The enquirer (Richmond, Va.), 1807-01-06 00:00:00

The Enquirer.
PUBLISHED BY THOMAS RITCHIE, OPPOSITE THE POST-OFFICE.....AT FIVE DOLLARS PER ANNUM.....(PAYABLE IN ADVANCE.)
NUMBER 75.]
RICHMOND, TUESDAY MORNING, JANUARY 6, 1807.
[VOLUME 3.]
VIRGINIA BANK STOCK.....at par.
Richmond Prices Current.
   Dolls. Cts.     Tobacco, 5 75   Wheat, New, 1 10   Flour—Superfine, New, 6 50   fine, 5 50   Corn per barrel, 5   Bacon—per lb. 12   Bar Iron—per ton, 120   Whiskey—per gallon, 58  
Sales at Auction.
On Friday the 16th January next, will positively be sold by the Subscribers, on the premises at 11 o'clock A. M. for approved endorsed negotiable notes at 90 days:
FOUR acreable LOTS, containing by survey 3 of an acre each making the half acre Lot known in the plan of the city, by the No. 214, and nearly opposite to the Lot in front of the residence of William Hayes, Esq.
PROSSER & MONCURE, Auc'rs.
Dec. 27. tdf.
Sales at Auction.
VALUABLE LOTS—FOR SALE, On a credit of six, twelve and eighteen months, On Tuesday the 13th day of January next, at noon, on the premises, will be offered for sale by public auction:
FOUR half acre LOTS adjoining each other, & forming what is usually called a square, described in the plan of the city, by the numbers 151, 152, 159 and 160.
Darmstadt, Foyler and Satcliff, Auc'rs.
Dec. 27. ep tdf.
IN CHANCERY.
Powhatan County Court, October 16, 1806. Tartan Cox, Plff. against, Josiah Thompson, executor of Josiah Thompson, deceased, and Thomas Watkins, Def's.
This day came the Plaintiff by John Lane, Esquire, his attorney, and the defendant, Josiah Thompson, not having entered his appearance and given security according to law, and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court, that the said defendant is not an inhabitant of this state: Therefore, on the motion of the plaintiff by his attorney aforesaid, it is ordered that the said defendant Josiah Thompson appear here on the third Wednesday in February next, and answer the Plaintiff's bill, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some newspaper printed in the city of Richmond for two months successively, and that another copy be posted at the front door of the court, house of this county for two successive court days.
A Copy. Teste, JAMES POINDEXTER. C'k. Nov. 21. eo2m4.
IN CHANCERY.
Louisa County, October Court, 1806. Joseph Beckley Plff. against, Robert Bell, Benjamin Henson, James Bates and Warner Broadus, Def's.
The defendant Robert Bell, not having entered his appearance and given security, according to the act of Assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court, that he is not an inhabitant of this state: therefore on the motion of the plaintiff by his attorney; it is ordered and decreed by the court that the said defendant Bell, do appear here on the second Monday in January next, and answer the plaintiff's bill, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some one of the public newspapers printed in the city of Richmond for eight weeks successively, and posted at the front door of the court-house of this county on some court day.
A Copy. Teste, JOHN POINDEXTER, C. L. C. Nov. 11. eo3m
LAND FOR SALE.
The subscriber will sell on moderate terms, $70 Acres of LAND, lying in Amherst county, on the waters of James River. There is a small quantity of excellent low grounds on this tract, and the balance rich high land. There are two very good Mill seats on this tract, a comfortable dwelling house and other necessary out houses. He will, also, dispose of a tract of sixty acres of land in said county, of good quality. On this tract is an excellent Grist Mill lately built upon a never failing stream, and some other improvements. Considerable indulgence will be given for the greater part of the purchase money.
N. VANSTAVEN.
December 30. law 4t.
WILL BE SOLD,
To the highest bidder, for ready money, on the premises, on the 31st day of January next, by virtue of a Deed of Trust executed by Matthew Brown of Albemarle County, to John Nicholas and John Kelly, to secure the payment of a sum of money due to John M. Shepard of Hanover County, as expressed in the said Deed, with legal interest and charges attending the said sale.
A PART of the TRACT of LAND, lying in the Northward, whereon the said Brown now lives. The sale will take place between the hours of twelve and four o'clock, P. M.
JOHN NICHOLAS, JOHN KELLY, Dec. 30. eo2m4.
NEW STORE.
TO BE SOLD CHEAP, OPPOSITE THE EAGLE TAVERN.
SIMPSON MORRIS,
From London, begs leave to inform the public, that he has just imported from London, a large assortment of Fashionable DRY GOODS, fit for the approaching season, which he offers now for sale, on very low terms at the above house, viz.
BLACK and Colored Men's, Women's and Children's Worsted Hose; also, Men's, Women's and Children's assorted White Cotton Hose of excellent quality, with and without Lace Cuffs; also, Women's Broadcloths, Plain Velvets, Cuts Velvets, Corduroys, Thicksets, Bennett's patent Cord, Toiletsets; Stocking breeches pieces, Swansdown, Florentine Silk, Black Twilled Sarfnet, Black and White French and Brussel Laces, Fresh new pattern Ribbands, Bandanoe Handkerchiefs; a handsome assortment of Printed and Twilled Shawls, Durants of different colors, Common and Fine 7-8 and 4-4 Irish Linen, Fine Long Lawns, Sheetings, White Corded Dimities, Cheque for Aprons, Bed Furnitures, Printed Calicoes, a large assortment of Fine Plain and Fancy Muffin, Cambric Muffin; also, Real French Cambric, Red and White Flannels, Printed Dimity, Printed and White Quiltings and Marstelles, and a variety of other articles too tedious to mention.
December 11. eo2m4.
By a resolution of the Common Council of the City of Richmond, passed the 17th of December 1806, the Clerk of the said Council is directed to cause to be published in the Enquirer, the first and second sections of an Ordinance entitled "An Ordinance for establishing a regular police in the City of Richmond and its liberties," passed on that day, once a week for three weeks successively, which sections are as follows:
SEC. 1. Be it ordained by the President and Common Council of the City of Richmond in Common Hall assembled, and it is hereby ordained by the authority of the same, that every person who shall hereafter move to the said city, shall, within one month after he or she shall remove to the same, report to the mayor for the time being, whether it be his or her with to become a resident thereof and the occupation, if any, pursued by him or her; and also the number of free persons belonging to his or her family, ascertaining therein their names, ages, and sexes; whereupon the said mayor with the concurrence of some other magistrate of the city, may, if they see cause, rule such person to give security, in such sum as they may think sufficient, that he or she, his or her family or any member thereof, will not within the space of twelve months become a charge to the city, and that he or she will, during that term, pay all taxes and assessments of the Corporation; and every person failing to make such report and to give such security when required, shall be liable to be removed from the city at the discretion of any two magistrates thereof. On failure of such information being given to the Mayor by any person removing to this city within the time specified, any constable who may first give such information, shall be entitled to receive from every person twenty-five cents for each member of his family which may have been so reported by such constable to be recoverable by warrant before any Magistrate, if payment thereof be refused.
Sec. 2. And be it further ordained that every person residing within the city who is owner of slaves, shall annually, in the month of March, register with the commissioner of the city taxes all the slaves in his or her possession, designating their names, ages, and sexes, and that all persons residing within the city or its liberties, who hire slaves by the year, shall in like manner, in the said month of March, register with the said commissioner, the names of all slaves hired by him or her and the names of the person or persons of whom the same shall be hired; and any person or persons who shall hire slaves from others, who shall fail to make such register shall forfeit and pay the sum of one Dollar for each slave hired by him and not registered. And all owners of slaves who shall fail to make registry of such slaves according to the directions of this Ordinance, shall forfeit and pay the sum of one Dollar, which penalties shall be recovered by warrant before any magistrate, one moiety for the use of the informer, and the other for the benefit of the city.
The ordinance from which the above sections are taken commences and will be in force on the first day of February next.
N. SHEPPARD, C. C. C. Dec. 22. law 3t.
NOTICE.
All persons having claims against the estate of John Pendleton, est. 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. Administrators. November 18. tf.
FOR SALE,
MILITARY CERTIFICATES: BEARING 6 per cent interest, receivable at the Treasury in discharge of taxes, due previous to the year 1798. Apply to THOMAS WILSON. Dec. 9. tf.
FOR SALE,
CLOVER-FARM, whereon I now live, laying in Louisa county, on the South Anna River, adjoining the Land of Capt. James Wilson and Mr. Edward Garland, containing 309 1-2 acres; the plantation in good repair. On this Land are valuable meadows well wet with timothy and herds grass, and a great deal more ready prepared for feeding. There is a good Apple Orchard, with a variety of other fruit trees; there is a number of highly manured Lots with a very highly manured garden. The situation is a very handsome & pleasant one; the improvements are very convenient and comfortable and are insured. A great bargain may be had in this valuable property, the present crop of Tobacco will show the fertility of the soil. If it is not sold privately before Louisa January court, it will then be sold at public sale.
