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Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1817-12-16

Friday, Dec.7.
T The Clerk of the Senate deiiy ors
the following communication from the
Executive.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1817-06-25
GlDtsreiianp.

In the last number OF kiles' Register we
have an authentic description OF the coat OF
arms OF the late general Ross, sccompan.
led by representation Of the same, together
with his epitaph. The addition Of an Amer
csn flsg, and the motto Bandcnsbure, are in
tended, doubtlcss, ss the only Consolation
which hcraldry can pay TO his memory, TO hi,
deeds, or TO his rashness. History has re-
corded his achievements in characters more
durable than the "psssing paragraph Of
praise" and the escutchcon on his u monument.
Alaric and Attills have had their day.-they
have been more fortunate, however, than
general Ross, for no stone marks the graves
OF these ehieftans Of the Goths and Vandals.
The blaze Of hsraidry will never be able to
brighten that fame which the destruction Of
Washington has forever sullied. The coat
Of arms of general Ross, which has received
Q splendid addition, would be passed over
without comment--it is moant TO elevate the
survivors--it is tho "panifas panifstSm
which is to pave the why for the like achieve
mcnts--it 10 by msgnifyipg the deeds and
gliding the actions Of the dead that tho living
are sAHs taught to initiate their eKamplc-to
execute corrupt measures by corrnpt means
70 cxccrs,e while living, and be execrated
whom dead. The epitaph, however, is VOC
thy Of obscrvstion--it is literally as follows |:
MAJOR GENERAL ROSS,
~, Died .dngnst &fh, 1914
/ Slain az WAsHtEGros, IN sdnerird,
Commanding his maiesy's troops.
Hi, widow and descendants 10 be called
Ross If Biadens6ury."
Rore 10 +" lie, wicked lie," solemuly ut
tered on tho brink Of the grave. General
Ross was killed on tho twelfth day OF Sep
tember, 1914, 10 the attack at North Ponf,
near BALrImoRE, No fact was better known
to tho British government, and TO the survi-
vors Of general Ross, than that he was NOT
killed at jpdsAing gfon---that II was in the sec.
ond auemp, 10 capture and burn city he
had lost his life. II twas, therefore, . mean,
,prevsricating fslsehood, which induced them
thus TO impose upon posteri'y, BY aihxing a
stain Of isnomy on the asbes Of the dead.
Mad tho friends Of general Ross been care.
full of the remnant Of his famc, they would
have abs,sined from creating belief that he
had me, his fate at Washington no shouid
have died there, in sight Of the hanes Of the
capitol, but they should not have described
him as yielding up his lifs'sn tho spot where
he bad disgrscedi, Il. That general Ross was
bravo mao, no ono will doubt--ths war Of de-
vas,a,ioa which he con mneoeea proved him
TO be savage.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1817-06-25

