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■ I ja . ■ ' Let b.irbarous nations whose inhuman m . love ■ Is wild desire, fierce as the suns thej 1 feel; ■ Let Eastern tyrants, from the light of fl heaven ■ gcclude tljgir bosom slaves, meanly pos m sessed ■ Ofa mere lifeless violated form— ■ While those w hom love cements in ho ip |y faith, ■ And equal transport, free as nature live, ■ pUdaining fear.” But once establish the principle o T thi< S poral and domestic censorship, and then ■ tell me where is it to begin? Where is it ■V end? Who shall bound? Who shall ■ preface it? By what hitherto undtsco- I verable standard, shall we regulate the ■shades between solemnity and levity?— ■Will you permit this impudent espion age upon your households; upon the hai- Kwed privacy of your domestic hours; <Jj ftr what purpose? Why, that the sedo ■erand the adulterer may calculate the ■curity of his cold-blooded libertinism! B-tliat he may steal like an assassin up ■i your hours of relaxation, and convert ■eraaps your confidence into the instru ment of your ruin! If this be once per mitted as a ground of justification, we Kay bid farewell at once to all the de Rightful intercourse of sociall life. Spurn ling as I do at this odious system of ur ■janized distrust, suppose the admission ■fiUde, that my client was careless, in- I 'discreet, culpable, if they will, jn his I domestic regulations, is it therefore to be I endured, that every abandoned burglar |si oulil seduce his .wife, or violate his Iduughter? Is it to be endured, that Mr. I Blake of all men should rely on such an ■ infamous and convenient extenuation 1 I He—-his friend, his guest, h s confidant, I lie who introduced a spotless sister to I this attainted intimacy; shall he say, I as Isociated with you hourly, I affected your ■familiarity for many years. I accompa nied my domesticated minister of reli- Igion to your family; I almost naturalized ■the nearest) female relative I had on earth, ■unsullied and unmarried as she was with iin your household: but—you fool—it was only to turn it ihto a brothel!! M erci - ful Gad, will you endure him when he tells you thus, that he is on the watch to prowl upon the weaknes of humanity, t'- audaciously solicits your charter lor sue libertinism? I have beared it asserted also, thai they mean to arraign the husband as . conspirator, because in the house of coo fidence and misfortune he accepted profered pecuniary assistance from fi man he thought his friend. It is true > did so; but so, I will say, criminal! careful was he of his interests that h gave him his bond, and made him issus an execution on that judgment, ream l be levied in a day, that in the wreck a Jl» the friend of his bosom should be ;• east indemnified. It was my impress), asleed.that under a lease of this nature imongst honorable men, so far from an privilege created, then ivas rather a peculiar delicacy incumber. Jn the hotior. I should, have thought s dill but fora frightful expression of on sf the Counsel on the motion, by wide Ikey endeavored not to trust a Dublin fury with this issue. What, exclaimed hey, in all the pride of their execrabh nstructions, “a poor plaintiff and a rich defendant! Is there nothing in that? No, if my clients shape does not belie hi species, there is nothing in that. I brav ed the assertion as a calumny on human nature—l call on you, if such an allega tion be repeated, to visit it with vindic tive and overwhelming damages? I woul. appeal, not to this civilized assembly, but to an horde of savages, whether it is possible for the most inhuman monster thus to sacrifice to infamy, his charact■> —lns wife—bis home—his children! In the name of possibility! deny it; in the name of humanity, 1 denounce if; in the name of our common country, and ou; common natui e, I implore of the Learned Counsel not to promulgate such a slan der upon both—but I need not do so; is the zeal of advocacy sbould induce them to the attempt, memory would array their happy homes before them—their little children would lisp its contradiction— their love—their hearts—their instruc tive feelings as fathers and as husbands, would rebel within them, and wither up theVhorrid blasphemy upon their lips. They will find it difficult to palliate such turpitude—l am sure I find it diffi ca,t to aggravate. It is in itself an hy perbole of wickedness. Honor, inno