Virginia Argus (Richmond, Va.), 1805-06-12 00:00:00

VIRGINIA ARGUS
[Vol. XII.]
A FREE PRESS MAINTAINS THE SOVEREIGNTY OF THE PEOPLE.
[1163.]
RICHMOND:—PRINTED (ON WEDNESDAYS AND SATURDAYS) BY SAMUEL PLEASANTS, JUNIOR, PRINTER TO THE COMMONWEALTH.
[Four Dollars Per Annum...paid in advance.]
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12, 1805.
[12 1-2 Cents Single.]
Just Received and for Sale at this office.
HISTORY
OF THE CIVIL WAR IN IRELAND: CONTAINING An impartial account of the proceedings of the Irish Revolutionists, from the year 1782, until the suppression of the intended Revo- lution. TO WHICH IS PREFIXED, A GEOGRAPHICAL AND HISTORI- CAL ACCOUNT OF IRELAND.
By the Rev JAMES GORDON.
With copious additions and corrections from va- rious Authors upon this subject; particularly prepared for this first American edition.
FOR SALE,
ONE undivided third of that most valuable estate, held in common by Messrs. Josiah Collins, Nathaniel Allen, and the heirs of Samuel Dickinson, deceased, commonly call- ed the Lake Company. The said estate con- sists of 53,000 acres of land, in Washington county, N. C. lying between the Canal and Long- acre, binding on Lake Phelps, Pungo Lake, and the head of Pungo river. Also, 5000 acres of land in Gun neck, near Little Alligator river, in Tyrell county.—The above lands are equal, if not superior in fertility of soil to any land in the state; no part of them are subject to freshes or over- flowings from said lakes or rivers; but a very considerable part may be laid under water, or kept perfectly dry, at pleasure, by means of said canal. This canal, formerly cut by said compa- ny to join the waters of Lake Phelps to Scupper- nong river, is 20 feet wide, 6 feet deep, and af- fords an excellent navigation to the distance of 6 miles, on one side of the first tract; on it and on the lake is the plantation containing about 250 acres of cleared land in a high state of cultiva- tion—The produce in general is for one acre, in wheat, about 30 bushels, in rice from 50 to 60 ditto, and in Indian corn in good seasons, about 61 1-2 ditto, making the whole crop together. In dry seasons being has been very productive.
On the plantation is a Rice Machine in com- plete order in a building 72 feet long, 42 feet wide, and four stories high. Also a Grist Mill with a pair of stones forem, and a pair of stones for wheat, with two bolting cloths, &c. Also a Treshing Machine in excellent order.
There is a Saw Mill which is now repairing to carry one saw, and is intended to be in the same frame with a merchant mill to carry 3 or 4 pair of stones for manufacturing flour, &c. There is a good dwelling house two stories high, and all sorts of out houses, besides two barns and sta- bles, &c.
There are 63 Negroes above 12 years of age, amongst them are tradesmen of different kinds— Also 33 Negroes under 12 years of age.
There are carpenter's, cooper's and black- smith's tools, besides every kind of plantation utensils, in good order. Horses, hogs, sheep, and about 100 head of cattle. Three large flats for the use of the canal, &c. &c.
The medium crops when making rice and corn, is from 220 to 230 casks of rice, 6000 bushels each; from 3 to 600 barrels corn.
Do. when making wheat, from 160 to 190 casks of rice, from 3 to 400 barrels of corn, 1300 bushels of wheat.
Lumber from the saw mill when employed with two saws, has sold from 2500 to 3000 dol- lars yearly, employing 12 hands.
Flax, cotton, and hemp, are not included. The rice has sold from 5 to 600 dollars per hun- dred these several years past.
Were there forty hands more on the planta- tion, the profits might be reckoned at least one third, if not one half more, for each hand, and for as many more as could be put on it.
Certified by THOS. TROTTER, Superintendent.
Mr. Nathaniel Allen, of the town of Edenton, and one of the company, being desirous to sell his interest in said property, has authorised the subscriber to dispose of the same in his behalf, and has put into his possession all the necessary documents for the information of the persons de- siring or inclined to purchase—the terms of pay- ment are, one fourth down, on the execution of the deed or deeds of conveyance, the remainder at two annual and equal payments, to be secured in the most unexceptionable way.
