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Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24

der gust came up, accompanied by a
very heavy gale of wind. A large tree
that broke near the roots and fell a little
off; by its fall it struck dead beach
tree, which it flung with great violence
across the middle of one of the sheds
where people were crowded for shelter,
probably thirty in number. Mrs. Sha-
fer, wife of Jacob Shafer, Jr. who was
sitting with child On her knees about
months old being directly under the
tree, had her head and shoulders entire
ly mashed, and was much bruised in her
whole body-expirtd within an hour
her child MORALLY wounded expired in
about. two hours--IVm. Rogers, Esq.
very badly bruized both on his head and
body, has remained as yet in derange-
ment, but his recovery is at present
hopeful. Hannah Shafer, daughter Of
Jacob, sen. badly wounded, but is re-
covering. Besides these were several
considerably injured and others but
s!ightIy.-Ohio Pat.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24
SPECTATORS
EDWARDsVILLE AUGUST "a. 1890

WILLIAM MEANS, Esq. of Belleville, has au-
thoriaed us to state, that he will, in short time,
issue proposals for publishing, by subscription,
ga book defining and explaining the duties of
Justices Of the Peace, County Commissioners,
Sherifis, Coroners, Constables, Jailers, &c.
1t is his intention to annex all the forms which
these officers require in the discharge of their
various duties, which "will be considered I'M
der the constitution and laws of this state, of
the United States, the common law, and Bril-
fish statutes, as adopted here
1t is unnecessary to speak of the advantages
which the citizens at large will derive from the
work proposed. Indeed, it would appear that
the patronage Of the officers alone, for whose
benefit it is principally intended, win be suffi-
cicnt to defray the expenses of publication.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24
-~eses NOSs~

In noticing the projected canal from Mad
river to the Ohio, the Louisville Public .aduer-
fiSer says.
"There is not, perhaps, one of our sister
states, more susceptible of being extensively
and beneficialiy improvedby the labor of nans
than Ohio. Taking into view the size Of the
state, its fertility, and at the same time look
ing to the waters by which she is bounded
both on the south and OH the north, it is i'm
possible to entertain doubt that this is des-
tined to be great and powerful state.
"We have passed over the tract of coun-
try, through which the citizens Of Cincinnati
propose TO construct nayigable canal-.We
have no doubt of the pracf liability of carrying
the proposition into effect, and we heartily
wish them success. A few well planned and
substantially executed works of this kind,
would give to the state of Ohio commercial
advantages which few, if any of the interior
states can hope to realize. They would. more
over, serve to augment her wealth and com
fort increase her population, and hasten her
march towards the summit Of her destined
greatness.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24
From the Albany Register. july q.

Regular Nomination.-Last Wednes-
day evening at the capitol, SOLOMON
SOUTHWICK was nominated for Co
vernon Of the state Of New York, by one
Of the largest republican meetings ever
held here. The large hall of the Capt.
tol was crowded to overlooking. The
resolutions were in the spirit Of seventy
six and ninety-eight-thc people were
prepared to give them free discussion
and hearty concurrence. Mr.. South
wick's answer, accepting the nomination,
was brief, but pithy, and was received
with acclamations loud and long. Never
was there moro harmony and zeal dis
played in any public meeting; and we
cannot but hope that this truly regular
nomination BY the soyereign people
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24
FOR GOVERNOR.

:"
DIED-In this town, on the 18th inst. Mrs.
HElREss CoFFEEs, relict Of the late Henry Cot
feen, Esq. formerly of Watertown, Jefferson
county, New-York.
At Frankfort. (Ky.) on the 5th inst. Mr..
.Tony b. WooLDmDeT, Agent for the Peniten-
,iary.
At st. Trancisville, Ga.) Mr.. PurNAN Ew-
ING, Editorsof the Asylum. ...,, 4,-
In Shelby county, (ky.) WILLIAM LOGAN,
Esq. formerly Judge OF the Court of Appeals,
and late member OF the House Of Represents
tiyes of that state.
In Lexington. (Ey) on the 9th inst. TaoMAs
DousHrnTy, Esq. Of Washington City, Clerk
Of the National House OF Representatives.
In Pittsburgh, Major EuESEzER DENNY.
At Troy, n. Y. on the 21st ult. Rev. DR.. To-
MAS Coz. pastor of the Presbyterian Church in
that place, aged about 64ycags.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24
NOMESTIC.
From the Buffalo journal, Of july Is.

