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POETICAL.
FROM THE FITTSBL’RO GAZETTE.
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In the uphill of llfr, when I find I am toiling',
v M ay my fate no less fortunate prove,
Than a well furnished purse to assist my turmoilmg',
And a dear little girl that 1 love :
With a cellar well stor’d, and a cook to my mind,
And a friend that ne’er wishes to borrow ;
I’ll indulge my good humor whene’er so inclined,
And invite him to dinner to-morroW.
With a coat to my back, that I’m able to pay for,
Whether specie or paper prevail;
And a wife who at church, I shall ne’er have to stay for,
And a brewer that gives me good ale;
With a couch to recline on, a valet to wait,
And tobacco lo puff away sorrow !
I’d envy not Finny, Ins'honor or state,
Nor exchange places with him to-morrow.
From political storms, may my mind be completely
Secured by its indolent ease ;
And my wife when address’d, always answer me sweetly,
“Just, my dear s»r, as you please.”
From duns and from lawyers,aloof may I stand,
And from sycophants lend, ask, nor borrow;
But if such intrude, have a porter at hand,
To invite them politely—to-morrow.
May I ne’er have a foe, who is mean and intriguing,
Nor ever a coward offend ;
May I never become, either dull nr fatiguing,
Nor e’er have a garrulous friend ;
Thus gilding thro* life, without labor or guile,
With a face free from wrinkle or furrow ;
Even death ! from his errand, will linger a while,
And still put it off till to-morrow.
MISCELLANY.
*UH THE MILLEDGEVILLE REFLECTOR.
Mr. Editor,—In your last week's paper 1
read with due commiseration a most pitable
case of matrimonial infelicity. Poor Mal-
edirt Hymen, it seems, has been rather un
fortunate in the selection of his Eve, whom
he is not disposed to call in the language of
Adam, « the last, best gift of heaven.” H f
remarks that she not only refuses to foetid
his hose, but what is infinitely worse, is con •
tent to go with her heels entirely bare. In
deed, Mr. Editor, this is extremely singular.
I will venture to assert that there is not an
other person in the state, who ran assign a
similar cause of complaint against his wife.
In these times of extravagance, husbands
eeeM much more inclined to reprove the pre
vailing disposition of their wives not-only
to envelop tbeir heels, but their heads, and
whole persons in the richest, and most costly
materials which fancy and varying fashion
can devise. But it is still more strange that
his Julia, who it appears was a handsome
fashionable belle, fond of music, painting,
dancing, and embroidery ; and who had po
lished her taste with the classic productions
of Scott and Byron, should so soon after
marriage he metamorphosed into a slip-shod,
bare-heeled slut Tlie influence of ex
ample is very considerable ; and probably
Julia has imbibed some of the qualities of her
disaffected husband.—The most beautiful and
lovely flowers will wither, andlose their bloom
and fragrance, when transplanted from a cul
tivated garden, to a corser soil where nothing
hut weeds can grow. But no doubt poor
Maledict will deny that his own example
wrought this odious change in his wife. Per
haps he will say (with a wise shake o'f the
head) as Virgil has said before him, u femina
est mutabile et varium”—a Woman is a
changeable and fickle thing, and doubtless
he thinks she seldom changes for the better.
I am aware, Mr, Editor, that the female cha
racter has received partirulamttention from
the satirist as well as the eulogist. By the
first, it has often been disgustingly carica
tured, and made to exhibit the unseemly
characteristics of folly, ignoranys and flip
pant levity. But the more‘impartial hand of
the panegyrist has dipped his pencil into the
most beautiful colors, and drawn a captivat
ing portrait; one which does justice not only
to the personal attractions of the sex, but is
at the same time expressive of innocence,
suavity of disposition, intelligence, and refin
ed sensibilityr*Blt is the latter picture which
I delight to aontemplate ; and to the truth
and accuracy, of which I sincerely,subscribe.
It is true, however, that there are individual
exceptions, one of whom it appears has fal
len to the lot of poor Maledict; who proba
bly in the bitterness of his conjugal disap
pointment, is ready to pVonounce with the
dramatist—
«> If you would give all worldly plagues a name,
Worse than they have already—call them wife.”
