davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1838-09-13

-
We copy the following complimenta-
ry notice of the steamboat John w.
Richmond, and Of our young and enter
prising townsman, Mr.. John Babcock,
from late number of the Providence
Courier.
Mr.. La,ned-Much of late, in your paper,
has tacn said Of the perfect model Of the new
and elegant steamer J. w. Richmond, and il
is, believe, conceded by all who have cx-
amined her, and seen with what easo and
dignity she moves through her destined ele-
ment, to be the Lion Of the Sound, and does
great credit to her builder, Col. John s. Ed
dy. But as the bent itself is not all that has
awakened the lively emotions Of our citizens,
you will permit me to say that equal credit is
due that young mechanic who has given her
the moving power by which she is able to
walk through the mighty waters with ma
jestic and triumphant stride. The engine OF
the J. w. r. was built by the Steam Engine
Co., Fox Point, Providence, under the drcc-
ton of Mr.. John Babcock, who received his
birth and education III this land Of Roger
Williams, and who has spent his time, talents
and energy in clevating the character Of
Rhode Island in the mechanic arts, and has
at length succeeded in producing an engine
superior to any other now in operation. And
by comparing it with the engine on board of
the steamer Rhode Island, which was built
in New York, and considered Of the very
best, having cylinder Of upwards of 50 per
cent more capacity than that of the J. w. R.,
which is of the same plan,we find her wheols
are not propelled at so great speed as those
of the J. w. r. although the wheels of the
latter are Of much larger dimensions.
1t is admitted by oil parties that the J. w.
r. is the swiftcst boat on the Sound, her pas
sages averaging from IL 10 l3 hours, md
consuming from l8 to 22 cords of wood, while
the consumption of fuel on board Of the
Rhode Island, while running on the same
route is from 80 to 45 cords-this consider
a great and important gain, as the expense
of fuel is the largest item in running steam
boats. In making these remarks il is not my
intention to dctract any thing from any Of the
boats which ply between this city and New
York, but merely to render merit where it is
Justly due by showing that steam engines
and boats of as good plan for safety, econ
omy and power can be built in this city, Us
any in the country; and it should not be a
matter OF surprise that this elegant and COM
modous steamer, should receive the hearty
welcome of our citizens, when it Is known
that she was modelled and built by the me-
chanics of our city, and almost every article
on board of her is the product of the hands
Of our mechanics and artisans, which fact
speaks volumes in favor of the industry and
enterprise Of our little State. And, amid the
deaicping applause and hearty welcome which
greet the ears Of those who have her in
charge as she approaches our shores, it is
hoped that no false pride or vain ambition
will take from her brow that crown of laurcls,
she has 80 nobly won.
Impartial Observer.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1838-09-13
Thursday, Sept. l3, 1 1898.

WARREN BAPTIST AssOcIATJoN.-Thc
annual meeting Of this Association,
commenced in this town yesterday morn
ing, at the First Baptist Church. The
annual sermon, by the Rev. Mr.. HAGUE,
of Providence, was said to be worthy
his distinguished talents. The interest
ing occasion induced 4 great number
from Providence and other places to at
tend, but the inclemency Of the wealth
cr somewhat disappointed their previ-
Gus anticipations of pleasure. The
meeting will be continued this day and
evening.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1838-09-13

The Eleventh Annual Fair Of the
AMERICAN INSTITUTE, of the city of
New York, will be held at Niblo's Gar
den, No. SIG, Broadway, commencing
on Monday, the 10Th day of October
next. Articles intended for compcti-
tion for premium, must be delivered on
the Friday or Saturday previous to
opening. Choice productions from
every department of Industry, whether
Of Agriculture, Manufactures, or the
arts, as well as all kinds of Machines,
Models, sc. will be appropriate for
exhibition and competition for premium.
We have been favored with Circu-
lar containing all the particulars in re-
lation to this splendid Fair, which we
may notice more at length hereafter.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1838-09-13

