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Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-07-26
AERONAUTIC NAVIGATION.

A memoir on the upward forces Of fluids, by
NJ. Genet, Of Albany, former minister of France
TO this country, contains among other projec-
tons, one for navigating the air with speed,
safety, and accuracy, upon scale which en-.
tirely throws in the dark the puny balloons Of
the present day. The weight Of the aronaut,
with itsappurtgances, is 10 be ls4oo pounds
leaving surplus levi,y for freight, pas
sengers, horses, and accommodations, OF Co.,
oe2 pounds.-The form Of the aronautis to
be derived from a combination of the shapes
Of birds and fishes. A laboratory is to be
prepared for the manufacture of hydrogen
gas, with which the balloon is to be inflated
A rudder, in the shape of the tail Of FISH, will
guide il in its course, while in calm weather
eight large fms of oiled silk will be worked
by two horses, traversing on horizontal wheel,
and giving to the whole forward notion
With favorable winds it will be borne along
with their own velocity, and when they are vio-
lently adverse a method is devised by which
the vessel can lie too with perfect ease. In case
Of rupture of the erostat, the extent of the
deck and platform are such. that, in combina-
ton with the air cutter and wings, they would
form an immense para chute, the "dowrfall OF
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-07-26
DRAWING OF THE
Fredericksburg Street Lottery,

Class for July 1885, upon the Alphabet System, secur
ed by letters patent under seal of the U. s.
We the Managers, having this day superintended
the drawing do hereby certify the following to be the
result viz. First the letters A, and B, deposited
in wheel, and the letter drawn out, which de-
cded agreeably to the scheme, that all the tickets be
ing 500) having them the drawn letter A. prices
aud they were accordingly deposited in one wheel.
and all the prizes above the lowest denomination in
another, when the numbers and prizes were drawn al
ternately against each other, as follows, viz:
No. $50 IS, 373 $500, l59 IS, 427 IS,
97l 500, 42e IS, ll3 500, s57 $40
753 800, 4le IS, 2o7 $40, 44s IS
45l IS, 7ol S., 81 s., 479 IS
256 IS, 1879 S62, $50 800, 69l IS
27l IS, e8l SIS, $40 IS, 757 $50
e97 IS, 543 SIS, 2s7 $40, 823 S.
225 $50, 81 IS, $40 IS
The 469 ticket, remaining in the wheel, having
them the drawn letter A. are each entitled TO prize
of t;po dollars The 500 tickets having on them the
letter B, are blank:
Witness our hands at the Town-Hall, in Fredericks
burg, this twenty -second day Of July, 1926.
RoRERT LEWIS, THOMAS Seldom,
JOHN Roy, ALcH'D HART,
WIN. F. GRAY, RoBr. S. CHEW,
ANTHONY BUCK, BEv. WEXFORD,
JOHN S. WEXFORD, JAMES WILLIAMS,
JOHN II. WALLACE.
July 26
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-07-26
AURORA BOREALIS.

