Machinesof various styles and price*.
The practical working of eachand every machine guaranteed
Each machine Is accompanied by a full set of tools; being all
that Is necessary for the adjustment and working of Ihe machine*
Also, full and complete printed directions In English, Spanish,
French or German.
CALL AND EXAMINE THENF.W IMPROVEMENTS.
Office and Salesroom, corner of Montgomery and Sacrssßeot*
Streets, San Francisco
n. C. II AY DIM. AQSITT.
fl.tr
DRAWIffCKPENCIXS.
RECEIVED BT
St KSIKIIIKK HAS
an invoice of REHBACH'S very
the "
11HE
of
celebrated
of a
Speedwell"
|>encil<,
soil Justly
variety
superior
patterns, to which
he would call theatleullonof teachersand others. Amoixjtbesß
are
Ivory tipped office and memorandum Pencils,
Engineers and artists' Pencils,
do.
People's and school
Ivory tipped pocket and memo, propelling Pencils.
Boxes of aaaorted Polygrade Pencils,
Blue and red Pencils, etc., etc., etc.
—ALSO-.
Children's alphabet Toy Blocks,
riiildren's aaaorted Block (Janus,
New style glass Inkstands.
PAPER.
Choice letter and cap paper.
Narrowand broad bill papers.
Very superior lawyer's Brief.
BLANK BOOKS.
A great variety of account and otherblank Books of various
■lass and styles. For sale by
H. M. WIUTKKY.
an
THE FRIEND:
,
.
..
A great variety of other articles useful to the A MONTHLY JOURNAL, DEVOTED TO TEMPERANCE, SEAMEN, MARINE AND
CHARTS FOR BALE.
—AND—
Mariner.
GENERAL INTELLIGENCE,
inoludiiig Breast I*ms,
Chart*
Odea,
articles,
theHarbor
Maater'a
of
ornamental
BKKN
Many
at
BE
PUBLISHED AND EDITED BY
theNorth and South Pacific, lnd'anand Paclßc Oceana, Rings, Cups, &&, &o.
Likewise a Sea00 a large scale; China and Japan Beaa, *c.
Particular attention given to repairing and rating
tant, (double arch; by Trougbton, an Aneroid, Hersburg's East
SAMUEL
DAMON.
CbronoiiiWt***.
naatwal
and
India Dtraotor?
sundrr
»«*••
MAY
*
€.
�64
THE FRIEND, \ I
Successful Rice Growing.—Messrs. Judd and
Wilder have just harvested their first crop of rice,
and shipped it on board tbe Comet for San Francisco.
Hating beard that the yield was very large, we bave
requested the particulars, from these gentlemen, who
bays kindly supplied them. Their laud is situated
at Waiabole on the windward side of Oahu, in the
Kooleu district, and embraced 88 taro patches, vhioh
have been accurately surveyed, showing an area of
16 acres sad 802 feet. The yield of Ibis land was
carefully weighed as it was put on board the Comet,
and tarns oat 89,200 pounds or 6086} lbs. per acre
Extraordinary aa this yield may appear, it would
bave been much greater had not tbe grain on five
acres been badly beaten down and rotted by a aevura
rain storm, causing a losa on that tract of about one
half Its yield.
Had not this oasaality occurred,
the produce of the 16 acres would have exceeded
o%e hundred thousand pounds. There can be no mistake in this statement, and the experience of other
rice growers in that vicinity will attest it. We congratulate Messrs. J. and W. on this result of their
first attempt in rioe growing, and doubt not this new
branch of industry will prove, in favorable localities,
and under foreign management, the most remunerative orop that can be grown. We may state here,
that advices received front the coast, say thai the
grain heretofore sent to California has been cut too
green, and that it will be much better for the rice
and more remunerative to the cultivators, to allow
it to ripen folly on tbe stalk, as is the practice with
other ocreals.—Hdvertiur.
'
The newly-appointed British Commissioner
for these Islands, Mr. Sjnge, left New York in the
Steamer of June 20, and immediately on his arrival
stPanama, embarked on board a war-steamer direst for Honolulu. He may therefore reasonably be
expected here within the next week, as it requires
40 days to make the passage from Panama. We may
add an item in this connection, which will be of interest. The lady of the commissioner is an American, a sister of Major Wainwright, now commanding
the U. 8. forces in New York harbor. Another brother is commander of the U. S. Steam Nloop of war
Hartford, which was engaged in the recent attack
on the forts below Mew Orleans, and encountered the
rebel ram and fire rafts, at described in Harper's
Weekly of the 7th June. Mrs. Synge is by marriage related to the wife of our townsman, Mr. H. W.
Severance. Mr. Synge resided for many years at
Washington where be was engaged as Secretary in
the British legation.— lbid.
(.
IIS T. Is <i >
MARINE JOURNAL.
PORT OF HONOLULU, S. I.
AR&IVALS.
July 4—Brit bark Prince of the Seas, he Oresley, 24 days from
Albcrni, Y. 1., bound to London with a load span.
Touched here for seamen.
B. steamer Wyoming. M'Doupall, 10 days from San
Francisco, en route for Manila. Bailed again next
*
day.
10—Ambark Catalpa, Allen, 17 days from San Francisco
en route for Hongkong. Delivered bar Kxprvss
matter, and proceeded on tier course
clipper ship Competitor, Leckie, 13 days fm San
12—AmFrancisco,
en route forChina. Bailed again same
S—U.
day.
Cofnet, Smith, 12 days From Ban Francisco.
17—Brit steamer Thames, Kclite, 213 days from London,
wiih asstd. mdse to Hoffscldaeger Btaponhorsl.
19—Hawaiian bark Kathleen, Marchant, 16 daysfmn. San
Francisco, with asstd. cargo tv Aldrich, Walker
Co.
24—Am aHMMr ship Storm King, CaNaghan, 15 days from
San Francisco, en mute for Hongkong, anchored
ootside. Bhe sailed next day, with lot fungus, &c,
and 4 Chinese pssmfsftfls
24—Am barkentine Jenny Ford, McCarty, 24 days from
Teckalet,with 290 M ft lumber, 7 M pickcta,6 spars,
to Messrs. llackfeld A Co.
25—Am sch Ann Eliza, Freeman. 179 days from Boston,
withassorted cargo to C. Brewer ft Co.
ai—11. B. M.'s steamer Charyhd is, 21 guns, Captnin the
Hon. Geo. I>. Keane, 24 days from Victoria.
Aug. 4—Am bark Keoka, Sutton, 25 days from PortTownsend,
en route for Shanghae with lumber. Sailed again
j same day.
4—Haw. schoonerKalama, Rabcock, .10 days from How• land's Island via Fanning* Island, with 105 hags
guano.
6—Ambark Yankee, Taylor, 11 days fm San Francisco,
with mdse to Wilcox. Richards ft Co.
C—Ambark Delaware, Crcgg, 13 days Tm SanFrancisco,
pasaed this port en roaic for China.
]3-Ain bark
*
•>
DIED.
WooD-In Honolulu, July 25th, Mrs. Delia M. Wood, wife
of R. W. Wood, M. I-, uged 64 years.
The deceased was a native or Mac hias, Maine, and accompanied her husband to the islands, where he commenced practice In Honolulu in 1839. The greater part of her residence of
twenty-three years, at the islandshad been spent in Honolulu
bat, during the last few years, her home has been at Koloa,
Kauai. On our arrival at the Islands in 1842, it was ourprivilege
to be welcomed to Dr. Wood's family, where we formed an acquaintance with the deceased, which subsequent years ripened
into awarm friendship, hence we feel that we may be indulged in
a fewremarks relating to her. Fond nf reading, intellectual in
her tastes, and naturally retiring, she dwelt apart from the world
at large, and with but few held intimate communion. Beneath,
however, that apparent reserve, there beat a warm and symSteam
Corvette,
Charybdis, pathetic heart, which flowed out In acts of self-sacrificing
Natal.—H. B. Majesty's
1).
the
Hon.
Keane,
commanding, kindness. She has been agreat sufferer for six monthspast, but
Capt.
George
the lastfew weeks, while it was manifest that
arrived at 2 P. M., on the 31st. ult., 24 days from especially duringassuming
her disease was
a fatal form, and such a nature st to
Victoria, Vancouver'sIsland, en route for Valparaiso. baffle the best medical skill. It proved to be the appointment
She will remain *n port until the arrival of the Ter- of Ood that she should end her earthly pilgrimage, while expepain, such as seldom falls to the lot of
magant, ezpeoted here in all August, from Panama, riencing the most intense
There wt*re seasons, and those by no means infrewith the newly-appointed British commissioner, and mortals.
when it seemed as if she was passing through the very
quent,
Bishop Staler. The following are the officers of the furnaceof suffering." It is theunited testimony of those who
witnessed her departure, that she was sustained, in a most
Charybiit:
surprising and wonderful manner, by the presence of her
Captain—\los. Oboboe D. Kejbs.
DivineSavior,
who assisted her in bearing her cross. *' fhe
Limit. H. O. Burleigh. W. C. Childcrs, 11. Sanson.
Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost," did so manifest to her
Sailing Matter—Geo. Ollls.
ralod
the
blessed
realities of the unseen world that she longed
Lint. Marines—C. B. Smith.
to depart, although willing to remain until her Savior should
Surgton—C. R. Orr.
■ come up higher."
bid
her
The peace of God which passeth
Paymaster—Kwd. 0. GUIs.
all understandintf'" imparted to her soul a serenity which parChief Engineer—J. Brktgeman.
took
of
the
bliss
of
heaven.
Her
sick chamber was ** quite on
Ant. Surgeon—Henry Klckards.
that the
the verge of heaven," where her few attendants saw
shadows of time were giving place to the realities of the eternal
world, so manifestly did the Divine presence irradiate the
The Prince of Wales in the Holy scene.
The sours dark cottage, battered and decayed,
Land.—The latest dates of the tour of the ■Lets
Id new light, through chink* which time has made."
of
are
Jerusalem.
The
Wales
from
Prince
S. C. D.
Nile expedition is spoken of as most satisMhos—ln New York, June 11, the Rev. B. C. Meigs, Mishad
been consionary
of
the
American
Board.
The
deceased
factory in all its features. Jerusalem was nected with the Mission to India (Madras and Ceylon.)
ever
He has
or
during
period
forty-seven
years.
Ist
of
and
on
the
a
of
April,
1815,
since
reached on the
native of
of
the
laborious
of
men.
He
was
a
most
been
one
Prince's arrival there, his escort of Lancers Bethlehem, Ct., graduated at Vale College in 1811, and sailed
India In 1815. He went with Messrs. Poor, Bard well.
and Bashi Bazouke were reinforced by a for
and Warren.
hattallion of foot. His camp was pitched on Richards
Holt—ln Honolulu, July 6, iwlwrt W. Holt, aged 63 years,
native of Liverpool, England, and for '29 years a resident of
the level between the Damascus and Jaffa athis
place.
an
hour's
the
Mount
ride from
of Hadlit—ln Honolulu, July 14, James 0. Hadley, of North
gates, half
England,aged 41 years.
ShU'ldi,
Olives. The first two days were spent in MoCouohtet—At
sea, Dec. 11,1861, lat. b° N., long. 159©
on the voythe inspection of the Holy City. In spite of 40 W., on board the American whalesh'p Ontario,
home, Mr. 11. W. MeCoughtry, in the 54th yearof his age,
many centuries of precedence the Prince age
late Registrar of Public Accounts under the Hawaiian Governand for many years a resident of these inlands.
entered the great Mosque which is built over ment,
Johsbos—ln Honolulu, August 1, Edwin Johnson, aged 18
the tomb of David, and had tbe privilege of years, a native of Van Dtemen's Land.
i
CLiSCT—In the Queen's Hospital, Honolulu, July 27, Barthol
standing where no infidel has stood since the Clancy,aged
40 years, formerly of Bt. Johns, N. 8., for several I
resident of California.
—
"
—
.
PASSENGERS.
From Has Fkabcisco—per Faany,June27—Samoel anil Miss
Mary A Alexander, Misa llattic Coal).
From Viotobii—per Toando, June 27—Mr SII Atkins, Miss
Henriettaami Unbelt R Atkins.
From 8a» Faascisco—per Comot, J«ly 14—Capt In Stotl,
W H Morton, wife aud '2 children, Mrs Schinifflinlioni and a
rhiklren, II II Sawyer, A Chater, D W Cartwrlght, H Qlllingliara, JamesMcQuillan, tV in McClouil, A SUva, Astiu—l6.
For Bis Vumisco—(>er Speedwell, July 16— Mrs I Bartlott
and 2 children, Mra Cannon, T Cummins, J A Cummios, C 1,
Richards, C II Lant, Mr Raymond, Master II M'Coniston, Mr
Uargaahay, D H Slnghorse, 1. Beier, Jas Whitesides—l4.
From San Famcraoo—per Yankee, A'ig. o—lsabella Pitta, (1
II Farnam, G C Sitters, D router and son, Cluta Derby, Faker or
Siva and assistant, W S Kgerton, JohnWebster, S A Mffbank,
r.i-nj B Macy, Sam Clark ; 7 Hawaiians and 4 Chinese in the
steerage—24 in all.
For ViCToara—per Jenny Fonl, Aug. 8—Mrs II Ttobinson, (I
Trask,aud 8 Uuwaliaus.
From the Qcawo Islaxds—per Kalama, Aug 4—E F Hasanl
and C A Bradley, agents.
Vessels Expected
Ha
Foreign Ports.
Am. ship lUduj.ii, Hurlitt. sailed from Boston June 15, with a
cargo ofassorted .mice, to C. Brewer \ Co*
sailed from New Bedford May 15, with
Am. ship Erie,
a full cargo sfeesorted mdse. to Wilcox, Kichards A: Co.
Haw schooner Liholiho, Bush, from Pbnmlx Island—overdue.
Am bark Nik-, Keyte, lrom Sydney via I'hu-nix Islands—overdue.
Dutch ship Galilei, Koch, from London about April 15, with
asstd. cargo to Janion, Green A Co.
Hamburg baric Laura A; Louise, Marks, to sail from Hamburg
May 1, with mdse to Messrs. Hackfeld fc Co.
Oldcnb'gbark Sylphide, Iloepinanii,to sail from Bremen about
May 1, with merchandise to Melchers 4/ Co.
Bremen bark I'auline,
to leave Bremen April 10 to 15,
with asstd cargo to HoffschUger &
Haw wh brig YYailna, Lass, from a cruise among theCaroline
group—overdue.
A British war steamer
is expected from Panama.
MARRIED.
J AKVR.S—Hiydkn—ln Boston, Mass., April 30, James Jackson Jarves, formerlyof Honolulu,and nowareaidrntof Florence,
Italy, to Isabel Kast Hayden, ofCambridge, Mass.
Information Wanted !
Respecting If. N. Boysen, who is reported to have hcen at
the Y. S. Hospital in February, 1800. He was a Dane, and was
discharged from a BosU<n ship. Any information will be gladly
received by thrEditor.
Respecting Retthrn Week*, belonging to North Dartmouth,
Mass. Heit* reported as having been in Honolulu last April.
Any information will be gladly received by the Editor,%>r his
father Ebenezer Weeks, North Dartmouth.
Respecting Mr. Armond (ioolry, who sailed fromNew Bedford In 1866, and left his ship, the "Thomas Dickasnn," in 1858.
Any Information will be plWily received by the Editor, or Mrs.
Ellen Qooley, care of G. B/*pichmon<l, New Bedford, Mass.
Respecting Frederick Hodgman Pend/etony of Bangor,
Maine. He came to the Islands from San Francisco last Septemher. Any information will be gladly received by his father,
E. O. Pendleton. Bangor, Maine, or by the Editor of the Friend.
ID" The Chaplain has received LETTERS for John Penrose
and WilliamCrumbie.
PHOTOGRAPHIC
"
Crusades.
from
KING STREET,
Next Door to H. Dinond & Son.
X UNDERSIGNED HAVING RECEIV1111
-1 edhis NKW PIIOTOOKAPIIIC APPAIIATIS, has en-
refitted and renovated the Hooids formerly occupied hy
H. Stangemralil, M. D-, (more recently hy Mr. K. D. Durand.)
and hopes, by strict attention to the tastes and fanciesofhis customers, to receive a share of the public patronage.
The Carte dc ViMitt in either plain or fancy styles, put up
neatly aud with dispatch.
J. W. Xl Ml.
King street, next door to 11. Dimond at Son.
324-2ra
tirely
THE UNDERSIGNED 18 NOW PR KIM RKD to All all orders from STENCIL PLATES, for Firms, Plantations,Kice Growers, Sic, on short notice.
Music, Legal documents, tic, coppied neatly. Ornamental
Foil Signs on glass, a beautiful article for decorating Kefreshment Saloons,liar Rooms, Ac, cot up in FANCY STYLES.
Hills and accounts mude out.
The public are respectfully Invited to glre me a rail, as I will
do all work id theabove line, at prices suited to the times.
Orders from the country and other Islands respectfully
solicited.
TIIOMAS 0. THRUM,
Fort Strait, opposite the Odd Fellows' Hull.
331-Sm
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FRIEND
THE
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11,
ft. 7.}
49
CONTENTS
Far Jalv. 1802.
Paos.
The Society Island
*•
Christianllawallans in California
New Steamer
60,61,63
Anniversary Sermon
M
The Late Prtnee Albert
American Newt
K *»
M
Rebel Letter
M
Joseph Heco, Esq
64
Tenth Anniversary of laities' Stranger's Friend Society
Marine News, Poetry, tc
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>
°°
THE FRIEND,
JULY
The
Morning
1, 1802.
Star.—This Missionary
Packet, under command of Capt. Gelett, left
our harbor on the 19ih ult., for the various
mission stations of Micronesia. Among the
passengers are Mrs. A. A. Sturgess, Rev. D.
Kapali and wife, and D. P. Aumai and wife,
(Hawaiian missionaries.)
\m
HONOLULU, JULY 1, 1862.
Series, «oL_l§.
ther, Kenao's Indian wife, burst into wailing for her
Christian Hawaiians in California and only son, but seemed to nod relief in prayer. An
the Digger Indians.
hour later, Kenso drew his lsstbreath. He has been
a bright and shining light amongst his countrymen,
We are indebted to Dr. Gulick for tbe following and his peaceful death will, I think, do us all good.
this small
extracts from his brother's letters from California: Four have already died of smallpox out of W.
O." s
T.
«• On the memorable 26th of April, the day New community, within a month.
Orleans was captured by our forces, I arrived at
Launch of THE" Annie Laurie."—The new
Irish Creek, Eldorado county, and was more surprised at what my eyes beheld, 1 presume, than was steamer wbioh has recently been built by the Messrs.a
tbe victorious army at what they beheld in the Cres- Foster, was launched on Wednesday, 25th ult.,
few minutes past 8 o'clock. As the blocks were
cent City.
ohristened by
1 found here twenty-four Kanakas—principally knocked out from under ber, she was moved rapidHawaiians, and two from the South Seas—two Ha- Miss M'Kibben the .4;int'e Laurie, and
waiian women, three Indian women, of the 'Digger' ly down the ways into her native element, the Hawaiian, British and American flags being displayed
race, and four half Indian children. At this 1 was
propeller
not surprised. But I was not prepared to And two over her. She is fitted with a two-bladed
of the Indian women speaking Hawaiian very oor- six feet in diameter, which was cast by Mr. Hughes,
rectly, all of them dressing neatly, cutting, washing who also has the contract for ber engine and boiler.
and ironing their own and their husband's and chil- These are being rapidly constructed at the foundry,
dren's clothes; to find one of them reading the Ha- and in a few weikswill be completed. Tbe bow of
conwaiian Bible very intelligently, as does also tbe tbe steamer, wbiob is tbe portion that has been
and gives tbe
oldest child, a girl of eight or ten years; to And two structed by Messrs. Fosters, is sharp
80 tone
of these Digger' women taking part in prayer vessel a graceful appearance. She is about
meetings, expressing regrets at their former igno- measurement, will be schooner rigged, her propeller
and to being intended only as an auxiliary, to be used in
rance, and pity for their ignorant relatives;was
not dims and light weather. This is the second steamer
find them all desirous to learn moro. I
prepared to find one of the best of their dwelling that has been built in Honolulu, the first having
latter
houses set apart exclusively for religious worship- been the tow-boat Pelt. Tbe maohinery of the
floored, seated with backless benches, with a table at was imported. After the launoh, the spectators were
one end for tbe speaker; to find tbe natives holding invited to a repast spread in the shop of tbe Messrs.
early morning and evening meetings every week day, Fosters.— Adv.
besides seven district meetings on Sunday, and one
Photographic Booms.—We direct attenThursday afternoon meeting; and to find that for a
few weeks past they have kept up an afternoon singtion the advertisement of Mr. H. L. Chase,
ing school. Most of tbeir dwelling houses are quite
substantial
the
Kenao,
perhaps
in another column. Mr. C. has purchased
rough, but
Hawaiian christian in California, I found living in a
establishment of Mr. King, (Howland's
neat little clapboard house put up by himself, paint- the
ed outside and in, and two of the rooms neatly old stand,) and having on hand a complete
-
. .
'
The Society Islands.—The following
paragraph we copy from a letter written by
the Rev. William Howe, of the London Missionary Society, and residing at Tahiti, under
date of March 20 i
•« The John Williams has just paid a visit,
to our out-stations in the Austral group of papered.
a more interesting community
islands. Messrs. Barffand Piatt, the former sinoe
" I have nottofound
California. There is more prayer
in his 70th year, and the latter in his 73d sent upcoming
from this small company, I presume, than
year, accompanied by a young brother, the from any other community of four times its site
women speak
Rev. G. Morris, who came out by the John in California. Two of the Indian reads
One of them
it with
to
Hawaiian
altogether.
her
from
England,
on
last
trip
Williams
ease and correctness, joins in the
become
his
considerable
to
sucunite with Mr. Piatt and
singing, takes part in the prayer meetings, and
cessor, went with her. They took with them prays in secret. She has just been taken down
seven young men who had completed their with the small pox. I shall earnestly plead that
the moterm of four years in the institution for train- she may not be taken away now. She isHilo,
Sandthree bright children, one now at
the
care
ther
of
Tahaa,
under
native
at
ing
pastors
wich Islands. The eldest child, a girl of eight or
of
Barff,
and
their
term
of the late Rev. John
ten years, they say,is a good reader. She is fast re.
study was completed by his venerable father. covering from the small pox, and acts like a well
girl. My heart has been
They were ordained as pastors over the seve- behaved and thoughtfulunder
suLering. They have
by her patience
ral churches who had chosen them and sent touched
put a stop to drunkenness among themselves, sending
men
institution.
Ten
young
to
the
them
off those who would drink and steal. They tell me
huve recently left Tahitifor Tahaa, to devote that after due deliberation tbey voted to raise »600 for
four years study, with the view of becoming a new church, and that it ia to be accomplished
After some hesitation as to whethpastors. They are placed under the care of within this year. anything
for missionary purposes
to oontribute
the Rev. J. L. Green, who has been sent out er
till they bad raised the $600 for tbeir church, tbey
to
take
our
Society
the
of
Directors
by
finally voted, before I arrived, to take up a contribucharge of the institution. Both he and his tion every monthly oonoert,"
Is heavy upon us. Last
amiable lady appear well suited for their imJB.—God's hand suddenly
" MayKenao's
died. Tbe mostep-son
evening
duties,"
portant
stock of materials, is prepared to " hand
down to posterity," in correct, elegant and
enduring style, all who may favor him with
a call. That he is skilled in the business he
has undertaken, a glance at the picture* in
his rooms will prove.
Donations. —From a friend, support of tbe
*25 00
20 00
•
5 00
do.
Do.
or support of the Friend, from a friend 25 00
lethel,
,nother friend,
...
The lack of the usual amount of editorial matter in this number of the Friend, i»
owing to the absence of the Editor.
tor
The Chaplain has received LETTERS
Wm. H. Cax
Covington, Francis McXvena, and Jot. M. Mice.
of bark
persons
tor
the
fcHowlna
have
been
reeelved
XT UrTOtBB
Mr. Thomas Bain ; Mr. Cafltocb—(this letter Is In French. )
Islisas In hands of Seamen's Chaplain for Mr. Charies F.
ladd ship u Mareoxo," Henry B. Dave), Mr. Hirass Taylor,
u viiH m p.iM rusrhrn Morwaa
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50
world, commencing with the British and Bible Translation in the Languages of the
Bible Society, organized in 1804.
Soutk Seas.
Societies have since been organized in Gerthe last half century, a similar
During
many, France, Sweden, Denmark, and Rus- work has been going forward throughout all
sia. America has not fallen far behind in
the South Sea Missions, prosecuted under
this good work, although the American Bible the patronage of the London Missionary,
Society was not organized until 1816. Since Wesleyan Missionary and Church Missionthat time, Bible societies have sprung up in
ary Societies. Two years ago, when the
all p.irts of the Christian world. In 1860, it missionary bark John Williams sailed from
was estimated that all these various organiza- the South Pacific, she conveyed a freight
tions had published not less than (65,000,000) the most precious that ever floated upon the
sixty-five millions of Bibles and Testaments, waters of the Pacific. It is thus described in
in one hundred and fifty-seven languages an English periodical
and dialects. What is most remarkable, out
"A Precious Freight.—When the John
of one hundred and fifty-seven languages in Williams, the missionary ship sent out to the
which the Bible, or parts of it, have been i islands in the Picific ocean by the children
printed, there were only twenty of these lan- of England, returned to England last sumguages which contnined translations of the mer, it
brought three missionaries with corBible previous to the organization of the rected translations of the Bible, to be printed
British and Foreign Bible Society. This is for the natives of the South Sea Islands.
a point worthy of being remembered, that
They were Rev. Mr. Inglis, with the first
during the last sixty years the Sacred Scrip- translation of the New Testament in the
tures have been translated and printed, for Aneiteum language; Rev. Mr. Turner, with
the first time, in one hundred and thirty- a corrected copy of the entire Samoan Bible;
seven languages; but what renders this fact and Rev. Mr. Gill, with a corrected copy of
still more remarkable, many of these lan- the entire Rarotongan Bible, each of the new
guages were previously merely spoken laneditions to be printed with marginal
guages, but they have been reduced to a ces. They were followed two months referenafter by
written form by missionaries.
Rev. Mr. Chisholm, with a corrected copy of
Literary Labor Performed in Bible Trans- the entire Tahitian Bible for a third edition,
also with marginal references. In 1818,
lation.
the
The Word of God, a Sharp Sword. Foreign
ANNIVERSARY SERMON,
Preached in behalf of-the Hawaiian Bible
id Tract Society, at Fort St. Church,
I
bbath evening, June 1, 1862, by Rev.
t". Damon.
xlx: la—" Out of his mouth goeth a
sword, that with It be should smite the nations."
r—Revelations,
The word of God, in this passage, is compared to a sharp sword. In the fourth chapter of the Epistle to the Hebrews, it is compared to a sword with two edges—« For the
word of God is quick and powerful, and
sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing
even to the dividing asunder of soul and
spirit, and of the joints and the marrow, and
is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of
the heart."
We are gathered this evening to celebrate
tbe anniversary of a society, the object of
which is to scatter abroad, to an indefinite
extent, exact copies of this spiritual weapon,
lv our organization, we combine the printing
and distribution of religious tracts, and hence
we denominate our Association the "Hawaiian Bible and Tract Society."
The design of a religious tract is precisely
the same as that of the publication and circulation of the Bible. A tract, in a simple
form, embodies some one Scripture truth.
That truth is simplified and illustrated, where
the Bible contains the whole body of God's
revealed word, without note or comment.
The Bible, as sent forth by the various Bible
Societies of Christendom, is the sharp sword,
or the sword of the Spirit, without a scabbard.
It is the naked broadsword, but highly tempered and made of the best Damascus steel
The truths of the Bible, as published upon
the flying leaves of our Tract Societies, are
manufactured in smaller weapons than broad
swords. The design of both is, however, the
same. These weapons are designed to smite
the nations, as set forth in my text —" Out of
his mouth goeth a sharp sword, that with it
he should smite the nations." It is not difiicult'to ascertain the name of the person here
referred to, for it is the Lord Jesus Christ,
who is represented as seated upon a white
horse, and riding forth at the head of a conquering host: "And the armies which were
in heaven followed him upon white horses,
clothed in fine linen, white and clean." The
revelator John saw this advancing army riding forth, "conquering and to conquer,"
having " on his vesture and on his thigh a
name written, King of Kings, and Lord of
:
The amount of literary labor performed in
the execution of this work of Bible translation is almost incredible. I'ersons who have
not been engaged in this peculiar department
of literary labor can form but a faint idea of
the amount of toil, perplexity and care which
are requisite to catch the sounds of a spoken
language, and transfer them to the written
page. The labors attending the translation
of the Hawaiian Bible are thus graphically
and concisely sketched by theRev. A. Bishop,
in an address delivered before the Hawaiian
Bible Society, 12th of June, 1844, and published in the August number of the Friend
for that year. Mr. Bishop remarks as follows:—"No small part of former years has
been occupied in investigating the Word of
God, in the original languages, with a direct
reference to the Hawaiian translation. The
works of the most learned commentators and
lexicographers, and various translations both
in Latin and English, were consulted. The
discoveries which modern scientific investigators have thrown upon the original languages of Scripture were made available.
The labors ofRosenmiiller, Kenoel, Michaelis,
Gesenius, Knapp, Griesback, Bloomfield,
Doddridge, Stuart, Robinson, Macknight,
Campbell, and others, have all contributed to
aid us in the investigation. But their aid
extended only to the elucidation of the
original text. A still greater labor existed in
bringing the true sense of the original into
the language which had never been cultivated, and whose words are limited by the
paucity of ideas attained by an untutored
people." The whole address of Mr. Bishop
is worthy of perusal, for it contains much
valuable historical data upon this subject.
Great as the labor has been, the present
translation is acknowledged as incomplete,
and it is a pleasing fact that some of the best
Hawaiian scholars among the missionaries
are now engaged in perfecting the transla-
lards."
The manifest design of this highly-wrought
and figurative language is to portray, in a
most vivid and impressive style, the great
fact that the Lord Jesus Christ is now at the
head of an advancing host of powerful agents,
the object of which is to subdue the world,
and to bring the nations of the earth into subjection to the truths and precepts of the Bible.
Taking this view of the advancing columns,
in the armies of Prince Imtnanuel, our
numerous Bible and Tract Societies form a
most powerful agency to bring about the final
triumph of the Gospel.
Bible Societies tn General.
Let me dwell for a moment upon the
various Bible Societies in different parts of tion.
Rev. Mr. Ellis printed the first portion of the
Tahitian Scriptures, the first ever printed in
any of the languages of the Pacific. Now
the Bible has been translated, printed, and
extensively circulated in eight different languages, the Tahitian, Rarotongan, Samoan,
Tongan, Feejeean, New Zealand, Hawaiian,
and Aneiteum. Single Books and detached
portions of the Bible have also been printed
in nearly as many more languages."
Bible Translation in Micronesia.
No one feature of the missionary work, as
witnessed by myself during my late cruise
among the Micronesian Islands, made so
favorable an impression upon my mind as
that of our Missionaries in their efforts to
translate the Bible into the four distinct dialects spoken by the inhabitants upon Apiang,
Ebon, Kusaie and Ponape. We are accustomed to refer to the Micronesian Mission as
a single and distinct Mission. This is far
from being the true statement. The natives
of Apiang speak an entirely different language from those of Ebon, or Kusaie, or
Ponape. So also do the natives of these
latter islands speak different dialects; hence,
there must be made four translations : one,
by Mr. Bingham and his associates; a second,
by Mr. Doane and his associates; a third, by
Mr. Snow and his wife ; and a fourth, by
Mr. Sturges and his wife. One of the objects which Mrs. Sturges had in view, in
visiting the Sandwich Islands, was to carry
through the press and examine the proofsheets of a translation of the Gospel of John,
in the Ponapian dialect.
While among those missionaries, and witnessing their labors,lny mind was most sensibly impressed with the greatness and difficulties of their enterprise. Just one year
ago to-day, I spent my first Sabbath in
heathendom. I felt for and sympathized
with pioneer missionaries among savages as
I never.felt before. With Jeremiah, I could
say, the sight of "mine eye affecteth mine
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heart." To know and fully appreciate the
moral and spiritual degradation of a heathen
people, and the herculean task of elevating
them to the rank of a civilized and Christian
nation, a person must go among them and
witness the toiling missionary combatting
with indolence, ignorance, vice, degradation,
and depravity. Such has been my privilege.
The recollection of that sight is cherished
among the most precious treasures in memory's store-house. I now value my Bible as I
never valued it before. If the people of
Micronesia are ever elevated and christianized, it must be done by the Bible, as brought
home to their hearts through the faithful
labors of our missionaries.
Bible Truth, the Foundation of England's
Greatness and Hawaiian Civilization.
But let us now turn our thoughts to
another part of the world, and contemplate
the influence of the Bible in Christian lands.
How mistaken and palpably ignorant of the
true elements of national strength and prosperity are those who undervalue it as the true
foundation of civilization. Never did Queen
Victoria utter a more eloquent and truthful
sentiment than when asked upon what the
greatness of England rested. Pointing to
the Bible, she said, "It rests there."
Never did His Majesty, Kamehatneha IV.,
utter sentiments more becoming the Chief
Magistrate and Ruler of a Christian nation,
than upon the 26th of May, 1857, when presented with a copy of the Holy Bible, sent out
by the American Bible Society. Addressing
the person who presented him the Bible, His
Majesty remarked :
"The volume you present me, in behalf of
the American Bible Society, and the letter
with which it is accompanied, I receive with
mingled feeling of pleasure and reverence.
When I remember the moral illumination
and the sense of social prosperity which have
spread through these islands in proportion as
the Holy Scriptures have been circulated, I
cannot but admire and respect the human
agency through which Providence has effected
its benign purpose.
* I will not
attempt to echo the true tone of fervent admiration and gratitude with which you allude to
the happy changes effected by the dissemination of God's Holy Word. But from the
position I occupy, the facts meet me which
ever way I turn my eyes. I see them every
day and every hour. I see principles taking
root among my people that were unknown
and unintelligible to them at that dark
period of our history to which you have
referred. They have now a standard by
which to judge of themselves and of each
other as members of society. Without that
standard, no law but the law of autocratic
power could have ruled them. Its absence
would have rendered the gift of free institutions, such as they now enjoy, a worse than
useless act of magnanimity on tbe part of my
predecessors," &c., &c.
* * *
The Testimony
of Civil Rulers.
The testimony of Kings, Queens, Presidents and Civil Rulers, in regard to the civilizing and conservative influence of Bible truths,
is valuable. It is no more, however, than the
rulers of Christian nations should esteem it
their highest privilege to render. It should
never be rendered in a patronizing air. The
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Bible inculcates the truth, "render unto may not be so open and violent as were
the French when, in their delirium of madness, they voted that there was no God, and
abolished the Sabbath by a legislative decree.
Numbers are not wanting who desire to
break away from the restraints imposed by
the precepts of the Gospel. Their attacks
are especially directed against those two great
and positive laws of Paradise—the Sabbath
and the marriage institution.
Taking the Bible for our guide, it appears,
from an examination of the second chapter of
the book of Genesis, that God promulgated
"
two great laws for the obedience and observance of the human family. The first law set
apart one-seventh part of time as holy. 1 do
not find that God ever has repealed this law
by any subsequent enactment, but has, on
numerous occasions, re-enacted and confirmed
it, and especially on Mount Sinai, where,
amid thunderings and lightnings, He commanded as follows :
the Sab" Remember
bath day, to keep it holy,"
etc. So far as
the teachings and example of our Savior bore
upon the Sabbath, they re-consecrated oneseventh part of time, redeeming it from
Pharisaic desecration and pollution. Oneseventh part of time we regard as now belonging to God. and to be sacredly devoted
to religious purposes.
The other great law of Paradise appertained to the marriage institution, clearly
allowing every man to marry one woman,
and no more. We do not discover from our
reading of either the Old or New Testament,
example.
The course of events during the last forty that God has ever repealed this law. Taking
years, upon these islands, most aptly illus- the Bible, and the Bible alone, as our rule of
trate the sentiment of my text—" The word faith and practice, I cannot but regard all those
of God—the sharp sword"—has smitten as guilty of trifling with the Word of God,
through the old laws and tabus of the Hawai- who endeavor to argue away the observance
ian people. This nation has been subdued, of the Sabbath, or alter in anyway the divine
or partially so, by the vigorous wielding of law in regard to marriage. The evil conthe sword spoken of in my text. The con- sequences of such trifling will sooner or later
quest may not be complete and perfect, but appear whenever attempted. Wherever init has been encouragingly so. Suppose there dividuals or communities can be brought to
are some of our legislators who chose to make " remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy,"
themselves ridiculous by arguing and voting and sacredly observe all those laws relating
that it is money thrown away to employ a to the marriage institution, as indicated in the
chaplain for their body, such men may repre- second chapter of Genesis, there private virsent some dark and heathenish district of tue, domestic happiness, social order, public
these islands, overrun with Mormonism, or peace, and universal prosperity, will as natucursed with the relics of idolatry—but they rally follow, as any natural effect must folmust not imagine that they represent the low the cause producing it.
To meet the enemies of the truth, there
heart of the Hawaiian nation, or the enlightened age in which we live. I claim for the must be s fearless announcement of the
Hawaiian people, that they possess the ele- teachings of our Savior. The Bible doctrines
ments of a Christian civilization, and that must be proclaimed. "The Word of God—
they have been made so by the free circula- a sharp sword," must be vigorously wielded.
tion of the Sacred Scriptures and the preach- Suppose the wicked do cry, " Let us break
ing of the Gospel. Various other agents their bonds asunder, and cast away their
have contributed their good influence to bring cords from us," then let the friends of the
about the desired result. Because so much truth remember, " He that sitteth in the
still remains to be accomplished, and because heavens shall laugh, the Lord shall have
there are many evils in society which it is them in derision." There never was an age
desirable to remove, we are not blind to that when those in the fore front of the army of
good which has been accomplished, and the the Lord should march up to the foe, sword
in hand, and with more resolution than at
moral victories which have been won.
present time. Our Bible and Tract
the
Attacks upon the Sabbath and the Marriage Societies are our great magazines, from which
Institution.
spiritual amunition must be supplied. They
It is a sad thought, that there are those in are suited to the emergency. The line of
this, as in other portions of the Christian battle extends not a few miles or leagues—
world, whose minds are so utterly perverted here and there—but around the globe. Tbe
and blinded that they will not acknowledge serried columns stand up, face to face. Ob
what good has been accomplished by thsv the one side, the avowed advocates of idolaBible, and who, if allowed, would overturn try, superstition, infidelity, atheism, and aU
the very foundations of Christianity. They the protean forms of error, present a bold and
Ccesar the things that are Cesar's." But
Ctcsar should never imagine that it is any
condescension for him to acknowledge that
the Bible precepts are all more obligatory
than human laws, or that a human law is not
to be obeyed if it manifestly conflicts with
the revealed will of God, as made known by
His Son Jesus Christ; for in the language
of my text, " Out of His mouth goeth a sharp
sword, that with it he should smite the
nations." When the laws of even Christian
nations conflict with the Bible, the Word
of God—the sharp sword," must smite
through all barriers. We claim for the Bible
higher authority than Kings, Presidents and
Diplomatists can claim for Justinian, Vattel,
Puffendorf, Grotius, Blackstone, or Wheaton.
When the King and Chiefs of these islands,
more than twenty years ago, in council
assembled, passed a decree that no law should
be enacted in conflict with the Bible, they
enunciated one of the most correct and soundest principles of legislation ever set forth by
human lawgivers. Suppose they did pass
this decree at the suggestion of Mr. Richards,
whom they had chosen to be their teacher in
civil and political duties, then are we bound
to honor the memory of the Christian missionary, and admire the docility and teachableness of the King and Chiefs, who evinced
such admirable good sense and sound wisdom.
The lawgivers of older and more civilized
nations may, with propriety, follow their
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THE FRIEND. JULY,IB 12.
defiant front; but ogposed to them, are the
friends of the Bible.
The One Main Point of Attack Divine
Revelation.
While there is skirmishing and fighting all
along the " perilous edge of battle," between
the combatants, there is one especial point of
attack—Divine Revelation. Amid the dust
and clouds, smoke and confusion, can you
nor discern that citadel ? It is Divine Revelation. Around it the contest is sharp.
Recently, seven divines of the Church of
England, have made a renewed attack upon
it! In that citadel there is a determined
band of tesolute warriors. Upon their standard is emblazoned the Cross. They are
armed with the sword of the Spirit, which is
the Word of God, a sharp sword ! If the
enemy is ever subdued, this is the weaoon
that must do the work—this the instrument
that must do the execution. This is the
true Monitor which is to batter down all
the works of the enemy. Within its ironclad apartments the defenders of Divine
Revelation are safe. " No weapon thnt is
formed against thee shall prosper." The enemies of the truth have for ages directed their
deadliest aim against this tower of strength,
but it stands, and will stand, forever!
The Defenders of the Truth called upon to
Wage an Aggressive Warfare.
is
It not merely a defensive warfare which
we, as Christian soldiers, are now called
upon to wnge with the enemies of the truth.
No, we are in duty bound to make the present an aggressive campaign. Vigorous blows
must be given. We must show that there
are blows to give as well as blows to take.
The sword of the Spirit must be kept sharp,
and it must be wielded with a vigorous arm
and a resolute mind. Christianity must not
be supposed capable of standing upon a mere
equality, or common level, with idolatry or
the forms of belief among infidels and skeptics in Christian lands. These are to be
assailed and smitten down by the sword
going forth out of the mouth of Him seen
riding forth in apocalyptic vision,and having
upon His thigh a name written, " King of
Kings, and Lord of Lords."
Our Position.
No unimportant work is assigned to Christians upon the Hawaiian Islands. Our numbers may be few, but our position is most important. This is an outpost in the frontier
of civilization and Christianity. Our position is central in the broad Pacific. Honolulu is a center whence radiate lines of communication to every point of the compass.
Seamen have gone out from this port, taking
with them copies of the Bible in seven or
eight different languages. More than fifty
copies of the New Testament have recently
one forth from our Depository, to be read in
span and up the Amoor river.
During the twenty years which it has been
my privilege to labor among seamen in
Honolulu,l have sold and donated over 7,500
Bibles und 6,000 Testaments, in ten different
languages, besides a large number of Christian tracts and books, of which I have kept
no special record. Our Bible and Tract
Society contemplates not only foreign distri-
—
sone5
bution, but we are also aiming to publish
religious tracts in the Hawaiian language.
Several tracts have been issued during the
past year. It is our wish and purpose to
prosecute the work more vigorously during
the coming year. For this purpose you will
be invited to make a contribution. It is a
privilege which I hope you will all improve.
Let no one calculate how small a sum he
may contribute, and feel that he has discharged his duty, but rather let us generously
forward this enterprise. Every dollar goes
directly to promote the object which our
Society has in view. Unless we are willing
to labor in this work, and contribute according as God has given us the ability, we shall
be denied the privilege of joining in that
shout of triumph which will eventually go up
from our redeemed and ransomed world.
Rest assured, the day of final victory is
rapidly approaching. The onset was never
more vigorous upon the powers of darkness
and those in league with Satan. It is a
question merely of time. The world is yet
to be brought bark to its allegiance to God.
It is a rebel province, and must be conquered.
The rebels are yet to be driven from every
stronghold. God had said—"For the earth
shall be full of the knowledge of the Lord, as
the waters cover the sea." The heathen
have been given to the Son of God for His
inheritance, and the uttermosts part of the
earth for his possession. The Lord Jesus
Christ is now taking possession ofthis world.
His rightful inheritance He will yet obtain.
His title thereto has been signed, and issued
from the court of Heaven. Onward ! let us
press forward in the work before us, until the
set time to favor Zion shall come. Then,
THE FRIEND.
JULY 1, 1862.
Late American News.—By the arrival
of the schooner Fanny and bark Boreas, both
from San Francisco, we have telegraphic
dates from Washington to June 7th. The
intelligence generally is interesting and gratifying to all true Americans. A battle was
fought near Richmond, May 31 and June 1,
which resulted in the defeat of the Rebels.
The loss was heavy on both sides. Citizens
were leaving and stores being removed from
Richmond, but it was thought another battle
would be hazarded by Jeff. Davis, to save the
Confederate Capital. Reports speak of a
number of Federal gunboats at Richmond.
If this be so, the would-be-great southern
leader is about done for.
—Beauregard, finding himself likely to be
entrapped at Corinth, by the Union army,
evacuated the place on the SJ9th of Mny.
The retreat appears to have been very disorderly, as Gen. Pope succeeded in cutting
off and capturing some 10,000 of the rebels,
with arms, ammunition, &c., in abundance.
—Com. Dupont and Gen. Hunter had invested Charleston, S. C, and probably ere
this, the very nest of treason has been taken.
—Norfolk and its formidable forts have
fallen into the hands of the Federals; but
before leaving, the Rebels destroyed an immense amount of property, including the
famous Merrimac. The ship was fired and
"When one song shall employ all nations, all shall cry. blown to pieces.
Worthy the Lamb, for he was slain for us.
—New Orleans is
The dwellers in the vales and on the hills shont to
fully occupied by a
Union army; Fort Wright taken; Memeaob other.
And mountain tops from distant mountains catch the phis reported ditto; so that the Mississippi
fl/ing joy.
River may be considered open from mouth to
Till nation after nation taught the strain.
source. Boats at St. Louis were up for
Earth rolls the rapturous hosanna round."
" New Orleans and intermediate ports."
