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Excerpts of genealogical and local interest from The State Guard, a weekly newspaper published in Wetumpka, Alabama.
Transcribed by Jim Wilson. Email: jwmortimer atgmaildotcom
I do not have any other issues at this time.
(These are verbatim except where noted by ellipses ( É ). Minor punctuation and capitalization changes may occur.)
Issue of August 3, 1847, Vol. I, No. 31.
Page 1
Reuben Pearson, from Dallas County, was received at the Penitentiary on Monday, 25th inst., for life. This old gentleman
was convicted of murder in the first degree, at the last term of the Circuit Court at Cahawba, and sentenced to be hung on
the 30th ult., but he received a commutation from the Governor of his punishment from hanging to confinement in the
Penitentiary for life.
Business Cards:
G. LaF. Mason, Attorney at Law, Wetumpka.
J. A. Booth, Attorney at Law and Solicitor in Chancery, Vernon, Autauga Co.
John C. Reid, Attorney at Law and Solicitor in Chancery, Kingston, AL
John A. Graham, Attorney at Law and Solicitor in Chancery, Rockford, AL
J. Monroe Hardy, Attorney at Law and Solicitor in Chancery, Benton, Lowndes Co.
J. A. Elmore, R. Elmore, W. L. Yancey
Attorneys at Law and Solicitors in Chancery, Montgomery, AL
J. D. Dennis, Attorney at Law, Nixburg, Coosa Co.
Dr. N. S. Jones, office over the store of Messrs. W. W. Waller & Co.
J. P. Saffold, J. B. Bibb, Attorneys and Counselors at Law and
Solicitors in Chancery, Montgomery, AL
B. C. Shorter, Jr., Attorney & Counselor at Law, Wetumpka.
Dr. T. W. Mason, Practice of Medicine, Surgery, and Obstetrics,
Special attention to midwifery & diseases of females.
Office in East Wetumpka, Residence in West Wetumpka.
Dr. A. R. Hutchison, Prattville.
Dr. J. Monroe Shelton, at the Loftin place, two miles south of Wetumpka.
Dr. L. A. Phillips, Socapatoy Road, 8 miles north of Wetumpka.
W. H. Wickes, wholesale & retail grocer, Mobile.
J. W. Olds & Co., Commission Merchants, Mobile.
J. C. Rupert, G. K. D. MÕLelland, Commission Merchants, Mobile.
W. M. Stedman, Watches, Jewelry, Silverware, Mobile.
Sheppard & Barnard, House, Sign, & Ornamental Painters, Mobile.
H. Griffing, Hats, Caps, Boots and Shoes, warehouse, Mobile.
J. J. Shelton, Hat, Cap, Boot and Shoe, warehouse, Mobile.
Mrs. RosendaleÕs Boarding House, New Orleans.
Col. S. F. Storrs is the authorized Agent of the Executors of Jesse Beene, deceased, for the purpose of selling Lots and
Lands in and around Wetumpka.
Mrs. H. Brewster, Spring Fashions, Dress Making, Wetumpka.
Page 2
Election at Wetumpka
For Congress:
Harris 178
Walker 3
Mud 12
For Governor:
Chapman (dem) 117
Davis (whig) 147
For State Senate:
Storrs (dem) 157
Kennedy (whig) 48
For Representatives:
Kyle, whig 170
Hannon, whig 47
Richardson, dem 88
Crawford, dem 93
Spigener, dem 83
Foscue, dem 13
Looney, dem 4
For Tax Collector:
Kidd 144
Guy Smith 58
L. K. Smith 44
S. Chapman 23
Which is certainly a democratic gain at this Precinct, as the whigs have heretofore had from fifty to eighty votes majority,
now they have only thirty-two. We anxiously anticipate the election of two democratic representatives.
