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SUPPLY OF WATER IN CITIEs.-It would seem from some of the late periodicals, that the attention of the Parisians has lately been drawn towards the very imperfect supply of water in the city, and measures are taken to introduce water works. In the report of the committee appointed to examine into this matter, we find it stated, that the supply of water by aqueducts, SSc. in several of the ci- ties of Great Britain is as follows. To each individual there is distributed per diem in
 London, 21 gallons,
 Manchester, 12
 Liverpool,
 Glasgow, 26 !"
 Greenock, 16 !"
 Edinburgh, IF " Of course, but small portion of this is con- sumed, the remainder being employed for washing, bathing, &c. The editor of the journal from which the above is taken, calcu- lates, that for the same purposes an individu- al in Paris does not get more than gallon and half. It would seem that they must be a dirty people in comparison with the Eng fish, even after making all due allowances for the use of bituminous coal by the latter, which of course renders necessary more frequent ablutions both of person and garments.
Alabama state intelligencer., 1831-03-23

dence. )-The government of the U. States is most earnest in soliciting our Ministry for the liquidation of their claims; this debt will amount to five millions of dollars. It will probably be paid in perpetual Rentes, or by inscription, similar to those for the English debt, recognized by the treaty of Oct. 1928.
 The most interesting article in our Gazette is prophecy by Prime Hohenhoe, who pre- diets the immediate destruction of Paris, Ly- ons, Geneva, and four other cities, marked out by the finger of the Lord. These cities are to be destroyed, like Sodom and Gomor- ra, with showers of flaming sulphur; after which they will be restored to happiness un- der the pateinal sway of Charles X. These events are to take place before the purihcation namely, the 2d Feb. Well, but half Ma drd believe in this prediction, and await its fulflment with the greatest anxiety. We have heard an Apostolical of distinction, say that this was great blessing for Spain, as it would be saved the necessity of fitting out ar maments.
 PORTUGAL. of the sickness and death of Don Miguel are renewed. It is un- certain whether they are entitled to any de- gree of consideration. Gallignani's Messen- ger says :-
 A letter of the 31st ult. from Lisbon, ai- nounces that Don Miguel was suffering under violent convulsions, accompanied by vomiting Efforts were made to conceal from the public these facts, which are attributed to poison.
 The Messager des Chambres of Jan. 20th says :-It appears certain that letters and despatches have arrived at Paris, announcing the death of Don Miguel by poison. This news has been confirmed to us to-day from a good source. We wait for the details of this event, the importance of which will render the political affairs of the south of Europe as
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-04-30

We copy from the Winchester. Va. Republi.
can the annexed notice of the celebrated Col.
Crockett, of Tennessee.
He is a selE-made mana practical Legislator
For many years he drove a wagon from Berkeley
county in Virginia, to Baltimore, and in that
school, which gave him SO many opportunities
for studying human nature in the lower walks OF
life, he laid the foundation of his future course III
the Halls of Congress. Becoming in time, the
ow ner OF a team, he commenced the Tennessee
trade, which opened a wider field of observation
and adventure, while its profits yielded a lucra.
tive reward. His social and convivial habits,
rendered him the pride of his fellow wlgoners,
while his ~shrewdness and judgment made him
the umpire in every disputed point that arose
among them. The inference which he thus ac-
quired was always exercised with prudence and
generosity. In the quarrels which frequently
arose between the wagoners and the inhabitants
living on the route, his authority was. appealed
to by both sides, and his decisions acquiesced IN
by both, with perfect submission.
Becoming Nearied, at length, with the toll
some occupation he had so long though success
fully pursued, he withdrew to a farm in the
mountains of Tennessee, where he soon obtained
among his neighbOrs a supremacy as great as thai
which he had previously held among his fellow
wagoners. At the first trial he was elected to
the House of Assembly. where he attracted the
general gaze by his erotesque appearance, his
rough manners and jov,al habits, at the same
time that he exhibited uncommon indications of a
strong though undisciplined mind. He became
indeed, an object Of universal notoriety; and to
return from the Capital without having seen Col.
Crockett, betrayed a total destitution of curios-
ity, and a perfect insensibility to the g lions" of
the West.
Without further noticing Col. C.'s course in
the legislature, where he continued several years,
we shall briefly sketch the manner in which he
got into Congress. 1t was understood that two
gentlemen intended Offering for the seat, between
whom an irreconcilabie variance existed. Upon
the aununciation Of one Of them, the other as a
burlesque upon his abilities. caused the nomina-
ton of Col. Crockett. who lived in the district
to. appear in the same paper-the two annuncia-
tons being placed in juxtaposition, in order to
Lessen the character of the real candidate. The
author of the burlesQue remained behind the cur
tain. chuckling at the success which he fancled
would follow, in the defeat Of his rival. On the
newspapers being shown to Col. Crockett, he at
once saw through the plot, and instantly deter
miued to become a bona fde candidate, simply
to put down what he considered a base mannu.
vre against an honorable man. He accordingly
commenced the canvass in good earnest, rode
over the fourteen counties of the District, sought
out the wagoners and rustic mountaineersNin
short, electioneered with such success, that he
was elected by a triumphant majority over both
his competitors. He has since been opposed,
has never lost any Of his popularity; and it
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-04-30