The Late Prince Albert.—An English
paper mentions an incident connected with
the last sermon preached before the Prince
and the Court at Balmoral:
The preacher was the Rev. Mr. Stewart,
of "Edinburgh. He discovered, to his great
discomfort, just ns he entered the pulpit, that
he had left at home the manuscript of the
sermon. It happily occurred to him that he
had recently written a sermon from the text,
'Prepare to meet thy God.' which he had
closely committed to memory. He accordingly preached the sermon in question with
fluency and power. Her Majesty and the
late Prince Consort were so much struck with
the discourse, that they sent a message to the
preacher, expressing the pleasure with which
they had listened to it, and requesting to be
favored with a sight of the manuscript. The
manuscript was, of course, at once forwarded
to the Court, and immediately afterwards a
second message was sent to the preacher by
the Queen and the Prince, desiring that the
sermon should be published. It has been so,
and is in extensive circulation in Scotland.
an awful appropriateness there was in
text, ' Prepare to meet thy God.' so far
as iregards the late lamented Prince."
Kbat
A Rebel Letter.
The following is one of the letters found
in the rebel camp after the Pea Ridge battle.
It is from a Louisiana Major to his sister, a
resident of New Orleans, and bears date,
Little Rock, Feb. 27, 1562.
Dear Sister Carrie:—You asked me, in
your last letter, what I thought of our dearly
beloved cause. To be candid, I have little
hope for its success now, though last December I felt confident we would be recognized
before the coming June. I don't like the
Yankees a bit; I have been educated to hate
them, and I do hate them heartily; but I
must acknowledge the South has been sadly
mistaken in their character. We have always believed that the Yankees would not
fight for anything like a principle; that they
had no chivalry, no poetry in their nature.
Perhaps they have not; but that they are
brave, determined, persevering, they have
proved beyond question*.
The trouble with them is, that they never
get tired of anything. They lost all the
battles at first, and after Manasses we despised them. This year has inaugurated a
new order of affairs. We are beaten at all
points. We do nothing but surrender and
�THE FRIEND, JULY, 18 6 2.
The following notice of Mr. Heco, we
evacuate; and while I hate the Lincolnites
more than ever, I respect them—l can't help copy from a late Evening Bulletin :
it for their dogged obstinancy, and the slow The Story of Joseph Heco, the Japanbut steady manner in which they carry out ese.—Among the late arrivals from the
their plans.
Eastern States was Joseph Heco, who,
I have lost heart in our cause. There is although a Japanese by birth, is an Amer-
something wrong—somewhere. Jeff. Davis
and ourpolitical leaders are either knaves or
fools. They drew us into our pre«ent difficulties, and now have no way of showing us
out of them.
If the South had known what would have
been the result of secession, no State, unless
South Carolina, would have gone out of the
Union. We all thought we could go out in
peace; I know I did, and laughed at the
idea of the North attempting to keep us in
the Union by force of arms. It was not possible, we said. We had too many friends in
the Iree States. Such a step would be followed by a revolution in the North, and the
turning of old Lincoln and all the abolitionists out of office.
0 well, it can't be helped, Carrie. We
are in for it. It is too late to retreat. We
I cannot
must fight the thing out.
help believing we will be overpowered. We
are growing weaker every day, and the North
stronger. I fear to look at our future. We
can't be subjugated, we all say. I hope rot;
but if we do not fly the country, I fear we
will experience something .like subjugation.
Maybe I'm gloomy to-day ; I reckon I am.
Who wouldn't be? I intend to fight as hard
as I can, but I don't see my way out. » * *
Tear up this letter. Don't let mother, or
father, or any of our relatives see it. I have
expressed my heart to you because you are
my dear sister, and I always tell you what I
• • •
believe.
Editorial Remarks. —The whole story of
Southern Rebellion, in a nut-shell. Jeff.
Davis and his associates, either " knaves or
fools." Perhaps both ! The South is beginning to understand the true character of the
North. It is gratifying to see reason returning. There is no fear for the Union, so long
as those in rebellion respect the Federal
troops and public officers for their bravery,
patriotism and perseverance. A better time
is surely coming.
Joseph Heco, Esq.
It affords us pleasure to meet again this
gentleman. He is young in years, but old
in adventures. We learn from him that he
has been appointed interpreter to the U. S.
Consul at Kanagawa, and is now proceeding thence' te enter upon his duties. His
sympathies are unmistakably with the North
in the great struggle. During his last visit
to America, he spent several weeks in Baltimore, where he had ample opportunity to
become acquainted with the sentiments of
Secesh! He is taking with him plans and
specifications of iron-clad vessels of war, for
the information ofthe Japanese Government,
which will doubtless induce trie Japanese to
countermand the order which they have sent
to the United States for building a first-class
gun-boat after the old style.
ican by education and citizenship, and has
been from time to time, during the last ten
years, a resident of San Francisco. Mr.
Heco's adventures have been so varied and
curious, that we have requested him to give
us a slight sketch of his history. He has
done so, and it forms the basis of the
following narrative, which will be found
quite interesting.
It seems that Heco's father was a wealthy
landed proprietor, residing about thirty miles
from Osaka, an important seaport in the
southern part of Japan, in which city resided
his brother, who has engaged in commerce.
Young Heco, at the age of 13, was sent to
Osaka to learn commerce and navigation
with his uncle. In the autumn of 1850, he
went in one of his uncle's junks to Jeddo.
The junk arrived safely at its destination,
discharged, and having taken in a return
cargo, sailed for Osaka via Woragawa.
After leaving the latter place, the junk fell
in with a typhoon, was disabled and blown
out to sea. After remaining fifty days at
the mercy of the waves, the wreck was fallen
in with by the American bark Auckland,
Capt. Jennings, who took off the crew (in all
17 persons) and brought them to San Francisco. They arrived here in February, 1851.
The Collector of the Port placed all these
persons on board the revenue cutter, and
wrote to the Government at Washington for
instructions as to their disposition. Government, with the laudable desire to set an
example of humanity, and to cultivate good
fellowship with Japan, sent the sloop of war
St. Marys to take these castaways back to
their own country. They accordingly embarked on board this vessel, and sailed for
Hongkong, where they were transferred on
board the U. S. steamer Susquehanna, to
await the arrival of the Japanese expedition
under Commodore Perry. After several
months of delay, Heco determining to return
to San Francisco, took passage on board the
bark Sarah Hooper, and arrived here in the
fall of 1852, He was accompanied by the
second mate, and one of the sailors The
other thirteen Japanese remained on board
the Susquehanna until the Expedition arrived,
and were then taken bfck to Japan. The
Second mate, Toro, will be remembered by
many of our readers as a porter at the bank
of Wells, Fargo & Co.
At that time Beverley C. Sanders was
Collector here, and took Heco, who was then
about 15 years old, under his protection, with
the intention of educating him, thinking that
he might some day be very useful, both to
his own country and ours. With this viewMr. Sanders took him to the Eastern States
and placed him at school in Baltimore. Heco
afterwards returned to San Francisco and
continued his schooling here, until early in
1856, when he entered the counting-house of
Macondray 8c Co., in this city, where he
remained eighteen months, and received a
thorough mercantile education.
Heco then accompanied Dr. W. M. Gwih
to Washington, in hopes of obtaining from
53
the United States Government some appointment in their service at Japan, which would
secure him from any fear of molestation from
his own countrymen. He succeeded in obtaining the position of Secretary to the Cap-
tain of the Fenimore Cooper, which vessel
was to sail from San Francisco on a surveying expedition in the Pacific Ocean and on
the coast of Japan. Owing to severe illness,
Heco was obliged to leave the renimore
Cooper at Honolulu. After his recovery he
took passaje for Hongkong in the clipper ship
Sea Serpent. From Hongkong he went to
Shanghae in the U. S. steamer Powhatan,
and thence to Jeddo in the U. S. steamer
Mississippi.
Shortly after Heco's arrival in Japan, the
Fenimore Cooper was lost, and he was left to
his own resources. He entered into business
as commission agent, custom-house broker
and interpreter, and was of great service to
our Consul at Kanagawa, owing to his knowl-
edge of the English and Japanese languages
On one occasion, a lieutenant from one o
the Russian frigates was murdered by tho
Japanese, at Yokohama. The Russian Admiral applied to the Japanese authorities for
the delivery of the murderers. Receiving no
satisfaction from the Government, be determined to destroy Yokohama; but the U. S.
Consul, Mr. Dorr, advised him to employ
Heco as mediator, which he did. Hec > not
being able to find the assassins, arranged with
the Japanese Government to compromise the
matter by ceding to Russia a portion of the
Saghalien Island, and in that way save*.
Yokohama from bombardment and destruction by the Russian fleet.
Owing to the peculiar distinctions made by
the native Japanese between Government
officials and persons engaged merely in mercantile pursuits, Heco found his "position in
Kanagawa a disagreeable one, and decided to
try his luck again in Washington. He
returned to Snn Francisco, and proceeded to
Washington, taking with him strong letters
of recommendation to tbe most influential
persons both in and out of Congress. His
visit was highly successful, and he has been
appointed Interpreter to the Consulate at
Kanagawa. This appointment enables him
to wear a diplomatic uniform, and will give
him among his countrymen a rank equsl to
that of Lieutenant-Governor of Kanagawa
owing to his being Acting Vice-Consul, in
the event of the absence of the TJ. S. Consul.
Mr. Heco informs us that he bss also the
privilege of transacting business on bit own
account at Kanagawa. There are but few
instances where a shipwrecked lad ofthirteen
has, in the space of ten years, by bis own
energy and courage, mastered a n;w language, and become thoroughly acquainted
with tbe habits and customs of a nation of
whom he had never heard before. The
future career of this young gentleman will
be watched with interest by all Americans,
and more especially by the people of this
city, among whom he has lived so long, tod
to many of whom he is personally known.
In Mr. Heco, Americans will, we believe,
alwsyt have a true and it may be s powerful
friend in Japan ; and we and all our people
most heartily wish him every success in the
commercial pursuits to which he is now tboitt
to turn hit attention in that country
�THE FRIEND, JULY, 1862.
54
Tenth Anniversary of the Ladies' Stranger'sFriend Society.
This Society held its Tenth Anniversary,
by invitation, at the Odd Fellows' Hall, on
Thursday afternoon and evening, June sth.
The apartments were beautifully illuminated,
and the entertainment bountiful, having been
conducted after tbe picnic style. The object
of the two Societies appears to be almost
identical, although the internal management
may differ. It is gratifying to know that
both gentlemen and ladies in Honolulu vie
with each other in their efforts to alleviate
suffering, relieve the distressed, and befriend
the stranger in need. While the Odd Fellows liberally support those of their own
Order, the Ladies spread their " mantle of
charity" over those whose claim is only that
they are "strangers in a strange land."
May both be prospered in their exalted and
praiseworthy efforts. From the following
report, it will appear what have been the
receipts aud disbursements during the past
ten years:
Honolulu, June 5, 1862.
To tht Preeident of the Stranger't Friend Society i
The undersigned, Treasurer of the Stranger's Friend Society, would respectfully present the following report for the year ending
June 5, 1862. By referring to the account
book of the Society, herewith transmitted, it
will appear that the Society has at this time
invested the sum of $2,250, drawing interest
at the rate of 12 per cent, per year. The
amount ofcash on hand is 8177 53, making
the available means of the Society at this
time, 82,427 53. The amount expended for
charitable objects by order of the President,
as will be seen by the uccompanying vouchers, has, for the past year, been $391 12.
The total receipts of the Society since its
organization in 1852 have been $7,513 82,
and the average annual expenditures for the
objects of the Society during that period have
been 8565 08.
With many wishes for the future prosperity of the Society,
I remain, very respectfully yours,
A. E. Austin, Treasurer.
The following are the names of the officers
for the ensuing year :
Mrs. S. C. Damon, President.
W A KICH '| Vice Presidents.
" B.
rF. Snow, J
"
Smith, Secretary.
L.
"
Austin, Treasurer.
" J. W. Brown,
Miss Alice
Directress.
-
"
Tamils Annul
Rrpwrl.
The present year terminates the first decade in the life of the " Ladies' Stranger's
Friend Society," and it would be highly proper
to take s somewhat particular retrospective
view of its history during all these years;
but unexpected circumstances have transpired
to prevent your secretary from discharging
her duties in this respect, so that a hasty
glance at the past, present and future of our
Society is all that can be achieved.
The first anniversary of the Society found
it in nometion of a fnnd of $8,000, the avails
oft Fair, which hsd been held (and most
liberally patronized by residents and seamen)
for the Society's benefit. It is well known
that that fund was already safely invested,
and the income derived therefrom has been
our largest dependence for subsequent disbursements. Fifty-seven ladies became members of the Society during the first year, and
36 persons received aid from the treasury
during that year, the amount expended for
them being 8564—the avails of memberships, work, and donations amounted to $726.
So that, although so many had received aid
to so large an amount, the treasury was " in
funds" at the end of the first year.
The second year, the memberships were
48; receipts all told, (including the balance
in treasury,) 8996. The amount disbursed to
the suffering during that year was $814, leaving a balance in the treasury of $182. Only
15 persons received aid during that yenr.but
they were mostly cases of protracted illness.
During the third year, the total receipts
were $852 49, and the disbursements to 20
beneficiaries very nearly drained the treasury.
Indeed the Society was obliged to contract a
debt of $50 to meet an urgent case, within a
very few days subsequent to its anniversary
meeting.
During the fourth year, the total receipts
were $548 25, and the disbursements $493
62A, leaving 854 62J in the treasury. There
were, during this year, an unusual number
of applicants for aid—many more than the
Society's income could possibly meet—but
the limits which regulate the prerogatives of
the American Consul having been somewhat
extended by his Government just at that
time, he was enabled to extend the hospitalities of the American hospital to several persons, who but for that, would have had no
resourse, save our society. So that, to the
best of our knowledge, no stranger within
our gates suffered for lack of needed aid.
The fifth, sixth and seventh years showed
but small variations in their receipts and disbursements of the society, the average being
about $550.
At the eighth anniversary, only 20 ladies
renewed their memberships for another year.
The receipts of the treasury department had
been $845, the disbursements $540, thus
leaving quite a surplus in hand. By a vote
of the Society, $250 of this sum was added
to the fund already at interest, thus increasing the Society's means of extending aid to
the sick and suffering stranger.
The reports of theJSecretary and Treasurer
at the ninth anniversary, showed the treasury
of the Society to be in a healthy condition,
although it had been actively employed in
its legitimate object, and had aided an unusually large number of suffering strangers
during the year.
To-day brings us the tenth anniversary of
our existence as a society. As we have
taken a rapid review of the past, our hearts
have swelled with sympathy as we have
thought of the many cases of helpless suffering that have appealed to us for aid. Not a
few of these came to our shores too much
reduced in health to receive permanent benefit. Over the lonely graves of such, the tear
of pitying strangers has fallen. Others again
have gone forth from us, restored to health
apd activity. Letters expressive of warm
gratitude have sometimes been received from
such, as well as from the surviving friends
of those who have died in our midst. In
several instances, the amount disbursed to
individual cases has been refunded to the
Society, when restored henlih enabled the
recipients to take up the labors of life again.
Our hearts are also stirred with gratitude
towards all who have aided the Society by
cheering words or substantial donations; by
gratuitous medical attendance, and by those
higher services continually bestowed by our
Seamen's Chaplain, who has knelt beside our
sick and dying, pointing them to the Savior
of the world.
A large number of ladies, who united
hearts and hands with ours at the formation
of the society, have left un from time to time
for homes in other lands. The formation of
the Benevolent Society, some years since,
almost necessarily drew somewhat upon our
numbers; although many ladies, with praiseworth zeal, continue to give their time and
labor to both societies. F'rom the interest of
the Society's fund, from avails of work, and
from donations still continued, the treasury
has been able to meet the large demands
made upon it during the year. There has
never been a year when the Society has
seemed a greater necessity in our community
than during the one just ended.
The future well-being of the Society, under God, rests with the members. Experience has taught us that in this, as in all
other useful operations, energy, promptness
and self-denial, are essential to its successful
prosecution. But the object we have in
view, will abundantly warrant a large expenditure of these qualities.
There should be n revival of interest
among us—a fresh girding ol ourselves to
the work of Christian philanthropy and benevolence. This is an important part of our
woman's mission on earth. Let us resolre
that naught save stern necessity shall detain
us from the monthly meetings of the Society;
that we will be present at the hour appointed
for the commencement of the meeting, and
that we will remember our own voluntary
pledge to pay into the treasury the sum of
twelve and a half cents at each meeting,
when we fail to spend the time in sewing for
the Society. May the list of memberships
for the new year show a large accession of
numbers. Respectfully submitted :
A. W. Smith, Secretary.
Honolulu. June 5, 1862.
Luther's Wedding-Ring.—Black & Co.
have in their store, in New York, the wedding-ring of Martin Luther. It is in capital
state of preservation—contains Luther's name
in Latin the date of the marriage, 25th
June, 1525, and the ornamental parts show
the coil, the ladder, the crucifix, the miter
and other religious emblems. It has been repaired repeatedly on the inside; and the
identity of the ring is complete. Several
documents are connected with it to prove that
it is genuine. It belongs to one of the chaplains of Gen. Blenker's division.
"Miss" vs. "Mrs."—Out of 68,000 letters
off by a regiment from Massachusetts,
while stationed in Maryland. 26,000 were
addressed "Miss" and 21,000 "Mrs." It
is rather significant of the material of the
regiment, (thirteenth,) that " Miss" receives
so large a share of its letter writing patronage. All right of eoxsne.-Boston Post.
sent
�THE FRIEND
,
JULY ,
55
1862.
ADVERTISEMENTS.
APVERTIBBMEITTB.
~ apvurtisbmbbtts.
11. W. SEVERANCE,
AUCTIONEEII.
CHASE'S
SAILORS HOME.
Ambrotype and Photographic
AND COMMISSION MERCHANT,
HONOLULU.
Will continue business at the old stand on Queen street.
B'.B-1y
J. H. COLE,
AUOriONBBR..
(SCCCKSSOa TO A. P. EVERETT.)
At his late rooms. Queen Street.
316-ly
Ofbce corner of Fort and Hotel Streets.
Next door to the Post Office—up stairs—
over the "Commercial Advertiser"
Printing Office.
TAKEN IN EVERY STYLE.
PICTURES
such as Ambrotypea, Photographs, Melaineotypes for
Lockets, A:c., Landscapes, Views of Dwellings, Ac, at reas-
-JoO-ly
HENRY ALLEN,
CIIAS. F. «UIIiLOU,M. I> ,
Late Suriteon United States Navy, late Consular Physician to CARPENTER, BUILDER AND UN
American seamen and generalpractitioner.
DERTAKER.
Office comer Kaahuuianu and Merchant streets, and residence
at Dr. Wood's Mansion, Hotel street.
I M»i:KSI(. \ Kl> BEGS LEAVE Wf
Medical and Surgical advice in English, French, Hpanish, and
l»ectfully to Inform his friends and tbe public generally,
Italian.
that having recently enlarged his premises, he is now prepared
Office hours from 11 a. M. to 2 r. a.; at other hours inquire at to do all work In theabove Hue, with dispatch and In a work467-ly
his residence.
manlike manner.
i
THE
Koa and Pine Coffins always on hand.
11. BTANGENWALD, M. D.,
PHYSICIAN AND SURCEON,
Late New York City Dispensary Physician, member of the
Medico Chlrurglcal College and of the Pathological Society
of New York.
Offlcu at Dr. Juild's Drug Store, on Fort Street. Residence In
Nuuanu Valley, opiioslte that of E. 0. Hall, Bag. OT-ly
C. H. WETMORE, M. D.
CONSULAR PHYSICIAN* SURGEON,
To sick American Seamen,and general practitioner,
N. 11.—Medicine Cheats carefullyreplenished at the
HILO
DRUG
FURNITURE
STORE.
lIKNUY ALLEN, Kort st,
Opposite the FanVly Grocery and Feed Store.
NEW AND SECOND-HAND
~ran-.
Furniture Bought at
ALLEN'S
11.
CARPENTER SHOP,
Fort St., opposite A. D. Cartwright's Feed Store.
XT KOA BUREAUS always on hand.
C. BREWER tt CO.,
Commission & Shipping Merchants,
Honolulu. Onhu.
—REFER TO—
Esq.,
Hood,
Jons. M.
JamssHumiewell, Esq., 1
Charles Briwrr, Esq., S
B. A. Peirce, Ea,.,
J
Messrs. McßcerK Merrill, [
Obas. Wolcott Brooks, Esq., (
Mauss. Wa. Pustaij i Co.,
Messrs. Pirle, Hubbell k Co
878-ly
ALLEN aY
«
NEW AND SECOND-
hand Furnitureof every description, uJ
nwlll constantly on hand, and for sale at Mf
I' low prices.
'T'
■EjipiSg I
chas. B. lost.
sherxa* rici
REPAIRED.
Jobbing done on reasonable terms.
•-•»•
•Second-hand
HILO, HAWAII, S. I.
6-tf
IrhbhhHresewrA.
onableprices.
ALSO ON HAND—A good nssortment ofFANCY CASES,
[7- tf]
FRAMES, 4>c.
H. L. CHASE.
DR. J. MOTT SMITH,
DENTIST.
S^bESBBsS*.
GALLERY!
H. I.
CIIAS. WOLCOTT BROOKS, W. FRASK HDD, EDWARD
(HAS,
*
New York.
r. HALL,
JR.
W. BROOKS & CO.,
ibbbbbbbbbb!
THE
SAILORS' HOME, BTJII/T AND
owned by tbe
Honolulu Sailors' Home
Society," has recently been placed under the management of the undersigned. They hope, by striot
attention and fidelity, to merit the patronage of tbe
seafaring community. The House has I een built and
fitted up in a style to suit the wants of Officers and
Seamen who are spending a few weeks on shore, or
wish to remain for a single night, or a single meal.
Shower Baths on the Premises.
Ship Masters and Agents, while putting their vessels under repairs, are respectfully invited to send
their crews to tbe Home, where every attention will
be paid to their comfort.
Officers' table, with lodging, per week,.
96
Seamens' do. do.
do.
do.
6
CAPTAIN AND MRS. OAT,
Honolulu, Maroh 1, 1861.
Managert.
Commission Merchants,
Francisco.
Hongkong.
"
THE BEBT IN USE !
WHEELER & WILSON'S
FIRST PREMIUM
Family Sewing Machine**!
SHIPPING AND
Boston.
bP
VARYING FROM »60 TO tllO,
According
PRICES
KoMwood Cases, highly finished or plain with Full Plated
to style.
Pearled Machines of various style, and prices.
123 Sansome Street, San Francisco, Cal. andThe
practical working
every
guarantied.
Manila.
of eachand
machine
Each machine is accompanied by a fall set of tools ; being all
thatis necessary for the adjustmentand working of the machine
warding and Transhipment of Goods ; the Chartering: aud Sale Also, fulland complete printed directions in English, Spanish,
of Vessels {the Supplying of Whaleships; and the Negotiation French or German.
CALL AND EXAMINE THE NEW IMPROFBMENTS
of Exchange.
Office and Salesroom, corner of Montgomery and Sacramento
Exchange on Honolulu iv sums to suit.
Street*, San Francisco
6-tf
H. G. lIAYDIN, A-3«ns
ADVANCES MADE ON CONSIGNMENTS.
PARTICULAR
ATTENTION GIVEN TO
the Purchase, Shipment and Sale of Merchandise ; to For-
111 ICIC 1 I I
BCCCBBSORS TO
(leorge W. Macy,
KAWAIIIAE. HAWAII,
Will conUnue the General Merchandise and Shipping busines
at theaboveport, where they are prepared to furnish the
REFER TO
Justly celebrated Kawaihae Potatoes, and such other re
Jas. Hounswsll, Boston.
r. Snow, Esq., Honolulu
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ARRIVALS.
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J**f 4-Asa ship Annie Kimball, Marsh, 40 days from Otago,
N. fc, via Tahiti, with 05 passengers Tor Victoria,
Y. I. Baited again next day.
•—-A clipper ship passed this port with all sail set. She
did oat stop or commun cate with the shore.
11—Am hark Speedwell, Com. I'aty, 14 days from San
Fraoclsoo.
11—Haw stoop Louisa, Bent, from Palmyra and Washington Islands, with a largequantity of fishand some
btche le mer.
14—Am clipper ship Phantom, Bargent, 14 days from San
Francisco, en route for China, Sailed again same
day.
DIED.
Old and
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17—Am bark Phillip Ist. Oskmsn, 30 days from Puget
Sound en route for Bhanghae, with a cargo oflumbar. Balled again next day.
St—Am sch Fanny, Turner, 17 daya from Ban Francisco.
en route for Shanghae. She aent the U. S. mall
Information Wanted.
ashore, and sailed again same day.
J7—Hamburg bark Boreas, Nagel, 11 day* from San
Respecting George Knolllnn belonging to Leominster Mace,
Vraocisoo.
He left the United States in 1867, and serv. d as a seaman, two
17—Abj sch Toando, Gardner, 34 daya from Teekalet,with years, on board the "Arab," Capt. Grennell. Please commu111 M ft rough .umber, 24 pkgt salmon, to Messrs. nicate with Mrs. Harriet Knolltoo, Leominster, or the editor of
IlackMd e> Co.
the Friend.
Respecting Jamea H Rice, wholeft Hartford, Ct., In 1354,
tt-Aa. bark A. A. Btdridge, Bennett, ll* <I»J» fro™ San
Francisco, stood offand on, and sailed again same and sailed the same year in the ship *• William Tell." He left
day for China.
the ship in New Zealand. A sailor was discharged at Honolulu
30th Oct., 1857. Can any of our readers inform us whether
this man is the one referred to? Any Information, will be gladDEPARTURES.
ly received by the editor or Mr. 11. C. Rice, of W-lllmantic, Ct.
Respecting Mr. Oeorge F. McKnight, on board whaleshlp
■ Mary Wilder." He will obtain news from friends by calling
Jan- 3—Haw wh brig Kohola, Brummerhop, for the Arctic.
3—Am chip Lotos, Leckie, for Hongkong.
ui-on the Seamen's Chaplain. Please communicate with Mrs.
14—Am bark Yankee, Claxton, for San Francisco.
McKnight, Worcester, Mass.
IV—Am mlrsionary brig Morning Star, Uelett, for the
Reepectin: Katkan S. Gibba. He was on board the Mon
Ulerooealan group.
tecuma" at Honolulu in iB6O, and was discharged here In 1860,
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Respecting Henry Bowera, of San Francisco, who left bark
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17 Ship Anni* Kimball, Marsh, anchored off this port on Mrs R. 11 Lambert, of San Francisco, or the Kdltor of Friend.
Respecting William D. Bently. belonging to Philadelphia.
Thursday last, from Otago, New Zealand, bound to Victoria, Y.
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I, with M iwi—agen stopped here for fresh supplies. She He last wrote, in 1860, from Honolulu.
communicated
to the Kdltor of the Friend, or to Wright,
put Into Tahiti, aad remained there four days. On sighting
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Respecting Oliver R. Gilt, of N. Andover, Mass. He left
eight days detention, the made the passage to Honolulu in 41
the hark Martha last Noveml>er.
sailing days.
Respecting Peter Parris, bom in Syracuse, N. V., and Is now
jy Sloop Louisa, Bent, reports—Left Honolulu March 23,
andarrived at Palmyra Island April 0, after a pleasant passage twenty-throe years old. He has been absent from home six
years.
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down. Next called fur Washington Island, and arrived there
New York.
on the 14th. Alter leaving tbe latter place, experienced light, or by hismother, Mrs. Catharine Welch, Syracuse
Respecting
Mr. A/onxo Pearaall,htlonging to Ship Chandler
northerly winds for eight days, with occasional heavy rain
squalls ; after that had the wind from N.K. to N.N.K., which Price. He will find a letter with the Kditor of the Friend.
lasted to within 200 mils of this port. In lat. 4° to 9= N., Information is sought by Mr. Willett P. Wheston, 26 Stantou
long. 158 ° to 100° W., (band a westerly current running at the street. Brooklyn, L. I.
Respecting Paul Steinberg, of Sagan, In Silesia, left 1847,
rate of 20 knots In 34 hours. (T) Capt. B. has been over the
came locality several times during tbe last five years, but inship Gellert, Capt. Ihlder, from Hamburg for Adelaide,andhaa
always found an easterly current. In creasing this time, he never been heard of. Ananxious mother longa tohear from him.
Respecting Hartwell B. Martin, belonging to Bruoksfield,
was almost becalmed the greaterpart of the time, with much Mass.
He was last heard from on board chip Julian, Winegar.
heavier rain than ha experienced on any previous occasion.
the Captain of this ship visit Honolulu, he is requested
Should
NiwcAvrta, fab. 1—Arrived bark Nile, G. 8. Keyte, master, to
call upon the Kdltor of the Friend.
from Sydney, to load for Adelaide.
Respecting Emeraon Start\ey,ut Rehoboth, Macs. He left
The Britishbark Launcriroa.Capt. W. H. Hayes, arrived at a whaleshlp at the Sandwich Islands, sick, in 1842. Any Intel*
Sourabaya (Java.) early in August, with a cargo of coals, from ligence will be gladly received by the Kdltor, or Bradford Cummlngs, North Rehoboth, Mass.
the Australian Colonies—both vessel and cargo belonging, apparently, so the captain. Having cold tbe coals, Capt, Hays
Respecting Samuel B. Dodge, a son of Elizabeth Dodge, of
procured a satisfactory charter from the Factory, to load sugar, East Cambridge. He was at the islands, six or seven years
cotfee aad rice at the coast porta not far distant,and proceeded aince. Should he call upon the Chaplain, he will find a letter.
to those ports la take to cargo. While loading, statements highRespecting William Smith, a sailor during last season on
ly prejudicial to hla character, pebaohod In the Singapore board the bark Florence. Information may be sent tohis friends
papers, reached Batavta, and ceased asech uneasiness. Ills In Bro iklyn. New York, or to the Kditor of the Friend.
ship's papers, however, were foend In order, and upon applicaRespecting Mr. Charlea Button, belonging to Columbia.
tion to the public authorities It was ascertained that nothing Tolland County, Connecticut.
ssncssl eoasd be done la the premiere. Capt. 11. was therefore
Respecting John tinker, who belongs to Buffalo, New York.
leqacstcd to return to Batavta, and clear himself of the imputaHe left home in 1852, but was last heard from In 1860. Any
tions against bias, before proceeding on hie voyage, which he information will be gU.ily received by his parents, or the Kditor
declined to do, stating, very coolly, that be did not care about of the Friend.
m*
any awn freight—had enough already on board to pay the
fflw Portland, Feb. 17,1861.
smcccl of hla übartor and, warn his lay daya were out, would
Ma. Dano 5, DkJta Sir:—By the request ol tbe friends of
uiooesrl oa hie voyage. This ■■■■age bat i-.creased the*alarm John A Harvey, whom theysuppose is on board ol some whaler
of the Factory and underwriters, and, taken la connection with In the Pacific, will you please advertise for him, and request
other cirram clcan is ofa suapicitma netare, determined them so htm to communicate with his friends or with you. It will be
propose to Capt U. thatho should discharge tbe cargo he had a great satisfaction to them.
an board apon aaymeal of fall irrighl, and give up the voyage.
Should you gain any Information from him, you will do a
To this the captain, ccccnlsrl, and was to proceed to a neighbor- I great favor by writing to C. C. Harvey, of New Portland,
ing port sswignaiad far that narpeM Jbest at latest dates he apMaine.
Yours respectfully, Cirr. Juiiv D. Willard.
pears la have gone ea* ahoavHber. having received £100 of hie
agents, and a cargo worth 100,000 guilders.
CAHBLESrORTB, NtUR StCLBT, YoRKSRIRI, )
England, Feb. 14,1861.
Diar fiiß;—My husband's brother having, in the course of
his occupation as a *>aflor, Recently touched at tbe Sandwich
PASSENGERS.
Islands, tells me that while his ship was there, a man of
the name of Newton supplied them with provisions He also
trees Baa faawcraco—per Ipwsdwsll, Jane 11-Mr. Thoaaaa directed me to you as a gentleman who
would perhaps kindly
kencer end son. C U Uwen,wMs and son, Mrs J Cannon, Mrs assist me in making inquiries, eitherby advertising
in the papers
0 Wstssmaa, Joweph lleoo, J Whlulde, or otherwise, as to whether there were still any persons
r lash, Mrs IMB.la. DMcDonald,
on tha
MariaBrown, Mary
G W VoUaei, 0 T Plnkham, W aland or islands of that name.
Ksssm, Jas lliphsni, Ceraeilas W Isasdlet, Ira Steward, Ah
I bad three brothers of the names of William, Abraham and
11, Ah Too, Ah Un-tt
•sac Newton, all sailors, but the family has not heard from
for las ruaotaco—per Taakee, Jeae 14—11 Ilaekfcki and Ither of them for eighteen years.
wlfs, Mrs Waa HilMwaad A son, Mrs aidwares sad I children.
The lest letter we received, Informed us that they were at
MrsTbos Hobroo aad eeiat, Hey C T MUas, Mrs foster and S Valparaiso, and that they were going to the Island of Otabelte,
otilldren, Mlas Baaaw Issllh. MiesKale Grey. Oeonrs C aiders. I think,) and certainly the Sandwich Islands.
T> Vaster aad son, Capt ST Dudley, T ■ Danes, James Lowe,
The mention by brother-in-lawof the man by the name of
11 Dona, A Muleo—aw
Newton, at Honolulu, leads me to hope that he Is probably my
far Mrcaosasia—per Morning tur, Jeae IS—Mrs A A Starbrother.
It would be a great comfort to myself and family if
ke ar«l nhlldren ; Hey II Kapall aad wee, D P Aeteai and
yon would kindly be at the trouble of inquiring for us fil pracwin, (Hawaiian ■ IHnirtsß)! Martha. (Mrs DaaaW, servant.) ticable) whether my brothers be alive or dead.
aad i native saw, Misseseg is Baoa
Yoar bumble servant
Eura.itr Wauov.
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Blind.
Burst alias D'Wrrr—At U.S. Hospital. Honolulu, Jane7,
Tbe following sublime and affecting production was
John 11. Banks alia* John Henry li'Vtiu, uallve of .Mount
Bethel, Northampton County, Prnn. The deceasedhad lived lately discovered among tbe remains of the great epio
several years in Honolulu, and worked at a gan and lock smith. poet, and is published in the recent Oxford
edition of
Kick—At Lihue, Island of Kauai, Hay 27, William H. Rice,
Milton's works :
aged 40 yean.
In the death of Mr. Rice, the nation has experienced a Ion
I vim old and blind !
not toon to be made up or forgotten; for in the deceased was
such a combination of excellencies as go far towards producing
Men point at me as smitten by God's frown ;
a faultless obaracter. Sympathising, kind, disinterested, possessing excellent judgment, avoiding giving offeuM by word or
Afflicted and deserted of my kind ;
deed ; he wss the man to have many friends and fewenemies.
Yet I am not east down.
The simple natives soon learned to confide in him, for 1m never
turned their ignorance or their difficulties to bis private gain ;
hence great was their a/oha to him, andgreat la their sorrow on
I am weak, yet strong ;
account ofhis death. Mr. Rice died of consumption—and durI murmur not that I no longer tee ;
ing bit lingeringlllnees, his patience and faith and cheerfulness
were surprising. " Mark the periect man, and behold the upPoor, old, and helpless, I the more belong,
right ; for tbe end of that man is peace."—Com.
Father supreme to Thee.
Mitchsir—In Honolulu, June20, John Mltchner, a native
of London, Kngland, aged about 60 years, and for 37 years a
resident of this country.
0 merciful One!
Wheu men are farthest, then Thou art most near ;
When friends pass by me, and my weakness shun.
Thy chariot I hear.
Thy glorious face
Is leaning toward me ; and its holy light
Shines in upon my lonely dwelling place—
And there is no more night.
On my bended knee
I recognise Thy purpose clearly shown :
My missionTbou hast dimmed, that I may tee
Thyself—Thyself alone.
1 have nought to fear:
This darkness is tbe shadow of Thy wing :
Beneath it I am almost sacred ; here
Can come no evil thing.
0 ! I seem to stand
Trembling, where foot of mortal ne'er hath been.
Wrapped in the radiance of Thy sinless land,
Which eye hath never seen.
:
Visions come and go
Shapesof resplendent beauty round me throng
From angel lips I seem to hear tbe flow
Of soft and holy song.
,
Is it nothing now,
When heaven is opening on my sightless eyes .'
When airs from Paradise refresh my brow
The earth in datkness lies.
In a purer clime
My being fills with rapture—waves of thought
Roll in upon my spirit—strains sublime
Break over me unsought.
Give me now my lyre !
I feel tbe stirrings of a gift divine.
Within my bosom glows unearthly fire
Lit by no skill of mine.
Ocean Telegraphs.—From Falmouth to Gibraltar the -dia
tance Is leas than 1,000 miles | trots Gibraltar to Malta the -dis
tauce is 988 miles ; from Malta to Alexandria It Is 816 miles
from Sues to Aden. 1,31(1 miles ; from Adeu In Bombay, 1,064
miles ; from Bombay to Point dc Uallc, VoO miles; from Point
dc Hall to Madras. 640 miles ; fr.an Madras to Calcutta, 780
miles ; from Calcutta to Penang, 1,'J13 miles ; from Penang to
feingapor., 381 miles} from SingaporetoUongkoug, 1,437mi1e5;
trom BlDEa,iore to BaUvla, bM miles •, from Bauvla o swan
Kiver, 1,500 miles ; from Swan River to Kin, George's Bound,
600 miles j and from King Ueorfe's Sound to Adelaide, INS
miles, trom Adelaide to Melbourne and Sydney there wilt
shortly be a telegraphic communication overland, Imas Trinity bay, in New Poundlaud tv Bermuda, the distance is 1,600
miles; from Bermuda to Inajraa the distance Is about 1,000
miles; from Jamaica to Antigua, 800 miles ; from Antigua to
Demarara via Trinidad, 800 miles i from Antiguato It- Thomas,
'ill miles; from Jamaica to Ureylown via Navy Bay, 1,000
miles ; and from Jamaica to Bslise, 700 miles. It will thus bo
seen that all our settlements, dependenciesand colonies In the
Peninsula, Mediterranean, Arabia, India, China, Australia, the
West Indies and Central America, could be joined to kngland
by shorter submarine cables than that which at |iicssnt counsel
Ireland and Newfoundland, and wilbowt their tuscewaw) say
powerful foreign state. The ergregete length of these cahsas
would be about 'JI.OOO miles, and reckoning M par oral, anr
slack, the whole length would not measure swore I wan M,(X»
miles. These cables would place Itogtand la elwost Instantaneous communication with upwards of forty misalsi, settlements and dependencies, situated 10,000 Biles apart. Is the
secure, and western hemispheres -Inmliak waver
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RIEND
HONOLULU, JUNE 2, 1862.
3Rfto Sttits, »ol. n, $o.U
CONTENTS
For June. 1802.
The Monitor and the Merrimac
Cook's Voyages
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Cleveland's Voyages
First Protestant Clergyman at the Sandwich Islands
The Manuscript of Iter. S. Greatheed
Hawaiian Anniversaries
A Poetical Diplomat
The Morning Star
Oahu College
Sewing Machines
Farewell Epistle of Joel and Hannah llean
latndaof the Slave and the Free
Hereticsand Inf.dels
Marine Journal, Markets. A;c
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THE FRIEND.
JUNE 2, 1862.
The Monitor and Merrimac.
BY AN BYE-WITNESS.
We take great pleasure in laying before
our reaaers the following graphic sketch of
the great naval battle between the Monitor
and' Merrimac. It has never before been
published, having been written by an eyewitness, and communicated in a letter to a
kind friend, who has furnished it at our
solicitation. It was not intended for publication. We are confident our readers will
peruse this letter with much interest. It is
an event of the civil war in America, which
seems destined to revolutionize all the navies
of the world—place all the nations of earth
upon a common level. All must now begin,
build anew their navies. As it has been
forcibly remarked, "The Monitor, in one
to
day, battered down the navies of the globe."
They lay at the mercy of her guns. This
shows the conquering power of a new idea.
It is, after all, true, that mind rules the world.
An idea of Ericsson—the native of Sweden,
and the adopted son of America—now " rules
the sea," and is " Mistress ofthe ocean" :
I
Cams. Bailler—Newßaaaav News.
oItJP
house, with a chimney in the center.
We all knew in tin instant what it was, and the
cry the Merrimac is coming" paused through
the whole cnuip. A very foruiidahle appearance
she presented to us, and we knew we had got
some fighting to do to gel rid of her.
As soon as she got within range of the guns of
the frigate Congress, that frigate opened on her,
as well as the battery here; but the Merrimac took
no notice of the shot, although they were falling
like hail, and kept steadily on till abreast of the
Congress, when she opened her ports and poured
a broadside into her, with terrible effect. The
Congress then returned the broadside directly
down on the Merrimac, but with still no visible
effect, and the shot only rattled down like so
many marbles. The Merrimac then kept on for
the Cumberland, which lay a short distance from
the Congress; it was now a perfect thunder of
cannon, for the Congress, Cumberland, and our
battery, were raining solid shot on the Merrimac
roof of a
naval engagesuppose you have beard
men-of-war
t, off this place,
and the iron-clad steamer Merrimac, but as some
of the accounts in the papers were not exactly as
it happened, 1 will just give you an eye-witnessdescription ofit.
It commenced about 1 o'clock on Saturday,
the Bth March. 1 had just sat down to write
when the loug roll beat, and the men all rushed
to arms. I went down to my gun on the battery
to see the cause of the alarm. I did not have to
look long, for down the river, towards Norfolk,
1 saw three rebel gun-boats coming up; in advance of these was something that looked like a
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—still she kept on for the Cumberland, running
presently into her starboard bow, and at the
same time firing a broadside into ber, which
made an awful slaughter. One ball from the
Merrimac killed sixteen men at one gun. The
Cumberland immediately returned a broadside of
120-lb. solid shot, the Merrimac being close to
the muzzles of the guns; it only had the effect of
dismounting the only gun they had in sight, and
cutting away two of her flag-staffs. The Cumberland now began to settle slowly, but still kept
firing. The commander of the Merrimac now
asked the commander of the Cumberland if he
No, never," said that galwould surrender.
lant commander, but still kept on firing. As she
began to go down faster, the commander was
again asked if he was ready to surrender. " No,"
said be, " I Till go down with my colon flying"
—and so he did.
Until the water was knee-deep on the gun-deck,
the Cumberland kept up her firing, and finally
sunk, carrying over a hundred brave and loyal
men to a watery grave. It was a terrible sight
to us to see this noble vessel disappearing from
our sight; not a sound was heard on shore as
she made her final plunge in theriver she bad so
faithfully guarded—even tbe cannon ceased their
thunder for a few minuted, and the " stillness of
death was here.",
Just before the poor Cumberland went down,
the Congress slipped her cables and ran ashore
on the point about half a mile below here.
Both of our vessels being now oat of tbe way,
three more gun-boats came down the river from
Richmond.
The Merrimac next commenced to shell our
camp, but being so near, she did not do much
harm, her shot passing over us. She then ran
down to where tbe Congress was ashore, and was
joined by tbe other six rebel gun-boats. Tbe
Congress fired a few shots in return, and then
hoisting the white flan;, surrendered.
One of the gun-boats came up to take the crew
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prisoners, but were kept off by the boys on shoie,
who fired with their rifles—so the Rebels only
succeeded in taking a very few.
The Merrimac, and all the gun-boats, commenced shelling the camp, the shot and shell
whistling over us and crashing among the trees
of the forest, and occasionally smashing our tents
and exploding near us; but the night soon came
on, the firing ceased, and the boats ran up to
Norfolk to wait till morning, when they intended
to return, capture the Minnesota and other vessels of war, shell us out, and land a force to hold
this post. They would have done it too if Ericsson's floating "battery, the Monitor, had not
arrived during the night.
As soon as it was dark, the flames broke
through the deck of the Congress (she had been
on fire below some time,) and mounted the masts
and rigging of the doomed frigate, and she was
soon enveloped in flames from stem to stern,
which cast a lurid glare over the water and on
the camp. She lay broadside to the camp.
About 8 P. M. the fire began to affect the guns,
which were loaded. It was a fearful, yet grand,
sight to see that noble vessel blazing like a huge
pyramid, to hear the booming of the bursting
guns and have the balls whizzing over our heads,
fired by no mortal hand. One of the shot struck
a schooner and sunk her near to our wharf. We
went to sleep in the midst of this sublime scene,
with the shot still flying over us. At 1 o'clock,
every man in camp was startled by the explosion
of the magazine; it shook the ground like an
earthquake; the whole firmament was filled by
the burning splinters ana eparks offire.
Sunday, the 9th, was as beautiful a day as ever
dawned on this troubled Union. We were up at
daylight, to see tbe re-commencement of thefight.
At 8 o'clock, the Merrimac, Patrick Henry and
Yorktown, came down from Norfolk to engage
and take tbe Minnesota, which lay aground off
■here; but when the Merrimac got within three
miles, the Monitor came out from behind her
and bore directly for the Merrimac—the other
two rebel boats ran off. The Rebels were vary
much surprised to see tbe Monitor; they neither
knew where it came from, or what it waa. The
Rebels fired the first shot, and thus opened the
engagement. Tbe Monitor engaged the Merrimac,
and it was a novel sight to see these two ironclad steamers firing upon each other without
serious damage to either, and all this time not a
man could be seen on either vessel. After five
hours firing, tbe Monitor drove off the Merrimac,
with some considerable damage. While they
were fighting on the river, the long roll beat in
the camp, for the Rebels had come down by Und
to within three miles of us. They were seat to
cut us off in our retreat when the JlteTrrmac
well conshould have driven us out. It was a successful.
trived plan, and came very near being
Had the Monitor been delayed a few hour*, w«
News.
should not now be at NewportSaTH
W. r»TT
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42
APPENDIX
To Mr. Pease's Catalogue of Books
upon the
Hawaiian Islands.
Cook's Voyages.
Capt. Cook made known and accurately determined the position of
the Hawaiian Island*, but was not the original discoverer. A study of
the narratives and charts of the early voyages of the Spaniards in the
Pacific, would probably restore to them many discoveries now credited
10 Inter voyagers. They were* formerly too much disregarded or ultogetheMtjriooked. Cupt. Cook appears to have had no acquaintance
fceyond the " Galleon Chart," so often referred to in works on
the Pfli I which was originally published in Lord Anson's voyage.
