early in life became attached to St. Stephen's (Episcopal) Church, where he became a prominent member. In the month of August, 1819, in the 50th year of his age, he died as he had lived, a good Christian.

Thomas Gibbons was another most worthy, generous and public-spirited gentleman, who like the preceeding, was among the last to leave the “Old Fly Market." Mr. Gibbons was a man of decided talent, which he often displayed in defence of the profession: always on the lead to encourage agriculture, as well as paying special attention to the breeding of fine stock-in getting up Fairs, offering premiums, paying liberal prices for choice cattle, etc. In public or private meetings, benevolent societies, or patriotic celebrations, Thomas Gibbons was always found in the foremost rank.

The general illumination in honor of Peace between the United States and Great Britain, took place, in New York, on the evening of 27th Febru ary, 1815, when the various public buildings, hotels, private residences, stores, &c., were adorned with transparencies, patriotic mottoes, &c., all brilliantly lighted up. By common consent, the Butchers, on the previous Saturday evening (25th) dressed their stalls and splendidly illuminated all the public Markets. Mr. Gibbons' Stall especially attracted much attention; and, on the following Monday evening, his house, No. 213 Bowery, the press says, had a large "Transparency representing a FAT OX, leading to the slaughter, with the motto, Peace and Plenty."

Perhaps no event however was so conspicuous with the butchers (except the Federal Procession, in 1788) as that of the Canal Celebration, when the skill and liberality of Mr. Gibbons stood forth boldly and bountifully, although greatly assisted by many others in the profession. (For this account, see The Market Book," vol. i. p. 506.)

As early as 1806, Mr. Gibbons became engaged in purchasing fine or premium cattle; and, in 1809, he purchased the celebrated pair of "Connecticut River Cattle," from a Mrs. Partridge. In 1813, he advertised to show "The most complete carcass of Beef," on his Stall No. 14, Fly Market. This Ox was fatted by Mr. Oliver Bagg, West Springfield, Connecticut River. Other fine animals followed; and, in 1820, "The extraordinary pair of Cattle, Mơn arch and Sovereign, raised by Philip Fink, of Orange County, which Mr. Gibbons purchased at Twenty-five cents per pound." A few days after, the press informs us that Mr. Gibbons has sent to the President of the United States, an elegant piece of beef, cut from the "Monarch," the largest and finest of his cattle.-Oh! what a world is ours! While a President is feasting on a Monarch, on one side of the water, the people are mourning for the death of theirs, on the other. (George III.)" [*]

[*] The next year (1821) a report of the assassination of George the Fourth in Ireland, was got up in the Fly Market, one morning, before breakfast, and before nightfall it was through the city. In a week or two, it had spread through the country-the press says "With the rapidity of lightning. It started from this city in the Steam Boat

The next year (1821) Mr. Gibbons purchased twenty fine cattle which had taken the first premium, at the Spring Show and Fair of the New York County Agricultural Society; and had all their beef for sale on the 17th of March (St Patrick's day) on his and his many friends stalls in the Fly Market, from which place he advertises, "the price will be one shilling a pound."

