Rhode-Island Republican (Newport, R.I.), 1803-09-10 00:00:00

Rhode-Island Republican.
AN INDISSOLUBLE UNION OF THE STATES, IS ESSENTIAL TO THEIR LIBERTY AND EXISTENCE. WASHINGTON.
Published weekly, by OLIVER FARNSWORTH, (Printer to the STATE, and of the LAWS of the UNITED STATES,) Thames-Street, NEWPORT.
HENRY MOORE, & Co.
HAVE FOR SALE, At their Store on the Ferry Wharf, by Wholesale & Retail, at Cheap as at any Store in Newport,
JAMAICA Spirits, W. I. & New-England Rum, Holland, Gin, Sherry and Malaga Wines, Molasses, loaf & brown Sugar, Hyson-skin, Souchong & Bohea Teas, Raisins, Nutmegs, Allspice, Cassia, Cloves, Pepper, Indigo, Copperas, Alum, Casteel and New York Soap, Brimstone, Iron and Steel, Brass Kettles, Tea Trays & Waiters, Knives & Forks, Razors, Locks, Hinges, thumb Latches, Hammers, Slates, Bellows.
They earnestly request those who have Accounts open with Wm. Moore, jun. & Co. especially such as have been of more than a year's standing to settle them without delay, either by Cash or Note.
May 14. 1803. 137ff
To be Sold at Public Auction,
ON THURSDAY, 15th of of September, at 11 o'clock, A. M. Two Lots of Land one fronting the Library—the other near Mr. Bristol's Rope-walk, known by the name of Marchant's Lots. Conditions of sale will be Cash. GARDNER & DEAN, Auct'rs. Newport, August 27. 1803.
FOR SALE, BY
SIMEON MARTIN,
SIXTY Hds. good retailing Molasses, Two tons Hart, Club, and Halbeck Steel, Twenty boxes brown Havana Sugars, Two thousand bushels Exuma Salt, suitable for pick, beef, and fish. Also, Just received from Amsterdam, per ship Eagle, (Daniel Austin Master) 35 Boxes plain Glass-Ware, each containing 80 flasks of half-pint Tumblers, 10 per straw—6 pint Decanters—6 half pint do.—12 Wine Glasses—6 Salt Cells, 51 Boxes fluted Glass Ware, each containing, 400 half-pint Tumblers—2 quart Decanters, 1 pint do.—4 half pint ditto—36 Wine Glasses—6 Salt Cells, 20 Pipes Weeds Gin—5 casks White Lead, 30 quarter casks of Pistol Powder, 4 casks Shot, of various sizes, 3 ditto Linseed Oil, 100 Dutch Caskets, weighing 18 & 22 lbs. each, 200 (12 bottle) empty Gin Cales. Newport, Jan. 29. 1803. 122ff
To be Sold or Let,
A LARGE SCOW or flat-bottomed Boat; calculated for bringing Gravel or Stones. For further particulars, enquire of SAMUEL VAUGHN. Newport, Aug. 13. 150
TO BE SOLD,
A VALUABLE Farm, lying on Jamestown, pleasantly situated, well watered and walled in seventeen divisions, containing Seventy acres of excellent land, with a two-story Dwelling-House, and out buildings thereon. Terms will be made easy to the purchaser; and the conditions made known by applying to the Printer hereof, or (in Charlestown) to GEORGE WANTON HAZARD. August 25. 152
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, represented insolvent:—
All persons having any demands against said estate, are hereby notified to exhibit the same to either of the subscribers, at our residence in Meriden, within twelve months from right by many of, that being the time allowed by the act. GEORGE THOMAS, altogether in charge of the estate. All persons indebted to the said estate are desired to make immediate payment on the day for JEREMIAH HUNTINGTON, Administrator. North-Kingstown, April 21, 1803. 153
MEIN & ROGERS
HAVE FOR SALE, At their STORE in Thames-Street, at the Head of Banister's Wharf, NEWPORT,
A general Assortment of GROCERIES,
WHOLESALE & RETAIL.
Jamaica Rum, 4th and 5th Proof, Cogniac Brandy, Best Holland Geneva, Old Madeira, London Particular, Do. N.Y. Market, Sherry, Lisbon, Malaga, Port—and Claret, Hibbert's Brown Stout and London Porter, French Cordials, a great Variety, Molasses, Best Hyson, Hyson, Hyson-skin, Souchong—and Bohea, Coffee, Loaf, Mucovado, & India Sugars, Cask and box Raisins, Currants, Almonds, Prunes, Olives, Anchovies, Superfine & fine Flour. Also, 40 quarter casks Gun-powder, 8 pipes best Alicante Brandy, Best heart and club Germl Steel, 6 chests Bohea Tea. Just received by the Schooner Isaac, from Jamaica.
FIFTY ONE puncheons 4th proof Rum, 10 hogheads Rum, 6 hogheads and 8 barrels Coffee, 1 cask Indian Arrow Root. August, 1803. 131
TO THE PUBLIC.
Newport, Long-Wharf No. 12.
Keyes & Brigham,
HAVE now for sale, and of the first quality, by a large or small quantity, whole and half barreled prime mess, and prime Beef, mess and prime Pork, Lard, Hams, bar Soap, mould and dip tallow Candles. Also, corned and fresh Beef.
Gentlemen desirous of being accommodated with the best of provisions, by calling at said Store, will meet the greatest encouragement. April 23, 1803.
CASH, PAID FOR
LINEN & WOOLLEN RAGS, BY
Christopher Olney, & Co.
Delivered at their Mills, or Paper Warehouse,
WHERE they have for sale, at wholesale & retail, all kinds of Paper, viz. Foolscap Writing-Paper, No. 1 and 2.—Vellum Letter do.—Put do.—Wrapping do.—Bonnet do.—Clothier's do. 1st quality.—Sheathing, with and without Sand.—Book-Binder's Boards.—Candle Paper, and Sugar Loaf Blue.—ALSO, A complete Assortment of Blank Account and Record Books,—Likewise Account Books made and ruled to any pattern, to suit the purchaser.—A complete Assortment of School Books, & Stationery of all kinds. Also, Warranted Chocolate, by the Box, or pound, Cocoa Shells, by the Bag.
N. B. Wanted, one or two Boys, from 12 to 14 years of age, as Apprentices to the Paper-making and Clothing business.—To such great encouragement will be given. Providence, Oct. 26, 1802. 74ff
ALL Persons having any demands on the estate of Capt. Cornelius Briggs, late of Little-Compton, deceased, are hereby requested to bring them to the subscriber for settlement; and those indebted to said estate, are also desired to make immediate payment to
FALLEE BRIGGS, Executrix. Little-Compton, August 25. 152
NEW HOTEL.
