Wait, Benjamin W. (Waitsfield) Died at Waitsfield on Friday last , General Benj. W. Wait, aged 85 years. The deceased was a distinguished veteran of the Revolution and the first settler of the town of Waitsfield, an eminent Patriot and humble Christian. His remains were deposited in the grave with Masonic honors on Sunday last. His body now lies entombed in the same mound of earth, where, with his own hands, was felled the first tree which commenced the settlement of the town. (Montpelier paper, 2 July, 1822). (noticed 7 July, 1822).
Wait, William & Co. (Windsor). Wanted a Strong, active BOY, about 14 years of age, to work at the Blacksmith business. None need apply unless well recommended. William Wait & Co., Windsor, 20 Aug., 1819.
Dutton, Nathaniel (Hartford). Administrator's Sale. Will be sold at public vendue by order of the Judge of Probate for the District of Hartford on Tuesday the 21st day of September next beginning at ten o'clock A.M. at the house of Benjamin Hatch in Hartford, all the personal property belonging to the estate of Nathaniel Dutton, late of said Hartford, which is not disposed of by private sale previous to that time. Said property consists of three Horses, one Cow, one Cooking Stove; one Brass Clock, one Chaise & Harness; one two-horse Wagon, and one single Sleigh, two Beds and Bedding, together with a variety of Farming Tools, Household Furniture, and Wearing Apparel. Those who have claims against said estate are requested to call, all the times and all are invited to come and buy if they please. 2nd James Tracy, Administrator, Hartford, 24 Aug., 1824.
Walker, William (Hartland) The New Jersey Colt... This celebrated Horse will stand for the use of Mares, from the 20th of May till the 20th of July next, at the following places, viz.: At the stable of Salmon Dutton Jun. in Cavendish on Mondays from 10 o'clock A. M. till Tuesday noon; At. G. Potwine's in Weathersfield on Tuesdays during the afternoon; At C. Buckley's in Weathersfield, Wednesdays. At F. & J. Pettes' in Windsor, Thursdays, and the remainder of the season at the stable of the subscriber in Hartland, County of Windsor, where he has stood fro two years past. At the very moderate price of five dollars the season, cash down, or six dollars, payable January 1st, 1823. This Horse was bred in the County of Sussex, in the State of New Jersey; was sired by the noted imported Horse called the Dorchester, and foaled by the elegant Mare owned by Colonel Levi Howell, called the Spread Eagle, both full blood, bright bays and real hunters. His color is a complete coal back without any white about him. He is sixteen and a half hands high, short jointed, low boned, with a short back, and combines all those qualities and characteristic marks which indicate strength and agility, as well as beauty and elegance. His stock is surpassed by none in America. One of his colts, at two years old, sold for $500, and at three years, $700 were offered for him and refused. Mr. Simon Smith, the former owner of said Horse, purchased tow of his Colts last fall and paid for them $50 each, at four months old. He has uniformly proved sure. It is presumed that he sired more Colts for two seasons past than any other Horse ever before sired in the County of Windsor; in that space of time, he covered 317 Mares. He drew the premium at the last Windsor County Cattle Show, and is said by the most competent judges to be the best model of perfection ever exhibited in a Horse in this part of the country. The price, for mares warranted to be with foal, is disposed of previous to the proper time of foaling, will be considered the same as for the season. Good pasturage provided for mare at a distance all necessary attendance rendered; and every favor gratefully acknowledged by the public's humble servant, William Walker, Hartland, Vt., 10 April, 1822.
Warner, William, Capt. (Leominster, Mass). Died at Leominter, Mass. on the 21st ult. [21 July, 1822], Capt. William Warner, aged 85, a veteran of the Revolution. He served two years as a private in the old French War, and five years and a half as Captain upon the Continental establishment in that of the Revolution. At the time of his death he had been a member of the church more than forty years. (noticed Monday, 19 Aug., 1832).
Watriss, Sylvanus, Capt. (Windsor). There was raised in the year 1822 by Captain Sylvanus Watriss of this village, two hundred and twenty-one Summer Squash from one seed. Each squash by actual count, contained on an average of 123 seeds. We place this to the credit of the fertile bank of our Connecticut River. Who among us would wish to exchange them for Mississippi swamps hissing forth snakes, alligators, pestilence and death? (noticed 20 Nov., 1823).
Weathersfield, Vt. List of Letters remaining in the Post office at Weathersfield, 1 April, 1918: Ebenezer Adams, Josiah Beckley, Nathaniel Blood, George Brown, Asahel Chilson, Edward Durrin, John Eaton, Isaac Eddy, Capt. Goodridge, Ebenezer Hatch, James Hildreth, Levi Hicks, Priscilla Ingals, William H. Masters, Zadock Parkhurst, Abner Philbrick, Abel Spafford, Reuben Squire, John Tuttle, Henry Tolle, Cyrus Whitney, Elias R. Williams, Oliver Wright (2). all of Weathersfield Charles Humpheys, P. M.
Weathersfield, Vt. The Meeting-house in Weathersfield was discovered to be on fire about 10 o'clock on Sunday evening, the 25th instant, and entirely consumed. It is supposed the fire was communicated by an incendiary. (noticed 2 April, 1821). (follow up in the next issue, a letter to the Editor from the Weathersfield Selectmen): "Sir, We have observed with deep regret that in your paper of Monday you attribute the destruction of the Meetinghouse in Weathersfield to the malignity of an incendiary. We ought to presume, perhaps, the communication to have been made from information received of some one whom you considered sufficiently informed about the fire to entitle him to receive your attention. However, if the paragraph which we feel as by some degree implicating the virtue of this town, was written at the request of any inhabitant of Weathersfield, we are sorry that we have among us a man so little included to reflection, as to have given rise even to a suspicion in the mind of any one that the cause by you assigned did, in reality, produce the sad effect referred to; and if it was inserted by you from hearing merely the suspicious fears of some melancholy wight, who believes in the through corruption of every heart but his own, we think you bound to contradict your statement, or to say the least to quality it very considerably. We state it, then, and without much fear of contradiction, as the deliberately formed opinion of probably most of the inhabitants of Weathersfield, and of all with whom we have conversed on the subject that the meeting house, or church, as we rather choose to call it, was destroyed, not by an incendiary, but by some accident occasioned by the stove, which has been used for a year or two past in the same. We might mention to confirm this belief, the placing of a wooden vessel immediately under the stove for the purpose (tis passing strange) of preventing the fire from falling upon the wooden floor -- though to be sure this vessel was filled with sand -- the habit of the ladies of the church and society, turning the coals of their footstoves into this wooden receiver, and leaving the same stoves after serve, in their pews, or in the porch of the church, as also, of the person appointed to take charge of the fire, covering the coals that happened to be found in this wooden box, with the sand and the same, as causes sufficiently adequate to the production of the effect, which we, at least the inhabitants of this town, so deeply lament. The public probably feel little interested in this question, and may smile at our attempt to attribute this even to any cause; but as a town, we consider ourselves so far concerned in the imputation fastened upon us by your communication of Monday last, that we think it a duty we owe ourselves thus far to trouble you and the readers of your paper. In our opinion, no thinking man in this town, can, with any degree of consideration, assign the same cause for this event which you have done; except it might be those who are always fond of giving to very action the worst motive and seeing in every accident a wonderful foreboding. And, finally, if anyone might be found who had ever expressed a wish that our church might be destroyed and who should, on that account, be indicted and brought to trial, it would be a sufficient and indeed, his complete defense, to prove the existence of such facts as we have mentioned, as the probably cause of the loss of our church, some, or all of which, were the real occasions of said destruction, in the opinion of a great majority of the town of WEATHERSFIELD (noticed 9 April, 1821).
