The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1809-08-02
From the Mezo- York Journal.
THE LATE NEWS.


The intelligence Brought by The late arriy ais from
Europe places country III Al interesting situation.
1t clearly ascertaned that the British government
has declared that the agreement made by Mr.. En-
skine, with government was not authorised by his
Instructions and would not be approved by that gov
crnment
The particular part of that agreement which his
Byitannck majesty cannot approve is left wholly to
conjecture. II is not specified in the order of
ccpncil, and some time must probably be taken to
give 1.-THE most plausible appearance.
Without waiting to see the dress that may be given
it by the British ministry, we presume there is not
in the Union having the least regard for his re-
putation, who will venture to maintain, that The
gagemcnt entered into by Mr. Erskine with the Pres
idcnt contains single Stipulation any RESPECT
JUST. - ,'e~'
Whether he acted without authority, or exceeded
the powers granted in his Instructions remains at
present unknown. But If that matter to be de-
cided by the contradictory declarations of himself
and Mr.. Canning, who, on comparing The solid fab
brick of his reputation with the pert shftings and
equivocatons Of the punnng Secretary, could hesi-
tate to decide,
Besides, all the circumstances attending the mis-
sion of Mr.. Oaklcy-the situation cf affairs at the
simc-promptness of the arrangement with our gov
crnuent, and his immediate return speak language
not to be misunderstood.
When Mr.. Oakley left England the government
had reason to expect the least relaxation in the
system Of the embargo. On tire contrary, the pro-
pr1ety OF continuance Dcen iDliinatcu cy he
late president, and the resolutions reported by Mr.
Campbell passed with unparalleled unanimity
Instead Of partial repeal OF the embargo appcGran
ces indicated, that it would be backed by total nom
intercourse at least, preparatory to the last
sort.
In addition to the probable loss Of cur market for
the sale of their manufactures, the unequal supply of
our materials became manifest by encreasing
advance Of p1ce. Their armies hadalso been driven
out ofSpain in crippled and horrd condition, with
out time to- dress the wounded before their embarka-
tion.
Under this situation Of things was Mr. Oakley
despatched with new Instructions TO Mr.. Ersklne 10
make certain propositions our government twas
not to negotiate GA treaty on ali the points of differ
encs," but to make specfick proposals contained in
his new powers.
Can i be that the British government on
subject of sufficient importance to induce them to
send special messenger three thousand niles, to
make a few short propositions, would have them so
obscurely drawn by mistake not to be understood
The idea is tooprcpcsterous to admit OF a moments
confederation.
The new order of council however says, that the
agreement made BY Mr. Erskine is not only unauthor
ised, but is also such as his majesty CANNOT AP-
PROVE. Why not Was there any thing wrong or
unjust in il Did it sacrifice single right or just
claim he had against us Did his minister stipulate
for any thing than strict justice towards us
This cannot be pretended. Ii evident therefore,
that agreement do us justice does meet the
appreciation Of the British government This consid-
Grafton should induce every friend to his country to
unite his utmost cid in the support of just rights.
Let the Rcksrings and the Randoiphs of oppos
sicn, and their coadjutors, oppose
dictated by wisdom beyond the reach Of their UNDER
standing, longer embarrass the government in its
struggles with foreign nations, by exciting the people
TO rebellion.
Ict those who have honestly doubted the sincerity
of the administration in its negotiations with Britain
now tear the film from thsipexes and behold with de-
,es,ation the authors Of their delusion Let them no
longer believe that England means us no harm--that
our causes Of compliint against her are mere pre-
texts and ctious--that differences would be
tied without difficulty e the negociations were con-
Quoted with sincerity on our part The rrvcrse 10
now made evident -. a
The scandaloas fact IS unbIushingly axowed, and
stands recorded the infamous records of the Court
Of the Queens Palace, that his Brtsnnick Majesty
cannot approve the agreement made by his minister
in has name 10 do justice. nthis point Of view Il
is immsteriai to US whc;hsr Mr. Erslne was or wss
not authorised.