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American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1822-04-23
Translated from a SPANISH Calender.

VIEW OF THE ISLAND OF cUBA.-The beaut-
tu island OF Cuba was discovered BY Columbus in
1925 1t is situated in the torrd zone, near the tro
PIC OF cancer, at the entrance of the guph of Mex
CO. The intensity OF the heat is mitieated by ire
quent rains and tempered by cooling northern breez
IS u aoounds IN rivers, mountains covered with
excellent timber fpcks, BIRDS grain tobf Geo. cotton.
flowers and in fine its fertility is such that it
70 flourish in continual spring. The purity Of the
air has never been tainted by the pesterous breath
o. wild beasts; and the entrails of the earth TEEN
win variety OF rich minerals for il contains in
us oowels gold, silver copper iron, crystal and load
stone' The ports rank with the best in the world.
both tor capacity and commodiausness, and the
compiasance OF the inhabitants prepossesses in ther
iaVor' the minds of strangers The women are hand.
some, courteous, very sensible and endowed with
singular talents, for the cultivation of which they
seem TO have strong inclination. Gratitude and
a.tachment are the characteristics of both Sexes
ne principal officer is that Of governor Of the ISL
and and the vceroy is the chief subaltern. II is
GVided INTO three Provinces each of which has its
corresponding deputaon according to the consti-
luton II has two diocess, the Metropolitan of all
CUBA, and the Episcopal See of Havana There is
IN 'his caplta commander in chief of the army.
IL contains an excheque:, treasury for the army
ana marihe' custom house, post office, tribunal
" @oihiherce' an university and medical college
"uo iiOu WIN diVerS pubic establish
lnen's' whlch contribute no less to utility than to
lamusement--a chamber of political economy, -
another OF anatomy,-a school for navigation and
Grawng'-a botanical garden and other institutions
ior the purpose OF acquantng Young ladies with
'ie accomplishments which are proper for their
SEX The Notifications OF the city are formidable,
the walls impregnable. The houses are in genel al
commodously built and the structure of some aie
specimens OF excellent TASTE The theatres are de
eorated with every embellishments of fancy aud the
agreeablcness OF the public walks is very inviting
IN hne' Havana may be considered as the key t.
the new world and the safeguard of the Indies sit
IS Tor tins reason that three castles and golden key
are exhibited on its banners.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1822-04-23
| Continuation of Foreign Items. I

he last news from St Petersourgh was of war.
IKE nature while those from Vienna continue to
affirm that peace will not be interrupted. An i'm.
portant communication is spoken of made by the
Russian cabinet to the great powers Of Europe.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1822-04-23
EDITORIAL sENTIMENTs.-.anro.o.

:, Tr0" the Charleston Palriot.
Mr. Smith, senator from tbis state fSo,,,, 1,..,.
"a| III congress- may be said to have roasted rho
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-23
COMMISSIONER KING.

