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The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-09-21

ANNIVERSARY OF THE BosToN HORTICULTURAL So
Getty The Massachusetts Horticultural Society,
after splendid exhibi,n IN, celebrated their hiteenth
anniversary, at the Pavilion, Boston, on Friday after
noon last About thirty members were present, AMI
the ete eminenty social and unostentatious The
sentiments will be seen by those which we sub
join were pquant and appropriate, and well served
the purpose in bringing out the guests and in envcn-
ing the entertainment.
National Prosperity--Cutiyated fields and fruitful
gardens are both the sources and index of national
progress in all that constitutes the strength OF the
State and the happiness of its citizens.
Annual Festivals Ours is to commemorate the
blessings of Providence upon the industry of man,
and to congratulate each other upon the beautiful
gifts of our common Father
Fruits and Flowers-The jewelry and poetry of
nature the gems of the orchard and the alphabet Of
angels.
The Game of Gardening Something to cut, and
good deal of shoueing.
But no TRICKS in the trade
Except what take with a SPADE.
Our Society-May its members cluster like grapes
uPon their stem, aud be filled with the juice of good
fellowship.
His Majesty King Pippin-Unlike other kings he
get mcliolo without losing his dignity.
Tulips from Ewes Garden--May set our faces
against them.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-09-21
From [ 2 Mn York sam.

rom c .NtU lo1h sam.
PrsroLs AND GUNs.-We learn from the Bsltim ore
Sun that the neighborhocd Of Spring Row, in that
city, was thrown into state Of confusion, if not of
CONSERVATION, the other night by outcry proceed
ing from house in the row, that robber with.
in its walls and endeavoring TO escape. The watch
man happening TO be in the vicinity planted himself
al the door, and before the invader appeared seve-
raj of the neighbors, armed with every variety of
weapons except Paixhan guns, sc had planted them
selves upon the pavement to intercept his retreut At
length the door opened and out stepped the intruder
he Instantly seized by the wachmap and the
moment became target for whole ormory Of fire.
arms, which only required pull Of the triggers to
make riddle Of him. Fortunately he behaved very
quietly, and being apparently willing to submit TO
ante-mortem examination, he was discover to be
no other than the next door neighbor, worthy and
estmable gentleman, who, having mistaken that
house for his own, was cropping about in the dark
and thus became the innocent cause of so much
alarm. This is OF the consequences of building
row of houses exactly alike.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-09-21

the factions, let them quarrel among themselves
and like ravenng wolves devour each other
He will administer the Government with sin
gle eye to the welfare Of the country, notwith-
standing all their rawlings and fury.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-09-21

Look OUT FOR GmDEp DMEs.-A few ten cent
pieces that had been gilded by the gavanc process,
were passed upon Of the country folks in the up
town market as qratter eagles IL would be well To
examine all gold pieces with the utmost scrutiny
when offered in payment for purchased articles
phil Sentinel.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-09-21

WHEAT CRoP--The Ohio Statesman estimates the
product of wheat OF that State the present year,
2O,OOO,OOO bushels. 1t is stated in one Of the Mchi
gan papers that the wheat crop Of this year will be
four times that Of the year preceding. This would
make 2O,O,0,000 busheIs-eavng 6 900, 600 for cx-
port.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-09-21

commemorative Finday Harrison, con-
tradcts most cacgoricaly that he the author Of
the pitful statement that Gen. Jackfon was dead.
lie belong, 10 the U. s. Army and feels his honor at
stake in the matter
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-09-21
From the Missouri Reporter.

The communication in another column, signed "a
Friend of Johnson" we know to he correct as far as
the Vice Presidency is concerned. Cot johnson rs
not and ,oi be, candidate for the Pce Presidency
and the Of his in connerion toiH that office
should be discontinued.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-09-21

