Legislature of Connecticut. GOVERNOR'S MESSAGE. Gentlemen of the council, Mr. Speaker, and Gentlemen of the house of representatives. From sources of information collected at dif ferent times, and from continued reflections, my mind is convinced that the effects of the present system are far more injurious than can have been generally supposed; and as illustrations of this opinion, I submit the following observations to your state, I found myself on my return almost a stranger ed that an assessment of sixty dollars in the geneIn respect to the capitation tax, it may be observ. in the land of my fathers; and, till a recent period, I should have deemed no event more inprobable than ral list, is equal to that on twenty four acres of the that which has rendered it my duty to address you or Middlesex; or to that on forty-eight acres of the from this place. best alluvion meadow in the counties of Hartford You, gentlemen, are all witnesses that the public best meadow land in any other part of the state; suffrages have not been influenced by my solicita- or to that on one hnudred and seventy-five acres of the best wood or timbered land in the vicinity of tions and exertions; neither ought I to attribute the invaluable proof of the confidence of my fellow our navigable waters; or to that on a first rate citizens, which at this time demands my grateful new brick or stone house containing twelve fire acknowledgements, to personal favor. If, indeed, places, in either of our cities; that deducting, aciny countrymen have been in some degree influ-cording to a moderate estimate, the cost of clothenced in their choice, by a favorable estimate of ing and other necessary personal expences, the anthe services I have performed in various stations, nual contributions of a laboring man without prostill it is my duty to acknowledge, that those ser. Perty, are, on a medium calculation for the state, vices were commenced and continued under the equal to one sixteenth part of his income. Other taxes, which affect farmers of the midguidance of illustrious men, who were among the founders of our nation; and that to the wisdomdling condition, are not dissimilar in their operation. Their horses and oxen employed in agriculture, of their precepts, whatever has appeared most meritorious in my conduct, ought chiefly to be cannot be regarded as more eligible objects of referred. It is sufficient honor for me to have taxation, than ploughs, harrows, and other instruobtained their confidence and approbation. Dis-ments of husbandry, the tools of a mechanic, or the claiming all pretensions to a participation of their library of a lawyer, or physician. Though all these glory, I cannot omit to express the reverence I en articles have an intrinsic value, yet whenever they tertain for those sages, whom no artifices could are sold, they must be immediately replaced. deceive, no temptations seduce, no dangers inti-Distinctly considered, they are objects of expence midate. Their names have been already inscribed rather than of profit, being merely aids to that skill on the imperishable tablets of history, and in now and industry by which income is accumulated, tendering my homage to those, who, by divine and without which, neither can be exerted with favor, were instrumental in achieving our indepenThe same observations are applicable with equal dence, and establishing our government, I presume that I perform a duty, which will be repeated by force to the produce of dairies, tillage, and the every future generation with increasing gratitude. growth of stock on a farm, so far as these increIn attempting to perform the duty of inviting ments are required for the support of a family.your attention to such subjects, as in my judgment with the exception of persons reduced to absolute The physical wants of persons are so equal, that require the consideration of the legislature, I am not insensible of the peculiar delicacy of my situa- slavery, the consumption of those articles which tion, arising not only from inexperience, but from constitute the common food of the people, must althe want of precise information respecting the ways be in proportion to the number, rather than actual situation of our public affairs. While I rely the wealth of different families. Hence it is has with confidence on the wisdom and intelligence of been regarded as an axiom in finance, that taxes those whom I have the honor to address, I entreat levied on the consumption of the necessaries of life, that the opinions I advance, may be considered as are nearly equivalent to uniform taxes on persons without reference to property. the sincere convictions of my mind, declared under a deep sense of those obligations of duty and Although the object is of minor importance, yet gratitude which bind me to my country. At the the operation of the assessment on fire places, is same time it is my ardent desire, that the conse- very unequal. In our climate, three fire places are quences of any misapprehensions of the true in- occasionally necessary to the comfortable accomterests of our constituents, which I may have in-modation of every family. According to our sysvoluntarily entertained, may be obviated by a tem, the tax is not imposed on the building as an index of the wealth or income of the occupant, but rigorous examination. success. As the ancient system of taxation established in on all fire places whether used or not and with rethis state, has ceased to be adapted to the circumference to the condition of the building as being stances of the people, I recommend that measures new or decayed. Hence it must frequently happen, be adopted, with a view to a deliberate, and sys- that the cottage of a man in very moderate circumtematical revision. To this end, the formation of stances, will be subject