Norwalk Gazette, Tuesday, July 20, 1824 · page 4

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FROM THE TitEN'roi~t iisiroitiim.
A DREAM.

I had a dream. A narrow bridge-way led
Across a mighty gulf, in whose deep bosom,
Down,down a frightfuldepth,on pointed rocks,
The mangled carcasses of men were strewed
In one promiscuous ruin. Death sat there
On his dark throne, ’mid one vast sea of blood!

I look’d—-and lo! millions of moving men
Pressed madly on the space which none could
A tread [ands fell
In safety without care——thousands and thous-
Each moment in th’ abyss tliro’ heedlessiiess,
To rise no more for ever! Still there came’
Thousands and thousandsmore--and marked
the fall '
Of friends 8:. dear companions, and e’en-wept,
But took no better heed, and fell themselves
In the same ruin. Some wlio- came were
blind, - ' [tering-;
And some were maimed, and faint, and tot-_
And some seem’d urged by every madness on;
And yet ’twas said that all were rational
Children ofearth—-—andjourneyingtotheclime
Ofcloudless skies and peaceful scenes, beyond
That gulf, o’er which there was but this one
passage. ..

I look’d again-and saw that there were.
those

Amid the crowd who pointed out the danger,
And warn’d,and warn’d their fellows to beware,
Offer’d to lead the blind——assist'the inainied—
And strove to win e’en madness back to reason.
Btit these were hiss’d at, shunned, despised, as
Oflittle wisdoui—-orignoble souls—- [men
Y,ct these went cautious on, and all escaped
The certain fate of their despisers.

I woke—it was a dream. ButI have tlio’t,
Oft thought, how like this scene is that we see
Daily around, in this our pi|griniage——

How the world runs to ruin—all are bound
O’er the strait way that leads to happy climes
Beyond the shores oftime. Yet who can count
The countless millions ofiinmortal souls
Which"perish—-fall, for ever, in the abyss
Ofendless death, even througlrvery folly,
In wending o’er the narrow bridge oflife !
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NORTH AMERICAN INDIANS.

A third edition of Mr. Hunter’s book on the
situation ofthe North American Indians has
just appeared, and with a new interest added
to~his own extraordinary life. His intention
to return among the savage companions of
his infancy has long been known. Now thor-
oughly versed in the history of European In-
stitutions, and deeply imbued with scientific
know ledge, he is about to fulfil his great and
benevolent purpose; and we extract with de-
light the view which he opens of his design,
and the plan which he developes for its happy
accomplishment.

“I look forward with pleasure to the taskI
have undu aken voluntarily. The motives
are no less than the preservation of a high-
minded, noble race ofthe human family, who
have been debased, cheatetl and slandered,
from a destruction which. inevitably awaits
them, unless some kind arm be interposed to
arrest the causes which are rapidly hurrying
them to oblivion.

The very thought that such a distinguished
people, inheriting sticli distinguished gifts
front nature, should eventually become ex-
tinct, without records even to tell their nielaii-
choly fate, imist be truly affecting to those
who think seriously on the subject. To rue,
whose llveliest associations and earliest im-
pressions were derived amongst them, it is in-
describahly painful. Icannot reconcile it to
my feelings to believe it. Iudependentofthe
encroachiuents ofthe white population, their
present mode oflife exposes them to a great
source ofdcstruction. I mean their being de-
pendent on the precarious supply of nature
for subsistence. Coiupelled to follow the ro-
ving herds into distant regions, they arrive in
an enemy’s country sometimes almost fairi-
ished with hunger, worn down with fatigue,
and frequently tortured with disease. This
is almost a perpetual cause ofwar with one
or more tribes. Fix the roving native at
hoine—a home he can call his own; even if
he only half cultivates his corn, and but a lit-
tle spot, under the nurturing influence ofa
genial sun, in the bosom ofa productive soil,
his little field will afford bread in abundance ;
while the towering forests, from the abund-
ance ofnuts which they produce, will amply
supply him with the pork which they are well
known to support in vast numbers, and the
fine grazing ofthe plains and prairies will al-
ways supply him with beef, and the blessings
ofthe dairy : yes! once teach the mountain-
minded warrior to unbend his lofty notions of
fame, the glory ofteariug offthe scalp ofhis
enemy; yhow him living examples ofsociaf
excellence, of moral rectitude, of domestic
comfort ; excite his ambition (not extinguish
it) on the side ofvirtue, the useful and peace-
ful arts; and enlist his zeal in support ofmen-
tal and intellectual iriiprovement ;——succeed
thus far, I venture to say the benevolent will
have the pleasure to find them as proper ob-
jects oftheir goodness, as any to whom they
ever extended it. They will find their labors
repaid by their rapid and useful improvement,
their time rewarded by a large bounty of val-
uable land, and for every charitable action, a
warm return of heartfelt gratitude.

