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American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1827-12-28

The expressions used by Mr.. Jefferson. according to
Governor Coles and corroboraed by Mr. GilneT, who,
believe is thoroughgong supporter Of the Military Can
date, strongly sgnitcave of Mr.. Us opinions
General Jackson's civil qualifications but nearly
strong he be proved to have uttered. We will not
here repeat others that have heard Of because do
not wish TO be again called upon for names
With respect 10 what MIR j. represented 10 have said
OF President Adamss first Message Congress- there
clue to his dissatisfaction with part oft by the aid of which
the real ground of may be traced Tie passion of MIR
Jelersnns latter years" the ruling passion, strong in
Deah"-was the University Of Virginia To that oh ect
he had devoted, for several preceding years, all tho cul
ties of his mind and all the influence of his aud char
acter. To that Institution he lonked forward the Moth
Of Science in his beloved native State which she was
to owe future elevation with which his name and fame
were to be- and will be. inseparably Identified When.
therefore, Mr. Adams recommended the establishment Of a
National University here, Mr. j. probably took alarm it,
Such an establishment here, he might have thought, would
throw that OF Virginia into the shade, and thus deprive
him of the cherished hope that rich fruit would be gathered
to postery from the Seminary which he had carefully
planted and cultivated.
In this way, and otherwise, account for the
objections of Mr. ]. to Mr.. Adams's first Message What.
ever dlsagreeabc impression, however, il may have made
on his mind it any, very certain that that impression
was soon eaced by graver and reelection
for the conversation, the substance OF which re have here
toiore stated (and have above repeatedly held by him
but short time previous his death, and several months
after the conversations with him which Governor Coles
refers. Ma, Jusk
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1827-12-28
Edward Coles, Esq.

The opinions Of M. Jferssn-At length the public
relieved from uncertainty othe nature Of the t-snony
which could be adduce, support the statements given to
the world through other papers (and confirmed BY this
PRINT Of tie actual opinions Of Mr. L6ar.oa concerning
the qualifications Of Gen. jackson for The Presidency
There are hundreds Of individuals who could give
stronger testimony the subject than that which is
clearly given by Governor Coies Of Illinois, in his Letter
which copy day from Illinois paper. 4 false del
icacy has restrained these gentlemen from suffering their
names 10 be brought forward prove the fact; and for
ourselves We far respected their scurles that
though relying the authority Of their direct statements
u.s. have suffered the names 10 be dragged from
confidence by the cyasive doubts expressed the RICH
moni Enquirer and still less By the insoen denas OF the
Albany Argus and other papers Of the same hollow and
unsubstantial character The conversations of Mr.. TO
which we nave occasionally referred, and those quoted BY
Governor G. were held at distant intervals and between
MIR. and other persons than Governor Coles. The gen
eral coincidence 81 sentiment between them however, is
,oe remarkable TO escape observation 10 show which, We
place side by side and that Of Governor Coles
as follows
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1827-12-28

Honest Confession Mr. Cn member az the last Cen.
gess from South Carolina swho has uniformly voted wi Ii
his colleagues in opposition to the principal measures Of
the Administration, in late circular to His constituents
made the following candid confession
~ do sincerely believe that the principal leaders Of ha,
party 1.-The Opposition acuaed, with view 10 the
public interest, but to turn the other party of Office
divide the oaves and fishes and honors of office. They
abuse the Administration TO Themselves into power and
honor with no other view than their pyonofon 1t
these men had the power, should expect better adj
mnstrson from them than the present incumhen,s for
scb men are not to be depended for the public good
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1827-12-28
oun STATEMENT. AuG. 4.

oun STATEMENT, ACC. A..
Mr.. j. observed to a
friend that his faith in the
self-governinent Of the
People had never been 50
completely shaken as il
had been by the efforts
made to place over THEN
heads one who, in every
station lie had ever filled,
either military or civil,
made il a point TO violate
every order and instruc-
ton given him. and take
his own arbitrary Will A.
the guide d bis conduct.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1827-12-28
Copy IF letter from I. ". Gilmer, Esq. TO Coz
ernor Coles.

CHNNLOTTEsVILLE, May y, 1877.
Dear Sir: Yours of the 22d was handed me
this moment. | am truly mortified at the harsh,
and INDIGENOUS use which has been made Of your
name in connection with what seems to have been
private conversation. The truth is, if it must
be told, that Mr. Jefferson made no secret Of his
opinions of General jackson. As soldier and
patriot, the General was regarded by Mr.. Jeffer-
son, as by the American People, with admiration
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1827-12-28
nnrEnNon cows ] LErrrn.

