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LATE FOREIGN INTELLIGENCE.
ARMY OF ITALY—PARIS, JUNE 2.
The Viceroy commander in chief informs the minister at war of the progress of the operations of the Army of Italy. After the passage of the Tagliamento, and the advantages gained in the battle of St. Daniel, the rear guard of the enemy, which was continually pursued, sword in hand, was come up with at Venice by our advanced guard, commanded by gen. Desaix. It made a show of resistance, but was soon defeated, and 450 prisoners were taken, among whom were several officers of the staff. Gen. Colocro, who commanded it, was wounded in the thigh by a musket ball. Our loss consists in two killed and 54 wounded. The enemy had burnt all the bridges of the Fella; but this obstacle was surmounted. He had fortified himself at the foot of M. Lepoglavo, and on Mount Predel. These positions were turned; the former under the fire of the fort, and without losing a single man; the other through the valleys Roccolana and Dugna. The troops appointed to these movements met with the enemy at Tarvis, and carried that town at the first attack. The fort of Malborghetto was cannonaded on the 17th, from five in the morning until half after nine; the assault was then ordered. In one half hour all the palisades were attacked and carried at once, and the enemy pursued and driven with great slaughter into his last entrenchments. He left 300 men dead on the spot, and 350 were made prisoners. Two howitzers, 5 pieces of 8, one of 6, and 3 of 12, and considerable magazines were taken. The capture of this fort, which was called the Aspero of Carinthia, cost us only 80 men in killed or wounded. The small number of our wounded is to be attributed to the rapidity with which our troops rushed forward. The Prince Viceroy praises gen. Grenier, who directed every thing under his orders; gen. Dumetee, and gen. Fauchard, who first entered the enemy's entrenchments; the chief of battalion Ameretti, who was wounded, and captain Gelin of the artillery. The grenadiers and voltigeurs of the 1st of the line, of the 32nd, 62nd, and 102nd, particularly distinguished themselves. On the same day, and immediately after the taking of the fort of Malborghetto, the Prince Viceroy marched upon Tarvis, where a new victory crowned the work of the day. The enemy was posted on the other side of the narrow and deep valley through which the Schietza flows, occupying with five regiments of the line and several battalions of Croats, a double line of redoubts raised one above another, and furnished with 15 pieces of cannon. In his rear was seen a numerous cavalry. These corps were commanded by the generals Guidoni and Freumont. Our advanced guard, supported by the brigades Aubet and Valentini, attacked the front, and the division Fontanelle the left of the enemy. This division which had not yet received its artillery, was not restrained by the fire of the enemy's batteries, to which it only answered by sounding the charge, and overthrowing with the bayonet every thing which stood before it. The enemy fled in the greatest disorder, and the advanced guard rendered the route complete. He left on the field of battle a great number of dead; 3000 were made prisoners, and 17 pieces of cannon taken. We lost in killed and wounded only 200 men. The artillery of the army, as well as the division Serras, were detained by the fort of Predel. The Viceroy ordered gen. Grenier to advance with 3 battalions and 2 pieces of cannon in the valley of Rabell, to attack the fort in the rear, which gen. Serras, who had known of this movement, attacked in front. In a quarter of an hour the fort was carried, and all who were within the palisades put to the sword. Of 400 men, of which the garrison consisted, only two escaped. Eight pieces of cannon were found in the fort. On the 19th, 20th, and 21st, the army from Tarvis arrived at Villach, Klagenfurt and Saint Veit. On the 23rd, 24th, and 25th, it entered Freisach, Ungmark, and Knittelfeld. The right wing of the army, commanded by gen. Macdonald, and consisting of the divisions of Broussier and Lamarque, and of the divisions of dragons of Pully, had been directed upon Goritz. It passed the Isonzo on the 14th, and on the 15th took a position beyond Goritz. Eleven pieces of cannon, 2 mortars, and several carriages for artillery, were taken at Goritz. On the 16th, the division of Broussier forced the enemy before Prevaid and obliged him to retire precipitately upon Labach. The division of Lamarque, which marched by the road of Pudvel and Piussey, every where defeated the enemy in the passes, and made 400 prisoners, among whom were one colonel and 15 officers and one piece of cannon. On the 18th, General Schilt entered Trieste and made on his march between 4 & 500 prisoners. On the 19th gen. Broussier surrounded the fort of Prevaid, which capitulated, 2000 men laid down their arms; 15 pieces of cannon, and considerable magazines of provisions and ammunition were taken.
On the 21st, the forts of Laybach were reconnoitred, and closely invested. General Macdonald appointed General Lamarque to the attack of the left, and General Broussier to that of the right. The cavalry was disposed in such a manner as to cut off the retreat of the enemy. On the same day, in the evening, these forts, which have cost enormous sums to Austria, offered to capitulate. The Generals Giulai and Zach, on seeing the dispositions for attack, made their escape with some hundreds of men. One lieut. General, one Colonel, three Majors, 1313 officers, and 4000 men, laid down their arms. There were found in the forts, and in the intrenched camp, 65 pieces of artillery, 4 standards, 8000 muskets, and considerable magazines.
When the army of Italy arrived at Knittelfeld, the Prince Viceroy was informed that the remains of the corps of General Jellachich, escaped from the army of Germany, had been joined at Rotenmain by different battalions from the interior, forming a corps of 7 or 8000 men, and were on their way to Leoben. The division of Serras received orders to make forced marches to arrive before him at the branching off of the roads. On the 26th, at nine in the morning, the advanced guard met with the enemy, who debouched by the road of Mautern. The enemy formed in the advantageous position of St. Michael with his right, and supported by steep mountains, his left on the Mur, and his centre occupying a raised plain of difficult access. Gen. Serras was charged with the attack of the front, with a brigade of his division and a brigade of the division of Dumetee commanded by general Valentini. He had in the rear of his line the 9th and 6th horse-chasseurs commanded by colonels Tripe and De la Croix, aides de camp of the Prince; General Dumetee was in reserve with the rest of his division. About two the attack commenced along the whole line; the enemy were every where defeated; the plain was carried and the cavalry completed the route. Eight hundred Austrians remained on the field of battle, 1200 wounded, and 4200, among whom are 70 officers, were made prisoners. Two pieces of cannon and one standard were taken. General Jellachich, with other generals, and 60 dragons, fled at full gallop. General Serras, at six in the evening, entered Leoben, where he made 600 prisoners. Nearly the same number made their escape into the mountains, after having thrown away their arms. Thus all that remained of the corps of Jellachich were destroyed that day. The Prince Viceroy highly commends the behaviour of the Generals and several of the officers, among others Lieutenant Bourgeois, of the 102d, who with four horse-chasseurs, and 8 infantry, made 600 prisoners. On the next day, the 26th at noon, the army of Italy arrived at Bruck, where it effected a junction with Gen. Lauriston, and the army of Germany.
PROCLAMATION.
Soldiers of the army of Italy.
You have gloriously attained the end which I pointed out to you. The Somering has been witness to your junction with the grand army. You are welcome! I am satisfied with you. Surprised by a perfidious enemy before our columns had joined, you were obliged to retrograde to the Adige. But when you received orders to march forward you were in the memorable field of Arcole, and where you swore, by the names of heroes, to triumph. You kept your word at the battle of the Piave, at the battles of St. Daniel, of Tarvis, of Coritz. You took by assault the forts of Malborghetto and Predel, and forced the division of the enemy, intrenched at Pevald and Laybach to capitulate. You had not yet passed the Drave, and already 25,000 prisoners, 60 pieces of cannon, & 10 standards, had signaled your valor. Afterwards the Dnave, the Suse, the Meur, could not impede your march. The Austrian column of Jellachich, which first entered Munich, which gave the signal for the massacres in the Tyrol, surrounded at St. Michael, fell beneath your bayonets. You have executed speedy justice on these scattered remains which had escaped the rage of the grand army. Soldiers, this Austrian army of Italy, which for a moment had polluted my province by its presence, which
pretended to break my iron crown, beaten, dispersed, annihilated, thanks to you, shall be an example of the truth of the motto—"God has given it to me, woe to him who touches it."
(Signed) NAPOLEON. Ebersdorff. May, 27 1809.
FROM THE DUTCH PAPERS.
Amsterdam, June 7.—His majesty has received a preliminary report of his excellency lieut. general Gratien, stating, that with the troops under his command he attacked Stralsund on the 31st of May, and rendered himself master of that place, after a severe conflict which lasted two hours. Our troops penetrated into that city by a gate which was defended by twenty pieces of cannon, & the action was continued in the streets, where the troops fought man to man. According to the general's report, the conflict must have been of the most obstinate and most sanguinary nature. Schill is killed, and his troops thrown into confusion; one third of his corps is slain. We have also lost some brave men, and among others lieut. general Carteret. General Gratien promises a more detailed report of this action, in which he says our troops have covered themselves with glory.—[Royal Amsterdam, Gazette of June 7.]
Paris, June 1.—Accounts lately received from the army of the duke of Ragusa, state that the duke marched from Kuhn on the 27th April, defeated several detachments of Austrian troops on the left banks of the Zamagna, arrived with the main body of his army on the 5th May within 20 miles from Zara, and was ready to put himself in motion in order to join the army.
FROM DUTCH PAPERS.
[Received by the Amphion from Tonnigen.]
PROCLAMATION
Of the French Emperor to the Hungarians.
Imperial Head Quarters, Schoenbrunn. May 15, 1809.
Hungarians!—The emperor of Austria, unmindful of treaties, and regardless of the magnanimity I shewed him after three successive wars and particularly the war of 1805, has attacked my armies; I have faced him, and the god of armies who punishes the ungrateful and faithless, has crowned my arms with victory. I have entered the capital of Austria and am on your frontiers. The emperor of Austria and not the king of Hungary has declared war against me. According to your constitution he could not do it without your consent. Your system of defensive warfare, and the measures adopted at the last diet, has satisfactorily proven to me your desire for peace.
Hungarians—The moment to obtain your independence is arrived. I offer you peace, the integrity of your territories, your liberties, your present constitution, modified at your discretion and pleasure, or when the spirit of the times, or the interest of your fellow-citizens may require it. I ask nothing of you—my only wish is to see you a free and independent people.
