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The ladies' garland. [volume] (Harpers-Ferry, Va. [W. Va.]) 1824-1828, 1825-01-01

approached nearer con lecture changed his dress
was shabby and disordered, his hair uncombed. and
bandage passed across his eyes, marked the suf
ferings he had endured in the dreadful climate to
which he had been exposed for Edward it
and love soon revealed him to the wonder-struck
Ellen. In moment, each of his hands were seized
by Gwinneth and her child who forgetting, in the
first JOY at sight Of him, the shocking change of his
appearance, led him in triumph to the cottage but
inquiry soon succeeded and while Ellen fixed her
eyes upon her withered rose-tree, in anguish, ex-
claiming, Alas he cannot see it now, Edward
began his recital,
when left you, my dear friends, in compliance
with fathers commands, 1 embarked with my re-
giment for Egypt. Our troops successful in
all their undertakings; 1 alone seemed doomed to
feel the pangs Of disappointment and sorrow. An
enterprise in which engaged, required des-
patch and caution when in moment of general
attack, my dear friend, and earliest companion of
my happy days, fell covered with wounds. DISC
beyng the strict orders of our commander not to
quit our posts, bore him in my arms from the scene
of horror; for this was broke, and charged with
ignomny. Ellen wept her heart was too full for
utterance the poor old woman sobbed aloud. Il
returned said Edward Gin the first vessel that sail
ed, and returned but to my father breathe his
last. Even he too conspired against my happiness;
for, would you believe it, Ellen ? he has disinherit-
ed me- How y exclaimed Ellen, SIS it in nature
to be so wicked A child he once loved so dear
ly!' True, returned Edward but you behold me
in sickness and sorrow, without friend to comfort
or house to shelter me- Never never, my dear
young MASTER cried Gwnneth, 'while the sticks
of this poor cot hang togcther'-Ellen clasped his
hand closer between hers, but spoke not. On
sudden some recollection darted across her mind
she let his hand fall, and sighed deeply. sWhat
ais my Ellen ? asked Edward swill she not con-
firm the words of her mother1' All me!' said Ell
len, am thinking how happy the lady Hester will
be to have the power ofrestorng you to wealth and
comfort She can do all that our wishes dictate
'But if my Ellen gives me her love- replied Ed
ward, Il will not seek the favor of lady Hester
And will you stay with us'' asked the enraptured
Elen.-'Oh, we shall be happy enough in that
case and our debt of gratitude will be in part dis
charged for to you Edward, we owe ALL Your
instructive care first raised my mind from ignorance;
and ifa virtuous sentiment anmates this breast from
you it derives its source You are unjust to YOUR
self, Ellen instructions bestowed where there is
not innate virtue, is like the vain attempt at cult
waiting rocky soil. But how, my love, can you
IL. o,+,,, IL
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
For the Wilmingtonian.

