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Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-11-16
From the Democrat c Review.

LIE FINS NILE iNiI OF JEt FEkSON AMI
BURR.
The following letter was related by Mr..
Jefferson 10 the writer, while on visit to
Monticello, in the year 1922. 1t was told
in illustration Of an opinion advanced by
the former in relation to physiognomy, that
although it was folly to attempt a system
of judging character from any particular
conformation of features, yet the eye was
an unerring index Of the soul, and no
training on the part of the possessor could
prevent it from disclosing his true moral
nature to skiluI observer. | will en-
deavor to repeat the anecdole in the exact
words Of the illustrous narrator.
During my attendance on one Of the
earliest sessions Of the Continental Con-
gress at Philadelphia, said Mr.. Jefferson,
| CHANGED to dine one day at a public
house, where several distinguished gen.
tiemen from abroad, all entire strangers to
me, had just arrived in the city. Among
these was a gentleman who became seated
directly opposite to me at the table, and
soon attracted my observation by bis Pc
culiar and remarkable appearance, and
especially by his singularlv restless and
subtly quiverng eye, which to me threw
OFT an expression extremely sinister, for |
had ever noted that an eye Of this charac-
terindicated moral obliquiiy at heart, and
this kind Of eye possessed il in a more
em!nant degree than any | had ever seen.
SO strong indeed, were my impressions
in the case, that felt no hesitation in max
ing up for myself decided opinion Of the
true character Of the man before me, as
before mentioned, then unk to me,
even by name.
After retiring TO the private room Of the
friend at whose invitation had had dined
there, he asked me with an air of curios-
tv, if noticed the gentleman who sat op-
postc to me al the table we had Just left,
and, if so, what was my opinion of HIM 3?
replied that had not only noticed the
man, but formed decided opinion Of hun
and that was. that his true character might
be expressed in three words--coozness
cunning and perfdity.
"WeIl, sir" said my friend in surprise,
"you cannot know the man you are speak
ing it is Mr.. Burr, the great lawyer of
Newly ork.
" will not alter my opinion for that
remarked never knew such an eye in
an honest mans head, and whatever ma Y
be his present eminence and fair reputation,
venture the prediction that he will be
yet known as villain"
In after times, continued Mr.. Jefferson,
to me, had frequent reasons to recall my
| first impressions of the true character Of
| Aaron Burr. ID. p. L.
MONTPELIER, Vt Sept 184l.
This interesting and remarkable anec-
do!e, which has never before, to our know
ledge, been published, is communicated to
the Democratic Review by gentleman of
the highest responsibility, on whose state
mcnt its truth is unquestiona ble--Mr. d. P
I thompson, Of Montpelier, Vermont---lor-
merly, for many years neighbor and
friend Of Mr.. Jefferson. Ed. Democratic
ReUieW.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-11-16

Gen. Houston has been elected President
of Texas by majority of about $780,
This result speaks anything but well for
the morals Of Texas. Gen. Houston is
n drunken debauchcc; brutal in his conduct
and excessively profane. His opponent
Mr. Burnet, is represented as being gem
,lcman Of excellent character and Of moral
worth--hcnce he found no favor with the
rabble multitude.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-11-16