The manner in which said property has been managed since the year 1787, when the compa- ny was formed, makes it a most desirable ac- quisition to gentlemen of capital, and by far out- weighs the inconveniences attending property held in common, as a superintendent having the management and direction of the whole, with one or two overseers under him, renders it unneces- sary for the proprietors to be at any further trou- ble concerning said estate, than an annual settle- ment.—It will further appear by the above state- ment furnished from the company's books by Mr. Trotter, the present superintendent, that the yearly produce of 250 acres now under tillage amounts to between 8 and 10,000 dollars annu- ally, and that were 40 or 50 more working hands put on the said estate, the profits would nearly be double, with hardly any additional expense, as a much larger quantity of land might be laid under cultivation, with nearly the charges of the pre- sent farm. Any application by post to the sub- scriber, who resides near Plymouth, Washington county, North Carolina, or to Mr. Allen himself, or Mr. Stephen Cabarrus, of Edenton, will be duly attended to, and any further information, if required, will be cheerfully imparted.
JOHN ROULHAC, My at Law.
Plymouth, (N. C.) May 13, 1805. w3t
* See Guthrie's Geography improved, 2d vol. page 514, Philadelphia edition, April, 1795.
Just received and for sale at S. Pleasants'
Book-Store, near the Bridge.
THE FOLLOWING GENUINE
Patent Medicines.
Hill's Balm of Honey | obstinate eruptions, &c. Turlington's Balsam | British Oil Gosfrey's Cordial | Hooper's Female Pills Essence of Peppermint | Anderson's Scots do. Sirens Opodeldoc | The celebrated Specific Oriental Cerate, for the | Pills, for the cure of cure of outward piles, | the outward and in- scalds, sore legs, burns, | ward Piles.
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 of- fices; on one an excellent garden well enclosed, and the other containing one acre, with a good post and rail fence.—For further particulars en- quire 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.
HART AND SOUTHGATE,
OPPOSITE the Scale House, at the Head of the Basin, Richmond—Offer for SALE, on the lowest terms, for Cash, Produce, or Negotiable Notes.
French Brandy, | Chocolate, Spanish ditto | Spices, Hollands Gin, | Molasses, Antigua Rum, | Soap and Candles, W. Island do. | Gunpowder, New England do. | Patent Shot, Peach Brandy, | Cut Nails from 3d to Apple do. | 20d, Whiskey, | Corn, Cider by the barrel, | Meal, Brown & Loaf Sugar, | Bacon, Coffee, | Butter, Tea, | Lard, And a great variety of other articles usually sold by Grocers.
GOODS received on STORAGE—Country Produce and Imported Merchandise sold on Commission. eph w3t
JESSE HOLLINGSWORTH & SON,
COUNTY WHARE,
HAVE FOR SALE,
Imperial Teas, in qr chests and | Of late im- boxes, | portations Hyson, | and first Young Hyson, | quality. Hyson Skin, | Long and Short Yellow Nankens Cognac Brandy, 4th proof, old and fine Jamaica Rum Sugar Molasses Salt Cologne Millstones, from 3 ft. 5 in. to 4 ft. 9 in. Hand ditto Pistols of Paris Bar-Iron and Nail Rods Castings Millington and Crowley London Steel German and Country ditto Baltimore, May 24, 1805. 8t
FOR SALE,
BY virtue of a deed of trust executed by John Mullens, jun. to me, to secure the payment of a debt due Brown, Rives & Co. will be Sold, to the highest bidder, for ready money, at William Michie's on Thursday the twenty- seventh day of June next, sundry Property, viz
One tract or parcel of LAND, ly- ing in this county, containing 50 acres, adjoining the lands of Samuel Whitts, John Rodes, jun. and Child, one Negro Woman named Lucy, and her Negro Woman named Sarah; one Negro Fel- low named Davy, &c. agreeable to deed of trust Martin Dawson, trustee. Milton, Alb. co. May 24th, 1805. 4w
TO RENT,
A BRICK HOUSE, adjoining the old City Tavern, well calculated for a Dry Goods Store. Apply to Gallego, Richard & Co. May 29th, 1805. 1t
LAND FOR SALE.
IN pursuance of an order of the high court of chancery for the Richmond dis- trict, will be sold, at Public Auction, on Monday the 15th day of July next, on the premises;
A Valuable Tract of Land,
On the Little Bird Creek, in the county of Goochland, belonging to the estate of the late William Anderson of London, dec. and known by the name of Massie's; containing by a late survey, 2,312 1-2 acres, divided into four lots of nearly equal extent; about two thirds of this tract, is now in woods which is good tobacco land, and the part cleared has been but little worn.
