The enquirer (Richmond, Va.), 1808-07-12 00:00:00

The Enquirer.
VOL. 5.]
RICHMOND, TUESDAY JULY 12, 1808.
[No. 21.]
PUBLISHED BY THOMAS RITCHIE, OPPOSITE THE POST-OFFICE, AT FIVE DOLLARS PER ANNUM, PAYABLE IN ADVANCE.
The Advertisement dated April 26, 1808. is withdrawn.
ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS REWARD.
The above reward of ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS will be paid for apprehending and securing any jail within the United States, ARTHUR HOWE, a negro MUSTAPHA, commonly called Muss. Arthur Howe is a young man 19 or 20 years old, dark complexion, short yellowish hair and hazel eyes, his face is round, and his countenance ferocious and expressive of dark angry passions. He is remarkable for having a deficiency in his back, which occasions him to walk nearly half bent, so that when he is in his most erect posture, he would scarcely measure 4 and a 1/2 or 5 feet high. His arms have much motion when he walks, are very long, and hang as low down as his knees. The above described young man stole or enticed off Monday night the 11th instant, a negro fellow called Muss or Mustapha, about 23 years old, of a darkish complexion, very long head, forehead, nose and chin more prominent than persons of his color generally have; his eyes are large, projecting, and of a reddish color, his mouth rather large, and his teeth yellow. In his general behavior he is polite and submissive; he is a complete body servant, and a handy fellow with some tools, or about horses. He carried off with him no clothes which are remarkable, except an olive green coat of bearskin. The above felon and slave went off on a single stick chair; a large bay horse, and have been traced in company about 18 miles from Edenton. It is conjectured that Arthur Howe will conduct Muss as far as Virginia, and may sell him several times on his journey; and Muss having many acquaintances in Norfolk, Petersburg and Richmond, may endeavor through their assistance to make his escape to the northward. Arthur Howe has relations near Wilmington, in this state, and near Nashville, in Tennessee; to one of which places he will probably endeavor to travel after parting with the aforesaid negro.
To the above reward will be added travelling expenses and reasonable wages for the delivery of the aforesaid Howe, and negro Muss, to me in this place, or fifty Dollars for either of them.
MATHIAS E. SAWYER. Edenton, June 27. (July 5) [4w]
TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN.
Know Ye, That Bathurst Claiborne of the county of Powhatan, and Mary Leigh his wife, being desirous to do equal justice to all the creditors of the said Bathurst Claiborne, as far as his estate real or personal should extend, and after effecting that just and honorable purpose, to secure the residue thereof, if any, to the family of them, the said Bathurst Claiborne and Mary Leigh, did by their Indenture, sealed with their seals, and now of record among the records of the honorable, the general court of Virginia, on the 16th day of January, 1808, convey to the subscribers, both residing in the city of Richmond, and Nathaniel H. Claiborne of the county of Franklin, what we believe to be all the estate real and personal of him, the said Bathurst Claiborne, in trust, for effecting the purposes aforesaid, agreeably to the principles in the said deed more fully set forth and explained, which we consider as the most proper which could be devised, for effecting the purposes of doing material and complete justice to all the creditors of the said Bathurst, within a reasonable time, with as little injury as the nature of the case requires, to the true interests of the said Bathurst and Mary Leigh his wife, and their family. We hereby notify to all such creditors, that the legal estate is in us and the said Nathaniel H. Claiborne, in the Land called Midway, lying in the county of Powhatan, and in twenty-two slaves, known by the names of Billy, Betty, Diley, Minor, Nancy, Daniel, Violet, Arthur, Jack, Tom, Milly, Bob, Sally, Amos, Patty, Polly, Betsey, Lucinda, Billy, Joe, Phil, and Judy, with all the progeny of the females among them, from & after the date of the said Indenture, a chariot and harness, and also the personal chattels consisting of horses, mules, sheep and hogs, household and kitchen furniture, agricultural and other tools, more particularly specified in a schedule recorded with, and annexed to the said Indenture; and further, that at the same time, that we gave every person and persons, that we meant to assert our interest in, and title to the said estate, for the purposes of the trust in the said Indenture set forth, we mean also to pursue the most prompt measures for carrying the same into full and ample execution, so soon as we can discover the nature of the debts due and payable by the said Bathurst Claiborne, on the day of the date thereof, or then due, and to become payable at any day thereafter. And for these purposes, we solicit all his creditors entitled to demand payment of any such debts, to notify the same to us, with such proof of the same as they may possess, for evincing the reality and justice of, their several claims as speedily as possible.
W. CLAIBORNE, JOHN WARDEN. Richmond, July 8. [1aw4w]
BANK NOTES, as below described, were put into the post office at this place on 27th May last, enclosed in a letter addressed to Messrs John Warden and Sons, Philadelphia, and which letter has never been received; it is therefore apprehended that the bank notes may have fallen into improper hands; and should such appear in circulation, we earnestly request that they may be stopped. Any satisfactory information regarding them will be thankfully received, and if required, liberally rewarded.
BUCHANAN & POLLOCK. Petersburg, July 5. (tf) Bank of Virginia payable at their Office of Discount and Deposit Petersburg, to Robert Birch President thereof or Bearer.   B. No. 532 9th February 1805, $ 100  C. 866 6th July, 100  D. 153 7th February, 100  394 9th — 100  750 6th May, 100  733 7th — 100  732 — 100  $ 700 
By virtue of a deed of trust executed to the subscribers by Ro. and Geo. Turner, and Ann the wife of the said George, recorded in the Hustings Court of Richmond, made to secure the payment of $1500 to D. & Co. Council, according to the terms of said deed; it will be sold to the highest bidder, for cash, before the door of the Eagle Tavern, in the said city, on Saturday the 30th day of the present month, (July) all that Lot or Parcel of Ground, situate in the said city, on the east side of the cross-street leading from the Bell-Tavern to the river, and formerly under lease to Russell & Wallace together with the following NEGROES, George (the cook), Peter (the barber), and A. & W. or so much of the said property as will be sufficient to raise the sum of $300, and all costs attending the said sale.
ANDW. STEVENSON, C. ANTHONY, } Trustees July 8. [epids]
PROPOSALS for carrying MAILS of the UNITED STATES, on the following Post-Roads, will be received at the General Post Office in Washington City, until the first day of August next, inclusive.
 10. From Washington City to Alexandria, seven times a week.  Leave Washington City every day at 8 A. M. and arrive at Alexandria by 5 P. M.  Leave Alexandria every day at 2 A. M. and arrive at Washington City by 5 A. M.  11. From Alexandria by Colchester, to Dumfries, seven times a week.  Leave Alexandria every day at 6 P. M. and arrive at Dumfries by 5 A. M. the next day.  Leave Dumfries every day at 6 P. M. and arrive at Alexandria the next day by 1 A. M. in 7 hours.  12. From Dumfries by Aquia and Stafford court house to Fredericksburg, seven times a week.  Leave Dumfries every day at 6 A. M. and arrive at Fredericksburg by 11 1/2 A. M. in 5 1/2 hours.  Leave Fredericksburg every day at noon, and arrive at Dumfries by 5 P. M.  13. From Fredericksburg by Bowling Green, White Chimneys, and Hanover court-house to Richmond, seven times a week.  Leave Fredericksburg every day at noon, and arrive at Richmond the next day by 6 A. M. in 18 hours.  Leave Richmond every day at 6 P. M. and arrive at Fredericksburg the next day by 11 A. M. in 17 hours.  14. From Richmond by Osborne's to Petersburg, seven times a week.  Leave Richmond every day at 6 1/2 A. M. and arrive at Petersburg by 11 1/2 A. M. in 5 hours.  Leave Petersburg every day at 12 1/2 P. M. and arrive at Richmond by 5 P. M.  15. From Richmond by Fraziers, New-Kent court-house, Williamsburg, York-town & Hampton to Norfolk, three times a week.  May 1, to December 1.  Leave Richmond every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, at 7 A. M. and arrive at Norfolk on the next day by 10 A. M. in 27 hours.  Leave Norfolk every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, at 2 P. M. and arrive at Richmond the next day by 5 P. M. in 27 hours.  December 1, to May 1.  Leave Richmond every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, at 7 A. M. and arrive at Norfolk on the next day by 5 P. M. in 34 hours.  Leave Norfolk every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7 A. M. and arrive at Richmond the next day by 5 P. M. in 34 hours.  May 1, to December 1.  Leave Petersburg every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, at 1 P. M. and arrive at Norfolk the next day by 10 A. M.  Leave Norfolk every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Petersburg the next day by 11 A. M. in 21 hours.  December 1, to May 1.  Leave Petersburg every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, at 1 P. M. and arrive at Norfolk the next day by 5 P. M.  Leave Norfolk every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, at 7 A. M. and arrive at Petersburg the next day by 11 A. M. 
NOTES.
 The mail will be carried on the routes, number ten to fourteen inclusive, in the same time through the year; and the contractor must calculate upon conveying the mail in a sulkey, when the roads will not admit of its being conveyed by the usual stage; or if it shall be shown, that the roads are too bad for a sulkey, the mail of letters will be separated from the news-papers, which are to be conveyed by stage, as fast as the roads will admit, and the letters conveyed on horseback, within the time limited, so that bad roads shall never be admitted as an excuse for non-performance.  The Post-master General may expedite the mails and alter the times of arrival and departure at any time during the continuance of the contract; he previously stipulating an adequate compensation for any extra expense that may be occasioned thereby.  Fifteen minutes shall be allowed for opening and closing the mail at all offices where no particular time is specified.  For every thirty minutes delay (unavoidable accidents excepted) in arriving after the times prescribed in any contract, the contractor shall forfeit one dollar; and if the delay continue until the departure of any depending mail, whereby the mails destined for such depending mail lose a trip, a forfeiture of double the amount allowed for carrying the mail one trip shall be incurred, unless it shall be made to appear that the delay was occasioned by unavoidable accident, in which case the amount of pay for the trip will, in all cases, be forfeited and retained.  Persons making proposals, are desired to state their prices by the year. Those who contract will receive their pay quarterly, in the months of February, May, August and November, one month after the expiration of each quarter.  No other than a free white person shall be employed to convey the mail.  Where the proposer intends to convey the mail in the body of a stage carriage, he is desired to state it in his proposals.  The Post-master General reserves to himself the right of declaring any contract at an end, whenever three failures happen, which amount to the loss of a trip each.  The contracts are to be in operation on the first day of October next, and to continue in force for two years from that time. 
GIDEON GRANGER, Post-Master General. GENERAL POST OFFICE, Washington City, May 25, 1808. [1aw2m]
VALUABLE LANDS.
The subscriber will sell, on a credit, or exchange for property in Richmond, or its neighborhood, the following LANDS, to wit:   222 acres in the state of Kentucky by survey, bearing date the 10th day of October 1797, lying and being in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia state line, on Little Barren river.  Also, 1000 acres in Kentucky, by survey bearing date the 16th October 1797, likewise lying in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia state line, on the North side of Little River, a branch of Cumberland River and about two and an half miles from the mouth of Little river.  Also, 450 acres of Land in the county of Mason, state of Virginia on Old Town Creek, about 8 miles from Mason courthouse.   Indispensible titles will be made to the above mentioned Lands; and plots of each tract may be seen on application to the subscriber residing in Richmond.  THOMAS BOHANNAN. Jan. 28. [dawti]
BROKERAGE AND COMMISSION BUSINESS.
The subscriber respectfully offers his services to his friends and the public, in the above line of business and solicits their patronage.
C. GREENHOW. Dec. 15. [dawti]
A CARRIAGE AND HORSES.
For hire an excellent carriage and pair of horses Apply at the stable of JOHN HEATH, Esq. on Shockoe-Hill.
Richmond, July 8. [law4w]
FOR SALE OR RENT.
A VALUABLE MERCHANT MILL in the county of Henrico, on the S. side of Anna river, about ten miles from the court-house and twenty from Richmond; the stream at all times affords an abundance of water, the mill house is 50 by 30 feet, two stories high, underpinned with stone, wherein are fixed three pair of stones; there is also a miller's house underpinned with brick, with a brick chimney, and a stable calculated to hold four horses.
Besides the two acres of Land attached to the Mill, there is a privilege to build on other land contiguous thereto and the right of cutting fire wood; it is also highly probable that a purchaser could be accommodated with about 170 acres, lying on the river and adjoining the mill tract.
If sold, an extensive credit will be given should the purchaser require it, or property in Richmond received in payment for the whole or any part. For terms, either to purchase or rent, (application in my absence to the Springs) may be made to Mr. Thomas Richardson, near the Rocky Mills.
ROBERT POLLARD. Richmond, July 1. [1aw4w]
VIRGINIA, to wit:
At a Chancery District Court held in the City of Williamsburg, the 7th day of April, 1808.
Joshiah Ryland and Catherine his wife, Thomas Armistead and Jane his wife, and William T. Colston and Elizabeth his wife, Plaintiffs —Against John Nicholson and Bartholemew McCarty, Defendants .
The defendant John Nicholson, not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of Assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that he is not an inhabitant of this country, on the motion of the plaintiffs by their counsel, It is ordered , that the said defendant do appear here on the first day of the next term and answer the bill of the plaintiffs, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in one of the Richmond newspapers for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the former Capitol in this City. A Copy. ANTY. ROBINSON, c. c. May 17. [1aw3w]
IN CHANCERY.