e a INIT" firm AMI strong.
Bn, the Genera, in despair,
As he surveyed each chair,
Found too many eyphers there,
To remain u unit ong.
SO in . feserish fret,
Ills wits tn work he set,
To support his number one.
o! dreadful were his pains,
Not knowing what to do,
Till it fiash'd thro' his brsins,
And 10! the work was done,
A unit now remiins,
find faith i CIPHER too.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-04-30

One Of the county correspondents Of ! \
don paper, lately wrote - the editor, say,ls !
lit is with ertreme regret he is compelled y
tradict the report of a murder at Barnet ,
a disappointment to both parties.
Mr. Madison-Among the MONTH! n'J
OF Donations to the American Colonlzau@
ciety, we observe the name of the yenetaps.
President of the United States, James h''
as a contributor Of 100 dollars.
Worthy Of Record.-A tree, which grew
town of Lysander, in this county, was wv
in the latter part of March, 1880, tran'pSs1
the city of Hudson, prepared and pIa'e''
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-04-30
From tse United States Gazette.

on hxApIxa GIN. JAcKsoS's LETTER TO Mr.. IHsaAN.
General Jackson says.
In very courtly phrase,
When his Cabinet he made.
That they had come together
In spite Of wind and weather.
To Aarmenixe in trade,
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-04-30
SELECTED POETRY.
PORTRAIT OF A LADY.
Y.ss u,obalEeS,,,ayo h., H,reoIc

