Rhode-Island Republican (Newport, R.I.), 1802-06-26 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.
SAMUEL VINSON,
RESPECTFULLY informs his friends, and the public in general, that he has just received by the latest arrivals at Boston, a new and beautiful assortment of
ENGLISH GOODS,
Which he offers for sale very low, amongst which are the following articles—
 Linens, Ladies fine cotton Hose with lace clocks,  Furniture Callicoes, Silk Gloves,  Dimities, Kid ditto,  Muslins, Cotton ditto,  Muslinets, Umbrellas,  Cotton Cambricks, Parafoils,  Coloured Ditto, Book Muslins,  Madrass Do. Jacketon Ditto.  Twill'd & plain Nankeens, Fans,  Black Cambric, Velvet,  Shawls, Velvet Bindings,  White Do. Silk do. Ruffs,  Black & coloured Callimancoes,  Muslins, Tamnies,  A great variety of Callicoes of the newest patterns, Bombazets,  Lace Scarfs & Veils, White and coloured  Muslin, Ditto. Vesting,  White Chip Bonnets, A great variety of Ribbons, Silver and  Coloured Ditto, Cotton Trimmings,  White Chip Hats, English Kid Shoes,  Men's Leghorn Hats, Silk Handkerchiefs,  Silk, Ditto, Linen & Cotton Do.  Common Satins, Laces and Edgings,  Bonnet Ditto, Silk Stockings,  Lute Strings, Sewing Silks,  Black, white, and coloured Gauze, Threads,  Crape, Tapes and Pins.  Cotton Hose, Plated handled Knives and Forks,  Black Do. Defart Ditto.  Hemp Do. Trunks of different  Men's Gloves, Sizes, 
ALSO,
A great Variety of Articles too tedious to enumerate.
GOODS received on Commission at said Store. Newport, May 29, 1802. 87tf
WE the Subscribers being by the Court of Probate for the town of Newport, appointed commissioners to receive, examine and adjust the claims of the creditors to the estate of JOSEPH MUMFORD, late of Newport, Tinplate-worker, deceased, represented insolvent,—Give notice to all persons having claims to said estate, to bring them in to either of us, at our respective dwellings, within six months from the date hereof, being the time allowed by said Court.
SAMUEL C. CARR, } Commis- JOHN WANTON, } sioners.
And all persons indebted to said estate, are requested to make immediate payment to MARY MUMFORD, Admin'r. Newport, June 13, 1802. 89
ALL persons having demands against the estate of Capt. GEORGE TEW, late of Jamestown, deceased, are requested to present them to the Subscriber for settlement, within six Months from this date, or they will be precluded by law; and those indebted to said estate, are desired to make immediate payment to ELISHA TEW, Executor. Jamestown, June 8, 1802. 89
THE Subscribers, appointed by the Hon. Town Council of Newport, commissioners, to receive and examine the claims against the estate of Alexander Matthewson, late of said Newport, Mariner, deceased, represented insolvent; and six Months being allowed from this date for the same:—All persons having claims against said estate, are requested to exhibit them to either of us, at our dwellings within said time, or they will be precluded agreeably to law.
JOHN WANTON, } Commis- CHRISTOPHER, HOLT, } sioners.
All persons indebted to said estate, are desired to make immediate payment to REBECCA MATTHEWSON, Admin'r. Newport, June 13, 1802. 89
To be Sold or Let,
THAT large and commodious House in Thames Street, next South of the Brick-Market, late the property of WALTER EASTON, deceased, with the Wharf and Stores, belonging to the same. For further particulars, enquire of
MERIBETH EASTON, DAVID BUFFUM, or JOHN SLOCUM.
Newport, May 7, 1802. 84tf
JOHN R. SHEARMAN,
HAS opened an Assortment of DRY GOODS, (at the shop formerly occupied by Mrs. Sheffield) a few doors below Mr. Thomas Townsend's Coffee-House.
Newport, June 3. 88tf
MARY MUMFORD
RESPECTFULLY informs her friends and the public in general, that she carries on the Tinning business, in the South Shop of the same House where it was carried on by her deceased husband. She has at present on hand, a large assortment of TIN WARE, which she will dispose of very cheap for Cash.
Those persons who will please to favor her with their custom, may depend upon having their work faithfully done, and the smallest favor will be gratefully acknowledged.
For sale as above, an Assortment of JAPANNED WARE, Glass Lamps, and Two large Franklin Stoves.
Newport, June 13, 1802. 89
WE the subscribers, being by the Honorable Court of Probate of the town of Newport, appointed commissioners, to receive, examine, and adjust the claims of the creditors to the estate of Joseph Dunham, late of Newport aforesaid, Chair-maker, deceased, represented insolvent—hereby give notice to all persons having any claims against said estate, to bring them in to either of us, at our respective dwellings, within six months from the date hereof, being the time allowed by said Court therefor.
ANTHONY DIXON, } Commis- FLEET S. GREENE, } sioners.
And all persons indebted to said estate, are required to make immediate payment to
ABRAHAM COREY, } Execu- HANNAH COREY, } tors.
Newport, June 7, 1802. 89
Hard Ware Store.
THE Subscriber respectfully informs his friends and the public, that he has just received by the latest arrivals at Boston from Liverpool, a general assortment of HARD WARE, direct from the Manufacturers, which he will offer for sale, in Providence, at the Store of Mr. ISAAC PITMAN, directly opposite the Baptist Meeting House, by Wholesale only, upon as reasonable terms as can be purchased at New-York or Boston.—They are now opening, and will be all opened in a few days, by
HENRY GREW.
Providence, May 21, 1802. 87tf
A great variety of
TRUNKS,
From 1 Dollar 12 1/2 Cents, to 8 Dollars, To be sold, at the Shoe Store of THOMAS COGGESHALL, next door North of Mr. James Taylor's Apothecary-Store.
TRUNKS furnished at said Store, of any dimension, on the shortest notice.
Newport, June 5, 1802. 88tf
THE Court of Probate for the town of Newport, having appointed the subscribers commissioners, to examine the claims of the creditors to the estate of WALTER EASTON, late of said Newport, deceased, represented insolvent; and twelve months being allowed for that purpose:—Notice is hereby given to all persons having demands against said estate, to bring them in to either of us, within said time, or otherwise they will be precluded according to law.
EDMOND TOWNSEND, } Commis- THOMAS PECKHAM, } sioners.
All persons indebted to said estate, are requested to make immediate payment to
MERIBETH EASTON, } Execu- DAVID BUFFUM, } tors.
JOHN SLOCUM, } tors.
Newport, 4th Mo. 5, 1802. 82tf
Francis Anderson,
TAKES this method to inform his customers, and the public at large, that he has removed to his New Store, at the south side of the market, on Newman's wharf, where he proposes to carry on business under the firm of
Anderson & Heath:
He has the same Assortment as before, and will sell as low as can be purchased in the State. He returns his sincere thanks to his former customers, and begs for a continuance of their favors.
N. B. Masters of vessels may be supplied at the shortest notice, by calling at their Store.
They have on hand, a quantity of excellent CHEESE, at wholesale or retail—very cheap for cash.
Newport, May 22, 1802. 78tf
FOR SALE, By
SAMUEL VERNON, jun.
COGNAC Brandy, Claret Wine in casks and boxes, Silks, Britannia Linens, white wine Vinegar, Verdigris, & House-Paper:—The above articles are entitled to drawback, and are now landing from the Brig Hannah, from Bourdeaux, at Mr. Robert Stevens' wharf.
He has also for sale, Russia and Raven's Duck, a few Demijans and long and short Corks.
Newport, Nov. 7, 1801.
Communication—To Republicans.
"Bism up my counsel, 'Tou'll find it noblest: Lo! where comes that Rock, 'That I advise your frowning"
A GENERAL diffusion of knowledge, is the only method whereby we may perpetuate the liberties for which we have so justly, and successfully contended; and to "preserve the faith once delivered to the saints." Every attempt to enslave a people who know and fully appreciate the blessings of freedom, has been and I trust will prove fruitless—and every person conversant with the histories of ancient republics, will bear me witness, that as long as the people had information, as long as they valued their liberty and continued virtuous, so long and no longer did they enjoy their freedom, and the government prospered:—But when the sources of information were either contaminated or stopped, they then bid "farewell, a long farewell to all their greatness." A set of venal wretches then took the reins, and the people were debased, and what is still worse enslaved. Since, then, information is confessedly the life of a republic, let us be careful that we cherish it, lest our's also be added to the number of fallen republics—lest we furnish the last sad example of a government "rotting in the dust."
