Rhode-Island Republican (Newport, R.I.), 1805-11-07 00:00:00

Rhode-Island Republican.
AN INDISSOLUBLE UNION OF THE STATES, IS ESSENTIAL TO THEIR LIBERTY AND EXISTENCE.—WASHINGTON.
PRINTED WEEKLY, FOR NOAH BISBEE, JUN. No. 91, Thames-Street, NEWPORT.
TERMS OF THE REPUBLICAN.
To subscribers in town, where the papers are delivered, Two Dollars per annum—one half in advance, or the whole at the end of six months. In the country, by casual conveyance, One Dollar Fifty Cents per annum—the whole to be paid on subscribing. To distant subscribers, by mail, Two Dollars per annum—payable in advance.
Charles C. Hoskins & Co.
INFORM their friends and the public, that they have taken the Store No. 112, and 115, Thames-Street, where they offer for sale, 7 Tons of Hemp, Russia Duck, Ravens Do. Russia Sheeting, Bar Iron.
Also, A general assortment of WEST INDIA GOODS, SHIP CHANDLERY, and CROCKERY. Newport, Oct. 31, 1805.
Now Landing, at Long Wharf, the Cargo of the ship GEORGE WASHINGTON, from St. Petersburg.
Consisting of 90 Tons Clean Hemp, 45 do. old Sable Iron, 30 do. new do. 15 do. old do. assorted, 2 do. Yellow Tallow, 2 do. Flax. Russia and Ravens DUCK, of the first quality, for sale, by SIMEON & EDWARD MARTIN, For Cash or unquestionable Notes, only, at their Bank. Newport, October 31, 1805.
NOTICE is hereby given to the Creditors of the estate of William Tillinghast, Merchant, late of Newport, deceased, represented insolvent, that the Court of Probate of the town of Newport have allowed six months from this date, to exhibit their claims against said estate to the undersigned Commissioners, who will receive the same at their respective dwellings at any time within said term.—No claims will be received unless properly attested. JOHN SLOCUM, JOHN M. MANSFIELD, } Commis- sioners.
All persons indebted to said estate, are requested to make immediate payment to either of the subscribers, or to Sally M. Smith, at the store of Mrs. Tillinghast whose receipt will be complete discharge. WILLIAM MOORE, jr. CALEB GREEN, STEPHEN CAHOONE, } Adminis- trators. Newport, 7th October, 1805.
Elizabeth Tillinghast,
No. 119—Thames-Street,
RESPECTFULLY informs the public, and her friends in particular, that she intends to follow the same line of business of her late deceased husband, in the pleasing hope, that with the aid of a sympathizing and generous public, she shall be enabled to support and educate her numerous family of young children. This important duty, since the death of a beloved husband, having devolved upon her, she earnestly solicits the patronage of the friends of the "Widow and the Fatherless."
She has on hand a judicious selection of GOODS,
and shortly expects an additional supply.—Those who may be disposed to favor her with their custom, may depend upon having every article in her line of business, on as reasonable terms as can be purchased in the State. The smallest favor gratefully acknowledged. Newport, Oct. 9. 1805.
For Sale,
THE Sloop NANCY, burthen about 57 tons, well found, and may be fitted for sea at a small expense. Also, 230 barrels of Pitch, 230 Do. Tar.
only to GARDNER & DEAN, Nov. 7, 1805.
Three
I will Sell
A SIX acre Lot adjoining Mr. Brindley's Ropewalk. It applied for within a few days. Newport, Oct. 24. 63.65
John & Henry Cahoone
Have for sale, at their Store No. 15, Banister's Wharf.
FOURTH proof JAMAICA RUM, HOLLAND GENEVA, ALICANT BRANDY, SUPERFINE FLOUR, RYE & BUCK WHEAT, do. POWDER, per cask, SHOT, by the bag, ROSIN, by the bag. Ship and Pilot BREAD, by the quantity, Ready made COLOURS, different kinds.
Winter Arrangement.
From Groton-Bank to Narragansett-Ferry, on to Rhode-Island.
LEAVES Narragansett-Ferry, on Wednesdays, at one o'clock, P. M. Arrives at Groton-Bank on Thursdays, at one o'clock, P. M. Leaves Groton-Bank on Fridays, at eight o'clock, A. M. Arrives at Narragansett Ferry, on Saturday at twelve o'clock.
For passages in said Stage, apply to Mr. Thomas Townsend, at the Coffee-House, or to Mr. Samuel Carr, at the Ferry-House, in Newport.
Each passenger pays four Dollars from Ferry to Ferry, allowing fourteen pounds baggage.
All favors will be gratefully received, by their humble servant,
AMOS GARDINER.
South-Kingsville, Oct. 25, 1805.
FRESH GOODS.
James Mumford,
Just received and for Sale, at his Store No. 88 Thames-Street, a general and extensive assortment of
DRY GOODS;
AMONG which are superfine, fine, and middling Broad Cloths, Cashmere ditto, Coatings, Baizes, Flannels, Serges, Plains, Devonshire Kerseys, black Bombazets, birdseye, Wildber, worsted Cord for pantaloons, fancy do. for Vests, Velvets, Calimancoes, Durants, Russells, worsted Hosiery, Swandowns, Linens, Cambrics, black Barcelona Handkerchiefs, Camel's hair Shawls, furniture Chintz, copperplate Calicoes, from 1/6 to 3/ per yard, India Cottons, black Lace, Blankets assorted, black morocco Shoes, table Cloths, India thear Muslin, lace Cambric, lace Muslin, plaid Lutestrings, lead, brown and black Satins, silk Hose, silk Plush for bonnets, silk and beaver Gloves, Fearnoughs, &c. Also, Tortoise Shell Combs. All which are offered for sale at the most reasonable prices, and as low as at any Store in the State.
Newport, Oct. 24.
Albert W. Gardiner,
HAS just received, at his Store No. 108, Thames-Street, an elegant assortment of Ingrain and Scotch Floor Carpeting, Which will be sold lower than usual.—Also, a general assortment of
Dry Goods,
Suitable for the season, which he is now selling at very reduced prices.