/ For some time past the miniDns Of this politi-
cal Janus have enleavoured 10 white-wash the
stains which the pamphlet of Gen Richardson
has so indeliblv fixed upon him. The swarthy
apostate, however. perceiving that all their
attempts were futile, and that 10 fact the rank
odour Of the puddle increased BY agitation, has
| at length advanced IN propria persona, and by q
communication in the last Argus, furnished
ample proof that no reliance whatever can be
placed on his statements. The tone assumed
/, BY the Commissioner in the publication alluded
| 10 is indeed truly ridiculous. Forgetting IN
his recent elevation the old song Of liberty and
equality, he says that the conduct ofGcn. Rich
ardson has placed him on a level with the des-
crption of persons With whom he lras not yet been
in the habit Of noticing" This cannot be doubt
ed. Gen. Richardson is Of that number
who, having constantly in view the public good,
have declared to the people that this deceiyer
was unworthy OF their confidence. He is one
of that number who charged him in time Of war
with atfordinS aid to the enemy, and presenting
/" potatoes" when he should have cbarsed bag
onet.
These statements were certainly bold: ret
they were corroborated bv such mass oftesti-
mony. that King himself with all Lis ofirsntery
dare not attempt their rclutation. But II Gen.
Richardson Is so dehased that tile apostatc " can
not notice him. BY co ldescending e. disproye his
charge WHY notice him at all Argument is
ever preferable to scnrrilitY and abuse and he
NAV rest assured that though the latter course
NAV be more in accordance with his feelings,
il cannot carry conviction to the public mind.
II was truly unfortunate for the Commissioner
chat when [" the insect buzzed round him. he
did not consider him of sufficient importance to
brush him off," II IS evident that this insect,'
insignificant as lie deemed him, had powerful
sting. His foul and bloatcd body has been long
agonizinr from the effects Of il, and we should
not be snrprized If the result were putref c;ion.
If any thing were wanting 70 establish the cor
rcctness Of Gen. Richardson's pamphlet, that
want is supplied By the Com pissicner's buneling
epistle TO Mr.. Amos. This eplstlc teens with
epithcts false as they are opprDhroas. and
could only elanate from heart in which de-
pFavity had its throne. The reputation of Gen.
Richardson rests too solid basis 10 he sl,a-
ken by such blasts Of caiunlny. That ~ has
the confidence "a the community, l. evident f.um
the highly responsible situation winch he now
occupies situation for which fho Corn,ni,sion
er would be unable 10 obtain single vote even
from the most fawning Of bis sscoshants.-
Yet this man is charged by the GofnIpi ,sioner
with want OF charfctcr---Inark ii reatcr--by fhc
Commissioner There is statement in fiji.
famous eristle to Mr.. Ames, which il 50 yrosr
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-23

NJ. Bstler moved 70 reduce toe sun fon. 600 600
. $1,000 Acgatised The Oil was then reported
IA TIE House
The bill then passed TO be ensrossed BY large ma
jonty-
Thursday APRIL 1.-The l6-1 Navy Appropriation
Bill the bill making appropriations or tne Pubic
Buildings; aud the making appropriations - deiray
the expense Of missions lhe Indl pendent Nations o
the American Continent were read third time aud
passed.
Friiag. April Nm Gorham. from tho commit
tee the suppression Of the Slave Trade. nfade ~
port thereon, which. notion ct As. g. was order
ed TO Nc laid on the table and printed
"A bill from the Senate further continue IN force
and perpetuae PASSED the 2eih day OF ApriL
IN the year 1919, entitled act tc regulate the col
lection OF durs imports and tonnage. passed the
second day 81 March. 1899 twice read. and COM
mited 70 the committee Of the whole on The state OF
the Union.
Saturday. April ia bill further TO amend the
several relative the Treasury. War. and Navy
1 Departments. passed to be engrosscd.
| bill in addition to an &C; providing for the prompt
settlement of public accounts. considered. and
with certain amendments proposed ordered TO lie
the table.
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-23
- -
CONGRESS
SENATE.

Tuesday, s9pril ?. Eleven bills were successve,,
consifcred and discussed in committee of the whole
ana ordered 10 third readings. One of them i ~ ~
'ahsi tne district OF Bristol and to annex the town,
Of k'ttery and Bey1ciok to Portsmouth,
Wednesday, 4pri 10. The bill supplementary r.
the act Tor the encouragement Of the cultivation ~
the vine and olive in .4ladanla was read third time
without opposition.
Eleven private. and local bills passed TO be enacted
The Senate agreed. without opposition 10 concur
with the House IN llxing on the Sth day Of Nav mi
the adjournment Of the Session 49,
The Senate spent short time on Executive bus;-
nsss' anu 'heh Adjourned
Ihvssdoys -3prii1I. The supplementary hin from
the House 70 apart and dispose of certain lands for
ne hrco'russre,t' " re- eittvafio Of ts Pine and
Ohrsi and the bill 10 perpetuafe the act 10 resna,e
the collection of duties on Imports and TONNAGE. y
were read : third time and passed.
fr'aay. april 12.-After passing on several local
and private bills. reports and motions the Senate Yc
sunrd the consideration of bill to repeal section of
az act Of the last session. which provides that the
ten OF General Regulations for the .4sqsg compiIcd
~ len Scott be adopted for the government of tl,r
army ard Of The militia when in service; which. after
much discussion, was engrossed :or third readinr.
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-23