Webster, Polly (Springfield). Died in Springfield on the 21st ultimo, [21 Feb. 1823], Mrs. Polly Webster, wife of Doct. Jonathan Webster, aged 37 years. She has left her husband to mourn the early loss of a kind, tender, and affectionate companion the partner of all his joys and sorrows. In her society has lost one of its brightest ornaments and religion one of its practical votaries. Those only who were intimately acquainted with her can duly appreciate her worth. (printers in Worcester, Mass. are requested to insert his death). (noticed 1 March, 1823)
Weed, Lyman (St. Albans, Vt.). Died in St. Albans on the 5th of June, 1819, of hydrophobia [Rabies probably] the only son of Mr. Lyman Weed, aged 12 years. The circumstances of this case were briefly as follows. The boy was bitten about 8 months before the attack of the disease by a cat which was supposed to be mad. Through the hurry and alarm of the moment, the cat was killed, consequently the family were left in some doubt whether the animal was really affected with the hydrophobia or not - the wound in the boy's hand healing rapidly, and the time having passed by when they expected the poison would take effect, thereby the parents were left in a state of false security until the terrific approach of this fatal complaint; and even then their fears were so little alarmed as to delay applying for medical assistance until the third day. The symptoms of the disorder were pretty uniform, through the whole course of the complaint, excepting they were aggravated in proportion to the nearness of its approach to its end. The patient complained first of pain in the hand which had been bitten, which sensation was soon conveyed to the arm, shoulder, and side of the neck; also there was acute pain felt in the external part of the ear. This was shortly followed by a difficulty of swallowing liquids, though the inside of the throat appeared not much inflamed. His hand and arm were slightly swollen and tender to the touch, yet the scar of the bite showed no other marks of inflammation, than appeared in other parts of the hand. He would sometimes call for water, but on presenting the cup to his lips he would cry and appear to be prevented in gratifying his thirst by the severe spasms produced in his throat. At such times his respirations were greatly hurried, attended with rapid and successive catching of his breath. These effects were something similar to those produced from the application of extreme cold water to the surface of the body. After several fruitless attempts, he would sometimes swallow, but never without being attended with apparent suffocation. The patient was constantly exercised with indescribable distress and appeared very restless; he would sometimes cry and appear rather frantic, and was continually changing positions, other times would smile and manifest a kind of shyness; he slept but little and seldom talked. His paroxysms of distress were mostly in the afternoon and during the night when he was attended with the most frantic delirium. During these fits, towards the close of the disorder, he showed some disposition to commit injury, would seize the bed clothes with his teeth and once directed the attendants to stand back or he should bite them. He sometimes had intervals of reason and these were the only times when he could swallow liquid. When compelled to drink ,the mere sight of the cup produced the most extreme agony and called forth the whole powers of his body in his own defense. As long as his strength held out, he kept his head and limbs constantly in motion; he was almost incessantly throwing out his tongue as if he were attempting to clear his mouth of his viscid saliva; this near the close of the disease, assumed a frothy consistence. Occasionally he made the most hideous noises and although the idea appears ludicrous, seemed to imitate the noise of cats - he sometimes spoke relative to the cat's biting him and appeared terrified. In this deplorable condition, he continued until the 8th day and sank under the pressure of his misery. (noticed 20 July, 1819).
Weeks, John, Esq. (Greenland, NH). Died at Greenland, NH on the 11th instant, John Weeks, Esq., a highly valued and respectable citizen, aged 64. The circumstances attending the death of Mr. Weeks, we understand, are as follows: He had been laboring on his farm the day previous with Daniel Hodgkin, a man about 50, who had lived in his family thirteen years. On going home at sunset, Mr. Weeks directed Hodgkin to fodder the cattle, and he obeyed without hesitation. On returning to the house, [a line is lost here on the paper] -- kept, which he had previously loaded, and entered the sitting room of Mr. Weeks saying, "Now Deacon, I am going to kill you." Mr. Weeks retreated to another apartment, and the door and held it by the latch. Hodgkin then discharged the musket through the door and the ball entering the left side passed through the abdomen and lodged in his right side and he fell mortally wounded. Medical aid was called as soon as it could be obtained. He languished in great distress, till near four o'clock on Wednesday morning when he deceased without a groan or a struggle. There had not been the slightest misunderstanding between Mr. Weeks and Hodgkin, who, it is supposed, perpetrated the deed in a temporary fit of delirium, to which it is said he was subject, but was considered by he family harmless. An inquest was held the following day by Mr. Coroner Clark. The verdict of the jury was 'willful murder' by Hodgkin, who is committed to prison to await his trial (noticed 30 April, 1821).
Welch, Samuel (Bow, NH). Death of Father Welch. At Bow, NH on Saturday, the 5th of April, died the venerable Samuel Welch, the oldest person in New Hampshire at the age of one hundred and twelve years and seven months. He was born at Kingston in this state [NH] 1 Sept., 1710, O. S. His grandfather, Philip Welch was a native of England and one of the first settlers of Ipswich, Massachusetts. His father, Samuel Welch settled early at Kingston and lived to between 80 and 90 years of age. His mother lived nearly a century; a sister till about 100 years, and a brother till more than 90 years of age. Mr. Welch spent the early years of his life on the paternal farm, afterwards removed to Pembroke, purchased a small tract of land and settled upon it. About fifty years since he removed to Bow where he steadily cultivated his little farm till the winter of age was gathering around him and the infirmities of a second childhood warned him of approaching dissolution. It was not, however, till a hundred summers had passed that he was compelled to abstain from labor. Mr. Welch had through life been a man of industry and a lover of retirement. The dangers of Indian warfare had never disturbed him, though the savages for many years lurked in the vicinity. No accident of evil appears to have ever befallen him - his long life has been an even tenor of quiet industry and comfort, unmarked by those vicissitudes which distinguish the history of many of our aged people. The grand secret of his extraordinary health seems to have been his uniform temperance, which with a single exception, secured to him through life a sound constitution and an entire exemption from disease. Till within a very short time his mental powers were little impaired and he could converse with freedom and propriety. With the years long passed he was most familiar; and would relate with ease circumstances that occurred half a century ago while with recent events and the present race of men he was little acquainted. For the last few years he has had many visitors, the young and thoughtless, to behold the patriarch of a century and an eighth - the old to commune with a man to whom they too appeared as youths - his appearance was truly venerable. Time had made deep inroads upon his frame; his locks had been touched by the silvery wand; his eyes originally dark and brilliant, gave evidence of decaying lustre; while his countenance wrinkled with years and his frame tottering and feeble, could not but deeply impress the beholder. He spoke of life as one weary of its burdens and wished 'to be away.' His death corresponded with his life - it was calm and tranquil. And we trust he has gone to taste the rewards of a life spent in quiet virtue and unambiguous goodness. Mr. Welch was the oldest native citizen of New Hampshire. Others, however, have died here at a greater age, viz. Mr. Lovewell of Dunstable (father to Col. Zaccheus Lovewell mentioned in Belknap's NH Vol. 2 pg. 233), aged 120; William Perkins of New Market, who died in 1732, aged 116 years; and Robert Maclin of Wakefield, who died in 1732, aged 115 years. It may be mentioned in favor of the general salubrity of our climate, that within a century about a hundred persons have lived in new Hampshire to the age of a century and upwards. We doubt whether any other state in the Union can present to many instances of longevity. (noticed Monday, 5 May, 1823.).