West Wetumpka
The following is the state of the polls in West Wetumpka, Autauga County:
For Congress:
Harris 105
Mud 23
Walker 1
For Governor:
Chapman (dem) 65
Davis (whig) 88
For State Senate:
Storrs (dem) 102
Kenney (whig) 7
For Representatives:
Wood, dem 104
Jackson, dem 79
Lawter, dem 48
For Circuit Clerk:
Johnson, dem 88
Findlayson 49
Williams 11
For Tax Collector:
Gray 75
Locket 42
Langly 16
Harrowgate Springs, Montgomery County
For Congress:
Henry W. Hilliard 26
For Governor:
Chapman 37
Davis 28
State Senate:
Caffey, dem 41
Oliver, whig 25
For Representatives:
Hale, dem 45
Ware, whig 24
Bibb, whig 30
Gunter, whig 27
For Circuit Clerk:
Hubbard 42
For County Clerk:
Watson 28
Bryme 35
We have received two compositions read before the Bethlehem School, Tallapoosa County, at an Examination on the 31 of July last,
one by Miss Amanda M. G. Mize, aged ten years, the other by Miss Henrietta Hawthorn, thirteen years of age, with a request to
publish. The composition and style speak well for ones so young, and we may at some future day comply with the request of our
friend.
We have received a work of about 40 pages entitled ÒEight Days in New OrleansÓ, by Col. A. J. Picket, of Montgomery county. É
Col. Picket it is said, is now engaged in writing the history of Alabama which we would be much pleased to see completed.
The Hon. Dixon H. Lewis, we learn arrived at Lowndesboro, Lowndes co., last week, in fine health and much improved from his tour
to the North.
The Abbeville Banner of the 7th ult. says that Gen. McDuffie was at that time very ill with nervous affection and but little
hopes were entertained of his recovery.
We published some time since, that a Mrs. Flournoy, of Chambers Co., in this State, had been delivered of five children in a
short space of time. The husband not wishing to keep his abilities any wise from the world, addressed the following letter
to the Editor of the Chambers Co. Herald. If he does not deserve a pension from his country, no man does:
Chambers County, July 10.
Messrs. Editors: I have noticed in your paper an account of my wife having five children in the short space of ten months and
sixteen days Ð which is but little more than half told. She has had nine children, that were born alive Ð with the exception
of two that were born dead Ð in a little better than three years. Two were born on the 23rd of July, 1843; on the 29th of
April, 1845 she had two more; on the 4th of June 1846, she had three; and on the 20th of April, 1847 she had two more.
She has had fourteen children in eleven years and a few months Ð seven sons and seven daughters. Seven are living at this time,
and seven dead.
Yours, etc. Thos. G. Flournoy
Announcement of commencement exercises at the University of Alabama.
On the 1st ult., Mrs. Margaret Day, wife of George W. Day, of Bucks county, Pa., was safely delivered of four children, three
girls and a boy.
Washington Moody, Esq. has been appointed by the Governor, Judge of the County Court of Tuscaloosa county, to fill the vacancy
caused by the resignation of the Hon. S. J. Moore.
The following gentlemen were admitted to practice at the Bar of the Supreme Court at its late session, as Attorneys and
Counsellors at law and Solicitors in Chancery:
Thomas A. Hamilton of Mobile.
Hampton S. Winfield of Tuscaloosa.
John M. Jarnagin of Mobile.
John A. Loder of Dallas.
Wm. M. Lapsley of Dallas.
S. D. Hale of Benton.
John T. Morgan of Talladega.
William M. Byrd of Linden.
David M. Taliaferro of Marengo.
Fatal Affray. An affray occurred in St. Francis county, Ark., recently between Dr. Hale and Dr. Peyton. Dr. H. went to PeytonÕs
room with a double barreled shot gun, saying he had come to kill him, but the cap burst, failing to go off. He immediately
cocked the other barrel and fired one shot taking effect in PeytonÕs chest. Peyton then reached a rifle setting in the room
and shot Hale through the body, just as he (H) was in the act of drawing a pistol. Dr. Peyton immediately surrendered himself
to a magistrate, who, however, refused to take him in custody, as the facts were generally understood and of a character to
excuse the homicide.
Page 3
The Dallas Gazette states that Mr. Chas. Hunter was twice shot at the evening of the 13th ult. as he was returning home from a
hunt. One of the shots took effect, lodging three buckshot in his arm and breaking the bone above the elbow. Suspicion rested
on Mr. Henry Hunter, a cousin, who has been arrested and committed for trial on default of bail. It is said circumstances of a
private nature provoked the unfortunate deed.
Miss Mercer, whose brother shot her seducer and escaped conviction, was lately married in Philadelphia to Henry W. Klapp, a
writer of some celebrity there.
Died
In this city on Sunday evening last, the 1st inst., of Dropsy of the lungs, Mr. N. P. Lyon, a resident of this place.
AdministratorÕs Notice. July 27, 1847. Autauga Co.