Also, & Fashionable assortment of Ladies Bonnets, patent Wiggs & Frizzetts. Newport, Oct. 9.
CASH GIVEN FOR RAGS.
FROM THE INQUIRER.
VINDICATION OF MR. JEFFERSON.
No. II.
First approach of the enemy to Richmond.
COL. Wm. Tatham, says: "Being at Richmond in the time of Arnold's invasion 1780-1 and hearing that an express had arrived at the governor's with intelligence of the approach of an invading enemy, immediately rode to his house, and met governor Jefferson walking out. He had received such an express, but as other intelligence led him to suppose, they were nothing more than a foraging party, unless he had further information to justify the measure, he should not disturb the country by calling out the Militia; he would thank me nevertheless, if I would go down to Maj. General Baron Steuben who was at Wilton, (six miles below Richmond) and receive his orders if needful. The Baron dispatched me to general Nelson at Williamsburgh, where I found the town in confusion, expecting an immediate attack; the enemy being at anchor, and having a boat taking the soundings towards the shore, at King's Mill (4 miles below Williamsburgh.)"
They proceeded, however up the river, and I remained in the suite of General Nelson several days, when I was desired by him to be the bearer of some dispatches to the governor, of such importance, that I must avoid all risque of being taken. Knowing the country well, I ventured in among the plantations, until I got to that of Dr. Trueheart, near the Meadow Bridges, on Chickihominy: I learnt that the enemy's picket was just called in, and retired from the Bridges towards the main body at Richmond. I followed the picket, carefully, entered Mr. Duvall's house, at Mount Comfort, while the shores were wet with liquors spilt by the British Soldiers, and pushed into Richmond, from whence the army had first retreated. Here one of our well affected citizens (I think old Richard Crouch) referred me to Moses Tredway in Manchester, who conducted me to Mr. Jefferson, at a house than occupied by Dr. Evans, and there I delivered my dispatch, and spent part of the evening, I understood the enemy encamped that night at Four Mile Creek, about ten or twelve miles off, and were then on their retreat."
In 1796 Mr. D. Hylton, before Doctor Wm. Foushee, (a person qualified to administer an oath)
Henrico County;
"That in 1781 when Arnold invaded this place, I was living near the foundery at Westham: that I was going out to join the Militia to oppose Arnold, when I was stopt by Mr. Jefferson then governor of the state, and requested by him to attend the removal of the powder, ammunition, arms and other property belonging to the public, then in the Magazine near Westham; that his orders were to have every thing removed with all possible expedition across the river; that on the night preceeding Arnold's arrival at the foundery, Mr. Jefferson was at the subscriber's house, as late as eleven or twelve o'clock at night, attending and giving directions about the public property; that he then said he should go up the river about eight miles to his family, cross the next morning and come down to Britton's opposite Westham, and that carriages, &c. should be provided to take off the property; that this was done; that a very considerable quantity (I suppose about fifteen tons) of Gunpowder & ammunition, with a number of arms, stores, &c. were transported as directed and thereby saved to the public—that the enemy were to close to us, that I was obliged to have about three hundred stand of arms thrown into the river the greater part of which were afterwards recovered: that in the night preceeding the day of invasion, the waggons (driven by White Men) employed to bring records &c. from Richmond, by mistake attempted to get the Magazine, instead of the landing on the river, & near the Magazine, overset and broke some arms, &c. That in consequence of this accident, the packages which I afterwards found contained records, were lodged at the Magazine and carriages could not be procured in time for the removal, as the alarm was so great and sudden, that almost every person in the neighborhood, was endeavoring to put his property in a state of safety by removing it; that it then and ever has appeared to the subscriber, that the said Mr. Jefferson did every thing which the nature of the case and his situation would admit for the public interest."
(Signed) D. HYLTION.
Such are the asseverations of a man which no individual acquainted with his character will dare to deny.
James Currie, of Richmond, well known for his talents as a physician, and his uniform candor as a man; thus expresses himself. "On application made to me, if I recollect any thing in regard to the loss of the public records & other valuable papers in the year 1781, during the invasion of the British army when Mr. J. was governor, I well remember that he appeared extremely anxious, & very active in having them removed from Richmond, and deposited in a place of safety, and if possible, entirely out of the reach of the enemy; and for that and other duties of his office, as Chief Magistrate, did remain in town fully as long as was either proper or prudent, for him so to do, without manifest danger of becoming the prisoner of the invading army, who were fast approaching to the seat of government, without any efficient force that could at that time be brought against them to stop their march; and that his conduct was then perfectly proper and that of a real patriot and friend of his country, will be very fully evinced by the concurrent voice of the gentleman who then acted with him in

council as well as the unanimous approving voice of the Virginia Legislature at the subsequent meeting of the assembly of the state.
A familiar request being made of Mr. A. B. are Clerk of the Council, a gentleman of the fairest character, he made the following statement— I well remember that Mr. Jefferson was extremely active in removing all public records from Richmond and I have reason to believe the chief loss was occasioned by a mistake of the waggoners conveying them to the foundry of Westham, where they were to have been thrown over the river if pursued by the enemy? Mr. Jefferson desired me as Clerk of the Council to continue with him, and to take with me the public seal and such papers as might be immediately wanted, I accordingly procured a servant and horse to carry a small trunk containing the papers & on the afternoon proceeding Arnold's taking possession of Richmond Mr. Jefferson desired me to proceed to Tuckahoe where he could come to me. I sat out at sunset, and left Mr. Jefferson busy in getting off the records.
(Signed) A. BLAIR.
October 12, 1796.
Mr. John Beckly who was then clerk to the Virginia Legislature and at this time clerk to congress has authorised me in his name to make the following statement:
"In four days from the arrival of Arnold's fleet he proceeded one hundred and fifty miles up the river and landed his troops within 20 miles of Richmond. The night before his march to that place all the militia of the state which could be armed, being then out under the command of general Nelson in the neighborhood of Williamsburgh, and no defence at hand for the security of Richmond, but about 200 half armed militia under Baron Steuben, who could do nothing more than cover the removal of the records and militia stores across James river from Richmond to Manchester, and secure the boats and batteries on the Manchester side, to prevent the enemy's passing. He remained in Richmond with the last detachment of militia that passed the river with records and stores, and until the enemy the next morning were entering the lower part of the town, and began to flank it with their light horses. He saw Mr. Jefferson the night before issuing his orders and using every exertion to remove the records and stores he afterwards saw him at Westham five miles above Richmond when Arnold pushed a detachment to destroy the stores at that place, and which through Mr. J's exertions were almost entirely saved.—After the British evacuated Richmond on his return the first man he met with was Mr. Jefferson."