Weld, Samuel (Hartford). Stray Horses. Came into the enclosure of the subscriber, on the 19th instant, a bay or brown HORSE, 3 or 4 years old - has one white hind foot; shod on all his feet save one. Also on the 21st instant a bay or sorrel Horse, 4 or 5 years old, shod forward. The owners may have them by proving property and paying charges of their keep. Samuel Weld, Hartford, 21 May, 1820.
Wetherbee, David (Weathersfield). Broke into my enclosure on the 3d instant, a small bright bay HORSE, dark mane and tail, about six years old. The owner is requested to call and take said HORSE, and pay all charges - David Wetherbee, Weathersfield, 20 Aug., 1819
Whipple, Abraham, Commodore (RI). Died at Marietta, Ohio, Commodore Abraham Whipple, aged 86 years, a native of Rhode Island. His philanthropic and humane attention to the sufferings of his captured seamen, whom he spontaneously relieved from his private purse, reflects more lusture on his character than the circumstances of his being the man who fired the first shot on the water in defiance of the British flag, which he ventured to do, on the 25th of June, 1775, at a time when no other man in the Colony would undertake the hazardous business, lest he should be destined to the threatened cord. (noticed 3 July, 1819).
Whipple, Anson (Walpole, NH). Died at Cincinnati, Ohio on the 11th of May, 1819, Mr. Anson Whipple, aged about 31 years, formerly of Walpole, NH.
Whitcomb, Carter (Rockingham). The woolen Manufactory of Mr. Carter Whitcomb of Rockingham was destroyed by fire on the morning of the 10th of December instant, together with most of the machinery attached to the same (noticed 18 Dec., 1823).
White River Turnpike. The proprietors of White River Turnpike, are hereby notified that their annual meeting will be holden o the first Thursday of March next at 1 o'clock P. M. at John Downers, in Sharon; then to choose a Moderator to govern said meeting, and to choose all their necessary officers to perform the business of the Corporation for the year ensuing, and do any other business necessary to be done when met. Abel Camp, Clerk, Hartford, 3 Feb., 1820.
White, Henry (Windsor). Information Wanted. Left the house of the subscriber on the evening of the 15th instant, a BOY named Addison Vose, supposed to be partially deranged about 19 years old, has lost the sight of his left eye under which is a scar; short built, think set and rather a clumsy walker, had on when he went away a light colored frock, dark vest and pantaloons and wool hat. Any information of him forwarded to the subscriber will be thankfully received and relive the anxiety of his friends. Henry White, Windsor, 15 April, 1824.
Whitlock, Samuel (Castleton). Distressing Event. We learn from Castleton that in burning a coal pit last week, Mr. Samuel Whitlock and his son undertook to attend it through the night and as usual, encamped in a shanty near the pit. By some cause or other (probably the wind), the fire was communicated to the straw in the tent, while they were both asleep and the young man fell a victim to the fire. The father was very badly burnt, but we are happy to learn is fast recovering. (noticed 19 Dec., 1820).
Whitmore, Norman (Weathersfield). For Sale. A small farm in Weathersfield, containing twelve or fourteen acres of land together with a Clothier's Shop, and Tools. Also a saw mill thereon, to be sold as cheap as any stand in the county of Windsor, Norman Whitmore, Weathersfield, 31 May, 1819.
Whittelsey, Newton (Cornish, NH). Paper-Mill for sale: The subscriber, as agent for the Trustees of Union Academy, offers for sale the Paper Mill situated in Bradford, Orange County, Vermont, formerly owned by Billings & Kimball. On account of the superior quality of the water and the communication of the water privilege, this is considered one of the best stands for the paper making business in this part of the country. It will be sold on very reasonable terms. The security being good, and the interest being annually paid, the time of payment of the principal may be extended to suit the purchaser. Immediate possession will be given and as some repairs are necessary before the works can be put in operation, any person inclined to purchase will find it for his interest to give the subject immediate attention. The terms of sale may be known by application to Moses Chase, Esq., Bradford, Vt., or to the subscriber in Cornish, NH. Newton Whittelsey, Agent for Trustees, Cornish, 10 July, 1822. (noticed Monday, 15 July, 1822).
Wickwire, Joseph, Capt. (Bennington). Died in Bennington on the 2nd of June, 1822, Capt. Joseph Wickwire, a hero of the Revolution, in the 88th year of his age (Noticed Monday, 17 June, 1822).
Wilcox, Lucinda, Mrs. (Surry, NH). Died on Wednesday evening, the 27th of March, 1822, Mrs. Lucinda, wife of Capt. Asa Wilcox, of consumption, aged 36 years (noticed Monday, 15 April, 1822).
Wilcox, Robert, Captain (Lebanon, Conn.). Died at Lebanon, Conn. on the 12th of April, 1822, Captain Robert Wilcox, a native of Newport, RI, aged 71 years Capt.. Wilcox was one of the few remaining heroes of the Revolution. During the whole war he was in the public or private ships of the United States (except when a prisoner). He was with the celebrated Paul Jones during the whole of his Naval career. In the contest between the Bon Homme Richard, and Seraphis (British) frigate, when it was found necessary to board the Seraphis or sink, Capt. Wilcox (then gunner of the ship) was the first man who boarded the Seraphis . The Seraphis was the first English frigate ever taken by the Americans and perhaps no battle at sea was ever more furious and desperate as the Bon Homme Richard, sunk immediately after the capture of the Seraphis, and even before all the wounded men could be removed from her. Capt. Wilcox was, afterwards, taken a prisoner in the English Channel, and, as his character for extreme bravery, nautical skill and zeal in his Country's cause, was well known to the English, they refused to exchange him; he was closely confined in the Fortune Prison for upwards of two years, where he was treated with great severity and from whence he effected his escape by artifice and got over to France. He again entered into the Naval service and in the course o the War was engaged in fourteen Naval actions. For few years past, Capt. Wilcox was affected with the palsy in his right side; his right arm was entirely useless. In this situation he applied for a pension (which he never received) and when directed by the clerk of the court to hold up his right hand, he replied, "If I could hold up my right hand, I would never ask a pension." He always claimed that his Country was his debtor, and used to say that to such men as he was, his Country owed its independence. Few men of the Revolution, in his situation, did or could do more, to secure the blessings of independence, and few received less of its favor. (noticed Monday, 13 May, 1822).
