Wabash Herald, Volume 1, Number 34, Rockville, Parke County, 3 December 1831 — Page 3

Itockrille, Dee. 3, 1 83 1 . Errata. In the communication of ".colics," published in our lastin the 1 2th line from the commencement, read polar instead of solar in the third line of the nxt column, read division instead cf disunion and in the 30th line from the top of the same column, read united instead of until. The Lady's Book. The Novcm-! bcr number of this valuable wbrk has been received, and wc think it fully sustains its previously established character, which has received universal applause. We would recommend it to the patronage of our literarj friends, particularly the lawks, to whom it eems more peculiarly adapted. Next Monday the Legislature" of the State will convene so also will Congress the vast importance of subjects connected with the proceedings of these deliberative assemblies, has elicited a disposition among the citizens of this district ; of country to observe with more than ordinary scrutiny, their proceedings. Our wants are great, rot howcr surpnHnrgotir hist demands; and our Representatives have studied them too lorg not to have become conversant with them, and we hope have too great a en?e of honor, to betray the trust reposed in then, by permitting our best interests to pass carelessly by, without using exertions to sustain them, tantamount to their importance. -In our Siale legislature, the "all absorbing subject" the cinal , will of course, be among the first and most momenta js questions acted upon. In regard to this subject, the del?ga lion from the Wabash country know full well the course to pursue; they etand "pludgeo' to their constituents, to give their undivided support to the CANAL. It was their manifestly ardent devotion to the canal policy that elevated them to the station they occupy, and kmsht or wrong they must yield it their aid; and if the project should prove beneficial to the State, the honor reflected upon its advocates will be justly appreciated if unhappily, it should result in its operations, contrary to the favorable and reasonable anticipations of its zealous advocates, the vonstitnent of those who Sanctioned the measure must reproach themselves with the folly. The new county which is petitioned for, to be aken from the surplus of the counties of Parke, Putnam and Montgomcrv, will present a subject, deeply in volving the interests of the citizens of these several counties, inasmuch as its tendency if granted, will ba to create the most Unthankful questions to excite leal feeling. This should be acted upon with all due consideration, and as a subiect cotnmandins the utmost Attention, lfthe prayer of the peti tioncrs can he granted without any Snaterial injury to the major part of the citizens, we would willingly acqui csce in the measure, but, if to grant the petition, we . must sacrifice the peace, harmony and general interest of ur citizens, we sav. without fear of dissenting from the opinion entertain d by the mass of those concerned, the petition should be "vetoed." We con eider the attempt to lorm a new connty, as yet rather premature; the ca'intiesaf the Upper Wabash', have felt themselves imposed upon by; being weak in tlie legislative councils of the State, and u division of this kind would be no acquisition of strength, but to the contrary, a multiplicity of local interests would generate unfriendly feel ing, and ultimately cause strife and ambition to lead them astray from their greatest intercuts as citizens of 6fi district of country. Divisions and sub divisions of counties should riot take place (under existing circumstances) until the population shall have become more dense than are the settlements of the counties of Parke, Putnam end Joqtgomery.

Our claims upon Congress arc grcai and wc hope will hot . be overlooked. Our Representative in that body has promised much and wc trust he will not be slow to perform. With a fertile soil like ours, a large and increasing population engaged exclusively, in agricultural pursuits, necessarily must produc? ifiuch more of the prime nrcessilics of lift : than can be consumed by its inhabitants, consequently a rcarket lor this superabaundance must be sought, nor a market only, but the means whereby it may be easily, cheaply and expeditiously conveyed from the hands of the producer to those of the consumer. Wc have a stream

