Rhode-Island Republican (Newport, R.I.), 1804-09-06 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,) Town-Street, NEWPORT.
For the RHODE-ISLAND REPUBLICAN.
(Of the Western Insurrection, &c. concluded from our last.)
MY first object shall be, to show that these meetings were in themselves lawful. In order for this, let us turn to the hundredth page of Mr. Findley's history of that insurrection with which these meetings are supposed to have been connected.
I will now proceed to show that Mr. Gallatin's conduct when attending these meetings, was far from being either treasonable or in the least degree criminal. To effect this, I must again have recourse to the history last quoted for authority.
crime on account of his conduct relative to the insurrection which happened in the four western counties of Pennsylvania in 1794.
If in writing this long defence of Mr. Gallatin's character, against the above mentioned charge in the Newport Mercury, it were my only object to prove his innocence to the satisfaction of those who are ready and willing to receive the truth,
There are two other objections to the above inserted extracts, which now remain to be considered. These objections apply equally to the whole of the extracts, and are so closely connected, that I find it convenient to consider them together.
tracts already inferred in these sheets. The peculiar circumstances however with which they were related, remain to be noticed. But before we proceed further it may be well to shew, in what light the acknowledged friends of government viewed the conduct of the author of this history, relative to that insurrection in which he tells us he was reported to have been concerned.
But first let us enquire, whether we have no other authority than that of the commissioners by which to establish the character and reputation of the author of this history.
What then will the accusers of Mr. Gallatin say? Will they say that the account which Mr. Findley has given of the declaration of the district Judge & Attorney of the district of Pennsylvania, concerning the legality of the meetings, is not true?
ence, observation, and a profound knowledge of human nature have established, by which to discover the truth, our opinions will be wholly regulated by our passions, and we shall in every instance believe whatever we will to be true,
But if the accusers of Mr. Gallatin will, contrary to every principle of common sense and of common charity, endeavor by their assertions, without any evidence to support them, to impress the public with a belief, that Mr. Findley, under all these circumstances has not related the truth,
A certain anonymous writer in the Stockbridge "Star," who styled himself Laco, some time ago advanced a charge against Mr. Gallatin, similar to that which appeared in the Newport Mercury of the date above mentioned.

to be free from every kind of criminality, with regard to the above mentioned INSURRECTION. From the foregoing premises I infer, that if the writer in the "Star," who filed himself Laco, had had it in his power to have obtained any evidence to show, that the truth of the history now in question had ever been denied by the above mentioned honorable & illustrious characters, he would undoubtedly have possessed himself of that evidence, and have communicated it to the public, for their inspection; that if any such denial ever had been made, there can be no doubt but that it would have been in his power to have obtained evidence of it; because the greater part of those who must necessarily have been the authors of such a denial were then, and are still living; and that if no such denial ever was made, the presumption is violent, that the relation which Mr. Findley has given of what was said by the District Attorney of the District of Pennsylvania and the Attorney General of the United States, concerning Mr. GALLATIN's innocence, is incontrovertibly true, and consequently that the above mentioned charge in the Newport Mercury, originated either in IGNORANCE, or in MALICE.
July 1804. WILLIAM TELL. For the RHODE ISLAND REPUBLICAN.
MR. FARNWORTH. OBSERVING a piece in the Newport Mercury of the 25th inst. under the signature of "Mechanic," and knowing him to be a bungler by his bad joints and rough work, a natural consequence to one who does not comprehend the use of the plumb and square, I sat myself down with an intention of correcting some of his blunders; many of them, however, I found so baselessly false, that I thought they would go far towards exposing his great ignorance as a writer, and destroying his name and reputation as a mechanic. The very first observation of his "worthy friend & brother mechanic" is, no less worthy of notice; he insinuates that the change of administration has been a ruinous one to Newport: Had he said, a ruinous one to himself, I should not have been so ready to have doubted the truth of it, as he may have lately, by means of the change, unwillingly vacated a good fat Office, or effectually destroyed his hopes of getting one; and as he is not very desirous of returning to his old trade for a livelihood—he goes on in the decline of business, and not as he represents it, business being on the decline.
In America, if a man is honest & industriously disposed, he can always support himself and family. It is not with us as it is with the oppressed Irish, who have taxation upon taxation, and alien and sedition laws to strive against. Are not the same laws in force now for the preservation and protection of trade and commerce as were three years ago? Have not our merchants and Citizens the same opportunity as then? Are not our own manufactures still more encouraged by heavier duties upon foreign importations? "Mechanic" may then say, that it is this duty that cramps our trade. It is not the importer or merchant who pays this duty, but the consumer. It is of very little importance then to the merchant how great forsooth the duty may be, provided he can sell his goods and realize his customary profits. Are we not as numerous and more so than we were three years ago? Are there not more houses—more merchants—mechanics, and laborers, than at that period? And as for confidence in Government, (which he had better said nothing about) at what time of Mr. Adams' administration, I would ask, were there 15 seventenths of the States harmonizing exactly with the General Government! and only two in direct opposition! He reminds me of a mad man who considered the whole world wrong while he only was in the right. Mr. "Mechanic" has no faith in Mr. Jefferson, because forsooth Mr. Jefferson has no faith in him. He talks of "internal harmony and prosperity" of the town. He ought to know that it is not the town, no more than such miserable beings as himself, that will conduct to the harmony and prosperity of it;—far from it. It is the benevolent, industrious, enterprising citizen, that contributes to the felicity and welfare of the place in which he may reside. It is true, by the decease of a late industrious citizen, our commerce has in some degree lessened for a while; and for this the insidious must make his complaint to the Supreme Being, and not to Mr. Jefferson. The gradual decline, however, of a human traffic is another very great reason why our trade has so much decreased of late years. This commerce, in which a great part of our commercial Citizens were engaged, has become quite unpopular & much restrained. The West-India trade, which was our next greatest source of profit, and which relied principally on that, in consequence of its rapid decline, has become quite trifling, in comparison to what it formerly was. For some other vent will be found for the merchant's enterprising genius, which will supply the place of these. As for the "happy days," which he talks so much about, they were confined, I strongly suspect, to the time the British were in quiet possession of our Isle. He may then indeed have fattened, as he would like to again, on the spoils of his fellow-citizens. This was his "broad basis" on which he boasted to have once stood, and on which his contracted soul expected to have "remained permanent." Money & provisions, says he, were then plenty. And every body knows that at that time, there was more work called for by the British, than all the inhabitants could perform; and that was to drive them out for their inhuman practices; and this was not confined to a single day, or a single week, or a single job, or a single year: For many individuals were confined in prison, prison-ships, and dungeons, for years;—and still more "went supperless to bed, or heard the cries of his wife and children," without being able to assist them in the least. These were the days of good King George, to which Mr. "Mechanic" must have had reference, when "every body was growing rich" (meaning him-
self) from the highest class to the lowest. Here Mr. "Mechanic" talks like a Land-Lord. His noble thro's cannot contain themselves when talking to the swinish multitude, the "lowest class;" and as to his appealing to the experience of those who get their bread by the sweat of their brow, I am equally as willing, provided they are only honest, and do not get their bread by sweat of lying—whether "a change of men and measures have in the least tended to the ruin of this State" or any other State.
