Virginia Argus (Richmond, Va.), 1805-03-16 00:00:00

VIRGINIA ARGUS
(VOL. XII.)
RICHMOND:—Printed (on Wednesdays and Saturdays) by SAMUEL PLEASANTS, Junior, Printer to the Commonwealth.
(No. 1134.)
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SATURDAY, MARCH 16, 1805.
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(Continued from the last page.)
rights and acted in convention, this very law was engrafted in their constitution.
Here the general evidence ends, and is there yet a remaining hesitation about the proof of notice; to such infidelity the glare of meridian light will not be convincing.
The advocates for the claimants have chosen their ground with great address. If they cannot be supported upon principles of law and equity, they adroitly change their position and take the more defensible stand of policy; but even the ramparts here raised will moulder away, and fall to the ground at the conquering touch of truth. Can it be good policy to do what is wrong? Shall virtue and integrity, the foundations of our government, the pillars, the Boaz and Jachen of the temple be thrown down and trampled underfoot? shall justice be driven weeping from our walls, and vice and corruption here rear their hideous heads? forbid it reason, forbid it God. But they have high authority on their side. The commissioners who made the articles of agreement and cession with the state of Georgia recommended it; so they did; but I ask you under what circumstances? In the report they made on this subject and containing this recommendation, they expressly state the facts which I have just detailed, and conclude with declaring that "under all circumstances which may affect the case and had come to their knowledge, the claimants could not support their title; upon what data therefore has this compromise been recommended—as great as these gentlemen may be, and as illustrious as are their characters and services to their country, and as great as is my regard; and in this article I yield to no man; yet it is incomprehensible upon what principle such a conclusion is drawn, from such premises the claimants have no title, yet they ought to be provided for, they have cheated the government and therefore ought to be rewarded, they have prostrated the fairest of the social virtues—but they are entitled then to compensation, they have acted with the most unbounded profligacy and immorality, nevertheless, they must be noticed and encouraged; they have speculated, therefore must have money. Is this house prepared to assent to such reasoning and to accept such a system of policy? A man to entitle himself to justice, ought to have clean hands, & a pure heart. With a very ill grace does he ask for equity, with bribery in his hands and perjury and corruption in his heart; and shall a horde of speculators be the peculiar objects of Congressional bounty? Shall they be the selected and chosen few whose magnanimity and virtue shall be rewarded with unbounded wealth. Permit me now, Mr. Speaker, after having said so much upon the general question to examine it more minutely and in detail. One particular case before us deserves peculiar attention, it is that known formerly by the name of the Georgia Mississippi company, now the New England Mississippi company. Too well known in its old Jockey dress, it has changed its livery, and after having been driven from the sporting fields of the south, it has taken up its residence in the east as the theatre of its future career. The agents for this company have written a large pamphlet in vindication of their claim, and every member has been furnished with a copy as an entertainment for his evening's leisure, & pious employment of his sabbath's holiday. In this book it is stated that the New England company finished their contract and took a deed from the Georgia company on the 13th day of February, 1796. This is the very day the annulling law received the executive sanction of the state of Georgia, a wonderful coincidence of circumstances, it seems almost providential, but how different the employment, the Assembly of Georgia completing an act, the proudest boast of their political life, which posterity will praise and admire, while the New England company were planning cunning, and extensive schemes of speculation, and which we are told have been but too successful in their effects. That the widows and orphans of men of wealth are now chewing the crust of poverty from this accursed business. This is the melancholy effect of this baneful influence of speculation, and we are called upon to minister to the very passion, and by our imputed righteousness to expatiate the
sins of this ruinous, vile and destructive transaction, and that we shall by sanctifying their claims fix a stigma on that glorious monument of Georgian honesty, the annulling law. But to return, will these people after these things tell us they are innocent purchasers without notice for a valuable consideration, bona fide paid; yes, they have told us so, and told us too by lawyers, for of this description are their agents, and who have admitted that it is not necessary to prove positive notice, a constructive one being sufficient. Where did these people reside, in the town of Boston in the state of Massachusetts. Are they ignorant? no, they are the best informed men in the state, and most of them public characters, and yet had no knowledge of what was passing in the state of Georgia, or in Congress, which then sat at Philadelphia. The newspapers of the south could not penetrate the frozen regions of the north, yet the polluted laws of Georgia could travel there. Permit me modestly to ask the agents, who are professional gentlemen, if the company upon the most correct construction of the doctrine were not pedantic purchasers, did they not buy a law suit, and ought they not to abide the decision? The legislature of Georgia convened in the month of November, 1795, and immediately took up the subject, and on the very day of the decision is the deed made to the purchasers; was not therefore the case pending when the purchase was made. If I am asked how could people in Boston know what the assembly of Georgia were doing. I answer that the purchaser ought to take care the doctrine of latent equity, so much relied upon by the claimants, does not apply here as in individual cases; if a man has an equity which he does not assert, and an honest purchaser interposes it, he is supposed guilty of negligence, by which a third person may be injured, and therefore he is not permitted to disturb the honest purchaser, for the best of all reasons, that when one of two innocent persons must suffer, it ought to be him whose act permitted the injury. But suppose a suit had been commenced against the first grantees in the state of Georgia, in a court of common jurisprudence; as early as November, and on the 13th day of the next February it was determined against the grantees, and the patent ordered to be cancelled; would not the purchasers in Boston be bound by it? No legal gentleman will controvert this position. The people of Georgia did more than this. It is true they did not institute a suit, because there was no possible way in which this could be done. No court of competent jurisdiction in which the ordinary process of law could be carried on, and redress afforded; existed; the injury was grievous and sensibly felt; the representatives of the people had violated the most sacred trust and had justly doomed themselves to their severest vengeance. The case being sui generis all that could be done was immediately accomplished. The grand juries presented, and the people generally petitioned and remonstrated, it was canvassed in every company, and the top of universal conversation, at least in that part of the country; these circumstances could not have been unknown to the purchasers. One more circumstance on this head, and which he had nearly forgotten, the President's communication was made in Feb. 1795, on the third of March following, Congress rose and the Senators and Representatives returned to their respective states with a full knowledge of this wicked transaction, and it would be doing great injustice to suppose they were silent on this important subject. Let the house determine this question by each member asking himself if he did not know it, and on the answer, he would with certainty rely; should he be told that even all this is not positive proof of notice, in answer, he would assert that it is a mass of testimony strong and invincible, and such as is seldom produced in courts of justice, an unbroken chain of evidence, that fidelity itself cannot resist, nothing but a mistaken tenderness for these unworthy speculators can turn the mind aside from the path of truth and justice.
(To be continued.)
LONDON, December 21.
We mentioned yesterday that an order of council had been issued for laying an embargo upon all Spanish vessels in our harbors. The following is a copy of the
order, which was sent by last night's post to the proper officers at all the out-ports, and to the Vice Admirals of the Maritime countries. The issuing of letters of Marque is, we believe, only prevented by the non-arrival of Mr. Frere.
"At the court at the Queen's Palace, the 19th December, 1804, present, the King's most excellent Majesty in council.
"Whereas information has been received that an Embargo has been ordered to be laid upon all British ships in the ports of the kingdom of Spain: it is this day ordered by his Majesty, by and with the advice of his privy council, that no ships or vessels belonging to any of his Majesty's subjects be permitted to enter and clear out for any of the ports of Spain, until further order; and his Majesty is further pleased to order that a general embargo or stop be made of all Spanish ships and vessels whatsoever, now within, or which hereafter shall come into any of the ports, harbors, or roads, within the United Kingdom, of Great Britain and Ireland, together with all persons and effects on board the said ships and vessels; but that the utmost care be taken for the preservation of all and every part of the cargoes on board any of the said ships, so that no damage or embezzlement whatever be sustained.
"S. COTTRELL."
January 14.
The Gazette of Saturday night contains an order in council granting general reprisals and letters of marque against Spain. This being the usual form of declaring war, some of our contemporaries entertained an expectation that it would be accompanied with a specification of all the reasons. The order in council contains one that is as good as ten thousand, it states, that Spain has declared war against us—among the signatures to this order is that of Viscount Sidmouth. This is the first public act of his Lordship in his new capacity.
Letters of Marque and Reprisals.
At the court at the Queen's palace, the 11th of January 1805, present, the king's most excellent majesty in council:
Whereas his majesty has received information that the king of Spain has issued a declaration of war against his majesty, his subjects and people: his majesty, therefore, being determined to take such measures as are necessary for vindicating the honor of his crown and for the vigorous prosecution of the war in which he finds himself engaged, is pleased by and with the advice of his privy council, to order, and it is hereby ordered, that general reprisals be granted against the ships, goods, and subjects of the king of Spain, so that as well as his majesty's fleets and ships, as also all other ships and vessels that shall be commissioned, by letters of marque or general reprisals, or otherwise, by his majesty's commissioners for executing the office of lord high admiral of Great Britain, shall and may lawfully seize all ships, vessels, and goods belonging to the king of Spain, or his subjects, or others inhabiting within the territories of the king of Spain and bring the same to judgment in any of the courts of admiralty within his majesty's dominions; and, to that end, his majesty's advocate general, with the advocates of the admiralty, are forthwith to prepare the draft of a commission, and present the same to his majesty at this board, authorising the commissioners for executing the office of lord high admiral, or any person or persons by them empowered and appointed, to issue forth and grant letters of marque and reprisals to any of his majesty's subjects or others whom the said commissioners shall deem fitly qualified in that behalf for the apprehending, seizing and taking the ships, vessels and goods belonging to Spain, and the vessels and subjects of the king of Spain, or any inhabitants within his countries, territories, or dominions; and that such powers and clauses be inserted in the said commission, as have been usual, and are according to former precedents; and his majesty's said advocate general, with the advocate of the admiralty, are also forthwith to prepare the draft of a commission, and present the same to his majesty at this board, authorising the said commissioners for executing the office of lord high admiral, to will and require the high court of admiralty of Great Britain, and the lieut. and judge of the said court, his surrogate or surrogates, as also the several courts of admiralty
within his majesty's dominions, to take cognizance of, and judicially proceed upon all & all manner of captures, seizures, prizes & reprisals of all ships & goods that are or shall be taken, and to hear and determine the same; and according to the course of admiralty, and the laws of nations to adjudge and condemn all such ships, vessels and goods, as shall belong to Spain, or the vassals and subjects of the king of Spain, or to any others inhabiting within any of his countries, territories & dominions: and that such powers and clauses be inserted in the said commission as have been usual, and are according to former precedents; and they are likewise to prepare and lay before his majesty at this board a draft of such instructions as may be proper to be sent to the court of admiralty in his majesty's foreign government and plantations for their guidance herein; as also another draft of instructions for such ships as shall be commissioned for the purposes aforementioned.
Eldon C. Hawkesbury, Montrose, Ellenborough, Camden, W. Pitt, Melville, W. Grant, Sidmouth, Charles Morgan, Castlereagh, Evan Nepean, Mulgrave,
Whatever was the object of his mission, the French messenger is returned to France in the Immortalite.
PHILADELPHIA, March 6.
Monday last, the 4th of March, 1805, was observed by the republicans generally, of this city, as a day of feasting and congratulation upon the re election of Mr. Jefferson to the presidency of the United States.
The militia legion, under the command of gen. John Shee, was formed about eleven o'clock, in Third between Spruce and South streets, and marched from thence down Spruce to Second, up Second to Market street, and proceeding up Market street reached Ninth street about 12 o'clock. A salute was then fired by the artillery attached to the legion; after which the companies were dismissed and proceeded to their respective places of entertainment. The weather being remarkably fine, the celebration of the happy event met with no manner of obstruction, and the day was spent in cheerfulness and tranquility.
The officers of the city brigade, honored by the company of a number of respectable citizens, dined together on Monday, at the house of Mr. Vogdes, Chesnut street, where a sumptuous entertainment was provided. Gen. John Barker presided and col. Willis acted as vice president.—After the cloth had been removed, the following toasts were drank. The evening was spent with the utmost hilarity and cheerfulness:—
1. The day—whilst we look back upon the 4th March, 1801, as the commencement of a glorious era, in the political history of America, may we celebrate this day as equally propitious to the liberty and prosperity of our country.