Tuesday, .4prii9. Mr.. Sawyer laid on the table The
following Joint resolution -
Rssotred, &c That after the adjournment az the
present session the meeting Of the Congress shall
DC on ne first Monday Of November next
hlltto allow UfiliGa Lambert $1,000 as a com.
pensaton for taking the longitude Of the Canito was
considered MIR. Cooke moved 10 increase The snm
70 sl5oo and Nj. Jones TO 5000; when the lat,er
motion prevailed and the bin was ordered 10 be- en-
crossed Tor third reading. Adjourned
Uednsstay' .4Prit lo-The 1922 General Appro-
paiion hill was read third time passed. and sent 10
the Senate.
The 1sz, Naval Appropriation bin was considered.
IN Committee Eventually the appropriations reportcd
~ the committee Of Ways and Means were shouted
and the bill was accepted, and the following prcxiso
added, on motion of Mr.. Cooke -
Prorided, That person who il in arrears 10 the
goveIsrn NJ shall receive payment under the anpropri
atoms = this bill. until those Arrears wers pa,d ~
their accounts closed
INDEPENDENT GOVERNMENTS.
The House in committee. took up the bin mak;ar
appropriations for missions 70 tie independent soy
cTnlaents south olthe United StaIcs.
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-23

lore mentioned. in the senate of Massachusetts,
there was no act Of the Trustees 81 y afsrglie
Institution 70 prove i and from The nature Of
lie case theIccan be 40 oskcf rSdnace u support
iiis assertion. To give familiar instance sup
rose that General King in the year 1910, had az
serted tiat he was Governor offhc State Of Maine
and IN order 70 prove tls assertion, he Should,
n 1919, eject separation from Massachusetts;
ana m 1920 procure lis own election 10 the OF
nee OF Governor. Would prsof If this render
me assertion made in 1910 true , III IL would,
Ten. Kings mode of easoning j. sound (; il NOT
Then i 4 faflacsoux. iac tue qaesilan here is-
can statement be" an unqualified iaisci,ood !
winch depends solely upon vote oftAc Trustees
10 prove II 50, which vote was passed months
after ne statement tras made 2 III the answer j.
III the negtifiue, then an unqualified faisefood i
iixcd upon Go, king--0nd riGt Is aSorss, lie, ii
order 10 screen himself has committed most
cruel and Tanton abuse upon ny reputation by "a
m'ehed ohempit 10 sniff OF from hi,nssL the LIE and
tr q upon A. RICHARDSON.
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-23

aud deliberate q ~ that " cannot rass :. over
IL silence Tie Commissioner. alkaline ~ Cen.
i.ic r.rdson. says, hc j. pcrsonui's unlvnUwu ~
tn.. v now il IL 4 fact. an iyr tic truth t scun-
tidat4tIy appeal 10 thc Trustees " tl.A Nj afcr-
vile Institution. that both Gee. Richardson and
The Commissioner, were members * tbs boar
II Is fact that warm debates frequently iUvk
place between them. II y 4 fact that at TIVE
meetings Of the board both were actnaily pres
eat, aud one Of these meetings vas "a the Com
missioners mansion. Such beng the case, WHAT
else can we infer than that this rrh aPoss&te ,
utterly unworthy Of credi,--iEet. prvfrssiar AL
creeds, vet believing nonc. W. viii resort to 4ny
subterfuge that will enable him ID retain some
portion ofhs influence over q misguided people
that. IN fine. he i as destitute q. principle =
he j. IF pounds, ,LiiIings aud Peree.
PHCIION.
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-23
SOUTH AMERICA.


