Virginia Argus (Richmond, Va.), 1804-04-04 00:00:00

The VIRGINIA ARGUS.
A FREE PRESS MAINTAINS THE SOVEREIGNTY OF THE PEOPLE.
[No. 1129]
RICHMOND:—PRINTED (ON WEDNESDAYS AND SATURDAYS) BY SAMUEL PLEASANTS, JUNIOR, ON THE MAIN STREET, A FEW DOORS WEST OF THE BRIDGE.
[FOUR DOLLARS PER ANNUM—PAID IN ADVANCE.]
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4, 1804.
[12 1-2 CENTS SINGLE]
Advertisements, not exceeding a square in length, are inserted in this paper for seven-five cents the first time; three dollars for three weeks (6 times); and for every additional insertion thirty-three cents. Long ones in the same proportion—unless a special contract be made by the year.
A man who writes a plain hand, is in want of employment. A line addressed to A. B. and left with Mr. Samuel Pleasants, Jr. will be attended to. March 9, 1804. tf
Fairfield Races.
On Monday the 30th of next month, will be run over the Fairfield course, a five-mile stake for colts four years old, two mile heats. Five colts are entered at 300 dollars each, and the subscription closed; weights agreeably to the rules of the Jockey Club. On the same day the Fairfield Jockey Club Cup will be run for, two mile heats, free for all ages. The horses to be bona fide the property of members of the club. On Tuesday the first day of May, the Jockey Club Purse of 400 dollars will be run for, four mile heats. On Wednesday the Purse of the proprietor of the course, three mile heats—weights as follows: Aged horses, 133 lbs.—6 years old 128 lbs.—5 years old, 118 lbs.—4 years old, 108 lbs.—3 years old, 90 lbs.—Mares and geldings allowed 3 lbs. The treasurer takes this opportunity of reminding delinquent members, of the necessity of forwarding the amount of their subscriptions previously to the commencement of the races. March 23 d 1804. tf
A great Bargain may be had in the TRACT OF LAND whereon the subscriber, now lives, within one mile of Charlottesville containing upwards of nine hundred acres, the property of James Monroe, Esq. a part of which is good tobacco land, the balance well calculated for farming. The improvements are two small brick houses with cellars, a framed kitchen with two fire places, meat house, stable, carriage house and barn—there is an orchard of excellent apples, peaches, nectarines, cherries, damsons and plums—the whole may be purchased together, or divided in lots to suit purchasers. I wish also to dispose of a claim of his in Kentucky of twenty thousand acres, to which a special warranty will be made, some of which is nearly as rich as any in the state; there is in this tract some appearance of iron ore, supposed to contain valuable salt water, with inexhaustible quantities of pit coal. A reasonable time of payment would be allowed the purchaser or purchasers for either of the above tracts, on paying a part, and securing the balance of the purchase money. Cash, good bonds, or liquidated accounts of Col. Monroe's will be received in payment. JAS. LEWIS, Agent for James Monroe. Feb. 25 th , 1804. wtf N.B. The subscriber has several species of property of his own to dispose of, all or any part of which shall be applied to the payment of Col. Monroe's debts J. L.
Run away from the Subscriber, in the upper end of Nottoway county on the 31 st day of October last, a Negro Man named ISAAC: about 25 or 26 years old, rather an under size and moderately spare, has rather a hoarse and lazy kind of voice and speech, and apt to compel you to repeat before he will give an answer, rather small eyes, has a kind of hitch, if well observed in one leg or hip in walking, rather a yellow black complexion, and has the marks of smart whipping. I purchased him about May, 1802 and have understood he was purchased when a small boy by a Mr. Deupree of Charlotte county, and that he was raised in York Town, that he ran away some years ago and was secured in York jail, and was in Richmond jail about the time of Gabriel's insurrection, and that he had been in Nottoway jail some time before that; it is therefore uncertain which way he may bend his course. I have never heard from him since his employment. Any person who will deliver him to me, or secure him so that I get him, shall be generously rewarded, and any information will be thankfully received. All persons are forewarned to harbor the said slave or to convey him out of this state, at their peril. JAMES DUPUY, Jr. Peach Grove, Jan. 17, 1804. wtf N.B. Since inserting the above, I have understood he had belonged when a boy to William McClary, who then lived in or near Hanover Town—The commissioners of the tax will be so good in their taking notice of free Negroes for said Isaac JAMES DUPUY, Jr. To Isaac Johnson, James Carter and Martin Richardson, who were residents of Cumberland county twelve or thirteen years past. GENTLEMEN. YOU will hereby receive notice that there is a cause depending in the Richmond chancery district court, wherein Susanna Watkins wife of John Watkins (by Charles Wright her trustee or next friend) is plaintiff, and Mary Hill administratrix of Gideon Hill, dec. the undersigned and the said John Watkins husband of the said Susanna, defendants—which cause was instituted for the recovery of sundry negroes sold by the sheriff of Hanover in the year 1791, to satisfy an execution in favor of you the above named Isaac Johnson. The object of this notice is to invite (as I have heretofore done) your attention to this cause. THOMAS STARKE. Hanover county, March 16, 1804. w3t
Nicholas Hallam, Two doors above the Swan Tavern, Richmond, has for sale, eight thousand wt. of American Cheese, Of the best quality, which he will sell on as good terms as can be bought in the state, by the single pound, or thousand. A constant supply of GROCERIES of the best kind—Also, A few bushels Northern POTATOES, for planting. N.B. Wanted a Young Man of reputable family, qualified to take charge of a Grocery, who can come well recommended, will meet with liberal encouragement. w6m
Scheme of a Lottery,
For the benefit of WILLIAM & MARY COLLEGE. FIRST CLASS. 8000 Tickets at 10 dollars. 80,000 2 Prizes, dollars. 10,000 20,000 60 of 500 30,000 2,000 of 15 30,000 80,000 Subsid to a deduction of 15 per. ct. 12,000 Expense of drawing, 2,000 Dollars, 10,000 First Ticket drawn, Dollars. 500 Last drawn, 10,000 1 other Prize of 10,000 59 other Prizes of 500 dollars. 29,500 2,000 of 15 dollars, 30,000 Dollars, 80,000 All tickets drawn blank may be renewed in the next class, at 10 dollars each; the price of all others will be 15 dollars. All prizes of 15 dollars may be renewed for the next class, or paid, at the option of the person entitled. If they be not claimed within three months after the drawing commences, they will be considered as renewed in the second class. The drawing to commence in the city of Williamsburg on the 1 st day of June, 1804, under the management of James Madison, John Bracken, William Nelson, Robert Greenhow, Burwell Bassett, Robert Saunders, Samuel Tyler, Champlin Travis, William Lightfoot, Littleton W. Tazewell, George Tucker and James Semple.
SECOND CLASS. 5,938 Tickets at 10 dollars. 59,380 4,062 ditto at 15 dollars. 60,930 Deduct loss on 2,062 tickets renewed at 2 1-3 5,113 Dollars. 125,155 2 Prizes of 20,000 dollars. 40,000 2 ditto of 10,000 dollars. 20,000 3 ditto of 5,000 15,000 50 ditto of 1,000 50,000 1 ditto 155 125,155 Deduct 10 per cent, 12,500 Expenses of drawing, 2,500 Sum raised, Dollars. 10,000 Ticket first drawn, Dollars. 1,000 Ticket last drawn, 20,000 One other Prize of 20,000 20,000 Two ditto of 10,000 20,000 3 ditto of 5,000 dollars. 15,000 40 ditto of 1,000 40,000 1 ditto 155 Dollars 125,155
TICKETS
May be had of George Tucker, Thomas Taylor, and Samuel Pleasants, Jr. in Richmond; Robert Birchett, and Watkins Leigh, Petersburg; Thomas Newton, Dr. Barrand, and Little W. Tazewell, Norfolk; Hugh Mercer, Fredericksburg; Henry Tucker, Winchester; Chapman Johnson, Staunton.
NOTICE.
Valuable Lands for Sale.