calculated by nature, with a littie sssistance from the Treasury Pap,' to carry off, at any season of the year, all our surplus produce; but situated as it is at present, but for the name it were better to have none. We have rcpeatedl? been told by those who are capable of forming a correct estimate of the cost oi the work, that 25 or $30,U00 will be abundantly sufficient to remove all obstruction to navigation in the Wabash River, and if so, will our Representative , fold his arms and remain silent to the dearest, and best interests of his constituents? Surelv not. It has Inff since been admitted, that this work i3 altogether tioncl in its character our worthy representative admits the fact--then why, not make speedy and incessant exertions to obtain an appropriation of money for the purpose without further delay. Shall we desist from an attempt through fear of opposition! No! make the thai in good faith, and put things io (he test; if then overpowered by live opposition, we can but submit. The Wabash is sufficiently- large and requires but a small sum to render it a great source of wealth to the people of this section of country; but in its prcsnt condition it is not navigable until the produce of cur more fortunate neighbours of Kentucky r.rd CHo as thronged the Southrcn ports and glutted the markets. And those who have ventured from the Wabash (to use the words of ' a correspondent) "return bankrupt in every thing but honesty they, find no market not previously sup plied, consequently they sacrifice their nil to their luckless adventure.Will, then this last and only prerequisite to a regular navigation of this river be withheld! wc trow not. The General Government has been lavishing her bounty upon works of Internal Improvement in various" other parts of the Union, and will she refuse to extend her liberality towards us! Wc hope not injustice she cannot and eventually WILI. NOT. TO CORRESPONDENTS. . The reply to "A Constituent will appear next "week application .was made too late for its appearance to-day. OFNAncisscs''' shall also appear in our next 4T O. S." has been returned that the author may revisc and improve' it. o::::::::o Expeditious The "Crawfordsville Record'' is received at this office in etgiit days after its publication distance, 30 miles three days less than the time consumed by our Washington City papers in completing a trip of near S00 miles. Next Monday, is the day se apart for the meeting of the Delegates chosen to represent this county in the Jackson Convention to be held at Indianapolis on the l'2th inst. o::::::::o 1 From the Illinois Journal. 1 ILLINOIS. Otlazoa, Rapids of WiWs, at MoiUh of Fox. ; : - i " : .ft v ? 26th Oct.? 1S3I. Editors of the Illinois Intelligencer. Gentlemen i The Engineer, Surveyor, and company of hands," are, now at this nlace. and in about two days will finish the survey and examination of the Canal and Railway Une. The people of the State may in a short time expect to see a report to the Governor of the State, presenting the plan of a Canal and Railway, with aft estimate of each, and an opinion of the Board of Commissioners, as to which would be preferable, upon that score of public

utility and expense. It is made the du

ty of the commissioners to examine tnc Rapids of the Illnois from the month of Fox river to the foot of the Rapids a distance of about fifteen miles, in crdef to ascertain the praCtibility of the Canal, that the expenses canaling across Fox river and the distance of 15 miles below, maybe saved. This examination has yet to be made. It will require the time of eight or ten days. -.-.- I feel much flattered that the result of this examination will prove favorable. ' Already 1 he 'steam' boat TaVcller has ascended the 'Rapids of the Illinois," to this place," with goods for Messrs, Campbell & Walker, to wit: in the 16th inst., a period at which the waters of the Illinois are usually at their middle or lowest stage. The river had taken a small rise, and the boat ascended without difficulty or danger. Much credit is due to the energy and enterprize of Capt. Whiting, who commanded the boat on the occasion. He plainly proved the practicability of navigating the Illinois to the centre of the Rapids, into the heart of a rich and productive country, that has heretofore been excluded from a commercial intercourse w ith Missouri, the balance of Illinois, and the lower country, from a mistaken apprehension that the Rapids were not at all navigable. I hope it will be ascertained that a j moderate evpenditure of money on the itapiuo, win reiiucr mem navigaoie for steam boats of the' first'class. . Yours, respectfulJr, J Y C11AS.DUNN, A'fivif Canal Comniissioncr. I From the Western Register. r COUNTERFEIT.. A gentleman who is collecting for this ofhee, forwarded us, the other dav, a five dollar bill upon theU. 8. bank, paj able at the office ot discount and deposit at Lexington, to VV. Smith or bearer.. The entire execution of this note is so base, as to be susceptible of deiec'ion on the slightest examination, ar.d could only be passed when the receiver s was extremely anxious to get money, and receives it in confidence. The paper, eiiicravinjr, and tilling up are all a miserable effort at imposture: and the poor wretch who made the bill has our commiseration- lor his lack of skill and want of principle, as well as our fervent aspirations for a forgivness of his sins, a.id an improvement of his talents and moral honesty. -,- We cannot believe that any, of our patrons have intentionally imposed upon us. The condition of printers is too well known .to the public, to permit a belief that any, even the most depraved of men, would be so hardened in crimes as to sport with our miseries. or add to our calamities the loss of (to ! . I . . . . - usjsucnan important amount as five dollarsl after having excited our hopes by permitting us to open a letter, and behold the needful in full view!! There is too much feeling in the subject for us to pursue it further than that we are informed "lots" of this worthless substitute for the root of evil", are in the countrv but if others will look out as harp as we saal! hereafter, if we ever receive another Jive dollar 6i, those who now possess these smutted rages, will have the consolation of keeping them. ; . From the Hillsborough Gazette. CANALL1NG. The. Scioto Gazette savs: One of our wholesale dealers has received, filled and shipped to the upper Lakes, since the canal was opened to this town, a large order from the American Fur Company. - A Boston dealer in leather has purchased here a large lot of that article which was tanned in this place; and sent it to that city by way of the Ohio Canal. This is a revolution in the com mercial relations of this section of the West, which promises to be as profita ble to it, as it was unexpected and nit looked for. We are glad to 6ee that an "Almanac of Health," has been issued from the office of that valuable publication the "Journal of Health," as we consider that the subject is one that cannot be too much attended to, nor any of us too often reminded of the necessity of attending to it. We wish that every bxly would be made sensible how much more respectable it is to be in good sound health, than to be sickly and in firm of body; for wc have no doubt . 1 ' J 1 1 . A mat a proper apprencnsion oi uns matter would effect a favorable change in many practices which most members of the, community arc in the habit of in dulging, without regard to their iniiuence on health, or the effect of the state, of health on their influence and respectability in society. it Ucr. MAKING MONEY RAPIDLY. I have make one one tousand dollar dis morning, before breakfast," said a r renenmen wno Kepi a reiau auop in