in her present attitude with China. No
satisfactory reason has been rendered to
an impartial world, in defence Of the po-
sition which England has assumed in her
demands upon the people Of China. AT
the bar of public opinion, England stands
accused Of crime and infamy; and before
every enlightened nation on the earth,
England will stand convicted Of base ava
rice, and Of tramping upon the rights oil
humanity. An Unsuitable thirst for gold,
is legbly written on every page of the
diplomacy Of Great Britain with China,
since the commencement OF the present
difficulties.
Opium is the cause Of the war between
England and China. The government Of
China has resolved that the people shall
no longer debase and destroy themselves
by eating opium; but Great Britain is de-
termined that the people Of China shall
continue TO eat opium. The Chinese au-
opium into the Empire, and the English
find themselves cut off from a profitable
trade-the love Of gain prompts them to set
at defiance the prohibition, and they per-
slst in selling the deleterious drug 10 the
people. The Chinese are now not only
engaged in a war in defence Of their laws
and personal rights, but also of the virtue
and morals of the people. The use Of
opium in China has hitherto been the
scourge OF the people, spreading ideness,
devastation, and death. England boasts
that III her numerous conquests in various
parts Of the world, she has been the almo-
ncr Of virtue, happiness, and religion, to
those sitting in the region Of darkness and
superstition. Surely, England has for
once slept aside from all appearance Of
being the messenger Of good to those
whom she would have yield TO her power.
She would not only humble the pride Of
the Celestial Empire, but fasten deadly
| incubus upon the morals, the intelligence.
and the industry Of the people. England
, pretends, that with the extension Of her
power over the Indies, and the islands of
the sea, she has carried with it the lights
Of science and the blessings Of Christiani-
ty. But may not the disciples Of Confu-
cius, starfle at the infamous prc,enders of
Christianity, who at the point of the bay
onct would compel the Inhabitants Of China
to become a nation Of opium eaters?
That England will eventually accom-
plish her purposes with China, there can
be but little doubt. The Chinese are n
people altogether unskiled in the art of
war. During the two thousand years ex
istence Of the Chinese Empire, The people
have had but little occasion for the exer
else OF military tactics consequently ex-
tremc ignorance of the modes and i'm
provcments OF modern warfare exists thro'-
out the nation. England on the other hand
is accustomed TO the trade Of war. and
combines the knowledge Of the world in the
art of destroying human life. A fearful
disparity therefore exists between the COM
5atants, nor is it difficult TO predict on
which side victory will turn.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-11-16
TO the Editors Of The Southport America

10 me Edtt0rS OF the Southport American:
CENT would ask Of you as favor
TO discontinue any farther remarks in an
swer to the Telegraph, in relation to me or
my office. as deem it unworthy Of your
notice. feel willing TO state thai whence
YER am satisfied that the majority Of the
party TO which | belong wish change,
(aslde and apart from personal motives)
most cheelfully will resign.
JARED LAKE.
1t Is by no means our purpose to endea-
vor to show that the Telegraph is worthy
the notice of the American; it is a dignity
wefwlll not contend for;-we wish merely
TO relate a fact or two connected with this
matter. which will have a tendency TO ex-
hibit in its true light, the communication
above, as also the nature and position of
the gentleman, clothed with the dignity Of
! office, who has seen fit 10 throw his name
into the controversy.
The article headed, government Off
GERS" which appeared in the American
week or two since, was received by that
party with very general condemnation; the
facts Of the case were too plain, and the
feelings Of the people were such, that it
could not be otherwise received. In addi-
ton to the feeling in the town, we know
that at least one prominent wing from the
country, who does his business at this post
office, declared his intention, if such was
to lie the course the American, TO at once
sever his connection with it. and we pre-
sumo he so informed the editors. In shor,
the editors of the American became aware
that they could not in accordance with their
interest, continue in the defence of Mr..
Lake. This was an unfortunate result for
this gentleman. As liable as his acts are
10 censure from his political opponents, it
would in addition be too bad, if this censure
was permitted 10 rest, without an effort for
removal, by political friends What was
10 be done?
Whilst the Amer can dare not and vii! not
longer support Mr.. Lake, il is attempted to
humbug the people into the belief that is
alone by the wish Of Mr.. Lake, that ST.
lence Is preserved. This is the object of
the above communication. twas the only
horn OF the dilemma left the gentleman to
take hold Of
Let us see, further, whether the gentle
man has always had the opinion which he
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-11-16

The schooner Wave, is now in port
landing a heavy freight of merchandise for
S. Hale, & Co. and l.. M. Kinney.
The schooner Jefferson landed during
the past week a heavy stock for Torrey,
Morrison, q Co. Messrs. BIish & Whit
ney, have also received a ful supply Of
Fail ana Winter Goods, and also Messrs
Udall 81 Hutchinson and II. b. Towslee.
4 good assortment will also be found at
the old stand of II. b. Waldo.
The new firms, MesSrs. Seymour &
Garfield, Messrs. Hall & Lee, have Just
received, and are opening a splendid vari-
ETY.. Every article of goods required
we think can now be found in this market
Of which the settlers will please take no.
ticc.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-11-16

