Virginia Argus (Richmond, Va.), 1809-11-14 00:00:00

VIRGINIA ARGUS.
[XVIIth YEAR.]
A FREE PRESS MAINTAINS THE SOVEREIGNTY OF THE PEOPLE.
[No. 1705.]
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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 1809.
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Richmond Price Current.
[CORRECTED WEEKLY.]
   CASH. D. C.     Tobacco, 6 00   Wheat, new, 1 33   Flour, super-fine, 7 00   Flour, fine, 6 50   Corn, 3 50   Hemp, per ton, 280 00   Iron, 110 00   Potatoes, 00 10   Whiskey, 00 75  
VIRGINIA: At a superior court of chancery held at the capitol in the city of Richmond, the 21st day of September, 1809.
John Lambert, representative and devisee of George Harmer, deceased. AGAINST Thomas Key, Henry Key, William Bibb Key, Daniel John Key, Tandy Key, Joshua Key, Walter Key, John White and Martha his wife, descendants and heirs or devisees of Martin Key, deceased, Defts.
The defendants Thomas Key, Henry Key, William Bibb Key, James Key and Daniel, not having entered their appearance and given security according to the act of assembly, and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court, that they are not inhabitants of this country, on motion of the plaintiff by counsel it is ordered, that the said defendants do appear here on the first day of the next term, and answer the bill of the plaintiff; and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some newspaper published in the city of Richmond, for two months successively, and printed at the front door of the capitol in the said city.
A Copy—Teste, PETER TINSLEY, C. C.
At a court held for King and Queen county, at the courthouse, on Monday the 9th of October, 1809.
Joseph Mann, Plff. In AGAINST } Chancery. John Lumpkin & James Lumpkin & Thomas Jeffries, Defts.
THE defendant James Lumpkin not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that the said defendant James Lumpkin is not an inhabitant of this commonwealth, on motion of the plaintiff by his counsel. It is ordered, that the said defendant James Lumpkin do appear here on the second Monday in January next and answer the bill of the plaintiff, and that a copy of this order be forthwith published in some public newspaper printed in the city of Richmond, for two months successively, and that another copy be posted at the front door of this courthouse.
A Copy—Teste, RO. POLLARD, C. C.
SHAPARD & LUCKE have received a general assortment of GROCERIES , consisting of, Sugar, Coffee, W. I. Rum, Country Gin, Whiskey, Sherry and Madeira Wine, Pepper, Mustard, Ginger, Imperial Tea, English Mustard, Salt in Sacks.
ALSO, Earthen, Glass, China, and Stone Ware; German, Crowley and Blistered Steel; Bar Iron, Nail Rods, Sash Leather, Writing, Wrapping and Printing Paper, Spanish Segars, Cotton Cards, Shot, Powder, Window Glass, Indigo, Copperas, Allum, Logwood, Cut Herrings, &c. &c. which they offer low for cash, country produce, or approved paper.
N. B. Cash given for flour as usual. Nov. 6, 1809. wtf
PURSUANT to the last will and testament of William West, deceased, will be sold, to the highest bidder on Thursday the 23rd day of December next (if fair, if not the next fair day) on the premises, the TRACT OF LAND , whereon he lived, lying in the upper end of King William County and adjoining the lands of Richard Boddens and John Temple, containing 517 acres, more or less—Immediate possession may be had. Terms of sale, one third at the expiration of one year, one third at the expiration of two years and the balance at the expiration of three years to be secured by a deed of trust upon the land, with bonds and approved security to carry interest from the date if not punctually paid. Also at the same time and place, will be sold, the balance of the stock, plantation utensils, household and kitchen furniture, crops, of tobacco, corn, wheat, fodder, &c. for which 12 months credit will be given for all sums above 20 dollars, on receiving bonds with approved security, to carry interest from the date if not punctually paid; and for all sums under 20 dollars cash.
GEORGE M. WEST, Executor of William West, dec'd. King William, Oct. 30th, 1809. 3tp
FOR SALE AT THIS OFFICE,
A FEW HANDSOME COPIES OF
GIBBON'S DECLINE & FALL OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE;
To which is added, (in this edition only) THE VERY INTERESTING LIFE OF THE AUTHOR, written by HIMSELF, Eight Vols, Large Octavo, Price 22 Dollars.
MISCELLANEOUS.
TRUTH, ELOQUENCE, PATRIOTISM!
[As a necessary introduction to the ensuing letters, it is proper to state that the venerable general John Stark—the veteran who commanded the American troops, on the memorable 16th of August, 1777, at the battle of Bennington, had received from his friends and fellow soldiers at Bennington, which were read at the celebration of the late anniversary of that glorious day. This reply is the very quintessence of genuine patriotism; it has received and deserved the most universal and unlimited applause. He says, "You wish my sentiments—them you shall have as free as the air we breathe. As I was then so I am now—the friend of equal rights of men of representative democracy, of republicanism, and the declaration of independence. The great charter of our national rights; and of course the friend of the indissoluble union and constitution of the states. I am the enemy of all foreign influence; for all foreign influence is the influence of tyranny. This is the only chosen spot of liberty—this is the only republic on earth. You well know, gentlemen, that at the time of the event you celebrate, there was a powerful British faction in the country (called Tories) and a material part of the force we had to contend with was Tories. This faction was ranking in our councils, till they had laid the foundation for the subversion of our liberties. But by good fortune at our posts we were apprized of our danger; and the sons of freedom beat the alarm &c. as at Bennington "they came, they saw and they conquered." (Veni, vidi, vici) But again the faction has rallied to the charge, and again they have been beaten. It is my orders now, and will be my orders to all my volunteers, to look well to their centres; for there is a dangerous British party in this country, lurking in their hiding places, more dangerous than all our foreign enemies." Gen. Stark is 81 years of age. His life has been a life of practical patriotism. Such is his advice, such are his impressive words, sanctioned by his scars received in the battles of freedom, and collected by the experience of more than half a century. The subsequent correspondence is copied from a valuable publication—the New Hampshire Patriot.—Eastern paper.
Salem, Washington County, New York, 17th Sept. 1809.
Sir,
In behalf of the republican citizens of the county of Washington, convened on the 14th inst. for the purpose of taking into consideration the present critical situation of their country, and as Freeman to their committee, I am instructed to transmit you their unfeigned gratitude for those military services, which in a pre-eminent manner freed this country from being adjacent to Bennington, from the hirelings of tyrants; and thereby in a manner restored tranquility to its inhabitants. At the meeting a letter from you to the Bennington committee was read. Its genuine sentiments drew forth applause, and many soldiers in the revolution, and with you at Bennington, could not repress the tear of sensibility. At this crisis it enkindled the fire of patriotism, and filled the bosoms of our young men with noble sentiments. Such ideas, coming from a man who fought the battles of freedom, whose age and experience has enabled him to form correct opinions with respect to our governmental concerns are worth volumes of abstract and metaphysical reasoning to show that this or that form of government is best. That meeting instructed me to say, "that they sincerely love and venerate general Stark—that they thank the god of battles for having prolonged his life to a good old age—that his sentiments as expressed in his letter, are their sentiments, and they fervently pray his life may yet be spared—his mind continue unimpaired for years to come—and that he will not be wanting in warning his countrymen of the dangers arising from that faction, in former times called "Tories," but now as among the name of "federalists."—Thank God, we are not under their influence; and in this part of the union there is a manly display of true democratic, constitutional principles. May that Being, in whose hands are all the issues of life—who gave us a Stark in the hour of peril and danger, and who has been watchful for us hitherto, pour the balm of sweet repose into your declining bosom and still preserve to our common country those blessings for which you fought and conquered. Accept from me and through me, the respect and esteem of the true sons of liberty in this country.
JESSE L. BILLINGS, Foreman of the committee. Gen. JOHN STARK.
ANSWER.
My Quarters, Derryfield, 10th Oct. 1809.
Sir,
I have lately received a letter from you, as Chairman of a Committee of the republican citizens of Washington county, convened on the 14th Sept. last—in which you say much of my services in freeing your neighborhood of British hirelings. It is true, we all did what we could, and our doings were crowned with success. But there is yet much to be done. The most dangerous part of those hirelings are still in the country. We must know how to distinguish those wolves from the sheep of the flock although they appear covered with wool. From their motions we may know them. For the wolf cannot imitate the voice of the sheep; nor can the hireling think to express the thoughts of free men. While one like the parrot is mimicking the high sounding words of his royal employers, and crying aloud that our only dependence is on commerce; the other in republican simplicity declares his own unborrowed sentiments, and says we can never be independent till we can supply all our necessary wants within our selves. We must learn likewise to distinguish the men who fought for the equal rights and liberties of the great whole, from those who fought only for the exclusive privileges of a federal aristocracy. These, like the others, cry for commerce a great navy, great titles, great parad—in short, all the idle trappings of royalty. Merchants and lawyers are commonly of this description. The first merchants (or money-changers) that I recollect hearing of, Christ found in the temple, and called them a den of thieves, and overthrew their tables. And in the same book it is said the lawyers were hypocrites and destroyers of widows' houses, and for a show made long prayers. It is, however, a little remarkable that these two professions have preserved this character so long: it is now above 1800 years.
I thank you, Mr. Billings, and the republican citizens of Washington county for your prayers for the continuance of my life, because I consider them as the expression of your good will. But I have lived full long enough,—Nevertheless, as long as the Lord sees cause to keep me here, I will employ the remnant of my faculties in exposing the enemies of the rights of man. And I exhort you all, that in you praying, not to forget to watch too.
I hope you will all enjoy the peace and liberty that belongs to freemen. My strongest friendship for you, as long as you maintain the spirit I found among you in '77.
JOHN STARK.
JESSE L. BILLINGS, Foreman of the Committee of Washington Republicans.
HEROISM.
Perhaps America has never produced a character, who for undaunted courage, for that in repugnancy which, while it fears no danger, unites a prudence always guarding against it, and directing the energetic arm to the most salutary results, has excelled John Stark, the hero of Bennington.
Gen. Stark figured not only in our revolutionary contest, but was one of the most useful and courageous partisans in the old French war that preceded it. He was once taken prisoner by the Indians, some where near the town of Rumney. A party of four, consisting of himself, his brother (a man by the name of Stinson) and one Eastman were on an excursion near the sources of Merrimack river. Being surprised of it, a number of Indians waylaid them at a place where the mountains come so near Baker river, which runs into Pemissawasset, a principal branch of the Merrimack, as to leave only a narrow path by its side for the traveller. John Stark and Eastman being on foot were surprised and taken. The others were on the river in a canoe behind them.—Knowing the time of their approach, John Stark, who was pinned, hallooed with all his might to inform them of their imminent danger, while the Indians pounded him with clubs and the but ends of their muskets, and threatening him with instant death. On their hearing in sight, and the savages endeavoring to fire on them, he sprang from the hold of his keepers, and prevented their aiming at the objects. The two in the boat reached the opposite side of the river, and Stark escaped; Stinson was shot dead after he had landed, and was afterwards interred by a party who went from this town for the purpose.
