Presidential Nomination. A meeting of the republican members of the le gislature of New-York was held in the capital, at Albany, on the 29th inst. Twelfth Congress. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. Friday, May 29.-After the disposition of some Mr. Randolph, after stating that he had a motion republicans in the senate and assembly is 95, of whom 91 were present. Gen. James W. Wilkin of to make, commenced a speech involving generally our relations with France and the senate, was unanimously called to the chair. the present state of and Aexander Sheldon, Esq. speaker of the house Great B. itain. When he had been speaking about an hour and an half, a question of order arose, of assembly, appointed secretary. The whole number of business of minor importance A motion, that the meeting should proceed to and it was decided by the speaker that the gentle. nominate a candidate for the Presidency of the Unitman ought, previous to debating so much at large, It was then to submit his motion to the house. ed States, was approved by 87 voices. After some desultory debate and decisions on proposed that DE WITT CLINTON, Esq. should be "That under present circumsupported for that office, and determined unani points of order, Mr. Randolph submitted the folmously; after some debate, in which general Root lowing proposition : was the only opponent, who retired before the ques-stances, it is inexpedient to resort to a war with Great tion was put. A grand committee, composed of Britain." one gentleman from each congressional district, was then appointed to promote the election of the can didate selected. After the meeting adjourned, this committee waited upon Mr. Clinton, and informed him through their chairman of their proceedings, on which he said, "that he sensibly felt and duly appreciated so distinguished a proof of their confidence." This remarkable unanimity ts well calculated to increase the high confidence already reposed in Mr. Partaking li Cinton, in many parts of the union. berally of the spirit and firmness of his illustrious relative, our late revered vice-president, with a high If cultivated mind and polished manners, his pre tensions, supported by the state of New York, are truly respectable. He is said to possess those qualities. in a super-eminent degree, that distinguished hiunele in the exercise of his executive functions for so many years; and he would, in the opinion of those who know him best, fill the presidential seat with much honor to himself and benefit to his country. His character, for several years past, has stood very high in many parts of Maryland. And the question being taken, that the house do now proceed to the consideration of the said resolution, it was decided in the negative. YEAS-Messrs. Baker, Basset, Bleecker, Boyd, Breckenridge, Brigham, Champion, Chittenden, Davenport, Ely, Emott, Fitch, Goldsborough, Jackson, Key, Law, Lewis, Livingston, Macon, Milnor, Mosely, Nelson, Pearson, Pitki dolph, Reed, Rodman, Stanford. Stuart, Sturges, Sullivan, Taggar, Tallmadge, Tracey, White, Williams, Wilson-37. NAYS-Messrs. Alston, Anderson, Archer, Bard, Bartlett, Bibh, Blackledge, Brown, Butler, Calhoun, Cochran, Clopton, Condit, Crawford, Davis, Dawson, Desha, Djusmoore, Earle, Findley, Fisk, Hawes, Hyneman, Johnson, King, Lacock, Lefevre, Little, Kent, Gholson, Goodwyn, Green, Grandy, B. Hall, O. Hall, Harper, Lowndes, Lyle, Moore, McCoy, McKee, McKim, Metcalf, Mitchill, Richardson, Ringgold, Rhea, Roane, Roberts, Sage, Saminons, Merrow, New, Newton, Ormsby, Pickens, Piper, Pleasants, Pond, Seaver, Sevier, Seybert, Shaw, G. Smith, J. Smith, Strong, Talia ferro, Troup, Turner, Whitehill, Winn, Wright-72. The usual hour of adjournment having arrived, the house adjourned to Monday. Monday, June 2.-Mr. Newton presented the petition of certain ation of the inhabitants of that island, and praying permission to Spaniards lately arrived from Teneriffe, stating the distressed situ export provisions. Mr. N. stated! that the petition itself contained other sources. The petition, &c. were ordered to lie on the table. contradictions; and that its statements were contradicted from Mr. Poindexter offered the following resolution Resolved, by the senate and house of representatives of the Uni States of America in congress assembled, That the legislature of the state of Georgia be, and they hereby are, requested to give tory, provided, in the opinion of congress, a division of that territo their assent to the formation of two states in the Mississippi terriry inay hereafter be deemed expedient. If, according to the line we have chalked out for Mr. P. said, that it would be recollected, that the senate had ourselves, it were consistent to express a wish on postponed the bill for the erection of the territory of Mississippi the ensuing presidential election, we