2. The people of America—may they have but one head, one heart and one hand in support of the glorious cause of liberty.
3. The constitution of the United States—past experience has shown its general excellence, future experience will point out its particular defects.
4. Thomas Jefferson, the statesman and philosopher—may the vote by which he has been re-elected to the presidential chair, convince the world of the practicability of republican government, and that we are not a divided people. Jefferson's march.
5. George Clinton, vice president of the U. S.—his former services are a sure pledge of his future conduct. "Stony Point."
6. The memory of general Geo. Washington. Reuben Castle.
7. The congress of the U. States.
8. The legislature of Pennsylvania—may they continue, as heretofore, to express the will of the people.
9. Thomas McKean, governor of Pennsylvania—when he ceases to distrust old tories and apostate whigs, may he cease to enjoy the confidence of the people.
10. May principles and not men be the objects of republican attachments.
11. The government of the majority—the vital principle of republicanism, from which there is no appeal but to force, the parent of despotism.

12. The militia, the best defence against foreign aggression, and the best preventative of domestic treason. "Yankee Doodle."
13. The judicial systems of the states—may they be entirely our own, and may no exotic be engrafted upon the tree of liberty.
14. Our captive brethren in Tripoli—may grape shot prove an effectual tribute for their deliverance. "Galley Slave."
15. Commodore Preble and the officers and men, who fought under him.
16. The memory of the heroes of the American army and navy, who fell in defence of their country's rights. "Logan water."
17. The fair—"though last, not least in love."
VOLUNTEERS. By Gen. Barker—The 17th February, 1801, when democratic virtue triumphed over aristocratic intrigue, and saved our country from a civil war.
The Yazoo speculation—begot in fraud may it end in abortion.
The contemplated convention—may the friends of the constitution never object to its necessary amendment.
May virtue be the Gordian knot of republicanism, and it can never be untied by the intrigues of an aristocracy, or severed by the sword of monarchy.
The people of Louisiana—may a participation in the rights and blessings of their brethren of the states, render them zealous in defence of the one and grateful for the enjoyment of the other.
The people of New England—they have returned to first principles, may they never again desert them.
FROM THE AURORA.
Yesterday Mr. Jefferson commenced a second term of service: it may be useful and interesting to ask the attention of our readers, while we return to the period when he was first held up as a candidate for the office of chief magistrate of the American people, and to mark the progress of republicans in raising him to his present exalted station.
It is well known that had not General Washington declined a re-election, he would have been chosen to the presidency in 1796-7, perhaps without opposition; for, although some measures, adopted under his administration, were deemed injurious to the rights, and degrading to the dignity of the nation; such had been his popularity after the close of an arduous contest, that to attempt to oppose him would have been useless in itself, and would have exposed to injury those who might pursue the object.
Retiring, however, to private life, a successor was to be selected. Mr. Adams, whose principles were known, from his compilation ridiculously enough called a "defence of the American constitutions," was looked to by those who had, at the formation of the government, endeavored to introduce monarchical and aristocratical forms, by those who believed the people to be "their own worst enemies," and that a republic meant "any thing or nothing"—and those who anticipated rank in a nobility, who believed that they wanted nothing but a title to change their plebeian blood, and a mantle to conceal forever that they had used the hammer, the awl, or the anvil, preferred Mr. Adams—the Tories of the revolution, the British dependents, and agents—in short, the whole body of the anglo-monarchico-aristocratico-Americans rejoiced at the prospect of having as president, a gentleman, who having been once very obscure himself, would be very cautious in his conduct to those of the same cloth.
Mr. Adams had, indeed, taken such an honorable and conspicuous part, in the early period of the revolution, that very many of the whigs would not believe that a short residence in Europe could have so soon corrupted him; and these gave him their support. But, above all things, the recommendation of gen. Washington gave Mr. Adams a great weight and influence.
With such a powerful support, with the whole eastern influence, and with the whole weight of office and of much wealth, it must be granted Mr. Adams advanced with a strong prospect of triumph, and to oppose him was an undertaking of no inconsiderable magnitude and uncertainty.
Mr. Jefferson, however, was taken up by all those who were desirous of preserving representative government in its full and pure state; by the greater part of the whigs of the revolution; by those who dreaded the establishment of British influence amongst us; and by all, in fine, who looked with jealousy upon men, whose principles were at variance with equal rights and whose conduct and whose conduct must necessarily correspond with their principles.
Unquestionably, under these circumstances, Mr. Adams had the greatest prospect of success, yet the ardor of the opposition, instead of abating, increased with the anticipation of difficulty.
In October, 1796, the election for electors was held throughout the union, and the result was declared, as follows in the spring of the ensuing year:—
   Adams. Pinckney. Jefferson. Burr. Scattering.     New Hampshire, 6 6   Massachusetts, 16 13 3   Rhode Island, 5 4   Connecticut, 9 4 5   Vermont, 4 4   New York, 12 12   New Jersey, 7 7   Pennsylvania, 1 2 14 13   Delaware, 3 3   Maryland, 7 4 4 3   Virginia, 1 1 20 1 19   Kentucky, 4 4   North Carolina, 1 1 11 6 5   Tennessee, 3 3   South Carolina, 8 8   Georgia 4 4   71 59 68 30 46  
Thus it appears that Mr. Adams was chosen president by a majority of three votes only; and it is to be remarked that the electors of the Adams ticket, in Pennsylvania, were returned by a majority of forty-six votes only, that the return of Green county was not furnished in the time limited by law, which would undoubtedly have been in favor of Mr. Jefferson, and that were it not for this mistake Mr. Adams would not have been chosen by three votes.
Thus terminated the first presidential contest, and in consequence the weak and the dependent flocked in numbers to the standard of a party, which owed its success to intrigue and not patriotism, to accident and not fair voting. The British faction now began to assume a tone of authority and insolence, which prudence had previously restrained: Porcupine's Gazette first appeared on the day of Mr. Adams's assumption of the power, which he afterwards so much abused—in this paper the true objects of the party, were stated without reserve, and the republicans saw with sorrow that their predictions were fulfilled—From the 4th of March, 1797, commenced the persecution of the living and the defamacion of the memories of the dead—on this day began the reign of terror; every man suspected of being the friend of Jefferson was denounced as a jacobin and a Frenchman, he was pointed at in the streets, even his children were denied the indulgence due to innocence, and in order to have a mark set upon the republicans a cockade ornamented the hats of their opponents. Volunteers were raised to preserve order and good government, but they were constantly engaged in tumults and oppression, to the manifest evidence that no such thing as good government existed in the country. The press was shackled, and the liberty of speech could not be exercised but with danger. Aristocratic parade and fantastic imitation of European absurdities, being made by the chosen few, the thoughtless followed the example, because they wished to be fashionable. An army and navy, for which there was no manner of use, were erected; and every other means taken to procure an ascendancy over the people. Such were the enormous expenses of his administration, that although new and numerous taxes were imposed, the expenditure for the year exceeded the income for the same period, and the deficiency was made up by the aid of loans, for which eight per cent. was given, the credit of the nation being thus two per cent. lower than that of an individual. A strong attachment to the English government and an enemy to that of France, marked the conduct of this administration—the violation of our rights by the former was tolerated, similar outrage by the latter was resented—the solemnity and existence of treaties did not prevent this administration from aiding in the dismemberment of St. Domingo from France, altho' our own safety required the utmost delicacy on such a question. But it is useless to enumerate; these and many other abuses were remarked, and, notwithstanding the obstacles, public opinion became enlightened to the dangerous situation of the republic.
In 1800-1, a second presidential election was held—the federalists had decided, and much opposition was made to the second nomination of Mr. Adams—however, he and Mr. Pinckney were again held up, and the republicans supported their former candidates.
There never was a stronger evidence of the correct judgment of the mass of the
people, than was given by the result of this election. Let it be remarked that, in every quarter of the union numerous officers had been appointed, who were deeply interested in the re-election of Mr. Adams; that he had fortified himself by every species of influence, and that scarcely a friend of Mr. Jefferson held an office or situation of trust or patronage. The prospect was certainly not more propitious than that of 1796, yet such was the impression made upon the people, such was the regard for institutions and principles which had been laughed at and abused, that the friends of freedom triumphed. Of this election the following is the return:
   Jefferson. Burr. Adams. Pinckney. Scattering.     New Hampshire, 6 6   Massachusetts, 16 16   Rhode Island, 4 3 1   Connecticut, 9 9   Vermont, 4 4   New York, 12 12   New Jersey, 7 7   Pennsylvania, 8 8 7 7   Delaware, 3 3   Maryland, 5 5   Virginia, 2 2 31   Kentucky, 4 4   Tennessee, 3 3   North Carolina, 8 8 4 4   South Carolina, 8 8   Georgia, 4 4   73 73 65 64 1  
This was a glorious triumph of principles, one which ought never to be forgotten, one which ought to encourage us to believe that our form of government may remain unaltered forever.
As a last effort, the circumstance of Mr. Jefferson and Mr. Burr having an equal number of votes was taken advantage of by the federalists; and the treachery of Mr. Burr fully answered the wishes and expectations of the enemies of his country's freedom. Hence resulted a scene of intrigue and villainy at which posterity will look back with astonishment and abhorrence. At length justice prevailed, the will of the people was not thwarted, on the exercise of their physical strength.
The measures of his administration have been the only reply which he has offered to the unexpected abuse of his political opponents. He has been incessantly assailed as the vilest of the community, yet he has not been thus attacked because he is Thomas Jefferson, but because Thomas Jefferson is the ablest defender of the rights of the people, because his administration, more than any other, has proved not only the practicability but the superior excellence of our democratic representative form of government. He has proved the falsity of every federal prediction by his political conduct, and his private reputation remains unblemished, although calumny and falsehood essayed to render it odious in the eyes of mankind.
We find that such was the change in public opinion from 1796-7, to 1800-1, that Mr. Jefferson gained his election by eight votes—We have now to mark the effect of this administration, we have now to shew the strongest evidence of a people's affection that ever was given under any government or in any nation. At the third trial in 1804-5, the votes stood thus:—
   Jefferson. Clinton. Pinckney. King.     New Hampshire, 7 7   Massachusetts, 19 19   Rhode Island, 4 4   Connecticut, 9 9   Vermont, 6 6   New York, 19 19   New Jersey, 8 8   Pennsylvania, 20 20   Delaware, 3 3   Maryland, 9 9   Virginia, 24 24 2 2   Kentucky, 8 8   North Carolina, 14 14   Tennessee, 5 5   South Carolina, 10 10   Georgia, 6 6   Ohio, 3 3   162 162 14 14  
Such is the return of the late election, and according to which Mr. Jefferson now presides for another term. In a national view it shews the excellence of our constitution, according to which we have thus, without tumult or disorder chosen our chief magistrate; an act which, under other governments, would have caused the death perhaps of thousands—we have quietly and peaceably performed
the most delicate and important duty; thus proving the happy condition of this country under the present form of government, and encouraging the hope of its permanence. In a particular view this election shews that republics are not ungrateful, but that honest views and faithful services will ever command the regard of the people—it proves that calumny has been the elevation of the man, whom it would have sacrificed.
We congratulate the country that there is so much cause for looking with pleasure to the past and with hope to the future.
THE Copartnership of DANIEL COUCH & CO. is this day dissolved. Those having claims against the concern, will present them to CHRISTOPHER ANTHONY, Jr. for settlement—and those indebted thereto are requested to make immediate payment to him.
DANIEL COUCH. CHRISTOPHER ANTHONY, Jr. Goochland, March 15, 1805. w4c
CHRISTOPHER ANTHONY, Jr. & Co. Will in future carry on the business, and expect to receive in the month of April, a general assortment of
SPRING GOODS. FROM SOUTH AMERICA.
THE BEAUTIFUL SPANISH HORSE, APPALUSIA,
WILL stand the ensuing season, at my plantation Chickahominy, near the new bridges, and will be let to mares at the moderate price of ten dollars the season, payable the first of Oct. next, but notes (to be sent with the mares) may be discharged by paying eight dollars on or by the 1st of August, when the season will end. Insurance fifteen dollars (notes sent as above, payable 1st March, 1806.) And four dollars cash the leap. In either case 25 cents to the groom, to be paid down. Mares will be fed with clover and lucern gratis, and corn if required, at the falling price. I have 20 spare stalls in a strong new stable, with substantial locks, where they may be kept of nights, but will not be answerable for escapes.
