The Hillsborough Recorder

HAYTI.

The death of his Ebony majesty, king Henry, of Hayti, is an event which will cause much conversation among the legitimates in Europe, and certainly will lead to new attempts on the part of France to recover their former possessions in St. Domingo; possessions in which they greatly pride themselves, and which were the sources of wealth and importance to the crown. What is to become of her black majesty-the queen, the little black prince royal, the duke de Limonade, and the whole of king Henry's motley court, time can only shew; they have undoubted claims on the protection of the legitimates in Europe, for they held their power by the same tenure. In the public administration of the rival chiefs, Christophe and Petion, we may perceive the essential difference between a monarchy and a republic. Both rose from ordinary rank, and taking advantage of the times, placed themselves at the head of affairs. One became president of the republic, the other was crowned as king of Hayti, and created a batch of peers, which was a satire on European courts. To maintain his power and crown, king Henry became absolute and despotic-created an army, built strong fortifications, and established a palace, whose system was cruel and relentless. The president of Hayti organized a government of the people, placed all power in their hands, and held his office from their gift; and, by wise and salutary laws, contributed to the peace and prosperity of his possessions. The despotism of king Henry, contrasted with the mild administration of president Boyer, led to the revolt of the troops of king Henry, and the result was, that he assassinated himself, and ended his life with the violence of a despot. The forces of the republic, under president Boyer, are advancing upon the territories of Christophe, and will no doubt, subjugate them. What are to be the results to this country, from this union of the black population in St. Domingo? This is a question which will require some reflection to answer. While Christophe and Petion were struggling for supremacy, the power and energies of each were confined to local objects. St. Domingo, united under one head, tranquil and powerful, may be induced to look beyond that fertile island. Emigration, particularly of blacks, may be encouraged; men of talents and enterprise may be induced to take up their residence there: in short a very powerful republic, and not far distant from us, may spring up. This, to be sure, is rather a subject of gratification than alarm; but, in relation to our maritime concerns, it is an object requiring special attention. Protected from invasion by climate, and possessing numerous ports and harbors, their means of fitting out privateers and vessels of war are abundant, and may require from us an increased vigilance. Still there is sufficient time to prepare for these events, should they occur; and, therefore, the present change in the political affairs of that country is an event which should afford general satisfaction. Nat. Adv.

We are happy to hear that the important revolution which has just been achieved in Hayti, has been conducted, wherever president Boyer has been present, and as far as he has been able to control the proceedings, in a manner calculated to add to his character as a person of humanity. At the Cape, he has preserved the lives of the unoffending queen, and her innocent daughters; and we wish he had arrived in season to have saved the son, who never participated in the errors of his father. The favorable opinion always entertained of president Boyer, and confirmed by his recent conduct, will produce a universal wish that the Haytian governments may be consolidated under his administration. Not doubting that a pledge so humanely given will be amply redeemed, and that there will be no further effusion of blood in establishing a permanent order of affairs. Christophe has fallen, because he attempted to govern by operating on the fears of his officers and subjects. Boyer will reign long and happily, because he will secure their affections.

Boston Palladium.