The enquirer (Richmond, Va.), 1807-01-13 00:00:00

The Enquirer.
PUBLISHED BY THOMAS RITCHIE, OPPOSITE THE POST-OFFICE.....AT FIVE DOLLARS PER ANNUM.....(PAYABLE IN ADVANCE.)
NUMBER 73.]
RICHMOND, TUESDAY MORNING, JANUARY 13, 1807.
[VOLUME 3.]
VIRGINIA BANK STOCK.....at par.
Richmond Prices Current.
   Dolls. Cts.     Tobacco, 5 75   Wheat, New, 1 10   Flour—superfine, New, 6 50   do. do. 5 50   Corn per barrel, 5 12   Bacon—per lb. 120 12   Bar Iron—per ton,   Whiskey—per gallon, 58  
Sales at Auction.
On Friday the 18th January next, will positively be sold by the Subscribers, on the premises at 11 o'clock A. M. for approved endorsed negotiable notes at 90 days:
FOUR valuable LOTS, containing by survey 1/2 of an acre each making the half acre Lot known in the plan of the city, by the No. 214, and nearly opposite to the Lot in front of the residence of William Hayes, Esq.
Dec. 27. PROSSER & MONCURE, Auctrs. tdf.
Sales at Auction.
VALUABLE LOTS—FOR SALE. On a credit of six, twelve and eighteen months! On Tuesday the 13th day of January next, at noon, on the premises, will be offered for sale by public auction:
FOUR half acre LOTS adjoining each other, & forming what is usually called a square, described in the plan of the city, by the numbers 151, 152, 153 and 160.
Dec. 27. Dumas, Estlin, Esdaile and Satchell, Auctrs. ep tdf.
MARSHAL'S SALES.
Will be sold, to the highest bidder, for ready money, under a decree of the court of the United States for the 5th circuit in the Virginia District, between Phoebe Bond, attornies for the creditors of Ezekiel Edwards, plaintiff, and David Rife, and others, defendants:
THREE valuable PLANTATIONS in the counties of Pittsylvania and Bedford, upon Staunton and Pigg rivers, stated in the deed of trust in the proceedings mentioned, to contain three thousand acres, more or less, but supposed to be considerably more extensive, comprehending all the Lands that on the 5th day of June 1795 belonged or appertained to the three plantations known by the name of the Mountain plantation, mouth of Pigg River plantation, and the Erying plantation. A more particular description of which will be given on the day of sale. The sale will take place at the Eagle-Tavern in the city of Richmond, on Tuesday the 24th day of February next.
Also at the Oxford Iron Works in the county of Campbell, on Tuesday the third day of March next, will be sold under the said decree, among the same terms, a number of very valuable SLAVES.
BENJ. MOSBY, D. M. for JOs. SCOTT, M. V. D. ep tdf.
NOTICE.
That in virtue of a Decree of the Court, executed by Marshall, for the purchase of the house of the late Mrs. Mary Wilson, in the City of Richmond, and which is due to Thomas Wilson of the City of Richmond, see shall on Monday the 19th day of the present month, expose to sale by public auction, to the highest bidder, for ready money,
THAT beautiful Lot, called Mansfield, near the city of Richmond, and on which the late Jones resided, containing five acres and twenty nine poles or so much thereof as may be sufficient to pay and satisfy the sum of 1250 dolls. with interest thereon, from the first day of the present month, and the costs and charges of the sale.
Mansfield is now in neat and complete repair, and well inclosed.
The sale will commence on the premises at 12 o'clock.
BENNETT TAYLOR, } Trustees. BENJ. SHEPPARD, } tdf.
TO BE SOLD OR RENTED.
A CONVENIENT Dwelling HOUSE, on the Capitol Square, adjoining the residence of Mr. Edmund Randolph. Possession may be delivered immediately—Enquire of the printer.
January 8. tdf.
FEMALE EDUCATION.
THE Subscriber having employed a young Lady to teach reading, writing, arithmetic, English Grammar and Geography in his family, is willing to receive 10 or 12 girls as boarders. The School will be opened on the 15th of the present month.
TERMS: For board and tuition, each finding her own bedding. 100 dollars per annum, paid quarterly. The situation is healthy, and no pains shall be spared to render it pleasant and advantageous to those who may be placed at it.
HUMPHREY HILL. Caroline, Mountairy, January 9. 41
TO RENT.
THE STORE & CELLAR of the lowest Tenement of Mr. Truett's new buildings—For terms apply at this office.
January 8. gw.
FARMER'S HOTEL.
A. BROCKENBROUGH, having purchased the house of Dr. McConchie in this town, formerly the property of Messrs. Ritchie, is determined to convert them into a TAVERN for the accommodation of the public; he has provided himself with an excellent cook, and has made arrangements for a constant supply of the best Beef, Oysters, Wild Fowl, &c. in their respective seasons; no exertion on his part will be wanting to render the time agreeable to those gentlemen or ladies who may think proper to favor him with their company—the expeds to meet with encouragement from the public adequate to his exertions.
Tappahannock, January 5.
TAPPANHANNOCK JOCKEY CLUB.
Tuesday the 20th January, is the day appointed for the meeting of the subscribers to the Tappahannock J. Club, to form the rules and regulations for the said Club. From the present number of respectable subscribers. I have no hesitation in stating that this club will be equal to any in the state. Gentlemen that wish to become members before the meeting, will please forward their names, and those gentlemen that have subscription papers will be so good as to send on the names of those that have subscribed since they have had a paper.
ARTHUR S. BROCKENBROUGH, Proprietor of the course.
BANK OF VIRGINIA.
THE Stockholders are notified that a dividend of four Dollars will be paid on each share, after the 14th inst. upon application at the Bank, in person or by attorney.
JOHN BROCKENBROUGH, Cashr. January 5. ep tdf.
A SSIZE OF BREAD for the city of Richmond from the 6th inst. until further orders (Superfine Flour being 7 Dollars and 34 Cents per Barrel) viz.
A single loaf made of Superfine Flour to weigh 23 ozs. for 4 1-2 Dito of Common Flour 24 4 1-2 Double the above wt. respectively 9 EDW. CARRINGTON, Mayor. January 6. tf.
FOR SALE,
A VALUABLE Lot of GROUND in Buckingham county, containing sixty two acres lying on James River and adjoining the town of Dugdaleville. The Land is rich and has one of the most valuable Mill sites on it, of any in the upper country. Also a new and excellent manufacturing Mill in the county of Campbell about six miles below Lynchburg and in good condition for manufacturing flour, &c. This property is rendered more valuable inasmuch as it is situated in the heart of a very rich country, & to those who wish to turn their attention to the manufacturing flour, &c. it is an object worthy their consideration. For further particulars reference may be made to Col. Wm. J. Lewis of Campbell, (who will show & negotiate for the above property,) or the subscriber.
JASC. ANTHONY. taw2w & oaw3w.
Pursuant to a deed of trust executed to us on the 26th of November 1805, by Fleming Cayce, to secure money due to John Lockland & Co. we shall proceed to sell to the highest bidder for ready money, at Cumberland court-house, on Saturday the 31st day of January 1807,
ONE Negro Man named Stepney (a good Black Smith) and the residue of a Negro Woman, Nancy, and her three children, Anne, Harriett and Sally—after a former deed, covering them for the benefit of John Gilliam & Company, is carried into effect.
BERNARD LEWIS, Surviving Trustee. Cumberland, January 1. tdf.
WANTED immediately, ten ton of clean Merchandise HEMP, for which a liberal price will be given in cash. PROSSER & MONCURE. Dec. 20. ep tdf.
LOST,
A SILVER WATCH of the first quality, capped and Jewelled, with a second hand, the Makers name Barnard; attached to it, was a Gold Chain and seal, with the initials J. G. A reward of fifteen Dollars is offered on its delivery to the editor. January 6.
A GREAT Bargain offered in 735 acres of LAND, lying in King & Queen county, one & a half miles from York River, and bounded by Poquoson Creek, the Lands of captain William Shackelford and Zachariah Shackelford. This land is level, fertile and well timbered, with tolerable good buildings and excellent water—The abundance of fish and oysters at the very spot, may also be mentioned as a great inducement to any person willing to purchase. This Land may be had low for cash, or good bonds at short payment. For further particulars apply to John H. Smith, or to the subscriber.
JOHN TEMPLE. Walkerton, September 26. tf.
THE FARMER'S VIRGINIA ALMANACK, for the Year 1807, printed by Thomas Ritchie, is now for sale, by the gross, dozen or single, at the ENQUIRER Book-Store. Also—A General Almanack of Lawyer's and Sheriff's BLANKS, just printed.
FOR SALE,
THE LOT and HOUSES whereon John Hamilton, Esq. the British Consul, resides: on it are a three Story Dwelling-House, an Office and Kitchen, and other necessary Houses for family use; a Well of good Water, newly fitted, and a Garden lately paled in, a Ware-House and Cellar under it; the remains of a Wharf, which will make a good foundation to build on; with all the privileges of lots situated on the river, of extending a wharf.
Also—271 1/2 Acres of well timbered LAND, with a good Fishery on Willoughby's Bay, taking in the mouth and part of Mason's Creek, where the best of Oysters and Fish can be conveniently taken.
Also—A LOT in Smithfield, between Mrs. Purdie's and Captain Todd's lots. For terms apply to THOMAS NEWTON. (tf.)
August 22. tf.
THE subscriber adopts this mode of informing his friends, that he intends to practise LAW in the District Chancery Court of Williamsburg. CARTER BRAXTON. King & Queen, Dec. 20. tf.
MARSHAL'S SALES.
By virtue of a decree of the Court of the United States for the 5th circuit in the Virginia district, pronounced at the May term, 1806.
John Somerville, Plf. against David Rife, Dft.
Will be sold to the highest bidder, for ready money, so much of a TRACT of LAND, lying on James River, in the county of Chesterfield, and commonly called and known by the name of the Falls Plantation, as will raise the sum of seven hundred and twenty-five dollars and thirty-seven cents, and the costs. The sale will be had on the premises on the 20th day of January 1807.
JOSEPH SCOTT, M. V. D. Dec. 18. tf.
TWENTY DOLLARS REWARD,
FOR apprehending a negro Man named WILLIE STUART or STUART. He left my house three weeks ago, is 6 feet three inches high, long meagre face, red eyes, speaks rapidly and with great confidence, aged about 50 years. He may attempt to pass for a free man as formerly. The above reward will be paid on delivering him here—or ten dollars for securing him in a country goal.
Wm. LONG. Nov. 14. tf.
ALL persons having claims against the estate of John Hoomes, dec'd. of the Bowling Green, are requested to make them known, that provision may be made for a just settlement. And those indebted with make immediate payment to JOHN HOOMES, and JOHN G. WOOLFOLK, Executors of John Hoomes, dec'd. Jan. 28 1806. tf.
FOR SALE,
TWO likely young MALE SERVANTS, well acquainted with house business.—For terms, enquire of the Printer. Sept. 12. (tf.)
THE SUBSCRIBERS, UNDER THE FIRM OF LESUEUR & SAUNDERS, Inform their friends and the public, that they will continue the COMMISSION business, lately done by C. & T. Saunders. They promise the strictest attention to the interests of those who may favor them with consignments. They are now receiving a general and extensive assortment of GROCERIES, which will be offered for sale, Wholesale and Retail, on the lowest terms and upon credit, in the store lately occupied by Messrs. William McKenzie & Co. opposite the Vendue Office of Messrs. Prosser & Moncure—among which are the following articles:
BROWN SUGAR of superior quality, Dito ditto second ditto, Bell Green Coffee, Salt in Sacks, Molasses and Treacle, Pickled Salmon, Scotch Barley, Madeira, Port, Sherry & Malaga Wine, Fresh Muscadet Raisins & Currants, Soft Shelled Almonds, Copperas, Saltpetre, English F. G. Gunpowder, Patent Shot, well assorted, Hibbert's Brown Stout and Porter, Bell Spanish Segars, Caldwell, Frazer & Co's Superfine Chocolates, New-York Candles and Soap, Spermaceti Candles, Bar Iron, German, Crawley's & Blistered Steel, Antigua & Jamaica Rum, Very Old Antigua Rum, Holland Gin, Cogniac Brandy, of very superior quality, Race Ginger, Pepper, Pimento, Nutmegs, Mace, Cloves & Cinnamon, Fresh London Mustard, in small boxes, Bell Flotation Indigo and Fig Blue, of superior quality, in boxes of 20 lbs. each, Fresh Capers, Oil, &c. Fresh Cucumber, Tea in Canners, Dito by the lb. Young Hyson do. of the first quality, N. England & Bullock's Chees.
JOHN L. LESUEUR, C. H. SAUNDERS. October 10. tf.
DISSOLUTION OF CO-PARTNERSHIP.
THE COPARTNERSHIP of C. and T. Saunders, is dissolved by mutual consent. All debts due by the concern will be adjusted and paid by Leteur and Saunders, who are alone authorized to settle all claims due to and by the concern.
C. H. SAUNDERS, T. ARLOIN SAUNDERS. Nov. 22. tf.
N. B. Those indebted are requested to make immediate payment as no further indulgence can be given. LESUEUR, & SAUNDERS. Nov. 22. tf.
