Rhode-Island Republican (Newport, R.I.), 1804-08-23 00:00:00

Rhode-Island Republican.
AN INDISSOLUBLE UNION OF THE STATES, IS ESSENTIAL TO THEIR LIBERTY AND EXISTENCE.—WASHIN.
Published weekly, by OLIVER FARNSWORTH, (Printer to the STATE, and of the LAWS of the UNITED STATES.) Water-Street, N. YORK.
For the RHODE-ISLAND REPUBLICAN.
(Of the Western Insurrection, &c. continued from our paper of the 9th inst.)
ON the 20th of August, the conference waited on the commissioners at Pittsburgh, according to a previous appointment. Thomas McKean, Chief Justice, and general William Irwin, commissioners in behalf of the State of Pennsylvania, had also arrived at Pittsburgh.
The commissioners proposed an amnesty for all offences before that date, and certain beneficial arrangements, for adjusting delinquencies and prosecutions for penalties now depending, to be made and communicated by the officers appointed to carry the said acts into execution.
The conditions, on which these privileges were offered, were, that the general committee, to meet at Red-stone old fort, should explicitly declare their determination to submit to the laws of the United States, & that they would not directly nor indirectly oppose the execution of the acts for raising a revenue on distilled spirits or furs, and that they would explicitly recommend a perfect and entire acquiescence under the execution of said acts.
The conference, for themselves, promised an entire acquiescence, and to recommend the same to the committee at Red-stone; which they agreed to call four days sooner than had been appointed.
The commissioners on behalf of the State, proposed an amnesty for all indictable offences against the laws of the State, on condition of their keeping the peace and complying with the terms proposed by the United States.
The conference, knowing the importance of time in the present state of the country, were impatient with the commissioners to obtain it, but their own authority being limited to a short day, it was not in their power to grant this request, which was however of the last importance in giving effect to all they had granted.
On the 28th of August, the committee of sixty met at Red-stone old fort (Brownsville.) While they were collecting, an armed party arrived from the upper parts of Washington county, who paraded the street with a drum beating. This party consisted of about sixty or seventy infantry, well armed with rifles, and a few light horsemen mounted in uniform.
But still was the committee so intimidated at the menacing aspect of this warlike parade, and as the threats contained in an anonymous letter which a little before had been published in the Gazette, that some of its members who had the quieting of the country much at heart, hesitated about the propriety of attempting to support the report.
When the committee proceeded to business, Bradford urged to take the vote immediately, expressing his surprize that any man should hesitate or be unprepared to decide; from his manner, it was evident that, notwithstanding his agreement to the terms of submission at Pittsburgh, and his promises to the commissioners and his colleagues, he was now determined on a summary rejection of the report; and it then was generally believed that the armed party was brought there for the purpose of supporting him, and overruling the meeting.
It required great address in the committee to procure an adjournment of the question till the next day. On this occasion James Edgar, in an address containing ironical compliments on Bradford's strength of mind, which he probably took to be real, and arguments in favor of time for weak men like himself to make up their minds, delivered in a style well adapted to the hearers, and which could not give offence, contributed greatly to procure the adjournment.
Means were used to prevail on the armed party to retire that night, and the next day the gallery of spectators was much thinned, but reports were circulated that Bradford who lodged on the Washington side of the river that night, had bound himself faintly with a number of others to support the opposition by force of arms, until government would be brought to agree unequivocally to their own terms.
The meeting was opened next morning, by a long, sensible and eloquent speech, by Mr. Gallatin; he alone would venture to open the business in this direct manner. In this speech, no motive to submission was left unexplained, nor any objection left unanswered; he was supported by Mr. Brackenridge, who having no new ground of argument left unexplained, enforced and enlarged on the arguments already offered, and addressed their consciences and their fears; his argument was of the more importance that it was decisive; formerly he had temporised in such a manner as to induce the rioters to believe he was a friend to their cause.
But like the spirit which at unlooked-for occasions actuated the Habsburg King, the phrenzy which actuated Bradford during the whole of this period; at this unlucky moment impelled him to rise and address the committee in a most extravagant harangue, in the course of which he urged the propriety of erecting an independent government, and alleged that the Federal government had only terminated with Spain and Britain about the Mississippi and the western posts, and trifled with the Indians.
The arguments were concluded by Mr. Edgar; some part of his speech struck my attention so much, and I recollect it so well, that I will trouble the reader with a short extract of it. He stated, that he had been a member of the convention which ratified the federal constitution, and had in it objected to the unqualified power of levying excises, but that they had submitted to it, many of them had advocated it in all its parts: Their officers, legislative, executive and judicial had sworn to support it, and they had all voted for members of Congress and applied to the government for protection under it, which was a solemn acknowledgement of their allegiance to it, with all the powers with which it was vested.
When the vote was taken, the meeting were not unanimous, there were 34 yeas and 23 nays; six men, it is asserted, said afterwards that they had given in the Nay ticket instead of the Yes, by mistake; the certainty of this cannot be known, though if it had not happened they need not have told it, for no one knew how another voted. The vote was on the following resolution. "That in the opinion of this committee, it is the interest of the people of this country to accede to the proposals made by the commissioners of the U. States."
In some of the townships next to the frontiers, even the people who attended the meetings absolutely refused to sign, because there were none among them who had given offence, or at any time opposed the execution of the excise law. They took it amiss that they were called upon; and said, let them sign in the places where they are involved. The whole county of Fayette acted on the same principle.
The commissioners returned to Philadelphia before the day of signing, except Mr. Ross, who stayed to receive the lists of subscribers, and to observe the temper that would be discovered on that occasion.
It was plainly perceived that longer time was necessary; a new committee of 12 conference was appointed to procure it, if possible. The conference who had been with the commissioners before, believing it could not be obtained, and having been accused of receiving bribes from the government by those very persons for whom they had labored to procure an amnesty, declined accepting a second appointment, and 12 new conference were appointed, of whom only 8 waited on the commissioners at Pittsburgh, who had not in their power to grant longer time as their own authority was to expire in a few days.
On the terms proposed by the commissioners not being decided on by the committee of 12, they withdrew them, and substituted new ones to be subscribed by the people individually in their town meetings, or election districts. The text to be subscribed was in the following words: "I do solemnly promise, henceforth to submit to the laws of the United States; and that I will not directly or indirectly oppose the execution of the act for raising a revenue on distilled spirits and furs, and that I will support as far as the law requires the civil authority in affording the protection due to all officers and other citizens."
These terms were agreed to on the 21 September, but it was the 4th before they were printed ready for the conference to leave Pittsburgh; consequently there was but six days to spread the necessary information through a country, containing 70,000 inhabitants, (exclusive of the extensive county of Bedford, for which the text was also intended) spread over a territory not much less extensive than the State of Connecticut, and intersected by mountains and large bodies of unpeopled lands.
The word solemnly was considered as an oath, and from henceforth, as an acknowledgement of having offended heretofore, which with much the greater number of the inhabitants in general, and many districts with respect to the whole inhabitants, was not true. The commissioners indeed agreed that those objectionable words should be stricken out, and published it in the gazette; but the gazette did not, nor could not arrive in most places till after the day of signing. In some places however the people suppressed these words themselves.