1fcssrs Editors--
Being constant reader of your excellent
paper, and as lam particularly fond OF poet
ry, (as most females are) l each week ca
gerly look for all the pieces of that kind, IN
your colums. Without intending to flatter.
! would remark, that your selections and
communications, under this head, are, in
general, judicious and pleasing. am much
delighted with your new poctical cores
pondents, "Medley" and the wilmington
Minstrel" Though neither OF them soars'
rs yet, on pinions, such as waited the ener-
getic souls of Byron, Campbell, Ssc. to
worlds of almost inconceivable grandeur
and sublimity; yet they certainly manifest
by their essays, that they possess original
IDEAS and creative immagnations; which,
by a proper cultivation, may, at no very dis
tant period, bring honor to their possessorss,
and credit to our country. You DO wei,
therefore, to encourage them. They add
no inconsider;lble interest to that depart
mcnt of your paper, which they occupy
cannot avoid noticing, before conclude,
a rather ungenerous and illiberal commune
cation in your last paper, signed Matilda"
but evidently the production of some envi-
ons. fault finding boy. Matilda's censure of
the "Nilnngton Minstrel" is considered
nn;ust Nv every one who has bestowed on his
ESSAYS a candid persual.--A disinterested
friendship for the Minstrel (who believe to
/ be a voune gentleman) and desire that
voung genius may not be so rudely "knocked
in the head'' on its first appearance before
the pnblic. induces me almost to wish that
the rirl (master "Matilda") had spared her
observations, and not attempted so lmpollte'
" to damp the ardor of a young writer, who
has surely not meritcd her insulting Ian
ruaee. ] also wish it for her own sake: she
has cyinccd too much jealousy by her piece
-poor thing! she is obviously mortified be
cause she has unfortunately been overlooked
in the Minstrcl's "praise." He should atone
for this of;nce. How could he neglect to
s.praise" this much deserving, accomplish
ed. modest, beautiful and charming Matilda!
He ought to make suitable atonement-so
he ought.
1t appears, from hints in the pieces OF the
Minstrel, that he designs shortly to leave
our Borough. Should this be the case, 1t is
fondly hoped "Matilda" will supply his
place: for she seems to be 1.-THE very thing
to enliven the Parnassian department OF your
paper, with her "chaste--pollshed'- ed'-rehn-
ed-classical and modest strains.
| As"Matilda" cannot easily overcome her
maidenish bashfnlness, and appear before
the public 7uHh such illiterate poetasters as
the Minstrel and Medley, ! would earn
estly persuade her (ifI could) to assume
different signature from that she now uses
for instance - would do very well; or, that
she publish the postical emanations OF her
more "chastc" mind, in the imposing form ol
a Book. But I've done advising her; as I'm
quite as MODEST as herself. l communicate
nv ideas thro' the same channel thro' winch
che first became known to
'''o AUNT SUSAN.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
TIL MUSEUM,

OfForeign Literature ard Science.
We have been furnished by Mr.. F. Lit
tell of Philadelphia, with a number of the
"Museuu," monthly publication of great
merit, devoted to the subjecs of foreign
Literature and Science. The number be-
fore us contains about 48o pages, octave
size, the paper is good and printing well ex-
ecuted. Mr.. Littell tine publisher of this
work, offers tito the public on advantageous
terms, viz at the moderate price Of Sc per
annun, payable in advance, } free ofpcstage.
We have been solicited by the publisher, to
receive subscriptions for this work, which
solicitation we cheerfully comply with. Per-
sons wishing to patronize this valuable work
will please call at our Office.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05

or want of foresight, we cannot denounce the per
son from whose error results our inconvenience,
as possessed ola depraved heart, neither should
we consider him as plotting our own injury. Ma
ny things are said and done without the least de-
sign Of producing the effects which flow. from
them. Actions are often performed by the inno-
cent without any deliberate consideration, and as
often owe their origin toa disposition to please or
amuse hut even the most scrutinizing examina-
ton into futurity cannot discover every evil that
might accrue from our actions: There are
events which may flow from our actions which
even conjecture. could not invent, much less
mans short sightedness, discover. Surely then
every forgiveness should be extended to those
who offend unintentonally.
| But however innocent our intentions may have
been, and however great the call, we may make
! for forgiveness, yet whenever We have offended,
| be it in what way it may, we are bound by prin-
ciples of Justice and honor to make ain acknowl-
edgment Of our mistake, and to solicit the par.
don of those we have injured. Few men WilEbe
satisfied with the excuse which verbal or writ
ten exposition of your intentionsavll give. We
are bound to make restitution for all injuries
which we inict, as far as lies in our power.
As have been informed, that my mentioning 4
particular individuals name, ina former commu-
nicaton, has caused some unpleasant feelings, !
deem it duty which owe. that gentleman, to
inform him that my intentions were far from pro-
ducing the slightest emotion ofpain to him, or OF
making him an object. of ridicule and derision.
5 feel extremely sorry that single line or word
. which have written should have offended hin
or any person else. And willie make known
! the innocence ofmy intentions in this bricf way,
S would with due promptitudc, beg The gentlena"'
!. pardon most sincerely.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
Mr.. Davenport's School.