The greater part of the citizens of this State are farmers, and it is no way to ruin a man's purse, or a nation's, by reducing the taxation, or expenses of it. And as for the foreigners whom he talks about, when he means citizens of other States only, I am full as willing as he is to welcome them to our shores, provided they do not any of them insult our citizens, or violate our laws; and as to their wealth's giving energy to business here, it is all a tale. If we had none but strangers to give life to trade, Mr. "Mechanic" would then have very good reason to complain, except he should get his "Boarding House" full, and then trade and commerce would be in a very prosperous state with him to be sure. Money and provisions would be plenty, and we should all be growing rich again fast. Business then would not be confined to a single day, or a single job, but to a single "Mechanic." Newport might then well be called the Garden of Eden—the Paradise of America. But alas for Mr. "Mechanic," his situation is otherwise. As for strangers shunning us, it is utterly false; had he said a certain stranger, who has proved himself to be as great a scoundrel as ever went uncropped, he would have been for the first time in his whole lamentation right. They may shun his "boarding house," and with good reason on their side; for whoever shuns him, shuns a Parson, a Merchant, a Bankrupt, a Lawyer, and a Landlord, united in one—a knave at all trades. But every individual who knows any thing, will confess that there have been and still are as many strangers among us at present as do generally visit us in this season of the year. Nor are they persecuted either with "envenomed malignity," or "inveterate hatred," but on the contrary, are treated with renowned New-England hospitality and kindness.
Need I go on refuting every sentence of his, by proving that there are as many houses built the last year as have been since his good friends the British destroyed one half of the town. And as for idleness, he had better for an example (if he is a real "Mechanic," which I very much doubt) go about his business, and not strive to set his neighbors house on fire, that in the general confusion he may escape with the contents of it. I consider Mr. "Mechanic" as one of the "dissatisfied among us" who is "sickening with envy at our growing prosperity, and thirsting for places of honor and profit," to the attainment of which, he would sell his liberty, his country, and his God. CORRECTOR QUIZ. Newport, Aug. 29.
From the TRENTON TRUE AMERICAN.
RELIGIOUS INTELLIGENCE.
In answer to sundry questions proposed in the Salem (Massachusetts) Register, as to the character, influence, and patronage of the CAMP MEETINGS which are now very common in the Southern States, with people of different religious persuasions, a Mr. WILLIAM GUIREY, who appears to be a preacher of the gospel, has published a statement in the (Georgia) Farmer's Gazette, from which we extract the following information on this interesting subject:
As to the character of the Camp Meetings—the writer describes them as composed of a multitude of virtuous individuals, with some vicious characters among them—he says, "there have been some instances of improper conduct, but it is very difficult to know the perpetrators" —that they deem such characters no more a reproach to the Camp Meetings, than they do the worship of the Sons of God in consequence of the Devil's presence—Job 1, 6.
The writer's description of the influence of these Meetings, must be highly gratifying to every virtuous mind:
"It was expected, at their commencement, that every remaining dreg of party zeal would by them be destroyed among the Ministers and People of the different denominations; and that laudable design has been in some degree effected. —Bigots have abandoned their narrow contracted sentiments, and acknowledged that others might be pious without being called by their names, or agreeing with them in christian doctrine or discipline. The influence they have had upon others is surprising—Deists have become admirers of divine revelation—Drunkards have learned and practiced the doctrines of sobriety—Profane Swearers have learned to reverence the name of God with profound reverence—those who profaned the sabbath-day now keep it holy —Libertines are reformed—the Proud, humbled —the Envious, love their neighbors—the Malicious, seek the welfare of Mankind—those who possessed the cruel disposition of the wolf, now enjoy the meekness of the lamb—Many who were a disgrace to the human race, a reproach to their families, and a scandal to themselves, have, at these Meetings, been reformed, and become respectable husbands, parents, neighbors, citizens and Americans. —Persons of every description have experienced the influence of these Meetings; old and young, rich and poor, bond and free, black and white, the philosopher and rustic, the scholar and the ignoramus, the magistrate and the private citizen, physicians, lawyers, merchants, mechanics, & farmers, have experienced the good effects of them. Their influence has extended to members of the judiciary and militia. Thousands in this State, who neither feared God or regarded man, have since the introduction of these meetings learned to "fear God and work righteousness." Such has been, and still continues to be, the influence of the Camp Meetings;
ings; which should induce every virtuous American to say with the Psalmist, "O that men would praise the Lord, for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!" or, in the language of Moses, (substituting America for Israel) "Happy art thou, O America! who is like unto thee, O People saved of the Lord!"
