WEDNESDAY, JAN. 14, 1824.
We generally deem it advisable to call
the attention of our readers to articles
of length, when inserted, because we
know the little inclination most persons
have to peruse them. We have one of
this description on our first page, but
we believe we have only to name its sub
ject, to ensure it a careful and eager exa
mination. When we say that it relates
to Greece, we feel sure of having aroused
all the sympathies and generous feelings
of freemen.
On two former occasions, we noticed
the improvement making on the road at
the base of the mountain, on the south of
the Shenandoah river. We yesterday
examined it, and were strikingly con
vinced of the advantages which will re
sult to the citizens of this place as well as
to the farmers in the immediate vicinity
of the road. It would be a matter of re
gret, if it were suffered to remain unfin
ished for the want of a small subscription
by each individual interested. We hope
a more liberal spirit will prevail. Who
would not suffer a temporary inconveni
ence, by sparing a little, to secure a fu
ture permanent benefit ?
The annual Report of the Secretary of
the Treasury has been laid before Con
gress. Under the belief that our read
ers care but little about its details,we will
merely state in general terms, that the
Secretary estimates the receipts of the
year 1823, at §20,444,035 26, which, with
the balance in the Treasury on the 1st
of January, 1823, forms an aggregate of
§24,681,462 81. The total estimated ex
petycfitures of the year 1823, are §15,317,
407 04, leaving §9,364,055- 77 in the
Treasury, on the 1st of January, 1824.
He says—
“ After deducting from this sum certain balan
ces of appropriations, amounting to $2,897,086 47,
which are necessary to effect the objects for which
they were severally made, or have been deducted
from the estimates for the service of the ensuing
year, a balance of #6,466,969 30 remains ; which,
with the receipts into the treasury during the year
1824, constitutes the means for defraying the cur
rent service of that year.”
“ The views which are herein presented are found
ed upon the idea, that no extraordinary expendi
ture is to be incurred. If, however, it be. deemed
advisable to give increased extension or activity to
the navy, or to aid in objects of internal improve
ment, it is believed that such additional means as
may^j^required, may be obtained by a judicious
rev'HP of the tariff. Such a measure was recom
mended in the annual report, with a view both to
the increase of the revenue and the simplification
of the collection; and further reflection and expe
rience have tended to strengthen the opinion then
entertained, that its operation, without being oner
ous to the community, would be advantageous to
the revenue, salutary to commerce, and beneficial
to the manufactures of the country.”
On the 5th inst. a Caucus of the “re
publican” members of the Virginia Le
gislature was held in the capitol at Rich
mond, on the presidential question. No
particular candidate was recommended,
but a majority, doubtless, are in favor of
Mr. Crawford. The following resolu
tions were adopted :
“To secure concert among the Repub
licans of the Union, to give the majority
of the people of this nation their due as
cendancy by means of the electoral votes,
and to avoid a resort to the House of Re
presentatives :
“ Resolved, That we approve the poli
tical sentiments declared by the Republi
can Members of the State of New York,
at a Meeting held on the 22d day of April,
1823, and that we esteem the measure by
them recommended, under existing cir
cumstances, as the best practicable expe
dient.
“ Resolved, That the Republican Mem
bers of Congress from the State, be re
commended to endeavor to procure a no
mination of fit persons to fill the Offices
of President and Vice President of the
United States.
“ Resolved, That the proceedings of
this Meeting be signed by the Secretary
and Chairman, and be published.”
LINN BANKS, Chairman.
% WM. MUNFORD, Secretary.
VIRGINIA LEGISLATURE.
I We find very little worth recording in
the report of the proceedings of this body
for the last week.
( James Robertson, jr. has been re-elect
pd by the Legislature, Register of the
od Office, and James K. Heath Audi
of Public Accounts.
f Wednesday, Ja?i. 7.—on motion of Mr.
