New-Hampshire gazette, or, State journal and general advertiser (Portsmouth, N.H.), 1780-10-28 00:00:00

THE NEW-HAMPSHIRE GAZETTE ; OR, STATE JOURNAL, and GENERAL ADVERTISER.
[ Vol. XXIV. ]
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28, 1780.
[ No. 1253. ]
PHILADELPHIA, October 10.
CONGRESS having received from their Commissioners at the Court of Versailles, a copy of the treaty of Amity and Commerce concluded at Paris on the 6th of February 1778, between the Plenipotentiaries of His Most Christian Majesty and these United States ; did on the 4th of May that same year, ratify it, in whole ; but on the next day, passed the following resolution :
In CONGRESS, May 5, 1778.
RESOLVED, That the Commissioners, or any of them, representing these States at the Court of France, be instructed to inform that Court, that although Congress have readily ratified the treaty of Amity and Commerce, and treaty of Alliance and the Act separate and secret between His Most Christian Majesty and these United States, in order to evince more clearly their sense of the magnanimity and goodness of His Most Christian Majesty, evidenced in the said treaties ; yet from a sincere desire of rendering the friendship and alliance so happily begun, permanent and perpetual, and being apprehensive that differences may arise from the 11th and 12th articles in treaty of Amity and Commerce, Congress are desirous that the said 11th and 12th articles may be revoked and utterly expunged : The Commissioners, or any of them, are therefore instructed to use their best endeavours to procure the abolition of the said 11th and 12th articles of the said treaty.
In consequence of which, the following Declaration has been made and transmitted to Congress :
TRANSLATION.
A DECLARATION of the King.
THE Congress of the United States of North-America, having represented to the King, that the execution of the eleventh article of Amity and Commerce signed the 6th of February last, may be attended with inconveniences ; and, having in consequence thereof, desired that that article may be expunged, agreeing on their part, that the twelfth article should be considered in like manner as null and void : His Majesty, in order to give to the United States of North-America a new proof of his affection, as well as of his desire to confirm the union and good correspondence established between the two States, has been pleased to pay a regard to their representations : Accordingly, he hath declared, and by these presents doth declare, that he consents to the suppression of the eleventh and twelfth articles abovementioned, and that his intention is, that they be considered as if never comprehended in the treaty signed the sixth of February last.
Done at Versailles, the first day of September, one thousand seven hundred and seventy-eight.
(Signed)
GRAVIER de VERGENNES.
In conformity to the foregoing Declaration of His Most Christian Majesty, the Commissioners Plenipotentiary of the United States, signed the following
DECLARATION.
THE Most Christian King, having been pleased to regard the representations made to him, by the General Congress of North-America, relating to the eleventh article of the treaty of Commerce, signed the sixth of
February, in the present year ; and His Majesty having therefore consented, that the said article should be suppressed, on condition that the twelfth article of the same treaty be equally regarded as of none effect ; the General Congress hath declared on their part, and do declare, that they consent to the suppression of the eleventh and twelfth articles of the abovementioned treaty ; and that their intention is, that these articles be regarded as having never been comprised in the treaty, signed the 6th of February.
Done at Paris, the 1st day of September, 1778.
(Signed) BENJAMIN FRANKLIN, ARTHUR LEE, JOHN ADAMS.
The Articles annulled were the following.
ARTICLE XI. It is agreed and concluded that there shall never be any duty imposed on the exportation of the molasses that may be taken by the subjects of any of the United States, from the islands of America, which being or may hereafter appertain to His Most Christian Majesty.
ARTICLE XII. In compensation of the exemption stipulated by the preceding article, it is agreed and concluded, that there shall never be any duties imposed on the exportation of any kind of merchandise, which the subjects of His Most Christian Majesty may take from the countries and possessions, present or future, of any of the thirteen United States, for the use of the islands which shall furnish molasses.
Published by order of Congress.
CHARLES THOMSON, Secretary.