APPALUSIA is lately from South America, about ten years old, 15 hands high, of a beautiful snow white colour, and most elegantly formed. It is unnecessary to point out the great superiority of this excellent breed of horses for the saddle, harness, &c. as it is generally known that they are well gaited, gentle, and the most hardy and thrifty horses in the world, and many live to be upwards of 50 years old.
APPALUSIA stood in Augusta the season before last, where he proved to be a certain foal getter, and many of his colts would have sold for 200 dollars each at a day old. A few mares were put to him the last season, (having bought him late) all of which proved with foal.
BENJAMIN DUVAL. February 15th, 1805.
THE members of the DISMAL SWAMP CANAL COMPANY, either in person or by proxy, are requested to meet at the Hotel in Norfolk, on the first Monday in May next, to elect a President and Directors, and on other business of importance to the company. Notice is also given to those who are delinquents in the payment of the quotas heretofore called for, that unless they make payment of their respective balances on or before the said day, that their shares will be sold on the Tuesday following the above day of meeting.
Thomas Newton, President. Aug's. Slaughter, } Directors. William Vaughan, } Richard Blow, } Norfolk, 11th March, 1805. id
The Scituate Spring Races,
WILL commence on Thursday the eighteenth day of April next.—First day will be run for the Jockey Club Purse of £100, three mile heats—Second day the Proprietor's Purse of £50, two mile heats—And on the third day a Sweepstakes, for three and four years old, two mile heats, entrance fifty dollars. The subscription will remain open until the evening preceding the first day's race; any person wishing to enter may do so either in person or by letter directed to Mr. Samuel Marshall.
Carrying the following Weights. 7 years old, 133 4 years old, 100 6 do. do. 126 3 do. do. 90 5 do. do. 117 3 lbs allowed mares & geldings. JOHN HASKINS, Treasurer. March 9th, 1805. id
VIRGINIA;
At a Court held for Halifax County, the 25th day of February, 1805.
John Griffin, plaintiff. Against Daniel Sizemore, George Sizemore, Solomon Sizemore, John Sizemore, William Sizemore, Eliram Sizemore, Mary Sizemore and Joseph Sizemore, heirs and representatives of John Sizemore, dec. James Baird and William Baird, defendants.
THE defendants John Sizemore, William Sizemore and William Baird, not having entered their appearance and given security agreeable to the act of assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that they are not inhabitants of this state: On the motion of the plaintiff by his counsel, It is ordered, that the said defendants do appear here on the fourth Monday in August next and answer the plaintiff's bill: and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some newspaper of the city of Richmond for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the courthouse of this county. A copy—Teste, John Barkedale, d. c. h. c.
BLANK BONDS For sale at this office.

A disappointment in receiving our usual supply of printing paper, which is daily expected, compels us to print this day's Argus on a paper much inferior both in size and quality to that commonly used. Ample amends shall be made for the deficiency.
The several persons to whom the printer hereof sold Richmond Academy Lottery Tickets on credit, are requested to make immediate payment.
The great length of the proceedings on S. Chase's trial, and our circumscribed limits, with the pressure of other important matter, obliges us to discontinue the publication in this paper. The whole will, however, shortly appear in a pamphlet, and be for sale at this office.
A letter from the city of St. Domingo, says—Flour is 30 dollars per barrel and that no vessels will be permitted to trade in the Spanish part of the Island, unless they bring a certain portion of their cargo in flour. (True American.)
Corn was sold in Charleston, South Carolina, the 11th ult. by the cargo at two dollars fifty cents per bushel. The retailing price is said to be three dollars.
The Manhattan, a valuable ship bound homeward, from Batavia for New York, was captured on the 11th ult. in the latitude of Bermuda, by the British sloop of war Busy, and sent for New Providence. The pretext was that she had French passengers on board.
Many men who talk about a religious President, do not consider, fully, what is meant. Does not Mr. Jefferson do all that Washington did, or Adams was asked to do? Let us suppose that he was elected to some sect. If an Episcopalian, then a jealousy would arise that every Bishop was of Mr. Jefferson's stamp, and the Northern states would be offended. If a Presbyterian, then it would be asked of what sort? And every little sect under that name would hope for patronage. The poor Friends, whenever a law passed about military duty would be led to suspect that the president intended it should bear hard upon them. But now he attends religious worship. He aids by his charity, as we are assured, all who call upon him. No sect fears his influence, all share his love and protection. Is there not room to fear that they who want a religious President, and are not content with such a man, want a persecutor? For what would the Calvinists say of an Arminian President? What have they not said on some late elections! If the President be not precisely of their stamp, he would get no credit for his religion, but the more the worse, would some say. Can it then be wondered that the great majority sit under their own vines and fig-trees, and to have none to make them afraid. (Salem Register.)
A letter from one of the American captives, in Tripoli, dated in July last, represents, that there had been no abatement in the rigor of their treatment; and the sum required by the bashaw for peace, and the ransom of the prisoners, was one million of dollars, which was instantly rejected by the commodore. (Philadelphia paper.)
The bill for allowing Mr. Burr the privilege of franking, for the remainder of his life, met with much opposition in the senate U. S. it was advocated by Mr. S. Smith, of Maryland, Mr. Smith, of New York, & by Mr. Dayton of New Jersey, & was opposed by Mr. Maclay, Mr. Logan, Mr. Hillhouse, Mr. Pickering, &c. it was ultimately adopted in the senate, ayes 18, noes 13. In the lower house a motion to postpone the consideration of the bill to December next, was carried. ayes 38, noes 35. (Aurora.)
Mr. Burr's public conduct, through the latter part of the late session of congress was very dignified and manly—we wish we could say he had not descended to littleness in the subordinate details—by refusing the Auroraman a seat, though seats were furnished to the other persons desirous of reporting the trial of Mr. Chase. (ib.)
Mr. Burr did not leave Washington on the day mentioned—he was in the gallery among the sovereign people on Monday—when we say sovereign, we mean even
more than the sovereign people, we mean the people's sovereign—the ladies.—ib.
His Excellency the French Minister of the Interior has communicated to the Central Society of the vaccine pock inoculation, the result of a counterproof, which by the concurrence of circumstances which accompanied it, will form an epocha in the history of vaccination.
Six black children, the first two were vaccinated at the Isle of Reunion, and the variolic matter from whom afterwards served for upwards of 5000 individuals, were embarked on board la Jeune Caroline, a vessel infected with the small pox, & conducted to one of the Seychelles islands, where the vessel performed quarantine. These six children remained constantly on board, in the very midst of infection, and the greatest care was taken that they should eat, live, and sleep with those infected with the matter. They were even twice inoculated with the small pox during the quarantine, and each time large incisions were made into both arms. It is, however proved by the process verbal kept day after day, that these six children, who had slept under the counterpanes of the variolated subjects, who had been in contact with their pustules, who had eat and drank out of their dishes, who had been twice inoculated with the virus of those variolated individuals who had died of the small pox, have been preserved from all contagion and maintained in perfect health.
This counter proof is perhaps the most striking one in the whole history of vaccination, on account of the very particular circumstances which attended it, viz. that these six children whilst under quarantine lived during a fortnight in the midst of twenty blacks who had the confluent small pox, of whom six died; from twenty to twenty-five other blacks, covered with scurf, in a state of desiccation and convalescence surviving seven infected who died before the arrival of the vessel, all penned up between decks in a small ship, in the circumscribed space of eight feet wide by ten or twelve in length.
This counter proof deserves a place in the immense collection of useful experiments which have been made in Europe upon the vaccine; it fulfils above all the important end which Government had in view, & confirms incontestably the anti-variolic property which numerous essays made by the most celebrated physicians in the civilized world, have insured to the new inoculation.—Marc. Adu.
Messrs. Printers, In an adjoining county to this (Campbell) there exists a connexion between two families, formed by marriages, for which, perhaps, no precedent can be found from Adam down to the present day.—If any of your readers can state the consanguinity of the offspring of the two parties, no doubt it will afford some amusement to the lovers of riddles.
A Mr. Palmore married the daughter of a W. Westbrook, and the said Westbrook married the daughter of said Palmore—two of Palmore's sons married daughters of said Westbrook, and two of Westbrook's sons married daughters of said Palmore. Lynchburg Gaz.
RICHMOND ACADEMY LOTTERY. 18th DAY'S DRAWING
Table with 4 columns: Prize Amount, Number of Tickets, and Winning Numbers. Includes prizes of 1000, 100, 12, 10, 5, and 2 dollars.
CATHOLIC CATHEDRAL CHURCH LOTTERY, BALTIMORE. Fortieth day's drawing.
Table with 3 columns: Prize Amount, Number of Tickets, and Winning Numbers. Includes prizes of 700, 500, 200, 100, 50, and 25 dollars.
DIED—In Isle of Wight county, Col. JAMES JOHNSON, one of the magistrates of said county, much regretted by a numerous acquaintance, as well as by affectionate wife and two children.
(By Authority.)
AN ACT Supplementary to the act, intitled "An act to regulate the collection of duties on imports and tonnage."
Be it enacted, by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the same terms of credit which are granted by law, for the payment of duties, on articles the produce of the West Indies, and no other, shall be allowed on goods, wares and merchandise imported by sea into the United States, from all foreign ports and Islands, lying north of the Equator, and situated on the eastern shores of America, or in its adjacent seas, bays and gulfs.
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That it shall be lawful for any ship or vessel to proceed with any goods wares or merchandise, brought in her, and which shall in the manifest delivered to the collector of the customs, be reported as destined or intended for any foreign port or place, from the district within which such ship or vessel shall first arrive, to such foreign port or place, without paying or securing the payment of any duties upon such goods, wares and merchandise, as shall be actually re-exported in the said ship or vessel: Provided that such manifest so declaring to re-export such goods, wares or merchandise, shall be delivered to such collector within forty eight hours after the arrival of such ship or vessel. And, Provided also, that the master or commander of such ship or vessel shall give bond as required by the thirty second section of the act intitled "an act to regulate the collection of duties on imports and tonnage."
NATHL. MACON, Speaker of the House of Representatives. A. BURR, Vice President of the United States, and President of the Senate. February 22, 1805—APPROVED, TH: JEFFERSON.
War Department, March 6. 1805.
NOTICE is hereby given, That separate proposals will be received at the office of the Secretary for the Department of War, until 12 o'clock at noon of the first Wednesday in June next, for the supply of all rations that may be required for the use of the United States, from the 1st day of October 1805, until the 30th day of September 1806, both days inclusive, at the following places, viz.
First, At Niagara, Detroit, Michilimackinac, Fort Wayne, Chicago, Swan Creek, and at any place or places, where troops are or may be stationed, marched, or recruited within the state of Ohio, and territory of Michigan, and at any place or places within the Indiana territory north of the 41st degree of north latitude. Second, At South West Point, Tellico, Knoxville, Nashville, and within the Cherokee nation between Tennessee and Georgia, and on the Tennessee river, and on the road between said river and Nashville, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the states of Kentucky & Tennessee. Third, At the garrison near Vincennes on the river Wabash, at Fort Massac, New Madrid, Chickasaw Bluffs, Arkansas, Natchez and Fort Adams, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched, or recruited in the Mississippi territory, except the county of Washington, and at any place or places in the Indiana territory south of the 41st degree of north latitude & fifty miles east of the Mississippi river. Fourth, At St. Louis, St. Charles, Kaskaskia, Cahokia, & at any place or places, where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the territory of Louisiana north of New Madrid, and at any place or places in the Indiana territory within fifty miles east of the Mississippi river and south of the 41st degree of North latitude. Fort Massac excepted. Fifth, At New Orleans, Plaquemines, Point Coupee, Oacheta, Natchez, Appalousas, Attakapa, Fort Stodder, Fort St. Stephens, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched, or recruited within the territory of Orleans, or in the county of Washington in the Mississippi Territory, and at any place or places on the west side of the Mississippi river below Arkansas. Separate proposals will also be received as aforesaid for the supply of all rations, which may be required for the use of the United States, from the 1st day of January 1806, to the 31st day of December of the same year, both days inclusive, within the several states herein after mentioned, viz. Sixth, At Fort Wilkinson, Cockspur Island, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited, within the state of Georgia, and on the Indian boundary between Georgia and the Creek nation. Seventh, At Charleston, Rocky Mount, on the head waters of the Santee, and at any place or places, where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited, within the states of North and South Carolina. Eighth, At Norfolk, and at any place or places, where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited, within the state of Virginia. Ninth, At Fort M'Henry, and at any place or places, where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited, within the state of Maryland and the district of Columbia. Tenth, At Fort Mifflin, and at any place or places, where troops are or may be stationed, marched, or recruited, within the state of Pennsylvania, east of the river Susquehannah, and within the states of New Jersey and Delaware. Eleventh, At Pittsburgh, Carlisle and at any place or places, where troops are or may be sta-
tioned, marched or recruited, within the state of Pennsylvania, west of the river Susquehannah. Twelfth, At Fort Jay, West Point, Albany, Schenectady and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited, within the state of New York, Niagara and its dependencies excepted.
