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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1832-03-02

His wife then ran out of the house and
he alter he!; ne soon overlook and butch
cred her on the spot returning, he m ct
a sou few rods from the house, IL years
OF age, whom he murdered, and before
he reached the house met daughter
whom he also killed. He then went in.
to the house and murdered three other
children in their beds. Having muir
dered his own family, and his thirst for
blood still dissatisfied, he started of, and
called up one of his neighbors, and at
tempted TO kill father and sou, but
they defended themselves against him
and he was obliged to retreat. Sove-
reign had, as we are informed, several
times threatened TO murder his family
when drunk; but at this time he stated
that he was not drunk, and that he had
drank nothing for three days previous.
ID. Ado.
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Good Bargains.

THE subscriber having erected suita-
BILE buildings at Scottsville, intends en-
gaging in business at that place. Having
on hand a general assortment of
.DEkY GOODS
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 182?-183?, 1832-03-02

to We congratulate the people Of
ocottsville, upon the rejection of their
measure Of locating a branch of the
Bank Of Virginia at their village-wbich
was elected on Saturday, notwithstand-
ing the Jealous exertions of MIR. Ran
dolPh to get it through the House.
we hope they will consider 0eH. be-
lore tney again apply for fatal privi-
lege. Let them contrast the fiscal situa-
uon OF the county Of Augusta, with any
county IN Virginia in the immediate Vi
cinlty OF Banks-Dcbt, rotaries, shavers,
and change OF the hands which hold
property, follow in the train of Banks
Wig.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27

h,,neb At Albany 1haye seen the Peution.-
:. an",,;os among the leading applicants, the
80 IF Martin Van Buren,, Benjamin +. But
~, na" William L. Marcy, and Charles f. Dudley.
,rhs two last mentioned gentlemen are now no :
..hI. senator's in Congress, who, IN the tecth OF
.s;s ,nrI,catiou. made under their ownihands'
vot,d against every proposition IN favor u .ne
R,nt during the late session OF Congress. but
i:,,,s petition from the Albany Regency, Tor the
.stahI;.hment of a Branch at that place, was not
snnugh Mr.. Van Buren,, therefore, with MS
,,'.n 5,nd-so strongly was he then IN favor OF
a. Rant.-wrote an urgent letter In behalf oil
che ,nnlicariou. Such was the posture oil things,
when The Albany Managers discovered, that
,hrou,b the delusive safety fund scheme, they
couId seize the substantial control OF all the oia
R,nks and Grasp the stock of the new ones, aad
IN addition to the political influence which the
,,ossession of such power would give them, en-
sbe them also, in the event of getting rid OF the
Ranches of the United States Bank, TO exact
screen psr cent, interest upon their discounts IN
s,ead Of sir,-,he rate Of diccount OF the Branch
e5. =, -.
The device was worthy of its authors-exact-
~ in keenino with the conduct OF those who nave
t;,ca aujac,ously proclaimed in the Senate-house
of the Union. that their political principles have
M deeper foundation than private gain, and tha'
their governing maxim is to seize upon lne
=. spoas'' Of the people for prey. Inc next
s,ep was to bring the President out against the
Bank of the United States. preparatory to ITS de,
struc,on. Ii was true that he hal just pledged
himself in its favor. But no matter: Mr.. van
Buren, was his Premier; and the willy Secretary
well knew what apron string topull to mould
the " nose of wax" to his purpose. A private
meeting of the Master-Sprits was then held IN
Albany. at which it was agreed thatthe President
should be brought out against the Bank. Inc
Argus may deny this statement 1t II Pleases. -
But it will do no good. know who the persons
were attending that meeting; and can prove IN
4 Court of Justice when and where IT was held,
by whom it was attended, and what were the
steps ssreed upon. Suffice it to say, that the
measure was matured, as have stated, and such
further arrangements taken as would secure the
success of the conspiracy at Washington. MOI
were they disappointed in their calculations
Knowing their men, their measures were consul
crately taken; and, thus far, the voice OF the
people. and both houses of Congress to the con
trary Notwithstanding, they have marched steadi
~ forward towards the accomplishment OF thel
corrupt aud sinister purpose.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27
EDUCATION.
AlexanAria Academy, u. G.

