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The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17
ANOTHER BUBBLE BURST.

The Commonwealth Bank, Boston, fail
ed last week. Its circulation in October
was nearly s4OO, 900, and now. it is pre-
sumed. exceeds that sum. II was one OF
the associated banks, in all of which full
confidence was reposed by the public, as
they pretended to have ample knowledge
Of n, d control over each others affairs, and
stated so only few days since, (Jan. 3d.
in memoria! addressed by them to the
legislature of Massachusetts. IL they had
the knowledge to which they pretended
they must have known for long time past
that the Commonwealth bank was in an un-
sound condition, yet not a word of warning
was uttered to guard the public aginst the
threatened danger; nor does it appear that
they took any measures to render the blow
less injurious, but on the contrary suffered
the bank to increase its circulation aud la
bii,ies to the public, probably to secure
themselves from any loss they might sustain
by its premature failure. IL this conjecture
should prove true, and it might easily be
determined by examining their books, We
should consider their conduct as no better
than s~indiing and the punishment no more
than Just which compelled them to redeem
all the deficiencies of the bank in question.
II they had not the knowledge to which
they pretended they are almost equally
eulpable, as they deceived the public by
their pre,cn,ions aud pu, il oft its guard.
We see it stated in tie Boston Courier
this, AAO, 900 Of tho bills of the Commoh-
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

We shall not at present make any re-
marks upon the above nomination for Gov
ernor, which excites no surprise, but can
not refrain from bcstowing hrief notice on
the nomination made for General Treasur-
er. For two or three years past, that party
have supported for the Office in question, II
man much better qualified to perform its
duties satisfactorily than the present nomi-
nee, and whose private circumstances
would have rendered the emoluments of the
Office of real service to him. But, in ac-
pursued by that party, after the person in
question has done for them all in his power
for years, they sacrifice him upon their al
tar of AVAILABILITY, and as soon as a chance
of their clecting their candidate can he dis
cerned, they drop him, and nominate a
man, who, however fair his private charac-
ter, is not suited for the Office, and who,
moreover, is possessed of an independence
which renders its cmoluments of compara-
tive little rse to him. Another gentleman,
whom we heard they talked of nominating,
would have filled the office with much, and
we have no doubt general satisfaction and
we know no man who we, would sooner
have supported for it, except on political
grounds. We have heard much disappolnt-
ment expressed by his friends at his not be-
ing nominated, und, if we are not mista-
ken, the result will show that not few
votes will be thrown for him in the State.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17
NEWPORT.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY IL, 1888
DEMoCRATIC CONVENTION.

The meeting on Thursday evening last,
of the Delegates from the several towns in
this State, was unusually large, every town,
with the exception of two, being fully rep
resented, and some of them to overfowipg
by veterans in the Republican ranks. All
the necessary steps we're taken to bring
out our whole force atthe approaching con-
test.
In due time our friends will have Prox
of General Officers presented to them for
their support, and such an one as they will
be pleased to support.-Prov. Herald.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

dents Message, and discussion ensued on
its merits On Wednesday, the House
spen. the morning hour in the reception Of
reports from the Standing Committees. The
remainder Of the day was spent in the con-
s,deration of motion which proposed TO
take that part of the Annual Message OF
the Secretary of War, which relates to the
increase of the Army, from the committee
of the whole, and to refer it to the commit
tee on Foreign Affairs. This motion crea-
ted long discussion of party character.
Messrs. Bell, Gushing. and others opposed
the motion. Messrs. Cambreleng. Bynum,
Briggs, and others defended the motion,
which was carried. On Thursday, nothing
important was done. On Friday, The COM
mite on Elections reported on the Mis-
sissppi case statement Of facts, rs they
we're instructed to do. Mr.. Bell NOV
ed to lay the report on the table, and
have 1t printed, and made the order of the
day for Tuesday next, yesterday which
motion prevailed. Mr.. Cambreleng repor-
ted bill making appropriations for the
protection of the Northern frontier, and for
enforcing our neutral obligations. Read
and referred to the Committee Of the
Whole. On Saturday, Mr.. Underwood,
OF leave, made SOME explanations relative to
an attack he had made on the Postmaster
General in late speech. He rccanted
certain charges against that officer, as hav-
ing been given under erroneous impressions
Nothing else of much importance was
done.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