A. ~o are neditating among the tombs,
we arrive at that of Sir Peter Psfkcr's, in
West minister Abby, and copy il as follows
"In the pious hope Of glorious resurrection.
Pursued through virtue. faith and valour,
HxRz LIES IsTIpuxn, THE MORTAL REnAIss or
Sin PETER PARKER, BARoEET,
Aged % years,
Captain Of His Msjesty's ship Menslons.
An accomplished officer and seaman,
Who. after landing with part of his crew
On the coast Of America,
Defeated emmy, sutporfed BY cavalry and artillery,
THREE TINES THE sUMBEK OF his OWN FORCE,
And, IN the moment OF victory, received
mortal wound,
Under which he continued to cheer his men
To follow up their sriSnph,
Until, sinking under its fatal result,
He fell into the arms of the companions
Of lie glory,
And surrendered, the 6eId Of battle,
His own gallant spirit to the mercy Of heaven.
lie closed his career, August 9, 1914
ovFIcKas AND esEw, ON THEIR RETvs,
.at ERECT THIS MONUMENT,
As a testimony Of their grief for lis loss,
And respect for bis character and merit"
Hero we have neat penned epi,apb, which
speaks Of "guns, and drums, and wounds,
heaven save the mark" equal in magnitude
and importance 10 any which are known from
the battle of Pavia to the sortic OF fort Erie.
Poor Sir Peter Parker lost his life in q DASH
ing effort to burn few farm houses, frieh-
ten the old women, and, like his illustrious
colleague, admiral Cockbaro, TO seizo on the
cattle and rob tho hen roosts. The particu-
lars Of this affair, which shines with SO much
spienior ON the monument are simply these :
Sir Peter landed nearly all his crew on the
the eastern shore of Maryland, wheJe he was
me, by col. Rced, who had hastily collected
about ITO raw militiaruen, and who, after a
skirmish Of a few minutes, succeeded in
driving the sesmen 10 their ship, with the
los, Of their commander and ] 3 others be-
sides 27 wounded. The Americans had none
killed and bu, three slightely wounded.
This, then, is the glorious action against
" faree times" his Dumber, supported BY
/" cavalry and artillery" in which he met his
fate in the " moment Of Victory"
"Hai when you see me down in battle
Bsstride me" SuAKsPEARe.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1817-06-25
1be PRESIDENTS TOUR.

On Saturday evening last, little after sun
set, tho President of the United States, ac-
companied Ly Gen. Swifr, Chief Of the En-
cincers, Mr.. IxoERsoL, District Attorney
for Pennsylyania, and Mr.. MASON, his private
Secretary, reached the Delaware bridge be-
low Trenton, where the municipal authori-
,i:s, the volunteer companies OF Trentou,
commanded by Capt. RossELh, and large
copcourse cf citizens, were awaiting him. His
arriya, was announced by piece OF artillery,
under the direction of Capt. yAxp, and by the
ringing Of bells. He was conducted by the
military escort to Anderson's Tavern where
fcu dc j,ie was fired. The Mayor, Mr.. NJ
NEHLY, the Recorder, Mr.. Cu. EWING, and
Aldermen BhoApaURsr, TAYLOR s. SMirw,
were Immediately presented to him, when
the Recorder made him the following extern
pore address
The Mayor and City Couocil, apd through
us tho Ci,izens Of Trenton, present TO you,
Sir, their most upfeigned rcspccts--congrat-
ulate you on your arrival, and give you a most
cordial welcome to this City, the scene, Sir.
Of some Of the services you have reAdered
our Csuntry.--We most sincerely wish you
the enjoyment OF health, long life, and
prosperous administration.
To which tho President spontaneously re-
piled :~
feel very sensibly thi. hind attention on
the part OF the au,horitieA Of the City OF Trcu-
ton--the place where the hopes of the coun-
try we're revived IN the wer Of the revolution,
by a signal victory obtained by The troops uh-
der the command Of Gen. WAsnIsoror. af.
ter severe and disastrous campaign. I am
we'll acquslnted with the patriosism Of the
Citizens Of Trenton, and, indeed, of Jersey,
for none suffered more, or displayed greater
patriotism, in our revolutionary contest. J
beg YOU 10 accept my bes, wishes for your
continued prosperity and;happincss.:
For a perfect understanding Of an sllusion
Of the Recorder it. may DO proper TO state,
tha, 10 the battle Of Trenton, which terminat.
ed In the capture Of the Hessians, IN the rev.
olutionary war, NJ, Monroe resolved a wound,
which confined him nearly nine weeks, at the
house Of Judge WtYKoop, Of Bucks county.
On Sunday, the Prcsiden, and suite aten-
ded divine service in the Presbyterian Meet
ioy House. They proceed northward this
morning. Mr.. Ingorsol returned to Phila-
delphia last evening.
We were grati6ed OF seeing, among those
who called TO pay their respects TO the Chief
Magistrate, the gallant Capt. STEWART, for
mcrly OF the Constitution friga,c, and now oi
the Franklin ~.
The unassuming, aHsble aid smiable de-
pertinent OF the President, was highly graft
fying 10 all with whom We have convsrsed on
the subject.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1817-06-25
Nxw YoRx, Lne ".
ARRIVAL OF THE PRESIDENT.

