The enquirer (Richmond, Va.), 1807-07-07 00:00:00

The Enquirer.
PUBLISHED BY THOMAS RITCHIE, OPPOSITE THE POST-OFFICE.....AT FIVE DOLLARS PER ANNUM.....(PAYABLE IN ADVANCE.)
VOLUME 4.]
RICHMOND, TUESDAY MORNING, JULY 7, 1807.
[NUMBER 17.]
VIRGINIA BANK STOCK.....104.
Richmond Prices Current.
   D. C.     TOBACCO, : : : : : 5 to 7 00   WHEAT, NEW, : : : : 92 to 100   FLOUR—SUPERFINE, NEW, : : : 4 3/4 ca/b   FINE, : : : : : 5 00   CORN, PER BARREL, : : : : 4 50   BACON PER LB. : : : : 16   BAR IRON—PER TON, : : : 110 to 120   HEMP—PER TON, : : : : 200 to 210   WHISKEY—PER GALLON, : : : 54  
FOR LIVERPOOL.
One hundred Hhds. TOBACCO mounted on freight at 80¢ per bld. and 5 per cent primage, per the American Reg'd Ship, MINERVA, Captain KEELE, Apply to Brown and Nives, Richmond, or to ALEXANDER LECKIE, or THOMAS WILLOCK. Norfolk, June 24. ep3w.
LANDS FOR SALE.
The Subscribers are authorized to sell the three following Tracts of LAND, lying in the counties of Albemarle & Fluvanna, to wit:
ONE Tract of 400 acres, known by the name of Dickerson's Tract.
One other Tract containing 242 acres, being part of 400 acres, known by the name of Hastings Mark's Tract, adjoining the above mentioned Tract, and
One other Tract of 163 acres, also known by the name of Hastings Mark's Tract, and is said to have a valuable Mill seat on it.
All three Tracts have a great abundance of heavy pine timber of the best kind, and are convenient to navigation.
Should these Lands not be disposed of by private contract before the third day of August next, they will on that day be offered at Public Auction, at the Eagle Tavern, in the City of Richmond. In the mean time, all persons desirous of purchasing, will please apply for further information to TAYLOR & BROWN, v. m. d.
VALUABLE LOTS FOR SALE.
On THURSDAY the 9th of JULY next, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon, will be sold at Auction, on the premises, that beautiful
LOT OF GROUND.
BELOING to Col. Quarter, and now occupied by him. For the convenience of purchasers, it is divided into Three Lots, some of which are improved with Dwelling Houses, and every convenience for families, and all of them are well situated, either for business, (being near the Basin of the Canal) and the Public Warehouse) or for the residence of families; having good prospects and free circulation of air.
A plan of the above property may be seen at the office of the subscribers, to whom, or to Col. Quarter, all persons desirous of purchasing at private sale will apply. Terms made known on day of sale. TAYLOR & BROWN, Advs. rds.
VALUABLE PROPERTY FOR SALE.
By Virtue of a List of Trust, executed to us by Moses Davis, for the purpose of securing the payment of a certain sum of money, therein mentioned, and interest, due to J. B. and Edward Cunningham, and the costs of carrying said trust into effect—we will on Tuesday 14th July, between the hours of eleven and one o'clock proceed to sell, at the Eagle Tavern, in the City of Richmond, to the highest bidder, for ready money, the following property, viz:—
No. 1. A LOT OF GROUND, lying on the main street, near the Court House, said to contain 66 feet in front and running backwards on the cross street 150 feet, with a three story Dwelling House thereon, and the necessary out Houses, all in good repair.
2. A LOT OF GROUND at Rocketts, containing about one acre, with some Houses thereon. This Lot may be divided and improved to great advantage.
3. A LOT OF GROUND, lying on the road leading from the market-house through Adam's Valley, containing 85 feet in front, on said road, and running upwards of 300 feet in the rear, with a brick Dwelling House thereon, 48 feet in front, and may be divided into two tenements.
4. A LOT OF GROUND, lying on the south side of the main street, near the Court House, 18—10 1/2 feet in front and 85 feet in depth, with some improvements thereon, now tenanted.
5. The unexpired term of 25 years of a lease on a LOT OF GROUND, with several tenements thereon, lying on the main street, near Saml. Eggle's Stone House, containing 22 feet in front, and running 85 feet deep to the back street.
A more particular description of the property will be given at the time of sale.
JOHN G. SMITH, } Trustees. GEORGE FISHER, } rds.
NOTICE.
Agreeable to an order of the County Court of Amelia, the Commissioners appointed, will proceed at Amelia Court House, on Thursday the 16th of July, to examine, settle and liquidate the claims that may be exhibited against the estate of John Bottom, deceased:—
All persons having claims against said estate, are hereby requested to make them known on that day, supported by proper vouchers or testimony.
All persons indebted to said estate, are hereby notified, that coercive measures will be resorted to—provided their respective claimants will not immediately discharge. This notice will certainly be placed in bar, in default of the respective claimants making their claims known on the aforesaid day.
A. S. TOWNES, D. S. for WM. MURRAY, Sff. rds.
MANCHESTER TURNPIKE COMPANY.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That a general meeting of Stockholders in the Manchester Turnpike Company, will be held at Brooks's Tavern in Manchester, on the first Monday in August next; when business of importance to the interest of the company will be submitted for consideration.
By order of the Directors, JAS. BRANDER, CLK. rds.
A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF
BLANKS, FOR SALE AT THIS OFFICE.
Europe.
LONDON, May 17.
The Barbary States have declared war against Great-Britain, and several of their corsairs are at sea.
The two great armies in Prussia, have been recognized: and instead of many divisions, now consist of three each;—or rather a centre, right and left division.
The allied Russian and Prussian army. The centre is under Benningsen, Commander in chief, where the emperor of Russia has his head quarters. Gen. Blucher (who has lately been exchanged, and who fought so desperately after the battle of Jena) commands the right, where the king of Prussia has his head quarters.—The left is said to be commanded by gen. Ruchell (gen. Von Essen being ill) where the Prince Constantine has a command.
The French right is commanded by marshal Massena; the centre by Murat, the left by Bernadotte; the emperor overseeing the whole.
The secret expedition, will consist of from 15 to 20,000 men.
Augsburg, April 22, 1807.
We are in the route of receiving news from Turkey. The Russians have made an unsuccessful attack on Candia.
The Grand Seigneur has sworn on the Alcoran to die rather than deviate from his brother NAPOLEON. He has directed all his vassals to make war on English property; and at Smyrna and Salonica to the amount of eighty millions was seized.
April 27.
The French army destined for Turkey, has suddenly received a new destination. Molitor and Boudet's divisions (about 35,000) are to join the Grand Army in Poland. General Hector has brought this order; and yesterday General Boudet, and suite arrived here, with the 56th regiment, in 14 days from Vienna. Since then the 84th has arrived; and others are expected.
Constantinople, April 1.
General Schastian does business every day with our Ministers. Nothing is done without his advice. French officers are continually coming, and are immediately employed. 300,000 men, with furnaces have been sent to the Dardanelles. Provisions are very scarce here. The Asiatic troops on the march to the Dardanelles amount to 60,000. The Janissaries of this garrison have also gone thither. As the Dardanelles will soon be in a state of defence to dissipate all fears for the safety of the Canal, the Ottoman fleet will pass into the Black sea, to act offensively against the Russians.
The Globe, May 24.
Letters from Vienna state, that the English fleet, reinforced by the Russians, has again passed the Dardanelles.
Petersburg, April 7.
Marshal Massena, with many Generals, are here. Provisions are excessively scarce. The roads are not yet passable; and if the weather were good, military operations cannot commence until a month.
Berlin, May 1.
80,000 troops are expected to reinforce the Grand Army.
Schwerin, May 1.
On the 29th a new article was added to the Swedish Armistice, that a month's warning should be given of the recommencement of hostilities!
Memel, April 10.
On the 2d His Imperial Majesty Alexander arrived here from Petersburg. Our King met him at Palanga, and accompanied him to this city. At night there was a grand illumination. On the 4th his Imperial Majesty, and our Monarch and Queen, sat out for Georgenburgh, in the vicinity of the Grand Army.
ADMIRAL DUCKWORTH'S EXPEDITION TO CONSTANTINOPLE.
We see by this expedition that fortifications cannot prevent ships of war from passing them when they have a good breeze in their favor. The Dardanelles which Duckworth had to pass to arrive at Constantinople, is a long narrow strait, which, by its appearance on the map, cannot be less than forty miles in length with fortifications in several parts of it. Yet the fleet passed them all with little injury.
But we see also that although ships of war can run past a fortification with a fair wind, they cannot lay against a place fortified with cannon even though there be no regular works. It does not appear that Constantinople was fortified any more than New-York is now. But the Turks on the appearance of the British fleet got several hundred pieces of cannon down to the water side, ready to fire on the ships as soon as the ships should fire on the town, and Duckworth seeing this found it better to let sail and decamp. I was not in a flatter, perhaps, to withstand such force, ships are not a match for cannon on shore.—They cannot come near enough to fire upon a place, but the place can fire upon them, and the risk the ships run is greater than the risk the place can run. Yet I think of the resolves of the federal ward meetings last charter election, they said that a single frigate could lay the city of New York under contribution, perhaps destroy it. What a set of cowards and ignoramus those folks are! They ought to be Janissaries and out on petitioners, Kuffs, their first man, out to be measured for a petticoat, and Colen and Cullen, his aid-de-camp printers, for an under petticoat. Public Advs.
PARIS, May 25.
The emperor having received the senatus consultum at Posenstein, relative to the anticipated levy of 80,000 men for the conscription of 1808, together with the address of the senate in answer to the message containing the proposal for that purpose, his majesty has ordered both documents to be printed. The following is the address:
"SIRE—The message which your imperial and royal majesty addressed from the imperial camp of Osterode, and the senatus consultum which we have adopted, are fresh proofs of the sublime foresight of your majesty, which leaves nothing to chance, when the secret interests of France and the destiny of Europe are concerned. The country is going to put arms into the hands of eighty thousand of its children, who in 1808, would have assembled round
your majesty's eagles—the desire of putting a speedy end to a just and glorious war, by a permanent peace, and not to leave any appearance of inquietude upon the public mind, has determined your majesty to assemble the young conscripts around your standards 6 months sooner than they would have been called out under circumstances less important.
"During the time that must transpire before the epoch when that military career will be open to them, they, being retained in France, and as we may say about their own homes, will acquire the habits of a military life in a manner more easy, more satisfactory, and more useful to the state than otherwise. Your imperial and royal majesty is going to give them the honor of defending the coasts and frontiers of the empire.—In the camps in the interior of France, they may supply the places of those corps who have grown old in battles, and who ultimately received that noble recompense which they claimed with so much ardour, viz. the honor of combating again under your majesty's eye. If the islanders, abandoning the element which protects them, should dare to venture upon a country covered with camps and strong places, this youthful army will convince them that French valor is of every age, and soon make them repent an enterprise which the consciousness of our strength would rather lead us to avoid for than avoid."
"Victory, faithful to your majesty, has forced back the ravages of war 300 leagues from our frontier. The legions of reserve which will be formed of the new conscripts, will hasten to maintain that tranquility in the interior of our provinces which they owe to your majesty's triumphs.—In this noble employment, and in that of guaranteeing our frontiers by land and sea from invasion, they may diminish the fatigues, and the constant assiduity on the part of those brave and respectable fathers of families, who, under the standards of the national guards, have generously devoted their time, so precious to their children and to the state, to the defence of the empire. Thus your majesty, in the midst of your phalanges, and beyond the Vistula, never loses sight either of the interest of the manufactures, agriculture, commerce or the domestic happiness of families; while you never cease to watch over the safety of our country; to interest yourself in its general prosperity, and prepare for the repose of Europe."
"Your imperial and royal majesty has been pleased to call to the command of these legions, the members of the senate who had distinguished themselves in the career of glory before they took their seats among us. In the midst, fire, of camps and citadels, the same as within the walls of Paris, France will behold all her senators giving the same examples of absolute devotion to their country and to your majesty. Our colleagues will watch over the conduct of those young men whom your majesty will entrust to them, as fathers attentive to their children, worthy of so lively an interest.—They will have no occasion to teach them the love of glory, their country, and your majesty; but they will convince them that good discipline will increase their strength against the enemy; and that by the habit of military exercises they will overcome the difficulties of distance, climates and seasons, without danger. They will acquaint them with the rapid advances with which they may become habituated. They will hold out to them the moment when restored back to all that is dear to them, they will receive the esteem of their fellow citizens as a new reward of their courage. They will convince them that public gratitude is not manifested in any country equal to France, towards those warriors, whose wounds and honorable infirmities compel them to quit the standards under which they have fought; and they will point out to them that distinction, not less brilliant than glorious, with which your majesty rewards the splendid actions of the soldiers equally with those of the general."
"Your majesty has said, that your confidence in the senate is unlimited. Sire, the senate and the whole nation are penetrated with the most lively, perfect and respectful confidence in your majesty's genius, in your wisdom, in your virtues, and your love of the French people."
"In a few words, Sire, the grand army, commanded by the greatest of warriors, has passed the Elbe, upon the borders of which Charlemagne was compelled to put a period to his conquests; and the Oder, astonished at seeing the French ensigns glittering upon its banks, and the Vistula, and so many morasses, sands, and deserts which divide it from the Oder. Nine of those places fortified as strongly by art as by nature, the taking of any one, of which would have illustrated a whole campaign under the most famous generals during the last two ages, have fallen into the hands of your majesty. Six hundred pieces of cannon taken upon the field of battle—4000 pieces of heavy artillery—400 standards, a whole kingdom disarmed, and 200,000 prisoners, all attest the formidable power of your majesty's arms."
"The generous Polish cohorts, the brave legions of Bavarians, Saxons, Wurtemburghers, Badens, and other Germans, who make a part of the confederation of the Rhine, display in the midst of your eagles, those ancient banners which their valour has decorated with new laurels."