A writer in late number OF the London Ma
gazine, has published new theory OF the Au-
rora Borealis, which has so long puzzled the
philosophers. After speaking Of the absurdi-
ty Of the exploded or absurd theories OF pre-.
ceding writer's, he refers TO the observation OF
Mr. Fisher upon the subject, who accompanied
Captain Parry 10 the arctic regions; and 1t is TO
the work of Mr.. F. that he says he Is indebted
for the suggestion of this attempt at an hypo-
thesis. In his accurate accounts OF the various
haloes, arcs, paraselena, sc. which he saw In
the dreary regions lie visited, he tells US that he
always observed, during their appearance, float
ing particles or crystals Of ice in the atmos-
phcre; which was also the case when the sun
FIRST appeared after its long absence, which
was visible, by refraction, three days before
it rose above the horizon. Now, consider
ing the great refracting power Of water eth
er in its fluid o. CONCEALED stale, and the
prismalic forms Of its crystals, thus evlnced
in an immense degree in the formation oil
these meteoric appearances, and at the same
time knowing the exhaling power Of the sun,
aided by the evaporation and expansion occa-
stoned by yolcanic aud subterranean fires, which
can raise vapour to almost any conceivable alti-
tude. is it too great stretch Of imagination TO
suppose, that minute crystals Of ice, may be sus-
pended at great height in the atmosphere, SUI
fciently high even to be exposed to the suns
rays, which Of course pass obliquely over the
globe, when the Arctic Circle is enveloped in
the Earth's shadow? If this could take place
the rays might be refracted by clouds Of the con-
gealed atoms towards the North Pole, s cause
the phenomenon Of the Aurora Borealis; and To-
wards the south in less degree, proportionate
to the supposed quantity Of floating crystals in
comparatively warmer region, forming the
Aurora Australis
The visible phenomenon then, is here consi-
dered 10 be an atmospheric reflection Of The re-
fraction Of the suns rays through floating
medium of chrys,alized water. And accord
ing TO this view Of the case, the various mo-
men'ary movements, extinctions, and re-illumi-
nations of the phenomenon, must be effected by
the rising, falling, sudden Capitalization, ex-
pansion, alteration Of form and aggregation Of
the minute chrys,als or atoms varied infinitely
by currents of wind, chemical and other causes
unknown.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-07-26

the machine would consequently be lighter than
feather"
To describe the minute arrangements and
reasonings upon which the author builds his
theory, would exceed our limits. The least if
not the most, that can be said of his schs is,
that it is ingenious, and, however practicable
it NAV be, the expense attending the cons;ruc.
ton of one Of his machines would be such that it
is no, probable t!.at it will ever be proved or
refuted. New' YORK. Times.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-07-26

mutual establishment, found theirnotices receiv-
ed with mutual satisfaction. General releases
were executed and exchanged; and need not
add, that all the blame for first fostering the
fame, and then casting ridicule and discredlt
upon the two families by being aiding and abet-
ting in its extinguishment, fell upon the lean
shoulders of the TWO Aunt Sallys.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-07-26

ins and tender heart; his most crue! torture in
solitude is, to have left behind him virgin
ofheaven," as he calls her; and during the nls n
when the pangs Of remorse seize him, he calls
unon her in signing, and bestows upon her the
most tender names.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-07-26
From the Philadelphia Gazette.
THE SEA SERPENT.

The Lynn Mirror says-'We understand this
parsonage has again made his appearance in
the vicinity Of Nahant; he was seen last Sunday
afternoon by several respectable gentlemen
Jour informants) inside Of Egg Rock, and one
of the gentlemen informs that he was at one
time within stones throw Of them, as they
were on the long Beach
MANY of the eastern editors seem to consider
the additional evidence offered this year in proof
of the existence of "this monster OF the deep"
as conclusive.-We have no opinion Of our own
on the subject, but We perfectly recollect that
when the "horse mackarel" was caught some
years ago, its cap'ors declared that lis appear
ance in the water was precisely that OF "lhe sea
SERPENT" as described by the numerous per-
sons who had been favored with sights Of the
Mialhan.
A writer in the New-York Statesman says,
and doubtless says truly, that the present ex-
citement which exists IN that city relative TO
moned concerns, "was occasioned by men who
have been playing a desperate game in Bonds
and fictitious paper; making, as tlle stumbling
term is, "heayy operations" out of nothing, and
shaving each other, until they were compelled
to raise the curtain and show themselves 10 the
public" This reminds Us OF an old gentleman
in New England who boosted that he had two
of the cutest boys in the world at making specu-
lalions. why" said he, "l'll lay you apisterssn
that if they be locked up in room together,
where they can see no other person to trade with,
they will make FIVE dollars piece by Swapping
clothes with each other" (.4L6any Daily .4do.
The ship Panthea, which fell over on the rail-
way at Salem, short time since, and received
great injury, has been riehteG by means Of
screws aud tackles, got of, and arrived into
dock.
A sale of Saxony Sheep took place at Brigh-
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-07-26

