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Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-10-26

A correspondent wishes to know why it 10 that
so much specie is shipped of for the use OF our
souadrons on foreign stations. where there IS the
greatest abundance Of that commodity and ~nere
Bills of exchange might be readily converted INTO
Spanish dollars at high premium. he thinks
it peculiarly injudcious at this time, when the
want of specie at home is beginning to be felt as
serious Inconvenience. He instances the ship
men, of S2O. 900 to the Mediterranean, and won
ders that the Government should risk so large
sum in so small vessel as the Shark, across
the Atlantic, at an inclement season. we re-
eret that we cannot find reasons to satisfy our
ouerist; perhaps our prudent Government nave
decided that it IS saier to take the ilsk VI Tue
winds and waves, than the liability to damages
Norfolk Herald.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-10-26

READING, PA October 23.-On Wednes'
day last, large flock Of wiM geese passed over
this place. SO Iow that they might have been
reached with good towing piece, pursuing
their course to the South On Sunday. we are
informed, the mountains in Schuyikill county
were covered with Snow These crcumstan-
ces ma, be looked upon as precursors OF an
early Water.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13

bama, the charter Of which is already sccur.
ed nv subse rip,ion OF $3.50. 600. BY the peo'
nj. Of single county! From the completion
of the several branches, and their extension TO
ooin,s in Alabama, the securing Of an mmense
and expeditions in,erco"munication' eA'ene-
ing from Charleston to New orieels, Is anuci-
pated
"These projects are magnificent, and seem TO
be in. a fair way of realization. II the Athens
railroad is thrown into Tennessee, then Charles
ton. instead of New Orleans, will become the de-.
not of much of the immense trade OF the vest
The dangers Of the Gull navigation, the delay Oh
towing up the Mississippi, and the sickness OF
New Orleans will be avoided. so far as that trade
is concerned. The harbor Of Charleston IS ex'
ceIlept. com pairing u with other southern harOors
II is one of the healthest cities in the Union ad-
mirably adapted for the central trade OF a large
norton Of the west-of North aud South Carroll
ma, of Georgia, and perhaps OF the new Indian
country in Alabama.
"Ne,er-never was there an empire promls'
ing such glorious future as our country Prom's'
es, If the Union be preserved Our Imagination
can hardly exaggerate this destiny, IT folly and
madness do not throw il from US. The states.
man, who legislates for this nation, and thinks OF
but one point on its map, has no eye to see' ana
no soul to feel the grandeur. ay, we may ado,
the sublimity of the part which he is acting -
We of New England, with all our pride, with all
our institutions, our high and cherished assoc'a'
tious, must be but spectators, in one narrow cor.
ner, of the grand scene before US; and our cold
and rocky land but the nursery OF hardy men 10
fill the vast solitudes OF the ives"
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13
To the Editor of the Alexandria Gazette.

SIR:-I feel strong interest IN the prosper
~ of our common country, more especially ID
the welfare Of this my native secton.-and l 40
grieved continually to see that clog to It's aa
vancement, Slavery. which saps every fountain "
good-paIsies every limb from exer'IoD, and rem
ders US idle and IistIess spectators Of the gre''
and rapid advancement Of every thing that IS e.
celIent In more Northern sections of the eoo1'
try. think, sir, it must be PLAIN to srery n'"''
that Slavery is the cause Of This perfect stasor
ton of effort and improvement; and 1t Is os'
time that we were growing impatient Of %"
state Of things. think, that il more att'n ,D.
we're excited to this subject among slave hoI0e'
themselves, the only Efficient body in acton !.
this subject,-and better understanding ofO's"f
about among themselves as to the Opinions ~,
each other. and what was their real interest WI
the cause of freedom and the public good "oa .I
be greatly subserved. And to effect thi,.-,oU.
ing around for the hearty concurrence OF p'u,v,
ic and liberal planters, in all parts oil the eOoI
uy.-I subjoin the following statement
highly respectable planter Of Mary'ana' WV
owns about 100 slaves, of all sizes, tor whom
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13