Heary Rain Unprecedented Rise Of The Rappahan'
nock-Grsm Damages The Fredericksburg hecor
der, Of Monday last, says ;"For the greater part OF
last week, the rain fell here in torrents The WIN
dows of heaven were opened, and the water poured
down upon till we all had the hydraphobia without
the agency Of dogs. The river rapidly and
higher we believe than before within the re-
membrance of that deathless parsonage, the "oldes
inhabitant." Indeed usually placid Rappahan-
mock is almost miniature Mississippi The low
lands are completely deluged, and it is feared that
much damage has been done to the rpening crops.
Immense quantities Of hood-wood and timber have
been brought down. too plainly indicating fearful
devastation above. Two bridges aboye Falmouth
are known to have been swept away and 1t is be
eved that all have shared similar fate, while the
floating timber indicates that mills have Jared but
little better
At Falmouth the damage is consider able--Mr.
Fickn, we learn, is loosen to the amount of seve-
raj hundreds of dollars. The bridge was in DANCE
rous proximity to the water but it stood firm, not
wthstanding the tremendous momentum which the
water received in its passage down the Falls. BY
the way the Falls presented for our prosy latitude a
spectacle OF almost unparalleled grandeur. The
maddened water, turbd with the soils Of terra rma
came rushing down with the widest impetuosity,
ever and anon heaving from its bosom many pom
derous trophy of its dcsolaing march.
Chatham Bridge, opposite this town, Jared worse !;
about forty feet of it is swept away The damage at
the wharves also is considerable. Mr. Knox, we be-
eve, has lost one entire wharf, which was but re-
Gently built. Many cellars we're literally full, and
the statesmen at Phillips & Sons say they were driven
from behind the counter to the top Of it. Where their
customers were, they didn't say.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-09-21

IRsu ASIcpoTE.-A daughter Of the Emerald Isle
day or two since, went out on a shopping excur-
sion, and returned with a small package Of goods
which she hadpurchased.
"Wherc did you get that, Rosy 2" said her mistress
"Surely buyed IT at Mr.. P,sh's in Washington
street"
nh Push And where is hi, store, prayi"
well, IT'S not mosllf that remembers the noom-
Der, only III retolecl said Push, on the door ~
Boston Mercantile Journal
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-09-21
DI f. d,

On board the u. s Ship Saratoga, on her passage
from the United States to the Coast of Africa Erpa
b. SMrH a seaman belonging to the u. ). Navy.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-09-21

"a TEMPERANCE SroRY."-rwo young men. "with
hummlng IN their heads retire late at night 10
their room in crowded inn in which, as they en-
ter, arc revealed two beds but the wind extinriish
ing the light, they both, instead of taking as the
supposed, bed apiece, get back to back into one
which begins to sink under them and come around
at intervals in manner very circumambient but
quite impossible Of explanation. Presently one OBJ.
serves TO the other:
say, Tom, somebody's in my bed"
Is thereW says the other; so there is in mine.
d--n him Lets kick em out ~
The nert remark was
Tom, lye kicked my man overheard
Good ~ says his iellow-topcr - +" better luck
than J my man has kicked me Outright on the
fl )or!p
Their relative positions" were not apparent until
the next morning
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-09-21

ONO RrvER-1hc late heavy rains have swellcd
the waters of the Ohio. At Wheeling, on Saturday,
there nine and half feet water the channel
and rising At Pittsburg, on Friday, eight feet in the
channel The rise had given an impetus TO business.
AT Cincinnati the river was rising slowly.
An endorsement on the way DILL from Wheeling
dated the 18th inst states that there were twenty
ct of water in the channel oite Ohio at that place.
AT Plttsburg, on Saturday afternoon, the River
had ID feet oil water in the channel
The following is extract of letter received by
mercantile house in this city yesterday.
BROWNSVILLE Sept 15 lSi3
"The Monongahela river has taken quite rise,
occasioned by the lac rains. There is now fifteen
feet OF water IN the channel and every prospect OF
the navigation continuing in fine order for some
weeks to come. Steamboats, are running daily be-
tween this place and P;sburg. Passengers from the
East wishing to visit Pittsburgh will find every fac
,y by taking boat atBrownsyille."-Boh An.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-09-21

We learn that deputy collector McKinsry, Of Wa
tcroo, while attempting 60 make a seizure Of me
Struggled goods at the house Of j. b. Forsyth on Sun
day last was shot at-the ball passing through his
hat, about half an inch above his head lie succeed
ed, however, in securing about 5000 worth Of SNUG
gled goods.-B Buffalo Gozette
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-09-21

The BnrAsNIA.-Tbe steamship Britannia left
Boston for Liverpool on Saturday afternoon, with 30
passengers and the mails, containing $1,000 letters,
and IS bushels Of newspapers.
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-09-21

ELorEMENTs hLEeAL.-The Supreme court Of
Pennsylvania have decided that it offence at
mon law to assist female, under age TO escape from
her fathers control and marry against his will
The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1843-09-21

The following is an extract of letter received by
a mercantile house in this city Yesterday.
Baton-Rouge gazette. [volume] (Baton-Rouge, La.) 1819-1856, 1843-09-09

