Rhode-Island Republican (Newport, R.I.), 1804-10-11 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.
FOR SALE, SIXTY-TWO Shares in the stock of the Rhode-Island Insurance Company, by NATHANIEL SWEET, & Co. Newport, Sept. 19, 1804. N. B. As they are very desirous (for a particular reason) to dispose of the above mentioned stock—they therefore offer the same at first cost. N. SWEET, & Co.
Washing Machine.
THE subscribers having purchased the patent right for the counties of Newport & Bristol, for making, using, and vending to others to be used, a Machine for the purpose of washing clothes, fulling, scouring, and cleaning cloth, under the original patent right, which was granted by the Congress of the United States of America, unto Daniel S. Dean, of the town of Beckman, in Dutchess county, State of New-York, on the 29th day of February, 1804. All persons are hereby forbid making, using, or vending said Machine, within the counties aforesaid, under the penalty of the Law, without the authority of us, or our agents, being first granted them. Any person may be accommodated, by calling on BENJAMIN PITMAN, jun. JOSHUA NICHOLS.
N. B. Those who may wish to purchase the Patent right for the county of Bristol, will please to apply as above. Newport, Sept. 19. 1804.
NOTICE is hereby given, that we the subscribers, have purchased the patent right for the counties of Washington and Kent, for making, using, and vending a Machine for the purpose of washing clothes, scouring and fulling cloth, under the original patent right which was granted by the Congress of the United States of America, unto Daniel T. Dean, of the State of New-York, on the 29th of February, 1804.—All persons are hereby forbid, making, vending or using such Machine, within the counties aforesaid, under the penalty of the law, without the liberty of us, or our agents being first granted them. Any person, upon applying to us for an individual right, or on a larger scale, may have the liberty granted them for a moderate compensation. BORDEN RATHBUN, ROBERT H. NILES. Wickford (N.K.) 24th Sept. 1804.
To be Sold,
A NEW one story building, 30 feet by 12, to be removed from the spot on which it now stands, as soon as possible. For further particulars apply to WILLIAM DOUGLASS.
BOOTS, SHOES & BUCKETS.
THE subscriber takes this method to inform the Public in general and his friends in particular, that he carries on the Boot, Shoe, & Bucket-Making business, at his Shop two doors west of John Gardner's, Esq. in the Ferry Wharf Lane—where he is ready to attend to their calls, having procured the best of materials thereof. A good workman at the last mentioned branch of business, (if he calls soon) will find employ and good wages, by applying to JOSEPH DYRE. Newport, May 28, 1804.
Books Missing.
COOKE'S Voyages, 3 Vols.—British Catalogue, 2 Vols.—4 Vols. Universal Magazine of 1771, '72, '73, & '74.—Perhaps there may be another name written in the above Books, in addition to the subscriber's; but the cause of that addition can be easily elucidated. Whoever may have the books, and will return them to the subscriber, will merit, and receive his most cordial thanks. SAMUEL KING. Newport, Sept. 26.
THE Creditors of Edward Cook, of Portsmouth, in the county of Newport, laborer, are hereby notified to appear before the General Assembly, at their next Session at Providence, in October, A. D. 1804, and shew cause, if any they have, why the prayer of his petition, praying for the benefit of the Act made and passed in A. D. 1756, for the relief of insolvent debtors, should not be granted. THOMAS PECKHAM, Dep. Sec'y. Newport, 24th Sept. 1804.
THE creditors of Bowen Pease, of North Kingstown, in the county of Washington, laborer, are hereby notified to appear before the General Assembly, at their next Session at Providence, in October, A. D. 1804, and shew cause, if any they have, why the prayer of his petition, praying for the benefit of the Act made and passed, A. D. 1756, for the relief of insolvent debtors, should not be granted. THOMAS PECKHAM, Dep. Sec'y. Newport, Sept. 30th 1804.
A HINT. We insert the following humorous Advertisement for the amusement of our readers: George Washington Webb, (Post-Rider from Worcester to Northampton.) SOLICITS the serious and candid attention, of each of his customers, who are indebted to him for more than one quarter's Newspapers, to that portion of scripture, which may be found recorded in the latter clause of the 28th verse of the 18th Chapter of the Gospel, according to St. Matthew—"PAY ME, WHAT THOU OWEST."
In discounting from these words, it is the intention of the Preacher to make no division of his matter—to have nothing to do with notes except bank-notes—and to treat the subject, neither logically, nor metaphysically, nor scripturally, nor religiously, nor morally, nor physically—but FREEMASONICALLY!—As he has had a mortal aversion to long-winded people, ever since he began to collect Newspaper accounts, he will be as brief as a Lawyer's Summons, and leaving his text to explain itself, come directly to the IMPROVEMENT.
Beloved Brethren! Harken unto me, and attend to the words of my mouth! Pay the Post-Rider quickly, when thou art in the way with him—lest, at any time, the Post-Rider deliver thy account to the ATTORNEY, and the ATTORNEY bring thee before the JUDGE, and the JUDGE deliver thee to the OFFICER and thou be cast into PRISON. Verily I say unto thee, thou shalt by no means come out thence, till thou hast paid the uttermost farthing! Worcester, September 19, 1804.
10,000 Dollars highest Prize.
DURING this day, Tickets in the Sixth Class of South-Hadley Canal Lottery will be sold at the original price, 5 Dollars. On to-morrow, and after, until the drawing of the Lottery commences, which will be on the 27th of the present month, Tickets will be advanced to 5 Dollars 50 Cents.—Those who wish to save 50 Cents and gain Ten Thousand Dollars, will do well to call this day (Thursday Oct. 5.) at the Bookstore of WILLIAM R. WILDER.
For Sale,
AN excellent lot of land, under good improvement, very pleasantly situated on the main road leading from Newport to Bristol Ferry, containing about 21 acres, with a Dwelling-House, Barn, Crib and young Orchard thereon, and a well of good water that never fails. It will be sold on reasonable terms. For particulars, apply to the subscriber, on the premises. JONATHAN GIBBS. Portsmouth, Oct. 3, 1804.
LAWS OF RHODE-ISLAND.
FOR sale at this office, complete copies of the Laws of this State, passed since the session to the General Assembly in January 1798.
Wm. Bridges,
Engineer, Architect and Land-Surveyor, SURVEYS & draws plans of Estates, with the strictest accuracy and neatness; makes designs for intended Buildings and Improvements, Canals, Bridges, &c. &c.; furnishes estimates with minute specifications for carrying the same into execution; having been regularly brought up to the profession, with a complete knowledge of the practical departments, presumes that his services will be found eminently useful, in carrying into effect any public or private works.
Gentlemen residing at a distance, can be furnished with plans, elevations, &c. to unite Convenience and Uniformity with Durability and Economy, by sending a written description of the conveniences and fine building they wish to have.—Plans neatly drawn on the margin of Deeds. Newport, Oct. 3d, 1804.
P. Bridges,
(Tenn Doors above the Newport-Bank) RETURNS her grateful acknowledgments to the Ladies of Newport, for the numerous Favors she has received, since her commencement in business; and respectfully acquaints them, that she has now on hand for Sale, a Gentel Assortment of MILLENNIARY, on moderate terms. Ladies Morning-Dresses, & children's Coats and Pelices, with every other article in the Millinery line, made up in the newest fashions, on the shortest notice. The Spring and fall fashions will be regularly received direct from Europe. Newport, Oct. 3d, 1804.
To be Sold at PUBLIC AUCTION,
ON Friday, the 12th of October instant, the real estate of John Gubbard, late of Newport, deceased, pleasantly situated on the Point. Sale to be on the premises, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon. JOHN TILLINGHAST Adm'r. Newport, Oct. 4, 1804.
For the RHODE-ISLAND REPUBLICAN.
CRISIS No. IV.
LORD there's a house on fire! says he who is contriving to pick a man's pocket. Behold here the image of democracy! (after depicting a figure that would terrify a Hottentot) cries he who is studying to elevate himself by a system of intrigue, and a series of machinations. The pick-pocket, who had thus rifled the purse of his neighbor, would among his associates, vaunt in his own dexterity. I accomplished my purpose, says he, in a most masterly manner. His eyes, & his senses, were wandering afar, in wild surprise, by means of my alarming salutation; nor did he perceive, when, by flight of hand, I fished from him the precious pennies he had saved! And thus it is with the political swindler, who designing would beat an alarm that might confuse and confound the reflective senses of mankind, for the sole end of advancing himself, and his private friends, into power, and profit.