At the present time, however, the libraries of Europe are being diligently searched, and knowledge in all its branches is progressing quite ns
mpidly backward, if we may be allowed the expression, as forward.
Within the year past, the original discovery of Australia has been
ceded to the Spaniards, through the researches ol R. II. Major, Esq., of
the British Museum.
To some extent it is true that the Spaniards concealed or suppressed
the publication of the narratives of their early voynges, for fear of completion, or at least interference with their trade, but such of their discoveries as can now be established, could and should have been known a
century ago. The subject, however, to be fully and fairly presented,
would involve the examination of several collateral questions, and require access to large libraries. The expedition which left England under
the command of Cupt. Cook, reached home duringthe American war. The
papers and notes of those connected with it, were locked up at the Admiralty office, and the results of the voyage were not made known until the
close of the war. The sale, however, of fine furs, by the sailors and officers of the expedition, in China, on their way home, induced the English merchants resident there, to fit out Reveral vessels, for the prosecution of the trade. The first did not stop at our Islands, their position,
perhaps, not being made known. Soon after the narrative of the voyage was published, a Company was formed in London, and two vessels
dispatched, under command of Capt. Portlock, who had accompanied
Cook. The French Government also sent out an expedition under La
Perouse, about the same time. Capt. Portlock arrived at our Islands
the first by three days, and we find that at the time La Perouse was
getting under weigh at Makee's Landing, on East Maui, where he first
anchored, Capt, Portlock was passing the leeward side of Lanai, from
Hawaii, bound to Kauai, but they did not see each other. The Coast
of America soon became an El Dorado, as it has again of late years.
Americans, Spaniards, Russians, Prussians as well as French and English, entering the trade. ■ The profit of the first voyages were almost fabulous. The China market, however, soon gave out, and the fur trade
became, after a few years, settled on the same basis as it stands at present. The first published voyages to our Islands, therefore, were those
by the fur traders, next those of Survey and Discovery, and then those
withal
of Adventures and Travelers.
[B]
Cleveland's Voyages—First Protestant Clergyman.
.
This Voyage is notable for having brought the first horses to our
Islands. It has been stated, they were sent by a Spanish gentleman
from the coast, but such does not appear to be the fact. They were
purchased by Capt. Cleveland, as an intended present to H. M. Kamehameha I. On bis arrival at our Islands, he touched first at Hawaii,
but the King was at that time living in Lahaina. At the urgent request
of Mr. John Young, a mare and foal were landed at Kawaibae, June 24,
1803. Two horses remaining, were taken over to Lahaina, and there
presented to the King, who after having proved to him their use, by sailors riding them, expressed an opinion which has well nigh proved true :
"That the food and cars that they would require, would hardly counteri«lance the benefits to derived by the natives from riding." One other
rircurnstanee related by Capt. C. U worthy of note, for the reason that
too little credit, in our opinion, has been heretofore given to the early
foreign residenis on our Islnnds, for their influence in the abolition of the
Tabu system, and also that it may eventually prove that the first Protestant clergyman, resident on our Islands, was an English Episcopalian.
Capt. Cleveland's account we quote entire as follows : "As our intercourse with these Islands increased, the danger of a temporary residence on shore ceased. Among others, who at this early period took
advantage of it, was a Mr. Howell, commonly called Padre Howell, who
soon ingratiated himself into favor with the King, and being struck with
his superiority of intellect, conceived that it would not be difficult to induce him to abandon his idolatrous worship and substitute one of rationality. Accordingly he lost no opportunity, after acquiring a sufficient
knowledge of the language, to convince the Chief of the incapacity for
good or evil of his gods, and of the power and wisdom and goodness of
the Supreme Maker and Kuler of the Universe, whom he worshipped.
The first, that of the impotency of idols, was without difficulty admitted, but the second, not being tangible, could not be comprehended. His
mind, however, appeared to be dwelling on the subject with increased attention aftereach conversation. At length, one day, while walking together, the King unusually thoughtful, and Howell auguring favorably
from it, the silence was broken by the King's observing, "You say your
God is powerful, wise, good, and that he will shield from barm those
who truly worship and adore him ?' This being assented to, then said
the King, 'Give me proof by going and throwing yourself from yonder
precipice, and while fulling call on yourGod to shield you, mid if you
escape unharmed, I will then embrace the worship of yourGod.' It may
be unnecessary to say that Howell failed to give the desired test, and the
King remained unconverted."
The title "Padre," as mentioned above, was probably given to Howell
for reason of his religious life and conversation, as it was commonly applied in those dnys to all priests or ministers on the coast. We have
attempted to trace out the life of this person, with but little success. We
learn from "An Historical Memoir on the N. W. Coast of America," by
Rob't Greenhow, that he had acted as Interpreter to the Spanish Government on the coast, and was or had been an Episcopal clergyman.
He was also attached to the brig Margaret as supercargo. We find no
mention of him elsewhere, except by Vancouver. In his remarks on the
foreign residents of Hawaii, he devotes a few lines to Howell as follows :
"With Kaharceroo also resided a person by the name of Howell, who
came to Owhyhee in the capacity of clerk on board the Wuafcington.
He appeored to possess a good understanding, wilh the advantages of en
University education and had been a clergyman in England, but had
now secluded himself from European society."
We should be pleased to receive further information in regard to the
above person, particularly from those who may have access to the Catalogues of the English Universities.
[C]
The Manuscript of Rev. S. Creatheed.
We have in our possession, a manuscript work on the Saadwich
Islands, compiled by the Rev. S. Greatheed, of Newport Pagnel. It was
propably written about the commencement of the present century, as
the latest date mentioned in it is 1796.
In Campbell's work on Christian Missions, we find a short sketch of
our author's life. He was a founder and one of the most active members of the "London Missionary Society," and Editor of tbe Eclectic
that it was written for
Review. We infer, from remarks in
the purpose of proving the feasibility Mptablishing a Mission at our
Islands. He appears to have consulted, in addition to published voyages,
several persons who had visited our Islands, and consequently furnishes
original information, from which we propose to give one or two extracts.
The first is an account of the murder of Capts. Brown and Gordon, with
the crews of their vessels, in Honolulu harbor, (the first vessels that ever
entered our harbor.) Several brief accounts of this aflair, ha»e been published, but they all differ. The following appears to have been derived
from credible authority, and it furnishes us a clue to an instigating cause,
which has heretofore been attributed to tbe desire of the King to obtain
possession of the vessels for warlike purposes.
"The close of the History of Woahu, as faras it has reached us, is truly
tragical and highly discouraging to any attempt of a Missionary kind
�THE FRIEND, JUNE, 1 8
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43
this Island, although it fully demonstrates the need the inhabitants board, before dark, they cleared the ships in ten minutes, the King, the
are in of evangelical instruction. Capt. Brown, in the Jackall, accom- Queen, three other women and one man alone remaining, whom they
panied by Capt. Gordon, in the Leeboo, anchored in the reef harbor of confined in the cabin. The native:, had cut the cable after jumping
Honununu, (which had been discovered and named by Capt. 8., Fair overboard, but the sails of both vessels being immediately set, they
Haven,) Nov. 21, 1794. Taetere immediately acquainted hnn that the steered to the southward, with a light breeze, till day-break. They
Island was invaded apparently by the former revolters of Attowae, and then tacked and when within five leagues of shore, they put the King,
requested his assistance to repel them. Capt. 8., as was common, fur- Queen, and their male attendant into a canoe, which they had towed
nished him with arms and ammunition, and was so incautious, in these astern, and bore up for Owhihee, to procure necessary provisions, where
circumstances, as to land his rigging and stores. The enemy advanc- they left the three women from Woahu."
We add one other extract from the above work; a detailed account
ing within five miles of the harbor, and threatening if they prevailed,
to attack the ships, Capt. B. consulted his people, and Mr. Geo. Lam- of the loss of the brig Arthur, Capt. Barber, (from whom Barber's
port, mate of the Jackall, with eight others, agreed to join Taetere's Point takes its name.) It appears to have been related to the author by
forces, to repulse the enemy. In the first engagement the natives de- the Captain himself.
serted them, and one of the English was killed, and the rest narrowly
•'The Snow Arthur, commanded by Henry Barber, which had refreshed
escaped to the canoes. Several actions afterwards took place, but on at these Islands, toward the close of 1794, in his voyage from Bengal,
the 12th December they obtained a complete victory, with great slaught- by Port Jackson, to N. W. America, and thence to China, returned to
er, and returned the 13th, after six days absence from the ships.
Woahu on his second voyage from Bengal by the same route, in Oct.,
The Chiefs and people of the island behaved with the greatest cordial- 1796. Having taken in refreshments at Whititte Bay, he sailed from
ity till Jan. 1, 1795. Most of the Jackall's crew, and part of the Ija% thence, the last of that month, at 6, P. M., intending to stop at Attowi.
boos, were then on shore, killing and salting pork, in the forenoon About ten minutes past 8, the vessel struck upon a coral shoal, lying
Capt. Brown sent Mr. Lamport with four sailors, likewise on shore, to two leagues off the South West of Whititte Bay, not above half a mile
from the reef that lines the shore. The shoa! appeared to be about an
purchase more salt.
The vessels thus being left nearly defenceless, in a small reef harbor, acre in extent, and had twelve feet water upon it. A light breeze from
which could only be entered or quitted by warping, afforded an easy the land blew at the time, and the vessel answering the helm, at first it
prey, and an irresistible temptation to the ambition of Taetere and his was hoped that she had cleared the reef, but she immediately struck
Chiefs. Capt. Barber, who was wrecked at Woahu at the close of this aoain, and then went over on her larboard beam.' There being a good
year, understood from John Young, that Capt. Brown had prevailed up- deal of swell, she was in a short time hove within the breakers. Every
on the natives to surrender the Island to him, and to supply him a long rolling swell went over her, and the water went down thj§ hatchway, in
time with procisions, with flattering promises, none of which being ful- great quantities and rushed into the cabin windows. It appearing imthe
filled, the Islanders determined to seize the ships by way of idemnity. Be- possible to save the vessel, they happily succeeded in launching
sides Mr. Lamport's boat three of the island canoes had been engaged boats off the decks without bilging. The second mate with seven of
in getting salt. Instead of following him to the place appointed for col- the crew got into the long boat, with the design of remaining under the
lecting it, Tomohomoho armed the people in them, boarded the two de- lee of the vessel, but they'were soon drifted out of sight and hearing.
fenceless vessels, killed both the captains, and overpowered the others Capt. Barber with the rest of the crew, in all 14 persons, got into the
on board, after wounding thetn in the conflict. At the same time the small boat, without being able to take anything out of the ship except
men on shore were overpowered by a multitude of the natives, and when the log book and the compass that was in the binnacle, the water at
Mr. Lamport arrived at the place appointed, his boat was attacked and that time rushing over the combings of the hatchway. The sea almost
himselfand the crew knocked down and cruelly treated by the mob, till immediately broke over the small boat and only two of the people in
they gave up resistance. They were then led captive to a hut about a her, besides Capt. Barber, were able to swim to the long boat, the situamile distant, where they learned the murder of their captains, and other tion of which they discovered by hearing the shouts of their comrades
events. They were stripped, and remained one hour and a halt in ex- having been happily drifted nearer to her by the sea, which sunk the
pectation of death, till they were freed from it by an order which Taetere small boat. They vainly attempted to find the others, five only of
sent to spare them and conduct them to the village of Honununo, where whom escaped by cleaving to the boat for some hours, during which time
the ships laid. There they found Capt. B.s body stripped and tied by they were knocked about through the breakers and surf, and much
shore, where the peotie hands and feet to a pole. The following day Mr. L. was sent for bruised by the rocks, but at length were hove on
by the King, who was on board the Jackall, and being required to fit the ple in the long boat found them upon landing next morning. The
vessels for sea, in order to attack Owhihee, he thought it prudent to con- other six persons were never heard from. To the best of my recollecsent. He and several of the seamen were accordingly sent on board, tion, Capt. Barber said that during the night they rowed some distance
upon the 3d of January, and performed the necessary work, under the to westward and landed near the S. W. Point of the Island, and that
the next morning they rowed back to the wreck, and landing abreast of
eyes of Tutubure and Tomohomoho, who treated them very kindly.
The ships' guns, nine in number, from 2 to 6 pounders, were placed it, found their shipmates there in company with Young and the naon shore, and directed toward the ships, at a distance of only 60 yards tives. Capt. B. rewarded the native* with ornaments and tools, claimfrom them. The passage out of the harbor, did not admit af any at- ing the whole that they brought as his own property. The people betemptto escape by night. But on the 11th, the King, being informed ing very numerous, going continually to and from the wreck in their
that all was ready, sent the cannon, musketry and ammunition on canoes, and always bringing something with them, much was saved.
board, and embarking with his chiefs, the two vessels were warped out of while it was possible to obtain it. Capt. Barber encamped with hrs
the harbor and anchored in Whitete Bay. The next afternoon, Mr. people abreast of the wreck. John Young being happily then at WoaBonallack, mate of the Leeboo, coming on board the Jackall, agreed with hu, upon a visit to the relations of the woman who lived wrm him as
Mr. Lamport, to attempt retaking the ships at 11 o'clock that night. his wife, exerted himself both to encourage the activity and to restrain
The Leeboo took the lead and succeeded. Mr. Lamport hearing before the cupidity of the natives, whose good conduct appeared wholly to dethe appointed hour the report of a pistol from that vessel, ran from the pend on his influence. The greater part of her cargo of furs and a
cabin on deck, called to his men below, that death or victory must issue large quantity of the vessel's stores, were saved. The wreck having
in five minutes, and with only three of them armed, attacked twenty- gone to pieces, Young accompanied Capt. 8., and four of the crew, to
three armed Indians on the quarter deck; reserving their fire till close Owhihe, Nov. 6, and returning with the King's schooner took the
at hand, and then falling upon them with the butt end of their muskets, rest, with the second mate, and all the goods'that had been saved,, with
To b# oontlßa^.
which soon broke. Of forty-twev Natives, whom they had counted on which they reached Owhibe, the 27th."
at
,
Sailors.—lt is estimated that more than
million of men are engaged in a seafarng life. There are 300,000 men in English
vessels; 150,000 American seamen engaged
n foreign commerce, and nearly the same
number on our inland waters. In the whalefishery there are 20,000, and from 20,000 \o
30,000 in the navy. Nearly half of the whole
number are accessible to truth in the English
language.—American Paper.
two
Corn for Fuel.—lt is a singular fact,
says a St. Louis paper, that on a certain portion of the Illinois prairies corn is being used
is lieu of coal, and found an excellent substitute. In the districts referred to corn is
13} cents per bushel, and coal is 12 to 17
cents. Not only is the difference in price in
favor of the corn, but a bushel of it gives
m
tie
hint tlisn a hifhcl of coal.
Science Reliable.—The practical usefulness of scientific observations was once
shown by a prediction of Admiral Fitzroy of
the English navy, who, three days before a
gale, telegraphed its approach to the ports
on the northern coasts of England. A newspaper in one of these ports ridiculed his
warning. Three hours before the gale cane
on, a number of vessels put out to sea from
that port, but were driven back and wrecked.
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THE FRIEND, JUNE, 18 62.
THE FRIEND,
a,
JUNE
1862.
Hawaiian Anniversaries.
Hawaiian
Evangelical Association.
The meetings of this body were commenced on Wednesday, the 21st ult., at the
Stone Church. The following were the
names of those present t
From Hawaii—Rev. A. Thurston, Kailua ;
Rev. T. Coan and Rev. D. B. Lyman, Hilo.
brom Maui—Rev. Wm. P. Alexander,
Wailuku; Rev. D. Baldwin, Lahaina.
From Molokai—Rev. A. O. Forbes.
From Oahu—Rev. E. W. Clark, Rev. L.
Smith, Rev. E. Corwin, Rev. J. S. Emerson,
Rev. B. W. Parker, Rev. A. Bishop, Rev.
L. Andrews, Rev. S. C. Damon.
From Kauai —Rev. E. Johnson, and Mr.
Wilcox.
Rev. B. W. Parker was chosen Moderator,
and Rev. A. O. Forbes, Scribe.
fhe
Society.
Psalm Ixvll: I, 2. "God be merciful unto us, and cause his
lace to shineupon as, that thy way may be known upon earth,
thy sarlng health amongall nations."
The following sentiment, deduced from
this passage, was illustrated and enforced :—
" The external prosperity and enlargement of
the church, as dependent upon its internal
purity and growth."
At the close of the exercises, a contribution was taken up, amounting to $142 75,
including one contribution of $60.
Hawaiian Bible and Tract Society.
The Anniversary Sermon, before this Society, was preached on Sabbath evening,
June Ist, at Fort Street Church, by Rev. S.
C. Damon, from the text,
Revelations, six i 16—" Out of his month goeth a sharpsword
that with It he should smite the nations."
Bible-truth, the weapon with which the naions are to be subdued to Christ. At the close
of the exsjfcises, the sum of $S2 63 was contributed in behalf ofthe Society's funds.
The Treasurer's Report was read at the
business-meeting, held at the Session Room
Street Church, on Wednesday evenMay 28th.
Kort
A Peep at Mr. Brewster's School.—
Among the educational agencies operating
upon the young, in Honolulu, the school of
Mr. Brewster forms an important element
Assisted by Mrs. B. and her sister, Mr.
Brewster is aiming at a very high standard
of excellence among the juvenals, from six
to ten or twelve years of age. Obedience,
order, study, punctuality and correct deportment are manifest to the most casual observer. There will be a public examination at
The Morning Star.
It is not often that the votary of the Muses
participates in the conflicts of statesmen and
the correspondence of diplomatists. His
Majesty, in his address at the opening of
Parliament, announced that His Excellency
Sir John Bownng had been appointed Minister Plenipotentiary from the Hawaiian
Court to those of Europe. Unless we are
much mistaken, this distinguished personage
is the author of the oft-sung hymn, commencing :
" Watchman ! tell us of the night,
are
The arrival of this vessel from the Marquesas brings gratifying intelligence of the
progress of the' Hawaiian Mission on those
islands. There are now none but Hawaiian
missionaries connected with that mission.
The Rev. D. Baldwin was sent as Delegate.
He has been able to collect such facts as
enable him to make some important suggestions in regard to the conducting of the
mission. He is decidedly of opinion thnt
Hawaiian books may be successfully introduced into their schools, from the striking
similarity between the Hawaiian and Marquesan dialects. This will be an important
step, and prove a great saving of labor and
money. His visit has left a most favorable
impression upon his mind in regard to the
final success of the mission.
The Morning Star will sail in about two
weeks, to visit all the stations of Micronesia.
There is some embarrassment attending the
departure of the vessel, from the fact that no
intelligence of importance has been received
from those islands since the arrival of the
vessel, last year. News has been confidently
expected by the whaling brig Wailua and
What its signs and promise
Sermon before the Hawaiian Missionary
Rev. CT T. Mills, President of Oahu
ege, preached the Annual Sermon before
Hawaiian Missionary Society, at Fort
Street Church, Sabbath evening, May 25th,
from the text,
A Poetical Diplomat.
.
.'" &c, &c
There is scarcely any hymn more frequently
sung in the various CrSrstiun assemblies of
America, and we presume the samo is true
of England. It is found in every collection
of church pslamody. It must have been
written more than thirty years ago. While
Mr. Bowring was British Minister to China,
he frequently translated specimens of Chinese
He also published a work upon
poetry.
Siam, and another work upon Coins. He
has also the reputation of being a profound
linguist, and familiarly acquainted with most
of the languages of modern Europe. He
certainly cannot be less than " three score
and ten." Rarely is such a variety of talents
combined in the same individual, as that of
poet, linguist, diplomatist, political economist and traveler. We cannot learn exactly
what treaty-stipulations he is desirous of
securing in behalf of the Hawaiian kingdom,
but hope he may be successful. We venture
however to assert, that when Sir John
Bowring's name as Diplomatist is forgotten,
that of the author of
" Watchman ! tell us of theYnftht,"
will be remembered, and handed down to
millennial days by the harmonious choirs of
the church universal.
Facts about Bible Distribution.
Sixty-five million copies have been printed
and distributed since the organization of the
British and Foreign Bible Society in 1804.
The Bible, previous to that date, was only
printed in 20 different languages—but since,
in 157.
During the last twenty years, 6,b00 Bibles
and 6,000 Testaments have been sold and
donated at the Depository of the Hawaiian
Bible Society, in Honolulu, in 10 different
languages.
The Bible is now printed in eight different languages of Polynesia, viz: Hawaiian,
Tahitian, Rarotongan, Tongan, Samoan,
Feejeean, Aneiteum, and parts in several
other dialects.
TheTenth Anniversary of the Ladies' Stranger's
Friend Society, will be bsld at tbe Odd Fellows' Hall
on Thursday, June 6th.
Hawaiian schooner Liholiho. Serious fears
are now entertained in regard to the fate of
both of these vessels. Should no intelligence
arrive previous to the sailing of the Morning
Star, she will be expected to make special
search for them.
All persons having letters or packages to
forward to any of the station? in Micronesia,
should not fail to send them forward in good
time, before the vessel sails. We need not
intimate the joy which those self-denying
American and Hawaiian missionaries will
experience on the arrival of the Morning
Star, if well freighted with "letters"and
"packages." There is no danger of too
many letters being sent.
While our newspapers, on both sides
of the Atlantic, indulge in harsh language,
and while among the aristocracy of England
and the leading politicians, there is much unkind feeling towards Union loving Americans
in their struggle for national life and Inde-
pendence, it is exceedingly pleasant to meet
with such as the following. It shows that
there are individuals in England, whose generous sympathies flow out towards America:
We understand that the American Board
of Commissioners for Foreign Missions have
within a few weeks received several donations
from citizens of the old town of Taunton, England, amounting in all to about twenty thousand dollars. The donors wished it to be understood that this sum was a special contribution
to the Board at this time, in the supposition
that tho war would tend to diminish the receipts. This indicates not only a deep interest in the success of the Board, but a warm
sympathy for the North.- Boston Traveller.
�45
THE FRIEND, JUNE, 1812.
Oahu College.
The two days of examination, exhibition
at Fort Street Church, and the soiree at the
College premises, have all passed off in a
very gratifying manner. We most heartily
congratulate teachers, pupils, parents, patrons
and the community of the Sandwich Islands,
that possess the nucleus of an institution,
around which there are annually gathering
the gratifying evidences of prosperity and
healthy progress. We should hardly dare
to venture to comment upon individual performances or the most gratifying features of
the varied exercises, lest we should omit
some meritorious person, whose scholarship
so essentially contributed to render the whole
series of performances all that could be
reasonably desired. We may be, in the
language of Scripture, "a feeble folk" at the
Sandwich Islands, compared with the great
and populous nations of the earth, but we
find much in our schools and educational
privileges for which to be truly thankful.
Below will be found a list of instructors and
a programme of the exercises :
INSTRUCTORS.
Rev. C. T. Mills, A. M.— President and
Professor of Moral and Intellectual Philoso-
phy.
W. D. Alexander, A. M.—Professor of
Languages.
A. Hasslocher, A.B. —Instructor in French
and in Vocal and Instrumental Music.
Mrs. S. L. Mills—lnstructor in Botany,
Chemistry, and other English branches.
Miss C. A. Bixby—lnstructor in Drawing,
French, and Instrumental Music.
A. B. Lyons—Assistant Teacher in English Branches.
EXAMINATION.
Tuesday, May 21th.—1. Arithmetic, 3d
class; 2. Ca?sar; 3. Singing; 4. Botany ;
5. Conic Sections; 6. Singing; 7. Geography ; 8. French; 9. Recess; 10. Calisthenics; 11. Homer; 12. Algebra; 13. Singing;
14. Arithmetic, Ist class; 15. Chemistry;
16. Singing; 17. Compositions.
# Wednesday, 28th.— 1. Book of Nature ;
2. Arithmetic, 2d class; 3. Singing; 4. History ; 5. Geometry; 6. Singing; 7. Analysis ; 8. Virgil; 9. Recess; 10. Calisthenics;
11. Horace and Prometheus; 12. Astronomy;
13. Singing; 14. Milton j 15. Compositions.
RHETORICAL EXERCISES.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Thursday Evening, May 29th.
Singing—" Norma Cometh"—Chorus.
Declamation—Spartacus to the Roman
Envoys—A. S. Wilcox.
Declamation—Absalom—S. M. Damon.
Singing—"Spirit Immortal"—Solo and
Chorus.
" When Heaven is clear"—Duet.
Declamation—Progress
of Liberty—Alf.
Caldwell.
Poem, (Original)—Cole's Voyage of
Life—W. H. Rogers.
Singing—" Viva Amina" Sqlo and
Chorus.
Declamation—Fate of the Reformer—
—
—
9. Oration, (Original) Self-Reliance—
H. P. Baldwin.
10. Singing—" Hail Lovely Venice"—Solo
and Chorus.
11. Oration, (Original)— Waste of Mind—
J. Emerson.
12. Oration, (Original)— Study of NatureCharles T. Gulick.
13. Singing—" Oh, Robert, toi gui j'aime"—
Solo.
14. Oration, (Original)— Eloquence —H.
Thompson.
15. Oration, (Original)— Trial of Popular
Government—A. B. Lyons.
16. Singing—" All things are beautiful"—
Duet.
"Lo! the morn is breaking"—Solo and
Chorus.
The Monitor, and Wheeler & Wilson's
Sewing Machine.
The Monitor, at once, has taken her stand
as Mistress of the Seas. What the Monitor
is among vessels of war, Wheeler & Wilson's
Sewing Machine" is among all other contrivances for sewing by machinery. There
were formerly many noble specimens of naval
architecture, but they must now lower their
colors and pay their respects to the Monitor.
An equally peerless rank is now claimed for
"
Wheeler & Wilson's sewing machines. We
have just seen No. 76,792. This shows,
that the sales of this pattern must be enormous. For several years a specimen of this
pattern has been a member of our family!
The amount of work which it has accomplished is incredible to persons who are not
familiar with such institutions. Other sewing machines may have their excellencies,
but this pattern, in our opinion, stands among
all the other Yankee contrivances for sewing
and hemming just where the Monitor does
among all sea-going vessels of war. We
would call the attention of our readers to the
advertisement of Mr. Heyden, the San Francisco Agent of Messrs. Wheeler & Wilson,
of New York.
A Remarkable Frenchman.—A French-
man resolved to be rid of life, went a little
before high tide, to a post set up by the
sea-side. He had provided himself with
a ladder, a rope, a pistol, a bundle of matches
and a vial of poison. Ascending the ladder,
he tied one end of the rope to the post and the
other end round his neck ; then he took the
poison, set his clothes on fire, put the muzzle of the pistol to his head, and kicked away
the ladder. In kicking down the ladder, he
sloped the pistol so that the ball missed his
head and cut through the rope by which he
was suspended : he fell into the sea, thus ex-
tinguishing the flames of his clothes, and the
sea water which he involuntarily swallowed
counteracted the poison, and thus in spite of
his precautions, he remained unchanged, unshnr, unhung, unburned, undrowned.
Sailors for the Navy.—Since the bombardment of Fort Sumpter, 6,480 men have
been shipped in New York for the navy,
and about 29,000 at other offices—Washington, Philadelphia, Boston, Portsmouth, Buffalo, &c., making an agregate of nearly
36,000 men shipped in a little more than six
Farewell Epistle of Joel and Hannah
Bean.
,
Beloved Brethren and Sitter «/ the Hawaiian Mi—tan i
Harlag surrendered ourselves to a call which successive
years had matured and clearly developed In our hearts, as our
Heavenly father's will, to visit these Isles of theSea "in the
love and service of the Oospel of Christ." and having received
the approbation and fullliberation of our department of tbe
church, in this mission ; and now having. In themercy of Ocd
been brought t> your shores,and spent nearly a year among
you, and visited many of your houses and fieldsof labor, and
partaken largely of yourChristian liberality and kindness ; as
the time draws near for us U leave you, we tender you our
parting salutation. In the love and fellowship of the Gospel of
our Lord JesusChrist.
We have mingled with most of you In your scattered ami
Isolated homes ; we have held sweet converse together on Heavenly themes, and around your family altars; have had many
precious seasons of worship and prayer, sitting togetheron heavenly places in Christ Jems i we have witnessed the scenes of
yourlabors, and the fruits of your toil; wehave visitedchambers
of sickness, and the graves of your departed ones, and have
learned in a measure, thestory of your lives, and the dealings
of the Lent with you,and our hearts are bound to you, In that
love which overleaps the little boundaries of sect, and acknowledges that" one is our Master, even Christ," and that *' all we
are brethren."
We would acknowledge with es|iecia! gratitude the facilities
which yon have so freely extended to us, for aooese and communication to your people, and for the accomplishment of our
work in every way.
In the name of the Society of Friends we thank you for your
Christian kindness to her Gospel messengers who have come
among you. 1 trust thathenceforth you,and the gentle, confiding people, among whom you are called to labor, wldhave a
larger place In the sympathy and prayers of that Body.
We feel that a great work has been done here. In giving the
Bible, and the preached Oospel to this people. Doubtless multitudes of those who have passed away, are now gathered as
trophies of Redeeming Grace, and many now stand as witnesses
to the converting efficacy of theblood of Christ, and the sanctifying power of his spirit If much evil remains, If In the
abounding of iniquity thelove of many waxes cold, If there is
much to give solicitude and patn to the yearning heartof tbedevoted laborer, there are surely many fruits of righteousness to
the praise of God.
And the trials and discouragements which now surround,and
abound, cannot be altogether unexpected to those whose enlightened eyeshave surveyed the progress of Christianity in
the earth, and the history of this people.
Tbe lines that separate the followers aad the enemies of
Christ aaust be more clearly drawn. The steadfastness and
allegiance of the Lord's people must be proved.
In the great conflict between good and evil, the powers of
darkness," and the man of sin" will summon their legions,
and callinto action every instrumentality at their command,
that the victory of Truth maybe the more signal, her triumph
final and complete.
Hut our trust Is in the name of the Lord our God."
However formidable thehosts of evU. God, who answered by
fire" when his prophet stoodalone before the hundredsof Baal
worshippers and theundecided multitude, win stilt defendHis
cause,and bless everyagency of His own appointing.
Takecourage, dearfellow-laborers In the Lord's greatharvestfield. Thepotency of the enemies arrayed against you, presses
indeed upon you the need of ever Increasing consecration to
God, or perfect rrusf In Him, theneed of putting on the spirit
of the Istid Jtmin, and the whole armor of Uod. It Is not
by any human strength,not by the might of reason, nor Intellectual power,but by the spirit of Qod, that the kingdom will
be won, and the crown obtained.
A place ofgreat responsibility and importance to theinterests
of 7,ion is yours. The eyes of Christendom are upon yon.
Permit a youngerbrother in the fullness of his heart to leave
with you the exhortation—" Be ttrong in the lx>rd, and in the
power of hie might."
I desire with bumble and reverent thankfulness to commemorate the goodness of the Lord to us, In our journey hither, and
in our sojourn on thesesunny, peaceful IsleS. In tenderness,
and mercy has he led us, by his spirit and Providence, from
place to place, from service to service, fulfilling all his promises
to us, and though we are nothing, and but unprofitable ecr*
vantt, giving us the sweetreturn of peace.
As we feel the Umehas come for us to return to oar dear
nativo land, we desire your remembrance and prayers ', and
earnestly imploring for you and your children, the continuance
and increase of Heavenly blessing, we give you our abiding
aloha, our Farewell in the Lord.
Josl mo lUssai K. Baas.
Honolulu, bth No 1882.
"
"
"
*
,
To Joel and Hannah E. Bean.
De.arlm beloved Brother and Sitter in Chritt i
We hare heard with true joy and tender Christian love, your
farewell to us as Individuals and as a mission, and to the scenes
in which God hascalled us to labor.
We are thankful that the good spirit of the Lord Inclined your
hearts to visit thesedistant shores, that God lias shielded yens
from harm upon the sea and theland, that He has given you
eyes to see and hearts to appreciate his haul la all the good
whtoh has been wrought on these islands ; and that He has
made you as angels of peace and kindness aa ous siok nasi suffering members,and permitted so many of aa to commune with
yo« In christian sympathy, and to bow with you before the meroy seat of our common Father and Redeemer.
And now, aa you are about so leave as toresnra to thebosom
of our bleedingcountry, we give yow ourparting salutations—our.
Christian aloha—our cordial Firewall.
May God preserve you and your tenderLily from all the danyour
gers of the sea and land, seetore you to those dearest to
hearts by nature and by peace, makeyou happy auat neatly
andBavtour
building
kingdom
of
our
Lord
ap the
successful In
Land."
on earth, and permit as all to meet again la a » Setter
With Christian salutations to the Society of Friends, of which
you are members, w« art. dear Urotker and Water, most truly
your friendsand brethren in the Lord. In behalfof the Ha1. Ous.
waiian Evangeaoal Association,
CoaswUUr
Honolulu, bth Mo., 'Hi ilau, IMS.
�THE FRIEND, JUNE, 1812.
46
Lands of the Slave and the Free :
or,
BHCAHateyophntnRr.ieMN
uray, .
ILondon and New Tor* : IS 67.]
This work principally relates to the United States. The author traveled in 1851
and 1862, from Boston to New Orleans,
visiting every part of the country. After
returning home, he was urged by his friends
to publish an account of his travels, and the
accompanying volume embraces the result of
his notes and reflections. The book contains much valuable information, but the writer exhibits this radical fault, starting from
England with the idea that England and
Englishmen are tbe standards by which to
measure and compare the inhabitants and
customs of other lands. If in his opinion
they do not come up to, or excel those standards, then, forsooth, they must be wrong.
While the writer finds much to censure and
condemn, yet he makes some admissions
which are quite remarkable. In referring to
the knowledge which Americans possess of
their own country, and the nature of the Republican Government under which they live,
the Hon. Mr. Murray makes the following
statements:
"Then, again, with reference to their own
country, it is impossible for any one to travel
among them without being struck with the
universal intelligence they possess as to its
Constitution, its politics, its laws, and all
general subjects connected with its prosperity
or its requirements.
The Constitution of their country is regularly taught at
their schools: and doubtless it is owing to
* * *
this early insight into the latent springs by
which the machinery ofgovernment is worked,
that their future appetite for more minute details is whetted. I qutstion very much if
every boy on leaving a High School in the
United States, does not know jar more of the
institutions of his country, than nine-tenths of
the members ofthe British House of Commons
of thetrs." Page 461.
This high compliment, which is paid to
the youth of America, in the foregoing paragraph, will abundantly atone for the many
hard raps and cockney kicks with which this
book abounds. Here is an admission the
most remarkable which we have ever read
in any book upon America, written by an
Englishman. It really does not afford the
reader a very exalted idea of nine-tenths of
those persons in England with an " M. P."
attached to their names!
The question is sometimes asked, and by
no persons oftener than Englishmen, For
"
what are Americans now fighting?' We
answer, They are fighting for the mainten"
ance of thatConstitution which the Hon. Mr.
Murray, of the R. N., says the youth of
understand better than nine-tenths of
British House of Commons do the British
»;ric&
Constitution." This is why the U. S. Government is now supporting an army of 600,-
Cuba, the U. States and Canada.
-000 soldiers, and expending from $2,000,000
to $3,000,000 per day.
The people of
America know what they are fighting for. If
they accomplish their object blessings untold
will flow to their own people, the African
race, and the whole world.
The following paragraph is from the London Saturday Review, one of the leading
English papers:
" It happens to be the unanimous experience
ofnineteen educated Englishmen out of twenty, that a more purposeless and hopeless enterprise than the re-conquest of the South, by
the Federal Government, has never been
projected in any ancient or modern state."
The conquest of the South may seem
hopeless to nineteen out of every twenty educated Englishmen, but it does not take this
view in the minds of the best educated Americans. Federal victories succeed one another
with astonishing rapidity. One Union Editor,
in Virginia, does not deem it best to hoist his
flag at every newly reported victory, but
keeps the star-splangled banner flying all the
time!
The Rising Prospects
of Uncle Tom's
Family, Again.
In our last issue, we stated some (acts that
indicated a better feeling towaids the African race in the United States. In late
papers, we notice additional facts indicating
the same view of the subject. England and
America are about forming a treaty for the
mutual right of search on the coast of Africa.
Mr. Sumner has introduced a bill into the
Senate of the United States, abolishing the
inland traffic in slaves, i.e., putting an end
to the privilege of " Old Virginia" raising
slaves for the Southern market. In California the Legislature is wiping from her
statutes the disgrace of not allowing colored
people giving evidence in civil and criminal
cases before the courts. Such facts as these
indicate the present tendency of public opinion in the United States. Now that those
fire-eaters from the South no longer control
Congress and public sentiment, a new era
has been inaugurated at Washington. Read
the following:
Two Dozen Abolition Lectnrcs at
Washington.
Straws, it is said, tell which way the wind
blows. Some people seem to think that the
war in America will not result in the abolition of slavery, because the Government does
not recklessly and unconstitutionallyproclaim
freedom to the slaves. It needs, however,
only to have but one eye, and that not more
•than one-half open, to see that the cause of
abolition is progressing with astonishing
rapidity. A friend and neighbor of ours has
justreceived a letter from Washington, dated
March 21st, from which we copy the following paragraph :
"But we think now that slavery will get
such a shaking, before things are settled, that
it will not long survive.
Our great anti-
slavery orators have been down from the
North, and we have had twenty-four redhot abolition lectures in this city during the
winter, from such men as Horace Greeley,
Cheever, Gerrit Smith, Wendell Phillips,
and others. They have been received with
great fervor. Is not that progress ?"
23,000 Heretics and 24,000 Infidels.
It is interesting to glance over the successive numbers of the Annals of the Propagagation of the Faith, the Catholic monthly,
published in London, in which the Catholic
missionaries on the Sandwich Islands report
their doings and labors. In the number for
January, 1858, we find a letler written by
Bishop Maigret,
" Bishop of Arathia, Vicar-
Apostolic of the Sandwich Islands, to Messrs.
the Members of the Central Councils of the
Propagation of the Faith at Lyons and
Paris." It gives a glowing account of the
celebration at Honolulu, when, upon the Bth
of December. 1856, was promulgated the
"dogma of the Immaculate Conception."
We copy the following paragraph from
this letter:
" Alas ! when will the day come when we
shall be no longer obliged to restrict our joys
to the interior of our temples? Oh! if all
the inhabitants of the Sandwich Islands
would consent to be of one heart and one
mind by entering the one fold, in which the
sheep have not to fear the rage of the wolf,
and by hearing the voice of one Pastor, who
can lead them into the pastures of eternal
life, how easily would the missionary forget
his hardships and fatigue ! But there are
twenty-three thousand heretics and twentyfour thousand infidels who refuse the grace
of salvation, and who know not its value!
What can be more capable of moving our
hearts, which are entirely devoted to them ?
0 Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us !"
We infer from the above statement that
the Catholics claim 20,000 of the population
of the Sandwich Islands ! As, in round
numbers, there are
,000
1,000
i.OOO
Infidels,
Heretics, and
Good Catholics,
there is a total population of about 67,000
inhabitants, not including about 2000 foreigners.
The Chronicle, in a biographical notice
of the late Hon. George N. Briggs, says:
" He was an earnest advocate of temperance,
and the trifling singularity of his personal
appearance, which arose from his never wearing a collar, was said to be in consequence of
an agreement he had entered into never to
indulge in that luxury so long as one of his
temperance converts, who had put him to
that test, refrained trom liquor."
�47
THE FRIEND. JUNE, 18 62.
ADVERTISEMENTS.
ADVERTISEMENTS.
ADVERTISEMENTS.
H. W. SEVERANCE,
THE BEST IN USE !
SAILOR'S HOME.
AUCTIOJVEEH.
AND COMMISSION MERCHANT,
HONOLULU.
Will continue business at tbe old stand on Queen
WHEELER & WILSON'S
FIRST PREMIUM
street.
Family Sewing Machines!
291-ly
J. 11. COLE,
AUOTIOKTEBn,
VARYING FROM «60 TO «1
According style.
PRICES
RoMvood Cases, highly finished or plain with Full Plated
10,
to
(srccissni TO a. P. BVBBBTT.)
At his late rooms, Queen Street.
282-ly
DR. J. MOTT SMITH,
DEIXTTIST.
OlBoe corner of Fort and Hotel Streets.
(HAS.
F. GUIL.EOU, M. D
2SO-ly
,
Surgeon United States Navy, late Consular Physician to
American seamen and general practitioner.
Office corner Kaatiumanu and Merchant streets, and residence
at Dr. Wood's Mansion, Hotel street.
Medical and Surgical advice In English, French, Spanish, and
Italian.
Office hours from 11a.a. to 2 P. at.i at otner hours inquire at
267-ly
his residence.
Late
H. STANGENWALD, M. D„
PHYSICIAN AND SURCEON,
Late New York City Dispensary Physician, member of the
Medico Chlrurgical College and of the Pathological Society
of New York.
Office at Dr. Judd'sDrag Store, on Fort Street. Residence In
Nuuanu Valley, opposite that of E. 0. Hall, Esq. 277-ly
C. H. WETMORE, M. D.
CONSULAR PHYSICIAN & SURG EON,
To sick AmericanSeamen, and general practitioner,
HILO, HAWAII, S. 1.
N. B.—Medicine Chests carefully replenished at the
HILO DRUG STORE.
6-tf
CBAS. H. LCMT.
BSBRMAN PSCg
C. BREWER & CO.,
Commission & Shipping Merchants,
Honolulu. Oiahn. 11. I.
—REFER TO—
New York.
Jobs. M. Hood, Esq
Jambs Hdnnbwsll, Esq., 1
Charles Bbbwer, Esq., >
Boston.
)
H. A. Paincs, Esy,
MSSSKS. McRcRR Mbrrill. I
Francis**,
sen rrancisco.
Chas. Wolcott Broois, Esq., J
Hongkong.
Muses. Wh. Pcstac ft Co
Manila.
Masses. Pbblb, Hubssll ft Co
*
acccasaoas
to
George "W. Macy,
KAWAIIIAK. HAWAII,
Will continue the Genera! Merchandise and Shipping bualnes
at the above port, where they are prepared to furnish the
justly celebrated Kawaihae Potatoes, and such other re
cruita as are required by whale ships at the shortestnotice,
267-ly
and on the most reasonable terms.
SAH'L
AMOS
H. CABTH.
S.
COOK.
COOKE,
IMPORTERS AND WHOLESALE AND RETAIL
CASTLE
A-
DKALEBS
GENERAL
IN
MERCHANDISE,
At the oldstand, corner of King and School streets,
near the large Stone Church. Also, at the Store
formerly occupied by C. H. Nicholson, in King street,
opposite the Seamen's Chapel.
JJT Agents for Jayne's Medicines.
HARDWARE STORE.
ODD FELLOWS' BUILDING, ON FORT STREET,
OCXS of all kinds, Hinges, Screws, Tacks, Ra-
J'
j ton, Cut and Wrought Nails, Spikes, Brads,
lea, Carpenters' Tools of all kinds. Pocket and
Sheath-Knives, Marlinspikes, Caulking-Irons and
Mallets, and numerous other articles, for sale at the
W. N. LAM).
(tf)
lowest prioea, by
CHARTS FOR SALE.
BB SKIN at the Harbor Master's Office, Charts of
the Northand south Pacific, Indianand Pacific Oceans,
on a large scale; Chinaand Japan Seas, Ac. Likewise a Sextant, (double arch) by Trougbton, an Aneroid, Hersborg's ■sat
1
India Directory and sundry nautical worts.
MAY
wlr—B
H
—
r—
T™
in
HENRY ALLEN,
CARPENTER, BUILDER AND UN-
DERTAKER.
THE
UNDERSIGNED BEGS I.F.AVKm-
pectfuliy to Inform bis frit-oils ami lbs public generally,
that havioK recently enlarged his premises, he is now prepared
to do all work In theabove line, with dispatch and In a workmanlike manner.
Koa and Pine Coffins always on hand.
FURNITURE REPAIRED.
Jobbingdone on reasonable terms.
HENRY ALLEN, Fort St
,
Opposite the Fam'ly Grocery and Feed Store.
.
NEW AND SECOND-HAND
FURNITURE.
NEW AND SECOND- «
■jsafjUJl I hand Furniture of every description, VU
constantly on hand, and for sale at
Ml
naill
I I » | 1I ~„ prlcei
IJ\
gjaas-
Second-hand Farnitare Bought at
B. ALLEN'S CARPENTER SHOP,
Fort St., opposite A.D. Cartwright's Feed Store.
XT KOA BUREAUS always on hand.
d. c. si-RCia.
i. c. MsaaiLL
tIcRVER Sc MERRILL.,
Commission Merchants
AM
AUCTIONEERS,
278-ly
ALLEM & BERRILL,
*"
and IVaried Machines of various styles and prices.
The practical working of each andevery machine guaranteed.
Kach machine Is accompanied by a full set of tools ; being all
thatis necessary for the adjustment and working of themachine.
Also, fulland complete printed directions In English, Spanish,
French or German.
CALL AND EXAMINE THE NEW IMPROVEMENTS.
Office and Salesroom, corner of Montgomery and Sacramento
Streets, San Francisco
6-tf
H. C. HAYDEN, Aohht.
AGENTS OF THE
of Honolulu Packets.
Regular Dispatch Line
XT All freightarriving in transitu forthe SandwichIslands,
will be received and forwarJed by the "Regular Dispatch Line'
raaa or commission.
Particularattention paid to forwarding and transhipment ot
merchandise, sale of whalemen's bills, and other exchaage, In
surance of merchandise and specie under open policies, suppy
ng whaleahtps, chartering ships, etc.
117 and 119 California street,
,
Captain B F. Sxow,
aaraa to:
I
Messrs. C Baswsa a> Co.,
>
Honolulu.
286-ly
BOOKS AND INSTRUMENTS FOR THE
MARINER.
D. K. FLITNER'S Watch and Jewelry
AT
found
Establishment, in Kaahutnanu street, will be
tbe following works
Almanacks for 1860.
