A FRANK ACKNowledgment.-The New York Evangelist, a very influential and high-toned religious press, has the following: "To the shame of the church it must be spoken, the foremost men in some of onr philanthropic movements, in the interpretation of the spirit of the age, in the practical applications of Christianity, in the reformation of abuses, in the vindication of the rights of man, are men who make no professions, and whom we have no reason to believe to be experimentally acquainted with Christianity. The church has pusillanimously left not only the working oar, but the very reins of certain reforms of the day in the hands of men, who, if not before inimical to Christianity, will be made so by Christianity's neglect of what is its proper mission to look after. They are doing practically, with all their might, for humanity's sake, what the church ought to be doing as heartily, through its ministry and representative men, for Christ's sake. "And if they succeed, as succeed they will, in abolishing slavery, in banishing intemperance, in killing war, in restraining licentiousness, in reforming social abuse, then the recoil upon Christianity, the antagonist reaction from these Christianized sensibilities upon the cause of religion itself, will be disastrous in the extreme. Wo be to religion when irreligious men, by force of nature, or the tendency of the age, get ahead of the church in morals and in the practical work of Christianity. In some instances they are already a long way ahead. And we might specify individuals and journals in this country that are far before the recognized organs of the church, in the advocacy of truth, and righteousness, and liberty. It would be difficult to say whether there is more disgrace or danger in a fact like this. "We learn from Scripture, and it is a little remarkable that it is the only exact definition of religion found in the sacred volume, that pure religion and undefiled before God even the Father, is this, to visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to keep one's self unspotted from the world. Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others. Remember them that are in bonds as bound with them; whatsoever ye would that others should do to you, do ye even so to them." DAVIS'S REVELATIONS. MESSRS. FOWLERS AND WELLS.-Please allow us to inform the readers of your valuable Journal, that the book which was so long in process of dictation, by A. J. Davis, while in the CLAIRVOYANT STATE, is now being stereotyped as rapidly as possible, and will be given to the world soon. The author of this book claims to have obtained the information therein presented, by passing through a process analogous to PHYSICAL DEATH, whereby he obtained access to the knowledge familiar to minds in a HIGHER WORLD of human existence. The subjects discussed, in a general way, range the wide universe, from the beginning to the end of all MATERIAL things; and the work has a view to the organization of mankind on principles of unity and harmony, the same as pervade the creations of universal space. With your permission, a more extended review of the facts and philosophy presented in the work will be given in your next number. Yours very truly, WM. FISHBough. "CHEMISTRY, AND ITS APPLICATION TO PHYSIOLOGY AND AGRICULTURE." By LIEBIG. New York: FoWLERS & WELLS. 1847. Price twenty cents. The importance of a knowledge of the general principles of this science in all the common affairs of life, is beginning to be understood and appreciated, and we hail this work, emanating as it did, from the profound and philosophical mind of LIEBIG, the greatest chemist in the world, as an entering wedge to the development of those rich mines of intellectual wealth, heretofore locked up in hidden mysteries to the majority of mankind. Like the science of Phrenology it has encountered and combated opposition, till at length it has gained a umphant victory. Besides its intrinsic value, what subject is more interesti than a study of chemistry, especially when so simplified as to be easily understood and applied by any individual. The clear and concise manner in which the author has presented his subject, together with the immense mass of facts and familiar illustrations it contains, cannot fail to render it universally desirable. The following, from the author's preface, may not be inappropriate in offering it to the public: "This little volume embraces some of the most important points in the science of Chemistry, in their application to Natural Philosophy, Physiology, and Agriculture. They were written for the especial purpose of exciting the attention of an enlightened public to the necessity of promoting, by every means, the study of a science so intimately connected with the arts, pursuits, and social well-being of modern civilized nations. "For my own part, I do not scruple to avow the conviction, that, ere long, a knowledge of the principal truths of Chemistry will be expected in every EDUCATED MAN, and that it will be as