Your union with Austria is the source of all your misfortunes, for which your blood has flown in distant countries, your interests have been sacrificed to those of the hereditary estates, of which you were the flower, and treated as a colony. This gave rise to domestic feuds the source of which was to you unknown. Your manners are national; you speak a distinct language; and boast of an ancient and glorious ancestry. Assume your rank as a nation. Be as you formerly were. Choose yourself a king, whose dignity will result from your suffrages, who will reign for you alone and live among you, surrounded by your citizens and soldiers.
Hungarians—The eyes of all Europe are fixed on you, who demand this of you. All I ask of you is a constant peace and commercial relations with me, in return for which I will guarantee your independence, the greatest of all blessings which awaits you, provided you are worthy of your forefathers and true to yourselves.
You will not disregard this magnanimous offer and lavishly spill your precious blood for weak princes, controlled by bribed or unprincipled ministers, and to whom England gave her gold—the enemy of the continent who founds her prosperity and wealth upon monopoly and our broils. Convoke a diet of the nation on the
field of Rakos, after the manner of your forefathers, and acquaint me with your determination.
(Signed) NAPOLEON. By order of the Emperor, The Prince of Neufchatel, Maj. Gen. of the army. ALEXANDER.
From our Imperial Camp at
Ratisbon, April 29, 1809.
Napoleon, Emperor, &c. &c.
Whereas the ancient princes and counts of the empire, who, by virtue of the act of the Rhenish League, have ceased to be immediate princes and counts, ought agreeably to the 7th and 31st articles of that act, to renounce the service of other powers than the confederated states or their allies, and to establish their residence within the confederated or allied states.
And whereas a certain number of those have not only not conformed to those provisions, but have even placed themselves in a state of permanent revolt against us, and against the sovereigns of the confederation;
And whereas it is principally owing to their intrigues that the people of the continent owe the renovation of hostilities;
And whereas, in order to consolidate the Confederation of the Rhine, and cast out from its bosom every influence contrary to its prime interests, it is indispensable to dispossess the ancient princes and counts of the empire, who have taken advantage of the property they possessed within the states, to conspire with Austria against the confederation;
And whereas considerations of deep policy command this measure, as most fit to procure the re-establishment of public peace in Germany;
We have decreed, and do decree as follows:
ART. 1. Sequestration shall be put upon all the estates of the late princes and counts of the empire, and members of the equestrian order, who have not conformed with the 7th and 31st article of the act of the Rhenish League, and especially of those who continued to fill employments, civil or military, in the service of Austria.
2. The estates shall be confiscated; to wit, one half for the benefit of the princes of the confederation of the Rhine, as an indemnity for the expenses of the war, and to indemnify their subjects on account of requisitions, expenses and other losses occasioned by the war; and the other half for our benefit, both as an indemnity for the expenses of the war, and in order to reward the officers and soldiers of our army who have rendered the greatest service in the course of the campaign.
NAPOLEON.
Hamburg, May 30.
The court of Denmark has refused to adjust her differences with Sweden unless the latter will shut its ports against England. Sir Samuel Hood, to prevent the seizure of English property, prevents all English vessels from entering Swedish ports. He will not suffer his officers to go on shore, nor does he venture himself. Merry was not invited to attend the diet at Stockholm and is about to return. Duroc has arrived at the latter place. The prince regent grants licences to England as usual.
RUSSIAN DECLARATION.
From the Petersburg Gazette of the 25th April (5th May.)
The peace between France and Austria, which has long been wavering, is at length entirely at an end. By the last advices, the Austrian troops have at last entered the duchy of Warsaw, and the states of Saxony and Bavaria.
It is thus that the flames of war which had been so lately extinguished upon the continent, have just been re-kindled, and, by the force of circumstances, it is necessary that all the powers of Europe should take up arms again.
The preparations for war on the part of Austria, were the first cause for this misunderstanding. Russia could not see this with indifference. Every means were employed from the beginning to put an end to them. The guarantee of Russia of the integrity of the Austrian states was even offered, and at the same time it was declared, that in virtue of the existing alliance with France, every attack upon the present order of things, would be considered as a violation of the rights stipulated by treaties, which ought to be maintained by the force of arms.
Austria, not rejecting the pacific offers made to her, pretended at first that her measures were only defensive—that they were occasioned only by the fear of the danger which threatened her; that her intention was not to undertake an offensive war, and that she would not break the peace.
Facts have proved of how little value these assurances were. The measures of defence which progressively increased, have changed into offensive measures. In the room of the fear that was expressed, ambitious plans have been developed, and the war was broken out by the invasion of foreign states, even before any declaration of war in the accustomed form.
Austria, who knew perfectly well the conduct which Russia would hold under the present circumstances, has determined to renounce her friendship, and rekindle the flames of war, even upon our frontiers, rather than desist from her projects.
In consequence orders have been given to the Russian ambassador at Vienna, to quit that capital immediately, and it has been declared to the Austrian ambassador at this court, that from this moment his diplomatic functions have ceased, and that all relations are broken off with him and his court.
St. Petersburg, April 25.
In an appeal in our Court Gazette, stands the following:—
After repeated approximations to peace with the Ottoman Porte, which were however without effect, it was judged expedient to open negotiations with his plenipotentiary, in order to settle the basis of it. But just as the plenipotentiaries reached the designated spot, intelligence was received that the Porte, contrary to her engagements, had formed a new alliance with a power hostile to us, and received an English ambassador. This intelligence revealed the principle of her conduct, and her wish, by negotiation, to gain time for preparations, in order to carry on the war.
In consequence of this discovery, prince Prosorowski, commander in chief of the army of Moldavia, received orders to send an express to Constantinople, and announce to the Turkish government, that unless the English minister was dismissed within twenty-four hours, the armistice should be at an end, and hostilities renewed.
This proposal was rejected by the Porte, and the war began on the same day.
The first movement was to destroy Slododsejah, a post of importance to the enemy, near the fortress Guirge, and the seizure of the ammunition and magazines in that fortress. This was carried into effect with the characteristic bravery of Russians; and on the 25th of March, lieutenant general Miodadowitsch sent the following dispatch to the commander in chief:—
The intrenchments of the fortress Guirge have been completely destroyed, notwithstanding the obstinate resistance of the enemy. Two pieces of cannon were captured, and the rest spiked.
Slododsejah was taken and destroyed by colonel Lopuchan. The powder magazine under the Bashaw's house, with an arsenal in the house, were blown up. From the magazines every thing possible was taken out, and the rest destroyed. Twenty-seven cannon of large calibre were spiked. The enemy also lost 32 standards. The booty was divided among the soldiers.
The enemy's loss was considerable, though it cannot yet be estimated. Our loss has been inconsiderable; but major-general Stawizkie was killed by a cannon ball.
Colonel Greckow has brought over to our side about a thousand Turkish families.
Constantinople, April 2.—We have accounts here, that a Russian corps has crossed the Danube above Vidin, to join a Servian army of 40,000 men.
All alarm of fresh insurrections amongst the Janissaries has subsided. Some days back the Janissaries, as usual, received their pay and rice. The Grand Seigneur very unexpectedly appeared on horseback at the distribution; a mess of rice was presented to him to taste; he did so, alighted,

went about the barracks, and with particular condescension inquired about their grievances, and promised them redress. This caused great surprise among the Janissaries, who unanimously cried out, they demanded nothing but that the Grand Seignior (who was himself one of their own corps) would not suppress it. The Sultan assured them he had no such design, but would only gradually reform their abuses; he exhorted them at the same time to obedience, and promised to continue them in his favor. This occasioned a general shout of joy, and they unanimously swore obedience to the Sultan. The Sultan then wished to know who had proposed raising an insurrection; they were immediately named, and by order of the Grand Seignior, 200 of them were immediately executed. The Agha of the Janissaries lost his place, and the captain Pacha, Scid Ally, was sent into exile to Broussa, in Asia. All this happened with remarkable tranquility.
May 4.—We fear that before a few months are expired, we shall see the Russians and Serbians under the walls of the city. It is believed too, that the Serbians (new militia, formed after the European manner) out of hatred towards the Janissaries, who caused their dismissal, may unite with the enemy; however, the anarchy which prevails in all the provinces will probably cause the Russians to meet with little resistance.
Augsburg, May 10.—One hundred and thirty waggons, crowded with wounded French, arrived at Augsburg on the 2d inst. Another escort, equally as numerous, arrived on the 5th; and it is computed that during the preceding fortnight, the wounded French, Wirtemberg, and Bavarian troops conveyed thither, exceeded 14,000 men.
A Russian army is collecting on the frontiers of Poland, which is called the western army of observation, and prince Sergei Golitzyn has been appointed to command it.
Jerome Bonaparte has confiscated the revenues of the chapter of Waldeck, at Hamburg, as also the property of the able and canonesse, for favoring the Westphalian insurrection.
Forty thousand French troops from Spain, and the southern departments of France, were to cross the Rhine at Huningen, between the 10th and 15th inst.
The king of Naples is forming a camp of 10,000 men near Eboli, and another at Lagonegro, under an apprehension of an attack from the British army in Sicily.
WASHINGTON CITY.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 4.
Gen. TURBEAU, the French minister, arrived in this city on Wednesday.
Defence of Mr. Jefferson's administration—No. III.
The abolition of what has been denominated the Midnight Judiciary —Among the closing acts of Mr. Adams' administration, was the creation and appointment of sixteen new circuit judges, with a tenure of office during good behavior. No measure of that unfortunate administration gave rise to greater indignation among the republicans of the U. States. Founded upon no plea of necessity growing out of judicial duties required to be performed, to them it appeared to have been taken for the attainment of two objects; the erection of tribunals calculated to control public opinion, and the creation of a reward for distinguished political favorites. The object, moreover, assumed vast importance from the bold assumption of the federal judiciary, by deciding, in the last resort, on the constitutionality both of state and federal laws, virtually to exercise the highest legislative functions. It is not then surprising that this was among the earliest topics that occupied the attention of the new administration. The most protracted and probably eloquent debate ensued in both branches of the legislature which has been known under the existing government. The opponents of the repeal raised a great constitutional question, and absolutely denied the right of a subsequent Congress to abolish a judicial office once created, or to diminish the compensation attached to it. Monstrous as this power was, and in case of flagrant abuse, incapable of remedy, but by the total prostration of the Constitution, it was contended for with a zeal that evinced the great benefits that federalism expected to derive from its establishment. It may not be altogether useless perhaps, even at this time, to notice this point, which shall be concisely done in the co-temperaneous language of the writer of this article:
"It is allowed on all hands, that Congress possessed the power of modifying, at pleasure, the existing judiciary law, so far as they regarded the
duties of the judges. The first words of the constitution declare that "all legislative powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States, which shall consist of a Senate and House of Representatives."—The power is unlimited.