"The ranks of your army now present, 150,000 combatants more than your majesty had at the commencement of the fourth coalition. Winter, the only ally of the Russians, will soon cease to defend the snow-clad frontiers by its frosts, its snows, and its inundations, and those waters which stagnate in its immense deserts. Disease, every day, spreads its ravages among your enemies."
"However, Sire, greater precautions have
never been concerted. From the Pyrenees to the Pregel, from Holland to Calabria, from Finland to the borders of the Catajo, every thing is connected by an immense system of defence, as well as of attack. The union of these calculations of a prudence which can foresee and prevent every kind of reverse; and those sublime conceptions of genius which appreciate and secures the most astonishing success, have always preceded the great events that have marked the principal epochs of the career of your majesty's glory, which has always been connected with those plans, the execution of which has decided the fate of empires. Possibly, within a short time, your majesty by one of these grand manoeuvres, inspired by the most sublime thoughts, perfected by the results of long experience, initiated in secret, developed with art, and executed with the rapidity of lightning, may place the grand army in a
position which nature never discloses but to the skillful eye of a great captain, and where the enemy, surprised, turned and surrounded, must either receive death or law from the conqueror. Your majesty will only dictate that of peace, necessary to Europe, and that peace which you have never ceased to offer."
"With what astonishment, Sire, will posterity learn, that in spite of so many prodigies, which it will scarcely credit, and in spite of the profligate situation of the finances of that state to which your majesty has no need to have recourse for a new contribution, nothing has been able to diminish your majesty's moderation? It is always the same—that moderation equally as admirable upon the borders of the Rhine as in the palace of the Tuilleries, and at Berlin just the same as before the battle of Jena; upon the field of battle strewed with Russians slain at Eylau, the same as in the capital of the great Frederick."
"Sire, you say in the message you have addressed to us, 'if at this time we ask our people for new sacrifices, and to invest us with new means of power, we do not hesitate to declare, that it is not to abuse them in prolonging the war. Our politics are fixed.' We offered peace to England before she brought forward the fourth coalition: this peace was offered her full. The principle minister whom she employed in the negotiation, has positively declared, in the public assemblies, that this peace would have been honorable and advantageous to England. He has thus given evidence to the justice of our cause. We are ready to conclude peace with Russia upon the same conditions which her negotiator had signed, and which the intrigues and influence of England compelled the emperor Alexander to reject. We are ready to restore tranquility to the eight millions of people conquered by us, and the capitol of Prussia to its sovereign. But, first, how affecting are the words which you add: 'Frenchmen, we will have all dangers for the glory and repose of our children.' Sire, every Frenchman will brave all dangers for their country, and its dear father."
(Signed)
"CAMBACERES, "Arch Chancellor of the empire, "President."
Domestic.
WASHINGTON, July 2.
BY THOMAS JEFFERSON, PRESIDENT OF THE U. STATES OF AMERICA, A PROCLAMATION.
DURING the wars which, for some time, have unhappily prevailed among the powers of Europe, the United States of America, firm in their principles of peace, have endeavoured by justice, by a regular discharge of all their national and social duties, and by every friendly office their situation has admitted, to maintain, with all the belligerents, their accustomed relations of friendship, hospitality, and commercial intercourse. Taking no part in the questions which animate these powers against each other, nor permitting themselves to entertain a with but for the restoration of general peace, they have observed with good faith the neutrality they assumed, and they believe that no instance of a departure from its duties can be justly imputed to them by any nation. A free use of their harbours and waters, the means of refitting and of refreshment, of succour to their sick and suffering, have, at all times, and on equal principles, been extended to all, and this too amidst a constant recurrence of acts of infraction to the laws of hospitality have with few exceptions, become habitual to the commanders of the British armed vessels hovering on our coasts, and frequenting our harbours. They have been the subject of repeated representations to their government.—Assurances have been given that proper orders should restrain them within the limit of the rights and of the respect due to a friendly nation: but those orders and assurances have been without effect; no instance of punishment for past wrongs has taken place. At length, a deed, transcending all we have hitherto seen or suffered, brings the public sensibility to a serious crisis, and our forbearance to a necessary panic. A frigate of the United States trusting to a state of peace, and leaving her harbour on a distant service, has been surprised and attacked by a British vessel of superior force, one of a squadron then lying in our waters and covering the transaction, and has been disabled from service, with the loss of a number of men killed and wounded. This enormity was not only without provocation or justifiable cause, but was committed with the avowed purpose of taking by force, from a ship of war of the United States, a part of her crew, and that no circumstance might be wanting to mark its character, it had been previously ascertained that the seamen demanded were native citizens of the United States. Having effected his purpose, he returned to anchor with his squadron within our jurisdiction. Hospitality under such circumstances ceases to be a duty; and a continuance of it, with such uncontrolled abuses, would tend only by multiplying injuries and irritation, to bring on a rupture between the two nations. This extreme resort is equally opposed to the interests of both, as it is to assurances of the most friendly dispositions on the part of the British government, in the midst of which this outrage has been committed. In this light the subject cannot but present itself to that government, and strengthen the motives to an honorable reparation of the wrong which has been done, and to that effectual control of its naval commanders, which alone can justify the government of the United States in the exercise of those hospitalities it is now constrained to discontinue.
In consideration of these circumstances and of the right of every nation to regulate its own police, to provide for its peace and for the safety of its citizens, and consequently to refuse the admission of armed vessels into its harbors or waters, either in such numbers or of such descriptions, as are inconsistent with these, or with the maintenance of the authority of the laws, I have thought proper in pursuance of the authorities specially given by law to issue this my PROCLAMATION, hereby requiring all armed
vessels bearing commissions under the government of Great-Britain, now within the harbors or waters of the United States, immediately and without any delay to depart from the same, and interdicting the entrance of all the said harbors and waters to the said armed vessels, and to all others bearing commissions under the authority of the British government.
And if the said vessels, or any of them, shall fail to depart as aforesaid, or if they or any others, so interdicted, shall hereafter enter the harbors or waters aforesaid, I do in that case forbid all intercourse with them or any of them, their officers or crews, and do prohibit all supplies and aid from being furnished to them or any of them.
And I do declare and make known, that if any person from, or within the jurisdictional limits of the U. S. shall afford any aid to any such vessel, contrary to the prohibition contained in this Proclamation, either in repairing any such vessel, or in furnishing her, her officers or crew, with supplies of any kind, or in any manner whatsoever, or if any pilot shall assist in navigating any of the said armed vessels, unless it be for the purpose of carrying them in the first instance, beyond the limits and jurisdiction of the U. S. or unless it be in the case of a vessel forced by distress, or charged with public dispatches as hereinafter provided for, such person or persons shall, on conviction suffer, all the pains and penalties by the laws provided for such offences.
And I do hereby enjoin and require all persons bearing office civil or military within or under the authority of the U. S. and all others, citizens or inhabitants thereof, or being within the same, with vigilance and promptitude to exert their respective authorities, and to be aiding and assisting to the carrying this Proclamation and every part thereof, into full effect.
Provided nevertheless, that if any such vessel shall be forced into the harbors or waters of the U. S. by distress, by the dangers of the sea, or by the pursuit of an enemy, or shall enter them charged with dispatches or business from their government, or shall be a public packet for the conveyance of letters and dispatches, the commanding officer immediately reporting his vessel to the collector of the district, stating the object or causes of entering the said harbors or waters, and conforming himself to the regulations in that case prescribed under the authority of the laws, shall be allowed the benefit of such regulations respecting repairs, supplies, &c., intercourse and departure as shall be permitted under the same authority.
In testimony whereof, I have caused the seal of the U. S. to be affixed to these presents and signed the same.
Given at the city of Washington the second day of July in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and [SEAL.] seven, and of the sovereignty and independence of the United States the thirty-first.
TH: JEFFERSON.
By the President,
JAMES MADISON, Secretary of State.
NORFOLK, July 3.
Mr. Fox, Naval Constructor for the U. States at Washington, arrived here yesterday with twenty shipwrights and mail-makers, to expedite the repair of the Chesapeake frigate. Ledger.
From Baltimore we understand that Lieutenant Read, arrived at that city from Washington with orders to refit the United States' Schooner Revenge, the sale of which had been previously ordered.
It is conjectured that this vessel will proceed without delay for London, with orders to our Ministers, to demand reparation and satisfaction for the late outrage, and in case both are not given, to leave the Court of St. James. lb.
There has been no communication with the British Squadron in Lynnhaven-hay for some days. This Squadron begins to feel some serious inconveniences from the want of water and fresh provision. lb.
Price Current.—We have inserted our Price Current as usual in the first page of this paper, but our readers will understand that prices are merely nominal. Business of every kind has been suspended since the attack on the Chesapeake, and while the uncertainty of what will be the result, commercial operations will remain suspended. Some of the Insurance Companies to the Northward, have shut their offices for the present. The Insurance Company here have not come to such a determination, but the difficulty in fixing any premium equal to what the risk may be, produces nearly the same effect as shutting the office. lb.
At a meeting of the committee at the Exchange Coffee House, on Monday the 29th of June, 1807.
Present—Thomas Matthews, Moses Myers, Wm. Newsum, Francis S. Taylor, Seth Poff, Thomas Newton, Richard Blevins, Thomas Blanchard, J. W. Murdaugh, Theo. Armitage. The chairman presented the following letter from Commodore Stephen Decatur, which was ordered to be published.
NORFOLK, 1st July, 1807.
SIR, Orders from Government directing my immediate attention to the re-equipping of the Chesapeake, any farther movement of the Gun Boats, for the moment, must necessarily be suspended. These boats will now ever lay where they are, with every thing on board, ready for such measures as the government may direct or emergencies call for.
Allow me to avail myself of the present occasion to express the high sense I entertain of the zeal and patriotism of the citizens of this neighbourhood, particularly that portion of them by whose voluntary and unexampled exertions, these boats, then lying in a dismantled state, were in a few hours completely rigged, equipped and brought to the point where they now are; and from whence by similar services which continue to be tendered by the seamen and armed companies of the place, they may in a few hours at any time be rendered distinguishably useful to their country.
Accept, Sir, for yourself, and the Board over which you preside, the assurances of my high consideration and respect.
STEPHEN DECATUR, Jun. To General Mathews, Chairman of the Committee, Sec.
Resolved, That this committee view with the greatest satisfaction and most lively sensibility, the patriotism displayed by captain Decatur since the alarm excited by the late outrage committed on our flag by a British Squadron.
Resolved, That commodore Decatur be invited to partake of a public dinner.

Resolved, That Sir Peter, Thomas Newton, and Richard Blow be a committee to wait upon Commodore Decatur with this invitation, and to make the necessary arrangements for this entertainment.
Whereas this committee passed a resolution interdicting all communication with the British ships until the pleasure of government should be known; and whereas the Collector of this port has received directions to make a request through the medium of the British Consul for the release of some impressed seamen now on board the Bellona.
Resolved, That this committee never did consider the interdict entered into by the citizens of Norfolk, of communication between the British Consul and the British squadron, as extending to dispatches transmitted under authority of the government of the United States or any of its agents.
A communication respecting the state of Fort Norfolk was received from Col. Sharp.
The Committee appointed for that purpose made a return of the powder in the magazine. A communication was received by the chairman from Dr. Shore, chairman of a town meeting of Peterburg.
THOMAS MATHEWS, Chairman.
At a meeting of the Committee at the Exchange Coffee House, on Tuesday, the 30 th June, 1807.
Present—Thomas Mathews, Luke Wheeler, Wm. Pennock, Francis S. Taylor, Wm. Newsum, Richard Blow, Seth Foller, Thomas Blanchard, Moses Myers, J. W. Murdaugh, Theo. Armistead.
Resolved, That a Committee of Moses Myers, J. W. Murdaugh, and Wm. Newsum, be appointed to examine the state of the Magazine, and to obtain a correct account of the Powder in the Borough, the proprietors thereof, and the present market price of that article.
Resolved, As the opinion of this committee, that the public exigencies require the preservation, in our own hands, of every means of defence, and that persons who hold any quantities of powder, be admonished thereof, and desired to hold it for the public service.
Resolved, That the committee will consider any inhamment in the price of the said article by the holders thereof, at the present crisis, derogating from the character of a good citizen, and will defer the censure and contempt of the nation.
Resolved, That the thanks of the committee be given to Captain Stephen Decatur, and through him to the officers, marines and others, who have volunteered their services under his direction, for the alacrity with which they have undertaken to equip the Gun Boats for the defence of our ports at this eventful crisis.
Resolved, That in execution of the object heretofore requested of Captain Decatur, this committee hold it to be their duty to reimburse any expenses which may be increased beyond those which Captain Decatur may consider himself authorised to incur as the commandant of the United States Naval force.
Resolved, That Moses Myers and William Newsum be a committee to wait upon Captain Decatur with the foregoing resolutions.
Resolved, That a subscription be opened to defray the expenses, under the direction of Richard Blow, Seth Foller, and F. S. Taylor.
THOS. MATHEWS, Chairman.
THEO. ARMISTEAD, Sec'y.
Proceedings of the committee at the Exchange Coffee House, 3d July.
Present—Thomas Mathews, Luke Wheeler, William Pennock, D. P. Dingler, Seth Foller, F. S. Taylor, Thomas Newton, jun. Thomas Blanchard, Moses Myers, Thomas Armistead.
Whereas it has been represented to us that the British Consul has refused to send his dispatches covering communications from our government to the British ships through the conveyance offered by the collector, alleging that the resolutions of the committee have suspended his functions, and therefore that he would not make a demand for the liberation of the Seamen detained on board of the Bellona, unless through the medium of the advice boats hitherto employed by the squadron, or in such other mode as he may think proper.
Resolved, That this committee do not prescribe to the Consul any mode of communication which he may, in his pleasure, think proper to adopt—He knows full well how far the resentment of an injured people will brook the appearance in their own ports of those very men whose hands are yet reeking in the blood of their country. But in an interval wherein the sense of the government cannot be ascertained, the committee will hold him infamous who infringes the spirit of the publick resolutions; and whether it may or may not be deemed expedient by our government to suspend for the present the intercourse between its citizens and the British squadron. We do declare that the citizens of this community have a right as individuals to withhold supplies of provisions and water derived from their estates, and that it will be departing from that just indignation already expressed by them if they furnish or permit to be furnished supplies of any kind, until ample retribution is made for the insult offered to our national character.
