Virginia Argus (Richmond, Va.), 1806-01-28 00:00:00

VIRGINIA ARGUS.
[XVIIIth YEAR.]
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PART 1st OF 2nd VOL. OF THE REVISED CODE; CONTAINING A COLLECTION OF ALL SUCH ACTS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF VIRGINIA,
Of a Public and Permanent nature, as have been passed since the year 1801; together with those of the same nature, which were omitted in the last edition of that work, from 1793 to 1801, inclusive; with NOTES OF REFERENCE To former and subsequent Statutes. To which will be added, AN APPENDIX AND COPIOUS INDEX.
THE SUBSCRIBER WISHES TO SELL, TWO
Waggons & Teams, One of six horses, waggons, gears and the necessary appendages; the other six mules, waggons, gears, &c. Both have been used in hauling coal, and judging by the quantity hauled last year, are capable of doing as much as any others so employed. On receiving a part of the money, a credit will be allowed for the balance. A purchaser can be accommodated with an extra mule, or horse to each team; and may have it in his power to employ both drivers at a moderate hire, for a part, or for the residue of the year, as may be agreed on. I would also sell a MARE, and a valuable MULE, both well suited to the purposes of a plantation; the mule is perhaps as large as any in the state. JAMES BRANDER. Manchester, 20th Jan. 1806. 2w
Sales at Auction.
WILL be Sold, at Public Auction, on Tuesday the 28th inst. at the late dwelling house of Andrew M'Kim, deceased, all his Household & Kitchen Furniture, & one valuable Cow. Terms of sale—cash for all sums under ten dollars, for all over that sum nine months credit will be allowed, on giving bond and approved security. Robert M'Kim, } Adm'rs. Alex'r. M'Kim, } Richmond, Jan 17 a , 1806. N.B. The HOUSE of the deceased to be rented.
Cumberland county, January 13, 1806. WHEREAS I purchased of a certain John Hudson, of this county, a black horse, for the sum of thirty-two pounds, Virginia currency, and assigned to him a bond of John Brown's payable to me the 25th day of December, 1805, for the sum of twenty-four pounds five shillings, and gave him my own bond payable the said 25th day of December, for seven pounds fifteen shillings, amounting thirty-two pounds, the price of the said black horse, which said bond I purchased as a sound black horse, clear of any deception. But he being unsound and proves to be a chaser, in consequence of which I will not keep him; and therefore forewarn the above named John Brown from paying his said bond to the said John Hudson, or any other person—Also forewarn all persons from taking an assignment from the said John Hudson of either of the said bonds, as I will not allow it in payment to me. THOMAS MORE.
RUN AWAY!
A SLAVE, named Richmond, aged about 19 years, of a yellow complexion, about five feet three or four inches high, and a hatter by trade. He had on when he went away a small coloured broad cloth coat, a pair of blue checked Virginia cloth pantaloons and osnaburgs shirt. He ran away on the night of Saturday last, and it is presumed that he will be skulking about this city until an opportunity occurs of escaping out of the state by water. All masters of vessels are warned not to carry him off, as they will be called upon to answer it at their peril, and a reward of TEN DOLLARS will be given for his apprehension and confinement in jail, or for his delivery to William Nice. Richmond, Jan. 21, 1805. 4w
BY virtue of a deed of trust executed to the subscriber by John Harden, to secure to Brown, Rives & company the payment of a sum of money, as expressed therein, will be sold, on Saturday the first day of March next, on the premises, for ready money, a certain
Tract or parcel of Land, Situate, lying and being in the county of Amherst, containing by estimation three hundred acres, be the same more or less; it being the same tract of land that was devised by Groves Harden, to a certain Edward Harden, and by him sold to the said John Harden—and also the following
SLAVES, viz: Tumbler, Alley, Will and Peter, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to discharge the balance that may be found due from the said John Harden to the said Brown, Rives & company, and all charges attending the same. John Higginbotham, trustee. Warminster, 15th Jan. 1806. 4w
Slaves for Sale.
ON Monday the 10th February next, will be sold, at Hanover Town, five or six VALUABLE SLAVES, to the highest bidder, for ready money. January 20th, 1806.
The subscriber will sell his one fourth part
of a Survey of Land,
On the north-western side of the Ohio, lying on Cizer's creek, a military claim, in the name of Benjamin Spiller, and conveyed to the subscriber by his last will and testament—the whole of the survey is four thousand acres. Any person wishing to purchase will apply to the subscriber in Danville, Virginia. Hickman Spiller. 18th Jan 1806. 3w
The subscriber has for sale, on reasonable terms—several
Threshing Machines,
Of the best kind: they thresh out with ease from seventy to eighty bushels of grain in a day with two horses and five hands. Gentlemen who wish to purchase will please to send letters to Farmville in Prince Edward county, directed to Wm. S. Walton. 3w
** THE WHOLE OF THE SUBSCRIPTIONS TO THE LATE EDITION OF THE
Debates of the Convention,
Published by Messrs. Ritchie & Worsley and Augustine Davis, having been transferred by those gentlemen to Samuel Pleasants, Jun. subscribers will please to take notice, that the books will be delivered by him (only) in Richmond, and by such persons as he may appoint for the purpose in other places.
COBB'S CELEBRATED PATENT
METALLIC HONES,
Are for sale at this Office.
MESSAGE
From the President of the United States, respecting the application of HAMET CARAMALLI, Ex-Bashaw of Tripoli.
To the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States.
I LAY before Congress the application of Hamet Caramalli, elder brother of the reigning Bashaw of Tripoli, soliciting from the United States attention to his services and sufferings in the late war against that state: and in order to possess them of the ground on which that application stands the facts shall be stated according to the views and information of the executive.
During the war with Tripoli, it was suggested that Hamet Caramalli, elder brother of the reigning Bashaw, and driven by him from his throne, meditated the recovery of his inheritance, and that a concert in action with us was desirable to him. We considered that concerted operations by those who have a common enemy were entirely justifiable, and might produce effects favorable to both, without binding either to guarantee the objects of the other. But the distance of the scene, the difficulties of communication, and the uncertainty of our information, inducing the less confidence in the measure, it was committed to our agents as one which might be resorted to if it promised to promote our success.
Mr. Eaton, however, our late consul, on his return from the Mediterranean, possessing personal knowledge of the scene, and having confidence in the effect of a joint operation, we authorized commodore Barron, then proceeding with his squadron, to enter into an understanding with Hamet, if he should deem it useful: and as it was represented that he would need some aids of arms and ammunition, and even of money, he was authorized to furnish them to a moderate extent, according to the prospect of utility to be expected from it. In order to avail him of the advantages of Mr. Eaton's knowledge of circumstances, an occasional employment was provided for the latter as an agent for the navy in that sea. Our expectation was, that an intercourse should be kept up between the ex-bashaw and the commodore; that while the former moved on by land, our squadron should proceed with equal pace, so as to arrive at their destination together, and to attack the common enemy by land and sea at the same time. The instructions of June 6th, to commodore Barron, show that a co-operation only was intended, and by no means an union of our object with the fortune of the ex-bashaw; and the commodore's letters of March 22 and May 19, prove that he had the most correct idea of our intentions. His verbal instructions, indeed, to Mr. Eaton and captain Hull, if the expressions are accurately committed to writing by those gentlemen, do not limit the extent of his co-operation as rigorously as he probably intended; but it is certain from the ex-bashaw's letter of January 3, written when he was proceeding to join Mr. Eaton, and in which he says, "your operations should be carried on by sea, mine by land," that he left the position in which he was, with a proper idea of the nature of the co-operation. If Mr. Eaton's subsequent convention should appear to bring forward other objects, his letter of April 29 and May 1, views this convention but as provisional, the 2d article, as he expressly states, guarding it against any ill effect and his letter of June 30, confirms this
construction. In the event it was found, that, after placing the ex-bashaw in possession of Derne, one of the most important cities and provinces of the country, where he had resided himself as governor, he was totally unable to command any resources, or to bear any part in co-operation with us. This hope was then at an end; and we certainly had never contemplated, nor were we prepared to land an army of our own, or to raise, pay or subsist as a body of Arabs, to march from Derne to Tripoli, and to carry on a land war at such a distance from our resources. Our means and our authority were merely naval; & that such were the expectations of Hamet, his letter of June 29 is an unequivocal acknowledgment. While, therefore, an impression from the capture of Derne might still operate at Tripoli, and an attack on that place from our squadron was daily expected, col. Lear thought it the best moment to listen to overtures of peace then made by the bashaw. He did so, and while urging provisions for the U.S. he paid attention also to the interests of Hamet; but was able to effect nothing more than to engage the restitution of his family, and even the persevering in his demand suspended for some time the conclusion of the treaty. In operations at such a distance it becomes necessary to leave much to the discretion of the agents employed: but events may still turn up beyond the limits of that discretion. Unable in such a case to consult his government, a zealous citizen will act as he believes that would direct him were it apprized of the circumstances, and will take on himself the responsibility. In all these cases the purity and patriotism of the motives should shield the agent from blame and even secure a sanction where the error is not too injurious. Should it be thought by any that the verbal instructions said to have been given by commodore Barron to Mr. Eaton, amount to a stipulation that the U.S. should place Hamet Caramalli on the throne of Tripoli; a stipulation so entirely unauthorized, so far beyond our views and so onerous, could not be sanctioned by our government; or should Hamet Caramalli, contrary to the evidence of his letters of January 3 & June 29, be thought to have left the position which he now seems to regret, under a mistaken expectation that we were at all events to place him on his throne, on an appeal to the generosity of the nation, something equivalent to the replacing him in his former situation, might be worthy its consideration.