Harvie, of R. it was
Resolved, That the committee to exa
mine the militia laws be instructed to in
quire into the expediency of creating a
board of officers to revise the militia laws
of this commonwealth, and prepare a plan
for the discipline of the militia, to be sub
mitted to the next general assembly, with
leave, 8cc.
On Thursday last, Charity Lodge, at Ilarpers
Ferry, was dedicated, agreeably to notice given.
A large number of the brethren of neighboring
lodges attended, and, at 12 o’clock, a procession
was formed, consisting of 120 members, which
moved to the place of worship selected, where an
appropriate discourse was delivered by the Rev.
GEORGE REED, explanatory of the principles of
the order, and defending it ag-ainst the cavils and
objections of those who condemn it without the
means of forming a correct opinion.
The day was unusually fine for the season, and a
larger assemblage of citizens and strangers appear
ed than has ever been witnessed at this place. The
utmost regularity and decorum prevailed through
out, and the expressions of satisfaction with the
events of the day were warm and general. It may
be safely said that the effect, of the celebration was
both cheering and useful. The prejudices of many
(who had acquired their opinions of the institution
from the vulgar superstitions of contracted minds,)
were entirely removed, and their understandings
prepared to examine with that liberality and candor
which are essential to the formation of a correct
judgment.
After the ceremonies were over, the brethren
retired, to partake of an excellent repast prepared
by brother J. R. Thomas for the occasion.
At a subsequent meeting-, the Lodge adopted
the following- resolutions, which were ordered to
be published:
Resolved, That the thanks of this Lodge be pre
sented to the Rev. Brother George Reed, for his
excellent illustration of the principles of masonry,
as founded upon the precepts of morality and reli
gion.
Resolved,That the thanks of this Lodge be pre
sented to Brothers Cyrus Carey, Otho H. Williams,
and John Seevers, and the deputation of the Grand
Lodge, for their efficient aid during the ceremony
of consecration and dedication, and for their uni
formly zealous efforts to promote the welfare and
increase the respectability and usefulness of the
craft.
R esolved, That the members of this Lodge have
viewed, with the hightest satisfaction, the correct
deportment and attention of the Brethren who visi
ted them on the 8th inst. and tender them this re
newed assurance of then-good wishes for their pros
perity and happiness.
LEESBURG, JANUARY 6.
MASONIC FESTIVAL.—On Saturday,the 27th
ult. the anniversary of St. John the Evangelist, was
celebrated by the lodge in this place and a few of
the fraternity from our sister lodges. Procession
was formed at 12 o’clock, agreeably to masonic
custom, under the direction of brother Samuel M.
Edwards, and moved to the Methodist Meeting
House, escorted by the Leesburg Union Band;
where, after singing an appropriate ode, written
for the occasion, the throne of grace was address
ed by the Rev. Mr. Burch, in an able, fervent, and
truly pious prayer, embracing those broad princi
ples of charity and benevolence so peculiarly grate
ful to the mason’s heart—extending to the whole
family of man, and urging all to walk agreeably to
the plumb line of rectitude and morality—to live
virtuous and sober lives—and not only to walk in
the paths of temperance, morality, and virtue, but
to become eminently pious and devoted Christians.
A masonic psalm was then sung by the choir; af
ter which brother James Mdlhany delivered an
eloquent, chaste, and classic oration, abounding
with masonic allusion—explaining the nature and
principles of the order—elucidating its origin and
history, and meeting many of the errors and pre
judices that exist against it; most of which are
based upon the fact that unworthy and undeserv
ing- members are found within the temple. He
adverted to other institutions, and to the fallability
of human nature generally, to prove that no human
institution ever did, or ever can exist, however pure
its principles, however guarded or vigilant its sen
tinels, without being exposed to the inroads of vice
and corruption, which, by nature, lurk unseen in
the human heart. It is not necessary to dwell upon
the merits of this address, as it is hoped the author
will yield to the unanimous wishes of his brethren,
and submit it for publication.
At the conclusion of the oration, the Rev. Mr.
