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NEW ORLEANS ILLUSTRATED.
died on the 31st of August, 1820, at the early age of 24 years, much and deservedly regretted. The pulpit of the First Presbyterian Ohurcli seems to have been the special favorite of eloquence and erudition from its dedication, as the ministers who have in succession held it, have all been wonderfully gifted as public speakers, and men of most liberal education.
The present pastor, Benjamin Morgan Palmer, D.D.,LL.D., took charge in isr>f», and is conceded by all to be one of the most eloquent men on the Continent, as well as one of the most profound scholars in theological and secular lore. His large, wealthy and intelligent congregation, regard him with the most enthusiastic devotion.
First Presbyterian Church.
ST. ALPHONSUS CHURCH,
Is situated on Constance street, between St. Andrew and Josephine streets, Fourth District, one square from the Jackson and Baronne street cars, aud two from the Annunciation street line. It is built in the Renaissance style and is exceedingly spacious and elegant in design; 70x150 feet, and capable of seating 2,500 persons. The front is very beautiful, having two lofty towers, on which if