UA thousand dollar Tl said a neigh

bor, witn a dubious air. "Ouiyes sa re," returned the French man, rubbing his hands with great glee "I have clear one tousand dollar. clear.'' 1 ; "You've sold all your goods then!" kuu nou, sare, 1 liavo not sell one good I have all de good in my shop." "How did 3'ou clear so much money, men: ' "I have mark all de good up." i "Marked them all up'" "Oui,' Monsieur, I have put on de high pric6, so as to malic clear one tousand dollar, and all my, good in my shop." JV. F. Constellation. ' From the Lafayette Free Press, Nov. 29. STEAM BOAT NEWS. The Steam Boat Experiment, Capt. Harris, arrived hereon Thursday mor ning last, direct from Cincinnati. She discharged her cargo, and proceeded down' the river on the evening of the same day. , ' From the Lafaye te Free Press, Nov. 29. ILLINOIS MONTHLY. The Editor of the Illinois Monthly Magazine," informs the public that he has clanged the place of publication. 1 he work will hereafter be published at St. Louis, Missouri. '- ! s Stem Carriage. An ingenious mechanic (Goulding) has just computed a steam carriage," which made its first appearance, by way of experiment, at Hedham, Mass; last Wednesday. We learn from the Dedham Patriot, that "at 10 o'clock it moved with rapid lacuity from the work shop, and ascen ded a rise of about 45 degrees for fifeen rods with perfect ease; then proceeded about half a mile upon a level route, and returned.' r . Arobbery of the amount of $37,000, was committed on board the steam boat Kentuckian, at New Orleans, on the 12th ult. 837,000 of the money was in one ' packet, ? destined for the hank of the State of Mississippi at Natcheze, viz: 80 notes of the U. S. Branch Bank at New-Orleans, for $100 each, and $700 of the Bank of Mississippi. .V. Y. Eve. Post. From the Western Register. Fatal accident. A correspondent in a letter dated Clinton, Nov. 12, says: "A young man by the name of Thomas James was drowned yesterday, at IViger's ferry, on the Wabash, in attempt. mg to cross the river on a small craft. Particulars not known." Pay visits only on alternate days; thou will be loved the more; for he who multiplies his comings and going fatigues his friends. The Lexington and r-J is bout to be commentcu. me n.eporter says that the first load of rail sills was delivered yesterday, 1 1th inst. on the ground in Water street. Proposals for grading the first 15 miles ot road are to be received on Monday next. Tiller. EPITAPH. Pinned to the curtains of a bed on the bridal night of Dr. Caldwell, oo his marriage with Miss Death of Walworth. Here lies a wanton suicide, A little out of breath, Who to enjoy a heavenly bride, Hath put himself to Deatli! When the lat trumpet from above 1 Shall call up most falPn men, 'Tis hoped th' inspirsng voice of love Will make him rise again! Irtfee EH AVE taken out letters ol Administration on the estate of John Vandyne, late of Parke county, deceased. All persons having claims against said estate, are requested to present thern legally authenticated for adjustment; and those indebted to make immediate pa) ment. The estate is sup posed to be insolvent. JAMES NESMITH,.4,?mV. Nov. 2tith, 1831. 34-3t WILL be sold on the 24th December next, at the late residence of John Vandvnc. deceased, all the personal property belonging to his estate. A credit of nine months will be giv en on all sums over three dollars J. NESMITH, .tfrfmV.1 Nov. 26, 1831. - 34-3t HE17 GOODS. TT U S I received and for s;il. a pencU eral assortment of Goons suited to the season, which together with. our other goods render our assortment comnlctet all of which w will sell low for CASH, Pork; and many other kinds of ttmdnen.' A - - '''.' V SILLIMAN U HARRIS. -

