The national intelligencer and Washington advertiser. (Washington City [D.C.]), 1805-11-06 00:00:00

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, AND WASHINGTON ADVERTISER.
Vol. VI.
WASHINGTON CITY, PRINTED BY SAMUEL HARRISON SMITH, PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE.
No. DCCXVII.
FIVE DOLLARS PER ANNUM.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 1805.
PAID IN ADVANCE.
PRIVATE LIFE.
FROM MOORE.
SMILE not Angels! when in scorn ye scan, The serious follies of your mimic man; His boasted reason, dullest to ev'ry lust; His high ambition, growling in the dust; A fool, with knowledge and with foresight, blind, Perplex'd between his matter and his mind, Where great and mean, where mortal and divine, Heav'n, earth, brute, angel, in confusion join; Like jarring atoms in one chaos hurl'd, Which well arrang'd would form a beauteous world. Ye smile to see the puny godhead rave; Great Lord of earth, his meanest passion's slave! Drunk at the banquet, glorious on the throne, And now an Ammon's, now a Phillipe's son! Nor ye, the great, like erring mortals, name Ambition's madmen, or the fools of fame; Nor those court-hagglers, starv'd and tilled things, The gilded tools of ministers and kings; Nor those, the wolves and harpies of their race, Who rise by wicked arts to power and place; But mark, where poor, unnotic'd and unknown, Neglected Virtue smiles at Fortune's frown; Or blest by fortune in a private state, By worth ennobled, and by goodness great; Bright on whose generous breast those splendors glow Of sacred honor, kings could ne'er bestow; The Friend of Man! who can in life confess No joy worth living, but the joy to bless.
BON MOT.
The dashing lord R. (well known at Brooke's) entering a room the other day where the witty lady M. was playing the fashionable musical piece, "The Quarrel," observed that quarrels were bad things to practise; "but I perceive, madam, you are only in play." "True, my lord," replied lady M. "and there is this difference between my play and the play which you practice—mine produces harmony, and your's discord."
FROM THE NEWCASTLE (Delaware) ARGUS.
INTERESTING TO FARMERS.
COMMUNICATED.
FARM MACHINERY.
SIR, FROM the numerous enquiries and remarks which have been made before, and while Mr. David Prentiss was building my thrashing machine, it appears that very unfavorable impressions have been made on the minds of the farmers respecting thrashing machines, which if not removed, will obstruct the introduction of one of the first improvements in husbandry. I therefore request you to give the following remarks and certificate a place in your paper, and such printers as shall insert them may thereby stimulate their country patrons to such improvements, as will enable them to make returns in punctual payment for their papers, and if the community are benefited, it will be a pleasing remuneration.
Some of the objections are as follows:— It has been frequently argued that when built they will never answer the end proposed; if this objection were founded on fact, I should consider it my duty to warn the credulous. But as the machine is in operation and fully meets every reasonable calculation, it is equally incumbent to give information thereof, which is supported by the testimony of three experienced farmers hereto annexed, and it is presumed that every person who has been present during any of the trials would freely subscribe the same.
It has also been stated, that several essays have been formerly made in this quarter which have actually failed; this is a lamentable truth, but it only proves that the persons who undertook to build them were not equal to the task; it by no means proves that the thing itself was impracticable. Every farmer knows that like arguments may be produced against the present improvements in agriculture.
It has been remarked that such machines are so expensive that they are beyond the reach of common farmers: it may be answered that the cost will not exceed that of a good horse, as Mr. Prentiss will find all the casting and iron work, and complete a machine of a two horse power for 160 dolls. and of
a three horse power for 180 dolls. the farmer finding the timbers; the boarding of the mechanics while building the machine, the carriage of the iron work, and travelling expences, if above 30 miles from Philadelphia. The expence will still be reduced if two or more farmers unite in the building of one in common. It may be erected in or attached to any barn already built.
It has also been said that the grain will be bruised by the great power applied; all who have seen the machine in operation are convinced that it cannot bruise the grain.
Some have remarked that the straw will be cut too fine. It must be answered that it will depend solely on the quality of the straw and the grain being more or less tenacious; if the adherence of the grain to the husk is great, the power of the machine must be applied so much the nearer, in order to separate the grain from the straw.
It has finally been remarked, that such machinery will require frequent & expensive repairs; it is answered that the principal parts are of iron, and the whole of the work simple, nor is there more risk of decay than that of barn fans (wind mills) a cart, plough, or other implements of husbandry. Having noted the common objections, I shall now mention some of the advantages of the thrashing machine.
It produces more grain and chaff than is generally obtained from the thrashing in the usual mode. It enables the farmer to meet the market with the greatest advantage.
It affords security from the vermin, by having the grain removed from their rapacity. It relieves the farmer from the toil of the barn floor, and affords more time with the same number of hands, to improve and ornament his farm.
It affords employ for his horses in bad weather, which would otherwise be on expenses. It gives an opportunity, with the least possible loss of time, to mix the second crop of hay with straw, a circumstance highly advantageous in feeding of stock.
It ought also to be stated, that an improved chaff cutter is attached to the machine by the same mechanic, which will be found important to those who raise stock on short feed. A cider mill is also grafted on the horse wheel. The additional expence of these will be speedily compensated by the savings which arise therefrom. The machine is easily accommodated to thrash Indian corn, and other interesting purposes in husbandry, which will be shown to such persons as consider it worthy of their attention to view it, and in order to gratify them, the machine has been put in motion every Saturday afternoon for some weeks past, and will continue during one month from this date.
WM. YOUNG. Rockland Farm, adjoining the Delaware paper mills, October 15, 1805.
WE the Subscribers have with considerable anxiety waited for the completion of the thrashing machine, built by David Prentiss on the Rockland farm in our neighborhood, and it was with the highest satisfaction that we have witnessed its operation on oats at the rate of 20 bushels, wheat 14 bushels, and barley 33 bushels per hour, thrashed and cleaned fit for market by the power of 3 horses. It was with equal gratification that we viewed an improved chaff cutter, attached to the same machinery, delivering at the rate of 60 bushels per hour of straw or corn stalks, cut in lengths of 1-2 to 3-5ths of an inch each.
WM. ARMOUR, CALEB KIRK, JAMES BRINDLEY. Newcastle county, state of Delaware, October 12th, 1805.
From the Hanover (N. H.) Gazette. A CURIOUS FACT, For the speculation of Philosophic and Meteoric Geniuses.
Many conjectures have been made as to the natural cause of the Aurora Borealis. Some have conjectured that its cause might be volcanoes, or burning mountains in the northern regions; some that it might be caused by the reflection of the light of the sun from the regions of ice towards the northern pole; but more generally and more probably, that it is effected by some mysterious operation of the electric fluid—any how, the following may be relied upon as a fact. On Sunday evening the 15th of Sept. last, between 7 and 8 o'clock in the evening, from the windows of the Rev. Mr. Gross's house, in Hartford, Vermont, we noticed the Aurora Borealis, the bottom of it elevated but a few degrees above the horizon, lay in a regular line, very bright, and not much wider than the rainbow; above that, in several places, streams shot up towards the zenith, as usual. We had not viewed it long before we observed that the eastern part of it had settled so low as actually to be between us and the high land on the north side of White River,
the height at the distance from us perhaps of about one mile and a half.
The meteor, we apprehend, must be nearly perpendicular to White River, and distant perhaps about half of a mile. It would have gratified our curiosity, could some of us have been on the height beyond White River to have made our observations upon it, as it must have been between us. This we certainly concluded, however, that it would be needless for us to go to the north pole for it. There had been considerable rain the preceding day, the air was warm, and some fog towards evening, lay along upon White River, and the luminous meteor rather appeared to be intermingled in the fog.
Signed by ISAIAH POTTER, THOMAS CROSS, and IGNATUS THOMPSON.
The Chinese and English —What would a Chinese mandarin of state say to a British ambassador, pretending to give him and his country a lesson or quotation from the law of nations in justification of the capture of Chinese vessels. Surely he would think the ambassador was in jest, and unquestionably he would answer to this effect: "I do not know what you mean by this language—My country cannot be bound by these writings; who the authors are I know not—We are not parties to the compact. Shew me a Chinese signature to the agreement, and this will have some weight in my hand. You tell me you have a right to capture a Chinese junk because she has a few boxes of Japan ware on board, and you pretend that we shall not trade to the islands of Japan, because your ships are not admitted to the same privilege. To this doctrine the people of China cannot and never will consent. Our junks have always traded with Japan, and we will not abandon the trade. I know nothing of your orders of council and courts of admiralty; I know only that China is a respectable neutral power, and that our junks are entitled to pass freely to Japan, to Luconia, Batavia, & to Cochin China: and I tell you, Mr. Ambassador, and I wish you to tell your master, that your ships shall no longer come to Canton to load teas and silks and nankeens, and sell English merchandise, if you persist in detaining the vessels of China, because they carry on a commerce with your enemies, who are our friends—we can live without your trade better than you can live without ours. Now act your own pleasure—Write to your court, if you please, and tell your master and his head men, that we give you twelve months to consider on this matter, and if a favorable answer is not received in that time, you shall be ordered to depart the country. We want to live in peace with you, but it must be an honorable not a disgraceful peace to us." Such language would no doubt be used, and it would enoble the speaker, and add dignity & renown to the Chinese government who authorised it; and if adhered to, we should soon see the Chinese junks sail in perfect safety, loaded with all sorts of goods in conformity to ancient usage, and the English ships would continue to carry on a profitable branch of trade to China, as in past time—The common Reader will draw his own conclusions.
Salem Reg.