The President Of the United States arriv-
ed in shi, city yesterday, agreeabiy to expec.
talon. The wind being very high in the
morning, the intention Of bringing him in .
barge vas necessarily abandoned; and The
steam -bos, Richmond, which ives politely Of
sered by Mr.. Lynch, ut moments notice,
vas used for the purpose. The COMMITTEES
Of Arrangements Of the Corporation, Major.
General Merton, and Maior.Genersl Mspes,
and their suites, left the city at O'Clock, for
tsc see, Of ,ho viee-rrcsidenf, ct Sis,eo Is-
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1817-06-25
March ,, isi7-Approved,
JAMES MADISON.

AN ACT authorizing the paymen, of a sum
Of money to Nathaniel Seavey and others.
BE i cnaeted by me Senate and Hoise Of
Renrrsenfafives e/ thc United Sfafcs q. diner
iea, in Congress assembled, That the Sec
rotary Of The Treasury be, and he is hereby
aulhosised and required to pay out of any
money IN the Treasury not otherwise appro-
priatcd, the sum Of three hundred dollars in
equal proportions TO Nathaniel Seavey, Rich
worth Mason, and Daniel Tobey, OF the state
OF Massachusetts, their agent, or legal rep.
rescn:a,ives; which SUN Of three hundred
dollars is paid to them, as an evidence enter
tanned by Congress Of their valor and good
conduct in having recaptured the schooner
Pink in the late war with Great Dstain, and
made prisoners of the prize crew OF the said
schooner consisting OF three British seamen (;
which prisoners were delivered TO the col
lcctors Of Of Wissasset, in the said Dis,ric,
Of Maine and as compensation Tor tho p,is-
onors so taken.
March ), lsl7.-Approvcd,
JAMES MADISON.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1817-06-25

AN ACT for the relief of Peter Kindall.
Be IL enacted by tie Senate and House Of
Rehresenfsnves Of the Untfed STATES Of dmer-
ica, IN Congress assembled, That the proper
accounting officer of the War department b.,
and no 10 hereby authorized and directed 10
audit and settle the claim Of Peter kindail,
on account Of merchandise captured by Brit
ish forces in the late war, in consequence of
having his Wagon and team impressed into
tho public service by order of Major General
Jacob Brown, and that he allow him in the
settlement thereof the value Of the said mer-
chsndizc.
Sec. 2. .fnd be IL further enaefrd, That the
amount thereof, when SO sscertained, shall
DO paid TO the said Peter Kindall out Of any
money in the Treasury not otherwise appro-
priated.
March 3, isi7--Approv~d,
JAMES MADISON.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1817-06-25

AN ACT IS provide for furpishing the hense
of the President Of the United States.
Be. b enacted by rte Senate and House Of
Rehrssenfofipes Of fhr United Sfofes Of .dne-.
riga in Congress asssmbled, That after the
third day of March, one thousand eight hum
dred aud seventeen, the President Of the Uni.
ted States be, and he is hereby authorised
and empowered to Cause 10 DO sold, such ar
tieIes furnished by the United States for the
PrcsidcHt's household, as may be decnyed,
out Of repair, or unfit for use, and that the
Proceeds Of sales, and so much Of sum not
exceeding twenty thousand dollars in addi-
tion thereto out Of any money 10 the treasury
not otherwise appropriated, ss the President
of the United States may judge necessary be
and hereby arc appropriated for the accom-.
modstion Of the household Of the President,
to be laid out and expended for such articles
Of furniture as no shall direct.
March .. IeiT-Approvcd,
JAMkS MADISON.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1817-06-25