CONVENTION rbLKs ! LETTEn.
,ook occasion Ia cay INA,
the great zeal which hsd
been ,lisoIayed 10 elect tbe
General, and the exlraor,iina
nv vote he had received, hs,l
made me ,loub, Of HE dura.
The ladies' garland. [volume] (Harpers-Ferry, Va. [W. Va.]) 1824-1828, 1827-10-13

M@"-fherc are moments in which that sam.
M'"S, which custom has termed sympathy, but
which truth must denomnate nature, will unfold
the genuine affections Of the heart in spite Of all
our endeavours to conceal them; and if there be
power which is calculated beyond all others, to
draw forth that graceful weakness. that indcscrba.
bic charm, which shews the human mind in all its
softcat attractions it IS certainly music The hui
man voice acquires something celestial, when tn
tered to the strains Of harmony, All the grosscr
parts of our nature to refine by the vibration
otsweet sounds, and the being blest with that soul
seducns power while il is exercised, resembles an
lmmoyal.-[ Mrs. RoJ5ns2a
The ladies' garland. [volume] (Harpers-Ferry, Va. [W. Va.]) 1824-1828, 1827-10-13
DR., BAILLIE AsD LADY PATENT.

The late DIR. Baltic, when in the hurry Of husi
ness, was sometimes rather irritable, and BETRAYED
a want OF temper in hearing the tresomc details of
an un.npoT'ant story After listening to pressing
account from lady, who allied so little that she was
gong to the opera that evening, he lad happily es-
capped from the room, and was descending the
stars, when he was overtaken by the latlys sister
eXclaIning, d" DR. l}alllie DIR. Baltic my sister
wishes to know whether she may cat an oyster
only one oyster, Dr. Baltic
D0ctr-"Nes m.'aln, your sister may cat one
oyster :"
Having recommended his descent, lie was stop,
PED before lie got to the first landing place, with
another exclamation from the lady, who had ran to
the top of the stars
LldY-" DR., Baltic Dr. Baltic nv sister
wishes to know whether she may eat t.vo oysters
Only t.go oysters, DR.. Baltic -
Doctpr-" Aye ma'am, your sister may eat two
oN sters -
The Doctor then made for bis carriage, thnkinr
his escape certain, bnt his foot was on the step'
he was stopped by servant, who requested hun to
return one moment, as his mistress had one word
NOR" to say to him. The Doctor returned
D9for--" Well ma'am, has any thing eytraorl
nary occurred within the last half minute :"
LHdY-O, d.. Baii!je, my sister wishes to know
whether she may cat three oysters, Only Myf,
oysters, DR. Balllie ~
D~ror-" Three, ma am aye, barrel, she'll
and all"
The ladies' garland. [volume] (Harpers-Ferry, Va. [W. Va.]) 1824-1828, 1827-10-13
A CHARACTER.

do not know any object more interesting than
an amiable young lady receiving her company, min
stering to their smusements, mixing in every little
tide of talk, and directing the whole pleasant but
thing that may be called talent to entertain compa
ny with grace and ease-to draw out the retiring
character of the reserved-bring congenial spirits
into cqualntance-afford wit its proper nutrmclt
and fancy its glitierng flashes. 4 large party
contains dispositions, tempers hkngs. antipathies,
&C. These the materials out Of vhch is to be
constructed happiness, delight and enjoyment. 1t
is the peculiar province Of women in polite society,
TO cement the different elements of happiness TO-
gether by her plastic hand In such situation her
skill is most seen as well as felt. Those females
who do it we'll. have the reward in the very act,
The ladies' garland. [volume] (Harpers-Ferry, Va. [W. Va.]) 1824-1828, 1827-10-13
VARIETY.
ANTIPATIllES.

Astrologers, who pretend they can explain
every thing, although they seldom know any
thing, assert that that natural feeling Of antipa
thy which men haze for certain persons or
things is produced by the Stars Thus two per
sons born under the same influences, VIII have
mutual desire of approaching each other, and
will feel reciprocal regard, without knowing
why-'n the same manner that others viii hate
each ether without any motive because they
happen 70 be born under opposite conunctions
But will they account for the antipa1ies which
great men have had for things the most com
nom Many instances which cannot be ration
ally explained might be mentioned. Lamothe
The ladies' garland. [volume] (Harpers-Ferry, Va. [W. Va.]) 1824-1828, 1827-10-13