For Sale
IN the county of Prince William, Virginia, Neabico furnace and its appendages, with four or five thousand acres of land adjoining, near the town of Dumfries, and with in four or five miles of the Potomac—the soil is generally adapted to small grain, and if too considerable for one purchaser, will be laid off in Lots suitable for small farms—a description of the land is thought unnecessary—as those wishing to purchase will no doubt first view it: the payments required will be one third cash, and the other two thirds in annual instalments, to be secured by a mortgage on the land; and no deed given until the last payment is made; any person wishing to purchase, may know the terms by applying to Mr. Thomas T. Page, living near the premises, who is fully authorised by me to sell the whole or any part.
JOHN TAYLOR. August 16—3m. N.B. A valuable mine bank in Maryland may be had with the furnace if required. J. T.
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New-York, November 1.
Captain Anderson, of the Calliope, left Nantz the 16th of September. He informs that the British frigate Didot had captured the French frigate Cybelle, after a desperate engagement of 4 hours; and that the New French frigate La Topaze, out of Nantz, had fallen in with the British frigate Nymph, and after a most severe engagement, in which the greatest part of the Nymph's crew were killed, she struck her colors, and immediately sunk. In the act of sinking, the boat from the Topaze saved the remnant of her crew. The above engagements were in the Channel.
The ship Portland, formerly of Boston, captain Mellin, is said to have been cut off at the Friendly Islands in the Pacific Ocean. The accident is supposed to have happened about 18 months since. The Portland left Batavia nearly three years ago, when the Dutch Government, having claims on the ship, wished to detain her. Captain Mellin proceeded to the Isle of France, the Cape of Good Hope, and then passed round Cape Horn, and touched at the Friendly Islands. Upon the boats landing, the natives suddenly seized her with the crew, and then got possession of the ship. It is conjectured that no person on board was spared by the natives, save a Malay woman, who was seen on the islands by a ship which sailed from Manilla under American colours. This ship lost her boat's crew there and came near being captured by the islanders who made a desperate attempt against her. The account of the loss of the Portland is given on the authority of the Malay woman. Vessels touching at any of the islands in the great Southern Ocean, ought to be always on their guard against the designs of the natives.
Salem Reg.
An arrival at Boston from Halifax, brings papers from that place to the 12 inst. containing London dates to the 9th September. The following are the only articles extracted: Letters from Lisbon state, that the French frigate Topaze, of 44 guns (one of those which destroyed the Blanche) has been captured by the Raisonable, of 64 guns, captain Rowley, and sent into Lisbon.
Sept. 9.
Nine sail of the East India fleet have arrived safe. The remainder were parted with about a week since, and are momentarily expected.
The Rochefort squadron returned to that port the 1st September; after a short cruise.
The King has been pleased to appoint the Duke of York, to be Colonel of the 1st regiment of foot guards; in the room of the Duke of Gloucester, deceased. The Duke of Cambridge (5th son of His Majesty) to be Colonel of the Coldstream regiment of foot guards in the room of the Duke of York; and the Duke of Kent (4th son of His Majesty) to be Field Marshal of the forces.
It is reported, that the Emperor of Germany in case of war—now inevitable, will take the field in person:—He will be accompanied by his brothers the Archduke Charles, and the Archduke John. The celebrated General Mack will also have an important command. Opposed to these will be the French Emperor in person: assisted by Bernadotte, Augereau, Massena, &c. but he will want a Moreau.
The visit of Bonaparte to the coast was for the purpose of sending off his troops towards Germany.
The language of Germany though rather inconsistent with her conduct, is still excusable. She knows the potency of France; and though she finds war unavoidable, she is not willing to commence hostilities until she has a Russian army at her elbow.
It is somewhat remarkable, that the Paris papers, which a few days since, chimed so musically on the prospects of Peace; on the pacific disposition of the Emperor of Germany; and the good understanding subsisting between the two nations, should all at once change their tone; and are now altogether warlike. Nothing is now heard but the din of warelike preparation and the studied exaggeration of all the accounts from Germany; as though there were a pretext wanting for some bold stroke which the Emperor Napoleon contemplates striking.
Lord Nelson's new appointment is, in some degree, unlimited; he is to act on emergencies according to the best of his judgement. He proceeds first to Cadiz, then to the Mediterranean over which his command extends. In certain operations he is to have the selection and appointment of his favorite officers.
We stated yesterday that orders had been received by the 5th, 42d, 43d, 52d, 95th regiments, and the 4th and 6th inniskillen dragoons, to prepare for embarkation for foreign service, similar orders from the war office were also received on Tuesday last at the headquarters in Canterbury, from the Secretary at War, by the several under-mentioned regiments; kings dragoons guards; 4th dragoon guards; 5th, 10th,
13th, 21st, light dragoons; 43d, 52d, and 95th; two brigades of foot guards; a detachment of the royal waggon train, all the first battalions of the line; a large party of artillery. The first battalion of the Coldstream, and the first battalion of the third regiment of guards now laying at Deal, are ordered to hold themselves in readiness for embarkation. The officers belonging to the battalions who were employed on the recruiting service, are ordered to join them immediately.
In this enumeration, we find materials for an expedition upon a very extensive scale. Combining it with the breaking up of the camps at Boulogne, we may presume that some great military enterprise are at hand. The presumption, therefore, is, that hostilities will immediately commence upon the continent. In that event, the expedition now preparing in England, whatever be its immediate object, will operate as a powerful diversion in favor of our continental allies. The invader will become the invaded, and all the boast and menace of the Corsican will only recoil in disgrace upon his own head. The particular enterprise in contemplation of the English government, we cannot be expected to know; nor, if knowing, to reveal. There are many points between the Texel and the Gulph of Genoa, in which an English army may gather new laurels, and contribute its generous aid to the deliverance of Europe.
LONDON, Sept. 7.
Admiralty Office, Sept. 7.
Copy of a letter from capt. Eaker to admiral Cornwallis, dated Phoenix, at sea, August 12.
SIR, I cannot but exult in the honor of imparting to you the extreme good fortune of his majesty's ship under my command, on the 10th instant, Lt. 42 deg. 16 min. N. long. 13 deg. 14 min. W. in the capture of La Didon, a remarkable fine, and the fastest sailing frigate in the French navy, of 44 guns and 330 men, which had sailed but a few days from Corunna, and was upon a secret cruise. The action commenced a quarter past 9 in the morning (La Didon having waited my approach to leeward) and lasted 8 hours, never without pistol shot, during which all our ropes were cut to pieces, our main-top sail yard shot away, and most of our masts and yards severely wounded. The necessity of our engaging to leeward, in order to prevent the possibility of the enemy's escape, exposed us to several raking broadsides before it could be prudent to return the fire; and the superiority of La Didon's sailing, added to the adroit manoeuvres of capt. Millins, convinced me of the skill and gallantry I should have to contend with, which has been fully evinced by the stubborn defence of his ship until she became a perfect wreck, and his subsequent honorable deportment. Owing to the lightness of the wind, and La Didon's attempting to board, brought our starboard quarter in contact with her larboard bow, in which position we remained full three quarters of an hour, subject to a galling fire of musketry, that robbed me of such support of officers and men, as there could be no compensation for but in complete victory. With sorrow I transmit you a list of the Killed and wounded; and have the honor to be, &c.
T. BAKER.
Killed and wounded. Phoenix—12 killed, 23 wounded. La Didon—27 killed, 44 wounded. Names of officers killed and wounded on board the Phoenix—J. Bonton, lieut. G. Donelan, master's mate—John Powers, quarter-master. Wounded—H. Steel, lieut. of marines dangerously; Aaron Tozer, midshipman, do. E. B. Curling, midshipman, badly.
FRANKFORD, Aug. 14.
The rigorous politicians assert, that the Emperor has returned a pointed answer to a certain demand made upon the part of the French government, relative to the Austrian preparations for war in Italy. This latter assertion was probably occasioned by an article from Vienna, dated July 31, which has appeared in one of the newspapers of the Empire, in the following words:
"Lately a Note was presented to our court by the French minister, in which he asked for an explanation concerning the preparations for war, and the unusual movement of troops; also, whether Austria wished for a war with France? Whether that court had already formed an alliance with Russia, or intended to do it? &c. &c. To which our government is, assured to have returned the following answer:
"That the assembling of such numbers of French troops in Italy, had rendered those measures necessary; that the negotiations, which has hitherto taken place with Russia, had for their object an armed mediation; that some closer alliances, which might still be formed with other powers, would be nothing else but the consequences which should render them necessary."

As soon as this declaration was received (continues that article), the French minister, in the name of his sovereign, gave assurances that the greater part of the French troops in Italy should be withdrawn. Those who cannot believe that the court of Vienna will abandon its pacific system, assert, that the only object of the Austrian preparations for war is, to enable that government to oppose any of the powers at war, which would drag it into a war; and they positively affirm, that the court of Vienna, far from going to war with France, will step forward with a declaration of an Armed Neutrality, which, founded upon solid principles, will put an end to all the artifices of the enemies of France.
August 20. The reports, that the Republic of Ragusa has again applied to the Emperor of Austria, desiring to be incorporated with his States, is revived; but it is generally believed, that the Emperor will not comply with that request.
The letters from Vienna of the 8th inst. agree in the following intelligence:
Within the last week, six couriers have arrived here from different courts, and several are despatched to Paris, St. Petersburg, and London. The despatches brought by the former, have occasioned several consultations between the Emperor and his ministers, as well as between count Cobentzel and the ministers of three courts, M. Larochefoucault, Count Rasumowsky, together with Prince Dolgorowsky, and Sir A. Paget. The activity of our cabinet induces us to believe, that this is a very critical moment, and that business of the utmost importance is transacting, though it is yet thought that peace will be preserved. Count Staurenberg, Austrian envoy at London, who had requested to be recalled, and whose lady is already arrived at Vienna, has received positive orders to remain at London, where his presence is indispensable.
We are informed that the Elector of Hesse, at the desire of the French envoy, has given notice to the English minister Taylor, that he must quit his dominions.
