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American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26
WRECK OF BRIG CossACK.

The Boston Patriot contains the following extract
of letter from Capt. John Dix, late master oil
the American brig Cossack, dated London, Oct.
IL, 1928.
"My last letter. dated at Woahoa informed you
of my intended voyage to Lima. Upon my pas
sage there in the Cossack, had occasion to touch at
the Society Islands, where fell in with Capt. Kent
OF the Mermaid cutter belonging to Port Jackson)
who unjus,ly and illegally attempted to make a
prize OF the Cossack. With the assistance Of his
crew and large party Of the natives, he boarded
my vessel in the night and took possession of heI
in the name Of the British government; but on my
arrival in Port Jackson, and representing the affair
to the Governor, could obtain no other redress
than retake possession of my vessel and proceed.
Alter the ruin Of my voyage and detention Of
or S months, having no other alternative, was
under the necessity of complying with these propo
sails My cargo. which consisted OF wheat and
bread, was by this time in perIshable state, and
was obliged to sell it at great sacrifice to pay
for the repairs and outfits of the Cessack, which ex
ceeded the amount of the cargo. was therefore
obliged TO touch at New Zealand for pork and to
salt my provision for my intended voyage, which
was for sandal wood and pearl shells 1t was upon
the west coast Of New Zealand, where touched for
provisions. After having obtained sufficient guam
Itity, and was leaving the river, was becalmed on
the bar at the entrance, where Obliged to an
Choir and before here any breeze, the rollers set
in heavy TO break one anchor part cable from
another and drive the vessel ashore, where she i'm
mediately went to pieces; myself and crew esca-
ping narrowly with their lives, some by swimming
and others upon pieces of the wreck. Nothing Of
consequence was saved from the vessel except my
thermometer. Some did not much suit
Of clothing, others we're more fortunate as for
myself put my clothes off before leaving the YES
! sci. that they should not obstruct my swimming.
| After this unfortunate clrcumstar &C was under
the necessity of travelling land to the Bay Of
Islands, where there were missionaries, and where
found two English whalers, and on board Of one cal
led the Sarah. got passage to this place; and
it is now my intention to represent the affairs oil
the detention of my vessel to the English Cove n
ment. and see if | can obtain any redress for the
loss occasioncd thereby.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26
TIME AND CHANCE HAPPEN TO ALL.

Theresa chance for the soldier, though brave,
On the held of his glory to sink in the grave;
There's another chance too that he safe may back,
With cart load oflaurels, Of rupees lack.
There's chance for the lawyer to live by his wits,
And chance for the gambler 10 live by his hits;
There's another chance too that gambler may lose,
And the neck of lawyer find room in moose.
There's chance for the sailor prize ship 10 take,
And chance that whirwind may come in his wake;
There's a chance on the ocean a treasure to win,
And a chance too that Neptune may have it again.
There's chance for mechanics to live by their trade,
And another chance too that their bills won't be paid
There's chance for the sexton to live by the dead,
And chance thathe sometimes goes hungry to bed
There's chance for the doctor to live by the SICK
And chance that old bare-bones the doctor kick
There's chance for the drunkard to live good wine,
And chance that the hangman may give him line.
There's chance for the poet to starve his rhymes
And chance for the veteran to beg in good times
There's time and chance for all men earth,
To him that is wretched, and him full of mrth
But of chances and times in the world to be found,
And I've travelled and travelled it than half round
There's no chance rare, if the truth must say,
AS the chance that subscribers the PRINTER will pay
BOSTON BARD.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26
CHURCHES.

There are in the New England States alone,
1000 Congregational churches Exclusive of Pres
byterans) and nearly that number of cergymen.
(. In the United States the Presbyterans have more
than 400 churches, 900 ministers, 1855 Licentiates,
147 candidates, Theological Summaries and last
year had about 100000 communicates
Episcopalians have o Bishoprics, $50 Clergy
men, 700 Churches, and Theological Seminary.
Baptists have more than $500 churches, and have
Is seminaries.
Methodsts have docesses, 100 tinerant cler.
icy, exclusively clerical and about 5000 stationary
ministers, who attend also TO other than ecclesias-
Etics occupations, and more than $500 places OF wor
Ishp.
Universalists have 1873 preachers and 200 sepa-
rate societies.
Roman Catholics have metropolitan see, and lC
lbishoprcs, containing between 80 and 100 church
les, superintendent by about 160 clergymen, with
numerous colleges, schools and religious houses
In the state of NewYolk within the last twenty
years this denominations said to have increased rom
5000 to 10000.
| Upon the whole, says Mr.. Tngersoll, do no
think that we can reckon less than 5000 places o
Worship and 5000 ecclesastics, in the United States
besides IL Theological seminaries and many reli
Igious houses.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26
PhiLadplphia, Dec. IS.