Merchant's, Shipmaster's and Mechanic's Assistant.
Laws of the Sea.
Tbe Art of Sailmaking.
:
—ALSO—
SAILORS' HOME, BUILT AND
owned by tbe "Honolulu Sailors' Home
Society," has recently been placed under tbe management of the undersigned. They hope, by strict
attention and fidelity, to merit the patronage of tbe
seafaring community. The House has teen built and
fitted up in a style to suit the wants of Officers and
Seamen who are spending a few weeks on shore, or
wish to remain for a single night, or a aingle meal.
Shower Baths on the Premises.
Ship Masters and Agents, while putting their vessels under repairs, are respectfully invited to tend
their crews to the Home, where every attention will
be paid to their comfort.
Officers' table, with lodging, per week,
96
do.
6
Seamens' do. do.
do.
CAPTAIN AND MRS. OAT,
Honolulu, March 1,1861.
Managers.
THE
JAMES T. DONLEN,
Marlblo TTorltor:
RETURNED TO BAN FRANCISCO,
whenhe will execute Orders from theIslands.
HAS
MR. DOXLEX BEGS TO INFORM TBE
to
Inhabitants of these Islands, that he Is now prepared
execute all orders in his line, such as
MONUMENTS,
or HEAD STONES,
tVASHSTAXDS,
COUNTER TOPS, e>e.,
In a first-rate style, and on the most reasonable terms. Orders
from the other Islands faithfully attended to.
N. B. —Persons in Honolulu, or other parts of tbe Bandwicb
Islands, desirousof procuring Tomb or Head Stones, may do so
by applying tothe EDITOR OF THE FRIEND. Payment
will not be demanded until the stones are landed in Honolulu,
and examined.
TOMBS,
READING ROOM, LIBRARY AND DEPOS-
SEAMEN
_
BOUND VOLUMES
TBE FRIEND, frana 184* ls» 186»-for sale by Pabllaher. Price, $1 per vol. bound together.
OF
THE FRIEND:
Ship's Compasses and Dividers.
—ALSO—
Mast-head Glasses and Marine Telescopes.
—ALSO—
Chronometers and Chronometer Watohes.
—also—
English Charts of North and South Paoiflo.
—ALSO—
—
A great variety of other articles useful to the
AND—
Mariner.
Many ornamental articles, including Breast Pins,
So.
4c,
Rings, Cops,
Particular attention given to repairing and rating
rVimnnmerfea
ITORY.
AND OTHERS, WISHING
to obtain books from the Sailors' Home Library,
will please apply to the Bethel Sexton, who will have
charge of the Depository and Reading Room until
further notice. Per order.
E. HOFFMANN,
PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON,
Office in the New Drag Store, corner of Kaahumanu and Queen streets, Makes Anthon's Block.
Open day and night
A
MONTHLY JOURNAL, DEVOTED TO TEMPERANCE, SEAMEN, MARINE AND
GENERAL INTELLIGENCE,
PUBLISHED AND EDITED BY
SAMUEL C. DAMN.
TERMS:
...
....
On* oopy, per annum,
Two copies,
"
$2.00
AOO
�48
THE FRIEND, JUNE, I
MARINE JOURNAL.
PORT OF HONOLULU, SI.
ARRIVALS.
May
1—Brittih steamer Columbia, Shuttleworth. 13 days (m
San Francisco, co route for Shanghae—came Into
port for a o*esh supply of coal.
i Km. bark Triton, Lindstrom, 140 days from Southampton, en route for Amoor, anchored outside.
7—Am brlgt. Mary Capen. Savory, 22 days from San
Francisco, bound to Shanghae wit li acargo of lumber. Put la here leaky.
10—Am aoh Mary
James, Qreig, 20 days from San
Francisco.
12—-Am steamer John T. Wright, Wataon, 12 daya from
San Francisco.
18—Am bark Yankee, Claxton, 18 days from San Francisco, with mdse to Wilcox,Richards a> Go.
-1— Am brlgt Caroline K. Foote, Worth, 17 days, from
San Francisco, en route for Japanand the Amoor,
touched outside -, sheleft a few papers, and continued on her course.
22—Am soh General Wallace, Batchelor, 16 days from
San Francisco, touched outside, left some papers,
ami proceeded on her course to Shanghae.
S3—Am ship Alice Thorndlke, Capt Thorndlke, 47 daya
from Dunedln, New Zealand, bound to Victoria,
Y. 1., with 180 passengers. Touched here fur fresh
supplies, and sailed again next day.
2f—Am Missionary brigt. Morning Star, Gelett, 13 days
•>
from Marquesas.
2ft—Olden, brlgt. Emma, Bunje, 172 days from Bremerhaven, withassorted merchandise. llolTschlaeger
«__
Stapenhorst, agent*..
31—Am ship Lotus', Leeltle, 20 d :ys from San Fraucisco.
She la bound to Hongkong.
DEPARTURES.
May
I—Haw wh brig Victoria, Dauelsberg, for the Arctic.
2—Brit, steamer Columbia, Shuttleworth, for Shanghae.
3—Am wh bark Zoe, Simmonds, for the Arctic.
6—Am bark What Cheer, Raymond, for Shanghae, with
100 casksale and 1 keg whisky, from this place.
7—Oldenburg wh brig Comet, Wilhelm, for the Ochotak.
B—Russian bark Triton, Llndstrom, for the Amoor.
o—Am brigt Josephine, Stone, for San Francisco.
19—Steamer John T. Wright, Watson, for Japan and
Shanghae.
18—Am wh ship Ocean, Clark, for theArctic.
19—Hawsch Kitty Cartwright, Copeland, for Manning's
Island.
91—Am bark Arctic, Hammond, forBoston.
JW—Haw sch Mailda, Qreig, for Fanning* Island.
21—Am brigt Mary Capen, Savory, for shanghae.
Vi—Sen Kalatna, Hancock, for the GuanoIslands.
*_t3—Sek Odd Fellow,Lawton, for a cruise North.
34—Ambark Comet, Smith, for San Francisco.
27—Haw. bark Kathleen, Marchant. for San Francisco.
8 »2
MARRIED.
Join—Hall—On theerenlng of the 12thInst, at Fort Street
Church, by Rev. E. Corwln, Peter Cuahmau Jones, Junr., to
Cornelia, youngest daughter of K. O. Hall, Esq., of Honolulu.
Wiittibr—Kaimihalk—At Kalnallu, Kona, Hawaii, April 13,
by H.L. Sheldon. Mr. .lames M. Wbtttler, formerly of Maine,
L. 8., to Misa Harriet K. Kaimihale.
DIED.
TowNStSD—In this city, May 12, Harriet Pauline, youngest
child of J. 8. and Harriet B. Townsend.
Harris—ln Honolulu, May 14, Abel Harris, or Portsmouth,
N. H., aged 34 years.
Brunt*—ln Honolulu, May 19, Capt. George W. Bumpus,
of Fairharen, late master of the whaleship Hibernia, of New
Bedford.
The deceased was well known among those engaged in the
whaling business out of New Bedford and Honolulu. His death
was occasioned by an injury received during his late cruise in
the ship Hlbernla.
Mrrkill—At Hanalel, Kauai. May 23, of heart disease, N. B.
Merrill, aged 31 years, ofNashua, N. 11., U. 8. A.
Foster—ln Honolulu, Saturday, May 24, Elizabeth, aged 8
years, daughter of Mr. Foster, who lutely came from California.
The family of thedeceased casne to Honolulu,hoping that the
child would be benefitted by a change of scene and climate.
The death of thesufferer was occasioned by an injury received
several yearsago, which terminated in a* "diseaseof the hip."
llkmpstbad—ln Honolulu, Sunday morning, May 26, Capt.
John P. Hempstead, of New London, late master of the whale
bark Catherine, aged 40 years.
The deceased belonged to a family remarkable forhealth, and
has several brothers who are well known ship-masters out of
New London. On account of severe illness, he was obliged to
leave his vessel about the Ist of January last; since that time,
he has been graduallydeclinicg, but the severity of his sufferings have been sensibly mitigated by the unwearied attentions
ofhis beloved wife, who has been his constant companion during several voyages, embracing the last ten years. His funeral
took place on Sabbathafternoon, and was numerously attended.
Doase—ln Honolulu, May 30, Willie T)oanr,aped 4fr months,
infant son of Rev. E. T. Doane, of the Ebon Mission.
Ruf.GLES—At Seminary Hospital, Georgetown, D. C, Feb. 16
E. Samuel Ruggles, Assistant Surgeon of the U. 8. A., aged 36
years. [The deceased was theoldest son of Samuel ami Nancy
Huggles, formerly of B'-ookfield. Conn., and was born at Honolulu, Sandwich Islands, where his parents were then stationed
as missionariesof the American Board. He came with them on
their return to this country in 1834. hut went back to the
Islands in 1849, wherehe spent ten years in business, and then
went to Paris, spending two years in the prosecution of his professionalstudies. He obtained a diploma from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, and upon his return to this
country in November last,received the above appointment, and
a few days before hit death was advanced to the post of Surgeon
of the 82*1 regiment N. Y. volunteers.]—Exchange Paper.
NEW BEDFORD OIL MARKET.
MEMORANDA.
XT Bark Yankee, CUxton. reports—Sailed from rtonoluln
on Wednesday, March 24, and discharged the pilot at 2J P. M.
first week, had trash brasses from N.K. to K.N.B-, afterwards,
S.B. toS.W. Last three days, had the wind from N.W. Made
the Varraleonesat 11 A. M., Wednesday, April S, and anchored
at Sao Francisco at 4 P. M. Salted again for Honolulu April
30, and crossed the bar at 4 P. M. ; first week, had light winds
from B.W. to W. Between lat. 24° and -6° M., long. 188°
and 146° W., had two days strong trades, when the wind
hauled toN.W., and continued from that quarter, with little
variation, until 4 P. M. of the 18th Inst, off the west end of
Uolokal, when we again took the trades, and at 8J P. 54., tbe
pilot cams on board.
May 11, lat. 24° 39 N., long. 138° 24 W., passed a wreck,
the stump of one mast standing, which was quite black. The
wrack was threequarters of a mile to windward ; It was blowing
vary strong at the time from N.K., with a heavy cross sea running, and the bark under a press of canvas. When the wreck
was Srst seen it was four points on oar starboard bow, but was
not reported until It was abaft the beam the sea. aa would be,
with a heavy sunken body, was swashing entirely over It.
Being satisfied that there was no life about it, and knowing that
we oould not work tbevessel up against so strong a wind and
heavy sea before night, she was kept on ber course.
XT Ship Alice Tkorndike, Capt. Thorndlke, reports—Left
pasDunedin, hi. Z., April 6, with four cabin and 178 steeragewinds
sengers, for Victoria, Y. I. experienced light, baffling
all theway—no 8.8. trades. Touched at Madalin Island, Marquesas, aad delayed there one day. Reports the ablp Annie
Kimball to leave Dunedin, soon after, for same destination.
Arrived and anchored outside of Honolulu May 28d—47 days.
;
—^^■"PASSENGERS.
Prom Sab fsahoisoo—per Tanks,, May 18—Mrs Maofarlane
Qeo U PhUbrlsk, Mr Wllmot, B F Holies, C W
Whit*.
for Baa PxAacisoo—per Comet, May 24—Mrs Klliot and
Jauahwr, Mrs Wm White, child and servant, Joel Bean, wire
aad child. I P Band, wh, and i children, Dr 8 Long, wife and
nIM, Miss X Allan, Mharas Jan*and SarahDutcher, B Wllkins,
a«d 3 aMldran,
It M Anthony, Zomtong.
from MiaqosMAS—per Morning Star, May 26—Rev D Bald
win aad son, Ber Mr Kulhelanl and wits. Mr Kanai, L Kalwl
andSeMldren.
Pros, BasatsaaAvia—per Emma, May 18-Chart** and Wm
Hnutt*, Asalrew Kmnpf, t W Pehlber.
Por Bab Pkakcwco—per Kathleen, Nay -7—Chas W Grey,
JosephSykria. Tims H Pave.
Sperm oil Is in request for both home use and export,and
sales have been made of 2200 bbls., in four parcels, nearly all for
export, at $1.40 per gallon. At Ntotucket 150brls. have been
purchased by parties in this city upon private terms. The
■lock of sperm oil now in importersand speculators' baudsis
reduced to 8000 brls.
Whale oil is neglected, the demand being very limited, although manufacturerswould probably purchase at 50 cents per
gallon, but holders are unwilling to operate at that price. The
only transaction has been the sale or 160 brls. at a price not
made public.
In the London market, Feb. Bth, no sales of sperm oil were
reported—-quotations £93 to £94.
In whalebone two tons
Southern had been sold at £310 per ton—do other transactions.
Bperu Oil.—The sperm oil market at present is in somewhat
of an excited state on account of the reduced stock and the limited number of persons who at present bold it. The sales in
tbls city since our lastreport, amount to 1410 brls. at $1.40* per
gallon,mostly for export, the market closing with inquiry, but
the holders will not sell at theabove quotation. In Nantucket,
a sale has also been made on New York account, of 225 brls. at
$1.39 per gal. The stock in this city Is held by four Individuals,
and it Is believed that not more than 1000 brls. will be Imported
Into the country duriag the next month at least.
The following table shows the stock and places where held, of
all the spermoil4b firsthands In this country
:
3,400
1,800
460
360
160
60
New Bedford
Westport
Nantucket
New London
Warren
Salem
r.
0.100
Foaaiox Oil Maur.—Messrs. MacLean, Maris Co.'s areolar, dated London, Feb. lath, reports some small sale* or
sperm having been madeprivately at its to £94, but there was
no life in the market. At public auction on tbe 14th, only two
lets out of the parcel from Boston found buyers at £94 6*and
£94, remainder being bought in at £94, and beadmatter at £93.
ftaatheru oil quiet bat firm at £34 to 88. 108 brls. kerosene
o_, fresn Boston, were bought in at public auction sale at 2s 4d,
beans sspain cheaper. Spermaceti without alteration. Prime
qaallty held for Is Id. Whaleboneattracted but little attention,
and the exception of a small lot of Southern taken for export at
ttM, and a few hundred weight at auction knocked down at
£820, there were no transactions.
At Maare tor theweek ending Feb. 14th. 60 tons of whale oil
hat been tetd at frtn 48f. to 44f. 60. Whalebonedul I .-A. B
Standard, March (I.
*
.
Information "Wanted
,
]
Respecting George Knollton belonging to Leominster Maw
Heleft the UnitedStates in 1807, and served u a teaman, two
years, on board the **Arab," Capt. Orennell. Please communicate with Mrs. Harriet Knollton, Leominster, or theeditor or
theft-lend.
Respecting James H. Rire, wholeft Hartford, Ct., in 1354,
and sailed the same year in the ship * William Tell." He left
the ship In New Zealand. A sailor was discharged at Honolulu
80th Oct., 1867. Can any of our readers inform us whether
this man Is the one referred to 7 Any information, will be gladly received by the editor or Mr. H. C. Rice, of WUlimantic, Ct.
Respecting Mr. George F. McKnight, on board whaleship
■ Mary Wilder/ He will obtain news from friends by calling
upon the Seamen's Chaplain. Please communicate with Mrs.
McKnlght, Worcester, Mass.
Respecting Nathan S. Gibbe. He was on board the Moo
tecum*" at Honolulu in 1869, and was discharged here In 1860.
Communicate with Rev. J. 1). Butler, Seamen's Chaplain, New
Bedford, or the Editor of the Friend.
Respecting Henry liowert, of San Francisco, who left bark
Yankee, 18 monthsago, at Honolulu. Please communicate with
Mrs. R. H Lambert, ofSan Francisco, or the Editor of Friend
Respecting William D. Bently, belonging to Philadelphia.
He last wrote, in 1860, from Honolulu. Any Information may be
communicated to the Editor of the Friend, or to Wright,
Smith U Pearsall. merchants. No. ft, North otb st., PhiladelphiaRespecting Oliver R, Gile, or N. Andover, Mass. He left
the bark Martha last November.
**
Respecting Peter Parris, born in Syracuse, N. V., and is now
twenty-three years old. He has been absent from home six
years. Any information will be gladly received by the editor,
or by his mother, Mrs. Catharine Welch, Syracuse New York.
Respecting Mr. Alonxo Pearsa//,belonglng to Ship Chandler
Price. He will find a letter with the Editor of the Friend.
Information is soughtby Mr. WUlett P. VYheston, 30 Stanton
street, Brooklyn, L. I.
Respecting Paul Steinberg, of Sagun, in Silesia, left 1847,
inshipGellert,Capt. Ihlder, from Hamburg for Adelaide,and has
never beenbeard of. An anxious mother longs to hear from him.
Respecting Jiartwell B. Martin, belonging to Brooks&eld,
Mass. He was last heard from on hoard ship Julian, Winegar.
Should the Captain of this ship visit Honolulu, he is requested
to call upon the Editor of the Friend.
Respecting Emerson Starkey, of Kehoboth, Mass. He left
a whaleship at the Sandwich Islands, sick, in 1842. Any intelligence will be gladly received by the Editor, or Bradford Cummings, North Uehoboth, Mass.
Respecting Samuel B. Dodge, a son of Elisabeth Dodge, of
East Cambridge. He was at U»e Islands, six or seven years
since. Should he call upon the Chaplain, he will find a letter.
Respecting William Smith, a sailor during last season on
board thebark Florence. Information may be senttohis friends
in Brooklyn, New York, or to the Editor of the Friend.
Respecting Mr. Charles Button, belonging to Columbia.
Tolland County, Connecticut.
Respecting John Baker, who belongs to Buffalo, New York.
He left home In 1852, but was last heard from In 1869. Any
information will be gladly received by bis parents, or the Editor
of the Friend.
Nkw Portland, Feb. 17,1861.
Mt. Damon, Dear Sir:—By the request of the friends of
John A Harvey, whom they supposeis on board ol some whaler
in the Pacific, will you please advertise for him, and request
him to communicate with his friends or with you. It will be
a great satisfaction to them.
Should you gain any Information from him, you will do a
great favor by writing to C. C. Harvey, of New Portland y
Maine.
Yours respectfully, Capt. John D. Willarp.
CaIfBLEprORTH,
HEAR
SILBT, YORKSHIRE, \
England, JTeb. 14,1861.
j
Dear Sir:—My husband's brother having, in the course of
his occupation as a sailor, recently touched at the Sandwich
Islands, tells me that while his ship was there, a man of
the name of Newton supplied tbem with provisions. He also
directed me to you as a gentleman who would perhaps kindly
assist me In making inquiries, eitherby advertising In thepapers
or otherwise, as to whether there were still any persons on the
sland or Islands ofthat name.
I had threebrothers of the names of William, Abraham and
saac Newton, all sailors, but the family has not beard from
ither ofthem for eighteen years.
The last letter we received, Informed us that they were at
Valparaiso, and that they were going to the Island of Onahelte,
I think,) and certainly theSandwich Islands.
The mention by brother-in-law of the man by the name of
Newton, at Honolulu,leads me to hope that be is probably my
brother. It would be a great comfort to myself and family if
youwould kindly be at the trouble of inquiring tor us (If practicable) whether my brothers be alive or dead.
*
Your humble servant,
Elizabeth Walton.
The Chaplain has received LETTERS for Wm. H. Co x,
of bark K. Covington, Franeit McEvena, and Jot. M. Rice.
XT LatTTKRS have beenreceived for tbe following persons i
Mr. Thomas Bain ; Mr. Cafiiscb—(this letter Is in French ;
La-mas—ln hands ofSeamen's Chaplain for Mr. Charles P.
Laud, ship "Marengo," Henry B. Devol, Mr. Hiram Taylor
Mr. William Cross, Stephen Morgan.
E. O. HALL,
Importerand Dealer In Hardware, Dry Goods, Paints, Oils, and
general Merchandise, corner of Port and King street* 267-ly
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FTHE RIEND.
HONOLULU. MAY I, 1562.
M
CONTENTS
V»r Mar, 1868.
W. Harper Pease', Catalogue
A Better Time Coming
Noble Language
Marine Journal, fee
I'lliK.
53,34-30
■
M
*°
THE FRIEND.
MAY 1, I«6S.
Mr. Pease's Catalogue.
Wo publish in our columns to-day, one of tho
most important documents ever compiled in regard to the history of the Sandwich Islands.
This Catalogue, together with its Appendix, will
comprise a miniature history of the Islands—
multuminparvo. It was prepared by the compiler at our special request. We knew lis extensive research in Hawaiian literature, science
and history, and felt anxious that he should
make thatresearch valuable to the public. We
hope this is but the first step iv a series of publications relating to the Islands. The private library of Mr. Pease contains a fur more extensive
collection of books and manuscripts upon Hawaiian history than any other library in the world.
We hope that the Legislature now in session, will
take the requisite steps to secure this inval
uable collection of books as tho foundation of a
national library. He has already expended many
hundredsofdollars on thecollection and is stilladding thereto. Should any of our readers have
books in their possession, illustrative of the Islands but not specified in this catalogue, they
will confer a favor by communicating with Mr.
Pease or theEditor. In future numbers of the
Friend we shall publish an appendix to this oata-1 ogue, including a more extended notice of th«
several scientific and surveying expeditions that
have; visited our Islands.
A Better Time coming in America.
We copy the following paragraph! from a private letter, written by the ReT. J. Spaulding.
late Secretary of the American Seaman's Friend
Society of New York. He writes under date of
Feb. 28th. After referring to various battles,
and the condition of theoountry, he conclude] at
follow* :—
<Last Friday Capt. Gordon, the slave-pirate
was bang in this city ; and you may expect to
hoar that righteous laws have been vindicated,
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and society protected by raoro exhibitions of this
kind. So faraswecan forecast the issues of these
troubles we regard the following as certain a
purer and stronger patriotism, and a more consolidated government than ever before ; more selfrespect and a greater respect for free institutions
abroad ; a healcher mode of conducting business;
better men placed in offices of trust and responsibility ; no more extension of slavery in U. S. Territory; no moro protection ofthe slave trade under
the U. S. Flag; no moro bluster and bludgeon in
the interest of slavery on thefloor of Congress ; no
more union ofany political party of the north with
southern prtisans to uphold any institution at
war with human freedom ; no more decent apologies for the system of slavery by decent men,
but on the contrary a desire and determination
to put an ond to the abomination just as fast as
it can be done, and promote the highest interests
of all concerned ; and finally no mows msbilmon
under a government of righteous laws, justly administered.
So much seems certain ; and worth all the cost,
except the blood which the guiltyrebels haveofshed.
the
President Lincoln and other chief officers
and
esthe
confidence
have
growing
government,
teem of the people. Men of all parties and of
none, rejoice that we have a Government ably
and wisely administered. Some men and some
papers grumble; it is their nature, and as they
cannot possibly live without a little exercise of
tl.at kind, we let them eiercise their precious
gifts, as we allow our neighbor's quadrupeds to
use their vocal organs."
:
RTishnegTProUsmponeF
c'cstlef amily.
In estimating the momentous changes which
tho rebellion is producing in the United States,
4here is no one more encouraging and hopeful
than that relating to the treatment of the|African
race. So far as the colored man was concerned the
policy of the government has hitherto been oppressive, beoause the Government has been controlled by Southern politicians and statesmen.
With the inauguration of President Lincoln the
tables have changed. We would mention the fol.
lowing among the favorable signs :—Abolitionof
slavery in the District of Columbia-S-Seoretary
Seward has granted a passport to a colored man
to visitEngland— contrabands are reoeivedand employed as laborers within the military lines—lndications that Hay ti will ere long be acknowledged
—last but not least, the execution.'.in the) city of
New York, Feb. 21, of the notorious slave-dealer
and pirate, Gordon. Unless we are mistaken
this is the first execution of a slave-dealer! The
English have captured hundreds bat we do not
remember to have heard of an execution under
the decision of an English Judge for the crims.
{(Die Series, M 19.
Noble Language.
Not a few English Statesmen and politicians have
openly avowed their sympathy with a Republio whose
corner-stone was to be negro slavery, but honest John
Bright the Quaker, is not to be found among the
number. His voioe rings out in olear, strong, vigorous and liberty-loving tones. We are glad to know
in Rochdsls, among his fellow townsmen, thers'were
found those in whose bosoms was found a fall-toned
echo to bis noble sentiments:
A distinguished member of the House of Commons
distinguished there by bis eloquence, distinguished
more by hit many writings—l mean Sir Edward Bulwer Lytton—be did not exactly express a hope, but
be ventured on something like a prediction, that the
time would oome when there would be, I don't know
how many, but as many Republics or States in America as you can count upon your Angers. There
cannot be a meaner motive than this that I am speaking of, in forming a judgment on this question—that
it is "better tor us ;" for whom I the people of England, or the Government of England?—that the United States should be severed, and that that continent
should beat the continent of Europe is, in many
states, and subject to all the contentions and disasters which has accompanied the history of the states
of Europe. [Applause.] I should say that if a man
had a great heart within him he would look forward
to the day when, from that point of land which It
habitable nearest to the Pole, to the shores or the
Great Gulf, the whole of that vast continent might
become one great Federation of States—that, without a great army and without a great navy, not
mixing itself up with the entanglements of European
politics—without a custom boose inside through the
whole length and breadth of its territory, but with
Freedom everywhere, equality everywhere, law everywhere, pesos everywhere—woo Id afford at last some
hope thatman is not forsaken of Heaven, and the future of our race might be better than the past. [Pro
longed cheering]
• * *
Whether the Union will be restored or not, or the
South will achieve an unhonoredIndependence or sot,
I know not, and I predict not. Bat this I think I
know—that in a fsw years, the twenty millions of
free men in the North will be thirty millions, or tvsn
afty millions—a population equal to or exoeeding that
of this kingdom. [Hear, hear] When that time
comes, I pray that it may not be said among them,
that in the darkest hoar of thsir country's trials, England, the land of their fathers, looked on with ley
coldness, and saw unmoved the perils and the calamities of her ohilJren. [Cheers] As for me, I have
bat this to say,—l am one in this acdienoe, and bat
one in the eititen-sbip of this country ; bat if all
other tongues are silent, mine shall speak for that
policy whioh gives hope to thebondsmen of the
and tends to generous thoughts, and generous words,
and generous deeds, between the two great nations
thai r
that speak the English language, and who,
origin are alike entitled to the English ■esse. [Great
cheering.]
.
Soeth.
fromi
The U. S. Government has contracted to
board 6,000 Seoesb prisoners, Bear Chicago, at
lljc. per diem for each nan Cheap board.
!
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A Catalogue
of Works.
Dixon, Capt. George—A Voyage round the world, performed in the years
:
1785-88. 1 vol., 4to. London 1759.
The above two narratives, usually quoted as one, are quite distinct.
RELATING TO THE
The latter was written by Mr. Beresford, supercargo of the vessel, as we
learn from other sources. The introduction only by Capt. D. They
HAWAIIAN OR SANDWICH ISLANDS:
arrived at Kealakekua, May 26, 1786, visited Oahu and Kauai, and
sailed for Coast of America, June 13. Returning- Nov. 16, they remained at the islands three months and a half. On the 28th Sept. 1787,
BHWYARPP
E. EASE.
they again called here, on their way to China.
;La Perouse —Voyage autour dv Monde, public conformement an dicret dv 22 April, 1791, et redige par M. L. A. Milet—Mureau, 4
The only Catalogue, heretofore published, of "Works on the Sandvols., 4to. 1 vol. fol. Paris : 1797.
ich Islands," may be found in the Polynesian, of July 13, 1844, cornled by James J. Jarves, Esq.
Arrived 29th May, 1786, remaining three days. An English transThe following, commences with the publication of Capt. Cook's third lation has passed through three editions—the las) in 3 vols., Bvo, 1 vol.
oyage, 1784. A catalogue of Works prior to that date, would be of fol. London: 1807.
little value, without extended remarks and explanations, which require
ITBB.
long research and study. We intend, however, should life and leisure Meares, Capt. John—Voyage made in the years 1788-89, from China
be allowed us, to complete it. We confine our List, also, to original
to the N. W. Coast of America. Ivol., 4to. London; 1790.
works, omitting compilations, such as "Oceanic Pittoresque," "Russell's
M. made a voyage to the N. W. coast of America, calling at
Polynesia," &c. A supplement should be added, to include books ourCapt.
in Aug. 1787, remaining here one month. A short account
printed by the Protestant and Catholic Missions, and also Government of itIslands
is prefixed to the above, also a history of the fur trade and early
Documents.
Reports and
The latter are of historic value at leas;, and the time may arrive when discoveries on the N. W. coast of America.
1791.
our legislators will require more information, to guide them in their deliberations, than they have heretofore. We respectfully request gentle- lngraham. Capt. Jos.—Manuscript Journal of the Voyage of the Brig
men, who may notice errors or omissions in the following Catalogue, to
Hope, from 1790-93. In the library of the Department of State,
Washington.
notify us of them.
We learn from a manuscript work in our library that Capt. lngraham
ook,Capt. James—A Voyage to the Pacific Ocean, undertaken by com- was at our Islands, in the spring of 1791.
mand of His Majesty, for making discoveries in the Northern Hemis- Marchand, Etienne—Voyage
autour dv Monde, pendant les annees
phere; performed under the direction of Captains Cook, Clerke and
1790-92.
C.
Claret
Flurieu.
5 vols., Bvo. 1 vol. 4to, charts.
P.
par
Gore, on H. M. Ships Resolution and Discovery, in the years 1776Paris : 1797, 1800.
-80. Vols. 1 and 2, written by Capt. James Cook, F. R.S.; Vol. 3,
Came around the South point of Hawaii, Oct. 5, 1791 ; did not anby Capt. James King, LL. D., F. R. S. Published by order of the
Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty. 3 vols. 4t0., 1 vol. folio chor. Sailed on towards Kauai, and passed there Oct. 7. A translation, somewhat abridged, was published in 2 vols., Bvo, I vol, charts.
charts. London: 1784.
of
Salisbury. Oahu London.
Was edited by Dr. Douglass, afterward Bishop
1792.
as the first island sighted, on Sunday, January 18, 1778,at daybreak ;
Vancouver,
Geo.
of discovery to the North Pacific
—A
Capt.
voyage
was
soon
were
trade
They
prevented, by strong
aval
discovered
after.
the
world,
Ocean
and
round
undertaken
by his Majesty's command,
winds and currents, from reaching Oahu, and consequently bore away
principally with a view to ascertain the existence of any navigable
for Kauai, where they anchored near Waimea, Jan, 20, remaining there
communication between the North Pacific and North Atlantic Oceans,
and at Niihau until Feb. 2. Returning from the coast of America, they
and performed in the years 1790-95, in the Discovery Sloop of War
came in sight of Maui Nov. 26, 1778, and remained at Hawaii and the
and armed tender Chatham, under the command of Captain George
leeward islands until March 13, 1779. See Appendix A.
Vancouver. 3 vols. 4t0., 1 vol. charts. London : 1798.
Barrow, John—Capt. Cook's Voyages of Discovery.
1 vol. EdinArrived March 2,1792, at Kealakekua, sailed from Niihau, March 16.
burg: 1860.
Returned Feb. 12, 1793, remaining six weeks. Visited the islands for
We include this late edition of Capt. Cook's Voyages, (abridged,) for the last time, Jan. 9, 1794, stopping here nine weeks.
the reason that it contains original matter from unpublished manuscripts
1793.
in the Admiralty Office, such as Capt. Gore's account of Capt. Cook's
Colnett, Capt. Jas.—Account of a voyage in the Pacific, made in 1793death, Sk., &c.
-94. 1 vol. 4to. London : 1804.
Ellis, W. —Authentic Narrative of a Voyage performed by Capts. Cook
Capt. C. visited the S. I. several times previous to the above voyage.
and Clerke, during the years 1776-80. 2 vols. Bvo. London: 1782. In April, 1791, he landed at Waimea, Kauai, a Ram
and an Ewe, the
Knipps, Andrew, D. D., F. R. S. —Life of Captain James Cook. .Lon- first sheep on our Islands.
1796.
don: 1788.
the Daedalus—l79s-98. 1 vol 4to
in
Broughton's
standard
and
reliable
work.
Voyage
Discovery
of
A
: 1804.
London
Ltdyard, John—Life of, by Jared Sparks. Boston : 1847.
Arrived at Waimea, Kauai, Feb. 3, 1796, and on his return from the
Ledyard was attached to Captain Cook's third expedition, as sergeant Coast
of America, stopped here the following July.
of marines. He as well as Captain Gore were Americans. Two edi1802.
tions of the above work have been published in London. The first wa%
reviewed by Sir John Barrow, in the London Quarterly. The original TurnbuU, John—A voyage round the world. 1800-1804. 3 Vols.
12mo. London: 1805. 2d edition. 1 vol. 4to. London : 1813,and
journal, written by Ledyard during the voyage, was taken possession of
also in Phil., U. S.: 1810.
by the Admiralty. Soon after his return to the United States, however,
he wrote oat another, which was published in Hartford, 1783, of which
Arrived at the islands, Dec. 17, 1802, on the ship Manraret,
left Jan.
b
we have been unable to find a copy.
21, 1803.
1803.
Webber's View in the South Seas—London : [?]
Cleveland, Rick'd J. —A narrative of Voyages and Commercial EnterAccompanied the expedition under command of Capt. Cook, as artist
prises. 2 vols., 12mo. Boston: 1842.
and draughtsman. The above are additional to these published in
Three Editions have been published, the last in Boston, 1850. Also
connection with the narrative of the Voyage.
one in London, 1842. Called for one day at the Islands, 19th July,
1786, 1787.
1799,and again June 16, 1803, remaining until July 7. A review of
Porttock, Capt. JNath'l.—k Voyage round the World, performed in 1785- this work, may be found in No. American Review, July, 1842. Sec
-89. 1 vol., 4to. London : 1789.
also Appendix B, to this Catalogue.
J
1 7 8—17 9.
�i
X \\ I
11 I a
I'j .1
1"
1804.
Krusenstern,Capt. A. T.von—Reise urn die Welt, in den Jahren 1803-1806. 3 vols., 4to. St. Petersburg: 1810.
An English translation was published in London, 1814. Arrived June
7, 1804, remaining but three days. The first circumnavigation of the
globe by a Russian Ship. The expedition consisted of two ships, Nadeshda and Neva. The latter was commanded by Lisiansky, who remained longer at our Islands, and published a separate narrative, which
has also been translated into English us follows:
Lisiansky, Wrey—Narrative of a Voyage round the world in the Russian ship, Neva, ISO 3-1806. 1 vol. 4to. London : 1814.
Langsdorff, G. H. Yon—Voyage and travels, in various parts of the
World, during 1803-ISO7. Two vols., 4to. London 1814.
Ipo.
Accompanied Krusenstern.
:
,
10711-) 151 Z
Kamehamaha 11. and his Queen to their homes. The narrative was
compiled from the notes of the officers, attached to the expedition, but
the name of the author is not known. It contains also an account of the
voyage of His Majesty and suite to England, and their history while
there.
Morrell, Captain Benjmin —A Narrative of Four Voyages to the South
Seas, from 1822 to 1831, 1 vol. Bvo. New York : 1832.
Arrived June 22, 1825, remaining one week.
1826.
Beechey, Capt. F. W.—Narrative of a Voyage to the Pacific and Behring
Straits, to co-operate with the Polar Expedition, performed in H. M.
Ship Blossom, in the years 1825-28. 2 vols.,Bvo. London: 1831.
Arrived at Honolulu, May 19, 1826, sailed May 31, for the Arctic.
Returned Jan. 26, 1527, and left March 4, for East Indies.
'1828.
1800.
Campbell, Archibald—A Voyage around the World from 1806-12.
35
i
1 Duhaut-Cilly, A. —Voyage autour dv Monde, principalement a la Californie, et aux lies Sandwich, pendant les annees 1826—29. 2 vols.,
Edinburgh: 1816.
d at Hawaii, 27th Jan., 1809, and remained on the Islands Ma"
i 4, ISIO.
Bvo. Paris: 1834.
Arrived at Honolulu, Sept. 17, 1828, sailed Nov. 15.
imasa—A narrative of Voyages and travels, in the Northern and
1829.
comprising three voyages around the world, Stewart, Rev. C. S.—A visit to the South Seas, in the U. S. ship Vinof survey and discovery in the Pacific and Oricennes, during the years 1829-30. 2 vols., London and New York:
[slands. Boston 1817.
1831. 2d edition, (abridged) London : 1832.
1816.
Arrived Oct. 3, 1829, remaining until Nov. 24.
und nach der Behrings Strasse, Paulding, Lieut.—Cruise of the U. S. Sch'r Dolphin, in the Pacific.
i Otto v.—KeiseinderSud See,4to.
Weimar: 1811. English
Jahren 1815-18. 1 vol.,
1 vol., 18mo. New York: 1831.
tion, 4 vols., Bvo. London : 1821. Dutch translation, Amster;rn Hemispheres,
;r with a voyage
:
1831.
-1822.
i at Hawaii, Nov. 22, 1816, went on to Honolulu and remainiintil Dec. 14. Returned Sept. 27, 1817, leaving Oct. 14.
1819.
Meyen, Dr. J. F. F—Reise umdieErde, Aiisgefuhrt auf dem Koniglich
Preussischen Seehandlungs Schiffe Princess Louise, commandirt yon
Capitain W. Wendt, in den Jahren 1830-32. 2 vols., 4to. Berlin :
1834-35.
, Louis
de—Voyage autour dv Monde, fait par ordre dv Roi, sur
Arrived June 23,1831, remaining one month.
vettes, I'Uranie et la Physicienne, pendant les annees 1817-20.
Reynolds, J. JV.—Voyage around the world, in the U. S. Ship Potomac,
, 4t0., 1 vol. fol. Paris : 1824.
1831-34. 1 vol., Bvo. New York: 1835.
t our Islands Aug. 1819.
The Potomac, Commodore Downes, visited our islands in 1832.
.—Promenade autour dv Monde, sur les corvettes I'Uranie et Warriner, F. —Cruise of the U. S. ship Potomac around the world in
sicienne, 1817-20,commandees par M. Freycinet.
1831-34. 1 vol. 12mo. New York ; 1835.
1822.
Fanning, Capt. E. —Voyages round the world, 1 vol., Bvo. New
, G. F. —Narrative of a Visit to Brazil, Chile, Peru and the York: 1835.
1834.
ich Islands, during the years 1821-22. With miscellaneous
;s on the past and present state and political prospects of those Bennett. F. D.—Narrative of a Whaling Voyage round the World.' 2
les.
1 vol. Bvo. London 1825.
Vols., Bvo. London : 1840. 2d edition, 2 vols., Bvo. London : 1842.
d June 24, 1522,and sailed Aug. 10, for China.
Arrived April 16, 1834, remaining five weeks, returned October 2,
1834,
remaining 18 days, and again October 4, 1834, remaining one
Dan'l,
Bennett,
and
—Journal
ofVoyages
and
n, Rev.
Geo.
Esq.
month.
s, deputed by the London Missionary Society to visit their va1836.
cations in the South Sea Islands between the years 1821—29.
S.
voyage round the world, including an
W.—A
Ruschenberger,
Dr.
W.
led from original documents by Jas. Montgomery, 2 vols., Bvo.
Muscat,
to
Siam
and
1835-37. 1 vol., Bvo. Philadelin
embatsy
n: 1831. Setond edition, London: 1840. .Also published
and
London:
1838.
phia
,Bvo. Boston: 1832.
Dr. R. arrived at Honolulu, as Surgeon U. S. ship Peacock, Sept. 7,
d at Sandwich Islands in April, 1822.
1836,
and sailed Sept. 26. A severe criticism on the portion of the
1824.
work relative to the Sandwich Islands, appeared in the New York
above
Otto Von—Neue Reise urn die Welt, in den Jahren 1823-26. Cmrier and Enquirer, 1838, from Rev. C. S. Stewart, in eight letters,
Bvo. Weimar: 1830. English translation, 2 vbls., Bvo. which were answered by the Dr. in the Heraldand Sentinel of Philadeln: 1830.
phia, in the same year, in twelve letters.
A. von—Reise urn die Welt, mit der Romanzoffischen Ent- Vaillant—Voyage autour dv monde,
pendant let annees, 1836ordre dv Roi, sous lea aung Expedition, in den jahren 1815-18, auf der brigg Rurick, -37, sur la Corvette, La Bonite,
in Otto v. Kotzebue. Leipsic: 1836.
spices dv departement dc la marine. 3 vols., Bvo. 1 vol. fol. Paris:
dv
monde.
1839.
Accompagne
autour
Louis—Voyage pittoresque
Arrived Oct. 8, and sailed Oct. 24, 1836.
criptions par M. le Baron Cuvier, M. A.de Chamisso, et d'obsers sur les cranes humaines, par M. le Docteur Gall. 1 vol., fol. Barrot, Adolphe— Visit ofthe French Sloop of war Bonite to the Sand1822.
wich Islands in 1836. Translated from the original by Rev. D. Dole,
accompanied Kotzebue on his first voyage as Artist
and published in the Friend, commencing January 4, 1850.
1825.
M. Barrot gives a remarkably fair, intelligent and impartial account
to
the
Sandwich
Islands. 1 vol., 4to. London i of the Islands and their government, as he found them in 1836.
—Voyage
ord
,~
,
•
1837.
red at Lahaina, May 4. 1825. Visited Honolulu and Hawaii, Belcher, Sir Edto'd—Narrative of a voyage round the world, performed
ly 18th. Lord Byron, (cousin of the poet and successor of in H. M. Ship Sulphur, during the years 1836-4*. 2 wis. Bro.
i,) was commissioned to convey the bodies of his H. M.
�36
Arrived at Honolulu July 8, 1837. sailed July 27. Returned May
30, 1839, and left June 16.
Proceedings ofH. B. M. Ship Sulphur, in the Pacific Ocean.—Nautical
Magazine and Naval Chronicle. London 1838.
Petit Thouars, Abel du—Capitaine dv Vaisseau, voyage autour dv
Monde, sur la Fregate la Venus. 4 vols., Bvo., and atlas. Paris :
:
An edition in the German language, Hanover: 1553. Arrived at
Honolulu, May 9, and sailed May 19, 1847, for the Arctic. Returned
Oct. 16, 1850, and sailed for China Nov'r 3rd. The above narrative
was written by the Botanist of the Expedition, B. S., Captain Kellett
taking charge of another expedition, soon after his return home.
HUI, S. H.—Travels in the Sandwich and Society Islands.
1 vol.
London: 1856.
Arrived July 10, and sailed July 25, 1837. The above voyage was Arrived Jan. 29, and sailed May 5, 1849. A review of the above
undertaken,«more particularly to obtain information "On the Whale work may be found in Revue dcs Deux Mcndes, Dec. 1856.
fishery in the Pacific Ocean." The commander negotiated a Treaty Perkins, Edw'd T. —Na Motu, or Reef Rovings in the South Seas, a
with oor government, and appointed Jules Dudoit, Esq., French ConsuNarrative of adventures at the Hawaiian, Georgian and Society Isllar Agent, the first at our Islands.
ands, with maps and an appendix, relating to the resources, social
and political condition of Polynesia and subjects of interest in the PaTownsend, John X. —Narrative of a Journey, across the Rocky Mouncific. 1 vol. New York : 1854.
tains, to the Columbia River, and a
to the Sandwich Islands, &r.
Arrived April 1849, remained on the islands twenty months.
1 vol., Bvo. Philadelphia: 1839.
1852.
Taylor, F. W. Chaplain {/. S. N.—The Flag Ship, or a Voyage round
the world, by the U. S. Ship Columbia. 2 vols. 12mo. New York Virgin, C. A. —Voynge autour dv Monde, surla Fregnte Suedoise, l'Eu1840.
genie, execute pendant les annees 1851-53. Stockholm, 1858-59.
Laplace, M.—Capitaine dc Vaisseau, Compagne dc circumnavigation
Arrived at Honolulu June 22, 1852, sailed for the coast July 3rd.
ac la Fregate I'Artemise, pendant les annees, 1837-40. Public par Returned in August, remaining' two days. This voyage was published
ordre dv Roi. 3 vols., Bvo. Paris : 1841-43.
in both the Swedish and French languages. Also an editon in German
at Berlin : 1856.
Arrived July 9, oailed July 20, 1839.
Andersson, N.J. —En werldsomsegling skildrad i bref. Under expedi1840.
tionen ined fregatten Eugenic, aren 1851-53. 3 vols. Stockholm :
Wilkes, Charles, U. S. N.—Narrative of the U. S. Exploring Expedition
1853-54.
during the years 1838-42. 5 vols., 4t0., and atlas. 1848.
Mr. A. was attached to the Eugenic as botanist.
Two Editions have been published at Philadelphia and an abridged
one at London. Arrived Sept. 24, 1840.
Gerstaecker, F. —Narrative of a Journey round the world. 1 vol., Bvo.
Lights and Shadows of a Sailor's Life, —being a narrative of the U. S. New York: 1854.
1859.
Exploring Expedition. Boston; 1847.
the Amoor and the Pacific, with notices of
—Japan,
H.
Arthur
Tilley,
Belcher, J. Hens/taw —A narrative of a voyage in the United States East other places, comprised in.a voyage of circumnavigation in the ImpeIndia Squadron, under Commodore Read. 2 vols. New York: rial Russian Corvette Rynda in 1858-60. London: 1861.
CapVn Fenton. —A cruise in the Pacific, from the log of a naval
Olmstead, F. A.—lncidents of a Whaling voyage. 1 vol. New York ; Aylmer,
officer. 2 vols. London : 1860.
A work of no value as concerns our Islands.
1842.
Simpson, Sir Geo.—Gov. in Chief of the Hudson's Bay Company's Territories in North America. Narrative of a Journey around the
world, during the years 1841-42. 2 vols. Bvo. London : 1847.
Historical and Miscellaneous Works.
Arrived Feb. 10,and sailed Mar. 24, 1842.
nines. Rev. G.—Oregon, its history, &c., with extended remarks of a voy- Answers to Questions—Proposed by his Excellency, R. C. Wyllie, H.