Were it in my power I would gladly extend
an alleviating hand to relieve him from his
woes.; but I humbly apprehend that Ids case
is hardly susceptible of complete corrective;
and therefore would dll vise him to bear with
stern fortitude, the yoke which his own in
discretion has placed upon his neck.—Let
him remember the equanimity of Socrates,
amidst the ceaseless and clamorous volubili
ty of Xantippc's tongue, and imitate as
nearly as possible hid philosophical patience.
J fear poor Maledict will think this advice
rather stale',, and equally applicable to every
vicissitude of life, like an universal nostrum
which the empiric prescribes for every species
of diseased It must bq granted that it is a
common, aud generally a very provoking
practice for all advisers to urge patience and
fortitude, under every misfortune. Never
theless I do not know any other specifics
more suitable to the hapless cage of poor
Maledict.
Perhaps if he was to appeal to some sage
dceccudant of Esculapius for consolatory
counsel concerning his spouse, he would be
told, that tlicsickly season was fast approach
ing , and that death would no doubt soon
dispatch a legion of baleful ministers, com
posed of fevers, coughs and colds, and that
“ Perhaps fiomc ill,
Much kinder than the rest, iaav,^tophcr breath,
And free poor Maledict from bondage.”*
Probably if he were to accost some pettifog
ging Pomposo, for the same ' purpose, he
would at once begin to talk most learnedly
about divorces, “ a mensa et tlioro”, and di
vorces “ a vinculo, matrimonii.” But 1 who
am neither a doctor or lawyer, will not at
tempt to soothe him with hopes so evane
scent and illusory, but must once more and
lastly advise him to exercise Job’s particular
virtue.
Alt hough Maledict has been tolerably min
ute, in detailing the considerations which in
duced him to thrust hishead into a matrimoni
al noose, so extremely uncomfortable, yet he
has said nothing With regard to the portion of
his wife. Itis to the great ascendancy which
wealth maintains in matrimonial arrange
ments, that many hymeneal malcontents
owe their misery. Perhaps Maledict w'as
seized with that terrible disorder now so
prevalent in Georgia, denominated the mo
ney mania, and married less through’ pure
aflertion, thanf a desire to augment what he
terms his “ decent abundance.” If such
were really the case he has met with condign
punishment for hb.oupidity. If it were not,
lie is the move entitled to our commiseration,
and will hardly take offence at my surmise ;
for in those times of general avarice, no sug
gestion could he more natural..
Now, Mr. Editor, after wishing that the
« gayest, happiest attitude of tilings,” may
vet take place between Maledict and his
spouse, he will hardly charge me with a want
of politeness, if I should digress from his
particular condition, and be a little more gen
eral'in my remarks.
It has been observed by some satiric pun
ster that matrimony has become a mere mat-
ter-of-moneij, and indeed there js more truth
than wit in this play upon words. The first
inducement to a matrimonial compact seems
now to he an affirmative answer to the uni
versal inquiry—Is she or lie rich ? There is
no adjective in the English or any other lan
guage that can boast equal power with this
mighty monosylable rich. Every other epi
thet sinks Jtito comparative insignificance
when brought into ronl^Jetioh with it. It can
avert the contempt due to intellectual sterili
ty, and makes the parasite bend a servile knee
to the wealthy idiot. It can purchase cour
teous attentions to frontless vilt any, which
ought to be abashed by the indignant ar.d ne
ver-relaxing frowti of virtue. Its influence
is not less extensive in the province of hymen
—for it ran plant smiles and roses on the
withered cheek of old age, andevin render
deformity lovely.