to a higher assessment than statements, exhibiting in detail the component the ancient, but comfortable mansion of his opulent articles which form the general list, both in reneighbor. spect to the state, and the particular Townships, The assessment on mills, machinery and manuwith accounts of the annual contributions of the peo- factures; on commercial investments; on the profits ple for every purpose, distinguishing the permanent resulting from trades, professions, and employfrom the extraordinary expenditures, appear to be expedient. In forming a new system which must affect every individual, it is proper to combine every resource of information, and to possess data, by which the effect of every principle may be fairly estimated. ments, and on monies loaned on interest, are in my opinion, liable to the most decisive objections. Unless they are imposed according to uniform and merely nominal rates, for the purpose of collecting statistical information, they are necessarily arbitrary and unequal. So far as they have any operation, they tend to depress talents, skill, and industry; judges of the supreme judicial courts, should hold they expose individuals to odious investigations their offices, during good behavior, with salaries ade and comparisons, and serve to expel capital from quate to their independent support, and that they should never be permitted to exercise the functions the state. It is an obvious policy of this state, to limit, by of legislators. all reasonable means, those emigrations which The experience of every age has demonstrated, menace our resources. Fortunately for the people, that no science can be improved and perfected, unthis object can be attained by the alluring influ-less its interests are confided to the protection of a ences of interest and affection only. These may particular profession. The science of law, as it be manifested by exonerating industry and skill comprehends a knowledge of the human character, from partial burdens, and by encouraging the free and the rights and duties of individuals, in every sicirculation of capital and credit. In proportion to tuation, and under every modification of society, the improvements in the arts, and the progress of ought to be cherished with peculiar attention.civilization, the interests of the community become Though no controversies have ever existed respectinvolved. Our state of society has already acquired ing the general principles of moral and social obligasuch a degree of maturity, that agriculture, com- tion, yet the regulations of every free and civiliz merce and the mechanic arts, have become mutual ed state, must be numerous, complicated, and artisupports and dependencies, which must flourish or ficial, and the knowledge and proper application of decay together. Each of these interests are equally them, must require faculties of the mind which are affected by those laws by which contracts are form- rarely combined. Whenever the laws become fluc ed and adjusted, and to all, an exact adherence to tuating and arbitrary, they cease to be rules proper justice, as the only basis of a firm credit, are equally for the direction of free citizens; and whenever their essential. Owing to the subdivisions of real pro. expositors are influenced in their decisions by the perty, the farmers, hitherto the most independent veering gales of party politics, the lives, liberties, class of citizens, cannot pursue their business to and property of the people are rendered insecure. advantage, without a pecuniary capital, or an oc. Moreover, history informs us, that disorders in the casional resort to credit. Some estates are best administration of justice, are, of all political evils, adapted to tillage; others for pasture; and in a third, the least susceptible of redress. winter forage is most abundant. Hence arises the necessity for mutual credits, or the use of capital which may be fairly purchased but which will retire from the influence of legal coercion. Prior to the close of the revolutionary war, the judges of the supreme court were generally, if not invariable, designated from among themembers of the council. In May, 1784, a law was enacted by The mechanic arts have sometimes been repre. which the office of a judge of the superior court was sented as unfavorable to public morals. If instances declared to be incompatible with a seat in the legis can be adduced where artizans have become a de- lature, or in congress. It was, however, at the same graded class of men, the causes of their depression time provided that the judges should thereafter hold are to be discovered in political regulations which their offices, during the pleasure of the general ashave restrained their liberty and reduced them to sembly. The separation of the judicial and legisla poverty. The nature of their employments mani- tive functions has remained complete; yet as the festly tends to a different result. It is in the work commissions of the judge: have been limited to a shop, that habits of order and attention to the ef single year, the security, and, perhaps, dignity of fects of intelligent design are necessarily cultivated; their stations have been somewhat impaired. and that fidelity, economy, and mutual co-operation, It is conceded that the legislature of this state, are discovered to be duties of indispensable obliga has hitherto recognized the principles which appear as fundameutal articles in most of the AmeriThe freedom with which I have thought it my du- can consti utions, by admitting in practice, that the ty to disclose my sentiments respecting the opera-judges are, in equity, entitled to re-appointments tion of the existing system of taxation, upon the in- during good behaivour, or the continuance of their terests of a great proportion of our constituents, ability