Minister of Foreign Relations, and addressed to all the Missionaries
age round the world. New York: 1857.
in the Hawaiian Islands, May, 1846. Pamphlet. Honolulu : 1848.
Arrived Feb. 27, and left April 3, 1844.
Valuable evidence from credible authorities. The position, however,
1846.
the missionaries hold, as teachers, ministers or priests, to the naSteen, Bide—Bericht iiber die Reise der corvette Galathea urn die Welt, that
tives, has interfered with their furnishing full and reliable testimony,
in den Jahren 1845-47, yon W. Rosen. 2 vols., Bvo. Copenhagen on some of the most important points of inquiry.
andLeipsic: 1852.
Advertiser, Scotland —of Ist November, 1864, in which is given a
Arrived at Honolulu, Oct. 5, and sailed from Hilo, Nov. 16, 1846. Ayr
correct and impartial account of the progress of the Hawaiian
more
The Narrative was compiled by the Surgeon, Dr. Rosen.
Government under a Free Constitution, since 1845, than was ever
before given by any writer on our islands.
Walpole, F.—Four years in H. M. S. Collingswood. 2 vols., Bvo
London: 1849. (Second edition) Four years in the Pacific, from Bingham, Hiram—A residence of twenty one years in the Sandwich
1844-48. 2 vols.,Bvo. London: 1851.
Islands,#rthe Civil, Religious and Political history of those Islands:
contajaing a particular view of the missionary operations, connected
Arrived Aug. 6, and sailed Sept. 3, 1846.
with the Introduction of Christianity and civilization, among the HaWue, Lieut. U. S. N.—Los Gringos. U. S. and London : 1849.
waiian people. Hartford and New York: 1847.
Visited our Islands on U. S. Ship Independence, Sept. 1848.
Cheever, Rev. H. T. —Life in the Sandwich Islands, or the Heart of the
Wood, D..—Late Fleet Surgeon of the U. S. Squadron in the Pacific Pacific, as it was and is. 1 vol. New York: 1851.
Wandering sketches of People and Things in South America, PolyDo. —The Island world of the Pacific. 1 vol. New York and London :
nesia, and other places. 1849.
1851.
Colton, Ret'd fl., Y. S. N.—Deck and Port, or incidents of a cruise in
Sandwich or Hawaiian Islands, their History and relations
the U. S. ship Congress, to California, with sketches of Rio Janeiro, Do.to—The
the
of the world. Biblical Repository, New York, July, 1849.
rest
Valparaiso, Honolulu and San Francisco. Ivol. New York : 1850.
Coke, Hon. Henry J.—A ride over the Rocky Mountains, to Oregon
1849.
Seemann, Berthold— Narrative of the Voyage of H. M. S. Herald, during and the Rocky Mountains. London : 1854.
the years 1845-51, under the command of Capt. Henry Kellett, R.
Chapter IX, giving an account of Honolulu, the King and GovernN., being a circumnavigation of the globe, and three cruises to the ment, showing the great inferiority of the writer to M. Barrot, in all
Arctic Regions, in search ofSir John Franklin. 2 vols., Bvo. Lon- respects, for which the latter deserves credit, as an acute observer and a
gentleman.
:
�37
Dibble, Sheldon—History of the Sandwich Islands. Lahainaluna: 1843.
The Author enjoyed peculiar facilities for collecting the early and
traditionary history of the Islands, which comprises the most valuable
portion of the work. The more recent portion is incorrect in many cases.
Ellis, W. —Narrative of a tour through Hawaii or Owyhee, with remarks on the history, traditions, customs and languages of the inhabitants of the Sandwich Islands. 1 vol,, Bvo. London : 1826.
The above tour was made in the year 1823.
Gairdner, Meredith—Observations made during a voyage from England
to N. W. coast of America. Edinburgh New Phil. Journal. V01.16.
Gill. W.—South Sea Islanders. 1 vol. London.
Greenhow, Rob't—History of the N. W. Coast of America. 1 vol. Bvo.
New York: 1640.
The few remarks on the Sandwich Islands, in this work, are incor-
Threlkeld, L. E.—A Key to the structure of the language spoken by the
aborigines in the vicinity of Hunter River, N. S.
together with
comparisons of Polynesian and other dialects. Sydney: 1850.
The author was a Missionary at Tahiti.
Wizard of the North—A series of letters published in the Aberdeen
Herald, and intended to be published in a book of travels.
Wood, Dr. R. W.—Sandwich Islands, climate, population, government,
productions, commerce, reciprocity treaty with the United States. Dc
Bow's Review, March, 1857.
Wyllie, Hon. Rob't Crichton—Dedicated to His Majesty. Notes on the
shipping, trade, agriculture, climate, diseases, religious institutions,
civil and social condition, mercantile and financial policy of the Sandwich or Hawaiian Islands. Viewed in relation to other Groups of
Islands, and to the natural and acquired advantages of the Sandwich
or Hawaiian Islands. Pamphlet. Honolulu, 1845. Originally published in the "Friend," commencing May, 1845 ; republished entire
rect, with one exception.
in the Colonial Magazine, London, 1846.
Jacobs, Alf.—Les Europeans dans l'Oceanie, Essais d'education morale
A
valuable document, containing a mass of information, not to be
jnies
dans
les
col
dv
Pacific
et
les
lies
Sandwich.
Revue
et religieuse
found elsewhere.
dcs Deux Mondes, Sept. 1859.
A new work on the Islands will soon appear from the pen of Manley
Jarves, Jos. J.—History of the Hawaiian or Sandwich Islands. BosHopkins, Esq., H. H. Ms Charge d'Affairesand Consul General in LonHonolulu
1847.
:
edition,
1843.
3rd
ton and London
i
don. Mr. Jarves also contemplates a new and illustrated edition of his
Do. —Scenes and Scenery in the Sandwich Islands. Boston and Lon- interesting history.
don: 1843-44.
Do.—Kiana, a Tradition of Hawaii. Ivol. Boston: 1857.
Works Relating to the Catholic and Protestant
Do.—The Sandwich or Hawaiian Islands, with a review of the past and
Missions.
present condition of the the Polynesian groups, generally in connexion Anderson—Memorial Vol. of the first Fifty Years of the American
with their relations to commerce and Christianity. Hunt's Merchants
Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions. Boston: 1861.
Magazine, July, 1843.
American
Missionaries at the Sandwich Islands. Refutation of the charIrving, Washington —Astoria. 2 vols., Bvo. Philadelphia : 1835.
ges brought against them by the Roman Catholics. Boston: 1841.
Islands of the Pacific—Quarterly Review, July, 1859.
Bachelot, M. Alexis—Prefet apostolique dcs lies Sandwich. Lettres dc.
Lang, John Dunmore—View of the origin and migrations of the PolyAnn. dc Propagation dc la Foi, 1830, p. 274.
the
ancient
nations,
and
demonstrating
discovery
progressiva
nesian
The above is preceded by a brief historical account of the Sandwich
settlement of the continent of America. 1 vol. 12mo. London : 1834. Islands.
Les lies Sandwich en 1858—Nouv. Ann. dc la Marine, April, 1859.
Do.—Lettre dc. Ann. Prop, dc la Foi, 1835. p. 16.
Moolelo Hawaii, Hawaiian History—Written by the scholars and revised
Preceded by a history of the foundation of the Missionsry Society
by one of the teachers of the High School at Lahainaluna.
Pic-Pus," to which was confided the evangelization of the natives
"dc
The above does not comprise all of the original manuscript. A sec- of the Pacific.
was
theßev'd
J. F. Pogue
published by
ond Edition, somewhat enlarged
in Honolulu, 1858. A translation into English by the Rev. R. Tinker, Do-—Lettre dc, contenant le detail dc l'expulsion dcs missionaires dcs
lies Sandwich.
may be found in the Hawaiian Spectator, January, 1839.
We have before us a lithographic copy of the above letter. It has
Moerenhout, J. A.—Consul General dcs Etats, Unis aux lies Ocennien- not appeared in any other form.
nes. Voyages aux lies dv Grand Ocean, contenant, dcs documens nouIn addition to the above, letters from the Rt. Rev'd Bishop Maigret
veaux sur la geographic, physique et politique et dcs considerations and other members of the Catholic
Mission, may be found through sucgenerates, sur leur commerce, leur histoire, et leur gouvernement de- cessive numbers of the above magazine.
recules,
les
a
nos
vols.
Paris : 1837.
plus
jours. 2
puis les temps
Bartimeus, or the Sandwich Islands—Rev'd H. Bingham. Am. Tract
with reference to the wants of seamen. NauPacific Ocean—considered
Society.
tical Magazine, 1856.
Castle, Sam'l N.—An account of the transactions connected with the
Poe, Francis—The Hawaiian, Islands. Deßow's Review, May, 1858.
visit of the I'Artemise. Remarks on the manifesto and the treatment
Roe, Dr. John, of liana, East Maui—An Essay, on the great antiquity •of the missionaries. Pamphlet, Honolulu: 1839.
of the Hawaiian people and of their language, and its affinities with
Published also in the Hawaiian Spectator, October, 1839.
the Sanscrit, Greek, Latin, &c., in the form of a Letter, addressed, Campbell, John—Maritime Discoveries
and Christian Missions, considerunder date of March, 1862, to the Minister of Foreign Affairs—now ed in their natural relations. 1 vol. 7v0.,
London : 1840.
ready for publication.
Dibble,
Sheldon—
History
and
General
views
of the Sandwich Island
Remy, Jules —Recits dun Vieux Sauvage, pour servir a l'histoire
Mission. 1 vol., New York: 1839.
sur
Marne,
dc
Hawaii.
Challons
1859.
ancienne
Do.—Voice from abroad, or thoughts on missions. 1844.
Containing an account of early Hawaiian customs, by an old native,
Instructions to the Prudential Committee—to the several reinforcements
and a portion ofthe Mele "Kawelo" in French and Hawaiian.
sent out to the Sandwich Island mission. Boston.
Rooings in the Pacific, from 1837 to 1849—with a glance at California,
Review, Jan., 1844 Comments on the course of MissionaEdinburgh
resident
at
long
Tahiti.
vols.
London
1851.
2
:
by a merchant
ries in this Kingdom.
is
an
Lucett,
name
Englishman.
Author's
The
Ellis, Mrs Mary Mercy—Memoir by Rev. W. Ellis. Boston: 1836.
Sandwich Island Notes, by a Haole—New York : 1854.
Green, Rev'd J. S.—Notices of the life, character and labors of the
The Author's name is Bates, visited the islands during 1853.
late Bartimeus L. Puaaiki. Lahainaluna. 1844.
Simpson, Alexander —The Sandwich Islands. Progress of events since
Reviewed in Polynesian, October 12, 1844.
Cook,
their
Lord
by
Capt.
by
George
occupation
their discovery
Hunt,
Rev'd T. Dwight —Lectures. San Francisco.
Paulet, their value and importance. Pamphlet. London : 1843.
Stewart, Rev'd C. S.—Journal of a residence in the Sandwich Isl- Mills, Rev. Sam'l J.—Memoirs of, by Gardner Scew. D D. New
ands, during the years 1823-25. London and New York: 1828. York: 1820.
Abridged edition, Dublin: 1830.
Missionary Herald. Boston, from 1821.
The Hawaiian or Sandwich Islands. Nautical Magazine, 1858.
Sailor's Magazine. New York, from 1828,
�THE FRIEND, >l\
38
Missionary Records. Religious Tract Society, London: 1840.
Mission at the Sandwich Islands. Christian Examiner. Boston: 1835.
Missionary's Daughter. 1 vol., New York : 1841
Missionary Gazetteer, comprising a view of tho Inhabitants and the
Geographical description of the countries and places, where the Protestant missionaries have labored. Woodstock; 1825.
Memoirs of American Missionaries, with an introductory essay by the
Rev'd G. Struthers. 1 vol. Glasgow: 1834.
Contains the lives ofRevs. H. Bingham, A. Thurston, and J. S. Green.
Obookiah, Henry—Memoirs of, by Rev. E. W. Dwight. New York
1833. •
Orme, W. —A defence of the Missions in the South Sens and Sandwich
Islands, against the misrepresentations, contained in a lute number of
the Quarterly Review. 1 vol. London ; 1827.
References will be found in the above work, to the several articles in
newspapers and magazines, called forth by the attack referred to above.
Parker, Mrs.—The Sandwich Islands ns they are, not as they should be.
San Francisco : 1852.
Reports of the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions —
from 1821.
Read, Rev'd Hollis—The Hand of God in History, or Divine Providence
historically illustrated, in the extension und establishment of Christianity. Hartford 1549.
Statement—ln regard to introduction of Catholic priests on the Sandwich Islands in 1826. By an old resident. Boston Mercantile Journal, Feb. 14, 1840.
South Sea Missions —A vindication of, Ivol., Svo. London: 1831.
Supplement to the Sandwich Island Mirror—pamphlet. Honolulu 1840.
The above pamphlet together with the one by Sam'l N. Castle, contains the statements of either party (Protestant and Catholic) ns to the
:
:
:
establishment of the Catholic religion on the islands.
Tinker, Rev'd R. —Sermons, with a Biographical sketch, by M. L. P.
Thompson, D. D. 1 vol. New York 1856.
Tracey, Rev. S.—History of the American Board of Foreign Missions.
1 vol., Svo. Worcester : 1840. Second edition, Boston i 1842.
Wheeler, Dan'l—Extracts from the letters and journals of, on a visit to
:
:
the Pacific Islands. London 1840. An abridged cd. Phila.: 1859.
Arrived at our islands, Dec. 26, 1835, and remained until June 16,
1836.
tin
Newspapers and Periodicals.
tho Order of their Publication.
Engrlixli.
SanZiuiut Island Gazette and Journal of Commerce—S. D. MackinEditor, (weekly,) August, 1836, to July, 1839.
Established in opposition chiefly, to the government policy on the
Catholic question. Was discontinued the week Capt. Laplace, on the
frigate rArtemise sailed from Honolulu.
Hawaiian Spectator—conducted by an association of gentlemen. (Quarterly.) January, 1838 to Oct., 1839.
Sandwich Island Mirrorand Commercial Gazette—Conducted by individuals ofthe Foreign Society at Oahu. (Monthly.) August, 1839.
Polynesian— J. J. Jarves, Editor, (weekly.) First series, June 6, 1840,
to Dec. 4, 1841.
Discontinued during the absence of the Editor in the United States,
was recommenced on his return, in May, 1844, and soon after (July,
1844,) was purchased by the Government and became its "Official Journal," and remained so until Nov. 2,1861, when it was leased to Abraham
Fornander, Esq., its present Editor and Publisher.
It did not at all
times, however, during the above period, represent the Government policy. The following are the names of the gentlemen who conducted the
under appointment from Government as Directors or Editors : Jat.
Saper,
ackson Jarves, to January 29, 1848; Charles E. Hitchcock, to December 23, 1848; C. Gordon Hopkins, to May 14, 1849; Edwin O. Hall
to June 30, 1865; G. Gordon Hopkins, to October, 1860 ; Abraham
fornander, to November 2, 1861.
»tosh,
"***■
brTsTsTsTbTI
..
1862.
The Friend—Rev. S. C. Damon, Editor, January, 1843. Continued.
During 1845-47 semi-monthly, the remsining period monthly with
two interruptions, from February, 1851, to May,'. 1852, and from May
to September. 1849. The first year, was published as the Temperanre
Advocate nnd Seaman's Friend.
Hawaiian Cascade and Miscellany.—Published by the Hawaiian Total
Abstinence Society. (Monthly.) November, 1844, to August, 1845.
The Monitor—Rev'd D. Dole, Editor, (monthly,) January to December,
1845.—A Child's paper.
Oahu Fountain—J. Peacock, Editor, (monthly), from January to October, 1547. A temperance paper.
Sandwich Island News—By a committee of Foreign Residents, (weekly,)
from September 2, 1846, to August 25, 1847.
Honolulu Times—(weekly) from November, 1849 to July, 1861. Henry
L. Sheldon, Editor, the first six months. Edward C Munn during
the remaining period.
Transactions of the Hoi/al Huwaiia7i Agricultural Society. 2 vols., Hvo
Honolulu: 1860-M.
Weekly Argus—A. Fornnncier, Editor, from June, 1852, to August,
1853.
The Amateur—published by Hawaiian Juvenile Society.
A. W. CarAugust, 1858.
New Era and Weekly Argus, —A. Pomander? Editor, from October,
1863, to July, 1856.
Smdwich Island Monthly Magazine, —A. Fornander, Editor, January
26, to July, 1556.
Pacific Commercial Aihmrtiui H. M. Whitney, Editor, (weekly,) July,
1866, Continued.
Some time during the year lsV), a few numbers of a satirical paper,
in letter sheet form, was issued at Honolulu, of which we have not been
Stole to obtain n copy.
ter, Editor.
Hawaiian.
Hawaii, (Hawaiinn Luminary), edited by Rev'd L. Andrews, at
Lahniunluln, Feb'y 14 to December 26, 1834.
The first Newspnper published on the Hawaiian Islands or in the Pacific. The wood cuts which illustrate it, were engraved by Dr. Chapin,
Missionary I'hysicinn, resident at Lnhaina.
Kunnt Hawaii, (Hawaiian Monitor), Rev'd Mr. Tinker, Editor, November, 12. 1834.
Nonanona, (The Ant,) Rev'd R. Armstrong, Editor, July 6, 1841, to
March 18, 1846.
Elele Hawaii. (Hawaiinn Messenger,) Rev'd R. Armstrong, Editor
March, 1845, to 1855.
Nuhou, (The News,) James W. Marsh, Editor, March 10, 1854.
Hoe Hawaii, (Hawaiian Flag,) J. Fuller, Editor. March 5, 1856 to
December, 1861.
Hoku Loa, (Morning Star,) edited by members of the Protestant Mission.
(Monthly.) July 2, 1859. Continued.
No Hoku Loa, Kalavina, (monthly), by the Catholic Mission, from July
to December, 1859.
Hoe Kiritiano, (Christian Flag) by the Catholic Mission. January,
1850. Continued.
Hoku oka Pakimka, (Pacific Star, weekly), September 7, 1861. Continued.
Nupepa Kuokoa, (Independent Press, weekly,) September, 1861. Continued.
Ijama
Scientific.
The following is the most incomplete section of the Catalogue. The
Scientific results, of several of the Surveying Expeditions that have
visited our Islands, are appended to the Narratives. Reports published
separate, are only included herewith.
Works and articles on the Mollusca, are reserved for publication in
another form. Those interested in the study of volcanic phenomena,
will find in the last edition of "Daubeny on Volcanoes," a complete list
�39
Ball, J.—Remarks on Geological features of Oahu, Sandwich Islands. Lyman, C. S. —Recent condition of Kilauea. Silliman's Journal, vol.
12, page 75.
Silliman's Journal, vol. 28, page 15.
Silliman's
of
at
Sandwich
Islands.
Mauiw. Loa, Hawaii —Geological character of. Silliman's Journal, vol.
Bingham, H.—Fall Meteorites the
Journal, vol. 49, page 407.
16, page 346.
Brandt, J. F. —Prodomus descriptions animulium ab H. Mertunsio, in Do. —and Mauna Kea. Silliman's Journal, vol. 11, page 4.
orbis terrarum circumnavigatione, observatorum. 1 vol., 4to. Pe- Parker, —On volcano of Kilauea, with map. Silliman's Journal, vol
trop: 1835.
40, page 117.
Mertens was attached to the "Seniuvine," Captain Lutke, as natu- Rooke, T. C. B. —Remarkable agitation of the sea at the Sandwich Is
ralist. His letters may be found in Gazette dc St. Petersburg.
lands. Silliman's Journal, vol. 37, page 3bB.
Candle Mut Tree, Sandwich Islands,—Sill. Journal, vol. 34. j»ge 209. Stanley, Earl of Derby, —On the breeding of the Sandwich Island goose.
Coan, T.—On eruption of Mauna Loa in 1851. Silliman's Journal,
Proceedings Zoological Society, London. Vol. 2, page 41.
vol. 13, page 395.
Sleimrt, C. S. —Volcano of Kilauea. Silliman's Journal, vol. 11, page
368.
Do. —On eroption of Mauna Loa In 1852. Silliman's Journal, vol. 14,
Do. —Notices of Kilauea. Silliman's Journal, vol. 20, page 229.
page 205-219.
Do. —On Kilauea, Silliman's Journal, vol 16, page 68, anil vol. 18, Vigors, N. A. —On n new species of Barnacle Goose, " Barnacla Sandwichensis. Proceedings, Zoological Society, London. Vol. 1, page
pn<*e 96.
Journal,
vol.
06.
Kiluueu,
of
Hawaii.
Silliimin's
P.
J.
—Volcano
Co'ithouy
Volcanic Ashes, scoria of Hawaii. Silliman's Journal, vol. 16, page 348.
41, page 200.
Do. —Remarks upon Coral Formations in the Pacific. 1 vol., Bvo. Voyage dc I'Uranie et la Physicienne.
Boston : 1842.
Zoologic —Quoy and Gaimard, 1 vol. 4to. und atlas, 96 pi. Paris: 1824.
Chamisso, Ad de—Eysonhardt (C. G.) Dc nnimalibus quibusdnin c
—Gaudichaud, 1 vol. 4to, atlas. 120 pi.
Botanique
duce
Otho
dc
classe Vermium, (Lipne) in circumnavigatione tcrrae,
Kotzebue, annislßls-lS,pemctn,observatis. 1 vol. 4to. Berlin: 1819. Navigation et hydrographie—Freycinet. 2 vols. 4to, Atlas, 1826.
Dana, James D.—Eruption of Mauna Loa, Ha waii, Sillimnn's Journal Observation dv pendule —4to. 1842.
May, 1859.
Voyage dc la Bonite.
Ellis. W.—Oa the burning chasms of Ponohohoa, in Hawaii, one of Zoologie—EydouxetSouleyet, 2 vols., Svo, atlas, 150pi. Paris: 1841the Sandwich Islands. Brewster'* Journal of Science, first series, -52.
vol. 5, page 303.
Botanique—Montague et Gaudichaud, 3 vols., Svo, atlas, 6 pi. Paris :
1844-61.
Do. —On the volcano of Kilauea, Hawaii, one of the Sandwich Islands.
Brewster's Journal of Srience, first series, vol. 6, page 151.
Zoiip/iytologie —Laurent, 1 vol. Bvo., atlas, 6 pi. Paris , 1844.
Gairdner, Meredith—Physico Geognostic sketch of the Islund of Geologic et Mineralogie—Chevalier. 1 vol., Svo. Parif : 1844.
Oahu, one of the Sandwich Islands. Edinburgh New Philosophical
Physique et Meteorolgie —Darondeau et Chevalier, 1 vol., Svo. Paris :
Journal. Vol. 11, page 1.
1840-46.
1838,
with
notes
by
Dr.
April,
Republished in Hawaiian Spectator,
Voyage dc la Venus.
G. P. Judd.
Goodrich, J.—On the volcanic character of the island of Hawaii. Silli- Zoologie—Geoffrey St. Hilaire, &c. 1 vol., Bvo, atlas, 79 pi. Paris:
1855.
man's Journal, vol. 11, page 1.
volcanic
of
—Brongniart et Decaisne, 1 vol., Bvo., atlas, 28 pi.
Botanique
the
and
phenomena
of
some
of
Volcanoes
Do. —Notices
Hawaii. Silliman's Journal, vol. 25, page 199.
Physique—DeTessan, 5 vols., 8vo„ atlas, 19 Cartes.
The text of the Zoology does not appear to be complete. There was
Gould, John—Description of a new species of the Genus Moho. Ann.
also
published an "Atlas Pittoresques," containing 70 plates and a large
London,
Natural
1861.
History,
February,
of
of the World.
chart
from
fish,
new
of
the
J.
of
three
—Description
species
Gray, Dr. 4'.
Voyage of the Sulphur.
SandwichIslands. Zoological Miscellany, page 33.
Green, W. L. —Geological notices of the Sandwich Islands. Sandwich Botany—Edited by R. B. Hinds, Descriptions by George Bentham. 1
vol., Svo, atlas, 60 plates. London 1844.
Island Magazine. April, 1856,
Sandwich
Zoology—
affinis,
S.
S.—On
a
new
from
the
Edited by R. B. Hinds, 2 vols., 4to. London; 1843-45.
Apus
species
Haldeman,
Voyage Eugenic.
Islands. Emmons, American Journal. 1847.
Do, On the artificial production of capillary lava. Proc. Acad. Phil. Physique—E. Skogman. 1 vol., 4to. Stockholm: 1858.
Botanique—Andersson. 1 vol., 4to, (not complete). Stockholm ; 1857.
Vol. 4, page 5.
1 part, Stockholm : 1858.
Haskell, Professor Rob't C.—A visit to the recent eruption of Mauna Zoologie—not completed.
American Exploring Expedition.
Loa, Hawaii. Silliman's Journal, July, 1859.
Ethnography and Philology—Horatio Hale, 1 vol. 4to.,3maps, PhilaHistorical sketch of eruptions of the volcano of Mauna Loa, Hawaii, delphia : 1846.
Nautical Magazine, July and August, 1859.
Zoophytes—James D. Dana. 1 vol. 4to, atlas 61 plates. Philadelphia
1849-49.
Hoffman, E. —Observations geognostiques, faites pendant un voyage auMammalia and Ornithology—Titian R. Peale, (was suppressed.) Philtour dv monde, par Kotzebue. Karst. Archiv, Ist serios, vol. 2.
adelphia, 1848.
Jackson, Chat. T. —On specimens of lava, presented to the Society by
the American Board of Foreign Missions, from the volcano Kilauea Do.— John Cassin, 1 vol., 4t0., atlas, 53 plates. Philadelphia : 1858.
Pickering. 1 vol.; 4to. Philadelphia : 1846.
in Hawaii. Proceedings Boston Society of Nat. History, 1841, p. 22. Races of Men—Charles
Dana, 1 vol., 4to, and atlas, 21 plates. Philadel—James
Geology
D.
Kelly, Edw'd G. —Remarks on the Geological features of Hawaii.
phia! 1849.
Silliman's Journal, vol. 40, page 117.
Wilkes, U. S. N. 1 voL, 4t0., 4to. 1851.
yon
—Twenty-four views of the vegetation of die coasts MoUusca—Augustus A. Gould. 1 vol., 4to? Atlas, 52 pi. 1852-66.
Kittlitz, P. H.
and islands of the Pacific, taken during the exploring voyage of the Crustacea—James D. Dana, 2 vols., 4to. Atlas, 96 plates. 1852-55.
Russian Corvette " Senjawin," Captain Lutke, in the years 1827-29. Botany, Phanerogamia—Asa Gray. 1 vol. 4t0., atlas, 100 plates. New
London: 1861.
York: 1864-67
Translated from the original edition in German and edited by Ber- Do.—Cryptogamia, Filices, including Lycopodiacae and Hydropterides.
W. D. Brackenridge. 1 vol. 4t0., At(as, 46 pi. Philadelphia: 1856.
thold Seemann.
Lichenstein, H.—Beitrag zur Omithologischen Fauna, yon Califomien Geographical Description of plants and animals —Charles Pickering.
1 vol. 4to. Boston : 1664.
und über einige Vogel yon den Sandwichs Inseln. Abh. Berlin
Hcrpetology—S. F. Baird. 1 vol. 4to and atlas. Philadelphia : 1866.
Akad. 1838, pp. 417.
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Rica—Mr. Holstein, of the R. A. Gardens, has
urnished us a sample of some Hawaiian culivaed rioe. He lent the paddy to San Francisco,
We can respond ditto to
where it wu cleaned.
lie remark that it -equals the best of Carolina
ice ! If our agriculturists can produce an arcle like this, then let us not despair for the Sandwich Islands. We have seen it quoted at 11)
cents per pound in the San Francisco market.
MARINE JOURNAL.
PHONRLTFUI
S, . .
ARRIVALS.
April 3—Am ihfp loonlam, Ileustii, 80 days fm Sydney, with
coal nod passengers for SanFrancisco. Came Into
port for water, Jtec.
J—Am barkentine Constitution, Keller, from Lahaina.
ft—Haw wb bark Harmony, Molteno, from Margaret
Bay, with 000 brls wh this season.
6—Am bark Arctic. Hammond, 132 days from Boston,
with assorted merchandise to C. Brewer & Co,
A—Russ.-Am. Co.*s ship Nicolai 1., Kroglus, from Cronstadt, Tla Copenhagen, Hamburg and St. Catherine's. Put in here for freih supples.
A—Haw wh brig Kohola, Brummerhop, fm Turtle Bay,
with 700 brls wh this season.
B—Haw wh sch Emma Itooke, Wilbur, from Margarita
Bay, with 460 brls wh this season.
o—Am clipper ship Sky Lark, Y. A. Burseley, 15 days
from Ban Fr incisco, en route for China; sailed
again same day.
10—Am wh bark Barnstable, Brownson, fromKawafhae,
stood off and on, and sailed again on the 12thfor
the Arctic.
—flaw
11
wh sch Kalama, Keller, from Turtle Bay. She
had mated with the brig Comet, and reports about
1200 brls between them.
13—Britishbark Kathleen, Dudley, 17 days from San
Francisco, in ballast.
13—Am wh ship Reindeer, Raynor, from Kawalhae,
stood off and on, and sailed again on the 14thfor
the Arctic.
14—Olden, wh biig Comet, Wilhelm, 16 days from Turtle
Bay. (See sch Kalama's report above.)
16—Am wh ship Champion, Worth, fromLahaina stood
off and* on, and sailed again same day for Arctic.
17—Am clipper ship Charmer, Lucas, 14 days from San
Francisco, en route for Hongkong \ anchored and
sailed again same day.
IS—Am clipper shipFlying Childers, Lester, 16 days fm
Ssn Francisco, en route fur China—left a few
papers, etc., and continued on her course.
33—Am wb ship C. W. Morgan, Hamilton, from California Coast, viaLahaina, with 600 brls this season ;
lying off and on.
33—Ambark Comet, Smith, 14 days from San Francisco.
36—Haw sch Marilda, Copeland, 11 days from Farming's
Island,with about 11,000 gallons cocoanut oil.
28—Haw wh sch Maria, Corastock, from San Diego. She
was Tender to the ship Ocean.
36—Ambark What Cheer, Raymond, 16 days from San
Francisco.
38—Am wh ship Ocean, Clark, from San Diego, 000 brls
(21 whales) this season.
30—Am clipper ship Syren, Green, 14 days from San
Francisco, en rente for Manila—ancnored outside.
She satis again to-day.
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ADVERTISEMENTS.
ya.xjc^'i'ioasraDjnirt..
ET Russian-American Company's ship Nicntoi 1., Krogini,
reporu—Left Honolulu the 30th January, 1881. Touched it
St. Catharine's (Brasil,) aod Copenhagen, and arrived at Cronstadt June 32. Balled again Oct. 13. Stopped at Copenhagen,
Hamburg, and St. Catherine's. Encountered very bad weather
Id the North Seaand English Channel during the month of
Norember. Rounded Cape Horn, from 60 8. in the Atlantic
°
to 60° 8. In the Pecine, In 13 dayi. Crowed the Line, Pacific
•ide, March 36th, In long. 138° lb W. Too. the N.E. trade.
very fresh In lat. 3° N. Waa 13 days from the Line to Honolulu—arrlred April6, after a passage of 134 sailing days from
OranaUdt. Pat in here for refreshments and water. Will nut
•m for Sitka
17 Bark Arctic, Hammond, reports—Left Boston Nor. 24.
Crossed the equator, Atlantic side, In 38 days ; from thence to
Cape Horn, 40 days. Crossed the Line, Pacific side. In long.
131° W., 118 days out. Sighted Hani April 6, at BA. M., and
arrived at Honolulu next day, after a passage of 182 days.
Ob let Passage out, spoke the following vessels —Feb. 5, lat.
M° 83**., long. 86 s 12 W., ship Westward Ho, from San Francisco, bound to Hew York. Feb. 12, lat. 67 38 8., long. 73s
46 W., signalled an Ingltsh ship steering Bast, showing dlstlnglshlng pennant l»oa. 5881. Match Ist, lat. 83 ° $8 8., long.
•3° St W.,eapDUed Peruvian schoonerAna Falcone, with provisionsand waist i she was SO days out from Panama,bound to
:
°
Yalparaie*.
—
For Viotoeu, F I—oar Constitution, April Is—H H Sawyer,
Cbas Heine, John Harris.
For 8a» Ftusonoo—par Speedwell, April 19—8 N Castle,
Miss J A Osllsk, Mrs Pusssroy, Wm H Johnson, John Indesn,
AlfredChaterer, J P Symooda.
For Basttu-per R. W- Wood, April 30—J W Pfluger, A
Ohlsen, Ohas Wsgnsr, Master Otto Wlddemann.
FroM Baa Faasciaoo— Per Const, Aprs 38—Mrs MAP DsyIsy, Miss ■ W Peck, Mrs R Horn and t children, Mr B M Anw>OT,JTWa«ertoass.Jr, Capt Asa W Fish, Mr 6 Wsatherbee.
Wfc Wood, Obenker and Wile, Onchong, 8 Onuen,Kent Whig.
J. H. COLE,
(SUCCESSOR TO A. P. IVBR«TT.)
DIED.
AUCTIOKTEEn.
HCMPHRCTB—In this city, on Thursday, April 10, Mr. William
Humphreys, Assistant Clerk of the Supreme Court, in the 03d
year of bis age, formerly a resident of Brighton, England.
The deceased has been a resident of the Islands during the
last eleven years,and moat of that period In Honolulu. He was
a remarkablyupright, conscientiousand Christian man, and for
several years a Deacon of Fort Street Church. His last sickness
was exceedingly painful and distressing, and to the surprise of
many. It appears he has been for many years, a severe sufferer,
although his uniform cheerfulness indicated health. Hepossessed one trait eminently worthy of imitation, a most thorough familiarity with the Sacred Scriptures, and a most remarkable facility for applying Bible truth. The old Testament whs, In his
mind, a book of "living- oracles."—Ed.
Gibson—Died In Honolulu, April 4th. Mr. Thomas Gibson, an
Englishman. Hehad been a residentupon the Islands formany
years.
Brown—Died at the U. S. Hospital, Honolulu, John Patterson
alias Brown. Reported to have come from near Bangor, Maine.
He had been several years a resident in Honolulu.
II by wood—Diedat Queen's Hospital, April 17, Mr. Joseph
Heywood, a native of New York state, and for twenty-five years
a resident in Honolulu and on the Island of Kauai.
Crosby—Died at Queen's Hospital. Honolulu, April 20, Mr.
Charles Crosby, a native of Ireland, but recently a resident of
California. He has a brother residingat 138Bowery, New York
city. [New York papers please copy.]
Docqhby—Died atthe U. S. Hospital, April 23, Won. Doughcy
of Brooklyn, N. Y. He came out seaman on board ''Daniel
Wood.' 1 He was an inmate of the hospital at Hilo during the
last three years.
Wing—At Hauhoakol, Honolulu, April 13, of typhoid fever,
Rebecca N. Winn, adopted daughter of Mr. Chaa. Wing, shipwright, aged 6 yearsand IS days. [New Bedford papers please
copy.]
Cand AGs—ln Honolulu, April 16, of consumption, Charles E.
Candage.aged 27 years, a native ofBlue Hill,State of Maine.
Hiyward—At the Queen's Hospital. April 17, JosephHeywani, a native of the United States, aged about 55 years—an
—
old resident of these islands.
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11HE
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At his late rooms, Queen Street.
11. W. SEVERANCE,
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HONOLULU, H. I,
,
GUILLOIJ, >I. D
United States Nary, late Consular Physician to
American seamen and general practitioner.
Office corner Kaatiutnanu and Merchant streets, and residenrst Dr. Wood's Mansion, Hotel strcut.
Medical and Surgical advice in English, French, Spanish, and
Italian.
Office hours from 11 a. v. to 2 r. M.; at other hours inquire at
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Late
Surgeon
H. BTANGENWALD, M. D„
PHYSICIAN AND SURCEON,
Late New York City Dispensary Physician, member of the
Medico Chlrurgical College and of the Pathological Society
of New York.
Office at Dr. Judd's Drug Store, on Kort Street. Residence in
Nuusnu Valley, opposite that of E. O. Hall, Esq. 877-ly
C. H. WETMORE, M. D.
SURGEON.
CONSULAR PHYSICIAN*
Tosick American Seamen, and general practitioner,
HILO, HAWAII, S. 1.
N. B.—Medicine Chests carefully replenished at the
HII.O DRUG
6-tf
STORE.
CHARTS FOR SALE.
BE SEEN at the Harbor Master's Office, Charts of
theNorth and South Pacific, Intl'an and Pacific Oceana,
alarjie
scale; China »n-l Japan Seas, .Sec. Likewise a Sexon
tant, (double arch) by Tmughton, an Aneroid, llertburg1! Kast
3
India Directory and sundry nautical works.
MAY
CIIA3. H. LCHT.
SHERMAN PECK
UNDERSIGNED BEGS LEAVE res-
C. BREWER & CO.,
pectfully to inform his frlemls and the public generally,
that havingrecently enlarged his premises, he is now prepared
to doall work In the above line, with dispatch and in a workmanlike manner.
Commission & Shipping Merchants,
Koa and Pine Coffins always on hand.
—REFER TO—
FURNITURE REPAIRED.
Jobbing done on reasonable terms.
HENRY ALIEN, Fortst,
Opposite the Fanvly Grocery and Feed Store.
NEW AND SECOND-HAND
MEMORANDA.
PASSENGERS.
MARRIED.
Gaoaus—Cosssr—At Kahlllpall, Kan, March 8, by H. L.
SluMon, Circuit Judge, Mr. 11. Ueorge to Mary Corney, of
Waiohinu.
IlrrcHOKi—Ci»TL»—At Honolulu, April 11, by the Rev. K.
C»rwln, Kdwsrd 0. Hitchcock, of Molokai, to Mary T., oldest
daughter of Samuel N. Castle, Esq., of Honolulu.
FURNITURE.
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AGENTS OF THE
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(CT All freightarriring in transitu forthe Sandwich Islands,
will bereceived and forwarJed by the "Regular Dispatch Line'
rasa or oowouiok.
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merchandise, sale of whalemen's bills, and other exchange, la.
aurance ofmerchandise and specie under open policies, sappy,
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Manila.
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Second-hand Fnrnitnre Bought at
H. ALLEN'S CARPENTER SHOP,
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Honolulu,
KAWAIHAE. HAWAII,
Will continue the General Merchandise and Shipping buslnes
at the above port, where they are prepared to furnish the
justly celebrated Kawalhae Potatoes, and such other re
emits as are required by whale ships at the shortestnotice,
367-ly
and on the most reasonable terms.
SAM'L
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CASTLE A COOKE,
IMPORTERS AND WHOLESALE AND RETAIL
DEALERS IX
GENERAL
MERCHANDISE,
At the old stand, corner of King and School streets,
near the large Stone Church. Also, at the Store
formerly occupied by C. H. Nicholson, in King street,
opposite the Seamen's Chapel.
I3T Agents for Jayne's Medicines.
HARDWABE STORE.
ODD FELLOWS' BUILDING, ON FOBT BTREET,
T OCRS of all kinds, Hinges, Screws, Tacks, Rali ion, Cat and Wrought Nails, Spikes, Brads,
Files, Carpenters' Tools of all kinds, Pocket and
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Mallets, and numerous other articles, for sale at the
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W. N. LADD.
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FRIEND
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THE FRIEND.
APRIL 1, 1862.
Good News from America.
The news from the United States is of
the most thrilling interest. Every arrival
from San Francisco, brings the intelligence
of one or more Federal victories. After the
battle of Bull Run on the 23d of July, the
Government and people of the United States,
fully realized that the rebellion was a foe requiring a strong arm to put it down. They addressed themselves to the work. It took about
six months to arm and equip an army of six
hundred thousand and blockade a roast of
two thousand miles. During this season of
preparation the South was crying, " come on,"
" one southern soldier is equal to five northerners," " the black flag is our banner," " we
ask no quarter, neither give any." The
Northern leaders kept quietly at the work of
preparation, waiting for the right moment to
strike. The time has come for the strike to
be made, and already Kentucky, Missouri,
and Tennessee have been nearly cleared of
Secession troops. The latest intelligence is,
that Manassas has fallen, and the Northern
armies flushed with victory ars upon theirtriumphant march southward. We hope the day
is near at hand, when the rebellious traitors
will be put to flight and the Union lovers,
scattered throughout the rebel States, will be
allowed to speak out their patriotic sentiments.
The plague spot of slavery, we
are glad to learn, is already disappearing
Its doom is sealed.
/rom that favored land.
«*»z.
Washington's Farewell Address.
CONTENTS
Far April. 1802.
Oootl Nrw» from America
WMhltifton'i Farewell Addreu
Correspondence of the Friend
Ufa Prolonged by Care
A Loyal American Conaul
The Stone Fleet
Marine Journal,4c
L 1,
\m Sttm, dbi. nThe Farewell Address of George
Washington, President,
We have been led to publish, in our colTo the People of the United States, on
umns, this interesting and farewell address
Septembeb 17, 1196.
by the Father of our country, inconsequence
of President Lincoln's recommendation, that
this document should be read by ministers of
all religious denominations, in their churches
on the 22d of February—Washington's Birth
Day. From late newspapers, we learn that
the President's recommendation was generally compLied with on that day. It was also
read by Chaplains in the army and navy of
the United States. The friends and lovers
of their country, do not wish for a reconstruction or remodeling of the great political edifice, but they do desire to maintnm
the old Union,and for the attainment of this
desirable end they are pouring out their
treasure and their blood. The question is
sometimes asked, for what are the Americans
fighting ? We answer, for their country, for
the union of the States, for constitutional
liberty. We hope the warfare will not cease
until over that broad land the flag of our
country shall again wave in triumph. When
that time arrives, it is our honest belief that
there will be a strong, prosperous and peaceful nation.
Death of the Commissioner and Consul
France.—The funeral of M. Emile
Perrin will be attended this day. This distinguished Representative of the Empire of
France, died on the 29th uk., in consequence
of an injnry received by a fall from his
horse, which terminated fatally in the disease
of the lock jaw. The deceased experienced
great suffering during the short period of his
sickness. He has officiated as the Representative of France, since 1862, and had
made his arrangements to return to France
during the current year. He was fifty-two
years of age. His office will be filled, for the
present, by his able Secretary, Chancellor
M. Varigny, who has oiled that station during the last seven years.
of
Friends and Fellow-citizen*:
The period for a new election of a citizen
to administer the Executive Government of
the United States being not far distant, and
the time actually arrived when your thoughts
must be employed in designating the person
who is to be clothed with that important
trust, it appears to me proper, especially as
it may conduce to a more distinct expression
of the public voice, that I should now apprise you of the resolution I have firmed, to
decline being considered among the number
of those out of whom a choice is to be made.
I beg you, at the same time, to do me the
justice to be assured that this resolution bus
not been taken without a strict regard to all
the considerations appertaining to the relation which binds a dutiful citizen to his country ; and that, in withdrawing the tender of
service, which silence, in my situation, might
imply, I am influenced by no diminution of
zeal for your future interest; no deficiency of
grateful respect for your past kindness; but
am supported by a full conviction that the
step is compatible with both.
The acceptance of, and continuance hitherto in, the office to which your suffrages
have twice called me, have been a uniform
sacrifice of inclination to the opinion of duty,
and to a deference for what appeared to be
your desire. I constantly hoped that it
would have been much earlier in my power,
consistently with motives which I was not at
liberty to disregard, to return to that
meat from which I had been reluctantly
drawn. The strength of my inclination to
do this, previous to the last election, had even
led to the preparation of an address to declare it to you; but mature reflection on the
then perplexed and critical posture of oar
affairs with foreign nations, and the unanimous advice of persons entitled to my confidence, impelled me to abandon the idem.
I rejoice that the state of your concerns,
external as well at internal, no longer renders
the pursuit of inclination incompatible with
the sentiment of doty or propriety i and "»
rapursuaded, whatever partiality may
tained for my services, that, in the present.
bei
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THE FRIEND, APRIL, 1812.
of our country, you will not to you with the more freedom, as you can
only see in them the disinterested warnings
disapprove ray determination to retire.
The impressions with which 1 first under- of a parting friend, who can possibly have no
motive to bias his counsel; nor can
took the arduous trust were explained on the
as
the
of
this
an encouragement to it, your indischarge
forget,
In
occasion.
proper
trust, I will only say, that I have with good dulgent reception of my sentiments on a
intentions contributed towards the organiza- tormer and not dissimilar occasion.
Interwoven as is the love of liberty with
tion and administration of the Government
the best exertions of which a very fallible every ligament of your hearts, no recomjudgment was capable. Not unconscious in mendation of mine is necessary to fortify or
the outset of the inferiority of my qualifica- confirm the attachment.
The unity of government, which constitions, experience, in my own eyes—perhaps
still more in the eyes of others—has strength- tutes you one people, is also now dear to you.
ened tbe motives to diffidence of myself; and It is justly so; for it is a main pillar in the
every day the increasing weight of years ad- edifice of your real independence—the supmonishes me, more and more, that the shade port of your tranquility at home, your peace
of retirement is as necessary to me as it will abroad, of your safety, of your prosperity, of
be welcome. Satisfied that if any circum- that very liberty which you so highly prize.
stances hare given peculiar value to my ser- But as it is easy to forsee that, from differvices, they were temporary, I have the con- ent causes and from different quarters, much
solation to believe that, while choice and pains will be taken, many artifices employed,
prudence invite me to quit the political scene, jto weaken in your minds the conviction of
this truth ; as this is the point in your politipatriotism does not forbid it.