would say, (speaking of men as their conduct at present appears to a state. The basis of that decision was, that it was expedi to merit, and wishing to prevent confusion and disent to form two states out of that territory, which could not be order in the ranks of the interest of which we as done without the consent of the legislature of the state of Georindividuals form a part)-it were well, that De Wit gia, which he therefore wished to obtain. Clinton had been nominated vice-president of the United States, with a view to his succeeding Mr. dison at the end of four years, if so long the present power predominates--though we respect and reverence the old patriot Langdon, named for that place, by the meeting at Washington. The resolution lies on the table. The engrossed bill supplemental to the act for dividing the Las time and passed. diana territory imo two separate governments, was read a third Mr. Quincey said, that by the provisions of certain laws now in authorised to send home vessels and seamen left destitute in foreign existence, the consuls and vice consuls of the United States were a certain price if it should not exceed ten dollars for each man,ports, and that masters of vess. Is were obliged to receive them at It had been found, however, in certain cases, that the expense far exceeded that allowance; and, from certain expressions in the law, the former comptroller did decide that a sum greater than partment of state. The course of proceeding in such cases, has ten dollars per manmight be allowed for such service, by the des been regulated by that decision. A new comptroller, however, had cluded the allowance of more than ten dollars. This decision, given a different decision, and had considered that the law pres which the comptroller had grounded on the positive expression of ceived would operate oppressively to the citizen. Under these eirthe statute, although it might be correct, the secretary of state concumstances, he moved the following resolution: It is probable that some who denounce the cau cus at Washington will approve that at Albany, and vice versa. One nomination is just as legitimate as the other; and the right of either meeting to select and name a candidate will not be reasonably questioned. Every attempt to excite animosities on account of them, or either of them, should be zealously discountenanced, particularly such as are Resolved, That a committee be appointed to enquire whether founded on geographical distinctions." If the coming state of things, a state yet untried since any alterations are requisite in the several acts relative to consuls that they have leave to report by bill or otherwise. The resolution was adopted. the organization of our government, is not calcuand vice consuls, and for the protection of American seamen, and Jated to promote union, let our differences manifest we have one common object--the welfare of the republic, and the defeat of its foes. On motion of Mr. Wright, the house resolved itself into a committee of the whole, Mr. Nelson in the chair, on the bill for the recovery, protection and indemnification of American seamen. After the bill was read through, BUSHROD WASHINGTON, Esq. one of the judges Mr. Clay (the speaker) made's motion for the committee to of the supreme court of the United States, his also rise. He objected to some of the provisions of the bill, though die gentleman from Maryland whether, as it was in contemplation to been named as a suitable candidate for the presi-applauded and fully coincided in its object. He submitted to the Itake a measure still more strong, and which would supersede the dency. -PUBLIC DOCUMENTS. necessity of the present, they ought not to suspend the decision of been given by his majesty's commanding officer on the weaker measure till the other was disposed of. At the same! possible. time, he pledged himself, for one, if the stronger ineas are should the Halifax station, to the reclamations in similar The committee then rose, reported progress and obtained leave SECRET SITTING. A message was received from the president of the United States, Monday, June 2.