A small part of the purchase money will be required in hand, the balance to be paid in two equal annual payments. F. L. CAMPBELL. Louisa, Dec. 16. 2aw3w.
REMOVAL.
The Subscribers have removed their COMPTING HOUSE, from the Main-Street to one of David Bullock's Brick Buildings, at the lower end of the Basin, between the Tenements occupied by C. and T. Saunders, and Norvell, Wyatt and Bullock—where they continue their purchases of wheat as usual.—They also keep for sale a regular supply of Flour, Corn Meal, Hominy and Bran.
THOMAS & AMOS LADD. 10 Mo. 3d, 1806. ep tf.
ANDREW JAMIESON's
ALEXANDRIA CRACKERS, Now Landing,
CONSIGNMENT by Mr. Jamieson, direct from the Bakery, of his far-fam'd excellent Crackers, in barrels, half bbls. and kegs. Also superfine Pilot-Bread, in bbls. and tonnage, (at the Bakery price in Alexandria, and charges,) at the Store lately occupied by Messrs. Granberry and Hancock, by JAMES SMITH.
Who has in Store, low-priced blue sack Lst Cloth, and assorted Flannels, which he will sell at bargain. Also—India Piece Goods—cheap. Dec. 2. tf.
A GREAT Bargain offered in 735 acres of
LAND, lying in King & Queen county, one & one half miles from York River, and bounded by Poquoson Creek, the Lands of captain William Shackelford and Zachariah Shackelford. This land is level, fertile and well timbered, with tolerable good buildings and excellent water.—The abundance of fish and oysters at the very spot, may also be mentioned as a great inducement to any person wishing to purchase. This Land may be had low for cash, or good bonds at short payment. For further particulars apply to John H. Smith, or to the subscriber.
JOHN TEMPLE. Wachapreague, September 26. tf.
FOR THE FARMER'S VIRGINIA ALMANACK,
for the Year 1807, printed by Thomas Ritchie, is now for sale, by the gross, dozen or single, at the ENQUIRER Book-Store. Also—A General Assortment of Lawyer's and Sheriff's BLANKS, just printed.
JOHN TOMPKINS,
HAS received an assortment of GOODS Consisting of FLANNELS, Coatings, Blankets, Rose and Duffel Drabs, Frize, Kerseys, Feanough, Cloths, Carpets and Carpeting, Bombazettes, Swansdown, Patent Cord, Powder and Shot, Downs, Sheetings, Kerseymere, Calicoes and Muffins, &c. &c. which he will dispose of on very liberal terms, by the piece or package. Nov. 14. tf.
THE General Meeting of the Mutual Insurance
Company against Fire on Goods and Furniture in the State of Virginia, will take place at Fletcher's Tavern in this City, at 11 o'clock in the forenoon, of the second Monday in the next month. Wm. H. FITZHUGHSON, F. A. December 20. ep2j.
McCAY & COWAN,
HAVE received by the late arrivals from London, a large and fashionable assortment of Gold and Silver WATCHES, with a variety of articles of Jewellery and Silver Work. Also, an assortment of Watch Makers TOOLS and materials; which, with their former stock, renders their assortment very general. All of which they offer at the most reduced prices for cash. December 13. tf.
THE SUBSCRIBERS,
Having taken a House a few doors 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.
SELLING OFF CHEAP.
M. & B. MEYERS, intending to decline the retail business, offer for sale, at reduced prices, the whole or any part of their present stock of
DRY GOODS,
Consisting of a variety of useful and fashionable articles—to wit:
RISH LINENS, Flanders Sheetings, Osnaburgs, HOLLANDS, Long-lawns, Linen and Cotton Cambricks, Superfine and second Broad Cloth, and Kerseymere, Blankets, Coatings and Flannels, Bennetts and Fancy cords and Velvets, Swansdown and Molekins, Rich figured Satins, Silver-Muffins, Saracens; Italian Lute-stringings, Cotton and Silk Chambrays of very handsome patterns. A few excellent silk Pelisses, Glove and Hosiery, elegant Plumes, wreaths and fancy Head Ornaments, a variety of handsome Ribbons. Table Cloths and Napkins in sets. 3-4, 7-8 & 10-4 Diapers. A few sets of China in boxes of 40 pieces. Sets of Cut Glass Decanters, Wine and Tumblers, glass Bowls, species-bottles, Hall Lamps, &c. &c.
Those who buy with cash, will be allowed a very liberal Discount, which will be encreased according to the augmentation of the amount of their purchase at any one time. On any sums of consequence, a credit if required, will be given of three to six months. The purchaser giving approved negotiable paper. For sale, also, as usual, a complete assortment of Dutch Bolting-Cloths. Dec. 11. ep tf.
BELL TAVERN!!
The Subscriber begs leave to inform his friends and the public, that he has taken the house in Manchester, formerly called the Rising-Sun-Tavern, and occupied by Mrs. Leath, and having furnished himself with good Beds and the best of Liquors, Grain, &c. he flatters himself from paying particular attention, he will be able to give general satisfaction.
ROBERT MCTYRE.
N. B. A Waggon and fix Mules, a good Riding-Horse, and a Jack of good flock—for sale. Manchester, Dec. 2. tf.
JOHN ALCOCK,
INFORMS the Citizens of Richmond, and the public in general, that he has moved to the City of Richmond, where he has opened a complete assortment of Merchandise, next door to Messrs. Prosser and Moncure's Venue Store, and opposite the Eagle; consisting partly of the following articles:—
LONDON Spring, Pannet and hand-Saws, Cast-steel and German do. Cast-steel Files of every description, Till Locks, bras and iron, Wood Screws of every size, 3d. 4d. & 6d. wrought Sprigs, 10d. & 20d. wrought Nails, 2d. & 3d. fine drawn Clouts, Saddler's Tacks of every size, Bras Nails, Straining & Girt Webb, Plated Bridle Bits assorted, Do. firrup Irons do. Brass mounted steel blade Squares, Bras and Iron chamber door Locks of every size, Stock Locks of all sizes, Looking and Ladies dressing Glasses, Plated Moulding, Silver mounted Whips of every size, Carpenters & Joiners Tools of every description.
Also, an assortment of DRY GOODS.
Superfine Cloths and Cashmere, Bennet's Velvet and Patent Cord, Manchester Stuffs, Fashionable Silk Hose, Rose and Duffel Blankets, Coarse Linens, and a number of other articles too tedious to insert; all of which will be sold low. December 13. tf.
JOHN ALCOCK,
INFORMS his friends and the public, that he still carries on his CABINET MANUFACTORY in all its branches. He has removed his Warehouse in the front house of William Alt's, Esq. and adjoining the Fire Insurance Office, where he has a large quantity of ready made work on hand, which he will sell low. He flatters himself that if any persons are in want of anything in the Cabinet line, they may be supplied. I am determined to have good warranted work done on the lowest terms. Any orders left at my Warehouse with Mr. John Gray, my foreman, or at my store, shall be punctually attended to, and great care taken in delivering the furniture. December 13. tf.
THE Subscriber,
has taken the Store lately occupied by Granberry and Hancock, where he offers for sale at reduced prices, 3 Bales blue Cloths A consignment from the 1 Bale assorted Flannels Manufacturer. Also—A few bales of India piece Goods. October 28. JAMES SMITH. tf.
BURR MILL STONES, OF ALL SIZES; and
PLASTER OF PARIS, of an excellent quality, FOR SALE, AS usual. WILLIAM DAVIDSON, near the Market. Dec. 4. [ep tf.]
JOHNSON & REAT,
JEWELLERS & SILVER-SMITHS. Have for sale at their store three doors below Messrs. Taylor and Brown's Venue Office, and a few doors above the Bell Tavern, the following articles, viz:
PLATED Tea Pots, Sugar Dishes, and Milk Pots, Tea Urns, Caster Stands, Candle Sticks, Desert Dishes, Salt Stands, Table Spoons, Sugar Tongs, Goblets, Bread Baskets, Decanter Stands, and plated handled Knives and Forks.
Silver, Table, Desert, Tea, Soup, Toddly, Sauce, Mustard, and Salt Spoons; Silver Milk Pots, Tumblers, Sugar Tongs, Salt Shovels, Pin-cushion Rims and Chains, Scissor Chains, Cloak Clasps, Hooks and Eyes, Netting Needles, Tooth and Ear Picks, Bodkins, Pencil Cases, Thimbles, Shell Snuff Boxes silver mounted; Fruit and Penknives.
Tortoiseshell Combs ornamented with gold of every size and description from 15 dols. to 50 cents. Gold Watch Chains, Seals and Keys of various patterns, elegant Pebble Seals, Paste and Gold Earloops of different sizes and patterns, Miniature Settings of various sizes, Mourning and Fancy Lockets, Jet and Coral coloured gold mounted Necklaces, Jet and Garnet Necklaces plain and neat, Gold Neck Clasps, Enamelled Fancy and Mourning Bracelets; Gold, Cohonk, and Silver Sleeve Buttons; Gold Studs for the sleeve and Collar; Plain, Stone, Heart, Dog Collar, Topaz, Pearl, Cornelian and Mourning Rings, and Breast Pins of almost every description, all of which with an additional supply that they expect very soon, they offer upon the most moderate terms.—They will also furnish any article in the plate line upon the shortest notice. N. B. The highest price given for old gold and silver. December 2. ep tf.