THE SUMNER or 1884 Waltham
Mass.) correspondent of the Boston Cent?
mel, furnishes some interesting information
in relation to tho weather Of the recent sum
mer. According to this writer the average
Temperature Of the month Of August was Co.
l6 degrees. Last year the average ,empcra-
turs Of the snmo month was Is degrees
The average temperature Of the summer Of
1888 was 70s5 that Of tho summer Of 1897,
654S. lie adds:-
We have now reached the close Of one Of
the most delightful summers that ever glad.
dened the hearts Of the New Englanders.--
The heat indeed has been great; but not
greater than necessary TO bring 10 maturity
all the various productions Of the carth-
For several seasons past there had not been
a sufficient degree Of warmth to mature the
fruits, aud give them their natural juicincss
aud perfect size. Many had almost entirely
failed-snch as melons, wild grnpcs, peaches,
walnnts, &c., while the crops 'oi corn were
generally hardly worth the gathering. This
year there will be no such scarcity. Every
thing which the earth ever produced, will be
perfect after its kind, and in the greatest
abundance. Owing to the drought in July,
the crops OF cnrly planted potatoes aud corn
will not be abundant on light soils, as might
have been anticipated still, it is believed.
that there will be an ample supply for dones.
tic consumption. The copions rains that fell
during the month Of August, proved highly
beneficial to vegetation, and in a great meas
ure restored to the fields their former yor.
dure, so that the face Of earth now appear,
renewed in vcrnal beauty. aud the little hills
rejoice on every side. Remarkable n, the
season has been for great, constant, and long
continued heat, IL has been still more remark
able for thunder and lightning, exhibited in
their most sombrc, terrific, aud spirit strring
grandeur Probably there las not occurred
IN one summer, within the memory Of tho
Oldest inhabitaht, so many awfully grand dis
plays OF electricity, MS in the one Just pnst.
find, on recurring to my journal, that in tho
course Of the summer there have been no less
than I'D days or nights thus distinguished,
viz: in June, the lsi, 18th, 18th, I4th, I7ih,
22d ard 25th in July, The 5tb, 10th, IIih,
10Th, 18th and 2hb in August. the 9TH, 9Th,
18th, 2iih, 25th and 30th and likewise to-
day, making 10 On nearly as many other
days, lightning nnd thunder occurred, OF
which no note is taken in this account. Last
year soven days only were remarkable for
thunder aud lightning; and the year before
last not one during the summer.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1838-09-13

Bnowy UyIvERslTY.-The Annual
Commencement G of Brown University
was held on "Wednesday of last week.
The exercises we learn were of high
order, alike crcditablc to the institution
and the graduating class. 1t was a de-
lightlul day, and the house as well as
the city were filled to cverllowing.-
The following young gentlemen took
part in the exercises of the day =
Salutatory Grafton, by William S.
Amcs;-A Dissertation, by John c..
Observation-Disclosures of the Classic
Mythology upon the character of the
People, by Samuel +. Dike;-Disscr-
tation, by Charles Nj. Bowcrs;-Poem,
by Henry G. Whitakcr;-Oration, by
Alfred Colburn;-a Dissertation, by
James Nj. Clarke "a Conference, by
Edward ID. Pierce and Alexander Bur-
gess;-Oration, by Azel ID. Cole;-
Grafton, by George V. N. Lothrop;-
Grafton, by Albert N. nold;-Poem,
by Thomas A. Jcncks ;-Classica Ora
ton, by Marcus Morton jr.;-English
Grafton and Valcdictory Addresses, by
Charles S. Bradley. The degree of A..
b. was conferred upon 81 young gen.
tlcmcn. The degree of A. M. was con-
lerrcd upon Rev.. Robert Il. Pattison of
Watervillc College, Me. The degree
of l.. l.. ID. was conferred upon Hon.
Abraham Bradley. Of Columbia, S. c..
and upon Joseph J. Gurney, of Eng
land, the celebrate preacher Of the
Society of Friends.
After the exercises, the procession
returned to the Colleges and partook of
an excellent dinner in Commons Hall.
The Grafton before the Phi Beta Kappa
Society, by the Hon. Caleb Gushing,
is highly spoken OF. The Providence
Journal says it was a highly interesting
and finished performance. The exer-
ciscs by the several societies of the stu
dents on Tuesday, were interesting and
well attended. 1t is gratifying to learn
that this our Alma Mater, is in very
fourisling situation.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1838-09-13
THE RECENT ELECTIONS.

