Rhode-Island Republican (Newport, R.I.), 1803-02-26 00:00:00

Rhode-Island Republican.
AN INDISSOLUBLE UNION OF THE STATES, IS ESSENTIAL TO THEIR LIBERTY AND EXISTENCE.—WASHINGTON.
Published weekly, by OLIVER FARNSWORTH, (Printer to the STATE, and of the LAWS of the UNITED STATES,) Thames-Street, NEWPORT.
FOR SALE, BY SIMEON MARTIN, SIXTY Hds. good retailing Molasses, Two tons Hart, Club, and Halbeek Steel...
NICOLAS GEFFROY, Watch-Maker, in Newport, HAS Constantly on hand, an elegant assortment of warranted, and common English, & Geneva Watches & Timepieces...
Nathaniel Nason, RESPECTFULLY informs the public, that he has removed from the house of his father David Nason, to the shop of Mr. Thomas Rowland...
Public Entertainment. THE subscriber informs the Public that he has opened a House of Entertainment in Water-Street, in the town of WARREN...
SIMON DAVIS HAS FOR SALE, ST. Croix Rum by the Hoghead, 2d and 3d proof, Antigua Rum, ditto, ditto, Retailing Molasses, ditto, ditto...
To be SOLD or LET, IF applied for soon, two Lots of Land, No. 3 and No. 5—situate a little to the Eastward of Mr. Francis Brinley's Ropewalk...
Joseph W. Paul & Co. Have for sale at their Store on Banister's Wharf, A GENERAL and genuine assortment of Groceries, as low as can be purchased in this town.
TO THE PUBLIC. Newport Long-Wharf, No. 12. Keyes and Brigham, Have constantly for sale, PRIME and mels PORK—prime mels, mels and prime BEEF...
FOR SALE, THE real estate of Pleg Allen, late of Middletown, deceased, (about four miles from the State house in Newport, adjoining the road,) consisting of between fifty and sixty acres of land...
W. R. WILDER, BOOKSELLER & STATIONER, Has Removed to the Store next Door North of Messrs. Gibbs & Channing's, WHERE he offers for sale, many thousand Volumes of BOOKS...
To be Sold or Let, A WELL-finished Dwelling-House, situated on Thames-Street, opposite Mr. Robert Stevens'—Also a new Store, adjoining the yard and garden...
State of Rhode-Island & Providence Plantations, NEWPORT ss. County of Newport, Feb. 8, 1803. WHEREAS Thomas Wheeler, of Tiverton, in the county of Newport, hath filed his petition in the Clerk's office of the Supreme Judicial Court...
WHEREAS the Court of Probate for the town of Richmond, hath appointed the subscribers Commissioners, to examine the claims of the creditors to the estate of Robert Wilcox, late of Richmond, deceased...
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 Gideon Cornell, jun. of said Newport, Hatter, deceased...
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.
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.
TO BE SOLD, OR LET, A FARM, LYING in Exeter, State of Rhode-Island, about six miles from Wickford, containing 175 acres of good Land, with a Dwelling-House, and other out buildings.
A share in the Ohio Company, containing nearly Twelve Hundred Acres of excellent Land. For further particulars apply to PARDON TILLINGHAST.
From the (New Jersey) True American. TO THE FRIENDS.—No. 2. Messrs. Printers,
IN a few lines I wrote you the last week, I expressed my surprise that Friends, who profess such peaceful and benevolent principles—who practice such industry and economy—should support measures of John Adams, lately President of these United States...
Friends have always been remarkable for their quiet, orderly behaviour, and for their cheerful support of the Government under which they lived. When these States declared themselves independent, many Friends adhered to the Mother country from a conscientious persuasion that they ought not to assist in pulling down and setting up governments.

—Friends! look well to it—consider well what you are doing. Don't let party spirit lead you astray from your principles. Don't be deceived by unprincipled men. Examine for yourselves, and walk in the path in which you shall be guided by the light which is within your breasts, and which will conduct you aright if you permit it to shine unclouded by prejudice and improper views.—If a tyranny should ever be established in this country, who would be its first victims? Who would voracious Wolves seize upon first, but defenceless sheep? Remember that all other persuasions stand a better chance under a tyrannical government than you do, because they can defend themselves, which your pacific principles will not permit you to do. It is therefore more to your interest than to the interest of any other people to support and preserve the free and peaceful government under which we now happily live. And if this government is destroyed by your acquiescing in the attempts of ambitious men to destroy it, I am at a loss to know how you will answer for your conduct to your own consciences, to your posterity, or to our bountiful Creator, who has conferred on us so many and peculiar blessings.
Some Friends say they don't like Thomas Jefferson, because he is a Deist. I don't know what right people who profess one belief, have to question the belief of another. I look upon it that Thomas Jefferson, and every other man, must answer to his all-wise Creator, and not to his frail fellow-mortals, for his belief, be it what it may. But how do Friends know that Thomas Jefferson is a Deist? They have heard some body say so, who probably knows nothing about his religious belief, and says so only to answer some party purpose. And will Friends condemn a man without any proof of his guilt, when his whole life gives the lie to his accusers? The Scriptures inform us, "a tree is known by its fruit," and that we are to judge of men by their works. If we adopt this sacred rule, and I defy all the calumniators of the President to prefer a better one, we shall find that Thomas Jefferson is a good Christian. He is constant in his attendance upon worship. He is pure in his conversation, using no oaths or vain language. He is plain in his apparel, and meek and mild in his manners. His conduct is rigidly moral, and he is punctual to his promises and engagements. His benevolence has been felt by many of his fellow-creatures in distress, and his soul seems to embrace the whole human race as his brethren—as children of the same great and good Parent. He is never known to speak ill of any person, even of his worst enemies; and every act of his life seems to be squared by the golden rule of doing unto others as he would have them do unto him.—I feel convinced, that if Friends only knew his real character, they would not have a doubt of his religious principles, and would love and support him heartily; for such fruit as is above described, is not gathered from thorns and thistles.
I with Friends in this State would set seriously about enquiring into political matters, and see if they have not been grievously deceived by artful and unprincipled men. Friends have always been in favor of religious toleration and civil liberty, and I am sure in my own mind that if they were rightly informed they would not be found aiding men who would if they had but the power, drag to the fluke all who differ from them in religious opinions, and fix the fetters of slavery on their fellow-citizens.
A Friend to Republican Government.
MISSIONARY SOCIETY
For propagating the GOSPEL in Foreign parts.
