28.-History of Wyoming, in a Series of Letters from Charles Miner to his Son, William Penn Miner. 8vo., pp. 600. Philadelphia: Crissy & Markley. The beautiful valley of Wyoming has long been distinguished for its mineral resources, and the historical circumstances of its early colonization, and particularly as the scene of a horrid massacre, black with cruelty, and crimsoned with blood. It has moreover been rendered classic ground by the "Gertrude" of Campbell, one of England's undying poets. In the work before us, the worthy author, whose long residence in this interesting section of Pennsylvania, and whose familiar association with its prominent interests seem peculiarly to have qualified him for the labor, has exhibited the strongly marked features of its history in a very satisfactory manner. The exaggerated statements of former writers, touching the massacre, are corrected; and, altogether, we have a narrative based upon the most authentic documents, and the verbal statements of persons who were familiar with many of the events recorded. Although the immediate scene of the work is rather circumscribed, the events connected with it are of deep and thrilling interest. Indeed, we can scarcely point to a local history that presents more startling facts. 29.-The Poetical Works of Percy Bysche Shelley. Edited by Mrs. SHELLEY. Royal 8vo., pp. 391. Philadelphia: Crissy & Markley. Mrs. Shelley, in her introduction to the poems of her husband, pays an unaffected and beautiful tribute to his memory. She says he was generous to imprudence, devoted to heroism, and that these characteristics breathe throughout his poetry. "The struggle for human weal; the resolution firm to martyrdom; the impetuous pursuit; the glad triumph in good; the determination not to despairwere the features that marked those of his works which he regarded with most complacency, as sustained by a lofty aim." She divides his poems into two classes-the purely imaginative, and those which sprung from his heart. The second class, the more popular, appeal at once to emotions common to us all. Some of these rest on the passion of love; others on grief and despondency, and others on sentiments inspired by natural objects. Whatever may be the difference of opinion as to the character and tendency of some of his poems, no one would be willing to detract from the genius and power of the poet. The present, the first octavo edition that has been published in this country, is printed on a fine white paper, with a bold, handsome type; furnishing, altogether, a most beautiful volume for the library. 30.-The Book of the Feet: a History of Boots and Shoes, with Illustrations of the Fashions of the Egyptians, Hebrews, Persians, Greeks, and Romans, and the Prevailing Style throughout Europe, during the Middle Ages, down to the present period; also, Hints to Last-Makers, and Remedies for Corns, &c. By J. SPARKS HALL, Patent Elastic Boot-maker to her Majesty the Queen, the Dowager, and the Queen of the Belgians. From the Second London Edition, with a History of Boots and Shoes in the United States, Biographical Sketches of Eminent Shoe-makers, and Crispin Anecdotes. 12mo., pp. 216. New York: J. S. Redfield and William II. Graham. Mr. Hall, "Patent Elastic Boot-maker to her Majesty," the reigning Queen of England, says he has given the result of his experience, derived from twenty years practical acquaintance with this department of trade. The volume embraces the history of boots, shoes, &c., from the earliest time, and treats of the structure of the human foot, the method of making lasts, curing corns, &c. In addition to all the matter in the London edition, the American editor has subjoined a history of boots and shoes in the United States, and numerous biographical sketches of distinguished boot and shoe-makers-men of genius, talents, and worth, who have occupied eminent stations among their fellow-men. 31.-An Elemental Treatise on Analytical Geometry: Translated from the French of J. B. Biot, for the Use of the Cadets of the Virginia Military Institute, at Lexington, Va., and adapted to the Present State of Mathematical Instruction in the Colleges of the United States. By FRANCIS H. SMITH, A. M., Superintendent and Professor of Mathematics of the Virginia Military Institute; late Professor of Mathematics of Hampden Sydney College, and formerly Assistant Professor in the United States Military Academy at West Point. 