‘ My plan to extend.tlie benefits of civilized

life to the Indians is, to settle in the vicinity '

of the Quapaws. They have a brave and
manly Chief. He is a man oftalent; his glo-
ry is fallen, but his spirit not sunk: liislofty
mind, still elastic, rises under pressure, and
lifts him above the frowns of misfortune.-
His influence is felt beyond the little remnant
ofhistribe, and is felt by the neiglihouring
whites. They have not yet assumed the liab-
its of civilizerl life; their country yet abounds
in game, btit it is fast disappearing before the
ravages ofthe white man. I own a tract of
land nearthein. Iwisli to let them see my
improvements; my cornfortable house ; my
rich meadows ; my full barn ; my fine stock;
in short, every comfort which industry,sec-

ouded by art, can afford. I will invite them

frequently to see me ; shew them iny_ inde-

pendence ; let them see thatl have not to run

after the game, and expose my health in the

wet and cold ; and my life and liberty to my

enemies. This will be an appeal to their

pride, and their honour, on which points they

are extremely sensitive ; emulation would be

the consequence, for they hate to be out (lone.

‘I would not wholly abandon their habits .;

I would frequently amuse niyselfat shooting

especially when they called to see int :. they

think it a great mark ofworth to excel in the

use ofthe rifle. I would indulge in many of
their riiralsports ; I‘ would US$10 pipe as a
sign of hospitality '; I have exp ienced it,and
[know the habits which are hardest to part
with or adopt, on entering the civilized life.

‘The Indian, as well as the white man,
clings with ardor to early habits, and coni-
rnonly resigns them at the expense of his
peace ; but example can do much, when we
are in earnest and feel what we are_ about.-
The great object will be, to convert"the ram-
bler over the forest toa domestic character.-
Nature has given him a soul which distlains
the chains of tyranny ; convert his independ-
ence from the ardor of war to the cultivation
of peace with mankind. Nature has taught
his bosom to glow with the flame of love to
the softer sex: let domestic education ttirn
that ardour into kindness and attention, to an
attention which shall elevate his hurthened
squaw to his equal in society, to a companion
ofhis toils and partner of his joys. Nature
has kindled the fires of parental solicitude in
his breast ; let him teach his children indus-
try, duty to their mother, and all theinnocent
sports and amusements of life.

‘ It is easy to conceive what would be the
result: the Indian wigwam would be soon
supplied by a lasting dwelling, and the boun-
tiful fruits ofthe field supply the exertions of
the chase. The roaming tenant ofthe woods
would soon be an ornainent of civil‘society.—
I have no assistant to accompany me with my
designs, though I have many friends in my
country; Ihave much to perform, and but
little beyond personal exertion to accomplish
it. In the choice of amusements much may
be done to prevent vicious’ habits : to the
young and the gay I would recommend such
amusements as are calculated to exercise the
whole frame, and cause a disposition to rest ;
others would be capable ofchoosing fortlietn-
selves. Man is the creature of motives ;and
as he always obeys the most powerful motive,
Iwould frequently appeal, more by actions
than by words, to the leading and master pas-
sion ofthe Indian’s character. That is, after
obtaining his confidence and friendship,which
is never hard for a good man to do, I would
let them see the preferences of my plan, by
directing their attention to the great results of
virtuous irnprovemenrs.

‘The present juncture is more favourable

than at former times on another accoiint.——
Not until within a very few years, have the

brave Indians believed that all the powers on

earth combined could conquer them. The

brave anti gallant Tecumseh, was ofthat o-

pinion : his fall has damped the ardonr, and

crushed the hopes of many ; and now, the wise

and experienced are conscious that they must

either become tenants of the soil, or be soon

lost in the sea of forgetfulness! No idea is

more affecting to the brave Indian warrior,

than that his "very tribe and nation shall perish

from the face ofthe earth ; the love he bears

to his tribe, to his aged parents, his wife and

little ones, has caused him to traverse the

trackless forest for days without food : to risk

his life in battle; and determined him to de-

fend them to the last, or die in the attempt.

