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Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08

UT The Brdseton West Jersey Chronicle men
ITEMS singular and distressing circumstance in rela-
ton to Mr. d. M. Woodruff, Of that place. He un-
designedly swallowed small piece OF wood which
he was chewing when fraction pierced his threat in
such position TO render its extraction impossible.
II commenced swelling in few days and the ex.
trsmc pain which it has caused him. renders his reco-
very very doubtful.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08

TURTLE SoUP!-Ths day Downing, of Nos. 3 S.
and Broad street, will serve up fine Green Turtle.
In soup and steaks. Attend We epicures.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08

Tns GIRATFHs.-We yester day stated that the
prices Of admission to these extraordinary animals.
had been reduced to twenty five cents. We were
nsinformed by wag-rhe price remains at Fifty
cents.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08

70 Brockway the notorious counterfeiter thie
robber and gambler, was arrested in Geneva las
week, and is now in the Jail of Batavia.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08

% We are glad to see, by the Virginia papers,
that thelate drought relieved last week by delight
full showers OF rain. Its hoped that the corn crops
may yet be saved in some districts, by this desirable
change.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08

p Psssy is elected member Of the institute
vice Prince de Tallcyrand, deceased.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08

90 The mercury AT Fayetteville N. c., for foul
days preceding August LIST, was at Sc.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08

U The Earl Of Derby is to have the garter, vacan
by the death of the Duke OF Leeds.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08

OF Mrs. Benedict Fowler, in ST. George county,
Md, was killea by lightninR few nights since.
vAtrAsT ExrLorr.-Curtls, the newly appointed
Park keeper, commenced operations yesterday by
Kicking over the stand Of poor old fruit woman who
keeps near the post Office, destroying her little pro-
perty depriving her of the means Of obtaining honest
bread for her children. and manning an infant which
she held in her arms the time, severely in the face.
"As there stones bat ~ha, for thuuder
FiRE AT BnooxLyS-At about noon, yesterday,
fire broke out in row Of buildings at the corner OF
Clark and Henry Streets occupied as a carpenter .
shop by Mcssrs futile, Grove q Valentine, and by
Robert Carr, carver.
The buildings were entirely destroyed, with large
quantity Of lumber and other materials
There was an insurance on one Of the premises
for $500
ST. AUGUSTINE, (Florids,) July 2i.-We understand
that il s estimated that there are about 100 Indian
warriors in the strong holds OF the Oke fenoke
Swamp, headed by Coacochee.
Surcps.-Col. Thomas Marshall, an cs,lmsbIc c
uzen Of Ross County, Ohio, recently hung himself
with strip Of hickory bark lie left wife, family
Of children, and a properly worth $4,000 Mental
arrangement supposed the cause.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08

CARTS. PESSoyER AND HosKES.-Capt. Pennoyer
has called on us relative to what passed between him
and the Great Western people. He aequs Hosken
OF blame. So do we, so far as he is concerned no
farther. We shall enter into particulars tomorrow.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08

D' The coored legislature Of San Domingo hav,
passed the act reducing the tariff. The markets ar,
everstocked with provisions.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08

II The Bedouin Arabs out Bedouin Bedouins I
Their feats are most extraordinary.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08

Co Poor Prince Poianac and his wife, are with
the royal exies of France, near Vienna.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08

r. wercrret tora n aat tue Hon William Pat
,crsep. member Of Cong ess from Gercsce county
lies ds paerously III at his residence in Warsaw.Atb
Journal
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08

D Mrs. Benedict Fowler, in ST. George county
Md, was killed by lightning few nights since.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08

Suc,or-Mrs Be,hiah Paine, wife Of Mr. Samuel
n Paine az hi. ,owp. committed suicide in Ware
ON Thursd,y morning last by drowning herself in The
river vh,,., Iskoripg under fl Of arrangement
Tier body was found the same dsy.-Bristoi Or. ~
Phcnir.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08

Squat AND CApsixs.-We learn by the ClevelaE .
Herald a. Gazette, that the schooner bIaek HAWK
was capsized of ChsgriR, in a sudden squat last
wreck nv the bunker Hill, and put on bonrd the Ro.
bert Fulson. The vessel may be saved She had no
cargo on board-BuT Com. Aar
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1838-08-08
Mr.. Bennett's Interview with his Meshsr
and Sisters.