8vo., pp. 252. Philadelphia: Thomas, Cowperthwait & Co. The design of this work is to furnish a text-book, which may be readily embraced in the usual collegiate course without interfering with the time devoted to other subjects; while, at the same time, it contains a comprehensive treatise on the subject of which it treats. The original work, of which this is a translation, was for many years the text-book in the United States Military Academy at West Point. It is, we believe, justly regarded as the best treatise on analytical geometry that has yet appeared. 32.-Hartman's Theory of Acute Discases, and their Homapathic Treatment. Third German Edition. Revised, and considerably enlarged by the author. Translated, with Additions, and adapted to the use of the American Profession, by CHARLES J. HEMPEL, M. D. Volume I. 12mo., pp. 272. New York: William Radde. This is, we believe, the first systematic exposition of the treatment of acute diseases published by the homopathic physicians; and yet their success in those diseases is considered the most marked and certain. This omission is probably owing in part to the inherent difficulty of the undertaking, and partly to the remark of Hahnemann, that no treatment can be based upon the classification of diseases as adopted by the old school. Dr. Hartman, the author of the present treatise, practised homopathy for twenty-eight years, and with great success. Though the work is designed for medical men, we commend it to all inquirers after truth-to all who are not wedded to the errors of the past. The second volume of Hartman's Acute Diseases is in press, and will soon be published. 33.--History of the Reformation in England. By Rev. J. A. SPENCER, A. M., author of " The Christian Instructed in the Ways of the Gospel and the Church," etc. 18mo., pp. 205. New York: Stanford & Swords. This is the most condensed history of the "Reformation in England" that we have seen. Mr. Spencer, the author, is an accredited minister of the Protestant Episcopal Church in this country, and we believe the present work is approved by "high" and "low" churchmen; at least it has received the favorable notice of the journals of each party. The features that will commend it to popular reading are, its precision, brevity, and comprehensiveness. It is printed in a bold, handsome type, and forms, altogether, a very neat volume. 34.-The Churchman's Reasons for his Faith and Practice, with an Appendix on the Doctrine of Development. By Rev. N. S. RICHARDSON, A. M., author of “Reasons Why I am a Churchman," etc. New York: Stanford & Swords. The object of this treatise is to bring before the mind of the reader a distinct view of what the author, who is an Episcopalian, considers the "Church of Christ;" and also the leading arguments by which the more prominent points of that Church are defended. The distinctive features of the Church are set forth with earnestness; and, as the author "trusts, under the chastening influence of the responsibility which he necessarily assumes, who, in the midst of a distracted world, claims to be a sure guide in the way of the Church, to a haven of rest and peace." 35.--The Modern Standard Drama; A Collection of the most Popular Acting Plays, with Critical Remarks; also, the Business of the Stage, Costumes, etc. Edited by EPES SARGENT, author of "Velasco, a Tragedy," etc. Vol. IV. New York: William Taylor & Co. The volume before us contains eight popular plays, viz: Virginius, by James Sheridan Knowles; the King of the Commons, by the Rev. James White; London Assurance, by Dion L. Bourcicault; the Rent Day, by Douglas Jerrold; Shakspeare's Two Gentlemen of Verona; the Jealous Wife, by George Colman; the Rivals, by Richard Brinsley Sheridan; and Perfection, or the Maid of Munster, by Thomas Haynes Bayly. Each play is introduced by critical notices from the pen of Mr. Sargent, the editor, as also a biographical sketch of James H. Hackett, with a handsome portrait. 36.