JOHN SOUTHGATE,
AT the house lately occupied by Messrs. Thomas and Amos Ladd, and directly opposite the Union Tavern, offers for sale, a pretty general assortment of
FALL GOODS,
Well worth the attention of country dealers.—Cash, country produce, or approved paper will be received in payment.
ALSO FOR SALE, AS ABOVE, London Particular, Madeira Wine in pipes; and a few boxes Martineque Cordials. October 23. (tf.)
PICKLING VINEGAR.
OF superior quality, made from two years old cider—For sale by
WILLIAM HART, Opposite the Scale House.
ALSO— SALT, loose and in sacks, 30 Barrels CUE HERRINGS, Brown SUGAR in barrels and by retail, COFFEE, TEA and other Groceries, Philadelphia bottled PORTER, Do. Draft BEER. September 13. ep tf.
ENOCH SULLIVAN,
OFFERS FOR SALE, At his Jewelry Store, nearly opposite the Eagle, COMPLETE assortment of Gold, Gilt, Silver, Plated, Japan'd & Cutlery Ware, Urns, Tea-Pots, Sugar Dishes, Milk Pots and Spoons, Rims and Casters and bottle Siders.
Silver Watches, Seals, Keys and Chains, and Watch Materials, Sand Crucibles, Ladies and Gentlemen's Morocco Pocket Books, and Purse, Glove Ties, elegant Garters, silk Purse, &c. Ivory and bone chessmen and boards, Backgammon Tables, Battle Doors and Shuttle Coats, fatin wood Tea Caddies, Ladies & Gentlemen's dressing Cases, patent Suspender, hat Cows, &c. Guns, horsemen's and pocket Pistols, Swords and Dirks, sword Knots, Belts, Sashes, Epaulettes, military Feathers, &c. Flutes, Fife, Drums, Violin Strings, &c. Powder Flasks, Shot Belts, bird Nets, gun Hammers and Flint, Whips, Canes with and without Swords, boot Jacks and Hooks, Spurs Horse Phlemes, &c. Razors and razor Straps, shaving Boxes and Brushes, Violet and Windsor hair Soap, Powder, Bgs, Puffs & Pomatum, tooth Powder, Effences, Reaves's Colors, tambore Needle Cases, Pins and Needles, Scissors and Thimbles, hair Lead and Slate Pencils, Ivory Paper Holders, letter Racks, &c. Ivory, Tortoiseshell and Horn Combs, goggles, Spectacles and Cases, key and curtain Rings, Inkstands, Tobacco and Snuff Boxes, Candlesticks and Snuffers, bread Baskets, Waters, Tea Trays, Knives and Forks, Britannia Metal Mugs, Tea Pots, tea and table Spoons, glass globe Lamps for Lilla, tooth comb, Cloths, hearth, floor, scrubbing & shoe Brushes.
With a variety of other articles connected with the above enumerated. Articles of Jewellery or Silver Ware, will be executed to patterns or description, with dispatch. Highest price will be given for old gold or silver. E. SULLIVAN. Nov. 7. tf.
West-Indies.
JAMAICA, ss.
By his honour lieutenant-general Sir Eyre Coote, knight of the most honourable order of Bath, knight of the Crescent, lieutenant-governor and commander in chief, in and over his majesty's island of Jamaica, and other the territories therein depending in America, chancellor and vice-admiral of the same.
A PROCLAMATION.
Whereas I have thought fit by my proclamation, bearing even date herewith, to declare, that the permission granted by my proclamation bearing date the twentieth day of August last, for the importation into, and exportation from, this island, of certain articles and things in vessels, belonging to neutral and other states in amity with Great-Britain, until the 31st day of December next, until six months notice be given to the contrary, shall, from & after the 27th day of May next, cease, determine, and be of no effect:
And whereas, by an Act made and passed in the last session of the present parliament, and in the 46th year of his majesty's reign, entitled, "An Act for authorising his majesty in council, to allow, during the present war and for six months after the ratification of a definitive treaty of peace, the importation and exportation of certain goods and commodities in neutral ships into and from his majesty's territories in the West-Indies and Continent of South America," it is enacted, that, from and after the passing of the said Act, it shall and may be lawful for his majesty, his heirs and successors, by and with the advice of his and their privy council, to permit or to authorise the governors of the islands and territories hereinafter mentioned, in such manner, and under such restrictions, as to his majesty, by and with the advice of his privy council, to require it, from time to time
during the present war and for six months after the ratification of a definitive treaty of peace, the importation into and exportation from any island in the West-Indies (in which description the Bahama Islands and the Bermuda or Somer islands are included,) or any lands or territories on the Continent of South America, to his majesty belonging, of any such articles, goods, and commodities, as shall be mentioned in such order of his majesty in council, in any ships or vessels belonging to the subjects of any state in amity with his majesty, in such manner as his majesty, his heirs and successors, by and with the advice aforesaid, shall direct; provided such ships or vessels shall duly enter into, report, and deliver their respective cargoes, and reload at such ports only, where regular custom houses shall have been established:
And whereas his majesty by his order in council, bearing date the seventeenth day of September last, has been pleased to declare that it appears at present to be necessary to permit, for a limited time, subject to be sooner terminated, varied, or altered, as therein and herein after provided, the importation into and exportation from the islands and territories of his majesty in the West-Indies (including the Bahama Islands and the Bermuda or Somer Islands,) and the lands and territories on the Continent of South America, to his majesty belonging, of certain articles, goods, and commodities, goods, and commodities, therein and herein after mentioned, in any ships or vessels belonging to the subjects of any state in amity with his majesty: And his majesty has been thereupon pleased, by and with the advice of his privy council, to order that the governors and lieutenant-governors of his majesty's islands and colonies in the West-Indies (in which description the Bahama Islands and the Bermuda or Somer islands are included,) and of any lands or territories on the continent of South America, to his majesty belonging, and each and every of such governors and lieutenant-governors shall be authorised, and they, and each and every of them are thereby authorised, to permit, for twelve months from the date thereof, subject to be sooner terminated, varied, or altered, as is herein after provided, in any ships or vessels belonging to the subjects of any state in amity with his majesty, the importation into the said islands, colonies, lands, and territories, respectively, of flaves and lumber, and also of every kind of provisions (beef, pork, and butter, always excepted), which are of the growth or produce of the country to which such ship or vessel importing the same shall belong: also the exportation from the said islands, colonies, lands, and territories, respectively, into which such importation of flaves, lumber, and provisions, as aforesaid, shall be made, of rum and molasses, and of any other articles, goods, and commodities whatsoever, except sugar, indigo, cotton-

of the period hereby limited, at the expiration of six months after notification in the London Gazette of any order of his majesty, by and with the advice of his Privy-Council, for revoking, varying, or altering, such permission or authority, or shall cease and determine at the expiration of six months after the ratification of a definitive treaty of peace.
Given under my hand and seal at arms, at St. Jago de la Vega, this twenty seventh day of November, in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and six, and of his majesty's reign the forty-seventh.
BYRE COOTE.
By his honour's command. WILLIAM CATHCART, Sec.
Europe.
ADMIRALTY OFFICE, Oct. 17, 1806.
Copy of a letter from Capt. Thicknesse, of his Majesty's sloop Sheldrake, to Sir James Saumarez, Bart. K. B. Rear Admiral of the Red.
His Majesty's ship Sheldrake, St. Aubin's Bay, Jersey, Oct. 14, 1806.
Sir, I have the honor to inform you, for the information of the Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty, that his Majesty's ship Constance, in company with the Sheldrake, Strenuous, and Britannic hired cutter, weighed on the 12th inst. at 5 A.M. from the anchorage at Chancery, with the tide of Ebb, and a light breeze at S.E.—on standing in to reconnoitre St. Maloes, a sail was discovered off Cape Breton, to which the squadron gave chase, employing their sweeps nearly the whole way; it was soon discovered by her manoeuvres, the chase was an enemy, who about noon succeeded in getting into Bouche D'Arkie, hauling close in with the rocks, and carrying out bow and quarter springs, and otherwise preparing for an obstinate defence, covered by a strong battery of guns on the hill, as well as field-pieces and musketry, employed by the troops brought down for that purpose; in this state they waited to receive us; their determined appearance only increased the ardour of the brave capt. Burrowes, (who I am sorry to add, fell gloriously by a grape shot in the heat of the action.) The Sheldrake, by superior sailing, had the good fortune to lead into action, followed by the Strenuous, the squadron being anchored within pistol shot of the enemy, with springs on their cables; at 2 P.M. a most spirited fire commenced on both sides, which was supported with great gallantry and obstinacy on the part of the enemy's ship, till 4 P.M. when it pleased God to give us the victory; I sent my first lieutenant to take possession of her, and the British colours were immediately hoisted. She proved to be the Salamander, a French frigate built ship, mounted with twenty-six long 12 and 18 pounders, and manned, by their own account, with 150 men, commanded by a lieut. de Vaifseau, who was killed in the action—he was bound from St. Maloes to Brest, with ship timber.