Resolved, That this committee deriving their power from the people only, and appointed solely to carry into effect the Resolutions adopted by them at the general meeting, have no power to alter, modify or abolish proceedings and instructions of their constituents.
THOMAS MATHEWS, Chairman.
THEO. ARMISTEAD, Sec'y.
FEMALE PATRIOTISM.
The Ladies of Norfolk, with that patriotism which does them much honor, have offered to lay aside their needles, and make cartridges for the Volunteers, &c. employed in defence of their country.
[CIRCULAR.]
This Day, the following Letter was received by RICHARD E. LEE, Esq. Mayor of this Borough, from Commodore DOUGLAS.
[COPY.] HIS MAJESTY'S SHIP BELLONA, Hampton Roads, July 3, 1807.
SIR, I beg leave to represent to you, that having observed in the News-Papers, a resolution made by a committee, on the 29 th ult. prohibiting any communication between his Britannic Majesty's Consul at Norfolk, and his ships lying at anchor in Lynnhaven Bay; and this being a measure extremely hostile not only in depriving the British Consul from discharging the duties of his office, but at the same time preventing me from obtaining that information so absolutely necessary for his Majesty's service. I am therefore determined if this infringement is not IMMEDIATELY ANULLED, to prohibit every vessel bound either into or out of Norfolk, to proceed to their destination, until I know the pleasure of my Government, or the Commander in Chief on this Station. You must be perfectly aware that the British flag never has or never will be insulted with impunity. You must also be aware that it has been, and is still in my power to obstruct the whole trade of the Chesapeake since the late circumstance, which I desired from, trusting that general unanimity would be restored—Respecting the circumstances of the deserters lately apprehended from
the United States' frigate Chesapeake, in my opinion, must be decided by the two governments ALONE. It therefore rests with the inhabitants of Norfolk either to engage in a War, or remain in terms of Peace. As a reply to my intention, I have proceeded to Hampton Roads with the squadron under my command, to await your answer which I trust you will favour me with without delay.
I have the honor to be, Sir, Your most obedient servant, (Signed) J. E. DOUGLAS. I enclose you two letters to the British Consul at Norfolk, which you will be pleased to forward him.
To which the Mayor returned the following answer.
NORFOLK, July 4, 1807.
SIR,
I have received your menacing letter of yesterday this moment. The day on which this answer is written ought of itself to suffice, to prove to the subjects of your sovereign, that the American people are not to be intimidated by menace, or induced to adopt any measures, except by a sense of their perfect propriety—Secured by the false shew of sincerity, they may be sometimes surprized, and slaughtered while unprepared to resist a supposed friend. That delusive security however, is now passed forever—The late occurrence has taught us to confide our safety no longer to any thing but to our own force. We do not seek hostility, nor shall we avoid it. We are prepared for the worst which you may attempt, and will do whatever shall be judged proper to repel force, whenever your efforts shall render any act of our necessary—Thus much for the threats of your letter, which can be considered in no other light, than as addressed to the supposed fears of our Citizens.
In answer to that part of it which is particularly addressed to me, as the first Judicial Officer of this Borough, I have but to say, that you must be aware, that the Judiciary of no country possesses any other powers, than those conferred upon them by the laws.
The same channels through which you have derived the intelligence stated by yourself, must also have announced to you, that the act of which you complain, is an act of individuals, and not of the government. If this act be very wrong and illegal, the Judiciary of this country, whenever the case is properly brought before it, will take care to do its duty. At present they have no judicial information of any outrage on their laws, and therefore cannot act.
If you, Sir, please to consider this act of individuals as a measure "expressly hostile," and shall commence hostility, without waiting the decision of our two governments, (although you yourself acknowledge that it properly belongs to them alone to decide,) the inhabitants of Norfolk will conform to your example, and protect themselves against any lawless aggression which may be made upon their persons or property—They therefore leave it with you, "either to engage in a war, or to remain in terms of peace," until the pleasure of our respective governments shall be known.
I have the honor to be, Sir,
Your most obedient Servant,
RICHARD EVERES LEE,
Mayor of the Borough of Norfolk. To Commodore J. E. DOUGLAS commanding his Britannic Majesty's ship the Bellona, now lying in Hampton Roads.
NORFOLK, July 4.
INSULT ON INSULT !!!
This day is the 4th of July, (the Anniversary of our Independence) the four British ships which have been at anchor off Lynnhaven Bay since the attack on the Chesapeake, weighed anchor yesterday, and are now drawn up in a line of battle off Hampton. While we are penning this, we are in full expectation of their attempting a landing!
On the above intelligence reaching town, the drums beat to arms, the companies of volunteers and militia immediately assembled, and are determined that not an English footstep shall longer pollute our shores with impunity. Let us remember that MILITIA drove these redoubled red coats, 4000 in number, from Lexington to Boston.—Let us remember the Militia at Bunker's Hill, and STARK at Bennington! Let us remember that we are MEN, and if we can do no better, let each man take his tree & kill one.—In the name of all that is holy, powerful, manly or just, are we to feed them for killing US?—Are we to suffer them to send a BOAT-LOAD OF MURDERED CITIZENS ashore and take a LOAD OF PROVISIONS in return?—Are we to pay them, to hire them with the luxuries of our land to cut our throats? Away with such words as COOLNESS & MODERATION, they are the cloak, the coverings of treachery—and we have heard too much, seen too much, and know whence this moderation proceeds—from people who would lie our hands and bend our heads to the butcher!—Let them beware, let us have no more of this—NO MODERATION now—the storm is up, and at the least varying of the wind it will overwhelm domestic treason in its course.
Last evening three seamen who made their escape from the British line of battle ship the Triumph, arrived here. On being examined, they gave the following account:—That on Wednesday morning, they in company with three other seamen, under the command of a Lieutenant and three Midshipmen, were sent ashore on Cape Henry in the tender, having on board an 18 pound carronade, cutlasses, and small arms, for the purpose of getting fresh provisions, of which the ship is in much want.—That on landing the officers went in pursuit of a bullock near the beach, when these three poor men gave them the "double," and got into a forest where they remained all night, and meeting with some hospitable country people, were able to get to this Borough.
BALTIMORE, June 29.
Pursuant to public notice given this morning, the citizens of Baltimore assembled at the Court House, at 12 o'clock, for the purpose of expressing their sentiments on the late outrage committed on our flag, off the capes of Virginia. The meeting was more numerous than any heretofore known in this city.
Gen. S. Smith opened the meeting by a very pertinent address on the subject: recommending, in the strongest terms, determination, tempered with forbearance—his address was received with three loud huzzas.
Gen. Smith was then chosen Chairman, and John Stephen, Secretary.
On motion, the following gentlemen were appointed a committee to prepare a set of resolutions expressive of the sentiments of the people.
Alexander M'Kim, Samuel Sterett, Jas. H. M'Collough, Robert Gilmore, Thomas M'Ellderry, John Stephens, James Calhoun, Mark Pringle,
Who, having retired a short time, made report, and the following proceedings took place:
Resolved, That we view with indignation and horror the wanton attack lately made upon the Chesapeake, by the British ship of war Leopard, by which many of our citizens have been killed and wounded,
and the government of our country grossly insulted. Resolved, That we have every confidence in the wisdom and firmness of the administration to enforce satisfaction for an outrage so daring and injurious to the honor and dignity of our country, and that we will with our lives and fortunes support the government, in all such measures as they may adopt on the momentous occasion, to obtain redress and satisfaction for the outrage aforesaid.
Resolved, That until the decision of our government shall have been made known, we will regard with abhorrence and detestation, all persons who shall countenance this unprovoked and outrageous conduct, by holding any intercourse with, or affording aid to any of his B. M. ships of war now on our coast.
Resolved, That we highly approve the practice and spirited conduct of our fellow citizens at Norfolk and Portsmouth.
Resolved, That Alex. M'Kim, Thos. M'Ellderry, James H. M'Collough, James Calhoun, Saml. Sterett, Robt. Gilmore, Mark Pringle and John Stephen, be a committee whose duty it shall be to forward a copy of these resolutions to the President of the U. S. Gov. of Maryland, and to correspond with such committees as may be appointed by the other cities and towns of the Union, on this subject.
Resolved, That the proceedings of this meeting be published in the news papers of this city, for the information of our fellow citizens.
The Enquirer.
RICHMOND, 8th JULY.
FOURTH OF JULY.
It is impossible to describe the enthusiasm and fervour which animated all our citizens on the celebration of American Independence. No American could have beheld these effusions without the highest exultation: no foreigner could have beheld it without learning to respect the dignity of our national character. What is it but to say that the spirit of '76 is completely resuscitated? All party distinctions are suspended: but one grand patriotic sentiment pervades the country. Richmond was on that day the miniature of the nation. The eye could turn no where without beholding the pomp and preparations of war; the ear could scarce catch any sound, but the warm effusions of attachment to our independence or of indignation against BRITISH OUTRAGE.
At day-break, a gun announced the Birth-day of our Independence. At sun-rise, a grand national salute of 17 gun's was fired.
At nine o'clock, the troop of Light Horse, the 3 volunteer companies of Light Infantry, and the Militia companies, assembled on the parade ground near Mr. Craig's office: and about 12 repaired to the Capitol Square with music playing and colours streaming.
About 10 o'clock, agreeably to the order of the committee of arrangement, the two orations appropriate to the day, were delivered in the Hall of the House of Delegates. Mr. Wm. Radford delivered the classic and handsome eulogy upon our national independence, which we have published in this day's paper. He was followed by Mr. Thomas Marshall, whose oration has been mentioned to us in terms of the highest commendation, and shall appear in our next paper.
About 2 o'clock, the company repaired to the Capitol, where Dr. Foulke read the Declaration of Independence, and Skelton Jones, Esq. delivered the very impressive and affecting funeral oration over the murdered seamen of the Chesapeake, which we have published in this day's paper. The figure that concludes this oration is one of the most sublime, which we have ever beheld.
About 4 o'clock the company separated: the Volunteer corps to their respective places of entertainment: and the citizens to the Capitol. Of the latter company Dr. Foulke acted as President & Col. Carrington as Vice-President. The following Toasts were drunk with loud and repeated plaudits. The standing Toasts had been previously circulated among the scattered military companies; and universally adopted:
 1. The 4th of July. The spirit which redeemed us from bondage, will lead us victorious through every difficulty.—Yankee Doodle—1 Gun 3 Cheers.  2. The 4th of July, 1807. We purchased Independence with our blood; we will refigu it only with our lives.—Hail Columbia—1 Gun.  3. The people of America—Desirous of peace; but preferring war to submission.—Liberty Throes 1 Gun.  4. The Congress of the U. States—They ought to express the feelings of the People.—The People's March—1 Gun.  5. The President of the U. States; He will not want support in asserting the independence of his country.—Jefferson's March—1 Gun.  6. The memory of George Washington; His name shall not be dishonored by the tame submission of his countrymen.—Washington's March—1 Gun.  7. The memory of General Warren; Who proved in the battle of Bunker's Hill, what brave and patriotic militia can do.—Yankee Doodle—1 Gun.  8. The memory of Gen. Montgomery; Who nobly perished under the walls of Quebec. Equal glory and better fortune to those Heroes, who may soon have to follow his footsteps.—How stands the Glass arena—1 Gun.  9. The memory of Benjamin Franklin; The world's instructor and the foe of Tyrants.—Ab Ca Ira—1 Gun.  10. The poor soldiers who fought in the American Revolution; Their fame will forever live in the hearts of their countrymen; and their posterity shall be free.—Hail Columbia; 1 Gun.  11. The Militia of the U. S. May attention to discipline, render their patriotism, enthusiasm and valor, invincible. Stand to your Guns; 1 Gun.  12. Great Britain; If she cannot perceive the advantages of our friendship, she must feel the evils of its loss. Stoney Point; 1 Gun.  13. The law of nations; Without the British commentary. Hail Liberty; 1 Gun.  14. The memory of Joseph Arnold, John Lawrence, John Sharkey and Robert MacDonald; their infamous murder shall be avenged by their country. Rely on Caffe; 1 Gun.  15. The People of Norfolk, Portsmouth and Hampton; Sympathy for their sufferings, honor for their patriotism, and revenge for their wrongs. Bysille March; 1 Gun.  16. Captain Stephen Decatur; The Hero of Tripoli would disdain a triumph over an unopposing friend. True Courage; 1 Gun.  17. The American Fair; May their smiles be reserved for the brave defenders of their country. Here's a Health to all good Lovers. 
Volunteer Toasts, on the 4th July.
By GOVERNOR CABELL—In defence of our violated independence, we pledge our lives, our fortunes, and our sacred honor.
JUDGE LYONS—Honor to the brave, and wealth to the generous.
JUDGE FLEMING—Let all party distinction among us cease, and let our only emulation be, who shall render the most essential service to our much injured and insulted country.
JUDGE ROANE—Our cause is just, our union is perfect, our resources are great, and we pledge our lives and fortunes that we will be free.
JUDGE TUCKER—Virginia—May her sons now and to all succeeding generations evince the genuine patriotism of 1776.
CHANCELLOR TAYLOR—May the patriotism which animated our fathers, never cease with their sons.
On the President's returning, MR. JOHN BAKER—Britain—attention—Paine taught us the rights of man—thou shalt surely feel the pain of having dared to violate them.
MR. WM. B. CHAMBERLAIN—As Britain will not be just till chastised—May America teach her the lesson.
MR. WIRT—Our good friend and ally, the King of Great Britain—our good friend and ally, the God Neptune, at the bottom of the ocean—A happy meeting between the two in that same conference chamber.
THE VICE PRESIDENT—Peace, if to be maintained on terms of justice, honor and independence—War in preference to national degradation. Heaven our shield; government our guide; patriotism, patience and valor our supports.