cence, friendship—all that is sanctified !! r lovely, or indearing in creation. — Ewen that hallowed, social, shall I not s ay indigenous virtue—that blessed hos- JWalit} —.which foreign envy could not Jay, or foreign robbery despoil—which yhen all else nad perished, cast a bloom •a our desolation, flinging its rich foliage ® v erthe national ruin, as if to hide the flwnument, while it gave a shelter to the Wourner—even that withered away be fore that pestilence! Butwhat d(?I say! virtue merely the victim of this a •■ulterer? -Worse, worse—it was -his in strument-even on the broken table of the decalogue did he whet the dagger for bis social assassination—What will you when I inform you, that a few wiQnths before he went deliberately to the baptismal fdnt with the waters of life to regenerate the infant that, too well could he avouch it, had been born in sin *ud he promised to teach it Christianity! And he promised to guard it against “the nesh!” And lest infinite mercy should overlook the sins iff its adulterous father, socking to make his Gvd bis pander, hp if tried to damn it even with the Sacra ment!!—bee then the horrible atrocity of f this case as it touches the defendant— oat how can yon count its miseries asat f taching to the plaintiff! He has suffered a pang the most agonizing to human sensi • Wl«ty—it has been indicted by his ti le, d, and inflicted beneath his roof—it com mences at a period which casts a doubt - on the legitimacy of his children, and to crown all, “upon him a sen isborn”even , since the seperation, upon whom every shilling of his estates lias entailed uy s settlement? AV hat compensation can re - 1 prise so unparalleled a sufferer! W hat t solitary consolation is there in reserve i tor him! Is it love? Alas there was one ■ whom he adored with ail Ihe heart’s idol : a try, and she deserted him. Isitfriend • ship? There was one of all the world’ c ho.n he trusted, and that one betraved • him. Is it society? The smile of others’ happiness appears but, the epitaph of his own. Is it solitude. Can he bo alone while memory, striking on the sepulchre of his i>eart, cans into existence the spectres of the past. Shall he tly lor re fuge to his “sacred home!” Every object there is eloquent of his ruin! Shall In seek a mournful solace in his children? Oh, he has no children—there is the, little favorite that she nursed, and there—there —even on its gmlteicss fatnres—there is the horrid smile of the adulterer!! O Gentlemen, am I this day the only Counsel of iny client! no—no—l am the ad\ ocate of humanity—of yourselves— your homes—your wives—your families —your little children; I am glad that tms case exhibits such atrocity; unmark ed as tt is by any mitigatory feature, it ma v stop the frightful advance of this ca lamity; it will be met now and marked 0 ito vengeance; if it be not; farewell to the virtues of your country; farewell to all confidence between man and man; farewell to that unsuspicious and recip rocal tenderness, without which mar riage is but a consecrated curse; if oaths ire to he violated; laws disregarded; friendship betrayed; humanity trampled; national and individual honour seined; ami that a jury of fathers, and of hus bands wall give such mi creancy a pass port to their homes, and wives and ■blighters; farewell to all that yet re aains of Ireland! But I will not cast uch a doubt upon the character of my country. Against the sneer of the foe, id the scepticism of the foreigner, 1 nil still point to the domestic virtues, that'ho perfidy could barter, and no bri ery can purchase, that with a Roman •age, at once embellish and consecrate ousehoMs, giving to the society of the ' earth all the purity of the altar, that • gering alike in the palace and thecot 'ge; are still to be found scattered over is land; the relic of what she was; the nirce perhaps of what she may bej the lone, and stately, and magnificent me morials, that rearing their majesty amid surrounding ruins, serve at once as the 'and marks of the departed glory, and tiie models by which the future may be rected. Preserve those virtues with a vestal fi ■elity; mark this day by your verdict, vour horror at their profanation, and be ieve me. when the hand which records that verdict shall be dust, and the tongue diatasks it traceless in the grave, many 1 happv home will bless its consequen ces, and many a mother teach her little child to hate the impious treason of adul tery. FOR SACFi, 70.00 b lbs. Prime GREEN COFFEE IN TIERCES AND BAGS. will be sold in lots to suit J V purchasers, for satisfactory Town Paper, at 4 and f> months, on applica tion to the subscriber, JOHN TAYLOR, AtM’Kenzie, Bennoch & Co. September 13 ts Carriages sGigs FOR SALE. HE subscriber has received an ad ditional supply of Gigs and Car riages of a superior quality, made by David Beach of Newark, and warranted good —They will be sold on accomm®- dat ng terms. ALSO—Several Doable Breasted COT TON GINS, of from 45 to 65 saws, made by Boatwright & Glaze.