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Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05

Aiier Mr.. Bfowne had concluded, Miss Sarah
Mercer appeared upon the witness stand and tes-
uhe9 TO all the facts stated by him concerning her
was corroborated in that part which related TO hel
first meeting with him in Chestnut street, by Miss
Sarah Osbourne, the young lady who was with
her on that occasion
Mrs, Mercer, the prisoners mother, was then
examined, and related the effect which the reyela
ton of his sisters wrongs had upon his mind
when he was first made acquainted with them.
She also testified th.t her daughter first conided
to her the secret of her seduction
The Rev. Mr.. Loughrdge and the Rev. -Azariah
Prior, both testified TO the exemplary character ot
Miss Mercer, up to the time of her acquaintance
with the deceased, and that her behavior during
the years 194l and 1872 as a schoolgirl had
been most commendable and praiseworthy They
also testified to the good behaviour, and general
mild department of the prisoner-that they had
known him for some years, and meyer discovered
any thing vindictive orreyengeful in his character
They also both saw him onthe day when he learn
ed his sisters story, and on the day on which he
killed Heberton, and stated it as their firm convic-
tion that on those days he was laborine under the
strongest mental excitement. and that for the time
he was to all appearances deprived of his reason.
When the Court adjourned ON Saturday after
noon, about dozen or twenty other witnesses had
been examined. They had all seen him. and no.
ced him particularly about the time of the murder,
and stated 1t as their belief that he was laborne
under temporary insanity. The Court then ad-
journed until Moaday morning, when the defence
was resumed.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05
Attempt at Bribery.

Re presehtaiives, at Harrisburg. on Friday last. in
consequence of MIR. Hill, member of the House
from Westmoreland county, declaring, that over
lures had been made TO him by two friends of the
Canal Commissioners. and by one of the Commits
sioners himself to the etiec that if he would sus-
tain the Governors Veto Of the Bill for electing
the Canal Commissioners by the people, they
would give to him or to any friend he should name
the office of Collector of Tolls at Williamsburg
Mr.. Hickman Immediately moved that Commit
tee be appointed to investigate the charge, which
was agreed to, and Messrs. Hickman, Deiord,
and Morris appointed said Committee
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05
Tzicligas Eegisyalion.

The Legislature Of Michigan, which has Just
adjouraed, appears 10 have been deeply imbued
with the spirit Of reform Among other wise en-
artneniS, we notice Bill for the relief of the
people, which makes their broken Wild Cat bank
notes legal tender in payment OF the Mortgages
glFeh 10 secure the payment of these notes when
issued. This robs the holders of the notes of all
chance ofgetting any thing upon them, and makes
them worth exactly the price of old paper. A Bill
was also passed, which abolishes all the penalties
heretofore enacted and existing against Libertin-
ism Shame upon such legislation. How true
the maxim that 'the world is governed too much" !"
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05
The COur. Martial.

The trial of ofCommander Mckenzie has atlenpth
been concluded, and the opinion of the Court for
warded to Washington Ii Is said 10 be favorable
TO him, result which we anticipated from the
commencement. Instead of this trial by Naval
Officers, we would have liked jury Of taOeIrs men
10 have passed upon his case. Their decision
would have been far more satisfactory to the peo.
pie, and if favorable. far more honorable TO MIR.
Mckenzie. Although be is now acquitted, and
restored 10 his rank in tie Navy, still at the bar oil
Iaa5!c opIaioa. he is not held euiitless.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05
Money and Rmsincss.

The Market street merchants appear 10 be
increasingly y occupied with their customers from
The West and the South. goodly number
have already appeared here, and there is eve
ry reason 10 ihr.k iha, Wholesome trade will
take place Ibis season, although not TO the
extent of former times, by any means. The
fact is the sound traders are determined to gel
oui Of debt and they will yet buy sparingly.
BY the accounts from The other large cities, we
observe that similar state Of things prevails
elsewhere. Money continues abundant for
good business PAPER in all The large places
By private letters from London. " learn that
in thai great money centre, the iale OF interest
is exceedingly low, and capitalists find il diff
cub 10 Obtain safe investments. The closing
Of the Chinese war he's doubtless had an effect
10 produce such resu--and is not probable
thai il will ultimately produce favorable effect
upon The money market of this country.
Almost every packet brings specie from Eu-
rope, and the New York papers state that the
Banks in that city have larger amount CT spe-
Gle on hand al the present moment, than they
have bad al any previous period for years
Chece business paper is very scorce, and there
is quite competition 10 obtain ii for discount
Sat. Courier,
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05
Judge Story.