"A subsequent section says "Congress shall have power to constitute tribunals inferior to the supreme court."
"The language is not imperative. They may, or may not, exercise it.
"A subsequent section gives the further power, "to make all laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into execution the foregoing powers, and all other powers vested by this Constitution in the government of the United States, or in any department or office thereof."
"On this point, therefore, the legislative power is perfect, and commands as well details, as general principles. The tribunals, inferior to the supreme court are the creatures of legislation; as without legislation they could not have existed. The duties of those who fill them are defined by law. They may, by law, be increased or diminished. To their augmentation there is a constitutional limit; but there is none to their diminution. There is no portion of the power, thus vested by law, that may not by law be divested. If every portion of power may be taken away, then may the whole be taken away, which is but the aggregate of the parts. In such an event there can be but two results. Either the office of a judge is abolished, or it remains without duties. If abolished, by these means, which are, as we have seen, strictly constitutional, there is an end of the discussion. If it be not, by these means, abolished, it follows that the office remains without the judge having any duties to perform. On this point, as if its occurrence had been foreseen by the Constitution, it speaks an explicit language, and at once crushes the absurdity, by declaring that "the judges shall hold their offices during good behavior, AND shall, at stated times, receive for their services, a compensation, which shall not be diminished during their continuance in office."
"Thus does the constitution render inseparable the tenure of office with the rendering services, and the rendering services with receiving a compensation. The union is indissoluble. If there are no services, there can be no compensation.
"If the abridged officer is divested of duties, which is an equivalent term for services, and of compensation, what remains?
"It is no mean confirmation of this reasoning, that Congress are made the constitutional judges of the services rendered, by that article of the constitution, which provides that "no money shall be drawn from the treasury, but in consequence of appropriations made by law." By this provision and the antecedent one requiring service, Congress are prohibited from giving a cent to a judge except for his services.
"It may be said that this is an indirect way of abolishing the office. Let this, for the sake of argument, be granted. It cannot be doubted that the power, indirectly to abolish, by taking away by piece meal the parts which compose the office, until nothing remains, involves the power of direct abolition, which is no more than doing that, by one legislative act, passed at one point of time, which, in the other case, was accomplished by several acts, passed at different times.
"Other arguments in favor of the constitutionality of the repealing act were adduced; but this, of itself, is sufficient. In natural science, it has become a standing rule that no more causes shall be assigned than are sufficient to account for particular effects; it would be well if this fundamental rule were applied to moral disquisition. It would probably free it from much of the ambiguity in which it is at present involved; and it would certainly save much time at present unprofitably spent.
"It is not a little extraordinary, notwithstanding the use made of the term, that the word "independence," as applicable to the judiciary, is not to be found in the constitution. That wise system, so far from countenancing the independence of any public agents, legislative, executive, or judicial, has provided the most efficient checks to make them all dependent. By declaring that the judge shall hold his office during good behavior, it has made him independent of the executive; but that circumstance, so far from creating a claim to legislative independence, really produces a necessity in several cases for legislative interference."
The point of expediency was but feebly contested; for it was notorious that the new judges had no duties to perform, which had not been equally well discharged under the previous judicial system. Experience, the test of every thing human, has completely establish-
ed the accuracy of the opinion; and is now universally conceded that the existing federal tribunals are fully competent to the prompt and faithful discharge of all the duties required of them.
From the zealous and even inflammatory opposition of the federalists to this measure, it is manifest, that they calculated upon it as the means of insuring their return to power. Their denunciations were uttered in a tone of thunder, and their predictions were of the most awful complexion. It was declared that the measure announced "a spirit of innovation, which had prostrated before it a great part of the old world;" which had prostrated "every institution which the wisdom and experience of ages had reared up for the benefit of man; a spirit, "which had rode in a whirlwind and directed the storm, to the destruction of the fairest portion of Europe, which had swept before it every vestige of law, religion, morality and rational government." "The wound (it was added) you are about to give the constitution will be mortal; it may languish out a miserable existence for a few years, but it will surely die."
It was, further, attempted to carry terror to the bosoms of the friends of the repeal—
"The constitution, said one of the members, may have its enemies, but I know that it has also its friends.—I beg gentlemen to pause before they take this rash step. There are many, very many who believe, if you strike this blow, you inflict a mortal wound on the constitution. There are many now willing to spill their blood to defend that constitution. Are gentlemen disposed to risk consequences? Sir, I mean no threats—I have no expectation of appalling the stout hearts of my adversaries; but if gentlemen are regardless of themselves, let them consider their wives & children, their neighbors and their friends. Will they risk civil dissention? will they hazard the welfare, will they jeopardize the peace of the country, to save a paltry sum of money, less than thirty thousand dollars?"
This vehement language was without avail. It was rejected with becoming decision. The new judicial offices were abolished—nature still pursued her ordinary course; the constitution survived its mortal wound; the government, in its several departments, progressed without obstacle; the public sentiment pronounced itself unequivocally in favor of the repeal; and not one of the dreadful predictions has to this day been realised.
The following statement of the population and revenue of the countries possessed by the House of Austria, is abridged from the Paris Monitor of June 11.
   Provinces. Number of Inhabitants. Revenue to the Prince.     Upper Austria 670,000 13,500,000   Lower Austria 1,670,000 16,455,000   Bohemia 2,450,000 37,000,000   Moravia 1,137,000 12,500,000   Austrian Silesia 250,000 1,500,000   Galicia 3,900,000 32,000,000   Styria 296,000 14,700,000   Carnithia 294,000 5,965,000   Carnioli 413,000 5,000,000   Frioul 120,000 900,000   Salzbourg 200,000 3,750,000   Hungary 7,350,000   Transylvania 1,443,000 9,750,000   Bokowine 130,000 1,250,000   Sclavonia 280,000 1,340,000   Croatia 400,000 1,950,000   20,402,000 201,570,000  
The city of Vienna is stated to contain 6,500 houses, and with its suburbs 220,000 souls. The population of Prague is stated at 75,000; Gratz 30,000; Presbourg 27,000; Olmutz 11,000; Cracovia 24,000, &c.
On Saturday his Britannic Majesty's dispatch brig the Contest of 14 guns, Lt. Gregory, arrived at Norfolk, from Plymouth (Eng) with dispatches, and upwards of 1,200 letters. She had 56 days passage, having sailed the 3d of June, seven days before the British packet arrived at Halifax.
Extract of a letter from a gentleman in Havana, to his friend in Charleston, dated the 10th July.
"Everything here is very peaceable, and what will astonish you, property in demand. There is a report much credited, that those persons sent off, will be recalled; whether this is so or not, I cannot say."
Norfolk, July 31. We learn that the United States frigate, the Essex, Capt. Smith, has received sailing orders and is to proceed immediately to Boston where she is to receive her dispatches.
Natchez, July 1. Governor HOLMES, arrived in this city on Thursday evening last.
Knoxville, July 15. We are informed that the Cherokee Indians have been invited to meet the commissioners on the part of this state and of the United States, at Highwassee, on the 20th of August next; we hope a treaty satisfactory to both parties will be the result of this meeting.
Boston, July 21. Last week the first of the premiums of fifty dollars offered by the Massachusetts Agricultural Society, was paid on the importation of a Spanish
Merino Ram: He has since been purchased by a gentleman of this town, and sent to the District of Maine, to which part of the country he will be a valuable acquisition. The wool is very fine.
TRIBUTE OF RESPECT.
At a meeting of the Republican Citizens of Boston, on the 22d inst, voted to give a public dinner to the hon. JOHN QUINCY ADAMS, previous to his departure for Russia: and that the hon. David Tilden, Benjamin Austin, and John Brazier, esqrs. be a committee for the arrangement of the business.
The following note of invitation was presented by the committee:
"Boston, July 24, 1809.
"Sir, The republican citizens of Boston, desirous to express their estimation of your political character, and their approbation of your appointment as Ambassador to the Court of Russia from the United States, would request the honor of your acceptance of an invitation to dine with them at the Exchange Coffee House on Saturday next, at 4 o'clock.
DAVID TILDEN. BENJ. AUSTIN, } Committee. JOHN BRAZIER, } His Excellency J. Q. ADAMS.
To which they received the following answer:
"Boston, 25th July, 1809.
"GENTLEMEN, Justly sensible to the good opinion, and grateful for the kindness of my fellow citizens, who have honored me with the invitation, which you have had the goodness to transmit to me, I have only to regret that the shortness of time and the pressure of my necessary engagements previous to my departure, will deprive me of the pleasure which I should have taken in accepting it. I request you, gentlemen, to tender to them, and accept for yourselves, my best wishes for your and their happiness, and my earnest desire, that the duties of the public trust which now calls me from my country, may be so discharged as to justify the confidence reposed in me by the government, and the approbation of my appointment to the mission, which the republican citizens of Boston have, through you, been pleased to express.
"I am, with great respect, gentlemen, your very humble and obedient servant,
"J. Q. ADAMS"
We are gratified to observe, that the subscription list for the dinner intended to be given to the hon. J. Q. ADAMS, would have contained many of the most respectable names in Boston, if the invitation could have been accepted. Patriot.
To the Editor of the Salem Gazette.
In the newspaper called the Boston Patriot , of the 22d inst. the Editor, Mr. EVERETT, has introduced the following paragraph:
"COL. PICKERING.
"A report (to which some of our public papers have given currency) is abroad, of deepest concern to Col. P. The charge is too serious for his silence, or our reputation. His friends at Baltimore seem to be of the same opinion. We are not so much his enemies as not to wish, at least for the sake of our country, to see the integrity of Col. P. freed from that suspicion which must rest upon it, while this charge is suffered to circulate without notice. Whatever may be the opinion of his friend who appears in his behalf in the North American, it is presumed he will not, at this day, so far mistake the mood of the public mind as to suppose that a repetition of his charges against our rulers, will be received as a proof of his own innocence. We extract the following from the NORTH AMERICAN , a mouth piece of the British faction in Baltimore."