With regard to the patronage of these Meetings, the writer says:
"It is sufficient to answer the purposes intended. The Ministers of every denomination attended without receiving any compensation whatever, unless it be the satisfaction of seeing the prosperity of the Redeemer's kingdom; every man attends at his own expence; money is not required, neither is it necessary; all the patronage that is sought for is the presence of him who visited Jacob at Bethel, and this they generally receive.—If the Salem writer suppose any thing of a political nature is introduced at these meetings, he labors under a great mistake; I do not recollect I ever heard a single sentence on that subject from minister or people.
"The inhabitants of this state travel 20, 30, or 40 miles to attend the meetings with the greatest part of their families, among these are the principal or first characters. Near 200 wagons, many coaches, chairs and carts, have been on the ground; the number of persons has on some occasions been estimated at between 12 and 15 thousand, and some hundreds have been converted at a meeting, as will appear by the increase of the different churches—the increase of the Baptists, has been between three and four thousand—the Methodists (I believe) about 2000 and a very great increase among the Presbyterians, &c.
"Notwithstanding the ridicule of infidels, the scoffs of the wicked and the weakness of the well-meaning part of the community, these things compel us to say—"The Lord hath done great things for us, whereof we ought to be glad."
"These things have taken place under the administration of Mr. Jefferson, the man who has been represented to us as an Infidel; and the very people who are averse to his administration, live in the enjoyment of those blessings, his administration as a secondary cause, procured for them.—That we enjoy many blessings under his wife and virtuous administration, cannot be denied; and as if Almighty God intended forever to silence the calumny of his enemies, he has poured out his spirit among the people in a manner unknown before in America: Happy with such a Government, we live to see and hear things our ancestors knew little of." (Signed,) WILLIAM GUIREY.
Directions for purifying a loaded ship without moving the Cargo.
Take a cask that will hold 100 gallons or more, with one head out—set it below in any part of the vessel—put into this cask one bushel of unslacked lime—add to this 60 gallons of boiling water, after dissolving 30 pounds of pot and pearl ashes therein—this should be done as quick as possible—then shut the hatches and make the ship tight—in this situation let the vessel remain until the next day, and then discharge the air by means of the air pump Ventilator. By this time the lime will be settled in the cask, and the water or lye will be very clear—slip it out carefully and after having drawn the boxes off one of the ship's pumps, send it through that channel into the pumps well.
Too little attention is paid to the cleanliness of vessels on their going out. If they are sent out clean and are well ventilated during the voyage, they cannot be very impure on their return. By the above mentioned process, used before and after every voyage, there is little doubt but vessels might be kept perfectly sweet, pure and wholesome.
INSURGENCY.
From the Lycoming Gazette, August 16.
Our accounts from Tioga are of a very alarming nature. It appears those assassins & incendiaries are determined to go on, in opposition to the laws and authority of the State. Threats have been publicly made by a person or persons residing in that county, that they will have a fresh hide (meaning the skin of a Pennsylvanian, or persons leaving from the Pennsylvanians,) in the course of a few days—they also declare that they will take the Governor's life before the first of October, &c. When such are the threats of those men, what are the settlers who oppose their proceedings to expect—plunder and massacre.—Justice and mercy cry aloud for the interference of Government, and unless the measures of the Executive are prompt and energetic, those villains will be suffered to remain in quiet possession of property to which they have no just claim whatever.
Fashionable Bonnets.
JUST received, a variety of Dunstable, Chip, and Leghorn Bonnets, and Gipsey Hats—on the most reasonable terms.—By Wm. C. BAERN.
N. B. Silk Gloves, 5s. per pair—Also, a variety of English GOODS, as usual—Cheaper than ever. Newport, August 29, 1804.
For Sale.
A FEW casks of superior Sherry WINE.—Enquire of the Printer. Newport, August 30th, 1804.
To be Sold at Public Auction,
ON Monday the 10th September, 11 o'clock A. M. the SOW MARY, barthen about 100 tons, as she now lies at the Wharf of Capt. Freeman Mayberry.—She will positively be sold to the highest bidder. Newport, Aug. 29, 1804.
Thirty Dollars Reward.
DESERTED last night from Fort Adams in the harbor of Newport, the three following soldiers, viz. George Abbott, born in the town of Palmer, county of Smithfield, State of Massachusetts, thirty-two years of age, six feet high, fair complexion, grey eyes, short black hair—had on a round castor hat, half worn, nankkeen round about jacket, white dimity vest, nankkeen trowsers made wide at the bottom, and cotton stockings.—
Russell Smub, twenty-four years of age, born in the town of Watertown, State of Connecticut, five feet 8 or 9 inches high, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown hair—had on a wool hat, nankkeen round about jacket, white dimity vest and nankkeen trowsers.—
Seth Robbins, born in the town of Plymouth, county of Henrico, State of Massachusetts, aged thirty-four years, five feet nine inches high, fair complexion, hazel eyes, short black hair, had on a round wool hat, roundabout jacket made out of a blanket, and dyed black, white Marselles vest, one pair blue cloth trowsers and old shoes; has a wife and family living in Taunton.—They all went off in a boat with two spirit-fails.
Whosoever takes up and secures said deserters in any Gaol, or delivers them to any military officer of the United States, or to the commanding officer of this Garrison, shall receive the above reward, or Ten Dollars for each, with all reasonable expences.
LLOYD BEALL, Capt. Commanding. Fort Wolcott, Aug. 20, 1804.
Take Notice.
WILL be leased out at Public Vendue, on Tuesday, the 25th day of September, at the house of Elizabeth Durfee, on the premises, at two of the clock, P. M. that beautiful and pleasant place, late the property of Oliver Durfee, Esq. deceased—containing 154 acres of excellent land, with a convenient two story dwelling house, new crib, an excellent well of water, and a fine young orchard. Said place will be leased for two or three years, and is one of the pleasantest places on the island. Also, will be sold at said Vendue, sundry articles of household furniture, farming utensils, and some live stock, if not previously disposed of at private sale.—Conditions of sale, and lease, to be made known at the time and place.