We publish today one half of MI. Bennett's inter
estng account of his vsi, TO his mother and relatives
after an absence Of g years-hs having left there
when boy. We would have Published the whole
Of ii today but it is long We shall give the ba-
lance tomorrow, and publish the whole in tomorrow
evening paper and in our Weekly 1t is the best let
ter ever sent across the Atlantic.
LETTER NO XIV
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1838-08-02

ANOTHER YANKEE TR!cK.-The ne
cesslty OF keeping sharp look out " hen
we have to do with Yankees is fully
demonstrated in the follow Jag narrative.
Our readers recollect notice in this pa
per few days since, of the safe arrival
of the schooner Lone. Captain Clarke, at
Matamoras, after passing the blockade.
Having sold the freight at an enor-
nous profit, Captain Clarke took in a
cargo of specie and hides worth $50, 900,
and cleared again for New Orleans. On
the morning OF the 25th June, before
day light, the Lone passed the bar ofthe
Del Norte under canvass with a fresh
smacklng breeze, and strong expectations
OF eluding the vigilance of the blocka.
ding squadron. But she had not sailed
ten miles TO sea before the breeze died
away and daylight revealed the French
brig of war within miles distance
SO soon as the Yankee was discovered
the French commander manned boat
with dozen sailors and marines, board.
ed and took possession of her as prize.
All the crew and passengers were trans
ierred from the schooner Lone, 10 the
U. ,. Sloop of war Yandalia, excepting
captain Clarke, the mate and the cook
a lieutenant and prize crew of eight men
were then put on board and ordered to
SACRIFICES, where the French fleet Law
at anchor. Captain Clarke, his mate and
cook were thus declined prisoners in
their own vessel, under guard OF nine
armed men including the lieutenant
They submitted to their fate with com.
mendabe fortitude till the morning of
the 9th of July. The vessel lay becalm,
ed thirty miles from Sacrificios. The
reco!lections Of '76 stirred the Yankee
blood in the veins o! the prisoners. and
they determined to make one effort for
liberty. Fortune seemed to favor the
attempt, They stole upon deck about
daylight and found only four sailors up.
on the watch. The residue and the
officer having retired 20 rest. To knock
down two Of the watch and drive the
other two up the rigging before the muz.
zie OF pistol without load or flint-to
iasteh The companion way upon the lieu-
tenant aud lock the forecastIe upon the
sailors, was the work Of moment with
this trio Of resolute seamen contendiDg
for their freedom. Without any blood
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1838-08-02

INFLUENCE OF THE Moon ON TIM,
RER-A very intelligent gentleman named
Edmonstone, who was nearly 30 years en>
gagged in eating timber in Demarara, and
who made number Of observations on ,reeg
during that period, says that the moons in
huence on trees is very great. So obserya-
bic is this, that if tree be cut down al full
moon il will Immediately split as il torn a.
sunder by the Influence OF great external
force they are likewise attacked much
earlier by the rot than il allowed 10 remain
TO another period Of The moons age. Trees.
therefore, which arc intended 10 be appl;ed
10 durable purposes, ere cut only during the
hrst and last quarters Of the moon. for the
sap rises 10 the top of The tree at fol moon.
and falls in proportion TO the moons Dc,
crease.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1838-08-02
MORE NEW GOODS.

THE subscriber takes this meth cd OF
informing his friends and customers, aud
the public generally. that he has just re-
turned from the North again, where he
has purchased fresh supply of Goods
to replenisA his broken assortment, which
ne is now receiving and offering tor sale
as cheap, or cheaper. than ever. His
stock now is more full and complete than
it ever has been, particularly his assort-
meut of Silks. IMusl;ns. Caiicoes, Shoes,
Hats. and Fancy Goods.
He hopes now to be more fully able
to suit and accommodate the tastes, fan-
cy and interest of his customers and
friends than heretofore. if possible. Be-
ing assured that those who have dealt
with him are satisfied and we'll pleased,
he would more particularly invite all
others to come and see for themselves,
and no reasonable expectants shall be
dissatisfied with their bargains.
A. nj. AIOSBY.
Staunton. July IL. 1888.
N. b. The subscriber has quantity
of WOOL g. FEATHERS, which he
offers for sale. A. nj. M.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1838-08-02
VIRGINIA.
July IL.