Thirteenth, At Fort Trumbull, Fort Wolcott, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited, within the states of Connecticut, Rhode Island and Vermont.
Fourteenth, At Fort Independence (Boston harbour) and at any place or places, where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited, within the state of Massachusetts, the town of Springfield, and the district of Maine, excepted.
Fifteenth, At Portsmouth, Portland, and at any place or places, where troops are or may be stationed, marched, or recruited within the state of New Hampshire and the district of Maine.
Sixteenth, Proposals will also be received as aforesaid, for the supply of all rations, which may be required by the United States, for the troops which are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the town of Springfield in the state of Massachusetts, and for the armourers and other persons employed in the United States armoury at that place, from the 1st day of January 1806 to the 31st day of December in the same year, both days inclusive.
A ration to consist of one pound and one quarter of Beef, or three quarters of a pound of Pork, eighteen ounces of bread or flour, one gill of Rum, Whiskey or Brandy, and at the rate of 2 quarts of Salt, four quarts of Vinegar, four pounds of Soap, and one pound and a half of Candles, to every hundred rations. The prices of the several component parts of the ration shall be specified; but the United States reserves the right of making such alterations in the price of the component parts of the ration aforesaid, as shall make the price of each part thereof bear a just proportion to the proposed price of the whole ration. The rations are to be furnished in such quantities, that there shall at all times, during the term of the proposed contract, be sufficient for the consumption of the troops at Michilimackinac, Detroit, and Chicago, for six months in advance; and at each of the other posts on the western waters, for at least three months in advance, of good and wholesome provisions, if the same shall be required. It is also to be permitted to all and every of the commanders of fortified places and posts, to call for, at seasons when the same can be transported, or at any time in case of urgency, such supplies of like provisions in advance, as in the discretion of the commandant shall be deemed proper.
It is understood that the contractor is to be at the expense and risk of issuing the supplies to the troops, and that all losses sustained by the depreciation of an enemy, or by means of the troops of the United States, shall be paid by the United States at the price of the articles captured or destroyed as aforesaid, on the deposition of two or more persons of creditable characters, and the certificate of a commissioned officer, stating the circumstances of the loss, and the amount of the articles for which compensation shall be claimed.
The privilege is understood to be reserved to the United States of requiring that none of the supplies, which may be furnished under any of the proposed contracts, shall be issued, until the supplies which have been or may be furnished under contracts now in force, have been consumed; and that a supply in advance may be always required at any of the fixed posts on the seaboard, or Indian frontier, not exceeding three months.
H. DEARBORN, Secretary of War. March 8. (tlm)
EIGHT DOLLARS REWARD. STRAYED from Dr. C Christian's in New Kent county, in the month of December last, a grey (or roan) MARE, with a blaze face, about fourteen hands high, five years old this spring, shod all round, paces, trots and canters tolerably well, but is not fond of pacing; she is very compact. Whoever will deliver the said mare to Dr. Christian or to the subscriber or give such intelligence to either that she may be recovered, shall receive the above reward. GEO. CHRISTIAN. Buckingham, March 9th, 1805. w4t
NOTICE. I do hereby forewarn any person or persons from taking an assignment of my bond or note, given to Elijah May, for one hundred dollars, as I will not discharge the same. JOHN R. PERKINS. Fluvanna co. 6th March, 1805. w4t
Government Security.
NEW-YORK LOTTERY.
No. III. for the encouragement of Literature, Begins Drawing on the EIGHTH DAY of APRIL next. 25,000 DOLLARS, 10,000 DOLLARS, 5,000 DOLLARS, HIGHEST PRIZES.
The Scheme contains 33,000 Tickets, of which 9,913 are Prizes, less than two and a half blanks to a prize—Defalcation fifteen per cent. At the session of the Legislature of the state of New York, on Monday the 12th Nov 1804, a Resolution passed the Senate, and was concurred in by the House of Assembly, that the drawing of the said Lottery be postponed until the Second Monday in April next, in consequence of the defalcation of one of the managers, and that the Legislature will GUARANTEE the PAYMENT of ALL the PRIZES in said Lottery. TICKETS
And Halves, Quarters & Eighths, ARE TO BE HAD AT G. & R. WAITE'S PERMANENT LOTTERY OFFICES, No. 64, MAIDEN LANE, & No. 38, MAIDEN LANE,
AT THE FOLLOWING PRICES. Whole Tickets Dols. 7 50 | Quarters, Dol. 2 00 Halves, - 3 75 | Eighths, - 1 12 But as the tickets and shares, have met with such an extraordinary rapid sale throughout every part of the United States, they will speedily advance in price.

The full blooded English stallion and most complete running horse,
Tickle Toby,
A DARK brown, elegant-ly formed, 15 hands high, will stand the ensuing season at my stable in the upper end of Chesterfield county, near Goodie's and Bevil's bridges, to be let to mares at six guineas the season, which may be discharged by the payment of 21 dollars within the season; three guineas the lease to be paid down, and 10 guineas to insure a mare being in foal, with a dollar to the groom in the two latter cases. Extensive pasturage and board of boys gratis, but I will not be responsible for accidents or escapes. Gentlemen wishing their mares fed, must send the money with them to purchase grain. The season will commence immediately and expire the last day of July next.
THOMAS BRANCH.
10th March, 1805. Pedigree, taken from the general stud book of England - TICKLE TOBY was by Alf, one of the best sons of old Matchem, his dam Celia, by He rod, his grandam Proserpine, full sister to Col. O'Kelly's famous Eclipse.
Races won by Tickle Toby.
At York, August meeting the first time he started, he won a sweepstakes of 200 guineas each, (8 subscribers) beating Mr Bullock's Toby, Mr Farrer's Telescope, and Mr Peirse's Enchanter. He also won the 70 guineas at Lincoln, beating Sir F. Poole's Mentor, and Mr Brewster's Put. At York spring Meeting he won the stand plate, bearing Mr Dodsworth's Abby Thulle, col Ratcliff's Mousetrap, and Mr Garforth's Harold. The day following he won 50l. for all ages, bearing col. Ratcliff's Pigeon, Lord A. Hamilton's Brother to Restless, and Sir W. Vavasour's Hope. The York August meeting following, he won the great subscription, (though five years old) for six years old and aged horses, beating Lord A. Hamilton's Walnut, Prince of Wales's Traveller, Mr Wentworth's Gustavus, Mr Baker's Cavendish, and the Duke of Norfolk's Dubskeiter; this was universally allowed to be one of the finest races ever run, and the only time Walnut was ever beat. Tickle Toby won the 70 guineas at Lincoln, beating Lord Scarborough's Valiant and Mr Willis's Liberty. He won the Corporation Plate at Doncaster, carrying 4 lbs. extra, beating Mr Garforth's Camilla, and Lord Scarborough's Valiant, which were the only times he run that year. The York spring meeting following, he won the stand plate, bearing Mr Garforth's famous mare Rosalind. The August meeting he walked over for the King's Plate; and won the great subscription for six years old, and aged horses, beating Mr Wentworth's Tamerlane, Lord A. Hamilton's Walnut drawn. He won 50 gs. at Kelso, beating Mr Baird's Rattler. The York spring meeting following, he received 150 guineas forfeit from Sir W. Maxwell's Scorpion, 4 miles, at 12 stone each. The August meeting, he again won the great subscription, for six years old and aged horses, beating Mr Wentworth's Haby, Lord A. Hamilton's Restless, Mr Hutchinson's Overton, and Mr Baker's Cavendish. He also won the 100 guineas at Dumfries, beating Gustavus, and 50 guineas at Kelso beating Mr Baird's Louisa, at one heat. The year following he won the Corporation Plate at Chester, beating Mr Lord's Miles-pinner, & Mr Wray's Grig, and 50l. at Newton, beating Mr Lowther's Mimnus allowing him 25 lbs. And the 100 gs. at Newcastle-upon-Tyne, beating Mr Baird's Lucy, Mr Peirse's Rosamond, and Lord Tyrconnel's Hermes. He also won the gold cup at Chester, beating Lord Done-gall's Joe Andrews, Mr. Taylor's Helmet, Mr. Tutton's Betsey, and Mr. Rathbone's Tommy. And also received the premiums at several places, no Horses entering against him.
Amelia County Court, January 24, 1805.
Richard Foster, complt. Against Joshua Atkinson, Henry Estridge, Samuel Ward and Watkins defts. In Chancery.
THIS day came the complainant by John Lane his counsel, and the defendant Atkinson, not having appeared and giving security agreeable to the act of Assembly and the rules of this court; and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that the said defendant Atkinson, is not an inhabitant of this state: Therefore, on the motion of the complainant by his counsel aforesaid, It is ordered, That the said defendant appear here on the first day of May court next, and answer the bill of the complainant; and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some public newspaper published in the city of Richmond, for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the courthouse on two several court days.
A Copy-Teste, James Townes, jr. c. n. c.
At a Court held for Washington County, the 16th day of January, 1805.
James White, complt. Against Joseph Acklin and Andrew Davison, defendants. In Chancery.
THE defendant Acklin, not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of Assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that he is not an inhabitant of the commonwealth of Virginia: On the motion of the complainant. It is ordered, that the said defendant Acklin, do appear here on the third Tuesday in May next, and answer the bill of the complainant, and that a copy of this order be inserted in some public newspaper published in this state for two months successively, and another copy posted at the front door of the courthouse of the said county.
A copy-Attest, D. CAMPBELL, D. c. w. c.
Tickets in the William & Mary College Lottery are for sale at this office.
To the Freeholders of the Counties of Elizabeth City, Warwick & York.
GENTLEMEN,
MR. Saunders, who has very ably and respectably represented us in the Senate several years past, having declined taking a seat there again; I presume to make you a tender of my services, and to solicit your countenance and support at the approaching election.
Personal applications on occasions of this kind, I have ever held improper: and am persuaded would not, at this enlightened period, have weight, or in any degree conduce to the accomplishment of my object: they therefore will not be made.
My political sentiments are known to be in harmony with those of the great republican majority of the district: my interests are certainly inseparable from yours. With great candor I profess myself a warm friend to the perpetual union of the states, a sincere admirer of our excellent federal constitution, and am perfectly satisfied with our present national administration.
I am neither an Englishman or a Frenchman in politics; nor will I ever yield myself up, implicitly, to any party.
Should you, by your suffrages, entitle me to a seat in the legislature, I will anxiously endeavor to show your confidence has not been misplaced, by serving you as well as my mental acquirements will enable me, faithfully and assiduously, as a real American. I am, with great respect, Gentlemen, your ob't. h'ble serv't. W. GOOSLEY.
23d Feb 1805.
