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Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22
AUTHORITARIAN DISCOVERY
OF AMERICA.

At the late annual meeting of the
British Association for the Advancement
of Science, Professor Elton read paper
exhibiting evidence that America was
known to Europeans as early as the tenth
century. He reviewed the statements OF
the Copenhagen Antiquarian Society,
making it out that the Scandinavian
Mortimer explored great extent of the
eastern coasts of North America, repeat
eddy visited many places in Rhode Island
and Massachusetts,, fought and traded
with the natives, and attempted to es-
tablish colonies. The most northern
region they called Helleland, Tor slate
land, the country further south they
named auckland, (woodland,) and the
country most southern the called Vim
land (vineland,) which is supposed to
have extended no farther south than R.
Island. The general features of the
country accord with the description
which they have given. -
The rock at Dighton, in this State,
was described by Mr.. Elton. and an in
depreciation given to the far-famed in
scription. This inscription was mention
ed by Cotton Mather over one hundred
and fifty years ago. An accurate draw
ing of the inscription was made by the
Rhode Island Historical Society, a few
years since, and copy sent to the Co.
penhagen Society, who confidently inter-
pretit. They say the word 'Thorfnus,
and the number 1872 are distinctly
marked. The 9Th in Thorinus, are in
Icelandic characters, and 'orphinus' in
the ancient Roman. The 1872 was en-
graved in the ancient Roman form of
writing numericals. Mr.. Elton conclu-
ded his argument in favor of the Ante
Columbian discovery of this country. by
abiding to the supposed discovery Of
America by Prince Madoc in the 18th
century. Southey has founded an epic
on this supposition. and the late Mr..
Ruxton was on his way to New Mexico
to substantiate the theory. when he was
taken i'll ct 81. Louis. q few weeks since.
and died.--BostoH Transcript
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22

Newspaper. DIR. Franklin remarks
that man as often gets two dollars for
the one he spends in improving his mind,
as he does for dollar he lays out in any
other way. A man eats up a pound of
sugar, and it is gone, and the pleasure
he has enjoyed is ended; but the infor-
nation he gets from newspaper is treas
ured up to be enjoyed anew, and to be
used whenever occasion or inclination call
for. A newspaper is not the wisdom Of
one man or two men, but the wisdom Of
the age. and of past ages too. A fami-
ly without newspaper, is always half
an age behind the times in general infor-
nation; because they can never think
much or find much to talk about. And
then there are the little ones growing up
in ignorance, without any taste for read
ing. Who then would be without news
paper?
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22

led at certain depth in the earth, then
trees of different descriptions are plant
ed in circles around these deposits; these
are the archives in which the Indians pre-
serve the history Of their raes. Wecan
perhaps, by acting in q spirit of amity
toward them, derive from this source
more satisfactory account of their origin.
But while your conduct toward them is
guided by sordid motives. you will never
conquer the jealous secrecy with which
thew preserve their traditions.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22

The Girdrd Estate.-The estate of
the late Stephen Girard. now in posses
sion of the city of Philadelphia, consists.
in real property. within the limits Of the
city proper and the county, of l7s bull
dings; Of which SO are small houses,
~ large do. and 81 stores. The taxes
and water rents on this property amount
to about $4,000 yearly to which an
additional sum of 5000 has been an
nually applied for making repairs and
permanent improvements. for several
years. The total amount of the income
Of the estates last year, was Sloe. 900.
Pkalr. BulIetin.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22

Hon. D. d. Barnard's. ADDRESS,
Mr.. Barnard's address upon the Life,
Character and Services of the late Chief
Justice Spencer, afforded profound salts
faction to very discriminating audience.
1t was compact and eloquent produc-
ton. Ittraced, ludidly and graphically,
the leading events in the life of the
Chief Justice. and paid deserving trib-
ute to the memory of the distinguished
iurist and beloved citizen. AS it will
undoubtedly be published Immediately,
we shall attempt no abstract of it.
albany Journal.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22
Senatorial Convention.
18th DISTRICT.

nFA Convention Of the Wings from the
several Towns in the 10Th District, will be
held at the Hotel of T. Orlon's, 10 Wood,
bury. on Wednesday. the 28th day Of Febru>
airy, lS.9, at 10 o'clock, A. NJ, for the pur>
pose of nominating a candidate 10 represent
the District in the mex, Legislature. The
Wings In the several Towns in the District
are requested TO send four Delegates each to
the Convention.
CHARLES B. CRAFTS, } n;.,r;c,
]. G. MIN0N, r."
B. U. STRONG, '
Woodbury., Feb. 9th, lS49.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22
Indian Lectures.

