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1844.1
T II K I' 0 I, y N K S I A X .
We have had the ' pleasure of receiving
from a few individuals, pledges to the amount
of $130 annually, for tho support of an Kpis
copal Clergyman. A few additional hund
reds would raise the. amount sufficiently to
accomplish the object ; and we request those,
who are interested, to send us in their
names, with the amounts they would feel able
to devote to the object. It would give i
much pleasure, if omo older and more expo-
rirucuu iaiuv iii, vwiiiu uikg ims matter ear
neatly in hand ; but if none such, with sufli
cient leisure can be found, we beg our read
era to bear patiently with our humble efforts,
and such as feel disposed, to aid us in our hi
bor. Wc look upon the establishment of an
independent church here, as of vital interest
to the well-being of the community. No na
tion can permanently prosper, in which ex
ists not the form or substance of Godliness
Wc say this reverentially. . That people,
whose God is the Lord, will most assuredly
be increased, and peace and plenty dwell
within their borders. A large and increas
iiig class exists without the means of relig
ious instruction. A spirit of indifference
the fore-runner. of skepticism, prevails to a
lamentable extent. I he admonition of pa
rents, the examples of early years, and the
inherent sense of duty, which sooner or la
tcr visits the breast of every man not pet rifi
ed to all moral feeling, lose their influence
in the lax morality which prevndes all com
munities where exists no systematic Divine
worship. Occasional indulgences become
fixed habits, and the mind from constant ha
bitude to worldly passions, unadmonished by
the public hearing of truth, the harmony of
praise, and the contrition of penitent hearts,
soon ceases to look to another God than the
idols of its own desires. History, with fing
ers of blood, points to those cases, (alas ! too
many,) where human vanity has usurped di
vine law awful has been tho retribution
and societies, nurturing the seeds of their
own dissolution, have either perished miser
ably, strangled in the chaos of their own vi
ces, or have acknowledged the hand that
-hastened them and aain reared the stand
ard they had insulted and contemned. In
the youth of any community, it is of the
highest importance, that the foundation of
religious and intellectual instruction be deep
ly laid. Schools we must and will have,
suitable to the varied.- wants of the rising
generation ; but paramount to them is relig
ious instruction. Both, however, are too
closely allied to be separated, though the
examples of a Tyrol, certain cantons of
Switzerland, La Vendee and Iceland show
that peace and happiness flow from a devo
tional spirit, even if not illumined by all the
light of modern science. We conceive that
system of religious instruction best, which is
founded upon voluntary support ; and it is
on this plan that a church should be estab
lished here. There are those, who scoff at
the idea of supporting any religion, but it
will be well for such to recollect, that their
scoffs are directed at those immutable princi
ples, and divine revelations, which have
brought them the very blessings they now
enjoy ; and that, if they would have them in
creased, and the incipient bud become the
ripened fruit, they should add their mite.
Ry these remarks, we by no means wish
to have it inferred, that there is a destitution
of religious instruction in this kingdom.
Far from it the means already provided
have laid the foundation of national prosper
ity. The laborers have been faithful, and
the results are a striking manifestation of the
saying, "my peace I leave with you." But
they are inadequate to the wants of the most
important portion of the community that,
which both from knowledge, wealth, and vig
or of intellect will have a powerful influ
ence upon the destinies of this country.
It is to provide for them' and their children,
that wc advocate this cause
Those who feel an interest, simply in the
growth of the town, would doubtless be plea
sed to see erected, a building which shall be
an architectural ornament, and it would not
he well to build until funds are obtained, suf
ficient for the erection of a ehnpel to aecom-
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niodate 500 people to be planned by an ex
perienced architect. ' 1 '$
It costs no more to build symmetrically,
than to pile lime and stone together in bar
barous confusion.