John Stark was carried into Canada, and afterwards escaping, arrived at his father's house, where he was received with as much sang froid as an eldest son would now be welcomed on his return from a quirkish hunt! Such are the characteristic traits of his family.
[N. H. Patriot.
AGAINST DRUNKENNESS.
If by an awful visitation of Divine Providence, there were spreading over all parts of this country, a foul and loathsomeness, which poisoned and disfigured the bodies of its victims and affected their minds with madness or with idiocy; if this leprosy had seized a great part of our useful labourers, and rendered them a burden to the community; if the prospects and the hopes of a large portion of our promising young men had been already blasted and destroyed by it; if it had infected, more or less, every town and every village, and were spreading its ravages, from year to year, wider and yet wider;—if this were the actual condition of our country, there is no telling how great would be the alarm. Neither this nor any similar calamity, Heaven be praised, has been brought upon our country by the direct hand of Providence, which has so vered on us blessings without number and in great abundance. But human folly and wickedness abuse the kindness of Providence, and change its blessings into curses.
Let sober reason judge, when drunkenness, habitual drunkenness, be not as bad, nay even worse than the fatal leprosy I have described. It impairs & corrupts both body & mind & brings down the noble creature man, to a level with the brute. It destroys all moral principle, all sentiments of honor, all feelings of humanity. It changes good nature to churlishness, a kind husband to an unfeeling monster, a dutiful son to an unprincipled villain without natural affections, and an industrious thriving man to an idle vagabond. It preys upon and devours every thing that is estimable & amiable both in disposition and in character; it eats up the substance of its votaries, and is an inlet to all other vices, & to every evil and calamity almost that can be named. This despicable demon might say in truth, "My name is Legion; for we are many." Many indeed are the evils, the calamities and the abominations, that follow in the train of drunkenness.
"Who hath woe? Who hath sorrow? Who hath contention? Who hath wounds without cause? Who hath redness of eyes?"—The drunkard.—Whose fields are neglected, and overgrown with thorns and brambles? Whose house is stumbling in ruins, for want of necessary repairs? Whose broken windows are repaired only with rough boards or stuffed with rags? Whose wife is consumed with weeping? Whose babes are suffering hunger and nakedness?—The drunkard's.—Who disubey people's repose, with their midnight revellings and yells? Who are the persons most commonly engaged in quarrels in fighting, in riots, and in all scenes of confusion and uproar?—Dunkards.—Who are the lowest of all men, the most deplorable of all idiots?—Dunkards.
The natural idiot, and the madman that has become so by the act of God, are objects not of reproach, but of compassion. But the drunkard, who is in fact an idiot or a madman for the time being, is so by his own voluntary act; he willfully quenches in himself the lamp of reason, and with his own suicidal hands destroys that noble faculty, which had distinguished him from the beasts that perish.
Among the many advantages arising from cultivated sentiment, one of the first and most truly valuable, is that delicate composure of mind which leads us to consult the feelings of those with whom we live, by showing a disposition to gratify them so far as in our powers, and by avoiding whatever has a contrary tendency.
They must, indeed, have attended little to what passes in the world, who do not know the importance of this disposition; who have not observed that the want of it often poisons the domestic happiness of families, whose felicity every other circumstance concurs to promote.
Interesting extracts from the Reliques of Burns.
RELIGION.
Your thoughts on religion shall be welcome. You may perhaps distrust me when I say 'tis also my favorite topic; but mine is the religion of the bosom. I hate the very idea of controversial divinity; as I firmly believe that every honest upright man, of what ever sect, will be accepted of the deity. I despise the superstition of a fanatic, but I love the religion of a man.
FEMALE SOCIETY.
I believe there is no holding converse, or carrying on correspondence with an amiable fine woman, without some mixture of that delicious passion, whose most devoted slave I have more than once had the honor of being; but why be hurt or offended on the account? Can no honest man have a possession for a fine woman, but he must have his head against an intrigue? Take a little of the tender witchcraft of love,
add to it the generous, the honorable sentiments of manly friendship; and I know but one more delightful morsel which few, very few in any rank ever taste. Such a composition is like adding cream to strawberries; it not only gives the fruit a more elegant richness, but has a peculiar deliciousness of its own.
EXALTED LOVE.
What a trifling silliness is the childish fondness of the every day children of the world! 'Tis the unmeaning toy of the younglings of the fields and forests; but where sentiment and fancy unite their sweets; where taste and delicacy refine; where wit adds the flavor, and good sense gives strength and spirit to all, what a delicious draught is the tender endearment! Beauty and grace in the arms of truth and honor in all the luxury of mutual love!
TRUE HAPPINESS.
The dignified and dignifying consciousness of an honest man, and the well-grounded trust in approving heaven are two most substantial sources of happiness.
Domestic.
New York, Nov. 4.
Capt. Hillard, from Havana, informs the editors of this Gazette, that many vessels had arrived from the United States, after the shutting of the port, and had petitioned the Governor for permission to enter; and it was generally supposed that as soon as several Spanish ships of the line that lay there waiting for a wind, had sailed, the port would be again opened for the admission of lumber—but that the trade allowed to Americans would be limited.
We learn from Captain Colfax, from the same port, that the G. V. nor had dispatched a vessel to the Junta of Seville, with a representation of the dangerous consequences of shutting the port against the Americans, if the measure was irrevocable; and hopes were entertained, that on the return of the dispatch vessel, the ports would be again opened.
From the Public Advertiser.
BRITISH MINISTRY.
After commenting upon the various and transcendent qualifications of the persons who are designated to replace the members of the ministry who have obtained leave to resign, the editor of the Globe observes: That in this manner is a ministry to be botched up out of the old materials, without a particle of new principle, sentiment, interest, or connection. It is a mere change of corners, and metamorphosis of persons; with this single difference, that, whatever brains were in the late ministry have been knocked out; and it no longer possesses that restless spirit, which, however mischievous, gave it some character for bustle and activity. If the subject were not too serious to be treated with levity, those who possess a talent for ridicule might indulge it with effect, in holding up to derision the conduct of the Treasury Journals. They regret the aukward circumstance, "the unpleasant affair" which has led to schism in the cabinet, for such is their definition of the most atrocious insult ever offered by their ministers to their Sovereign and their country. They lament the loss of the "transcendent talents" of Mr. Canning; and as to a competent successor to Lord Castlereagh—a man possessing his habits and capacity for business—that is a treasure not to be looked for. Now, it would be natural to expect, that, with this conviction, they would lament also the reduced and enfeebled state of the remnant, of office—but no, although the two eyes of the cabinet have been put out, and those two transcendent stars "have shot their fires, and empty left their orbs," the remainder is more luminous, more perfect and efficient, than the whole original system. It is like the Syb's set of three volumes, which became more valuable after two of them had been burned. In evidence of this extraordinary position, we are told that we may now expect "more unanimity of sentiment, and cordial co-operation in the business of government;" that it "is impossible to reflect upon the constitution of an administration where the component parts are influenced by separate views, and convulsed by particular interests, without being alarmed at the injury the public service might in such case be liable to sustain;" that "their talents, probity, and experience, however eminent and conscious, become lost to the community, and were far more disadvantageous to have an executive who possessed those qualities in an inferior degree; if they but evince more cordiality and union of action;" and that "we may now be permitted to indulge the fond hope that this result, which can alone procure to government respect abroad and confidence at home, will be secured."

SITUATION OF SPAIN.
Recent and authentic information has been received from Spain, by a gentleman of respectability and intelligence, who has arrived in the United States from Cadiz. From his representations, we are enabled to state that the Spanish peninsula presents to the eye of an observer a most deplorable spectacle of desolation. The party of the Junta is sinking rapidly before the increasing power of the French arms. The English are viewed by the Spaniards with a jealous eye. Very few Englishmen of any distinction remain at Cadiz; and every Spaniard who is enabled to do so, is preparing to leave the kingdom and embark for South America with such effects as he can hastily collect. Many Spanish families, who find it impossible to convert their fortunes into moveable property, or to procure opportunities of conveyance, have resolved to avail their destiny in Old Spain and risk the utmost vengeance of Bonaparte, rather than encounter unknown perils and probable starvation in the New World.
Men of understanding smile at the arguments which some of the politicians of the federal and quid school make use of against the administration, in the case of the Chevalier de Onis. The rejection of that gentleman, as minister resident and plenipotentiary near the United States from the Junta of Spain, will, it has been asserted, close the ports of the Spanish colonies against the United States. A little reflection would have taught these silly cavillers, that the Spanish colonies stand more in need of our produce than we do of their markets. A proof of this fact may be found in the history of the late embargo. We raised the price of flour per barrel at the Havana to upwards of fifty dollars: And so fearful are the constituted authorities in Cuba of the recurrence of these enormous prices by their own folly of shutting the Havana against American vessels, that they have sent off express to Cadiz, to the Junta, for permission to open the port without delay for the admission of the productions of the United States.
If the Spanish Junta should, as it is probable they will, proceed to South America, as a place of refuge against the vengeance of Bonaparte, how will they be received? As sovereigns? Or, as mere refugees? Not, we think, as sovereigns; because, there must be in the Spanish provinces many individuals quite as well qualified to govern as the members of the flying junta. And even if they are received as refugees, it will be a most mortifying reception; for in what light can men be regarded, who, after exciting the commotion of the world in behalf of Spain and swearing to rescue her from the grasp of Napoleon, betray their incapacity for government by a dastardly desertion of their countrymen to the merciless jurisdiction of a foreign usurper! If South America is to be separated from Old Spain, we think it likely that some of the vice-roys or ecclesiastical dignitaries, will be elevated to the supreme direction of affairs. It is not unlikely, also, that two independent sovereignties may be instituted in the Spanish colonies, one on the margin of the Atlantic, the other on the shores of the Pacific ocean.
The new British ambassador appears to be a man of marvellous adventure and singular experiment. In proceeding lately from Washington to Baltimore, he entered the town of Bladensburg, four horses in full speed, without a driver. The natives of Maryland had the ill-nature to suggest that the honorable Mr. Jackson was lampooning, by this extraordinary feat, the present condition of the British government, which appears to be going with great velocity to destruction without any one to hold the reins. The truth, however, is, that Mr. Jackson's coachmen were jostled off in their passage over a rugged road, and the horses were compelled to find their way into Bladensburg by means of their own sagacity. The animals must be good-natured beasts, and certainly have no more respect for the laws of nations than Mr. Jackson himself, else they would have avenged the wrongs of Denmark by overturning the honorable negotiator in their career.
Since the Bladensburg feat, Mr. Jackson is said to complain very much of the ways of this country. There is no doubt he has found them very different from those of Europe; and, whe-
that his best security is to have no kings on the continent but those of his own creation. Jerome, Joseph, the duke of this and the duke of that, are not made kings merely upon their own account; they are part of the system of Bonaparte, according to which he is about to hedge and encircle France by federations of his own family. In this manner all Europe is cemented into one system and every prince has an interest to defend him, who in turn supports them all.