Accounts having appeared in the newspapers, of a deputation from the Missionary Society of London being sent to France, the following, we understand, is a correct state of the report they have made to the Society. The chief objects they had in view was to print and circulate an edition of the New-Testament, and along with it the translation of an essay on its divine authority, lately published, at their desire by Mr. Bogue of Gosport. They succeeded in both objects. A respectable member of the Legislative Assembly has undertaken the translation of the essay; and he, with some other persons of not less note, appear to be warmly interested in the views of the Society. An Italian Bishop, who suffered three years imprisonment during the revolution, and lost of all his property, expresses great zeal in the cause; he has undertaken the translation of Mr. Bogue's essay into the Italian language, and is very desirous to co-operate, in any proper plans, to spread pure and scriptural religion in France and Italy. It required a search of four days, among the book-sellers of Paris, before a copy of the Bible could be found; but when the report got abroad of the Society's intention to publish, one bookseller ordered 1500 copies and offered such terms, that they find they can dispose of 5000 copies, not only without expence, but with some profit. They have, therefore, determined to print the whole Scriptures immediately, and also some plain and approved treatises, relating to religion, in the French and Italian languages. The number of nominal Protestants, in Paris alone, they report to be from 30,000 to 40,000, but in general deplorably ignorant of the nature and effects of the religion they profess. It appears however that not only they, but many of the Catholics, are eager, to procure the Scriptures; and that the Protestant worship both in France and Piedmont, is fully tolerated and quite public. In this latter country, the deputation reports from good authority, that there is perfect facility to spread instruction, and eager desire, both there and at Naples to receive it. In Turin, in particular, they are informed, that there are a considerable number of persons who will give their aid to diffuse it. A respectable friend in France being of opinion that he can find several young men of piety, and of sufficient capacity, to be instructed with a view to their preaching the Gospel in their native country, the Society have
determined to adopt six young men, well recommended, and to obtain for them proper instruction, that they may be qualified to exercise the Protestant Ministry in France. A correspondence is opening among the Protestants in every part of that country, which they hope, will revive and extend true religion, so long persecuted or forgotten. The Society have determined to publish an address to the Protestants, for the purpose of calling forth the exertions of those who are sincere among them, in the cause of pure and undefiled religion; and they have appointed the Rev. Samuel Tracy, a gentleman of approved character and abilities, to reside as agent for the Society in Paris, for six months, for the purpose of forwarding the plans the deputation have set on foot, and the Society have approved.—They have also instituted an enquiry respecting the price of a church, which they intend to purchase, that public worship may be conducted by him; where, it is expected that not Protestants only, but Catholics, will attend. In this they express their persuasion, that the friends of christianity in Britain will afford them liberal pecuniary aid. The deputation adds, that there are not only evident proofs of a leaning towards the Protestant cause, on the part of the present Government of France, probably for political views, but that a favourable prepossession towards it exists among a considerable portion of the people. The deputies are every where received with welcome; and they even say, that they hope that their visit, universally, ascribed to disinterested philanthropy, has been the means of exciting considerable impulse in the minds of many in favour of genuine Christianity.
[Poulton.]
BOSTON February 17.
Population and Improvements
Of the Western Country, claiming the right to navigate the Mississippi, derived from good authority.
Vessels built in 1802, at Pittsburg, on the Ohio river, 2200 miles above New-Orleans, viz—
1 ship 280 tons burthen—1 brig 120 do. 1 schooner 90 do. Ordered to be built, at the same place during the present year—1 ship 350 tons—1 do. 200 do.—1 brig 120 do. and 3 sloops.
At Marietta, built in 1802—1 ship 420 tons—1 brig 120 do. and now on the stocks 3 brigs of 100 tons each, and 1 sloop of 80 tons.
At Louisville (Ky.) built in 1802—1 ship 220 tons, and now on the stocks 1 ship 200 do. A schooner was also built at Wheeling, and 1 sloop at Frankfort. The sails of these vessels have been procured from Philadelphia and Baltimore. Cables and all other necessary cordage furnished from the rope-walks established at Lexington and Frankfort in Kentucky; Where good hemp can at all times be purchased at from 80 to 90 dollars per ton.
Numerous and extensive iron works have been established on the streams running into the Ohio, at which the price of bar iron is from 100 to 120 dollars per ton. In Kentucky, and in the State of Ohio, fresh beef may be purchased in any quantity, at from 2 1/2 to 2 3/4 dollars per 100 wt.; and pork at 2 dollars per 100 wt. Indian corn at from 10 to 15 cents per bushel. Flour at from 3 to 4 dollars per barrel. The whole expence of transportation of flour from the Ohio to New Orleans is from 1 to 1 1/2 dollars per barrel. Salt sufficient for the consumption of the inhabitants is manufactured from salt-water springs, found in different parts of the Western Country. The wages of a day-labourer 50 cents and found. Tradesmen and mechanics of every description in great demand, especially in the State of Kentucky.
It appears from the second census of the inhabitants of the United States, that in the year 1800, when the enumeration was made, the population of the Western Country, comprehending the States of Kentucky, Tennessee and Ohio; the western counties of Virginia and Pennsylvania, and the Mississippi, and Indiana Territories, amounted to upwards of six hundred thousand souls. From indisputable authority it is stated, that no less than 250 sail of vessels entered at the port of New-Orleans within the last year.
Chron.
The attempts of the Federalists to plunge us into hostilities, by seizing New-Orleans, instead of negotiating on that subject, confirms the opinion of the Republicans, that federal policy naturally leads to war, debt and taxation. The superior wisdom of the Republican system, in these respects, become every day more and more manifest and incontestible. The friends of peace and plenty must rejoice in its prevalence.
The beneficial effect of the Republican system, in preserving peace, promoting liberty, abolishing unnecessary offices, disbanding useless troops, diminishing burthensome taxes, and yet sinking instead of swelling the public debt; begin to be so visible and undeniable, as to extort compliments from many, who have heretofore opposed the present administration. This fact is observable in almost every circle of conversation; and the reader has probably noticed it.
President Jefferson is a regular attendant on public worship. He contributes largely (probably more so than any citizen of Massachusetts) to the support of it. In his messages he recommends religion; expresses a sense of dependence on the Supreme Being for all our blessings; acknowledges our consequent obligations, and inculcates the duty of gratitude for divine favors. For which of all these things do our political christians condemn him.
The federal intrigue to secure Mr. Burr for President, in preference to Mr. Jefferson, who was the known object of a majority of the Electors and of the Nation, and that upon secret and venal terms, must in the impartial records of history, stamp infamy upon the party who attempted such a weak and wicked scene
of corruption. It is an instructive subject; and ought not to be easily forgotten or forgiven. Mr. Paine's comments on that disgraceful page of our political history, carry irresistible conviction to every candid mind. The candid of all parties ought to join in execrating the measure.
Early on Tuesday sen'night a fire broke out in the southernmost building of the Quaker academy, in Fourth, below Chestnut-street, Philadelphia. The whole contents of the house, including many valuable books, and astronomical apparatus to the value of 500 guineas, were devoured by the flames.
FEDERAL INTEGRITY.
Extract of a letter from Albany, to the Editor, dated February 1.
"Early in the session strong suspicions were entertained that the Treasurer of the State, who you know is a federalist , has not been quite as faithful to his trust as he ought to have been; it was thought that he had made free with about twenty two thousand pounds. A joint committee of both Houses was appointed to examine the state of the treasury and report thereon. Yesterday the committee reported to the astonishment of the members of both branches. By this report, which, notwithstanding the scandalous conduct of the Treasurer, is mild and candid, it appears that there is an unaccounted for balance against him, an absolute deficiency, of near thirty four thousand dollars! Thus you see that Republican vigilance, seeking to reform abuses committed by federalists when in power in the general as well as in the state governments, is every day finding out depredations they have been guilty of, and rectifying their mal-conduct. The joint committee strenuously recommended the appointment of another Treasurer."
