"The usefulness of 'The Olive Branch' is not wholly, nor even principal ly confined to one or two readings. As a book of reference, it is almost above value. Men who are engaged continually in the avocation by which they and their families subsist, cannot be expected to commit to memory even the most important parts of the many interesting documents which relate to our intercourse with foreign nations; nor do they often collect and preserve these documents to recur to when a difference of opinion arises. The Olive Branch is calculated to supply both these defects. Here the most important state papers, on the most disputed subjects, are thrown together and explained and illustrated with intelligence and candour. When any dispute occurs, one has only to take up this work, turn to the index, and open to whatever topic he desires to be informed of. The documents are authentic; and the party who is mistaken, will, if his mind is open to conviction, be convinced of his error, and, if he is an honest man, he will ac-. knowledge and abandon it.

"When the first edition of this work appeared, notwithstanding some er rors and omissions, I considered it the best political tract which had been published for many years. When the second edition issued from the press, I purchased that; and found it amended in some, and much improved in other particulars. The third edition, which was, I understand, printed in Boston, I did not see. But the fourth edition, which was extended to two volumes, which enlarged on several topics treated on in the former editions, and embraced several important subjects, not touched on in them, was so highly satisfactory to me, that I presented the copies I had, to some of my neighbours, who had not the ability to purchase for themselves, and procured this for myself. Its utility to me has been very great. It has reminded me of many things I had forgotten, and acquainted me with many others I was ignorant of. I think the same beneficial effects must be experienced by every man who reads it, with a desire to have his memory refreshed, and his mind enlightened. If our government is worth maintaining, and the intelligence of the people is one of its safe-guards, those who employ their time, and talents, in diffusing that intelligence in the most correct and acceptable manner, and form, are really entitled to the gratitude of every friend of the government." Trenton True American, May 22, 1815.

"The Olive Branch is a serious appeal to the two great parties which divide our country, on the necessity of mutual forgiveness and harmony. In -pursuing his plan, the writer has, with great industry, collected and arranged his materials; and with no small share of talent, has illustrated his subject in the most striking manner, by arguments drawn from official and au thentic documents of various kinds-from national and state archives-Whether as a repository of authentic facts and references,-as an historical sketch of the rise and progress of party spirit, from the consummation of our independence, to the present day;-as a memorial, which ought never to be forgotten, of the pernicious effects of that spirit, when carried beyond the bounds of reason and justice:-in short, whether we view the Olive Branch as a political appeal to the good sense of the nation, or as a record of historical events, with which every American ought to be acquainted-we consider it a work of the highest value, the circulation of which every friend of hiş country is bound to promote.

"It is not the republican alone, who will derive satisfaction from the perusal of this volume. The federalists will find in it, many egregious faults pointed out, which have been committed by the republican party, both in the national and state governments; otherwise the work would not be consistent with its title, which is-THE OLIVE BRANCH; OR, FAULTS ON BOTH SIDES, FEDERAL AND DEMOCRATIC-A SERIOUS APPEAL ON THE NECESSITY OF MUTUAL FORGIVENESS, AND HARMONY:And it must be confessed, that the best way to correct the faults of both sides, is to induce both, if possible, to open their eyes to their own faults, as well as to those of their opponents. This laudable work Mr. Carey has the credit of attempting. Whether the attempt is a visionary one, or not, time must determine. At all events, let every honest, independent man, of both parties, read the Olive Branch, if he would know the whole truth -27bany Register, June 13, 1815.

"In the warmth and violence of a political contest, it rarely happens that either party is entirely faultless. Imperfection, in a greater or less degree, 1sstamped on every thing human: and the individual, much more the party, who should claim an entire exemption from it, would betray the grossest ignorance. In times of turbulence, however, few are sufficiently elevated above the influence of party passion, to expose error, wherever found. The faults of a favorite party are too commonly passed over in silence, and those of the opposite, unreasonably magnified.