The Hon. Joseph Story, one of tic Justices oi
the Supreme Court of the u. States. and the dis
ungniShed compiler, and commentator of our laws,
is, and for some time past, has been so much in
disposed, as to induce him 10 take trip to Eu-
rope ior the benefit Of his health Judge S. is an
exemplary man. and one of the most eminent iu-
rSis living. We hope this sea voyage may prove
beneficial him. and his useful life be 10 NO spared
ioi the good ofhis country lie will sail in few
weeks, accompanied by his physician Dr. Sewall
Of Washington.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05
The Murder Case.

In another column our readers will find an anal.
ysls of the proceedings ofMercers trial, up to Sat
urday evening last. 1t conveys correct idea oi
all the testimony and is sufficient for full under
Standing of the whole case The particulars OF
fie killing are omitted, as they correspond with the
statement which we published in our paper Of the
23a of February. ltappears to be the almost unan-
inols opinion that Mercer will be acquitted on the
ground of insanity the evidence pretty clearly es-
:a5lishing that fact. The conduct Of Judge Ell
er, who presides at the trial is spoken of in the
highest ternis and entities him to the praise Of be-
l25 an abe' honest, and upright Judge. The trial
VIII PROBABLY be concluded sometime during the
present week.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05
NOTICE..

A Petition for The Benefit Of the Bankrupt
Law, has been filed The 9Th February 1919
by
Vincent Huguiner, Pile.
Which Petition will be heard before the Dis
irict Court of the United States for The Eas ten
District of Pennsylvania. sitting in Bankruptcy.
at the District Court room in the City Of Phil
adelphia. on Friday the 7lh day of April next,
at IL O'Clock, A. M. when and where all Petsons
interested may appear and show cause, if any
they have, why the prayer of the said Petition
should not be granted, and the said Petitioner
declared Bankrupt,
FRANCIS HOPKINSON,
Cerk of the District Court.
Philadelphia, March 4, lS43.-3t.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05
NOTICE.

The Undersigned having been appointed hy
the Orphans Court of Monroe county, to ex-
anime the accounts and make Distribution of The
assets 10 and among the creditors Of the est aie
OF HENRY MILLER, late of lower Smith
field township, in said county, deceased. viii
attend 10 The duties of the appointment on Mon
day the l7lh day of April next. at 10 o'clock
A. NJ at the public house of John c. Bush,
Craig's Meadows, then and there all persons
interested are required to present lheif claims
or be debarred from coming in for share OF
said assets.
F. sTARBIRD, Auditor.
March %, Is43
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05
NOTICE..

A Petition for Discharge and Certificate un-
der the Bankrupt Law, has been filed by
John Eylenherger, Tobacconisr, Monroe.
And Friday The 26Ih day Of May next at ] |
o'clock, A. NJ. is appointed for the hearing
thereof, before The said Court, sitting in Bank
rutcy, at the District Court Room, in the City
Of Philadelphia, when and where The Creditors
Of the said Pelioner who have proved their
Debts, and all other persons in iIsresi, may ap-
pear and show cause. il any they have, why
such Discharge and Certificate should not be
granted.
FRAS. HOPKINSON,
Clark Of the District Court
Philadelphia, March |, ls43.---l0l.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05
New Hampshire.

The election in this State took place on ;l1e Ittl
ust. and resulted IN the election Of Gov. Hubbard
and the choice of majority Of his loco oco breth
f9a to the state legislature. The four members OF
Congress are also locos. But as they were chosen,
contrary to law, by General Ticket instead of sin
gle Districts, it remains TO be seen whether they
VIII be permitted to take their at the opening
of the next session.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05
The Hero of New Orleans.