"After the report was made, Mr. McClallen, the innocent federal Treasurer, who never polluted his fingers with the money of the Treasury, very modestly resigned his office."
Contrast—real judge for yourselves.
Under the former administration, the National Debt increased almost a million of Dollars a year, upon an average; and according to their system, there was no rational probability that it would ever be reduced a cent. On the first of January 1790, when it was completely funded, it was dollars, 69,740,366 27 cents. January 1st, 1801, it was dollars, 80,161,207 60 cents, an increase of dollars, 10,420,841 33 cents in eleven years, or dollars, 947,319 21 cents average annual increase. The present administration, notwithstanding their abolition of all the internal taxes, have been enabled, as the President officially assures us in his late Message, "to answer all the regular exigencies of government, to pay from the Treasury, within one year, upwards of eight millions of dollars, and interest of the public debt, exclusive of upwards of one million paid by the sale of bank stock, and making in the whole a reduction of nearly five millions and a half of principal, and to have now in the Treasury, four millions and a half of dollars, which are in a course of application to the further discharge of debt, and current demands." Here is demonstration. Federalists , behold, in this contrast, an absolute contradiction of your predictions, and a mathematical refutation of your system. Republicans , rejoice in the actual fulfilment of your most sanguine expectations, and the practical confirmation of your principles. Fellow-Citizens, of all political denominations, attend to official statements; be convinced by facts, and instructed by experience. If it is not a clear, established, unequivocal dictate of interest, and therefore of duty, to support Republican men and measures, in preference to modern Federalists , "calculation is a cheat and arithmetic a liar."
[SUN.]
FRANKFORT, (Kentucky) Jan. 13.
Tuesday last was appointed for holding the first General Election within the State of Ohio. Doctor EDWARD TIFIN, of Chillicothe, we understand was a candidate for the office of Governor. He is undoubtedly elected.—The President, it is said, would not nominate a successor to Governor St. Clair, lest it might have a tendency to bias the minds of the citizens in favor of the person selected to administer the government. This delicate forbearance is an additional proof of the purity of his republican principles.
Jan. 20.—We have been favored by his excellency Gov. Garrard, with a light of the Adjutant General's return of the Militia of this State for 1802, from which we find that the whole number of men, including officers, amount to twenty six thousand six hundred and five. We are pleased to discover that the deficiency of arms is not so great as was apprehended. From the return, it appears that we possess eleven thousand one hundred and fifty seven rifles, and two thousand nine hundred & twenty three muskets.
When it is considered that the western country produces abundance of lead and materials for the manufacture of gun powder—marksmen equal to any in the world, and a hardy race of men, inferior to none in courage and activity—we see no reason to fear an appeal to arms, with any power, that has dared, or may hereafter attempt to trample on the rights which the most solemn treaties have recognized.
NOTICE.
ALL persons having any demands against the estate of Mr. Nicholas Garrison, late of Newport, deceased, are hereby notified to bring them in to the subscriber for settlement; and those indebted to said estate, are desired to make immediate payment to
DEBORAH GARRISON, Executrix. Newport, Feb. 12, 1803. [24]
Almanacks, for 1803, FOR SALE AT THIS OFFICE.
William Moore, jun. & Co.
HAVE FOR SALE, At their STORE on the Ferry Wharf—a general Assortment of GROCERIES,—SHIP CHANDLERY,—HARD WARE, &c.
Which they will dispose of on as reasonable terms as at any Store in Newport, by wholesale and retail—among which are the following articles:—
40 Hhds. good retail- ing MOLASSES, Holland GIN, West-India RUM, BRANDY, Loaf & brown SUGAR Hyson-skin, Souchong, and Bohea TEAS, COFFEE, GINGER, PEPPER, PIMEN- TO, STARCH, Cassie & N.Y. SOAP, MUSTARD, COPPERAS, Sherry WINE, Malaga do. Spanish flote INDIGO CASSIA, ALLUM, SNUFF, BRIMSTONE, Wool & Cotton Cards, TOBACCO, 7 by 9 GLASS, COTTON WOOL, German and blister'd STEEL, NAILS—assorted, GLASS WARE, FLOUR, CANDLES 6 tons assorted IRON, per ton or hundred, &c. &c. &c.
LIKEWISE,
A great variety of DRY GOODS, suitable for the season.
20 Firkins good BUTTER, 12 Kegs Hog's LARD, for shipping, or home-consumption. Newport, Dec. 4, 1802. [14tf]
Adjourned Sale.
WILL be sold at Public Auction, on Friday, the first of April next (if fair, if not, the first fair day,) unless previously disposed of at private sale, a new two story Dwelling-House, with four rooms on a floor; together with a Lot of Land, 60 feet front, with a two story Shop thereon, calculated for a dwelling-house, having a cellar under it, situate on Spring-Street, near the State-House. Sale to be on the premises, at Eleven o'clock A. M. where the conditions of payment will be made known.
GARDNER & DEAN, Auct'rs. Newport, Feb. 12, 1803. [124]
N. B. Any person wishing to purchase at private sale, may know the terms, by applying to Gardner & Dean; or to Robert Lawton, Jr. living on the premises.
HEAR YE!
TO be sold, and possession given the 25th of March next, One Hundred and Fifty acres of Land of the first quality, lying in South-Kingstown, (Boston Neck)—about half a mile south of Gardner's Ferry, commonly known by the name of the Bonnet farm—and is bounded as follows: Westerly, partly on the Westquagge pond; partly on land of Simeon Potter, and partly on land of George Brown: Southerly, on the ocean: Easterly, on the Narragansett Bay, and Northerly on land of the subscriber. Its local situation is far preferable to any in said town.—It is well watered in six divisions, with double wall. For fishing and fowling, none is superior in the State, the pond abounding with perch of an excellent kind, and fowl of a great variety.—The beach affords an inexhaustible source of sea manure, such as rock & rabin weed, and sea curill. There are two living springs of water on the premises. An indisputable title will be given, and the mode of payment made easy to the purchaser: The terms may be known by applying to
JOHN GARDNER. South-Kingstown, Dec. 3, 1802. [14tf]
ISAAC SMALL,
INFORMS his friends, and the public, that he has taken his stand in Marlboro'-Street, near the Friends' Meeting-House, where he carries on the
Windsor-Chair Making Business, in its various branches—where he has for sale, all kinds of Windsor Chairs and Sets, of the newest fashions, and of the best quality. Also, old Chairs repaired and painted, and made to look as well as new. All orders strictly attended to, and the smallest favors gratefully acknowledged. All kinds of turning done at the above shop, with neatness and dispatch.
Newport, Jan. 22, 1803. [120]
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.