WRANGLER,
IMPORTED last summer was two years from England. This horse, so justly celebrated for his beauty, size, blood and performances, it is believed is not surpassed by any horse ever imported into America. He is a fine bay and only ten years old last spring; he will stand at my stable in Prince-Edward county nine miles below the courthouse and two from Elisha Betts's, formerly Moore's ordinary, to cover mares at seven pounds the season, twenty shillings of which will be remitted if paid within the season, and forty dollars to insure a mare with foal, payable immediately, if the mare is parted with, with one dollar to the groom with each mare. The season will commence the 10th of March and expire the 10th of August. Good and extensive pasturage, well included, gratis. No liability for accidents or escapes of any kind, but great care will be taken to prevent either. Notes will be expected with the mares. Gentlemen who leave their mares may have them fed with grain at the market price, if required.
BLOOD.
He was bred by Sir Thomas Charles Bunbury and was got by old Diomed; his dam Sir Charles Sedley's famous mare Fleecatcher, by Goldfinder; grandam by Squirrel; great grandam by Bail, brother to Blaze; great great grandam by Lath, out of a full sister to Snip; she was got by Childers, out of the old Basso mare, sister to Soreheels. Let it be recollected, that Fleecatcher, the dam of Wrangler, was decidedly the best mare of her day; she is the grandam of col. Hoomes's Lady Bull.
PERFORMANCES.
Wrangler at three years old, won a sweepstakes at Alipon, in Sussex, beating Mr Durand's Johnny, Proserpine, Snake and others. He won a match for 100 guineas a side, beating Lord Egremont's Bugle; and he also won the town plate, beating Rose, &c. At four years old, Wrangler won at New Market second spring meeting, a sweepstakes of 800 guineas, beating Centinel, Deplorable, Fugitive, Plailow and Cumberbatch; and at Brighton, a sweepstakes of 300 guineas, beating Bugle and Jonquil, and was second to Magic for the Petworth stakes, beating Bennington, Johnny, Pay or Pay, Montezuma, &c. He won at Bedford, four mile heats, free for all ages; he beat Reluctance a match, and he won a plate at New-Market, in the Houghton meeting beating Fidget, Bennington, Humbug, Oatlands, Hornpipe, &c. At five years old, for the ladies' plate at Lewis, he beat Magic, Gohanna, Worth, brother to Waxy. He won a plate at Bedford, at four mile heats, winning the second and fourth heats, and won at Egham, and he also won a sweepstakes at New-Market, beating Lady Bull, Spoliator, Speculator, Philbert, &c. At six years old, for the great Oatland stakes, he beat Telegraph, Antrim, Vandal, Hornby Lass and Stamford. At New-Market first spring meeting, he won a plate, beating Pay-nator and Boaster; he also won a sweepstakes of 25 guineas each, giving six pounds and the year to Pay-nator, beating at the same time, Expedition and Boaster. In the month of August, 1800, he was purchased by col. O'Kelly, who won two matches with him for 50 guineas each, beating Greyhound. At seven years old, he beat Jack Andrews a match, three miles and a half, over New-Market, for 100 guineas; he also beat Hornby Lass, across the flat, for 50 guineas; he was next horse to Sir Harry and beat the Prince of Wales's c. by King Fergus, and his c. by Muf-fet, Jack Chance and Paulo. He had occasionally run retinue; about this time that disposition increased, and he could be obtained, and he was purchased to be imported to Virginia. He is in high health and vigor, not a blemish about him, and his limbs as clear as those of a colt; but his best recommendation will be a view of him.
(wtf.) Thomas Haskins. Prince-Edward, February 4, 1805.
For Rent or Lease,
A HOUSE on the Bason of the Canal, occupied for four or five years past by the subscriber as a retail grocery, and is one among the best stands in the city for that business - For terms apply to
Archeolaus Hughes. Richmond, March 2d 1805. wtf
THE FOLLOWING ARTICLES,
Are for sale at Dr. Wilson's Apothecary Shop, opposite the Bell-Tavern, to wit:
RED and white Lead, Verdigris, Spanish Whiting, Spanish Brown, Umber, Naples Yellow, Blue Smalt, Brown Pink, Rose Pink, Flake White, Gold Leaf, Liquid Gold Size, Copal and Spirit Varnish, Camphor, Hair Pencils, Yellow Ochre, Litharge, Sugar of Lead, &c. &c. Also a quantity of Salt Petre.
He wishes to rent a stand for an Apothecary's Shop in the neighbourhood of the cross street leading to Mayo's bridge.
26th Dec. 1804. wtf
WHEAT FAN & WOVEN WIRE MANUFACTORY,
No. 7, Bridge-street, four doors north of Griffith's Bridge, Baltimore:
WHERE are made and sold, WHEAT FANS, first quality; ROLLING and other SCREENS, for wheat, barley, flax-seed, &c.; HAND RIDDLES and SIEVES, for coal, corn, barley, wheat, rye, oats, meal, brick dust, flax seed, clover seed, cockle, lime, sand, &c.; SHARPS for Indian meal; WIRE SAFES; WOVEN WIRE for windows, &c. &c.
AMOS SMITH, (Formerly West & Smith.)
N. B. A good assortment on hand.
Any of the above articles will be delivered in Richmond, (on short notice) at the same prices as at the manufactory (exclusive of freight) on the orders being left with
SAMUEL PARSONS & SON,
Near the Bason, of whom the prices may be known - who have now on hand, Wheat Fans, Wheat and Lime Sieves, and Meal Sieves, &c. of a superior quality.
P.S. WIRE SAFES, and a few tons BAR IRON on hand.
11th Mo 1st. 1804. wtf
THE SUBSCRIBER OFFERS FOR SALE, FOUR HUNDRED ACRES OF
L A N D,
PART of the Fairfield tract, adjoining the land of Mr. Abram Cowley, John Stubbs and Esme Smock, about two miles from the Market house in the city of Richmond; this land is in woods, except about thirty acres, which are cleared and under a strong fence; it is level and well adapted to farming; the wood with which it abounds, considering its proximity to the city, makes it a desirable purchase to any person, especially to a resident of the city. This land may be purchased entire, or in lots of fifty or one hundred acres, and possession given immediately.
MILES SELDEN. Tree Hill, 20th Feb. 1805. wtf
Congressional Register.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
Wednesday, January 30.
DEBATE ON THE GEORGIA CLAIMS. (Continued.)
Mr. Clark said, he was still in favor of the amendment on the table, and which he yesterday had the honor of submitting. He did not wish it to be understood, that the amendment was intended to give a preference to any description of claims under the different acts of the state of Georgia and provided for by the general resolution: but intended it should meet directly those which have excited the most public attention, have been the most ardently pursued, the most zealously advocated, and attended with the most extraordinary circumstances. If the facts which have accompanied this monstrous business from its origin to the present moment were publicly known, or if it could be retraced through all its cunning and wily mazes, the claims would sink beneath the weight of honest indignation: and instead of now being urged before the congress of the United States, would be gladly withdrawn from public view and buried in perpetual silence. He peculiarly wished on this occasion a cool and temperate discussion, to divest ourselves of all feelings either of improper compassion or prejudice, that equally tend to inflame the heart and mislead the judgments. It should be his humble province to endeavor a fair investigation of the naked question, disrobing it of those tinsel habiliments which have been artfully thrown around it for the purpose of concealing its real deformity.
The claims the amendment goes to reject, are derived by a pretended law of the state of Georgia; said to have been passed in the month of January 1795. He would contend this law was absolutely void, ab initio , not only because the legislature had no power to make such a law, but from the circumstances under which it was made. That the grantees under this law could have no title to the land either legal or equitable, and that there has been no circumstances attending the subsequent sales, that places the sub-purchasers under superior equitable advantages. It will be particularly necessary, Mr. Speaker, to be attentive to dates; that of the law under which the claims are made, and generally known by the name of the cession law, has already been noticed. Let us now see how this law passed, it stands characterised by circumstances unparalleled in the annals of pollution, of which we have the most conclusive evidence before us; the whole state
of Georgia has borne testimony to the fact - and it is now deposited in the archives of the government, that a majority of the Assembly which passed the law were corrupted and bribed; some had money given them, others shares in the land they were effecting to sell.
This is so universally admitted, and tested, that the most enthusiastic friends of the present claimants cheerfully allow the original grantees have no titles, and he believed there was not one now before congress with his claim. But it is contended the sub-purchasers had no notice of the fraud in the original contract, but are bona fide purchasers for a good and valuable consideration actually paid. This he never could agree to; the evidence before him was the contrary, and he would here take a review of at least a part of that evidence, a great portion of which no doubt has been destroyed by the lapse of nine years, but a sufficiency remains when brought together, irresistibly to carry conviction to the mind of the most sceptical; the law itself is almost enough for this purpose. The simple object was to sell to four companies the vacant western land, but to delude the people and lull enquiry, it is called "an act supplementary to an act entitled an act for appropriating a part of the unlocated territory of this state, and for the payment of the state troops, and for other purposes, and the protection, and support of the frontier," and the same fascination is kept up thro' the enacting clauses, and is the longest, act in the statute book; it goes into a lengthy examination of the state title, of extinguishing the Indian title, and appropriating the money, directing it to be paid out in bank stock. - Where Mr. Speaker, will you find such a law as this. If the object of the legislature had been correct, would there have been a necessity for clothing the law in such delusive colors; no, Sir, fraud and infamy were to be concealed and the covering must be thick. They were however disappointed in their aim, for honesty and integrity had yet their residence in the state, and as soon as it was known, the whole country was feelingly alive to the abuse, and a general effervescence pervaded the public mind; this was manifested in the only possible way that remained. The assembly had adjourned, not to meet again in a twelve month; presentments of the grand juries in almost all counties of the state, were made in terms of bitter disapprobation of the law; it was also denounced in the public prints from one end of the continent to the other. In the month of May 1795, a convention was held in the state, the grand jury presentments, petitions and remonstrances, from all parts of the country were sent up; these were by the convention remitted to the next legislature as the only competent authority to remedy so enormous an evil; in the month of February before, as has been so ably stated by my valuable friend and colleague, (Mr. Randolph,) had this subject been the substance of a communication of the President of the United States to congress, and a resolution & a bill passed the house of representatives on the subject. Shall I after this be told the sub-purchasers had no notice: impossible, no historical event so notorious, but the evidence does not stop here, the Georgia legislature again assembled in the month of November 1795, the subject of this nefarious and wicked speculation that covered the country with shame & disgrace, was taken up, and if a doubt before had remained of the corruption, it was then removed by a number of affidavits proving incontestably the fact, and on the thirteenth day of February 1796, a law was passed, not repealing the act of 1795, but with honest and laudable indignation, declaring it null and void, as being bottomed upon fraud and perjury, and unveils to the world the most flagitious conduct that ever disgraced a legislative assembly; it is there ascertained and declared that the land had been sold for three hundred thousand dollars less than what had been offered for it, and the quantity of land much greater than it had been represented; the lands contained in the grants to the four companies were estimated at twenty-one millions of acres, which at five hundred thousand dollars, the price given, is 2 1/2 cents per acre; the real quantity is about thirty-five millions of acres, this reduces the price of the garden of the world, to nearly 1 1/3 cents the acre; take notice Mr. Speaker that the law of 1796 does not pretend to repeal the act of 1795, but proclaims to every body that to be void which was in reality so before, and with an honest zeal, provides that the money which had been paid should be repaid to the purchasers. This annulling law was so precious to the people, it was a monument so honorable to the state, that when afterwards the citizens of that state arose in the majesty of their strength, resuming all those
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Virginia Argus Extra --- March 16.
JUST RECEIVED,
AN EXTENSIVE ASSORTMENT OF 7-8 and 4-4 IRISH LINENS, 5-4 Do. SHEETINGS, 3-4 and 8-4 DIAPERS and LONG LAWNs—Which the subscribers offer for sale at their usual low prices GILLIAT & KIRBY. February 25, 1805. 1m
TO RENT OR LEASE, FOR TEN OR TWELVE YEARS, A Lot of LAND, No. 81, in the town of Manchester. Enquire of Dr. B. Du-Val, or Wm. Richardson, Jr. February 22
To be sold for ready money, In pursuance of a deed of trust from David Ross, Esq. in order to raise the sum of four thousand nine hundred and forty two dollars and forty two cents, with interest thereon, to be computed after the rate of five per centum per annum, from the 19th day of this month, due from the said David Ross, to the trustees of James Dunlop, dec. the following
Lands, Lots & Tenements; Or such part of them as may be necessary to pay the said debt and interest, with the charges and expense of sale.
