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Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08

but in both wood and water. Had they
not succeeded in the engine to which
they were attached, it would have been
necessary to have supplied their place
by a boiler, twenty-five feet at least, in
length; the saving of force and weight
is, therefore, three fourths Of what it
would have been on the old plan; and
instead of cord of wood which would
have been consumed in four hours,
there is now used but two feet in the
same space oftime-the saving ofwood
is, therefore, three fourths; and last,
but most important, instead Of con-
densed mass Of scalding vapour con.
stantly threatening death and destrue.
ton, there is now used but the small
quantity Of steam that can be generated
from four cubic inches of water-and
the simplest, the cheapest and the most
powerful, but heretofore dreaded, high
pressure engine is made perfectly safe
in its use and occupation We do not
say that it is absolutely impossible for
the generators to burst, Blu. were they
to do so, no person would be injured
unless by piece projected esom it, and
then so carelessly must they have been
constructed, that jury Of the country
could hardly help convicting their ma
ker Of premedilated manslaughter.-
As the public are apt to Judge Of the
success Of an experiment more from
appearances than examination, we are
sorry that the boat did not move with
the velocity that was anticipated-but
the fact is, that the engine was intend
ed to move paddles Of but twelve feet in
diameter, instead Of which, by an al
iteration in the boat, it becam. neces-
sary to substitute paddles Of fifteen
feet; as it is they revolve seventeen
times in minute, carrying the tooat
full seven miles in an hour-while the
Clermont, Fulton's first boat, went
scarcely five miles in the same time
1t should be remembered, too, that by
first applying the invention to the pro-
polling OF vessel, the most difficult
method has been chosen Of testing its
power; and yet, with the peculiar Oh
stacles it has had to encounter, We are
assured not doubt can exist with re-
gard to it in the mind of any one at all
conversant with the matter. We be-
lieve another era is about to take place
in steam enginery, that will rank the
name Of Babcock with the illustrious
one of.Watt,"
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08
STEAM NAVIGATION TO EUROPE.

We published, says the Boston Dali
Iy Advertiser, extracts from twolettrs
which render it almost certain that the
project for steam communication be-
tween Europe and America, by way Of
London, Valentia in Ireland, Halifax,
and New York, will be carried into Ell.
feet early in the next season. The His
lance from Valentia, the most westlrIy
port in Europe, to Halifax, is abut
24oo miles. From London to Vale4ia,
by way of Bristol and Cork, is aRut
$50 miles, by way of Liverpool nd
Dublin $40, and by the British Chanhl
700. From Halifax to Boston. is 40
miles, and to New York, $50. Tie
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08

The Canandaiga Repository says,
owe learn that a boat, called Noah's
.Ark, and freighted with all manner Of
animals and creeping things, will leave
the Jewish city Of Ararai, in the pro-
tession which goes TO New-York, TO
celebrate the "meeting of the waters"
N. York Eye. Post.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08

New Orleans, Sep 6,-Within few
months, we believe more than 100 per-
sons have arrived here from Havana,
on their way to settle in Mexico. Tits
not improbable tina, yet greater num-
Der of persons from Cuba have reached
Mexico BY other routes. AS the Span
iards, or descendants of Spaniards, are
naturally reserved with strangers, we
have not ascertained the precise cause.
or causes, of those migrations: we
guess. however, the present uncertain
political state of Cuba, and The iron
woke of the beloved Ferdinands officers,
might come in for pretty large share.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08
TRIBUTE TO TALENT.