—apply to G. 11. Marshall. September 3. / ts Georgia, Richmond County. By Isaac Herbert, Clerk of the Court of Ordinary for said county. WHEREAS James Watson and Daniel Burnham, have applied . f,«r letters of administration on the es - tate and effects of Moses K. Brown, ■ late of said county deceased. , These are therefore to cite and admo nish all and singular the kindred and » creditors of said deceased, to file their • objections in my office (if any they have) I within the. time prescribed by law, otb i erwise letters of administration will be ! ‘granted to him. . 5 Given under my hand and S3al at of- I flee in the city of Augusta, this 17tb day , of September, 1817. * ; ISAAC HERBERT, Clerk. MMSjjM**—>w -.. AUGUSTA, SEPT. 17. , SfcVeral articles of ininorunportance are omitted to make room for the very elo quent and excellent speech of Counsel lor Phillips. As we anticipated, the expedition of Sir Gregor has resulted. And the only question that now remains with him and his followers, is, “ Who's the Dupe?''— At the Commencement of the expedition we looked upon it as being intimately connected with the grand struggle for independence in South-America. As such we wished it success. Subsequent views, however, changed our opinion, and placed before us the character of the expedition in the most unfavorable col ors Then it was, that, actuated by no other motive than a feeling regard for the honor and welfare of our country men, we endeavored to guard them a gainst the fatal consequences of being lured from the path of duty by the glit tering seductions of a monied monopoly. For this we were shamefully abused, and even the purity of our motives were questioned. But time, we see, has sad ly confirmed our apprehensions; and sufficiently punished the unthinking for their weakness and credulity, The following statement taken in con nection with the intelligence from the Savannah Republican,(which will be seen below) seems to strengthen an opinion which we have before expressed, that the Spanish government were never de sirous of an amicable adjustment of the misunderstanding which has so long sub sisted between her and the U. States, upon terms of reciprocal justice—that by a» equivocating and intriguing policy she intended to divert the course of ne gotiation until she could feel the pulse of the confederated monarchs of Europe -—little doubting but that the same mas nanimom principles which made them reinstate a Bourbon upon the throne of France, would by a parity of reason and policy, induce them to secure a Bourbon upon the th|pne of Spain. Thus protec ted under the fostering influence, and formidable power of the Holy League she would deem herself secure. But the government of the United States is not to be intimidated by such interference— to revenge her insulted and persecuted citizens, she would strike through the shield of a more formidable power, to reach the bosom of an unjust and cruel 1 adversary. “It is stated, says the London Globe of the 22«1 of July, under the head ofNu remburg, that Russia has engaged to sup port the cause of Ferdinand VII, in Spanish America, with a squadron in cluding six ships of the line, and an army of from 15 to 20,000 men, in considera tion of the Old and New California 4 the island of Minorca and certain commer cial advantages by Spain to Russia.” We have received information (says the Savannah Republican) from a source whichmaybe relied upon,thatintelligence has reached our government, that our ne gotiations with Spain are broken off— I’h points in dispute which has occa sioned the rupture, we are not a>vare of — — ’ FURTHER FROM AMELIA. Since the above was in type, we have received the following intelligence from the South.