The South Internal improvement in
telhceut editor of the Portland Daily Adverti-
ser, makes the following remarks upon the i'm
provements contemplated in the south:
"virginia is rapidly awakening to the devel-
ope,nent of her internal res0urces-aDd this
great State. uoder good auspices, may soon he
come what New York is. Meetings are often
called Subscriptions are generously made
Public attention is aroused-and there seems to
be a lively anxiety on ali sides to make the vt
most If the thousand opportunities which ma.
ture has given to land favored in climate, in
situation. in soil. too. badly managed asit Isl
10 North Carolina, also, the spirit OF improve
,ment Is up. The Governor OF the State, aud
other Distinguished men, are jealous aud active.
But in South Carolns. the people are already
REALIZING tho Dressings nf Industry and enter.
nr,se. ia he splendid success anb aliurins pros.
meets Of her Hamburg rail- road.
; This railroad is the largest in the United
States, and probably will be for many years-
Its importance has now fully attracted our at.
tention, by an address from Mr. Horry. which
we ace noticed in the Charleston Mercury. In
this. we are informed, that there is great pro
liability that this rai.road will be but the link
OF connecting many branches with the Atlantic
Ocean. Already, a rail road is seriously con.
tcmp.ated between Augusta. Geo. opposite
Hamburg. aud Athens, yet further 10 the inte-
rio. of Georgia, stretching towards Tennessee;
and vet another from Augusta towards the Chat
tahoochie, the river dividing Georgia from Ala
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13

fessions Of attachment to the people: hooesP',
ere cried ..the poor people,, and soutchered
them day after day Loud then be the profess
sions Of attachment to the people. All history
shows that it is the hest way to enslave them'-
They can often be derided in the persons OF their
represe ntatives, and only once IN fous years.
eau they act of themselves upon the ffesioeht
and then only indirectly.
If, however, during this clamor, any one sec.
ton of the country should become SO e1aspera'eu
as to undertake extraordinary measures OF o o.:
fence. let that Sc ction be denouuced-et the mill
tary be set upon it-bury for the moment all other
plans and inirisues, SO as to Fix public indigna'
ton alone upon their extraordinary measures
And when men become conspicuous IN opposing
TYRANNY, denounce them in the strongest and
most vindicriye terms. Aye, make all men I'M.
easy and Disconnected. that they may rebel, and
if in the spirit of liberty they should transgress
the bound, of the Constitution, arm with all the
vengeance Of the law.
In this article we call no names-we make no
application. We may only add, that in this coun'
try, SIX years ago, not man from the Texas 10
New Brunswick, dare think Of the dissolution OF
this Union, and now ito probable dissolution Is
in very many months. One State has already
been 10 arms. Anotheris preparing to SET at de-
fiance the general government The strongest
doctrines are afloat on all sides.
Corruption Is widely prevailing. Ofhce hunt-
ing has become a disease. Man worship is the
order of the day. In short, the administration
is so conducted that but few are made interested
in the preservation OF the Constitution, whereas
mutitudes are made Indifferent, and many made
decidedly hostile. No government can long be
sustained, except by force, unless It IS admins
tered for the whole people, and conducted ON the
true and liberal principle of respecting the rights
of a minority Portland Rdv.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13

We state on the most unquestionabe autbori-
~, that the annuncia,lon made by the American
Sentinel Of this city. that General Jackson, un.
der certain contingencies. will consent to run for
the Presidency third term, is entirely gratuit-
ous-contrary to the settled purpose of that dis.
tingulshed paIrot-oifensive to his principles and
his feelings. and unwar'anted by any act or de.
cIaraiOn now or heretofore emauating from him.
Pennsylvania.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13

The Uarren's Men. On Saturday morning,
about 9o'cio,k, public, attention was attracted
towards the Girard Bank, IN front Of which were
many carriages, from which we saw jung de-
tachments of seamen, dressed in their peculiar
garb. and vending their way directly into the
building, Ii was soon understood that these were
part Of the crew Of the U. S. ship Warren. re-
Gently arrived
These men appeared healthy and care!ess-we
say not happy; and they dove from point to point
in the city, as If willing to condense as much of
enjoyment as possible, into single days expert.
ence. The eccentrcity Of these men was evin.
ced even in their mode OF riding. Some coaches
would have only two or three passengers, others
would be crowded out side and in, one in front
with the driver. aud one hanging behind, like a
long boat at the davits; while in another carriage
a single jolly fellow sat alone 10 his glory"
enjoying his J" ofium cum dignitaie." How much
money was spent before night, we have no means
OF ascertainIng, but probably twice as much the
same number of men could earn IN two months.
How desirable that these men should know and
appreciate the value of a " savings institution"
Phil o. s. Gaz.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13

