Virginia Argus (Richmond, Va.), 1805-06-26 00:00:00

VIRGINIA ARGUS
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26, 1805.
[12 1-2 Cents Single.]
BENJAMIN DU-VAL,
At the sign of the Golden Mortar, Richmond,
HAS just received a very large and extensive assortment of fresh MEDICINES, SURGEONS' INSTRUMENTS, DRUGS & DYE-STUFFS, PAINTS of all kinds, OIL, VARNISHES, PUTTY, &c.
Also, a complete assortment of HATTERS' MATERIALS, CONSISTING OF
  Hatters' Irons  Crude Tartar    Logwood  Basson Irons    Coppers  Bow-Strings    Vinegrease  Linings    Fustick  Galeons    Spanish Indigo  Tassel Bands    Oil of Vitriol  Rubbing Dishes    Aq. Fords  Stampers    Quick-silver  Trenchers, &c.  
Which added to his former Stock, completes an assortment that was never equalled, in his line of business, in this city.
He thanks his customers for past favors, and hopes to merit a continuation of their custom. His former attention to the quality of his Medicines, importing them in their crude state, that he might be able to judge of their quality, and powdering and preparing them under his immediate inspection, have contributed to his present establishment; and opposition he presumes will not relax his exertions to give general satisfaction in future.
His experience for more than 12 years past, as Apothecary, and Druggist in this city, added to a small stock of Medical Information acquired before, enables him, he thinks, to form a tolerably correct judgment as to the quality of Drugs and Medicines, although he cannot boast of honors conferred on him greater than the confidence of numerous and respectable customers.
In regard to his whole sale prices, he promises to furnish each of his wholesale customers with a printed price current, as soon as possible, and feels himself confident in their approbation. Knowing that no one in this state can afford to under-sell him. This he intends to do, not to get others' customers from them, but to secure his own.
Any articles that may be ordered and not approved of as to quality, may be returned if in good order, and in a reasonable time.
Richmond, May 30, 1805. (3w&wtf)
In the Press, and speedily will be published,
FORENSIC ELOQUENCE.
Sketches of Trials in Ireland for High Treason, etc. including the Speeches of Mr. Curran at length.
TO WHICH ARE PREFIXED,
A brief Sketch of the History of Ireland,
AND
A Biographical Account of Mr. Curran, with an elegant engraved likeness of that orator.
SECOND EDITION, WITH ADDITIONS.
PREFACE TO THE SECOND EDITION.
THE Editor has not been disappointed in his expectations of the favorable reception given by the public to CURRAN'S SPEECHES—No book has sold so fast—Without newspaper puffing, or personal solicitation, it quickly made its way to every state in the Union.
The intelligent reader will have made due allowance for the Editor, who had to encounter many difficulties in his search for fit materials. He had to collect them from a number of persons at the distance of some thousands of miles. In a country where a Government is hostile to the Orator and his principles, and where it is no longer safe to print, to speak, or even think in opposition to the ruling powers—And, strange to tell, the publication itself, even in America, has had to contend with political passions, religious prejudices, and national animosities.
If the Editor has not been able to reconcile the jarring interests of Politicians, or the contradictory tenets of Divines—what mortal man can work so vast a miracle?—conscious of the purity of his intentions, he has the approbation of his own mind. The rapid sale of the book is a decisive proof of general approbation; and men of impartial judgment have acknowledged its usefulness, and approved its merits, as not only exhibiting the extraordinary talents of a great Genius, but also in developing the destructive consequences of an evil policy, and displaying the pernicious effects of ecclesiastical intolerance.
The present Edition will be found more uniform and systematic than the former one. All that may have been thought irrelevant or extraneous has been omitted, and a deal of new matter added or introduced. Amongst the additional articles, Mr. CURRAN'S speech on Lord Headfort's trial, alone, must be considered as a rich acquisition to this volume. Even those who are inclined to give the Irish Orator most generous and reluctant praise, are now obliged to own, that his eloquence is not confined to one subject; that it is as brilliant on the side of injured Virtue, as it is splendid in the cause of his oppressed Country. (wtf)
Subscriptions taken at this office.
TO BE SOLD,
On liberal credit, and in lots to suit purchasers, from two hundred and fifty to three hundred acres of
LAND,
In the county of Henrico, about four miles from Richmond—a distance which renders it but little liable to pillage, yet sufficiently near to one of the best and most improving markets in the United States.
The advantages of small farms near large towns, are so obvious and generally admitted, as not to require particular enumeration. Persons residing in the city with large families, and who are obliged to keep horses, would be able in one year to grow more than the original purchase. For further particulars enquire of Mr. Thomas Norvell. Richmond, May 4th. 1805. (wtf)
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THE DEBATES,
And other proceedings of the
VIRGINIA CONVENTION.
Subscribers to the above work are requested to call or send for their books without delay.
June 19, 1805.
FOR SALE,
One Moiety of a Brick Tenement, in a central part of the city of Richmond, consisting of a two story house with a store and counting room on the lower floor, and five rooms above (conveniently plan'd for a family) with a passage leading to them (making all the rooms private) and a cellar under the whole house—a three story Lumber-house, Kitchen, Stable, &c. A considerable credit will be given for two thirds of the purchase money.—For further particulars enquire of the printer.
The Celebrated English Stallion,
BUZZARD.
SO famous for getting capital racers, is just arrived from London, and will cover mares at my stable, in Greenville county, on Nottoway river, about 6 miles below where the great stage road crosses it, at the lower Cut Bank bridge, at Ten Guineas each, and a Dollar to the groom, to be discharged any time before the 1st day of October next by the payment of forty dollars; but no discount will be made if paid after that day. BUZZARD is a chestnut horse of good size, and of excellent blood. For his beauty, shape and appearance I leave others to decide; as a racer, the Calendars declare him most capital, having won (and generally at New-Market) 34 races. He is undoubtedly among the best stallions that has ever appeared in England, for the proof of which I beg leave to refer gentlemen to the Racing Calendars of that country, and which are to be seen at his stand.
In 1799, the first of Buzzard's stock appeared on the turf; in that year he had five winners, in 1800 he had seven, in 1801 he had fourteen, (several of those won 7 and 8 times each in that year) in 1802 he had sixteen winners, and in 1803 he had twenty-one. This is the last Calendar that has come to hand. It is to be observed, that Buzzard's stock have very generally run at New-Market, [where all the best horses go] and many of them have proved uncommonly good racers; among them are Hornby Lass, Pet Poppingjay, Quiz, Surprise, Maita, Merryman, Sophia, Miss Bailey, and a great many others: It is also to be observed, that no stallion in England had as many winners in 1803, by seven, as Buzzard had—The famous horse Sir Peter Teazle had only fourteen, Trumpeter thirteen only, John Bull fourteen, Bennington fourteen, Volunteer nine, and Whiskey 9—Those horses are acknowledged by all gentlemen conversant with the turf, to be the best Stallions now in England—Buzzard has been well proved a good stallion; for which reason, I beg leave to recommend him strongly to the gentlemen of the turf, and such others as have well bred mares, not doubting but a good proportion of his stock will turn out racers.
In the five years above mentioned Buzzard's colts won 161 races. The great value of this horse will, I trust, be an apology for the price he is to cover at, however I wish gentlemen to come and view him, and see themselves the performance of his colts in the calendar, and I hope they will admit he does not stand too high.
Good pasturage gratis; servants who attend the mares boarded at 10s. a week; corn furnished at the market price, and the greatest attention paid to the mares, but no responsibility for accidents or escapes. Notes for ten guineas will be expected with the mares by
NATHANIEL RIVES.
March, 1805.
N.B.—The season will commence the 13th inst. and end the 1st of August. N. R.
PEDIGREE.
I hereby certify, that the chestnut horse Buzzard, late the property of Christopher Wilson, was bred by me, and that he was got by Wompecker; his dam by Dux, out of Curiosity, by Snap—Regulus, &c. Curiosity was the dam of Pantaloon, Justice, Faith, &c.
EGREMONT.
Teste, JAMES WEATHERBY.
* Buzzard has arrived at his stand, in high health and spirits. N. Rives.
March 30, 1805.
STRAYED OR STOLEN
FROM the subscriber living in the county of Cumberland, in the town of Caira, a BAY HORSE, about 4 feet 8 or 10 inches high, with blaze face, hind feet white, about seven or eight years old, has been bobbed and roached, but the hair is somewhat grown out, a few white hairs round the root of his tail, trots and paces. Any person that will give information so that I get him shall receive ten dollars reward.
WILLIAM BELLAMY.
June 12, 1805.
N.B.—A negro was seen riding him the evening he was missed. A stout made mulatto fellow about 5 feet 8 or 10 inches high.
VALUABLE LAND FOR SALE.
THE subscriber offers for sale, 1374 Acres of Land, in the county of Pittsylvania, about 6 miles from the courthouse and 48 from Lynchburg. About one half of this land is good tobacco land, the other fine for farming—it is all well watered and timbered, having a bold stream passing from two and an half to three miles, through near the centre of the land, and intersected by a number of fine branches, and affords equal, if not superior summer range for stock, to any land in this part of the country. There is on this land three plantations convenient to each other, sufficient to work six or eight hands to advantage, situate about 1 mile from a Grist and Saw Mill. I will divide the purchase money into four equal payments, the first to be paid on conveyance and delivery of possession, the others to be paid annually, and likely negroes will be received in payment at cash price. This land may be divided into two or more tracts, if convenient to purchasers, and is well situated for the convenient settlement of several families. It is presumed, that further description would be useless, as any person inclined to purchase, must wish to view the premises and judge for himself. Any person may see this land by applying to me, on it.
ROBERT LOVE.
Pittsylvania, June 7th. 1805. (3w)
BLANK BONDS
For sale at this office.
NOTICE.
THE co-partnership of ROBERT GAMBLE & SONS, will be dissolved by mutual consent, on Saturday the 11th inst. All persons indebted to the said firm, are earnestly entreated to make immediate payment to either of the subscribers. A compliance with this request will prevent the painful necessity of resorting to coercive measures.
The books will be placed in the possession of Messrs. John and Robert Gamble, Jun. who are authorised to settle all accounts due, or to the concern.
RO. GAMBLE. JOHN G. GAMBLE. ROBERT GAMBLE, Jr.
Richmond, May 6th. 1805.
The subscribers take this method of informing their friends and the public, that they intend carrying on the mercantile business, under the firm of John & Robert Gamble, Jun.
They are now receiving by the ship Rolla, a choice selection of LONDON GOODS, and daily expected from Liverpool, a general assortment of HARDWARE, &c. suitable for the season—which will be sold by the piece, package, or do-zen, on the most moderate terms. For cash, or chancable country produce, or the usual credit to substantial and punctual customers.
