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Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1840-03-12

JAMES, a slave, the property of Mr.. Jacob
Judy, charged with burglary, was tried on
Tuesday, convicted, and sentenced to be ex-
ecuted on the 22d Of May next.-Valty Star.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-08-12

between the two bedies-aad enc large swallow who
seemed to lead the charge, made gyration
round our heads, much as to say " how do , on
like thatr We saw several marks made by the
shots fred frsm Navy Island, under the command OF
Patriot Mackenzie
But enough-I saw on the corner yesterday, near
the Rapids, beautiful young fox for sale. "oh -
said Mrs. b. "do buy for me that beautiful little
fox to take to New York" " Better wait" said L.
"till next November, and then we'll get one cheaper
at kipderhoOk"
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-08-12

sent. that the world affords. On the upper end o.
the leland the big orest trees are mostly swept OF
The soft green sward is covered with insumsrsble
flowers, bushes. plants. and herbs. Al the extreme
western point, the rapid waters separate, each taxi
ing its own course round the island, which is en-
braced on all sides by the rapids and torrents This
gives perpetual novelty to the eye. II
But my time and paper are at an end, and must
finish my walk tomorrow. To day, we go to the
Canada side with the intention Of going TO termina-
tion rock, under the great sheet Of water.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-08-12

HUmBue.-The Star and one Of the penny paper.
are making parade Of " Late and interesting news
from Havana" by the way Of New Orleans This
news is up to the 18th July. The bark Rapid arrv-
ed at this port four days ago. bringing Havana dates
up to the 23d July This is the way these fellows
impose on the public
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-08-12

CAuTIoS.-Last Monday two young fellows went
out the old road the House Of Refuge for the
purpose Of firing of a musket or rifle They fred
one shot, which went through the side off frame
house, occupied by Thomas Brant, on 18th street,
about five hundred fee: distant from where the boys
stood. The ball after entering the house, passed
through the PANEL Of door, whizzed past the
head Of Mrs. Bran and lodged in the mantel piece.
All persons going shooting excursions cannot
be too careful in the mana cement Of the guns-aad
IT bchooves the city authorities to protect the lives
Of our citizens against the rascally careessness il
nothing worse, Of parcel of loafers and others.
About two months ago, two young gentlemen came
near being shot whilst passing through 18th street.
They distinctly heard the ball whiz past them, and
the report Of the rifle. Will the proper authorities
see that none Of our citizens killed by this gross
carelessness7
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-08-12

FASpy ELssLER 1t is merely necessary to state
that the divine Fanny appears at the Park TO night
in I" La sylphide." As she plays but eight nights,
this beautiful ballet will not be repeated II is one
Of her very be, parts and in which she has won as
much applause as Tagoni. A fair warning. Co
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-08-12

TEA IN 1NDrA.-Wc have been shown a letter
from Liverpool, received by gentleman ofths city,
which says,-''The project for raising tea in the
English possessions in India, is to be proceeded
upon Immediately, and there is doubt whatever Of
its success"
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-08-12

90 The American, with view to political capt.
tall has an nsidious and unfair article in relation to
the relief Of Capt. Stringham from our Navy Yard.
Its eulegy Of Capt. stringham is deserved, every
word Of it; but Capt Paulding is not to be dispara
gsd, either directly or by implication inference,
to further the purposes of the fell spirit Of party
Our navy contains no man frecr from every selfish
wish or feeling. His instincts are those ofa gentle
man-honorable, highminded, disinterested, mag
unanimous. We shall put the American, and this
whole matter right in day or two.
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-08-12

AccfDENr-A distressing accident occurred on
the morning Of the Sth inst at the shpyard Of Mr..
Hunter, Norfolk. Va. Of the late Thomas l..
Robertson, Esq, aged about twelve years, was
instantaneously killed by the falling Of mast Of
vessel which was undergoing repairs
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-08-12

0J- Noah says, give Bates Cook, the Control
Ter, little time, and he will realize all the ex-
pectations ofhi friends He has done that already
The only friends he has, are Weed and the Wall
street Spectators, and he has fulfilled their cxpec
tations exactly. They expected him to be tool,
through whom the State Stocks could be disposed
Of their mutual benefit and he has consented to do
Sc
Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-08-12
No. VII.
NIAGARA FAILS, 9th Aug lS4