It is the purpose of our present contemplations to enquire relative to the real origin, and true object of the "BILL," which was the subject of the last number, and which the Connecticut papers have imputed to a democratic member of the Legislature of Rhode-Island, attended with such pointed epithets of acrimonious animadversion. Five propositions were laid down in the sequel of our last, as the result of the most diligent enquiry. Having waited a convenient time, in order that, if they had not been well founded, and according with the fact, they might be denied in the whole, or in part; and no such denial having been made, or attempted, we shall proceed, and comment on such of them as seem to need a comment.
The first of those propositions, stated, that the famous "bill" beforementioned, was the barking of a whig , and not-headed federalist . A federalist, perhaps, would wantingly ask how it was possible? Is it (he would say) marked with the least feature of our character? Does it evidence the disposition you would impute to us, as a body, of monopolizing within ourselves all the advantages of society, and government, and of consorting the other, though far greater portion of mankind, to mere instruments for our own convenience? Does it not on the contrary embrace the very principle which we most strongly reprobate, by its declarative tendency to level the necessary distinctions, and introduce that hateful principle of absolute "equality," against which we have so ardently, and as we conceive meritoriously labored? We have only to answer that such is the fact , and it remains to be accounted for.
This it is obvious is a political problem, and, therefore, for the solution of it we are to refer to political views. As in mathematics it is frequently necessary to reduce one supposition to an absurdity (called according to the technical phraseology reductio ad absurdum ) in order to establish by demonstration the truth of an opposite one; so the devotees of the monarchical system, under the disguise of friends to an energetic government, have considered it expedient for the final gratification of their wishes, to reduce republicanism to an absurdity, or to use the most appropriate words of Mr. Adams, to render every thing appertaining to it "as unamiable as a witch." Hence they have constantly sought to clothe it in the most odious colours; and to attribute to it all the evils incident to ignorance, anarchy, and barbarity. In proportion as they are enabled to faddle it with odium, and to render it disgusting and obnoxious, they hope to see the brazen crest of Aristocracy elevated, and confirmed. Who is not aware of the manifold devices that have been invented tributary to this purpose? And do we not spontaneously recognize this self-same "Bill," as one, and not the least of those devices? Whereas (it says) the continuance of a Republican Government depends on supporting the principles of equality: Be it therefore further enacted, That forever hereafter, at the end of thirteen years respectively, there shall be a general abolition of debt, and an equal distribution of property! With what admirable dexterity are here combined the most salutary principles with the most pernicious effects. In the first place, republicanism is invidiously connected, with a vague notion of equality; and then this same equality is by a practical argument set in operation to destroy every incentive to industry, and improvement in society. If debts are to be abolished, credit is annihilated! Credit is the soul of commerce: Commerce is the very essence of prosperity in every country. If debts are to be abolished at stated periods of time, the obligation of contracts is thereby impaired: But a conscientious observance, and religious fulfilment of contracts is the first rudiment, and elementary principle of morality; and to impair the obligation of contracts is to violate the constitution. If once in thirteen years there is to be an equal distribution of property, who will be found exerting himself to acquire it? Will genius be seen any where portrayed on the workmanship of its hands? Will not the lofty and majestic edifice, which lifts its graceful turret to
adorn the world, fall into ruin and mingle with the dust? Will not those personal embellishments which every where inspire delight, and that mild and mellifluous influence which gilds the enchanting realms of female beauty and excellence, languish and expire? and every noble faculty and sentiment of the soul become dormant and extinct! These reflections are so obvious that they escape no mind.
Now, says the federalist, here is the ultimate consequence of your boasted "liberty and equality!" Do you not see it at work? Do you not here trace its footsteps? and are you so stupid as not to perceive its tendency? Having, by a modest shift of political ventriloquism, thus inspired the tongue of an imaginary "democrat," they have only to invoke upon him the execration of ages; and to extend the anathema to every species of republican sentiment.
We need not undertake to define, what we are in the habit of understanding by the word "equality" in a political and republican sense. It must be plain to every one who has bestowed the least attention on the subject: Nor can the hackneyed ledgerdemain of State jugglers, & swindling politicians, so far vacate the common sense of mankind, as to render them forgetful of their importance and merited priority in matters of civil discipline, and government. Being able to make the true distinctions, and "perceiving with a just discernment" the nature, and scope of those views which are bent upon hunting them from the earth, the great body of the people, the mass of mankind, whose peculiar property they are, and whose paramount interest it is to cherish and promote them, will ever be found prepared, and ready to adhere to this interest, and to render this support.
The second & third propositions, stated as being warranted by fact, were, that the aforesaid "bill" never was introduced into the Legislature any further than was necessary to render it a topic of conversation: and that when this purpose (which was undoubtedly the very purpose for which it was created and made) was answered, it suddenly vanished.
The concluding paragraph of that "bill" is as follows: "And whereas there may be some so bold and daring as to attempt the passing of debts, notwithstanding the good intention of this General Assembly; Be it therefore enacted, That every person offending here-in, shall, for every offence, receive thirty-nine lashes, and be closely confined in gaol for the space of six months, upon conviction before a justice of the peace or warden; and shall moreover forfeit his proportion of property, to be distributed as aforesaid!"
It will be readily perceived that that "bill" was in no respect calculated to bear the light long: it is not, therefore, difficult to account for its sudden disappearance. And it most frequently, and very fortunately happens that matters of collusion, connivance, and deceit, are pregnant with miscarriage. What the particular turn given to this "bill" at the period of its generation, was, is difficult to determine. We cannot learn that it met with any advocate either in or out of the Legislature. It was however, most probably intended as a counterpart to a certain declamatory address, introduced into the Legislature, (not "by a democratic member") in approbation of certain high-toned measures of the general Government. When this address was about to be voted, a member on the high-spirited side of the house, which constituted at that time a very large majority of it, solicitous of promanymity on that great question (as he termed it) got up, and in the face of a crowded auditory, gravely observed—that the question which they were about to take the sense of the House upon, was an important one in various points of view: That he wished, for the honor of the Legislature, and of the State, the most perfect unanimity to be manifested in deciding it: That he was sorry to say there were two or three Jacobins in the house who he feared would evidence their disorganizing principles, in bestowing a rude and wanton negation upon the proposed address: That still, however, he was not without some hope that their dexterity would restrain them from acting, so that the contemplated offering might thereafter be reported as the unanimous voice of the Legislature of Rhode-Island!
Now were not these sentiments, thus expressed, equally with the "bill" which has so recently been stamped up, and registered in the unassuming State of Connecticut, the natural (I will not say legitimate) offspring of the same crooked, and conniving policy? Are they not equally, and both admirably calculated to disguise, and exterminate the cause which philosophy, and experience both declare is best adapted to the protection, comfort and felicity of men under the institutions of civil society: and to beat out, and cow down the friends, and supporters of that cause? What wild alarms irresistibly pervade the mind, when we consider how many stratagems of this nature have been invented to battle, and defraud the body of the community of their equal, inalienable, and unquestionable rights; of that liberty which equality sanctions; and of that equality which liberty guarantees. CRISIS.

TO THE PEOPLE.
THE DEFENCE—No. I.
(Concluded from our last.)
THE responsibility of all public men to public opinion is an essential feature in the republican creed, and it is manifest, that all responsibility, to a body not possessed of the means of forming an enlightened decision must be ideal. To give a salutary vigor to this principle, full disclosure of the state of the treasury, of every description of public burthen, from the greatest to the least, of all compensations, fixed by law or ascertained by executive agents, has been statedly made—together with ample details elucidating the situation of every establishment under the government. Even the sacred ground of patronage so prudently veiled in darkness by most governments, has been open to the view of the nation, and the rewards of favorites, if such there are, nakedly exhibited.