Tie Portsmouth Journal contains fair and
candid review Of all the elections which have
recently taken place, and the following is the
conclusion Of the aIticle:-
"How then stands the account current P
The Loco Focos hold OH "by the skin Of
their tccth," upon Missouri, Illinois, and Ala
bama, which throw in all sixteen electoral
votes they have gained nothing. The
Wings retain by large aud undisputed mnjori-
ties, the States of Indiana and Kentucky,
which throw 81 votes. and have conquered
from the enemy tho States of North Carolina
and Louisiana, winch are entitled To twenty
votes in the electoral colleges. So far as
actual returns afford any evidence, therefore,
the Wing cause goes on conquerlng and to
conquerm We not only retain oil We ev-
or had, but VIC gain from the adversary more
than. he is able to keep.
Leaving out Of sight then the several great
Wing victories gained last year in Maine,
New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New
Jersey, Ohio, nnd Georgia, rs belonging to
another cycle,-we maintain that SO far as
the immediate elections furnish any evidence
whatever Of the state Of public sentiment
that evidence is altogether in favor Of the
Whgs.and proves that the Revolution which
commenced last Fall is going on now with
accelerated velocity"
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1838-09-13

yer is set down nj 23. The following nota
bene is appended to the official bill OF NOR
tality.
N. BIN the above bill no native has ial-
len victim to the prevailing disease.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1838-09-13

The Alexandra Gazette s'ntes that the
Mills in that neighborhood nre lying idle for
The want of water. The streams above Bal
limore are also very low, by reason Of the
long drought, and the City Millcrs are con
sequently unable to do more than third or
a fourth Of their usual grinding. At Rich.
mond, in consequence Of the repairs to the
Canal, we believe there is but single -four
mill in operation, which turns out about 400
barrels daily Bat. I'm.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1838-09-13

The Pensacola Gazette of the 25th ut
contains the call Of a meeting Of the officers
Of the navy on that station, to deliberate on
the course to be pursued in reference to the
mputations lately made in tho Globe in re-
lation to the navy.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1838-09-13

The result Of the investigation in N.
York respecting the kidnapping of Mar
saud and Raimond, as far ns VIC are n
BILE to learn, has amounted to about
noihing at all.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1838-09-13

The grca, eclipse Of the Sun, noticed
Mt length in our paper of the 3Oth ult. il
will be recollectcd takes place ON Tues
next, the 18th lust.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1838-09-13

LATER FROM FRANcE.--The ship
Emerald, Capt. Orne, from Havre, has
arrived at New York, with Paris pa
pers to the lst of August. They con-
tain nothing especially new from any
quarter. We extract the following
paragraph respecting the ship Alexan-
Dire.
The Memorial Bordclais of the Goth
states that, on the preceding day, the
substitutes Of the Procureur du Roi and
the examining judges went again on
board the Alexandra, and took down
additional information. from the cook of
the vessel relative to irightiul crimes
believed to have been committed on
board that vessel, and which we allu-
dcd to some days back.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1838-09-13

ded on, as do not doubt that the principal
chiefs, and the wealthy men Of oil the tribes
in this vicinity, are, and probably will con-
tinue to be, opposed to such measure"
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1838-09-13

TnE FR.Scn SHiP "ALEXANDRg."-rbe
Indicateur Of Bordeaux, gives the following
details respecting Marsaud and Raimond:
"It is reported that revelations OF the high
est Importance have been made to the mara
time authorities Of Bordeaux by the COOK,
who was on board the Alexandre when that
vessel was put under the command OF capt
Bouet.
"Thc story of the cook is Of so grave
nature, that we publish It IN substance, mol
by any means guaranteeing its authenticity.
" During the voyage from BATAVIA 10
Mauritns, in the morning, Capt. Bonet' VINO
was walking the deck, with some part oi the
crew, ordered the cook to prepare hls tea
Whilst the latter hastened to obey this order,
there was a silence Of some instants on the
deck, then a great noise, caused by violent
struggle, then heavy body fell into the sea.
SThe cook did not disturb himself, but
perceived an officer, armed with piece Of
wood, hastily 20 Oh deck. The same strug-
gle recommended. A second fall into the
water was heard more distinctly than the
tirst--tho captain and the first officer had
disappeared.
"The noise appeared to increase, cries OF
distress, threats, blows given and returned,
men thrown into the sea, caused the cook to
believe that the ship Alexandra was the
theatre Of very great crime. The weather
was fine and the sea calm.
"Thc storm which assailed the Alexandra
after this terrible event, and to which they
attributed the loss Of the captain and five men
of the crew, gave the conspirators tho idea OF
thus writing the tragic end OF their comrades
all the sailors signed it: the cook, under the
dread of threats made by the chief conspira'
tor, signed as well os the others.
"Bcfore arriving at Mauritins, md some
days after the storm, dhe conspirators having
doubts about all English sailor otwilhstand'
ing he had taken an active part in the assas-
sinnion, tied his feet and hands, and after
stabbng him, threw him into the sen.
"The cook, who reports these events, says
he only owes his life to the promises they
extorted from him, and to the necessity tho
crew had for his services.
"This man was not detained at Newport
with the other companions Of Marsaud Inc
preserved an obstinate silence in presence o
the French and American authorities he die
moi commit the slightest indiscretion during
the last voyage of the Alexandra, under the
Command of Capt. easy.
alt is SAID that his reason has been sc
weakened by these horrible scenes that he
hardly knew his wife at Bordeaux.
at is said that the French government
have demanded Of the American, that Mar
saud g. his companions should be given up"
II The owners have published letter, cx'
pressing their perfect satisfaction with the
French Government rs 10 the manner ~
which the ship was brought home.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1838-09-13