At Hanover courthouse, on Wednesday the 25 th of April next, being court day, will be exposed to sale at auction, for ready money, Two Tracts of Land, one of them containing 775 1-2 acres, more or less, and commonly known, and called by the name of Bib's Farm, part whereof lies in Hanover and part in Goochland. The other tract contains 100 acres more or less, and lies in Hanover. The subscriber believes that the latter tract is commonly known by the name of Fenton's place. Both tracts adjoin each other, and will be sold together. These lands are distant from the city of Richmond about 22 miles, in a healthy situation and an agreeable neighborhood. It is deemed unnecessary to say anything with respect to the quality of the soil, as it is believed that any one inclining to purchase will first view the lands. The sale will be made by virtue of a deed of trust from Thomas Thompson, Jane Isabella his wife, and William Davis, to George Yule, dated the 22 d of March, 1796, and recorded in the general court in June following; to secure the payment of a debt due from the said Thomas Thompson to Mordaunt Ferris & Co. and which deed of trust the subscriber was authorized to carry into effect by a deed of assignment made between him and the aforesaid Thomas Thompson and George Yule, dated the 23 d of January, 1798, and recorded in the general court the 13 th of November following, which two deeds will be exhibited on the day of sale, and a deed of conveyance with special warranty, will be executed to the purchaser, by CHARLES COPLAND. Richmond, 16 th February, 1804. wtds
FOR SALE, By Edward Hallam, Opposite the Swan Tavern, Excellent Salt-petred BACON, New England CHEESE, Irish POTATOES, New York PIPINS, fresh TAMARINDS by the Keg, RICE, INDIGO of superior quality, Sack SALT, and Bar IRON. Oct. 24 th , 1803. wtf
The business heretofore
carried on under the firm of ROBERT POLLOCK & Co. in this place, will from the 1 st of April next be conducted under that of POLLOCK, TREADWAY & CO. Manchester, 26 th March, 1804. 16t
PROPOSALS
For carrying the Mails of the United States, on the following Post-Roads, will be received at the General Post-Office, in Washington, until the 15 th day of June next, inclusive. 17. From Washington by Georgetown, Alexandria, Colchester, Dumfries, Aquia and Falmouth to Fredericksburg, six times a week. May 1 to November 1. Leave Washington every day, Sunday excepted, at 8 p. m. and arrive at Alexandria by 7 1-2 p. m. and Fredericksburg by the next noon, in 15 hours. Returning—Leave Fredericksburg every day, Monday excepted, at 11 a. m. and arrive in Washington by 11 p. m. November 1 to May 1. Leave Washington every day, Sunday excepted, at 6 p. m. and arrive at Fredericksburg the next day by 8 p. m. Leave Fredericksburg every day, Tuesday excepted, at 3 a. m. and arrive at Washington same day by 10 p. m. 18. From Fredericksburg by Bowling Green and Hanover, to Richmond, six times a week. May 1 to November 1. Leave Fredericksburg every day, Sunday excepted, at 1 p. m. and arrive at Richmond the next day by 3 a. m. in 14 hours. Returning—Leave Richmond every day, Sunday excepted, at 9 p. m. and arrive at Fredericksburg the next day by 10 a. m. in 13 hours. November 1 to May 1. Leave Fredericksburg every day, Monday excepted at 3 a. m. and arrive at Richmond the same day by 7 p. m. Returning—Leave Richmond every day, Monday excepted, at 3 a. m. and arrive at Fredericksburg the same day by 8 p. m. 19. From Richmond by Manchester and Osborne to Petersburg, every day. Leave Richmond every day at 4 a. m. and arrive at Petersburg by 9 a. m. Leave Petersburg every day at 3 p. m. and arrive at Richmond by 8 p. m. 20. From Richmond, Frazier's, New-Kent c. h. Williamsburg, Yorktown and Hampton to Norfolk, three times a week. Leave Richmond every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, at 4 a. m. and arrive at Hampton by 9 p. m. and at Norfolk on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, by 10 a. m. Returning—Leave Norfolk every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, at 3 p. m. and arrive at Richmond the next day by 7 p. m. in Summer, and 9 p. m. in Winter. 21. From Petersburg by City Point, Cabin Point, Smithfield, Surry c. h. and Suffolk c. h. to Portsmouth, three times a week. Leave Petersburg every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, at 11 a. m. and arrive at Portsmouth the next day by 8 a. m. Returning—Leave Portsmouth every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, at 4 p. m. and arrive at Petersburg the next day by 1 p. m.
NOTES.
1. The Post-master General may expedite the mails and after the times of arrival and departure at any time during the continuance of the contract, he stipulating an adequate compensation for any extra expense that may be occasioned thereby. 2. Fifteen minutes shall be allowed for opening and closing the mails at all offices where no particular time is specified. 3. For every thirty minutes delay (unavoidable accidents excepted) in arriving after the time prescribed in any contract, the contractor shall forfeit one dollar; and if the delay continues until the departure of any depending mail whereby the mails destined for such depending mail lose a trip, an additional forfeiture of five dollars shall be incurred. 4. Newspapers as well as letters are to be sent in the mail; and if any person making proposals desires to carry newspapers, other than those conveyed in the mail, for his own emolument, he must state in his proposals for what sum he will carry with the emolument, and for what sum without that emolument. 5. Should any person making proposals desire an alteration of the times of arrival and departure above specified, he must state in his proposals the alteration desired, and the difference they will make in the term of the contract. 6. Persons making proposals are desired to state their prices by the year. Those who contract will receive their pay quarterly, in the months of August, November, February and May, in one month after the expiration of each quarter. 7. No other than a free white person shall be employed to convey the mail. 8. Where the proposer intends to convey the mail in the body of a stage carriage, he is desired to state it in his proposals. 9. The Post-master General reserves to himself the right of declaring any contract at an end whenever three failures happen which amount to the loss of a trip each. 10. The contracts for the above routes are to be in operation on the first day of October next, and are to continue in force for two years.
GIBSON GRANIER, POST-MASTER GENERAL. General Post-Office, Washington City, February 23, 1804. wtds
Sports of the Turf.
The Jockey Club Purse Races at Powhatan Courthouse, will begin on Thursday the 19 th of April next, three mile heats, the first day, supposed to be about £100. The 2 d day, two mile heats, half the sum of the first. There will remain open a sweepstakes for three years old colts and fillies until the 18 th April, 100 dollars each, half forfeit, 4 subscribers or no race; to be run for the day after the Jockey Club Races. Powhatan, March 1 st . 1804 w5t
The proprietor of the
TURF presents his respectful compliments to all the admirers of this fascinating sport, and assures them that he is prepared to afford every kind of accommodation that can be expected on such an occasion—His stables are numerous and well provided. In the field he has a Gallery erected on the highest part of the ground. In this Gallery, D NNEE will be set, and free for those only who choose to dine. Tickets of admittance to the Gallery will be furnished at the bar below, at one dollar. [19A]
Foolscap & Letter Paper For Sale at this office
WONDER,
IMPORTED last fall in the ship Monticello, will stand, at my stable, the ensuing season, and be let to mares at Six Guineas each more the season, and a Dollar to the groom—but may be discharged with Five, provided they are paid by the first day of October next. As good pasturage as any in Virginia (with separate inclosures for mares and colts) gratis, and the greatest attention shall be paid them, but I will not be answerable for accidents or escapes.
PERFORMANCES
In 1796, WONDER, then two years old, won the two-pfakes at York, of 50 guineas each, for two years old colts, eight mares, fillies seven stone twelve pounds, six tubercles, beating Lord A. Hamilton's brother to Mutton, and Mr. Lowther's b c by Domed, out of Tulip, twenty to one against the winner. In 1797 when three years old, carrying eight stone seven pounds, at Doncaster, he beat Mr. Sitwell's commander, eight stone, the first half mile, for 100 guineas each. The same day he received forfeit from Mr. Baker's g. c. Ha-Hard, eight stone each, 200 guineas each, two miles. In 1798, he won the great produce stake at York of two hundred guineas each, five subscribers, four miles. In 1799, he won the sweepstakes at Stamford, of ten guineas each for all ages, beating Mr. Heathcote's Warner, eight subscribers, two miles. The same year he ran second, in a sweepstakes at York, for twenty guineas each, seven subscribers, two miles, beating Lord A. Hamilton's colt by Walnut, out of Nun, Sir Thomas Galt's coignee's Maid of the Mill and Abraham Newland, now called Cockfighter.
In 1800, for the York Oatlands, of fifty guineas each, he ran second to Cockfighter, allowing him seven pounds, beating Mr. Cookson's Sir Harry, eleven subscribers, two miles. The same year, at Doncaster, he beat Sir George Agnew's Tartar, one hundred guineas each, four miles. The same year, he challenged Mr. Johnson's Sir Solomon, offering five pounds, five hundred guineas each, two miles.
WONDER, was lamed in training in 1801, and has never since started. He was by Lord Fitzwilliam, is fifteen hands three inches high, nine years old last spring, full of bone, very handsome, and free from all natural blemishes—He is a dark chestnut, and is unquestionably as fine a horse as ever was imported to this country, and of as good a stock—and as a runner he certainly has exhibited well, having beaten Warner, Cockfighter, and Sir Harry, three of the best horses on the English turf. It will be observed, that his dam was got by Dioned, and he is perhaps as nearly like his grand sire, as it is possible for one horse to be like another. WONDER, covered two seasons in England, the first at two and the last at five guineas, which strongly indicates his growing reputation as a total getter.
PEDIGREE
He was got by Phenomenon, out of the dam of Lord Fitzwilliam's Brown Fanny, by Dioned—granddam by Massie, Young Hag Lalurham's dam by Skim, Old Hag, Hydria's dam by Crab, Ebony by Childers, out of Old Ebony by Batt. Phenomenon was got by King Heod—his dam Frenzy by Eclipse, her dam by Engineer, granddam by Blank, Late of the Mill by Traveller, Miss Makelefs by Young Greyhound, Partner, Woodcock, Croft's Bay Barb, Makelefs, Bummer, Dickey Pierson, son of Doffworth, Burton Barb mare. Taken from the General Stud Book.
RICHARD BLAND.
Prince George, February 25, 1804. N.B. The season to end the first of August next, and commence immediately. Servants boarded gratis—and mares fed with grain at the market price, if required. e6t
DRAGON,
LATE the property of his grace the Duke of Bedford, and sire of Speculator, Tarantula, Jenny, Spinner, Greener, Phoenix, Hospitality, &c. will stand the ensuing season, near Farmville, at Ten Guineas and a Dollar to the groom for each mare. The season will commence the first day of March next, and end the 1 st day of August following: extensive pasturage of superior quality will be furnished gratis, and the greatest attention paid, but no responsibility for accidents or escapes. The money will be expected for the season of such mares as are pastured, before they are removed, and mares sent with those that are not to be left with the horse, payable the 1 st of August next. Apply to RICHARD KNOWLES, Agent for John Randolph. Bizarre, Jan. 1 st , 1804. wtf
P.S. Farmville is 8 miles below Prince Edward courthouse, and 35 from Cartersville. Mares fed if required.
A NEAT ASSORTMENT OF Morocco Pocket Books Is just received and for sale at this office.
Valuable Property
FOR SALE. By virtue of a deed of trust executed by Richard and Dabney, of King William county, to the subscriber, to secure and satisfy a debt due from the said Richard to Cornelius Dabney, administrator with the will annexed, of Owen Dabney, dec. Will be offered to SALE, on the first day of Hanover county court, in the month of April next, at the courthouse of the said county, to the highest bidder, for ready payment, in current money.
