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Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1825-02-03

The Legislature of New Hampshire,
at the late session, passed a law proyi-
ding that Legitimate children shall be
the heirs of their mother, she dying
without leaving Legitimate issue; and in
case of the decease of such child or
children, in the life time of the mother,
leaving legitimate issue, such issue shall
inherit the share of such child or chill
dren so deceased.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-07-14
DESHA'S TRIAL

Frankfort, Ky. June l8.-The June
term of the Harrison Court commenc-
ed on Monday last. Our attentive cor
respondent at Cynthiana informs us
that Mr.. Wall, Attorney for the Com
monwealth, moved a continuance Of
Desha's case, on the ground Of the abb
sence of material witnesses. The mo-
ton, it appears, met with opposition,
and an agreement was made, that the
cause should lay over until Friday Eyes
terday,) and that attachments should
issue, in the mean time, for the alb
sent witnesses, returnable on that day.
The Governor, and other connexions
of the prisoner, were in attendance,
and his counsel, (Mr. TauD expected
he would be ready for trial.
The understanding at Cynthiana was,
that there would be no difficulty in re-
lation to the jury, and that the trial
would proceed. So says our cores
pondent; but considering the difficulty
Of collecting such a host of witnesses
as attended the former trial and were
deemed necessary; the improbability
that the commonwealth will receive any
Jurors, who do not declare themselves
free of bias, with the improbability
that sufficient number can be obtain
ed, who have not formed opinions;
and that the remaining seven days Of
the term would according to past ex-
perience be wholly insufficient to COM
plete the trial, it appears to us very
unlikely that there can be verdict rem
dered at this term.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-07-14
OFFICE OF THE COLONIZATION SOCIETY, }
Washington, 18th June, 1925. )

Washington, 18th June, 1925.
The following resolutions have been
adopted by the Board Of Managers Of
the AMERICAN COLONIZATION SOCIETY:
Resolred, That it is expedient to dis
patch vessel, with emigrants and
merchandise for the use Of the Colony,
from Norfolk, on or before the first
day of September next.
Resolved, That any Society, congre-
cation, or individual, contributing 10
the funds of this Society a sum not
less than ten dollars, shall have the pri-
vilege Of nominating some free per-
son of color, of good character and in
dustrious habits, to whom a passage
shall be given in the next vessel which
shall be dispatched to Liberia.
Resoired, That all Aux iliary Socie-
ties be requested, by public notice, to
transmit their funds directly TO the
Treasurer of the parent Institution,
Orchard Smith, Esq. Of Washington
unless otherwise specially authorised
by the Board of Managers.
heSolUed, That the Auxiliary Socie-
ties be respectfully invited to send De-
LEGATEs to the next annual meeting OF
the Society.
r. R. GURLEY,
Resident yAgeat.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-07-14
WOODEN WATCHMEN.

A curious piece Of mechanism has
been invented and exhibited in Great
Britain. It's called the Alarm Statue,
and is intended for presentation to the
king. 1t is designed for the protection
of dwelling house, etc. from midnight
depredators. This automaton repre-
sents soldier IN full regimentals, SIX
feet in height; its position is erect, In
the manner of sentinel or duty, hav-
ing blunderbuss in his hand. Upon
touching wire, it Immediately turns
round in that direction, drops its head
and fires the piece, at the same time
ringing two alarm-bells, and pi onounc,
ing the word "6re" in distinct ana
audible voice.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-07-14
THE TYMPANUM OF THE CAPITOL.
r. r. GURLEY,
Resident Age'it.

THE TYNIPA NUM OF THE CAPITOL.
Although none of the artists who
subm tied designs for basso relieve
ornament for the Tympanum of the
Eastern Portico of the Capitol were
successful we understand that a suhse-
quent design has been adopted by the
President, and that model of it is in
preparation, and artists selected for the
execution of the work.
In the composition of the design
which has been adopted, we under
stand the President himself suggested
its chief features. We therefore pre-
sumo, although we have not seen it,
that it is appropriate and in good taste.
The Tympanum Of the great Portico
of the Capitol being so conspicuous a
part 81 the ediGce, and, withal, of such
size as to surpass in magnitude almost
every other Pediment in the world, ii
was a matter of some solicitude that it
should be ornamented, both In subject
and execution, in style worthy of the
noble field it afforded for the exertion
Of taste and skill. 1t was, therefore,
with pleasure we heard that the bust
ness was in so good train, and that
the public were not likely to be shock
ed by any design which, by its COM
plexity, its poverty, o" its unsuitable
ness, should be pronounced unworthy
of the place which it was intended to
adorn.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-07-14