SPEECH
Of the Governor of Vermont delivered on the 12th ult.
Gentlemen of the Council, and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives.
IT gives me great satisfaction to meet the Representatives of the People, and concur with them in fulfilling the legislative duties, and discharging the important trusts which our Constituents have assigned to us; and this satisfaction is not a little heightened by contemplating on the general happiness and prosperity of our nation and government. While the fairest part of Europe continues to be the scene of "dreadful preparation" for war, and is menaced on all sides with those miseries which flow from that greatest of all human calamities; we are pursuing with peaceful industry those objects which constitute the strength, security and glory of a wise and free people. Agriculture flourishes, and a genial soil and climate reward with abundance the labors of that useful and respectable class of our fellow-citizens, the farmer and husbandman. The increase of commerce enhances the value of productive labor, and the produce of the land—Manufactures daily improve; and the United States present to the world a fair specimen of the fruits of a mild & free government.
It cannot but add to our joy, that the measures adopted by our general government for chastising the insolence, and repelling the injustice of the infidels of one of the Barbary states, have been attended with success. By the blessing of Divine Providence on the good conduct of our forces in the Mediterranean, seconded by the enterprize, talents and heroism of Gen. EATON, our citizens have been released from captivity; Tripoli is humbled, and those Barbarians who have extorted an unwilling tribute from the most potent monarchs in Europe, taught that America is no less irresistible in arms, than just and conciliatory in peace.
The business that will engage your attention the present session, relates principally to the internal affairs of the state; the election of the civil officers of government; the necessary alterations of existing laws and ordinances; the encouragement of schools and other seminaries of learning; the improvement of our militia establishment; and whatever can promote the interests of agriculture, manufactures, public and private tranquility and happiness.
The selection of those officers, on whose judgment, virtue and impartiality, all that has relation to life, liberty and property may depend, is a weighty and serious transaction. Instead of being a matter of intrigue, party or selfish policy, it ought to be conducted with all the calmness of wisdom and disinterestedness of virtue. You will, I have no doubt, meet this part of your duty with a fixed purpose of regarding only the public good, and promoting the honor and welfare of the state.
Of the laws now in force that may require amendment, I particularly invite your attention to that which authorises the supreme court to grant Bills of Divorce. One of the necessary qualities and conditions that constitute a good law, is, that it be adequate to its end, and shall prevent the evil against which it is directed. As the existing law on the subject of divorce dissolves the
bonds of matrimony, on the real or implied criminality of either party, it is justly to be apprehended, indeed experience hath proved the fact, that it includes a temptation to commit the offence, for the sake of separation.—Marriage being, of all human institutions, that in which society is most interested, I have no doubt the legislature will give it an attention commensurate with its moral and political consequence, and duly consider, that as families are the elementary forms of society, their distinct connexion ought not to be dissolved on slight grounds, nor the dissonance furnished with an opportunity to free himself from restraint by the commission of a crime.
The business particularly entrusted to me by the legislature at their last session, relative to the boundary line between this state and the province of Canada, has been strictly attended to, and will be the subject of a future message.
I have the honor to lay before you certain resolutions of the legislatures of Kentucky, Pennsylvania, North-Carolina and Massachusetts, transmitted by their respective governments, to receive your concurrence and adoption. The amendment to the constitution of the United States, proposed by the states of Kentucky and Pennsylvania, which has for its object the abridgement of the judiciary power of the courts of the United States, and to confine their jurisdiction to certain cases therein mentioned, will necessarily attract your most serious and careful consideration. Whatever may have a tendency to weaken any part of the conventional obligation of the confederate states, or diminish that expectation of an impartial administration of justice, which maintains an unsuspicious intercourse between the citizens of the different states, and on which mutual credit and confidence are founded; whatever can open a door for the admission of jealousy and distrust, will certainly not be adopted by you, without the most urgent and indispensable necessity.
The amendment proposed by North-Carolina and adopted by Massachusetts, for putting a stop to the importation of slaves into the United States, will likewise call for your legislative decision. It cannot, I flatter myself, be necessary that I should impress on your minds, that the "Genius of universal emancipation" ought to be cherished by Americans; that there is no complexion incompatible with freedom; and that we owe to the character of our country, in the abstract, and the laws of humanity, our best endeavors to repress that impious and immoral practice.
It cannot be too often repeated, that union and moderation are the principal constituents of national safety and happiness. Although you may have left in your respective towns, many individuals, heated with political zeal, and in the eagerness of emulation, contending merely for pre-eminence, I trust this deliberative body will be influenced by a candid, tolerant spirit, which will justly command the affection of the wise and good, and the approbation of your constituents.
In every attempt of this kind, I shall be happy to co-operate with you and as far as in me lies, render that assistance which the constitution has made part of my official duty.
ISAAC TICHENOR.
October 12, 1805.
From the Charleston Times of Oct. 19.
"On Thursday last, about 100 miles to the eastward of the bar, captain Hutchinson, of the ship Rolla, from Liverpool, fell in with the French privateer sch. Superb, captain Dominique, and was ordered to come on board the privateer with his papers. This order captain H. immediately complied with; but no sooner had he got on board than he was surrounded by 15 or 20 Frenchmen, Spaniards, and mulattoes, who with violent threats and much abuse, drawing their knives and daggers, were proceeding to take his papers by force. This captain H. resisted, but shewing each of his papers separately, they were satisfied of the property being American, and told him he might proceed.
While captain Hutchinson was undergoing this examination, a lieutenant and six of the privateersmen jumped into the Rolla's boat, and going on board the ship commenced a most disgraceful scene of plunder—breaking open the chests in the cabin, stealing every article they could lay their hands on, and otherwise behaving like savages and pirates. On captain H. returning to the ship they were about taking away his boat—upon his refusing to give her up, the privateersmen struck him several times, and threatened to stab him, but finding him resolute and determined not to give up his property without a struggle, they went off.
Captain Hutchinson was informed by some of the crew, that they had engaged a ship off our bar, which they supposed to be a Guineaman; and that they had four men killed in the action. The sails and rigging of the privateer were much cut, but her hull did not appear to have received much injury. A great number of wounded men were on the decks, one of whom captain H. supposed to be the captain. They also confirmed the report of the captain having shot the lieutenant, for attempting to haul down the colors. The privateer had but two guns mounted; the rest, they stated, were in the hold. Captain H. observed several people below, whom he supposed to be prisoners; but was not suffered to speak to any of them.
Boston, October 28.
A letter from Mr. Barnard, supercargo of the ship Indus, to his friend in
this town, dated Halifax, Oct. 12, says, "Our ship was brought to trial on the 9th inst. when, after hearing everything against, and nothing for me, the judge decreed for the captors, though he admitted the property to belong to citizens of the United States; but said, that it was the intention of the owners to send the same to Europe, after it had been landed, and for that reason he was under the necessity of condemning it. As respects capt. Myrick and myself, he condemned our property, because we had so much! He could consider us in no other light than merchants, though it had been formerly the practice to restore the private adventures. You must naturally suppose we do not feel in the best spirits, after losing our all."
The belligerent nations act towards the neutrals in the most arbitrary manner. A neutral vessel at sea, without guns to protect herself, stands no more chance of escape, than a traveller with money in his pocket when he meets a highwayman on the road. If the vessel is rich, she is always certain of being captured and carried into port for adjudication, and then in three cases out of four, she is sure of being condemned, and if dismissed, the charges eat up half the cargo. The mere expenses of defending a ship and getting out the appeal papers in the English islands, have been lately found to exceed 3 or 4000 dollars, and in England, if a ship is dismissed, the captains are made to pay 2 or 300 dollars, light money, besides pilotage, when the ships have been brought in contrary to the inclination of the master. If a ship is dismissed, all the charges, of every name and nature, ought to fall on the captors. The captured should not be obliged to pay any thing. And when a cargo is condemned, as enemy's property, the freight at least is due, admitting it to be enemy's property, and in this case the ship herself ought to escape. This is not said to excuse the British adjudication of the cargo, because it is well known, the practice is lately very common with the English to condemn the whole ship and cargo, when they have been fully proved to be American. Our merchants are daily robbed of thousands of their hard earned property. They have very heavy charges indeed to present against the British, on the score of adjudication. But they need not expect indemnification for a long time to come, as Britain wants their property to carry on the war against France and pay the subsidies to Russia, &c. Those who wish a continental war would do well to recollect, that American adjudicated ships and cargoes go to pay a considerable part of the expenses. When a nation spends one hundred and fifty millions of dollars annually, they feel themselves obliged to plunder where they can, to support their extravagance and waste of property.
Salem Register.
Boston, October 20.
Extract of a letter from Havana, to the Editor, dated October 1, 1805.
SIR,
Since our last commercial advices, government have prohibited foreign vessels to load in future at the outports, excepting those which were cleared through the customs previous to the issuing this decree. We however look upon the arrangement as temporary, and presume the decree will soon be revoked, and the same liberty granted as before.
Vessels are not now permitted to enter any part of their cargoes for exportation, without paying the inward duties—that is, no vessel is allowed to break bulk without becoming responsible for the payment of the whole amount of duties on all her cargo, though it should be partially exported. It is said that the necessities of government have caused this arrangement.
Boston, Oct. 28.
By an arrival at Portland from Bordeaux, French accounts are received as late as the 13th Sept. They however, but briefly state, that it was the general opinion in France, that war between that country and Austria would be declared in the course of a few days; and that in consequence of this expectation a great stagnation of business prevailed throughout all the maritime ports.
A letter from Cadiz, dated August 19, states, that a new and additional duty of one dollar per barrel has been imposed on all flour imported into the ports of Spain. Cadiz and St. Lucar were rigorously blockaded.
100 Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from the subscriber on the night of the 24th inst. two negro fellows Bena and Peter—Bena is about 32 years of age, 5 feet 10 inches high, complexion not very dark, has very thick lips, stoops in his walk, is remarkably knockneed, and his ankles are very large, and have the appearance of being much swollen—he is by trade a black-smith, and extremely awkward at any other work.
