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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1836-12-30

Splicing Netcspapers-We have seeA ;
reason given by a poor fellow for marrying.
1t was that the winter was coming on, and
ne had but single blanket his Dolly also
had but one, and they proposed to put the
two together and round both OF tlcm.--
The printers in this State are finding this
policy necessary these hard times. The
Wiscasset and Bath papers have united -
the Brunswick Regulator has stopped; the
China Orb has struck into a new come, at
Belfast; The Working Mems Advocate has
Joined the Bangorean. and both together
have united with the Mechanic and Farmer;
the old Hollowell Advocate, after swallow.
ing up first the Working Mems Advocate
at Augusta, has then the Free Press at Hal
lowell has finally been merged in the Ken.
nebec Journal; the Christian Pilot and
Gospel Banner have united and now the
Bangor Wing tells us that the Peoples
Press and the Commercial Advertiser at
Bangor Van Buren, papers)a are to be united
This reduction in the number of presses
is inevitable, unless the prices are raised.
Keanebee Jour.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1836-12-30

Patent O@ce.-We observe l ~. ID \
report fthecommissioner oil puc,Tt~ ~,
that the foundation is already laIu Il,
Patent Office. The extent oil ID DoEI.d
building is 27O feet in length and ~,
Besides the facings, the granite Ia' .'is
basement story, on both the nU ,'l '",y
fronts is laid, and a considerable "a
materials is collected on the g'Vu. ~
for proceeding in the work IN 'ips'nb1
Unfortunately the destruction o. ,"s|
els in the patent office, renders y. = j.
building unnecessary, for a ''''
come.-Boston Patriot
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1836-12-30

Public Sale Of Lands IL o y, L,,a
the Wyaadots.-The Preslae" s.hsl
his proclamation. directing tne '' I'M
next, of the tract OF land in on'V ,h,s|
ceded to the United States, py.rhl
the 23d April last, with a bana n
dot Indians. BY the stiPulatti'Gpaas.s
ty in question, the proceeds Of ln ri i
be paid over to the Indians adys ~ +
into the Treasury Of the uDl'sS'
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1836-12-30

Melancholy Occurrence.-Mr Lewis E.
Washburn, of Westford in this coanty, n
man much esteemed and respected and of
good habits, was killed in the most shocking
manner while employed in his Grist Mill
He went to his mill on Tuesday morning
last, accompanied by his son about 20 wears
of age, and after they had got il in opera
tion, told his son he might return 70 the
house, that he being accustomed to the mill
could superintend il alone. While he was
engaged he went below probably to exam
inc or secure some of the machinery. and
was caught by the spur-wheel that carries
two run of stone and the Ironcogged trun.
del head that carries one of them, and was
hurled in with such tremendous force as to
throw the mill out of gear. and cause his
immediate death. He was found about
noon by his son with his breast confined in
the cogs Of the Wheels lacerated to the
heart This is another awful admonition 10
those who are engaged with machinery
which is propelled by strong water power
70 beware Of their danger--Otsego Rep.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1836-12-30

Early Deprarity- Shocking Murder.-
One OF the most cold blooded and inhuman
murders we recollect ever to have heard of,
was committed on Monday last, by n servant
girl IL or 10 years old, belonging to Mr.
Abraham d. Mitchell. of Cecil county, 1t
appears that some offence had been given to
the girl by the mother OF a very Young black
child, just able to stand alone; and the
wretch seizing an opportunity when the
mother was absent and the child alone. with
the most unheard of cruelty, gave the child
blow with fire shovel on the head, which
deprived it instantly of life. Having accom-.
plished her diabolical purpose, she carried
the child some distance fIom the honse and
covered it over with fodder. When The
mother returned, the child being missed, a
search was made but without effect The
girl at last confessed the crime and produced
the body. She is now lodged in Jail.
Etkton (Md.) Courier
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1836-12-30

Arrest Of the Captain of he Brilliant-
Mr. Repelje, deputy U. s. marshal, on Tues.
gay evening arrested Joao Eyangeliste de
Souza, master of the Portuguese big Bril-.
liant, lying at the foot of Market street, on a
charge OF importing slaves into this port
inns is the same brig which was the subject
OF a paragraph in the Sun of Tuesday, and
which was supposed to be regular SLAYER.
The hive slaves whom we mentioned as be-
ing IN the brig, were also arrested, and are
In confinement as witnesses. Souza also
was in custody yesterday, being held to bail
in the sum Of $4,000. Neither the mate nor
any OF the crew, who are white Portuguese,
were arrested.-N y. Sun.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1836-12-30