JOHN BAKER—Dr. Wm. Foulke; the President of this Feast—May that spirit and enthusiasm which has appeared so manifest in him, on this day, never cease to animate every American bosom.
JACOB I. COHEN—The Citizen of Norfolk; May their patriotic spirit flame throughout the U. S.
H. L. BISCOE—A total dissolution to party animosity; May the sentiment which prevails at this moment, always continue.
JESSE JONES—May the concord and harmony which has been exhibited this day, grow with our growth, and strengthen with our strength.
GEN. WOOD—An end to all party names and party distinctions; May we be united as a band of brothers in opposition to the enemies of our country.
HENRY BANKS—Gen. Morgan; Who with inferior numbers of Militia defeated the chosen Troops, of our foe.
JULY 4, 1807.
A stated meeting of the Barbary Club, which has existed for upwards of 20 years, having assembled at the Rev'd. John Buchanan's Spring, their usual place of meeting, to celebrate the anniversary of the Independence of America: Col. Robt. Gamble, (an old revolutionary Officer of '76,) was chosen President, and Doctor John Adams Vice-President. After which the society, with a number of visitors, drank the following Toasts, and ordered them to be published in two of the city News-Papers.
 1. The day we celebrate: Perpetual be its Jubilee!  2. General Washington: First in Arms; First in Peace: He is embalmed in the hearts of his countrymen.  3. The heroes of '76; May their services never be forgotten.  4. The U. States; Unanimity and prosperity.  5. The Flag of the union; May it never be dishonored.  6. The government of the U. States; Strong in the affections of the people: The nation will support it.  7. The President of the U. States.  8. The Heads of Departments.  9. The constituted Authorities; 'Tis their's to lead: 'Tis our's to follow.  10. Our Country; Party distinctions are forgotten, when that is insulted.  11. The American Navy; May its rising strength soon bid defiance to outrage.  12. Foreign nations; Desirous of peace, we will not shrink from war, when necessary.  13. Practicing justice towards others; We demand it of them.  14. Great Britain; If she wishes peace, she must respect our rights.  15. The TARS who fell on board the Chesapeake; Peace to their Manes; Redress to their country.  16. The State of Virginia; May her conduct be always marked with that temperate firmness, which distinguished her in '76.  17. The American Fair. 
ORATION APPOSITE TO THE DAY, BY
MR. RADFORD.
FELLOW-CITIZENS,
The assemblage of this numerous and enlightened audience, the novelty and grandeur of the scene presented to my mind, a consciousness of my incompetency to render justice to the subject before me, combine to impress me with the most awful feelings. But that enthusiasm of sentiment, which inspires you on this occasion, the throbb of patriotism, which beats responsive in each sympathetic bosom, will cause you, I trust, to forget a youthful presumption. I do not aspire to the hope of kindling in your breasts new emotions, or of enlivening you with a display of eloquence. If I can assist in reviving sensations which have never failed to animate you on this day, my highest expectations will be answered.
What spectacle so interesting and sublime, can be exhibited to the human mind, as the revolution of an empire? The issue is indeed momentous. Should the enemies of the human race, by those insidious arts, which tyrants never fail to practise, lull the people into a blind confidence; or instigated by a bolder ambition, daringly seize on the reins of government, then calamities of every description are the result. The liberty, the lives and the property of the subjects, are exposed to the rapacity of their rulers: every punishment that the human mind can invent, every cruelty that malignity can suggest, are made subservient to vindictive passions. If the cause of freedom prevail, tyrants are hurled from the "bad eminence" to which they have been raised; the people then resume those rights which were given them by nature's God, and establish that form of government, which they think most conducive to their security and happiness. These are the effects of a great victory and such consequences reflect importance on our subject. The American Revolution stands conspicuous in the annals of the world. It has eventuated in the emancipation of a great people from the oppression of a foreign power, and in the erection of a republican government on the ruins of a corrupt monarchy. To celebrate the achievements of our ancestors in this severe conflict; to manifest to the world our admiration of their virtues and heroism; to catch a spark of that sacred fire which animated them; and to offer up holy orations to the author of nature, for our happy deliverance from tyranny, we are this day convened. On this occasion at least, let an universal sentiment of gratitude be felt; let us discard from our minds every idea, that may interrupt the harmony of our devotion to the cause of Freedom; let philanthropic feelings pervade our breasts, on the day consecrated to the celebration of her triumphs; and let us retrace, with undiminished pleasure, the various scenes of difficulty and danger through which our parents passed, in their approach to her temple.
Prior to the efforts of the Americans for freedom, the inhabited world presented to the republican melancholy prospect. Mankind had long groaned under the most unsupportable slavery. In vain did the various nations of the earth occasionally discover their agonies, by murmurs and complaints; in vain did they endeavour to rise in arms against their cruel oppressors; each attempt only tended to produce more violent convulsions, and terminated in retreating more closely the chains of despotism. Expelled from the enslaved states of Europe, the genius of liberty at length found a spot where corruption had not taken entire sway. Assisted, rather than injured, by the neglect of their parent state, the British colonies in America had risen to considerable importance, and soon began to attract her attention. Commercial restrictions were laid upon them; and endeavours were made to retard their advance to wealth and power. In spite of these they progressed rapidly. The rays of science illumined the minds of their citizens, and signs of increasing fondness for freedom and opposition to tyrannical laws, were soon discovered. The interest of Great Britain prompted her to smother the flame that was kindling. The destructive system she had pursued; the ruinous
and expensive wars she had engaged in, had involved her in a vortex of difficulties. Her citizens were borne down with taxation, and her government seemed on the verge of bankruptcy. She began to be at a loss for means of relief, when, like a hungry and ravenous wolf preferring to seize its prey, she quickly turned her eyes to the peaceful inhabitants of this infant country. To raise money by taxes was deemed a happy expedient, and the colonies were contemplated as sources of immense revenue. Forgetful of the ties of kindred, unmindful of the wars we had engaged in on her account; of the treasures we had expended; and of the riches our commerce had poured into her bosom; she assumed to herself the power of taxing us in all cases. Passive obedience and unconditional submission were the terms held out to us by the parliament of that country. Had we yielded our situation would have been deplorable. Our lives and property would have been entirely at the disposal of a nation, which felt no interest in our welfare, but was wholly occupied in its own aggrandizement. We should have had no check, no security whatever. We determined to resist. Impelled by the same hatred to oppression and slavery which made our forefathers desert their native land, which forced them to commit themselves to the bosom of the merciless waves, and encounter all the terrors of a tempestuous ocean; and seek an asylum in a wild, beset with beasts of prey and savage men, more cruel than the beasts themselves, and animated by the same invincible spirit, we resolved to risk a contest.
Lexington presented the first scene of war.
At that spot a flame was kindled which soon spread its ravages over our country. An inhuman attack was there made by the troops of Britain, on our defenceless and unarmed militia—the alarm was heard and a few of our expatriated citizens drove the veterans of Britain into a precipitate retreat.
Bunker's Hill was next the theatre of action; here the Americans posted themselves, and the British army, sensible of the importance of the situation, determined to dislodge them. Our militia (not amounting to half the number of the enemy,) had passed the sleepless night, in throwing up entrenchments, harrailed with fatigue, when the attack was commenced; exposed to a brisk and incessant fire; they remained fearless and undaunted—not a man was seen to desert his post. Their enemies approached almost within the reach of their bayonets, at that moment the Americans commenced a deadly fire and threw the assailing host of brave and skillful warriors into confusion. Twice did they rally and return to the charge; they were as often repelled by the intrepid valour of our countrymen. They succeeded, at last, by superior numbers; but not until the greater part had fallen victims on the field of battle. This action was glorious to the Americans, and important in its consequences. The Britons were confident of success: they were inspired with the idea, that a victory over raw and undisciplined troops, would be obtained with the utmost facility; they had considered themselves as superior beings, the issue of a contest with whom, would be certain destruction to their opponents. But this engagement removed the veil by which their vision had been obscured. It taught them, that "the vengeance of an oppressed and insulted people is as terrible as the wrath of Heaven."
Let me not pass over in silence the expedition to Canada, conducted by the valiant and noble-minded Montgomery; which, though it terminated fatally to its gallant leader, and the greater part of his army, affords a striking proof of the perils and dangers freemen will encounter to maintain their rights. The sufferings of our soldiers during the war, were terrible; and astonishing was the magnanimity with which those sufferings were borne. The contrast between the two nations was remarkable, thereby scattered over an immense territory, were almost entirely destitute of resources for war. Congress had no means of procuring money, arms, or troops, but by requisitions from the several States. The states themselves were almost completely exhausted by the long and laborious contest. Even Hlope (which had carried them through so many dangers) began now to desert them. The soldiers of the American army, in assembling, had not only a long, toilsome and dreary way to pass, but left their families exposed to want, and to the cruelties of the savage Indians. This was enough to damp that ardent spirit which had hitherto supported them. On the other hand, the British nation was regarded as the most warlike in the world. Her army was composed of veteran troops, who had been trained in all the arts of war, and led on to victory and conquest, by the most experienced commanders. Her towering navy rode proudly triumphant, on the ocean, which groaned beneath its weight. Her cannon, like the Omnipotence of Heaven, was ready to hurl its destructive lightning, on the heads of her daring opponents. Not content with her superiority in numbers and discipline, every cruelty was exercised on us. The rules of warfare were departed from; our prisoners were inhumanly butchered; our private property was desolated; our females were insulted and torn from the bosom of their families; to fill the measure of iniquity, the savage Indians were excited against us, those horrid monsters whose known rule of warfare was an "individuals of all ages and sexes;" and "killing a devoted victim." It was at this awful crisis, when the lowering tempest had spread itself, and seemed to threaten our immediate destruction; that we declared ourselves absolved from all allegiance to the British crown, and that the colonies were free and independent states. We threw ourselves on the protection of divine providence, and mutually pledged our fortunes, our lives and our sacred honor, in defence of the common cause. The declaration of American independence, seemed to be of divine origin. Those truths, on the establishment of which, depend the freedom and happiness of man; truths which had been concealed for ages, by clouds of oppression, were now discovered, and made manifest. The grievances under which we had long labored, the despotism of a rapacious ruler, and the abject state of our citizens, were depicted in that train of eloquence, which does not fail to carry conviction to the mind. Roused from her partial lethargy and reanimated by these sacred truths, America resolved to make a bold effort, and either emancipate herself, or perish in the attempt. Invigorated by these principles, after a series of other sanguinary battles, our brave fellow-citizens compelled the army of Burgoyne to surrender at Saratoga's heights. Each day added strength to our glorious cause, and aids now began to assume a different aspect. Great Britain found herself unequal to the conflict. Immense treasures, and the flower of her army, had been sacrificed to attain an object, which was now placed beyond her reach. The zeal of the Americans, aided by the experience of a brave commander, and by the force of their allies, humbled her haughty spirit. On one side, it was the contest of a great people, for their wives, their children, their parents, their country, and the dearest rights of man; on the other, the spirit of ambition, the

insatiable thirst of avarice, stimulated a perfidious government to strain every nerve to enslave them.
The cause of freedom and justice at length prevailed. The siege of York, and the capture of the British army under Cornwallis, put an end to a war, which had raged amongst us for seven years, attended with the most baleful circumstances. The point for which we had been so long contending, was at length conceded, and United America was acknowledged free and independent. Yet, though success attended her efforts, she had to mourn the loss of many of her noblest sons, who fell bravely fighting in her cause. Could the honest and intrepid soldier, whose name amidst a host of patriots, is now forgotten; who, during the inclemency of winter, barefooted, and with tattered garments, trod the slimy ground, encountering all the miseries of fatigue, and hunger, and the dangers of war, and boldly met that death which deprived his helpless family of support; could he, whose habitation is now beyond the stars, hear my feeble voice, I would tell him in the plain language of gratitude and of truth, that his children are now enjoying those blessings, to the attainment of which his exertions so greatly contributed, and that his fame lives in a nation's happiness. To those, whose names are recorded in the sacred page of history; let us offer our veneration; let us tell them, that, as long as the American revolution shall be remembered, as long as virtue has a seat upon earth, their glorious actions shall be founded in a nation's ears. To the noble chief, who led us from the dawn of our revolution to its illustrious close, we are perhaps chiefly indebted for our present standing amongst the nations of the earth. He led us with caution; but it was the caution of the watchful Eagle, who, from some mountain's summit, views the motions of the unsuspecting Shepherd, and when he is lulled into a fatal security, darts with the rapidity of lightning on his destined prey, and safely bears aloft his prize. A novel and sublime scene was now presented to the political world; a mighty nation assembling for the purpose of establishing a legitimate government! To behold two rival factions contending which shall give a tyrant to their nation, to see them infuriated with all the malignity of party rancour, and hurled into acts of the most diabolical cruelty, involving their country in all the horrors of a civil war; is no uncommon sight; but for a nation peaceably to be assembled, for the purpose of erecting a government, founded on the basis of equal right, was a phenomenon referred to be exhibited by the American people. Fair discussion now took place of that sanguinary contest, which, in its course, had swept off such numbers of the human race. A constitution was established, which has answered our highest expectations. The liberty of the press; universal toleration in matters of religion; impartial trial by jury; the separation of the legislative, executive and judicial functions; the subordination of the military to the civil authority, are its holy attributes.