Peter is about the same age, about 6 feet high, complexion rather light, long wool, walks very erect, is a very plausible fellow, and will no doubt endeavor to pass himself as a free man. The cloaths they wore and carried off are not known, but it is supposed they will appear better dressed than negroes commonly do, as they left all their common cloaths at home.
If found out of the state, the above reward will be given, if found in the state 40 dollars, and if in the county 20 or one half for either.
WILLIAM ALEXANDER.
Prince William county. Vir. Nov 6—tf.
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The highest price, in Cash or Books will be given for any quantity of clean Linen and Cotton Rags, by Rapine Conrad and Co. Capitol Hill. June 24—
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Nov. 6, 1805.
TRIPOLITAN TREATY.
We have ever been of the opinion that under a republican government, it is desirable that there should be an opposition of no inconsiderable strength. Such is the tendency of power, however cautiously bestowed, to abuse, even in the hands of the best and wisest men, that the welfare of communities requires that its exercise should be guarded by checks other than those which are to be found in the breasts of those who possess it. And as the interests of men generally supply them with the strongest motives, it is desirable that this check should be found in a body of men who are interested in displacing those in office, and themselves assuming the reins of government.
Such an opposition may be considered a national blessing, provided it pursue a liberal and dignified policy. There always will be in every community very different opinions of the fundamental principles which ought to regulate the conduct and shape the measures of those in power. Those who entertain different opinions from the administration on these points cannot be expected to justify the system of their measures pursued. But they may be expected not indiscriminately to denounce every measure. They may be expected to maintain the language of decency; they may be expected to avoid the wanton traduction of private character; they may be expected to abstain from impeaching purity of motives; and they may be expected, in the warfare they wage, steadily to hold in view the nature and tendency of measures rather than the men who pursue them. An opposition, we repeat it, thus conducted, would be an honorable opposition, and would most essentially contribute to the welfare of their country. If they did not do much, they would probably avert the adoption of some measures which might be injurious; or they would at any rate either obtain a modification of them, or insure their honest and impartial execution. It would be eminently to their vigilance that the head of the executive government would be indebted for the faithful discharge of duty by its subordinate agents in the various and remote quarters of the union. Their eye, gifted with microscopic power, would see and magnify every defect, and would, thus pave the way to its correction or removal.
Such an opposition would likewise be the best ordeal for the course of measures pursued by the administration. By making a constant and loud appeal to the people, vigorous enquiry would be excited and kept up, the people would not fail to examine for themselves, to judge for themselves, and biased by no wayward motives, to approve or condemn according to the dictates of their judgments. The measures recommended or adopted by being contemplated on every side, and from every point of view, would be distinctly seen in all their bearings; the administration itself would often discover defects not previously perceived; a servile adherence or enthusiastic devotion to system would be checked; and by this means the public good be greatly promoted. In this way too, according to the theory of the most perfect governments, the minority would come in for a share in the administration of power. The adoption of some measures and the modification of others would be owing to their vigilance, wisdom and counsel. Such would be the prominent effects of a virtuous, a vigorous, and an enlightened opposition. Let me add, such were the effects of that virtuous, vigorous and enlightened opposition, which, during the recent period of political apostasy, waged with error a warfare of principle, unsurpassed, perhaps unequalled in virtue and dignity, in the annals of the world. With the arms of truth and reason, a bold appeal was made to the understandings of the people, and instead of inflaming their passions, their judgments were convinced. Headed by a Jefferson, a Clinton, a Madison, a Gallatin, and other distinguished citizens, the opposition was conducted with a moderation united with a vigor which commanded success. Let me not be told that the dignity of truth and the purity of fair argument were stained by the slanders of a Callender, and of a few other wretches, who skulked in darkness. These men were more the objects of censure among those whose cause they espoused, than among those they denounced. To the former their writings were felt as cause for humiliation, while the latter exulted in them.
The effects of such an opposition, we have all seen, and we all know. They have wrested republicanism from the embraces of its enemies, and have placed it on ground whose strength defies the utmost power of its enemies.
Glorious would it be to our country, were we permitted to stop here; and could we say here is the model of an opposition, which has been since invariably adopted. It would save modesty many a blush, and national character many a poignant regret. But, in accordance with the ordinary laws of nature, under which darkness succeeds to
light, it would seem as if by some blind fatality the present opposition were involuntarily, and against their clearest interests, driven to a course of procedure directly the reverse of that exhibited by their predecessors. Indiscriminate opposition, uninterupted abuse, the ascription of impure motives, the charge of infamous character, the denial of even common sense, are rung in ten thousand changes from the first of January to the last of December. Every thing is wrong, every thing corrupt—because we are not involved in war with England, with France, with Spain, with all the pirates of the Mediterranean, and because our debt does not increase with the rapidity of that of England; because a vast army to the west does not humble the arrogance of Spain, and a still greater navy, riding in proud triumph the ocean, does not with British quixotism wantonly spend the blood and treasures of the country.
Some few measures, it might have been hoped, would have escaped this wanton denunciation. The defence of our trade by warlike measures, is a favorite dogma of federalism, and a splendid navy its idol. When this efficient instrument was despatched to the Mediterranean, we were told the measure was federal. With somewhat of childish vanity federalists put the feather in their cap, and strutted with the vain glory it inspired. They were permitted to enjoy the triumph; for our readers well know that the republicans of America have always doubted the policy of a large naval force used for the purposes of protecting trade. They have thought that it has "an awful squinting towards monarchy," that it tends to aggrandize the executive, to embroil a nation in perpetual war, and to build up a vast funded debt, or create the pretext for heavy taxes whose collection may require the aid of the bayonet. But our good friends were, in this respect, gratified. They got their hobby, and they rode it as most hobbies are ridden.
Well, a naval force was sent to the Mediterranean—misfortunes, the result of accident, befell us—the force was increased—New frigates were equipped—and gun-boats added, which the silly English applauded as models, and wise federalists laughed at as baubles. Our captive countrymen have been released and restored to the bosom of their country, peace has been made on honorable terms—Good men rejoice that the sword is sheathed, and the high spirited exult in the new laurels that adorn the valor of our countrymen. We have got all we wanted without shedding the blood of the innocent, without sacrificing the lives of our brave tars. We have preserved our force unbroken, ready, if necessary, to chastise the injustice of our enemies, should an indignant country bid them. For this we have paid the paltry sum of 60,000 dollars, a sum, which, divided among the people of the United States, does not exceed a cent a head. We have liberated the nation from an annual tax of near seven hundred thousand dollars. We have established with the pirates a character for justice and energy. We have taught them that we can and will command the one, if necessary, with the other.
But unfortunately we have not dethroned the reigning bashaw, and placed the pretender on the throne—streams of blood have not flowed in copious libations to the grim king of terrors; the helpless and the innocent have not been immolated to the false glory of military triumph; the pacific genius of republican America, whose virtue is her only true pride, has not wantonly murdered the innocent, or desolated and depopulated the fields of the unoffending, and sunk the miserable slaves of a despot still deeper in misfortunes.
Had this sanguinary scene been unfolded by the triumph of our arms, and murder, conflagration, and famine wreaked their deadly and indiscriminate vengeance on thousands and tens of thousands, history might have immortalised, but would it have approved the act? Would not its impartial award have placed it to the account of unruly passion, and regretted the absence of that magnanimity, which, always just and moderate, accomplishes its ends by means the least destructive to the happiness of others.
Besides, was it certain that the victory at Derne was the presage of triumph at Tripoli? And if it was, might not the lives of our countrymen have been lost? And for this what triumph would have atoned?
But, placing all these considerations aside; allowing it, only for argument sake, as probable that Mr. Eaton would have vanquished every interposing obstacle, still it was proper in Mr. Lear to seize and improve the auspicious moment, and to make peace on honorable terms. It was right in Mr. Eaton to rest contented with the laurels he had acquired. His glory is neither mean nor weak. In this fortunate event he shares the honor. To him belongs the sweet reflection of having ably aided the restoration of three hundred of his fellow-citizens to their country and to freedom, of having made a peace on honorable terms, and of having contributed to elevate the American character in the eyes of foreign nations.
The following interesting article is taken from Poulson's American Daily Advertiser, a print which, though decidedly federal, is characterised by unusual accuracy. Whence the Editor derived it is not stated; but there is no reason to question the correctness of its details. Amidst the arrogant assumptions of power by the European nations in relation to the United States, and its unjust exercise, it is cause of satisfaction to find one truly great power honorably engaged in cultivating good offices, and in cementing reciprocal interests with a nation, too great in her own

resources to desire to prey on those of other nations, and whose policy recommends the observance of justice to all mankind. For the governments of such nations to be on terms of amity reflects on them the highest honor, inasmuch as it manifests a clear perception of their true interests, and a willingness to cooperate towards their maintenance.  It would not, perhaps, be difficult to draw a close parallel between the probable career of the United States and Russia. Already has the spirit of liberty erected in the former the noblest structure which the world has ever beheld, and already has the spirit of reform in the latter announced the triumph of principle and civilization over tyranny & barbarism. Both nations are rich in the resources bestowed by a beneficent Providence. Both contain within themselves the means of independence and prosperity. Both are placed aloof from the contentions of rival powers. Both, under an enlightened and virtuous administration of their affairs, are progressing in consequence with unprecedented rapidity. Already is the one, in a great degree, the arbiter of the old world, and the other absolutely the arbiter of the new. Over the one presides the philosophic genius of a Paul, and over the other that of a Jefferson, both of whom are covered with popularity and glory.