NIAGARA FAILS, 9th Aug 1910.
Ayy.iual OF more Northumberland Taylor of the
United States Army-Jhe Rapids-The Islands
"A Scottish Family The Hermif-Log Cabins,
&c. &c
The company continues to come and go with con-
siderable rapiaity. Yesterday several large parties
from Philadelphia and New York, left on their
way to Saratoga, to remain there few days-but
we were compensated for this departure by the ar
rival of General Taylor of the United States army,
and tolerable multitude of fresh travellers, eager
for the islands and rocks.
General Taylor is veteran in the United States
service. His debut in military life took place dur
ing the wars of Tecumseh, when he commanded the
mounted Rangers, or Dragons, on the north western
border, against the inroads of the Indians. For
ing, and fighting in the stirrups, night and day He
has been in active service since. His last
paign was ia Florida For the first time, he visits
New York, and is astonished at the magnitude, en-
terprise, and prosperity Of this state. member
The same impression was produced on Mr.. Steven
son, now minister at the Court of ST. James, during
his first visit. +" Sir" said he, {" New York is an
empire of herself"
General Scott is still here, in company with Col.
but departs for Rochester to-day Dur
ing the present week expect the greatest crowd
Of company at the Falls To give person an idea
of te quality of fare here enclose the follow
ing bill Of fare
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1840-07-17

chamber Of the guest, who was now eugag.
ed in tbs private devotiuns. After thanking
the Creator for his many mercies, and ask
ing a blessing on the inhabitants of the
house, he continued, and now, Almighty
Father il !, is thy holy will, that we shall
obtain name aud place among the ma
lions OF the earth, grant that we may be ena.
bled to show our gratitude for thy goodness,
by our endeavors 10 obey thee. Bless US
with wisdom in our councils, success in bat
tie, and let our victories be tempered with
humanity. Endow also our enemies with
enlightened miuds. that they may become
sensible, and willing 10 restore our liberty
and peace. Grant the petition of thy ser
want for The sake Of him whom thou hast
called thy son, nevertheless. not my will bat
thine BE- done. Amen
The next morning the traveller declining
the pressing solicitations to breakfast with
his host, declared |, was necessary for him
TO cross the river Immediately. AT the same
time od.ringa part Of his purse. as a com
pensation for the attention he had received ;
which was refused
We'll sir concluded he, since you will
not permit me to rccomprnsr you for your
trouble. il is but vst that | should INFORM
You on whom you have conferred so many
obligations, aud also TO odd 10 them by re.
guessing your assistance in crossing the riv.
er. had been out yesterday cndravoring
TO obtain some information respecting our en-
envy, and being alone venlured too far from
our camp; on my return was surprised by
IA toracing party, aud only ESCAPED by my
knowledge Of the roads and the fee,npss OF
my horse. My name is GEORGE Wash.
INsToS.'
Surprise kept the listener silent for mo.
ment and then after unsuccesslully repeating
the invitation TO pariake Of some refreshmeni
he has,ened TO call two negrors. with whose
assistance he placed the horse on a small
raft OF timber that was lying near the door
and soon conveyed the General TO the oppo.
site side. where he left him 10 pursue his
way 10 the camp. wishing him a safe and
prosperous journey On his return to the
house he found that while he was engaged
in making preparations for conveying the
horse across the river. his iilnstrious visitor
had persuaded the WOMAN to accept token
Of remembrance WHICH the family are proud
of exhibiting TO this Gay.
The above is one oil the many hazards en-
countt red by this truly great patriot for ih,
pun pose of,ransmilling TO posterily the treas
ures we now enjoy. Let US acknowledg,
the benefits received, by our endeavors tc
preserve them in their purify and by keep
ing in remembrance the greatsource, whenc,
these blessings flow. and be enabled to rem
der our names worthy Of being enrolled viii
that ofihe Father Of his Country.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1840-07-17
From Duff Green's Pilot.
LOOK OUT FELLOW CITIZENS.