A sale of Saxony Sheep took place at Brgh-
ton, near Boston, on the 18th inst. The num-
Der consisted of | SO rams and 80 ewes, which
sold from 81 to 1867 so each. The whole a.
mount Of the sales was S4lOo, average nearly
SIS g. for each sheep.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-07-26
E,on, an English paper.

sKETcHEs.-iN AND OUT OF LOVE
Love is local. Many man owns the SOFT
;nneachment," as tenderly as Mrs. Malaprop
herself. in small village with nothing 10 listen
- I'm, mill-stream, who dreams not OF Cupid
in waterloo Place; and many maiden melts
at addresses by the seaside, WHICH she would
have treated with disdain in the centre OF this
inland metropolis. If the votaries OF Hymen
deny my position, will establish it by two nv
ing illustrations.
Tom Tempeton follows the law as an At'or'
new and Solicitor in Gray's-.nn. Tie may ge-
nerally be seen also on the fourth bench oil the
pit at the Opera-house, counting from the Or
chestra. He touches the violincello, and IN
singing, rather piques himself upon his falset-
to. Jane Brockman is the daughter Of Mr..
Giles Brockman, Policy Broker, living in one
of those remote squares, q think they call it
Mecklenberg,) that according to the most re-
cent discoveries, lie in cluster, like so many
Cvclade,, northward of the British Museum
Her father accidentally discovered the square
in question, when his gig was ,owed several
hundred leagues out of its course by an alright
ed steed on voyage along the New Road
Finding the air temperate, our adsenturer, in
esurviVing mutinsers from the
Boupt,{ "a colony there which those
W ID & e ff1|< tn lately describe as being
The Litchfield County post., 1826-08-22
DIED

In New-Hayen, on the 18th inst Mrs. Cath.
| arine A. Beers, wife of DIR. Timothy p. Beers
aged IS; on the 18th inst. DIR. John B. Haw
kins, Of Maryland, aged-He arrived in thi.
city few days, since on "a journey eastward
for the improvement of his health !; a child O
Mr.. William Davis, aged Is months.
At Auburn, on the S0th ult WILLIAM RAY,
Esq. the poet, aged 81. Mr.. r. was born in
this town, Dec. 9th. 177f, and gave
early indications of genius. The illusions OF
his pen have long rendered him celebrated
throughout our county. The history Of his
life was chequered with many remarkable in
cidents. In July 1908, at the age Of twenty
one he entered the naval service, and the same
year was taken prisoner by the Turks, and re-
manned a prisoner ia Tripoli for nearly two
years, enduring in the mean time all the hard
ships and privations usually attendant on that
savage captivity. On his liberation and return
to his native country he publishedh memoirs,
entitled tThe Horrors of slavery" in, which
was intermingled some Of his early poetical
illusions. Some of his fugitive productions
obtained for him considerable eclat 10 the
literary wcrld. During the late war with
Great Britain, he was appointed Brigade Quar-
ter Master, and was stationed at Piattsburgh.
He has lately published neat pocket volume
of his poems, which should be owned by eve
ry American patron of genius, particularly
as we presume, in becoming possessed Of it,
he will contribute to the relief of his widow
and daughters, who are left to struggle alone
in embarrassed circumstances.
At Durham, Mrs. johnson, wife of Capt.
John Johnsons aged about 70.
At the quarantine ground, Baltimore, on
the 96th ult. Midshipnan Edward 8. Lewis,
who was attached to the corvette Cyane, aged
%, son of Mr. Elisha Lewis, Of w-Haven;
he was very promising young man.
At New-L London, Lodowick Fosdick, Esq.
aged SO. He was a gentleman much respect
ed, and his remains were inferred with ma
sonic honours. s.et 2y ,e.,
The Litchfield County post., 1826-08-22
COLLECTORS NOTICE.