A momentary clamour has been raised at the alleged suppression of information on the two subjects of very various importance;—the repairs of the Bercéau; and the negotiations respecting Louisiana. But time by dissipating the obscurity attending those events has proved that the first was a link in the chain of amity that now so happily unites us with the most powerful nation of the world: And that the secrecy attending the Louisiana negotiations was directly, perhaps inseparably connected with the success that crowned the final result. For had the pending steps been at the time avowed, there is every reason to think that injurious delays and obstacles, altogether frustrating of the possessions of that territory, would have been interposed by rival nations. England, accustomed to interfere in whatever related to France, would have scarcely suffered such an occasion to pass without improving it to the promotion of her own interest, either directly by benefiting herself or injuring her rival; and Spain would too probably have exerted every nerve to avert a measure which it is known, she deprecates, however erroneously, as unfriendly to her power in this part of the world.
In the discharge then of this constitutional duty we contemplate in the measures of the executive, a devotion to the republican principle of giving the fullest information to the people, unallayed with the imprudence, to which an impolitic extension of even found principles is too apt to be carried by enthusiasts.
The other branch of this duty, is the recommendation to Congress of such measures as he shall judge necessary and expedient.
We have seen that this is not a power, which the President may or may not, but one, which the constitution expressly declares he shall exercise under his constitutional injunction, sanctified by an oath of office, peculiarly solicitous of engaging the utmost efforts of the chief magistrate in its preservation, he has recommended to the consideration of congress several measures. It is unnecessary at this time, to enumerate any but those of considerable importance.
In his address to the seventh Congress, at the opening of their session, he says: "Other circumstances combined with the increase of numbers, have produced an augmentation of revenue arising from consumption, in a ratio far beyond that of population alone; and though the changes in foreign relations, now take place so desirably for the whole world, may form a season affect this branch of our revenue, yet weighing all probabilities of expense, as well as of income, there is reasonable ground of confidence, that we may now safely dispense with all the internal taxes, comprehending excises, stamps, auctions, licences, carriages and refined sugars; to which the postage on newspapers may be added to facilitate the progress of information, and that the remaining sources of revenue will be sufficient to provide for the support of government, to pay the interests of public debts, and to discharge the principals in shorter periods than the laws, or the general expectation had contemplated. War indeed and outward events may change this prospect of things, and call for expences which the imposts could not meet. But sound principles will not justify our taxing the industry of our fellow-citizens to accumulate treasure, for wars to happen we know not when, and which might not perhaps happen, but from the temptations offered by that treasure. These views, however, of reducing our burthens are formed on the expectation that a sensible, and at the same time, salutary reduction may take place in our habitual expenditure. For this purpose, those of the civil government, the army and navy, will need revival."
...cient to provide for the support of government, to pay the interests of public debts, and to discharge the principals in shorter periods than the laws, or the general expectation had contemplated. War indeed and outward events may change this prospect of things, and call for expences which the imposts could not meet. But sound principles will not justify our taxing the industry of our fellow-citizens to accumulate treasure, for wars to happen we know not when, and which might not perhaps happen, but from the temptations offered by that treasure. These views, however, of reducing our burthens are formed on the expectation that a sensible, and at the same time, salutary reduction may take place in our habitual expenditure. For this purpose, those of the civil government, the army and navy, will need revival."
cient to provide for the support of government, to pay the interests of public debts, and to discharge the principals in shorter periods than the laws, or the general expectation had contemplated. War indeed and outward events may change this prospect of things, and call for expences which the imposts could not meet. But sound principles will not justify our taxing the industry of our fellow-citizens to accumulate treasure, for wars to happen we know not when, and which might not perhaps happen, but from the temptations offered by that treasure. These views, however, of reducing our burthens are formed on the expectation that a sensible, and at the same time, salutary reduction may take place in our habitual expenditure. For this purpose, those of the civil government, the army and navy, will need revival."
In the same communication, the President invites the attention of Congress, without expressing any opinion, on the revision of the judiciary establishment.
Those two objects are those which have, in the greatest degree, divided public opinion. The propriety of the measures adopted by congress, in relation to them, will, in its proper place, be distinctly discussed. They are merely mentioned in this place as forming part of the measures suggested or recommended by the President, in order that the whole may be presented to the view of the reader. Besides these, he has in his several communications, attracted the attention of the legislature to the following topics:
 He has recommended—  A retrenchment of unnecessary expence,  An abolition of useless offices,  An adherence to specific appropriations,  A reduction of the army,  An impartial selection of jurors,  A revival of the naturalization laws,  A faithful payment of the interest, and a prompt discharge of the principal of the public debt,  Unceasing efforts to perfect the militia,  The establishment of a dry dock. 
CURIUS.
WASHINGTON CITY, Oct. 1, 1804. Yesterday arrived in this city, the PRESIDENT of the UNITED STATES.
October 3. The following is the ADDRESS, lately delivered by the PRESIDENT of the United States, to the Chiefs of the Osage Nation. We offer it to the public, with a confidence that the sentiments of good will it breathes towards the aborigines of the soil, will afford as much pleasure to the reader, as they confer honor on the government.
My Children, White Hairs, Chiefs and Warriors of the Osage Nation.
I repeat to you assurances of the satisfaction it has given me to receive you here. Besides the labor of such a journey, the confidence you have shown in the honor and friendship of my countrymen is peculiarly gratifying, and I hope you have seen that your confidence was justly placed, that you have found yourselves, since you crossed the Mississippi, among brothers and friends with whom you were as safe as at home.
My Children: I sincerely weep with you over the graves of your chiefs and friends, who fell by the hands of their enemies lately descending the Osage river. Had they been prisoners, and living we would have recovered them: but no voice can awake the dead, no power can undo what is done; on this side the Mississippi where our government has been long established, and our authority organized, our friends visiting us are safe. We hope it will not be long before our voice will be heard and our arm respected, by those who meditate to injure our friends, on the other side of that river; in the mean time Governor Harrison will be directed to take proper measures to inquire into the circumstances of the transaction, to report them to us for consideration and for the further measures they may require.
My Children: By late arrangements with France and Spain, we now take their place as your neighbors, friends and fathers; and we hope you will have no cause to regret the change. It is so long since our forefathers came from beyond the great water, that we have lost the memory of it, and seem to have grown out of this land, as you have done; never more will you have occasion to change your fathers. We are all now of one family, born in the same land, and bound to live as brothers, and the strangers from beyond the great water are gone from among us; the great Spirit has given you strength and has given us strength; not that we might hurt one another, but to do each other all the good in our power. Our dwellings indeed are very far apart; but not too far to carry on
commerce and useful intercourse. You have furs and peltries which we want, and we have clothes and other useful things that you want; let us employ ourselves then in mutually accommodating each other. To begin this on our part, it was necessary to know what nations inhabited the great country called Louisiana, which embraces all the waters of the Mississippi and Missouri, what number of peltries they could furnish, what quantities and kinds of merchandise they would require, where would be the deposits most convenient for them, and to make an exact map of all these waters. For this purpose I sent a beloved man, Capt. Lewis, one of my own household, to learn something of the people with whom we are now united, to let you know we were your friends, to invite you to come and see us, and to tell us how we can be useful to you. I thank you for the readiness with which you have listened to his voice, and for the favor you showed him in his passage up the Missouri. I hope your countrymen will favor and protect him as far as they extend. On his return we shall hear what he has seen and learnt, and proceed to establish trading houses where our red brethren shall think best, and to exchange commodities with them on terms with which they will be satisfied.
With the same views I had prepared another party to go up the Red river to its source, thence to the source of the Arkansas, and down to its mouth, and I will now give orders that they shall only go a small distance up the Red river this season, and return to tell us what they have seen, and that they shall not set out for the head of that river till the ensuing spring, when you will be at home, and will, I hope, guide and guard them on their journey. I also propose the next year to send another small party up the river Arkansas to its source, thence to the head of the river to the Panis, and down to its mouth, and others up the river on the North side of the Missouri. For guides along these rivers we must make arrangements with the nations inhabiting them.
My Children: I was sorry to learn that a schism had taken place in your nation, and that a part of your people had withdrawn with the great track, to the Arkansas river; we will send an agent to them and will use our best offices to prevail on them to return, and to live in union with you. We wish to make them also our friends, and to make that friendship, and the weight it may give us with them, useful to you and them.