JOHN ALCOCK, INFORMS the Citizens of Richmond, and the public in general, that he has moved to the City of Richmond, where he has opened a complete assortment of Merchandise, next door to Messrs. Prosser and Moncure's Vendue Store, and opposite the Eagle; consisting partly of the following articles:—
LONDON Spring, Pannel and hand-Saws, Cast Steel and German do. Casteel Files of every description, Till Locks, brass and iron, Wood Screws of every size, Sd. 4d. & 6d. wrought Springs, 10d. & 20d. wrought Nails, Sd. & 3d. fine drawn Clouts, Saddler's Tacks of every size, Brass Nails, Straining & Girt Webb, Plated Bridle Bits assorted, Do. stirrup Irons do. Brads mounted steel blade Squares, Brads and Iron chamber door Locks of every size, Stock Locks of all sizes, Looking and Ladies dressing Glasses, Plated Moulding, Silver mounted Whips of every size, Carpenters & Joiners Tools of every description. Also, an assortment of DRY GOODS. Superfine Cloths and Cambric, Bennett's Velvet and Patent Cord, Manchester Stuff, Fashionable Silk Hose, Rose and Daffodil Blankets, Cobric Linens, and a number of other articles too tedious to insert; all of which will be sold low. December 13. tf.
JOHN ALCOCK, INFORMS his friends and the public, that he still carries on his CABINET MANUFACTORY in all its branches. He has removed his Ware-Room in the front house of William Ait's Esq. and adjoining the Fire Insurance Office, where he has a large quantity of ready made work on hand, which he will sell low. He flatters himself that if any persons are in want of anything in the Cabinet line, they may be supplied. I am determined to have good warranted work done on the lowest terms. Any orders left at my Ware-Room with Mr. John Gray, my foreman, or at my Store, shall be punctually attended to, and great care taken in delivering the furniture. December 13. tf.
THE Subscriber, has taken the Store lately occupied by Granberry and Hancock, where he offers for sale at reduced prices, 3 Bales blue Cloths } A consignment from the 1 Bale assorted Flannels } Manufacturer. Also—A few bales of India piece Goods. JAMES SMITH. October 28. tf.
BURR MILL STONES, of ALL SIZES; and PLEASTER OF PARIS, of an excellent quality, FOR SALE, AS USUAL, BY WILLIAM DAVIDSON, near the Market. [ep tdf.] Dec. 4. tf.
FOR SALE, MILITARY CERTIFICATES: BEARING 6 per cent interest, receivable at the Treasury in discharge of taxes, due previous to the year 1798. Apply to THOMAS WILSON. Dec. 9. tf.
BELL TAVERN!!
THE Subscriber begs leave to inform his friends and the public, that he has taken the house in Manchester, formerly called the Rising Sun-Tavern, and occupied by Mrs. Leah, and having furnished himself with good Beds and the best of Liquors, Grain, &c. he flatters himself from paying particular attention, he will be able to give general satisfaction. ROBERT MULYRE. N. B. A Wagon and six Mules, a good Riding-Horse, and a Jack of good flock—for sale. Manchester. Dec. 9. R. M.
FOR SALE, SALT, loose and in sacks, 30 Barrels cut HERRINGS, Brown SUGAR in barrels and by retail, COFFEE, TEA and other Groceries, Philadelphia bottled PORTER, Do. Draft BEER. September 19. ep tdf.
NOTICE.
ALL persons having claims against the estate of John Pendleton, dec'd. late of the City of Richmond, dec'd. are requested to exhibit them to either of the Subscribers as speedily as possible. GEO. PICKETT, ROBERT POLLIARD, CHS. JOHNSTON, N. SHEPPARD. November 18. tf.
SALE OF SHARES
IN THE RICHMOND TURNPIKE COMPANY. In pursuance of a Resolution of the President and Directors of the Richmond Turnpike Company, passed at their meeting held at Edward Holland's Tavern, in the City of Richmond, on the 10th day of this month:
WILL be sold at Auction, on the Eagle-Tavern, in the said City, on the 14th day of next month, all SHARES belonging to delinquent Stockholders in the said Company. N. SHEPPARD, Treasurer. December 13. tdf.
ADVERTISEMENT.
THE subscriber is very desirous of taking in WRITING of any kind during the winter evenings. JOSEPH JACKSON. N. B. A few very handsome LOMBARDY POPLAR TREES for sale, at his place of residence, on hocke-hill. J. J. December 13. tm.
A VALUABLE FARM—FOR SALE.
I AM disposed to sell that valuable tract of LAND, whereon I at present reside, situated in the County of Amelia, on Smacks Creek, containing by estimation about 600 acres: on this tract is about 150 acres of high wood Land, well timbered, and of good quality, also about 50 acres of low ground heavily timbered and of prime quality, for Tobacco or grain. The improvements consist of a neat & well finished Dwelling-House with two rooms and a passage both below and above stairs, Kitchen, Dairy, Smoke-House, Barns, &c.
It is deemed unnecessary to give a minute detail of all the advantages of this Land, it being presumed & requested, that those disposed to purchase will first view the premises.
TERMS:—One third cash and the balance in 2 equal annual instalments. Possession will be given in time to sow a crop of wheat in the ensuing fall. Application to be made to the subscriber on the premises, by letter or otherwise. JAMES T. ROYAL. Amelia, Dec. 13. tf.
EDUCATION.
JAMES OGLIVIE, will continue during the ensuing year, in the village of Milton, Albemarle, to prosecute with his pupils the course of Education, they have commenced, and is desirous to receive ten or fifteen more, provided they can be associated with the classes, of which, at this time his school is composed. The senior class are engaged in the study of Geometry, Natural Philosophy, History and Metaphysics: The second class will devote their attention to the Latin and French Languages, Euclid's Elements, and the philosophy of Rhetoric: The junior class will continue to study the Latin Language, Geography, Arithmetic and English Grammar. Exercises in Criticism, Composition and Elocution constitute essential parts of the course of instruction he pursues. His charge for tuition will be fifty dollars per annum. Every pupil will also be expected to pay two dollars and a half to defray the expence of rent, fuel, &c. The school will be opened on the 19th day of January, 1807. December 5. tf.
JUST RECEIVED,
A FRESH Assortment of Claret Wines, Champagne, Mouleux by the box, Burgundy, Sautern, Vin de Grave, Lafitte, Mufcar of Frontignac Wine Bitters—and also, a fresh supply of Olives, Capers, Anchovies, Cayenne Pepper, Mustard, Prunes, Raisins by the box, Almonds and Filberts. All kind of Well-India Sweetmeats; all kind of Confectionery—and different articles of Perfumery—For Sale by ALEXANDER PLAINVILLE. Richmond Oct. 17. (2aw6m)
ROBERT JOHNSTON,
BEGS leave to inform his friends and the public, that he has removed his Store from the house he lately occupied opposite the Eagle Tavern, to one of Mr. Thomas Mitchell's new houses nearly opposite to Messrs. Taylor and Brown's Vendue Office, where he is now opening a general assortment of
DRY GOODS & IRONMONGERY, which he will dispose of at a moderate profit. N. B. He will rent or sell his Brick Tenement on Shockoe-Hill, adjoining to Mr. Robert Gordon's. October 7. tf.
FOR SALE,
TEN Shares in the James River Company. T. NORVELL. January 3. tf.
THE LAND whereon I now reside, containing 550 acres is still for sale by private contract and immediate possession given if required. JOHN KELSO. lawtf. Dec. 27. tf.
TO BE RENTED—The Tenement where I now reside, and possession given in time. J. PENN. April 11. tf.
THE subscriber, having disposed of his Apothecary establishment, requests that all persons indebted to him, will call and settle their accounts. D. WILSON. (ctf.) November 21. tf.
JOHN SOUTHGATE,
AT the house lately occupied by Messrs. Thomas and Amos Ladd, and directly opposite the Union Tavern, offers for sale, a pretty general assortment of
FALL GOODS,
Well worth the attention of country dealers.—Cash, country produce, or approved paper will be received in payment. ALSO FOR SALE, AS ABOVE, London Particular, Madeira Wine in pipes; and a few boxes Martinique Cordials. October 23. (tf.)
PICKLING VINEGAR.
OF superior quality, made from two years old cider—For sale by WILLIAM HART, Opposite the State House. ALSO
SALT, loose and in sacks, 30 Barrels cut HERRINGS, Brown SUGAR in barrels and by retail, COFFEE, TEA and other Groceries, Philadelphia bottled PORTER, Do. Draft BEER. September 19. ep tdf.
Congress.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
FRIDAY, Jan. 2.
Mr. Elliot moved the following Resolution. Resolved, That a committee be appointed to enquire what amendments and alterations are necessary in the federal laws, relative to the organization, powers, and duties, of the judicial courts of the U. S. and that the said committee report by bill or otherwise.
Mr. Elliot said that he had the honor, some days since, to present to the House, certain resolutions of the general assembly of Vermont, concurring in an amendment proposed to the constitution of the U. S. by the state of Kentucky, contemplating a material limitation of the present constitutional powers of the federal judiciary. This amendment has been adopted by several states, but has also been rejected by such a number, as completely to ascertain the fact, that it cannot at present become a part of the constitution of the U. S. Great evils certainly exist in consequence of the exercise of the powers now legally vested in the federal courts; and it becomes important to enquire whether those evils cannot be removed by the ordinary means of legislation, exercised within the sphere of the constitutional powers of Congress. From the attention which he had been able to pay to the subject, Mr. E. said, he was convinced that most of the grievances complained of, might in this way be redressed; and it was to bring this important subject before the House that he was induced to make the present motion, and to hope for its adoption.
The resolution was adopted without a division, and referred to Messrs. Elliot, G. W. Campbell, Mumford, Smelt, Boyle, Dwight, M. Clay, Broome and Lloyd.
A letter was received from the Secretary of the Treasury, transmitting the proceedings of the Land Commissioners in the Indiana and Michigan territories, which was referred to the committee on the public lands.
Mr. Jackson presented the petition of John Boorham—which was referred to the Committee of Claims.
On motion of Mr. Clopton, the petition of sundry British merchants, subjects of his Britannic majesty, was referred to Messrs. Clopton, M. Williams, Holmes, Bishop and Fowler.
Mr. Mumford presented a memorial from David Gelfon, which was referred to the Committee of Commerce and Manufactures.
Mr. Southard presented a petition from sundry citizens of Washington, praying that a law may be passed authorizing the public lands in the city to be leased out, which was referred to a select committee.
Mr. Boyle presented the petition of Elijah Bledsee, which was referred to the Committee of Claims.
On motion of Mr. Darby the petition of Benjamin Smith, heretofore presented, was referred to the Committee of Claims.
Mr. Chittenden presented a petition from a number of inhabitants of Vermont, praying for the establishment of some new post-offices, which was referred to the Post-Office Committee.

Mr. Dana insisted that the resolution was clearly in order; and that it was unnecessary to give the form of a specific proposition, to insure to the subject a full discussion in Committee of the Whole.
Mr. G. W. Campbell remarked that if this resolution was referred to a Committee of the Whole, the only question that could be presented to them would be the expediency of referring it to a select committee to make the proposed enquiry. The most regular and proper course was to refer the resolution in the first instance to a select committee, and afterwards to refer their report to a Committee of the Whole.
Mr. J. Clay said that the objection made to referring this resolution to a Committee of the Whole was that it was best to refer it in the first instance to a select committee to settle the principle. But this would be to invert the usual course pursued in the House, which was first to settle principles in a Committee of the Whole. He had understood that in the second circuit of the U. S. prosecutions and indictments had been made at common law. In times past, which he hoped would never return, a sedition law had been passed. That law gave every man accused the liberty of giving the truth in evidence. He understood that, under the common law, after an indictment was preferred, the truth was not permitted to be given in evidence; and that under this doctrine they would therefore be worse off than under the sedition law. He hoped the resolution would be referred to a Committee of the Whole to make the proposed enquiry.
Mr. Bidwell agreed that a Committee of the Whole was the proper place for settling principles. If the resolution were so framed as to answer this purpose, it should have his approbation. But the only question, in its present form, was merely for the appointment of a select committee to investigate the subject, which investigation would be most properly made in a Committee of the Whole.
Mr. Quincy said that the objection of his colleague seemed to be to the word enquire . Mr. Q. thought it was most proper for the House in Committee of the Whole to determine whether it would be expedient to appoint a select committee to enquire. If it should be decided that no such enquiry is expedient, there would be an end of the business. If a contrary decision were made, then a committee might be appointed to make the enquiry. The gentleman would not say that the resolution did not contain a principle of vast importance, well worthy of investigation. In his opinion it was best first to settle the principle in Committee of the Whole, and then instruct a select committee on the nature of the enquiry, and the degree to which it should be made.
Mr. Eppes said he should vote for a reference of the resolution to the committee of the whole, although he believed it was not draughted in such a form as it should be, to insure a discussion of the principles involved in it. If he understood it, it would reduce the House to the necessity of discussing the question, which had been heretofore discussed, whether the passage of a law giving a man a right to give the truth in evidence, would abridge his rights. He could have wished the gentleman from Connecticut to have stated a specific proposition, such as that the common law of England is not a part of the law of the U. S. and that in all prosecutions it is the right of a citizen to give the truth in evidence.