In some of the townships next to the frontiers, even the people who attended the meetings absolutely refused to sign, because there were none among them who had given offence, or at any time opposed the execution of the excise law. They took it amiss that they were called upon; and said, let them sign in the places where they are involved. The whole county of Fayette acted on the same principle.
The commissioners returned to Philadelphia before the day of signing, except Mr. Ross, who stayed to receive the lists of subscribers, and to observe the temper that would be discovered on that occasion. He also was obliged to go to Philadelphia before all the returns were come to hand. The tumults that took place on the day of signing, and the heat and agitation which discovered itself in a few places, particularly among the uninformed part of the Germans, for a few days after it, induced several of the judges and other persons of information to agree in opinion with Mr. Ross.
It would be necessary to have an army sent into it would be but this opinion was also made up in country for information, and consequently was changed. It was but a few days, in some places the very next day, after signing, that many of those who had been most riotous on the day of signing, came some of them in tears, begging permission to sign.
From a view of the subject it is evident, that if but one week had been allowed for the people to deliberate on the assurances they were required to sign, the submission to the law would have been complete, at least there would have been so few exceptions, that they would have given no alarm. The commissioners however, are not to blame for not giving longer time; their own powers expired with the time given to the people. The reasons, that determined the President to limit the authority of the commissioners to so short a period, will be given in their proper place.
WILLIAM TELL.
(To be continued.)
For the RHODE-ISLAND REPUBLICAN.
THE science of politics is that in which all other sciences are blended. It is more immediately, and emphatically interesting to mankind because it has for its object the richest and most precious boon of life, viz. FREEDOM and PROTECTION. The first every individual inherits from nature; the other is the legitimate end and aim of society.
Hail sacred policy by freedom rear'd; Hail sacred freedom when by law restrain'd.
It is the invariable policy of a wise and provident people to preserve the practical operations of their government in strict subordination to its primitive object. This object can be no other than the good of the State, or, otherwise expressed, the prosperity of the people that compose it, considered in a general and collective point of view.
It has been said, and with the greatest evidence of propriety; that "every generation becomes wiser and wiser." In looking through the different ages and nations of the world; in tracing the rise and progress of empires, the patient, generous, and reflecting mind sees with rapture, and admiration this apothegm practically and substantially verified. Compare the complexion of modern Europe to what it was in ancient day: See how the face of war is smoothened, and horror made to smile: See the pale, reclining, expiring, half-supported flame of freedom which languished in the heights of some solitary, cloud-cap'd mountain, or

within the impregnable battlements of some fe- quenced city, now mounting in irresistible lu- stre to the skies, and enveloping the continent. Behold the degraded, ignorance-befet, toil-de- voted peasants, who had been hunted like pa- tridges in the forest, and shot by patrician hands in wanton, and cruel (though polished) sport, inspired with courage, enlightened with wisdom, assembling in arms, and sacredly pledging to each other their lives (which was all they had to pledge) for the just assertion, and ulti- mate redemption of those other attributes of their nature, without which life itself is but a dreary thing. Behold them exhorting to their aid, rewarding with their confidence, and sup- porting with their best blood (which flows in copious, and fertilizing streams!) those of expe- rience, and renown, who they fondly suppose can put them in the path of victory, restore them to themselves, and to the purposes of their God!
It is in reviewing the calamities which have convulsed and distressed the world, the heart is touched with sensations of deep and pungent sorrow, yet there is a benignant gleam of deli- cious satisfaction which penetrates these clouds of despondency and sheds abroad in the mind a quickening and hopeful influence: Yes, every drop of precious blood that has been shed; ev- ery groan that has been uttered; every pang that has been endured by the devoted sons of liberty— the consecrated, heaven-inspired martyrs of free- dom, through every age, still live, and speak, and plead in behalf of the human race! They comprise a hallowed trinity of political faith, pro- mulgating to all the world, political salvation!
Tho' they may appear as the melancholy result of suffering, & affliction; still those afflicted sufferers would rejoice in them as in the most noble duty of their existence. The sacrifice, tho' immense, has been voluntary; and is not the less interesting, and propitious to mankind that it cost the suf- ferers dear. They comprise a holy constellation which (like the star that appeared in the east at the birth of a Messiah) move on, and stand over, and invite to a glorious achievement of univer- sal emancipation. This is in strict conformity to the divine assurances of gospel revelation: But without this authority who would dare to say it will never be accomplished! With such authority, who would be willing to incur such gross, such blasphemous impiety, and sacrilege! It is certainly consistent with every sound and genuine principle to assert, that the time will come when ambition shall be smothered—when oppression and violence shall cease, and peace and righteousness shall bless the earth!
Is it not a ridiculous, an abominable specta- cle, to witness a puny, withering, dwindling, perishing disciple of systematic usurpation, ris- ing on his pedestal of trodden earth, and pro- claiming as the unalterable doom of man, his devoted subjection, subjection, and misery! Though the unquenchable flame of civil freedom is burning and sparkling, and extending itself before him: though the bright beams of social happiness, multiply from day to day; yet the tyran, traitorous voice is heard, constant and vain as the surges that rush against the shore, confusing, vilifying, and condemning every ex- ertion which contributed to it; and denouncing in advance, every measure tending to promote the benignant, and desirable work.
Are mankind so constitutionally and in- herently vile, that they ought not to be en- trusted with electing their form of government, and selecting those who are to be invested with the ministration of it? Are they, indeed, "their own worst enemies," and so radically impelled to enormity and outrage, that it requires angels in the form of a privileged order, to reclaim and preserve them? Let these propositions be estab- lished, and it irresistibly follows that a state of rude and uncultivated nature, is their most ad- visable and desirable state. For if the principle takes place at all, it must operate universally, and goes equally to disparage and degrade the vaunting oracles, however artificially he may be listened, and the delving throng whom he would thus condemn to passive obedience. Human na- ture is human nature: And no rational person will deny that the common people possess a full proportion of laudable propensities, and virtu- ous sentiments. If, then, the common people are depraved, how much more depraved are they who are panting for dominion! It is not the adventitious circumstance of fortune that can give them excellence: It is not the fire of am- bition that can purify their souls: It is not the boasting advantages of a splendid education that can rectify the heart; nor the habitues of as- cendancy that will soften the affections. To what a deplorable condition will this hypothesis reduce mankind!
Besides the very methods which this "ho- le throng of angels bright" deliberately pursue for the accomplishment of their purpose, con- victs them of iniquitous design. Let it be re- membered that the leading postulate of their doctrine is, that the people (the mass of popula- tion) are utterly irrational—are absolutely, and incorrigibly ignorant even of the principles of self preservation—are irrevocably doomed by the solemn decree of primitive nature, to grace, by their sufferings, the daring projects of bold, and aspiring demagogues, unless they implicitly commit themselves to those men "of all the tal- ents and all the learning," for their safeguard, and protection. This they affect to be able to make out by an elaborate course of abstruse and obscure reasoning, predicated as they pretend upon historical fact. To whom are these in- tellectual efforts addressed? To the very people whom they have previously degraded to the level of brutes, as being utterly void of every species of understanding, and every capacity of improve- ment. Let us now attend for a moment to the true state of the question.