Henry Caver appointed administrator of the estate of George A. Moore, deceased.
Printing Establishment For Sale. July 20, 1847.
By virtue of a deed of Mortgage from Charles Yancey to the undersigned É and recorded in the ClerkÕs office of Coosa county,
I will proceed to sell to the highest bidder, in front of the Market House in East Wetumpka on the first Monday in August next,
the type press, furniture, etc. known as the office of the ÒWetumpka WhigÓ.
R. C. Shorter Jr.
Postponed Sale. Aug 3 1847.
The sale of the above property is postponed until Monday the 16th inst.
SheriffÕs Sale. July 20, 1847.
Will be sold at Rockford on the first Monday in September next, É the following lands, to wit: W ? NW ? Sec 13 T24 R16,
E ? NW ? Sec 13 T24 R16, E ? SW ? Sec 12 T24 R16, E ? NW ? Sec 12 T24 R17, SE ? SW ? Sec 1 T24 R16. Levied on as the property
of Henry G. Woodward to satisfy a fi. fa. In my office against the said Woodward. J. H. Weaver, Sheriff.
AdministratorÕs Notice. July 20, 1847. Autauga Co.
DanÕl McKeithen appointed administrator on the estate of Archibald McKeithen, deceased. Duncan McKeithen is authorized to act
for the administrator in transacting business for the estate.
Coosa County, OrphanÕs Court, Vacation, May 24, 1847.
James W. Jeter, administrator of Joseph Harwell, deceased, files petition showing, amongst other things that the real estate
of said decedent consists of the undivided half of the north half of section nine township nineteen and range nineteen. Also
the undivided sixth part of said section township and range, east in the Tallapoosa Land District Ð that the same cannot be
equally and fairly divided among the heirs of said intestate without a sale thereof Ð that the heirs of said intestate are
Delila Harwell, widow, Meritt Harwell, James Harwell, Linzey Harwell, Lindey Harwell, minor heirs of said decedent. É Order
appointing guardian ad litem for minors and to appear in court. Notice to be advertised.
Page 4
No local news. Mostly advertisements.
Issue of August 10, 1847. Vol. I, No. 32.
Page 1
Business Cards: same as previous issue.
The Exercises of the Alabama Military and Scientific Institution at Tuskegee will commence on the 3d Monday in September next
Ð Maj. A. V. Brumby, A. M. Superintendent.
Mr. James Norment, late proprietor of the ÒNew EraÓ, Montgomery, Ala., offers the materials of that establishment for sale.
Fine opening for some enterprising printer.
Dr. RichÕd H. Randolph, of Ga., died in Macon on the 22nd ult, aged 50 years.
Page 2
Mr. WilsonÕs Exhibition
We had the extreme pleasure of witnessing a portion of the exhibition at Col. WilsonÕs School House, 11 miles from Wetumpka,
on Wednesday, the 28th day of July, on the Georgia road and in the neighborhood of Maj. ThorntonÕs, on which occasion the
greatest proficiency was exhibited by the young men and juveniles belonging to the school. (Description ensues without naming
individuals. The event lasted until after ten oÕclock with thirty five speeches and fourteen dialogues.)
The dwelling house of David Hoke, Sheriff of the Greenville District, S.C., in the town of Greenville, was consumed by fire on
Saturday night the 24th ult, with some three thousand dollars.
(Most of this page consists of detailed election returns from local counties and the state as a whole.)
Page 3
Married Ð On Wednesday morning 4th inst. By the Rev. A. Van Hoose, Mr. W. W. Waller, of this city, to Miss Elizabeth Ann, eldest
daughter of the late James Loftin of Montgomery county.
Sheriff Sale
Will be sold on the first Monday in October next, within the usual hours of sale, section nineteen (19), township nineteen (19),
and range nineteen (19), the west ? of section thirteen (13), township twenty (20) and range seventeen (17) Ð levied on as the
property of Sol Chapman to satisfy a Fi Fa in my office against the said Chapman.
J. H. Weaver, Sheriff Aug. 10, Õ47.
To Rent
The Fire Proof Store House, opposite the New Hotel; two tenements will be to rent after the first of October. Also, The Wood
Store House opposite FlakeÕs Tavern. Mr. S. B. Cater will act as my agent during my absence to Georgia.
