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Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-02-11

fully repaired and strengthened to the utrno st.
Much stress is laid upon the continuance OF
the Mexican public credit, from the manner in
which the interest Of the loans, negotiated by
the government with English bankers and mer-
chants. had been paid from the abundant pro-
duce Of the customs and the extent Of the ma
tional domestic resources, which will probably
alone enable the government to meet the ext
eeneies Of the current year. The improvement
of the public roads is recommended the ar
nv represented to be in the best order and dis
,ribution: and the navy, which will be increas-
ed, said to be engaged in protecting the coasts
from pirates and smugglers. The efforts made
to improve and extend the judiciary Depart
ment; the progress Of the Lancasterian system
of instruction the establishment or revival Of
various colleges and academies Tor the diffusion
of scientific and liberal knowledge; the sensl-
BILE advance Of the people in morals ana intel
Iigence the amendment Of the Police; The
product tive activi,yand skill in the mining ope-
ra,ions: the animation and extension OF the
domestic manufactures Of iron, glass, cotton,
SC: the increase of trade; the enlargement
and freedom of the press, sc are all proclaim
ed with much emphasis and dignity.
We shall conclude this sketch Of the Mexi-
can Presidents work, by translating part OF
his last paragraph but one.
"a year ago, those who did us the great IN
Justice to suppose US to be incapable OF sell 60
yernment under the most sublime of known
systems, lamented over our fate. The political
code of the nation was deemed vain theory
in itself, and its final result was to be the dlssi-
patton of our illusion. 1t was believed that our
legislators, deficient in foresight, or hurried
away, in manner, by torrent OF dangerous
notions, consigned the people to the miseries
of anarchy, when they called them TO social
perfection. The Mexicans, to whom what is
good, great and perfect is consenial, derided
these predictions Of ignorance, and perhaps OF
mallgnity. The universal content, the obedi'
ence to the laws, the respect for the conselva-
tory principles of our political being, which
prevail, all, all exemplify the wisdom and pro-
found calculation of the Mexican legisla-
tors
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-02-11
COLOMBIA.

Neu- York, Feb s-We have received by
the ship Canton, from Carthagena, Bogota pa
pers 70 the goth December inclusive; but do not
observe any thing of general interest The pa.
pers of the latest date contains some editorial
remarks on the subject of the approaching
session Of Congress.
Among other subjects which fall under the
notice Of the editor, is that Of the financial de-
partment, and it appears from his remarks
there was a want of system and method in
that branch of the administration, from which
he infers that all future prospects are chlmer-
ical and the independence OF the country but
name. We extract the following from his re-
marks on this subject:
"Clogged at present with debt, which not
withstanding all that has been said and written
upon the subject to US is very considerable, II
is absurd to talk of the riches of our soil, our
resources, Sc if We cannot find means with
out increasing what we already owe, to pay the
interest of what we are indebted 10 foreign capt.
talists. Before it be too late, we should reflect
seriously on the best means providing for the
future, and that is in our opinion but short
sighted policy, which would conceal the extent
of the ABYSS, because we do not at once per-
ceive the proper way to avoid 1t Its now up
wards of four years since this country has been
settled under an established form of govern
ment, and up to this hour not single plan has
been laid before the country for the adminstra-
ton of the revenue, not single expose compre-
hensiv. of the system of our receipts and ex-
penditures, and of the best mode Of providing
for our current expenses, submitted to the pub
lie eve. The moment however is fast approach
ing, when every thing Of this kind must be done;
and it were much better to do this, which there
is time, although but short, TO put such resour-
ces as we have to avert impending ruin, into
action, than wait until even the best contrived
plan for developing our national wealth would
not have opportunity to unfold itself and pro.
duce the anticipated results; and thus disap'
point the we'll founded and eager expectations
Of the country.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-02-11
Mansion Hotel

EA SARAH FOLEY gratefully ac-
E / mi r. knowledges the patronage bestowed upon
skf the establishment of her late husband, and
beps leave to inform her friends and the
public, that encouraged thereby, she has removed to
the old stand recently occupied by Mr. JOHN DRlsH,
where she has opened
a HOUSE OF ENTERTAINMENT,
And has provided herself with the means OF affordng
general satisfaction those who may honor her estab-
i,shment. The house is every way convenient; and,
yantares rhe sablng extensive and in good order,
and we'll provided with the best provende and attend
ed by the most careful ostlers Her bar is stored with
the best liquors. and her table shall constantly be sup.
piled with the best the market can afford.
G. JGentlemen can be accommodated with Board and
Lodging, by the week, month, year. at the Mansion
Hotel, on the most accommodating terms.
Leesburg, ia. Jan. 31-feb 2 law3t
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-02-11
Shoe NtanufactOry.
The subscriber respectfully