-The house sat about half an hour with closed (For Thursday's proceedings see last page.) Public Documents Laid before congress on Monday last. MR. FOSTER TO MR. MONROE. Washington, April 15, 1812. SIR-I have the honor to acquaint you, that, in addition to those seamen belonging to his majesty's (Signed) AUG. J. FOSTER. MR. MONROE TO MR, FOSTER. soon after the date of your letter of April 15, relaDepartment of state, May 30, 1812, SIR-Having had the honor to confer with you tive to a deserter from his Britannic majesty's ship the remarks which I then made on the subject. I of war the Gleanor, it is unnecessary to repeat here shall only observe that none of the men who deserted from that vessel had any encouragement to do it from the constituted authorities of the United States, or of the state of Maryland. If they receiv ed such encouragement from any of our citizens, it is a cause of regret; but it is an act not cognizable by our laws any more than it is presumed to be by those of Great Britain. place last year from an American frigate in an It is proper to state that a similar desertion took English port, in which no redress was afforded. It of which refused to surrender him on being rewas the more remarkable, as the deserter took refuge on board a British ship of war, the commander quested to do so. British ships of war, of which you desire a list, has Your proffered exertions to procure the discharge of native American citizens, from on board not escaped attention. It is impossible for the United States to discriminate between their native and naturalized citizens, nor hired armed ketch Gleanor, mentioned in my re presentation to you of the 30th ultimo, who lately received protection in the violation of their engagements, or were seduced from the service of his majesty by citizens of the United States, I have since been informed by lieutenant Green, her commander, of another subject of his majesty who was also induced to leave his majesty's service, in consequence of encouragement to that effect from the inhabitants of Annapolis. Such instances, siy, of improper attempts made ought your government to expect it, AS IT MAKES NO on the part of citizens of the United States to de-office a list of several thousand American seamen prive his majesty's ships, even when employed in who have been impressed into the British service, the diplomatic intercourse between the two coun-for whose release applications have, from time to tries, of their seamen, will serve in conjunction time, been already made. Of this list a copy shall with many others in my power to quote, and per- be forwarded you, to take advantage of any good haps in your remembrance, to shew, that if the offices you may be able to render. SUCH DISCRIMINATION ITSELF. There is in this I have, &c. Signed, J. MONROE. MR. MONROE TO MR. RUSSEL. United States have reason at times to complain of irregularities in his majesty's officers, in undesignedly taking their seamen, mistaking them for their own, we have occasionally also reason to make) complaint of our seamen engaged on national service, and known as British subjects, being seduced from their allegiance by citizens of the U. States with circumstances of aggravation and insult high-Barlow, who is appointed to represent the United ly irritating. States at Paris, as their minister plenipotentiary, Department of state, July 27, 1811. SIR-This letter will be delivered to you by Mr. Although, sir, it has unfortunately not as yet You will deliver to him the papers in your possesbeen found practicable by our governments to agreesion, and give him all the information in your pow. to such arrangements as might preclude the possi-er, relative to our affairs with the French governbility of events taking place so calculated to pro-ment. duce vexation on either side, I cannot however The president has instructed me to communicate but hope that the government of the United States to yon his approbation of your conduct in the dismay find some means to prevent a recurrence of charge of the duties which devolved on you as similar irregularities on the part of their citizenscharge d'affaires at Paris, after the departure of geand I assure you, sir, that, as hitherto, so at all neral Armstrong, which I execute with pleasure. times, whenever you claim any persons on board of As an evidence of this confidence and favorable any of his majesty's ships, as native American citi disposition, he has appointed you to the same trust zens, no exertion shall be wanting on my part to in London, for which I enclose you a commission. procure their discharge; and ↑ will add, that it it is hoped, that it may suit your convenience to rewould afford me very high satisfaction to be now pair to that court, and to remain there till a minis. furnished by you with a list of all those whom you ter shall be appointed, which will be done as soon can claim as such, in order that I might use every as the congress convenes. effort in my power to obtain their immediate re Mr. Barlow to France will pass on to some port in lease The frigate which takes the secretary of the treasury relative to our deht in Holland, to execute a particular instruction from that country, She will then return to France, and You need not, I am sure, sir, be reminded by me of the prompt attention which has invariably take you to such English port as may be most convenient to you. Britain only, whose markets are already surcharged with their productions. Your services in France would have given you such knowledge of your duties at London, that