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Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-08-29

neater. wherever the ship may chance TO be- In
The Gid masts there are only five six great p,eces
and the hoops were driven on red hot, and con-
sist of simple circle. 1t was impossible; the re-
fire. 70 repair these masts unless by'laying down
the vessel in port and unshipping the mast.
His Maiesty's sIuop Beagle, which was PAID
of in October last, after being employed nearly
FIVE wears in the survey OF the coast OF SCUM
America. is to be again commissioned by her late
gallant and indefatsable Commander. Robert
Ftzroy, Esq. for the purpose OF completing MS
examination of that vast continent. Lieutenan.
]. c. Wuckham, late of the Adventure which
ship accompanied the Beag on the late survey
is appointed first Lieutenant; and Lieutenant d.
J. Sullivan. late Of the Beagle, second. Inc
natives of Terra del Fuego, brought home oy Com'
mander Fltzroy, having been taught some o' 'ne
most useful arts, are we understand u 'e'u'n ~
their native country in the Beagle.
Remedy for the ck,iaw.-We are informed
by friend that a sure preventive against inns Ter
rble disease is to take some strong soap, and mix
It with sufficient quantity of pulverlze,i chalk,
so as to make it of the cOnsisence fbuck wheat
batter-put it into cloth or small bag aud apply
| it to the wound-keep the chalk moistened with
fresh supply Of soap until the wound begins 10
discharge, and the patient receives relief. Our
friend stated to US, and implicit confidence may
be put in what he saws, thai he has known where
this remedy has been successfully applied. Sc
simple and so valuable remedy, within the
reach of every person, ought tobe universally
known. -Boston Transcript.
Conuersation-Avoidq quotations unless you are
we'll studied in their import. and feel their peril
nence. My friend -, the other day, while
looking at the skeleton of an ass. which had beer
dug out of sand pit, and admiring and wonder
ing at the structure even Of that despised sniAnl
made very NAL adrot use Of one. "Ah!" said
he, with the deepest humility, and simplicity
worthy of La Fontane, "we are feariully and
wonderfully made"
In argument, you need not ia Ike the trouble to
contradict positive man-let him alone. and he
will very soon do it for himself. Monthly Mag
Boring for Hafer.-An anxious and faithful
father, a Eeighbor of ours, had been lecturns
and counselIng dissolute and incorrigible son.
After most pathetic appeal to his feelings. dis
covering no signs of contrtion, -" what" ex.
claimed the father, 8. not one relenting emotion.
hot one penitential tear!'-" All father" re-
pI led the hardened son, "you may as we'll leave
off BORING me. you will obtain no water | can
assure y0u."- Salem Observer.
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COMMUNICATED.
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JL. Ediior:-Would it not be proper for eve
nv citizen subject to militia duty, in this place,
to take into consideration the propriety OF paying
more attention to the efficiency OF volunteer as
sociahons.
AT present we have but two fully organized,
and two more in forward state, neither with
their tul number. The uniform in either is not
expensive, and one might be raised, the uniform
not to exceed one dollar and half. mean such
as was WORE by the late g Alexandra Lafayette
light Infantry" (and neater and more efficient
company never existed in Alexandria, As our
Government does not support standing armies to
protect Us, TO whom have we to look, but to those
associations, for protection, in case of an unex-
pccted inuasion of an enemys Surely you would
not think of calling out the undiscipiined mill
tar
have merely limited at the subject and hope
some ADLER pen will take it up, and in short
time our town will have large number OF ell.
cient citizen soldiers. U. A. u.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-08-29