They have on hand, Madeira and Sherry Wine, Cognac Brandy, West India Rum, Whiskey, Sugar, Pepper, Allum, Coppers and Brimstone, (in pipes, hds. and casks,) Cotton and Wool Cards, Parent Shot, Steel, Bar Iron, Hollow Iron Ware, German Scythes, Curling Knives and Whet Stones, Osnaburgs, Ticklenburgs and Brown Hessians, Suits, Cut Herrings, &c.
They also possess large and convenient Brick warehouses covered with Slate, for receiving and storing Flour, Tobacco, &c. Those gentlemen who favor them with consignments, will find their charges reasonable, and may rely on their best exertions to afford satisfaction.
The highest rates given for Bees Wax, good Bear, Deer and Other Skins, and other shipping Furs.
JOHN G. GAMBLE. ROBERT GAMBLE, Jun.
The subscriber (Robert Gamble, sen.) avails himself of this opportunity to thank his numerous friends for the very large share of patronage he has received in the mercantile line—and hereby tenders to the public his future services as a Commission Merchant. He flatters himself, his long experience (with other circumstances unnecessary here to mention) entitles him to the confidence of those who may have business of that nature to transact in this city—assuring such of his best exertions to merit approbation.
Those who are indebted to the late firms of Gamble & Graham, of Staunton, of Gamble & Temple, Robert Gamble & Co. and Robert Gamble & Co. of the City of Richmond, are once more earnestly requested to make immediate payment of their respective balances. Such as continue regardless, of this last notice cannot expect longer indulgence.
R o GAMBLE. Richmond, May 6, 1805. ep3w wtf
For Sale, a Lot of Ground,
NINETY-FOUR feet in front, &
68 feet deep, with a house 36 feet in front
and 18 feet deep. The above property lies on the
Joshua West, Trustee. Richmond, June 19th. 1805. tds
NOTICE.
WHEREAS I executed my bond to Geo. Quishinbury, on the 7th day of May last, for £142 10s payable the first day of December next, this is to inform the public from taking an assignment of the abovenamed bond, as I am determined not to pay it, the said Quishinbury having fraudulently obtained the said bond from me.
JAMES STEVENS, Jun. June 10th, 1805. 3w
WE the subscribers JUDGES OF the GENERAL COURT,
have pursuant to law allowed the Judges of the respective DISTRICT COURTS as follows:
William Nelson, Jun. & Robert White, Esqs. to the districts of Winchester, Hardy and Montgomery courthouse;
John Tyler and Paul Carrington, Jun. Esqs. to the districts of Richmond, Petersburg, Brunswick courthouse and Suffolk;
Edmund Winston and Archibald Stuart, Esqs. to the districts of Prince Edward courthouse, Franklin, Washington courthouse, & the Sweet Springs in Botetourt county;
Joseph Prentis and Richard Parker, Esqs. to the districts of Northumberland, King & Queen, Williamsburg and Accomack courthouses—and
Joseph Jones and Francis T. Brooke, Esqs. to Staunton, Charlottesville, Fredericksburg & Haymarket districts at the next succeeding terms thereof.
WITNESS our hands and seals this twelfth day of June, one thousand eight hundred and five.
John Tyler, (Seal)
Jos. Jones, (Seal)
Wm. Nelson, Jr. (Seal)
Francis T. Brooke, (Seal)
Published by order of the Judges.
WILSON ALLEN, e. o. c.
JUST RECEIVED AT THIS OFFICE,
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Barion's Philadelphia Medical and Physical Journal.
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SPEECH
Of Governor LANGDON to the Legislature of New Hampshire, delivered on the 6th inst.
Gentlemen of the Senate, and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives.
In obedience to the call of my fellow citizens, who have thought proper by their free suffrages to choose me their chief executive magistrate for the present year, I have found it incumbent on me to accept the important trust, and shall attend to the duties of the office, with all that fidelity which its great responsibility demands.
I regret that my talents are not more equal to the station, but such as I have, shall be most faithfully employed in co-operating with you to protect and secure the freedom, independence & happiness of the people.
It is greatly to be lamented that for some years past our citizens have been so much divided in their political sentiments. This makes it in some measure necessary for me to declare mine.
I consider myself a republican, and have uniformly (as far as I have been able) from the year 1776 to this day, supported the principles of a free elective government of the people, from whom all our power and authority originate, being fully convinced that a republican government faithfully administered, is the strongest, the freest and the best that has ever yet been experienced.
The constitution of the United States guarantees to each state a republican form of government; & here permit me to congratulate you and the rest of my fellow citizens, that the general affairs of the union are at present conducted by a wise, virtuous and magnanimous administration, in which I do not hesitate to say, the people may place their utmost confidence.
When we look around and view the unparalleled happiness of our country; the civil and religious liberty we enjoy; agriculture, commerce and manufactures flourishing; the general tranquility that prevails; the immense acquisition of territory by the cession of Louisiana, and the complete arrangement of the finances of the United States; in short, prosperity appearing, in every direction;—surely we have the greatest reason for thankfulness and gratitude to the Supreme disposer of all events, for so many inestimable blessings.
It would be unnecessary for me to take up your time in saying any thing of foreign affairs, as those relations are confined to our general government.—Coming as you do, gentlemen, from all parts of the state, you must of course be much better acquainted with the wants and wishes of our constituents, than I am able to point out. Should it be your determination to hold another session of the Legislature this year, the present of course would be of short duration, as little else than the immediate local prudential matters of the state, with the unfinished business of the last session, would claim your attention at this time.
I shall only mention that the state of the treasury will be laid before you, your wisdom will determine whether any and what sum of money it will be necessary to raise the current year. In public or in private concerns, economy is very desirable, but at the same time such sums of money should be raised, as will sufficiently answer the exigencies of the state.
Could I think the present session would continue long enough, I should urge the necessity of making some further arrangement for establishing our militia upon a more respectable footing, as I consider it of the highest importance; but whether this business can be taken up, with propriety, this session, is for your determination.
I shall with pleasure concur with you in all such acts and resolves as you may think proper to pass, which shall appear for the safety and advantage of the citizens, and unite with you in the best endeavors to harmonize the public mind, by making every exertion to promote the tranquility and happiness of our country.
JOHN LANGDON.
State of New Hampshire, } Concord, Jan. 6, 1805. }
From the Balt. Evening Post.
As the slave trade appears to be increasing in this country, the following extracts are given from a work entitled "The Negro Equalled by few Europeans," in order to give some idea of the injustice and cruelty of that traffic. The work itself is well worth the perusal of those who may have been astonished at the enormities lately committed by the negroes in St. Domingo.
HUMANITY.
"It may be questioned at this day, if the conquest of the two Americas was more fatal to the natives than to the people of Africa. Entire races of men destroyed! Mexicans, Peruvians, the fierce Caribbees, and the peaceful inhabitants of Hispaniola, all swept from the face of the earth! Such are the titles by which the Americans claim the palm of wretchedness.—But we, snatched from our homes, to put on chains from which death alone can relieve us! We, destined from the birth to the shame of slavery, because at two thousand leagues from us some bloody conquerors have annihilated their subjects! We, torn from our fathers, our brethren, our wives, our children, to cultivate that land in which the scattered carcasses of the ancient possessors cry out for vengeance, which we cannot undertake either for them or ourselves. Are we not more to be pitied than those? They are dead! Alas! we live! We drag over their tombs chains more cruel than death! Our blood is daily shed on their insensible ashes; and we endure at once the remembrance of their ills, the pangs of our own, and the anguish which, as human beings, we feel for the crimes of our persecutors."
"And these are men, whole nations of men! who would rather have us for slaves than friends. To what end, then, are they taught by philosophy, by the arts, the sciences? Or do they pretend those softening manners and elevate the man? We shall shew them our chains, and say to them. What more could barbarians do? To what purpose is the sublime religion they profess? Does it instruct them to love even their enemies? Ah! WE ARE THEIR BRETHREN!"
"I have known people, otherwise amiable, who looked on these cruelties as a matter of course. They have said to me, We must treat them with severity. But why? Because they are negroes! Their reason never could advance a step further."
"The right which you claim of making negro slaves, is without the support of title without the melioration of excuse. You sail to Africa—you are sure of finding weakness there, for every where man is weak; you dazzle the inhabitants with your gold, you allure them with your merchandize. The father shuts his heart to every tender sentiment; he is animated by sordid interest alone: he delivers his child to you. The sovereign receives from you the aliment of his pride, and to you abandons his subjects. With you the wife finds a recompense for infidelity, and she sacrifices her husband to you. These form a small part of this execrable seduction!—You avail yourselves of simplicity, sleep, drunkenness, good faith, candour, ignorance, of all the virtues, and all the weakness of these people, to procure slaves who cost you nothing. If it were possible to unveil all the crimes committed by Africans and Europeans, before an unfortunate negro places his foot on the vessel which shall transport him to America, there is not a face that would not be distorted with horror!"
"The negroes are chained two together on board their ships with heavy fetters of iron, from which they are never relieved during the whole voyage. They are compelled to descend into the hold—not by a stair-case, or even a ladder; it is only by the help of a beam, in which niches are cut, at certain distances, to sustain the feet. The unfortunate negro who is not sufficiently nimble to run down this terrifying ladder, is pushed headlong without compassion, by the insolent sailor. The consequence is a fall of twenty feet; and a universal laugh is all that is excited in the crew by the sufferings of the unfortunate negro, who stunned by his fall, waits to receive from nature the consolations which his brutal assassins rarely think of giving him."
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BOSTON, June 13. The report of information, by the arrival at Plymouth, from Cadiz, that Admiral Nelson appeared off that place 9 days after the sailing of the French and Spanish fleets, we imagine must have arisen from some mistake.—That arrival left Cadiz April 17. Captain Hewes, who arrived at this place last week, sailed from Gibraltar April 22, and brought a rumour that Lord Nelson, misinformed by a Swedish captain had proceeded towards Egypt, to look for the Toulon squadron. This rumour at least shews that he had not passed into the Atlantic Ocean at that date.