How beautifully does the skin cover the whole
body, 1t is a fine net work, woven with divine
skill by Gods own hand.
The wisdom of God is seen in the formation
Of the teeth The foremost thin and sharp
10 cut tic food asunder. and the hindermost are
broad and strong, to grind it In pieces.
How wonderful is the sense Of tasting How
surprising the gift of speech, by which we make
known our wants and the Utmost sentiments OF
our hearts!
But il would take long time to relate all the
wonders that are evident in the human frame,
it is indeed, like beautiful harp Of lnnumcra-
bic strings, which is constantly kept in tune By
the gracious hand that first formed it. No hand
but his, could keep it in tune for single in
slant We may, indeed, say, in the words Of
one Of our sweetest writer's
Heaven, earth, and sea, and fire, and wind,
Show me thy wond'rous skill
But review m, self, and find
Dviner onders still"
Oh that those powers which he created and con
stantly preserves, may be all dcyo,cd to his
praise
The ladies' garland. [volume] (Harpers-Ferry, Va. [W. Va.]) 1824-1828, 1827-10-13

Levaycr could not endure the sound Of any in
strnmcnt, and yet he experienced the most eN
qusitc pleasure in the noise of thunder Caesar
could not hear the Growing Of the cock without
shuddcring The Lord Chanc cilor Bacon fell
into swoon whenever there was an eclipse Of
the moon. Mary de Medics could not endure
the sight of rose, not even in painting, atho'
she was fond Of every other kind of flowers
The Duke Epcrnon tainted at tie sight of a
lcveret Marshal d'Albcrt was taken i'll at a
public dinner on seeing the attendants serve up
young wild boar or snc~.ng pig. Henry III
could not remain alone in room where there
was a cat lladslaus. Hing Of Poland, was
uneasy and fed at the sight Of apples Scaliger
shuddcred in every limb on behollins water
crosses Erasmus could not smell fish without
being thrown into fever. An Enslishman
once expired from the impression that was made
upon him by the fifty third chapter Of Isaiah
Cardinal Henry de Cardonna fell into svncopc
from the smell Of roses Ticho Brahc sunk
down from weakness on meeting large hare
or fox Cardan could not bear eggs the poet
Ariosto, baths the son Of Cra>sus, bread $50
Caesar Of Lescallas. the sound Of cymbals The
cause of these antipathies i, sometimes found in
the first sensations ofinftncy a lady who was
great admrer of paintings and ensravings
swnoned when she met with pictures in a book
The reason, she thus explained while she was
very Young, her father one dav perceived her
turning over the books Of his library to seek for
pictures in them: lie abruptly took them from
her, and told her, in severe tone of voice. that
there were in the books, devils, which would
stranslc her if she dared 70 touch them These
foolish menaces, which ale but too common
with parents, always prod"ec injurious ciltcts.
which cannot afterwards Be DESTROYED PIny,
who was as crcduous as he was cloquent. tells
us that there is such an antipathy between the
horse and the wolf that if the former pseses
where the latter has Just been, he feels numb
ness in his legs which prevents him from walk
lns.
J'nW!a.-JerYas whose name has been handed
to posteri'y in The works of Pope, with whom he
The ladies' garland. [volume] (Harpers-Ferry, Va. [W. Va.]) 1824-1828, 1827-10-13

Io'"!4.-jerTas, whose name has been handed
to posteri'y in tle works Of Pope, with whom he
WAS very intimate excessively vain OF his talents
and of his person. Having succeeded happily in
copying picture Of Titan, he looked first at the
one and then at the other, and then with parental
complacency exclaimed, Poor little Tit how lie
would staren Jervas had ven'ured to look on the
beautiful Countess of Bridsewater with more than
painters eyes; but neither his presumption nor
his passion could extingush selt-love. Ore day as
she was sitting to him, he ran over the beauties of
her face with rapture; :" but" SAID he al cannot
help telling your adyship, that YOU have not hand
some -" No :" said the Countess-"prav, Mr..
Jervas, tell Inc what is handsome ear ," Ieryas
turned aside his cap aud showed bis own.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1827-09-04

cords which existed in msny sta'es between lhe
governor and governed, by teaching them to unite
together sssinst common enemy nave tended t.
loosen he ieuda yoke ligh'enei he mind N
of prince aud people, AMI lead many aduiIrabir
results which Will MOI be the less duably adj sni,
geous, that they have arisen and arising slowly
and without contest.
lt bidding stlieu to the subject of Nspoiesn, ~ e
are called upon to observe that he was msn ,,ied
IN the two exiremi,ies OF the most exalted power
* the most neiisble calamity, & If he rasonali
appeared pFesumptuous when surrounded by the
armed force of halt world. or unreasonaby que
rulous when imprisoned within The narrow limits
of st. Helena, II Is .csrce within the capacity o.
those whose steps have never led them beyond he
middle path OF life, to- estimate either the strength
OF the temptations 10 which ne yielded, the force
oil mind which he opposed TO those which he wa,
able to resist
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1827-09-04
DONEESTEO.
From the Raleish Star.