John Trumbull, the we'll known auth
or of MFingcl, now IS years old, late
" signifed his intention Of emigrating
from Connecticu', his native state, to
spend the remainder Of his days with
daughter at Detroit. AS soon as his
determination was known, the citizens
Fof Hartford determined on giving
public dinner, as suitable mode Of ex-
pressing the common feelings of re
greet which pervaded the town. sit
was an occasion, (says the Connecticut
Courant for laying aside all narrow
Thoughts, all little feelings, and extort-
ing warm expression OF concern and
sorrow at such parting, mingled with
wishes and prayers for the smiles OF
Heaven on the future days Of one 50
deeply loved and revered. AS the gen.
tlemen assembled, it was apparent that
it was not business Of common testl-
witty which called them together. The
true story was indeed written on every
CONFERENCE.-The they met to COM
memorate the departure Of friend, a
citizen, patriot-one rendered dear to
them by "wisdom, wit, and WORTH
displayed through a life now passed the
bourne Of three score years and ten
As Judge Trumbull descended from
the carriage s. was received by the Pre-
sident, these feelings were in every eye
save that indeed Of the object upon
which they fell. He entered the room,
and received the saluta,ions ofthe COM
pany with that same serenity for which
he has always been remarkable. When
seated at the table his eye kindled
and sent along the company its cheer;
ing influence. This was SO striking
as to suggest the elegant and appro'
pirate sentiment of Professor Clerc,
given below.
Among the toasts were the following
BY the President-May our friends
of the West, greet with affection and
respect the WISDOM, WIT AND WORTH,
by which their grateful brethren on the
shores Of the Atlantic, have been en-
lightened, cheered and benefited.
By the Notwithstanding pro-
gress Of Genius-its course is West
ward.
By G. Sigourney, Esq.-7He natural
aristocrocyef intellect and virtue-may
it be the only distinction which shall
ever successfully lift its head amid the
republican institutions of our country.
By Gen. Johnson-OW 6sloUed Poet:
as hHSaides away towards the setting
sung may he rest in Elysium, crowned
with immortal garlands and cheered
by zephyrs, through the evening Of
well spent life:
BY Mr.. Clerc-I have no ear for
poetry, butt can believe its excellence,
because Lean see it speaking through
the eyes of our Venerable Guest.
The tfiisconstruction of law terms is
sometimeSnot unamusing, and mis-
take committed by an Irish officer,
who was recently tried for an alledged
assault, appears TO US extremely char.
aeteristic. AS the jury were coming
o-be sworn, the Judge addressed the
Major, told him, that If there were any
them to whom he had any
objection, that was the time to chal
enge them. @Ithank your LoMship,"
said the prisoner, shut with your Lord
ships permission, I'll defer that cere-
nony till after my trial, and if they
ion't aequit me, BY the pipe Of Lem.
ter, I'll challenge every mothers son OF
hem, and have 'em out too"
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08

AdouJle headed and double tailed Snake
has been killed near Natchez. 1t is a.
bout eight inches in length, and has
two perfectly formed heads, and two
tails--its body is Of natural size and
shape, and its two heads, which are a.
bout the same size, are attached to
different necks OF exactly the same
appearance and conformation.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08
LORD cocHRANE AND THE GREEKS

A london paper Of the 10Th Aug.
mentions that Lord Cochrane's exer-
tons are to be employed in dismantling
the Turkish fortresses on the Asiatlc
Coast, and those on the European side
of the Streights and in the Islands, in
LAYING the open towns Of the Turks
under contribution, and interrupting
their commercial and military commu-
nicationS.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08
SINGULAR MODES. OF KILLING ALI.
GATORS.
From IrareLs in South .9merica, by ". b.
iSfe,e71s0uo

SINGULAR MODES OF KILLING ALI.
From Irarels in South .9merica, by W. d.
iSferenson."
The river Of Guayaquil, and the
creeks that empty themselves into it,
abound with alligators, lagartos, or Ca
monies, so much so, that on the banks
where they lie basking in the sun. they
appear like logs Of wood thrown up by
the tide, and are so unapprehensive OF
danger, that canoe or boat may pass
very near to them without their being
disturbed; when basking in this man.
ner they keep their enormous mouths
open, and owing to the color of the
fleshy substance on the inside Of the
lower jaw, as well as to musky scent
which accompanies their breath, great
numbers Of flies are allured to enter
their mouth, the upper jaw of which,
when sufficient number are collected,
suddenly falls own,and the deluded in
sects are swallowed.
/ have frequently seen the lagartos
eighteen or twenty feet long. They
feed principally on fish, which they
catch in the rivers, and are known
sometimes to go in companies of ten or
twelve to the mouths of the small ri
vers and creeks, where two or three as
cend while the tide is high, leaving
the rest at the mouth; when the tide
has fallen, one party besets the mouth
of the creek, while the other swims
down the stream, Tapping their tails,
and driving the fish into the very jaws
of their deyourers, which catch them,
and lift their heads out of the water to
swallow them.
When these voracious Creatures can
not procure a sufficient quantity Of fish
to satisfy their hunger they betake
themselves 10 the savanras, whre they
destroy the calves and faals, la'king a.
bout during the day, and seizlg their
prey when asleep at night, which they
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08

II is stated in an anonymous letter, puslish-
,d id the Arkansas Gazette, that anattempt
has been made by desperate VILLAIN to muir
der the Commandant Of Cantonment Towson,
in that Territory. The murderer armed h Inn
self and fed to the woods, defying the civil
authority, and threatening death to any per-
,on who might attempt to arrest him.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 1925.

