Joseph Barnes we are informed is a very ingenious mechanic who has been employed by James Rumsey in Constructing his several machines and is -perfectly acquainted with all his Inventions and has abilities adequate to the Construction of them in the absence of the Inventor. He is also in possession of the models and Drafts necessary to show the UtiHty of them and as soon as Exclusive Rights therein for a reasonable Term of Years shall be obtained from the honorable the Legislature of the State of New-York, he will be ordered to attenc as well to carry the said machines into Effect as to instruct suitable Persons to Construct them in his absence.

As the promotion of useful Discoveries in the Arts and sciences is an Object worthy the Attention of Enlightened men and accordingly has in all ages and Countries met with Patrons amongst those most distinguished for their knowledge, good sense and Patriotism, we doubt not but that a Scheme, that promises so f much improvement will meet with advocates and support in the general Assembly of New-York, over which you so honorably to yourself and to them preside -- And we therefore take the Liberty to request your Countenance to James Rumsey's Petition so far as the prayer thereof shall seem to you Consistant with the public good, and if it should not be Contrary to the Rules of the House, we should take it a particular favor that this Letter be read from the Chair in order to bespeak the favorable attention of the Honorable members to the Subject, We are