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Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-09-15

WAsHMeToN has been pleased to honor me, /
had not, till this day, received either the holy
relic of this Father of Liberty, or the fattering
letter of his worthy descendant This day
have placed my hands upon this invaluable pre-
sent, the image Of the first benefactor of the
continent of Columbus, presented through the
citizen Hero, General LAFAYETTE, and offered
by the noble remnant of that immortal family.
1t is a recompense worthy Of the first and most
illustrious character Of the Universe. Shall
be worthy of such an honor? No: but accept
il with a pleasure and gratitude, which will be
attached to the rem aims Of the venerable Father
OF America, to the most remote generations OF
my country: they ought TO be the last remem-
ORANGES OF the New World
Accept, sir, the most sincere and respectful
sentiments of my perfect consideration
BOLIVAR.
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n alton, and was prelude to thee Downfall of ty-
ranny in toto.
(Here, says the Journalists, by an unfortu-
nate accident, gun fell on and smashed the
speakers foot.) Then came the following sig
nifcant sentiment:
"The Ex-Presidents-They all were well but
were all subject to the infirmities of human ma
ture."
The Orator of the day closed the ceremonies
with song,.of his own composition.-So ex-
quisite is it, that we crafty our readers with
two of its verses. They were sang to the tune
of "Begone Dull Care" Here they are:
'Wecome the sun that lights the day that gave our
freedom birth,
And broke the yoke of tyranny, all hail July the Fourth
1t was you that Congress drew that noble instrument
That set us free from tax or fee but by our con-
sent.
When our sons ask from us to know for why we sleep
this day,
Tell them on it we ceased to bow Britain tribute
pay.
Teach them also the same to do when dead and
gone,
That they theirs in tender years may make the Gus
tom knowns
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-09-15
From the Philadelphia Sentinel.
CELERRA ALTON.

Every one will admit that while there are a
great many good things said and done at Fourth
of July celebrations, there also transpire very
many things of the execrabe sort One OF the
best things of the latter kind, we have met with
in an account Of a celebration at "Black's Buff,
somewhere in the state OF Alabama. There was
an Grafton and toasts. From the list OF the lat
ter, we select the following.
ssThe day we celebrate.--lt gave birth to
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-09-15
Proposals for Navy Bread

q
VNTILL be received until the Goth Sept. inst from
| w the Bakers of the District for supplying Ship
Biscuit, that may be required by the Commdt of the
Navy Yard at Washington, tor the year 1927
The Bread to be fully equal to samples ofthe present
year, which may be at my Office, and to be sup
piled, my acquisitions as it may be wanted within
the year.
Separate Proposals will also be received until the
first dag Of October 'sr to furnish such Quantities Of
the following articles shall be required for the use of
the Navy during the year 1927 viz:-Whiskey, Flour,
Butter, Rice, Peas or Beans Spermaceti and Taow
Candles, Winter strained Sperm Oil, Ship Chandlery
Paints and Oil, Stops, Tow and Curledhair Mattresses.
All of which articles to be of the very best quality,
and packed as usual in good boxes, barrels or other
suitable packages, and deliverable at the Navy Yard,
Washington, in shipping ORDER free OF every expense
to the Government and subject to the usual inspection
of the Yard-The Stops and Tow Mattresses to be full
y equal the samples of the present year, which may
be seen at the Navy Yard, Washington. The Hair
Mattresses to be of good curd hair six feet in length
twenty eight inches wide, and to weigh not less than
nine pounds.
With the offers for contracts, the names OF the re-
spectye securities must be stated.
THos TINGEY.
| Navy Yard, Washington, 14th Sept. 1926
| sept Is
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New Boar0ing House.

AERS. A. WASHINGTON, late of Winchester, Vir-
1Sk ginia, having taken that spacious three story
brick house King street, opposite the store of
Messrs. Hugh Smith & Co. and fitted itup in suitable
manner, ready for the reception of boarders, by
the year, month"; or shorter period. If experience in
this line of business well furnished table, and urre
mitted efforts please will insure her success, she
does despair of receiving her share of public
tronage.
The contiguty of her house to the steamboat wharf
renders it for persons travelling that
way, than any other in town.
3D IF
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Notice.

