Virginia Argus (Richmond, Va.), 1804-03-10 00:00:00

The VIRGINIA ARGUS.
[Vol. XI.] A FREE PRESS MAINTAINS THE SOVEREIGNTY OF THE PEOPLE. [No. 1122] RICHMOND:—PRINTED (ON WEDNESDAYS AND SATURDAYS) BY SAMUEL PLEASANTS, JUNIOR, ON THE MAIN STREET, A FEW DOORS WEST OF THE BRIDGE.
[FOUR DOLLARS PER ANNUM—PAID IN ADVANCE.] SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 1804. [12 1-2 CENTS SINGLE]
Advertisements, not exceeding a square in length, are inserted in this paper for seven-five cents the first time; three dollars for three weeks (6 times); and for every additional insertion thirty-three cents. Long ones in the same proportion—unless a special contract be made by the year.
Louisa County, February Court, 1804.
Henry Carter and Fanny his wife late Fanny Clarkson, Joseph Dull and Lucy his wife late Lucy Clarkson, Thomas Jones and Catherine his wife late Catherine Clarkson, John Clarkson, and James Clarkson, Charles Clark, Francis Hodges and Elizabeth his wife late Elizabeth Clark, Stephen Foster and Nancy Foster by Thomas Gardner their guardian and next friend, Sally Johnson, Benjamin Johnson, Polly Johnson, Charles Mellock, Susanna Mellock by Joseph Sanford her guardian and next friend, William Ford and Anne his wife late Anne Mellock, William Hailey, Charles Hailey, Agatha Hailey, Henry Hailey, George Hailey, Mary Mellock, Agatha Mellock, and George Mellock, heirs of George Mellock, deceased, plaintiffs.
John Dickinson, Frederick Harris and William Turner, defendants.
IN CHANCERY.
The defendant Dickinson, not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that said Dickinson is not an inhabitant of this state: It is ordered and decreed by the court, that the said Dickinson do appear here on the second day of May court next to answer the complaints; and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some of the Richmond newspapers for eight weeks successively, and published at the front door of this courthouse on some court day.
A copy, Teste, JOHN POINDEXTER, c. c.
VIRGINIA: At a Court continued and held for Halifax county, the 24th day of August, 1803.
Isaac Medley and Nancy his wife, late Nancy Cook, Robert Carter and Unity his wife, late Unity Cook, John Cook, Edmund Cook, Jarratt W. Cook, Elizabeth F. Cook, Richard Claiborne in right of his late wife Sally Cook, Parsey Cook and Rebeckah Cook by Elizabeth Cook their guardian, and Richard Cook by Isaac Medley his guardian, heirs and legal distributees of John Cook, dec. plaintiffs.
Henry Cook, administrator of John Cook, dec. defendant.
IN CHANCERY.
The subpoena in this cause having been duly executed, and the defendant failing to answer the plaintiff's bill within the time by law prescribed after the filing of the same: Therefore, on the motion of the plaintiffs by their counsel, the said bill is taken for confessed; and it is decreed and ordered, that the plaintiffs recover against the said defendant the sum of one hundred pounds current money, the value of the land in the bill mentioned, unless the said defendant shall show cause to the contrary at or before the next quarter session in court to be held for the said county in November next, he being first duly served with a copy of this decree.
A Copy, Teste, BERRYMAN GREEN, D. C. H. C.
VIRGINIA: At a Court continued and held for Halifax county, the first day of December, 1803.
Isaac Medley and Nancy his wife, late Nancy Cook, Robert Carter and Unity his wife, late Unity Cook, John Cook, Edmund Cook, Jarratt W. Cook, Elizabeth F. Cook, Richard Claiborne in right of his late wife Sally Cook, Parsey Cook and Rebeckah Cook by Elizabeth Cook their guardian, and Richard Cook by Isaac Medley his guardian, heirs and legal distributees of John Cook, dec. plaintiffs.
Henry Cook, administrator of John Cook, dec. defendant.
IN CHANCERY.
It appearing to the satisfaction of the court, that the defendant is not an inhabitant of this state: On the motion of the plaintiffs by their counsel, It is ordered, that the decree entered in this cause on the twenty-fourth day of August last, be made final, unless the defendant do appear and show cause to the contrary at or before the next court next; and that a copy of the said decree and this order be forthwith inserted in some one of the newspapers published in the city of Richmond, for two months successively, and also posted at the front door of the courthouse of this county.
A Copy, Teste, BERRYMAN GREEN, D. C. H. C.
At a Court held for Buckingham county, the 9th day of January, 1804.
Robert Smith, Plr. James McDowell and Samuel Rogers, Defs.
IN CHANCERY.
The defendants 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 state: On the motion of the plaintiff by his counsel, It is ordered that the said defendants do appear here on the second Monday in April next, and answer the bill of the plaintiff; and that a copy of this order be forthwith published in one of the public newspapers printed in the city of Richmond, for two months successively, and also posted at the front door of the courthouse of this county.
A Copy, Teste, ROLLING BRANCH, D. C. H. C.
NOTICE.
ALL persons having claims against the estate of Cornelius Eller, dec are desired to come forward immediately—and those indebted, are also requested to make immediate application, to the EXECUTORS, 35 Chesterfield, March 2, 1804.
To cover, the ensuing season, at my stable in Chesterfield county, near Goodle's and Bevil's Bridges, the high-bred, well-known English, Racer
DRUID,
A CHESNUT, elegantly formed, near sixteen hands high, twelve years old—His performances have been equal to any horse in England, as will appear by reference to the Racing Calendars—He will be let to mares at SIX GUINEAS the season, which may be discharged by the punctual payment of Twenty Dollars during the season; Three Guineas the leap, to be paid down; and Ten Guineas insurance, and One Dollar to the Groom in each case—the insurance money demandable, if the property of the mare be changed after the first of August next, at which time the season will expire.—Good and extensive pasturage, and the board of boys sent with mares. Mares may be fed at the usual price of grain, and servants boarded, gratis.
February 22d, 1804. THOMAS BRANCH.
DRUID was bred by Earl Grosvenor, and got by Poropoocoo (son of Eclipse) his dam (the famous Maid of Oaks) by King Herod; his granddam, Rarity, by Matchem; his great granddam, called Snap Dragon, by Snap; his great, great granddam, by Regulus; his great, great, great granddam, by Bartlett's Children; his great, great, great, great granddam, by Honeywood's Arabian, out of the dam of the two True Blues.
DRUID started (for the first time) at New-Market, in the Craven Meeting, 1793, for a Sweepstakes of 500 guineas each, (4 subscribers) and ran a dead heat with the Duke of Bedford's Top Gallant, brother to Sky Scraper, who the same day beat Lord Egremont's Gohanna for another Sweepstakes. In the same Meeting, Druid won a Sweepstakes of 1000 guineas each, (3 subscribers) beating the Duke of Bedford's Hydrus.
In 1794, New Market Craven Meeting, Druid won a Sweepstakes of 500 guineas each, (3 subscribers) D beating the Duke of Bedford's Top Gallant; and in the same Meeting won the second class of the Oatland Stakes of 50 guineas each, (21 subscribers) beating Kit Carr, Excelsior, Buzzard, Coriander, Gohanna, Heroine, Patriot, and several others.
In 1795, he only started once, being used chiefly as a trial horse. In 1796, New Market first Spring Meeting, he won a Sweepstakes of 200 guineas each, (4 subscribers) beating Mr. Churchill's Poet, and giving him 19lbs. the two middle miles. The day following he won a plate of 50l. beating Lord Sackville's Silver Mr. Wilson's Eliza, and Mr. Lord's Mulespinner, the round course, 4 miles. Eliza afterwards won the King's Plate, and a great subscription at York.
In 1797, Druid won the second class of the Oatland Stakes, beating Vireo, Spread Eagle, and many others. He also won the main of the Oatland Stakes, beating the famous horse Bennington.
In 1798, Druid won a 50l. Plate at New-Market; beating Sir C. Bunbury's Grey Hound and Mr. Gardner's mare, the round course—and won the Duke of Marlborough's Plate at Oxford, beating Mr. Lade's Truss. 3 mile heats. W3t
ADMIRAL NELSON,
EIGHT years old last spring, a beautiful well formed brown bay horse, imported last fall by William Lightfoot, Esq. and now his property, fifteen hands three inches and a half high, full of strength, health and vigor, and inferior to no horse either for speed or bottom; of fine bone and muscle and unspotted activity; Will stand at my stables this season, in Powhatan county, 20 miles above Richmond, on James river, and will be let to mares at Three Guineas the leap, paid down, and Six the season, with 5l. to the groom; but the season may be discharged by the payment of 20 dollars on or before the 1st November. The season will end 1st August. Good and extensive pastures gratis, and servants found while attending their mares. No responsibility for involuntary escapes or accidents.
This horse has not run many races, but his performances will sufficiently justify the opinion of Lord Grosvenor and his son, who certify that they considered him the best three year old in England, which may be seen under their hands and seals.
In October 1798, at New-Market, he won a sweepstakes of 1440 guineas, 12 subscribers at 200 guineas each, half forfeit, colts carrying 8 stone 3lbs 8 stone, beating Sir Harry, Mr. Cookson's b. c. by Sir Peter, Mr. Perrin's b. c. Young Javelin, Sir Francis Standish's b. c. Split Pigeon—5 to 4 against Admiral Nelson. 7 to 4 against Sir Harry, 6 to 1 against Split Pigeon, and 10 to 1 against Young Javelin.
In 1799 he won a sweepstakes of 1600 guineas, 14 subscribers at 200 guineas each, beating Lord Egremont's b. c. by Preaker, out of Bob Tail, Mr. Perrin's b. c. Javelin, and Mr. Gollings's Roaster—3 to 1 on Admiral Nelson. In 1800, he got so much injured in his practice that he did not come on the turf again until 1803, when he won a purse of £50, 4 mile heats, beating several fine horses—See Sporting Magazine for this year.
PEDIGREE.
ADMIRAL NELSON was bred by Lord Grosvenor, got by John Bull, and foaled in 1795; his dam Olivia, by Justice; her dam Cypher by Squirrel out of Fribble's dam, by Regulus—See Supplement to the Stud Book, page 51.
JOHN HARRIS. N. B. Notes for the six guineas must be sent with the mares. W3m
Life of Washington.
SUBSCRIPTIONS for this valuable work are received by Samuel Pleasants, Jr.
The beautiful and thorough bred Horse,
DUNGANNON,
Imported by John Tayloe, Esq. of Mount Airy, WILL stand the ensuing season, at my house, in New Kent county, and will cover mares at the moderate price of Four Dollars the leap, and Twelve Dollars the season; which may be discharged by the payment of Eight Dollars, if paid by the 10th of August, at which time the season will expire.
Good and extensive pasturage gratis, but I will not be answerable for escapes or other accidents. Mares may be fed at the usual price of grain, and servants boarded, gratis.
WILLIAM MEAUX. Near Holt's old Forge. (w2m)
PEDIGREE.
I do hereby certify, that the Bay Colt I sold John Tayloe, Esq. of Mount Airy, was bred by me, and is now three years old; was got by Dungannon; dam by Conductor; granddam (first) by Squirrel; great granddam (Helen) by Blank; great great granddam by Crab, out of an own sister to Old Partner.
P. O'KELLY, (Seal) Dated Cannon, Middlesex, Sept. 1st, 1797.
I do certify the above to be the pedigree I received from Mr. O'Kelley, of any imported colt Dungannon, sold this day to William Harris and Paul Thilman for Five Hundred Guineas. I have sold him out of training, intending to have run him here for to-morrow's purg.
