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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1839-02-08
AT PHILADELPHIA.
From the National Gazette.

The rain of Friday night and Saturday
morning has caused freshet in the river
Schuylkill, which is without a parallel ior
the damage which ensued on that river
The water rose very suddenly about one o.
clock in the afternoon, and continued 10 in
crease till alter midnight, when il was ten
feet higher than its ordinary level-being
equal to the great freshet Of 1898, and en-
ceedng by two feet any that has occurred
since,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1839-02-08

The Learned Blacksmith We published
short time since, an extract from Governor
Evereit's lecture on Self.Culiure, ia which
allusion was made 10 blacksmith who had,
without neglecting his laborious occupation,
acquired a knowledge of more than ffy Ian
gnages ancient and modern. We learn that
this blacksmith is Mr. Elihu Burrtt, ma,
tive of New Britain, Conn, where he learn
ed his trade He has resided in Worcester
for year or two past on account of the
excellent library at that place ofihe Ameri-
can Antiquary Society He now does reg
ularly, every day, journeyman's days
work at the locksmith business. Connecti-
eut has reason to be proud Of such man. -
Transcript
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1839-02-08

According to careful computation that
we have made the running away Of leg
treasuiers TO Texas, Canada and Europe, has
also reducedthe Van Buren, party one tenth.
Mr. Van Buren, must arrest this fearful emf.
grafton Of his friends or he will soon be LEFT
without enough fora body guard. Louis.
Jour
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1839-02-08


Bar5ariics and SnpersHtions Western
Indians The Chicago Democrat contains
letter from Council Bluffs, dated Ocs. Is,
1883, which the writer says was told to him
BY trader OF undonbted veraciiy, and who
was an eyewitness OF the scene 1t is as
follow -
The Pawnees in a war expedition into
the Sioux country, last February, took pris-
oncr Sioux girl only fourteen years old
whom they kept about two months, until
corn planting. and fauened her as they would
hog. They then determined 10 make
sacrifice OF her This they kept to them
selves. Two days before the sacrifice, at
council Of eighty OF the warriors aud head
men Of the nation met to see whether they
would accept the offers Of two traders of the
American fur company, who offered them
valuable presents if they would release her
TO them, so that they might let her return
home. But all would not do. A majority
of them was for a sacrifice, of course those
| in favor Of her release could do nothing.
At the breaking up of the council the prso-
ner was brought out and accompanied by
the whole council, was led from house
10 house when they gave her a small bill.
let Of wood and little paint, which she
handed to the warrior next TO her, and be
passed II on to the next until every wigwam
had contributed some wood and paint, On
the 22d of Apr, she was led out to be sac.
rifced. but not until she came upon the
ground did she conjecture her fate. They
had chosen the place between two tree:
which grew within five feet Of each other
They then made her ascend the three bar:
tied loss from tree 10 tree. her feet resting
on the bars below, where slow fire kind
led beneath would just reach her feet. Two
warriors then mounted the bars and there
standing one on each side Of her. held fire
: under her armpits until she was almos
dead. Then, at given signal, they al
shot arrows into her body so thick that har
dy a pin could be placed between them
The arrows were Immediately taken from
her flesh. and it was all cut from her bone:
in pieces not larger than half dollar. ant
put in baskets. All this was done befor,
she was quite dead Then the principa
chief took piece OF flesh and squeezed i
until drop OF blood fell upon the corn tina
was Just planted. and this was done to al
they hnd in the ground
The leiter-wriier says this is the way
the Pawnees treat their prisoners of war
He suys he has visited the Ouoes, eight mile,
|, from the bluffs, and was forcibiy sirucl
with their superslilious burials Of the dead
When warrior OF note dies, they kill on
Of the best horses of the nation on his grave
and then cut Off his tail and tie il to pol
n i6een feet high, and there leave it. The,
, believe the spirit of the horse will serve tn
spirit ofthe warrior in the next world Tn,
( Sioux and Pawnees are in state of constan
hostility, which has been Of 200 years con
l:inuance
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1839-02-08

