Rhode-Island Republican (Newport, R.I.), 1804-05-17 00:00:00

Rhode-Island Republican.
AN INDISSOLUBLE UNION OF THE STATES, IS ESSENTIAL TO THEIR LIBERTY AND EXISTENCE.—WASHINGTON.
Published weekly, by OLIVER FARNWORTH, (Printer to the STATE, and of the LAWS of the UNITED STATES,) Thames-Street, NEWPORT.
Nathaniel Nason, RESPECTFULLY informs the Public, that he has taken a Shop three Doors North of the New Church Lane, where all kinds of TIN WARE, can be furnished at the shortest notice...
Stove Pipes, either of Tin or Sheet-Iron, made with dispatch. Cash, and the highest price, given for old Pewter and Lead.
WHEREAS Anne, Wife of me the subscriber, has eloped from my bed and board, and otherwise behaved herself in an unbecoming manner, refusing to live with me...
FOR SALE, A Two story dwelling House, with a Shop adjoining, situated in Horn Lane, lying to the northward of the estate of Mr. Thomas G. Pitman...
Just received, and for sale, by JACOB RICHARDSON, At the Post-Office, HOUSE Paper of every kind, American, English, French and Hamburg, about 5000 pieces...
JAMES MUMFORD INFORMS his Customers and others, that he has just received from Boston a handsome assortment of SPRING GOODS, Which he is now selling very low for CASH.
JOHN F. TOWNSEND & Co. HAVE just received a large supply of Woolen and other GOODS, purchased with cash, & which they offer for sale unusually low...
BOOK-BINDING. BANKS, Insurance Companies, Merchants, &c, who may wish for Blank Books of any size, may depend on having them done in a superior manner...
Old BIBLES and other Books re-bound on the most reasonable terms; and every description of binding, either in sheep, calf or Morocco, performed in the neatest manner...
A BARBER'S SHOP, Three Doors West of Mr. Townsend's Coffee-House. THE Subscriber respectfully informs the public, that he carries on the Hair Dressing business...
Hard Ware, Stationary, &c. DAVID MELVILL, jun. RESPECTFULLY informs his friends that he has just received a very handsome addition to his former assortment of Hard-Ware...
New-York Manufactured TOBACCO and SNUFF of the first quality, at a small advance—Consisting of Negro-Head; Plug; Pigtail; Ladies' Twist; Paper, for chewing and smoking, and Scotch SNUFF.
To be Sold or Let, AND possession given the 25th inst. a convenient two-story Dwelling House, with four rooms on a floor, well calculated for two families...
SAMUEL JAMES HAS FOR SALE, A this Paper Hanging Manufactory, which is in the House he now occupies, opposite to Mr. Lewis Peck's, on the West-Side of the Bridge...
William Douglass, in the Head of Broad Street, HAS constantly for sale, a general Assortment of West-India and other GOODS. He has also received from New-York & Vermont the following Hay Seeds, viz.
HAY SEEDS. Red Clover, Heda-Grass, Red-Top, and Ryegrass, by wholesale and retail. They are new and clean, and will be sold as low as can be purchased in the State.
CASH, and Two Pence half Penny per pound, given for Cotton and Linen RAGS. FOR SALE BY SAMUEL VERNON, jun. FRESH superfine Richmond FLOUR, a few Hhds. of James River Sack scented mountain TOBACCO...
BOARDING HOUSE. THE subscriber hereby informs his friends and the Public in general, that he has removed to Wickford, and occupies that spacious and pleasantly situated House, the property of Mr. Oliver Smith...
Serious Notice. THE subscriber once more calls on all persons indebted to him, to make immediate payment either at his dwelling in Little-Compton, or at the house of Cornelius Seabury in Tiverton...
Dry Goods for Cash only. THE Subscriber intending to quit the line of business he at present pursues, has marked all his Goods, including a box of Hats offered, at not exceeding 5 per cent. (the usual profit being 20 per cent.) on cost, by retail; many less, and some at cost.
WHEREAS the Court of probate for the town of North-Kingstown, having appointed the subscribers, Commissioners to receive and examine the claims of the creditors to the estate of SAMUEL HUNT, Esq. late of North-Kingstown, deceased...
GEORGE THOMAS, Confectioner, Distiller, and Fruit Preserver, HAS for Sale the following Articles, viz. box and cask raisins; figs; almonds in shell; prunes; currants; nutmegs; cloves; cinnamon; allspice; black and Cayenne pepper; ginger; mustard; spice berries; tea; coffee; cocoa shells; chocolate, No. 1 and 2, prepared with and without vanilla; brown, powdered & loaf-sugar...
Boarding for Students, IN the Washington Academy, may be had in the families of either of the subscribers, at one Dollar and fifty Cents per week, and every other necessary accommodation, by the Public's obedient Servants. ROBERT ELDRED, RICHARD THOMAS, DANIEL ELDRED, GEORGE TENNANT, PHILLIP TILLINGHAST, WILLIAM HAMMOND, Jun. CASH and the highest price given for RAGS at this Office.
LAWS OF THE UNION. [PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY.] EIGHTH CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES. At the First Session, begun and held at the City of Washington, in the Territory of Columbia, on the Seventeenth day of October, 1803.
AN ACT To provide for light houses, and bays in the coast therein mentioned. BE it enacted, by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That as soon as the proprietor of the fourth end or point of St. Simon's island in the State of Georgia, shall convey by good and sufficient titles, unto the United States, so much land on the fourth end of the said island, as the President of the United States shall deem sufficient and most proper for the fire and accommodation of a light house...
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That the Secretary of the treasury under the direction of the President, be authorised and required to cause to be placed a buoy or buoys at such place or places on or near the bar of St. Simon's, as may conduce to the safe pilotage of vessels to and from the ports of Brunswick and Frederica.
Sec. 3. And be it further enacted, That it shall be lawful for the Secretary of the treasury to cause to be rebuilt, in such manner as he may deem expedient, the light house at Clark's point within the town of New-Bedford in the State of Massachusetts.
Sec. 4. And be it further enacted, That the Secretary of the treasury shall be, and he is hereby authorised and required to cause a sufficient light house to be erected on Fire-mile point, so called, near the entrance of the Harbor of New-Haven in the State of Connecticut, and to appoint a keeper, and otherwise provide for such light house at the expence of the United States.
Sec. 5. And be it further enacted, That there be appropriated for the purpose of defraying the charges and expences to be incurred in executing the two first sections of this act, the sum of seven thousand dollars;—for rebuilding the light house as aforesaid at Clark's point, a sum not exceeding two thousand five hundred dollars; and for the erection of a light house at the Fire-mile point, aforesaid, a sum not exceeding two thousand five hundred dollars; which sums shall be paid out of any monies in the treasury not otherwise appropriated.
NATHL. MACON, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JESSE FRANKLIN, President of the Senate pro tempore. APPROVED, March 16, 1804. TH: JEFFERSON. AN ACT Providing for the expences of the Civil Government of Louisiana. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That all the monies which have been, or which shall be received by any officer of the United States, on account of duties or taxes within the territories ceded to the United States, by the treaty of the thirtieth of April, eighteen hundred and three, shall be paid into the treasury, and accounted for in the same manner as other public monies.