Mr.. Wilmot the British under secretary OF
stale, has denied, in the house OF commons d
statement which appeared in the London
Globe. that instructions had been sent to the
West India Islands. that he ports should be
opened 10 the direct trade OF the United States
upon the principles OF reciprocity by the
Ame rican government.
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-23
Fore.gn News.


london. .harce.3i.--i report prevails that
all differences between Rnssla and Turkey arc
adjusted. and Russia Is 10 receive 1ioldasia and
WalIachia-Dou5tcd
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-23

Accounts from Thesssly mention. that the
Inhabitants heretofore passive, have been ex-
allied by the late victories OF Odesseus, and
have taken up arms against the Turks, who
have retrea,ed into The Gorlres.es and 10 Sc
cure themselves from ,Tesehery, had masss
cred some troops OF A!hsniou', who were shu
up with them. 10 Macedonia all was said Il
be quiet. except some iydriots g. CasssrdrioI'
bad founded on he adjacent islands pissics
settlement. and captured not only Turkish
bat small European vessels.
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-09
FROM THE GENEVA s.Y.) GAZETTE.

JemIma Wilkinson, who has lived and
died amongst US, was NJ ordinary character.
Ia the early part OF her life she attracted
much notice, By her preIensons 10 inspiration
she collected band OF followers who did not
leave or forsske" her at her death, and who
even now doubtless believe that 4" the Friend
was second TO none, save the Almighty. 4
delusioD Sc rare, aud faith so sledfast, in a
matter OF speculation only, has seldom been
witnessed. 1t proves how easy the human
mind is influenced by wondrous and exiraor-
binary characte rs; and if Jemima had pos
sessed power to force the adoption of her
faith, she at this moment might, like Mahomet,
have had her temples and her sacr.hces--her
affairs aud her ministers. The men Of this day
are astonished at her success, and at the de-
fusion OF her followers; and wonder how il
was that any could be so weak as to believe
in doctrines founded and supported by cunning
and imposition only.-Ws must all admit
that it is a fact beyond our understanding.
We can easily comprehend how two or more
may contrive TO dsceive the ignorant but
that muItiudes Of rational beings should yield
their assent 10 impions and unnatural preten-
slOns should continue, for life, the willing
slaves OF ali impOstor; should believe an ig-
norant and selfish woman TO be saint posses
sing power to pardon sins and to work mira
Giles, and all this in The bosom of an enlighteB-
ed and Christian community, so far transceDds
the limits of our reason and belief, as TO be-
come a matter Of profound astonishment. Yet
such is the tact-and the world is left il
doubt which most TO condemn, the cunning
and wickedness Of the impostor, or The stupid
lty and deuslon OF the followers.
Jemima bad her day of triumph her pre-
tensions have vanished vi b her breath, and
her history is useful lesson 10 all who sur
yiye. Who next viii come on the stage Of hu-
man creduhty, sport With our faith, and make
our religion The subject Of their craft, remains
10 be seen.
There is great moral truth growing out of
her history. Men cannot be too cautious IN
admitting the professions OF those who make
extraordinary claims TO holmes aud sanctity.
4 | am heller than ihou," Is written on their
toreheads charity is cast of az a useless pos
session, and even TO such preenslons are add
ed an affectaiIon Of divinity. Satan IS manifest
The cloven foot is fully disclosed.
Applying these remarks TO Jemima, her
attacks upon the credulity of her followers
were gradual and insidious, until at length,
they were cheated TO believe every thing she
pretended.
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-09
POTOMAC FRIGATE.