If the people are what they are represented as being, of what avail is it to attempt to reason with them? If they are dead to every sense of justice, expediency, and propriety, how can they appreciate the force of an argument? The very act of offering it presupposes two things, 1st, that those to whom it is offered with the inten- tion (design in this case would be a more appro-
priate word) of influencing their conduct, are capacitated to judge (which consists in the ex- ercise of deliberative rational faculties;) and 2d, that they are disposed to act according to the best of that judgment, when solidly and satis- factorily formed. It is a rank, and actual solici- tude to pretend to reason with a man or a body of men; and at the same time to deny that they are possessed of rational qualities! How, then, will the account stand? Is it not like denying the attribute of free agency; and condemning to a fatal accountability, and the penalty of retribu- tion! In the first place they declare that the peo- ple are their own worst enemies, and as such that they are bent upon their own destruction: That nothing can save them but the reclaiming grace, and healing virtue of a patrician order, and then mutter out fierce, & supplementary punishments that they do not leap into their arms, and avoid the doom. If this were the only means of pre- serving them, and they should adopt it, they certainly could not be called their own worst enemies; for instead of being bent upon their own destruction, they would be engaged in their own perpetuity, and prosperity: If they are ra- dically bent on their own destruction, they will purposefully, and premeditatedly avoid, and shun this precious sanctuary. And can they be ac- countable for this supposed defection to them- selves? Free agency is utterly exploded by the very terms of the proposition, the parts of which are absolutely inconsistent with each other; and consequently destroy the whole. Will this do for the year of our Lord one thousand eight hun- dred and four!
Governor Morris has been accounted, by some, an exceeding great man; but this assertion of his, is alone sufficient to vitiate the estimate. Perhaps it may have been incautiously made! But it was uttered by him in the most solemn council of the nation; and but a few moments before he elevated his hands in a posture of aw- ful, and reflective sincerity, exclaiming, "pause! pause! for heavens sake pause!" And it has been put into the most rigorous practice by his disciples from that time to this. CRISIS.
Federal Recantation.
Our readers (says the Albany Register) have all heard of Payson Sampson , late co-editor of the Balance , one of the most virulent of the prints hostile to the present Administration of our national and State governments. This man has indulged himself in the worst of calumny in relation to the officers of government, unrestrained by the precepts of morality, or the injunc- tions of that religion of which he was the teach- er and ought to have recommended by the purity of his life and conversation. Many honest well meaning men have no doubt been duped by his writings, which have led them to oppose a gov- ernment eminently calculated to promote the happiness of themselves and posterity. To such we recommend a serious perusal of the Certifi- cate which we this day publish, and which, to avoid the just penalties of offended law, he has lately given to a gentleman who had been fre- quently subjected to the lash of his unprincipled censure. With some this recantation may pass for a proof of honest candour, and a regard for truth—but let it be recollected, that it was not a voluntary offering at the shrine of justice and injured innocence, but extorted by the fear of punishment justly merited, and generously with- held. If a sense of justice had had the least agen- cy in producing it, it would have appeared long since, without the agency of coercive measures, in the same vehicle through the medium of which the slander it is intended to invalidate had been circulated far and wide. Such, however, is the spirit which actuates the calumniators of repub- licans and republicanism generally—they have no repugnance to lying as long as it can be done with impunity—but the moment they are caught in the toils of law and justice, they would fain plead violence of passion or some other mental in- firmity to escape the punishment due to their crimes.
From the (Hudson) BEE.
Last week the supreme court of this State held a circuit at Claverack in this county. At this session, Messrs. Sampson and Croswell, were tried for publishing libels against Ambrose Spencer, Esq. in the Balance , of which they were then joint proprietors, in the spring of last year. The prosecution of Mr. Sampson for publishing certain charges respecting Mr. Spencer's con- duct in managing the suit of the people against Henry Croswell for libelling the President, was first tried; when Mr. Sampson proved that the publication was made against his consent, and by Croswell at his own risk—a fact which shewed the absence of malice and was urged in mitiga- tion of damages. After the jury had been out several hours they were called in and dismis- sed, on the matter being compromised by the parties.
Henry Croswell was next tried on the same libel, and failing to prove his charges, his in- ability to pay a fine was ascertained, and the ju- ry directed to bring in low damages, which they assessed at 120 dollars, and costs.
A suit against Mr. Sampson was to have been bro't on for publishing among other allega- tions, the charge of Mr. Spencer's turning out of office an old man who had saved his father's life, for asserting which, T. P. Grosvenor, Esq. had been fined at Albany. In this cause Gov. Clinton, the Hon. De Witt Clinton, Esq. and several other gentlemen attended as witnesses, but were not examined as Mr. Spencer who had not commenced these suits from pecuniary mo- tives, withdrew the action, upon Mr. Sampson's paying all the charges which had accrued, and a sum to Mr. Spencer's council, and giving the following apology:—
CERTIFICATE.
"Having published in the Balance three numbers under my signature, addressed to Ambrose Spencer, Esq. wherein his character is materially impeached—and being now satisfied that the said charges which are the subject of a suit now de- pending, are unfounded—express my sincere regret, that these publications took place, the same having
been made in heat and passion; and I have no hesi- tation in declaring, that the moral character of the said Ambrose Spencer, is fair and unimpeach- able."
(Signed) EZRA SAMPSON. July 14, 1804.
One of the "Sampsons of New England," has been obliged to confess himself a liar—and a calumniator—to wit: the Rev. Ezra Sampson, editor of the Balance , at Hudson—this Rev. Sampson, after pulling the house about his ears, is about to escape to Connecticut, there to take upon him the cares of the Courant , the paper of long John Allen, the Goliath of the Modern Gath. Aurora.
BOSTON, Aug. 18.
FOREIGN.
EUROPE. —Dates to the 6th of Ju- ly, were received yesterday, by the Eliza , Capt. Smith, from London.—In France, the invasion was again talked of, and preparations were in great for- wardness since our last accounts. The Imperial constitution did not meet with any obstructions in its execution.—The French fleet in Brest harbor, July 1st, amounted to 22 sail of the line, and 10 frigates; but was blockaded by a Brit- ish fleet of 35 sail of the line.—In Eng- land, the king it was said had regained his health, and transacted business as formerly. On the 1st July, the navy in commission, amounted to 507, including 104 sail of the line.—The report of a battle, in the Mediterranean, between the English and French fleets, remains unconfirmed.—Capt. Ely arrived at New-York from Amsterdam, informs, that Admiral Verhul, with about sixty sail of gun-boats, schooners and brigs, un- der his convoy, in the passage from Flus- hing to Ostend, fell in with a division of Sir Sidney Smith's fleet, and an engage- ment ensued, in which the latter were beaten off, and the flotilla arrived at the place of its destination, without any other injury than the loss of two gun-boats. Some of the English ships were consider- ably crippled in their sails and rigging, and one of their brigs was said to have sunk.—"The present state of the Rus- sian empire does not indicate any prepa- rations for war, particularly if the Em- peror is to visit his southern provinces, to which he is very attentive. In Aus- tria, no circumstances indicate war, and the princes are too busy in their new ar- rangements to desire any such event. The Danes have celebrated their deliv- erance at their capital from the marine force which threatened them, and the Swedes are disposed for the most prudent policy. The last accounts from Spain did not indicate any war. The jealous- ies respecting the French armies in the southern parts of Italy had begun to abate, and the ecclesiastical state has dis- covered a disposition to accept peace from the Emperor of France. The subject of negotiation between France and England has been repeatedly mentioned. Some are persuaded that proposals have been made, but it can hardly be supposed that negotiation has any authority prior to the late establishment of the empire of France, and sufficient time has not elapsed since to put us in possession of any proofs, or appearances of reconciliation."
