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Martinsburg gazette and public advertiser. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1826-1833, 1827-03-15

ITNRM FOX RENr.--On SATURDAY ne
l. I'm inst, vii be exposed 10 pubic rent
TOR Tue term IT th-~e years, the farm on which
Andrew Psli decd. iotely resl@cd, on fu-
Iss-s Brsach, bFe w'7' from Marlirsb0rg.
Their. u between 81 a5d 100 acres u goad r. IN
ny iAnd, 4 or scres i me dow: he improve
oents IN ,a..rab { order. The reut.nE viii axe
Ylace e wgen tie hours Of - and d o'clock OF
.hc dsy Possession given Oh the iirst OF prl.
Mach &. IHE HtIhS.
Martinsburg gazette and public advertiser. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1826-1833, 1827-03-15
BAKER TAPSCOTT, g. Go

M 10 .anestl' req1es Al! persons ie ar.
I'VE icars to hem, 20 pay up They matte
tm- qIcsr, more us,ticr iar'v, to those from
whom 'A,y have receive n. mones for any part
OF = last Two wears dealings ssd TO All those
indebted to them BY Bond or Note They nave
already pat themselves to great inconvenience,
with Wv to the convenience OF o'hess. ne
cessity now oallges them 70 get in their money,
AID surei, after waiting so long, no one will
say the, are 100 inpatient.
Surphe rC's towo. s}8rcN 8
Martinsburg gazette and public advertiser. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1826-1833, 1827-03-15
gYONLY IS CENTS.

TED FAMILY MEDICINES
BYONLY IS CENTS. -
LIE ) uuparaae cd Al dubious PIIis. price
IS and 81 cents pei bOX--'an,ous Tor tie cure
of Bilious and other destructive fevers, obsh.
aate distractions OF the stomach and bowels,
giddin IS, sickness OF the stou.sch, removing
,olds, costiyeEess &c. &c.
Pete, s6arg Dec. 5h, 1926.
Dear Sir---Hsvlng oten troubled Tor years
and finding the faculty of no use, then having
ecourse to the sulphur and Mineral Springs
hree years, but to no effect, MS by accident,
Induced to try your Ambitious Pills, which
fter using find myself perfectly weil--.tu my
re at astonshmnnt Every exeruon on my part
o introduce them to my friends shall he useds
nd believe me sir. your most obliged ssrFaii,
IHOS: WILCOX.
Tic Mr. Noah Ridgely. Baltimore.
Less p0,m destroying Lo=enges most pow
FIJI medicine, removes ard utstTo}s all kinds
If worrns. -,
Lees Eh1ir, sovereign medy tor coloS
stlnate coughs, catatrhs, asthnias, sore thIoa"
And 7pproaching coGsumpuons.
Lees Nervous Cordial. al excellent medicine
far sll nervous affections, weakness pans 10
loins. back. &c
Lees Essence Of .NustGrd. no medicine ever
exasiled this m curing rheumatism, sprans'
orttises frosted feet, &c. Sc.
LEES .3gae and Ferer Drops, never ialhss
cure.
lees Sovereign Ointment, warranted 10 CIVIC
he itcb b. ony one application
lees Persian Lotion, NJ excellent med'CWo
for curing letters, rngVoru's pr'ckIel ne o.
lees Indian jegeea6le Sfecgc an ef'ee'u''
cure for Nenereal bonol hGa.
Tees Tooth .3cke Drops. which give ih'neaf
ate relief.
beauties the teeth go,
Lee 8y2todgleE irlr,' FOR the cure OF heau am,
lees Corn IShis'er, for removing anu o'
s'royng corps. ,r1hy
The above highly spprov'd medicines ere sS .,
ADAM YOUNG,
Martinsburg gazette and public advertiser. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1826-1833, 1827-03-15
Trust sale OF Valuable Town
Proper Y.

