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Montpelier (Vermont, United States) (search for this): chapter 24
n and Western life. From Montreal descend Lake Champlain,—observe the beautiful boats on this lake; pass by Crown Point and Ticonderoga, places famous in the French war and that of the Revolution; then cross Lake George, a lake of silver; from Lake George to Saratoga you will pass over the Flanders, the debatable ground in American history, fought over in two wars; see Saratoga and Ballston, then return to Burlington, on Lake Champlain, and from there wind through the Green Mountains; see Montpelier, in the lap of the mountains; cross the Connecticut River, pass through what is called the Gap in the White Mountains to Portland, Me., and thence to Boston; then, on the Western Railroad, to Berkshire, in the western part of Massachusetts; again to Trenton Falls (you will not miss another sight of them); thence back to the North River; and, descending the river, stop at Catskill and at West Point. Is this not a good plot? Cannot you be present at the annual Commencement of Harvard Uni
New Castle, Ky. (Kentucky, United States) (search for this): chapter 24
e. Unless you begin early, your ear will get accustomed to them; and will, perhaps, imagine them American. I think you cannot fail to be struck with the superior grace and beauty with which the language is spoken by cultivated Englishmen . . . . Robert Ingham, for whom I inclose a note, was a true friend of mine. He will be glad to see you as my brother, and will give you a warm welcome. He is a bachelor of forty-nine, living in the Temple, with a pleasant country-house not far from Newcastle. He lost his seat in Parliament at the last general election. In politics he is a moderate Whig. He is a warm but kind Churchman, and is a most delightful character. In all his views he is pure and elevated; in conversation, modest, quiet, and unambitious, but sensible, well-informed, and with that tinge which every English gentleman, no matter what his pursuit, has derived from the classical fountain. He will be a true friend to you, if you care to cultivate his friendship. He will
Creole (Ohio, United States) (search for this): chapter 24
on to them. Sumner's great interest in the Creole question is noted by Mr. Ticknor, who names hi I agree with you entirely with regard to the Creole affair,—except, perhaps, that I go further thaew papers. I long to see your letter on the Creole, and wish I could send you a copy of one I wro have been so ably presented. The case of the Creole seems too clear for argument. What could haves him. This was the case with the owner of the Creole; and Mr. Giddings, in asserting the freedom ofnning has put forth a glorious pamphlet on the Creole, in reply to Webster's sophistical despatch. you for the most interesting pamphlet on the Creole question. I admired it extremely, and have seng within him, he never could have written his Creole letter. Without Webster's massive argumentatissions have been made by Lord Ashburton on the Creole matter which, however agreeable to the South, n the sunshine of peace! The letter about the Creole has not yet been published. Lord Ashburton's [2 more...]
Boppard (Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany) (search for this): chapter 24
ls? Perhaps you have letters to Mr. Bates, You will find him a person of sterling honesty and sense. His son-in-law, Mr. Van de Weyer, the Belgian Minister, has a great deal of talent.. . . Julia is still young enough to be happy. She has a bright, cheerful nature, from which I expect much; and a natural grace and sensibility which will temper her womanhood with great attractions. Ever and ever yours, Charles. To Henry W. Longfellow, Marienberg. a hydropathic establishment at Boppard on the Rhine. Boston, May 14, 1842. All hail, my dear Henry, and a health to you across the sea! . . . Prescott was sorry to miss you when you called. Full, true, warm soul he is. Wherever he passes he leaves a path of sunshine, and flowers spring up in his foot-prints—unlike those spirits that move scythe-like across the field, cutting down by their harsh touch every thing that has put forth so much as a green leaf, and making a track of pointed stubble. Your parting note to me I v
Savin Hill (Massachusetts, United States) (search for this): chapter 24
arrived. The next night I drove them out. They were delighted to see, for the first time, fireflies. I caught several for them in my hat. Wednesday they went to Nahant to dine with Prescott. I was asked, but declined. In the evening I went with Howe to ride with Miss——and Miss——,a young girl of fifteen. I wished to laugh outright when I saw our cavalcade moving down Beacon Street,— those two young green girls under such ancient escort. I have been to-night with Howe to make a call at Savin Hill. Mann's oration is in press. I have read the proof. It is powerful and in pictures, but in a vicious style. Its drapery is like that of Paul Veronese, —heavy, sumptuous, sometimes tawdry, but always of golden tissue. To George S. Hillard. July 22, 1842. dear Hillard,—I was interrupted in the middle of the last sentence by Judge Ware, Judge Ashur Ware, of Portland. of Maine, who inquired after you. I am in the midst of the ——business, which I am doing as well as I