UlHE subscriber respectfully informs his patrons and
i the public that the exercises Of this Institution
will be resumed on the first Monday in September.
The course of instruction will comprise the Latin,
Greek French and English Languages. Tin the pr.n
ciples and doms of which the students shall be tho.
roughly grounded;) Bellies Lettres. E"cuton, Natu:
raj and Moral Philosophy, Geography. Astronomy and
the usual branches of liberal education.
Strict attention will be paid to the scholars in the
English department They will be carefully instruct.
ed in the English Grammar, History, Geography. the
use of the Globes Arithmetic, Book Keeping, Mathe'
mates, &c. Both the Classical and English scholars
will be frequently exercised in composition. declama
tion &c The earnest wish ofthe subscriber being TO
prepare them for the business of active life, their stu
diesand efforts shall be sedulously directed to that i'm
portant object. The morals and manners of the pu'
pills will also be attended to.
The subscriber having been extensively engaged in
building. for the last eighteen months was. Of neces.
sity, called off occasionally from his business; but he
takes pleasure state that The for such inter
ruption is now removed, and that he has made such
arrangements will enable him, in future, to devote
his time and attention exclusively to his profession
The Principal could accommodate four young gen
tlemen in his family TN reasonable terms.
EDWARD HUGHES,
aug 20--2awtf Principal.
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IN COUNCIL, AUG. "a, 1882.

A motion was made and carried, to refer the
application of A. d. Harmon, for the remis-
sion Of wholesale tax, to Messrs. Miller, hough,
and Brockett.
An application from John Harper, for an over
charge Of Tythables in the Sd Ward, was re-
ferred to the Assessors.
Ordered, That the President Of Council be
added to the Committee in the care of the petit
ton from the Watchmen.
An application from Thos. Blackburn, for the
remission Of a tax improperly charged to WIN.
Smith, was referred to the Assessors.
memmorial to prohibit the retailing of ar
dent spirit for limited time, was referred to
Messrs. Jameson, Taylor, & Housh, to consider
and report upon.
Mr. Hooe from the Committee to whom was
referred the memorial Of Newton Keene. and
others. made report, accompanied by bill, which
being read the first time, was on motion laid upon
the table.
On balloting for Corder of Wood and Bark,
to fill the vacancy occasioned by the death of Eli
sha Talbot, John Rumney was duly elected.
Ordered, That the Auditor report to the
Council at their next meeting what has been the
expense of fuel for the Watch House for the
years 1929, 1850, and 1881.
An application Of Robert 6, Violet for the
remission of wholesale -four tax, was referred
to the Assessors.
An application from Jno. NJ. Monroe and Mr..
Simpson for the remission Of taxes was referred
to the Assessors.
The Council then adjourned
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27
COMMUNICATED.

JLr. SaO,edea-'rhe Resolution passed at a
Jackson Meeting in Lancaster County, Pennsyl.
vania, which you re-pubsh in this mornings pa
per- Washington was the hero, the statesman
aud the patriot, and therefore the Father of his
Country; Jackson is the hero, the statesman and
the patriot, his great equal in purity and energy
of purpose, aud therefore destined 10 be the
Saviour of his Country, reminds me of toast
offered by heroite at public dinner in vii
age In Virginia. not fifty miles from this place,
-" General WAsHINcros. our first .forsfathr;
General JACKSON, our second torsfather"n-
This classic aud chaste toast was suppressed at
the time; but have ALWAYS considered it a great
loss to the world, and therefore send it to you
now. Yours, q.
August "a
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27
Young ladies Seminary,

Brooke Lodge. on 81. .4saph Street, Jetwesn
King and Cameron.
NXTULTAM NJ JONES informs his friends and the
w public that the duties Of his School will be re.
suined on the first Monday in September next La.
tin. French. and the useful branches of complete
English education. comprise the of study
all arranged to Init different capacities In order to
produce habits Of industry and love for literature
connected with ohe fac tiles of the Institution, is
Free Library of upwards Of hundred and fifty
lumes carefully selected from the best authors, to
which gradual acc zssons will be made. AS neither
zeal nor attention will be relaxed, he hopes from the
experience of teaching Female School eleven or
twelve years, and stendlng particularly to the i'm
provements made in the science Of Education, lie will
be enabled give general satisfaction TO his patrons
Experimental, knowing the good effects resulting
from examinations. and CO opcrston o! those inter.
ested he respectfully invites them 10 call frequently,
and witness for themselves his system Of instruction.
and the regular progress and proficiency Of his pupils
Teachers among the most approved and best quail.
fed will be employed TO instruct in French, Music,
Drawing. and Painting.
Aexandris, August 2, l8}2-3m
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27
j Card.