His Majesty's ship Constance having taken the ground, and the prize also aground, every exertion was used to get both ships off; but I am sorry to add, without success; the fire of the cannon and musketry from the shore, becoming now so galling and tremendous that the people could not stow themselves on deck; the Constance having cut both her cables during the action, and the wharps which had been run out to heave her off, shot away; at the moment of her floating, she drifted with the wind on shore, further on the rocks, which obliged the officers and crew to abandon her, (without firing her) the decks being filled with wounded; observing however, as the tide rose, the began to float, I was induced great as the risque was, to make another attempt to save her, which also proved unsuccessful, those employed on this service being either killed or made prisoners. Night now closing on us, it became necessary to consult the safety of the Sheldrake and Strenuous, (the latter with her fore-topmast shot away) at break of day I stood in to see if any thing further could be done, and was happy to observe the Constance high and dry on the rocks under the battery, and lying keel up, a perfect wreck; the prize, which had not drifted so far in, I succeeded in totally destroying by fire, at low water; I have saved about 100 of the officers and crew of the Constance; of those missing, I hope most are made prisoners; though I fear some may have fallen in the second attempt to recover his Majesty's ship.
The lamented death of my respected friend, capt. Burrowes, (who, had he lived, would have given your Lordships a more clear and detailed account than I am able to do, of this affair) leaves me the duty of bearing testimony to the determined courage, coolness, and ardour, displayed by every officer and man in the squadron. I must particularly mention the assistance I received from my first lieutenant, Richard Keven, a most meritorious and old officer, whom I presume to recommend to their Lordships' favorable notice. I must also bear testimony to the zeal and bravery of Lieut. Nugent, commanding the Strenuous gun-brig, who on this, as well as former occasions, has ever shown himself a gallant and zealous officer. Lieut. William Lawrence, my second Lieut. to whom I committed the service of destroying the prize, performed it very much to his own credit and my satisfaction. I am sorry to state, that Mr. Henry Frazer, master of the Sheldrake, who volunteered in the most gallant manner to accompany Mr. Richards, first lieutenant in the Constance, in the second attempt to save the ship, are amongst the missing.
I herewith have the honour to enclose as correct a list of the killed and wounded, as, from circumstances, I have been able to obtain; as also a list of prisoners saved from the prize.
I have the honor to be, &c. JOHN THICKNESSE.
Rear Admiral Sir James Saumarez, Bart. and K. B. St. Guernsey.
P.S. As Lieut. Lawrence saw about 80 killed lying on the Salamander's decks, I conceive the slaughter on board her must have been very great. Numbers of her crew escaped in boats, and by swimming to the shore, on her sinking.
(Signed) JOHN THICKNESSE.
Killed—Capt. Burrowes, one sergeant of marines, three quarter-masters, one boatswain's mate, four; others since dead of their wounds. Badly wounded—One boatswain's mate, & a marine; and seventeen slightly wounded. The number of killed and wounded on board the Salamander, not known.
PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 27.
Extract of a letter from New-York, dated Dec. 25.
This morning arrived here the ship Jenny, Wm. 46 days from Bordeaux.—Paris dates to the 28th of Oct. Bordeaux to the 30th, inclusive. The latter battle was that of Jena; after which
the king of Prussia asked an armistice of six weeks, which was refused by the Emperor. We send you some of the latest papers. The brig Ann-Jane, Perreoleau, was to sail for Philadelphia 10th Nov. No other Philadelphia vessels mentioned. There had been very few arrivals from America in the month of October. Freight were on the rise.—West-India produce looking up.
"Twelfth Bulletin.—That the French had entered Magdeburg."
"Thirteenth Bulletin.—Report, that the French entered Berlin on the 21st of Oct."
"The above is a manuscript memorandum of those two bulletins."
"Also arrived, the f'h't Jane, 19 days from St. Jago de Cuba. Sailed in co. f'h't Tom Jefferson, and brig Mary's, for Philadelphia. Left f'h't Americanus, condemned; Grey Hound, Holmes, and Dart, of Baltimore; Nancy, Grafton, of Philadelphia. The brig Ceres, and f'h't Robert, had just arrived from Philadelphia."
"Also, brig George, Buskirk, St. Croix, 19 days."
POSTSCRIPT.
St. Thomas again destroyed by Fire. The f'h't Delight, Jenkins, 19 days from St. Thomas, has arrived here—brings accounts that on the 3d inst. a fire broke out in a coffee house, in that place, occasioned by the carelessness of a servant, which continued raging till the 5th—all the business part of the town was destroyed."
FROM FRENCH PAPERS.
PARIS, Oct. 20, 1806.
The firing of cannon, which was yesterday heard in the capital, announced a memorable victory gained on the 14th, over the Prussian army. We are anxious to collect the details of the movements of that day, on which was fought what will undoubtedly be called the battle of Weimar. Weimar is a town contiguous to the scene of action, and will only be cited, after Marengo and Austerlitz, to continue the order of dates and events.
The following are the particulars of the battle of Weimar, which are not less authentic from being announced unofficially. They are confirmed by several private letters from our correspondents, and by the report of persons whose veracity may be relied on.
The emperor it need not be said commanded in person on the 14th, and such was the force of the attack, that by noon the defeat of the Prussians was complete. They fled in disorder before the victorious army, leaving behind them one hundred pieces of cannon, and nearly thirty thousand prisoners. The field of battle was covered with their killed and wounded. It may be easily conceived that the battle was sanguinary, when almost all the Prussian general officers, among others the Duke of Brunswick and general Mollendorf were severely wounded.
We may have some idea of the kind of defeat experienced by the Prussians, when we find that their army, after the battle of Weimar, consisted of 120,000 men, flying in all directions, with none to direct their retreat and point out the means of safety in a situation so critical, but a few generals of inferior rank. It is remarkable that the Duke of Brunswick had attained his 72d year two days before the action, when his anniversary was celebrated at Erfurt. Eight and forty hours after he was numbered among the prisoners taken by the French. This prince was not a partisan of the present war. Plunged into affliction by the recent death of his son, he made a twofold sacrifice to his country in accepting a command. It will be recorded in history that all the Prussian officers who had acquired fame in the last century were partisans of peace, whilst the young men, who had never seen a battle, inconsiderately supported they were about to dictate laws to France.
A letter which we have just received from Mayence, dated the 18th, gives us the following account—
"I am this moment come from the palace, and I take advantage of the departure of an extra courier, just arrived, and who is setting off again immediately, with the official report of the proceedings of the 14th, to inform you that our invincible emperor has taken 100 pieces of cannon, and from 25 to 30 thousand prisoners. Many of the Prussian generals in chief are wounded; and among others are mentioned the Duke of Brunswick, generals Mollendorf, Richet and Scatin. Their rout is complete."
They add (and we can assert that these new accounts come from persons of consequence) that prince Augustus Ferdinand, the king's uncle, and father of Prince Louis, (killed at an early part of the action) is also wounded and taken prisoner: that the rest of this formidable army, 120,000 men, was closely pursued; and that the queen of Prussia, and soon afterwards the king himself, have fallen into the power of the conqueror.
The emperor, far from taking repose, which his trials might seem to render necessary, spent the night of the 14th, in visiting the different posts and assisting to dress the wounds of those who had suffered in the engagement.
This great victory is conceived to be so decisive, that they already talk of terminating the campaign which has only been a few days commenced.
Another letter from Mayence, does not mention that the king or queen of Prussia had been taken prisoners, as above related; but that they escaped in disguise, and the king had sent a general officer to the Emperor's head quarters, to sue for peace.
October 24.—His majesty the Emperor, prosecuting always skillfully by his successes, and wishing to reap the fruits of the bloody battle of the 14th inst. went in pursuit of the enemy. Marshal Davoust, having advanced with his body of troops on the rear of Naumberg, took post on the 15th in the passes of Kesen, and engaged a battle. He fought the whole day against the centre of the Prussian army, where the king was with the generals Mollendorf and Kalkreuth.
The divisions of Marshal Lannes, Soult, and Augereau shared the glory of that day. The divisions of dragoons and Cuirassiers, commanded by the Grand Duke of Berg, arrived only at the close of the battle. They immediately attacked the enemy, with the Prince at their head, and pierced several square battalions of Prussian infantry that were obliged to surrender.
The number of prisoners taken in the battle of the 15th, is estimated at 28,000 men, that of the killed and wounded ought to be far greater; 200 field pieces, 50 colors and almost the whole baggage of the Prussian army taken.
The Duke of Brunswick died in the tent of the Emperor, in consequence of his wounds. The General Ruchel and Prince Henry were killed. We had 3000 men wounded; and our loss compared with that of the enemy is inconsiderable. We have only to regret general Debilly who was killed.
The Queen of Prussia had fled at first to Weimar, that she left soon. Ten minutes after her flight from that place, the cavalry entered it. As the road which the queen has taken is covered with our troops, it may happen as it was said at first, that she will fall into the hands of the French.