The following enthusiastic but beautiful de-
scrip,ion Of the American Eagle is from the Pc
destrious tour of E. Evans, Esq.
..Whilst in the Missouri territory, and not far
from the banks of the river, a bald eagle perched
upon tall and blasted oak, attracted my atten-
ton. 1t was in the forenoon, and he viewed the
sun with an unb!inking eye. Whilst was ad-
miring the strength Of his form, and the majesty
of his aspect, Wild turkey flew from neighbor-
ing tree, and lighted on the ground The eagle
Immediately bounced upon his prey; bot ere Inc
could effect his object, the turkey was shot.
might too have killed the eagle, but admiration
and awe prevented me. felt he was the emblem
and inspiration of my country; and at that mo-
meut would not for ten thousand worlds like
ours, have cut a feather from bis wing. There is
something wonderfully impressive in the nature
of this bird; and it is not surprising that the Ro-
mans were devoted to it. When quite lad. l
MORALLY wounded an eagle. supposing it to be
hawk. 1t was a half hour before it died, and du-
riue this time my heart was filled with mingled
emotions of regret and awe. felt as though l
were witnessing the last moments OF some merl-
torious hero, who had fallen upon the bills OF his
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-08-29

fame. This noble bird fixed his eyes upon me,
and without single blink, supported the pangs
of death with all the grandeur Of fortitude.
could not endure his aspect: shrunk into my own
insismfcance, and have ever since been sensible
Of my own inferiority."
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-08-29

DR.4IVS TO-MORROH.
Grand Consolidated Lottery,
Glass No II for 1881,
7 be drawn at Wilmington tDcl ON TUESDAY. Aug 80
66 NUWBERS-l0 DRAWN BALLO1S.
2 Capital Prizes Of $4,000.
Tickets 81; halves 2; quarters L.
New York Consolidated Lottery,
Extra Class No IS }or 1851,
Will be drawn in the City Of New York on Wednes'
day, Aug 81
Sc NUNBERS-I0 DRAITN RALL0IS.
HIGHEST CAPITALS:
/ Prize of $4,000 l prize of Sl,30O
/ prize of 5000 do of 1000
do of 1000 etc. etc. etc.
Ticketss4 halves 90; quarters 90.
To be had in 8 variety OF numbers at The OIiee Of
7. E0RSE,
Lottery md Erehangt Broker. 9i.rondrin
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ALEXANDRIA. DC.
MONDAY MORNING, AUGUST %, ls,,

.'Many Citizens" may expect publicity will
be aiven'' to his communication. when he sivo,
US his name. We thought our rule on that head
was well known.
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DRAU.S 7O-MORROJt

DRHUS IO-MORROU
Grand Consolidated Lottery,
Class No IL for 1851,
Will be drawn at Wilmington Del on Tuesday, Aug so
66 NUMBERS-10 DRAIN B.4LLOIS
Capital Prizes Of $4,000.
Tickets IS; halves so; quarters rs.
New-York Consolidated Lottery,
Extra Class No. IS,
To be drawn in the City of New York OH Wedne slay,
Angus, 81
66 Number Lottery-1O Drawn Ballots
HIGHEST PRIZE SIS 600
Whole tickets ~; halves 10; quart ers 90.
To be had in a variety OF Numbers a,
JOHN c. MANDELL'S
L0tfery and Exchange nGce.
" Orders from the country will be promptly at
tended to.
Drawing the
Delaware State Lottery.
For the Benefit Of 81 Pettr's Church. Class No. Is,
90 IL SO 6 8
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DR.AH,S IO-JIORROW
Grand Consolidated Lottery,
Glass No. II Jr 1851,
To be drawn at Wilmington, [Del.] on Tuesday, the
30th ofAugust
Sc Number Lottery-lO Drawn Ballots.
2 Capital Prizes of $4,000.
Tickets 81; halves 2 90; quarters 90.
New York Consolidated Lottery,
Extra Class No. Is fur 1851.
To be drawn in the city Of New York on Wednesday,
August 81, 1881.
CAPITAL PRIZE $4,000
Ticketss4 o.: halves 90; quarters 0O.
To be Ind IN variety OF numbers,xt
+. II. WHITES
letter. Office, Royai,he'
" orders from the country specially attended to.
Drawing Of the
Delaware State Lottery.
Far tie Benefit Of ST. Peters Church, Class No IS jor
1884,
90 IL Sc 8
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-08-29

