From the Newbem Spectator.
The Centripetal and Centrifugal forces.
Vhat know we of the Universe? wise men
Hove tho't & proved beyond a doubt, that Mars
And Venus are like our earth and then,
That Mars and Venus are like other stars
Ergo-- all stars are like the earth, and must
Therefore be made of clay and sand and dust.
llere stopt the Icarn'd inquiry or if they
Did try to find out what the sun could be,
They only proved it was the source of day,
And left us in as much obscurity,
About its composition, as a fool
Is of Algebra or a Latin rule.
This much we know, it is not like the earth,
Or any of the planets, that it turns
Upon its axisev'ry day; -its ginh
Much larger than the earth's, and thai it burns
Our skins, yet 'lis not made of fire they ay,
Or long ago 'twould have been burnt away.
The centripetal would drive us to the
Sun, the centrifugal the other way;
And both combined, all learned men agree,
Would balance earth, 'for ever and a day"
So all the planets have the same good laws,
But suns are balanced without any c.v.He.
They say each planet tries to draw the sun
To its own carcass, if that be the rase,
The planets could not wish for better fun
Than lead it forward on a "wild
(Whene'er they chanced to pull the self same!
If not opposed by a superior force.
Unbalanced then, it has no certain place,
To cut its capers in, aul certainlv,
Would now and then be flying in one's face,
Or with some distant planet have a spree;
But "har.dn divine hav made the suns,& hence,
''The suns!" (thank ) -have too much natu
ral sense."
Such are the reasons that the learn'd have "iv'n,
Why each sun performs its revolution '
Day after day, and still remains in heav'n,
Fix'd and unwavering; wondrous solution!
To move its seat the planets spare no pains,
Alas! poor things! the sun has too much brains!
'Tis folly, Raymond, to believe such stuff,
Both suns aud pltncts 'round their centres
wheel;
Like forces govern both 'tis plain enough,
Only wise men in marvel love love to deal
The suns and planets both obey the call
Of the centriprt and centrifugal. A. L.
EPITAPH.
Beneath this old tump,
Lies honest Joe Clump,
Who through his whole life fear'd no evil;
Yet up he will jump,
When he hears the last trump,
And triumph o'er dpath and the devil.
East Indus The B itih East lnJ a
possessions extend, with few interrup
tions, and those only of tributary ur ;illied
States, from Cape Cnrinoriti to the Hitn
nl.iy.i niountnins. This immense territo
ry comprehends the richest pnrt of the
ctiminent of Asm, contains a hundred
millions of inhabitants, and yields an an
nual revenue of about 22,000,000, or a
hundred millions of dollars. The land
forces consist of 250,000 native and 35,
000 British troops. The debt of the
company in 1832vvas 49,210,000. Tin;
civil and military servants of the compn
ny do not exceed 4000, with whom all
the business is transacted and their ar
mies officered. The total number of
whites who exist mnng the hundred mil
lions of Indian inhabitants does not ex
ceed 4U,UU0. fco enormous, says a wri
ter in rSlackwood's Magazine, is the dis
proportion between the British rulers
and the native subjects, that it is literally
true what the Hindoos say, that if every
one of the followers of Hramah were to
throw a handful of earth on the Euro
peans, they would be buried alive in the
mid.t of their conquests. Only sixteen
yar hnve elapsed since the Mahratta
Confederacy was finally broken up and
destroyed, and the Indian government
peaceably in possession of these domin
ions. 1 he pro.s receipts and disburse
ment of the East India Company since
1314, have amounted to lno norrnus
Sum of43.103,336,or nearly two thou
sand four hundred millions "of dollars.
lialt. American.
lions has just been printed, from which it
ippcars that up to the Nth May, inclu
sive, there have been presented to the
House of Commons, during the present
session, 7,759 petitions. The petitions
for the immediate abolition of slavery
amount to 4,361, with 1,131,339 signa
tures; of which number of petitions 1,447
were presented on the 13th and 14th of
May. The number of petitions for the
better observance of the Sabbath is 973,
with 244,563 signatures; and of those for
the abolition of the house and window
tax 92, with 57,235 signatures. The com
mittee observe with respect to one of the
petitions for the abolition of slavery, that
though it contains the names of 42 per
sons subscribed, it appears to have been
written and signed by only one person.