LXDIAXA DEMOCRAT Tvsict a Week, 9 During ti e Session of the Legislature By A. ITIorrison. - THE Democrat will be published twice a week during the Session oi th Legislature, and will

report of the proceedings of both houses. A larce additional oTnnA;it J. '.us nui necessarily be incurred by making the Democrat a 6emi-weekly paper, but aft many of our friends have urged th propriety of the undnrtaki nor. wo hwa determined to hazard the experiment and thiow ourselves unon the lihcrnlir of the public for its support. subscribers tor the session will re ceive two paper per week, during the seision for 75 cents to be paid in advance. ' Regular annual subscribers will onl pay as heretofore, 52 numbers making a vear. 0 Subscriptions can be conveniently remitted by the members of the Legis lature. Post Masters are requested to act as asrents and bv, forwarding us the sum of five dollars, shall be entitled to receive a paper twice a week for their tiouble, and papers for seven subscribers, which is equivalent to one dollar, The same privilege will be extended to all others who will art as agents, and the papers forwarded on receipt of the money. trood and laitniul . reports will be procured, and those who are rlpeiron I 7 " to know without delay the progress of Legislative business, and to receive a Daner eivine a rreneral historv of tha passing e7ents of the times, in all departments, will find the Democrat a cheap and faithful record. Indianapolis, Oct. cth, lo.tl. For the Wabash Herald. THE Court of Assessment for tha 50th Regiment, Indiana Militia, standi adjourned until the first' Monday in Uecember next, at which time tr. t'ourt of Appeals ,for said Regiment will be holden. The 50th regiment is believed to ba sufficiently large for two Regiments. It is intended at the time of holding the Court of Appeals to divide the regiment and companies, several of thera being large enough for two or three. The Captains belonging to said regiment will he punctual in their attendance at ftockville, at the time abovenamed. HENRY SL WENS, Col. 50th Reg. Ia. JSK. Nor. 2Gth, 1831. 33 STATE OF INDIANA, VERMILLION COUNTY TAKEN up by Jabes Os man, Living in Colmant Prairie Vermillion Township Vermillion County la., a dark brown horse wittk a switch tail six or seven years oldf shod before and about 14 and a i hands high appraised to 25 dollars by Joh W. Rush & Benjamin Asbury. Newport Oct. 21st 1831. A true copy from my estray book. WM. II. H. SCOTT, J. P. 32-3t JOHN CTILLXAnS IT kspkctfclly informs his friends an JUl the public generally, that he bas ps manently located himself in ROCKVILLE PARKE Co. lu Where he intends carrying on a CABINET SHOP. HA.VING purchased a quantity of goo T.umher. I exnect to be able to fur nish the neatest and best quality of work,, unon the shortest notice. ArT-A cooa journeyman, of moral and industrious hab its would meet with constant employment and liberal wages by applying immediately Rockville, Nov. 1831. 3t7mo. Bfotfice. ALL Persons indebted to us, art requested to make payment o or before the 25th of December next and those that cannot pay, must close their accounts by note as we are determined to have our books balanced by cash or notes. S1LLIMAN & HARRIS. Nov. 8th, 1831. 3l-?t 1 A LL Persons indebted to the Sub scriler, are requested to call an4 settle their accounts by note or other wise,on or before the first of Jannar next- as I am fully determined to hv my books balanced. ' Red and Blue Deer Skins, Rags. Fur Skins, Tallow and Flax-Seed will be taken in payment. JOHN SUNDERLAND. Rockville, Nov. 24, 1831. 33-bt KENHANVA C- Just received and Jt sale by. tfee barrel or single b1 Lr Xr ILL) mm