We propose, my children, immediately to establish an agent to reside with you, who will speak to you our words, and convey yours to us; who will be the guardian of our peace and friendship, convey truths from the one to the other, dissipate all falsehoods which might tend to alienate and divide us, and maintain a good understanding and friendship between us; as the distance is too great for you to come often and tell us your wants, you will tell them to him on the spot, and he will convey them to us in writing, so that we shall be sure that they come from you; through the intervention of such an Agent, we shall hope that our friendship will forever be preserved, no wrong will ever be done you by our nation, and we trust that yours will do none to us; and should ungovernable individuals commit unauthorized outrage on either side, let them be duly punished; or if they escape, let us make to each other the best satisfaction the case admits, and not let our peace be broken by bad men, for all people have some bad men among them whom no laws can restrain. As you have taken so long a journey to see your fathers, we with you not to return till you have visited our country and town towards the sea coast. This will be new and satisfactory to you, and it will give you the same knowledge of the country on this side of the Mississippi, which we are endeavoring to acquire of that on the other side, by sending trusty persons to explore them. We propose to do in your country only what we are desirous you should do in ours; we will provide accommodations for your journey, for your comfort while engaged in it, and for your return in safety to your country, carrying with you those proofs of esteem with which we distinguish our friends, and shall particularly distinguish you. On your return, tell your people that I take them all by the hand, that I become their father hereafter, that they shall know our nation only as friends and benefactors; that we have no views upon them but to carry on a commerce useful to them and us; to keep them in peace with their neighbors, that their children may multiply, may grow up and live to a good old age, and their women no longer fear the tomahawk of an enemy.
My children, these are my words, carry them to your nation, keep them in your memories, and our friendship in your hearts, and may the Great Spirit look down upon us, and cover us with the mantle of his love.
TH: JEFFERSON.
At the time the foregoing Address was delivered, the Chiefs were presented with the following Instrument of writing on parchment. Chiefs and Warriors of the Osage nation of Indians!
The President of the United States takes you by the hand and invites you and all the nations of Red people within the territory of the United States to look up to him as their father and friend, and to rely in full confidence upon his unvarying disposition to lead and protect them in the paths of peace and harmony, and to cultivate friendship with their brothers of the same colour, and with the citizens of the United States.
We have now made the chain of friendship bright between us, binding us all together.—For your and our sakes, and for the sake of your and our children we must prevent it from becoming rusty. So long as the mountains in our land shall endure, and our rivers flow, so long may the red and white people: dwelling in it, live in the bonds of brotherhood and friendship.
In order that this friendship may be perpetual, and to prevent as far as possible every cause which might interrupt it; it is hereby
announced and declared by the authority of the United States; that all lands belonging to you lying within the territory of the United States, shall be and remain the property of your nation, unless you shall voluntarily relinquish or dispose of the same—and all persons Citizens of the United States, are hereby strictly forbidden to disturb you, or your nation, in the quiet possession of said lands.
The President of the United States sends you by your beloved Chiefs now present, a Chain; it is made of pure gold, which will never rust—and may the Great Spirit assist us in keeping the chain of friendship, of which this golden chain is an emblem, bright for a long succession of ages.
Given under my hand & the Seal of the War Office of the United States, at the City of Washington, this eighteenth day of July, in the year one thousand eight hundred and four, and of the Independence of said States the twenty-ninth. (Signed) H. DEARBORN.
* This has an allusion to a golden chain with which the instrument was embossed.
By JAMES MADISON, Secretary of State of the United States.
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given, in pursuance of the act of Congress passed on the 26th March last, entitled "An act supplementary to the act, entitled "An act relative to the election of a President and Vice-President of the United States, and declaring the officer who shall act as President, in case of vacancies in the offices both of President and Vice-President." That the amendment proposed, during the last session of Congress, to the Constitution of the United States, respecting the manner of voting for President and Vice-President of the United States, has been ratified by the Legislatures of three fourths of the several States, to wit: By those of Vermont, Rhode-Island, New-York, New-Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, North-Carolina, South-Carolina and Georgia, and has thereby become valid as part of the Constitution of the United States.
Given under my hand at the City of Washington, this twenty-fifth day of September, 1804. (Signed) JAMES MADISON.
The Printers of the laws of the United States are requested to publish the above notification and the annexed laws, three times in their Gazette.
AN ACT
Supplementary to the act, entitled "An act relative to the election of a President and Vice-President of the United States, and declaring the officer who shall act as President, in case of vacancies in the offices both of President and Vice-President."
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That whenever the amendment proposed during the present session of Congress to the constitution of the United States, respecting the manner of voting for President and Vice-President of the United States, shall have been ratified by the Legislatures of three fourths of the several States, the Secretary of State shall forthwith cause a notification thereof to be made to the Executive of every State, and shall also cause the same to be published, in at least one of the newspapers printed in each State, in which the laws of the United States are annually published.—The executive authority of each State shall cause a transcript of the said notification to be delivered to the electors appointed for that purpose, who shall first thereafter meet in such State, for the election of a President and Vice-President of the United States: and whenever the said electors shall have received the said transcript of notification, or whenever they shall meet more than five days subsequent to the publication of the ratification of the above mentioned amendment, in one of the newspapers of the State, by the secretary of state, they shall vote for President and Vice-President of the United States, respectively, in the manner directed by the above mentioned amendment, and having made and signed three certificates of all the votes given by them, each of which certificates shall contain two distinct lists, one, of the votes given for President, and the other, of the votes given for Vice-President: they shall seal up the said certificates, certifying on each, that lists of all the votes of such State given for President, and of all the votes given for Vice-President, is contained therein, and shall cause the said certificates to be transmitted and disposed of, and in every other respect act in conformity with the provisions of the act to which this is a supplement. And every other provision of the act to which this is a supplement, and which is not virtually repealed by this act, shall extend and apply to every election of a President and Vice-President of the United States made in conformity to the abovementioned amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
And whereas, the above mentioned amendment may be ratified by the Legislatures of three fourths of the States, and thereupon become immediately valid to all intents and purposes, as part of the constitution, on a day so near the day fixed by law for the meeting of the electors in the several States, that the electors shall not in every State be apprised of the said ratification, and may vote in a manner no longer conformable with the constitution, as amended, whereby several States might be deprived of their vote in the election of a President and Vice-President; for remedy whereof.
Sec. 2. Be it further enacted, That the electors who shall be appointed in each State for the election of a President and Vice-President of the United States, shall at every such election, unless they shall have received a transcript of the notification of the ratification of the above mentioned amendment to the constitution, or unless they shall meet more than five days subsequent

to a publication of the said ratification by the Secretary of State, in one of the newspapers of the State, vote for President and Vice-President of the United States, in the following manner, that is to say: they shall vote for two persons as President and Vice-President, in conformity with the first section of the second article of the constitution. And in other respects act in conformity with the provisions of the act to which this act is a supplement; and they shall like-wise vote for one person as President, and for one person as Vice-President, in conformity with the above-mentioned amendment of the Constitution; and in other respects act in conformity with the provisions of the first section of this act. But those certificates only, of votes given for President and Vice-President of the United States, shall be opened by the President of the Senate, for the purpose of being counted which shall contain the list or lists of votes given in conformity with the Constitution, as in force on the day fixed by law for the meeting of the electors, by whom the said votes shall have been given.
Sec. 3. And be it further enacted That whenever, by the provisions of the second section of this act, it shall be the duty of the electors for any State, to vote in conformity, both with the constitution, and of the proposed amendment thereto, the executive authority of such State shall cause six lists of the names of the electors of the State to be made and certified, and to be delivered to the said electors on or before the day fixed by law for them to meet and vote for President and Vice-President, and the said electors shall enclose one of the said lists in each of the certificates by them made and sealed, in conformity to the provisions of this act, and of the act to which this is a supplement.
NATL. MACON. Speaker of the House of Representatives. JESSE FRANKLIN, President of the Senate, pro tempore. APPROVED, March 26, 1804. TH: JEFFERSON.