On the 5th of July last a most brilliant fete was given at St. Petersburg, Russia, by the merchants of that city, on the occasion of laying the foundation stone to the new exchange, for which the emperor the last year appropriated two millions of Rubles. At this ceremony the emperor, empress, and dowager empress, and the whole imperial family and court attended, and honored two hundred of the principal merchants with their presence, at one of the most magnificent entertainments which has ever been known in Russia. This feast was given in the hall of the present exchange, which was fitted up in a style of great elegance for the purpose, the flags of various nations were judiciously arranged and formed an appropriate part of the decoration; those of the U. S. were observed to occupy the most conspicuous positions over the door by which the emperor and court entered, and immediately in front of his majesty the three ensigns of Russia, America, and England formed a festoon, the Russian Ensign in the centre, American on its right and English on its left. His majesty was saluted on his entry into the hall by a band of martial music, and on being seated, a choir of one hundred performers executed in a most impressive style, an ode which was composed for the occasion; on the health of the emperor being given, the music struck forth in all the grandeur suited to the occasion, and the enthusiasm, animated by the libation, was re-echoed from the artillery of the admiralty, in glorious tribute to the most beloved of monarchs. The emperor was extremely free and affable, conversed with a number of merchants, and testified the highest gratification. After remaining at table an hour and a half, the imperial guests retired amidst the applause of their happy hosts, the discharge of cannon, and the acclamations of an innumerable populace, which rent the air with shouts of Long live our Beloved Monarch, long live their Majesties!
On the 12th of July the emperor returned the compliment, by inviting the whole of the mercantile body, and the principal foreign consuls, who were present at the preceding feast, to an entertainment at the Taurian palace; where, as before, the whole imperial family were assembled, and dined together. After dinner their majesties retired to the hall of audience, where they received the compliments of several of the principal merchants who were presented by the minister of commerce on the occasion, and also those of the respective consuls present.  These, we believe, are the first instances of a monarch of Russia dining with a corporation of merchants. The present emperor, who is the idol of his subjects, animated by the most laudable views to their happiness, is ever active in the means of giving it effect.  The improvement of the empire in all its departments, and the commerce of Russia occupies his steady application, which has but too little occupied the attention of his predecessors, promises under his auspices to attain a rank with that of the first nations of the world.  The high consideration with which the commerce of America is regarded in Russia is evinced by the position in which their flags were placed at the feast given at the exchange, and the distinguished attention which we find its consul to have received at the court of St. Petersburg, and which was extended to him in a most pointed manner on these public occasions, are ample testimonies of the respect entertained by the emperor for the U. States.
A Medical and Agricultural Register has been proposed in Middlesex, Mass. and has been approved by the W. society of M. Husbandmen. It has been proposed to be published by Dr. Daniel Adams. It has been encouraged also by the Kennebec Medical Society.
Last year, says the American Mercury, the highest on the federal list for assistants was 12,543, this year it is 11,162, loss 1,381—last year the highest on the republican list was 7,990, this year it is 7,852, loss 138—and yet the Courant says, (when it is known that the federalists in this state have lost more than thirteen hundred votes the year past) "The federalists in the U. States have cause of joy in results of the late elections of Vermont, Connecticut, &c."
Extracts of a letter from the collector at Port Stoddard, to the collector of New Orleans, dated the 2d ult.  "The N. Eastern mail for this place and N. Orleans, which was lost in the Creek nation, on the 18th of the last month, was since found; and has been received at this office. The portmanteaux were cut open; one of which is found to be empty, and the other to contain about 15 or 20lb. of packages for New Orleans, several of which to your address, from the treasury department; several of the packages of letters I found loose, which I have put under new covers, and shall forward them per mail immediately—and should the waters be impassable (as has lately been the case) I shall send the mail via Mobile and the lake, by the first opportunity."
Extract of a letter from Halifax, dated October 12.  "The trial of the Indus and cargo came on the 9th instant when contrary to our expectations both ship and owner's part of the cargo were condemned, on the ground that it appeared it was intended to send her from Boston to Embden with the same goods."
New Orleans, Sept. 28.  We learn from a respectable quarter, that immediately on receiving word of the seizure of the Kemper, by the Spaniards, gov. Williams wrote to gov. Grandison, demanding them—and stating that if they were not delivered, he would be under the necessity of making the next demand at the point of the bayonet. Had gov. Claiborne treated a certain Marquis in the like spirited manner, the eyes of our citizens would not have been so long offended, nor their feelings insulted, by the appearance in our streets, of armed men in the Spanish uniform.
October 2.  The mail, via Port Stoddard, we have reason to believe, will for a short time be suspended, since the first post rider was killed on that route, another has been shot through the hat, and we are told that no one can now be found hardy enough to ride.
Norfolk, Oct. 30.  We are authorised to say, that the merchants of this place have determined to present a representation to the government, of the depredations which have been committed on their commerce by the different belligerent powers, and that memorials accompanied with documents in each case, are now preparing.  We are happy to know that this measure has been at last adopted, and have been surprised that it has been so long delayed. Although the government may not be ignorant of all these depredations, there is no one who can suppose that it can take newspaper accounts for official documents, to justify a representation to a foreign government, it is uncaudal to suppose so.
BRITISH NATIONAL DEBT.    An account showing what has been redeemed of the national debt, the land tax, and imperial loan, to the 1st of August 1805:   Redeemed by annual million, &c. 1. 55,499,070 0 0   Ditto by 1. 1 per cent. per ann. on loans 41,967,505 0 0   Ditto by land tax 22,094,395 0 0   Ditto by 1. 1 per cent. per ann. on imperial loan 595,767 0 0   Total. 120,156,737 0 0   The sum to be expended in the ensuing quarter is 1,831,606 6 4 
Norfolk, October 30.  Captain Cox, who arrived yesterday from Bermuda, has furnished us with the following account of singular address and enterprise. A government schooner of 14 guns completely fitted and provisioned for a cruise of six months, was lying in the port of St. Georges. On account of some circumstance it became necessary to put the master of a French privateer and about 45 of his men on board the schooner; they were not confined in irons, and a corporal's guard was put over them. The officers of the schooner were mostly on shore, and the lieutenant commanding dined on shore. The master of the privateer took this occasion to overpower the guard and few men on board, whom he confined below, and then dressing himself in the uniform of the lieutenant, and disguising his men, he got the schooner under way, and passed the batteries without interruption, and giving three cheers when he turned the point out of reach of the guns, he proceeded on a cruise, with a stronger vessel than he had lost, and one more completely fitted. The situation of the harbour, on account of the number of forts and cannon mounted in different parts of the harbor, and the difficulty of the navigation of the channel in some places not more than two hundred feet wide, rendered this a hazardous undertaking in open day. The Frenchman owes we understand his success to the strict discipline of the guard having charge of a piece of cannon at one of the alarm posts. One person only had discovered the Frenchman in this business, who went with all speed to the guard and told them the circumstance, requesting them to fire and alarm the forts below, but this the guard refused, alleging that they were ordered never to fire, but by the order of the Commandant; before the Commandant could be found the Frenchman was clear of the port.
CARLISLE, October 1.  DICKINSON COLLEGE.  A Commencement for conferring degrees was held in this college on Wednesday, the 25th inst. The exercises were performed in the Presbyterian Church, in the presence of a large and respectable audience, who appeared highly pleased with the several ingenious and lively specimens of oratory.  After prayer, the following orations were delivered:  The Salutatory , in latin, on the advantages of learning; by Mr. James Linn, of Cumberland county, Pennsylvania.  An oration on honor, by Mr. G. Buchanan, of York county.  An oration on liberty, by Mr. W. Barr, of Cumberland county.  An oration on the choice of a profession, by Mr. Stephen Duncan, of Carlisle.  The degree of Bachelor of Arts was conferred on the following young gentlemen (who had now finished their course)—  Stephen Duncan, William Barr, Geo. Buchanan, James Linn and Alexander Mahon: and the degree of Master of Arts on the Rev'd Robert Kennedy, the Rev'd Amos A. M'Ginley, the Rev'd Joseph Brady, Dr. William Steel (of Carlisle) and Mr. Jas. R. Black, student of law in the state of Delaware—all former graduates in this college.  The Valedictory was then delivered, in praise of public seminaries of learning and their generous patrons, by Mr. Alexander Mahon, of Cumberland county.  The whole was concluded with an appropriate address to the graduates, and prayer, by R. Davidson, D. D. President of the Faculty.  The commencement, it is expected, will be always held, in future, on the last Wednesday of September in every year. The proper time for students to enter college is immediately after the October vacation. Those who have carefully read the usual Latin & Greek classics, may then be admitted into the junior class, and, by pursuing the regular course, obtain a degree in two years.  Preparations are making for the college being opened on the 1st of November next, in the new and spacious edifice erected on the ruins of that which was burnt down in 1803. And in a short time, it is expected, all the students may be accommodated with boarding in the new building.  The price of tuition is 20 dollars per annum, and that of boarding about 100 dollars in private families. Few towns perhaps are favored with a greater degree of health, or hold out greater inducements to studious youth, who wish to enjoy the benefits of a liberal education.  The trustees are determined to do every thing in their power to put the institution in a flourishing condition: and they have the satisfaction with truth to say, that both the government and mode of tuition are not inferior to those of any other seminary with which they are acquainted.
NOTICE.  A Semi-Annual Fair will be held in the City of Washington on the first Wednesday in November next—and continue the Thursday and Friday following.  Premiums will be distributed as usual.  October 28.