SUNDRY SLAVES,
consisting of men, women and children, one Brood Mare about 8 years old, by Lampgher, two small Horse Carts, about 2 years old, by Americanus, the noted Stud Horse called Hanover, one Waggon and Gear, and 3 Horses, one excellent Chair Horse about 9 years old, and one Bay Mare Colt, by Americanus. GEO: WM. SMITH. Richmond, March 26, 1804. 140 W A
THE SUBSCRIBER,
Wishing to employ his capital in another way, proposes to sell at Public Vendue, on the 23 d day of May next, at the Eagle Tavern, commencing at 11 o'clock A. M. the following well situated and valuable PROPERTY, within this city—viz:
FIVE LOTS, between the basin of the Canal and James river—one of these is a good two story dwelling house, off the garden. On another, there is a dwelling house, offices and garden, of equal value—On another, there is a smaller dwelling house and garden—The other two lots are finely situated on the South East side of the Hay-Market Square, upon one of which there is a good lumber house.
Also, that very commodious, finely furnished, two story brick Dwelling House, with a square of four Lots, (more eligible in point of situation perhaps, than any other in the city) and completely arranged offices, on which the subscriber now resides.
A further description is deemed unnecessary, as it is wished that those who are disposed to purchase, will previously examine the premises. The last described square, will be found worthy of particular attention, since there is not another entire square, perhaps, to be purchased on any terms.
It is well known that property in Richmond becomes daily, more and more valuable. The rapid increase of commerce and population, the great and increasing advantages of the Canal, and the establishment of a Bank, with many other public institutions, justify the opinion, that property thus situated will continue to advance in price.
The terms of sale will be, a credit of five instalments—the first falling due six months after the day of sale, and the others to succeed at an interval of six months from each other.
Should it be agreeable for purchasers to make prompt payment, a liberal discount will be made; as it is an object to obtain shares in the Bank.
D M RANDOLPH. Richmond, 20 th March, 1804. wtds
Land for Sale.
AM disposed to sell my tract of land in the county of Amelia, whereon I at present reside, containing 400 acres. It is advantageously situated on the north side of West creek, just above its junction with Deep creek. There is on this tract about 280 acres of cleared land, under good fences, and in good farming condition, the balance stands in woods and is of prime Tobacco quality. The creek, (by which it is bounded on the south,) has a considerable quantity of swamp land attached to it, which abounds with fine large timber of white oak, poplar, ash, &c and lies convenient enough to every part of the plantation to furnish rails without cutting any of the high land. There is also about 40 acres of first rate meadow land, which lies in one body, beautifully situated and produces natural grass sufficient to winter one hundred head of cattle annually—about 20 acres of this meadow is reclaimed, and the balance may be put in the same situation with little trouble or expense—it may be necessary to observe that no part of it is liable to overflow, owing to a considerable distance from the creek, and sufficient dry to produce either Tobacco or Corn. The improvements consist of a new dwelling house, 34 feet by 18, with a brick chimney at each end, 2 rooms below and 2 rooms and a passage above stairs, also a commodious cellar, with a free place underneath the house, a smokehouse and kitchen, all of which are newly painted on the out side, tobacco barns, &c.
Those who are inclined to purchase such property are invited to view the premises, which I presume will be a better recommendation than anything I can say.
I will treat with any gentleman privately until the first day of July, on which day it will be sold at public sale, on the premises, if not previously disposed of at private sale. The terms will be one half cash when possession is given (which will be when demanded) and the other half in twelve months—to secure the payment of which a deed of trust on the property will be required. There is at present 120 bushels of wheat sowed on the best part of the plantation, which the purchaser may take, or not take also 8 prime laborers, which he may have the balance of the year—Application to be made to the subscriber, on the premises. J. ROBERTSON. Amelia, 1 st February, 1804. wtf
Powhatan county, to wit:
Taken up by Jacob Mi-
chael, of the aforesaid county, on the 10 th November, 1803, a Sorrel Roan Horse, 10 years old, with a bob tail, mane hanging on the left side and cropped, a blaze face, the left hind foot white, and all round—appraised to fifty dollars, and posted according to law. Teste, JAMES POINDEXTER, c. e.

DOCUMENTS.
Accompanying the Report of the committee appointed to enquire into the official conduct of SAMUEL CHASE and RICHARD PETERS.
(Continued.)
Interrogatories exhibited on the part of the House of Representatives to George Read, esquire, United States attorney for the district of Delaware, and Robert Hamilton, esquire, late marshal of the said district, in the matter depending before the committee of the House of Representatives, instituted to enquire into the official conduct of Samuel Chase and Richard Peters, esquires, or either of them.
1. Were you present at a circuit court of the United States, held at New-Castle, in the month of June, 1799 or 1800, in and for the district of Delaware, before Samuel Chase, one of the judges of the supreme court of the United States and G. Bedford, district judge of the United States for Delaware?
2. Were you present when the grand jury, after having received a charge from the said Samuel Chase, retired to their room, and also when they returned to the bar of the court?
3. Did the said grand jury, through their foreman, upon being asked by the clerk of the said court, whether they had any bills of indictment, or presentments to deliver to the said court, answer that they had not?
4. Did the said Samuel Chase, then and there, in your hearing, observe to the said grand jury, "That he had understood that there was a great deal of sedition in that state; that there was a very seditious printer, who resided in the town of Wilmington, and whose name was"—(not checking himself, said)—"perhaps it might be going too far to mention his name"—or words to that effect—or what other words did he use on that subject?
5. Did the said Samuel Chase then and there further observe that he would not consent to discharge the grand jury on that day, although solicited by several so to do; and did he direct them to attend, on the next day for the purpose of examining a file of the papers published by the said printer?
6. Did he also order the said district attorney to procure a file of the said papers, to be laid before the said grand jury, and were they procured by him and laid before them?
7. Did the said grand jury, on the next day, return into court after having examined a file of the said papers, without any bill or presentment, and were they then discharged by the court?
8. Do you know any thing further relative to the conduct of the said S. Chase, or do you recollect any conversation on the same subject which took place in open court between the said Samuel Chase and the said grand jury, or the said district attorney, or either of them?
9. Relate the same fully and at large, as if you were thereunto particularly interrogated.
10. Did the said Samuel Chase (at any time) express his surprise at the conduct of the said grand jury, and observe that whilst in the federal state of Delaware he could not get a seditious printer indicted, in Virginia he could not only get them indicted, but convicted and punished, or words to that effect?
JOHN RANDOLPH. Chairman of the Committee.
GEORGE READ, attorney of the United States of America in and for the Delaware district, residing in the town of New-Castle in the said district, aged thirty-seven years and upwards, being produced, sworn and examined on the annexed interrogatories exhibited on the part of the House of Representatives, instituted to enquire into the official conduct of Samuel Chase and Richard Peters, esquires, or either of them, pursuant to a commission issuing forth in that behalf, directed to Nehemiah Tilton and Archibald Alexander, of the county of New-Castle, Gentlemen, or either of them, before the said Archibald Alexander, one of the said commissioners—deposeth as followeth:
1. To the first interrogatory this deponent saith, that he was present in the character of district attorney of the United States of America in and for the Delaware district, at a circuit court of the said United States, held at New-Castle on the twenty-seventh and twenty-eighth days of June, one thousand eight hundred, in and for the said district, by, and before Samuel Chase, one of the judges of the supreme court of the said United States, and Gunning Bedford, district judge of the United States aforesaid for the said district.
2. To the second interrogatory this deponent saith, that he was present in court on the first day of the said court, mentioned in this deponent's answer to the first interrogatory, when the grand jury then and there attending, after having received a charge from the said Samuel Chase as presiding judge, retired to their room, and also when they returned to the bar of the said court.
3. To the third interrogatory this deponent saith, that the grand jury, through their foreman, upon being asked by the clerk the question stated in the third interrogatory, did answer, that they had found no bills of indictment nor had any presentments to make.
4. To the fourth interrogatory this deponent saith that the said Samuel Chase, did on receiving the answer from the grand jury, mentioned in this deponent's answer to the "third interrogatory," observe to that body in his hearing: "That he had been informed or heard, a highly seditious temper or disposition had manifested in the state of Delaware, among a certain class of people, particularly in New-Castle county, and more especially in the town of Wilmington, where lived a most seditious printer, unrestrained by any principle of virtue and regardless of social order." That the name of this printer was"—(here the learned judge paused for a moment, and then observed)—"Perhaps it might be assuming too much to mention the name of this person, but it becomes your special duty, and you must enquire diligently into this matter." That although this deponent will not undertake to say that every word, as here set forth, is precisely what the honorable judge expressed; yet he is perfectly convinced that the language is for the most part, what was used by the said judge, and the ideas conveyed by him at the time, precisely what the context imports.
5. To the fifth interrogatory this deponent saith, that several members of the grand jury on the behalf of themselves and their brethren, did, as soon as the said judge had closed the observation detailed in the answer to the fourth interrogatory, then and there earnestly request the court to dismiss them from further attendance on that duty, mentioning to the court, as a reason for the request, that they were generally farmers, and it being the season of harvest, their personal attention was most requisite on their farms—to which the judge replied, "that the business to which he had called their attention was of a most urgent and pressing nature and must be attended to, that he could not therefore discharge them until the ensuing day, when further information should be communicated to them on the subject he had referred to,"—or words to that effect—but this deponent did not at the time hear the judge say that his detaining the grand jury was for the purpose of examining a file of papers published by the said printer.