% ANYWAY from the subscriber on the morning OF
~ the 10th inst. anindented apprentice girl, named
Martha finn Smith. Any person who will BRING her
back will be entitled to a reward OF Is cents and no
charges. All persons cautioned against harbonng
trusting her, shall pay no debts OF her contract
ing It's feared some evil minded person has persuad
ed her to this act, as she is an orphan girl
sept 13-3t s. CORNELIUS.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-09-15
VERMONT GOLD.

/ this day examined specimen of native
gold, which was found few days since on the
farm of Mr.. Samuel Ingram, in Newfane, by his
son. The weight of the lump, when found, was
eight and half ounces; but there was then at
tached to it several small crystals of quartz,
which probably weighed half an ounce
The crystals of quartz being now detached,
the lump is very pure gold. 1t has the metal
lie lustre of virgin gold, but its colour is dark
err yellow than English guineas or American
eagles. tits soft and maleable, and its spec
gray is Is S. From the various tests which
have been applied to i, there can be no ques,
ton as to the purity of the mineral.
The soil in which the gold was found is di-
luvaI, and is composed of water worn stone.
coarse gravel, and sand; but, in the vicinity
the soil is argilaceous, and affords beds pot
ter's clay. The rocks,'in sitee, in that region,
are all Of the primitive class, consisting OF
hornblende, hornblende slate, and greensboro
porphyry, alternating with mica slate. Whe-
Their more of this precious metal will be found,
is uncertain, as no examination has yet been
made. Vermont paper
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-09-15
From the National MtelKgencer.

We observe, with pleasure, that the Secre-
tary OF Warhas directed the survey Of the route
for road from Washington, through Mont
gomery and Frederick counties, in Maryland by
the way of Westminster, in that State, Carlisle
andi Wiliamsport, in Pennsylvania, to Buffalo,
in New York. Thismeasure was presented TO
the House of Representatives, by Major. George
Peter, at the lastsession. Such road as is pro-
posed would, it is said, shorten the distance
from this place to Buffalo considerably more
than hundred miles, and thus greatly facili-
tate intercourse and the transmission Of intelli-
gence between these points Passing through a
rich country, and the heart of Pennsylvania, 1t
would connect the market Of this city more i'm
mediately with the sources Of supply and of
commerce. Major LONG, of the Topographic
cal Engineers, and two Assistants, have been
detailed for this work, and have, is believed,
commenced the reconnaissance.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-09-15

Pittsburgh, Sept. 8.-Althongh our rivers are
now at their lowest stage, yet a constant and
uninterrupted navigation of them is carried on
by our enterprising freighters, and goods for
western ports are daily forwarded at rates al
most as low as are charged during high water.
From the capital pow employed here in this bu-
siness, and the consequent competition, this will
doubtless continue to be the case, and the mer-
chants of the east and west need fear no delay
in the transmission of merchandise by thisroute.
The following are the prices Of freight in keel
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-09-15
Brandywine Gun Powder.

VHvHE subscribers, agents for E. J. Dupont & Co.
IL have on hand complete assortment OF their best
powder, for sale at the Baltimore rates
sept IS A. C. CAZENOyE & Co.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-09-15

Louisville, Aug. So-The work on the Louis
Vile and Portland Canal is progressing rapid
ly The force has been greatly augmented, be-
ing now equalto about 1000 hands. The wea,
theris cool and agreeable, and those employed
on this important public work enjoy the most
perfect health.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-09-15

.rr;val at New York the Evening Post
.;ved information that great rejoicings
nas - 80, Mace at Porto Cayello, in conse-
nav -. e Maracaibo having declared in favor
s y ne confederation ofvenezuela. Bolivar was
o. - e,sd in Venezuela about the 10th of this
month.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-09-15
From. the National hteEeeneer.

The reader will doubtless bear in mind the
circumstance OF a worthy present having been
prepared here, by G. w. P. CUsTIs, Esq. to be
presented, through the medium of Gen. La Fay
&1TE, TO the Liberatcr BOLIVAR. The recep-
iion oil this present. Ca ring enclosing lock of
me hair, and miniature portrait, of the Father
OF his Country has given rise to the interest
ing correspondence, copy of which we are
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-09-15
Notice

Notice
4 S hereby given that have appointed slr. THOMAS
SMITH as my agent to receive all moneys belonging
to the estate of C. 3 r. Douglas, decd
SUSANNA DOUGLAS, Admr'x.
sept 13--St of C. B. 4. Douglas.
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Notice.
Mechanics Bank,
Hardware and Cutlery.