PHILADELPHIA, September 27, 1780.
His Excellency the Chevalier de la Luzerne being gone to pass some time with the French army, and having given credentials for the Hon. M. de Marbois to act in Congress during his absence, the following resolve was thereupon passed.
In CONGRESS, September 19, 1780.
A letter of the 16th from the Hon. the Minister Plenipotentiary of France was read, informing Congress that he is about to leave Philadelphia, and to be absent for some weeks ; but that M. de Marbois will remain here in quality of his Majesty's charge de Affairs, and hoping, that from his known attention to matters relative to the embassy, Congress will grant him their confidence : Whereupon,
Resolved, That the President inform the Minister of France that in his absence they will readily continue their intercourse with the embassy of his most Christian Majesty through M. de Marbois, at his Majesty's charge de Affairs, in whose abilities and attention to the interests of the Courts of France and these United States they have just confidence.
Extract from the minutes,
CHARLES THOMSON, Secretary.
POUGHKEEPSIE, October 2.
Andre was taken by three young men of the militia of Westchester county, Messieurs Pawling, Deane and Van Weert—he offered them for his liberty his gold watch, one thousand guineas, and as large a quantity of goods as they would choose to bring from New-York, which, with republican virtue, they refused, informing Andre that they were Americans, and were not to be purchased.
Major-General McDougal commands at present in the Highlands--the different garrisons are fully competent for the defence of the works, against Sir Harry's whole army, and well supplied.
NEW-HAVEN, October 19.
Saturday se'nnight a whale-boat from Norwalk, being by stress of weather driven on Long-Island, four of her crew were taken, one killed and two escaped.
The next day, a valuable prize was taken from Long Island, and carried into Stamford, which the enemy have since attempted to re-take, but were disappointed.
Last Sunday, a small prize sloop was sent in here ; she was taken on the south side of Long Island.
NEW-LONDON, October 17.
Last Monday night a flag returned here from New-York, with eight American prisoners, chiefly masters of vessels.
Last Tuesday about noon, the British fleet which had lain about a month in Gardiner's Bay, came to sail and went down the Sound.
Last Thursday arrived here a ship from St. Eustatia, laden with about 6000 bushels of salt, besides West-India goods.
Two Americans, who had been forced into the British service, got over last Saturday night from Long-Island ; they made their escape from the Resolution, when lying at Gardiner's Bay, had been on board her three years, and were permitted to go on shore but once previous to their escape.
Sunday the Right and Justice came into port ; she has taken a sloop laden with rum, &c. bound to New-York, which arrived here yesterday.
BOSTON, October 26.
Yesterday being General Election, agreeable to the new Constitution of the State ; the day was ushered in by the ringing of bells, firing of cannon, &c. and about three o'clock in the afternoon. His Excellency JOHN HANCOCK, Esq; was declared Governor of this Commonwealth, from the balcony of the State House. A list of the Senate, Council and House of Representatives, together with the particular transactions of the day, we are not able to procure for this paper.
On Monday the 16th, came to Royalston, about 30 miles from Dartmouth-College, a party of 300, took 18 prisoners, killed about 200 cattle, and destroyed all the buildings and grain, and likewise destroyed Middlesex and Tunbridge adjoining thereto ; but being pursued by Col. House, with about 500, after a small skirmish, fled and left several of their horses and part of their baggage ; left one or two of their prisoners dead on the spot, which they murdered, and since in the pursuit has been found 6 or 7 more, who shared the same fate.
By several persons from West Point, who were present there when Arnold was carrying on his infernal plan to deliver up the same, we learn, that the garrison did not consist of more than 500 men, and they disposed of in such a manner, and at such distances, that 1000 of the British might have easily carried the works, had not the plot been providentially discovered.