NEW-YORK, June 15. A gentleman who arrived yesterday from Bordeaux, and who left Paris about the 22d April, informs us, that it was well known in that city, though not officially published, that the Toulon & Cadiz squadrons were destined for the West Indies, and that their principal object was the reduction of Jamaica. The Toulon fleet had 13,000 troops on board, and expected to be increased upon touching at Cadiz by 15 ships of the line with a considerable military force; in this, however, they were rather disappointed, as they were joined only by five ships of the line. The Brest fleet with 12,000 troops on board, it was understood, intended to join the former, and this very formidable armament, was to proceed together against the British West India islands. It will be remembered that the Brest fleet did not succeed in putting to sea. Our informant farther states that as there were always English frigates and cutters off Toulon observing the motions of the French squadron, intelligence of its sailing must have very soon reached Lord Nelson, who, it was said, was off Barcelona on the 9th April, in pursuit of it. His squadron, however, must have stopped at Gibraltar to water; still it was thought possible that he would be only a few days sail behind the enemy, and that by this time he may have reached Jamaica. All things considered, intelligence of the most serious nature may be daily expected from that quarter. The French fleet we are certain have arrived, and it is possible the English has—at any rate it is probable it will soon arrive; however this be the colonies of Britain are in the most perilous situation.
The claims settled by the American Commissioners at Paris, and liquidated by the French board established for that purpose, were not finally admitted by the French secretary. Many difficulties had arisen between the American Ministers and the French Minister of Finance on this subject, and it is doubtful whether the bills to be drawn by the American minister for the final liquidation of those claims will be sent forward until after the return of the Emperor from Italy. Mr. Monroe, our minister extraordinary at Madrid had not left that place the 30th April.
French papers to the 28th of April were yesterday received, but they do not contain any important intelligence which has not been published from our English prints. A very few extracts have been made—as follows:
PARIS, 30th Germinal. —The German journals again announce the march of 150,000 Russians towards the southern frontiers of Europe.
The official journal continues to publish in the Italian language, addresses of devotion and fidelity to his majesty the Emperor and King, from the different civil and military bodies, the magistracy and learned societies of the kingdom of Italy.
FIORAL 1st. —We learn that the Federal and principal states of the German empire, are all forward to recognize the new changes that have taken place in the constitution of the kingdom of Italy. Her majesty Madame Eliza, princess of Piombino set out yesterday from Paris for her principality.
A person speaking of Bonaparte's vast extent of empire, an Irish sailor exclaimed—"By my troth, he has't as much ground on the ocean as will make him a potato garden."
June 17. Our Greenock papers by the ship Ardent are to the 6th of May, and the London intelligence they contain is of the 2d, one day later than we had before received, comprising the subjoined articles.
We learn verbally that an embargo was laid on all vessels in the ports of England on the 7th of May, and in Scotland on the 10th, in consequence of the sailing of the second secret expedition; and that the Ardent, having cleared out at the custom house before the embargo, sailed in the evening of the 11th under a protest.
The Ardent had a passage of 14 days to the banks of Newfoundland, and has been 15 days upon the coast.
They had received accounts in London, of the destination of the Toulon fleet, which was said to be for Jamaica. Private letters were received from the Channel fleet, which state, that the Brest fleet was perfectly ready for sea, and it is said that they have recently made two attempts to get out, but were prevented by the vigilance of Lord Gardner. The Diadem, of 64 guns, arrived at Portsmouth, from the Channel fleet. She left the fleet all well, off Brest, having been joined by the squadron under the command of Sir John Orde.
LONDON, May 6. An expedition for the W. Indies, consisting of 8000 men, under the command of Sir Eyre Coote, is nearly in readiness for sea.
The secret expedition under gen. Craig is said to be destined against Ferrol. We understand, from unquestionable authority that his Majesty has issued orders for erasing the name of Lord Melville from the list of the privy council. His lordship is now removed from all places which he held at the pleasure of the crown.
May 10. By the Sophia sloop of war from the Mediterranean, government has this morning received dispatches from Lord Nelson, the particulars of which have not yet transpired. It is said some information has also been received respecting the course of the combined squadrons which lately sailed from Cadiz.
An unusual degree of activity has been recently remarked among the enemy's flotilla at Boulogne. The following is an extract of a letter from an officer belonging to our squadron off that port, dated off Boulogne, May 2, 1805.
"We constantly perceive the enemy actively engaged on their coast, which leads us to believe they will speedily attempt something in a formidable way. The force under the command of our active admiral Douglas, is on the alert, and prepared to give them a warm reception. Yesterday and this morning a few of their small gun-boats crept from Ambleteuse along the shore to Boulogne. They keep in so close under batteries, and draw so little water, that it is almost impossible for any of our cruisers to molest them."
The following is an extract of a letter from an officer on board the fleet, dated 28 h ult.
"This day the Polyphemus, of 64 guns, capt. Lawford, joined us; she came from Sir John Orde's squadron that was cruising off Cadiz, but retired on the appearance of 11 French line of battle ships, which had passed the Gut of Gibraltar on the 9th ult. and entered Cadiz roads on the following day. Before Sir John got out of sight of Cadiz he saw 6 more line of battle ships go in, having, it is conjectured, got out of Carthagena."
There were lying in Cadiz harbor during the blockade, 12 Spanish and 1 French line of battle ships, so that their force now in that port consists of 30 sail of the line, besides several frigates, and they shew every appearance of soon putting to sea.—The enemy's fleet in Brest amount to 21 sail of the line, & have twice endeavored to come out. We hourly expect to be joined by Sir John Orde, with 5 sail of the line.
GREENOCK, May 6. The following note was stuck up at Lloyd's on Thursday last at 3 o'clock:
"Information has been received at the admiralty that the French squadron which appeared off Cadiz on the 9th ult. was no longer there on the 10th, and that the number of Spanish ships in the harbor was diminished. On the 11th and 12th, five sail of the line, supposed to be Spanish, were seen beating to the westward."
Our correspondent subjoins, "the above communication has made a very serious impression. It is now supposed that part of the Spanish squadron is sent to reinforce the fleets in the West Indies, while the French fleet is proceeding along the coast to raise the blockade of the ports." Till some decisive intelligence is received, it is now evident that little dependence can be placed on any information which has hitherto been received, and that till positive assurances are obtained of the views of the enemy's squadron, a constant succession of alarms must be submitted to.
It is certainly much to be regretted, that at a period of so much danger and alarm from without, party spirit should run so high at home as our parliamentary report of this day, and indeed of every day for some time past, demonstrates.
A Lisbon mail arrived on Thursday, in 14 days, per the Walsingham packets, in which came passengers lord and lady Holland. Jerome Bonaparte has set off for France, and his lady and her brother, by sea, for Amsterdam. The French ambassador, Junot, had arrived at Lisbon.
June 18.
FROM LISBON. Captain Delano, of the Mentor, arrived yesterday, informs us that when he left Lisbon 18 h May it was reported that the Spanish fleet doubled Cape St. Vincent the 23d April. Forty sail of British transports conveyed by two line of battle ships and four frigates, anchored in Cascar's bay [just to the southward of the rock of Lisbon,] on the 5th of May. They were said to be part of the expedition that sailed under the Command of Sir James Craig, bound to Gibraltar and Malta, with troops for those two garrisons; but where they parted with the rest of the fleet was unknown. The general belief was that the fleet would remain at Cascar's bay, until something more correctly was known about the movements of the French and Spanish fleets. On the 8th of May, when captain Delano left the mouth of the Tagus, he saw the fleet crossing Lisbon bar, bound up to Lisbon roads. There were 46 sail in all. Capt. D. further informs, that it was expected that Portugal would declare war against France.—He brings dispatches for government.
Prices Current at Lisbon, May 7. Flour 8 1-2 a 9 dollars per bbl.; wheat 1 75 a 2 per bushel; corn 1 10 a 1 25; beef 12 a 13 per bbl.; pork 15 a 16; codfish 5 50 per 132 lb. English; cwt.; pipe staves 90 to 100 dollars per 1000; hhd. do. 50 a 55; bbl. do. 40 a 45; salt 7 57 per moy; Lemmons 5 dollars per box; Lisbon wine 25 a 31 dollars per qr. cask.
PHILADELPHIA, June 17. FROM THE WEST INDIES. A gentleman who came out in the brig Molly, Capt. Wheldon, from Guadalupe, has furnished us with the following memorandum, which he entitles,
"News at Basseterre, Guadalupe, May 26, 1805." "On the 22d inst. arrived at this port from Martinique, the French imperial sch'r. Lafene, of 6 guns, bringing information of the arrival at Fort Royal of a French fleet, consisting of 12 sail of the line, 6 frigates and 4 sloops of war, under admiral Villeneuve, from Toulon, together with 6 Spanish ships of the line, and several frigates, under admiral Gravina; forming altogether, 18 sail of the line, 12 frigates, 4 sloops of war, and sundry transports, having on board 18,000 troops, under the orders of gen. Lauriston (a creole of Pondicherry) first aid de-camp of his imperial majesty Napoleon. On the receipt of this information, a general embargo was instantly ordered."
"On the 24th, 2 French frigates came to anchor at Basseterre, with general Lauriston on board, for the purpose of consulting with general Ernoul, the plan of operations against the British islands. The general remained there during that day, and in the evening departed with the frigates. The day following, very great activity was used in bringing down mortars, bombs, shells, etc. to the sea-side, to be embarked on board the fleet. Two thousand artillerymen and engineers were to be taken from the garrison of Basseterre, to be joined to the force on board the fleet, making in the whole 30,000 troops."
"The first point of attack was said to be Trinidad, after which they would make a sweep of all the Windward Islands."
"The fleet reported, that about the time of their sailing from Toulon, the Brest fleet also had orders to put to sea, and proceed immediately to Jamaica; and it was reported a few days ago, from Saint Thomas, that Jamaica was actually taken."
   The following are the names and respective force of the French fleet:—   Ships names. Commanders. Guns.     Le Buccaniere Capt. Magindie 80   Le Formidable Cosmas 80   Le Neptune Letellier 80   L'Indomptable Hubert 80   Le Pluton Meystrol 74   Le Montblanc Villegay 74   L'Atlas Rollan 74   L'Aigle Camon 74   Le Scipion Courage 74   Le Swiftsure Barouger 74   L'Integre Villemarin 74   L'Intrepide Departone 74   Frigates and Sloops of War.   Le Rhine 40 La Cornelle 40   L'Hortense 40 La Torche 28   La Thamis 36 Le Furet 28   L'Hermione 40 L'Argus 28   La Cirene 35 La Naide 26  
FROM OUR CORRESPONDENTS.
NEW-YORK, June 13. The following is an extract of a letter which we have just now received, dated
St. Croix, May 29. "Lord Nelson was seen yesterday from shore, with 14 sail of the line, in chase of the French fleet of 15 and some frigates."
"Nothing below this morning. [The brig Ariel, Gardner, is 13 days from St. Croix, is at the Lazaretto; by her we shall be able to determine the truth or falsehood of the above astonishing, but agreeable information. For this purpose, we shall immediately proceed to the Lazaretto.]
FROM MARTINIQUE.
A letter from Martinique, dated the 28th May, (received at New York) states, that the embargo of 14 days was taken off the 27th, and that the fleet had sailed.