A company Of English enigranis, con-
sisting Of about thirty souls, arrived here
LAST week from Quebec, on their way to
join the English colony, planted by Mr..
BIrkbeck, in Illinois. They have with
them young cattle, hogs, geese, sc.
which they brought with them from Eng
land. The whole company is in good
health and high spirits. These people
came out as emigrants to the Canadas,
and by landing at Quebec have helped to
swell the list of 8 emigrants to the pro-
vinces,' that have been published from
time to time in that city. Hundreds find
their way across Lake Ontario to the
United States, every year, in the same
manner, while honest JOHN BuLE.sup-
poses them snugly quartercd in his
American dominions. M
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24

We are favored by WIN. II. BRowy, Esq. Of
Vandalia, with the following statement ofthe
aggregate of votes throughout the state, the
most of which is taken from the official re-
turns. In Clark county, the returns from
two precincts were rejected by the clerk, on
account of some informally. In these pre-
cincts Mcssrs. Coles and Cook, respectively,
have majority Of more than 100 votes. Their
rejection, however, does not affect the result OF
tie election with respect to these gentlemen
but as it relates to the Office of Lieutenant CO.
vernon, if Mr.. Lemen shall have received u
proportionate majority, the Senate viii doubt
less decide in his favor.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24
NATCHEZ, JUNE
M z II q, UN II
SOLEMN WARNING.

On the evening of the 25,h ult. a man
by the name of William Clark, from
Pittsburgh, and late Of Baton Rouge, was
killed by a stroke of lightning on the
bluff, in front of this city, while standing
under tree for shelter. This unhappy
man had just been indulging in the most
extreme proximity, insulting the Majesty
of Heaven in terms of wanton malignily,
and amongst other dreadful expressions,
had just expressed wish that the Al
mighty God would send flash of light
ming from Heaven TO strike him to death.
The thunder at this moment was raving
and the lightning flashed through the
Heavens, in the most appalling and te-
ri6c manner, and in few moments the
Boosting tongue which breaihed anthe-
mas against its Maker, and the eye tina,
had braved the avensing flash, lay still
and closed in death. He lay scathed
and wi,hered corps on the blackened
earth and his soul was waited on the
red wing Of the tempest, to plead for
mercy at the tribunal of that Deity SO
lately outraged and dcfied. How weak
and how wicked are the idle denuncia-
ions Of man; to revile,--,o outrage, and
% defy his Creator, is horrible.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24
LEXINGTON, AUGUST Is.
TRANSATLANTIC UNIVERSITY.

JESSE BLEDsos, Esq. has been ap-
pointed by the Trustees, Professor OF
Law in Pennsylvania University. 1t is
understood that the duties Of this depart
ment will be divided between Mr.. Bar
ry, the present professor, and Mr.. Bled-
soc, in such manner as to ensure the
most systematic and complete course OF
legal instruction.
Mann BUTLER, Esq. late Of Frankfort,
has been appointed Principal ofthe Pre-
paratory Department in the University.
rs III Monitor.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24
yINcENNEs, AUGUST IL.
MURDER.

The following is description Of man
found murdered near Wrgh,'s ferry on
White river, on the 9th inst.-He was
large man about six feet high, had on
homespun blue MKT coat, waist coat and
pantaloons all of the same kind, net sus-
penders made apparently of the same
materials as the cloaths. His shoes we're
made with pegs, MKT socks, HON e-spun
cotton shirt, white fur hat, broad brim,
band ofnarrow blue ribbon. There was
found in his saddle-bags striped home
spun waist-coat, MKT pantaloons, one
pair of white homemade socks with
clocks, cotton shirt homespun with
some stripes Of yellow and blue in the
tail behind, about five yards of cotton
netting and two pair of horse shoes
There was also, drab cloth great coat
an old saddle, and the saddle bags lying
near to him. y person supposed to be
the one murdered was seen ON Monday
the 9Th inst. on the road leading from
Vincennes TO the above mentioned ferry,
| riding large chestnut sorrel mare, and
said he lived within nine miles of Shaqv-
neetozvn, Illinois, in company with a man
having on blue grounded roundabout,
and riding a small sorrel racking mare.
This man it is believed p erpetrated the
murder, as he crossed the ferry, mex,
morning after they had been seen to-
gether, very early, leading the mare Gas
is now ascer,ained) on which the muir
dered man had been seen riding, and Of
fered her 10 the ierry-,nan very cheap.
dered man letter dated LIST Augt. 1922,
directed to Mr.. John Triston, Law
renee county, Ohio-written by Silas
Farley at the request of Saml. and Nan
cy M'Mullen, in White county, Illinois.
The deceased appears to have been Kill
led by blow on The back of the head
apparently with an Indian battle ak or
knotted club, which perforated the hat
and skull--and it would seem from the
position in which he was found, lying on
his saddle blanket, that they had encamp-
ed on the ground, and the blow was in
lllcted while the unfortunate man was
asleep. His inside coat pocket turned
out, as by the sudden pull of pocket
book; and his cloaths were SO loosely in
the saddle-bags that they were no doub;
pillaged also. The murderer has been
pursued, and i; is hoped may be brought
to justice, that his fate may be rendered
a warning to other desperate men.
Since the above was in type, the party
that went in pursuit Of the murderer
have returned with him, and he is now
confined in the jail Of this county-his
name is Thomas Mckinney, and the
name of the murdered man is James
Boyd--thcy were both citizens OF White
county, Illinois. Sun.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24
From the Eaton (Ohio) Messenger.