EDMUND TOWNSEND, } Commissioners. THOMAS PECKHAM, } All persons indebted to said estate, are requested to make immediate payment to MERIBETH EASTON, } DAVID BUFFUM, } Executrix. JOHN SLOCUM, } Newport, 4th Mo. 5, 1803. [82tf]
To be Sold or Let,
And entered upon the 25th of March next,
A FARM, in East Greenwich, in that part called Frenchtown, containing about 140 acres of excellent land, with a good dwelling-house, Barn, Crib, Cooper's Shop, & Cyder-shed.—It is pleasantly situated, well wooded and watered, with plenty of orcharding. A Grist Mill and one third of a Saw Mill, belonging to said premises. Any person inclining to purchase, or hire, may know the terms by applying to the Subscriber, on said premises. BENJAMIN TILLINGHAST. East-Greenwich, Dec. 18, 1802. [117tf]

PETERSBURGH, (Russia) Nov. 12. The 25th ult. a severe shock of an earthquake was felt at Moscow; the walls of several houses were split, a number of houses thrown down, and innumerable windows shattered. Many people of credit assert, that they felt the shock here the same day, but not to a violent degree. This is the first earthquake ever experienced either here or at Moscow. It is remarkable that this phenomenon extended so far, that it was not only perceptible at Warsaw, but at Smolensk, Białystok, Tarnopol, Cracow, Hradec, Hermannstadt, Lemberg, &c.
The Day of Algiers is stated to have had an interview some time since, with the British Consul and Sir Hugh Barlow, when he demanded a change of the British passports, and the payment of a debt which he asserted to be due to him to the amount of 50,000l. threatening war, in the event of a refusal, or of delay beyond the close of the present year.
From Lisbon under date of the 2d inst. we learn, that a convention has been signed at Madrid, between the agents of America and Spain, for the appointment of Commissioners, to sit at Madrid for the indemnification of those who have suffered losses or injuries in consequence of excesses of individuals of either nation during the late war, contrary to the existing treaty, or the law of nations. It is added, that five Tri-poline vessels were at sea, cruising against the American trade.
The Emperor of Morocco lately sent a vessel of 16 guns to Lisbon to demand from the Portuguese government a number of cables and anchors, which were of necessity immediately furnished.
A private letter from Paris says, that a new expedition of no less than 20,000 men, is about to be sent from France to St. Domingo.
LONDON, Dec. 30.
A private letter from Barcelona, speaks in terms of admiration of the entry of their Catholic Majesties into that city. This journey excited the attention of the kingdom, and attracted a vast concourse of people from every part. The King's suit comprised about 4000 persons, and was preceded by 500 light waggons, drawn by mules, carrying their clothes, &c. The triumphal car, in which the royal pair entered town, was covered with sheets of gold, sustaining at the top a crown of diamonds of immense value. The car was drawn by Knights richly dressed and followed by the guards splendidly attired. The procession lasted upwards of two hours, and the enthusiasm of the people on this occasion was excessive. On the day following, their Majesties went to hear mass, when the crowd was so great, that several persons were crushed to death. Eight thousand persons dined daily at the King's table, and the expenses were discharged in specie. A frigate has been sent round with several millions of piasters for the purpose.
ROTTERDAM, Dec. 14.
An Earthquake has been experienced at Algiers. The shock continued 40 minutes. A village, about six leagues from Algiers, containing 200 houses, was destroyed, and all the inhabitants perished. It does not appear, that Constantinople has been destroyed—a severe Earthquake has indeed been felt there.
The following particulars, received from Perna-adia, of Nov. 18, afford some information, as to the effect of the late Earthquake at Constantinople.
"The Earthquake of the 26th (they write) raged at Constantinople, the most violently, towards the sea:—Many houses in the vicinity of Seraglio, were thrown down, as well as several huts and mosques in the suburbs of Galata. It continued there more than 30 minutes at intervals either by shocks or tremulous motions. The Seraglio itself was violently agitated, and the Grand Seigneur himself took refuge in the mosque of Sophia, where an astonishing number of people had assembled, that building being considered as immovable."
PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 10.
In the late debate on the subject of indemnifications for French spoliations, Bayard and Rutledge, fairly let fly at the measures of their own party. It is well remembered that the second article of the convention with France, concluded by Messrs. Ellsworth, Davie, and Murray, provided that full compensation should be made for the spoliations made on American commerce, during the war and no war of John Adams;—that when it came before the Senate of the United States which then contained a large majority of the anti republican party, that this article was annulled by the Senate , and sent back to France in that shape. What was the design of this transaction cannot be accounted for on any rational principles of wisdom, justice, or necessity. But it was the act of the party of which Bayard and Rutledge, are honorable members.—Yet Rutledge confesses that had not the second article been rejected by our Senate the French government would have paid every dollar; and Bayard says the Senate had a right to saddle the public with a sum which by their own calculations amount to 20,000,000 of dollars; but which probably cannot be really less than two hundred millions . Bayard wishes to have additional taxes laid on that amount—because he thinks taxes keep the people from too much time to think—and all the party are willing to lend a hand, tho' they know that nine tenths have been covered by insurance.
WASHINGTON CITY, Feb. 11.
On Tuesday an Entertainment was given Mr. Monroe, by the republican members of the two Houses of Congress.
Extract of a letter from a gentleman at New-York, who left the Mississippi the 3d of Jan. in the ship Mexicana , to a person in this city.
"The governor of New Orleans, previous to my sailing, had received orders from the
captain-general of Cuba, to deliver up the Colony to the French immediately on their arrival in the same state that the Spaniards had originally taken possession of it."
New Post-Office Arrangements.
WE feel a sentiment of lively satisfaction in announcing to the public that the new arrangement for the transmission of the mail will commence on the 20th day of this month. This satisfaction is increased by the reflection that the operation of the arrangements will impartially promote the interests of every description of citizens, and add a new tie to the union. By these arrangements—
1. An entire unbroken line of mail stages is established from Portland, in Maine, to Savannah, in Georgia—a distance of 1340 miles.
2. Under the Summer establishment, this distance will be run in 15 days; and under the winter establishment in 21 days.
That is, under the Summer establishment, From Washington to Portland, a distance of 620 miles, in 5 days and a half.
From Washington to Savannah, a distance of 720 miles, in eight days and a half.
3. The carriage of the mail in stage coaches is hereby provided for, for a distance of 400 miles, viz. from Petersburg to Charleston, over which the mail has heretofore been carried on horseback.
4. The post master general was authorised by congress to incur an expence of one third additional to that already borne, for the carriage of the mail in coaches instead of by horse. But the contracts have been made on terms so advantageous to the United States, that an immediate additional expence will only be incurred of about 1500 dollars a year; and this small additional expence has arisen from the inability legally to vacate old contracts; when these fall which will be in October 1804, there will be no additional expence whatever.
5. The contracts are made for 5 years; by which the permanence of similar arrangements may be considered as effected. N. Intel.
NEWPORT,
Saturday, February 26, 1803.
On Monday next, the Honorable General Assembly of this State will convene at Bristol.
In our next we shall commence the debates in the Senate, upon the late extraordinary Memorial of the disbanded federal Judges.
Thursday the 7th Day of April next, is appointed as a Day of Fasting and Prayer, throughout the State of Massachusetts.
The legislature of Virginia, we are informed, have agreed to resolutions, similar to those of the Legislature of Maryland, approving of the measures of the federal Executive, in demanding reparation for the unarrantable conduct of certain officers of the Spanish government, in stopping the navigation of the Mississippi.
A fire broke out, on the 24th ult. in the vestry-room attached to the Episcopal church north of the river Severn, 3 miles below Annapolis in Maryland. The flames quickly spread over the church and reduced that ancient and noble edifice to an heap of ruins.—At Skeneateley, (N. Y.) on the 5th inst. three houses, two stables and a shop were destroyed by fire.