Don FRANcIsco TAcow was yesterday pre-.
sented BY the Secretary of State to the PresI-
dent, to whom he delivered his credentials az
Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipoten.
,iary Of the King Of Spain to the United States.
Ibid
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13

pa. -huSWUtHC OuHtC''
The Rail Road Accident has created great
sensation in this city. Every body talks Of u,
and the general inquiryis, " what IS the cause!
will the company make an inquiry!' - ought
not the people to be made acquainted with the
facts?''
The shocking destruction Of many human be-
ngs is calculated 10 produce deep sens'bi'i1y 10
the public INDEPENDENTLY when We reflect
upon the crowds Of travellers constantly going
between New York and PbiIadeIpha. Rail Road
conve ances by steam, with few unavoidable
contingencies, have been in some measure con.
sidered safer than staging by horses, and Of
course far beyond steam boat navigation IN point
of speed and security. The public impression
of this character has received serious blow, un-
less the company quickly made known all the
strict facts in the case, and provide remedy sui
fcient to quiet excited apprehension. II is ex'
tremely fascinating TO fly over the earth at the
rate Of thirty miles an hour. but II such speed
should freq dently precipitate half dozen souls,
suddenly and unpreparedy. into eternity, II
might be as well to moderate the merclless loco
motive. and bring it down to gentle trot OF III
teen or twenty an hour, Half an hour more or
less in speeding from New York TO Philadelphia,
or uice versa should not risk thirty, forty, or nifty
years of the lives and happiness of individuals.
who have wives and families depending upon
them for support Bets may be taken against
time, but it is not usual yet to take the odds a.
gainst eternity, particularly in steam running.
Pe'usytuanian.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13

We went to the play last night, expecting q
rich treat, aud we were not disappointed. Co.
lionel David Crockett was there by invitation Of
the Manager. The moment he showed himself
in the front box reserved for his use. he was vel.
coined by universal cheers, long, loud, and reit.
Grated. He said by his actions, and BY the good
humored manner in which he received bis friends
go AHEAD. The play was PIzarro With the
excellent afterpiece, Mazeppa
At the conclusion Of the play, there was an una.
nimous call for Mr.. Farrell and "Zp Coon"
That gentleman appeared and sung the song
amidst universal thunders Of applause. When
he came to the verses laudatory Of Col. Crockett,
and descriptive Of certain powers which he is
supposed to possess. there was such roars Of ap
pause accorded to the actor and the song as were
never before heard in our theatre; and no indi-
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13

ing the appointment of Attorney General We
understand. that considerations connec ted with his
private Interests prevented his undertaking the du.
ties of the Office to which he was invited. Globe
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13

The Secretary Of the Treasury The follow
ing lstter from WILLIAM J. DUANE Esq. late
Secretary of the Treasury, toa gentleman OF
Mason County, has been handed to US Tor publ
cation -MaysriKe Eagle
PHILADELPHIA, Oct II, 1855.
Dear Sir:-l have just now received your
letter of the 10th instant, expressing your ap.
probation of my course Secretary OF the lreasu.
nv. | have always been and am. opposed to
the u 5. Bank, and to all such aristocratic mo-
nopoies; but, ! considered the removal OF the
deposites, unnecessary, unwise. Vndlctive, arbl-
,rary and unjust. believed that the law gave
to the Secretary Of the Treasury. and not to the
President, discretion on the question; and l
would not act to oblige the President nor any
body else when thought il improper to do SO.
never asked ofice-l accepted It reluctantly.
and was removed for an honest discharge OF my
duty II to keep Office and $4,000 year,
had given up my judgment, should have brought
shame upon the gray hairs of my father and up
on nv numerous children: so that | am con
tent TO return to humble life with tranquil
mind.
With kind wishes. am,
Very respectfully yours.
W. J. DUANE.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13
ode to the Poppy.

O0e 10 IHe IoPPy'
Tho varied wreathes OF myriad bues,
Asst beams Of mingling hight
Sparkle replete with pearly dews+
Waving their lucid leaves Profuse,
To caplivste the sight:
The fragrance sweet exbaling blend
With the soft balmy air,
And gentle zephyrs, waiting wide'
Their spicy oJors bear;
While to the eye,
Delightfully."-,
Each Aowret laughing blooms,
Aud, DER the field
Prolific. yields,
It's incence Of perfumes;
Yet, one alone DER all the plain
With lingering eye view;
Hssty pass the brightest bower,
Needless of each attractive Hover,
Its brilliance to pursue.
No odors sweet proclaim the spot
Where its soft leaves unfold,
Nor mingled hues of beauty bright,
Charm and allure the captive sight,
With form and tints untold;
One simple hue the plant portrays,
OF glowing radiance rare.
Fresh as the roseate morn displays,
And seeming sweet and far;
But, pressing close, in its nauseous oreath
Dissusts the bright and gay,
And from the hand, with eager haste
Is careless thrown away,
Unth,nking that, in evil hoar,
Disease may happiness devour,
And that fair form, elastic now,
II.
To seek the lonely flower,
And blest experience kinkly proves
Its mitigating power.
Its own bright hue the sight can trace,
The brilliance OF its bloom;
Tho misery veil the weeping eve,
Tho sorrows choke the breath with signs
And life deplcres its doom,
This fateL flower,
In desperate hour,
A balsam mid shall yield;
When the sad sinking heart
Feels every aid depart,
And every gate Of hope forever sealed,
Then shall its potent charm
Each agony di,arm,
An its all h,a ling power shall respite give.
The frantic sufferer then,
Couvulsed and wild with pain,
Shall own the sovereign remedy and live.
The dews Of sluWber now
Pass O'er the aching brow,
And DER the languld lids baisamic fall,
While fainting nature hears,
With disslpated fears.
The io.lv accents ci soft Sommus' call:
Then viii affection twine
Around this magic flower,
Aud grateful memory keep
Hew 10 the arms OF sleep
Affection lust its power.
$ G. T.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13