to lischarge the duties of their respective might, if my motives were unexplained, expose me trusts. Still there is a manifest distinction between to the effects of impressions, which self-respect re- the tenure of an office during the pleasure of the quires me to obviate. It is now more than twenty general assembly, and a tenure for a single year. In years, since I presented a report to the house of re- the one case, the office is defeasible by a majority presentatives of the U. States, in which the exhaust- of one branch of the legislature, while in the other, ing effects of unequal systems of taxation in several the concurrence of both branches is necessary to of the states, especially in New England, were dis- effect a removal. tion. tinctly described. The opinions then expressed were As the principles of the act of 1784, in effect, ap. not dissimilar from those now submitted to your proximate to those declared in the constitutions of consideration. As the principles of that report Massachusetts and several of the other states; as the were approved by congress, and as the benefits of sanctuary of justice cannot be rendered too secure the consequent system, in equalizing the public and especially as our bench is, at this time, adorned contributions, have since been demonstrated by ex- with judges distinguished for learning, talents, and perience, I consider that I may fairly claim to be ex-purity of character, I presume that no period more empted from any suspicion of motives arising from unexceptionable than the present, can be expected my present situation if I earnestly recommend a rule to occur, for the restoration of provisions of the highof taxation which has received the sanction of the est importance to the present generation and to posUnited States, to which I would add a few objects terity. of assessment, connected with our local circumstan- There are no subjects respecting which the sences as being best adapted to promote the interests sibility of freemen is more liable to be excited to of the public impatience, than in regard to the rights of conThere are I believe, no principles in which the science, and the freedom of suffrage. So highly friends of civil liberty have more generally concur- do the people prize these privileges, that they red, and in respect to which their opinions have have sometimes ascribed to unfriendly motives, tobeen more emphatically pronounced, than that wards particular sects and denominations, such re gulations as were sincerely intended to secure an It is the policy of every wise state; to consider equality of rights to every portion of the communi- well its situation and resources, and by systematical ty. Whenever the public inind appears to be con- arrangements, to acquire and maintain, some honorasiderably agitated on these subjects, prudence re- ble distinction among its neighbors, founded on a quires that the legislature should review its mea- principle the least exposed to depression. In whatsure, and by reasonable explanations or modifica-ever relates to education, or the means of unfoldtions of the laws, restore public confidence and ing and directing the human faculties, to objects connected with the great interests of society, pretranquility. Happily for us, the principles which must govern sent and future, this state has nothing to apprehend all deliberations on these subjects, are neither ab. from external competitions and rivalships. It canstruse nor uncertain. It is the right and duty of not be a question whether all our existing instituevery man, publicly and privately, to worship and tions ought to be maintained, but in what degree adore the supreme creator and preserver of the uni- and in what manner they can best be invigorated, verse, in the manner most agreeable to the dictates extended, and directed to new objects of public of his own conscience: and no man or body of men utility. It is certain that no fame can be so durahave, or can acquire, by acts of licentiousness, im- ble, as that which would arise from the possession piety or usurpations, any right to disturb the public of institutions, for the cultivation of the human peace, or control others in the exercise of their re-intellect of acknowledged pre-eminence; and in ligious opinions or worship. proportion to our success in obtaining this distincThough the gospel of Christ, like the ark of God, tion, will be the extension of an influence more does not require the support of human strength, brilliant and useful, than under any which can be yet it is conducive to good order, piety, and mo- derived from accumulations of wealth or territorial rality, that public teachers of religion should be dominion, A general view of the circumstances of the state, designated, and that laws providing efficient remedies for enforcing the voluntary contracts of the presents subjects for consideration which require people for their support, should be instituted and grave, united, and patriotic councils, founded on a just estimate of our situation. In the salubrity of constantly maintained, In respect to the most suitable mode of support- our climate; in the fertility of our soil; in our ing the ministers of religion, there has existed facilities for external and internal commerce; in the some diversity of opinion among different denomina- extent and variety of our industry and skill; and in tions of Christians. That by fixed salaries, has been the intellectual endowments and energies of the and probably will continue to be, most generally people, we may securely confide; but we cannot approved. In whatever mode the support is afford conceal the evidences every where present, that ed, the history of the church proves, that such has our wealth has diminished; that commerce has. been the attachment of the