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TH E enemy has not been able to " engage allies."
This was well known, before it was acknowledged
by Lord North, in the House of Commons. If the States
of Holland are under obligation, by the treaty of West
minster, 1768, to furnish fix thousand men, and twenty
vessels, to the assistance of Great-Britain, it is in case of
an attack by feme neighbouring power, and not to carry
en a war which she herfelf has unjustly waged. If Russia,
on account of former favours, and commercial advanta
ges, has stipulated to furnifh twelve Blips, in cases of e
mergmcy, yet, dill, this must have been, the preroga
tive of Heaven inviolate*, that is, preserving some at
tention to the justice of the cause in which theyare deman
ded ; a regard to which, no treaty, or ftipalabon, a
mongst men, can fupe,fede. It was the spirit of every
convention of the powers of Europe, to preserve a balance
of power, and to secure themselves agaiuft the encroach
ments of each other; but certainly could have no refer
ence to a revolution, in a new world, where no inierefts,
which the former treaties could refpe&, exited. Never
theless, we do not know in what light, the war, on the
part of Britain, may begin to be considered by the pow
ers of Europe^ The enemy may have it in her power to
make such representations to the several courts, of her
anxiety for peace, of the haughty and ambitious humour
of the House of Bourbon, and of the encroaching power
of this House, as may revive ancient prejudices, beget
suspicious, destroy confidence, and excite a combination
against our ally. This, we know, the enemy is greatly
active to effeft; no stone has been loft unturned, no ar
gument negle&ed, co labour fp?red, to accompiith this
purpose. All Europe has been Birred up by her insidious
applies tifr.; courtiers, ftatefa- ,1, princes, iav? Im
assailed , molaey, flattery, promises. expended. When
we confider, that all men Eave a natural propensity to have
a hand in what is going forward, that princes are govern
ed by their favourites, and favourites are assailed by various
means, it exifis a prodigy in politics, that the energy,
even though waging an unjust war, is yet without allies.
It is the highest evidence of found understanding, and re
gard to justice, in the powers of Europe, and tyeir con
fidence in the probity, and just views of the monarchy of
France.
B it we cannot tell how long these just views of things,
and this regard to justice, may remain with the powers
of Europe ; and it is to b^ considered by these States, what
may be the consequence, should the enemy be able to ex
cite these powers to a& against the House of Bourbon.
Pressed wader the unequal contest, our ally may find it
necessary “ to listen” to what theenemy will tail " equi
table terras of accommodation." Ou: fate is linked with
that of France and Spain. If these powers arebrought to
think of peace, even on unequal terms, we must think of
peace also. Britain cannot hurt the liable empire of the
House ®f Bourbon; but, by the afliflance of allies, she
may oblige her to desist from helping these States. There
is no holding out against ftyeripr force ; and therefore I
admit as poflible, that such may be the fate of war, or
such the combination of alliances, that our ally may find
herfelf unable to place us so completely beyond the reach
of fortune, in this contest, as (he mod ardently desires.
I have dated thele things, to shew the necessity of great
exertions on this Continent. Our early virtue, diftin
guifned spirit, and unparallelled atebievement, procured
the French alliance. From that time, like a great beau
ty, who has obtained a husband, she have grown careless
in our dress, and sluttish in our manner. The people are
to blame, who are the source of power and council, in a
free government. The people have become inattentive to
their interests ; regardless of the public measures. They
fuffer themselves to be impaled upon by popular arts, and
appoint thole to represent them in public councils, who
are men neither of the firft abilities, nor of a uniform
fleadyAttachment tothe caufe.They have admitted filly apd
groundless prejudicesagai ft those who are the mufi capa
ble,and have been the most faithful in serving them. Many
real whigs are thrown aside, and half-way moderate men
are admitted to execute the offices of government t These
things ought to be amended. It is high time the people
of this country awake from their lethargy. God and man
will desert those who do not help tnemlelves. Why is it
that we have not expelled the enemy from every promon
tory, and corner of our Continent? Ido not mean to
reflect upon our bravearmy, who are the only body a
mongst us, who, in my opinion, are truly virtuous. These
brave fellows, Ihiveriog on the hills, fainting on the plains,
or wading through a thousand marches, have borne fa
mine, nakednefe, fatigue, and have done all that was in
the power of men to do; but the unworthy body of the
people have funk into a slumber, and are fit only to be en
slaved by those who^hall rife up amongst themselves, or
b, a foreign enemy.
