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Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1825-08-02
NORFOLK, July 81.

NORFOLK, July 81.
HorT1d ,Marde,!-A friend near Kempsvile has COM
municated to us the following particulars of one of the
most daring and atrocious act of homicide within our
remembrance
oh monday last an Inquest was held on the body of
Join hudder, who was murdered in his bed by some
unknown rulian, between I and 8 O'clock on the pre-
cediug evening. The evidence given IN to the Jury by
'he iainhy oil the deceased, was, that MIR. Rudder i'm
mediateiy after eating his supper, retired to bed and soon
ieiI asleep. The rest OF his family, consisting OF his
wIe' TWO daughters (grown,) and two sons, Zone about
~ ana the other 8 years old were sitting iii the room
IN winch They supped, and which is separated from the
bed clarnher by a passage, the doors of the two rooms
iacihs each other, and both left open, when they heard
ne footsteps OF some person, who entered The room
wnefs the deceased slept, and were Immediately after
startled by the sound of blows and a violent struggling.
hirs. ithdoer IN great alarm, ran into the room, and
there besic'5 Il stout coiorcd man in the act Of murder
ing her hushand!-She seized the assassints arm and
lnpiored him TO spare tho life ofhis victim; but the san
guinary monster dashing her from him babe her begone,
or lie wouid kill her too. Terrified almost out of her
senses, She caught her Youngest son by the hand and
lied toa neighbours for assistauce-her other children,
equally panic struck, rushed from the scene Of butche-
ry and fled i'll different directions, scarcely knowing
whittier they wont, and rending the air with screams
OF "murdcr,n-the murder of their lathcri-A number
of persons were soon collected Mt the House, but too late
TO stay the Inurdcrcr's arm: he had completed his blcolv
work and He'd. On examining the body Of the deceas-
ed, 1t appeared that a blow lad been given upon the
lett temple, with 4 la;hing Ratchet, and another on the
crown oithe head, which fractured tue SOUL in a shock
ing manner--there were two other wounds about the
face, which appeared to have been inflicted with the edge
OF the instrument. Mrs. Ruddcr was unable To identify
tle person OF the murderer, 1t being nearly dark, and
all that she could discover of him was that he was a
coiored man. The Jury, therefore, could only return
a verdictof Murder, committed BY some person I'M
know ~
We learn further, that a free colored man (whose
name it wonld be improper to mention at presently IS
strongly suspected, and that a warrent has been issued
to aPprehend him.
July 60.
The Murderer Of John Rmidey.-Tie eldest daugh-
Ter of the late john Rudder, who was inhunanlv mur
dered on Sunday evening last, whilst asleep in bed, in
ms house in Princess Anne county, has been apprehen.
ded, and is now in Jail, as the murderer OF her father!
"A younger sister, who was present at the commission
OF the horrld deed, has given evidence of the fact of
her being the murderer.
Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1825-08-02
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LYNCHBURG, July 70.
Na'onat Road.-Two of the Engineers employed in
viewing the different sites suggested for the road be-
tween Washington Iity and New Orleans, arrived in
tins place on Sunday evening last, and left here Oh Tues
day morning. They will pass through New Glasgow
and charlottesville, and SO on n~orthwardly to Washing
ton City. They will then have surveyed tuo routes
a third remains to be surveyed, leading through the
valley VIA Winchester, Stanton &c. sc. We under
stand that Mr.. Shrlver, one of the gentlemen who pass
ed lhronga this place, spoke very faporabIy of this route,
both IN relation TO the abundance of means necessary
for the construction of the road, and tue few obstruc-
tons, particularly in relation 10 water courses that pre-
sent themselves i TJrgininn.
Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1825-08-02
From HE Neo- York Dqily Advertise or.July25.

From HE Nelg- York DGiLy .8dUertlSer OF JUN Is.
The destruction OLIVES by drinking cold water, within
the last two weeks, exceeds all former experience
The week before last there werenoless than thirty three
deaths in this way in this city. On Friday last, there
were %tbirty-one, and on Saturday, there were five be-
fore seven o'clock in the morning. This raShnessi is ex-
raOrdinary-especialIy when the hourly evidence of
the fatal consequences of this indulgence meets them
at every corner. IL has been stated in one instance. a
man attended the funeral of his friend, who had lost his
life by this imprudence, and on his return from the
grave, sacrificed bis own in the same manner.
Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1825-08-02

Ass Slips ne lal captured, ana asked permission to re-
inaln. The Commodore at first disapproved of this pro-
]ect but was at length prevailed upon by Capt. Rath.
vessels as they could in the same cautions manner. As
soon as 1t was dark they left the fleet, after having cap
iured eleven vessels without giving alarm. The squad
ron arrived sale in Boston with eight of then prizes,
three OF them having been re,akon 10y the English
Vol. i. Pr. 81, %.
Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1825-08-02
ALEXANDRIA. July 30.