The Subscribers havlng attended the late Ex-
animation of Mr. Davenpor,'s School, are hap
py TO state, that the exhibitions given by the
scholars in Reading, Spelling, Writing, and En-
glsh Grammar, were such as to confer much
honor on both Teacher and Scholars.
The discipline of the School, the respect and
apparent affection of the scholars for their In.
structor, impressed us very favorably as to his
skill in gorernment-no mean part Of a Teachers
qua ications.
From what we have heard Of his careful atten.
tim to the morals of his pupila-l'is willingness
when parents request it, to instruct the chill
tren in ,hcCatcchisms ofther respective church,
es, and his general dcvotedness 10 the business
of his charge, we cannot but regret the scanty
patronage which his School has hitherto receiv-
ed and express our ardent desire that all Insti-
tution so well managed, may meet with more
general attention and support
E. w Gilbert,
George lines,
Allan Thomson
Robert Porter
March 4, 1925. 51--4p.
The above School is now taught in the Academy
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
Medical Society of Delaware.

VIyi!E Members of the Medical Society are res
A pectfully in!ormed'that the annual meeting
of the Socielywil be held at Wilmington, on the
second Tuesday in May, t1uth of the non'l).
l. As the Bo,ri of Examiners will meet al the
same time and place, candidates fra iafense to
practice medicine in this state will have an OPP
portunity of presenting themselves for eAanfina-
tion. :.
The members ofthe So'ety, and those OF the
Board puricnla, ly, are d. sired punctua!y TO at
tend, as business of Importance will lie brought
before them for consideration.
J FVAUGHAN, NJ. d, Scc'rV.
April 18Th, 1926. 3o-'m.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
Cheap Dry Goods.

T>HALKLEY soMERS has just opened at No.
" 48. Market street, between Jos. C. Gilpin's
and Newln 8. Wcolston's, an elegant assortment
of Domestic and Foreign Dry Goods, among
which are the following, viz: superiine and low
priced Cloths and cassimeres, Yigonia Cassi-
meres and Cassinets, Irish Linens, Long Lawns
and Linen Ca.nbricks, Irish Sheeting, Grapes
and silks, Grape and Silk shawls, superior fash.
ionable Stripes for Pantaloons; Sup. Calicoes and
Painted Muslins, with general assortment o.
Domestic Sheetings, shirtings, Plaids, Stripes
Checks, Tickings, Pittsburg Cords and Denims
&c. all of which will be sold, wholesale or retail
at the lowest cash prices.
Nav 3, 1925. 32-ft p
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
DOMESTIC SUMMARY.