Captain McKean, who arrived at Cape-Ann last week from Teneriffe, we hear, reports, that a day or two before he failed a vessel arrived there from Cadiz, the master of which reported, that a French and Spanish fleet had fallen in with a British outward bound fleet of Madeira, and had taken 40 sail bound for Jamaica, 15 bound up the Straits, and 5 for the East Indies ; and that the chief part of the prizes had arrived at Cadiz before he failed. The combined fleets consisted of 17 sail of the line.

The late infernal conduct of the truly infamous Arnold , seems justly to call down upon him the united vengeance of every American, the tacit detestation of the Britons, and the curses of all mankind. Not satisfied with the honors conferred on him by his country, his too aspiring views dictates a most diabolical subterfuge for a gratification; and instead of just remorse for the abominable deed, endeavours to palliate his crime, while at the same time wreaks his little remaining vengeance on a few (whose zeal for our cause has distinguished them by the appellation of friends) who are so unhappy as to remain within his little sphere. A few weeks since Major General Arnold commanded an important post in defence of his country; and during the space of five years, has continued (at least in appearance) as resolved and determined in the extirpation of British force from the American shores, at Opposition itself; but disappointed in a plot of putting a finishing stroke to American defence, is now rewarded with the paltry command of the New Levies , (so called) in the British service, fighting against a country under whose auspices he enjoyed every blessing, and whose prosperity he was bound by every tie to maintain and establish. Better, far better for him, had he quitteed life at the reduction of Saratoga , in 1777, a year which witnessed his summit of fame; but sad reverse, 1780 evidence a falling into infamy far superior to the rise. Thus when we view his conduct from first to last, it represents to the lite an American Judas , whose vicissitudes of fortune admit of such peculiar and striking events, as not a parallel perhaps is to be found in the annals of history.
By Solomon Allen, of Peterham, who is just returned from the enemy, we have the following intelligence: That on the 23d ult. about 950 British, Tories and Indians, set out from Fort St. Johns, arrived at Fort Ann the 10th instant, and took said fort the same day, and burnt all on their way towards Fort George, and killed several of Col. Warner's regiment; and the enemy are supposed to be returning.
Extract of a letter from Camp, Tappan, October 2. "You have had the particulars of Traitor Arnold's conduct, before his getting on board the Vulture sloop of war which lay near Stony Point ; but his conduct since he went to New York is a still greater proof of his villainy, (if greater villainy was possible) At his arrival with the British, he had about fifty of our warmest friends in New York taken up, and put into dungeons and other places of confinement. But there is a providence attending the unhappy friends to their country, that puts it out of his power to injure them, other than imprisonment. Such was the precipitate flight he made, to save his neck from the hater, that he had no time to move off a single paper, or any other matter which can be a testimony against those he would otherwise ruin in person and estate. General Robinson came up yesterday to Dobb's Ferry with a flag, which was soon dismissed, it being of no use a nature, viz to interest his Excellency General Washington , at the request of Sir Harry Clinton , to defer to M jor Andre—it had the effect to respice him for some hours, as the flag did not return till after five o'clock, which was the hour fixed in general orders for his execution: This day at 12 o'clock it took place, by hanging him by the neck. Perhaps no person (on like occasion) ever suffered the ignominious death, that was more regretted by officers and soldiers of every rank in our army; or did I ever see any person meet his fate with more fortitude and equal conduct. When he was ordered to mount the waggon under the gallows, he replied, "He was ready to die, but wished the mode to have been in some more eligible way, preferring to be shot." After he had opened his shirt collar, fixed the rope, and tied his handkerchief over his eyes, he was asked by the officer commanding the troops, if he wished to say any thing? He replied, "I have told all I had to say, before, and have only to request the gentlemen present, to bear testimony that he met death as a brave man."