Two days after, a Card appeared in the press dated from the Debtors prison, "With gratitude, the prisoners in the Debtors' Jail acknowledge the receipt of a plentiful donation of "Premium Beef" from Mr. Gibbons and the joint society of Butchers of the Fly Market." Even after the removal of Mr. Gibbons to the New Fulton Market, he did not forget the poor imprisoned debtors, who had then much increased in numbers; but, with a few friends, he had an extra festival prepared for them, on the 4th of July, 1824, which was thus acknowledged in the press. "The Butchers of Fulton Market have displayed their disposition to make the jubilee of our Anniversary general, by bestowing the means of a festival upon the debtors of the City prison. The benevolent acts of that class of our citizens affords us the highest gratification at all times. They are daily bestowing meat upon the poor, the fatherless, and the infirm." Then follows-"The poor debtors render their thanks to the good people of Fulton Market, for the abundant supply for the 4th of July, of meats, fish, vegetables, lemons, sugar, and brandy. Their healths shall be drunk this day at 12 o'clock." These donations were continued, years after, not only to imprisoned debtors, but to benevolent societies, old associates who had been unfortunate, or friends in need, he would lavish gifts or loans with a generousness, that at times they appeared excessive or at least too confiding. In fact, his generosity in the end, to a false friend named Sykes, ruined him and struck him down, even to death's door. A communication, in the press, thus notices his death." Died, on the 17th (November 1832) instant, of a short but severe illness, Thomas Gibbons, an old and respected butcher of this city. As an old friend, we cannot permit his name to go down to the tomb without paying a small tribute to one whose acts of benevolence when living were calculated to draw forth the admiration and praise of society at large. But a few years since, possessed of an ample fortune, his only ambition was that of bestowing it on the needy without distinction; and it may be truly said, that owing to his extreme liberality may be attributed his misfortunes; and we may add, that his fine feelings of humanity led him into for Albany, accumulating a host of additional circumstances, diverging on each side of the river as it advanced. At Manlius, this airy nothing' found a local habitation and name, being there embodied in the tangible form of a handbill. This we found reprinted in the 'Western Farmer,' published at Palmyra, accompanied with a string of sage reflections on the mutability of human affairs, and the anticipated emancipation of the Irish nation. Our Southern friends also appear to have greedily swallowed the rumour, and likewise to have made all the needful additions, which were wanting to render the story complete. The Editor of the Savannah Republican has even given the name of the assassin."

acts that prudence forbade, or self-preservation could not justify, which eventuated in poverty, but not dishonor: and we can bear testimony that he bore up against accumulated difficulties with that spirit of Christianity that truly belonged to him. Persecution alone would occasionally compel poor frail nature to yield, but it was momentary. To say aught that could be said against this good man's life, it was only tarnished by misfortune. -B."

Another prominent man in the profession was David Seaman, who, after serving a regular apprencticeship with John Doughty, Junior, Butcher, of No. 50 Fly Market," (a resident of Brooklyn) made application in 1795, by petition, stating that he 'has understood a certain number of Stands were to be granted in Fly Market, and hopes by this recommendation that he may be one of the number," &c.

The following sixteen old Fly Market Butchers certified to his being honest, sober, industrious, and well versed in his business:

With all these vouchers, Mr. Seaman was unsuccessful in obtaining a Stand, at this time; but, the next year, some fourteen Stands were sold at public sale by the Corporation, when Seaman purchased No. 71, for the sum of £290. These fourteen Stands were the cause of a promi nent law -suit with the Corporation, after they had torn down the Fly Market buildings, and driven all the Standholders out of business, by which they obliged those who had money to purchase Stands in the Fulton or other public Markets, if they wished to continue business; and those who had none, were obliged to live as they could.

This suit at law, was conducted by David Seaman, who, in the end recovered cost, interest, and expense from the Corporation, who then settled with the other thirteen Butchers, on the same terms, the whole of which amounted to $10,272.46.

While living in Brooklyn, Mr. Seaman became much interested in the growth of the Town; and being naturally gifted with a quick and working mind, he greatly assisted in the formation of a Fire department, and in the establishment of better Ferry accommodations. He was elected a Trustee of the Town, for the years 1810, '11, and '12, and also one of the Fire Engineers for several years, besides various other duties. About the year 1814, he removed to the City of New York, where he soon became prominent in the profession; and for his many voluntary acts of kindness, in defending the rights of many besides those of the profession, he gained the respect and esteem of all who knew him.

He joined the Fire department as a member of Engine Company No. 32; and was afterwards placed in the responsible office of Fire Warden. In 1822, he was elected Assistant Alderman of the 10th Ward; and, two years after, was sent to the Legislature, where by a consistent, noble, and generous conduct, he gave general satisfaction and also gained numerous friends. There had been, and was at that period, considerable political feeling between the friends of Daniel D. Tompkins and those of De Witt Clinton, both of which were represented in the Legislature, although the latter was greatly in the minority.

The Senate, on the 12th of April, 1824, passed a resolution-" That De Witt Clinton Esq. be, and he is hereby, removed from the office of a Canal Commissioner;" which was immediately after concurred in by the Assembly. Although David Seaman belonged to the "Tompkins party," he spoke and recorded his vote, and the only "Tompkins" vote, against the removal of Clinton from an office in which he was merely serving as an adviser, and without compensation; and, withal, without even cause or notice.