ROYAL DECREE.
"In order to stimulate and uphold the brave Catalans, in the heroic resistance which they are everywhere making to the enemy, and principally in order to direct their exertions to the preservation of the highly deserving Girona, the government lately by a decree declared all the inhabitants of the principality free from the personal tax, who should perform active services during the war with France. The limitations annexed to this act of grace, solemnly dispensed to those active patriots were adapted to the situation of things and the intelligence received by the Junta. But the information since received, while it has filled all good citizens with satisfaction and joy, has convinced the Junta that immortality should be general as the merit and services have been general. In Catalonia there is no difference of persons—all are soldiers. In the villages and high roads; in the cities occupied by the enemy; wherever there are Catalans, an interminable hatred to the French is manifested, an inextinguishable zeal in behalf of the country, a loyalty towards Ferdinand VII. which stands every trial. The Monjuchi of Girona, with three breaches and assaulted five times in two hours bravely forced the assailants to take shameful flight, leaving the ground covered with arms and dead bodies. Provisions, ammunition, & French convoys fall into the hands of the brave partisans; and in the cities and towns which the superiority of the French arms, or rather their treacherous perfidy has put in bondage, it is houses and walls which are captive, and not the hearts of their inhabitants, which are ever bursting forth in the most energetic and heroic expression of their feelings. No; the valiant Catalans have not degenerated; the blood of their ancestors still runs in their veins; the ancient hatred of that detestable nation still survives, which by the injustice and atrocities of succeeding times, is more deserved, the present race of Frenchmen being more pre-eminent in guilt than their forefathers. A province which thus universally deserves well of the country, admits of no difference among its sons with respect to the immunities before granted, the more so in reference to an impost even more odious than burthensome in its effects; and which being personal, has more the aspect of a degrading servitude to the unhappy who pay it, than a resource to the state which receives it."
"Moved by those just considerations, the Supreme Governing Junta of the kingdom who anxiously embrace every opportunity of relieving the people from their burthens, & of rewarding the services they render their country, notwithstanding the ardent wants of the state to which this ruinous war has reduced it; has resolved, in the name of our Sovereign Don Ferdinand VII, to suppress at once this species of impost, releasing from that mark of servitude a province, all of whose inhabitants are loyal, free, and brave. To this end it has decreed: "1. That the personal contribution is abolished for ever in Catalonia. "2. That this decree be communicated to those whom it concerns, &c. "The Marquis of ASTORGA, President." Seville, July 21.
NEW STORE.
THE SUBSCRIBER, Is now opening, opposite the GLOBE TAVERN, a General Assortment of Piece and Fancy GOODS; AMONGST WHICH ARE, Superfine and Common White and colour- mon Broad Cloths ed Habit do. Do. do. Cassimere. Cambric Muslins, Do. do. Coatings. Plain and Seeded Flannels. Mull. do. Fancy Vesting, Spider Nett and Red & Black Bom. Fancy Crape do. bazzetts. Knotted and Sprig'd Worsled, Cotton & Leno, do. Silk Hosiery. Diagonal and Vein- Gingham, ed do. do. Cotton Shirting, Elegant Worked Irish Linen and Dresses. Dowlas, Ditto Silk Shawls & Fine and common Handkerchiefs, Printed Calicoes, Black Plaid and Plain Velvets, Coloured Lustings, Cords, Plain, Silk and Fan- Umbrellas, cy Cut Velvets, Threads, White Satin and Sewing Silks, Grape, &c &c &c. Extra long white and coloured Kid Gloves, JOHN WOODR. Richmond, Nov. 10, 1809. t f.
Sir Harry,
WILL stand the ensuing season at William Walthall's in Powhatan county. WILLIAM HAXALL. Richmond, Nov. 13, 1809. [w6t.
HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE
On the 27th inst. will be sold, at public auction, at Shirley, in the county of Charles City, all the Household and Kitchen Furniture belonging to the estate of the late Charles Carter. The terms of sale will be cash for all sums under 50 dollars, and bonds with approved security payable in 12 months, for that sum and upwards—to bear interest from the date if not punctually paid. WILLIAMS CARTER, Ex't of ROBT. CARTER, deceased. Nov. 13th, 1809. tds
The French frigate which is said to have arrived there with overtures of peace from Bonaparte, was originally destined for Guadalupe; but finding that island blockaded by a British squadron, she proceeded to Rio Janeiro, adopting the expedient of assuming this diplomatic character to the prince regent in order to prevent her falling into the hands of her enemies. This artifice has been unsuccessful, and as we are informed, she has been seized as lawful prize.
PARIS, August 31.
By an Imperial decree, dated at Schoenbrunn 15th Aug. his Majesty has ordered, that to give a durable evidence of the satisfaction with which he has seen and approved the conduct of the Grand Army, and the French nation in general, during the campaigns of Jena and the Vistula, there shall be raised on the platform of the Pont Neuf an obelisk, 180 feet high, of the granite of Cherbourg, with this inscription, "The Emperor Napoleon to the French People." The front of this monument, which shall be finished by the year 1814, shall represent those acts of the army which during these two campaigns have rendered France illustrious.
LONDON, October 5.
Lord Melville, we understand has been sent for by his majesty's command. Mr. Perceval's letter to him was sent off last Thursday, and he is expected from Scotland the beginning of next week.
KREMSIR, July 27.
Extract of a Letter. "His majesty the emperor had quitted the army the 4th of July to go to Hungary where his intention was to place himself at the head of the insurrection assembled in Comorn, to put in activity by his presence the immense resources this kingdom and the good disposition of the natives afford; and in the mean time to act offensively on the right of the Danube, while the Archduke was to attract the attention of the enemy on the opposite side. It was only on the 13th that the emperor had been apprised of an armistice as incredible in itself as in its form, and that the archduke, according to the powers he was entrusted with without waiting the ratification of his Imperial Brother, had already given the orders for its immediate execution. In the meantime Napoleon caused it to be understood that he desired to come to an amicable conference. The emperor who had only taken the field to procure to his subjects a solid and durable peace, thought he could not refuse to listen to the overture, and resolved in consequence to avail himself of the unexpected Armistice, to know the real intention of the enemy. His majesty ordered in the meantime that all the means for the continuation of the war should be continued with an increased vigor and activity; and above all, those that related to the formation of a new army in Hungary, whose command his majesty is determined to take himself. He is finally resolved not to agree to any conditions whatever, which could endanger the future security of his Monarchy. He depends with great confidence upon the support of his faithful subjects, whose zeal and boundless devotion to their sovereign, and spirit manifested on every occasion, form a remarkable epoch in the history of nations."
August 4.
Head quarters of the Austrian Army. "The emperor has already concentrated under his own command an army of 200,000 men. There is besides now there a considerable corps destined to occupy the fortresses of Moravia and Bohemia, and to preserve these interesting provinces from a hostile invasion. The corps is even strong enough not to be confined to a mere defensive position, but to act offensively in case the French forces should attack in preference the emperor's own army."
"His imperial highness having signified his wish to resign the command into the hands of the emperor, his majesty could not refuse him, and put himself at the head of his army, surrounded himself with persons deserving, by their principles, merits and talents, the general esteem and confidence. In the meantime, it seems, that his majesty, was sensible he could not refuse to permit that conferences for a peace should be entered into. They have taken place since the armistice, and are to be continued at Raab, or its environs. But nothing shall be able to make his imperial majesty deviate from the principles and firmness which have hitherto been the basis of his conduct."
From Bell's (London) Weekly Messenger.
"There is every reason to believe that peace has either actually been signed between Austria and France, or that all the articles have been so far proceeded upon, that nothing remains but to arrange some minor points which are consequential upon the changes meditated. Nothing is in fact so absurd as the speculations of some of the daily papers upon the apparent delay of this definitive treaty, as if half or nearly three parts of the Austrian monarchy could be ceded, and what remains take a new form, in a day or a week. The main points we may rest assured are agreed upon, or Bonaparte would not have hung off, when every thing is in his power; nor would the Austrians, have executed the articles of the armistice, and have evacuated Gratz, if they were meditating the renewal of hostilities. So far therefore may be depended upon—that in the course of a very short time we shall receive the definitive treaty, and that its effect will be to render Austria one of the secondary powers of Europe. The emperor may yet be allowed to wear the shadow of a crown; but if Bonaparte live, Europe will be filled with his family of kings. The war under the auspices of England, assumed a character which Bonaparte will not easily forget or forgive; it was rendered personal to himself; the cause of legitimate kings, as they were called, against an usurper. The emperor of Austria will now have reason to rue this folly; Bonaparte has hence adopted it as a maxim,"
vision or not, time will shew) for the families of the Americans murdered on board the Chesapeake; as the Americans seized have not been released; as the British continue to impress many and release none of our citizens; as they continue to carry our vessels into port and condemn them; as they haul down our flag and trample upon it in their streets; as they are in constant abuse of the American name, in all parts of the world, and especially in England, where Americans are loaded with the proverbial vulgar abuse of John Bull; and as the ministers of the British oligarchy are giving the pack a new shuffle; it is very probable that Mr. Jackson retires from the station to which he was appointed, to wait for events, and to act according to the color of the cards that may turn up. Aurora.
NORFOLK, Nov. 3.
The ship Plutarch, captain Bacon, arrived this morning from Cadiz, which he left the 30th of last month. He says nothing new had occurred in Spain. No regency had been appointed. A reinforcement of 25,000 men was expected from England.
Foreign.
FRENCH ACCOUNTS.
"ROYAL BAVARIAN ARMY."
"Seventh corps of the Army of Germany" "Advice having been received that Andrew Hoffer, captain of the rebels of Passayer, dares to send emissaries about the country, who circulate false rumours to seduce the inhabitants to take up arms again it is ordered that every body who is found unprovided with a legal pass from his Magistrate, out of the limits of his village or its districts, shall be imprisoned, delivered up to a Military Commission: and executed in the space of 24 hours. The Bailiffs, Burgomasters, and Military Commandants are made personally responsible for the execution of this order."
"INSPRUCK, Aug. 15."
"Along the whole neighbouring frontiers of the Tyrol, general insurrections unhappily prevail. Wounded men have been brought in here from the environs of Hötting, 5 leagues south from Kempten. The notorious chief Hoffer, of Passayer, had the audacity to reply to the order to appear in Innsbruck by the 10th of August—that he would come, but accompanied by 10,000 sharpshooters. It is he who occupies the Brenner, with a large force of peasants. The attempt to dislodge them from the pass of Burgh, not far from the Sternach has not succeeded. They defended themselves not so much with arms as pieces of rocks and beams of timber, which they hurl from the high mountains on both sides of the narrow valley."
"CHUR, Aug. 14."
"A corps of French troops, which General Fiorella detached from Verona, under General Aymier, to the Italian part of the Tyrol, has been engaged not far from Trent, where the road divides to Carinthia and Verona, with the Vorarlberg insurgents, chiefly from the Pusterthal; but the latter had such an advantageous position, near the Clusel, that it became impossible to dislodge them. It will at last be necessary to reduce these deluded wretches by famine."