—General M‘Gregor resigned on the 4 th instant, after receiving the re signations of most of the persons origin ally on the expedition. The command is now in colonel Irvine from New-York, and they profess a determination, to fight governor Coppinger, who is assembling a large force in the vicinity. His chief power will be our own countrymen, who are flocking to him from both sides of the river St. Mary’s. Report gives him 800. —lt is impossible—at all events the pre sent force will fail. They have neither talents nor resources nor popularity—for most men will always be against a priva ■eering nest—«into which this is to be converted. The Morgiana with sheriff II —d arrived a few’ days ago—she has like the Argo, been, thepror»is«/golden fleece. She has nothing for M‘Gtegor— no money,men or train of can non to bat ter— in short no munitions of war for him—nor is she herself, as was intended, a public vessel—a meie privateer, net '• i 1 ever, hoisting the flag of the General M‘Gregor resigned to colonel Irvine who was duty elected chief, of the military republic There are many cau ses ol failure—discordant materials— and private discontent improperly had against M-Oregor, who has been stinted "f resources and grossly deceived; and thus his conduct has been discolored.— The New-York expedition are all backed • out or turned privateersmen— they have [ Bnt ,I V n nothiogand caballed ab oad anil ■' ‘tfi him to remove him—they have suc ceeded—and all of reflection have left the place with Sir Gregor. He has had m e or two conspiracies to surprise the fort,—and deliver it to the enemy. The general and his wife left Amelia on the sth instant. In the course of next week a full state ment will be given of the . whole expedi tion, &c. until then, the public, it is Imped will suspend any opinion unfavor able to M‘Gregor— He has geqius and honor, and deserves a better late than to have been ruined in this enterprise by such paltry means— Savannah llepub. ' Capt. Do La Roche informs, that when he sailed, there was a rumour of an ex pected War between Russia and Sweden. It was said that the Russian fleet had sailed for France to tike on board the Russian troops, and would land them on some part of the Swedish dominions on their return. The fleet consisted pf 10 sail of men of war, five ships of the line; they passed Elsineur, June 11. A Tu nisian corsair was reported to have been seen oft the coast of Jutland about the 20th June. —Baltimore c. h. Hanks DIED, on the 10th inst. in the SOth year of his age, McHenry Ware, the son of Captain Robert Ware, of South- Carolina. If health and prosperity were admitted to afford the means by which to calculate the length and happiness of life, no one could more properly, have looked forward to brighter prospects, and an advanced age, than this young man. Scarcely three months have pass ed, since he fonned’a relationship, of all others the most endearing and sacred; and but a few days since, he flourished in the fullness and vigor of youth, and in the midst of circumstances prosperous and interesting. His sincerity of man ners, serene disposition, and benevolent heart, had secured him many friends, and so strong was the affection which drew his kindred towards him, that time shall go far onward, before his virtues will be forgotten, or his loss cease to be deplored. His brothers and his sisters are covered with affliction—the remain ing days of an aged father and mother will be embittered by his death; and his wife-- • »-btrt there are sorrows, which defy the powers of imagination or des cription, and to which, nothing earthly can give consolation “ The autumn winds rushing, Waft the leaves that are searest; But our flower was in flushing, When blighting was nearest.” Bagging , Molasses, f Arc. 100 Pieces Inverness and Dundee Bag ging, 40 inches wide, of superior quality 75 ditto Kentucky ditto 22 Hhds. prime retailing Molasses 15 ditto Muscovado and Orleans Sugar 30 Bags Green Coffee 5 Hhds. and 18 bbls. N. E. Rum 90 Club Axes 125 Reams Wrapping Paper, For Sale bv ' R. Malone & Co. September 1 7 B ~stlges. HSAHE publi? are informed that the 1 Line pi Stages from Augusta to Athens,(via ) Columbia C. 11. Washing ton and Lexington, is now in operation, persons uisning a passage to Augusta, from Washingtn can enter their names at the Eagle-Tavern, from which place it will start every Monday and Friday Evening at 3 o’clock, and