Terms of sale will be one fourth in ready mo- ney, & three as usual installments for the balance. Bonds with approved security and a deed of trust upon the land will be required, to carry interest from the date if not punctually paid.
Those inclined to view the land before the day of sale, will be shown it by Mr. George Toler or Mr. William Toler, adjoining, who can give information of the manner in which the lots are laid off.
BENJAMIN TOLER, Agent in fact for the Execu- tor of William Anderson, dec. Hanover, 3d June, 1805. ids.
TEN DOLLARS REWARD.
LOST, on Saturday last (in Hen- rico Court House, or in the streets between that and the residence of the subscriber.)
A BUNDLE OF PAPERS,
Marked "Henrico May Term, 1805" Within this bundle, were Manifests for twenty hogsheads of Tobacco, sundry Accounts, Notes and other Documents, relative to suits depending in that court, and were subdivided into six bundles, and marked 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th day.
Those papers cannot be of any possible utility to any one except the subscriber and his clients—the Tobacco mentioned in the manifests having been some time since delivered by the Inspectors at Shococke warehouse, and shipped.
Upon a delivery of those papers, I will give the above reward, and ask no questions in rela- tion to them. But if Stolen, I will give one hun- dred DOLLARS for such information as may lead to a conviction of the culprit.
SAML. MCRAW. Richmond, May 17, 1805. 1f
Foolscap & Letter Paper
For sale at this office.
MAP OF VIRGINIA.
GENTLEMEN holding subscrip- tion papers to the MAP OF VIRGINIA, are particularly requested to return them by the mail (if no private opportunity should immediately of- fer) to the subscriber, in Petersburg, with the subscription money received. The work is now in the hands of the engraver, & will be completed as early as possible. The proprietors, in order to render this work the more valuable, in order to render the whole of the state of Ohio, instead of a part as formerly advertised. The view of Richmond, taken by Mr. Bossier, the person en- gaged to engrave the Map, is acknowledged to be a correct and interesting landscape, and will add much to the elegance and utility of the work. William Prentiss. Petersburg June 3, 1805. 3t
NOTICE.
ALL persons having claims on the estate of John Digges, dec. are requested to make them known to Wm. H. Digges, on or before the 25th day of November next, who will make provision for payment. This notice will be plead in bar by the executors against all claims that may be demanded of them after that date. Wm. H. Digges, } Ex'rs. John Digges, } Amherst, 4th May, 1805. 4w
MR. PETICOLAS, PROFESSOR OF MU-
SIC, HAS FOR SALE,
A New Grand PIANO FORTE.
Apply at his residence, opposite Mr. Copland's office on the Capitol hill. June 4th, 1805. 2w
JUST RECEIVED,
And ready for delivery to subscribers at the Book Store and Printing Office of S. Pleasants, Jr. Richmond.
THE HISTORY OF THE DECLINE AND FALL OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE.
By EDWARD GIBBON.— IN EIGHT VOLUMES. Also, some copies for sale, at the same place June 4.
WHISKEY?
TALIAFERRO and DICKIN- SON, near the basin, keep a constant supply of Whiskey, distilled west of the Blue Ridge. R. Impnd, June 5, 1805. 3m
LAND FOR SALE.
THE subscribers living in this place, have for sale, a tract of LAND, lying in the county of Louisa and adjoining Yanceyville, containing two hundred and fourteen and one half acres, more or less. The land is well tim- bered and the same which was sold under a deed of trust from Francis Lockert, deceased. A cre- dit of one year will be given the purchaser, on securing the payment, bearing interest from the date if not punctually paid. Lyle & McCredie. Manchester, June 1, 1805. 3w
BY THE GOVERNOR OF THE COMMONWEALTH
OF VIRGINIA,
A PROCLAMATION.
WHEREAS it duly appears to the executive that GEORGE DILLARD, charged by the inquisition of a coroner with the murder of Henry Willmore, late of the county of King and Queen, hath fled from justice—I have therefore thought fit, with the advice of the coun- cil of state to issue this proclamation, hereby of- fering a reward of One Hundred Dollars, to any person or persons who shall apprehend the said George Dillard, and convey him before the cor- oner or a justice of the peace for the county afore- said, to be committed to jail for examination, touching the said murder. And I do moreover enjoin all officers, civil and military, and exhort the good people of the commonwealth, to use their best endeavors to apprehend the said George Dillard, that he may be dealt with as, in such cases, the law directs.