ELIZABETH DURFEE. Middletown, August 29, 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 Revolutions, &c. &c.
We trust that every person, without any regard to party, will give this Oration a candid and an attentive perusal, especially when it is considered that the subject on which it was delivered is of the most interesting nature to this country, and by a man distinguished for his talents, knowledge, probity, and patriotism. It is said, that of the vast concourse of Citizens who heard this inimitable Address pronounced, there was scarcely an individual who did not go home fully convinced, that the ACQUISITION OF LOUISIANA was a wise, just, and necessary measure; and we believe any person who reads it, with a mind open to conviction, if he has any doubts on the subject, will have them removed.
WE the Subscribers being appointed by the Hon. Court of Probate for the town of Tiverton, to receive and adjust the claims upon the estate of Samuel Durfee, late of Tiverton, deceased, yeoman, represented insolvent; hereby give notice, that we will attend on the first Monday in July, and the five following months, from 10 till 2 o'clock, P. M. at the office of Thomas Durfee, Esq. in said Tiverton, for the purpose aforesaid.
THOMAS DURFEE, BENJAMIN HOWLAND, } Commissioners. Tiverton, June 6th, 1804.
For Sale at this Office,
WEBSTER'S and Alden's Spelling-Books, by the doz. or single—Bibles, Testaments, Preceptors, D'wights Geography, Columbian Orator; an assortment of Account Books, Writing, Cyphering and Memorandum Books, Letter Paper, Waters, 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, Portage Bills, Manifests, Bills of Sale, Bills of Lading, & Seamen's Journals.
For Sale,
SIXTY-TWO Shares in the stock of the Rhode-Island Insurance Company.—Enquire of NATHANIEL SWEET, & Co. Newport, Aug. 21, 1804.
Two Cents Reward.
RAN away from the Subscriber, on the twenty-first inst. an indented Negro woman by the name of Suke Remington, about twenty-two years of age. Whosoever will take up said negro and return her to the subscriber shall receive the above reward, and no charges paid. All persons are hereby forbid harboring or trusting said negro on the penalty of the law. EDWARD COOK. Portsmouth, August 22d, 1804.
BONNET PAPERS of the nicest kind, by wholesale or retail, at this Office.

The following has been handed for publication by captain Nathaniel Williams, of the brig Sally arrived at Baltimore.
TO CAPTAIN WILLIAMS.
Sir, In case you are boarded by any British man of war, you will have the complaisance to deliver over these four men to their service. My ship, the little Cornelia, of New-York, was boarded August 6, by his Majesty's ship of war Leander, within 5 miles of Sandy Hook, who manned me and ordered me for Halifax. Having been at sea 70 days (from Rochfort) and not knowing whether we were at peace or war, I deemed it advisable to re-take my ship. If you should meet with no British cruiser, you will please deliver the men to the English consul at Baltimore.
I remain sir yours, &c. CALEB HARRISON.
Just as I came up with the above vessel, the Englishmen were on the point of making an effort to regain possession of the ship, which my appearance prevented. The ship shewing signals of distress, I sent my boat on board, and brought four of the Englishmen, whom I have since delivered to the British consul in Baltimore.
Off the Capes, 6 leagues, saw a wreck, her mast heads just out of water, which appeared to be a schooner, but it blowing fresh, could not go near her.
NATHANIEL WILLIAMS.
Master of the brig Sally of Boston.
From AMSTERDAM. It appears from Dutch papers received to the 30th June, under the Paris head of 25th June, that Georges and 11 others were guillotined in the fore part of the day—that those 3 which were condemned to death and to whom the Emperor has extended his mercy, have been condemned to be confined in the State's Prison for four years and after that to be transported; that Judge Polignac, has also been sentenced to 2 years imprisonment:—It further adds "General Moreau is on his passage to the United States of America." [Portsmouth Oracle.]
St. DOMINGO.
We learn from Captain Perry, of the schrs. Lively from the City of Santo Domingo, that no attack had been made on that place by the indigenous army under Dessalines, nor was such an event expected, the troops being stationed at a considerable distance. The island throughout was tranquil. An uninterrupted intercourse was permitted to American vessels by the British blockading squadron, who were stationed there for the avowed purpose of intercepting a French fleet which was daily expected with reinforcements.
Extract of a letter from a gen.leman at Wythe Court House (Vir.) to his friend in Frederick Town (Md.) dated July 30, 1804.
"We have for ten days been clouded with a dark smoke, and this day I was informed by a gentleman from Kentucky that the Clinch mountain had sunk (for many miles) to the depth of 50 feet; after which clouds of smoke issued therefrom, so that the inhabitants at a distance of 20 miles from the place were not able to discover an object at 20 feet distance. This, I suppose was occasioned by the burning of the stone coal which is in the mountain."
Bonaparte, it is stated, has appointed six of the Custom-house officers at Antwerp, members of the Legion of Honor, for having dispersed a gang of smugglers in attempting to introduce English goods on the territory of the republic. The contraband goods seized by them on this occasion amounted to 700,000 livres.
NEW-YORK, Aug. 29.
On Sunday last the ship Agfres, Nicolls, master, bound to Cadiz, was brought to in the Middle Channel, in a line parallel with the Hook, by the Leander "Alexander Skene, Esq. commander." The Agfres is owned by John and William Wood, merchants of this city.
The Leander impressed from the Agfres Thomas Williams, a native of New-York, and Joseph Murrell, a native of Connecticut; two of the crew of the Agfres. Williams & Murrell have both protections, as they are legislatively and technically termed; but they seem to be in effectual mounds to the overwhelming violence of our "firmest friends," at the Hook, who, agreeably to the solicitation of Mr. Neilson, are, it seems, stationed there to protect American commerce! The friends of Williams and Murrell are invited to use their endeavors to procure the release of the unfortunate men from this British dungeon.