The subscriber respectfully
awxA informs the citizens Of Alexan-
Ddria and vicinity, that he has
commenced the LADIES' FaNCY SHOE MAKING
in all its variety four doors east of Washington on the
north side of King street, where all orders in his line
will be attended to with neatness and despatch His
determination being to employ none but first rate work.
men, as also the most durable and fancy articles, he
hopes will entitle him to liberal share of patron
age from generous public. VIM WARD.
N B. Shoes on hand at the most reduced prices.
ian 81 st eotf
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-02-11

The arrival in the Howard Of the celebrated
autom atom chess player, was noticed in some of
the daily papers. The followin account of
what we presume to be the same wonderful
piece Of mechanism will be acceptable to many
Of our readers:- Ne,c York .4mer
The automaton chess player was constructed
by M de Kempelen, Of Presburg, in Hungary,
in 1869 1t was frs, brought over to England
in 1888, and has often been exhibited since that
period. The figure Of the chess player is as
large as life, and is dressed in Turkish dress,
seated behind table The chair on which it
sits is fixed to the table, and the whole is made
to run on four wheels. The figure leans its
right arm on the table, and in its left hand
holds pipe; with this hand it plays alter the
pipe is removed. A chess board of eighteen
inches is Fixed before it The table, or rather
chest, contains wheels, levers, cylinders, and
other pieces Of mechanism, all Of which are
publicly displayed. The vestments of the Fl.
cure are lifted over its head, and the body is
seen full Of similar wheels. There is little
door in the thigh Of the figure, which is also
opened: and the whole thus uncovered is wheel
ed about the room. The doors are then shut,
and the automaton is ready to play: but it al
ways takes the first move. At every motion
the wheels are heard; the image moves its head,
and looks on every part Of the chess.board -
When it checks the queen its shakes its head
twice, and thrice in giving check to the king
The automaton chess-player also shakes its
head when false move is made, replaces the
piere, and makes its own move, by which means
the adversary loses one. M. de Kempelen ex-
hibited his automaton at ST. Petersburgh, vi.
emma Paris and ondon before tbou s,nds mo-
ny Of whom were mathematicians and chess
players, and yet the secret BY which he govern
ed its arm was never discovered. This auto.
maton could not play unless M. dc Kempelen
was near to direct its movements. A small
square box was frequently consulted by the ex-
hibitor during the game; and in this it is sup
posed consisted the secret which the inventor
declared he could communicate in moment
Amy person who could beat NJ. de Kempeen az
chess was sure 10 beat the automaton.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-02-11
colin WEATHER.

We have letter from Montreal, Of the list
of January, from which we learn that on the
morning of that day, the thermometer was
thirty.three degrees below zero; the letter adds
sit is the coldes: day we have experienced this
winter" At Catskill, en- Wednesday, the mer.
curry fell to IA below zero; and at Newberg to
IL. AT Portsmouth the mercury fell to l9
degrees below zero on Wednesday. At Keene,
New Haven, the mercury was % degrees be-
low zero.
A curious typographical error occurred the
other day in an eastern paper in noticing the
severity of the weather at Jamaica Plains, the
compositor stated that "the mercury stood in q
glass Of Jamaica, at l6 degrees below zero"
The man who was missing from the neigh
borhood of Norristown, has been found by Q
boy in cave frozen to death. He was partial
ly deranged, and it is supposed that he crept in
to avoid the intense cold he encountered in his
travel on foot.
A colored boy about IS years old was disco
vered frozen to death on Saturday evening last
at Patterson's wharf Baltimore.
A woman was frozen to death in the streets
Of Boston, on Tuesday night.
A stage coach man on the line between Gro
ton and Concord, was frozen stiff upon his boz
on the road, holding the reins in his hands. He
was dead, and the reins were clenched so fast
that they were obliged to be cut, before they
could be extricated from his grasp.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-02-11

Handsome percentage.-An original proprie-
tor Of single share in the Charlestown bridge
near Boston, which cost 1901. has received his
principal, the interest on the original cost and
surplus Of $1,000. At Mount Carbon, Penn.
land, which could have been purchased twelve
years since for sixty-two cents per acre, is now
selling at the rate of four hundred dollars per
acre.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-02-11
Cedar Run bridge.