BALTIMORE, June 19.
There is so much truth in the following remark that we insert it, and are happy to find that our opinions are held by all those who make any pretensions to a just view of the present situation of affairs. We had intended a continuation of our observations on the aspect of the political world, but the arrival of the Ardent at New-York, having placed some of our statements in a clearer light we have deferred it until to-morrow—when we shall endeavor to develop the state of commerce and politics according to the latest advices both from Europe and the West-Indies. Although no very striking intelligence is received, much general information may be derived from the perusal of the extracts as given in the New-York papers, and as this is the only news from England which we can expect for some time on account of the embargo, we must be content with what our own part of the world furnishes.
"BELLA BORRIDA BELLA." —For many years past the aspect of British affairs has not been so forbidding as at this moment. In spite of all her efforts and vigilance the fleets of the enemy have eluded her's, and strong in force, politic in design, and successful in enterprise, have now, probably, within the reach of their grasp, a high compensation for the hazards they have encountered. Jamaica, the object of their
aim, is by no means sufficiently shielded by a naval force to repel their aggressions; and though the gallant Nelson may be straining every nerve, and spreading every sail to overtake them, the probability is, that before he reaches the West-Indies, this Island has fallen. The loss of property and life to which such an event must give rise cannot be contemplated but with grief.— M. Y. D. Adv.
We must here make one remark, because of the consequences which may be involved in it. In the course of the discussion in the British House of Commons on the subject of Dundas' speculation, who it appears has been dismissed from all his offices held at the pleasure of the crown—Pitt disclaimed all interest or share in the improprieties committed by his friend, while Fox maintained that on the subject of the secret service money , the decision of the house must certainly include him. For the good of mankind, the honour of the country, and for the peace of the world, the dismissal into the most profound contempt and the prosecution of the present British ministry, "is a consummation devoutly to be wished;" they have been notorious thieves, and yet have the effrontery to nick name their robbery, " money appropriated for the good of the public in secret services ." Yes—in the subornation of perjured ruffians, to swear away the liberty, the property, and the lives of those whom they govern. The splendour of situation, the distinction of rank, the exhibition of pomp and the fascination of riches, may delude for a while, but justice is immutables, and truth says that a man is a rogue and a villain in proportion to his crimes; but these fellows act upon the old adage, " a man may as well be hanged for stealing a sheep as a lamb ."
NEWBURGH, June 10.
We are informed, by a gentleman who passed through Westchester county last week, that the following very singular occurrence, which happened a few days before was related to him by a Mr. Cutler, innkeeper, residing at Tarrytown, and from our knowledge of the person who informed us, and the person who related it to him, however much we are inclined to doubt, yet we believe there is, at least, some foundation for the following:—We, however, lay it before our readers in the manner it was related by our informant who authorised us to make it public.
A person, (whose name our informant had forgot) living near Tarrytown, having occasion to go to the river to bring up some tubs, pails, &c. which had been sent to New-York with butter; on his return got two jugs—one of which he filled with molasses and the other with rum, and put them together with his tubs, pails, &c. into his waggon to return home, after dark in the evening. After going a mile or two on his way back, he perceived two black dogs keeping constantly by the side of his waggon, and running under the feet of his horses. At about ten o'clock he stopped at Mr. Cutler's inn and informed him, to use his own words, that "two damn'd black dogs had followed him thither, and that they were troublesome to him." Mr. Cutler took but little notice of it, and he soon after went out to his waggon, to go to his own house which was not far off. Shortly after one of his neighbors was alarmed by horses running past his door, apparently by the noise, with harness and traces on them: and knowing that this person had went down to the river that afternoon, he suspected they might be his horses, which had got frightened and ran away—he immediately went over and awakened the family, got a candle and lantern and found the horses by the barn. They then returned to look after the unfortunate man, whom they found with his face in the dirt, several yards before his waggon, & his scalp almost torn off, but was sucking to his head by a small piece of skin—all the wheels taken off and lay together with the linch pins, snugly piled in an heap—the jugs of molasses and rum put under the fence some distance off; excepting which, every other article remained in the state in which they were put in the waggon. The man was taken up in a state of insensibility, and conveyed to his own house; signs of life were perceived and medical and instantly procured, but the physician gave but little hopes of his recovery. The next day, he, however recovered his senses and his speech, but all the information he could give was, that those two black dogs after he left Mr. Cutler's inn, still accompanied him, one of which jumped into his waggon and clapt his paw on his head, which was all he could recollect. He seemed to regain strength, and the physician then informed his patient that he had no doubt but he would get well; "Do you think so," replied the man with a smile, and shortly after expired.
NORFOLK, June 22.
Captain Brownlow, who arrived here on Thursday morning, in 15 days from Guadalupe, informs that a few days before he sailed, two French line of battle ships arrived there, being part of 28 sail of the line which sailed from Brest, from which they were separated in a severe gale of wind. Capt. B. conversed with some English prisoners landed from the French ships that belonged to English merchantmen bound home, which were captured—they reported, that there were 600 troops on board each ship, & that they were to join the Toulon and Cadiz fleets lying at Martinique.
LEXINGTON, (Ken.) May 28.
On Wednesday last arrived in this town, Aaron Burr esq. late vice president of the
United States. On Thursday evening he attended the concert, and on Friday left town on his way to Orleans. We can confidently state, that Col. Burr is not appointed governor of Louisiana. It is said that he is not interested in the proposed canal at the Falls of Ohio, but is merely travelling for amusement and information. He proposes returning to Kentucky in August, when he will spend some time at the Olympian Springs.
FRANKFORT, (Ken.) May 25.
On the evening of Monday last, Col. Aaron Burr, the late Vice-President of the United States, arrived at this place, and left it on the Wednesday following. His appearance is prepossessing, and indicative of great mental energy. His time while here mostly passed in retirement.
A Letter to the Printer of a London Paper.
MR. PRINTER, Since the present military mania has seized the inhabitants of this once peaceable town, I have not had one minute's happiness; you must know the infection very soon spread itself into my family: my husband who was what is called a good sort of a man, and would do whatever I bid him, is now become a very tyrant. If I ask him for a few guineas for a new gown [you know, Mr. Printer, a tradesman's wife ought to go decent] he makes me no other reply but quick march! If he wants his dinner, he bids me order arms , and his supper must be got ready in ordinary time . We had a few friends to dine with us last Sunday, and instead of saying grace decently, as he used to do, he called out attention—handle arms : and his grace after dinner is now shut fans! Yet if I offer to expostulate with him on account of his extravagance, he tells me, he'll give me such a volley as shall bring my rear rank to close order ; but this is nothing to the confusion it makes in the house: not a moh to boom , or shut , in short any thing that has a handle to it but goes to rack; he mistakes every thing of the kind for a musket , and the servants are all as mad as himself. It was but yesterday that I caught him in the back warehouse teaching them what he calls the manuel . The cook was furnished with a spit, the housemaid had shouldered my best hair broom, and John the porter was presenting arms with the shop scraper; my son, Jackey, formed the light infantry at a distance, trailing arms with the poker, while my good man gave the word of command; indeed they had secreted themselves so effectually that I should never have found them but for the noise they made in marching and counter marching ; however as I surprised them before they could recover arms or crime and load , I very soon broke the line , and put the whole regiment to flight . But this, Mr. Printer, is not the worst misfortune that I expect from this rage for manoeuvring , for between you and I, I am afraid we shall manoeuvre away all our customers. My husband has laid aside all his former modesty, and talks in the true military style of importance . I heard him call the other day to the great man at the other end of the town, whom he scarce before dared to look at, how it's Comrade? and when 'Squire Gasky called to let us know he had not forgot the bill he owed us of about two years standing, instead of thanking the gentleman as tradesmen , you know, ought to do, he shut to the door, and bid the coachman to the right wheel . This very morning I was obliged to send Justice Bubble's housekeeper (a very pretty kind of woman) away because nobody could be found to serve her; my husband was gone to drill in the Town hall, my son was wheeling to the right by divisions , and forming platoons in the Forbury; the shopman was exercising in a neighbor's garden a few doors off, and the porter was priming and loading in the pantry. The only comfort I feel, is that, my husband is not the only one that is thus altered. I happened to ask Mr. Squeezelm an old neighbor of ours in a brown George, what news there was? and he answered, blue with a red collar ; and another on my asking the price of a piece of dimity, assured me nothing became a soldier so much as white fan-taloons .
Perhaps, Mr. Printer, you are yourself occasionally employed in priming & in handling the pike , as well as in distributing the primer and pica : if so, I expect you will order me to right about face and retreat . I shall, therefore, only add that I shall, like my husband, but in a different sense, support arms in the hope that this will be a short inconvenience; that our enemies will be convinced by this universal display of patriotic spirit, that Englishmen have but one hand and one heart in repelling from their coasts the ravagers of Europe, the destroyers of order and security, and the scourges of human nature.
BARBARA BLUNDERBUSS.
William & Mary College, June 19th, 1805.
IN conformity to the statute for the good government of William and Mary College, publication is hereby made, that ROBERT BUTLER, late student of the said College, was expelled on the 18th inst. on a charge of his having been concerned in a duel.
(Signed) J. Madison, Pr.
TO BE SOLD,
At the Woodbury Mills, in the county of Powhatan, on Saturday the 6th of July next, for cash, the following PROPERTY, belonging to the late firm of Price and Harris, viz 1 Waggon and 6 Horses, 1 Iron Chest, and a pair of Scales and Weights, a Cow and Calf, the stock of Hogs, and a quantity of Plaister of Paris.
Thomas Harris, jun. Surviving Partner. June 24th, 1805.

Table with 2 columns: Item, Price. Items include Tobacco, Wheat, Flour, Corn, etc.
We have recently published a short view of the French finances; by which it appears that the whole annual expenditure amounts to 684,000,000 francs, or about 137 millions of dollars.
The annual expenditures of Great Britain and Ireland amount to about 310,000,000 dollars. Those of France to 137,000,000.
Difference against G. B. 173,000,000. Although the population of the latter is double that of the former. Whence is it that this great difference arises?
In these respects the example of England should be perpetually present to the view of our countrymen. Whenever their disposition to retard the present rapid extinguishment of the national debt relaxes from a wish to answer some temporary purpose, let them reflect on the rapidity with which the British debt has progressed to its present enormous and alarming magnitude.
One other impressive view. The expenditures of Great Britain impose an annual burthen of twenty-six dollars upon each individual; those of France five dollars; and those of the United States two dollars.