JOHN TAYLOE. Tappahannock, May 14, 1799. The High Bred Imported Horse
SILVER,
NOW in high health and vigour,—will stand at my stable in the county of Pittsylvania, about two miles from the courthouse, the ensuing season, commencing the 1st of March next; and will cover mares at TWENTY DOLLARS, payable the 1st of October next, which may be discharged by the payment of Five Pounds, if paid by the 1st day of August next, at which time the season will expire; TEN DOLLARS the single leap, to be paid when the mares are covered, and TEN POUNDS to ensure a colt, to be forfeited if the mare is parted with before it is ascertained whether she be in foal or not. Excellent high and low ground pasturage gratis, and gentlemen may have their mares fed with grain if required at the current price. Servants boarded gratis, and particular attention will be paid to the mares, but I will not be responsible for accidents or escapes.
PEDIGREE.
SILVER is a beautiful Dapple GREY, five feet two inches high full of bone, proportionable shape, symmetry, and fine action, and is a sure and excellent foal getter:—He was got by Mercury, who was got by Col. O'Kelley's Eclipse, out of a Tartar Mare; his dam was the famous Herod Mare, bred by Lord Millington; his granddam Young Hag by Stin; his great granddam Hag, by Crab; his great great granddam Ebony, by Children; his great great great granddam Ebony by Baily; his great great great great granddam by the Beryk Turk; his great great great great granddam by Leeds's Arabian.
PERFORMANCES.
SILVER, in the second October meeting, 1793, carrying 8lb. beat the Duke of Bedford's Golden Rod, 8lb. one mile, for 50 guineas.—In the second Spring meeting, 1794, 8lb. 3lb. he beat W. Taylor's St. George, 8lb. 7lb. two miles, for 200 guineas.—In the second Spring meeting, 1794, 8lb. 5lb. he beat Mr. Howorth's Anthony, 8lb. half mile, for 100 guineas.—In the July meeting, 1794, he won 600 two miles, beating the Duke of Grafton's Grouse, Lord Oxford's Bruiter Lord Grosvenor's Execliman, Lord Clermont's Paymaster and Lord Egremont's Seagal.—In the first October meeting, 1794, 8lb. he received 20 guineas from Lord Egremont's Seagal, 8lb. 7lb. one and a half miles, for 200 guineas.—In the second October meeting, 8lb. 2lb. he ran a dead heat with Lord Egremont's Seagal, 8lb. 1lb. one and a half miles.—In the second October meeting, 1794, he won a handy cap plate, two miles, bearing the Duke of Grafton's Garland, Lord Egremont's Cinnabar, Sir Charles Bunbury's Robin Gray, Mr. Taylor's Helmer, Duke of Queenbury's Bay Fully, by Diomed, and Lord Richfield's Quetlavara.—In the Craven meeting, 1795, 8lb. he beat Lord Darlington's St. George, 8lb. 4lb. 4 miles, for 300 guas.—In the first Spring meeting, 1795, he won the main of the Oatlands Stakes, 200 guineas, each two miles, beating Mr. Wilson's Bennington, Mr. Holmes's Gabriel, and the Duke of Queenbury's Pecker.—In the Houghton meeting, 1795, 8lb. 4lb. received forfeit from Mr. Bowe's Volunteer colt, 7lb. one mile, for 100 guineas.
I have the General Stud Book and Racing Calendars for '93, '94 and '95, and certificates from a number of respectable Gentlemen, to prove what is above asserted of Silver.
WILLIAM TUNSTALL, February 12th, 1801. (owt; J.)
N. B. Notes of hand will be expected with the mares put by the season, for Twenty Dollars, dischargeable as above. W. T.
JOHN WINSTON AND STANHOPE ROYSTER,
Take this method of informing their friends and the public in general, that they have just commenced the
Hatting Business,
in the city of Richmond, on the main street, opposite the Bell Tavern, where they intend carrying on the same in all its various branches—they assure the public their commands shall be attended to with punctuality and dispatch, and hope from their assiduity to merit a share of their patronage.
November 5th, 1803. [e60m]
BY virtue of a deed of trust executed to me by William Clement of the county of Amelia, for the purpose of securing a certain debt due from said Wm. Clement to Samuel Ford and Pinkethman D. Booker, acting adm'rs of Isham Clement, dec. will be exposed to sale, for ready money, at Chingquin church, on Saturday the 31st day of this month, (March.)
A Tract of Land,
Lying in the said county of Amelia, adjoining the lands of Pinkethman D. Booker, Allen Burton, Samuel Allen, &c containing by estimation 200 acres, or as much thereof as will be sufficient to satisfy the debt mentioned in the said deed.
JOHN WILY, Trustee. Amelia, March 9, 1804. W3t
Lost, a Tobacco Note,
Inspected at Brey's Warehouse, the 5th January last—No. 1172, 184, 1244, Nett. I will give a reward of Two Dollars to any person who will deliver the said note to me, or the inspectors at the said warehouse, notifying at the same time, it will not be legal for any person to purchase the said note, as I shall take the legal mode of law directed. (w3t) JOHN JORDAN. Goochland, 21st February, 1904.
The Tract of Land,
WHEREON the subscriber now lives, containing 710 acres, within one mile of Lunenburg courthouse, and on the waters of Couch's creek; 600 acres of said land is in woods, the balance is cleared and in fine order for cropping. The buildings and other improvements are excellent, and the land generally good. The terms will be made easy; one half of the purchase money will be required on giving possession, and the balance in twelve months.
JOSEPH SMITH. Lunenburg, 22d Feb. 1804. W3t
Advertisement.
TAKEN up and committed to the jail of Washington county, a runaway negro man, about 5 feet 8 or 9 inches high, supposed to be between 30 and 40 years of age, says his name is JERRY, thin visage—had on when bro't to jail a drab colored coat, blue overalls, and with him a number of clothes, among which is a broad rib'd dimity jacket. He says that he belongs to John Walker a Cherokee Indian, and was sold to the said Walker by a Mr. Teel of Tennessee. He was committed to the jail of this county the 11th day of December last. The owner is requested to come and prove his property, pay charges and take him away.
JAMES LONGLEY, Jailor. Washington county, Virginia, Jan. 9th, 1804. W3m
Bartlett Still,
IS OPENING A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF FANCY GOODS,
In the house formerly occupied by Mr. William Mewburn, next door to Messrs Ellis & Allan, viz. Chintzes and Calicoes; Lace Cloaks and Veils; Fine Laces and Edgings; Lustreings and Satins; Silk Mullins; Italian Crapes; Feathers and Flowers; Fashionable Ribbands; Silk and Cotton Trimming; Satin Umbrellas; Gloves and Glove Ties; Moleskin Vest Patterns; Plated Ware and Jewellery; Fine Guns and Pistols; Gold and Silver Watches and Clocks; warranted Gold and Silver Trimming, new patterns; Gunpowder Tea and Spanish Segars, of a superior quality.
N. B. B S offers his services to his friends and the public to transact
Vendue & Commission BUSINESS.
Those who may please to favor him with their business may depend on good treatment, as great exertions will be made to give satisfaction. PRODUCE and GOODS STORED and delivered on the shortest notice. Richmond, 14th Dec. 1803. W6m
The marks, numbers,
&c. of a hogshead of Tobacco lodged and stored with Thomas Holton, in the city of Richmond. Hoz. No. 143 168 1447. Marked on each head with blacking S. K.
The above hogshead of Tobacco has been lying in the subscriber's warehouse upwards of two years—The owner is requested to apply for it. THOMAS HOLTON. Richmond, Feb. 29, 1804. W4t
SEEDS.
The subscriber respectfully informs the public, that he has just received a supply of
Red & White Clover Seed,
Lucerne, Timothy, Ryegrass and Sainfoin, Which is warranted to be of the last summer's growth.
He has likewise, a general assortment of
PEAS, BEANS, CABBAGE, LETTUCE, RADISHES, &c.
From London, per the ship Shepherdess, now selling at his Seed Store, Main Street. MINTON COLLINS, Richmond, Feb. 28, 1804. 1m
TWENTY DOLLARS REWARD.
RUN away from the subscriber on Saturday the 19th of February, 1804, a dark mulatto man called BILLY, 24 or 25 years of age, 5 feet 6 or 7 inches high, a thick head of hair, which he combs up, and little inclined to be bowlegged, is very polite and conversant, and no doubt will attempt to pass as a free man; he is a good waiter and an excellent hostler, the latter occupation he is very fond of. I have reason to believe he will make for the county of Fauquier, having a brother in that county the property of Mr. Pickett; his dress consisted of a round blue jacket, with blue and drab pantaloons, a pair of boots and a leather hat, and carried off other clothes. I will give the above reward to any person who will deliver him to me in Hanover county near Newcastle, or secure him in jail so that I get him again. All masters of vessels and others are forewarned from carrying him out of the state on their peril. THOMAS BLAKEY. Feb. 21, 1804. tf
CONGRESS.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
FRIDAY, February 24, 1804.
The house went through the post office bill, and after making several amendments thereto, ordered it to a third reading on Monday.
The house went into a committee of the whole on the bill declaring the assent of Congress to an act of the state of North Carolina.
Having considered the bill the committee reported it, and the house ordered it to a third reading to-morrow.
Mr. Findley, from the committee of elections, to whom was referred a memorial of Andrew Moore, respecting the election of Thomas Lewis, a sitting member, made a report, which, after stating the bad votes given for each of the candidates, concludes with the opinion that Thomas Lewis is not and that Andrew Moore is entitled to a seat in the house. Report made the order for Wednesday.
MONDAY, Feb. 27.
Mr. Elliot, from the committee to whom was referred the petition of Benjamin Edmons, made the following report.
The petitioner, in behalf of himself and sixty associates, inhabitants of the state of Vermont, prays that Congress would grant to them, for the purpose of settlement and cultivation, a tract of the territory lately acquired by the United States, on the west side of the Mississippi, near the mouth of the Ohio, of six miles square, on such terms and conditions as the states composing the Union have heretofore granted their lands to settlers, or as Congress shall deem proper.
While the committee feel no disposition to express an opinion favorable to the prayer of the petitioners, they believe it would be improper to grant it at the present moment. Without presuming to anticipate the course which it may be the interest and policy of the United States to pursue, in the disposition of the public lands in the territories west of the Mississippi, they beg leave to recommend that the further consideration of the prayer of the said petitioner be postponed until the next session of Congress. Agreed to.
The house went into a committee of the whole on the resolution of Mr. Kennedy to lay out the money collected for the relief of seamen in the ports wherein it is collected.
The committee, after some discussion of the resolution, rose and obtained leave to sit again.
Mr. Randolph, from the committee of ways and means reported a bill making appropriations for carrying into effect the convention between the United States and Spain of the 12th of August 1802. Referred to a committee of the whole house.
The post office bill was read a third time and passed.
Mr. Thomas moved a resolution, declaring that the acceptance by John Smith of a seat in the Senate, had vacated his seat in the house, and instructing the Speaker to inform the Executive of New York of the vacancy. Agreed to.
Mr. Leib presented a bill to amend the charter of George Town, which was made the order for Wednesday.
The consideration of the report of the joint committee on an adjournment of Congress was postponed to Friday.
The house went into committee of the whole—Mr. Varnum in the chair—on the report of a select committee on the memorial of Tennessee, &c.—which concludes with a resolution for the appropriation of dollars to defray such expenses as the President may sanction for holding any treaty or treaties with any nation of Indians south of the Ohio, to extinguish Indian rights.
On motion of Dr. Dickson the blank was filled with 15,000 dollars.