We extract the following notice ofDr.
p. $. Cleavcland's Grammatical Lee
lures, from the last number Of the Fall
River Patriot:
DIR CLEAvELASD gave very inter.
csting lecture at Pocasset Hall on Mon
day evening. We have attended his
course thus far, aud, in our humble
opinion, he shows himself to be mas
ter Of the science he teaches. His i'll
structions are given in n manner so
plain, easy and familiar one cannot but
be delightcd,as well as benefited. He
hos fine class--which fact evinces the
willingness and determination Of our
citizens to support science and aid un-
pretending merit. We wish him, and
are confident he will meet with, abun-
dant success wherever bc may DC cal-
led 10 labor.
Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1830-1846, 1838-09-13
Impartial Observer.

We learn from the New York Commercial,
that Judge Belts, Of the United Statcs Dis.
trict Court, on Thursday appointed Eihu 8.
Bunker and John Clark under the act of Con-
gress Of the last session, inspectors Of steam
boats, &C., plying to and from Providence.
Captain Bunker has long been known, for
his knowledge Of the building Of steamboats,,
as well as for his skill and prudence in their
management. A better appointment could
not have been made, nor one in which the
public will have greater confidence.
Mr.. Clark, says the Commercial Advert.
ser, "was in the employ Of the late Mr.. Full.
ton, and possessed his confidence as skilful
and prudent engineer; that he has since had
great experience in his profession as cngi.
nccr, and has also been extensively engaged
in experimenting the building Of huls OF
steamboats,, and in directing the construction,
and putting up their machinery, and has at.
taincd high character for skill, sound judg.
ment and prudence"
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1838-02-20

man in devisng securities against the one,
and applying correctiyes 10 the other. But as
a practical legislator and patriot, am bound
10 look 10 the actual interests of society; and
ia that view, 1 cannot fail TO see that any
violent shock gwen to the established system
Of business and credit IN the country must pro-
duce a widespread scene Of confusion and
distress, involving. in its destructive vista
ton, every class of the community.
In Offering the measure have submitted TO
the Senate. have discharged what consider
10 be my duty to the country. That country
is now in a state Of suffering and distress, ag-
gravated by deep anxieiies and apprehensions
in regard to the future. The measure pro-
pose would, firmly believe, give relieffor the
present and hope for the future. II could not
fail to restore confidence, and in doing that, to
revive the languishing energies Of trade, 10
quicken the labors and the hopes Of the hus-
bandman, the manufacturer and the mechanic,
to raise enterprise again upon its feet, and
above all, to put an end to that unnatural and
suicidal war, which, for the last eighteen
months, has grown up between the govern
ment Of the country, and It's business and
industry. In presenting such measure, !
cannot but regret that | shall be deprived OF
the support Of many members of this body
with whom have lately stood, side by side, in
unfolding and defending the principles on
which it rests My consolation, however, is
that Island noic ,rhere I Stood Then. On the
other hand, the measure they bring forward
and patronise is one which, three wears ago,
we all united in opposing, and which was then
denounced, in the name Of the administration
and its friends, as dangerous enlargement
Of Executive power, and putting into its hands
the means ofconuption." This measure cam
not have changed its character by mere efflux
Of time and thinking Of it now as | thought
Of it then, I still oppose IL.
In taking this course, know full well, Mr..
President, / am to incur the anathemas Of
party. But can never forget that have
country to serve, as well as party TO obey.
" IT'S Rome demands our help - and for one
she shall have mine, according to the humble
measure OF my abilities and the best lights of
my understanding. The zcalots Of both par
ties may denounce and condemn me, as they
have heretofore denounced and condemned
me; but sustained by the consciousness of up
right intentions and faithful devotion to the
interests of my country, shall hold my course
unialterng and even with the terror before
my eyes Of sinking into that small minority Of
which the honorable Senator from New York,
(Mr. Wright,) SO charitably warned us, shall
yet, animated by sense of duty, " find in my
soul one drop Of patience"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1838-06-13
Rartfnsburg Gazette.
TERMS.