‘ Here then is another strong passion to ap-

peal t0. If hf‘. will stiffer so much for his peo-

ple, destroy his comfort, endanger his life ;-

why not do much more for them by burying

the tomahawk at the roots ofthe tree ofpeace,

and take the handles ofthe plough anrl other

useful utensils? Preserve his people froui

annihilation by making them happy. by in-

creasing their comforts, by causing the hearts

ofhis aged parents to bless their industrious

son; and make his wife feel that she hasa

companion and protector in her husband, and

his little ones rioting in all the pleasures of
health and plenty. rapidly approacliing the

meridian of manhood, wise and useful mem-

bers of civil life. I know of no stronger ap-

peal that can be made to the Indian. He is

affectionate ; he is fraternal ; he is patriotic :-—

sticb a people are not likely to neglect the

only means ofarresting the blow which threat-

ens their destruction; means, which as it pro-

vides for the wants and infirmities oflife, af-

fords peace and security to its subjects.

‘ On the banks ofthe St. Francis, or W'hite
river, in a delightful climate, and prolific soil;
where there habits are simple; where nature
has lavished her favors, and emptied (be born

of abundance ; where, with little exertion,the
tenant may reap abundant plenty-—I propose
to lay the plan ofa settlement. By selecting
such a spot, I include many advantages. On
the one hand.I am on the highway to one of
the best markets in the world ; although eight
hundred miles from New-Orleans, I am a
near neighborby the rapidity of steam-boat
navigation. Even Pittsburg and N. Orleans
are now shaking hands, and exchanging civ-
ilities every day. This immense river is stip-
ported by streams issuing from sources from
all directions,forining an area of several thou-
sand miles; and cominands the resources of
all the immeasurable tract offruitful country
included in that circle. Thus we can have
ample course with the civilized world, and at
any time. More than two hundred steam
boats, some 750 tons,now navigate the ‘ nioth-
er of waters,’ and its tributaries ll

‘ On the‘ other hand, after enjoying free in-
terroiirse with all the commercial world, our
situation in the interior gives us all the advan-
tages of an almost interminable wild country,
containing all the delights and beauties of
bountiful nature; penetrated by streams nav-
igable from seven to nine hundred miles with-
out a settler, save some liunter’s temporary
camp : smiling with all the splendid gifts tgf
Providence. My Indian friends can enjoy in
perfect security what they formerly ha rdly. en-
joyed with the risk oftlieir lives. Hunting,
which was formerly an indispensable labour,
now becomes a source of amusement, and re-
laxation from-domestic duties: they will have
plenty ofthe necessaries anti most ofthe com-
forts oflife at home : they have boundless
tracks to roam upon for sport.

‘ The rise of property will be immense; and
the Indians, who have been formerly fooled
out oftheir lands, being now more sensible of
their value, may now become the rightful
owners of wealth and power, and occupy that
dignified station in society. which all should
be ambitions to attain, anti which I am certain
none more richly deserve than they do.”

From the Springfield Journal.
THE CHEROKEES.

Sir-—-I enclose you a letter, which I have
received from John Ross, one ofthe principal
men of the Cherokee tribe oflndians. Sev-
eral gentlemen, who have perused it, have
reqiicsterl that it might be published. If you
think, that it would gratify _vnitI' readers, or

that it would have a tendency to correct the

error,wbicli is too prevalent, that all exertions
to extend the blessings of civilization and
cliristianity to the aborigines of our country
will be fruitless, or that it will strengthen the
hands and encourage the hearts oftliose who
have heretofore felt an iiiterestin this great
work of humanity and benevolence, you are

at liberty to give it publicity. ,
I am wi-h respect, yours, 82c.
SAMUEL Lanmor.

VVest Springfield, Jutie 21, 1824.

IVAsiiiivc'roiv, May 15, 1824.
The Hon. Samuel Latlirop, .