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That for the purpose of making a reasonable compensation to the person, or persons, in whom the powers of civil government, heretofore exercised by the officers of the said territories under the Spanish and French governments, have been vested by the President of the United States, and also for defraying the other civil expences of the said territories, from the time when possession of the same was obtained by the United States, to the time when a form of government shall, under the authority of Congress, be established therein, a sum not exceeding twenty thousand dollars, to be expended under the direction of the President of the United States, and to be accounted for as other public monies, shall be, and the same hereby is appropriated, to be paid

ent of any monies in the treasury not otherwise appropriated.
NATHL MACON, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JESSE FRANKLIN, President of the Senate, pro tempore. APPROVED, March 19, 1804. TH: JEFFERSON.
Singular Judicial Proceedings.
SAVANNAH (Geo.) April 28.
The citizens of Savannah were thrown into a serious state of agitation and alarm the past week, from the very reprehensible nature of some sentiments contained in a charge made to the grand jury of this county, delivered on Monday last, by Jabez Bowen, jun. esq. judge of the superior court for the eastern district of this state; and which was increased by a knowledge of certain observations that had fallen from the judge antecedent and subsequent to the delivery of the charge, still more highly inflammatory.
The inexpediency of more particularly advertizing upon the subject, induces us to proceed in the detail to our readers of the papers analogous to the business, and which will be found themselves sufficiently explanatory. The grand jury continued to meet the court until Monday morning, when they delivered to the judge the following presentment:
We the grand jury for the body of the county of Chatham, having taken into consideration the political lecture delivered to us yesterday as a charge by his honor judge Bowen, do upon our oaths present—That it is injudicial, insulting to our government, and repugnant to the general interests of our country, by disseminating principles that may tend to involve the community in the horrors of domestic insurrection. We therefore, without violence to our consciences, and a total disregard of the dearest ties of society and its welfare, cannot further proceed with business. And we are of opinion from the reasons above mentioned, that the said charge should not receive publication; but recommend that a copy of the charge and this our presentment be forwarded by the clerk of the superior court to his excellency the governor, and be laid before the next session of the legislature for their consideration.
William Smith, foreman; B. Gibbons, Wm. Blogg, Jas. McIntosh, S. Shad, Wm. Lewden, Jas. Alger, Jas. Cline, John Gibbons, Isaac Minis, Wm. Brown, Saul Simons, Jas. Belcher, J. Y. White, Jos. Rice, Joseph Machin, John Pettibone, Sampson Nyle, David Guel, T. Bernard, jun. Henry Putnam.
Influenced at this temperate yet dignified conduct of the grand jury, the judge instantly ordered the sheriff to take them to jail. They were proceeding, when there arose a partial cry of "no, no—they shall not go"—which was immediately silenced by the determined deportment of the grand jury—at this cry the judge pulled from his pockets a brace of pistols, inoffensively exclaiming, "Where is the damn'd rascal who dare say no! I'll blow him to me and I'll blow his brains out." The grand jury, however, proceeded to jail, accompanied by most of the gentlemen of the bar who rose in a body and left the court-house directly on their departure. This took place about 9 o'clock in the morning. The bar immediately had a meeting, and the following are the minutes of their proceedings on the occasion:
At a meeting of the attorneys of the bar of Savannah, held at the court-house on Wednesday the 25th of April, 1804, at 11 A. M. present general Mitchell, Charles Harris, John Y. Noel, Thomas Gibbons, Joseph Welscher, James E. Hutton, Richard Leake, Charles Baldwin, Morris Miller, Jeremiah Cuyler, Jno. M. Berrien, George Allen, Alexander M. Allen, William B. Bullock, John Lawton, Rich. M. Stites, Fingal T. Fleming, Joseph Stoops, Thomas Neicher Clift, James Townsfand and William Davies, Esquires.
General Mitchell in the chair. On motion, Unanimously Resolved, That an entertainment be provided for the Grand Jury of this county, now confined in jail, at 4 o'clock this day, at the expense of the bar, and that the Attorneys will dine with the jury. That Messrs. Lawton and Cuyler be a committee to carry the resolution into effect; and that Messrs. Bullock and Berrien be a committee to wait on the grand jury, with a copy of the foregoing resolutions:
On motion, Resolved Unanimously, That Messrs. Harris and Gibbons be a committee to wait on the printers, and request that the charge of judge Bowen, delivered to the grand jury at the opening of the court be not published.
On motion, Resolved Unanimously, That General Mitchell, and Messrs. Noel and Berrien, be a committee to wait on the gentlemen of the grand jury, and advise with them, on the most constitutional and legal mode of procuring their discharge from prison.
On motion, Resolved, That it is the unanimous sense of the bar, that the charge delivered by judge Bowen, at the commencement of the present term of the supreme court of this county, does contain principles, in the highest degree injurious to the interests of the good people of this county, and tends to endanger their lives and their properties, and subject them to the horrors of domestic insurrection. That the members of the bar, do in the most ample manner, approve of the conduct of the grand jury, as well in this expression of their sentiments on the charge of the judge, as in their determination to recede from further attendance of the court. That they view with the utmost abhorrence, the prostitution of judicial dignity in judge Bowen drawing and presenting a pistol against a multitude of the citizens, and using the most profane and indecent language, while on the bench, and during the sitting of the court; and thereupon unanimously resolved, that they will not take their seats at the bar during the present term, nor answer to their names when called; but will attend without the bar at all times, when the grand jury shall be brought up before the court, for the purpose of affording such counsel and advice as their circumstances may require.
Copy of the proceedings. D. B. MITCHELL, chairman. WM. DAVIES, Secretary.
A meeting of the citizens was also called at 1 o'clock, P. M. who came to the following resolves:
At a meeting of the citizens of Savannah, purposely convened, and held at the exchange on the 25th day of April, 1804:
Joseph Clay, Esq. in the chair.
Resolved unanimously, That the citizens of Savannah, do highly applaud the firm, dignified, and patriotic conduct of the present grand jury of Chatham county, for which they have been committed to gaol by judge Bowen, the judge of the supreme court, and that the thanks of the citizens be presented them for their very proper demeanor on the occasion, and that a committee consisting of John Bolton, Edward Telfair and Samuel Howard, Esqrs. be appointed for that purpose.
Resolved unanimously, That a committee be appointed to wait on the several printers in this city, to request in the name of the citizens, that the charge of his honor judge Bowen, to the grand jury of Chatham county, should not be printed, and that Edward I. Davies and George D. Sweet, Esqrs. be the committee.
Resolved unanimously, That a subscription be opened for the support and maintenance of the grand jury of Chatham county while in gaol, and for furnishing them with every convenience; and that a committee be appointed to receive the subscriptions, and invest the money for their benefit while in gaol, and that Messrs. Richard M. Stites, Joseph Arnold, John I. Oray, Norman M'Leod and Samuel H. Stackhouse, be that committee.