A debate then ensued on the resolution, which was supported by Messrs. Dickson, Lyon, G. W. Campbell, Alston, Blackledge and Holland; and opposed by Messrs. S. L. Mitchell, R. Griswold and Gregg—when the question was taken, and the resolution negatived—Ayes 39—Nees 50
A FRESH SUPPLY OF
Patent Medicines,
Is just received and for sale at this office—including Cough Drops, Pectoral Pills, Eye Salve, Cordial Restorative Balsam, Essence & Extract of Mus and, Antiscorbutic Tincture, Volatile Tincture, Herb Tobacco, Aromatic Snuff, Pepper mint Lozenges, Botanical Tea, James' Powders, warranted Tooth Powder, &c. &c. Feb. 24. orw
BANK BILL.
THE act passed by the General Assembly of Virginia, for establishing a Bank in the City of Richmond, is just published and for Sale at this office.

WASHINGTON CITY, March 2.
We may anticipate without much presumption, that the nominations of President and Vice President, made by the Republican members of Congress, will be universally acceptable to the friends of liberty throughout the union. It would be a work of supererogation to attempt any eulogium upon the political deportment of THOMAS JEFFERSON. It may suffice to say that before his country called him to the exercise of the first office in its gift, he was emphatically denominated the man of the people; and that in the discharge of the high duties of his station, he has demonstrated that the honorable epithet was not misapplied. Power has not corrupted a heart, or impaired an understanding, both of which have through a chequered life been actively engaged in rendering services to his fellow men. Many individuals have distinguished themselves in advocating the liberties of their country before they attained high political places; but few have preserved, in the possession of power, an unabated zeal for the public welfare. Be it the characteristic distinction of Thomas Jefferson, that his political principles have never changed; and that in power, as well as out of power, his patriotism has shone with equal splendor. While in the retirement of private life, his love of equal rights and simplicity of manners were not greater than they have been since he assumed the chair of state; and while the world around him has been in a state of mutation, it is his distinction to have remained the same. Who more fit to preside over the destinies of a republic than such a man? This is the language, not of servility, but of esteem; and supported, as it is by the sentiments of the friends of liberty throughout the United States, it presents a memorable refutation of the dogma that republics are ungrateful. The truth is, that they are generally grateful, but that few public men, elevated to the highest offices, so deport themselves as to deserve that gratitude, which ought only to be conferred by the people on their greatest benefactors.
GEORGE CLINTON is nominated as Vice President. So far as events have arisen to try his principles, he too has earned the distinguished meed of an uniform and unabating devotion to liberty. The trying junctures of the revolution found him at his post; and the great principles it gave birth to have had in him an inflexible, an uncorruptible, an enlightened advocate. In the state, of which he is a citizen, he has, in every vicissitude of her politics, stood a rock against which the waves of party have dashed in vain. Firm, cool, collected, plain in his manners, and assiduous in the discharge of duty, he is beloved by his friends, and esteemed by his enemies.
These are the men, fellow citizens, you are invited by your representatives to make the depositaries of your confidence; of a confidence scarcely less honorable to you than to them.
FREDERICKSBURG, March 6.
The Annual Meeting of the Subscribers to the Female Charity School in this town, took place on Saturday last, when the Girls belonging to the Institution were examined in their different acquirements, which was highly satisfactory to a numerous audience. They appeared in habits of their own spinning. After the examination, and the ordinary business relating to the institution was finished, an appropriate Oration was delivered by John W. Green, Esq.
CHARLESTON, Feb. 13.
FIRE!
Yesterday morning about six o'clock, the southern double range of brick stores on Roper's wharf, in this city, was discovered to be on fire. The flames had got to so considerable a height before they were discovered, that it was impossible to get them under before the whole of the range was burnt or pulled down. That wharf and its stores are in the possession of Messrs. Waring and Smith, factors: the stores contained near a thousand barrels of rice, and upwards of 700 bales of long staple cotton; of the former it is supposed upwards of 400 barrels are destroyed, and near 400 bales of the latter. This property belonged to different planters and merchants, the eastern end of the range was occupied by Messrs. Waring & Smith, Mr. Thomas Bell, and Messrs. Alex. & John Corrie, as counting houses; nothing was saved out of these but their papers & books. We have no information to say positively to what this unfortunate circumstance is owing; however there is no reason to believe it was done designedly. We cannot now present an exact account of the losses, nor the names of the owners of the property, but we understand the greatest losers are Messrs. Nathaniel Hayward, L and W. B. Mitchell, Gordon and Miller, and Colonel Fishburn. Messrs. Waring and Smith are also very considerable sufferers.
PETERSBURG, March 6.
FIRE!!
On Saturday morning last, the dwelling house of Col. GEORGE HUFFIN, in Prince George county, was consumed by fire, together with some valuable household furniture.
It behoves the citizens of Petersburg to be upon their guard, and to observe the greatest circumspection and vigilance, or
this place will meet with a calamity as dreadful as that which has befallen Norfolk. It seems, that lately two attempts have been made to set fire to the town; one on Saturday night last, and again on Sunday morning, about 10 o'clock, a negro woman was discovered in the act of kindling a parcel of straw and combustible matter under the sill of a house in Cross Street, nearly opposite Mr. Brewer's tavern, and had she not fortunately been caught in the nefarious and diabolical attempt, it is probable one half of the town would have been destroyed, as the wind blew very fresh. The woman has been committed to jail, and we trust will receive the punishment the heinousness of her crime deserves.
NORFOLK, February 29.
At the time of the late dreadful conflagration in this place, it was to have been hoped, that not an individual could have been found but would have lent cheerfully an helping hand to aid and assist at the relief of the distressed; but we are sorry to learn, that under this pretext several have oppressed the oppressed. It has been discovered that in many discovered that in many places where property has been found, as though deposited, the persons having it in possession have attempted to exact from the unfortunate sufferers large demands as a reward for the preservation. If we can trace the names of those very humane citizens and citizens, we shall not fail to afford them (without reward for our labors) a conspicuous column in the Herald, although it will be only the type of a monument to perpetuate their principles of christianity and philanthropy.
By virtue of a deed of trust, executed to the subscriber by John Dixon of the city of Richmond, for the purpose of securing the payment of a debt or debts, due from the said Dixon to Granville Smith and George Williamson, as executors to the estate of Thomas Smith, dec. who was executor to the estate of Francis Smith, Esq. dec. will be exposed to SALE, to the highest bidder, for ready money, at Hanover courthouse, on Wednesday the 28th inst. being Hanover court day, a certain tract or parcel of
LAND,
lying in the said county of Hanover, contiguous to the courthouse, on both sides of Machum's creek, containing six acres, with a water grist MILL thereon, by
DAVID BULLOCK, Trustee.
March 9, 1804.
A Proclamation.
BY authority of the President of the United States, a reward of 500 dollars is hereby offered to any person or persons, who shall apprehend and secure in some jail within the United States, or deliver to the commanding officer of any military post within the United States, or its territories, JAMES WOODS, charged with the murder of a Cherokee Indian, in Buncombe county, in the state of North Carolina, on or about the 14th day of January last. Said Woods is about thirty or thirty three years of age, five feet nine or ten inches in height, is stout and well made, has thick sandy hair and beard, and a fair complexion, has at times worked at the silver-smith's trade, and has left a wife at Pigeon settlement, near where the murder was committed. Given at the War-Office, City of Washington, the 1st day of March, 1804. H. DEARBORN, Secy of War.
Mrs. TROIN,
HAS the honor of informing her friends and the public, that she intends to open a SCHOOL of the FRENCH LANGUAGE for young ladies, where they shall be carefully instructed in the following useful and elegant branches of education—Orthography, Reading, Writing and Plain Work, Drawing, Embroidery, Cyphering, Marking, History and Geography. Young ladies from the country boarded on the following terms, 150 dollars, each lady to find her own bedding.
Mrs. Troin respectfully assures those parents who may honor her with their confidence, that her whole and undivided attention shall be devoted to her pupils, being solicitous to render their studies equally pleasing and profitable. Apply to Mrs. Troin, on the Hill, near Mr. Wm. M'Kim's and Mr. Burton's. Richmond, March 6th, 1804.
On the fifth of March the subscriber intends opening
A Grammar School,
At the former residence of Mr. William Dan-dridge in the county of New-Kent. The situation in point of health, is as eligible as any on or near the river in the country from whence the subscriber's father, and family lately removed. It is therefore to be presumed that his friends in the county of Goochland who wish to favor him with their patronage will not be discouraged therefrom, through the fear of sending their sons to an unhealthy, because somewhat lower part of the country. Confident there will be no objection as to the situation, the subscriber proceeds to give a short sketch of what falls within his present plan. The Latin, Greek, and English Languages will be taught grammatically; Geography, History and Astronomy will also form a principal part of the system contemplated, which together with Reading, Writing and Arithmetic include the whole course of instruction proposed by the subscriber during the present year. His terms for board and tuition are, one hundred dollars, to be paid quarterly in advance; tuition only for a Latin or Greek scholar, thirty dollars; the same for Geography, History and Astronomy; for the remaining three lower branches fifteen dollars; none of which money will be expected until Christmas, and then of those only who wish to make different arrangements for the ensuing years of those who continue twelve months from the commencement, no compensation whatever will be required until the end thereof. His terms being known, the subscriber cannot close this advertisement without a few remarks upon the course he intends to pursue. During the year there will be frequent examinations, to which gentlemen of the neighborhood (patrons of the subscriber) will be regularly invited. This he conceives to be the more effectual means of exciting a degree of emulation among the different classes. At these examinations also, parents will have an opportunity to judge of the progress of their children. The vigilance and care of the tutor will likewise be awakened, his most active exertions called forth, with the hope of giving entire satisfaction to each individual.
BOWLER BYLTON. P.S. The subscriber wishes to receive as boarders, boys between the ages of eight and sixteen, being at present unprovided for the reception of youths of a more advanced age. B. H.
The Virginia Argus.
RICHMOND:
SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 1804.
TOASTS, drank at the Bell Tavern, on Monday, omitted in our last.
By Mr. G. W. Smith.—Oppressed humanity—Relieved by imports, not by exports.
By Mr. Brooks.—The oppressed patriots of Europe—
"When e'er oppression lifts his iron hand, He strikes our brethren in a foreign land."
By Mr. Solomon Jacobs.—The memory of Benjamin Franklin, who arose in America like the morning star, to announce the approach of freedom. This toast, through mistake, was put down in Wednesday's Argus to Mr. Brooks.
A Literary Society established at King and Queen courthouse, and called the King and Queen Investigating Society, convened on Saturday the third of March, in order to celebrate the election of Thomas Jefferson to the Presidency of the United States, agreeably to a resolution entered into at a previous meeting; when CHARLES SMITH delivered an appropriate Oration to the Society, and a number of ladies and gentlemen, who had assembled to participate in the feast of reason and of liberty. After the Oration was delivered the company retired to the Tavern, where a dinner had been prepared, and appointed Richard Bayham, President, and Silas M. Noel, Vice President of the day; when the following TOASTS were given.
 1. The day we celebrate—May the blessings derived from it, be commensurate with time and space. 3 cheers.  2. Thomas Jefferson. 6 cheers.  3. Congress of the United States. 3 cheers.  4. The Louisiana territory—May patriotism flourish under the influence of her genial climate. 3 cheers.  5. Our native land—"Where liberty is there is my country." 3 cheers.  6. Agriculture, Commerce and Manufactures. 3 cheers.  7. The instructors of youth—May their meritorious exertions meet with a due reward. 3 cheers.  8. The 4th of July, 1776. 5 cheers.  9. The King and Queen Investigating Society. 3 cheers.  10. James Monroe—The upright patriot and enlightened negotiator. 3 cheers.  11. The memory of the sage and enlightened patriots Samuel Adams and Edmund Pendleton. 3 cheers.  12. The heads of departments—May they continue to merit the confidence and support of their country. 3 cheers.  13. A speedy reformation in the politics of our sister states of New England. 3 cheers.  14. Governor Page. 3 cheers.  15. A speedy relief to our suffering brethren in Norfolk. 3 cheers.  16. The proposed amendment to the Federal Constitution—May it succeed notwithstanding the opposition of designing ambition.  17. The American Fair—Though last, not least. 3 cheers. 