That a concerted move is 10 be made by
the oftice-holdrrs 10 suppress the truth Ill
after the November election, no man that
looks properly at the events can possibly
doubt. The late exposition of abuses in the
Pos, Office Department by Mr.. Bouts, speaks
volumes, and would convince any unprrJu-
diced miud, if nothing else were wanting,
that the party in power are determined moth.
ing shall reach the people, save what comes
through that proslluled vehicle, OF which
Kendall is the head
In several parts OF the country, SO little
confidence is reposed in the post Offices, that
many persons seek other means Of convey
ance. rather than subject their communion
items to the scrutiny OF failhless agents who,
sworn to do their duty 10 government. prefer
the less anable distinction of being consid-
cred the scrvile tools Of party.
A scheme is now on foot 10 prevent any
conveyance whatever, save through the me-
dunn OF the post Office. A gentleman arri-
we'd last evening from Washington, assures
kus that such project is on looi, and with a
view of giving coloring TO the proceedings.
| il is 10 be botomed on the espionage Of an
agent named GrenviIle, formerly removed
| from the Post Office ia Boston This gen.
tpman says he has seen the rough draugh;
of law, concocted by Kendall. Miles and
| Hobby, and that more unblushnig infringe
meni Of the right Of the citizen. was never
attempted even IN despotlc country
Kendall attempt to smuggle through the
mail at the expense Of an Incorporated com
pany, is fresh in the minds of our readers
and We all recolect how be talked on tina,
occasion, and said the company might a:
well have arrested the trunks of passengers
as TO stop his black trunk J" but this same
man participated in framing d bill which
goes 10 proven, carriers from going back
. wards and forward with letters, or in III,
words OF this law, sany written or piintet
pieces of paper under heavy penalty.
We would advise every man 10 keep vi
; gilant eye over Post Offices in the illaee
and counties Thut the party meditatss hi
, move. we ,hnk cannot be doubted; there
: fore we would advise that when papers. lei
I, tiers or packages are not promptly received
!. 10 call those officers 10 rigid account LIE
every CITIZEN. when be makes a confidential
a communication 10 a member OF Congress
S when he franks letter or package impor
lance make memorandum Of the same, 70
r they may rest assured. that neither the tena
4 city OF the wafer nor the sanctitv ftbe sea
: will always be proof against the " curiosity
v of the hirelings Of power
|. We know tina, Kendall was forced fror
!. office BY the complaints OF his own part
$ zans, and the Presiaen, might have selected
il he so desired. some individual in WHOM
i confidence could have been reposed. Tha
n Kendall should have become the orga
}. Through which the Presidents views are Civ
en- 10 the people. and Miles appointed to PIE
9 side over the conyeyances Of political CON
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1840-07-17

co :, 26. lsI pounds soap 10 pounds can.
dies, 81 gallons whskey, s.. 10 gallons vim.
egar and all the issuing apparatus, such as
scsles, weights and measures, used while the
volunteer troops were in service. These ar
uclrs produced the melt sun ef $52. IL 90"
This, sir, is the "oBiciai account Does
any pentlenian here depyh2 Is there any
oneof the Administration party who wishes
to ,iye an expanation2 IT. so, will give
way. Not one, sir. Then, let none Of the
Administration papers throughout The Union
dare To deny this statement And what do
prove by this, Mr. Chairman That this
vas, amount Of supplies, :" collected uaneees-
sariiy," cost, as will appear by the accounts
OF the Department. upwards OF tro hundred
and sirty thousand dollars, including trans.
pouation. commissions, buildings erected for
their preservation, SC. and were sold by this
al.wise and competent administration for less
than one fifth Of cost. This, sir, is the man.
ner in which the money Of the people is
wasted. will ask the gentleman from Vir-
ginia II i, was possible for any honest man 10
anticipate such uulustliable sqranderings Of
the public money I, seems, sir, that the
25.lel pounds Of soap were not NEEDED By
the army. Il ought neverto have been sold
sir. II should have been shipped to Wash.
ngton. and would have served rs u fraction
OF The quantity requisite 10 cleanse this foul
Administration. But, sir. will give you
another item OF sales Of stores, Sc. purcha.
sed unnecessarily, and sold at auction in the
Cherokee country, in 1888, and embraced in
this same communication. find, sir, tina
corn. which cost the Government ut least on,
dollar and half and in many insinncestwt
dollars. per bushel. and accumulated unne
ressnrily in vast Quantities. WINS sold BY thi'
economical Administration as follows.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1840-07-17