"LINDAU, Aug. 17."
"Tranquility in the Vorarlberg, is yet very precarious. From Bregenz to Feldkirch the inhabitants are indeed disarmed; but in the mountain districts of Monasun and on Mount Adlerberg, which lie between Tyrol and Vorarlberg, the insurrection has broken out anew, at the instigation of the Tyroleans."
"MUNICH, Aug. 16."
"In the night of Monday, the 14th inst. the corps of Brigadier Maximilian Count Von Arco, was brought here under escort, he having been killed by a shot through the head, on the 13th, in an engagement with the Tyrolean insurgents near Schanz. The king had entrusted him with the chief command of the volunteers. He received his wound when he rode to reconnoitre the Abbey. His death causes general mourning, and the king hearing of the loss shed tears. The 1st and 2d legion of the national militia is now to be put on foot. The third class, without the exception of rank or office, must then do military duty and mount guard."
"The regiment of light horse, and some battalions of infantry, passing a hollow road near Schanz and Schanz, suffered much from the stones and blocks the insurgents rolled down."
"A letter from Cadiz of the 28th ult. contains the following particulars, which will be interesting to our mercantile readers:"
"Several alterations have taken place in the Spanish custom-house department, favourable to British commerce. Besides the admission of all cotton manufactured goods (hitherto rigorously prohibited) a great deduction has taken place in the duties on woolen and other goods. Newfoundland fish only pays 27 reals of vellon, instead of 45 Americans; and Norway fish are excluded from those indulgencies."
"These cessons so highly favourable to British trade, it is presumed will induce the government to put the products of Spain on an equal footing with the most favoured nations, particularly in the article of Spanish red wines, which pay the enormous duty of 127 per ton more than wine from Portugal."
"With respect to foreigners trading to South America, no relaxation has taken place, or alteration made in the former regulations."
"From Rio Janeiro we have received letters also recent a date as the 6th ult."
ured by the new arrangement." The sum of all which is, that we had lately a stork, & that we are now to have a log for a ministry. And to crown all, the public are gravely assured, that as to the late expedition to the Scheldt, "the blame of failure rests neither with the late war minister, nor the commander in chief." Like Johnny Macrea's dramatic genius, which neither lay in comedy nor tragedy, there is no blame any where. This however is only apparent nonsense. It has a meaning, and a wicked one. The fact is, as has been justly observed, we are to have a Walcheren administration, a Scheldt Cabinet; and this is a puff of flattery offered to the new shrine.
NEW YORK, Nov. 3.
Captain Kimm, in 14 days from Havana, informs, that the two British frigates and two Spanish 74's from La Vera Cruz, (before reported) sailed from Havana for Cadiz about the 12th of October, having on board 17 millions of dollars, and other valuable property.
We learn further, that the port of Havana was opened for the admission of lumber on the 16th ultimo—and it was supposed farther relaxations would take place in favor of Americans.
Another account states, that no vessels would be admitted to an entry that arrived after the 20th October; and all vessels that arrived previous to that date would be admitted. Markets dull, though flour was 20 dollars per bbl. pork 18, beef 16.
The Governor of Nova Scotia has prohibited the exportation of Gunpowder, arms and ammunition, or salt petre, except for the king of England's use, for six months from the 20th of October.
KINGSTON, (N. Y.) Oct. 17.
Dutchess County Fair.—It will be seen, by the advertisement of the Managers, in this day's paper, that a semi-annual Fair will be held in Dutchess, on the 2d and 3d day of next month. Very few people duly appreciate the benefits to individuals and the community, which may and probably will result from this (in America we believe new) method of disseminating improvements in agriculture and rural economy, and in improving the live stock of the farmer. The county of Dutchess is confessedly in a higher state of agricultural improvement, than any equal district of country in the northern states, and its breeds of cattle, sheep and other stock are excelled by none in the union. The Fairs are all under the immediate direction of the agricultural society, an association of experimental agriculturists and gentlemen of science. Here the most choice breeds of cattle are bought and sold; their valuable qualities, and the best modes of improvement and feeding, ascertained; the most improved implements of husbandry are exhibited; our various manufactures here, vie for precedence, and excite a laudable competition—and finally, those improvements and that information which are best calculated to unfold the vast resources of our country, are disseminated with increased facility. [Plebeian.]
PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 6.
The General Orders of the Emperor of Germany, which we this day publish, [see Friday's Argus,] are strong confirmation of our opinions as to the probability of a renewal of the war on the continent of Europe. It is certain that Russia and France are not cordial, and it is not improbable that the former power will unite with Austria, in the hope of humbling France. Rivers of blood may flow, and rivers of tears be shed, but it would be vain and foolish to hope for aught of good to mankind, to result from such mad and ambitious contests. The circumstance which most excites our surprise is the knowledge of the fact, that it was the Archduke Charles who, upon his own responsibility, concluded the armistice with Bonaparte, and without consulting the Emperor, gave orders for its immediate execution. This fact gives rise to the suspicion on that the picture of the disorganized state of the Austrian army, published by the Archduke, immediately after the battle of Wagram, was greatly overcharged so as to justify the armistice. Be this suspicion as it may, well or ill founded, the dissention in the Austrian cabinet and army, is an ill omen of the issue of the contest, in which they are about to engage. Dem. Press.
BALTIMORE, Nov. 8.
LATE FROM PORTUGAL. Fair American, Hobson, just arrived, 26 days from Lisbon. No news—British and Spanish armies as by last accounts. A letter from a British colonel, dated Badajos, Sept. 19, speaks with some confidence of the ultimate success of the patriots—provided the war in Germany continues until permanent arrangements are completed for supplying the troops. The combined armies were receiving reinforcements; particularly the Portuguese divisions, a succession of small detachments daily arriving from almost every town in Portugal. The French were not advancing. The British head quarters continued at Badajos—troops extending towards Merida.
PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 9.
Mr. Jackson, the British ambassador has arrived with his suite at Baltimore, from Washington City; as he made no overtures to our government; as he has offered no compensation for the outrage on the Chesapeake, nor provided, as proposed (whether in de-

ther it be the high-way or the diplomatic way, he may rely upon it that he will have to be cautious what style he travels in.
It has been often asserted that the political blunders of the British government have rendered Bonaparte the absolute master of continental Europe. The truth of this assertion is self-evident. And it is also true, that Napoleon's conquests tend to preserve the British government: for, is it credible, that a people who have so many times resisted the tyranny and corruption of their kings, would submit to the abominable oppressions which they now bear, if they were not checked in the progress of reform by the perpetual alarm which the English ministry keep up about the spirit of universal domination said to be manifested by the Emperor of the French? This trick cannot last forever; and the people of Great Britain will soon come to understand that there is not half so much danger from the myrmidons of Napoleon as from the vile corruptions of a debased and profligate British nobility. If they had a Man at the head of their cabinet instead of a king, they would soon perceive a change in their affairs for the better. Cromwell was no king; yet Cromwell made England more respectable than a score of monarchs who darken the pages of English history.
If it were true that the people of England were fighting for their existence, the republicans of America would be among the first to assist them. But when it is known that it is not the British people who are in danger, but merely their old dotard of a king with his herd of arrogant & dissolute nobles, how can it be expected that the Americans can feel any anxiety about their fate? There is not a genuine son of freedom in the U. S. but what believes Great Britain would be better off to-morrow if all her ecclesiastical and lay nobles, with the king, were strangled to-day with a cord made of the paper evidence of the public debt of the realm. This idea may be thought cruel; but is there more cruelty in the execution of such a thought, than in the actual and universal beggary and wretchedness into which a great portion of the subjects of the English monarchy are driven by their multitude of tyrants?
STICK TO THE BRITISH.
The parasite does not adhere with more tenacity to the trunk that supports it, than the Boston Repertory does to the interests, the peculiar interests of England. "Wheel where I wheel, and strike where I strike," was the impetuous command of Achilles to his myrmidons when he led them forth against the squadrons of Troy. The Boston Repertory performs its services to Britain, it would seem, under the same injunction. As soon as the British leave Spain Dr. Park leaves it too. It is not so long ago but that we may all remember it—this same Dr. Park was terribly enraged because the government of the United States did not volunteer in the defence of the Iberians against the rude incursion of the Gauls. But then, it must also be recollected, the British, the patriotic, the generous, the magnanimous British, were threatening to drive all before them! Then it was that the Repertory roared, like bull calf pricked by Sir John Falstaff's ancient, for the reception of Junta ministers, and consuls, and agents, without number. Now, (the British are deserting the Spaniards, you will take notice,) Dr. Park "must confess, (to use his own canting phrase,) that he cannot see "the force of the arguments in favor of the reception of the Cavalier de Onis. Not he;—Dr. Park cannot "see;" that is, he cannot "see" in any other direction than that in which the British march. When the British went into Spain, and were playing Quixote and Sancho Panza, the Doctor's visual organs were much more efficient; he could then "see" ruin to the American people because the government of the United States did not at once declare in favor of the Junta men. But things are changed, and so is the Doctor, and the Boston guzzlers to Spanish success are changed too—the Spaniards, from the most illustrious patriots, are transformed into contemptible animals; from the terrible champions of liberty, they have dwindled in the Doctor's estimation into mere vermin, unworthy of the notice of Christian people. The plain English of all this cant is, that the federal press in this country must now prepare to justify some act of perfidy towards the Spaniards by the British; perhaps an attempt upon Cadiz, the Havana, or some other port of consequence. Dr. Park leads off the band. The Spanish patriots are to be repre-
sented as worthless, and therefore, (the federalists will say,) deserving no quarter. But, softly Doctor; with all their silliness, the Spaniards have not been quite so foolish as to admit his Britannic majesty's forces into the fortresses of their colonies. With all their imbecility, the Junta seem to know pretty well how to estimate the value of British friendship. The National Intelligencer thinks the Doctor evinces, in his demi-approbation of the President's rejection of the Chevalier de Onis, "much candor." It is totally a mistake. There is not a particle of candor in this seeming admission of executive correctness. Dr. Park's observations on the subject are certainly just, and such as every man of common sense in the country would make; yet in the Repertory editor they do not proceed from "candor," but arise from the policy and nature of the Doctor's stipulated duties. Whichever way John Bull thrusts his horns, you will always find Dr. Park swinging at his tail.
On Tuesday last the Corner Stone of the RICHMOND ACADEMY was laid in the presence of a number of Spectators. The Procession marched from the capitol in the following order:—The Rifle Band of Music; the Society of Free Masons, with the Stone and the emblems of their Craft; the Governor and Council of State; the Mayor and Corporate body of the City; Messrs. Gerard, Wood and Doyle, at the head of their numerous pupils; and Citizens. When they arrived at the foundations of the building, the Corner Stone was laid by the East Angle by the Society of Free Masons, and the Inscription on the Plate and a Masonic Prayer to the Fountain of Grace were read by the Governor, amidst sympathizing wishes for the prosperity of the rising institution. A small silver plate was imbedded in the Corner Stone, with the following Inscription upon it:
DEDICATED To the Education of Youth and to the diffusion of useful knowledge as the sure basis of perpetuating the FREE GOVERNMENT At present enjoyed by this happy Country, THIS CORNER STONE Was laid on the 7th November, A. D. 1809, during the administration of JOHN TYLER, Governor of the Commonwealth, who personally attended with THE COUNCIL OF STATE, The Mayor & Corporate body of Richmond, The Society of Free Masons and A number of Citizens. THE INSTITUTION Governed by twenty four TRUSTEES.