.1h'. Editor.
Having observed in your paper Of the 2lst
of June, an accountsof sundrv petrifcatons
that have been discovered at different periods.
in various parts osthe world suffer to
add another to the catalogue of curiosities.
An elderly gentlemen who lately died in
Fayette county, state of Kentucky, previous
to his death requested that his daughters re-
mains should be disinterred and deposited by
the side OF his own. His daughter had been
buried about eleven years, in the county OF
Bourbon, Kentucky. After his decease the
old gentlcman's request was complied with.
To the great establishment and surprise OF
those engaged in raising the daughter'e re-
mains, her body,was found to be entire, and OF
its full size; on q minute examination it was
discovered 10 be perfectly petrifed its spe,
ciiic gravity was about the same as that
of common limestone. The coffin was
entirely decaycd. Her countenancc had
undergone so small an alteration that her hus.
band, it is sud on beholding her, tainted away.
:. AtAa r A SUBSCRIBER.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24
LEGISLATURE OF TENNESSEE.
From our CorreSEoudent.

IfOm OHT I. GFfCS/sOUGCW'
MURFREEsBoRoUGH,J JULY %.
On Saturday morning, after the House
81 Representatives went into business, II
was moved that the House have recess.
The House adjourned the Speaker and
members keeping their seats-when Mr..
Miller rose in his place and submitted 10
the consideration Of each member pre-
sent the resolution herewith enclosed.
The resolution was read at the clerk S ia
bic, and after an address from the mover
distinguished for its energy and truth Of
delinea'ion; the question was put OH its
adoption, and carried mem con.
ENCLOSURE.
The members of the General Assem-
bly, of the State Of Tennessee, taking in
to view the great importance of the Sc
lection Of a suitable person to fill the
Presidential chair at the approaching
election for the Chief Magistracy of the
United States; and seeing that those
VINO achieved our independence, and
laid the foundation of the American Re.
public, have nearly passed away and
believing that moral worth, political &C
quirements, and decision of character,
should unite in the individual vino may
be called to preside over the people OF
the United States, have turned their eyes
to .Andrezv Jackson, late Ma ior General
in the armies of the United States.
In him they behold the soldier, the
statesman and the honest man; he de-
liberates, he decides, and he acts: he is
calm in deliberation, cautious in deci-
sion, efficient in action. Such man
we are willing to aid in elccting to
the highest Office in the gift of free
people. The welfare Of a country may
be safely entrusted TO the hands of him
who has experienced every priva,ion,
and encountered every danger, to pro-
mote its safety, its honor, and its glory ::
Therefore. &0t
RESOLVED, AS the opinion of,he men,
bers composing the General Assembly
of the State Of Tennessee, that the name
of Major General ANDREW JACKSON, be
submitted to the consideration of the
people of the United States, at the ap-
preaching election for the Chief Magis-
tracy.-NashOiHe Uhig.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24
From the Arkansas Gazette.
TEXAS. .