Mr. Everett then inserts two paragraphs from the Baltimore North American , in which the Editor, JACOB WAGNER, esq. notices the "report" (as Everett calls the libel in the Baltimore Whig ) to which he has reference, and which Mr. Wagner ranks among the "profligate accusations" made against me, and of which, he justly remarks, there is no end.
Mr. Everett, affecting some concern for my reputation, attacked by the "profligate accusation" in the Whig , intimates a wish to see my integrity freed from the suspicion which (he says) must rest upon it, while this charge (as he calls that infamous slander) is suffered to circulate without notice. Thus under the mask of candor he raises and gives currency to a suspicion that I have committed some crime of a nature so heinous that the charge is too serious for him to repeat—Yes, the charge is too atrocious, and at the same time too monstrously absurd, for him publicly to repeat. I do not find that one of the democratic newspaper editors in New England, with all their profligacy, has yet had
the hardihood to re-publish it. To him (as Everett has done) the accusation of a heinous crime, will be a answer their purposes. Still further to aggravate suspicion, this candid editor adds, that "a repetition of my charges against our rulers will not be received as proof of my own innocence:" as though I had ever exhibited any charges against our rulers which were unsupported by evidence, and evidence drawn from their own public documents.
The libel in question accuses me, through the agency of my nephew, Samuel Williams, in London, of forming an intrigue with the British minister, Mr. Canning, for the purpose of effecting a separation of the United States. This libel , which is FALSE, and without a shadow of foundation, and when on the face of it is stamped with imposture, Mr. Everett affects to consider as a serious charge. Mr. Wagner, in his remarks, calls it a slander and a profligate accusation.—Those remarks would tend to repeal all belief that the charge had any foundation. But to frustrate this tendency, Mr. Everett denounces the North American as "a mouth piece of the British faction." And who is Mr. Wagner, whose newspaper is thus denounced? The same person who was many years chief clerk in the department of state—whom Mr. Madison found and gladly retained in that office as long as he would hold it—I think five or six years. Yet Mr. Madison knew that Mr. Wagner was a decided, incorruptible, unchangeable federalist: that very stability of character was a pledge of his fidelity. Accordingly, Mr. Madison, some two or three years since, speaking to Mr. Hillhouse and me of Mr. Wagner, commended him in very warm and handsome terms; summing up his character in these remarkable words, "In short, he is fit for Secretary of State."
And who is Mr. Everett, the editor of the Boston Patriot ? An apostate federalist. While federalism was in fashion, he served under its banners, and zealously contributed federal pieces, which were published at Walpole, in New Hampshire, (where he then lived) in the distinguished federal paper called the Farmers' Museum , edited by Joseph Dennie, esq. And now this turn coat , this apostate Everett, has the impudence to set himself up as the grave censor of federal men and federal papers!
One word more as to his concern for my reputation. By the gravity of his manner in noticing the "report" which he pretends to think so seriously affects my character, he doubtless intended to point its malignity, that it might inflict the deeper wound. Yet that "report," that "profligate accusation," is so monstrously absurd in its details, that it would be an impeachment of Mr. Everett's understanding to suppose that he believed one word of it to be true.
T. PICKERING.
Wenham, July 25, 1809.
New York, July 31.
A French paper of the 13th says, that "by accounts from Vienna, the garrison of that place is very numerous. The French troops in the environs have taken positions which they expect every moment to quit in order to repair to such places as are already fixed upon. These positions extend from Haimburg, four leagues West of Presburg, to Brugg on the Leitha, Gritzenendorf, Wiernersdorff, Luxemburg, Grinsramersdorff, Baden; and from thence by Petrasdorff Bunkensdorff towards Klosterneuburg and Zeismant. It is said that a great number of troops have already collected:—perhaps it is intended to cross the Danube on that point. The duka of Rivoli's (Massena) corps continue to occupy the two islands in the Danube between Ebersdorff and Ennersdorff. We expect every day to hear of this river having been crossed anew."
The minister of state and foreign affairs (Champagny and Marat) were with the Emperor at Vienna.
M. Talleyrand left St. Gall in Switzerland, on the 28th of May, and intended to go to Schaffhausen, to assist at the opening of the Diet. Talleyrand is stiled in the French papers, "minister of France."
The following we received from a passenger in the Syren , who assures us that this list was handed about in private circles in France, and was believed to be correct.
List of the French killed & wounded in the battle of Ebersdorff, on the Danube the 21st & 22d May.
   Killed. Wounded.     Gen. Lasnes, Marshal Massena,   Morton, duke of Rivoli,   Clarier, Gen. Oudinot—since   Pouler, dead,   Durasnel, Clermont,   St. Hilaire, Peray,   St. Sulpic, Darsema,   Lailemand, La Grange,   Molitor,  

Delon, 34 colonels, 1500 officers & 45,000 privates killed & wounded. Debenay, Bernut, Lervoux, Chahande, Despagne.
LIVERPOOL, JUNE 6, 1809.
The hopes and fears with which we have of late been agitated respecting the adjustment of all difference with the United States, seems at length to have settled down into a belief, that though our administration may, owing to some informality, refuse for the present to ratify the arrangements entered into by Mr. Erskine, yet it is the prevailing opinion that the road is so far cleared, these trifling obstacles only want explaining to be done away, when we look forward to the restoration of mutual confidence upon its broadest basis.
American vessels are daily dropping into our port from various quarters; and it is ascertained that a considerable number more already laying off and on at the mouth of the channel, in the 10th of June, when arrivals to an unprecedented extent is looked for. Under these circumstances you must be aware how impossible it is for us to give you an idea of this market beyond the day, a few articles alone excepted.
Flour and Wheat , are less likely to be affected than any other of your products, and we certainly look forward to these articles fully supporting the annexed quotations, indeed we are of opinion somewhat higher prices may safely be calculated upon, particularly should we have but moderate imports from America.
Timber & Staves , though they cannot support their present prices must remain high, the bareness of this market, and the difficulty of procuring supplies, particularly from the Baltic will operate to keep them up.
Cotton is in fair demand to the manufacturers who however purchase only sufficient to put up with from week to week; under the impression that prices must be lower upon the arrival of the fresh importations.
Flaxseed is much wanted for crushing and likely to continue in demand.
Coffee and Sugar are steady, though little enquired after for exportation.
A considerable alteration in the duties upon American produce, has lately been decided upon. The particulars are laid before the Board of Trade, who may possibly suggest some additional alterations; we therefore forbear troubling our friends further upon the subject until they are issued in an official form, when we shall embrace the earliest opportunity of forwarding the same.
Referring to the annexed price current,
We remain, respectfully, Gentlemen, Your most obedt humble serv'ts, PEARSON HOUSOL & MASSEY.
London, July 12. —In the Caaiz letters, a difference is mentioned between an English Lieutenant and an American Master, the cause of which, we hope, is inaccurately stated, under the very critical circumstances of our Trans-Atlantic negotiations. It is asserted, that the dispute arose in consequence of the former having pressed nearly the whole of the crew of the U. States' vessel, and we are told that the master has arrived in England for the purpose of exposing to Mr. Pinkney the facts of the case.
Morn. Chron.
Gettenburg, May 26, 6 o'clock, P. M. —We have this moment received information that the Russians have positively broken the armistice, and have taken possession of the town of Tornon, and 700 men who garrisoned it.
Their demands are said to be, that the queen shall be appointed Regent during the minority of her son; that Finland shall be ceded, and that the Swedish ports all be shut against England—the whole proposition having been rejected, is the cause of the recommencement of hostilities.
May 27. —We have a report that 40,000 Russians are forcing their way into Sweden, the ice being still strong enough in the Gulf of Bothnia for the passage of heavy artillery. The official account of the Russians having entered Tornon, arrived this morning.
Copenhagen, May 27. —It has been reported for a few days past, that a great number of American vessels had arrived at Gettenburg, laden with colonial produce; but it is now ascertained they were very few in number.
The English have taken 6 American vessels in the Categat.
Coss 1, June 1. —The king of Westphalia is gone to take the command of the French army expected at Erfurth.
Seville, May 29. —We have beaten Soult and his army entirely. His loss is 4,000 men he has surrendered to us, with all his train of artillery. Soult
was taken prisoner in a village of Galicia, a few hours after the surrender of his army. This is official. It is also true, that the mock king Joseph has left Madrid and fled to the monastery of Labrador in Aranjuez, and it is said had stripped that city of all its valuables.
Romana has beaten a division of Ney's army and taken Perrol.—The duke del Parque is in Salamanca with 15,000 men. Corunna alone remains in possession of the French.
Philadelphia, July 27.
At a numerous meeting of the Democratic citizens of New Market Ward, convened by public notice in the Hall at the north end of the New Market—It was
Resolved, by the democratic citizens of New Market ward, that whilst they behold with satisfaction, the honesty and good faith of the administration of the general government of the U. States, in their negotiation with the British minister, they view in the manner it has been received by the government of England, nothing but the most consummate baseness and perfidy.
Resolved, That our delegates in general ward committee be, and are hereby instructed, to endeavor to obtain a general expression of the sentiments of the democratic citizens, through their delegates at the present important crisis, and an address to the President of the U. States, expressive of our determination to support the government, in all just and honorable means of resisting every such instance of manifest injustice, perfidy and meanness.
Resolved, That the citizens appointed to represent this ward, in the general ward committee, be instructed to use their influence in promoting an address to the President of the U. States, remonstrating against the reception of Mr. Jackson, notorious in the annals of diplomacy, as the representative of the British ministry, near the government of this country; as we consider the appointment of that man, the grossest insult, added to the most profligate diplomatic deception ever practised.
Resolved, That the proceedings of this meeting be published in the democratic newspapers.
JAMES THACKARA, Chairman. JAMES CARSON, Sec.
Philadelphia, August 1.
We have received by the recent arrival from France, some files of French papers and some original bulletins, which we find have been grossly mutilated in the English prints. The action of the 21st and 22d May, near Esling, on the Danube, bears a very different aspect in the bulletins, from what any other events bear in the translations. It appears that the French actually kept the field of battle on the 22d at night; that the Austrians had retired to the lines which they had occupied on the 20th; and that, on the morning of the 23d, the French chief, with his suite, rode over the field of battle.