We omitted, two weeks since, to make
mention of the visit to this village Of a
company of Chippewa Indians, and their
public performance. They were the sur
vivors of the celebrated company who
went to Europe with George Catlin, Esq,
the Artist, and gave exhibitions in most
of the principal cities in the old world.
The chief, Mr.. CONWAY, [Kah-ge ga-gah-
vogh, is very intelligent man, and gave
an interesting extempore lecture on the
origin, manners. customs, religion, &c. of
the Indians. We perceive he recently
delivered lecture in the Broadway Tab
ernacle. He commenced by abiding to
the interest with which history Of all
times had ever been regarded. Man is
ever an anxious inquirer, and in the his
tory of bygone days he seeks to CRAFTY
his irrepressible curiosity and insatiate
desire for knowledge. In accordance
with this feeling, he has endeavored to
redeem from the mists of antiquity some
traces of the band which first peopled the
Western World, Some his torians have
sought to institute a resemblance be-
tween the Indians and the Jews, deluding
themselves with the hope of thus being
able to clear up the uncertain fate Of the
lost tribes of Israel. This theory does
not bear the test Of investigation, said
the lecturer; for if we compare the man
ners, the customs and religions Of the
two people, we will find that they are to-
tally different in every respect. The Jews,
said he, are people remarkable for their
conservatism of character, and in every
age of the world have been found the
same. This being the case, when we
compare the Indians and the Jews, we
are led to the conclusion that they are
not the progenitors Of our aborigines.
No matter what fortune, good or evil,
has befallen them, enslaved or free, they
have always regarded with veneration the
sanctity Of the Sabbath. This alone
would be sufficient fefutation of that
theory. ...
1t has been also said that colony of
Phoenicians at some period before the
Christian Era, was settled upon the
American coast, and which in the course
Of time extended over the whole Cont
neat. Thus some account for the origin
OF the Indians. The most probable sup
position 10 that we have originally come
from Asia by the Behring's Straits. That
we are descended. from the Asiatics
there can beno doubt whatever; the gen.
eral features Of our character are alike !;
but no definite conclusion can DO arrived
at from what nations Of Asia we are De.
sOended. There Is one way by which We
might obtain an insight into this absorb.
Ing subject. Il b thus: The Indians
have. contrary % gsnsral belisi. . msaas
Of transmitsiag from generation 10 gen.
GRAFTON o history Ofpass events BY maaas
Of hieToglyphics or symbolihal characters.
Beads and other aFtiSl6s have been bur.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22

Il Good Deed.-The New Haven Jour
nal states that ASA BACON, Esq, of this
village, one of the propritors Of the "Mar-
BILE Block" recently destroyed, has made
the liberal donation of 81, 900 to the Wild
ow of the late Mr.. Hall, who was killed by
the falling of the wall of the building
The Journal justly adds, cit is a most
commendable and liberal donation on the
part of Mr.. B., and we are much gratifed
in announcing the fact to the public"
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22
IMPORTANT. An interesting dis.

IMPORTANT. - An interesting dis
covery has been made in the Arctic
ocean. which may possibly lead to q new
tropic. Captain Boyce. q whaleman Of
Bag Hsrbor. has recently returned from .
voyage IN which he explored new wha-
ling ground and made Important discoV-
bries north Of BheEing q Straits. During
his cruise IN July and August. he sAw
no ios, and tho wsaAher vas ordinarily 90
plsasant TINT his msn could work IN light
clothing. and 10 was % lighs through the
night that whaling might have besn car
ried On during the entire 20 hours. Capt.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22
Senatorial Convention.
18th DISTRICT.