Resolved unanimously, That the representatives of this county to the legislature, be requested and instructed to exert themselves to procure a legislative inquiry into the official conduct of the judge of the superior court for this circuit, in committing to gaol the grand jury for the county of Chatham, who are constitutionally bound to preserve the rights of the people, and who in a court of judicature are their lawful representatives, and also into the other official misconduct of the said judge.
Resolved unanimously, That a committee of seven be appointed for carrying into effect the foregoing resolution, and that the said committee be empowered to procure such testimony as may be necessary to substantiate the charges, and that general D. B. Mitchell, and Charles Harris, William Davies, F. T. Fleming, John M. Berrien, Morris Miller, and Thomas F. Williams, Esquires, be that committee.
Resolved unanimously, That a committee be appointed to confer with the committee of the bar, upon the most proper measures to be pursued for the discharge of the grand jury of Chatham county, from their present confinement, and to use every lawful means to procure their enlargement, and that the honorable W. Stevens, Joseph Clay, and Matthew M'Allister, Robert Mackay, and Joseph Miller, Esquires, be that committee.
Resolved unanimously, That the citizens of Savannah, view with abhorrence the conduct of judge Bowen this day while on the bench of the superior court, and during the sitting of the same, in drawing and presenting a pistol against a number of the citizens of this place, and in using the most indecent and profane language, whereby the dignity of his office, and respectability of this government are prostituted.
Resolved unanimously, That the proceedings of this meeting be signed by the chairman and secretary, and published in the newspapers of this city, and that a copy be presented to the foreman of the grand jury; also that extra sheets thereof be published this evening. (Signed)
JOSEPH CLAY, Chairman. A true copy of the original proceeding. SAMUEL HOWARD, Secretary.
Thus situated and taking into view the heinously flagitious language of the judge, a warrant was issued against him for an "attempt to excite domestic insurrection," and he was apprehended between nine and 10 o'clock, but before he was taken he attempted to make his escape, and flashed a loaded pistol at the sheriff.
The next morning (Thursday) the grand jury, through their counsel, petitioned the justices of the inferior court, for a writ of Habeas Corpus, which was granted. The grounds upon which the inferior court acted, will be found detailed in the following document of their proceedings.
Chambers, April 26, 1804.
Present, the hon. Edward Telfair, Edward Harden, John G. Williamson, Esqrs.
State of Georgia, } vs. } Habeas Corpus. William Smith, &c. }
In this case Messrs. Mitchell, Noel, Miller, and Barrien, attorneys in behalf of the prisoners, aided by a committee appointed by the citizens of this county for that purpose, applied for the enlargement of the prisoners.
After argument—it appears that William Smith, Barack Gibbons, William Blogg, Jas. Mackintosh, Richard Turner, Solomon Shad, William Lowden, James Alger, John Gibbons, Isaac Minis, William Brown, Saul Simons, James Belcher, John Y. White, Joseph Rice, Joseph Machin, John Pettibone, Sampson Nyle, Timothy Bernard, David Gugle, Henry Putnam, and Jonathan Cline, composing the grand inquest, for the body of the county of Chatham, were in the forenoon of yesterday committed to the common gaol of this county by judge Bowen, under and by virtue of a precept of these words:
"You are hereby required and commanded to keep safe in your custody, those members of the grand jury committed to your safe keeping this morning by the sheriff, in obedience to the order of the judge of the superior court until you receive from under my hand an order for their liberation."
(Signed) JABEZ BOWEN, jun. (L. S.)
Which said commitment appears to be vague, informal, and assigns no specific charge or reason, for the commitment wants precision, naming no particular persons, & contains this unlawful restriction, that the jailor should keep them until he should receive from under the said judge's hand, an order for their liberation, and without a date.
It further appears that since the above commitment, judge Bowen has been confined and in close custody in the common jail of this county, which has thereby suspended his judicial functions, created a virtual absence and legal disability of the judge of the superior court, as appears by the jailer's certificate in the following words:
Georgia. } To the Keeper of the common gaol of said county. Chatham County }
Receive the body of the honorable Jabez Bowen, jun. brought before me on a warrant charging him with an attempt to excite a domestic insurrection in this State, and him safely keep, until thence delivered by due course of law.
Given under my hand and Seal, 25th April, 1804. (Signed)
JOHN POOLER, J. P. (L. S.)
I do certify that the above is a copy of a mitimus in my possession, under which I have the body of the person therein named now in the common Goal of Chatham county.
J. P. OATES, Goaler, &c. c. Savannah, 27th April, 1804.
And the 7th section of the judiciary act of 1799, giving unto any two or more of the justices of the inferior court in the absence of the Judge of the superior court, full power and authority to issue writs of Habeas Corpus and in all cases to discharge, admit to bail or remand to gaol any prisoner, according to their direction, and the law of the land—and the sheriff of the county of Chatham having the said William Smith, and the other prisoners names in the said Habeas Corpus
before us as commanded, together with Judge Bowen's commitment, as the only cause of their caption and detention.—The court thereupon addressed them:
FELLOW CITIZENS,
It will be difficult to find a precedent to meet your case, at the same time we feel no hesitation, in declaring your commitment, now before the court, illegal,
Because, That it strikes at the root of jurisprudence, and consequently puts a period to the present term; without you, the lives and the rights of your fellow citizens are in danger—It is the grand jury of inquest they look up to for protection and without your body the law of our country cannot be executed. The patriotism, firmness, and dignity with which you have conducted yourselves together with the patience & fortitude you have displayed, will hand your names with applause to posterity.
The arbitrary and illegal confinement under which you have labored for 24 hours, is hereby declared to cease, and therefore, you are discharged from your confinement.
A true copy from the minutes. JAMES BULLOCH, Clk.
The grand jury have made the following address to their fellow citizens thro' the medium of their chairman:
SAVANNAH, April 26, 1804.
To Joseph Clay, Esq. chairman of the meeting of the citizens of Savannah, publicly convened at the exchange, the 25th April, 1804.
SIR,
We the subscribers, late members of the grand inquest for the body of the county of Chatham, are happy at finding that the conduct we, from duty to our country and to ourselves, were constrained to adopt towards Jabez Bowen jun. judge of the eastern district, on the 25th inst. has been so generally approved by our fellow-citizens.
The attention paid, the liberal vote and offer for maintenance while in confinement, by our fellow citizens, are deeply impressed upon our feelings.
We present through you sir, our sincere thanks to them for the lively interest, exhibited towards us on the occasion.
Wm. Smith, Barack Gibbons, Wm. Bloggs, James Macintosh, Richard Turner, Solomon Shad, Wm. Lewden, James Alger, Jonathan Cling, Jno. Gibbons, Isaac Minis, W. Brown, Saul Simons, James Belcher, John Y. White, Joseph Rice, Joseph Machin, John Pettibone, Sampson Nyle, David Gugle, T. Bernard, junior.
THE Subscribers acquaint their Friends and the Public, that they have formed a connection in trade, and propose to transact business in future under the firm of
Rhodes & Hammond.
They have on hand for sale,
Hhds. of fourth proof Jamaica Rum, Pipes Barcelona Brandy, Pipes Holland Geneva, Bohea Tea in whole and half chests, Loaf, Lump and Brown Sugar, Coffee, Pimento, Pepper and Ginger, Superfine Flour,—ALSO, 5 Pipes 2d proof Cognac Brandy, 20 bbls. prime Beef, 10 bbls. mels and prime Pork.