THE subscriber informs the Public that he has now opened, and made provision for keeping a general Boarding-House, a little South of Capt. Caleb Gardner's wharf, Thames-Street, where Ladies and Gentlemen may depend on being accommodated to their satisfaction. Every attention will be given, and the smallest favors gratefully acknowledged, by the public's humble servant. BENJ. FAIRBANKS. Newport, April 16. 133
The following article from the Daily Advertiser we consider highly valuable: It contains in a small space information which will be considered of much interest, and which it must have required much reading to collect.— N. Y. Morn. Chron.
LOUISIANA.
BY the Proclamation of the Governor of Louisiana and West Florida, and the marquis of Casa Calvo, it appears, that the establishment from Macha or Iberville river (which separates the island of New-Orleans from the continent) as far as the line of division (lat. 31) between the American territory and the domains of the King of Spain, remains subject to his Catholic Majesty, and is annexed to West Florida. This strip of country, which intervenes between the United States and the newly acquired territory of Louisiana, is undoubtedly the object of Mr. Monroe's mission to the court of Madrid. The following extracts from the various treaties between France, Spain, England and the United States, respecting these countries, may at this juncture, not prove uninteresting to the reader. By the treaty of Paris, in 1763, France ceded to Great-Britain, Canada, Cape Breton, &c. and that part of its American possessions on the Mississippi lying on the east side, from its source to the Iberville, and bounded formerly by a line drawn through the middle of said river, the lakes Maurepas & Pontchartrain to the sea; with the river and port of Mobile; reserving to herself the island of New Orleans, which together with the province of Louisiana, lying on the west side of the river, France shortly afterwards ceded to the King of Spain—By the said treaty of 1763, Spain ceded to Great-Britain, Florida with Fort St. Augustine and the Bay of Pensacola, as well as all that the possessed on the continent of North-America, to the east or southeast of the river Mississippi. Great-Britain, by the definitive treaty of peace of 1763, with the United States, conveyed to the latter, among others that portion of its former American possessions contained within a line drawn along the middle of the Mississippi from its source till it intersects the northernmost part of the 31st degree of north latitude, thence by a line running due east from the aforesaid point along said 31st degree north of the equator, to the middle of the river Apalachicola or Catabouche, thence along the middle thereof to its junction with the Flint River, thence straight to St. Mary's river to the Atlantic Ocean; forming the present western and southern boundaries of the United States.—By the treaty of Versailles in 1763, between Great-Britain and Spain, the former ceded and guaranteed to his Catholic Majesty East and West Florida. After the peace of 1763, after the western wilderness became settled, and population and agriculture increased, disputes arose between the United States and Spain concerning the right of navigating the waters of the Mississippi, and the boundary line between West Florida and our southern territory. These differences which excited considerable agitation at the time, were at length amicably settled by the treaty of San Lorenzo del Real, in 1795, whereby the boundary line between the Spanish Colonies and the United States was confirmed agreeably to the definitive treaty of 1763, and the free navigation of the Mississippi, in its whole breadth from its source to the ocean, was secured to our citizens, together with a right to deposit and export their merchandizes and effects in the port of New-Orleans, for the space of three years from the date of the treaty, with a promise either to continue this permission, if not found prejudicial to the interests of Spain, or the assignment of an equivalent establishment on another part of the banks of the Mississippi. The interruption of the right to deposit, with the discontent that followed, are events too recent to need recapitulation. The consequences that have ensued exceed all possible anticipation, and the cession of the island of New-Orleans together with the almost boundless province of Louisiana, present incalculable resources of wealth and prosperity to our enterprising countrymen. Louisiana, as ceded by France to Spain, and received by the latter from the former, and transferred by the late treaty to the United States, extends from the Mississippi along the Gulf of Mexico to the Rio Bravo or Rio del Nord, in north latitude 26, 12, being about mid-distance between New-Orleans and Vera Cruz. This is a very considerable river extending far into the interior, on which Santa Fe is situate nearly in the parallel of the junction of the Ohio and Mississippi. The country between the Rio Bravo and the Mississippi has been but little explored, the Spaniards being very jealous of any intercourse, by land, with their colonies. It is represented as fertile, temperate, and abounding in wild horses and horned cattle. The whole of this lower country must be exceedingly favorable to the cultivation of the sugar cane. As this river runs a southeasterly course, the province of Louisiana enlarges in breadth as it advances northward. The boundaries towards the Pacific and north pole, unless circumcribed
by the late treaties of cession, are indefinite. The extent of territory westward of the Mississippi, is probably commensurate with the original United States.
For the REPUBLICAN.
MUCH has been said, with respect to Louisiana; and although enough as I think, and more than was necessary or useful has already been said, yet I cannot remain unrespon- sive, nor appear regardless of the many ungrateful & malignant remarks that have fallen so profusely from federal lips on this subject, with no other view than to censure the measures of the present Administration, and plunge us into an unnecessary and expensive War. I need not, nor shall I however trouble my readers with any further observations of my own on the evil calamities attending a state of War; while I observe so able an advocate on the side of Liberty and Peace as the inestimable Knox, whose writings will ever remain a noble monument of his abilities as a writer, and the correctness of his ideas as a Moralist. But before I present this unpalatable truth to the federalists, I will go so far as to recommend to several of our federal writers, who have lately shown such an invariable tick for scribbling, but who are entirely deficient in talents, to extract more from authors, or least celebrated for the purity of language, if they can find none correct in principles on their side to support this political warfare. Would it not be more advantageous to their cause and less hurtful to themselves, as they now expose their great facility of brains to every man of common observation? Beside, it would certainly save a great deal of trouble and vexation. Thus says an old Proverb, "a hint to the wise is sufficient;" but as fools generally want the most hints, this no doubt, like many others, will pass off unattended to. W.
On the folly and wickedness of WAR.
THE calamities attendant on a state of war seem to have prevented the mind of man from viewing it in the light of an absurdity, and an object of ridicule as well as pity. But if we could suppose a superior Being capable of beholding us miserable mortals, without compassion, there is, I think, very little doubt but the variety of military manoeuvres and formalities, the pride, pomp, and the circumstance of war, and all the ingenious contrivances for the glorious purposes of mutual destruction, which seem to constitute the business of many whole kingdoms, would furnish him with an entertainment like that which is received by us from the exhibition of a farce or a puppet-show. But, notwithstanding the ridiculousness of all these solemnities, we, alas! are doomed to feel that they are no farce, but the concomitant circumstances of a most woful tragedy.