Letycur imagination,Mr.Editor, waft you
to some place of fashionable resort, and there
observe the most striking personages. It
would not he surprising if you were to ask—
What blooming, beauteous maid is that at
tended by her aged and decrepit fattier ?—
And as you are not yet hound in hymeneal
chains, and like myself ran feel
“The play of fancy and the dance of blood,”
Which female loveliness is so apt to excite,
it would be perfectly natural for you to wish
yourself in the old gentleman’s place. But
hold, sir ! do not even whisper your desire,
lest you arouse in his bosom the demon of
jealousy—You have been led into an excusa
ble error by the obvious disparity in their
years. But you must know that she is
his wife, instead of his daughter ! lie was
a rich old wiseacre, and fell in love with her
youthful bloom and animation, and she, poor
thing, became enamored—not with him, but
his riches. They have united their fates, and
their marriage is just as rational as the union
of the gayest insect of spring with the vilest
croaking toad of the marsh. Her only com
pensation for yielding her youth and beauty
to his dull embrace, is to be called rich, and
roll in splendid misery along the haunts of her
humbler, though happier days. Be not sur
prised,Mr. Editor—for it is said that any One
can be successful w ith the fair who w ill make
his advances, like Jupiter, in a shower of
gold. Turn your eyes in another direction,
an4 you will probably inquire w hat shame
less young man is he who seems to observe
his mother with so much malignity and aver
sion. You have been led into another mis
take, and from the same cause. Unfortu
nately for their mutual tranquility, she is his
wife, instead of his mother. She was a rich
superanuated widow, and he a young man
well qualified to secure a decent competen
cy—buthe Was caught with the delusive
splendor of opulence, and married hcV for
her wealth : their lives have ever Since been
embittered with strife and contention,and lie,
alas,too late has discovered, that w ealth with
an old widow,cannot ensure happiness.—But
inetliiiiks I hear you eagerly inquire, what
pleasing pair is that walking so sociably un
der the umbrageous arms of those lofty oaks ?
and I fancy that I hear you add that you
feci an involuntary impulse to pronounce them
happy. Your confidence, Sir. Editor, in
•A parody an the following lines in the tragedy ofCato
** . .... Perhaps some arm
More lucky titan the rest, may reach his heart
And free the world from bondage,”
their felicity is not groundless.—They arc in
full enjoyment of domestic bliss. Their conn
tenancies display the serenity which reigns ii
their hearts ; not such as arises from insen
sibility, which rs characterised
“ With thoughtless eye and sauntering pace
Ami broad felicity of face,”
but such as is felt by virtuous and contem
plative minds. They converse together with
the sweetest complacence, and their eyes
speak mutual benignity. Before their union,
neither of them could command the Vain
supei'fluitics which affluence procures ; but
the warmth of getiial affection animated
their bosoms. They have since acquired a
decent fortune ; and blessed in each other,
they glide down the stream of life as placid*
ly as Ilalcyops brooding, o’er a summer
sea.” That you, Mr. Editor, may realize
equal happiness, and continue to cheer and
instruct us with the light of your Reflector,
is'tlie heart-felt wish with w hich I shall con
clude my remarks, and perhaps your fa
tigue. NO MISOGAM 1ST.
Millcdgeville, July 2Gdi, 1813.
RELIGION.
The following eloquent observations are dxtraciea iroQi
the Election Sermon, preached before the legislature
of Connect.cut, at the commencement of their late
sess.on, by the Rev. Harry Crostvell, an Episcopal
minister. His text was, “‘Render unto Caesar the thinpjj
which be Cnesar‘s, and unto God the tiling's wh*cli be
God’s #
“ But if we owe thus much to Ctesar, to
avr civil government, how much more do we
owe to God !—to that Almighty Rider, who
created us by his power, who preserves us
by his providence, who redeemed no by his
love, and who sanctifies us by his grace.—
W e must not only obey him, b it eur obedi
ence milst be prompted by that love and gra
titude, which carry the whole heart and soul
rnto his service. We must he tributary to
him; but instead of that perishable substance
which .derives its value from the image anil
superscription of an earthly prince, the tri-
j liule which we owe to him is that living and
immortal spirit,, which is rendered invalua
ble by the “ form, and pressure,” the 'image
and the name of God ! The entire energy
I of the soul must be poured out in reverence,
in worship and adoration, or v/e withhold
that tribute which we owe to our Almighty
Sovereign. We possess no treasure that can
be substituted for this tribute—nothing can
exempt us from this obedience. No outward
forms of submission—no cold or formal com
pliance with appointed ordinances—no zefcl
or fervency in support of peculiar doctrines
or tenets—no vain glorious or arrogant pre
tensions to exclusive sanctity—no sacrifices
that we can possibly make, save only the
sacrifice of the heart, can prove acceptable
to our heavenly Master.”