We understand that General ID Evereux, who ar
rived in town yesterday by land from the Capes,
goes commissioners extraordinary to England on
important business from The Colombian Govern
ment. His nomination by the Executive anbas-
sador to Russia, had been confirmed by an unan
nous vote OF the Senate, but he declined the honor
until the Russian Government shall have first &C
knowledged the independence of Colombia hen
lie is to proceed to the Courts of Russia, Sweden
and Denmark. We are informed that the General
gives most iatering account of The state OF affairs
in Colombia, and of the great intelligence, dignity,
sound policy and liberal principles displayed by the
Congress, whose session had Just closed at hogota.
Der Press
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26
PUBLIC UTILITY.

SEW and USEFUL ESTABLISHMENT.
HNE subscribers having been for many weeks past fire.
quenty applied for information as to what real es-
c sale in the BOROUGH lis neighborhood, Or the
surrounding country. without being able 10 give the desIr
eimtomaton, have opened Public REGARD or Register
ce all hose who have houses and lots for Sale or Kent
the Borough of Wilmington, or houses and farms TOR
9ate Or Rsa Hres, the country are invited 10
HrgaT them aud all those DESTROYS OF Purchasing or
tnNF houses or plantations, are requested TO eau ana
examine the Register. The great beneht this establish
tet may be % those who have houses and lands 20 rent
Or dispose Of and the accommodation it will be to such as
want % purchase propery-must be evident TO al
finely hsght Of and adopted, and is probably the flrS
dence Of the benefit to be expected from the coHtem
aa Caaa the application for information about pro-
perry delaware, would otherwise it is presumed be
50 frequent The expense Of describing and registering
N aaral ample manner all real estate whether houses or
ans viii be but trng, say 50 cents for each properly
~ ae or rent, and tor examining the Register, winch
promises to contain much valuable information only ~ ~
cents
Every attention will paid TO the purchase and sale OF
real csateand Deeds Bonds, Mortgages, and every ne
'essay written document will be executed with accuracy
ma despatch, ~" professional gentleman well quail
Nea TO Inspect title deeds, and examine the records OF me
9S enSagedand the subscribers believe the estab-
@nHeht vii be useful oncit is at least under that I'M
Preston offered for public encouragement.
HOPE s. Co.
Dec. 16 1909 9 No 90 Market st.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26
WILMINGTON, FRIDAY 90 DECEMBER, 1928.
YOL. IL.

A letter to the Editors of the National Intelligent
Ger, from member of the Legislature Of Maryland,
dated 1T Annapolis, December 10th, says
We have done but little, as yet. The Potomac
and Chesapeake Canal will, from present APP
pearances, receive the aid of charter without much
difficulty. The spirit Of internal improvement is
last gaining ground | do not despair but ere long
the state will see it's true interests by forgetting the
strife of party, which has caused strange sort OF
prodigaL economy in our councils, and hereafter
aordng assistance, if necessary, TO The accomplish
ment of the great canal.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26
LARGE SHIPS.

The following are the dimensions Of two vessels
now building at Quebec.
Length Of keel, SIS feet: breadth Of beam, 60
feet The depth OF hold not ascertaned as they are
filing up solid with timber, but it is supposed will
be about 35 feet. The tonnage will be from 6 to
1000 tons. They are intended for one voyage only,
and Will be navigated by the aid Of steam engines,
fixed ia tow-boats. The chair-cables and anchors
have come out and the vessels will be ready for
sea on The LIST OF June.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26
A Meeting Of the Levy Court

ar New Castle County, will be held at the Court House
W il tile town Of New Castle, at 10 o'clock, A. NJ on
Tuesday the sixth day of january next for the purpose Of
sitting Commissioners Of the Tax. The Assessors OF the
respective Hundreds, requested to be punctla ~ their
attendance. by order, DAVID PAINTER,
Dec l6-1-7t Clerk of the Peace
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26

The pains of death are past,
Labor and sorrow cease;
And life's long warfare closed at last,
His soul is found in peace.
Soldier of Christ, well done
Begin thy NEW employ;
Sing, while eternal ages run,
Thy Master and his Joy.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26
LOVES LEDGER.
BIZ S. Hyooduorth.