Sir—You have intimated that it would be
interesting to the people ofyour district to re-
ceive a statement respecting the progress of
the schools which have been established under
the direction of missionary societies in the
Cherokee nation, from one who is a native of
that nation. I take great pleasure to give you
a brief view of the subject, and I regret that
itis not in my power at this time to give you
a more detailed account ; especially as the
good people of your state have taken such
deep interest in the concern oftliose missions.
The principal school establishment ofthe A-
merican Board ofCominissioners for Foreign
Missions amongst us, is that at Brainard, and
the nuriiber of pupils of both sexes at that sta-
tion is froni 60 to lO0,varying from incidental
causes, sonieiimes by retiring into the local
schools, which are more convenient to their
aboties, &*.c. There are five local schools in
connexion with this establislniient, and the
sixth perhaps ere now is in-operation ; ineach
ofthoselocal schools there are generally from
25 to 30 children under instrtictioii ; besides
these there is an establishment under the di-
rection of a Baptist Societywhere there are
about the same number of pupils under in-
struction as at Brainerd, and also, one other
under the direction of ‘ The United Brethren}
or Moravian school ; it is one of the oldest
missionary establishments in the nation, and
much good has resulted from it, as well as the
others which have been mentioned ; in all
these schools the children are taught the Eng-
lish, and when out of school the boys are citi-
ployed in husbandry, and other useftil eni-
ployiiients, so as to inculcate a habit ol'iiidus-
try. The girls are taught all the necessary
vocations of domestic concern. The profi-
ciencies made by the pupils in their several
studies, have been remarked with surprise by
every stranger who have visited them-besides
these pleasing improvements, a happy change
has in an extraordinary degree been also
made in the moral and religious condition of
the nation, and many areconsidered as orna-
ments to the Christian churches in which
they have been associated. Independent of
these missionary schools there are some pri-
vate ones through the nation; and it is in con-
templation with ghe chiefs to establish a na-
tional academy, as soon as the pecuniary con-
cerns of the natioit will permit; and also to
put a priming press in operation. \Vitb con-
fidence it may be said that the state ofgener-
al improvement in the nation is advancing in
a prosperous degree. Agriculture is a lead-
ing pursuit of the nation, and it may not be
iinjnoper here to state, that there are some
farms together with their tenements, worth at
least from ten to fifteen thousand dollars, ex-
clusive ofsrock ; though btit a few of such val-
ue, yet there are many citizens ofthe nation,
whose means are amply sufficient for exteiid-
ing their improveuients to such valuation, if
disposed; there are several native merchants
employing sufficient capital for any retail
store in any place affording the same popula-
tion. _Althoiiglt it is true that a majority of
the nation is poor, and greatly in darkness;
yet the same causes which have produced
Christianity, civilization and wealth in some
are in like manner accessible and may in
time be enjoyed by them all. It is therefore
an important consideration, that those who
have tasted the frtiits of civilization, should
not withdraw themselves from their unimpro-
ved brethren, but that they should use all their
influence .and exertion to elevate them equal
with themselves; under this sense of duty the
whole nation cannot fail of being in due time
completely civilized—to ensure wliich,wisdoiii
anti prudence strongly forbid any precipitate
change in the administration of their govern-
ment, but the changes should keep pace with
their condition; by such process they may be
completely civilized and be made fully pre-
pared to be incorporated with the U. States.

Every husbandinan knows,that a fruit mi-ist
be fully ripe before its seed will sprout and
grow to perfection, and that the seed of an
unripe fruit will never grow, btit will putrify
and be unprofitable. Just so would be the fate
ofa large portion ofthe Cherokees,were they
to be merged into the population of the civili-
zed community, before they are fully prepar-
ed for the change ;but give them the necessa-
ry time for preparation and they may come
into the Union with all usefulness to them-
selves and to the American family. And it
is within the sphere ofpossibility,that a ‘Vasil-
ington, a Newton, a Brainerd, or one equal to
the greatest man the world ever produced,
may spring from such confederation.

May you return safely to your own fireside,
and there enjoy the fund embraces of your
family, in health,,prosperity, and happiness, is
the sincere prayer of ‘

Sjr, your very obedient servant,
JNO. Ross.
CHINESE YoU'riis.——The two Chinese
youths,William Alum and Henry Martyn Al-
an, whom we have noticed as studying at the
Mission School in Cornwall, are residing in
this city during the acadeniical recess. We
have had an opportunity of conversing with
them, and witnessing their progress in the ac-
quisition of knowledge. Tlieimprcssion ex-
cited is that of surprise and gratification.
While examining their various specimens of
original composition in Englisli,viewiiig their
very neat peiiinaiisbip, and receiving sensible
and satisfactory answers to questions, we
could not but feelemotions of gratitude to
that Providence who had led these bcnighted
youths to a Christian land. When we heard
them sing in a correct and devotional manner
one of Zion’s songs, we could not but regret
that two or three Chinese only, arelearning
of Christ and hirii crucified. Yet He who
needetli not man’: help, can bless the future
christian labors of these youths to the good of
perishing tlioiisands. Attend to this sugges-
tion, we pray you,ye_favored many,who dwell
in the broad beams of gospel light !—Tliese
Asiatir-k yontlis are doubtless thrown upon
yotir Christi:-.n liberality by God himself, who
will see what " will hecoine oftheni.”—Shall
they return to their deluded countrymen with