Wilcox, Uriah (Newport, NH). Died at Newport, 18 March, 1822, Uriah Wilcox, Esq., aged 73. He was one of the first inhabitants of the town in which he was highly esteemed. He enjoyed the confidence of the people by whom he was frequently called to act in public life. This confidence he never betrayed. Actuated by motives most honorable and virtuous, he discharged the duties both of public and private life to the satisfaction of those who judged correctly and impartially and spoke the feeling of the heart. N. H. Patriot (noticed 30 March, 1822)
Wilder, Benjamin (Plymouth). Whereas my son, Dustin Wilder, has left my house and refuses to return, I hereby forbid all persons harboring or trusting my said son on my account, as I shall pay no debts of his contracting after this date. Benjamin Wilder, Plymouth, 20 Nov., 1821.
Willard, Catherine (Langdon, NH). Died in Langdon, NH on the 28th ultimo [28 May, 1824], Mrs. Catherine Willard, wife of Captain Jonathan Willard, aged 70 years, daughter of Capt. Phinehas Stevens, the first settler and defender of Charlestown, NH. (noticed 7 June, 1824)
Willard, Mr. (Hartland). Died at Hartland, Vt. Mr. Willard, aged about 35. His death was occasion by the kick of a horse (noticed 21 June, 1819).
Williams, Darius (Plainfield, NH). Notice. The subscriber, administrator of the goods and estate which were of Darius Williams, late of Plainfield in said county, deceased, hereby gives notice that he shall exhibit his account of administration on said estate for settlement and allowances at a Probate Court to be holden at Charlestown on the 2nd day of May next... Benjamin Freeman, Plainfield, 10 April, 1821.
Williams, Phinehas, Capt. (Woodstock). He died in Woodstock at the age of 86 years. he was one of the early settlers of that town and has ever maintained the character of a respectable and worthy citizen. (noticed 13 Jan., 1821).
Willis, Elijah (Plymouth). Recollect. All persons are hereby forbid harboring or trusting John Willis on my account, as I shall pay no debts of his contracting after this date. Elijah Willis, Guardian, 1 Jan., 1819.
Willis, John (Windsor). All Hands Ahoy! All persons indebted to the subscriber are notified that payment must be made by the first of January next, no exceptions. John Willis, Windsor, 5 Sept., 1823.
Winchester, Salmon (Strafford, Vt.). Died at Strafford on the 9th of April, 1821, Mr. Salmon Winchester, Minister of the Gospel in the Methodist Episcopal Church, in the 37th year of his age (noticed 16 April, 1821).
Windsor Academy (Windsor) The inhabitants of Windsor and its vicinity are respectfully informed that the Academy in this place, lately under the direction of Mr. R. G. Parker is this day reopened under the guidance of Mr. A. E. Watson from Boston, who will endeavor by the strictest attention to the deportment and improvement of his pupils to merit the patronage of the public and continue that celebrity which the Academy acquired while under the charge of its former Instructor. Parents desirous of sending their children are requested to give in their names as soon as convenient as the classes will be immediately formed. Terms of Tuition. Reading, Spelling, Geography, Grammar, Writing, Arithmetic, Four Dollars per quarter; In addition to the above, Logic, Rhetoric, History, Natural Philosophy, Astronomy Composition, Latin and Greek, &c. Five Dollars Per quarter. 15 Sept., 1823.
Windsor County Bible Society (Windsor). Notice. The members of the Windsor County Bible Society are hereby notified that their annual meeting will be holden at the South Meeting House in the East Parish of Windsor on Thursday the 31st day of August instant, at one o'clock in the afternoon. A sermon is expected from the Rev. Mr. Converse of Weathersfield. A general attendance of the members and of all those friendly to the great and important objects of the society, is particularly requested. Job Lyman, Sec'ry. 14 Aug., 1820.
Windsor County Chancery Court (Woodstock). March 9. The following convictions have been had before the County Court which commenced its session last week in this place and the criminals have been sentenced respectively to the States' Prison as follows: Nelson Douglas for larceny, 2 years; Jonas Robinson for larceny; 3 years; George Shepherd for larceny; 4 years. Shepherd is an old offender, and has served one apprenticeship in the State's Prison heretofore. He is mulatto. (noticed Monday, 15 March, 1824).
