RHODE-ISLAND, an island of N. America, in a state of the same name, situated between 41° 28' and 41° 42' N. Lat. and between 71° 17' and 71° 27' W. Long. from Greenwich, or about 15 miles long, and its medium breadth about 3 and a half. It is a famous resort for invalids from the southern climates, as it is exceedingly pleasant and healthful, being at one period regarded as the Eden of North America.