necessary to the STATESMAN and POLITICAL ECONOMIST, and the PRACTICAL AGRICULTURIST, as it is already indispensable to the PHYSICIAN and the MANUFACTURER. "In Germany, such of these letters as have been already published, have not failed to produce some of the results anticipated. New professorships have been established in different universities for the express purpose of facilitating the application of chemical truths to the practical arts of life, and of following up the new line of investigation and research-the bearing of Chemistry upon PHYSIOLOGY, MEDICINE, and AGRICULTURE—which may be said to be only just begun. It only remains for me to add a hope, that this offering may serve to make new friends to our beautiful and useful science, and be a remembrancer to those old friends who have, for many years past, taken a lively interest in all my labors. JUSTUS LIEBIG." THE PHRENOLOGICAL AND PHYSIOLOGICAL ALMANAC FOR THE YEAR 1848, edited by L. N. Fowler, has just been issued. Our object in putting it to press thus early, is in order to supply our friends at a distance, who visit our city but once a year, and that during the summer season. By this means, all, even those residing in the uttermost extremities of our country, may duly supply themselves with this useful and entertaining annual. The calendars are adapted to all the States in the Union and the Canadas. The first article in the present number may be regarded as a fair sample of its contents, which, besides a large number of illustrations, contains forty-eight pages of valuable information. The following notice is from the Boston Daily Chronotype of June : PHRENOLOGICAL AND PHYSIOLOGICAL ALMANAC for 1848. By L. N. Fowler. New York. Fowlers and Wells. This is a comprehensive year book, containing all the usual chronological matter, together with the application of Phrenology to some of the most interesting characters of our times. Harriet Martineau, Charles Dickens, Horace Greeley, Thomas Wildey, father of Odd Fellowship, Gen. Z. Taylor, Abby Hutchinson, Prof. Samuel F. B. Morse, inventor of the lightning telegraph, General Thomas Thumb, Dr. Sewall, and Dr. Olin, the two latter opponents of Phrenology, have likenesses devoted to them, and are discussed in regard to their mental qualities. Patrick Henry, a hero of more ancient date, has also a likeness and a chapter. This is the richest annual for six cents we ever saw. FAMILIAR LESSONS ON PHYSIOLOGY AND PHRENOLOGY. Designed for the use of Children and Youth, in Schools and Families. Illustrated by numerous engravings. By Mrs. L. N. Fowler. New York: Fowlers and Wells. 1847. The above are the titles of two distinct books, each complete in itself; yet, being but parts of one great subject, they may be appropriately classed and studied together. These books, being prepared for and adapted to the comprehension of children, cannot of course be expected to be elaborate treatises on these subjects; but they are admirably adapted to the purpose of giving a knowledge of the first principles, and of creating a taste for further researches, and we hope to see them immediately adopted as text books in all our common schools. There have recently been a number of text books on Physiology prepared for children, but we are certain there are none that convey its leading features to the youthful mind in a more pleasing form than Mrs. Fowler's. This subject is all important, and is daily attracting more attention. Yet its first principles are daily violated by those who ought to know better. The practice of crowding a great number of people into over-heated railroad cars, churches, lecture-rooms, places of amusement, etc., without the least chance for a breath of fresh air, is still practiced quite too much; and if the rising generation can be induced to pay attention to the subject, through the influence of such books as the works in question, some good, at least, will be accomplished. Phrenology, as a science, is now so well established in the minds of thinking men, there can be no question about the propriety of having its first principles taught in our schools; and we presume the want of a text book, adapted to the comprehension of children, is the only reason why it has not been before introduced. This want no longer exists; for Mrs. Fowler has been very happy in illustrating each branch of the subject, with comparisons perfectly intelligible to the most ordinary intellect, yet in language sufficiently elevated for the more advanced reader. The faculty of illustrating principles by comparisons is a rare but valuable trait in an author; and, in our judgment, Mrs. Fowler possesses it in a remarkable degree. Another beauty about her comparisons consists in conveying through them, almost invariably, some important historical fact, or some healthful moral, and not unfrequently the two combined. The natural language of each organ is illustrated by beautiful wood cuts, and the books are brought out in a style well adapted to the family circle, as well as the schoolroom. Price for the two volumes, 75 cents.