An estate or plantation, in the county Goochland, called COLES , containing by estimation fifteen hundred acres, be the same more or less, lying on the waters of Byrd creek, and purchased by the said David Ross of the representatives of James Cole, of William Cole and John Hughes, and adjoining the lands of Richard Adams and Samuel Richardson, according to its known boundaries as held by the said David Ross. Also, the following Lots in the town of Columbia, Fluvanna county, to wit: Lot No. 63, on which the warehouse is built. No. 75, on which is a store- house, now or late in the occupation of John Forbes. No. 74, now or late in the occupation of J. Strother. No. 76, now or late in the occupation of Mrs. Price.
The sale will take place at John Napier's tavern, in the town of Columbia, on Thursday the 28th day of next month; and the lands and tenements aforesaid, will be set up in that order which shall appear best to suit the purchasers and most beneficial to the parties concerned.
JOHN WICKHAM, } Trustees. BEN MOSBY, GEO. GREENHOW, } February 25, 1805 rds
To be sold for ready money in pursuance of a decree of the circuit court of the United States, between Frederick Bond , attorney for the creditors of Ezekiel Edwards , plaintiff, and David Ross and others, defendants, in order to raise the sum of dolls. 7000 40 cents, with the expense of sale,
A Number of Slaves, And so much of that Valuable Estate , in the county of Campbell known by the name of the OXFORD IRON-WORKS , as shall appear sufficient to raise the said sum of money and the said expenses, the said land being now in the occupation of the said David Ross, and the slaves aforesaid being on the land. The sale will take place at the Oxford Iron- Works, in the county of Campbell, on Thursday the 11th of April next. The slaves are represented to be very valuable. The land is so well known as to render a description unnecessary [ids]
Ben Mosby, D. M. for Jos. Scott, M. V. D. February 25, 1805.
WILL be sold, for cash, on 29th this month, at the dwelling house on the tract of land below mentioned—One certain tract or parcel of LAND , lying in the county of Goochland, containing 602 1/2 acres, and adjoining the land of John Haden, Meredith Anderson, &c. Conveyance of said land is to be found of record in the county court of Goochland, to which reference may be had; conveyed to the subscriber in trust, by Henry Wood, to secure the payment of a debt due Brown, Rives & Co. The subscriber not being interested, only as trustee, is only to be bound to convey title in him.
Martin Dawson. Milton, 1st March, 1806 3w
WILL be sold, for cash, on 28th day this month, at the dwelling house of Richard Davenport, SIX NEGROES , names viz. Anthony a boy, Peter a boy, a woman by the name of Isabel, and her three children, Eliza, Ju- lian and Hannah. Also, four head of Horses, conveyed to the subscriber in trust by said Richard Davenport, to secure the payment of a debt due Brown, Rives & Co per deed of record in the county court of Albemarle.
Martin Dawson. Milton, 1st March, 1805. 3w
FIVE DOLLARS REWARD. BROKE away last evening, a large stout made blood bay HORSE , upwards of five feet high, 7 years old last spring, was shod all round about two months ago, but some of the shoes may now be off; he has a large head and small eyes, trots and gallops; if he has any other marks by which he might be distinguished, they are not recollected. He had on a saddle a good deal worn, with a hogshead seat and plated stirrups. The above reward will be paid on delivery the horse and saddle to the subscribers.
Pickett, Pollard & Johnston. Richmond, March 5, 1805.
Bail and Delivery Bonds For sale at this office.
The subscriber wishes to sell for cash, or on credit till the first day of January next, the
Two Brick Tenements, Adjoining the house of Mr. Benjamin Mosby. JOHN PENDLETON. City of Richmond, Nov. 10th, 1804. 2w
FIVE DOLLARS REWARD.
RUN away from the subscriber on Friday the 22nd of last month, a negro man named JESS, about 28 or 29 years old, of a very yellow complexion, and has a very bushy head of hair; he is about 5 feet 7 or 8 inches high and very well made. He has a wife at Wm. Powell's of Cumberland county, and is very well known in that neighbourhood and in the neighbourhood of New Canton (formerly the property of Walter Irvine of New Canton); I expect he will attempt to pass as a freeman and try to get out of this state by water. I do therefore forewarn all masters of vessels, and all other persons from har- boring or carrying out of this state the said slave at their peril. Any person delivering him to me in Buckingham county near the new store, or se- curing him so that I get him again, shall receive the above reward exclusive of what the law al- lows. DRURY CHILDERS. March 4th, 1805. 3w
STORAGE.
THE subscriber is in possession of a large and convenient warehouse at Rocketts, and tend- ders his services to the public, in that line—He will attend to the receiving and delivering any goods that his friends may think proper to place in his care. WM. GOODWIN.
FOR SALE, IN STORE, 800 Bushels STOVE SALT. New York PORTER. New Ark CYDER. Newtown PIPPINS. } By the Barrel. (3w) W. G.
TWENTY DOLLARS REWARD.
RUN away from the subscriber in Bucking- ham county, on Tuesday the 19th February, a negro man named LYMAS , well known in the town of Manchester, aged about 38 or 39, much pitted with the small pox, with a scar on one of his cheeks, rather of a yellowish complexion; he has relations near Todd's bridge in King & Queen county; it is likely he will endeavor to get on board some vessel and make his escape or else make his way to Todd's bridge. His clothing when he went away was a negro cot- ton coat and overalls. All masters of vessels are hereby forewarned carrying him off at their peril. The above reward will be paid for his de- livery to me, or ten dollars to confine him in jail and give me information thereof. JOHN HENDRICK. March 4th, 1805. 3w
Notice.
MUTUAL INSURANCE OFFICE, Richmond, March 4th, 1805 THE members of the Mutual Insurance Com- pany against Fire on Goods and Furniture in the State of Virginia, are particularly request- ed to meet at the said office, either in person or by proxy, on Monday the 8th day of next month, (April) on business of the utmost importance to the company.
On referring to the 21st article of the Constitu- tion of the said Company, it will be found that no member is at present insured, or can be until a meeting shall be convened and certain rules & regulations complied with, which, with other matters of much consequence, renders it neces- sary that there should be a strict compliance with the above requisition. BENJ. DU-VAL, President. 3w
AT a meeting of the Commissioners of the LOTTERY, for the benefit of Wil- LIAM & MARY COLLEGE—March 2d, 1805.
RESOLVED , 1. That all persons who have Tickets to dispose of, except those who reside in Richmond, Norfolk, Peters- burg and Fredericksburg, be requested to for- ward to Robert Greenhow, Esq. of Williams- burg, the Tickets which they have on hand, with the money and bonds received for Tickets sold by them; and that those who reside in the above mentioned towns, be requested to forward only the money and bonds they have received.
2. That in future, Tickets shall not be sold on credit.
3. That public notice be given of the accidental loss of 12 Tickets, placed in the hands of a gen- tleman to dispose of, viz. from No 5341 to 5352, both included; that all persons be caution- ed against purchasing either of those Tickets, and informed, that a reward will be given for the restoration of them to either of the commissi- oners.
4. That the foregoing resolutions be published three times, in the Argus, Norfolk Herald, and Petersburg Intelligencer.
Signed, J. MADISON, Chairman of the Commissioners.
TO BE RENTED, For one or more years, and possession given the 15th of April next—a convenient
Store & Dwelling-house,
With three rooms below, and two above, with a fire place in two of the lower rooms, with a good dry cellar under them; a kitchen, smoke- house, garden, and two acres of land adjoining enclosed, part of which is well set with red clo- ver. This tenement has been occupied for some years past by Messrs. Alban Gilpin & Co.; it is situated in a healthy and agreeable neighbour- hood, is a fine stand for a country store, about 25 miles from Richmond, and not more than half a mile from the river, and in the midst of a fine wheat country.—For terms apply to the subscri- ber. SAM. PLEASANTS. Powhatan co. 4th Mar. 1805. tf
BANK OF VIRGINIA.
THE Shareholders are hereby notified, that the fourth instalment will become due on Friday the 6th of April, and will be received at the Bank, and at the Offices of Discount and Deposit at Norfolk, Petersburg and Fredericksburg. Cer- tificates of Stock will after that day be issued on application at the Bank. March 6, 1805.
Advertisement.
WILL be sold, to the highest bidder, on Wed- nesday the 10th day of April next, in the town of Carterville, before John Jordan's tavern door, all the HOUSEHOLD & KITCHEN FURNITURE belonging to the estate of Jesse Jordan, dec.—A credit until the 25th day of De- cember next will be allowed the purchasers for all sums over ten dollars, giving bond and approved security, to bear interest from the day of sale if not punctually paid. It is expected that all those who have any claims against the estate will make them known by the day of sale; and those indebted to the said estate must biame themselves if funds are brought against them, as long indulgence has al- ready been given. LUND HOPKINS, Adm'r. 11th March, 1805. 3t*
To Undertakers.
THE subscriber purposing to erect some Brick Buildings on the Market Square in the course of the present year, invites proposals from under- takers until the middle of April next; the plan of said buildings and the mode of payment will be made known on application. JOHN SEABROOK. 11th March, 1805. tma
BY virtue of a deed of trust, executed to the subscriber by Richard L. Lacy, deceased, which deed is recorded in New-Kent office; to se- cure a sum of money due to Lyddall Apperson of New-Kent county, will be exposed to sale, to the highest bidder, for cash, on the premises, on Sa- turday the thirteenth day of next month.
The Tract of Land.
Which belonged to the said Richard L. Lacy at the time of his death, on which Edmund B. Lacy at present resides. This land is situated about 5 or 6 miles below Providence Forge, and within one mile of Chickahominy river, on an eminent hill, where you have an extensive view of the ri- ver—the tract contains by estimation one hundred and ninety six acres, the land to be received by the purchaser be the quantity more or less; there are a tolerable dwelling house and out houses on the land. The sale will commence at 12 o'clock. John H. Christian, Trustee. March 9th, 1805. 1m
Upper Appomattox Company.
IN pursuance of an order of the Trustees, at their last meeting, the 14th Sept. 1804—Will be SOLD, at Powell's Tavern, in Petersburg, the 15th day of April next, ALL SHARES of the first subscription, on which a balance may be due at that time, without discrimination. T. PRIDE, Ck. & Receiver. 9th March, 1805. rds
BY virtue of a deed of trust execu- ted to the subscribers, by Joseph Akin, of the county of Chesterfield, for the purpose of se- curing a debt due to capt. Daniel Woolridge, for the sum of one hundred and three pounds six shillings and eight pence, with interest there- on from the first day of June, one thousand eight hundred and four, and the expenses attending the execution of this trust; Will be Sold, to the highest bidder, for ready money, at Mr. Nelson Flourney's Tavern, on Saturday the thirtieth of this instant, TWO NEGRO MEN, viz. Tom and Moses, mentioned in the said deed of trust. R. HASKINS, } Trustees. JAMES AKIN, } March 11th, 1805. 3t*
NOTICE.
BY mutual consent, the Partner- ship of William Fuson & Co. of Patrick county is this day dissolved. All persons in- debted to the said company are earnestly desired to come forward immediately and make payment to the said Fuson—all persons having any de- mands against the said Company, are desired to call on said Fuson for payment, as the said William Fuson only is authorised to settle the accounts of the said Company. W. FUSON. HALEY COLE. March 6th, 1805. 3t*
TAKEN up by Richard Gordon, Esq. in the upper end of Cumberland coun- ty, two COWS and CALVES of the following description, to wit: One a small red cow with part of her hind legs white, with some white un- der her belly, and a small part of her face white, marked with a crop and underkeel in the right ear, and a crop and a swallow fork in the left ear, four years old, appraised to nine dollars.—The other a brown white and pied cow, some white in her forehead, marked with a crop and under- keel in the right, and a swallow fork in the left ear, four years old, appraised to ten dollars. November 24th, 1804. 3w*
John Michaux. M. Woodson, clk.
THE SIXTH AND LAST VOLUME OF WARNER & HANNA'S
Select Plays
Is just received at this office—where a few com- plete sets of the work in elegant binding are for sale.