After four trials, the House of Representatives of Massachusetts, made choice of John Q. Adams, to represent that state in the U. S. on the 3d inst. by a small majority.—He had 89 votes, and the Republican candidate 71.
THEODORUS BAILEY, Esq. of Poughkeepsie, (N. Y.) at present in Congress, is appointed to represent that State in the Senate of the United States for 6 years from the 4th of March next, in the room of Gov. Morris, Esq. Gen. Bailey is a decided republican. And thus are "the people delivered from one more of their worst enemies." [Rec.
Abraham G. Lansing, of Albany, has been appointed Treasurer of the State of New-York, in the room of Robert McClellan, resigned. Mr. Lansing had a unanimous vote in both Houses of the Legislature.
The pecuniation of our late State Treasurer will afford no subject of animadversion for our decent federal printers; in this respect they will be silent as the grave. Now had this same treasurer been a republican, those bue and cry gentlemen would have founded the rogatory from one end of the continent to the other; but Mr. McClellan is a federalist, and this alters the case ; we expect nothing less than to see the deed glossed over as an act of honest swindling . [Barom.
List of American vessels at Point Petre (Gaudaloupe) January 25, 1803.
Sch'r Julian, Joseph Bonnet, for Savannah. brig Nymph, Foster; brig Union, Brown; brig Hope, Day; Sch'r Nabby, Titious; Sch'r Hazard, Doty, all of Newburyport; Sch'r John, Pease, of Hudson; Sloop Mary Dean, Paddleford, of Taunton; also the following Captains, (names of their vessels not recollected) viz. Mariner, Manning, Bates, Martin, Mackentire, Smith, and Brown.
Arrived here yesterday, in distress, (about 2 months out from Boston, bound to India) the Ship MERRY QUAKER .
The brig Jefferson, Capt. Dean, has arrived at Wilmington, (N. C.) in 14 days from Point Petre, Gua. where a contagious fever raged, which carried off a great number of American seamen. Capt. Dean lost all his crew except two men and his mate, who was confined by severe sickness during the passage. Capt. Gardiner, of the Sloop — , of Bristol, R. I. having lost all his crew but one man, failed on the 10th ult. to leeward, in order to procure more seamen. N.Y. pap.
"FORGED LETTERS!"
IT will be remembered that the Editor of the "National Agis ," some time ago gave an opinion upon the subject of "Rutledge's Letters to the President of the United States," the purport of which opinion was, that Mr. Rutledge was wrongfully accused, and ungenerously dealt with; and for this opinion thus given, he undertook to assign his reasons.—The Palladium , Evening Post , Morning Chronicle , and other federal papers of inferior description, instantly caught at the opinion given in the Agis , and echoed it as an additional head of proof to exculpate Mr. Rutledge, and to throw an odium upon his accusers, as being actuated by slanderous and malignant motives. We were then persuaded, from the reasons he had assigned, that the Editor of the Agis had mistaken the case altogether. It seems that he is now himself convinced of it; for in the Agis of the 16th inst. after giving a summary of the evidence as it then appeared to him, he says,
"As we once candidly and independently expressed an opinion, that the facts then disclosed were not sufficient to criminate Mr. Rutledge, we have now no hesitancy in declaring, that we consider the balance of proof, at this time, to be CLEARLY AND DECIDEDLY AGAINST HIM."
Mr. Blake has certainly manifested a great deal of candor and independence on this occasion.—It is evident that his former opinion originated in a misconception of the case, owing to the broken texture of the facts which came to his knowledge. We censure the opinions of no man, provided they are honestly formed, and expressed without sinister motives: And to acknowledge an error, when made to appear as such, is a pitch of magnanimity to which few people are capable of ascending.
A most melancholy and heart-rending scene took place near Dover in England, the latter end of November last. A Dutch Transport, having near 500 souls on board was driven on shore, 474 of which, perished, including 29 women and children! Imagination cannot describe the horrors attending this disaster. The floating bodies of the sufferers, especially of the women and children, were as distressing to the eye, as their shrieks were to the ear of humanity.
Extract of a letter from a gentleman at Washington, dated February 11, 1803.
"The president has received dispatches from our minister in France, which will shadow the hopes of the friends of religion , the federalists. The accounts are so pacific, that unless we are disposed to act the part of the wolf in the fable, we shall really have no pretext for war; and how a state of peace will be re-established by these predecessors of Christianity and denounciators of morality, we can be at no loss to conceive—war was their last hope, and having this last and only hope destroyed what have they left to console them? Reflection affords to them no comfort, and anticipation is a worm that gnaws their vitals. But to proceed to the news. The substance of it is, that our minister at Paris has received assurances from the French government, that they had the greatest desire to cultivate a good understanding with the American government, and that general Victor, who is to command in Louisiana, had received instructions from the First Consul to pursue conciliatory measures, such as would conduce to the harmony and mutual improvement of the interests and the rights of both countries, and to respect the rights, territory and persons of the people of the United States." Phil. pap.
MARRIED —At New-London, on the 14th inst. Col. SAMUEL GREEN, Editor of the Connecticut Gazette , to Miss MARY STARR, daughter of Jared Starr, Esq.
At the Friend's Meeting in New-York, Mr. WILLIAM T. SLOCUM, Merchant, to Miss MARY DUNBAR, of that city.
How bliss the Union, and those bonds how sweet , Where honor, beauty, wisdom, virtue meet .
At South-Kingstown, by Samuel E. Gardner, Esq. Mr. JONATHAN CARPENTER, jun. to Miss BETSEY, OATLEY, daughter of Mr. Joseph Oatley.
At Middletown, Mr. GEORGE POPPLE, to Miss BARBARA PECKHAM, daughter of the late Mr. Richard Peckham.
DIED —On Monday evening, the 7th inst. at Providence, in the 71st year of her age, Mrs. ANN BOWLER, relict of Meicalai Bowler, Esq. late of Newport.
"At South-Kingstown, on the 8th inst. after a long and lingering indisposition of body, Mrs. ELIZABETH GARDNER, consort of Capt. Paris Gardner in the 51st year of her age. As she sustained an amiable deportment and an unblemished character in life, we humbly trust that her soul now inherits a blessed immortality."
On the 9th inst. suddenly, Mr. DANIEL TEFFT, in the 80th year of his age.
In this town, Mr. HENRY MUMFORD, in the 48th year of his age—a respectable citizen, and worthy member of society. He has left an amiable widow, and a very extensive circle of friends and acquaintance to mourn the irreparable loss.
For suave remembrance of the Just , Shall flourish when they sleep in dust .
CUSTOM-HOUSE.
District of Newport, February 25.
ENTERED, From Sloop Sally, Crapon, New-York Schooner Marian, Manchester, Gaudaloupe Sloop Two Sisters, Earl, New-York Schooner Isaac, Weir, Port Antonio Hannah, Northam, New-York Brig Brandywine, Cozzens, Turks Island.
The ex-judges, says the Baltimore Patriot, are nobly disposed to become placemen and pensioners ; and would make a grand corps de reserve , had KING JOHN succeeded in substituting the crown for the cap of liberty.