received. and severally referred.
A bill in addition to the net Tor the re-
lief employment, and removal Of the poor
wss rend once and referred.
On the subject Of flowage, the old COM
mittee was discharged, and the subject was
referred to committee, consisting OF
Messrs. Durfee, Mathewson, Sisson, Potter
and Cole.
Mr.. Randolph introduced resolution to
appoint committee to inquire into the cx-
pediency Of giving courts power to appoint
their own clerks.
The resolution was adopted, and Mcssrs.
Randolph, J. H. Clarke, Potter, and the
Attorney General were appointed a COM
mittee.
Mr.. J. II. Clarke offered resolution,
which was adopted, that the members Of
the House wear Grape on the left arm, du-
ring this session Of the General Assembly
as q mark of respect to tho memory of the
Hon. james D'Wolf, late member of thi,
House, deceased. And further, that in
farther testimony Of respect for the deceas-
ed, the House now adjourn.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

wealth bank baTe been paid out, since tho
first instant, by the Collector Of Boston, as
bounty money to fishermen, and is now in
their hands
4 IL the case ofih bank does not afford
strong argument in favor Of the prominent
measure of The administralion,--to dissolve
all connection between the government and
banks-we know NOT where to find one
Here is bank, which, only a few days
since, was considered by the public in as
good Standing rs any that now remain
which, il appears, was thought worthy of
holding funds of the government in its pos
session, aud, of course, was deriving from
them all the advantages which the opposite
ion assert that they confer-yet it has been
unable to sustain itself, even in these days
of unrfdsemed promises, and, by its counex-
ion with the government, has been enabled
to cheat the needy fisherman out of the
bounty awarded by his country to stimulate
his enterpriZe and reward his toll and per-
severance.
Within the short space of one year, in
addition to the general suspension of specie
payments, no less than three banks in the
city of Boston, have, TO all intents and pur-
poses, failed-and how soon more will fol-
l0v smt is very uncertain. Such insiItu-
tions are certainly excellent repositories OF
the public funds-if the object is to avoid
the necessity Of passing another distribution
ldw.
We hope and trust that some steps will
be taken by the government to prevent
the honest fishermen from sustaining the
/ heavy loss to which this unfortunate expio-
sion subjects them. 1t seems to MS that such
a course would be just and proper, even II
the whole amount of bounty money should
have to he paid over agaiu. Let the loss
fall on the public funds rather than on the
hard-working and enterprizing "sons of the
sea-"
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17
THE ATTACK UPON THE CARO-.
LINE.

Imporfant--OHeial Despateh.-The fol-
lowing is given in the Albany Advertiser Of
Thursday, as Col. McNabb's official report
to his superior officer Of the capture Of the
steamboat Coroiine, about which there has
hcen and still is an extrsordinary excite
mcnt. Upon the truth Of the statement 70
this despatch, the most inporssnt negos'a-
,;ous. and even war itself, between the Uo''
ted States and Great Britain may possibly
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

We have the pleasure to-day of present.
the Unitarian Congregational. Church, in
this town, on Christmas day, by the Rev.
CHARLES IT. Books. 1t will be fonnd on
our first page. In nc cediue to our solici-
tations for the privilege of publishing it, Mr..
Brooks has laid us and our readers under
great obligations. Itwould be supereroga-
tory for us to pronounce an opinion of its
merits, after the general approval which
was manifested on its delivery, and which
was eyinced by the call for its rc-deivery
on New Years Eve.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

depend. If the vessel sailed under British
colors, the only question which remaios is,
whether the British authorities had a right
to take her on the American ground. The
letter, however, seems to intimate that the
order to Gu, her on, was executed at Navy
Island. Nothing is said about the slaugh-
ter of American citizens
Head Quarter, Chippewa, Boil. Dec. 1887.
Saturday morning. 8 o'clock.
Sir-I have the honor to rrpor, for the
Information Of his ExceIIency the Lieut..
Governor, that having received positive in
formation tEnt the Pirates and rebels at Ma
Wy Island had purchased steamboat called
The Caroline. to facilitate their intended in
vasion of this country, and being confirmed
in my information yesterday by tho boa,
(which sailed under British colors,) appcar-
ing at the island, determined spon cutting
her out: and having sent captain Drew Of
the royal navy, he, in a most gallant man.
ner, with crew Of volunteers fwhose
names shall hereafter meniiobJ performed
this dangerous service, which was hadsoine-
ly effected.
In consequence Of the swift cnrrent it
was found to be impossible to get the ves-
sci over to this place, and it was therefore
necessary to set her on fire. Her colors are
IN my possession.
| have the honor to be, sir,
Your ob't. humble servant,
| A. N. McNABB. Col. cong.
"
p. s. We have two or three wounded
and the pirates about the same number
killed.
To the Hon. Jonas Jones, A. d. C.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