The evening was spent with the greatest degree of order and decorum, and throughout the whole, the highest congeniality of sentiment was apparent.
TO THE FREE-HOLDERS OF HANOVER COUNTY.
AS it is a time of refinement and purification in politics, and as the sentiments of Candidates for public offices ought to be known, that, if correct, they may be approved; and if incorrect, condemned—It may not be improper in introducing myself to the people, to follow the example of others by publishing something like a political creed. The motto of Democracy being principles, and not men, profession of the former, and not a declaration of attachment to the latter, may be expected. Government is an infringement on the natural rights of man, and, in this sense, may be considered an evil; but such is the unhappy condition of humanity, that the surrender of a portion of its rights is indispensably necessary for the security of the rest:—that government then, in which the surrender and reserve of rights are judiciously made, is a moral good—in ascertaining the quantum of rights, which ought to be surrendered, and the balance, which ought to be retained, consists the wisdom of the science of constructing governments. It is evident that that is the freest government, in which the fewest rights are surrendered; and that the happiest government, in which the smallest surrender is accompanied with sufficient energy to protect the portion of rights reserved. All governments exist by the people, and all governments ought to exist for the people. More wise and fortunate than other nations generally, we have used our power, virtue and wisdom in the establishment of political institutions, calculated to promote national and individual prosperity—but these institutions are to be preserved; and that, too, I believe, only by the forming power—The work of creation is perhaps less difficult than that of preservation. The one is the effect of a single act, the other the effect of a repetition of acts, formed into habit, and an unwearied disposition to act—It is, therefore, politically, of the last importance, that, at the periodical recurrence of elections, the people should unite to their power, virtue and wisdom; for, in proportion as they relax in these, will corruption and ambition, evils co-existent with man, act, increase, and it may be, finally prevail.
For the preservation of free government I believe it essentially necessary that no law, inconsistent therewith should exist; and it is perhaps equally necessary that all laws, consistent with the political compact, under which the citizens assume themselves, should be promptly executed. Laws, which transgress constitutional limits, change the government by encroaching on the rights reserved by the citizens, and thus the government by its power becomes destructive of the objects, which it was instituted to preserve. On the other hand, the government, the just laws of which are not executed, fails to protect those rights, and thereby suffers their exposure to destruction by the power or powers, against which it was instituted to preserve them. It appears then, that unconstitutional laws destroy our rights; whilst the inexecution of constitutional ones suffers their destruction; & consequently that disobedience to laws authorized by the political compact and sanctioned by the people, tends as certainly to change and destroy the government, as obedience to those which are unconstitutional—It therefore seems to me to be of primary importance not only to guard against unconstitutional measures, but also to conform to those which are constitutional. If there exist constitutional laws, which the citizens consider inexpedient, let them be repealed; but if there only exist laws, which they think expedient, let them be obeyed—For, on this being done, depends, in one view, the existence of free government; which may be justly defined a government of laws.
As time and circumstances may permit, some further remarks, declaratory of the author's political sentiments, and including their propriety, may be made—in the event of a favorable concurrence of circumstances he may become a Candidate at the next election of members to the State-Legislature. Should determination succeed suspense, his name shall be subscribed to an address to his fellow-citizens, on the subject.
J. FREE-HOLDER OF HANOVER COUNTY. March 1st, 1804.
Extract of letter from a Student at William
Mary, to his correspondent in
county. The character of Bishop Madison, is an interesting one. In his life and habits he is perfectly systematic and regular; in his disposition, placid and indulgent; in his manners, the perfect gentleman; and in point of scientific knowledge, he is undoubtedly a finished scholar.—As a tutor, he certainly stands in the first rank. He strives with indefatigable zeal to open and expand the mind of the student, and his manner of illustrating is plain, intelligible and convincing. In his opinions of every kind, he is liberal and indulgent. The priest is buried in the philosopher, for he embraces no opinion that philosophy will not justify. With a perfect knowledge of mankind, he is at once able to discover virtue and merit wherever they exist—qualities which he treats with respect in every condition of life, while their opposite vices meet with his invariable neglect and disapprobation."
A CANDID CONFESSION.
"While many nations of the elder world are convulsed by revolution, menaced with dangers, or groaning under servitude, we are leading quiet and peaceable lives, and like the unhappy Zidians, we dwell at once "careless and secure." No inquisitor summons our sectaries to the stake, and in no cell of America has the clank of religious chains yet been heard. No Turkish Sultan abridges life by a nod, and no lama of superstition, tortures the credulity of ignorance, or affronts the discernment of wisdom. Though discord has hurled her brand among the nations, against the conflagration of war, we have had the whole Atlantic as a ditch."
[Port Folio.]
When Mr. Dennie writes such bold truths as these, and his copious publish them, we are not without our hopes, that the Royalists are returning to their sound senses, and intend, gradually to shake hands and fraternize with the good citizens of America.—At the rate Mr. Jefferson goes on, he will, inevitably, convert his most inveterate enemies, into friends and honest republicans.
(Augusta Chron.)
BANKS.
The Legislature of Massachusetts have come to a resolution, imposing a tax on all banking associations.
In the house of Representatives of the same state, General Knox obtained leave to lay on the table the following resolution:
"Resolved as the opinion of this house, That, in future, the incorporation of any bank ought not to be granted, but with the following restrictions:—First, No bank to commence discounts until one year after an act shall be passed for that purpose: Second, No bank to commence discounts until evidence shall be given that the whole of the capital shall have been paid in, and is actually existing in specie in the vaults: Third, That evidence shall be produced that the entire capital in specie in any bank has been imported from foreign countries after its incorporation, and before its operation."
If what a writer of eminence has said be true, viz. "that a merry nation must be a happy one," the American people must be the happiest on earth. The federalists have laughed incessantly for some years. Mr. Jefferson's philoso-
phy has been the principal butt of the joke; yes, the President of the United States is obliged to bear the degrading epithet of a philosopher! O mirabile dictu! a philosopher! (that is, a person having great knowledge in the works of his Creator; such a mean creature, for instance, as a NEWTON, or a FRANKLIN!) It is astonishing that Mr. Jefferson is not ashamed of such a title, especially when assailed so powerfully, by the keen edge of federal wit.
The account of Louisiana, communicated by the President, has for some weeks kept the federalists grinning most facetiously. The mountain of salt, described in that communication has almost overpowered them with laughter; and the minor wits among our Connecticut Editors have devoted their papers almost exclusively to the burlesque of Mr. Jefferson's salt mountain. Perhaps they are wise in this instance; as it requires an immensity of salt to make their insipid matter palatable. Candid men of that party, however, begin to think seriously of this fact, and are ashamed of the misplaced ridicule of the federal wits. These subaltern champions of error, however, pursue the game; and though their merriment is sometimes interrupted by a dismal groan from COLUMBIAN, or some of his imitators, when a delinquent federalist is dismissed from office, they resume their laughter at every measure that is calculated to advance the prosperity of the nation.
No honest republican, who possesses the least visible propensity, can look upon this foolish, ill-timed mirth of the federal wits, without feeling, himself, an inclination to laugh at them. Thus, while the federalists laugh at wisdom, and are laughed at for their folly, we become a merry nation, and the natural inference is, a happy one. It is a singular excellence in our administration, that while it secures liberty and peace to the people, it keeps them good humored and cheerful. It is an incontrovertible evidence that they are not oppressed: for where oppression is, the people will be sullen, gloomy and unsocial. (Republican Farmer.)
The governor of Massachusetts has, by proclamation, appointed Thursday the 15th of April next, as a day of public fasting and prayer throughout that commonwealth.
[TRANSLATION.]
PARIS, 15 Vend 12 year.
The Minister of Exterior Relations, to Mr. Livingston, Minister Plenipotentiary of the United States.
Sir, The minister of marine and the colonies in announcing to me that the captain of the frigate Laquei, employed at Riessingen, had remarked that the documents on board the American vessel the Superior, capt. Sylvester Wilson, were not drawn up in the forms required by the convention of the 8 Vend. 9th year, concluded between France and the United States, observes to me that several other American vessels, which have lately entered the ports of the republic, had not papers in any better order.
The present circumstances and the analogy existing between the American and English tongues, induce the minister of Marine to wish that the vessels of the United States may be furnished with more regular documents in order to prevent every sort of difficulty.
Will you, sir, be pleased to communicate these observations to your government, that it may take the necessary measures, in order that its vessels may experience no difficulty on their arrival in the ports of France, and in order that nothing may alter the good harmony which prevails between the two nations.
Accept, Sir, the sentiments of my high consideration, (Signed.) CH. MAU. TALLEYRAND.
We are told that the unfortunate and mysterious Miss McDowell, whose misfortune has excited so much public solicitude is now in this city, under the protection of several worthy members of the society of Friends.
(Phil. pub.)
From a Philadelphia Paper.
DEATH OF DR. PRIESTLY.
The death of this great and good man has already been announced to the public, but, as the manner in which he left this world, furnishes a striking proof of the importance of religious principles, and the efficacy of Xian hope, not only his particular friends, but sincere Xians in general, will be gratified by a brief recital of what took place during the close of the illness which terminated in his death.
It is true that Dr. Priestley differed in opinion from the generality of Xians on several doctrinal points; but heartily concurred with them in a belief of the existence, perfections, and providence of Almighty God, the truth and excellence of Divine Revelation, the Messiahship of Jesus, the necessity of holiness in heart and life, and a future state of righteous retribution at the second coming of Christ.
His general conduct thro' life and particularly on many great and trying occasions, sufficiently proved how much he was influenced by these great principles; yet the force of them was still more conspicuously displayed during his late illness and particularly during the last days of his life. He died not with resignation merely, but with cheerfulness, considering death, after an useful and well spent life, as necessary to enable him to enter on a

new and enlarged sphere of action, as the laborer does sleep at night to enable him to perform the duties of another day.
Since his illness at Philadelphia, in the year 1801, he never regained his former good state of health. His complaint was constant in digestion and difficulty of swallowing food of any kind. But during this period of general debility, he was busily employed in printing his Church History and the 1st vol. of his Notes on the Scriptures, and in making new and original experiments. During this period likewise, he wrote his pamphlet of Jesus and Socrates compared, and reprinted his essay on Phlogiston.
From about the beginning of Nov. 1803, to the middle of January 1804, his complaint grew more serious: yet, by judicious medical treatment, and strict attention to diet, he after some time seemed, if not gaining strength, at least not getting worse; and his friends fondly hoped that his health would continue to improve as the season advanced. He, however, considered his life very precarious. Even at this time, besides his miscellaneous reading, which was at all times very extensive, he read through all the works quoted in his comparison of the different systems of the Grecian Philosophers with Xianity; composed that work, and transcribed the whole of it in less than three months. So that he has left it ready for the press. During this period, he composed, in one day, his 2d reply to Dr. Linn.