6. To the sixth interrogatory this deponent saith, that immediately after the conversation mentioned in the answer to the fifth interrogatory had been terminated, the said Samuel Chase addressed himself to this deponent, who then also was the district attorney for the said district, and asked him whether he had any criminal charge to prefer to the grand jury; to which this deponent replied, that no indictable offence had come to his knowledge—and he had no reason to believe, that any business of such sort could occur as would require the attendance of the jury during the term—but certainly, Sir, observed judge Chase, you might, by pursuing proper researches, make some discoveries.—Have you no persons in this (Delaware) state who have made it a uniform practice to libel the administration of the government of the United States; I have been told, Sir, (continued judge Chase,) and the general circulation of the report induces me to believe it true, that there is a printer in Wilmington, who publishes a most scandalous and seditious paper—but it will not do to mention names—have you not two printers in that town? To which this deponent answering in the affirmative, judge Chase further observed, that if so, and one of them, if report does not much belie him, is a seditious printer and must be taken notice of: I consider it a part of my duty and it shall, or may be noticed. And it is your duty, Mr. Attorney, to examine minutely and unremittingly into affairs of this nature—the times, Sir, require that this seditious spirit which pervades too many of our presses should be discouraged and repressed. Can you not procure some of this printer's papers, between this time and to-morrow morning, and by strictly examining them, find out whether he has not been guilty of libelling the government of the United States, or some of the officers thereof. This I say, Sir, must be done—I think it's your duty. That this deponent not approving of the manner in which this subject was pressed upon him, then stated to the judge in substance, that he was well acquainted with the duties of his office, and would certainly perform them, but that he had never been in the practice of hunting out offences: that he had not in his possession the papers alluded to by the honorable judge, nor had he read them; if, however, this deponent should be furnished with them, he would make the examination and communicate with the grand jury on the subject.—Judge Chase then said he was satisfied, and turning to the grand jury observed, that they could not be discharged, and however inconvenient it was, they must attend on the subsequent day at the usual hour. Judge Chase then directed that a file of the said papers should be procured and laid before this deponent. The newspaper, the files of which were referred to, was then understood to be, that which was styled "Mirror of the Times and General Advertiser;" but the deponent does not recollect that this title of the paper was at the time mentioned by judge Chase; and this deponent further saith, that a file of the said newspaper was procured by some person in the afternoon of that day, after the adjournment of the court, and delivered to him—that after examining the file of papers for some time, he discovered no libellous matter or any publication coming within the provisions of the sedition law—that this deponent,
conformable to the directions of the judge, sent on the next morning, the said file of papers to the grand jury then assembled in their room.
7. To the seventh interrogatory this deponent saith, that the said grand jury did, after examining the said file of papers, return into the said court, then convened, and in answer to the usual questions put by the clerk, said through their foreman that they had not agreed on any bills, nor had they any presentments to make.
8. To the eighth interrogatory this deponent saith, that soon after the said court had convened on the morning of the second day of the said term, this deponent at the request of the grand jury, attended in their room—when the foreman of the jury directing the attention of this deponent to a certain paragraph, in a publication contained in one of the said papers, dated the 21st of June, 1800, and republished from the "Aurora," (a true copy whereof is contained in schedule A, annexed to these answers, and to which the deponent refers) reflecting in very strong and pointed language on former conduct of judge Chase—observed there is a difference of opinion among the members of this body, with regard to the nature of that paragraph, whether libellous or not, and although it were a libel, whether it would be proper for the grand jury to present it as such to the circuit court—to which this deponent answered—that he had adverted to the paragraph the preceding day, and further observed, it would not be necessary for him to give an opinion to the jury, whether it were libellous or not, for that in whatsoever light it might be considered, the said court could take no cognizance of the matter of it, as it was not within the provisions of the sedition law, that law not embracing cases of libellous publications against the judges of the courts of the United States, and so not being cognizable as an offence by those courts by virtue of any act of Congress; the said circuit court could not take cognizance of it, as an offence at common law; judge Chase himself having decided in the circuit court, for the district of Pennsylvania, that the courts of the United States could not take cognizance of offences at common law, in the case of the United States of America against Worrel, 2d Dallas's Reports, 354, with which the grand jury declaring themselves satisfied, this deponent left them and returned into court, and the said file of papers being soon after sent and laid on the table within the bar of the court; judge Chase observing it, asked this deponent what had been done, and whether he or the grand jury had discovered any seditious publications, to which the deponent answered, none of that character which the said court could take cognizance of, unless the said paragraph, which this deponent then submitted to the inspection of judge Chase, were of that nature; and after he had read it, this deponent repeated to the said court the same observations herein before stated to have been made by him to the grand jury on the subject, with which the said court acquiescing, the business was passed over with much apparent good humor on the part of judge Chase; and the grand jury, soon after returning to the bar, were discharged by the court, without finding any bills or making any presentments.
9. To the ninth interrogatory this deponent saith, it containing only matter of reference to the eighth interrogatory, is already answered by the answer to that interrogatory.
10. To the tenth interrogatory this deponent saith, that he doth not remember to have heard judge Chase (at any time) make use of any expressions of the nature alluded to in this interrogatory.
G. READ.
The preceding answers to the interrogatories annexed, were duly taken, sworn to, and subscribed by George Read the deponent, on the thirty first day of January, in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and four, before ARCHIBALD ALEXANDER. (To be continued.)
REPORT
Of the Committee appointed to prepare Articles of Impeachment against Samuel Chase, one of the Associate Justices of the Supreme Court of the United States.
26th March, 1804.
Read, and ordered to lie on the table.
ARTICLES OF IMPEACHMENT.
Articles exhibited by the House of Representatives, of the U. States, in the name of themselves and of all the people of the United States, against Samuel Chase, one of the associate justices of the supreme court of the United States, in maintenance and support of their impeachment against him, for high crimes and misdemeanors.
Article I. That, unmindful of the solemn duties of his office, and contrary to the sacred obligation by which he stood bound to discharge them "faithfully and impartially, and without respect to persons," the said Samuel Chase, on the trial of John Fries, charged with treason, before the circuit court of the United States, held, for the district of Pennsylvania, in the city of Philadelphia, during the months of April and May, one thousand eight hundred, whereat the said Samuel Chase presided, did, in his judicial capacity, conduct himself in a manner highly arbitrary, oppressive and unjust, viz:—
1. In delivering an opinion in writing, on the question of law, on the construction
on which the defence of the accused materially depended, tending to prejudice the minds of the jury against the case of the said John Fries, the prisoner, before counsel had been heard in his defence.
2. In restricting the counsel for the said Fries from recurring to such English authorities as they believed apposite, or from citing certain statutes of the United States, which they deemed illustrative of the positions, upon which they intended to rest the defence of their client.
3. In debarring the prisoner from his constitutional privilege of addressing the jury (through his counsel) on the law, as well as on the fact, which was to determine his guilt, or innocence, and at the same time endeavoring to wrest from the jury their indisputable right to hear argument, and determine upon the question of law, as well as the question of fact, involved in the verdict which they were required to give.
Article II. That, in consequence of this irregular conduct of the said Samuel Chase, as dangerous to our liberties, as it is novel to our laws and usages, the said John Fries was deprived of the right, secured to him by the eighth article amendatory of the constitution, and was condemned to death without having been heard, by counsel, in his defence, to the disgrace of the character of the American Bench, in manifest violation of law and justice, and in open contempt of the rights of juries, on which ultimately rest the liberty and safety of the American people.
Article III. That prompted by a similar spirit of persecution and injustice, at a circuit court of the United States, held at Richmond, in the month of May, one thousand eight hundred, for the district of Virginia, whereat the said Samuel Chase presided, and before which a certain James Thomson Callender was arraigned for a libel on John Adams, then president of the United States, the said Samuel Chase, with intent to oppress, and procure the conviction of the said Callender, did overrule the objection of John Basset, one of the jury, who wished to be excused from serving on the said trial, because he had made up his mind, as to the publication from which the words, charged to be libellous, in the indictment, were extracted; and the said Basset was accordingly sworn, and did serve on the said jury.
Article IV. That the evidence of John Taylor, a material witness on behalf of the aforesaid Callender, was not permitted by the said Samuel Chase to be given in, because the said witness could not prove the truth of the whole of one of the charges, contained in the indictment, although the said charge embraced more than one fact.
Article V. That the conduct of the said Samuel Chase was marked, during the whole course of the said trial, by manifest injustice, partiality and intemperance, viz:
1. In refusing to postpone the trial, although an affidavit was regularly filed, stating the absence of material witnesses on behalf of the accused:
2. In the use of unusual, rude and contemptuous expressions towards the prisoner's counsel; and in insinuating that they wished to excite the public fears and indignation and to produce that insubordination to law, to which the conduct of the judge did at the same time manifestly tend:
3. In repeated and vexatious interruptions of the said counsel, on the part of the said judge, which at length induced them to abandon their cause and their client, who was thereupon convicted and condemned to fine and imprisonment:
4. In an indecent solicitude, manifested by the said Samuel Chase, for the conviction of the accused, unbecoming even a public prosecutor, but highly disgraceful to the character of a judge as it was subservive of justice.
Article VI. That at a circuit court of the United States, for the district of Delaware, held at New-Castle, in the month of June, one thousand eight hundred, whereat the said Samuel Chase presided, the said Samuel Chase, disregarding the duties of his office, did descend from the dignity of a judge and stoop to the level of an informer, by refusing to discharge the grand jury, although entreated by several of the said jury so to do; and after the said grand jury had regularly declared, through their foreman, that they had found no bills of indictment, nor had any presentments to make, by observing to the said grand jury, that he, the said Samuel Chase, understood "that a highly seditious temper had manifested itself in the state of Delaware, among a certain class of people, particularly in New-Castle county, and more especially in the town of Wilmington, where lived a most seditious printer, unrestrained by any principle of virtue, and regardless of social order,—that the name of this printer was"—(not checking himself, as if sensible of the indecorum which he was committing, added)—"that it might be assuming too much to mention the name of this person, but it becomes your duty, gentlemen, to enquire diligently into this matter;" and that with intention to procure the prosecution of the printer in question, the said Samuel Chase did, moreover, authoritatively enjoin on the district attorney of the United States the necessity of procuring a file of the papers to which he alluded, (and which were understood to be those published under the title of "Mirror of the Times and General Advertiser") and by a strict examination of them to find some passage which might furnish the ground-work of a prosecution against the printer of the said paper:
thereby degrading his high judicial functions and tending to impair the public confidence in, and respect for, the tribunals of justice, so essential to the general welfare.