In conclusion, we would suggest, that n
meeting of those who subscribe, should soon
take place, and if it is their opinion, a
committee be formed to draft a letter to
the suitable authorities, in the United States,
stating their desires, and the amount that
can be raised here towards their accomplish
ment ; and also, to transact such other busi
ness as may be necessary, subject to tho
sanction of the subscribers.
ces of the case, would recommend our
cisionto the me rev of the court.
de-
The interest which is now manifested in
the cause of temperance, cannot, but be high
ly gratifying to every friend of order and hu
manity. A meeting was held on Tuesday
evening last, at Hungtai's which was well
attended by those interested in the cause.
The names of those who had taken the tee
total pledge were read others added, ap
propriate addresses made, and the prelimi
nary steps taken for more efficient action by
the formation of a society.
CHARLK-S !5imVYKR.
WILLIAM LA DO.
JAMES J. JARVES,
JOHN VOSS,
DANIEL I TRUE,
. R HOOKS '
I): P. PEN HALLOW,
A. JOHNSTONE.
C. CP.UTTKNDKN,
R. S. WOOD,
JAMES ROBINSON.
The benevolent propensities 6f our Amer
ican brethren, not (infrequently display them
selves in a remarkable manner. We have
often been amused in witnessing the opening
of some huge package, prepared by kind
souls afar ofT, for the comfort of their friends j
this way. But we venture to say, n greater'
or more striking display of charity, was nev
er exhibited in our streets, than during the
progress through them, of the huge pine
wood pulpit, recently landed from the Globe.
It has made its appearance here, covered
with carved-work and cushions, whose lus
tre has somewhat faded through long years of
preaching, flights of steps and all. If an Es
quimaux, clothed in skins, and redolent with
train oil, had been suddenly dropped into
our principal thoroughfare, he would not
have been more astonished at the heat, than
the recipients of this bounty were at its mag
nitude. The cost of getting it here, cannot
be much short of $200, and its use may be
represented thus, O. From its tout ensemble
we arc not at all surprised that its original
proprietors were pleased to get it 20,000
miles from home.
After which, His Excellency addressed a
letter to William Howlinson, of which the
following is a correct translation, from the
Hawaiian language:
To Wii.uam Rowlixson:
SV, I have to inform you that the jury
cinpannelled on your appeal from tho judg
ment of the Inferior judges, Vn the original
complaint of William .Sumner, for stealing
his goats, have affirmed the Judgment of the
Inferior Judges. But they recommend you
to my mercy.
The judgment of the Inferior Judges was
that you pay rights-four goats, in conse
quence of your having stolen twenty-one ;
and of these eighty-four, the government
would hv statute, be entitled to forty-two.
In consideration of the recommendation of
the Jury, 1 freely remit the government
share, and requite that you shall, within 30
days, pay the remaining forty-two goats, to
William Sumner, the plaintiff in original ac
tion, or execution will issue against you for
that number, estimated to be worth, by me,
fifty cents each $'.21,00
(Signed,) M. Khki avaoa.
Honolulu, July 20th, 1814.
Roman Catholic Cin ucii. Bulls from
the Holy See have been received by the
Bishop of Quebec, erecting into an apostolic
curacy the whole territory beyond the Rocky
Mountains lying north of the California, and
appointing M. Francis Nobert Blanehet,
Apostolic Vicar, with the title of Bishop of
Philadelphia in partibus infideUum, one of the
most ancient sees established in Asia Minor.
We learn from the Nonanona, of the 23d.
inst., of tho arrival here of the new schooner
Einclia, of 1 10 tons, built at Waimea, Kau
ai. She is said to be a good sailor.
Wc have numerous communications on
hand, which shall receive attention as fast
as more important engagements will permit.
(BV AUTHORITY.
Before the Governor or Oahu, assisted by
J. Ricord, Esq., H. H. M. Att'y Gen.
WILLIAM ROWLINSON Adsm. WJ1. SUMNEK.
APPEAL FROM INFERIOR COURT.
An appeal was brought by William Row-
linson, plaintiff in error, from the following
sentence of the Inferior Judges of Honolulu.