Letters have been received in Philadelphia
from stockholm, dated the I'd OF Aug which
state that the claims of the United States had
been arranged with Sweden, and that Mr.. Coz
ounelthe gentleman appointed to conductthe
negotiation, had left that capital.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08

The New.York races commenced on Mon
day the Sd inst. Several matches were run
on the first day, ono ofwhich was between the
Virginia Colt Lafayette and an Eclipse flly-
the latter was victorious. The second day,
Mrtilld. Virginia mare, started against the
New.York horse Noonshine, for purse of
500 dollars, four mile heats-here Virginia
triumphed with great ease.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08

Nv a late census Of the inhabitants Oh
Charleston, South Carolina, it has been ascer'
that city; 1,S1O Of which are denominated
.4iarm Men, and are ready to meet call to
arms at minutes warning. Great improve
ments have recently taken place in the mill
tary arrangements OF Charleston, attributable,
it said, to the late visit of the great La Fa-
yette.-A like effect, from the sane cause,
has been produced throughout the country.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08

The fare all the lines of Communication
between Philadelphia & New York have been
reduced to two Dollars, which is less than one
ha,fofthe fare between Alexandria and baltl-
more, while the distance between the former
places is more than double that between the
latter. In the first, however, there is compe-
tition-in the last, a monopoly.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08

The Boston papers state that the President
Of the United States will commence ms nome
yard Journey about the 18th or 18th inst.' hls
presence being required in Washington on the
Goth.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08

Judge noah ofths Advocate informs US 'na'
/. new company has been organised Tor the
purpose of raising the British fngate huss0''
sank at Hell Gate during the revolutionary
war A Major Bayard, whose skill and expe-
-;eDce are said to be competent, IS to be the
engineer. The failure of former attempts is
.,,r;bu,ed to a deficiency of means; but now
The mos. ample provision of funds has been
made. and the Judge predicts the complete
success of the company. Itwould Mt once De
, novel, and appropriate, and an imposing
spectacle, could the long buried "mis'resS Oh >,
.be ocean" be called fromthe "vasty Deep
and made to thunder the grand signal tor the
gathering together of the scattered t'oe 0'
BENJAMIN. 1t would, indeed, be suonme
miracle, worthy the sef'creased Sess'GN anu
Judge oflsrael
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08

The great New.York celebration OF the
meeting ofthe waters, will probably take place
ON the 18th inst. that being the anniversary OF
the day on which Columbus landed in 'merl'
ca and CORVALLIS surrendered his army at
YORK Town, to Washington and La Fayette'
Every thing has been done to render the &C.
remonies worthy ofthe important occasion.-
Among other preparations, a contract mas
heen made to have thirty-two Founders plant
I'd. six miles apart, on the entire line OF Canal
from Buffalo to Albany. A salute VIII De
commenced the instant the water OF Lake T.
r;e is let through the lock, & be continued oy
successive discharges. for the whole distance
The order Of firing win then he reversed and
continued back from Albany to the Lake. al
fording salute unparalleled in history. Inc
length ofthe Canal is $50 miles: that divided
BY six gives so, which viii be the number OF
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08

Ha,pes Ferry, Oct. 5.-Col. ALERT
and his corps of Engineers have arrir-
ed at this place, and resumed their du-
ties in the survey of the Potomac river.
They will probably reach Washington
in the course Of four or FIVE weeks.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08

The Freeman's Journal commences an ac-
count Of distressing accident, which recent
" occurred near Philadelphia, with the fol-
lowing sentence
ga small bog pas persuaded By his pIayfei-
lors TO Get on horse, who tied his legs by a
cord underneath the animal"
Quge9-were the legs of the small boy, or
of the horse tiedl And who tied them'-The
boy-his playfellows, or the horse himself!
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08

Two gentlemen arrived in New York
on Tuesday, who left Detroit on the
9th ul,. at 5 o'clock, P. NJ. in the
steam brig Superior; thus completing
the Journey in six days and ten hours,
travelling the whole distance by the usu-
al conveyance-steam boats and stages.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08

The North American Review men
tons that the government OF the Unit
ed States has lately revived the nego-
tiation with Naples, in reference to
Murat's spoliations, and that MIR. J. j.
Appleton has been despatched to Ma
Piles as a Special Agent for The purpose.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08

cannon. Allowing two MINUTES for each gum
including the passage Of sound, two hours
will be required to communicate TO the cisl'
Gems of Albany that the gallant bark has de-
parted from one Ocean, to sail, over the tops
of mountains, into another. And in two
hours more the congratulations of the thou
sands at Albany, will be carried back to then
friends at Erie. Thus in the short space Oh
four hours, the joyful news will have travelled
overt the enormous distance Of seven hundred
and twenty miles
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08
Extract from gentleman at Prairie du Chen,
to the editors ofthe Herald, Gated
Haugusf 90, 1925.