Rail Road .Accident.-We called yesterday
at MIR Swords. and at Congress Hall, and we're
pleased to learn that Mrs. Bartlett and child OF
Washington. and Mr.. Charles, Of ST. Louis.
all of whom were severely injured by the acct
dent which occurred on Friday last on the AN.
boy Railroad were much better, all Of them out OF
danger.-Philad Inquirer.
Law of Paenk-Yesterday afternoon, an i'm.
portant case, which has occupied a week, was
decided in the Circuit Court Of the United states
for this District. John Ames, OF Springfield,
against Charles Howard and Wells Latbrop, OF
South HadIey. The action was brought tor
the infringement Of patent right, and damages
were claimed for the unlawful use Of two Of his
patent Cylinder machines tor making paper,
from October &c, 1sS2, to April 9. 1855. The
defence rested on the alleged invalidty OF the
patent tor various causes. A crowd of witnesses
were examined during four DAYS of last week,
on behalf Of either party. Counsel for the
plaintiff, W. Bliss, of Springfield, and b. Rand
Of This city; and Geo Bliss, of Springfield, and
r. Fletcher, Of this city, for the defendants-
The jury returned verdict for the plaintiff Tor
S412 80, which being tripled rs the law requires
! is Sl2s7. so damages. 1t is stated that the re-
sui, of this trial is of very great Importance to
A. oov ~ tfIe MA.
chimes being in use by them, who will each be
liable for damages. in an amount of nearly half
q million Of dollars.
The defendants, we understand, have decided
or having it go to the Supreme Court of the U.
States, and Daniel Webster has been retained
by the plaintiff Boston Centinek
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13

yidual present seemed TO enjoy the pleasures Of
the occasion with. more zest than the Colone'
himself. Every thing went of we'll Inc @u'
sic was excellent: and every body seemed TO De
delighted with the fine appearances OF the cavalry
(the horses from Mr.. Browns circus) IN Mszep-
ma Nashville Banner.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13
ALEXANDRIA, ID. c.
WEDNESDAY MORNING. NOVEMBER,, 10.

Fire Insurance Company Of .aleraadria ia.
an Election held on the 4th instant, the foou;,
gentlemen were elected Directors for The .n,'
ing YEAR,
John Richards, Reuben Jobrs,o,
Hugh Smith, Robert |. Tai
A. Z Caz'"ove, William Gregory,
PhiDeas Janney, Thoma. SANFORD
William BartIsman, Robert Jamsson
william fo"'e' Jonathan Butcher.
At meeting Of the Board, JOHN Rrcu,,,.
and NATHANIEL WATTLEs were unapimor,,.
elected President and Secretary; and Juo,
MORGAN was unanimously elected Director n
fill the place Of John Richards, elected Prs.d.,,
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13
AIExANDRiA GAZETTE.
From The Aeu York .tmericdiii;::.