London Paper.
Prince Hohenlohe. The late French
papers contain an account of a new
miracle wrought by Prince Hohenlohe,
whose exploits in this way were the
subject of much comment about fifteen
years ago; at which period this saintly
personage was sought after by so great
multitudes, thru the magistrates of the
city whme he resided, enjoined upon him
never to work a miracle again without
their permission. The new nchivement
was wrought in the case of a lady of the
commune of Sornmnsquippo, who had for
two years been afflicted with a violent
nervous affection, attended with convul
sions. The prince directed that the pa
tient should be carried into the church,
where, after the conclusion of the service,
she walked gaily home to her friends.
Thclluson An English gentleman
who died many years ago, left an enor
mous property, which he directed by will
to bo put out at compound interest du
ring the life of the minor who might be
born within nine months of his decease,
and all others of his livinu descendants.
It was supposed thn estate would in the
end, amount to 8350,000,000. The re-;
suit, says the Albany Advertiser, hasj
proven tar otherwise:
"The expenses of management and the
commissions of trusty friends, have com
pletely prevented not only the supposed
accumulations, but latterly invaded some
of th principal! And what is worse
than all is, that some of the very persons
who are kept out of their just inheritan
ces are actually in a state of suffering if
not of starvation!"
The same paper well remarks that
there is nothing in which rich men miss
so often as in making their will.
The Monkey and Bull Dog. furi
ous battle look place some lime back at
Worcester, between these two animals,
on a wager of three guineas to on, that
the dog would kill the monkey in six min
utes. The owner of the dog agreed to
permit the monkey to use a stick about
a foot long. Hundreds of spectators as
sembled to witness the fight, and bets ran
eight, nine, and ten to one in favor of the
dog, which could be hardly held in.
The owner of the monkey taking from
his pocket a thick round rule, about a foot
mhi, uiiuw ii. mio tne nana of the mon
key, saying, 'Now look sharp mind that
dog' Then here goes for your monkey,'
cried the butcher, lottino ihp Hno- lnr,
which flew with a tiger like fierceness at
him. The monkey, with astonishing a
gility sprang at least a yard high, andfal
ling on the dog, laid fast hold to the back
of his neck with his teeth, seizing one
ear with his left paw, so as to prevent his
turning to bite. In this unexpected situ
ation, Jack fell to work with his rule upon
the head of the dog, which he beat so for
cihly and rapidly, that the creature cried
out most eloquently. In a short time the
dog was carried olf in nearly a lifeless
state, with his scull fractured. The
monkey was of the middle size. Ens.
paper.
.HENRY JOHNSTON, !
MERCHANT TAILOR,
TAKES this method of informing his numerous
customers and the public generally, that he
has just returned from New York, where he
Purchased a splendid assortment of
IX HIS LINE OF BUSINESS, viz:
Superfine Cloths of all the most fashionable colors,
Superfine blue, black, and fancy striped Cassimcres,
Fine black Bombazeens, for thin coats Sz pantaloons,
Black and fancy Camblets, for summer wear,
Brown and white Drills, white Linen,
Tlain black and fancy Silks, for vestings,
Plain white and fancy Marseilles,
Plain and fancy Valencia vestings,
Plain and fancy stocks, linen bosoms and collars,
India rubber suspenders, silk do.
White and black cravats, gloves, silk handk'fs, &c.
Those goods were bought at reduced prices, and
will be sold low for cash, or on a short credit to punc
tual customers. Gentlemen wishing to purchase are
particularly invited to call and examine for them
selves, as he is confident that he can please such.
All orders from a distance will be thankfully re
ceived and punctually attended to. Persons furnish
ing their own cloths, can have them made and trim
med in the most fashionable manner and at the shor
test notice.
Tarborough, April 10, 1833.