An anonymous writer from our neighborhooa, has put
himself TO the trouble of reporting through the Rich
fnond Enquirer, the circumstances of a riot which &C.
Cured some few days ago. The blacks concerned in
II were promptly held 10 bail, for their appearance at
the next Court, and the whole affair was of so contemp.
Ible and unimpOrtant a nature, as regards the peace
and safety OF our citizens, that we did not think it pro-
per TO trouble the public with a history of it.
lPkenir.
Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1825-08-02
MmLEDGEvILLE, July 10.

The following letter from Gen. Gaines, shews the re-
suit Of his conferences and the situation of affairs with
the Creek InAi-us:
HsAU QrARTERs, Eastern Department. ?
,Montjceio, Ga. .Juiy II, 1925.
GENTrEHEN-Ca Triplett will hand to you, a copy
Of Maj. Gen. Gaines letter 10 Governor Troup, of the
10th inst. which the General requests you to insert in
your paper.
The object Of giving publicity to this letter, at this
trne, IS to counterfeit certain fuise md infamous re-
p21ts, concerning the adjustment Of Indian difficulties.
calculated 70 deceive the public, and aggravate the
inisfortunes Of these helpless and Jeluied beings, who
cvince a disposition to reunite their destiny, and TO com
pIy with the wishes ofthe General Government.
Very respectfully, your obt sery't,
Z. G. w. BUTLER.
.4id-de-Canp.
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PETERsRuRG. .Inlr 90

ihsefeStthg'-We have been informed that an elegant
stand OF Colors purchased by the Ladies of this Town,
will be presented to the Independent Volunteers com
manded by Capt. John TaIiaferro, at 9 o'clock on Sa-
turday morning, in front of the store of DR.. Davis. Boil.
lingbrook St. .4dv.
Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1825-08-02
EDMUND p. GAINES,
MAI. GeD. COm1n0Dd;no.
a true copy f. G.
To His TX. @. NJ. TRoUr,
Goyeynor Of Ge0rgia.

We certify that we accompanied the express from
Governor Troup to Gen. RFiutosh, conveying the re-
quest that he would allow the survey of the land. ac.
CURED by the Treaty at the Indian Spring, to be imme-
dIately commenced. General M'lntosh replied that be
could not grant the request, but would call the Chiefs
together and lay IT before them-which was never done.
@(Signed) }JosEPH RIARsI1 AL
At Fortress, Upson co. July o, 1926.
certify that this Is a correct copy of the original
certificate, signed in my presence and now in my pos
session.
T.. G. w. BUTLER,
.4id-de- Camp,
Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1825-08-02

W~AsHINGrov, July %.

Mr.. Rush reached this city on Tuesday evening. We
understand that he viii rot enter upon the duties of his
for the reception of his family, whom he las left at An
napolis. r.Ndt. Journal.
Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1825-08-02
THE UNITED STATES
FIRE COMFY.

NcoRPoRATED by the Legislature Of the State of New
n York (ofhce No. 288 Pearl street, in the city Of New
YORK; nave authorised the subscriber, as their Agent for
Richmond and It's vicinity, to contract for Insurance on
dwellng-houses, warehouses and other buildings; or mer-
chandise, machinery, furniture, and other personal property
against loss or damage by FIRE.
This company was incorporated March 31st, 1924, with
a capital of S250000, and have the privilege Of extending
it to S500O00.-The rates Of insurance Ore as moderate
as those of other institutions.
ISAAC DAVENPORT, AGENT.
Aug 2 54-w6t Cary street
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1825-02-15
SANTA FEE.

From Mr.. Cooher, who has lately re-
turned from Santa Fe, we learn the fol-
lowing particulars
A company OF five persons, Of which
he was one, left the province of New
Mexico for this state, in November last.
On their way in, one OF their nun Der, Ga
Mr.. Wixon) was murdered by the Usage
Indians.
The party suffered extremely from
cold and hunger, and at one time were
compelled to subsist on their mules.
Mr.. Cooper states that the company
which left here last spring, had not yet
disposed of heir goods-,ha, sales we're
effected very slowly, and THAI The goods
now on the way to tina, country, together
with wha, are already there, will be more
than adequate to the demand.
From this, i. appears tina, the pros
poets held out to future adventures to
that country, is very gloomy.
Franklin, No. Intel.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1825-02-15
Feb. l-3t
400 Dollars Reward.

