He knew of no use for money but as it was subservient to charity, hospitality, and the sciences. But what was most conspicuous in his character was his calm constancy, his industry, and that indefatigable patience and perseverance which always enabled him to overcome difficulties.

He was decidedly a republican. The determination which he always avowed, that he would never accept an office, is an evidence of the disinterestedness of his politics; but his zeal for his opinions or party did not extinguish his kindness for the merits of his opponents. Society will long remember and regret him; but he will be most remembered by those by whom he was best known.

We are well acquainted with that charming spot, the birthplace of Robert Fulton, and we felt a desire to see his tomb; and during a late visit to New York city, through the politeness of Dr. Theodore F. Engelbrecht and the sexton of Trinity churchyard, we were conducted to the spot where his remains are deposited. A brown sandstone, two by three feet square, covers the vault, upon which is inscribed: "The vault of Walter and Robert C. Livingston, sons of Robert Livingston, of the Manor of Livingston."

The vault has lately been repaired, and the coffin, with the inscription of Fulton's name upon

it, is still in a good state of preservation; and whilst we stood beside the grave, which had not even a stone to mark the resting-place of this farfamed inventor, we were forcibly reminded of the words the talented Emmet addressed to Mr. Fulton:

"Yes, my friend! my heart bleeds while I utter it, but I have fearful forebodings that you may hereafter find in public faith a broken staff for your support, and receive from public gratitude a broken heart for your reward."

Ay! the grass is higher than the Fulton monument! and what became of all the proceeds of Fulton's labour, and of his useful inventions? His talents, his industry, his perseverance, his indefatigable application, have promoted the good of his country and the prosperity of the world; but who now possess the reward of his superhuman labours? And what has become of his magnificent gallery of paintings, which the United States Government should have secured at any price? It is the general impression, throughout the country and the world, that Robert Fulton, Esq., died penniless; and it is well known that his worthy heirs have never enjoyed the fruits of his extraordinary talents. That a great wrong has been committed somewhere is evident; and by reference to his last will and testament, and other public documents, hereto annexed, it will be seen.