Mr. Eppes said he wished the gentleman would go further, and offer a resolution to enquire into the official conduct of any judge who had dared to institute such prosecutions as had been intimated. He would have no objection to go a step further, to impeaching him and voting for his removal.
Mr. Eppes said that although he should vote for the reference of this resolution, he could not but remark that it was extraordinary for the gentleman from Connecticut to make such a motion. Suppose the gentleman were to offer a resolution for appointing a committee to enquire whether a citizen of the U. S. had a right to the privilege of the habeas corpus act? Would not such a proposition be deemed most extraordinary? But to show that he was not afraid to meet the question, once already agitated in this country, he was ready to refer the present resolution, as well as to enquire into the official conduct of any judge who had practiced the doctrines mentioned by the gentleman from Connecticut.
Mr. Dana said he would explain to the House the reasons which had induced him to submit the resolution in its present form. In the observations he had offered, he had avoided all allusion to the past questions which had been agitated in this country. He did not wish to present the propositions in its outlet, in such a form, as might give offence to any part of the House; but in such form that the House might, after a deliberate investigation of the subject, express their opinion upon it. He had supposed it would be clearly in order, in the committee of the whole, to move an amendment, declaratory of principle, instead of referring the enquiry to a select committee, in case that mode should be deemed most eligible.
Mr. G. W. Campbell did not wish it to be understood that he had any objection to the question coming before the House. On the contrary, if doubts existed of the right of the citizen in any state, who was accused, to give the truth in evidence, he hoped the question would be settled by the House. He entertained a different opinion on this subject from that which had been expressed. In a number of the states, the laws gave the individual the right of giving the truth in evidence. He had always considered the state laws on this subject binding on the federal courts. This question had never influenced the proceedings of the courts with which he was best acquainted; and if it had affected their proceedings in other states, it was high time to settle the question. The remarks which he had made did not appear to be understood by the gentleman from Pennsylvania. He did not consider the select committee, to whom it was proposed to refer this resolution, as intended to decide the principle, but to determine whether it was proper for the House to discuss it. He was clearly of opinion that the resolution should not be referred to a committee of the whole. It would not be there in order to settle the principle, but merely to determine whether it should be referred to a select committee. What then would be the effect of this course? After the report of the select committee, the committee of the whole must then settle the principle. It would, therefore, contrary to the usual course, be twice discussed instead of once.
Mr. Sallis wished the gentleman from Connecticut would present a specific proposition on the subject, which would enable the House to decide on the principle, and afterwards refer it to a select committee. This was a roundabout way of doing business. The true object of the committee of the whole would be to enquire whether it would be proper to appoint a committee to enquire; whereas if a specific resolution was offered, the principle involved in it might be decided in a committee of the whole. He stated there was no difference of opinion on the subject in the House.
Mr. Ely did not pretend to be well acquainted with the usual mode of proceeding in the House; but if he understood the object of the motion made by the gentleman from Connecticut, it was to give the committee appointed such a commission as the House, instead of the mover, might wish. If the House considered the motion as not exactly right, it would be in their power to give such a commission as should be most convenient to their ideas. He thought this the most correct course. A gentleman draws up a resolution, which, perhaps, only in part suggests the opinions of the majority; the House then lay it before a committee of the whole to modify it according to their ideas. Mr. Ely thought the whole subject would be before a committee of the whole, and that it would be in the power of gentlemen to modify it as they pleased.
Mr. Eppes said if he understood the object of the resolution, it presented two subjects for consideration; the first of which was, whether the common law of England was the law of the land; and the second, whether in cases of prosecution, the accused may give the truth in evidence. He thought the gentleman from Connecticut might get at his object better by two specific resolutions, than by the one he had proposed; he had drawn such resolutions, and would read them by way of argument.
Mr. Eppes here read the following resolutions: 1. Resolved, That the common law of England is not a part of the law of U. S. except so far as it has been adopted by the laws of the U. S. or of the individual states—and that the prosecution of a person at common law for libel is a violation of the freedom of the press, and contrary to the constitution of the United States.
2. Resolved, That in all prosecutions whether criminal or otherwise, it is the natural right of a citizen to give in evidence the truth. Mr. Dana said that in preparing the resolution which he had offered, he had endeavored to present it in the most unexceptionable form; under the impression that when the subject was before a committee of the whole, it might be modified agreeably to the wishes of the majority; and where the resolutions offered by the gentleman from Virginia might be moved as an amendment to the resolution which he had submitted. Should he agree to substitute these resolutions in lieu of his own, he might be considered as agreeing with the gentleman in every word they contained; whereas it could not be expected that he could be ready hastily to pledge himself on any specific resolution until he had maturely considered it. The gentleman from Virginia had doubtless fully considered them, and was prepared to give his vote. Without however pronouncing on the principles contained in them, he thought that at least there was some inaccuracy in the language.
Mr. Eppes did not suppose that resolutions hastily drawn possessed all the professional accuracy which might be given to them; and very possibly they did not possess all the precision which would have characterized them if drawn by the pen of the gentleman from Connecticut. But the objection of the gentleman otherwise was not well founded. If the resolutions he had suggested were to be submitted immediately to the decision of the House, there might be some solid objection; but when it was known that the object was to refer them for discussion, they amounted to no more than an expression of the sentiments of the mover on the subject. Mr. Eppes said he religiously believed that the common law of England was never a part of the law of the land, and that when a man was prosecuted, he had a right to give the truth in evidence. If the gentleman persisted in refusing to modify his resolution, he would move a postponement for the purpose of introducing his own.
Mr. Speaker said a motion to postpone had no preference over a motion to commit.
Mr. Alexander said that the resolution under consideration, if not the most technically accurate, appeared to him, the most proper for the adoption of the house. It contained two propositions, first, whether it is expedient to enquire, whether the prosecuting officers of the U. S. have a right to institute prosecutions for defamatory language, and secondly, if so, whether in such prosecutions the truth can be given in evidence. It had been objected to, because it submitted it to the committee of the whole to decide, whether it were expedient to appoint a select committee to enquire. The gentleman from Tennessee was of opinion that it would not be competent to a committee of the whole to discuss the principles of the resolution; but that they would be exclusively confined to a consideration of the expediency of appointing a select committee to make the enquiry. Mr. Alexander said this was not his opinion. Before the committee of the whole, the whole subject would present itself. He added that he would substitute a phraseology that would not contain the obnoxious term select committee , to wit, to make the resolution read—whether it is not expedient to enquire, &c. omitting altogether the term select committee . Would not this, however, be presenting the subject in the same point of view? And if the committee of the whole decided that it was proper to make the enquiry, the next step would be to appoint a select committee.
Mr. Alexander said he thought the question of high importance, and the course proposed very proper. It was best to present the subject before a general view, and not in the specific form suggested by the gentleman from Virginia. He should therefore vote for the reference. He declared himself of opinion that the accused had a right to give the truth in evidence; but said he had not yet made up his mind, whether such prosecution could be carried on by officers of the U. S.
The reference to a committee of the whole was then agreed to—Ayes 57—Noes 41—and the resolution made the order for Thursday next.
(To be Continued.)
Europe.
From the London Morning Chronicle of Nov. 7.
The Hamburg papers contain but very imperfect accounts of the situation of affairs in the Prussian states, the stoppage of the posts having suspended all the usual means of intelligence. It appears, however, to be the intention of the Prussians to concentrate their forces behind the Oder. All the troops that were in Westphalia, East Friesland, &c. have evacuated those countries, and are endeavoring to make the best of their way towards the Oder. A good deal seems to depend upon which party shall first reach the banks of that river. The corps of the dukes of Saxe Weimar and Brunswick Oels crossed the Elbe on the 26th near Havelberg. On the same day, the 26th, the head-quarters of the prince of Hohenlohe, who is now commander in chief of the Prussians, were at Neustadt, in the Maul of Brandenburg, on the way to Stettin. He has under his command all the remains of the army that was
in the battle of the 14th. The Prussians are in close pursuit of him, and it is much to be feared that the dukes of Weimar and Brunswick Oels will find it difficult to effect their retreat, as the French appear to be interposed between them and the place of their destination. The main body of the French, under Davoust, that passed through Berlin, pursued the road to Stettin. It is understood that the corps of Murat, Soult and Ney, after leaving a force to blockade Magdeburg, took the same direction. It is supposed that a severe action was fought on the 27th, at Neustadt, Eberwalde, between the French and prince Hohenlohe, the result of which is not known; but, on the 28th or 29th, the French were expected at Stettin. If this be true, the corps of the duke of Weimar, and likewise that which has evacuated East Friesland, and Westphalia, must either be cut off from the main army under prince Hohenlohe, or fight their way through.
There is no intelligence that can be depended upon, respecting the Russians. There still are reports of their advancing through Prussian Poland, and by Silesia, but no particulars are given, nor does it appear that their arrival can be counted upon by any certain time.
In the papers and letters from the mail, nothing is said of any negotiation being opened by the king of Prussia, and it might have been doubted that any overture was made, were it not that it was positively stated, that Lucewinski was on his way to the French head quarters for this purpose. If the king of Prussia is fortunate enough to unite the remains of his army behind the Oder, it is probable that he may try the chance of protracting the war. This indeed is more likely to be attended with success than risking every thing in pitched battle. The immediate sacrifice of such a course would be severe; but it is the only one that will succeed. The French seem to have made a conquest, but it would be insecure. The Prussian armies and generals would be formed by a succession of engagements, and the French would be cut off in detail. In pitched battles they appear to have the advantage, but a protracted war, and an obstinate resistance, as in the case of Calabria, exposes them to defeat and disgrace. Even the Montenegrins in Dalmatia have cut off vast numbers of them, but when it comes to regular engagements, they obtain the advantage. If, however, the corps of the dukes of Weimar and Brunswick Oels were to be defeated and that of prince Hohenlohe again routed, the means of resistance would be so diminished, that it might be doubtful what ought to be done. Hitherto the king of Prussia has displayed great fortitude, and we are convinced that he will continue to do what can reasonably be expected of him.
It is stated in the Hamburg Correspondent of the 14th, that the French have seized upon Brunswick as a conquered territory. This, however, is not given as positive intelligence. Hitherto they have behaved tolerably well in that district.
The Duchy of Oldenburgh, it appears, is to be allowed to remain neutral, and is not to be occupied by any troops. Official intelligence to this effect has been received at Varel, from the camp of general Daendels.
In the mean time the French army from Holland has occupied East Friesland, Osnabruck, the county of Lingen, &c. with a view it appears, of uniting them to the kingdom of Holland.
Private letters from Hamburg represent the confusion and alarm, occasioned by the rapid success of the French, as very great all over the North of Germany. Gentlemen have arrived in this country who were at Leipzig up to the 13th. Then, though so near the armies at the commencement of the campaign, nothing certain was known of their movements. It was reported and universally believed that the Prussians had been victorious; and every one was thunderstruck when a corps of French hussars made their appearance. What this corps took was not known; but it was generally understood, that, besides the 500 louis d'ors which they exacted, they got an order on Paris for 100,000 dollars, in favor of Murat. The confirmation and confusion caused by this visit, and the expectation of farther molestation, cannot be described. The battle of the 14th must have converted their apprehensions into frightful realities. At Halle, the French sent away all the students; giving those who had no money a crown a piece to carry them home. At Jena, however, the professors of the university have resumed their lectures. The French on arriving at Leipzig, affected to laugh at the account in the journals of their supposed defeats; but the Leipzig paper is now obliged to publish an authentic account of the French success.
It was stated at Leipzig, by a respectable merchant from Silesia, who was at Leipzig, that quarters had been provided at Branau for the Russians, but the Prussian officers did not seem to rely much on these reports, and did not calculate on the aid of the Russians within any certain time.
The king and queen of Prussia, by the last accounts, were at Cossin, and appeared to bear the reverses they had experienced with fortitude. The reports of Haugwitz and the secretary Lombard being arrested on suspicion of treason, and of holding correspondence with the enemy, is very general on the continent; but it is not confirmed by the last accounts from Hamburg.
The Duke of Brunswick was still at Altena. He was at the head of the grenadier battalion of Hanstein, when he was wounded. He was struck by a musket ball on the right side of the head, a little above the right eye, and the ball grazing along went out under the eye brow of the left eye. His highness was instantly deprived of all vision in the right eye, and at first only a faint glimmering of light could be discerned by the left. It is hoped, however, that the left eye will be quite recovered, nor is the cure of the other altogether despaired of.
The latest accounts from London, state positively, that all the points of our differences with G. B. had been amicably and honorably adjusted; excepting on the question, How far shall the neutral flag protect persons sailing under it? Messrs. Munroe and Pinckney contend, with dignity and firmness, that the neutral flag protect all persons sailing beneath it. Whereas, the British Ministers (Lords Auckland and Holland) offer to recognize the principle, that the American flag should protect American citizens—and that they were willing to explain the word citizen to embrace the naturalized, as well as the natural born citizens. This appeared to be the situation of the question at the last dates. And Messrs. Munroe and Pinckney declared their confidence in the sincerity and friendly disposition of the British Ministers.—Nay, our last letters, (Oct. 16th,) state, the belief that the basis of a treaty had been laid; and there was no doubt would be signed, as soon as the news of the virtual repeal of the Non-Importation Law should reach England.
Boston Centinel.