Ne'o Fork, July ll-Capt. Allen, OF
the Othello, who left Bnenos Ayres,
May Esd, informs that the revolution
lists were besieging Montevitleo. They
had been supplied with arms from
Buenos Ayres, and several hundred
men had crossed over to Colonia.
Adviees from Chagres to June 9th
are received by the arrivals from Car
thagena. BY the last accounts from
Lima, Rodil still held possession OF
Callao.
The Hapre market June /, still con-
tinued in an inactive state. The stock
of cotton on hand was 1927 bales; no.
minal prices 40 to As sous for Louisi-
ana, aNd 80 to Al for uplands. The
manufacturers were supplied with only
sufficient for immediate use.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-07-14
MELANCHOLY OCCURRENCE.

On Sunday last, IS or l6 colored
people, men, women, and children, the
servants of different planters beyond
the Eastern Branch, were crossing that
river, OH their way home from this city,
where they had attended church for
the performance of their religious du-
ties, and to get some of their children
baptized. BY some accident the boat
was upset, and all the unhappy beings
persisted, except one man and one OF
the women. Nat. Int.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-07-14

PORTER on that ground. The other
charge, Of INSTRUMENTATION and unoffi-
cerlike conduct, has not yet been
touched. Int.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-07-14

The following dividends lately declared at
Ncw-York, will explain satisfactorily the cause
of so much exertion being made during the
several last sessions of the Legislature, to pro-
cure charters for Insurance Societies. While
money can be procured in abundance at A
per cent. per annum, these companies are
sharing from AZ to s per cent. for half year.
Diridenas.-The National Insurance
Company have declared dividend OF
6 per cent. for the last six months,
payable on demand. The Eagle Fire
Insurance Company, A per cent. for
the last six months, payable on the
l4th inst. The New ork Insurance
Company, 5 per cent. payable on the
ll1h inst. The Ocean Insurance Com
pany, per cent. payable on the 9Th.
The Merchants Fire Insurance Com
pany, 81 per cent. payable on the 18th.
The Duchess County Insurance Com
pany, per cent, payable on the 25th
inst.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-07-14

Among the many interesting scenes and &C.
currences, growing out Of the visit OF our be-
loved fellow-citizen LA FArErTE, his recep-
ton by the White Hall boatmen holds 4 con-
spicuous place.
We copy short account of the proceed
ings, embracing the address of the victorious
crew OF the American Star, and the veterans
kind and patriotic answer. twill be seen
that the beautiful Boat, which triumphed over
her English competitor, is destined to the
high honor of home at La Grange.
General La Fayette received hearty
welcome from the Whitehall boatmen
on Saturday last. Flags were suspend
ed from the vessels in the neighbor-
hood, and an arbor was erected and
tastefully fitted up, in front OF the slip,
for his reception. On the top oft was
displayed the flag presented to the
boatmen that were, victorious IN the
race with the boat belonging to Capt.
Harris. AtSo'clock the General took
his seat on board Of the American Star,
and set off for Powlcs Hook, escorted
by three boats, decorated with flags
having upon them appropriate inscrip-
tions. As he passed the Battery, he
was loudly cheered by the populace.-
After remaining short time at Powles
Hook, he returned to Whitehall, where
he entered his carriage and proceeded
TO Castle Garden, arriving in time 10
witness the ascension of MIR. Robertson.
At Whitehall the beautiful boat VI
me,ican Star" was presented, by the
boatmen of Whitehall, to Gen. La Ia
yette, when Master ]. Magnus deliver
ed the following address:
@GrxERAL-Permit the Whitehall
Oarsmen TO present 10 you the race
boat, American Star, which has been
successfully distinguished Tor Its fleet
ness: we wish you to convey 1t to your
, residence in France, where it may oe-
casionallv remind you Of the grateful
friends YOU have left behind-of the
ingenuity Of the mechanics OF a conn-
try which you assisted to liberate, and
also of the great naval motto Free
trade and Sailors rights.
which the General replied:
"With the proud feelings OF an A
,nerican Patriot, have enjoyed your
boat races success: with the grateful
feelings of friend, now receive your
kind present. No keepsake could be
a more appropriate term.-'he more
gratifying, indeed, when offered from
the hands of the five victors. 1t shall
be most carefully and fondly preserved.
| beg YOU, Gentlemen, will accept, and
transmit to your companions, the con,
cratulations, the thanks, and the good
Wishes ola veteran, heartily devoted to
to the great naval motto free traue
and Sailors rights ;"
The following anecdote Of the most uni
form and distinguished philanthropist that
ever lived, is but one of many thousand that
arr Justly recorded of him. Its novelty con-
sists only in the regency of its occurrence
We fear that the money paid to the veteran
bv order of Congress will be inadequate to
the imaginary demands upon his pocketr II ne
s.f.. HE heart TO be the auditor of the CLAIMS
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-07-14