As men, as citizens, as fathers, and as republicans, it behoves us to promote this first requisite in our country—the most commodious, and indeed the least expensive way of diffusing this knowledge is through the source of newspapers: Which if impartially and ably conducted will repay the expense. Fortunately, in the United States they are numerous; but unfortunately, among the number, there are many which flow from a corrupt fountain—on whom we the people should frown: which disseminate untruths, and with whom falsehood is as current as Bank Notes. My brethren—do we not give support to many of our federal Typographical enemies, whose crimes are darker than their ink? Do we not cherish the Viper which destroys us? Do we not maintain our enemies to the ruin of our friends?—Believe me, that so long as we continue to give support to this class of men; so long will they abuse us; and it is in fact giving a premium for abuse; it is encouraging slander; it is sapping the very foundation on which ourselves stand. Again, can we support the present administration, and at the same time support its enemies? Viewing it in the light which I do, it seems an incompatibility, it seems a paradox, for "we cannot serve God and Mammon;" and ultimately we must either abandon the government, or else discontinue our support to our enemies. Laying this consideration entirely aside, we might consider, that while many of our own printers, who in the "reign of terror" experienced the iron rod of oppression, and suffered severe confinement in common prisons, for publishing sacred and eternal truths, would rejoice at further support; while one in our sister state is feeling the vengeance of federalism, while a persecuted patriot of the "steady habit" is under the disgraceable necessity of representing his paper as "insolvent," and others are compelled to abandon the publishing of a newspaper, shall we give countenance to federal prints, shall we desert our own household; shall we merit the charge of ingratitude? Forbid it Heaven!! Forbid it Justice!!
Republicans, it is of the utmost importance that we give encouragement to none, save those who have "truth" for their guide, and liberty their object.—Our efforts should be sed, that our watchmen be continued at their posts, and that our friends be sufficiently supported in preference to our enemies.—If this advice is strictly pursued, the republican newspapers in the union will out number the federal: The mists of federalism, will soon vanish; their wits will prove abortive; ourselves and our posterity will reap the benefit, and "error of opinion may (Rill) be tolerated (having) reason left free to combat it."
A REPUBLICAN.
LAWS OF THE UNION.
[PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY.]
SEVENTH CONGRESS of the UNITED STATES, at their first session, Begun and held at the City of Washington, in the Territory of Columbia, on Monday, the 7th of December, 1801.
AN ACT
To incorporate the inhabitants of the City of Washington, in the district of Columbia.
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That the inhabitants of the city of Washington be constituted a body politic and corporate, by the name of a mayor and council of the city of Washington, and by
their corporate name, may sue and be sued, implead and be impleaded, grant, receive, and do all other acts as natural persons, and may purchase and hold, real, personal and mixed property, or dispose of the same for the benefit of the said city; and may have and use a city seal, which may be broken or altered at pleasure; the City of Washington shall be divided into three divisions or wards, as now divided by the levy court for the county; for the purpose of assessment, but the number may be increased hereafter, as in the wisdom of the city council shall seem most conducive to the general interest and convenience.
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That the council of the city of Washington shall consist of twelve members, residents of the city, and upwards of twenty-five years of age, to be divided into two chambers, the first chamber to consist of seven members, and the second chamber of five members; the second chamber to be chosen from the whole number of councillors elected, by their joint ballot. The city council to be elected annually, by ballot, in a general ticket by the free white male inhabitants of full age, who have resided twelve months in the city, and paid taxes therein the year preceding the election's being held: the justices of the county of Washington, resident in the city, or any three of them, to preside as judges of election, with such associates as the council may, from time to time, appoint.
Sec. 3. And be it further enacted, That the first election of members for the city council shall be held on the first Monday in June next, and in every year afterwards, at such place, in each ward, as the judges of the election may prescribe.
Sec. 4. And be it further enacted, That the polls shall be kept open from 8 o'clock in the morning till 7 o'clock in the evening, and no longer, for the reception of ballots. On the closing of the poll, the judges shall close and seal their ballot boxes, and meet on the day following in the presence of the marshal of the district, on the first election, and the council afterwards, when the seals shall be broken, and the votes counted, within three days after such election, they shall give notice to the persons having the greatest number of legal votes, that they are duly elected, and shall make their return to the mayor of the city.
Sec. 5. And be it further enacted, That the mayor of the city shall be appointed, annually, by the President of the United States: He must be a citizen of the United States, and a resident of the city, prior to his appointment.
Sec. 6. And be it further enacted, That the city council shall hold their sessions in the city hall, or, until such building is erected, in such place as the mayor may provide for that purpose, on the second Monday in June, in every year; but the mayor may convene them oftener, if the public good require their deliberations. Three-fourths of the members of each council may be a quorum to do business, but a smaller number may adjourn from day to day: they may compel the attendance of absent members, in such manner, and under such penalties, as they may by ordinance provide; they shall appoint their respective presidents, who shall preside during their sessions, and shall vote on all questions where there is an equal division; they shall settle their rules of proceedings, appoint their own officers, regulate their respective fees, and remove them at pleasure; they shall judge of the elections, returns and qualifications of their own members; and may, with the concurrence of three-fourths of the whole, expel any member for disorderly behaviour, or mal-conduct in office, but not a second time for the same offence; they shall keep a journal of their proceedings, and enter the yeas and nays on any question, resolve or ordinance, at the request of any member, and their deliberations shall be public. The mayor shall appoint to all offices under the corporation. All ordinances or acts passed by the city council shall be sent to the mayor, for his approbation, and when approved by him, shall then be obligatory as such. But if the said mayor shall not approve of such ordinance or act, he shall return the same within five days, with his reasons, in writing, therefor; and if three-fourths of both branches of the city council, on reconsideration thereof, approve of the same, it shall be in force, in like manner as if he had approved it, unless the city council, by their adjournment, prevent its return.
Sec. 7. And be it further enacted, That the corporation aforesaid, shall have full power and authority to pass all bye laws and ordinances; to prevent and remove nuisances, to prevent the introduction of contagious diseases within the city; to establish night watches or patrols, and erect lamps, to regulate the stationing, anchorage and mooring of vessels; to provide for licensing and regulating auctions, retailers of liquors, hackney carriages, waggons, carts and drays and pawn-brokers within the city; to restrain or prohibit gambling, and to provide for licensing, regulating or restraining theatrical or other public amusements within the city; to regulate and establish markets; to erect and repair bridges; to keep in repair, all

necessary streets, avenues, drains and sewers, and to pass regulations necessary for the preservation of the same, agreeably to the plan of the said city; to provide for the safe keeping of the standard of weights and measures fixed by Congress, and for the regulation of all weights and measures used in the city; to provide for the licensing and regulating the sweeping of chimneys, and fixing the rates thereof; to establish and regulate fire wards and fire companies; to regulate and establish the size of bricks that are to be made and used in the city; to sink wells, and erect and repair pumps in the streets; to impose and appropriate fines, penalties and forfeitures for breach of their ordinances; to lay and collect taxes; to enact bye laws for the prevention and extinguishment of fire; and to pass all ordinances necessary to give effect and operation to all the powers vested in the corporation of the city of Washington: Provided , That the bye laws or ordinances of the said corporation, shall be in no wise, obligatory upon the persons of non-residents of the said city, unless in cases of intentional violation of bye laws or ordinances previously promulgated; all the fines, penalties and forfeitures imposed by the corporation of the city of Washington, if not exceeding twenty dollars, shall be recovered before a single magistrate, as small debts are, by law, recoverable; and if such fines, penalties and forfeitures exceed the sum of twenty dollars, the same shall be recovered by action of debt in the district court of Columbia for the county of Washington, in the name of the corporation, and for the use of the city of Washington.
Sec. 8. And be it further enacted , That the person or persons appointed to collect any tax imposed in virtue of the powers granted by this act, shall have authority to collect the same by distress and sale of the goods and chattels of the person chargeable therewith: No sale shall be made unless ten days previous notice thereof be given; no law shall be passed by the city council, subjecting vacant or unimproved city lots, or parts of lots, to be sold for taxes.
Sec. 9. And be it further enacted , That the city council shall provide for the support of the poor, infirm and diseased of the city.
Sec. 10. And be it further enacted , That no tax shall be imposed by the city council on real property in the said city, at any higher rate than three quarters of one per centum, on the assessment valuation of such property.