VINCENNES, (Ind. Ter.) Aug. 21. A few days since the Delaware tribe of Indians relinquished to the United States all their claim to the extensive tract of country which lies between the Ohio, Wabash, and the road leading from Post Vincennes to the great falls of the Ohio. It fronts the Ohio about 300 miles, and its acquisition by the United States, is of an immense value, as it will facilitate the establishment of extensive settlements on White river, the Wabash & the Mississippi; great part of it is first rate land; plentifully watered, & abundantly supplied with good timber.
PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 25. TRAVELLING TO NEW ORLEANS, by way of PITTSBURG. Extract of a letter from a gentleman at Pittsburg, dated Sept. 7, 1804.
"I have the pleasure of announcing to you my safe arrival here, after a very pleasant journey of less than 7 days from Philadelphia. Ladies perform this trip with much ease and safety: There were two in the stage with us.
"The horses in this line, I believe to be superior to any other on the continent, and the drivers very careful and accommodating. The Inns where the stages put up are excellent having good beds and refreshments of all kinds, accompanied with much hospitality. Their charges are truly moderate; my expenses the whole distance (320 miles) for meat, drink, lodging, and hair-dressing, amounted to only the small sum of 8 dollars 2 cents. The proprietors really merit every encouragement, and the thanks of the public. I hope your State legislature will pay some attention to this road; a small annual appropriation would keep it in excellent repair, and greatly facilitate the communication between our great eastern and western worlds. I set out in 2 days for New-Orleans, in a covered boat, and the waters being in good order, hope to be there in 20 to 25 days. The trip to Orleans will soon become as easy and familiar to us, as the travelling from Philadelphia to Boston, and quite as cheap."
NEWPORT, Thursday, Oct. 11, 1804.
On the 26th ult. a bottle was picked up on the Beach a few miles from this place, containing a roll of paper, on which the following was written, with a request that it might be made public:
"25th 7th month (July 25.) 1804. "LAURA. Capt. Newman, from Liverpool to New-York. In lat. 40. 20. lon. 71. 30. this was committed to the waves. Passengers on board said ship: Robert Sutcliff, Sheffield, England; James C. Williamson, John B. Large, Jeremiah Waidner, jun. Philadelphia; John Klinoff, Leeds, England."
Accounts from the Southward continue to furnish distressing details of the effects of the late gale. A gentleman from May River informs us that the destruction in that quarter was indeed dreadful: Independent of the loss of crops, all the cotton and negro houses, machines, &c. were completely swept off; and in many places the tide rose 9 feet higher than it was ever known during the spring tides. On Hutchinson's Island, Mr. Oliver lost 41 negroes, his overseer, wife and two children drowned—Mr. Procter ten negroes, drowned; and his daughter, Mrs. Skirving, wife of Dr. Skirving, and her young child killed, by the falling of the dwelling-house—a capital flock of cattle, ranging on this Island, were all swept off. At St. Simons, Maj. Butler lost 30 negroes; Mr. Hopkins 5 at Dawton; and accounts had been received from Broughton's Island, of the loss of 71 negroes, belonging to William Brailsford, Esq.—The elegant new dwelling-house of William Robertson, Esq. on the Main, was blown down, and the whole of his crop destroyed.
Charles Fox.
The injury done by the late storm is estimated at Savannah to amount to 350,000 dollars, and in South-Carolina to exceed a million.
According to federal statements, America is one of the greatest curiosities the world ever produced; a phenomenon equally worthy of the profound scrutiny of the philosopher, or the vacant gaze of ignorant wonder.—In short, a great political Riddle which all Europe might attempt to unravel in vain: viz.
A President, "drenching his country in blood" by averting war, and cultivating peace—evincing "infidelity," by ready attendance upon public worship, and liberal donations for the support of christianity—showing his "enmity to washington" by walking in his steps—and "degrading his country" by a system of wise and happy policy which has excited the astonishment and applause of all Europe!!!
A People, oppressed with light taxes—ruined and involved in bankruptcy by an annual saving of millions, a full treasury, and a rapid decrease of national debt—establishing a military department for want of a standing Army!—and submitting to foreign influence by treating all nations with impartial justice!!!
A small but desperate minority, exhibiting its love of order and decency, by reviling and anathematizing more than four fifths of the people, and the constituted authorities of the country—preserving the constitution by denouncing every act which flows from it, declaring "it cannot stand," and exhorting the people to "kick it to the Devil"—And shewing its "superior talents" by relinquishing argument for inflammatory declamation and insulting buffoonery—"guarding" by slander, backbiting, falsehood and sedition, and making it an engine of opposition to the rulers of the land—and glorifying christianity, by cursing all sects but its own—lusting after worldly power and enjoyments, claiming all the holiness and virtue of the land, & violating almost every command of our Saviour!!!
Repub. Farmer. *A late federal paper says, "who made to flow the streams of blood through which the nation has waded?" JEFFERSON!!
†The New-York Spectator insinuates that the republicans intend to establish a military despotism!
Great is TRUTH, and it will prevail. VERMONT ELECTION.
† We have given it as our opinion that Governor TICHENOR is re-elected by the suffrages of the people, and from that information our federal friends appear to receive much satisfaction; as we with a participation of happiness among all rational beings, we now congratulate our Republican brethren upon the ASSURANCE that we have a much larger number of Republican members in the house of Assembly this year than in any preceding year.
Spooner's Vermont Journal.
NEW-HAMPSHIRE ELECTION. The votes given in August for Representatives to Congress have been declared, and give a federal majority of 803. As this appears widely different from the statement we handed to the public, it may be necessary to observe, that a large number of votes, being illegally returned, were not counted, and that these gave a considerable Republican majority. We shall therefore, as soon as an accurate return can be made, hand to the public, a just statement of the votes given; in justice to ourselves we will do this, as we are ever anxious to present our readers with the most correct information.—Portsmouth Paper.
EUROPE.—The gleanings from the latest papers give no precise ideas of European politics. The French interest had decidedly prevailed in Prussia, and in Austria the French influence continued. In August, the French commercial agents remained at Petersburg, and the King of Sweden was busy in the affairs of Germany. Important changes in the present Germanic constitution, are apprehended. The expected disposition of the imperial cities, and of the new departments on the Rhine, leads to many interesting political enquiries. From the new state of things in France, new measures are expected in Switzerland. The destiny of Italy is uncertain. What objects are to be pursued by Russia, is not to be determined from the reports respecting the military and naval forces of this empire. The fleet and the troops intended for the Mediterranean excite no terror. The fleet of the Baltic has not passed from that sea, and the forces at home are not provided for any extraordinary operations. From Sweden and Denmark, no hostilities will commence, and the relief of the north from the present positions of the French by land, and of the English by sea, seems more seriously to be expected.
An Earthquake took place lately at Zante. It continued many minutes, with great alarm. Capt. SWAIN, arrived at New-York, from Lisbon, informs that shortly before he left that city, a frigate had sailed from that port, for France, with a CROWN for BONAPARTE, a present from the Queen of Portugal, which was said to have cost two millions sterling, being ornamented with diamonds & precious stones.
WEST-INDIES.—Gen. Dessalines has begun his march for the purpose of besieging the city of St. Domingo.—The British, it is said have blockaded the city of Aux Cayes.—The Centaur, an English 74 gun ship, in chasing a French privateer, got becalmed near Port Royal and was obliged to surrender.—In Aug. last, the Treasury at Havana, was robbed of 250,000 dollars in gold.—The London and Cork fleets arrived safe at Barbadoes.
The destruction by the late disastrous tornadoes was very extensive. In the west Indies, it has been severely felt, and of 80 odd sail of vessels, mostly American at St. Thomas & Martinico, only 6 or 7 escaped damage. The plantations of many islands were considerably injured; & the gale lasted 4 days & 4 nights. Eve-
ry arrival brings accounts of its destruction—but we cannot enter into particular circumstances. DOMESTIC.
Lient. Dalton arrived at New-York, from Cadiz, is the bearer of important dispatches for Government from Mr. Pinkney, our Minister at the Court of Madrid.
Camp-Meetings still continue to distinguish our times. A Baltimore paper tells us from good authority that at a Camp Meeting 11 miles from that city, were present 92 hacks, 93 private carriages, 85 wagons, and 38 carts. The number of tents was given at 83. The meeting on Sunday Sept. 23, consisted of 12,000. Much is said of this religious effect. The facts respecting the Assembly are fully ascertained.