Washington, 'July ls.-The Naval
Court Martial yesterday fnishe d the
examination of witnesses in regard to
the Foxardo affair, and adjourned at
an early hour to give an opportunity to
the Judge Advocate to collect and ar
range The documentary testimony rela-
ing to the charge against Commodore
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-07-14

Col. CRowELL, the United States A
gent in the Creek Nation, was suspen-
ded by Major ANDREWS, Special agent
Of the Government, on the 2ist OF June.
The duties of the Agency are entrust-
ed to Captain TRIpLETT, the Sub-A-
gent, during the investigation, and I'M
til a decision is made upon his conduct,
after the collection of all testimony,
and the examination of all the witness
es. Col. Crowell, who was not permit
ted to appear before the committee of
the Georgia Legislature, app ointed TO
inquire into his conduct, nor afforded
an opportunity of confronting single
witness, that appeared against him, has
invited the Commissioners appointed
by Georgia, to attend the examination
Of his witnesses, for the purpose OF put
ting to them any questions, in reference
to his department., that they may think
proper. In his letter to the Commits
sioners, he says-"In giving you this
'sinvitation, / wish you distinctly to
understand, that it is not given under
"the impression that it is your right
"since | have not been confronted
s'with witnesses against me; but is CIV
Sen under full conviction OF being a.
.'ble fully to establish my innocence, by
.switnesseswho shrink not from the OF
,sordeal of a cross-examination, and to
.'show youthat my defence rests not,
.'like the accusations against me, upon
.sthe flimsy foundation Of CARRIED evi-
.sdence, arbitrarily taken, and impro-
sperly reported.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-07-14

The Court Martial convened in Washington
for the trial of Commodore Porter, is still pro.
crossing in the examination of Witnesses
The National Journal commenced regular
and very interesting report ofthe proceedings,
but has been ordered by the Court to discon-
tinue their labors. AS far as the evidence has
been developed, it corroborates the history
of the Foxardo affair already before the pub
Lie.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-07-14

The New York American reminds the citi-
zens of New-Jersey, who are to receive Gen.
La Fayette on this very day, that the l4th
July, is the anniversary oftwo ofthe greatest
events in modern history-the taking of the
Bas6le in 1899; and the grand federation in
the Camp de Mars in 1870. On the latter &C.
casion, eighty thousand armed deputies re-
presenting the people and the army, swore on
their naked swords, to maintain the Constitu-
ton, and at the same august celebration, La
Fayette, as the commander of the National
Guard of Paris, presided under the King, who
himself took the oath.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-07-14
THURSDAY, JULY IA, 1925.

Mr.. Crtsse's Oration.-In the absence OF IN
teresting news, we insert and recommend to
the perusal of our readers, the able anniver-
sary grafton, pronounced before the citizens
:. of Baltimore by our late fellow citizen Peter
II. Cruise, esq.
It is a chaste, appropriate, and digni6ed
production, and one Of the very few, elected
by the occasion, that may be considered wor-
thy of preservation. If We can spare the
room in our next, we shall copy another OF
equal merit, delivered in the Capitol OF the
United States and in the presence OF the
Chief Magistrate, by Asbury Dickens esq.
of Washington. We view these compositions
as ornament. and benefits to our country, and
while men of distinguished talents are brought
forward on such occasions the theme of their
eloquence will forever be new.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-07-14

GREETED that he was not informed OF
the event while at Waterloo, as he
would have stayed to condole with the
unfortunate family. lie sent back a
deputation to inquire into the facts Of
the case, and the circumstances of the
family, and, upon their report, immedi-
a,ely RENTED to Mrs. Parsons the mu-
ni6cent sum Of SeUen Hundred Dollars"
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-07-14