The author Of the Ioi owing lines, is one deep
Iy tried in the-furoace OF affection, Young and
interesting female, for nine wearisome years. the
victim Of excraciating. Incorporating dis
ea-e, deprived uf natures sweet restorative
slerp-unless obtained bv artificial means, and
of m,st of those comforts which scarce serve Il
alleviate the-sl ferings OF many more Fortunate
tho perhaps not more happy, who recline on oeds
of down-she IS a christian.
Ia the restless catches Of the night she comPo
sed man, pieces of poetry. touching from theif
STRAIN Of SIMPLE palhos, and extraordinarily, as tne
:. prodsct tons OF "a secluded, self.educated gri,
whose reading has been quite limited; nrr FAVOR
lite author Cowper. Unable to endure the fatigue
OF writing, she al some convenient time, perhaps
; after the lapse of weeks, dictated to an amanu'
en,ls, her aged and most venerable father. these
effusions Of ner innocent mind. twas oeauti'
fol sight to look upon. The poor girl. from ier
bed fsufferlng. repeated her verses line oy Hne
8 line to the patient old man (no" IN his seven
ty.eishih year and rapidly declinng) while ne
carefully listened to her words and committed
them TO paper. Strange to say. though quite hard
of heating nhen addressed BY others, he caught
every sound from the lips Of bis loved child Of
sorrow, though uttered IN low and plaintiSe
voice. II is probable that collection oil her Po'
ems will ere long be published. The present one
appeared in an eastern paper, but probably has mol
met the eye Of many of your readers.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13

eG- Another Prize from RIOR! AVS Office!
No 1913 A-V'rgn's ioter,, ; No. s.
5000. The fortunate holder is invited to call and
receive the cash.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13

The Telegraph thinks Gen. Jackson anOlh'i
Richard Ill. 1t is a pity the Telegraph d'dn'
think as it now does when the General was Oa.!!
Duke of Gloster! We might have been spared
much trouble.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-13

On Friday, the sword voted By the Common
Council of New York TO Commodore Cpauncey,
was presented to him in the presence Of the Two
Boards, OF several distinguished officers Of the a.
my and navy, and many citizens.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-04

Baizes and hannels
Kerseys, drab cloths and Aushings
Cloths, keseymeres and vestings
Black and eolored circassians
First quality camblets
Furniture calicoes and dimlties, very handsome
An assortment Of printed and Madras hdkh
Black Italian cravats and sewing silk
Merino and cotton hose, Of oil qualities
Hemming's old patent sad silver eyed W. c, nee.
dies
Gilt pins, :. ~ and
A handsome assortment of gilt buttons
Ginghams, cambria muslns
Phin and sprigged swiss musins
Swiss end jaconet hdkfs
Shsd and herring seine twine
OF DOMESTIC GOODS. he hos for sale
very handsome assortment Of bedtieks
Apron and furniture checks
Peni.entiary plaids
Bleached and unbleached Canton Asnnels
Sattinetts
Bleached and unblea cached cottons
Cotton umbrellas
Beaverteens
Cotton earpetng, Lowell kerseys
I'm assortment of FRESH GARDEN SEEDS
From the Shakers. sept IL
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1833-11-04
Fall and Winter Goods.


VIVA. n. THOMPSON co. have just received
w further supply of
SEASONABLE GOODS.
Among them are tie foliowmg;-
ga, a. and ga printed and embossed Thibet
shaw AND handkerchief,
Herino shsws md scarfs, large assoJtment, at
reduced prices
Cotton and wnfsted shau Is, and handkerchief
Herman, crspe, silk, muslin, and otleI FANCY
handkerchiefs
Linen csnnric hdkf, very fine
Cd French, German and English merinos
So and 5-4 black and colorcd English merinos,
handsome assortment
Plain Gro de Naples
Best black Italian lustrings, very cheap
Block and blue black puut de Sole
Black mode and coored Florences
Black snd colored silk velvets
Ladies' and mems Hoskin gloves
Csmnrc and thread edgings
Ga I,rsc,An nett and Grecian nett footngs
Bc!tirgs, great vari ~
SIX cotton aad wcrsted hosiery
P'ack aud blue black Italian grapes
,5-4 do do DO do for wells
En,lish and Frauch black bombszInes
60 pieces blue. black, mixed. Russei brown
olive, Mulberry ci,ret and green Cloths. cheap
10 pieces pisn. printed NIB d cassmeres
$50 do low p.ic'd ssttinerts' reFy eheap
80 do super6ne do ver' handsome
white, rcd, green aud scarlet hannels
Green carpet ba1es
Rose, poi'lt, Dufle and striped blankets
A yarie,, Of coarse goods for negro clothing
500 pieces low priced prints
Burlaps, oznaburss and Russia sheet'ngs
~ Irish linens and lawns
81 and IO-4 table diapers
Russia diapers and crash With
- Packages DONE S7YC GOODS-such as
Rrown and bIesched shirtngs and sheetings
Red, yellow. brown and Lead cold Canton hannels
Iin,eys. checks, penitentiary plsids, fckings
Cotton oznaburgs, Sc &c; with many other A.
ticles.
Our assormsnt is very large, and prices low. We
invite our friends and the public to call and examine
For themselves. OCT ~