MARRIED.—At Wickford, on the 27th Sept. Mr. NATHANIEL SWEET, Merchant, of this town, to Miss ELIZA TENANT, daughter of Mr. George Tenant, of North-Kingstown.
DIED.—At Charleston, (S. C.) Mr. CALEB HAZARD, son of the late Mr. George Hazard, of this town, about 22 years of age.
In this town, on the 25th ult. after a long and painful illness, which she sustained with christian fortitude, Mrs. HANNAH DAVENPORT, widow of the late Mr. Ebenezer Davenport, in the 73th year of her age.
At New-Bedford, on the 24th ult. the Rev. JOSEPH WILLARD, D. D. L. L. D. President of Harvard University, &c. 65. The solid learning and talents, the correct and dignified deportment of this excellent man, peculiarly qualified him for the important office he sustained. His death is a severe loss to the University, and is deeply deplored by all the friends of science, of virtue and religion. His last illness was sudden and severe. He was on a journey for his health, when the fatal summons arrested his return.
THEATRE—NEWPORT.
THE Public are respectfully informed, that on account of the inclemency of the weather, the performances advertised for the Benefit of Mr. & Mrs. HAYES last Evening, are postponed till this Evening, Oct. 11th.
Dry Goods at Auction.
Will be sold on Wednesday the 24th of October inst. at ten o'clock, A. M. at the Shop of John R. Shearman.
His whole Stock, consisting of Broad-Cloaths; Cambrics; Plains; Coatings; Blankets; Baizes; Flannels; Swankins; Swandowns; Turkey-downs; Toilets; Corduroy; Thicksets; worsted Hose and Gloves; Wildbores; Moreens; Shalons; Ratinets; Russells; Calimancos; Durants; Silk, Cambric, Chintz, purple and Camel's hair Shawls; men's women's silk and cotton Hose; Marseilles and Jean Waistcoats; black silk Velvet; men's and women's Satin; Florentine; Mode; Peelong; Tiffany; Silks; Sarsenets; Dimities; Mussinets; linen and cotton Cambrics; cambric, jacquet and book Muslins; men's and women's mufin Handkerchiefs; Pocket-handkerchiefs; Checks; men's silk and leather Gloves; women's silk and kid Gloves, ditto Mitts; twill'd plain and yellow Nankeens; blue, white and olive Jeans; Fustians; Gingham; Glaze; long pyle Plush; Bukram; white and black Lace; Edgings; Threads; Galicoes; and a box of hats assorted; with many other articles.
N. B. A few doz. Pen knives and Scissors.
Conditions of Sale:—Under 100 dollars, Cash: Over 100, 60 days: Over 200, 90 days: Over 300, 4 months: 600 and upwards, 6 months, with an approved endorser.
GARNER & DEAN, Auctioneers.
Newport, Oct. 10, 1804. After the 24th of October, the abovenamed Shop will be rented.—Apply to EBENEZER SNEARMAN, or JOHN R. SHEARMAN.
Ten Dollars Reward.
RAN away from the subscriber, on the 3d inst. an indentured negro boy, by the name of Peter, 19 years of age, about 5 feet high; has a lame leg, with several large scars on it—had on a round jacket and trowsers, felt hat, &c. He carried with him several articles of clothing; and went off in company with 3 other negroes. Any person who will secure him in any gaol, and give information thereof, or return him to the subscriber, shall receive the above reward, & all reasonable charges. JOHN GORTON. New-Shoreham, Oct. 9, 1804.
THE creditors of James Reed, of North-Kingstown, in the County of Washington, Laborer, are hereby notified to appear at the General Assembly at their session in Providence, in October instant, to their cause, if any they have, why the prayer of his Petition for the benefit of the act made and passed A. D. 1756, for the relief of insolvent debtors, should not be granted. TH. PECKHAM, Dep. Sec'y. Newport, October 8, 1804.
THE creditors of Samuel B. Allen, of Portsmouth in the county of Newport, Laborer, are hereby notified to appear before the General Assembly, at their next Session in Providence, on the last Monday of October instant, and there cause, if any they have, why the prayer of his Petition, praying for the benefit of the Act made and passed A. D. 1756, for the relief of insolvent debtors, should not be granted. THOMAS PECKHAM, Dep. Sec'y. Newport, October 8, 1804.
For Sale, Freight, or Charter.
THE Schooner COMMERCE, about 120 tons burthen; sails fast, and runs remarkably well. She may be fitted for sea at a small expence. If freighted or chartered, a short voyage will be preferred; and she will be put in good repair. For terms, apply to WILLIAM MOORE, jun. Newport, Sept. 27.
Fall & Winter Goods.
JAMES MUMFORD,
HAS just received from New-York & Boston, an elegant assortment of Dry GOODS, suitable for the season, which he is determined to sell as low for CASH as can be purchased in this State.
N. B. He has a handsome variety of Calicoes, from 50 to 25 Cents per yard. Newport, Oct. 10.
Strayed or Stolen,
ON the first inst. from the farm of the Hon. SAMUEL PERRY, Esq. in South-Kingstown, a DROWN MARE, five years old, between fourteen and fifteen hands high, with a remarkable curl of hair about two inches long growing on each thigh. Whoever will return the said Mare to the place from whence she was stolen or strayed, shall receive a handsome reward, and all necessary expenses paid, by
SAMUEL POWERS, of Lebanon, Con. October 9, 1804.
Newport, Oct. 8th, 1804.
WHEREAS there was presented to me, by Frederick Crary, on the sixth inst. a paper purporting to be a negotiable Note of hand, bearing date 20th July, 1799, payable at the Bank of Rhode-Island, one year after date, to John Faxon, or order, for the sum of Two Hundred Dollars, with interest; on which is indorsed the name John Faxon, and to which is affixed the name of Nicolas Gessroy, as drawer.
I therefore hereby caution all persons against receiving said paper, as I never signed the same, nor did any other person sign the same with my authority, privily or consent, either directly or indirectly. It is not necessary to represent Mr. Faxon as an unworthy man—as a man whose credits against his fellow-citizens previous to his leaving this town for Nova-Scotia, were too flagrant to leave any further confidence in his integrity in these parts. I do further declare, that said pretended Note is a Forgery, and that there are no genuine notes of mine now existing of a date prior to this, excepting one note in favor of Dyer & Eddy, of Boston, for 40 dollars—one do. in favor of William R. Robinson, of Newport, for 50 dollars—and one at the Newport Bank. NICOLAS JEFFROY.
Twenty Dollars Reward.
RAN away from the subscriber, on the 3d inst. two negro slaves, named Charles and Harry, the first 22, and the other 19 years of age. They had on when they went away round jackets, blue trowsers, and felt hats. They are both stocky built.—Charles is about 5 feet, and Harry about 5 feet and an half high. They went off together, and carried with them several articles of clothing, such as shirts, waistcoats, &c. Whoever will apprehend them, and return them to the subscriber, or lodge them in any gaol where they may be obtained, shall receive the above reward, with all reasonable expenses, or Ten Dollars for either of them.
RAY SANDS. New-Shoreham, Oct. 9, 1804.
Take Notice.
WHEREAS we the Subscribers, having been appointed by the Hon. Court of Probate of the town of Newshoreham, commissioners, to receive and examine the claims against the Estate of Capt. Edward Hull, late of Newshoreham, deceased, represented insolvent, hereby give notice, that six months from the date hereof are allowed to the creditors of the said estate, to bring in & prove their respective claims; and that we will attend for that purpose at the house of Mr. Samuel Briggs, on the first Monday in each month, at 1 o'clock, P. M.
RAY SANDS, } Commis- EZEKIEL ROSE, } sioners.
N. B. All persons indebted to said estate, are requested to make immediate payment to JOHN GORTON, } Adminr. WEEDEN HULL, } New-Shoreham, Sept. 29, 1804.
Mrs. ATKINS, (From Philadelphia)
INFORMS the inhabitants of Newport and its vicinity, that she has just opened a Store in the Carving and Gilding line, in Thames-street, near the Theatre, where she has for sale a handsome assortment of
Prints & Looking-Glasses.