Sec. 11. And be it further enacted , That this act shall be in force for two years, from the passing thereof, and from thence to the end of the next session of Congress thereafter, and no longer.
NATHANIEL MACON, Speaker of the House of Representatives. ABRAHAM BALDWIN, President of the Senate pro tempore. APPROVED, May 3, 1802. TH: JEFFERSON, President of the United States.
PHILADELPHIA, June 14. OF LOUISIANA.
We have repeatedly said that unless some new designs since the 4th day of Feb. 1802, have been formed; all that had previously taken place on the subject of Louisiana, was dissolved, and it remained upon the same footing as when it was ceded by France to Spain in 1767.
However, as there are politicians who decide upon a rumour, and who never take the trouble of examining the probability or improbability, we shall briefly touch the grounds of this so often revived topic.
1. A letter, evidently a forgery which first appeared in the paper of Noah Webster in New-York, stating that 150,000 men were to be sent under Bernadotte, is one of the ground.
2. Another is the article in the Gazette de France, urging that such a colonization would be good policy.
3. The third and most relied on is the debate in the English house of Parliament.
The first of these, as well from the internal evidence of imposture, as from the source it originated, is not deserving of a particular examination.
The second, we noticed before—but we shall just put the subject in another point of view. There is a paper published in this city which once was the paper of the American administration and of the British government; it is called the Gazette of the United States. Foreigners might, from its having been once the paper of the administration, and from analogy with the London Gazette, being the Gazette of the English court, conclude that this Gazette of the United States, is the Gazette of our government. But what would any man who knows any thing of American politics say to a person who should quote Bronson's Gazette as expressing the sentiments of the republican administration!
The Gazette de France stands in France on precisely the same ground with regard to the French government, that the Gazette of the United States stands with regard to the American government.
The speech of Mr. Windham is the next and most authoritative foundation of the present credulity. But those who take his opinion up, neither enquire who Windham is, what are his views, nor do they pay the least credit to authority opposed to him, and at least more official, and more likely to be informed. We mean the reply of Hawkesbury , secretary of state for foreign affairs; and whose speech amounts to a complete contradiction of Windham.
Who is Windham?—He is one of those who apostatized from the English Whigs, along with Portland, Burke, and Fitzwilliams, and of whom the Tory administration of Pitt made use to accomplish their objects in the war, and whom they threw off when there was a necessity to make a peace.
Windham was made Secretary at War—he it was who facilitated the gallant French loyalists, under Puisaye ; he it was that kept Malet du Pan in pay on the continent of Europe; Pro-
fessor Robinson in England, and Porcupine in America; and a number of literary incendiaries; he it was whose extensive hardness of heart laconically dispatched the account of 240,000 men destroyed by the war, with the words "killed off;" he it was that talked of a nation that had lost half a million of men, and incurred a debt of 300 millions as only scratched by the war.
The French government refused to treat with Pitt, Grenville, and Windham, they all went out, but divided. Windham expects to form a new party in England and to place himself at the head of it. He is a deadly enemy to republican government, a darling of despotism; it is through him, that Artois , the most profligate and confirmed in despotism of the French Bourbons, has obtained an establishment from the English government. His object is to excite alarms—to sow jealousies—and like another Robespierre, to raise himself upon the ruins which he wishes to make. His malice is greater than his capacity. He stands in England in about the same relation to that people, as Hamilton in America; alike indifferent to the means by which they can accomplish their views. Alike distrusted by those who rank along side them in politics; alike despised as politicians, and moral characters—but very fit for regal ministers.
BOSTON, June 17. Further Remarks on LOUISIANA.
Supposing the French were to take possession of this colony, agreeably to their treaty with the Spaniards, as they have an undoubted right to do; or, supposing they do not, what then? Why then things in that quarter will remain precisely as they are at present. At any rate there cannot be the least occasion for more anxiety or concern in the former event than in the latter. The brave, respectable yeoman of Massachusetts, need not be informed that this same country was once occupied by the French, and was by them ceded to the Spaniards; nor that in the whole of that time, they made but little progress in improvement or population.
To conceive so accomplished a statesman as Bonaparte would wish to send the flower of that heroic and invincible army, which has broken in pieces the late aristocratic coalitions against the republic of France, to moulder away in the fogs of Louisiana ; or, that a legislature so enlightened as theirs, would consent to their going, is too absurd an opinion even to be refuted. Nor is it a slight motive that would induce the French citizens, who appear happy at home, in the midst of every thing that is alluring and attractive in society, to seek their fortunes in the woods and marshes of that unwholesome country.
It is the weakness or wickedness of the federalists to insult the common sense of the community, by trying perpetually to play on their credulity. The public are treated by them, as unskillful mothers treat their children, when they attempt to frighten them. This game has been played over and over again, from the arrival of Peter Porcupine , the late trumpeter of that party, in America, to the present day.
Let us then examine this new hobgoblin , this affair of Louisiana , more attentively; and it will require but a moment to discern the folly of those who believe in a thing of this kind being of the least consequence that would be hurtful to this country. We must at all events, and at no distant period, cover the continent as far as the Mississippi, and secure the unmolested navigation of that river, to which we have a right by treaty. The population of the United States has acquired such an imposing quantity and amount, that the relative increase of a feeble colony would scarcely deserve consideration, but as an incentive to new exertions. If all Europe was lost, and France with it, which heaven forbid, America could subsist independently. Our African and Asiatic trade would soon make us great and even powerful.
To suppose the French could maintain an influence at the south, is just as ridiculous as to conceive the British could be troublesome at the north; and every body knows that Canada could be ours in a year, if we were weak or wicked enough to attempt the conquest of it. France, great, mighty, warlike, daring, enlightened and free as she is, with all the enthusiasm of past victories, and all the consciousness of an acknowledged superiority by the surrounding nations in Europe, could not long successfully maintain a hostile attitude on the Mississippi, against the United States, if she were so lost to her true policy and interest as to make such an effort. Years must roll away before a feeble colony could rival a united and growing empire, which will never annoy others unless annoyed, and in a manner which should put scepticism itself beyond the power of doubting.
If we are only frugal of the public money, industrious, honest, temperate and unassuming, scrupulously observant of our national engagements, we shall have nothing to fear; but shall continue to be happy at home, and respected by foreign nations.
William Douglass, At the Head of Broad-Street. HAS constantly for sale, a general Assortment of West-India and other GOODS. Newport, May 5, 1802. 67tf
FOR SALE, By JOSEPH BRIGGS, A few Hhds. 4th proof Jamaica Spirits good flavored. 3 Hhds. 3d & 4th proof Antigua Rum. 30 Barrels best N. Y. Superfine Flour. 2 Casks Malaga Wine. 20 Hhds. of good retailing MOLASSES. A few Casks of SHERRY WINE, of an excellent quality. Newport, May, 29. 50f
Life of General Bonaparte. Just received and for sale at the Book-Store of W. R. WILDER. THE Life of BONAPARTE, First Consul of France, from his Birth to the Peace of Luneville—with an Elegant Head.—Price only One Dollar.
Newport, June 4. 88tf 67 For Sale as above, LEGHORN HATS, covered with black silk, and green unders—By the doz. or single.
WAR DEPARTMENT, May 24th, 1802. Notice is hereby Given,
THAT separate proposals will be received at the office of the Secretary for the Department of War until the expiration of the 31st day of July next ensuing, for the supply of all rations, which may be required for the use of the United States, from the 1st day of October, 1802, until the 30th day of September, 1803; both days inclusive, at the following places, viz. First. At Niagara, at Detroit, at Michilimackinac, and at Fort Wayne.
Second. At Cincinnati and St. Vincennes.
Third. At Fort Massac, near the mouth of the Ohio, and Kaskaskia.
Fourth. At South West Point, Telliaco, Knoxville, and on the road from Nashville to the line between the Chickasaws and Choctaws, and any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the State of Tennessee.
Fifth. At the Chickasaw Bluffs, Natchez, Fort Adams, Mobile, and on the road from Natchez, to the boundary line between the Choctaws and Chickasaws, and at any place in the Chickasaw or Choctaw country, between Bear Creek and Natchez.
SEPARATE proposals will also be received as aforesaid, for the supply of all rations which may be required for the use of the United States, from the 1st day of January 1803, until the 31st day of December, in the same year, both days inclusive, within the several States herein after-mentioned, viz.
Sixth. At Fort Wilkinson, at Cockspur Island, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the States of Georgia.
Seventh. At Charleston, at Rocky Mountain, on the head waters of the Santee, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the States of South and North-Carolina.