S. Catlin Aug 10, 1847.
For Rent
And possession given immediately; the tenement recently occupied by the subscriber as a Printing Office and Book Store, opposite
the Store of Heard & Due. Apply to Charles Yancey. Aug. 10, 1847.
Dissolution.
The firm heretofore existing under the name and title of ÒCatlin & CaterÓ, in this city, is this day dissolved by mutual consent.
É Settlements can be made with either of the undersigned. SamÕl Catlin, Silas B. Cater. Wetumpka, July 30, 1847.
Wanted to Purchase.
A first rate cook Ð a woman from 18 to 20 years of age is preferred. The best kind of a price will be paid. Apply to the
undersigned, at the firm of Wm. H. McKleroy & Co., East Wetumpka. A. J. J. Owen August 3, 1847.
(Legal notices the same as previous issue are not reproduced. Many commercial ads are not reproduced.)
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State of Alabama, Autauga County.
Posted by Wm. Honeycut, before John T. Carwile, JP, a brown bay mare poney, four feet two inches high, the left hip a little
lower that the other, about five years old, with a small white speck in the face; appraised to twenty dollars, June 29, 1847.
Copied from the minutes. Wm. N. Thompson, Jr., ClÕk. July 20, 1847.
Issue of August 17, 1847. Vol. I, No. 33.
The election for Brigadier General of the 9th Brigade of Alabama Militia, to fill the vacancy occasioned by the resignation of
Gen. Smith, has resulted in the selection of Maj. Thomas Holland. Col. John Pollard was his opponent.
Judson Female Institute
The annual examination of the pupils of the Judson, closed on last Thursday evening.
(Description of the events follows without mentioning specific individual students.)
Page 2
Wetumpka, with a population of two thousand inhabitants, now presents as few cases of sickness as any place in the South with
the same number of inhabitants, more especially when so many temptations are offered as are. At this season of the year, with
days of utmost heat and cold, and when green fruit is in the greatest abundance, and in the power of every person to obtain,
it would be reasonable to expect all the consequences which necessarily flow from excessive indulgence in articles so dangerous
to good health. But not a single case of fever exists in the place at this time, that we are aware of. We therefore pronounce
Wetumpka the healthiest city in South Alabama.
Wetumpka.
It is, of course, somewhat gratifying to every citizen of Wetumpka, to witness with what degree of improvements are going on
within its border, and more particularly, to that class of individuals whose interests and domestic welfare are identified with
the growth, prosperity and improvement of the place. The opinion has, erroneously, gone abroad that ÒWetumpka has been going
downÓ. Such, we could not dispute, until within the last year or so. In Õ35 and Õ36, many men with fictitious capital
commenced the rapid improvement of the place, and continued its growth much beyond the means of support furnished by the
trade of the upcountry, until Õ37, when many of the individuals who had been engaged largely in the establishment of the place,
failed and were crushed with the downfall of the paper institutions of the country. Business to a great degree was suspended,
houses became vacant, and consequently, the report was riff that ÒWetumpka was going down hill.Ó Such was the case, and such
remained the case, until within the last few years when the attention of a new set of men was directed to the location and
situation, and almost an entire new class of business men located and commenced business on a firm basis.
The destructive fire that happened in Õ45, retarded greatly the re-improvement that had commenced, destroying the entire capital
of many energetic and persevering young men, who were doing a fair business, consequently blighted their prospects and retarded
their energies. But independent of these many calamities, we now witness improvements of the most magnificent kind going on,
too, at a time when times are considered hard and business dulls, which are compelled to be continued, as the business of the
surrounding country demands. The large Hotel that has been in progress of building during the Summer, will be a great
acquisition to the place when it gets in full operation (which we learn will be the case by the middle of October or the first
of November next) giving to those traveling through and to Wetumpka, an opportunity of luxuriating on many of the products of
the country in the vicinity.
Next, we notice the rapid erection of the large Store Rooms of Messrs. Harrell, Coniff and Harvey, which adds much to the beauty
of that part of the town where it is located. Many other improvements in the way of building are going on in other portions of
the town. In fact, every thing is preparing to do a heavy business this fall and winter, which, no doubt will be the case, much
more so than has been for several seasons past. From the fact that many of the planters in Cherokee, Benton, Talladega, and
Randolph counties have become tired of the experiment of shipping their produce to Charleston and other places, where they do
not get any better price, but have to pay much higher for their groceries than they do here. They are determined to again
return their trade to this place. These are not the only inducements for the still farther improvement of the population of
the place. Many natural causes render it more desirable than many other up country towns Ð every facility is afforded which
talent, industry and enterprise can afford. Being surrounded, as it is, with lands as fertile for all the necessaries of life,
as any other portion of the State of Alabama, in a high state of cultivation by the most intelligent and industrious farmers,
it is certainly made one of the most bountiful countries to live in, so far as sustenance is concerned. Such society is rarely
found in any town, for its peculiar adaptation to the tastes and desires of the most refined as well as the moral and religions,
while it will become more and more chaste by the spread of literature among our young population.