Georgia .afairs.-The Georgia papers pub
lish the suspension of Mr.. Crowell, the Indian
Agent, in manner calculated to excite in the
public mind, an unfavorable impression as to
that gentleman's integrity. The following
extrast of letter from Major Andrews to Mr.
Crowell himself, gives different aspect to
the affair. OF the frmness, and sterling in
tegrity of Major Andrews, all who know him,
are proud to bear testimony. Mr.. Crowell is
truly fortunate to fall into such hands, parti-
cularly at such time and under such critical
circumstances.
Extract from the letter o. suspension.
In resorting to the discretionary pow
err invested IN me by the President, |
feel it due to you to state frankly, that
this determination does not proceed
from any present impression unfavora-
bic 10 your innocence. ] am not at Ii
berty, in my present peculiar situation,
to form settled opinion on the char
ges made against you, until all the evil
dence to be collected from every quar-
ter has been received and carefully ex-
amined. But feel it due to yoa TO say,
that so far as I am at liberty to take up a
present impression, it is in facor Of your
integrity and honor. feel it due to you
to make this statement, in consequence
of the course (Which must be consider
ed an unjust one, if not oppressive
pursued towards you by the authori-
ties Of Georgia; my impressions too
being chiefly grounded on the exparte
testimony taken against you.
Your suspension is made from court
scy to the authorities Of Georgia, who
have repeatedly and urgently demand
ed ton the ground that it would be
impossible to elicit unbiased tcstimo-
ny in the Indian nation whilst you are
in the exercise Of your functions. 1t
is done too from a desire to do away
all pretexts which might otherwise
hereafter be seized on to destroy conf
dence in the results of the examina-
lions. The suspension will be with
drawn so soon as those examinations
are concluded, should they result in es-
tablishing your innocence.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-02-10
FEBRUARY 10, ze25.
CHARACTERS.
ofthe principal. nations of Europe.

NJ, Ofthe principal. nations OF Europe.
In religion, the German is sceptical; the
English devout9 the Frenchman jealous; the |
Italian ceremonious; the Spaniarda bgot.
In keeping his word, the German is faith
full; the Englishman safe; the Frenchman
giddy; the Italian shutting; the Spaniard !
cheat.
In giving advice, the German is slow; the |
Englishinan fearless; the Frcnchman precip- |
itate; the Italian nice, the Spanard circum-
spect :,
In external appearance, the German is
large; the Englishman well made; the
Frenchman well looking; the Italian of mid
die size; the Spaniard awkward.
In dress, the German is shabby; the
Englishman costly; the Frenchman tickle;
the Italian ragged; the Spaniard decent.
In manners the German Is clownish; the
Englshman barbarous; the Frenchman ca
sy; the Italian polite; the Spaniard proud.
In keeping,a secret, the German forgets
what he has been told; the Englshman con-
ccals what he should divulge, and divulges
what he should conceal; the Frenchman tells
every thing; the Italian is close; the Spaniard
mysterious.
In vanity, the German boasts little; the
Englishn,an despises all other nations; the
| l. rcHCuiildu ldtlcIS cNtIf DouNs tHC lldii.ih
estimates cautiously, the Spaniard is indif-
f! ferent.
! In eating and drinking, the German is a
drunkard; the Englshman gross andluscious
the Frenchman delicate the Italian moder-
ate; the Spaniard penurious.
In offending and doing good, the German
is inactive; the Englishman does both with
out consideration; the Italian is pompt in be-
nficencc, but vindictivc; the Spaniard indif-
ferent.
In speaking, the German and French speak
badly, but write well; the Englishman speaks
and writes well; the italian speaks well,
writes much and well; the opaniards speak
little; writes little but well.
In address, the German looks like block
head; the Englishman resembles neither a
fool nor a wise man; the Frenchman is gay;
the Italian is prudent but looks like a fool;
the Spaniard is qdite the reverse.
In courage, the German resembles bear;
the Englishman a lion; the Frcnchman an
eagle; the Italian Fox; and the Spaniard
an elephant
In the sciences, the German is a pedant;
the Englshman philosopher; the French
man is a smatterer; tiis }S.lian professor
and the Spaniard grave thinker.
Magnihcence--ln Germany the Princes
in England the ships, in France the court, il
Italy the churches, in Spain the armouries
arc magnificent.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-02-10
YOU MISS II.
TOT, oft