The rage for emlgrating to Texas is
beginning to subside. Our last accounts
from that country, represent those who
have already settled there as being un-
der considerable alarm, in consequence
of late measure adopted by the Mexican
Congress, which prohibits the holding of
slaves in the Mexican empire. The
measure of itself will operate as a check
to emigration from the United States,
and particularly from the Southern and
Western States. t 1fep'j
Many OF those who had removed to
Texas, being disappointed in their ex
pectatlons there, are returning TO, and
settling in, the lower counties OF this ter
ri,ory; and some have passed through
this place on their return to their lormer
place Of extraordinarily sick of Tex
as. The acquisition to the population of
Henstead and Miller counties, has, we
understand, been very considerable OF
late, and sprincipally derived from, those
who were emigratins to Texas--some
returning from that country, and others
getting thus far on their Journey, and
hearing OF the new difficulties that pre-
sent themselves in the Mexican domi
Mons, have very pruden'ly determined to
remain within the limits ofthe United
STATES, in preference to risking their for
tunes in state OF revolution.
We have every reason to believe, that
the re.purchase of the vast country late
ly coded to the Choctaw Indians, would
secure to this territory a large proportions
of the emigranls who are Rocking to the
province Of Texas. 81
Fine Cutlery, such as Penknives and
Razors OF Pittsburgh manufacture, are
now regularly supplied to retailers OF
those articles.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24
FOR TIE SPECTATOR.
On the burial Of Gen. REUBES HOPKINS, an Oft
.--cLL .I..ls-.

On the burial Of Gen. REUBEN HOPKINS, an Oft
Ger Of the Revolution.
Few have gone down to the grave in this
western part of our country, more generally
lamented than the honored subject Of the fol-
lowing stanzas. Besides an uncommonly nu-
merous concourse of people of all ranks, who
followed with profound respect his mortal re-
mains to the tomb, he was attended by yolun-
teer corps, number of military officers III
uniform, and by the brethren OF Libanus and
Olise-Branch Lodges, whose sympathies flowed
spontaneously on the decease of a venerable
and respected brother. But while love and
Neneration cause the sigh of SORROW, the pious
heart receives gratefully the consohng idea
that he has through faith conquered even IN
death that he was faithful unto death" and
has received :" a crown oflifc."
In measured step, to the muffied drum,
With Borrowing hearts we bore him,
And fired, as he lay in the silent tomb,
A soldiers rude requiem DER him
For when the proud foe, DER Columbia's land
The standard of despots erected,
He joined the brave and faithful band,
Who nobly our freedom protected.
And while we list to the funeral note,
And his corse to the dark grave carry,
We think on the rights his valor brought,
| And pray for his spirit to tarry.
Q long may it rest on our dear loved land,
| While us and our sons it inspires!
Those rights to maintain, with heart and hand,
| We owe to our gallant sires.
Brave hero, farewell thou hast long shone
bright,
In the tield--in the lodge--in the senate;
Thy death is molrned by the sons of light,
| And the tears of the faithful attend it.
| Thy brow is entwined with laurel wreath,
! Thy name shall live in story
And thou-O thy soul, on wings OF faith,
| Hath ascended to realms of glory! L.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24
S. T. 8 J. A. MkENNEY,
SGddters and Harness Makers,
EDWARDSVILLE,

HAVE. entered into copavtnership, and
III brought from the eastward an extensive
and elegant assortment Of SADDLERY, which
they pledge themselves to make up in the
most complete manner. Persons wishing goods
in their line, Of excellent quality, will do well
TO call at their shop. Prices will be as low as
possible. C-f Pork, Beeswax, Honey, Hides,
Tallow, Leather, and Wool, win be received
in payment ....
N. b. They are the proprietors of the ex-
elusive privilege in Illinois, of making and sell
ling Bryan's Patent Spring Saddles.
August 24--68
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24
NEw-LrsBON, OHIO, JUNE 8.
DISTRESSING OCCURRENCE.

A gentleman who was an eye witness,
has politely favored us with the follow
inb account Of most distressing occur
renee which happened on Saturday last,
the first inst. in Knox township, in this
county, close by the House Of Major
Thomas Gilson.--The Rev. James
Robertson having made arrangements to
administer the Lords supper, met with
the congregation in thick beech woods,
where tent had been erected and two
sheds Of considerable extent, for the ac-
commodation ofthe congregation, partly
10 front of the tent one on each side, leav-
ing q space between for The table, &c.
Al the close Of Divine service, a thun-
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24
STATE OF ILLINOIS,

alexander county, So. ..Ahril Term, 1922.
u. STEWART )Coyenant ona Foreign
At rs. ) Attachment.
THOMPSON DouaLAss. Damage $1,000.
NOTICE is hereby given, that Foreign
~ Attachment has been issued from the
Clerks Office of the Alexander Circuit Court,
State of Illinois. at the suit Of said Stewart,
against the estate of the said Douglass, return
able to the September Term, 1892, of said
Court; and that unless the said defendant doth
appear. by himself or attorney, to give special
bail herein agrceably to the laws Of this state
TO answer said suit, that judgment will be en-
tered against him by default, and the estate
attached sold for the satisfaction Of said dana.
ges and costs.
COOK & YOUNG, .qttoneys
August -. 1s22-6s4t
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24
WASHINGTON, AUG. s