GOHN W. NJ AISLE, has received by the ship Shenc.
% andoah, from Liverpool II General assortment Of
Goods in his line, which with those on hand, makes
his assortment complete all of which he OFFERS aS
wholesale and retail, at very reduced prices.
Also, constantly hand, a general assortment o.
Bar and hoop iron, English wagon boxes
Englishand American bstered steel
German, Crowley, and Shear steel
GJThe Winchester Republican will insert the above
three weeks. sept l-eOIm
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-09-15
Cotton and w ool Cards.

COTTON ana w 0Ol CavNS.
6<z HALF boxes cotton and wool cards assorted
III just received per schooner Harriet, from Boston,
and for sale by SAMUEL Nj. JANNEY.
WRo has IN Store
Philadelphia white lead ground in oil
Do Ventian red and Spanish brown do do
Glpn's superior letter paper
American canvas made of fax
Spermaceti Candles whale oil.
9 mo ii II
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-09-15

Ns,v. FORK, Sept l2.-By Captain Rogers, of
the schr Petrol, arrived last evening from Puer-
to Cabello, we learn that a few days previous to
his sailing, great rejoicings took place at Puer-
TO Cabelo in consequence of Maracaibo having
declared in favor of the confederation of Vene-
zueia. 1t was also reported that Carthagena
and Margaretta had made similar declaration,
but the intelligence wanted confirmation. One
Of Boivar's aids had arrived, and Immediately
proceeded with his dispatches to Gen. Paez,
the nature of which were not known. He III
formed that Gen. Bolivar was on his way to
Bogota, and was expected within so days.
Flour was Ia dollars-no demand.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-09-15
TTRANsLATIoN.

NEw-YoRK, SEPTEMBER 4, 1926.
NY Dear SIR: In communications which
rave Just received from Peru, His Excellency
.N hioeralor OF Colombia honors me with the
~ ,a, 10 present to you, with the enclos-
t.as' the sncerest expressions OF his &C
"ns for the valuable presents, which
M u 'ne family of the illus,rious WASHING
to,,I nas oeen pleased to offer to him. cannot
Nv. iuini this commission, than by transcrib-
sS - you lne very words of his Excellency:
a,a oi"ee you have been the person who has had
:. "'e goodness to transmit 10 me so valuable a
part oil the inheritance Of the immortal WASH
~ ,,;' oe also The medium, through whom
s,,h;.L, 70 express the profound admiration,
CIV as ! nave always professed for the memo
sion -. ."'s iinslrious Hero, Sith my considera-
Shin anu respect for every thing belonging to
swim S aau my acknowledgement of the honor
7, ., sa'cn have, just been distinguished. .
10 vo,' anords me pleasure 10 communicate
70 y.,.' .nat the Colombian Nation know how
red 80 the merit of the honor you have confer
the C ni'n, who is considered as the Father of
,ycr ooun'fy, and the worthy imitator of WASH
e,,a me gratitude of General BoL1vAR, and the
finn m OF Colombia, permit me 10 add the sem
dial e: OF the greatest consideration, and corr
friendship, with which
femain your obedieni servant,
20 the Honorable
GEORGE WAsuIsGroS p. CusT1s, &C.
LITER FROM THE LIBERATOR.
G.. LIMA, 18th May, 1926.
,.sa ok: although | had learr., by the public pa
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-09-15

The Greensburgh Gazette mentions that
Mr. Hoke, of Mount Pleasant, is constructing a
gristmill, the machinery of which is TO be pro-
PEELED by an Ok, operating upon vertical
wheel of 554 feet in height-to the tip OF which
the animal ascends by an inclined plane. mo
trial. says the Gazette has yet been made "oi
its practicability, of which various opinions ex-
ist If the animal can be got up 10 It's position
on the outside of the wheel, and can be made to
perform its labor, there can be no doubt OF Its
ability to turn r.even4 pair of stones, which
the mill is calculated for Considerable ankle
ty is felt to ascertain the result of an expert
ment which appears novel, and may be very
beneficial in certain situations.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-09-15