The Agfres had but her usual and necessary complement of men, and this was warmly urged by captain Nicolls, who added that if taken from him he would be obliged to return into port to supply their places. He also stated that Williams and Murrell the selected victims, were native Americans, but that if not, the British had no right to take them out of a neutral ship, especially in the harbor of New-York. The boarding officer replied, that they wanted men, and could have men, no matter whence or where they were taken. Besides, that two of the Leander's crew would swear that Williams and Murrell were imperiously ordered away. When capt. Nicolls found that entreaty and remonstrance were unavailing, he remarked that the owners, John and William Wood, had advanced each 25 dollars, and asked whether, at least, the commanding officer of the Leander would not return the money? He was haughtily answered no, he would not refund a shilling. Williams and Murrell were then dragged from the Agfres, and with tears in their eyes conveyed on board the Leander. The Agfres was obliged to return, and is now at Staten Island, waiting for more men before she can put to sea.
Thus we see that our merchants are plundered in our own waters, and our citizens carried into captivity. It is high time for the country to arouse itself, and by a vigorous effort, to drive these insolent marauders from our shores. We have suffered enough of insult; enough of degradation.
NEWPORT,
Thursday, Sept. 6, 1804.
Extract of a letter from Mr. PRESERVED Sisson, of this town, to his friend here, dated Point-Petre, Grenadale, July 26, 1804.
"I am sorry to inform you of the capture of the ship Hopewell, and brig Rockland, under my convoy. On the 30th June, we fell in with a brig of ten long French sixes, two twelve-pound cannonades, and one long eighteen pounder, and one hundred and fifty men belonging to Gaudaloupe, who engaged us under English colours, boarded and took the brig in less than a moment; then sheered off, gave me her broad side, and attempted to board us; but I repulsed them, and they were obliged to shear off clear of our pikes, and played continually with their musketry. I fought them in this manner for forty minutes, until my men began to fall and the landmen to quit their quarters. Seeing this, they made the second attempt to board, cut away our settings and overpowered us by numbers, when we were obliged to haul down our colours.—I had three men killed and six wounded; the ship very much shattered. The brig had the mate and one man killed, and four wounded; the Captain was one of the wounded, and died since we arrived here. They put us all together in prison, with nothing to eat but stinking beef and bad bread, and but short allowance of that. What will be the consequence, I don't know—they threaten us very hard as pirates. We expect to be sent to the other end of the Island, to Basseterre; and we are informed that they have sent a vessel to our government about it, and expect to remain in prison until they receive an answer, to know if our government will claim us or not. If they don't, God only knows what they will do with us; they will not suffer any Americans to come near us, nor have we any communication with any one, only by chance. Still I am in good spirits; all that I can say more is, that I did not give my ship away, but fought to the last moment."
Yesterday morning, (says the New-York Commercial Advertiser of August 23.) about 6 o'clock, the ship Rebecca, of this port, after a voyage of two years, was fired at and brought to by the Cambrian frigate, and six men impressed from her, not more than a leagues from the Hook, and the ship detained about 2 hours.
The ship Ant, Coit, from Hull, arrived yesterday, was boarded at the Hook by the Leander, who pressed Mr. Charles Ezard and Mr. Francis Harrison, two of her cabin passengers.
The following is from the Morning Chronicle of August 27.
"The Leander pressed one man out of the ship merchant, from the Isle of France; also Peter Wing, a native of New-Bedford, who had a protection from the American Consul at Bordeaux. The boarding officer damnd the Consul, and said his protection was of no use."
"Greene, of the brig Lucy-Ann, of Rhode-Island, in 40 days from Cadiz, was informed by the Vice-Consul that it was probable a war would take place between Spain and the United States. The report was current in Cadiz."
Baltimore pph.
On the 17th ult. at Kaskaskia, a Mr. William Lowrey was killed by a Mr. Murd, from Georgia, in a duel, occasioned by a political dispute.
SUMMARY—FOREIGN.
EUROPE.—By the John Adams, dates are received down to the 14th July, 1804. Their contents are not important.—The threatened Invasion still remains in statu quo.—Louis 18th, has published a protest against the usurpation of the throne of France, by Bonaparte.—Georges, & 11 other Conspirators, who were guillotined in France, on the 25th June, cried "Vive le Roi!" until the moment of their execution.—The rumours of peace had subsided. The Sun, however, a ministerial paper, says, a peace is possible, even if Mr. Pitt should remain at the head of affairs.—Changes were still talked of in Italy.—The American Minister, Mr. Livingston, has returned to Paris, with good bills for 15 millions of livres.
WEST-INDIES.—From Port-de-Paix, of 18th July, we learn that it is very sickly there. Five persons were buried from one American vessel.—The yellow fever, is said to prevail on board a fleet of British ships at New Providence.
DOMESTIC.
The Emperor of France, and two other great characters of that nation, Marbois and Dehon, are admitted honorary members of the New-York Academy of Arts.—The dysentery is very prevalent in many towns in the interior.—A fire destroyed a house near Halifax, on the 30th July, & in the flames two young girls perished!—The yellow fever has made its
appearance in Charleston, South Carolina. On Monday the 23rd July, it is said 17 deaths took place.—On the 25th ult. at Reading, in Connecticut, a man by the name of Chauncy Merchant, struck his wife on the head with a hatchet, which put an immediate end to her life. The next day he was found dead in his own well!—William Southwick, of New Salem, the person who attempted to obtain the 1500 dollars of Gilbert and Dean, in the 5th class of South Hadley Canal, by an altered ticket, was found guilty at the Session of the Supreme Court, now sitting in this town, and sentenced to 3 years hard labor, and pay costs. Every printer ought to publish this, it being the first crime of the kind which has occurred in this country. [Bost. W. Mag.]