The funds of this institution are drawn from the proceeds of a lottery and from voluntary contributions. It is to be hoped, that the patriotism and generosity of our Fellow Citizens will readily supply whatever funds may be eventually wanting for its establishment. Long may it prosper! Long may it bloom for the honor of the City! Rich may be its fruits! And numerous may be the similar institutions, which may take root in our State! For education is one of the surest props of our liberty—the warmest friend and the most finished ornament of civilized life!
THE NORTH OF EUROPE. Extract of a Letter.
"There is at present reason to believe that the North of Europe will be still further agitated. The Russians are about, as it seems, to co-operate with Austria; if so, Napoleon will endeavor to recover Poland, and I think he will succeed. Having already wrested from Prussia and Austria the most valuable possession, there can be but little doubt that the inhabitants of Russian Poland pant for an opportunity to unite with their brethren. Sound policy as relates to Napoleon and to the rest of the continent, and national feelings as relate to the Poles, will be united against the two emperors. I augur their overthrow, and I will add, most ardently wish it, at least as respects Poland. If that nation could be restored and supported by France, Russia would find it impossible to penetrate beyond her own ancient limits. And even then the empire would be by far too extensive for a single government. Almost every reader knows that the sovereigns of Russia, Austria and Prussia some years back, divided Poland among themselves: Who will say that they are not to be again restored to rights of self government?"
From the Philadelphia Democratic Press. THE BONAPARTE FAMILY are extending their limbs and branches over the whole civilized world. A scion is now acknowledged to be shooting up in the United States. We suspect our habits, manners and institutions will be found unfriendly to its growth in that luxurious style which the head of the family thinks necessary in all its members. It is well remembered that a few years since Jerome Bonaparte, the younger Brother of the Emperor of France, driven by enemies and stress of weather, took shelter in the United States. During his residence at Bal-
timore, he courted and married Miss Patterson, the daughter of a respectable citizen of the U. S.—Some months after their marriage Jerome and his wife sailed for Europe. Jerome renounced his lovely bride, wedled a princess and is now a king. Mrs. Bonaparte was not allowed to land on the continent of Europe. She went to England and was there delivered of a son, with whom she shortly after embarked and safely arrived in the U. S.
We have for some days had various rumors afloat, as to certain arrangements made in Europe respecting Mrs. Bonaparte and her son. The following is the substance of what is circulating. That Mrs. Bonaparte is to have a pension of sixty thousand dollars per annum and to be a Dutchess. That her son is created Prince of the French Empire and a princely allowance is made for his education. That the Dutchess and the Prince are for the present to remain in the U. S.—That Colonel Tousard, who served during our revolutionary war, is appointed Governor of the Prince with a large salary and an appointment of Major General in the French service. To this statement it may be proper to add that we have been assured that General Toureau, the French Minister never has sat down of been covered in the presence of young Bonaparte, and that his deportment is in consequence of instructions from the Court of France.
FOR THE ARGUS. The Anglo federalists and others who recommend an alliance between the United States and Great Britain, will find in the following article, much for remorse, and nothing to justify them in their ruinous policy. They have said and will continue to say much against the Emperor of France and those who are favorers of his policy, but let them be candid and answer whether the situation of France, the management of its finances, its interior government, or its armies, will justify such an energetic and alarming appeal to the nation. They may perhaps deny the ground upon which this article has been written, but before this is done let them remember that it has been corroborated by innumerable proofs, published in London, as well as by facts of such general notoriety as to invite enquiry & defy contradiction.—Will the party who have recommended an alliance with Great Britain give their patient attention to what follows, and then if they can, persevere in endeavors to plunge their country into an abyss of ruin.
SPIRIT OF THE BRITISH PRESS. FROM THE LONDON WHIG, of Sept. 1809.
Another week has elapsed, and no kind spark has been discovered to light the torch of hope, and to kindle reviving joy in the almost paralysed feelings of Britons:—no generous radiance breaks upon the portentous gloom; imbecility, treachery, profligacy, and villainy, remain rivetted in our councils, and direct the conduct of the men, who, planted at the national helm, are steering the vessel of England to the Gulf of Despondency—to the abyss of horror and destruction! Sick at heart, dejected and forlorn, we have no longer patience to comment upon the folly and the iniquity manifested in every action of the ministry to the Crown. When wrapped up in speciousness and well calculated to delude the ignorant, the credulous, the uninformed, it was our duty (and we discharge it with zeal and firmness) to unmask deception, and, in its native deformity, to expose iniquity and guilt. The fallacy, and the madness of those measures which unprincipled adventurers, habitated as ministers, resorted to, aggravated our censure and roused our indignation. When this daring gang, made bold by impunity, buried the weak or wicked proceedings of their predecessors in their own unparallelled, desperate, and infamous conduct, while we reprobate their behaviour, unawed by their power and ferocity, we discharge our duty and remove the mask from our unfortunate and deluded countrymen. The baseness and depravity which stamps the characters of the abettors and contrivers of the Copenhagen conflagration was but too apparent in the accused policy, which, with premeditated guile dispatched our brave, our valiant soldiers to be butchered and destroyed upon the forbidden shores of Spain! The voice of patriotism has been treated by the tools of power and the adherents of corruption, as the ravings of the alarmist and the disaffected; but, amidst the whole tribe of slaves and scoundrelism, the whole pack of minions, who, like bees in the hive, infest the court, and swarm about the Ministerial Haunts, exists there one wretch that will not admit our language to have been prophetic, our fears to have been just, our distrust of wickedness and imbecility to have been well founded, our feelings justly aggravated, and our indignation well applied! It is a question of some importance to determine, whether the mischievous measures of the public servants have originated in weakness or in guilt, and whether they are henceforth to be regarded as fools or knaves? That their characters must be stamped with one of the honorable distinctions, we apprehend, the basest wretch enlisted under their banners, will want impudence and temerity to deny. It is, in our minds, a subject of serious consideration, whether the sending a second English army into Spain had its origin in personal or National feelings; whether our ministers, from imbecility, could fancy that actual benefit might result from a second time exposing (under the same auspices that had proved fatal to one army) our soldiers on the distracted peninsula; whether they could, in their delirium trace in the all-subduing and potent genius of the Convention Knight, qualities of merit, which had no place in the mind, and consequently could not direct the conduct of the unfortunate Moore; or whether they were sufficiently iniquitous to suffer the influence of an upstart
family to actuate their resolves, and, from personal considerations, consent to sacrifice a brave army at the shrine of interest and corruption and to give an opportunity to infatuation or intrigue, to the valuable, the honorable, appendage of a Peerage? Discomfiture and mortification has or will attend the two armies to which the attention of the nation is naturally at this time directed. How is it that the bravest and best soldiers in the world, while they are objects of admiration, are to be made the objects of compassion? In the accursed policy adopted by a corrupted Ministry are all our disasters to be attributed! Thus our strength has been impaired, and our resources stripped, frittered away by wanton and ridiculous speculations—and thus the intrigues of British Ministers have been devoted to the kindling discord and distraction in every portion of the continent, and the conclusion of each bloody act is made memorable and emphatic, by converting fertile pastures into tombs for slaughtered & butchered Britons?
The situation of our brave countrymen in Spain is truly distressing; and while our minds are agonized with the most fearful suspense for their safety, our bosoms swell with indignation at the treachery of the king's servants in thus subjecting the defence of the British empire to be immolated on the altar of their own wickedness, and of the nation's weakness and credulity? While we feel indignant at the conduct of Ministers in sending out expeditions, which to no reflecting man ever held out any other prospect than what has unhappily been realized, viz. the expenditure of an enormous treasure, and the massacre of our best and bravest troops, we cannot but with the greatest compunction, deplore the credulity of the British people in suffering themselves to be deluded by every phantom held out by a weak, imbecile, and treacherous Ministry, and in allowing their just indignation to subside at the termination of our ruinous conflict, by their hopes and anxiety for the success of another equally futile and destructive project. A few months back, Britons were called upon to rejoice at the skill and bravery manifested in the battle and victory of Vimiera—a victory which in the bombastic language of the hirelings of the day, fully compensated for every loss before sustained, and (by the conquest of Junot and his whole force which Englishmen were deluded into a belief must follow,) was to prove a prelude to the salvation of Spain—but did this take place? No! the convention of Cintra, like an earthquake, destroyed the air-built castles of Ministers, and Junot and his army, instead of becoming prisoners to our force, were safely conveyed, at the expense of England, with the whole of their property, to the ports of France! The indignation of the people at this overthrow of their hopes and expectations, was but transient. The English nation, ever alive to treat objects, speedily forgot the Cintra convention in their anticipation of the glory which was about to adorn the brows of our warriors in Spain. No sooner had the tidings reached this country of the fate of the ever to be lamented, brave, but butchered, Gen. Sir John Moore, and the embarkation of the remains of our army from the shores of the Peninsula, mangled, dispirited, and sickly, than the hopes of Englishmen were again delusively directed to Austria. The powers of the Archduke Charles became the theme for the panegyric of ministerial hirelings, and the massacre of our troops, and our disasters in Spain were forgotten in our rejoicings at the victory gained by that general over Bonaparte himself in person, on the borders of the Danube. But the rejoicings on this, as on former occasions proved but transitory, for the visionary schemes of England were in a moment destroyed by the destruction of the Austrian forces, & the subsequent armistice. The people, however, must not, at this critical period, be allowed to reflect on the downfall of the projects formed by the wisdom of ministers. Their attention must again be turned to Spain, & an enormous expedition fitting out against the island of Walcheren and the Dutch ports. The minds of Englishmen are now agitated by these events, the victory of Talavera fill each month, and the loss of six thousand of our brave troops was eclipsed in the honor of remaining in possession of the field, yet this field we have since been compelled to quit, leaving behind all our sick and wounded to become prisoners of war to a beaten and routed army! On Englishmen! will you never demand justice on the authors of your country's misery and disgrace? The island of Walcheren is in our possession, and what has the possession of it cost this country?—what more must it cost us to retain it? Frantic and mad as the conduct of ministers has been, we hardly think they will dare to authorise Lord Cnatham to attempt any further projects. Fort Lillo, from all accounts, is inundated so as to defy our shipping from doing theirs any essential injury.