"The treaty at this place terminated
yesterday. All the objects con,empla-
ted, are successfully accomplished
Peace has been concluded between the
hostile tribes, and boundaries AMIGA
bly, and permanently established. Such
treaty has never been before held by
any civilized nation with the Indian
tribes-a treaty in which nothing was
asked of them, and in which the Uni
ted States appeared like guardian, TO
settle their mutual difficulties, and to
prevent the recurrence Of hostilities.
IL will form an era in our Indian rela-
tons. Who does not rejoice to see his
country engaged in such work."
In postscript to the above letter, we
are informed that Gov. Cass and Gen.
Clark would leave the Prairie on the
9 lst ult. on their return.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1825-10-08

course from Halifax to New York,
Boston, is almost in a right
line, and is something nearer than the
most direct course by water. 1t is
computed that the passage by steam
navigation from Valentia to Halifax
will not exceed fourteen days, anc 1t
will probably be accomplished IN a
shorter time; from London TO Valentla:,
by way Of Bristol, little more than
two days; from Halifax to New York in
three DAYS, and from Halifax to Boston
in two days; making for the whole pas
sage of $500 miles, from London TO
Boston, eighteen days a, most, and Tor
favourable passages, sixteen days. The
passage to New York being 2lo miles
longer, will require one day more. The
directors of the Company in London
have published pamphlet setting forth
the nature, practicability, and advan'
tages Of the undertaking. They refer
to the principal seas where steam navl'
| cation has been successfully employed
for practical proof that it is equally a
| dapted to the open sea as TO inland wa
tiers. The tempestuous seas OF the
Irish and English Channels are now
regularly crossed, in all weathers, by
the vessels in the service of the Pos
Office, as well as by private ships. /
| is stated that in the violent storm o
the 2ad November last, which was ex
ceedingly destructive to the shipping
and sea defences on the shores OF The
Channel, the Milford steam packet wa
out during the whole Of the gale, ant
made good her passage to Dunmor'
without any injury So regular is The
passage of the steam vessels across th'
irish sea, that is common to slansshh::cc
beef in Dublin, for sale next day il
the market of Manchester, so mile
distant.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1825-08-19
FOR THE EMO UIRER.

"Rs at aunian and that YOU may o, break Gus
tom. do without wit: BY this method. will gain
deshe point, which is, wholly the my
menisn-
Is not this the language in which " Masor of
TO- will reply to the ratings put forth in late
Enquirer by Monticello if he shall not think it
time mspent to reply at all, to these as well as
to the many other impertinences OF the anuoy ers
of the public peace, and the public press who style
themselves the &c Friends Of Reform''? There was
room to hope, that these sell-appointed trustees
of the public liberty would derive so little benefi;
from their trust, as not to make it the means OF
acquiring better names than the world is disposed
10 give them : but when we hear man talking
about com5ustibie differences dgqiJiSf n,ofiues -
asserting that ii the principle by which the Conven-
ton will govern ITSELF be correct, he shall not
trouble his conscience about its eEpediencyt and
calling himself q" Monticello in the same breath it
passes our skill TO tell how he came by the title
Unless indeed, he owes it TO such left-handed
accident as'happened at Paddy's christening where
his dog Dennis was present.
Down, Dennis, said she,
So Dennis Bugruddcty tiey ohrI.tcncd me"
II Is not my purpose 10 notice the arguments of
This writer, Che seems TO think lie has urged some
but merely TO say something that shall restrain his
noisy interruption Of a discussion which engage.
the abiest talents of the country. do not express
the sentiments of one man, (he may be sure OF it,
vixen recommend him to silence, until he has
improved, well his manners as his style: il may
be apparent even him, it is TO all Others, that
he can derive no title from the impression he has
made on the public mind, of his own abilities and
public services 10 denounce the author Of " Mason
an uneasy meddier, or to ascrbc 10 him, any
disposition las he elegantly phrases it, to move in
troubled waters, and 10 kick before he is ssuned -
Look you, Mr.. Dennis Monticello, ait qu0cuHque
aiO HomiHe rocariS; look you at the absurdy of
the charge, (for even yoa must see it)-' Mason Of
49, or Benjamin Watkins Leigh, (the gratitude Of
his admirer may excuse him for indentifying the
names,) is defending that constitution, which, in
his own eloquent language, has 50 long preserved
his country free, tranquil and heppy:''--he is re-
mindng his fellowcitizens too prone, alas!to forget
them, Of those maxims Of conduct bcqueathed to his
children by Georgs Washington: he remembers
that nc strong man, who dashed the Temple into
ruin, was blind wen as strong and he has devoted
himself guard its revered portal against every az
erosion. And do you, Dennis, expect the public
ito believe you, when you charge this msn, who
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1825-08-19
CCEIEM'S