Several schools, both for males and females are in the place and the vicinity, in charge of competent teachers, and in every way
well calculated to inspire useful instruction to the young. The mechanical arts are practiced to a small degree, and are
generally sustained well, while the mercantile portion cannot be excelled by any town in the South, for they are men of
intelligence, taste and liberality. Goods can be bought as cheap here, by retail particularly, as can in Mobile or New Orleans,
and by the package or wholesale, in many instances, as can, in proportion to the expense, in any Southern town. This is the
case beyond dispute, for many of the merchants in this place import their goods from the same houses, and at the same prices,
as those in Mobile and New Orleans, and consequently, can, and do offer the same bargains to buyers, with the small addition
of the river freight, which is not as much to them as would be taxed on the small buyer. These are sufficient reasons for the
up country merchant, who has a small capital, to buy in this place. We would refer our readers to our advertising columns, and
for them to call on those that they may find there, to bear us out in what we assert. We could say many other things in favor
of Wetumpka, but we consider it unnecessary at this time, and will wait until the Fall and Winter, when we hope we may have the
pleasure of seeing many of our friends and acquaintances on visits to the "City of the hills."
(Official state election results are published.)
Alabama Penitentiary.
(Report on the various diseases by Dr. Jones, practicing physician to the Penitentiary. Total of 92 cured, 4 relieved, 1 died of
scurvy, and 6 in the hospital currently.)
The Alabama Reporter (Talladega) of the 12th inst. Says, the individual who stole Mr. GivenÕs mule and negro woman, was arrested
near GunterÕs Landing, on the Tennessee River, and brought back to Talladega during last week. It is said he is a tall, fine
looking young man, and represented as a Mormon preacher. His name is John Williford.
Page 3.
We were shown, at the Store of Yarbrough & Smith, the other day, a beautiful sample of this yearÕs crop of cotton, raised a few
miles from this place, by Mr. Frank I. Hatton. We would think that the quality could command from ten to twelve cents.
Married.
On Thursday evening 12th inst., by F. Siminton, Esq., Mr. Starrett Clanahan to Miss Mary Ginn, all of Coosa county.
On Tuesday evening 10th inst., by the Rev. Mr. Elliott, Mr. Joel A. Thornton to Miss Mary M., daughter of Willis Spear, of Coosa
county.
On Wednesday 11th inst., by the Rev. Mr. Elliott, Mr. James Harlson to Miss Georgia Ann, youngest daughter of Major Jordan
Thornton, of Coosa county.
For Sale.
A valuable tract of land in Tallapoosa County on the West side of the Tallapoosa river, near YoungÕs Ferry, twenty-seven miles
from Wetumpka containing Four hundred and Forty acres. There are one hundred and sixty or seventy acres cleared and in a fine
state of cultivation, with a good dwelling house and all other out houses usual for a plantation. A good Gin-House and Screw
was built last fall. Any person desiring a healthy place and meeting with a bargain would do well to call on the subscriber
upon the premises.
Thomas J. Williams Aug. 17, 1847.
(Legal notices the same as previous issues are not reproduced.)
Page 4.
(No local news or legal advertisements.)
Issue of September 14, 1847, Vol. I, No. 37
Page 1
Business cards not reproduced.
A Tribute of Respect
(eulogy by members of the Greenville Bar at the death of the Hon. Anderson Crenshaw, Chancellor of the Southern Chancery Division
of Alabama. No personal details.)
Page 2
The absence of the Editor must be our apology for the meager appearance of to dayÕs paper.
Early Fall Goods
We invite the attention of our readers, and the public generally, to the adverstisement of our old friends, Messrs. W. H.
McKleroy & Co. to be found in another column.
The attention of the reader, and the Planter in particular, is directed to the advertisement of ProvostÕs new and improved
Cotton Press, to be found in another column.