CHRISTOPHER RHODES, JAMES HAMMOND. Newport, May 9, 1804. 88
FOR SALE BY
S. Davis, & F. Coggeshall,
33 Hhds. clayed Sugars of an excellent quality, 4000 wt. excellent Green Coffee, 10 Pancheons fourth proof good flavored W. I. Rum, just imported in sloop John Adams, from Martinico, and entitled to drawback.—Also,
Good retailing Molasses by the hhd. white and brown Havana Sugar by the box, 50 hhds. Cod Fish, 25 do. Scale Fish, 2 tons old Iron, 100 Barrels Tar and Pitch, Turpentine and Rosin by the barrel. Newport, May 9, 1804. 88
FASHIONABLE HATS.
S. Shumway & Co.
Have this Day Received,
LARGE supply of fashionable HATS, imported this Spring, which will be sold at the lowest possible prices. Newport, May 9, 1804. 88

HUDSON, April 24. A federal LIE detected. —It being impudent and falsely asserted that the republicans in our last legislature refused to pass a bill to admit truth in evidence , we can assure our readers that a bill to that effect has passed both houses; but that it was delayed so long in its passage by the repeated motions, harrangues and quibblings of the federal lawyers and their colleagues, that it was not sent to the council of revision till within 10 days of the adjournment, in consequence of which it cannot become a law till the first day of the next session. It should be noted that an attempt made by Messrs. Ambrose Spencer and De Witt Clinton to introduce such a law was defeated by the federalists, who uniformly refused every attempt of the kind during their continuance in power.
WASHINGTON, May 7. OFFICIAL. Extract of a letter from Commander Preble to the Secretary of the Navy, dated Malta Harbour, January 17th, 1804.
The coast of Tripoli is extremely dangerous at this season of the year, but I could not avoid paying it a visit, and on the morning of the 23 rd ult. I captured a vessel in sight of Tripoli which left that port in the night bound to Benghazi. She was under Turkish colours and navigated by Turks and Greeks, but had on board two Tripoline officers of distinction, a son of one of the officers, a number of Tripoline soldiers, and 42 black men and women slaves belonging to the Bashaw and his subjects, and a small sum of about one thousand dollars in money, Tripoline property.
My object in coming over here, was to attend to the translation of the papers, to look out for some good boats for light cruisers and to forward some necessary supplies to our unfortunate countrymen.
If I had on the translation of the papers that the vessel is Turkish property I shall release her together with all the people which the Captain claims, viz. an officer of the Captain Pacha, 3 Turks and 7 Greeks; the remainder amounting to about 60 Tripolines and slaves belonging to the Bashaw and his subjects, I shall keep as prisoners. I have written to the Bashaw proposing an exchange, and hope this capture will enable me to release some of our countrymen, or at any rate, it will afford us considerable advantage in any negotiation for a ransom or peace.
I have this day had indirect proposals from the Bashaw for a peace. He is willing to restore the frigate Philadelphia for a schooner, and he will give up our officers and men for 500 dollars each. I believe that on these terms he would make peace, but he demands an annual stipend for keeping it, such as the Swedes or Danes pay him, amounting to
100,000 dollars per annum. This we ought never to accede to, as it would simulate the avarice of the other Barbary powers, and probably induce them to declare war against us.
Extract of a letter from Commander Preble to the Secretary of the Navy, dated Malta Jan. 20 1804.
I have received further proposals (indirectly) from the Bashaw—he appears to be willing to give me as many of our officers and men as I have Tripolitans in exchange—for the remainder I suspect he is willing to take 400 dollars for each and make peace without any consideration or annual tribute, and give us a frigate for a schooner. These terms perhaps may be thought favorable by the United States. I shall send a vessel to Col. Lear to consult him, and in the mean time take the necessary steps for lessening the Bashaw's expectations.
By the last accounts from New-Orleans every thing was perfectly quiet, and the inhabitants much pleased with the change of their situation. New settlers were coming in from all parts of the United States, and it was expected the Americans would soon outnumber the old settlers. In New-Orleans house rent had risen greatly in price, in consequence of the increase of the inhabitants. Business was beginning to assume a brisk appearance, and the boats from the western country would soon descend the Mississippi with valuable cargoes. Many large vessels are building on the western shores, where the greater part of the materials are procured at cheaper prices than in the Atlantic States; and although the vessels are not quite prepared for sea, yet the deficiency can be made up at New-Orleans; and no reason can be assigned why that quarter of the Union will not, in time, be able to furnish as good vessels, and at as reasonable rates, as any of the eastern or middle States. Labor is cheaper there, wood is at one third of our prices, and hemp and cordage can be furnished at about one half of what they cost in our market; and it is believed the country furnishes iron in sufficient quantities for all its wants. The vessels can be loaded with beef, pork, hemp, lumber, wheat, corn, tobacco & even cotton, and other valuable productions of the country, which will all find a ready and advantageous sale at New-Orleans; or at any other market which may be preferred. The true policy of the western people will be to make New-Orleans a place of deposit for their merchandise as heretofore. They are now exempt from any outward duty whatever. This is a great benefit, and will give them new advantages in the sale of their goods. The merchants of the Atlantic States will readily purchase their productions in exchange for such articles as are wanted in the western country. In this manner, a trade will be carried on mutually beneficial, and being freed from the risk and dangers of foreign voyages, the people of the upper country will obtain supplies at the cheapest prices. They will make their payments in barter only; and will on the whole reap advantages which they had no right to calculate upon a few years ago, when Louisiana was possessed by Spain, and when their right of deposit at New-Orleans was secured only upon the caprice of a Spanish In-
tendant, the treaty guaranteeing the privilege merely for a short period. The western people are now allied to the Union by strong ties. A free passage to the ocean is secured to them forever: It cannot be wrested from them. It is a common property. The whole of the Mississippi, and all its numerous streams belong to the American nation. We have purchased Louisiana, and its noble rivers are ours. It cost us no lives: no American has spilt his blood to obtain this invaluable country. It has been obtained by mild negotiation. Mr. Jefferson conceived the plan. He directed the movements. It was he who gave the necessary orders to our Ministers to enter into negotiations. Nothing was done without his approbation, and if we now are in quiet possession of the vast and rich country in the world, it is owing to the Statesman of Monticello, and the author of the Declaration of Independence. S. Reg.
NEWPORT, Thursday, May 17, 1804.
NATIONAL FESTIVAL.
SATURDAY last, the twelfth of May, being the day set apart by the voluntary coincidence of the nation, for rendering suitable testimonials tributary to the just, generous, peaceful and honorable acquisition of the immense, and invaluable territory, recently annexed to the American Empire, through the wisdom, firmness, and patriotism of him who guides its measures, and whose glory it is to rule in righteousness and truth, was celebrated in this town, in a manner (it is sufficient to say) worthy of the Republican part of it. No occasion perhaps ever witnessed a greater degree of spirit, unanimity, and enjoyment. Colours were displayed in various parts of the town, attended with repeated discharges of artillery, while the citizens were regaled with instrumental music, from a band associated for that purpose, and assembled in the State-House. At half past two o'clock, a respectable number of citizens sat down in the Representatives Chamber to an excellent dinner, prepared by Capt. Richard Barker.