"Wash'ngtos City, March 23.-The Po-
lomsc, irigare Of the frs class, was launch
ed this morning, neatly fifteen minutes sooner
than the time assigned for her entrance into
her destined element. The arrangements for
the launch being complete, and all the staunch-
ions but the ripper having been removed,
the men were waiting for the final signal.
when the pressure broke the ripper, and she
made voluntary launch in fine order fol-
lowed by Ihe roar of cannon, the music Of The
marine baud, and the shouts Of multitude OF
spectators"
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-09

Says the Boston Evening Gazette, now fit
ting at he Navy Yard, is nearly ready tor
sea, and will be hauled into The stream in a
few days. The numerous vessels OF war, IN
DER the command Of junior officers, now IL the
West India Seas in pursuit Of pirates, viii
probably all be placed under the command u
Capt. Bitd'e, Who will direct their movements.
The sound judgment and discretion OF this of
fcer will undoubtedly he rs conspicuous in
Ibis. Command as IL has been heretofore,
whenever be has been placed in situation o.
re- possibility.
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-09
THE BIRIE.

AS few degrees Of latitude make virtue
of crime, so do few centuries make a merit
Gas 10 The case of The distribution OF bibles Of
what was formerly subject to punishment
In the time OF 'Henry VIII. the Bible was
absolutely forbidden 10 be read or expounded
in our churches but the Lord Chancellor, the
Speaker Of the House of Commons, Captains
Of he Wars, Justices OF the Peace, aud Rec0r-
ders of the Cities might quote passages to en-.
force their harangues, as had been accustomed
A Nobleman or Gentleman might read it 10 hI.
house, orchards or gardens, yet quietly, and
1U'thout disturbance Of good order A Merchant
might also read il 70 himself privately; but
women, arjihcers, apprentices, journeymen,
servingmen, husbandmen, and IaDorers, were
10 be punished with one month Imprisonment
as often as they 1Vere detected reading he Bible,
either privately or openly. "NOihiag shall
be taught or maintained contrnrgto The Kings
instructions" SO Hen. VII G 80. Such,
however. was the privilege Of Pesrage, thai
Ladies q qualify might read TO themselves
alone" and not TO others, "dny chapter in
the Old or New Testament THIS has the
air OF suDptusry law, which INDUCES the
Nobility with many articles of superb fnery
that are interdIcte1 to those Of inferior degree.
Il is probable the Dmches.es and Colutesses
were eager 10 read this book, when 1t was
made inaccessible TO three parts Of The nation.
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-09
ARMS AND ACcoUTnFMENTs.

The following is statement Of the number
and description of arms and accoutremenl,,
to be distributed to the several states at the
ensuing spring, under the law Of Congress Of
1916.
Muskets, 26, 1873 Rifles, SOTO; Pistols,
QO.636 non commissioned officers swords,
1851; cavalry sahres. 1894 cartridge
boxes and belts. 16,5O8 bayonets, scabbards,
and belts, i5508; total value in muskets,
SO ,962. Conn. Mir.
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-09

Scarcity Of Specie.-Tbe scarcity and high
price Of specie IS accounted for by fact dis
closed ID The South American Documents Just
presented to Congress that the coinage q
the Mexican Mint, which in 1910 amounted
TO more lhan 2O,OOO,OOO, would not exceed
4 100000 in 1921 the deficit in eleven
years beng estimated at 70, 100000 Of dol
lars-Ce fltineL
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-09
IN France,
VICE PRESIDENT OF U. 9.

We perceive by an advertisement 10 the
public papers, that all the property, real and
personal, of The Vice President of The United
States, rs assigned over for the benefit of bis
creditors, and the large and elegant mansion
house. now occupied by bin in person, at
Staten Island, is offered TO be rented, togelh-
er with a spacious barn, stables, coach house,
and other out houses, with extensive gardens,
and about 800 acres Of excellent land.
Eueniag Post.
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-09
NAPOLEAN'S TOMB.