-Christian Consolations. Sermons designed to Furnish Comfort and Strength to the Aflicted. By A. P. PEABODY, Pastor of the South Church, Portsmouth, N. H. 18mo., pp. 312. Boston: William Crosby and A. P. Nichols. We have in this volume twelve discourses, selected from the author's "common parish sermons," written at wide intervals of time, and many of them with reference to individual cases of affliction. Although the range of subjects is wider than the title would seem to authorize, many of them are peculiarly pertinent to the subject, and all possess a bearing upon the leading idea indicated by the title. They possess more originality of thought than many volumes of sermons that are published ; and as literary compositions, they will bear a favorable comparison with our best English essayists. Their freedom from sectarian peculiarities should secure for the volume a circle of readers more numerous than that to which their author belongs. 37.-Rory O'More. A National Romance. By SAMUEL LOVER, Esq., author of "Legends and Stories of Ireland," etc. With illustrations by the author. 12mo., pp. 275. Philadelphia: Lea & Blanchard. Like everything from this versatile writer, this romance is rich in descriptions of Irish character, rich humor and innocent drollery. If laughing is conducive to health, lct lean, melancholic invalids read Lover -"laugh and grow fat." "An ounce of mirth is worth a pound of sorrow." 38.-The Elements of Theology; or, The Leading Topics of Christian Theology, Plainly and Scripturally Set Forth, with the Principal Evidences of Divine Revelation Concisely Stated; with Questions for the Use of Families, Bible Classes, and Seminaries of Learning. By DANIEL HASCALL, A. M. 18mo., pp. 261. New York: Lewis Colby & Co. The design of this work is, after a concise proof of the existence of God from creation, to set forth the evidence of a Divine Revelation contained in the two Testaments, or Bible. The attributes of God, the primitive and present character of man, his recovery, the agency of creatures connected with this recovery, and what befalls man at and after death, are the subjects discussed; tinctured, of course, with the peculiar views of the writer, who holds the popular orthodox theology of the day. 39.--The Rose Culturist, a Practical Lecture on the Cultivation and Management of the Rose. 18mo., pp. 125. New York: William H. Starr. This appears to be a very complete treatise on the rose in all its varieties, and furnishes just that kind of information required for its successful cultivation. 40.-The Traveller: or Wonders of Nature. 18mo., pp. 202. New York: M. W. Dodd. The wonders of nature, as displayed in mountains, volcanoes, precipices, caverns, earthquakes, deserts, rivers, cataracts, whirlpools, whirlwinds, and waterspouts, are familiarly described in this instructive little volume, which is admirably adapted to the taste and capacity of children. 41.-Floral Gems, or Songs of Flowers. By Mrs. J. THAYER, author of "The Vacation," "Passion," &c. 32mo., pp. 128. Boston: James French. Each flower, that opens its portals to the sun, imparts its appropriate social or moral lesson. The selection of emblems from the floral creation is made with taste, and the poetic illustrations from some of our sweetest poets express the silent teaching of flowers in their almost infinite beauty and variety. ART. CONTENTS OF NO. VI., VOL. XVI. ARTICLES. I. COMMERCE OF FRANCE, IN 1845.-A General Review of the Commerce of France with her Colonies, and with Foreign Powers, during the year 1845. Translated and made up from the Report of the Department of Customs of France............. PAGE 547 II. COST OF PRODUCTION AND FOREIGN DEMAND FOR OUR BREADSTUFFS. By RICHARD WILLIAMS, Merchant, of Massachusetts........... III. THE IRON TRADE OF EUROPE AND THE UNITED STATES: With special reference to the Iron Trade of Pennsylvania. By C. G. CHILDS, Esq., Editor of the Commercial List, Philadelphia............. IV. THE AMERICAN ART UNION........... 557 ........ 574 V. COMMERCIAL TOWNS AND CITIES OF THE UNITED STATES.-No. I.-THE CITY OF BUFFALO....................... 593 ......... 596 MERCANTILE LAW CASES. Equity-Costs-Jurisdiction of the United States Courts-Practice-Fraud-Agency-Contract...... 602 Collision Steamboat Neptune...... COMMERCIAL CHRONICLE AND REVIEW, 603 EMBRACING A FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL REVIEW OF THE UNITED STATES, ETC., ILLUSTRATED WITH TABLES, ETC., AS FOLLOWS: Bank of England and its operations-Bank of France-Drain of Bullion from England to the United States-Russian Gold Mines-Price of Grain in England, in 1845, 1846, and 1847-Grain sold in the United Kingdom, in fourteen days-Progress of Freights-Cotton Crop-Value of British ExportsMeans and Liabilities of the New York Banks, from 1845 to 1847-Pressure in the British Money Market-Duty on Copper Ore in England... COMMERCIAL REGULATIONS. Commercial Treaty between the United States and Hanover.. 