AFFECTING taetpENr.-Mf. Secretary Jpsn-
cor Is known TO be a tnan Of uubending obsti.
macy, self willed, able and ipsrssvsfing, and
many persons have associated with these qua
litias n want Of sensibili,y, Kindness Of heart
and domestic feelings. The following Incl
dent viii 60 far to show that these persons
know little Of the man. We find it ia q late
number Of The N. Y. Sun .--
On The evening after the late Bunker Hill
Celebration II was proposed 10 visit Mount
Auburn, the cemctry upon whose decoration
80 much taste and wealth have been layishsd.
and where repose the ashes OF 20 many who
were beloved by their friends and honored BY
mankind. The President, indiHposed from
the extraordinary faiigaas Of his journey, fe-
~ceptio1, and celebration, was not q party, but
tho Secretaries Of the Treasury, Navy and
War Departments, the Postmaster Generals
Chiefs Of Bureaus, and nearly all the ladie.
and gentlemen, attended by the Commission,
er 10 China, his Secretary Of Legation, &c,
went in carriages TO the. burial place, where
they were admitted by Mr.. buckingham, and
conducted through winding paths 10 every
beautiful. romantic or celebrated spot which
the, ,cenetry epUtains.--it was natural that
Mr.. buckingham should, among other places,
wish TO show his own family burial place. a
site Of great beauty, Advancing at the head
Of the party with Mr.. Secretary Spencer. be
eat1e 10 the incloalre. In tho centre was a
tasteful monument Of marble, erected to the
memory of his talented and beloved sop, Ed
win. Mr.. Spencer remembered him, and The
circumstance Of his early and latnented death;
-how, in bis youth, full Of genius, giving the
brightest promise Of future renown, be had
gone on a voyage to the West Indies, died.
and was buried at sea, and when he read the.
nseription-''rhe sea His body holds-his
spirit, Heaven" he fell, quick AZ If The light.
ming had gone through his heart, ghastly and
senssless, TO the earth, and was borne from
the ground by Mr.. Wieklife. The eatse, the
coincidence and The contrast was too apparent
to every one. A deeper gloon fell over the
party than that caused by the eolemn place In
which they stood, and tears of pity fell from
those who could 81 mpathiss with parental die.
%tressss, which sven The lapse of time could not
soften. Surely. If men knew the agoniss which
even circumstance like this renswed, thoiiph
thsy like not the politician, they would spare
The father. "
Baton-Rouge gazette. [volume] (Baton-Rouge, La.) 1819-1856, 1843-09-09
A country friend aiyes ~ the following

A country ffiend gives us the following:
Said a Wing one day, "I'm not goisg
to vote this year; / don't like your candi.
date. | ! never saw such a set of men.
Why didn't yeu bring out some bette.
snesP' N >
Il had nothing 10 do in bringing Them
ont" said the other, something Drey.n
ted my attending the meeting to nominate
Them. l don't think so very much of some
OF the candidates myself, but since I did
NOT help to bring out better men, | have
concluded that | have ne business to saw
a wsrds but just vote the ticket as it 10.
DIDN'T you attend the meeting that was
called, urging all the wings to come out9''
"No; / don't want any thing to do with
party management"
"Ihen there appears to be two Of us in
the same fix. If we do moi help to BRING
out good men, | see no other way bst that
we must vote for the men 5rosabt out bv
our friends, rather than Let the Ioc
succeed with tho. bette -s.,oeoa
We Of principles. Come a an' We a"I h. 'n No
49, 10 8" a work against The nomi.
since we did not help to make a
netter aBe.n =.
Soon after this conversation a brace or
wing votes went in together.-Lou- Jour.
Baton-Rouge gazette. [volume] (Baton-Rouge, La.) 1819-1856, 1843-09-09

OF II Is stated by Dr. RomErs, Kingston,
N. York, that disease and death have follow
ed in the path Of The schooner Vanda since
her return from Roundout In The immedi-
ate neighborhood where she discharged her
cargo, q highly malignant disorder, called by
some Bilious and by others Yellow Fever, is
prevailing, and several deaths have already
occurred. The New York papers exhibit great
approximations for the safety Of the city, and
call upon The authorities TO e~xefcise due vigi-
lance and observe proper cleanliness. The
acting Mayor Of the city, ELrJAa +. PcnpY,
has prohibited all intercourse between New
York and the villages or Roundout and
Kingston until The seth August, at noon, in
order that time may be afforded the resident
physician, who has been deputed 70 visi, the
above places, to- obtain correct Information on
the subject "' "fH.a a
Baton-Rouge gazette. [volume] (Baton-Rouge, La.) 1819-1856, 1843-09-09
LAUNCH OF ANOTHER WESTERN