Given under my hand as Governor, with the seal of the commonwealth annexed, at Richmond, this 5th day of June, in the (L. S.) year of our Lord, one thousand eight hun- dred and five, and of the commonwealth the twenty ninth.
(Signed) JOHN PAGE.
GEORGE DILLARD is five feet eight or nine inches high, tolerable fair complexion, short black hair, dark eyes, well set, and somewhat droops in the shoulders, slow and soft of speech and of a smiling countenance when speaking, about twenty four or twenty five years of age; when he ab- sconded, he had a large sorrel horse, about five feet high, some white feet, large white spot in his forehead and a snip on the nose.
Fifteen Dollars Reward.
RUN AWAY from the subscriber living in Amherst county, four miles be- low the courthouse, on the night of the 17th inst. a negro man named MAJOR, who was formerly the property of a Mr. Hide (merchant in Orange county,) afterwards sold to George Quishingbury, then to the subscriber. Said negro is about 22 years old, yellow complexion, full face, thick lips well set, bow legged, about 5 feet high, very short fingers, with a scar on his left hand below the finger joints—also, another scar against his eye, and one of his fore teeth out; he had on when he went away an ozanbungs shirt and pantaloons, and carried with him one pair striped breeches, a grey coat and pantaloons, and a blanket. He took with him a likely sorrel horse, with a star in his forehead and a small stripe down to his nose, shod before, and I believe is branded with a C on his thigh. Said negro is well acquainted in many parts of Virginia, being formerly Mr. Hide's range country at the said Quishingbury's, and I suppose he will be lurking about that place.— Whoever will apprehend the said negro and re- turn him with the horse, to the subscriber, shall receive the above reward, and all reasonable charges paid by James Stevens, Jr. Amherst county, May 18, 1805. 6w
From the National Intelligencer.
Examination of the question "In what does true republicanism consist?"
[CONTINUED.]
Having examined some of the prom- inent points, on which genuine republicans may differ, without rendering themselves objects of suspicion, we are brought to the second division of our subject; the points on which a correspondence of opinion is essential. This view opens a wide field of enquiry, too extensive to be fully occupied at this time. The very nature of the enquiry, however, supercedes the necessity of much detail either of argu- ment or fact on the several points of a- greement; as they must inevitably be such as do not admit of any considerable diver- sity of opinion among republicans; and if the points specified be such, an immediate acquiescence may be relied on.
We venture to lay down these general propositions: that genuine republicanism consists in,
1. A mutual toleration of opinion. 2. In discussing the propriety of propo- sed measures, under a sacred respect for truth, and the influence of an unprejudi- ced and unbiassed judgment. 3. In resolutely going, however at vari- ance with preconceived ideas, whatever length reason and the public welfare re- quire. 4. In a devotion to liberty evinced not so much in our abstract ideas of gov- ernment, because the best & wisest men will differ on these points, as by the general tenor of our sentiments and actions. Con- sequently a true republican will neither by word or deed say or do any thing which shall infringe the rights of conscience, or the freedom of action in his fellow men, which is not flagrantly inconsistent with the general welfare. 5. In the habitual manifestation of res- pect for republican institutions and the people. 6. In an habitual and cheerful submis- sion to the will of the people as expressed by a majority. 7. In a stronger attachment to mea- sures than men, in an attachment so strong as to prevent a violation of the former from a regard to the latter. 8. In a cautious abstinence from the ex- ercise of all unnecessary power, leaving to individuals the unmolested pursuit of their own concerns, wherein it does not injure others. 9. In the imposition of light taxes on ordinary, and of equal taxes on all occa- sions. 10. In the habitual maintenance of peace, unless driven to arms by the sys- tematic and deliberate aggressions of an enemy. 11. In strenuous and persevering ex- ertions, by promoting education and the arts, to raise the poor to a state of comfort and independence, and to enlighten the whole community, so as to render them better a- ble to enjoy personal happiness and main- tain social rights.
I will not say that these are all, or even the greater part of the traits which charac- terise a genuine republican; but I will say that he who possesses them is a genuine republican, however he may think or act either in private or public life on subor- dinate points. It will be perceived that these traits necessarily imply a sincere conviction that all legitimate power is derived from the people, and that its only honest exercise is in the promotion of their hap- piness.
Let us rapidly review these several traits.