pY virtue of trust deed, executed to The
I'D undersigned b' John Blake, beaF0g dEe
u. tho l3h Sept. 1926 for ~ purpose in
demn;fvrg Richard bcali and Thomas {. CO
new IS sureues for the sad nak~ J shall otlsr
for sale, upon ,he premises, On WEDNEsD Ny,
thu 28n inst. cit tar, t mt the next t,ir day.
los No. $50. snd PSI, situate in The town 81
Naruns5prs, near the German church On one
of he said lots, is two story dwelling House,
sufficiently commod ous for large fsmiy. Both
| lbs are sdyamage ous'y situated The title
which viii ne made TO the purchaser, Will be
upGlr ,ilonable.
I'ne terms OF sale: me haJf cash ne balance
in twelve months. Ans person wishing to pur.
chase NJ private sale, can cali on The subscri
Der, living in hariusburE.
Narch 8-ts II. LOCKE, Trustee
Martinsburg gazette and public advertiser. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1826-1833, 1827-03-15
FOR HIRE.
4 NEGRO NAV

Wong, strong and ac,l,e, brought pp TO the
business 81 fam sud q Black mrh Sop An
INN. dDfr application IS desired. Apply L,
I-r y Itnr d ne Ea1r-.r. Mr. 8
Martinsburg gazette and public advertiser. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1826-1833, 1827-03-15
FLAX SEED WANTED

Fk7iE 81. ser1ers "a topurchsa, quaint.
~ fI-fA AtLD inr which The high
st r-- atH Ie ghen
y. pRRlCK & Co.
Naa.7.@,.R, Jto. II l817.
Martinsburg gazette and public advertiser. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1826-1833, 1827-03-15

L \ addition 10 the arg supply on ban.
q OF DRUGS ind .BEDlCLNLS, he sub.
: r,ber mas past received LEES CEIEBRA
led FAMILY MEDICINES,
Martinsburg gazette and public advertiser. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1826-1833, 1827-03-15

" .LUABAE PROPERTY FOX sAiE.--
y OuSAt uRDaY, March ID, %, a O'Clock
p m viii be offered at pubic sale by thr SUB
scrlber, beto NJ Gi1be Tavern u Martin.
burg, that y. HUBBLE T'ROPERTF o.
winch he resides, containing about 100 acre.
ps,ue Land, and known by the name Of Hidt's
MD. sitagted on the Tu.cGrnra Creek, one
mile from Nar'1nsburg. The Improvements
nre MERCHANT MIL, capable Of grindJnt
10000 bushels gram through the season; also, ,
frst.rate SAW II III, both 90 neyertailing
stream Of w,ter sod springs comforta5It
Martinsburg gazette and public advertiser. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1826-1833, 1827-03-15
JAMES gGDNSOy3o

HAS commenced DRUG BUSINESS in the house belonging
William Court House
Market afford. will sell
with
oHe ed Pure gdG
Martinsburg gazette and public advertiser. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1826-1833, 1827-03-15

- UWELLl.NI HOUSE, and
fgS3sss asoa Dwelling for a M'lteg--a new
1870 ,'o9e Swi TT Barn--~sIso, TAN
Iaa-1a.sssA YARD, containing "a VEts. with
ueces.,,s ouddlnss As farther descrip ton IS
thougn unnecessary, as the property Is SO well
known 10 the c,.izens Generosity, and those who
may be Inclined TO purchase, are invited TO cal
at the SUBSCRIBER on the premises, where it
will be shown them. and ali information be
gwen tbsi may bc required
Terms Of sale: one third Of the purchase
monep in hard, and The bs'aaee IN 81; sHnua
payments, With security and deed Of trost on
the property Further particulars VIII be made
kuoa at the time OF gale
Fah. 22.- eds J0US HIIDT
Literary cadet and Rhode-Island statesman. [volume] (Providence, R.I.) 1827-1829, 1827-09-22
BASCOM'S pENMANSHIP.