Windsor County Freshet Distressing Freshet. One of the most sudden and destructive freshets ever known in this vicinity at this season occurred on Wednesday night last [11 Feb., 1824]. On Tuesday, towards evening, the weather became hazy and a gradual thaw commenced which continued with occasional light showers until Wednesday evening when the water fell in torrents and so continued the greater part of the night. As the thaws in January and the succeeding cold had formed a bed of solid ice under the light snow which had since fallen, there was little to absorb the water and it found its way immediately into the smaller streams and rivulets which rose with unprecedented rapidity and soon broke their ice bound fetters and with increasing impetuosity, rushed to swell the flood which was preparing to exhibit its more grand and terrific power in the channel of the Connecticut River. At about 12 o'clock on Wednesday night the ice in the river was broken up and the waters continued to rise until the following morning when they had attained a height of about 15 feet above the level of the preceding day. The river at this time exhibited an imposing spectacle bearing along with its icy crown immense quantities of lumber, fragments of bridges, logs, and in some instances, whole rafts of boards and shingles. We have, as yet, obtained but little account of the damage abroad, having an effectual non-intercourse imposed upon us by the destruction of bridges in every direction around us. The principal part of the eastern arch of the Cornish bridge across Connecticut River opposite this village was carried away early in the morning and we learn that the bridges across the same stream at Charlestown, Walpole, Westmoreland and Brattleboro, have been wholly swept away. The bridge at the lower end of our village, across Mill brook, has shared the same fate and the dam at Mr. Hubbards' Woolen Factory a little above it has sustained some injury. A small bridge near Hartland village was also carried off and part of a new Woolen Factory situated a little below on the same stream occupied by Mr. Sturtevant, together with a considerable amount in machinery is destroyed. The two lower bridges across Quechee River were carried away and the bridge at White River village is damaged to the amount of 400 or 500 dollars. White's Woolen Factory on the Black River in Cavendish is also swept off and we understand that all the bridges except two in Springfield, and all the mill dams, except one from that to the mouth of the river shared the same fate. All the bridges across White's and Saxton's Rivers in Rockingham are carried away Not only the loss of property but the damage arising from the inconvenience of such a universal destruction of bridges at this busy season is greater in this vicinity than was ever before occasioned by a freshet. The bustle of business which was exhibited in our streets has been suddenly arrested and it will be a considerable time before we can look for the return of its usual activity. The stages which were all on the other side of the river have not yet been able to make the usual route on this side and but tow of the mails have been obtained at some risk by crossing in boats. (noticed Monday, 16 Feb., 1824). follow up . The late freshet appears to have not only very extensive but most destructive. Along the seacoast at the east and south, it is said to have blown a gale nearly as violent as that of 1815, but owing to the state of the tide, little damage was done to the shipping. In Boston the roof of a store 708 feet long and 24 feet wide was blown into the dock and at Haverhill, Mass., the alarm was so great that the inhabitants fled for refuge from their own homes to the meeting house where their terror was increased by several of the windows blowing in. In addition to what we gave last week, we have learned the destruction of the bridge at Northampton over the Connecticut. All the bridges over the Ompomponoostuck in Norwich and Thetford; all the bridges on Wells River in Bradford; together with a blacksmith's shop, dams, &c. Also, seven bridges on Onion River. The dam at the mills of Mr. Abijah Burbank in Sharon; two or three bridges across Quechee in Bridgewater, and most of Southgates' mill dam. On the Merrimack, Hookset bridge, one of the piers carried off, outer piers injured but still passable; Concord lower bridge two stone piers and part of the body of the bridge carried off. Concord upper bridge, one wooden pier and about two-thirds of the body carried away; Canterbury bridge, Republican bridge at Salisbury, and Smith's at New Hampton all the bridges on Great Ammonoosuk, with dams &c. In fact, there appears to have been but few bridges spared on this side of the mountains in Vermont, or in New Hampshire. Although there are accounts of many 'hair breadth 'scapes,' we have heard of no lives being lost excepting the report that five men and several horses were drowned in Lake Champlain in consequence of the breaking up of the ice while they were endeavoring to pass which, however, is not credited. Mr. Witherell of Hartland, in attempting to reach his manufactory about 2 o'clock on Thursday morning was surrounded by water in such a manner as to prove his retreat and he remained for nearly an hour in imminent danger of being the next moment swept down the current. He was only enabled to extricate himself by a rope, one end of which was made fast on shore, and the other thrown to him which he tied round his body and thereby drew himself in land. We understand his loss of property is considerable. Mr. John M. Gove of Whitefield, NH, very narrowly escaped being drowned. On Wednesday evening about six o'clock he attempted to cross at what is called the Wild Ammonoostuck Bridge with a loaded sleigh drawn by two horses. The stream was there running very swift and Mr. Gove being unaware of the depth of the water in the road, drove through it with his sleigh, which was immediately carried by the current down the stream, dragging him along with it; his foot entangled within the reins about ten rods, when he came in contact with a tree, which stopped his course and enabled him to extricate himself and get on dry land. His horses, together with the sleigh and its contents, were carried down by the current and were not found until the day after when they were discovered about twenty rods below, having been stopped by a fallen tree. The horses were dead. (noticed 23 Feb., 1824).
Windsor Female Academy (A) (Windsor). Is again open for the reception of pupils in all the various branches usually taught in this institution. It is now the sixth year since its first commencement; and, for the very liberal patronage and support afforded, the Principal respectfully tenders his friends and the public his most grateful acknowledgments. For the late liberal vote of this School District, so honorable to its character, to relinquish their rent claims for the use of their building, Mr. J. Dunham, in order to relieve still further the District School, proposes to receive, at half price, (3 dollars per quarter) a class of young pupils to be under his own immediate instruction in Reading, Writing, Geography, and Grammar. And if any apply who are unable to pay, they will be admitted gratis. Dr. Locke, as assistant, will continue his course of instruction in the Academy in Chemistry, Natural Philosophy, Botany, &c. He has a valuable Chemical and Philosophical Apparatus, for illustrating experimentally, the principles of these sciences. He also gives lessons in oil painting. Windsor, 1 Dec., 1820
Windsor Female Academy (B) Notice. Circumstances have determined the subscriber to continue his FEMALE ACADEMY in this place, under his own immediate instruction, till the first of September next. In the meantime, the patronage of his friends and of the public is respectfully solicited, with a grateful acknowledgment for past favors. J. Dunham Windsor, 17 March, 1821.
Windsor Female Academy (C) and Morse, Miss R. P. (Windsor). Windsor Female Academy. Miss R. P. Morse intends opening a school for the reception of Young Ladies and Misses on Monday the 14th of January next, in that part of the Academy formerly occupied by Mr. Dunham; where she will instruct in Reading, Writing, English Grammar, Arithmetic, Geography, with the use of Maps and Globes. Rhetoric, Composition, Drawing Plain and Ornamental, and Needlework. Tuition, $4 per quarter ,Windsor 30 Dec., 1821.
Windsor Female Academy (D). Editorial: We are well pleased in seeing it announced that instruction is about to commence at this Academy. The reputation it acquired under Mr. Dunham, was second to none in the country f or a considerable length of time. From the character of Miss Morse and the reputation she has acquired as instructress, we do not hesitate to say she well deserves the patronage bestowed on her predecessor while at the height of his popularity; and that she will not permit the causes to exist which led to its decline. Although she has not enumerated amongst the branches of instruction to be pursued, those of the different Languages heretofore taught, yet (without expressing an opinion whether one tongue is sufficient for a woman), we doubt not she is qualified to instruct her pupils in all that is useful and all that is necessary to a refined education that under guidance, the female mind will be so illuminated by knowledge and virtue, as to throw around its possessor a radiance which shall command respect and esteem when personal beauty shall be lost in years. (noticed Windsor, Monday, 7 Jan., 1822).
Windsor Female Academy (E) (Windsor). The Windsor Female Academy, formerly under the superintendence of Colonel Dunham, will be revived and for the future conducted by Mr. Richard G. Parker of Boston, who will commence his school on the first Monday of May, next. Mr. Parker will teach all the branches usually taught in the Academy; and will, it is believed, from his experience and reputation as a scholar, be enabled to give general satisfaction as the Principal of the Institution. Windsor, 15 March, 1822.
Windsor Female Academy (F) (Windsor). Mr. Parker Will Commence the Instruction of the Windsor Female Academy THIS DAY. He will teach all the branches usually taught in the Academy; and hopes by assiduous attention to his duties as an Instructor to merit and obtain the patronage and encouragement of the inhabitants of Windsor and its vicinity. He has engaged the assistance of Miss Ware, a young Lady well qualified for the purpose to instruct in Drawing, Painting, and the French Language. Terms: $3 per qua. for the smaller classes; Five for the higher. The terms will be increased to those who enter after the first of June. Drawing, Painting and French will be an additional charge. Application may be made to Mr. Parker at Mr. Campbell's or at the School Room. Windsor, 6 May, 1822.