people to their pastors, declined; that agriculture languishes; and that the arising from the veneration for their virtues, grati factories, and mechanic arts, from which a great tude for the consolations they afford, and the utili-proportion of the people derive their support, are ty of their influence, when employed in promoting oppressed by the stagnation of markets and the peace and concord in society, that governments have deficiency of an uniform medium of exchange. Some of these embarrassments are not peculiar to inore frequently found it expedient to restrain, than to stimulate the public munificence. It may also this state, and are owing to the calamitous and imbe observed, that the great body of clergy, have poverished condition of other countries. The realways enjoyed the highest degrees of esteem, libe. dress of others, has, very properly been confided to rality, and influence, under governments of a po- our national councils, and from the operation of their pular form, and where the greatest equality of con- measures, relief is gradually extending among the people. Still much remains to be accomplished by dition has subsisted among the people. In regard to the manner in which the right of our collective and individual exertions, and much suffrage ought to be exercised, it may be remarked, may be hoped from those sanative principles inherent that not only the purity, but the freedom of the in free governments, which serve to apply the deficielective franchise, according to the dictates of pri-encies, or correct the errors of legislation. An investigation of the causes which produce the vate judgment appear to have been cautiously secured by our ancient institutions. As every freeman numerous emigrations of our industrious and enteris bound by a solemn oath, that he will give his prizing young men, is by far the most important votes and suffrages as in his conscience he judges subject which can engage our attention. We canwill conduce to the best good of the state, without not justly repine at any improvement of their conrespect of persons or favor of any man; as motives (dition. They are our relations and friends, who, in of friendship, personal favor and even private in-the honorable pursuit of comfort and independence, terest, are by this obligation, excluded from con- encounter voluntary toils and privations, and the sideration, it was inferred to be but reasonable, that success of their efforts, affords a most exhilirating the freemen, in forming their decisions with refer- subject for contemplation. Still it is certain that ence to the persons most suitable to fill offices of the ardour for emigration may be excessive, and honor or profit, should be exempted from those perhaps the time has arrived, when it will be wise conflicts of feeling, which personal solicitations, in those who meditate removals to compare the va the influence of office, or colissions of opinion, lue of what they must relinquish, with what they have a tendency to excite It must have been upon can expect to acquire; and to reflect, that schools, these principles, that the law has declared it to be churches, roads, and many other establishments a penal offence, merely to offer to a freeman a necessary to the comfort, preservation and dignity written vote without being previously solicited. of society, are appendages of real property in old The legislature will, in their wisdom, discern whe. states; and that in a comparative estimate, the exther any well founded complaints of the violation pences of forming these establishments anew, ought of these principles have arisen, in consequence of to be added to the first cost and other charges incithe present mode of exercising the right of suf. dent to new settlements. frage, and in that case, will doubtless apply the proper remedy. On our part it is important to consider whether every thing has been done, which is practicable, to render the people contented, industrious, and fru-pressed-a country growing in wealth, population gal; and if causes are operating to reduce any class and virtue, respected abroad and admired at home of citizens to a situation, which leaves them no al--at peace with all nations, and having entangling ternative but poverty or emigration, in that case to alliances with none-possessing a character for wisafford the most speedy relief. dom, valor and justice-our public burthens daily lessening, and our empire peaceably extending, with a rapidity unparalleled in the history of nations. I hope to be excused, if I express a decided conviction, that the success of the manufacturing esta: blishments of this country, is connected with our most essential interests. A state which is depen- Such, fellow-citizens, is the situation of our comdent on another, for clothing, arms, provisions, or mon country, at the time we are entrusted with the the instruments by which they must be procured, political destinies of Rhode-Island. Be it our care cannot be tranquil, and must be insecure. I have to preserve her rights in the participation of those no doubt that our advantages and resources for en- blessings. suring the complete success of these establish- Although the clangor, of arms during the late ments, are superior to those of any other people; conflict with Great Britain has not been heard at and I firmly believe that the embarrassments un- our immediate fire-sides, yet the citizens of this der which they labor, are temporary; and that they state have not been exempt from a share of the will diminish under the protection afforded them public burthens; they have, however, contributed by the national government, and the operation of their portion to the public wants, with a promptness powerful causes, which are developing in their fa- becoming freemen, determined to maintain