A nation by establishing a character of liberality and magnanimity, gains in the friendship and respect of others more than the worth of mere money. This appeal is now made by Hamet Caramalli to the U.S. The ground he has taken being different, not only from our views but from those expressed by himself, on former occasions, Mr. Eaton was desired to state whether any verbal communications passed from him to Hamet which had varied what we saw in writing. His answer of December 5th, is herewith transmitted, & has rendered it still more necessary, that in presenting to the legislature the application of Hamet, I should present them at the same time an exact statement of the views and proceedings of the executive, through this whole business, that they may clearly understand the ground on which we are placed. It is accompanied by all the papers which bear any relation to the principles of the co-operation, and which can inform their judgment in deciding on the application of Hamet Caramalli.
TH: JEFFERSON.
January 13, 1806.
Extract of a letter from the secretary of state to Mr. Cathcart, dated 22d August, 1802.
"According to information given by Mr. Eaton, he has prevailed on the brother of the bashaw of Tripoli to repair to Malta, with a view to be with our squadron before Tripoli, and to be made use of against the bashaw. At this distance, it is difficult to judge accurately of the project, or to give particular instructions for the management of it. Although it does not accord with the general sentiments, or views of the United States, to intermeddle with the domestic controversies of other countries, it cannot be unfair in the prosecution of a just war, or the accomplishment of a reasonable peace, to take advantage of the hostile co-operation of others. As far, therefore, as the views of the brother may contribute to our success, the aid of them may be used for the purpose. Should this aid be found inapplicable, or his own personal object unattainable, it will be due to the honor of the United States, and to the expectations he will have naturally formed, to treat his disappointment with much tenderness, and to restore him, as nearly as may be, to the situation from which he was driven, or to make some other convenient ar-
rangement, that may be more eligible to him. In case of a treaty of peace with the ruling bashaw of Tripoli, perhaps it may be possible to make some stipulation, formal, or informal, in favor of the brother, which may be a desirable alleviation of his misfortunes."
To all who shall see these presents—
GREETING: Know ye, that reposing special trust and confidence in the zeal, fidelity, and abilities of William Eaton, I do hereby appoint him agent of the navy department of the United States of America, for the several Barbary regencies.
In testimony whereof, I have hereunto subscribed my name, and affixed the seal of the navy department of the United States of America, at the city of Washington, this 26th day of May, 1804.
(Signed) R. SMITH, Secretary of the Navy. Registered, Ch. W. Goldsborough, Chief Clerk of the Navy Department.
Copy of a letter from the secretary of the navy to William Eaton, Esq. dated May 30th, 1804.
SIR, Herewith you will receive an appointment as navy agent for the several Barbary regencies. You will receive instructions from, and obey the orders of commodore Barron; and will render to our squadron in the Mediterranean every assistance in your power.
As a compensation for your services, you will be allowed at the rate of twelve hundred dollars per annum, and the rations of a lieutenant in the navy of the United States.
I am respectfully, &c. (Signed) R. SMITH.
Extract of a letter from the Secretary of the Navy to Commodore Samuel Barron, dated June 6th, 1804.
"With respect to the Ex-Bashaw of Tripoli, we have no objection to your availing yourself of his co-operation with you against Tripoli, if you shall, upon a full view of the subject, after the arrival upon the station, consider his co-operation expedient. The subject is committed entirely to your discretion. In such an event you will, it is believed, find Mr. Eaton extremely useful to you.
"Col. Tobias Lear, our consul general at Algiers, is invested by the President with full power and authority to negotiate a treaty of peace with the bashaw of Tripoli, and also to adjust such terms of conciliation as may be found necessary with any of the other Barbary powers. He is, therefore, to be conveyed by you to any of these regencies, as he may request of you and you will cordially co-operate with him in all such measures as may be deemed the best calculated to effectuate a termination of the war with Tripoli, and to insure a continuance of the friendship and respect of the other Barbary powers."
Commodore Barron to Captain Hull, September 15th, 1805.
SIR, The state and condition of the Argus under your command, requiring that she should go into port, for the purpose of re-rigging, &c. I request you to proceed with all practicable expedition to Malta, or Syracuse, and there refit your vessel, which being completed, you will take on board two months provisions and water, and proceed for the port of Alexandria, and if at that port or Smyrna, you find any American vessels, you will give them convoy as far as Malta, and immediately after join the squadron off this place.
You will take under your care the ship St. Michael, intercepted by the squadron, in the attempt to enter the blockaded port of Tripoli. You will find Commodore Preble at Malta or Syracuse, with two other ships, captured in making the same attempt. You will receive his orders with respect to the disposition of the St. Michael, cause all her papers to be delivered to him, and furnish him with all the information you may be able to gain from her crew, &c. on your passage. You will inform the commanders of vessels you may find at Syracuse, that I shall be off Tripoli."
Verbal orders of Commodore Barron to captain Hull, of the United States brig Argus, in presence of the undersigned, on board the President. September 16th 1805.
SIR,
"The written orders I here hand you, to proceed to the port of Alexandria or Smyrna, for conveying to Malta any vessels you may find there, are intended to disguise the real object of your expedition, which is to proceed with Mr. Eaton to Alexandria, in search of Hamet Bashaw, the rival brother and legitimate so-
vereign of the reigning bashaw of Tripoli; and to convey him and his suite to Derne, or such other place on the coast as may be determined the most proper for co-operating with the naval force under my command, against the common enemy: or, if more agreeable to him, to bring him to me before Tripoli.
Should Hamet Bashaw not be found at Alexandria, you have the discretion to proceed to any other place for him, where the safety of your ship can be, in your opinion, relied upon.
The Bashaw may be assured of the support of my squadron at Bengazi or Derne, where you are at liberty to put in, if required, and if it can be done without too great risk. And you may assure him also, that I will take the most effectual measures with the forces under my command, for co-operating with him against the usurper, his brother, and for re-establishing him in the regency of Tripoli. Arrangements to this effect are concluded to the discretion with which Mr. Eaton is vested by the government."
ATTEST, ISAAC HULL, WILLIAM EATON.
EXTRACTS.
Mr. Eaton to Captain Hull, GRAND CAIRO, January 8—3 P. M.
Scarcely had my letter of this morning gone off by your courier express, when a letter from Hamet Bashaw came to hand, of which the following is a copy, by translation.
"Thanks be to him to whom gratitude is due. To our friend and the very good friend of our highness, the American agent Mr. Eaton."
"We have received your letter, and after having understood the contents, we gave thanks to God, for having preserved your health. Know that I am ever the same as you knew me at Tunis; my friendship is constant and uniform; but you have been tardy. We must, however, make this delay subserve a good purpose.
"From the date of the present I shall leave this for Behera, and shall there take quarters at the house of the Arab chief, Abdalghaver el Kourchi, where I propose to you to meet me. I have written to my subjects and to my minister Mahamoud Kogee, and also the governor of police, Mohammed, son of Abdulrahman, that they may treat with you; and whatever you conclude with them, will be ratified by me. Your operations should be carried on by sea; mine by land; and may God assist us to re-establish peace and harmony. The 28 Numa-dan, 1219. Signed, HAMET BASHAW, Son of Ali Bashaw Caramalli."
The date of the Bashaw's letter corresponds with the 3d instant. The place of meeting about 8 hours march from Alexandria, so that he will probably arrive there before we can with you.
COPY. Captain Bainbridge to George Davis, Esq. at Tunis. TRIPOLI, Jan. 27th, 1805.
SIR, I have been anxiously expecting to hear from you, and to receive some information on the determination of our government. Not one word on that subject have I yet heard. I am anxiously expecting letters from commodore Barron. I believe the bashaw is very desirous of peace, and has great apprehensions of the intended attack, and was a negotiation to be attempted, I think it very probable that it would succeed, for the apprehension of the attack might have as great an effect as the attack itself; and if the attack prove unsuccessful, he will no doubt continue in demanding a considerable sum. As I am quite ignorant of the force that will be brought against this place I cannot give any opinion of the probable effect it may have. We offer our most fervent prayers that the greatest success may attend it. I cannot say what the bashaw's demand will be, but I believe he would take at this moment much less than what he demanded of Commodore Preble last August. Our funds are all exhausted, and bills on Tunis are at a great exchange against the drawer. Pray, have you heard of Eaton in your next, which I anxiously expect soon. I assure you, was it not for our friend Mr. Nissen, we should suffer considerably for necessaries in our close confinement; but he is a friend in need, of course, a friend indeed.
P.S. By the Danish consul. The bashaw is now very attentive upon your transactions with his brother in Alexandria. A camp is going against Derne. Give me leave to tell you that I found you plan with the bashaw's brother very well, and that you sacrifice your prisoners' lives here in case of success."

EXTRACTS.
William Eaton, Esq. to the Secretary of the Navy.
Alexandria, Feb. 13th, 1805.
The letters which have passed between capt. Hull and myself, copies of which are herewith annexed to a duplicate of that I had the honor to address you on the 13th December, convey a detail of our transactions since that date.
The bashaw had already determined to take the desert of Lybia to Derne, giving for his reason, which I think a sound one, that by taking shipping and separating himself from the Arabs, they would lose all patience if not confidence also, and abandon his cause.
I calculate the whole expenditure of cash in this expedition, including expenses in Egypt, will amount to dol. 20,000. Further disbursements and supplies will be necessary to carry this plan into final effect.
EXTRACTS.
Mr. Eaton to commodore Barron.
Alexandria, 14th Feb. 1805.
I calculate to leave this on Sunday, and in two days after to proceed on our march with Hamet Bashaw to Bomba, by the desert, where it is hoped we shall meet reinforcements, and supplies sufficient to secure positions at Derne and Bengazi.
thought too hazardous. Two brass field pieces (4 pounders) with their trains and ammunition, and 100 stand of arms, with their cartridges, will be requisite.