BY S. Woodcorth.
own myself your debtor, Love,
For It's to you my bliss owe,
Then say If I'D not better Love,
Repay the balance kiss owe?
In justice you'll receipt 1t, love,
And prove that you are true 10 me,
If / should then repeat it, Loves
There'll be balance due TO me-
That little urchin, Cupid, Love,
The only clerk we keep you know,
Is either blind or stupid, Love,
And apt TO fall asleep you know.
Ills best then, thus to jog him, Love,
And make him earn his pay, you know,
For should we chide or fog him, Love,
The boy might run away you know.
The rogue possesses talents, Love,
His pinions furnish quiils, you know,
And when he strikes balance, Love,
He must inspect our bills you know.
Then let US ne'er dispute my love,
While time enjoyment rifles SO,
But take kiss to boot, my Love,
cannot stand on trifes SO.
Short reckonings make long friends my love-
accounts should ne'er be running so,
Then let us make amends my Love,
For It's unpleasant dunning so.
Through le's allotted term, my Love,
Ifthus we don't forget we owe,
When death dissoves the firm, my Love,
Wen pay the only debt we owe.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26
baltimore, December 10.


The river yesterday from the Lazaretto to the
Basin exhibited almost continued sheet of canvass.
Upwards of 200 sail OF vessels, OF all classes, that
had been wind bound for time, were UNI
der easy sail pressing for the harbor thus presenting
most delightful scene. and reminding Us of sc the
golden days OF our commercial prosperity"
Patriot,
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26
a TEACHER WAN'TED.

Person whois well qualified to teach the English Ian
IL gage with the various branches which generally
taught ii country schools, will find employment in the vii
age Of ST. Georges, New Castle CoDel by applying TO
JOHN SUIT ron, one Of the Trustees Of the st Georges
scF0M Dec. 18th, 1928 l-4t
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26
THE CHRISTIAN SOLDIERS DEATH.

THE CHRISTIAN SOLDIERS DEATH
o the memory ofthe Rev. Thomas Taylor, OF Englan
Servant of God well done,
Rest from thy loved employ;
The battles fought, the victory won'
Enter thy masters Joy;
The voice at midnight came,
He startedup to hear;
A mortal arrow pierced his frame,
He feIl--but felt no fear.
AT home amidst alarms,
1t found him in the field;
A veteran slumbering on his arms,
Beneath his red cross shield;
His sword was in his hand,
Still warm with recent fight;
Ready that moment at command
Through rock and steel to smlte.
It was two edged blade,
OF heavenly temper keen;
And double were the wounds It MADE,
Where'er it glanced between;
Twas death to sin--'twas lite
To all that mourned their sin;
II kinded and it silenced strife,
Made war and peace within.
Stout hearts before it fell,
Subdued by wrath and love
,Twas dreadful as the flames OF hell,
Bright as the beams aboves
Heroes were wont 10 name
The weapons of their might;
This was brand Of matchless lame,
The word Of God, in fight.
Ort with its fiery force
His arm has quellSd the foe,
And laid resistless in his course,
The alien armies low;
Ben, on such glorious tolls
The world TO him was loss;
But all his trophies, all his spells,
He hung upon the cross.
AT midnight came the cry :,
"To meet thy God prepare
He 'woke-he caught his Captains eye
Then strong in faith and prayer
His spirit with bound
Burst its encumbering clay;
His tent at sunrise on the grouEd
A darkened ruin lay.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26

.age of Inrention.--Mr. Christopher Hoxie, an
ingenious mechanst, of Hudson IN. Y } has inven-
ted model, which he supposes he can apply TO the
propelling Of shipa and vessels, without the aid of
wind or steam. The propelling power necessary
is be acquired by the rolling oil the ship and the
force given by pendulum Of enormous weight, sc-
cording to the tonnage Of the vessel.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26
ELECTION.

gEvIE stockholders Of the Wilmington and Philadelphia
I Turnpike Company will hold their annual meeting at
Loeb llooton's Inn Brandywne, the first Monday in
Managers for tic ensuing year will take place.
IN order JAMES PRICE, Sec'ry.
Bandywinc, Dec. 8, 1928. 99-8t
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26