Fourteen hundred hogs, averaging 200 lbs
nett have been bought in this market within
Two OF .hiee DAYS, at $o,s7 Ia and 90. This
staple for the season, - Cineinnati Poaf. e''
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1836-12-30

The Post Master General doubts the poll
cy Of reducing the postage on newspapers
generally-but thinks the postage on news
papers should be graduated according 10
the size and weigh, Of the matter to be con.
veyed-and recommends that newspapers
containing $50 square inches or under,
should be carried no, over 200 miles nor out
Of the State, for half cent-over 200 miles
and out Of the State for cent. Newspapers
$50 inches square, and not over $50, 10 be
carried no, over 200 miles and not out Of the
State, one eent--over 200 miles, one and a
half cents. Newspapers over 900 inches
square, not over 200 miles, one aud a half
cents-over 200 miles two cents II is rec.
commended that the rates of posta &c Of period.
ical pamphlets be regulated on the sam prn.
ciples as those suggested for newspapers
and reduced to the lowest rate which will
pay the price Of transportation.
The abuse Of the Thanking privilege BY
members Of Congress is alluded to, and the
practice severely censured.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1836-12-30

WIG TRIuMPH.-An election for member
OF the State Legislature to fill a vacancy, has
just terminated in the city of New-York, and
resulted in the choice of Morris Franklin. the
Wing candidate, by a majority of more than
two to one.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1836-12-30

Prescription for BITTER Com Day.
harrington Of the Galaxy, advises all persons
10 get into towering passion until the cold
snap is over, and avoid cool CONCENTRATIONS
ana poetic ease. Old Bachelors should procure
a situation in some kitchen to stir hasty-pud-
ding and attend the toasting machine.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1836-12-30

A letter from Washington, dated on Satur-
day, says;--''lt is reported that Gen. Sanfa
Anta will be here tonight. The iury in the
case oil White, is now out. Mr. CLAW, I un-
derstand, has consented to remain in the Sem
ate six years longer. "-Boston CentineL
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1836-12-30

- WEDNESDAY, Dec. u.
SENATE. Several messages of an Exc.
cutive character were received from the
President of the United States by Andrew
Jackson, Jr his Secretary
MIR senator Dana, from Maine, appeared,
was qualified. and took his seat.
Mr. Benton offered a resolution, which
was ,vs adopted, directing the Secretary of the
treasury to inform the Senate what amount
40 gold and silver has been received at each
2k me land Offices since the Treasury or,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1836-12-30

80" P,"N'PISS vi TIC ineSSaSe. MT Wise
said, that it, under pretence Of moderation
It intended to withhold our countenance
from people who were struggling for lib.
erty, against oppression, he was opposed to
its doctrines
The Senate did not sit on Friday, it hay.
ing adjourned over to Monday. In the
House, nothing of importance transpired.-
The consideration of resolution offered bv
Mr. Fry, OF Pa, referring to the committee
OF Agriculture the expediency of abolish
ing the duty on bread.sluffs and grain, was
resumed. The motion OF Mr. Adams, to
amend the same, by including salt, coal and
IRON and the motion of Mr. Williams, of
~ =. to include sugar. were still pending.
MT Ing, read speech in support Of the res
olu'lon He was for reduction of the
Iarlff, In order to prevent an accumulation
OF surplus funds in the hands of the Depos-
lite Banks, and for the relief of the agricul-
inral interest from unnecessary taxation-
He thought agrioulturalists whom he repre-
scented. would gain much by giving up their
nominally protective duty, in order 10 get rid
OF some ruinous burden, The further con-
sderation of the question was interrupted
by Mr. F. Whiulesey. upon whose motion
the House proceeded to the orders of the
day.
The remainder of the day was spent in
the consideration of private bills. The
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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1836-05-05
II o u s e A NJ D s ]
PAINTING
TRANSPORTATION.