10Th DISTRICT.
rs The Wing Senatorial Convention
for The 18Th District, will be held al Brad
ley's Hotel, Wolcottville, on Tuesday, the
18th day of March next, at ii O'clock, A NJ.
for The nomination of a candidate for Sem
ator. Each Town in the District will send
four Delegates.
G. D. WADHAMS, Dist. Gem.
February l2, I649.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22
The National InteIligenoer Of Friday

The National Intelligencer Of Friday
says:
I'VE learn that the President Of the
United States intends TO vacate the Ex-
ccutivc mansion on or about the lst OF
March. He has engaged rooms ct the
Irving Hotel, where he win remain with
his family until after the Inauguration Of
Gen. TayloE: after which they vii take
their departure from the city. ~
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22


~ isaac d. Bull, well known drug
gest of Hartford, died suddenly in that
city on Thursday last. of heart affection.
He was rs years old.
EgEnos Dudley, formerly Baptist
preacher, bat more recently Millerite,
has been convictedaof the murder of his
wife, before the Supreme Court of New
Hampshire. Returning from meeting in
sleigh, he brought his wife home
corpse, saying she had fallen out of the
sleigh and broken her neck. TWAS sub
Sequently proved that he had strangled
her!
Eg Samuel Lawrence, Esq, brother
of Abbott Lawrence, has been thrown
from his sleigh and had his skull frac-
tured. --- .-
Messrs. M. R. Hart and J. H. Hart, Of
Goshen, sailed for California in the 'Hen-
ry Lee of Hartford, a few days since.
re- The Springfield Republican says
that George Duell. the Collector Of West
Brook6eld, and Deputy Sheriff Of Wor-
cester county, has departed suddenly for
California, taking with him about $1,000
belonging to the town, and large a.
oo11on4ol 40 ouoo,,A;or,
Columbus, Ohio, Feb. le, ls49.
The House have agreed to adjourn,
sine die, on the first Monday in March.
A Bad Fsr!-A boot-black, newly
engaged, presented his master one morn
ing with pair Of boots, the leg of one
of which was much longer than the 9TH
er. Chow comes it, you rascal, that
these boots are not of the same height?"
81 really don't know, sir: but what
bothers me the most is, that the pair
down stairs are in the same FIX!
4 Mysterious Returx.-Mr. Richard
D. Doran, merchant of Harper's Ferry.
whose mysterious disappearance few
years since, has been a matter of news
paper comment, returned to his former
home on Saturday last. He has been
spending most of his time in Glasgow,
Scotland. 1t is singular case, and will
produce some strange judicial proceed
ings. Surprising that he had either d.
ed or been murdered in Philadelphia, his
estate, which was very considerable
one, had passed into the hands of admin
istrators, and was entirely settled so far
as the agents of the Court were concern
ed, leaving large surplus just in process
of being distributed among his legal rep
resentatives.-Cha Va.) Spirit.
Sentence Of Miller.-In the Supreme
Judicial Court of Massachusetts,, on the
14th inst, George Miller, the extensive
forger, was sentenced to three days soil
tary confinement, and nine years hard
labor in the State Prison. The Bosto
Chronotype says, 1.-The prisoner receiv-
ed the sentence with deep though well
concealed emotion, and his hard fate has
awakened much sympathy in his behalf.
Many who have known him intimately for
years, consider him as the victem of temp
tation and an overweaning desire to lead
in business; in short, as the Rathbun of
Observation-Disclosures than as the ma
licious and heartless swindler."
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22
From the ". 2. EEpreDs.
CAlIN0 RNIA.

Ayful State Of society at the Mines -
Lynch LGw in force-Zhre men hang
ed--Murdev and Rob6eyy-Gold more
abundant than ever, dc.
BY TELEeRAPH.l
Washington, Feb. Is.
The Union of this morning has letter
from J. L. Folsom, dated San Francisco,
Dec. 25th, and addressed to Commodore
Jones.
It states that the affairs in California
are getting worse as regards order aad
government. Murders and robberies
were of daily and hourly occurrence
Within short time over twenty murders
were known to have been perpetrated
The people were making preparations
to organize a Provisional Government.
Within five days three men had been
hung by Lynch law.
It is estimated that the United States
Revenue Laws, now in force. will yield
an income of $4,000 the first year; but
the revenue laws are not popular in Cali
ifornia, and the inhabitants are generally
opposed to the payment Of this tax.
The gold-washings continue to b.
abundantly productive. All previous
accounts are fully realized. It is believ-
ed that four hundred millions /! [ four
millions, probably, in gold dust has been
taken from the mines - two thirds of
which, it is expected, has been sent to
FOREIGN countries.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22

Mr.. Levi Hall, one of the men who
was injured in the marble Block" New
Haven. by the falling in Of a portion of
the wall on the day after the fire, has
since died from the effect of his injuries.
He was "a years old, and had been mar
ried only few weeks.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22

Col. James Collier has received from
Gov. Ford the appointment of Paymaster
General of Ohio. Col. G. was prom
inent Delegate to the Wing National
Convention. He is son Of the late
Thomas Collier of Litch6eld.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22