Windsor Female Academy (G) A Young Lady, well qualified, has been engaged as an Assistant in the Academy, who will commence her instructions on the first of January. In addition to the branches hitherto taught, she will give Lessons in Drawing and Painting, Plain and Ornamental Needlework, Painting on Velvet, Making artificial Flowers, Bags, Boxers, Purses &c &c. Pupils of any age will now be received in the Academy, and the strictest attention will be given as well to their manners and deportment, as to their advancement in the useful, solid, and elementary branches of Learning. The scholars can be furnished at the Academy with all the articles used there, at the Boston prices. The Preceptor respectfully refers those who are desirous of information concerning the Academy to those Ladies and Gentlemen who have so liberally honored him with their patronage, and while he acknowledges with gratitude the favors he has received he hopes his exertions will deserve and procure the continued encouragement of the community. R. G. Parker, Preceptor, Windsor, 21 Sept., 1822.
Windsor Female Academy (H). Miss Dorr, from Boston, has commenced her instructions as assistant in the Academy. In addition to the branches hitherto taught, she will give lessons in Drawing and Painting, Plain and Ornamental Needlework, Making artificial Flowers, Boxes, Bags, Purses &c., Painting on Velvet &c. Pupils of any age or sex will now be admitted into the Academy and the strictest attention will be given as well to their manners and deportment, as to their advancement in the useful, solid, and elementary branches of Learning. The Preceptor respectfully refers those who are desirous of information concerning the Academy, to those Ladies and Gentlemen who have so liberally honored them with his patronage and while he acknowledges with gratitude the favours he has received, he hopes his exertions will deserve and procure the continued encouragement of the community. The expense incurred in procuring an Assistant, and the branches now added to the former course of instruction, render it necessary to enhance, in a small degree, the terms of tuition, but the additional attention which will now be paid to each scholar will probably more than compensate the advance made upon the former terms. R. G. Parker, Preceptor, Windsor, 1 Jan., 1823. TERMS: Reading, Spelling, Plain Needlework, - two dollars per quarter; With or without the above, Geography with the Globes, Grammar, Writing, Arithmetic, Drawing & Painting, Ornamental Needlework, - four dollars per quarter; With or without any of the above, Rhetoric, Logic, History, Natural Philosophy, Astronomy &c. Composition, Latin, Greek, Mathematics &c. Painting on Velvet, Making Artificial Flowers &c &c &c - six dollars per quarter; The pupils can be supplied at the Academy will all the articles used there at the Boston prices. (noticed Monday, 13 Jan., 1823).
Windsor Female Academy (I). The public are respectfully informed that the second term of the Windsor Female Academy will commence on Monday the 29th instant. A. E. Watson, Preceptor, 27 Dec., 1823.
Windsor State Prison - State Prison Warehouse. Five shillings per bushel for good Rye, four shillings for good Corn, and a fair price for good wheat will be allowed on demands due the State Prison, payable in Grain, if delivered previous to the first day of April next: after that date Cash only will be received in payment. Good Beans or Peas will be received in exchange for Goods. Also, good Flax, suitable for shoe thread, of the last year's growth, at 20 cents per lo. A variety of Articles manufactured at, and belonging to the State Prison, will be sold at Auction at the Ware House for Cash or approved credit, on Wednesday, the first day of March, next. Jabez Delano, Supt. V. S. Prison., Windsor, 25 Feb., 1820.
Windsor State Prison Ware-House: The Superintendent of Vermont State Prison offers for sale, at the Ware-House in the south end of the Tontine building, opposite Patrick's Tavern, a handsome assortment of Cotton Goods consisting of Ginghams, Stripes, Sheeting, Shirting, Bed-Ticking, & Yarn of a superior quality. That part of the Goods which is colored blue is warranted to be a genuine indigo blue. They will be sold low for cash or on a liberal credit, and most kinds of country produce will be received in payment. Country Merchants who are dealing in and Farmers who are consuming Cotton Goods, are requested to call and purchase where they can find goods, which for durability, are exceeded by none of the kind in the United States. Also for sale a quantity of well cured Pork Hams and dried BEEF, and a few boxes of CANDLES of different sizes, for cash. John H. Cotton, S. V. S. P. (noticed Monday, 28 Jan., 1822).
Windsor State Prison. For Sale at the State Prison Warehouse, warranted thick shoes, made of the best of stock, and in the best workmanlike manner - boots and other thin work as usual, made on the shortest notice, also, for sale a superior lot of Dried Beef and Bacon. Also, Candles of a good size and quality, by the box or otherwise, also, A constant supply of Cotton Cloth & yarn, of an established character, also, a few set of Tomb Stones recently from Mr. Judd's factory, the best and cheapest ever exhibited in this place. Jabez Delano, Superintendent of the Vermont State Prison, Windsor, 26 May, 1819.
Windsor State Prison. State Prison Warehouse, a very liberal deduction from the old prices will be made on Cotton Goods, Wheat, Rye, Corn, Oats, Peas, Beans, Butter, Pork in the hog, and good hard Woods, if delivered in season, will be received in payment. Merchants and other persons who may wish to patronize the sale of the above goods, as well for their own benefit as that of the State, will find their interest in purchasing on a liberal credit, for good security, Stripes, Ginghams, Plaids, Bed-Ticking, & c. of a superior quality. Good SHOES & BOOTS are offered for sale, and custom work done with attention. CANDLES for sale by the box or otherwise; Also, a few sets of elegant TOMB STONES. Also, a number of dry CASKS, which will be sold low for wood or any kind of barter pay. On those obligations which have become due, payment is expected without delay. Jabez Delano, Sup't Vt. St. Prison, 20 Dec., 1810.
Windsor, Vt. [Beautification of town] Ornamental Trees and Side Walks. It is a general remark of strangers and visitors that the beauty of our village suffers much from the want of ornamental trees which afford delightful and cooling summer shades and emulate a pleasing fragrance from their foliage; and still more from the want of proper side walks. It may not be amiss to remind those who for their own pleasure and the pride of appearance around their houses and shops, are willing to incur the trifling expense; that now is the time for setting out trees and it is hoped a little public spirit may be excited to remedy the defect which the cutting down those trees which had become a disgrace and nuisance has caused. The convenience of side walks protected by a handsome railing would well repay the little expense they would loose and add much to the appearance and cleanliness of this village. (noticed Monday, 18 April, 1824).