The causes of war are for the most part such as must disgrace an animal pretending to rationality. Two poor moitals, elevated with the distinction of a golden bauble on their heads, called a crown, take offence at each other, without any reason, or with the very bad one of wishing for an opportunity of aggrandizing themselves, by making reciprocal depredations. The creatures of the court, and the leading men of the nation, who are usually under the influence of the court, resolve (for it is their interest) to support their royal master, and are never at a loss to invent some colourable pretence for engaging the nation in the horrors of war. Taxes of the most burthensome kind are levied, soldiers are collected, so as to leave a scarcity of husbandmen, reviews and encampments succeed, and at last fifteen or twenty thousand men meet on a plain, and coolly shed each other's blood, without the smallest personal animosity, or the shadow of a provocation. The kings in the mean time, and the granders, who have employed these poor innocent victims to shoot bullets at each others heads, remain quietly at home, and amuse themselves, in the intervals of balls, hunting schemes, and pleasures of every species, with reading at the fire-side, over a cup of chocolate, the dispatches from the army, and the news in the Extraordinary Gazette. Old Horace very truly observes, that whatever mad fancies enter into the heads of kings, it is the common people, that is, the honest artisan, and the industrious tribes in the middle ranks, who are offended and un-finding, who chiefly suffer in the evil consequences. If the king of Prussia were not at the head of some of the best troops in the Universe, he would be judged more worthy of being tried, cast, and condemned at the Old Bailey, than any freer of blood who ever died by a halter. But he is a king; but he is a hero;—those names fascinate us, and we earol the butcher of mankind among their benefactors.
When one considers the dreadful circumstances that attend even victories, one cannot help being a little shocked at the exultation which they occasion. I have often thought it a laughable scene, if there were not a little too much of the melancholy in it, when a circle of

has been unravelled—The aspersions of a faction have been exposed. The efforts of "lying prophets," By the republican Jefferson has been pronounced a disorganizer—and yet he has acquired, and will speedily organize, a country capable of adding many new, and flourishing states to the American confederation. They have accused him of being unfriendly to commerce; by his just and enlightened policy, the commerce of the fairest portion of the union, has been forever secured. By them he has been represented as hostile to the interests, and disposed to abandon the rights of the inhabitants of the Western Country. The memorial presented by Mr. Livingston, & Mr. Monroe, and the success of the negotiation, with France; falsified these base aspersions; he has been accused of a disposition to sow discord among the States, and eventually to effect a dismemberment of the Union. Under his administration the bonds of union have acquired strength, and the agricultural and carrying states have been more closely united, by removing every obstacle to commerce, by securing a safe road for our shipping in every sea, and a profitable market for our productions in every port. It has been asserted that our President is unfriendly to religion. Let the religious opinion which he has proscribed, or the individual who has been molested in his devotions become his accuser.—An administration thus tolerant, attached to the constitution, alive to the interests of all the states, friendly to the manufactures and commerce, pursuing a system at once frugal and firm, moderate and pacific, is it not astonishing that an opposition should exist? Is it not extraordinary, that in Kentucky, which under the late administration was nearly outlawed—where thirty or forty cockaded aristocrats lorded it over 20,000 freemen, where the people subjected to odious excises and oppressive direct taxes, and threatened with a standing army, to crush the gains of freedom, and curb the liberty of the press, the open advocates of that detestable system, few in numbers, and feeble in talents, can impudently solicit the suffrages of the people and aim at the first offices in our Government. To the moderation which characterizes republicans, and the hardihood of federalism, we must resort for an explanation of the presumptuous conduct of the pitiful remnant of a fallen faction. But let not their hopes revive. It is not by an impudent demand of our confidence, nor by hypocritical professions of moderation, nor by equivocal declarations of republicanism that they can acquire our suffrages. It is only by penitence, and a complete abandonment of their political heresies that they can be entrusted as the representatives of a republican people. The wounds inflicted on us by federalism have been too deep—the benefits derived from a republican administration have been too conspicuous to permit us to revert to the former or apostatize from the latter—We can distinguish between toleration and confidence. Whilst the enemies of our administration may lay claim to the former, to the latter they can have no well grounded pretensions.
A PLAIN FARMER.
From the BOSTON CHRONICLE.
THE EXAMINER.
"Woe unto you Hypocrites."
THE political controversy of this country has become a labyrinth which puzzles a man who takes truth for his guide, and the happiness of his country for his object, to trace the various paths which lead to the consummation of his wishes. When we look at the federal party, the greatest inconsistency prevails. They have no uniformity of theory or practice. Their only objects are war and dissatisfaction to the present administration. When they reason on these questions, they adopt arguments calculated to answer purposes at the moment of their promulgation. During the debate in Congress on the subject of Louisiana, when war was to be obtained through this channel, the advantages of holding this territory were of the utmost importance. But since we have acquired the property, with all the rights annexed to it, we are told that the money to be paid is more than equivalent. "Fabricius" is as much against paying for it, as Morris was in favor of fighting for it. As this subject will immediately arrest the attention of the next Congress, it is proper that the question should be well understood. The federal party are now reduced to their ne plus ultra , and they are determined to rally their whole force to oppose the ratification of this treaty. In short, we have no other important consideration, as it relates to our internal tranquility. For if we have no contention as to territory between France or Spain, we have no cause to apprehend any difficulty arising between us, and those respective governments. If we have all the possessions on the southern board, we cannot fear any inroads made upon us by artful intrigues, open hostilities, or connections arising from invidious neighbors . If we were equally as secure from the northward, as we are from the westward, we might hold commercial advantage within our own jurisdiction, of which the combined powers of Europe could not deprive us. Our fur trade and fisheries, in connection with the various staple productions, from the fertile soil of our late acquisition, would give the United States a commanding attitude in all their intercourse with foreign nations, either in peace or war. The federal party are never satisfied; they urged us to war because the French would settle Louisiana, and they are still uneasy because they have relinquished the idea. They would not let the French hold it, neither will they suffer us to retain it; what can be done with such troublesome adversaries? Nothing will please them, unless acquired by the sword. They pretend to religion , and acquire an ascendancy by their assumed piety; And yet, are for adopting measures in direct violation of all the precepts inculcated by the Gospel.
The lives of men, are put in competition with dollars and cents. Upon scriptural calculation, one soul is of more value than the whole world, but the federalists would risk ten thousand to obtain a tract of land, which can be purchased for a small consideration.—The pious Fabricius, who probably belongs to a church in Dedham—who partakes of the holy sacrament—who subscribes to all the doctrines inculcated in its platform—who deprecates a war with England, and represented its dreadful consequences in all the tearful energies of tomahawks and scalping knives. This devout man is now clamorous for war; reproaches the government for not commencing hostilities before overtures for reconciliation; is desirous to break the treaty, which leads to peace and amity. But, unfortunately, while he is thus vociferous, he takes his ground of warfare, on an opposite principle from his brother war hawks—Previous to the negotiation of the President, Morris was for war because the French would take possession of Louisiana, but the Dedham devotee is for war because they would not. Want a pretty figure such champions cut.
"Woe unto you Hypocrites," for hypocrites are ye all. The federalists are dissemblers; they make a false show of piety. While they pretend to inculcate the christian virtues, they violate every principle recommended in scripture. "He who draws the sword shall perish by the sword," is announced as a doctrinal tenet. That is, whoever shall commence war, or shed blood in any controversy, without first attempting an amicable reconciliation, shall perish for his rash acts and impiety. Even Peter, when he cut off the ear of the man who arrested our Saviour was reprimanded, and ordered to return his sword into its sheath. If on such an emergency, when personal violence was offered the Saviour of the world, the zeal of Peter was checked, certainly on a controversy about a place of deposit , it must have been absent in the fight of God , to commence hostilities, and expose the lives of thousands, lives of thousands, without attempting to accommodate the business by negotiation. This is the ground which the President has taken, and has been blessed by Heaven in his undertaking; while he is denounced as an infidel , he has pursued the line of a christian ; while the hypocritical federalists talk about religion, the President practices it; while they cry carriage , he propulses peace , and, when they "let slip the dogs of war," he displays the American Eagle , as the harbinger of public tranquility.