A premium of so dollars is offered by a
gentleman in N. York for the best essay on
the inheritance of the Sabbath being eonsid-
cred merely as q civR institution.--Mr.
Samuel Pooley, a native citizen and mcchan-
ic of N York, has finished complete set
of knives and forks, with all the appcndages
of dinner apparatus, which, with two pair
of razors, and several smaller knives, scis-
sors, &c. are contained in a small box not
inches square. The pen-knives are compo-
sed of 10 distinct pieces, and the largest
weighs 4. 10ths of a grain. The whole are
intended as present to the President of the
U. States---A ship of 1000 tons burth
Ell is about to be built at Baltimore; and up
wards of 300 buildings, many of the first class,
are about to be erected in that city,
The riggcrs at Baltimore, have fixed the
price of their work at 81 so per day.
Upwards of S55, 900 have been subscribed
for erecting monument to Gen. Warren,
on Bunker Hll.--Prcsident Monroe's
debts, which we're computed at 100000, it
is now said do not amount to more than half
of that sum; and it is added that he has
1000 acres of land in Albemarlc CO. Va. for
part of which he has been offered 90 dollars
| per acrc.--A Mr.. Van Swearinger, a
person in the employ of Majo Chairs, the
contractor, has been lately murdered in the
Indian country by two Indians, supposed te
be Scmnoles.--A ball had passed into hi:
head, and another into his breast.--The
stock of the new Bank of Southwark, has al
been taken; during the three days OH which
the books we're opened, about $50 shares
were taken on the first day; 5000 on the I'd
and the residue on the Sd. Such was thu
pressing anxiety to obtain the stock, that
4 4. ~ ~
cxcrtions he made, and bruises received, II
attempting to get up to subscribe.-Ih
benefit of Mr.. Jefferson, of the Phila. Thea
tire, on the 18th ult. amounted to $500
a Baker in n. York advertises bes
bread of superfine Flour, as follows: a loa
76 ounces for one shilling: one of 38 ounce
for 6 pence: one of 10 ounces for 8 pence. Ry
-four bread, 119 ounces for the shilling, )
ounces for 6d.--Thc University of Yer
mont, at Berlington, that was lately burned
is about to be rebuilt on more extendc
scale. 1t is contemplated to erect two brio
: cdi(itcs of three stories high, and rs tet
long, and a centre building of so feet from
and d stories high.---The people OF Geore
ia are about to engage in the election OF
governor by a popular vote for the hr'
i time; that officer heretofore having bee
: chosen by the Legislature. The prescI
!, Gov. Troup, and the former Gov; Clarl
are the candidatcs.-Jarcd Chanblee hi
+, been committed to Raleigh Jail, charge
/; with numbering Edwin X. Lyle. They ha
$ ouarrcllcd about some money matter, whic
y led to fight, that ended in the death of tt
:, latter. Chamblee is said to have beatt
y Lvle with piece of fence rail or gait pos
until he was unable to move; and from Il
% wound. and bruises received, he shortly a
Y ter died.-A new map of the State OF Vi
gina is completed, on a scale of miles to
+ inch. The whole State contains an area
65 ,e24 square miles.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
Borough Election
MEDLEY.

The following gentlemen were duly. elect
cd Burgesscs, Council, &c. &c. by the Citi
zens of this Borough on Tuesday last the 6tl
inst.
lar Burgess.--James NJ Kcan.
2nd Burgess ss,-Iames Sordon.
Councik-Robert Porter,
William Seal,
Vim. Chandler,
James Price,
James Candy,
J.sF. Clement,
Jacob Alrich,
Joseph c. Gilpin,
Eli Hills,
William G.. Jones,
John .M'Cluny,
John Patterson,
Samuel Wood.
.fssessor.-isaac Hendrickson.
Treasurer.--AllanT Thomson.
High Constabte.-Park Mason.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
For the Wilmingtonian.

Mssrs Edifms--Suifcr the humble writer of
none would more unwillingy "wouud the. feel
in-s of the fair" than he. fever such charge
could be applied to any of his eiiiisions, he IS
unconscious Of his guilt. If in thc following
lines, single word is contained, which would
convey the least improper idea, he is ignorant
of it. Permit him to add, in the sincerity of
his heart that he abhors, as much as any one
can, any composition, prose or p1etry,--ne
matter on what subiect--which colta,ns indel-
icate or immoral allusions: for, he sfuily aware
of their pernicious tenlency-and, no such com
position, however elegant its style, should be
countcnanced by publishers of Journals.
Yours &c. W. M.
TIE VISIT TO THE PRINTING OFFICE.
As when Apollo led the tinefil baud
Up Science hill, to view the flowry land,
And stops at Iiclicon, to take their fill
Of the pure stream that gurgled from the hill;
So "Master Samuel" as he led the throng
Of Wilmingtonia's beauteous maids along,
Stopp'd on his road to learning, here to scan
The bold ingenious works of skilful man.
With smiling cheeks the lovely nymphs admire
Press the achIe sheet, and of the cause inquire
Mark the impressions which the types impart,
As virthe's signet stamp the unstain'd heart.
The modest JULIA, whose exalted mind
Receives impressions, as the sheet, rcfin'd;
inquiries of all the "Curious Art' unfolds,
And thanks for all her bcautcous eye beholds.
And Miss K-R--, intelligbly hics
Around, and feasts her intellectual eyes;
Pleasing are pieas'd, and urge their gentle
claims,
To view, in type, their lovely female names.
Miss A-no less her modest praise bestows
On all the treasures which the art disclose:
inquiries when first the noble art began
What place invented-by what magic man.
Miss E-J-, anxious to ,mridde all,
Surveys, with curious eye, the pond'rous bell,
And seems surprised, to view it swiftly whirPd,
Like the full moon, revolving round the world
Miss P, tho last, not least, in her desires
To comprehend the art she much admircs,
Now seeks to anaze the sable ink,
And types, compos'd of bislnuth, lead and zinc
The muse has not half sung the youthful dame:
For want of knowing their respective names'
But STILL the muse the need shall give to none
Unless to alto each--to er'ry one.
Still may Columbia's lovely female race,
With Arts and Science seek their minds t
| grace;
And TV7lmiagfon-O may thy fame arise,
With 'Master Samuel" tow'ring to the skies
WILMINGTON MINSTREL.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
Spring Goods.