From 81 Helena Capt. Smith, who has
arrived at .Ne'gport from China, touched at
81. Helena, wheo he had permission 70 visit
the tomb Of Buonaparte, and the new House
erected for him by the British government,
but which had not been occupied. The tomb
was raised round, and a Gentry was posted
TO protect it.-All the British troops 10 St.
Helena were forthwith TO embark for India.
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-09
lPOIEsH-8W

Familiar address to bsioUed Jtits on dc close y
The gear 1921.
TIE time how fast il flows
My Anne
The year draws near It's close,
My Anne;
But whether we
The next may see,
God, name beside him, knows
My Anne.
A score O years are game,
My Anne.
Sin you and me ane,
My Anne,
How short it seems,
Like morning dreams,
Tho now we're on the wane;
My Anne.
We haze four flowers in bloom,
My Anne
And four haze met their DOOM.
My Anne;
Their spirits sweet,
We hope to meet
When earth shall US entomb,
My Anne.
Then lei US earnest I've,
My Anne,
Our BARNS frae i'll may fee,
My Anne;
And blessings pray,
Bath night and day.
For them, for you, and me,
My Anne.
There blaws flower cure head,
My Anne
Its balm in love was shed,
My Anne
To soothe mans woes;
It's Sharon's rose;
Then for its fragrance plead,
My Anne.
For time that now fast flows,
My Anne,
Eternity will close,
My Anne,
That you and me-
Maun shoftly die,
Are truths that ilk ane knows,
My Anne.
L.;cerPooI, 18Th, Dec. 1921. 3. w.
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-09
CAPITAL PuNrsHMENTs IN FRANCE.

From the facility OF receiving and rea ding
English papers, their number, and the ample
manner 10 which every thing i published y"
them, we ale apt TO suppose the British code
more sanguinary than the French, that more
capital crimes are committed, and more con :
vic;ions take place but we believe The Brit
ish criminal annals do sot match the follow
ing for the same years In France,
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-09

AZ Court OF Probate hold sHd within and for the
Coanty OF Cumbg Tlsno, ths rhrd Tuesday of march,
81 tn ye1r Of our Lord eighr hundr ID and twen ySo.
ELfLABEFH WEES fk. s,snnistr srTix. OF rhe estate
~ o. Thomas WebVer late o. Portland. ste esaid Esquire
ucascd having presented her first account OF sdninIsuR
toh Of the estate OF said deceased, and petition allow
alce cut Of rhe personal estate.
ORDERED. That The said ELIZABETH give notice
- ~ PaIsons interested causing copy OF this ord
- b Published three webs succssvey in the Portland
'xette printed q Porrl nj thar they appear Pro
se Court be he'd sid Portland the third r sdaN
o. April az Of the clock in the fortRDon Z Shew
S@se' Il any they have, why the same should nor b.
allowed nd grated.
B. POTTER, fudge.
true Sopy Attest.
HoRATIc soUTHcATE, Reg.
March ~. So,
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-09
JESUITS.

The Society Of he Jesuts was founded
1886, under Pope Paul Sd II was expelled
from England, A. D 1904 from Venice, A. d.
1906 from France, 1909 from Portugal, II
so ; from Spain, 1867 from Naples, 1853 /:
Rome and Prussia, l773 ; abolished by Glen,
l4-l7 Aug. 1878 ); in Prussia and other
states, ITO, revived in Russia, 1884.
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-09
OUR FRENCH RELATIONS.

We understand (says the Richmond En-
quirer from the most respectable authority.
that Minister is coming TO this country with
the Utimatum Of the French government !;
that Al. de Melville is about returning 10
France 10 take seat 10 the cabinet and that
The Ul;imaIum is of such character that
there is very little chanse Of lis being accept
ed by the United S'a'oe
The Portland gazette. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1818-1824, 1822-04-09

Intelligence from South America has been re-
ceived, that the celebrated General Devereaux,
the former commander of the British legion IN
the service Of the Colombian Republic, IS under
arrest al Caracas tor k1rsc'rhipPng tie I7ice
President aftte COn-rEss of CO.vmtta.