Eighth. At Norfolk and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the State of Virginia.
Ninth. At Fort Mc Henry, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the State of Maryland.
Tenth. At Fort Mifflin, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the States of Pennsylvania, New-Jersey and Delaware.
Eleventh. At Fort Jay, at West-Point, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the State of New-York, excepting Niagara.
Twelfth. At Fort Trumbull, at Fort Wolcott, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the States of Connecticut, Rhode-Island and Vermont.
Thirteenth. At Fort Independence, (Boston harbour) and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the State of Massachusetts, the district of Maine excepted.
Fourteenth. At Portsmouth, at Portland, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the State of New-Hampshire, & district of Maine.
A Ration to consist of eighteen ounces of bread or flour, or when neither can be obtained, of one quart of rice, or one and an half pound of sifted or bolted Indian meal, one pound and a quarter of beef, or three quarters of a pound of pork, one gill of rum, whiskey or brandy, and at the rate of two quarts of salt, four quarts of vinegar, four pounds of soap, and one pound and an half of candles to every hundred rations. The price of the several component parts of the ration, as well as substitutes and alternatives, must be specified.
The rations are to be furnished in such quantities, as that there shall at all times, during the term of the proposed contracts, be sufficient for the consumption of the troops at Michilimackinac, Detroit & Niagara for six months in advance; and at each of the other posts on the western waters, for at least three months in advance, of good and wholesome provisions, if the same shall be required. It is also to be permitted to all and every of the commandants of fortified places, or posts, to call for at seasons when the same can be transported, or at any time in the case of urgency, such supplies of like provisions in advance as in the discretion of the commandant shall be deemed proper. It is to be understood that the contractor is to be at the expence and risk of issuing the supplies to the Troops and that all losses sustained by the depredations of an enemy, or by the means of the troops of the United States, shall be paid for by the United States, at the price of the article captured or destroyed, on the depositions of two or more creditable characters, and the certificate of a commissioned officer, ascertaining the circumstances of the loss, and the amount of the articles for which compensation shall be claimed.
The privilege is to be understood to be reserved to the United States of requiring that none of the supplies which may be furnished under any of the proposed contracts, shall be issued until the supplies which have been or may be furnished under contracts now in force, have been consumed, and that a supply in advance may be always required at any of the fixed posts on the sea-board or Indian Frontiers, not exceeding three months.
HENRY DEARBORN, Secretary of War. 88-9w]
Green & Tillinghast, HEREBY inform their old Customers and the Public in general, that they have just received a large Assortment of Spring Goods, which they are now selling at the most reduced prices at their Store, by Wholesale and Retail. Newport, May 20, 1802. 86tf
PROPOSALS For carrying the Mails of the United States on the following Post Roads, will be received at the General Post Office in Washington City, until the 12th day of July next, inclusive.
FROM Boston, by Dedham, Wrentham, Attleboro' Providence, R. I. Scituate, Plainfield, C. Norwich, New-London, Lyme, Saybrook, Killingworth, Guilford and Branford, to New-Haven, three times a week. From November 1, to May 1. Leave Boston every Monday, Wednesday & Friday, at 8 A.M. and arrive at Providence by 6 P.M. Leave Providence every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, at 4 A.M. and arrive at New-London by 8 P.M. Leave New-London every Wednesday, Friday and Monday, at 4 A.M. and arrive at New-Haven by 8 P.M. Returning—Leave New-Haven, every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, at 4 A.M. and arrive at New-London, by 8 P.M. Leave New-London every Wednesday, Friday and Monday, at 4 A.M. and arrive at Providence by 8 P.M. Leave Providence every Thursday, Saturday and Tuesday, at 4 A.M. and arrive at Boston by 4 P.M. May 1, to November 1. Leave Boston every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, at 5 A.M. arrive at Providence by 2 P.M. Leave Providence same days by half past 2 P.M. and arrive at New-Haven on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, by half past 2 P.M. Returning—Leave New-Haven every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, at half past 5 A.M. arrive at Providence on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, at 7 A.M. Leave Providence in half an hour and arrive at Boston by 3 P.M.
IN RHODE-ISLAND. From Providence by Barrington, Warren and Bristol, to Newport three times a week. Leave Providence every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7 A.M. and arrive at Newport by 4 P.M. Leave Newport every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 8 A.M. and arrive at Providence by 4 P.M.
From Providence by Pawtuxet, Warwick, East Greenwich, Littleport & Wickford to Towerhill, once a week. Leave Providence every Friday, at 4 A.M. and arrive at Towerhill, by 11 A.M. Leave Towerhill every Friday, at 2 P.M. and arrive at Providence on Saturday by 8 A.M.
From Newport by Towerhill, Charlestown, Westerly, Stonington, C. and Groton to New-London, C. twice a week, May 1 to November 1. Leave Newport every Thursday and Tuesday at 10 A.M. and arrive at New-London on Friday and Wednesday, by 3 P.M. Returning—Leave New-London every Tuesday and Thursday, at 9 A.M. and arrive at Newport on Wednesday and Friday by noon. November 1, to May 1. Leave Newport every Wednesday and Monday, at noon, and arrive at New-London on Thursday and Tuesday, by 6 P.M. Returning—Leave New-London every Monday and Friday at 4 A.M. and arrive at Newport on Tuesday and Saturday by 10 A.M.
From Providence by Pawtucket Falls and Rehoboth to Taunton once a week. Leave Taunton every Monday at 10 A.M. and arrive at Providence, by 3 P.M. Leave Providence every Tuesday at 5 A.M. and arrive at Taunton by 10 A.M.
NOTES.
I. The Postmaster-General may expedite the mails and alter the times of arrival and departure at any time during the continuance of the contracts, he previously stipulating an adequate compensation for any extra expence that may be occasioned thereby.
II. Fifteen minutes shall be allowed for opening and closing the mail at all offices where no particular time is specified.
III. For every thirty minutes delay (unavoidable accidents excepted) in arriving after the times prescribed in any contract, the contractor shall forfeit one dollar; and if the delay continue until the departure of any depending mail, whereby the mails destined for such depending mail lose a trip, an additional forfeiture of five dollars shall be incurred.
IV. Newspapers as well as letters are to be sent in the mails: And if any person making proposals, desires to carry newspapers other than those conveyed in the mail, for his own emolument, he must state in his proposals, for what sum he will carry it with that emolument and for what sum without that emolument.
V. Should any person, making proposals, desire an alteration of the times of arrival and departure above specified, he must state in his proposals, the alterations desired, and the difference they will make in the terms of his contract.
VI. Persons making proposals are desired to state their prices by the year. Those who contract will receive their pay quarterly, in the months of February, May, August, and November, one month after the expiration of each quarter.
VII. No other than a free white person shall be employed to convey the mail.
VIII. Where the proposer intends to convey the mail in the body of a stage carriage, he is desired to state it in his proposals.
IX. The Postmaster-General reserves to himself the right of declaring any contract at an end whenever three failures happen which amount to the loss of a trip each.
X. The contracts for the above routes are to be in operation on the first day of October next, and to continue in force for one year, from that time, excepting such routes as have a particular note respecting the continuance of the contract.
GIDEON GRANGER, Post Master General. General Post Office, Washington City, May 9, 1802. 88-6w

COMMUNICATION. THE following full and impartial paragraph, copied from the Newport Federalist , appeared in the Newport Mercury , of the 8th inst.
SUPREME COURT. "The adjournment of the sitting of the Supreme Court of the United States, for the space of fourteen months, is a circumstance of no minor importance in the mad career of the present ruling party. It indicates extreme weakness or extreme wickedness. This great national tribunal, in which are depending the most important causes, instead of being convened twice a year, as usual, is suspended fourteen months !—For what?—For the delay of justice?—Surely it cannot be for its dispatch."
It is said the "Monarchalists were afraid the decision of the supreme court, on the constitutionality of the late law abolishing the new judiciary system, would be against them, they, therefore, to prevent that decision, suspended the sitting of the supreme court, for the space of fourteen months."