‘ the tale that in tlielrnidst of Christian plenty

they found nought but liusks? That intlie land
of religious light all was dark to them? '
We hope better things, and believe that the
pious labours of the Female Society, which
supports and educates these youths, will not
p—ove unayailing for want of countenance and
co-operatiori.
' The spirit of the gospel, it is abundantly
manifest, is that of benevolence and good will
to man. Of this the Pagan creed knows rio-
thing, and it is extremely difficult for the hen-
then to account for the existence ofthat char-
ity which is intent on diffusing the blessings
of Christianity to the utterniost parts of the
earth. A letter has been received from the
father of one of these youths, in reply to an
account given by his son of his presentsitua-
tioii, prospects,8:.c. This letter exhibits strong
iiicredulity on the part of the'parent. Ac-
customed to witness the operations of selfish-
ness only’on the human heart, he cannot coit-
ceive why expense should be incurred and
kindness be lavished on strangers,and he asks,
‘ Who will pay the debt 5?’ May the future
multiplicity of similar deeds of heiicvolence,
leave on the Pagan heart iinpressions favora-
ble to the reception ofthe gospel.—Phil.pa.

FROM nwicin-’s TRAVELS.

./I singular escrimplc of Integrity.-Among
the prisoners taken by the Americans at the
battle of Hoosac, was an inhabitant of Han-
cock, in the county of Berkshire, 3. plain far-
mer, named Richard Jackson. This man
had conscientiously taken the British side in
the Revolutioiiary contest, and felt himself
bound to seize the earliest opportunity ofeiii-
ploying himself in the service of his Sove-
reign. Iearing that Colonel Baum was ad-
vancing with a body of troops towards Ben-
ningtori, he rose early, saddled his horse, and
rode to Hoosac, intending to attach hiinselfto
this corps. Herelie was taken, in such cir-
cumstances as proved his intention beyond
every reasonable doubt. He was besides too
l-ioiiest to deny it. Accordingly he was trans-
mitted to Great-Barrington, then the shire-
town of Berkshire, and placed in the hands of
General Fellows, High Sheriff of the corin-
ty, who immediately confined him in the
county gaol. This building was at that time
so infirm, that without a guard no prisoner
cotild be kept in it, who wished to make his
escape. ’I‘o escape, however, was in no de-
gree consonant with I{ichard’s idea of right,
and he thought no more seriously ofmaking
an attempt oftliis nattire, than he would have
done had he been in his own house. After
he had laiti quietly in gaol a few days, hetolil
the Sheriffthat he was losing his time and
earning nothing, and wished that he would
permit him to go out and work in the day
time: promising to return regularly at evening
to his quarters in the prison. The Sheriff
had become acquainted with his character,
and readily acceded to his proposal. Accord-
ingly, Richard went out regularly during the
remaining part ofthe autumn, and the follow-
ing winter and spring, until the beginning of
May, and every night returned at the proper
hour to the gaol. In this manner he perfor-
med a day’s work every day, with scarcely a-
ny exception besides the Sabbath through
the wliole period.

In the month of May he was to be tried for
high treason. The Sheriffaccordingly made
preparations to conduct him to Springfield,
where his trial was to be held. But he told

the Slieritftliat it was not worth his while to

take this trouble, for he could just as well go

alone, and it would save both the expense and

the inconvenience ofthe Sheriff’s journey.-—

The Sheriff, after a little reflection, assented

to his proposal, and Ricliard commenced his

journey,—-the only one, it is believed, which

was ever undertaken in the saute manner for

the same object. In the woods ofTyringhain

he was overtaken by the Honourable T. Ed-

wards, from whom I had this story. ‘ IVhiih-

er are you going?’ said Mr. Edwards. ‘ To

Springfield, Sir,’ answered Richard, ‘to be

tried for my life.’ Accordingly he proceeded

directly to Springfield, surrendered himself to

the Sheriff of I-Iampshire, was tried, found

guilty, and condemned to die.