The uncommon weather on the 3d of Feb. inst. by lightning, did damage to the shipping in New-York harbor, and one man was killed. The Episcopal Church in New-Brunswick, New-Jersey, was set on fire by lightning and destroyed.
Benjamin Wightman, & Co.
HAVE for Sale, at their Store on the Ferry Wharf, a general assortment of Groceries, Ship Chandlery, Hard Ware , &c. which they will dispose of, on reasonable terms, by Wholesale or Retail.
Among which are the following Articles: Holland Gin, Calia, West-India Rum, Altum, Snuff, Brandy, Wool & Cotton Brown Sugar, Cards, Souchong & Bohea Tobacco, Teas, Cotton Wool, Coffee, Ginger, Sheep's do. Pepper, Pimento, German Steel, Starch, N. Y. Soap, Nails assorted, Mustard, Copperas, Glass Ware, Sherry & Malaga Cheese by the large Wines, or small quantity, Superfine Flour by the Cordage, Codfish, Barrel, Candles, &c. &c. Newport, February 26, 1803. 126f
A GOLD WATCH.
LOST, between the Friends' Meeting-House in Portsmouth, and the dwelling-house of the late Sampson Shearman, a small Gold Watch, with a gold chain, single case, opens with a spring—much valued by the owner. Any person finding the same, and returning it to Richard Mitchell, Portsmouth; David Williams, Newport; or at this Office, shall receive a handsome Reward, with the thanks of the owner. Newport, Feb. 26, 1803. 126
JACOB RICHARDSON,
Has for Sale at the Post-Office, Hundred Thousand Dutch Quills, from No. 6 to 15, to be sold as low as can be purchased in the State—Slates of the first quality, by the Dozen, of all sizes—Paper by the Ream of all qualities. Feb. 26, 1803. 126f
To be Let,
And possession immediately given, THE Chambers of the House of John Bull, in Broad-Street, consisting of one Large Chamber, four Bed Rooms, two Closets, and a privilege in the Kitchen; all in good repair. Also, a Shoe-Maker's Shop, with a Stove therein, adjoining the Shop of Mr. Henry Bull—will be let to the highest bidders on the 25th March next, and possession then given. Enquire of JOHN BULL, on the premises, or Mr. THOMAS POTTER, in Portsmouth. Newport, Feb. 25, 1803. 126
Logs wamed by the Newport Aqueduct Company.
ANY Person or Persons wishing to contract to furnish Logs of the following dimensions, will be pleased to write a line to the Subscriber, with their lowest terms:—Two Thousand feet of straight Pitch Pine Logs, none less than ten inches diameter at the smallest end, and long hearted, twelve feet in length or upwards, to be delivered in Newport by the fifteenth day of April next.
JACOB RICHARDSON, jun. Sec'ry. Newport. Feb. 25, 1803. 126f
THE PATRIOT, &c.
GENTLEMEN who intend patronizing the 2d vol. of " The Patriot or Scourge of Aristocracy ," are requested to forward their names, &c. to the Subscriber, by the first opportunity.—CONDITIONS, One Dollar per ann. paid in advance.
SAMUEL TRUMBULL.
P. S. Those who live in Newport, and towns adjacent, may leave their names and advance pay with Jacob Richardson, Esq. Post-Master, John Slocum, Esq. Surveyor of the Port, or Mr. Farnsworth, Printer. S. T.
Now in the Press, And speedily will be Published, in octavo, on good paper, and with an elegant type, (Price to Subscribers, One Dollar,)
Constitutional Republicanism in opposition to
FALLACIOUS FEDERALISM, in Seventy Five Numbers, occasionally printed in the CHRONICLE , under the signature of OLD-SOUTH, with a Prefatory Address to the Citizens of the United States, never before published.
Subscription papers will remain open till the 10th of March ensuing, at which time, they must be returned to Messrs. Adams & Rhoades, the publishers in Boston.
Gentlemen in this vicinity who may wish to subscribe, will please to call at the Post-Office in this town.
This Publication will bring to remembrance things new and old.
TAKE NOTICE.
WHEREAS the subscriber was, on the 21st of February inst. appointed a Guardian to and over Joseph Weedon, of said Middletown, yeoman, and his wife Elizabeth Weedon, and hath fully complied with the law: Therefore, all persons are hereby forbid trading with the said Joseph, or Elizabeth, or trusting them for the future, as they will answer the same on the penalty of the Law.
ISAAC BARKER, Guardian. Middletown, Feb. 25, 1803. 126

LINES, by W. Drummond.
T HIS world a hunting is, The prey poor man; the Nimrod fierce is Death; His speedy greyhounds are Luft, sickness, envy, care, Strife, that ne'er fall amis, With all those ills that haunt us while we breathe. Now if by chance we fly Of these the eager chase, Old age, with stealing pace, Casts on his nets, and there we panting die.
EPIGRAM.
AS Thomas was cudgell'd one day by his wife, He took to the street, and fled for his life: Tom's three dearest friends came by in the squabble, And sav'd him at once from the shrew and the rabble; Then ventur'd to give him some sober advice— But Tom is a person of honor so nice, Too wise to take counsel, too proud to take warning, That he sent to all three a challenge next morn- ing: Three duels he fought, thrice ventur'd his life; Went home and was cudgell'd again by his wife.
John & Henry Cahoon,
HAVE FOR SALE, At their STORE on Banister's Wharf, BROWN SUGAR, by the barrel; Hibbert's Brown Stout; Raisins per cask; Molasses by the hogshead; Flour, by the barrel; Candles, by the box; Iron Castings; and genuine SPAN- ISH SEGARS. —ALSO,
HONEY, by the barrel or gallon — New-York Soap, by the box— Negro-Head To- bacco—Best  ale proof Jamaica Rum—Iron Stoves—Salt  Peter's  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, Pas- sengers, &c. may be supplied at said Store, on the shortest Notice—with any Article they may want—Their favors gratefully acknowledged.
GREEN CHAIRS, per Dozen— — Middlings, per bushel or barrel.—Onions, per Hundred bunches, or smaller quantities— LOAF- SUGARS, and a variety of the best of TEAS. Newport, Dec. 18, 1802. 31f
DAVID MELVILL, jun.
Has just opened, and now offers for sale, at his old stand, next door South of Mr. Town- send's Coffee-House, a neat and general As- sortment of
HARD-WARE, STATIONARY,
and other Articles, A mong which are, a great variety of the most fashionable cabinet furniture—brass beds and beds—pedal rags—elegant enameled and brass clock pins (or supporters for looking- glasses) brass locks, bolts, hinges, and table cap- ters—files and rasps—screws, brads, and nails, of all kinds—brads and iron hinges—door, chest, trunk, cupboard, pad, and other locks of every description—gun-locks and brass furniture— knives and forks—desert knives—jack and pen knives—dick and office knives—scissors and shears —ring, knob, and thumb latches, brads and iron— pesters and iron, table and tea spoons—warming pans, copper and brass—composition, iron, sheet- iron and block tin tea kettles—spades and shovels— shovels and tongs—fly-yards—chisels and files— gridsiron, patent and common—flatirons—bellows, brads and iron nippers—box, and iron coffee mills— brads japan'd, and iron candlesticks—steel and japan'd snuffers—snuffer boats—patent lamps, va- rious kinds—Glue, first quality—Also, A handsome assortment japan'd ware.