But what are the facts? The act of Congress of September 24th, 1789, provided for the holding a supreme court of the United States, on the first Monday of February, and the first Monday of August, annually; and by an act of the last session, in order to relieve the judges, jurors, and suitors of the supreme court, from the burthen and expense of an attendance on a session, in the sickly and sultry month of August, when many of the inhabitants of our large towns with for a residence in the country, provided that the associate justice, resident in the fourth district, (which consists of the states of Maryland and Delaware) should attend at the City of Washington, on the first Monday of August next, and on the first Monday of August, in every year after "to make all necessary orders touching any suit, action, appeal, writ of error, process, pleadings or proceedings; and that all writs and process, may be returnable to the said court, on the said first Monday of August, in the same manner as to the session of said court in February, conforming the terms of process accordingly, and requiring the attendance of the clerk of the supreme court on the first Monday of August, to make entry of such matters and things as may be ordered by the said justice, and that "at each and every of such August session, all actions, pleas and other proceedings, relative to any cause, civil or military, shall be continued over to the ensuing February session."
This is simply substituting the February session, for jury trials , and trials where the pleadings are closed , and providing for a continuance of actions prepared for trial from the August session, to the February session, for which very weighty reasons may be assigned; and yet this is all the foundation there is for the assertion, that the sitting of the supreme court is suspended for the space of fourteen months . Such is the MISREPRESENTATION and FALSEHOOD of those who call themselves federalists, to impose upon and deceive the good people of the United States, serving eventually to render the very name of federalist odious.
The people of the United States will never submit to the inconveniences, the absurdities, and oppressions which would result from the consideration contended for, by the minority, in the late session of congress, and they have too much consideration and good sense to be driven into a civil war by those who may with to light the torch. P. P.
More Beauties of Federalism, or a Picture of the late Administration!
  Amount of monies expended over and above what was appropriated by law for removing the seat of government from Philadelphia to Washington. Dols. Cts. 32,872 34   Amount of monies yet unsettled for by Mr. Pickering, and which remain to his debit. 78,518 11   Amount of monies expended for the military and naval establishments more than was authorized by congress. 4,170,651 75   Money expended in purchasing navy yards unauthorised by law 135,846 92   Money expended in building the Laboratory, so called, on Schuylkill, also unauthorised, 152,608 5   Doll. 4,570,547 17 
In the above it will be seen we have not included the secret service money , Mr. Tracy's baks, nor Mr. M c Henry's. Aur.
"I tell you, Sir," said Mr. Adams, "you will one day be convinced with me that the people of America cannot be happy without an hereditary Chief Magistrate and Senate, or at least for life."—Is it not rather queer that Adams and Hamilton who agreed so well as to the conclusion, should differ about the premises? ib.
The TAXES.
The question has often been asked by federalists, if all the Internal Taxes are repealed, how is the Government to be supported? The administration has furnished an unequivocal answer: The retrenchments of unnecessary expenses—The saving already effected exceeds the nett product of all the internal taxes, more than Three Hundred Thousand Dollars!—Let the Federalists put those things together. [Gaz.
Not long since say a writer in the "Pittsfield Sun," the name of Democrat or Republican (which are the same) were the names by which the Federalists stigmatised the friends of Republican Government; but we observe of late those high toned Feds, in their papers, have surmised themselves Republican . Now, considering the different views of parties, this is as inconsistent, as for an Infidel to call himself an Infidel Christian , or as it would have been for one of the Tories, in the time of our Revolution, to have called himself a Tory Whig .
Among the citizens of Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Connecticut, how many does the minority consist of? On the question of erecting a marble statue to honor him who is above such praise, at an expense of twenty thousand dollars, in this federal State, there was a majority of two only in the present house of Representatives. [Bos. Chron.
It appears that twelve members of congress out of seventeen, in the state of New-York, are Republican; that in the state senate, which has heretofore been federal, there is now a majority of EIGHT, and in the assembly, a majority of THIRTY-FOUR Republicans. "What say you, gentlemen federalists, to this?—Is this advancing backward? Republicanism in that state was never so manifestly predominant as at present. Long live the Republic! " ib.
A true Story of a fellow who had more Wit than Honesty.
Not long since an artful rogue went into a house in this city, and proceeded directly up into a chamber where was an elegant bed and furniture, which he rolled up in a sheer, threw across his shoulder, and descended the stairs backwards; just as he had got upon the lower floor, the owner of the house entered, the fellow immediately marched forward as though he was going with his bundle into the house. The gentleman accosted him with "What have you there friend?" "The bed Sir, which you purchased at auction," answered the thief. "You must be mistaken, replied the gentleman, for I have purchased no bed at auction." With pretended surprize the villain kept to the door, and looking at the house, observed he "had mistaken the street," begged the gentleman's pardon, and escaped, unsuspected, with his booty. [Phila. pap.
GEORGIA LANDS.
The purchasers of Georgia lands are informed, that the State of Georgia has ceded all her claims to the lands aforesaid to the United States, and that by the cession the term of one year only from the time of making thereof is limited for the government of the United States to settle with the purchasers, and that the commissioners appointed by the government of the United States have expressed their willingness to treat immediately with the purchasers on terms of compromise, agreeably to an act of Congress authorising them so to do. [Am. D. Ad.
On the evening of the 29th April, when the illuminations took place in London on account of the Peace, the house of Wm. Cobbett, bookseller, in Pall-mall (the notorious Peter Porcupine ) in consistency with the same spirit of anti-pacific darkness which distinguished it on the former illumination for the signature of the preliminaries, remained inexorably OPAQUE . The mob, with equal consistency, took umbrage, and vented their indignation on the windows, sashes, shutters, and every thing about the front of the house that was not impregnable to bludgeons and paving stones. Lon. pap.
SAVANNAH, May 21.
Yesterday was executed on the South common, agreeable to the sentence of the last superior court held in this city, John Rice , for grand larceny. He was a native, we are informed, of North-Carolina or Virginia; had been an old offender against the laws of his God and of his country; and for a long time had practised in this city a series of villainy, seldom equalled—entering at night, by the aid of false keys, houses and stores, and deliberately and leisurely plundering the citizens of their property, to an unknown amount. He has left a wife and children, in this city, to lament his ignominious fate.
RALEIGH, (N. C.) June 8.
A few days ago, as Mr. William Weldon, of Warren county, was walking near a branch, he perceived a hen seized by a turtle. He hastened to relieve the hen; but on approaching her, she darted her bill into the socket of his eye, and holding by the ball, suspended herself and the turtle for some time; by which he has lost the sight of that eye.
NEWPORT, Saturday, June 26, 1802.
On Monday last, the Hon. General Assembly of this State met in this town. We do not learn that any business, of an important nature, has yet been laid before the House. They will probably this day adjourn to their fall session.
In the course of the session, the following bill was presented by Mr. Andrew Taylor of Little Compton.
WHEREAS it is necessary in all Republican governments, in order to preserve their purity and integrity, that the several branches thereof be kept independent of, and distinct from each other: And whereas we are taught by the example of monarchical governments, that the neglect of that principle introduces corruption, partiality and intrigue, and tends most manifestly to the subversion of the liberties of the people:—
Therefore be it enacted by this General Assembly, and by the authority thereof it is hereby enacted, That from and after the first day of January, 1803, no Member of either House of Assembly shall be eligible to any office in the gift or under the appointment of the General Assembly; nor shall any person, holding an office in the gift or under the appointment of the General Assembly, be eligible as a member of either House thereof.
A decision being called for, there appeared in favor of its passage 16, against it 43—Majority 27.
Accordingly the Bill was lost.
APPOINTMENTS by the PRESIDENT. General Commissioners of Bankruptcy.
Columbia District. William Thornton; John M. Gantt; Tristram Dalton, and Samuel Hanson. Rhode-Island District. Constant Taber; Samuel Vernon; Thomas Peckham, and Paul M. Mumford. Kentucky District.
John Rowan; James Morrison; Daniel Weisiger; A. Seitz; John Imton; John Bradford.
Silas Crane of New-Jersey, collector of Little-Egg harbor, vice William Watson, superintended for non-attendance on his duties.
John Heard of New-Jersey, collector of the port of Perth-Amboy, vice Daniel Marsh, deceased.
Robert Brent, Mayor of the City of Washington.
Thomas Monroe, Superintendant of the City of Washington.
A MAMMOTH GIRL.
A girl, seven years old, 4 feet 2 1/2 inches high, 4 feet 2 inches round the waist, weighing 140lbs. and remarkably active for her extraordinary size, will be exhibited in a house near Blandford tavern, during the races. The girl was raised in the county of Prince George (Virginia) and is really an object worthy the attention of the curious. [Petersb. Intel.
NEW DISCOVERY.