RAN away from the subscriber, living in
IL Howard county, Missouri, on the 9th of
August, 1924, negro man named DAV E,
twenty SIX or seven years old, five feet seven
or eight inches high, heavy made, weighs from
$50 to 100 lbs. copper color, pleasant counte.
nance, and pleasant spoken, fond of drinking
spurious liquors. When he ran off he had a
lump on one of his hips, and little larne it
originated from an attack of the rheumatic
pains. will give the above reward if said
negro IS brought home, or fifty dollars if APP
pretended and put in goal so that get him,
and pay all reasonable expenses; or if any per-
son hnding out where the said negro is, and
forwarding immediate word to Gen. Duff
Green, st. Louis, Mo or to James Eareckson.
Howard county, Mo so that | get him. | will
give fifty dollars, and pay all necessay ex,
penses. TALTON TURNER
Feb. l-4s
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1825-02-15

country, feel it duty to offer him the
sentiments of their highest considera-
ton, respect and esteem.
Resolved, That this Legislature do
approve OF the truly republican, wise,
and successful administration of james
Monroe, President oil The United States !:
under whose administration, by the bless
ing of Divine Providence, peace has
been preserved to the nation. And that,
when he shall retire from Office, he will
carry with him the sincere wishes of
this Legislature for his future health,
prosperity, and happiness.
Rescued, That his Excellency he Co
vernon be requested 10 communicate
these resolutions TO the President OF the
United States.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1825-02-15
From the Philadelphia Gazette.
BURNING OF WATER.

MIR. Augustus Day, who resides at
No, l24, North Third Street, has in
vented stove, by which it has been
calculated, room may be kept warm
tor whole day, and no more than four
cents north OF Lehigh Coal be consum
cd IN that period. Il is of small size,
and IN shape an inverted cone, with Sc
veral longitudinal openings near the
apex. On CRATE within, rests small
quantity ot coal.-A pan of water
placed beneath the openings, ensures a
quantity OF vapour. In passing through
The ignited coal, the aqueous vapor is
decomposed, and we have that powerful
heat which is produced by the combus-
ton OF oxygen and hydrogen The CO.
yer OF the stove is attached 10 move
able section OF pipe, which IS raised
and lowered by fixture similar IL prIn-
ciple TO that OF suspended lamp, and
by this conlryance the fire is regulated.
So powerful is the heat, ,hat sma.i
Quantity of water thrown into the sove,
Is Immediately dec.mposed, and the
combustion of its component paris loi.
| lows OF course. OF ,hls we have our
selves been witness.
The hrsncNle of this invention has
long been applied in the mechanic arts,
ESPECIALLY by the blacksmith, who, as is
well known, when he wishes to increase
| the heat OF his fire, throws on it a small
quantity OF water. OF late years, Che
mists have in their compound blow.
pipes, made sundry new and very valu-
able applications of this principle: blu,
he honor Of applying in Domestic Eco
nonly, belongs 10 Mr.. Day alone. His
stove has nc, yet been used ex,ensiy ely
enough TO enable us to speak positively
OF The estimation in which it ought to be
held by thrifty house-k keepers; but what
reason is there that principle whic h
has long been successfully applied in
the mechanic arts, and to push the dis
oovory OF the science, should not be ex-
tended 10 the common purposes of life
The saving Of fuel will be immense
ii the calculations which have been
made be correct; but this is not the on.
ly advantage which the new stove pro.
misses. The aqueous vapour which is
diiiused through the room, keeps the air
IN the state which is more agreeable to
he feelings and most conducive to
| health.
On account of the small space it oc-
cupies, Mr.. Day calls his invention,
1.-THE COMPENDIUM STOVE"
That in Mr.. Potter's Bookstore, in
Chesnut-street, is not larger than tea
urn, and has cost, including the fixtures,
thirteen dollars and fifty cents. The
price OF stove without fixtures, but
with eight feet pipe, including the regu-
lator is eight dollars. Ornamental
stoves, which Mr.. Day proposes to make
for parlours, will of course sell higher.
Experience is the true test of inven-
tons. After the Compendium Stove
shall have been brough, more extern
sively into use, its practical utility can
be determined. AT present it is legi-
innate object of curiosity, and as such
deserves the attention Of men of science
and OF the public in general.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1825-02-15
Patent Inclined Wheel.