I shall not go into detail in this communication respecting them. It is wished and expected that you and Mr. Barlow will communicate fully on the subject of your respective duties, and co operate to- "It will be highly satisfactory to learn that a gether in the measures which are deemed necessary change in the policy of Great Britain shall have to promote the just objects of the United States taken place, and it is expected that you will avail with the countries in which you will respectively yourself of every opportunity, and particularly of represent them. the return of this vessel, to communicate the most "The United States are therefore reduced to the dilemma either of abandoning their commerce, or of resorting to other means more likely to obtain a respect for their rights. Between these alternatives there can be little cause for hesitation. Extract of of a letter from Mr. Russell to the Secretary of State, dated London, 22d Nov. 1811. You will receive a copy of the notes of Mr. Fos- full and correct information on the subject. ter on several important topics, and my answers to "The Hornet will land a messenger in France, them, particularly on the British orders in council, who takes despatches to our minister in Paris, after the possession taken by the United States of which she will proceed to England and land there certain parts of West Florida, and the late ena messenger with despatches to you. It is desired counter between the United States' frigate the that you will hurry her return to France with the President and the British sloop of war the Little greatest expedition possible, from whence she will Belt. It is hoped that the British government will hasten to the United States. proceed to revoke its orders in council, and thus restore in all respects, the friendly relation which] would be so advantageous to both countries.-] The papers relative to West Florida shew the ground on which that question rests. The affair of the Little Belt cannot excite much feeling, it is presumed, in England: The chase was begun by the British captain-he fired the first shot and the first broad side; to which it may be added, that the occurrence took place near our coast, which is sometimes infested by vessels from the West Indies, without commission, and even for piratical purpo ses. It seems to be a right inseparable from the Our conversation was of a very general characsovereignty of the United States to ascertain the ter, and did not embrace with precision any of the character and nation of the vessels which hang on questions in agitation between the two countries. their coast. An inquiry is ordered into commodore His lordship once observed, that he hoped, in the Rodgers' conduct, at his request, for the purpose course of five or six weeks, we might have some of establishing all the facts appertaining to this oc-amicable discussion with each other. currence. You will be allowed an outfit for Paris, and half an outfit to take you to London. Should you by any circumstance be unable to proceed to London, which would be a cause of regret, you will be so good as to transmit, by a special messenger, the papers forwarded for you to Mr. Smith, who, in that event will remain there. You will receive enclosed a letter to Mr. Smith, to be delivered to him in case you go to London, as it is wished that your removal to London should not be imputed to a want of due respect for him. I have the honor, &c. &c. JAMES MONROE. Jonathan Russell, Esq. &c. &c. "I have the honor to inform you that I reached London on the 12th of this month, and on the 15th waited on the marquis Wellesley, in pursuance to his appointment. His lordship said it was very uncertain when he should be able to present me to the prince regent, as his royal highness had the day before met with an accident at Oatlands which might prevent his return to town for some time. "Until I am otherwise instructed, I shall confine myself here to the exercise of the ordinary duties of the legation. After the proof which has been already produced of the revocation of the French decrees, it would probably do no good for me to make a statement on that subject, especially, as I have nothing new to offer. Enough has already been said to convince those who were not pre-disposed to resist conviction. 