TRANSP ORTATYON.
WE subscriber living near the Fall
d ling Waters. would inform the citi
tens Of Berkeley County, that he has
provided himself with large substantial
oodT. for the purpose Of Transporting
produce by way Of the Canal TO George
Town, ID G. He is now prepared to pur-
sssse any quantity of flour that may be
VVliered. and in few weeks he expects
us warehouse 10 be ready for the reception
VI produce, when he will be prepared to
purchase WHEAT, RYE, CORN, Oats
aau eyer articles suitable for the George
.Own market. In his purchase he intends
woe governed by the City prices. conse.
quen'ly, those who favor him with call
may expect liberal price for their pro-
uuce. Those farmers who wish to provide
themselves with Plaster, will be accom-
%Uua'ed by applying TO the subscriber,
a2 VIII furnish them any quantity they
may desire. He also intends keeping con
"an'Iy Tor sale Fish, Salt. &c. &c. for the
accommodation Of all who may wish 10
PROCURE such articles. The flour is now
W oe delivered at house open for its re.
.tepllon, near Andrew Ulum's blacksmith
ssuop; but when the Warehouse is ready
~, y, Inc reception OF produce. then all ar
uc'esiie to be delivered at it situated on
Me Potomac, a few hundred yards below
Mr.. Sherer's mill.
-. ! be subscriber having procured an ex-
tenen, boat, with good hoatmen, fla,ters
SS :. that, by punctuali,y 10 business
~, w. VIII be able TO render general satisiac
G0n. Flour will be taken to Georgetowu
~, 4" tnlr'y cents per barrel, and other pro-
0ues IN proportion.
\, CHARLES DOWNS.
March II, lssS-tf
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1836-05-05

THE BIBLE.-A small pamphlet has
been published at Providence, entitled
+" Testimony Of Washington and ofthe
Congress of 1776 in favor Of Special
Providence Of God, and the Bible. p
The following is an extract:
"In those days of peril, and when
all intercourse with the parent nation
was cut off, and the advantages for
printing in this country small, Bibles
were in great demand.
"In TIT, Congress answered me-
mortal, appointing committee to adj
wise as to the printing an edition of
10000 Bibles.
"The committee, finding it so diff
cult to obtain paper and types, recon-
mend Congress-'The use ofthe Bible
being so universal, and its importance
so great, to direct the committee of
Commerce, to import at the expense Of
Congress, 10000 English Bibles from
Holland, Scotland or elsewhere, into
the different ports of the States of the
Union > and Congress ordered the i'm
portation.
In 1881, "when from the circum-
stance of the war, an English Bible
could not be imported, and no opinion
could be formed how long the obstruc-
ton might continue, the subject ofprint'
ing the Bible was again presented to
Congress, and by them referred to q
committee Of three. The committee
reported in 1882, recommending to
Congress an edition printed by Robert
Aiken Of Philadelphia. Whereupon,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1836-05-05

CrRcumsrAScIaE EvrD.NcE. lit
a maxim in common life, ifnot in ju
risprudence, that circumstances can
not lie. But how near they can ap
proach to the over, act Of bearing fals'
witness. even when the hazard is life
has been proved in numerous instances
The following recent case of circum.
stantial evidence, leading TO an untrue
result, is from the Philadelphia United
States Gazette:
"On the 2and of February last, a
man calling himself JOSEPH TySDALL,
with an alias or two, an old acquaint-
ance' of the police, was taken before
the Mayor of this city, and charged
with picking a gentleman's pocket at
the Robinson Crusoe Inn, Sd above
Chestnut ST. After short examination,
he was committed to Arch st. Prison,
for further hearing. On the oath Of
February, he was brought out, and un-
derwen, an examination, and was re-
committed for a still further hearing,
upon a new charge. In March he
employed council, who with writ of
habeas corpus took him before ma.
gistrate and entered bail in 81 900 for
his appearance at stated time. He
then left the City on business at Pitts
hurgh, and was Immediately, upon his
arrival there, arrested upon the charge
Of robbing the Pittsburgh Bank, on the
Goth Of February. Court being then
in session, he was put upon his trial at
once; two witnesses sworc positively to
his identity, md the jury, without lea
wing the box, found him gully of burg.
larry, as charged. Tyndall made oath
that he was in this city on the day of
the robbery and begged judgment to
be suspended till an answer could DO
received from the authorities here,
which was granted, and it was disco.
vered, as we have stated, that at the
time Of the robbery, he was lying safe
in Arch st. Prison.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1836-05-05

mails would think Of breaking through
it. The leaf is small, deeply verdani,
and beautifully serrated. Ia the month
Of May these hedges are clothed with
white fragrant blossom, very much re.
sembling that Of the thorn of our own
country; and it is then that the honey.
suckle and other wild flowers unfold
their bright hues and mingle their
sweetness with the hawthorn. In the
hedges, trees, such as the oak, the elm
and the horse chestnut, are planted,
sometimes in rows, near together, but
oftoner farapart, so that each one RI
ses and waves by itself over the hum.
BILE, but moi less charming growth be-
low. Single trees of great age, and
very large, are sprinkled here and
there in every direction, and every now
and then you catch glimpse in the dis
lance of a grove, or circular clump,
which adds not a little 10 the beauty Of
the landscape. Humphreys Tour.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1836-05-05