In the sentiments of Governor Langdon, in his address to the New-Hampshire legislature, we have the frank and firm avowal of the creed of a true republican. Without reserve or qualification he declares a free elective government of the people the strongest, the freest, the best that has ever yet been experienced;
The late elections have insured a full triumph to republican principles in New-Hampshire. The government has completely changed hands. A letter from Concord, extracted from the New-Hampshire Gazette, delineates the following glowing picture.
"The hon. JOHN LANGDON is elected governor by a majority of 3210 votes."
"CLEMENT STORER is President of the Senate."
"SAMUEL BELL is Speaker of the House of Representatives."
"NATHANIEL GILMAN is Treasurer."
"PHILIP CARRIGAN, JUN. is Secretary of the state."
"There are four Republicans and one Federalist in the council."
"A Republican majority of more than fifty grace the House of Representatives."
"In the senate there are eight Republicans to four Federalists."
"The defeat of this monster is complete—it is fallen never, never to rise again; and it is now that we may anticipate with confidence, the rapid dispersion of those clouds, which have too long obscured the understanding and misled the judgment of a number of the citizens of this state, it is now that we look forward to the complete and undisputed triumph of those principles of genuine Republicanism, which alone can secure the rights and privileges, and promote the peace and happiness of the people."
"We congratulate the citizens of this state and the union on this happy, thrice happy change."
York have returned an ignoramus to the bill against Mr. Cheetham, Editor of the Citizen, laid before them by the Attorney General, at the direction of the legislature of N. York, for an alleged libel charging them with bribery and corruption in the case of the Merchants' Bank.
The American Citizen states the following, as the result of the late elections in New-York.
The ensuing assembly consists of eighty-eight republican and twelve federal members. Last year it was composed of eighty-seven republican and thirteen federal members. Of the republicans, forty voted for incorporating the merchants' bank, of whom only nine have been re-elected.
We are informed, says the United States Gazette, that the Board of Health of Philadelphia have received information of the yellow fever having broken out in New-York.
By a vessel arrived at New-York, we learn, that the small pox was raging with great violence at Trinidad, having been brought from Martinique, where it was very prevalent.
Extract of a letter from capt. Bridges, of the brig Hannah, of Newburyport, to his owner, dated Faya, April 6th, 1805.
"I arrived here on the 31st ult. The day before I got in, I was fired upon in a most barbarous manner by an English privateer, and received two very severe wounds in the groin and thigh, which I thank God, are not likely to prove mortal, although they will cost me several weeks of pain and anguish. In consequence of being disabled, and fruit being high and scarce, I have sold my cargo for wines, and shall sail direct for Newburyport, as soon as my wounds will permit."
Mr. HENRY PREBLE, (brother to commodore PREBLE) who arrived at New-York on Friday, in the brig Paisley, from Bordeaux, is the bearer of important dispatches from Mr. Armstrong at Paris, to our government.—Phil. Gaz.
Halifax papers to the 4th inst. are received at New-York. One of the 28th ult. mentions the sailing of the Leander Cambrian, and Busy, on a cruise. The keel of a sloop of war had just been laid down at Halifax. The Cleopatra and Mermaid frigates, sailed the 3d for S. Johns, with the Nova Scotia fencible regt. under the command of Col. Wetherall.
Mr. SCHIMMELFENNICK, the present Pensionary of Holland, before the revolution, was a man very little known—a barister:—He is of a good family; his behaviour since he has been in a political situation, has gained him the esteem of many of his countrymen.—It is said the palace of the late Stadholder at the Hague, will be appropriated for Mr. Schimmel-penninck, his family and suite.
The two bomb ketches, for the Mediterranean service, fitting at the navy yard in Charlestown (Mass.) under the direction of Commodore Preble, will be ready for sea in the course of a week, and immediately proceed to join our squadron there.—They are to be commanded by Lieutenants Lewis and McNeil.—One of them the Vengeance, was launched on the 12th instant—the other is the Shufire, and will be launched in a few days.
The New-York Gazette, in contradiction of a paragraph which appeared in this paper of Monday last, copied from the U. S. Gazette, of Philadelphia, stating that the board of health of that place, had received information of the yellow fever having broke out in New-York, says, "we assert that there has not been a single case of YELLOW FEVER in the city this year."
On the 15th, ult. the British Packet, lying in the harbor of New-York, was struck by lightning, which shivered her main topmast.
THE UNHAPPY ARNOLD.
Wason Tuesday last, indicted, and convicted at the Circuit Court held in this place, by his Honor Chief Justice Kent, of the Murder of Betsey Van Amburgh, an orphan, by whipping her, in such unjustifiable and barbarous manner as to occasion her death.
Judge Kent after an impressive address to the prisoner, passed sentence on him, viz. "You are to be taken from hence to the place of confinement, and from thence to the place of execution, and there to be hanged by the neck until you are dead—and the lord have mercy on your soul." Yesterday the Honorable Court fixed the time of his execution to Friday the 19th day of July next, between the hours of ten o'clock in the forenoon and two o'clock in the afternoon.
The trial occupied about five hours and an half, and the Jury were about 2 hours deliberating on their verdict. Thomas R. Gold, Esq. was counsel for the prisoner, and Nathan Williams, Esq. District Attorney conducted the prosecution on the part of the State.
(Cooperstown paper, June 6.)
Mr. Hodgkinson, Mrs. Simpson, and Mrs. Villers (formerly Mrs. A. E. Westray) of the Theatre, arrived at New-York on Wednesday, from Charleston—We understand Mr. Hodgkinson has taken the management of the New-York Theatre.
FRANCIS—Dumas, who has presided at the meeting of the Clerical College of the Department of the Dyl.—Brother Jerome and his wife were accompanied to Lisbon by Mr. Patterson, the Lady's Brother. Jerome goes to Madrid as soon as the ship is released from quarantine, but the Lady is not in a situation to accompany him.—She proceeds, with her brother, to Amsterdam, where she will remain till after her accouchement.
The Court of the Thuilleries went into mourning on the 13th inst. for the late Queen Dowager of Prussia. The mourning is to continue three weeks. In the notice issued on this occasion, it is stated, that the Emperor will wear violet as mourning.
In a Paris Journal of the 21st April, we find the following article:
"Col. Burr who killed Gen. Hamilton in a duel, has been acquitted by the Senate of the United States. There were thirteen votes declared him guilty of voluntary murder, and eleven against this opinion; but two thirds of the votes were necessary to condemn him."
"How slow the progress of the human species to perfection! since, in the wisest country in the world, there were only thirteen reasonable persons in twenty four, even in the Senate, and since a prejudice the most horrible, the most fatal, the most absurd, still finds defenders. This is, however, the remains of the times of the most profound ignorance, and of nations the most barbarous, which prolong an idea of honor, that the Greeks and Romans never knew; which the wisest princes have endeavored to dispel; which religion, policy, and reason equally condemn."
Dr. LALANDE. An astronomer of much celebrity.
At Udsburg, a machine has been invented, which turns a mill in the same manner as a current of water does, but with less expense.—The inventor, whose name is Ogg, has offered to government to produce such a machine, provided he received a patent for the exclusive privilege of making them for 20 years.
M. Troville has made a new hydrolic machine, which throws up water to a great height, without any other mechanism, and solely by the rarefaction of the air in air tight stone chambers, placed one above another.—For this invention, he has been presented with a gratuity of 10,000 livres by the board for the encouragement of Arts, at Paris.
FROM THE HARTFORD MERCURY.
Federalism looking up.—While federalism was under comfortable circumstances, and Mr. Adams was erecting "his stupendous fabric," for the wild nation, while he was digging a hole for his nobles, and opening jails for the seditious rabble, little was said about federalism looking up. In those days federalism looked down with scorn on the rights of man; and on every advocate of those rights. It was beneath the dignity of the grand functionaries under the reign of terror to look up. Whatever else did not look up with reverence to federalism, was made to feel the force of energetic government, and prostrated so that looking up was an act of necessity.
But as soon as gov. Clinton was placed at the head of the state of New-York, federalism began to look up. It looked up during the pendancy of the presidential election in 1800, especially during the contest of night caps, whether the people should have a president of their choice or have a president, for whom as president no elector had voted. Federalism looked up very early in the morning of the 4th of March, 1801 when the late president Adams left the seat of government; it looked up while Mr. Jefferson delivered his inaugural speech, and it has been looking up ever since.
About two years since, the federal papers hailed federalism as looking up even in the ancient dominion of Virginia, because three or four federalists from that state had gained an election for congress. Since that, although federalism has lost the virtue and talents of James Thomson Callender, it has looked up, so that only one federalist, (Mr. Lewis,) will appear in the national councils to represent the federalism of Virginia. Two republican senators, and twenty republican representatives will be on the floor of congress, from that state, to witness the looking up of federalism in the person of Mr. Lewis.
Federalism has for years been looking up in New-Hampshire, and it now looks up in the persons of gov. Gilman, and of the federal senators, and representatives, who have retired to private life, to make way for governor Langdon, and a republican legislature.
If in Vermont or Rhode-Island, Federalism had ceased to look up, and had she looked on either side of her, she would have seen republicans as far as the eye could extend.
In Massachusetts another look up of federalism at the next annual election, equal to her look up at the present, will send governor Strong and the Essex Juno to join the federal worthies, who have gone to glory before them.
In Connecticut federalism has been always looking up. Whatever may be the result of an election in comparison of votes, yet in some way or other federalism is always gaining a loss. Now the proof of gain is this; gen. Hart, being taken up as a candidate, did not at first gain as many votes as Mr. Kirby had done; but now gen. Hart has about five hundred more
of more than 600 of the votes, which he had. The freemen have not left the state nor are they dead—there are more living freemen now than there were when Mr. Kirby had 7848 votes, and gov. Trumbull 4316. Where, ye looking up federalists, are your 6,000 votes? Ours have all appeared with a handsome addition: your looking up here is just like your looking up elsewhere; it is a mere watch word to keep up a dying cause. Your looking up, and stand, and walk as republicans now do, is as vain as the hope of the fabled hero of Lubberland, who is represented as on his back with his mouth wide open, looking up for provision, which will never be sent him from the clouds.
Another new planet has been discovered by M. Harding, of Lilienthal, near Bremen, to which he has given the name of Juno. It is of the eighth magnitude, and attracted his attention while comparing with the Heavens the 50,000 Stars observed by Messrs. Lalande. It appears to have a peculiar motion, and after observing it for several days, he clearly ascertained that it was a planet. Its right ascension on the 5th of September was 1 min. 52 sec. its north declination 0 deg. 11 min. The same planet was observed by M. Burckhardt, on the 23d of September, at 359 deg. 7 min. and 40 deg. 6 min. from which he inferred that the duration of its revolution is five years and a half. The following particulars have also been ascertained: its declination is 21 deg. Its eccentricity is a quarter of its radius. Its mean distance from the sun is three times that of the earth, or about an hundred millions of leagues; it is consequently farther than Ceres or Pallas, whose distance is 96,000,000. Its diameter has not yet been ascertained; but its size appears nearly the same as that of Ceres, or the planet discovered by Piazzi. This is the twelfth planet discovered within a few years, Herschel having discovered Uranus and its six satellites, and two new satellites to Saturn; Piazzi discovered Ceres; and Olbers discovered Pallas.—Len. pap.