66 • The Constitution left Portsmouth on the 21st inst. for Cherbourg." Extract of a letter from Mr. Russell to the secretary of State-dved Loudon, 23d Dec. 1811. "Since I wrote vou on the 22d ult. nothing new Extract of a letter from the Secretary of State to in relation to the United States, has occurred here. Mr. Russell, dated "Department of State, Nov. 27, 1811. Every thing remains in doubt with regard to a change of ministers, and much more so with regard to a change of measures. "I had lately the honor to transmit to you, a copy I have not heard from Mr. Barlow since I left of the president's message to congress at the com-France, and do not know if the Constitution has mencement of the session, and of the documents yet left that country. which accompanied it, so far as they were tien The newspapers I transmit you herewith, contain printed. In the papers now sent you will receive a the late occurrences, and to those I beg leave to complete copy of that highly interesting commui-refer you." cation. "You will see by these documents the ground Extract of a letter from Mr. Russell, charge d'af which has been taken by the executive, in conse- faires of the United States at London, to the Sequence of the new ground taken by Great Britain. cretary of State-anted The orders in council are considered as war on our London, 10th January 1811. Commerce, and to continue till the continental mar Mr. Taylor,the messenger by the United States' ket is opened to British products, which may not ship Hornet, arrived in town on the 3d of this be, pending the present war in Europe. The U. month, and delivered your despatches. I regret States cannot allow Great Britain to regulate their that I have nothing of a satisfactory nature to comtrade, nor can they be content with a trade to Great municate to you in return, relative to a change of system here. I have detained Mr. Tayloe a few out of their garrison without being completely ha days, as the opening of parliament, and the early rassed, surprised and cut to pieces, when their arms debates, might indicate the spirit and develope the are distributed amongst the insurgent Creoles, who views of the ministry with regard to us. stand greatly in want of them. "I have announced to the marquis Wellesley The miners employed in the mines of Zacateccas, that the messenger will leave London on the 14th St Louis de Potosi and Guanaxuato, have declined inst. and while I offered to take charge of any des- for the greater part to work for the former under. patches which his lordship might wish to transmit takers and proprietors, and are all in favor of a by him, I availed myself of the occasion to state the change. They chiefly continue to work at equal high satisfaction it would afford me to be able to portions amongst themselvs, in spite of the remon communicate to the American government by the strances made to them by the major Domos, who same opportunity, the repeal, or such modification are superintendants of the mines; and priests born of the orders in council violating the rights of the in Spain. The creole priests, who were like the United States, as would remove the great obstacle rest kept in the lower clerical situations, encourage to free intercourse and perfect harmony between the prevalent desire to shake off the yoke of the the two countries. I do not, however, flatter my- European Spaniards. In spite of the number and self that this suggestion will produce the desired effect." Extract of a letter from Mr. Russel, to Mr. Munroe, dated great severities used by the European Spaniards, the act of independence of the provinces of Terra Firma, done at Carthagena, 11th November last year, has found its way into these provinces, by traLondon, Jan. 14, 1812. vellers from Vera Cruz; copies of it are every "Since I had the honor to address you via Liver where transcribed with enthusiasm. Through the pool on the 10th of this month, I have received no means of traders from Natchitoches, copies of the communication from this government. resolutions of congress respecting the revolution of The expectation of a change of ministry, which the Spanish provinces, have likewise found their was confidently entertained a few weeks since, ap-way here-great pains are taken by the creoles to pears to have vanished, and hope of the extinguish- circulate them. For want of printing presses they ment of the orders in council is very much dinin-are copied by the itinerant monks, and posted up ished." by the creoles to animate their countrymen. As [We have not yet received the whole of this cor- far as I can learn, it is the intention of the princi respondence and, of course, cannot give it. There pal leaders of independence, as soon as they have does not appear any important or leading feature entirely driven all partizans of the former gove n contained in it. The series shall be concluded in ment out of the interior provinces of New Spain, our next.-ED. REG.] Revolution in Mexico. Extract of a letter from St. Antonia, in the province of Texas, dated 8th February, 1812. and the vice royalty, to assemble either at Zacatec cas or St Louis de Potosi, and to fix on a form of government: that of this moment is entirely military. Miscellaneous. The party that still adheres to the old principles USEFUL INVENTION.