DUBLISHED and for sale by HUTCH
Il E.VS f. CORY, "A System of Penman-
ship and Writing Book combined in four
parts, by C. BAsCoM.
"Part First' comprises course of lessons
designed chiefly for those who are just be-
ginning 10 write. The lesson in "Part Sec
ond'' are suitable for those who are somewhat
advanced "Part third and fourth arc finish
cd with fine hand copies, and are intended for
the higher classes. General directions and cx-
plinatons printed on the cover Of each book.
The style of ruling adoptedn in this System,
admits ofmuch moro economy in the use OF
paper, than the common mode Of ruling. he
books are made of good paper, and afforded
at moderate prico.-The System is unques.
tionably better adapted to common schools
than any other hitherto published
The following is an extract from the Amer
ican Journal Of Education:
"Mr. Bascom's System of Penmanshp' is
"a great step towards general and thorough
Improvement in the art Of writing. His style
of Penmanship is neat; and his writing books
are prepared in superior style, and at an ex'
pcnse vastly below what has hitherto been u.s.
ual.' September 8.
Literary cadet and Rhode-Island statesman. [volume] (Providence, R.I.) 1827-1829, 1827-09-22
BRISTOL HOTEL.

TIME subscriber having taken that largo and
L. commodious House, heretofore well
known in the occupation Of Mr.. Sanford Hor-
ton, and fitted it up in handsome style, hopes
for encouragement, and invites his friends and
the public to call on him.
lie assures his friends and the public that
every cxcrtion shall be made to furnish his
house with the greatest variety that can bo
procured. His bar will at all times be stored
with the best Wines and Liquors, ,and he hopes
by attention and industry in his business to
meet with that encouragement, which may be
expected from liberal community.
W. A. WAITE.
AuO,Ist %. If.
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NEW GOODS,

ut No. 81, Market Square
N C.& T. Wells, have just received from
-Hs the Importers in New-York aud Bos-
ton, their fall supply Of Goods, which togcth-
or with their former stock, makes their as
sortment very complete among which are
Blue, black ard fancy mixed English and
French broadcloths. One piece OF suporinc
olive green cloth, for Gcntlemcns coats, the
most fashionable color that is worn.
Cassimercs and vcstings,)
Gloves and Hosiery, Z Of kinds.
Cravats and hdkfs.
On hand-a good assortment Of ready made
Clothing, made in the latest style, which will
be sold as low as at any Clothing Store in
town.
&c. s. T. Wells, would inform their Gus
toners and the public generally, that thoy
have purchased Of Mr.. James G. Wilson ot
Ncw-York, Pa,entcc, a new rule for cutting
Garments, on an entire now system, by which
clothes can be cut without the possibility OF
making a misfit. Tho above rule has been
taken by most Of the Merchant Taiors in the
l. nitcd States, within a few months certiii-
Gates from whom will be shewn by calling or
the subscribers.
L. C. g. T. Wells would inform the trade
that they can supply them with the above rule
q, advantageous terms. Sep 10
Literary cadet and Rhode-Island statesman. [volume] (Providence, R.I.) 1827-1829, 1827-09-22
THE OBSERV ATORY.
August 90.

VHNHE Lessee Of this fashionable place OF re,
Ill sort. respectfully informs the public, and
citizen strangers, that it is now open for the
Sprinq and summer seasons. II is situated on
an eminence which commands beautiful view
of Nara gansctt Bay and the adjacent coun-
try; and is admitted by all who have visited it
to be delightful place of resort. Attached
to the Observatory, are two excellent Bowling
Alleys, not inferior to any in Rhode-lsland.-
The Bar is supplied with the best liquors that
can be procured, and other refreshments such
us Fruits, Pastry, &c. Every attention will be
paid to those who visit the establishment; and
affords an agreeable walk, particularly to
gentlemen strangers who visit the town Tor OBJ
scrvation and amusement. The Observatory
will be kept open from o'clock, A. NJ: tIll D.
PM J. BARTLETT.
may 10
Literary cadet and Rhode-Island statesman. [volume] (Providence, R.I.) 1827-1829, 1827-09-22
PROVIDENCE AND PAwTUCKET POST
COACH.