The Council of Massachusetts was, at this
time, the supreme executive ofthe State.-
A pplication w as made to this board for pardon.
The facts were stated, the evidence by which
they were supported, and the sentence ground-
ed on them. ‘The question was then put by
the President, ‘ Shall a pardon be granted to
Richard Jackson ?’ The gentleman who first
spoke observed, that the case was perfectly
clear ; the act alleged against Jackson was
unquestionably high treason—and the proof
was cotnplete. Ifa pardon be granted in this
case, he saw no reason why it should not be
granted in every other. In the same manner
answered those who followed him. IVhen it

came to the turn of Mr. Edwards, he told his
story, with those little circumstances ofpartic-

ularity, which, tho’ they are easily lost from

mernory,and have escaped inirie,give light and

shade, a living reality,‘and a picturesque ini-

pressiveness, to every tale which is fitted to

enforce conviction, or to touch the heart. At

the same he recited it without enhancement,

without expatiating, without any attempt to
be pathetic. As is always the case, this sim-
plicity gave the narration its full force. The
Council began to hesitate. One of the mem-

bers at length observerl,‘ Certainlygsuch a

man as this ought not to be sent to the gal-

lows.’ To his opinion the members unanim-

ously assented. A pardon was immediately

made out and transmitted to Springfield, and

Richard returned to his family. Never was
a stronger proof exhibited that Honesty is
wisdom.

From the Pltiladclphia Jlurora.
“ CATCH A WEAZEL AsLi:i:p.”

A number of our ship carpenters, who re-
cently “turned otit” for higher wages, and a
few sail makers, hired a small sloop for the
purpose of celebrating the Fourth of July at
the Capes ofthe Delaware.‘ On reaching the
place, however, they were unable to realize
their anticipated enjoyment, and being full of
gin and independence, they, after weighty de-
liberation, resolved upon cruising in pursuit of
adventures. Their stores were ample, and
having appointed a “ Commodore,” they set
sail with ‘buoyant hearts and spirits free as air.’

After cruising for some time without suc-
cess, the U. S. schr. Weazel hove in view,
and gave to the almost drooping spirits oftheir
commodore, the hope of accomplishing some-
thing worthy of liiinself. I shall not pretend
to describetlie soul piercing flash that darted
tlirotigli the mist of theliquor from his half-

tbunged eye, when he first beheld his desiiiicd

 

prey, wounding the bosom ofthe amorous wa-
ter, that kissed the prow in sport and wanton‘-

wliich arose from the gallant crew, and rent
the troubled air, when orders were given to
to IE‘ bear down upon her," and make her yield
sti missive to their power.—The .order was
promptly obeyed: up went the sails; and as
the beligerentforces floated towardseach other
:;A Icqluibagdstilltaslgelgthg h
in tie o est ie is reat
For a time.”

Up: when within‘ musket shot the Commodore,
wit i a degree of proinptiiess which distin-
guishes our American commanders ordered
the schooner to send tier papers aboard iiiiine-
diately, or dread impending ruin.——Capr.
45““lZ|"gf3|‘i who was at loss to understand the
nature of the demand, iiiauifested, as the
Coniniodore thought some reluctance in corn-
plying, when in order to enforce obedience to
this mo_dest.request, a musket was fired from
the cabin window of the sloop-——Capt. Z. uti-
willing llltlt.lhe' commodore should have all
the fun on his side, ordered a 12 potxnder to
be fired over tliei_n_,- and_ square off to give it
second broadside it necessary,buton clearing‘,
up of the sinoke,the pot-valotir ofour commo-
dore evaporated, he, with halfhis crew, were
discovered on their knees, exclaiining, “ as
yoti are brave be merciful.”

The boat was then sent aboard, not with
papers biitwvitli orders to bring the Coiiiino-
dlore with his crew aboardctlie schooner,where
tiey were examined, and apt. Z. having sat-
isfied hiniselfjthat they weretrue and doyal
citizens of this coinnionwcailtli, in pursuit of
pleasure, after detaining them for four hours,
permitted_ them to return to their sloop, on
their pl‘OflllSlll°‘ that they would IISVCI‘ attempt
I-IO catch a “ If easel asleep again.

flnolher fatal Steam-Boat accident has oc-

steam-ferry-hoats, while lying atthe Jersey
dock on the lflth inst.-snddeiily burst, with
great violence. Miss Charlotte Nelson, an
adopted dauglitei of Mr. P. V. Ledyard, of
this city, ‘who was sitting in the little rootii on
deck, which is only divided by a thin partition
from the boiler, was instantly killed. Mr.
‘Vest, the pilot ofthe boat, who was standing
on the wharf close by, was badly scalded, as
was a colored inan,one ofthe hands on board ;
they are both, however, doing well. The en-
gine is on the low pressure principle, and the
boiler of copper. There were several other
persons on board who, not being in the direc-
tion ofthe explosion, escaped unhurt.