General AndrewJackson numbered his sere nty
slrM year, on Wednesday the 18th of last month
lie is " Old Hickory" still His health is good,
his spirits cheerful, and he entertains his friends
with ell shat hospitality for which he was remark
able In the meridian of his life The numerous
friends Of the Old Hero, in this vicinity will no
doubt be rejoiced at this information.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05
HPPAY UP. PAY UP!!m

All persons indebted to the subscriber for
subscription, advertising, job work, or other
wise, are hereby requested 10 make immediate
payment, and save costs. Since his co-pari-
nership with Mr. Kollock, set Of new books.
for The firm, have been opened, aud ii is there
fore necessary that the old books should be SET
lied up. His pecuniary concerns also mperi-
lively require him to call upon all who are in
arrears 10 make Immediate settlement
THEODORE SCHOCH.
March %, Is43.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05

Some editor says, member OF Congress
from The Wesi, SEM home Durham COW un-
der frank; the postmaster refused 10 deliver the
package, as the member lorgo, TO saw OIL the
horns.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05

The Speaker of the House Of Assembly at
Albany, N. Y. presented petition, signed by
one thousand ladies', praying for the suppress
sion Of licentiousness
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05

Ii is said that little spirits of turpenine
poured into the holes and crerices, is an efec.
tive cure against crickets and cockcroaches
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05

People begin 10 think that if 'money is the
root OF all evil" they ought 10 be moral now-a-
days, since there is so liuIe Of the root"
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05

Public men every day sacrifice principles
which lhey esteem ,hro fear OF being blamed
by people whom they despise.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05

The provisions made by Captain Tyler, for
his Guard, are Vase and Profit able. He has
pushed Forward 10 Piilsburg.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05

NJ ne oswego. N. Y J Bank, suspended
'?erie payments on Monday a week. The
notes are selling in New York a, - I2 per
cent discount. pN'
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05

Ii is stated that slight shock Of ain earth
quake was felt al Someivlle, Tenn, on the
lih ul,.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05

The Delaware Republican speaks Of The
wheat crop of that neIghborhood as having
rooted we'll
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05

Mr.. David Harry, soldier of the revolution
died in Hagers,own, on Saturday, last, in The
93d year of his age. i
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05

The North River is openrio Newburg.'
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05

Wheat al Chicago, SO and 50 cents.
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05
Review of the Markets.

SIoudsburg, April 5. lS43.
Wheat Flour, per barrel S4,25
Rye, do do 3.25
Wheat, per bushel rs
Rye, do so
Sole Leather per pound 25
Corn per bushel As
Clover Seed per bushel $50
Timothy Seed per bushel 2,25
Oats do 3Q
Flax Seed do 1871
Butter per pound IL
Eggs, per dozen 10
Hickory wood, per cord $50
Oak, do do 200
Mackerel, No. 1000
Do do 2 900
Jeffersonian Republican. [volume] (Stroudsburg, Pa.) 1840-1853, 1843-04-05
Foreign Coins.

Custom House rates Of foreign coins, accor-
ding 10 Act Of Congress, passed March 8, Is43:
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march ls-ly

A CARD-Thc following Card was published in
~ March last, aud is now re published for the
accommodation Of those who neglected attending to II:
The undersigned respectfully but most earnestly
requests all persons indebted 10 him prior TO si3 TO
cali al his store before the 9Th day Of next month,
Dnne) a. he will be constrained to place all debt.
without distinction then outstanding the hands Of
an officer for collection, prompt settlement tot them
Icing indispensable.
may 3 d3w w FISl HER.
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NOTICE.
NAVY AGrNr's OprtcE,

NAVY ACENT's OrrtCE,
Washington. May 10, lSi3
DROPOSALS will be received at this office until
/ three o'clock on the 9Th of June next for sup
plying any quantity Of Fresh Meat and Vegetables
that may be required for the of the ordinary men
employed in the navy yard in this city, for twelve
months, commencing the 18th day OF June next ,
also for furnishing any quantity OF Fresh Meat,
Poultry Vegetables, and such other provision sup
plies as may be from time TO time required for the
hospital department OF this station. The supplies for
the latter not TO continue for period longer than de-
sired at this agency. VIM. b. SCOTT,
may l3-3tawt9lu Navy Agent
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AGENCY AT WASHINGTON.