~ While three men were engaged
among the ruins of the Marble Block"
New Haven, searching for their lost tools,
a wall fell in upon them, injuring them
severely.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22

There is no truth in the rumor that
DR.. Coolidge. the Maine murderer. has
escaped from prison. at ThOmaaton, but
Gov. Dana. with the advice and consent
Of his council. has COmmuted his sentences.
which YVES hanging at the pleasure Of the
executive. 70 imprisonment Coz iiSe.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22

VagSabis History 10 Prsparasion.--
Prof. George w. Greene, Of Brown Uni-
vogsity. has IN preparation lie Of his
illustrious nnosster. Majer Gen. Nathan
ID Greene. This work VIII he eompr-
ued IN six oOlavo volumes, IN the same
style O. Sparks Life Of Washington.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22

Mr.. Robinson, former editor of the
Boston Republican Gree SoiD has mar
ried wife, inherited farm, and gone to
practising the principles of free soil in
an independent manner.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22

~We regret to learn that the saw
mill, grist mill and machine shop of Will
ting Bradley. Esq. of New Milford. were
destroyed by fire few nights since; to-
gether with large stock Of grain, lumber,
tools. &c.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22

Hyer, the prize-fghter. is in Jail at
Baltimore. Yankee Sullivan had not
been found at the last accounts.
P.S. Hyer has since been liberated
ON bail
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22

Ths Superior Court, Judge wailspEs-
siding. commenced Is February term
In this village on Tuesday.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22
the express purpose Of laying It at the
feet Of the King.
LTTCHFIELD ENQUIRER
HTCRFTELD, Feb. q, Is4s.

Wing Ticket for State Officers.
FOR GOVERNOR,
JOSEPH TRUMBULL, of Hartford.
FOR LIEUT.. GOVERNOR,
THOMAS BACKUS, of Killingly.
FOR SECRETARY,
ROGER II. MILLS, of New Hartford.
FOR TREASURER,
STEPHEN TAYLOR, of Middietowh.
FOR CONTROLLER,
ABIJAH CATLlN, of Harwinron.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22

AccEDRnI 10 TINE OERwoRT FAmEKx-
We regret much 10 haar that shis dexervinR
family Of musicians weEe Injured Or Ghs
upsssliag e Q siags. wlsils e GheiF waW
from beidgsroFs % @lEmiagha@. The M.
thsr had bee arm badly bFnkea, and listls
Williams face badly bruised. The tive
sisters were also slishsiy injuSsd.-ENw
HaveA Pslladiam.
Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1849-02-22

GS~Jadee M'LEAE, il seems. declines ne
honor Of d seat in the United States Senate.-
A Washington correspondent Of the Philh--
delphia Amer lean, says, chat immediaisly
on receiving the informatiOn Of his nomtn.-
alton for Senator By che Wings Of the Ohio.
Legislature. he despatched al answer By
Telegraph 20 Columbus declining che ncm.-
iaatioa. Considerations Of private chaF-
acseT. she Juage says. alone preveus him
from acceeding % the wishes Of his GEieaass
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1849-03-14
The Inaugural Address.

We publish in this issue the inaugura! Of
President TAYLOR 1t is brief, chasle, and
moderate; but exceedingly vague us TO the pol
icy Of the future administration. The Presi.
dent says, it shall be his study to recommend
such constitutional measures to Congress es
may be necessary and proper to secure en-
couragement and protection to the great inter
ests Of Agriculture, Commerce, and Manniac
turcs--to improve our rivers and harbors-lo
provide Tor the exlinguishment Of the public
debt-to enforce 4 strict accountability on the
part of all officers OF the Government, and the
utmost economy IN all public expenditures )"
but touching the great question Of the day-the
adjustment Of slavery in the Territorles-.he is
scrupuously silent. After intimaling his opin-
ion on the above subject, which may become
matters of future legislation, the Nalion-and
the South especially, had a right TO expect
sonic indication of the policy to be pursued in
reference to this absorbing question. We can.
not readily conceive tho reason of so important
an omission in the address. 1t is cerluInly not
in character with the manly frankncss and in
dependence we have been taught 10 look for in
Gen. Taylor.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1849-03-14
EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT,
Charleston. Jan, IS. 1SI