AT Rules held in the Clerks Office
OF the Circuit Superior Court ofLaw and
Chancery for Augusta County ,on M onday
the End day of July 1888.
John ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
James McKemy and George Huffman
defendants.
IN CHANCERY
The defendant James McKemy, not
having entered his appearance, and Civ
en- security, according to the act of Ass
sembly and the Rules OF this Court, and
appearing by satisfactory evidence, that
he is not an inhabitant OF this Common
wealth: 1t is ordered, that the said de-
PENDANT do appear here, on the first day
oil the next term, 10Th OF Now and ans
swer the bill Of the plaintiff, and that a
copy OF this order, be forthwith inserted
IN SEINE newspaper printed in Stanton,
Tor two months successfully, and posted
at the front door Of the Court. house OF
Augusta County.
A Copy-Teste,
MICH. c. KINNEY, G. c.
Jujy I'D
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1838-08-02
NOTICE..

The subscriber offers for rent, com.
Portable DWELLING HOUSE, small
garden well filled with necessary stuffs
for family use, and also, a Blacksmith
shop and a good set Of Tools He would
sell the smith tools on very moderate
terms, large pile Of fire wood at the
door, also some Charcoal, and guam
,lty OF Coal wood ready for burning.
Also, aquantity of good hay sufficient to
feed horse or mich COW, one winter
season. The above property is situate on
the Tree road % miles west Of Staunton,
and adjoining the lands of William III.
Bell. The terms made known by
JOHN GREAVER.
July IL.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1838-08-02

In description of the Aston House. by
The New York Wing. we have the follow
ing account OF the application and power Of
slean.
by the multiplication ofstationary wash
tubs, and The power of steam, clothes may
De washed, dried, and ready for use, an hair
a" hour otter May are girsn in The dry-
ing process is accomplished in five minutes,
by spreading the clothes on wooden horses,
running on railroads, and leading into
large close apartment, heated to very high
temperature by steam. n rotary steam en-.
CINE pumps water, supplies steam 10 The
kitchen, wash room, &c. cleans the knives
and forks. boots and shoes, and has in reserve
power enough for other uses.''
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1838-08-02

lshed and almost without resistance,
they took possession ofthe SC hooner, and
brought her prize crew, money, hides
and all, safely to New Orleans. Ontheir
way to this port they were met and
boarded by British armed ship, the COM
mander OF which applauded the gallant
exploit of Captain Clarke, aud offered
him convoy to Havana. The whole
achievement may betaken as a fair specl>
men Of Yankee daring & enterprise, and
should be caution to oil who come in
collision with that people, by which
some useful lessons may DC learned.
The True American OF the 18th, thus
refers to the event:
Few things have occurred here to
cause SO much undi.guised mirth as the
exploit of Captain Clarke of the schoon.
er Lone, his mate aud steward, in reta,
king the vessel, and bringing the prize
crew of nine Frenchmen safely into port.
bound hand and foot. The particulars
OF this matter were so generally publish
ed yesterday that it is useless to repeat
them here. 1t was highly amusing to
observe the worthy Captain report him
self and his story TO the Collector of this
port. While the officials were bursting
with suppressed mirth. Captain Clake
proceeded with his story, as solemn as a.
judge in The criminal court. He seemed
far more troubled with the few words
Of the Cole Ctor than in surrounding with
his body guard Of two, the whole ofthe
nine French sailors: and when some
doubts were expressed whether the
schooner must be sent back again, he
calmly otsery ed, he couldn't see why,
i. was the duty Of every captain 10
bring his vessel to her port Of destina.
ten. We learn that it was deemed ne
cessary TO make special deposite of the
specie to the order cf the government,
and to take bonds 70. the vessel and cars
go. pending the transmission of instruc-
ton from head quarters. The Captain
and his company have immortalized
themselves. and many was the Joke
cracked, and bottle too, while laughing
q, the dilemma of the sleeping lieuten-
ant and his tied up crew.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1838-08-02
VIRGINIA
July II.


AT Rules held in the Clerks Office of
the Circui: Superior Court of Law and
Chancery for Augusta County. on Mon,
day the End day of July, 1885.
John ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
George r. Gather and James Alexan-
der Sheriff of Augusta County, defen,
dants.
IN CHANCERY
The defendant George r. Gather, 10
having entered his appearance, and Civ
Ell security, according to the act OF AS
sembly and the Rules of this Court, and
it appearing by satisfactory evidence,
that he is not all inhabitant of this Com
monwealth: 1t is ordered, that the said
defendant. do appear here, on the first
day of the next term, ooh of Nov. and
answer the bill Of the plaintiff, and
that copy of this order, be forth with
inserted in some newspaper, printed in
Staunton, for two months successfully
and posted at the front door of the Court.
house of Augusta County.
A Copy-Teste,
NICHS. G.. KINNEY, &C.
July IL.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1838-08-02
POETRY.
p A II TING.