In looking forward to the moment which cal fortress against which the batteries of
is intended to terminate the career of my internal and external enemies will be most
public life, my feelings do not permit me to constantly and activefy (though often covertly
suspend the deep acknowledgement of that and insidiously) directed,—it is of infinite
debt of gratitude which I owe to my moment that you should properly estimate
beloved country for the many honors it has the immense value of your national union to
conferred upon me; still more for the stead- your collective and individual happiness;
fast confidence with which it has supported that you should cherish a cordial, habitual,
me ; and for the opportunities I have thence and immovable attachment to it; accustomenjoyed of manifesting my inviolable attach- ing yourselves to think nnd speak of it as of
ment, by services faithful and persevering, the palladium of your political safety and
though in usefulness unequal to my zeal. If prosperity; watching for its preservation
benefits have resulted to our country from with jealous anxiety ; discountenancing whatthese services, let it always be remembered to ever may suggest even a suspicion that it
your praise, and as an instructive example in can, in any event, be abandoned; and indigour annals, that, under circumstances in nantly frowning upon the first dawning of
which the passions, agitated in every direc- every attempt to alienate any portion of our
tion, were liable to mislead ; amidst appear- country trom the rest, or to enfeeble the saances sometimes dubious, vicissitudes of for- cred ties which now link together the various
tune often discouraging; in situations in parts.
For this you have every inducement of
which, not unfrequently, want of success has
countenanced the spirit of criticism,—the sympathy and interest. Citizens by birth or
constancy of your support was the essential choice, of a common country, that country
prop of the efforts, and a guarantee of the has a right to concentrate your affections.
plans, by which they were effected. Pro- The name of American which belongs to you
foundly penetrated with this idea, I shall in your national capacity, must always excarry it with me to my grave, as a strong in- alt the just pride of patriotism, more than
citement to unceasing vows, that Heaven any appellation derived from local discrimimay continue to you the choicest tokens of nations. With slight shades of difference,
its beneficence; that your union and brother- you have the same religion, manners, habits,
ly affection may be perpetual; that the free and political principles. You have in a comConstitution, which is the work of your mon cause fought and triumphed together;
hands, may be sacredly maintained ; that its the independence and liberty you possess are
administration, in every department, may be the work of joint counsels and joint efforts,
stamped with wisdom and virtue; that in of common dangers, and successes.
fine, the happiness of tbe people of these
But these considerations, however powerStates, under the auspices of liberty, may be fully they address themselves to your senmade complete, by so careful a preservation sibility, are greatly outweighed by those
and so prudent a use of this blessing as will which" apply more immediately to your interacquire to them the glory of recommending est ; here every portion of our country finds
it to the applause, the affection, and the the most commanding motives for carefully
adoption of every nation which is yet a guarding and preserving the union of the
whole.
stranger to it.
The North, in an unrestrained intercourse
Here, perhaps, I ought to stop; but a solicitude for your welfare, which cannot end but with the South, protected by the equal laws
with my life, and the apprehension of danger of a common government, finds in the pronatural to that solicitude, urge me on an ductions of the latter, great additional reoccasion like the present, to offer to your sources of maritime and commercial entersolemn contemplation, and to recommend to prise, and precious materials of manufacturing
your frequentreview, some sentiments, which industry. The South, in the same intercourse,
are the result of much reflection, of no incon- benefiting by the agency of the North, sees
siderable observation, and which appear to its agriculture grow, and .its commerce exme all-important to the permanency of your pand. Turning partly into its own channels
felicity as a people. These will be affoided the seamen of the North, it finds its particu.
circumstances
rrsonal
lar navigation invigorated; and while it
contributes, in different ways, to nourish and
increase the general mass of the national
navigation, it look* forward to the protection
of a maritime strength to which itself is unequally adapted. The East in like intercourse
with the West, already finds, and in the
progressive improvement of interior communication, by land and water, will more and
more find, a valuable vent for the commodities which it brings from abroad, or manufactures at home. The West derives from the
East supplies requisite to its growth and
comfort; and what is perhap; of still greater
consequence, it must, of necessity, owe the
secure enjoyment of indispensable outlets for
its productions, to the weight, influence, and
the future maritime strength of the Atlantic
side of the Union, directed by an indissoluble
community of interest as one nation. Any
other tenure by which the West can hold
this essential advantage, whether derived
from its own separate strength, or from an
apostate and unnatural connexion with any
foreign power, must be intrinsically precarious.
While, then, every part of our country
thus feels an immmediate and particular interest in union, all the parts combined cannot
fail to find, in the united mass of means and
efforts, greater strength, greater resource,
proportionably greater security from externa!
danger, a less frequent interruption of their
pence by foreign nations; and what is of inestimable value, they must derive from union
an exemption from those broils and wars
between themselves, which so frequently
afflict neighboring countries, not tied together
by the same government; which their own
rivalships alone would be sufficient to produce, but which opposite foreign alliances,
attachments, and intrigues, would stimulate
and imbitter. Hence, likewise, they will
avoid the necessity of those over-grown military establishments, which under any form
of government, are inauspicious to liberty,
and which are to be regarded as particularly
hostile to republican liberty; in this sense it
is that your union ought to be considered as
a main prop of your liberty, and that the
love of the one ought to endear to you the
preservation of the other.
These considerations speak a persuasive
language to every reflecting and virtuous
mind, and exhibit the continuance of tbe
Union as a primary object of patriotic desire.
Is there a doubt, whether a common government can embrace so large a sphere? Let
experience resolve it. To listen to mere
speculation, in such a case, were criminal.
We are authorized to hope, that a proper
organization of the whole, with the auxiliary
agency of governments for the respective
subdivisions, will afford a happy issue to the
experiment. It is well worth a fair and full
experiment. With such powerful and obvious motives to Union, affecting all parts of
our country, while experience shall not have
demonstrated its impracticability, there will
always be reason to distrutt the patriotism of
those, who, in any quarter, may endeavor to
weaken its bands.
In contemplating the causes which may
disturb our Union, it occurs as a matter of
serious concern, that any ground should have
been furnished for characterizing parties by
geographical discriminations—Northern aad
Southern—Atlantic and Western : whence
�THE FRIEND, APRIL, 1 862.
designing men may endeavor to excite a to put in the place of the delegated will of
belief that there is a real difference of local the nation, tbe will of a party, often a small
interests and views. One of the expedients but artful and enterprising minority of the
of party to acquire influence within particu- community ; and according to the alternate
lar districts, is to misrepresent the opinions triumphs of different parties, to make tra
and aims of other districts. You cannot public administration the mirror of the ilrshield yourselves too much against the jeal- concerted and incongruous projects of faction,
ousies and heart-burnings which spring from rather than the organ of consistent and
these misrepresentations; they tend to render wholesome plans, digested by common counalien to each other those who ought to be sels, and modified by mutual interests.
bound together by fraternal affection. The
However combinations or associations of
inhabitants of our western country have late- the above description may now and then
ly had a useful lesson on this head; they answer popular ends, they are likely, in the
have seen in the negotiation by the Execu- course of time and tilings, to become potent
tive, and in the unanimous ratification by the engines by which cunning, ambitious, and unSenate, of the treaty with Spain, and in the principled men, will be enabled to subvert
universal satisfaction at that event through- the power of the people, and to usurp for
out the United States, a decisive proof how themselves the reins of Government; destroyunfounded were the suspicions propagated ing, nfterwards, the very engines which had
among them, of a policy in the General Gov- lifted them to unjust dominion.
ernment, and in the Atlantic States, unTowards the preservation of your Governfriendly to their interests in regard to the ment, and the permanency of your present
Mississippi: they have been witnessess to happy state, it is requisite, not only that you
the formation of two treaties—that with Great
discountenance irregular oppositions
Britain, and that with Spain, which secure steadily
to its acknowledged authority, but also that
resto them every thing they could desire in
you resist with care the spirit of innovation
pect to our foreign relations, towards conupon its
however specious the
firming their prosperity. Will it not be pretexts. principles,
One
method
of assault may be to
their wisdom to rely for the preservation of effect, in the forms of the Constitution,
alterthese advantages on the Union by which
will impair the energy of the
ations
which
not
hence- system, and thus to undermine what cannot
they were procured ? Will they
forth be deaf to those advisers, if such they be directly overthrown. In all the changes
are, who would sever them from their breth- to which you may be invited, remember that
ren, and connect them with aliens ?
time and habit are at least as necessary to
To the efficacy and permanency of your fix the true character of governments as of
Union, a Government for the whole is indis- other human institutions; that experience is
pensable. No alliance, however strict between the surest standard by which to test the real
the parts, can be an adequate substitute; tendency of the existing constitution of a
they must inevitably experience the infrac- country; that facility in changes, upon the
tions and interruptions which all alliances, credit of mere hypothesis and opinion, expoin all time, have experienced. Sensible of ses to perpetual change, from the endless
this momentous truth, you have improv- variety of hypothesis and opinion; and reed upon your first essay, by the adoption of member, especially, that for the efficient
a Constitution of Government better calculatmanagement of your common interests in a
ed than your former for an intimate Union, country so extensive as ours, a Government
and for the efficacious management of your of as much vigor as is consistent with the
former common concerns. This Government, perfect security of liberty, is indispensable.
the offspring of our own choice, uninfluenced Liberty itself will find in such a Government,
and unawed, adopted upon full investigation with powers properly distributed and adand mature deliberation, completely free in justed, its surest guardian. It is, indeed,
its principles, in the distribution of its little else than a name, where the Governpowers, uniting security with energy, and ment is too feeble to withstand the enterprises
containing within itself a provision for its of faction, top confine each member of the
own amendment, has a just claim to your society within the limits prescribed by the
confidence and support. Respect for its au- laws, and to maintain all in the secure tranquil
thority, compliance with its laws, acquies- enjoyment of the rights of person and property.
cence in its measures, are duties enjoined by
I have, already intimated to you the danthe fundamental maxims of true liberty. ger of parties in the State, with particular
bases
of
our
is
theright
The
political systems,
reference to the founding of them on geoof the people to make and to alter their con- graphical discriminations. Let me now take
stitutions of Government: but the Constitu- a more comprehensive view, and warn you,
tion which at any time exists, till changed in the most solemn manner, against the
by an explicit and authentic act of the whole baneful effects of the spirit of party generally.
people, is sacredly obligatory upon all. The
This spirit, unfortunately, is inseparable
very idea of the power, and the right of the from
our nature, having its root in the
pre-supposes
Government,
to
establish
people
stongest
passions of the human mind. It
the duty of every individual to obey the exists under different
shapes, in all Governestablished Government.
ments,
stifled,
controlled, or remore
or
less
All obstructions to the execution of the pressed ; but in those of the popular form it
laws, all combinations and associations, un- is seen in its greatest rankness,
and is truly
der whatever plausible character, with the their worst enemy.
real design to direct, control, counteract, or
The alternate domination of one faction
awe the regular deliberat on and action of
sharpened by the spirit of rethe constituted authorities, are destructive to over another,
natural
to party dissension, which, in
venge,
of
fatal
tenand
principle,
this fundamental
countries, has perpetrated
different
and
ages
faction,
to
dency. They serve to Organize
most horrid enormities, is itself a frightnive it an artificial Hnd extraordinary force, I the
27
ful despotism. But this leads, at length, to
a more formal and permanent despotism.
The disorders and miseries which result,
gradually incline the minds of men to seek
security and repose in the absolute power of
an individual; and, sooner or later, the chief
of some prevailing faction, more able or more
fortunate than his competitors, turns this
disposition to the purposes of his own elevation on the ruins of public liberty.
Without looking forward to an extremity
of this kind (which nevertheless, ought not
to be entirely out of sight,) the common and
continual mischiefs of the spirit of party are
sufficient to make it the interest and duty of
a wise people to discourage and restrain it.
It serves always to distract the public
councils, nnd enfeeble the public administration. It agitates the community with illfounded jealousies and false alarms; kindles
the animosity of one part against another;
foments, occasionally, riot and insurrection.
It opens the door to foreign influence and corruption, which find a facilitated access to the
Government itself, through the channels of
party passions. Thus the policy and the will
of one country are subjected to the policy and
will of another.
There is an opinion thnt parties, in free
countries, are useful checks upon the administration of the Government, and serve to
keep alive the spirit of liberty. This, within
certain limits, is probably true; and in Governments ofa monarchical cast patriotism may
look with indulgence, if not with favor, upon
the spirit of party. But in those of the popular
character, in Governments purely elective, it
is a spirit not to be encouraged. From their
natural tendency, it is certain there will
always be enough of that spirit for every
salutary purpose. And there being constant
danger of excess, the effort ought to be, by a
force of public opinion, to mitigate and assuage it. A fire nottobequenchsd, it demands
a uniform vigilance to prevent its bursting
into a flame, lest, instead of warming, it
should consume.
It is important, likewise, that the habits of
thinking, in a free country, should inspire
caution in those intrusted with its administration, to confine themselves within their
respective constitutional spheres, avoiding, in
the exercise of the powers of one department,
to encroach upon another. The spirit of
encroachment tends to consolidate the powers
of all the departments in one, and thus to
create, whatever the form of Government, a
real despotism. A just estimate of that love
of power and proneness to abuse it which
predominates in the human heart, is sufficient
to satisfy us of the truth of this position.
The necessity of reciprocal checks in tbe exercise of political power, by dividing and
distributing it into different depositories, and
constituting each the guardian of the public
weal, against invasions by the others, has
been evinced by experiments, ancient and
modern ; some of them in our own country,
under our own eyes. To preserve them
must be as ne£ssary as to institute them.
If, in the opinion of the people, the distribution or modification of tbe constitutional
powers be, in any particular, wrong, let it be
corrected by an amendment in the way which
the Constitution designates. But let there
be no change by usurpation ; for though this,
[For
31.]
30,
pp.
conclusion,
see
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K THE
THE FRIEND, APRIL, 1 862.
FKIEND.
The Mobnikg Stab—Sails to-morrow on
her sixth trip to the Marquesas Islands.
APRIL 1, 1862.
Tbe Rev. D. Baldwin, of Labaina, goes as
»\)elegate
United
Statu
or
Amesioa:
of the Hawaiian Missionary SocieTbi Coxirmrrioß or thi
With an Alphabetical Analysis ; the Declaration ty.
One Hawaiian Missionary and wife go
of Independence J Ih'e Articles of Confederal ion ;
It is expected
The prominent Political Acts of George Wash- out to join the Mission.
ington ; Electors! Voles for all the Presidents
be
about
two months.
the
vessel
absent
will
and Vio« Presidents ; the High Authorities and
Civil Officers of Government, from Maroh 4th, On her return she will proceed immediately
1789, to Maroh Bd, 1847 ; CbroDolo|ical Narra- to
Micronesia. Recent intelligence has been
tive of the severs! States ; and other interesting
matter ; with a descriptive acooont of the State received from the Marquesas Missionaries.
Papers, Public Documents, and other sources of
were well.
Political and Statistical Information at the Sent All the families
of Government. By W. Hirkty. Sixth Edition. Philadelphia: 1868.
Washington's Farewell Address, printed
in full, we copy from a volume having the
above title. It was printed under the authority of Congress, and contains u vast
amount of useful information, relating to the
several departments at Washington. We
are indebted to Mr. Secretary Seward for
this volume. When he was a Senator, he
occasionally honored the Friend with documents published under the sanction of Congress. In republishing Washington's Farewell Address, we most earnestly commend
it to our American readers, and all others
interested in this memorable document. It
ii well, just at present, when rebels and
traitors are endeavoring to overturn the government of their country, to call the attention
of all classes of American citizens to the
origin of the great North American Republic.
Our patriotic sires lived in times which
tried men's souls, but they bequeathed to us
a legacy that must not be surrendered to an
oligarchy of slaveholders. In a subsequent
number, we intend republishing the Constitution of the United States. Americans cannot have their minds too frequently recalled
to these state-documents. With Englishmen
we can exult in the legacy of the Magna
Charta, wrested from King John, on the
field of Runymede, and as Americans we
can glory in a Constitution for the defence
of which twenty millions of freemen are
pledged, and an army of six hundred thousand are contending.
Corn, Cotton and Kick on Oahu.—During a recent trip around tbe island of Oahu,
it was gratifying to observe that the corn
crop looks well at Ewa and Waialua. The
cotton crop hag thus far failed. Repeated
attempts have been made at various localities, but the young plants have been cut off by
the worms and insects. The rice crop is
promising. From two to three hundred
acres are now under cultivation, or in various stages of preparation. At some places
tbe ground is being broken up, and at others
the young plants are growing. The prospects are encouraging. At Waialua, we saw
sixteen horses in one rce patch, exercising
their pedal organs in preparing the soil. Let
it not be said that old horses cannot be put
to labor!
[Correepondenoe of the Mend.]
Oakland, Cal. March 3d 1862.
Mr. Editor :—When I accepted your
cordial invitation to write an article for the
Friend occasionally, I thought it would be
the easiest thing in the world to do. But
now that I have actually undertaken the
fulfilment of my promise, I must confess
that 1 feel somewhat terrified. It is not
that I picture you, as sitting in unappronchble majesty upon the editorial tripod, and
holding, sternly poised, the scale of literary
criticism, but some undefined terror tyrannizes over me. I have just now been looking over some back numbers of the Friend,
to see whether my trepidation were merely
that which ordinarily accompanies a first
effort in any new direction, or whether there
was any inherent cause for that distrust. I
never can turn over the pages of the Friend,
for years gone by, without feeling something
somewhat akin to reverence. Its records are
so various, so chequered, and so vivid. It is a
miniature history of eventful periods, with
commentaries. Now the editorial pen exults, in buoyant strains, as some marked indications of progress are recited, some signs
which portend that the slow, solemn march
of the world's history is rising into a purer
system, and about to swell into a jubilant,
triumphant psalm. Then, again, the record
is sad—some sudden catastrophe—some shipwreck, in which some noble lives were lost,
some great affliction, for which stricken
households can never be consoled this side
the grave. More fearful still, more pathetic,
is the brief life-tale recited of those who,
wandering recklessly over life's stormy
ocean, went farther and farther astray, and
perished in the dark, uncharted expanse of
vice, far from any shore, leaving neither
name nor work to perpetuate their memories.
The Friend contains so much life-history,
that estimated by its records, rather than its
years, it seems old—and so 1 instinctively
view it with reverence and awe on the score
of age. Do you wonder, then, that I should
start at the idea of seeing any of my
thoughts go into the Friend t Why, if I
were a writer of fiction, I would send for
the Friend at once, from Vol. I to Vol. XIX,
characters and evolve the philosophy of things.
There is a column in the Friend which
seems to involve a mystery;—it is that
headed " Information Wanted." There it
stands, issue after issue, and year after year,
a reproachful monument of the strange
perversity of the human heart! Inquiring
friends and relatives arc searching after
wanderers who have failed to report themselves. Love yearns for them, and anxiously questions concerning their fate, whether
the grave, or that other death—that heartdeath, forgetfulness, holds them. How astonishing it is that any human heart can growcold and forgetful of home associations and
the love of friends! Why do not these
wanderers return I Why do they not, at
least, write home ? Is there some Circean
island in this wide ocean, where these men
arc transformed into other natures, and by
some strange spell, held in entire forgetfulness of their former selves i Surely there
must be some fearful transformation of character, or love so strong as to search for its
lost object year after year, over the whole
world, would find them out and bring them
back ! But this fault is not confined to seafaring men, and those who leadaroving life.
Alas, a large part of the human race wanders in just such a manner. God's love
follows them, searching them out in all their
wanderings and through all their disguises,
and urges them to return. Yet, how few
return to enjoy the friendship and love of
their Maker. There must be some radical
and debasing enslavement of the human
soul, when it can thus prefer bondage to
liberty, the bitterness of sin to the sweetness
of piety !
Our stormy winter has proved very disastrous to California—at least so far as present
appearances go. Some of our cities have
been overflowed several times. Much property has been lost, and much suffering has
been endured. But I am not sure that all
these things should be considered as losses.
For present loss, there will doubtless be a
future gain. It is thought these floods may
fertilize the soil in many places where it
was nearly exhausted, and also make the
mines more productive by washing down
gold from the mountains. It is certainly to
be hoped that character will be fertilized and
enriched by these visitations. Sorrow and
suffering are not such calamities as we are
apt to suppose. They generally bring large
equivalents of self-poise and power. The
eye moistened by tears is often the very best
lens through which to look upon the world.
I dare not say a word about the absorbing
events of the day. Each hour the telegraph
brings us some additional news, and events
succeed each other with such rapidity that
there is no time to speculate upon them.
We may well feel proud of the energy and
efficiency which the government is displaying, and we have every reason to hope that
this stern civil conflict, with all its terrors
and unhappy consequences, with result in
a higher, purer aad more intense national
Yours, »e«T W"y.
life
I>
to study up
1
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THE FRIEND, APRIL, 18*2.
Life Prolonged by Care.—The longevity of the human race is steadily increasing
in civilized nations, if statistical tables can
be trusted, and the following item from The
Methodist shows the influence of good keeping; on long life:
Few men take better care of themselves
than the better class of British noblemen.
They aim to make life as perfect as possible,
to have as little jarring of the wheels and
cogs as may be. They ore, many of them,
the hardest workers and the healthiest men
in the world ; and it may be truly said that
while one part of mankind developes muscle
at the expense of brain, and the other developes brain at the expense of muscle, the
British nobleman is the only man now living
who succeeds in cultivating at once brain
and muscle. That their efforts are successful, here is a pretty good proof. Twentyfour members of the British peerage have
died within the year 1860,and these twentyfour have exactly completed on the average,
the full measure of the allotted span of
human life, the three-score years and ten."
" : Viscount Arbuthnot,
These are as follows
82; Lord Londonsborough, 54; Viscount
Southwell, 83; Viscount Gormanston, 84;
Lord Oranmore, 72; Bishop of Rochester,
84 ; Earl of Longford, 42; Baroness Strathcden, 63; Lord Fitzgerald, 60; Viscount
Guillamore, 87 ; Baroness Wentworth, 67 ;
Earl of Stafford, 82 ; Lord Heytesbury, 80;
Archbishop of York, 71; Lord Sandys, 68;
Lord Elphinstone, 53; Bishop of Worcester,
77; Earl of Lauderdale, 76; Earl of Cawdor, 70; Lord French, 74; Earl of Leven
and Melville, 75; Duke of Richmond, 69 ;
Earl Man vers, 82; Earl of Dundonald, 85.
Total of the united ages, 1,680 years, which,
being divided by 24, gives exactly 70 years
to each. It would be difficult to find a
parallel to this in any class of any country
in the world.
•O" Nearly all of Washington Irving's
works have been translated into every leading tongne of Europe. Four different translations of the Alhambra exists in German, and
three in French. Over one hundred editions
of his various works in the original English,
many of them accompanied by
notes and
vocabularies, and designed for use as textbooks in schools, have been published in
France, Germany, Denmark, and Sweden.
Versions of portions of his writings exist in
Icelandic, Finnish, Russian, Polish, Bohemian, Hungarian, and Greek, while some
of his shorter sketches of Saracenic history
have been rendered into Turkish and Vulgar
Ambic '
A Loyal American Consul.—Our American men abroad are still loyal to the Stars
and Stripes, as may be seen in the following
extract from one of our sailor boy's letters:
" While lying in port at the Bay of Islands,
1 saw a fight worthy of note, that I forgot to
mention in my last. It was between the
American Consul and Henri Davis, the Jew
merchant at the Bay. It appears that the
Jew had the English coat of arms on one of
his windows and something resembling the
American coat of arms on the other, with
a duck instead of an Eagle on it. The Consul wanted to know what it meant, and the
Jew replied, it is as good as the Americans
deserve.' As he said this the Consul seized
him and threw him out of the window.
Then he asked him if he would repeat the
offence. The Jewreplied,' The store is my
own and I'll do as I please.' Whereupon a
contest ensued, which ended as the Jew said
' I've had enough ; will not do the like again.'
Then the American sailors who were on
shore gave three cheers for the Consul, and
three more for the ' Stars and Stripes.' It
would not take many such men to quiet the
Southerners."—American Paper.
'
Namr,
Core*.
Tenedos,
Lewis,
Fortune,
Robin ilwhl
Archer
Cossack,
Amnion,
F. Henrietta,
Garland,
Harvest
American
Timor
Meteor
Rebecca Sims
L.C. Richmond
Courier,
M. Theresa
Clatt.
Ship
Bark
Ship
LATESMRINNEWS.
PORT OF HONOLULU. S. I.
ARRIVALS,
Harvest, Manchester, from Margarita
Day, 1000 brla (37 whales) tills season ; 800 lp,
1300 wli, all told.
27— Am clipper ship Ringleader, While, 121 days from
Sail Francisco.
:;u—Am bark Zoe, Lawton, from Sydney, Hobart Town,
and last from Olago, N. 1,90 days from thelatter
March 27—Amwh
,
bark
place.
Whtripnrehatti
N. Londou
N. London
N. London
N. London
Cott.
$2,300
MEMORANDA.
1,940
3,250
XT Bark Sptriwell, Com. I'aty—Left Dan Francisco 18th
March. First p..rt of the passage, had light, variable winds
4,000 During
thelast three days, she run 769 miles, with strong N.K.
Bark
9,800 winds and
N. Hertford
squally weather At 8 l*. M. on the 30th, hove to off
Bark
2,200 west end of
N. Bedford
Molokai, weather dark and squally. Cameleto
Fairharen
3.076
Bark
morning
4,000 port next
Bark
N. Bertfurrt
Ship
Harvett,
Manchester, reports—Sailed from HonoBark
N.Bedford
3,160
XT
Falrhavcn
4,000 lulu Nov. 6. Cruised in Ballinas and Margarita Bays. Left
Bark
Bdrartown
3,370 there March 8, with thirty-seven whales this season. Spoke,
Bark
sag Harbor
2,200 southward of Mftrgarlla Bay, steamer Panama, bound to San
Ship
4,000 Francisco—Ihe Captain stopped her, and kindly furnished us
Ship
Myrtle
Ship
Fairbaven
4,000 with Kastern papers to Feb. 16. Touched at Cape St. Lucas,
6,000 and finally sailed for Honolulu on the 27th. Arrived March 27
N. Bedford
Ship
Hhl|
6,000 —IS days.
N. Bedford
Ship
4,000
N. Bedford
Zot, Lawton, reports—Left Honolulu Sept. -.
tor BarkM'Rsau's
Ship
N.Bedford
4,000 Touched
Kensington,
Island and loaded. Arrived at Sidney
at
Ship
Herald
4,000 Nov. 11,and sailed again on the 19th. Arrived at HobarvTowu
N. Bedford
Nantucket
3,600 on the 26th,and saw there the ship Roman, Beasey, with 1800
Ship
Potomac,
New York
2,000 spand 800 wh | ship Roman, Hamlin, with 1160 sp and 800 tth
Peter Dem
Bark
3,160 —she Bailed Jan. Ist, 1892, to cruise | heard from ship William
N. London
Ship
I'hoenlx
5.060 Ulfford, Baker—shehad been ashore at Nse Zealand, but warn
N. Bedford
Loonldaa,
Bark
8,000 to Sydney for repairs. We left Ilobert Town on the Ist Jan.,
N.Bedford
8. America
Bark
New York
4,000 with horses and limber (or Otago, N. Zealand. Arrived at Port
Edward
Bark
4.800 Chalmers Jan. Bth, and at Dunedln on the 11th. Sailed from
Ship
Newport
Mechanic,
2,250 Otago on the 30ui, and left there ships Mountain Ware, Donlta.
Messenger
Bark
Salem
6,600 John Ryan and Norwester—waiting crews. Feb. 26th, spoke
Ship
India
N. Bedford
Noble
Bark
4,300 ship Champion, Worth, or Kdgartown, with 106 brls. spans beSan Harbor
Ship
6,000 tween seasons, bound to 11110 Touched st Kouratou, Huahto.
Valparaiso
N. Bedford
Ship
Loudon
6.000 and Walden's Island, on the passage back. Arrlvud at HonoN.
Kugiand
N.
N.London
2,600 lulu March 30. Capt. Lawton reports lbsloss of a large Sogllsh
Dove
Bark
Ship
Boston.
4,600 clipper shipby nro, off the South end of New Zealand, Jsa. 10,
Newburyport,
4.J00 but did not learnher name ; she was reported to have beam set
Newport.
Ship
William Lee
Bag Harbor
6,600 on Are by the crew.
Ship
Kmerakl,
8,160
Majestic
Bark
N. Bedford
XT Bark Katkteen, Dudley, arrived at Ban Francisco March
Stephen Young
Brig
Bedford
1,900
N.
12, IX) days from Newcastle, N. 8. W., with a cargo of coal to
to
used
for Maoondray
The total amount paid for old ships
be
k Co. She is owned by Mr. J. Wilkinson, of this
Newcastle Dee. 8,
blockading purposes io $160,205, iuoludiug 21 sours, place. The following Is her report:—" Left
moderate weather throughout thepassage. Crossed
experienced
Baltimore
and
sunk
Carolina
in N.
bought in
Inlets. tbe equator In
120W.
after
days,
longitude
Uiat had light,
14
The amount paid for propellers and other vessels northerly winds and calms. Maroh 7th. her Brat offlosr, Mr
966,000;
badly Injured
fell
while
at
was
Kocleston,
aloft,
work,and
Iron
purchased here was—propellers Daylight
ship Icontum, soon to leave fur 8. Frsosissr
Dawn 888,000; Wamtutla 927,000; ships Roman Left at Newcastle
learned,
from
San
that
Francisco,
Mr. Mcelssksi
bare since
97.400; Win. Badger 97,160; bark JCingfitker We
died shortly after |oiu| on shore at that place.
amount
to
their
paid
previous
.—^^■.—^—psss,
The
total
917,000.
purohase for the charter of the Dawn was 986,866
Bark
Ship
3,250
Myrtle
s
"
"
Oaaawara at Hsueiele. Direct to
N
-
oO—Am steamer Martin White, Lnvelt, IS days from
The Stoke Fleet.—We give below a full official
San Francisco, en route for Bhanghae, anchored
list of the old vessels purchased by the Nuvy Departoutside t sailed again next day.
ment, ami loaded with stone, for the purpose of
31—Am bark Speedwell, Com. I'aty, 13 days from San
Francisco.
the
Southern
Ports
I
blocking up
I
Thr Widow's Mite.—ln the cabinet of 68; Daylight, 988,400.
the United States Mint at Philadelphia, may Tbe ship Timor which sailed from New London
be seen a very ancient-looking and diminu- with the first stove fleet, and put into Boston in dis-on
as muou atone
tive object, labelled The Widow's, Mite." tress, isasto sail in a few days, with
is prudent for her to take. Seven vessels
It is enclosed with other Jewish coins in a board
sailed from this port on Monday; five were to sail
small case near the entrance, and the printed from New Loudon and two from Now York yesterday,
it
slip attached, which gives its name.states ruakitrg, inoludiug thoae from Boston, tbe twenly
that it was found in the ruins of Jerusalem. vessels comprising tbe second fleet
It is the smallest of copper coins, its metallic
Information Wanted ¡
value being scarcely one-tenth of our cent.
Reepeotlng Oesres T. WUb»r. He shipped in whalesalp
connected
with
associations
from
the
Yet
■ Illinois," at New Bedjord In 1863or 4. He ts reported to
of Honolulu. Any
its name as well as from its rareness, it is have subsequently sailed in the '• Lswis" out
by his friends, or Seamen's
valued beyond price, or as the attendant Information will be rladly received Mlfs
C. A. Wilbur Malta-
r.ays. "No money could buy i(."
Queen Victoria and the United States.
Thurlow Weed, writing from London to the
Albany Evening Journal, and mentioning the
Trent affair, says:—" If our people knew
how good and true a friend to America the
quea/i is, they would feel thst we are not to
be wronged in her day." We hare from
various sources similar statements, and there
can be no doubt of their correctness. Prince
Albert, before his death, protested against
war with the United States, and it is known
that the queen always adopted his views of
important auestions. Besides, she has been
exceedingly friendly to us ever since the
Prince of Wales had that enthusiastic reception in the United States.—Mass. Spy.
PASSENGERS.
'—
From San Fsmcnco—per Speedwell, March 81—Mrand Mrs
Thompson, Wm II Johnson, Captain T X Park, V H rill|>Ssl
Pong Foiik and Mrs Kll Kit.
DIED.
Vosa—Maroh 22d, at Waialua, OahaT Mr. Mesee WwSsas
L, asd
Voce, a native of Woonsocket Falls, near Providence,
aged 47 years. Bis Swath was eaassd by s kick by a borer
His funeral was attended by all she foreigner! ef taw) Swawwaß.
and tbe funeral sermon was preached by the tsv. I. I. aajsusan.
».
XT LsmJtUhwnbeearessiTedlbrtVMles^
Mr. Thomas Bala i Mr. Cafltach—(this Ms* Is m Fsmosj.)
Lerrsas— In hands of Seamen's Chaplain for Mr. Charles F
ship '• Marengo," Henry ■• Dsvel, Mr. Hiram Tartar.
WIIHam Cross, Strabsa Morgan
rl,
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THE FRIEND, APRIL, 1862.
.Addreaa—Oonoluded.
nations; cultivate peace and harmony with
one instance, may be the instrument of' all; religion and morality enjoin this conod, it is the customary weapon by which duct; and ran it be that good policy
•c Governments are destroyed. The pre- does not equally enjoin it ? It will be
dent must always greatly overbalance, ini worthy of a free, enlightened, and, at no
rmanent evil, any partial or transient ben- distant period, a great nation, to give to mant which the use can, at any time, yield.
kind the magnanimous and too novel examOf all the dispositions and habits which pie of a people always guided by an exalted
d to political prosperity, religion and mor- justice and benevolence. Who can doubt
ty are indispensable supports. In vaini that, in the course of time and things, the
would that man claim the tribute of patriot- fruits of such a plan would richly repay any
ism, who should labor to subvert these greatt temporary advantages which might be lost
pillars of human happiness, these firmestI by a steady adherence to it ? Can it be that
props of the dutiesof men and citizens. The Providence has not connected the permanent
mere politician, equally with the pious man, felicity of a nation with its virtue ? The exought to respect and to cherish them. A perimeut, at least, is recommended by every
volune could not trace all their connexionsi sentiment which ennobles human nature.
with private and public felicity. Let it sim- Alas ! is it rendered impossible by its vices ?
ply be asked, where is the security for proIn the execution nf such a plan, nothing is
perty, for reputation, for life, if the sense ofI" more essential than that permnnent inveterate
religious obligation desert the oaths whichi antipathies against particular nations, and
are the instruments of investigation in courtsi passionate attachments for others, should be
of justice} And let us with caution indulgeI excluded ; and that, in place of them, just
the supposition, that morality can be main- and amiable feelings towards all should be
tained without religion. Whatever may be cultivated. The nation which indulges toconceded to tbe influence ofrefined educationi wards another an habitual hatred, or an
on minds of peculiar structure, reason andI habitual fondness, is, in some degree, a slave.
experience both forbid us to expect that na- i It is a slave to its animosity or to its affectional morality can prevail in exclusion ofr tion; either of which is sufficient to lead it
religious principles.
astray from its duty and its interest. AntiFt is substantially true, that virtue or-1 pathy in one nation against another, disposes
morality is a necessary spring of popular each more readily to offer insult and injury,
Government. The rule, indeed, extends with to lay hold of slight causes of umbrage, and
more or less force to every species of free to be haughty and intractable, when accidenGovernment. Who, that is a sincere friend tal or trifling occasions of dispute occur.
to it, can look with indifference upon attempts Hence frequent collisions, obstinate, enveto shake the foundation of the fabric ?
nomed, and bloody contests. The nation,
Promote, then, as an object of primary im- prompted by ill will and resentment, someportance, institutions for the general diffusion times impels to war the Government, contrary
of knowledge. In proportion as the structure to the best calculations of policy. The
of a Government gives force to public opin- Government sometimes participates in the naion, it is essential that public opinion should tional propensity, and adopts, through passion
be enlightened.
what reason would reject; at other tunes it
As a very important source of strength and makes the animosity of the nation subservisecurity, cherish public credit. One method ent to projects of hostility, instigated by pride,
ot preserving it is to use it as sparingly as ambition, and other sinister and pernicious
possible; avoiding occasions of expense by motives. The peace often, sometimes percultivating peace, but remembering also that haps the liberty, of nations has been the
timely disbursements to prepare for danger, victim.
frequently prevent much greater disburseSo, likewise, a passionate attachment of
ments to repel it; avoiding, likewise, the one nation to another produces a variety of
accumulation of debt, not only by shun- evils. Sympathy for the favorite nation,
ning occasions of expense, but by vigor- facilitating the illusion of an imaginary comous exertions in time of peace to' dis- mon interest, in cases where no real common
charge the debts which unavoidable ware i interest exists, and infusing into one the enmay have occasioned, not ungenerously mities of the other, betrays the former into a
throwing upon posterity the burden which participation in the quarrels and wars of the
W« ourselves ought to bear. The execution i latter, without adequate inducement or justiof these maxims belongs to your representa- fication. It leads also to concessions to the
tives, but it is necessary that public opinion favorite nation of privileges denied to others,
should co-operate. To facilitate to them the which is apt doubly to injure the nation
performance oftheir duty, it is essential that making the concessions; by unnecessarily
ytu should practically bear in mind, that parting with what ought to have been retowards the payment of debts there must be tained, and by exciting jealousy, ill will and
revenue ; that to have revenue there must be a disposition to retaliate, in the parties from
taxes; that no taxes can be devised, which whom equal privileges are withheld ; and it
are not more or less inconvenient and un- gives to ambitious, corrupted, or deluded citpleasant ; that the intrinsic embarrassment in- izens (who devote themselves to the favorite
separable from the selection of the proper nation) facility to betray, or sacrifice the
objects, (which it always a choice of difficul- interest of their own country, without odium ;
ities,) ought to be a decisive motive for a sometimes even with popularity ; gilding with
candid construction of the conduct of the the appearance of a virtuous sense of obligaGovernment in malting it, and for a spirit tion, a commendable deference for public
of acquiescence in the measures for obtaining good, the base or foolish compliances of amrevenue, which the public exigencies may at bition, corruption, or infatuation.
any time dictate.
As avenues to foreign influence in innuObserve good faith and justice towards all merable
ways, such attachments arc particu-
''
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i
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1
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•
;
;
lady alarming to the truly enlightened and
independent patriot. How many opportunities do they afford to tamper with domestic
factions, to practise tbe art of eeduction, to
mislead public opinion, to influence or awe
the public councils! Such an attachment of
a small or weak, towards a great and powerful nation, dooms the former to be the satellite
of the latter.
Against the insidious wiles of foreign
influence (I conjure you to believe me
fellow-citizens) the jealousy of a free people
ought to b» constantly awake; since history
and experience prove thnt foreign influence
is one of the most baneful foes of republican
Government. But that jealousy, to be useful, must be impartial; else it becomes the
instrumentof the very influence to be avoided,
instead of a defence against it. Excessive
partiality for one foreign nation, and excessive dislike for another, cause those whom
they actuate to see danger only on one side,
and serve to veil, and even second, the arts
of influence on the other. Real patriots,
who may resist the intrigues of the favorite,
are liable to become susoected and odious ,
while its tools and dupes usurp the applause
and confidence of the people, to surrender
their interests.
The great rule of conduct for us, in regard
to foreign nations, is, in extending our commercial relations, to have with them as little
political connexion as possible. So far as
we have already formed engagements, let
them be fulfilled with perfect good faith.
Here let us stop.
Europe has a set of primary interests,
which to us have none, or a very remote
relation. Hence she must be engaged in
frequent controversies, the causes of which
are essentially foreign to our concerns.
Hence, therefore, it must be unwise in us to
implicate ourselves, by artificial ties, in the
ordinary vicissitudes of her politics, or the
ordinary combinations and collisions of her
friendships or enmities.
Our detached and distant situation invites
us to pursue a different course. If we remain one people, under an efficient Government, the period is not far off when we may
defy materia) injury from external annoyance;
when we may take such an attitude as will
cause the neutrality we may at any time
resolve upon, to be scrupulously respected ;
when belligerent nations, under the impossibility of making acquisitions upon us, will
not lightly hazard the giving us provocation
when we may choose peace or war, as our
interest, guided by justice, shall counsel.
Why forego the advantages of «o peculiar
a situation ? Why, quit our own to stand upon
foreign ground ? Why, by interweaving our
destiny with that of any part of Europe, entangle our peace and prosperity in the toils
of European ambition, rivalship, interest,
humor, or caprice ?
It is our true policy to steer clear of permanent alliances with any portion of the
foreign world ; so far, I mean, as we are now
at liberty to do it; for let me not be understood as capable of patronising infidelity to
existing engagements. I hold the maxim no
less applicable to public than to private
affaire, that honesty is always tbe best policy.
I repeat it, therefore, let those engagements
be observed in genuine sense. But, in my
�31
THE FRIEND, APRIL, I 812.
I MARINE JOURNAL
opinion, it is unnecessary, and would be un- mined, as far as should depend upon me, to
maintain it with moderation, perseverance,
wise to extend them.
Taking csrs slways to keep ourselves, by and firmness.
The considerations which respect the right I PORT OX HONOLULU. S. Z.
suitable establishments, on a respectable
we
trust
to
to
hold this conduct, it is not necessary on
safely
may
defensive posture,
arrivals.
emerthis
occasion to detail. 1 will only observe,
for
extraordinary
alliances
temporary
I—Am clipper ship War Hawk, Simmons, IS days from
the
that,
to
of
understanding
according
my
gencies.
Sao Francisco, with 82 tons of irelgbt for this place.
B—Haw. bark K. W. Wood. Overken, 138 days from
Harmony, and a liberal intercourse with matter, tltat right, so far from being denied
Hamburg, with mdse to H. HaokMd a Co.
all nations, are recommended by policy, hu- by any of the belligerent powers, has been
B—Russian steam corvette Calavala, 11 guns, Davidoff,
14 days from San Francisco.
But
even
our
commeradmitted
all.
virtually
by
manity and interest.
3—Am ship Oeorge Lee, Barstow, II days from Baa
The duty of holding a neutral conduct may
cial policy should hold an equal and imFrancisco, passed the port, hound to Hongkong
7—Ambrigt Josephine,Stone, 22daysfrmthe GuanoIst.
partial hand ; neither seeking nor granting be inferred, without any thing more, from
B—Am clipper ship Kurona, Robertson, 16 days from
Ban Francisco. Bailed araln for Shanghai.
exclusive favors or preferences; consult- the obligation which justice and humanity
o—Am clipper ship White Swallow, Illery, 17 days fm
nation,
of
cases
which
it
in
in
diffuson
things;
impose
every
natural
course
San Francisco. Bailed again for Hongkong.
ing the
I—Tahltlan sch Hornet, Dean, 80 days fm Huahlne, S
ing and diversifying, by gentle means, is free to act, to maintain inviolate the relaIslands, en route for Baa Franotsoo with 90,000
oranges—put in here for repairs,
the streams of commerce, but forcing noth- tions of peace and amity towards other na,I—Am clipper bark Benefactor. Davis, 13 days beat
ing; establishing, with powers so disposed, tions.
Ban Francisco. Balled again for China.
Tne inducements of interest, for observing
S—British bark Emperor, Buckmlnster, 14 days from
in order to gi'/e trade a stable course,
Monterey, en route for Shanghai-. Put In here for
merchants,
to
best
be
to
conduct,
our
and
that
referred
your
will
rights
define
the
of
to
repairs.
them,
me,
conand
With
B—Am wh ship Reindeer, Raynor, fm Margarita stay.
own reflections
experience.
enable the Government to support
1.126brie (40 whales.) this season i 100 sp, a,926
ventional rules of intercourse, the best that a predominant motive has been to endeavor
wh, 80,000 bone, voyage i 100 sp, 1400 wh, as
and
maboard—l
7 months out from Nsw Bedford.
to
settle
and
mutual
to
time
to
our
opinions
gain
country
present circumstances
!I—French wh ship General Teste, Lopes, from coast of
New Zealand, with 460 brls wh and 3000 lbs bone,
will permit, but temporary, and liable to be, ture its yet recent institutions, and to prothis season.
from time to time, abandoned or varied, as gress, without interruption, to that degree of
::'.- Vm clipper ship Mary Whltridre, Creasy. 16 days
from Sau Francisco, en route for
experience and circumstances shall dictate; strength and consistency which is necessary
not oomr Inside. Balled again on the 26th.
constantly keeping in view, that it is folly in to give it, humanly sneaking, the command
M—Haw brig Victoria. Dauelsberg, from Balleoaa Bay,
460 brls this season.
one nation to look for disinterested favors of its own fortunes.
Though in reviewing the incidents of my
from another ; that it must pay, with a porMEMORANDA.
tion of its independence, for whatever it may administration, I am unconscious of intensuch
too
sensible
character;
that by
tional error; lam nevertheless,
Report of brig Victoria, I)aaelsb*r«.
accept under that
Bay, 13th Match, with 460 brls this season
acceptance it may place itself in the condi- of my defects not to think it probable that I Left Ballenas
Reports the following vessels:
Brig Kohola, Brumerhop, Feb. 3d, at Bcsmmon't lagoon, with
tion of having given equivalents for nominal may have committed many errors. WhatBrig Comet and schooner Kalama, at same place
favors, ntid yet of being reproached with ever they may be, I fervently beseech the 11 whales.with
21 whalesbetween them.
end date,
can
the
to
more.
There
to
avert
or
evils
whales;
migitate
for
not
giving
Almighty
ingratitude
At Margarita and Ballenas Bays—Ship Harvest, 87600
Harmony.
also
1000 brls. s schooner Kmms Rooke,
carry
or
calcushall
bark
i ship
which they may tend. I
be no greater error than to expect,
10
whales
Howland,
| bit
C. W. Morgan, 14 whales; ship John
to
nation.
that
brls.
will
300
country
favors
from
nation
with
me
the
brls
bark
Sarah
hope,
my
Warren,
real
840
Carlb,
late upon,
4.
XT Ship General Teite,Lopes Left Honolulu. October
It is an illusion which experience must cure, never cease to view them with indulgence;
on the coast of New Zealand. In lat. 46° 8., long.
and that, after forty-five years of my life de- Cruised
which a just pride ought to discard.
160° W., fell in with Immense quantities of field ioe and very
large Islands of Ice ; was four days In going through. Left N.