A MOS KENDALL and JOHN f. KENDALL
II offer their services to such may have business
with the Government Of the following description,
viz:
obtaining contracts from the Post Office and other
Executive Departments.
Procuring patents, and other business connected
with the Patent Office.
Procuring pensIons-revolutionary, army, and ma
w aud other business in relation thereto.
Settlement Of accounts whether with the State,
Treasury, War, Navy, or Post Office Departments,
Prosecuting Of claims against the Goyornmep Il,
whether Tor lands other property, or money, before
any of the tx, cuiiye Departments or Congress
Our office is in Todd's rooms, number 10, where
Jops f. KENDALL will be found during business
hours. AMOS KESDALL will also attend at the
Office TO consult and advise, and will prepare
cases for presentation to the Departments to Con.
gress His knowl ledge OF the forms and details Of
public business derived from service in the public
offices, will enable him to perform this service m the
most effective manners and those who intrust us with
business may rely upon the utmost prOmpttnde and
the use of all proper means TO bring II to successful
issue Our charges will be moderate, depending for
their amount on the nature of the case
Persons AT a distance will find il much cheaper 10
employ us in any business they may have with the
Government than TO come TO Washington themselves.
We will also attend to the purchase, sale, or ex-
change Of real property in the District and the West
ern States using our best endeayors pro6lsbly 10
serve a who will furnish us with accurate dtscrip-
tons Of the kind Of property wanted TO be purchased
or proposed TO be sold or exchanged.
All letters on business should be addressed 81
Messrs. Kendall s. CO., agents. and must be post
paid.
AMOS KENDALL,
march ls-1y JOHN T.. KENDALL.
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NOTICE
OF REDEMPTION OF TREASURY NOTES

Treasury DEPAErMEsr, April 26 1918.
Notice is hereby given that this Department is
ready TO redeem all the Treasury notes OF the United
States heretofore issued bearing date on, or any
day before, the first day July eighteen hundred AID
forty two, and which have become dae or shall be.
come due, before, or on the thirtIeth day Of June
eighteen hundred and forty three and that accor-
ding the provisions of different acts Of Congress,
interest upon all the notes herein described will cease
on the thireth day of June next
Any notes that may be offered under this notice at
the Repositories of the United States in the City of
New York, or at the city of Washington, or at the
Treasury, will be redeemed in money and not other
wise. j. C. SPENCER,
Secretary Of the Treasury
al &c
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TNHOS. PUkSELL has Just received and opened,
j at his store, on Pennsylvania avenue. opposite
Browns Hotel, fourteen Of the above articles
such as Dinner sets, Plates, Dishes Salads, Bowls
Scolloped Pudding Dishes, &c, which will be sold
low for cash, or to punctual customers
THO PURSEI.L.
May 20-eo3t
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NOTICE TO PAPER MAKERS.

PROPOSALS will be received at this Office tc
| furnish paper, Of the size and quality used 'or
the MadisonIan. A constant supply (about LOG
reams per month"; to be kept hand in this city te
I've cons gned to such house the manufacturer ma,
d gnate. Terms, CASH may l2-3t
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POST OFFICE BUSINESS.

THE undersigned continues to transact business
i for mail contractors pensioners, draughted vo-
lunteers and claimants generally, at the seat Of Go
yernment.
He has blank bids ready for persons DESTROYS of
bidding for mail contracts. The old service and pay
upon any given at the shortest notice and adj
vice TO bidding communicated if desired. No APP
pcation attended to- unless accompanied by fee of
five dollars and letter taken from the office
less the postage is paid. No person having business
at the seat of Government need attend in person, If
a full descrip ion of tie business is communicated
ond a full power of attorney sent on by mail.
Ten per cent. charged upon all old claims allowed
by the proper authorities after the allowance IS made
Nothing charged unless the claim is allowed.
Refer to the members Of the Twenty Seyenth Con-
gress generally.
JESSE +. DOW,
Washington 9Th street. General Post Office.
March 2I-Iyif
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A CARD.