St. PETERSBURG, Sept. 20.—The court Gazette announces to-day, the recall of the Em-
bassy that was on its way to China. The object of our court was, to obtain for the Russian trade greater advantages than those enjoyed by other nations; but it seems that the tsar has not even obtained leave for her ambassador to pass through the Chinese empire. Prince Jablonowski, a rich Polish lord, was substituted the 13th inst. at Kamenewotroe. He was found strangled in a bush near a house he rented for his summer residence. The perpetrators of this murder are unknown. The police is in search of them.
BREST, Oct. 17.—The ship le Coffart, one of Jerome Bonaparte's fleet, in which was supposed to have foundered, that entered the harbor last Tuesday, has destroyed several English vessels. She has sunk among others, not far from our port, a letter of mark richly laden, and bound to Buenos Ayres. Her cargo was valued at two millions.
SEMELIN, Oct. 24.—Whilst the Hospodar of Wallachia flies with his treasures, and begs succours from the enemies of the Porte, the prince of Moldavia, submitted to the orders of his court that has deposed him, repairs to Constantinople. He was attended at his departure by several Russian nobles, who accompanied him to the frontiers.
Letters from Salonica state, that several bloody engagements were fought between the European Janissaries, and those that came from Asia, in which the latter had the advantage.
P. S. By several advices from Orisova, we learn, that the Servians have made rapid strides in the little Valachia and Bulgaria, and are going to form a junction with a foreign army (Russian) that has already entered Moldavia.
Domestic.
ANNAPOLIS, January 3, 1807.
Doctor Mitchell moved in General Assembly the following resolution:
Resolved, That the Speaker of the house of delegates and the president of the senate, transmit the following address to the president of the United States.
To THOMAS JEFFERSON, Esquire, President of the United States.
It being congenial with republican principles to consider the devotion to public service, as originating from nobler motives than those which are exercised from the expectation of pecuniary rewards; under this impression, we think that the approbation of a grateful people, the greatest reward a nation can bestow on her deserving executive.
The Legislature of Maryland cordially approving your administration, eminently distinguished for wisdom, moderation, firmness, and equity, would not agreeably to the will of the people, and to their own expectations, if they were to neglect at this critical moment to assure you of our unabated confidence in your wisdom and virtue.
The policy which has characterized your administration, has augmented the happiness and prosperity of this fortunate country. The American character has been more eminently exalted abroad, and the happiness of the people, the design of government, increased and promoted at home.
In vain have the machinations of despotism been levelled at the principles of our government; your vigilance and wisdom have always been directed towards the protection of those principles which completely secure to us life, liberty, and property.
When we take a retrospective view of the transatlantic convulsions, and at present behold all Europe engulfed in the misery of war and despotism, we are obliged to approve of those measures which have averted from us those horrors and calamities. We cordially hope the same wisdom which has guided and protected us thus far, may be able to annihilate the demon of conspiracy, the offspring of desperate and abandoned men, who backed by foreign aid, expect to benefit and aggrandize themselves from the destruction of that constitution which has exalted us to our now elevated station. Our great confidence in your wisdom and the wisdom of congress warrants our anticipation of a complete frustration of their treasonable designs.
Wishing to live in peace and friendship with all the world, we sincerely hope our negotiations with foreign governments will be honorable and amicably adjusted; if the reverse, a firm, energetic, and dignified alternative will meet our support.
But sir, whilst we bear testimony of our approbation of your administration, permit us to solicit you again to take the helm of government. We know that retiring with the blessings of a great nation is desirable, and that your republican principles induce you to retire with a rotation in office; but we hope that, amor patrie which is so natural to you will permit your name to be placed amongst the candidates for the next president of the United States. That you may long live to enjoy the confidence and attachment of the American people is the wish of the Legislature of Maryland.
The resolution was agreed to by a handsome majority.
PHILADELPHIA, January 5.
FACTS.
General Wilkinson did apply to the acting governor of the Mississippi territory for 500 militia.
Mr. Meade required to know for what purpose—no answer was given for several days. A considerable assemblage of the militia officers at the seat of government being consulted; it appears that considering, that three bodies of Ohioans Indians had been tampered with, and were painted for war—that one body of them had already crossed the U. S. line and destroyed the plantation, and carried off the farming utensils of major Woolbridge.
Considering that the proximity of Fort Adams rendered it necessary not to leave that part of the country open to the assaults of conspirators, they advised Mr. Meade not to comply with the request.
Other reasons, which we choose not to notice, were also alleged, of a very valid nature; but which prove the fidelity of the citizens to their country.
It seems as if congress really slept over their duty—that the miserable and pitiful art of a certain intriguer at the seat of government had been employed to distract the public councils, in order to favor conspirators. It is our solemn opinion that such is the fact. It is a very timely that congress should exhibit some activity in repressing conspiracy and intrigues.
Aurora.
Among the expeditions which have lately failed from England one was destined for Pensylvania and St. Augustine—in Florida—FALLY ONE!
Another English expedition is against Vera Cruz—FALLY TWO!
Captain Stoddard, who was lately recruiting in this city, is endeavouring to obtain an interview with the emperor of the quids—but had not succeeded at the last advices.
It is supposed if capt. Stoddard should happen to see Mr. Burr, that the latter will very soon occupy "loungeings at Washington."
It is said that some of Burr's last draughts received in this city, are endorsed by five of the grand jurors who held an inquest over his treason.
We must be excused, notwithstanding the extraordinary zeal for justice exhibited by the Kentucky grand jury, to insist on the treasonable intentions of Mr. Burr—as we do not rely on mere hearsay in forming our judgment.
Young Neville, at Pittsburg, had two suits of militia uniform made, the coats with yellow lappels & gold epaulets—for no other purpose under heaven than appearing handsomely in baron Baftrap's lands!
When that part of the enterprise which is combined with Burr's shall appear seaward ; we shall then be able to say something more about the friendship of a foreign government!
Miranda is appointed a brigadier general in the British service.
PENNSYLVANIA. Greenburg, Dec. 26.
A gentleman who passed through this place on Wednesday last, on his way to the city of Washington, informs, that he left Frankfort (Ky.) on the 10th inst. that the grand jury of the district court of Kentucky found no bill against Col. Burr; and that he was accordingly discharged from further attendance on said court. That gen. Adair, late a United States senator from that state, summoned as a witness on the part of the United States, proved the following facts:
That while at the city of Washington, he had personal knowledge that a correspondence had passed between Mr. Burr, and the President relative to a military equipment to aid against the Spanish possessions; that Col. Burr had offered to the president, that if he would furnish him with a million and an half of dollars, he would undertake the conquest of the Floridas and the Spanish possessions in Louisiana—that the president declined the offer for the present, preferring negotiation, being desirous of waiting the event, before any decisive steps should be taken; that Burr's preparations were made under the sanction of government, so as to be ready to act in the event of a failure of the negotiation. It was also proved to the grand jury, that Mr. Burr had become possessed of a Spanish grant of land in Louisiana, made to a baron de Baftrap, said to consist of 30 miles square. That his intention was now to make a settlement of these lands. That the conditions on which he proposed to make the settlement were as follows:—He had caused it to be laid off in small tracts of from 3 to 500 acres. To every settler he was to give 100 acres in fee, and 10 dollars in cash, provided he raised a cabin, and cleared a road to the adjoining tract; and, in case of a rupture with Spain, would serve as a volunteer, in the army of the United States, under Col. Burr, for the invasion of the Floridas and the Spanish part of Louisiana.
Upon this evidence (which it is said will be published) Col. Burr was acquitted by the grand jury. The president's proclamation, had not then arrived in Kentucky. A ball, in honor of Mr. Burr, was given at Frankfort, at which the governor of Kentucky acted as a manager.
At Chillicothe, our informant first saw the president's proclamation and was there informed, by judge Sims, that instructions had been forwarded to the governors of the states of Ohio and Kentucky by the president of the United States to arrest Col. Burr, Comfort Tyler, and Mr. Blannerhasset, and some others; that in consequence of orders from the governor of Ohio, a party of armed men had seized 6 of Col. Burr's boats below Marietta, full of men; that 4 other boats had escaped.
It was also stated to us, that the enquiry into the conduct of judge Sebastian, relative to the Spanish association, (a few numbers of the narrative of which were published in our paper,) had deeply implicated the character of gen. Wilkinson. That Col. Buckner, a member of the Senate of Kentucky, deposed, that, in 1791, Dr. Fuller, showed him and Sebastian a letter from gen. Wilkinson, acquainting the Dr. that he (gen. Wilkinson) was in the service of Spain, requesting his endeavours to withdraw the affections of the people of Kentucky from the union and in favour of Spain, assuring him that a separation to that effect would soon take place, and if it did, he (Dr. Fuller,) should be appointed surgeon general of the western country; that Wilkinson had presented a memorial to the Kentucky convention, consisting of 22 facts, to that effect. Indirect information was also obtained that Wilkinson held at that time a commission under the Spanish government.
Our informant adds, that he learned at Chillicothe that the president had sent orders to governor Claiborne, to have Wilkinson arrested and sent to Washington City.
Deeming these reports interesting to our readers, we have simply narrated them as we received them. A few days will probably ascertain their accuracy.
MORE OF BURR.
We are authorised to state, from unquestionable authority, that JAMES WILSON, who was Secretary to the Wood county meeting last fall, has been arrested as one of Burr's adherents, was examined before the Magistrates and found GUILTY. It is also stated, that on the 29th, there were between Pittsburg and Marietta, 1000 of Burr's men on the Ohio river.
Va. Gaz. of Wednesday.
We understand that a party of marines, about fifty in number, embarked on Monday morning from Fort M'Henry, for New Orleans, for the purpose of aiding the intentions of government in that quarter.
Baltimore Even. Post.
WASHINGTON, January 7.
A letter received by a gentleman in this city from New Orleans, dated November 21, states that a Spanish officer just arrived from Baton Rouge, gave information that an official account had been received there of the arrival of don Joseph de Salcedo, captain general of New Mexico, on the frontier at the head of 8000 men.
This intelligence is of so dissimilar a complexion from that recently received from the same quarter, that we cannot attach much credit to it.
Extract of a letter to a member of Congress, dated Natchez, Dec. 17th, 1806.
Colonel Burr has just arrived in this place from Kentucky. His agents are endeavouring to obtain Spanish or British gold for post notes. They are also endeavouring to purchase up pork, &c. Some boats

are built and others on the flocks for him. All is furnished with respect to his object and destination.
Another of the same date.
The principal occurrence which seems to agitate the public mind at this moment is, that Col. Burr is here making preparation to defend the river immediately. It is stated by some, that his friends on the Ohio are great, and that a vast number of men are about to descend with him. Conjectures are various with regard to his object.
The following is an extract of a letter received from a gentleman of the highest respectability residing in New Jersey. It will assist to form the impression made in that quarter by the conspiracy attributed to Col. Burr.
The letter is dated Bellevue, Dec. 18. "Much sensibility has been produced here, on the subject of a Spanish war. General orders have been issued for the militia to be held in readiness, to march at a moment's notice. On this occasion our people have discovered a spirit worthy of freemen. I hope and believe, that on great emergencies the Americans would imitate the same spirit which stimulated their fathers in seventy-six."
"There has been a considerable rumor among us, on the subject of a conspiracy being meditated against the government, by some of the western people and others—but to me the whole is in conclave—for myself, I apprehend no danger from it, inasmuch as I do think that the people of this country are too well disposed towards the government to indulge the most remote thought of such a measure—nay, they would become indignant at the idea. In fact, I think there is no man of common sense who would attempt such a thing at this time."
Nat. Int.
A letter received, dated Trinidad, Nov. 22d, states that Miranda had gone to Barbadoes; that a British expedition for the Spanish Main was preparing there; that Miranda was to receive a commission of brigadier-general, and that a number of his officers were also to receive commissions in the British service.
Vice Admiral Sir F. T. Duckworth, has succeeded Lord Collingwood, in the command off Cadiz. Admiral D. sailed from England the 26th October in the Royal George of 110 guns.
Le Poudroyant, of 80 guns, Williams's flag ship, is repairing at Havana. She is watched by two 74's. [Col. Gen.]
DETROIT BILLS.
A letter from Portland, of the 20th inst. says, "The merchants and traders of this town have had a meeting, and have determined to give no currency to the Detroit Bills."
General Assembly of Virginia.
Extracts from the Journal of the House of Delegates.
Thursday, January 8.
A report from the committee for courts of justice (which lay on the table) was taken up and read in the following words:
The committee for courts of justice have, according to order, examined whether any laws of a public nature have expired since the last session of the General Assembly, and have found none in that situation; they have also examined whether there are any that will expire with the end of the present session, or are near expiring, and find that the time, by the act passed at the last session, entitled, "An act, giving further time to the proprietors of certain lands, forfeited for the non-payment of taxes, to redeem the same," allowed for redeeming the said lands, will expire on the first day of March next. As leave has been given to bring in a bill relative to such forfeited lands, the committee decline expressing an opinion as to the propriety of continuing in force the act aforesaid. They have found no other laws that are near expiring.
On motion, Ordered, that the said report be laid upon the table.
Ordered, That leave be given to bring in a bill, "To empower the executive to appoint persons to collect the arrears of taxes;" and that Messrs. Harrison (of Amelia), Jones (of Northway), Goodwyn, Greenhow, Aylett, Mute and Reeder, do prepare and bring in the same.