YUVHE Subscriber having rccently commenced
the DRY GOODS business in w lIning'on. at
No. 81, Market Street, three door ADORE the far-
mers' Bank, and immediately opposite Ar. James
stock of Cloths and Cassimeres, added thereto an
extensive assortment of SPRING Goods, OF cholc-
est sele ctions, which he will sell on the most lib
eral terms. =.
William B. Tomlinson.
W;,m;nq,on. Anril 9TH, 1925 28-2mp.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
Wilmington M ~ end 1925.
: For Sale,
The Farm and Cotton Factory,

Situated on Pike Greek, in Mill Creek hundred,
County of New Castle, bejn the property Of Ma.
ry Cluse. The Farm contains sixty acres OF land
with good Stone House and four Cottages, a
Burn and stable, and an excellent Orchard. In
the Factory are about $50 spindles viii, the re-
-quisite preparations The stream OF water is sui
4icient to drive much larger number ofspindles
For further particulars, enquire of
WIN. G.. Dorsey,
At the Wilmington Hotel, or on the Premises.
May 5th, 1925. SIT
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05

CARDs.-We will inform such of our fel-
low citizens as are engaged in Mercantile, Manu-
featuring and Mechanical pursuits, that we have
a variety of neat and well-fnshed type for Cards,
and can execute any order for this article in
style and with beauty unexcellet. We have
also number of representations which can be
placed upon the card of those who may admire
them.
Also, printed in the neatcst manner,
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
Groceries and Liquors;

Such as Sugar. Coffee, Mo,asses. Pepper, Aispice,
Gihger, Nutmegs, Flax and Salts; tim. mum
nrandv and shirts -l5 Barrels OF NJ IS Pork,
Is ditto pf No. 1 and 3 NackaTe!, which with all
the above articles, will be sold low for cash or
accep.ances. ,o, 20 o.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
DXNNDENN.

The President and Dire tors OF the Bank OF
Delaware, have this day declared dividend of
ten dollars per share, Of the capital stock. pay
able 10 the Stockholders or ;heir legal repre-
senta'ives. on or after the 10th inst.
BY order Of the hoar'l,
Edward Worrell, Cash.
Wilmington May Sra 1926.
S2--4t.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
WANTED.

A Journeyman Cabinet Maker, having good
knowledge of his business; such one will re-
ceive employment by application to the subscr'-
ber No. 81 shipley Street.
JOHN FERRIS Jun.
mo. 1o-3o--tf
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
REMOVAL.

gRoHN WRIGHT respectfully informs his
~ Friends and the Public in general, that he
has removed his Store from the south side of the
I.ower Market house to thu corner Of Front and
Market streets, where he intends keeping gen
eral assortment Of
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
TO the Editors ofthe Uilmingtonian.