CONVENTION between the United States of America and his highness Hamet Caramally, bashaw of Tripoli.
GOD IS INFINITE.
Article I. There shall be a firm and perpetual peace and free intercourse between the United States of America, and his highness Hamet Caramally, bashaw, the legitimate sovereign of the kingdom of Tripoli, and between the citizens of the one and the subjects of the other.
Art. II. The government of the United States shall use their utmost exertions, so far as compatible with their own honor and interest, to obtain the release of the said Hamet bashaw in the possession of his sovereignty of Tripoli, obtained said sovereignty by treason, & who now holds it by usurpation and who against the pretensions of Joseph has a who is engaged in a civil war against the United States.
Art. III. The United States shall as circumstances may require, in addition to the operations they are carrying on by sea, furnish the said Hamet bashaw on loan, supplies of cash, ammunition and provisions, and if necessary require, debarkations of troops, and to aid and give effect to the operations of the said Hamet, bashaw by land against the common enemy.
Art. IV. In consideration of which friendly offices, once rendered effectual, his highness Hamet Caramally bashaw engages, on his part, to release to the commander in chief of the forces of the U. States, in the Mediterranean, without ransom, all American prisoners who are, or may hereafter be, in the hands of the usurper, said Joseph bashaw.
Art. V. In order to indemnify the United States against all expense they have or shall incur in carrying into execution their engagements expressed in the 2d and 3d articles of this convention, the said Hamet bashaw transfers & consents to the U. States, the tribute stipulated by the last treaties of his majesty the king of Denmark, his majesty the king of Sweden, and the Batavian republic, as the condition of peace with the regency of Tripoli, until such time as said expense shall be reimbursed.
Art. VI. In order to carry into full effect the stipulation expressed in the preceding article, said Hamet bashaw pledges his faith and honor faithfully to observe and fulfil the treaties now subsisting between the regency of Tripoli, and their majesties the kings of Denmark and Sweden, and with the Batavian republic.
Art. VII. In consideration of the friendly disposition of his majesty the king of the two Sicilies towards the American squadron his highness Hamet bashaw invites his said Sicilian majesty to renew their ancient friendship, & proffers him a peace on the footing of that to be definitively concluded with the United States of America, in the fullest extent of its privileges, according to the tenor of this convention.
Art. VIII. The better to give effect to the operations to be carried on by land in the prosecution of the plan, and the attainment of the object pointed out by this convention, William Eaton, a citizen of the United States, now in Egypt, shall be recognised as general and commander in chief of the land forces which are or may be called into service against the common enemy.
Art. IX. His highness said Hamet bashaw grants full amnesty and perpetual oblivion, towards the conduct of all such of his subjects as may have been seduced by the usurper to abandon his cause, and who are disposed to return to their proper allegiance.
Art. X. In case of future war between the parties, captives on each side shall be treated as prisoners of war, and not as slaves, and shall be entitled to reciprocal and equal exchange for man, and grade for grade, and in no case shall a ransom be demanded for prisoners of war, nor a tribute required, as the condition of peace, either on the one part, nor the other.
Art. XI. The American consular flag in Tripoli shall forever be a sacred asylum, to all persons who shall desire to take refuge under it, except for the crimes of treason and murder.
Art. XII. In case of the faithful observance and fulfilment on the part of his highness, said Hamet bashaw, of the agreements & obligations herein stipulated, the said commander in chief of the American forces in the Mediterranean, engages to leave said Hamet bashaw, in the peaceful possession of the city and regency without dismantling its batteries.
Art. XIII. Any article suitable to be introduced in a definitive treaty of peace, between the contracting parties, which may not be comprised in this convention, shall be reciprocally on the footing of the treaties subsisting with the most favored nations.
Art. XIV. This convention shall be submitted to the President of the United States for his ratification. In the mean time there shall be no suspensions in its operations.
Done at Alexandria in Egypt, February 23d, 1805, and signed by said Hamet bashaw for himself and successors, and by William Eaton on the part of the United States.
Additional Article Secret.
His highness Hamet bashaw, will use his utmost exertions to cause to surrender to the commander in chief of the American forces in the Mediterranean, the usurper Joseph bashaw, together with his family, and chief admirals called Maura Rais, alias Peter Lisle, to be held by the government of the United States as hostages, and as a guarantee of the faithful observance of the stipulations entered into by convention of the 23d February 1805, with the United States, provided they do not escape by flight.
MESSAGE
From the President of the United States, respecting the violation of neutral rights; the depredations on the colonial trade, and impressments of American seamen.
To the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States.
In my message to both houses of congress, at the opening of their present session, I submitted to their attention, among other subjects, the oppression of our commerce and navigation by the irregular practices of armed vessels, public and private, and by the introduction of new principles, derogatory of the rights of neutrals, and unacknowledged by the usage of nations.
The memorials of several bodies of merchants of the U. States are now communicated, and will develop these principles and practices, which are producing the most ruinous effects on our lawful commerce and navigation.
The right of a neutral to carry on commercial intercourse with every part of the dominions of a belligerent, permitted by the laws of the country (with the exception of blockaded ports, and contraband of war) was believed to have been decided between Great Britain and the United States, by the sentence of their commissioners, mutually appointed to decide on that and other questions of difference between the two nations; and by the actual payment of the damages awarded by them against Great Britain, for the infractions of that right.
On the impressment of our seamen, our remonstrances have never been admitted. A hope existed at one moment, of an arrangement which might have been submitted to, but it soon passed away, and the practice though relaxed at times in the distant seas, has been constantly pursued in those in our neighborhood.
The grounds on which the reclamations on this subject have been urged, will appear in an extract from instructions to our minister at London, now communicated.
TH: JEFFERSON.
Jan. 17, 1806.
DOCUMENTS.
Extract of a letter from the secretary of state to James Monroe, Esq. dated, Department of State, April 12, 1805.
"The sum of the case is, that whilst Spain was at war with Great Britain, this vessel, owned by a citizen of the U. States, bro't a cargo of Spanish produce, purchased at the Havanna, from that place to Charleston, where the cargo was landed, except an insignificant portion of it, in like manner as they are required to be paid, or secured, on a like cargo, from whatever port, meant for home consumption, that the cargo remained on land about three weeks, when it was reshipped for Barcelona, in old Spain, and the duties drawn back, with a deduction of three & a half per cent. as is permitted to imported articles in all cases, at any time within one year, under certain regulations, which were pursued in this case; that
the vessel was taken on her voyage by a British cruiser, and sent for trial to Newfoundland, where the cargo was condemned by the court of vice-admiralty; and that the cause was carried thence, by appeal, to Great Britain, where it was apprehended that the sentence below would not be reversed.
The ground of this sentence was, and that of its confirmation, if such be the result, must be, that the trade in which the vessel was engaged was unlawful, and this unlawfulness must rest, first, on the general principle assumed by Great Britain, that a trade from a colony to its parent country, being a trade not permitted to other nations in time of peace, cannot be made lawful to them in time of war; secondly, on the allegation that the continuity of the voyage from the Havanna to Barcelona was not broken by landing the cargo in the U. States, paying the duties thereon, and thus fulfilling the legal prerequisites to a home consumption; and, therefore, that the cargo was subject to condemnation even under the British regulation of January, 1793, which so far relaxes the general principle as to allow a direct trade between a belligerent colony, and a neutral country carrying on such a trade.
With respect to the general principle which disallows to neutral nations in time of war, a trade not allowed to them in time of peace, it may be observed:
First. That the principle is of modern date; that it is maintained, as is believed, by no other nation but Great Britain; and that it was assumed by her under the auspices of a maritime ascendancy, which rendered such a principle subservient to her particular interest.
Secondly. That the principle is manifestly contrary to the general interest of commercial nations, as well as to the law of nations settled by the most approved authorities, which recognises no restraints on the trade of nations not at war, with nations at war, other than that it shall be impartial between the latter, that it shall not extend to certain military articles, nor to the transportation of persons in military service, nor to places actually blockaded or besieged.
Thirdly. That the principle is the more contrary to reason and to right, inasmuch as the admission of neutrals into a colonial trade shut against them in times of peace, may, and often does, result from considerations which open to neutrals direct channels of trade with the parent state shut to them in times of peace, the legality of which latter relaxation is not known to have been contested; and inasmuch as a commerce may be, and frequently is opened in time of war, between a colony and other countries, from considerations which are not incident to the war, and which would produce the same effect in a time of peace; such, for example, as a failure or diminution of the ordinary sources of necessary supplies or new turns in the course of profitable interchanges.
Fourthly. That it is not only contrary to the principles and practice of other nations, but to the practice of Great Britain herself. It is well known to be her invariable practice in time of war, by relaxations in her navigation laws, to admit neutrals to trade in channels forbidden to them in times of peace; and particularly to open her colonial trade both to neutral vessels & supplies, to which it is shut in times of peace; and that one at least of her objects, in these relaxations, is to give to her trade an immunity from capture, to which in her own hands it would be subjected by the war.
Fifthly. The practice which has prevailed in the British dominions, sanctioned by orders of council and an act of parliament, [39 G 3 c. 98] authorising for British subjects a direct trade with the enemy, still further diminishes the force of her pretensions for depriving us of the colonial trade.
Sixthly. It is particularly worthy of attention that the board of commissioners jointly constituted by the British and American governments under the 7th article of the treaty of 1794, by reversing condemnations of the British courts founded on the British instructions of November, 1793, condemned the principle, that a trade forbidden to neutrals in time of peace, could not be opened to them in time of war; on which precise principles these instructions were founded.
On these grounds the United States may justly regard the British captures and condemnations of neutral trade with colonies of the enemies of Great Britain as violations of rights; and if reason, consistency, or that sound policy which cannot be at variance with either, be allowed the weight which they ought to have, the British government will feel sufficient motives to repair the wrongs done in such cases by its cruisers and courts.