FOR SALE,  A TWO STORY BRICK HOUSE and LOT in the city of Washington, situated on the Pennsylvania avenue near the Centre Market, and next door to Mr. Duan's book store, now leased to Mr. Solomon Myers for three years and occupied by him as a tavern. This property will be sold considerably below the first cost, and the payments made easy. For terms apply to the subscriber next door to Mr. Way's Printing Office.  WILLIAM WOODWARD. September 18—2awtf
Valuable property for Sale.  THE subscriber being desirous of removing from this part of the country, will offer for sale, to the highest bidder, on Wednesday the 20th of November next, if fair, if not the next fair day, the plantation on which he resides. This property contains upwards of 500 acres of land, and is situated in the Forest of Prince George's county about four miles from Upper Marlborough, and thirteen from the city of Washington upwards of 150 acres of the above is very valuable wood land, the balance arable, except about 30 acres of meadow, to which 15 or 20 more may be added at a small expence, remarkably level and equal for the production of tobacco, Indian corn, and small grain, to perhaps any land in the country. The improvements are a comfortable framed Dwelling house, sufficient for the accommodation of a large family, and every necessary out houses. four good tobacco houses, overfiers house, blacksmith's shop, all in good repair, an extensive garden and two wells of good water. A further description of the above valuable property is deemed unnecessary, as it is presumed that no one will bid for the same without previously viewing it. The terms of sale will be made known on the day of sale, and provided the proprietor can effect a satisfactory sale thereof, he will on the same day offer for sale a valuable personal property, consisting of negroes, flock of various kinds, household furniture, plantation utensils. The terms of sale for which will also be made known on the day of sale.  CLEMENT BROOKE. Prince George county Maryland, September 20—wtf
THEATRE.  FOR THE BENEFIT OF  MRS. HOPKINS.  THIS EVENING, NOVEMBER 6.  Will be presented a ROMANTIC DRAMA, In three acts, (written by Mr. G. Lewis, esq.) called  ADELMORN, OR THE OUTLAW.  In act III—A vision which exhibits the images presented to the mind of Adelmorn in a Dream.  TO WHICH WILL BE ADDED, The most Tragical, Comical, Operatical Tragedy, that ever was Tragedized by any Comical Company of Tragedians, called,  THE LIFE AND DEATH OF Tom Thumb the Great, OR THE LILLIPUTIAN HERO.  In act the Second—The death of the whole Royal Family and all the Court, with their re-animation by the art of Merlin.  ADMITTANCE—Box one Dollar, Pitt three quarters of a Dollar.  Tickets to be had at Mr. McLaughlin's tavern, George-Town, at the office of the Washington Federalist, at the Theatre, and at A. & G. Way's Printing-Office.  Doors to be opened at half past FIVE, and the performance to commence at half past SIX o'clock.
ELISA RIGGS,  Has imported by the ships Wm. Murdoch and Enterprise from London, and the United States, Newton, and Abena from Liverpool, eighty-nine PACKAGES of Seasonable Goods, which he bought of the manufacturers principally for cash, will be sold much lower by the piece or retail, than any not imported direct to this place, for cash or in exchange for tobacco.  Among them are,   9 Bales superfine, and second clothes and costings,  29 do. plains, kerseys, cottons and blankets,  10 do. flannels, carpets and hockings,  10 trunks, closets, calicoes and hosiery,  5 do. cambric muffs and umbrellas,  8 cases London hats,  3 do. ladies waukeebon bonnets,  1 trunk lace frades, black laces and veils,  1 case damask and diaper table cloths and ticking,  6 casks knives and forks, buttons, fiddlery, seine twine, &c.  3 cases fluting cambrics, dimities and cotton counterpanes,   Also,  Silk hosiery, Chambra muffs, Irish linens, Gloves, hatters trimmings, Silk shawls, furniture trimmings, and many other articles.  George Town, Oct. 30—tawtf
To be Sold,  Or EXCHANGED for other property in the City, or its vicinity.  TWO valuable and contiguous TRACTS of LAND in the state of Kentucky, the one containing 6880 acres, and the other 6352 acres, by late survey. They are under old and indisputable titles of more than twenty years, and situate in a populous county, adjoining flourishing settlements. All taxes thereon have been duly paid. Apply to the subscriber,  JOHN BECKLEY. City of Washington, } November 6—wtf }
Ten Dollars Reward.  DEFERTED from on board the United States frigate United States in ordinary, on the night of the 2nd inst a negro man who calls himself DAYMAN, about 5 feet 8 inches high and smooth face. Whoever will apprehend said negro and bring him to the Navy Yard shall receive the above reward and reasonable expences.  J. CASSIN. November 6—3t
WASHINGTON TONTINE.  SUBSCRIBERS to this Institution who have not fixed the lives on which they choose their stock to depend, will please to take notice, that it cannot be done after the 31st day of December ensuing; the constitution providing, that after that day, there can be no change of lives. Written directions on this subject, sent to the subscriber in season, will be duly attended to.  REN: STODDERT. October 16—eptDec.
Preparing for the Press  AND will be published early in the Spring, in one closely printed volume, The spirit of the Public Journals; Being an impartial selection of the best original Poetry, Essays, &c. which have appeared in the newspapers of the United States during the year 1805.  The Editors of Newspapers who exchange with the BALTIMORE Evening Post, are requested to give the above advertisement a few insertions in their papers. When published, a copy of the work will be sent to each office.  Sept. 9—
HISTORY  Of the West Indies:  A WORK in the content of which every citizen of America must be interested, whether devoted to business, or desirous of information through the medium of amusement.  A new & revised edition of Mr. Edwards's History of the West Indies, with a third volume, (completed by its amiable author a short time previous to his death) has lately been published in London. This third volume contains the interesting and important history, with a large Map of the Island of St. Domingo, or Hispaniola, as also that of Pechago; likewise a history of the war in the West Indies from its commencement in 1793 and a tour of it: William Young through several of the islands. It is accompanied by a highly finished portrait of Mr. Edwards, a history of his life written by himself, and a prefatory advertisement by Sir William Young, Baronet, M. P. F. R. S. &c. under whose editorship it has been given to the public.
The subscriber, impressed with a sense of the great importance a general knowledge of the history, civil and commercial, of the West Indies, must be to every citizen of America, and of the great celebrity of the above work, proposes to print it by subscription, and respectfully offers the following for public patronage and encouragement.  Proposals for Printing,  From the London copy, 3 volumes quarto,  THE HISTORY, CIVIL AND COMMERCIAL, Of the British Colonies in the West Indies.  BY BRYAN EDWARDS, ESQ. F. R. S. A. S.  Containing, with a variety of other matter:—   A political and topographical survey of the sugar islands.  A comprehensive account of the ancient and present inhabitants, agriculture, productions, laws, government, constitution and commerce.  An historical review of the slave trade; including observations on the character, genius, disposition, and situation of the enslaved Africans.  An historical review of St. Domingo, comprehending an account of the former government of the French part of that island, its political state, populations, productions, and exports; a narrative of the calamities which have desolated the island ever since the year 1789; and a detail of the transactions of the British army in that island.  Also, a tour through the islands of Barbadoes, St. Vincent, Antigua, Tobago and Grenada, by Sir William Young, Baronet, &c. And  A history of the war in the West Indies from its commencement in 1793, &c. &c. 
CONDITIONS.  It will be printed in four volumes, large octavo, on a perfectly new and beautiful type, and on a handsome large medium paper, agreeable to a specimen, which may be had at the subscriber's Book Store.  The price to subscribers to be three dollars the volume, in boards; each volume to be paid for on delivery.  With the last volume will be given an ATLAS, (without any additional price) containing the following maps, viz.   1 A large general map of the West Indies.  2 Map of Jamaica.  3 Barbadoes.  4 Grenada.  5 St. Vincent.  6 Dominica.  7 St. Christopher's.  8 Nevis.  9 Antigua.  10 Virgin islands.  11 St. Domingo, or Hispaniola.  12 Tobago.   To prevent disappointment or complain, it is now premised, that on the publication of the second volume the subscription price will be advanced to three dollars and a half the volume, and on the publication of the last volume the price will be again enhanced.  With the last volume, besides the Atlas, will be given an elegant engraving of the celebrated author. Also a list of the subscribers names.  The London copy of the foregoing work in three volumes cannot be sold in America, in boards, under sixty dollars.  JAMES HUMPHREYS.  Subscriptions are received by said Humphreys at his book-store the corner of Second and Walnut Streets, and by the principal booksellers through the Union. Philadelphia, July 15—
Ten Dollars Reward.  WAS missed on Sunday, the 5th of May a double cased silver Watch, maker's name Crookshank, Dublin, and in the outer case was a watch paper with Mr. Parker's name of Philadelphia—Whoever will bring the said watch to the office of the National Intelligencer, shall receive the above reward, and no questions will be asked.  May 10—tf.  THE MEDICAL LECTURES in the UNIVERSITY of PENNSYLVANIA will commence the second Monday in November.  2awtf

Five Dollars Reward.
STRAYED from the commons of the city of Washington, about the 14th of July, a large light brown cow. One of her horns is more bent and apparently shorter than the other; her tail has been cut off where the long hairs begin; one side of her buttock appears higher than the other; there is a large white place on her left buttock; some white on her forehead and down the side; her ear mark is not remembered. Whoever brings said cow to the subscriber shall receive five dollars reward. JOHN LENTHALL. Nov. 1-3t.
Two Dollars Reward.
LOST on Tuesday last, between the subscriber's house and the Columbia Bank, a Gold Seal attached to a pinhook chain, on the stone was engraved a shield, with the cyphers G. A. over it, and a dove with an olive branch. Whoever returns it to the subscriber shall receive the above reward. GEORGE ANDREWS. Nov. 1-3t.
WILLIAM S. NICHOLLS,
HAS just received a large and handsome assortment of FALL & WINTER GOODS, consisting of Superfine Cloths and Cassimeres, Second do. Blue and Striped Blankets, Kersey and Hafficks, Red, Blue and Green Dockings, Flannels, Baizes, Fancy Cords, Velvets and Velveteens, Calicoes and Chintzes, White and Colored Cambrics, Bennetts, Cord and Swansdown Waistcoating, Durants and Calimancoes, Hosiery of every kind, Dimities, London Hats, Umbrellas, German and Irish Linens, India Mullins, Carpeting & Coatings, with many articles in the fancy line, which he will sell on the lowest terms for cash. George Town, Oct. 23-3w
On a liberal credit.