VNhc proprictors ofthe Providence ard Paw
u tucket Post Coach, respectfully inform the
public, that they have purchased OF Mr. Simon
H. Arnold, all his right, title and interest in
the Pawtueket Diligence, and have placed on
the road between Providence and Pawtucket,
a POST COACH, which will run every day,
Sundays cxcepted,) as follows:
The Post Coach will leave Providence at 8
o'clock, IL O'Clock O'Clock, and at half
past O'Clock; and will leave Pawtucket at 9
O'Clock, 10 o'clock, half past o'clock, and at
half past 5 o'clock. Books kept at Wildcr's
Manufa cturer's Hotel, and at Clarke's Inn,
Providence, and at Edwards Hotel, Qatc
Hodges) and at Blake's, Pawtucket.
FARE IL l-2 cents for those passengers who
are taken at the several houses at which the
ooks are kept in Providence or Pawtucket,
and landed ut the regular stage houses in either
Of the places. Those who wish to have the
stage call for them at their places of residence,
will be charged 25 cents: way passengers,
that IS to say, those who may take passage on
the road will be charged IL 1-2 cents
Maya f. BLAKE, Agent.
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" The rats and the mice
The hth-hugs aud lice,
Made such a strife, r.
That was forced to 60 TO London 20 lazy me whe.'
II Is admitted that mice and 'lice' harmon
&c exactly, and if our construction be admitted,
the meaning of the stanzas are palpable and
feasible. The two last lines, running rhus,
The wheeburow broke, ond my wife took fall,
Dogs take the wheelbarow wife and sn,"
puzzled us for long time, for We could not,
for the soul Of us, conceive why little boy
should carry his wife home in u whcel-barrow.
But on opening Mrs. Pozza' conversations with
Doctor Johnson, the problem was solved "in
less than a pigs whisper" Hear what Mrs
Pozza SAYS;
"Doctor johnson, on reading tho remark
able lines, whick had so much puzzled me,
/ thus explained what had cost me hours Of Ia
| bour and intense meditation. AS for the
whecbarrow, said he, it was not n modern
Vehicle oftha name, but was carriage SINH
lar TO the modern Chaise, conveyed upon two
wheels, and was called pheei-bcarer,"
and not a wheelbaroW. But the innovations
Of the age, have corrupted the language,
| hence the name of " wheelbarow." Those
,oheeiJearerS, were very wide, often spread
ing thirty feet, hence the reason, that the
gates were too wide, and the streets too mar
! row,
| observed TO Doctor Johnson, that his cX.
planation did not seem to be very satistacto-
ry, and asked why the wheelbcarers were
made so wide, when he replied" Madam
that's none Of your business"
For orr sinnle selves we must say, that We
do not think that Doctor Johnson, or Mrs
pozza s illustrations, throw much light on th'
subject matter of the poem, and as we arr
certain that we cannot divcst the two las
lines of the production, OF the mystery tha
envelopes them, we submit the poem to tn
critical dissoctng knife, of tho Editor Of tn
American Quarterly Review, Mr.. Robci
Walsh.
Literary cadet and Rhode-Island statesman. [volume] (Providence, R.I.) 1827-1829, 1827-09-22

TnA,ELLtNG."--" My patience" my
patience" c,aculatcd aunt Hannah tho other
day, as she dropped one ofiho newspapers from
her hands, Z" my patience, my patience, what
do folks mean, by bringing so many s'oan'-
boats into our river - only look hero -thetc arc
now no less than four steamboats, plying be-
tween this port and the city Of Now-YorN' and
here is the 9Th announced TO mako her ar-
uearnn,r. 10 run for five dollari--what will
this cxirayagant ago como tc! my pa,ioncc,
NV patience. whom ! was young woman, Cap
tain Som Gclic, %Nactci uecl ~ TintWr,
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PAVILION.

VyHE subscriber has the pleasure ofinformg
ing his friends and the public, that OWN :
TO the liberal patronage he has received, he has
tecn enabled to make several improvements to
this elegant resort for gen,ee. company. a
suite Of apartments have been fitted up expressly
for the accommodation of private families, where
they can enjoy undisturbcd, thel finest scener,
upon Narraganse,t Bay. As respects the sour
ces Of amusement necessary TO place OF this de-
seription, they will be under such regulation
as to render it worthy Of being called the Ma
hsnt OF Rhode-lsland.
Mavo BENJAMIN r. FOSTER.
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FURNITURE.

