The National Republican And Ohio Political Register

Economical Government. - At the late session of the Legislature of the state of Rhode Island, the papers of that state inform us, that "the sum of $400 was allowed to the late Governor, and $200 to the late Lieutenant Governor, for their services during the last year." This allowance, we believe, was not intended as a burlesque upon salaries in general, but as compensation in full for services rendered. Viewed in this light, it must be admitted that time and talents are dog-cheap in the Rhode Island market. It is somewhat remarkable, that the emoluments annexed to public office should be so small in a state which contains upwards of thirty banks, and in which, therefore, much money must be supposed to circulate.