C OF FIELD RIJYG,
MERCHANT TAILOR,
EGS leave to return his grateful thanks to
his friends and customers, for the Inns en
couragement he has heretofore received in his
endeavors to give general satisfaction; and also
hopes that they will still favor and sustain him
with the same. He also begs leave to inform
them that he has just received from New York,
A Supply of Spring Good?,
In his line of business, in addition to his former
Stock, such as
Superfine blue and black CLOTIS,
Brown and steel mixed do. Polish green do.
Drab Cassimcres buff and white do.
Black and brown Cumblet, for summer wear.
Striped Drillings and fancy stripes, for pantaloons,
Plain and figured velvet Vestings,
Plain and fancy silk Vestings dark & light Valencias.
Plain white and figured Quiltings Bang-up cord,
Black stocks, linen collars and bosoms,
Suspenders, cravat stiffencrs, &c.
TOGETHER WITH AN ASSORTMENT OP
3ftcaDpmaoe ClDtfnna;,
All ot winch he will dispose of low for Cash, or on
a short credit to punctual customers. Those wish
ing to purchase will do well to call and examine for
themselves. Gentlemen's clothing made ar-d trim
med in the most fashionable style and at the shortest
notice. All orders will be thankfully received and
punctually attended to.
Tarboro, April 24 1 833.
Just Received,
And for sale by the Subscribers,
30 hogsheads Molasses,
50 cnsks I'homaston Lime,
Which will be sold low for Cash.
D. RICHARDS & CO.
Tarboro', March 22, 1833.
Ruin, Whiskey, Molasses, 6cc
5 hhds. JV. K. Hum,
G Whiskey,
1 0 .v Molasses,
12 hogs Coffee,
Received and for sale low for Cash, at the
Cheap Cash Store.
JAS. WEDDELL.
14th June, 1833.
Mrs. Jl. . Howard,
TJEPKCTFULLY informs her customers and
friends, that she has just received her Spring
Supply of Goods in her line of business.
Thankful for past favors, she hopes to merit a
continuance of the patronage so liberallv bestow
ed upon her. The following articles comprise
part of her assortment:
Patern Silk Bonnets, latest Northern fashions,
Leghorn, Dunstable and Navarino bonnets,
Splendid fancy Gauzes, for dresses,
Superior white and black Satins, for do.
Plain, watered and figured Silks,
Green Silk, for calashes splits for do.
Fancy Shawls and neck handkerchiefs,
Elegant white Veils Bobbinett Caps and Capes,
Head dresses and head ornaments,
Puffs and Curl Tuck and side Combs,
A great variety of Ribbons, Flowers, Dolls, &c.
The Millinery and Mantua making business
carried on as usu.nl.
Tarborough, May 14, 1833.
report of the committee on public peti-
Riot. There have been very serious
riots in Bangor, Maine, within a few days,
between the Irish and the Americans
one or more lives were lost. The mi
Imn were called out; but the nullies pre
vailed against all law, civil and milita
ry.Pct. Tunes.
FOR SALE.
rilHE Subscriber offers for sale the whole of his
JL PRINTING MATERIALS now in Washington.
1 hey consist of upwards of twenty different founts of
type, from Brevier to eight line Pica; an excellent
Press; powers, rules, leads, cases, chases, &c. &c.
with appurtenances complete for carrying on the bu
siness. They are all in good order, and some of the
type is but little worn.
The paper at present issued from the office has as
good a patronage as any ever published in this place.
1 o a person of industrious habits, acquainted with
the business, and desirous of locating in this section of
country, a desirable opportunity is now offered. A
wish to engage in other pursuits, elsewhere, alone in
duces the present proprietor to dispose of the estab
lishment. The whole, if speedily applied for, may
be had a bargain!-
"GEO. HOUSTON, Jr.
. Editor of the Union.
ashington, N. C. March 29, 1833.
Rocky Mount Hold.
rilUK Subscriner rcspectlully informs lisuje, ;
- and the public thai he has commenced i;!
