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Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09
From the N. Y. Evening Post.

A TyPosRApHicAL NovRLTY.--An edition
of the Book of Common Prayer with the ru-
brics or directions, printed in red ink, as was
anciently tho custom, has just been issued from
the press Of Mr.. A. Hanford, Of Courtland-st.
and is certainly very great specimen of typ
ography. Having been undertaken with the
appreciation of Bishop Onderdonk, and its pub
lication authorized by him, it will doubtless
supercede those now in use, many of which
are very defective, and are published without
the authority of the Church. 1t cannot but
prove an acceptable improvement to the Epis-
copal community, who may now possess q
copy Of "The Book of Common Prayer" de-
void Of any anomaly which has been so long
toerated-the rubrcs being printed in accord
ance with the literal signification of the term.
Besides the general accuracy of the work 1.-THE
copy having been prepared by the Rev. DR..
BaYard,l its cheapness must recommend itsu-
niversal adoption, it being afforded at the same
rate as other standard editions. Such enter
prise as prompted the undertaking, should not
go unrequited.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

AErrQuIrrBs FROM GRRfcH AND AMA.--Ths'
American Commodore Elliot has on board the
Constitution, at Malta, large collection or
very curious antiquities, which he has taken
during his cruise in the Levant, from the
plains ofMarathon and Troy, the neighb0rhooA
Of Athens, Corinth and Sunium, different parts
ofSyria especially Balbec, the Holy Land, and
Egypt. Tho most curious articles in this col.
lection are two sarcophagi Of marble, found
near Beyroot, on the site OF the city Of Beryts-
They were discovered sixteen feet deep in tho
soil. by peasant who was digging to set out
mulberry tree. The Commodore purchased
them, and caused them to be transported ON
board the frigato from height Of 600 feet
above the sea. Five hundred men ofthe crew
Joined their efforts 10 carry these masses dis
tance of mile and half. These sarcophagi
are of white marble, all in one piece; the small
est has this inscription--Julia yNan,Ga .4ugus-
ia. She was the mother of Alexander Severus,
Emperor in the year s2s Of the Christian Era.
The two monuments were empty when they
were taken by the crew Of the Constitution. .-=A
Paris Paper.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

Observation-Disclosures, burning Halls and
Lynching can do no good in arresting fanati-
cism. Reason must have its influence. Great
indignations was felt and expressed in Phia-
delphia at the promiscuous assemblage of blacks
and whites in the fashionable streets, and out
raging the decencies of society gave rise to the
destruction of Pennsylvania Hall. But, after
all. those disgusting associations are matters
ftaste. If white ladies parade arm in arm
with negroes, will make them companions at
their tables and their boudoirs, we may lament
the degeneracy of the times, but the evil must
correct itself. Such ladies are welcome to
such enjoyments.-N Y. Star.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

KEEPING THINGS IN THR FAMILY.-There 10
Justice Of the Peace now living in Illinois
who summoned man before him to answer in
suit in which he was plaintiff, and, when ie
became necessary for the plaintiff to plead his
cause, the Justice called his wife to the chair
and addressed her as the plaintiffs counsel
He then resumed his seat, summed up the ar
guments and gave verdict in his own, the
plaintiffs favor. The defendant settled the
matter on the spot, but with all reverence to
the Justice, begged leave to say that "such
might be Kentucky custom but he'd be d--d
ifthey'd allow it in York State Chicago Dem
ocrat.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

CANADA.-Toronto and Kingston are Alled
with red coats, and the arrival of the "rig'l liars"
has given the principal towns in both provinces
quite military aspect. The sSd regiment 10
stationed at Kingston. The brigade Of guards
under the command Of Sir James Macdonell,
has been landed at Quebec. The Brigade con-
sists Of 500 Of the grenadiers, and 500 Of the
Coldstream Guards, the pride and boast of the
British army.
We are glad to see that the new Governor
Of the Upper Province is disposed to pursue .
mild and conciliatory course towards the state
prisoners, and that large number Of theindict-
ments for high treason at the Kingston assizes
were ignored, and the prisoners discharged
upon giving their own recognizances for their
good behaviour for three years.-Cleve. Gar.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