inviovor. Still, owing to the stagnation of commerce late the principles declared by the sages of 1776. and exchange, the present is an interesting crisis; Though demagogues may have attempted to make and they now need all the patronage which can be a stalking-horse of the necessities of the times, the afforded them, by government, and public opinion. people have remained true to themselves and their All which I venture to recommend at present is, that country, and have kept in view its honor and inde until our system of revenue can be revised and equa-pendence. lized, that they may be exempted from assessments, The philanthropist will regret the frequent capitation taxes, and services in the militia; and recurrence of wars, which tend to impoverish and that as doubts have been excited, whether manu- demoralize society; but we should recollect they facturing establishments are consistent with the always spring from the degeneracy of man; and general policy of this state, that this question may that a defensive war is not only just but even nebe settled by a resolution, expressing the sense of cessary. The names of Greene, of Perry, of Allen, the legislature. and other heroes, by offering themselves in the Notwithstanding every embarrassment incident front of battle, in defence of their country's rights, to the present period, the rise, progress, and ac-have been seen covered with glory, and will ever be tual condition of this state, in connexion with the remembered by their grateful countrymen. American republic, affords just cause for patriotic It is true that peculiar occurrences have caused exultation. In particular, I desire to thank God, temporary embarrassment to some of our citizens; that my existence in this life has been allotted, dur. but is confidently hoped that the approaching seaing a period, distinguished by remarkable events, son will dispel them, and a plentiful harvest crown that I have constantly witnessed his protecting care their labors. of our beloved country; that I have seen the tree of According to the ancient usages of this state, the liberty, the emblem of our independence and union, present session of the legislature will be limited to while it was a recumbent plant, fostered by vigi-the election of officers for the ensuing year. In lance, defended by toil, and not unfrequently water. performing this part of our duty, I trust we shall ed with tears; and that by his favor, I now behold divest ourselves of all party animosities, and careit in the vigor of youthful maturity, standing pro- fully investigate and decide on the merits of the tected from violation, by the sound heads, glowing candidates by this criterion only-"Are they honest, hearts, and strong arms of a new generation, elevat-capable, and faithful to the constitution." ing its majestic trunk towards heaven; striking its On this occasion I cannot omit calling your parstrong roots in every direction through our soil; and expanding its luxuriant branches, over a powerful, united and prosperous nation. OLIVER WOLCOTT General Assembly, May session, 1817 Legislature of Rhode-Island. GOVERNOR'S MESSAGE. The honorable senate and house of representatives of the state of Rhode Island. It is the boast and pride of the citizens of the United States of America, that they alone of all the nations of the earth, are privileged in choosing whom they will, to watch over their affairs and to direct in their public councils. This inheritance was bequeathed us by our fathers, and we are bound to transmit the blessing, unimpaired, to posterity. ticular attention to the judiciary department of this state. Is the system perfect in all its parts? Does every man, according to our bill of rights, obtain justice, freely, completely, promptly and without delay? If on a review of this subject, amendments are deemed expedient, I would suggest for your consideration, whether the present time does not afford an opportunity. It is a fact, established by experience, that an enlightened and upright judiciary, constitutes a main pillar in the edifice of freedom. What avails the name of liberty, if our persons and property are unprotected either from violence, the law's delay, or an uncertainty of judicial opinions? On this first occasion of my addressing you, it may not be amis to give this public assurance, that at all times I will endeavor faithfully to administer the executive functions vested in me, and will cheerfully contribute my aid to any measure that may have for its object, the security of the lives, liberty and property of our fellow citizens; and to perpetuate the republican principles of our govern N. R. KNIGHT. In reviewing the political events of nations, we have much reason to be thankful to the supreme ruler of the universe, for casting our lot in this "New World," for here alone rational liberty is ment. enjoyed. Here we behold the asylum of the op May 8, 1817. Foreign Articles. ENGLAND, &c. English and French dates to April 21. American stocks at London, April 10-6 per tents. 102-103; 3 per cents. 