NOTICE is hereby given to all persons
Presidents and non-residents) who are
by law liable to pay taxes in thestown of
Litchfeld, that the subscriber has warrants to
collect q State. tax of. one cent on the dollar
and Town tax of four cents ON the dollar.
laid on the list for 1925. i
Twill attend at the places herein mentioned
to receive. the same. to wit, at the store Of
Edward Cowles the 18th, at the house of
Abraham Moss the 1 9th, at.the store sc Ar
will Morris the goth, at the house OF Stephen
Deming Esq. the 9lst, and at the house of
Capt. Aaron Bradley the 25th of September
next from one o'clock until six o'clock, p. M.
Of eacilof said days. AN persons. who do
not attend to this opportunity of paying their
taxes, may depend on paying the lawful trav-
cling fees CHARLES BUELL.,
Collector Of State and Io,cs tares.
Litchfeld, Aug. l6, 1896. 10
The Litchfield County post., 1826-08-22
NOTICE.

ME Hon. Court of Probate within ana
for the district of Sharon, has appoint
ed the subscribers, commissioners on the es-
tate OF Josiah Mansfield, late of Canaan in
said district deceased. represented insolvent.
and has limited, and. allowed, six months from.
this date forsthe creditors of saidy estate to
present their. claims to us for adjustment and:
allowance. We therefore give notice to all
persons concerned, that we shall attend to the
duties of our appointment, on the fourth Mon
day of September next, and on the first Wed
nesday of January next, at the Office of vii
liam nj. Burial, in said Canaan, at 8 o'clock
in the forenoon, on each Of said DAYS.
WILLIAM M. BURRAL.L,l Coans;s-
Il. SIMEON HIGLEY. s;oners.
Canaan, July 18th, 1926. 10
The Litchfield County post., 1826-08-22
NOTICE.

TNHE Court of Probate for the District oe
IL New-Milford, hath allowed six months
from the date hereof for the creditors to the
Estate Of w ~@rs
Rs DARIUS. JUDD, :
late of Kent, deceased, to exhibit'their claim
Tor settlement. Those who neglect to present
their accounts properly attested within said.
time will be debarred recovery.
Ahypersons indebted to said estate are re-
quested to make immediate payment to-
@ DAVID JUDD, administrator. $
E7 Kent, August IS, 1895. 10.
The Litchfield County post., 1826-08-22
MARRIED

In New-Haven on the 9th inst. by Leman
Chatfeld, Esq. Mr.. Daniel Curshong, to Miss
Jane Harrison. 49,.
t. In New-Haven, on Sunday last in Trinity
Church, by the Rev. Mr.. Croswell, Mr.. Jabez
B. Bull. of Pendleton, South Carolina, to Miss
Mary Ford, Of New Haven.
The Litchfield County post., 1826-08-22
RDS-GRASs SEED, AND
LUMBER.

THOSE Farmers who may have lost their
Il Seed by the drought, are reminded that
Fall sowing with Winter Grain Is getting into
se,--considered more sure and therefore pre-
sfcrable to Spring sowing. .s.#
Pine and Henlock Boards. l l-4in. Pine
Plank suitable for Sashes for saleat the Brick
Store of te 9a
74s JIG. &A. WADSWORTH.
N. B. A few Bbls. Country Gin and Cider
Brandy as above, also Ground Plaster con
stantly on hand. 10
The Litchfield County post., 1826-08-22

t mount that the American Church is abundant
ly able TO consecratc to these vbjects,--witll
the blessing of Heaven, is calcuIatedtO change
the moral condition of a nation from savage
barbarity to civil and religious liberty, where
Is the man, possessing spark Of philanthrO-
py, who would wish TO be found oppos;ng
cause so glorious and humane? Money en-
ployed in buying off the nations from the gall
ing chains of heather darkness and pagan su-
perstition, is well laid out; and we cannot
sympathize with those who not only close
their own purses against such calls of charity,
but who ridicule and oppose the labours of
those who feel something of the spirit of Him
who said, =" 1t is more blessed to give than to
receive" Heaven has smiled upon the cause
of missions, and blessed it as His own, and we
dare not,-nays we wish not, to be found in
the ranks of its enemies. 49,.
The Hon. RUFUs KING, late Minister to
England, and family, lately arrived at New
York, in the packet ship Acasta, from London.
-. Richmond dug. @.
Edrthquakes.-We understand, that two.
shocksaf an earthquake have been felt inthis
city: the first on Wednesday night about o
o'clock, was noticed by several persons with
out any communication with each other; the
other yesterday about 12 O'Clock.
Ne,c Paper.-A paper has just been started
again in Brooklyn, in this state, under the title
of " Windham County Advertiser" It is to be
edited by John Cray, Jun. and published by
Horatio Webb. It is a handsomely printed
paper-and the editor promises that sit shall
not be the INSTRUMENT Of any sect in Religion,
or party in Politics.
The Litchfield County post., 1826-08-22
NOTICE.