Extract of letter from Carthagena, dated July 3d.
"The movements of PAEz in Venezuela have
been looked upon here with the greatest indig-
nation. We are however anxiously waiting the
arrival of the Liberator. whose iirmness and de-
cision viii soon restore tranquility. Not one
of the other provinces has joined in this rebel
lion. This circumstance is sufficient TO con-
vince Paez of the unsoundness of his cause. In
the meantime, the executive has issued mani
festo, exhibiting, in moderate but firm tone,
the ingraiitude of Venezuela, but more particu-
larly of Paez, in inficting this wound on the Ii
berries of our country, and becoming the dupe
of few designing men, who, to screen them
selves from the rigor of the law, have thus
dared to infringe the constitution.
The utmost tranquility prevails in every 9th
err part of the republic. The credit OF the 60
vernment, which received so severe shock by
the failure of Godschmidt, has revived. To
this the immediate acceptance of bills to very
large amount drawn by the consul general In
the United States on the treasury department
at Bogota, has greatly contributed, and we un-
derstand that 900 dollars are now on their
way to this city to meet the payment"
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-09-15

Pot Luck.-A german was invited, by an En-
glish family, to partake of pot-luck for dinner.
He would eat no roast beef for dinner, no tur-
key; all the dishes passed him untouched. On
being asked the reason Of his loss of appetite
q do waite for dat excellent pote loock,' said he.
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I Inland Transportation in 1OagonS
From Pittsburgh to Phad per100 lbs. 81 to 81 ia
Prom Philadelphia to Pttsburg, per 100 lbs. So 90
From Philadelphia to Wheeling 4" 50
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LETTER FROM THE LIBERATOR.
LIMA, 18th May, 1926.
Or; Although | had learr., by the public pa
r>'S' the gilt with which the son of the great
The Massachusetts spy, and Worcester County advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1825-1831, 1826-03-29

it? We shall not stop TO inquire on which
party the administration of The Treasury De-
partment, for the last ta0eniy gears, reflects the
greatest credit.
We have published the list of candidates
who have been put in nomination for the oflic-
es of Governor and Lieut.. Governor, and
subjoined the names of the present Senators of
this County, who are candidates for re-elec
ton. We have also annexed several commu-
nications, nominating candidates for each OF
those Offices, and leave it to our readers TO Sc
lect for themselves, barely remarking that the
person must be fastidious, indeed, who cannot
suit himself from such variety.
One other communication was received toe
late for publication. II comments with some
severity on the course of the Governor, in re-
ation to the Massachusetts, Claims, and names
James Lloyd and Samuel Hubbard for the Of
fees Of Governor and Lieut.. Governor, and
dominates, for Senators, the present incum
Dents, with two exceptions, for which the
names of Austin Denny and Jonas L. Sibley
are substituted.
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For Sale at Auction,
1.-TWO FARMS, 2 miles Yves