The king of Prussia, the generals Mollendorf and Kalkreuth, are retiring with about 60,000
run-away, by Franckhausen, towards Magdeburg, in the hope of rallying under the guns of that fortress.
Two couriers brought news of a second victory obtained on the 15th inst. over the Prussians, with their king in person. One of these couriers was himself covered with laurels. The details that are now circulating are the same as those sent by letters from Mentz.
October 25.—In letters just received from Mentz, we read the following.
The king of Prussia has asked for an armistice, which was refused to him.
The Hereditary Prince of Orange, Marshal Mollendorf and several other generals are of the number of prisoners taken in the battle of the 15th.
The Emperor of the French is himself pursuing his successes. The number of Prussian prisoners taken from the beginning of the campaign is estimated at 60,000, and that of the wounded and killed at 20,000. They have lost besides 500 field pieces, and more than 50 colors.
We daily receive more details of the first battles that took place between the French and the Prussian armies, and on the marches and operations that have followed them. We present our readers with a sketch of them:
The first operation which was to be made by the rear-guard of the French was the passage of the Saxon Saal. [There are two rivers of that name; one, the Saxon, has its source on the Fichtelberg in the country of Bareuth, on the frontiers of Bohemia, runs into Saxony, near Saalfeld, Rudolfsdalle, Jena, Naumberg, Markburg, and Hall, falls into the Elbe near Bury;—The other, called Saal of Franconia, crosses the low principality of Wurzburg, and falls into the Main, on the left of Schweinfurth.]
The Prussians had endeavoured to defend the right bank of the Saal; they were attacked there in all their posts, and were beaten on all points. The French army advanced afterwards in three columns.—The right penetrated through Schleitz, to Schleitz, to Gera and Altenburgh; the centre, by Lobenstein, to Newstadt; and the left, by Groffenthein, to Saalfeld. The battle of the 10th, took place in those countries.
The news of that victory over the Prussians was announced by the telegraph, to the different cities of the Empire, through which the telegraphical lines pass.
Three Queens were in the vicinity of the field of carnage, during the battle of Jena, viz. the Empress Queen Josephine, of France; Queen Louisa-Augusta Wilhelmina-Amelia, of Prussia; and Queen Hortense-Eugenia, of Holland. The Queen of Prussia is of the same family of Charlotte, of Great-Britain. The French Empress is in her 39th year. The Prussian Queen in her 31st; and the Queen of Holland in her 24th year.
Domestic.
WASHINGTON, Dec. 24.
Extract of a letter dated Marietta, 15th Dec. received here.
"The town has been in great commotion for several days; the boats building at Colonel Barker's were supposed to be for Col. Burr, and the authority attempted to stop them: the militia were under arms and the boats taken and brought on shore at the ferry, as they were coming down the Mufkingum: they were loaded with provisions, which has been landed and is now in custody.—There was no resistance made, and as soon Mr. Blennerhassett heard the news he left the island with Colonel Tyler with 30 or 40 men, and left his family, who were to have gone with him."
FRANKFORT, December 11.
The renewal of the motion by Mr. Daves, for a grand jury, being communicated to Col. Burr, he repaired to Frankfort, where he arrived on Sunday week.—On Tuesday following Col. Burr appeared in court; the grand jury also appeared and the judge delivered the charge which has been published in the Palladium.
Mr. Daves informed the court that he was not ready to proceed, and would not proceed till all the witnesses were on the ground; that two of them had not yet appeared, and intimated that Col. Burr's presence was not required, and was rather ostentatious than useful or proper.
Mr. Clay and Mr. Allen suggested that the grand jury being sworn and charged had a right to meet at such times as they pleased, and were not the mere machines of the district attorney. Mr. Clay in answer to the remarks which tended to reproach Col. Burr for his voluntary appearance, was animated and ingenious, and commanded the assent and admiration of the audience. The judge declared that the grand jury had a right until discharged, to retire to their chamber and proceed to enquiry of any matters within the sphere of their duty. They accordingly retired and after sometime returned into court, and reported that they had nothing to present.
Mr. Daves informed the court that he should have something to lay before them the day following. The court then adjourned after having instructed the jury to appear on the day following at ten o'clock.
On Wednesday the third inst. the court met, and the grand jury appeared. Col. Burr was also in court; the judge then took occasion to say, that the former grand jury had been discharged on the request of the district attorney, without proceeding in the enquiry, which on reflection he deemed improper, as on further consideration, he found his opinion had not been sufficiently matured. Mr. Daves then called to him the foreman of the grand jury, gave him a paper and said in an audible voice, "This is an indictment against gen. John Adair." It should be noted that the absence of gen Adair was on the preceding day assigned as a reason by Mr. D. why he would not proceed against colonel Burr. Before the grand jury withdrew, Mr. D. said he should claim it as a right to go into the room with the jury; and on this claim of right a debate of some length ensued, in which the ground taken by Mr. D. was contested with ability and success by Messrs. Clay and Allen.
As soon as Mr. Burr's counsel had closed their arguments on this point, he rose and addressed the court in a neat, pertinent and argumentative speech. He called to the recollection of those present, the course this business had taken. On the first intimation of a charge being exhibited against him, he had hastened to present himself before the court. He had done so a second time, without compulsory process, & asked if this mode of proceeding evinced a desire to smother enquiry, as the attorney's zeal had induced him to intimate. That gentleman would recollect he had even assisted him in procuring the attendance of some of the witnesses. He wished an investigation to take place, and he hoped it would be a satisfactory one; but at the same time, conducted agreeably to the
known and established rules of law.—For, if a departure be made therefrom in the present instance on the plea of its being an extraordinary case, it would lay the foundation of a precedent that might be highly dangerous to the liberty of the citizen. He observed that he had been many years attorney general for a respectable state, but had never attempted to claim the right of examining witnesses before the grand jury; nor did he ever meet with a precedent that could justify it in all the books he had read.—He presumed the attorney ought to be satisfied with having the choice of the witnesses which he would send to the jury. Mr. Burr said he considered the institution of a grand jury as intended to shield and protect the reputation of a citizen from the arm of power; but if the doctrine contended for by the attorney or the United States prevailed, it would become an engine of oppression. He conceived that if one party went into the jury room, the other might also—and should a difference of opinion take place upon the questions to be put to witnesses, the court must be called to decide. This, therefore, would in his opinion, totally destroy the object in view by the retirement of the grand jury, and the examination might as well be had in open court. Mr. B. considered the jury as fully competent to put the necessary questions to the witnesses, and hoped that the regular course of proceeding would not be departed from, because the attorney chose to call this case an extraordinary one.
The judge pronounced against the claim of Mr. D. as being without precedent, and of dangerous example. Mr. Daves then declared that if he had known this privilege would have been refused him, he would not have asked for a grand jury.
On Thursday morning gen. Adair appeared in court—Mr. Daves asked leave "to hand to the grand jury certain sets of interrogatories which he had prepared for particular witnesses;" this was immediately assented to on the part of Col. Burr and Gen. Adair, the jury being informed that it was in their discretion to make use of them or not as they might please. After some time the jury came into court and returned the bill preferred against gen. Adair, "Not a true bill." Mr. Daves then handed to the foreman an indictment against Col. Burr, and then withdrew.
On Friday the fifth the court met at the usual hour. A buzz ran through the court room that the grand jury had sent for other witnesses—witnesses not discovered or not offered by the district attorney. Conjecture and expectation were alive, but were succeeded by astonishment, when messrs. Wood and Street, editors of the Western World, were brought into court and sworn as witnesses, and severally sent to the grand jury. These editors had published that they were intimately informed of all Col. Burr's projects, and particularly that they knew the terms of his contracts and engagements with John Brown and gen. Wilkinson, and that they would at a proper time lay them before the public.—It seems the grand jury deemed it a proper time and called them to testify.—To what effect appears from the result.
About two o'clock the grand jury came into court and returned the bill preferred against Col. Burr, "Not a true bill." The foreman then informed the court that considering how greatly the public mind had been agitated and disturbed by the subjects which had been under the consideration of the grand jury, they have thought it their duty to prepare a special report, which they had directed him to lay before the court.
The district attorney then informed the court that he had nothing further to lay before the jury, and they were dismissed.
The witnesses on this occasion were more numerous than on the former—Mr. Davis Floyd, on account of whose absence the first enquiry was postponed, was also present—the crowd of attendants was greater—expectations and alarm much higher. But the effect of these proceedings has been to give to col. Burr a distinction and influence, which in the ordinary course of events he could not have attained by many years of uninterrupted residence. We hope and believe that these advantages will be used by him in such a manner only as shall promote the honour and interest of the country.
Palladium.
Extract of a letter from a gentleman in Frankfort (Ken.) dated December 6, 1806.