Despairing of being able to capture the vessels in the Dutch ports, they are, it is said, to be destroyed by the arrows of the ingenious Mr. Congreve! How dreadful is this sanguinary state of warfare! Where is there a country that possesses a superior or maritime power, that cannot, at all times, sail and put foreign shores in a state of partial conflagration, destroying the innocent and the helpless inhabitants? If invention is thus to be racked to so diabolical a species of human carnage and warfare, can it be pretended by the most sotish and corrupt of the satellites of the sanguinary faction in power, that we are not vulnerable in many points to retaliation? What would have been the situation of Ireland, (as a case in point) let us ask, if, when the French landed at Bantry Bay, they had been sanguinary enough to enter into such a cowardly and inhuman species of butchery, for so the moralist and the christian must consider it?
Has the benignant genius which was wont to inspire her sons, and watch, a guardian angel, over Albion's clime, forever left the object of her solicitude—forever withdrawn from her smilings?—Have Wisdom, Virtue and Honor, bid us an everlasting adieu; And will Independence, hand in hand, with her sister Integrity, never
more mingle with our great ones, guide our councils, and rear the ancient standard of prosperity in our forsaken land? Fearful, solemn, and important, are these inquiries, and melancholy, sad, and poignant, are the reflections their consideration aggravates. Plunged in an abyss of folly, grief, and imbecility, Britons who once adopted a conduct that won the admiration of a wondering world, are now the slaves of imbecility; the laughing stock, the scorn, and ridicule of mankind. The nation that once, great in integrity and inflamed by patriotism, boasted an independence that fired even the abject vassalage of distant and unfavored climes, has now forgot her ancient birthright, and become a slave to the basest, most destructive passions. Does yet a spark of that bright flame which once illumined our isle, remain unsmothered!—And is there in the People of this country a feeling mourner which bids them lament their fallen state which leads them to wish to shake off their degeneracy and urges them to seek and to acquire their pristine vigour? Oh! if there is yet, may the Patriotic voice avail, and still may some propitious spirit guide them on to happiness and glory! All things have a climax, and this is even the crisis of their destiny! A pursuance in the mistaken career they have so long followed terminates in perdition; a wise and determined abrogation of their errors will point them to happiness. Awake, then, Englishmen! Awake, shake off your fatal, your inglorious slumber! Rally round the standard of freedom, of virtue, and royalty; preserve yourselves and save your King; protect him from your foreign enemies; keep an eye over your joint, but shake off your most dangerous, your domestic foes; avail yourselves of the example which has been given you; prostrate yourselves before your abused, your deluded Sovereign, and with one united voice, issue your complaints, and warn him of the danger with which himself, his throne, his People, are enveloped.
Mr. John Wormley, of Cumberland county, Pennsylvania, planted two Pumpkin seeds, which produced 12 Pumpkins, the weight of which were as follows. 1st, 108 pounds; 2d, 100; 3d, 97; 4th, 95; 5th, 90; 6th, 88; 7th, 80; 8th, 75; 9th, 66; 10th, 65—Total 1002 lbs. But if Pennsylvania is bearing away the palm from New England with respect to Pumpkins, the latter may challenge competition from the former in regard to Corn—as the following article will evince. Seth Hall, of Fairfield, Connecticut, acquaints the readers of the Bridgeport Advertiser, that he has now in his possession, a single stalk of Indian Corn, which grew in his field this season, with 51 years upon it, which will be shown to any person who may doubt it!!!
[Democratic Press.] It has been conjectured, we have not fair statements from Spain. If the population be 12,000,000, and the Spanish and English forces nearly 100,000, and the French not above two thirds of that number, and in the heart of the enemy's country, how can it be possible that the French should hold the ground, if the Spanish nation were generally opposed to them. The French have all the disadvantages in regard to their resources. It is to be presumed we have not all the facts and that the event of the war will give us better information than we now possess.—Essays &c.
Deported this life, on Wednesday last, after a long and lingering illness, Colonel JAMES CALLAWAY. The first considerable act of this worthy gentleman marked the disposition of the man, and strongly presaged his rising and honorable destinies. He has spent a long life in the service of his country, toiling for the public good, during the revolutionary war as a firm and excellent militia officer—and all his remaining days in carrying into effect, the most extensive and useful establishments of Iron Works, perhaps, in all the Southern States. Surrounded by his friends—blessed with extensive possessions and a numerous family of children, he left this vale of tears trusting in the mercies of God, as revealed in the mediation of Chris. Jesus our Lord.—Lynchburg Press.
THEATRE. MR. RUTHERFORD'S NIGHT. On Wednesday Evening Nov. 15th. Will be presented, THE CELEBRATED COMEDY OF THE HONEY MOON. At the end of the 4th Act, the original dance by the Characters. To which will be added a Comic Interlude never performed here, called THE INVISIBLE GIRL. After which (for the second time here) the favorite operatic Entertainment of LOVE LAUGHS AT LOCKSMITHS. Tickets to be had of Mr. Rutherford, at the Virginia Inn, and at the usual places. Mr. Green Respectfully informs the Public his Benefit will take place on Friday Evening Next.
FOR RENT. —The House & Lot at present occupied by Mr. George Watt, situated on the east side of Shockoe creek. For particulars apply to Mr. Watt or to JOSEPH GALLEGO.
BOOKS for Sale.
JUST received and for sale by S. PLEASANTS RICHMOND, a few copies of the following valuable works:—The American Annual Register, vol. 4th—Bradley's Husbandry—Woman, a new novel by Miss. Owe—soon—Burder's Village Sermons—Gurney's System of Short hand writing—Ferguson's Lectures, a new edition—Marshall's Life of Gen. Washington—Thomson's seasons, a cheap edition for the use of schools—Russell's ancient and modern Europe—Carey's general atlas, (the best collection of Maps yet made in this country)—Morse's Universal Geography—Goldsmith's natural History—a general assortment of quarto Family Bibles, with and without plates, concordance, psalms, &c. &c. from $2 50, to $2 12 each—Gibson's surveying—America's Clergy's Magazine—Walker's pronouncing Dictionary—also, school Bibles, Testaments and Spelling Books.

REMOVAL. THE subscriber has removed near the Basin, where he continues to keep a house of Private Entertainment. He has also for sale, a general assortment of GROCERIES. Likewise sells all kinds of country produce on commission.  HEZEKIAH PURYEAR. Richmond May 17th, 1809. N. B. The highest price given for wheat. H. P.
One Thousand Pounds WANTED. FOR the interest of which, a plantation of 500 acres of valuable land will be given, until the money is returned. Nearly 100 acres are in low ground, now in cultivation, lying on navigable water, the improvements new and very good, in a healthy and desirable country. Enquire of the printer. September 8 1809.
TWENTY DOLLARS REWARD. From me about the 19th of Nov. 1809 a Negro man named Cesar the property of the subscriber—He formerly belonged to Mr. Robert Alexander, of Campbell county, and was bought from him a small boy, in the year 1789. He is now about 6 feet high, one of his big toes is very remarkable, being split with an axe through the nail and nearly as high as the second joint, by that it is much broader and larger than the other. He was accustomed to run James river above the falls. I was informed that he went up James River in a bateaux owned by one Greedy, to the other side of the mountains. On delivering him to me or securing him in some jail so that I get him again, shall be paid by me the reward of twenty Dollars. This is to forewarn any person or persons from harboring or concealing him, as they may depend on it that I will prosecute such violators of the law to its fullest extent.  ROBERT MITCHELL. City of Richmond, July 5th, 1809.
NEW MEDICINE STORE. THE subscribers have recently taken a store, near the Market Bridge, on one Meeks, White and Shelton's, where they offer for sale a very general assortment of DRUGS & MEDICINES ; a few of which are enumerated. Gum Aloes Patent Medicine. Ammon Sarsaparilla Chemicals Opodeldox A. Foetida Sarsaparilla Drops Arabic Bateman's Drops Guaiac British Oil Gamboge Essence Peppermint Myrrh Turlington's Balsam of Life Opium Dr. Rawson's Celebrated Ich or Beautifying Ointment Opal Do. do. Genuine Shell Lac Anti-bilious and Stomachic Bitters Tragacanth Do. do. Worm Powders Aqua Fortis Do. do. Rich Ointment Annatto Wheaton's Rich Ointment Arrow-Root Do. do. Genuine Camphor Do. do. Genuine Cardamom Do. do. Genuine Red and Pale Bark Do. do. Genuine Cream Tartar Do. do. Genuine Chamomile Flowers Do. do. Genuine Manzanilla Do. do. Genuine Jalap Do. do. Genuine Licorice Do. do. Genuine Calomel Do. do. Genuine Tar Rinet Do. do. Genuine Essence Bergamot Do. do. Genuine Lemon Do. do. Genuine Spruce Do. do. Genuine Cloves Do. do. Genuine Nutmegs Do. do. Genuine Mace Do. do. Genuine Cassia, &c. &c. &c. Do. do. Genuine
ALSO. A general assortment of PAINTS & DYING DRUGS —all of which will be sold as low as at any other store in this city. Medical practitioners and gentlemen who are in the habit of selling medicine in the country, will do well to call.  VAIL & ROGERS. Richmond 29th Aug. 1809.
A BANK NOTE of ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS was taken from a black boy who called himself James Smith , & says he found it in the street—N. B. thinking it proper to let the boy keep it I obtained it for the proper owner who may have it, on giving satisfactory evidence of his or their right to it, and paying the expenses of this advertisement.  JOHN McDONALD Richmond, March 10th, 1809.
20 Dollars Reward, is offered for apprehending ANDREW , a negro slave, who about the beginning of this month RUN AWAY from the subscriber residing in the neighborhood of Amelia Court House. Andrew is about thirty years old, an intelligent, active, small man, a good house and stable servant, drives a Carriage well, understands a little of Shoemaking, and readily performs any kind of plantation labor. Some years ago he was in the service of Mr. Turner at the Bell Tavern in Richmond, where I believe he generally acted as hostler, and afterwards the last Christmas was employed by Mr. Henry L. Biscoe of Manchester, in his tobacco summery. He has a wife living at the Manchester cock-yard, a free mulatto woman named Skey Hollinger , by whom I have reason to believe he is secured. I will pay the above reward to any person who will deliver to me the above mentioned slave, or secure him in jail, so that I get him again.  James Henderson. 20th June, 1809.
IN COUNCIL, Sept. 19th, 1809. It is advised, that from and after the 1st day of January next, that Auditor be instructed in every case where any claim by virtue of an order or certificate of court is presented to him by a person whose name is not mentioned therein, to require such person to produce also an order or power of Attorney from the individual in whose favor such order or Certificate of court was made, together with an affidavit of one witness at least, certified by a Magistrate or Notary Public, that such individual actually signed and acknowledged the same. And to give general information of this rule, it is advised, that a copy hereof be published in the Virginia Argus , Enquirer  Petersburg Intelligencer , Norfolk Herald , Lyndhurst Star , Staunton Eagle , and Winchester Gazette , once a week, until the first day of January next. Extract from the Journal.  DANIEL L. HYLTON, c. a.
For sale at this office, A FEW COPIES OF  BISHOP MADISON'S  MAP OF VIRGINIA.