Arrived at Bristol, the 24th ult. sch'r American Lady, Walter Cornell, master.—August 10th in lat. 30, 47 N. long. 78, 59 W. spoke the brig Augusta, William Kemp, master, 41 days from Liverpool, bound to Savannah—all well. Lat. 39, 37 N. long. 72, 30 W. spoke the sch'r Thomas, John Carnes, master, from Savannah, bound to Boston, 29 days out—all well.
The Editor of the National Intelligencer, after noticing some recent slanders promulgated thro' the Evening Post, and propagated by the whole corps of federal Editors, against the character of Mr. Jefferson, adds:—
"We will not forego this opportunity of remarking that there is a kind of infuriated malice with which, on all occasions, the character of Mr. Jefferson is attacked by this print, that looks more like personal hatred than party violence. There is not a feature of that character allowed to be fair. Censor is stigmatized as hypocrisy, decision rashness, and learning pedantry. Because Mr. Jefferson drew the Declaration of Independence, the merits of that splendid composition are denied, and no occasion is passed of denouncing it. It is even denied that Mr. Jefferson penned it. It stands on record that he was chairman of the Committee appointed to draw it—Yet it is contended that his part was but a subordinate one!
To satisfy our own curiosity, we lately had access to the original draught of this eloquent instrument; and to put down forever the falsehoods propagated on this subject, we shall state the result of the examination we then made.—We viewed attentively the original draught, presented to Congress, and found it to be in the hand writing of Mr. Jefferson. We perceived that it was, in the first instance, drawn by Mr. Jefferson; and that it was revised by his colleagues on the committee, and sundry alterations suggested by them: Drs. Franklin and Mr. Adams approved. We saw these alterations interlined, and in the hand writing of those gentlemen. They are not more than eight or ten; they do not materially vary the original composition; and in every instance, they soften the spirit of the first draught. The report afterwards underwent a very slight alteration in Congress."
Thus do the ungenerous calumnies of the enemies of our Chief Magistrate recoil upon themselves. In attempting to derogate from his merit, they only prove the impotence of their own malice. The part he took in asserting the independence of his country—the foundation of all her greatness—is dear to his fellow citizens, and to the friends of liberty throughout the world. It has covered his brow with a laurel which can never fade, so long as Americans enjoy freedom and are sensible of its blessings.
William Cobbet, better known in this country as Peter Porcupine, has lately been tried in the Court of King's Bench for a libel upon a Mr. Plunket, Solicitor-General in Ireland. Damages were laid at £10,000. After a long argument, Mr. Erskine in behalf of Plaintiff, Mr. Adam on the part of Defendant, Lord Ellenborough briefly addressed the Jury, who retired for a few minutes, and returned with a verdict in favor of Plaintiff—Damages £. 500.
The following will show in what manner public nuisances, such as sink gutters, &c. are dispensed with in Salem, (Mass.) a town too, as free from contagion, perhaps, as any of equal population on the continent. Similar regulations are adopted in almost every Seaport town throughout the United States; and for what I why surely for the comfort and preservation of the lives and health of the Inhabitants. But we are sorry to say, that in Newport the most filthy water, issuing from the Sinks of individuals, is suffered, in the most central part of the town, to run into the main street, and there to stand from day to day and putrify in the sun! Is it possible that there can exist a greater imposition on the public, and especially on the individuals in the neighborhood of this abominable and unsufferable nuisance!
BOARD OF HEALTH.
CONVINCED of the necessity of care and vigilance, to prevent (so far as human means can operate) the introduction and spreading of contagion, the Board of Health for the town of Salem enter upon the duties of their office, hoping by their exertions and the aid of their fellow-townsmen to effect the object for which they have been elected. They will meet in the Court-House every Monday morning at 8 o'clock, to receive complaints of nuisances, and attend to the duties of their office.
By virtue of their authority they have established the following rules and regulations to be in force under the penalties of the Law.
No person shall be permitted to throw into any street, lane or alley within the town any animal substances of filth whatever, nor shall any foul water be suffered to run upon the surface of the streets from any building or yard situated thereon.
No person shall throw any dead animals, or vegetable substances, into any of the docks, nor upon any shore within the town.
No person shall open or clean any vaults or privies within the town, without permission
from the Board of Health, from the 1st of June to the 1st of October.
No feathers or feather beds, bedding or clothing, arriving from any place where a contagious disorder prevails, or hath lately prevailed, shall be landed within the town without permission from the board of Health.
The Board of Health request the inhabitants, immediately to remove all nuisances. As they will from time to time visit the different parts of the town; whatever they may find injurious to the health of the inhabitants, they are determined to have removed (so far as their authority extends) without partiality or favor to any one.
ROBERT STONE, PRESIDENT. RICH'D GARDNER, JOSEPH WINN, SAM'L HOLMAN, jr. NATH'L FELT, JOSEPH ROPES, TIM. WELMAN, JOHN WARDEN, EDM'D JOHNSON. Salem, May 10th, 1804.
MARRIED.—In this town, on Sunday evening last, by the Rev. Mr. Dehon, Captain Moses BARLOW, to Miss SARAH NORTHAM. Same evening, by the Rev. Mr. Bradley, Mr. VARNUM SLOCUM, to Miss ANN BISSELL.
DIED.—In this town, the 30th ult. Mrs. SARAH STACEY, widow of the late Captain Thomas Stacey, in the 60th year of her age.
"Her soft ball slumber in the ground Till the last trumpet's joyful sound, Then burst the chains with sweet surprise, And in her Saviour's image rise."
At Portsmouth, on Saturday last, Miss PHEBE BARKER, daughter of Mr. Esda Barker, in the 18th year of her age.
CUSTOM-HOUSE.
District of Newport, Sept. 5.
ENTERED.