In the last fortnight of January, his fits of indigestion became more alarm- ing, his legs swelled, and his weakness increased. Within two days of his death, he became so weak that he could walk but a little way, and that with great difficulty: for some time he found himself unable to speak: but on recovering a little, he told his friends that he had never felt more pleasantly during his whole life time, than during the time that he was unable to speak. He was fully sensible that he had not long to live; yet talked with cheerfulness to all who called on him. In the course of the day, he expressed his thankfulness at being permitted to die quietly, in his family, without pain, and with every convenience and comfort that he could wish for. He dwelt upon the peculiarly happy situation in which it had pleased the divine being to place him in life, and the great advantage he had enjoyed in the acquaintance and friendship of some of the best and wisest of men in the age in which he lived, and the satisfaction he derived from having led an useful as well as a happy life. He this day gave directions about printing the remainder of his notes on scripture, (a work, in the completion of which he felt much interested) and looked over the first sheet of the third volume, after it was corrected by those who were to attend to its completion, and expressed his satisfaction at the manner of its being executed.
On Saturday the 5th, he was much weaker, but sat up in an arm chair for a few minutes. He desired that John XL chap. might be read to him—he stopped the reader at the 45th verse, dwelt for some time on the advantage he had derived from reading the scripture daily, and recommended this practice saying, that it would prove a source of the purest pleasure. "We shall all (said he) meet finally; we only require different degrees of discipline suited to our different tempers, to prepare us for final happiness." Mr. —— coming into his room, he said—"you see, sir, I am still living." Mr. —— observed, "that he would always live." "Yes, I believe I shall: we shall meet again in another and a better world." He said this with great animation, laying hold of Mr. ——'s hand in both his own. After evening prayers, when his grand children were brought to his bed side, he spoke to them separately, and exhorted them to continue to love each other, &c. "I am going (added he) to sleep as well as you; for death is only a good long sound sleep in the grave—and we shall meet again."
On Monday morning, the 6th of February, on being asked how he did, he answered in a faint voice, that he had no pain, but appeared fainting away gradually. About 8 o'clock he desired to have three pamphlets which had been looked out by his directions the evening before. He then dictated as clearly and distinctly as he had ever done in his life, the additions and alterations which he wished to have made in each. Mr. —— took down the substance of what he said, which was read to him: He observed, "sir, you have put it in your own language; I wish it to be in mine." He then repeated over again, nearly word for word, what he had before said, and when it was transcribed, and read over to him, he said, "That is right, I have now done."
About an half an hour after, he desired that he might be moved to a cot.—About ten minutes after he was moved to it, he died; but breathed his last so easily, that those who were sitting close to him, did not immediately perceive it. He had put his hand to his face, which prevented them from observing it.
He was born on the 24th of March, 1733.
Mak the perfect and behold the upright: For the end of that man is peace.
EXTRACT OF A LETTER FROM THE LATE DR. PRIESTLY TO DR. LOGAN, DATED January 25th, 1804.
"By means of various illnesses I am reduced to a state of extreme debility, and if the swelling that began at my feet, which has now reached my knees, should continue to advance as it has done, my continuance here cannot be long. But I have lived a little beyond the usual term of human life, and am content and thankful."
Few persons, I believe, have enjoyed life more than I have done.
Tell Mr. Jefferson that I think myself happy to have lived so long under his excellent administration; and that I have a prospect of dying in it. It is, I am confident, the best on the face of the earth, and yet I hope to rise to something more excellent still.
Fever in England. —It appears, from late London papers, that a fever of a deadly and malignant nature, rages in the town of New Castle, (Eng.) The victim is seized with a violent pain in the forehead, which is quickly followed by a stupor, and in a short time he is reduced to a very weak condition. It had become so alarming, that the magistrates had taken notice of it, and had ordered out the fire engines, with instructions to wash every lane and alley, on the Quay side, completely clean.
FROM A LATE LONDON PAPER.
A NEW WHEAT. The increasing ardor and spirit of the gentlemen Farmers of Ireland, has been exemplified in a very superior degree, at the Cattle exhibition, lately held in Dublin, by the unexampled demand for a new species of wheat, which may well be considered a kind of phenomenon in the vegetable world. From its novelty in this country, it has not yet acquired any rank in any branch of botanical classification, at least generally known or alluded to, but its properties, if the future effects shall invariably answer the first experiment in this country, will amply compensate all the expenses of its culture, as well as the original prime cost of the seed, viz. 10 guineas per stone.
The original seed, imported by a servant of the late Thomas Whaley, Esq., on that gentleman's Jerusalem expedition, was at first taken notice of by a Mr. Doran, of Francis street, an eminent experimental farmer and distiller. That gentleman's account of the various branches of his experiment, as communicated to the numerous crowds of admiring spectators of the sample he produced, at the expedition of the Duke of Leinster's, in Leinster street, stands critically as follows:—He sowed about two stone and a half of what he calls Jerusalem wheat, in the space of an haggard, at Clonsilla, in the county of Dublin, about August last, after a previous crop of Vetches; this seed he had dibbled by two men and four children, the whole expense of labor amounting to no more than 7s. British; in the last reaping season it exhibited stalks of seven feet in length, bent considerably at top by the weight—a bunch of ears, on an average, from 42 to 45 in number to each stalk, and each ear containing generally from 150 to 190 large round grains of wheat, almost transparent through a film, resembling a skin or husk; its color only approached the tans wheat, so well known in this country. The stalks formed into reeds, filled with a white pulp, from their strength towards the root, were forced to have been cut about two feet from the surface of the soil. The straw, or rather reed, Dr. Doran got cut with a machine, and served to horses as a substitute for oats, on which they greedily fed, and seem to thrive on it as well as on their usual food. The general produce of wheat, respecting the seed, was ten barrels wanting six pounds; on grinding, the proportion of bran, respecting the flour, was three pounds of the former to one barrel of the latter.
MORAL. When we examine the various characters and distinctions amongst men, if any of them claim our pure love, friendship and esteem, it is the man who possesses the general traits of genuine benevolence; and it is he who is entitled to our first and highest encomiums; for benevolence is a principle of the heart, by and through which we receive the pleasure resulting from true inward happiness, the continuance of which will last until we cease to draw the vital spark, and until the indiscriminating hand of death summons the soul from its tabernacle of clay, to wing its course through the atherial skies, to the blessed mansions above, the residence of those whose virtues and perfections have crowned their heads with laurels of immortal glory; let us never withhold from the memory of those men, the praises which their virtues may have obtained, but suffer the apologies of human nature to plead in their behalf—as perfection on this earth, has not nor never will be obtained; the wisest as well as the best of men have erred, humanum est errare .—The benign influence of this godlike attribute benevolence , has a powerful tendency, when it operates upon the vicious mind, to eradicate therefrom the sting of vice and immorality, with which it has been poisoned.—To do a good action is the benevolent man's secular study, and to promote the felicity of his fellow creatures, his supreme delight. It is not so much his inquiry, who are, as where are the objects of pity and compassion, but to inform him is meritorious, because their wants are immediately meliorated by the administration of his help and assistance. The benevolent man harbors not a malicious thought, neither doth he take pleasure in exposing the faults of his fellow men; he is contented in concealing them from a slanderous world, and admonishing them, in secret. "Happy the man who inherits this virtue: his days are days of pleasantness, and all his paths are peace."
The magistrates of a northern town in England have fixed in all public places of
resort the following, painted on a board, in large letters:
"TO THE LADIES." "Genteel women, who amuse their idle hours in working, frequently throw scraps of linen and cotton of various kinds into the fire. It is requested, most humbly, that every lady will reserve these trifles, and direct their maid servants to sell them, because the so doing will prevent £60,000 being annually exported to other countries for the importation of old rags to make paper, and which, in consequence, will become cheaper."
The following letters were found in a Welsh church over the ten commandments, and remained upwards of a century unexplained. As a couplet of poetry making use of only one of the vowels, it commands admiration.
P R S V R Y P R F C T M N, V R K P T H S P R C P T S N. To solve the enigma, add one vowel, and use it as found necessary.
Laws of the U. States.
AN ACT Supplementary to an act, intitled "An act to incorporate the inhabitants of the city of Washington, in the District of Columbia."
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the act intitled "An act to incorporate the inhabitants of the city of Washington, in the District of Columbia, except so much of the same as is inconsistent with the provisions of this act, be and the same is hereby continued in force for and during the term of fifteen years from the end of the next session of congress."
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That the council of the city of Washington, from and after the period for which the members of the present council have been elected, shall consist of two chambers, each of which shall be composed of nine members, to be chosen by distinct ballots, according to the directions of the act to which this is a supplement; a majority of each chamber shall constitute a quorum to do business: In case vacancies shall occur in the council, the chamber in which the same may happen shall supply the same by an election, by ballot from the three persons next highest on the list, to those elected at the preceding election; and a majority of the whole number of the chamber in which such vacancy may happen shall be necessary to make an election.
Sec. 3. And be it further enacted, That the council shall have power to establish and regulate the inspection of flour, tobacco and salted provisions, the gauging of casks and liquors, the storage of gun powder, and all naval and military stores, not the property of the United States, to regulate the weight and quality of bread; to tax and licence hawkers or pedlars, to restrain or prohibit tipling houses, lotteries and all kinds of gaming; to superintend the health of the city; to preserve the navigation of the Potomac and Anacostia rivers, adjoining the city; to erect, repair and regulate public wharves, and to deepen docks and basins; to provide for the establishment and superintendence of public schools; to licence and regulate, exclusively, hackney coaches, ordinary keepers, retailers and ferries; to provide for the appointment of inspectors, constables and such other officers as may be necessary to execute the laws of the corporation; and to give such compensation to the mayor of the city as they may deem fit.
Sec. 4. And be it further enacted, That the levy court of the county of Washington shall not hereafter possess the power of imposing any tax on the inhabitants of the city of Washington.
NATHL. MACON, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JOHN BROWN, President of the Senate pro tempore. February 24, 1804. APPROVED. TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT For the relief of the captors of the Moorish armed ship Meshouda and Mirboba. Be it enacted, by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the sum of eight thousand five hundred and ninety-four dollars and fifty cents, being one moiety of the value of the armed ship Meshouda, captured by the frigate John Adams, commanded by capt. John Rodgers, and restored to the Emperor of Morocco, be, and the same is hereby appropriated for defraying the expense of prize money due to the captors; and that the further sum of seven hundred and thirty-eight dollars, and twenty-five cents, be, and the same hereby is appropriated for defraying the expenses incurred for the said ship, whilst in possession of the captors.
NATHL. MACON, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JOHN BROWN, President of the Senate, pro tempore. February 24, 1804. APPROVED, TH: JEFFERSON.
Family Flour. A CONSTANT supply of FLOUR, of a superior quality, for family use, kept for SALE, by GEORGE WATT, Richmond, 5th March, 1804.
Lawyers' Declarations For Sale here.
Just received and for Sale, at S. PLEASANT'S Book Store,
A REPLY TO ARISTIDES, By JAMES CHEETHAM, Author of the Narrative, the View, Antidote to Wood's Poison, &c. &c.
Also, a few copies of a Pamphlet, entitled REMARKS ON THE "Merchants' Bank," Respectfully submitted to the Legislature of New York—By JAMES CHEETHAM.
A man who writes a plain hand, is in want of employment. A line addressed to A. B. and left with Mr. Samuel PLEASANTS, Jr. will be attended to. March 9, 1804.
NOTICE.
THE PARTNERSHIP OF Duke & Lockheart, WAS by mutual consent of the parties, dissolved on the 10th day of January last—Those to whom the said firm is indebted, will please call on John Lockheart for payment, and those indebted to the firm will please call and pay their respective balances to the said John Lockheart, who alone is so authorised to receive payment and grant discharges. JOHN LOCKHEART. Richmond, March 8, 1804.
NOTICE.
