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The author of the following Survey, has frequently had opportunity of observing the very destitute and abject condition of the Gypsey race, in the counties of Northampton, Bedford, and Herts.  The impressions received from viewing a state so derogatory to human nature, induced him to make numerous inquiries, in order to ascertain if necessity compelled their continuance, under circumstances so deplorable as their condition exhibited. Not meeting with satisfactory intelligence on application to v

Various appellations of them—Their arrival in Europe. The different appellations by which the People whom we denominate Gypsies, have been distinguished, appear generally to have had reference to the countries, from which it was supposed they had emigrated. Grellmann states, that the French, having the first accounts of them from Bohemia, gave them the name of Bohémiens , Bohemians.  That the Dutch apprehending they came from Egypt, called them Heydens , Heathens.  In Denmark, Sweden, and in som

Accounts of the Gypsies in various countries. To propose means for improving the condition of Gypsies, before we have informed ourselves of their real state, and what has been done for them, would be as injudicious, as for a Physician to prescribe for a patient, without being acquainted with the nature or extent of his disease, and the means attempted for his cure.  To form a just opinion, on the case of the Gypsies, it appears necessary to ascertain their general habits, and their mode of life.

The Habits, Occupations, and Polity of Continental Gypsies. The first of them that came to Europe, appeared ragged and miserable, unless we allow their leaders to have been an exception.  In like manner their descendants have continued for hundreds of years, and still remain.  This is particularly remarkable in the countries about the mouth of the Danube, which abound with Gypsies; namely Transylvania, Hungary, and Turkey, in Europe; where they dress even more negligently than in other parts. It

Political Regulations on the Continent, respecting Gypsies. To the ignorance and superstition of the middle age, must be attributed the powerful ascendency which the Gypsies obtained over the minds of men.  In addition to the chiromantic deception, practised by the women, they followed also the profession of exorcism; and were greatly in request during the prevalence of a belief in witchcraft. They were employed to cure bewitched cattle, and to loosen the spells of enchantment; for which they ha

The Gypsies in Great Britain. The traits of character and the habits of the Gypsies on the Continent of Europe, exhibited in this work, are sufficient for an examination, in what degree these people correspond with those under the same denomination in England. The earliest account which the writer of this section has been able to collect from British History, was printed in the year 1612; when a quarto work, by S. R. was published, to detect and expose the art of juggling and legerdemain; in whi

By Wm. Smith , intended to elucidate his answers to the Queries A and B, on their licentious liberty . “I remember that about 45 years ago, being then apprentice to a writer, who was in use to receive the rents as well as the small duties of Kirk Yetholm, he sent me there with a list of names, and a statement of what was due; recommending me to apply to the landlord of the public-house, in the village, for any information or assistance which I might need.  “After waiting a long time, and receivi

“ Peculiar cast of Gypsey Features , every where distinguishable , &c. “When first I knew any thing about the colony, old Will Faa was king, or leader, and had held the sovereignty for many years. “Meeting at Kelso with Mr. Walter Scott, whose discriminating habits and just observations I had occasion to know from his youth, and at the same time seeing one of my Yetholm friends in the horse market, I merely said to Mr. Scott, “Try to get before that man with the long drab coat, look at h

On the origin of the Gypsies Various are the conjectures which have been indulged, and the coincidences which have been sought for, in order to obtain a solution of the query, What race of people are the Gypsies ? Whoever is disposed to refer to Continental writers, may see more than thirty different opinions started on this subject, founded on no better authority than some similarity of appellation, garb, complexion, or unsettled way of life. They were sometimes Torlaques , Kalendars , or Faqui

English . English Gypsey . Turkish Gypsey . Cingari vel Errones Nubiani . Hindostanie . One Aick Yeck   Aick, ek, Yek Two Dooce Duy Du, Dow Three Trin Four Staur, Shtar Shtiar Chaur Five Panji Panch Paunch Six Shove Chaye Seven Heftan Efta Saath Eight Okto Aoth Aut Nine Henya Enia Noh Nu Ten Desh Dus, Doshe (Bengalese) Man Raye, gazo Ram Manush Manusch Manoosha, (Bengalese) Woman Raunee gougee Romee Rendee, Raunee Head Bold-uroo shero Shero Schiero Seer, Sirr Eyes Yackau, yock Yack Jaka Okhyo (B

When it is considered how much the exertions of the wise, the philanthropic, and the good, in all parts of the nation, have been directed to advancing the morals and religious instruction of the lower orders of the community, it appears almost incredible that one description of British subjects, and of all others the most abject and depraved, should have been either entirely overlooked or neglected.  The Gypsies, to whom this applies, are a people which, more than any other, it might have been c

1.  From whence is it said the Gypsies first came? 2.  How many is it supposed there are in England? 3.  What is your circuit in summer? 4.  How many Gypsey families are supposed to be in it? 5.  What are the names of them? 6.  Have they any meetings with those of other circuits? 7.  And for what purpose? 8.  What number of Gypsies are there computed to be in the county? 9.  What proportion of their number follow business, and what kind? 10.  What do they bring their children up to? 11.  What do

Present state of the Gypsies in and about London. In the autumn of 1815, the author made a journey to London, in order to obtain information respecting the Gypsies in its vicinity. The first account he received of the education of any of them, was from Thomas Howard, proprietor of a glass and china shop, No. 50, Fetter-lane, Fleet-street.  This person, who preached among the Calvinists, said, that in the winter of 1811, he had assisted in the establishment of a Sunday School in Windmill-street,

Sentiments of various persons on the moral condition of the Gypsies After the extensive survey which has now been taken of the customs and habits of this people, in the various countries they inhabit, the reader will be prepared for the conclusions of Grellmann, that Gypsies are indeed a singular phenomenon in Europe.  And remarkable it is, that the combined influence of time, climate, and example, have not effected any material alteration in their state.  For the space of three or four hundred

Review of the Subject, and Suggestions for ameliorating the condition of the Gypsies in the British Empire. Since the commencement of the present year, 1816, a friend [221] of the author has informed him, that about three weeks before, he was in company with an English and a Persian gentleman, who had lately come from Persia, through Russia; the latter well understood the languages of both countries, and spoke them fluently.  He had travelled with the Persian Ambassador; and said that he had met

I.  An epitome of the history of the world , by John Hoyland , Author of A Historical Survey , &c.— The Epitome takes a comprehensive view of the Creation , of the Antediluvians , and of the universal Deluge , united with a Biographical Portraiture of the Patriarchs , and an examination of their respective characters and conduct .  The historical department takes a survey of the peopling of the world , of the origin and subversion of nations , and exhibits the fulfilment of prophecies co