TIME contract previously entered into and received
Il by the county court Of Prince William not having
been complied with, will receive proposals until
March court next for the erection Of Bridge over Ce
dar Run, at Buffers Ford below the town OF Brentsve
The bridge to be of the dimensions as the one
heretofore advertised.
JOS f. GILBERT,
MICHAEL CLEARY,
RICHARD FOOTE, Comn'iss'oness.
JOHN HALL,
d.c,4 ~ fawtNs
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-02-11
WOMAN:

to cook and wash for his family which is small. For
one who is healthy, well disposed and well acquainted
with such business, extra price would be given BY
the year or shorter time.
feb7 cost
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-02-11
PENALCODE.

The act Of Queen Elizabeth; which made it
capital offence for any person above the age
of Ia TO be found associating for month with
Gipsies, was executed so far down as the mid
die of the 18th century, Lord Hale mentions IS
it at one assizes. In the reign CT Henry WILL,
Hollinshed says that 10000 persons died by the
hands Of the executioner. In Elizabeth's reign
400 persons, at least, were annually executed.
In remonstrance made in her reign by lord
Keeper Sir Nicholas Bacon to the Parliament,
he says, at remains TO see in whose default
this is" (the axity Of the law "for certain it
is, that her Ma esty eaveth nothing undone
meet for her to do for the execution Of the
laws"
The comedy Of lie Marriage Force Of Moli-
ere is founded upon the following fact-The
celebrated Count de Grammont during his stay
in England had been greatly smitten with the
charms Of Miss Hamilton, and although mat
tiers had gone so far between them as to attract
universal attention, the gay Count Quilted
London, on his way to Paris, without. making
TO the lady the expected offer ofmarriage. The
brothers Of Miss Hamilton set ont in pursuit
of the runaway lover, and overlook him at Do
yer, fully resolved to call him out. They
CHANGED to meet him on the quay Immediately
upon their arrival, and called out to him as
soon as they came up to him, "Count, have
you not forgotten something in London'' The
Count, who guessed their intention, instantly
replied, "Pardon me, have indeed forgotten
to marry your sister; and will 60 back with
you this instant and do it"
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-02-11
George johnson

CONTINUES to purchase WHEAT, and for hearJ
y prime parcels, will give the highest prices He
also wants a
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1826-08-18
ON the DEATIf OF VEBFR

Werp!-for the scord is spoken,
Mourn! for the kneu has knolri
TIE master chord is broken,
Had the muster hand is cold,
4eo,nancv hath lost her minstrel.
=. NO more his magic strain
SAaIt uroto sreeter spell urouad
Ihr legends Of 1imane,
HIS fame lad fotcn before hon,
10 many foreign land;
His lays trere sung by ep'ry tongue
Ind harp'd by evTy hand.
lie to cult fresh ia,.reis,
Bug Fate apas in their breath;
dnd TURNED ais narch Of triumph
Into dirge IF death!
q, all srAo knsse Aim toved aim!
For trith his mighty mind
lie bore hinveiF nieetiy,
His he1rt IL so kind.
Hts tcitdty trarbtry meiodies-- ff
The storms Mat around them roll;
4rc Types IF The simplicity
4nd grandeur Of ais soul;
Though years Of c.as,iess SUFFERING
Hud ,corn him to u shade,
So patient his spirit,
NO troyIrard plant he made
Ecu Deuth hinist,f seemed 10Th 10 scare
fits Uttn pure and mild,
Ind stole upon him gently,
Us stunlbtr Ger u child,
Weep! for ihe srord Is spoken
Ho'srn! for ths tneH hal Lnolri;
Ihe master cord is brot,n;
The matter hand is cold! ILona.n nan.r
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1826-08-18

NORFOLK, July %.
Counterfeit Half Dolla,s-The putick a,e
cautioned. in receiving Eagle HUFF Dollars, to
examine them particularly, as many spurious ones
are in circulation. One WAS shewn TO us yester-
day, SO well executed that had ii been offered to
as In the ordinary transactions of business; we
should not have hesI;a,ed TO receive it, They are
however, not much heavier than genuine quarters,
and the edge is entirely smooth, a circumstance
which is not readily observed by persons of their
guard Beacon.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1826-08-18
SIR WALTER SCOTT