NOTICE is hereby given, that the subscri.
~ bers have purchased of J. b. Robinson,
of Cincinnati, the patentee, his right for the
inclined wheel for the state of Illinois, except
ing the county of Alexander. Owners Of Mills,
&c. propelled by the inclined wheel, are noti-
fed that they can procure rights by applying
to our agents, Henry Starr, Esq of Edwards
vile, Alfred Cowles, Esq. of Belleville, or to
us at our residence in KNOXVILLE. Any person
can examine the letter patent by call
ing on us, or our agents, who are furnished
with copies The owners Of Inclined Mills
may save the penalty of the law by imme iate
application. Unionville, Madison county, iii.
uos, February I, 1895.
AUGUSTUS COLLINS & co.
Ecb. &-3ts
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1825-02-15
Stray Steers.

YAkEN up by Abigail O.Flynn, of Centre
Il township, in Greene county, Illinois, two
stray steers; one red brinde with white
face, and white from the top of the shoulders
down the left side, mark ed with crop off the.
right ear, and slit in the left three Years old,
The other four years Old, red brndle with
some white spots, no ear marks. Both apprais-
ed to Sl8, before VIM. p kincad, ]. p. Dec.
10. 1924, as appears from the certificate of
said Justice returned to my office.
Attest, SAMUEL LEE, Jr Clerk
OF the County Com'rs. Court OF said county.
Feb. 1-3t
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1825-02-15
BELLENILLE
A9AD,A.MlYo

YNHIS Academy win be open for the recep.
i ton of scholars ON the first Monday Of
March next, under the care of JOHN II. DEN
MS, Esq. very amabe and highly respecta-
bic gentleman, of competent requirements
and qualifications for teaching.
The price of tuition will be, for reading,
writing, and arithmetic, So per quarter; for
English grammar, mathematics, geography aud
the use OF the globes, IS per quarter; for the
Latin and Greek languages, logic, rhetoric,
moral philosophy, and history, 81 per quarter.
Elegant globes and complete set of maps
are already provided. AS soon as the number
of scholars will justify it, additional teachers
will be employed. It's expected that teacher
Of the French language VIII be engaged before
the expiration of the present year Boarding
in the best houses in towil ma, be had ut $50
per annum. In the country, very convenient
TO town, it is presumed boarding may b, had
considerably lower. Belleyile, January Dist,
1875. JAMES TANNEHILL, \ -
JOHN MESSENGER, 81
NJ. HEATH,
JAS. MITCHELL,
DAVID BLACKWELL, So
ALFRED COWLES, ssS
JOS. GREEN, IS
NINIAN EDWARDS, e"
Feb, 1-5t
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1825-02-15
CIRCULAR TO CONTRACTORS.
PosT OFFICE DEPARTMENT,


l5th January, 1928.
The Post Master General has observ-
ed, with great regret, that the exertons
OF some contractors, on important mai
routes, have not eqnallcd his expectation,
or the expectation Of the public.
This is the season when, to avoid fai-
lures, the utmost eXcrtiuns of ali con-
cerned in the transportation of the Mail
are necessary. No obstacles which hui
man exeriions can overcome, shall ex :
cuse failure. Any want of energy in
THIS respect, will first Je noticed by the
highest pecuniary penalty, and for TIE
second failure, the contract will be for
feited. There will be no departure from
this rule. OF this, those most interested
may be fully assured.
On all roads which become so deep as
to render the rapid progress of Stages
uDpraclcable, contractors are requested
to place the mail in covered Sukies, or
other vehicles better suited iot the pur-
pose, and in this manner to continue he
transportation of il until the 70 DIS viii
admit of stages. Whatever may be the
condition Of the route, no trip should be
lost.
The sudden rise of water-courses ma,
stop the passage Of the mail; bad roads
cannot cause even the failure of trip,
il the proper means be applied, with the
necessary energy.
There are many roads where Stage
with six or eight passengers and large
quantity Of baggage, cannot travel FIVE or
six miles an hour; but there is no mail
stage road in the Union, on which the
mail cannot be conveyed in Sulky or
Cart, as rapidly as ihe contract requires.
If two horses to cart do not give sufii-
Glen. force, four should be applied
The transportation Of the mail must not
be made secondary object--lhose who
consider it in this light, will very soon
be at liberty to beslow their undivided
attention 10 the conveyance Of passengers.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1825-02-15
NOYYCE.

YNHE public are hereby forewarned from
i trading for note of hand, drawn in favor
OF John Billiard, and signed Jointly by John
M'Crea and myself, for the sum of seventy dol
lars, dated oath April, 1924, rs the considera.
ton for which said note was given. has entirely
failed, and | am determined not to pay the
same, unless compelled by law. St. Clair
county, Jan. Is, 1925.
PHILIP DREAMER.
Feb 1T
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1825-02-15

DlED--At his residence in Monroe coun-
ty, a few days since, Col WILLIAM ALExAN
DER, after a severe and protracted illness.
In the death of this truly excellent man, So
ciety has lost friend and benefactor.
Col. Alexander has held several Offices in
this country, under the territorial. and state
governments, and was several years a member
OF our State Legislature. Communicated.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1825-02-15
List OF Letters
Remaining in the Pest Office at Sangdmo C n,
Illinois, on the Isl dag of January. 1925.