"Sebastian resigned, but not before the pension he had been charged with receiving from Spain had been mentioned to the House of Representatives, and the committee to which the subject was referred prosecuted the enquiry without attending to the resignation. C. Wilkins and James Mason, of Lexington, and Thomas Bullitt of Louisville fully established the fact—she latter and Mr. Innes stated what they conceived to be the consideration: A letter was received from Baron Carondelet by Sebastian in 1795 mentioning a will on the part of the crown of Spain to make some commercial concessions to this country, and requesting that some agent might be sent down to treat of the subject. Sebastian consulted one or two friends, I think Innes and Nicholas, and went himself with their concurrence, a ready way was found reducing to little or nothing the duties we had been subject to at New-Orleans. This treaty was read by Mr. I. Nothing was stipulated on our part. Our good will was expected in exchange for the favor, and Sebastian was promised a pension for the trouble he had taken in the business of 2,000 dollars per annum: The treaty took place with Gayoso. This the witnesses had from Sebastian himself very lately after the conversation on the subject of the pension had become general. But Mr. I. on his second appearance before the committee dated another transaction, that in '96 or '97 a letter was received from Dr. Powers directed to Messrs. S. N. I. M. meaning Sebastian, Nicholas, Innes, Murray, it contained another from Baron Carondelet giving full power to the Doctor. The latter proposed a separation from the union, and detailed the means; arms, ammunition, men and money were offered, 200,000 dolls. the sum mentioned. Murray was not consulted. Sebastian wrote to Nicholas and Innes that whatever they agreed on he would accede to. N. and I. disagreed & wrote a joint answer; they sent it to Sebastian, but what he did with it I know not. He made no communication on the subject to the general government because J. Adams was then President, and he was afraid of a standing army here—All the testimony will be published—Mr. Brown declared on oath that he knew nothing of the transaction. Mr. Burr has been twice before a Grand Jury, Daves had the first discharged for want of a witness. Yesterday the second found a verdict for him. He was accused of a design to attack Mexico. From what have been able to gather from the jurors the testimony established the design of a settlement on the Wahiba grant which B. purchased from Lyash and L. from Van Balfour. This grant is now said to be confirmed by the commissioners below. One or two of the witnesses said something concerning the agreement of the people hired to act as volunteers in case war should take place between the United States and Spain."
A letter has been received from Gen. Wilkinson, dated Nov. 30th at New-Orleans. At that time the larger part of our forces were descending the Red river, under Col. Cushing. The latest information previously received from New-Orleans was only to the 7th of November, and the intermediate intelligence is consequently wanting. But it is to be inferred from the return of our troops to the Mississippi that amicable arrangements have been made with
the Spanish commanders, who have probably agreed to their forces remaining at Nacogdoches.
Gen. Wilkinson writes that, in conversation with Governor Claiborne, and captain Shaw of the navy, he was taking decisive measures to prevent the movement of the Mississippi, as well as several stations above, especially to guard against any hostile attempts that might be made from without or within our limits.
Nat. Int.
Extract of a letter from Governor Tiffin, dated Dec. 14, 1806, to the Secretary of War.
"I have this night received yours of the 26th of November, directing that 150 or 200 volunteer militia may be immediately raised under the authority of the U. S. to take post at Marietta, for the express purpose of preventing the flotilla from moving from the Mufkingum river, which is believed to have been built with hostile views, and observing that the troops so raised shall while in service receive the pay and rations allowed by law."
"The same mail that brought yours brought me also a communication from Judge Meigs of Marietta, informing me that in obedience to my instructions sent to him by virtue of a law of our state passed about a week ago (an account of which I enclose to the President) a detachment of our militia on the night of the 10th inst. seized ten of the bateaux as they were descending the Mufkingum river, and has four more on the stocks unfinished, which will be also seized. These bateaux were 40 feet long, very wide, covered and contrived to carry one company of men each. 100 barrels of provisions were on board those seized, and 100 more not got on board. It appears notice had been sent on of my orders being issued by some spy or other, and they were hurrying off; but they are happily secured. Comfort Tyler (styled by his men col. Tyler) was lying with a number of falling boats at Blennerhassett's Island, and was in the act of adding with a number of men (50 were counted) armed indiscriminately with muskets, pistols, cutlasses, &c. waiting for the Mufkingum flotilla to join them, in order to defend the river—that they were alarmed upon hearing of the militia being in motion, and had centinels placed, and lanterns burning at different parts of the island—that Blennerhassett and Tyler have pushed down the river, and left the boats to follow them, upon hearing of those on the Mufkingum being seized."
"In this state of things I have thought it best, which I hope will meet with your approbation, to send off an express this night to Marietta, and another to Cincinnati. At Marietta I have appointed, by virtue of your letter, one major, one captain, one lieutenant, one ensign, and directed to be raised a company of sixty non-commissioned officers, privates, and musicians to guard the flotilla arrived, and guard the river Ohio; and arrest any boats or armaments which may come down. At Cincinnati I have directed to be raised two companies, each consisting of one major, one captain, one lieutenant, one ensign, & 60 non-commissioned officers, privates and musicians. These troops will be under arms in one day after my express arrives. I have at Cincinnati ordered two pieces of artillery to be planted on the bank of the river, to keep every ten miles up the river to give notice of the approach of the boats; to throw shrapnel of boats across the river and not to suffer a boat to pass unexamined, or fire every one which shall attempt forcibly to pass."
"I believe the Mufkingum flotilla and Comfort Tyler's flotilla, were the whole of the boats prepared for this secret expedition, and that they were to take troops on board below our state, and depended on these boats and provisions, &c. to enable them to prosecute the enterprise. We have therefore completely frustrated their intentions. The Mufkingum Flotilla is secured, and I have no doubt but that I shall soon give you a good account of Tyler's."
WASHINGTON, Dec. 29.
The House of Representatives were principally engaged on Friday on the bill for the punishment of certain crimes against the U. S. which was re-committed to a select committee.
They adjourned over to Monday.
The resolutions as agreed to on Wednesday, are as follows:
Resolved, That provision ought to be made by law, to fortify and defend such position on the Mississippi, below the city of New-Orleans, as the President of the United States shall designate, for the protection of that city; and that further provision ought to be made by law, for guarding the approaches to the same from the east.
Resolved, That the President of the United States be authorised to accept of any company or companies of volunteers, either of artillery, cavalry, or infantry, who may associate and offer themselves for the service, (not exceeding thirty thousand men) who shall be clothed and furnished with horses, at their own expense, and armed and otherwise equipped at the expense of the United States, except such of them as may choose to furnish their own arms, and whose commissioned officer shall be appointed by the respective state and territorial authorities; who shall be liable to be called upon to do military duty at any time the President shall judge proper, within two years after he shall accept the same; & when called into actual service, & whilst remaining in the same shall be under the same rules & regulations, & be entitled to the same pay, rations, forage, & allowance for clothing, with the regular troops of the United States.
FARMER'S HOTEL.
A S. BROCKENBROUGH, having purchased the house of Dr. McConchie in this town, formerly the property of Messrs. Ritchies, is determined to convert them into a TAVERN for the accommodation of the public; he has provided himself with an excellent cook, and has made arrangements for a constant supply of the best Fish, Oysters, Wild Fowl, &c. in their respective seasons; no exertion on his part will be wanting to render the time agreeable to those gentlemen or ladies who may think proper to favor him with their company—he expects to meet with encouragement from the public adequate to his exertions.
Tappahannock, January 5.
TAPPAHANNOCK JOCKEY CLUB.
Tuesday the 20th January, is the day appointed for the meeting of the subscribers to the Tappahannock J. Club, to form the rules and regulations for the said club. From the present number of respectable subscribers, I have no hesitation in stating that this club will be equal to any in the state. Gentlemen that wish to become members before the meeting, will please forward their names, and those gentlemen that have subscription papers will be so good as to send on the names of those that have subscribed since they have had a paper.
ARTHUR S. BROCKENBROUGH, Proprietor of the course.
January 6.
MAY be purchased on a long credit, and by terms the TENEMENT on which the Subscriber lives, situated on Church-hill, within about one half mile of the Richmond market—containing a acre of ground, well enclosed and highly improved. The buildings consist of a large and well constructed Dwelling House, Laundry, Kitchen, Dairy, Smoke House, two Stores, Brick-Office, Coach-House, Barn and Stable. All these buildings are well finished, and in complete order for the accommodation of a large and genteel family; who may have easy access to all the advantages of the city, and live as retired as they could wish.
JOHN ELLIS.

The Enquirer.
RICHMOND, 6th JANUARY.
To the honorable the Senate & House of Delegates of Virginia.
The minds of the citizens of Richmond have for some days past been considerably agitated by a proposition, which they understand has been submitted to the Legislature for the abolition of the public guard.
The guard was originally instituted as a protection against a danger, which unfortunately for the people of this state exists in the very heart of the community, and which it has as yet been found impossible to remove.
The protection of the persons and property of individuals was the primary object for which government was instituted. The reciprocal duties of protection and obedience constitute the social compact by which citizens are bound to the community.
It is well known that the duties of a public nature which the people of this city are at present compelled to perform, are extremely arduous, if not burdensome.
There is one consideration of irresistible force to show the duty of the government to afford its protection to this city.
But it may be alleged that as the danger is more imminent to the citizens of Richmond, they alone should bear the burthen of their defence.