The account given of the topographical position of Vienna, and the scene of the action, which affords in the original a correct idea of the daring boldness of the enterprize of 60,000 men crossing a rapid river on pontoons, in the face of an army of 150,000—this is omitted in the translations, as are several other documents which illustrate the progress of the war.
General Oudinot, so frequently distinguished, it appears by the bulletins, was promoted to the command of the second corps of the grand army. Several additional corps d'armee had been formed; particularly along the line from the frontier of Tyrol to the lake of Constance. Aurora.
LATEST FROM SPAIN.
Yesterday arrived the ship Bramin, Singleton, in 50 days from Cadiz. By this arrival we have received from our correspondent Cadiz papers to the 7th June, Gibraltar papers to the 3d June, and Seville Gazettes to the 29th May:—From these papers we have made some extracts. Captain Singleton states that the French were leaving Spain as fast as they could, the patriots being every where victorious.
On the 5th June, a British convoy arrived at Cadiz from Lisbon, to take on board 30,000 sheep, a present from the Spanish Junta to the king of England.
The British orders in council of April 26, and the President's proclamation, dated April 19, were published in the Gibraltar papers.
A Cadiz extra Gazette of June 2, gives an account of great successes in Arragon. The inhabitants had risen in a body and cut off a small division of the French. After this a division of 1500, determined to revenge themselves on the inhabitants, marched to Monson, where they were met by general Blake, with an inferior force. He however completely repulsed
them, and forced them to an inglorious retreat.
EXTRACT FROM LIVERPOOL, June 6.
"It will certainly be advisable to be informed, previous to the shipment of any goods, the result of Mr. Jackson's embassy to America, he having sailed to supercede Mr. Erskine, who so far exceeded his powers of instruction, that the British government will not ratify the stipulations he had entered into with the United States. Mr. Erskine is, of course, recalled, and the general opinion here is, we shall unquestionably have war with America. Ter which sold 3 months ago for 80 shillings the barrel, may now be brought for 17s. 6d. and tobacco, which brought 2s. 3d. for 10d, such is the depression of all kinds of American produce."
From the London Morning Chronicle.
The appointment of Mr. Jackson to the American mission, has excited general surprise, and much regret to those who are anxious for the removal of the misunderstanding subsisting between this government and that of the United States. The grounds of these feelings it is impossible to explain, without an advertising upon the character of an individual, which is always a very unpleasant task. But we are sure, that if either Mr. Liston or Mr. Garlike had been sent upon this mission, a very different result might have been expected.
Bishop of London —Early on Sunday morning the 7th of May, died, after a long and painful illness, at the Episcopal House at Fulham, in the 79th year of his age, the Right Rev. Beilby Porteus, Lord Bishop of London, Dean of the Chapel Royal, a Governor of the Charter House, and an Official Trustee of the British Museum. At noon the great bell of St. Paul's was tolled an hour, according to ancient usage on the death of the Sovereign or the Metropolitan Bishop. The public expressed considerable anxiety to learn the cause of this solemn ceremonial. His Lordship was first consecrated Bishop of Chester in 1776; and in 1796 was translated to the See of London, on the death of the celebrated Dr. Lowth.—It is expected that the Bishop of Salisbury will be translated to the See of London, the Bishop of Bangor to Salisbury, and that the Dean of Bristol will be the new Bishop.
From a late Edinburgh Review.
FRENCH GENERALS —Most of the generals of division, marshals of the empire and others who hold the principal commands, sufficiently prove that war is an experimental science, and that military renown is not the prerogative of birth, but the harvest of toil, or the bounty of fortune.
Bessieres , originally a common soldier, became in 1796 a captain of infantry in the army of Italy. Brune , a printer at the commencement of the revolution, a member of the club of Cordeliers, commenced his military career in 1792. Augereau , a private in the Neapolitan service in 1787, became soon after a fencing master at Naples; in 1792 entered as a volunteer in the army of Italy; and in 1784 was a general of brigade in the army of the Pyrenees. Bernadotte , at the commencement of the revolution a serjeant in the regiment de royal marines; in 1794 a general of division. Jourdan enlisted in 1778, but left the service in 1784; was a shop keeper at the commencement of the revolution. Kellerman began his career as a simple hussar in the regiment of Conflans. Lasnes originally a common soldier, became in 1794 adjutant of division in the national guards of Paris. Massena , a subaltern in the Sardinian service at the beginning of the revolution, in 1793 became a general of brigade. Mortier , a captain of a volunteer company in his native province at the same period. Ney a hussar, an adjutant general in 1795, after passing through all the inferior grades. Lefebvre , son of a miller of Alsace, became a serjeant in the regiment of French guards before the revolution. Perignon , after acting as a justice of peace of Montech, engaged in the army and passed rapidly through all the subordinate grades, and in 1794, commanded the army of the Eastern Pyrenees. Soult was a subaltern before the revolution; in a regiment of infantry, and an adjutant general in 1795. Marat served originally in the constitutional guard of Louis XVI; became afterwards an officer in the 12th regiment of chasseurs a cheval, &c. Junot began his career in 1792 as a grenadier in one of the volunteer battalions commanded by general Pille; and in 1796, was one of the aids de camps of Bonaparte.
GLOOMY PROSPECT.
Wilkesbarre, (Pen.) July 21. —We have had rain for about a week past, almost constantly, which has
raised the Susquehanna river to an unusual height; for this season of the year. The water, we believe, has been above 16 feet above low water mark. The immense loss that will be sustained by the farmers who have land adjoining the river, will be in calculable—wheat, rye, oats and grass will be entirely destroyed; which will render the situation of many of our farmers truly distressing. A flood in July has not been known before for more than 20 years. The ruin and distress that will be occasioned by it, from the source to the mouth of the river, will be beyond all calculation.
Pittsburg, July 12.
WATERFORD AND ERIE TURNPIKE ROAD.
It is with pleasure we announce to the public the completion of the Turnpike Road from Waterford to Erie. Never was there an undertaking of this kind commenced under greater difficulties; but by the persevering exertions of the managers, which reflects on them the highest praise, this important carrying place, from being the worst, has now become the the best road in Pennsylvania. In the former state of the road, six barrels of salt was a sufficient load for three yoke of oxen, and three days were taken up in making the trip; on the turnpike, a distance of 14 miles, four horses have frequently made a trip in one day with thirteen barrels. It is calculated that 10,000 barrels of salt will be hauled across this road during the summer & autumn, the greatest part of which will be brought in boats from Waterford to this place, and consumed in the Western country; the price for hauling from Erie to Waterford is now one dollar per barrel less than formerly, which will be a saving of at least 8000 dollars annually to this country—this is certainly an immense sum saved in that necessary article— SALT .
The subscribers to the stock in this road have evinced a public spirit very seldom to be met with. At the time the books were first opened, it was not expected that when the road would be completed, it would yield more than two or three per cent on the capital; but knowing the great benefits that would result to the community at large induced them to give aid to an undertaking of public utility: Contrary, however, to expectation, from the few months experiment which have been made, there is no doubt but at least six per cent will be received.
The manner of making this road has been different from other turnpike roads in this state; the timber has been cleared off to the width of one hundred feet; thirty feet grubbed, and twenty feet in the centre of which has been dug and the clay thrown up, raising the middle from eighteen inches to two feet higher than the sides; deep ditches are dug on each side to carry off the water, which leaves the part travelled on so solid, that very little impression is made on it by the heaviest teams.
Natchez, July 8.
To his excellency David Holmes, Governor of the Mississippi Territory. Sir,
The citizens of Natchez, apprised of your safe arrival in the Territory, hasten to tender you their congratulations on the occasion.
Attached to the country of our birth, and the principles of our government, we cannot but cherish a respect for an important appointment made by the Chief Magistrate of our nation. But the entiment is still strengthened by the persuasions, that the selection has been made with a reference to qualifications calculated to promote the peace and prosperity of the territory. Although we have not generally the pleasure of a personal acquaintance with your excellency, yet your character claims our respect; and your administration, we doubt not, will merit and receive our approbation and support.
We trust, sir, that your residence in our country will be agreeable to yourself, as well as serviceable to its citizens.
Presented at the request of sundry of the citizens of Natchez, by your humble servant,
SAMUEL BROOKS, Mayor. Natchez, July 4, 1809.
To the Citizens of Natchez.
Fellow-Citizens ,—I have received with sensations of respect and esteem the friendly address you have been pleased to present to me, through the mayor of your city. For this instance of your civility accept my sincere thanks. The free institutions the Supreme Ruler of the universe in his wisdom has enabled us to establish, and under which we have enjoyed so distinguished a portion of human happiness, must be viewed by every American with reverence and respect; your attachment therefore to your own government cannot be doubted by any one acquainted with the enlightened principles that from its basis or the important interests it was
intended to secure. Connected with my official capacity, I declare to you, fellow-citizens, there is no object will afford me more heartfelt satisfaction (except an approving conscience) than that of meeting with the support and approbation of the good people of this country.
Accept, fellow-citizens, my best wishes for your happiness and the growth and prosperity of your city.
DAVID HOLMES.
Town of Washington, 6th July, 1809.
From the Western World.
We are informed that the honorable Harry Innes is prosecuting a suit against H. Marshall, esq. for a libel committed in the electioneering contest of 1807; in which Mr. Marshall charged the Judge with being a faithless public servant , and a partial Judge . We understand that the defendant means to plead justification on both points; and it is thought the cause will be tried on an early day in next week, it being set for Monday—Allen and Harlin for plaintiff—D. Vease and Rowan for defendant.—Considering this a case of much public interest, we purpose publishing a history of the trial and the arguments of council; for which we shall endeavor to make suitable arrangements.
WASHINGTON THEATRE.
LAST NIGHT.
On SATURDAY Evening will be presented A favorite Piece in one act, called
THE VILLAGE LAWYER.
To which will be added, A grand Operatic Romance in 2 acts, Called
THE FORTY THIEVES.
Founded on that celebrated Tale in the Arabian Nights Entertainments, by Richard Brinsley Sheridan, esq. and performed at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, upwards of two hundred nights, to the most crowded houses.