The District Court Of Dane county com
mcnced its session at Madison on Monday
last The Madison Enquirer remarks that
there are probably rot less than 100 suit s
on the calender to be disposed Of, while
the number Of adult male inhabitants in
Dane county is only about $50.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-11-16

BY some unaccountable failure Of the
mail we have received no eastern papers
during the past week. We have rumors
from New York, all in favor Of democra-
cy, as every thing goes in this day Of So
Der judgment.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-11-16

Gale on the SeaJoard.--The late gale
on the seaboard, has been very disastrous
to shipping. One hundred and ninety vcs-
sells are reported TO have been more or less
injured. Doubtless many vessels have
been swampcd and lost, which have not
yet been heard Of. The loss Of human
life has not been asccriained, but probably
must have been great.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-11-16

Murder at DUbuque--A man by the
namo of Murray, was murdered at Du-
buquc on Wednesday the Sd inst, by a
drunken william by the name Of Hyde
The quarrel commenced in a rum grocery
between the parties. Hyde being instiga-
ted by passion and alcohol, drew bowie
knife and stabbed Murray to the heart.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-11-16
THU TELEGRAPH.
SOUTHPORT, WIS., NOVEMBER l6, 1911.

variety of circumstances prevents us from be-
etowng the usual attention upon our paper this week
We compelled to forego the notice Of some mat
ters which would otherwse have received attention.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-11-16

Most glorious triumph for the demo-
cracy in this heretofore wing and hard
cider state. 1t is thought the majority for
Barry, democrat, for Governor, will not
he less than TEN THOUSAND, and at
our latest dates it was doubtful whether the
Wings had returned one member TO the
Legislature. SO rolls the democratic hali.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-11-16

Coz. Do'y.--The PIattevIIe Wing, con-
tans call for meeting Of the wings Of
Iowa and Grant Counties, to be held at
Belmont, with the object Of taking elliccn t
measures for the removal Of James d. Do
", from the Office Of Governor Of this
Teri tory.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-11-16

The quantity of advertising matter
crowding upon US this week, inrringes up
on our usual variety. We are getting SOM
finer type, and shall be able hereafter 10
crowd more into our columns.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-11-16

1t is estimated that through the influence
Of the Temperance Reform, ten million
bushels Of grain less will be manufactured
into whiskey this year, than last wear.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-11-16

The notes on the Bank of Mineral Pc in,
nre selling for IS cents on the dollar at ST.
LOUIS.
Southport telegraph. [volume] (Southport, W.T. [i.e. Kenosha, Wis.]) 1840-1850, 1841-11-16

Snom.--Thore has been three feet Of
snow the present fall ut Niles, Michigan.
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1836-1851, 1841-06-30

Departed this life, at Mill Hill, Cabarrus County,
the residence of her father, Jacob StrewalD on the
18th inst. SARAH HAMPTON, consort of Joseph w,
Hampton, aged 26 years, 9 months; and 16 days.
She was called off at an carly period oflfe by con
sumption which was very rapid in its progress
She has loft bercaved husband and two little daugh
te, to mourn the loss of pious and christian moth.
or. But her affectionate friends whom she has left
behind, have no reason to mourn as those who have
no hope, for she gave them full assurance that she
was prepared, by the Grace of God, to meet her
latter end in peace; having the rod and staff of God
to support her in her passage through the dark val
lev and shadow of death. tShe was favored with
the exercise of reason and tho use Of speech until
near the close oflife, and expressed desire to de-
part and be with Christ. She had united with the
Presbyterian Church at an early period Of life, and
her whole conduct testified that she was sincere in
her Christi,n profession. Herlatter end was peace
blessed are the dead who die in the Lord; yea,
saycth the spirit for they rest from their labors. and
THAR works do follow them.n J. r.
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appointment Of committees to carry out IT. design
that of raising sum to erect a monument to the
memory of w. H. HARRISON. We copy the follow.
ing resolutions curious:
Resolved, That the said committee be
requested to have the names ofall the con.
tribntors recorded in fair hand in well
bound book, beginning with the counties
in alphabetical order; bu. that tho sums
subscribed by each be no, carried out, so
that all may stand upon terms of perfect
equality in point ofhonor.
Resolued, That if females should insist
upon contributing, as is most probable,
their names shall be inscribed in like man
ner in separate volume, more richly
bound.
Resolusd, That one copy of each ofsaid
books shall be placed in the State Library
at Harrisburg, and similar copies in The
Library Of Congress at Washington: the
An,heneum or some other fit place in
Philadelphia; the Library Of Pennsylvania
College. and in some suitable place in Pitts
burg; and one copy retained by the Chair
man of the Democratic State Committee
and his successors forever and,one copy TO
be sent to the widow Of the deceased.
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we have attempted to describe-"Brothe
Rein, do you not see those two red ras.
Gals wheeling about there, near each 9th.
er! Why don't you pull one oitheln down
from his horse?
"Don'. hurry me, brother James," re-
turned Rein, keeping his eye steadily
upon the sight and speaking slowly like
the Colonel. "If pull one Of the red
rascals down, brother, the other red ras-
cal will ge. out of my reach; wait they
lap, and then I'll pull them both down.
brother James"
"They did lap, gentlemen" said Colo.
mel Bowie-and these were the fellows
own words, as he used to tell the story
"lhey did lap-Rezin pulled trigger-and.
as am an honest gentle. man, they both
fell from their horses"
The engagement with the Indians ter.
minated with some loss to Bowie's party.
but the two brothers lived TO pass through
many perilous adventures after that.
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CONGRESS.