We understand the Rev. Burgess Allison, principal of the academy at Bordentown New-Jersey, has in the course of his chemical experiments, made a discovery by means of which all kinds of spirituous liquors may be freed from their disagreeable smell and taste, and rendered quite pure in the space of a few hours, so as to possess the qualities generally given by age.—This discovery must be of the greatest advantage to distillers, grocers, &c. who deal in spirits, as it is said, that at the small expence of about a cent per gallon, it can be increased nearly fifty per cent. in value. He has obtained a patent for said invention, and designs selling out rights immediately.
Philadelphia, June 15.
By the Snow George, Bell, from Cape Francois in ten days, we are informed that Toussaint had revolted, in consequence of which, three divisions of Leclerc's troops had been engaged with the blacks and very roughly handled—no quarters was given.
Washington June 16.
By a letter from a respectable gentleman residing at Cape Francois, dated the 23d of May 1801, we learn that the Yellow Fever, for what is there termed La Fievre Patricie et Maligne, has lately made great ravages in the town and harbor of the Cape, particularly among the troops. It is remarked, that there have been very few or no instances of its attacking the old inhabitants, from which it is inferred that the disorder does not originate so much from the impurity of the air, as from the imprudence of strangers. It is further said to prevail on shore, and on board the American shipping.
The letter, from which the above is an extract, takes no notice of the rumored defection of Toussaint, and his having defeated the French troops & taken two of the out-posts of the Cape. [Nat. Int.
Mr. Edward West, of Lexington, Kentucky, has invented a machine for cutting iron into nails, of any size, which he finished on the 13th ult. and in the presence of a number of gentlemen, made an experiment; when to the astonishment of the spectators, it cut 5 lbs. in 50 seconds; which is at the rate of 4320 lbs. in 12 hours! Mr. W. has sold his patent right for ten thousand dollars.
During the storm of yesterday, the Friends' Meeting-House in this town, was struck with lightning, and considerably damaged.
METEOROLOGICAL TABLE. Fahrenheit's Thermometer—1802.
   Day Thermometer Winds. Weather.     18 66 74 SE SE Fair Fair   19 68 73 Do. Do. Do. Cloudy   20 67 68 SW SW Cloudy Do.   21 74 75 N SE Fair Fair   22 68 80 SW SW Cloudy Do.   23 76 78 Do. Do. Do. Rain   24 71 76 NW Do. Do. Fair  
CUSTOM-HOUSE District of Newport, June 25.
   ENTERED. From     Sloop Flora, Shearman, New-York   — Eliza, Eveleth, Alexandria   — Nancy, Briggs, Richmond   — Washington, Heath, Providence   — Sally, Brown, Ditto   Schooner, Laura, Lyndon, Charleston   Brig Orange, Tripp, Guadaloupe   CLEARED. For   Sloop Lydia, Oxx, Bristol   Brig Alfred, Williams, Macias   — Sally, Hudson, Cape of G. Hope   — Rowena, Robins, Antwerp   Sloop Fame, Jafrio, New-York   Snow Mary, Burk, West-Indies   Sloop Lydia, Oxx, Bristol   — Betty, Remington, Bath   — Lady Washington, Winlow, N. York.  
To be Let,
EITHER the whole, or a part of a large convenient House, Garden, and Chaife House, with a good well of water, with or without Furniture, in Clarke-Street. Enquire of NICHOLAS GARRISON.
Newport, June 25, 1802. gitf
City of Jerusalem.
A MODEL of that ancient and oriental City, as it stood when our Saviour died upon Earth, or, as Josephus has described it, while it stood in its primitive State. The principal transactions of our Saviour, from the time of his being taken, until his Crucifixion. The glorious Temple of Solomon, with all its wonderful Out-Works, the fame of which, together with the amazing wealth and grandeur of King Solomon, drew Sheba, Queen of the South, to visit him at his Court, to behold its amazing wonders; and, on sight of them, confessed, that fame fell short of what she beheld, as it far exceeded her expectations.—This famous Model, being so well known in the United States, as well as in the West-Indies, and being the production of an American Artist, is allowed by all who have honored it with their company, to be a Master-Piece of Workmanship, so that a further comment is deemed unnecessary.
The whole of this Work is comprehended in 16 Feet by 9; and may be seen at the House of Mr. NICHOLAS GARRISON, in Clarke-Street, at the small Price of Twenty-five Cents for grown Persons (Half-price for Children) from ten o'clock in the morning, till ten in the evening.
Newport, June 21, 1802. gitf
The whole of the above description, is most elegantly carved in wood.
District of Rhode-Island.
NOTICE is hereby given to the Creditors of Michael Pitts, and John Chedel, of Providence, in the District of Rhode-Island, Traders, under the Firm of Pitts and Chedel, against whom a Commission of Bankruptcy hath been awarded and issued, that I have appointed Wednesday the 30th of June inst. at Eleven o'clock, A. M. at the Dwelling-House of Ezekiel Aldrich, Innholder, in Providence, for the hearing of the said Creditors against the allowance of a certificate of discharge given to said Bankrupts, under the hands and seals of the commissioners of said Bankrupts, dated the 18th inst. B. BOURNE, Circuit Judge. Bristol, June 18, 1802.
Notice is hereby Given
TO all Persons who have demands on the Estate of Steven Hall, Esq. late of North-Kington, deceased, to present them for settlement; and those indebted thereto, are called on to adjust the same, and make payment to the subscribers, within the time limited by law; or otherwise they will be precluded. ALMY HALL, Executrix. JOHN HALL, Executor. North-Kington, June 25, 1802. git
Ten Cents Reward.
RAN away from the subscriber on the 23d ult. an indented Negro wench, named SUKE, about 45 years of age. All persons are forbid trusting, harboring or employing her on penalty of the law. FARIGREEN WHITE. Tiverton, June 23, 1802. git
TO BE SOLD,
A FARM, lying in Brook-lyn, in the County of Windham and State of Connecticut. Said Farm contains 220 acres of excellent land, well proportioned for plowing, mowing, woodland, and pasture, of the best quality; with Two Dwelling Houses, and suitable Barns and out houses, with an Orchard that has never failed of making one hundred barrels of Cider in a year, and some years three hundred barrels. Said orchard contains the greatest variety of excellent fruit, (such as Pairs Peaches, Quinces, &c.) of any farm in the Country. The Turn-pike road leading from Norwich to Woodstock, runs through said farm.—It lies nearly square, and is well watered. Any Gentleman who wishes to purchase a good farm, may be accommodated, by calling on the subscriber, living on the premises. PETER SCHUYLER PUTNAM. Brooklyn, June 18, 1802. git
Brafs Foundery.
THE subscriber informs the public that he carries on the Brafs Foundery business in all its various branches, at his shop in Spring-Street, nearly opposite Mr. John Banister's.—He also Makes and Repairs House and Gun Locks. Those who may favor him with their custom, may depend on punctuality; and every favor will be acknowledged by the public's humble servant, WILLIAM TRICKETT, Newport, June 18, 1802. gitf
Just received, and for sale at this Office,
THE HISTORY
OF THE
ADMINISTRATION OF
JOHN ADAMS,
LATE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.
By JOHN WOOD,
Author of the Travels in Switzerland, and of the History of the Swiss Revolution.
Likewise,
THE NARRATIVE
OF THE
Suppression by Colonel Burr, Of the above History.
Also, for sale,
THE
Connecticut Dissenter's Strong Box,
By the Rev. JOHN LELAND,
Pastor of the Baptist Church in Cheshire, Mass.

An Excellent Thing!
TO THOMAS JEFFERSON. The humble Remonstrance and Petition of the Gentlemen who do the Anti-Republican Papers, SHREWETH, THAT, YOUR honor's Petitioners, coining supplies Of party malevolence, scandal and lies, By the ill-fated chance of your rise to your station, Have become the contempt and the scorn of the nation; And, maim'd by your talents, their desperate faction Is lopp'd of its limb, and unfitted for action.
That their ruin results from no fault of their own, Nor for want of strict vigilance are they undone; But Order and Justice to fully prevail, That their censure or slander will nothing avail.
That since the State-Ship, her helm manag'd by you, Clears Quicklands and Rocks, and keeps reckoning true, In all weathers so gallantly rides on the main, That the foul blasts of Calumny whistles in vain. The Oppression which rear'd its detestable head, Over-aw'd and confounded, in terror is fled, That Virtue her pinions expands with delight, And is warm'd from the orbit of reason & right: In short, things arrive at so dreadful a pitch, Their subscribers drop off, and they die in a ditch.