AN ACT making further provision for rs.
pairing the public buildings, and improv-
Ing the public sQuars.
BE IL enacted by the Senate and Rouse Of
Rehvssenfotives Of rhe Usissd Sfofes Of line
viea in Congress assembled, That for tho 2ur.
poss Of repairing the public buildings, sum
not exceeding one hundred thousand dollars
be, and the same 10 hereby Appropriated, TO
bs applied by the Commissioner, under the
direction Of the President of the y. States.
Soc. .. Ind Be IL further enacted, That Tor
NE purpose ofeomplcting the enclosure and
Improvement Of the public square, near the
Capitol, . sum mot exceeding thirty eight
thousand six hendaed and 6fty-eight dollars
be, and tho same Is hereby appropriatsd,to
be applied under the samo direction 90 Afore.
said. ae
Sec. 5. Ind Ss d further enacted, That
the monios 80 appropriated shall be paid out
of any moaeys in the sreasury, not otherwise
appropriated.
Soc. :. .dnd BE- IL further essefed, That
Me commissioner of the public buildiugs be
suthorixed to extend tho enclosure round the
semi circular aroa weN Of TIN Capitol.
March ,, ,l0i7-Approved,
JAMES MADISON
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1817-06-25
AN ACT for the rohef OF James H. ,Boi.
gsrvais.

gorvatbs e.-a .far u
Br'if enacted 6y she Senefs aad R5asr cf
Representatives. Of fhe United Sfofes ef :4a'es
yiea in Congvsss assembled, That the sddit-
ioual accountant Of tho War Department be,
and hs is hereby authorized and directed 10
audit and settle tho claim Of James II. Dois-
gervsis, on account Of the destruction Of his
saw mill and property, by order Of General
David B. Morgan, and that he allow him, Ia
tho settlement thereof, tho value Of such To-
jury. % he may satisfactorily shew he has
sustained in consequence Of such destruction.
Ssc.3. <nd BE- 10 further enacted, That
tho said accountant TO, and he 10 hereby su.
thorixed snd directed to settle tho claim vf
tho said Boisgcrvsis, on account Of his wood
and fenciug, msds use Of by the American
troops for fuel, while stationed below New
Orleans, sod to allow him, in tho sestiensn,
thereof, tho value Of the fuel ssed as sfore.
said.
Sec. 3. /sd De "a Jsrfbe~ enacted, That the
srnouut thereof, when ssccrtaincd a. s(ors.
said, shalt bc paid to she said Boisgervsis,
out Of any money in the treasury, moi Other.
wfse appropriated.
Mkreh ;, isl7--Approved,
; q JAMES MADISON.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1817-06-27
CHARLEsToN, June 20.
SIR OR EGGR MGR EGOR

The above named gentleman having attract
ed considerable attention since his arrival in
this city, we have thought proper to lay before
our readers, the following sketrh of his cbarac.
ter, VERY honorable to hi.nself as published in
the Edinburgh CoWr0nt:
Sir GREGoR MGREGoR, who has recently
so distinguished himself in the cause of South
American Independence, is the representative
of 4 respectable and ancient Scottish family
Il served as Captain with the British army in
Spain, became Colonel in the Spanish service,
had Spanish Order of Knighthood conferred
upon him, and was allowed hy the Prince Re-
gent 10 assume the title in England. In Spain
he fought to free patriotic people from ty-
rannical usurpatioE but when he saw the be-
tored Monarch. whom his courage had assisted
to restore TO the Spanish Throne, reward the
friends flibeTty with dungeons and death, he
Indignantly resolved 10 join the party in Anne
RIGA, who are endeavoring TO emancipate them
selves from the expressions of the Mother
Country.
From Scotland he set out on his chivalrous
expedition, with a retnue in every respect suit
ed to Chlettain'S state. SIR Gregor, to COnsid
cradle talent, and perhaps more enthusiasm,
adds rather superior literary attanmeuts; and
among his camp equipment mas not forgotten TO
include a library OF the most choice and valua-
bic books.
Whatever turn affairs may take III South
America, it must always be proud conside
ration for Scotland, that Americans fought
for liberty under the banners ola Scottish Chief
tain"
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1817-06-27
4 TTLIAIN C4yGVT