New England (United States) (search for this): chapter 24
vitality from the legislation of those States. Now, this legislation is of course limited to those States. It is not extra-territorial in its influence. Our New England courts have decided that a slave coming to our soil by the consent of his master—as, for instance, a servant—becomes entitled to his freedom. The invigorating be successful. We no longer think or talk about foreign affairs. It is the tariff which occupies and absorbs this part of the country. Much of the wealth of New England is so situated as to be dependent upon a protection derived from high duties on certain foreign articles. Peel seems to steady on with upright keel. I confe music about the earth) is more imposing than that of Prussia. Quebec and Montreal both have a European air, presenting a great contrast to the wooden towns of New England. I am anxious that your last impressions of my country should be derived from that part which may give you, I think, the most pleasure. Let me plan a short
Northumberland County (Virginia, United States) (search for this): chapter 24
,—there you will find that the Englishmen have the advantage. They are better educated and better bred, more careful in their personal habits and in social conventions,—more refined. The English country gentleman is of a class peculiar to England. He has at least three thousand pounds a year, and lives surrounded by his tenantry. Mr. Blackett, who has called on you, is a country gentleman of moderate fortune, and the owner of a coal mine. He was for many years the M. P. for the County of Northumberland. Ingham is a person of warm and affectionate nature, and much attached to the Church. I hope you will mingle with people without taking part in politics. It is the privilege of a foreigner to mingle with all parties, without expressing sympathy with either. Mr. Basil Montagu is an old lawyer of remarkable attainments. He has written several works on professional topics, which have been republished in our country; but he is chiefly known as the illustrator of the works of Lord
British Isles (search for this): chapter 24
hould have been proud to fight under his banners. He has rallied tile North against the South; has taught them their rights, and opened their eyes to the bullying (I dislike the word as much as the thing) of the South. I wish you could extricate yourself from that coil. To Rev. Dr. William E. Channing, Boston. 4 Court Street, March 10, 1842. my dear Sir,—I am now able to send you the volume of documents containing the correspondence of 1837, on the subject of slaves thrown upon British islands. Allow me to call your attention to document 216, pp. 3-11, where Mr. Forsyth states the claim of the American Government; pp. 13-15, the answer of Lord Palmerston to this claim; pp. 25-28, a further answer of Lord Palmerston, embodying the English side in distinct and truly honorable terms; pp. 28-35, Mr. Stevenson's argument to support the slave-owner; pp. 43-45, a most interesting note from Lord Palmerston, assigning reasons why the English Government cannot be a party to a conventi
Portland (Maine, United States) (search for this): chapter 24
ga, places famous in the French war and that of the Revolution; then cross Lake George, a lake of silver; from Lake George to Saratoga you will pass over the Flanders, the debatable ground in American history, fought over in two wars; see Saratoga and Ballston, then return to Burlington, on Lake Champlain, and from there wind through the Green Mountains; see Montpelier, in the lap of the mountains; cross the Connecticut River, pass through what is called the Gap in the White Mountains to Portland, Me., and thence to Boston; then, on the Western Railroad, to Berkshire, in the western part of Massachusetts; again to Trenton Falls (you will not miss another sight of them); thence back to the North River; and, descending the river, stop at Catskill and at West Point. Is this not a good plot? Cannot you be present at the annual Commencement of Harvard University (our Cambridge), the last Wednesday in August? Story delivers a discourse on the day before, in commemoration of the second
Mexico (Mexico) (search for this): chapter 24
ed by an appointment for an unfortunate contract with the Government for the transportation of freedmen to Île à Vache. You will read Webster's letters to Lord Ashburton. They are the poetry of diplomacy. I know of no such papers in our history,—in dignity and strength of composition, in the stately pace of the argument, and the firmness of the conclusion. The letter on Impressment is magnificent. He thinks it his best. The former letter on McLeod was a great production; the two on Mexican affairs are equally so. The demand for the surrender of the Santa Fe prisoners is epic. If I find leisure, I will write an article for the North American on these despatches as a new era in State papers. The only one in our history comparable to his is perhaps the famous paper of Jefferson, in which he announced the neutrality of the administration of Washington: but I have not read this lately; and I doubt if it can be compared with Webster's. You will see that Lord Ashburton has used th
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