Quick WoRK.-A young lady was pas
singthrough Cornhill during the cold wealth
er about the latter part OF last month, when
the side walks slippery with ice. and while
gazing too intenlly on u print in one Of the
shop windows, her feet slipped, and she fell,
although in the most graceful manner posi-
Bile, PROSTATE on the side walk. A young
gentleman was within arms length of her al
the time--and vainly endeavored 10 save her
from falling. With commendabe gallantry
however, he assisted the fair one, who blush.
ed celestial, rosy red" to recover her feet.
Her ANGLE, and the young gentleman was
aware that 1t was beautiful one, was slight
ly sprained-which served him as an excuse
for accompanying her to her place OF abode.
On the way she was compelled to lean upon
him in a manner, which, under other cir
cumstances, she would have considered ra,h-
er INDIGENOUS, especially as her companion
was a stranger--but this he did not take in
high dudgeon-on the contrary, he seemed
quite delighted, and exeIted himself to be as
agreeable as possible, and to relieve the en-
barrassment which evidently felt, at the awk-
ward mishap which had beiallen her. He
left her at the door of her fathers mansion
again and enquire after her health.
He called the next day--and was received
with much cordially, She seemed grateful
for the lmly assistance he had rendered her
and il is well known that gratitude is akin
TO love. On the other hand. he was capiiya-
ted by her charms-and took an early oppor.
tunity to point out to her the importance and
propriety of her having guide and protect
or always near her, to avert impending dan
ger and stay her steps when falling. She
listened to his logic, and admitted that his
conclusions were correct--and has consen,
ted to receive him as guide and protector
through lifel The wedding day is already
ixed--and from the personal merits and
character of the parties there can be little
doubt that their union will be precursor of
domestic happiness. Boston Jour.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1839-02-08

The Unitarian meeting house (Rev. Mr.
Sanger's) situated in Dover, Ms. was entirely
destroyed by fire on Sunday evening, sup.
posed 70 have caught from boy takire
some Goals from the stove and dropping some
on the floor, which caused its destruction. Z
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1839-02-08

"A private banking company here issues
bills Of $50 francs.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1839-02-08

Value Of Horse Eesh.-A two year old
colt named J. F. Robinson. by Medoc, has
been sold by his owners in Kentucky for
$4,000
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1839-02-08

REPORTED KIDNAPPINo-C Considerable
excitement was caused about town yesterday
from rumor which was freely circulated
that about 10 O'Clock on Wednesday eve.
ming party of ten or twelve persons went
to the residence ola colored man, named Hen.
~ William Webster, in Cedar street. where
they under pretence of having warrant for
his arrest, seized upon him, put him in irons,
and carried him off, no one as yet knowing
whittier, but il is said he was put on board a
vessel about leaving for the South.
We have made inquiry at all our Offices OF
police, and prisons, Sc, but we can obtain
no clue as 10 the whereabouts ofthe missing
man The whole affair remains mystery.
~ Y Express.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01
BALTIMORE MARKET.
FROM the baltimore Patriot or July "a.

CArTLE.-We quote choice grass Cattle at 49,
80 psr cwt' Live Hogs selling at 80, and 1925.
BAcoN.-Sales of prime Western Bacon, assort-
ed, have been made at III cts. We quote prime
Baltimore cured Hams at IA and Ia cts, and Wes-
tern at 10 and l2d cts. Western Middlings at l0a
and II cts, and Shoulders at 81 and 10 cts.
FLouR.-HoWard Street EoKr.-We quote at
S5,874 to Sc Gom Stores, and at S., 624 from Rail
Road and Wagons. Some parcels of Flour from
new Wheat have reached the market, and are held
at 1925 from Stores. CITY MiHs Foar.-Most
OF the Flour of this description now being made is
IN iulhlment of contracts for new, at prices ranging
from S6,25 up TO $6,75. Lots Of new, in market,
are held at $3.50. SaSqaekaRna Hoar.-We
quote al S5,874 and Sc, as in quality and freshness
WHEAr.-IAe small quantities of new Wheat
arriving at market during the present week have
oocaaioHed disappointment and as, in consequence
OF the Anticipation OF greater supplies, contracts for
new Flour wore made to some extent, millers have
been compelled to pay higher prices than would
have been given under other circumstances. 1t is
tor this reason that the prices of new Wheat are
some ten or fifteen cents a bushel higher in this
market than any other neighboring one. Sales Of
common TO bestnew reds made throughout the week
at Sl,2O TO Sl,30, and yesterday as high as $I,33
vas paid for red. To-day a cargo of new white, of
sooi quality, but not suitable for family Flour, was
sold at : ,35.
CoRN.-Sales of Md. white made throughout the
week at rs cts for good shipping parcels. Sales,
in like manner, of Md. yellow at 80 and 81 cts
Sales Of Va. mixed at II cts.
RYE,-Good new is worth about 80 cts.
OATs.-Saleso fgood new early in the week made
at 46 cts, and since then at SO and ii cts, as in
quality.
WHIsKEY.-Sales Of large lots ofhhds. made this
week at $50 and 36 cts, and extensive sales ofbbls.
al 37a and 80 cts. Retail lots of hhds. are occa-
sionally sold at 81 cts, and of bbls. at 38k and 80
cts. The Wagon price ofbbls. remains at 80 cts,
exclusive Of the bbi.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01