Virginia Elections.-Carter VI. BraIto0'
opposed Mr.. Coke 10 the Williamsburg D'a'
on the ground that he had pronounced o''I
Jackson as e" illterate as pig has de'''"'
contest which ne saw was hopeless.
MIR. Coke will, in the Virginia delegation :, .
! with Messrs. Barbour, Chinn, and o'hef' ,
can no longer 8" 60 the whole" or the 10" "
with Jackson. =.
Gen. Dade's majority in Orange over NJ,
ton Is ia. Patton's majority in the e','
which have already voted, sends him to VI"
the last county in the district, 4jl ahe4u'
leaves no doubt of his election. Mr.. Paw
side with Messrs. Chinn. Barbour. &c e..
Mr.. Barbour's majority in the d's'n'' ,...
QUEER and CuIpepper, is 76s. "aIIaceO'~
a majority of 1873 in Fauquier. -,
The aggregate vote in the Northern W. ",,,
trict was for Chinn 900. Taliaferro $50;
majority Is.
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american Aonthty Magasme.-We see by a
Circular addressed to the subscribers of this pc
riodrcal, that it is united to the New York Mir
ror and that joint establishment is to be edit
ed by Mr.. Willis in connection with Geo. P.
Morris, and Theodore S. Fay Esq.
We understand thata poem is to be delivered at
Brown University on the day preceding Com.
mencement by n. P. Willis. Esq. This ami
versary takes place on the seventh of September.
Boston Gazette.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-03-19

the shores of the Chester river for ors,.., -
boats it is said, are from Phiadel phn, nj "a
completely armed for defence, knowing ts sS'
are violating the laws of the State, which ~,!
a punishable offence for any foreign ye.s.
fish for oysters in any Of the waters Ct tS;s y
The instruments used for oys,eriny -. ~,
drags, likewise violation Of an act Of I a.. y
bly,, and punishable oilence) Gre,. s':
ment exists amongst our citizens, who ar sm y
loss how TO proceed in the matter. W.
not be wise for the proper authorizes 10 ANY,. ~
an armed vessel to scour the shores Of our r F,,
AID apprchcnd these marauders? VIA, ~" y Y
use of legislation, if such fellows are ,lI"ms,a ;
pilfcr our oysters IN defiance of law and o'l
We hape something will soon be done i; "I 4
Matters
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-03-19

COMMUNICATED

COMMUNICATED.
The Anniversary Meeting of the Hlbernian
Society was held on the morning of 18th instant,
Isl. Patrick's Day in the Mechanics Hall. AT
ter the usual business, the following gentlemen
were elected:
DR.. JOHN RIcHARps, President.
DIR. JAMES CARSON, Vice President.
JAMES DOUGLAS, Treasurer.
CHARLES MURRAY, Secretary.
Rev. JOHN SMITH, Chaplain.
DR.. JOHN RIcHARps. Physician.
RoBERr |. TAYLOR, Counsellor.
Managers:
Bernard Bryan, Robert Brockctt,
Edw'd McLaughIane. Edward Smyth,
William Egan, VIM. Morgan,
Edward Sheehy, Hugh Leddy.
Atll O'Clock the Society weat in procession
to ST. Mary's Church, escorted by the Indepen-
dent Volunteers, under the command of Captain
Brockett, where an Address was delivered BY
the Chaplain OF the Society. The Society were
highly coupimented by the Ladies. who beauti-
fully decorated the Church for the OCCASION
After the Chaplain had concluded his Address,
the Society returned in the same order to the Me-
chanics' Hall, where refreshments were prOvid-
ed. After the most friendl congratulations from
one 10 another, Captain Brockett ordered his
men to form a line, when, by particular desire,
GEoRGE WASHINGTON p. CUsrIs, Esq of Ar
linsion. who honored the Society with his COM
pany on the occasion, addressed the assembly in
a strain of eloquence and with force of feeling
that was felt very much by the audience. HIS
subject and manner only be described By the
burst Of feelings which so frequently interrupted
the orator He spoke about one hour.
After which the whole company was highly en-
terta,ned by the excellent performance Of the
Band-delightful Irish and American airs-suit-
able to feelings Of lrishmea and Americans.
After the military withdrew, Mr.. Gusts and
the Chaplain Of the Society retired; the Society
resumed business. when the following resolutions
were unanimously carried:
Resoired. That the thanks of this Society be
rendered to Capt. Brockett's Company Of Vol
unteers, for their politeness in escorting them
on their anniversary.
Res1lUet, That the thanks of this Society be
rendered to the Rev. Mr. Smith, for his appro-
pirate discourse delivered the anniversary in
st. Marv's Church.
Resoired, That the thanks of this Society be
rendered to 6. w. P. Gusts, ESQ. for his pa
triotc and philanthropic address, made before
the Society.
Resoired, That the thanks Of this society be
rendered to Mr.. Pierpoint. for his kindness in
giving his school room for their accommodation.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-03-19
ORIGINAL POETRY.