u of Royalston Meeting House, and near
the Keene Turnpike.-Said Farms will be sold
together, or in Lots-both are well Wooded
aud Watered. with plenty of Fruit-Trees,
Barns, 3 Dwelling-Heuses, Shoe Makers
shop, Cabinet Shop, with convenient Out
Buildings. One Farm Of l12, the other 90
acres. Also, 9 Meadow Lots, mile from said
premises-one containing 3, the other, a acres.
Also, 2 or Horses, Neat Stock, Farming
Tools, and Household Furniture. The Sale
will commence IN Thursday, the 18th Of
April, 1926, at 10 O'Clock.
For further particulars. inquire Of ENOS
MEFCALF, on the premises, or of WILLIAM
d. LEE. of Athol.
March 90. 1926,
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THE ELEcrIoN.-Monday next, is the an
nual meeting for the choice of State officers.
In the absence of all party excitement, we
have the prospect Of more peaceful election /:
Of reduced number of votes, and greater d.
Verslty in the besiowal of them, than has
been usual. We have, on this occasion, no
inducement to urge our fellow-citizens to the
polls, for the purpose Of securing the election
of favorite candidate, or to caution Them
against any insidious plots of political adver-
saries. We have heard Of but one, for the ex-
istence Of which, we have no better authority
than the Boston Patriot, and withal, it is a
federal plot. The Editors of that paper say,
"That they want to rule, but as the Treasu.
ry was emptied under their misrule, the re-
publicans will be backward about entrusting
them again with the reins." There may be
something in this, and we advise people to be
on their guard. One word, about the Treasu-
ry. We thought this empty Treasury was
TO tie filed when the republicans" came in
TO power What progress have they made in
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mon fortitu6e and resignation. She mani
tested firm belief in Christ, and when warm
ed of her approaching dissolution, discovered
no anxiety, but cheerfully acquiesced in the
will of her Heavenly Father, and died with
the enliVening hope of a happy Immortality.
In Oxford, on the 18th inst. Rebeckah,
wife of Peter Shumway, aged 90.
In Marlborough, on the It'll inst. Mrs. Lyd-
ia, wife of Mr.. Elijah Saunders, and daughter
of Mr.. Jonas Babcock of Marlborough, aged
AZ. Printers in TeTnsont are requested 10 an
sert this death.
In Barre, Miss Adeline Woodbury., aged Is.
10 Westminster, on the 18th inst. Mrs. Betsy
Miller, wife of Mr.. Jonas Miller, and daughter
OF Abel Wood, Esq. aged 80. Printers an
Name, .New-H Hampshire, Vermont, and Penn
sylrania are requested 10 insert this.
In Sterling, on the 1st instant, Mr.. James
Steward. Halter, aged Al. Printers an Yer
mont and Maine are requested 10 insert this
death.
In Holden, February 81, Mrs. Jane Smith,
wife OF Capt. David Smith, aged 61.--March
3. Capt. David Smith, aged 67.-March Z,
David Smith, youngest son of Capt. David
and Jane Smith, aged "a. Printers in .Neac-
York are requested TO insert these deaths.
In Newry, Maine, Mr.. Isaac Littlehale.
LIS uedth was oCCdsloueuD ny oFlnKlhgs tniouSh
mistake, some Dissolved pearlash. He surviv-
ed but few hours after drinking the pearlash,
during all which time he was in the most ex-
circulating agony.
In Cincinnati, Ohio on the 9th ult. De
Witt Clinton, infant son of Mr.. David Jack
son. Its death was caused by the nurse giving.
by mistake, large dose of laudanum, instead
paragoric.
In Medfeld, Mrs. Eunice Cleveland, wife
Of Zimri Cleveland, aged "a. Printers in
.Nec York and Ohio are requested to insert The
Adore.
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gsGorCester:
WEDNESDAY,, MARcH 90, 1926.

PUBLIC SCHOOLS. last was the
Anniversary of the Public Schools in the Cen
ire District in this town. The scholars as
sembled at the Centre School-House, whence.
under :he care of the several teachers, they
went in procession TO the South Meeting
House, where an appropriate Prayer was
made by the Rev. Mr.. HoADLY, and an Ad-
dress on the subject of Education, by SAMUEL
NJ. BURNSIDE, Esq. OF this performance.
we believe we shall be warranted by all who
heard it, in speaking with high praise. Mr..
Burnside did not confine himself to remarks
on the importance of education, a sentiment
well understood, and we trust now universal
ly admitted; but, in the course of his Ad-
dress, entered on field comparatively new
and UNEMPLOYED. While he neglected not
suitable eulogium on the founders of the Free
School system of New-England, whose care
and wisdom should never be forgotten. he
called the attention Of his audience principal
ly to an examination of what has been done
for the promotion of the same object in other
countries. The inquiry was interesting, and
the results, which evinced no small extent of
research, furnished, at the same time. cause
of abundant satisfaction in the comparison.
1t would indeed seem wonderful, at irst view.
10 find, in the history of the governments of
the old world, so little evidence of attention
to the moral and intellectual improvement of
the people. As if education was matter of
no consequence, we find them engaged in
providing by severe penalties for the punish
nlent of crime, while this means of prerention
seems to have been scarcely thought of. The
wonder ceases, however, with respect to a
portion of them, when we consider the form.
OF government which have existed with few
exceptions, and which require for their secur-
lty, and that OF their sovereigns, that the peo-
pie should be kept in ignorance. has been
said, where truth is, her sister liberty can
not be far" Under despetc government,
therefore, it would evidently be unwise 10 adj
nit the one, where the other would be sure
to follow. The necessity Of this policy, so un-
favorable to the intellectual Improvement Of
mankind, and which explains what would
otherwise appear mysterious, was forcibly il.
lustrated by the remarks Of Mr.. Burnside
There were many facts brought together in
his Address, which rendered it unusually in.
teresting, and which leads us to hone that. ir
some form, it may be made more extensively
useful.