Lottery ) Erchdnge- Office, IA, .Market-street,
BALTIMORE;
Where al the Great Capitals sold the Grand State Lot
tery Which completed few DAYS ago Ind .,ier.
MORE CdP!7iL PRIZES HIVE BEEN SOIL
THAN At Any OTHER OFFICE IN AMERICA
u Orders from any part Of the United States, or Ter
r'oies by na (pos Pai) by pirate ccaveya,ce
enclosing the cash prizes any lotteries c meet fhe
same prompt aud PEnctuai Geor i on pcrsoaal az
PfIcatioH, 7fdressedto j. COHEN Jr.--Bdi.inlore.
1y CoHEN'S GaEeftss and Lottery Register which,
will be published Immediately after the drawing will contain
the complete List Of Prizes and will be forwarded cyas to
all who purchase their tickets COHEN OFFICE and
VIII" signify their wish 10 receive the same.
baltimore, August . 825. SI-11S
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1825-08-19

WAS COMMITTED, 10 the jail Of Ffedcrek ooun,v Y,
w runaway, negro eGnsn who call. bes.elf Nj
sud s7y' she The property 81 Isaa Franklin cf Tenncoe
Jane = about 30 or 20 years &c age feet or Ave nsbs
mgh dlrk complexion had when committed 81, ned
cotton dre. The requested 70 come and ale ber
away, o. shc vii be dali with The law directs. -
A1rdt q S.~.,i2.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1825-08-19
Rrich Tnrern ~ NaIe.

TEVIlE above u, with its appuuen'nces, situated in e
VILLAGE at Charlotte Courthouse, viii he offered fr s,te ~
h place public auction the first MONDAY IN October
being d,y This property situated 10 "a arpesbe
thrifty wiling aud IN wealthy neghbouhcod The Tavern
house large and commodore with ~ the necessary Dutch ue.
Terms aud three equal annual Payment. from ,,e
date of the pu,soon, which will be- given on The an Ia,
OF December next. BOnds with approved rerru,l srr,
fty, security the property will be required ifta tavern
n sold the day Of sale, viii then be offered Tor lease
for q term Of ytsrs.
For further nation apply 70 Henry A. or William NJ
Wakins. two Of tie proportions.
Ausuf 70. SI--w7e' THE PRoPRIEToRS.
The Edro Of the Peefsrrg fnteseuccr are requested
nset The above 're' er 5sr 'sr es>oil, y ih
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1825-08-19
RAW HIF0Y-

ENROM iht 'uiscribcr tAc SD June Last negro woman
named PATSY She r ~ or 20 year. Of ge very likely
mulo. purchased her IT Mr.. Charlie Picket Of Ghetto,
field in 1874. n possible she he lurking about Fred.
rickbr - hes 10 baud Moses sPpreh, ndc chat neil
bomhood y give Ten Dollars reward fcr her delivery 70
M. JOSHUA STORRS.
Meadow Bridge june -. Ii.-.H
The editor II the Fred, khurg Herald will please insert
the above four me and forward hts account This Office
90
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1825-08-19
coHEM,s OFFICE.

Rstnore-where all The Great Capital were old In tk .r
Grand STATE LOTTERY whehws drawn on the 27th iu-
y--vn The $4,000 Prize 10 gentleman in Pkladeih,c
the 10000 sent TO Pdyivania COusfy Yirgaiahe OoC
sold IN shares One Bafs to Warrsnon " Caroiiaa
One Quarter to CGs-eeH Court House, NJ Caoiisa ann M
remaining Quarter to New Yok-The Prizes were W.
fiously distributed.