SERIOUS FIRE AND Loss OF LIFE AT
EAST CAMBRIDGE, MAss.-The Boston pa
pers contain an account ofa large fire which
broke out in stable, in East Cambridge,
on Saturday last, and consumd seven build
ings. BY the falling Of chimney three
persons were killed; and, il is feared, that
more remained under the ruins. The loss
Of property is estimated at $4,000.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

New Orleans.-Tremendous Conf.
fion.--.On the night of the Sd inst,
broke out in row Of five story houet
the front Levee, which burnt grest
Der ofstores and buildings between BE-
and Custom house streets.
One ofthe papers published the folla
morning says, " In the hurry and c
we can hardly tell who have escape
the stores burnt are those of Pench q
plessis, James Allen, G. w. Pritchsra
eros Il Murphy, Delassus & Montre IS
ly & Banquet, Henshaw & Co., an
raj others, together with the priniinG
of the Louisiana Advertiser. The 4.
estimated at from one million to q +.
and half Of dollars"
Later accounts state the loss ~
$500, 900, mostly insured.
1t was reported that three men los
lives bv the falling of wall.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

The FEDERAL CONVENTION, which me,
at Providence last week, have nominated
the following ticket for State officers:
For Gov, VIM. Sprague of Warwick
"Lt. Gov, Joseph Childs of Portsmouth
For Senat0rs-l SamI w. King, oi
Johnston; 2 Hezekiah Bosworth, of War
ren; 8 Jonathan Reynolds, of N. Kings
town; A Jediah Shaw, of Litte-C Compton ;
5 Thomas Holden, Of Warwick; q Ezekiel
Fowler, of Smithfeld; 7 William +,
Browning, of S. Kingstown; 8 Olney
Whipple, of North. Providence 9 Henry
Aldrich, of West Greenwich; 10 Dutee
Smith Of BurrivilIe.
Henry Bowen, Secretary.
Albert c. Greene, Att'ny General.
VIM. s. Nichols Gen'rI. Treasurer.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

THE DoRcAs SocIErY-Our readers will
observe that sermon will he preached on
Sunday evening next, by the Rev. Mr..
BRooKs, and a collection taken to aid the
society, whose name is at the head Of this
article, to prosecute the good work it was
formed to effect. As the object of this So
ciety meets our hearty approval we hope
tha, liberal sum may be collected.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

Petition of Perez Peck, ct al, praying for
modification of laws, to do away distinc-
tions between blacks and whites. &c. referr-
ed.
Adjourned to 10 o'clock, to morrow
morning.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

CoLLrCr )Rs.-George Bancroft, ESQ.,
has been appointed Collector Of Boston
and George Smith, Esq, Collector of New
Bedford-the former in place Of Mr.. Hem
shaw, and the latter in place of Mr.. Will
liams; both of whom, we understand, had
resigned.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

CoNsTITurIoNAL CONVENTION. - The
Members of the State Committee have no
tilted Meeting of the Friends to n Stat,
Constitution, to be held at Providence on
Friday evening next, January 10Th, to
nominate State Officers.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

SEMINOLE INpANs.-The steamer -
sette, Capt. Trathen, arrived at Chsries
on the LIST inst. from St. Augustine. sav
on board the following Chiefs: Mic q 9
Osceola, Cloud, King Philip. Cohns ..
warriors, and so women and chiidseht-
Of which were landed At Sallivsn's ssi''
and confined in Fort Moultrie.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

o. LEcrURE.-We call public attention
to the lecture to be delivered on Friday e.
vening by the Rev. Doct TucKtR, as one
which has been listened to elsewhere with
the highest qualification.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

Quick PAssAeE.-The new brig CONF
DENcE, Capt. SAMUEL BAnY, arrived at the
city of New Orleans on the 5lh inst, in the
remarkably short passage of fifteen days,
from this port.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

MAINE.--The official statement Of votes
given for Governor of this State, at the late
election, has been published, and is as fol-
lows:-For Parks (Dem.) $3.50 for
Kent (Fed.) 1855; scattering 2s6; Kent's
majority 1913.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17
January I'd, 1888.