WILLIAM & MARY COLLEGE LOTTERY, Now drawing in N. folke.
Table with 2 columns: Prize of 500 dollars, Nos. 6935. Prizes of 15 dollars, Nos. 690 5678, 7345 313 4931 4342 1746 1155 5467, 5667 3738 5640 3916 461 107 7890, 6310 2253 4772 6947 7871 7703 2046, 4898 2532 5600 581 2248 7957 2097, 6027 6265.
TWENTY-FOURTH DAY.
Table with 2 columns: Prizes of 500 dollars, Nos. 2128 2537. Prizes of 15 dollars, Nos. 5809 6990, 3736 5977 3648 5656 3542 3562 4986, 836 2926 358 7461 1827 4662 3232, 1244 2780 8463 218 4232 4060 7141, 427 6444 3039 953 5368 1925 1560, 5998 4605 4890 5345 4192 6515 3154, 4736 6638 3867 7275 7625 7307.
TWENTY-FIFTH DAY.
Table with 2 columns: Prizes of 500 dollars, Nos. 3306. Prizes of 15 dollars, Nos. 493 4214, 7935 7197 7628 3655 3635 397 4584, 7453 2444 7237 6153 7108 4090 1110, 7312 509 4562 8452 5066 7718 2511, 1617 7167 1754 3197 3818 826 495, 606 4593 6874 7930 7735 647 5383, 1990 2540 176 3408 2804 9663 8527, 2021 237 6355 2797 7487.
TWENTY-SIXTH DAY.
Table with 2 columns: Prizes of 15 dollars, Nos. 1821 6111, 1267 6191 1634 7453 5093 3593 4920, 5209 2327 4555 6224 5399 6309 635, 2315 6512 5026 4928 3801 3801 5695, 6289 1835 5377 1265 537 4870 1921, 5154 4719 7508 1402.
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The British Fleet at Jamaica!
NEW YORK, June 20. Capt. Ray, of the schooner Alliance, who arrived this morning in 24 days from Falmouth, (Jam.) informs us that Admiral Deere had arrived with ELEVEN SAIL OF THE LINE, and had stationed his fleet across the harbour of Port-Royal.—Lord Nelson was hourly expected with a strong reinforcement. Prior to the arrival of the English fleet, the inhabitants of Port-Royal were thrown into the utmost consternation. Information had been received of the arrival of the French and Spanish fleets at Mar-tinique, and rumour with her hundred tongues, had swelled the combined forces to 45 sail of the line. They expected immediate orders to march to Kingston and to leave their own port to the ravages of the enemy. The arrival of Admiral Deere, however, dispelled their fears and renewed their hopes.
Admiral Cochrane had sailed in the Northumberland, of 74 guns, to take command of the Windward station. The ports of Jamaica continued shut against American vessels. Martial law was expected to take place immediately throughout the island.
The Clergymen of the City of Richmond, of all denominations, are requested to solicit donations to the Free School, from their respective congregations, on Sunday the 30th inst. to aid that useful and charitable institution. By order of the Board.
Wm. DU VAL, President of the Board of Trustees, for the Richmond Free School June 24th, 1805.
THIS DAY IS PUBLISHED
And sold at the printing office of Augustine Davis, Courteney's second edition of Hymns & Spiritual Songs. This book contains one hundred and eighty-one of the most approved hymns, on various occasions, by different authors—and one hundred and seventy-eight pages of choice spiritual songs, admirably adapted to the various states and conditions of men. Richmond, 21st June, 1805.
SONGS. O D Y, SOUTHERN SOMERNS. ON THE DEATH OF THOU GO'S! whose pure flame Gave Judas Maccabeus worth, And rais'd Leonidas to fame. Surpassing all the race of earth! Who Brutus, Wallace, Warren fir'd, To break oppression's iron chain; Why have those chiefs o'er come expir'd? Why with success do tyrants reign? Is it that thou decreest to all Most generous and eternal fame, That patriots who perform them, fall E'er vice or folly stain their name? Yes! 'Tis by this that thou hast shown The patriotic, generous, brave, The only way to true renown Lies thro' the mansions of the grave. Brave Somers and his gallant band, Have nobly yielded up their breath; Whereby the warriors of our land Are taught to prize a glorious death. Thou hast decreed that they should die Amidst a wounding world's applause, Teach our heroes all, to die To perish in their country's cause. O Somers! had one table fed While here thou tarriedst, thee and me, Or had we social shared one bed, In sorrow I had mourn'd for thee, Hadst thou of kindred drawn me near To thee, as brother, son, or sire, I oft would shed the joyful tear, And oft the joyful sigh expire. O thou who givest the soul of man! With patriot love my heart inspire; And, if consistent with thy plan, One spark add of heroic fire; And should my humble prayer be heard, Nor be by fate's decree deny'd, Grant me to die, by all rever'd, As Somers, Israel, and Wadsworth died. SOPHRON.
LINES addressed to a Lady who had remarked that her heart was often sad when she seemed gay, and that she frequently retired to indulge her tears when the festive circle had withdrawn. AND canst thou act so false a part As feign a joy thou dost not feel? And canst thou a dejected heart Beneath imposing smiles conceal? Or rather—why should secret grief That gentlest bosom thus annoy? Why thus impel to seek relief From tears that stain the cheek of joy? But I may not the cause enquire: The heart alone its sorrow knows, And oft delighteth to retire, By all unseen to weep its woes. And sure the tear that dints thine eye, The sigh that heaves thy tender heart, Are dearer far than all thy joy That mirth and jollity impart.
SALES AT AUCTION.
WILL BE SOLD, positively without reserve, on a credit of 60 days on Thursday evening next, at 5 o'clock, the Four Story Brick Tenement, Opposite the Post office, now occupied by Micajah Davis.—Also, at the same time, on a credit of 9 months, on the premises, one half acre LOT, No. 542, handsomely situated, and not very distant from the basin of the canal.—And on Friday, at 11 o'clock A. M. will be sold, on the premises, about 31 acres meadow and high LAND, with some beautiful building sites, in lots to suit the purchasers. Adjoining the mill formerly the property of Maj. William Du Val, on a credit of 60 days.—Also, the Manufactory Mill, now in complete repair, late the property of said Du Val, with about 10 acres of meadow LAND attached thereto, on a credit of one, two and three years. Possession of all the property will be immediately given, and approved security required. Prosser & Moncure, v. m. Richmond, June 24, 1805.
ADVERTISEMENT.
WILL BE SOLD, on the second Saturday in next month, sundry SLAVES, household and kitchen FURNITURE—also, the Printing Utensils, Presses, &c. &c. The property of the late Capt. John Dixon. The terms of sale will be ready money for all sums under ten dollars, and for all sums over ten dollars, credit will be given of sixty days, the purchaser giving negotiable notes in the Bank of Virginia for the amount purchased. Sarah Dixon, Ex'rs. Richmond, June 21, 1805.
TEN DOLLARS
ARE offered for securing PEY-TON, who absconded early in this month. He is about 25 years of age, 5 feet 10 or 11 inches high, very stout and fleshy, not very black, has a small scar on his nose, which is rather turned up, speaks distinctly and plausibly, is fond of liquor, and has been accustomed, principally, to the care of horses, gardening, ploughing, &c. &c. His clothing was various; but he had been liberally supplied with the usual summer wear. It is supposed that he is lurking in Richmond. He was hired to Mr. Deneufville, of Williamsburg, who will pay the above reward to the proper claimant. Williamsburg, June 21st, 1805.
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Will attend the ensuing spring season at Wm. Tompkins' in Albemarle, within sight of Mr. Dyer's store, 16 miles south of Charlottesville—clover pasturage as good as any in the state, in six different inclosures furnished by the subscribers, and further particulars will be made known by the commencement of the season. Edward Jordan. Christopher Hudson. William Tompkins. June 24, 1805.
Tickets in the William & Mary College Lottery, now drawing in Norfolk, warranted undrawn after the 26th day, are for sale at this office.
JUST RECEIVED, At S. Pleasants' Book-Store, Richmond, a very elegant assortment of the best PEN KNIVES, Which will be sold by the single or dozen.

NOTICE ALL persons indebted to the late firm of Buchanan, Dunlop & Co. Of Petersburg; Robert Pollok & Co. Of Richmond; and Dunlop, Pollok & Co. Of Manchester, are hereby notified that James Dunlop, late a partner in the above concerns, has become purchaser of the outstanding debts; they will therefore be pleased to make payment to Mr. John Tompkins, residing in Richmond, or the subscriber, residing in Petersburg; who alone are authorised to make collections and grant discharges. Suits will be indiscriminately commenced against all who do not make payment before the first of February next. JOHN DUNLOP, Attorney for James Dunlop. Petersburg, Nov. 15, 1804.
TWENTY DOLLARS REWARD. Ran away from the subscriber about the end of Nov. or early in Dec. a black servant named SAM, I believe about 19 or 20 years of age, very strong and likely for a man of his age. He was seen in the neighborhood of this place some time after he absented himself, but from his connections I have reason to suppose that he may be lurking about, or concealed by those connections in the counties of Powhatan or Cumberland. I will give the above reward if he is brought to me in this place, or ten dollars if secured in a jail so that I may get him. Arch'd. Freeland. Manchester, March 15, 1805.
BROKER'S OFFICE. THE SUBSCRIBER HAS Opened a Broker's Office, Opposite the Union Tavern, and over the Counting-house of Thomas and Amos Ladd. All business confided to him will be transacted with strict fidelity. THOM. NORFELL, Richmond, October 3, 1804.
FORTY DOLLARS REWARD. Ran away from the subscriber living in Granville county, North Carolina, in March last, two bright mulatto fellows; one by the name of BARTLEY , about 35 years of age, has but little to say, and appears to be very humble; he is a tolerable good Shoemaker and Cooper, about 5 feet 10 or 11 inches high, and he is a well set negro. GEORGE is about 23 years of age, about 6 feet high, spare made, but a very active negro, fond of drink, and a very forward saucy fellow. I expect they have obtained free passes and will endeavor to pass for free negroes; it is probable they are lurking about Manchester, Richmond or Petersburg; they were seen in Manchester a few days past. Any person taking them up and confining them in jail, so that I get them, shall have the above reward, or 20 dollars for either, paid by the subscriber. LEWIS BENING, June 5th, 1805.