Two DotLkRs, payable in advance; or, Two
DotLARs and Furry Cents, within the year.
and Il payment be deferred TO the end OF Inc
year, 1HREE DOLLARS will invariably be de.
handed. Nopsper will be discontinued sutil all
arrearages are paid, except at the option oil the
Editor.
Advertisements Of one square or less inserted
hree times for one dollar, and for each subse-
quent insertion twenty. five cents; longer ones
IN proportion. Chaneery orders OF the usual
length Inserted and posted accordingto law, az
Eve dollars each. Advertising customers viii
please 20 mark on the manuscript, how many in
sertions are required. II no such direction 10
given, the advertisement will becontinued an
al f9Tbid aud charged accordingly.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1838-06-13
RE.UOV.gE.
gEirarn bowen, Tailor (;

EFAS this day, Jan. 2sih 1888, removed
EH his shop 10 the room formerly occn-
nied az a store by MIR Robert b. Rust.
immediately opposite Billmirc's, Martins
hug Hotel, where be is prepared 70 re-
csiye all orders ia bis line. and be pledges
himself that all work entrusted 10 bis care
shall be made in neat and Durable mao
ncr. and agreeable 10 the LATEST "a
SuIONS, which viii be regularly rsce.
we'd. lie returns bis grateful acknowlsd
gements for past iagors. aud he IS deter
mined to spare DO efforts 10 merit eoa
tinuance OF the same.
Jan.S 81, 1888 1T.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1838-06-13
.NnTKfrE.

SOME time ago notified all those ~
II debted to me that II would be ne
ceasary TO call and settle their accounts
Blu, little heed has been taken Of the no
tice. i,
again make the request that they vii
call and pay their dues. hope every
one will see the necessity Of attending e
this request, without further notice.
# is impossible for me TO pay my debit
unless can collect those due TO me
and if | can't collect without. will be
under the necessity of placing them IT
other hands for collection.
WILLIAM LONG.
January IL. ls3S.-tf
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1838-06-13
v.PW. GOODS.

WNTILSON e. DOLL have just recei
w we'd and opened large and general
assortment OF fresh
ePRrNG 81 SUMMER GOODS.
Ia winch they would respectfully InVite
the attention Of dealers, as they are dc
te,m,ped TO sell on such terms as cannot
c.J a. ulease. The stock consists 10 par
r. sanerfioe Blue, Black. and Fancy col
ored Cloths DO. do do. Cassimeres'
London Weliings,
Jarseilles and Satin Vesiings,
snmmer Cloths, Grape Cameie's,
pantaloon stufrs. general assortment,
French Painted Cambrlcs,
Muslins and Lawns
do. FpeIl.h 4 American Cahcoes.
Blaek. Blue black g. Fancy cold. silks
Taffeta, Gauze, and Belt Ribbonds,
Plain and Figured Swiss,
Book and Null Muslns,
Plaid s. Striped Swiss. s. Jackonet do
Kid, Silk and Cotton Gloves,
Silk and Cotton Hosiery.
| Brown French and Irish Linens.
Porter sheelings, Osnaburg 4 buriaps
Irish Linens, Diapers,
/ Fancy lldkfs., aud shalis,
Muslin s. Bobbine,t Edges s. Insertings
piusbufg Cord. Bed Ticking.
Beaverton, Plaid Domesiies, Checks,
BIeached aad Brown DomesiIcs,
shirlings and oheetings,
Browa DrilIings, Osnaburgs, &c. &c.
Together 9th general dSsortmen
lofGroceries, Hard, Glass, and Queen
! Ware.
| Al "a IgQQ