Cannibaiism ia Paris.-The chief physi-
clan ofone Of the hospitals in Paris. having
a few days since invited great number OF
his medical friends to witness an analomi-
cal demonstration. on the liver Of one OF his
patients, who had died and which from its
enormous size. was an object of great medi-
cal interest, first RECALLED them with copi
Gus breakfast. The breakfast being over,
he sent servant TO the cellar to fetch :he
liver which he had placed there. In lew
moments he returned in fright. and sid
it was no longer in the cellar. An enqui-
~ took place from which it appeared that
the cook. seeing more guests arrive than
he had expected. and thinking that the iv.
er which was in the cellar was that of a
calf. dressed in order TO make the deficiency
of his provision The feeling Of his guests
Ut the discovery were not Of the most envia.
bio description. - Esnch Paper
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1840-07-17

This. sir. is specimen Of the prices al
which this article was sold, and thousands Of
dollars thrown away in this one article OF
corn alone. And this, sir, is only fraction
Of the quantity sold find. further sir, that
oats purchased nj double the usual cost were
sold a, l2 cents per bushel. This corn and
oats were not damaged; for the report States
them to have been sound. and the damaged
corn sold separately. ! could proceed, sir.
10 eunmerale hundreds OF cases Of the same
nature, bu,,ime will no, permit will close
by giving an extract from letter Of the
Greek Agrn, at Fort Gibson, addressed 10
the Commissioner OF Indian Affairs, com
planning of the action of the Adninis,ra-
ton in forwarding such immense quantities
of supplies unnecessarily 10 that post, and
which also had 10 BE- sold ut an immense sa,
criice:
But, whatever be the apology ofthc mea-
sure in question, whether II be ignorance OF
The resources OF The country, distrusi OF the
capabiliiy OF the officers charged with the
subsistence OF the Indians. or dread Of a
failure OF their efforts in that respect, one
thing is demonsirably true, that the grea, loss
which is now inevitably consequent uponlhe
ly directions been given to dispose Of this ex-
iraordinary supply Of provision as soon as il
was ascertaincd not 10 he needed"
He again says;
Instead OF this, cargo after cargo con
iinued TO arrive as The necessity decreased"
Again, sir the same Agent says:
II repeat, sir. fearless OF contradiction
had the agents here been instructed in III,
first instance, as agents OF The Government
ought to have been, where its interest wa
concerned, the public would no, have sus
Ia ined the loss OF single dollar; the provi
sion purchased in New Orleans would hav,
been sold, and not transported here. as ha
been the case, at an enormous epense, icher
IL icas not needed, and at an additional ex
pense of several thousands to erect snilabl'
buildings TO cover it from the weather"
This gentleman. sir. for his plain speak
ing 10 the Government, officers. was treate,
with official insolence. and Immediately re-
signed his station. A mean, obsequious
awning sycophan. would have been cherish
ed and patronized by them. Here. sir i
another instance of hundreds OF thousands O
dollars squandered, Who could have dream
ed of such laundering policy" And We
the gentleman from Virginia says the Oppo
sition roted for Indian subsistence" &c
and he is loud in praise of an administration
which is thus, by its own official document:
convicted of incompetency, waste and extra
vagance, and it may be sonnet hing worse.
believe, sir. that all these unnecessary pun
; chases we're made to give profitable contract
10 iayorites.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1840-07-17
MANAGEMENT AND EXTRAvA.
GANCE OF TIE ADMiNiSTRA.