HHAIRS, of all descriptions; Tables, Blu
u rcaus, Bcdstcads, Sofas, Secretaries,
Looking Glasses, mahogany and gilt framc;-
Brass Andlrons, Brass Kettles, Feathers, first
sort; and in fact, every article called for IN
Furnishing Ware Rooms, at Nos. io3 and ioo'
Westminster street, next to Elder DAVID
PIcKERING's Meeting House, by
X. q. ALLEN.
To M,c,ttNr MAKERS Just received,
goo gallons best Copal varnisb, warranted
nureI,A. Smiths make. For sale at reduced
rrr;cos. August 10.
Literary cadet and Rhode-Island statesman. [volume] (Providence, R.I.) 1827-1829, 1827-09-22
CHOICE PEACHES.

FIR UT HILL, NORTH PRO VIDE.NCE
"HE occupant Of this fashionable place OF
IL resort, respectfully informs his friends
and the public, that il is now opeE for the
summer season: 1t is situated on an cmincncc,
which commands beautiful view Of the ada
cent country, and it is admitted by all who
have visited it, to be delightful place of re-
sort for those in pursuit ofease and comfort
His Peaches are now ripe, and consist of the
choicest kind; consisting of Fscnch and vari-
Gus other kinds; he keeps all other kinds of
Fruit that this climate affords; his Bar is sup
piled with choice Liquors, Wines, &c. his ta-
BILE will at all times be furnished from the
choicest selections of the market; his very
commodious Hall is furnished with Swings,
which is an agreeable exercise for gentlemen
ond ladies': his long Alleys are in the best Or
der for the accommodation Of those who will
please 70 visit his House for recreation. A few
foardcrs can be accommodated. All those
wishing to enjoy the country during the sum-
mcr season, will improve their health by visit
ing Fruit Hill, where they can nhale the pure
atmospheric air.
PETER THOMPSON.
North Providence, Sept. s..
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80 TO BOSTON.

COMMERCIAL LINE OF STAGES.
Fare reduced TO 81, from Providence to
Boston.
NNHE Citizens Coach Company have used
II. and are still using their utmost cndeavors
to run the Commercial Linc of of the road, that
they may have an opportunity Of again DOOM
ing passengers to pay them three dollars for a
passage to Boston. But it seems the public
ale determined to defeat their object by the
patronage they give the Commercial Line.
u Stages will leave Providence every nom
ing at O'Clock. Books kept at Wilder's,
July H. A. FULLER.
Literary cadet and Rhode-Island statesman. [volume] (Providence, R.I.) 1827-1829, 1827-09-22
SNOW & uIIRRART.

SToRES 2s and 81, wcstminstcr-street
- have received the principal part OF their
Fall and Winter Goods They would particu
larly mention, of the last importations, a large
assortment Of Thibct-wool Shawls; fashionable
silks, among them, plain, plaid. and worstcd
Gros dc Naples French Embroidery &C.
or Ingram Carpctng, their assortment is large
than usual. September i9.
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CRITICAL NOTICES"

AS this is an age Of criticism, an age Of
learning, wit and eloquencc, we think, we
shall be excused, if VIC undertake TO criticise,
or review, two of the most abstrusc poems, ev-
er written, and which. for some fifty years,
puzzled the brains of Doctors Johnson, Ar
buthnot. Stephens, and other sage commenta-
tors, whose literary mantles we would not pre-
sumo
Literary cadet and Rhode-Island statesman. [volume] (Providence, R.I.) 1827-1829, 1827-09-22
DANCING ACADEMY.

KTR. SCHAFFER respectfully informs his
IvA friends. patrons, and the public gcnor-
ally, that his fall and winter term will com
mcnco at Franklin Hall, on Tuesday after
noon, September IL. Young gentlemen VINO
wish to form class for an evening School
are requested to call on Mr.. Schafcr, at his
residence, No. 81, Westminster street.
August %. II.
Literary cadet and Rhode-Island statesman. [volume] (Providence, R.I.) 1827-1829, 1827-09-22
SIfprpEJNE BEAyER HATS.

UUsT received, few dozen supcrliuc bca-
s yer Hats, of very superior quality
Also, a very extensive assortment OF castor,
roram. and imitation beaver Hats, of almost
every description and quality, comprising more
than an hundred dozen; which are offered Tor
salo on tho most reasonable terms.
WILLIAM J.. ALDRICH.
n. u. One invariablc price strictly adhered
~ scptcnlbCr D.
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NORTH-PROVIDENCE.