MRS BOURNE returns her sincere acknowledge
" ments TO those Young ladies' who have waited her
RETURN and informs them together with the ladies and
gentlemen of Alexandria, that she is to be found at
Mrs Rebscca rsylor's, King street, where specimens
Painting and drawing from Nature taught in eight
lessons dissatisfaction be not given, compensation
will be expected Also, Max Work and Ebony Work
Mrs d. solcits the ladies to call early, as her time
will be limited in the District ofCoumbia. jy25-tf
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27
The Sirlh Session Of Mrs. PORTERS
Seminary FOR NOung AaAies

NV Ill. commence on MONDAY, the iNh OF pep
TERMS:
B,arl and tuition in al the branches of English
Instruction. one hundred and fifty dollars per year, of
forty eight weeks. payable quarterly in advance.
Washing 80 per quarter.
VIII CHI they rank, four six, eight dollars per term of
twelve weeks
Music. Piano, Harp and Guitar Si3
Drawing from Nature, Landscape and Flower
Painting, in oil and water colors 6
Velvet Painting, in oil and water eoiors S
Wax.work and Chinese Ornamental work S
Latin, French, Italian, and Spanish, each 6
In addition 20 the present teacher employed in the
above languages, an European Lady is expected to re-
side in the family, who will promote the habitusl use
Of French and Italian in conversation, aud conduct
,,aiy course Of reading in each language.
The Primary Glass will be taught Reading, Spelling,
and Mental Arithmetic; Plain and Ornamental Sewing
in all their varieties.
Use ofriano, s. per quarter, Harp and Guitar IS.
Scat in Church, 81 per year.
Pupils. who desire us, attend Mr. IIallowell's Lee.
lures on Natural Philosophy, Chemistry. and Astrono
my, at two dollars per season.
Each young lady must be provided with bed, bed
ding AMI towels; table and lea SPOON and silver tum-
bier.
A unifnrm is worn daily in winter, consisting Of
blue wors,ed dress and black apron; plain muslin
handkerchief, leather shoes, and colored hose. On
Sunday, similar dress, with cape ct the same mate
rial; straw bonnet, ned with due, ana crimson rl0'
bon cloaks of dark blue. Summer Dress Of blue gng
ham during the week, aud Sunday white Dress
blue belt and the same bonnet IS in winter with blue
ribbon
This Institution is at all times accessible TO those
who wish to learn its arrangements. Parents are par
tculary requested to visit the school rooms during the
hours Of recitation, and examine the mode Of usruc
ton, discipline and progress fthe pupils
REFER no
Rev R Keith aud Professor Lppitt, Theological
Seminary.
Rsv. William Jackson, Rev C.. Mann, John Roberts,
Thomas Fairfax, Thompson +. Mason, Lawrence Lew.
is, Richard B Nason Berusrd Hooe, A. c. Cazenove &
Co, 1. 2. Thompson, VIM. Fowle e Co. George
Brent, DR.. T. Semnes. T. Snowden, Esq Alexandra.
DC.
Col Domford, Hon. Levi Woodbury.. Commodore
Rodgers. Commodore Morris, Messrs Gales Seaton,
Washington, d c.
Temple Mason, Temple Hall, Toudoun Co Va.
Henry Turner Whestland, Jefferson Co. Va.
Hon Daniel Webster, Massachusetts,.
Gen John Mason, Georgetown
ALEXANDRIA, corner of Duke and Washington sts
aug l0-2awtlstOct
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27
Farms and Fisheries for sales
iy 20-2awts

offered for sale, the valuable Estate called LEX
Il INGr0N, lying on end at the mouth of Occoquan
River. in Fairfax County, Va. This estate contains
upwards of 1900 Acres of good farming LAID will.
an abundance Of ", od and Timber. It has on it :.
very handsome and large
6S..sI DWELLING HOUSE. and o,hc. good i'm
E5a.sl provements.
On tbs estate are two Fisheries: one, called Sand
Point. is very excellent Shad and Herring shore con
sidered equal to any in that neighborhood, and is fish
ed at small expense. The other has not been much
fshed of late yeas, but formerly considered We
ry good Landing This estate will be sold aItog ether
divided 10 suit purchasers, into g s. or 4 farms
An excellent Farm could be attached the Fishery
of from to 400 acres which would be very convenient
for nanurng from the same. Another, of similar size
could he allotted with the Dwelling House. The resi-
due of the Land, having much wood and timber on IT,
will be very valuable to any purchaser.
Deer and other Game, well as Fish and Fowl, arr
very abundant on this Estate. Ills about twenty miles
below Alexandria, and five from Occoquan Mills, o,
which latter place is thriving village and extensive
manufacturing establishments For further particular
and terms apply to Thomson =. Mason, Esq. OF Alex
andria d. c. or to the subscriber, now in Georgetown
ID. G.. G. MASON
aug 13-Staw4w
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27
James EiordAn,