FOR SALE. —A handsome, second hand, London built CHAIOT , which has been but little used and is in a good state of preservation. Apply to the printer, or to Mr. HECKES , coach maker, opposite the Old City Tavern, where the carriage may be seen.  COLUMBIAN MILLS. The subscribers having purchased the Columbian Mills beg leave to inform the public, they are giving CASH for WHEAT and CORN .  P. HAXALL, & Co. Richmond, August 30th, 1809.
BLACKSMITH FOR SALE. For sale, a most valuable Blacksmith about 30 years of age. He is a stout well disposed negro, and probably inferior to none in the State. Enquire of the printer. September, 11th 1809.
DISSOLUTION. —The partnership of THO. MACKINNEY & Co. is this day dissolved by mutual consent; all persons having claims against either of the firms will apply to William Mackinney for payment; those indebted are requested to come forward and settle their accounts with him, who alone is authorized to receive payment and grant discharges.  JOHN THOMAS.  WILLIAM MACKINNEY.  WILLIAM BALDWIN. Greenhill, Charlotte Sept. 1st 1809.
THE Subscriber wishes to employ TWO good Workmen in the Wheelwright business, to whom good wages will be given; he who knows most may be at liberty to take work by the piece.—Also two Apprentices. A. Quarrier. Richmond 8th Oct. 1809.
BALTIMORE COLLEGE GRAND LOTTERY. TICKETS in the BALTIMORE COLLEGE LOTTERY , at $1.00 each, may be had at this office; and prizes in the New York Black River Lottery taken in payment. The capital prizes in the above lottery are, 2 Prizes of 20,000 dollars 3 do. 10,000 3 do. 5,000 2 do. 2,500 10 do. 1,000, &c. &c. &c. The above lottery will positively commence drawing in Baltimore, on the first Monday in November next, and will continue drawing, after the rate of FIFTEEN HUNDRED TICKETS per week, until the whole is completed, and will not be liable to the shortest postponement, under any pretence whatever.  WAITE'S PRIZE LIST , will be regularly received at this office during the drawing, where adventurers may immediately know the fate of their tickets. September 14.
TWENTY DOLLARS REWARD. From me about the 1st inst. HARRY FANNY his wife both very black negroes. Harry is about thirty seven years old, about five feet ten or eleven inches high, has rather a d. look, and inward speech—on one of his arms he has several scars—he is a good sawyer, rough copier, and handy plantation fellow. Fanny is about five feet seven or eight inches high, thick made, very fat, blunt face, talks fast and stammers a little. If they have not returned to this county, I expect they have made for the state of Pennsylvania. A master of vessels are forwarded from taking them on board and all other persons from harboring or in any manner securing them, as they will be dealt with according to law. Whoever will deliver in said negroes to me living near the Bell Tavern, in the aforesaid county shall receive the above reward.  BEVERLY RYOT. October 15th 1809.
A PETITION will be presented to the next General Assembly for leave to dispense with the Lock required to be built at my Mill Dam until some efficient measures shall be adopted for improving the navigation of Banister River.  JOHN WIMBISH. Oct. 13th, 1809.
MESSRS. MOODY & PRICE. TAKE NOTICE that on the 23d day of November next, between the hours of 8 in the forenoon and 5 in the same day, I shall at the House of Michael Thomas in the county of Albermarle, and state of Virginia, proceed to take as evidence in a suit depending in chancery in county court of Albermarle aforesaid, wherein I am plaintiff and you are defendant, yours &c.  JAMES THOMAS. Oct. 16th, 1809.
The Noted Imported Horse, PAUL, FORMERLY St. Paul, will stand the next ensuing season at my stable, in the upper end of Charlotte county, where Knowles stood last season; the terms, &c. shall be made known in due time.  MARTIN HANCOCK. October 23, 1809.
MATTRESSES OF ALL SIZES AND KINDS. MADE and repaired, agreeably to order, in the large wooden house opposite the Old City Tavern, two squares below the market bridge, Richmond.  J. S. PLEASANTS. May 31 1809.
A FEW COPIES OF  Burk's History of Virginia IN THREE VOLUMES Are for sale at this office.
By virtue of a deed of trust from Andrew Lewis, of the county of Montgomery, will be sold, by the subscribers, to the highest bidder, at the Eagle Tavern, in the city of Richmond, upon the 28th day of September next, the following TRACTS OF LAND , with their appurtenances, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay certain debts in the said deed of trust mentioned, that is to say—one tract situate in the county of Montgomery containing 800 acres, being that tract on which the said Andrew Lewis now lives—one other tract adjoining the last mentioned, on the north, containing ten thousand acres—one other tract adjoining the first mentioned, being an inclusive survey, containing seven thousand seven hundred acres—one other tract adjoining the last mentioned at the west end, containing four hundred and fourteen acres—one other tract called the Chestnut Neck, containing three hundred and sixty-six acres—one other tract called Seymour's tract , on Biston Creek , adjoining the first mentioned tract of eight hundred acres, and containing one hundred and fifty acres—one other tract also adjoining the first mentioned tract, called Prothonous Garden , containing one hundred and twenty eight acres—one other tract adjoining the last mentioned, containing one hundred and thirty acres—one other tract adjoining the inclusive survey of seven thousand seven hundred acres above mentioned, containing eighty acres—one other tract adjoining the same inclusive survey and adjoining one hundred acres—one other tract lying on both sides of Little River , containing one hundred and fifty acres, on which is situate Hope well Forge —one other tract adjoining thereon, containing one hundred and forty acres—one other tract adjoining the same, called the Saw-mill tract , containing four hundred and thirty-eight acres—and one other tract adjoining the last mentioned tract, containing one hundred and thirty acres—which said several tracts of land are situate in the county of Montgomery. The said sales will be made agreeably to the directions in such cases, of the act of Assembly, passed the 31st day of January, 1809, entitled "an act concerning executions, and for other purposes."  EDWARD JOHNSTON, 3 Trustees.  JOHN PROSSER, Richmond, July 11th, 1809.
N. B. The abovementioned property is situated on and about what is generally called the Bent Mountain , and considered a very valuable estate, particularly for grazing. Any one wishing for more particular information, may apply to Charles Johnston , residing in Campbell county, near Lynchburg, or to Robert Pollard , Geo. Pick, or Mr. Galt , Richard & Co. in the city of Richmond. Richmond, July 11th, 1809.
THE sale of the abovementioned property is postponed until the 23d day of November next, when it will take place at the Eagle Tavern , in the city of Richmond, agreeably to the conditions in the above advertisement.  EDWARD JOHNSTON, 3 Trustees.  JOHN PROSSER, Richmond, 23d Sept. 1809.
RICHMOND TURNPIKE COMPANY. AT a meeting of the directors of the said company, on Friday the 13th of October, 1809. Resolved, That the shares of all delinquent share-holders in the said company be sold at the Washington Tavern , in the city of Richmond, on Sunday the 31st day of next month, at 12 o'clock of that day. Resolved, That a call of five dollars on each share be paid by the share-holders in the company to the treasurer, on or before the first day of December next. A Copy,  N. SHEPPARD, Clk.
NOTICE. —The subscriber having administered upon the Estate of the late Mr. JOHN HUGHES , senr. of Cumberland, now Powhatan county, it is earnestly requested if there be any demand against that Estate, that they may be brought forward on or before the first day of January next, properly authenticated, and receive payment, or I intend to make a division of the residue of that Estate immediately after the said first day of January next, after which this advertisement will be plead in bar against any claim whatsoever.  JOHN CUNLIFFE, Adm'r. Coalpit, Chesterfield county, 10th Oct. 1809.
FOR SALE. —By virtue of a Deed of trust, executed on the 13th day of March, 1808, by the late William Nice , in order to secure the payment of a certain sum of money therein mentioned unto Mr. William Cook , I shall in consequence of the power vested in me as Trustee, on the 17th day of November next, on the premises, proceed to sell to the highest bidder, that valuable and highly improved Tenement on which the said Nice resided—the said sale will be made under the law passed on the 31st January, 1809, entitled "An Act concerning executions and for other purposes."  EDWARD W. TRENT, Trustee. October 17th, 1809.
IN COUNCIL, Oct. 24th, 1809. PROPOSALS will be received by the Executive until the 14th day of next month, for furnishing the following TIMBER , viz. 140 pieces of White Oak Plank, 8 feet long, ten inches wide, three inches thick. 421 do. do. 20 inches long, 12 by 3 147 do. do. 3 feet long, 4 by 2 143 do. do. 8 feet long, 9 by 3 70 do. do. 4 feet long, 9 by 3 110 Ash Trees, 7 feet long, 7 by 6 of hickory 3350 White Oak spokes, 2 feet 6 inches long, by 2 1620 White Oak Fellies, 2 feet 4 inches long, by 3 280 Black Gum Naves, 14 inches long, 13 by 12 140 pieces of Hickory, 6 feet long, 4 by 3 240 pieces of Ash, 7 feet long, 2 by 2. Seasoned timber will be preferred.  DANL. L. HYLTON, Clerk of the Council
THE subscriber being licensed to practice the law, will attend the superior and inferior courts for Henrico and the Huntingdon court of Richmond . Persons trusting business to his management may rely on his best efforts for their interest. His office is in the upper story of the market house in Richmond.  N. SHEPPARD. Oct. 23d, 1809.
CASH will be given for a good male house servant and female cook.  JOSEPH TRENT. Oct. 27th, 1809.
MANCHESTER TURNPIKE COMPANY. THE annual meeting of Stock holders will be held at Brook's Tavern in Manchester, on the first Monday in December next. Such members as cannot attend in person will be expected to appoint their proxies. The undersigned requires to be furnished, so soon as possible, with the necessary evidence of shares sold and purchased, since the last meeting; in order that transfers may be made on the Company's books, and shares duly represented.  JAMES BRANDER, Clk. Manchester, Nov. 3d 1809.
FOR SALE. —A TRACT OF LAND , in the county of Cumberland , within a mile of Farmville , containing four hundred acres, not quite half of which is cleared. The remainder is for the most part prime tobacco land, uncommonly well timbered and watered. The cleared land is generally in excellent heart. There are on the tract a commodious framed granary shedded all around and two tobacco houses.—The situation is esteemed uncommonly healthy. If not previously sold, it will be offered at public sale, on Friday the first day of December next, in the town of Farmville —where also, the subscriber has for sale an excellent well built small dwelling house with a commodious store house and lumber house adjoining, with good cellars, &c.  Mr. EDWARD RADFORD , who lives adjoining the land, will show it to any one disposed to purchase.  JOHN RANDOLPH. November 1st. 1809.