Patent and common Time Glasses— Looking glasses—chairs and riding whips, and whip cords—brads and iron wire—curry combs— mouse and rat traps—axes, adzes and hatchets— drawing knives—carpenters and bent hammers— wood saws—band and fluting do.—tenons dove- tail and jabb do. brads and iron hack—turning, compas and keyhole do.—double iron jack planes— pointers and smoothing planes—single iron do.— moulding and rabbet do.—awl, hollow and rounds, and table planes—moving planes and planer—plain—bit stocks with bits assorted—best cast-steel former chisels—common do.—morticing and socket chisels, and gouges—cast-steel fluting gouges—plain iron's—shining gunners—iron squares and compasses—carpenters rules—spike and nail gimblets—tapborers, &c. Shoemakers hammers, knives, knippers, pincers, tacks, awl blades, do. butts, and size-picks.—Horse, bearb, clothes, hat, dusting, and tooth-brushes—horse, shoe, tar, scrubbing and painters do.—boxes, razors, razor straps and cases—shaving boxes—horn and ivory combs—brads, powder, leather, paper and glass ink- flasks—ink powder—copper plate copy slips—let- ter, writing, and wrapping paper, every quality— quills from 50 cents to 3 dollars per hundred—feat- ing wax & wafers—black and red Morocco pocket books—best black tea pencils, flutes & flute p nels. —gunter scales and dividers—powder flasks—best London powder tea pots. And a variety of other articles as low as can be bought in this town. Newport, Dec. 24, 1802. 1171f
Entertainment,
BY RICHARD BARKER, at the House formerly occupied by Capt. Robert S. Patten, sign of the Anchor, a little South-east of the State House, where Ladies and Gentlemen may de- pend on being accommodated to their satisfac- tion. Punctilious attendance will be given, and all favors gratefully acknowledged by the public's obedient servant. RICHARD BARKER. Newport, April 2, 1802. 791f
John R. Shearman
Has received his supply of FALL and WINTER GOODS, Comprising purple kid & silk GLOVES, and elegant silk HOSE. Newport, Nov. 27, 1802. 1131f.
FOR SALE, By JOSEPH BRIGGS, 30 Barrels best N. Y. Superfine Flour, A few Hogsheads of good retailing MOLASSES. Also, a few Casks of SHERRY WINE, of an excellent quality—very cheap for Cash. Newport, May, 29. 501f
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.
For Sale, by the Subscribers, A QUANTITY OF Philadelphia Superfine FLOUR, As cheap for Cash, as can be purchased in this Town. EDWARD EASTON, JOHN PRICE, CLARKE COOK. Newport, Jan. 7, 1803. 119
NOTICE
IS hereby given, to all persons having any de- mands against the estate of Captain JOSEPH CONGDON, late of Jamestown, deceased, to ex- hibit them; and all persons indebted to said es- tate, are called upon to make payment to MARY CONGDON, of Jamestown, Executrix to said estate; or to EBENEZER SHEARMAN, her lawful Agent, at Newport. November 22, 1802. 1131f
CASH, PAID FOR LINEN & WOOLLEN RAGS, BY
Christopher Olney, & Co. Delivered at their Mills, or at their Paper Ware-House,
WHERE they have for sale, at wholesale & retail, all kinds of Paper, viz. Foolscap Writing Paper, No. 1 and 2.—Vellum Let- ter 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 pat- tern, to suit the purchaser.—A complete As- sortment of School Books, & Stationary of all kinds. Also, Warranted Chocolate, by the Box, or pound. Cocoa Shells, by the Bag. N. B. Wanted, one or two Boys, from 12 to 14 years of age, as Apprentices to the Paper- making and Clothing business.—To such great encouragement will be given. Providence, Oct 26, 1802. 741f
FOR SALE,
And possession given on the 25th of March next, A LARGE and valuable tract of LAND, in Hopkinton, adjoining Wood-River.— Containing about Seven Hundred Acres; known by the name of the Ellery Land, and now part of the estate of Col. GEORGE IRISH, deceased. About Two Hundred acres of said land is clear- ed, and fit for tillage or meadow. The remain- der is mostly covered with Timber of the best quality for ship plank, &c. An excellent stream of water runs through said land, whereon a Saw Mill may be erected at a small expence.—The terms may be known, by applying to either of the subscribers. NICHOLAS TAYLOR, JOHN IRISH. Newport, Oct. 23, 1802. 81f
ELEAZER TREVEITT,
INFORMS his friends and the Public in gen- eral, that he has opened a Shop in the house of Catharine Easton, in Washington-Street, on the Point, next north of the ship-yard.—Where he has for sale a general assortment of West-India GOODS; also, a quantity of Dry Goods, as cheap as at any Store in town.—Captains of vessels and others may be supplied on the shortest notice, and every favor gratefully acknowledged.
TO BE LET,
AND possession given immediately, a con- venient two story Dwelling-House, on the Long-Wharf, but a few rods below the foot of the Parade. For terms, apply to WILLIAM RYAN. Newport, Dec. 10, 1802. 1151f
Sail Making.
THE subscribers having entered into partner- ship, 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 Malbone, at the South part of the town. Those who may favor them with their custom, may depend on punctuality and dispatch. All favors will be gratefully acknowledged, by WING SPOONER, ad. CHARLES C. DUNHAM. Newport, April 3, 1802. 791f
For Sale, by the Subscriber,
JAMAICA RUM by the hogshead, Ditto SUGAR by the hhd. or barrel, Ditto MOLASSES, all of 1st Quality. JOHN MEIN. Church-Lane, July 12, 1802. 941f
ROBERT LAWTON
TAKES this method of informing his friends and the public in general, that he has re- moved from his late place of residence, to the house he formerly occupied, opposite Messrs. Gibbs & Chaunings —where he has had an el- egant assortment of GOODS, adapted to the season—too numerous to particularize in an advertisement—and as cheap, for cash, as at any store in the town.—Those who will please to call at his Store, he flatters himself, will find an inducement to purchase, as he is de- termined to dispose of them at very reduced prices. N. B. He has also just opened for sale, a quantity of best Irish Linens, seven eighths, and yard wide, by wholesale or retail.—Likewise, a beautiful assortment of Lutestrings, very cheap. January 13, 1803. 81f
For Sale, by the Subscriber,
BETWEEN one and two thousand weight of OAK U M, 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. 721f
William Douglass,
At the Head of Broad-Street, HAS constantly for sale, a general As- sortment of West-India and other GOODS.
1000 weight good white FLAX. One barrel fresh ESSENCE of SPRUCE, per lb. or gallon. Cash given for Cotton and Linen RAGS. Newport, January 1, 1803. 1181f
The Printer once more (and he hopes his expectations will not be al- ways disappointed,) earnestly requests punctilious payments for Newspapers and Advertisements, in particular.
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.
William C. Baen & Co.
Respectfully inform the Public.