The Beautiful Imported Horse
HAMBLETON, BRED by the Duke of Grafton, a fine bright bay near sixteen hands high, of high form and elegance, the property of Wil- iam Lightfoot, esq. of Charles City county, will stand the ensuing season at my stable in the Fork of Hanover, ten miles above the courthouse, and one mile below Mr. Edmund Taylor's tavern, to be let to mares at six guineas the season, for which a note will be required to be sent with the mares payable the first of October ensuing, but the six guineas may be discharged by the payment of twenty dollars to the subscriber, and one to the groom in every instance, by the first of Septem- ber. Three guineas call the leap. The season to commence the first of March and end the tenth of August. Good and extensive pasturage well inclosed gratis, and every attention paid, but no liability for accidents or escapes. Ser- vants sent with the mares to be dieted with- out charge to their owners. Gentlemen wish- ing to have their mares fed, by sending the mo- ney will be accommodated with grain at the market price. JOHN THORNTON, Sen. February 18th, 1805.
PEDIGREE.
HAMBLETON was got by Dungannon (one of the best sons of O'Kelly's famous Eclipse, who was esteemed to be the best horse in England of his day, and covered at fifty guineas,) his dam by Snap, sifter to Jupiter, bred by Mr. Cross, 1773. Her dam (young Marke's dam) by Blank. Stirling, Miss Magnet, by Partner, Greyhound, Curwen, Bay Bard, Lord D'Arcy's Arabian, Whitehirt, old Monague mare. Thus it ap- pears he descended from the best running stock in England.
PERFORMANCES.
This horse ranks very high as a racer, for speed and bottom, as he proved successful in twenty races before he left the turf, four of which he walked over; none venturing to start against him. In 1794, at Hambleton, York- shire, on Wednesday May 14th, he won a sweepstakes of ten guineas each, for 3 year olds; six subscribers two miles, beating Mr. Bethel's b f by Magnum Bonum, Pierce's b f by Young Marske, Turner's Confederacy, and Craddock's ch c Leicester. At York he won 50l. for three year olds, beating Lowther's b c Griffin, Crompt- on's ch c Ambush, Sheppard's Madcap, Clif- ton's b c Cedar, and Garforth's ch c even bet- ting on Ambush against the field. At Man- chester, in June, he won 50l. for three year olds, two mile heats, beating Foreigner and Loyalist. At Stockton, September 20th, he won a sweep- stakes of twenty guineas each, five subscribers, then Sir H. Williamson's property, formerly Mr. Hutchinson's, beating Field's Highlander, out of Wren, and Turner's Deline—In 1795, Hambleton won five times, to wit—a handicap plate of 50l. two mile heats, at four years old, beating Insect, Blackleggs, and Watkins' b c five years old. At Edinburgh, July 30th, he won his majesty's plate of 100 guineas, four years old, four mile heats, beating Psyche—and on the 23rd walked over the ground for 50l. all ages —and on the 24th 50 guineas for all ages, four mile heats, beating Gregson's b h Archer, six years old, Mr. Peacock's ch g Farmer, and Mr. Wilson's Creeping Kate. At Dumfries in Oc- tober, he won 50l. beating Lord Darlington's b m Constant.—In 1796, Hambleton won at Kel- so, 5th October, a purse of 50 guineas, beating Mr. Baller's Black Cock.—In 1797 he won eight times, to wit—at Middleham, in Yorkshire, a sweepstakes of ten guineas each, five subscribers, three mile heats, beating Merry Lad and Arthur. At Edinburgh on Wednesday the 26th, 50 guineas, for all ages, beating Eliza Fox and Betsey. On Friday the 28th the ladies subscription purse of 50 guineas, beating Fletcher's Jane. At Mon- trose in Scotland, August, he walked over the ground for a 50l. plate—and also walked over the ground for a subscription of 50l. At Kelso Oct. 16th, for a plate of 50 guineas, he walked over the ground—and also his majesty's 100 guineas given to the Caledonian Hunt, for a ny horse &c. carrying 12 stone four mile heats, then six years old, he won against Mr. Went- worth's Trimbush, Piermont's Trimmer, aged, and Kincaid's Hector, aged, and Saturday fol- lowing a purse of 50l. given by the Hunt, free for any horse, &c. beating Farewell and Roiker. At Carlisle he won 100 guineas of Mr. Sitwell, beating his b f by Meteor.—In 1798, he won at Edinburgh, August, 50l. for all ages, beating Maxwell's Arab, and Mr. Maule's Hippopotamus. At Montrose he won a plate of 50 guineas, for all ages, beating Pitforth and Contra- dor. See the racing Calendars for the fore- going years. W81*
William Lightfoot. Amelia county, 28th Feb. 1805.
COMMITTED to the jail of this coun- ty on the 12th of this month, a negro woman, appears to be 30 years of age, spare made, says her name is SUKEY, and that she belongs to one Woodfork of North-Carolina, purchased by Woodfork of a Mr. Fulcher in Richmond. The owner is requested to come forward, pay char- ges and take her away, or else she will be dealt with according to law. W2m
Wm. T. Eggleston, jailor.
TAKEN up by the subscriber on the plantation of his residence, a stray COW, about seven or eight years old, middle sized, crumpled horns, marked in the right ear with a crop and slit, in the left ear with a crop and underkeel; her colour is a brindle, but her head is something darker than her body; she has some white under her belly near the flanks. Appraised to 12 dollars. William Pollard. Hanover, Feb. 28, 1805. W3c
William Pollard. Hanover, Feb. 28, 1805. W3c

BROKER'S OFFICE.
THE SUBSCRIBER HAS Opened a Broker's Office, Opposite the Union Tavern, and over the Counting-house of Thomas and Amos Ladd. All business confided to him will be transacted with strict fidelity.
THOM. NORVELL. Richmond, October 3, 1804.
NOTICE.
ALL persons indebted to the late firms of Buchanan, Dunlop & Co. Of Petersburg; Robert Pollok & Co. Of Richmond; and Dunlop, Pollok & Co. Of Manchester.
As hereby noticed that James Dunlop, late a partner in the above concerns, has become purchaser of the outstanding debts; they will therefore be pleased to make payment to Mr. John Tompkins residing in Richmond, or the subscriber, residing in Petersburg; who alone are authorized to make collections and grant discharges. Suits will be indiscriminately commenced against all who do not make payment before the first of February next.
JOHN DUNLOP, Attorney for James Dunlop. Petersburg, Nov. 15, 1804.
Notice.
THE subscribers having put an end to their retail business, request the debtors to this firm to come forward, without loss of time, to have their accounts adjusted, and to pay what may be due; as great indulgence has been already given, further cannot, reasonably be expected — George M'Credie will attend at this place, for the purposes of settling the accounts, and receiving payment. Those who do not pay, or give satisfactory assurance of paying soon, must blame themselves if suits are instituted against them.
LYLE & M'CREDIE. Manchester, Feb. 4th, 1805.
Private Entertainment.
THE subscriber has taken a lease of five years, for the well known and commodious house in the city of Richmond, long occupied by Mr. Richard Crouch, which is situate on the street leading from the main street by the Governor's, and is near the vendue store of Prosser and Moncure.
He is provided with an excellent stable, which shall be constantly supplied with forage of the best quality, where he will receive Horses at Livery, and the utmost attention shall be paid to those horses which may be committed to his care. The long experience which the subscriber has had in this kind of business, and the general satisfaction which he has given to those who have favored him with their custom at Manchester and other places, authorises him to hope, that he will not only continue to receive the patronage of his former friends, but likewise the countenance and favor of the public at large.
He also proposes to take in about 20 BOARDERS, on reasonable terms, and begs leave to assure those who may favor him with their patronage, that every attention and exertion shall be used to give entire satisfaction. And the subscriber also offers his services to sell horses on commission — In all cases where he may be employed to do so, he will charge the owner no more than the actual cost for the support of such horses.
PETER MOSELEY.
Advertisement.
To be SOLD to the highest bidder, on a credit of twelve months, FIVE TRACTS OF LAND, belonging to the estate of Thomas Anderson, dec. viz: — One in Campbell county, of 400 acres, lying on both sides of the main road, on the branches of Beaver creek; this tract to be sold at next April Campbell court, being the 8th day of the month. One in Botetourt county of 160 acres, lying on Canawba creek; this tract to be sold at next April Botetourt court, being the 11th day of the month; these two sales to be attended by Mr. Anthony Dibrell, who is hereby fully authorised to act for the executors of the said Thomas Anderson.
One of 400 acres, one of 147 acres, and one of 50 acres, lying in Buckingham county, the two former on the waters of Rock Island creek and the latter one on Living's ferry road. These three last tracts to be sold at next May Buckingham court, being the 13th day of the month. Bond with approved security will be required, to bear interest from the date, but if punctually paid the interest shall be remitted.
NATH'L ANDERSON, Ex'rs. of Thos. Anderson, dec. Albemarle county, Feb 18th 1805.
Notice,
THAT Mr. Anthony Dibrell of Buckingham county, is hereby fully authorised to make sale of one TRACT OF LAND, in Patrick containing 3000 acres, lying on Dan river — three ditto in Grayson county, lying on the waters of Little Red Island creek, — two of a thousand acres each & one of 500 acres, the said Dibrell will attend at next April Grayson court for the sale of the said lands for and on behalf of NATH'L ANDERSON. Albemarle county, Feb. 18th 1805.
BY virtue of a deed of trust executed from Charles M. Gilliam, to the subscriber, bearing date the eighth day of February, 1804, to secure a debt due to J. & E. Cunningham, will be SOLD, to the highest bidder, at Public Auction, for cash, at John Jordan's Tavern, in Cartersville, on Saturday the thirtieth day of March next — the following
Negro Slaves, to wit:
A boy named Isham, about 14 years of age; a woman named Fanny, and her two children, named Will and Sall.
ARCH'D. TAYLOR. Cartersville, Feb. 14, 1805.
CASH will be given for Twelve or Fifteen BOYS, From 7 to 15 years old, — Enquire of the Painter.
BY virtue of a deed of trust executed to the subscribers by Mr. John Turner, the 13th July, 1804, to secure the sum of one hundred and sixty-seven pounds five shillings, due Mr. Wilshire M. Lewis, ex'rs. of Francis Lewis, will be SOLD, for cash, on the premises, on Wednesday the 27th March next, two
Improved Tenements
In this city, nearly opposite the court-house — Also, one other TENEMENT, in said deed, opposite Rocketts warehouse, or so much thereof as will be sufficient to pay the aforesaid sum of one hundred and sixty-seven pounds five shillings, with interest thereon from the 21st day of Feb. last, together with the expense attending the execution of said trust.
Richard Adams, } Trustees. John Prosser, } Richmond, Feb 25, 1805.
MAP OF VIRGINIA.
PROPOSALS, FOR PUBLISHING BY SUBSCRIPTION, A MAP OF VIRGINIA, FORMED FROM ACTUAL SURVEYS, AND THE LATEST AS WELL AS MOST ACCU- RATE OBSERVATIONS.
BY JAMES MADISON, D. D. PRESIDENT OF WILLIAM & MARY COLLEGE.
To which will be added, A MAP of the greater part of the state of Ohio, from actual surveys, including the whole of the Virginia military tract; — with all that part of the state west of the Ohio river to the Indiana boundary line.
The north-east corner of the Map will be ornamented with an interesting View of the City of Richmond.
The size of the MAP will be five feet six inches in length, and three feet eight inches in breadth. An ingenious and skilful engraver is engaged to execute the work, in a style not inferior to any similar work in the United States.
CONDITIONS.
The price to subscribers will be eight dollars, neatly mounted, colored and glazed. — One dollar, (to lighten the great expense of publication,) to be paid on subscribing. To non subscribers, the price will be ten dollars. [COPY RIGHT SECURED]
In offering the above work to the public, the proprietors are sensible that excellence is not often attainable; but with candor and truth, equally remove from arrogance and partiality, they can say, that they conscientiously believe it has a just claim to the confidence and patronage of the people.
A Map of Virginia has been long and anxiously looked for: None has been published, on the plan of the one now offered, for many years.