At a court continued by adjournment and held for James City county, the 14th day of June, 1808.
John P. Shields, surviving acting executor, &c. of James Shields, deceased, Plaintiff —Against Joseph Hornsby, Defendant .
The defendant not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of Assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that the said defendant is not an inhabitant of this Commonwealth, on motion of the plaintiff by his counsel, It is ordered , that unless the said defendant shall appear here on or before the second Monday in November next and answer the plaintiff's bill, that this court will then proceed to take the same for confessed, and decree the matter thereof accordingly. And it is further ordered, that a copy of this order be inserted in one of the newspapers printed in the city of Richmond for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the court-house of this county.
Coye. Taste, SAME. SHIELDS, c. c. June 24. [law8w]
EUROPE.
NEW-YORK, July 4.
LATEST FROM ENGLAND.
The Ship Complanter, Gillies, on her passage from London for Philadelphia, ran a shore on Monday last, near Montog-Point, Long-Island, where she lay fifteen hours, but was got off by the assistance of several whale boats, and has proceeded for Philadelphia.
Eight of her passengers reached New-York on Saturday afternoon; and one of them has favored the editor of the MERCHANT ADVERTISER with the London Courier of May 11th, from which the subjoined extracts are copied.
We learn verbally from the passengers, that the Complanter left Gravesend on the 5th May, Deal on the 14th, passed Scilly on the 18th, and saw a ship which was supposed to be the Osage from Falmouth for New-York, so that she may be hourly expected. They understood that our affairs with Great-Britain were not in the most favorable train of adjustment; and that the Complanter had dispatches from Mr. Pinckney to the Government. The British Orders in Council were still in operation, and not likely to be rescinded.
The Complanter has a cargo of dry goods, and the following passengers: Messrs. Richardet, Lawrence, E. & J. Gibson, Savage, Morton, Compton, d'Alvada, capt. Moores, Mrs. Patridge, and two children. The first four gentlemen have proceeded in the vessel to Philadelphia. Left at London, ship Glory of Philadelphia.
LONDON, May 10.
The Renomae frigate is arrived with dispatches from Admiral Purvis, whom she left about a fortnight since. It is said, that the news she brings confirms the report of the combined Toulon and Rochefort squadrons having got safely back to Toulon. The Spanish frigate, capt. Brenton, saw off sail of the enemy's ships on the 8th ult. off Sardinia, steering down the Mediterranean.
The expedition sailed from Varmouth yesterday morning, with a fair wind for the northward. It was a grand spectacle. The naval force consists of nine sail of the line, 5 frigates, 6 sloops, and 12 gun brigs, with upwards of 200 sail of transports with troops, 30 of which have horses on board. Several gun boats accompany the expedition; they are made upon a new construction; they draw only two feet water, and carry a long 18 pounder and a caronade. It is conjectured, that they are to cover the landing of the troops.
The conferences between Mr. Secretary Canning and Mr. Pinckney have for the present terminated; and this day Mr. Nourse sets out on his return to America with the result. Much discussion is understood to have arisen upon the subject of the right of
searching merchant ships; and it is scarcely necessary to observe, that the interests of Great-Britain have not been compromised by any concession of ours in this important point.
Late last night a Portuguese officer arrived at South Audley Street with the long expected and joyful intelligence of the safe arrival of the Prince Regent of Portugal at Bahia, on the 25th January; and after remaining there about a month, had sailed for the Rio de Janeiro. His royal highness made several excursions into the surrounding country, and was present at a great hunting party at Cachoeira about 15 leagues from Bahia. The concourse of people from the interior was incredible, and his royal highness, with his usual affability, gave audience to every one.
The remaining persons of the Royal Family, had arrived at the Rio de Janeiro, with the rest of the Portuguese and British men of war, a few of which had entered Pernambuco in distress.
MAY 11.
Some details have just been received from Spain, which are highly interesting, and which strongly mark the national feelings.
At Madrid in the Plaza Maya, 4000 French troops were collected, with artillery mounted, and every other manifestation of hostile designs against the inhabitants. It was stated, that this force was successfully resisted by the populace, and that all ranks of persons united in publicly proclaiming their indignation at the conduct of these intruders.
When Murat expostulated with the people, he observed, that his countrymen appeared not to injure, but to protect the Spanish people as friends; he was told that weapons of war were not necessary for the intercourse of friendship, and that the valor of the Spanish people, was equal to their own protection.
In another place, a large body of French troops are said to have been disarmed and deprived of their cannon; the people declaring that, if they came as friends, they did not want cannon, and if as foes, it was proper for the Spaniards not to suffer them to have any.
A man had been tried according to the short ceremonies of martial law, for a robbery, and had been found guilty. He was to undergo military execution; the regiment was drawn up which was to inflict the punishment, and before he reached the ranks, he was rescued by the populace, who conducted him to the commander in chief, and loudly demanded his liberation and pardon. Murat thought it to condescend to the wishes of the citizens, and the man was conveyed away amidst loud acclamations.
Meanwhile Catalonia has offered to raise and maintain 160,000 men, for the support of the new king, and Andalusia 50,000. The Castiles have not imitated the example of these two Provinces, and in Newcastle the public opinion does not seem favorable to the new Monarch. It is feared that Spain will be convulsed by the partisans of the deposed king and the new king, for every one sees that the abdication of the former was a measure of compulsion, not of choice. Indeed it is reported that he has himself protested against it, and is gone to Bayonne, to interest Bonaparte in his favor. Bonaparte the usurper himself of the crown of one branch of the Bourbons, will thus have a legitimate Sovereign belonging to another branch of the Bourbons pleading his son for having usurped his crown and dignity!!
But it is impossible not to fear and feel that these disturbances may be detrimental rather than beneficial to Spain, and that Bonaparte may take advantage of them, to fix his yoke more firmly upon her neck. That he will assist her in rendering herself independent of France, it were absurd to suppose; that he will withdraw his troops because they are hated by the Spaniards, it were impossible to believe. Partial successes indeed, the Spaniards may have had against insulated bodies of French troops, but irregular and undisciplined valor can effect but little against them, when their force is united and concentrated. We wait with anxiety for the full development of Bonaparte's plans and intentions.
PHILADELPHIA, July 5.
The ship Complanter, Captain Gillis, arrived at this port, on Saturday last, in 42 days from London, brings advices a few days later than heretofore received.
The Osage, it was reported, would sail for the United States, from Falmouth, about the 12th of May.
LONDON, April 28.—Yesterday, at 12 o'clock, his majesty arrived at the Queen's Palace, from Windsor, where he was received by the Dukes of York, Cumberland, and Cambridge.
Presentments at the Levee.
Mr. Pinckney the American Minister by Mr. Canning, and conducted by Sir Stephen Cotterel, the Master of the Ceremonies.
Mr. Rose, jun. upon his return from a special mission to the United States of America.
Admiralty Court, Doctors' Commons.
April 27.—This day the Right Hon. Sir William Scott proceeded to the adjudication of the following cases:
Sally, Pickett, master.—This American vessel, in ballast, was going from one French port to another, when she was captured by a Shannon frigate, and brought to Plymouth. Ship condemned for breach of blockade.
Ketty, Morehouse, master.—This American vessel, laden with salt, fruit, and wine, was captured on a voyage from Lisbon to New-York, and sent into Plymouth. The Court condemned the ship, and that part of the cargo, proved to belong to a Portuguese merchant, and restored the remainder.
Oriental, Bartlett, master.—This vessel under American colours, with salt on board, was captured by a Shannon frigate. It appearing to the Court, that the salt was not more than sufficient for ballast, it restored the ship and cargo, subject to the captor's expenses.
April 28.—This day the Right Hon. Sir William Scott proceeded to the adjudication of the following cases:
Fame, Ham, master.—This American ship, laden with salt, fruit, wine &c. was on a voyage from Lisbon to Providence, when captured by the Comus, and sent to Fal-
mouth. Ship condemned for breach of blockade; part of the cargo claimed for a Portuguese merchant, restored.
Sally and Hetty, Fleming, master.—This vessel, under American colours, with a cargo similar to the above, was on a voyage from Lisbon to Philadelphia, when captured by the Blossom sloop, and brought to Portsmouth. Ship and cargo condemned, on the ground of breach of blockade, and the master's private adventure restored.
April 29.—This day the Right Hon. Sir William Scott proceeded to the adjudication of the following case:
Manchester, Reynolds, master.—This American vessel, laden with wine, fruit, and salt, from Cadiz to Philadelphia, was captured by the Carolina privateer, and brought to Plymouth. Ship condemned for breach of blockade, as was that part of the cargo claimed by a Mr. Cooke, and the remainder restored.
May 9. Since our last, information of a later date has been received from Sweden. Our brave ally is proceeding in the invasion of Norway, not without meeting resistance, but with a prospect of ultimate success. For the details, we refer to our foreign intelligence. We cannot with truth attach great importance to the conquest of Norway as a military operation, though we are aware of the resources it would furnish us with a supply of timber, &c. It is only in one respect that it is of moment. The acquisition of that country cannot fail to have the most beneficial effect upon the public mind in Sweden. The Swedes are a people sensible of national honor; they are the inveterate foes of Denmark; and the exercise of dominion over one of the provinces of their adversary will certainly counteract the impression arising from the probable conquest of Finland. The date of our last intelligence from the Grand Duchy of the 7th of April. There is no further account of the asserted retreat of the Russians. It is probable they may be content to retain a military position within the frontier of the province. Masterly and admirable as has been the retreat of general Klingspor, it is not to be expected that he can with all his collected forces act on the offensive.
Dispatches were received on Saturday morning at the Admiralty from Sir Samuel Hood, dated from the Baltic, the 25th of April, but they bring no news of importance. It was not to be expected that any enterprise would be formed by the foreigners for our expedition. When our whole force shall have arrived, we may look forward to some decisive operations which may relieve us from all apprehensions, and the necessity of providing against the possibility of an attack from the North.
May 10. Yesterday we received foreign papers to the 4th inst. The information they bring is such, as in the course of events was to be expected. The most important articles respect Spain. On the 11th ult. the new King of Spain set out from Madrid to meet Bonaparte, who was to pass through that kingdom. The King issued two mandates or decrees previous to his departure. The perusal of them has served to impress upon our minds this fact: that the new sovereign is by no means securely fixed in his throne, even in his own estimation; and the anxious repetition of his assurances, that Bonaparte comes as his friend, strongly corroborates this opinion. It is, besides remarkable that the French papers still continue to call the king by his former title of Prince of the Asturias. We observed long since, and we must repeat the remark now, that we deem the recognition of the new king by Bonaparte, or the re-establishment of the old monarch, equally uncertain. By withholding his determination for the present Bonaparte will be able to secure his own terms with either; and as the friends and counselors of the French and Son meet his wishes and demands most readily, we shall hear him either announce the deposition of the late king as an act of national justice on the enemy of his people and the ally of England, or proclaim the usurpation of the Prince as an act of horrid parricide, worthy the execration of mankind.
It is curious to remark in what vague and mysterious terms the proclamation speaks of the reasons of Bonaparte's visit. A great object is spoken of, but is not further explained, which will be equally beneficial to both nations. It is further worthy of notice, that the provinces of Spain have sent deputies to Bonaparte at Bayonne. This is an indecent act, if Ferdinand the Seventh be indeed their sovereign. What if Bonaparte recognise them as the representatives of Spain, and proclaim that the late king has abdicated his throne, and that it is necessary he should settle the constitution of the country?
Besides the information derived through the more circuitous channel of these papers, there has been a direct arrival from Spain. A vessel is arrived from Portugaleto, which port she left on the twenty sixth ult. She brings letters from Bilbao of the 25th; but the reports current yesterday, in consequence of this arrival, were not very consistent or satisfactory.
It was said by some that the late King and Queen of Spain had been ordered to Bordeaux. This is so far probable, that it will certainly suit the purposes of Bonaparte to be in possession of all the Royal Family. A prisoner of distinction has been escorted from Madrid in a close carriage, and under a strong military guard. Some imagined that the prisoner was the Prince of Peace; but no precise information was known, nor was the decision of the military escort clearly ascertained.
We have, however, reason to believe, that intelligence of a less vague description is actually arrived.
In Holland, the Government (according to private letters) is proceeding with the rigor which Bonaparte can desire. Members of the administration applied to the king recently for the release of passengers from England who had been made prisoners. His Majesty did not even condescend to notice the application.
It is said, that a decree is about to be issued, ordering the capture of all Americans, in conformity with that issued at Bayonne. This information was brought by an American.

can vessel, which herself have been detained, had she remained another day within the power of the enemy.
While these measures are going on to the infinite distress of this country, a display of pomp and parade has been made, which has not probably, produced so strong an effect upon the phlegmatic Dutch as the more lively members of the government probably promised. On the 25th ult. the anniversary of the establishment of the order of Unity was celebrated with great solemnity, at Amsterdam. The king made a speech in Dutch, which was replied to in a long oration by the Chevalier Van der Palm, the Speaker of the Order. His speech is very long, full of "wise sages" and moral sayings and eternally referring to the very prudent motto of the Dutch Knights:
Doc wél, en zic met om. That is, "Act well and do not look about you." A very wise admonition, we must confess.