In offering to you, my countrymen, these dicated to its service with an upright zeal,
Z. Jan. 22 i touched at Marquesas on the passane back, and
be
.Suiioeasi, with 400 brls.
counsels of an old and effectionate friend, I the faults of incompetent abilities will
saw there the Am. sperm whale bark
oil New Zealand Jan. 10—
sperm. Spoke the Genera/ Scott Honolulu.
soon
oblivion,
the
and
as
must
myself
strong
make
to
will
consigned
dare not hope they
he had taken nothing since leaving
tt Ship Reindeer, Raynor, reports—Left Honolulu Deo. 4,
lasting impression I could wish ; that they be to the mansions of rest.
on the 2«th. Took the Brat whale
as
in and arrived at Margarita Bay fairly
this,
of
in
current
the
on
its
kindness
passions,
usual
Relying
control
the
commence whaling till the
will
on the 6th Jan., but did not
fervent
plentiful
from
the
and
actuated
that
about the middleof January.
by
running
other
Found
whales
most
10th.
things,
or prevent our nation
Bay February 28. put Into Men-o'-Wer Bay for ftreman
Left
the
to
a
course which has hitherto marked the desti- love towards it which is so natural
wood, and sailed agsln March 6th. First three days, hadjjght
westerly winds, after that strong trades all the way. Arrived
ny of nations; but if I may even flatter who views in it the native soil of himself and at
18, with 1,126 brs. oil this season, having
I an- beenHonoluluMarch
absent only 3J months. Reports the following vessels
myself that they may be productive of some his progenitors for several generations,
Bay,
that
retreat
March 6. ship Harvest, Manchester, with
In Marirarita
partial benefit, some occasional good; that ticipate, with pleasing expectation,
1000 brls. oil this season. Heard from, Feb. 22 16 whales
realize,
without
recur
to
moderate
to
now
Molteoo
promise
myself
in which I
and then
Bark Harmony,
they may
11
Schooner Kmma Rooke, Wilbur
the fury of party spirit, to warn against the alloy, the sweet enjoyment of partaking, in Brig
Marts
_.
the
whales, and"sailed
to
had
taken
benign
two
Ship
Congress
Btranburg,
the
of
fellow-citizens
intrigues,
guard
2d,
foreign
my
of
midst
mischiefs
16th to cruise and home. He lost his 2d caTieer sod a
Jan.
of
of
laws
under
a
free
pretended
patriotgoverninfluence
good
against the impostures
boat's crew by desertion.
Oct. 38 i was
ism ; this hope will be a full recompense for ment^—the ever favorite object of my heart
XT Bark It. W. Wood, Oeerken—Left Hamburg
days in coming through the channel, with a heavy (ale
tho solicitude for your welfare by which and the happy reward, as I trust, of our mu- two
after
that
a
continuation
of moderate
the
had
eastward,
from
tual cares, labors, and dangers.
hreeiet from B.W. for several days. Sighted Madeira ■•»".»—
they have been dictated.
long. 30 °
Nov.
36,
Atlantic
side,
days.
13
Crossed
the
Line,
George Washingtoh.
How far, in the discharge of my official
W.—Bo days. Dee. Is, passed two spots of very discolored
breaking
1776.
on these
slightly
17tA
which
September,
reels,)
the
United
Was
principles
Statu,
water, 'sunken
duties, I have been guided by
places, about four fathoms deep i no observations eooVbetaken
redelineated,
the
public
rainy.
have
and
The
positions
been
the
weather
was
thick
which
at the time, as
MARRIED.
of these spots were, tat. 4S» 14 8., lone. 64» MW., sod let.
cords, and other evidences of my conduct,
43° 18 long. 64= 42. Dec. 34, passed through the Straits of
Honolulu, Saturday, March 1, by Boy. Le Malre, and arrived otT Oape Horn on the 36th—00 dan ;
must witness to you and the world. To AcLn-Traoun-InAttU
this
Tyboon,
place.
both
of
to Uwlnl
27th exchanged signals with dippership Aurora, at Beaton,
C Damon. James
myself, the assurance of my own conscience g Cosos—Cot-Liss-In
Chlttenango, N. V., on Tuesday, Dec. bound westward i 38th to 81st, encountered a seven- gale from
be
of
to
Samuel
the
Corel-,
L.
N.W. so tT.
W to N W„ afterwards had moderate brassesfrom
is, that I have at least believed myself
81 by the Key. J. B. Talmase, Lieut.V., and formerly
m lat.
ofHonoFlying Artillery, N. Y. 8.
Jen > mads 60" 8—74 days. Took the SB. trades
Ilavelock
side,long.
them.
of
JacobColtbe
the
Pacific
Line,
127° W., lab
guided by
26 o 8. Crossed
lulu, Hawaiian Islands, to Elisabeth L., daughter
to 0 IT., whs* the
light,
up
had
variable
winds
days
Chlttenango,
N.
Y.
i
of
16—110
°
._«_
Esq.,
-,
In relation to the still subsisting war in lier.Holt—Ha«A«4eL*si-Mareh
U, in Honolulu,by Bow. E. W. N.B. trades set in fresh, but moderated In two days after sad
continued the remainder of thepassage. Sighted Maul Maroh
Europe, my proclamation of the 22d of April, Clark, Owen J. Holt to Hanakanlanl, both of this plaos.
3d, and came Into port nestmorning at 8 o'clock—l3l days.
—^-»™»»ss«a»»»«»sii«^»»wswss»»
1793, is the index to my plan. Sanctioned
DIED.
of
PASSENGERS.
by your approving voice, and by that
law
Law—at TJ. S. Hospital, Honolulu, March 1 aMward
your Representatives in both Houses of ConIn
Thompson. He was a ship-carpenter ft* »a«y yeerethe
From Histatiao- per R. W. Wood, March B—Mr and Mrs
board
gress, the spirit of that measure has continu- aluu
Orundllng.
Honolulu. Durtna last season he was carpenter
oni
Islandsiln
a B F sailers, Mrs OmndHng, Miss
came
«othe
originally
uninfluenced
Clark.
He
any
Ocean,
me,
by
whaleshlp
For Bis Fmasoatco—per Tsnkee, Maroh38—Mrs ajllotand
ally governed
N. 8., and hM a brother resldlni In daughter, D C Waterman, Capt Chsshotn, Dr Dc WKt, Dr W
from
St.
John's,
whaleshl
attempts to deter or divert me from it.
Jseob
the parish of St. Andrew's, British North AlD«iee.
Taylor, Jamas Pettigrew, H Oilllogham. Chss Dsjjf,Hrsnss,
board whaleshlp
MeNstt, W B Wood, Henry story. P Bterra. Toss
vlrTlaf
After deliberate examination, with the aid thes£v.a-Oo
a
seaman,
Silvia,
Whits,
heart, Antone
jj A M tester, Manual Roderick, 0 W
aebask^-U.
Jesaeloe
Stth
I was well Jo«aa-Dec
For Vwteau, �. 1.-ser Beajssaln
of the best lights I could obtain,
lesion
aVrysWass »»s4en, DanfcH
SSiears.
John
aftd
We.
Jones,
Crockett,
Mooaarret,
Ooßn
under
all
the
cirsatisfied that our country,
'2*;. 'Jf*i
at Boaetalu for a number of years P»T*>"
._
P Tras, Jean Posssroy.
Mares ia--ji
From Baj fjuw»aoo-P»»iMsry.
cumstances of the case, had a right to take, rsidsssi of Ja.esltaisjsj».. eatks
wMtrMJS
<**»**>
Staph
an
Wesstsse,
Kiyesman
for
«•*»,,
tr:ir«as»SssL
Robinson,
to take, sumption, Mrs. WUbssauae B.
1«J J""' wm HflsJMsMsytalj "w evflfelQlsawtFand was bound in duty and interest
&"*£»*»■
Oaltternla
"
"
Harris,
it
of
Mamma.
I
taken
deterMr Oeorie
a neutral position. Having
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�THE FRIEND, APRIL, 1 862.
32
• ADTIITMIHIsTTI.
J. H. COLE,
AnOTIONEBR
(scocsssos to 1. r. svsarrT.)
At his
.
J. WORTH,
established himself in businetw at Uilo.
|_ Hawaii, is prepared to famish ships with
ErAVING
ATJOTIONBBn.
C. BREWER & CO.,
HONOLULU.
Wss sosaswsw business at tbe old stand on Queen street.
»1-IF_ i
HONOLULU, H. I.
<
HAS. F. <: I 11.1.0r. He I>
|
Bargeon United States Navy, late Consular Physician to
American seamen and generalpractitioner.
Office oorner Ksahumanu and Merchant streets, andresidence
at Dr. Wood's Mansion, Hotel street.
Medical and Surgical advice In Knglish, French, fpanisli, and
Italian,
omoo hours from 11 a. at.
his residence.
H.
to 2 p. a.;
at other hours
gTANGENWALD, M.
>
j
BTRKKTB ■
,
\ i>. c. a-Rfss.
tit it i lit
sxsxrwxsxsxsYaxsxsxsxrrsßs
New York.
Boston.
Ban
Mn Francisco
""«•<*•
Hongkong.
<v
UdIOMIKv
AUKNTS OF THK
Regular Dispatch Line
of Honolulu Packets.
AND SURGEON,
117 and 119 California street,
Offioe in tho New Drug Store, corner of KaahuRHraa to :
manu and Queen streets, Make* & Anthon'a Block.
I
Captain B F. Svow,
Open day and night,
Messrs. C Ba*w»e>Co.,
)
C. H. WETMOHE, M. I).
CONSULAR PHYSICIAN A SURGF.ON,
Torick American Seamen,and general practitioner,
HILO, HAWAII, 8. 1.
N. B.—Medicine Chests carefully replenished at the
6-tf
HILO DRUG STORE.
BERRIItITT
ALL
11a Mljj
<.». ■■ant
««ii: 1:11.1..
Late New York City Dispensary Physician, member of the
Medico Chlrurgical College and of the Pathological Society
XT All freightarriving in transitu for the Sandwich Islands,
will be received and forwar.led by the a Regular Dispatch Line*
of New York.
Office at Dr. Judd's Drug Store, on Fort Street. Residence in rase or commission.
Particularattention paid.to forwarding-and transhipment ot
Nuuanu Valley, opposite thatof K. 0. Hall, Esq. 277-ly
merchandise, ssle of whalemen's bills, and other exchange, In
surance of merchandiseand specie under open policies, suppy.
E. HOFFMANN,
ng whaleships, chartering ships, etc.
PHYSICIAN
ay I iff
Manilu.
SAILORS'
THE
"
Commission Merchants
ssl-ly
PHYSICIAN AND BURCEON,
UtswxUMMMlUfnsnsKs'ru^
218-17
inqnir- at
».,
H. I.
>
.
OPPICR, CORNBR OF PORT AND lIOTKL
Hoaolulss. Oahsi,
—REFHH TO—
JpBM. M. Hoon, Ksq
Jahssllcssswsll,Ken,., i
OnaaLSa Baswas, Esq., >
U. A. Parses, as).,
Mks.skh. McKt'ia* Msaaii.i.. (
Cms. Woixott Bsooiu, Ksq.,
Massss. *'». Pcstsd at Oo
Msssas. rxSLB, Hihbvli it Co
aaaaatL
ton
Commission & Shipping Merchants,
Fbjssiilsii and Burgeon, Makee'sBlock, corner Queen and Kaa
381-ly ]
bnaeena streets.
DENTIST.
~~
CHAS. H. I.UXT.
SHSKMAN rtCX
AND COMMISSION MERCHANT,
E. HOFFMANN, M. D.,
SAILOR'S HOME.
rails, ou favorable terms for Cash, Goods or Bills
on the United States.
JSMy
late rooms. Queen Street.
H. W. HEVEHANCK,
DR. J. MOTT SMITH
ADVERTISEMENTS.
ADVERTISEMENTS.
.
Honolulu.
886-ly
JAMES 1. DONLEN,
XstX orblo \A/ orker!
RETURNED TO SAN FRANCISCO,
HAHwherehe will
execute Orders from the Islands.
MR. DONLEN BEGS TO INFORM THE
HOME, BUILT AND
Honolulu Sailors' Home
owned by the
Society," has recently been placed under the management of tbe undersigned. They hope, by strict
attention and fidelity, to merit the patronage of the
seafaring community. The House hasleen built and
fitted up in a style to suit the wants of Officers and
Seamen who are spending a few weeks on shore, or
wish to remain for a single night, or a single meal.
Shower Baths on the Premises.
Ship Masters and Agents, while putting tbeir vessels under repairs, are respectfully invited to send
tbeir crews to the Home, where every attention will
be paid to their comfort.
Officers' table, with lodging, per week,
$fi
Seamens' do. do.
do.
do.
»
CAPTAIN AND MRS. OAT.
Honolulu, March 1, 1861.
Managtrt.
SAM'L
rt. CASTLE.
AMOS R.
COOK
CAKTLE <fc COOKE,
IMPORTERS AND WHOLESALE AND RETAIL
DEALEBS IN
GENERAL
MERCHANDISE,
At the old stand, corner of King and School streets,
Inhabitants of these Islands, that he Is now prepared to near the large Stone
EN <fc
Church. Also, at the Store
executeall orders in his line, such as
formerly occupied by C. H. Nicholson, in Ring street,
srecsssoas to
MONUMENTS,
opposite the Seamen's Chapel.
TOMBS, or HEAD STONES,
George W. Macy,
S*" Agents for Jayne's Medicines.
WASHSTANDS,
HAWAII,
KAWAIIIAE.
COUNTER TOPS, e/c.
Will continue the General Merchandise and Shipping buslues In a first-rate style, and on the most reasonable terms. Orders
HARDWARE STORE,
at theabove port, where they are prepared to furnish tbe from the other Islands faithfully attended to.
FELLOWS'
BUILDING, ON FORT STREET,
ODD
justly celebrated Kawalhae Potatoes, and such other re
B.—Persons
N.
In Honolulu, or other parts of the Sandwich
emits ss are required by whale ships at the shortestnotice, Islands, desirousof procuring Tomb or Head
otones, may do so
of all kinds. Hinges, Screws, Tacks, Raand on the most reasonable terms.
367-ly
by applying totheEDITOR OF THE FRIEND. Payment
zors, Cut and Wrought Nails, Spikes, Brads,
will not be demanded until the stones are landed in Honolulu,
Files, Carpenters' Tools of all kinds, Pocket and
and examined.
CHARTS FOR SALE.
LOCKS
Sheath-Knives, Marlinspikes, Caulking-Irons and
If A Y BE BEEN at the Harbor Mauler's Office. Charts of
and numerous other articles, for sale at the
ia?X tbe North and South PaolAc, Ind'anand Pacific Ooeani, BOOKS AND INSTRUMENTS FOR THE Mallets,
(tf)
owest prices, by
oq ft largf Male, Chinaand Japau Seaa, ko. Likewise a SeiW. N. LADD.
MARINER.
( double
arch) by Tmughton, an Aneroid, llervburg'i lait
Director*, and sundry nautical works.
3
D.
AT Establishment,
N. PLITNER'B Watoh and Jewelry BIBLE, BOOK and TRACT DEPOSITOR Y
in Kaahumanu street, will be
SAILOR'S HOME, HONOLULU.
foand the following works
BOOKS AND TRACTS, in the English,
"QIBLES,
Almanacks for 1860.
jtj French, Portuguese, German, Welsh, SwedMerchant's,
and
Mechanic's
Assistant
Shipmaster's
penter, Builder and
ish and Spanish languages. These books are offered
Laws of the Sea.
for sale, at cost prices, by the Hawaiian Bible and
IE UNDERSIGNED BEGS .LEAVE res»
Art
of
Sailmaking.
The
pectfuUy to Inform his friends and the public generally,
Tract Societies, but furnished
—ALSO—
that having recently enlargedhis premises, he Is now prepared
Ship's Compasses and Dividers.
GRATUITOUSLY TO SEAMEN.
to as all work la the above line, with dispatch and In a work—ALSO—
saaaliks manner.
Also, Office of The Friend, bound volumes for
Mast-head Glasses and Marine Telescope*
sale. Subscriptions received.
en band.
Coffins
—ALSO—
N. B.—Seamen belonging to vessels lying "off
Chronometers and Chronometer Watches.
FURNITURE REPAIRED.
and on," will be supplied with books and papers, by
—use
Jobbing done on reasonable terms
calling at the Depository, from 12 to 8 o'clock P. M
English Charts of North and South Paoific.
HlrtßY ALLKN, Fort St.,
8. C. DAMON, Seamen's Chaplain.
—ALSO—
Opposite the Fsm'ly Orooery and teed store.
A great variety of other articles useful to tbe
—AND—
SECOND-HAND Mariner.
Many ornamental articles, including Breast Pins,
ftjihn
htE.
Rings, Cups, 4c, &c.
A MONTHLY JOURNAL, DEVOTED TO TxWParticular attention given to repairing and rating
NEW AND SECOND- «
PERANCE, SEAMEN, MARINE AND
•afffffffffW
Chronomertes.
X hand Furnitureof every description, 01
GENERAL INTELLIGENCE,
eooetantly on hand, and for sale at Ml
1 READING ROOM, LIBRARY AND DEPOSlow priest
T
PUBLISHED
AND EDITED RV
-AIBO-
HENRY ALLEN.
:
Undertaker!
Roa and Pine
NEW AND
always
THE FRIEND :
rr u
ITORY.
WISHING
Seeondwhand Fnrnitnre Bought at OEAMEN AND OTHERS,
O to obtain books from the Sailors' Home Library,
ALLEN'S CARPENTER SHOP, will
to
the
Bethel
Sexton,who
will have
please apply
EL
KOA
Kort St., eorasite A.D. Oartwrlght's Feed Mors.
Blr RE4 t'« always ea hand.
MM*
charge of tbe Depository and Reading Room until
further notice. Per order.
SAMUEL C. DAMON.
TERMS:
On* copy, per annum,
Two copies,
Five espies.
... .
$2.06
S.OO
6.00
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Bftt) Series, M. 11,
HONOLULU, MARCH 1, 1862.
la. 3.,
CONTEXTS
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Far March,
I si;.'.
Page.
Rdilnrials
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Woman's Position in the Foreign Missionary Knterprise. .17-10
Martyrs of Errnmanga
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Letter from Japan
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Editor's Table
20,21
ThePoet and his Bride
21-23
Cotton—Cotton Seed—Cotton Gin,Ac
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Marine Journal, Marriages and Deaths
24
THE FRIEND.
MARCH 1, 1802.
Marvellous Exhibition of Human Power.—
Dr. G, B. Winßhip, at the close of a lecture delivered in Brighton recently, while standing
upon a staging at an elevation of about eight or
ten feet from the floor, lifted and sustained for a
considerable time, and without apparent difficulty, a platform suspended beneath him on which
stood twelve gentlemen, all heavier individually
than the Doctor himself, and weighing, inclusive
of the entire apparatus lifted with them, nearly
nineteen hundred pounds avtl. In tho performance
of this tremendous feat, Dr. W. employed neither
straps, bands, nor girdle—nothing in short but a
stout oaken stick, fitting across his shoulders,
and having attached to it a couple of rather formidable looking chains.
We copy the above paragraph from a late
American paper, and we have seen the statement in a \t\ie number of the Atlantic Monthly,
that he had raised a weight exceeding 2000
pound". He bas expressed the opinion that,
perhaps, he may yet raise 3,000 ! !
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{01. Series, 901. )fl.
Woman's Position in the Foreign
Missionary Enterprise:
An Address delivered Monday, Feb. 11th,
at the Funeral of Mrs. Sarah W. W.
Doane, Wife of the Rev. T. E. Doane,
Missionaries of the American Board, at
the Marshall Islands.
BY REV. S. C. DAMON.
IPublishecl by
Request.]
We are gathered this afternoon, to bury
the remains of one who left her country,
home and friends, in obedience to the command, " Go ye into all the world, and preach
the gospel to every creature." Some advocates of foreign missions have expressed the
opinion that this command was binding upon
man, but not upon woman. Those holding
this opinion have argued, and argued eloquently, that the Christian minister should
go forth to earth's remotest bounds, visiting
every continent and island inhabited by a
descendant of Adam, but he should go alone,
"
and unaccompanied by a wife. They have
urged that the missionary should be unencumbered and unembarrassed with a family
or any of those ties which bind other men to
a
home and family. In my reading and
'
of the Saviour's instructions, I find no
study
The Dashaways Again.—An effort has been shades of death as if he had been passing into his such principle enjoined.
made to reorganize the Dashaway Association, or bed-chamber. His disease was dysentery, and
This opinion, to which I have alluded, has
rather to form a new society. Last Saturday finished his life in three days. We mourn his prevailed in some branches of the nominal
and rejoice in his example. For thirty-one
loss,
evening, the following officers were chosen
years, he had been diligent in his Master's work, Christian church. It has, however, found,
A. PoTTsa—President.
and
found it to be an exceeding great reward ; during the last half-century, but few advoVice-Preiident
G. W. Mills—
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and now he has, I cannot doubt, entered into cates among the friends of Protestant misAlsx. BoLSTia—Secretary.
Jso. Lanut—Treasurer.
the joy of his Lord.' "
sions to the heathen. la Europe and AmeriMost earnestly we hope this society may be
ca, the idea has become established, that in
successful. The evils of intemperance are so
How Many Balls Kill.—Marshal Saxe, a order to convert the world to Christ, the
flagrant and wide spread, that any check which high authority in such things, was in the habit gospel must not only be preached, but excan be interposed should be hailed with delight. of saying that to kill a man in battle, the man's emplified, and in no wsmcould the heathen
Come, both young and old, sign the Pledge, and weight in lead must be expended. A French and unevangelized natswau witness a better
of the gospel, than in the
keep it. Meetings every Saturday evening, at medical and surgical gazette, published at Lyons, exemplification
of the Christian missionary. This
family
says that this fact was verified in Solferino, even
the Bethel Vestry.
idea has been well and aptly expressed in
with the recent great improvements in firearms.
the
following language of an old and exAustrians
loss
fired 8,400,000 rounds. The
Books.—Several
new books are lying The
New
the French and Italians was 2,000 killed and perienced missionary:
of
notable,
which we should be glad to
our
It is not exegesis, it is not theology, it is
10,000wounded. Eaoh man hit cost 720 rounds,
f time and space would allow. Recrea- and every man killed cost 4,200 ounces. The not philosophy, it is not divinity, it is not
thus we law, it is not precept or command, which the
of a Country Parson," will be noticed at a mean weight of a ball is one
Conference on Missions at Liver- find that it required on an average 272 rounds to people need; but it is the gospel, the pure
b time.
of our volunteer friends gospel, which they want all daylong. It is
is worthy of the careful reading of all kill a man. If any
military fight, they should feel
should
into
a
get
of
in
the
cause
Christianity, embodied, acted out, living,
promoting
are engaged
great comfort in the fact that 700 shots may be
;n missions. Several books of the American fired at them before they are bit, and 4,200be- breathing. The missionary's wife, as well
as himself, should be a moving commentary
fore they •< ah-He offthis mortal coil."
Society, Boston, are under review.
The Rev. S. E. Bishop, who has officiated for
the last nine years as Seamen's Chaplain at
Lahaina, has asked a release from the American
•Seamen's Friend Society, and received a call
from the Native Church at liana, on the same
island. The fulling off of the shipping from
Lahaina, will proliably lead to a discontinuance
tBridgehan.—We copy the following from the
of that Chaplaincy. An interesting field of usePacific
of Feb. Hth :
fulness opens before Mr. Bishop at Hanu, and
a private letter received in this city from
By
the
must
rendhis command of
native language,
S. Wells Williams, L. L. D., we learn of the
er his services highly acceptable to the people of decease, after thirty one years of faithful and
that field. In parting from our associate Chap- efficient service in the cause of Christ, of one
lain, he goes with our best wishes and earnest whose name has long been familiar to everyreader of missionary intelligence. The letter states,
prayers for his future usefulness.
you will be sorry to hear that Dr. Bridgeman
has gone to his rest, quietly entering into the
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THE FRIEND, MARCH, 1812.
r.—she
i says or a
: everything
hearer
or beholder
the
missionary work at an early age. She reached the island of Ponape or Ascension, before
she was twenty years old. She and her
husband remained a few months at Ronokiti, the Rev. Mr. Sturges' station, and then
removed to the north side of the island, into
the Jekoit tribe. There they remained for
eighteen months, and if there is to be found
a field of trial and difficulty, in all this ocean,
I believe it is in the part of the island of
Ascension where they located. There they
prosecuted the study of the language and
other missionary work, until removed by
vote of the mission, to Ebon, one of the
Marshall Islands, to be associated with the
Rev. Dr. Pierson and wife, in the establishment of a new mission, but in a most difficult and -untried field of labor. Any one acquainted with the Marshall Islanders, knows
that there is not a more proud, intractable,
haughty and blood-thirsty tribe in this vast
Pacific. They were the terror of the wrecked mariner—most emphatically a piratical
race, not giving or asking " quarter."
Among this people our departed missionary
sister spent her missionary life, or four years,
gone to Africa, to India, and to China. She from 1857 to 1861. She was conveyed
has gone to every island of Polynesia which thither, during the first trip of the Morning
the living preacher has visited. She, who Star, and left in the last voyage of that veswas " last at the cross and first at the sel to the westward.
She readily acquired the Ebon dialect, as
sepulchre," has not lost her love for her
Savior, but has been found ready and will- she had done that of Ponape. Her aptitude
ing to labor in any missionary field which in the acquisition of a spoken language was
it has been deemed advisable to occupy. I very remarkable. She spoke the Ebon diacould illustrate these remarks by reference to lect like a native. Most ardently was she
scores of those " excellent women" whose devoted to the missionary work. For a pornames have become household wortrs in all tion of the time of her residence upon Ebon,
missionary circles, and familiar in mission- she was the only white female. Her associate, Mrs. Pierson, had left on account of ill
ary literature.
A few years ago, there wss a call for mis- health, and Mrs. Gulick was stationed there
sionaries to locate upon the islands of Micro- only temporarily.
It was my privilege to land, in June last,
nesia. In the first band which left our
shores in 1852, there sailed three ordained upon that island and step upon the spot
missionaries and their wives. Subsequently which had become like holy ground, in the
other missionaries and their wives followed. estimation of the missionaries. I saw what
The history of that mission has shown, that trials, difficulties, perplexities and annoyanwoman was railed to a work no less arduous ces a missionary's wife must encounter
and important than the ordained preacher. among such a people as the Marshall IslandWherever he has gone, she has been found ers. Notwithstanding numberless obstacles,
by his side. Never before did I appreciate she made her home happy and the abode of
the labors, toils, trials and privations of the life and cheerfulness. She was one of the
missionary's wife, as I did during my late most cheerful, hopeful, buoyant, and active
trip in the Morning Star. The scenes there of women. It was no part of her economy
witnessed can never be effaced from my to sit down and pine over imaginary difficulmemory. Fully to appreciate the character ties, and spend her life in melancholy
and labors of"the one whose remains now musing. Like Martha, she was " careful
lie before us, you should have seen her, at and troubled about many things," but like
her borne, brightened by her smiles, and en- Mary, she " had chosen that good part which
livened by her songs. I there saw that shall not be taken away from her."
woman had a work to perform for her Divinei Whoever visits 'Ebon and becomes acMaster, and, in regard to the manner in quainted with the situation of the missionwhich Mrs. Doane discharged her labors in aries, and the condition of the people, will
that field, the tannage of the Savior, re- readily infer that the missionaries have a
specting the
brought the box of most difficult and arduous undertaking beointment, is fully applicable, She fore them. This is emphatically true of the
" female portion of the mission. I do not
th done what she could."
who
has
Mrs. Doane is the first one
died wonder that the health of Mrs. Pierson and
the seven American female missionaries Mrs. Doane failed. The family of the latter
Micronesia. The members of that mis- suffered much from sickness. They were
it have not been without their trials and called to bury one child, but even its sickbereavements. They have been called to ness, death and burial were calculated to
part with some of their children, and some impart much Christian instruction to that
of their Hawaiian helpers have been called poor and ignorant people. How minutely
away, but Mrs. Doane is the first of the has the deceased often told over the story of
American portion of the mission who has that child's death and burial, and described
bean called to bid adieu to the scenes of in glowing terms, the joy which their hearts
earth. It was her lot to have entered the experienced when some of those haughty
and overbearing chiefs came to mingle their
sympathies, and spread a new mat over the
little one's remains.
On our arrival, in the Morning Star, it was
our intention to have cruised several weeks
among the islands of the Ralick group, but
the delicate state of Mrs. Doane's health and
that of her child, led us to sail, as soon as
the annual supplies of the mission were landed. On our departure, Mrs. Doane and
children embarked as passengers for Honolulu, but it was decided that the interest of the
mission absolutely demanded that Mr. Doane
should remain and prosecute his missionary
work. This was a great trial. He came off
and saw his family on board. The following
sketch I copy from No. XXI. of " Morning
Star papers:"
" Never shall we forget that parting scene.
This hymn was sung :
does,
of
should remind
something in the BiMe; her whole life
should be altogether a New Testament life."
When this elevated and common-sense
view of the missionary work is carried out,
then woman takes her rightful, proper, noble
and all-important position in the advancement of the jrand missionary enterprise.
It is a most animating thought, that this
• view of woman's position has become
thoroughly embodied in the modern theory of
Protestant missions. It is undoubtedly, the
true gospel method. There has not been
found any very difficult or insuperable obstacle in the way of its accomplishment.
Abstractly speaking, some have argued, that
woman would be inadequate to the task—
the undertaking would be too hazardous for
her frail nature ; but the very opposite result
has been found true in practice. I am not
aware as she has ever been found wanting,
or shrunk back when called to either the
North or the South, to the East or the West.
She has found her way to Greenland and
other foreign climes. She has cheerfully
•
"
How vain is all beneath the skies !
How transient every earthly bliss !
How slender all the fondest lies.
That bind us to a world like this, &c., &c.
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Then let the hope of joys to come.
Dispel our cares, and chase our fears ;
If God be ours, we're traveling home.
Though passing through a vale of tears."
" The Key. Mr. Doane offered a prayer in
the Ebon language, and it was followed by a
prayer in English. We saw a number of
the native Christians, or 'lovers of Jesus,'
pass around to the state-room window and
bid Mrs. Doane forewell, with many tears.
It would have subdued the stoutest soul to
have witnessed the missionary part with his
wife and children, and then step into his
boat and steer lor his lonely home ! There
may be a romance about the missionary life,
when viewed from the shores of Christian
England and America, but all romance is
dissipated and it puts on a stern reality when
the real experience comes. As we stood
upon the quarter deck of the Morning Star,
conversing with the Rev. Mr. Doane, and
taking a last look at the shores of Ebon, we
said, It is hard for you to part with your
family, and go there to labor alone.' His
only reply was, ' 1 could not, if I did not feel
that Jesus was my companion.' Surely it
was no unmeaning language of our Savior,
with you alway, even unto the
' Lo,of1 am world.'
end
the
While this scene was
passing, the sailors were heaving at the
anchor, and the sails were loosening. We
were soon off and bound for Strong's Island,
but with the glass, we watched that little
boat, rising and falling with the swell, until
it was lost in the distance. When that happy family will be again united, is known
only to the Master, in whose cause they
'
Eicious
■
labor."
But the Divine Master has decided that
the happy family shall not be united again
on earth. He has called the wife away
from her husband, and the mother from her
children. 0 how fervently she prayed that
she might once more see her husband, if it
should be the Lord's will. She, however,
could and did say, "Thy will be done."
Daring that fearful night of the 23d of July,
when we all expected to have found a watery
grave, she uttered the same sentiment. Not
that she was indifferent to life, for she was
tenacious of life. She clung to her children
and to her husband. Her active mind was
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THE FRIEND, MARCH,IBI2.
to her field of labor. I was a horribly cruel murder, and what commenced laughing
she would have returned
Often have I heard her remark, that she
never regretted having come upon a mission
to Micronesia. Her missionary life had been
happy, although oftentimes exceedingly trying. It is a gratifying circumstance that
during all her distressing sickness upon shipboard and in Honolulu, she has enjoyed the
constant attention of a faithful Ebonite Christian female—a woman who has been elevated
from the lowest depths of heathenism by her
labors and example ! Under all these circumstances, I do not wonder that she clung
to life, or wished to live many days, if it
should be God's will. She was in the very
prime of woman-hood. Life looked bright
before her. Her heart was in her work and
in the education ofher children, hence it was
seemingly hard for her to be sick—to be
thus early in life laid aside. While it was
thus trying for her to bid adieu to the scenes
of this world, yet when the Master called,
she was ready. Up to nearly the last moment, her faculties were clear and bright.
Death had no terrors. At length, when
"
The angel of the covenant
Was come, and faithful to bis promise, stood
Prepared to walk with herthrough desth'sdark vale,"
she leaned upon his arm and passed quietly over the Jordanof death.
Her last moments were peculiarly serene
and happy. Who doubts for one momerlt
that she now is among the blood-washed
throng, singing the praises of God and the
Lamb, and experiencing the sentiment of
those lines we have so often heard her sing:
we've been there ten thousand years,
" When
Bright shining, as the sun.
We've no less days to sing God's praise.
Than when we first begun."
Martyrs of Erromanga.
■is
a most remarkable fact, that another
ler of English Missionaries should have
occurred near the very spot where Messrs.
Williams and Harris were murdered in 1839.
An account of the recent massacre at Erromanga, has already been published in the
English and American newspapers, but the
following narrative we publish, because written by an eye witness. We are not personally acquainted with the writer, but from a
letter which now lies before us, we infer that
he is connected with a Sydney trading vessel, which chanced to be at the Bay when
the sad event occurred. This writer refers
in the letter which he has addresed to us, to
the massacre of the Captain and crew of the
American whale ship Superior, at the Solomon Islands, which occurred in the autumn
of 1860.
811,
the writer, dates his commu-
Dillon's Bay, Erromanga,
June 12th, 1861.
;ond murder took place on this ishe 20th of last month, it was that
of the Rev. Mr. Gordon and wile, who have
been missionanes here for the last three
years. He was a very good and kind man
by the account of all that knew him intimately, and greatly beloved by the few whom he
had trained over on the side of religion. It
made it more affecting was, on account of ils
being so near the place, where the lamented
John Williams and Mr. Harris fell, and close
to the spot where the former was cooked. The
only account we can get for doing the foul deed
is, that they believed he brought sickness here,
(they have threatened the missionary on
Tanna, and burnt the churches in Anaham,
on account of the same thing, the measles,
brought from Port dc France, New Caledonia, and raging violently here for some time, as
well as amongst other islands of the group,
having been brought by natives returning
from Port dc France home.) However, it
was an excuse for them, but it was an inordinate desire for eating human flesh, and a
great love of murder, possessed by none so
much as this island and Tanna, which are
only eighteen miles apart, but speaking quite
different languages, and not understanding
each other.
The way of the murder was this: Mr.
Gordon had his house on the top of a hill,
about 1000 feet above the level of the sea, in
quite an unprotected place, even his churchgoing members did not live nearer than a
mile, with the exception of one or two—they
lived at the foot of the hill in the exact spot
where John Williams was killed, and where
Mr. Gordon had erected his first chapel and
printing office. This spot he had left, on
account of its unhealthiness, and removed on
the hill. He had now determined to remove
further down, half way between the former
and present residence, on account of the
severe hurricanes in the winter months. He
was at this time building a new house and
church in the intermediate spot. About a
100 yards from his house there is a small
thicket, through which the road runs; the
two places may be about half, or allowing
for the sinuosities of the road, three-fourths
of a mile apart, and a very steep road it is.
Mr. Gordon, on Monday the 20th of May,
was at the lower or new house, busy at work,
having sent all his natives but the little boys
to gather grass to roof the house. A party
of natives, eleven in number, came to the
upper residence, and finding Mr. Gordon
not there, nine of them placed themselves in
ambush in the end of the thicket nearest the
hou?e ; two of them went down to him and
asked him for some calico and some medicine
for a sick man ; he took a piece of charcoal
nnd wrote on a board to his wife: " Give
these men a yard of calico each," and told
them that would do ; then they said that
their chief Lova, or Lauvaa, was in the
house and wished to see him. He replied,
have not eaten my dinner yet; let me
" I and
eat
then I'll go"—Mrs. Gordon having
sent a plate of yam and fowl down to him.
However, without waiting to eat, he said,
'■Come alone I can eat in the house."
They said, " Go on, we'll follow." He immediately set off, followed at some distance
by the two natives. Just as he was emerging from the thicket, he received a blow on
spine; he fell with his face forwards, uttering a scream. He then received a blow
under his right ear, with a tomakawk, almost
severing his head from his body; another
severe cut in the left side of the neck; three
wounds on his right arm, and several other
wounds. On hearing the scream, Mrs. Gordon ran nut. and the natives, to drown it.
and shouting. Two
of them by this time had left the wood.
Mrs. Gordon asked what the noise was about.
They said, nothing. She then asked where
the rest of the natives were. One of them (
said he did not know; at the same time one
was creeping gently up behind her, with his
tomahawk concealed. When near enough,
he struck her also in the spine, then gave
her the last, but useless, cut in the left side
of the neck, severing everything. Immedidiately the alarm was given, I and Mr.
Milne, and Capt. Edwards, of Port dcFrance,
armed ourselves and natives, and went in
pursuit. We were too late to secure the
murderers, but secured the bodies from being
taken off and eaten, and the house from
being plundered and burnt. The bodies were
a most ghastly sight to look on. We carried them down to where he first landed, and
John Williams was killed, and there, with
tears and lamentations, laid them side by
side, and the greatest mourner was the very
chief Pauvaa, who killed John Williams.
The missionaries have erected a very nice
tomb, and fenced it in. We and they arc
daily threatened, but we keepagood look-out.
Trusting I have not been to prolix, I
hope you will forgive the scribble, as I am
not altogether well.
Anything else about the group, 1 will be
better able to let you know again. The
Bishop of New Zealand called here the other
day, in his schooner, on a cruise through
the whole group.
I remain, Rev. Sir, yours, truly, &c.,
William G. Bell.
Letter from Japan.
Kana(;awa, Japan, Dec.
_.
1861.
Mr. Editor—Having opportunity to write
you, via San Francisco, I improve it to
thank you for your package of Friends, which
makes us feel that, in these ends of the
earth " a friend in need is a friend indeed."
We are also glad to find therein your account of your visit to Micronesia, and regret
that while you were visiting our southern
neighbors, that you could not also have
given us a call, especially as the storms of
the sea seemed so much to urge you toward
our storm-girt shores. We are glad to hear
that the brethren at the south are prospered in their labors, and that they do not hava
the laws against them as we do in Japan. I
see you believe that the people of some of those
islands -are partially, at least, of Japanese
origin, and that perhaps their languages are
somewhat similar. I have aA several times
compared lists of word.*, which 1 have seen
published, of thelanguage of these our southern neighbors, and I have never yet found
one similar to a Japanese word. But that
the matter may be more fairly tested, I send
you a copy of, " Medhjlrst's Vocabulary," in
which the Japanese words are given in English letters, and after, in the native dress.
This, if you please, you may send to some
of the missionariesof those islands, supposed
to be somewhat similar to the Japanese.
The books and tracts which you so kindly sent, have, I hope, been doing good service among the sailors. I have been giving
out the tracts, from time to time, and have
received abundance of thanks, especially for
copies of your paper, which all, seamen and
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1862.
THE FRIEND.
officers, are eager to get. I still have a few
tracts, which I am trying to use to the best
advantage, and I have written to New York
MARCH 1, 186S.
for further supplies.
fc We now have opened a temporary " Bethel"
EDITOR'S TABLE.
on shore, and with a few books and papers,
Cambridge (England) University CalenI.—Tilt
we are trying to furnish a Reading Room.
near the wharf in ueb, for the year 1860. 688 pages.
i Our
" Bethel" iswe very to
Catalogue of the Officers and Students of
Yokohama, and
hope draw many away 11.—A
Harvard (Cambridge, Massachusetts,) University,
from worse places of resort. lam also perfor Academical Year, 1860-1.
mitted to enjoy the privilege of circulating HI.—A Catalogue of the Officers and Students of
Christian books and tracts in Chinese, among Vale College, (New Haven, Ct.) for 1861--.
the natives here, the fruits of which arc IV.—A Catalogue of the Officers and Students of
already beginning to appear in bringing Williams College, (Williametown, Mass.,) for
1861-2.
many to inquire about the religion we would
Catalogue of the Officers aod Students of
.
I recently employed it teacher who comes
to me with a paper written in Japanese, to
the following purport:
14 Desiring to learn tho way of tlieOod uf Heaven,
God's record, precious Book of glorious Religion, to learn I
desire.
The depths of sin I fear. Point and show the true way, fur
if I walk not therein, higher yet my sins will rise.
Ooble, guide of the true way, instruction impart, the former error to dispel.
This In a glad figure to symbolise.
The breast within, with error o'erwhrlmed, ss the sky with
clouds o'er spread, then the unblemished moon to nee Is Joyous.
Learning the true way, If hurtful, evil aliall fall upon mc.
SUll I cans not, for my heart la firmly resolved.
If the winds or rain cause the just opening flower to fall,
yet s sweet perfume shall remain."
the spontaneous breathing of
heathen heart just beginning to get
some glimses of the truth, and there
are others inquiring. Oh let us pray that
the way may be fully opened for the millions
to come to Christ and be saved. 1 send you
also a copy of the above paper in the man's
own hand, which although I do not expect
you to read it, may serve to show you the
native style of writing Japanese. We send
most sincere regards to all our former
friends in Honolulu, from whom we shall
always desire to hear. Pray for our success
in the Gospel. Yours, as ever, J. Gobel.
Such is
a
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Missionaries Murdered in
China.
accounts from China we have
ul intelligence of the death, by viotwo American missionaries, Messrs,
md Parker. Mr. Holmes, we unwas connected with the Southern
Board of Missions; Mr. Parker
Episcopal Mission. Che Foo, the
which they were slain, is one of
opened by the late treaty ; it is on
to the north of Shanghae, and in
mcc of Shantung,
ircumstances leading to their being
m to be these : The rebel's had been
the country, slaying and burning;
i desolated country behind them,
issioniries, with the hope that they
fve some influence in staying some
istruction and cruelty, went out to
ith the insurgent chiefs. But their
sre not well ri <'ived; the chiefsgave
o slay them.§ These rebels, though
g in concert with those whose headare at Nanking, yet appear to be less
2 to foreigners.—Pacific, January 30.
if it should be offered, for entering upon a
course of Academical study preparatory to
the University.
The Calendar of Cambridge, presents a
comprehensive viewof the history and present
condition of that venerable institution, the
origin of which dates far back in the annals
of England. The University of Cambridge,
is the union of seventeen colleges. St.
Peter's College was founded in 1257, which
is the oldest, while Downing was founded in
1800, which is the youngest. In 1860 there
were 1,496 undergraduates in these several
colleges. The University Library, contains
170,000 volumes. This University may
justly be ranked among the proudest monuments of England's greatness. The late
Prince Albert was Chancellor of this University, at the lime of his death. He had
held the office since 1847. No wonder the
hundreds and thousands of its graduate),
look back with fond pride to their University, rich in funds, buildings, grounds, and all
the means, facilities and appliances for
obtaining a finished education. We lately
met the Key. O. Glover, a fellow of Em-
V.—A
Amherst College, (Amherst, Mass.,) for 1850-60.
VI.—A Catalogue of the College of California, (Oakland,) for lbKl--.
VII.—A Catalogue; of the Officers nod Students of
the Oahu.College, Honolulu, for 1861-2
Vlll.—Sekmon, at the funeral of the Rev. Ileman
Humphrey, D. U , late President of Amherst College—By Rev. J. Todd; delivered at I'ittslield,
Mass., April Bth, 1861.
IX.—Prayer ros Colleges—A premium Essay,
written for " The Society for the Promotion of
Collegiate and Theological Education at the West"
By W. S. Tyler, Professor of Greek in Am- manuel College, Cambridge, who communiherst College.
cated much interesting information respectMuch useful information may be gleaned ing this institution. He is at present teach-
—
from the careful perusal of the catalogue of
a literary institution.
This information
will become more valuable and vastly enriched when several catalogues are carefully
compared. We do not refer to the hurried
glancing over of long lists of names,
although there is much even in a name to
make known a man's pedigree and origin,
but to the careful comparison of the various
courses of study pursued in different institutions, and their influence upon the minds of
ing in Victoria, Vancouver's Island, although retaining his connection with the
University.
It Was highly gratifying to our American
feelings, to find two of our poets furnishing
passages of their writings for the students of
Cambridge to test their Greek and Latin
scholarship. Bryant and Whittier, are the
poets to which reference is made. From the
writings of the former, a passage is selected
for the student to translate into " Greek
the students. In these institutions centre Trimeter lambics." The passage is from
the ripest scholarship and the best methods Bryant's Forest Hymn, commencing thus
of study. The leading men of a nation,
is awed within me when I think
" My(>rheart
the great miracle that still goes on
ordinarily pass through the College or UniIn silenco round me—the perpetual work
versity to their stations of influence, in
Of the creation, finished yet renewed
Church and State. " Take the Cambridge
ever," 4c, 4c,
For
Calendar," says Macaulay, in one of his
The passage from Whittier, is selected to
speeches in Parliament, "or take the Oxford
Calendar, for two hundred years; look at test the student's knowledge of Latin
"
the Church, the Parliament, or the Bar, and Alcaics," and commences thus :
it has always been the case that the men
thou not all germs of evil
Knowest
"
:
who were the first in the competition of the
In thy heart await their turn ?
Not thyself, but God's restraining.
schools, have been the first in the competiStays their growth of crime," 4c.
tion of life." By referring to page 194 of
the Calendar quoted at the head of this artiIn passing from the examination of a litercle, we find " T. B. Macaulay" carrying off ary institution of old England, to those of
in 1819, the Chancellor's Medal, for the New England, we find that there is much
"
best Ode or best Poem in heroic verse" in which is common to all these institutions.
English.