When ] sec Young lady carrying almost
as much sail as a man of war, spinning about
the streets at the rate of ten knots an hour,
smiling at every thing said, thereby calcuiat-
ed to attract bcau-Is there one that will
not join with me in saying, dear ma'am- You
miss IL.
When ] see young man stepping into the
different mechanic shops, in town Tor the
purpose of disposing of his cargo OF acquired
acknowledge and refreighting with specula-
ton in order to cut dash, am ready to tell
him-yon miss il.
When learn that new ma: led couple
hug their pillow till ten in the morning sup
pose they may in time have some thing else
to hug-and think they miss ii, because they
do not rise early and provide for rainy day
When ! behold hot headed politician
railing against principles and men prais-
ing his own side and condemning every
thing on the other, guess, before twelve
month pa SEES away, the people whisper III ms
car the consoling scntence-pon miss Il.
Doubtless every well meaning member Of
society will agree with me in saying that any
who supposcs he knows more than all the
rest of the world, and that all should yield &c
his judgment-mi&Sca il.
Parents who incautiousy, suffer thair chill
dren to do as they please without chastlse
ment--miss it.
In short, every person who breaks pro-
mise, by engaging more than he Is aolc &c
fulhl--misses it.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-02-10

ton by two gentlemen, and conducted by one
of the natiresnfthe country as gudc.Ihey at
length arrived at tho spot, and without taxing
any notice of some fellows who were saunter-
ing about the place descended by ropes into
the vault. No sooner were they let down,
than they were presented with a 'spectacle
which struck them with horror. Two gen
tlemen apparently starved to death, lay be-
fore them one of these unhappy victims
had tablet in his hand, on which was writ
ten, in very pathetic language, that they
were brothers of rank and family ot Venice,
and having in the course of their travels
intrustcd themselves with one OF the natives
for the purpose of visiting the catacomb, the
perfdious villain had left them to perish.
The danger to which Mr.. Hill and his friends
were r. posed, instantly alarmedthcm. they
| had sSss &C read the tale, when, looking up,
they, beheld their inhuman guide, assisted
by two others whom they had seen near the
spot, closing the entrance into the vault
| They were now reduced to the utmost dis
trcss they however, drew their swords de-
termined to make desperate effort to rescue
themselves from situation SO appalling
j With this resolution they were CROPPING about
at random, in the dark when they were
/ startled at the groins of some one stemiy II
the agonies of death. Thets listened to TN
dismal sound and at length, by the g'im
mering light from the catacomh, they saw
man Just murdered, and a little beyond the.
beheld his inhuman murdercs, flying witt
the utmost precipitation. Theypersued then
Immediately, and though not able to com
up with them, they had the good tor
tune to reach the opening through whic
the wrctches escaped out OF the cavern, jus
before they had time to put the stone on tn
top Of it.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-02-10
THE SABBATH

How still the morning of this hallowcd day!
Mute is the voice of rural labour hushtl-
The ploughboy's whistle and the millsmaids song,
.AuShicious morning, celebrated by angels,
chanting hallclujahs to Him who burst the
bars of death, and triumphed over the grave.
Shall men observe dumb silence? The
ploughboy may suspend his unmcaning
whistle, and the rudy milk maid her inno-
cent song; and with reverence Join in hymn
of alteration and thanksgil ing-Ilow charm
ing is the day? See the rich and the poor,
the old and the young repair to the temple
of the Lord. The swain at dawn of day,
beat, away the dew Of night to battle him
self and restore his tired limbs; and another
with active steps hurries to tho assembly,
and long anticipates the sound Of the deep
toned bell; all join in praise--praise univer-
sal echoes from every heart. On this divine
iubilce-this day of rest, the tolls and hard
ships of the week are forgotten--and hushed
are all the saving passions. Thus dressed
in cleaning robes, ''and like the kings daugh-
ter, all glorious Within the people walk
onward to the temple of Zion. Ever great
ful day, hail the king Of other days--king OF
domestic pcace---ofpleasurc; OF rest Thou
art ever welcome ever lovely-whether in
winters frozen robe, or autumn's rural walks
! 10 taste her richer fruits; on summers sui
try rays, to sit beneath the foliage of her
groves; or in the lovely Spring, to view the
violet, the lilly, or the rose. Thou filiest
all seasons with divine respect. The wood
land walk, the verdant meadows, and chaunt-
ing choir converse, and the moral man, re-
ceivc their rich delights from thee! Hallow-
day! hush'd be the ploughboy's whistle ahc
the milkmaids song"
Ignorance Supplies the mental faculties
and is source of many crimes