Positive information is derived from Holland, that the Rochefort squadron is in Toulon, and that no battle has taken place. May 11.—The hostile disposition of Bonaparte towards America is subject to no doubt, if the measure of an embargo on all American vessels in France be decisive.
On the 7th inst. an American vessel arrived in Guernsey which left Rochefort on the 30th ult. in consequence of a private, but positive communication, that an order had been received at the Custom-house to embargo all American vessels at Charante, and the other French ports, and which would be carried into effect the following morning. May 13.
The Osage was expected to sail yesterday from Falmouth to America. Mr. Lewis will go by her, taking out dispatches from Mr. Pinkney to the government of the United States. Mr. Nourse having to manage some mercantile concerns, will remain a few weeks longer in this country.
Accounts which may be relied upon, containing intelligence of a very late date have been received from the French coast. The Embargo laid upon all American vessels in the French ports is stated to have been a measure carried into effect in conformity with the Bayonne Decree. We understand, however, that pains have been taken in the drawing up of the Decree, to give it the colour and air of a proceeding much less hostile to the Americans than at first was imagined. It is pretended that this act of kind consideration towards America—a precaution for the benefit of her citizens, to prevent their property being seized by the British; since it is notorious they cannot venture upon the high seas, without encountering the risk of becoming the prey of British cruizers.
To what an extent the licentious trade has been lately carried may be inferred from this, that it appears from the minutes of the evidence taken before the Lords of his Majesty's Privy Council upon the subject of fees and gratuities, taken at the Council office, on licences to trade and navigate, that the sum paid by Mr. John Hall only, during the last year, for the same, amounted to 5,321. 7s. 6d.
It is a curious fact, that by the separation of the fleet which carried the Court of Lisbon to the Brazils, the whole of that extensive coast was visited at one and the same time, some ships going into one port and some into another. The Prince was desirous of delaying his entering on the functions of Government until he should have assembled all his people at the Rio de Janeiro, & established his court; but the necessity of satisfying the minds of the people made him forego his intention, and he put forth the following proclamation:
ORDINANCE OF THE PRINCE REGENT. To count de Ponte, of my Privy council, Governor and captain general of the province of Bahia.
Friend, I the Prince Regent send you, as my well beloved greeting: Duly considering the report which you have made to me, on the condition of my subjects and my royal revenue on account of the present critical state of public affairs of Europe, and being desirous to give, on that important subject, a speedy decision, in order to stop the farther progress of evils of such magnitude, &c. I do herewith provisionally ordain, until a general system of regulations respecting the matters in question shall have been arranged, as follows.
1. That at the Custom houses in the Brazils, all kinds of goods, merchandise, and commodities, brought either on board of foreign ships, belonging to subjects of such Powers as are considered to be on terms of amity and peace with my royal crown, on payment of twenty four per cent. import duty, consisting of twenty per cent. consolidated customs, and four per cent. additional duty already established; the collection of the said customs to be effected in the same manner as has hitherto been done at the said custom house. Wine, brandy, and sweet oil, shall pay double the duty that has hitherto been levied on the said articles.
2. That it shall be lawful not only for my own subjects, but also for those of the Powers above mentioned, to export to such ports as they shall deem expedient, for the benefit of trade and agriculture, which I feel anxious to promote, every species of colonial commodities & produce, with the exception of Brazil-wood and other articles, the exportation of which is already prohibited, on payment of same export duty as has hitherto been established in the respective provinces; all laws, royal edicts, and other ordinances, which hitherto prohibited in this State of the Brazils a mutual intercourse & maritime trade between my subjects and foreign nations, remaining until farther suspended and without force. All which you will cause to be carried into effect with that activity and zeal which I expect from you.
(Signed) THE PRINCE. Bahia, Jan. 28, 1808. Be it carried into execution and registered, & the necessary orders for that purpose expedited.
(Signed) Bahia, Jan. 29 1808. Count De Ponte. By this it will appear that all the produce of the Brazils, except red wood, diamonds and gold dust is allowed to be exported; & all commodities are importable at a duty of 24 per cent. ad valorem, but it does not explain what is to be the tariff of the value.
FROM CITY OF ST. DOMINGO.
Capt. Turner, from St. Domingo, furnishes a file of the "Bulletin Official" of that city to the 28th May. We find that General Ferrand had been taking measures to guard against the evils of a scarcity, in that colony, should our embargo be continued for any great length of time. By an Ordinance of the 21st May, he has directed a diminution of the consumption of bread, from flour, and put in activity measures to ensure an abundant harvest of the natural product of the colony.
The price of flour had been fixed at 23 dollars per barrel, and bread at sixteen ounces for a shilling; No more than 240 barrels of flour were to be delivered from the public stores for the public service in the month of June; and 210 in July; the quantity to be reduced monthly in the same proportion. To preserve the specie in the island, the General had directed bills to be drawn on the consul general of France, in the United States, to meet the exigencies of government. Boston Centinel.
ARRIVAL OF THE OSAGE.
The long expected dispatch ship Osage, capt. Duplex, has arrived at New-York in 48 days from Falmouth, with dispatches from our envoys in France and England. Mr. Nourse remains in England to transact some mercantile affairs. Mr. Lewis passed through Baltimore on the 8th inst. on his way to Washington.
NEW-YORK, July 6.
The Osage, so long expected, has at length arrived, and we are still in a state of uncertainty and doubt. England has made no concession for her outrage, and Bonaparte has made neither a declaration of hostilities nor an absolute resolve to continue at peace with us. He has decreed that all American vessels which are found in the European seas after the 28th of April shall be liable to seizure.
It has been ascertained in English papers, that the Russians had been defeated in their attack on Sweaborg, but the intelligence wants confirmation.
The Swedes who have entered Norway have met with a repulse. Baron Armfeldt admits in his report, that the Norwegians, recovered from their surprise, had attacked the Swedes in every quarter with success.
The news from Paris is of an extraordinary nature. M. de Monthion announces, in his report to the grand duke of Berg, that he had visited the castle of Aranjuez, where he saw the queen of Etruria, and the king and queen of Spain:—that Don Carlos had declared to him, that the conduct of his son, the new king, was of the most atrocious nature, and that his conduct was entirely actuated by a desire to connect himself with the imperial house of France. His majesty mentioned that he had written to the emperor Napoleon, and that he wished to purchase a farm in France, and there end his days in peace. It is also added, that the prince of peace had always served him faithfully, and had used every endeavour to save his life, when his enemies were using every exertion to destroy him.
A letter from St. Antonio of the 25th of April mentions, that the prince of peace had been sent to France, and that he had passed through Veroria under an escort of 200 French soldiers, and that Don Carlos and the queen of Spain had been at Burgos the next day on their route to Bayonne.
The marriage of king Ferdinand, with a princess of the Bonaparte family, (the English papers call her La Pagerie, but we suspect it is the daughter of the Marquis de Beauharnais) was to take place immediately.
A letter written by a French officer, at the time he was quitting Russia, mentions, that they were about to march to the frontiers of Turkey, and there was little doubt but the destination of the army was to India.
Mention is made that Bonaparte was expected on the 15th May at Rochefort.
L'Oracle. Report to His Imperial Highness, the Grand Duke of Berg, Lieutenant of the Emperor, Commander of his forces in Spain.
" MONSEIGNEUR! —Agreeably to the commands of your Imperial Highness, I repaired with the letter of your Highness to the Queen of Etruria, at Aranjuez. It was eight o'clock in the morning; the Queen was still in bed; she rose immediately and bade me enter:—I delivered your letter to her; she begged me to wait a little & said she would go & read it with the king & Queen. Half an hour afterwards I saw the Queen of Etruria enter with the King and Queen of Spain.—his majesty said that he thanked your imperial Highness for the share you have taken in his affliction, which was the greater, as his own son was the author of it. The king said that the revolution had been effected by forgery and corruption, and that the principal actors were his son and M. Caballero, Minister of Justice; that he had been compelled to abdicate the throne, in order to save the lives of himself and the Queen; that he knows but for this, they would have been murdered in the night; that the conduct of the Prince of Asturias was more shocking, seeing that himself (the king) having perceived his desire to reign, and being himself nearly sixty years of age, had agreed to surrender the crown to him, on his marriage taking place with a French Princess, which the King ardently desired.
The King and Queen should repair to Bajadoz, on the frontiers of Portugal; that he had good means to inform him that the climate of that country did not suit him; that he begged him to permit his choosing another place; that he sought to obtain permission of the Emperor to purchase an estate in France, where he might end his days.—The Queen told me she begged of her son to postpone their journey to Bajadoz, that she had not procured this, and that the journey was to take place on the ensuing Monday. And the moment I was departing from their Majesties, the King said to me, "I have written to the Emperor, in whose hands I repose my fate. I wish to send my letter by a Courier, but I know no surer means of sending it than by yours." The King left me then in order to repair to his cabinet. He soon returned with the following letters (No. 1 and 2) in his hand, which he gave me, and added these words, "My situation is most deplorable; they have seized the Prince de la Paz, & will put him to death: he has committed no other crime than that he has at all times been attached to me." He added there were no efforts which he would not have attempted to save the life of his unhappy friend, but that he had found the whole world deaf to his entreaties, and bent with vengeance—that the death of the Prince de la Paz would draw after it his own, and that he should not survive him.
B. DE MOUTHION. Accounts have been received stating, that a Treaty has been signed at Bayonne, between Bonaparte and the new King of Spain. The following is the substance:
By the first article Bonaparte recognizes the new King of Spain, Ferdinand the VIIth.
By the second he confers upon him the administration of Portugal until a general peace.
Another article relates to the Prince of Peace who, we hear, had not been released from prison at the date of the Treaty, but who is to be sent into France. The article contains an accusation against him.
Another article declares that Spain joins in the confederation of the Rhine, and that her contingent is to be 50,000 men.
Another article cedes to France a port in Spanish America.
There are secret articles which have not transpired.
In the Politick. Register of April 30. Copyrt. says the letter of Francis Pickering to the Legislature of Massachusetts is "excellent," and that "Mr. Pickering is one of the very best men in our country." This is precisely what Mr. Mr. Pickering has said of himself.
By a Decree of the 17th of March last, Bonaparte has ordered the execution of the measures determined on at Paris in December last respecting the Jews. It annuls all obligations for loans made by Jews to minors, without the sanction of their guardians, to married women without the consent of their husbands, or to military men, without the authority of their superior officers.—Bills granted by French subjects to Jews cannot be demanded, unless the holder prove that full value was given without any fraud. All debts accumulated by interest above five per cent. are to be reduced by the courts of law. If the interest growing on the capital exceed 15 per cent. the contract is to be declared null and void. After the 1st July next, no Jew will be allowed to trade without a patent renewable annually. This patent, the prefects are not to grant to any individual until he produce a certificate of his character, testifying that he is no usurer. No Jew not actually domiciliated in the departments of the upper and lower Rhine, can be admitted to a demicil there. In the other departments the Jews cannot be allowed to settle, except upon condition of their purchasing rural property and abandoning commerce.—The Emperor may, however, grant to individuals exceptions to this law. The Jews of the Conscription are required to perform personal service, and are not allowed to find substitutes. These regulations are to be continued only during ten years, in the hope that after that period, there will be no difference between the moral character of the Jews, and other citizens of the empire. If the contrary should appear, the law will be continued in force. London Paper.
DOMESTIC.
WASHINGTON CITY, July 6.
The Anniversary of Independence was on Monday celebrated with the usual demonstrations of satisfaction. Business was generally suspended, and the day devoted to festivity. The dawn was ushered in by a discharge of cannon at the navy yard, which was repeated several times during the day. The uniformed companies of militia and regulars, paraded early in the morning and went thro' various military evolutions. At noon, the apartments of the president were open for the reception of a large concourse of ladies and gentlemen, who partook of an abundant collation of refreshments, and were entertained by the excellent music of the Marine Corps.
The president, in conformity to the spirit of the times, was dressed in a neat suit of homespun—We hope that ere another return of this day, the example, thus patriotically set by the chief magistrate, will be universally followed, and that the fair sex, by the magic of fashion, will remove the strongest existing obstacles.
The author of the immortal Declaration of Independence had once more the gratification of seeing himself surrounded by fellow beings, enjoying the highest political blessings ever conferred on men, and reaping in common with their fellow citizens throughout the union, the fruits of a prosperity unknown to any other nation. Compared to the feelings inspired by such a scene, what is the pride of kings or the triumphs of conquerors? Amidst the honors and glory that encompass them, there is wanting that small still voice , without which fame and power are the sources of the acutest infelicity. Well might such a man, whose whole life has been assiduously devoted to the good of his country, or to the still more expanded interests of mankind, cast his eyes over the world, and drop a tear of pity at the wretchedness of those who are the envy, the admiration, the terror of mankind. Well might he rejoice, in having his lot cast among a people, who consider kings and tyrants equivalent terms.