A NUPrIAL HYMN,
Composed for Kidding at Mount Eagle, Pa
Source of every JOYOUS blessing.
Touch each soul with harmony
Here we've met, thy word approving,
These to join IN unity.
Band of cherubs round attending,
Zoo them 20 The Happy Land.
With thy choicest appreciation,
Consecrate this nuptiyl hour,
And wi,n kindest condescensicn,
Smile upon the bridal pair
Gusr.l OF Serapb, round sitend them,
Oa their ,ooy 10 the HAPPY Land!
BE their hope and consolation,
IN their path. way TO the tomb.
Give to each kind reception
At the marriage of the Lamb!
Choir of Angels shout them we'come
JYhen he'pe reached The Happy Lsn't
MARcai5.
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PRESCRIPTION.

Commodore Brinbridge has been removed from
the situation of Commandant Of the Navy Yard in
Philadelphia. Was he unfit for the station in a
professional view? Certainly not Hadhe been
found guilty OF any official misconduct? Even
suspicion is silent on that score. Had he neglect
eel the duties Of his Office? No one exceeded him
in zeal and fidelity. What then was the nature
OF his oHences
Perhaps the gallant Commodore had offered
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CoMMuNiCArED.
siARca IS.

Ma. SNowpEN-l was not a voluntary candi-
date at the late election in the Second Ward for
members of the Common Council. 1t was cons-
dered my duty to present memorial to Coun-
ell regarding that election; as the only means to
obtain for the property-hO!ders and most substan-
tia voters some redress for their violated rights;
for that reason only presented a memorial. A
seat in CounciI is but 4 thankess and trouble
some post If YOU try it YOU will find it so, sir.
1t is something worse when it is accompanied or
followed bv malignant and impatient SANDER,
however worthless the slanderers may be. am
not candidate at the election approaching. IL
the Ward do elect more diligent and capable
men. my interest will be better promoted, and L
shall be well cOntented,
JOSEPH VAUDEVILLE.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-03-19

Eiar! Depredation!! Defance!H- this
belIigerent heading. the CentresiIle (Md.) Times
holds the following language:
.sW We understand that several oyster sIoops,
probably dozen, are now engaged in securing
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-03-19

The Supreme Court rose yesterday. |, i
Georgia question. the Court refused the M,a y
ton prayed for by the Counsel for the Cner,t,.4.
The Chief Justice went down Yesterday i "a
steamboat Potomac,
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1831-03-19

There is wight answering to the name of
Daniels, who is editor of the Camden, S. C. Jour
nal, aud who is one of the most incorrigible ways
breathing. lie has an amiable Penchaatfo for bur
lesque; and he has INDUCED it to all excess on a
recent visit of Mrs. Royal. in his region. She
was, according to her own account welcomed IN
to the town, with acclamations, by Daniels and
his compeers. The following description Of
their solemn and melancholy parting, is from that
sombrous tome IS The Black Book" The sepa-
ration Of Dido from Eneas-of Pyramus from
Thisbe. or Faiconcr's sailor boy from bis mis-
tress on the banks Of the Thames, are here all
eutdone. Hear the venerable amant describe
the heartrending scene in her own eloquent Ian.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1831-03-31