The probable cause of the accident was the
neglect to keep the boiler sufficiently filled
with water. Copper. when heated, loses its
tenacity, and rends like'\vet paper ; and from
the appearance of the boiler it would seem
that six or seven feet in length, immediately
over the fire, gave way at once. Hence the
violence ofthe explosion.’ VVe are informed,
and we state it as a subject of well-founded
animadversion upon the Company, that there
was,no engineer on board the boar, nor any
person of competent knowledge and respon-
sibility, as to the management of so irresisti-
ble, so useful, biit so dangerous an instrument.
as a steam-engine. It is a singular coa
incidence, that the lessees of this ferry were
to hold SI meeting to-day, for the purpose of
giving up their lease, and relinquishing the
ferry to the Corporation, on account o_fits tiri-
productivencss.—-.N'. Y. ..dinerican.

PUBLIC ACTS.
An act in addition to an act for the settlement
ofEstates, testate, intestate and insolvent.

§ 1. Be it enacted, 8,1. That wheiiever the
Executor or Administrator ofany estate shall
exhibit to the Court ofProbate for allowance
his administration account, or when sd. court
shall have appointed a time and pl: 0.; for
hearing said account ; said Court shall direct
the said Executor or Administrator to give
public noticeto all persons interested therein
to appear at such time and place as saidCourt
shall have appointed.by advertising in a news-
paper or otherwise. for such time as sd. Court
shall deem reasonable ;and all persons inter-
ested in said estate may appear and be heard
thereon.

§ 2. That it Court of Probate in exercising
the powers conferred by the °26tb section of
the act to which this is an addition, shall be
authorised to set otit to a widow, any property
ofthe deceased exempt by law from being ta-
ken in execution.

Q3. That if any creditor or heir to any as-
tate shall object to the appointment of the
widow or next ofkin,as administrator or admi-
nistratrix on such estate,the Judge of Probate
may appoint any other person whom he shall
deem proper. Juno 9., 1894.

Approved, OLIVER IVo1.co'i'T.
An Act in addition to an act entitled an " Act

to secure the cities of Hartford and New

Haven from damage by fire, by regulating

the mode ofbuilding.‘

b 1. Be it enacted, &'c., That, in case any
wooden building already erected, or hereafter
to be erected, shall be removed, to any place
within the limits in the city of New Haven,
mentioned in the act to which this is an ad-
dition, no chimney, fire-place, or stove Shall
be erected, maintained, or set tip in any such
building, or in any addition thereto.

b 9.. flnd be i't_/‘urllzer enacted, That every
person who shall erect, maintain or set tip, or
cause to be erected maintained or set tip any
chimney, fire-place, or stove, contrary to the
provisions of this act shall forfeit and pay to
the Treasury of the county of New Haven a
fine, not less than one hundred dollars, nor
more .tlian one thousand dollars, according to
the nature and aggravation ofthe offence.

June 3, 18524-—Apprm-ed,

OLIVER IVoLco'r'r.
An Act in addition to an Act entitled ‘an Act
for encouragiuer and regulating Fisheries.’

Be it enacted, 8;c., That no eel wires, eel
racks, or walls with-eel pots or dams, for the
ptirposc of catching fish or other purposes,
shall be set, erected, or made in, on, or across
ibe‘Ousatonic river, at any place below New,-
Milford Falls, at any season ofthe )’eal‘,Wlllf:l_l
will impede or obstruct the natural and usual
course of the Fish, either tip or down said
river, and whosoever shall erect or make any
such ohsti-uction,shall forfeit and paythe sum
ofonc hundred dollars, to the use of him who
shall site tlierefor, and prosecute his suit to
effect ; and every such wire, wall, rack, or ob-
struction shall be deemed a common nuisance,
and may be removed as sncli.

Jtiiie 1, 18’-2’!-Approved,
. OLIVER ll OLCOTT.

ess. Nor shall we describe the shout of joy’

curred. The boiler ofone ofthe Powles-hook '