"The first mentioned to have come out with General Robinson , was received by Gen Green and Col. Hamilton ; and what is curious, Arnold sent his resignation, by desire, that Gen. Washington should forward it to Congress; with an insolent letter, intimating he never would serve Congress any more, nor need they expect it. And moreover, that if M jor Andre should be executed by order of General Washington He was dressed in full uniform; and after the execution his servant demanded his cloathing, which he received. His body was buried near the gallows.
ington, that he would strike a blow on some of his friends on the Continent, that should sufficiently retaliate for his loss to his Prince. General Green when he read the letter, treated it with contempt, and threw it on the ground before General Robertson , which he might return to the Traitor, if he thought proper. The hanging of M jor Andre , one of the most eminent officers and police men in the British army, and the second life of Clinton , shews we are not deterred by great menaces, but determine to exterminate our enemies one by one, until peace shall be restored to our country."
The Mail from Philadelphia expected last evening was trapped at Stratford, by the Tories, and carried into New York.
The Brutus and Rhode privateers belonging to Salem have captured 4 Jamaica ships bound to New York, laden with Rum and Sugar, and an ordnance Brigantine of considerable value; the Rhodes is arrived and the prize are hourly expected.
TO BE SOLD, By PEIRSE LONG,
Near the South Meeting House, SCARLET and Chocolate Bread Cloths, with Trimmings to suit the same—The best of Irish Linnens—An Assortment of Cutlary and other Hard Ware—Silk Handkerchiefs of sundry Qualities—Lutestrings—Made—Peling—Ribbons—Gauzes—Queens Crape—Silk Hose—Nutmegs—Sewing Silk; Callicoes, &c. &c.—Likewise, West-India RUM by the Hoghead or smaller Quantity. Sugar,—Molasses,—Cotton,—and Coffee—which he will sell for hard Cash, or Paper Money of either of the Emissions.
Portsmouth, October 18. 1780.
WHEREAS, the Proprietors of the Town of Chester, in the county of Rockingham, and State of New Hampshire, at a legal meeting held at the house of Lieutenant Jonathan Leavitt, of Hampton, in March 1780, then voted a Tax of thirty six pounds on each original Right or share of land in said Town, ten pounds ten shillings on the first division, ten pounds ten shillings on the second division, ten pounds ten shillings on the third division, and four pounds ten shillings on the fourth division, and committed the same to me the subscriber, collector for said proprietors; this is therefore to notify said proprietors and owners of said lands, to pay the said tax to me at my house in Rye, within eight weeks from this date; and on failure thereof, their lands will be advertised in the New Hampshire Gazette for sale, as the law directs. SAMUEL JENNESS, Collector. Rye, October 17, 1780.
NOTICE is hereby given to the non resident proprietors, and others, owning land in the township of Salisbury, that has not paid their taxes for the year 1779, that unless they pay them to me the subscriber, at or before Monday the 4th day of December next, at one o'clock, so much of their lands will be sold at public vendue, as will pay said tax, with incidental charges, at the house of Mr. Benjamin Huntoon, in said town, on said day. Original Proprietors Names.
   100 acre 80 acre 60 acre 30 acre   Lots s. d. Lots s. d. Lots s. d. Lots s. d.     John Darling's 2 7 5 0 7 9   half Lot. (half Lot.   Joseph Greely's half Lot 8 9 3 10 10 6   Peter Sanborn 0 13 6   Moses Quimby half Lot 0 7 0   Jona. Greely, jr. 0 13 6   Dr. Pierce and Mary Moore 13 11 0   Peter Dearborn 0 13 6   Samuel Eastman 4 19 3   Ephraim Collins 4 8 0   Ebenezer Page 16 18 6   James Tappan's 2 12   half Lot.   David Greely half Lot 1 13 10   Jonathan Sanborn 0 13 6   Joseph Clifford's half Lot 2 0 7   Jotham Odiorne's Tax 81 55 3d    BENJAMIN HUNTOON, Constable. Salisbury, October 28. 1780
Wanted a BOY, to serve at the Joyner's Trade. Inquire of the Printers.
ALL persons Indebted to, or that have any Demands on the Estate of Capt. Thomas Pickering, late of Portsmouth, deceased, are desired to bring in their Accounts immediately to Dorothy Pickering of Portsmouth, Executrix to said Estate, for a speedy settlement; on Failure thereof, they will be shut out.