Burch, in a short address, expressed his high satis
faction with the sentiments therein contained, and
the professed principles of the order generally; and,
with that candour and independence which do ho
nour to his head and heart, he feelingly avowed
his early partiality for the institution; asserting at
the same time, that he believed himself and about
two hundred protestants, indebted for their lives to
an intrepid and liberal band of masons. This was in
that devoted island where genius brightens as op
pressions rise, and at that eventful period when the
iron hand of catholic persecution was bearing down
all who endeavoured to think, speak, and act for
themselves—when pure and undented religion was
persecuted with worse than Turkish cruelty—when
the devoted followers of the Lamb were doomed
to martyrdom, torture, and death. It was then that
the watchful eye of masonic vigilance, and the libe
ral arm of masonic valour, were interposed to shield
the innocent and unprotected from tyrannic cruelty
and oppression.
A masonic anthem was then sung by the choir,
the throne of grace again addressed by the Rev. Mr.
Burch, and the ceremonies in church concluded
by singing the Christian doxology.
HAGERSTOWN, DEC. 30.
Celebration of St. John’s Day.
Saturday last, being the anniversary of
St. John the Evangelist, was celebrated,
in Boonsborough, by Ureka Lodge, No.
69, assisted by a number of the brethren
of adjoining Lodges. On the occasion
the Rev. Mr. Kurtz preached a very ap
propriate and impressive sermon, dis
tinguished alike for Christian liberality
and a close acquaintance with the princi
ples of the order ; and Dr. George TV.
Boerstler, Master of Ureka Lodge, deli
vered a forcible and classic address, ex
planatory of the object of the celebration,
and in vindication of the institution
against the aspersions of prejudice and
ignorance. The concourse of spectators
was perhaps as great as any before wit
nessed in that place ; and the ceremonies
of the day passed off without the occur
rence of any incident tending to mar the
general satisfaction which the occasion
was calculated to afford.—[Torch Light.
MARRIED,
Last evening, by Rev. Mr. Reynolds
Mr. Alexander Butler to Miss Mary
Griggs, daughter of Mr. John Griggs,
sen. all of this county.
DIED,
On Saturday the 3d inst. of a severe and protract
ed illness, the'Rev. GEORGE W. SNYDER, aged
69, Principal of the Leesburg Academy, and for
merly of this place.
NOTICE.
PERSONS holding subscription lists for “THE
GARLAND,” to be published at this office,
will confer a favor by returning the names of sub
scribers immediately, as arrangements are making
to issue the first number at an early day. Addi
tional patronage is respectfully solicited.
Free Press Office, Jan. 14, 1824.
New Goods, Cheap for Cash !
THE subscriber is now opening for sale, an as
sortment of Cloths, from 371-2 cents to $10 50
per yard—Cassinets, drabs, (blue and mixed,) from
50 cents to $1 25—domestic plaids, check's, shirt
ing’s and sheetings, French calicoes, Circassian
plaid, cassimere shawls, rose blankets, ready made
clothing, flannels, baizes, ginghams, cambrick and
book muslin, cotton yarn, candle wick, jackonet &
fancy cravats, cotton and silk flag handkerchiefs,
cotton and silk umbrellas, Cox’s best hats, a supe
rior assortment of shoes,
Tin, brown, and > T1J k Til?
crockery 3 * ’ J a..O a i^
A general assortment of
GROCERIES,
Together with the following choice FRUITS, viz r
Cocoa Nuts, Oranges, Figs, Raisins, soft
shell Almonds.
ALSO—Cod Fish, Lady Peas,
(a new article.)
Good Coffee, at 25 cents per lb.
Do. Sugar, at 10 cents.
Purchasers are invited to call. S. K. WHITE.
Harpers-Ferry, Jan. 14, 1824.
KERNAN § WILKINSON,
TAILORS,
RESPECTFULLY inform the inhabi
tants of Harpers-Ferry, and its vi
cinity, that they have commenced busi
ness in the room lately occupied by Mr.