Article VII. And whereas mutual respect and confidence between the government of the United States and those of the individual states, and between the people and those governments, respectively, are highly conducive to that public harmony, without which there can be no public happiness, yet the said Samuel Chase, disregarding the duties and dignity of his judicial character, did, at a circuit court, for the district of Maryland, held at Baltimore, in the month of May, one thousand eight hundred and three, pervert his official right and duty to address the grand jury then and there assembled, on the matters coming within the province of the said jury, for the purpose of delivering to the said grand jury an intemperate and inflammatory political harangue, with intent to excite the fears and resentment of the said grand jury, and of the good people of Maryland against their state government, and constitution, a conduct highly censurable in any, but particularly indecent and unbecoming in a judge of the supreme court of the United States: and moreover that the said Samuel Chase, then and there, under pretence of exercising his judicial right to address the said grand jury, as aforesaid, did, in a manner highly unwarrantable, endeavor to excite the odium of the said grand jury, and of the good people of Maryland against the government of the United States, by delivering opinions which even if the judicial authority were competent to their expression, on a suitable occasion and in a proper manner, were at that time and as delivered by him, highly indecent, extrajudicial and tending to prostitute the high judicial character with which he was vested to the low purpose of an electioneering partisan.
And the House of Representatives, by protestation, saving to themselves the liberty of exhibiting, at any time hereafter, any farther articles or other accusation or impeachment against the said Samuel Chase, and also of replying to his answers which he shall make unto the said articles, or any of them, and of offering proof to all and every the aforesaid articles, and to all and every other articles, impeachment, or accusation, which shall be exhibited by them as the case shall require, do demand that the said Samuel Chase may be put to answer the said crimes and misdemeanors, and that such proceedings, examinations, trials and judgments may be thereupon had and given as are agreeable to law and justice.
LEXINGTON, (Ken.) March 20. On Monday last the Fayette circuit court commenced its March session in this town. Richard Tomlinson, who was indicted for a rape, committed on his own niece, was found guilty, and sentenced to ten years imprisonment at hard labor in the penitentiary house. Public indignation was, perhaps, never more aroused than on this occasion.—During the trial the courthouse was continually crowded—and when the jury brought in their verdict, a burst of applause resounded from every part of the house.
The subscriber offers to sell a great bargain in that Valuable Property,
Lying in the city of Richmond and opposite Byrd's warehouse, at present occupied by Mr. Thomas Burgess—there is near an acre of land, a good dwelling house, kitchen, &c. It is considered to be one of the best stands in the city for a tavern or grocery store. Any person inclined to purchase will in my absence, apply to Mr. Thomas Burgess, or Mr. Louis Tricheart, who will show the premises. G. W. TRUEHEART. Hanover county, March 7, 1804.
The publicare respectfully informed that the business heretofore carried on by John Pumphrey, will in future be carried on under the firm of PUMFREY & FITZWHYLSONN. Richmond, April 4th, 1804.
THE SUBSCRIBER HAS FOR SALE, 60,000 Feet of Lumber,
Well assorted, of a good quality. He intends in future to keep a regular and plentiful supply of Plank, Boards, Scantling, &c. which will be sold on low terms in large or small quantities. He has also a valuable NEGRO WOMAN for sale. HUMPHREY DABNEY. Richmond, April 2, 1804.
We the subscribers holding lands adjoining to and near the city of Richmond and the James river canal, having for a length of time suffered numberless depredations on our property in timber, wood, stock and inclosures, by divers persons, under the various pretences of fishing, fowling, shooting and hunting; do hereby notify, forewarn and forbid all persons whomsoever, from trespassing on our said property, or that of either of us, under the aforesaid pretences, or in any other way whatsoever, having determined from unavoidable necessity to prosecute all such trespasses without respect of persons. W. Foushee. John Harvie. J. Robinson. Richmond, April 2, 1804.
RICHMOND James River Company.
At a meeting of the President and Directors of the Richmond James River Company, on the 26th day of March, 1804. Resolved, That the Share Holders pay to Robert Pollard, Treasurer, the sum of Five Dollars on each share on or before the first day of May next. Extract from the minutes. ROBERT POLLARD, CLK. March 26, 1804.

Table with 2 columns: Item, Price. Items include Tobacco, Wheat, Flour, etc.
It is reported that a gentleman in the City of Washington, has received a letter from a person of the first respectability in England...
The proposition for the removal of the seat of government from the city of Washington has been rejected in the Senate...
From Washington City, March 28. The Senate have receded. Yeas seven. Nays seven, from their amendment to the bill...
The bill has, therefore, passed, in the shape it was sent from the House of Representatives...
By information received from New Hampshire, on which we believe great reliance may be placed, there is the greatest probability that Mr. LANGDON is elected governor...
Congress yesterday brought their session to a close, after passing SIXTY-ONE acts. At no antecedent session, has there, perhaps, been before the national legislature more important business.
The several acts carrying the Louisiana convention into effect.
The acts for the government of that territory and the collection of revenue therein.
The proposed amendment to the constitution respecting the mode of electing President and Vice President.
The conviction of John Pickering of high crimes and misdemeanors.
The impeachment of Samuel Chase. The imposition of two and an half per cent on articles paying ad valorem duties for the protection of the commerce and seamen of the United States against the Barbary powers.
The opening of several new land offices for the disposition of western lands.
The substitution of specific in the room of ad valorem duties, and the imposition of light money on foreign vessels.
The repeal of the bankrupt system.
A great deal of business was transacted on the two last days, of which we will give a statement in our next paper.
Extracted from the EASTERN ARGUS.
I speak to deluded, not to deluding federalists, for these need no conviction; they know their own evil designs. It is to you, fellow-citizens, that I wish to speak...
I would ask those of you who still hold upon the skirts of federalism—where is that spirit of freedom that warmed the hearts of your fathers?
You are loth to be persuaded, that it was the wish of federalists in general, to bring the American government into the
channel which Mr. Tracy described. Were not the confessions of John Adams, to Mr. Taylor and Mr. Langdon, to the same purport?
FROM THE SALEM REGISTER. [The following affectionate address from Dr. Priestley, to Mr. Jefferson, as a dedication of a valuable work, which is to live for ages, will be a sufficient guard on the mind of posterity against the criminal invidious, base misrepresentations and clandestine purposes of unprincipled men.]
To THOMAS JEFFERSON, President of the United States.
Sir, My high respect for your character, as a politician, and a man, makes me desirous to connect my name in some measure with yours...
It is the boast of this country that it has a constitution the most favorable to political liberty, and private happiness, of any in the world; and alway that besides your great merit with respect to several articles of the first importance to public liberty in the instrument itself...
Many have appeared the friends of liberty while they were subject to the power of others; and especially when they were suffering by it; but I do not recollect one besides yourself who retained the same principles, and acted upon them in a situation of actual power.
Another reason why I wish to prefix your name to this work, as more appropriate to the subject of it is, that you have been the strenuous and uniform advocate of religious as well as of civil liberty both in your state of Virginia, and through the United States in general...
* When the Constitution was formed, Mr. Jefferson was absent on the service of his country, in Europe; but on receiving a copy of it, he wrote strongly to Mr. Madison, urging the want of provision for the freedom of religion, the freedom of the press, the trial by jury, the habeas corpus, the substitution of a militia for a standing army, and an express reservation to the states of all the rights not specifically granted to the Union.
that it is a state of things the most favorable to mutual candor (which is of great importance to domestic peace and good neighborhood) and to the cause of all truth, that of religion least of all excepted.
Having fled from a state of persecution in England, and having been not without some cause of apprehension in the late administration here, I feel the greater satisfaction in the prospect of passing the remainder of an active life, when I naturally wish for repose, under your protection.
With the most perfect attachment, and every good wish, I subscribe myself, not your subject, or your humble servant, but your sincere admirer.
JOSEPH PRIESTLEY. Northumberland, July, 1803.
By the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia. A PROCLAMATION. WHEREAS it is represented to the Executive, that Joseph Caldwell and Robert Pearson, confined for horse-stealing, and Cullen Demmory, confined for murder in the second degree...
Joseph Caldwell, convicted of horse stealing at the district court of Washington, May 1802; born in the county of Charlotte, 5 feet 11 inches high, 21 years old, fair complexion, dark hair and blue eyes, has a bad countenance, and when spoken to cannot look you in the face.
Robert Pearson, convicted of the same offence at the district court of the Sweet Springs, October 1803; born in the county of Botetourt, 6 feet high, 20 years old, fair complexion, dark hair and blue eyes, very thin visage, and has a downturn look; also has the appearance of bad health.
Cullen Demmory, a dark mulatto, convicted of murder in the second degree, at the district court of Suffolk, May, 1801; born in the county of Southampton, 5 feet 11 1/2 inches high, 27 years old, black hair and black eyes, and very thin visage.
Caldwell and Pearson made their escape from the penitentiary the 16th of April last and were retained in the counties of Botetourt & Washington, and were both tried for escaping and sentenced to two years additional confinement; the former by the district court of Washington in Sept last, and the latter by the district court held at the Sweet Springs in Oct. following.
By the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia. A PROCLAMATION. WHEREAS it is represented to the Executive, that Israel Wilkinson, who was committed to the jail of the district of Staunton, charged with horse stealing, hath escaped from the said jail; I have therefore thought fit with the advice of the council of state to issue this proclamation, hereby offering a reward of fifty dollars to any person or persons who shall apprehend and convey to the said district jail of Staunton the said Israel Wilkinson...
Said Wilkinson is about 24 years of age, upwards of six feet high, and large in proportion, has dark red hair, which is commonly kept tied, though it is not very long, and has some few freckles in his face; roundness clothed in a blue locomotive, a blue waistcoat, nearly new, striped pantalons of olive colored velvet or fancy cloth, and a thin summer waistcoat, but not particularly recollected.
Mr. Henry Caldwell, of the state of Kentucky. SIR, As you do not reside in this state, and have not any known agent to whom a personal notice can be given, you will be pleased to take notice, that I shall proceed to take the depositions of Samuel Booker, Caleb Baker and others, at Prince Edward courthouse, in the state of Virginia, on the third Thursday in May next...
The Public Warehouse on the James River Canal, is now in readiness to receive TOBACCO, on STORAGE, agreeably to law, and every attention will be paid by the Superintendent to preserve it from injury.