TO RENT, THE HOUSE & LOT, ON Shockoe Hill, lately occupied by Mr. John Pennington; now newly painted and repaired, and in every respect fit for the immediate reception of a family, having all necessary out-houses, &c. Apply to Benjamin Wolfe, adjoining the premises, or to Joseph Gallego. April 22, 1805.
A PROCLAMATION. WHEREAS it appears by the inquisition of the Coroner for the county of Berkeley, that JOSEPH THRUSTON and JOHN THRUSTON , late of the said county, are charged with the murder of Barney Riley ; & information has been received by the executive, that the said Joseph Thruston and John Thruston , have fled from justice; I have, therefore, thought fit with the advice of the Council of State to issue this proclamation—hereby offering a reward of Two Hundred Dollars, for apprehending and conducting before the Coroner, or a Justice of the Peace, for the said county, the said Joseph Thruston and John Thruston , or One Hundred Dollars for either of them, in order to their examination, touching the said murder: And I do moreover enjoin all officers civil and military, and exhort the good people of this commonwealth, to use their best endeavors to apprehend and conduct before the Coroner or a Justice of the Peace for the aforesaid county of Berkeley, the said Joseph Thruston and John Thruston , that they may be dealt with, as, in such cases, the law directs. Given under my hand as Governor, with the seal of the Commonwealth annexed, at Richmond, this 19th day of June, (L. S.) in the year of our Lord, one thousand eight hundred and five, and of the commonwealth the twenty ninth. (Signed) JOHN PAGE.
THE Heirs of Gibson Clevens, are hereby notified, that there is in my possession a Negro Woman and Child, recovered by suit in this court, which they are desired to take away. CHARLES MERIWETHER, Halifax, June 13th, 1805.
TEN DOLLARS REWARD. Broke away last evening, a large stout made blood bay HORSE, upwards of five feet high, 7 years old last spring, was shod all round about two months ago, but some of the shoes may now be off; he has a large head and small eyes, trots and gallops; if he has any other marks by which he might be distinguished, they are not recollected. He had on a saddle a good deal worn, with a hosh seat, and plated stirrups. The above reward will be paid on delivery of the horse and saddle to the subscribers. Fickett, Pollard & Johnston. Richmond, March 5, 1805.
FOR SALE, TWO LOTS, HANDSOMELY situated in the town of New-Gaston, on James river; on both are new and well built dwelling houses and offices; on one an excellent garden well enclosed, and the other containing one acre, with a good post and rail fence.—For further particulars enquire of Messrs William Anderson and James Rea of said place, who are legally authorised to sell and convey the same. ROBERT HILL. New-York, 1st Feb. 1805. Just published, and for sale by S. PLEASANTS, Jr. in an elegant pocket edition, WATTS'S PSALMS, HYMNS AND SPIRITUAL SONGS.
(BY AUTHORITY.) RICHMOND ACADEMY LOTTERY. CLASS NO. II. 4000 Tickets at 10 dollars each. 40000 1 Prize of 10000 1 of 5000 5 of 1000 20 of 500 50 of 100 50 of 50 100 of 25 40000 First drawn ticket after 500 are drawn, dols. 500 after 1000 500 after 1500 500 after 2000 1000 after 2500 1000 after 3000 1000 after 3500 1000 after 3950 10000 The above Lottery will certainly commence drawing the first Monday in November, or sooner, if the tickets are sold. The subscriber wishes to sell for cash, or on credit (till the first day of January next, the Two Brick Tenements, Adjoining the house of Mr. Benjamin Mosby. JOHN PENDLETON. City of Richmond, Nov. 10th, 1804.
Wanted Immediately, A QUANTITY of SENIKA , or RATTLE SNAKE ROOT , or the Virginia or Black Snake Root ; for which liberal prices will be given. BENJ. DUVAL. Richmond, June 5th, 1805.
WAS committed to the jail of this county, on the 24th day of February last, a negro man who calls himself BOOKER , and says that he belongs to a Mr. Ezekiel Walden , of Northumberland county, but appears to be at considerable loss to tell whether in Maryland or this state. He says that he left this county in April, 1804, in pursuit of his wife, which had been sold.—He is a stout well made fellow, about 22 years old, appears to have gone by water, and says that he sailed in the schooner John , to and from Baltimore. The said negro is now hired out agreeable to law. His owner is desired to come forward, prove property, pay charges and take him away. David Price, Keeper of the jail, Surry courthouse. Richmond, 17th May, 1805.
THE subscriber begs leave to inform his friends and the public at large, that he has obtained a commission for the exercise of the duties of a NOTARY PUBLIC , in and for this City; and that any business committed to him shall meet with prompt dispatch. Sam'l. M'Craw, Richmond, 17th May, 1805.
Geo. Watt HAS removed from the store he formerly occupied to a brick house on the cross street leading from the main street to Shockoe warehouse, where he has on hand and offers to dispose of on moderate terms, by wholesale, The following Articles, viz: Loaf and Muscovado Sugars, N. England, W. Island, and Antigua Rum, Cognac, Rhenish and Apple Brandy, Sherry and Malaga Wine, Coffee of a superior quality, Molasses, Ginger and Fig Blue, Young Hyson and Imperial Tea, 400 Boxes Liverpool Salt, Patent Shot, assorted sizes.—And The remainder of his Stock of Dry Goods, consisting principally of articles suited to the present and approaching season, which he will either sell on a credit of 5, 6 and 9 months, for notes negotiable at the Bank of Virginia, with approved endorsements, or barter for Tobacco, Flour or Hemp. Cash given for Tobacco. Richmond, 22d March, 1805.
The subscribers respectfully inform their friends and the public, that they have received their Spring Assortment of Goods , Of the best quality and latest fashions, & will dispose of them on the cheapest terms for cash, viz. Printed Callicoes and Chintzes Laced Cambric Shirts Dimities assorted Silk & Muslin dresses Trish Linens Various Hoods Cotton Cambrics and Nankeens English, French and Italian Silks Cotton & Silk Hose Florentine and Sattins Coloured Cambricks and Laced ditto Best ditto India Muslins of the first quality From Veils and Pie Nice Plain & coloured Marveilles Silk plaid, thread, lace and stockings Superfine Cloths and Cambrics Duch Rape, and a General assortment of Tickets, Corduroys and Velvets Prints Bed Ticks and German Genaburgs Gold & Silver Bullion A general assortment of Leghorn Bonnets Gentlemen's Leghorns Together with a number of other articles too tedious to enumerate. JOHN MILLER & CO. Richmond, 8th May, 1805.
SHAREHOLDERS in the Manchester Turnpike Company, are hereby required to pay to James Brander, treasurer, the sum of three and one half dollars on each share, on or before the 1st of July next. By order of the Directors, James Brander, Clk. 13th May, 1805.
MILINERY. MRS. BUCKNER having commenced business in Manchester in the line of MILINERY & MANTUA-MAKING , respectfully solicits the patronage of her friends and the public. She has on hand at present a small assortment of the articles necessary in that line of business, and shortly expects to receive from New-York an additional supply. All commands from the country will be faithfully and punctually attended to. CASH will be given for Twelve or Fifteen BOYS, From 7 to 15 years old.—Enquire of the Printer
HENING'S New Virginia Justice, Containing the Duties of a Justice of Peace, &c together with a variety of useful precedences, adapted to the laws now in force. Also, forms of conveyancing, such as deeds of bargain and sale, lease & release, mortgage, trust, &c. FOR SALE AT S. PLEASANTS' BOOK-STORE.
W I S K E Y. TALIAFERRO and DICKINSON, near the basin, keep a constant supply of Whiskey, distilled west of the Blue Ridge. Richmond, June 5, 1805. JESSE HOLLINGSWORTH & SON,  county of Henrico, HAVE FOR SALE, Imperial Teas, in qrs chests and boxes, Of late importations and first quality. Hyson, Young Hyson, Hyson Skin, Long and Short Yellow Nankens, Cognac Brandy, 4th proof, old and fine, Jamaica Rum, Sugar, Molasses, Salt, Cologne, Millstones, from 3 ft. 3 in. to 4 ft 9 in, Hand ditto, Plaister of Paris, Bar-Iron and Nail Rods, Castings, Millington and Crowley London Steel, German and Country ditto. Baltimore, May 24, 1805.
TO RENT. A BRICK HOUSE, adjoining the old City Tavern, well calculated for a Dry Goods Store. Apply to Gallego, Richard & Co. May 29th, 1805.
LAND FOR SALE. IN pursuance of an order of the high court of chancery for the Richmond district, will be sold, at Public Auction, on Monday the 15th day of July next, on the premises, A Valuable Tract of Land, On the Little Bird Creek, in the county of Goochland, belonging to the estate of the late William Anderson of London, dec. and known by the name of Messie's ; containing by a late survey, 2,312 1-2 acres, divided into four lots of nearly equal extent; about two thirds of this tract, is now in woods which is good tobacco land, and the part cleared has been but little worn. Terms of sale will be one fourth in ready money & three annual instalments for the balance. Bonds with approved security and a deed of trust upon the land will be required, to carry interest from the date if not punctually paid. Those inclined to view the land before the day of sale, will be shown it by Mr. George Toler or Mr. William Toler , adjoining, who can give information of the manner in which the lots are laid off. BENJAMIN TOLER, Agent in fact for the Executors of William Anderson, dec. Hanover, 3d June, 1805.
BY THE GOVERNOR OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA, A PROCLAMATION. WHEREAS it duly appears to the executive that GEORGE DILLARD , charged by the inquisition of a coroner with the murder of Henry Williamson , late of the county of King and Queen, hath fled from justice—I have therefor thought fit, with the advice of the council of state to issue this proclamation, hereby offering a reward of One Hundred Dollars, to any person or persons who shall apprehend the said George Dillard , and convey him before the coroner or a Justice of the peace for the county aforesaid, to be committed to jail for examination, touching the said murder. And I do moreover enjoin all officers, civil and military, and exhort the good people of the commonwealth, to use their best endeavors to apprehend the said George Dillard , that he may be dealt with as, in such cases, the law directs. Given under my hand as Governor, with the seal of the commonwealth annexed, at Richmond, this 5th day of June, in the (L. S.) year of our Lord, one thousand eight hundred and five, and of the commonwealth the twenty ninth. (Signed) JOHN PAGE.
GEORGE DILLARD is five feet eight inches high, tolerable fair complexion, short black hair, dark eyes, well set, and somewhat droops in the shoulders, slow and soft of speech and of a smiling countenance when speaking, about twenty four or twenty five years of age; when he absconded, he had a large sorrel horse, about five feet high, some white feet, large white spot in his forehead and a snip on the nose. Fifteen Dollars Reward.
