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July 16, 1789
The New Hampshire Gazette And General Advertiser
Portsmouth, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
What is this article about?
In New York, political discourse highlights Rhode Island's obstinate opposition to joining the federal government, deemed indefensible given its vulnerability. Congress is expected to intervene to prevent revenue loss from this conduct.
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NEW-YORK. July 2.
One of the most important topics of political conversation, at the present hour, is the refractory opposition of the State of Rhode-Island against joining the general government. In whatever light the subject is viewed, no reasonable man can find any apology for such obstinacy and perverseness. Perhaps no part of the United States is so silly situated to maintain a separate independence. The hour is approaching when Congress will be under the necessity of some kind of interference; and though we entertain the most exalted ideas of the justice and moderation of that illustrious body, we still believe they will not quietly suffer the Revenue to be defeated by the iniquitous conduct of a State, which they can so easily control.
One of the most important topics of political conversation, at the present hour, is the refractory opposition of the State of Rhode-Island against joining the general government. In whatever light the subject is viewed, no reasonable man can find any apology for such obstinacy and perverseness. Perhaps no part of the United States is so silly situated to maintain a separate independence. The hour is approaching when Congress will be under the necessity of some kind of interference; and though we entertain the most exalted ideas of the justice and moderation of that illustrious body, we still believe they will not quietly suffer the Revenue to be defeated by the iniquitous conduct of a State, which they can so easily control.
What sub-type of article is it?
Politics
What keywords are associated?
Rhode Island Opposition
General Government
Congress Interference
Political Conversation
Where did it happen?
Rhode Island
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Rhode Island
Event Date
July 2.
Event Details
The State of Rhode-Island opposes joining the general government, viewed as obstinate and perverse with no reasonable apology. It is poorly situated for separate independence. Congress is expected to interfere to prevent defeat of the Revenue.