But, apart from this general view of the subject, a refusal to indemnify the sufferers, in the particular case of the Aurora, is destitute of every pretext; because in the second place, the continuity of her voyage was clearly and palpably broken, and the trade converted into a new character.
It has been already noted that the British regulation of 1793, admits a direct trade in time of war between a belligerent colony and a neutral country carrying on the trade; and admits consequently the legality of the importation by the Aurora from the Havanna to Charleston.
The question then to be decided under the British regulation itself, is, whether in landing the cargo, paying the duties, and thus as effectually qualifying the articles for the legal consumption of the country, as if they had been its native productions they were at the same time equally qualified with native productions for exportation to a foreign market.
1. From the respect which is due to the internal regulations of every country, where they cannot be charged with a term, or partiality towards particular belligerent parties or with fraudulent views towards all of them.
2. From the impossibility of substantiating any other admissible criterion, than that of landing the articles, and otherwise qualifying them for the use of the country.
3. From the decision in the British high court of admiralty itself, given in the case of the Polly, Lasky, master, by a judge deservedly celebrated for a profound judgment, which cannot be suspected of leaning towards doctrines unjust or injurious to the rights of his own country.
CONGRESS.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
Monday, January 20.
Mr Sloan renewed his call for the order of the day on the resolution offered by him, imposing a tax of ten per cent. on every slave imported into the U. States.
Mr D. R. Williams moved that the committee of the whole should be discharged for the purpose of committing the resolution to the committee of ways and means.
The question was first taken on Mr. Sloan's motion—Ayes 49—Nocs 32.
When the house resolved itself into a committee of the whole—Mr. Dawson in the chair—on the said resolution.
Mr Sloan spoke in favor of the resolution.
Mr Dana moved to amend it by substituting persons in the room of slaves.
This amendment was supported by Mr Clark. Mr Marion spoke against, and Mr Southard in favor of the resolution. Messrs. Dana and Alston advocated the amendment—Messrs. Smilie and Fisk supported the resolution and opposed the amendment.
When the committee rose, reported progress, and obtained leave to sit again.

Tuesday, January 21. The house again went into committee on the whole on Mr Sloan's resolution for imposing a tax of ten dollars upon every slave imported into the United States. Mr Clark spoke in favor of the amendment offered by Mr Dana. Mr Sloan opposed it. Mr Dana replied. Mr Alison advocated the amendment. Mr Macon spoke against the resolution. Mr Nelson and Mr Southard spoke in favor of the resolution.
When the question was taken on Mr. Dana's amendment, and passed in the negative—Ayes 32. Mr Early and Mr Bedinger then spoke against the resolution, and Mr Brown & Mr Sloan in favor of it: when the committee rose about 3 o'clock without having taken the question, and obtained leave to sit again.
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF VIRGINIA.
HOUSE OF DELEGATES.
Thursday, January 23d, 1806.
A communication from the Senate by their clerk.
The Senate have passed the bill, appointing trustees of the estate belonging to the orphans of James Rind, for the purposes therein mentioned.
They have also passed the bill, remitting certain fines to John and Thomas Warren, with an amendment, to which they request the concurrence of the House of Delegates.
The house proceeded to consider the amendment to said bill, and the same being read, was agreed to by the house.
A report from the committee for courts of justice (which lay on the table) was taken up and read in the following words:
The committee for courts of justice have, according to order examined whether any laws of a public nature have expired since the last session of the General Assembly; whether there are any that will expire with the end of the present session; or, are near expiring, and have found none in either of those situations.
The Speaker laid before the house a letter from the Governor, covering several resolutions of the Legislature of the state of Georgia, on the subject of certain amendments proposed to the Federal Constitution by the states of Kentucky, North Carolina and Massachusetts, which were read and ordered to be referred to a committee of the whole house on the state of the commonwealth.
The following resolutions (which lay upon the table) were taken up and read, to wit:
Resolved, as the opinion of this committee, that the superintendent of the armory should be authorised to take annually apprentices, and that dollars should be appropriated for the purpose of educating the same.
Resolved, that the Legislature should adopt some mode to prevent the loss of public arms distributed to the militia.
Resolved, that it is expedient and proper to instruct the Senators in Congress from this state, and to request the Representatives in Congress to join the Senators and Representatives from the state of Kentucky, in endeavoring to procure the amendment to the Federal Constitution proposed by that state.
The question being put upon the first resolution, it was agreed to by the house.
Ordered, that a bill be brought in pursuant thereto, and that the committee who reported the said resolution do prepare & bring in the same.
The question being put upon the second resolution, it was agreed to by the house.
Ordered, that a bill be brought in pursuant thereto, and that Messrs. Minor, Madison, Cheatham, Aylett, Moss, Taliaferro, Lewis, Lefew, Allen, Woodford, Sharpe, Congleton and Hunton, do prepare and bring in the same.
The third resolution was, on motion, ordered to be referred to a committee of the whole house on the state of the commonwealth.
Mr. Nelson presented a resolution on the subject of appointing certain persons to prepare and draft a plan for amending the judiciary system of this commonwealth, which was received and ordered to be laid upon the table.
Friday, January 24th, 1806.
A communication from the Senate by their clerk.
The Senate insist upon their amendment proposed to the bill, to amend the act, for further continuing and amending the act, entitled, an act, for reducing into one the several acts concerning executions and for the relief of insolvent debtors.
They have passed the bill, to amend the act, entitled, an act, directing the method of proceeding in courts of equity against absent debtors and other absent defendants; and for settling the proceedings on attachments against absconding debtors. Also, the bill, to prevent slaves being brought into this commonwealth, with amendments to each. And they have agreed to the resolution appropriating of the conduct of John Page, esq. late Governor of this commonwealth, with amendments, to which several amendments to the aforesaid bills and resolution, they request the concurrence of the House of Delegates.
The house proceeded to re-consider the amendment proposed by the Senate to the bill, to amend the act, for further continuing and amending the act, entitled, an act, for reducing into one the several acts concerning executions and for the relief of insolvent debtors, which amendment was disagreed to by the House of Delegates; on motion, ordered, that the further consideration of the said bill and amendment be postponed to the 31st day of March next. Ayes 78—Noes 68.
The house proceeded to consider the amendments proposed by the Senate to the bill, to amend the act, entitled, an act, directing the method of proceeding in courts of equity against absent debtors & other absent defendants, and for settling the proceedings on attachments against absconding debtors; and the same being read, were agreed to by the house with several amendments.
The house proceeded to consider the amendments proposed by the Senate to the bill, to prevent slaves being brought into this commonwealth; & the same being read, were severally agreed to by the house, except the sixth amendment to the said bill, which was disagreed to by the house.
The ayes and noes on the question of agreeing to the 9th amendment were Ayes—94 Noes—63.
The said 9th amendment is in the following words, to wit, "And be it further enacted that if any slave hereafter emancipated shall remain within this commonwealth more than twelve months after his or her right to freedom shall have accrued; he or she shall forfeit all such right, and may be apprehended & sold by the overseers of the poor of any county or corporation in which he or she shall be found, for the benefit of the poor of such county or corporation."
The house proceeded to consider the amendments of the Senate to the resolution, Appropriatory of the conduct of John Page, esq. late Governor of this commonwealth, and the same being read, were agreed to by the house.
The said resolution, as amended, is in the following words:—
Resolved, unanimously, that the General Assembly of Virginia, sensible of the zeal, fidelity and diligence with which John Page, Esq. late Governor of this Commonwealth, discharged the duties of his office; feel it a tribute of respect due to his great merit, to express, as well their approbation of his conduct in that office, as their gratitude for his past services.
Ordered, that the clerk inform the Senate thereof.
A motion was made that the House come to the following resolution:
Resolved, by the General Assembly, that the Auditor have leave of absence from the city of Richmond during the present year for two months.
On motion, ordered, that the said resolution be laid on the table.
For Sale.
THE subscriber will sell at public Sale, on the 6th day of March—The TRACT OF LAND, whereon he now lives, lying in Halifax county, containing by estimation about 700 acres. There is on the above tract as much cleared land as will employ six or eight hands to advantage—a large two story house, having three rooms and a passage on the lower floor, with the same number on the upper—a good kitchen, workhouse, granary, stable, and all other convenient out houses—Also, a corn mill, on a small stream, which adds considerably to the value of the place.
On the same day and place, will be offered for sale 25 valuable SLAVES, consisting of men, women and children—Between 30 and 40 head of Cattle—about 5 or 6 head of Horses, among which is a young stud, four years old next spring, of the Medley blood—also, a high bred Mare by Old Diomed, six years old next spring, and a horse colt out of the said mare, got by Whip, a year old in the spring.
The terms of the sale will be, one half in cash, and the balance in two installments of nine and twelve months. The sale will be on the land.
William Thompson. w6†
January 10, 1806.
BUZZARD, Imported by the late Col. John Hocme, of the Bowling Green, will stand the ensuing season, at my farm in Chesterfield county, four miles from Gode's and Bevil's Bridges, on Appomattox river, twenty-five above Petersburg, the same from Richmond, and fifteen from Amelia courthouse. Terms, &c. to be made known hereafter.
THOMAS BRANCH. tf
24th January, 1806.
The high bred and celebrated running Horse,
MARSKE,
By Diomed, will be let to mares the ensuing season, at my stable; his pedigree, his performance, &c. will be fully advertised before the season commences, which will be on the first day of March. Gentlemen may have their mares covered as early as they please.
HUGH WILLIE. 2m
Charlotte county, 20th Jan. 1805.
ON Thursday the 13th of February next, it fair, if not the next fair day, will be sold, at the dwelling house of the late Edward Friend, dec.