Ye Clergy! where are ye! I will you not all advocate the man who promotes your doctrines of "peace on earth, and good will towards men?" Will ye not support an administration which allays the passions of the human mind, and checks the dreadful consequences arising from a war? Can you suppose that religion will flourish, when devastation is prevalent? Is the field of Mars the asylum for the Prince of Peace? Is martial music grateful to a christian ear? Can you gather more converts by the beat of the drum, than by singing the psalms of David? Will the detail of a battle, make more profelytes than evangelical sermons? Will an army in regimentals be more devout, than a congregation in their Sabbath-day habiliments? Will the trumpet & fife be more devotional, than the solemn tolling of the first & second bell? Will the people be more attentive to your preaching when brought together as soldiers , than when they assemble as citizens ? Will a noisy camp be more appropriate for family worship, than a peaceful household? Will religion be more inculcated by learning the rising generation the profligacy of a rendezvous, than by teaching them the catechism? Are these things the "chief end of man," or are they the "requisition annexed to the ten commandments?" Is a drill sergeant , more consonant to the church, than a deacon ; or a pioneer , more pleasing than a section ? Away with such hypocrisy ; let us understand the things that belong to our peace, and become in deed and in truth what we profess to be. Thank Heaven many clergymen have acted agreeable to their profession. Let not an Essex Junto any longer deceive us, but let us judge with impartiality between the government, and its opposers. If we had followed the advice of the latter, our situation would now be distressing; we should have been connected in a war which threatens to convulse Europe to its centre. Instead of spectators , we should have become principals ; and every account from those countries, would have involved the fate of the United States.
In our present happy situation, we have only to consult those things which can secure respect abroad, and harmony at home. The reflections on France are all calculated to fow the seeds of future animosity between the two countries. Admitting that France is powerful, will calumniating their chief magistrate render them less so? If she is vindictive, will the abuse thrown upon him, make her more conciliatory? Modesty ought to dictate to some editors, that while 30 millions of citizens place a confidence in Bonaparte, it ill becomes such to judge between them. If 30 millions applauded his conduct, of what consequence is the opinion of a man in the interior of America to calumniate him? Has such an editor an official document for his calumny, or if he offers one, is it of such validity as to pledge himself upon it? Will his observations terrify Bonaparte, or draw from him battalions one soldier enlisted under him? Will they lessen one boat on the expedition to England, or make the veterans under his command jealous of his magnanimity? If he does not regard the threats of Britain, it must be arrogance for a young man in America, to arraign his conduct. His remarks may give sport to the federalists, but such railleries will never place him in any elevated situation on either side. As a neutral country, it is our policy to maintain our commercial rights, as they respect all European Powers. Let us not trespass on the ground of their administration by abuse, but take care of ourselves by prudence. We have no more concern in their government, than in their
religion, and as their controversy is now between France and England, let us with that nation victoriouss which bestows the most happiness on mankind.
Extract of a letter from an officer on board the United States frigate New York, to Dr. William Rogers.
April 25th 1803 off Sardinia—Early in the morning the gunner's mate had been returning the signal Lanthorns into the gunner's store room, as usual, & also the match which is kept burning during the night. He returned and the gunner went immediately down into the cockpit and it seems took a light into the store room to see if every thing was properly secured, when from the snuff of the candle or otherwise, fire was communicated to a considerable quantity of powder, upwards of an hundred weight. The explosion took place precisely at 8 o'clock; those in the cockpit suffered beyond conception, though most of them have survived it. The gunner "Morrill" died the following night, and also a boy named Hamilton. Mr. Shults died in about thirty six hours. Barrion, captain's clerk died since our arrival here (Mina) Dr. Weemes is yet ill though recovering fast, as likewise are Mr. Alexis, midshipman, Kennedy, purser's steward, M'Gee, marine. Mr. Lewis, midshipman, and Mr. Israel Well. The explosion blew the gun deck and quarter deck hatchets up—started the magazine, ward room and cabin heads. Exercise alone saved us. The fire was extinguished in one hour.
American Seamen Impressed.
On the 22d instant, the Light-House, of Cape-Henlopen, distant 4 miles, the well known coasting trader, fl op Highland, Capt. Hand, was boarded by the British fl op of war Leader Capt. Kane, and from on board the American sloop took David Girtsele, a citizen born in Maryland. Mr. Girtsele is a married man, and his disconsolate wife and children, live in Philadelphia.
The Chr. Jane, Capt. Jacobs of Baltimore, failed from St. Martins, August 9, and the day after was boarded by the English sloop of war St. Lucie, and had two of her men pressed.
The brig Ressey, Phipps, of New Bedford, from New York for Newry; had two of her men pressed by a British cruiser.
Interesting Communication.
CHARLESTON, (S.C.) August 16. On Saturday evening last, John Mason, well known by several persons in this city to be a native citizen, born in Philadelphia, of a reputable family, was committed to the guard-house by three gentlemen, one of whom is known to be a merchant of this place. He was delivered into the custody of the guard in the name and behalf of a Capt. Higgs, as an absconding seaman.
The tale which this man related of himself was as follows:—That he had signed articles to go to Jamaica on board a vessel in the merchant service; that after signing articles, it was privately intimated to him that he was to be taken over the bar on presence of a voyage to Jamaica and there to be put on board the British armed vessel now lying off our harbor; that on discovery of this infamous scheme of kidnapping, he had rendered a return of the money paid him in advance, and endeavoured to make his escape, but was pursued and put in confinement. By a successful piece of ingenuity of one of his friends, this man has escaped from this unfortunate situation; but it is notorious that this vessel has still her agents in this place, endeavoring to equip herself with men.
It is also understood & believed indisputable, that a supply of great guns and ammunition has been sent to her from this city. So that altho' not actually lying within this port, she is to all intents and purposes arming in our harbor against an ally. This subject calls for the prompt attention of our federal officers, and must excite universal indignation against those who are aiding and abetting her in committing so gross a violation of a neutrality at this time so important to our country.
By an arrival at Baltimore, we learn that the French privateers out of Martinique, had captured seven homeward bound vessels from Trinidad, richly laden with fugars, and sent them into Curraco.
For Charleston (S. C.)