CONSTANT TABER, Esq. officiated as President, and NATHANIEL HAZARD, Esq. as Vice-President of the Day.
After dinner the following TOASTS were given, accompanied by discharges of cannon.
1 st . The People—Fear not to extend the boundaries of the happy land where the principle of their sovereignty is acknowledged and revered.— Tune, Hail Columbia.
2 d . President Jefferson—covered with laurels, yet unspotted with blood—On the roll of Statesmen, name his equal.— Jefferson's March.
3 d . The Congress—A virtuous Legislature aiding a virtuous Executive, the prosperity of the country is ensured.— God of Love.
4 th . Louisiana—To the provident government of the United States—the enlightened government of France—and the just government of Spain—the inhabitants of a Territory, of boundless extent and inexhaustible riches, are indebted for the rights and privileges which make their sum of happiness complete.— French National March.
5 th . Munro and Livingston—Ever attentive to the calls of their country—and ever able to support her.— Rise Columbia.
6 th . The present Administration of the General Government—respected by every civilized nation, will soon exact the respect of a solitary piratical State; and American seamen shall not be slaves.— Yankee Doodle.
7 th . The Legislature of Rhode-Island—True and steady; supporting the measures of the National Legislature; paying off State debt; cherishing civil and religious liberty, without regard to the frowns and caprices of neighboring Sisters.— Rhode Island March.
8 th . Agriculture and Commerce, arts and sciences—Are they not of one family?— America, Commerce and Freedom.
9 th . The Flag of the Union—Let our squadrons speak terror to pirates; but let it be remembered, that America's gravest glory is to be at peace with all the world.— Trenton's Victory.
10 th . Judges—Independence and impeachment.— Washington's March.
11 th . Democracy—Flourishing plant—It will grow luxuriantly by the waters of the Missouri and Mississippi.— Marseilles Hymn.
12 th . Economy—The money for the purchase of a world saved during an Administration of four years.— Money in both Pockets.
13 th . The Union—Sacred to the Rhode-Islander, who will never forget the rights secured to him by the Federal Constitution.— On the Road to Boston.
14 th . No "Third Party"—Those who are not for us are against us—Republicans unite only with Republicans.— No, no, no Sir, no.
15 th . The Press—Its licentiousness cannot injure a good Administration—let it be free to check a bad one.— Jefferson and Liberty.
16 th . The Ladies—May our adopted Sisters of New-Orleans, and our fair Sisters of Newport, never smile on any but the friends of their Country.— As was said je, & come back to the Wedding.
17 th . The United States—where justice is established, domestic tranquility insured, the common defence provided for, the general welfare promoted, and the blessings of liberty secured.— God save the United States.
VOLUNTEERS. As soon as the President left the room, Constant Taber, Esq.— An honest man's the noblest work of God. After Mr. Ellery retired, Christopher Ellery, Esq.— The patriot who outlives persecution. When the French Vice-Consul withdrew, Citizen Kerblay— Vice-Consul of the French Republic: Health and Fraternity. Governor Fenner— The man who labors for the Public Good, will ever be rewarded with the public favor.
That Negotiation, which precedes and prevents war, rather than that which follows it. A Judiciary to maintain the Rights of the People, not to aid the machinations of the Government. The blessings of Monarchy—avar and debt, corruption and taxes. Past services, unpolluted by modern degeneracy—We love the patriot, while we detest him when he endeavors to become an oppressor. That Virtue which supports a free Government, and that Government which supports Virtue. The mom or Samuel Adams, Esq.—The first to assert our Rights, and the last to relinquish them. The Administration which removes our taxes, yet diminishes our debts; not that which increases the one, while it accumulates the other. The man who for a pittance secured to us a vast country; and the country which secures to us our rights. The free passage of the Mississippi—May we never hold a right so important, by a tenure uncertain. The Constitution, which secures liberty by amendment, not that which sacrifices our rights through a fear of it. That people, who have broken the chains of one oppressor, and taught an awful lesson to all others. Liberty, secured by the Constitution, not dependent on the virtue of administration. The State of Rhode-Island—Early and active in support of liberty—award may she hold her course, regardless of "the little faction." The memory of Washington—May his name never be used to destroy our freedom, whose talents were ever ready to support it. A well regulated militia for the support of our national rights; no standing armies for the support of favorite individuals. May the united majority of this Country never be dismayed. May America ever be an asylum for the oppressed. The celebrated Author of Old South—May he not relax in his labors until the victory is complete. Yankee Doodle—May our old friend in the day of distress, be remembered in the day of prosperity. The old soldier, who fought our battles, yet was founded of his pay by Dexter's "Sleeping Sampson of New-England." The memorable 4 th of March—The day, which consigned to the hale of Adams' nobility, tyrants and aristocrats, and consigned them with a three-fold bolt—the President, the Senate, and the House of Representatives.
The Hall in which the tables were spread was handsomely decorated with evergreen, & ornamented with a variety of elegant engravings, &c. suited to the occasion. At the head of the table and above the rest, was placed Washington's ascension—on the right of which was the Portrait of the President of the United States & on the left his Inaugural Speech. On the right of the President, an emblem of Peace, and on the left an emblem of plenty. On the right of the Speech, an emblem of America, and on the left an emblem of Freedom. On the right and left of the table, the Heroes of the Revolution and the American Eagle. At the foot, an historical painting of the Battle of Lexington—The triumph of Liberty—And an elegant representation of American Patriotism, dedicated to those who wish to keep sheathed the desolating sword of war, and to continue the blessings of peace and amity to a happy people.
During the course of the entertainment, the following beautiful & appropriate lines were sung, amid bursts of applause.
To the Tune of Alhama.
While night wraps in darkness one half of the Sphere,
And Patriots and Freemen retire from their care,
On the pillow, with Virtue, they sweetly repose,
And enjoy the pure blessings, unfeigned by their Foes,
Expanded by Freedom, the dignified Mind,
Ne'er thinks but of acts for the good of Mankind,
And while Tyrants are plotting to increase human woes,
The Freeman promotes e'en the peace of his Foes.
Blest with Genius, with Talents, with Virtues Divine,
Still Columbia, thy boast is that Jefferson's thine,
Link'd in Fame with thy Freedom his bright spirit glows,
And his thoughts bend on you, while he pities his Foes.
Oh long may his Virtues, our country adorn,
And Freemen salute him, on each New-Year's Morn,
Inspired by that spirit, in his bosom which glows,
May Columbia be Free, and be Tyrants your Foes.
ed the lingering passenger, and sweetly echoed afar, while the interior of the dome resounded with the tune of Jefferson and Liberty .—Vast crowds assembled to gaze, and to admire. We are happy to add, that during the whole course of the Celebration, no incident occurred to damp the pleasure of a single votary of freedom.
The NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER has given a statistical table of the United States from 1774 to 1803, which marks the progress of the States in their population, commerce, arts, and political and domestic affairs. It gives to the United States 1,250 miles in length, and 1040 miles in breadth, being more than 1,000,000 of square miles, or 640 millions of acres. We can notice the great numbers only. In the above term of years, the population has risen from 2 to 5 millions; the improved land from 20 to 38 millions of acres, the militia has increased from 400,000 to 900,000—the seamen from 15,000 to 63,000; the domestic produce, from 6,000,000 of dollars to 42,000,000; the exports from 6,000,000 to 55,000,000; the tonnage from 198,000 to above a million of tons; active fishing fund in 1793, 2,000,000; in 1802, 12,000,000; bonds and cash in the treasury in 1793, 6,000,000 in 1803, 13,000,000. Louisiana is not included.
The votes for Governor in 431 towns, give Judge Sullivan 23,632, Gov. Strong 28,425—Federal decrease 479, Republican increase TEN THOUSAND!!!
The recent election in the State of New-York, gives the parties the ensuing Members of Congress:
Republican —Messrs. Eliphalet Weeks, Samuel L. Mitchell, Daniel D. Tompkins, Philip Van Cortlandt, John Blake, Junr. Daniel C. Verplanck, Josiah Masters, Peter Saly, Frederick Sammons, John Russel, Silas Halsey, Uri Tracy, N. Williams, D. Thomas, M. G. Shumaman.
Federal —Messrs. Henry W. Livingston, Kilban R. Van Rensselaer. Fifteen to two.—Last year there were twelve Republicans, and five Federalists. The total majority for the Republican candidate for Governor, will certainly exceed 7,000—and may be upwards of 8,000!
Boston, May 12.
Capt. Watts, arrived yesterday, brings London dates to the 4 th April, but they contain no news.—The invasion had not been attempted, though still threatened, and hourly expected.—Neither Moreau nor Pichegru had been tried; and very little evidence of any deep laid conspiracy had been adduced; so that the news of Bonaparte's reign having ceased, received by the way of Halifax, is untrue.—The Toulon fleet had not put to sea at the last dates.
West-Indies. —Arrivals from Cape-Francois to the 15 th of April, state, that the French people at the Cape, are in a most distressed situation, expecting every moment a general massacre; and none of them are suffered to leave the Island. A Danish Schooner which sailed for St. Thomas, was over hauled by a brig and barge, and French passengers found on board: she was immediately carried to a small port to leeward of the Cape, and the captain, crew, and every soul on board, shot! No age or sex is spared from the outrage and inhumanity of the blacks. In general the Americans, notwithstanding the professions of the blacks are treated extremely ill. An American supercargo was kept 3 days in a dungeon, for going on shore after dark. Upwards of 400 persons were killed at Port-au-Prince in four days in a horrible massacre which commenced on the 16 th March.—Capt. Bartlett arrived at Newburyport, from St. Pierre, sailed the 20 th of April, and informs that the Island could not be considered in a state of blockade, there being only a 74 gun ship, and a schooner, off that station.
Extract of a letter from Washington, dated 19 th April, 1804.
"In addition to the favorable accounts which have been received since the loss of our frigate, the Secretary of State has received information that the Emperor of Russia has interposed, authoritatively, for the liberation of our prisoners. Whether the Bey will obey or not, time only can discover. It cannot fail I think, to make such an impression on the regency, as must facilitate the negotiations of our government for their relief."
DIED —On the 17 th ult. at Monticello, Mrs. Maria Eppes, wife of John W. Eppes, Esquire, and second daughter of President Jefferson.
In this town, on the 5 th inst. Miss Abigail Burroughs, daughter of the late Capt. James Burroughs, in the 38 th year of her age.
Sales at Auction.
TO-MORROW, at 10 o'clock A. M. will be sold at GARDNER & DEAN's Auction Room,
ONE Bale blue COTTONS, with some Furniture, and sundry other Articles. Newport, May 17, 1804.
For Sale,
AT Public Auction, on Tuesday the 29 th May, 1804, the dwelling House and lot of land thereto belonging, late the property of Joseph Thurston, deceased, and subject to the Widow's Dower, being pleasantly situated in Spring-Street, a little northward of the Church.
GARDNER & DEAN, Auctioneers. Newport, April 12, 1804.
A number of Advertisements, &c. unavoidably omitted, will appear in our next.

HOLMES WEAVER, CABINET & CHAIR-MAKER, HAS for Sale, a number of pieces of the most Fashionable Furniture, As Cheap as can be purchased, of equal elegance. Newport, Nov. 15. exii
JAMES G. PECKHAM, GOLD & SILVER SMITH.
RESPECTFULLY informs his friends and the public that he has taken a shop directly opposite Mr. Israel Pease, Thames Street, where all commands will be punctually attended to, and favors gratefully acknowledged.
He has just opened a handsome assortment of Jewellery & Fancy Goods, which he will sell as cheap as can be purchased in the town. Also, an assortment of Hard Ware &c. &c. with many other articles too tedious to enumerate.
N. B. Cash and the highest price given for old Gold, Silver, Copper, Brass, Pewter, and Lead. Newport, March 7, 1804. 83
Nicholas Webster,
INFORMS the Public, that he has opened a GROCERY STORE in Broad Street, in the house, late the property of Mr. Caleb Earl, where he has for Sale a general assortment of WEST-INDIA GOODS.
Among others, are the following articles: Rum, Brandy, Gin, Cherry-Rum, Molasses, Flour, Rye and Indian Meal, Teas of various kinds, Coffee, Chocolate, Raisins, Currants, Pepper, Ginger, Allspice, Cinnamon, Nutmegs, Butter, Cheese, Candles, Onions, Tobacco, Snuff, Powder and Shot, Lamp-Oil, Loaf and Brown Sugars, &c. &c. ALSO,
A general and extensive variety of Crockery and Hard Ware; Men's and Women's Shoes, &c. &c. with many other articles, too tedious to mention; all which will be sold at the most reduced prices. Newport, Nov. 21, 1801. 60s
NEW HAT STORE.
THE subscribers inform their friends, and the public in general, that they have taken the Store of Mr. Henry G. Champlin, directly opposite the Union Bank, where they have just opened a complete assortment of HATS, of the latest importation and of their own manufacturing, which they intend to sell as Cheap as can be purchased in Newport, or New York, and of equal quality. They have also on hand Hat Trimmings of all kinds.
Benjamin & Solomon G. Weaver. Newport, April 19, 1804. 85
Fresh Spring GOODS,
JUST received, and to be disposed of on the most reasonable terms, for Cash only, by W. C. BAEN. Newport, April 4, 1804. 83
FLOUR STORE
On Col. CHRISTOPHER CHAMPLIN'S Wharf,—By JOHN BOURS, jun. & Co. Who will always have on hand a supply of the best Superfine FLOUR. Newport, Oct. 20, 1803. 83
TO BE LET,
A Handsome, convenient, and well-finished Dwelling-House, with a store and other out-buildings, situated in Thames Street, opposite Capt. James Dockray's.—For terms apply to Capt. Peleg Wood, jun. of Newport, or JOHN READ. Portsmouth, April 3, 1804. 85
SAIL-MAKING.