Weed as a counting-room, and adjoining
Mr. Graham’s ware-house, where they
will thankfully receive a liberal share of
the public patronage. Their terms will
be moderate and suited to the times, and
all work entrusted to them shall be execu
ted with fidelity and despatch.
Jan. 14, 1824.
PUBLIC SALE.
WILL be sold, at the subscriber’s
residence on Bull Skin, near Dan3!
M’Pherson’s, on Tuesday the 27th inst.
the following articles, viz: Horses* fat
Cattle, fresh milch Cows, Hogs, Sheep,
two Wagons, one Cart, Farming Utensils,
of every description, a large quantity of
Hay, one hundred barrels of Corn, Beds
and Bedding, Feathers, liousehold and
Kitchen Furniture—a great many Geese,
and a quantity of Potatoes and Turnips.
The terms will be, cash for all sums un
der Fire Dollars, and on all over that
.amount, a credit of Nine Months will be
given. Notes with approved security will
be required. JOHN ALLSTADT.
Jan. 14, 1824._
PATENT VEST! MENTAL,
AND
Imperial Renovator.
THE above composition, so justly
celebrated in Europe, the former
for its very superior qualities in extract
ing grease, or soil of any kind, from Gen
tlemen’s clothing, and woollen cloth of
every description, be the same occasion
ed by the hair of the head on the collar
of a coat, Sec. or by any other kind of
grease, oil, paint, tar, Sec. restoring the
same, in a few minutes, to its former ap
pearance uninjured: And the latter, for
its superior qualities in extracting all
manner of spots or stains caused by
grease, oil, or bad handling, from all
kinds of silks, satins, merinos, Canton
crapes, bombazines, fine woollen cloths
and ladies’ dresses of every description,
restoring the same,let the quality and co
lour be whatever it may, to its former
condition and colour, without doing the
least injury to either, has been, within
these last few years, perfectly establish
ed in the principal cities and towns of
the United States, and is now most res
pectfully offered for sale, for a few days
only, by the Manufacturer, at Mr. Tho
mas’ Flotel.
It is requested, that any Lady or Gen
tleman, who entertains any doubt of the
superior excellence of the above compo
sition,will send or bring any of their gar
ments damaged or stained as above de
scribed, for trial, and the same will be
removed in their presence, in a few min
utes’ time, gratis ; and the most satisfac
tory proof given that the practice so fre
quently resorted to (especially by ladies)
of sending fine dresses, on account of such
stains, to the dyers, to be dyed, may, in
all such cases, be dispensed with.
JOSEPH TRENCH,
Jan. 14, 1824. Manufacturer.
GOLDEN FISHING.
A LTHOUGH the season for the old
il. fashioned amusement of catching
fish is now over, yet at
FORTUNE’S HOME,
No. 32, Market street, near the Centre Market,
There may be found a different kind of
fishing ground, where fish of most valua
ble quality abound. As they are Golden
Fish, they will bite at no bait except cash..
Various kinds of hooks may be had by
applying at
(As above,)
At different prices, from Si 87§to Si5.
With these hooks, those who are good in
fishing luck may catch golden fish of vari
ous value,from §12 to the splendid sum of
One Hundred Thousand Dollars.
Some of the fish are estimated at the
following brilliant prices, viz :
§20,000, 10,000, 5,000, 1,000, 8cc. All
these, together with smaller fish, worth
100’s 50’s, Sec. are now swimming in the
fish pond, called the wheel of fortune, un
der the direction of the state of Maryland
and lottery commissioners, and will bile
at hooks, such as those sold at Conine’s,
having the proper bait.
Remember, that in former fishing sea
sons, W. C. Conine has furnished his
friends with hooks, which have caught
fish worth §40,000, §25,000, and many
5000’s, 1000’s, See.—he expects to be
equally successful in the present instance.
gCJ^The next fishing days are on the
21st and 22d inst. when it is advisable
that all who mean to try their luck in this
fishing pond, should provide themselves
with baited hooks, by applying as above.