STOP THE RUNAWAYS.
RAN A WAY from the subscri
ber’s plantation, near Eatonton,
two negro fellows, one named Bl-
licx. 40 or 45 years of age, about
six feet high, and proportionate
,ize. of a yellowish complexion,
nr a full blouaed negro, and of humble manners.
The other named Solomon, 18 or 19 years of agW.
of middle size, smooth skin, and "rather dark
complexion, thick pouting lips, full eves, and
bends more than usual in his knees when he
walks—had on oinaburg and tow linen clothes
when they went away. They will make for Vir
ginia. A liberal reward will be given, for their
apprehension and secure meet, and in c-.se of de
livery all expenses paid.
C. B. STRONG.
Eatonton, Georgia, July 1, 1318.
notice.
B ROKE out of a grass lot, near Mn »•
on the 2d inst. a bay Mare, new fill '. ce ’K
ugh, and has a saddle hurt on her ba ( L en ^ n,l,
xpected she will make for N - - ck ‘
.viil pass through Sparta or Washineto'n' 118 ’. ‘" 1
-ral reward will be given any p er3u 0 n i
secure said mare, so that the" subscribe
It is
given person, M } 10 ^
can ge!
TAMES C. HP.AI.T_
Monticello, July 15.
DR. N. II. BOWEL
R espectfully informs the citizen
Jasper county, that he has established V
residence in Monticello, and will at all t
attend punctually to the discharge of tliose*n”’
fessional duties, which may devolve on him * l ’iT
occupies as a shop, a part of Mr. Hascall’s'st *
house, where he may generally be found, eseUi
when engaged on professional business. ™
TOR SALE
A valuable Tract of ‘Land within three
/V of Milledgeville, well adapted to the ?
tureuf corn, cotton and wheat—The suhsc V
ileems.lt unnecessary to say much cf the nu r'
of the land, as it is presumed no one -will T
chase, without viewing the premises, at Jiv
time the terms can be known. ' at *
7(ilv 0] WILLIAM SCrniOCK.
GROCERIES. *
T HE subscribers inform their friends and (L
public, that they have on hand a C J
general assortment of Groceries, of the fint
qualities, which they will dispose of on reason
ble terms.
JOHN II. WRIQIIT & cn
Milledgevittc, July 20.
N O TICE is hereby given, that we shall
piy to the Inferior Court of Putnam conn.
ty. sitting for ordinary purposes, for commission.
ersto divide the estate of Daniel Bauab, dec'l
ninety days after date.
DANIEL WHITE, .5
' WILLIAM BAUGH, \ “"A
March 4th, 1818.
N INE months after date, application iviiiht
made to the Court of Ordinary, of Morju
county, for leave to sell the real estate of lift
Ham B. Walls, deceased, for the benefit of the
heirs and creditors of said estate,
MATHEW COCHRAM.adV.
March 2, 1817.
N INE months afte date application sill kt
made, to the Court of Ordinary of Jjsw
county, for leave to sell the estate of Gmi
M’Afee, deceased, for the benefit of the heirs a4
creditors of said estate.
william Armstrong, adm’r.
May 7, 18;5.
SALE OF AFRICAN SLAVES.
O N Monday the 17th of August next, in the
town of Milledgeville, will be exposed to
public sale, to the highest bidder, between 60
and 70 prime African Slaves, which have been
forfeited to the state of Georgia, in consequence
of their having been introduced contrary to the
Laws of this state, and of the United States.—
Indisputable titles will be made and prompt pay
ment required. .Sales tocontinue from day to
day until completed!