A number of forgeries have appear- ed in the London prints; purporting to be letters of Gen. Pichegru and the wife of Gen. Moreau and others—but though the compositions indicate the talents of the forgers, the things are too palpably Eng- lish to deceive any one not willing to be deceived. Aurora.
The Chevalier Bayard has not been able to fulfil his engagements at Boston— he promises that in case he should not be elected again to Congress—that he will go to New-York and take the lead of the federal party—as he apprehends Gouverneur Morris would make a lame business of it, if he were to be put at the head of the virtue and talents of the country. ib.
From the CHARLESTON CITY GAZETTE.
We are authorized by the collector of the customs to state, that he has re- ceived a letter from the Hon. Robert Smith, secretary of the navy, notifying him that the President of the United States has deemed it expedient to send to the coast of South-Carolina and Georgia, gun boat No. 1, under the command of Lieut. commandant John Powell. That
another gun boat will in a few days be sent to our coast, and that arrangements have been made for building a gun boat at Charleston and another at Savannah.
The protections which will be thus given, as well to the revenue, as to all vessels whatever, whether neutral or American, against the aggressions of the armed vessels of any nation whatever, within the territorial jurisdiction of the United States, cannot fail to be highly gratifying and satisfactory.
Pirates whether found within or beyond our jurisdiction limits, will be taken and brought into port. Other laws of the United States can and will be effectually executed.
From the AMERICAN CITIZEN.
British Amity. —Will it never cease to be our duty to record British aggres- sions committed in our harbor? It would be less unpleasant to repel them than to record these insolent attacks. It is more agreeable to an individual and honora- ble to a nation to resist than to suffer indignities.
On Friday last the ship Cicero Mor- gan , master, arrived from Liverpool. In sight of the white Buoy (half a league north east of the Hook) the Cicero , was fired at by an armed vessel. As the lat- ter approached she fired a second time, without hailing. The second shot was in a direct line, but struck the surface of the water about 10 rods from the Ci- cero . The armed vessel was the Leander by which our harbor has been seve- ral weeks blockaded. Compelled to heave too, the Cicero was boarded in our wa- ters. The language of the boarding offi- cer was insolent, and his conduct rude. Capt. Morgan says, that the boarding officer of the Leander declared that their object on the coast was "to annoy the Americans."
The conduct of the Leander in res- pect to the ship Live Oak , Dyer, mas- ter, from Londonderry is still more ex- ceptionable. Capt. Dyer was treated with a rudeness but little compatible with our ideas of civilization. Fired at in our own waters without being hail- ed, he was afterwards dragged on board the Leander , insulted by the foul language of Skain, commander, abused by his officers and ordered among his men! They ransacked his trunks for let- ters, and broke them open; not permit- ting those which had been written to him by his wife to escape the hand of violence. They ordered on board Mr. Ludlow, son of Mr. Carey Ludlow of this city, merchant, but after detaining him some time they suffered him to return to the Live Oak . Mr. Ludlow bears a com- mission in our navy. The passengers of the Live Oak were ordered on board the Leander , of whom seventeen were im- pressed.
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CITIZENS,
Tuesday the 28th inst. you are to make choice of members of Congress from this State. You certainly will not at this time be slothful, especially when the Federalists are endeavoring by every stratagem they are masters of, to divide the Republican interest throughout the State: But their influence, thank heaven, is small. General JOSEPH STANTON, and NEHEMIAH KNIGHT, Esq. are the Republican Candidates, recommended to the consideration of the people. They are men of integrity and patriotism, in whom you may safely repose your confidence.
An Elector.
August 19, 1804.
To the Freemen of Rhode-Island, FELLOW-CITIZENS,
ON Tuesday next you will convene in your respective towns for the purpose of electing two persons from among your number, as Representatives in the ninth Congress of the United States—and for choosing Delegates to represent us in the State Legislature at the sessions to be held in October and February ensuing. Be vigilant, therefore, in performing a duty so incumbent, and in fulfilling a trust so sacred as is guaranteed to you in the free election of your rulers. Be early at your posts, and let no trifling consideration prevent your attendance once or twice in the course of the year for the purpose of deciding on the merits of candidates; and of dismissing aristocrats from your Councils, who may occasionally impose themselves on your good sense, through artifice and intrigue.
Citizens of Rhode-Island,
You have had some opportunity of judging whether the present or the preceding administration are the real friends of the people. If a national debt is a national blessing; if a large standing army is necessary in time of peace to keep the people in awe; if a sedition law, to prevent the conduct of your rulers from being investigated, is wise and politic; if a stamp act, (which was one among the many grievances inflicted upon us by the mother country) is absolutely requisite for the support of government; if a direct tax on your lands, houses, and even windows (as in Great-Britain and Ireland) must be levied to increase the revenue, strengthen the cords of administration, and enlarge executive patronage; in short, if we are reduced to the sad alternative, or rather consent to the ludicrous and astonishing precedent of borrowing millions of money at eight per cent. when an individual can procure any amount he may wish, for six per cent;—and if it is wise, honorable and just, to involve the country in war, for the attainment of a place of deposit at New-Orleans, rather than make even an attempt at negotiation; then is the federal administration, (or in terms more plain the administration of John Adams) and its principal leaders, the real and sincere friends of the people!
On the other hand, you have seen all these abominable and odious acts repealed under the mild, peaceable, yet energetic administration of a JEFFERSON;—the national debt rapidly decreasing—the treasury full—the country rich, prosperous, and happy—and an extensive and valuable territory acquired, without the loss of a single drop of blood.—These are facts known to the world and which cannot be controverted by all the quibbling prevarication of federal sophistry. Indeed, the nation, or at least three quarters of the whole American people, have approved the measures of the present government, in language too plain and powerful to be misunderstood. Two States only, with small majorities, remain in the opposition. Go on, poor drowning federal gentry; ye cannot again, with all your false-coloring, so soon deceive the honest yeomanry of the country—your
lies are too barefaced to gain the least credit with men of the smallest penetration. Witness the Newport Mercury of the 18th inst. intimating that Mr. Jefferson had disgraced our national character, by the sale at auction of several of our vessels of war: For every person who has ever read the laws of Congress, knows that the act which was passed, directing those vessels to be sold, was actually signed by JOHN ADAMS with his own hand; and now forsooth, they endeavor to palm it upon Mr. Jefferson. Such conduct is too despicable for beings who call themselves men. Time will not admit of any further comments at present, it being a very busy season of the year with us farmers.
A Narragansett Farmer. Tower-Hill, August 21, 1804.
NEWPORT,
Thursday, Aug. 23, 1804.
From Knoxville, (Tenn.) July 27.—This forenoon the Legislature of this State, by the Unanimous vote of both branches, passed the Act, ratifying the Amendment proposed to the Constitution of the United States.
We congratulate our Republican friends upon the accession of the State of Tennessee to the Amendment of the Constitution proposed by the Congress of the United States to the consideration of the respective States.—This Act of Tennessee makes that Amendment a part of the Constitution, and is the more agreeable since the Legislature of New-Hampshire waved a point of right, upon a principle of accommodation; and, in conformity with precedents prematurely adopted, submitted their Resolution in favor of that Amendment to the Governor's negative. An Indiscretion, the effects of which would still remain to be lamented, had not the UNANIMOUS DECISION of Tennessee put it out of the power of ignorance or intrigue to deprive the people of this Constitutional privilege. Nothing is more clear, than that the Legislative will, independent of Executive interference, on the great question of Amendment to our National Compact, is decisive and final. The ratification by Tennessee, therefore, of this Amendment, places the strength of parties in this country in a light too strong to be misconceived. On the one side, we find FOURTEEN STATES opposed by three on the other side—for New-Hampshire is an approving State, clearly within the Spirit and even within the Letter of the Constitution. But lest federalism should still doubt, (and it will doubt if there is a possibility of doubting) we shall enumerate the States in their proper order, which have already given their sanction to this necessary Amendment. We would ask these leaders of the blind, whether such wonderful unanimity has ever been displayed by any other nation, without excepting even the British nation, whose form of government was once pronounced by the Ex-President, Mr. Adams, to be "the most stupendous fabric of human invention!"
We shall defer, for want of room, any further comments—and exhibit our catalogue for public inspection.
Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia, Pennsylvania, New-York, Kentucky, Ohio, South Carolina, Georgia, Vermont, Rhode-Island, New-Jersey, New Hampshire, Tennessee.—FOURTEEN United States in favor of the Amendment!—Massachusetts, Delaware, Connecticut, by lean majorities, against the Amendment—to be re-united to their sister States.—What think ye, of Congress, now?
Federal Consistency.—It is strange, that the federalists are now execrating Mr. Burr, when they were so anxious to choose him President, instead of Mr. Jefferson. Ever since the Republicans had become jealous of Mr. Burr's power, the federalists have been his friends. Mr. Otis in particular, delivered an honorary eulogium in the last Legislature in praise of Mr. Burr, as he has since given Mr. Hamilton. Mr. Otis was pathetic in representing the behaviour of the Republicans in suspecting the integrity of Mr. Burr, as he was in deploring the fate of Hamilton. He declared that he preferred Mr. Burr to Mr. Jefferson, and that he would have voted for him as President till his right arm fell from his shoulder; if there had been the least prospect of his election. How inconsistent are such declaimers; it shows how far party spirit influences the conduct of a few heated federalists. It is requested that Mr. Otis would have his speech in the last legislature, in honor of Mr. Burr, printed, as it would be a proper Appendix to his late Eulogy! Bost. Chron.
All the inuendoes against Mr. Jefferson are conducted with so little judgment, that they increase the public favor towards him, and they induce the general belief that a better man could not be found to fill the important office to which his country has called him. The same groundless reports, the same base insinuations, and all the mean tricks of envious and disappointed men are repeated without regard to common decency, or any respect for national character. S. Reg.
Mr. LIVINGSTON.—A London paper of the 16th June, says "we are authorized to contradict the report of Mr. Livingston having during his residence in London, uttered sentiments disrespectful towards this country."
An inflammatory performance, which has recently appeared in a Kentucky print, calling upon the citizens to resist the unjust combination of Virginia and New-York, to secure to themselves the Presidency and Vice-Presidency, by supporting John Breckenridge as Vice-President, has excited among the citizens of Kentucky the liveliest indignation. Mr. Breckenridge has disavowed all participation in the measure recommended, in the following honorable manner.
"Certain anonymous publications which have lately appeared in the public papers of this State, having called the attention of the Electors towards me as a candidate for the office of Vice-President of the United States; lest such publications may have the smallest tendency to injure the election of Mr. Clinton, I have thought it incumbent on me thus publicly and explicitly to declare, that I disclaim every such pretension; and I do respectfully request, that the electors into whose hands any of these publications may fall, to consider this as an utter refusal on my part to be placed on the list of those to be voted for, for that office."
JOHN BRECKENRIDGE. 5th July, 1804.
From New York, August 15. Yesterday the Grand Jury, now in session, after patiently hearing a mass of testimony for three days, unanimously brought in a bill of indictment against AARON BURR, Vice-President of the United States; for sending a message or challenge, inviting Gen. ALEXANDER HAMILTON to be killed by him in a duel, and against WILLIAM P. VAN NEST, and NATHANIEL PENDLETON, for acting as seconds. By this indictment, if confirmed by the competent Tribunal, Mr. Burr, Mr. Van Nest and Mr. Pendleton, are, by the last law against duelling, passed by the Legislature of this State, completely disfranchised, and of course disqualified from holding any office of honor or profit, or of voting in this State, for the term of 20 years. The murder of Gen. Hamilton, having been committed in the State of New-Jersey, the Grand Jury did not feel authorized to take cognizance of it; but we are informed from the first legal authority, that a prosecution will lie under the verdict of the Coroner's Jury. (Gazette.)
Isaac L. Kip, Esq. has been chosen to the office of Notary Public for the Merchants' Bank, in room of William P. Van Nest, Esq.
The apology offered for the outrageous conduct, by the British Officers, is truly ludicrous. The following Communication is extracted from LANE's Gazette, as undoubtedly the production of the Captain of the Leander.
"Messrs. LANE, & Co.—In your paper of Saturday last, I observe it is stated that forty passengers and one seaman were impressed from on board the American Ship Live Oak, on Thursday last, by the officers of his Britannic Majesty's ship, Leander. As this is incorrect, you will be pleased to publish that ONLY seventeen men were impressed from the Live-Oak, the seamen included—& you may add with great truth, the task of impressing British seamen is as unpleasant to the officers of his Majesty's Navy, as the individuals impressed: But the SERVICE REQUIRES IT, AND IT MUST BE DONE. Great Britain at this moment is opposing the gigantic power of France, and fighting for perhaps the liberty and happiness of the remainder of the world."
This is certainly the chef-d'œuvre of British kindness. Distressing as it is to the feelings of the "officers of his Majesty's Navy," the "SERVICE REQUIRES" that seamen and passengers should be impressed from American vessels;—because Great Britain, is fighting our battles! Generous Nation! Agis.
REPUBLICANS—ATTEND.
THE Republican Citizens of Newport are requested to meet at the State-House on Monday evening next, at early candle lighting, on business of the first importance to Freemen. A punctual and general attendance is therefore confidently expected.
August 23, 1804.
CUSTOM-HOUSE.
District of Newport, Aug. 22.
ENTERED.
From Alexandria, Brig Marian, Baker, St. Thomas, Sloop Aurora, Cahoon, New-York, Sloop Minerva, Bliven, ditto, Sloop Hero, Lord, Boston, Sloop Polly, Norris, Passamaquoddy, Schooner Sukey, Haller, Boston, Brig Mary Dennis, Martinico, Sloop Hantress, Earl, N. York, Snow Mary, Rowle, Charleston.
CLEARED.
For Astoria, Schooner Nancies, Briggs, Sloop Triton, Lawton, Charleston, Brig Concord, Oldridge, ditto, Sloop Two-Sisters, Shaw, ditto.
A gentleman in Charleston, (S. C.) has requested us to mention, that William Hubbard was lately killed in the foretop of a French Privateer, called the Madam Bar, Capt. Garrison of Guadalupe.—Mr. Hubbard it is stated, belongs to Rhode-Island, and married in New-London, and that on proper application, Capt. Garrison will pay his friends the prize money due him.
DIED.—At Jamestown, last Monday evening, Mr. WILLIAM ROBINSON, in the 41st year of his age.
In this town on Saturday last, Mrs. MARY SALMON, widow of the late Mr. Francis Salmon, of Boston, in the 72d year of her age.
Thirty Dollars Reward.
DESERTED last night from Fort Adams in the harbor of Newport, the three following soldiers, viz. George Abbott, born in the town of Palmer, county of Smithfield, State of Massachusetts, thirty-two years of age, six feet high, fair complexion, grey eyes, short black hair—had on a round catter hat, half worn, nankeen round about jacket, white dimity vest, nankeen trowsers made wide at the bottom, and cotton stockings.—
Russell Smith, twenty-four years of age, born in the town of Watertown, State of Connecticut, five feet 8 or 9 inches high, fair complexion, blue eyes, brown hair—had on a wool hat, nankeen round about jacket, white dimity vest and nankeen trowsers.—
Seib Robbins, born in the town of Plymouth, county of Henrico, State of Massachusetts, aged thirty-four years, five feet nine inches high, fair complexion, hazel eyes, short black hair, had on a round wool hat, roundabout jacket made out of a blanket and dyed black, white Marcellus vest, one pair blue cloth trowsers and old shoes; has a wife and family living in Taunton.—They all went off in a boat with two spirit-taps.
Whosoever takes up and secures said deserters in any Gaol, or delivers them to any military officer of the United States, or to the commanding officer of this Garrison, shall receive the above reward, or Ten Dollars for each, with all reasonable expenses.
LLOYD BEALL, Capt. Commanding Fort-Wolcott, Aug. 20, 1804.
Sale at Auction.
TO be sold at Public Auction, on Saturday, the 25th inst. a new Dwelling House, Barn, and lot of Land, consisting of six acres, three of which are covered with wood—situated in Portsmouth, a little north of Capt. John Congdon's, on the main road leading from Newport to Howland's ferry, and adjoining the property of the late Mr. George Gibbs, of Newport; commanding an extensive and beautiful prospect of the sea and the main land. In a word, it is one of the most pleasant situations, perhaps, that the Island affords. Sale to be on the Premises at 2 o'clock in the afternoon.
HAVILA FARNSWORTH. Portsmouth, August 20, 1804.
For Sale,
SIXTY-TWO Shares in the stock of the Rhode-Island Insurance Company.—Enquire of NATHANIEL SWEET, & Co. Newport, Aug. 21, 1804.
WHEREAS Mary, the wife of me the subscriber, has eloped from my bed & board, and otherwise behaved herself in an unbecoming manner, refusing to live with me.—This is therefore to forbid all persons harboring or trusting her on my account, as I am determined to pay no debts of her contracting from the date hereof. HENRY CONGDON. North Kingstown, Aug. 20, 1804.
Two Cents Reward.
RAN away from the Subscriber, on the twenty-fifth inst. an indentured Negro woman by the name of Suke Remington, about twenty-two years of age. Whosoever will take up said negro and return her to the subscriber shall receive the above reward, and no charges paid. All persons are hereby forbid harboring or trusting said negro on the penalty of the law. EDWARD COOK. Portsmouth, August 22d, 1804.
Just published, and for sale at this Office, and at the Post-Office in Providence,
AN ORATION,
On the Cession of LOUISIANA to the United States, delivered at CHARLESTON (S. C.) on the 12th of May 1804.
By DAVID RAMSAY, M. D. Author of the History of the American Revolution, &c. &c.
We trust that every person, without any regard to party, will give this Oration a candid and an attentive perusal, especially when it is considered that the subject on which it was delivered is of the most interesting nature to this country, and by a man distinguished for his talents, knowledge, probity, and patriotism. It is said, that of the vast concourse of Citizens who heard this inimitable Address pronounced, there was scarcely an individual who did not go home fully convinced, that the ACQUISITION OF LOUISIANA was a wise, just, and necessary measure; and we believe any person who reads it, with a mind open to conviction, if he has any doubts on the subject, will have them removed.
Doctor Nortrop's
CELEBRATED Patent Bitters, for the cure of the Jaundice and all bilious complaints, for sale at this Office—Price 50 Cents per Box.

MEDITERRANEAN PASSPORTS.
Notice is hereby given, that it has been deemed expedient to change the form of the Mediterranean Passport issued to vessels of the United States; that from the eighth day of July next, those of the new form will be issued at the custom houses to every vessel, for which application may be made on a compliance with the terms prescribed by law and surrendering the former passport of which she may be possessed, if any, in which latter case no fees will be required for the exchange; and that by an arrangement agreed upon by the Barbary powers, with whom we are at peace, either the old or the new form of passport will be sufficient to protect the vessels of the United States, from capture until the 1st of July 1805, after which the old form of passport will be unavailable and the new one alone in use.
Department of State, } 23d of May, 1804. } 6m
THE Subscriber hereby gives public notice to all concerned, that she has taken upon herself the trust of an Administratrix on the Estate of Lemuel Sawyer, late of Little-Compton, House-Carpenter, deceased, and as such she requests all Persons who have any demands upon said Estate, to bring in the same; and those who are indebted thereto to make payment without delay to BETTY SAWYER, Admin'x. Little-Compton, July 29, 1804.
NOTICE is hereby given, that we the subscribers, have purchased the patent right for the counties of Washington and Kent, for making, using, and vending a Machine for the purpose of washing cloaths, scouring and fulling cloth, under the original patent right which was granted by the Congress of the United States of America, unto Daniel T. Dean, of the State of New-York, on the 29th of February, 1804.—All persons are hereby forbid, making, vending or using such Machine, within the counties aforesaid, under the penalty of the law, without the liberty of us, or our agents being first granted them. Any person, upon applying to us for an individual right, or on a larger scale, may have the liberty granted them for a moderate compensation.
BORDEN RATHBUN, ROBERT H. NILES. Wickford (N.K.) 24th 7th Mo. 1804.
Just received and for sale at this Office, the following useful and valuable School Book, which is recommended to the use of the Schools in this State.