A gentleman from Philadelphia BIZ the
name of Wilson, who, we understand, is
Cashier to the Schuylkill Bank, called on
Tuesday at the Office of the Messrs. Al
lens, in Broadway on business. While
attending TO business, he suddenly felt of
his pocket, (Which contained about treaty
th0usond dollars in bank notes. and 10 his
utter establishment found therein, in adj
dition 20 the bills, the brawny hand of q
villain, who had followed him into the of
fee. Mr.. Wilson turning to the villain,
demanded the reason of this eXtgaordina-
~ familiarity with his pocket. The vii
lam retreated with his heels foremost, ut
tering a voiley of abuse upon Mr.. w. for
the ungenilrmanly impuiation, until he
had reached the door, when he wheeled
about, and with no ordinary speed at
tempted his escape. One of the Messrs.
Aliens, who had witnessed the whole
scene, instantly started in pursuit, and
soon seized him by the collar, a strug-
gle ensued, in which Mr.. Allen lost
his hold, and was knocked to the pave
ment. The fellow again started, but was
soon arrested by some of the crowd,
which the contest had already convened.
The prisoner was conducted 10 the Police
Office and examined. lie refused TO dis
49,, NAthNi tAiT hhAAAtB ltaiiNAAN VI OI1u-
patton. Yesterday morning he under
went a second examination, when hestat-
ed that his name was John Gibson. We
understand that the Police Justices have
sent HIM to prison, TO await his trial at
the next sessions.
Another stranger accompanied the pri-
soner TO The door Of the office, and during
the struggle already stated, attempted to
rescue his associate, bat on finding con-
course gathering thick around, took his
leave of his unfortunate companion, end
retired IN season and IN safety from the
unexpected sad unpleasant hustle!
There is no doubt that both these fell
lows belong 10 a gang OF villains, who
have lately removed their quarters from
Philadelphia to this city. We moniion
tls fact to put our citizrns on their guard.
". Y. Cam. Aay.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1817-06-27

out The great local Improvements yet to
be made, as population increased, and
commerce and manufactures expanded,
to which the national resources might be
judicious!v applied tor the general veal
The Vice-President of the United
States, the governor elect, the hon. Rufus
King, Nm. w. Van Ness and Jacob Rad
cid, ESqrs. were amongst the distinguish
ed citizens who were his daily companions,
with many others i'll civil authority. The
gentlemen OF the military were not un-
conscious of their duty; and on this oc-
caslon. their duty was their pleasure.
All harmonized in most respectful de
meanor TO the man whom the eo0d peo-
pie Of these United States" have delight
ed to honor.
During this general intercourse with
the first magistrate of the nation, lie has
shewn "a digniiied and satisfactory deport-
ment towards his conslituents-We trust
that in his journey, he will find the same
disposition with the people In every part
of the Union, TO express their respect
TO him, and their congratulations on the
happy state of this wide spread repub-
lie.
In the progress of his journey, it is
probable there may be some more bril-
liant displays. and ceremonial honors
than were here exhibited. But taking the
whole occurrences and circumstances
attendant on this suspicious occasion
the grand and unequal advantages of
New York, as a city and a state-viewing
with mingled emotions OF patriotism and
wonder what is contemplated for the fu-
ture improvement of this section of the
Unlon-that the means 10 effect and the
genius to guide these grand and unpa-
rallied achievements, are all concentra
ted within the state-viewing these, and
all our natural and certain advantages :
we must be permitted TO say, that this
City and this State will create sentiments
| of consideration, with which no other
city or state can now inspire the execu-
tive mind. 1Ner. Adv.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1817-06-27