THE HOUSEHOLD & KITCHEN FURNITURE.
Stock of Horses, Cattle, Sheep and Hogs, Crop of Corn, Fodder, Oats and Cotton; together with the Plantation Utensils. A credit will be given for all sums above ten dollars, till 25th December next, by giving bond with approved security, bearing interest from the date if not punctually paid.
THE EXECUTORS.
January 24th, 1805. w2†
Amelia, January 26, 1805. TAKEN UP by the subscriber early in December, FOUR HOGS, marked with a crop & two slits in the left ear, and a slit and half crop in the right—Appraised to ten pounds sixteen shillings. w3†
John Robertson.
FOUND, on the counter of Lownes & Pierce, A SMALL SUM OF MONEY, which the owner may have again by paying the expense of this advertisement. January 27th, 1806. 2†
VIRGINIA ARGUS.
RICHMOND:
TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 1806
RICHMOND PRICE CURRENT.
CORRECTED WEEKLY.
Table with 2 columns: Item, Price. Items include Tobacco, Wheat, Flour, Corn, Hemp, Iron, Whiskey.
The bill "To prevent slaves being brought into this commonwealth" has passed both Houses of the General Assembly, and goes into operation on the 1st day of May next. A section of this act provides, "That if any slave hereafter emancipated shall remain in this commonwealth more than twelve months after his or her right to freedom shall have accrued, he or she shall forfeit all such right, and may be apprehended & sold by the overseers of the poor of any county or corporation in which he or she shall be found, for the benefit of the poor of such county or corporation."
The following Resolutions passed the House of Delegates, on Saturday, and have been sent to the Senate for concurrence:—
"Whereas great inconveniences have arisen to the community from the immense accumulation of business in the courts of Chancery and the court of Appeals in this Commonwealth; and whereas, these evils result from the defective organization and arrangement of the Superior Courts, which mischiefs can only be remedied by an effectual and radical reformation of our judiciary system:
Be it therefore Resolved, That George Wythe, Spencer Roane, St. George Tucker, Francis T. Brooke, Robert White, Alexander Smyth, Philip N. Nicholas, Edmund Randolph, John Wickham, George Hay and Daniel Call, be appointed commissioners to prepare and draft such plan for the reformation and amendment of the present Judiciary System of this Commonwealth as to them shall seem most likely to remedy the existing evils in the same; and that such plan, when prepared, shall be published by the Executive for the consideration of the people of this Commonwealth.
And be it further Resolved, That the Executive are hereby required to call upon the said commissioners and to request of them to prepare a plan in pursuance of the foregoing resolution; and to furnish the same to the Executive so soon as the said commissioners shall have prepared it: and the Executive are hereby required to publish the same so soon as they shall be furnished with it by the said commissioners."
NEUTRAL COMMERCE.
The Philadelphia Gazette in noticing the late pamphlet published at Washington, entitled, "An examination of the British D. Quine, which subjects to capture a neutral trade, not open in a time of Peace"—Says "It is written with no inconsiderable ability and much legal research. The authority of the great despositors and oracles of the law of nations, viz. Grotius, Puffendorf, Bynkershoek, Vattel and Marten, is pointedly introduced and luminously applied. All the treaties, involving the rights of neutral commerce, are either cited or specifically referred to. The remarks which accompany this elaborate examination are irresistible: and the authority of her own treaties is produced in condemnation of the recent conduct of the court of Great Britain. It does not appear from whose pen this interesting production has issued."
The memorial drawn up in the name of the merchants and traders of Philadelphia, has at length made its appearance, (we shall publish it to-morrow)—we can describe the character of this address in no better manner than by the familiar simile of a cow, that has given a full pail of milk and kicked it over and spilt the whole—the address occupies three and a half newspaper columns, the first three of these are couched in a manly and dignified style—though the rights of free and neutral nations are not asserted or maintained to the full extent, the manner in which the subject is discussed does not admit of any interpretation of a surrender of any rights, but in a spirit of moderation on obviously premeditated and inflexibly preserved, the piratical infractions of the law of nations by Great Britain, are fairly and openly exposed and denounced.
The conduct of Spain, is rather ironically passed over, though there is a remarkable contrast between the moderation on which the stupendous outrages of England are treated, compared with the contemptuous asperity expressed towards Spain: this asperity is however not more than rigidly justifiable. We could wish that the remainder of the address had been consistent with the preceding part. It is not. There are two points that are utterly inconsistent with the spirit of the preceding part, and with each other. The first concerns the illicit trade carried on with St. Domingo, a commerce contrary to the law of nations, and baleful in its policy in relation to the true interests of the United States:—the other is the insidious manner in which they aim to wrest from the hands of government, the choice of means for maintaining our rights and re-
straining what not justice be done us. This is done under the effusion of a so-called "preservation of private property and mercantile credit from violation." The English of which is, you may do any thing you choose, executive and legislative—but do what is most of feudal—you must not embargo, for that was a revolutionary movement, you must not encourage non importation, for the Jacobins of 1775 and 1776 did that; you must not sequestre debts, for the power and the right to do that has been claimed and exercised only by England—in the case of Holland, France, Spain and America, any thing else you may do, because you cannot do any thing else so easy or so likely to be effective. This is the sense of their address, and the measure of their wisdom and patriotism.
There is an absurdity in the address which might be excused in a school boy, but either proves the merchants of Philadelphia to be some of M c Lean's ignoramus, or some of Muhlenburgh's trait: they very gravely inform the president and congress (no doubt thinking that they know no better) that it is from their industry and enterprise, the revenue of the nation is collected! It is disgusting to see men presumed to possess understanding—and who ought to possess it, so little regardful of common sense and of the contempt which such false assumptions must excite for the understanding of the country.—Aurora.
FOR THE ARGUS.
A CONCLUDING ANSWER TO "CITIZEN."
THE misrepresentation which appeared in your last Tuesday's paper under the signature "Citizen," requires a short answer. He says, I had expressed that there was not a rational or civilized being, who could really entertain a doubt, as to the pernicious consequences of gambling; much less that there could be found in our country, an individual who with the boldness of Civi, would dare to recommend to the legislature its patronage and toleration. All this is denied—no such recommendation was given, and if "Citizen" will read the article to which he alludes, he will find himself mistaken.
Citizen next says, that gaming is a vice and deserves punishment. The answer to this is, that the laws now in force are not adequate to the purpose. Civi proposed an alteration; Citizen condemns that and offers no other.
If it is the sense of society, that gambling ought to be restrained, then the law should be equal to the end. Ifancy entertain different sentiments, then it would be more prudent, to tax it highly than to drive those who pursue the practice, to such expedients and expenses as have been stated. The writer of this feels no personal anxiety upon the subject; he knows very little of the practices of gaming; and though he is not a devotee, yet he is not inclined to censure those who find pleasure in this occupation. From all that he has heard, (for he knows very little), he believes that a heavy tax by way of licence, would have a better effect, than any mode heretofore adopted; but it is likely that upon a further examination he might abandon this opinion and adopt some other—as much as he intends by these remarks, is to induce men of power and influence to take the subject under their consideration, and when the public sense is known, to make laws adequate to the end.
CIVI.
Richmond Academy Lottery. SECOND CLASS.
THIRTEENTH DAY'S DRAWING.
Prize of 500 dollars.—No. 5239.
Prize of 100 dollars.—No. 7330.
Prize of 50 dollars.—No. 5110.
Prizes of 25 dollars.—Nos. 4296 4372 4974.
Blanks.—Nos. 6931 6148 4164 5460.
5730 6733 6955 4457 7340 7398 5237.
6722 7672 5190 5125 4148 6274 6930.
7396 5610 7057 6238 3490 5985 7356.
5830 4314 6647 6349 4037 5311 4244.
5704 3843 5543 7678 7447 5143 5894.
5084 7082 5657 6089 6683 7310 5129.
4701 6275 5262 6559 7377 7394 3969.
6053 4142 6108 6508 4878 6026 4318.
6178 7000 6112 7199 6849 5491 5423.
4471 5818 6032 6101 4317 4715 7420.
4027 5798 5113 5293 6243 5179 4902.
7516 6063 6501 4935 3898 5764 5833.
4572 7701 7308 7094 5771 5251.
William & Mary College Lottery.
FOURTH DAY.
Prizes of 15 dollars.—Nos. 701 868 356.
953 859 463 226 476 3534 6742 2462.
2996 4504 3758 2095 4743 4268 1204.
5310 3906 6538 5732 6850 2149 7874.
3943 7042 4762 6225 2998 7691 7292.
7378 4852 2296 5561 7065 4153 3710.
4744 1686 4039 5239.
FIFTH DAY.
Prize of 500 dollars.—No. 7467.
Prizes of 15 dollars.—Nos. 793 975 1125.
7374 5285 4150 5933 2650 5640 1788.
2118 5951 1265 5329 6423 5012 7792.
4086 2534 7141 3451 1573 6968 4373.
7491 1222 5558 6769 5725 4146 2143.
7554 2864.
SIXTH DAY.
Prizes of 15 dollars.—Nos. 39 42 91.
114 299 514 2788 1833 1527 3213.
6393 5302 5253 7048 1776 3331 6781.
6548 7057 3341 5342 1950 1019 2046.
5533 5355 1360 2687 4442 4344 5017.
3913 3096 2669 3996 3226 4009.
Table with 2 columns: Prize, No. Prizes of 15 dollars. Nos. 12 239 507, 703 700 915 991 2821 5308 1344 2577, 1367 1219 6487 4487 6241 7052 5289, 2820 2037 1949 6009 4073 2187 4887, 3902 5921 6132 4673 6920 5165 6894, 6022 5279 3946 2385 2966 2386 5349, 5516 6971.
PITTSBURGH, January 14.