—Teachers' and Parents' Companion. WOMAN, HER EDUCATION AND INFLUENCE, by Mrs. H. Reid, with a general introduction by Mrs. C. M. Kirkland. New York: Fowlers and Wells. 1847. Mailable. Price forty cents. "CAN MAN BE FREE, IF WOMAN BE A SLAVE?" is the motto of the author. This work is embellished by the portraits of many distinguished women, among whom are the following: Madame de Stael, Lady Morgan, Harriet Martineau, Louisa Sharp, Margaret Prior, Felicia Hemans, Hannah More, and others. We copy the following from its preface: "To improve and elevate woman, is but to elevate and improve man. By nature, our rights, interests, and privileges are one. For either to assume the supremacy, would be only to degrade the other. "That our spheres are different, no one will deny. Woman is the natural educator of children; and if it be a FACT that "education forms the common mind,” then the question as to who exerts the greater influence, may at once be solved. How important, then, that woman be properly qualified to discharge this most responsible obligation. "This work has been translated into the principal European languages, and has gained for the author an enviable reputation. Mrs. Kirkland's introduction, together with the beautiful illustrations, are decidedly great additions to the work, and will render it much more interesting to the general reader." ARTICLE XL. PHRENOLOGICAL CHARACTER OF PROFESSOR ALEXANDER CAMPBELL. BY You are from a long-lived family, and have a strongly-marked physical organization (a), being a predominance of the motive and mental temperaments. You are naturally very industrious, and fond of both mental and physical exercise; are seldom weary; can work longer and easier, think harder, and have more business on hand, without sinking under it, than most men (b). You enjoy out-door physical action much; are seldom, if ever, sick; and know but little, experimentally, of the effects of mediVOL. IX. NO. VIII. 26 cines, as you seldom, if ever, patronize the physicians (c). Your phrenological developments are distinctly marked, and your character must be a positive one. You are disposed to strike out a path of your own, and have energy sufficient to meet almost any emergency. You do not shrink because of opposition, but nerve yourself the more to meet it. The strongest trait of your character is FIRMNESS, which gives will, and unyielding perseverance. You have uncommon presence of mind, and power of determination, in times of danger. You have a self-directing mind, lean on no one, and care but little for the opinions of men; are neither vain, showy, affected, nor over-polite and ceremonious, but very independent; and, although not so manly and dignified as some, yet you are ambitious, and anxious to excel in every thing you undertake. You have tact and management, when the occasion requires, yet generally are frank, open-hearted, and free-spoken. You are sufficiently cautious to be safe, but not so much so as to be timid. You look upon money as only the means to accomplish the desire of other faculties, and not as an end of enjoyment. You will use, rather than lay up, money. Your moral faculties are fully developed, excepting Marvelousness. The general power of your moral brain, connected with your will, is greater than your selfish feelings. Ambition, acting in harmony with moral de sires, would give you great influence, and desire to be constantly employed. You are strong in your hopes and anticipations; never look upon the dark side; no enterprise, sanctioned by reason, is too great for you to undertake (d). Conscientiousness, Veneration, and Benevolence are all distinctly developed, and have an active influence; yet not so controlling as to modify your energy, ambition, or desire for information. You do good as you have an opportunity, repent when you have done wrong, and adore, venerate, and respect when and what the occasion requires. You are naturally much wanting in faith, and sense of the spiritual and supernatural, and require proof for every thing (e). If you have any faith at all, it is the result of grace. You are always ready to give a reason for "the hope that is within you" (f). Your ability to use tools, make, and construct, is limited; but your ability to plan, lay out. work, and judge of work when executed, is very good (g). You have fair imagination and sense of the sublime and grand; but naturally prefer the true to the fanciful, the philosophical to the poetical. Your language is more forci ble than flowery, more direct and pointed than imaginative and elegant (h). You do not easily fall into the ways of others, nor can you mimic successfully, but act out your own feelings in your own way; hence, you are more like yourself than like any body else (¿). You are not backward in appreciating or enjoying a joke, yet your jokes are generally more true, pointed, and sarcastic, than witty and amusing. Your intellectual powers are of the available kind. You are |