That to raise them once more, no good turn can be found, Unless they themselves in despair should turn round, The Republicans praise, and bespatter the Tory, And write panegyrics, and print in the Aurora; But to praise you would frustrate each future endeavor, Once known to tell truth, they are ruin'd for ever.
Your petitioners therefore, in terrible case, Entreat you to draw on yourself some disgrace; Be profuse from our coffers, involve us in blood, Be no longer intelligent, noble, and good; Do something unworthy—Or, sad to relate, Their vocation is ruin'd, and this is their fate; To leave plenty at home, seek their ill-gotten bread, In the land where their prototype Cobbett is fled. —At least if not crimes, let some errors be found, Your petitioners pray, as by interest they're bound.
ANECDOTES.
A CERTAIN divine in one of the West-India Islands read the Psalm one Sunday and sat down as usual, while it was sung. While his devotional choir was offering a tribute of praise to the king of kings he fell asleep. The music was ended and the people were waiting the word when the situation of its venerable dispenser was perceived by one of the deacons, who said to him in an audible voice "It is out!" (meaning the Psalm) "Is it," cried the parson, beginning to awake "then fill it up again" and charge it to Jim Bowers."
WHILE the celebrated Earl of Chesterfield was Secretary of State, under king George the second, he applied to his Majesty to appoint a man to fill a vacant office, when the king happened to be in a pet, said to him, "I care not who has the office, you may commission the Devil, if you please." "Very well, replied Chesterfield, I suppose your majesty would have the commission begin in the usual form, "Our trusty and well beloved cousin."
A LADY's age happening to be questioned, she affirmed she was but forty, and called upon a gentleman in the company, for his opinion. "Cousin" said he, "don't you believe I am right, when I say I am but forty?" "I am sure Madam" replied he, "I ought not to dispute it; for I have heard you constantly assert it for more than ten years."
FOR SALE, AT W. R. Wilder's Book Store,
ABOUT 500 Rolls PAPER HANGINGS, of last year's stock, which will be sold at cost. Also, this day received, and for sale as above, a very elegant assortment of PAPER HANGINGS of new Figures, which will be sold at the manufactory price. Newport, April 3, 1802. 79tf
Sail Making.
THE subscribers having entered into partnership, under the firm of Spooner and Dunham, hereby inform the Public, that they carry on the Sail-Making business, in its various branches, at their Sail Loft, on the wharf of the late Gen. John Melbone, at the South part of the town. Those who may favor them with their custom, may depend on punctuality and dispatch. All favors will be gratefully acknowledged, by WING SPOONER, 2d. CHARLES C. DUNHAM. Newport, April 3, 1802. 79tf
For Sale on Reasonable terms,
A Quantity of Window Frames and Sashes, for 7 by 9 and 6 by 8 Glass. Enquire of the Printer. Newport, May 21, 1802. 86tf
WILLIAM WILLBOR,
Has lately removed to a New Store on the South side the Ferry Wharf Lane, 3 doors East from the Main-Street, at the Sign of the Golden Fish, where he still carries on the Glazing Business in its various branches—and has for sale the following articles:—
WINDOW GLASS, of different sizes, by the Box, or smaller quantity, viz.—13 by 18, 12 by 16, 10 by 14, 10 by 13, 10 by 12, 9 by 11, 8 by 10, 7 by 9, & 8 by 6—Likewise, Sheet-Glass, cut in any form, or size—Putty by the quantity, or single pound.
He has also at retail— BRANDY, Rum, Gin, brown and white powder'd Sugar, Molasses, Flour, Rice, Sou-chong, Congo, & Bohea Teas, Chocolate, Coffee, Negro-head, cut, and Pigtail Tobacco, Segars, Raisins, Nutmegs, Cloves, Cinnamon, Mustard, Pepper, Ginger, Starch, Candles—Writing Paper, Dutch Quills, Best New-York Hard Soap, &c. &c. Newport, April 23, 1802. 82tf
John A. Shaw, & Co.
INFORM the public that they have taken a shop next door but one North of the Coffee-House, where they carry on the Watch-Making business in all its branches; and have for sale, warranted and common English and Geneva Watches, gold Necklaces, silver tea and table Spoons, Sugar-Tongs, &c.—Looking-Glasses, Tea-Trays, Waiters, Dressing-Cases, Plated and Wooden Castors, Suspenders, Knives and Forks, Globe Andirons, Shovel and Tongs, brass and japanned Lamps, Candlesticks, dart and common Walking Sticks, Scotch, Rappee & Makabau Snuff, Starch, Writing Paper, Dutch Quills, Britannia Coffee Pots, &c. &c. Together with an assortment of Jewellery and Perfumery. Cash given for old Gold and Silver. Punctual attendance will be given, and the smallest favors gratefully acknowledged. Newport, Feb. 12. 72tf
Wanted Immediately, ONE of the Narragansett breed of pacing Horses, or one that Trots and Paces, that is stout and active, well broke, free from faults, and from 5 to 7 years of age, for which a generous price will be given. A clear pacer would be preferred. Apply to JAMES TANNER.
To be Sold, A LOT of Land, containing upwards of 3 acres, fronting Tanner & Warner Street, with a House, well finished; paved Cellar; and never failing well of water. Also, a Stable and Chaise-House.—Likewise for sale, a Lot, fronting Broad-Street and Tanner Street, with a large commodious Dwelling-House; Shop, Stable, and Chaise-House. For terms, apply to OLIVER READ. Newport, March 20, 1802. 77tf
Entertainment,
BY RICHARD BARKER, at the House formerly occupied by Capt. Robert S. Potter, sign of the Anchor, a little south-east of the State House, where Ladies and Gentlemen may depend on being accommodated to their satisfaction. Punctual attendance will be given, and all favors gratefully acknowledged by the public's obedient servant. RICHARD BARKER. Newport, April 2, 1802. 70tf
SARAH HORSEFIELD
INFORMS the public, and her friends in particular, that she has on hand a good assortment of TIN WARE, which she will sell very cheap for Cash. She has also several articles of Household Furniture to dispose of, such as Beds, Chairs, Tables, &c. and a good Franklin Stove. She again requests all those who have any demands against the Estate of her late husband, Israel Horsefield, to bring them in for settlement; and those indebted to said Estate, are earnestly desired to make immediate payment to SARAH HORSEFIELD Executrix, or TIMOTHY HORSEFIELD, Executor. Newport, April 9, 1802. tf
Nicholas Webster,
INFORMS the Public, that he has opened a GROCERY STORE in Broad Street, in the house, late the property of Mr. Caleb Earl, where he has for Sale a general assortment of WEST-INDIA GOODS.
Among others, are the following articles: Rum, Brandy, Gin, Cherry-Rum, Molasses, Flour, Rye and Indian Meal, Teas of various kinds, Coffee, Chocolate, Raisins, Currents, Pepper, Ginger, Allspice, Cinnamon, Nutmegs, Butter, Cheese, Candles, Onions, Tobacco, Snuff, Powder and Shot, Lamp-Oil, Loaf and Brown Sugars, &c. &c.—ALSO, A general and extensive variety of Crockery and Hard Ware; Men's and Women's Shoes, &c. &c. with many other articles, too tedious to mention; all which will be sold at the most reduced prices. Newport, Nov. 21. 8tf
For Sale, by the Subscriber, BETWEEN one and two thousand weight of Oakum, which will be disposed of, either in large or small quantities, as may best suit purchasers. Cash, and the highest price, given for old JUNK, as usual. JOHN WILLIAMS, Keeper of the Work-House. Newport, Feb. 12. 72tf
Wanted Immediately,
A Journeyman BOOK-BINDER, to whom good wages will be given—Enquire at this Office.
John Mosher & Company,
INFORMS the Public, that they have purchased the Trading Stock of Thomas Green, and continue the business in the same Store.
Said Mosher & Co. would also inform the Public, that they have reduced the prices of said Stock to very low rates, and have just received a very handsome supply of fresh
Spring Goods; Which, in addition to the old Stock, makes the Assortment complete—all which they are determined to sell
VERY CHEAP FOR CASH. The smallest favors will be most gratefully acknowledged.
All those indebted to THOMAS GREEN, on Note or Book account, are desired to make payment to said MOSHER, & Co. who are empowered to settle the same. Newport, May 20, 1802. 86tf
Wm. Moore, jun. & Co.
HAVE FOR SALE, At their Store near the Red Market, A NEW and General Assortment of Seasonable
DRY GOODS;
A few Boxes English and American
HATS;
A Large Stock of Cutlery, Hard-Ware, and GROCERIES, WHOLE-SALE and RETAIL, warranted as Cheap as at any Store in the State.