- - Mr. Schultz has obtained of the Spanish colonial system, consisting chiefly a patent from the United States for a hydrane of persons born in Old Spain, and some other cha machine, by means of which water can be raised, racters either connected with or depending upon as well in running, as in still water or ponds, appli them,is losing ground every day.-Even the priests, cable to the turning of mills of every description, who formerly sanctioned every arbitrary measure, to supply cities with water, without the assistance desert them. The party of the Creoles is rapidly of steam engines, or any other very expensive agents, increasing. Hitherto, governor Herrera, of this to water meadows, drain lands, extinguish fires, place, jointly with governor Salcedo, of Chihuahua, &c. He has also obtained a patent, for a hydralic in the province al New Biscay, together with the boat, for the transportation of goods, ferry or pas Viceroy of Mexico, and the different intendants of sage boat, &c. and which is propelled against the the interior provinces, and the vice-royalty, endea stream or current, without stream engine or any voured to persuade the people that Ferdinand VII. other expensive agents. would be immediately restored to his throne, the NATURAL HISTORY.-It is generally known, that French be driven from the Peninsula, and the for the state of the atmosphere has a visible effect upon mer order of things restored. But gradually Fer certain animals; and that for instance, cats, dogs, dinand VII. is lost out of sight, as a phantom that frogs, hogs &c. have a very strong presentiment of has no political existence, and the oppression of every change preparing in it. It has been discoverthe government obliges the people of this province ed that the spider possessed this quality in a more to shake off their former yoke entirely. General eminent degree than all other animals, and is pecuRyon has collected a formidable army, chiefly caval liarly fit to serve as an unerring barometer. These ry, consisting of Creoles, born in the interior pro- insects have two different ways of weaving their vinces. His head-quarters were according to the webs, by which we can know what weather we are last accounts, at the Hacienda St. Lorenzo, in the to have When the weather inclines to turn rainy province of Coquilla, by which position he has or windy, they make the principal threads, which made himself complete master of the defiles through are the foundation, as it were, of their whole web, which the principal roads from Mexico to Santa-Fe very short and rather thick; whereas they spin and to Munteirey rur, so that he has in a measure them much longer when fine and warm weather is cut off Salcedo and his party, and likewise Herre- to be expected. Thence it appears clearly, that ra and his corps from all aid which they could de- the spiders have not only a near, but also a distant rive from the provinces of the vice-royalty. The presentiment of the changes which are preparing communication between this place and Montalovez in the air. The barometer foretels the state of the Durango and from there to Mexico, is entirely in weather with certainty only for about twenty-four tercepted. The king's presidios dare not to venture hours, whereas we may be sure, that the weather will Massachusetts.-The votes for governor have been 104,156 52,078 be fine 12 or 14 days when the spider makes the prin cipal threads of its web long. How fortunate is it, therefore,that provident nature,amongst other gifts, also has bestowed upon the cultivator of the earth such a cheap instrument,upon the sensibility and infallibility of which, with regard to the impending 51,326 votes. changes in the atmosphere, he can rely. The baromet-duly elected. Last year the votes were--for Mr. ers are frequently very fallible guides, particularly Gerry 43,328; for Mr. Gore, 40,142: the increase when they point to settled fair; whereas the work of votes is nearly 20,000. Mr. Strong had 52,696 votes, and Mr. Gerry Mr. Holmes (rep.) 423 290 of the spider fails to give certain information. This Mr. Dana (rep.) has been elected speaker of the insect, which is one of the most economical ani- senate by a large majority-and Mr. Bigelow (fed.) msls, does not go to work nor expend such great was chosen speaker of the house of representatives length of threads, before the most perfect equilibrithe votes were um of all the constituent part of the air indicates For Mr. Bigelow with certainty that this great expenditure will not be in vain. Let the weather be ever so bad, we may conclude with certainty that it will not last long, and soon change for settled fair, when we see the spider repair the damages which his web has received in consequence of a temporary gust of wind. The Chronicle. BALTIMORE, June 6. The whole number of members present seven hundred and thirteen, and majority for Mr. B. 133. A very destructive hail storm took place on 