Il A X TIN G..
Nor Of the boisterous sea
Not of the tempest's power
Not OF the long aud weary wav.
Speak Of this sacred hour!
Not OF the pirates steel
God OF the traveller, hear (!
Ana from our parting cup of love
Wiring out these dregs OF fear.
Art thou God al home,
Where the bright fireside smiles-
And not abroad upon the wave,
Mid dangers darkest wiles /?
VIVA, though the eyes so dear
To distant regions turn,
Their tender language in our hearts
Like vestal fire shall burn.
What though the voice BELOVED
Respond not to our pain,
We'll shut its music in the soul
Until we meet again.
Farewell we're travellers all.
With one blest goal ia view
One rest-one everlasting home
Sweet friends sweet adieu
Connecticut Observer.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1838-08-02
At the same time and place, will be sold
rs OR go SLAVES.

men, women and boys-some Of them
very likely : IL or Is head of Horses
3 OF of them. fine saddle horses lS or
20 Mich Cows, and Work Oxen; rs
head Of Sheep; 20 or so head of hogs,
&c. Also, all the Household and
Kitchen Notwithstanding Utensils
of every description-W heat Fans-one
set Of Blacksmith's Tools, &c.
TBRMs-For the Land, one fourth Of
the purchase money will be required in
hand, the balance in three equal annual
payments, with deed of trust to secure
the payments. The Negroes will be
sold for cash. For the other property a
credit of IL months will be given, OH all
sums over five dollars the purchaser
giving bond with approved security.
Gentlemen wishing to purchase large
or small estate, in this most beautiful and
desirable country, are invited to view
the above lands before the day of sale.
Any communication addressed to the
subscriber, at Everettsville, Albemarle
county, will be attended to-
CHARLES l.. PEYTON.
r'or. Of Craven Peyton, decd.
Monteagle, AlbemarIe Co., July 5.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1838-08-02
VIRGINIA.


AT Rules held in the Clerks Office OF
the Circuit Superior Court of Law and
Chancery for Augusta County, on Mon
day the End day Of July 1888.
George Baylor SEN, plaintiff-against
John Rusmisel. Adam Rusmisel, Jacob
Rusmisel.-Smith, Richard l. Hill,
and Reuben ID. Hill-de PENDANTS.
IN CHANCERY
The defendants John, Adam and ia.
cob Rusmisel and Richard l. Hill, not
having entered their appearance, and
given security, according to the act of
Assembly. and the Rules Of this Court.
and it appearing by satisfactory evidence
that they are not inhabitants of this CONS
monwealth 1t IS ordered, that the said
defendants do appear here. on the first
day of the next term, Cloth of Now
and answer the bill of the plaintiff, and
that copy of this order be forthwith
inserted in some newspaper. printed in
Staunton, for two months SUCCESSFULLY,
and posted at the front door OF Court.
house of Augusta County.
A Copy-Teste,
NICHS. C.. KINNEY, &C.
July ID
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1838-08-02

Cause. and effect were reversed. VIVA
should have been the effect of mutual kind
ness, was the cause of it. Mr.. and Mrs. T.
through sheer Contrariness became the bes
matched couple in the world Tho quarre
OF love was no longer quarrel, but con
test in the best humor.
"Why have we not always been thus hap
py! said Horace one morning.
1T wasyour fault-if yeu had not rompeC
so unbecomingly with Ellen Downs
| "Pm sure never did"
Yes, you did on your wedding night"
II was unconscious of any thing, and il
you perceived it, you should have told me. u
but you were so cross the next day"
"You were sad frsl''
| "And then you flew into such shocking
rage"
Mistaken, again"
mo, no, no, there is no installing tres
nendous passion for good humor'
every well, Jane-ah, eh, Mrs Elliot,
have ii your own way. You are right"
go, no. Mr.. Elliot you we're not in a
passion, l am sure you were not but merely
demolished the ware for amusement You
are always right.
"Jane, could explain"
"Why didn't your"
"You burst into the room IN such pet"
nv Souiu uSip ~
'lfl thought you would hear me through"
She put herself in the attitude ofa listener,
and he told the whole story-all except his
soiiloquy about Ellen Downs; for he was
not himself sure, when he said il.
w ell oil thai is plausible enough
"You believe it,"
"Why, yes. No woman doubts what
Galters herself"
"Now," Horace continued, elf you had
not behaved so naughty about tho piano.
"And il you had not mathematical my
whole sex in the chaiss.''
"And if you had not blamed me for the
shower"
"O,I didn't
eti SO understood it,"
And refused 10 believe me when pro
tested TO the contrary. How could you eN-
pect me 10 own my pleasure when saw the
piano."
Then you were pleasedn'
Make me repeat il, would you?'
but you have never touched the keys"
Jane opened The piano, turned 10 piece
OF music published on the very day prece>
ding the purchase Of the instrument, and ran
through ii RAPIDLY and correctly. They
came SO near mutual kiss that both started
back, as well known Bit OF paper slipped
from the portfolio and fell upon the keys.
III you had not exposed US by setting
Johnston upon that" said she.
Then you did not make the sketch"
"Me>--never?''
"Who could have done il?''
The mock parson at that moment eutered
the room. "New music, hey" And be-
fore they could conceal it, he had caught
glimpse of the carricature. Mr.. and Mrs
u. both blushed; and what was a little sineus
lar, the intruder looked awfully confused too
sudden light broke in upon lie pair
eco YOU" said Mrs Il.
"Devil!" said Mr. L.
Nov" said the visiter, "examine that
paper"
Iney did so, and turning il over, found
written on one corner sentence which they
never again forgot:
"BEAR AND FoRpEAR."
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1838-08-02

London is the larges. ard richest city
IN the world, occupying surface of 80
square miles, ihickly Planted with hou.
ses, mostly three, tour aud five stories
high. /! contained, in 1881, popua-
iies of Al ,4l0. II consists ofLondon
City, Westminster City, FinsbuFy,
Mafy leboue, Tower Hamless, South
watk, and Lambeth districts.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1838-08-02

PIANos.-The Boston Times says:-Mr.
j. Cuts Smith, of this city, has invented
Key for tuning Piano For.es which promises
10 be OF grea, utility and will enable ladies
to tune their own Pianos, without the trou>
bic and expense of procuring person espe-
ciaiiy for that purpose. II is very simple in
Its construction, and will probably soon take
the place of the old key altogether.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1838-08-02
AlbcmlarHe Land at
Public Sale.

MONTEAGLE. the late residence of
Craven Peytcn, deed, will be sold to the
highest bidder. on Thursday the 7h of
September next, Git fair, otherwise the
next fair day.. This is considered one
of the most valuable Estates in the ups
per country-and in point of health and
the State. 1t contains by recent sur
vey 1000 acres upwards of 500 Of
which are cleared. the balance well tim
bered. 1t is bounded for nearly two
miles on the North and East BY the Ri
wanna River, and on the South by Buck
Island Creek. large stream emptying
into the river. The two streams form
upwards of 800 acres of low grounds, Of
very superior quality-the greater part
being alluvial and well adapted to the
growth of Corn, Wheat, Oats, xnd To-
bacco. The Improvements are not good.
The dwelling house is old, but large
and comfortable, and situated on beau
tiful eminence. bringing all the arabic
land under the eye-and making the
prospect in every direction picturesque
and beautiful. There is every necessary
out house, with Horse Mill, Threshing
1AaCuthS, lce HOUSE, &C. mere are Ten
or twelve never failing springs Of pure
water on the place.
Also. another Tract, containing $50 a.
ores. Immediately on the River. above
the thousand acre tract just described,
with upwards of one hundred acres of
River bottom, and 100 acres of high
land cleared the balance well timbered.
This land lies well, and is well watered
has or it pretty good DWELLING
HOUSE. and some out houses-and is
susceptible Of being made most beauti.
full and desirable residence. These
Lands lie eight miles East Of Charlottes-
vile. The Rivanna is navigable at all
seasons to Columbia, where it empties
into James River.
Al tho car,a t;r.o Il ..la.. rs. I'll L. ILL
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1838-08-02
NEW HAT g. CAP STORE.
James WiHev 81 Go.

Have opened in the store house lately
occupied by Patterson 81 Browne hands
some assortment of HATS, which
they will sell unusually low. All kinds
of DRESSING ironing and cleaning. will be
done in the neatest style and on the short.
est notice. They invite the public to
call and examine their assortment and
learn their prices.
StauntOn, June 2I-tf