604-610 611 ...... 616 RAILROAD, CANAL, AND STEAMBOAT STATISTICS. Ocean Steamers between Havre and New York.. Traffic of the German Railroads, in 1846... Vessels built and launched on the American Lakes, in 1846... Pennsylvania State Tolls on Merchandise as adopted by the Canal Commissioners........ JOURNAL OF BANKING, CURRENCY AND FINANCE. Coins and Currency of the Hawaiian Islands...... Condition of the Bank of France......... Coinage of the United States Mint and Branches, in each year, from 1793 to 1846.. COMMERCIAL STATISTICS. PAGE 617 619 620 621 621 622 623 623 624 Domestic Exports of the United States, their Quantity and Value, for the year ending June 30, 1846. 625 Pro-forma Sales of Flour, a Bona Fide Abstract from the Books of a Commission House............ 626 Importations of Corn into England, in 1846-47......... Commerce of Russia, in 1845........ Exports from Odessa, (Russia,) from 1840-46.. Commerce of France during the last fifteen years..... Exports from France to United States, in 1845.......... Imports from United States into France, in 1845...... Exports from France to Mexico, in 1845........ Imports from Mexico înto France, in 1845.. Exports from France to Texas, in 1845.. Imports from Texas into France, in 1845.. JOURNAL OF MINING AND MANUFACTURES. Product of the Gold Mines in Orel and Siberia, from 1819-46...... Coal and Iron Trade of the Ohio Valley...... Chemistry applied to Arts and Manufactures-Method of Detecting Cotton in Linen. 629 629 630 631 631 632 632 632 Letter from an Unfortunate Subscriber to the Merchants' Magazine............ Differential Duties, Translated from the French of M. Bastiat..... Position of the American Merchant, from Parker's Sermon of Merchants.................... An Official Smuggler....... Commerce in Eggs... 635 635 636 637 638 639 .. 639 639 639 THE BOOK TRADE. Notices of 41 New Works or New Editions, published since our last....... 640-648 HUNT'S MERCHANTS' MAGAZINE. JUNE, 1847. Art. I.-COMMERCE OF FRANCE, IN 1845. A GENERAL REVIEW OF THE COMMERCE OF FRANCE WITH ITS COLONIES, AND WITH FOREIGN POWERS, DURING THE YEAR 1845.* THE Tableau Général du Commerce de la France, is a "public document" published annually by the custom-house department of the French government, exhibiting, in tabular form, full and detailed statistics of the commerce of France during the previous year. The Report, for 1845, is a folio of some 700 pages, the contents of which are digested and exhibited in brief form, in twenty tables, which, with some general observations prefixed, referring to each table, are placed at the beginning of the work, under the title of Analytical Summary. These general observations we now lay before the reader. The terms "general commerce" and "special commerce," which frequently occur in the course of them, are explained in the Merchants' Magazine for May, 1846, Vol. XVI., p. 476, where may be found, also, a translation of the like summary of French commerce for 1844. It is sufficient, at present, to state, that the term general commerce, as technically used in these reports, embraces every branch of commerce, as well the carrying trade through France, as importation for home consumption, and exportation of home products and of *For similar reviews of the commerce of France, for the years 1843 and 1844, see Merchants' Magazine for July, 1845, Vol. XIII., No. 1, pp. 26 to 37, and Vol. XVI., No. 5, for May, 1847, pp. 476 to 486. For an elaborate article on the trade and commerce of France, from 1827 to 1840, with full and complete tabular statements, derived from the French official documents, we refer the reader to the Merchants' Magazine for September, 1842, Vol. VII., No. 3, pp. 229 to 241. Also, to same work, for May, 1843, Vol. VIII., No. 5, pp. 435 to 439, bringing the commerce of France down to 1841, and the present paper to 1845. For the official documents, furnishing the materials for these papers, we are indebted to M. D. L. Rodet, a distinguished political economist, residing at Paris. [ED. MERCHANTS' MAGAZINE.] |