In addition to the testimony already cited, we may consider the following letter to Mr. Huntington the president of congress, dated Richmond January 20th, as an authentic source of intelligence, because it was written at a time when the circumstances were fresh in the recollection of every observer, and because it was addressed to a body intimately informed on the subject by innumerable means, and who would not have failed to have exposed the slightest attempt made to deceive them at a crisis so important and by a man of such elevated standing.
SIR,
"It may seem odd, considering the important events which have taken place in this state within the course of ten days past; that I should not have transmitted an account of them to
your Excellency sooner. But such has been their extraordinary rapidity, and such the unremitted attention they have required from all concerned in the government, that I do not recollect the portion of time that I could have taken to commit them to paper. On the 31st December a letter from a private gentleman to general Nelson, came to my hand, notifying that in the morning of the preceding day 28 sail of vessels entered the Capes and from the tenor of the letter, we had reason to expect, within a few hours further intelligence, whether they were friends or foes, their force and other circumstances. We immediately dispatched general Nelson to the lower country, with powers to call on the militia in that quarter, or act otherwise as exigencies should require: but waited further intelligence before we would call for militia from the middle or the upper country. No further intelligence came until the 2d of (January) inst. when the former was confirmed. It was ascertained they had advanced up James River to Warraqueque Bay. All arrangements were immediately taken for calling in a sufficient body of militia for opposition; in the night of the 3d we received advice they were at anchor opposite Jamestown. We then supposed Williamsburg to be their object. The wind however, which had hitherto been unfavorable shifted fair and the tide being also in their favor they ascended the river to Kennon's that evening, & with the next tide came up to Westover; having on their way taken possession of some works we had at Hood's by which 2 or 3 vessels received some damage: but which were of necessity abandoned by the small garrison of fifty men placed there on the enemy's landing to invest the works. Intelligence of their having quitted the station at Jamestown, from which we supposed they meant to land for Williamsburg, and that they had got in the evening to Cannon's, reached us the next morning at five o'clock and was the first indication of their meaning to penetrate towards this place or Petersburg. As the orders for drawing the militia here had been given but two days, no opposition was in readiness. Every effort was therefore necessary to withdraw the arms and other military stores, records, &c. from this place. Every effort was accordingly made to convey them to the foundry 6 miles above this, till about sunset of that day, when we learnt the enemy had come to an anchor at Westover that morning. We then knew this and not Petersburg was their object, and we began to carry across the river, many things remaining here, and to remove what had been transported to the foundry and Laboratory, to Westham the nearest crossing seven miles above this place: Which operation continued till they had approached very near. They marched from Westover at two o'clock in the afternoon of the fourth, and entered Richmond the day following. A regiment of infantry and about thirty horse continued without halting to the foundry; they burnt that, the Boring Mill Magazine, and two other houses, and proceeded to Westham, but nothing being in their power, there, they retired to Richmond: the next morning they burnt some buildings of public, and some of private property, with what stores remained in them: Destroyed a great quantity of private stores and about 12 o'clock retired towards Westover, when they encamped within the neck the next day. The loss is not accurately known. As far as I have been able to discover, it consisted, in this place
of about 300 muskets, some soldiers cloathing to a small amount, some quarter masters stores, of which 120 sides of Leather was the principle article, part of the artificers tools, and three waggons; besides which, five brass 4 lb's, which we sunk in the river were discovered to them, raised and carried off. Within 48 hours from the time of their landing, and 19 from our knowing their destination, they had penetrated 33 miles, done the whole injury and retired.
Their numbers from the best intelligence I have had, are about 1500 infantry, and, as to their cavalry accounts vary from 50 to 120, the whole commanded by the parricide Arnold. Our militia dispersed over a large tract of country, can be called in but slowly. On the day the enemy advanced to this place, two hundred only were embodied: they were of this town and its neighborhood, and were too few to do any thing. At this time they assembled in pretty considerable bodies, on the south of James River, but not yet brought to a point—On the north side are two or three small bodies amounting in, the whole to about nine hundred. The enemy were at 4 o'clock yesterday evening still remaining in their encampment, at Westover, and Berkley neck. In the mean time, Baron Steuben, a zealous friend, has descended from the dignity of his proper command, to direct our smallest movements. His vigilance has in a great measure supplied the want of force, in preventing the enemy from crossing the river, which might have been very fatal. He has been assiduously employed in preparing equipments for the militia as they assemble, pointing them to a proper object, and other offices of a good commander. Should they loiter a little longer, and it is found practicable to collect an adequate force, I flatter myself they will not escape with impunity. To what place they will point their next exertions, we cannot even conjecture. The whole country on tide waters, and adjacent to them, is equally open to similar insult."
(Signed) TH: JEFFERSON.
Upon this subject we will only add, an extract from a letter, written by general John Minor, of Fredericksburg, to his friend—"That being in company with general Stevens and others, when the charges bro't against Mr. Jefferson by Charles Symmes the present collector of the port of Alexandria, was the subject of conversation, general S. expressed the warmest indignation; said it was a falsehood to his certain knowledge ; that he despised the idea of effecting any political purpose at the expence of truth; that it was true he and Mr. J. differed in their sentiments, but nevertheless he did not believe there was a man in the United States, more attached to the interest of the country than Mr. J. He then stated particulars—that he was at Richmond a member of the legislature, and was among the last who quitted Richmond on the alarm being given that the enemy were coming into the city: that he saw Mr. J. there long after he thought it prudent, that he should leave; that he told him so, and urged him to be gone; stated to him what effect his capture might have upon the state; that as he had no troops he could do no possible good by staying: Mr. J. replied his reason for staying was to save as many of the public records as possible; that he should effect more by his presence than by agents; that he was well mounted, and was not apprehensive of being taken. I think he added that he believed Mr. J. did not leave the city until the enemy
were entering the lower part of it. From thence he went to Westham and there took measures to secure the public arms. He then spoke of the affair of Charlottesville, and I distinctly remember acquitted him of a blame."