The Cincinnati Wing Of the 2Ist, informes
ss OF the launch of the new steamer Sultana
m the presence of 7 or 5000 people. She is
described as being the largest boat which ev-
er yet swan the Western waters. Her
length is $50 feet, beam IS, depth of hold 81
feei, She is intended to carry two engines
with 30inch cylinders, and 10 feet stroke.
now building at the extensive establishment
OF Mr.. Glover, on Main street. ln every res
pect the Sultana is intended to take the lead
every thing that floats; and when it is said
that she is built at the yard of Mr.. French
! will be understood that this is not an empty
,oagt 'tE@ @@ s7# su1E ~ a1fS 7sa5 =
Baton-Rouge gazette. [volume] (Baton-Rouge, La.) 1819-1856, 1843-09-09

MAtoH GsssnAL ANTHONY WAysE-A
remarkably intelligent lady, who recollected
this distinguished officer before the RevoIu-
tionary war, when serving in a civil capacity
as an officer Of the country, gave, some years
since, this sketch Of him 81 was then a lit
tie girl Of nine OF ten years old, but / remem-
Der him well, as he appeared al my fathers,
with several other persons, on business OF the
country. His face and figure were noble
his manner graceful-and | remember as he
used 10 ascend the stairs, where the commits.
sioners sat, there was a lightness of step and
a dignity in his air very imposing, which /
shall never forget. At table, Mr.. Wayne
carved the turkey; ] can sec him as If It we're
now, tucking in the rnfT1es that were over his
hands, for he dressed in the most elegant fash.
ion Of the olden times, and when he applied
the carving knife, the bird seemed to fall apart
without effort. lie was man severe in an.
plication while business was transacting; but
that over he was full Of humor, and sang his
song with the merriest Of the company"
Baton-Rouge gazette. [volume] (Baton-Rouge, La.) 1819-1856, 1843-09-09

o. TIT Nashville Banner tells d good story
about Van Buren's late tour through the West,
which we have not seen noticed by any of The
busy gossips who so loyalty ehropicled his
movements. The Arkansas folks were cur.
ous 10 see the man who boosted he could tread
in the footsteps of his illostfions predecessor.
Among them there came d tall, gaunt free
spoken citizen, who, on being introduced,
slapped the ex-president healthy on the
shoulder, exciaiming, Wen old fellow, I'm
mighty glad 10 see you've looking been for
you NIL the time-eper since the OH Geneynl toak
yoa upf' -. 1E
This cutting, though undersigned ~intimation
ofhis personal insigniftance, when separated
from Gen. Jackson, made his ex-Exceilency
f1utter a little, but he quickly rallied and
replied with his usual responce 10 hard ques-
lions, "Ahi indeed Sir +" art ass .s
Baton-Rouge gazette. [volume] (Baton-Rouge, La.) 1819-1856, 1843-09-09

=#r
Notwithstanding the scarcity of money
and the cry OF hard ti,nes, we perceive many
new buildings erecting IN thia town. We are
TO acc Il, Il la a proof that the energius of our
%citizepe are not altogether Frustrated.
outstanding the depression Of busin.
ess, and the consequent low price Of every
article Of labor and consumption. the price oil
lots and reats are kept up as high az they
were in the highest stage Of speculation.
The reason IL the largest proprietors of
lands and buildings IN this town are few, and
all men who are IN good circumstances and
are not anxious to sell unless they can oh.
tain a high price. If the price OF lots were
reasonable. It would give All impetus TO en-.
terprise and we would see new houses cree.
ting in tho place Of old aud rotten novels that
compose most OF the houses to rent in this
town, r.. .E7a. ~ r#-
With a little encouragement from Capital
lists, this town might become n resort for fam.
lies from the city IN The sunsnthr season, At
present our hotels are Indifferent through,
want Of proper patronage, and no suitable
houses to rent. Baton Rouge is ono Of the
most beautiful and healthy situations in The
state, and its proximity to Now Orleans rem.
ders Il every way a desirable summer resi-.
dence. either for tho gentleman Of business or
We are glad to see many of our ei.
tizens repairing their side walks. they needed
it sadly. II the corporation would pass n
hog law, we think they would add to the
beatty and deceney of cur streets. q
Baton-Rouge gazette. [volume] (Baton-Rouge, La.) 1819-1856, 1843-09-09