Remaining in the Pest Office at Sangd,no r.
Illinois, on the Isl day Of January. 1925.
Adams james Lathrop Aroman
Baker John Morrow Samuel
Bowyer Jacob Matney Charles or Eli
Campbell John 2abeth
Carmen Samuel Moopen Polly Z.
Curry Hiram NJ. Medcalf Miss Nancy
Dillon Absalem Mulligan Hugh
Dawson John Moore William C.
DaVinport George M.Coy James
brennan William Moore Nicholas
Eames George Neal r. NJ.
Fink Jacob osburn Stephen
Gibson Robert Paten Yelverton
Grant Rowland Proctor William
Guest Nathan II. Pool Elijah
Hardy Maria b. Race Henry
Hodge Jonathan Rowler W illiam
Hillyard Joseph Robson Charles
Harrlss Isaac Rowan Willis
Hale Stephen G. Smith jeremiah
Harrison William Sinnard Abraham
Hanley Nathaniel 6. Smith Thadby
Jude Ezekiel Thompson Elias
Knapp Ezra Vance James
koen David Vice John
Keys Isaac w .lson Jacob
Kelly Elisha Waggonner George
kersbner Jonas Wiburn Robert
Kirkpatrick John Wilcox BENJAMIN
Kennedy Nathan
ELIJAH LIES, P. NJ.
Feb. 15-St
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1825-02-15
FIRSY FAOOH.
POOR SOLDIER.
Notice.

A IL persons tAat are Indebted to me for
"A Groceries, sold by VIM, Tindall. George P.
Mckinney, or NJ Stephenson, arc informed
that their accounts are in the hands of fiail
Mason, Esq. to close and collect. Those that
cannot pay, will please to give their notes And
those who have claims against me are also re-
quested to present them to him for settlement
PALEMoN Ii. WINCHESTER.
Feb. ID, 1926
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1825-02-15
NOTICE.

The Sunday School Societies in Hi
nois, are hereby notified, that the subscri-
Der has just received an assortment o.
tickets, premiums, books, SC. from the
F" AMERICAN SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION, +"
and will be forwarded the first opportu-
nifty to the places of destination. The
patrons of each society are requested to
make arrangements 10 meet the expense
as soon as convenient.
A meeting will be held in St. Louis on
the first Sabbath in March, 10 form a
Sunday School Union for Missouri and
Illinois. ]. Nj. PECK.
ST. Louis, Jan 9th.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1825-02-15
From the NeW-York American.

The following resolutions were passed
unanimously by the Senate of D1a8so-
chusefts, and will doubtless pass the
House of Representatives without dis
sentienl voice. Similar resolutions were
passed by the legislature of South Ca
rolina. These tributes Of feeling and
respect are fully merited by he services
and worth of Mr.. Monroe, and the WIS.,
dom and prosperity OF his admipislra-
ton.
Whereas The term Of Office of JAMES
MoNEoE, President Of the United States,
will expire on the 4h day Of March
next; and whereas The acknow ledemept
by a free and enlightened people, of
their appreciation ano gratitude, to those
who faithfully and irDpartially, and in
accordance with the Constitution, admi.
Mister the Government committed to
their charge, is right and proper, and
must at all time she received by the true
patrio wiih pleasure and satisfaction.
Be- IL. therefore,,
Resoivea, That This Legislature, con.
vlnced that JAMES MONROE, PresIdcn.
Of the Unl'ed States, has endered grea,,
essential and important services TO his
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1825-02-15
%OYACE.

TTNHE subscribers hereby INFORM all concern.
l. ed, that they shall attend at the Office OF
the Judge of Probate for Sangamo county, on
the third Monday of March next, for the fnai
settlement of the estate of STEPHEN Eng.
LAND, deceased. Springfield, Feb. 7, 1925.
LEVI CANiRALL, Admir-.
ANNA ENGLAND, Adm'x.
Feb l5-3t
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1825-02-15
WASHINGTON, January %.

We have merely room to notice the
passage OF two bills, yesterday, by the
House OF Representatives, both by con.
siderable majorities, and both OF much
importance. By one an appropriation
OF S $50 900 is made for the Cum6er-
Ia"d Road and by the other $500, 900,