Insurrection.-.On the Goth ult. sem
tence of death was carried into execution,
at the Lines, Charleston, S. C.. on % CO.
lored persons, condemned for attempting
to raise an insurrecllon in that state
There are 70 or 80 confined, yet to be
tried; and many more, it is said, will be
taken up, as soon as they have room to
conGne them. .le Star.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24
NO,rICE.

+ SHALL apply to the Court of Probate for
Il Sangamon county, on the first Monday of
October next, for settlement of the estate Of
William Anderson, deceased, where those con
cerned will please to attend if they see canse.
.. JOHN SCOTT, Admir-.
Ofthe estate Of lillian anderson.
Spring creek, August l6, 1922 -684ts
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24

themselves, is the harbinger of a time
when Caucus Usurpalion shall no longer
triumph over the Constitution, Laws,
and Liberties Of thu; Land.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1822-08-24

Fine Cutlery, such as Penknivcs and
Razors OF Pittsburgh manufacture, are
now regularly supplied to retailers OF
those articles. Ell
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-07-02

For Freight,
.MT The brig HALSEY, |. Small,
$500 master, carries 1900 barrels, is a
superior vessel, y will be ready for car
go in few days.
Also For Freight,
Ia, The Schr. ANN, B. Webb, mas.
,&&& ter, first rate vessel and carries
300 bbls.-wilI be ready for cargo in
three days. Apply to
WIN. FOWLE&CO.
Who haze for sale said Oessels cargoes of
1900 bbls. Thomaston lime,
6ooo lbs prime green coffee,
80 bags sugar,
10 hhds, Jamaica rum.
june 90
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-07-02
To Rent.
TO Rent,

Io Rent,
- The house lately occupied by
Ssss Wm. Wood at the corner OF King
gsAs aud Pitt streets, the situation is
49, pleasant and healthy, the house
rTaeiouS and airy. In a few days the pre-
n ,''ses willbe put in complete repair, For
'1'"calars enquire of
may 9 10,
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-07-02

Charles Bennett,
TTAS received and offers for sale by
IL wholesale,
S cases Irish linens, remarkably cheap
/ do GA IA 8-4 ga & 1914 diaper and
damask
Cd corded and colored muslins
Cambria muslins, of various qualities
London ginghams, null null muslins
Russia aed Irish sheetings
Flag Ba.adanna hbdkfs. very sup qlt'y. .
Hirsts Black, and navy blue Imperial
Saxon cloth
Seine and sewing Irvine,
Patent shoe and coloured threads
Gentlemen's doeskin and Beaver gloves
may a lawow
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-07-02
John Yates,
Att0Tney at LQzg,

OFFERS his professional services to
" the public, aud will practice certain,
ly in Charles county, Md. also, i encou-
ragged, in Montgomery, Prince Georges
and St. Mary's County, Asto promises
for care and attention, (Which are usuall
he makes. none-suffite il to say, reputa..
tion. success and support greatly depend
upon prompt, honest and conscientious
discharge Of duty.
Georgetowa, D. c. June 10.
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-07-02
State of Maryland,

Charles County 10 ont.
r HEREBY certify that Judson Richard
SON, of said county, brought before
the subscriber, justice of the Peace in
and for said county, as stray trespasslng
h ON his enclosure, a dark bay
SNA~Srss nare, supposed to be about 9
A years old, l55 hands high, and
ASIsesSI. has several warts on her, ears
and about me upper part OF her head; the
lefthind foot white, a long tail. tro:s and
gallops, and has been worked in geer,
Given under my hand and seal. this 9th
day Of Nay, 1922. ~
LEONARD S. ROBEY, Is.
The owner Of the above described pro.
perty. is desired to come forward, prove
property, pay charges and take her away.
JUDSON RICHARDSON.
may is law3W