"The author of the Olive Branch has taken a stand beyond the reach of party influence. The groveling notions of the bar-room politician constitute no part of his political system. When, in his opinion, the republican administrations or the republican party have deserved censure, he has freely bestowed it. His work carries on its face the most convincing proof not merely of strength of genius, and depth of research, but the most stern political integrity." Middlebury Gazette, May, 1815.

"There is perhaps no book extant, that in so small a compass contains so great a quantity of momentous political truth. Like the two edged sword, said to have been wielded by the angel of light against "Satan and his angels," it dispels and puts to flight an army of error and falsehood."-Weekly Register, vol. vii. page 371.

"The Olive Branch, or Faults on both sides, federal and democratic, is no party publication: it contains a lucid examination of the faults of both parties, and calls loudly for union in defence of our territory and the dearest interests of all.-We have never seen a publication in this country that so justly merited the patronage of all. Federalists and Republicans will both see their faults clearly pointed out and commented on. We admire the independent spirit of the publication. Although we do not subscribe to all the tenets, objects, and recommendations contained in the Olive Branch, yet we think such a publication particularly valuable, as it comprises in a succinct view a wellarranged mass of public and political documents on the subjects which led to the war, particularly that of Impressment, the Orders in Council, correspondence of Mr. Erskine and Mr. Smith, previous to the war, and important correspondence beween our public functionaries and those of the enemy since the war. Every man should possess this book, and read it carefully through without prejudice."-Boston Patriot.

"Before I proceed further, however, I must do justice to a writer so obviously disinterested, independent, and patriotic, as the author of the 'Olive Branch,' by saying, that he has done ample justice to the character of Mr. Jefferson, in casting back upon his assailants the foul charges of French influence and enmity to trade this he does in a manner that must bring conviction home, to every bosom that possesses a single drop of the milk of human kindness; and let me add, that the justice thus done to that great and good man, will not be the less useful in coming forth in a volume, which censures without fear, and praises without adulation" Aurora.

Extract of a letter from James Madison, Esq President of the United States. Washington, Jan. 28, 1815. "I have not been able as yet to do more than glance at the plan of the work, and run over a few of its pages. The course adopted of assembling authentic and striking facts, and addressing them impartially and independently, but with becoming emphasis, to the attention of the public, was best fitted to render it a valuable and seasonable service: and it appears that the success of your labour will well reward the laudable views with which it was undertaken."

Extract of a letter from Thomas Jefferson, Esq. ex-president of the United States. Monticello, Feb. 9, 1815.

"I thank you for the copy of the Olive Branch you have been so kind as to send me. Many extracts from it which I had seen in the newspapers, had excited a wish to procure it. A cursory view over the work has confirmed the opinion excited by the extracts, that it will do great good.”

"Faction is the madness of the many for the benefit of the few." Frenzied be the head.....palsied be the hand..... that attemps to destroy the union." Gen. Eaton.

"Truths would you teach.....or save a sinking land: "All fear..... none aid you.....and few understand." Pope. "Every kingdom divided against itself, is brought to DESOLATION.”

Matt.. xii. 25.

"In dissensione nulla, salus conspicitur." Cæsar. "If we may pay a proper regard to truth, we shall find it necessary not only to condemn our friends upon some occasions, and commend our enemies, but also to commend and condemn the same persons, as different circumstances may require; for as it is not to be imagined, that those who are engaged in great affairs, should always be pursuing false or mistaken measures; so neither is it probable that their conduct can at all times be exempt from error." Polibius.

"Neither the law of Christianity nor of Reason requires us to prostrate our national independence, freedom property and honour at the feet of proud tyranical oppressors." Address of Rev. Dr. David'Osgood, May, 1798.

"Watch those ungrateful souls who murmur about taxation and oppression-the burdens of government and religion. They have fellowship with our enemies. They are traitors to God and Christianity." Address by the Rev. Dr. Elijah Parish, July 4, 1799.

"As citizens, we ought with one heart to cleave to and support our own government. It is a government of our own forming, and administered by men of our own choice." Sermon by Rev. Jedidiah Morse, May 9, 1798.