BOOKSELLER &. SIa2IONER,
HAS the honor TO inform his fellow citizens that he
4 q has taken the Store, corner Of King and Roya
streets, lately occupied by DAVID MARTIN, deceased.
The Book and Stationary business VIII be- continued
in its various branches; and share of public patron
age is respectfully solicited
u New Publications in Science and Literature re.
gularly received
Alexandria. aug "a
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27
Sacred Music.

nyER'S SELECTION, consisting of about three
IL hundred approved Psalm and Hymn Tunes. and
a concise introduction to the Art Of singing including
Supplement, containing variety Of admired Tunes,
not inserted in any former editions; 9th edition, en-.
larged and improved; price Is cents And, by the
same author the "vocsl precep,or," cont.ining the
Ganut, with lessons and examples. designed express.
y for learners price 25 cents Received for sale by
aug 24-3t +. KENNEDY.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27
Mount Vineyard NUtel.

Ias( The subscriber begs leave to return his thanks
EsiE, to his friends and the public generally. for the
heretofore extended TO his Father, and
hopes by strict attention TO business. to merit con.
,iniance fther patronage The above establishment
is situated shout four hundsr1 yards west OF
F7IRFAY COURT HOUSE, vi.
at the spot here tofore as private dwelling by the
pure water, is excelled by no psce whatever He
will accommodate L aides and Gentlemen in the most
comfortable manner and the most reasonable terms
either as travellers or as Boaraers, by the week or
month.
Ladies and Gentlemen des'rous OF Leaving town dur
ing the summer months, would find this comfortable
ana agreeable retrest being only IA miles from Alex
andris, and S from Washington and Georgetown.
JOHN T. BRONAUGU
Mount Vineyard, August 9, lS32-3w
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27
70 the Lnsolvent Debtors Of
THE UNITED STATES.


NOTICE is hereby given to certain Insolyent Debt.
~ ors of the United States, or persons who were
debtors to them previous to the first day of January
1851, in any sum Of which they are unable to pay,
other than persons indebted the principaln off
cial Lond. or for public money received by them, and
not paid over accounted for according to law; for
any fine, forfeiture, penalty incurred by violation Of
any law Of the United states-tbat the undersigned,
appointed Commissioner of Insolvency for the District
of Columbia, has Office on 9th street. opposite the
General Post Office, where he attends from o'clock
in the morning until in The afternoon. for the purpose
of examining into the books, papers and vouchers Of
such Of the said lns0lvents and Debtors may apply
the Secretary of the Treasury Of the United States
to be released from their said debts.
WILL: HEBB.
Washington City. aug 22-4t
JOR PRINTING
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27
PHILADELPHIA, August "a.

Health Of the City.--The Cholera is gradually
disappearing from Philadelphia. The cases for
the last week have been comparatively few. and
the mortality much less alarming than heretofore.
Yesterday tony-eigt new cases aud Ten deaths
were reported. slight increase upon the report
of the preceding day. We are Informed, how
ever, that large number of the cases reported
yesterday, were attributable TO an Indulgence IN
green corn. cucumbers and melons. -Inq.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27
IIand md Mills for sale.

PURSUANT to Decree Of the County Court Of
Fairfax, pr nounc. on the 10th day Of this month
in suit wherein John Dye and others Plaintiffs
and BENJAMIN Pridmore and wife Defendants, I viii!
proceed, on the 5th day Of September next on the
premises to sell, at public auction, 10 the highest bid
der. credit Of six months, to carry interest from
the day Of sale,
THIRDS OH 7RACT OF LIND
8s4ss in the County of Fairfax, called and
EElR known as Dyes Mill Tract, situated on the
sTS waters of 'Pope's Head" and - Bull RUM
<@AnA together with two.tllirds of Grst Mill,
Saw MILL and Pulling Mill oil in good order, and il
neighborbood furnishing liberal encouragement t.
those improvements. Also,
ONE OTHER TRACT OF LAND,
to the former, in the County, Oh the waters
OF johnny Moore" and Bull Run" and containn,
one hundred and sixty six acres more or less which
was sold by \ G. Cszenovc to Mary Dye, and
ONE-HALF OF A LOT OF GROUND,
Of about twelve acres. in the County, and in the
immediate vicinity Of the others, which last mentioned
Lot of Ground was conveyed oy deed to John Dye
and Mary Dye by the heirs Of Waugh, deceas
ed, which deed is recorded in the County Court oi
Fairfax.
Bonds, with approved personal security, and dceG
Of trus, OH the land, will be required the purchasers
u. HOOE, Commissioner.
~ 20-2awts
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27
BALTIMORE, Aug. 25.