An express reached here this morning, in
forty hours from Tampa Bay, bringing tn.
intelligence of a battle having been fought
between the Seminoles under Sam. Jones
and Alligator, and the regular, forces under
Col Il. Taylor, Isl infantry. l, is not dis
tinctly stated where the action took place,
but presume ii must have been in the i'm
mediate vicinity of Lake Kissimmee, as wo
know by previous accounts via Fort Mellon,
of bis being there on the twcnty-,hird of De
eember. Both parties must have fuueh,
with the most determined bravery.
We have met with severe loss. l.ieu..
Colonel Thompson, Capt. Van SwearehgeD, !,
and Lieut. Centre and Brooks, killed. Cant.
Geo. Andrews, and Lieut.. Walker, seyere-
ly wounded; Col. Gentry, Of the Missouri
Volunteers, mortaly wounded (since desc. }
Killed and wounded I39; say Ill wonnd.
ed, and % killed The loss Of the Indiaus
we have not ascertained, but they wsrs
completely cutup.
A few days previous Gen. Jesup car
tured q Indians near Fort Lane.
We have several other accounts air con
firming the above particulars. The JACK
sonvillc Courier, very correctly remsrks.
+" such accounts cannot but convince 40
that the foe we are pursuing and fgh.ing,
is not to be condemned"
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17
From the Ner0 York Euening Post.
GREAT BATTLE WITH THE
INDIANS.

A slip received by Express Mail from
the office of the Savannah Georgian, dated
the 9th instant, informs US Of the pariicu-
lars of an engagement between the regular
forces under Col. z. Taylor, LIST Infantry,
and The Seminoles under Sam Jones and
Alligator, near Lake Kissimmee, Florida.
The information was brought to Ssvan-
nah by steamboat from Garey's Ferry.
There appears TO be some doubt as to the
precise location of the affair. The Geor-
gian places it between Peas Creek and the
Dig Cypress Swamp. A letter to the Jack
sonvile Courier says, "place not known"
Another account from Black Creek, says
:" it must have been in the vicinity of Lake
Kissimmee." We subjein the following:
Extract Of letter received from Black
Creek, dated
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1838-01-17

MIssussrPrI-The Legislature of Mis-
sissippi commenced its session on New
Years day. The Van Buren party has a
decided majority in both houses.
The native American., 1838-01-27

Massachusetts, Charitable Mechanic .Associa-
fion-This association, deservedly one of the
most popular Of its kind in this country, has
lately had under consideration the question of adj
mitting as members none but Native-born Ame-
ricans, and have decided against it. This is as
it should be, for, having admitted foreigners, by
the process Of naturalization, to equal share Of
our privileges and rights, are bound to place
them in all things on an equality with ourselves
There is considerable error existing in regard to
the real objects of Native Amercanism Ii is
thought by many, and by those particularly, who
have never taken the trouble to examine the te-
nets of our cause, that Native Americanism is in
tended to curail the privileges of natralized ct-
zens. 1t is no such thing. As much as we de-
plore the present nature of onr naturalization
laws, we would not attempt to take away one lot
or title of the rights they have conferred. Our
Objects to reform those laws, and have others
adopted more IN consonance with the security of
our Institutions. Atpresent they are dangerously
deficient and our voice will not cease to call for
repeal and RECOMMENDATION .american.
The native American., 1838-01-27