That man must be blind indeed who after reading the testimony here adduced can see "any thing indicative of timidity, unwarranted by an immediate movement of the enemy and forbidden by a regard to their duties, which belong to the station he held."
There is some testimony so strong and so conclusive, that every man capable of deducing the proper inferences. Of this nature is the testimony which we have now advanced. We sincerely believe, that there is scarce a single individual whom this accumulated evidence will not serve to convince that Mr. Jefferson, so far from meriting the reproaches is entitled to the gratitude of his country, for his services during that period of the war. That to his activity and prudence we principally owe the preservation of most of our military stores, and some of our public records; and that during this perilous period, his presence of mind, his unruffled tranquility, the unshaken spirit of his foes were not less conspicuous than his activity and prudence.
That Mr. Turner should not have touched upon this part of Mr. Jefferson's history, is true, but it is passing strange.—Was it because he was unable, among his "oldest and most respectable inhabitants of Richmond to collect any fact which he might deem derogatory to Mr. Jefferson's reputation? Was it, that like other correct historians, he was really ignorant of that portion of our history which records the first invasion of Arnold upon the capital? Or was it that he really confounded this event with the precipitate march from Petersburg and occupation of Manchester? Under any of these constructions the vindication of Mr. Jefferson from the attack of Mr. T. acquires an additional force. If it was the first, Mr. Jefferson stands acquitted for his conduct during the first invasion, the forced silence of an opponent whose rancor had not exhausted force, and whose industry would have eagerly seized upon the slightest means of accusation. If it was either the second or the last, the statement Mr. Turner will be invalidated by his ignorance. For what credit will then be due to the assertions of an historian, when expatiating upon the details and minutiae of events, which proves himself ignorant of the difference and number of the most striking epochs?
Latest Foreign Articles.
LONDON, August 29.
We have already communicated the intention of government to assemble a considerable number of transports for the conveyance of troops, and we are now enabled to state that the most active measures have been adopted by the Transport Board for carrying it into effect—The whole of the tonnage to be contracted for amount to forty thousand tons of which ten thousand are actually engaged. The agents have received notice that the vessels will be wanted for three months at the end of which government is to be at liberty, should it be necessary, to enlarge the time. In the former case the transports are engaged at two and in the latter, fifteen shillings per ton. The Nore is fixed as the place of general rendezvous.
October 29.

destination is Revel and Riga, whence they will proceed with Russian troops, to Swedish Pomerania.
Sept. 6,
The cession of Swedish Pomerania to Russia, is officially contradicted. This is an important fact; as it is now not unreasonable to suppose that Prussia will remain neutral; for we know not of any other point upon which the cabinets of Petersburg and Berlin are likely to disagree.
Government has received information, that the camp at Boulogne was breaking up, and the troops marching towards the Rhine. Sir Sidney Smith has been off the French coast reconnoitering.
Bonaparte continued at Boulogne on the 9th; but our Dover correspondent informs us that he has since left it, and that the number of troops and tents is much less than it was. We dare say part of the army has been sent to the Rhine.
We lately mentioned, that the harvest has proved so abundant in Spain, that foreign corn had fallen 300 per cent. Accounts from Cadiz of the 31 of August state, that there were upwards of 40,000 barrels of American flour in the harbor, for which no sale could be obtained, although offered at a prime cost.
CONSTANTINOPLE, JULY 28.
The Porte has received another courier from Egypt, who brings advice that Elfi Bey, who was once in England, has accepted the invitation of the chief of the Arnauts, Seid Aly, and had advanced as far as Cairo, when those accounts came away, but was obliged, before he entered that city, to propose a treaty of amity to the Bays of the opposite party, to keep his rear free. The treaty is probably concluded. At the same time he has described to the Porte, the situation of Egypt, and represented the necessity of restoring the Mamelukes to their former power in that country, which would be the only means of restoring order and tranquility.
Two French spies have been arrested at Venice, where they had taken drawings of the fortifications recently completed at that place.
BERLIN, Aug. 2.
Mr. Wucherer has arrived here from the court of the elector of Wirtemberg. It is reported that the object of his mission is to apply to the king of Prussia, to unite the states of Wirtemberg to the armed neutrality of the north, in the event of the renewal of hostilities on the continent.
Bonaparte is said to have declared, that he will not consent to any peace, until Malta is restored to the knights of St. John, of Jerusalem, and a body of French troops shall march into the Neapolitan territories, as soon as any part of the Russian troops quits the republic of the Seven islands. An arrangement betwixt Austria and France, at the expense of Switzerland, is talked of. The French charge d'affaires at Hesse Cassel intimated, that if Mr. Taylor, the English charge d'affaires, was not dismissed from that court in ten days he should take his departure.—The ten days elapsed, and Mr. Taylor continues at Hesse Cassel.
The Danish minister, Bernstorff, has had frequent conferences with M. Hardenberg—The object of these meetings is unknown, as the projected marriage between the prince of Prussia and a princess of Denmark, is not to take place.
At the last order for recruiting the Austrian army, even the subjects of foreign powers were not spared. Several remonstrances have been made on the subject, but without producing the desired effect.
RIGA, Aug. 3.
Several regiments of our army are on their march; and ships of war are fitting out at Cronstadt. There is a talk of some armies, the commanders of which are not however as yet appointed. The Russian fleet of Cronstadt and Revel, consisting of 18 ships of the line, and some frigates, is now cruising in the Baltic.
AMSTERDAM, Aug. 6.
American ships from Balti-
more and Charleston, bound to Amsterdam, have been taken off the Texel by the English, and sent for England, the English admiral who cruises before the Texel has declared, that he has orders to send to England all ships bound to the Texel with West India produce.
NEWPORT,
Thursday, Nov. 7, 1805.
On the 28th of last month the General Assembly of this State commenced their Fall Session at South-Kings-town and ended it on the 2d inst.