THE subscriber will dispose of at private sale, his estate called Chichester, lying on the eastern branch, immediately opposite the city of Washington. This tract of land containing 697 acres is laid off in lots from 83 to 144 acres for the convenience of purchasers. Plats of the estate and the terms of sale are in the hands of colonel Hanson at the navy yard, and Charles Wayman of George Town. The lots will be shown by Mr. Wedden, living on the premises, near the Eastern Branch bridge. ANTHONY ADDISON. Barnaby, 12th June 1805-tf
District of Columbia, Washington county, July Term, 1805.
John Hoye administrator de bonis non of William Beakins late deceased, and John Hoye and Leonard M c Beakins executors of Francis Beakins, who was executor of said William Beakins-complainants. VERSUS Adam Murray Stewart, Deborah Stewart, executrix of Walter Stewart, late deceased, and William Stewart, Robert Stewart, Ann Stewart, Walter Stewart, Henry Stewart, Mary Ann Stewart, heirs and devisees of Walter Stewart deceased, and Sabritt Scott, Walter Story Chandler and Thomas Herty-defendants.
The object of the complaint is to establish a debt due to the complainants, and to have the same paid out of the real and personal estate of the deceased Walter Stewart, and it being proved to the satisfaction of the court that Adam M c Stewart, Deborah Stewart, William Stewart, Robert Stewart, Ann Stewart, Walter Stewart, Henry Stewart and Mary Ann Stewart are not resident in the District of Columbia. It is ordered by the court that the defendant give notice by publication of this order for four weeks in the National Intelligencer, and the Gazette of the United States, before the first day of December next, warning the said defendants to appear in this court in person or by solicitor on or before the first day of January next to answer the bill of complaint or else cause, if any, why the complainants should not have the relief prayed for in their bill. By Order, WM. BRENT, Ck. October 9-4w
STELLE'S HOTEL & CITY TAVERN.
THE Subscriber takes this method of thanking his friends and the public for their favors which on the Capitol Square and being now occupying the tavern, late Tunnicliff's hotel; which he has commenced enlarging and improving. He respectfully solicits a continuance of the patronage of his friends and the public; assuring them that his full determination is to put up his present hotel, and to conduct it, as to merit, he hopes, the preference of the public travelling, as well as those coming to the permanent seat of the Government of our Land of Liberty. PONTIUS D. STELLE. Washington City, March 25-tf
Wanted Immediately,
AT THE PENNSYLVANIA HOUSE AND CENTRE TAVERN; A BAR-KEEPER, to whom good encouragement will be given. S. MYER. Oct. 21-
City of Washington, Sept. 9, 1805.
Several persons under this session that the public lots in this city are to be disposed of in future by public sales only, having made enquiries when the next sale will probably take place, we are requested to state that those lots may at any time be purchased at private sale of the Superintendent of the City.
WASHINGTON ACADEMY.
TWO PRINCIPAL TEACHERS are wanted in the Academy at the City of Washington, to be opened on the first Monday of January next. They must be qualified to teach reading, writing, the English and Latin languages, geography and the mathematics. Each Principal Teacher to receive five hundred dollars per annum, payable quarterly, for which he is to instruct such poor scholars as may be sent by the Board of Trustees, provided their whole instruction shall not exceed one hundred and twenty quarters in each year; & likewise to receive the entire amount of the tuition money for pay scholars at the rate of fifty dollars a quarter until the number amount to fifty, and beyond that number as shall be fixed by the Board. Out of this compensation he is to pay for necessary assistants, the rent of the school rooms, and other incidental expenses. Applications will be received until the first Monday in December next at the City of Washington by WASHINGTON BOYD, Secretary of the Board of Trustees, or by GABRIEL DUVALL, SAMUEL H. SMITH, WILLIAM CRANCH, Editors friendly to the advancement of Education, are requested to insert the above advertisement a few times.
NOTICE to Delinquent Subscribers to the THEATRE.
ALL Subscribers to the Theatre, who have not made full payments on their shares, or contributed the materials and work promised, are hereby notified that unless the same be done on or before the first day of December next, their shares will be forfeited; after which day certificates of stock will be issued to those subscribers who have complied with the terms of subscription on application to the Directors. ROBERT BRENT, WILLIAM BRENT, SAMUEL H. SMITH, Directors. Sept. 4-tf
To be Sold,
WILL be sold at public sale on the 16th day of December next, if fair, if not the next fair day, at the dwelling house of the late James Weems, of Calvert county, deceased, at the Stock, Furniture, Plate, and several valuable negroes, the property of the deceased. Cash for all sums not exceeding 20 dollars, and for all sums above that, a credit of six months will be given. Bonds with approved security will be required. NATHL. T. WEEMS, Adm r . October 25-cp-w&wf
PROPOSALS.
WILLING to engage the favor and patronage of a liberal public in general, as well as to obtain the approving voice of intelligent and delegated characters in the various parts of the Union, who are about speedily to convene at the National seat of Government, for the purpose of promoting extensive good and individual felicity, the subsequent proposals are, in the intermediate, respectfully submitted. PROPOSALS FOR PRINTING A PHILOSOPHIC WORK, Entitled THE NATURE & STATE OF MAN AS CONNECTED WITH THE WORLD, AND WITH DEITY, In the GOVERNMENT OF THE UNIVERSE. ***** What Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Cicero of old, and other renowned characters of modern date have condescended to unfold only in part, is here freely investigated, and the contents of the volume offered may be said to embrace these interesting particulars, viz, Deity, the World, Man, Orders, simultaneous and successive evils, natural, moral, political and religious governments, free and despotic Laws and Religions, pure and spurious Revolutions, changes, causes and effects, as awfully manifested in the dynasty of the old world, and strikingly admonitory to the happy people of the new, who compose the large family of the great American Republic, and to whom this work is affectionately dedicated.
CONDITIONS.
1. It shall be printed on the best paper, and with a good type, neatly bound and lettered, price ONE DOLLAR. 2. It shall be put to press with all convenient speed, and as soon as a prospect of remuneration can be ascertained from a generous public. The preface will give a review of the Author, and his motives for publication and encouragement; and though a small star in the republic of Letters, yet visible, and approximating to a more brilliant constellation, when the luminous sun of Truth and Light will arise in meridian lustre, and dispel the mist of error and the clouds of darkness.
ELIAS B. CALDWELL,
ATTORNEY AT LAW, HAS removed his Office, to the house lately occupied by Mr. Law, on Capitol Hill. Washington, July 26-tf
CHARLES H. VARDEN,
MERCHANT TAILOR.
Has received from Philadelphia a handsome assortment of FALL goods, consisting of the best London and French superfine cloths, cassimeres, patent Bennet's cord, toilettes, fancy and white Marcellies, black and figured silk, moleskins, fancy silk, Marcellies, constitution cords, velvets, Genoa cord, silk and satin Florentines, superfine coating, knapped cloths, with a variety of other articles suitable for the winter season. N. B. Ladies habits, regimentals, and navy uniforms made in the first style of fashion. New Jersey avenue near the Capitol, December 10-tf
PENNSYLVANIA HOUSE
AND MYER'S CITY TAVERN.
THE Subscriber respectfully acquaints his friends and the public in general that he has removed from his old tavern stand, to the adjoining houses on the Pennsylvania avenue, lately occupied by Mrs. Wilson as a boarding-house, and Mr. Woodward's tavern, in which he is now opening a Complete Hotel. This stand is probably not excelled by any in the city, either for the accommodation of travellers or boarders; being at a convenient and almost equal distance from the Capitol, the President's House, and Public Offices; near the Theatre, Messrs. Way's Printing Office, and Centre Market, opposite the office of the National Intelligencer, and adjoining Mr. Duane's book store. These houses contain twenty-five lodging rooms with fire places, exclusive of dining, bar, assembly, and coffee rooms, servants apartments, &c. The celebrated ridge spring, is conveyed in pipes to the yard of this hotel, where it supplies the whole neighborhood with flowing, cool water, to which the general health of this part of the city has in a great measure been attributed. The fishing of the hotel now erected is considerable; more however will be completed before the meeting of Congress. I now beg leave to inform my friends with confidence, that my prices shall be as heretofore, corresponding with Pennsylvania tavern rates, and in proportion as my elbow room has increased my disposition to please shall be enlarged: I therefore respectfully hope the continuance of a share of the public patronage. SLOMON MYER. Washington, July 24- Independence the 30th year-tf
DISSOLUTION.
THE partnership heretofore existing in George Town, district of Columbia, between Polkinhorn and Hall, saddlers, was by mutual consent dissolved on the first instant. Those who have any demands against the said firm, will present the same to Henry Polkinhorn for settlement, and those indebted are requested to make immediate payment to him, he being duly authorized to settle the affairs of the said firm. HENRY POLKINHORN, WILLIAM HALL. The business will be continued by the subscriber, who has on hand and will be constantly supplied with a general and extensive assortment of every article in the SADDLERY line, also Harness Trunks, &c. HENRY POLKINHORN. October 7-tf
1500 DOLLARS REWARD.
HIGHWAY ROBBERY.