PORTRAIT OF A LADY.
Nth Embellishments By Herself.
Not reYy young-not rery pretty,
Not rery dull not rery witty.
knew (by i~nslinct) how to scoil,
And tslk'd (untaught) At nine months old.
In one short year, I learned at school,
To speak by rote-to look by rule;
Ifsund that all the world agrees,
A lady's province is to please;
whate'er her motive, means, or plan,
she must be charming, If she can.
Thought this hard, but could no, doubt il,
And SO, forthwith, . set about H.;
studied brayely, day and night.
To make such progress as I might,
Aud, (at some cost ct time and rest)
I'm now Gas charming" as the best!
ledge by Eashion-not by reason,
i only laugh in propcr season;
Whatever antics folly plays,
listen with a face of praises"
fyice or meanness cross my path,
check the ,hrob OF scorn or wrath.
By civil dulness sorely tried,
never yawn Except asideD
But play the fool with smiling ease,
And by appearing pleased, please!
Sometimes, through hurry or mistake,
Mn hOh atd NhSas VI SOhs1iSuSC SNACl
TEL The iruth!-a social evil,
A practice, neither safe nor civil,
A rudencss, l am veil aware,
Too gross tor well.bred nerves to bear.
SO half my besux have taken fright,
Give out hat I can read and write,
And call me .'cLerer"-out of spite.
At home Z caug ut with grieiI own
A useless learning than none,-
! learned to Mink-s dangerous art,
That mends the head. but sears the heart;
Yet, when the thinking fl is u'er,
Pm just as foolish as before,
Seeking Whist mischief may do,
And drawing likenesscs fer you!
Pm not a wit, nor yet /" muse
Isport no blue Out in my shocs)
I'm not "acccmplisbed"- nor a saint,
I neither proselyte nor paint;
The "ologies" are past my reach,
I read no Greek, and never preach.
But then, instead, At idle times,
make good buildings and bad rhy vines!
. hirt in Lady IS style,
can be cons,snt-fcr q while
Civil to rogues, to coxcCmbs COL;
I shun a rogue, but dread y fool;
With either IL one has TO dc,
The rogue's the safer OF the two,
Ny agei-s about some twenty four,
{ may be less-l won't be more;
lcxnnot count it pleased the tstes,
I never could remember dates.
Pm ofte gay, and some tines sad;
In temper, neither good nor bad.
But, as you see, with tongue and pen,
A little ssucy now anal then.
Folks say that am pretty, too,
Perhaps they lstter INC "a few"
81 all | refer the point TO your
I toss my head with so much grace,
You cannot choose but like my face;
My figures good my ANGLE neat,
Small hands, blue veins. and pretty feet!
No money! despise the pelf,
I am s%foitune in myself
This sparkling gem is still unset,
Good news for you-l IN single yell
My hcsrt-but move me gently -,
For hearts, you know. are puzzling gear,
Mine, If I have orc, is at best
Only a riddle, like the rest!
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-04-30
THE LATE CABINET.

The editor Of the Boston Courier heads a no
tice Of the recent cabinet explosion thus: ''Thc
administration in a blaze of glory" Whatever
doubts may arise as to the cause, it appears to be
well understood that the cabinet is fairly smoked
out.-U. S. Gds.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-04-30

We have continued reports as to the formation
of a new cabinet at Washington, but we believe
it is difficult to form the mit.-Nid.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-04-30

The Albany Argus talks of the Sc pure and ele-
waited motiyes'' Of Mr.. Van Buren's resignation;
Of the lueiE asd eloquent exposition of the
circumstances which occasioned it; of his ssman-
ly wisdom and elevated patriotism;' and GOT a
voluntary sacrifice Of power, place, and inRu-
ence, on the altar of his country's good"!!
There is nothing wc+ted to make the article
Of the Argus, in which the above phrases occur,
perfect, except a f~avorite caption Of that paper
Lies Of the day.-N. \. Com.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-04-30

The Washington coup d. stat has excited eve:
~ where a very strong sensation. In Boston,
according to the Commercial Gazette, "the iu-
telligence was wholly unexpected. and produced
a wonderful efect-an effect similar to that caus-
edby the news Of the late revolution in France"
The editor of that paper, who had always been
friendly to General jackson. remarks, that Mr..
Tan Buren's letter to the President must puzzle
every reader who cannot see through a grindstone.
Ma. Gaz.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-04-30

The seine haulers on the Potomac, are repre-.
sented to be doing a better business than thew
have done-for several years past. 100, 900 and
$1,000 herrings have been repeatedly taken at a
single haul, at several Of our nearest landings
during the current week.-Pou Tobacco Herald.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-04-30

|. THE designations doubt whether any
previous act Of the Van Buren, Administrator
gave such general satisfaction, even to its friends.
as the one which closed its short and disgraceful
career. 1t was, as an Administration, viewed
by one party with the most u%nmingled contempt,
by another with doubt and distrust, and even by
the friends Of the ~scheming Secretary, with ap.
prehension and fear.-BOsion Courier.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-04-30

On Tuesday at Il o'clock, the Legislature Of
New York adjourned sine die, after a session Of
l13 days. The number of laws passed was ss5.
They are chiefly of a local nature.
Among the most important of the public acts.
is the bill TO abolish imprisonment for debt and
to punish fraudulent debtors. passed on the last
day of the session, which will go into operation
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-04-30

Is questionable whether he is now as much uel'
fed by his constituents as General Jackson MIN
self. This, however, will soon be teste!' as ne
has ccne out against the GcneFa'' anu is q eau
| didate for reelection.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1831-06-23
A Assignees' Notice.