THE FARMS OF ENGLAND.-l he
farms are regularly laid out into squares
and paralellograIns of from two to for
ty acres and in general they are laid
down as smooth and level as the roller
can make them. Here is luxuriant
wheat field, and there fine meadow,
and next rich pasture, and there bu-
sy preparations for putting in potatoes
or turnips; and there barley or oats
just shooting up from the dark and rich
soil. But scarcely rod Of fence such
as we meet with every where in the
U. S. of America, do you see in your
two hundred miles ride from Liverpool
to the metropolis. All is haw.thorn !;
and these hedges, which are, for the
most part, kept neatly trimmed, about
the gardens and farm houses, and by
the road side, add more to the beauty
of the country, than any description
had pictured upon my mind. The CON-
mon method of making the hedges is
this; first ridge is thrown up, perhaps
foot from the level ofthe fields which
are to be fenced off; then the young
thorn is planted in two parallel rows,
about. a foot or eighteen inches part.
The growth is not very rapid but
when it has attained the height Of four
or five feet in about as many years, il
! becomes SO dense that no domestic ami
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1836-05-05
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MISS BIFFIN.-This most accom-.
plished person, who, having been born
with neither arms nor legs, contriyed
to paint miniatures and cut watch pa.
pers with her nose. The above feats
| have seen her with mine own eyes
perform at Croydon, where she was
fairest of the fair. We will illustrate
this account by an anecdote equally
true, which will be vouched for.
Miss Biffin, before her marriage
for married she is-if alive and even il
dead, was taken to Convent Garden
Theatre, early in the evening before
the performance began by the gentle
man to whom she was afterwards uni.
ted. He having some other engage.
ment, deposited his fair charge in the
corner OF the back seat of one Of the
upper front boxes, whereupon, aided
by long drapery, such as children in
arms wear, and a large shawl she sat
as unmoved as immoveable enjoying
the play and farce, not perhaps ap.
plauding in the ordinary style by clap.
ping, or expressing her Impotence at
any needless delay by stamping on the
floor. The engagements of her beau,
proved longer than the performances
Of the theatre. The audience retired,
the lights were extinguished, and still
Miss Biffin remained, the box keeper
ventured to suggest that, as all the
company were out, and most Of the
lights were out too, it was necessary
she should retire. Unwilling to disco.
yer her misfortune, and not knowing
how far she might trust the box keeper
she expressed great uneasiness that her
friend had not arrived as he had pro.
missed.
"We can't wait here for your friend
Miss-you--really you must CO.,
was the only reply she obtained from
the obdurate janitor.
At length MIR. Brandon, then box
book and house keeper, hearing the
discussion came to the spot, and insin.
uated the absolute necessity of Miss
Bifin's departure, limiting something
extremely ungallant about constable.
"Sir," said Miss Biffin, 81 would
give the world to go; but cannot go
without my friend"
"You can't have any friend here to.
night, Mann" SAID Mr.. Brandon for
the doors are shut"
"What shall do SIT 7" said the lady,"
"lfyou will give me your arm, ma
DAM" said Brandon, | will see you
down to the stage door, when you can
send for a COACH"
EARN, STRIP said the lady, /" | wish
| could sir; but have got no arms. u
"Dear me, Ma mn said the box, book
and house keeper, show very odd
However, mann if you will get upon
upon your legs, will take every care
Of you."
81 have not got any legs, Sir" said
Miss Bifiin.
This entirely puzzled Mr.. Brandon,
who professed himself as much astoun.
ded at the intelligence, as the waiter a,
the tavern with the three guests--ol
which more under some other head, -
and had not Miss Biffin's faithful FRIEND
arrived just at the moment via the
stage door, it is impossible to imagine
what would happened. Her intended
who was perfectly alive to all the lit.
tie peculiarities of his beloved, settled
the affair in moment by bundling heI
up, lifting her from her seat, as Caesar
did, "with decency," and carrying hel
off upon his shoulders as butchers
boy would transport fillet of veal in
his tray.---Monthly Magazine.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1836-05-05