There was something peculiarly interesting, in the reflection, that this was probably the last anniversary of the day that called us into national existence, on which Thomas Jefferson, in his official character, would appear amidst his fellow citizens in commemoration of its return; that in a few fleeting months, he would resign his high powers, and retire into the walks of private life. If there be any thing that confers distinction on the human character, & raises it to the highest pitch of greatness, it is the voluntary surrender of power; and when this surrender is the result of principles, at variance with the feelings and wishes of millions, and when he who makes it as the object of their respect and affection, the idea becomes one of the most sublime that can enter our minds. Of this nature were the feelings inspired by the anticipation of an event, which, however it may be approved, cannot fail to be mingled with the tenderest regret and deepest solicitude. Venerable sage! when this interesting era shall arrive, may you in retirement find the purest happiness conferred on mortals, the esteem of the wise, the love of the good, the gratitude of your country, the admiration of mankind, and the still more inestimable blessing of a conscience free from reproach; of a heart still alive to the interests of your fellow-men.
The militia of the county of Washington never before appeared to so much advantage. At the hour of eleven the line was formed in the following order, from right to left.
Right Wing. Captain Cox's troop of cavalry. Captain Brent's troop of cavalry. Captain Davidson's light infantry. Captain Jones's light infantry. Captain Queen's light infantry. Left Wing. Captain Burch's artillery. Captain Calder's light infantry. Captain Andrew's battalion infantry. Captain Smith's rifle company. Patriotic boys—about 15 or 18—all in uniform. Captain Burch fired a morning salute of 17 guns. Captain Peter's flying artillery arriving at the hour of review and taking post on the left of the whole—the signal was given—the review performed and the general retired. General Mason was the reviewing officer. Majors Beal and Sprigg were the acting officers of the day.
The salute of the day of 17 guns was given by the flying artillery.
The open column then being formed, it marched, saluted the president. It then retired to the ground, and was dismissed. The business of the day was hurried by the appearance and fall of rain. The whole parade presented the interesting spectacle of that martial ardor which may be expected, when our country is exposed to unusual peril.
In the morning capt. Brent's troop of cavalry paraded before the house of Mr. Madison, when Mrs. Madison presented them with an elegant standard, accompanied by a patriotic address, to which captain Brent made an appropriate reply. Nat. Int.
The following paragraph is from a Charleston paper of the 17th of June:
"A letter from Savannah, to a gentleman in Charleston, dated the 12th instant, states, that the French privateer, L'Exchange and La Jeune Estelle, boarded off Amelia island, a brig from Baltimore, capt. Brownlowe, and took from her 203 barrels flour, and a quantity of other provisions, upon which they fix-
ed their own prices, and gave the captain an order on a person in Charleston, for the amount."
There is but too much reason to believe that this is another case of violence against the embargo laws; the property having been taken by connivance of the capt. of the brig. Indeed a Charleston paper states, that it is known, that the captain had declared, previous to leaving port, that he would sell his whole cargo to the privateersmen, if he could get a good price for it. These instances of "plunder" and "barbarity," have not been rare of late. 16.
NORFOLK, July 6.
The United States' Frigate Chesapeake, Commodore Decatur , has received orders to proceed on a cruise immediately. She will sail with the first wind. Ledger.
Advices are received by the Eliz. capt. Brown, from Havana, which state that by intelligence received from Spain by the first of May, the Prince of Peace was actually beheaded, and his estates confiscated. The tonnage of sixty cents per ton on vessels arriving at Havana, with a duty of three per cent. had been abolished. The monies arising from those impositions, were exclusively appropriated for the Prince of Peace. 16.
NEW-YORK POLITICS.
That the reader may understand the whole of the following resolutions, a few circumstances should be previously stated.—A short time since, notice was given in the N. York Public Advertiser, that a meeting of the General Republican Committee appointed by the wards of that city, would be held on a stated Evening. It was understood that the object of this meeting was, to submit to them a proposition for calling a general meeting of the Republicans to take into consideration certain topics interesting to the republican party; among others, the selection of a candidate for the next President of the U. States, and the late infamous conduct of James Cheetham Editor of the American Citizen. The committee met. James Townsend Esq. was ardent in favor of the proposition for calling a meeting of the Republicans. The committee however decided against it. For this conduct Mr. Townsend was rewarded by being denounced and proscribed by Cheetham as a quid and an apostate, as a politician who had formerly ranked with the Federalists, but had since deserted over to the Republican camp—To arrest the course of these unmerited and dangerous proscriptions, a meeting of the 2nd and 7th wards of the city of New-York was convened.
The 2d ward avers in its resolutions its abhorrence of these slanders. It asserts that Mr. T. has "ever been a firm, able and unadulterated republican," and that his constituents therefore feel it a duty incumbent on them "to vindicate the character of their worthy representative from these foul calumnies in as public a manner as it has been abused."
The 7th ward goes farther in its resolutions. Not contented with abjuring the political heresies, and foul calumnies of Cheetham, it has proceeded to adopt the nomination at Washington. The following are these resolutions:
At a numerous and respectable meeting of the republicans of the Seventh Ward, convened agreeable to public notice, at the house of Reuben Brooks, No. 229, Cherry street, on Friday evening, the 1st of July, 1808. The following resolutions were passed without opposition.
SAMUEL TORBERT, Chairman. BENJAMIN PRINCE, Secretary.
WHEREAS it is the opinion of this meeting, that harmony among republicans is at all times necessary and desirable, and particularly so at the present important crisis in our national affairs; therefore it has, for a number of years, been the uniform practice in this state, for the republican members of our legislature to nominate and recommend candidates for the office of Governor and Lieutenant Governor. The same system was adopted in the year 1800 and 1804, by the republican members of Congress, nominating candidates for President and Vice-President of the United States; and whereas a large majority of the republican members of congress have recently, and in conformity with the usual practice, nominated and recommended James Madison for the office of President, and George Clinton for the office of Vice-President; and we having full confidence in the integrity of the republican members of Congress, and having no reason to doubt, but in making said nomination, that they were actuated by the most laudable and patriotic motives; and we, knowing no mode better calculated to ascertain the sentiments of, give satisfaction to, and promote harmony among, the republicans throughout the United States:—Therefore,
Resolved, That if we do cordially acquiesce in the nomination of JAMES MADISON, for the office of PRESIDENT, and GEO: CLINTON, for the office of VICE PRESIDENT of the United States. But notwithstanding we acquiesce in the nomination of James Madison, for president, we do still entertain the highest regard for our venerable patriot, George Clinton, whom we consider eminently entitled to our esteem and respect.
And whereas James Cheetham, editor of the newspapers entitled the American Citizen and Republican Watch Tower, did, the early part of last winter, make a violent and outrageous attack on the present administration of our general government, alleging that it was doing deeds without a name, and acting under the influence of one of the belligerent powers; and whereas the publications in said newspapers, generally from that time to this, (with the exception of two or three weeks previous to our last spring election) have evinced a very hostile disposition to the general government, by propagating calumnies against the president, congress and heads of departments, calculated to destroy the confidence of the people in their administration, to excite local prejudices, to distract, divide and destroy the republican party, and that too, at a time when harmony and union was never more essentially necessary to promote the best interest of our country: And whereas the said James Cheetham does now, and seems determined to persist in the same line of conduct, contrary to, and in contempt of the sentiments of the republicans of this city:—Therefore,
Resolved, As the sense of this meeting, that the said newspapers entitled the American Citizen and Republican Watch Tower, are not any longer considered by us as republican papers, and that they ought not to be any longer esteemed as organs of republican opinion.
Resolved, That we consider the privilege of individually, or collectively, expressing our opinions of public men, and public measures, as the inherent and inalienable right of freemen, guaranteed by the constitution of our country, and therefore are determined not to be deterred therefrom by the contemptible menaces of any unprincipled and apostate editor.
Resolved, That we view the attempt made by the editor of the American Citizen, to injure the reputation of James Townsend, a firm and uniform republican, as wicked, false and malicious; and the author, as a man of embushing impudence, despicable to society, and notorious as a slanderer.
Resolved, That the proceedings of this meeting be signed by the chairman and secretary; and that
a committee of three cause the same to be published in every republican paper printed in this state, during each week, for three weeks in succession, and to be forwarded to our republican brethren throughout the United States.
SAMUEL TORBERT, Chairman. BENJAMIN PRINCE, Secretary.
CHARLESTON, June 30.
A Spanish letter of Marque ship of 20 guns and 150 men, which sailed from the Havannah, on the evening of the same day with capt. DARRELL, bound for old Spain, with a cargo of 1400 boxes of sugar, has been captured off cape Florida, by a British frigate.
NATIONAL FESTIVITY.
The fourth of July has been celebrated in various parts of this country, with more than its usual spirit. The zeal displayed at this trying crisis of our national affairs, distinctly shows to the monarchs of the Eastern world, that the spark of the altar of '76, is yet unextinguished in our bosoms; and that the sons of the present day duly appreciate the valuable boon bequeathed to them by their forefathers.—As it is impossible for us to present a full account of all these brilliant festivals, we are obliged to content ourselves with the publication of such proceedings and toasts, as are most striking in themselves, or best calculated to show "the form and pressure of the times." In some respects, these toasts deserve the title of barometers of the national sentiment.
At NORFOLK, the day was celebrated with a zeal and ardour which has been seldom witnessed. The 54th regiment formed the line and went through the several evolutions. The several volunteer corps attached to this regiment appeared in full uniform and equipment. After the parade, the regiment marched to Christ's Church, to hear an oration delivered by Mr. Charles K. Blanchard "replete with thoughts that breathe, and words that burn."
TOASTS, drank by the Norfolk Junior Volunteers. The patriots of '76—they could bear non-importation and non-intercourse, sooner than submit to British injustice—they were proud of the privations which they voluntarily assumed, and gloried in the virtuous cross which they bore.—3 cheers.
John Quincy Adams—We admire him for his noble and generous patriotism—he has risen superior to party feeling, when he finds the interest of his country at stake.—3 cheers.
The American Eagle—May it never take its sojourn until "past meridian," and gaze forever west.—12 cheers.
May the present European warfare, and American retirement, eventuate in the return of political reason, the renovation of the law of nations, the restoration of the freedom of the seas, and the protection of neutral rights.—9 cheers.
Volunteer by gen. Matthews—May the rising generation hand down unqualified to posterity the principles that actuated their fathers in '76.—9 cheers.
By Major Newton—Perpetuity to the United States, and to their independence.
By Capt. R. B. Taylor—Honorable war rather than inglorious peace.
At PORTSMOUTH, this glorious anniversary was celebrated with "unusual ardour." The day was ushered in with the firing of ordnance; at 10, five corps of the 7th regiment assembled before the court-house, and after going through several military evolutions with great credit, formed the line of march and proceeded to Mount Airy near Portsmouth which commands a beautiful view of the harbor of Norfolk. An extensive and commodious booth was prepared for their reception. In front of the camp, were raised a Liberty Pole and Cap, the motto—"Independence—1776."
Perpetual Union to the United States, on real Republican Principles, & confusion to those who harbor a wish to the contrary.
The Embargo, the work of necessity—May all bear its privations with that fortitude and firmness which become American Citizens.
The memory of our slaughtered Fellow-Citizens who fell on board the Chesapeake—May their murderers be exalted to a gallows.
The Manufactures of the United States—May they expand like the acorn of Liberty planted in '76, to the sturdy Republican Oak of this day.
Republicans, stand firm to your posts—Quids, to the right about face.
The crisis of our public affairs is important.—We repel with disdain those who will not support our honor and Independence.
The American Fair—most pleasing to their Husbands and Sweethearts, when ornamented with their own Manufactures.
At BALTIMORE, the anniversary of our Independence received the most marked attention.—The Baltimore Brigade of Volunteers exhibited in great force and splendid style. It showed five companies of Artillery, four troops of Cavalry, four companies of Riflemen, 34 of Infantry and 1 of Juvenile Pikemen—composing a grand total of nearly 3,000 men, well organized and completely equipped.—The corps of Artilleryists under the command of Robert Goodloe Harper, quondam aid-de-camp of Gen. McPherson in the Hot-water war, was the only company in the 3rd. Brigade, that neglected to honor the birthday of Freedom. This circumstance was strongly expressed in the following indignant volunteer toast, from a member of the Union Greens: "Hemp strings for the HARPER, who would not play on the 4th of July."
TOASTS—The Embargo—though we feel its weight—May it continue, till Britain and France respect our rights and give reparation for past offences and security for the future.
The Embargo—We will endure its pains with a patriotic firmness, assured of its being the means of avoiding a greater evil. 3 cheers.
A speedy exportation to the enemies of our country through the Custom-House at Passamaquoddy, and no drawback.
The commerce of the U. States—Our ships safe moored in our harbors, till the enemies of commerce teach themselves wisdom.—3 cheers. 2 guns.
Our manufacturing companies—may our managers be inspired with judgment and be encouraged by every friend of America—which will be the last step to our independence—art and providence to whirl the spool—Providence to guide the shuttle—and providence will supply our every want. 5 cheers, 4 guns.
Orders of Council and Imperial Decrees—The countersign of plunder, piracy and murder.
A suit of tar and feathers to the political fox who would think himself degraded by a coat of home-spun.
Aaron Burr; worthy of a bag-piper and a Harper, to lull him to rest in a Martin box.
TOASTS by the Fells-Point Columbian Blues. Thomas Jefferson, President of the United States.—Like the Eagle seated upon a rock he hears and sees undisturbed the futile bickerings of mad politicians which rage beneath him.