We understand that they passed few or no general laws; but were almost wholly occupied in trying private petitions. And we are happy in stating that such was there progress upon the docket of petitions for the benefit of the insolvent Act passed in June, 1756, that at their next Session it is probable the docket will be entirely cleared of those kind of petitions. In that case it is probable that a great number of petitioners who now crowd the docket will be under the cruel necessity of submitting like the rest of their fellow-citizens to the laws of their country .
The Assembly likewise passed an Act appointing a Thanksgiving on the 28th of this month, the proclamation for which is published in this day's paper. They will meet again on the last Monday of February at East-Greenwich according to their adjournment.
PROCLAMATION.
State of Rhode-Island & Providence Plantations. In General Assembly November the second, A.D. 1805.
WHEREAS it is the duty of the dependent creatures of GOD, not only at all times to receive his bounty with hearts of thankfulness but also at appointed times, and in a public and social manner, to express their sense of his goodness,
Resolved, That it be recommended to the good people of this State, to observe Thursday, the twenty-eighth day of November instant, as a day of public Thanksgiving and Praise: That they unite in rendering thanks to the Giver of every good and perfect gift, that while the nations of the earth have been convulsed by wars and violence, have been plundered and oppressed by the cupidity and ambition of wicked men, and have been in many instances deprived of liberty, by those in whom they trusted to preserve it, the people of this land have dwelt in peace; have enjoyed the fruits of their labor, and the protection of law, and have hitherto been wise to discern their friends from pretenders to friendship, and real liberty from that visionary state which would have usurped the name: That though it has seemed good in the eyes of divine justice and power, to visit some of our cities with pestilence, yet divine mercy has stayed the hand of the destroyer, and has not suffered the people to be destroyed utterly: That though he has withheld his rain in the usual abundance, yet the fig-tree has blossomed, and fruit has been in the vine; the labor of the olive has not failed, and the fields have yielded meat; the flocks are not cut off from the fold, and there are herds in the stall: That the means of education are extended and multiplied, but more especially that the book of divine truth is open before us, and that we read and hear the glad tidings of salvation.
And also to unite in imploring a continuance of his divine mercy; and forasmuch as his hand has smitten us, by taking away our Chief Magistrate by death, that he would inspire the hearts of the people with a fervent desire to consider, in the choice of a successor, the things that make for their welfare: That he would put far away all party, self interest and ambition, and direct their eyes to one who shall fear his holy name, and go in and out before the people in an acceptable manner.
And further to confess their manifold sins and transgressions, and pray for the assistance of the holy Spirit.
Resolved further, That it be also recommended to the people to abstain, on that day, from all unnecessary business and unbecoming recreation; and that the Secretary cause these resolutions to be printed and made public, in the manner in which the proclamations of the Governor are accustomed to be printed and published.
A true Copy: Witness SAMUEL EDDY, Sec'y.
The Mississippi Herald, printed at Natchez, of the 6th ult. says—"we are informed by a gentleman from the neighborhood of Pinckneyville, that a party of armed Spaniards (number not known) entered that place late on Monday evening last, and forcibly seized and carried off Mr. Reuben and Mr. Samuel Kemper. When our
informant left home he understood that Col. Baker was employed taking depositions respecting this event, for the information of the executive."
The same paper says—"an agent of Mr. Edward Randolph's who kept a store, at the mouth of Bayou Sarah, has been also driven from thence at an hour's notice."
MARRIED,
In this town, Major James Tanner to Miss Mary Dunbar.
DIED,
In this town, on the 3d inst. Benjamin Slacum, aged forty-four years. During a severe and tedious illness, he manifested, under the most excruciating sufferings of bodily pain, that patience which is characteristic of entire resignation to the will of his Creator; in whom, with humble submission, he placed his trust, and hope, of being accepted, thro' the merits of his Redeemer, in the mansions of the blest.
CUSTOM-HOUSE.
District of Newport, November 6.
ENTERED, From Sloop Betty, Child, New-York, Do. Fame, Justin, do. Do. Fame, Waldin, do. CLEARED, For Brig Russell, Newton, W. Indies, Sloop Hunter, Shurcliff, Albany, Do. Joau, Wedcott, Norfolk, Sch't. Lucretia, Spencer, Charleston.
State of Rhode Island & Providence Plantations. In General Assembly, October Session, A. D. 1805.
An Act further to suspend the operation of the act, entitled, "An act for the limitation of certain personal actions."
Be it enacted by the General Assembly, and by the authority thereof it is enacted, That the operation of the said Statute be and the same is hereby so far further suspended until the twenty-fifth day of April next; that the same shall then operate and take effect, in the same way and manner as if the same had passed and been enacted on the twenty-fifth day of April, in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred.
Resolved, That this act be forthwith published by the Secretary, in all the news-papers printed in this State.
A true Copy, Witness, SAMUEL EDDY, Sec'y.
For sale by CHARLES C. HOSKINS & Co. 50 barrels, prime Beef, Tar, Pitch & Turpentine. Newport, Oct. 7.
Delays are Dangerous.
ALL Persons who are indebted to Nichols & Cundall for breaking and carding wool, are hereby requested to call, previous to the twentieth of this month, and settle their accounts with the subscriber; whereby he may be enabled to make a final settlement with the concerned: He positively declines future superintending the business.
SAMUEL CLARK.
N. B. The above business will be continued as usual. October 7, 1805.
Cheaper than was ever sold in Newport.
W. R. WILDER,
PLEDGES himself to sell every article in the Book & Stationary line, either at wholesale or retail, cheaper than can be bought in Newport. It being his intention to relinquish the business of his Book-Store next spring—his present Affortment will be found extensive and well chosen. Newport, Nov. 7.
Variety Store.
THE subscriber has for sale at his old stand, in Broad Street, all kinds of West-India GOODS,
And a thousand other articles in the Grocery line, as cheap as at any Store in Newport. He invites all his old customers and the public in general, to call and see. The least favor gratefully acknowledged. Just received 1000 wt. of clean Flax—fresh essence of Spruce.—Also, Barley and Flax Seed—wire Riddles, of the most approved kind. Likewise, just received, a new supply of Patent CHIP for Bonnets, very white and glossy. WILLIAM DOUGLASS. August 29.