Who have reported and been assigned to duty,
unless coming through HIM as the proper organ
of coiumunca ton. The object of this order is
To prevent tue recurrence of circumstance
which removed an important officer from the
division, without the knowledge OF the COM
maudiu. general, and indeed when he suppos-
ed that officer engaged in his official duties and
anticipated hourly the receipt of his Official re-
ports on subject of great Importance to his
command also TO prevent the Typographical
reports from being made public through the
medium ct newspapers. rs was done in the
case alluded to- thereby enabling the enemy TO
obtain the benefit of all our Typographical re-
searches as soon as the general commanding,
who is responsible fer the division. Superior
officers having commands assigned them,
held responsible to the government for the cha
ractpr and conduct Of that command and il
might well be justified in an officer senior in
command 10 give orders TO a guard or duty.
without passing that order through the Of
ficer OF that guard, as that the department OF
war should cOunternland the arrangements Of
commanding generals, without giving their or
der through the proper channel. To acQuiesce
n snch course, would be tame surrender of
military rights and etiquette, and AT once SUB
vert the established principle of subordination
and good order. Obedience to the lawful
commands OF superior officers is constitutions
ally aud morally required but there is chain
of communication that binds the military com
pact, which, If broken, opens the door 10 DISC
bedence and dsrespect aud gives loose to the
turbulent spirits who are ever ready TO excite
| mutinv. All physicians able to perform duty.
who absent on furlough, will forthwith re-
pair to their respective posts. Commanding
officers OF regiments and corps, are ordered to
report, specially. all officers absent from duty on
| the 30th of June next, aud their cause of alb
sence. The army is too small TO tolerate iders,
and they will be dismissed the service.
By order n Mayor general JqckSea.
(Signed) ROBERT BUTLER,
ddutant- General.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1817-06-27
LEGISLATURE Of MASSACHUSETTS.
In SENATE, June IA.
THE PRESIDENTS VISIT

Inesioy, Jane 1.-THE joint committee
appointed to consider what measures
ought TO be taken by the Legislature In
regard Ia the expected visit ofthe Presi-
dent ofthe United States, made a report.
autlorISing the Executive Gas the Leuis-
lalure would not he in SESSION. 10 make
arrangements for the occasion.
After some discussion, the above re-
port was negailved, and the following d.
dopted as substitute -
Ordered, That as the Legislature will
moi be IN session, when this event will
probably take place; and as the Cover
nor and Council are authorised, and will
adopt all such measures as shall be pro-
per to evince the respect which the Com
monweallh of Massachusetts entertains
for the Chief Magistrate of the Union =
1t is not necessary to take any order on
the subject. SEM do,cn fo, concurrence.
IN THE HOUSE
1 he above vote OF the hon. Senate occa-
stoned long discussion the result of
whichwas that the House voted TO ADOPT
the following as a substitute for the vote
ofthe Senate -
Resolred, That as the Legislature will
not be in session when the visit of the
President of the United States to this
Commonwealth will probably take place,
the Governor and Council be authorised
To adopt all such measures as shall be
proper 10 evince the respect which the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts enter.
tain for the Chief Magistrate of the natl
on and that his excellency the Cover
vernon, with the advice of Council, be
authorised TO draw his warrant on the
Treasury for such sum as may be neces-
sary to carry this object into effect.
ltwas afterwards meved, that the vote
on this resolution be re-considered; and
the Yeas and Nays were required: when
the numbers were, for re-considering 80,
against it 40. So the motion to re-consi-
der was lost, and the Resolution was con-
tirmed
(The subject will be resumed this day. }
\ joint committee, consisting of the
Hon. Messrs. Waldo & Endicott, Messrs.
Kittredge, Cheney and Richardson, was
appointed to wait upon his excellency the
Governor, and inform him that the two
Houses have passed upon all the public
business that was before them, and TO
request him TO prorogue them TO the Sc
cond Wednesday of January next. CFhe
Senate then adjourned TO tomorrow.
(this day. when the Committee will re-
port.)