Mr. Seaman plainly told his party, after the votes were announced, "Gentlemen: by the injustice of your votes, you have made De Witt Clinton the next Governor of the State of New York ;" and so it proved: theirpartizan acts awakened indignation among the conservative men, especially among the prominent citizens of the City of New York, who called a public meeting in the Park, on the afternoon of the 19th inst. (just one week after) to stigmatize the Senate and Assembly which removed De Witt Clinton, and to return him thanks for his gratuitous services.

Among the Resolutions passed, was the following--" That James Bene dict, John Morss, and David Seaman, three members of the New York De. legation, who had the firmness and independence to discharge their duty in voting against the removal of De Witt Clinton, deserve the thanks of this meeting and the thanks of this whole community."

At this period, Mr. Seaman had gained a large share of popular confidence and respect; and, no doubt, if he had been ambitious, his position would have been further advanced, but having enough of this world's goods and honors, his principal desire was quietness; and this he enjoyed but a few years after in this world, as we find this worthy man's death recorded in the month of October, 1828, in the 55th year of his age.

We now turn to David Marsh, once the occupant both of the Fly and Fulton Markets-in the former, on Stand No. 38, until the year 1813, when he changed it for No. 46, where he remained until the buildings were torn down; and while in this Market he did a large and profitable business.

Among the profession, he was considered one of the best Beef-butchers, as well as an excellent judge of cattle; in fact, he was often sought by many of the Agricultural Societies; and in all the Fairs held by the New York County Agricultural Society, David Marsh was selected as one.

of the Judges on fine Cattle. He was a gentleman of simple habits, unpretending and generous; of a most pleasant and social turn, and much respected for his public and private worth.

In the year 1793, we find Mr. Marsh, with several other Fly Market Butchers, belonging to Fire Engine No. 19, with Isaac Varian, another, as the Foreman. Mr. Marsh then resided on the west side of the Bowery, about where Houston street enters the Bowery-the opening of Houston street, carried away his old residence; when he built and removed into a new house, on the east side of the Bowery, a few doors below Houston, where some of his children yet reside..

In the year 1806, the Board of Health, after conferring with a Committee of Butchers, appointed seven of the profession to take charge of all the slaughtering. These were found to be David Marsh, William Wright, Jacob Tier, William Chivers, Daniel Winship, Jacob Varian, and Christian Miller. These services were rendered without compensation; and so well were they performed, that no complaints are to be found on record, either of unwholesome meats, or filthy slaughtering places, while they were recognized by the Board of Health.

In 1822 and '23, David Marsh was elected the Assistant Alderman of the Eighth Ward; and, in 1829, '30 and 31, to the office of Alderman of the Eleventh Ward; and he gave general satisfaction. But this was in the day, when honest, capable men were sought after to fill official positions.

Mr. Marsh occasionally made a display of premium animals, when extraordinarily fine; but usually his Stall was seldom without the choicest meat; some of which often found its quiet way into the Debtors' prison, benevolent societies, the poor or the Soup Houses: but for the recorded thanks which were often noticed, the next day, by the press, we, at this late day, would have been without that information.

It was once a common saying, among the friends of Mr. Marsh, that they never saw Uncle David angry or even out of humor." Among those who patronized him in the ". old Fly Market," were several well known leading men-some may yet be living-who, for a joke, succeeded in perplexing and annoying him. They had previously agreed to meet at his Stall, at a certain busy hour, on a Saturday morning. They came on him suddenly, and all claimed to be waited on first. It was Uncle David here, and Uncle David there; we want our meat, and we want to pay for it. They bothered him so, that at last he went and sat down in his chair. "Now," said he, "if you don't all leave the market immediately, not one of you shall have an ounce of meat from my stall." It was said, that it was the first time they ever saw him annoyed.

Mr. Marsh was a sincere Christian, and a working member of the Protestant Episcopal Church; for many years attached, and one of the principal officers of, "St. Stephen's," at the same time, deeply engaged in the advancement of its Sunday School; and although, in the latter years of his life, a