The National In,elligencer states, that Commo-
dore Hull will be instructed by the Government, to
pay short visit, to the Sandwich Islands, at
ly period after his arrival in the Pacific Ocean, as
the public interest will permit him to be absent
from the coast of Chill and Peru The Frigate u
nited States, which is the Flag Ship OF Com Hull,
will sail from Norfolk in about two weeks.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26

CONDITIONS OF THE WATCHMAM.

tn those who send, call at the Office and pay, during
Inc months of January july six months IN advance, the
rce will he four dollars year; 10 all who do not, the
ce win be five dollars. If a subscriber wishes to de-
e he must notify the editor Of his intention before the
s Of June or December, and pay all arearages. nom
nmnliapce with these conditions to be considered
rarement for six months, and paper will be dscon
,nel without fulfmen Of them except at the option Of
the editor -
Any person who will procure seven subscribers and pay
r them agreeable to the above conditions, shall be
Tiled 10 The Waterman long they complied with
TERMS OF ADVERTISING.
Advertisements not exceeding twelve lines, for term
,sthan three months four times for dollar and TWEEN
n cents for every subsequent insertion, longer
noron Advertisers requested to specify in writing
KAN long their advertisements to be inserted they
i be continued till forbid. Letters to the Editor, to in.
s,rc attention must be post paid.
.ddvertistnS 6ytheyear.
To Subscribers. To Non-Subscrhbers
year $40, W 1year 10, W
6months D, % omonths y, ~
Sdo ATS 8 do. S, 90
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26
Eatract to the Editor Of the Bait. Patriot, from
member of the United States Senate dated

WAsHINGToN, DEc'R. III understand that
it is firmly believed on the very best authority, that
Great Britain will take the stand that the Pre-
sidcnt has in his Message to the interference Of
any Foreign power between Spain and her Colonies.
If England is honest, then with our assistance, nei-
;her France any other power can find troops to
accomplish their object of subjugation. 1t is
much rho interest of England, that should expect
she would act with vigor on the occasion.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26
Philadelphia Tavern Property
For PRIVATE SALE.

sIE long established and valuable stand, sign Of the
WHITE HORSE, and Wilmington Stage Once No
Bank Street, present in the tenure Of David JOINS
hs property constitutes valuable establishment as
4yem and Livery Stable. and would well suit any person
s'ng 70 engage in that business from either the s'ate
y Delaware Or Maryland, as considerable number OF tue
ss.oHes trequenting tic House are from those two
'aes Being in the centre Of business, and having been
Ions kept Is public house, renders it desirable and
ca'Ee situation An indsputahe title, clear OF ncun-
ce, will be gwen and payment made easy ana 70 SUIT
" purchaser. Persons wishing to purchase VIII please
apply for particulars TO JouN G.. DAVIS, boarding with
!, David Johns, upon the premises.
rMl4delphia, Dec. 10, 1923. 2r2m
y B. Possession will be given the first day OF APr
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26

young man by the name Of Jack Jones, living
in huntsville, Alabama, about the middle of No>
yember, murdered his brother in fit of passion,
excited by cause too trivial TO attract notice. 1t is
said that in the moment of excitement he few toa
fork which The deceased succeeded in srrestng
from him his next effort was gun which proved
empty, and was taken from him he then siezed
loaded gun, the contents of which he lodged in the
body of his brother who expired in few minstes,
and then made his escape,
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26

MURDER.--We understand, says the last num-
Der OF the Friedens Bottle that man named John
Zimmerman who lives beyond the Blue mountains,
on the borders of Lehigh County, last week COM
mitted the horrible deed of numbering his oaeil
daughter, young woman about twenty years Of age!
The unnatural father, after he had driven the rest
oi the family from the house, dragged his sick
daughter out Of the bed, tramped upon. and final
ly killed her. A marriage which the daughter in-
tended 10 contract, and which was disapproved by
the father, is said to have occasoned this horrible
event.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26

The following lines Of Montgomery, speak not
only the talents of the poet, but the feelings OF the
Christian. They have often excited the tenderest
affections Of our heart, and we doubt not will ava
Ken the pous ,ympathies Of our readers;
Col. Star.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26