IRISH LINENS, &c. We have received by the late arrivals an extensive assortment of 7-8 & 4-4 IRISH LINENS, 5-4 IRISH SHETINGS, 3-4 & 3-4 DIAPERS and DIAPER TABLE CLOTHS... Which in addition to other goods, are offered for sale at our usual low prices. GILLIAT & KIRBY. Richmond, June 14, 1805.
RUNAWAY from the subscriber, a negro fellow by the name of NICHOLAS ; he is about 28 or 30 years of age, he carries a variety of clothes with him, so that it is not in my power to describe them; sometimes wears his hair dyed; is a stout, likely black fellow. I lately purchased him of Mr. Charles Smith of Louisa, who has for several years past hired him out about Charlottesville & Richmond. He has a white wife, named Polly Luck , who lives in Milton, where I expect he is harbored—I will give 20 dollars besides what the law allows, for delivering him to me in Albemarle county, near Hart's store. JACOB DAVIS. 3w
THE following hogsheads of Tobacco, remaining in Todd's Warehouse unclaimed, will be sold, the first day of September, King and Queen court, agreeable to law, viz. Nov 5th, 1799. John Walden, I. W. No. 3 1108 122 935—March 22th, 1800, Anthony Seal, A. S. No. 55 1023 133 890—April 25th, 1800, Moses Pruitt, M. P. No. 37 1113 107 1006—May 16th, 1803, James Page, I. P. No. 96 1346 132 1314. GABRIEL DIX. BENJ. JOHNSON. June 1, 1805.
WASHINGTON TAVERN. BY JAMES EDMONDSON. THE subscriber still continues to keep a house of entertainment for genteel company only. He flatters himself he is as well provided to give general satisfaction as any person in business in the state. There is a mail stage established, which runs from Richmond to his house once a week, and for the accommodation of the public he has an excellent back, horse and driver. Staunton, June 15, 1805.
WILL BE SOLD, On Saturday the 20th July next, for ready money, upon the premises, ONE TRACT OF LAND, Containing by estimation two hundred and forty five acres more or less, lying and being in the county of Buckingham, and joining the lands of Darby Boudurant , James B. Couch , the Widow Tapscott and Fanny Boudurant . This sale will be made by virtue of a deed of trust to me, from Francis Amos , bearing date the twentieth day of July, one thousand eight hundred and two, to secure the payment of fifty six pounds, three shillings and three pence, due to William Walker , of Albemarle county, with lawful interest from the date thereof, and the expense of recording and selling the same. The subscriber being only interested as trustee, will only convey the right vested in him by the aforesaid deed of trust. John Staples, Trustee. Warren, 9th June, 1805.
WILL BE SOLD, For cash, in the town of Milton, at the house of John Watson , on the 15th day of July next, One Tract or Parcel of Land, Containing by estimation 500 acres, be the same more or less.—Also, an undivided one tenth part of the lands and tenements of Bennett Henderson , dec. lying and being in the town of Milton and adjacent thereto.—Also, the following Slaves, to wit: Hannah , a negro woman, Patrick , a boy, Amy , a negro woman, Dick , a negro fellow, and the children of Hannah , herein before named.—Also, the children of Amy , herein before named, which said property is conveyed to me in trust, to secure the payment of a debt due Brown, Rives & Co. and as acting under said trust only for the benefit of others, am only to be considered bound to convey the title vested in me as trustee. Martin Dawson, Trustee. Milton, 11th June, 1805.
TAKEN UP By WILLIAM WINGFIELD in the county of Hanover near Ground Squirrel Bridge , a DARK BAY MARE , supposed to be 3 years old this spring, about 4 feet 7 or 8 inches high, with a colt's mane and tail, a small star in her forehead, and her left hind foot white.—Appraised to fifty dollars, this 15th day of April, 1805. (3w)
HANNAH BARBARY, (A GERMAN INDEPENDENT WOMAN SERVANT,) ELOPED the 5th inst. She is rather of a low stature, stout made, very much pitted with the small pox, dark brown hair, a pleasant countenance (except when displeased). She had a sore on one of her arms, (occasioned by a burn,) and one of her legs, (I think the right) was very sore, when I bought her, and was not quite well. I have been informed that she has been seen about the Armory . I will give the reward allowed by law, for securing her in jail. All masters of vessels and others, are forewarned against harboring or conveying her away. Sam'l. Parsons. Richmond, 6th Mo. 17th, 1805.
REMOVAL. HART AND SOUTHGATE, BEG leave to inform their friends and customers, that they have removed from Main Street to the Corner Store of Mr. Overton's new Building, opposite the Scale House , at the head of the Basin.—Where they solicit a continuance of public favor, and offer for sale a general assortment of GROCERIES, FOR CASH, PRODUCE, or Negotiable Notes Richmond, 27th May, 1805.
TO PRINTERS. Printing Materials for Sale. LONG-PRIMER Pica, English, Double Pica, Two-Lines English, French Canon, Four-Lines Pica, Five-Lines Pica, Seven-Lines Pica, Nine-Lines Pica, Thirteen-Lines Pica, Sixteen-Lines Pica, Nineteen-Lines Pica, Quotations, Foolscap and Demy, Shases, and Cases. PROSSER & MONCUKE. Richmond, March 26, 1805.
Whiskey & Apple Brandy OF good quality, just received from Philadelphia, will be sold for ready money, by the barrel. B. Tate. Richmond, June 10th, 1805.
FOOLSCAP & LETTER PAPER FOR SALE AT THIS OFFICE. For sale at this office
A FRESH SUPPLY OF Lee's Genuine Patent Medicines, Is just received at this office. Manchester, June 1, 1805.
W. WARDLAW, IS now opening at his shop on the Main street in Richmond, opposite Mr. Taylor's Vendue Office, a large importation of MEDICINES, Received directly from London, after a general assortment of SURGEON'S INSTRUMENTS, SHOP FURNITURE, MEPHITIC AIR MACHINES, PATENT MEDICINES &c. &c. It is his intention to keep, at all times, a supply of Genuine Medicines, sufficient to answer the current demand; which will be sold low for cash or on the usual credit to those who will give him sufficient assurances of punctuality. November 20th, 1804.
Just Published and for sale at S. Pleasants' Book store and Printing office, THE TRAVELS OF ANACHARSIS THE YOUNGER IN GREECE During the middle of the fourth century, before the christian era. By the ABBE BARTHELEMY, Keeper of the medals in the cabinet of the King of France and member of the Royal Academy of Inscriptions and Belles Lettres; translated from the French. In four volumes octavo. First American Edition.
THIS work exhibits a complete view of the antiquities, customs, manners, religious ceremonies, laws, arts and literature of ancient Greece, at the period of its greatest splendor. Acknowledged of these has hitherto been only obtainable by a laborious perusal of writers who have been little indebted to join entertainment with instruction. The Travels, of Anacharsis, on the contrary, are so written, that the reader may frequently be induced to imagine he is perusing a work of mere amusement, invention and fancy; till his eyes glances to the bottom of the page, when he perceives there is scarcely a sentence, & not a single fact or circumstance, but is supported by the authority of some ancient author. The amazing number of these quotations, perhaps, at first sight, seem to have been unnecessary, and to have more the appearance of a parade of erudition, than to have any real utility; but it is to be remembered that at the same time that they must be highly acceptable to the man of real learning, by enabling him to refer immediately to the original author, they are extremely useful, nay, we may say, absolutely necessary, even to such readers as can never be supposed to have any intention to consult the authorities quoted; as they clearly show that such an idea or such a circumstance is not merely a decoration or the offspring of the fancy of the author, but immediately taken from some ancient writer; and therefore perfectly accordant to the general scope and plan of the work. Subscribers are requested to apply for their copies.
At the same place may be had, A BRIEF RESPECT OF THE EIGHTEENTH CENTURY, Part first, in 2 volumes...containing, A sketch of the Revolution, and Improvements in Science, Arts, and Literature, during that period. By SAMUEL MILLER, M. A. One of the ministers of the United Presbyterian Churches in the city of New-York; member of the American Philosophical society, and corresponding member of the Historical Society of Massachusetts. These volumes contain an interesting sketch of the Revolutions and Improvements in Science, Arts, and Literature, during that century. Although we have not found leisure to read the Retrospect with a critical eye, yet we have derived much pleasure and instruction from a hasty perusal of it. So far as the attention we have given it has enabled us to form an opinion of its merits, we view it as a very respectable and useful work. The author has been fortunate in both the plan and the execution. He has exhibited proofs of much candor, of indefatigable industry, of extensive research, and of sound and discriminating judgment. These volumes contain more information on the progressive improvement of the eighteenth century, in science, arts & literature, than can be elsewhere obtained by the faithful reading of many years. So judicious a summary of those improvements, was greatly wanted; & so useful a work ought to be added to every private, as well as public library. Gentlemen of liberal and improved minds, who have taken a meritorious pride in encouraging American publications, will we doubt not, cheerfully and generously patronize this. Nothing extant gives so minute, accurate and satisfactory account of the revolutions and improvements in science and literature of the century. (4to)
Buckingham County, May term, 1805. Epperson and Scott, Plaintiffs AGAINST John Johns, jun. and Edmund Johns, Defendants ON the motion of the plaintiffs by their counsel, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that the defendant John Johns, jun. is not an inhabitant of this state. It is ordered and decreed, that unless the said defendant John Johns, jun. shall appear here on or before August term and answer the bill of the plaintiffs, that the court will then proceed to take the said bill for confessed, and decree the matter thereof accordingly; and that a copy of this order be forthwith published in some public newspaper of the city of Richmond for two months successively and another copy be posted at the courthouse of the said county. A copy—Teste, Rolfe Eldridge, jr. d. c.
VIRGINIA: In the Superior Court of Chancery, holden in Richmond, BETWEEN William Randolph, Plaintiff, AND John Chaffin,  Tinsley, James Tinsley,  Thomas Tinsley, Isaac & William Tinsley,  Jenny Tinsley, and Zelica Tinsley, children of the said Tinsley, and Daniel Wilson, Defendants.
THE defendants Tinsley, James Tinsley, Thomas Tinsley, Isaac Tinsley, William Tinsley, Jenny Tinsley and Zelica Tinsley not having entered their 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 they are not inhabitants of this country; on the motion of the plaintiff by his counsel. It is ordered, that the said defendants do appear here on the first day of the next term and answer the bill of the plaintiff; and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some newspaper published in the city of Richmond for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the capitol in the said city. A copy—Teste, P. Tinsley, Clk.
Ready made PENS for sale here.