Winnowing Machines. Patent Winnowing Machines. The subscriber having thoroughly examined and used said Machines, was convinced either utility and excellence above all others and was induced to purchase the right for the state of Vermont, our town excepted. He has nearly fifty made and ready for sale at his store in this town. The Machines are small to size, light, easily used by one or more persons, making very little noise; simple, not apt to get out of repair, cleaning every kind of grain; Beans, Peas, and Flax Seed, remarkably well, with great dispatch; separating the chess, cockle, and all kinds of grass seed from the grain and saving them together; and will separate Rye from Peas with the greatest facility; will also take out the greatest part of smut and the filthiness of rats. Although it would seem next to impossible to improve on the principle of their construction; yet the subscriber has been able to make several important improvements in their use since last winter -- and that the workmanship and the exact and nice proportions should in ever part, be as near perfection as careful examination and patient exertion and labour could make them. He has the last season hired as good and ingenious workmen by the month as can be found and has them made under the eye of a judicious superintending workman - nothing has been omitted that would seem necessary to render them a perfect and useful Machine. The great number that have been sold the last year, their utility, and the approbation of the purchasers, is considered a sufficient recommendation to the public. The present price is fourteen dollars, ready pay, or fifteen on a years' credit (security being good) on interest; the credit price is subject to a discount according to the time payment may be made, if within a year. Isaac Green. Windsor, 7 Dec., 1822. N.B. The subscriber, being wholly unable to supply more than a fractional part of the State with Machines, will sell the right for remote towns and counties.
Winslow, Lemuel (Pomfret, Vt.). Died at Pomfret on the 28th of Dec., 1821, Mr. Lemuel Winslow, aged 28. He was accidentally killed. He had chopped down a tree which fell across a ledge of rocks, which raised the butt seven or eight feet from the ground. After nearly chopping off the butt log, he got down below the tree, and struck up; as it began to break, he stepped away, but the log in breaking, swung 'round, struck him on the side of his head, which occasioned his almost immediate death. He was a young man of promise and much esteemed by his acquaintances. Woodstock Observer (noticed Monday, 7 Jan., 1822).
Woodruff, James (Fayette, NY). Died at Fayette, NY, Mr. James Woodruff, aged about 47 years. Previous to his death he informed his friends that an Angel had appeared to him and told him that he must drink and continue to drink so as to remain heavily drunk for nine days an d nights, without eating and if he survived that length of time, that he should finally be saved. He accordingly furnished himself with a barrel of whiskey, of which he partook more than one gallon per day, for the limited number of days, and then expired being too weak and debilitated to take any nourishment. He had been in the habit of drinking to excess for a number of years. He has left a wife and a number of small children, fortunately in good circumstances (noticed 18 Aug., 1820).
Woodstock, Supreme Court. During the last term of the Supreme Court of Woodstock, the following criminals were tried, convicted and sentenced to the State Prison for the offenses and the term of time following, viz.: William Klane, horse stealing, 8 years; Charles K. Parkhurst, Forgery, 3 years; Nathaniel Badger, Jr., Adultery, 3 years. (noticed 6 July, 1824).
Worcester, Samuel (Salem). Died at Brainerd, in the CHEROKEE NATION, on the 7th ult. the Rev. Samuel Worcester, D. D. of Salem, aged 50. Having been advised by Physicians to take a voyage and journey for the benefit of his health, he left Boston for New Orleans at the commencement of the present year. He suffered much from a boisterous passage; and his constitution was so far impaired, that he never regained his strength afterwards. With great patience and perseverance, he persuaded his way through the country of the Choctaw and Cherokee Indians, visiting the missions there, and encouraging the good work by his paternal counsels. His weakness, however, continued and increased, till he quietly fell asleep in Jesus. (noticed Monday, 9 July, 1821).
Wright, Mary (Canada). Died in Montreal, Canada on the 14th of Jan., 1821, Mrs. Mary Wright, aged 24 years, daughter of the Hon. Charles Rich, Representative to Congress from this state [Vermont].
Young, Hiram and Gillis Young (Windsor). Notice. Whereas, Hiram Young & Gills Young, minors, have left the service of the subscribers without their consent, and contrary to written agreement, therefore, all persons are forbid trusting or harboring them on our account, as we shall pay no debt of their contracting after this date. Andrew & Abial Spaulding, Windsor, 22 March, 1819.
Thomas, George (Woodstock). Died in Woodstock on 5th instant, Mr. George Thomas, aged 71. He was one of the early settlers of that town and was much esteemed as an industrious, hospitable, and honest man. (noticed 12 July, 1824).
Weathersfield, Vt. Independence Day [1824]. The Anniversary of the National Independence was celebrated at Weathersfield by the Weathersfield Debating Club, on Saturday the 3d instant. Early in the afternoon the Society, together with a number of our citizens, formed in procession on the Common near Capt. N. Duncan's and marched to a beautiful grove of fruit trees under an escort of Capt. S. Kenney's company of Light infantry, accompanied by the Springfield Band of Musick [sic] where after an appropriate prayer by the Rev. Mr. Converse, The Declaration of Independence was read by Captain J. French. Following a truly literary, scientific, and classical address was delivered by Major John Stevens after which many toasts were drank with applause, echoed by musick from the band and a volley from the Infantry Company. The toasts were: (1) Our soldiers who, but few from the Revolution are still yet living to ornament our midst. May we always hold them in reverence; (2) the United States; connected like the arts and sciences, May they, like them, contribute to each others' support; (3) The Constitution of the United States; The strongest bulwark of civil liberty, May it stand an imperishable monument to the genius of a free people. (4) George Washington; the first among the great, and the best among the good. May millions yet unborn profit by his example and the precepts which he taught. (5) Agriculture and Manufactures. Nourished by their wet nurse, Mrs. Tariff, may they grow like calves of the stall. (6) The President of our United States. May his private life be as great a blessing to himself as his public services have been to his country. (7). The Marquis La Fayette. The distinguished patron of civil liberty - as a soldier and statesman, second to few; as a philanthropist, second to none. (8) The Next President. King Caucus called him William, but the people said 'not', his name shall be John. (9) DeWitt Clinton and the Members of the Legislature from the State of New York. He, the father of their internal improvements, and one of the brightest ornaments of his country, but they have been weighed in the balance and found wanting. (10) South America and Greece. May their efforts be favored by all nations, and guided by the Hand of Heaven. (11) The Clergy. Whilst they teach the moral precepts of their master, may they enforce them by their practice; (12) The Freeman of Weathersfield. May their influence be balanced by their merit, their grand list by their purses; (13) The Weathersfield Debating Club. May its members increase in science a hundred fold. Toasts by Volunteers: Per Capt. French: The American Fair. For virtue and integrity pre-eminent, may their talents every be considered equal to the other sex, the decision of the Weathersfield Debating Club to the contrary, notwithstanding; By Capt. Kenny: Our Literary and Scientific Institutions. May they be fostered and their sons flourish till the questions shall cease to be asked in Europe,' who reads an American book?' By Major Stevens: The Militia of Vermont. Governed by an enlightened yeomanry. May they teach every invading foe that the City of Washington dwells not here. By Doctor Webster: The American Navy. May its members prove themselves Decaturs in everything but dueling. (noticed 19 July, 1824).
Windsor, Vt. Death Statistics. It has been noticed in some newspapers as a remarkable fact that in the town of Northampton, Mass., with a population of 3,278, there were but five deaths in the last six months. In Windsor, with a population of 3,000, during a period of seven months commencing the first of July, 1823, our files do not record one death in town, nor can we ascertain there was one during this time. (noticed 19 July, 1824).