The late hot weather and frequent rains are ra-
pidly urging the corn crop to abundant perfection.
In addition to the almost unparalleled exuberance
of the crops Of grain and vegetables, our farmers
have the advantage of a ready market for mos, Of
their produce. in the great number of laborers and
horses that flock to tue line of the Rail Road.
Our thanks are due to Mr.. NJ. A. Yanclcve, for a
mess of potatoes and onions of very large growth,
sent to our office during the last week.
We believe Mr.. r. 7. Bryarley yet stands num-
Der one for turnips. In the fall of 1885, we brought
a bag full from his farm, one of which weighed ele-
ven pounds, two ounces; the other nine pounds,
eleven ounces -(Ofcourse, the bag held only two
Each of them measured . feet . inches in circum-
ference. If any Of his neighbors wish to rival him,
now is the time.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01
FLOOD.

Winchester and its vicinity were visited on the
cath ult., with a flood which partially inundated
many of the dwellings, and filed with water all the
cellars, streets, aud gardens, in the lower parts OF
the town. Considerable damage resulted to prop
erty in the town: and also to milldams and mead
ows, and grain fields in the vicinity. The FIRST no
tice the people of Berkeley had of the iuundation
was from seeing Back Creek and the Opequon-
streams which have their course for a long distance
through misunderstanding from tho banks, and
rolling down heavy volumes of turbid water.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01
BALTIMORE AND OHIO RAIL ROAD.

gh
Within the last ten days, many of the contractors
and hundreds of laborers have arrived here for
the line of Rail Road, preparatory to a commence
ment of the work. The contracts for the heavy
work Immediately adjoining the town, and for some
miles on either side, have been awarded to Messrs,
Noonan, Scott, Lester and Shutter. The former is ar
enterprising and skilful contractor, who has recently
given great satisfaction to the company in the con-
struction Of a portion Of the new track around Fairs
ridge. In some places, the excavations have actu-
ally commenced. We are sorry to learn that in
others, the contractors and laborers have met with
difficulties from the landholders refusing to allow
the work to proceed, until the damages awarded
should be puid. We have, indeed, understood that
some have gone so far as to threaten fUrcible resis-
lance to the agents of the company. if they shall at
tempt to mmcn the work, before payment. We
trust, as we believe, that this ill-advised spirit Of
bravado, has been witnessed for the first and last
time; and that the Virginia landholders, if they
think themselves aggrieved by the course of the
company, will appeal to the legal tribunals for pro-
lection. We know that it has been The sincere
wish of all in the service ofthe Company to concil-
late the good will of every community with which
they have intercourse, and although they have been
legally advised that they havo the right to com
mence their operations without awaiting the pny-
ment of damages, yet arrangements have been made
for tho purpose, and the landholders will be paid as
soon as the necessary adjustment of the accounts
can be made.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01

FoRrIYIcATfos or BRIrIsH NoKTH AMERICA
We learn from the Brockville (Canada) Statesman
that among other active preparations when are
now making to place every part OF british NORM
America in The most ample state Of defence, are the
following: Bermuda is to be strongly fortified, per
maneut barracks are TO be built OF Lapraifie with
stone towers to defend them, Martello towers are
- be erected at Montreal, Fort Wellington at Pre-
scott is to be completed, Fighting Island IS to be
fortified, and Government has purchased several
pieces OF lard 10 various parts Of the suburbs o.
Kingston, with a view Of commencing pubic works
for its defence, on a very large scale.
From all this the editor Of the Montreal Herald
sagely concludes that the British ministry are ma
king preparations on a great scale, for a war with
The United States.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01
TO THE PUBLIC.