Will these excellencies continue forever? This is an important enquiry. History teaches us, that those governments, in which the people possess the sovereignty, are most of all others liable to decay. Greece and Rome were once great republics. The arts and sciences flourished among them; by their virtues they became powerful; but by means of corruption they sunk into slavery. The posterity of the lively, ingenious and ardent Greeks, have degenerated into slaves of the ferocious Turks, remarkable only for ignorance and barbarism. The intrepid, heroic and patriotic Romans became effeminate Italians. Histories of all countries furnish us with examples of the proneness of men in power, to desert their trust, and become the enslavers of the people. Is our constitution so, that it will guard us against every species of attack? Against the gradual effects of men in power; against the pernicious effects of corruption? against the restless ambition of disappointed individuals; against the Hydra Hydra, which nourishes itself by draining the blood of our citizens, and plunging them in all the miseries of anarchy and confusion? Will it like the adder, inflict a deadly wound on the first rude hand that dares profane it? Will it protect us against the insult and oppression of that deceitful and proud foe, our victory over whom in former times, we are now convened to celebrate? Vicious experience answers in the negative. Yet even in the infancy of your political existence you have had awful and solemn warnings! Let us, fellow Citizens, endeavor to avert these evils. Let us raise our shield before the mighty blow is struck, which threatens to achieve our ruin. The transition from liberty to slavery is easy, but it is the most arduous of all things, for a people whose rights are once prostrated at the foot of despotism, to recover them. The nations of Europe, for many centuries past, have been bowed down with the oppressive burden of kings & nobles; with the intervention of but few revolutions in favor of the people, they have quickly relapsed to their former miserable state. Let us not lose the golden moment; let us encourage an indefatigable watchfulness among ourselves; let the treasures of science be laid open. Infill in the minds of your youth the love of virtue, make them acquainted with the excellencies of your government, with its fundamental principles, the sovereignty of the people, with its equal and exact justice to all. Compare it with those of the various nations of the earth, with the lofty majesty of their rulers and the degraded state of their subjects. Let them know these things and they will not fail to admire it.
Above all things nourish patriotism. Your country again demands your assistance. Great Britain has again commenced her system of bloodshed; and endeavors to force you into compliance with her brutal demands. Our repeated applications for redress have been answered with repeated injuries. No longer place confidence in a perfidious government, which amuses you with negotiation, while it takes every means to insult and oppress you. The uplifted hand of despotism is prepared to fall on you; nay, the fatal blow is already struck. The violation of the neutral flag, the depredations on our commerce, the blood of our murdered fellow-citizens of the Chesapeake, call aloud for vengeance. Prepare for the dreadful conflict. If there is left a spark of the sacred flame of '76, it will now be elicited. Virginians, I address myself to you on this occasion; for a noble exertion in the cause of freedom, you have stood "proudly eminent." The enemies of mankind have trembled at the sound of your name. Let that love of liberty, which has hitherto characterized you, never cease to inspire you. Proclaim to the world that (as more than thirty years ago,) you were the first to take up arms to maintain the rights of man, you will not now be backward in brave endeavors to crush that tyrannical nation, which, forgetful of its former defeat and disgrace, has dared again to invade them.
FUNERAL ORATION BY MR. JONES. FELLOW CITIZENS, Upon the dawn of this day, for one and thirty years, we have been accustomed to look with the gladness of freedom. We have annually hailed its arrival as the auspicious birth
day of American liberty. It was the resurgent morning of emancipation, and its mild radiance has cheered our hearts, and lent a halo to our countenances, which neither the trophies of guilty conquerors, nor the magnificence of mighty monarchs, can ever bestow. Much would it joy me, upon occasion of this holy festival, to approach my fellow-citizens with the usual congratulations, and greet them with the accustomed salutations, upon the accomplishment of another year, of peace, liberty, and happiness. But our ancient foe with whom we wrestled in our youth, will no longer permit us to enjoy the blessings of peace. No declaration of war has been proclaimed, but the act of war has been committed, by the foul, coward-like, cold-blooded murder, of our unprepared, and defenceless fellow-citizens. I will not say that our countrymen have been killed—because that expression may imply death by accident, or in some manner that may be justified or excused; but I use the word murder, in its felonious and in its basest sense: for there has not been the faintest glimmering of provocation on our part, nor the smallest exertion of manly valour on theirs; to illumine the dark atrocity which engulfs this gloomy event. No, there is not, my fellow citizens, one solitary circumstance, in all this tragic transaction, to do away the guilt, or extenuate in the slightest degree, the enormity of this meditated murder.
The free and high minded citizens of this great and elevated western commonwealth, have been treated like the slaves of despotism: They have been forced into an involuntary servitude, on board those prisons, called British men of war: They have been compelled, under the lash, to risk their lives, in defence of a cause, not merely indifferent, and foreign to theirs and their country's interest, but often hostile to both: As an aggravation, (if any aggravation can be added to the loss of liberty,) they have spotted with their lives, and in several instances, particularly the detestable occurrence, which it is one object of this meeting to deplore and execrate, they have actually murdered them: Yes! the "fenseless warm motion" of our brave and generous tars, is converted into a "kneaded clod;" and the remorseless grave has received their lifeless trunks, or their swoln cores are buried deep in the caverns of the ocean, or they have become food for Sharks and Dolphins. Mourn, mourn, my countrymen, for your honor is insulted, your independence is a mockery, and your liberty itself is but the titling jest of a tyrant's slave. But let our mourning be short; let indignation succeed it; let the lightning of liberty from the well, blast, dissipate, and scatter into "thin air," the heavy cloud of guilt and oppression that lowers in the east.
Nothing can exhibit us in a stronger point of view, the national insult we have received, than the melancholy contrast between the appearance which the Chesapeake may be supposed to have worn, at her departure from Norfolk, and her return to that place. The frigate was built at that port, and from this circumstance alone may be presumed to have been a favorite there. Behold then the citizens assemble to witness her departure, and follow her with orisons for a prosperous voyage; the cheery sailors to the sound of a musick of their own, raise the cumbrous anchor; shouts and answer shouts from the beach to the frigate; now the fragrant gales of our groves besom her white canvas; now the broad flag, emblem of our independence, gleamed and embossed with the imitative stars of heaven, waves in the fanning breeze; the high long streamer, curls to the "chartered libertine," the wind; the proud vessel divides the foaming billows, and the sailor bids adieu to the happy shores which seem to recede from him: Thus borne in majesty along, filled a representative of the American honor, freighted with the dignity of the republic—unlucky cargo, ship-wrecked in sight of land! freight, cargo, all, but the dishonored and violated vessel, raised by the ruffian hands of British pirates! Lo! see her return! slow, fat, and wearisome she comes; the ocean, a mirror, reflects her dishonoured bulk, back upon her perforated sides; shattered, dismasted, loorn of her national emblems and honors, she sinks ignominiously upon the mud of unwholesome wharves; her deck still reeking with the blood, and deformed with the mangled carcasses of our slaughtered countrymen! Americans! that blood calls for vengeance upon its authors, and those authors are the wicked and infamous men who now rule Britain.
During the administration of that great political luminary, Mr. Fox, there was an approach towards amity, and even cordiality, between the government of the U. S. and that of G. B. But the spirit of Fox has fled, and with it has departed, perhaps forever, the good genius of the English nation. The administration on which has succeeded Fox, is the most corrupt and treacherous upon earth; and however, as a peaceful and humane nation, we may regret the evils which our measures may inflict, on the innocent people of Britain, yet in practice we cannot separate the government from the people, nor confine the dreadful retaliation which we meditate, and ought to bestow, to those only, who have been guilty of the aggressions on us. With one hand and with one heart then, let us unite to take an exemplary vengeance on that government, and that people, which, for so many years, have annoyed and insulted us.
This day should revive in us the feelings of '76, and animate us to rally around the standard of that independence which was then declared. The great state paper which records that event, has been a continued and lasting glory to Americans—let us not lose the high benefits, which the wisdom and valor of our fathers achieved—let not the pure sentiments contained in that immortal instrument, be ever sullied by our dereliction from its principles—let not that which is now our pride, be turned to our shame: it remains for us to show that we are the legitimate offspring of those fires whose deeds have rendered the name of an American citizen, a name of honor and renown.
I shall not attempt in this concise address, which the particular nature of the case seemed only to require, to appeal to your passions; I should be waiting in respect to you and to myself were I to do so. I should not do well to endeavor to rouse in the bosom of any American, those feelings which he is presumed already to possess, and which it is certainly dishonorable for him not to possess. And happy am I to observe that a talk of this kind, is spared to every man; for no one meets his fellow-citizen, who is not agitated by emotions corresponding with his own. We have forgotten, we have buried in oblivion forever, I trust, the divisions which have distracted our country. Gentlemen of talents and virtue, which expressions comprehend every human excellence, who have hitherto differed with their fellow-citizens, on points of local policy, come forward with promptitude, zeal and firmness, to avow to the nation, and to the universe, their coincidence in the wisdom and patriotism of the government. There are now no divisions among us; we have no parties; we are one great integral colossus of liberty, standing upon a rock of adamant: And with whatever violence, the bleak surges of the Atlantic may
heave her vast floating castles against our base, they shall retire back, like the petulant wave, and burst like the bubble, that swims on the surface!
Extracts of a letter from Williamsburg, July 5th, 1807.
"The 4th of July was celebrated here in a manner highly gratifying to the friends of science and patriotism. I attended as a visitor, and will give you the best account, which my memory will permit; it must, however, be a hasty sketch, for I am just setting out upon my return.
Every thing combined to give peculiar interest to the occasion; but the late hostile aggression upon our national flag, was considered as a summons to every one to rally round the standard of Independence , and excited a more than ordinary solicitude to witness the efforts of genius, which the students of the college of William and Mary never fail to display.
At 10 o'clock, a numerous assembly convened in the Church. As soon as the volunteer corps of Light Horse had entered and taken their station, and the organ had ceased its animating tones, the President delivered an appropriate Prayer. Mr. B. Henly then ascended the Roftrum, and pronounced an ingenious and animated oration upon the day. A felled piece of Music followed. The President and professors, together with the Rector, (Chancellor Tyler) and other visitors of the college, then withdrew to the Gallery, which is near to the Roftrum; and the form for a degree of Bachelor of Arts being read aloud, Messrs. W. Crawford, A. T. Mason, J. D. Royal, James Boffeau and Brook Hill were called; they ascended the Roftrum, and were presented with the degree of Bachelor of Arts, attended with a short, but impressive address from the President. This ceremony was conducted in a manner, which could not fail to produce the happiest effects. To behold young men thus publicly crowned for their real and extensive acquisitions in science, whilst the high approbation of their moral conduct beamed around them, is surely a spectacle, on which, not only Parents, but even Angels may gaze. Select music followed, as it did each of the succeeding orations. Mr. Benjamin Watkins spoke next. His subject was—Capital Punishment. He controverted the right, as well as policy of such punishment. Mr. Armistead T. Mason discussed the right of general suffrage; and contended with great force of argument, that society had, from its nature and primary objects, not only a right to limit suffrage, but, that good policy and experience required that it should be limited. Mr. E. Goodwyn contended, that a republican form of government, was not only the best for man; but that no nation, antient or modern, had reduced the theory and practice of that form to such perfection, as the people of America; and thence inferred, that their republics, both the general and the particular, would be as remarkable for their permanency, as others had been for their instability. Mr. Andrew Reid spoke upon the constituents of true eloquence; and endeavoured to show, that the antient orators had not that superiority over the modern, which is so implicitly attributed to them; he concluded with the anticipation of higher efforts of eloquence upon the American theatre, than had, as yet, appeared in any other country. Mr. John Tyler shewed the importance of a liberal and rational education, in general; but particularly, as one of the essential means of giving perpetuity to republican institutions. It is but justice to the young Orators to say that they acquitted themselves in such a manner as to gain the entire plaudits of an enlightened audience. Indeed every one testified the highest satisfaction in hearing subjects so important discussed with perspicuity of thought, an extensive range of research, and an elegance of style, which gave the surest proof of substantial improvement.—Nor should I have forgot to mention to you that the students of William and Mary have been justly celebrated for their correct and commendable conduct, during this course. But the history of the day was also distinguished by an act of female patriotism, which ought to be recorded. Mrs. Paradise, a lady who poss. has considerable property in the vicinity of this place, and who, tho' long absent from America, still recollects with pleasure, that she is a native Virginian, presented about 9 o'clock to the Troop of Light Horse, an elegant set of Colours, which she desired them to accept as a testimony of the interest she took in the military glory of her country. The colours attended the Troop into the Church, & being so placed as to play in golden waves over the heads of the young orators, produced a pleasing effect. A splendid dinner was also given by Mrs. Paradise to the whole Troop, with many gentlemen of the town and country, at the Raleigh Tavern, and in the evening, a ball, to which she invited all the ladies in town, the students, and many visitors.—At both entertainments great taste and elegance, as well as unbounded hospitality, were displayed. Every one was happy; every one admired the politeness, attention and patriotism of Mrs. Paradise."
The Richmond Republican Blues, have heard with indignation of the flagrant and cowardly attack lately made on the frigate Chesapeake, by a British ship of superior force, supported by a squadron. Regarding this attack, as deliberate and authorized, proceeding from the British government, and believing that no alternative is left, but war or dishonorable submission; they feel it their duty, both as citizens and soldiers; to express their readiness to support the government, in punishing the aggression and repelling any future attack of a similar nature.—Therefore, Resolved unanimously , That the Richmond Republican Blues, are prepared to march at a moment's warning, wherever they may be ordered by the government, for the purpose of defending the state of Virginia or any of the United States, from the invasion of any foreign power. Resolved unanimously , That these resolutions be forwarded to the President of the United States, and printed in some public newspaper in this city. PEYTON RANDOLPH, Captain. G. W. DIXON, Lieut. THOMAS RITCHIE, Ensign. NEAL NELSON, Sec'y.
At a meeting of the Washington and Jefferson Artillery Company, on the 6th inst. the following address was unanimously adopted, and ordered to be published in one or more of the public prints of this City, to evince to our fellow brethren, a cheerful readiness to be joined with them (who are expected shortly to go on duty) in defence of all that free men should hold most dear. To the Executive of the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Washington and Jefferson Artillery Company of this City, at an early period, after the recent violation of the rights of their country, by the British armed ship Leopard, made a voluntary tender of their services to the President of the United States, to be employed whenever necessity required, in defence of these sacred privileges, for which their fathers, and even some among them, fought, bled and conquered. Having thus made an oblation to their common country, they cannot forbear (when others of their fellow-citizens are called to arms and themselves not called on) to step forward uninvited, to the head of their own, and pledge their lives in defence of liberty. If their services at this time are necessary, (inconvenient as it may be to many) they will not shrink from an immediate march to whatever place and on whatever duty they may be wanting, to chastise foreign aggressors and prevent a repetition of injuries. They hope they may not be considered as the last, but among the first of those, whose pure patriotism foregoes all private ends for public good. WILLIAM STREET, Chairman. JOHN BOSHER, Secretary.