The labor, expense, and apparent difficulties, in accomplishing so interesting a work, have deterred several from the arduous undertaking. The proprietors, finding that most of the other states had recently given encouragement to similar productions, and entertaining a high sense of the real dignity and importance of Virginia, embarked in the business, from a well-grounded belief that the magnitude and utility of the work, would insure, if accomplished, a remuneration. And while Virginia is powerfully stimulated with the love of science and virtue, they hope and believe she will view domestic productions, which prove pre-eminently useful, with a generous pride.
Those gentlemen who take subscription papers, are requested to return them to the subscriber, in Petersburg, by the first day of May. The maps will be ready for subscribers in the course of the ensuing summer.
WILLIAM PRENTIS. (15A)
Petersburg, February, 1805. * Subscriptions received by S. Pleasants, jun. and others with whom subscription papers are lodged.
ADVERTISEMENT.
STOLEN from the subscriber who lives in Halifax county, about three miles below Meadesville in the night of the 18th of this instant, a SORREL MARE, four feet eight or nine inches high, six years old this spring, has been docked pretty short, her usual gait is a short brisk trot, has a small lump on her back occasioned by the hack band, she has a full forehead with two or three brakes in it, her sides are shaved pretty much with gear, no brand perceivable. Any person that will deliver the said mare to me or to Isaac Eastley living in Halifax county, shall receive Twenty Dollars reward, and ten more for apprehending the rogue.
John Hill. 6t
February 25th, 1805. FOUND, on Saturday the 2d inst. a Red Morocco POCKET BOOK, which the owner may get by applying to the subscriber and paying for this advertisement.
James Bootwright. Richmond, March 4th, 1805.
RUN away from the subscriber about the 13th January last, a negro man named ADAM, about 23 years of age, of a dark complexion, about 6 feet high, has a small scar on his forehead; had on when he went away an oznaburgs shirt, short coat and pantalettes of blue jeans, and common felt hat; he had sundry other clothing, which it is supposed he carried with him, as they have not been seen since he escaped. He was purchased of Mr. Gabriel Tutt near Culpeper courthouse, by Mr. John Mullins, about 18 months past, of whom the subscriber purchased immediately afterwards: the said fellow has a wife at Dr. Claggett's, who resides at Culpeper courthouse; it is probable he may be harboured by his wife at this place. Whoever will deliver the said fellow to the subscriber living in Albemarle county near Charlottesville, shall receive a reward of Thirty Dollars, or if secured in any jail so that I get him again Twenty Dollars. JOHN CLARKSON. 23d Feb. 1805.
THE IMPORTED HORSE, PRECIPITATE, WILL stand at my house to be let to mares the next season. THOMAS GOODE. Chesterfield county, Appomattox river, Nov 27, 1804.
FOR RENT,
The large white House,
At Rocketts, formerly occupied by Mr. William Fenwick, and afterwards by Mr. Braxton Craddock. For terms apply to tf Gallego, Richard & Co.
FOR SALE,
ON a credit of 18 months, at the Eagle Tavern, on the 25th of March ensuing, A certain Tract or Parcel of Land, Lying in Patrick county, on Mayo river, containing 550 acres more or less; being that tract lately owned by John Spencer, and sold by virtue of a deed of trust, for the benefit of Dunlop, Pollok, & Co. Col. George Penn of Patrick, will show the land to any person disposed to purchase. An undisputed title with general warranty, will be made the purchaser, on payment of the money — Undoubted security will be required. PROSSER & MONCURE, V. M. Richmond, Feb 12th 1805.
A TAN-YARD,
TO LET,
ON a lease of 5 years, that very valuable TAN YARD, situate on the main street of this city, between the Capitol and the Basin of the Canal, in an eligible and well accustomed stand for the Tanning and Currying business, having been long occupied by the late Mr. Jacob Bockius, and possessing conveniences superior to any in this city, viz: —
A large Currying Shop, Cellar and Drying Loft, adjoining the main street: a spacious Bark House on a street that leads from the main street to the basin of the canal; two Bark Mills and Houses; a large Beam House and Pools, Limes, Beats, Handlers and Vats, sufficient for the tanning of from 2500 to 3000 hides a year, exclusive of skins — Also, on same tenement, a convenient dwelling house, smoke house, stable, carriage house and garden, all in good repair — The lessee may be accommodated with about sixty cords of excellent Red and Black Oak Bark now in the bark house, at a fair price.
Proposals for the above will be received by either of the subscribers in all this month, and if not leased within the same, will be let at Public Auction at the Vendue Office of Messrs. Prosser & Moncure, on the 15th of March next, to the highest bidder. Bond and approved security will be required (of the lessee) and possession given on or before the first day of April next, of the bark house, bark mills, beam house, limes, pools, beats, handlers, and a part of the vats; and of the dwelling house and residue of the tenement, on the first day of June.
BENJAMIN TATE, } Executors. JOHN PROSSER, } Richmond, February 9th, 1805.
The subscriber has again to request the favor of those having claims against the estate of the late Jacob Bockius, to bring them forward immediately for payment; and those indebted to said estate will please make payment immediately, or suits will be instituted.
JOHN PROSSER, Ex'r. Of Jacob Bockius, dec. Richmond. Feb. 9th. 1805.
FOR SALE,
TWO LOTS,
HANDSOMELY situated in the town of New Canton, on James river; on both are new and well built dwelling houses and offices; on one an excellent garden well enclosed, and the other containing one acre, with a good post and rail fence — For further particulars enquire of Messrs. William Anderson and James Rea of said place, who are legally authorised to sell and convey the same.
ROBERT HILL. New York, 1st Feb. 1805.
WILL BE SOLD.
At Public Auction, on Saturday the 20th day of April next, at the Rawleigh tavern, in the city of Williamsburg, that valuable plantation, called
YARMOUTH,
Lying in James City county, on Chickahominy river, ten miles from Williamsburg. The improvements are, a two story brick house with two rooms and a passage above and below, porticos on each side, a large and capacious barn, and 3 other out houses. The whole tract including an island in view of the house, high and low land, with marshes, contains about 2700 acres, scarcely one third of which is cleared. Two thirds of the island is arable, which, with the land adjoining the houses, is of superior quality. Adjacent to the island are two bold and navigable creeks with a convenient landing to each. The range for cattle is very extensive and the marshes and meadows will supply an abundance of hay. Fish and fowl, in their respective seasons, may with ease be obtained at your door. The orchards, consisting of the greatest variety of all kinds of fruit selected with care, are now in their prime.
The terms of sale are one third cash, the balance in one, two and three equal annual payments.
PEYTON RANDOLPH, Jr. For ELIZ: INNIS. Nov 18th, 1804.
A HOUSE, to Rent,
AT THE FALLING GARDEN. Enquire on the premises, of JAMES LOWNES. 2d mo. 23d, 1805.
THE SECOND VOLUME OF Pinkerton's Geography, AND THE ATLAS, (Which completes the work,) are now ready for delivery at S. Pleasants' Book-store.
A few copies for sale — Price 15 dollars.
Lands, Lots, and Canal Shares FOR SALE.
ON Monday, the twenty-fifth day of March next, will be exposed to public sale, at the Eagle tavern, in the city of Richmond, in order to close the mercantile concern of Buchanan, Dunlop & Company, the following tracts of Land, &c viz. A certain tract of Land, situated in the county of Campbell, on the branches of Cub creek and Falling river, containing 2,500 acres, bounded by the lands of Hughes and M. Reynolds. Also, another tract of Land in the same county, on the waters of Beaver and Possum creeks, containing 450 acres, by a late and accurate survey, and including part of what is called Cooper's mountain. Also, Another tract of Land in the said county, on the branches of Possum, Rock-castle and Flat creeks, containing 850 acres, and bounded by Stevenson's, Chandler's and Martin's lands. Also, Another tract of Land in said county, containing 870 acres, on the head branches of the south fork of Falling river, and upon the south east side of Long mountain, and bounded by Onsbys, Forbes's and Smith's lands. Also, Another tract of Land in said county, containing 90 acres, on the head branches of the south fork of Falling river, on both sides of the main road, and bounded by the Long mountain and Richard Smith's land. Also, Another tract of Land, situated on the western branches of Buffalo creek, in the county of Campbell, containing 350 acres, and commonly known by the name of Turner's place; deed in the hands of John Dabney. Also, A tract of Land, situated in Parson county, North Carolina, containing 99 1/2 acres, sold under an execution against Duncan Rose, Jr. and purchased at the marshal's sale at Raleigh, North Carolina, as per deed to John Tompkins, made by the marshal, recorded in Parson county court; deed remains in the office. Also, A tract of Land in Patrick county, Virginia, on the head waters of South Mayo river, containing 1020 acres, more or less, as per deed from John Hughes, to Buchanan, Dunlop & Co. recorded in the county court of Patrick, at February court, 1800. A considerable part of this tract is rich low grounds. Also, Lots No 4 and 5 each half acres, situated on the main street in the town of New London, on which are a store and dwelling house. Also, Lots No 45 and 46 in said town, containing 5 acres, adjoining the above half acre lots, whereon a barn and other out houses now stand. Also, Lot No. 41, situated in said town, containing 11 acres, and No 42 and 43, containing each 8 acres. Also, A tract of Land adjoining the above lots, containing 200 acres, which land Thomas Reid purchased of Pamela Crump, as will appear by the deed of indenture, recorded in the circuit court of New London; deed of the lots and last mentioned tract of land in the hands of John Dabney.
AT THE SAME TIME & PLACE WILL BE SOLD, 5 Shares in the Upper Appomattox Canal Company.
A further description of the lands and lots is deemed unnecessary, as those inclined to purchase will of course view them. Mr. Thomas Read will show the lands in Campbell county and the lots in New London — Mr. Duncan Rose, Jr. the lands in Parson county, and Mr. Samuel Staples that in Patrick county, and the deeds may be seen on application to Messrs. Prosser and Moncure of Richmond. On the lands and lots a credit of 18 months will be given, and on the Canal Shares a credit of 12 months, the purchaser giving bond with approved security to carry interest from the date, if not pointedly paid.
At the same time and place, & upon the same terms, will be sold, another tract of Land, in Campbell county, containing 400 acres.
David Buchanan, By Robert Pollok, his Attorney, John Dunlop, Attorney for James Dunlop Robert Pollok.
Valuable Property for sale.
WILL be SOLD, to the highest bidder, on the premises, on the third day of April next, at 12 o'clock, an undivided moiety in the two LOTS OF GROUND, formerly the property of Andrew Ronald, dec. fronting the basin of the James River Canal, near the centre of the city of Richmond, with an undivided moiety of all the valuable buildings thereon, consisting of a large three story brick building, eighty feet in length, with four separate tenements, twenty feet wide and forty-five feet in length, with fire places on the first and second floors, roomy parlors in each, with large wheels fixed for hoisting and lowering packages, &c. with dispatch and ease, good dry cellars with fire places in each; this house has been lately built and in good repair; adjoining is a well finished two story framed dwelling house, thirty-eight feet square, with two good cellars, with fire places in each for cooking — in this house on the first and second floors are eight rooms and six fire places — also, a small two story Brick House with four rooms, with fire places in each, convenient for a store or small family — Likewise, a small Wooden Building with a cellar built for a kitchen, and may be used as a shop — Also, two Stables and a Carriage House. The buildings except the kitchen, stables and carriage house are insured in the mutual insurance company against fire in the state of Virginia, and the premiums paid; the lots front the basin on one side, and are bounded by Cary's street and the cross street leading to shoe-koe warehouse on two other sides of them, and are as convenient for commercial or other business as any in the city. The terms of sale will be seventeen thousand dollars in ready money, the residue payable the fifth day of August next, for which residue bond with approved security will be required. It is deemed unnecessary to state the great value of the above property to those who reside in this city, but for the information of strangers, the subscriber begs leave to state, that the aforesaid property is immediately opposite the lower part of the basin of the James river canal, where all the produce of the upper country is landed, and to any person desirous of carrying on the commission business extensively, perhaps is superior to any other place in this city.
William Austin. Richmond, 4th February, 1805.
Foolscap & Letter Paper
For sale at this office.