III EAyING permanently located m~yselfin Darkes-
IN vile, | take this methsd of%informing the pub.
lie generally, that | am prepared to do all kinds OF
work in my line OF business-such as building and
repairing houses, and every thing else usually done
by a Householder and Carpenter. ] am also pre-
pared to perform the duties Of an Undertaken; and
viii make collins at the shortest possible notice, and
on reasonable terms.
DESTROYS Of giving satisfaction to my customers,
both as to punctuality, workmanship, and charges,
| hope to merit and receive a share of public patro-
mage. SMALL
August l. I839-6m
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01
sTAUNToN WING CONVENTION.

~ - ~
Many Of the counties in Virginia are moving ac-
lively in reference to the Wing Convention, which
will assemble in Staunton on the 18th Of Septem-
Der. Berkeley has not, as yet, taken any action {;
but she will no doubt speak in good time. A mum
Der Of Wings with whom we have converted dssig-
nate September court as q proper time for holding
a county meeting.
As far as the sentiments Of the Virginia Wings
can be gathered from the tone Of the papers and
other sources, the party seems to present an undi-
yided front in favor Of Mr.. CLAY. There is scarce
" a doubt now, that he win be the nominee Of the
National Convention which viii meet at Harrisburg
in December nevertheless, the whole party thro :
out the Union, with very few exceptions, gives
cheering evidence of a determination TO concentrate
the power of the Wing vote in The coming struggle,
TO disregard the glory of Casar, and go ior the
welfare Of Rome, to throw aside all prejudiees and
predictions and submit to the deliberate judgment
ofthe whole Wing party, as they shall speak through
their Delegates in the Harrisburg Convention. The
Administration party have always had an advan-
tage over us In union and effective organization.-
The spoils Of Office constitute their strongest bond oil
union. They tolerate no freedom Of opinion, but
require strict submission to the system OF party
drill, which is devised at Washington, for the go-
vernmcnt of all. The Whigs, on the other hand,
place their entire dependence, for success, upon the
purity Of their motives, and the intelligence Of the
people, which, sooner or later, must detect and
chastise the corrupt principles and practices Of the
Government, and if we read Alright the signs that
daily thicken around US. their efforts will be crown.
ed, in the approaching conflict, with triumph and
victory.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01

The Baltimore Chronicle Of the 25ih ult., says:
Among the States which hold their elections early
in August, we had forgotten TO mention Alabama,
where, on the first Monday in that month, a Cover
nor, five members Of Congress, and members OF the
Legislature are to be chosen. ARTHUR +. Hop
KINs, Esq, is the Wing candidate for Governor in
opposition TO the present l~oco-foco incumbent. In
two Of the Congressional districts there is no oppo-
sition 10 The loco. focos in the remaining three
there will be a warm contest, with the probabilities
In favor Of the Whig can1idates IN all Of lEem.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01

MicHIGAs.-The Richmond Wing OF the 2oth
ult., says:-The Wings Of Michigan are busily pre-
paripg for a State Convention, TO be held at Mar
shall on the 23th day Of August next. In the cleo
lions heretofore held in that State, there has been
but a slight numerical difference in favor OF the Ad'
miuistraiion party, and that has been justly ascrl-
bed to the fact that the selEstylcd Democrats have
worked harder, and have always had a better orga-
n~izatisn. A proper spirit seems now to animate
he Whigs, and a determination IS evineed TO a.
chieve a victory A. the fall election.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01
NILES WEEKLY REGISTER.

We perceive by the last number ofthis yenera-
bic and valuable journal, that it has been again re
moved to Baltimore. II is stated in the address Of
MIR. WILLIAM OGDEN NILES, the present Editor,
who is the son and successor of Hexekiah Niles, the
founder of the work, that it's present condition and
prospects are Aourishing.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01

The Alexandria Gazette of the 9th ult says
We mentioned yesterday that during the heavy rain,
on Wednesday night last, a breach was made IN the
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal near Georgetown
About seventy yards of the e~mbsnkment gave way.
The rain did some damage, also, in Washington
and Georgetown in overlooking cellars, undermi-
ming houses, &c. &c.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01

AEoTaER SuB-TREAsURER.-The East Tennss.
sean OF the 22d ult., says" Il is rumofed in this
vicinity that Gen. Nathaniel Smith, late the .siian
Emigrating Agent, is a defaulter to the General
Government for seventy or che hundred thousand
dollars. 1t is said also, that he has sold off his pro-
perty in the vicinity of his agency and fled to Texas.
We understand says the London Morning Chro.
nicle) that the American merchants resident in
London are about TO give a splendid dinner TO Mr..
J Webster the etninent American statesman,
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01
VT ID.