Mr. Oney presented, from the committee appointed to enquire into the state of the public guard, a bill, "Concerning the public guard and for other purposes;"
Mr. Powell presented, according to order, a bill, "To amend an act, to continue and amend the act, for further continuing, and amending the act, entitled, An act for reducing into one the several acts concerning executions, and for the relief of insolvent debtors;" which bills were severally received and ordered to be laid upon the table.
Friday, January 9.
An engrossed bill "annexing the county of Albemarle to the district for which a chancery court is directed to be held in Staunton;" was read a third time and a blank therein filled up; it was passed.
An engrossed bill, "to amend the act, entitled "An act concerning the high court of chancery," was read a third time; and passed.
A bill, "to amend the act, arranging the counties into Senatorial districts," (which lay on the table) was read a first time; a motion was then made to postpone the further consideration of the said bill to the 31st day of March next—and the question being put on the said motion, it passed in the negative. Ayes 48, Nays 97.
A bill, "Concerning the public guard, and for other purposes," (which lay on the table) was read a first time and ordered to be laid upon the table.
Mr. Smyth (of Wythe) presented, according to order, a bill, "Concerning the distribution of public arars;" and,
Mr. Harrison (of Amelia) presented, according to order, a bill, "To empower the executive to appoint persons to collect the arrears of taxes;" which bills were severally received and read a first time and ordered to be read a second time.
Mr. Minor (of Spottsylvania) presented from the committee to whom it was committed, a bill, "To amend an act, entitled, an act reducing into one the several acts concerning the establishment, jurisdiction and powers of district courts," with an amendment, which he handed in at the clerk's table, where the same was twice read, and the question being put thereupon, was agreed to by the house: A motion was then made further to amend the said bill; when on motion, Ordered, that the said bill be laid upon the table.
Mr. Tazewell presented, according to order, a bill, "To repress and punish certain acts hostile to the peace and tranquility of the U. States within the jurisdiction of this state;"
Mr. Kinney presented, according to order, a bill, "To amend an act, entitled an act, more effectually to provide for the payment of taxes upon lands within this commonwealth;" and,
Mr. Kinney presented, according to order, a bill, "To amend an act, entitled an act, to amend the act, to regulate the solemnization of marriages, prohibiting such as are incestuous or otherwise unlawful, to prevent forcible and stolen marriages and for punishment of the crime of bigamy;" which bills were severally received and read a first time and ordered to be read a second time.
Ordered, That leave be given to bring in a bill "To amend an act incorporating two companies for opening navigable canals—one from Roanoke to Meherin—the other from Bennet's creek to Nansemond river"—and that Messrs. Gholson, Harrison (of Spottsylvania), Mason, Jarrett and E. Bailey, do prepare and bring in the same.
The Enquirer.
RICHMOND, 13th JANUARY.
VIRGINIA LEGISLATURE.
An interesting debate took place yesterday in the House of Delegates, on the following address and resolution proposed by Mr. Miller (of Northumberland). We are sorry, that our absence from the House prevents us from reporting the debate, which it produced.
A motion was made to postpone the resolution for two days; but it was lost.
A motion was then made to postpone it till this day; which was also lost.
A motion was then made to amend the resolution, by striking out that part of it which begins at the word "secondly," and ends at the word "annihilated."—On this question, the Ayes and Nays were taken. Ayes 57. Nays 105. The question was then put on agreeing to the resolution and carried. Ayes 102. Nays 63.
THOMAS JEFFERSON,
PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.
Sir, The general assembly of Virginia, viewing the present situation of the United States, both as it respects their foreign relations, and their internal concerns; feel it a duty imposed upon them to address you, in behalf of themselves and their constituents, and to request that you will, for another term after the expiration of the present, consent to be devoted to the service of your country.—But, lest the course now pursued should, by the enemies of liberty, be misinterpreted to the prejudice of those pure principles of republicanism which, through your life, you have so zealously advocated, and so ably maintained:—The general assembly deem it proper to declare the motives by which they are actuated.
Human wisdom cannot, with certainty foresee the period, at which our differences with foreign nations will be brought to that favourable issue, which justice may sanction; nor at which our commercial intercourse with them, will be placed on that equal footing of reciprocity, which the prosperity, the independence and the honor of the United States demand. It is possible that the most zealous employment of the best practicable means may not avail to produce those desirable objects, during the present term of your chief magistracy.—In that event, it is wished that you, who enjoy the full benefit of all the light which your and a nation's wisdom and experience combined have shed upon the subject:—That you, who are disposed to have "peace, commerce, and honest friendship with all nations;"—That you, who are possessed of the undivided confidence and affections of the American people, should continue to preside over our general government.
Secondly. Altho' the General Assembly believe that the schism, which has recently taken place among the republicans, arose from a difference in opinion, respecting mere questions of expediency, or of policy, in no manner extending to the principles of our government: And that in all material points their political faith is the same.—Yet divisions of this innocent disposition, having once arisen, may be rashly fomented, by those of intolerant spirit; or artfully, by the wicked and designing, for the most unworthy purposes; until our political edifice, which is so justly preferred to all others in the world, for its beauty and its strength, will be entirely annihilated.
Upon the subject of "animadversion of discussions, and of excitements," produced by contest of opinion, your sentiments are well known, and highly appreciated.—Tho' the will of the majority is in all cases to prevail, "the minority possess their equal rights, which equal laws must protect: and to violate would be oppressive."—"Brethren of the same political principle, ought never to be called by different names." The general assembly know no character, who might probably be elected to succeed you, to whom they would so willingly, or could so safely confide the pleasing task of promoting and cherishing, among our political brethren, that perfect union and good will which are essential to the general happiness; & that "harmony and affection, without which, liberty and even life itself, are but dreary things."
Thirdly. A view of the last administration will prove that in order to preserve our union, and our civil liberty, it is necessary that our confidence should be placed in a constitution rendered as perfect as experience and human wisdom can make it, and not in the infallibility of our public agents.—Your opinion relative to some of the most glaring defects in the federal constitution, has been long since announced to the world.—Before its adoption you declared your attachment to the principle of rotation in the presidential office. And when you have been elevated to that dignified station, you have carried that pure republican principle into practice, by declining all pretensions to a reelection to that office, after the expiration of your present term. Such an instance of pure patriotism hath not frequently occurred, and it is therefore viewed, by the friends of liberty, with the highest and most pleasing sensibility. This act, under existing circumstances, is considered as equal to a resignation of office, and as tantamount to a reasonable absence therefrom.
Your declarations and your conduct prove it to be your wish that the extensive and dangerous patronage annexed to the presidential office, should, for the public good, be diminished by constitutional provisions.—And that such amendments to the constitution should be adopted, as "may fix it upon principles capable of restraining human frailties," and of defying the wiles of construction."
The general assembly adopt the sentiments and the language of the venerable Pendleton, in declaring that "it is only when great and good men are at the head of a nation, that the people can expect to succeed in forming new barriers to counteract recent encroachments on their rights, and whenever a nation is so supine as to suffer such an opportunity to be lost, they will soon feel that the danger was not over."
It will not be considered that an imputation is intended, against the patriotism of any citizen, when it is asserted, that 'of men advanced to power, more are inclined to destroy liberty than to preserve it.' But the whole tenor of your conduct has proved to the world, that you are an exception to this maxim.—That you are inclined to promote the liberty and the happiness of man.—The general assembly of your native state, do therefore, for the reasons above assigned, most earnestly request, that you will consent to be considered as a candidate, at the next election, to fill the presidential chair.—In the hope that your patriotism will urge you to a compliance with this proposition, the general assembly bid you an affectionate adieu.
Resolved, by the general assembly, that the governor or chief magistrate of this commonwealth be, and he hereby is requested to forward a copy of the foregoing address to the president of the U. S.
REFLECTIONS!
We cannot but disapprove of the preceding address.
It is improper in respect of time. It is improper in respect of place. It is improper in respect of principle. And it is improper in respect to the manner in which it is clothed, the arguments which it urges, and the authorities which it quotes.
Why, in respect of time? Because were such a resolution even proper in itself, there would be ample time for its expression during the next session of the Legislature. It is a caucous of the republican members of Congress, who have generally nominated the candidate for the Presidential chair. But this nomination is scarcely ever made, until at its very adjournment; and most probably the next Congress will not adjourn before April or May.—Were this resolution then to be adopted twelve months hence, there would have been sufficient time to have instructed the members of Congress, as to the sentiments of the Legislature of Virginia; there would have been time enough to have conveyed these sentiments to the remotest extremities of the union. There would have been besides, this important advantage, that the Legislature would not have pledged themselves to support any man, until it was absolutely necessary to give this pledge; that they would have had another twelvemonth's experiment upon the situation of our country and the measures of its administration; during which period the very advantages promised by this resolution from Mr. Jefferson's re-election, might have been realized or superseded by experiment. Our differences with foreign nations might have been adjusted; the opposition of the republican minority might have been removed, and even the wished-for amendments to the Constitution itself might have been placed in a favorable train for adoption.
The resolution is improper in respect to place; because Virginia should have been the very last state in the Union to have adopted it. What has been the cry of the federalists of the North? That Virginia was disposed to dominate over the rest of the Union. That too unbounded was her ambition that she was unwilling to see any other than her own citizens placed in the presidential chair. This is a most unfounded calumny. But should we adopt any measure, which is calculated to give a colour to those suspicions? To exasperate the jealousy of our Sister States? To misrepresent our acknowledged views? Should we do anything to persuade our countrymen, that we should be dissatisfied with any other than a Virginian, when we are contented with the honours which we have already enjoyed; when we are willing to resign them to any state, whose sons are as well qualified, as the most favoured of our own citizens? But these are minor considerations, in respect to the great principle violated by this resolution. Let us ask the members of the Virginia Legislature, whether the constitutional powers of the president are not extremely formidable to the liberties of this republic:
Whether the only means of diminishing these dangers are not to diminish their duration:
Whether the constitution itself (like our state constitution) should not have limited the period of Executive service:
And since it has not done so, whether it is not the duty of Mr. J. to set an example to his successors, which will bind them with scarcely less energy, than even a provision of the constitution would have done.
From Mr. J. we have no apprehensions. He is the most virtuous officer whom the United States has ever produced; and his country can expect nothing but the most disinterested services from his administration.—But it is unnecessary to recapitulate the remarks, which we have so frequently urged upon this subject; we will dismiss the subject with this refutation upon the form and argument of this resolution.
Why "most earnestly request" Mr. J. to serve his country? Is this the language in which one republican should address another? No. Let us say to Mr. Jefferson "We shall not address you in the language of Petitioners. You are a good citizen: and therefore will not expect or require such solicitation. If you can serve your country, we shall be satisfied with convincing you of the fact. Your own patriotism will prompt you to comply with our wishes."
Let us cast one transitory glance over its arguments and its authorities:
Our foreign relations are said to demand it. And why? because our present differences may not be adjusted before the expiration of two years. But is there not a great probability that they will be brought to a crisis? Let it be granted that they will not; is Mr. J. the only man who can negotiate with foreign nations? Is it not probable that his successor will be intimately acquainted with the actual state of those relations? Are not the necessary documents filed for his information?
But the "schism, which has recently taken place among the republicans," demands his re-election. Unless this schism is healed, "our political edifice" may be "entirely annihilated." Is then the legislature of Virginia prepared to say that the republican minority is really so very considerable, as to endanger "our political edifice" by the schisms, which they have produced? Do their numbers in Congress, in Virginia, and in the union, justify this exaggerated picture?—But this schism has arisen "from a difference in opinion respecting mere questions of expediency or of policy." Let the fact be even admitted: what is the conclusion? That Mr. J. is to serve until every difference of opinion on questions of expediency is removed? If so, let Mr. J. be "earnestly requested" at once to serve during life: The time will never arrive when all difference of opinion will disappear.
If amendments be necessary to the Executive departments of the federal constitution (and heaven knows how shamefully they have been neglected during the last six years!) is it not possible to select some other president, who may not prevent their introduction?
The resolution declares that from the "whole tenor of Mr. J's conduct," no danger is to be apprehended from him. But is that the true question? Have we nothing to fear from Mr. J's successors? Or are the framers of this resolution disposed to think, that these successors will be as virtuous and unambitious as himself? No. Far indeed is this from their real opinion. Do they not we most positively declare, that "of men advanced to power, more are inclined to destroy liberty than to preserve it?" What then is the true policy? That the virtues of Mr. J. should exhibit an example of disinterestedness which must repress the ambition of his less virtuous successors.
The "venerable Pendleton" is appealed to. Is it then forgotten, that it was very this illustrious patriot who recommended that a "President should be ineligible for the next term?" And yet has Mr. J. been President already for two terms.
No! Mr. J. will not disappoint the disinterested wishes of his friends: he will not retain the long and unexampled services of his life by aught that looks like ambition: he will seek the honours of retirement, unless some great emergency, greater than any which exists at present, shall command him to serve his country at the next election.
mergency, greater than any which exists at present, shall command him to serve his country at the next election. Such an emergency may happen, as may completely supersede the principle which we have supported.—But under the existing state of things Mr. J. must disapprove of this address.