The Scenery, Machinery, Dresses, and Decorations ENTIRELY NEW. The Scenery designed by Mr. Storr, and executed by him, assisted by H. B. Warren. The Dresses by Mr. Macculloch—with the original Music by Kelly; the Orchestral Accompaniments by M. Pellesier. Dances under the direction of Mr. Francis. Battle and Marches by Mr. Harris.
A particular description of this grand romance, the scenery, decorations, &c. will be found in the bills.
The whole to conclude with
A DANCE.
** Box One Dollar—Pit Three Quarter of a Dollar. Tickets for Children at 50 cents.
** Tickets to be had at the Office of Dimmore and Cooper, Eleventh-street, near Pennsylvania Avenue.
Doors will open at Six—Curtain rise Quarter before Seven o'Clock.
TO PRINTERS.
THE Editor of the Monitor, having ascertained that his subscription was not sufficient to sustain the expense of his establishment, has been compelled to relinquish it. To the very few who have, from the nature of their payments, exceeded in amount, what was actually due, the balance will be refunded as occasion may offer; and the many who are in arrears for small sums, are solicited for speedy payment. In the mean time, to enable the Editor of the Monitor to discharge debts incurred in the course of publishing his paper, and as he will relinquish the printing business, he offers his printing materials for sale. They consist of a very snug office, for any person disposed to institute a paper in a country town, or elsewhere. Independent of a press, a font of Small Pica, of Long Primer and English, Roman and Italic, (the two latter nearly new) there are stands, cases, brass and other galley, excellent brass column rules, good composing sticks, chases, ink and balls, every thing, in short, so that a publication in the newspaper way may be set on foot at once, without delay. They will be sold at a fair valuation price by two distinguished persons of the profession, for cash, or notes at sixty days, with approved endorsers, residing in Washington. The articles may be seen by applying to the Editor of the late Monitor, at his residence in F street, corner of eleventh, city of Washington.—Application by letter from a distance, should have the postage paid.
J.B. COLVIN.
Washington City, August 3d, 1809—St
The Subscriber will SELL, at his Auction room on Saturday 3d of August at 5 P. M. near the Centre Market, to wit:
100 Counterpanes, 1 Secretary, 1 pair Card Tables, 11 Gold Ear Rings, 6 dozen Shaving Boxes, 20 pieces Muslin, 10 dozen Muslin Handkerchiefs, 10 bundles Pins, 5 dozen Pins, 3 dozen Gold Breast Pins, 1 silver Watch,
With sundry other articles too tedious to mention.
SAML SPEAKE, Auct.
August 4—1t
THIS is to give notice, that the Subscriber of Prince George's county hath obtained from the Orphans court of Prince George's county in Maryland, Letters Testamentary on the personal estate of Samuel Lusby late of Prince George's county, deceased; all persons having claims against the said deceased, are hereby warned to exhibit the same, with the vouchers thereof to the subscriber, at or before the tenth day of February next, they may otherwise by law be excluded from the benefit of the said estate. Given under my hand this fourth day of August 1809. JOHN LUSBY Exx.
August 4—w6t

NOTICE. ALL Citizens, Native or Naturalized of the United States, having occasion to pass into Foreign Countries under the protection of passports from the Department of State, are notified that it being found necessary to change the form heretofore in use, all applications for passports must be accompanied by a Notarial Certificate of the height, complexion, color of the hair and eyes, as well as such marks natural or artificial as may serve to identify the applicant, beside which proof of citizenship will be required. Department of State, August 1, 1809.
TAMMANY SOCIETY. A stated Meeting of the Tammany Society on Columbia Order, will be held at the Council Hall of their Great Wigwam (Linden-wall) on Friday the 4th of the present month of AUGUST, precisely at the going down of the Sun. The Members composing the Council of Sachems are requested to assemble on that day at the same place, one hour previous to the general meeting, to proceed on, and complete the unfinished business before them. By order of the Society, WILLIAM LAMBERT, Sec'y.
WILLIAM LAMBERT, Sec'y. City of Washington. Mach of Fishes the 2d. year of discovery, 317. August 2, 1809.
THOMAS CARPENTER having been appointed by the Directors of the Manufacturing Company of this city, to collect from the Stockholders the amount of their several subscriptions as they become due; and having given bond for the faithful execution of his duty—It is hoped that the subscribers will pay their subscriptions to him punctually, so as to enable the Company to extend the useful work which has been commenced. ROBERT TRENT, President of the Washington Manufacturing Company. August 2—
ON MONDAY the 7th inst. a further Instalment will become due. The Subscribers will forward the institution by calling at my house adjoining Rhodes's tavern to make payment. Much of its success depends upon promptitude. THOMAS CARPENTER. August 2—3t
Calvert county court, May Term, 1809. WHEREAS upon the application of William Spencer and Wife two of the representatives of a certain John M'Dowell, deceased, certain commissioners were appointed to ascertain whether the estate of the said John M'Dowell would admit of division agreeably to the act of Assembly, entitled "An act to direct descents," which said commissioners have made a return to Calvert county court—And whereas it has been stated that some of the representatives of the said John M'Dowell, deceased, to wit: Ann Blackburn, James Ellis and Dolly his wife and Alice Blackburn, living out of the state of Maryland: It is thereupon adjudged and ordered, that notice be given by publication of this order in the Maryland Gazette and National Intelligencer, at least three weeks successively before the last day of August next to the absent Representatives to appear in Calvert county court on the second Monday of October next, to show cause if any they have why the return of the said commissioners should be ratified. Signed by order of the court, WILLIAM S. MURSELL, Ck. Cy. Ct. August 2—3t
BY HIS EXCELLENCY, EDWARD LLOYD, ESQ. GOVERNOR OF MARYLAND, A PROCLAMATION. WHEREAS it has been officially represented to me that a certain Thomas Burk, who has lately been sentenced by the judges of Washington county court, to suffer death, for a Rape committed on the body of Catharine Maria Bravener, an infant under the age of 12 years, made his escape from Washington county jail, on the evening of the 4th July inst. And whereas it is obviously the duty of the Executive, in the execution of the laws, to bring all malefactors to justice—I have therefore thought proper to issue this my proclamation, and do by and with the advice and consent of the Council, offer Three hundred Dollars Reward to any person or persons who shall apprehend and bring to justice the said Thomas Burk. Given under my hand and the seal of the state of Maryland, this 15th day of July, in the year of our Lord 1809, and the independence of the United States of America, the thirty-fourth. EDWARD LLOYD. By his excellency's command, NINIAN PINKNEY, Clerk of the Council.
Ordered that the foregoing proclamation be published twice in each week for the space of six weeks, in the American and Federal Gazette at Baltimore, the Maryland Gazette and Maryland Republican at Annapolis, the National Intelligencer, the Maryland Herald at Hagerstown, Bartgis's paper at Fredericktown, and in the Star at Easton. By order, NINIAN PINKNEY. July 31—taw6w
MERCANTILE DINNER. A GREEN TURTLE will be served up at Sebastian Spring on Friday 11th inst. Dinner and pint of Madeira Wine, $2 None but subscribers admitted. Subscription papers are and will remain at Messrs. Charles Jones' Tavern, near the Centre Market, and Davy Dobbins' near the Navy Yard, until the 9th inst. and no longer. N. B. The Mechanics of Washington, Georgetown and Alexandria are invited to subscribe. August 2—3t
By Order of the Orphans Court of Prince George's county, will be sold at Public Sale in this place on Saturday the 5th day of next month, (if fair, not the next fair day thereafter, (Sunday excepted) all the remaining part of the late Mr. John Campbell's Personal Estate, consisting of Wearing Apparel, an elegant Gold Watch, enamelled, the hands and round the face being set with diamonds, cap'd and jeweled, a Gold Seal, a Gold Ring, a Backgammon Table, and several other articles. The terms of Sale will be cash, and sold without reserve. The subscriber's infirm state of health for many years has been the cause of the sale being so long postponed, and as he is still poorly, his friend Mr. Richard personally will direct and conduct the sale of said property, which will commence at 11 o'clock at my house. WM. BRUCE, Adm'r of JOHN CAMPBELL. Bladensburg July 14—3w
FOR SALE. By virtue of a decree of the High Court of Chancery of the state of Maryland, will be exposed to public sale, in the town of Port Tobacco, Charles county, at the court house at 3 o'clock in the afternoon of the second day of the next August term of Charles county court (which commences on the third Monday of August next) a parcel of LAND situate the property of John D. Scott, deceased, being part of a tract of Land called Poynton Manor, lying upon a branch of Nanjemoy creek, on the post road leading to Nanjemoy from Port Tobacco near the "Hill Top" and about seven miles from Port Tobacco. This Land consists of about 300 acres, of which between 50 and 100 acres are well timbered, about 20 acres are in marsh, and the remainder arable and very productive. The terms of sale are that the purchaser shall give bond with sufficient security to pay the purchase money in 12 months from the sale. It will be sold entire or in parcels as may best suit the persons inclined to purchase. F. S. KEY, Trustee. July 5—tdos
HAVE for Sale at their Warehouse near the Ferry— Loaf and Lump Sugar in lhd's and barrels, Prime Muscovado do. do. do. 2d and 3d quantity do. do. do. Hysn, Young Hy- } TEAS son, Hysn skin } in Chests, Boxes and and Imperial } Canners. Coffee, Chocolate, Pepper and Allspice, Nutmegs and Cloves, Sweet Oil in Baskets and Boxes, Indigo and Copperas, Best 4th proof Cognac Brandy, Bordeaux and Marseilles Brandy, Holland and Anchor Gin, Jamaica and Antigua Spirits, old and fit for immediate use. Old and New Whiskey, Madera, Port, Sherry, Teneriffe, Corsica, Scioli, and Catalonia Wines, Claret in boxes 1 doz. each, Best chewing Tobacco, Demijohns, Casks, &c. &c. George Tison, July 3—ep
FOR SALE, By LEWIS DEBELIS, At his Store near the Navy Yard. Old French and Peach Brandy, Do. Jamaica Spirits, Holland Gin, Whiskey by the hogshead or barrel, Sugars, Tea, Coffee, Corn, Corn Meal, Picked Superfine Flour for family use, Fresh Turkey Figs, Do. Bloom Raisins, and many other articles which he will sell low for cash. Washington, July 17—3t
TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION, At Northumberland court house, in the county of Northumberland, and state of Virginia, on Tuesday the 5th of September next, at 11 o'clock in the forenoon, five contiguous plantations, amounting together to about 2,700 acres, situate on the river Potomac, and within about three miles of the court house. These estates formerly belonged to Presley Thornton, Esq. and are the same on which he lived. They have never been seen by either of the subscribers, but it is understood, that about 1700 acres of them are as valuable low grounds as any on the river, and a considerable part thereof of heavily timbered. The uplands consist of about 1000 acres, and the whole is well calculated for the production of corn, wheat, tobacco, timothy and small grain of all kinds, of all kinds, in great abundance. The waters are said to abound with excellent fish, oysters and wild fowl. The water carriage is easy and convenient to Norfolk, Baltimore, Alexandria and the city of Washington; and as these estates possess several good mill seats, with an abundance of water and a plentiful supply of timber, they must be very valuable. The premises will be shown to persons inclining to purchase, by col. James Moore, who lives on them, or by Samuel Blackwell, Esq. who lives near to them; and the terms of payment may be known a sufficient time before the sale, by applying to either of them, or to THOMAS ROBINSON, Near Chester, Delaware, or to W. LEWIS, at Phila. June 7—tds.