Page 3
Married
In Camden, Wilcox county, on the 1st inst., by the Rev. H. B. Farrish, Dr. R. E. McNeil, formerly of this city, to Miss Elenorah
Densler, of the former place.
Died at his residence in Coosa county, Alabama, on the 26th day of August last, in the 74th year of his age, Mr. John Murchison.
The deceased was born in Cumberland county, North Carolina, and lived there until about the year 1824, when he removed to the
State of Georgia, where he tarried about ten years, and from thence he removed to this county where he resided until his decease.
(Short eulogy follows, signed by ÒA FriendÓ.)
Notice
Whereas my wife having left my bed and board without my knowledge or consent, I hereby forwarn all persons from crediting her
on my account, as I will not pay any of her contracts unless compelled by law. Henry P. David. Sept. 14, 1817.
Notice
Col. S. P. Storrs is the authorized agent of the Executors of Jesse Beene, deceased, for the purpose of selling Lots and Lands
in and around Wetumpka, and for the purpose of giving in and paying taxes, etc. Persons wishing to purchase will address Col. S.
at Wetumpka or the undersigned at Cahawba, Ala. W. W. Fambro. March 19, 1847.
AdministratorÕs Sale
By virtue of an order of the Orphans Court for Tallapoosa county, I will sell, on the first Monday in October next, on the
premises, the following tract of land, to wit: The southeast quarter of the southeast quarter and the southwest quarter of
southeast quarter of section 7, of township 19, of range 21, on a credit of three months, the widowÕs dower excepted. The
above lands belong to the estate of John Sanders deceased. Ennis Sanders, AdmÕr. Aug. 24, 1847.
Information Wanted
Of Putnam Adams, from Jasper county Georgia, from which place he moved to Tuscaloosa, Ala., in 1840 or 1841, and since that
time nothing has been heard from him by his relatives. Mr. Adams is a Blacksmith by trade, between 45 and 50 years of age.
Any person giving information of said Adams will confer a great favor upon his relatives by addressing B. J. Crawford,
Wetumpka, Ala. Aug. 31, 1847.
The State of Alabama
Coosa County.
OrphansÕ Court, Vacation, Aug. 14, A.D. 1847.
This day came William L. Yancey, administrator of the estate of Horatio N. Morris, deceased, and filed his account and vouchers
for final settlement of said estate.
(Sets date for final settlement.)
Wit: Ebeneezer Pond, J.c.c.c.c.
Attest: I. W. Suttle, Clerk. Aug. 24, 1847.
Page 4
No new local news.
Issue of September 21, 1847, Vol. I, No. 38
Page 1
Business cards as in previous issues.
Mexican War news.
Page 2
John A. Graham Esq. has been appointed Postmaster at Rockford, Coosa county, to fill the vacancy occasioned by the resignation
of Wm. W. Davison.
Public Meeting of the Citizens of Wetumpka
(This meeting was to address the need for public roads. The mayor of Wetumpka, Wm. H. McKleroy, called Dr. W. E. Boisseau to
head the committee and John Hardy, editor of the State Guard, to be secretary. Reuben C. Shorter Jr. Esq. made a speech and
presented some resolutions, among which was a call to appoint delegates to come up with ways and means of furthering the goals
and a corresponding committee to communicate with other such committees in other counties. The names of the appointed committee
members are given below.)
Delegates:
Maj. R. J. Harrison, James Trimble, Judge McWhorter, SamÕl Catlin, Wm. H. McKleroy, L. Kennedy Esq., Maj. W. Y. Lundie, R. C.
Shorter Jr. Esq., and R. L. Logan.
Also, Dr. W. E. Boisseau, Wm. B. Cooper, Aaron Ready, Wm. A. Allen, A. G. Due, Wm. A. Tulles, John Leeper, A. J. Terrell,
and Judge D. C. Neal.
Corresponding Committee:
Col. S. P. Storrs, N. Smith Graham, W. A. Crocheron, S. W. House, R. C. Shorter Jr, Dr. Lightfoot, John Hardy, and Dr. W. E.
Boisseau.
Wetumpka, Sept. 18, 1847.
Page 3
Married,
On Thursday evening, the 2d inst., by the Rev. Mr. Blackwood, Mr. Charles Matthews, to Miss Lucy Key, all of Dallas county.