NHE Court of Probate for the District Of
IL Norfolk hath assigned Monday the 10th
day of September next, at ten O'Clock fore
noon at the Probate Office in Norfolk, for the
appointment Of Commissioners on the Estate
of
ABRAHAM CADWALL,
late OF Winchester in said District, deceased,
represented insolvent. All persons interest
be heard. - - >''- 49,
MICHAEL F. MILLS, fudge.
Norfolk, August Is, 1895. 10
The Litchfield County post., 1826-08-22

amounting TO $4,000 pounds. The officers
Of the company were chosen, and it was voted
to allow salary Of 500 pounds per annum to
the treasurer. and remuneration to each OF
the twelve directors of a guinea day for
each weekly meeting. N. 7. Paper.
The Litchfield County post., 1826-08-22
BANK NOTE TABLE,

Corrected weekly fam NswsY Fork papers.
Bank Of United States and Branches, par.
tas asssNRw-HAMPsHIRE. $50
All the Banks in this State Sd per cent. dis.
MASSACHUSETTS. ava
Banks in the city of Boston l-g DIS,
Manufacturing and Mechanics bank
Nantucket 5dis.
Nantucket Bank N
All other banks 49, 80 ss
RHoDE-IsLANB. m
All che banks in this state sd
coNNEcTICUr.
Eagle bills rs to go
Derby bills w. 80 to 95 -
All other banks, sl-s to1
yERMoIT.
All the Banks s-4tes
NEWBORN.
Barker's Exchange IS
Niagara IS
PIattsburgh :. as
Tradesnian, brokers
Fulton Bank, SIS do,
Green County, {Catskill,) do.
Jersey Bank, do.
All others II the state current
MAINE. 49, go
Wiscasset, &C astine,- Halloweh 3
Augusta, ~ assanaquoddy all orokeus
K.,nehecL hank ~ HajIowel broken.
Bank at Bangor, uncertain
All other Banks S-4
as t BEw-JERsEf.
State Bank at Trenton aga "a n
T.cralard 4 protection IS rs to 80
/ Jersey Bank, oroKens
Wash;nrfon, formerly yNellawk,l dolAtf0l%
All other BANKS cuaFcGt
The Litchfield County post., 1826-08-22

JUST RECEIVED, and for Sale, third door
in the Brick building west Of the Court
house -.
Violin and Flute INSTRUCTOR
Martial Musick do.
Also, for Sale as above, Blank Deeds, Pen
sioner's blanks, County Court and Justice
do. Blank Warrants for non-commission-
ed and Staff Officers. Orders solicited.
ALSO, BLANK BOOKS, &C different
sizes, and ruled to any pattern. Writing s,
Letter Paper, Writing Books. Sabbath school
and Toy books, and most kinds School books,
fer sale as above.
The Litchfield County post., 1826-08-22
! COLLECTORS NOTICE.

A LII persons, residents and non residents,
"A who are by Law liable to payyT Taxes in
the Town of Warren, are hereby notified that
have received Warrant to collect Town
Tax of five cents on the dollar laid on assess
ment List Of 1926, and that will receive said
Tax at the store of Benoni p, Beardsley g.
Co. from the Goth to the 25th of September
next. Puncttlality must be observed or fees
win be exacted. q
BENONT p. BEARDSLEY, Collector.
Warren, Aug. 10th, 1925. 10
The Litchfield County post., 1826-08-22
NOTICE.