CANOE OF TIE ADMiNisTRA.
TON.
n The following extracts are taken from
Speech Of Hon. c. H. PRoFfIT OF Indiana.
in relation 10 the Florida War, delivered in
the House Of Representatives on the gene
raj Appropriation dill -
But, sir, this is another instance Of the
fairness with which The Opposition are trent,
ed. If they vote supplies, they are accused
oil extravaganza. and the President protests
that he is not responsible Had they refused
TO vote the money demanded by the Govern
men', wan: Of patriotism would have been
ascribed TO them, and they woold have been
branded us enemies of the country. But,
Mr.. Chairman, | will proceed 10 prove that
the money Appropriated by Congress fol the
prosecution Of the war has been most shame.
iully,was,ed; and will cite II few instances
OF the lavish extravaganza which | charge
upon The Administration. In Senate docu.
ment, 2d section, 25ih Congress, vol. 3, |
find "a statement Of contracts for fuel, trans.
portation, &c. for the Quarermnster's de-
parment for 1887" and signed IT. Cross,
Acting Quarter Master Generul" Here, sir,
| find in part. how the thirty millions ha We
been expended in Florida. will give the
committee a few items Of steamboat contracts
for 1897
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1840-07-17
VERMONT PHOENIX.
PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY MORNING, BY
WIN. f. RYTHER.

Advertisements conspcuously inserted at
Sl,O0 per square for 3 insertions, and 20 cents
Tor each subsequent insertion. Less than a
square rs cents for 3 insertions, aud II 1-2
cents for each subsequent insertion.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1840-07-17

A Large Call M'Mahon, the President
OF the late Wing Convention. at Baltimore,
when about to proceed TO business on the
opening OF the meeting called with loud
voice" The nation ariH please come 10 or
derf
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1840-07-17

munica,ions, heightens our convictions, that
a deepand dumning plot is laid to enlrap the
people, and we deem il a solemn duty thus
TO put them on their guard
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1840-07-17

TnE SUB.TREAsURy LIE, not the hearts
Of our readers be troubled about The opera
lions of the new Sub-Treasury law, as if
that enactment were 20 bring any new. sud
den calamity upon Us. The Sub-Treasury
has been in operation several years. and the
Sub. Treasurers have been in operation for
nearly an equal length OF time. The evils
we are now enduring are the consequences
Of the Sub-Treasury system illegally exer-
cised The effects OF its legal operation
will only be to increase the evils and ensure
gradual bot slow increase Of their effects.
The purse secured TO the Executive by the
new law, seized by him some years since
whhouta law. seized full and plump. the
yellow coins giltering through the inter-
stices. He now holds i, empty collapsed,
blowing ia the wind as worthless as beg
gar-mans rag. The evils which many
thought would follow the passage OF the law
were commenced when the Executive ante
ipated the passage oilhe law. and have been
settling down upon. and grinding into The
earth, the people who suffer BY the wrong
doing Of the Executive. and must now con-
iinue TO suffer by the weakness Of The Lcgis-
lalure.-- Uaiisd States Gazetie,.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1840-07-17

Very Signifeaak--The. following was the
moto on one of the banners carried in the
procession at the great Harrison gathering
at Worcester on the l7th.--h aoas Amos
taas pas fightensd--not his ehiidfea!!
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1840-07-17

Nathaniel Green Esq has been reap
pointed postmaster OF Boston,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1840-07-17

Charles Cist, who is engaged in taking
the census at Cincinnati. says: Il found a
lady who, at the age Of 20, had fourteen
children. the oldest being born on her l4lh
birthday And ano,her--a case moro re.
marknbe--in which her son stood by her
side. within few moths as old as she was
when marrvd. and the mother not yet 20.
Consequently the mother was about Is
when married.
The New Orleans Picayune says--it is a
fact worthy OF notice, that the gentlemen
now employed in taking the census oil this
city. have not yet met with an unmarried
lady whose age comes up TO, or exceeds
thirty, taking their sOord for IL.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1840-07-17

The Morristown Jersey boys had Log
Cabin raising last week An adminisira-
ton man. now converted, brought in from
the woods fine hickory tree 90 feet high,
with fox dangling from its boughs, .snd
the same was placed in the centre Of the
cabin. The ixins were mammoth pot
pie and cold water.