With deep regret we announce to the public the DEATH of TARLETON BATES, late Prothonotary of this county—who fell in a Duel with THOMAS STEWART, on Wednesday the 8th inst.
On no occasion was public regret more general and sincere—Public sensibility was never more excited.
The following statement of this unhappy affair is correct, but not as full as we could wish. Until a more circumstantial one can be obtained, we present it to the public.
A DUEL took place on Wednesday afternoon, the 8th inst. between TARLETON BATES, Esquire and Mr. THOMAS STEWART, both of this place. The latter thought proper to require of Mr. Bates, an apology for what he considered improper expressions respecting him, in a publication by Mr. Bates, which appeared the day before in the Tree of Liberty. No apology having been made or agreed to, the parties each attended by a friend, met night to the Monongahela river, 3 miles from town.
Previous to their positions being taken on the ground, the friend of Mr. Stewart, mentioned an apology which would be accepted, but as it was the same in substance as had been proposed before, & as it was perfectly understood before the parties went to the ground, that no apology would be made by Mr. Bates, he rejected it.
The distance (ten steps) was then measured, and the pistols loaded by the seconds in the presence of each other. They each fired twice: In the interval between the first and second fire, no proposition of adjustment was made. The second fire proved fatal to Mr. Bates, who received the ball of his antagonist's pistol in the upper part of his breast, and expired in an hour.
The behavior of the principals on the ground was perfectly calm and undunted; and this unfortunate transaction was conducted in conformity to the arrangement which had been previously made, and to the strictest rules of honor.
Thus fell, in an unequal contest, one of the best of men. By a long series of systematic persecution, he was driven to this dreadful fate. Every man of humanity must regret that such a man should die in such a manner. Thus has the public lost an invaluable officer; Society one of its brightest ornaments; and the Poor their best friend. On Thursday his remains were interred in the Episcopal burying ground. The lodge of Free Masons, of which he was Master; the Light Infantry Company of which he was First Lieutenant; and the most numerous concourse of Citizens ever known—attended his body to the grave, eager to pay to his memory that tribute which superior virtues ever command.
He is now removed far beyond the rags of party, and the malice of his enemies. May his fate be to his countrymen a solemn warning, and an impressive call, to abolish a barbarous practice, which confounds all distinction between the good & the bad; between the oppressor and the oppressed. As an officer, Mr. Bates had few equals.—Scrupulous integrity marked all his actions. To his aged parents he was the most affectionate and dutiful of Sons; to his younger brothers he was as the kindest of parents. His charities were unbounded.—Tho' not ill rent, he appropriated to charitable purposes more than half of his income. Yet such a man had enemies—enemies who had long incessantly endeavored to injure his reputation: But it was too firmly established on the basis of his virtues—They took his life.
DIED—A. C. HANSON, Chancellor of the state of Maryland.
On the 24th day of February next, will be sold, that
Valuable tract of Land,
Late the property of John Salle, dec. in Chesterfield county, known by the name of the GUM SWAMP, containing 590 acres, on the turnpike road ten miles above Manchester, the buildings on which are commodious. One half of the purchase money will be required in hand, and the other in twelve months.
ISAAC SALLE.
January 25, 1806. w3†
Notice.
By virtue of a deed of trust executed to us by Jacob Going, late of Louisa county, will be exposed to sale, on the premises, on Tuesday the 18th day of February next, for ready money.
The tract of Land,
Whereon the said Going resided at the time of his death, containing by estimation 73 acres; also three Horses, three Beds and Furniture, three head of Cattle, five Hogs, and all the said Going's Household Furniture, for the purpose of satisfying a debt or debts due to Walter Chisholm, jun.

WANTED , as House-Keeper in a large family, an elderly Lady, who can come well recommended. Liberal wages will be given. Enquire of the printer. Nov. 6, 1805.
Fall & Winter Goods. The subscribers have received, and are now opening a considerable part of their WOOLLENS; Among which are Bales of assorted Rose & Duffel Blankets, Do. Nap'd Cottons, Do. Yarn & Plaid Hose, Do. White & Coloured Plains, Do. Kersies & Halfthicks, Do. 6-4 & 7-4 Coatings, plain and strip'd, Do. Cloths, assorted colours and prices, Do. Forrest Cloths, Boxes Men's Hats assorted prices, Irish Linens, Long Lawns, Diapers, &c. Also—An assortment of HARDWARE, CUTLERY and NAILS. In addition to which, they daily expect on the arrival of the Ship from London, a large assortment of FASHIONABLE GOODS, Which will be offered for sale on their usual terms. GILLIAT & KIRBY. October 4, 1805.
Forty Dollars Reward. RUN away from the subscriber living in Granville county, North Carolina, in March last, two bright mulatto fellows; one by the name of BARTLEY , about 35 years of age, he has but little to say, and appears to be very humble; he is a tolerable good Shoemaker and Cooper, about 5 feet 10 or 11 inches high, and he is a well set negro.— GEORGE is about 23 years of age, about 6 feet high, spare made, but a very active negro, fond of drink, and a very forward saucy fellow. I expect they have obtained free passes and will endeavor to pass for free negroes; it is probable they are lurking in Manchester, Richmond or Petersburg; they were seen in Manchester a few days past. Any person taking them up and confining them in jail, so that I get them, shall have the above reward, or $50 dollars for either, paid by the subscriber. LEWIS HENING. June 5th, 1805.
Geo. Watt HAS removed from the store he formerly occupied to a brick house on the cross street leading from the main street to Shockoe warehouse, where he has on hand and offers to dispose of on moderate terms, by wholesale, The following Articles, viz: Loaf and Muscovado Sugars, N. England, W. Island, and Antigua Rum, Cognac, Barcelona and Apple Brandy, Sherry and Malaga Wine, Coffee of a superior quality, Molasses, Ginger and Fig Blue, Young Hysan and Imperial Tea, 400 Sacks Liverpool Salt, Patent Shot, assorted sizes—And The remainder of his Stock of Dry Goods, consisting principally of articles suited to the present and approaching season, which he will either sell on a credit of 3, 6 and 9 months, for notes negotiable at the Bank of Virginia, with approved endorsers, or barter for Tobacco, Flour or Hemp. Cash given for Tobacco. Richmond, 22d March, 1805.
To be Rented, A NEW BRICK HOUSE, two stories high, with dormer windows, with eight fire places in each tenement. The house was built to accommodate two families. It lies on the main street, on Shockoe hill, a little above Major Wolfe's. WM. DU-VAL. December 16, 1805.
S. JACOBS HAS FOR SALE, GUN POWDER of superior quality, by the Keg. S. J. states himself that from his attention in procuring this article only of an excellent quality, and the reasonable rate at which he sells it—he will not only merit a continuation of his customers, but be enabled to supply (much to their satisfaction) all those who are in the habit of retailing it. October 29th, 1805.
ADVERTISEMENT. WILL be sold, agreeable to law, at Henrico May court, if not claimed before that time, the following Tobacco, which has been deposited in Shockoe Warehouse over two years. T. L. No. 2528, 120, 1120, Lynch's inspection. No MK 365, 149, 1265, Cannon's ditto. V V 164, 152, 1176, Tye river, ditto. S W 32, 157, 1345, Deane's ditto. Mo MK 685, 152, 1212, ditto ditto. MOSBY & YOUNG. Richmond. Jan. 8, 1806.
Fashionable Goods. Ready made White Satin Pelises various dark coloured silk do. Florence Silk and Satin Spencers elegant Souffle Dresses Rich Brocades and Figured Satins Plain & figured Lenau and Pique Muslins. A handsome variety of plain, check'd and strip'd Sarsnetts. Ladies' Tabou'd Neck Handkerchiefs Lace Sleeves and Shoulder Ornaments; Which, with a general assortment of Seasonable Goods, are offered for sale, at moderate prices, by M. & B. MYERS. Richmond, 24th Dec. 1805.
To Rent, AND possession given the first of January next, a HOUSE and LOT , situated near the Rock Landing. Enquire of Joseph Gallego. December 7, 1805.
BLANK BONDS For sale at this office.
ROBERT GREENHOW, MERCHANT in Williamsburg, returns his thanks to his good customers, and the public in general, for the support and encouragement he has experienced during the whole of his mercantile career. His time of life, and extensive dealings, renders it now absolutely necessary, that a retrospect should be taken; that he should in a measure withdraw from business, and seriously set about the winding up of his last concerns. To accomplish which, he now encircles all those in arrears, either by specialties or open accounts, to favor him so far, on the presentation of their respective debts, to come forward, and make payments; or give him satisfactory assurances, that on or before the year eighteen hundred and seven, such should be made. FROM and after the 1st day of the ensuing year, the business of the store will be entirely on ROSCOW COLE , for whose conduct in every respect, he can from long experience vouch. It will be considered under the name of GREENHOW & COLE , and is not on the extensive scale that it has heretofore been, it will be generally found supplied with such articles as are most in demand—which being at all times purchased with CASH, will be disposed of at CASH, such PRODUCE as may suit, and on CREDIT only to FURNISHED CUSTOMERS, on as low terms as possible. ROSCOW COLE begs leave to assure all those who may favor him with their custom, that no exertion on his part shall be wanting, to give satisfaction. That late, or early, he will (if health permits) be ever ready to attend the demands of customers, and endeavor to deserve, the PATRONAGE of the PUBLIC. Williamsburg Dec. 20th 1805.
Manchester Turnpike Company. NINTH REQUISITION. THE shareholders of said company are hereby required to pay into the hands of James Brander, Treasurer, the additional sum of ten dollars on each share, on or before the 8th day of February next.