Every thing around us breathes the spirit of war. The Volunteer Corps are parading in the morning and evening. The young are animated by the highest sensations of military ardor, and the old heroes of the war are seen shedding tears of joy at the revived spirit of the
American Revolution.—It was impossible to behold without the deepest emotions of triumph and of pride, the scene that was exhibited in this city on Monday evening. It was understood that a certain number of volunteers were to march from this city. The Council had themselves designated the Troop of Light Horse; but as there were three corps of Light Infantry belonging to the city, they conceived it best to call them together and leave the decision to their own choice. At 3 o'clock they assembled on the Capitol Square, in full uniform. A crowd of citizens embellished the interesting scene. Capt. Richardson first addressed himself to the Light Infantry Blues, one of the finest companies in the U. S. They unanimously agreed to march to Norfolk. Capt. Randolph made the same application to the Republican Blues: That gallant corps accepted it with but one exception. Capt. Hallam then made the same appeal to his animated and promising corps of Shockoe Volunteers, and there was but one dissentient. Captains Price and Tompkins met with similar success from their respective militia companies.
Government have directed all the navy officers in this city to repair on board of the Gun-Boats or Chesapeake, lying at Norfolk. Lieut. Gibbon, and Midshipmen Herrie and Nicolson left this city in the stage last evening.
Last Sunday night, an express from Norfolk brought dispatches to the Governor, among which was one from Richard Evers Lee, Esq. Mayor of that Borough, inclosing copies of a threatening letter which he had received from Commodore J. E. Douglas, Commander of the British Squadron in Hampton Roads, and of his answer, which breathes the true spirit of a brave American Patriot.—In consequence of these dispatches the Council of State convened, early on Monday morning, and have been in session engaged in very important business ever since, with but little intermission.
In the present state of affairs, we are not permitted to publish at full length the advices which they have adopted, and must be contented to inform our readers that energetic measures have been taken to inform our readers that energetic measures have been taken to enforce the President's proclamation, and to repeal the invasion of our territory by the British; the board having unanimously declared that the commonwealth is invaded.—A detachment of militia is ordered to march immediately to Norfolk, and another to Hampton.
To aid in defending the former from our perfidious enemies, Capt. Richardson's and Capt. Peyton Randolph's Companies of Infantry, and Capt. Shepard's Troop of Cavalry are to march without delay from the city of Richmond; and Capt. Thomas Bolling Robertson's and another company of Infantry, together with Capt. Bowditch's Troop of Cavalry, from the town of Petersburg; the Infantry is to be commanded by Major John Ambler, and the Cavalry by Maj. John McCrae; the whole on their arrival at Norfolk to be under the command of Brigadier General Matthews. The Colonels of all the regiments on the sea-coast, the Bay, and the shores of the rivers Potomac, Rappahannock, York and James, below their falls, are commanded to take prompt measures by calling out their militia to resist any attempt of the crew of any British armed vessels to obtain provisions or supplies of water; and other military arrangements of considerable importance have taken place, which will be made known to the public in due time.
IN COUNCIL, July 7, 1807.
The Executive having received the report of Col. George W. Dixon, Commander of the 1st. Vol. Inf. ordered from that regiment, was furnished by a tender of the services of volunteers; and that the number of officers and soldiers whose services were offered greatly exceeded the amount which he was authorized to accept; It is unanimously advised, that the Governor be requested to present the thanks of the Executive to Colonel Smith, and through him, to the Officers, non-commissioned Officers and Privates of the 19th Regiment, who have, with such zeal and alacrity, stepped forward to repel the aggressions of an intolent and injudicious foe. The thanks of the Executive are particularly due to the following Officers and Soldiers, for the patriotic display by them at this important crisis; to Capt. William Richardson of the Richmond Light Infantry Blues ; Capt. Peyton Randolph of the Richmond Republican Blues ; and Capt. Benjamin Shepard of the Richmond Troop of Cavalry ; and the Officers and Soldiers under their command; whose services are accepted; and to the following officers and soldiers, whose patriotic offers could not be accepted, viz. Capt. Edward Hallam of the Shockoe Volunteers ; Lieut. Wm. Street of the Washington and Jefferson Artillery ; Capt. Christopher Tompkins of the main body of Militia; Captain John Fleming Price of the same; and to the officers and men under their command.
It is also advised, that the thanks of the Executive be presented to Capt. Thomas Bolling Robertson, of the Petersburg Republican Light Infantry ; and to the Officers and Soldiers under his command, for the patriotic zeal which they have displayed in offering their services to their country, before it was known to them that the duty had been assigned to them of marching to Norfolk, for the purpose of repelling the invasion, and of enforcing the President's proclamation.
It is also advised, that the thanks of the Executive be presented to Capt. Richard Coke, of the Williamsburg Troop of Cavalry , and to the officers and soldiers under his command, for the patriotic offer made by them of their services, which cannot immediately be accepted, but of which, in conformity with their own laudable request, the Executive will with great pleasure avail themselves, whenever the public service may require.
It is advised, that the above orders be immediately published. Extracts from the minutes, DANL. L. HYLTON, Clk of the Council.
Philadelphia has adopted resolutions of the same animated tone with those of Norfolk, Richmond and other towns.
It is stated in a letter from Washington, "that at least 3 out of the 4 seamen, which the capt. of the Leopard demanded of Commodore Barron, were not only Americans, but had been impressed; and although the evidence respecting the 4th, was not so full, Mr. Erskine appeared to be satisfied; and it was believed by our government that all controversy respecting them was at an end—it is also believed that the Leopard was at Halifax when the last British packet arrived, which was the station of Admiral Berkeley. Capt. Humphrey proceeding from thence with the orders of his admiral, and committing the outrage, leads to a belief that it was ordered by his government, and that it might have been given in the identical cafe.
COMMUNICATION.
The Virginia Gazette still insists upon it, that a motion was made before the Grand Jury to present Gen. Wilkinson on a charge of Treason . This assertion is totally unfounded. The truth is, that there was a motion to present Gen. W. on a charge of a misperison of Treason ; but even that was built on a profound ignorance of circumstances. Gen. W. had received a letter from Jonathan Dayton; he was not interrogated by the Jury, whether he had ever submitted this letter to the Executive; some
of the Grand Jury conceived that he had created it from the knowledge of the government, & upon this supposition had principally founded their presentment for a misperison of Treason . But had the grand jury made these enquiries, they would have found that Gen. Wilkinson had communicated Dayton's letter to the government. Of course no motion for a presentment would ever have been made.
The Troop of Horse are to set out this morning at fun-rife.—The Light Infantry Companies are under marching orders at 12 o'clock.—As the Editor is attached to the corps of Republican Blues, he confidently trusts that his friends will excuse him from the discharge of his professional duties until his return—meantime he has requested a very intelligent friend to superintend his paper.
BALTIMORE, July 4. The reader will find under the Marine head in this morning's paper, at an arrival at this port from Amsterdam completely exposes the prematureity of the report from that place relative to the defeat of the French. Rumours prevailed at Amsterdam as late as May 25th, of a quite different nature, but as these in all probability are as baseless as the one by the Hazard, via Providence, we decline giving publicity to them. American
PHILADELPHIA, July 3. His Catholic Majesty has been pleased to appoint the Marquis de Casa Yrujo, his envoy extraordinary and minister Plenipotentiary near the king of Italy, and in order to re-establish the communication with the government of the United States, we understand he has appointed the Chevalier de Foronda his Charge d'Affairs, until the arrival of the Chevalier Don Nicholas Blanco de Orozco, who is nominated to succeed the Marquis.
NOTICE. That by virtue of a Deed of Trust , executed by John B. Winn to us, and duly proved and admitted to record in the district court held in this city; we shall on Tuesday the 21st day of the ensuing month, expose to sale by public auction, upon the premises for ready money, NE half acre LOT No. 698, opposite to the residence of the Rev'd. Wm. Dawson in this city: There is upon the said Lot, an excellent Kilk of Bricks, and which are nearly burnt, containing as is supposed at least, 75,000, and which will be disposed of with the Lot as appurtenant thereto, or so much thereof, as may be necessary to raise the sum of 200L. with the costs and charges of executing this trust.
SAML. MCCRAW, } Trustees. Wm. McKIM, } Richmond, July 8. tdf.
CHARLES F. GRETER, TAYLOR AND HABIT-MAKER, Respectfully informs his friends and the public generally, that he has commenced business next door to Mr. Crouche's old City Hotel, and a short distance from the Eagle-Tavern, in the City of Richmond:
WHERE all kinds of work in the above branch will be executed with neatness and punctuality. Ladies may be accommodated with the newest fashions of Riding-Dresses, Pelices, Roculars, and Spencer. He flatters himself that by his thorough knowledge of and attention to the above business, to merit the patronage of a generous public. He also, acquaints them, that he is in possession of a peculiarly elegant pattern for summer Dresses for boys from 4 to 10 years of age.
CHARGES MODERATE. N.B. An APPRENTICE of respectable connections and well recommended, will be taken to the above business. July 7. 4laww.
ALL persons who have not satisfied their subscriptions to the PUBLIC DINNER , at the Capitol, on the fourth instant, are informed that the subscriber being called out upon public duty, has authorized the Bar-keeper at the Union-Tavern, to receive payment and grant discharges.—He flatters himself that his absence, will not, upon this occasion, operate to his injury. P. MOSELEY. July 8.
S. JACOBS, Being about to decline the DRY GOOD business , (in which he has been engaged for some time,) requests all those indebted to him to make payment, as suits will be instituted against all delinquents at the August term ; and if any have claims against him, they shall be paid on being presented. —Lately received a well selected assortment of— GOODS.
Suited to the present and approaching season which will be sold at the lowest possible price, AMONG WHICH ARE—
1 Pair Kid and Mo- Fancy and Leno Mullins 4 rocco Shoes, best and Veils. quality. Checked Silks, Shawls & 2 bales Mowattanas, Habit Shirts, 1 Do. Coffee, Hosiery, Gloves & Cal- 1 Do. fine blue Cotton, licoes, 1 Do. Checks, Cotton & Silk Umbrellas, 3 Do. blue Gilly Handk's Superfine and common legalsize cotton and thread Cloths, &c. &c. Laces, Gun Powder by the Keg. tf.
JAMES RIVER COMPANY.
At a meeting of the President and Directors of the James River Company , on the 3d July, 1807:
RESOLVED, That the Treasurer pay to the shareholders, a dividend of six per cent. on their respective shares, for twelve months ending the 30th June last.
Extract from the Minutes, ROBERT POLLARD, Clk. July 7. 2d it.
DR. THOMAS B. W. GRAY, RESPECTFULLY informs the public that he intends to practice Physic, Surgery and Midwifery at Tappahannock, and hopes that by an unremitting attention to all the duties in the different departments of his profession, he will give general satisfaction, and merit the confidence and patronage of all those who may please to confide him. He also proposes to keep constantly for sale, and upon moderate terms, the various medicines which are generally known and used. July 8. 2m.
WINES, &c. PORT, CLARET & ST. GEORGE'S WINE, in bottles, and a constant supply of— BOTTLED PORTER, ALE & CYDER, —FOR SALE BY— D. J. BURR.
Also:—A consignment of good Northern CHEESE. July 8. lawgw.
Bank of Virginia, 8th July, 1807. The President and Directors have this day declared a dividend of 4 per cent. in the Capitol Stock; which will be paid after the fifteenth instant. JOHN BROCKENBROUGH, Cashier. July 8. 3t.
FOR SALE, 175 Ton Liverpool Stoved Salt, 80 Do. Do. Common Do. 60 Pieces Sacking, 50 Crates well assorted Earthen Ware, On board the ship Viligant , Capt. Bosworth, at Barnum's Hundred. Apply to, WM. BROWN & Co. July 8. tf.

TEN DOLLARS REWARD. And all legal and reasonable charges paid, for information leading to the apprehension of the person who stole from the subscriber, near Charles City, a small black negro man, named BILLY, alias WILL, about 30 years of age, 5 feet 6 or 7 inches high, has a small scar over one of his eyes, walks very awkward, which is occasioned by his turning his toes very much inward—he appears to be lame when he walks—he is an ill-looking fellow, rather a bushy head of hair, which he sometimes ties, and at times wears a hat, he is a rough hewer, and an excellent sawyer, having been employed at that business for ten or twelve years past; he left Charles City about Christmas last, and was on the 20th January following committed to Rockingham jail, which he broke in a few days, and has not been heard of since. It is supposed he will make towards Winchester, or Hobbs-Hole, where he was raised in the Brockenbrough family, but he has not been among them for the last 10 or 12 years; he will probably change his name and clothes, the latter of which were when he ran away, a blanketing great coat, and a grey coloured round coat and pantaloon. DAVID WATTS, sen. May 19. law3m.
FITZWILLIAMSON & POTTER. Have just received from London, a large supply of STATIONARY, which, with the stock formerly on hand, makes up an extensive assortment of WRITING PAPER, for blank Books, of all sizes, and of the very first quality. Various kinds of foolscap and letter Paper, Hot-pressed post, gilt and plain, Elegantly engraved and plain visiting Cards, Drawing Books, Pencils and Water-Colors, Genuine Writing, Marking and Copying Ink, Fine Quills, Sealing-Wax and Wafers, Chisels and playing Cards, Improved Globes, Excellent Pen-knives, A large collection of Music, Fashionable Paper-hangings, &c. &c. Their stock of Day-Books, Journals and Ledgers, and of other Blank-Books, for County Courts, Sheriff's, and private Gentlemen, is very extensive, and warranted of the best materials. They have also an assortment of School-Books, of approved editions, and some esteemed works on the different subjects of Law, Phylic, Divinity and Miscellaneous Literature. May 15. law3m.