DEAR Sin: have the honor, here
with, TO transmit The sword which my
predecessor would have put in your pos.
session in November last, had not the con-
dilion Of his health prevented him from
attending tohis public duties. 1t was pre-.
pared in obedience 10 the following pre-
ample and resolution of The Legislature,
adopted in December, l947:
Whereas the gallanIry of Gen. Shields
in tue Mexican war, which has won for
him the admiration and gratitude of the
whole American people, is doubly appre-
ciatcd by the Stale OF South Carolina, by
reason of his.connection with the Palmetto
Regiment:
Resolrea unanimously By the Senate.
(the House concurrins, )Tha, The Cover
nor be instructed, on behalf of lhe Stale, TO
have, prepared, and TO be presented 10
General Shields, a sword, with appropri-
ate cmblems aud devices, rs testimony
ofiIs hish estimation Of his gallan, bearing
in Tho Mexican war, and as a tribute of
gratitude for his parental attention 10 The
Palmetto Regiment.
At their Capitol aud Metropolis, the
constituted authorities and large number
Of The citizens Of this Stale had ain oppor-
lunity of personally teslifying Tie very high
estimation they entertained Of your dis
linguished services in The Mexican cam.
paisu. This feeling, strong and arden. as
il was. scarcely neel assure you, perva.
dcd The whole State.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1849-03-14
chronicle & sentinel again.

The Editor Of tho above Journal seems to be
not little piqued at our charging him with
being "Ngrthern AbOlisionist." He assays
a repIyi but il that be his only defence, well
may he be styled a ftlo de Sc. He has laid vio-
lent hands on himself. We cannot perceive
that he even denies the charge and for the
anti Southern views advanced in his paper he
offers no apology whatever.
Abandoning all hopes Of an honorable de.
fence. like tricky sophist he tries to divert the
issue by making a sort of arsnmsntuAn al
hominem. He seeks to charge upon us narrow,
sectional feeling that does not extend beyond
the State Of South Carolina. His object is
uuIce against South Carolina, he hopes mi.
duce his readers 10 forget tloSweakness of his
cause, in feelings of personal animosity towards
his opponent A subterfnge so low and shat
low, can excite no other feeling than that of
contempt. This mode OF augmentation is the
usual resort of'weak minds, and sometimes of
strong, though uncandid minds, when engaged
in a bad cause. Some men are unscrupuIous
enough TO sustain themselves by any and every
means.
We really see nothing 10 alter our opinions
about this sapicnt Editor, and as humble sen
rine to watch over Southern rights andinter.
ess, we feel it our duty to again urge, that pub
lie ccnsure be so ,urncd upon him as to force
him either to dcsist from his insidious opposition
TO Southern institutions, or 10 Lcarc The important
post nc occupies. The name of this Editor is
Daniel Lee, who likewise edits the Southern
Culliyator.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1849-03-14
Female Emi@rants,

A Mrs. Eliza FarnIlam adver,ises in the Ma
lionaI IntclIisencer. That she will head l25 or
I3O fair danlsels. if so many shall volunteer,
ITO go in search of the golden Reeces Of Cali
fornia.
We know not what notions others may have
Of female propriely; but to our taste aud judg.
lnent there is something unleminine in this en-
terprize, which attaches some degree of vuI-
garily to the fair sex. II is blo!ch upon the
fair character Of our :ccuntry-women. II our
men are so mad after selfish gain, as 10 abandon
The charms Of female society, in order to hoard
up little gold dust in rude uncivized COM
munly which is graced by the presence scarce
ly Of woman, let not tlle fair daughters Of our
country so far forget The proprieties of tleir
sex, as to follow 10 these rude regions, in-
habiled for the mos. part by lawless men.
We will not undertake to speak for The fair
damscls Of the "snowy North but for the
sweet maidens Of the "sunny South" we
think we can risk the remark, that they have
too nice sense, of the proprieties Of the sex
too refined notions of female delicacy, to be
led of, even under the most tempting allure,
ments, into such indecorous and unbecuming
conduct.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1849-03-14
From the Washington Union.
CORRESPONDENCE.

We lay before our readers the interest
ing correspondence which has passed be-
tween the Governor of South Carolina and
General Shields. The sword was pre-
sented in this city by R. B.. ..Rheit, esq.
member Of Congress from South Carolina.
1t is elegantly executed, Of the most su.
perb materials, and adorned with embIcms.
1t is jcwellcd sword; on the head is a
magnificent emerald, estimated at $500
al the least: