Gazette of the United-States. (New-York [N.Y.]), 1791-10-08 00:00:00

John Rogers, Bowling-Green Education of Children
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The City of Washington Extract from a military discourse
Gazette of the United States.
PUBLISHED WEDNESDAYS AND SATURDAYS BY JOHN FENNO, No. 69, HIGH-STREET, BETWEEN SECOND AND THIRD STREETS, PHILADELPHIA.
[No. 47, of Vol. III.]
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 1793.
[Whole No. 255.]
Children
FROM THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY.
THE NEIGHBOUR.
"For much it boots which way you train your boy."
AMONG the many directions and rules which have been liberally prescribed for the well educating of children and youth, none has been oftener repeated, or more strongly inculcated than this, That they should be carefully guarded from bad examples, and encouraged and led on in the right way by those that are good. Children are prone to imitation, and form themselves by means of it. They immediately adopt the language they hear uttered, and the actions they see performed. Hence, in all treatises, in all methods, in all schools, of genteel education, it is an invariable maxim, to keep children, as much as possible, out of the company of low and mean people, and especially of servants, lest their manners and sentiments should be tainted with any thing that is low, vulgar and mean. The wisdom of this rule has been universally acknowledged, and the advantage of it invariably experienced, wherever regarded. But by some observations I have made of late, I have been led to conclude, that the rule is pretty much laid aside, in some of those states, families and classes, that ought to know and observe the rules of good breeding and politeness; or, that the tables are now turned; that language and actions, which none but the baser sort were supposed capable of, may be now learned of some who call themselves the better sort; and that those things which heretofore were looked upon as degrading and scandalous, and against which children and youth were carefully warned and guarded, are now considered as manly and genteel.
I have a little son whom I have wished to be brought up both genteelly and virtuously, and always supposed that these were perfectly consistent; nay, that virtue was essential to the character of a gentleman; and that, to be well bred, he must neither be vulgar nor vicious. I therefore cautiously refrained him from mixing with persons of a mean education, and with those whose occupation was low and servile, whose language is apt to be scurrilous and profane, and whose manner of speaking and behaviour would be degrading and contemptible in a gentleman.
With a view to the improvement of my boy, as well as my own gratification, I made several excursions with him the last year and the last season, through the most populous counties in this state, and through some of the neighbouring states, exciting his ambition to observe and imitate the manners and language of those who appeared to be fashionable and genteel, not doubting but such guides would be safe, considering their education and advantages, and that they would lead him in the way in which he should go. But before I got home from my last journey, I found to my mortification, that, through my ignorance of modern improvements in the fashionable world, I had carried my son to a wrong school, if I meant to preserve the purity of his language, ideas and morals. For he began to show high spirit and resentment at small provocations; to bluster and storm at the servants; to swear when in a passion, and sometimes in good humour; he would blackguard to display his wit, and play mischievous pranks to shew his fun. When I reproved him for his indecent and ungentlemanlike behaviour, he replied that he had carefully followed my directions; that he had learned nothing of the lower sort of people; that he had spoken and done nothing, but what he had heard and seen in those families into which I had introduced him. I was confounded and silenced, knowing that he spoke the truth, having been myself eye and ear witness to the same. In some families the master would seldom speak to the servants, especially when he was out of temper, without oaths, taunts, and reproaches. The sons would do the same, and often intermix their cheerful talk with unnatural and dreadful profanity. I heard of a man in the neighbourhood of my lodgings who was engaged in an important undertaking, which required skill and abilities, as well as fidelity. I had the curiosity to see him while in the execution of his trust. I judged that every man who was employed, by persons of the first character, in matters of great and extensive consequence to the public, if he was equal to the undertaking, must have manners and address equal to his station, and to his skill in his employment; and that his attendants, being awed by his manly deportment, would behave, at least, with decency. But what was my surprise when he replied to some of my modest inquiries in the roughest language, and nothing was to be heard among his attendants but the loudest oaths! I soon made my escape from such company, and hurried with my son to my lodgings. When I returned to the inn, I found a number of people collected, staring and grinning, round a handsome carriage; and soon heard passionate expressions and profane oaths delivered in a haughty tone. Upon inquiry I was told that the well dressed man who was raving and swearing at the driver, for some trivial accident, or failure, was —, I will not tell who he was; but I should not have been more astonished, if I had heard imprecations and scurrility from the mouth of a Judge, or even a Member of Congress. It immediately brought to my mind an expression which I heard from a chaplain of the Castle when I was a boy—"What honour can there be in belching out oaths, when the meanest scoundrel can do the same?"
FROM THE MARYLAND JOURNAL, &c.
THE CITY OF WASHINGTON, in the district of Columbia, intended for the permanent seat of the Government of the United States, being now begun, a concise description of the situation, and present state of that metropolis, may not be altogether uninteresting to those at a distance.
The seat of the city stands at the junction of the rivers Patowmac and the Eastern-Branch, extending nearly four miles up each, including a tract of territory, exceeded in point of convenience, salubrity, and beauty, by none in America, if any in the world. For, although the land is apparently level, yet, by gentle and gradual swellings, a variety of elegant prospects are produced; while there is sufficient descent to convey off the water occasioned by rain. Within the limits of the city, are a great many excellent springs, and by digging wells, water of the best quality may readily be had; besides, the never-failing streams, that now run through that territory, are also to be collected for the use of the city.
The Eastern-Branch is one of the safest and most commodious harbors in America, being sufficiently deep for the largest ships, for about four miles above its mouth; while the channel lies close along the edge of the city, and is abundantly capacious. The Patowmac, although only navigable for small-craft, for a considerable distance from its banks adjoining the city (excepting about half a mile above the junction of the rivers) will nevertheless afford a capacious summer-harbor; as an immense number of ships may ride in the great channel, opposite to, and below, the city.
This metropolis, being situated upon the great post-road, ex-
actly equidistant from the northern and southern extremities of the Union, and nearly so from the Atlantic to Fort-Pitt, upon the belt navigation, and in the midst of the richest commercial territory in America, commanding the most extensive internal resources, is by far the most eligible situation for the residence of Congress; and as there is no doubt of its being pressed forward, by the public-spirited enterprise of the people of these United States, and by foreigners, it will grow up with a degree of rapidity hitherto unparalleled in the annals of cities, and will soon become the admiration and delight of the world.
The plan of this city, agreeably to the directions of the President of the United States, was designed, and drawn, by the celebrated Major L'ENFANT; and is an inconceivable improvement upon all other cities in the world, combining not only convenience, regularity, elegance of prospect, and a free circulation of air, but every thing grand and beautiful, that can possibly be introduced into a city. As the plan of this elegant city will be published early in next month, a particular description of it here, would neither be possible nor necessary: A few sentences, on that subject, must therefore suffice.
The streets, in general, run due north and south, and east and west, forming rectangular squares. The area for the CONGRESS-HOUSE, is situated upon the most beautiful eminence, little more than a mile from the Eastern-Branch, and not much more from the Patowmac; commanding a full and complete view of every part of the city, as well as a considerable extent of the country around. The PRESIDENT'S HOUSE will stand upon a rising ground, not far from the banks of the Patowmac, possessing a delightful water prospect, together with a commanding view of the Congress-House, and most of the material parts of the city. The Houses for the great Departments of State, the Supreme Court-House and Judiciary-Offices, the National Bank, the General Exchange, and the several Market-Houses, with a variety of other public buildings, are all arranged with equal propriety, judgment and taste, in such situations as, in practice, will be found the most convenient and proper. Due south from the President's House, and due west from the Congress House, run two great Pleasure-Parks, or Malls, which intersect and terminate upon the banks of the Patowmac, and are ornamented at the sides with a variety of public gardens and elegant buildings, &c. Regularly interspersed through the city, where the most material streets cross, in the most important situations, are a variety of open areas, formed in various regular figures, which in great cities are extremely useful and ornamental. Fifteen of the best of these areas may be appropriated to the different States composing the Union, not only to bear their respective names, but as proper places for them to erect statues, obelisks or columns, to the memory of their favorite heroes or statesmen; providing they contribute towards the improvement of the lots around these areas, in such manner as may be agreed upon. From the Congress-House, the President's House, and some of the other important areas in the city, run tranverse avenues, or diagonal streets, from one material object to another, which not only produce a variety of charming prospects, and facilitate the communication through the city, but remove that insipid sameness, that renders Philadelphia and Charleston unpleasing. These great leading streets are all 160 feet wide, including a brick pavement of 10 feet, and a gravel walk of 30 feet planted with trees, on each side; which will leave 80 feet of paved street for carriages. The rest of the streets, are in general, 130 and 110 feet wide, and are now mostly run out upon true principles, from celestial observations, by the Geographer-General of the United States, whose astronomical knowledge, and scientific talents, are so universally known and admired.
The founding of this city, in such an eligible situation, upon such a liberal and elegant plan, will, by future generations, be considered as one of the most important transactions of the present President of the United States; while its name will keep fresh in mind, to the end of time, the many important services he has rendered his country.
Among the many fortunate circumstances which have attended this country, during the present administration in government, the residence of Major L'Enfant in America, at this time, may be considered as one of the most material. The plan he has now produced, and which is happily adopted, exhibits such striking proofs of an exalted genius, elegance of taste, extensive imagination and comprehension, as will not only produce amazement in Europe, but meet the admiration of all future ages; having therein so happily combined the beauties of situation with general convenience, and, at the same time, effectually guarded against those inconveniences which arise in other great cities.
The public buildings, now planned by this great engineer and architect, and carrying on under his direction, will be superb and elegant, and such as will do honor to the capital of a great and prosperous empire; while, fortunately, it is not in the power of Congress to interfere with the funds obtained for those public works; the whole being from private grants of individual States and citizens.
It must, no doubt, be admitted, that Congress have power, even at their next session, to repeal the present law, by which they are obliged to remove to the city of WASHINGTON, at the time therein mentioned; but they have no power to lay that, from the present funds, certain houses shall not be erected, or that the proprietors shall not proceed in building the city: Hence, therefore, it will remain, at any future period, with Congress, to choose their permanent residence, in the most central situation. Here it may be proper to observe, that, agreeably to the new constitution of the Union, the States of Virginia and Maryland surrendered a district of territory, which Congress have, by law, accepted of—That, agreeably to the same law of Congress, these two States have made a grant of money, for the public buildings, part of which is now actually paid and expended—That, in consequence of the same law, a large tract of land is granted, by a number of individuals; which land is now cut up into a city, and, before the meeting of Congress, will, in part, be sold to a variety of people throughout the Union. The repeal of a law, therefore, so grossly to violate public and private faith, would not be mentioned in a Congress of friends met in Pandemonium; far less in the general legislature of these United States, whose tenacious adherence to public faith prevented their altering the funding-law last session when proposed.
With regard to the sufficiency of the funds, now obtained, for the public purposes of this new city, it will, in a great measure, depend upon the management of the sale of the lots ceded to the public. If they are sold off gradually, as money may be wanted, to those who will actually improve them in a reasonable time, the fund will be productive, far exceeding the most sanguine calculations that have been made upon it—For the lots remaining on hand will rise in value, in proportion to the growth and natural advantages of the city, as is evident in the most thriving town and village in America.
A SPECTATOR.
PARIS, July 30.
THE eighty articles which have been for some time past preparing by the Committee of Constitution for the Royal acceptance, and which are to form the basis of the new constitution, are to be laid before the Assembly on Monday next.—There is no doubt but that they will extend the King's prerogative much wider than it was at first intended; for the majority of the kingdom seems to be of opinion, that it is impossible, from the nature of circumstances, to carry on the government without giving a strong arm to the executive power, and the nation is unanimous in being governed by a king.
It is certain that the magistrates of the Swiss Cantons are the most inveterate enemies of all the people in Europe against the French constitution.
A creditor of Monsieur, the King's brother, went yesterday to Brumoi, the Prince's country-house, accompanied by an officer (bailiff) and seized as much of his goods as were worth 30,000 livres, the amount of the demand which he had upon him.
M. de Noailles, ambassador at the Imperial Court, it is assured, is returning home, so that a rupture is inevitable.
Aug. 1. In the session of the 28th, they read an address from the department of the Drome, requesting that 290 individuals, who had signed a protest against the decrees of the National Assembly, of which they themselves are members, might be proceeded against and tried for perjury and treason.
An address was also read, signed by a great number of citizens of Clermont Ferrand, exclaiming against the suspension of Electoral Assemblies, and terminating as follows: "It is time for the people to exercise their sovereignty, and to make known their wishes; and as the country is in immediate danger, we declare to you that if in a fortnight your decree is not revoked, we will employ the means with which the law has furnished a free people to exercise their rights."
The detachment of the National Parisian guards, which was encamped in the plain of Grenelle, set off for the frontiers last night; they are to be replaced directly by the city militia of the districts of St. Dennis, and of Bourg la Reine, which will shortly proceed to the same place of destination.
LONDON, August 4.
The King of Sweden has dismantled all the fortifications erected during the war, on the frontiers of Russian Finland; a measure which indicates an early and permanent pacification in the North, and may by some politicians be supposed to look favorable to that Confederacy against France, which has so long been spoken of.
The present combination of Kings against the liberty of France plainly shews that their Majesties want wisdom. If they were possessed of much penetration, they would know that it was the interference of the French in the affairs of America that first made them pant for freedom, and that the soldiers of the German, Spanish, and other Princes, by now interfering in the affairs of France, may learn that they were not born to be slaves.
The putting a stop to the press is an indication, that the establishment of peace is in a promising train, but the continuance of the bounties to seamen shews, that it is not yet accomplished.
The Paris letters of Friday do not even anticipate any thing with respect to the decision of the Assembly on the great question respecting the flight of the Royal Family. The only rumour with respect to the latter is, that as soon as the decrees on the constitution are completed, a digest of them is to be made up and offered to the King. The Monarch, on this occasion, is to be allowed to remove to one of his country palaces, and there to frame his decision with all possible freedom. If he assents he is to be restored under certain provisions; if not, the sovereignty devolves instantly to the Dauphin.
A gentleman who had lately occasion to visit the country, gives a most favorable account of the appearance of harvest. The highly seasonable and beneficial influence of the late rains has been most happily felt, and the barley and oats are in excellent condition.
August 6. Oran has been relieved, and the Moors have received a complete overthrow. The

Spanish forces landed off Cape Ferat, and attacked the Moors in the rear, while the garrison who were apprised of their approach, made a vigorous sally from the town.
The National Assembly, by their last bold measure of the total destruction of hereditary rank, have caused the revolt of all those officers who have reached the rank of Captain, and who in course are honoured with the Croix de St. Louis. Such a decree, by rooting out the distinctions upon which that illustrious body had been accustomed to pride themselves, has totally destroyed every link which bound them to the cause.
The late declaration of the King of Spain, against the introduction into the Spanish dominions of the political fanaticism of the French, by tinkers and knife-grinders, &c. is a very curious composition for a crowned head, but not ill-suited to ignorance and pride. The association of liberty with such contemptible vagrants, in an address to the Spanish nation, is not without policy and dexterity.
Extract of a letter from New-York, May 30.
"The British have driven every other nation out of the trade of this country; their goods are both superior in quality, and so very cheap that scarce any article of manufactured goods has been imported for these last twelve months from any other place than Great-Britain and Ireland. It is believed, however, that the imports of British goods this Spring already, is more than can be consumed in the United States for two years to come."
A PEEP INTO THE COURTS OF EUROPE.
Russia. The Empress dying in fine style, surrounded by general officers on one side, and ministers on the other, quarrelling in such a manner as to stun the old lady, in consequence of Prince Potemkin having made them all drunk with brandy.
Germany. The Emperor blustering about what he will do, if the Diet will give him the power.
France. The King, in a little parlour of the Thuilleries, making wry faces, while he is learning to smoke on the principles of liberty; but comforting himself with frequent quaffs of brandy punch; at the same time he is improving his mind by reading—in a cookery book . The Dauphin, in another apartment, amusing himself with a pack of cards, without honours , on which are written democratic sentences; a member of the National Assembly teaching him to play with a political te totum .
Turkey. The Grand Signior in a private corner of the Seraglio, praying to the god of England and Prussia, to keep the Russian Bears from over-running his dominions. The Grand Vizier chewing vast quantities of opium, to lull his political apprehensions; and starting, as it were, every moment from a dream, to feel if his head be on.
Italy. His Holiness hesitating in his own mind, whether he should anathematize the whole French Nation; or in some sort, meet the reforming ideas of the National Assembly, and marry the two old aunts of the King.
Spain. His Most Catholic Majesty bawling out of his palace windows, for his subjects from every quarter of the kingdom, to bring their complaints before him; at the same time instructing his Prime Minister in the room with him, to see that the military stop them in their march, and drive them all home again about their own business.
Poland. The King, at the head of a table of dainties, toasting liberty, and directing, that dish after dish should be sent out to the populace, against the will of many of the old Nobles, who have no notion of giving the vulgar so refined a taste.
Naples and Sicily. His Neapolitan Majesty rowing for a wager, jumping over a stick, standing upon his head, and singing opera songs louder than the actors upon the stage.
Holland. The Stadtholder smoking his pipe and saying nothing about politics.
England. The King beloved as a father by every individual subject in his kingdom, and his people happy.
B I R M I N G H A M, August 1.
The Dissenters of Birmingham have publickly returned their thanks to those members of the established Church, who exerted themselves during the late riots, in defence of their persons and property; more particularly to those who in the true spirit of Christianity received into their houses, and under their protection, many families of Dissenters who were obliged to leave their own habitations; and also to those who received and protected their goods, thereby exposing themselves to danger from a lawless mob, who wanted only a pretence for depredation.
We have the happiness to say, that the tranquillity which immediately took place here upon the arrival of the military, has been uninterrupted by any of the disturbers of the public peace. —From Monday until Friday last, the Earls of Plymouth and Alesford, the Magistrates of the town, and several other Magistrates of the counties of Warwick and Worcester, assisted by Mr.
Leycester, an eminent Counsel, Mr. Chamberlayne, the Treasury Solicitor, and Mr. Justice Bond, have sat at the Swan Inn, taking depositions and examinations respecting the late tumults.
Warrants have been issued to apprehend numbers of the rioters, whose persons are known. Of those that have been already taken up and examined, fifteen have been committed, twelve to Warwick, and three to Worcester gaol. They are chiefly desperate men, of notoriously bad characters.
B R I S T O L, August 1.
The most serious apprehensions were yesterday entertained of popular commotions, in consequence of a report in general circulation, that Doctor Priestley was to preach in the New Meeting House on Sunday.—The major part of the Corporation of this town is composed of Dissenters, and they having invited this Political Divine, would, no doubt, endeavour to shield him from popular outrage.
ELEGANT IMPROMPTU,
Of Mr. BARLOW, author of the "Vision of Columbus," now in France.
THE French no more in stupid joy, Torment the air, with "Vive le Roi." A nobler wish expands the mind, Let JUSTICE live—and live MANKIND.
Extracts from a Military Discourse, delivered by H. H. Brackenridge, to the Light Infantry Company of Pittsburgh, Sept. 17, 1791.
IN the Peloponnesian wars of Greece, when the Lacedemonians, by order of the oracle, sent to Athens for a general, that disdainful and rival republic sent them Tyrteus, a chaplain, lame in his feet, diminutive in his person, and sent as a burlesque, not as a general. What was the event?—By his discourses, which he composed in verse, he roused the Spartans to the noblest ardor, and though not a soldier, or a general himself, he gave soul and animation to those that were. An irresistible enthusiasm was kindled by his words; the enemy were vanquished in every battle; and the Athenians too late were convinced of their error in furnishing their rivals with a leader so formidable.
Great is the power of speech.—What did not Demosthenes do at a later age? The Athenians, after the Persian victories, had become luxurious and effeminate. Yet even these did he rouse to encounter the Macedonian phalanx. Well said Philip of him, "I regard not the Theban foot, or the Illyrian horse, so much as the lightning of that orator." The Athenians were effeminate, luxurious, and averse to war; yet at a single adjuration of the orator, swearing by those who fell at Marathon and Platæa, as in other cases he would have sworn, by the immortal Gods themselves, there was produced a delirium of the brain, a madness of intellect, and an impetuosity of valor. To war—to war—was the word:—and at the battle of Charonea, which took place, it may be said to have been his voice which rendered, for a long time dubious, a contest for the liberties of Greece.
The Spartan discipline is well evinced from the circumstance, of the soldier, who had his hand lifted to strike a fallen enemy, yet, at that instant, a retreat sounding, he withdraws his foot and spares the blow. It is also related of the troops of Cyrus, that on the march, a soldier receiving a stroke on his cheek from something thrown, yet turned not his head to see from whence it came.
As to the glory of a soldier it is the highest amongst mortals. We value eloquence and admire wisdom; but the prowess of the soldier is fascinating to the mind, and we are astonished at his intrepidity and boldness.
So high an opinion had the ancients of military skill and valor, that to one of the seven worlds of our system, they gave the name of Mars. While he moves in his bright circle round the sun, let every one remember that he is the favorite of Venus, and not far distant from her sphere: Venus the star of the morning, the harbinger of day; and as she smiles upon Mars, so may the fair ever smile upon those who draw their swords in their defence.
The glory of the American soldier is peculiarly distinguished. He fights for no despot. He draws his sword at his own will, and goes into battle in a cause which is his own.
Particular legislators have laid the foundation of other systems; Moses amongst the Jews; Solon at Athens; Lycurgus at Sparta, and Numa Pompilius at Rome. The citizen of America has himself delegated representatives, to devise forms of government; he has considered and tried these forms, and has ordered them to be altered and amended at his pleasure. He has been a Solon, a Lycurgus, a Numa Pompilius for himself. In him therefore unites the double glory of a legislator and a soldier. Happy people to have been your own lawgivers, and to have arms in your hands to guard those laws.
WINCHESTER, (Vir.) Sept. 17.
From the Kentucky Gazette, of Aug. 27.
A Volunteer Expedition, under the command of Brigadier General Charles Scott, will rendezvous at George-Town (Craig's Mill) on Thursday the 8th day of September next, with thirty days provision, in order to go against the common enemy. The expence of this expedition is not to be defrayed by the general government, unless services should be rendered which, in the eye of Congress, may be thought deserving of some compensation.
Fort Washington, Aug. 3, 1791.
Great liberties having been taken with General Harmar's reputation, relative to his expedition against the Maumee towns, and being informed that much of the calumny spread upon this occasion was invented in Kentucky—he gives this
PUBLIC NOTICE,
THAT, in the course of this month, a Court of enquiry will convene at this Fort, for the investigation of his conduct. Such persons in Kentucky as have been actively malignant, and have roundly asserted, as truths, things intended to sap his good name, are hereby invited and challenged to avail themselves of this opportunity to produce their proofs—otherwise they must expect to be considered by every honest man, every man of honor, as calumniators, designing knaves, and malevolent members of society.
P O R T L A N D, (Mass.) Sept. 23.
On Wednesday last, two regiments of the militia of this county were mustered at Falmouth, for a review by Major General Goodwin, viz.—Col. Cobb's and Col. Larrabee's—They made a respectable appearance, and merit as well officers as privates the approbation of their fellow-citizens;—Capt. Bowman's Troop of Horse from Gorham, appeared in the field, in uniform, for the first time—their appearance and performance added much to the pleasure of the day, their appearance was brilliant, and does honor to the town from whence they came—It is a pleasing circumstance to observe a disposition to promote military knowledge reviving, encreasing, and diffusing itself among all ranks of people in this district.
FROM A CORRESPONDENT.
While we read of the havoc among the inhabitants of the Eastern hemisphere, by raging wars and a more destructive pestilence. While we consider the present state of Europe, where almost every nation is involved, or to appearance about to be involved in contention and disorder.—While we observe with horror the dreadful tidings from the West-Indies; and, in short, while we reflect on the troubles that subsist in almost every other part of the world, how ought our hearts to glow with gratitude to the Supreme Being, for the blessings we enjoy in this.—Here peace dwells within our walls: Health, plenty and prosperity smile upon all our towns.—Under the administration of a wise and efficient government, such a government as no other people could ever boast of, we enjoy the happiest reflections and the fairest prospects. What is in the womb of time we cannot tell—It is not for mortals to know the designs of Providence, or even to understand His ways. The present state of the world seems to portend great events.—Great events have indeed already taken place the present year, and are now bursting forth, to the astonishment of every reflecting mind. On whatever secular principles they may be accounted for, we ought to ascribe them to the over-ruling hand of GOD. He did marvellous things among the inhabitants of the earth in ancient times, and is now performing wonders in our days. What has been done for us of late years, is a part of His great plan.
AMERICANS! call to mind the days of your distress—View your present happy situation; and bless him who hath delivered you from the former, and established you in the latter—who hath distinguished you among the nations of the earth: and while he suffers dark clouds to overspread them (perhaps, however, only to prepare them for the enjoyment of resplendent days) is crowning you with loving kindness. Make him the best return you can, for his goodness, and he will give you continual cause to deem yourselves a happy people.
E A S T O N, (M.) Sept. 27.
On Thursday last came on before the Judges of the General Court, holden for the Eastern-Shore, the trial of David Rathell, for the murder of Sarah Rathell, his wife. Although no positive proof could be given of this horrid fact, yet the many circumstances offered in evidence were so strong and satisfactory, as to convince the jury of his guilt; who, after retiring from the bar about fifteen minutes, returned and brought in their verdict accordingly. The prisoner was remanded to gaol; and the next day received sentence of death, which was pronounced by Mr. Justice Goldsborough, in a very tender and affecting manner.

FOR THE GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES.
SONNET.—TO ANNA.
WHEN sportive Spring renews his cheerful reign, And spreads his verdant robe o'er field and grove; The winged warblers chaunt their heavenly strain, And breathe away their souls in blissful love.
CHAMONT.
EXTRACT.
RELIGION is the only foundation of morality—as the latter derives all its force and efficacy from the former. If the rules of morality are to be held binding on mankind, they must, like the laws of human judicatories, inter, if not rewards for compliance with them, certain punishments for the disobedience of them.
PITTSBURGH, September 24.
Lieut. Jeffers, from Fort Franklin, has related to us the following, in order to shew the disinterested attachment of Cornplanter to the United States.
A proposal having been made to some of the warriors of the Six Nations to join the hostile Indians, in order to prevent our army from penetrating into their country, and several had actually accepted the proposal, and were endeavoring to persuade others to join them. As soon as the Cornplanter heard of this, he immediately sent a runner, with a speech, which he ordered to be spoke three times to them; the purport of which was, that if they were determined for war, to go off immediately, and never return, for should he, or any of his warriors ever see them, they would put them to death. This had the desired effect—the Indians immediately disbanded, and thus the affair subsided.
Capt Buell, of the 2d United States regiment, arrived here on Saturday last with a fine company of men, enlisted for three years.
BALTIMORE, October 4.
Extract of a letter from an Officer in General Butler's Army, on the Western Expedition, dated Camp, Fort Washington, Head-Quarters, Aug. 1, 1791.
"We arrived here the 28th of last month, after a troublesome passage of 17 days, from Fort-Pitt: Though the Indians were along side of us all the way, they never gave us a fire.—Our fleet consisted of 27 sail of large Boats, 40 by 15 feet, manned with about 500 men."
Extract of another letter from the same Officer, dated (at the same place) Aug. 6, 1791.
"It is uncertain when we shall leave this place; the arrival of the other part of the army determines our departure: I have learned where we are for: We shall strike up the country along the Great-Miami, across the Mad River, to Tawixtwi; from Tawixtwi to Miami, or Maame Fort; we shall then leave the Miami-Village, and go down the Miami-River (that empties itself into Lake Erie) almost to the mouth, where we shall build a Fort: About 30 or 40 miles from Detroit, a Fort will likewise be built, or reinforced, on the Sandusky Lake—We shall travel this country without any baggage or tents."
NEW-BRUNSWICK, Oct. 4.
Last Tuesday was held, the annual Commencement of Queen's College, in this city, where the Rev. Dr. Linn presided. The exercises of the day were introduced by a prayer from the President—after which the following gentlemen spoke orations. Mr. Staats Van Deusen, a Latin Salutatory; Messrs. Elijah Rosegrant, Luke Egerton, Henry Traphagen, Essays; Mr. William Dunham the Valedictory.—The Degree of Bachelor of Arts was conferred on the foregoing gentlemen. The Degree of Doctor of Laws on the Hon. Robert Morris, District Judge for New-Jersey. The Degree of Master of Arts, on Messrs. Walter K. Cole, Jacob R. Hardenbergh, Alpheus Freeman and John Jackson; Mr. Robert H. Chapman, A. B. of Princeton, was admitted ad eundem , as also Mr. Charles Smith, A. M.
Last Friday, was finished, the drawing of the Second Class of the Newark Bridge Lottery.
NEW-YORK, October 5.
The brigade of the city and county of New-York, together with Col. Bauman's regiment of artillery, the whole commanded by Lieut. Col. Commandant Alner, were reviewed on the usual ground last Monday, when they, particularly the uniformed companies, made a soldierly appearance, and performed the duties of the annual review in a manner highly honorable to themselves and officers.
Philadelphia, October 8.
By the English Packet, arrived at New-York, accounts are received from Europe to the 12th August.—The English papers contain numerous reports relative to a Counter Revolution in France, among others, that the Swiss Cantons have complained to the National Assembly of their troops being paid in assignats, instead of cash, as was formerly the case.—The Diet of the Cantons have also forbid their troops to take the new oath decreed by the National Assembly.—That the refugees are leaving Brussels daily; and that ammunition and warlike stores are continually transporting to Mons, Luxembourg and Tournay.
The marriage of the Duke of York with the Princess of Prussia, is to be celebrated in October.
Every appearance on the continent of Europe indicates peace—His Holiness the Pope has congratulated the King and Republic of Poland on their New Constitution.
The code of laws framed under this Constitution, is to be called the code of Sianilas—they went into operation the 5th July.
In the Betsey, from Cape-Francois, came passengers, Mons. Gobert and family. This gentleman has had his plantations, houses and cattle all destroyed, to the value of 20,000. sterling. His venerable age was not any protection against the depredations of the outrageous slaves. Neither age nor sex are considered by a brutal flock; other wise it might have been hoped that this veteran would have escaped their fury: he fought in Thurot's squadron at Carrickfergus, in the war of 1759 and 1760.
What will be the issue of these dreadful disturbances, God only knows. The general conjecture is, that the negroes must very soon disperse for want of provisions, as they are almost starving, whilst the people in the towns have great abundance, and seemed to be in good spirits on the 14th September.
Thursday arrived in this city, the Earl of Wycombe, a Member of the British Senate.
It is said in a Richmond paper, that Mr. Robert Carter, of Nominy, Virginia, has emancipated 442 slaves—This, if true, is a sacrifice on the Altar of Humanity of perhaps an Hundred Thousand Dollars—and is the more extraordinary and praiseworthy in an age when Mammon is the god that commands the most extensive congregation of worshippers.
Among a variety of accounts from Cape Francois, the following has been related:—A widow, who owned a plantation on which there were about 500 negroes, having always treated them with humanity and kindness, on the alarm from the insurgents, these slaves applied to their owner for arms to defend her property—and when the plantation was attacked, they repelled and beat off the assailants, by which means the estate was preserved from destruction.—Humanity as well as honesty will be found to be the best policy.
"Nothing creates more discontent among the people than the secrecy which rulers are apt to affect. The disaffection arising from this, is as sure as from mal-administration. It is hard to restrain people to order very long, without making them see their interest in it. From this observation we will not except the subjects of the most despotic monarchies: for not even the iron rod of slavery can always reduce to tame submission, people who can see no advantage accruing from allegiance. But in free States, there can be no authority maintained, without making the system of policy apparently conducive to the general good. The people of the American States, have long lain under a general odium for want of patriotism; which has arisen from their repeated opposition to government,—and their backwardness to comply with the demands of the public upon their property. The late peaceable and patriotic conduct under the operation of the new government, will, we hope, retrieve them from this reproach, and serve to discover the cause from whence their former disaffections arose."
"The quietness of our land under the equal administration of this government—leaves us well assured that the former disturbances, arose from a defective system of policy.—One of the most observable defects, was that intricacy with which our revenue systems were clogged. The people were utterly unable to comprehend the complicated measures which were adopted in raising supplies; and from thence derived the idea, that all their monies were anticipated, before they came to the public treasury. And nothing could awaken the spirit of resentment more than to have their property wasted in supporting the idleness, and making the fortunes of their insolent collectors. In the apprehension of all, the least attention from government, would have removed this evil. But when they saw the mystery still kept up, against the general wish, and the systems of revenue covered in abstrusity, they were provoked with an honest indignation against the measures of their rulers. For a season they laid aside their industry and patriotism, which they were convinced, could no longer be virtues."
"By the operation of the federal government, this evil is removed; and the spirit of industry and patriotism has returned. This evinces both the perspicuity of the present system of administration, and the rising glory of our country. And should our rulers continue to discard all mysteries in politics, and conduct their national business in a plain, easy, and intelligible manner, we have every reason to expect that they will secure the public confidence, and find an easy access to the property of the citizens."
The Prize of 5,000 dollars in the New-Haven Wharf Lottery, was drawn by Mr. Benedict French, of Roxbury parish, in Connecticut.—It has been said that the original purchaser of the ticket which drew the above prize, sold it at a discount, and took goods in payment.
A gentleman arrived at Boston from England, informs that a peace had actually taken place between the Empress of Russia and the Porte; and that, in consequence, the British fleet had been put out of commission, and the seamen paid off and discharged.
Dr. FRANKLIN's Life is advertised in the London papers as being in the press, and shortly to be published. An event much desired.
50,000. of American Final Settlements were sold in London, a few weeks since, at 14s.
The Quebec Herald, of the 22d August, contains a protest of a number of the Merchants against the address presented to Lord Dorchester, published in our last.
On Tuesday last the Philadelphia Baptist Association convened in this city—the business of their churches was introduced with an excellent sermon, by the Rev. Mr. OLIVER HART, of Hopewell, New-Jersey—after which the Rev. Doctor SAMUEL JONES was chosen Moderator—Their session closed on Thursday.
Representation constitutes the essence of Republicanism—and the rights of election are the highest, most sacred and important that freemen can possibly exercise. At the return of those periods, therefore, when they are called upon by the Constitution to give their suffrages for those whom they chuse should be their political fathers, the majesty of the people appears in its full dignity—if then, as has been said, every freeman possesses in his proper person a portion of this majesty, no considerations can absolve him from the obligations he is under to attend his duty as an elector.—So long as elections are free, and made by a full vote of an enlightened community, so long will their liberties, constitution and laws, which are all inseparably connected, be safe;—but if the people are false to themselves, and leave their elections to be made by a small number, who may happen to have no other business to attend to at the moment, they sport with their dearest privileges; and it depends on a mere contingency whether the conduct of their affairs is committed to the able friends, or the specious, tho' unprincipled, enemies of their country.
"A good man will certainly be happy, either in this life, or the next."
The inequalities therefore"> The inequalities therefore which appear in the dispensations of Providence, should lead to no conclusions unfavorable to the cause of virtue; for what are the momentary sufferings of this point of existence contrasted with an eternal display of the justice and goodness of the Deity.
"The generality of men make themselves miserable by desiring what is superfluous"—the real wants of nature lie within a very narrow compass—fashion, fancy, and the refinements of society, extend the limits of human desires in such manner, that imaginary evils vastly exceed the catalogue of those brought upon us by real misfortunes.
EXTRACT.
THE greatest part of the works which the public esteem at present, have only arrived by degrees at that universal approbation, (e. g. Shakespeare). A success too brilliant at the first, affords but a bad augur for its continuance, and only proves the mediocrity of the work. Beauties which are within the reach of all the world, immediately make their impression; great beauties are often less striking, and it is rare that a work of the first merit, obtains, at the beginning, the suffrage of a great number. It is only a few who are able at once to feel the force of singular excellence: but by degrees the false glare which dazzled at the first, begins to wear off, and men gradually discover beauties that at first escaped their notice. This discovery occasions an agreeable surprise. They return to the subject, and discover still more; so that their admiration continues to augment from day to day.
MR. FENNO,
Having seen an advertisement, signed D. J.—, posted up at Bristol, by a Candidate to represent this State in Congress, in which he says that, if the people will chuse him, he will relinquish to the use of his constituents two dollars per day out of the six to which he will be entitled—the following Impromptu was occasioned by the circumstance:—
FOUR dollars for abilities like thine!
Genius and freedom at the thought repine:
For change the dollars to a single great,
Thy services would be most dearly bought.
As an encouragement to the practice of those virtues which constitute the excellency of a Legislator for this great Republic—diligence, consistency, integrity and independence—there is every reason to suppose that FREDERICK AUGUSTUS MUHLENBERG will be elected to serve in the next Congress, by a large and respectable majority of the votes of his fellow citizens.
Married, on Thursday evening last, Mr. DAVID PRICE, of this city, to the amiable Miss POLLY DALLY, late of New-York.
Died in New-York, after a long and painful illness, Mrs. HARPER, late of the Comedians.
From PELOSI's MARINE LIST. ARRIVALS at the PORT of PHILADELPHIA.
 Ship Henrietta, Weeks, Libon  Brig Ruby, Peeples, Halifax  Betsey, Watson, Cape-Francois  Schooner Betsey, Bratton, Rhode-Island 
PRICE CURRENT.—PUBLIC SECURITIES.
  FUNDED DEBT.    6 pr. Cents 20/6 pr. £. 102 1/2 pr. cent.  3 pr. Cents 11/3 56 1/4 do.  Deferred 6 pr. Cents 12/2 12/3 61 1/4 do.  UNFUNDED DEBT.  Final Sett. and other Certificates 16/8 17/8 85 do.  Indents 10/6 52 1/2 do.  Bank Subscriptions, 130 132 Dollars.  
UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA, October 7, 1791.
The MEDICAL LECTURES will begin on the first Monday in November next.
Wanted, a good COOK,
To whom genteel wages will be allowed. None need apply who cannot be well recommended. Enquire of the Printer.

MR. FENNO, I send you a Poem of the well-known DELLA CRUSCA, which, I believe has never been printed in America; few, even of his greatest admirers, have ever seen it, as it is not included in the British Album.
HOWARD,
THE PHILANTHROPE.
AN ODE.
Written by ROBERT MERRY, Esquire, under the signature of DELLA CRUSCA.
THE roving Zephyr's gentle gale That flutters in the flowery vale; That hovers on the high hill's side, And curls the river's rippling tide; Shall oft, BENIGNANT HOWARD, shed A winnow'd fragrance round thy head, When chance at sultry noon thou'rt laid Beneath the Alpin's quiv'ring shade. At night no dishonour shall rise, To chase light slumber from thine eyes; Near thy abode no sound be heard, Unless the melancholy bird, That leans her bosom on the spray, Shall warble all her woes away.
Yon pearly moon that beams so bright Upon the sable breast of night, Has seen thy wandering footsteps go To shores where distant billows flow, Where Europe owns a Sultan's nod, And smarts beneath a Tyrant's rod. Yon pearly moon now sees thee roam O'er Britain's Isle, thy native home, Explore each prison cell to cheer, Sorrow and lonely want and fear; For still compassion bids thee wend Towards him who has no other friend; Towards him who all forgotten lies, Deep channels sunk around his eyes, While from their balls' distracted glare, Looks forth the meagre fiend despair. Alas for many a tedious year His only solace was a tear; But now by time the source is dried, And that last solace is denied. Methinks thro' some small grate afar, He nightly woos the POLAR STAR; That ever settled as his woes, Is all the sympathy he knows.
Yes, yes, in fancy, can I feel, The keen delights that o'er thee steal; The look of thanks, the wretch's prayer, In short forgetfulness of care; The fond wife's smile, the child's caress, And all the luxury to bliss. O HOWARD, not the Poet's lays, Tho' HAYLEY celebrates thy praise; Nor yet the SENATE's loud applause To hail thee first in Virtue's cause; Nor e'en the public's just design To give the STATUE and the COIN; Can one encreasing bliss impart To that which centers in thy heart. On earth thy recompence is giv'n, Already is commenc'd thy heav'n.
LONDON, August 1.
DR. KIPPIS, the well known and much respected editor of Biographia Britannica, in the address he delivered on the interment of the late Rev. Dr. Price, said, "The joy which he (Dr. Price) derived from the French Revolution has been strongly displayed to the public, and it has occasioned a discussion that will only tend to the defeat of the enemies of freedom."
"May I never possess the head or the heart of those who do not exult in the emancipation of twenty-five millions of people from a wretched tyranny and despotism; in the diffusion of equal happiness among such numbers of men, and the prospect which is now afforded respecting the gradual melioration, and the growing, perhaps too rapid improvement, of the state of the world in general! Amidst the strange eccentricities and obliquities of the human understanding, we have seen it to be possible for the Revolution in France to be attacked by all the power of genius, by all the richness of imagery, and by all the lustre of flowery and diversified language; but the most brilliant efforts of this kind are now no more than the corruscations of the northern lights, which diverge into a thousand lines, and entertain the eye with their various appearances, but which at best present only a splendid confusion, and soon end in total darkness."
COURT OF KING'S BENCH.
Westminster-Hall, July 16.
OLDHAM versus EMERSON.
The plaintiff, an eminent ironmonger in Holborn, had in April last purchased a horse from the defendant for 60l. for which sum he got a receipt with a security that the horse was quiet, steady, free from vice, &c. &c. But, when the plaintiff began to ride him, he would stop, plunge, start, and go back (all which the plaintiff's servant and several others swore to) upon which the horse was sent back to the defendant, who said he would write about him to a Mr. Rainbridge, his owner, who lived in the country, and would provide the plaintiff with another horse; but afterwards refused to give him either another horse, or his money: to recover which, this action was brought.
Mr. Erskine, for the defendant, insisted, that he never intended to rescind the contract; and that the plaintiff should have brought a special action on the case, instead of one for money had
and received; he knew the horse was high-bred, and blooded before he bought him; and if he afterwards met the fate of Johnny Gilpin, from his ignorance in horsemanship, it was not the defendant's fault. Besides, the defendant only acted as deputy for another. Mr. Erskine then called thirteen witnesses, some of them gentlemen of property, who all knew the horse; and declared that he was gentle, well broke, well worth the money given for him, and that little boys used to ride him; and that any man who could not ride him, was not fit to ride at all.
Lord Kenyon said, that although the witnesses on both sides differed very much, there was no just reason to discredit either; a horse might one time be quiet, and another time the reverse. The plaintiff's servant was thrown, and himself in danger of his life, as appeared on evidence; and therefore the horse could not be said to answer the purposes for which the plaintiff got him. As to the defendant's acting as a deputy, the plaintiff, at the time of the contract, provided a gainst that.
The jury, after deliberating for some time, gave their opinion, that the plaintiff should get back his money, and that each party should pay his own costs: which was agreed to.
Conclusion of M. Muguet's speech in the National Assembly, on the subject of the King's inviolability.
"In vain some unquiet spirits, always desirous of change, have persuaded themselves that the flight of one individual could change the form of Government, and reverse all the system of your constitution; in vain have they wished to play upon you their errors, and persuade you that their opinion was that of all Frenchmen; in vain some other persons, still slaves in the midst of a free people, always courtiers, never citizens, regarding only one man, when they ought to attend to the State; guided by personal interest, when they ought to be directed by the public; bowed under the yoke of habit and prejudice; devoted to an ancient idolatry, and asserting the principles of monarchy which are not attacked; attributing to the representatives of the nation intentions which they have not discovered—have wished by partial opinions to influence your determination, and anticipate your decrees. The National Assembly, without giving way to the exaggeration of the one, or the scurrility of the other, before it determine further respecting the King, will allow their spirits to calm, will advance towards the end of its institution, and will complete the Constitution, which, whatever events may follow, must in all future time be the centre of union for the friends of liberty."
NOTIFICATION.
THE arrearages of Subscriptions for this GAZETTE amount at this time to upwards of Two Thousand Dollars.—The EDITOR flatters himself that no apology can be tho' necessary for earnestly requesting a compliance with the terms of subscription, in a speedy discharge of the sums due.—Those gentlemen of whom the papers are immediately received, are authorised to receipt for any payments that may be offered.
New-Haven Wharf Lottery.
THE MANAGERS of NEW-HAVEN WHARF LOTTERY, have unexpectedly received information from abroad, of a considerable number of Tickets yet unsold. This renders it necessary for them (in order to answer the design of the Lottery) to adjourn the drawing to Monday the 17th of October next, at which time the drawing will positively re-commence, and continue without interruption until finished.
New-Haven, Sept. 28, 1791.
N. B. The numbers already drawn, both prizes and blanks, will be published immediately, in hand-bills, and in the Connecticut Journal, for the information of those who wish to purchase Tickets now undrawn.
HAZARD and ADDOMS,
BROKERS,
HAVE removed their Office to the corner of Chestnut and Third Streets—where they purchase and sell CERTIFICATES, BANK STOCK, &c. &c.
Business of all kinds, in their line, transacted on Commission.
They have for sale, TICKETS in the Second Class of the Massachusetts Semi-annual Lottery (the drawing of which will commence on the 13th inst.) and in the Twenty-Second Class of the Charlestown Lottery, at the Managers prices.
To be let, on moderate Ground Rent, forever,
A Lot of Ground, eligibly situated, in Kensington, fronting on three streets. There are improvements on this lot, which, added to its situation, make it worthy of particular attention.
Philadelphia, Oct. 1, 1791.
W. M C DOUGALL'S
DANCING SCHOOL,
Is now opened at his School-Room,
No. 28, Carter's Alley.
HE returns his sincere thanks for the great encouragement he has experienced these eighteen years; hopes the reputation of his school for decorum and good order, as well as the performance of his scholars, will still ensure him a respectable share of the public favor.
A number of new Cotillions and Country Dances will be taught during the season.
Those who please to honor him with the tuition of their children, may be assured they will be taught in the most approved style, and that proper attention will be paid to their carriage and manners.
A general practising for the improvement of the scholars, will be held at the New Rooms, every other Wednesday; when the employers, and strangers of genteel deportment, will be admitted. These practisings will be attended with no expence.
N. B. An EVENING SCHOOL will be opened for grown Gentlemen, as soon as a sufficient number offer.
Philadelphia, September 14, 1791.
(t. f.)
IMPERIAL HYSON, SOUCHONG, and BOHEA
T E A S,
REFINED SUGARS, COFFEE, & SPICES, &c. &c.
Of the first quality—by retail,
No. 19,
Third-Street, between Chestnut and Market Streets.
LOTTERY TICKETS.
New-Jersey, 2d Class—to commence drawing 26th inst. } Posh. Massachusetts Semi-annual, 2d Class, 13th October. } lively May be had as above.
PUBLIC SECURITIES,
BOUGHT and SOLD, on COMMISSION, by SAMUEL ANDERSON, Chestnut-Street, next door to the Bank, No. 97. MASSACHUSETTS SEMI-ANNUAL, AND NEW-HAVEN LOTTERY TICKETS, To be had at the same place.
Forty Dollars Reward.
LAST night was broke open the Store of the subscriber, at Bordentown, and stolen from the same the following articles, viz. One hair trunk, containing womens' wearing apparel; a small box, containing four clocks and one dozen table-forks; a ditto containing one bottle green cloth coat, one striped vest and breeches, two shirts and a small bag with 36 dollars and 20s. to 30s. Jersey coppers; 1 keg containing a large bible, with other small books; 1 box containing 447 real ostrich feathers, some of them large and elegant, and of different colours; 2 barrels rye meal, branded Stout and Imlay; 1 barrel pork, 1 ream paper, and 1 dozen paste-boards.—Stolen at the same time, a large Batteau, with black sides.
A reward of Twenty Dollars will be given for the security of the above property, so that the owners may have the articles again, or in proportion for part thereof; also a further reward of Twenty Dollars will be given for the security of the perpetrator or perpetrators, so that they may be brought to justice, by
JOHN VAN EMBURGH.
Bordentown, New-Jersey, Sept. 1, 1791. [epit]
GEORGETOWN, September 9, 1791.
THE Sales of the Lots in the Federal City will commence on Monday the 17th day of October next. The Commissioners finding they may engage materials and workmen for the public buildings to any desirable extent; with a view to draw the fund into action, so as to facilitate the work, instead of a deposit of 8 per cent. will require 1-4th part of the purchase money to be paid down, the residue to be on bonds with security, payable with interest in three equal payments. The manner of improvement will be published at the sale.
THOMAS JOHNSON, } DAVID STUART, } Commissioners. DANIEL CARROLL, }
PHILADELPHIA, 20th July, 1791.
THE Commissioners appointed to receive Subscriptions to the Bank of the United States, do hereby, agreeable to law, inform the Stockholders of the said Bank, that an election for twenty-five Directors will be held at the City-Hall in Philadelphia, on Friday the 21st day of October next, at 10 o'clock in the morning.
THOMAS WILLING. DAVID RITTENHOUSE, SAMUEL HOWELL.
MASSACHUSETTS SEMI-ANNUAL LOTTERY. CLASS II.
THE MANAGERS of the STATE-LOTTERY assure the Public, that the second Class of the SEMI-ANNUAL LOTTERY will positively commence drawing on the day appointed, viz. On Thursday the 13th of October next, or sooner, if the Tickets shall be disposed of. As the Managers have in their several monthly Lotteries commenced drawing at the hour assigned, so they are determined to be equally as punctual in this.
S C H E M E. NOT TWO BLANKS TO A PRIZE.
25,000 TICKETS, at Five Dollars each, are 125,000 Dollars, to be paid in the following Prizes, subject to a deduction of twelve and an half per cent. for the use of the Commonwealth.
   PRIZES. of DOLLARS. is DOLLARS.     1 10000 10000   2 3000 are 6000   3 2000 6000   6 1000 6000   10 500 5000   30 200 6000   80 100 8000   90 50 4500   100 40 4000   120 30 3600   161 20 3220   200 10 2000   7585 8 60680  
8388 Prizes. 125000 16612 Blanks.
25000 Tickets.
TICKETS in the above CLASS may be had of the several MANAGERS, who will pay the prizes on demand; of the TREASURER of the Commonwealth; of JAMES WHITE, at his Book-store, Franklin's Head, Court-street—and at other places, as usual.
BENJAMIN AUSTIN, jun. } DAVID COBB, } MANAGERS. SAMUEL COOPER, } GEORGE R. MINOT, } JOHN KNEELAND, }
Boston, April 14, 1791.
IF THOMAS FRANKS, lately of Little York, in Virginia, (but originally of Scarborough, in Yorkshire, Great-Britain) will make himself known, together with his present place of residence, either to his brother JOHN FRANKS, who is now in this Port, or to the subscriber, he will hear of something greatly to his advantage.
THOMAS ROBINSON.
Portland, (District of Maine) August 29, 1791.
P. S. In case of the decease of Mr. FRANKS, his legal heir or heirs are requested to forward their names and places of abode to Mr. ROBINSON, as above.
Blank Powers to receive the Interest, and for the transfer of the principal of public debt, agreeable to the Rules established in the Treasury Department: Also Blanks for abstracts of Certificates, to be sold by the Editor.
The JOURNAL of the TWENTY-SECOND SESSION of the SENATE of the UNITED STATES, may be had of the Editor hereof.
The price of this Paper is 3 Dollars per ann.