SURRY COURT HOUSE FOR SALE. BY CONSENT of parties and under a deed of trust executed to me by Richard Mason and Wife , for the benefit of John H. Cocke , will certainly be exposed to sale, to the highest bidder, on Tuesday the 5th day of December ensuing, upon the premises, the following very valuable property. The large and elegant Tavern , containing sixteen rooms. Kitchen, Smoke House, and Dairy suited to such an establishment; Granary, Carriage House, and Stables for six yoke of Oxen; two hundred acres of Land, more or less; two small Orchards, a large Ice House with a pond contiguous, abounding in Fish, and an elegant Race Course , together with the following Tenements . A dwelling House containing five Rooms, Kitchen, Dairy, Smoke House, Stable & Granary attached, with ten acres of Land, occupied by Mr. Reuben Butler . A convenient Store House and Counting Room & Lumber House, occupied by Messrs. Cole & Henderson . A commodious Dwelling House containing four Rooms, Kitchen, Dairy, Smoke House, Granary and Stable , with two acres of Land attached, occupied by Mr. Savage . The three last Tenements are under a lease for a term of years. A handsome Dwelling House containing three Rooms, calculated for a Store, Kitchen & Smoke House , with one and a half acres of Land attached thereto. A small Dwelling House occupied by Mr. Mahone , together with a Kitchen and Blacksmith's Shop . And a convenient House at present occupied as a Post Office. The sums of sale will be Four Thousand Dollars with Interest on two Thousand Dollars for two years to be paid down, and twelve months credit from the time of giving possession will be allowed for the balance of the purchase money; the purchaser giving bond with approved security to pay Interest from the date of sale until punctually paid. At the time of sale a Deed will be made to the purchaser, he giving a Deed of Trust upon the property to secure the payment. Possession will be given on the first day of January. To any person disposed to engage in the business of a publican the above property will be truly desirable, and as a stand for mercantile business few if any are superior in the lower country.  CHARLES H. GRAVES, Trustee. Surry County, 4th Nov. 1809.
FOR SALE , between 4 and 500 acres of GLOUCESTER LOW GROUNDS —That valuable plantation called SHIP YARD belonging to the estate of the late Benjamin Dabney , situated on Ware River . It is well timbered and convenient for fish and oysters. Terms may be made known by application to  THO: G. SMITH, Ex'r.  SARAH DABNEY, Ex'rx. November 4, 1809.
Manchester Academy, WILL be opened on Monday the 30th inst. The branches of education, in which instruction will be given are the following. English Grammar, Elocution, Elements of English composition and Arithmetic, Ancient and Modern Geography, with the use of the Globes. Latin and Greek Languages. Rhetoric, Elements of Logic, of Moral Philosophy, of Ancient and Modern history. Geometry, Trigonometry, Algebra, Elements of Surveying and Navigation. A circular letter will shortly be published, stating the mode of tuition and discipline which will be followed. It is only necessary to observe at present, that no corporal punishment is to be inflicted. The prices of Tuition are: eight dollars a quarter for such as begin to learn the elements of the English language—ten dollars for those who learn English Grammar, Elocution with Arithmetic —twelve dollars and a half for Latin or Greek scholars , or such as learn any science separate. But for those who are to receive instruction in Latin or Greek , together with any science, an additional charge will be made of two dollars a quarter. It is expected that the price of tuition will be paid in advance as has been heretofore customary.  FRANCIS S. O'REILLY.
FOR SALE. —By virtue of a Deed of trust, executed on the 13th day of March, 1808, by the late William Nice , in order to secure the payment of a certain sum of money therein mentioned unto Mr. William Cook , I shall in consequence of the power vested in me as Trustee, on the 17th day of November next, on the premises, proceed to sell to the highest bidder, that valuable and highly improved Tenement on which the said Nice resided—the said sale will be made under the law passed on the 31st January, 1809, entitled "An Act concerning executions and for other purposes."  EDWARD W. TRENT, Trustee. October 17th, 1809.
IN COUNCIL, Oct. 24th, 1809. PROPOSALS will be received by the Executive until the 14th day of next month, for furnishing the following TIMBER , viz. 140 pieces of White Oak Plank, 8 feet long, ten inches wide, three inches thick. 421 do. do. 20 inches long, 12 by 3 147 do. do. 3 feet long, 4 by 2 143 do. do. 8 feet long, 9 by 3 70 do. do. 4 feet long, 9 by 3 110 Ash Trees, 7 feet long, 7 by 6 of hickory 3350 White Oak spokes, 2 feet 6 inches long, by 2 1620 White Oak Fellies, 2 feet 4 inches long, by 3 280 Black Gum Naves, 14 inches long, 13 by 12 140 pieces of Hickory, 6 feet long, 4 by 3 240 pieces of Ash, 7 feet long, 2 by 2. Seasoned timber will be preferred.  DANL. L. HYLTON, Clerk of the Council
THE subscriber being licensed to practice the law, will attend the superior and inferior courts for Henrico and the Huntingdon court of Richmond . Persons trusting business to his management may rely on his best efforts for their interest. His office is in the upper story of the market house in Richmond.  N. SHEPPARD. Oct. 23d, 1809.
CASH will be given for a good male house servant and female cook.  JOSEPH TRENT. Oct. 27th, 1809.
HALIFAX COUNTY, October 1st, 1809. THE Subscriber wishes to remove to the Western country offers for sale in this county, 625 acres of land, whereof he at present resides. This land is equal in quality to most of the high land in the neighbourhood, and superior to a considerable portion of it; is well adapted to the culture of grain of all kinds, tobacco and cotton; and is highly improved with houses, inclosures, &c. with excellent springs of water. The dwelling house is six yoke feet in length, composed of a centre part 24 by 22 feet, two stories high, & wings of 20 by 18 feet, covered with heart pine featheredged plank and shingles—the chimneys and under pinning of brick, with convenient fire places, windows, &c. in the several apartments; stair cases, &c. in suitable style. The kitchen is 23 by 16 feet, a meat house 12 by 10 feet, and a dairy 10 by 8 feet, are all framed houses neatly built, covered with featheredged plank and pine shingles, the two last with heart shingles, the whole underpinned with brick; plank & brick floors as they severally require, with a large brick chimney in the kitchen suitable for cooking & a stair case with an upper room, and other fishings. These houses are all new & cost upwards of $2000. There are also a number of other convenient houses. About 100 acres are cleared and inclosed, and divided by good fences into fields of from 10 to 20 acres, and in fine order for cropping—the residue, except a small part, is woodland finely timbered and of better quality than any heretofore cleared:—The whole lies well, is within two miles of Halifax Court-house , upon the large trading road from the upper Country to Richmond and Petersburg , which renders it a most eligible and for any person wishing to turn his attention to public business. The price required is only six dollars per acre, which is considerably under its value, in cash—but if time is wished it can be given as far as three or four years upon payment of legal interest. The sale will be made privately by the subscriber, and possession given when required.  BERRYMAN GREEN. Richmond, October 2nd, 1809.
NOTICE , to all whom it may concern, that a petition will be presented to the next general assembly, praying that a law may pass to annul and make void the powers vested in Thomas Pollard , of Kentucky , Edmund Pendleton , of Caroline , and William Pollard , of Henrico county, appointed trustees by Thomas Underwood and Isaac Dandridge , now Jane Underwood , at the time of their intermarriage. November 3d, 1809.
NOTICE. —By virtue of a deed of trust executed by Joshua Smith to the county of Amelia , to Dabney Miller his security, and Benjamin Chapman , and Thomas Randolph trustees. I shall proceed to sell on the 14th December the following property, viz. A water Grist Mill, Cotton Machine, and Whiskey Distillery with 5 or 6 acres of Land attached to the same, and eleven Negroes consisting of Men, Women, Boys, and Girls, or so much of the said property as will raise the second and fourth installments contained in the said trust, with interest on the same, and all other expenses in carrying the said trust in execution—the sale will certainly take place on the above date and at the said Mill in the upper end of Amelia near Ligantown on Appomattox river . The above property will be sold for cash, agreeable to the provision of the sixth section of the act passed 31st January, 1809, for the indemnity of security.  BENJAMIN CHAPMAN, Trustee. Nov. 10, 1809.
RAGS. THE SUBSCRIBER WILL PAY THE HIGHEST PRICE FOR  LINNEN or COTTON RAGS; (For the VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY ,) AND will contract with country Storekeepers for all they may be able to collect, which will be paid for in cash, on delivery at my store, near the Courthouse; where may be had a general assortment of GROCERIES, BOOTS, SHOES, & PATENT NAILS.  WILLIAM FARR. Richmond, 22d Jan. 1809.
GEORGE WATT, HAS just received and offers for sale—Sicily Madeira and Sherry Wine, by the hhd. and qr. cask; Green Coffee; Orleans Sugar by the hhd.; German Platters Simplex by the piece or case; half-pint glass Tumblers, in cases of 1000 each—and New York Soap and Candles. ON HAND—Madeira Wine—Orleans and Mucavaro Sugar—Green Coffee—Volassers—Prime Pork—Liverpool and Stone Ware—Souchong, Hyson Skin and Gunpowder Tea—Spanish Segars—Raisins—Almonds—Nutmegs—Window Glass—Men's and Women's Shoes—which he will dispose of by wholesale on reasonable terms. Richmond, 20th July 1809.
JUST RECEIVED FROM NEW YORK, AND FOR SALE AT THIS OFFICE. A FRESH SUPPLY OF  CHURCH'S & LEE'S GENUINE  Patent Medicines. INCLUDING Worm Lozenges, Ague and Fever Cough Drops, Drops, Restorative Balsam, Vegetable Lotion, Hamilton's Elixir, Alternative Pills, Essence and Extract of, Hill's Balsam of Ho- Mustard, ney, Hahn's Antibilious Pills, Turlington's Balsam, Itch Ointment, Anderson's Pills, Eye Water, Antispasmodic or F. Eye Salve, Drops, &c. &c.
FOR SALE. —By virtue of a Deed of trust, executed on the 13th day of March, 1808, by the late William Nice , in order to secure the payment of a certain sum of money therein mentioned unto Mr. William Cook , I shall in consequence of the power vested in me as Trustee, on the 17th day of November next, on the premises, proceed to sell to the highest bidder, that valuable and highly improved Tenement on which the said Nice resided—the said sale will be made under the law passed on the 31st January, 1809, entitled "An Act concerning executions and for other purposes."  EDWARD W. TRENT, Trustee. October 17th, 1809.
IN COUNCIL, Oct. 24th, 1809. PROPOSALS will be received by the Executive until the 14th day of next month, for furnishing the following TIMBER , viz. 140 pieces of White Oak Plank, 8 feet long, ten inches wide, three inches thick. 421 do. do. 20 inches long, 12 by 3 147 do. do. 3 feet long, 4 by 2 143 do. do. 8 feet long, 9 by 3 70 do. do. 4 feet long, 9 by 3 110 Ash Trees, 7 feet long, 7 by 6 of hickory 3350 White Oak spokes, 2 feet 6 inches long, by 2 1620 White Oak Fellies, 2 feet 4 inches long, by 3 280 Black Gum Naves, 14 inches long, 13 by 12 140 pieces of Hickory, 6 feet long, 4 by 3 240 pieces of Ash, 7 feet long, 2 by 2. Seasoned timber will be preferred.  DANL. L. HYLTON, Clerk of the Council