By order of the Governor,
Charles Williamson, Agent.
June 15.
GRIN U. CARSTARPHEN A CO
7HSHE firm of Orin 1). Carstarphen & Co. was
3. dissolved on the 25th of December last—
All persons indebted to the said firm, will please
chll at the Store of Goodrich &, Carstarphen,
next door to Kendrick’s tavern, and settle their
respective accounts and notes, with Orin I), Car
starphen, who is duly authorized to grant dis
charges and receive payment.
OKIN D. CARSTARPHEN.
JESSE BLEDSOE.
WEST GOODRICH.
Eatonton, June 26, 1818.
T
THE SALUDA MINERAL SPRINGS.
HESE Springs are situated within six miles
of Cambridge, near the Saluda river, in an
elevated and healthy part of the country. The
efficacy of their waters in the cure of many dis
eases, nas been fully established; none can be
better for those who are affected with dispepsia,
or have been long laboring under ahy debility.
The waters are impregnated with sulphur, iron,
lime and magnesia. Suitable accommodations
are prepared for the reception of company, by
M rs. Chiles, and every pains will be taken to ren
der a stay at the Springs agreeable, on terms as
moderate as the situation of the country will ad
mit.
Cambridge, S. C. Tunc 16,1818-
NOTICE.
V FTER the expiration of nine months fim
the date hereof, i shall make application#
the honorable the court o! ordinary of llurh
county for leave to sell a certain tract of laul,
containing 202 1-2 acres, lying and being in thi
24th district ef-VVilkinson county, (nowTwig!
county,) said land drawn in the name of Jicth
Rodgers, Bulloch county, and known byihefy
272, to be sold fir the benefit of the heirs ofllii>
ly Fulgham, deceased.
CADER FAIRCHILD,adra’r.
ib right of his wife.
February 7, 1818.
GEORGIA, BALDWIN INFERIOR COURT,
{ Hittingfur ordinrnyj purpose*, March 2,1811.
TWIN the application of Sarah MiHiiuW
J administratrix of the estate of Willim
Millinder dec’d, to be dismissed from said
ministration •—It is ordered, that after sit
months public notice hereof, has been gi'tl
in one of the Gazettes, of this state, the ii
ministratrix wi be dismissed, unless cause It -
the contrary be shewn, at the next term of till
court, after the expiration of said notice, to
which all concerned will please pay attention.
Taken from the minutes of said court.
ABNER LOCKE,clerk.
CAUTION.
\ LL persons are hereby cautioned sgtW
trading foe a note of hand, signeo
Alyah Dennis and the subscriber, for the siW
eight hundred dollars ; likewise a note ofhwl
for one hundred dollars signed by the subscribe
both in favor of A. &. J. Kerr, dated the 50tht<
April, 1818, the former payable on the 25th«
December next, the latter on demand wluchsaw
two notes will not be paid as they were frD | h‘
lently obtained, which will clearlv appw fr®*
the following affidavit. ROWE HARR^
GEORGIA, PUTNAM COUNTY.
P ERSONALLY appeared before me Hewj
N. Coulter of Richmond countv, Georiiij
and being duly sw.orn, deposeth and sayeffi that
the above named two notes are fraudulent,**
they were ofitainedon an account, apart of
was due tft himself alone, for wares and
dize sold by himself ta said Harris which thes*W
Harris has settled with the said Coulter for*;
And furthermore the said Coulter deposeth **
sayetb, that the said A. & J. Kerr nor atfy ?w f
person or pceions ever were authorised ore®'
powered to settle or collect said accounts.
HENRY N. COULTER
Sworn and subscribed before m», Idl'iofW
1818. joelhurt.t e
*»* The editors of the Augusta Chronicle**
publish the above advertisement four times,**“
forward their account to the subscrii'er for P’1'
inent. ROWE llARR's.
PRACTICE OF MEDICINE.
D R. WHITE having permanently 1°®**?*
himself at the plantation belonging t® l !lf
estate of Major Edward White, near Fo*<*
mills, will attend promptly to any professi®?'
call?, Jones county June tft