Tho Senate has done but little since our last, e1
cent to discuss at no greatength however, Mr. CLAr'
Bank project It was reported on Monday OF last
week, and made the order of the day for "Wednesday
last, at which time the discussion OF its merits "ouio
be commenced in good earnest.
The House still continues to move slowly enc
buspess Of course, makes but little progress. The
whiga want in the House some man TO play .as
part over that body, which falls to the lot OF MT
Cay in tho Senate. Business would 60 forward
much more rapidly if such ailsader could 0e found
\, would do tho thinking necessary for It's tran'ac
tons, and who would simply "'how them the way
,h,y should CO." Cannot Mr.. Clay authoF,'e
.oma one of his followers to take charge OF the
Housed !. =
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ESTRAY.

South Corolina-LancasteT District.
Tolled before me, as an estray, dark
bay MARE, with black legs, name aud
tail, fourteen hands high, and about ten
years old, her shoulders marked by the
collar, and saddle mark upon her back.
Appraised at forty-five dollars. Said es.
tray may be found at David Taylor's three
miles from Lancaster C.. H. The owner
is requested to prove property, pay char.
ges, and take her away.
J. WILLIAMS, Magistrate.
TT
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C..
COLUMBIA, 10Th Feb. ls4i. I

COLUMBIA, 10Th Feb. lS4l. 80
To His Excellency JoHNSP. RIcHARpsox.
Sir:-I have the honor to accompany
herewith Orders No. 6s' marked tA.i
from the Adjutant and Inspector Gene'aLe
and my report thereon, marked tB,) 70
Ex Governor PIERCE NJ. BurLER. z
During the administration Of the late,
Governor NOBLE, he authorized me 10 esn.,
eel the obligation Of TAGsART for the
purchase Of the Magazine lot, and to accept
the bond of D. DOUGLAS. .rsss.e
The said Douglas has recently paid fss'
the purchase money, with interest, amounts.
ing TO 1921, and l witnessed transfer Of
the said lot, known as tho Magazine, to.
JOHN CUNNINGHAM. 81. - -
The bond Of WILLIAMS for the purchase
of the Arsenal, has not yet been paid. a.
there is some difficulty in regard 70 title
I. seems there is no record Of title Of. trans
fer Of the said lot Of ground TO the State
and man by the name Of CHARIEsaDsH-
Dy, who owns an adjoining lot. has set up
pretext of claim to the ground. 10 the
injury and annoyance Of Williams. thes
purchaser. ls-SsSf
have the honor to be, Sir.
Your obedient servant. s,@
B. T. WATTS. @. Master General.
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NATIONAL JUBILEE.