George Clinton, Vice-President—The Patriot, Soldier and Statesman—The sun cheers in the morning, invigorates at noon and retires in the evening. Stony Point, 3 guns, 3 cheers.
The present administration of our Country—prompt to act right, and right to act promptly. The memory of General Washington—The re-

Every instance in the vast public biography of the world, where, in a nation, the military, the chief civil officer, and the private citizen, harmoniously united in one, to make an honest, ambitious man Roslin Castle. Solemn pause. The next President—May he, like Roslin of old, receive the heaven-descending mantle of his predecessor. 4. G. 6. ch. President's march. John Q. Adams—The Aristides of Massachusetts—he wrote upon the shell his political expositions, then gave it back again to Timothy Pickering. 8. G. 9. ch.
By the Republican Citizens of Baltimore; Joseph H. Nicholson, President. The Pacific measure—Which took our wealth from the vanguard, and our men from the servitude of tyranny. Three times three—9 cheers. The American Seaman—May he never be subject to that tyranny at sea, which his country could never endure on shore. Volunteer, by the President—The spirit and policy of the United States—Never to encroach and never to yield.
At PHILADELPHIA, the 4th of July was celebrated by the Society of Friends of the People. The Declaration of Independence was read by Maj. Bartram, and received with enthusiastic applause. At dinner, the president of the society, Gen. M. Leib, presided.
The heroes who bled, and the sages who toiled for us—Let their achievements receive our homage in the unimpaired preservation of their legacy. 3 guns. The author of Common Sense—He opened our eyes to our interests—May ingratitudes never shut them upon his services. 2 guns, 3 cheers. The Embargo and the President—'Tis not in mortals to command success, he has done more, he has deserved it. 3 guns, 6 cheers. The rights of nations—Violated by tyrants—May Freemen sooner submit to a perpetual embargo, than surrender them. 2 guns. Whilst our country produces Pickering, may we always have Adams to expose their vices.
TOASTS BY Col. Leiper's troop of Horse. May the American eagle, the ensign of a great, free, and enlightened people, be respected throughout the globe, as the noble bird, that humbled the British Lion—9 cheers. May the Demon of discord be laid prostrate, and Republicans act in unity and friendship—principles and not men—united we stand, divided we fall—9 cheers. James Madison, secretary of state—May he be our next President—12 cheers. Simon Snyder, the democratic candidate for governor of the state of Pennsylvania—May his patriotism, integrity and abilities be gratefully remembered and honorably rewarded in October next—12 cheers.
By a party of gentlemen, R. Bache Esqr. and Mr. Jones, ex-Representative in Congress, joint Presidents of the Festival. Peace preferred with Honour; or war waged with Fortitude. Carol, "The Chesapeake!" Countersign, "Atonement." The press—the torch of the intellectual world; may its rays be directed to enlighten, and not to consume.
THE ENQUIRER. RICHMOND, JULY 12, 1808.
To the Editor of the Enquirer. A Citizen of Westmoreland, who over that signature wrote the communication published in your paper a few weeks ago, requests leave again to occupy another column of it. You will probably, the more readily comply with this request, when he assures you it is the last he shall make. If your Port-Royal correspondent and himself agreed as well on every subject, as they do in their opinion, of the "unprofitableness" of that one, which has drawn forth these remarks, your useful columns would not have been taken up with such useless matter. He is sorry the discovery was not sooner made. It would have saved us both the trouble of writing, and you the pain of publishing.
Why, let me ask, was this "uninteresting and unprofitable subject" forced upon the public? Way was the communication of the 10th of May, written or published? What was its object, or where the necessity which justified it? The subject in itself was trifling and insignificant. From what peculiar circumstance then did it derive its dignity or importance? These questions, which have been asked by more persons than one, the Port-Royal gentleman can alone answer. It, however, is truly ridiculous, to hear him now, who first appeared before the public in a news-paper, with a pretended statement of facts, urge the propriety of confining the examination of them to the neighborhood immediately concerned in their explanation. His example like that of many greater men, contradicts his precept.
The Citizen of Westmoreland erred, it is said, in stating that Mr. B. continued on the Bench from the commencement of the election until he gave his own vote. With something like an air of triumph, the Port-Royalist and his coadjutor assert "that previous to this time, Mr. B. retired to the tavern and dined—that soon after the polls were opened, when he had but 6 or 7 votes, he offered to withdraw if Mr. Parker thought it would serve him." & "that shortly after making this offer he did withdraw, and dined before he voted."
It would be no difficult matter to expose the studied evasions of these general allegations. When it was so easy with the assistance of the "gentlemen on the spot," to have given us more particular information. Taking too the fact along, that when Mr. B. received his 7th vote, 85 persons had been polled, it might be questioned whether a retreat after that time, was either a very precipitate one, or made "soon after the polls were opened." A personal enemy of Mr. B.'s might insinuate, that he had remained long enough to discover the futility of his own hopes, before he recollected the propriety of making "at the shrine of principle, the sacrifice of his pride or ambition;" that little merit can be claimed by him, who withdrew from a contest, in which he ought never to have engaged, when he can no longer continue it with honor or advantage, and that the dangers "of throwing the republican candidates into a small minority," seemed not to be a consideration so powerful with him, as the dreadfulness of the prospect before him.
Yet waving any captious objections of this nature, it is more material to his own justification for the Citizen of Westmoreland to remark, that before he sent his communication to the press, in order to be as correct as possible, he submitted the substance of it to Mr. McKenny one of the candidates who continued on the bench, to two of the gentlemen who kept the polls, and to several others of the first respectability, who were present at the election; and they all agreed that it contained a faithful representation of facts. The mistake therefore if it was one, was common to us all, and must have arisen from the well-known circumstance that during al-
most the whole time of the election, Mr. B. was seen on the bench, that he was considered by all the voters as a candidate, until the polls were closed, and that the result of the election was in no way affected by any conduct of his, after they were opened.
The expression of the Citizen of Westmoreland, however, ought not to have been taken literally , if it was substantially correct. He could not have meant to assert that Mr. B. any more than any other candidate, was actually present at every moment during the whole election. The nature of the controversy and the facts in issue, did not render it necessary that he should. It is not unusual, near the close of an election, for even the most persevering candidate to leave the bench for a few moments, and the possibility of the occurrence of such an event in the present case, was not in the contemplation of the writer. Mr. McKenny recollected that just before Mr. B. voted himself, he was on the bench, and had there a conversation with him respecting the next presidential election. Mr. B. himself, will tell the gentleman that when Mr. John Payne his federal friend voted, (who was about the 190th out of a few more than 280) he had never for a moment quitted the bench, and if he should have forgotten that circumstance, the subject of his conversation, before alluded to, with Mr. P. will recall it most forcibly to his recollection. Other evidence can be had, that afterwards , when different persons voted, Mr. B. was still present—so as to force the conviction, that if he retired at all, it was for a short space of time, and neither "soon after the polls were opened," or with the motives which have been ascribed to him. The substance therefore of the Citizen of Westmoreland's assertion is not at all affected by the notable discovery that Mr. B. dined before he voted.
The remaining part of the communication in question, though not admitted in terms, is yet not directly denied. A denial and an evasion are not correlative terms. It is admitted that Mr. B. did offer previous to March W. Court, in contradiction to the Port-Royal gentleman's first assertion. If he made known his intentions to only a "few of his acquaintances," those few were very industrious in giving them publicity. Yet if this were indeed true, why was not the assertion directly denied, that he publicly avowed his intentions at Westmoreland court-house and elsewhere? The gentlemen at that place and in other parts of the county could then have judged between us.
That this determination might have been suspended until Mr. McKenny's final decision was known, or that the Port-Royal gentleman heard what he says he heard, is probable enough. It seems, however, to have been suspended for little purpose, when Mr. McKenny's final refusal to decline only revived Mr. B.'s intentions to offer. One would have imagined that this circumstance, if indeed Mr. B. wished the election of the republican candidates, would have produced a contrary effect.
Mr. B. himself declared to more than one person who will attest the fact, that until Mr. Payne promised him his support, he had no idea of offering; and that the prospect of success which this promise afforded him, induced him to offer. Whether this (which by the bye was not intended as a reproach to Mr. B.) was his "sole inducement," or whether the distinction (poor as the P. R. Gentleman seems to think it) of a seat in the Va. Legislature, did not constitute some part of it , the writer will not pretend to determine. The remark about Mr. B.'s indifference to the fate of his election does not deserve a comment. If he was so indifferent, why against the persuasion of many of his former friends, stand a poll? He must, it is imagined, himself disclaim such affectation. It is an ill-judged attempt to compliment him at the expense of the people of Westmoreland; and if it were true, it would only prove, that they and Mr. B. were equally indifferent towards each other.
The circumstance of the intended compromise between Mr. B. and Mr. Cox, may be called by any other name than a coalition (for I will not dispute about names,) but surely it gave some reason to the Republicans to believe, that Mr. B. had deserted his former friends, and to the Federalists, that they had gained a new convert. The respectability of the umpire could not alter the case. Mr. Campbell, respectable as he is, is a decided federalist. He would have advised Mr. Cox to decline in favour of no man but a federalist, or one pursuing some great end common to both. Mr. B. knew this, for he was acquainted with Mr. C.'s principles, and ought not therefore to have placed himself in a situation where to be suspected was to be abandoned.
Here this controversy may rest. The citizen of W. engaged in it reluctantly, and like the Port-Royal gentleman "purely with a view to common justice, in which he was influenced by no motive of the slightest hostility towards him, or Mr. B. or any other man on earth." To that gentleman he sincerely wishes discreeter friends than he has lately found. But for their zealous interference, the circumstances of the Westmoreland election, would soon have been forgotten. Mr. B. himself might have been restored to the confidence of his former friends by explaining what seemed equivocal or improper in his conduct, without the mediation of a third party or an appeal to an indifferent public.
This communication has been delayed, Mr. Editor, for reasons neither interesting to the public or to you. But I trust it is not too late to answer the only purposes for which it is intended. My name you are at liberty to communicate to those who are interested in the knowledge of it. A CITIZEN OF WESTMORELAND. Westmoreland, June 25. (Here the controversy ends in this paper.)
The last accounts from Europe shed little light on the present state of affairs. It is somewhat curious, that among the extracts from the E. prints, there are no important accounts of the measures of parliament; there is nothing calculated to show us, whether the result of Rose's mission had been communicated to the public, and what effect had been produced by it upon the parliament or the people. There is not a line about the revocation or continuation of their orders in council. The most important extracts relate to the revolutions of Spain. It is no longer uncertain whether Bonaparte designs to restore the old king to his throne, or to confer the young prince in his possession. The die is cast. Prince of Asturias is recognized as Ferdinand the 7th king of Spain. In the mean time, the English prints are extremely busy in exaggerating the discontents and insurrections of the Spanish people. But if these are as great as these prints represent, it is the worst thing that could have befallen that unhappy and degenerate nation. Nothing would
furnish Bonaparte with more cogent reasons or more plausible pretexts for extending his own power, and riveting the fetters of Spain. Among these extracts, we are once more presented with vague and alarming rumours about our relations with France. A new decree they say has gone forth against our commerce. At one time, it is represented as an Embargo upon all of our vessels, then in the ports of France and Holland. At another, it assumes the dreadful shape of a decree of confiscation on all the property under sequestration. But the following communication in a London paper, whose authenticity is said to be unquestionable, seems most likely to wear the air of truth:
"Extract of a letter, dated Helder, May 4. A Decree, issued by the Emperor at Bayonne, reached Amsterdam the 28th April, confirming all measures previously decreed respecting navigation; and I am well informed, subjecting all American vessels with their cargoes, if met at sea or arriving in any port of France, to positive condemnation. The reason assigned is, that the embargo in America has been of such long continuance, that a vessel can reach the ports of the continent without having been previously sent into England. The ship Mary, Captain Kimbel; and the brig Newton, capt. Daly, have been ordered out of the Texel, without having intercourse with the shore; & if they had arrived after the 28th ultimo, I think it probable they would have been confiscated by orders of the Government. You may consider the above information as correct for I have it from numerous and respectable authorities."
Could such a Decree provoke the resentment or complaints of the United States? If the American vessel, so seized, is one of those, who were caught in Europe by the Embargo, and has since consented to sail and serve under a British license, does she not deserve this fate? If on the other supposition, she has evaded our embargo laws, if she has slipped out of our ports without a clearance, or pushed off to Europe in violation of her bonds, is there any honest man who will complain of her confiscation? In what different lights would this last idea present the conduct of Bonaparte and his Britannic majesty! The one enacts an order, inviting and tempting our citizens to violate the laws of their country. The other frankly assures them, that if they visit the ports of France, they will be confiscated as bon pris .
Extract of a letter from a very respectable gentleman, to his friend in this city, dated Kingston (Jamaica) 27th May. "Times here are truly distressing. Every article of provisions very scarce. Flour at 10l.* the barrel, owing to this infernal embargo . Although your careful government is so watchful, two vessels made their appearance in this port full of flour ; at the same time making an Entry at your custom house ; "cleared in ballast to collect debts," at the first outset. They were ordered to depart, but as the British merchants are ever generous , they made application to the Governor for all vessels, coming here to collect debts, may be allowed to take the money off from the same, or any other article, according to law, which was instantly granted by our governor."
*4s. 8d. to the dollar.