ROISTER & BOHANNON. Respectfully inform their friends and the public generally, that they have just received a general assortment of GROCERIES, which they will sell low for cash, country produce, or good acceptance in town: —AMONGST WHICH ARE— BROWN Sugar in hds. & Madera } Loaf, do. do. } Sherry } Coffee in barrels and } Lisbon } bags, } Malaga } Imperial } Affortment of Jugs 3 & 4 Young Hyson } gals. each. Hyson Skin } Bell Cognac Brandy, Pepper, } Holland Gin, Pimento, } Country ditto, Nutmegs, } Apple Brandy, Antigua } Pint and 1 pint Tumblers, W. India } do. do. Decanters, N. England } London Mustard by box, Molasses in hds. & bks. } Playing Cards assorted, Walkey in ditto, } Cotton do. of sup. quality. Sack Salt, } A few pieces India Cot- Crates ware assorted, } with a number of other Leaper's Snuff, } articles, which they Hibbert's brown Stout } mean to keep constant- and Porter, } on hand. June 24. lawtf.
FOR SALE. THE TAN-YARD in this place, formerly occupied by Wm. Hamby, which is now in good repair, with every improvement necessary to carry on the business extensively. The stock in said yard which is now in full operation, would be sold also, so that a purchaser would have an opportunity of commencing the business under every advantage the situation is capable of. A very liberal credit will be given for both the yard and stock, on receiving satisfactory security for the payment of the purchase money, for terms apply to John Cunningham & Co. Richmond, or to JOHN & E. CUNNINGHAM. Carterville, June 18.
Also for sale or rent: A convenient BRICK LUMBER-HOUSE, situated on the bank of the basin, particularly adapted to the easy reception and storage of flour. &c. For this property a liberal credit will be given if sold, on receiving satisfactory security for the payment of the purchase money, or it may be rented on easy terms and immediate possession obtained, by applying as above. Carterville June 20. lawtf.
NOTICE. All persons having claims against the estate of Walter Irvine, dec'd. are requested to come forward with their accounts properly authenticated for adjustment—and those that are indebted thereto, will be requested to settle their accounts by bond or otherwise, as speedily as possible, the estate not being in a situation to grant long indulgence. Having appointed Mr. Charles A. Scott and Thomas Pittman as agents for the above purposes, their acts, or either of them, shall be binding on ANN E. IRVINE, Adm'x. or WALTER IRVINE, dec'd. Those that are indebted to the late firm of Irvine and Pittman, are requested to come forward, to have their accounts settled. THOMAS PITTMAN, Surviving partner of IRVINE and PITTMAN. lawtf. June 10.
A PROPOSITION. An interest in a law suit, now depending in the Superior Court of Chancery, held in the City of Richmond, will be given in exchange for good Western Lands. By addressing a letter to A. B. Williamsburg, further information may be received. The suit above alluded to, has for its object, the recovery of a large sum of money. The gift of the action in a deed of trust, in which five brick and one wooden houses &c. (situate in this city) are conveyed. Some complexity attends the cause—but the ultimate success of a final recovery, depends merely upon a brief application to the court. N. B. for the next ensuing 3 or 10 days, any enquiry in writing, left at the Post-Office, in this place, (directed as above,) will meet attention. June 10. law2m.
On Monday the third day of August next, pursuant to a decree of King William County Court, will be sold, to the highest bidder, for ready money, so much of the TRACT OF LAND, whereon Francis West & Co. now reside, in the upper part of said County, as will raise the sum of five hundred dollars and interest from the first day of January last, with a small additional sum for costs of suit and charges of sale. BEVERLY ROBINSON, Comr. JOHN FOX, July 1. law4w.
TO RENT. For three or five years: THAT valuable TAN-YARD of the late Mr. Jacob Beckins, and now occupied by the Subscriber situated on the main-street of this city, between the Capitol and Basin of the canal, its conveniences are superior to any other of this place. A large Currying Shop, Cellar and drying loft, a spacious Bark House, two Bark Mills and Houses, a Beam House and every other requisite for the tanning of from 2 to 3000 hides a year, exclusive of skins. Also on the same tenement a convenient DWELLING HOUSE, Kitchen, Smoke House, Stable and Garden, the renter may be accommodated with about one hundred cords of excellent red and black oak Bark, now in the Bark House at a fair price. Proposals for the above will be received by the Subscriber. Bond with approved security will be required, and possession given of the whole, except a few of the vats, on the first of September next. The reason assigned for offering the foregoing property for rent, is the ill state of health of the Subscriber to pay that attention the business requires. MARCUS ELLCAN. April 3. lawtf.
A VALUABLE MANUFACTURING MILL FOR SALE. The subscriber offers for sale his MILL, on Southanna-River, in the county of Hanover, about ten miles from the Court-House, and twenty from this place; it is situated in a neighbourhood remarkable for making wheat of an excellent quality, and on a never failing stream. The Mill-House is 50 by 30 feet, two stories high, in which are three pair of stones. The machinery is now undergoing a thorough repair, and will soon be in complete order. I am willing to accommodate the purchaser with a credit of six or seven years, and receive payment by annual installments. Possession may be had by the 10th next month. If a sale is not made previous to that date, I shall be disposed to purchase wheat delivered at the Mill; will also continue to manufacture crops on the usual terms. ROBERT POLLARD. June 13. law3w.
FOR SALE. By the subscriber, three hogs below the market bridge, 25 HDS. of CIDER VINEGAR. Of superior quality, which will be disposed of, on moderate terms, by wholesale and retail. SAMUEL WHITE. May 13. law6m.
A CAUTION. THE repeated, and almost daily injuries that I experience, from the licentious conduct of many of those, who range through my Fields with their Dogs and Guns; constrains me to give public notice, that I have instructed my Overseer, Thomas Fortune, to prevent in future, all persons from Hunting and Shooting upon my Lands, near the City of Richmond, or of passing through the enclosed parts thereof. Those of my orderly neighbors, who are fond of such field amusements, may be assured, that it would give me pleasure to treat them with every mark of civility: but if they will be pleased to consider, that a partial indulgence of this kind, from the locality of my Lands, is impracticable, & what the derangement must be to my stock, to have often, especially on Sundays & Holidays, disorderly persons with their Dogs, traversing every part of my plantation, & not unfrequently committing considerable depredations, I am persuaded, that they will not deem this prohibition unkind, or too rigid. If the evil experienced was to continue in as great a degree, as it has done for some time past, it would be rather a misfortune than a benefit, to be the proprietor of land for cultivation, so near the city. Persons disregarding this notice, will be dealt with, as the law provides in such cases. JACQUELINE D. HANCOCK B'lyders, June 20. 4w.
FOR SALE. TWO TENEMENTS, nearly opposite the Bell-Tavern, containing 42 feet front and 90 deep, at present occupied by Samuel Bell and Wm. Sanderson. Also a LOT, on the cross street leading from the Bell-Tavern, containing 28 feet front and 40 deep.—One third cash will be required, and 6 and 12 months for the balance. I am authorised to sell a BRICK HOUSE on Shockoe Hill, conveniently situated for a family, for which good bonds will be taken. THOS. NORVELL. June 27. tf.
ROCKINGHAM SPRINGS, VIRGINIA. The subscribers have opened a HOUSE of ENTERTAINMENT, at the Rockingham Springs, about four miles from Harrisonburg and two from Kesell-Town. WHERE they will use their best endeavors to render the place comfortable to such as may think proper to visit it. For two years past, these springs, have been occasionally attended by invalids and although no accommodations within a convenient distance to the Spring could be had; yet it may be said with truth, that many received considerable benefit. The terms of boarding and lodging will be, for Gentlemen and Ladies three dollars and 50 cents per week—for Children and Servants one dollar and seventy-five cents—pasturage for Horses 25 cts per week. Gentlemen may purchase Grain in the neighborhood, or it will be furnished at a reasonable rate by the subscribers. HENRY OVERLEY, JONATHAN TAYLOR. July 1. lawtf.
NOTICE. The Books, Papers and Accounts of the late Mercantile firm of McCREADIE & McMILLAN, of the City of Richmond, being now in the possession of George McCreddie, one of the administrators of John McCreddie, deceased, who was the surviving partner of McCreddie & McMillan: THEREFORE, all those who are indebted either by specialty or otherwise, are requested to make immediate payment to George McCreddie, or make such other arrangement as may be most conducive to the interest of the said concern, as well as to the debtors thereof. It is expected that due attention will be paid to this notice, as it is desirable that a close should be immediately made of the transactions of the above mentioned firm. NANCY McCREADIE, Adm'x. JAMES PENN, GEORGE McCREADIE, Manchester, July 1. tf.
FOR SALE, FIVE hundred and thirty acres of LAND, in a Brunswick county, Virginia, well timbered, lying on the Rappahannock, about 5 miles from the Court-House. For terms apply to Mr. Wm. E. Brodnax, in the same county, or the subscriber living in Rockingham county, N. C. JOHN RUFFIN. May 6. tf.
THE SUBSCRIB>THE SUBSCRIBERS, Having taken a House from door below the Bell-Tavern, offers for Sale, under the firm of WHITE & SHELTON. A GENERAL assortment of GROCERIES, which they will dispose of on very moderate terms, for Cash, Country produce, or approved paper. ISAAC WHITE, JOHN S. SHELTON December 23. ep tf.
DOCTOR WELLFORD MAY be consulted at the WARM SPRINGS, at any time from the 10th day of July to the end of the month; and after that period, at the SWEET SPRINGS, until the middle of September. June 27. tf.
TOBACCO LAND FOR SALE. In Amherst County, on Harford's Creek—509 acres of RICH TOBACCO LAND, formerly the property of Mr. Daniel Warwick, and known by the name of Wincanton. This Land has the advantage of lying on the main road leading from Amherst Court-House to Waverly's Ferry, on James River, a valuable Rand for a country Store, with a frame-house for that purpose, and sufficiently large, having two rooms below and two above stairs, with a good brick chimney and well-undersigned with brick. Also a Lumber-Store, sixteen feet square, with a cellar of its full size, walled up with stone. There is also a Taylor and Saddler's Shop, and other out-houses. Likewise a tolerable good Dwelling-House, with three Rooms below and two above stairs, a Kitchen, Dairy, and other out-houses within a mile of the Store, suitable for a private family. This Tract of Land is only seven miles from Bethel, where there is an inspection of Tobacco, and within eighteen miles of Lynchburg. As it is presumed no person will be inclined to purchase without viewing the premises; they will be shown by Messrs. Taliaferro and Loring, who live within a few miles of Wincanton, and are fully empowered to make sale, and the terms of payment may be known from them, as also on application to THOMAS GILLIAT. Richmond, June 20. tf.
The above Tract of Land and improvements will be offered for sale at Amherst Court-House, on Monday the 17th day of August next, (being court day,) on a credit of one, two and three years, if punctually paid, if not, to carry interest from day of sale. A deed of trust will be required on the premises or satisfactory security for punctual payment. N. B. There are 100 acres of James River Low-Grounds.
NOTICE. All persons having claims against the estate of John Pendleton, esq. late of the City of Richmond, dec'd. are requested to exhibit them to either of the subscribers as speedily as possible. GEO. PICKETT, ROBERT POLLARD, CHS. JOHNSTON, N. SHEPPARD. November 18. tf. Administrators.
NOTICE. I WISH to Lease the PLANTATION on which Mrs. Jane Howard now lives, from one to five years. Any person who wishes to contract for said tract of land, will view the premises and make application to me at Richmond, or at Powhatan July court, at which place I shall attend. Provided I should not lease the property previously, it will be let up to the highest bidder on Monday succeeding said court, on the plantation. The Negroes will be hired with the land, if it is the wish of the Leaser. P.S. In case it should be leased previously, it will be made known. C. H. SAUNDERS. May 13. tf.
TO BE RENTED, And possession given in ten days; FOUR large, elegant and commodious STORES, in the most central and busy part of this City. To them are attached, elegant, airy and extensive accommodations for the families of the Tenants. JOHN MAYO. June 20. tf.
NOTICE. THE debtors to the late firm of GILLIAT and KIRBY, are hereby informed that Thomas Gilliat alone is empowered to receive payment of all the debts due to that concern. All persons having demands against them, are requested to apply to Thomas Gilliat, and those indebted to the firm, are earnestly requested to come forward without delay and discharge their respective debts. For JOHN GILLIAT, AND SELF, THOMAS GILLIAT, JAMES KIRBY. May 29. ep3m.
On Tuesday the 7th day of July next, I shall, by virtue of a Deed of Trust, executed to me, expose to PUBLIC AUCTION, for ready money, upon the premises, so much of the TENEMENT, lately owned by Francis Allison, as is now in the occupancy of Mr. Benj. James Harris—or such portion thereof, as may be sufficient to pay and satisfy the sum of £500, with interest thereon, from the 1st day of January, 1805, and the costs and charges attending the execution of this trust—that being the sum due, under the said Deed. SAML. McCRAW, Trustee. June 6. tf.
JUST RECEIVED, AND FOR SALE, At his Jewellery Store, A GENERAL assortment of Swords, Belts, Epaulettes, Plumes and Cocksades; also Drums and Files. ENOCH SULLIVAN. May 1. tf.
THE SUBSCRIBERS HAVING PURCHASED THE STOCK OF DRY GOODS, of Gilliat and Kirby, and taken the Store lately occupied by them, WILL carry on the business under the firm of KIRBY, DRAKE & TAYLOR. They will sell low for cash or on short credit, to punctual customers. JAMES KIRBY, RIVERS DRAKE, EDM'D. TAYLOR, jr. May 20. ep6w.
In pursuance of a decree of the Superior Court of Chancery for the district of Richmond; will be sold on the 6th day of July next, at the Tavern of Mr. Zachariah Brooks, in the town of Manchester: THE LOT, and Appurtenances in the said town, lately occupied by Mr. Wm. Robinson; the sale will be on twelve months credit, the purchaser to give a bond with security, to bear interest from the date. JOHN MINOR, Trustee. June 17. ep3w.