"E have this day received from Joseph II.
w Hayden of Newport, an assignment of all
his property, in trust, for the benefit of his credit
ors. They are therefore requested to present their
claims within three months from the date of this
notice. as when said time has expired, dividend
of his effects will be declared and paid upon such
demands as shall be received and allowed, on the
terms of the assignment. All persons indebted to
the said Hayden requested TO make immediate
payment to
EDWIN WILBUR, a.son,s
VIM. ENNIS, ) ''
Newport, May 25.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1831-06-23
PUBLISHED WEEKLY.
JAMES ATKINSON.
PUBLISHER AND PROPRIETOR.

OFFICE, corner of Thames-strect and Shcr-
mans wharf, II few doors south of the Brick
Market IL + Entrance first door down the wharf.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1831-06-23

Commissioners Notice.
TuNIIE subscribers having been appointed by the
u Hon. Court of Probate for the town of New
port, Commissioners TO receive and examine the
claims of the creditors against the estate Of
GEORGE $. SWEET,
late of Newport, dec represented insolvent, & six
months from the I'd inst being allowed for roceiv-
ing said claims, we will attend at the store of Mi
chael Freebon on the first Saturday in October x
November next, at 2 o'clock Z. Nj. for the pur-
pose aforesaid
NATHANIEL WYATT, }
JOSEPH ROGERS, Comnr's.
MICHAEL FREEBORN, )
ALL persons indebted to said estate are request
ed to make immediate payment to
GILES MANCHESTER, Adm RS.
May 25th.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1831-06-23

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Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1831-06-23
Mr1tCtue CbrGt9.

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With plain directions for Ships, and
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sE" N. B. The most particular
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Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1831-06-23
.'Tor know whate'er

Bcyond lis natural ieryor hurrics on
I he sangune tide; whether the frequent bowl
High seasoned fare, or exercise or toll
Prolractod, spurs TO its last stage tired life,
And sows the temples with untimely snow"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-12-02
Dry Goods, EEorel,yare SC

suited 10 the season, (and as general as some
others.)
He will sell upon as good terms as any
other in the place. He particularly asks
the attention ofthose who purchase to
sell again-to such, he will soreduce the
profit, as evidently to make ittheir in~
terest to keep up their assortment OF
GROCERIES from this place.
Tavern-keepers end families can have
any quantity of articles packed and for
warded by earliest conveyance, at such
prices as to make il their interest to send
orders.
]. III. continues to receive g. forward
produce and merchandise up ordown tn
country.-His Lumber-house is now at
tached to the store, which enables hir
to give personal attention to that bust
ness; and his family is now SO situated
that he will be found every hour in his
store, unless away upon its business,
which enables him to assure his friends,
their orders and consignments shall have
prompt personal attention in future.
Fair prices in CASH or Goops will be
paid, at all times, for Flour or other pro-
ducc.
Scottsville, October 81, 1881.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-12-02
JOHN HARTMAN,
I'm the new Rrick-NOuseg
WesiG1.HHcssrs.J. STAPLES Geo.