True. If Mr. Jefferson looks no further than to the increase of his own reputation; if his only object be to pass for one of the most immaculate patriots, who ever dignified this or any other country; he will doubtless thank them for the means which they have thrown into his power. He will thank the Legislature of Virginia; he will thank the Legislatures of Maryland and Vermont; he will thank every address from Pennsylvania and New-York, who solicit him once more to serve his country. He will thank them for the temptation, which they have offered; because it will make his triumph over temptation, his unshaken adherence to principle more conspicuous and more dazzling. The world; and posterity will say "other men have aspired to power; other men have seized upon it in spite of their country; but this man refuses it in spite of all its intricate allurements and in spite of the solicitations of his country."
What a brilliant contra! will two years hence, be exhibited to the world, between a man of the Eastern and a man of the Western hemisphere! Bonaparte grasping at power, the most exorbitant, by expedients, the most violent, the most artful and the most detestable; Jefferson surrendering the power with which he is invested, through a love of immortal principle.
The one rivetting his yoke upon the neck of a gallant and enlightened nation, declaring himself consul—consul for life—Emperor. The other retiring from the tempting power, with which he is surrounded,—refusing to extend its influence, or to prolong its duration, in spite of the obvious wishes or avowed solicitations of some of his countrymen. Will the members of the Virginia legislature; will the real patriot of this country: coolly refuse to hear the honour of having exhibited this illustrious example? Will they refuse this glorious superiority to the western over the eastern hemisphere? Are they completely indifferent to the heart-thrilling reflection, that while the emperor of France is sacrificing every principle to himself, their own country has enjoyed the proud honour of containing a man who has sacrificed the splendours of power itself, to the love of principle?
Six years ago, Bonaparte himself possessed this envied opportunity. Had he been as good as he was great; had the virtues of his bosom corresponded with the past greatness of his achievements; he would have commanded the universal plaudits of the world. He would have descended to posterity as one of those astonishing phenomena, whom it requires whole centuries to produce. But Bonaparte was insatiable by his ambition. "Like the bat Indian he threw away a pearl richer by far than all his tribe." He ascended to the throne of France: And his name descended to the cheap and common catalogue of great men.
COMMUNICATION.
The Court of Appeals.
the house of delegates have passed a bill providing that there shall be four judges of the court of appeals until there is another vacancy, and afterwards three judges, two of whom shall constitute a court.
The same sum of money annually paid to the judges of that court when five in number, is to be paid to them when four in number, and also when three in number.
To this arrangement made by the house of delegates it is objected. 1. that it is unconstitutional. 2. that it is inexpedient.
1. That it is unconstitutional is proven thus. It is provided by the constitution that the judges shall have "fixed and adequate salaries." The word fixed has some meaning. It may not mean that the salary of a judge shall at all times consist of the same number of dollars; but the value of the salary ought to be the same. Some have contended the salary may be increased at pleasure, but not diminished. That is the proper construction of the constitution of the United States, which says that the salary of a judge shall not be diminished during his continuance in office. This protects them from oppression but not from corruption on the part of the legislature. Our constitution says the salary shall be "fixed" and obviously means that the legislature shall neither oppress the judges by diminishing their salaries or corrupt them by increasing those salaries. It is supposed to be perfectly constitutional to bring back the salaries to the original value, from which they may have depreciated, by general regulations of salary.
The bill passed by the house of delegates renders the salary of a judge of the Court of Appeals uncertain and contingent. It may be for the ensuing year 1750 or 2500 dol. Can this be said to be a fixed salary?
2. That the bill is inexpedient is proven thus. The object of creating a Court of Appeals is to fix principles, which the other courts may apply to particular cases. But while there are four judges of the Court of Appeals, no principle can ever be settled whereon they have divided. If a like difference of opinion exists among the inferior judges, altho' every particular case will be decided by confirming the judgment of the district court, yet the principle will remain undecided. And of cases depending on the same principles, a number may be decided one way and a number another. It will be as to those cases (that is almost difficult cases), the same as if there was no court of Appeals, only that an appeal to that court will produce delay. This is a state of things that ought not to exist.
The Senate ought to contemplate a very possible case. Suppose the next vacancy should be occasioned by the death of one of the most able judges, for instance Judge Roan? Would not one man give law to the state, and decide what act of the legislature he pleased to be unconstitutional? Is this confidence due to any one man?
The Legislature have now an opportunity of adding another man of talents to the Court of Appeals. They have the whole slate to choose from. This opportunity should not be lost.
For the advantages of a proposed plan, see the Enquirer of January 11, 1805. E. E. E.
A man of specious and sociable manners has lately been in Lexington, in the county of Rockbridge, (V.) who is represented to have been Aaron Burr's physician in his rencontre with Gen. Hamilton. This man does not positively admit the existence of any serious design, but he vindicates the right of the Western people to establish an independent Government. He vindicates Burr. He ridicules Mr. J's administration.—This man employs a most ingenious method for discovering the sentiments of the people. In a large society, for instance, which his jovial manners draw around him, he treats this Western Expedition with all the levity of a bon vivants, while he affects to represent it in a most serious light. To the jailor, he says "Come, go with us, and you shall have the charge of all our prisoners." To another he affects to offer a high military appointment; and so on to others: Thus fortuitously drawing forth the characters of his companions; to determine whether they are sufficiently "apt for his purposes."
A letter has been received by a gentleman, high in the confidence of the administration,
saying that it was impossible to determine how far Burr's conspiracy extended; that new discoveries were making every day; but that there was not the smallest reason to suspect Gen. Wilkinson of any connection with the plot.
At an election held in this city on the 5th inst. the following gentlemen were chosen DIRECTORS OF THE BANK OF VIRGINIA and its several BRANCHES:
For Richmond—Abraham B. Venable, John Harvie, Benjamin Hatcher, Joseph Callego, Gervais Storr, John H. Foushee, Gabriel Ralston, John C. Hubner, Samuel Pleasants, John Ambler, James Brown, Robert Gamble, John McCrerie, and Charles Ellis.
For Peterburg—Robert Birchett, Paul Nash, Robert Walker, William Clark, Alexander Brown, Thomas Atkinson, Archibald Baugh, William Bowden, James Swange, Samuel Christian, Samuel Hutton, James Byrne, and Benjamin Edwards.
For Norfolk—Richard E. Lee, William B. Lamb, William B. Selden, John Southgate, Martin Fisk, Samuel Moffey, Alexander Jordan, Wm. Knox, Samuel Martin, James Young, George M'Intosh, Christopher Fry and Dr. James Taylor.
For Fredericksburg—David C. Kerr, John T. Brooke, John Minor, Colonel John Mercer, John Taliaferro, Charles L. Carter, Robert Walker, Thomas Goodwyn, William Hollingsworth, George French, James Vais, John Scott, and Robert Patton.
Deported this life, on the morning of the 14th ult. of an affection of the stomach, the hon. JOHN BRECKENRIDGE, Attorney General of the United States. His body will be interred at one o'clock this day. This loss of Mr. B. will be felt by his country, and deeply lamented; but to his family it is irreparable. [Lexington paper.]
Last Evening's Mail.
NEW YORK, January 6.
Captain Dayton, of the brig Julia, from St. Andero in Spain, informs us that after Bonaparte had entered Berlin he appointed twelve commissioners to whom were intrusted the care of the city police and the temporary government of the Republic of Prussia.
The king was represented to be in a situation which involved his personal safety—being surrounded by the troops of France, and hardly a possibility of effecting his escape.
The emperor Napoleon was said to be on his return to Paris. The Russians, after some communications with the French army, were retiring towards their own territory, after witnessing as idle spectators the disasters of their ally, and were about to make an irruption into the dominions of the Grand Seignor, whose integrity Bonaparte was preparing to defend.
The news of the capture of Buenos-Ayres by the British had not arrived at St. Andero before it was overtaken by the news of the recapture. These two accounts travelled in company, and reached the place of their destination together. Merc. Adv.
Colonel Burr, we hear, left Frankfort on the 12th December, and arrived at Nashville on the 16th, a distance of nearly 300 miles.
He was purchasing provisions and boats, and preparing for his flotilla, which was duly expected down. Washington Fed.
WASHINGTON, January 9.
Extra of a letter from a gentleman of great respectability, dated Frankfort, Ken. December 15.
"Burr left this place about five days ago, and went to Lynch's. He told me that he should wait to hear as to Wilkinson's success; if hostilities did commence, he should go down and try and take all he could get to follow him, and that if hostilities did not commence he should go to the southward. I believe there is no doubt but gen. Adair has gone on to Louisiana, and it is said has gone to Wilkinson. There is no doubt but men are engaging for the Burr party. I have seen several persons who have conversed with the men engaged, viz. — and —. They are engaged for 6 months at least; to have arms if required, and are to defend the river, to get 10 dollars per month, and 100 or 150 acres of land."
QUERE.—Is the above statement represented to have been made by Mr. Burr, meant by him as a cover to plans even more hostile to the peace of the union? Nat. Int.
JAMES RIVER COMPANY.
WILL BE RENTED, to the highest bidder, until the 31st Dec. 1808, on the premises, on Monday the 19th instat, at 12 o'clock, all that part of LOT No. 426 which is occupied by Mr. Oris Palmer as a Coal Yard, lying on the margin of the Basin, and belonging to the James River Company. The rent to be paid on the 30th June and 31st December in each year.
ROBERT POLLARD.
January 13.
JAMES RIVER COMPANY.
Proposals will be received until the 25th this month, for supplying hands with meal, in the service of the James River Company, until the 31st of December next, to be delivered at such times and in such quantities as may be required. Payments therefor will be made quarterly.
ROBERT POLLARD.
January 13. taw ff.
VALUABLE PROPERTY FOR SALE.
WILL positively be sold, at public auction, on Wednesday the 21st inst. if fair, if not the next fair day thereafter, two new BRICK TENEMENTS, on the Main Street, on Shockoe Hill, adjoining the tenement at present occupied by Mr. Jon. Carter. They are well calculated for Groceries, and are supposed to be as good stands for business as any in that part of the City. The property will be shown on application to John B. Winn, living adjoining the premises.—The terms of sale will be four, six, and nine months credit.
TAYLOR & BROWN, Auc'ts.
January 13. 4t. 75c. p.
NOTICE.
THE Members of the Mutual Assurance Society on Buildings, are hereby requested to attend their Annual General Meeting, to be held by adjournment in the committee room, in the north corner of the Capitol on Tuesday the 13th January 18t

DOCUMENTS. The following are the documents referred to in the 13th bulletin of the grand army. (A) NOTIFICATION. General Macon, sub-governor of the thuirieries, commander of the legion of honor, grand cross of the order of the lion, and commander of the city of Leipzig, to the bankers, merchants and shop-keepers of the city. Gentlemen, The fate of arms has put Leipzig into the hands of the great Napoleon. Your city is acknowledged in Europe to be the chief emporium of English merchandise; and is in this respect a dangerous enemy of France. The Emperor and King orders me what follows: Art. I. Within twenty-four hours which shall follow the present notification, every banker, merchant or shop-keeper, having funds or merchandise arising from English manufactures, whether they belong to the English or to the merchant, shall make his declaration of the same in writing in a register opened at the house of the commandant of the town. II. These authentic declarations being made, search shall be made in the houses of the declarers or non-declarers, to inspect their books and verify the goods, to be assured of their good faith, and punish in a military manner the fraud if any be detected. III. The magistrates shall in like manner make upon their responsibility, the just and detailed declaration of the military magazines, belonging both to Saxony and to Prussia, as also of the powder magazines, even those belonging to merchants. IV. A commission shall be appointed, charged to seal up all the ware-houses or funds which shall have been discovered. V. Every contribution of private requisition, either in corn, money or horses, if it does not emanate from a competent authority, is rigorously forbidden. The inhabitants or magistrates who shall have the weakness to subscribe to it without acquainting the commandant of the town, shall be punished by a fortnight's imprisonment. VI. The present notification shall be read and stuck up at the corners, squares and market places of the city. MACON. Given at Leipzig, 18th October, 1806.