NOTICE. By virtue of a Deed of Trust from John Hopkins, Esq. agent for the Virginia Company, to the subscribers, for the purpose of securing the payment of one Thousand Four Hundred Pounds, with interest from 25th July, 1806, due to Thomas Rutherford— WILL BE SOLD, to the highest bidder, for ready money, before the Eagle-Tavern, in the City of Richmond, on Tuesday 28th July next: ALL the LAND belonging to the Virginia Company, lying between the Canal and James River, and near to said Rutherford's mill. ROBT. GAMBLE, GEO. JEFFERSON, ROBERT POLLARD, CH. JOHNSTON, May 13. tf.
REMOVAL. JACOB JOHNSTON, BOOKSELLER & STATIONER, MAIN STREET RICHMOND: Has removed his Store near the market-bridge, two doors below Messrs. Royster and Bohannon's, and adjoining Messrs. Darden's, Fogle and Satchell's auction store; HAS constantly for sale, on reasonable terms, an extensive assortment of BOOKS, in the different departments of literature, and more particularly, those articles suited to the demand of country merchants, whose orders he respectfully solicits. The upper part of the House to rent, with a convenient Kitchen, Yard, &c. June 20. ep1m.
RICHMOND TURNPIKE COMPANY. At a meeting of the Directors, held at the Eagle-Tavern, in the City of Richmond, on Monday evening the 6th of June, 1807, RESOLVED, That the Stock-holders in the said Company, pay to their Treasurer, on or before the first day of August next, the further sum of five dollars upon each share held by them respectively, in the said Company. A Copy, Teste, N. SHEPPARD, Clerk. May 20. tf.
THE SUBSCRIBERS HAVE JUST RECEIVED A SUPPLY OF COLOGNE MILL-STONES, OF DIFFERENT SIZES, WHICH will be disposed of for Cash or approved negotiable Notes at 60 days. TAYLOR & BROWN. June 10. tf.
At a Chancery District Court held in Williamsburg the 20th day of October, 1806. Robert Taylor, William Barham, vs. William Barham, BY consent of the parties, signified by their letters filed, the court doth adjudge, order and decree, unless the defendant do, on or before the first day of February next, pay unto the Plt. twenty pounds, three shillings, with interest thereon, to be computed at the rate of six per cent per annum, from the sixteenth day of September, 1806, and the costs expended in the prosecution of this prosecution of this suit, that the said defendant and his heirs, and all persons claiming under him, be from thenceforth barred and foreclosed of all equity and right, to redeem the one hundred and fifty acres of Land in the county of Essex, mentioned in the bill, and in the indenture of mortgage therein referred to, and filed as an exhibit, made the third day of December 1801, between the defendant of the one part and the Plt. of the other part, and in default of the payment of the said money, interest and costs at the time aforesaid, that Thomas Pitts jun. James Hunter, James M. Garnett and William Waring, or any three of them; after giving three weeks notice in one of the Richmond news-papers, do expose to public sale by auction, for ready money, the said one hundred and fifty acres of land, and out of the proceeds of the sale, pay unto the Plt. the said money, interest and costs, and the surplus of the proceeds of sale, if any, after deducting the expenses attendant thereon, pay unto the defendant, and make report thereof to the court, in order to a final decree. Plt. costs 20 dollars. 65 cents. A Copy. (Signed) ANTY. ROBINSON, c. c.
On Monday the 6th day of July ensuing, we shall attend on the Land mentioned in the foregoing copy of a decree of the Williamsburg Chancery District Court, and expose it to sale on the terms therein mentioned. THOS. PITTS, WILLIAM WARING, JAMES HUNTER. Essex, June 13. 3y.
FOR SALE, THAT well known Tavern, in the town of Charlottesville, Albemarle County, formerly the property of Isaac Miller, and now in the occupancy of Mr. Triplett T. Estes, consisting of an elegant two story House, sixty-six by forty feet, in excellent repair; in which there are on the first floor, four Rooms, a large and commodious Bar, and a passage through the centre of the building, eighteen feet wide. On the second floor, eight lodging Rooms, four of which are sufficiently large for the accommodation of travelling families. Also, a dining Room, immediately over the passage, of the same size of the passage: the Garret is divided into six different Rooms, four of which have Fire-places. There is also, an excellent well of water in the back yard, from whence water is conveyed by subterraneous pipes to the Bar, and different parts of the Lot. There are also, convenient and well furnished Stables, with Stalls for about fifty horses, together with thirty sheltered Stalls, raised on locust posts; and two inferior Stables; so that about one hundred horses can be accommodated on public days. There are also seven acres of Land, adjoining the town, and very convenient to the Stables; known by the name of Clover Lot, extremely rich and productive, and well enclosed. The whole of the buildings are ensured.—It would be useless to dilate on the eligibility of this stand for business of this sort, or the real value of this property, as every person inclined to purchase will enquire in to their lads; sufficient to say, that it is not exceeded by any, & equalled by few in all the upper country. The former proprietor, & his immediate successor, having in a few years made fortunes, and retired, & the present occupant rapidly following their steps. For the information of strangers, it may be observed, that at this house stop both the Richmond and Frederickburg stages, and by the same route pass a number of genteel families and others to the Springs every season. Also, at this place is held twice a year the District Court, composed of several of the most opulent Counties in Virginia. Also, spring and fall racing; these advantages, together with the County Courts, and one of the most public roads in the state, open a vast advantage to this house; it is now under lease to the present tenant for three years from October next, the benefit of which will be transferred to the purchaser, on the receipt of the first payment. Terms of sale, one third on the first of January next, and the balance in two equal annual payments from that date. Bond with approved security, and a deed of trust on the property to secure the payments, will be required, which are to bear interest from the date if not punctually paid will be required. If the above property is not sold before, it will be offered at public sale, on the premises on the fifteenth day of September next, if fair, if not, the next fair day. Stock of the Bank of Virginia, at its current value, would be received in payment for the whole, or any part, or undivided bonds due at the time of sale, for the two last payments, the ultimate payment being made entirely secure. For further particulars, enquire of Nathaniel and Benjamin Sheppard in Richmond, or the subscriber living at Scotch-Town, in Hanover. JOHN M. SHEPPARD. June 10. ep153.
NOTICE. In Pursuance of a Deed of Trust, bearing date the 14th day of August, 1806—between Andrew Lewis, of the county of Montgomery, of the first part, James Broom, of the City of Richmond, Merchant, of the second part, and myself of the third part, (sixty days having expired, from the 15th day of February, 1807,) I shall expose, or cause to be exposed to sale, for ready money, at Public Auction, 12 o'clock, at the Eagle-Tavern in the City of Richmond: ONE TRACT OF LAND, in the county of Kanawha, called Lewis's Salt Rock, now under lease to Abraham Trigg, and the patented Land, including the same, under the name of the Sassafras Bottom; & also two Tracts of Land, in the county of Botetourt, on Back-creek, which empties itself into Roanoke river, containing about five hundred acres, and purchased by the said Andrew Lewis, one from John Francis, and the other from Abraham Pickellmore; one of which, is a valuable Grist Mill; and also one half of the Coppermine tract of Land, in the county of Montgomery, on the west fork of the Little river, known by the name of Shelton's Coppermine; & also one, one Tract of Land, in the county of Albemarle, containing about 100 and thirty-five acres, formerly the property of David Wade; for the purpose of raising a sum of money, sufficient to discharge and pay to the said James Broom, the sum of four thousand and fifty-nine dollars and ninety-three cents, with interest from the said 15th day of February, 1807, and all costs and expenses attending the said sale. Deeds will be made to the purchasers in conformity with the said Deed of Trust. The sale will take place on the 18th July, 1807, at 12 o'clock. FRANCIS FOLLETT. June 20. tf.
TO BE SOLD, FOR READY MONEY, At the Eagle-Tavern, in the City of Richmond, on Monday the 20th day of July next, by virtue of a Deed of Trust, executed by John S. Moore, for the purpose of securing a debt therein specified, due to Walter Dand Gilliam. A TRACT OF LAND, lying partly in Hanover, and partly in Goochland, adjoining the Lands of Liddie Leake, Samuel Mofly, William Woodfin and others, and containing, by estimation, 560 acres, or so much thereof as will be sufficient to satisfy said debt, with the expenses attending the execution of the trust. By order of the Trustee. TAYLOR & BROWN, v. m. May 20. tf.
By virtue of a Deed of Trust, executed to us by Mr. William Skipwith, for the purpose of securing the payment of a certain sum of money, therein mentioned—see shall, on Monday the 20th of the ensuing month, between the hours of one and three o'clock, proceed to sell, at the Eagle-Tavern, in the City of Richmond, to the highest bidder, for ready money, THAT valuable TRACT OF LAND, lying in the county of Cumberland, called MILL-MOUNT, containing seven hundred acres—the same having been conveyed to the said William Skipwith, by Col. Henry Skipwith. We shall likewise, should the above mentioned Land not produce the necessary sum, proceed in like manner to sell one other TRACT OF LAND, in the county of Amelia, containing one hundred and thirty-five acres, together with a Grist-Mill thereon. The said Land and Mill having also been conveyed to the said Wm. Skipwith by the said Col. Henry Skipwith. JOSEPH SCOTT, W. WARDLAW, Trustees. June 20. tf.
By virtue of a Deed of Trust, executed on the 29th day of May, 1806; whereby David Ross conveyed to us, a tract of Land called Coles, in the county of Goochland, containing by a then late survey, 1510 acres; also, another tract a small distance from that called Coles, containing 200 acres, more or less, being the same land, that the said Ross purchased from John Hughes and wife, and also the tract of land called Mount Prospect, the greater part of which lies in Fluvanna, containing by estimation 1200 acres, except 225 acres heretofore sold by the said Ross, out of the said tract, to Samuel Pettit, to raise the sum of eleven thousand and four hundred dollars, with interest thereon, from the 1st January, 1807, together with all charges and expenses of sale; and in pursuance of a requisition made in writing, under the provisions of the said Deed; we shall on the 30th day of August next, before the front door of the Eagle-Tavern, in the city of Richmond, sell for ready money, all and singular, the land and estates above mentioned, at which time and place, conveyances will be made to the purchasers. A more particular description of the above property, may be seen by tracing the references contained in the said Deed now of record, in the general court, under an acknowledgment of the same in court, on the 12th June, 1806. THOS. NORVELL, W. ALLEN, WM. C. WILLIAMS. June 20. tf.
TO BE SOLD, On the premises, on the 29th of July next, for cash, a LOT OF GROUND, in the town of Columbia, in Fluvanna, designated in the plan of the said town by No. 63—and adjoining the Ware-house, on which there is a two storied Stone-House, now in the occupancy of Messrs. Herndon and Mont.—There is also on the said lot, a wooden building, of a moderate size. The aforesaid property is conveyed to us in trust, to secure a certain sum of money due by Wm. J. Stone, to Gilliam and Kirby and others. MATTHEW WILLIS, THOMAS WILLIS, WM. PASTEUR, Trustees. June 20. ep4w.
WASHINGTON TAVERN! ODEN & MOORE have taken the WASHINGTON TAVERN, adjoining the Capitol Square, lately occupied by Edward Hallam. As considerable expense, they have provided themselves with excellent accommodations for their friends, and invite their's and the public patronage. They are determined to keep as good a table and as genteel an inn as any in Richmond.—Furnished ROOMS, adjoining the Tavern, and every necessary attendance, for families travelling.—Both the Co-partners having been well-versed in this business, flatter themselves with the expectation of rendering general satisfaction. Richmond, February 17. tf.
TWENTY-FIVE DOLLARS REWARD. Run away from the subscriber, living near New-Castle, in the lower end of this county, on the 27th of March last, NEGRO MAN BILLY, about 50 years of age, and about 5 feet 6 or 7 inches high—he is of rather a delicate form, a little inclined to a yellowish complexion, and considerably marked in the face with the small-pox—his hair rather inclines to be bushy, this is not very long—he is a fellow of good understanding, a well informed mind, and very pious in his manner—he speaks rather quick & pert, and has a disposition to be very polite. He no doubt will attempt to change his appearance, by altering his name, changing his hair for a wig, &c. He is pretty well known in most parts of this state, as well as in the Carolinas and Georgia, as the waitingman and fiddler of Mr. Nicholas M. Johnson, of whom I purchased him. His wife lives in Richmond, where he has frequently been since his escape, and he was also a part of his time in Petersburg, and his wife has a daughter, a free woman, living in Norfolk, where it is probable he has been also—though having no general acquaintance, there is no knowing where he will keep himself. I will give the above reward to any person who will deliver the said runaway to me, in Hanover. P. STREET. June 10. tf.
LOTS FOR SALE. On Tuesday the 9th day of July next, at ten o'clock in the forenoon, on the premises, will be sold, at public auction, SIXTEEN half acre LOTS, situate on the north side of Bacon-Quarter Branch, in or adjoining the city of Richmond, denoted and known by the survey made by Richard Young for Wm. Duvall, by the No's. 311, 312, 321, 322, 319, 320, 313, 314, 293, 294, 295, 296, 297, 298, 299 and 300. Terms of payment will be made known at the time of sale. Any person inclined to purchase at private sale, either the whole or part of these Lots, may know particulars by applying to ALEX. QUARRIER, or, JOHN RICHARD. May 5. tf.
THE sale of the above-mentioned sixteen Lots, is postponed until Monday, the 13th July, at noon, of which day, it will take place at the Eagle-Tavern, in the City of Richmond, when a plot showing the position of the several Lots will be produced, till then may be seen at Mr. John Satchell's. In the mean while any persons desirous of viewing the property will be accompanied to the spot by one of the subscribers. ALEX. QUARRIER, JOHN RICHARD. July 1. tf.
FOR SALE, By EDWARD HALLAM, THREE Hundred Barrels good merchantable CORN. Also, a few Thousand Wt. SALT-PETRED BACON. July 1. tf.