• Salvi prerogative regie.
, This I take from the general complaint of men from
the different States.
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For the PENNSYLVANig PACKET.
SATURDAY,
GENERAL
Number 111.
O R
[ Published every Tuesday, and Saturday. ]
I am not one who am soured by any particular circum
fiances of the times, though I have fuffered as much by
the depreciation of the currency as any one ; but co nfi
dering this as the fate of the occasion, I bear it patiently.
Shall I complain of injuries sustained by the depreciation
of the currency, when others, more worthy in tfeir per
sons and their ferviees, have facrificed their lives in the
debate? Itis a just regard for the welfare of my coun
try which prompts my language ; and having a better op
portunity than many others, to obtain information, I
give warning, to my countrymen, of what may come to
pass. An Asti-Anglican.
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Philadelphia, April 10, 1780.
CT”" 'H £ Honorable Assembly of the State of
A PenafyivAnia, having appointed us, the fubferi
bers, Auditors, with full power to colle&, audit, li^
quiaate, adjutt and fettle the accounts of the late Com
mittee of Safety and of the Council of Safety; the ac
count^ of the late Navy Board and Board of War, of
Pennsylvania ; and allo the accounts of all persons who
have cetn or may be intruded with; or have or may be
come poff.ffed of the monies, roods or effects ot this
Commonwealth, (except the settlement of the accounts
of the State Triafurer, the General Loan-Office, Light
Houle rates, duties on fla:% Colle&cis of Excise, Pro
vince Inland and other public effates, County CommifH
onrrs and Treasurers, and the incidental charges of the
House of General Assembly.) We therefore require all
peffers who may hav^ accounts unfetd^i, or who may
have received monies, goods or effefts of this Common
wealth, (except as feefora excepted) that they immedi
ately produce their accounts and vouchers, in otder that
'a speed, settlement may be made, and the monies due
paid into the Treasury of this State. Those who neg
lect cr refufe complying wi.h this notice, may be allu
red that the most eftaual methods will be taken to com
pel them thereto: As the Auditors are now fitting in
this city, they expert the accounts unsettled in the city
and county of Philadelphia, the counties of Ci:cfter and
Bucks, will be brought in immediately.
JOSEPH DEAN,
JOHN PURVIANCE,
SAMUEL MILES.
N. B. The Auditors Office is kept in Water-street,
between Atch and Race streets, Philadelphia.
The idea of a peace, hastily entertained, has been of
infinite disservice; imagining ourselves to have attained
the summit of our withes, we fat down before we had ar
rived near the end of our course The people have turn
ed away from public affairs, every man to encreafe his
private fortune. A uaiverfal langour has spread ovet all
minds. A remission of this kind is the most usual cause of
disappointment in all enterprises. When we read the Ro
ry of many great commanders, we find them, at firft,
watchful, and preferring the most exaft discipline. Af
ter a course ofvidories apprehending themselves to be Se
cure, they become less vigilant, fuffer the discipline of the
army to relax, and are beaten. A remission of this kind
is to be dreaded by nations, as well as individuals. It
is the usual progress of empire, from vigour, industry,
and fortitude, to conquest, renown, and riches; and it is
the gradual fiage of decline, from security, indolence,
and luxury, to invasion, overthrow, and subjugation. In
affairs of religion it is the case remarkably, and may il
lustrate the case in common affairs. The sacred writers,
who appear to have understood the human heart well, ad
dress many of their adorations, tothis principle. T"'
constant language of reward, ic, "to him that over
comes."
Anaffmtnrait-ofDRUGGSand MEDICINES, of
the fijit quality, to be Sold, at reasonable rates, by
SHARP DELAN Y,
At the corner of Walnut and Second-streets, amongst
which are,
A quantity of Sweet Oil, by the jar, gallon or lesser
quantity.