Brig Argus, Mother, Havana Brig Rowena, Porter, Antwerp Ship Eagle, Hudson, Copenhagen Sloop Minerva, Bliven, N. York Sloop Nancy, Briggs, Beacon Island Schooner Almina, Peckham, N. York Sloop Huntress, Earl, do Sloop Ann & Sarah, Marshal, do
CLEARED.
Ship Polly, Norris, Norfolk Do. Minerva, Bliven, New-York Do. Huntress, Earl, do Do. Lark, Wickes, Baltimore
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.
Copartnership Dissolved.
THE Copartnership of Abraham Tilley and Co. is this day dissolved by mutual consent and the business in future will be carried on by Abraham and George Tilley, who have for sale, at their Rope Walk, opposite the Duck Manufactory, north end of the town—Cordage and Cables of all dimensions, Bolt Rope, Worming, House Lines, Marine, Cod and Log Lines, Deep Sea and Hand Lead Lines, Bed Cords, White Ropes, &c. &c.—by wholesale and retail. They also take in Hemp to manufacture in the best manner and on the lowest terms.
They return their thanks to their employers, and hope by giving ample satisfaction, and a steady attention to business, to merit their encouragement. Newport, August 11, 1804.
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, GEORGE CARD, Managers. East Greenwich, September 3d, 1804. Tickets in the above Lottery, at two dollars 50 cents each, may be had at this Office.
To be Sold at PUBLIC AUCTION,
ON Friday, the 28th of September instant, the real estate of John Gabbard, late of Newport, deceased, pleasantly situated on the Point. Sale to be on the premises, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon.
JOHN TILLINGHAST Admin'r. Newport, Sept. 5, 1804.
Last Notice.
THE Hon. Town Council of the town of Newport, having allowed three months longer from the date hereof, for the settlement of the estate of Jonathan Simmons, late of said Newport, Black-Smith, deceased:—Notice is hereby given to all persons having any demands against said estate, to bring them in immediately or they will be precluded agreeably to law.
WILLIAM C. ROBINSON, THOMAS G. PITMAN, Commissioners. And all persons indebted to said estate, are required to make immediate payment to ELIZABETH SIMMONS, Exec'tr. EDWARD SIMMONS, Exec'tr. Newport, September 3d, 1804.
FOR SALE.
CHEAP for Cash, three excellent Feather Beds, the best of live Geese Feathers.—They will be sold separate or together, as may suit purchasers.—Enquire of the Printer. Newport, August 20, 1804.
Cherry Lumber.
To be sold by the subscriber, a quantity of Cherry-Tree Boards, Joist, and Plank. JOHN TILLINGHAST. Franklin-Street, Newport, August 30, 1804.

FROM THE PORT FOLIO.
THE AMERICAN SAILOR BOY: WRITTEN AT SEA.
FROM distant fields, unknown to fame, Which Susquehanna's waters lave, A little shepherd boy I came, Resolv'd to plough the ocean wave.
For oft the passing stranger told The merry life the sailor led, Who rov'd from clime to clime for gold, No care to hover o'er his head.
With cautious step at first I move, And timid climb the slipp'ry shrouds; But bolder grown, I mount above, And hang suspended in the clouds.
With fearless breast I stride the yard, And swiftly seek its utmost verge; Nor think my lot of danger hard, But smiling, eye the dashing surge.
When perils past secure from harm, And safe in port our vessel's moor'd, Unbent by battle, fire or storm, I fly to see my maid ador'd.
Then with an eager hand I pour My treasure in the lap of Jane; Live quietly a month ashore, Then seek the roating waves again.
ROWLAND.
State of RHODE-ISLAND and PROVIDENCE PLANTATIONS.
In General Assembly, June Session, A. D. 1804.
RESOLVED, That the sum of ten thousand dollars be appropriated to the purchase of the evidences of the registered public debt of this State, under the direction and management of Commissioners to be appointed by the General Assembly.
Resolved, That Samuel Vernon, senior, Henry Sherburne and Nathaniel Hazard, Esq's. be appointed Commissioners to purchase the said evidences of the said registered public debt, in such way and manner, and on such terms, as they may think most advantageous to the public interest: That said Commissioners give public notice of their appointment, in the newspapers, advertising the creditors holding such evidences, to send to the General Treasurer, on or before the second Monday of September next, sealed proposals of the terms on which they will sell the same; and that if proposals, equally advantageous to the State, shall be made for the sale of a greater amount of said debt, than can be purchased by the sum hereby appropriated, the amount thereof shall be applied, in a ratable proportion to the demands of the several creditors.
Resolved, That the sum appropriated as aforesaid, be subject to the order of the said Commissioners, and be paid out by the General Treasurer accordingly; and that said Commissioners report, from time to time, to the General Assembly, their proceedings under these resolutions.
Resolved, That it shall be the duty of the several Town-Clerks, to read the foregoing resolutions to the freemen, to be assembled in annual town-meeting in August next.
A true Copy: Witness, SAMUEL EDDY, Sec'y.
IN obedience to the before recited Act, the Commissioners therein named, are ready to receive proposals from the creditors to this State's Registered Debt, and request that the same be transmitted to the General Treasurer, at his Office in Newport, free of postage, by the time limited in said Act.
SAMUEL VERNON, HENRY SHERBURNE, NATHANIEL HAZARD, } Commis- Newport, June 26th, 1804. } sioners.
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. The first quality Sythes and Sythe Sicks, complete—Rakes, Hoes & Hoe Handles, Fork Tails, &c. 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.
Henry Moore, & Co.
HAVE for sale cheap for Cash or approved Notes on either of the Banks, 20 Hhds. Jamaica Spirits, 6 Ditto. St. Croix Rum, Ditto. Hollands Gin, Ditto. Brandy, 20 Boxes Sugar, 30 Bags Ditto, 60 Bbls. Flour, Benninghoe'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.
Seasonable Notice.