CITY AUCTIONEERS. THE subscribers beg leave to inform their friends and the public, that having given the security required by law, they obtained a license to sell goods, wares and merchandise at vendue in this city. To accommodate those who may be pleased to employ them, they have built a commodious house adjoining the Store of the Purser of the Navy and opposite to Wm. Proult's, and from their close attention to business, they flatter themselves that they will give general satisfaction. NICHOLAS L. QUEEN, HENRY M. QUEEN. May 29—tf
FOR SALE, Or to be rented for a term of years, or on perpetual ground-rent. A NUMBER of well built brick houses, several of which are immediately tenantable—situate on Greenleaf's point—Also, house lots in almost every part of the city. Apply to JAMES GREENLEAF, or in his absence to SAMUEL ELIOT, junr. July 6—8w
PROPOSALS For engraving a representation in honor of THOMAS JEFFERSON, ESQ. Late President of the U. States. THE Piece proposed to be Engraved, is a representation of THOMAS JEFFERSON under the conduct of MINERVA, in which FAME, with her Trumpet, announces to the world his retirement from office. The most correct judges pronounce it to be an elegant production, and a striking Likeness of Mr. Jefferson himself. It was conceived and executed by Mr. Thomas Gimbreda, an artist of taste and reputation. It is confidently expected that no circumstances of political feeling will withhold public patronage from a work of genius. CONDITIONS. The dimensions of this Engraving will be 8 by 6 inches. Price ONE DOLLAR to subscribers, and TWO DOLLARS to such as do not subscribe. Any person who shall procure 10 subscribers shall be entitled to one copy. ** Subscriptions received by the publisher, John Hopkins, Philadelphia—Also by all the Booksellers.
PROPOSALS For Engraving a representation of America, Figured under the form of a Goddess extending the hand of relief to suffering humanity. IN This piece, two unfortunate Strangers, with a young Babe, after having escaped from oppression and death in their native country, and more immediately from the watery element, appear in distress on our shores. The Wife, seated on a rock, with the almost expiring Infant in her lap, exhibits an image of grief and despair—the Husband, with countenance irresistibly pathetic and eloquent, implores the blessings of God, at the same time seeming to regard rather than his own sufferings. At this juncture the Goddess AMERICA, crowned with beauties and with glories, driven in a Chariot by the GODDESS OF LIBERTY, the HORN OF PLENTY, pouring out its fruits, is introduced upon the scene. She is arrested in her course by the unhappy objects on her shores. Whilst her seeds are held by one of the aboriginal inhabitants, She appears descending from her chariot to their relief in an attitude of infinite dignity, her beautiful face a picture of benignity and of pity. It is this point in the history that our author seizes upon, and every circumstance of perspective, drapery, and costume in general, are adapted to it. A description of this kind can however convey a faint idea of such a piece; for as the parts which compose it, must be necessarily successive to each other in their operation on the mind, it cannot make that full and entire impression produced by a simultaneous view of all the parts of the picture itself. This marches directly to the heart, which recognises, by a single glance of the eye, its elegant and touching pathos. This representation serves to illustrate the agreeable truth, that while through the greater part of the Globe, the Pillars of the Temples of Liberty have been torn from their bases, in this favored land they stand in Corinthian elegance and pristine glory—that while the voice of humanity is almost drowned by the din of war, its cries are still heard in this happy clime. From the great progress of taste and refinement, it is not doubted that the American public will give that fostering encouragement to productions of this nature, without which genius must languish in inaction and obscurity. The poster nations of the world have boasted of their celebrated Galleries and collections of the works of fine art, and it is extremely probable that the frequent contemplation of their statues and paintings tended to keep alive the sentiments, ideas and objects they were made to represent. It is moreover stated that the Italians were never so incited to resistance, nor so thoroughly sensible that their political privileges were gone, as when the French Emperor violated their Galleries. The author of the piece is Mr. Thomas Gimbreda, a young gentleman of classic education and correct taste. In smaller trials of his art, he has attracted the respectful notice of the enlightened citizens of Baltimore, and it is expected that a publication of the proposed Engraving, will afford him that remuneration for his labor, in the gratitude and consideration of society, which he justly merits. CONDITIONS. The above-mentioned piece will occupy a space of 21 by 18 inches. The price, which is payable on delivery, will be THREE DOLLARS to subscribers, and FIVE DOLLARS to such as do not subscribe. Every person who shall obtain ten subscribers will be entitled to one copy. Subscriptions received by the publisher John Hopkins, Philadelphia; also by all the Booksellers. July 12—
LANDS IN THE STATES OF OHIO AND KENTUCKY FOR SALE. BY VIRTUE of the Last Will and Testament of Robert Means, deceased, the subscriber offers for sale, all the Lands of the testator in the states of Ohio & Kentucky. As there is a large quantity of these Lands, and the quantity in general good, they are well worth the attention of all persons desirous of purchasing Lands in those parts of the country. The tracts are of various sizes, and consequently calculated to suit purchasers of all descriptions. Further information respecting the said Lands may be obtained from Mr. Walter Dun, residing in, or near the town of Chillicothe in the state of Ohio. DANIEL CALL, Executor of the last Will & Testament of Robert Means, dec'd. Richmond, July 19—tf
PROPOSALS. For Engraving a representation of America, Figured under the form of a Goddess extending the hand of relief to suffering humanity. IN This piece, two unfortunate Strangers, with a young Babe, after having escaped from oppression and death in their native country, and more immediately from the watery element, appear in distress on our shores. The Wife, seated on a rock, with the almost expiring Infant in her lap, exhibits an image of grief and despair—the Husband, with countenance irresistibly pathetic and eloquent, implores the blessings of God, at the same time seeming to regard rather than his own sufferings. At this juncture the Goddess AMERICA, crowned with beauties and with glories, driven in a Chariot by the GODDESS OF LIBERTY, the HORN OF PLENTY, pouring out its fruits, is introduced upon the scene. She is arrested in her course by the unhappy objects on her shores. Whilst her seeds are held by one of the aboriginal inhabitants, She appears descending from her chariot to their relief in an attitude of infinite dignity, her beautiful face a picture of benignity and of pity. It is this point in the history that our author seizes upon, and every circumstance of perspective, drapery, and costume in general, are adapted to it. A description of this kind can however convey a faint idea of such a piece; for as the parts which compose it, must be necessarily successive to each other in their operation on the mind, it cannot make that full and entire impression produced by a simultaneous view of all the parts of the picture itself. This marches directly to the heart, which recognises, by a single glance of the eye, its elegant and touching pathos. This representation serves to illustrate the agreeable truth, that while through the greater part of the Globe, the Pillars of the Temples of Liberty have been torn from their bases, in this favored land they stand in Corinthian elegance and pristine glory—that while the voice of humanity is almost drowned by the din of war, its cries are still heard in this happy clime. From the great progress of taste and refinement, it is not doubted that the American public will give that fostering encouragement to productions of this nature, without which genius must languish in inaction and obscurity. The poster nations of the world have boasted of their celebrated Galleries and collections of the works of fine art, and it is extremely probable that the frequent contemplation of their statues and paintings tended to keep alive the sentiments, ideas and objects they were made to represent. It is moreover stated that the Italians were never so incited to resistance, nor so thoroughly sensible that their political privileges were gone, as when the French Emperor violated their Galleries. The author of the piece is Mr. Thomas Gimbreda, a young gentleman of classic education and correct taste. In smaller trials of his art, he has attracted the respectful notice of the enlightened citizens of Baltimore, and it is expected that a publication of the proposed Engraving, will afford him that remuneration for his labor, in the gratitude and consideration of society, which he justly merits. CONDITIONS. The above-mentioned piece will occupy a space of 21 by 18 inches. The price, which is payable on delivery, will be THREE DOLLARS to subscribers, and FIVE DOLLARS to such as do not subscribe. Every person who shall obtain ten subscribers will be entitled to one copy. Subscriptions received by the publisher John Hopkins, Philadelphia; also by all the Booksellers. July 12—
BY VIRTUE of a decree of the honorable the Circuit Court, of the District of Columbia, for the County of Washington— In the suit of SOLOMON DAVIS, complainant, against Abiel Jennings, and Deborah Jennings his wife, and Ferdinand Fairfair. WILL be sold at Public Auction to the highest bidder on Monday the 7th day of August next at Long's hotel, Thirty-Nine LOTS of ground situated in the city of Washington, numbered as follows: Lots No. 1, 2, 3, 22, 23, and 24 in Sq. No. 1061. Lots No. 4, 5, 9, 10, in Sq. No. 1070—Lots No. 1, 2 and 3 in Sq. No. 1091—Lots No. 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, in Sq. No. 1098—Lot No. 11 in Sq. No. 1105—Lots No. 5, 11, 12, 18 in Sq. No. 1106—Lots No. 4, 5, 6 in Sq. No. 1112—Lots No. 1, 2, and 3 in Sq. No. 1114—Lot No. 4 in Sq. No. 1148—Lot No. 5 in Sq. No. 1117—Lots No. 9, 10, 11, 12 in Sq. No. 1130. The Sale to commence at 12 o'clock precisely. Terms six months credit with interest from the day of Sale. Bond or bonds with good and sufficient security will be required. SAM: ELLIOT, Jr. Trustee. July 14—tdos.