TIME subscribcrs contemplate making such
u arrangements ID their business as will
render it necessary that all persons indebted
to them should close their accounts by the
first day Of October next without further
notice, PHELPS y JUDD.
LitchReld, Aug. 21st, 1875 70
The Litchfield County post., 1826-08-22

Pwftng has become so common in this
country, that a puff ordinary answers but lit
file purpose in creating renown, or exalting
character. From a captain General down to
corporal,-from a chief engineer Of canal
The Litchfield County post., 1826-08-22

The Hon. RUFUs KING, late Minister to
England, and family, lately arrived at New
York, in the packet ship Acasta, from London.
The Litchfield County post., 1826-08-22

a
Christian Missions.-On our last page will
be found an article from the North American
Review, in reference to the progress Of civil
cation at the Sandwich Islands. We do not
insert the article as containing any new intelli-
gence upon the subject; for such Of our rea-
ders as interest themselves SO far in the cause
ofChristianity Ito noticeits progress through
the earth, have long known that where mis-
sionaries, endowed with spirit from ON high
have erected the standard ofthe cross, there
has emenated light, dispelling thick clouds Of
darkness and superstition, and guiding the
degraded pagan to the path Of civilization and
happiness; but we publish the article because
it comes from high and respectable source,
from a source which cannot be accused OF
delusion OF. bigotry; and moreover from
source, which until very recently has not been
friendly to the cause Of missions. If it is. .
fact that the expeuding of few dollars-fol
notwithstanding all that is said to the contra,
ry, the whole sum that is expended by on
Bible, Missionary, Education, and Tract SO
cietics, is mere triAe. compared with the a
The Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1822-1829, 1826-10-12

DIED. on the 18th Inst a. his re.ldenaa,
in Rowan county, N. c. HAYNES NOR
GAN ESQ. in the 10th year of his age This
gentleman was native oil Pittsylvania conn
ty, Va where he was extensively known, and
esteemed, as an upright magistrate, aud in.
dustrions, patriotic citizen, aud a. honest
man The change of his residence to North
Carolina, was only the change of the theatre
Of hi snsefulness. There's a faithful discharge
Of the various duties of magistrate, citizen,
son husband e. father, brother, master and
friend, secured the love aud esteem of all who
knew him. An aged mother, disconso-
late wife, sister and seven children are left,
with numerous circle of acqnaintances and
friends. to deplore theruntlmely aud 'rrepaf-
able loss.
The Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1822-1829, 1826-10-12
LlLLYpuTrAN SONGsTERS.
Fruit arees, Grapes, sc

IHtiE subscriber. proprietor OF the LIN
- MEAN BOTANIC GARDEN and Nnr-
series at Finishing, near Sew York, offers 10
furnish the public with such Trees aud Plants
rs they may desire
The collection Of Fruit Trees of all the va.
rious kinds, and also Of Ornamental Trees,
Shrubs aud Plants, is by far the most eNten.
sive and valuable in America. In addition to
the immense acquisitions OF former years, the
proprietor now has above 800 aet0 udrutits
ofhe choicest Fruits which are not in posses
sion Of any other establishment in this coun.
try, all of which are announced III the catn
loeues for 1926. The assortment oil Grapes
consists of above 300 kinds, comprising the
! finest wine and table Grapes af France,
Germany, Italy, and the Crimea The pre-
| prietor having acquired extensive intorma-
ton on the subject from actual observation
and experience, is enabled to make such Sc
lections as may be suitable 10 any particular
locality, and where such selections are left ia
| him, he will send such rs cannot fail TO sue
coed He also offers them in assortment
for the first OF one dozen vines the prices wal
be eight dollars, for the second Of the SAINT
number, -ix dollars aud for the third, toul
and half dollars. The collection of Rose
| exceeds 500 varieties, and of Green HOUSE
! Plants, he has above 1000 species, comprisin.
10000 pots, among WITCH are all those known
as most beautiful and interesting.
Persons ,ho order Grapes will be furnish
ed with .irectious tor their culture
Orders hy mail direct (post paid) or thro
any agent in The Union, will meet viii
prompt attention. Catalogues To be had graft
of
R.Q, ToMPKINS,
Agent Tor " z.