The existence Of the Cholera in this city has
produced no change appar entity in the pursuits Of
the inhabitants. We have looked with some at
tention, in our walks, but observed no shops or
warehouses closed. Dwelling, houses are many
of them always shut at this season, from the alb
sence Of the residents; but the number of such is
not increased since the ascertainSa prevalence Of
the Cholera. From conversation with a great
number ofphysicians, we learn that the disease is
almost xclusively confined to the imprudent and
the Incorporate. Patriot.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27
NORFOLK, August Is.

NoRFoLE, August Is.
Notwithstanding the most unpropitons wea.
ther since our last publication, OF alternate rains,
sunshine aud heavy atmosphere, the improve
ment in the late affecting pestilence continues,
as will be seen by the decreased mortality, and
we cannot learn but of one new case OF danger
Gus character. This assurance is very visible IN
the more cheering aspect of our citizens, and the
resumption of more activity and spirit in every
thing around Us.
Report of Interments for the "a hours ending
this day, Aug. IS, at noon, 81 white, and
conred persons.
In Portsmouth, The same felicitous improve
ment is manifest in the health Of its inhabitants.
From Tuesday until yesterday 10 A. Nj. there
had been no new case Of Cholera, and no death
from that disease.
Our messenger, this morning, brings US the
additional intelligence that there was only one
new case in the last "a hours, which terminated
fatally; the person Il coored man OF intern
perate habits, who had been exposed in the rain
during the day.-Beucon
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27

Public Sale Of Dry Goods

Public Sale OF Dry Goods.
IA III. be sold st auction, with reserve. in Alex.
w andris, on wednesday. the 18th day Of the pre-.
sent month.
A LARGE STOCK OF DRY GOODS,
mostly very Desirable consisting Of Bleached, brown
and plaid Domestcs; Linens, Diapers, super and CON-
mon Cloths and Cassimeres and Cassinets; Flsnnes.
bazes. Dress Silks in great variety; Cscoes and Cling
hams; brown and white Drillngs; French Linens;
Lsces, Wells, Gloves, Hosiery and in short, almost
every article suitable for Dry Goods Store
This sale will be worthy the attention of Country
Dealers, well those in town; also of private ind
viLuaIs Terms will be liberal, and made known at
time OF sale. GEO. S. Rough,
WM. l.. HODGSON,
Trustees Of Isaac Cannell.
aug % WM. ID. MUTT, Auctioneer.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27

BALTIMORE PATRIoF OFFICE, !

FTIudy, CI1Vk, = NJ }
The Markst.-The wagon price for Flour re-
mains at $3.50; sales from stores at S6.62a cash
and we understand that some lots have brought
sc. rs on time. Ther has been some transactIonse
in Proysions-we hear Of the sale Of consider
able lot of prime Pork at Sl0iall, and Beef
tprimel at SS. 25aS.50; Lard at 9a99, and Hams
at 10 c;a cargo Of Tar was taken at Sl.62a;
some sales of English Island Molasses at Sac;
white Corn is selling at 66l67-we hear Of no
sales Of yelIow-no change in Wheat.
Extract of a letter dated Liverpool, Goth Ju-
ly-s Our markets, as noticed in ours of the
10th, per Canada, remain dull, owing to the IN
quiet state Of France, and the evident increase
ut Cholera here. The fine weather is quite ia
Norable to the crops, winch promise abundantly."
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27
FOR NOstOn.
Schooner for Sale.

.6S& We are authorized to sell q SCHOONER, OF
$500 to 90 TONS just completing at feocomi'
CO, and can be delivered carly next month; the car
penter's work neatly done and the vessel painted.
She may be rugged by the purchaser. For further
particulars inquire of
aug22 GEO. JOHNSON & Co.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1832-08-27
SALES AT AUCTION.

Valuable Wood Hand for sale.
II WILL sell to the highest bidder. on the 18th Of
Il September next, lat Gunneips Tavern. the
Georgetown and Leesburg Turnpike Road, four miles
above the Little Pals Bridge,y
IlSah 100 ACRES OF WOOD LAND,
situated Immediately on the Potomac River,
about seven mites above Georgetown The
1E soil Is OF first rate qialityi the growth prin
cipay Oak and Hickory, with proportion of valuable
Timber suck as Poplar. " hite Oak, nc
There IS safe aud cheap convey ance for the Jim.
Der AMI wood TO the District BY means of the Chesa.
peake and Ohio Canal.
Persons disposed to view the above land will please
call OH the subscriber. near the premises. =
N0rTKON BALL.
Fsirfax County, Va aug 27-2swtlsthsept