It is true that we are most exposed to danger, but it is by no means certain that it would be confined to the city.
It has been contended, that the public guard is not efficient for purposes of defence.
It has been urged that the danger to which the property of the state is exposed, is exaggerated; and to remove the objection founded on what would be the exposed state of the public arms,
Suppose, however, the money and the arms safe, have not the state in this city buildings of great value?
It may be alleged that the expence of keeping up this public guard is too great, and that economy directs its destruction.
From every view which can be taken of the subject it appears, that policy, as well as justice, demands, the continuance of a system of defence calculated to preserve the public property,
COMMUNICATED. A SKETCH OF THE CHARACTER OF THOMAS JEFFERSON.
This great statesman has invariably preferred the welfare of his country to every other consideration.
In those days of persecution and extensive executive patronage, when political virtue was a crime, and the republican institutions of this country were rapidly progressing to aristocracy and monarchy,
he was the last beacon of hope to the friends of liberty and republicanism;
In a few years, he has established the liberty of his fellow Citizens, on a basis so stable, as not to be shaken by future intrigue, venality, and corruption;
Finally, so long as man shall remain free and enlightened, and shall be conscious of the dignity and respectability of his nature,
In copying the speech of Mr. Smith (of Wythe), the following observations were omitted.
Thus your state courts will become contemptible courts of piecemeal. No one will rely on them for protection to his person or property.
The Senate of Virginia have negatived the proposition of the House of Delegates for consulting the people as to the call of a convention.
The Executive have made the following appointments in the 19th Regiment of Militia.
Last Evening's Mail.
NEW-YORK, December 27. The brig Ann and Francis, Gifford, from Cadiz, for New-York with wine and salt,
The arrival at this port of the ship Jenny from Bordeaux, though furnishing no later intelligence from the French Grand Army than has already appeared in the Mercantile Advertiser,
The passengers in the Jenny inform us that the French army entered Berlin on the 21st of October;
SECOND BULLETIN OF THE GRAND ARMY.
Auma, 12th October, 1806. The Emperor set off from Bamberg on the 8th inst. at three in the morning and arrived at nine at Bronach.
Marshal Soult marched on the 7th to Bayreuth, appeared on the 9th at Hoff, carried off all the enemy's magazines, took several prisoners and marched to Pleten on the 10th.
Marshal Ney followed this movement at half a day's distance. On the 9th, the Grand Duke of Berg marched with the light cavalry, from Cronach, and appeared before Saalburg,
On the 9th, the Grand Duke of Berg marched to Schleitz, where a Prussian General was posted with 10,000 men.
The 10th the Prince of Ponte Corvo carried his head quarters at Auma; the 11th the Grand Duke of Berg arrived at Gera.
The left had equal success. Marshal Lannes entered Coburg on the 8th, and marched on the 9th towards Greifenstein.
The cannonade lasted but two hours; on the half of the division of General Luchey was in the action. The Prussian cavalry were routed by the 9th and 10th regiments of hussars.
unable to preserve any order in their retreat; one part of them was driven into a morass, and another dispersed in the woods.
Seeing his troops thus routed, Prince Louis of Prussia, as a brave and loyal soldier, engaged hand to hand with a marche-bataillon of the 10th regiment of hussars.
Neither Dresden nor Berlin is covered by any army. Turned by its left, taken in the fact, at the moment when it was giving itself up to the most hazardous combinations,
All the intercepted letters describe the King's council as rent with different opinions, always deliberating and never agreeing.
Yesterday the 11th, passing at Gera before the 27th regiment of light infantry, the Emperor desired the colonel to testify his satisfaction to that regiment,
In all these engagements, we have not to regret the loss of a single officer of distinction; the highest in rank is Captain Campobasso,
THIRD BULLETIN OF THE GRAND ARMY.
Gerau, 13th Oct. 1806. The engagement at Schleitz, which opened the campaign in a manner so disadvantageous to the Prussian army, and that of Saalburg, which took place on the following morning,
On the 12th in the evening, the scouts of the French army had advanced to the Gates of Leipzig; the head-quarters of the Grand Duke of Berg were between Zeitz and Leipzig;
The enemy, cut off from Dresden, was on the 11th at Erfurt, endeavoring to unite the columns he had sent to Cassel and Wurzburg, with offensive projects, in order to open the campaign by an invasion of Germany.
The weather has been remarkably fine since we have taken the field; the country furnishes abundance of provisions, and the soldiery are vigorous and healthy.
The King of Prussia's intentions are, however, still executed; it was with this that on the 8th October the French army should have evacuated the territory of the Confederacy,
FOURTH BULLETIN OF THE GRAND ARMY.
Gerau, 13th October, at ten in the morning. Events are rapidly succeeding each other. The Prussians are taken in the fact; their magazines carried off and their army turned.
It appears that the Prussian Army are set out on their march for Magdeburg, but the French army have gained three marches on it.
The annexed letter, which has just been intercepted, will give a just idea of public opinion;
The French need be under no apprehension. This letter, which is from a Prussian Officer to one of his friends at Berlin, dated Naumburg, 12th October,
By virtue of a Deed of Trust, executed by August Dudenick, William Hogenwisch, to the subscriber, for the purpose of securing a debt due to Waldbill Holcomb from the said Dudenick,
WILL be sold to the highest bidder, for cash, at Mr. Thomas A. Morton's Tavern, in Farmville, on Thursday the 29th day of this month, a very fine young MALE, now in foal by a Diomed Horst.
A SSIZE of BREAD for the city of Richmond, from the 6th inst. until further orders (Superfine Flour being 7 Dollars and 34 Cents per Barrel) viz.
A single loaf made of Superfine Flour to weigh 23 ozs. for 4 1-2. Ditto of Common Flour 24 4 1-2. Double the above wt. respectively 9. EDW. CARRINGTON, Mayor.
January 6. To be hired from the first of February to the first of January next, a Negro MAN, who is an excellent Cook, provided application is made to the Editor by the 15th.
LOST. A SILVER WATCH of the first quality, capped and jewelled, with a second hand, the Makers' name Barrand; attached to it, was a Gold Chain and seal, with the initials J. G.
By virtue of a deed of trust, executed by Mr. John Pendleton, deceased, to secure a debt therein mentioned, due to the estate of William Dandridge, deceased,
FOUR hundred acres of LAND, lying within the fork of the river road and the three chopped roads near Westham, and in the county of Henrico.
By consent of the executor of the said Dandridge, the terms of the sale will be as follows viz:
By virtue of the same deed of trust and with the like consent, I shall on the 30th day of the present month, offer for sale at public auction at the door of the Eagle-Tavern,
Jan. 5. JONH ADAMS, Trustee.
In pursuance of a Deed of Trust, executed by John Pendleton, to the subscriber, to secure the payment of a debt to John A. Chevallie, therein mentioned, and the expenses of the trust.
Will be sold on the premises, on the 26th of this month, one hundred and fifty acres of WOOD LAND, including a Saw-Mill lately erected, situated between the Three Notched and River Roads, on Waltham creek, in Henrico county,
January 5. J. HOPKINS, Trustee.
In pursuance of authority given me by the heirs of John Pendleton, deceased, by their deed bearing date the second day of January, 1807, to sell the property mentioned in a Deed of Trust, executed by John Pendleton, in his lifetime, to Thomas Norvell and John Fox,
I shall offer for sale, on the 26th of this month, on the premises, to the highest bidder, one thousand acres of LAND, lying on the north side of the Three Notched road, about four miles above Richmond.
On the 29th of the same month, on the premises, the Brick House in Richmond, and one half of lot No. 10.
Will also be sold in pursuance of the same authority, at the Eagle-Tavern in Richmond, on the 30th of the same month, twenty likely slaves, consisting of men, women and children,
January 5. GEO. PICKETT, Commissioner.
Will be sold at the Eagle-Tavern, in Richmond, on the day mentioned in the above advertisement, for the sale there, such of the slaves of John Pendleton, deceased, as are not sold under the deed of trust aluded to in that advertisement,
Will also be sold on the day the land mentioned in the above advertisement is sold, at the plantation of the said John Pendleton, deceased, a small flock of Cattle, six Mules, a Waggon and sundry Plantation Utensils, and such Plank and Scantling belonging to the estate, as may remain unsold.
January 5, 1807. JAMES STRATTEN, Taylor and Habit Maker, from PHILADELPHIA.
BEGS leave to inform the gentlemen and ladies of Richmond and the country, that he intends carrying on the above business in all its various branches;
N. B. His residence is on the Main-Street Richmond, next door to David Logans.

Miscellaneous
A remarkable account of the Refutation of Life, in the case of the Rev. WM. TENENT, of Freehold (N. J.) communicated by the Rev. SAMUEL AUSTIN, of Worcester, with a letter to the Editor, June 17, 1806.
THE ACCOUNT. The late Rev. Wm. Tenent, of Freehold, in the county of Monmouth, in the state of New-Jersey, of whom is related the following account, was the second son of the Rev. W. Tenent, minister of the gospel at Neshannoy, in Buck's county, (Pen.)