THE Ship ANGERONIA, Isaac Burdick, Master, to sail by the 5th of October. For Freight or Passage (having the best accommodations) apply to BENJAMIN CHURCH, in Thames-street, or to the Master on board, at Stevens' Wharf. Newport, Sept. 3, 1803. 153
hundred of our it was a glori- ous battle! But before you give a loose to your raptures, pause a while; and consider, that to every one of these nineteen hundred, life was no less sweet than it is to you; that to the far greater part of these there probably were wives, fathers, mothers, sons, daughters, sisters, bro- thers, and friends, all of whom are at this mo- ment bewailing that event which occasions your foolish and brutal triumph. "The whole time of war ought to be a time of general mourning, a mourning in the heart, a mourning much more sincere than on the death of one of those princes whose cursed am- bition is often the sole cause of war. Indeed that a whole people should tamely submit to the evils of war, because it is the will of a few vain, selfish, ignorant, though exalted, individuals, is a phenomenon almost unaccountable. But they are led away by false glory, by their pas- sions, by their vices. They reflect not; and indeed, if they did reflect, and oppose, what would avail the opposition of unarmed myriads to the mandate of a government supported by a standing army? Many of the European nations are entirely military; war is their trade; and when they have no employment at home, or near it, they blush not to let themselves out to shed any blood, in any cause of the best pay- master. Ye brasts of the forest, no longer al- low that man is your superior, while there is found on the face of the earth such degeneracy! "Morality and religion forbid war in its motives, conduct, and consequences; but to many rulers and potentates morality and religion appear as the inventions of politicians to facili- tate subordination. The principal objects of crowned heads, and their minions, are the ex- tension of empire, the augmentation of a re- venue, or the annihilation of their subjects li- berty. Their restraints in the pursuit of these objects are not those of morality and religion; but solely reasons of state, and political caution. Plausible words are used, but they are only used to hide the deformity of the real principles. Wherever war is deemed desirable in an inter- ested view, a specious pretext never yet remained unfound. Morality is as little considered in the beginning, as in the prosecution of war. The most solemn treaties and engagements are violated by the governing part of the nation, with no more scruple than oaths and bonds are broken by a cheat and a villain in the walks of private life. Does the difference of rank and situation make any difference in the atrocity of crimes? If any, it renders a thousand times more criminal than that of a thief, the villany of them, who, by violating every sacred obliga- tion between nation and nation, give rise to miseries and mischiefs most dreadful in their na- ture; and to which no human power can say, Thus far shall ye proceed, and no farther. Are not the natural and moral evils of life sufficient, but they must be rendered more acute, more numerous, and more embittered by artificial means? My heart bleeds over these complicated scenes of woe, for which no epithet can be found sufficiently descriptive. Language fails in laboring to express the horrors of war amid private families who are so unfortunate as to be situated on the seat of it.
"War, however, it will be said, has al- ways been permitted by Providence. This is indeed true; but it has been only permitted as a scourge. Let a spirit and activity be exerted in regulating the morals of a nation, equal to that with which war, and all its apparatus, are attended to, and mankind will no longer be scourged, neither will it be necessary to evacu- ate an empire of its members, for none will be superfluous. Let us according to the advice of a pious divine of the present age, think less of our fleets and armies, and more of our faith and practice. While we are warriors, with all our pretensions to civilization, we are savages."
From the Independent Gazetteer.
IF ever a nation had reason to admire its constitution, to applaud its administration, and to express the profoundest gratitude to the Fa- ther of the universe for the unparalleled felicity it enjoys; America is the nation. If ever a part of a Community had motives to be grate- ful to a majority; the western people are under the most sacred obligations to feel and express their sincere gratitude to the republican citizens in every part of the union, for the sensibility manifested on the late transaction of our treaty with Spain; and to our executive for the mod- erate and firm, the prompt and pacific measures pursued to attain our violated rights. The clamors of a party really hostile to the growth and prosperity of West America—but, affecting an ardent zeal in our cause have been fully un- derstood, and justly estimated. Marred at the failure of their deep laid projects of ambition— racked with envy at the progressing prosperity of our affairs under the frugal and wise admin- istration of a republican executive—alarmed at the increasing confidence inspired by the se- curity of our commerce; the extention of our manufactures, and the reduction of the public burthens; the federal faction already wicked, became desperate, and War with all its horrors would have been pursued and encountered as the means of effecting a change in the adminis- tration. The distorted features of federal poli- cy, appeared through the flimsy veil of affect- ed patriotism. Their sanguinary projects, their extensive plans, their visionary schemes were detected and exposed by a republican Phalanx, whose March has been firm and dignified; whose path has led to peace, liberty, and an extention of our Empire. The long issue of federal cal-

NEWPORT, Saturday, Sept. 10, 1803.
The Newport Mercury of this week, seems to boast of the result of the late elections. After relating the success of the federalists, in several towns; after insinuating that General MARTIN has been inconsistent and equivocal in his politics, and asserting that his zeal outstrips his prudence;—after eulogizing the character of Governor BRADFORD—and dealing out their usual measure of abuse on Deacon WARDWELL—concludes that “federalism has lost nothing by the late elections.” We have so often detected the writers for the Mercury in asserting falsehood, that it will not surprise our readers to find them detected in another. Among other towns in which they say “the result was favorable to the federalists,” Hopkinton is mentioned.—Hopkinton has heretofore returned sometimes one, at others two federal members to the General Assembly. But we are happy in learning that “the tables are turned!” Whatever hopes the federalists may have derived from that quarter heretofore; they are welcome to all they are entitled to now:—The Republicans of that town have exerted themselves manfully,—and elected from their number, Messrs. Peckham and Collins, by majorities of 44, and 45—in opposition to the interests and influence of Messrs. Davis and White.—If the Mercury writers choose to cavil at the election of these gentlemen; they will not be alone in the demonstrations of it—and we venture to predict that if this is a cause of exultation, others of a similar nature will occur.
After reading the observations of the Editors of the Mercury, we were forcibly struck with this saying of Sir John Falstaff—“How this World is given to lying.”
IT is astonishing to observe with what unbridled turpitude the lackies of federalism pursue their course of detraction, and insidious slander. Even the most disinterested jealousy is a sufficient ground for them to proceed upon, and to offer with polluted hands the opprobrium of malevolence, impudently presuming that it will condone to be borne with, and that they may still travel on with impunity. It is enough, as they conceive for any man to be nominated to a public trust by one branch of the present government of the country, to authorize an immediate, and a public attack upon him, and to warrant them in handling his name as best suits their purposes.
