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ADVERTISEMENT.

In committing the collected works of his departed friend
to the somewhat precarious sea of popular favor, the editor
has but few remarks to offer; his not ungrateful task is ended,
and if any find gratification in the fruit of his labors, rich
will be his reward in feeling that he has ministered in something
to the alas! posthumous reputation of one whom he
esteemed truly living, and affectionately remembers, when
remembrance only and regret are left to him.

The plan laid down in the brief memoir of the author has
been adhered to strictly; except in one, and that a very slight
particular. It was there stated to be the editor's intention to
omit altogether the political writings of J. Cypress, Jr. which
are exceedingly voluminous, for reasons therein mentioned;
but on mature reflection, it was judged better to insert two
articles in prose, and a few squibs in verse, as being singularly

characteristic of the man, full of his own quaint humor,
and above all so innocent in their good-humored satire, that
none of the satirized will be inclined to wince at their insertion.

To particularize the periodicals in which each several article
was published, would be alike impertinent and tedious;
and, taking to himself the liberty of recommending these miscellaneous
volumes to the good opinion of the reading world,
the editor would specially invoke the just and liberal notice
of the press, those members of it more particularly who profited
so largely by the contributions of the writer.

Newark, N. J., August 23, 1842.