THAT I HAVE committed the entire management and transaction of my business to my brother Robert B. Payne, of Columbia, and county of Fluvanna; and authorised him, and him only, to settle and adjust on my behalf, the debts owing to or by the estate of Richard Cooke, late of Fluvanna—Accordingly to him the said Robert B. Payne, those having claims upon the said estate, will bring them forward for adjustment; and those indebted to it make payment, which they are requested to do without delay. POLLY I. COOKE, Executrix of Richard Cooke, dec. Fluvanna, 15th Feb. 1804.
WILLIAM TEMPLE,
HAS FOR SALE, 100 gross black QUART BOTTLES, packed in hds containing 2 1/4 gross each—100 Kegs WHITE LEAD, ground in oil, containing 200 lbs. each—50 Kegs SPANISH BROWN—500 Sacks SALT—21 Bales best TWILL SACKING, containing 6859 yards—4 chests 44 Irish LINENS, containing 50 pieces each, assorted, from 18d to 4s 6d sterling, of the bleach of Stephenson, which by all who know them are preferred—1 chest 54 Irish SHEETINGS, containing 25 pieces, assorted, from 18d to 3s sterling—2 Bales INDIA COTTONS. Richmond, 8th March, 1804.
NOTICE.
THE Election for Common Council men and Aldermen for the city of Richmond will commence on the 1st Wednesday in April next, agreeable to an act of the General Assembly. I. WHITELAW, Sergeant of the city of Richmond. March 7, 1804.
N. B. The places for holding the Election in Jefferson ward, at the court house of said city—in Madison ward, at the Eagle Tavern—in Monroe ward, at Judge Wythe's new tenement, nearly opposite to the dwelling house of Mrs. Braxton. J. WHITELAW, Sr.
At a meeting of the Commissioners
appointed by the Legislature of this commonwealth, to receive subscriptions in the city of Richmond, under "An act for incorporating the BANK or VIRGINIA"—present, Edward Carrington, (Chairman) Joseph Gallego, Robert Pollard, George Jefferson, P. N. Nicholas, John Brockenbrough, Thomas Rutherford, Benjamin Hatcher and James F. Leitch.
1st. Resolved, that Books be opened at the Capitol, on the first Monday in May next, to receive subscriptions pursuant to the said act. 2d. Resolved, with the consent of the Treasurer of the state, that the payments be made in the Treasury office, and that the persons so paying, upon exhibiting the Treasurer's receipt, shall be admitted to subscribe their names on the commissioners' books. 3d. Resolved, that Edward Carrington, Joseph Gallego and John Brockenbrough be appointed a committee to notify the foregoing resolutions in two public gazettes of this city, once a week, from the present time till the first Monday in May next. EDWARD CARRINGTON. JOSEPH GALLEG. JOHN BROCKENBROUGH. 15th March, 1804.
[w. t. m.] For the mutual accommodation of the Treasurer and the persons meaning to subscribe, the Treasurer will receive the money at any time previous to the day appointed for opening the Books by the commissioners.
SALES AT AUCTION.
Will positively be SOLD, On Monday next, the 12th instant, without reserve, for ready cash, by the subscribers, at their Vendue-Office, for the benefit of the Underwriters, the following
Two Bales India Goods, Damaged on board the schooner Franklin, Capt. Kelly, from New-York. Marked P. M. One Bale Gurrahs, containing 100 pieces, 18 by 9-8. One ditto Emeries, 125 ps. 15 by 1. PROSSER & MONCURE, v. ms. Richmond, March 8, 1804.
LOST OR STOLEN,
OUT of my pocket book, about the 20th day of January last, in Richmond, or on the road between there and Westham, a BOND, executed to me by James Ternan of Richmond, for 300 dollars, dated as well as I recollect, the fourth day of January, 1804, payable in 12 months after date.—All persons are forewarned from trading for the said bond, and any person that may have found it, will be pleased to give me such information as will enable me to get it again, and he shall be amply rewarded for his trouble, by Wm. HANSFORD. Buckingham, 5th March, 1804.
JUST RECEIVED,
At S. PLEASANT'S Book-Store, Richmond, a very elegant assortment of the best
PEN-KNIVES,
Which will be sold by the dozen or single. Richmond, 20th February, 1804.
The famous high-blooded English horse,
HAMBLETON,
Bred by the Duke of Grafton, a beautiful bright bay, near sixteen hands high, of high form and elegance, rising thirteen years old, in good health and great perfection, imported last spring by William Lightfoot, Esq. of Charles City county, and now his property, will stand the ensuing season at the subscriber's, in Charles county, five miles below the courthouse, and three from Boulden's old stores, to cover mares at Six Guineas the season, for which a note will be required, dischargeable by the payment of Twenty Dollars, at any time before the 10th of August next, when the season will expire, with One Dollar to the groom for each mare, paid at the stable door—Good and extensive pasturage, well enclosed, with a creek and branches running through, the flat land affording as good forward pastures as any in this part of the country. gratis. Servants that may be sent with mares will be boarded without charge, and mares fed, if required, on reasonable terms. The utmost attention paid and care taken to prevent accidents, but will not be responsible for any that may happen. HENRY LESTER. March 5, 1804. wtf
PEDIGREE.
HAMBLETON was got by Dunganon (one of the best sons of O'Kelly's famous Eclipse, who was esteemed to be the best horse of his day, and covered at fifty guineas,) his dam by Snap, sister to Jupiter, bred by Mr. Cross 1773—her dam (young Marske's dam) by Blank, Sirling, Miss Mazett, by Partner, Greyhound, Curwen, Bay Barb, Lord D'Arcy's Arabian, Whittleshi, old Montague mare. Thus it appears he descended from the best running stock in England.
PERFORMANCES.
This horse ranks very high as a racer, both for speed and bottom, as he proved successful in twenty races before he left the turf, four of which he walked over, none venturing to start against him. In 1794, at Hambleton, Yorkshire, on Wednesday May 14th, he won a sweepstakes of ten guineas each, for 3 year olds, six subscribers, two miles, bearing Mr. Bethell's b. f. by Magnum Bonum, Pierce's f. by Young Marske, Turner's Confederacy, and Craddock's ch. c. Leicester. At York he won 50l. for three year olds, bearing Lowther's b. c. Griffin, Crompton's ch. c. Ambush, Shepherd's Madcap, Clifton's b. c. Cedar, and Garforth's ch. c. even betting on Ambush against the field. At Manchester in June, he won 50l. for three year olds, two mile heats, bearing Foreigner and Loyalist. At Stockton September 20th, he won a sweepstakes of twenty guineas, each, five subscribers, then Sir H. Williams's property, formerly Mr. Hutchinson's, bearing Highflyer, out of Wren, and Turner's Delphine. In 1795, Hambleton won five times, to wit—a handicap plate of 50l. two mile heats, to four years old, bearing Insect, Blacklock, and Watkins's b. c. five years old. At Edinburgh July 20th, he won his majesty's plate of 100 guineas, four years old, four mile heats, bearing Piccadil—and on the 23rd walked over the ground for 50l. all ages—and on the 24th 50 guineas for all ages, four mile heats, bearing G. G. G. c. Archer, 6 years old, Mr. Peacock's ch. c. Farmer, and Mr. Wilson's Creeping-Kate. At Dumfries in October, he won 50l. bearing Lord Darlington's b. m. Constant. In 1796, Hambleton won at Kelso, 5th October, a purse of 50 guineas, bearing Mr. Baler's Black Cock. In 1799 he won eight times, to wit—at Middleham, in Yorkshire, a sweepstakes of 10 guineas each, five subscribers, 3 mile heats, bearing Merry Lad and Arthur. At Edinburgh on Wednesday the 26th, 50 guineas for all ages, bearing Eliza Fox and Bessey. On Friday 28th, the ladies subscription purse of 50 guineas, bearing Fletcher's Jane. At Montrose in Scotland, August he walked over the ground for a 50l. plate—and also walked over the ground for a subscription of 50l. At Kelso, October 16th, for a plate of 50 guineas, he walked over the ground—and also his majesty's 100 guineas given to the Caledonian Hunt, for any horse, &c. carrying 12 stone, four mile heats, then six years old, he won against Mr. Wentworth's Trimwhist, Piermont's Trummer aged, and Kincaid's Hector aged—and Saturday following a purse of 50l. given by the Hunt, free for any horse, &c. bearing Farewell and Roliker. At Carlisle he won 100 guineas of Mr. Sitwell, bearing his b. f. by Meteor. In 1798, he won at Edinburgh, August, 50l. for all ages, bearing Maxwell's Arab, and Mr. Maule's Hi poppamus. At Montrose he won a plate of 50 guineas, for all ages, bearing Pinforth and Confusion. See the Racing Calendars for the foregoing years. WILLIAM LIGHTFOOT.
NEW PUBLICATION
Just received and for sale at S. PLEASANT'S Book-Store, Richmond, THE NEW AMERICAN CLERK'S MAGAZINE, AND Young Conveyancer's Pocket Companion. CONTAINING
All the necessary forms of—Articles of Agreement, Bonds, Bills, Recognizances, Leases and Releases, Letters and Powers of Attorney, Awards, Bills of Sale, Gifts, Grants, Assignments, Mortgages, Surrenders, Jointures, Covenants, Copartnerships, Declarations, Letters of License, &c. With necessary directions for making Distresses for Rent, &c. as the law between Landlord and Tenant now stands. The whole made conformable to the Laws of the United States, and adapted more particularly to the state of Virginia. Price one dollar—bound and lettered.
Notice.
THE Copartnership of SHIPHARD & BENDLE is this day dissolved by mutual consent. All persons having claims against the concern are desired to bring them forward in order to receive payment; and all those persons indebted to them are requested to make immediate payment to either of the partners, by note or otherwise, as no further indulgence can be given. JAMES SHIPHARD. THOMAS BENDLE.
Thomas Bendle, Saddler,
BEGS leave to inform his friends and the public in general, that he intends carrying on the business in all its various branches, as heretofore, in the house opposite the Eagle Tavern, and formerly occupied by Capt. William Austin. He returns his sincere thanks to his friends and the public for the encouragement hitherto received, and hopes by a strict attention to business, to merit the continuance of their favors. Richmond, 20th February, 1804.
Thomas Bendle, Saddler,
BEGS leave to inform his friends and the public in general, that he intends carrying on the business in all its various branches, as heretofore, in the house opposite the Eagle Tavern, and formerly occupied by Capt. William Austin. He returns his sincere thanks to his friends and the public for the encouragement hitherto received, and hopes by a strict attention to business, to merit the continuance of their favors. Richmond, 20th February, 1804.

Twenty-Five Dollars Reward. RUN away from the subscriber living in Goochland county, a very likely negro man named SAM, who calls himself SAMUEL CONNER, about 24 or 25 years old, low but stout made, of a yellowish complexion, one of his upper fore teeth out, his dress chiefly of Virginia cloth, with a green Durants short coat; he is very sensible, and can read, and write so as to be understood some words. He will endeavor to pass for a freeman, and I expect will procure a pass of his own or from some one else. I expect he will go up or down James river, but I rather think up, about Lynchburg, or some other town on James river. Whoever takes up the said negro and delivers him to me, or secures him in jail so that I get him again, shall receive the above reward, and all reasonable expenses for delivering him to me at home. Sept 3d, 1803. 3w* &f EDWARD COX.
N. B. I expect he will change his name and dress.  FOR RENT, Several Tenements, On the main street on Shockoe Hill, calculated for Grocery Stores. Immediate possession may be had. For terms, apply to HARDIN DAVIS. 3d March, 1804.
FOR SALE, A Negro Woman, Of twenty-four years of age, with two children, who is a good washer, seamstress and pastry cook. For terms, apply to THOMAS TAYLOR & CO.