Extract of a law passed at Chillicothe, State of Ohio, February 18, 1804.
Sec. 1. Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Ohio, That all lands the property of individuals within this state, shall be chargeable for the state expenses to be levied and collected in such manner and proportion as herein after directed. Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That land shall be rated and classed in the manner following, that is to say; first, second and third rates, and the rule to be observed in classing of land shall be as follows; when a greater part of a tract shall be superior in quality to second rate land it shall be denominated first, when a greater part of a tract shall be inferior to first rate and superior to third rate it shall be denominated second rate, and when a greater part of a tract shall be inferior to second it shall be denominated third rate land...
all the taxes that shall not have been paid by the time aforesaid, and the auditor on receiving the schedule shall charge the collector with the said penalty on the amount of all the taxes contained in his schedule. Sec. 29. And be it further enacted, That the collector of each county shall at least fifteen days before the first Monday in December yearly, keep open an office for the receiving of taxes at the seat of justice in the several counties either by himself or his deputy, who shall without fail attend each and every day from the hours of six in the morning until eight in the evening.
THO: GIBSON, Auditor for the state of Ohio.
TO BE SOLD, On Monday next, at public sale, all the subscribers!
Stock on Hand: Consisting of an assortment of Looking Glasses, and a handsome collection of Pictures, in elegant gilt frames, with an assortment of Barometers and Thermometers, and an assortment of Spectacles—Likewise an assortment of Maps, and a great variety of Toys of different descriptions. The sale to take place at their store, near the Market house. As they are about to remove to Philadelphia, the above articles will be sold very cheap. CEATANU CETTI & Co. April 3d, 1804.
To be Sold. BY virtue of a decree of the high court of Chancery, Richmond district, will be sold, on Saturday the 14th of next month, at Zachariah Brook's Tavern, in Manchester, a Negro Woman and Negro Boy, The property of James Perry, for cash, by the COMMISSIONERS. Manchester, 24th March, 1804.
By virtue of a deed of trust, will be sold, on the 14th of next month, at public sale, at Zachariah Brook's tavern in Manchester, a parcel of LAND, conveyed by James Perry to the trustees, to raise the sum of 115 dollars 23 cts and costs attending the same, it being surplus money attached in the hands of the trustees, for the benefit of Wm. Woodbridge. The land lies in the county of Chesterfield, near Falling creek, and about ten miles from Manchester. BY THE TRUSTEES. March 28, 1804.
For Sale—The Tenement opposite the present residence of John Hopkins, Esq.—For terms apply at this office. Im.
* Public notice is hereby given, that the Court of Hustings of the City of Richmond will at the next court to be held for the said city on the second Monday in next month, proceed to appoint one fit and suitable person, to act as Inspector of Manufactured Tobacco within the city aforesaid, for the term of one year; by virtue and in pursuance of an act of the last session of Assembly, entitled, "An act to amend an act, concerning the manufacture of tobacco." (By order of Court) ANDREW STEVENSON. March 28, 1804.
THE public are hereby informed, that the subscriber is prepared with an excellent scene, which will be employed the whole of this season, at the well known SHAD & HERRING FISHERY at Varina, twelve miles below Richmond. The road that leads to this fishery, is plainer and better, than the road leading to any other fishery on James river below this city. His prices for fish will be as follows: Thirty-three shillings and four pence per hundred for shad, or six pence a piece for a smaller quantity. For herrings, twenty shillings per thousand. He will keep a regular supply of salt and barrels for the accommodation of those that may be disposed to purchase fish by the quantity. MOSES BATES. Henrico, March 30, 1804.
The members of the Dis-Swamp Canal Company, either in person, or by proxy, are requested to meet at the Exchange in Norfolk, on the first Monday in May next, to elect a president and directors, and on other business of importance to the company. Notice is also given to those who are delinquents in the payment of their quotas heretofore called for, that unless they make payment of their respective balances on or before the said day, that their shares will be sold on the Tuesday following the above mentioned day of meeting. By orders of the directors: Thomas Newton, Wm. Chas Lee, Chas. E. D. S. Richard Blev, Canal Co. 23d March, 1804.
LORENZO DOW, wishes without delay, to inform the public, that through the misunderstanding of his friends, his appointments as published in the Virginia Argus, clash with another course published by his direction. He therefore gives notice, that he will follow the route appointed by the Argus till he comes to Richmond—But from Richmond he intends to make his way to Norfolk, and from Norfolk to Alexandria agreeably to the appointments made by Dr. Hall and the other Methodist preachers of those parts. March 23, 1804.
The Broad Rock Jockey Club Races will commence on Tuesday the 8th day of May next, and will continue for 4 days—the 1st day the Jockey Club purse of dollars 400, four mile heats—2d day the Proprietor of the Field's purse of dollars 200, three mile heats—3d day the Jockey Club Cup of dollars 100 value, two mile heats, free for all ages, no person permitted to start for the cup but members of the club, and for their only benefit—4th day a Sweep Stakes for 4 years old colts and fillies, two mile heats, entrance dollars 100, half forfeit; subscription to close on the 15th day of April; 4 subscribers or no race; the weights and rules for those races are agreeable to the Richmond Jockey Club rules—weights as follows: aged horses 133 lbs 6 years old 128 lbs; 5 years old 118 lbs; 4 year old 108 lbs; 3 years old 90 lbs. Mares and Geldings allowed 5 lbs. The Treasurer for the club requests the members to be pointed in paying up their subscription on or before the day of running. THOMAS CHEATHAM, T. March 29, 1804.
THE MEMBERS OF THE CLUB are requested to meet at the Broad Rock course the day preceding the Jockey Club Purse, at o'clock in the evening, for the purpose of making some regulations for the different days running.

Richmond Gable & Son, Are receiving by the ship Fame and other arrival from Europe, a general assortment of MERCHANDIZE. Suitable to the season—which they are disposed to sell on moderate terms for cash, country produce, or to punctilious customers on the usual credit. Having a large and convenient WAREHOUSE, calculated to store flour, &c. those who may confide country produce to their care are assured, that their endeavors will be used to give general satisfaction, and their charge for storage, &c. will be reasonable. Richmond, 17th Oct. 1803.
VALUABLE PROPERTY FOR SALE The Corner Brick Tenement in this city, in the occupation of Messrs Ellis & Allan, Judith & others, forming three stores, with cellars and accommodations for three families—also three kitchen-cars attached to it, with all other appendages. Mr John F. Price will show the boundaries of the land, also the various conveniences. This situation for mercantile business so far recommends itself, that any further description or comment upon it is thought unnecessary. Those who are disposed to purchase will be pleased to make application to the subscriber between this and the 10th of next month, and if not sold by that time at private sale, it will be offered at public sale for ready money. Should the subscriber be absent a few days in the mean time, Jos. Gallego and Jos. Scott, Esq. or either of them, will have adequate power to conclude an agreement, which will be duly confirmed and ratified by DAVID ROSS. Richmond, 20th March 1804
RICHMOND James River Company. THE Richmond James River Company want to HIRE TWENTY NEGRO MEN for the balance of the year, and to employ an OVERSEER to take the management of them. None need apply but such as come well recommended for respectability of character and capacity for the trust. They would purchase eight or ten likely NEGRO MEN or LADS, who are under good character, for which a liberal price will be given in cash. ROBERT POLLARD. Richmond, March 19. 1804
Run away, some time the last winter, a negro man named DAVY, belonging to the estate of Christopher Robinson dec. he is a small dark fellow, with a thin voice, about 30 years of age; he was hired out the beginning of the year and in a short time left his master; it is understood that he followed his wife who but just before been removed from Gloucester to the plantation of Warner Washington, Esq. in Frederick, by Miss Mildred Rountree, to whom she belonged—(the wife's name is Nemero; it is supposed she follows him still near her, wherever she may be. I will give Ten Dollars in addition to what the law allows to any person who will deliver him to me in Gloucester, or half that sum to those who secure him in jail so that I receive him. I return all persons not to follow him in any manner, nor permit him to remain on their plantations. WM. CURTIS, Esq. of C. Robinson. Gloucester, Highgate, Jan. 16, 1804. P.S. It is understood that he has obtained a pass. Whose name is to it, is not known—It is requested when he is apprehended that the pass may be secured and delivered with him. W.G. We have a few Hogsheads and Quarter Casks of very excellent Madeira Wine, for sale. GIBSON & JEFFERSON. 23d March, 1804.
Fifth Requisition. By order of the Board of Directors of the Manchester Turnpike Company, the Stockholders are hereby required to pay the further sum of seven and a half dollars, on each share, into the hands of the Treasurer, on or before the first day of April next. JAMES BRANDER, Clerk. Manchester, 6th Feb. 1804.
Juvenile Instruction. THE Senior Class in J. Ogilvie's school have commenced the study of Criticism, Ethics and Metaphysics: an analysis of the principles of Political Economy and Government will conclude this part of the course. Young men who have not had an opportunity of studying these branches of science, (of all others the most important to such as aspire to literary, legal or political eminence,) will probably find the manner in which they are taught in this school, peculiarly calculated to facilitate and expedite their progress. The senior class is at present composed of seventeen young men; but as J. O. communicates his notion on these subjects entirely through the medium of lectures, eight or ten additional students, would extend his utility and increase his emoluments, without imposing upon him much more labor than he is at present undergoes. Richmond, March 9th, 1804.
Sports of the Pit. A MAIN of twenty one Cocks will be fought at Sussex on the 24th Tuesday in May next for One Thousand Dollars. The subscriber will use his endeavors to have the best accommodations. At the same time and place, will be offered for sale, eight or ten Negroes, consisting of a valuable man, two or three boys, and five girls—they are remarkably likely and comely one family; also, a valuable pair of young, well matched grey horses. GEO. DILLARD. March 19, 1804.
A Young Man is in want of a situation in a store, or as a clerk. Apply at John P. Shields' tavern, where he may be seen.