FOR SALE BY SAMUEL VERNON, jun.
Sherry Wine,
A few boxes white and brown SUGAR, Cognac Brandy,—Holland Geneva,—Verdigrease,—and Loaf SUGAR, at his Store on the Long Wharf. Newport, Sept. 15.
NEW GOODS.
Solomon Townsend & Co.
At their Old Stand in Thames Street. HAVE just received, in addition to their former assortment, a supply of new GOODS,
Purchased in New-York with cash, which they are determined to sell as low by wholesale or retail as can any where be purchased in Newport; among which are,
  Excellent Dutch black Cloth,  India Cotton, different qualities,    Best superfine English blue and black, and mixed ditto,  Bed Tick and brown Linens,    Second and low-priced ditto,  6-4 and 9-8 cambrick Muffs,    Superfine black, and other Cashmeres,  Fine, mull, and India Book do.    Fine Shirting Cottons, Irish Linens & Diapers Velvets & cotton Cashmeres,  Ladies long and habit silk Gloves,    Men's fine cotton Hose, Men's black and white English silk ditto,  Extra long & habit do. Satins and Modes, French & India Late-trings,    Men's white and black silk Gloves,  Fine white and black Laces,    Black Crapes, Parasols Threads, Tapes, Pins, &c.  Cotton and linen Table-Cloths, from 6-4 to 12-4,    Durants and Russells, Fine & common Flannel,  5-4, 6-4, 7-4 and 8-4 silk netted Shawls, Chambray Muffs, Very cheap India and English Calicoes, &c. &c. &c.    2 doz. excellent Late-tring Umbrellas,    Newport, June 14, 1805.
Evening School.
THE subscriber purposes to commence an Evening School on Monday 21st inst. Newport, Oct. 10. J. SPRAGUE.
For Sale,
A LARGE two story Dwelling-House pleasantly situated on Farewell Street, having four rooms on a floor, and a good Cellar under it—with a large Garden, and a well of excellent water, occupied by Jeremiah Austin. Also, a Lot of Land to the Northward adjoining, 59 feet front, and 87 back. The Lots will be sold together, or separate, as may best suit purchasers. For terms &c. apply to BENJAMIN HADWEN. Newport, 8 mo. 21, 1805.
For Sale,
THAT well known, beautiful FARM, belonging to the subscriber, lying about one mile from the Town of Newport, containing one hundred acres, with a large, convenient well finished Dwelling-House, Cheese-House, Cribb, Barn, Chaise-House, and other necessary buildings thereon; an excellent Orchard of engrafted and wilding fruit, which makes from 50 to 60 barrels of Cyder yearly—very well sheltered with large trees; and a beautiful Garden. It is unnecessary to describe the goodness of the soil, as it is well-known to be equal if not superior to any on this Island, with one of the first privileges of manure from the Beach adjoining;—a beautiful pond below the orchard, where fine perch and other fish are taken in great abundance, and in the season of it, the finest shooting of sea fowl of almost every description: The whole lying beautifully to the sun. The greatest part of said Farm being now in meadow land, that will average two tons of hay to the acre; the remainder suitable for barley &c. The above estate is well fenced, in four able divisions, with the best of stone wall. An indisputable title will be given, and the terms made easy.—Apply to NICHOLAS P. EASTON, on the premises. Newport, October 9, 1805.
Boots, Shoes, &c.
THE subscriber offers for sale, very low for Cash, a quantity of excellent Suarrow Boots, Bootees, and men's Shoes, suitable for the Southern market, or West-Indian. SAMUEL WATSON, No. 9, Market Square. Newport, Oct. 3.
N. B. Said Watson offers for sale, the commodious three-story Dwelling-House, in which he now resides, which is an excellent stand for business of any kind. The terms will be made easy to the purchaser. Apply as above. WILLIAM DOUGLASS, At the Sign of the Janu-Bones, Head of Broad-Street,
HAS just received, a quantity of new Chip for Bonnets, very wide thick glossy and white. October 25.
To be Let,
THE lower rooms of a well finished, and convenient Dwelling-House, in a pleasant and healthy part of the town. For further particulars, enquire of the Printer. Newport, October 17, 1805.

POETRY.
THE MAID WITH BOSOM COLD.
BY WM. SMITH.
Of me they say, I'm often told— "See there the Maid with bosom cold; "Indifference o'er her heart presides, "And love and lovers she despises; "Their idle darts, unmeaning chains, "Fantastic whims and silly pains: "In pride secure, in reason bold, "See there the Maid with bosom cold."
Ah! ever be they thus deceived! Still be my bosom cold believed, And never may enquiring eyes Pierce thro' unhappy Love's disguise: Yet could they all my bosom share, And see each painful tumult there, Ah! never should I then be told, That I'm the Maid with bosom cold.
A fated fever my suffering mind To endless struggles has consign'd. I feel a flame I must not own, I love, yet every hope is flown; Too strong to let my passion sway, Too weak to teach it to obey, I agonize, and then am told, That I'm the Maid with bosom cold.
The joy o'er all my looks express'd Conceals a bosom ill at rest: To hills and rouls I haste away, But only imitate the gay: I jest at Love and mock his pow'r, Yet feel his triumph every hour: And lost to ev'ry bliss—am told That I'm the Maid with bosom cold.
Unable from myself to fly, I catch each word, I read each eye; Another comes—I die with fear, Lest others mark my failing air; My eye perhaps too fondly gaz'd, My tongue too much—too little, prais'd; Suspicion's trembling flame—I'm told That I'm the Maid with bosom cold.
With anxious toil, with ceaseless care, Content and careless I appear; And mirth beneath another's eye, Alone I heave the hopeless sigh, Hang musing o'er its image dear, Fiction my cheek th' unbidden tear, And think, ah! why should I be told That I'm the Maid with bosom cold?
The flower may wave its foliage gay, And flaunt it to the gairish day, Unseen the while a canker's pow'r, May haste its honors to devour; And thus, while vainly round me play Youth's zephyr breath, and Pleasure's ray, My fate unknown, my tale untold, That finds the Maid with bosom cold.