FURTHER PARTICULARS OF THE MAS
sAcRE OF ST.. ALAMo.--By the Mem
phis (Tennessee) Enquirer Extra, Of
April 9th, We learn some additional
and highly interesting particulars Of
this cold blooded massacre ofour breth-
rem in the citadel ofSt. Alamo, at San
Antonio. They were stated to the
editor by Col. George c. Chldress,
(la,e editor Of the Nashville Banner,)
who had just returned from Washing
ton in Texas and had derived them
from the intelligent negro servant Of
the brave Travis, who, with Mrs, Dick
inson, were the only persons, it will be
remembered, whose lives were spared
to tell the dreadful tale, and from whom
alone, authentic information can ever
be obtained. The negro states that
the attack was suddenly made at three
o'clock in tho morning, alter fourteen
days siege. 1t was unexpected, as no
alarm, except single voice crying
ct, "Col. Travis, the Mexlcans are
coming" was heard from the guard
on the wall-the picket guard from
whom nothing was heard, having pro.
badly been killed. Col. Travis sprang
from his blanket with his sword and
gun, mounted the rampant, and seeing
the enemy under the mouths Of the
cannon with scaling ladders, dischar-
ged his double barreled gun upon them,
he was Immediately shot, his gun fall
ling down upon the enemy and himself
within the fort.
The Mexican general leading the
charge mounted the wall by means of
ladder, and seeing the bleeding Ira
Wis attempted to behead him; the dy-
ing colonel raised his sword and killed
him! The negro then hid in one Of
the apartments Of the Fort, until the
spirit of bravery was entirely quench-
ed, when he heard a voice enquring if
there "were no negroes here" The
negro replied, yes here's one" and
came out; a Mexican discharged a
gun at him, but did him no injury; an
other ran his bayonet at him, injuring
him slightly, when the Mexican officer
speaking English, intefposed and sa-
we'd him. The officer conversed free
ly with the negro as also did Santa
Anna; this general was there, and
made the negro point out Col. Travis,
by which conversation he knew his
master had killed the general leading
the siege. as their blood then CONCEAL.
ed together. The bodies of Col. Ira.
Wis and his little great band were bur-
ned by order Of Santa Anna. The la.
dy of Lieut.. Dickerson was within the
fort and begged TO share the fate other
husband, Santa Anna, honor to his
name, here proved himself soldier,
and protected her; he replied 81 am
not warning against women" He sent
her away with the servant who carri-
ed this news, and who left her safely at
Washington. He has raised the blood
red flag ofextermination and no quar-.
tiers; he swears he will not stop until
he has planted his banner upon the cap
itol Of our Washington, if he under.
stand, our government in the least q.
bets the TEXANS.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1836-05-05

Some few years ago, it may be rec.
objected, on Good Friday, John Ran
dolph, then Senator, entered the Sc
nate Chamber, after the session had
commenced, with his red hunting shirt
across his arm, and stalking across the
room until he reached his seat, he then
stripped himself Of his coat and vest,
and put ON the red shirt beneath the
vest. The floor being unoccupied, he
addressed the Chair" Sir, this IS good
Friday-a day reverenced by all
good Christians-a day which ought to
kept as Sabbath. never suffer my
slaves to work on this day. 1t is a
disgrace, Sir, that we should sit here
employed in the business of talking on
this day. remember, Sir, that when
court OF Justice sat on Good Friday,
in neighboring city, member of the
bar rose and said hope your hon.
or will adjourn the court Why7' as.
ked the chief Judge Because, your
honor, no judicial tribunal has transac.
ted business on this day since the days
of Pontius Plate The court, sir, was
adjourned, and, move that the Senate
adjourn. The motion was agreed to.
--Charleston Courier.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1836-05-05
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be June y, 1884.
,esolution Of the board Of direct
ofthis institution the folio wing
" " Iaterest have been adopted for
pl'' ' =, Of the Treasurer thereof
>so,viog money on deposite, viz:
4, deposites payable
",otbs after demand, sa..,
sst Ilns : interest al the per a"""n''
|'li, af J
Ear deposites payable
h. months after demand: a ptr centum
~ .tiicates may be issued red per s annam .'
s t,.oi ]
~ ", deposltes payable
~ days after demand, spey centum
'ss,rificaie' may be issued red per annam %
slsOl }
GEORGE DOLL, jr. Treasurer.
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