(B. C. D.) (E.) SUBSCRIPTION. To his excellency count Hauwitz minister of state & cabinet of his majesty the king of Prussia, knight of his orders, at the king's head-quarters. Louiseland, 12th October, 1806. Sir, It is always with real pleasure that I receive the very flattering renewal of your excellency's former sentiments for me: continue them to me as to a friend who has ever unalterably loved you, and who is tenderly attached to you. I have not failed to lay your excellency's letter before the prince royal, but I could obtain only an evasive answer; the prince prefers ministerial means and I am not able to write you my sentiments; as for mine you know them, my very dear friend, and cannot doubt them. I dare not return to a matter which you have treated of the letter you have just done me the honor to write me, so luminously and so entirely to the bottom. May God grant the most happy success to the king and his armies! He is now the true champion of universal liberty. I do not think that Napoleon would be willing at this moment to struggle against the Prussian forces had those of almost all Europe united against him, without a coalition, from the mere impulse of the personal safety of each state, fighting for its own cause, which at that time was the general cause; but that he will prefer to negotiate, and even, perhaps, sacrifice a few provinces invaded from Prussia, thereby gaining the necessary time for the formation of 200 thousand conscripts; but next year, after having accomplished his other wishes and vast plans, he will endeavor to make us pay, with interest, what we least expect it, for his having been taken this year unware. Therefore, it were to be wished that Weiszel could be back at the peace, together with the present grand duchy of Berg, in compensation for Anspach. Menz will always serve, as well as Weiszel, for considerable assemblies of troops which may overrun the north of Germany when least expected. If the Rhine and the Mein be not decidedly frontiers of the Northern confederacy, the latter will be unable to resist any unforseen aggression of the French; for who can be always armed? If Frankfort, with its territory, Hoelt and Koningstein, do not become Hessian, with all the intermediate country; Hesse will be soon or late devoured without being able to make any resistance, and the situation of Prussia become very precarious. By indemnifying the prince in Franconia, with Bamberg, Aschaffenburg, might indemnify Darmstadt for all his possessions on this side the Rhine; the whole course of the lower Rhine, from the Lahn, ought to belong to Prussia. Every other arrangement is void of all confidence, and war, at this moment, would be far preferable. Pardon me, my dear friend, my reveries, but as you mean to testify to me the same confidence, I should think myself to blame, were I not to open to you my heart without reserve; this is, perhaps, the last moment when the total ruin of Europe may be prevented, by setting loose some of those vast torrents which are going to swallow up every thing. Besides, if he contrives to form again a kingdom of Poland, the present chief aim of his negotiations, the universal monarchy will be made in a short time. I fear I have already said too much, but if you will permit me, I will leave nothing unknown to you, being persuaded that you will not compromise me. It is with perfect friendship, and the most distinguished consideration, that I shall never cease to be, Sir, Your excellency's Most humble, most obedt servant and ancient friend, CH. L. DE MESSE.
Extracts from the official accounts received at Havana, relative to the re-taking of Buenos Ayres, by Don S. Liniers. Aug. 1.—Last night a detachment of 500 English attacked 200 Spaniards, encamped 4 leagues from the city, and made them leave the field, with 4 cannon & 8 prisoners: few were killed or wounded on either side. 5th.—Our transports crossed from Sacramento to the river of Las Conchas, with favorable S. E. wind, and landed 2,700 men, with cannon, other arms, &c. 8th.—Very heavy rain from the 6th until last night. We have this moment received news that our troops are marching towards this city, suffering great hardships from the many swamps that lay between us, and impede the passage of the artillery. 10th.—At 12 o'clock, General Liniers sent the Lieutenant of Infantry Don Hilario Quintanilla, to ask the British general to surrender himself in the course of fifteen minutes; but that officer returned without an answer, as he was denied admittance into the fort. At 4 o'clock the following letter was sent to the British general: "Very excellent Sir, The fate of arms is variable—it is less than a month since your excellency took this capital, without any opposition; attacking with a very small number of troops a multitude of people, who firmly were more deficient of a good commander, than courage to oppose your intention: But at present, penetrated by the highest enthusiasm and valour, they are ready to throw off a yoke, and to demonstrate that the courage shown by the inhabitants of Montevideo, the Canary Islands, and Porto Rico, is not a stranger to those of Buenos Ayres. I come at the head of well disciplined troops very superior to yours. The mountains force that occupy the entrance of the river, will not leave a retreat for your excellency. Thousands of inhabitants, well armed, full of honour and courage, only wait for a signal from me to overthrow the British troops. The just esteem due to the courage of your excellency, the great generosity of the Spanish nation, and the horrors that inspire the destruction of men, induces me to give your excellency this advice; and as I expect that your excellency is well acquainted with your perilous situation, without resource, you will let me know in the precise term of fifteen minutes, if you are disposed to a desperate effort, and give your troops up to total destruction, or surrender to a generous enemy. "May our Lord guard your excellency for many years. (Signed) "SANTIAGO LINIERS. Army before B. Ayres, Aug. 10, 1806. To the very excellent Sir? Wm. Carr Beresford. This letter was answered with the following lines: "I have taken this town after two victories: its fate arms will decide. (Signed) "BERESFORD." On the 11th Aug. our troops attacked and entered by assault at the Retiro, where we took a guard of fifty men prisoners. We entrenched ourselves here, and placed a 24 pounder facing every street. All night several skirmishes between our patrols and the advanced guards of the enemy took place. 12th.—All this day and night several skirmishes between the Catalonians and the enemy; our artillery fired also on the British shipping, and did damage. Our long expected long-boats, in which we place great hopes, are not arrived yet. 13th.—At 10 o'clock this morning our brave Catalonians, the Blandengues and dragoons on foot, attacked the enemy at all points. Our artillery was placed fronting the Retiro, and several 24 pounders every street, taking the enemy between two fires. The attack continued very hot till evening, when the British flag was pulled down and the Spanish prisoners of war, but the officers are to have the honour. The British General and officers were quartered in several houses, and the troops locked up in the corporation houses. The enemy has had many killed wounded; and we have also had great loss. On the 14th, St. Juan was sung with great rejoicing. The English vessels at Barragan bay have all escaped. Of four ships of the line that prevented themselves before this harbour, one was sunk by the forts, two were stranded, and the other escaped. [The above intelligence was received at New-York, by a passenger in the fchr. Maria-Theresa, from Havana.]
COMMUNICATION. Extract of a letter from a gentleman in Aleppo to his friend—Translated from the Gazette of Marcellies, of 20th October, 1806. "A very extraordinary discovery, such as will confound a thousand systems of prophetic writers, has lately been made.—The apocryphal or Revelation of St. John, one of the apostles, has long been the subject of doubt and endless disputation. For several centuries it was not considered by many christian fathers and churchmen as canonical, or the work of the inspired apostle John; even Luther rejected it—those who doubted its title to the Canon, alleged it to be the fabrication of one Cerinthus, who was cotemporary with the apostles, and a christian heretic, who denied the Divinity of Christ, alleging he was but a teacher, and his doctrine or morals only divine. The point in dispute seems now to be brought, to a termination.—Some green laborers belonging to a little town called Gios, in Asia-Minor, lately removing some rubbish from an ancient edifice, and digging up its ruins, took up a small marble globe. They could perceive no aperture, and at first conceived it was solid. On taking it however to the village it was found to be hollow, but with a shell of immense thickness and weight, and was finally broken. There was found in it a number of scrolls or writings in the Greek language, bearing dates between 58 and 98, A. D. They were most carefully done up, and continued in a perfect state of preservation. They were found to be wholly the writings of Cerinthus! containing his epistles to the christian churches, and various dissertations on the points of controvery, then subsisting among the christians. These scrolls are written with great sectarian zeal, somewhat indicating impaired brain, but the most singular of these writings is a full draft of the Apocalypse in the same hand writing as the rest, with erasures, alterations and interlineations.—In every essential particular, it agrees with the book now called the revelation of St. John; and from the erasures, alterations and appearance, carries full evidence, it was merely fabricated by Cerinthus—and published as John's after his death, by way of upholding some of the peculiar tenets of Cerinthus. This scroll as well as the rest, are now in the possession of a Greek Bishop, and authenticated copies and proofs have been sent to the Pope and other great church dignitaries, of this most extraordinary detection.—Relf.
FROM THE PORT FOLIO. To the genius of Mrs. Charlotte Smith we are indebted for the following Haiza. To a Green Chaser, on a White Rose. You dwell within a lovely bow'r, Little Chaser, gold and green, Nestling in the fairest flower, The rose of snow, the garden's queen. There you drink the chrystal dew, And your shields as emeralds bright, And corset of the ruby's hue, Hide among the petals white. Your fringed feet may rest them there, And there your slimy wings may close, But do not wound the flowers to fair, That shelter you in sweet repose. Insect! be not like him who dares On Pity's bosom to intrude, And then that gentle bosom tears, With baseness and ingratitude.
PROPOSALS For carrying MAILS of the United States , on the following Post-Roads , will be received at the General Post-Office in Washington , until the 21st day of January next inclusive.
IN VIRGINIA. 27. From Martinsburg by Williamsport to Hagerstown once a week. Leave Martinsburg every Saturday at 5 A. M. and arrive at Hagerstown by 10 A. M. Leave Hagerstown at 2 P. M. and arrive at Martinsburg by 7 P. M. 28. From Winchester by Stevensburg or New-town, Strasburg, Woodstock, New-Market and Harrisonburg to Staunton once a week. Leave Winchester every Wednesday at 10 A. M. and arrive at Staunton on Friday by 11 A. M. Leave Staunton every Friday at 1 P. M. and arrive at Winchester on Sunday by 3 P. M. 29. From Alexandria, by Prospect Hill, Hilliboro, Leesburg, Waterford, Charlestown, Shepherdstown, Martinsburg and Middleway to Winchester once a week. Leave Alexandria every Monday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Martinsburg on Wednesday by 5 P. M. Leave Martinsburg at 6 P. M. and arrive at Winchester on Thursday by noon. Returning. Leave Winchester every Friday noon and arrive at Alexandria on Monday by 10 A. M. 30. From Alexandria, to Fairfax c. h. once a week. Leave Fairfax c. h. every Friday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Alexandria by 9 A. M. Leave Alexandria every Friday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Fairfax c. h. by 7 P. M. 31. From Washington city, by Frederickburg, Spotsylvania, c. h. Waller'sville, Carter'sville, Cumberland, Farmville, Prince Edward, Charlotte, Coleville, Meadville, Halifax, Dinwiddie and Harrisville to Hunslerstown in N. C. once a week. Leave Washington every Saturday at 8 P. M. and arrive at Hunslerstown the next Tuesday by 8 P. M. Leave Hunslerstown every Wednesday at 4 A. M. and arrive at Washington the next Saturday by 7 A. M. 32. From Washington city, by Fairfax c. h. Centerville, Middleway, Goshen, Millwood, Paris, Winchester, Romney, Westmoreport and Green Glades to Gandy's once a week. Leave Washington every Friday at 8 P. M. and arrive at Fairfax c. h. by 6 P. M. Leave Fairfax c. h. at 6 1/2 A. M. and arrive at Gandy's on Monday by 8 P. M. Returning. Leave Gandy's every Tuesday at 4 A. M. and arrive at Fairfax c. h. on Friday by 5 1/2 A. M. and at Washington by 9 A. M. 33. From Gandy's, by Clark'sburg, Marsh's, Marietta, and Athens, to Chillicothe once a week. Leave Gandy's every Tuesday at 4 A. M. and arrive at Chillicothe on Friday by 10 A. M. Returning. Leave Chillicothe every Friday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Gandy's the next Monday by 7 P. M. 34. From Romney, by Moorfield's, to Pendleton c. h. once a week. Leave Romney every Monday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Pendleton c. h. on Tuesday by 4 P. M. Returning. Leave Pendleton c. h. on Wednesday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Romney on Thursday by 6 P. M. 35. From Marietta by Bel Pre to Wood c. h. once a week. Leave Marietta every Thursday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Wood c. h. by 10 A. M. Leave Wood c. h. at 2 P. M. and arrive at Marietta by 6 P. M. 36. From Clark'sburg, by Buchanan & Randolph c. h. to Pendleton c. h. once in two weeks. Leave Clark'sburg every other Tuesday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Pendleton c. h. on Thursday by 6 P. M. Leave Pendleton c. h. every other Friday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Clark'sburg on Sunday by 10 A. M. 37. From Frederickburg, by Falmouth, Elk-run church, Fauquier c. h. and Salem, to Paris once a week. Leave Paris every Sunday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Frederickburg on Monday by 8 P. M. Leave Frederickburg every Friday at 8 P. M. and arrive at Paris on Saturday by 8 P. M. 38. From Leesburg, by Centerville, Hay-market, Buckland, Warrenton, Jeffersonville and Culpeper c. h. to Madison c. h. once a week. Leave Leesburg every Friday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Madison c. h. on Sunday by 5 P. M. Leave Madison c. h. every Monday at 8 A. M. and arrive at Leesburg on Wednesday by 10 A. M. 39. From Frederickburg, by Germania, Stevensburg, Culpeper c. h. Gains Cross Roads and Front Royal, to Winchester once a week. Leave Frederickburg every Friday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Winchester on Monday at 6 A. M. Returning. Leave Winchester every Wednesday at 6