In the evening his physician and friend returned from a ride in the country, and was surprised beyond measure at the news of his death. He could not be persuaded it was certain; and being told that one of the persons who had assisted in laying out the body, thought he had observed a little trembling of the flesh, under the arm, although the body was cold & stiff...
From the Annual Anthology. THE CHILD OF SORROW'S TALE. Deny, but do not taunt a maid Who never scorn with scorn repays; Proud man, though now I ask your aid Mine once, alas! were happier days.
Sales at Auction. Will be held by the Subscribers on Thursday the 8th inst at 3 o'clock in the afternoon, all the personal estate of the late captain Charles Potter, consisting of— GROCERIES, three Horses, one Cow, a Gig and Harness, a Cart and four Carriage Guns complete—Also all the household and kitchen Furniture.
recalled that he had ever read before, until he had again learned his letters, and able to pronounce the monosyllables, such as the and thou; but that as his strength returned, which was very slowly, his memory also returned.
XXXVIII. Means of destroying the Insects and Caterpillars which attack Fruit trees. By Madame Cazen Dupont. We know, by sad experience, that the husbandman has every year some accidents which unexpectedly diminish or destroy the produce of his ground, without having to reproach himself with any want of care or attention.
On these vermin the smoke of Tobacco had no effect at all: this convinces me that they are different from the ordinary kind. Plum-trees, when attacked by the same insect, do not lose their fruit like the cherry-trees; but the little animals cover them with more rapidity, so as to extirpate even the appearance of fruit.
Several people had recourse to sulphur; but I did not follow that method. The smoke of sulphur destroys the insect, I admit, but it is at least equally dangerous to the tree; I always prefer an aspersion of the tree with soap-suds. This very year I experienced the good effects of it. I saw my plum-trees look green again, and the insects abandon them.
As soon as he became capable of attention, he was taught to read & write, as children are usually taught, and afterwards began to learn the Latin language under the tuition of his brother. One day as he was reciting a lesson in Cornelius Nepos, he suddenly started, clapped his hand to his head, as if something had hurt him, and made a pause. His brother asked him what was the matter; he said he felt a sudden shock in the head, and it now seemed to him as if he had read that book before.
As soon as circumstances would permit, Mr. Tenent was licensed, and began to preach the everlasting gospel with great zeal and success. The death of his brother, who had been some time settled as minister of the Presbyterian church at Freehold, in the county of Monmouth, New-Jersey, left that congregation in a destitute state. They had experienced so much spiritual benefit from the indefatigable labors and pious zeal of this able minister of Jesus Christ, that they soon turned their attention to his brother, who was received on trial, and after one year, was found to be no unworthy successor of so excellent a predecessor.
FOR SALE. A VALUABLE Lot of GROUND in Buckingham county, containing sixty two acres lying on James River and adjoining the town of Dugdaleville. The Land is rich and has one of the most valuable Mill sites on it, of any in the upper country.
January 3. JASC ANTHON Y. taw2w & oaw3w. Fursuant to a deed of trust executed to us on the 26th of November 1805, by Fleming Cayce, to secure money due to John Lockland & Co. we shall proceed to sell to the highest bidder for ready money, at Cumberland court-house, on Saturday the 31st day of January 1807.
ONE Negro Man named Stepney (a good Black Smith) and the residue of a Negro Woman, Nancy, and her three children, Anne, Harriett and Sally—after a former deed, covering them for the benefit of John Gilliam & Company, is carried into effect. BERNARD LEWIS, Surviving Trustee. tdf. Cumberland, January 1.
FOR SALE. THE TRACT of LAND whereon I now live, containing by a late survey three hundred and fifty four acres lying on the Brook near the Brook Bridge and within six miles of the city of Richmond, will be offered for sale on the 16th day of next month on the premises.
The terms are one thousand dollars cash and one half of the balance on the first day of October next, and the residue on the first day of October 1808. This Land lies well and abounds in Cedar, but as it is supposed those who are inclined to purchase, will be desirous of viewing the Land, it is deemed unnecessary to say any thing as to the advantages of situation and soil. DABNEY WILLIAMSON. oaw6w4. January 1.
TWELVE SHARES in the Bank of Virginia upon easy terms. Enquire of the Printer. January 1. 3r. WANTED immediately, ten ton of clean Merchandise in casks, for which a liberal price will be given in cash. PROSSER & MONCURE. Dec. 20. epif.
COOK SHOP, AND OYSTER HOUSE. GEORGE WATSON, has removed from the House adjoining the Union-Tavern, to the first Cross-Street above the Eagle-Tavern, leading to the Basin, where he has opened a COOK SHOP and OYSTER HOUSE for the refreshment of his friends and customers, at all hours of the day, and till 10 o'clock at night.
PROPOSALS For carrying MAILS of the United States, on the following Post-Roads, will be received at the General Post-Office in Washington, until the 14th day of January next inclusive. IN VIRGINIA.
27. From Martinburg by Williamsport to Hagerstown once a week. Leave Martinburg every Saturday at 5 A. M. and arrive at Hagerstown by 10 A. M. Leave Hagerstown at 2 P. M. and arrive at Martinburg by 7 P. M. 28. From Winchester by Stevenburg or New-town, Strasburg, Woodstock, New-Market and Harrisonburg to Staunton once a week. Leave Winchester every Wednesday at 10 A. M. and arrive at Staunton on Friday by 11 A. M.
Leave Winchester every Wednesday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Fredericksburg on Friday by 10 A. M. 40. From Culpeper c. h. by Woodville, Washington, Thornton's Gap and Mundell's Store, to Newmarket once a week. Leave Culpeper c. h. every Monday at 6 A. M. and arrive at New-market on Tuesday by 10 A. M. Leave New-market at 2 P. M. and arrive at Culpeper on Wednesday by 6 P. M.
41. From Fredericksburg, by Thornburg, Chilesburg, Cheltenham c. h. New-Found mills, Oxford, Crew's Ford, Goochland c. h. Mitchell's, Yanceyville, Louisa c. h. Portersville, Bibb's Store and Spottsylvania c. h. to Fredericksburg once a week. Leave Fredericksburg every Tuesday at noon, arrive at Goochland c. h. on Thursday by 11 A. M. and at Fredericksburg the next Tuesday by 5 A. M.
42. From Fredericksburg, by Port Royal and Pittsville, to Layton's once a week. Leave Fredericksburg every Wednesday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Layton's on Thursday by 10 A. M. Leave Layton's Tuesday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Fredericksburg on Wednesday by 11 A. M.
43. From Layton's, by Lloyd's, Tappahannock, Urbanna, Glens and Gloucester c. h. to Yorktown once a week. Leave Layton's every Thursday at noon and arrive at Yorktown every Saturday by 6 P. M. Leave Yorktown every Sunday at 5 A. M. and arrive at Layton's on Tuesday by noon.
NOTES. 1. The Post-Master-General may expedite the mails and alter the times of arrival and departure at any time during the course of the contracts, he stipulating an adequate compensation for any extra expense that may be occasioned thereby. 2. Fifteen minutes shall be allowed for opening & closing the mails at all offices where no particular time is prescribed.
GIDEON GRANGER, Post-Master-General. Washington City, Nov. 12, 1806.
THE SUBSCRIBERS, UNDER THE FIRM OF LESUEUR & SAUNDERS, inform their friends and the public, that they will continue the COMMISSION business, lately done by C. & T. Saunders. They promise the strictest attention to the interests of those who may favor them with consignments. They are now receiving a general and extensive assortment of GROCERIES, which will be offered for sale, Wholesale and Retail, on the lowest terms and best credit, in the store lately occupied by Messrs. William McKeane & Co. opposite the Vindue Office of Messrs. Prosser & Moncure—among which are the following articles:
DISSOLUTION OF CO-PARTNERSHIP. THE COPARTNERSHIP of C. and T. Saunders, is dissolved by mutual consent. All debts due by the concern will be adjusted and paid by Lesueur and Saunders, who are alone authorized to settle all claims due to and by the concern. C. H. SAUNDERS, TARLTON SAUNDERS. N. B. Those indebted are requested to make immediate payment as no further indulgence can be given. Nov. 22. LESUEUR, & SAUNDERS. tf.
FOR SALE. THE LOT and HOUSES whereon John Hamilton, Esq. the British Consul, resides: on it are a three story Dwelling-House, an Office and Kitchen, and other necessary Houses for family use; a Well of good Water, newly fitted, and a Garden lately laid out in a Ware-House and Cellar under it; the remains of a Wharf, which will make a good foundation to build on; with all the privileges of lots situated on the river, of extending a wharf. Also—27 1/2 Acres of well timbered LAND, with a good Fishery on Willoughby's Bay, lying in the mouth and part of Matoon's Creek, where the belt of Oysters and Fish can be conveniently taken. Also—A LOT in Smithfield, between Mrs. Purdie's and Captain Todd's lots.—For terms apply to THOMAS NEWTON. (tf.) THE subscriber adopts this mode of informing his friends, that he intends to practise LAW in the District Chancery Court of Williamsburg. CARTER BRAXTON. King 14 Green, Dec. 20. tf.