ahe following Is extract from a letter written
by literary character Of emnence:-
You will be glad to learn that our admirable
friend Sir Walter SCOTS losses by Constable,
:dliure, are not nearly great represented. In
n letter Ia his friend, NJ. Nj, he says, that al
Though he has lost considerable sum- he has enough
10 live comfortably. He adds, that he must worl;
hard, and that he has 50 lost only the rappngs of
prosperity" all expression and feeling worthy OF
aim. His character has risen in the opinion Of all
men by this trial of adversely.
1t has shown, that few men have within their
lives been able to prove, that they can bear both
eSlremes Of prosperity and adversely with an equal
mind he never excited envy ev en- by his unparal-
.sled success ss writer, and by fortune superior TO
what genius ever earned before. He was always
gracious, Kind full OF what he could do for others
neyeS an eso,ist or selfish in prosperity; and now
IN the change OF fortune he has the sympathy of all
that have any goodness in them. Abbotsford is
sale, and he will not be obliged to part with hi,
iorary the loss Of that would have been dreadful
Robert Allen, long Representative in Con-
4sress from HE SaIihage District, in Tennessee,
Mas gwen aoticc that he would not again be can
CiS.aate for reelection DIR. Hogg, William Trous
dale. and Archibald w. Overton, are already ar =
nounced as candidates 10 succeed Mr. Allen
r1r.rr
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1826-08-18

PROPOSALS
Toy carrying Iris IF tie U,,ed States on the toosing
IoGs Roas toW be reresd az the Geneyai Post Once IL.
n abtnStoH, intH TIE I2.k day IF Oo5cr rrr,
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1826-08-18
NORFOLK. July %.

London paper.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-12-29
DENTISTRY

NR. MKEE respectfully offers his services to the
AP inhabitants OF Alexandria and its vicinity, in the
department Of Dentistry. Having paid particular at
tention to this branch of his profession, he Aatters him
selfthat he is competent to render essential service to
those who may have the misfortune of disease in their
teeth or gums. In almost all cases he is able to cure the
toothache without the loss ofthe tooth, and to relieve
the pain Immediately. He will clean and file the teeth
without injury to the enamal; and will guarantee that
upon obedience to his directions, they will remain
also insert new teeth, which cannot be distinguished
fromthe original ones. -
His Office is at Mrs. Gardner's, opposite ST. PaurS
Church, where he WILDE always ready, (sunday'S eN-
ceptcd, to attend TO any calls in the line OF his PROBES
sion.
Reference may be had toaRev. DR.. Wilmer, Rev, Pro,
fessor Keith, Dr.Semmes, DR.. Richards, DR.. fltzhGS"
and Dr.. Brown. n sept 10
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-12-29
George 5 Aough

d S now opening a part of his FaLL SUPPLY, and
L I'M few days his assortment will be yeryfull-coH-
istins among others of
Cloths and casslmereS
Figured and plain boInbazets, some twiifdo OF pam
coiors, very fine
Large and small rose and point blankets
Super and common black bombazine
AtheMan stripes and barrage ginGhains
Super Battisse and Caty Pale
Furniture chintzes and wide furniture dimty
Twiild, stripe and piard iinsey, tor Servants
Cassinets and kersey
Black, green, scarlet, red, white and drab farhlelS
Red, green, and blue ba,Zes
Tartan and circassian plaids and cambiets
Green table covers
Wooden caps and gloves for sailors
Bang,tp cords, drab and olive
Best black lcYantine and Italian lustr1ng
Figured and striped silks
Wadding for pel'sses, super horseskin gloves
American buekskin and Woodstock do
Long and short silk hose, plain and ribbed
Do do cotton and worsted do
Servants WOODEN stockings
One case unaress'd Irish linens
Linen cambria and do. hdkfs.
Handsome assortment merino scarfs and shawls
Cashmere, cloth and cameis' hair do
Black, white and coIored English belt ribbons
A few very superior fancy do in sets
Shoe do and gailoons
Silk, barrege and love hdkfs
silk andthread braids, bobbins and tapes
Silk and other handsome yestings
Spool, sewing and floss cottons
Boss and knitting do
Figured Swiss cap patterns, point hdkfs & collars
plain and fg'd Swiss and book muslin hdkfs
German and Scotch linens and Russia ~sleetings
Russia, Huckaback and other diapers
6.4low priced cotton do.
Best and common ticklngs
asses best umbrellas and parasols
A general assortment of coid and white domestios
1000 Abs Cotton Yarn.
All of which will be sold atthe late reduced prices.
10 no % ~ -
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-12-29
fashionable Mats.

MORSE s. JOSSELYN respectfully inform their
NI friends and the public, that they are now manu-
featuring Beaver Hats ola superior quality, equal to a
NY manufactured in the District. Also, low prcedimi-
tation Beaver, made for retail. In addition to whlch,
they have Just received from the most celebrated Fac
tories of Baltimore, a superior assortment OF Hats, lst
81 and Sd quality. Itmay be welfto observe thatthey
are well supplied NTH an assortment OF Beavers &C.
from the justly celebrated establIshmentof hanson Q
Glapp. 40
NJ. The Hats of our customers will be ironed sra.
It's. Cash given for Furs. Old Hats will be received
npart pay for new ones. dec 10
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-12-29

EurMiturs and Mahsganys
LINES GREEN-CABINET MIXER,
S on hand at his mandatory, on Royal-street'
Ilfew doors south of King, a general assortment OF
FASHIONABLE FURNITURE of his own manufac.
ture.
Bay of Honduras mahogany, suitable or.hand ralls,
st. Domingo curl and shaded mahogany in plank anu
veneer. .ALSO,
which will be sold low for cash or the usual credit TO
r~unctuals customers.
TURNING of every kind neatly executed. dec 10
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-12-29
r GOODS.
I'VE G.. R

Neat Door to the Washington 1urern,
Has Just received his Fall assortmentof
Blue, black, drab, grey mix'd and other coiors' cio'lS
and cassimeres
Sattinets, bangup cords
Swansdown, toilinet and valentia vestngs
Fearnaughts and ~hushings, Deyonsllire kerseys
Blue plains, grey frieze, plain and striped linseys,
Point. rose. and dufl blankets, Sc tch &: tartan plaids
Scarlet, red, yellow and white fannels
Cambrics, calicoes, g%inghams, Partisan stripes
Canton and Nankin grapes and robes
Red and green bookings, carpetbaizes
Figured scarlet Aannels, bombazetts, bombazeens
Ticckings, Irish linens, lawns, linen cambria
Cambria hdks, brown hollands, Russia sheetlngs
Ticklenburgs, burlaps, cotton in balls and on spoois
Braganza silawls, camel's hair, cloth and mer1no shawls
and scarfs
Ribbons, silk handkercliefs, and
Domestic Goods Of euery Description.
With a variety of other articles in his business, to the
purchase ofwhich he invites his friends and the public,
assuring them that the Goods are carefully selected,
and viii be soidaslow as can be had i'll amy other Store
in the district. job.
oct 81
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-12-29
Fancy Hardware, Combs, Looking
Glasses. &C..

.HNHE subscriber has received by late arrivals from Y.
Il York and other places, q very handsome addition
20 his stock ofGoods, which enables him Gas agent for
the concerned) to offer to the public a great variety OF
Goods in his line. His stock of goods consists i'll part OF
Shoyels and tongs, good and common, tenders
Brass and common andircns, tea trays and walters
Knives and forks, large assortment
Fine pen aud pocket knives, fine & common scissors
Razors in cases and single, do straps and boxes
Table and tea spoons, drawing knives, plain irons
Locks, hinges, screws, cut tacks, hob mails
S~parrow-biils, shoe thread, knives, avis, tacks
Bristles, heel ball, files, pincers, boot cord and web
bngfor shoemakers, q constant supply
500 dozen tortoise shell, ivory and horn combs
200 looking glasses, mantle pier, toilette and other
kinds, gilt and mahogany frames
WHIPS and canes, newest fashion
Beads in great variety, plated candiesticks & castors
Brass do, high and fiat brass knobs for furniture
Shutters and snuffer trays
Brushes of almost all kinds-of this article l have the
best assortment in town
Fancy baskets. a complete assortment, handsome <
cheap, a lot of market do. daily expected
Just from the mandatory, japanned lamps and pew
ter beermugs
COMBS repaired by cementing, in the best manner
and at short notice. New tortoise she'll combs eXchanS-
ed for old ones. Trunks and combs manufactured as
usual. Highest price given tor tortoise shell and horns
Books.
have in my agency a variety of religious and useful
Books. Published by the Methodist Book concern in
,New-York, and sold at their prices. Just received,
Minutes of the Annual Conferences for 1926. Also, on
hand, Hymn Books aud Note Books of the same con-
Germ THOMAS MOUNT.
decS d3t&wSaw5
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1826-12-29
Notice.

Marine Insurance Companyof Hleaandria'
,YENHE Stockholders are hereby notified that an etsJ 81
u ton will be held at their Office on Monday me l'1
day Of January neat, commencing at 10 A. NJ ~
closing at p. NJ. for Is Directors to serve for one ."
thence ensuing. j. b. NICHOLS, Seel.
Us The Transfer Books will be closed OH Weu"'-
day, 10th January, anti the election is over.