A. M. and arrive at Frederickburg on Friday by 10 A. M. 40. From Culpeper c. h. by Woodville, Washington, Thornton's Gap and Mundell's Store, to Newmarket once a week. Leave Culpeper c. h. every Monday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Newmarket on Tuesday by 10 A. M. Leave Newmarket at 2 P. M. and arrive at Culpeper on Wednesday by 6 P. M. 41. From Frederickburg, by Thornburg, Chilesburg, Cheesefield c. h. New-Found mills, Oxford, Crew's store, Goodland c. h. Mitchell's, Yanceyville, Louisa c. h. P. Mitchell's, Bibb's store and Spottsylvania c. h. to Frederickburg once a week. Leave Frederickburg every Tuesday at noon, and arrive at Goodland c. h. on Thursday by 11 A. M. and at Frederickburg the next Tuesday by 8 A. M. 42. From Frederickburg, by Port Royal and Pittsville, to Layton's once a week. Leave Frederickburg every Wednesday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Layton's on Thursday by 10 A. M. Leave Layton's on Tuesday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Frederickburg on Wednesday by 11 A. M. 43. From Layton's, by Lloyd's, Tappahannock, Urbanna, Glens and Gloucester c. h. to Yorktown once a week. Leave Layton's every Thursday at noon and arrive at Yorktown every Saturday by 6 P. M. Leave Yorktown every Sunday at 5 A. M. and arrive at Layton's on Tuesday by noon. 44. From Frederickburg, by King George c. h. Brookfield, Mattox Bridge, Leesburg, Templeman's Cross Roads, Richmond c. h. Mount Airy, Farnham, Kinles, Northumberland c. h. and Lancaster c. h. to Kilmarneck once a week. Leave Frederickburg every Wednesday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Kilmarneck the next Saturday by 5 P. M. Returning. Leave Kilmarneck every Sunday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Frederickburg the next Wednesday by 10 A. M. 45. From Tappahannock to Richmond c. h. once a week. Leave Richmond c. h. every Thursday noon and arrive at Tappahannock by 6 P. M. Returning. Leave Tappahannock on Thursday at 6 1/2 P. M. and arrive at Richmond c. h. on Monday by 9 A. M. 46. From Bowling Green, by Baylorville, Broadus's mill, Harrisonville, Newtown, Dunkirk, Walderton, King William c. h. Lilly Point and Cumberland, to New Kent c. h. once a week. Leave Bowling Green every Tuesday at 6 A. M. and arrive at New Kent c. h. on Wednesday by 10 A. M. Returning. Leave New Kent c. h. every Wednesday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Bowling Green on Thursday by 6 P. M. 47. From Richmond, by Hanoverstown and Dunkirk, to Tappahannock once a week. Leave Richmond every Wednesday at 1 P. M. and arrive at Dunkirk on Thursday by 7 A. M. Leave Dunkirk at 8 A. M. and arrive at Tappahannock by 6 P. M. Returning. Leave Tappahannock every Tuesday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Richmond on Wednesday by 9 A. M. 48. From Dunkirk, by King and Queen c. h. Shacelfords, Gloucester c. h. and North End, to Matthews c. h. once a week. Leave Dunkirk every Thursday at 8 A. M. and arrive at Matthews c. h. on Friday by 6 P. M. Returning. Leave Matthews c. h. on Saturday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Dunkirk on Monday by 6 P. M. 49. From Richmond by Granville, to Charles City c. h. once a week. Leave Charles City c. h. every Tuesday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Richmond by 4 P. M. Leave Richmond every Wednesday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Charles City c. h. by 6 P. M. 50. From Richmond, by Hopkins, Powhatan c. h. Carterville, New Canton, Buckingham c. h. Bent Creek, Lynchburg, New London and Liberty, to Fincastle once a week. Leave Richmond every Wednesday at 1 P. M. and arrive at Powhatan c. h. by 9 P. M. and at Fincastle on Saturday by 6 P. M. Leave Fincastle every Sunday at 4 A. M. and arrive at Powhatan c. h. on Tuesday by 3 P. M. Leave Powhatan c. h. at 4 P. M. and arrive at Richmond on Wednesday by 10 A. M. 51. From Richmond, by Manchester, Chesterfield c. h. Springfield, Coleville, Genito Bridge, Prideville, Perkinville, Paildville, Ligonstown, and James-town, to Farmville once a week. Leave Farmville every Monday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Richmond on Tuesday by 4 P. M. Leave Richmond every Wednesday at 3 A. M. and arrive at Farmville on Thursday by 3 P. M. 52. From Powhatan c. h. by Cumberland c. h. Ca-Ira, Farmville, Prince Edward c. h. and Charlotte c. h. to Halifax c. h. once a week. Leave Powhatan c. h. every Friday at 10 A. M. and arrive at Halifax c. h. on Saturday by 4 P. M. Leave Halifax c. h. on Sunday at 4 A. M. and arrive at Powhatan c. h. on Tuesday by 6 P. M. Returning. Leave Powhatan c. h. on Tuesday by 1 P. M. 53. From Prince Edward's c. h. by Litchfield, Wheeler's Springs, Reed's and Campbell c. h. to New London once a week. Leave Prince Edward c. h. every Friday at 2 1/2 P. M. and arrive at New London on Saturday by 3 P. M. Returning. Leave New London on Sunday by 4 A. M. and arrive at Prince Edward c. h. on Monday by 6 A. M. 54. From Halifax c. h. by Danville and Dixonville, to Lenox Castle c. h. once a week. Leave Lenox Castle every Friday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Halifax c. h. on Saturday by 6 P. M. Leave Halifax c. h. every Sunday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Lenox Castle on Monday by 6 P. M. 55. From Halifax c. h. by Halifax, Old Town, Pittsylvania c. h. Pittsylvania old c. h. Peytonburg, Henry c. h. Patrick c. h. and Germantown, to Salem c. h. once in two weeks. Leave Halifax c. h. every other Sunday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Henry c. h. on Monday by 3 P. M. and at Salem on Thursday by 6 P. M. Returning. Leave Salem every other Tuesday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Henry c. h. on Friday by 8 A. M. Leave Henry c. h. at 9 A. M. and arrive at Halifax c. h. on Saturday by 6 P. M. 56. From Henry c. h. by Rocky Mount, to Liberty once a week. Leave Henry c. h. every Friday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Liberty on Saturday by 10 A. M. Leave Liberty every Saturday at 1 P. M. and arrive at Henry c. h. on Sunday by 6 P. M. 57. From Petersburg, by Brookington, Namazeeen Bridge, Henderson, Nottoway c. h. Hungarstown, Double Bridge, Halesyburg, Willisville, Bibb's ferry and Scottsburg, to Halifax c. h. once a week. Leave Petersburg every Wednesday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Willisville on Saturday by 9 A. M. Leave Willisville at 10 A. M. and arrive at Halifax c. h. by 4 P. M. Returning. Leave Halifax c. h. on Sunday by 6 A. M. and arrive at Willisville by 2 P. M. Leave Willisville at 3 P. M. and arrive at Petersburg on Wednesday by 10 A. M. 58. From Harrisville, by Fieder's mill, Quartelville, McFarlands, Lunenburg c. h. Christianville, Marshallville, Mecklenburg c. h. Davis's, St. Tammany's, Gads Bridge, Edmundson and Fieder's mill, to Harrisville once a week. Leave Harrisville every Tuesday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Marshallville by 5 P. M. Leave there on Wednesday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Harrisville by 6 P. M. 59. From Harrisville, by Hicks's Ford and Alexandria, to Halifax twice a week. Leave Harrisville every Wednesday and Friday at 5 A. M. and arrive at Halifax by 8 P. M. Leave Halifax every Thursday and Saturday at 5 A. M. and arrive at Harrisville by 8 P. M. The mail is to pass by Putney's store and Dancy's on Wednesday and Saturday. 60. From Petersburg, by Suffolk c. h. Jerusalem and Smith Quay, to Murfreesboro' c. h. once a week. Leave Petersburg every Tuesday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Murfreesboro' on Wednesday by 4 P. M. Returning. Leave Murfreesboro' every Sunday at 8 A. M. and arrive at Petersburg on Monday by 6 P. M. 61. From Smithfield, by Urquhart's store, Jerusalem, Bethlehem Cross Roads and Crookesville, to Hicks's Ford once a week. Leave Hicks's Ford every Wednesday at 5 A. M. and arrive at Smithfield on Thursday by 7 P. M. Returning. Leave Smithfield every Friday at 7 A. M. and arrive at Hicks's Ford on Saturday by 7 P. M.
62. From Norfolk, by Kempville, N. W. B. Bridge, Tull's Creek, N. C. Newtown, Jonesboro', Elizabeth city, Nixonton and Herford, to Edenton once a week. Leave Norfolk every Tuesday at noon and arrive at Edenton the next Friday by 10 A. M. Returning. Leave Edenton every Friday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Norfolk the next Tuesday by 6 A. M. 63. From Charlotteville, by Warren, Wachapreague, New Market, New Glasgow, Amherst c. h. and Madison, to Lynchburg once a week. Leave Charlotteville every Thursday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Lynchburg on Saturday by 10 A. M. Leave Lynchburg every Saturday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Charlotteville on Monday by 10 A. M. 64. From Staunton, by Kinkeads, the Warm springs or Bath c. h. Morris's, Callaghans and the sulphur springs to Lewisburg, and from thence by Union Town, the sweet springs, Callaghans, &c. to Staunton once a week. Leave Staunton every Friday at 2 P. M. and arrive at Lewisburg on Monday by 10 A. M. Leave Lewisburg by noon and arrive at Staunton the next Friday by 10 A. M. 65. From Lewisburg, by Boyers, Huff's, Morris's, Kenhaway c. h. Point Pleasant, Gallipolis, and Scioto Salt works to Chillicothe once in two weeks. Leave Lewisburg every other Tuesday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Chillicothe on Sunday by 4 P. M. Leave Chillicothe every other Monday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Lewisburg on Saturday by 6 P. M. 66. From Wythe, by Austinville, Grayson c. h. Scull Camp, Mount Airy and Bethania, to Salem c. h. once a week. Leave Wythe c. h. every Tuesday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Salem the next Friday by 10 A. M. Returning. Leave Salem every Saturday at 6 A. M. and arrive at Wythe c. h. on Monday by 6 P. M.
NOTES. 1. The Post-Master-General may expedite the mails and alter the times of arrival and departure at any time during the continuance of the contracts, by stipulating an adequate compensation for any extra expense that may be occasioned thereby. 2. Fifteen minutes shall be allowed for opening & closing the mails at all offices where no particular time is specified. 3. For every thirty minutes delay (unavoidable accidents except) in arriving after the time prescribed in any contract, the contractor shall forfeit one dollar; and if the delay continues until the departure of any depending mail, whereby the mails delayed for such depending mail lose a trip, an additional forfeiture of five dollars shall be incurred. 4. News-Papers as well as letters are to be sent in the mail; and if any person making proposals, desires to carry news-papers, or other than those conveyed in the mail, for his own emolument, he must state in his proposals for what sum he will carry with the emolument, and for what sum without that emolument. 5. Should any person making proposals desire an alteration of the times of arrival and departure above specified, he must state in his proposals the alteration desired, and the difference they will make in the terms of the contract. 6. Persons making proposals are desired to state their prices by the year. Those who contract will receive their pay quarterly in the months of August, November, February and May, in one month after the expiration of each quarter. 7. No other than a free white person shall be employed to convey the mail. 8. Where the proposer intends to convey the mail in the body of a stage carriage, he is desired to state it in his proposals. 9. The Post-Master-General reserves to himself the right of declaring any contract at an end whenever three failures happen which amount to the loss of a trip each. 10. The contracts for the above routes are to be in operation on the first day of April next, and are to continue in force for two years. GIDEON GRANGER, Post-Master-General. GENERAL POST OFFICE, Washington City, Nov. 13, 1806.
ADDITIONAL NOTICE. THE SUBSCRIBER has employed as an Assistant in his School, the present year, a young Gentleman (Mr. W. Nelson) who possesses a classic education, and is qualified to teach the Latin and Greek Languages, Mathematics, &c. The qualifications of his Assistant, and the salary he is to receive, are considerations which induce the Subscriber to extend the limits of the number of his pupils to 25, (beside his own two sons) a number which will no doubt be considered sufficiently moderate. Price for board and tuition, for such as attend to Latin, Greek, or Mathematics, £30, independent of the age of the Student. ANDREW BROADDUS. January 10, 1807. FIVE DOLLARS REWARD. WENT away from the Subscriber, on Dec. 28th last, an indentured apprentice boy, named Joshua Roach, of Charles City. Whoever will return said boy to the subscriber, shall receive the above reward. SAM. BARRETT. I forbid all persons harboring or trading said boy, on penalty of the law. January 10 REMOVAL. THE Subscribers have removed their COMPTING HOUSE, from the Main-Street to one of David Bullock's Brick Buildings, at the lower end of the Baion, between the Tenements occupied by C. and T. Saunders, and Norvell, Watt and Bullock—where they continue their purchase of wheat as usual.—They also keep for sale a regular supply of Flour, Corn Meal, Hams and Bacon. THOMAS & ANAS LADD. 10 Mo. 21, 1806. SELLING OFF CHEAP. M. & B. Myers, intending to decline the retail business, offer for sale, at reduced prices, the whole or any part of their present stock of DRY GOODS. Consisting of a variety of useful and fashionable articles— IRISH LINENS, Flanders Sheerings, Damasks, Hessian, Long-lawns, Linen and Cotton Cambricks, Superfine and second Broad Cloth, and Kensey-meyers, Blankets, Coatings and Flannels, Dennets and Fancy cords and Velvets, Sarsnet, Lawn and Mouseline, Rich figured Satins, Silver-Mouseline, Sarcenets, Italian T. sellings, Cotton and Silk Chambers of very handsome patterns. A few excellent silk Petticoats, Gloves and Hosiery, elegant Plumes, wreaths and fancy Head Ornaments, a variety of handsome Ribbons, Table Cloths and Napkins in sets, 3, 4, 7, 4 & 10 1/2 Diapers. A few sets of China in boxes of 40 pieces, Set of Cut Glass Decanters, Wine and Tumblers, Glass Bowls, specie-bottles, Hall Lamps, &c. &c. Those who buy with cash, will be allowed a very liberal Discount, which will be increased according to the augmentation of the amount of their purchase at any one time. On any sums of consequence, a credit if required, will be given of three to six months.—The purchaser giving approved negotiable paper. For sale, also, as usual, a complete assortment of Dutch Bolting-Cloths. Jan. 17.