VIRTUE has resources buried in ITSELF which
we know not till the invading hour calls them
from their retreats. Surrounded by hosts with
out, and when nature itself turned traitor, is its
most deadly enemy within; it itassumes new and
a superhuman power, which is greater than ma
ture itself. Whatever be its creed--whatever be
its sect-from whatever segment of the globe its
prisons arise, virtue is Gods empire, and from
his thrones he will defend it. Though cast
into the distant earth and struggling on the dim
arena of a human heart, all things above are spec
angels have their charge over 1.-THE banners Of
archangelsl are on its side; and from sphere to
sphere, through the illimitable ether, and round
the impenetrable darkness at the feet of God, its
triumph is hymned by harps which are strung to
the glories of the Creator '--Bul,oer. o
The native American., 1838-01-27

Economy.-E is generally despised as
low virtue, tending to make people ungenerous
and selfish. This is true of avarice, but not so of
economy. The man who is economical, is laying
up the permanent power Of being useful and ge-
nerous. He who thoughtlessly gives away ten
dollars, when he owes hundred more than he
can pay, deserves no praise; he obeys sudden
impulse more like instinct than reason; it would
be real charity to check this feeling, because the
good he does may be doubtful, while the injury
he does his family and creditors is certain. True
economy is careful treasure in the service of
benevolence; and when they are united, respecta-
bility, prosperity, and peace, will follow.
The native American., 1838-01-27

Boston Natiue american n.Associati0n-There
is no city in the Union, excepting New York,
where Native American Association can pro-
duce more real benefit than Boston. Deeply i'm
pressed with the importance of such an associa-
ton, we have prepared preliminary document,
copy Of which is now at our office for sigma
lures. 4
We speak not as aarmsts--we are not fright
ened at mere shadows, but we solemnly and
anxiously warn our citizens that, if some decided
measures not speedily taken to check the tide
OF immigration and Of foreign influence, then the
fabric of our Institutions is in danger. 1t NAV
seem ridiculous for us to assert that, institutions
formed by the wisdom of the past age, and found
ed upon the patriotism of the present, can be in
real danger; but we must remember that the very
wisdom which formed our government, pointed
to the increase of foreign influence its greatest
and mortal enemy, and we must also remember,
that unless rally to our own defence, we are
unworthy Of a free and enlightened government.
Slowly, silently, but no less certainly, is foreign
influence undermining the foundations Of our re-
publican government, and it now remains for
Bostonians to declare, whether it shall continue
to maintain our present proud and enlightened
supremacy over the rest Of the world, or to sink
them to the abyss of monarchy and despotism--
Boston american.
The native American., 1838-01-27
From the Ne,o York Evening Star.

TIE Devil AMONG THE TAnoRs--A gem
ueman calling himself Herman N. Grundy, on
Sunday night last put up at one of our principal
hotels. He represented himself to the hotel
keeper to be the son of the Hon. Felix Grundy,
of Nashville, Tenn. He soon introduced himself
to several of our principal taiors as son oil that
distinguished Senator; and ordered clothes to con-
siderable amount OF each, to be completed AT tlie
same time. One of the number called on the
keeper of the hotel to learn if it was sale to send
the clothes to his lodgings without insisting upon
nav before delivery. The favorable impression
this distinguished parsonage had made upon the
landlord, led him to speak in terms sufficiently
satisfactory to have the clothes left. Soon a
parcel from another tailor made their appearance,
for which he gave his check on one of our Banks!
third soon appears to see the gentleman. with
clothes to deliver; but calling him Mr.. Miller,
that being the name given him. The suspicious
circumstance was soon communicated to the land
lord, from him to the tailor who first delivered his
clothes upon information derived from him. The
circumstance also was soon made known to the
tailor holding his check. They became uneasy,
as il was evening and no opportunity of knowing
if Mr.. Grundy's check would be honored. One
of the principals Immediately called for some
better security, and obtained the clothes he had
furnished and some jewelry, of which he appeared
to possess an abundance, as indemnity for his
calling and paving satisfactorily for the goods.
The tailors all successful in retaining pos
session of their goods, and several in obtaining
more or less jewelry security against loss in
not calling for articles made to his order. One
of the tailors fearing Mr.. Grundy had committed
depredations to considerable amount, Immediately
procured an officer for his arrest, but the gentle
man had made timely escape, leaving behind
his baggage, which is not to great amount,
owing to the ungenerous conduct of the tailors.
From the abundance Of jewelry in his possession
it is to be feared that some Of our dealers in
that article have Jared worse than the tailors.