THE COLUMBIAN PRIMER, Having met with a favorable reception in many parts of New-England, is recommended as a cheap, and in a number of respects, the best calculated book for beginners and for common practice. It being called a Primer, has led many, before examination, to an erroneous conclusion respecting both its plan and quality. Its calculation differs perhaps nearly as much from the New England, and common Primers, as from that of an Almanac: both of which would be equally absurd, put into the hands of one, learning the rudiments of the English language. This book is indeed to remove all such standing inconsistencies, and to prevent another impropriety, viz. that of putting a book of nearly twice the cost into the hands of children, which is worn out before half its contents are seen, or can be understood.
Rhode-Island District, ss. BY virtue of a warrant from the Hon. David Leonard Barnes, Esq. Judge of the District Court for the District of Rhode-Island.—Notice is hereby given, that there will be exposed for sale at Public Auction, on Friday the seventeenth of August next, at three o'clock in the afternoon of said day, the Schoon Mary Ann, as the now lies at Capt. William Wood's wharf, in Newport; said Schoon being sold for the payment of Seamen's wages. W. PECK, Marshal. July 30th, 1804.
PATENT CHIP FOR BONNETS.
THE Subscriber having purchased of the Patentee the exclusive Right of making and vending the Patent Chip in and for the State of Rhode-Island, hereby cautions and forbids any Person or Persons either making or vending said Chip for Bonnets, within said State of Rhode-Island, on Penalty of the Law at the United States in such Case made and provided—unless they have been duly and previously authorised by the Subscriber for making or vending the same. Twenty Dollars Reward will be given, by the Subscriber, to any Person who may discover, and produce satisfactory Proof, of any Person or Persons making or vending the aforesaid Chip within the State of Rhode-Island.
JONATHAN NICHOLS. N. B. Mr. WILLIAM DOUGLASS, & Messrs. CHARLES COGGESHALL and Co. being appointed Agents for vending said chip for the Town of Newport, will keep a constant Supply at their Stores for Sale. Newport, July 3, 1804.
Hard Ware, Stationary, &c.
DAVID MELVILL, jun. RESPECTFULLY informs his friends, that he has just received a very handsome assortment of Hard-Ware, Cutlery, Ironmongery, Japaned Ware, Cabinet Furniture, Stationary, &c. &c. Also, Deep sea Lines and Leads, hand do. Fishing-Lines, Bed-Cords, and Clothes-Lines. Also, New-York Manufactured TOBACCO and SNUFF Consisting of Negro-head; Pigtail; Ladies' Twist, & cut Tobacco; Maccabau and Scotch SNUFF, of the best quality, at the Manufacturer's prices. *Cash given for Lead. Newport, June 27, 1804. 14ctf
To be Let, A CONVENIENT Dwelling-House, well calculated for boarding and lodging, situated on the street leading from Mr. Robert Steven's house to his wharf. Likewise, a retail shop, on the fourth side of the Red Market, being an excellent stand for business, adjoining the Dwelling-House of Mr. William Freebody. For particulars, enquire of SPENCER HALL. Newport, August 2d, 1804.
To be Sold, A VALUABLE, and convenient three story Dwelling-House, situated on the Ferry Wharf (north side of the Red Market) late the property of the widow Elizabeth Miller, deceased. For terms, apply to the subscriber, on the premises. SAMUEL WATSON. Newport, August 2, 1804. 200
to be Sold by JOSEPH LYON, 150 Barrels Tar, 150 Barrels Pitch. Newport, June 6, 1804. 92
HOUSE PAPER.
JUST received, and for sale at this Office, a new & general assortment of elegant PAPER HANGINGS, which will be sold as low as can be purchased in the State. April 19, 1804.
Cash given for Rags, at this Office.
THE undersigned commissioners, appointed by the Hon. Court of Probate for the town of Newport, to receive and examine the claims of the creditors to the estate of Edward Stanhope, late of said Newport, Baker, deceased, represented insolvent; hereby give notice to all persons concerned, that six months longer from the date hereof, have been allowed by said court for the creditors to bring in their claims and prove their debts; and that the undersigned will attend and receive the said claims, at the office of Daniel Lyman and G. S. Silliman, on the first Mondays in August, September and October next, at nine o'clock, A. M.
WM. S. N. ALLEN, } Commis- GOLD S. SILLIMAN. } sioners. All persons indebted to said estate, are requested to make immediate payment to MARY STANHOP, Adm'x, THOMAS D. STALL, Adm'r. Newport, July 24, 1804.
Fresh Spring GOODS,
JUST received, and to be disposed of on the most reasonable terms, for Cash only, by W. C. BAEN. Newport, April 4, 1804. 83
MEIN & ROGERS Have for sale at their Store, head of Banister's Wharf, Thames-Street.
JAMAICA Rum per Hhd. Amsterdam Geneva per pipe, Spanish Brandy per ditto, Cognac ditto per ditto, Tar per bbl. Flour (superfine) per bbl. Coffee, W. I. and Bourbon, best quality, Madeira & other Wines per qr. cask. Also, a general assortment of GROCERIES wholesale and retail at the lowest prices. N. B. A Consignment of Trunks and Paper Hangings. Newport, May 28. 159tf
Dry Goods for Cash only.
THE Subscriber intending to quit the line of business he at present pursues, has marked all his Goods, including a box of Hats assorted, at not exceeding 5 per cent. (the usual profit being 20 per cent.) on cost, by retail; many less, and some at cost. A large quantity of the above Goods, especially Broad Cloths and other Woolens, was purchased at a very low advance, upon the sterling cost. He likewise offers for Sale or Lease, his Estate, situated on Thames-Street (formerly the property of Aaron Sheffield.) For terms, apply to EBENEZER SHEARMAN, or JOHN R. SHEARMAN. Newport, Dec. 12, 1803. 67tf
THE subscriber hereby gives public notice to all persons concerned, that he has taken upon himself the trust of an administrator on the estate of Isaac Sawyer, late of Little-Compton, Mariner, deceased; and as such, requests all persons who have any demands upon said estate, to bring in the same; and those who are indebted thereto, to make payment without delay to JOHN SAWYER, Administrator. Little-Compton, July 29, 1804. 20
SAIL-MAKING.
THE subscribers having entered into partnership, under the firm of Dunham and Spooner, hereby inform the Public, that they carry on the Sail-Making business, in its various branches, at their Sail Loft, on the wharf of the late Gen. John Malbone, at the South part of the town. Those who may favor them with their custom, may depend on punctuality and dispatch. All favors will be gratefully acknowledged, by CHARLES C. DUNHAM, WING SPOONER. 2d. Newport, April 3, 1802. 99tf
Carding Wool.
THE Public are notified, that JONATHAN NICHOLS and JOSEPH CUNDALL have erected Machines for breaking and carding into Rolls Sheeps Wool, at the Mills of said Cundall in Portsmouth, on this Island. Those who wish to have their wool broken or carded, may depend on having the Work done well, and with Dispatch. After the Wool has been duly picked and greased, with one Pound of soft Grease or Oil to from 10 to 16 Pounds of Wool, it should be sent in Sheets or Blankets, in which the Rolls may be packed and transported to any distance without injury. NICHOLS & CUNDALL. Portsmouth July 3, 1804.