The subscriber will receive until the 14th day of next month, at the public manufactory of arms, PROPOSALS, for furnishing the commonwealth of Virginia, for the Cavalry there of, six hundred pair of HOLSTERS, and six hundred SWORD BELTS. He will also receive, until the above date, proposals for erecting a HOUSE in the city of Richmond, for the preservation of public Ordnance. JOHN CLARKE. March 20th, 1804.
Negro Fellows and Boys, To be employed in the coal business at our works in the county of Goochland, for which liberal prices will be given. We will likewise make contracts for raising from one to three hundred thousand bushels of Coal during the present year. JOHN ADAMS. SAMUEL G. ADAMS. March 20, 1804.
By Authority. Scheme of a Lottery. TO BUILD AN ACADEMY IN THE CITY OF RICHMOND. Dollars. 1 Prize—last drawn ticket, having a blank to its number, 20,000 1 do. 10,000 1 do. 5,000 5 do. of 1,000 make 5,000 6 do. of 500 3,000 10 do. of 200 2,000 20 do. of 100 2,000 100 do. of 50 5,000 250 do. of 30 7,500 420 do. of 25 10,500 1,500 do. of 20 30,000 3,000 do. of 15 45,000 1 first drawn ticket after 1,000 having a blank to its number, 250 1 do. after 2,000 do. 250 1 do. after 3,000 do. 250 1 do. after 4,000 do. 250 1 do. after 5,000 do. 500 1 do. after 6,000 do. 500 1 do. after 8,000 do. 500 1 do. after 10,000 do. 500 1 do. after 12,000 do. 500 1 do. after 14,000 do. 1,000 5,325 prizes, 150,000 9,675 blanks—not two to a prize. 15,000 tickets at 10 dollars each, 150,000 N. B. Prizes subject to a deduction of 15 per cent. This lottery has been authorized by the Legislature of Virginia, for the laudable purpose of erecting a seminary of learning in or near the metropolis of this state. With this view, it is contemplated to raise 20,000 dollars, and 2,500 dollars in addition, for defraying the expenses attendant on drawing the lottery. Citizens of the first respectability have been selected as trustees, and they have pledged themselves to use their utmost exertions to carry it into effect. The scheme has the advantage of giving to each adventurer, a chance for some very large prizes, whilst the proportion of prizes to blanks, is so great as to invite the friends of the intended institution to partake in the lottery, with very little risk of their becoming losers. The treasurer of the state is to be appointed to receive the money for the tickets as they are sold, and to pay the amount of the prizes to the fortunate adventurers. It is believed that the above considerations will induce a rapid sale of tickets, and the drawing will commence as soon as a sufficient number shall be sold to authorize it—which it is believed will be on the second Monday in December next. Richmond, January 31, 1804.
TICKETS to be had of Robert Pollard, Doct. John Brockenbrough, Jr. Wm. Price, (Reg.) Samuel Meigs, Jr. and William Prichard.
BURR MILL-STONE MANUFACTORY. THE subscriber takes this mode of returning his thanks to his former patrons, and informing the public in general, that he has (by desire of his friends) re-commenced the MANUFACTURING OF BURR MILL-STONES; and having furnished himself with a supply of the best materials, and having had sixteen years experience in the business, in Baltimore, Petersburg and Richmond, hopes to be able to give satisfaction to his employers. The stones he will warrant to be as good as any in the United States. Any orders left with Capt. WILLIAM PENNOCK, Norfolk; Capt. WILLIAM CHAMBERS, Staunton; Mr. WILLIAM DAY, Wythe county, or Mr. ROBERT MOORE, Petersburg, shall be duly attended to, and country produce received in payment, at the customary prices. TWO APPRENTICES will be taken to the above business, and short time required. WILLIAM DAVIDSON. Richmond, Jan. 10th, 1803. (if) N.B. FOR SALE, PLAISTER OF PARIS, in stone or ground, for the improvement of land, with directions for the use thereof.
Valuable Property. The subscriber offers for sale, that valuable unimproved Lot of Ground, Situate on the main street in the city of Richmond, containing about sixty six feet in front and running one hundred feet back, on the cross street leading to the basin of the canal, & immediately opposite to the corner stores now in the occupancy of Messrs. Pickett, Pollard and Johnston, and that of Mr. Charles Spencer. The numerous advantages attending this property needs no comment, its situation being in the centre of business renders it an object for public or private employment, and is perhaps the most eligible in this city for either. Any person desirous of purchasing will be treated with privately on application at any time between this and the first day of May next, and if not sold previous to that day, the same will be offered for sale at public auction, on the fifth day of that month, and the terms thereof made known. JOHN MENERY. Feb. 15th, 1804.
TWENTY DOLLARS REWARD. RUN away from the subscriber on Saturday the 19th of February, 1804, a dark mulatto man called BILLY, 24 or 25 years of age, 5 feet 6 or 7 inches high, a thick head of hair, which he combs up, and little inclined to be bow-legged, is very polite and conversational, and no doubt will attempt to pass as a free man; he is a good waiter and an excellent hostler, the latter occupation he is very fond of. I have reason to believe he will make for the country of Fauquier, having a brother in that county the property of Mr. Pickett; his dress consisted of a round blue jacket, with blue and drab pantaloons, a pair of boots and a leather hat, and carried off other clothes. I will give the above reward to any person who will deliver him to me in Hanover county near Newcastle, or secure him in jail so that I get him again. All masters of vessels and others are forewarned from carrying him out of the state on their peril. THOMAS BLAKEY. Feb. 21, 1804.
NOTICE. THAT BOOKS will be opened on the first Monday in next month, (April,) in the counting room of Robert Gamble & Son, at 12 o'clock, for receiving subscriptions to the "Richmond and Columbia Magazine." Those who may become subscribers, are hereby notified that the first day of May next, conformably to the act of assembly, is designated for the General Meeting of the Share holders, for the purpose of appointing Directors. By order of a meeting of the managers, held at the Eagle Tavern, in Richmond, 21st March, 1804. RO: GAMBLE, Chairman. March 26, 1804.
THE HIGH PRICED IMPORTED HORSE. ROBIN REDBREAST, Will stand at my stable in Chesterfield county, to cover mares the next season—the performance of this horse on the turf for the time he ran in England, was equal to any horse imported into this country. In getting him out of the ship at City Point, he fell and was much hurt, but is now so well recovered that there can be no doubt of his being in high perfection by the spring. Terms will be made known before the season commences. THOMAS GOODE. December 21, 1803.
Parcel of Ground, Lying in the soil town of Daughertyville, on which is a dwelling house, store house and lumber-house—for the purpose of satisfying the aforesaid debt, with interest and costs attending the execution of this trust. Bond and good security will be required of the purchaser, with interest from the date. JOHN FLOOD, } Trustees. I. FREELAND, } March 17, 1804.
A PROPOSAL, BY WILLIAM YOUNG BIRCH & ABRAHAM SMALL, OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: FOR PUBLISHING BY SUBSCRIPTION, THAT CELEBRATED WORK, GIBBON'S HISTORY OF THE DECLINE AND FALL OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE: Together with MEMOIRS of the LIFE and WRITINGS of the AUTHOR. No book could be offered, which stands in less need of encomium and recommendation—it has been read in almost every European language—The history of the long and interesting period from the reign of Augustus to the taking of Constantinople, and the death of Mahomet the II. is no where else to be found in the shape of regular and well-arranged history. The Publishers presume to hope, that they do a service to their country in giving an Edition of it from the American press—They will briefly speak of their intentions, and the superiority of this edition. 1. It will be the most complete Edition of Gibbon's extant.—Because it will be enriched with the Memoirs of his Life and Writings, written by himself.—This will be an addition to the London copy of nearly 200 pages. 2. It will be about one-third cheaper than the London Copy. 3. It will be executed in the best style.—The Publishers, with confidence, recommend to the public an inspection of the books, published by them within the last three years.—They are, Russell's Ancient and Modern Europe, 7 Volumes—The Domestic Encyclopedia, 5 Volumes, and Tucker's Blackstone, 5 Volumes.—They promise not to degenerate. CONDITIONS. 1. It shall be printed from the last London edition, and be published in Eight Octavo Volumes, during the year 1804. 2. It shall be delivered to those Subscribers who take it in Volumes, at Two Dollars per Volume, in boards. Those who wait for the completion of the Work, may have it either at Sixteen Dollars in boards; or in a good and handsome binding, at Twenty Dollars; payable on delivery. It will be enriched with Two whole sheet Maps—One of the Eastern, the other of the Western part of the Roman Empire—A Map of the parts of Europe and Asia adjacent to Constantinople, and an elegantly engraved Head of the Author. Subscriptions received by SAMUEL PLEASANTS, Jr. Richmond. ep
FOR SALE. An Elegant Coach, And HARNESS, comp etc, for four horses, may be had a great bargain, on application to A. MYERS, near the bridge. Richmond, Feb. 11, 1804.
4439 Acres of valuable LAND, In the south of Kentucky, the greater part military, will be SOLD for good bonds, or exchanged for property in the state of Virginia—Enquire of the printer. Dec. 26th, 1803.
TO RENT, A THREE STORY BRICK HOUSE, Near the Market bridge, well situated for a dry or wet goods store, with good accommodation for a family.—For further particulars enquire of the printer. Richmond, March 2, 1804.
Family Flour. A CONSTANT supply of FLOUR, of a superior quality, for family use, kept for SALE, by GEORGE WATT. Richmond, 5th March, 1804.