THE undersigned having had the accounts Of
i several gentlemen placed in his hands for coec-
ton WILL in addition thereto, attend u the collection
Of debts generally within the District of Columbia.
lie hopes BY strict attention TO business and short
tehuns, to receive a share Of business from those
who may need the services Of collector.
Orders left at the office Of JONI ID. CLARK, Esq,
will meet with prompt attention.
May 25-tf JOHN T. c. CLARK.
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STATIONERY, PRINTING AND BINDING.
NAVY DEPARTMENT, May 18th, 1913.

NAVY DEPARTMENT, May 18th, l9i3.
CEPARATE proposals will be received at the office
- of the Secretary Of the Navy, until 3 O'Clock,
p. NJ of the 10th day of June next, for furnishing
all the stationery, and executing all the printing and
binding that may be required by the Navy Depart
ment, or any OF its Bureaux, for the year COM
mencng LIST July, Si3, and ending the 30h June,
l544.
All the articles TO be furnished and work to be
executed must be Of the best quality, and to the sa-
tsfacton Of the head of the office for which they
required Samples of stationery must be sub
mitted with the proposals, and those OF the person
contracting will be retained to compare with delivc-
ries. The other samples will be returned on de-
mand
The Department reserves to itself the right Of or
dering greater or less quantity of each and every
article contracted for, the public service may re-
quIre.
Bonds, with approved security, to be given by the
person persons contracting and in case of fail
ure to supply the articles, to perform the work,
the contractor and his sureties shall be liable for the
forfeiture specified in such bond liqudated DANA
ges, to be sued for in the of the United States,
in any court having Jurisdiction thereof.
To ensure uniformity In the proposals, blank forms
will be furnished to all persons desiring to bid But
price must be affixed 10 each article.
STATIONERY.
10 reams Folio Post paper, ru'el
40 do Cap do do
81 do Quarto Post do
5000 Quilts, 60, 10 and 80, Opaque and clarified
800 Cards of Steel Pens or IL on card
IS dozen Red Tape, No. ID to 25
do Taste
30 30 pounds best spprriine Sealing Wax
20 do second quality do
Is do do Waters
so Penknyes
"a Erasures
&c Ivory Folders
"a Sand Boxes
- pairs Of Shears and Scissors
60 quarts Black Sand
"a Wafer Stamps, of ivory
"a Pounce Boxes do
5 pounds India Rubber
"a dozen Black Lead Pencils
3 do Red do
do quart bottles Black Ink
3 do pint bottles Red Ink
$40 Sheets of Parchment best prepared
"a Ink Stands, of glass and Wedgewood
10 pounds Gum Arabic
"a Paper Weights, Of brass, composition, or lead
10 pounds Cotton Irvine
10 do Flax do
200 sheets Drawing Paper from medium to anti
quarian
u sticks India Ink.
PRINTING.
$500 copies of Navy Register, about 20 pages folio
Tost, Svo., mostly rule aad figure work TO be
folded aud stitched, with blue covers paper
included
50 copies of Navy Register, same matter overrun
into quarto form; to be half bound and 10
of the copies TO be interviewed and feint lined
Circulars and other blanks, paper included
narto Post /, 2, B. or pages, per quire, per ream
Cap do do do do
Folio Post do do do do
Book work, exclusive OF paper
Composition, per 1000 ems
Press-work, per token
BINDING.
Newspapers, daily, per yearly volume
Books, Svo., full bound, IN calf and sheep
do half bound
Blank Books for records &c, similar TO those now
in use, which may be examined by all nclin-
ed 20 bid
Letters to be half bound, per pattern.
A. THO. SMITH,
.qcing Secretary Of the Nary
may 15-lawtl6june
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FOR THE LADIES.

THE subscribers have just received trunk Of
i very beautiful Bronze Satin and Lasting Cater
and half Cater Boots, coored, fancy and dress
Buskns and Bronze Slippers which, with their
former stock, makes their assortment very perfect
he attention Of the ladies IS particularly called
TO the above. A. COYLK & son
may 1876
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NAVY REGISTER.

JUST PUBLISHED and for sale at Stationer's
- Hall, Register of the Commissioned and War
rant Officers Of the Navy including officers of the
Marine Corps, corrected from authentic sources TO
the first Of April, l643, to which added the laws
relating to the Navy, passed during the third session
Of the 9th Congress, by b. Romans of the Navy De
parlment may 2l II