Prints and Pictures, framed and glazed, with neatness.—Old Frames re-gilt, so as to make them look as well as new, on the most reasonable terms. As she is going to the Southward, her stay will be short here:—Therefore, those who wish any thing in her line, will please apply soon. Newport, Oct. 10. 6w.
SECOND CALL.
IT TWO weeks since we gave public notice, that Four Years had elapsed since the establishment of this paper; and earnestly requested such of our subscribers as were in arrears, to settle the same. We now repeat the request with still greater earnestness; and hope that a Third Call will be rendered unnecessary.—When our patrons are informed, that we have at this moment more than One Thousand uncollected accounts scattered through the State; and that upon these we must rely for payment of stock, labor, &c. they will not be surprised at our solicitude. And notwithstanding many of our demands may appear in themselves trivial and diminutive, they are to us of the utmost importance, and will, in the aggregate, amount to a formidable sum. To such as have been kind enough to notice our request, we tender our hearty thanks. October 11.
Now in the press, and speedily will be published at this Office, the Rhode-Island Almanack, for 1805.

From the COLUMBIAN REPOSITORY.
GRATITUDE.
FAIR Gratitude deserves our praise— A virtue hidden in our days: Few know its force, and few practise That virtue born in yonder skies. Self is the centre where we move— Our self is all we dearly love; And yet a kindness we expect From some we treat with base neglect; The sentimental mind can tell The praise that springs from acting well; But where the selfish passions spring, The other virtues take the wing; Kindness for those who've done us good, Is for this virtue understood; Mere smiling words and smooth address, With which the artful all caress, Cannot to Gratitude pretend— As well the knave we might commend. Give me that fine exalted soul, Whom dirty passions ne'er control; In such an one I'm sure to find A lovely genuine grateful mind.
[Last week's Omission.]
COMMUNICATION.
"DIED" —On the 26th of Sept. after a long and painful illness, at his house in Point-Judith, in the 51st year of his age, the Hon'ble SAMUEL J. POTTER, Esq., one of the Senators of this State in the Congress of the United States.—To say of Mr. Potter that he was an intelligent and upright man, a firm patriot, and a true friend to his country, is no more than an honest tribute due to his memory. His numerous acquaintance who knew his worth, can fully attest the one, and the public, by whom he has so often been preferred to office, have already declared the other.—He was, at an early period of his life, elected to a seat in the Legislature of this State, and a Brigadier General in the militia; and was from that time successively a member of one of the branches of the Legislature, 'till '89, when he was elected a member of the Convention, which ratified the Constitution of the United States.—Afterwards, in 1790, he was elected Lieutenant Governor of this State, which office he held excepting one year 'till 1803, when he resigned, having been, before that time, elected a Senator of the United States.—In every situation of life, he has always discharged his trust faithfully, and given satisfaction to his Country.—But alas! he is cut off by death in the midst of his usefulness.—In him, the State has lost an able legislator—his country a firm patriot—his acquaintance an esteemed friend—his wife an affectionate Husband—and his children a tender and an endearing parent. He died as he lived, an honest man, and a sincere believer in the truths of the Gospel. His pains and afflictions he bore with fortitude, and met his dissolution with the resignation of a christian.
Rhodes & Hammond
HAVE FOR SALE, (Wholesale and Retail) JAMAICA spirits 4th proof, Cognac Brandy 4th do. Barcelona do. 4th do. Holland Geneva, Havana brown, Do. white, Loaf 1st and 2d quality, & } SUGARS, Lump Hylon, Souchong, } TEAS of the & Bohea } first quality Coffee, Pepper, Pimento, Ginger, Mustard, Nutmegs, Allum, Saltpetre, Benninghove's Snuff, Superfine Flour, Glass Ware, A few bales Cotton Wool of an excellent quality, 20 Barrels Mess & Prime Beef & Pork, &c. &c. Newport, June 7, 1804. 92
Just published, and for sale at this Office, (price 12 1/2 Cts. single—and 1 Dol. per doz.)
Oppressed Humanity!
OR A Picture of the Distresses of the People of IRELAND: Portrayed by the matchless Eloquence of CURRAN, and the unrivalled Oratory of ROBERT EMMETT."
FOR SALE BY
SAMUEL VERNON, jun. FRESH superfine Richmond FLOUR.—a few Hds. of James River sweet scented mountain TOBACCO.—Cognac Brandy.—Holland Geneva.—Verdigrease,—and Loaf SUGAR. Newport, Feb. 9, 1804. 75
Fashionable Bonnets.
JUST received, a variety of Dunstable, Chip, and Leghorn Bonnets, and Gipsey Hats—on the most reasonable terms.—By WM. C. BAEN. N. B. Silk Gloves, 5s. per pair—Also, a variety of English GOODS, as usual—Cheaper than ever. Newport, August 29, 1804.
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 Manton, 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, sd. Newport, April 3, 1804. 79 1/2
John & Henry Cahoon
Have for sale at their Store on Banister's Wharf, FOURTH proof JAMAICA RUM, HOLLAND GENEVA, ALICANT BRANDY, SUPERFINE FLOUR, RYE & BUCK WHEAT, do. POWDER, per cask, SHOT, by the bag, ROSIN, by the bbl. Ship and Pilot BREAD, by the quantity, Ready made COLOURS, different kinds.
SAMUEL JAMES
HAS FOR SALE, A T his Paper Hanging Manufactory, which is in the House he now occupies, opposite to Mr. Lewis Peck's, on the West-Side of the Bridge, Providence, a great variety of House Paper and Bordering, of the newest and most elegant Figures at wholesale and retail, on as good terms as can be purchased in America. A generous credit given to those who purchase by the quantity for retailing. N. B. The above is printed on good paper, and the work well executed, by and under the direction of a workman from Europe. April 2, 1804. 183
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, and on as reasonable terms as can be bought in this Town. Constant attendance will be given and the smallest favor acknowledged. Stove Pipes, either of Tin or Sheet-Iron, made with dispatch. * * * Cash, and the highest price, given for old Pewter and Lead. Newport, Oct. 27. 160
C. Taber & Wm. Gardner,
Have for Sale, FORTY Hds. Sugar, part of which is of the 1st quality for retailing. 12 Hds. & 60 bags Coffee, A few Hds. old Demerara Rum, Several quarter casks old Sherry Wine, And 2500 bushels Turks-Island Salt, part of it very coarse and white, suitable for Dairies. Newport, July 26, 1804. 99
William Douglass,
At the Head of Broad-Street, HAS constantly for sale, a general Assortment of West-India and other GOODS. Fresh ESSENCE of SPRUCE, per gallon or quart. One ton FLAX of various qualities. This day received 1000 weight clean FLAX. * * * CASH, and Two Pence half Penny per pound, given for Cotton and Linen RAGS.
For Charleston (S. C.)
THE fast sailing ship ANGERONIA, William Church, Master; will sail on the 21st of October next.—For freight or passage, having excellent accommodations, apply to the Master on board, at Stevens' wharf, or to BENJAMIN CHURCH, Newport, Sept. 25.
JOSEPH BRIGGS
HAS for sale, 50 barrels best mess and prime PORK and BEEF.—Also, a few Hds. first quality retailing MOLASSES. Likewise, 100 or 1200 weight of excellent Hogs LARD. Newport, February 23. 177 1/2 To be Sold by
JOSEPH LYON,
150 Barrels Tar, 150 Barrels Pitch. Newport, June 6, 1804. 92
MEDITERRANEAN PASSPORTS.
Notice is hereby given, that it has been deemed expedient to change the form of the Mediterranean Passport issued to vessels of the United States; that from the eighth day of July next, those of the new form will be issued at the custom houses to every vessel, for which application may be made on a compliance with the terms prescribed by law and surrendering the former passport of which she may be possessed, if any, in which latter case no fees will be required for the exchange: and that by an arrangement agreed upon by the Barbary powers, with whom we are at peace, either the old or the new form of passport will be sufficient to protect the vessels of the United States, from capture until the 1st of July 1805, after which the old form of passport will be unavailable and the new one alone in use. Department of State, } 23d of May, 1804. } 6m
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 29, 1804.