VARIETY.
Philip, King of Macedon.
He once happened to fall to the ground, when engaged in some gymnastic exercises. As he rose he observed the impression of his body in the sand.—"Heavens," cried Philip, "how small a space hath nature allotted to us, and yet we are vain enough to desire to command the universe."
On Indolence.
If industry is no more than habit, it is, at least, an excellent one. "If you ask me which is the real hereditary sin of human nature, do you imagine I shall answer pride, or luxury, or ambition, or egotism? No; I shall say, indolence. Who conquers indolence, will conquer all the rest." Indeed, all good principles must stagnate without mental activity.
On a tranquil Life.
A CALM and tranquil life renders the indulgence of sensual pleasures less dangerous. The theatre of sensuality exhibits scenes of waste and brutality, of noisy mirth and tumultuous riot; present to observation pernicious goblets, overloaded tables, lascivious dancing, receptacles for disease, tombs with faded roses, and all the dismal haunts of pain. But to him who retires with detestation from such gross delights, the joys of sense are of a more elevated kind; soft, sublime, pure, permanent, and tranquil.
It was not customary for the commanders of antiquity to expose their persons needlessly as appears from an anecdote,
preserved by Plutarch. "A rash officer showing his wounds with exultation to Timotheus, he said, "When I was your General against Samians, I should have been ashamed if an arrow from a catapulta* had fallen near me."
* The catapulta are military engines which throw very large arrows to a great distance.
MARMONTEL had twice the honor of being a rival of the great Marshall Saxe in the esteem of Mademoiselles Navarre & Verriere. The following trait in the character of the defender of his country is genuine, and will create a smile.
"It is notorious, that with much nobleness and dignity of soul, the Marshall was fond of mirth and jollity. By talis, as well as by system, he loved merriment in his armies, saying that the French never did so well as when they were led on gaily, and that what they most feared in war, was weary inactivity. He had always a comic opera in his camp. It was at the theatre that he gave the order of battle; and on those days the principal actresses used to come forward and say: "Gentlemen, to-morrow there will be no play, on account of the battle the Marshall gives; after to-morrow, the Cock of the Village, with the Merry Intrigues, &c."
Near Market Drayton (Eng.) is a public house called the Four Alls which are severally depicted on the sign board, by a King, a Parson, a Soldier, and a Peasant. From the mouths of each character issues a descriptive label—the Monarch says, "I govern all"—the Divine, "I pray for all"—the Soldier, "I fight for all" and John Bull, in a waggoner's frock, hands, archly exclaiming, "But I pay for all" [A sign of the same description stood before a Public house in Philadelphia.]
For Charleston, (S. C.)
THE fast sailing Sloop Julia Ann, Nathan Anthony, Master; will sail by the 25th instant. For freight or passage, (having excellent accommodations) apply to BOWEN & ENNES, Stevens' Wharf. Newport, Oct. 11, 1805.
French Town Seminary Lottery.
ALL persons who are indebted to the Managers of said Lottery, for Tickets in the first Class, are earnestly requested to make immediate payment; otherwise their Notes will be put in suit without further notice. THOMAS FRY, PARDON TILLINGHAST, GEORGE CARD. Managers. East Greenwich, Oct. 8, 1805.
NOTICE is hereby given to the creditors of the estate of Elizabeth Carr, widow, late of Newport, deceased, that the Court of Probate of the town of Newport have allowed them Six Months longer from this date, to exhibit their claims against said estate to the undersigned Commissioners, who will receive the same at their respective dwellings, at any time within said term. No claim will be received unless properly attested. DANIEL DUNHAM, jun. } Commissioners. JOB TOWNSEND, } All persons indebted to said estate, are requested to make immediate payment unto SAMUEL C. CARR, Administrator. Newport, October 7, 1805.
Now landing from the brig HORN, and for Sale By JOSEPH LYON, At his Wharf, FOUR thousand bushels of Liverpool Salt, Eighty Crates of Liverpool assorted Ware, Six Chaldrons of good Coal. Also, a quantity of Pitch and Tar. Newport, July 31.
Benjamin T. Chandler
IS opening at his Shop No. 9. Cheap Side, Providence, directly opposite the Roger Williams Bank, a large assortment of Ingrain & Scotch Floor Carpetings, which will be sold as cheap as can be purchased in the State. Also, a large assortment of DRY GOODS, lower than usual. August 20, xw.
William Moore, jun. & Co.
At their Store No. 99, Thames-Street, HAVE just opened a very complete assortment of seasonable DRY GOODS, which they are now selling much lower than usual. Also, 4 bales blue BAFFS, suitable for the African market, entitled to drawback. Newport, June 19, 1805. 46
TO BE SOLD, By SHEFFIELD ATTWOOD, At No. 10, on the Ferry Wharf, below Market Square.
50 Hhds good retailing Molasses, 50 Do. do. New Rum, A few Hhds. Antigua & Jamaica Rum, A few pipes Holland Gin, 6 Tierces new Rice, 20 Boxes Hard Soap, 300 Bushels old Corn, 30 Boxes 1st quality mould and dip'd tallow Candles, 70 Bbls. prime Beef in good order for shipping, 60 Bbls. mss Beef, Cables of any dimensions and Cordage of any size can be had on the shortest notice, A few pieces Ravens Duck, Sundry Dwelling Houses in different parts of the Town. Newport, Oct. 9, 1805.
TO BE SOLD, AND possession given the 25th March 1806, a FARM, very pleasantly situated in South-Kingstown, twelve miles from Gardner's Ferry, and one mile south of the post road, leading to New-London, and nearly the same distance from the sea, where the manure it affords can easily be obtained in any quantity; containing 70 acres good land, proportioned into meadow, pasture, and tillage, well watered and fenced, with a two story Dwelling-House, garden, well of good water, barn, crib, cheese-house &c. thereon, and an orchard of choice engrafted Fruit: Also, a corn mill in complete repair, on a good stream of water, with a good share of custom, where the Tanning and Clothier's business may be carried on to advantage: Also, a Lot of 46 1/2 acres, covered with young and thrifty wood, fit for immediate use, about one mile from the house—six loads in a day can be brought to the door. The conditions will be made easy and convenient to the purchaser. Apply to EDWARD or THO. C. HAZARD, on the premises. South-Kingstown, Sept. 16.