VALUABLE AMI
MOST ADVANTAGEOUSLY SITUATED.
icing desitous to cur,ail our business, we shall
g1 Jffer for sale on Monday, the q Of May next, on
the premises, at 10 o'clock, the following described
property, at public auction to the highest bidder:
Terms, will be one third cash-one third 6 months,
AID one third IL months credit; purchases giving ap-
proved negotiable NOES, with approved endorserJ and
deeds Of trust, or the titles retained until The notes are
paid.
Lot No. Ia Nail Factory and Rolling and Silt.
ring NM, built Of stone and brick, two stories bish.
aud 10 ieet In length; consisting OF 2 wafer VIII eeIs,
Ia machines Tor cuttirg ~sheathing nails OF all sizss al
same operations; 1 spike ditto, for cutting spikes from s
10 8 inehe'; l cylinder ditto, for cutting sprigs and
brads OF every description; l sett Rollera and Sliiers,
complete, attached to a wateT-wheeI, I3 by Is feet;
Ar Furnaces, for heating iroT; Smiths Shop in the
Oa'einent story, and a Lathe for turning rollers. The
whole Is upon a large scale, and we'll calculated for
an extensive business, with an ample supply of water
Lot No. "A NM for grinding Plaster Of Paris,
oulii win wood, and a par OF 4 feet stones, with q
10 bushels per hour
Lot No "a SAP Mn, with 3 saws, well con-
siIuc'ed' Ills a frame building, and lie upon lease al
$500 per annum.
Lot No. An Trimming and Blaeksmihh's Shop,
= stories high, built Of stone and brick, 90 by % leel
With | overshot wheel, entitled TO 20 in ches OF water,
and is now upon lease a 5000 per anDum.
Lot No. 81 Corn and GTist Mn, buut Of stons
apd trick, 2 stories high, abou, 36 by 25 feet, Q pair
oil o feet stones, an oversbo-wheeI double seared,
elevator, &c. all complete for grinding corn, with very
little manual labour.
The above property Is situated In the City Of Rich
mond, on James river, and opposite to the Capitol. The
Nail Factory, Plaster Mhl,and Saw Mill, have a head
and fall OF ID feet water, which is susce pt.ble Of being
improved to Is feet al a small expense; the Corn Mill
and Trimming Shop, have a head and fall Of "a feet
Further and more minute particulars, as 10 the rights
ana privileges which purchasers will be entitled 10,
viii be made known at the time o. sale
Possession VIII be given Of each establishment on the
ISL July next or at such other period as may be bar
gained for at the sale.
PHILIP HAXALL h co.
Vrginia, CITY Of Richmond.
MAR Sl' l09-tds.
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valley OF toe Mis.issippi. Iii hspf TO see that there
IL nothing sectai ian about Il; but that the whole chris
tian church unites In its al, aucemen'. Aud il is not
lees happy TO see, that the narrow spirit OF political par
~, or OF temporal dominion 10 The church, has no con-
Germ io this case ,ha, the great o. jeets In view, are OF
universal concern, The diffusion OF high, aud knowledge,
and ths deep and wide disseminau N Of ths pure re.
ligio". without which human virtue deg nsra'es mo
an ernty show, or a hypocuical Ins rum, ut Of ambition
That this truly robe and teut volen plan may be plac-
cd nader wise AMI judieious direction, hat it may b,
crowned with sucs.ssty HIM, who alone has pow CT
TO crown IL, and that The kingdom OF the Redeemei
mag come, isthe iervenI wish and PRAYER OF
Your 'elow-ciiz n, WA. WRIT.
The Rev Mr. BRrcKENRIDGE
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1831-03-31

1Vdftondi Bank The books Of subscription 10 the
National Bank, were r~e-open.d on Thursday LAT.
About 100000 dollars OF the capital (Which is $50, 900
dollars) had not previously been filled up; when the
books Closed, it was found that about A, 600, 900 of doll ,rs
had been subscribed.
We stated, two or three days ago, that the Hon.
Albert Gallatin was appointed President OF this Bank,
and that it will 70 into operation about the fret Of MAY.
nv y. Mey. .Hdp.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1831-03-31
BOUNDARY DECISION.