CITY AUCTIONEER. THE Subscriber having for two years past received a considerable share of public patronage as AUCTIONEER, for which he returns his sincere thanks, respectfully informs his friends and the citizens generally, that he has taken out a Licence for the current year, under the act authorising Public Auctions in the city of Washington. He hopes from attention and punctuality to receive a continuance of their favors. S. SPEAKER, Aucr. On every Saturday at 4 o'clock in the afternoon at the Auction Room nearly opposite the Centre Market House, will be sold all kind of Goods, which will be received there for sale on commission. S. S. Auc. Washington, July 21—6t
ROMULUS RIGGS, Has just received and opening at his New Cash Store, a complete and well selected assortment of SEASONABLE AND FANCY GOODS, Which being purchased for money, gives him the opportunity of offering the same at Baltimore and Philadelphia Prices. As he is determined to sell for very small profits. He intends keeping on hand a good assortment of Goods, to be sold by the piece; and those who purchase to sell again, will be furnished at as low rates as they can purchase in any market in the United States, being determined to sell. CASH GIVEN FOR TOBACCO Inspected at the Georgetown Warehouse. FOR RENT, THE upper part of the House I now occupy, which has Six well finished Rooms, and every necessary back building, all newly furnished and in complete order—The rent will be low to a genteel family, if application is immediately made. June 9—4t
FIFTY DOLLARS REWARD. RANAWAY from Isaac Lakes' farm on Saturday the 1st instant a Negro man named ANDREW—He is 22 years of age, 5 feet 8 inches, and not very stout made, with very black complexion, has a large scar on one side of his face, as far as collected on the left side occasioned by the kick of a horse, small fore teeth separate from each other; he never shaved unless he has since he absconded; he carried with him sundry clothing, and I expect has obtained a pass as a free man. I will give Ten Dollars if he is secured in the country, so that I get him again, if out of the country but not out of the state 50 Dollars, and if out of the state 50 Dollars reward, and reasonable charges if brought home or secured in any jail so that I get him again. FIELDING LYNN, Living in Loudoun county Virg. near Middleburg and Hardy's Mill. July 31—3t
A VALUABLE FARM FOR SALE. WILL be sold in pursuance of the last Will and Testament of Samuel Turner, Esq., deceased, at Public Sale on the premises on the 15th day of November next (if not previously disposed of, and in case of sale notice will be given) that very valuable Farm in Montgomery county late the residence of the said deceased; containing about Seven Hundred Acres of Land, Three Hundred Acres at least in wood and fine timber; the residue under good enclosures and every acre arable; lays level and remarkably well for cultivation and may be made very rich in a few years by the use of plaster and clover; in fact, it is as desirable a farm as any in the county of its size and may be very conveniently divided to accommodate purchasers; it lies about 18 miles from Georgetown and the city of Washington, five from Montgomery court house and within three miles of the Potomac River. A further description is deemed unnecessary, as it is presumed that those inclined to purchase will view the property. The terms of sale, which will be accommodating, may be known by applying to the subscribers living in Georgetown, district of Columbia, or will be made known on the day of sale. THO: TURNER, SAML. TURNER, Executors. July 28—tdos
TO BE LET And entered on the 27th of this month, THE HOUSE in F street in the occupation of J. M. Baker. Likewise to be LET and entered on the 15th of September, the HOUSE on the Pennsylvania avenue, now occupied by Wm. Cooper. For particulars enquire of WM. COCKING, 19th street west. July 12—wtf
PROPOSALS For re-publishing by Subscription, THE CORRESPONDENCE OF THE LATE PRESIDENT ADAMS. ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN THE BOSTON PATRIOT. THE publication to be continued in Numbers, containing about 40 pages octavo, each, on good paper, and type. The pages will continue in succession, so that the series of numbers, when completed, may be bound in a volume. The work will be put to press as soon as 500 copies are subscribed for. Price 25 Cents a number, to be paid on delivery of each number—one gratis to those who subscribe, or become accountable for four copies. Subscriptions received at the Office of the National Intelligencer and in every principal town on the continent. July 28—
NOTICE. WHEREAS Horatio Moore of Charles county, has by his deed of trust, assigned to the subscriber all his property, Real & Personal, in trust to pay all such his creditors as shall sign the said deed on or before the 15th day of August next—This is therefore to notify all such persons as are interested, that they are requested to sign the said deed, or authorise their attorney to do so, otherwise they will be deprived of all advantage therefrom. And whereas the said Horatio Moore has by his power of attorney, authorised the subscriber to collect all monies due to him the said Horatio Moore; all such persons as are indebted to him are requested to make payment to the subscriber. PETER HOFFMAN, Jr. Baltimore, Baltimore street, No. 103. N. B. Attention to the above notice is respectfully requested, as it is highly probable in case the debts due to him the said Horatio Moore can be collected the assigned property will be more than sufficient to cover all his debts. P. H. July 26—taw1A15
IN COUNCIL. Annapolis, June 26, 1809. ORDERED, that the act entitled, An act to alter the thirty-second and thirty-seventh Articles of the constitution and Form of Government, be published twice in each week, for the space of three months, in the American and Federal Gazette, at Baltimore, the Maryland Gazette, and Maryland Republican, at Annapolis, the National Intelligencer, the Easton Star, Mr. Grievess's paper at Hagerstown, and Mr. Bartgis's paper at Fredericktown. By order, NINIAN PINKNEY, Clerk of the Council. AN ACT To alter the thirty-second and thirty-seventh Articles of the Constitution and Form of Government. BE it enacted, That hereafter, upon the death, resignation or removal out of this state of the governor, it shall not be necessary to call a meeting of the legislature to fill the vacancy occasioned thereby, but the first named of the Council for the time being shall qualify and act as governor until the next meeting of the general assembly, at which meeting, a governor shall be chosen in the manner heretofore appointed and directed. And be it enacted, That hereafter no governor shall be capable of holding any other office of profit during the time for which he shall be elected. And be it enacted, That so much of the thirty-second and thirty-seventh articles of the constitution and form of government as is repugnant to, or inconsistent with, the provisions of this act, be and the same is hereby abrogated and abolished. And be it enacted, That if this act shall be confirmed by the general assembly, after the next election of delegates, in the first session after such new election as the constitution and form of government directs, that in such case this act, and the alteration and amendment of the constitution and form of government therein contained, shall be taken and considered, and shall constitute and be valid, as a part of the said constitution and form of government any thing therein contained to the contrary notwithstanding. July 3—taw3m.
Saint Mary's county, Orphan's Court, June 13th, 1809. ON application of Decandra S. Smith, executrix of Henry A. Smith, late of Charles county deceased; ordered that she give the notice required by law for creditors to exhibit their claims against the said deceased, and that the same be published once in each week for the space of six successive weeks in the National Intelligencer and American and Commercial Daily Advertiser. JAMES FORREST, Reg. Wills for Saint Mary's county.
THIS is to give notice that the subscriber has obtained from the Orphan's Court of Saint Mary's county, letters testamentary on the personal estate of Henry A. Smith, late of Charles county deceased—all persons having claims against the said deceased are hereby warned to exhibit the same with the vouchers thereof to the subscriber at or before the 23th day of December next, or they may otherwise be excluded from all benefit of said estate. Given under my hand this 20th day of June eighteen hundred and nine. DR. ANDRIA S. SMITH, Ex'r June 23—wtf
CHARLES J. NOURSE Offers for sale—Chateaux Margaux Clarek in boxes of 1 dozen. Genuine Old London Particular wine in half pipes and quarter casks. Best Sallad Oil in baskets of 6 bottles each, &c. &c. &c. George Town, May 24—tf
VALUABLE FARM AND LOTS FOR SALE. WILL be sold at public sale, on the first Monday in October next, if not previously disposed of, that valuable farm in Prince George's County, Maryland, known by the name of ST. OSYTH. ST. OSYTH contains by estimation seven hundred and fifty acres of Land, between seventy and eighty acres of which are meadow, now in for the scythe, and capable of being made to produce all hundred tons of hay at a crop—about two hundred and fifty or three hundred are in wood and timber, and the residue arable. No place perhaps in America, can be better watered or more healthy. The improvements consist of a dwelling house, two stories high, forty-two feet long by thirty-six wide, with a passage through the middle, three rooms below and four above, with a garage the whole size of the house, a kitchen and laundry under the same roof, two stories high, with two large rooms above for servants, a meat house, wash house, corn house and granary, a large tobacco house which may very easily be converted into a barn, a productive garden and pigeon house, and a young thriving orchard of excellent fruit and of great variety from Prince's nursery on Long Island. The enclosures are new and in good order. Upon the same property and within a quarter of a mile is a small dwelling house with three rooms below and two above stairs, a kitchen, meat house and barn. This place at a small expense may be easily moved up and made a most comfortable house for a small family. St. Osyth lies within four miles of the city of Washington, and about the same distance from the nearest ferry to Alexandria. It sold at private sale the lowest price for this valuable property is ten pounds an acre. A further description of the property is deemed unnecessary as those inclined to purchase will doubtless come and see it. The terms of sale may be known on applying to the subscriber living on the premises, Col. Sam. Mason of Washington, or Dr. Wm. Baker, George Town. On the same day, if not before by private sale disposed of, will be sold the negroes, stock, etc. attached to the estate of the late Q. Carr, deceased. The negroes will be sold for a term of years. For no. 1—200, the following lots in the city of Washington: Lot No. 2, in sq. 702, front 54 feet 7 in. depth 175 ft. 6 in. in sq. 906 Lots No. 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116, 117, 118, 119, 120, 121, 122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127, 128, 129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 156, 157, 158, 159, 160, 161, 162, 163, 164, 165, 166, 167, 168, 169, 170, 171, 172, 173, 174, 175, 176, 177, 178, 179, 180, 181, 182, 183, 184, 185, 186, 187, 188, 189, 190, 191, 192, 193, 194, 195, 196, 197, 198, 199, 200. JONA. B. CARR, Executor. May 7—twv.
FOR SALE A Feather Bed, and sundry other Furniture. Enquire of the Printers. July 31—6t