On Saturday evening last, by the Rev. Charles
Martin, Mr.. JoHs HELRERsTAY, TO Miss LYDIA
BLosDEL, all Of this town.
In Clearsping Md on Tuesday evening, the 10Th
ult., MIR. Paul MARKER, to Miss ISABELLA WEST,
both Of that place.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01
PWhE5c Sale.

YEVHE subscriber will sell, at public auction, at
a. his residence, A miles west of Martinsburg, to
the highest bidder, on Thursday the 18th day of
August, Gf fair, if rot, the next fair day. the fol-
loving property, viz: Horses and mich Cows
HOUSEHOLD q KITCHEN FURNITURE,
of every description, such as 1 Cooking Stove; l
ten plate do; mahogany Bureaux Tables, Chairs,
and Bedsteads; | Clock; 3 Cupboards; l iron
Kettle; | Washing Machine; Tubs, &c; and a
number of other articles useful in a house. Also,
a number Of Bees; l elegant Whest-Fan; / Wheel
Barrow and a quantity Of Apple Butter; and ma
ny other articles too tedious TO mention.
Terms.-A credit of six months will be given on
ali sums of S. and upwards, the purchaser giving
bond and approved security, under that SUM the
cash will be required.
JOHN PRICE.
Auoust I. IG39-3t
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01

Tie expected duel in the South, between RICE
of the House of Representatives, from
Louisiana, and MIR. G. X. KING, did not take place.
The affair was adjusted.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01
From the Winchester Republican:

Much excitemet existing in the District, and va
rious coniectures being oloat relative to the pending
contest growing out of the late Congressional cleo
ton, we have applied to Mr.. Barton, for his opin-
ions and views connected with the probable result,
and have been furnished by that gentleman with
the following statement, which we take pleasure in
laying before our readers. IL may be proper TO
state, as an act ofiustice to Mr.. Barton, that, as
coon as he became convinced that be had received
a majority of the legal votes polled, he submitted.
in writing, for the consideration Of Mr.. Lucas, a
auently, another proposition to leave the d ference
10 the arbitIament OF friends TO be selected by the
parties-both OF which were declined by Mr.. Lucas.
Tho desire entertained by Mr.. Barton to bring the
matter TO a speedy close, and without the i%nterposi-
ton of the House of Representatives, having thus
failed. il remains for that body TO decids the con
,esr. where, we have no doubt, the claims Of both
gentlemen will receive that consideration which the
importance of the subject demands. Ia their decis-
ion, Mr.. Barton and his friends will ch%eerfully ac
quiesce.
Richard W. Barton being now engaged in a
contest for a seat in Congress from this district, &c
which he concaiyes himself entitled, having, az hs
confidently thinks, a majority OF the legaIls quail
fed votes, is DESTROYS 10 prosecute his clam viii
all possible fairness, and with perfect courtesy an'
iberaIity towards his competitor. lie therefore
requests his friends throughoutthe district "hethe
clerks, sherifs, commissioners OF the revenue, gu
eerintendsnts Of the late election, OF others VIII
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01

The President is meandering about in New York
seeing bis friends, and looking into matters and
things Whereabouts. He is, probably, AT Saratoga
BY this time.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1839-08-01
FANCY GOODS.

NMTE have just received a large stock of fine
w FANCY GOODS, which will be sold at
reduced prices, A very large stock of Calicoes,
which will be sold 80 per cent. cheaper than the
usual prices. A splendid stock Questionable Bon
net and Cap trimmings; fine French worked Capes
and Collars, at less than half price a splendid as
sortment Of Thread, Cambrick, and Bobbinette Ed
gings and Insertings Irish Linens; fancy Scarfs
and Shawls Cambrick Hdkfs., &c.
A. ROBINSON & Co.
Auoust |, 1880.