A Fare to be held At the House of Enoch Coffin in Epping the first Tuesday and Wednesday in November.
L O N D O N, August 7i Though the expedition undertaken by Gen. Sir Henry Clinton, immediately on his arrival at New-York, was known by some to be up the North River, the object of such a manœuvre was a profound secret; and the last letters from thence differ variously in their suppositions of his intended route.
If the ships captured by Admiral Geary fell as well as it is expected they will, the common sailors on board his fleet, it is supposed, will not share less than thirty or forty pounds apiece.
The ships which Sir George Rodney took from the Spaniards, have never yet been equipped for want of men, and so long as the fleet of the House of Bourbon continued in port, the vigilant First Lord of the Admiralty took no steps whatever for that purpose. They will, in all probability, be ready to join the grand fleet when it shall be driven up the Channel by the combined power of the enemy, as it was last year. It is the misfortune of this country, that Lord Sandwich, has neither penetration to foresee disaster, prudence to take the advantage of success, or ability to repair misfortune.
We do not know for what term the discretionary power conferred upon the army, by the commander in chief, to judge of the legality of all popular assemblies, and to put to the sword all such as they shall deem illegal without the interference of the civil magistrate was originally designed to continue, but, unless the last extremities are extended we have reason to hope, that the resolutions of our most respectable Committee may tend to prevail on those, who have thought proper to misrepresent the country, to restore us once more to a government, by law, and no longer to consider themselves as warranted by any calumnies, fictitious apprehensions, nor only to exempt the military from the restraint of the Civil power, but actually to submit the Civil Power with the lives and immunities of every Englishman, to the discretion and mercy of the military.
Extract of a letter from Gossport, Aug. 4. "His Majesty's frigates Charon and Medea , and Ranger and Brilliant armed ships, will sail to-morrow a convoy to the New-York and Carolina fleets. They are to put into Corke, and take under their convoy also some victuallers, &c. at that port.
By the returns sent into the Admiralty from the regulating Captains of the seamen impressed in the river from Tuesday night to Friday morning, it appears that 1900 were picked up for the service.
ALL Persons Indebted to, or that have any Demands on the Estate of Peirce Powers, late of Deyver, Mariner, deceased. Interest, are desired to bring in their Accounts to Mary Powers of Madbury, Administratrix to said Estate, in order to a speedy settlement. Madbury, October 18. 1780.
Lyme by the Hoghead, And Bars of Iron, to be sold by Neal McIntyre, on Spring Hill, Portsmouth
LOST on Saturday the 6 th of September last, in the Town of Portsmouth, a Green UMBRELLA. The Person who has found the same, and will return it to George Doig, shall have 100 Dollars Reward.
Notice is hereby given to the non resident proprietors and others, owning land in the township of Saville, that has not paid their taxes for the years 1778 and 1779, that unless they pay them to me the subscriber, at or before Wednesday the 2nd day of November next, at ten o'clock forenoon, so much of their lands will be sold at public vendue, as will pay said taxes with incidental charges, at the house of Mr. John Bevins, in said town, on said day. Their names are as follows, viz. Taxes for 1778.
   Samuel Trench 11 21 4d Oliver Correy, jr. 11 21 4d   Josiah Hart 11 22 4d Eliphalet Spafford 11 22 4d   Abisha Reniff 13 2d   1st Tax for 1779. Oliver Correy, jr. 31 10s 4d   Samuel Trench 31 10s 4d Josiah Hart 21 10s 4d   Abisha Reniff 21 7s 5d Eliphalet Spafford 31 10s 4d   Second Tax for 1779. Oliver Correy, jr. 71 5s 11d   John Huntington 71 51 11d Josiah Hart 41 10s 0d   Eliphalet Spafford 71 51 11d    JOHN BEVINS, Collector. Saville, October 27, 1780.