The Message OF the President seems to have
created sensation wherever it has been read, and
is universally regarded as document of unusual
importance. We shall continue to collect the evil
dences of public opinion on this subject and spread
them upon our pages Some idea may be formed
of the light in which the Message is viewed here,
by The number of copies of it which have been dis
tributed throughout the nation, which may be thus
estimated:
Printed by order of Congress 5000
In the National Intelligencer, about 5000
Extra National Integencers 10000
In other Newspapers and Extras 10000
$4,000
BY this statement, it is evident that at least thirty
thousand copies have been distributed by mail direct
from this place to every part of the country.
Nat INTEL
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26

The People of London, have iecently had an OPP
portunty of Witnessing most brilliant triumph of
Science and the Arts in the departure, at O'Clock
at night of one Of the mail stages, spenddy llsmina
ted by Portable Gus. This experiment, like all the
former ones has succeeded completely. 10 Lon
don, gas is literally hawked about the streets
or sale, and you may have your lamps or other res
filled with gas, as you heretofore have had
them filled with oil. Gas is certainly the most bril-
liant aud at The time the mildest and least
offensive light, with which we are acquainted; and
where it is used on large scale it is one of the
most economical lights used.--Dem. Press.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1823-12-26

Vera Cruz-Accounts from Alvarado Of the goth
ult. state thai the bombardment OF Vera Cruz con-
tinued. On the 9Th of Nov. a bomb fell on and ex-
poded in the public store, the doors and sides of
which were burst open, and one letter mentions,
hat property to the amount of Sio0, 900 was plun-
dered by the populace.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1823-03-06
VIRGINIA towit /:

Berkeley County, SIS.
February Term, 1928.
James Craig and 'Tunis Titus. Execu.'
tors of Francis Titus, dec. Pitts.
Frederick Freshmen and George Fresh
nor, Administrations of Nary Fresh
nor, deceased, DEBTS.
IN CHA.NCERF.
TheDefendant Frederick Freshror. not
having entered his appearance, and given
security according to the Act of Assem-
bly, and Rules Of this Court and it ap-
pearing, by satisfactory evidence, that
he is not an inhabitant Of this Common
wealth-Itis ordered that the said DE.
PENDANT do appear here on the second
Monday in May next, and answer
the Bill ofthe PITS. and that copy of this
order be forthwith inserted in the Mar
tinsburg Gazette, for two months sucs,
cessiyely. and posted at the front door Of
the Court House of this county.
A copy 1este,
DAVID HUNTER, C. b. C.
March 6.-2m e..
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1823-03-06
VIRGINIA, to wit.

sNsnNs~y 0Shbtfs -.
February Term, 1898.
Richard M'shery. jun PLAINTIFF.
AGAINST
John 5. Porteriield. William Towson. Elisha
Boyd, Samuel Hill & Moses l. Hup,er. Delta.
IN CH.4.vCERY.
THE defendant, Samuel Hin, not having en-.
1 tered his appearance and given security
according TO the act Of Assembly and the rnlss
OF this Court, and i appearing BY satisfactory
evidence. that he is not an inhabiiant OF this
Commonwealth; is Ordered. that tie said
defendant do appear here on the second Mon
day in May next. and answer the bill Of The
Plaintiff, and that copy Of this order be forth.
with inserted in the Martnsburg Gazette for
two months successfully, and posted at tia
front door OF the Court House Of this Count.
A Copy--Teste,
49, DAVID HUNTER, e.B.c,
March 6. 1825-2m. III
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1823-03-06
VIRGINIA, TO wit:

Berkeley County, Sc
February Term, lees.
Nicholas sehcrpert and Valentine Aylt, ri tGlt.
AGAINST
Jehn Charles Rebeneek, Michael Route, Aora
ham Levy and Solomon Hedges. Depts.
IN C'Hs.ITERY.
VNIiE defendant, John Charles RsbeJeck. not
Il having entered his appearance and ui,cr,
security according to- the act OF Assembly an ,l,,.
rules ct this crur', and Il appearing 10 II sa.
,istsctlon Of the court that BE isno inhas.Ant or
t,s sate;--K Is 0rsis- "a. that the said ,,sen.
dant do sppcAr here on The iirst Aionda, Il,
May mex, and answer The bill OF the plaintiffs.
and that copy OF this order be forthwith in
serted for two months successfully in The Mar.
tinsbarg Gazette, and be posted at the door ii
the CoVvq hcuse Of this county,
a Copy-Teste,
DAVID HUNTER. ems.
March 6, IS2S-2na. n.