Robert Gamble & Son, Are receiving by the ship FAME and other arrivals from Europe, a general assortment of  MERCHANDIZE, Suitable to the season—which they are disposed to sell on moderate terms for cash, country produce, or to punctual customers, on the usual credit. Having a large and convenient WAREHOUSE, calculated to store flour, &c. those who may confide country produce to their care, are assured, that their endeavors will be used to give general satisfaction, and their charge for storage, &c. will be reasonable. Richmond, 17th Oct. 1803.
NOW IN THE PRESS OF T. NICOLSON And will be re- d for delivery in the course of April, May and June next, THE  MARRIED LADY'S COMPANION, or  Poor Man's Friend. IN FOUR PARTS. I. An address to the married Lady who is the Mother of Daughters. II. An address to the newly married Lady. III. Some important hints to the Midwife. IV. An essay on the management and common diseases of Children. By SAMUEL K. JENNINGS.
The title and heads of this work are considerably expressive of its nature and design. Each part contains moral reflections adapted to the characters for which they are intended; but they compose in the whole, a medical book of such sort as necessarily interests every family. The plan is conducted with all possible simplicity and plainness, and will be found a very great convenience to the Ladies. It will be printed on a neat plain Type, and good Paper, and it is supposed will contain two hundred and forty pages of a duodecimo size. The price to subscribers, if neatly bound, will be 6s. if in boards, 4s. 6d. As soon as the work is finished, the subscribers may apply to Mr. Nicolson, and others with whom they may make their subscriptions, who, on receiving payment, will deliver to them their books. A number of copies will be deposited with Mr. Samuel Pleasants and other book sellers; from whom the public may be supplied. The author flatters himself, that his work will be found a very useful one. Having submitted his manuscripts to the inspection of several respectable and judicious men, he is encouraged to venture this publication in favor of himself. He is well aware, that the composition may be calculated for uselessness, and yet for want of being pushed forward into public notice, it may lie dormant on the book-seller's shelf. As his chief design was to be beneficial to his fellow citizens, he is determined to spare no pains which may be necessary to circulate his books; and they will therefore probably be offered for sale at most of the courthouses of the upper counties of the state of Virginia. He thanks the patriotic gentlemen of the two houses of legislation, who gave him friendly encouragement, and calculates on their influence in their respective counties, so far as the merit of the performance may deserve their aid. SAMUEL K. JENNINGS. February 5, 1804. 3m
Notice. THE partnership of John Moore and Joseph Weir, under the firm of JOSEPH WEIR & CO is this day dissolved—and all persons indebted to said firm are requested to settle and pay their respective accounts to the subscriber in Fincastle, who will settle with them for the same—and all persons having demands against said firm will call on him for payment. Jan 20th, 1804. 3w JOHN MOORE. Virginia, Charlotte County, January 19th, 1804. SIR, As you have moved out of this state, and left no agent known to me, you will please to take notice, that I shall on the 24th, 25th and 26th of April next, at Charlotte courthouse, proceed to take the depositions of the witnesses in a suit brought by myself and others, against you, in the county court of Charlotte, at which time and place you may attend or not, as you please. SAMUEL A. JACKSON. Mr. JOHN DAVIS.
Fifth Requisition. BY order of the Board of Directors of the Manchester Turnpike Company, the Stockholders are hereby required to pay the further sum of seven and an half dollars, on each share, into the hands of the Treasurer, on or before the first day of April next. JAMES BRANDER, Clerk. Manchester, 6th Feb. 1804. (1M1.)
A Valuable Lot For Sale WILL BE SOLD, on the premises, on Saturday the 17th instant, at 4 o'clock P M one LOT, known by the No. 631, adjoining the lot of William Moseley, Esq.—Terms of sale one half cash, and the residue to be paid in 60 days with satisfactory security to insure punctuality. Any person disposed to treat for the lot at private sale, will apply to Mr. Spotswood Linton Esq. who is authorised to sell the same, & for which an in-spursable title will be made. Richmond, March 1, 1804. tds
Notice is hereby given, that I intend to petition the worshipful court of Albemarle, for a discontinuance of part of the road that runs from the river at the broad crossing place, through my plantation. GARLAND CARR. 19th Feb. 1804. (4m)
ROBIN REDBREAST, WILL stand at my stable in Chesterfield county, to cover mares the next season—The performance of this horse on the turf for the time he ran in England, was equal to any horse imported into this country. In getting him out of the ship at City Point, he fell and was much hurt, but is now so well recovered that there can be no doubt of his being in high perfection by the spring. Terms will be made known before the season commences. THOMAS GOODE. December 21, 1803.
ROBIN REDBREAST was got by Sir Peter Teazle, his dam Wren, by Woodpecker, his grand dam Papillon, (Sir Peter's dam) by Snap, his great grand dam Miss Cleveland, by Regulus, his great grand grand dam Midge, by a son of Bay Bolton, Bartlett's Children, Honeywood's Arabian, dam of the Two True Blues. (Taken from the general stud book.)
A PROPOSAL, BY WILLIAM YOUNG BIRCH & ABER- HAM SMALL, OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: FOR PUBLISHING BY SUBSCRIPTION, THAT CELEBRATED WORK,  GIBBON'S HISTORY
DECLINE AND FALL OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE: Together with MEMOIRS of the LIFE and WRITINGS of the AUTHOR. No book could be offered, which stands in less need of encomium and recommendation—it has been read in almost every European language—The history of the long and interesting period from the reign of Augustus to the taking of Constantinople, and the death of Mahomet the II. is no where else to be found in the shape of regular and well-arranged history—The Publishers presume to hope, that they do a service to their country in giving an Edition of it from the American press—They will briefly speak of their intentions, and the superiority of this edition. 1. It will be the most complete Edition of Gibbon extant—Because it will be enriched with the Memoirs of his Life and Writings, written by himself—This will be an addition to the London copy of nearly 200 pages. 2. It will be about one third cheaper than the London Copy. 3. It will be executed in the best style—The Publishers, with confidence, recommend to the public an inspection of the books, published by them within the last three years—They are, Russell's Ancient and Modern Europe, 7 Volumes—The Domestic Encyclopedia, 5 Volumes, and Tucker's Blackstone, 5 Volumes—They promise not to degenerate.
CONDITIONS. I. It shall be printed from the last London edition, and be published in Eight Octavo Volumes, during the year 1804. II. It shall be delivered to those Subscribers who take it in Volumes, at Two Dollars per Volume, in boards. Those who wait for the completion of the Work, may wait for either at Sixteen Dollars in boards; or in a good and handsome binding, at Twenty Dollars; payable on delivery. It will be enriched with Two whole sheet Maps—One of the Eastern, the other of the Western part of the Roman Empire—A Map of the parts of Europe and Asia adjacent to Constantinople, and an elegantly engraved Head of the Author. Subscriptions received by SAMUEL PLEASANTS, Jr. Richmond. cp
Notice. ALL persons indebted to the subscriber, by dealing or otherwise, at his store in Buckingham, under the direction of Mr. John Jenkins, are informed that their bonds, notes and accounts are placed for collection in the hands of Edward W. Trent, attorney at Law, who is authorised to receive the same and grant acquittances. WILLIAM BROWN. Manchester, 2d Jan. 1804. tf
The undersigned will attend the February Buckingham court, for the purpose of receiving the above debts—those who fail to comply with this notice, can expect no indulgence. EDWARD W. TRENT. E. W. T. has commenced the PRACTICE of LAW in the Courts of Henrico, Goochfield, Powhatan, Amelia, and Cumberland. Richmond, 2d Jan. 1804. tf
FOR SALE. An Elegant Coach, And HARNESS, complete, for four horses, may be had a great bargain, on application to A MYERS, near the bridge. Richmond, Feb. 11, 1804. tf
FOR SALE, About 450 acres of Land, Living on the Three Chopt and the River roads, half a mile from the river at Westham, and six miles from the city of Richmond, three fourths in woods. This land combines the important advantages of a good soil, convenience to the seat of government, a handsome situation for buildings, and very healthy—a good mill seat with permission to erect a mill, an abundance of oak and pine timber, and good spring water. The subscriber would be glad also to treat for two or three BRICK TENEMENTS not far from the capitol. These houses are not finished, but they will be completed in the course of the ensuing spring, and one of them is now in sufficient forwardness to show the plan of the buildings. JOHN PENDLETON. City of Richmond, 20th Jan. 1804. 1A
Notice. ALL persons having bonded claims against the estate of the late Gen. JAMES A. BRADBURY, are requested to bring their claims forward without delay, to SAML. BUTLER, Esq. Surry County, February 8th, 1804. 2m
By Authority.  Scheme of a Lottery. TO BUILD AN ACADEMY IN THE CITY OF RICHMOND.
   Dollars.     1 Prize—last drawn ticket, having a blank to its number, 20,000   1 do. 10,000   1 do. 5,000   5 do. of 1,000 make 5,000   6 do. of 500 3,000   10 do. of 200 2,000   20 do. of 100 2,000   100 do. of 50 5,000   250 do. of 30 7,500   450 do. of 25 10,500   1,500 do. of 20 30,000   3,000 do. of 15 45,000   1 first drawn ticket after 1,000 having a blank to its number, 250   1 do. after 2,000 do. 250   1 do. after 3,000 do. 250   1 do. after 4,000 do. 250   1 do. after 5,000 do. 500   1 do. after 6,000 do. 500   1 do. after 8,000 do. 500   1 do. after 10,000 do. 500   1 do. after 12,000 do. 500   1 do. after 13,000 do. 500   1 do. after 14,000 do. 1,000   5,325 prizes, 150,000   9,675 blanks—not two to a prize.   15,000 tickets at 10 dollars each, 150,000   N. B. Prizes subject to a deduction of 15 per cent.  
This Lottery has been authorized by the Legislature of Virginia, for the laudable purpose of erecting a seminary of learning in or near the metropolis of this state. With this view, it is contemplated to raise 30,000 dollars, and 2,500 dollars in addition, for defraying the expenses attendant on drawing the lottery. Citizens of the first respectability have been selected as trustees, and they have pledged themselves to use their utmost exertions to carry it into effect. The scheme has the advantage of giving to each adventurer, a chance for some very large prizes, whilst the proportion of prizes to blanks is as great as to invite the friends of the intended institution to partake in the lottery, with very little risk of their becoming losers. The Treasurer of the state is to be appointed to receive the money for the tickets as they are sold, and to pay the amount of the prizes to the fortunate adventurers. It is believed that the above considerations will induce a rapid sale of tickets, and the drawing will commence as soon as a sufficient number shall be sold to authorize it—which it is believed will be on the second Monday in December next. Richmond, January 31, 1804.
* TICKETS to be had of Robert Pollard, Doct. John Brockenbrough, Jr. Wm. Price, (Reg.) Samuel Pleasants, Jr. and William Prichard.
BURR MILL-STONE MANUFACTORY. THE subscriber takes this mode of returning his thanks to his former patrons, and informing the public in general, that he has (by desire of his friends) re-commenced the MANUFACTURING of BURR MILL-STONES; and having furnished himself with a supply of the best materials, and having had sixteen years experience in the business, in Baltimore, Petersburg and Richmond, hopes to be able to give satisfaction to his employers. The stones he will warrant to be as good as any in the United States. Any orders left with Capt. WILLIAM PENN, Norfolk; Capt. WILLIAM CHAMBERS, Staunton; Mr. WILLIAM HAY, Wythe county, or Mr. ROBERT MOORE, Petersburg, shall be duly attended to, and country produce received in payment, at the customary prices. WILLIAM DAVIDSON. Richmond, Jan. 10th, 1804. (tf)
N. B. FOR SALE, PLAGISTER of PARIS, in stone or ground, for the improvement of land, with directions for the use thereof.