WAKE CoUNTY, Aug. %, 1927
To JnesSTs. Laurence and LemGY:
Gentemen-Ibe incorrect impression attemst-
ed 10 be made on TIE public mind in relation %
the proceedings of he Senate OF the United Stale,
on the nomination of the Honorable Henry CLAW
as Secretary of State, in March, 1925, has placed
me In the unpleasant dilemma of srquescing In
what every Senator presen, must know to be
wrong, or submitting TO candid world The re-
marks, and The only remarks that were msde on
that occasion. l have, therefore, de- ermin ed 90
furnish them forthwith for publication. I will on
ly add, that several OF the most distinguished SEN
ators expressed concurrence 10 tie objection.
urged, aud declared TO me that they were pyepar-
Ell TO sustain them IN the event OF any member of
the Senate dC,Iring further investigation
Respectfully you're, &c
JOHN BRANCH.
Mn. PREsIDENT:- ~ I cannot, consistently
with sense OF duty, give silent vole on the
present occasion, must ask the indulgence OF the
Senate for few moments, while 1 shall attenp,
IN plain, frank and brief manner, to give then, he
reasons why / avn unwilling TO advise snd conssr,
10 this appointment.
am duty Impressed with the nomenton. du,,
we are about TO perform and tnr importance ~ M.
crisis, connected with tie deep responsibility .sbtct
attaches TO each aDJ every member; and hence ms,
sOcitude to arrive al truth by the bs.t te6.rtt4o
which have been capable Oi Lestowing on ibs
subject
70 guide and diTec, as on THE. as we'll AZ even,
other occasion, II may be well, frat, to look
the commission under which ems from winch = z
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1827-09-04
DEFANrMKNr or srArr.

MN 10Th August, 1927.
Ihe following Official notification oil the Block.
aIe OF AIgiefs, was made o the Minister OF the
On'ied SiaIas at Paris, OH he 9th OF June las,
aud 10 now published by authority Of this Depar,.
ment:
the Baron de Dsmas, Minister Of Foreign Affairs
- his most hTistian Majesty. 10 Mr.. Blown.
Envoy Extraordinary and minister PelnJpoten'
iIsTy oil the U. States to France.
fRANSLA ZION
SIRi mad the honor of announcing 10 Won. on
me 1'h OF this month, the departure OF naval d.
vision when tie King tboIgbt II necessary Il senl
TO Anglers, ~ order TO deaisnd satisfaction g., -
rong- OF which tie Dey had been p,,tl,, go
rance Ibis reputation not be mo hon -
the Iommsndent OF his .,Jalesty's .ou.d,on. -
conformity Nnh his oelers effscled the bIocEsds =,
f'e's' "hei WIS to commence on the lslb n
...'' iaon'b base he honor of informteg ,o,
~ ~ 'h's Proceeding; in consequence Of which
90 ,"e measures authorised By the law Of nations
VA De adopted and put 10 execution. = itb tees,d
70 neu raj vessels that msy attempt TO violate lie
O''okaie' gray you TO have The poodnes. 10
naRs your government acquainted wnh tbi, com
nave The honor to be, air, with high consids.
'ali"h' our Neiy humble md very obedien, .s,v,,
fARis; 21'n, 81 dune, 1897.
The BARON DE DAMAs
Mr.. BRorvN
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1827-09-04
. Child bic physician,
knd aHrg'd the foul tiilease."

This was the rather the case, ss Nspoleon's
knowledge OF the politics, interest, end character
"i foreign courts "ss excepting in the case OF tia
~, exceedingly imperfect. TIE peace OF A niens
inShi save Remained uninterrupted, and the essen
iisl good understanding betgixl Ffanee and Sweden
need never have been broken, If Napoleon could,
His,ors je c .vre lie u Pshnsa'a. ~ Gene
~ Toy.
Literary cadet and Rhode-Island statesman. [volume] (Providence, R.I.) 1827-1829, 1827-07-25
PROVIDENCE FLOATING BATHS.