N. B. All orders promptly obeyed, and
the earliest information given of success.
January 14, 1824.
CAUTION.
THE public are cautioned against tak
ing an assignment of two notes of
hand, given by me to Johnson Garrett,
dated January 2d, 1824, for twelve dollars
and fifty cents each, as I have received
no value therefor, aad will not pay them,
unless compelled by law.
WILLIAM MORRISON.
Jan. 14, 1824.
TO THE PUBLIC.
HAYING stepped into the printing- office, lob
served that William B. Morrison had advertis
ed two notes which I hold on him, in answer to
which I will give a few of the particulars.
Morrison came to me in the shop, where I was
at work, and asked me if I had any thing to trade,
I inquired of him what kind of a horse he wanted?
He said, a good wagon horse. I told him mine
would not suit him ; but, after talking some time,
said I would shew him my horse, and he might
judge for himself. He went and looked at the
horse, and asked me how I would trade. I told him
1 must have ten dollars to boot; he said he thought
his horse was worth the most money, and asked me
horv old mine was. I told him I called him seven
last spring, and he might call him what he pleased.
He went off, and I went to my dinner. He request
ed me to call at Mr. Thomas’ tavern after dinner,
which I did, and there we renewed the conversation.
I still told him that I must have ten dollars, if we ex
changed, as I did not think his horse sound; he
said he believed him to be sound. I asked him
if his horse had not the#stringhalt, and he said
no. I then told him, if he would give me ten dol
lars to boot he might take my horse home, and if
he did not find him to be a good horse he might
bring him back and get his own. He said that was
not the way in which he traded, that if he traded
at all it should be a trade to stand. He got on his
horse and started home, and I went about my busi
ness but shortly he returned, and said he would
like to have my horse, but he thought I was too
hard with him. I told him that my horse suited
me very well, and I did not wish to exchange him
for any other, except I could make something by
it; but, nevertheless, if he liked my horse better
than his own, he might go and take him, which he
did in the presence of two or three witnesses. I
took his horse and upon examination, found him to
be very badly string-halted, altho’ he said he was
sound, or denied that he was string-halted when I
asked him. However, I went to work, to make
the best I could of a bad bargain. I nicked him and
took great care of him, and. shewed him to the best
advantage. In the mean time, one of my neighbors
offered me one hundred and ten dollars for the
horse. I told him that the horse would not suit him,
and would not let him have the horse, (he being
no judge.) Here then comes Morrison. “How
are you?” said I; he coming up and shaking hands
—“ yes,” said he, “ you did put it to me nicely.”
“ How ?” said I. “Why that horse dont suit me.”
“Well,” said I, “did I not tell you so7” He re
plied, “I want my horse again.” I told him that I
had nicked him, and it would not do to take him
away and put him to service. He said he could not
go home without him, (his neighbors laughed at
him so.) Well, said I, you made the bargain before,
and 1 suppose you must make it again. He asked,
me what I would take and exchange again. I told
him twenty dollars; he said it was too much, and
I went away on business, and he followed me to ^
Mr. Cahill’s, and told me he would give me the ’
twenty dollars, but he had not the money. I told
him that I could not waste my time with him in
that way, to do and undo, and further, that he
(from present conduct) was void of honor, and that
I would not trust him. He then declared, upon his
honor, that he would pay me in ten days. An ac
quaintance sitting by, said that he would see it
paid, if he had as much property as would make
the money. I then asked Morrison it he had tbe
money at home, and he said no. I told hen that i
did not wish to be disappointed, and I had rather
have nothing more to do with him. He then said,
if I would give him thirty days, he would give me “
twenty-five dollars, and give me security. I told
him I would do it, and the above mentioned acquain
tance went his security. JOHNSON GARRETT.
January 14, 1823.
N. B. Mr. Morrison may look out for a visit from
an officer as soon his notes become due. J. G.
Almanacs for the year 1824,
For sale at this office.