STEAMBOAT AcoiDENT.--We learn that the
new steamboat Erie, commanded by Capt. r.
]. Titus, formerly Of the Sanduskv, burst her
cylinder on Thursday last, near Dunkirk, on
her first trip. No injury was sustained by the
passengers or crew.
A certificate, now in our possession, signed
by Al passengers, from Upper Canada, speaks
in terms of fcommendation Of the boat, the mas
ter and crew, and Gays that the accident is not
attributabeto the captain, or any of the officers
or engineer under his command.--Sandusky
Clarion.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

INDIAN MouNDs.--Ever since the discovery
of our Continent, the remains ofantiquity found
in various parts Of it, and particularly in the
western regions, have continued to excite the
curiosity and engage the attention of the an
tiquary and the scholar. In the last number
of Silliman's journal of Science and Art, we
find all elaborate article from the pen of R. c.
Taylor, Esq, treating Of the Indian Mounds
and Earth works in the form of animal effigies,
chiefly in Wisconsin Territory" The mounds
it appears' generally found in the prairies of
this interesting section of country, are usually
about fifty feet in diameter. and not more than
ten or fifteen feet in elevation, but frequently
not more than half that extent. That these
Accommodations of earth we're originally burial
the present day, in Missouri and other places,
they are found to contain graves of deceased
Indians, who have died at late date, thus rem
derng it probable that in the selection of their
repositories for the dead, the savages followed
the example Of people that existed in times
unknown.
Itis stated that in the "American Bottom"
no less than two hundred Of these tumui are
visible from single spot, the largest of which
is ninety feet high and 24OO feet in circumfer-
ence. In group Of these mounds about iS
miles west of the " Four Lakes" there are
seen the efiges of at least six quadrupeds,
six parallellegrams, circular tumulus, one hu-
man figure, and one circle or ring, probably the
scene cf festive or warlike Dances or the place
in which captives were tortured or put to death.
The great Indian war path leading from Lake
Michigan, near Milwaukee, to the Mississippi
above Prairie du Chen, passes along by these
earth works.
Much speculation exists as to the precise
kind of quadruped intended to be portrayed,
some persons supposing it to be the horse, and
some the buffalo, to the latter of which two o.
pinions, the writer in the Journal seems to IT,
cline, although he admltf the hump, q most
striking characteristic of that animal, is not de-
lineated. These representations of animals
vary from 80 to 1875 feet in length. In the CEN
tre Of the group referred TO above, is the fig
ure of a human being, lying in an East and
West direction, the head being towards the
West, and tho legs and arms extended. Its
length is ]25 feet, and SO clearly defined as
not TO admit of any mistake as to the intention
Of those who framed it. The Article to which
we have here referred, occupies some sixteen
pages of the work. and we regret extremely,
that we cannot place its interesting details be-
fore our readers. The rising grounds mention
ed certainly indicate the existence of race of
beings long since gathered to their fathers, Of
whom we have no more authentic records than
these repositories of their bones.
Before we close, it is proper to atd, that the
number of Professor Silliman's able work, from
which the above is taken, possesses more than
ordinary attractiyeness, and will be read with
the deepest interest by the general as well as
the scientific inquirer.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

THE WESTERN RAIL4RoAD.-The Spring
field Republican of the 10th, thus describes the
progress of the road which is to connect Bos-
ton with the Eastern boundary Of New York
and (by the construction of the Albany and
West Steckbridge Railroad, with the Erie ca
nal and the Albany and Buffalo line Of rail-
roads:--.4b. Argus.
Under the direction of the efficient agent and
engineer, this work is going forward with spi-
rit. Contracts were taken out the past week
for SO miles of the Western railroad, extend
ing from Middlefeld, through Pittsfeld, to the
west line of the state. A large number OF re-
sponsibe contractors were in town, and about
900 bids were offered on the different sections.
A part ofthis route is over the mountain, ami
is of course the most difficult to grade; but the
work is to be done with all possible despatch.
The other part Of the road, from Middlefield or
Chester, to the Connecticut river, will be con-
trscted for this season, for completion as soon
az the mountainous part is done. From the IL
yer, east, it is expected the road Will be conf
pleted and in operation in about year; and the
section from Pittsfeld to the NewYork line in
the same timo. The intermediate rart will
take from six months to year longer. An
abundance Of laborers are procured, we under
stand, at 85cents day, the board being de-
Quoted from that sum-.
Upon the road IN the eastern part of the
town, is specimen Of what the Irishmen call
"dagging by stame." For emitting sand bill,
this steam digging machine must make great
saving of flabor. A strong sheet iron scoop,
holding about half a cart load, swings in crane
by chains, and is made by the operation of the
engine to strike into the hill and fill itself by the
winding OF the chains. 1t then swings round
over the cart, when the bottom, being fixed
like trap door, by the touch of spring, drops
open and let's all the sand drop into the cart.
The machinewil thus fill two carts as fast as
they can be drawn off and emptel. Each cart
load Is drawn by one horse on the temporary
railway, 70 the neighboring valley to raise it
to tho proper level. Thus the hills are laid low,
and the valleys made high.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09
Argcporn.-A reverend clergyman Of Phil

AnEcpoTE. reverend clergyman of Phil
adelphia, while on visit to brother divine at
Cape May, was invited to accompany his
friend and others, on fishing excursion in a
whale boat.--At some distance from the shore,
they discovered adevil fish," and fastened to
it with whale iron which they had with them.
The ish, probably not liking such striking
proofs Of attachment from entire strangers.
made of with the greatest velocity, drawing the
boat after him, to the terror of the Philadelphia
anwho could not resist asking his friend the oc.
casion Of his mirth, and dreceived for an answer
that it was enough to make one laugh to see
the depll running ofwith couple of minis
tsrs.--. Mem Bedford Gazette.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

"MAcKENzIE's GAsErrR.n--Mr. Macken-
zie the Canadian patriot, has commenced his
paper in the city of New York, under the above
title. 1t is "nRvoTED TO THE NEWS AND POLL
TICS OF CANADA, AND THE OTHER N. A. CoLoN-
les, ENGLAND AND WALES, IRELAND, Scor-
LAND, AND THE CONTINENTS OF EuRoPR.' This
publication will contain the whole history Of
The Canadian difficulties, sc. &c. Agent for
this city, Mr.. Blain, at the Post Office. Il 10
neatly published. Price $500 year.--Ohis
Statesman.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

SHOCKING OcCuRRNtE.--We learn from the
New York papers that serious accident oc-
Cured at the printing Office attached to the
Methodist book room, in that city, on Saturday.
Mr.. Ludlum, the superintendent Of the power
press, by some means became entangled in the
machinery, and was carried around for some
minutes by the main shaft. He was alone at
the time, but his cries soon brought the other
inmates Of the building to his assistance. On
extricating him, it was found that his legs and
one arm were broken. He was still alive.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

STEAM uP.--Three steamboats, are plying on
Grand River, Michigcn. 1t takes the west to
90 ahead.-Cier. Her.
The M umce can beat this all hollow. On
Grand RiveHthe length fthe trip is sixty miles,
while htre, we have three steamboats, upon a
route ten miles in length, and, what is better,
all making money. And more strange still,
we have two more building for the same busi-
ness.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

Moral CoURAeE.--Matthew Newkirk, ESQ.
received and entertained at his mansion. ID 1
very handsome manner, on Wednesday even
lng, large company Of gentlemen invitsd 20
meet MIR. Clay. Being q member, however Of
tne Temperance Society, he had the moral
courage to give an entertainment unaccompa-
MED BY wine or liquors Of any kind. The only
beverage used was lemonade and pure water:
Notwithstanding which, there was 1t no time
fthe evening any lack Of spirits. - Phil. Her.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

AN lMPosTEa Of the wor.t class is advertis-
ed in the Trenton papors, named Hosea Smith.
1t is stated that he recently went into the
neighborhood of Pennington in the character
of christian minister, and succeeded in intru-
ding himself into respectable family in that
vicinity. About two weeks ago he induced
one of its members to give him her hand in
marriage. He has since been found to be an
imposter, having wife in Yates county, N.
Y. He is about 60 years Of age.--.Netvark
Daily .fGp.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

Isaac Bronson, the great New York capi.
talist, died on the 18th inst, in the a0th year
Of his age. Mr.. Bronson was one ofthe earliest
friends Of the New York general banking, Law,
under which it is said to have been his design
to embark in the establishment Of a bank Of
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

MIcHreAN BANKs.--lt IL stated that the
Clinton Bank has resumed specie payments up
on its one dollar notes, and will resume upon
all the demands with the other banks, at the
time agreed upon in the Bank Convention. The
Bank of Brest and the Merchants and Me-
chanics Bank of Monroe, it is added, have re.
sumed without any restrictions.
The River Raisln Bank also pays specie on
all it's notes.
The Wild Cats are coming Buff. Pat.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

We learn from the papers, that certain notes
are in circulation purporting to be issued by the
"New York Loan Company" This Company
Is said to be fraud. Our neighbors had bet
ter be on their guard, as they may be travelling
in this direction. Counterfeit money is like
the "Star of Emplre;" it takes its way west
ward.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

A TRAVELLING JOURNAL, is the name Of pa-
per just started in New Hampshire. The ed
TORS Office is on four wheels and drawn about
by yoke of active oxen; so that he can dun
and edit his paper at the same time. The pa
per is published at no particular place and halls
from all over the country. Herald.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

TIE STRAIN BOAT EaiE.-Ths boat has met
with misfortune similar to that which befel
the Cleveland. She has burst her cylinder, and
will require several weeks to get new one.
At the time ofthe accident she was on her way
up with full load ofpassengers. No one was
injured. Damage probably six thousand dol
lars.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

GEOGRAPHY - Which side of the river is
the Canada sidop said traveller coming up
the Maumee in steamboat, few days since;
I've got turned around SO that I cannot tell
the point of Compass"
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nnrNme Mncalsr--Arorana srRAMpoAr

BRRwNe MiscmEF--ANoTHER STEAMBOAT
gExpL osIon. lit appears from the following
paragraph that two old respectable citizens of
Albany, both we'll known as brewers and steam
boat proprietors, came to blows few days
since in the city Of New-York. Such occur
ences are exceedingly painful. Brewers will
have their ailments in troublous times, and
may be maltreated, but should possess few
grains Of common sense, and not allow them
selves to bo icorked up in froth of passion,
which generally hops over the confines Of pro-
priety, and usually ends in bunging up the op-
tics and mashing the adornments of the out
ward man, if not stretching him on his bier.--
Troy Morning Post.
A terrible rumpus was kicked up yesterday
afternoon in Courtland street, between coup
le Of indiWduals--one Of the name Of Robert
Dunlap, and the other Howard alias Fiddler.
The only history ofthe transaction we derived
from Mr.. Dunlap, one Of the parties alluded to,
in his statement at the police, and the allega-
tions of gentleman who accompanied him to
the office. II appeared that the complainant is
the owner of certain steamboat, navigating
the North river, known by the name Of the DE
Witt Clinton, and that the defendant is also the
proprietor of craft propelled by the same
power, which he calls the diamond. The par
ties, moreover. are, or have been pretty extern
sively engaged in the manufacture OF ale and
other malt liquors, in all of which occupations
each pursued his own course Of business and
ench tried his utmost to out-sell, out-buy, out
carry, and out-cast his rival. The steamboats,
ran regular opposition-onc would put down
his price to dollar to Albany--tie other fell
to SO cents-tho former went for 25, and his
rival carried them for nothing, and gave them
as much as they could eat and drink into the
bargain. So it was with the beer Fiddler
pulled his beer as being superior 10 Dunlap,s-
Dunlap cracked his beer as superior to Fld-
dler's and Philadelphia put together. One
said the others was drugged, and that his own
was the only kind that contained the pure hop,
which the other retaliated by hopping on to him
yesterday US before stated-spltting in his face,
bruising his nose, and cutting his head open
with a big stick. Mr.. Dunlap, the complain
ant, having testified to these allegations, and
furthermore that the beating and banging was
done without cause or provocatlon, save and
except little wordy alteration in the street.
the party complained of was required to give
bail for bis appearance to answer the charge
at the next special session.-N Y. Herald.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

The Methuen. Falls Gazette asks why all
men cannot regard one another as brothers.
We believe that time has scarcely arrived.
They will not acknowledge themselves to be
even uncles and cousins to each other yet
much less brothers.-B.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

STATE CONVENTION Journal and Reg
lister of the LIST inst gives the proceedings of the
Democratic Wing State Convention holden in
Columbus on the Slst ultimo. We are unable
to publish the report, from its length. Nearly
one whole page of the paper is occupied by u
list of tie delegates. The number was almost
unparalleled in the history gatherings of the
people. The greatest unanimity prevailed
throughout all the proceedings, and the whole
Of the immense collection of people amounting
to many thousands seemed swayed by one
mind, and intent upon the same thing, the re-
generation, namely, Of our government. The
Convention was organized by the appointment
Of Allen Trimble President, and one Vice Pres
ident from each Congressional District. In
relation to candidate for the Presidency, the
following resolution was passed unanimously.
"Resolued--That this Convention have un-
diminished confidence in the patriotism and
talents of our distinguished fellow citizen,
WILLIAM HENRY HARRISON;a ;and concur
with the Convention in July last, In presenting
his name to the National Convention as can
didate fer the Presidency; but at the same time
pledge their cordial support to the nomination
Of that Convention, should it fall on either of
the other distinguished statesmen, HENRY
CLAY or DANIEL WEBSTER, whose names
are prominent as Wing candidates for that i'm
portant office,
Governor Vance was nominated for reel.
ection, by the following resolution.
" Resolved-That we Jew with unqualified
appreciation the official conduct of our present
distinguished Governor, General JOSEPH
VANCE, and consider that his manly support
Of the principles advocated in his message to
the late Legislature (which continue the ele-
ments of the true honor and prosperity of our
state,) entities him to the need of Vel done,
good and faithjul servants" and that we re-
commend him to the people Of Ohio, efor
their support for the Office of Governor at the
next fall elections
The Convention appointed Jacob Burnet Of
Hamilton County and Calvin Pease as Sena-
torial delegates, and recommended the ap-
pointment Of one more from each Congresaion-
al district, to represent the State in National
Convention.
Many other resolutions were passed, and a
great number of addresses made by different
individuals, among whom we notice the names
of Thomas Ewing and Governor Vance, and
the convention adjourned.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

TIE New YoRK MIRRoR. THE last number
Of this periodical is the "plate number" and
contains beautifully executed plate ofNew
York Bay, from Staten Island. The contents
Of this number are entirely original, and well
sustain the exesllsss reputation ofths Mirror.
Maumee express. [volume] (Maumee City, Ohio) 1837-1838, 1838-06-09

DR.. Beecher, in one of his lectures, Gays
"There is but one way of securing universal
equality to man-and that is, to regard every
honest employment as honorable, and then for
every man to learn, in whatsoever state he may
be, Herewith to be content, and to fulfil with
strict fidelity, the duties of his station, and to
make every condition post of honor"