The Patrons of this paper are respectfully informed, that Four years have nearly elapsed since the commencement of its publication; & that a speedy & general settlement with those whose accounts are of one, two, and three years standing, becomes indispensably necessary.
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 therefor.
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. 91
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.
HOLMES WEAVER, CABINET & CHAIR-MAKER, HAS for Sale, a number of pieces of the most Fashionable Furniture, As Cheap as can be purchased, of equal elegance Newport, Nov. 15. exii
JOSEPH BRIGGS
HAS for sale, 50 barrels best mess and prime PORK and BEEF. Also, a few Hhds. first quality retailing MOLASSES. Likewise, 10 or 1200 weight of excellent HOG LARD. Newport, February 23. 177.
BENEDICT SMITH
Has for sale, Tar, Rosin, and Turpentine, By the 100 lb. or less quantity. Newport, April 4, 1804. 83
To be Let,
The lower part of a dwelling-House in a pleasant part of the town, with four rooms; and a well of excellent water in the yard. Enquire of the Printer. Newport, June 13, 1804. 93
Wanted Immediately,
As an Apprentice to the Copper-Smith and Brass-Foundry business, a smart active boy, about 14 or 15 years of age. One from the Country would be preferred.—Apply to OTIS CHAFFEE, Newport, July 5th, 1804.
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' Twill, & cut Tobacco; Macebaw and Scotch SNUFF, of the first quality, at the Manufactory prices. **CASH given for Lead. Newport, June 27, 1804. 140/
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.
To be Sold,
A VALUABLE & convenient three story Dwelling House, situated on the Ferry Wharf (north side of the Red Market) late the property of the widow Elizabeth Miller, deceased. For terms, apply to the subscriber, on the premises. SAMUEL WATSON. Newport, August 2, 1804. 200
FLOUR STORE
On Col. CHRISTOPHER CHAMPLIN's Wharf,—By JOHN BOURS, jun. & Co. Who will always have on hand a supply of the best Superfine FLOUR. Newport, Oct. 20, 1803.
HOUSE PAPER.
JUST received, and for sale at this Office, a new & general assortment of elegant PAPER HANGINGS, which will be sold as low as can be purchased in the State. April 19, 1804.
Just received and for sale at this Office, the following useful and valuable School Book, which is recommended to the use of the Schools in this State.
THE COLUMBIAN PRIMER.
HAVING met with a favorable reception in many parts of New-England, is recommended as a cheap, and in a number of respects, the best calculated book for beginners and for common practice. It being called a Primer, has led many, before examination, to an erroneous conclusion respecting both its plan and quality. Its calculation differs perhaps nearly as much from the New-England, and common Primers, as from that of an Almanac; both of which would be equally absurd, put into the hands of one, learning the rudiments of the English language. This book is indeed to remove all such standing inconsistencies, and to prevent another impropriety, viz. that of putting a book of nearly twice the cost into the hands of children, which is worn out before half its contents are seen, or can be understood.
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 authorised 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.
Rhodes & Hammond
HAVE for sale, (Wholesale and Retail) JAMAICA Spirits 4th proof, Cognac Brandy 2d do. Barcelona do. 4th do. Holland Geneva, Havanna brown, Do. white, } SUGARS, Loaf 1st and 2d quality, & Lump Hyson, Souchong, } TEAS of the & Bohea } first quality Coffee, Pepper, Pimento, Ginger, Mustard, Nutmegs, Allum, Saltpetre, Bennehoe'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
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
VALUABLE BOOK.
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 9/ in sheep—10/6 in calf.
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
C. Taber & Wm. Gardner,
Have for Sale, FORTY Hhds. Sugar, part of which is of the 1st quality for retailing, 12 Hhds. & 60 bags Coffee, A few Hhds. 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
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 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 CHARLES C. DUNHAM, WING SPOONER, ad. Newport, April 3, 1802. 79/
To be Let,
A CONVENIENT Dwelling-House, well calculated for boarding and lodging, situated on the street leading from Mr. Robert Steven's house to his wharf. Likewise, a retail shop, on the fourth side of the Red Market, being an excellent stand for business, adjoining the Dwelling-House of Mr. William Freebody. For particulars, enquire of SPENCER HALL. Newport, August 2d, 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 cloths, 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. J.) 24th 7th Mo. 1804.
Dry Goods for Cash only.
THE Subscriber intending to quit the line of business he at present pursues, has marked all his Goods, including a box of Hats assorted, at not exceeding 5 per cent. (the usual profit being 20 per cent.) on cost, by retail; many less, and some at cost. A large quantity of the above Goods, especially Broad Cloths and other Wools, was purchased at a very low advance, upon the sterling cost. He likewise offers for Sale or Lease, his Estate, situate on Thames-Street (formerly the property of Aaron Sheffield.) For terms, apply to EBENEZER SHEARMAN, or JOHN R. SHEARMAN. Newport, Dec. 12, 1803. 67/
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 qt. 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 28. 159/
SAMUEL JAMES
HAS FOR SALE, A 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
FOR SALE BY
SAMUEL VERNON, jun.
FRESH superfine Richmond FLOUR,—a few Hhds. of James River sweet scented mountain TOBACCO,—Cognac Brandy,—Holland Geneva,—Verdigrease,—and Loaf SUGAR. Newport, Feb. 9, 1804. 75
To be Sold by
JOSEPH LYON,
150 Barrels Tar, 150 Barrels Pitch. Newport, June 6, 1804. 92
Tickets in the Warwick Channel and Road Lottery (One Thousand Dollars highest Prize) for sale by O. FARNSWORTH.
Doctor Norrop's
CELEBRATED Patent Bitters, for the cure of the Jaundice and all bilious complaints, for sale at this Office—Price 50 Cents per Box.
LAWS OF RHODE-ISLAND.
FOR sale at this office, complete copies of the Laws of this State, passed since the session of the General Assembly in January 1798.