BENEDICT SMITH
Has for sale, Tar, Rosin, and Turpentine, By the 100 bbls, or less quantity. Newport, April 4, 1804. 83
ISAAC AUSTIN,
Has removed to the Store lately occupied by Wm. R. Wilder, nearly opposite John F. Townsend's, and next door North of Gibbs & Channing's where he offers for sale, a variety of ENGLISH, INDIA, & GROCERY GOODS, of the latest Importations, procured at the best Markets, and which will be sold at moderate prices, for Cash or approved Credit.—Among the Articles lately received, and just opened, are
SUPERFINE, second-best, and common Broadcloths. Do. do. Cassimeres. A variety of silk and cotton, striped, plain and mix'd Cassimeres, Nankeens and Velvets. 4-4 and 6-4 coloured and white, glazed & plain Cambricks. India Book-Muslin, and Book Handkerchiefs. Do. do. Scotch do. A variety of Gloves and Hosiery. Barcelons and common, black and coloured, silk Handkerchiefs. 2 bales India Cottons. Latest fringes, Persians, Bengals and Linens. An assortment of kid, Morocco, calf-skin and stuff Shoes. A great variety of English and American manufactured Hats, from one dollar to six dollars. Cotton Yarn, cotton stripes and cotton Bed-Ticks, as usual. LIKEWISE, Young-hyson, hyson-skin, souchong and bohea Teas, loaf and brown Sugars. Cotton and wool Cards. 1 cask assorted metal Tea-Pots. He desires to merit the favors of his customers. Newport, 9th Month 19, 1804.
Carding Wool.
THE Public are notified, that JONATHAN NICHOLS and JOSEPH CUNDALL have erected Machines for breaking and carding into Rolls Sheeps Wool, at the Mills of said Cundall in Portsmouth, on this Island. Those who wish to have their wool broken or carded, may depend on having the Work done well, and with Dispatch. After the Wool has been duly picked and greased, with one Pound of soft Grease or Oil to from 10 to 16 Pounds of Wool, it should be sent in Sheets or Blankets, in which the Rolls may be packed and transported to any distance without injury. NICHOLS & CUNDALL. Portsmouth July 3, 1804.
Henry Moore, & Co.
HAVE for sale cheap for Cash or approved Notes on either of the Banks, 20 Hds. Jamaica Spirits, 6 Ditto. St. Croix Rum, Ditto. Hollands Gin, Ditto. Brandy, 20 Boxes Sugar, 30 Bags Ditto, 60 Bbls. Flour, Benninghove's Snuff, All kinds of Teas, Casks of Raisins, &c. &c. Likewise, a great variety of Dry Goods, with a handsome assortment of Cutlery, &c. Newport, August 15th, 1804.
Evening School.
THE Subscriber purposes to commence his Evening School on Monday, the first of October ensuing. The best accommodations may be had for youth of both sexes; and strict attention paid to their different literary pursuits. JASON SPRAGUE. Newport, Sept. 27, 1804.
For Sale at this Office,
WEBSTER'S and Alden's Spelling-Books, by the doz. or single—Bibles, Testaments, Preceptors, Dwight's Geography, Columbian Orator; an assortment of Account-Books, Writing, Cyphering and Memorandum Books, Letter Paper, Wafers, Quills, Lead Pencils, &c. A few copies of the Charter of the Newport Bank, and the Rhode-Island Insurance Company, may be had as above. Also, Blanks for Notes of Hand, and Checks on the Newport Bank; Blank Deeds, Justice and County Court Writs and Executions, Postage Bills, Manifests, Bills of Sale, Bills of Lading, & Seamen's Journals.
MEIN & ROGERS
Have for sale at their Store, head of Banister's Wharf, Thames-Street.
JAMAICA RUM per Hhd. Amsterdam Geneva per pipe, Spanish Brandy per ditto, Cognac ditto per ditto, Tar per bbl. Flour (superfine) per bbl. Coffee, W. I. and Bourbon, best quality, Madeira & other Wines per qr. cask. Also, a general assortment of GROCERIES wholesale and retail at the lowest prices. N. B. A Consignment of Trunks and Paper Hangings. Newport, May 23. 159 1/2
French Town Catholic Seminary Lottery.
THE public are informed that the above Lottery will positively commence drawing at East-Greenwich on the first Monday of December next.
THOMAS FRY, PARDON TILLINGHAST, } Managers. GEORGE CARD. East Greenwich, September 3d, 1804. * * * Tickets in the above Lottery, at two dollars 50 cents each, may be had at this Office.
Doctor Nortrop's
CELEBRATED Patent Bitters, for the cure of the Jaundice and all bilious complaints for sale at this Office—Price 50 Cents per Box.
WATCHES.
A CONSIGNMENT of four dozen Silver WATCHES, remarkably cheap for cash, or approved credit, just received, and for sale by WALTER CORNELL. N. B. They are well calculated for country traders. Newport, Sept. 6, 1804.
PATENT CHIP FOR BONNETS.
THE Subscriber having purchased of the Patentee the exclusive Right of making and vending the Patent Chip in and for the State of Rhode-Island, hereby cautions and forbids any Person or Persons either making or vending said Chip for Bonnets, within said State of Rhode-Island, on Penalty of the Law of the United States in such Case made and provided—unless they have been duly and previously authorized by the Subscriber for making or vending the same. Twenty Dollars Reward will be given, by the Subscriber, to any Person who may discover, and produce satisfactory Proof, of any Person or Persons making or vending the aforesaid Chip within the State of Rhode-Island. JONATHAN NICHOLS. N. B. Mr. WILLIAM DOUGLASS, & Messrs. CHARLES COGGESHALL and Co. being appointed Agents for vending said chip for the Town of Newport, will keep a constant Supply at their Stores for Sale. Newport, July 3, 1804.
VALUABLE BOOKS.
For sale by O. FARNSWORTH, THE RHODE-ISLAND Clerk's MAGAZINE, Or, CIVIL OFFICER'S ASSISTANT: CONTAINING, FORMS of Writings, useful to every Member of Society, and more especially necessary in the business of Conveyancers, Justices of the Peace, Courts of Probate, Town Councils, Coroners, Sheriffs, Deputy-Sheriffs, Town-Sergeants, Constables, Overseers of the Poor, Executors, Administrators, Guardians, &c. Price of, bound in sheep—10/6 in calf. Also,—(price 50 Cents.) The School-Master's Assistant, By NATHAN DABOLL.
Hard Ware, Stationary, &c.
DAVID MELVILL, jun. RESPECTFULLY informs his friends, that he has just received a very handsome assortment of Hard-Ware, Cutlery, Ironmongery, Japaned Ware, Cabinet Furniture, Stationary, &c. &c. Also, Deep sea Lines and Leads, hand do. Fishing Lines, Bed-Cords, and Clothes-Lines. Also, New-York Manufactured TOBACCO and SNUFF Consisting of Negro-Head; Pigtail; Ladies' Twist, & cut Tobacco; Maccabaw and Scotch SNUFF, of the first quality, at the Manufactory prices. * * * Cash given for Lead. Newport, June 27, 1804. 140 1/2
For Sale,
A FEW casks of superior Sherry WINE.—Enquire of the Printer. Newport, August 30th, 1804.
Just published, and for sale at this Office, and at the Post-Office in Providence, AN
ORATION,
On the Cession of LOUISIANA to the United States, delivered at CHARLESTON (S. C.) on the 12th of May 1804, By DAVID RAMSAY, M. D. Author of the History of the American Revolution, &c. &c. Also, a few copies of Mr. DAVID A. LEONARD'S ORATION, on the same subject, delivered at Raynham, (Mass.)
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, Sept. 20, 1804.
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. 75. cxii
At Wm. BRIDGES' ACADEMY,
YOUTH are earnestly and expeditiously taught the English Language, Writing, Arithmetic, Book-Keeping, Geography and Mathematics; where the strictest Attention is paid to the Morals of his Pupils. Private Tuition. His Evening SCHOOL has commenced:—The hours are from 6 till 9 o'clock. A convenient HOUSE, consisting of two Parlours and two or three Chambers, in a central part of the town, WANTED. Newport, Sept. 19, 1804.
* * * Tickets in the Warwick Channel and Road Lottery (One Thousand Dollars highest Prize) for sale by O. FARNSWORTH.