After noticing the several catalogues, we
Having enjoyed a great degree of un- shall return to this point,comparing together
expected delight in examining, perusing their programmes of study.
and comparing these several publications,
The Catalogue of Harvard University, ocwe shall offer no apology to our readers for cupies 106 closely printed pages. In 1860,
devoting considerable space to some of the there were 443 undergraduates, besides 453
many thoughts and reflections which their Divinity, Law, Scientific and Medical Stureview has suggested. Many of our readers, dents, thus making a total of 896 students
on shipboard, we are confident, will not connected with the University. The various
deem the subject altogether foreign to their Liberies contain 138,000 volumes. Rethoughts. It is no uncommon occurrence to marks Prof. Tyler, " Harvard College was
meet with the University Graduate among founded} in 1638, only eighteen years after
Donations.—For the Bethel, from Capt. those whose home is on the sea. Within a the first landing on Plymouth Rock,
when
Quinn, " Nassau," «5 j Lieut. Weheman, few years we have met among seamen, Boston was a small village of not more than
Russian Navy, $5. For gratuitous distribu- graduates from Dartmouth, Williams, Vale, twenty or thirty houses, and when only
tion of the Friend, from Mr. A. S. Cook, Harvard, and some of the European Univer- twenty-five towns had begun to be settled in
sities. Perhaps some among the thousands Massachusetts. It was one of the first
of those roaming over the deep may be in- things our Pilgrim Fathers thought of, and
duced to improve a favorable opportunity, as Cotton well snys, ' it was the best thing
�THE FRIEND, M A X
they ever thonght of.'" Among the graduates of this University, at its last Anniversa-
ry, was our young friend, Mr. William F.
Snow, of Honolulu, who left with the distinguished honor of being the Odist of his
class. Our present U. S. Consul, Mr. Caldwell, C. C. Harris, Esq. and J. W. Austin',
Esq., are graduates of Cambridge.
A Catalogue, of Vale College, for 1861-2,
exhibits unmistakeable proofs of great prosperity in that excellent institution, dating
back to the year 1700. Its Library then
contained only " 40 volumes," given by a
lew clergymen, who said, " These books we
give for the founding of a College in Connecticut," but now its Library has increased to
69,500 volumes. There are 462 undergraduates and 137 pursuing a professional course,
lienco 5'J'J students are now connected with this
flourishing institution. During the last century,
the celebrated Bishop Berkloy was a distinguished patron of Vale College. Ashe contemplated
tho rising prospects of the now world, he wrote
the oft-quoted line
■ Westward
:
the Star of Empire takes its way," *c.
At present there are several Sandwich Islanders connected with Vale College. Wo notice,
tho following
Senior.
Albert Franois Judd,
Senior.
Thomas O. Thurs.on,
Junior.
Joseph Plitt Cooke,
David Brainard Lyman,
Sophomore.
( Students in Philosophy
)
£. Wilcox,
and
the
Arts.
(
G. N. Wilcox, 5
Among tho Professors, wo notice tho name of
Hoy. C. S. Lyman, Professor of Industrial
Mechanics and Physics. Uo will be remembered
hy some of our readers aa it visitor at the Islands
in 1846-7. In those days, he was a frequent
poetical contributor to our columns. We have
long cherished the fond hopo, that some rich
millionaire would endow a professorship at
Oahu College, and invite Prof. Lyman to occupy
the chair ! !
A Catalogue of Williams College, for 1861-2,
reports '212 undergraduates. This institution was
founded in 1798,and after struggling against sundry
adverse influences, has now attained a highly respectable standing among American Colleges. It is presided over by one of the ablest of American Divines,
the Rev. Dr. Hopkins, who is assisted by an efficient
corps of Professors and tutors. This institution enjoys the honor of having graduated those young men
who led off in the Foreign Missionary enterprise.
There Mills, Richards and others formed their plans
for going abroad as Missionaries to the heathen.
Some of our prominent men upon the islands,
graduated at Williams, and among them we will
mention Chief Justice Allen, President Mills, Rev.
E. Corwin and Rev L. Smith. Several young men
Irom the islands, have lately graduated from this institution, while we notice but one among the undergraduates from the islands
Senior.
Samuel C. Armstrong,
A glance tit a Catalogue of Amherst College,
calls up many pleasant recollections, for it was within the walls of that flourishing institution, that we
pitssed lour years, from 1882-1836. Thia Collego
was fouuded, iv 1820, and has already taken an
enviable position among the sisterhood of American
Colleges. It is pleasantly located in the delightful
valley of tho Connecticut, and is surrounded by a
most picturesque amphitheatre of hills and mountains. Uo the opposite bank of this river stands
Northampton, and in the intervening valley lies the
quiet valley of Hadley, while to the right Sugar-loaf
Mountain, and to the left Mount Holyoke, stand ns
sentinels guarding the inhabitants of that most
beautiful spot in all New England. This institution
has always enjoyed the efficient servioes of an able
Faoulty, and talented body of Professors and tutors.
Professor Hitchcock, the veteran American Geologist,
of world-wide fame, still holds th« Professorship of
other professorNatural Theology and Geology. The
ships are tilled by gentlemen of ripe scholarship and
emineut scientific attainments. The present number
of undergraduates is 242. It was during the period
of our connection with this institution, that there
names:
:
II
(
.
some students who have sinoe become known
to fame. The Rev. Henry Ward Beecher, Pastor of
the Plymouth Church, Brooklyn, the Rev. Dr. Storrs.
were
another Pastor of Brooklyn, and the Rev. Dr. Rookwell still another Pastor of that "City of Churches,"
were our fellow students at Amherst. The Rev. Dr.
Palmer, of New Orleans, and successor of the Rev.
Dr. Scott, was our classmate. The former divine
cume out with a Secession sermon about one year
ago, which was extensively circulated and reviewed
His talents and
throughout the United States.
ability are of the highest order. A late visitor to
the United States, after hearing various preachers,
in different parts of the country, remarked that the
Rev. Dr. Palmer, of New Orleans, was his modelpreacher. It has been announced that be received a
call to become the successor of the Rev. Dr. Alexander, in New York oily. We cannot but express our
regret that our old friend and fellow classmate
should now find himself in the ranks of the Secessionists. We could mention several other persons,
who were quietly pursuing their Collegiate studies,
only a few years ago, at Amherst, but who now have
become men of distinction, among them the Rev. Dr.
Huntington, late Preacher to the University of
Cambridge, and the Rev. Dr Hitchcock, Professor of
Ecclesiastical History, in Union Theological Seminary" at New York city. We do well remember as
a student, the celebrated Prof. Fowler, S( Phrenological notoriety. Other American Colleges maypossess advantages equal to those of Amherst, we are
confident however but very few are superior. There,
the student is happily removed from the vicious and
dissipating influences and associations of a large city,
and happily surrounded by the most healthful and
invigorating influences of refined literary society.
The religious influences of the region are of the old
Puritan stamp. There, in the heart of old Massachusetts, may be witnessed the genuine fruit of
that seed of whioh it bat been said, that God sifted
three kingdoms, to obtain seed wherewith to plant the
hills and valleys of New England.
"
The cabinet of Amherst has recently been enriched hy the
Henry Lobdell, late Missionary of
the American Board In Assyria, and Alumnus nf the College,
forwsnledbefore hla'deaUi, a large collectionof specimen! from
ancient Nineveh and Babylon, including six lance sculptured
slabs Irom the palace walls of Sardanapalus atNlmrnud—twenty-five fresco paintings—one thousand coins—casts of medals
&c, 4c.
W« have allowed nor pen to run on scribbling so much at
random, respecting the Schools and Colleges of the old country
and older states, that we find our space limited with reference
tothe " College of California," and oar own pet institution
" Oahu Colli ge." The College at Oakland, California, la
making commendable efforts to become the Cambridge." of
thePacific Coast It Is modeledafter the Colleges of the —astern Slates, with such modifications as thenecessities of the
state of society In California, absolutely demand. The same
remark will apply to "Oahu College." In new communities
where the number of pupils ii limited, and the fundsof the lnstitutions are low, it is quite impossible for the friendsof relocation to accomplish Uie same results aa may be attained In
older counliies. Let not our readers infer from this remark,
that, at Oakland or Oahu, a young man cannot obtain a food
education. The College at Oakland has 111 in Iv collegiate
course, and 184 In Its preparatory school. "OahuCollcge" had
79 pupils during the laat year
What is there common to " Cambridge," Old England,
■ Harvard," ■ Vale," Williams," and "Amherst" of New
England, the College at Oakland, California, and " Oahu College" at Honolulu P We answer, the study of the ancient
classics—the standard authors of Oreece and Home,arc made
thebasis of education. Among the Grecian authors, wo And
the names of Homkh and Xrsophos and among the Romans,
the iiames of Viriiil, CICBHO, Livv, iIosACK. This fact Is
significant and important, showing the high esteem in which
thosewrltern are held In the " Republic of Letters." throughout
the literary and civilised world. It Is a fact which shouldmake
tli-iac empirical innovators blush, who would banish the atudy
of the ancient classics from oir schools, Academies, Colleges
and Universities. In the course of atudy at" Cambridge1
England, the modern languages, French, Spanish, Ac. form no
part. They may nY studied, but they are extra-studies, not
required to obtain the degrees nf the University. We should
infer that the natural sciences were more generally pursued by
the undergraduatesof theAmerican Collegea, than by those at
Cambridge. Other points of Interest we should delight to dwell
upon, but our limits absolutely forbid.
Among the publications noticed at the head of Uiis article, la
an excellent sermon by the Rev. Dr. Todd, at the funeral of the
venerable Dr. Humphrey. We would cordially thank the unknown person, who was so thoughtful aa to scud us a copy.
The remaining publication, is the Prise Easay on Prayer for
Colleges, by Prof. Tyler, of Amherst College. Thewriter clearly proves that prayer Is oneof the moat rational exercises of
the human soul, and at the same time a deltgnt/ulprivilege
The reader of the volume will not fail to see, that prayer for
Colleges Is highly Important and eminently beneficial. However much we may write upon this subject hereafter, for the
present we must atop, or we shall be compelled to Issue an
extra."
" Nineveh Gallery." Dr.
"
"
-
"
SECESSION.
ByCÆSAR.
Wliat fun dls here Bumcession am,
fur ebbery nigger, Pompey I—Vas,Bar !
Musis sutneede from Uncle Sam :
Foot you and me tumcede fruca Maasar.
'
21
18*2.
To Re\ S. C. Damon :
Dear Sir—You published in the last number of the Friend a portion of the " Notes on
the Sandwich Islands," by A. Yon Chamisso.
It may interest his adopted countrymen,
at lenst, to read the following well written
Yours, truly,
episode in his life.
*
The Poet and his Bride.
A TRUE TALK OF A PURE LOVE.
Among the children who played in the
magnificent grounds of the stately Chateau
dc Boncourt, there was one unlike the rest
in mental traits, as also in the possession of
a rich and tender fancy, through which,
young as he was, he viewed the external
world. Everything around him was calculated not only to nourish this, but also to implant and cherish that esprit dc corps which
characterized the old nobility of France,
more, perhaps, than that of any other country. His family had been pre-eminently
loyal, had enjoyed uninterrupted wealth, a
succession of honors, and had intermarried
with various reigning houses. Thickly
around were strewn the carefully preserved
souvenirs of countless gallant achievements,
of events which had become history, of superb festivals, and princely weddings. Over
these the boy sometimes brooded, and there
was one which particularly attracted his eye
—a sword, bestowed with the rank of captain upon his grand-father, at the age of fifteen, lor u service which proved his right to
that advancement. But a new plant or a
' roving insect gave him greater pleasure than
the stained and moth-eaten banners which
drooped idly in the chapel, or the chains, the
helmets, and the linked mail which shone
proudly in the great hall, or hung, covered
with dust, in the armory. The flittinrr of a
bird's wing, the chime of the vesper bells
faintly heard in the twilight, the conflict of
clouds borne on opposing winds, the gleam
of the lightning, had for the little Adalbe
yon Chamisso a fascination as irresistible a
it was singular.
The Revolution broke rudely upon h
dreams, and his family, reduced to a poi
but one removed from poverty, succeeded
crossing the frontier. Attached as they were
to station and privilege, the glitter of orde
and the array of titles, necessity compellef
them to seek for him some better dependene
than an empty name, and he entered as
pupil the painting department of the roya
porcelain manufactory of Berlin, At fifteet
he was placed among the Queen of Prussia
pages; a change which aided to give h
opinions that soundness and depth for whic
they were, later in life, distinguished. >
seventeen, after a prolonged inward struggle
reluctantly, and haunted by gloomy fore
bodings, he entered the Prussian army, am
in three years recelVed a lieutenancy. No
withstanding his enthusiasm, his gallantry
and his restless activity, the career of arm
was not that for which he was beat fitted
and its early termination, through no fault o
his own, was not to be regretted, save fo
the mortification which he endured on ths
account. During this period, he had no
been idle. He had been a careful student
arid had done much towards mastering the
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THE FRIEND, MARCH, lit 2.
language in which he was to win an honest
and enduring fame. He had fallen in love,
also, with the pretty and fascinating widow,
Madame Ceres Duvernay, and manfully proposed for her hand, saying to himself,
" Lore needs so little." Luckily. Madame
knew better. Did it * not need satins and
laces, a new jewel now and then, a floor in
town, a cottage in the country, saddle-horses
and servants ? Certainly—so she kissed her
hand to the handsome, large-natured youth
whose soul was in his soft, expressive eye*,
and left him to his books, and to the group
offriends whose affection soon enabled him
to forget his transient passion. La Motte
Fouque, Neumann, Dc la Foye, and Hitzig
were among them, and not one but retained
a place in his heart through every alternation
of good and evil fortune. They started a
poetic annual called " The Green Book,"
which was greatly admired, and through the
medium of which Freiligrath ultimately became known to the public.
Weary, because purposeless, years followed, yet they could not have been altogether
wasted. Closely allied both by birth and education to the higher orders, Chamisso yet
approved that vast social change which had
brought to him only misfortunes; looking
below the surface to its primal principle, forgiving its first wild excesses, never swayed
by selfishness on the one hand, never betrayed into fanaticism on the other, as warmly
cherishing the memory of the past, hopeful
for the future, whose promise was at best
fitful and often clouded, he was gradually developing into one of the noblest specimens of
a man, a subject, and a citizen. Early exiled from France and transferred in boyhood
to Germany, he belonged to neither country.
the soil; there, the men, are foreign
"toHere,
me," he said. He joined his family in
their country to which they had returned,
but he was not content, and returned to Berlin. In Hitzig's house he came nearer to
repose.
Thoroughly generous, that accomplished
writer occasionally adopted the orphan child
of a friend, and so was always surrounded by
a blooming band growing into estimable
womanhood amidst healthful home training
and influence. To them, as to their elders,
Chamisso was a welcome guest. Numberless were the drafts which he made for them
upon his exhaustless imagination. Grotesque tales worthy the soil of Iran, wild legends, witty caricatures, charming allegories,
exquisite moral stories, interspersed with
snatches of song, and little poems worthy of
the "Green Book," followed each other,
often in quick succession. Curious pantomimes sometimes filling up the evening, in
which his execution was admirable.
Among the children who crowded about
him, was one. Antonie Piaste, who, more
frequently than the others, found a place
upon his knee, and upon whose intelligent
countenance his gaze rested with peculiar
pleasure. Shy at first, she learned to creep
closer and closer to him. Nothing was
wanting to the visit if his fingers might toy
with her silken hair, or fold over the small
hand which impulsively sought their clasp.
One night, when she was about eight years
•f age, forgetful of a promised glimpse of
blended glee and sadness, he repeated the from the moonlit waters lightly tossing befollowing, written by himself, than which neath the swift-winged ship. Nothing curifew things more touching have been penned ous or rare had presented itself, but had in
some way reminded bim of her. and all the
A dream wafts me back to childhood,
wild and strange material for tales of sea
And I shake my hoary head ;
How ye crowd on my soul, ye visions
and land which he treasured, had linked itI thought were forever fled !
self with her memory. And now she wat>
There glistens o'er dusky loliage
no longer his loving child bride, but a charmA lordly pile elate ;
woman, just the style of woman bes
ing
I know those towers and turret',
calculated to captivate him. Accustomed to
The bridges, the nmssive gate.
society so thoroughly scholarly that although
Welcoming, kindly faocs
ignorance was a disgrace, learning did not
The armorial lions show ;
entitle to praise; listening to conversations
1 greet each old acquaintance,
As in through the arch I go.
which ranged freely and brilliantly through
every department of literature and art;
There lies the Sphinx at the fountain
There darkly the flag-tree gleaum
breathing perpetually an atmosphere redo'Twas yonder, behind those windows,
lent of disinterested friendship, her mind, her
I was wrapt iv my earliest dreams.
heart, and manner exhibited an exquisite
I enter the chapel, and look for
Chamisso, as he looked at her,
harmony.
My ancestor's hallowed grave ;
his age—he was almost thirtyremembered
'Tis here, and on yonder pillar,
seven—the white hairs which had sown
Is hanging hit antique glaive.
themselves amonsr the darker locks, his
I try to decipher the legend.
bronzed cheeks, his muscular figure, his
But a misl is upon my eye*.
pipe, his careless dress, and his suddenly
Though the light from the painted window,
Full on the marble lies.
abstracted and humble air seemed cold and
Home of my fathers, how plainly
strange. Antonie. too, found herself in a
Thou standest before me now !
false position. Often, as she had traced his
:
,,
Vet thou from the earth art vanished,
And over thee goes the plow.
Fruitful, dear earth, be thou ever ;
My fondest blessings on thee ;
And a double blessing go with him
That plows thee, who e'er he be .'
For me, to my destiny yielding,
I will go with my harp in niy hand,
And wander the wide world over.
Singing from land to land.
proposed course upon her maps, or sought in
books information concerning the points at
which he expected to touch, she had pictured
their meeting, not as lovers certainly, but as
dear friends, all formality banished, all
ceremony pat aside, with less familiarity,
but with all the old trust and truth. But
when the occasion came, she saw only the
traveler and poet, and she grew timid; so
There was silence for some minutes after that the bond so delightful to both seemed
he had finished; the younger members of indeed broken.
Chamisso tried to forget his wishes, and
his audience, subdued by his voice and manner, the older ones melted by the rare skill busied himself in publishing an interesting
of the poet in giving utterance to his reform- account of his voyage, which is even now
atory faith, mingled with his affectionate well worth the perusal. As if to encourage
recollections. At length Loest looked up him, his friend # Neumann was accepted by
and said, smilingly, " You, too, my friend, one of Hitzig's adopted daughters. She
must make as well as describe a home." came to meet him after his betrothal, and he,
And hastily weaving together some flowers quite beside himself with pleasure, caught
from a vase near, she placed them upon An- her in his vigorous arms, ran up stairs with
tonio's head, and formally betrothed her to her to the common sitting-room, and bestowhim. All laughingly offered their congratu- ed upon her a hearty kiss. Dc la Foye
lations, while Hitzig, with many jokes, pre- married, also, and Chamisso determined to
tended to instruct her in the duties of her learn his fate. Rambling with Antonie in
new position. "Who knows,'' he said, as, the Botanic Garden one afternoon in the
having finished, he observed Chamisso kiss- early spring, he exclaimed, What a beautiing again his little bride, who knows ? ful thing your sister has done in giving herShe will s*urely be handsome and good, and self to our friend Neumann!"
ten years, after all, is no great time to wait."
" Ah, yes!" returned Antonie, " love is
Still aimlessly crept the months by Cha- always beautiful."
misso until he entered the University of Ber" But he is so old—nearly or quite as old
lin, and gave himself to the study of anato- as myself."
my and physiology, in order to fit himself to
" Old!" replied Antonie in surprise.
join a scientific expedition. • In 1813 he " Truly, if there is anything wonderful about
wrote for the Hitzig circle his famous Peter it, it is that he so willingly gives his disSchlemihl, by which work he is best known ciplined strength for herimmature weakness."
in America. In 1815 he sailed upon a voy" But when he is broken with age, she
age of discovery, under the command of will be only in her prime."
"Physically, yes; therefore the arrangeOtto yon Kotzebue, son of the author of that
name, to be absent three years. He return- ment is perfect. She will lean upon him
now, he will lean upon her hereafter. Their
ed to Berlin in the autumn of 1818.
Hastening to Hitzig's house, he was heart- union will thus be entire and life-long. There
ily welcomed, but after the first greeting was will never come a time when one will not
over, he missed the child bride who had need the other."
The rays of the declining sun glanced
clung to him at parting, and wept so sadly
at their long separation. Her gentle prebrightly over the swelling leaf-buds and
sence had haunted him on the ocean, her early blossoms, and a robin, alighting upon
voice had been in the wind as it played upon a bough just above the speakers, commenced
the masts and swept in music through the her good-night carol. What more was said,
"
"
fairy kind, she asked him about his childhood. After relating some anecdotes with spars and cordage, her eyes had looked up we do not know; but at Hitzig's house
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THE FRIEND, MARCH, 18C2.
there was a new betrothal, and pretty soon
Antonie bought her simple wedding-dress.
Chamisso was appointed curator of the
Botanic Garden, and May 7, 1819, wrote
thus :
You know my bride Antonie Piaste, the handsomest and dearest of
those maidens whom, as Hoffman says, Hitzig keeps about him to kiss his hand and
call him papa—the one whom Loest betrothed to me, as a child, in 1807—now I fetch
her home. I have chosen with my understanding, and taken hold of the chosen object
with my heart.
* * If you come
back soon to Berlin, I hope that you will
find me in a little house that stands close by
the Botanic Garden, (I am the director's assistant, with a salary of six hundred dollars,
and have selected that little house for my
official residence,) busily and pleasantly occupied with my flowers, and with a helpmate like them. But if any old friend returns here twenty years hence, then I hope
to God he may find me just as ever, engaged
with my flowers and my helpmate, only
there shall sit by our side a blooming girl
that shall repeat faithfully and unaltered her
for I should
mother's present image, *
be loth to forego the pure satisfaction with
which my artistic eye rests on my Antonie's
fprm."
In 1825, Chamisso was called to Paris to
receive 100,000 francs from the Commissioners of the Indemnity Fund. He was feted
and caressed, but wrote to his wife, " Don't
forget the roses don't forget the children's
letters; don't forget to strew food for sparrows on my window. I shall return to you
the same as I left you; let me find everything again just as it was."
His poetical reputation increased until he
became a decided favorite with the public.
Honors were also conferred upon him as a
naturalist, which he enjoyed in his own
guileless, conscientious way. In 1837, his
wife died, ond he survived her only fifteen
months. His last lines were written for the
benefit of a washerwoman, and produced
one hundred and fifty dollars.
A thoroughly earnest, active, truthful man,
Chamisso wins the affection of his readers so
quietly that one does not know he is knocking at his heart until he has already entered.
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;
CHARTS FOR SALE.
BE SEEN at the Harbor Master's Office, Charts of
the North and South Pacific, Ind'anand Pacific Oceans,
on a large scale; Chinaand Japan Seaa, to. Likewise a Sealant (double arch) by Troughton, an Aneroid, Uersburg's East
S
India Directory, and aundry nautical works.
MAY
U. 0.
'■ 0- MERRILL
St'SOSR.
!l< 111 1.1l& T-KRKIIiIs,
(ommissioii Merchants
a no
ADVERTISEMENTS.
i.
At hla late rooms, Queen Street.
J. WORTH,
TTAVING established himself in business at Hilo.
H. W. (SEVERANCE,
AUCTION-iBR,
Hawaii, is prepared to furnish ships with
AND COMMISSION MERCHANT,
Recruits, on favorable terms for Cash, Goods or Bills
HONOLULU.
|ou the United States.
old
stand
oo Queen street.
Will continue business at the
-MOSS. OOSR.
»l-ly ISAM'L ». CASTLE.
H. BTA.NGENWALD, M. D„
.
Late New York City Dispenaary Physician, member of the
Medico Chlrurglcal College and of the Pathological Society |
of New York.
Office at Dr. Juiia's Drug Store, on Fort Street. Residence in
Nuuanu Valley, opposite that of E. 0. Hall, Ksq. 277-ly
.
CASTLE A COOKE,
IMPORTERS AND WHOLESALE AND RETAIL
PHYSICIAN AND BURCEON,
DEALERS IN
"
RSrES TO:
Honotula.
280-iy
MERCHANDISE,
GENERAL
At the old stand, corner of King and School streets,
near the large Stone Church. Also, at the Store
formerly occupied by C. H. Nicholson, in King street,
to opposite the Seamen's Chapel.
35T Agents for Jayne's Medicines.
,
I 11.1.0i M. D
Late Surgeon UnitedStates Navy, late Consular Physician
American seamen and generalpractitioner.
Office corner Kaahumanuand Merchant streets, and residence
at Dr. Wood's Mansion, Hotel street.
HARDWARE STORE.
Medicaland Surgical advice in English, French, Spanish, and
ODD FELLOWB' BUILDING, ON FORT STREET.
Italian.
Oflice hours from 11 i. v. to 2 P. S.i at other hours inquire at X OCRS of all kinds, Hinges, Screws, Taoks, Rahis residence.
267-ly^
CIIAS. F.
(.
'
E. HOFFMANN,
PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON,
Office in the New Drug Store, corner of Kaahumanu and Queen streets, Makcc & Antrum's Block.
Open day and night.
C. H. WETMORE, M. D.
CONSULAR PHYSICIAN A SURGEON.
I j sors, Cut and Wrought Nails, Spikes, Brads,
Plies, Carpenters' Tools of all kinds, Pocket and
Sheath-Knives, Marlinspikes, Caulking-Irons and
Mallets, and numerous other articles, for sale at the
W. N. LAPP.
(tf)
owest prioes, by
K. O. HAM..
Importerand Dealer in Hardware, Dry Goods, Paints, Oils, and
general Merchandise, corner of Fort and King streets 287-ljr
JAMES T. DONLEN,
To sick American Seamen, and general practitioner,
HILO, HAWAII, S. I.
N. B.—Medicine Chests carefully replenished at the
6-tf
HILO DRUG STORE.
marble Tr*7"ox-I*.�»art
RETURNED TO SAN FRANCISCO,
HAS
where he will
CHAS. B. LOST.
SHiaUIX PICK
C. BREWER & CO.,
Commission & Shipping Merchants,
Honolulu. Oahu. H. I.
—REFER TO—
New York.
Job*. M. Hoon, Ksq
Jam—iHcasswsLL,Esa., 1
Boston.
Charles Baswsa, Est., >
11. A. Pbirce, Est.,
Messrs. Mcßoee* Merrill, I
tan Franci<co
Cbas. Wolcott Brooks, Esq., I
Hongkong.
Misses. Wh. Postac Co.,
Manila.
Co
Messrs. Peele, Hubbkll
-_
>
«8-ly
ALLENsfc
It. ICICII I
.
execute Orders from theIslands.
INFORM THE
MR. DONL.EN BEGS TO he
is now prepared to
Inhabitants of these Islands, that
execute all orders la his line, such as
MONUMENTS,
TOMBS, or HEAD STONES,
ffASHSTANDS.
COUNTER TOPS, «>e.,
In a first-rate style, and on the moat reasonable terms. Orders
from the other Islands faithfully attended to.
N. B.—Persons In Honolulu, or other parts of the Sandwich
Islands, desirousof procuring Tomb or Head Stones, may do so
by applying tothe EDITOR OF THE FRIEND. Payment
will not be demanded until the stones are landed iv Honolulu,
and examined.
.
BOOKS AND INSTRUMENTS FOR THE
MARINER.
D. N. FLITNER'S Watch and Jeweh-y
AT
Establishment, in Kaahumanu street, will be
found the following works :
Almanacks for 1860.
KAWAIHAE. HAWAII,
Merchant's, Shipmaster's and Mechanic's Assistant
Will continue the General Merchandise and Shipping buslnes
at the above port, where they are prepared to furnish the
Laws of the Sea.
justly celebrated Kawalhae Potatoes, and such other re
The Art of Sailmoking.
emits aa are required by whale ships at theshortestnotice,
—also— '
307-ly
and on the most reasonable terms.
Ship's Compasses and Dividers.
snecßtuona to
George W. Macy,
HENRY ALLEN,
—ALSO—
Carpenter, Builder and Undertaker!
UNDERSIGNED BEGS LEAVE
inform hla friends and the
THE
hla
he Is now
that
res-
public generally,
prepared
premises,
dispatch
with
and in a workto do all work in theabove line,
pectfully to
having recently enlarged
manlike manner.
Koa and Pine Coffins always on hand.
FURNITURE REPAIRED.
NEW AND SECOND-HAND
XT All freight arrivingin transitu for the Sandwich Islands,
will be received and forwarJed by the Regular Dispatch Line'
FEES 0» OOSU-SSIOS.
A,—-Particular attention paid toforwarding and transhipment of
merchandise, sale of whalemen's bills, and other exchaage, In low prices.
surance of merchandiseand apecle under open policies, suppy.
ng whaleships, chartering ships, etc.
117 -nd 119 California street,
J
HONOLOLC, H. L.
382-ly
■
HENRY ALLEN, Fort St.,
Regular Dispatch Line of Honolulu Packets.
I
OFFICE, CORNKR OF FOET AND HOTEL STREETS,
(SUCCESSOR TO A. P. EVERETT.)
Mast-head Glasses and Marine Telescopes.
—ILSO—
Chronometers and Chronometer Watches.
—
—ALSO
English Charts of North and South Pacific.
—ALSO—
A great variety of other articles useful to the
—AND—
Mariner.
Many ornamental articles, including Breast Pins,
*c.
Ac,
Rings, Cups,
Particular attention given to repairing and ratine
Chronomertea.
Opposite theFamily Grocery and Feed Store.
AdENTS OF THE
Messrs. C Brewer t, Co.,
DENTIST.
AUCTIONEER,
Jobbing done on reasonable terms.
AUCTIONEERS,
Captain B F. Snow,
DR. J. JHITT SMITH,
11. COLE,
FVTtISTTTJTIE.
new and second- a
W hand Furniture of every description, Ui
constantly on hand, and tor sale at
—
JsW
THE
SAMUEL C. DAMON.
A-SO-
Second-hand Furniture Bought at
SHOP,
H. ALLEN'S CARPENTER
Cartwrtght's Feed Store.
Fort st, opposite A. D.
XT KOA BCREA US slwsyß oo hand.
»*•_
FRIEND!
A MONTHLY JOURNAL, DEVOTED TO TBI.
PERANCE, SEAMEN, MARINE AND
GENERAL INTELLIGENCE,
PUBLISHED AND EDITED BY
TERMS:
One
....
oopy, pw annum,
Twooopies,
Firs copies,
"
*«M!£
S.OO
*■«»
�24
1862.
THE FRIEND, MARCH,
MARINE JOURNAL.
[CiaTWpoorlenoe of theFriend.|
KiCSoetGdn-i ao d ng.
HPONLRUT,FI
S. .
Bostoe, 4lh December, 1881.
Ha. Eoiroa:
Dear Sir—l am very glad jo hear from the lalanda that an
effort Is being mads to encourage the cultivationof cotton as
;uj artlele of export, and I have no doubt but that the effort
will be successful If persevere- In. I have been amused at
theremarks of some of the verdant writers who speaker the
first eottoai seed having been carried to the Islands between
twenty and thirty years ago. Samples of cotton, of native
production, were sent to China by Kamehameha Ist, forty-five
yearsago, and other samples were sent by Kamehameha 2d,
about the year 1828, (38 years ago,) the seed having been extracted hy hand. These samples were there pronounced l>y
competent judges, a very excellent article, very fine and of a
long staple, and have been compared to the American Sea
Island. Theold seed may be Improved ly cultivation, and become as good as ever it was In former days ; hut to improve
the quality, and for the benefit of all Interested, Mr. Charles
Breuer has now on the way out, In his bark Arctic, a barrel of
the best seed that could be procured, and at a great expense.
The great facilitiesfur raising cotton on our aouthern virgin
■oil, with slave labor, and aided by the cotton gin, our King
l.'otton" haa had almost a monopoly. He grew rich, fiailiili,
and finally ran mad, and set about his own destruction.
The tint shot fired against the walls of Fort Sumpter, amused
not only a rival but a nation to arms against King Cotton, and
the world aa his rivals, and they are cultivating cotton in all
parts of the world,and In no pert can a better art icle be produced than at the Hawaiian Islands. Having had a personal
knowledge ofyour soil, and climate, and the goodness of the
article raised there, as soon as our troubles here began, I commenced writing about It, and knowing the importance or the
CiiMort Gin, In clearing it from the seed, I sent out one In the
Raduga, which arrived out safe ; but I have not heard on,
word about the Glo,but by advice I have sent out two more
llins In the bark Arctic. They are such as I thought best
adapted to the commencement of the cultivation, and shall be
glad te hear that the crops require the greater article to clean
it from Its seed. I have also sent the printed description of
tbeni to Messrs. C. Brewer tr Co., aod beg leave to send a set
of printed circulars and description of the din to you, winch
please cause to be placed where they will tie useful to the cultivator of cotton. Any persona wanting 01ns, If they will send
me the funds, I will purchaae and send out for them any nlsc,
Irre from charge on my parVery Respectfully Yours,
Jakes Hukxewei.l.
"
Hoto Abolish Slavery.—At the Christian
renoe in Switzerland, when the American
and Slavery were up for discussion, the
Mr. Sawtell, Seamen's Chaplain at Havre,
made the shortest speech. Addressing the Kngdelegates, he said, " Give us your prayers
grow your own cotton, and slavery will soon
3 in America."
t
A Great
Voyage.-The ship
James Arnold,
Capt.
recently, from a whaling voyage in the South Pacific Ocean, having
been absent since Aug. 1867, during which time she
baa taken 6600 bbls. of sperm oil, worth at the prelow price nearly S 100,000. The ship, however,
i fitted expensively, and we understand will not
Sullivan, arrived at home
Xt
ke a great deal of money for the owners
R,
great exhibition is to take plsoe in France in
, in whioh every attempt will be made to outall that may have been done previous to that
Sir Joseph Pazton, it is said, bas been retained by the Imperial Government, and a crystal
edifice of unheard of proportions will rise on an elevated spot near St Cloud. A dome 600 feet high,
and of span capacious enough to enclose both those
in course of construction in London, will crown the
new design.
re-
The Yankee.—This favorite packet has again
turned to port, under tammand of Capt. Geo. W.
Claxton, who has earned laurels for himself and his
veaael. Hit pasaafe over to the coast and back occupied but 26 dajt tailing time, and at a aeaaon of the
jear when long passages are more frequently made
than short ones. A memorandum of his voyage will
be found among the ship news Adv.
Hail.—A correspondent whose latter is given in
the Advertiur, describe* the hailstorm at Hilo on
the 14th. In some places exposed to the wind, beds
of hail were deposited fifteen inches in depth. Altotether it has been an unusual winter' with pi as
it haa also been on the coast—A.
ARRIVALS.
PAS ENGERS.
For Sas FiAHCttco—per Speedwell, Feb. B—C B Goodrich,
Mrs Harvey, Miss Johnson, J O Spalding, Mr and Mrs Phillips.
Madame Biscaoclanli.Oeo T Kvana, Wm Batch, W Urelg, Jean
Baudofn, Isaac C Palmer-—l2.
From Ban FnAiicir.ro—per Yankee, February 33—Mrs M P
Whitney, Mrs 11 H Whitney, Miss Helen and Masters Hervey
aud Harry Whitney, Mrs O II Harris, MissKate Harris, X P
Adams, Wm 0 Brash, Allen Judd, T P Symoodi, V Stoma, Dr
W H Taylor, John Chlsholm, C Kema, Wm Home, II Wllklns,
A Moulin—lB.
Feb. 2— B.lt ship Anne Mary, Tesaeman, 24 days from San
Francisco, en route for Bombay ; she lay off and
on, aod sailed again on the 6th.
3—Am ship George Washington, Anderson. 160 days fm
New Bedford, with cargo of coal and merchandise.
6—Haw wh bark Florence, Spencer, from Hilo ; lay off
Arrivals at Talcahuano, Chile.
and on, and sidled on the 10th for Weetward anil
{Reportedbg J. S. Van Inyrn, up to Oct. 17, 1861.)
Ochotsk.
9—Am brig Francisco, Richmond, 2o days from Port May 16—Am wb ship Rohln Hood,bound home.
Townsend, withlumber to 11. Hackfeld Co.
13—Am wh ship Levi Star-buck, Jernegan,from Honolulu,
9—Am clipjier ship Storm King, Callaghan, 9J days from June
bound borne.
San Frsnclsco, en route for China ; sailed again Aug. 7—Brit bark Ann Pltcairn_ Sharpe, Sharpe, from Liver
next day.
pool, bound to Cutlab.
days
from
San
FranClaxton,
14
23—Am bark Yankee,
I.)—Am bark Crusader, Moore, from Baiter's Inland,bound
cisco, with mdse to Wilcox, Richards 4; Co.
to Hamburg with guano. Put in to repair rudder,
Gregg,
Francisco
via
Lahaina,
23—Am sch Olivia,
fm San
which had been damaged by a heavy sen.
with 100Mshingles ; was lOdays to the latter port Oct. 13—Peruvian
ship Iquiqui, from Oallao. Came to land
MM political prisoners, by order of President CasDEPARTURES.
tillla, viz Oenentlfl Kchenique, Rivas and Klespur,
und Sen. Sarrunitfra.
Feb. I—Am wh ship Emily Morgan, Whiteside, for Westward
14—Am rtteamtT I'uquetiede M aide, from. Valparaiao. She
mid Ochotsk.
biiM ri-milly come from K«ff York, und Is to run
I—Am wh ship Mllo, Fordham, for West'd nnd Ochotsk.
l-rtvu-rii Valparaiao unit Mau>, on this coast.
4—Am wh ship Nassau, Uuinn, for West'd ami Uchotsk.
17 —llainlinrK bark Sirene, put in for water, etc. | sailed
Society
Inland*.
b'lnoine,
4—Tahltlansch Manupaia,
for
again next day.
>—Danish brig Catliariiia, KJer, for Hongkong. I'aaseuger—ltcv V Kunis.
B—Am bark Speedwell. Cora. Paty, for SanKrftnclscn.
MARRIED.
14—Hawsch Manilla, Copeland, for Fiuining's Inland.
IS—Am brig Francisco, Richmond, for Victoria and Puget
Thurtilay, Fib l!7, at the resiCautkr—Jinn—ln
Honolulu,
Sound. Passengers—6 Hawaiian*.
dence of the bride's father, by Key. K. Corwin, 11. A. P. Carter
18—Russian gun-boat Morge. Crown, for Japan.
S.
Oussic.
youngest
to
daughter of U. P. Judd, Ksq., M. !>.,
all of this city.
MEMORANDA.
llMU—Wii.hki.m—lii Honolulu. V'-brimry 9, Ly Rev. S. C.
L. Milger to Catherine \\ iilelui.
ICT Hark Yankee, Claxton, reports—Sailed from Honolulu Damon, Mr. Antone
In New York city, January 7, 1862, at
Kit iiwiini. ii in
Friday, Jan. 10—discharged the pilot al BA. M. The following
the
residence
of
the
bride*! father, Mr. Jnme« Henry Crocker
day
of
each
Is an account of each day's run, up to noon
Kichmund, of New Bedford, (formerly of Honolulu,) to Kate
Longitude.
Winds.
Distance.
N. Latitude. W.
Curtis, of New York.
8.K
68
Ian. 11....22° 04
167° 11
23° 30
164° 30
S.8.E
187
12
13
26° 46
161° 10
226
•'
DIED.
148=20
182
"
14....27° 26
16
29° 00
144=20
232
"
•• 16....30= 30
140=30
S.W
218
l)uask—ln Honolulu,Sahbathafternoon,Feb. 16th, Mrs. Sarah
32= 00
136= 40
219
17
"
W. W. Doane, aged _7 years, wife of the Rev. E. T. Doane, of
132= 30
W.S.W
261
26
" 18....34=
Marshall Islands. She was a native of Long Island.
Ebon,
128= 30
227
IB.... 36= 20
The deceased wan eompellrd to leave her missionary work last
20....37° 18
124=16
214
June, on account of her own feeblehealth and that of one of her
At 8 P. M. on the 20th, hove aback inside of the Farraleooes children. Site came to Honoluluon the leturnof
the Morning
In 30 fathoms water, having made tbe passage in 10 days Star from her last trip to Micronesia, and
has been conflned tv
and li hours. Was detained outside by a S.K. gale and thick her room most of the time since her arrival, residing in the
__il.
of
days
night
for
entered
the
tbe
the
-,
two
port on
weather
familiesof the ltev. K. W. Clark and Mrs. Cham 1erlaln,where
Left San Francisco for Honolulu on Saturday, Feb. 8. and she
has received every attt-ntion that tender sympathy could
passed out the Heads at VI M. First ten days out had light sugßettt, and the able and constant attendance of Dr. Stangenwinds from N.K. to K.N.E. ; remainder of the pannage, strong waltl. Notwithstanding all theirexertions still her malady, the
Muil
laid
hreeies from K.S.E. to K. Sighted
on the 2_U, and
consumption, continued to progress. Her missionary life whs
tinder easy sail all night; was tcl-Paphed at daylight, and spent upon Ponape and Kbon. She was naturally of a delicate
aiue into port at 9 A. M.
frame, but had previously enjoyedgood health,and was remarkhopeful and devoted to her missionary work. Her death
Ships or War in thk Pacific—We publish below a lilt of ably
natural, ehe hoped until the
peculiarly happy. As
was
the British, Americanand French ships of war In ttie Pacini- at last, that she might one >morewhs
see her husband, whoae arrival
present, with their clans, guns, tonnage and horse-power, and
by
is
looked
for
theLiholiho.
She
died
withthe happy consciouswhich will be Interesting to our readers under existing circum- ness of having ■ done what ahe could," to publish the gospel
stances. It will be seen that the majority of the entire fleet among the ignorantand degraded people of
Mlcronesl<i.—Erf.
consists of powerful steamers, carrying guns of heavy calibre
and of the most improved inventions i
Andrews—AtMakawao, East Maui, on the morning of Jan.
BRITISH.
Ann S. Andrews, wife of Rev. C. B. Andrews, fur many
Class.
Name.
Ouns. Tonnage. II. P. 27th,
years a Missionary of the A. B. C. F. M.
Steam flag ship..Bacchante
61
600
2,667
It Is with no ordinary emotions of sorrow, that we record the
■'
sloop
Cameleon
962
200
17
death of this most estimable woman. We have been hoping
400
1,472
corvette. .Clk)
22
some
of our correspondents would hare forwarded an obituary
Fawn
761
100
17
sloop
notice. She died In the meridian of life and usefulness. Her
748
100
Harrier
17
" sloop
views
of the Missionary work, maternal duties and Christian
240
<
Paddle sloop
Hecate
817
life, were enlarged, elevated and practical. So far as Lay In her
16
260
1,09*
Steam sloop
Miranda
power,
she most cordially seconded the views and plans of her
w
882
200
sloop
Mutlne
17
husband, In his labors for the benefit of Hawaiian females. We
Storeahlp
Nlad
1,020
know
whereof
we affirm, when we say thatbut few were her suu
0
1,004
Nereus
periors In education,refinement, piety, and all those Christian
Steam corvette..Pelerus
400
1,462
21
virtues
which
rendered
her home the abode of happiness and the
corvette..Tartar
20
260
1,208
•'
center whence radiated those influences which tended to elevate
26
310
1,647
frigate.. .Termagent
people
and
christianise
the
for whom she came to labor. Her
600
1,073
frigate...Tope—e
61
life and example are aptly and beautifully Illustrative of Wo
60
tlunboat
Forward
Foreign
waii's
Position
the
Mission Enterprise.—_■-'«/,
4
in
00
Orappler
*
Total
10 ships
17,720 3,770
2111
Smith—At Wsiklki, Honolulu, Feb. 1. after a week's illness,
Maria Smith, wife of J. W. Smith, carpenter.
I'MIT CD HTATKB.
nag ship
Lancaster
20
2,:hai
Rowkn—At Kaneohe, Oahu, Feb. 2, after a short Illness of
Saranac
team frigate
0
2,000
three days, William A. Howen, aged about 80, formerly of Salem,
Wyoming
g
sloop
1,200
Mass. He leaves a wife and three small children.
sloop
Narraga—Mtt
8
1,000
Nsilson—In Honolulu, February 12, Henry A. Neilson, aged
loop
Cyaoe
20
860
38 years. Tbe funeral of the deceased will be attended this dsy
St.Mary
1,000
22
'•
at 4 P.M., fromhis lat: residence, in Alakea street.
toreahlp
Warren
8
760
Brutes* -At Puuloa, vYalmea, Hawaii, Feb. 6, after a painFradonla
1,000
4
ful Illness of 10 years, Sarah, wife of Francis Spencer, aged 36.
100
10,100
Total
Robiksok—On the 10th Inst., at the Queen's Hospital, Robert
Robinson alias Bob the Sawyer, aged 68 yean.
rRASCS.
ship.
.Duguay
Trouln
90
800
1,000
Steam flag
Thomas—ln Ban Francisco, Jan. 24, George Thomas, born in
Oalethee
32
200
Philadelphia July 2,1820, and for many years a much respected
Corvette
■
Oornelle
82
300
resident of Honolulu.
800
Bayonnaiae
32
"
Brown—ln Honolulu. Feb. 22, of aneurism of the heart. Mr.
ISO
240
6
Caaalnl
B. steamer
Michael Brown, formerly of Salem, Mass., but a resident of this
place forabout 10 yean past.
10,000
1M
Total
1.080
Smith—in Francisco, Jan. 10. Randall Smith, aged 31, for■*
merly residing In this city.
The Lancaster Is pierced for forty guns.
The tonnageof the U. 8. ships may not be quite correct, as it
Molixiaux—ln Honolulu Feb. 28, Pbills X. Mollneaux. a
colored woman. The deceased came to the Islands In tbe family
la not given In the Nary Register, but It Is yery nearly so.
of tbe late Hon. G. M. Chase, l\ S. Consul at Lahaina.
—PflStisis St&r.
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