What could be the design of the animadversions which appeared in the last Mercury upon the political character of General Martin, who has lately been appointed to represent the town of Newport? They have but an imperfect knowledge of the man if they suppose that he is to be awed and intimidated in that way to act otherwise than as he thinks the good of the State and that of his country requires. Do they affect to reproach him with conversion with changing his political creed? If any supposed merit in the present demons of discord, and disturbance, ever constituted any particle in the articles of that creed, it is no wonder if it has changed. The Constitution of our Country is the same now that it has been. It would require no conversion, no change of political faith then for a man who has hitherto approved it, still to approve, and as necessity requires to labor in support of it. Do they mean to charge General Martin with vibrating on this point?—with a former attachment to the Constitution, and present hostility to it!—or with a former repugnance to, and a present friendship for it! A charge of this kind would cover them with shame and defeat. Here then, on the only point which the case they have instituted would in reality admit, they abundantly, and evidently fail. Their insinuation amounts to neither more nor less than this—“You have hitherto, at a time when you were the primum mobile —when events were dictated by our sovereign will—when you had substantial reason to be good natured, tho’ favorably of us: But now, since we have lost the controul, and have been thwarted and vexed, for which we have only traduced, and vilified the institutions of the country, and the majority of its name—since we have been opposed and defeated, for which we have only secreted and loamed—since we have been deprived of power, for which we have only ravelled and scared—since we are despised and detested, for which we have only scandalized, and cursed—since all these things have taken place, we concede that we have in the course of them through the exigence of our late necessities, exposed the cloven foot which we have always carried, but have until of late been enabled to conceal: We fear that you begin to think that “we and our patrons are not fit to be trusted with power.” And therefore we will take only the modest liberty of doing two things at once: We will in the first place revenge ourselves upon you for this change of opinion with respect to us, which you had no business by any means to admit: This change of opinion which we call passing over from federalism to republicanism: And we will at the same time convince you by a practical argument that freedom, this boasted freedom! is a perilous thing, better resigned than contended for, because abominable men can make an abominable use of it.
We have been at this pains in this instance to English the wanted Latin of the Mercury. And now, that the case is rendered plain and intelligible, let the question be asked—What honest man, who ever thought favorably of them, who has not, by this time, had sufficient reason to change that opinion!! And where ought the blame of the charge to rest? On him who is fortunately relieved from an error; or on those whose deceptive demeanor contributed to its existence!!
We congratulate the flickers of the Mercury on its late scholastic appearance. It is thought by many that Rutledge and his accomplices make the best figure in the dead language: And it is wondered by others why they had not made use of it altogether in the business of their defence against the charge of the forged letters, as being best adapted to their deadly purpose. But it is now quite too late in the day for them to make a parade of their Roman veriosity with a view to produce any mysterious impressions favorable to their culprit. They have the privilege,
however, of hearing him off in such a garb as they think proper; for we do not mean to deny them the honors of war. If they think that their champion will appear to more advantage on a gibbet of Latin, than he would on a gallows of English, they are at liberty to raise him to that distinction.
On the 7th inst. arrived the Sloop Polly of Free-town, Capt. Hicks, from Port Antonio, which place he left on the 7th ult. At the distance of about ten hours sail from said Port, the Polly was boarded by a British vessel (a brig called the Hunter) commanded by one Inglesfield , who impressed from on board the Polly, one of her crew, George Pender , a native of Narragansett.
Thus will poor Pender, in a bloody land, Turn from his friends, and tender kindred dear, Struck with the ghastly scenes which round him stand, Think of his home, and drop a longing tear.
THEATRICAL COMMUNICATION. THE Entertainments for Monday Evening present more novelty and attraction than any offered this Season. The excellent Comedy of Rale a Wife & Have a Wife , is written by two of the greatest geniuses of the age, viz. Beaumont & Fletcher , universally allowed to be the most successful imitators of the immortal Shakespeare , of any who have attempted his style of writing.—The Pantomime is a first rate production of the kind; it boasts of a “variety of new and elegant scenery,” executed by the ingenious artist of the Boston Theatre; the title of the “Power of Magic” is fully exemplified by the wonderful tricks and changes of which it consists: The Boston critics have been lavish in its praise:—The machinery, &c. has been transported here at a considerable expence, and we are authorized to say it will be shown for this Night only. A. Z.
MR. FARNSWORTH. IF it is not inconsistent with your democratic vulgarity, which seems to disdain all the fine flights of federal genius, and to content itself with the groveling pace of common sense, and cannot, at a glance, discover the beauties of forgery and treachery, but views through the malignant telescope of honesty these proud traits in the sublime character of an “illustrious stranger;” and which is insensible to the elegance of polite indulgence, and with brutal virtue, condemns that genteel accomplishment of high life, adultery , and is so lost to the brilliancy of fancy as not to feast the imagination upon the glorious spectacle of antlers , by democrats stiled horns , adorning the smooth forehead of an honorable , though all the rage in the circles of refinement—it, Sir, your old-fashion notions of propriety will suffer you to condescend to the admission, into your weekly publication, of a well-wrought Ode, in latin verse , upon the cultivation of the Rose, in the dross of HORA with the decorations of OVID , you shall be honored with the production—by no mean hand; but if you fastidiously refuse theavor, not only the Ode, but a charming MORPHOSIS of NIGRA-BETTA in ROSA , in imitation of OVID ’s “ DAPHNE IN LAURUM ,” and his CLYTIC into a SUN-FLOWER ,” shall be presented to those Editors whose taste has been highly cultivated under that master in transformation, that perfect Probus  Nico Jefferson in latin diction , Robert T. Smith in english , and “ Horabili Joannes ” in polished latin-tongue .—Although, Sir, the scients have celebrated in lofty strains the Turn the Laurel , and the Hyacinth , and have neglected to chant the Loves of the Rose —the Daphne in laurus —it is, with all deference for their excellent talents in the art poetic, contended that the Rose is the delight of the Muses .
You will, Sir, be civil enough to make me acquainted with your determination upon this application; and you will indubitably, favor the world with the “ Geffroy Letters ,” which are herewith inclosed, rendered into latin , not by “a student at a private grammar school,” but by a scholar familiar with the style of CICERO , whose bosom glows with indignation when perusing that pathetic address to the “ horabili Joannes ,” and the mellifluous response, in miserable bog-latin .
BACHELOR of ARTS.
Our Correspondent must excuse the omission of the “ Geffroy Letters ,” in latin , this week. They are submitted to a gentleman skilled in the dead languages, and the same disposition will be made of the Ode , when received. To oblige our correspondent and the public is our wish. Besides, the “ Geffroy Letters ” ought to be published in all languages and in every country, preceded by Fame , proclaiming to all nations the extraordinary talents of the honorable author . As evidence of our desire to afford all possible publicity to the exploits of this prodigy of ingenuity —this World’s Wonder , we give the following extract from the Hartford Mercury , (which we recommend to our correspondent as a fine subject for the exercise of his talents in metamorphosis ) and solicit further communications upon the astonishing feats, in the arts and sciences of federalism , of this “ illustrious stranger ,” in latin, greek, or hebrew , for all which we entertain the greatest veneration, notwithstanding our “ democratic vulgarity .”
“THE DAILY ROSE.”
“Much has been said of the Daily Rose cultivated last year by Mr. Rutledge, at Newport—this Rutledge is certainly a curious artist, and the public will be surprised and delighted, to hear that, at Weathersfield , State , he is cultivating with great success as it is said, a Nightly Rose . By those who have seen it, to be a very beautiful blossom, of a deep colour. Some of his peculiar friends , complain that it is rather large ; he however, assures them that it renders it extremely agreeable; that he considers it the most charming of all perfumes.