THE subscribers having entered into partnership, under the firm of Dunham and Spooner, hereby inform the Public, that they carry on the Sail-Making business, in its various branches, at their Sail Loft, on the wharf of the late Gen. John Mathson, at the South part of the town. Those who may favor them with their custom, may depend on punctuality and dispatch. All favors will be gratefully acknowledged, by CHARLES C. DUNHAM, WING SPOONER, 2d. Newport, April 3, 1802. 79s
Lawton Burdick,
HAS just received at his Shoe Store, next door south of Mr. William Longley, Thames-Street, an additional assortment of Ladies and Gentlemen's Shoes at the most reduced prices. Also, young Misses & Children's Shoes of every description.
The Boot and Shoe making business is likewise carried on at the same place, in its various branches. Sawdust Boots made in the neat-st manner and on the lowest terms; and all favors acknowledged with gratitude.
For sale at above, a few hundred weight of the best kind of
SOLE LEATHER, very low for Cash. Newport, April 19, 1804. 85
NICOLAS GEFFROY,
HAS constantly on hand, an elegant assortment of warranted, and common English Geneva Watches & Timepieces, which he will sell on reasonable terms.—He also carries on the Goldsmith's & Silversmith's
Business in all its branches, & will make, or repair, any kind of Jewellery, in the neatest fashion.
He has likewise for Sale,
Wholesale and Retail, all kinds of Jewellery, imported and of the latest fashion; officers' gold and silver epaulets; plated and brass candlesticks; plated and Britannia tea-pots; dishes, small swords and pagers; plated bits, stirrups & spurs; tea-trays; castors & adams, pepper and tongs; cutlery ware of all kinds; night and day spy-glasses; ladies and gentlemen's pocket-knives; dressing-glasses; suspenders; trusses; horse-whips; razors; Hopkin's famous razor-strops; best Beaver hats; perfumery of all kinds, from London and Paris; hair-powder; starch; best Mackinaw & Scotch snuff; and a great variety of other articles, too numerous to insert in an advertisement.
In addition to the above, he has re-
ceived by the latest importation, a great variety of articles in his line, among which are, Gentlemen's fowling pieces, double and single-barrel'd; a variety of musical instruments and books; elegant tea urns; looking-glasses; Jewellery of various kinds and fashion; spectacles of various prices from 6s. to 30s. per pair; elegant gold RINGS & breast PINS, inlaid with pearl.
CASH, and the highest price, given for Old Gold and Silver.
Rhode-Island Bridge.
THE subscribers, having been appointed a committee, to advertise for proposals, for rebuilding the Bridge at Howland's ferry, publish the following, to wit:
The distance from one abutment to the other, is 764 feet.—The average depth of water upon the Stone already thrown in, from the western abutment to the draw, is 28 feet at low water.—From the eastern abutment to the draw, which is 140 feet, is 8 feet on an average at low water.—The draw to be in 25 feet water, 24 feet wide.—The western side of the draw to be filled up with stones prominently thrown in, until they can be levelled off to the width of 40 feet, 2 feet below high water.—The abutment on the east side to be built out to the draw, with suitable stone.—A wall is to be built on each side the base, 6 feet high, 8 feet wide at the bottom, and 6 feet at the top, with large spirit hammerstone, to be perpendicular on the inside, with a slope facing the sea. The passage for carriages, which is to be 20 feet wide, to be filled up with H. H. stone, 2 feet above high water and levelled off with gravel.—The abutments at the draw are to be built of the same kind of stone, as the side walls, not less than 6 feet long, 1 foot thick, and 18 inches wide, secured with composition bolts at the corners, to be sunk in caissons of 40 feet long and 12 wide. The draw to be constructed of timber and plank upon the most approved model; and railing is to be placed on the outside walls, supported by iron standards, secured in the stone on the top of the wall. The whole to be completed in the year 1805.
Any persons desirous in contrast for the whole, or in part, agreeable to the above statement, will please to send in their proposals sealed, to either of the subscribers.
HENRY SHERBURNE, } DANIEL LYMAN, } JOHN L. BOSS, } CHRISTOPHER FOWLER, } Committee. WILLIAM R. ROBINSON, } AUDLEY CLARK, } Newport, Feb. 15, 1804. 85
FOR SALE BY
Henry Moore, & Co.
WEST-INDIA Rum by the Hhd. Gin by the pipe, Brandy &c. Malaga, Port, Sherry, } Wines. A good assortment of 1000 Boxes superfine flour, 30 casks fresh Raisins, Loaf, powdered and brown Sugars, Coffee, Chocolate, Bohea and } Teas. Souchong } Pepper, Ginger, and Allspice, Nutmegs, Cloves & Cassia, Brimstone, Allum, Copperas, Soap by the box; All kinds Knives and Forks, Pen & Jack Knives, Razors in cases, Shears and Scissors, Patent hour and half hour Glasses, Castors, English Pewter, Sad Irons. Brass & iron Candlesticks, Spoons of different kinds, Brass & iron pipe Bellows, Shovel & Tongs; A good assortment of Nails, All kinds of Hinges, Stock, Chest & door Locks, Warming Pans, Frying Pans, Hearth & house Brushes, Iron & steel plate Saws, Coffee-Mills, Starch, Looking-Glasses, of every kind, 6 by 8 Glass by the box, Brass Kettles of all sizes, Mattresses of any dimensions; A good assortment of Hats, 10 boxes excellent Cotton, Snuff, Paper by the ream, Best kind Spanish Indigo. Likewise, a handsome assortment of DRY GOODS, which they will sell on reasonable terms, for Cash or approved Notes, by wholesale or retail, at their Store on the Ferry Wharf. Newport, Feb. 2, 1804. 174
WANTED to Charter for the West-Indies a good and fast sailing vessel from 50 to 70 tons burthen. Apply to JOHN BAKER. Newport, April 17, 1804. 85
New Variety Store.