THAT they have taken the Shop lately occupied by Mr. BENJ. HADWEN, at the corner of the Old Church Lane—where they have for sale a general assortment of English & India Goods,
suitable for the Season—among which are a few cases of English Hats, of the latest importation. —Also, a variety of Ladies kid, Morocco, and cork foot shoes.
Lump and Loaf Sugar, of the first quality, may be had as above. Newport, February 5, 1803. 1231f.
THE Court of Probate for the town of Newport, having appointed the Subscri- bers, Commissioners, to examine the claims of the creditors to the estate of John Topham, jun. late of said Newport, deceased, represented in- solvent; and six 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 o- therwise they will be precluded according to law. WILLIAM DENNIS. } Commissioners. PHILIP M. TOPHAM.
All persons indebted to said estate, are re- quested to make immediate payment to NANCY TOPHAM, Executrix. Newport, February 3, 1803.
Dr. GUSTAVUS BAYLIES,
OF BRISTOL, Has just received, for Sale, an additional as- sortment of genuine DRUGS & MEDICINES.
—ALSO—
SURGEON'S INSTRUMENTS, OF WHICH ARE, ELEGANT Amputating Instruments, (of the latest Improvement.) Ditto, Trepanning ditto, Breast Pipes,—Ivory Syringes, &c. &c. Likewise,
a few modern Medical Books, among which are, James Latta's PRACTICAL SYSTEM of SURGERY, illustrated with Cases on many of the Subjects, and with Copperplates—3 Vols. Townend's GUIDE to HEALTH, Darwin's ZoonOMIA —3 Vols. Busferius, on Medicine —a work of very con- siderable merit, containing a Course of Lec- tures delivered by the Author, which were translated from the Latin, by William Cullen Brown, and published in the English language at Edinburgh, in the present year—4 Vols.
DOCTOR BAYLIES likewise re- spectfully acquaints his friends, that he continues the Practice of PHYSIC, MIDWIFERY, and the various branches of SURGERY. November 29, 1802. 1141f
ADJOURNMENT.
For Sale at Public Auction, ON Thursday the 5th of May ensuing, if fair weather, if not, the first fair day, (un- less previously disposed of at private sale) a large Two-story Dwelling-House, late the property of Capt. John Kilburn, situated in Broad Street, with a Yard and Garden, and a well of excel- lent water. Sale to be at 11 o'clock A. M. The terms may be known by applying to GARDNER & DEAN, Auctioneers. Newport, Feb. 12, 1803. 124
For sale by Jacob Richardson and
WILLIAM R. WILDER,
DABOLL'S SCHOOLMASTER'S ASSISTANT. Being a plain practical system of Arithmetic. THIRD EDITION—By NATHAN DABOLL. RECOMMENDATIONS.
Yale-College, Nov. 27, 1799. I HAVE read Daboll's Schoolmaster's Assistant. The arrangement of the different branches of Arithmetic is judicious and perspicuous. The author has well explained Decimal Arithmetic, and has applied it in a plain and elegant man- ner to the solution of various questions, and es- pecially to those relative to the Federal comput- ation of money. I think it will be a very use- ful book to Schoolmasters and their pupils. JOIAH MEIGS, Professor of Mathematics & Natural Philosophy.
I have given some attention to the work abovementioned, and concur with Professor Meigs in its opinion of its merit. NOAH WEBSTER. New-Haven, Dec. 12, 1799.
Rhode Island College, Nov. 30, 1799. I have run through Mr. Daboll's Schoolmas- ter's Assistant, and have formed of it a very fa- vorable opinion. According to its original de- sign, I think it will "calculated to furnish schools in general with a methodical, easy and comprehensive system of Practical Arithmetic." I therefore hope it may find a generous patro- nage, and have an extensive spread. ASA MESSER, Professor of the Learned Languages, and Teacher of Mathematics.
Plainfield Academy, April 20, 1802. I make use of Daboll's Schoolmaster's As- sistant in teaching common Arithmetic, and think it the best calculated for that purpose of any which has fallen within my observation. JOHN ADAMS, Rector of Plainfield Academy. Hudson, Aug. 21, 1802.
I have perused Daboll's Arithmetic, and find it, in my opinion, far preferable to any sys- tem I am acquainted with. It is an improve- ment on Dilworth, as Dilworth's Schoolmaster's Assistant is calculated merely to assist the School- master; but Daboll's will equally answer this purpose, and assist the scholar to teach himself besides. Nothing I have seen so fully meets my ideas, and I give it my decided preference and recommendation. THOMAS WORTH, Teacher of Mathematics.
Three large editions of this celebrated Arithmetic have been published in less than three years. It is in general use in the States of Con- necticut and Rhode-Island, and introduced in many schools in the State of New-York. In the third edition improvements are made upon the 1st and 2d editions. December 1, 1802. 180w6t
GEORGE THOMAS,
Confectioner & Distiller,
INFORMS the Public, that he has taken a Shop next South of Messrs. Ga dner & Dean's Auction-Room, and adjoining Mr. Nicolas Ges- sey's, Watch-Maker, where he has constantly for Sale, in addition to a complete Assortment of Confectionary, the following Articles, viz. Fresh Malaga grapes; box and cask raisins; figs; almonds in shell; prunes; currants; nutmegs; cloves; cinnamon; allspice; pepper; ginger; tea; coffee; chocolate, No. 1 & 2; d. prepared with and without vanilla; brown, powdered & loaf-sugar; Cordials of all kinds; best cherry wine; together with a small assortment of fashionable
Crockery Ware:
In addition to which he expects to receive short- ly, a complete assortment of Wines, Liquors, and other articles. Punctilious attendance given, and the smallest favors gratefully acknowledged. Newport, Dec. 18. 161f
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. Likewise all kinds of Hair Work & Gold Cyphers neatly executed. They have for Sale, English and Geneva gold & silver Watches, Gold Neck- laces, silver tea and table Spoons, salt, mustard & pap Spoons, soup and punch Ladies, sugar Tongs, large & small Looking Glasses, dressing Do. tea Trays, Waiters & dressing Cafes, plat- ed, wooden, and Britannia Castors, Britannia tea and coffee Pots, Gentlemen's and Children's best & common Hats, Suspenders, Knives and Forks, brass globe & common Handirons, Shov- el & Tongs, brass and japanned Lamps, elegant plated & brass Candlesticks, dirt and common Cains, horse & chaise Whips, ladies do. Scissors, Pen-Knives, Snuffers & Trays, powder Boxes and Puffs, Razors in cases and without, shaving Boxes, and Windsor Soap, Cream Balls, writing Paper, Dutch Quills, Spanish Segars, Maccabau, Rappée & Scotch Snuff, Starch, Purple Brown, together with a complete Assortment of Jewelry & Perfumery.—They Also carry on the GOLD & SILVERSMITH'S Business: Cash given for Old Gold and Silver, +† Punctilious attendance, and the smallest favors gratefully acknowledged. Newport, Oct. 2, 1802. 721f
WILLIAM HELME
Respectfully informs his Friends and the Public,
THAT having employed an experienced Workman from New-York, he has for sale, at his Manufactory on the Point (by the large or small quantity) mould and dipped tal- low Candles, hard and soft Soap, warranted to be of equal quality to any imported. Newport, Sept. 3, 1802. 81f