On Thursday evening, 16th inst., by the Rev. Mr. Van Hoose, Mr. Lemuel Gray, of Montgomery county, to Miss Sarah Frances Due,
of this city.
Obituary.
Died in this place, on Sunday evening the 12th inst., Mrs. Frances Adela Fleming, consort of Mr. William G. Fleming and
daughter of William and Nancy Davenport, formerly of Morgan county, Georgia, in the 20th year of her age. É She has left
a disconsolate husband, an aged mother, a tender infant (2 weeks old) and many relatives and friends to mourn her early
death. Mrs. Fleming in early youth made a profession of religion and united with the Baptist Church É (general eulogy,
signed ÒA FriendÓ).
SheriffÕs Sale
Will be sold at Rockford, on the first Monday in November next É
The west half of the northwest quarter of section thirteen, township twenty-four of range sixteen.
The east half of the northwest quarter of section thirteen, township twenty-four of range sixteen.
East half of the southwest quarter of section twelve, township twenty-four of range sixteen.
East half of the northwest quarter of section twelve, township twenty-four of range sixteen.
And the southeast quarter of the southwest quarter of section one township twenty-four of range sixteen.
Levied on as the property of Henry G. Woodward to satisfy a fi. fa. In my office against the said Woodward.
J. H. Weaver, Sheriff. Sept. 14, 1847.
In Chancery at Wetumpka
John Gaddis vs. Wm. White.
Pursuant to the decree of the Chancellor in this case É
(to be sold at Rockford Court House, on 19 October next), the following lands, to wit: the west half of southeast quarter
and the east half of the southwest quarter of section two, township twenty-three of range twenty, Tallapoosa Land District,
lying in Coosa county.
N. Smith Graham, Register and Master, Sept. 14, 1847.
In Chancery at Wetumpka
Forester Dexter, et uxor. Vs. Edward Gilbert, et al.
Pursuant to a decree in this case É
(to be sold at the court house in Kingston, Autauga county on Wednesday, the 13th of October next) that portion of original
lot 148 lying in West Wetumpka É on West Bridge street.
N. Smith Graham, Register and Master. Sept. 14, 1847.
To the Public
The ÒCardÓ signed by ÒWilliam WeaverÓ, addressed ÒTo the PublicÓ, and which appeared in the ÒGuardÓ, requires some attention at
my hands.
First then briefly, and as concisely as possible to the facts of the case: It appears from the books, that Mr. Weaver, on the
27th of October last, purchased at the Penitentiary a wagon for the sum of $80, understood by me to be for his brother or son,
who was then about moving to some distant point in the west, either in Texas or Louisiana, I think. For the particulars of
that purchase I beg to refer to the sworn statement of Mr. James Elmer, who has the management of the Wagon and Carriage
department, and a gentleman whose character for truth, honor, and integrity in this community needs no endorsement from me. É
(Discussion of the work done by the state at the Penitentiary has no warranty.)
É But more. The wagon was sold for $80, twenty dollars less than I have sold one of the same character and size to Wesley D.
Hall, Esq., one of his neighbors, and one of the same character and size to Mr. Littleton Daniel, near Tallassee Ð and why the
difference? Simply because the two last were made by me, and I was therefore willing to warrant them, and because the other
was made by the State, and which I never dreamed of warranting: the twenty dollars less, it seems to me, is as much of a
warranty as a reasonable man could have desired.
É (More discussion of the argument over the warranty and whether he should Òmake goodÓ as a result of a breakdown of the wagon.)
But more still. Mr. Weaver says, Òand on trial, one wheelÓ, etc. Now, is the ÔpublicÓ prepared to believe that that Òon
trialÓ means a journey of eight hundred, perhaps more than one thousand miles? Are they prepared to believe that after all
this flourish, in the papers, that this identical wagon only broke down within fifteen miles of the destination of his brother!!
Ð that at the time Mr. Weaver was in Coosa county perhaps within 800 or 1000 miles of where it broke down!! And of course knew
whether it was a Òlight loadÓ or not!! of course knew all the circumstances of its breaking down Ð whether the roads were
good or not!!!!
That same ÒpublicationÓ too, says that Òany deficiency shall be repaired, free of chargeÓ!!
Repair it! And it in Texas of Louisiana, or some where else in the mighty west!! Ð Why it is both ridiculous and absurd.
(And so on. Appended is a sworn statement by Jas. Elmer denying any warranty.)
Signed: John G. Graham.
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