arrive at Washington the evening of the next day at 5 o’clock. Terras2 5 foreach passenger, with an allowance of 20 pounds baggage, and 5 cents per pound for extra baggage. Every exertion w ill be made for the com fort of passengers. LONG Sc M‘REA. £7* A Private Hack is in constant readiness a< Lexington, to convey per sons to the Madison Springs. The Editors of the Savannah Re publican are requested to inset t the a bove weekly for one month and send their account to this office for settle ment. September 17 law2m NOTICE. A LL persons indebted to the estate ijL of Joseph Marshall, Jun’r. Esq. deceased, will please to make immediate payment; and all who have claims against the said estate, will present them in due time and legal form. SARAH MARSHALL, Ex'trx. NATHAN CRAWFORD, Ex’r. September 17 o s. * yf*- ; i Bills on New-York v AT SHORT SIGHT, For Sale by J. & B. HOWARD. September 1 7 a *«* The Members of Social Lodge , No. 18, are requested to attend art ex tra meeting at their Hall, on FRIJLAV E VEMA'G next, at 4 o’clock U. MALONE, Secretary. September if ~ NOTICE. ‘ Will be sold at the Market House in AiiyjsUu on the Ist Tuesday in No vember next, between the usual hours. 1 Tract of Land containing 6() Acres more or less, adjoining F,»ster, Beall, and Murray, in Richmond Coun ty, on Butler's Creek, the property of Lovelace Savage, late of Columbia Coun *y, deceased; sold for the benefit flf the heirs and creditors. Terms made known on the day. JAMES SAVAGE, - A ZACHARIAH SAVAGE, ALEXANDER ALLISONJ ELIZABETH SAVAGE, Ex'trx. September 1 7 &T During the sickly season, a few gentlemen can be accommodated with BOARDING & LODGING, or Lodging separately, in a private family, on the Sana Hills. The situation is re* tired and pleasant. Enquire at thi* Of fice. Sept. 10., The Subscriber, OFFERS FOR SALE, 300 Bags and Bids. Green Coffee 6 Tierces Jamaica do. 100 Bbls. Philadelphia Whisky 5 Hhds. N. E. Rum 308 Pieces Inverness Bagging 20 Hhds. Prime Sugars 2000 Bushels Liverpool Salt 30 Boxes No. 10, Cotton Cards, Casks ( olmenar and Sicily Madei I ra Wine 6 Qr. Chests Hyson Tea 9 Tons Shot assorted sizes 6 Tons English and Blistered Steel 20.000 lb. Iron, Swedes and English 15 Kegs Powder. * —ALSO— •H Oennat Assortment of DRY GOODS, dx. ON CONSIGNMENT Twenty-seven Packages assorted* Cutlery & Hardware, To be sold on accomodating terms. S. KNEELAND. September 13 Tuttle Russell, HAVE JUST RECEIVED 20 Barrels New-EngUnd Rum 5 Hhds. Whiskey 5 ditto Molasses 5 Casks London Porter 12 dozen Jamaica Lime Juice -«* 2 Boxes Havanna Sugar 1 Tierce Rice ] 0 Boxes Chocolate, No. 2 30.000 Spanish Segar# in j and J boxes 2 Boxes Starch 5 Bbs. and 10 bags Filberts. September 13 if fCT* We are, authorised to announce PATRICK PRESCOT T, Esq a can didate for the Legislature at the endu ing election. Soolcmber 13 ts 1 ■' - - ~ 'J he Warrenton Academy be opened on the first Mon- r f I day in January next, uruW the superintendancc of instructors who will come indisputably. recommended for a bility and inoialityy—-Terms of tution will be the same as ts usual in other regu lar seminaries. Genteel Boarding can be had on mode rate terras. The healthiness and salubrity of the situation, together with a variety of other considerations, it is hoped will be inducements to parents and guardians to select this institution for the education, of youth. By order of the Board. Thomas Gibson Sec’ry , August 2. • ntlD&wlJ For Sale. BOTH of my Mills, on Spirit creek, containing about twenty four dr five hundred acres to each tract. Presuming that no one will purchase without view ing them, 1 have thought it useless to say any thing more than that the terms will be made known by applying to me, or Mr. G. Shearer, and if not sold before the first Monday in November, will be soldi or teased for a term of years at public, auction, with the stock on the place, atk the household furniture—and on the fir# day of December, all my lands on Bridr creek with the stock on that place, knowfi by the name of the Iron Works. William Cowles. JuI JSO. 2.rßt for sale, ' A LIKELY Young Negro Woman, calculated for the house or field— Sold only for the want ot cash. Apply at this office. August 23. Notice. ALL the Heirs of the Estate of Sa iiah Pettegrove, deceased, are requested to come forward and receive their legacy. WADDEL ALLEN, AdmW. September $ i r if : V ' * ‘« i!