“The Daily Rose is a native of Africa . The Nightly Rose , of Africa . The latter Mr. Rutledge is endeavouring to produce and we are happy to hear that his endeavours are likely to be crowned with the most success. It is doubted however, whether the blooms of his propagating will retain the beautiful gloss and richness of colour of the Daily Rose .” [Hartford]
Died]—At Little-Compton, on the 31st ult. Deacon ADAM SIMMONS, in the 71st year of his age.
At Cambridge, the Rev. DAVID D. D. HOLLIS Professor of Divinity in Colledge, aged 51 years.
At Westerly, on the 31st day of August last, Mr. WILLIAM LINN, in the 52d year of his age—a discerning mind, a clement and benevolent heart—much esteemed—and now lamented by those who knew him—has left a widow, several children, and extensive connections in his loss.
In this town, on Monday last, Deacon ADAM SIMMONS, Esq. much lamented. A gentleman of unimpeachable character, a kind husband, tender parent, and neighbour—a supporter of liberty and a friend of man, in whom the needy ever found a friend.
Articles of Intelligence, Compendious, &c. which were prepared in type for this week, omitted for want of room, will appear next week.
REMOVAL. WM. C. BAEN, Esq. BEG leave to inform their friends and the public, that they have removed to a large and commodious store of CLOTHES, where they offer for sale, a variety of English and India Goods as usual, for cash only. Also Monmouthshire 5s. 6d. per pair. Newport, Sept. 10.
Looking Glasses. WILLIAM TILLINGHAST HAS just received a large Assortment of Looking-Glasses , which he will sell as cheap or cheaper than were ever sold in Newport. September, 10.
Boarding-House. THE subscriber respectfully informs his friends and the public in general, that he has opened a genteel Boarding-House on West road, about 5 miles from Newport, in a new dwelling-house lately built by Mr. Mott, which cannot be surpassed by any for accommodation or situation. Those who have children, will find it convenient with a good school within a mile.
the same into english. Newport, Sept. 10, 1803.
TAKE NOTICE. THE undersigned Commissioners appointed by the Court of probate for the town of Newport, to receive and examine the claims of the creditors to the estate of Joseph Thurston late of Newport, Cooper , deceased, represented insolvent, hereby give notice, that six months longer from the date hereof, has been allowed for the purposes aforesaid. Those of the creditors who have not exhibited their claims may do the same within the term of six months, allowed as aforesaid, or be precluded agreeable to law. ANTHONY DIXON, } Commissioners. JOHN SLOCUM, } Newport, Sept. 9th, 1803. All persons indebted to said estate, are earnestly desired to make immediate payment to SUSANNA THURSTON, Admin xe .
WE the subscribers, being appointed Commissioners, by the Hon. Court of Probate for the town of Newport, to receive and adjust the claims of the creditors against the estate of George Willbour , Labourer, deceased, represented insolvent:—Hereby notify all persons having any demands against said estate, to exhibit them to either of the subscribers, at their respective dwellings, within six months from the date hereof, being the time allowed by said Court. ROBERT SHEARMAN, } Commissioners. HENRY BULL, } All persons any-wise indebted to the estate, are requested to make immediate payment to SUSANNA BULL, Admin xe .

MASON'S HALL LOTTERY.
The Legislature of the State of Rhode Island, &c. at their last Session, having appropriated the sum of Five Thousand Dollars to the Master, Wardens, and Church of St. John's Lodge, No. 1, in New-Port, by Lottery the sum of Two Thousand Dollars, to discharge the debt of the Lodge; and having appointed the Managers (who have given bonds to the Treasurer) they present the following for the patronage of the Public.
S C H E M E.
Three-quarters of a blank to a prize     Prizes. Dollars.     One of 2500 Dollars is 2500   1000 1000   500 1000   250 1000   100 1000   50 500   25 250   20 200   10 3550   6 9000  
Prizes.
Blank.
Tickets at 4 Dollars is 25000. The scheme is calculated for the advantage of the public; there being not one and only one of a blank to a prize, and the subject to a deduction of twelve and a half cent. The encouragement and success the Managers flatter themselves will be given to this Lottery, by the Masonic Lodge, and the neighbouring States, without a doubt that the Tickets will be speedily sold, and that the drawing will be in a short time; which as soon as the list of the prizes will be published, and after, the prizes will be punctiliously paid. Prizes which are not demanded within twelve months after drawn, will be deemed given for the purpose of the Lottery.
WILLIAM TEW, JAMES PERRY, JOHN PRICE, jun. EDWARD EASTON, jun. RICHARD COOK, WILLIAM MOORE, jun.
Managers.
The Drawing of Mason's Hall Lottery will commence on Wednesday the 28th inst.
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 bitters; teas; coffee; cocoa shells; chocolate, No. 1 and 2, prepared with and without vanilla; brown, powdered & loaf sugar; Cordials of all kinds; ginger preserves.—An assortment of Preserved Fruits in brandy, olives, anchovies, peas-nuts; best Frontigniac, Sherry, Toneriffe and Malaga, Wines; fruit, already prepared for punch, superior to any commonly used; 1st and 4th proof Jamaica Spirits, and Antigua Rum; best Spanish Segars; with an elegant assortment of Glass and Crockery WARE, which he is determined to sell very low.—Punctilious attendance and the smallest favors gratefully acknowledged.
Newport, July 2, 1803. 61tf
John & Henry Cahoon,
At their Store on Banister's Wharf,
HAVE FOR SALE,
BROWN SUGAR, by the barrel; Hibbert's Brown Stout; Raisins per cask; Molasses by the hoghead; Flour, by the barrel; Mould and Dips Candles, by the box; Iron Cabosjes; and genuine SPANISH SEGARS. —Also,
HONEY, by the barrel or gallon— New-York Soap, by the box—Negro-Head Tobacco—Best 4th proof Jamaica Rum; Iron Stoves—Salt Peter'd Hams—Loaf Sugar; Butter, and Hog's Lard, &c. —Likewise,
LIQUORS, of the best kind, a general Assortment—and various other Articles in the Grocery Line—a complete Assortment of which they propose to be constantly supplied with.
MASTERS of Packets, Passengers, &c. may be supplied at said Store, on the shortest Notice—with any Article they may want—their favors gratefully acknowledged.
GREEN CHAIRS, per Dozen— Midlings, per bushel or barrel—Onions, per hundred bunches, or smaller quantities—LOAF-SUGARS, and a variety of the best of TEAS. Newport, Dec. 18, 1802. 3tf
William Douglass,
At the Head of Broad-Street,
HAS constantly for sale, a general Assortment of West-India and other
GOODS.
barrel fresh ESSENCE of SPRUCE, per lb. or gallon.—Also, 6000 wt. of FLAX, (four different kinds prices) very cheap for cash.
best COCOA SHELLS by the lb. Cash given for Cotton and Linen RAGS. Newport, April 16, 1803. 118tf
HOUSE PAPER
HAS received and for sale at this Office, a beautiful assortment of PAPER-HANGINGS, with a great variety of elegant Borders, which will be sold at the Factory prices—from 15/ per Roll.