'^O BE SOLD BY
LEONARD DORSEY,
WHOLESALE and RETAIL,
S A L T,
Of an exceeding good QUALITY.
Argent. Viv.
Calomel,
Camphor,
Cantharides,
Cort. P^ruv.
Myrrh,
Manna,
Sena,
Sal. Cathart,
Sal. Ammon,
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THE
Prune!!,
Rad, Jalap,
Ipecauoan,
Rhubarb,
Spt. C.C,
Vol. Arom,
Resin Jalap,
Scammon,
Tart. Emet, &c. *c.
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ADVERTISER.
The Noted Horse GOLDEN FAfol E R,
The property.of Mr. jqhn Hu rcHiNrcx/at Tact,
in Morris county, East Jersey,
WILL cover the ensuing season ?t Mr. Thomas
Laycock's in Kmgfeffrag, levin miles from
Philadelphia; four from the Middle Ferry upon Schuyl
kill, and two from Darby. Golden Farmer, is now n
fing *%lft years old, was imported from Great-Britain
in 1774, is full sixteen hands high, free from all ble
miihes, a good bay well-marked ; and forlhape, strength;
and a&ion, is fup:rior to any Horse 01 }the Continent.
It is needless to fay more, as he is so well known, and
his Colts have proved his perfections. Golden Farmer
will go to Mares at Three Guineas the fe^fon, and One
Dollar to the Groom, to be paid in gold or silver, when
the Mares are covered, or before taken away.
Good Grass for Mares, and proper attendance, at
One silver dollar per week.
Philadelphia, April 13.
One Thousand Dollars Reward.
MR. GEORGE KENNEDY, ft able on the
Dock, was broke open on the right of the lath
ink, (April) and the following HORSES stole, viz. A
bright bay Horse, about nine years old, fourteen hands
and a half high, with a star and snip, carries very gay,
tots remarkably faft, s:d his off fore foot appears as if
it had been split in the middle. An Iron gray Horse,
fifteen hands hgh, five years old, his face partly white,'
food all round, hots and canters well, and has a re
markable large wart above his off eye. A flout made
light gray Horse, about fourteen hands and a half high,
between seven and nine years old, with a long mane 2nd
darkish gray legs. Whoever secures the above Herfet,
and thief or thiefs, so that the owner gets his property
again, fhail have the above reward; and reasonable char
ges, or in proportion for any of the Horfts.
ROBERT COCKS, in Water street,
near Walnut street.
Taken off at the fame time, a fadd!4, with a hogfkin
feat, without a seam in the middle; two bridles, one a
pleated curb, with G. K. in a cypher; the other a com
mon curb, the rain broke in two plices, but mended.
TO BE SOLD /?/ Private Sale,
Or exhang^d for a House in thi< city.
AV ALUABLE Plantation, situate in Green
wich townfliip, GloUcefter county, Weft New-Jer
fty, containing in acres of excellent land, on which
is a good dwelling house, and a young bearing orchard,
about four acres of cleared meadow and a considerable
quantify more may be made, about 20 ^cres of the up
land cleared and under good fence, the land, is well tim
bered with Oak and Pine fit for sawing, feme Cedar
fi^amp, and an excellent ftioam of w?!er rm king near
the house : This place will probably become very valu
able, a Glass house having lately been erc&ed within 1
mile ofit, it is convenient to federal law and grift-mills,'
and within about 6 miles of a good and public landing
on Mantua creek : The place is about so Miles from thig
city, and 16 from the town of Gloucester, Inquire of
the Printer.
JA ME S NEWPOR T,
At his DIST ILLER Y, within the next gate-way
arove Church-alley, in Third-lheet, (that formerly
was occupied by Samuel Burge,)
Has by Wholesale and Retail;
NE A r Brandy,
Genova,
Aniseed W-ter,
Orange Water,
Spirits of Wine, proper for railing low proof If.
query, &c.
N. B. He continues to make the above liquor# of the
belt quality; and gives particular encouragement to
those Who buy to fell again.
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Kingfeffing, April 13, 1780.