Small, Gamaliel (Vergennes). Vermont Aurora, a paper with this title has been commenced at the city of Vergennes in this state by Gamaliel Small. It is devoted to the usual variety of a weekly country gazette and is handsomely executed. As an herb, may it prove a salutary potion to the morally and politically diseased; and as 'the daughter of the morn', may its kindling rays shed a brighter and yet a brighter lustre until all within its influence shall become illuminated with the perfection of knowledge. (noticed 19 July, 1824).
Woods, Daniel Jr. (Corinth). A Child of Mr. Daniel Woods Jun. of Corinth, Vt. aged about two years was drowned in a tan vat on the 5th last [5 July 1824]. This is the second instance of the kind in the county of Orange within a few weeks. (noticed 19 July, 1824).
Vermont Juvenile Missionary Society (Windsor). Notice. May of your readers, Mr. Editor, will recollect that an agent of the Vermont Juvenile Missionary Society passed through this county some time in march last. The object of his visit was to learn the religious state and prospects of the county and to form Auxiliary Societies to aid in the benevolent object of the parent society. The annual meetings of the Auxiliary Societies were appointed for the month of August and will be held on the following days at 2 o'clock P.M. Woodstock on the first Monday; Hartford the day following; and Norwich at the Plain, the day following that. On Wednesday following the second Monday, i.e. 11th August, the anniversary of Cavendish will be attended; the succeeding day that of Ludlow; and the following day that of Weston. On the third Monday will be attended the anniversary of Springfield; the day following at Weathersfield, the next day at Windsor, West Parish; and on Friday the next day but one, Windsor, East parish. Those who take a deep interest in the moral character of our state will find an opportunity by siding the aiding the funds of these societies of doing anything for that object. Many a place has been redeemed from the wide waste of guilt and irreligion, and many a feeble church has been strengthened and many a religious society has been edified and builded in the faith of the Gospel by the exertions of the Vermont Juvenile Missionary Society. Its efforts are confined to this state. (noticed Monday, 19 July, 1824).
Ellingwood, Mary (Lempster, NH). Died in Lempster, NH on Sunday last [11 July, 1824], after a long and distressing illness which she bore with Christian resignation and fortitude, Mrs. Mary Ellingwood, wife of Mr. Joseph Ellingwood, aged 70 years. Her descendants are nine children and thirty-two grandchildren; total forty-one, 36 of whom are living. (noticed Monday, 19 July, 1824).
Perkins, Josiah (Windsor). Wool Carding, Cloth Dressing. The subscriber would inform his friends and the public that he continues the business of Wool Carding and Cloth Dressing a the Factory, south end of Windsor village. Having engaged careful and experienced workmen, he can assure his friends and customers that their work will be executed with neatness and despatch. In order to accommodate his customers in New Hampshire, he has made an arrangement with Mr. William Whittelsey of Cornish as a place of deposit for wool and cloth from which place they will be safety transported to the Factory and back when finished. The owners of Wool and Cloth will attach label to each article with names and directions. He feels grateful for past favours and solicits a continuance. It is particularly requested that Those having unsettled accounts with the late firm of Perkins & Grannis would attend to their adjustment without delay as it is necessary they should be immediately closed. Josiah Perkins, Windsor, 27 May, 1824.
Wheatley, Nathaniel (Brookfield). Died in Brookfield on the 25th ult [25 July, 1824], Mr. Nathaniel Wheatley, aged 73 years. One of the first settlers and one of the best citizens, for a number of years a respectable member of the Legislature of this State (noticed 3 Aug., 1824). [*he left a last will and testament and this was noticed as being presented for probate by Luther Wheatley, executor]
Childs, David (Sharon). Drowned in Sharon on the 22nd ult [22 July, 1824], Captain David Childs, aged 60, a useful and respectable citizen of that place. He left a numerous family to mourn his sudden departure. (noticed 3 Aug., 1824).
Cholera Morbus. Cure for the Cholera Morbus. After burning a cork thoroughly, pour on it a teaspoon of brandy, then mash it well with loaf sugar and a little nutmeg or essence of peppermint and water. This is a safe recipe which has almost invariably been efficacious in curing the cholera morbus and bilious cholic Boston Patriot (noticed in W. J. 9 Aug., 1824).
Thayer, William (Rockingham, Vt.). Police Court. A man calling himself William Thayer of Rockingham ,Vt. was examined yesterday on complaint of George Reed, for having in his possession counterfeit bills. A ten dollar spurious bill of the Geneva Bank was found on him, and in his trunk, a quantity of blank bank bill paper, directed to David Campbell, Esq., to be left at Dr. Gates' Inn in Rockingham, Vt. He was ordered to recognize in the sum of $500 for his appearance at the Municipal Court in September next. (noticed 23 Aug., 1824).
Nutting, Timothy (Plainfield, NH). Timothy Nutting would inform his customers and the public that he continues the Cloth Dressing Business at his old stand in the south part of Plainfield, where he intends dressing cloth in a superior style and as cheap as any workmen in the vicinity. Most kinds of produce received in payment and a liberal discount for cash. N. B. A young man from 15 to 18 years of age, wanted immediately as an apprentice to the above business. Plainfield, NH, Aug., 1824.
Thompson, Charles (Pennsylvania). Died in Pennsylvania on the 16th instant [16 Aug., 1824], the venerable Charles Thompson, aged 95 years, one of the energetic and useful Patriots of the American Revolution, during which he was sole Secretary of Congress. He possessed a strong mind enriched with various learning and was as eminent a Christian as he was honorable as a Man. (noticed 30 Aug., 1824).
Windsor Dancing School. Dancing. Mr. Phillips would inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Windsor that he will commence a School for the purpose of instructing Masters and Misses in the accomplishment of DANCING on Monday Oct. 11 at 2; and for young Gentlemen at 7 o'clock P.M. at Mr. Pettes' Hall. Terms $5 for 24 Lessons. References to the Hon. Jonathan H. Hubbard (noticed 4 Oct., 1824).
Kingsbury, Oliver (Plainfield). Take Notice. Whereas, I have contracted with the Selectmen of Plainfield for the support of LUCY PEASE, a town pauper, for the present year as she has run away, this is therefore to forbid all persons harboring or trusting her on my account, as I shall pay no debts of her contracting after this date Oliver Kingsbury, Plainfield, 26 Sept., 1824.
White, Ammi (Windsor). New Furniture... Ammi White No. 6 Phelps Row, has just finished a good assortment of Cabinet Furniture & Chairs among which are La Fayette, Field, & Common Bedsteads, French Bureaus, Dining and Tea Tables, also House Sign, Carriage, Standard & Ornamental Painting, Gilding, Glazing and Varnishing done in the best manner and on the most reasonable terms. Cash and country produce received in payment. Past favors gratefully acknowledged and a continuance of the same solicited., Windsor, 10 Oct., 1824.