"HE subscriber has lately taken charge OF
IL this Establishment, which has undergone
a thorough repair. The waters Of these Springs
are extremely heathful, and have been found
very efficacious in n variety Of diseases. The
waters are chalybeatc, intcrmingled with par
ticlcs of sulphur. Every variety of refresh
mehts will he constantly kept on hand, for the
accommodation Of pleasure parties.
Thcromantic situation Of these Springs, and
their proximity to Providence and Pawtucket,
it is believed will make them place of popu-
lar resort. GEORGE kOBINSoN, Jr.
August Is.
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were not originally written as they stand, and
the reason for this conclusion is very obvious,
i. c. because, mice and strife do not rhyme
do not jingle together any better than "char-
coal'' and windmill" We opnc they orig
inally stood thus:
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ANAWAY

HNRoM the subscriber, on tho llth ult.
BENJAMIN G. West, an indentod aPprrcn-
t;co. whoever wi II return said apprentice,
shall be suitably rewarded, but no ,, charges
paid. CahIo ''i "i'
September 8
Literary cadet and Rhode-Island statesman. [volume] (Providence, R.I.) 1827-1829, 1827-09-22
WATER PROOF BOOTS.

TUNHE subscriber has on hand quantity OF
IL Cum Elastic Shoes. which he can attach
Ao old boots, with lasting and elastic &C,
,mcnt, rendering them impcrvious to cold and
,wot--thc expense will be less than repairing
with leather, and boots prepared in tins man
rer, viii! be found much more comfortable,
and lighter than leather ovor-shocs.
s. G. SMITH.
Sept 10 No. II Wcstmlnster-kow'
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----------- 10 wear,
Unworthy wTetrhes a, we are.o

The first Of the poctical productions under
consideration, which will engage our particular
attention and profound reflection, and conside-
ration, is that entitled, Z" Little Tommy Tup-
per-" and was written six and thirty years be-
fore the Christian Era, by one Sinbad Haca-
buke, learned scribe, who lived in Bagdad,
and who between writing and fishing, cobbling
and tutoring, managed, as an ancient profane
writer remarks, "to get comfortable living -
But to the poem:-it reads thus,
"Linle Tommy Turper,
Sung for his supper,
What shall have!
White bread and hutcr.
flow shall l cut il, without any knife
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STAGE FARE REDUCED TO FALL

RIVER II CTS.
A CCOMMODATION Stage leaves Fall
N River at half past 6, A. M. on Tuesday,
Thursday and Saturday, returning the same
days-lcaves Providence at half past o'clock
p. M. Books kept at Horizons, Wilder s
(Manufa cturcrs' Hotcl) and at the Franklin
House, Providence, and at Blake's Hotel,
Fall River. If. August 20.
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e" Ny raiicher, .Ny Po&cace." This
expression, has by Various writers and lcx-
cographcrs, been laid down as a " jdnkcr-
iSHi," originating in the id:om Of tho univ Scrsal
Yankee nation. 70 prove the iascy ofth>
assumption, we viii pause for moment, Is
rNc VITA, DIR. Robinson calls a Genet his-
tory of the rise aud progress OF the expression.
In tho days Of Iia .d,cdnutc, there dsolt oa
tho Banks OF the Avon, an old lady who had
daughter Patience, in whose name she even
affirmed to all her assertions, and when brought
to the bar Of justice, bong scrpulous about
al oath, she swoio by {" My Patience" Tho
oath or affirmation for many years existed,
and when Rorer Williams located hirns elf ia
hodc-Islaud, hc introduced il among hls col
ony, aud in all cases Of litigation, the dcro-
nuuts, sworc by g" My Patience the name
OF Patience Higgins, a maiden lady, who at
that time dwct on the margin Of the s.cl onk
River, aud was supposed TO be gifted with tho
| attributes of witchcrait. but as to tho cSpross-
ions, "noody Gracious, w cream, BY Jmgs.
end By all-6rolock," we cannot gam any tra-
cus OF thcir origin, and therefore set lem
| down among the common idGm of nc "khi.
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