The subscriber being about to leave the state for some time, and still wishing to sell his tract of land, lying in the county of Mecklenburg, on Roanoke river, has given full power to Grief Green, Esq. of Norfork, to dispose of it, and convey the title thereof to the purchaser. EDWARD MAYO. Powhatan, January 20, 1804.
WILL BE OFFERED FOR SALE, At Mecklenburg courthouse, on the second Monday of March next, if fair, if not, the next fair day.
A TRACT OF LAND, Lying in the county of Mecklenburg, on Roanoke river, belonging to Edward Mayo, of Powhatan—this tract contains seven hundred and thirty acres of land, one hundred and four acres of which are low ground of the first quality. A great proportion of the land yet to clear is considered as very fertile tobacco land. One third of the purchase money is to be paid on the first day of January next, another third on the first day of January, 1806, and the remaining third the first day of January, 1807—Bond with approved security, to carry interest from the date if not punctually paid, will be required of the purchasers, and a deed of trust on the land as a further security. Mr. Charles Hudson living on the land will show it. G. GREEN. Attorney in fact of Edward Mayo. February 4, 1804. tds
Valuable Property. The subscriber offers for sale, that valuable unimproved
Lot of Ground, Situate on the main street in the city of Richmond, containing about sixty six feet in front and running one hundred feet back, on the cross street leading to the basin of the canal, & immediately opposite to the corner stores now in the occupancy of Messrs Pickett, Pollard and Johnston, and that of Mr. Charles Spencer. The numerous advantages attending this property needs no comment, its situation being in the centre of business renders it an object for public or private employment, and is perhaps the most eligible in this city for either—Any person desirous of purchasing will be treated with privately on application at any time between this and the first day of May next, and if not sold previous to that day, the same will be offered for sale at public auction, on the fifth day of that month, and the terms thereof made known. JOHN MENERY. Feb. 15th, 1804.
Notice is hereby given, that an application will be made to the Legislature at their next session, to establish an Inspection of Tobacco on the land of William Mayo, near Rocketts. Powhatan, Feb. 20, 1804. 4m
TO RENT—THE TENEMENT, Lately occupied by Doctor McLean. Enquire of the printer. February 12, 1804.
WAR DEPARTMENT, Feb 8th, 1804.  Notice is hereby given, That separate proposals will be received at the office of the Secretary for the Department of War, until the eighteenth day of May next ensuing, for the supply of all rations which may be required for the use of the United States, from the 1st day of October, 1804, until the 30th day of September, 1805, both days inclusive, at the following places, viz.
 First At Niagara, Detroit, Michilimackanac, Chicago, Fort Wayne, the post on the Miami of the Lakes, and at any place or places, where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of Ohio, and at any place or places within the Indiana territory north of the 41st degree of north latitude.  Second At South West Point, Tellico, Knoxville, Nashville, and within the Cherokee nation between Tennessee and Georgia, and on the Tennessee river, and on the road between said river and Nashville, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the states of Tennessee and Kentucky.  Third At the garrison near Vincennes, on the river Wabash.  Fourth At Fort Massac, near the mouth of the Ohio, Kaskaskia, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the Indiana territory, south of the 41st degree of North latitude, (Vincennes excepted).  Fifth At St. Louis, New Madrid, and any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited in Louisiana, north of the settlements on the river Arkansas.  Sixth At Chickasaw Bluffs, Arkansas, Natchez, Fort Adams, Fort Stoddard on the Mobile, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the Mississippi territory, and on the road between Natchez and the Tennessee river, (the post on said river excepted).  Seventh At New Orleans, and any place or places on the Mississippi river, below Fort Adams and at Opelousas, Natchitoches, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched, or recruited in Louisiana, no before mentioned, or provided for.  Eighth At Fort Wilkinson, Cockspur Island, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of Georgia, and on the indian boundary between Georgia and the Creek nation.  Ninth At Charleston, Rocky Mountain, on the head waters of the Santee, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the states of South and North Carolina.  Tenth At Norfolk, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of Virginia.  Eleventh At Fort M'Henry, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of Maryland and the district of Columbia.  Twelfth At Fort Millin, Pitsburg, Carlisle, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the states of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.  Thirteenth At Fort Jay, West Point, Albany, Schenectady, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of New-York, (Niagara excepted).  Fourteenth At Fort Trumbull, Fort Wolcott, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the states of Connecticut, Rhode-Island and Vermont.  Fifteenth At Fort Independence, (Boston harbour) and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of Massachusetts (the district of Maine excepted).  Sixteenth At Portsmouth, Portland, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of New-Hampshire and the district of Maine.  A ration to consist of one pound and one quarter of beef or three quarters of a pound of pork, eighteen ounces of bread or flour, one gill of rum, whisky or brandy, and at the rate of two quarts of salt, four quarts of vinegar, four pounds of soap, and one pound and one half of candles, to every hundred rations. The prices of the several component parts of the rations shall be specified; but the United States reserve the right of making such alterations, in the price of the component parts of the ration aforesaid as shall make the price of each part thereof bear a just proportion to the proposed price for the whole ration. The rations are to be furnished in such quantities, that there shall at all times, during the term of the proposed contract, be sufficient for the consumption of the troops at Michilimackanac, Detroit, Niagara and Chicago for six months in advance, and at each of the other posts on the western waters for at least three months in advance. If good and wholesome provisions, if the same be required. It is also to be permitted to all and every of the Commanders of fortified places or posts to call for at seasons when the same can be transported, or at any time in the case of urgency, such supplies of like provisions in advance, as in the discretion of the Commandant shall be deemed proper. It is to be understood that the contractor is to be at the expense and risk of issuing the supplies to the troops, and that all losses sustained by the depreciation of an enemy, or by means of the troops of the United States, shall be paid by the United States at the price of the articles captured or destroyed as aforesaid, on the deposition of two or more persons of creditable character, and the certificate of a commissioned officer stating the circumstances of the loss, and the amount of the articles for which compensation shall be claimed. The privilege is understood to be reserved to the United States of requiring that none of the supplies which may be furnished under any of the proposed contracts, shall be issued until the supplies which have been or may be furnished under contracts now in force, have been consumed, and that a supply in advance may be always required at any of the fixed posts on the Sea board or Indian frontiers, not exceeding three months. H. DEARBORN, Secretary of War (t M 13)
Notice. Those that have any claims against the estate of Alice Lemay, dec. late of Hanover county, will make them known—and those that may be indebted, will please to make payment. W. ANDERSON, Adm'r. with the will annexed. Caroline, Feb. 18, 1804. 3w
FOR SALE, THE ESTATE, CALLED  VARINA, LYING on James river, in Henrico county, twelve miles from Richmond, and about the same distance from Petersburg. The quantity of land about 820 acres, of which 500 are of the best quality in the state for wheat, lying in a gentle and uniform slope entirely above floods completely free from stumps, and all obstructions to the plough, yet continuing in strong heart. The remainder is mostly, rather uncommonly high and firm tide marsh, about one fourth cleared; 10 or 15 acres completely surrounded by a good bank of clay, which has been extended, with the view of reclaiming the whole, as far as about two thirds of the requisite distance. The wood which can be carried almost from the stump on board large sea vessels upon two spars, for the distance of three fourths of a mile along the skirts of the forest, will pay all the expenses of reclaiming many times over. A part which was formerly reclaimed from the tide, proved dry enough for tobacco, and brought several immense crops of it without showing a possibility of exhaustion. The marsh abounds with that tall and fine natural grass, the hay of which is thought by numbers preferable to timothy.—A few valuable Negroes raised on the place, viz. three men and a woman, also about a score of cows and oxen of the Ampshill and Boynton breed mixed, some other stock, about a score and a half of Spanish ewes very nearly pure Merino's blood, and 100 barrels of corn, will be left on the place. The tenant is bound to furnish seed and sow a full crop of wheat, about 100 acres, in due time. The estate will be shown to visitors, by Mr. Moses Bates and Mr. W. Halford, living upon it. Mr. George Jefferson of Richmond, or Mr. Thomas Estlin Randolph, will make known the terms to applicants, and will either of them conclude a bargain, which the proprietor will ratify. December 30, 1803.
Run away from the Subscriber about the first of January; a negro man, named HARRY; he is a small fellow and very dark complexion, with large full eyes, particularly when alarmed or intoxicated, which he will often be if he can get liquor. He had when he went off a blue coat, negro cotton breeches and a white hat with a very large crown—he told some of the negroes in the neighborhood that he should go to the city of Washington to see his brother, who is the property of Mr. Richard Frazier of that place, but that he should first go by the way of Richmond and endeavor to procure a free pass, and from thence to Washington. Any person who will take up the said negro and secure him in jail so that I get him again, shall receive TWENTY DOLLARS REWARD. THOS. R. EVANS. King William county, Frazier's Ferry, February 16, 1804. [4w]
Valuable Property FOR SALE. PURSUANT to a deed of trust, executed to the subscriber by the late Mr. James Rind, and Sarah his wife to secure a debt due to Jedidiah Allen from said Rind, will be exposed to SALE, on the third Monday in this month, one certain HALF ACRE LOT, in the city of Richmond, distinguished in the plan thereof by the letter (F) —also a HOUSE and TENEMENT, formerly in the occupation of Thomas Mable, being part of a lot of land distinguished in the plan of the said city by the letter (E,) which said lots and tenement lie near the marker house of the said city, and contiguous to the residence of Mrs. Leiper. The sale will be for cash, and on the premises, to begin at 12 o'clock. ADAM CRAIG, Trustee. March 1, 1804. 3t
TO RENT, FOR ONE OR MORE YEARS, The Dwelling House, &c. Lately the residence of Mr. James Rind, dec.—Apply to the Printer. RICHMOND  James River Company. THE members of the Richmond James River Company, are requested to attend a meeting of the company, to be held at the counting house of Pickett, Pollard & Johnston, in the city of Richmond, on Saturday the 10th instant, at ten o'clock in the forenoon. By order of the Commissioners. ROBERT POLLARD. March 2, 1804. 3t
The subscriber, according to a former advertisement, now gives notice, that on Saturday the 14th day of April next, at 12 o'clock, on the premises, he will offer to public SALE,
A Number of Lots, Intersected by commodious streets, crossing at right angles, running due North and South by East and West, agreeably to a plan deposited at Mr. Samuel Pleasants' Office. This land lies upon the margin of James river, and adjacent to that part of Richmond called Rocketts. The advantages of this property will present themselves to any person who will view it. The channel runs very near the bank, & that so high as to be entirely safe from freshest. Valuable warehouses are already erected near this spot, and there can be no doubt that the rapid increase of population and commerce of Richmond will render it desirable, both as a place of residence, and of business. It is known that the canal which has been accomplished at a considerable expense, and must shortly be communicated with tide water, & the improvements for land carriage, afford the means of conveying to this place the productions of an extensive & fertile country heretofore carried to the northern markets for want of these facilities; and if properly managed, must make it the important point of junction between the Eastern and Western people, as well a depot as a market for produce, coal and foreign merchandise. The legislature have lately incorporated a company for deepening the channel of the river, so as to bring ships of 300 tons burthen, to Rocketts. And have also established at an extensive principles, which must greatly increase commercial enterprise. These important considerations contribute to render the property now offered for sale an object of attention to the Landlord, Merchant and Mechanic. The terms of sale will be one fourth in ready money, the residue on bond and security payable the 1st January next, to carry interest if not paid punctually, and no title made until the bond shall be discharged. Wm. MAYO. Powhatan, Feb. 24th, 1804.
TO RENT, A THREE STORY BRICK HOUSE, Near the Market bridge, well situated for a dry or wet goods store, with good accommodation for a family.—For further particulars enquire of the Printer. Richmond, March 2, 1804.  READY MADE PENS For sale at this office.