Delinquent Shares on former Requisitions. NOTICE is hereby given, that all the shares upon which there shall appear to be due delinquencies of former requisitions, will be offered for sale, at Mr. Brooks's Tavern, in Manchester, on the 11th day of February next, at 12 o'clock in the forenoon. By order of the Directors, JAMES BRANDER, clk. December 22, 1805.
To be Rented, FOR one or more years together, or separately, Two First Proof BRICK TENEMENTS , in the back street near the basin, and adjoining the warehouses occupied by Messrs. Taliaferro & Dickinson. They are suitable for warehouses or stores, and will be fitted up with counting rooms and shelves to suit the tenants. JOHN WICKHAM. December 24, 1805.
BY virtue of a deed of trust executed to the subscriber, by Jacob Madox, of Buckingham county, to secure the payment of a debt due to James Murphy & Co. therein expressed, will certainly be SOLD, to the highest bidder, on Saturday the first day of February next, at New-Market, in Amherst county, before the store door of the said James Murphy & Co. The Following Property, to wit: Lucy and her two children, Milly and Nancy, or so much thereof as will be sufficient to discharge the said debt, with interest and charges. John Higginbotham, Trustee. Warminster, Dec. 25th 1805.
The sale of the above property is postponed until Saturday the 22d of February next, at which time and place it will certainly be sold, on the terms above mentioned; the postponement is in consequence of the above not appearing in the Virginia Argus in time as to give the 30 days previous notice required by the deed in trust. John Higginbotham, trustee. January 13th, 1806.
ALL who have claims against the estate of Nathaniel Venable, or dec or against the companies lately transacting business under the firms of Venable & Venable or Venable & Womack , are requested to make them known to me, as I design shortly to distribute the estate of the said Nat Venable among his legatees. RICH'D. N. VENABLE, Exor of Natl. Venable, sen. Prince Edward Jan 2, 1806.
General Office of Insurance. JANUARY 8th, 1806. THE general meeting of the Mutual Insurance Company against Fire on Goods and Furniture, in the state of Virginia, which took place this day, agreeably to notice previously given, in the public papers, was too thin to authorise any proceedings, as to the general concerns of the company. The meeting was therefore adjourned until 10 o'clock in the morning of Tuesday the fourth day of next month. As the affairs of the company are in such a state as to require immediate attention, and as most of the members are now liable to incur all the disadvantages of the institution, without a possibility of being, in any degree, benefited by it, should any accident occur to them, it is earnestly hoped, as a matter of the first consequence to their individual interests, that they will be pointed in attending the said meeting, either personally or by proxy. Wm. H. Fitzwhylson, P. Agent. Richmond tdm
Marshal's Sales. To be Sold, for ready money, under a decree of the Court of the United States for the 5th Circuit in the Virginia District, between Phineas Bond, attorney for the creditors of Ezekiel Edwards, plff. and David Ross and others defts in order to raise the sum of dollars 967 89, due and payable on the first day of July, 1805 and the further sum of dollars 16666 66, due and payable the first day of January, 1806, that valuable and well known estate in the county of Botetourt, called FORT LEWIS , stated by said Ross to contain 2608 acres. The sale will take place on the premises on the 27th day of February next. Also, on the 4th day of March next, will be sold, under the aforesaid decree, at the Oxford Iron Works, in the county of Campbell, a number of valuable SLAVES . Ben. Mosby, D. M. for Jos. Scott, M. V. D. January 13, 1806.
HENING'S New Virginia Justice, Containing the Duties of a Justice of Peace, &c together with a variety of useful precedents, adapted to the laws now in force. Also, forms of conveyancing, such as deeds of bargain and sale, lease & release, mortgage, trust, &c FOR SALE AT A. PLEASANTS' BOOK-STORE
ANDREW STEVENSON , in addition to the Courts of King William and Hanover, practices Law in the County Court of New Kent. 4t
DISTRICT OF VIRGINIA, TO WIT: BE it remembered, that on the thirtieth day of January, in the thirtieth year of the Independence of the United States of America, John Seabrook of the said District, being first duly sworn, deposes and says that he is the author of the Map or Plan of the City of Richmond, the right whereof he claims as author in the words following to wit: "A Map, or Plan of the City of Richmond, By JOHN SEABROOK." In conformity to the act of the Congress of the United States, entitled "An act for the encouragement of learning by securing the copies of maps, charts, and books to the authors and proprietors of such copies during the term therein mentioned."
Wm. Marshall, Clerk of Virginia District. Proposals for publishing the above Map, or Plan may be seen at all the Book-Stores in this city; where gentlemen wishing to possess themselves of one or more impressions thereof, are respectfully invited to bestow their encouragement at an early period, that the proprietor may be the better enabled to have the work executed with neatness and dispatch. The proprietor presumes it obvious to every one, that in a primary work of this nature, there will be many difficulties to surmount, much labor to be borne, and inevitable expense incurred, whilst the reward is in prospect; which though never so far and flattering, may nevertheless prove deceptions, and disappoint his well founded hopes; to obviate which calamity in a degree, a small part of the premium is stipulated for in advance; the terms being six dollars, one of which to be paid at the time of subscribing, and the balance when the plan is delivered. Should the proprietor be advised thereof, he will transmit his proposals to some of the principal cities and towns within the state—in the mean time any gentleman at a distance willing to encourage the undertaking by becoming a subscriber thereto, shall be considered such by directing a letter to the proprietor expressive of that will. Richmond, January 10, 1806.
A Valuable Manufacturing MILL TO RENT. ON Monday the 6th day of March next, will be rented to the highest bidder, for one year, that valuable Manufacturing and Grain MILL, in the county of Amelia, belonging to the estate of the late Col. John Royall, dec. It is situated near the mouth of a never failing stream, almost immediately upon the river Appomattox, distant about 45 miles from Petersburg, and 40 from Manchester. This mill possesses the great advantage of an abundant supply of water throughout the driest season, and its local situation is such as to afford it complete protection against the highest freshests we have yet known. The toll on corn he receives annually to 200 barrels and upwards. There is one pair of Bur stones and one set of Bolting cloths, both of which are of very superior quality, and the whole works have lately undergone a thorough repair. The flour manufactured here and sent to Petersburg and Richmond for sale, has uniformly commanded as much, and in many instances more, than flour made any where else. Attached to the mill are about 23 acres of land, upon which has lately been erected a commodious store and lumber house, cooper's shop, blacksmith's shop, stables, and some other out houses, all of which will be rented with the mill. A mercantile establishment at this place connected with the manufacturing business, it is believed would succeed very well. The above property will be rented upon the premises. Bond and security will be required to carry interest from the date if not punctually paid. William Royall, Guardian of the Orphans. January 8th, 1806.
NOTICE. THE Court of Appeals having decided that the Lottery for the benefit of William and Mary College should be redrawn, the commissioners thereof notify the Public, that they have accordingly, taken measures to carry the same into effect; that every precaution has been used, which was necessary to conduct the Lottery to a fair and speedy conclusion, and that the drawing will commence on Wednesday the 15th inst. at the Exchange Coffee House, in the Borough of Norfolk: And in order that as complete justice as the cases will admit, may be done to adventurers in the Lottery, it is hereby further notified, 1st That the holders of Tickets, which have been received in payment of prizes supposed to be drawn, have it in their option, either to pay for the same, or to return them to Mr. Greenhow in Williamsburg, or to Mr. Newsum, in Norfolk, on or before the commencement of the drawing. 2d That in cases where Tickets were sold for more than ten dollars, the surplus, if received, shall, on application, be refunded; or, such tickets may be returned to the Commissioners above named, on or before the time last mentioned. Tickets may be had of Mr. Greenhow in Williamsburg, and of Mr. Newsum, in Norfolk. (Signed) On behalf of the Commissioners, JAMES MADISON, Chairman. Williamsburg, January 7, 1806.
Buckingham County. I once more forewarn all persons from taking an assignment, or trading for two BONDS of mine, executed to John Hardy; one for five hundred dollars and made payable in the month of April, 1805—the other for 100 dollars, and payable in the month of August, 1806; the said Hardy having failed to comply with his bond executed to me for a title to a certain tract of land. January 13th, 1806. David Patteson.
Notice. PROPOSITIONS will be received by the Executive, for the purchase of EIGHT CONDEMNED NEGROES, reprieved for transportation, under the act "to empower the Governor to transport slaves condemned, when it shall be deemed expedient."
FOR SALE, THE HOUSE and LOT, on Shockoe Hill, lately occupied by Mr. William Berkeley, and at present occupied by Mr. Andrew Troun. For terms, apply to Will. W. Dickinson. Richmond, 14th Jan. 1806.
A few TICKETS in the William & Mary College Lottery, new drawing in Norfolk, for sale at this office.
Family Bibles, School Bibles and Nonpariel Testaments.
M. CAREY, RESPECTFULLY informs the BOOKSELLERS throughout the Union, that he is now enabled to furnish the common Family Bibles by the single hundred, at as low a rate as they can be printed for, in editions of 4000 at a time, when the expense of composition is incurred for each edition. It is unnecessary to mention the heavy advances those large Editions require during their progress, and the great delay unavoidably attendant on them, at least eighteen months or two years. These are considerations that cannot escape the observation of those interested in the business, and which have been duly felt by such as have been concerned in the Editions heretofore printed in this country. It is not by any means the publisher's intention to depreciate or deary any works of the kind, either American or imported. But he begs leave to observe, that there are more curious and useful additions of Tables, &c. to be found in his Bibles, than in any edition—and the marginal references are thrice as numerous as in the Bibles usually imported or published here. M. Carey's standing School Bible has been carefully read over, and all the battered and damaged letters removed. It is at least equal to any offered for sale in this country. The terms of sale are liberal as to price and credit. Testaments printed on Nonpariel Types, and on excellent paper, to be had as above.