Stephen Baranzino & Co. JUST arrived from Philadelphia, beg leave to inform the public, that they have opened a STORE opposite to the Market-house, which was formerly occupied by Mr. Isaac Delyon; where they offer for sale the following articles, for cash, at a very low price.—An assortment of LOOKING GLASSES, and a handsome collection of PICTURES in elegant gilt frames, with an assortment of BAROMETERS and THERMOMETERS, and an assortment of SPECTACLES. They have likewise a great variety of TOYS of different descriptions. Richmond, March 17, 1804. 3w*
Lawyers' Declarations For Sale here
FOR SALE, THE ESTATE, CALLED VARINA, LYING on James river, in Henrico county, twelve miles from Richmond, and about the same distance from Petersburg. The quantity of land about 820 acres, of which 500 are of the best quality in the state for wheat, lying in a gentle and uniform slope entirely above floods, completely free from stumps and all obstructions to the plough, yet continuing in strong heart. The remainder is mostly, rather uncommonly high and firm tide marsh, about one fourth cleared; 10 or 15 acres completely surrounded by a good bank of clay, which has been extended, with the view of reclaiming the whole, as far as about two thirds of the requisite distance. The wood which can be carried almost from the stump on board large sea vessels upon two spars, for the distance of three fourths of a mile along the skirts of the forest, will pay all the expenses of reclaiming many times over. A part which was formerly reclaimed from the tide, proved dry enough for tobacco, and brought several immense crops of it without showing a possibility of exhaustion. The marsh abounds with that tall and fine natural grass, the hay of which is thought by numbers preferable to timothy.—A few valuable Negroes raised on the place, viz. three men and a woman, also about a score of cows and oxen of the Amphill and Boynton breed mixed, some other stock, about a score and a half of Spanish ewes very nearly pure Merino's blood, and 100 barrels of corn, will be left on the place. The tenant is bound to furnish seed and sow a full crop of wheat, about 100 acres, in due time. The estate will be shown to visitors, by Mr. Moses Bates and Mr. W. Radford, living upon it. Mr. George Jefferson of Richmond, or Mr. Thomas Estlin Randolph, will make known the terms to applicants, and will either of them conclude a bargain, which the proprietor will ratify. December 30, 1803.
A Number of Lots, Intersected by commodious streets, crossing at right angles, running due North and South, by East and West, agreeably to a plan deposited at Mr. Samuel Pleasants' Office. This land lies upon the margin of James river, and adjacent to that part of Richmond called Rocketts. The advantages of this property will present themselves to any person who will view it. The channel runs very near the bank, & that so high as to be entirely safe from freshest. Valuable warehouses are already erected near this spot, and there can be no doubt that the rapid increase of population and commerce of Richmond will render it desirable, both as a place of residence, and of business. It is known that the canal which has been accomplished at a considerable expense, and must shortly be communicated with tide water, & the improvements for land carriage, afford the means of conveying to this place the productions of an extensive & fertile country heretofore carried to the northern markets for want of these facilities; and if properly managed, must make it the important point of junction between the Eastern and Western people, as well a depot as a market for produce, coal and foreign merchandise. The legislature have lately incorporated a company for deepening the channel of the river, so as to bring ships of 300 tons burthen, to Rocketts. And have also established a bank on extensive principles, which must greatly increase commercial enterprise. These important considerations contribute to render the property now offered for sale an object of attention to the Landlord, Merchant and Mechanic. The terms of sale will be one fourth for approved notes, in 60 days, the residue on bond payable the 1st Jan. next, to carry interest if not paid punctiliously, and no title made until the bond shall be discharged. A discount of 5 per cent on the last payment, will be allowed for ready money. Wm. MAY. Powhatan, Feb. 24th, 1804.
NOTICE. THE Election for Common Council-men and Aldermen for the city of Richmond will commence on the 1st Wednesday in April next, agreeable to an act of the General Assembly. J. WHITELAW, Serjeant of the city of Richmond. March 7, 1804.
Run away from the sub- scriber, living in Amherst county, on the 18th of last month, a mulatto man named WARNICK, about thirty years of age, and about five feet ten inches high, rather knock kneed & slender made, had on when he went away a new suit of nap'd cotton. Whoever will deliver the said slave to me or secure him in jail so that I get him again, shall receive TEN DOLLARS reward besides what the law allows. ROBERT PAGE. 1st March, 1804. 3w*
WILLIAM TEMPLE, HAS FOR SALE, 100 groce black QUART BOTTLES, packed in hlds. containing 2 1/4 groce each—100 Kegs. WHITE LEAD ground in oil, containing 28ibs, each—50 Kegs. SPANISH BROWN—500 Sacks SALT—21 Bales best twill'd SACKING, containing 6850 yards—4 chests 4-4 Irish LINENS, containing 50 pieces each, assorted, from 18d to 4s 6d sterling, of the bleach of Stephenson, which by all who know them are preferred—1 chest 5-4 Irish SHEETINGS, containing 25 pieces, assorted, from 18d to 3s sterling—2 Bales INDIA COTTONS. Richmond, Pth March, 1804. [4w]
FOR SALE. On Friday the 27th day of next month, will be sold to the highest bidder, at Dunkirk, in King & Queen county, A Tract of Land, contiguous to said town, and containing 1040 acres—500 acres of this land are low grounds on Mattaponi river, and compose a handsome plantation in good order for farming—the remainder consists of high land adjoining, of good quality, and has on it a commodious dwelling house, besides a valuable orchard of peach and apple trees. At the same time will be sold several improved LOTS in the town, on one of which there is a convenient tavern, with stables and a garden. The property will be sold collectively or separately as purchasers may wish. The land will be shown to any person, on application to Mr. Samuel Pleasants, who resides near it. One third of the money will be expected in hand, and the balance in three annual payments. THOMAS MILLER. Powhatan, March 17, 1804. 1m
WAR DEPARTMENT, Feb. 8th, 1804. Notice is hereby given, That separate proposals will be received at the office of the Secretary for the Department of War, until the eighteenth day of May next ensuing, for the supply of all rations which may be required for the use of the United States, from the 1st day of October, 1804, until the 30th day of September, 1805, both days inclusive, at the following places, viz. First. At Niagara, Detroit, Michilimackinac, Chicago, Fort Wayne, the post on the Miami of the Lakes, and at any place or places, where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of Ohio, and at any place or places within the Indiana territory north of the 41st degree of north latitude. Second. At South West Point, Tellico, Knoxville, Nashville, and within the Cherokee nation between Tennessee and Georgia, and on the Tennessee river, and on the road between said river and Nashville, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the states of Tennessee and Kentucky. Third. At the garrison near Vincennes, on the river Wabash. Fourth. At Fort Massac, near the mouth of the Ohio, Kaskaskias, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the Indiana territory, south of the 41st degree of North latitude, (Vincennes excepted.) Fifth. At St. Louis, New Madrid, and any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited in Louisiana, north of the settlements on the river Arkansas. Sixth. At Chickasaw Bluffs, Arkansas, Natchez, Fort Adams, Fort Stoddard on the Mobile, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the Mississippi territory, and on the road between Natchez and the Tennessee river, (the post on said river excepted.) Seventh. At New Orleans, and any place or places on the Mississippi river, below Fort Adams, and at Opelousas, Natchitoches, and at any other place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched, or recruited in Louisiana, not before mentioned, or provided for. Separate proposals will also be received as aforesaid for the supply of all rations, which may be required for the use of the United States, from the 1st day of January, 1805, until the 31st day of December of the same year, both days inclusive, within the several states herein after mentioned, viz. Eighth. At Fort Wilkinson, Cockspur Island, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited, within the state of Georgia, and on the Indian boundary between Georgia and the Creek nation. Ninth. At Charleston, Rocky Mountain, on the head waters of the Santee, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the states of South and North Carolina. Tenth. At Norfolk, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of Virginia. Eleventh. At Fort M'Henry, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of Maryland and the district of Columbia. Twelfth. At Fort Mifflin, Pitsburg, Carlisle, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the states of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. Thirteenth. At Fort Jay, West Point, Albany, Schenectady, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of New-York, (Niagara excepted.) Fourteenth. At Fort Trumbull, Fort Wolcott, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the states of Connecticut, Rhode-Island and Vermont. Fifteenth. At Fort Independence, (Boston harbour) and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of Massachusetts (the district of Maine excepted.) Sixteenth. At Portsmouth, Portland, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of New-Hampshire and the district of Maine. A ration to consist of one pound and one quarter of beef or three quarters of a pound of pork, eighteen ounces of bread or flour, one gill of rum, whisky or brandy, and at the rate of two quarts of salt, four quarts of vinegar, four pounds of soap, and one pound and one half of candles, to every hundred rations. The prices of the several component parts of the rations shall be specified; but the United States reserve the right of making such alterations in the price of the component parts of the ration aforesaid as shall make the price of each part thereof bear a just proportion to the proposed price for the whole ration. The rations are to be furnished in such quantities, that there shall at all times, during the term of the proposed contract, be sufficient for the consumption of the troops at Michilimackinac, Detroit, Niagara and Chicago for six months in advance, and at each of the other posts on the western waters for at least three months in advance, of good and wholesome provisions, if the same be required. It is also to be permitted to all and every of the Commanders of fortified places or posts to call for at seasons when the same can be transported, or at any time in the case of urgency such supplies of like provisions in advance, as in the discretion of the Commandant shall be deemed proper. It is to be understood that the contractor is to be at the expense and risk of issuing the supplies to the troops, and that all losses sustained by the depredation of an enemy, or by means of the troops of the United States, shall be paid by the United States at the price of the articles captured or destroyed as aforesaid, on the deposition of two or more persons of creditable characters, and the certificate of a commissioned officer stating the circumstances of the loss, and the amount of the articles for which compensation shall be claimed. The privilege is understood to be reserved to the United States of requiring that none of the supplies which may be furnished under any of the proposed contracts, shall be issued until the supplies which have been or may be furnished under contracts now in force, have been consumed, and that a supply in advance may be always required at any of the fixed posts on the Sea board or Indian frontiers, not exceeding three months. H. DEARBORN, Secretary of War. (t M 18)
NOTICE. ALL persons having bonded claims against the estate of the late Gen. JAMES A. BRADBY, are requested to bring them forward without delay, to SAML. BUTLER, Esq., Surry County, February 8th, 1804. 2m
COURTNEY'S COLLECTION OF Hymns & Spiritual Songs, Are for sale by the printer or single, at S. PLEASANTS' Printing Office.