YESTERDAY about 11 o'clock in the forenoon, Mr. JOHN PATAN, an Officer of the BANK OF COLUMBIA, was stopped on horseback on the road between this town and Alexandria, and within about 2 miles of the latter place, by some unknown villain, shot through the body with a pistol, and robbed of a sum of money in his possession belonging to this institution which he was taking to Alexandria, for the purpose of exchanging with the banks there. The whole sum taken amounted Eighteen Thousand One Hundred and Fourteen Dollars and sixty five Cents, made up in several packages, among which were, 1 post note of the Bank of Virginia, for 800 1 do. of the same, for 500 1 do. of the same, for 500 1 do. of the same, for 450 1 do. of the Bank of Potomac in favor of Joseph Biddle by him endorsed to Washington Bowie, dated 6 July, 1805, No 117 149 65 A check of the Union Bank, on the Bank of Alexandria, drawn by R. Higginbotham, cashier, in favor of Greatham and Derrera, by them endorsed and by Wm. Scuderay, and C. Smith, teller. There were also a parcel of post notes of the Bank of Alexandria for 100 dolls. and for 50 dolls. each. The remainder was in current notes, principally of the banks of Alexandria and Potomac, and some few of the Bank of Virginia of different sizes and denominations. As the attack was sudden, and the wound received of a nature to deprive Mr. Peter instantly of his senses, (although it is now hoped he will recover) the description obtained may not be very accurate. As far as we are informed the man who perpetrated the act, is of middle stature, good countenance, and had a genteel appearance. He had on a dark blue or black coat, nankeen pantaloons, shoes, and a black hat, he was on foot and alone at the time, but may have had accomplices concealed, and will probably change his clothes. FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS will be given to any person or persons, who will detect and bring to conviction the robber: and ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS additional for the recovery of the whole of the money, or in proportion for any smaller sum recovered—should there be accomplices, and one of them make a discovery, so that it leads to the conviction of the robber, or to the recovery of the money he shall receive the above reward, and interest will be made to obtain his pardon. WILLIAM WHANN, Cashier of the Bank of Columbia, George Town, July 31-
WASHINGTON TONTINE.
THE Subscriber, appointed by the Directors, agent for the sale of lots belonging to this institution has opened an office for that purpose in the third house from the west end of the Six Buildings, where he will attend every day from 3 to 5 o'clock in the afternoon. The lots are generally situate between George Town and the President's square, between that square and the Capitol, and about the Navy Yard, and amongst them there are some water lots, equal to any in the city, the terms of sale, cash, or short or long credit to suit purchasers; but in cases of credit, the punctilious payment of annual interest, and of the principal at the period stipulated must be well secured. If this be done to satisfaction, the purchasers may almost name their own time of credit. JOSEPH FORREST. October 16-tf
ONE THOUSAND ACRES OF VALUABLE LAND.
To be Sold at Public Sale on the 7th day of November next at Robb's tavern Montgomery Court House 1000 acres of Land, part of Bradford's Roll—there is on the tract 200 acres of wood land—the rest is cleared, the whole well watered, the soil naturally fertile and favorable to tobacco, wheat, and corn, and admirably adapted to the use of Plaster—a considerable portion of meadow may be easily made; it is distant four miles from the Court House of Montgomery county and about 14 from the city of Washington. It will be sold a great bargain, one 4th of the purchase money down, the residue in three equal annual instalments with interest. The title is unquestionable, and a deed with general warranty will be given on payment of the purchase money. JOHN RONSEY PLATER. October 4-taw6w
Twenty Dollars Reward.
WILL be given for apprehending NIM, a small mulatto fellow, about 5 feet 4 inches and a half high, active and well made, 22 or 23 years of age, tho' perhaps of an appearance more youthful, and cunning and artful in the extreme. His features are regular, and the expression of his countenance agreeable—his thumbs are short and unusually thick at the ends—he is an excellent coachman and hostler, having done little else than attend to horses for many years. He carried with him a short blue cloth coat, ordinary pantaloons, and a drab great coat and many other articles of clothing in a pair of black saddle bags. The above reward will be given for securing him in jail. JOHN COLES. Albemarle county, Virg. Nov. 1-
NOTICE.
THE partnership of WILLIAM S. NICHOLLS and Co. was dissolved on the 21st August. All persons indebted to them are requested to make immediate payment to either of the subscribers. WM. S. NICHOLLS, RICH. BECK. The business in future will be carried on at the same stand, by W. S. NICHOLLS. October 16-3w
Runaway Negroes.
ON the 3rd inst two men were committed to the jail of Washington County in the district of Columbia, as runaways. One of them calls himself THOMAS JOHNSON, and says he was raised in Charleston S. C. where he was set free by Alexander McElrath, and and afterwards served a full apprenticeship to James Mitchell a house carpenter of that place; that he belonged to the frigate John Adams on her first cruise, and came in here to this place as a hand in 1802, and has been here ever since. He is a yellow man 5 feet 7 inches high, about 29 or 30 years of age, speaks fast and rather stammeringly, has a scar under his right shoulder, and another between his eye brows, wears a blue round jacket, duck trousers and striped vest. The other a black man calling himself James Frazier, who says he was raised in Carlisle county Pennsylvania, and was set free by Wm. Frazier of that place about the year 1798 that the year following, he went to sea; and has been either in the British or American navy mostly ever since. He was a hand on board the frigate President, when she lately returned from the Mediterranean. Frazier is about 35 years of age, 5 feet 5 inches high, has a large annular scar on his right side, and wears a blue round jacket, nankeen trousers striped vest, &c. Any person claiming the above fellows, or either of them, are desired to make legal application and take them away; otherwise they will be disposed of as the Law directs. DANIEL C. BRENT, Marshal of the district of Columbia. Oct. 21.
ENTERTAINMENT
Man and Horse.
THE subscriber takes this method to inform the public, and particularly those travelling to the City of Washington, that he has opened a house of entertainment opposite the Branch Bank of the United States, where travellers shall be well accommodated on the most reasonable terms. THOMAS THORPE. July 2-taw6f
KING'S HOTEL.
The subscriber begs leave to inform his friends and the public generally, that he has moved from the Navy Yard to the Capitol Hill, in the hotel lately occupied by Mr. P. D. Stelle, where he hopes to be favoured with a part of their patronage. It being a desirable situation, and the conveniences of the hotel excelled by none in the city. He therefore hopes to please those that call upon him in every instance. WILLIAM R. KING. August 30-tf
SULLIVAN'S LECTURES,
PROPOSALS
By THOMAS B. WAIT & Co. FOR PRINTING, BY SUBSCRIPTION, AN HISTORICAL TREATISE ON THE FEUDAL LAW, AND THE CONSTITUTION AND LAWS OF ENGLAND; With a Commentary on Magna Charta, and Illustrations of many of the English Statutes. BY THE LATE FRANCIS SPOUGHTON SULLIVAN, L.L.D. Royal Professor of Common Law in the University of Dublin. To which authorities are added, and a Dictionary is prefixed, concerning the Laws and Government of England, BY GILBERT STUART, L.L.D.
THE Lectures of Professor Sullivan, delivered to the Students in the University of Dublin, are in very high repute among all Lawyers of eminence, and have been uniformly recommended as an elementary book to those young gentlemen who begin the study of Law with a view to render themselves respectable in the profession. However obsolete the feudal policy may now seem to be, it having gradually disappeared as mankind grew more civilized and became better acquainted with their natural and inalienable rights and privileges; yet a research into the history of the government of jurisprudence of the nations of Europe, will satisfy any one, that many consequences of that system still exist and influence the opinions and decisions of the highest, and most enlightened tribunals of justice. Every author who has undertaken to give a regular and systematic account of the rise and progress of modern nations, has felt himself obliged to resort to the history of feuds and feudal rights, as the fundamental principle from which all existing civil and political institutions have taken their rise; and every jurist who has employed himself in explaining the constitution and laws of his country, has gone to the same source for the correct materials of his essays and dissertations. Robertson, in his history of the Emperor Charles V. has with great beauty and perspicuity illustrated so much of the feudal policy as was necessary to enable the scientific reader to understand that valuable book; and Sir Wm. Blackstone has in the course of his commentaries, led the student to a contemplation of the ancient tenures, many of which depend upon the doctrine of feuds, as established in England by the Norman conqueror. But in both those invaluable productions, the feudal policy was adverted to, only as incidental to the principal object of the authors, and therefore cannot be supposed to furnish so complete and satisfactory an account, as would be given by so distinguished a lawyer as professor Sullivan, who declares the great purpose of his lectures to be the full elucidation of the subject, which was of necessity but partially considered by the other writers. This work has become so scarce in this country, as to be seldom seen, even on the shelves of a practicing lawyer; a fact to be accounted for only by the difficulty of obtaining the book; for it cannot well be supposed that any one of the profession, who has higher views than the mere pecuniary advantages of the practice, would willingly neglect an enquiry into those ancient institutions, upon which, notwithstanding the lapse of ages, most modern improvements are founded. But it is not to the profession alone, that this book may be considered useful. In this rising empire, where political knowledge to a certain degree is aimed at all, and actually possessed by many; a book which so lucidly and so judiciously brings to view the laws, institutions, manners and customs of those nations from which our English ancestors descended, must be peculiarly useful as it will enable young politicians to trace all our civil regulations to their source, and thus to account methodically and scientifically for many modern usages and practices, of which their knowledge is extremely superficial. In this book they will see how our ancestors struggled for the establishment of those privileges which artful monarchs and a proud nobility were continually attempting to destroy; and they will also learn that the persevering industry of the people, aided by the wealth which their skill and enterprise brought into the country, finally obtained a complete victory in the establishment of principles and customs, which, translated into America by our progenitors, terminated in those glorious constitutions which distinguish the people of America, for liberty and happiness, from every other people on the earth.
CONDITIONS.
The work shall be elegantly printed, in two octavo volumes, on five roan paper, with a new and beautiful type. It will be delivered to Subscribers, bound in calf, at Five Dollars; and in boards at Four Dollars. To non-subscribers the price will be enhanced. No money will be required till the delivery of the work. Those who subscribe for ten sets shall have one gratis. To bookellers the usual allowance will be made. Portland, June 24-
The above work will be printed from a correct London Edition.
The few copies of an Irish Edition now circulating in this country, are considered by the best law characters as extremely incorrect, and not to be relied on by historical authority.