A Valuable Establishment FOR SALE. M. CAREY intending to devote his attention chiefly to the manufacture of the above three articles, offers for sale on very liberal terms, his Miscellaneous assortment of BOOKS & STATIONARY, in whole or in part, as may suit the purchaser; and if necessary will give a lease for a few years of his store, No. 122, Market-street, which as a stand is inferior to few in this city. This holds out a very advantageous opportunity for a young man, possessed of a moderate capital, and capable of giving the necessary security. To such a person the payments will be made easy. 3.
FOR SALE, BY THE SUBSCRIBERS, First quality Jamaica Segar Second do Santa Cruz ditto First and second quality leaf ditto Best green coffee Old Antigua Rum New England ditto Cognac Brandy Peach ditto Rhenish Gin Calvados, Fine and Co's superior Choclate Fresh London mustard Basket, Salt, Pepper White Ginger, Pimento and Nutmegs Mauritque Noyau Box Raisins and Currants Citra Selt shell Almonds Brimstone Mauder & ground Ginger in small kegs Logwood Turkey Cotton Best Bontam Indigo A general assortment of STONE & EARTH-EN WARE. New-York Candles & Soap Madeira, Port, Sherry, Tenet and Malaga Wine China Bowls from 1 to 6 quarts Tea and coffee Cups & Saucers Cin Cely Glases Pint, half pint and gilt Tumblers Quart, pint and half pint Decanters Green and white Quart and pint Pocket Bottles Henry the VIII and Merry Andrew Cards Imperial, Young Hy son and Souchong Tea FF and F Gunpowder Patent Shot assorted Thos. Leup's Snuff Pint Night Lamps Lipped Stoved Salt in Sacks and Loose Pickled Salmon and Mackerel in half bar. EXPECTED, A quantity of common N. E. and Bullocks CHEESE. November 25th, 1805. Fisher & Lesueur. wtf
Land for Sale. THE subscriber offers for sale, 950 acres of that valuable tract of LAND, belonging to the late Col. Bernard Markham, dec. about three miles above Manchester and lying upon the river affording several very convenient mill seats; this tract possesses many advantages which would be considerable to a purchaser. It is now under high cultivation, inclosed in a good fence and well watered; two thirds of the above tract is covered with valuable timber, and lies convenient either to the turnpike or river. The above land if not disposed of privately, prior to the 1st day of May, will then be offered at public auction, on the premises, in lots to suit purchasers. Any person wishing to view it, will be shown it by the subscriber, or in his absence by William Bowles residing thereon. December 24th, 1805. George Markham. wtmmy
IN CHANCERY. Thomas Crutcher and Seabert Crutcher, children of Wm. Crutcher, dec. Charles Foshee and Luc. his wife, Heav. Ficklin and Susannah his wife, John Foshee and Sarah his wife, Elizabeth Sneed widow of Fielding Sneed, dec. Coleman Crutcher, Wm. Crutcher and Robert Crutcher, children of Hugh Crutcher dec. Henry Crutcher, Mareaver Tureman, Mary Sneed, Lonsford Pitts and Elizabeth his wife, and Sarah Crutcher, against Thomas Crutcher, exor of Thomas Crutcher, dec. Richard Sale, Reuben Chapman, Christopher Blackbourn, Ambrose Blackbourn, Leonard Click, Charles Hoverton, admr. of Leonard Crutcher dec. Lucetta Grun, widow of Jesse Grun, dec. George Isbell and Thomas Crutcher, of Sarah Crutcher, dec. defts. That on Saturday, being the 5th day of April, we shall attend at Toomes's Oil Tavern, in Caroline county, between the hours of 10 and 4, to take the depositions of Marke Boleware, Henry Motley, John Anderson and John Vaughan, to be read in court as witnesses. Thomas Crutcher. Seabert Crutcher. Coleman Crutcher. January 1st, 1806. w3t*
TAKE NOTICE, By virtue of a deed of trust from Lewelling Jones of Prince Edward, and Edward Jones of Nottingham, to Samuel Carter, at Carter & Booker's store in Prince Edward county, on Monday the 10th of March next, one NEGRO MAN, named Salisbury, twelve head of CATTLE and one black Mare, to satisfy the debt therein mentioned. THE TRUSTEE. December 10, 1805. w8t
Morocco Poket Books Is just received and for sale at this Office. Will be Sold,
Land for Sale. I wish to sell the PLANTATION whereon I now live, containing between 5 and 600 acres of fertile well timbered land, lying on both sides of Skimino creek, six miles from Williamsburg. On it is a good dwelling house, 40 by 20 feet in length and breadth, with two rooms and a pleasant passage below; necessary out houses; a large apple orchard of young thriving well chosen trees; also a variety of other fruit; and a spring of excellent water. Few situations in the lower country rival this for health and pleasantness. It is also desirable for its contiguity to oysters, fish and wild fowl. I will also sell a valuable MILL on said creek, at the head of tide water from which place boats of considerable size may be navigated with little expense into York river, which is only about 3 miles from the mill—this mill is of the underset construction, couple geared, works two pair of stones, one a pair of Welch peak, famed for producing meal of superior quality, the other a pair of first rate burrs with machinery complete for manufacturing flour. For further particulars apply to Thomas & Amos Ladd of Richmond, Robert Greenhow, Williamsburg, or to JAMES BATES, on the premises. York County, 12 Month, 29th, 1805. w4t
FOR SALE, MY tract of land, in Goochland County, on the waters of Lickinghole Creek, about 43 miles from Richmond and six miles from Cartersville; containing about 600 acres, of which 50 acres are creek low grounds, the greater part of which is well ditched. About two thirds of the land is cleared and in good order for cropping, with all necessary houses for a family and a farm. For terms apply to me on the premises, or to Mr. Arch'd Byre, Jr. William Britt. Goochland, Dec. 18, 1805. w8t
At a Court continued and held for Halifax county, the twenty-ninth day of November, 1805. Berynann Green and Nancy his wife, late Nancy Terry, daughter of Nathaniel Terry, deceased, plaintiffs. Against William Terry, son and executor of Nathaniel Terry, dec. Joseph Terry, Nathaniel Terry, James Thompson and Polly Thompson his wife, late Polly Terry, Robert Terry, Keeble Terry and Sarah his wife, the said Joseph, Nathaniel, Polly, Robert and Sarah being also children of Nathaniel Terry deceased; John Martin who married Elizabeth Dickerson another child of the said Nathaniel Terry, dec & who has departed this life, John Chaney & Sarah Royall his wife, late Sarah Royall Martin, Marshall Martin, Nathaniel Terry Martin, John Elmore and Nancy his wife, late Nancy Martin, William Martin, Polly Martin, John Martin, Edmund Martin and Abraham Martin, the said Sarah Royall, Marshall, Nathaniel Terry, Nancy, William, Polly, John, Edmund and Abraham, being children of the said John Martin and Elizabeth Dickerson his wife, and the said William, Polly, John, Edmund and Abraham being infants under the age of twenty one years. The defendants John Martin, John Chaney and Sarah Royall his wife, John Elmore and Nancy his wife, Marshall Martin and Nathaniel Terry Martin, not having entered their appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court; and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that they are not inhabitants of this country; On the motion of the plaintiffs by their counsel, it is ordered, that the said defendants do appear here on the fourth Monday in March next and answer the bill of the plaintiffs and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some newspaper, or published in the city of Richmond for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the courthouse of this county. A copy—Teste, John Wimbish, c. h. c.
Lost or Mislaid, ROBERT ANDERSON's acceptance to Richard Anderson's order on him in our favor (or in favor of John Hobson, jr. a present it is not collected which) for thirty-seven pounds ten shillings, dated 27th May, 1805. All persons are cautioned against trading for the same, as proper steps have been taken to prevent the payment to any but the subscribers. Hobson & St. John. New Canton, 13th Jan. 1806. w6t
JUST RECEIVED, From Dr. Church's Dispensary New-York, and for sale at this Printing-Office, a fresh supply of the following Patent Medicines: CHURCH'S COUGH DROPS, A medicine unequalled by any in the world, for the cure of coughs, colds, asthma & consumptons. PATHOSA LOZENGES, For the voice, hoarseness, colds, coughs, &c. &c. CHEMICAL ESSENCE AND EXTRACT OF MUSTARD, For the cure of the rheumatism, gout, rheumatic gout, palsy, white swelling, chilblains, &c. ANODYNE ESSENCE, for the head-ache. VOLATILE TINCTURE, for the tooth-ache. THE BOTANICAL TEA. INFALLIBLE GERMAN CORN PLAISTER, For the cure of corns. CHURCH'S ANAEPITIC FEMALE PILLS. SCOTCH OINTMENT, Cures the most inveterate itch in four hours without Mercury. EYE SALVE, for all disorders of the eyes. ARTISCORRUBUTIC TINCTURE, For the teeth, breath, and scurvy in the gum- ESSENCE OF SCURVY-GRASS, For preventing and curing the sea & land scurvy VERMIFUGE LOZENGES, For destroying worms in children & grown persons. ANTISPASMODIC ELIXIR, For the cure of all kinds of Fits. CORDIAL RESTORATIVE BALSAM, For nervous disorders, debility, inward weakness, &c. &c. VEGETABLE LOTION, For the face and skin, freckles, sun-burns, prickly heat, ring worms, tetter, &c. &c. DR. CHURCH'S ANTIBILIOUS PILLS, For the cure of malignant and bilious fevers, dyspepsy, jaundice, costiveness, acidity, cholera morbus, gravel, indigestion, loss of appetite, and all disorders of the head, stomach and bowels. THE GENUINE PATENT ALTERNATIVE PILLS, For the cure of scurvy, cutaneous disorders, the venereal disease, &c. HOOPER'S FEMALE PILLS. ESSENCE OF PEPPER MINT,