HAY SCREWING.
THE subscriber informs the public that he has taken the building of Mr. Jonathan Simmons, lately occupied by Jonathan Marsh, deceased; where the Hay-Screwing business will be carried on as usual, and on reasonable terms. Any quantity of Hay, ready screwed, may be had on very short notice, and all favors thankfully acknowledged. JOHN IRISH. Newport, April 9, 1803. 132
JOHN MARSH
Respectfully informs his Friends and the Public in general,
THAT he has taken the HAY-SCREWS, late belonging to Mr. Jonathan Marsh, deceased; and intends carrying on the Hay-Screwing business.—Those persons who may wish to have Hay-Screwed, may depend upon having it done with fidelity and dispatch. The smallest favors gratefully acknowledged. Newport, March 25, 1803. 129
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, Powder and Shot, Lamp-Oil, Loaf and Sugars, &c.—Also,
a general and extensive variety of Glass and Hard Ware; Men's and Women's Wears, &c. with many other articles, too numerous to mention; all which will be sold at reduced prices. Nov. 21. 1801. 60tf
For Sale,
ON reasonable terms a convenient two story Dwelling House, on Spring-Street, near Mr. John Banister's, with five rooms on the lower floor, and four above. A good Cellar, and a Shop-adjoining, excellent well of water. For particulars enquire of
HENRY HOWLAND.
Also, to be Sold, Possession given immediately; a new two story Dwelling House, with two rooms on a floor. For terms apply as above. August 13, 1803. 127
Benjamin Wightman, & Co.
HAVE for Sale, at their Store on the Ferry Wharf, a general assortment of Groceries, Ship Chandlery, Hard Ware, &c. which they will dispose of, on reasonable terms, by Wholesale or Retail.
Among which are the following Articles:
   Holland Gin, Cassia,   West-India Rum, Alum, Snuff,   Brandy, Wool & Cotton   Brown Sugar, Cards,   Souchong & Bohea Tobacco,   Teas, Cotton Wool,   Coffee, Ginger, Sheep's do.   Pepper, Pimento, German Steel,   Starch, N. Y. Soap, Nails assorted,   Mustard, Copperas, Glass Ware,   Sherry & Malaga Cheese by the large   Wines, or small quantity,   Superfine Flour by the Cordage, Codfish,   Barrel, Candles, &c. &c.  
Newport, February 26, 1803. 124tf
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, Cutlery, Ironmongery, Japan-Ware, Stationary, &c.—German-Steel—Fishing-Lines—Bed-Cords—Cloths-Lines, &c. &c.
New-York Manufactured TOBACCO and SNUFF
of the first quality, at a small advance—Consisting of Negro-Head; Plug; Pignails; Ladies' Twist; Paper, for chewing and smoking, and Scotch SNUFF.
Cash given for Lead.
Newport, June 4, 1803. 140tf
Nathaniel Nason,
RESPECTFULLY informs the public, that he has removed from the house of his father David Nason, to the Shop of Mr. Thomas Howland, directly opposite—where all kinds of TIN WARE can be furnished at the shortest notice, and on as reasonable terms as can be bought in this town. Constant attendance will be given, and the smallest favors acknowledged. Newport, Dec. 18, 1802. 116tf
Cash & the highest price given for old PEWTER and LEAD.
TO BE LET,
A House, or part of one,
situate in Thames-Street. Inquire of the Printer. Newport, March 12, 1803. 128
FOR SALE,
By JOSEPH BRIGGS, 30 Barrels best N. Y. Superfine Flour, A few Hogheads of good retailing MOLASSES. Also, a few Casks of SHERRY WINE, of an excellent quality—very cheap for Cash. Newport, May, 29. 90tf
Book-Binding,
IN all its branches, performed at this Office, with neatness and expedition.—Ledgers and Account Books, of any dimension, made on the shortest notice. Old Books, re-bound, on reasonable terms.
To be Let,
And possession given immediately, A LARGE & commodious Dwelling House, very pleasantly situated, on Washington-Street, on the Point. For terms, apply to MIRABETH EASTON. Newport, June 4, 1803. 140
To be SOLD, or LET,
And possession given the 20th inst. THE Dwelling-House now occupied by Mr. Cross, pleasantly situated at the north-end of Thames-Street; with a Yard, Garden, Stable, and a good Well of Water.—For further particulars enquire of
JOSEPH COZZENS.
Newport, April 9, 1803.
NOTICE
IS hereby given, to all persons having any demands against the estate of Captain JOSEPH CONGDON, late of Jamestown, deceased, to exhibit them; and all persons indebted to said estate, are called upon to make payment to MARY CONGDON, of Jamestown, Executrix to said estate; or to EBENEZER SHEARMAN, her lawful Agent, at Newport. November 22, 1802. 113tf
Looking-Glasses.
FOR Sale at the Store of NATHANIEL SWEET & Co. an elegant assortment of Looking-Glasses, which cannot fail of pleasing those who wish to purchase—prices, from One Dollar 25 Cents to Eighteen Dollars 50 Cents. Newport, June 18. 142tf
THE subscribers having entered into partnership, under the firm of
Spooner and Dunham,
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 Geo. John Malbone, 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
WING SPOONER, 2d.
CHARLES C. DUNHAM.
Newport, April 3, 1802. 79tf
HOLMES WEAVER,
CABINET & CHAIR-MAKER,
HAS for Sale, a number of the most
House, where they carry on the
WATCH-MAKING BUSINESS
in all its Branches. Likewise all kinds of
Hair Work & Gold Cyphers
neatly executed. They have for Sale, English
and Geneva gold & silver Watches, Gold Neck-
laces, silver tea and table Spoons, salt, mustard
and pepper Spoons, soup and punch Ladles, sugar
Longs, large & small Looking Glasses, dressing
Do. tea Trays, Waiters & dressing-Cases, plat-
en, wooden, and Britannia Castors, Britannia
tea and coffee Pots, Gentlemen's and Children's
best & common Hats, Suspenders, Knives and
forks, brass globe & common Handirons, Shov-
el & Tongs, brass and japanned Lamps, elegant
plated & brass Candlesticks, dart and common
knives, horse & chaise Whips, ladies do, Scissors,
pen-Knives, Snuffers & Trays, powder Boxes
and Puffs, Razors in cases and without, shaving
boxes, and Windsor Soap, Cream Balls, writing
paper, Dutch Quills, Spanish Segars, Maccabau,
snuff & Scotch Snuff, Starch, Purple Brown,
together with a complete Assortment of Jewel-
ry & Perfumery.—They Also carry on the
GOLD & SILVERSMITH'S
business; Cash given for Old Gold and Silver,
at Punctilious attendance, and the smallest
favors gratefully acknowledged.
Newport, Oct. 2. 1802. 72tf