61-613. The following is a copy of a circular letter from the secretary for the home department to the lords lieutenants of counties: "Whitehall, March 27, 1817. "MY LORD-As it is of the greatest importance to It is now said that lord Cochrane will proceed in prevent, as far as is possible, the circulation of a frigate, fully armed and manned, to South-Ame-blasphemous and seditious pamphlets and writings, rica-every thing fitted in the first stile. It is also of which, for a considerable time past, great num reported that the Spanish minister at the court of bers have been distributed about the country, I London has remonstrated against it, but it is stated have thought it my duty to consult the law officers of the crown, whether an individual, found selling, the British government are glad to get rid of him, or in any way publishing, such pamphlets or writand have waved the application. It is expressly said that he means to join his force to that of the ings, might be brought immediately before a juspatriots, and we are really glad that they are about tice of the peace, under a warrant issued for the purpose, to answer for his conduct. The officers, to receive such a powerful auxiliary. having accordingly taken this matter into their con sideration, have notified to me their opinion, that a justice of the peace may issue a warrant to apprehend a person charged before him, upon oath, with the publication of libels of the nature in question, and compel him to give bail to answer the charge. It is almost impossible to take up an English pa per without seeking an account of a man being hung, for one crime or another. The frequency of occurrences of this kind brings to recollection a saying attributed to the priest stationed at New gate. When the new drop was made, he, with others, went to examine the accommodations it afforded. One of the company thought the drop was not large enough-but the priest said he was of opinion "that six or seven might hang within its space very comfortably." Forty-six persons received sentence of death at the Lancaster assizes. A London paper of April 14 says "from fifteen to fifty capital convictions have taken place in almost every county." "Millions of seditious and blasphemous tracts have been spread among the lower classes." Eight of the "Luddites" received sentence of death, at the late Leicester assizes. A "frame. breaker" was sentenced to be transported for life. Those executed left behind them more than thirty children. Under these circumstances, I beg leave to call your lordship's attention very particularly to this subject; and I have to request, that if your lordship should not propose to attend in person at the next general quarter sessions of the peace to be holden in and for the county under your lordship's charge, you will make known to the chairman of such sessions the substance of this communication, in order that he may recommend to the several magistrates to act thereupon in all cases where any person should be found offending against the law beg leave to in the manner above mentioned. add, that persons vending pamphlets or other publications in the manner alluded to, should be considered as coming under the hawkers' and pedlars* act, and dealt with accordingly, unless they show that they are furnished with a license, as required The following is an extract from a handbill put in circulation at Manchester-possibly by the agents of government to frighten the people, and afford by the said act. I am, sir, &c. pretences for measures that could not be justified «To his majesty's lieutenant but upon some great emergency: of the county of Chester." SIDMOUTH. The British parliament adjourned from the 14th to the 17th of April, on account of the illness of the "Countrymen, the day of doubt and indecision is past! Treason and rebellion in open war, stand confessed! Perhaps before this reaches the public eye, the blood of civil strife, the blood of the in-Speaker. It is understood that the present parlianocent and the guilty, the blood of the traitor and It seems determined to lay a tax of 20 per cent. upon the peaceful citizen, have flowed in mingled tor: the property of absentees. ment will be dissolved at the close of the session. rents down the streets of some of the principal Four divisions, of about 150 men each, marched towns in the kingdom of England! Last night the into Manchester between 1 and 2 o'clock in the 30th of March, the night of Palm Sunday, was fixed upon a general rising and massacre, in further-night of the 11th April, with military exactness and silence. The nature or object of these parance of insurrection and open rebellion!" ties is not stated. Castlereagh was sick, at the date of our last aċ counts. We noticed in our last, the steady emigration from England to the United States. They who now come to as are chiefly of that class which once was The price of flour had further declined in Enthe pride and glory of England-the middle class, gland. the bone and sinew of any country fortunate enough It was expected that the income tax would be to have it, extensively; the poor, alas! cannot resumed to meet the exigencies of the government. change their residence-they are chained to the A war establishment, as to taxation, in time of soil more tightly than our negro slaves, and the peace. rich can "live any where." The prince regent.-The following is the conclud The suspension of the habeas corpus appears to ing paragraph of an address of "the bishop of the operate much more severely in Scotland than in En- diocese of Winchester; the reverend dean and pregland. Glasgow, Paisley, and other manufactur- bendaries of the cathedral church of Westminster, ing towns, suffer the most-"hardly a day passes with the other members of the said church, the without several arrests being made." Those sub-chancellor, and arch deacons of the said diocese, jected to it are dungeoned without examination, together with the clergy of the same," to the prince and excluded from any intercourse with each other regent on the late attack made on him: these reor their friends; who, indeed, do not know where verend folks have well subjected themselves to the 'they are. This is the far-famed "British liberty," "suspicion of being suspected of treason" by thus which formerly made the islanders always speak of making fun of wretched George Guelph the French as "slaves:" but that day has past, and John Bull says nothing on that subject. "We daily offer our prayers to God for the long continuance of those blessings, the fair prospect of |