THOMAS D. STALL,
INFORMS his friends, and the public in general, that he has opened a Grocery Store, in his house in Thames-Street, late the property of Joseph Rogers, and directly opposite Mr. R. Wilder's Book-Store, where he offers for sale the following Goods at a very low price:
  Loaf, Lump, white, pow. } diced and } brown } Hyson, Young hyson } Souchong, hyson skin, & bohea } Sherry and } Malaga } Brandy, Jamaica Spirits, } N. India & } N. England } Best Holland Geneva, Molasses, } Rum. } Raisins, Cinnamon, } Cassia, } Mace, } Cloves, } Nutmegs, } Allspice, } Ginger, } Pepper, } Cayenne, } Mustard, } Indigo, } Starch, } Alum, Copperas, } Powder & Shot, } New-York Soap, } Mould & dip'd Candles } N. York Lady's twill } & paper Tobacco, } Lorrillard's best bladder Snuff, } Cotton & wool Cards, } A complete assortment of fishing Lines and hooks, deep sea lead Lines, clothes Lines and bed Cords, Brimstone, Wrapping and writing Paper, Thread, needles, pins, tapes, &c. &c.  Wines. } Rum. }  
ALSO, A general and extensive variety of Crockery and Glass Ware, With many other Articles too tedious to mention. Newport, April 19, 1804. 85
SIMEON MARTIN,
100 Hhds. good retailing Molasses, 1500 wt. Hart and Club Steel, 350 Boxes white & brown Havana Sugars, 3000 Bathels Liverpool Salt, 30 Boxes plain Glass ware, each containing 80 frames of half pint Tumblers, 10 pr. Straw—6 pint Decanters—6 half pint do.—12 wine Glasses, and 6 Salt Cellars, 40 12 bottle empty Gin Cases, 100 Bbls. Superfine Flour, 120 Bbls. of good Shipping Herring. Newport, April 4, 1804. 83
BENEDICT SMITH
Has for sale, Tar, Rosin, and Turpentine, By the 100 lb. or less quantity. Newport, April 4, 1804. 83
JOSEPH BRIGGS
HAS for sale, 50 barrels best mess and prime PORK and BEEF.—Also, a few Hhds. first quality retailing MOLASSES. Likewise, 10 or 1200 weight of excellent Hogs LARD. Newport, February 23. 177
MEIN & ROGERS
HAVE FOR SALE, FIFTY Hogheads West-India Sugar, 1400 wt. St. Domingo best green Coffee, St. Croix & Jamaica Rum, 40 qr. casks Gunpowder, 4 crates assorted Liverpool Ware, 7 pipes Brandy,—Holland Geneva, 200 Bbls. Superfine Flour, Bohea Tea, German Steel, &c. Also, at Retail, a constant supply and general assortment of Groceries, Crockery, & Glass Ware. Newport, Oct. 20. 159s
FOR SALE, CHEAP FOR CASH, Clover and Herds Grass SEEDS. 20 Hhds. of good Retailing MOLASSES, for Cash or approved Notes. Also, Cabbins Bread, of the first quality, by HENRY MOORE & Co. Newport, March 6, 1804. 85
NEW SHOE STORE.
JUST OPENED BY Charles Coggeshall & Co. AT the corner of the New-Lane, next door North of Messrs. John Bours, jun. & Co. Thames-Street, an elegant assortment of almost all kinds of Boots and Shoes, viz. Men's fine, Sh. es, common and coarse do. Kid & Morocco Slippers, Misses do. Sattinet and Florentine with heels; all kinds of Boys and Children's Shoes—Common and Sawdust Boots. As many of the Boots and Shoes were manufactured in this town, it is hoped that they will meet with a speedy sale. Boots and Shoes made at the shortest notice by applying at the above Store.—Rips mended gratis.
They have also for sale, a large assortment of TRUNKS of the neatest kind; and an assortment of Boot-Legs, Boot Webbing and Binding may be had on the most reasonable terms. N. B. Orders for TRUNKS, of any dimension, can be furnished at the above Store on the shortest notice. Newport, April 19, 1804. 85
Warwick Channel & Road Lottery.
WHEREAS the Legislature of the State of Rhode Island, at their Session in February 1804, granted a Lottery to raise the sum of Eight Thousand Dollars, for deepening the Channel of Apponage River, leading from the Bay to the Village called the Falling-Mills, in Warwick, for the purpose of improving the navigation thereof; and for repairing the Road leading westward of said Village over Ridge Hill: The subscribers being appointed Managers of said Lottery, and having given bonds according to law, offer to the public the following Scheme:
CLASS FIRST.    1 Prize of 1000 Dollars, is 1000   2 " 500 " " 1000   20 " 100 " " 2000   42 " 48 " " 2016   60 " 32 " " 1920   70 " 24 " " 1680   125 " 16 " " 2000   2494 " 8 " " 19952   1 First drawn Number 1st day 112   1 Do. Do. 2d day 108   1 Do. Do. 3d day 108   1 Last drawn Number, 104   2818 Prizes.   5182 Blanks.   8000 Tickets, at 4 Dollars each 32000 
The prizes will be subject to a deduction of only 12 1/2 per cent. All prizes under 48 dollars will be paid in 60 days; the others in 90 days after drawing. Such as shall not be demanded within 9 months, will be considered as generously given for the purpose of said Lottery, and appropriated accordingly.
It is confidently expected, that the great advantages which will naturally result to the community at large by encouraging so laudable an undertaking in facilitating navigation, &c. will induce a rapid sale of the Tickets, and enable the Managers to issue the Second Class, without much delay. The low price of the Tickets, the many valuable prizes, the small deduction in comparison with some other lotteries, and there not being 2 blanks to a prize, are strong inducements for people of all classes to become adventurers.
All those who draw a prize in the First Class will be entitled to a Ticket in the second, which will be considered as payment of 4 Dollars, and the remainder to be paid in money. A list of the fortunate numbers will be published in two or more of the newspapers printed in this State.
THOMAS ARNOLD (S. B.) HENRY REMINGTON, THOMAS WARNER, } Managers. THOMAS RELPH, SAMUEL WRIGHT, Warwick, March 25, 1804. 182
No BLANKS in this Lottery.
For the Promotion of LITERATURE. SCHEME OF THE Washington Academy Lottery.
THE following Scheme of a Lottery, for the benefit of this Public Institution, established at Wickford, in the State of Rhode-Island, is offered to the public, whose patronage is requested. There are no blanks. The prizes subject to a deduction of 16 & 2/3 per cent. (from whence the benefit to the institution arises.) The price of a Ticket is five dollars, of which only one half is to be paid on the purchase of it, the other half to be considered as a part of any prize the ticket may draw, and shall be deducted from the same on payment thereof. This Lottery is made pursuant to an act of the Honorable General Assembly, granting Five Thousand Dollars to be raised for the use of WASHINGTON ACADEMY, in North-Kingstown, and bonds have been given according to law.
SCHEME.    2 Prizes of 1000 dollars are 2000   2 " 500 " " 1000   1 " 250 " " 250   10 " 100 " " 1000   25 " 50 " " 1250   20 " 25 " " 500   100 " 20 " " 2000   140 " 10 " " 1400   200 " 8 " " 1600   500 " 6 " " 3000   500 " 5 " " 2500   4500 " 3 " " 13500 
6,000 Tickets at 5 dollars each are 30,000 The following persons are appointed to sell Tickets, viz.
Jabez Denison, at the Newport Insurance Office, Jacob Richardson, Post-Master, and William R. Wilder, in Newport. William Wilkinson, and William Larned, in Providence.
Daniel E. Updike, Philip Tillinghast, William Hammond, jun. in Wickford. James Helme, in South-Kingstown. Joshua Bicknell, in Barrington. Nathaniel Phillips, Post-Master, in Warren. William Rhodes, in Westerly. Jeremiah Thurston, in Hopkinton.
It is hoped the sale will be so rapid, as to permit the drawing to take place in a short time, of which notice will be given.
By order and in behalf of the Trustees. DANIEL E. UPDIKE, Secretary. Washington Academy, 15th Feb. 1804. TICKETS in the above Lottery, may be had at this Office.
HOUSE PAPER.
JUST received, and for sale at this Office, a new & general assortment of elegant PAPER HANGINGS, which will be sold as low as can be purchased in the State. April 19, 1804. 85
WRITING-PAPER,
By the Ream or Quire, for sale at this Office,