FOURTH OF JULY. After the various manoeuvres which the Richmond Rifle Volunteers, under the command of Captain George Turner, were called on to perform, had been gone through, they marched to his residence at Mansfield —where they were received by the corps, an excellent Barbecue . Immediately after partaking of the festival, a circuit was formed on a beautiful green adjacent, the Declaration of Independence read, and a short and appropriate address delivered. The company then occupied the seats, and the following TOASTS were drunk, interspersed with patriotic songs:
1. The day we celebrate; May each succeeding age maintain the principles of our glorious revolution, enjoy its blessings and transmit them to posterity unimpaired. 2. The friends of America; May they ever be distinguished by a strict and uniform adherence to her rights and interests. 3. The memory of the immortal Washington; May all the rulers of the earth imitate his examples. 4. The President of the U. States. 5. May he, who with unbridled ambition, attempts by threats, to trample on our rights, or by stratagem to disunite us, receive the punishment due to his crime. 6. The chief justice of the U. States; Firm in the field and great in the councils. 7. America; May peace be her motto. 8. Improvement in our arts and invention to our artists. 9. May revolutions never cease while the rights of man are withheld. 10. Morgan, Clarke, Campbell, Shelby, &c. Let their names be handed to posterity without a blot, and their memories hailed as the authors of American Liberty. 11. May the principles of Liberty be disseminated through the armies of Tyrants, and every Soldier become a Citizen. 12. The brow of the brave; May it never want a wreath of Laurels to adorn it. 13. May all the governments of the world consult the interests and promote the happiness of the governed. 14. Confusion to those veiled patriots who forsake the cause of Liberty in time of danger. 15. Our tongues; May they never be used as Rifes, to wound the characters of any good man. 16. May the genius of Liberty visit every clime, and may her maxims pervade the Universe. 17. The fair daughters of Columbia—Whilst we are ranging the Forests for their defence, may they be clothing us at home.
VOLUNTEERS. Happy at home in peace, but should the impending clouds burst forth with all their threatening violence, we are ready to go to the fields and forests for the defence of our country. Capt. Turner. We are one—The Soldier's Adieu—By Capt. Wm. Dandridge, who, after mustering with the company, had been invited to dine with it—Capt. Dandridge commands a Rifle Company some little below Richmond. The tree of Liberty—it bloomed in '76, may its blossoms never be blighted. Lieut. Taylor. The memory of Benjamin Franklin—The world's instructor, and the foe of Tyrants. Mr. F. Abbott. Peace if obtained on reasonable terms, in preference to war. Mr. John Lawlor. Rifles, Powder, Balls, Union and discipline. Mr. Gerard Banks.
FOURTH OF JULY, 1808. On this day, the Anniversary of American Independence, pursuant to arrangements made on the 24th June last, Captain R. Matthews, Troop of Cavalry and Captain James Davies Edwards's Company of Light Infantry paraded on the Court-House green in presence of a large concourse of the Inhabitants of Surry, most of whom were clad in Domestic Manufactures—when a procession was formed and proceeded to the Court-house, where the Declaration of American Independence was read by Major Samuel Butler, a veteran of '76—and a luminous and appropriate oration was delivered by Doctor Charles H. Graves—After which the procession retired to Capt. M. son's Tavern to dine; when Major Samuel Butler was appointed President, Major Benjamin E. Browne Vice-President, and James Davies Edwards Secretary—Samuel Butler, John Faulcon, Charles H. Graves, James D. Edwards, Ruben Butler, William Randolph and Richard Mason, Esquires, who were appointed a Committee for the purpose, produced the following Toasts, which were drunk amidst the plaudits of the whole company—to wit:
1st. The day we celebrate—May its annual return always find America, free, happy and independent. 9 Cheers, 17 guns. 2nd. Thomas Jefferson, President of the United States—He carries with him to his voluntary retirement the love of Myriads—3 cheers, 3 guns. 3rd. The memory of the illustrious Washington—In the field he taught us how to acquire liberty; In the Cabinet how to preserve it, and in private life, how to enjoy it; 3 cheers, 9 guns. 4th. The memory of those heroes who fell in the contest for American Independence; Their blood & labors, & the fruit thereof (liberty) are valued too high for Americans to submit to the least degradation. 5 cheers, 3 guns. 5th. James Madison, the able statesman and undeviating patriot; May the people of America, properly appreciate his worth; 2 cheers, 4 guns. 6th. James Monroe; He deserves well of his country. 2 cheers, 4 guns. 7th. Election by the people; May they estimate the right, and at all times attend its call; political condemnation on all who, by partial representation or other intrigue, attempt an undue bias on them. 2 guns. 8th. Our Brother Americans pressed into the British service; although liberty has for a moment apparently fled from us, e'er long you shall break in its sun-shine, and the outstretched arms of your countrymen will receive, and press you to their bosom—3 guns. 9th. The Embargo; A wise measure adopted by the Administration; We feed not Lions that seek to destroy us—3 cheers 17 guns. 10th. American Patriotism, which obeys the laws, extinguishes animosities and respects misfortunes. 3 cheers, 1 gun. 11th. The high seas—The public property of the world; A supremacy over them is iniquitous. 3 cheers, 3 guns. 12th. The natural and social rights of Man; Wisdom to know, courage to defend, and liberty to diffuse them—1 cheer, 3 guns. 13th. The Militia of the United States, the best defence of a republic—May they in every respect be prepared for war. 9 cheers, 17 guns. 14th. The Constitution, the test of Republicanism—May it be guarded against interpolation, and remain the standard of political faith. 4 cheers, 10 guns. 15th. The American Infant Manufactories—May they soon grow into perfection, and prove to the nations of the world, we can live within ourselves, in plenty, peace and happiness. 7 cheers, 17 guns. 16th. May parties mingle and factions die on this sacred day. 3 cheers, 3 guns. 17th. The fair daughters of Columbia—May they smile on none, but friends to liberty. 6 cheers, 17 guns.
VOLUNTEERS. By the President—National honor, formed not on calculation, but National sentiment 5 cheers, 6 guns. By the Vice-President—The Federal Judiciary, equal to its functions, but not paramount to government. 3 cheers, 2 guns. Doctor Graves having retired. By Captain John Faulcon—The orator of the day—May the warm zeal which he now possesses for his country, terminate only with his death. 3 cheers, 3 guns. By Captain J. Wilson—The Governor of Virginia—He has the confidence of this state. 5 cheers, 6 guns. By Doctor Graves—Printing—May it remain unshackled while in the hands of honest and enlightened citizens—6 cheers, 6 guns. By James D. Edwards—The government of the United States—May it be dictated by prudence, conducted with justice and supported by Fortitude. 3 cheers, 4 guns. By Captain Mason—Unanimity in correct opinions—by whatever political party possessed. 3 cheers, 4 guns. By Reuben Butler, Esq.—The successor to the illustrious Jefferson—May his administration be alike, wise and happy. 9 cheers, 17 guns. By W. Edwards, Esq.—The Violations of the Embargo—May they receive the just execrations of the virtuous Americans. 3 cheers, 1 gun. By Capt. Seward—John Randolph and his proselytes—May they be immersed in the Font of popular sentiment, and baptized of their political heresy ere the next Presidential election—3 cheers, 4 guns. By Ro. Watkins, Esquire—Edwin Gray our representative in Congress, and the friend of John Randolph—We have read his Letters, but value most his paper—No half leaves for Freemen—let's Embargo him—3 Huzzas. By William Randolph, Esq.—A speedy peace to all nations and liberty for its basis. 9 Huzzas, 17 guns. By Fielden Bell, Esq.—May the spirit of Seventy-six ever predominate in the American breast. 7 Cheers. By Samuel Bell, Esq.—May the embargo continue, until the Europeans learn their best policy. 9 Cheers. By Captain Simpson—The Citizens of the United States—May they enjoy many happy returns of this propitious day. 9 Cheers. By John M. S. George, Esq.—May every true American like the towering Eagle look down with contempt on the attempts of the minions of European despots to dismember their union. 6 cheers. By John Bell, Esq.—The United States of America—United we stand, but divided we fall. 9 cheers.
Every countenance evinced pleasure—The most perfect harmony prevailed—but one sentiment appeared to pervade the whole assembly:
SAMUEL BUTLER, President. JAMES DAVIES EDWARDS, Secretary.
We learn by the Raleigh Register, that Messrs. Franklin, Holland, and Mr. Williams Representatives from the state of North Carolina, have decided a re-election to Congress.
Resolutions passed in December, by the members of Leeds (E.)
1. That the protracted contest between this country and France, has placed Great Britain in a state of hostility with the whole continent of Europe, and has produced the severest distress throughout all the manufacturing districts, by the interruption of every branch of foreign commerce. 2. That the further prosecution of the war them, and to concentrate them in one patriotic effort, if the offered olive branch should be rejected by the French government, as such rejection would convince every one it was necessary to submit to the evils of war, to ward off the still more intolerable evils which would arise from the loss of our national honor and independence. 3. That these resolutions be transmitted to the trustees of the Leeds Cloth Halls, and they be requested to call a general meeting at Leeds, for the purpose of taking into consideration the propriety of presenting a petition to the king, praying him to take immediate measures for the attainment of peace. 6. That these resolutions be advertised in the Leeds Mercury. 7. That the thanks of this meeting be given to the chairman for his attention to the business of the meeting. ELI PEARSON, Chairman.
JAMES RIVER COMPANY—A dividend of four and an half per cent for six months, ending the 30th June will be paid to the stockholders on application to
ROBERT POLLARD, Treasurer. July 12.
RICHMOND TURNPIKE COMPANY—At a meeting of the directors of the Richmond Turnpike Company on Thursday evening the 7th of July, 1808—
Resolved, That all shares of delinquent stockholders in this company, be sold at the Swan Tavern in this city on Monday the 15th day of next month, at 5 o'clock, P. M. without reserve; and that the same be published in all the newspapers of this city. Resolved, That a call of Five Dollars on each share of the stockholders in the company be made, to be paid to the treasurer on or before the 15th of next month. Teste, N. SHEPPARD, Clk. July 12.
ALLEGRO, RICHARD & Co.—Having no longer any concern in the COLUMBIAN MILLS, (commonly called Ross's MILLS,) inform their friends and the public in general that any WHEAT sent to them by water from the upper country, will be received at THEIR MILLS ON THE CANAL, and any Wheat sent to them by LAND will be received at a convenient Lumber-House contiguous to their counting-room. Richmond July 12. (ep2m)
WILL be sold for cash, in the town of Charlottesville, at the door of Triplett T. Estes, by virtue of a deed of trust entered by James Lewis &c. for purposes in said deed mentioned, on the second day of August next, being the 2d day of Albermarle August court: One certain tract of land situated in the county of Albermarle, and adjoining the lands of John Bailey, John Dutter, sen. Estell, Samuel Deadman, Thomas Garth, jun. &c. Supposed to contain in Three Hundred Acres, be the same more or less. Also one other tract or parcel of Land, lying and being in said county, supposed to contain fifty acres, be the same more or less, being the tract or parcel of land sold by Benjamin Brown, trustee for Stephen Hughes and James Lewis, and purchased by said Lewis on the day of sale, as per deed said trustee now on record in the county court of Albermarle county court of Albermarle. Also, one Negro Woman Slave, by name Anniky and Kizziah, to use the expressions of said deed which is recorded in the county court of Albermarle. Also will be sold, same day and place, and on same terms, by virtue of a deed of trust entered in by John B. Ellis, &c. for the purposes in said deed mentioned, two NEGRO SLAVES, viz. Ephraim, a man, and John, boy. Ephraim, said Ellis bought of Mattox, and John, of the widow Tiffey. Also, one black Mare and Colt, one Saddle Horse, and one Grey Mare. Also, eleven head of Cattle and two Feather Beds and Furniture, to use the expression of said deed of trust, which is on record in the county court of Albermarle. Also, will be sold, same day and place, and on same terms, by virtue of a deed of trust entered into by Bartlett Ellis, & Co. for the purposes in said deed mentioned, sundry NEGROES, viz: David, a negro man; Winston, a negro boy; Anderson, a negro boy; Elijah, a negro boy, and Anniky, a negro woman, with her future increase. Also five Horses, four Feather Beds and Furniture, twenty head of Cattle, twenty head of Sheep. Also, Household and Kitchen Furniture, as expressed in said deed of trust, which is on record in district court of Charlottesville. Also, will be sold, same day and place, and on same terms, by virtue of a deed of trust entered into by Richard G. Martin, William G. Martin, &c. for purposes in said deed mentioned: One Bay Mare with a blaze face; one Feather Bed & Furniture; also, sundry other Household and Kitchen Furniture; also, all that portion of the estate of Patrick Mechie, dec'd, it being one-seventh part of the estate of said Mechie, dec'd, which the said William G. Martin hath and claims right to, in consequence of his intermarriage with his wife Sarah, a daughter of said Mechie, dec'd, (or if more, the whole interest) consisting of eleven Negroes, to wit: Peter, Moll, Jimney, Milley, Harry, Lucy, Bob, George, Sarah, and two small Children, together with all increase which may accrue to the said Martin's portion of said property to use the expression of said deed which is on record in the district court of Charlottesville. Being only interested as trustee for the benefit of others will only convey title to aforesaid property in me as trustee. MARTIN DAWSON, Trustee. Milton, July 19. (3w)
A SIZZE OF BREAD, for the city of Richmond from the ninth instant until further notice. Superfine flour being five dollars per barrel, viz. A single loaf made of superfine flour, to weigh 50 oz. for 4d 3/4—Do. common flour 32 oz. 4d 3/4—Double the above weights respectively. 9d. DAVID BULLOCK, Mayor. July 5th, 1808. (2)
FINE fresh Hyson Teas, India Nankeens, Medock Claret, of superior quality, in cases of 39 bottles. Sherry Wines, Sack Sals. Assorted Crates of Crockery, for sale by PICKETT, POLLARD & JOHNSTON. Richmond, June 14. (Day 4w)
BLANKS, OF EVERY DESCRIPTION, FOR SALE AT THIS OFFICE.