HAS IN STORE AND is RECEIVING,
40 tons Plaster,
500 sacks Aston's Liverpool Sled Salt,
Every superior)
so 3" ground Alum,
80, 900 lbs. brown Sugar,
1000 " white Brazil,
5000 green scented Coffee, some prime
l,2Qe g OLE Java,
l,l0c gallons Molassss and Syrup, (supe-
rior family article.)
1000 lbs. Now England and Pine Apple
Cheese.
% boxes Bunch Raisins,
20 bbls. Tenerifie, and Malaga Wine,
Some old French Brandy s jamaica Spirits
1000 lbs. Blistered Steel
tons assorted Iron, some light bars,
flat, square and round
1000 lbs. Nails, assorted sizes.
20 hbls.. Mlackerel, Shad & Herrings
Leather, Grindstones, red and blask Pep
per, Spices, Indigo, Nader, Shot, Powder,
Rice. Crackers, Wrapping and Writing pa
per, Hats, Shoes, etc. etc.-ALSO-
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-12-02
PASTURE LOTs,
AT Auction.


II having been suggested to the SUBJ
scriber, that number Of the citizens of
Stanton would be willing TO purchase
Pasture Lots near the town, he has de-
termined TO divide the large Gcld, lying
North OF the town of Staunton, on the
road leading 20 Miiler's Iron Works, in
to lots of ;, 4 & 8 acres, which he will
offer at public sale, to the highest bid.
der, on the first MONDAY in Decem.
Der next, if fair, if not, then Oh next fair
day.
The proximity Of the above property
to the town ofStaunton, and its general
character both as to soil and exposure,
are such as to render it peculiarly suita-
bic for the purposes proposed.
The terms will be accommodating.
The payments will be divided into three
equal inStalments, at IL, Is S1?4 months,
free of interest, the purchaser giving
bona with approved security and the
title will be warranted free Of all incum.
brance.
ARCHIBALD STUART.
Nov. 18th, 1881.
n. B. A correct plot of the above
Lots will be left at Mr.. Benjamin Craw-
iord's store. for the inspection of per.
sons wishing to purchase, as soon as it
can be prepared. A. S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-12-02
FRESH GOODS


THE subscribers have received a great
part of their FALL AND WINTER
GOODS, and expect the residue daily.
Among the articles received, are
Superior broadC Vestings,
x Cassimeres blk, Ticking>,
-.6iue,& &c. $Bangup Cords, wide.
Silks, Beaverton,
Musilns,, sCassinetts,
Ladies' Giro. ClOaks, angola ,Poplm Grape
CailcoeS, and Gauze hdkfs
Ginghams, SDunstable Bonnets
Merlnos, BandannaS Flag hkfs
BombaZe,tes, Cotton Cloths Yarn.
Blankets, $Candlewick &c &c
They have alsoa very general assort-
ment of
Drugs, Medicines and Paints,
at prices much below what they have
formerly sold at. Among the articles, are
Syrup of Liverwort,
Monteratrs Vegetable Specific, (for COUGHS,
ConsumpLons, &c.)
Compound Syrup Of Sarsaparilla,
Chloride OF Lime,
IVA Ursi,
Opodeldoc,.
Essence Of Mustard, ~
Wormseed Oil, and
Worm Tea
Denarcotized Laudanum, SC.
They hare likeuiSe rariety Of
lIEw EOCES.
such as
Scott on DemonoIogy and Witchcraft.
Diary of a Physician,
History OF Insects
Kirkham's Grammar, 35th edition
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-12-02
TAILORING.

The subscriber still continues TO carry
On business in the house opposite the
Carrisge shop Of Mr.. Mccoy. where all
orders 10 his line will be thankfully re-
seiyed and punctually attended TO, in q
style ofworkmanship not inferior to any
in the place.
WA. "a. KITCHEN.
Stanton, Nov. d.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-12-02
NOTICE.

ALL those indebted to the estate OF
II. j. Tap, decd. are requested to come
forward and make immediate payment (;
and those who have claims against the
estate will present them to
GEO. ESKRIDGE, and } 49,,
THOS. J. NICHE, 1N" -
Oct. 2S.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1831-12-02
RAGS.

G3sThree cents per pound will be
given for clean linen aud cotton Rags
at this printing Office.