That William Rowlinson shall pay Eigh
ty four goats, for having cut and marked
the goats ot William buniner.
" I his decision is made pursuant to the
Hawaiian statute, page 142 of the native
version, Section 1."
The complaint before the Inferior Court
was for stealing, and marking with intent to
steal, twenty one goats of tho plaintiff below,
for which, by Chap. 36, page 153, of the
Hawaiian statutes, four-fold- restitution is
prescribed, A Jury was duly empannelled,
on the appeal to whom the former sentence
was submitted, and evidence in support of,
and against it, adduced by the respective
parties.
The jury, after deliberating for near two
hours, rendered the following verdict: .
We the uudcrsigned, confirm the decision
of the lower court, and under the eireumstan-
" There is a happy period of life, when
the arrows of irftlietion glance from the
breast, and never penetrate. They resemble
the halcyons, which, skimming rapidly in
the black and stormy night, spread their
wings of snowy white over the agitated
billows. Grief may o'ercast the soring
of life, but its tears and glooms are the dews
i.i..,i., ..r :.
tutu wivitun ui IIJUI IIIII,
Female Beauty. To sum the whole, the
charms that arc really indispensable.to being
beloved, and may be possessed by every one
who is not personally, or mentally, or moral
ly deformed. Let us enumerate them.
First an eye, whether black, blue, or
gray, that has the spirit of kindness in its ex
pression. Secondly a mouth that is able to say a
good deal, and that sincerely. Its teeth kept
as clean as possible, must be very good ma
tured to servants, and friends that come un
expectedly to dinner.
Thirdly a figure that shall preserve itself,
not by neglecting any of its duties, but by
good taste, exercise, and a dislike of gross
living.
Fourthly the art of being happy at home
and making that home the abode of peace.
Where can peace dwell if there be no piety?
These qualities will sway the souls of men,
when the shallower perfections enumerated
in this article would cease to charm. A
good heart is the best beautilier. Ladies'
Magazine.
A Cllver Reply. A servant girl in the
town of , whose beaut v formed matter of
general admiration and discussion, in passing
a group of officers in the street, hearn one of
them exclaim to his fellows 'By heaven,
sue a pdiiucu ;
'Yes, sir, and by heaven only!' she very
quietly replied, turning round.
The officer acknowledged the force of the
rebuke, and apologized.
Latest Dates. .
From London, .Much 12Paris. Jlarch 10
United States, (New Orleans) April 26, (Boston)
April 10 (New-York) April 11 Mazatlan, May
30 Society Islands (Tahiti) Juno 25.
Imports.
July 23. C, A N t o n; per Cacique. 41 cases
Silks: 19 rases cotton goods; 5 do. Netting;' 4 do.
tM -Nankin; 1 do. Grass Cloth ; 1 trunk Muslins;
l bul Hosiery; Lease- Linen; I do. Drnadrjolh;
10 do. Shoes; 2 do. Clothing 71 packages Teas;
20 roll Matting; 33 nests Trunks; 40 cases Wines;
IS hhds. Brand v; 14 casks Wine; 36 eases Pre
serves; 40 baskets Sugar; 4 cases Syrup; 20 do.
Fruit. Preserve. etc.: fl I rnuaii War'
2 do. Fans; 33 coils Rope; 23 bags Coffee; 40 bags
Kice; 10 packuges Chai- ; 100 Bengal Water
Coolers; 12 boxes Paints; 200 cases Gin; 25 casea
Claret; 25 do. Brandy; 12 do. Prints; 10 hhds.
Slicrry; 5 eases Champagne; 144 kegs White Lead;
10 kegs Turpentine; 2 cases Saddler etc. to
Passengers. .
In II. B. M. frigate Thalia. II. B. M Cr.n.1,1
General Wm.Miller, Esq.; Miss Miller; Mr. H.Sea.
Per Cacique Mr. Henry Skinner.
SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE
FOR THi: PORT OF HONOLULU
1841.
A R R I V E I).
July 20 Put back, Br. brig Clementine, from the
windward the wind blowing too hard, with too
strong a current for her to reach Maui. The cur
rrnt to tl.e westwnrd, ns we are informed, has been
us much as so miles a day, rendering it impossible
lor vessels bound to the windward islands to reach
their destination.
July lir. barque Cacique, Eldre.d, Gl day
from China.
July 21 Br. barque Honolulu, Rossum, Kauai.
Jtilv 2b' Am. whale-ship. Magnolia, Simmons, N.
Bedford, 21 months ; iOU Sperm and 3500 Wble-
full bound home.
SAILED.
July 21-H. B. M. fiigme Thalia, Hope; for
Tahiti and Valparaiso.
July 23 Br. brig Clementh.e, Molteno; Mnui.
July 25 Am. whaling barque Levant, Russell;'
to cruise.
Shipflno Mkjior a NT' i m.--Tl e Aire tican blig
Lafayette, Winchester, ani.cd ai Lihaina ti e 17th
inst., haincf landed her partcngcro at Kawaihse.
On leaving Lahaina, Ehc experienced heavy weatl.cr,
split foresail, and ppiunp the fore topsail vwc! put
back to repair damage;, and tailed Spain for Iiilo
the 22d.
ADVERTISEMENTS.
NOTICE
IS herebv given, that the partnership heretofore
existing between JAMES NOWLIENS and
SOLOMON D. BARROWS, was DISSOLVED on
the 25th day of Juno ult., by mutual consent. All
debts of the firm previous to the above date, will
bo paid by James Nowliens, who will in future
conduct the business. .,
S. 1). BARROWS,
M. F. NOWLIENS.
Honolulu, July 27, 1841. 3w '.
For Sale,
THE two-story Stone Dwelling HOUSE,
with SHOP adjoining, pleasantly situated,
i the Mansion House, and now occupied by
criber. For terms, apply to
opposite
the subscriber. For terms, apply
Honolulu, July 27. . if
ELI JONES.
Charlton's Trial. '
JUST PUBLISHED, and for sale at this Office,
a Report of the case of George Pklly
Richahi) Charlton tried before His Excel
lency M. Kekuanaoa June 18 and 19, 1844. i
Single copies, 25 cents. , , tf . . July 27
Tor Sale,
THE good Sch'r PILOT, 20 font, in
good condition, and well found.
For terms, apply to
July 20. ' LADD & CO.'
Arrow Hoot.
fiD 4ffe41u1k LBS. superior Arrow Root, for
July 20.
sale by
C. BREWER fit CO.
For Sale,
ONE ROLL painted canva3 Carpeting, con
taining 175 square yards. Apply to
July 20. tf C. BREWER & CO.
;CpC I It C U L A It The Hawaiian
Treasury Board announce to the public gene
rally, that in future the O OV ERXMEXT
PJIIA'TIJVG ESTABLISHMENT
located at Honolulu, will execute with neatness and
despatch, any BOOK or JOB PRINTING required
by private individuals, on the same terms as it has
been done heretofore as a private establishment. '.,
Also, that the Government, having purchased the
Polynesian Newspaper, lately owned by J. J.
Jarves, will in future furnish the same at the rates
per annum that were demanded for it when a private
periodical ; and will admit all Advertisements at the
accustomed prices of insertion.
By order of the Board. J. J. JARVES, )
July 13, 1814. v Director of Gov't Printing.
Notice.
BOCTOR C. F. WINSLOW, from the United
States, bavin? established himself a ncrmanrnt
resident at Maui, oilers his services to those persons
who visit that port, in need of Medical or Surgical
attendance. ' ', -
Maui, July 6, 1841. , ; 6w t ; , .''..
75
American Beef and Fork.
DHLS. Mess flaef; 30 do. Pork; for sale
hv a BPEU'FU CO. Jlv 20