REPORT OF THE SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY, ON THE SUBJECT OF PUBLIC ROADS & CANALS, Made in pursuance OF A RESOLUTION OF SENATE OF MARCH 3. [CONTINUED.]
I. HUDSON AND CHAMPLAIN, OR NORTHERN NAVIGATION.
A company was incorporated several years ago by the state of New-York, for the purpose of opening this communication, and a survey taken by Mr. Weston, a copy of which has not yet been obtained. From collateral information it appears that it was proposed to open a canal 12 miles long, with a lockage of 106 feet, from Waterford at the confluence of the Hudson and Mohawk, to the upper end of the great falls of Still water. This was considered as the most difficult part of the whole route, and the expense estimated at 275,000 dollars. Another canal and lock would be necessary around the falls of Fort Miller; but the remainder of the navigation up the Hudson to Fort Edward, does not require any material improvement.
At some distance above Fort Edward, it was intended to connect by a canal and locks, the Hudson with the North Wood creek at Fort Ann. The navigation down the creek to Skeneborough is used, but requires to be improved. At this place, where falls render another canal necessary, North Wood creek empties into the south bay of Lake Champlain; and thence is a natural sloop navigation through the whole extent of the lake. The expense of the works from Fort Edward to Skeneborough, had been estimated at 200,000 dollars.
The funds of the company were insufficient, and have, it is said, been expended without much permanent utility at Still water and Skeneborough.
The distance in a straight line from Waterford to Skeneborough is fifty miles; and the expense of opening a permanent navigation on a proper plan through the whole line, from imperfect materials estimated at about 800,000 dollars. This communication would divert to a port of the United States the trade of one half of the state of Vermont and a part of that of New-York, which is now principally carried through the channel of the St. Laurence, and of the province of Canada.
II. MOHAWK AND ONTARIO, OR WESTERN NAVIGATION.
A company incorporated by the state of New-York, for the improvement of this navigation, has made considerable progress, and an accurate survey having been taken of the distances and levels of the greater part of the route, the result will in the first place be stated.
   DIST. FALL.   Miles. Feet.     From the tide water at Troy to Lansing mills on the Mohawk, is found the greatest impediment to the navigation of that river, consisting of the Cohoes falls, which are 70 feet perpendicular, and of a succession of other falls, which continue to the North river. 4 2-3 140   From Lansing mills up the Mohawk to Schenectady, the height of the river at the time when the survey was taken, prevented Mr. Weston from correctly ascertaining the levels. The fall for that distance is therefore estimated at, 12 1-3 261 1-4   From Schenectady to the Little falls, 57 1-2 110 1-2   The Little falls, which before the canal was opened, interrupted altogether the navigation, 5-4 42   From the Little falls to Fort Stanwix, now Rome, 43 59 1-2   This is the head of the navigation, and the summit level between it and West Wood creek, a branch of Lake Ontario, is 9 feet 3-4 above that part of the river Mohawk, where the navigation ceases, 7 3-4 9 3-4   125 390  
The whole course of the Mohawk is therefore 125 miles in length, and the fall through that distance from the summit level to tide water is 390 feet.
At the distance of one mile and three quarters is Wood creek, the bed of which is used to its entrance into Lake Oneida, the distance along its meanders being 23 miles, but in the line in which a canal might be cut, only 14 miles, and the fall 60 feet,
   14 60   The Oneida forms a natural canal of twenty miles in length, and communicates by the Onondago and Oswego rivers with Lake Ontario. The distance by water down these two rivers to Oswego, on the Lake Ontario, is 63 miles. The upper part of the navigation is generally good, but the last 12 miles from the Oswego falls, which are not passable, to Lake Ontario, are a continued rapid. The fall from Lake Oneida to Lake Ontario has not been ascertained by actual measurement, but is estimated at 130 feet. From Rotterdam, on Lake Oneida, to the mouth of Salmon creek on Lake Ontario, a few miles east of Oswego, the distance is 22 miles, and the ground being favorable, it is expected that the line of canal would not exceed 26 miles, 26 139   69 190  
The elevation of the summit level between the Mohawk and the waters of Lake Ontario, being only 390 feet above the tide water at Troy, and 190 feet above Lake Ontario, a canal navigation is practicable the whole distance. Whether this should be attempted for a sloop or boat navigation, must depend principally, if not altogether, on the supply of water. It is stated that the canal from the summit level to Troy, must necessarily follow the valley of the Mohawk, and perhaps occasionally enter and cross the river. Calculated for a boat navigation, the expense may be estimated as follows;
   Dollars.   Mr. Weston estimated the expense of a canal, from Lansing mills to tide water at Troy, around the Cohoes falls, at, 250,000   The distance from the summit level to Lansing mills is 120 miles, and to Lake Ontario, deducting the 20 miles occupied by Lake Oneida, 40 miles, together 160 miles of canal, the digging of which at 8,000 dollars a mile, is $1,280,000   The fall from the summit level to Lansing mills is 250 feet, and to Lake Ontario 190 feet, together with 440 feet lockage, which will require 56 locks of 8 feet lift each. These  
at 1,500 dollars, the cost of the stone locks erected by the company at the Little falls, will cost about 420,000 Feeder and aqueducts may be estimated at 250,000
Making altogether two millions two hundred thousand dollars. 2,200,000
It is not believed that a sloop navigation, if practicable, could be effected for a less sum than five millions of dollars. The following works have already been completed by the company. At the Little falls, has been opened, and a descent of 42 feet effected by six locks of solid masonry, each of which is 70 feet long, and 12 feet wide. At the German flats, four miles above the Little falls, another canal one mile in length, with two stone locks of the same materials and dimensions, effects a descent of ten feet.
On the summit level, a canal one mile and three quarters in length, and supplied with water from the river Mohawk by a short feeder, unites that river and Wood creek, by means of two locks of the same dimensions and materials, one at each extremity of the canal. All those canals are two feet and a half deep, 24 wide at bottom, and 32 at top, and admit boats of ten tons. It is proper to state, that at first, wooden locks had been erected at the Little falls, and brick locks on the summit canal. At both places they had become totally unfit for service at the end of seven years, and it was necessary to replace them by stone locks: a circumstance which increased considerably the expense of the undertaking.
Several minor improvements have been made on the Mohawk; and the navigation of Wood creek, of which the principal defect is want of water, has been improved by raising dams, and by the erection of four temporary wooden locks. But until a canal shall have been opened, the whole distance from the summit level to Lake Oneida, the navigation will be imperfect, and the profits inconsiderable.
The funds of the company do not enable them to undertake the necessary improvements at the two extremities of the line, a canal around the Cohoes falls to tide water, and another canal from Lake Oneida to Lake Ontario. The usual portage at the first place is from Schenectady to Albany; and a very good and extensive artificial road of 16 miles, by another company, unites the two towns. Another company has lately been incorporated, for the purpose of making an artificial road at the other extremity of the line from Rotterdam, on Lake Oneida, to Salmon creek on Lake Ontario.
The capital of the company is 232,000 dollars, of which the state of New-York owns 92,000 dollars; but with the exception of one dividend of 3 per cent, all the tolls have been applied to the works; and including these and a debt of 20,000 dollars due by the company, the whole expenditure amounts to 370,000 dollars. The annual tolls do not yet exceed 13,000 dollars.
III. NIAGARA. The fall from Lake Erie to Lake Ontario has already been stated at 450 feet. A company had also been incorporated by the state of New-York, for the purpose of opening a canal at this place; but it does not appear that anything ever was attempted after the survey had been made. The intention seems to have been to open a canal navigation for boats only, from Fort Schlosser to Devil's hole; the Lake itself and Gil's creek would have supplied the water and the expense was estimated at 437,000 dollars.
It is however evident that the canal, in order to be as eminently useful as the nature of the undertaking seems to require, should be on such scale as to admit vessels which can navigate both Lakes. Considering the distance, which in that case must be extended to about ten miles, and the lockage of 450 feet, it is not believed that the expense can be estimated at less than 1,000,000 dollars.
The works necessary to effect water communication between the tide water of the North river, the St. Laurence, and all the Lakes, (Lake Superior only excepted) are therefore estimated at four millions of dollars, viz.
   Northern navigation to Lake Champlain, 800,000   Western navigation to Lake Ontario, 2,200,000   Falls of Niagara for a sloop navigation, 1,000,000   4,000,000  
The papers relative to those communications will be found under the letter (B.) but the utility of these will not be confined to the extensive navigation of the Lakes themselves. For the mountains being completely turned, when arrived into Lake Erie, the ridge which separates the waters emptying into that into Lake Michigan, from the Northern branches of the Ohio and from the waters of the Mississippi, is of a moderate elevation, and is generally depressed in its course westwardly. There is no doubt of the practicability of opening canals at a future period, between several of these waters, either by selecting proper levels, or by means of short tunnels across favorable parts of the ridge. It will at present be sufficient to point out the principal communications now in use.
The distance from Lake Erie to Lake Chetougue, an extensive and important elevated reservoir, which is the source of the Canowango branch of the Alleghany, is seven miles by a continual ascent, the elevation of which is not ascertained. From Presqu'isle on Lake Erie, to Le Beuf on French creek, another branch of the Alleghany, the distance is sixteen miles, and a company is incorporated by the state of Pennsylvania for making an artificial road across that portage.
The navigation from Lake Chetougue, and from Le Beuf to Pittsburgh, offers no impediment, whenever the waters are high; and the greater part of the salt now consumed in the north west counties of Pennsylvania, as far as Pittsburgh, and some distance down the Ohio, is brought from the salt springs of New-York, by Oswego, through Lake Ontario; then across the portage of Niagara to Lake Erie, and thence by either of the two last mentioned portages to the waters of the river Alleghany.
The distance from the place where the Cayuga, a river emptying into Lake Erie, ceases to be navigable, to the navigable waters of the Muskingum, which empties into the Ohio 170 miles below Pittsburgh, is only six miles; and a company is said to be formed for the improvement of that communication.
Sandusky river and the Scioto take their source in the same swamp. The navigation of the Miami of Lake Erie is interrupted by some falls; but its upper branches approach those of the Miami of the Ohio, and of the Wabash, and are stated as being nearly on the same level.
The Illinois river, which empties into the Mississippi above St. Louis, rises in a swamp, which when the waters are high, affords a natural canoe navigation to the sources of Chicago creek, a short stream, which falls into Lake Michigan, at its southern extremity.
Another communication generally used by the Indian traders, is that from Green bay, also in Lake Michigan, to the Mississippi, by Fox river, and the Ouisconsin. Nor is there any doubt that if the inland navigation between the north river and the lakes was completely opened, the whole Indian trade either of Mississippi by Lake Michigan, or of the north west by Lake Superior, must necessarily center in an Atlantic port of the United States; a consideration of minor importance as a commercial object, when compared with the other advantages of that great communication, but of great weight in its relation to the political intercourse of the U. States, with the Indians.
(To be Continued.)
EXTRACT FROM MR. BROUGHAM'S speech to show that the justification of the British orders on the ground of retaliation is among the idlest subterfuges ever resorted to, to vindicate a measure radically in itself
Late in the year 1806, Bonaparte, in a moment, it should seem, of elation, unhappy by no means unnatural in his situation, thought of issuing a decree which might affect the trade and navigation of this country, as extensively as those other decrees which he had issued upon the continent, and had executed by half a million of armed men. This decree was not then for the first time tried, nor was it accounted by him an experiment of a very novel description, although received in this country as something wholly new. It had been repeatedly tried before and had in every instance manifestly failed. Not to go back to the war of 1759, I may only observe that in the war of 1756, the principle was broadly laid down by the French government, that the seizure of any manufactures or produce of the British dominions should render the whole cargo among which they were found, liable to confiscation. Towards the end of the American war a similar principle was partially attempted to be introduced; but of these I need not say much; for in the course of the revolutionary war two decrees similar to the former, though still more near the Berlin decree, were issued. Of these it may be necessary for me to mention the substance. The first of them was issued in 1796, and after a variety of other clauses, it subjects all ships carrying British goods to seizure and detention. We find not merely the detail of the Berlin decree introduced as to goods, but also the provision requiring a certificate of origin (as this document has since been called,) which was deemed a sine qua non for saving the ship and cargo from detention. A similar decree was issued in 1800, after Bonaparte's arrival in France. It was generally promulgated, and remains, as far as any such decrees can be, in force. In 1797 those belligerent principles were extended from the cargo to affect the ship; and I hold in my hand a decree issued by the council of Five Hundred, enacting that the characters of vessels shall be determined by their cargoes. In consequence of this enactment, every vessel, loaded in whole or in part with English goods, was declared lawful prize. The second article declares that no foreign vessel, which in the course of her voyage shall have entered an English port, shall be permitted to enter any port in the French dominions.