Ji house of Enlcvlainraent
A! his residence at the Falls of Tar lVi.r ,
miles from Tarborough and 5o from Kalei'
the stage road between those towns. Ho v.
provide every thing abundantly, ncces-y"
the comfort and convenience of man nr.d ior,'
and hopes to merit and receive a share r.f
patronage. ISAAC IV. IIQRxv
.Ian. 1833. o-f '
Land for teak'.
rjplIE Subscriber offers for sale on fho rr.ot '
heral terms tint well known arid !e;tll:.:.
place where his father James Garrett hwj. ;
miles west of Tarborough, on the :nv.. Si9l
road leading from that place to Faycflcvil'e f
Containing about 300 Acres,
Nearly all of which is well adapted to the cu!
ture of Corn and Cotton, and upon which, i!; .
pleasant and healthy spot, are nearly all ihi Lui;
dings requisite to the comfort and convcnierin
of a family. The premises may be viewed h
applying to IV. Garrett, who will mai.
known the terms, &c.
JVM. GARRETT.
March 2d, 1S33.
THE Subscriber, who for se.-eral years past, lu
been engaged in the
Gin .Making business,
In Kinston, has established himself
IN GKECINVTLLE,
Where he carries on the above business in all its va
rious branches. All those who wish to supply them
selves with Gins of the best quality, are respectfully
solicited to apply to the Subscriber personally, orb)
letter. All orders for Gins will be promptly execu
ted. From the Subscriber's long experience in hi
business; and from the approbation which his wrrl
has hitherto met with, lie hesitates not to promise
entire satisfaction to all who may see fit to extend c
him their patronage. Gins out of order will be ex
peditiously repaired. The Subscriber takes the lib
erty of calling the attention of those who wish to iro
cure new Gins, or to have old Gins repaired, t ihn
expediency of applying to him in time. When ali
wait as is usually the case, until the work is wanted,
it causes such a pressure of business, that many arc
obliged of necessity to submit to a longer delay thai,
they wish.
ALLEN TISOr?,
In connexion with this establishment, carries on
The Loch and Gunsmith business,
He alo makes Saw Mill Boxes, and Mill Inks, and
Gudgeons, of a composition invented by Daniel Peck,
of Raleigh Grist Mill Spindles, with Steel Collars,
(turned.) These articles equal to any manufactured
in the United States.
All letters 'and orders must be directed to the Sub
scriber, at Greenville.
HENRY CHAMBERLAIN.
July 12, 1833. 46
Cotton Gins.
rpHE Subscriber respectfully informs his friends
.1. and the public, that he continues to
Manufacture & repair Cotton Gins,
At his old Stand in Tarboro1 near the bridge.
Having carried on the above business for several
years in this place, and his work being generally ap
proved, he deems it unnecessary to give any particu
jar reference. He will continue to execute hisworh
in the most expeditious manner, and at his usual mc
derate charges.
JOHN WILSON.
Tarborough, Jan. 1S33.
BROKE JAIL, of Edgecombe county, cr:
the night of the i!d Februarv, 1833, negro
Said to be the property of James B. TartT.
of Alabama. Said netrro is about thirtv
years of age and has a dark complexion he wa"
brought here from the jail in Chatham county, aiui i
is probable he will attempt to get back in that neigh
borhoodany information respecting him will be
thankfully received.
FRED. BELL Jailer.
March 12, 1S33. 29
State of JYorth Carolina)
EDGECOMBE COUNTF.
Court of Pleas and Quarter Sessions,
MAY TERM, 1833.
Judith Daniel, Original Attachment levied cu
. vs" . rore negro girl, by the name of Bar
Levi Daniel, 3 bara, and left in the possession of the
plaintiff also, one half of a tract of land whereon
the plaintiff lives, containing 165 acres, adjoining
Ephraim Daniel and others.
TT appearing to the satisfaction of the Courl,
that Levi Daniel, the defendant, is not an in
habitant of this State: It is ordered, that publi
cation be made for six weeks in the North Caro
lina Free Press, for the said defendant to appear
at our Court of Pleas and Quarter Sessions, to ix
held at the Court House in Tarborough, on the
fourth Monday in August next, plead, answer C"
demur, otherwise the property levied c i will be
condemned, subject to the plaintiff's recovery.
Witness, Michael II earn, Clerk of said Coui Jj
at Tarborough, the fourth Mondav of MaVt A
D. 1833. MICHL. HEARN, C.'C.
Price adv S3: 50. 42-6
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