John M. Mansfield,
At his Shoe-Store, No. 114, Thames-Street, HAS just received a fresh supply of Shoes of the following kinds, viz. 1 Trunk of Ladies London made Kid Slippers, with and without heels, of various colours & figures, with round and sharp toes, 1 Trunk Do. American made, 1 Do. black Morocco spring heels, best quality, 1 Do. with heels, 1 Do. low priced black Morocco, 1 Do. Ladies cloth Shoes with heels. He has also received a supply of Leather Shoes, Consisting of Gentlemen's fine Shoes & Morocco Pumps, Women's, Misses, & Children's leather do.—A supply of Shoe Bows, by the dozen or single pair—a few groce of steel Buckles, separate from the Bows, very low. He keeps constantly on hand, Roxbury manufactured Boot Legs, by the doz. or single pair. He has also on hand, a few doz. of black Roan Skins, suitable for Hatter's use. Many of the above Goods will be sold as low by the quantity as at any Store in the United States. Newport, May 23.
JOHN SHEARMAN,
RESPECTFULLY informs his friends, and the public in general, that he has removed from his late place of residence, to No. 133, Thames-Street, opposite Messrs. Gardner and Dean's Auction-Store; where he has for sale, as usual, GROCERIES, HARDWARE, &c. &c. as cheap as ever. Newport, May 31st, 1805.
Hard Ware, Stationary, &c.
DAVID MELVILL, RESPECTFULLY informs his friends, that he has just received a very handsome assortment of Hard-Ware, Cutlery, Ironmongery, Japaned Ware, Cabinet Furniture, Stationary &c. &c. Also, Deep sea Lines and Leads, hand do. Fishing Lines, Bed-Cords, and Clothes-Lines. Also, New-York Manufactured TOBACCO and SNUFF, Consisting of Negro Head; Pigtail; Ladies Twist, & cut Tobacco; Maccabau and Scotch SNUFF, of the first quality at the Manufactory prices. *Cash given for Lead. Newport, Dec. 20, 1804.
For Sale,
A LARGE two story Dwelling-House, with five rooms on a floor—a well of good water in the yard; and an excellent large Garden, situate in Thames Street. Apply to WILLIAM SLOCUM. Newport, March 20, 1805.
TO BE LET, And poss given the 10th of April, SHOP No. 83, Thames-Street, nearly opposite the Union-Bank. Enquire at this Office. March 27, 1805.
TO BE LET, A PART of a convenient Dwelling-House, pleasantly situated in Thames-Street, near the Red Market. Enquire of the Printer. Newport, Sept. 25, 1805.
Engraving on Stone.
ELISHA SMITH, jun. RESPECTFULLY informs the public that he has taken the Yard lately occupied by Mr. Henry Bull, where he carries on the Stone Cutting business, in all its various branches.—Those who favor him with their employ may depend upon having their work executed with neatness and dispatch. Newport, Aug. 20.
TO BE SOLD BY JOHN & HENRY CAHOONE, No. 15, Banister's Wharf,
A new & correct Chart
OF Long-Island Sound, from Montauk Point to Frog's Point, including Fisher's Island Sound, and Watch Hill Reef. Published June 1st, 1805, by John Caboone, Newport, and Nicol Foshick, New-London. Newport, July 17.
NOTICE is hereby given, that the subscribers Executors to the last Will and Testament of John Hadwen, late of Newport, in the State of Rhode-Island, Merchant, deceased; have taken upon themselves that trust, and given bonds as the law directs:—And all persons having demands upon the estate of the said John Hadwen, deceased, are requested to exhibit the same; and all persons indebted to the said estate, are called upon to make payment to ELIZABETH HADWEN, Execx. BENJAMIN HADWEN, Execr. Newport, 26th of 10th Mo. 1804. 02
NOTICE is hereby given to the Creditors of the estate of George Reynolds, son of Jonathan, late of North Kingstown, mariner, deceased. That the Hon. Court of Probate of the town of North Kingstown, have allowed them Six months from this date to exhibit their claims against said estate, to the undersigned Commissioners, who will receive the same at their respective dwellings, at any time within said term. No claim will be received unless properly attested. JONATHAN REYNOLDS, } Commissioners. TANNER REYNOLDS, } All persons indebted to said estate, are requested to make immediate payment to SAMUEL CARTER, Administrator. North-Kingstown, Oct. 14th, 1805.
SAIL-MAKING.
THE subscribers having entered into partnership, under the firm of Dunham and Spooner, hereby inform the Public, that they carry on the Sail-Making business, in its various branches, at their Sail Loft, on the wharf of the late Gen. John Mathson, at the South part of the town. Those who may favor them with their custom, may depend on punctuality and dispatch. All favors will be gratefully acknowledged, by CHARLES C. DUNHAM, WING SPOONER, 2d. Newport April 3. 1802. 79 1/2.
NOTICE.
WHEREAS sundry reports having been circulated in the country greatly to the injury of the Town of Newport, the Board of Health are happy in stating to the Public, that from the best sources of information, it has been satisfactorily ascertained, that there is no instance of any malignant Fever in the town; and they are unanimous in the opinion, that it is more healthy, for the season, than it has been for several years past. By order of the Board. J. ALMY, Clerk. Newport, Oct. 22, 1805.
SAMUEL JAMES, HAS FOR SALE,
At his Paper Hanging Manufactory, which is in the House he now occupies, opposite to Mr. Lewis Peck's, on the West-Side of the Bridge, Providence, a great variety of House Paper and Bordering, of the newest and most elegant Figures at wholesale and retail, on as good terms as can be purchased in America. A generous credit given to those who purchase by the quantity for retailing. N. B. The above is printed on good paper, and the work well executed, by and under the direction of a workman from Europe. April 2, 1804. 183
Wanted Immediately,
A JOURNEYMAN HATTER, who is a good workman. To such an one, generous encouragement will be given. Apply to SAMUEL MOSES. Newport, Aug. 15.