The Committee appointed for the pur.
pose. have made arrangements TO have the
Anniversary Of our National independence
celebrated in Camden on Saturday the
third day Of July.
ORDER OF PROCEEDINGS.
At day light salute of thirteen guns,
will be fred, and Immediately after the
exercises a, the Church, a National Sa.
lutte will be fired. The bell will ring a
merry peal at sun rise.
At ten o'clock the procession will be
formed in front of the Court House, un.
der the direction Of Gen. J. w. CAVITY,
Marshal assisted by J. D. MURRAY, and
Lieut.. JOSEPH w. DoBY, and proceed at
half past ten o'clock in the following order.
DeKALB RIFLE Guards.
Committee of Arrang gements.
Officiating Clergyman.
Orator and Reader.
Clergy Of the town aud vicinity.
In,endant and Wardens of the town.
Surviving Soldiers of the Revolution.
Militia Officers, Reginental and Staff.
Teachers and Students Of The male Aca.
denies.
Capt. Ancrum's Troop of Cavalry.
The procession will proceed up Broad
and DeKalb streets to the Presbyterian n
Church, where will be performed the fol.
lowing
ORDER OF EXERCISES:
March on the Organ.
Prayer by the Rev. MIR. CAMPBELL.
Reading Of the Declaration Of indie.
pendence by B. B. SALMoND Esq.
Hymn by the Chuir.
Grafton by THOMAS 8. ANDERSON Esq.
The centre pews in the Church will be
reserved for the Ladies. The citizens will
occupy the pews on the west, and the
Military the pews on the cas-. side.
A, the close Of the exercises at the
Church, the procession will be again FORM
ed and return to Gifford's Hall, where
they will be dismissed.
The citizens are requested to meet at
the Court House at 8 o'clock, when an
election will be held for Orator for tn,
9TH July 1912.
A. JOHNSON, &c. HALLE.
T. E. SHANNON. s. E. CAPERs.
G. w. GILMAN, J.B. KERSHW.
Commute Of Arrangements.
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South Carolina.
LANCASTER DISTRICT.
Jonathan Knight, Applicant.
William Knight and others, Defendants.

William Knight and others, Defendants.
1t appearing to my satisfaction that
Thomas Knight and Levi Whitaker and
wife Suckey, defendants in the above case,
reside without this State: It is therefore
ordered, That they do appear and object
TO The sale or division Of the real estate OF
William Knight, decd. on or before the
4th day of October next, or their consent
10 the same will be entered Of record.
JAS. H. WITHERSPOON, Jr.
Ordinary Lancaster District.
June %, lS4l Prs fee. S5 50.
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Head Quartcfa.
sCoLuMBIA, 22nd March, 1883.

eCoLUaBIA, 22nd Mafchs 1888.
To Col. BEauFoRr T.. WATss Quarter.
Master General. : }:sesss = 3ss2
SlR:-You will proceed to self the ass
- nal and Magazine lots il, Abbesille an
pursuance Of resolutions Of the last he.
gislatare Of this State, on credit alHityhs
LIST of October next, taking bond and sui
fcien, surety for the payment Of the Purs
chase money, and report The aresnlta 81
such sale to His Exceliency The aaysrs
nor. - 81 s: 3:
By order of the Communicating Chief:
JAMES JONES, g
Adjt. and Inspector 0sn. g 3
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EI.
CoLuHBIA, l6th May, 1885

COLUMBIA, ION Nay tSoe =
To his Excellency PIERcs M BuTi.sa
Sir:-in pursuance of an order from shsf
Executive, TO cause 10 be sold the ArsenaE
and the Magazine lot, in Abbe4ille. Il
have the honor to report: ~ y sse
/ attended at Abbeyille onihe first Mos
day of this month and effected salssof.
the said lots. at public auction, in eonfof:-s 5
nifty to notice previously given in the Gs.:.
zetts. The Arsenal was purchased ~
D. Williams, at $305. The Magaziue by'
John Taggar,, at $3.50. The purchasers !.
resided in tho, village Of AbbeY:lls, and
are responsible citizens. s.ysy q
l have the honor to accompany shera.s
with, their several obligations, sustsined
by ample surity.
/ have the honor to be, s.y-zas..2355
Your ob't seryant. a3s.i:xs
BIT. WATTS, @. Master General. q
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The following is the Question for debate
on Thursday evening next.
"Would il have been better policy in the
Legislature Of 1901 to have aided in sus-
tanning the several Colleges under the pa
tronage of their respective friends, than to
have destroyed them BY the establishment
of a great central school at the seat Of
government"