ALSO— 20 Hhds. Good flavor'd Tobago RUM. 8 Do. Antigua and Jamaica RUM. 4 Pipes Holland GIN. 3000 wt. COFFEE. A few Chests TEA. 50 Kgs Negro head TOBACCO. A few Bags of PIMENTO. —LIKewise—
On Credit, for approved Notes payable at Bank, if applied for soon, 20 Hhds. good retailing Molasses, SWEDES IRON, per Ton, or single Hundred. Newport, May 5, 1802. 62tf
Clark Bliss
INFORMS his friends, and the public, that he has removed from Banister's wharf, to the dwelling-house belonging to Capt. Caleb Gardner, in Thames-Street, formerly occupied by Capt. Wing Spooner—where he has for sale, a General Assortment of
West-India Goods:
Among others, are the following articles, viz. Brandy, West-India Rum, 4th proof do. Gin, New-England Rum, Wines of different kinds, Molasses, Loaf and Brown Sugars, Coffee, Teas, of various kinds, Chocolate, Raisins, Pepper, Allspice, Cinnamon, Nutmegs, Flour, Rye and Indian Meal, Butter, Cheese, Soap, and Candles—various kinds of Glass Ware, Stone Ware, Knives, and Forks, Jack Knives, Pen Knives, large and small Spoons, Chest Locks and Files, Crockery and Tin Ware, Axes, Hatchets and Hoes, Men's and Boys Shoes, Corks, Brimstone, Lampblack, Stone Lime, Lamp Oil, Powder, Shot and Flint, Fishing Lines of various kinds, Leads and Hooks, deep sea Leads and Lines, Bellows, metal Tea Pots, writing Paper, wrapping paper by the ream, Bed Cords, Log Lines, Matlings, seamen's Chests, Oak Kegs holding from one quart to six gallons, Buckets, Coffee and Pepper ready ground for use; and a number of other Articles not mentioned.—Captains of vessels, and others, may be supplied on the shortest notice, and every favor gratefully acknowledged. Newport, May 7, 1802. 84tf
John & Henry Cahoon,
HAVE FOR SALE, At their STORE on Banister's Wharf,
BROWN SUGAR, by the barrel or box; Molasses, by the hogshead; Flour, by the barrel; Powder, by the cask; Sheathing-Paper, by the hundred; Candles, by the box; Iron Caboose; and genuine SPANISH SEGARS.—Also, HONEY, by the barrel or gallon—New-York Soap, by the box—Negro-Head Tobacco—Best 4th proof Jamaica Rum—Iron Stoves—Salt-Peter'd Hams—Butter, and Hog's Lard, &c.—LIKewise,
LIQUORS, of the best kind, a general Assortment—and various other Articles in the Grocery Line—a complete Assortment of which they propose to be constantly supplied with.
MASTERS of Packets, Passengers, &c. may be Supplied at said Store, on the shortest Notice—with any Article they may want—and their Favors gratefully Acknowledged.
GREEN CHAIRS, per Dozen—Bar-Iron, per Hundred wt.—Midlings and Corral, per barrel—Onions, per Hundred bunches, or smaller quantities—LOAF-SUGARS, and a variety of the best of TEAS. Newport, Feb. 20, 1802. 3tf
TO BE SOLD,
A FARM,
LYING in Exeter, State of Rhode-Island, about six miles from Wickford, containing 180 acres of good Land, with two Dwelling-Houses, and other out buildings. It may be purchased together, or in separate divisions. Payment will be made easy.—Also,
A share in the Ohio Company, containing nearly Twelve Hundred Acres of excellent Land. For further particulars apply to PARDON TILLINGHAST. Exeter, Feb. 25. 50tf
LUMBER.
THE subscribers, having entered into Co-partnership under the firm of Sheldon & Ruggles, would respectfully inform the public, that they have taken Wickham's wharf, next southward of Col. Sherburne's, where they have for sale on reasonable terms, a complete assortment of Eastern and other Lumber—such as merchantable pine Boards & Plank, clear Boards, clear Joist—merchantable pine Do. square Oak-Timber, pine Do. spruce Do. Oak Joist, Hemlock Do. Spruce Do. Birch and Beech 3-inch Plank for bedheads; red Cedar, locust and white Cedar Posts, for garden fences; Cedar & Pine Clapboards; good Kennebec and other Shingles and Laths, &c.—Lumber of any dimension or kind can be procured from the Eastern country at short notice.
They also have for sale West-India Rum by the Hogshead or Barrel; New-England Do. Sugars by the Hogshead or Box; Molasses by the Hogshead; Cordage of all sizes by the cwt. or smaller quantity; Nails of all sizes; Pitch, Tar and Turpentine, &c. DANIEL SHELDON, BENJAMIN RUGGLES. Newport, May 15, 1801. 9tf
REAL Port Wine, in quarter and half quarter Casks,
Málaga ditto ditto, 30 Casks Raisins, 40 Boxes Muscatel ditto, 10 ditto Jordan shelled Almonds, 20 Jars Málaga Grapes, Turkey Figs of the nicest quality, Málaga ditto in frails, 10 Cases Creme de Noyau Cordial, 1 Butt Currants, Prime Nutmegs—Mace—Cloves—Cassia—Cinnamon, Madeira Citron, India Preserves in Jars, viz. Ginger—Citron—Lemon and Lime. The above Articles are of the latest Importation. —A L S O—
A few Puncheons Antigua Rum, Black Pepper in bags, Best green Coffee ditto, Kgs of English Mustard, Salt-Petre by the cwt. Wrapping Paper per ream, Spanish Flute—French & Carolina Indigo, &c. For Sale, by HAZARD & GARDNER. Newport, Jan. 20, 1802. 18tf
NICOLAS GEFFROY,
Watch-Maker, in Newport,
HAS Constantly on hand, an elegant assortment of warranted, and common English, and Geneva Watches and Time-Pieces, which he will sell on reasonable terms.
He also carries on the Goldsmith's & Silversmith's Business, in all its branches, and likewise will make, or repair, any kind of Jewellery, in the neatest fashion.
He has likewise for Sale, Wholesale and Retail, all kinds of Jewellery, imported and of the latest fashion; officers' gold and silver epaulets; plated and brass candlesticks; plated and Britannia tea-pots; disks, small spoons and bangers; plated butts, stirrups and spurs; tea-trays; castors andirons, shovel and tongs; cutlery ware of all kinds; night and day spy-glasses; ladies and gentlemen's pocket books; dressing-glasses & suspenders; trusses; horse-rivets; razors; Hopkin's famous razor-strops; best Beaver hats; perfumery of all kinds, from London and Paris; hair-powder; starch; Barley-sugar, and sugar plums; Spanish Jigars; best Makaban & Scotch snuff; and a great variety of other articles, too numerous to insert in an Advertisement. Newport, May 13, 1802. 19tf
For Sale,
SEVERAL Lots of Land, lying between the Rev. Mr. Hopkin's Meeting House, and the Stone Mill, on Mill Street.—Enquire of JOHN BANISTER. Newport, March 29, 1802. 79
CASH, PAID FOR
LINEN & WOOLEN RAGS, BY
Christopher C. Olney,
Delivered at his Mills, or at his Paper Warehouse,
WHERE he has for sale, at wholesale and retail, all kinds of Paper, viz. Foolscap Writing-Paper, No. 1 and 2.—Vellum Letter-do.—Pot-do.—Wrapping do.—Bonnet do.—Clothier's do. 1st quality.—Sheathing, with and without Sand.—Book Binder's Boards.—Candle Paper, and Sugar Loaf Blue.—ALSO, A complete Assortment of Blank Account and Record Books.—LIKewise
Account Books made and ruled to any pattern, to suit the purchaser.—A complete Assortment of School Books, and Stationary of all kinds, &c.
Also, Warranted Chocolate, by the Box, or Pound, Cocoa Shells, by the Bag. N. B. Wanted, one or two Boys, from 12 to 14 years of age, as Apprentices to the Paper-making and Clothing business.—To such great encouragement will be given. Providence, March 3, 1802. 74tf
FOR SALE,
The staunch Sloop LOUISA,
BURTHEN 74 tons, five years old, now lying at Stevens' wharf; in complete order, and is ready to receive a cargo immediately. Inventory may be seen, by applying to either of the Subscribers.
ROBERT LAWTON, BENJAMIN MARSHALL. Newport, June, 23, 1801. 89