"It is surely needless for me to prove that although these orders were thus promulgated, they never were executed. I need not bring evidence to show that these commercial decrees were nugatory. After they were issued the progress of our exports proceeded not merely increasing, but in a short period almost to double the moment of former times. It is notorious that France, in spite of all such prohibitions, has been consuming daily more and more of the produce of this country, down to the period of the Berlin edict. But however inefficacious these boasts may have proved, the enemy, it seems, determined once more to try their effect. He resolved to have another decree at us and at our trade, expecting perhaps to frighten, if he could not hurt us. Accordingly, in the month of November, 1806, he issued that one which forms the pretext for our orders in Council. This decree consists of three branches. It condemns all cargoes of British produce or manufacture; it threatens the seizure of all vessels going to or from England; and it shuts the ports of the enemy against all vessels which have last cleared out from British ports. It may be asked what chance was there that such a decree as this should succeed? Was it that France had determined suddenly to assemble all her fleets, and venture to send them to sea, which she had not dared to do before? Was it that she then intended to engage all our blockading and cruising squadrons, which till now she never durst look in the face? Was it that she purposed in this manner to beat us out of the water, and destroy as it were, our naval superiority? Or was it that without these preliminary steps, she was, by her mere influence and great name upon the continent of Europe, to stop all vessels sailing upon the sea to or from England, to seize every article of our produce which could be found floating upon the ocean, to do that which we, even with our naval superiority, are not able to effect? Surely if France had not the power to execute her design in some of these ways, it might have been calmly regarded as a mere empty menace; nay a state one too. We might really have hoped, that so vain and spiritless a boast would not again have been taken in those, who had been so often before duped into a vain alarm by it. Nevertheless it should seem that the enemy knew us better; for we no sooner heard of it than we fell into our old error of supposing that, because it was a French manifesto, regularly drawn up, and enforced by Bonaparte's power on shore (where it might produce some effect,) therefore it was also to have similar effects by sea.
"Sir until our orders in Council were issued, it appears clearly, without any reasoning, to any one who looks at the subject, that there was no possibility whatever of Bonaparte putting his threats into execution. But in order to show this more evidently than could possibly be effected by any arguments, we have brought witnesses to your bar, merchants engaged in trade with the continent, who have been able to state distinctly by dates names and circumstances, the manner in which those decrees operated."
MISCELLANY.
FREEZING OF MERCURY. —Some experiments have been made at Hudson's Bay with frozen quicksilver; it has been reduced to sheets as thin as paper, by beating it upon an anvil, with a hammer, both at the same temperature as quicksilver.
AMERICAN INDIAN ANTIQUITIES. —Mr. Jefferson, the President of the United States of America, is in possession of several bones carved by the Indians; in these the human form reaches down to the middle of the body, and they are nearly of the natural size. The traits are well marked, and characterize those which are peculiar to copper-coloured men; one of them in particular represents an old savage—the wrinkles in his face, and his whole countenance is peculiarly expressive. These bones were found when digging in a place called Palmyra upon the river Tennessee. They have not as yet discovered of what they are composed; some people think they are formed of a solid stone cut with a chisel, while others think it is a moulded composition and fired like porcelain. It is uncommonly hard. It is uncertain whether these bones represent
was worshipped by the natives, or some distinguished personages among them. It may be a subject of inquiry, who were the predecessors of the present race of Indians, who could thus execute such an excellent resemblance of the human form.—From Philosophical Mag. Vol. 28.
(BY AUTHORITY.) LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES. AN ACT
To revise and continue in force for a further time the first section of the act, entitled, "An act further to protect the Commerce and Seamen of the United States against the Barbary Powers."
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That so much of the act passed on the 25th day of March, 1806, entitled, "An Act further to protect the Commerce and Seamen of the United States against the Barbary Powers," as is contained in the first section of the said act, be, and the same hereby is, revived, and continued in force, until the first day of January next: Provided however , That the additional duty laid by the said section, shall be collected on all such goods, wares, and merchandise liable to pay the same as shall have been imported previous to that day.
J. B. VARNUM, Speaker of the House of Representatives. GEO. CLINTON, Vice-President of the United States, and President of the Senate. JANUARY 19, 1808. APPROVED, TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT
Remitting the duties payable on the importation of a monument to be erected in memory of the officers of the United States' navy, who fell during the attack made on the city of Tripoli, in the year one thousand eight hundred and four.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That the duties payable according to law, on the importation of a monument imported in the frigate Constitution from Italy, on account of the officers of the United States' navy, be, and they are hereby remitted. J. B. VARNUM, Speaker of the House of Representatives. GEO: CLINTON, Vice-President of the United States and President of the Senate. MARCH 13, 1808. APPROVED, TH: JEFFERSON.
TO RENT. —The upper APARTMENTS in the House occupied by Messrs. Kirby, Drake & Taylor, possessing convenient accommodations for a family. Possession will be given immediately—apply to Kirby, Drake & Taylor, or to THOMAS NORVELL. June 13. [H]
NOTICE. —All persons indebted to the Estate of Marcus Elean, deceased, are requested to make immediate payment, and creditors to present their claims without delay. C. J. MACMURDO, } Exors. JOS. MARK, } Richmond, May 17, 1808. [f]
VIRGINIA, TO WIT: At a Court of Appeals held at the Capitol, in Richmond, the third day of June, 1808. GENERAL RULE. —After the end of this present term, all causes depending in this court shall be called in the order in which they stand upon the docket, and such as may be ready for hearing pursuant to the former rules of this court, shall, unless good cause be shown to the contrary, be heard in the same order in which they stand upon the docket, until the whole shall be gone through; and the causes which shall be passed over, shall, unless for some very special reason appearing to the court, be put at the end of the docket of each term. Ordered, That the above rule be published in at least three of the newspapers printed in Richmond, once a week until the first day of October next. A Copy. Teste, J. BROWN, C. C. June 14. [11stO]
FOR SALE. —The subscriber offers at private sale all his Stock in Trade, consisting of Groceries, Glass, China and Liverpool Ware. As the assortment is large, it will suit any person or persons willing to follow the trade with advantage—the terms will be liberal and the inventory may be seen, on the fourth of July next, and continue, if not previously sold, till the 1st of October. Also, for sale, the lower Tenement of that large brick house in which Mrs. Harris has an interest during her life, and three valuable House Servants, who are sold for no fault but want of employment—For terms apply to AUBIN LAFOREST. June 24. [cp1m]
COMMITTED to the Jail of Hanover, a Negro man slave TIMOTHY, (as a run away) who says he is the property of the estate of John Royal, dec'd of the county of Amelia, and that he ran away from John Jefferson to whom he was hired. The owner is requested to pay charges and take away the said slave. THE JAILOR. June 17. [1m]
ALL persons having claims against the estate of Captain Thomas Roane of the Fanny, King & Queen county, are desired to make them known to me by the first of October next—Those indebted are hereby informed that the situation of the estate will not admit of indulgence. LAURENCE MUSE, Adm'r. July 1. [ep6w]
VALUABLE LAND FOR SALE. —On Saturday the 16th day of the present month (July) will be exposed to sale to the highest bidder for ready money at the front door of Goodwin Court-House, the tract of LAND, whereon Edward Bolling at present resides; lying on James River in the county of Goochland, about three miles above the Court-House, containing by estimation about eight hundred acres, be the same more or less; or so much of the said tract as shall be sufficient to discharge the balance of a bond of fourteen hundred and sixteen dollars due the 1st day of November last; executed by said Bolling to Frederick Harris and secured by a deed of trust on said Land, executed by said Bolling to the undersigned trustees, bearing date the 22d day of June, 1807, and recorded in the county court of Goochland. The said bond is credited on the 10th of February, 1808, by ninety-seven dollars and ten cents, and on the 30th of April, 1808, by one hundred and fifty-five dollars and twenty-nine cents. A sufficiency of the said land will be sold in pursuance of the said deed of trust, to discharge the balance of said bond, together with all interest due thereon, and the costs of recording said deed, and the expense of carrying the same into effect by WILLIAM MILLER & } Trustees. JOSEPH SHELTON, } [ep5m]
ALL persons having claims against the estate of the Revd. Matthew Maury, late of this county, are requested to bring them forward for settlement; and all persons indebted, are solicited to make arrangements for payment at an early period, as, (consistently with the terms of his will) long indulgence cannot be extended. MATTHEW MAURY, } Acting executors. THOMAS W. MAURY, } Albemarle, June 14. [ep6w]
JOSEPH MARK & Co. have on hand an assortment of German Osnaburgs, Ticklenburgs, Dowlas and Travelling, by the bale, box, or piece. Cognac Brandy, Molasses, Sack Salt, coarse and fine, which they will sell for cash, tobacco or approved paper. May 17. [f]
TO BE SOLD to the highest bidder, for ready money, on Thursday the 21st day of July next, at the house called Napier's Tavern in the town of Columbia, a tract of Land on the Rivanna, in the county of Fluvanna, containing by a late survey, 334 acres, more or less, adjoining the lands of Charles Adams, Richard Adams, Pleasant Byrce, and others, being land sold by David Ross to said Shepard, and conveyed by him, Shepard, to us in trust, to secure a debt due to said Ross, as stated in said trust deed, which said debt has since been assigned by said Ross to Henry E. Coleman—We sell our right as trustees only. GEORGE HOLMAN, } Trustees. WILLIAM PASTEUR, } JACOB MYERS, } [cp1d]
MARSHAL'S SALE.
JOHN MURDOCK & Company, against the children and heirs at law of Samuel Pearson, dec'd and others. By virtue of a decree of the court of the United States for the fifth circuit and Virginia district, pronounced at November term, 1807, in a suit therein depending between the above parties, will be sold at public auction, for ready money, on Wednesday the twenty-seventh day of July next, on the premises, a TRACT OF LAND in the county of Hanover, on Pamunkey river, near Bench creek ford, and which is now in the possession of his children and heirs at law, or so much thereof as shall be equal to the demand of the plaintiffs and the expenses of this sale. WM. MANN, D. M. for Joseph Scott, M. F. D. June 28. [13w]
NOTICE. —All persons having claims against the estate of Adam Craig, deceased, are requested to make them known, to the subscriber; and all those who are indebted to the estate are solicited to make immediate payment. MARY CRAIG, Executrix. Richmond, July 5. [ep3w]
THE subscriber offers for rent or lease, for a term of years, two comfortable Tenements fitted for the reception of rented families, adjoining to the tenement occupied by herself. MARY CRAIG. Richmond, July 5. [ep3w]
RICHMOND TILE MANUFACTORY. —The subscriber having procured the exclusive right to manufacture in this and several other states Harrowell's much improved Patent Tile for covering houses, and at considerable expense erected the necessary buildings, &c. for carrying on that useful business extensively, now offers to supply, at short notice, any quantity that may be required, at the moderate price of thirty-five dollars per thousand, delivered at his Factory. He can with confidence, founded on actual experiment, in the covering of about 20 houses in this city, assert, that houses can be covered with this tile as cheap in the first instance, as with shingles of the first quality, and when the security against fire, the difference of insurance, the durability and particular consumption of those tile to resist the most penetrating rains and snows are considered, he cannot doubt of meeting with considerable encouragement. It requires only the examination of a well covered roof to convince the most prejudiced mind of their superiority to any other tile, heretofore made, or to the best of state, and will cost less than the latter, after paying the expense of water carriage to almost any part of this continent. Particular attention will be paid to orders from other towns, and in all cases where they are shipped, he will deliver them whole and sound, along side the vessels, at the expense of cartage only to the purchasers. Any person skilled in the art of tiling, will put on those tile with great facility, but where they cannot be procured, he can engage a few here who have had some experience, and will go a moderate distance, if the job is of sufficient magnitude and their travelling expenses paid. BENJAMIN DUVAL. Richmond, March 22. [ep2w&1awtf]
N. B. I wish to sell Patent Rights in several other States. B. D. VALUABLE MANUFACTURING MILL & DISTILLERY. —The subscriber will sell or lease for a term of years, with or without a distillery, containing five stills of near 1000 gallons, the valuable MILL on Appomattox river, in Cumberland, lately owned by William Skipwith. The house is 66 feet long, 26 wide, and three stories high, containing 2 pair best burr and 1 pair corn stones, with Evers's patent machinery and a Saw Mill in complete order. Boats pass under the Mill through one of the best locks on the river; the neighborhood affords an abundant supply of wheat and on the spot are two commodious houses calculated for a store and residence. If sold, the purchaser may be accommodated with 4 or 500 acres of Land, one half in wood. Terms may be known on application to Mr. Jeffers at the Mill or to me near Genito Bridge. EDMUND HARRISON. Amelia, April 19. [1awtf]
REMOVAL. —The subscriber has removed his office to the tenement lately occupied by Marcus Elean, dec'd two doors below col. Mayo's new buildings. C. N. PAGE.
To rent until 1st October the lowest tenement of Mr. G. W. Trueheart—Enquire as above. Richmond, July 5. [4m]