13th May, in various parts of Anne-Arundel and Prince George's counties. In some places the hail was drifted against the fences to the height of four or five feet, and remained for several days-on some farms not an out-house was left standing. Some of the hail stones measured more than six inches in circumference. London papers to the 27th of April, have been received at Boston. It is stated that the catholic The detachment of militia, ordered by the president of the United States into actual service, from the state of Ohio, (a wilderness 25 years ago) con- question has been decided in the house of lords in sisting of 1200 men, cavalry, riflemen and infantry, favor of the petitioners by a majority of 72. These are already in the field, completely equipped! A papers contain nothing else of importance except body of as brave, gallant and hardy young men as the articles headed orders in council," see page ever were assembled. This detachment is compos 229; to which the attention of our readers s ed entirely of volunteers; their number was made invited. up in a few days. With the exception of the supe-lost in the splendor of the Regent. He lives-a The old king of Great Britain appears entirely rior officers, they are principally men in the very prime of life; able and capable of doing any thing-that men can do to avenge their country. At this date they are, probably, encamped at Detroit. They den has been tempted by the former to send 35,000 were to be joined by the 4th United States regiment, and other regular troops about to descend troops into Germany; for which she was to have the Ohio from Pittsburg. Finland, lately wrested from her, restored by Russia, and also receive a slice of that country as far as the Ladago. Six thousand men from Kentucky were expect ed to unite with this force. The whole to be under general Hull, a gentleman of high reputation, who has the command of the Western army. Our hearts are still sickened with the details of murders by the Indians. But the time is at hand when they shall cease. It is in Upper Canada, with the British, at Malden and Amhersburg, that the Indian war is to be closed. And, if we mistake not, general Hull will soon give them such a talk as shall convince the white and red savages that their murders may not be committed with impunity. The secretary of the navy is advertising for large supplies of live oak and white oak timber, to be de livered at the navy yards at Washington, New York, Boston, or Portsmouth. madman. A treaty of alliance offensive and defensive has been concluded between France and Austria. Swe By an arrival at Boston from Pernambuco, we learn, that the Buenos-Ayreans and Monte Videans have united their forces, and declared war against the prince regent of Portugal, who, but a short time ago, sent an army into their country to aid the latter in defending themselves from the former! The joint forces are said to be in Brazil, and to have taken Rio Grand-South and St. Catherine. It is further stated that they contemplated an at tack on Rio de Janeiro, and that there was not the least doubt of their conquering the Portuguese. This is, indeed, the age of revolutions! The prince regent is a weak and miserable creature, too indo lent, and too ignorant to confer those great benefits dence in it. on the country that were anticipated from his resi A vessel has arrived in the Delaware under Bri Colonel SELBY-one of the heroes of King's Mountain,-is a candidate for the chief magistracy of Kentucky" provided, the United States are in tish colors, from Laguira, in ballast, with passet volved in war"-thinking that,in such a case, he may gers, baggage and specie. The passengers are 17 do "the state some service." There appears no in number, men, women and children, who escap doubt of his election if he permits his name to be led with what they could save frem the ruins of C4offered to his fellow citizens. raccas and Laguira. The Briti-h captain was ig The military spirit beats high in Kentucky--as norant of our laws, until his vessel was taken prssoon as the requisition of the president was known at Lexington, and before the governor's orders reached that place, a company of volunteers of 100 men was formed. They immediately equipped them selves, and were prepared to march to the lakes. to the plains of Abraham, or the consecrated field of Tippecanoe." It appears that this state will fur mish her quota entirely of volunteers. session of by an officer from the United States' brig Argus, at anchor off New Castle. All the passergers were landed by order of the captain of the brig and permitted to carry with them their baggag and specie, except one gentleman who had $20,136 in specie, which was seized. The money was deposited, by the marshal of the district, in the bank, Ito abide a legal decision. If the preceding is a just |