VyHE subscriber having just completed his
Il spacious'floating Bathing House, respec-
fully informs the ladies and gentlemen of Prov
idence and its vicinity, that he has located it
in the cove, near the foot of Hydraulion street,
and in the rear of the Exchange Bank. The
building is provided with every convenience (;
will stand off where the current is pure, and
will be entered over safe floating bridge; and
from its retired yet central situation, it cannot
fail to invite the company Of those who prac-
tice cold water bathing. The apartments Of
the ladies and gentlemen are separated in an
effcctual manner, and those which are appro-
priated for the former, will not, under any cir
cumstance, at any time, be occupied by gen.
tlomcn%
Careful and attentive persons will be engag-
ed to wait on those who may patronze this es-
tablshment, and female will always be in at
tendance for the ladies.
The subscriber having at much expense pre-
pared this comfortable house for those dspos-
ed to enjoy the luxury Of the cold bath, or
shower bath, flatters himself that he shall be
iibcrally rewarded by the patronage Of a gen.
erous public.
Terms-Season tickets, So; single ticket,
~ l-2 cents; ten tickcts,Sl.
The house will be open from SUNRISE till
O'Clock in the evening, except Sundays, on
which day it will close at 9 o'clock, A. M.
June 9. ERASTUS FARNUM.
Literary cadet and Rhode-Island statesman. [volume] (Providence, R.I.) 1827-1829, 1827-07-25
PAINTED CARPETS.

OR FLOOR CLOTHS WITHOUT SEAM.
VUVHE Subscribers inform their friends and
IL the public, that they have on hand
larger quantity and greater variety of
ELEGANT PAINTED CARPETS,
than they ever have had before, twenty-one
feet wide, without seam, with all lesser widths,
some in imitation Of the Brussels Carpets, at
two dollars and twenty-five cents per square
yard, with great variety at lower prices. The
Proprietors Of this Branch of American Manu-
facturcs ask leave to call the attention of the
public to this extensive establishment, doubling
not, that the Workmanship will bear the test
of examination. Orders for Carpets, without
borders, furnished at few hours notice. For
those wished with borders, a correct plan of
the apartment, noting all bevels, or irregular
parts, with sufficient time for drying will be
requisite.
Coach and Chaise Makers are informed that
q great variety of small Carpets are always on
hand for their use.
Orders can be left with E. j. JNallett,
Providence, r. I. who has on hand, great
variety Of patterns for inspection.
SAMUEL PERKINS & SON.
Boston, may %. 3m
Literary cadet and Rhode-Island statesman. [volume] (Providence, R.I.) 1827-1829, 1827-07-25
MARBLE AND STONE YARD,
fs[PECK's wHARF.-M

W-PECK 8 WHARf.fU
TINHE undersigned, respectfully informs the
Il public, architects, and builders, that he
has now on hand, the most extensive stock of
Marble, Soap, Free Stone, and all the other
ornamental Stones and GRANTEES, ever offered
to the public, which he is prepared to sell on
the most accommodating terms. Among other
articles which he offers for sale, are
10000 feet Flag Stone
5000 do. Curb do.
60 Marble Caps and Sills
20 Tons Soap Stone,
Suitable for dressing rollers, for e-plac ces,
&c. This article, has of late, been introduced
verv extensively into manufa curing establish
ments, and for rollers, has been found deci-
dedly superior to any kind of metals; and such
Of the manufacturers as may need them, can,
at all times, be supplied, and at the Boston
prices, by making application to the UNDER
signed, at his Yard.
2 Italian Tombs, Of the choicest marble
3 Italian Monuments
Marble Chimney Pieces, Cat New York
prices)
100 Tons Free Stone, suitable for all kinds of
building work such as underpinnng, Door Slls,
Steps, Window Caps and Sills, Fire places, SC.
Calico printers are informed, that the UNDER
SiSuCu 10 Noho'ubtil SuPpicu WIN nhbpiO StohO
materials, to furnish them with Vats, an arti-
clio exceedingly desirable, and which are in
general use IN Europe. and have recently been
introduced in this country. Orders for these
Vats will be promptly complied with, and at
the quarry prices, including incidental expen-
ses, &c.
The undersigned would further inform the
public, that they can, at all times, be supplied
with the celebrated Not-mug, and Granite
stone, by leaving their orders, ten or fifteen
days before it is wanted; and as the UNDER
signed has long been engaged in the Stone bu-
siness and has carried it on to an unusual ex-
tent, he hopes to receive due proportion of
the public patronage.
In addition to all the articles above enume-
rated, there will, at all times be furnished, at
the "PRovIpENcE MARBLE AND STONE
YARD" an extensive supply Of Grave Stones,
Monuments, engraved in the most neat and
elegant manner, and which will successfully
compete with any manufactured in New Eng
land; and will be furnished at the lowest
rates. 1t would be almost impossible to de-
scribe the variety of articles, to be found at the
Proridence Marble and Stone Yard
and those who wish to be informed, are re-
spectfully invited to make call.
FRANKLIN COOLEY.
Providence Marble and Stone
Yard, Peck's WhaJ
Juiy 4, 1927. 6m