A mans heart or principles cannot always pc
determined by his actions. The intention OF the
end of his actions should at all tunes De taKeh IN
to consideration. 1t is true that the Purest III
tentinns are oftentimes productive of fmeasures
eYtremely Injurious and iriitatingi but while we
labor under the consequences Of Reconsideration
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
MARRIED,

At Marcus-EIook, Pa. on Thursday, 2Sth ult.
by the Rev. Mr.. Walker, Mr. JonS CouNTTss to
Miss SARAH ANN Llsros, both of Wilmington.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
EEAND-BrLLs, NoRsE-u1LLS &
B1ElAlAAs1 s11SlftzaS9
'Of every description.

New beginners in business, and those who have
lately removed from old stands, will find it much
to their advantage to have fe =; cards to inform
their friends and customers of the circumstance.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05

.~eatcr willingness to adhere to the tenor
If his instructions than Commodore rorser'
:, every enterprise his conduct has been
.,r;ct and undertaking which has never
s,;,.d to secure to him the marked approba-
ton of the executive.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
WHEEL w RIGHTING.
To Farmers and Others.

In Market street have sal up,
Where wish you all to stop
For Uheel,wight ,vo,1 of every kind,
Both Cheap and Good, by me designed
About two squares from Baly's Inn,
My shop is plainly to be seen,
Adjoining the Stone Cutters Yard
Where you'll find me working hard
At Wagons, Carts, Ploughs ami Iiarrowsi
Also, Rakes and good Wheelbarrows.
Here wish you all to see
My name, sign it
James N.sKee.
JIr:y,,; ;urton. snr;I IN, 1925. 28--4f.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
Notice to Stockholders

Notice to Stockholders.
An election will b. held al the Blnking house
of the Bank of Delaware, on "Wednesday the
FIRST day of June next, between the hours of two
anl FIVE o'clock in the afternoon, for nine Direc-
tors for the ensuing year.
/ BY order ofthc Directors
.. Edward Worrcll, Cash'r.
Wilmington May 3rd 1925.
3! S2--4t.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
DRY GOODS.

Such as Cloths, Cassioers, sattnrts, Ho,nba-
ze,ts, Flanneis, c C.lcaes t,inFhams. Vrstings,
Irish linens; Camhricks and o,l'er fine Musns,
&c Sc Domestic plads, stripes Pittsburgh cords,
Iickngs, Checks; also Shirtings and Shee'inngs
ofyarious descriptions &c all OF which they offer
on reasonable terms
4 Mo 28th 182a-31-3m.
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05
NEW STORE.
HuZby s. Bassett

Respectfully inform their friends and the
public, that they have just opened New Store,
No. 62, NIarkct-strcet, Wilmington,
NJ xt door to General Woife's Hotel, where they
have and intend Keeping aeenera assortment Of
The Wilmingtonian, and Delaware register., 1825-05-05

ntr1
s.;,.I TO secure to him the marked approba-
t;on of the executive.
Accounts have been received at Charles
ron s. c. from Cuba, dated 10th April, which
..ates that Spanish conveys had arrived
there, with 1000 troops; part OF which were
,roueht by French frigate and brig OF war
A,the time of writing, the correspondent adds
hat there were four English frigates lying in
that harbor.
Bv the Packet Ship Edward Quesnel, at
New York, in 81 DIS. from Havre, various
;t,ms of intelligence have been received
from the Continent, which will be found
ia our columns to-day. They are however,
MT calculated to excite any unusual degree
of interest; but merely detail the passing
occurrences of the day.
Boston paper gives the following, as the
comnarative difference between the proper
lions Of two extraordinary personages OF thai
city.
h1o;or Joschh Stevens, height 39 3-4 inch
es weight SO pounds; breadth across th'
shoulders 9 1-2 inches; aged 81 years.
Mr.. Richsrd Stevens, usually called Big
nick height feet 81 inches; weight so!
mounds; circumference round the chest,
feet inches; aged SO years.