ADUktLtNe-We have always looked upon
the custom Of duolling rs a rolic of the bar.
berons ages, bot the notions of .honor''
whether true or false, still sustain il, in spi,e
of strong laws TO the contrary, The custom
OF dueihng may often place the bravest and
most useful citizen at the mercy Of the most
arrant coward and trilcr. Tho community
ought 10 frown down upon tho offenders, we
think II the e%onqueror was made TO maintain
the family of the vanquished, it would, soon
make a new era in the age of duelling. The
old motto "touch a mans pocket and YOU
touch his principle" would manifest itself in
nine cases out of ten. We are glad 10 see
the high-toned and chivalrous mobility Of
England, boldly opposing this immoral and
barbara practice:
TnE SUPPRESSION OF nrELLMe-a ver,
meeting of noblenen and ren,Io
men, says the New York Commercial Sdyar-
tlscrr was held in Londour on the sth of An
gust TO consider and adop. a memorial ~
the Queen asking her TO make some dec;aod
and public manifestation of her aversion "a
The nnchrIs'ian practice of d~aellinr. Wis
count i.lfford was called TO the Chair, and
among those present. were Lord R. Gros.
venor' Lord H., Chalmesdely, Sir Edward
Parry, three ~adnNrals, and a considerable
number OF army and navy officers. The me.
moral was read and agreed 10, and a de-
o%utation appointed 10 present it. A vote Of
marks beeIng moved 10 the Chairman. sr
,tatsd 70 returning thanks for the, compliments
nat the institution for the suppression of din
Ling already numbered 4l6 members. az
whom = were ~noblemen- Is sons of noble.
men. ls members of Parliament, 20 barona.s
% rdmlrals and generals 50 c~olonels. So can
ans in the royal navy, % majors, 10 %cantaips
u ~thearnyr 70 lisutenants, and D barristarx
Baton-Rouge gazette. [volume] (Baton-Rouge, La.) 1819-1856, 1843-09-09

4 SruNKY Fs1tow.-The editor of the
Columbia (Ga) Enquirer 10 30 tired Of hear
ing of Seminoles Or the " termination of the
Florida war" that he threatens the fourteen
warriors now left in the ~territosy that If they
again renew the hostilities, he shall make
it Il personal matter with them" IF" our. ar
my In Florida" had exhibited half 80 much
spunk as the editor Of the Enquirer shows,
the war would never have fingered 50 long,
and not quite go much money would have
been drawn from Uncle Sans Golfers to sup
port it.
Baton-Rouge gazette. [volume] (Baton-Rouge, La.) 1819-1856, 1843-09-09

THE LATE Mr.. Hossron-The last Baton
Gazette comes to- us in rnournful weeds for
the death of it's late editor, Mr.. J. Hueston.
He was much beloved by the citizens Of Ba.
ton Rouge, who without distinction Of party
united to celebrate his funeral rites. We
learn from the Gazette that Mr.. II, was a
native of Morristown N. j., and at his aged
parents are yet living there. The family Of
Mr.. Hueston has been left in straitened cir
cumstances, and we are pleased to learn that
a subscription has been opened for their re-
lief. The appeal in behalf Of the children Of
him whose heart was SO open and generous
will not be made in vain to our own cittzens.
Baton-Rouge gazette. [volume] (Baton-Rouge, La.) 1819-1856, 1843-09-09
THE CONVERSE CAsE--AN AR.
""f'a REST.

The mystery in which tho assault on
young Converse has boon shronded, IL
about TO be dispelled. Affidavit has been
made before Recorder Baldwin by an I'm.
fortunate female in this city, which caps.
ed the arrest Of a man named Barber, on
the charge of being the ringleader in The
attempt to take the life Of Converse. As
described 10 us, tho evidence to sustain the
affidavit IL Of a most extraordinary and
conclusive character, Ms will be shown in
the Investigation before Recorder Baldwin,
This morning. II consists mainly of the
prisoners own boasting confession, both
before and after the commission Of the
deed, and fully confirms the statement that
nav 70 been made by Converse. as.s Pill.
We hear further that developments sre
made which will shed light upon the fate
of John II. Downing, Sheriff Of Washing.
County, (M,ss. J who mysterioisly dis.
appeared In this city some months ago.
The investigation today. according to the
present indications, will shed light upon
acts of hend,sh airooity, which
have disgraced our city during the last
season. ~-Tropie #5E
IT the above Barboe, is Capt. Augustus Bar.
bee, of the Texan navy, he Is we'll known in
''these diggins." .tts w
Baton-Rouge gazette. [volume] (Baton-Rouge, La.) 1819-1856, 1843-09-09

Improvement IN Fire Eaginrs-John Ro.
gers of Baltimore, has completed a new fire
engine for a Charleston company, the box of
which is placed on springs. BY means of a
lever. ingeniously eontrived. the springs are
locked at pleasure, and the box made to set
as If placed upon axles.. The difficulty which,
iiremen have always experienced, in manag-
ing the tongue of an engine, in consequence
of its being dragged by the front axle. SO oh
waited by attaching the ropes to the frnt of
the box. rMrs@a aas,,.,.t a.s 4, -