BENEDICT SMITH Has for sale, Tar, Rosin, and Turpentine, By the 100 lb. or less quantity. Newport, April 4, 1804. 83
To be Let,
The lower part of a dwelling-House in a pleasant part of the town, with four rooms; and a well of excellent water in the yard. Enquire of the Printer. Newport, June 13, 1804. 93
BOOTS, SHOES & BUCKETS.
THE subscriber takes this method to inform the Public in general and his friends in particular, that he carries on the Boot, Shoe, & Bucket-Making business, at his Shop two doors west of John Gardner's, Esq. in the Ferry Wharf Lane—where he is ready to attend to their calls, having procured the best of materials therefor.
A good workman at the last mentioned branch of business, (if he calls soon) will find employ and good wages, by applying to JOSEPH DYRE. Newport, May 28, 1804. 91
Wanted Immediately,
As an Apprentice to the Copper-Smith and Brass-Foundry business, a smart active boy, about 14 or 15 years of age. One from the Country would be preferred.—Apply to OTIS CHAFEE, Newport, July 31st, 1804.
FLOUR STORE
On Col. CHRISTOPHER CHAMPLIN'S Wharf,—By JOHN BOURS, jun. & Co. Who will always have on hand a supply of the best Superfine FLOUR. Newport, Oct. 20, 1803.
THE Hon. Court of Probate for the town of Westerly, having lengthened the time to the last Monday in August next, for the settlement of the estate of Joshua Kinyon, late of said Westerly, deceased, represented insolvent.—In conformity thereunto, the subscribers give notice, that they will meet at the dwelling-house of Sylvester Gaver, Esq. in said Westerly, to receive and examine the claims against said estate, on the second and 4th Mondays in July, and second Monday in August next. No accounts will be received, unless properly attested.
THOMAS HOXIE, } Commis- THOMAS NOYES, } sioners. All persons indebted to said estate, are requested to make immediate payment to MARY KINYON. LUTHER PALMER, } Administra- ISRAEL CHAPMAN, } tors. AMOS CROSS, Westerly June 10, 1804. 93
FOR SALE BY
SAMUEL VERNON, jun. FRESH superfine Richmond FLOUR,—a few Hhds. of James River sweet scented mountain TOBACCO,—Cognac Brandy,—Holland Geneva,—Verdigrease,—and Loaf SUGAR. Newport, Feb. 9, 1804. 75
John & Henry Cahone
Have for sale at their Store on Banister's Wharf, FOURTH proof JAMAICA RUM, HOLLAND GENEVA, ALICANT BRANDY, SUPERFINE FLOUR, RYE & BUCK WHEAT, do. POWDER, per cask, SHOT, by the bag, ROSIN, by the bbl. Ship and Pilot BREAD, by the quantity, Ready made COLOURS, different kinds.
HOLMES WEAVER,
CABINET & CHAIR-MAKER, HAS for Sale, a number of pieces of the most Fashionable Furniture, As Cheap as can be purchased, of equal elegance Newport, Nov. 15. exii
Seasonable Notice.
THE Patrons of this paper are respectfully informed, that Four years have nearly elapsed since the commencement of its publication; & that a speedy & general settlement with those whose accounts are of one, two, and three years standing, becomes indispensably necessary.
LAWS OF RHODE-ISLAND.
FOR sale at this Office, complete copies of the Laws of this State, passed since the session of the General Assembly in January 1798.
State of Rhode-Island and Providence Plantations.
In General Assembly, June Session, A. D. 1804.
RESOLVED, That the sum of ten thousand dollars be appropriated to the purchase of the evidences of the registered public debt of this State, under the direction and management of Commissioners to be appointed by the General Assembly.
Resolved, That Samuel Vernon, senior, Henry Sherburne and Nathaniel Hazard, Esq's. be appointed Commissioners to purchase the said evidences of the said registered public debt, in such way and manner, and on such terms, as they may think most advantageous to the public interest: That said Commissioners give public notice of their appointment, in the newspapers, advertising the creditors holding such evidences, to send to the General-Treasurer, on or before the second Monday of September next, sealed proposals of the terms on which they will sell the same; and that if proposals, equally advantageous to the State, shall be made for the sale of a greater amount of said debt, than can be purchased by the sum hereby appropriated, the amount thereof shall be applied, in a ratable proportion to the demands of the several creditors.
Resolved, That the sum appropriated as aforesaid, be subject to the order of the said Commissioners, and be paid out by the General-Treasurer accordingly; and that said Commissioners report, from time to time, to the General Assembly, their proceedings under these resolutions.
Resolved, That it shall be the duty of the several Town-Clerks, to read the foregoing resolutions to the freemen, to be assembled in annual town-meeting in August next. A true Copy: Witness, SAMUEL EDDY, Sec'ty.
IN obedience to the before recited Act, the Commissioners therein named, are ready to receive proposals from the creditors to this States' Registered Debt, and request that the same be transmitted to the General-Treasurer, at his Office in Newport, free of postage, by the time limited in said Act.
SAMUEL VERNON, HENRY SHERBURNE, } Commis- NATHANIEL HAZARD, } sioners. Newport, June 5th, 1804.
Henry Moore, & Co.
HAVE for sale cheap for Cash or approved Notes on either of the Banks, 20 Hhds. Jamaica Spirits, 6 Ditto, St. Croix Rum, Ditto, Hollands Gin, Ditto, Brandy, 20 Boxes Sugar, 30 Bags Ditto, 60 Bbls. Flour, Benninghove's Snuff, All kinds of Teas, Casks of Raisins, &c. &c. Likewise, a great variety of Dry Goods, with a handsome assortment of Cutlery, &c. Newport, August 15th, 1804.
SAMUEL JAMES
HAS FOR SALE, A THis 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
William Douglass,
at the Head of Broad-Street, HAS constantly for sale, a general Assortment of West-India and other GOODS.
Fresh ESSENCE of SPRUCE, per gallon or quart. The first quality Sythes and Sythes Sticks, complete—Rakes, Hoes & Hoe Handles, Fork Tails, &c. One ton FLAX of various qualities.
This day received 1000 weight clean FLAX. CASH, and Two Pence half Penny per pound, given for Cotton and Linen RAGS.
C. Taber & Wm. Gardner,
Have for Sale, FORTY Hhds. Sugar, part of which is of the 1st quality for retailing, 12 Hhds. & 60 bags Coffee, A few Hhds. old Demarara Rum, Several quarter casks old Sherry Wine, And 2500 bushels Turks-Island Salt, part of it very coarse and white, suitable for Dairies. Newport, July 26, 1804. 99
JOSEPH BRIGGS
HAS for sale, 50 barrels best mss and prime PORK and BEEF.—Also, a few Hhds. first quality retailing MOLASSES. Likewise, 10 or 1200 weight of excellent Hogs LARD. Newport, February 23. 177.
FASHIONABLE HATS.
S. Shumway & Co.
Have this Day Received, A LARGE supply of fashionable HATS, imported this Spring, which will be sold at the lowest possible prices. Newport, May 9, 1804. 66