Inc Portland Advertiser says, a letter was lately re-
csiveh ny Governor Smith of Maine from the President
OF me United Safes, communicating the fact. that he
had not received any official information of The deei.;on
Oh the Umpire in regard to the Boundary Line.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1831-03-31

a letter from London, OF Jan. 20. published in the
Montreal Gazette, men ions that il is generally under
stood the following alterations in the inter colonial
trade will be submitted by the new Ministry in Par
lament.
THE suites finally arranged on the trade between
Canada and the United States are 25 per cent. less than
those prop sed by the late Ministry, and all duties to
cease 10 hive years Afterwards. Wheat and a, ur from
the United States to 20 ne through Canada to the Yves,
Indies dnty tree. A hint is given that eventually both
wheat and flour will come to this country from the
States through Canada duty free.-M. Y. yMer. .Adu.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1831-03-31

Inc Boston Centinel publishes a letter from Havre
o. the sh Feb. CAST date) states, that &c The n-ws
"" u oy EsNie'te, 49,, hat the final Gnstrer of
the X ng of Frasce to the Belgic Depu alton. has NOT
yer oeen g'ven,Eso that tn Due de Nenours NAV
YET De hing OF Belgium Itis conjectured that The
England" "o
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1831-03-31
TO II OF THE
18th CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

OF NORTH CAROLINA.
Fettoto- CtftZens IL had intended adore ,sirO , C.,-
eular to you, giving my views upon the state and sondi.
non OF our common country and although, at no no.
ROD OF our history, has the waichful vigilance Of ma
'rlolsm been more emiDeDtly demanded than a, n,..
sent, and although II would have afforded me mucb
pleasure TO have given you, in detail, the causes which
Ienuer 'bis vigilance necessary, yet am compelled.
rom 'he press oil business, and the constant attention
! mus necessarily give to subjects Of grea, importance
20" before US, to cont Mt myself with giving ven a
biei but comprehensive statement Of our 6scsl Con
Germs Tor 'he two years Of General Jackson's admin.
ls'rauon aud which, l am pleased TO saw. have bean
managed by faithful and compel. mt agents. and are in
: prosperous and hourishiog condi hon, and continue n
country. '" ia" upon the
me ioIowIng exhib ts a full statement Of The onsr,.
sohs o. ne treasury, during the year 1929, being the
hfst year Of the present Adminisf,a linn Dn,ioa H.,
year, the receipts into Inc Treasury amounted ~ S2h
5zI62I 30, which was derived from the foIloyinn
sources: ~" "' '0"""'pB
Duties on merchsndiz. and ton.
mage, 1922 6S1 965 81
Sales Of public lands, I,5I7,I75 10
in'ernal duties Of 1914, 1862 "a
DIee' taxes Of 1914, IL, 1886 O5
surplus compensation OF
eus'om-hou'e officers, 40, 752 So
Dividend on stock OF Bank
Gu. s. 400 nm nm
For patents granted, 10 800 90
+ om the Mint, $50 90
From various o.her sour.
ces, 4T.956 OF
24,s27. 627 80
And the balance 10 the
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1831-03-31

The whole amount OF the pubic
deb, on the 1st Of Jan. of :he pre-.
sen year, amounted to
In this, however, is included seven
miilians OF dollars TO the Bank of
the United States, for which the
Cove rnment pays interest a, the
rate oil D per cent, which, the di-
vidends paid the Government by
the Bank, is at the rate of seven
per cent, 90 that this sum is not
really a debt due from the Gov.
eroment-and is, therefore, TO be
deducted,