First: A mutual toleration of opinion is an essential ingredient in the character of a republican. Were I called upon to name the cardinal point of republicanism, pre- eminent above all others, I would name this. Without it freedom is but a name, an ignis fatuus , that may hurry us into difficulties and dangers, but can never lead us to any useful result. He who de- nies freedom of opinion to others neces- sarily arrogates to himself superior intel- ligence or virtue, to all around him; and without, perhaps, always perceiving it himself, lays the first foundation stone of a monarchy or aristocracy. Whence is it, that free states have perished, but from the inordinate ambition of a few men, who have not rested satisfied, until they pro- strated all opposition to their views? what was the first indication of this ambition, but intolerance of opinion, overbearing and menacing whatever crossed or thwarted it?
Let us analyse the ingredients of which such a spirit is generally composed. It is founded on the belief of the individual that he is possessed of high powers, arising from a comparison of himself with those around him. This belief may be just, or it may be unjust. If unjust he can have no claims to superior influence. If just, his talents entitle him to a distinguished lead among his associates. But how is this lead to be gained? By fairly display-
ing hi talents, by laying before his as- sociates or the people the reasons for his o- pinions, by convincing those to whom they are addressed that it is their interest to re- ceive them, and to adopt the measures they recommend. Now, conviction is an act of the mind, that can only be produc- ed by enlightening the judgment, and not by coercion. The appearance of it may be, but the reality never can. Where then, superior powers exist, so far leading to in- tolerance, they disclaim it; they contain within themselves happier means for ac- complishing their purposes. Hence it happens, that a great mind is intolerant. Why should it be? If I may use the ex- pression, it brings its wares to the mar- ket, and every eye at once acknowledges their superior exquisiteness and quality. Seeing is believing.
The fact is that intolerant minds are usually weak; and a secret consciousness of defect is the fruitful parent of deceitful appearances. Such minds, therefore, shrink from scrutiny; they refuse to take the common ground of argument; and they fly from the touch stone of familiar observation.
It may be further remarked that politi- cal intolerance implies a contempt for pub- lic opinion, a belief that the great body of the people are incompetent to judge for themselves.
Let us then cherish a mutual tolerati- on of opinion as the sheet anchor of repub- lican power and national happiness. If one of our associates possess the fore- going traits of character, and especially if these traits have shed lustre over his ac- tions during the periods of political gloom that have so recently passed, let us not, be- cause he does not coincide with us in ev- ery thing, banish him from our commun- ion and confidence. If God has not endowed him with the same happy intuition we en- joy, let us, while we pity the weakness of his head, not denounce the purity of his heart.
Let me not be understood as being de- sirous of removing the necessary lines that distinguish parties in this country. Two great parties exist, whose principles and measures are at war with each other. While each retains its distinctive princi- ple a solid or safe coalition is impossible. The attempt would be ruinous. But let it be recollected that the toleration here inculcated, is confined to republicans, to those who possess in common the forego- ing traits of character; which are pre- cisely those in which the federal party were deficient when in possession of pow- er. While, therefore to that body of men belongs the same freedom of enquiry which has claimed for the republicans, they have no title to our confidence, until they abandon their characteristic sentiments.
True republicanism consists, Secondly, In discussing the propriety of proposed mea- sures, under a sacred respect for truth and the influence of an unprejudiced and un- biassed judgment.
The republican system is the offspring of wisdom and philanthropy. Its sole ob- ject is the public good. Its sole means the wisdom and virtue of the people. Whenever these means do not exist, or these ends fail to be accomplished, repub- licanism is but a name. How then shall these be attained but by diffusing informa- tion? They require not the aid of passion or sophistry. These are the subterfuges of far different systems. The people, to judge correctly, ought to keep their minds cool and unprejudiced. Every man knows that this is the only road to prosperity in private life; and it is equally so in public life.
But, if my actions and motives are as- sailed with malignant fury by a political opponent, who totally regardless of truth calumniates my character, shall I refrain from manifesting my resentment by retalia- tion? This must depend on the nature of the libel and the source from which it flows. In most cases, however atrocious the libel, it will not touch the character at which it is levelled. Scurrility carries with it its own antidote; and such is the debased state of the press, that it is gene- rally considered as the homage paid to distinguished merit.
Cases do undoubtedly occur in which replies are necessary; but there are none in which the vindication of the character of a good and great man requires a resort to scurrility. Let then the enemies of our republican institutions enjoy the un- envied distinction of monopolising defa- mation in all its atrocious hues; and let its friends never adopt the pretext of tyrants, that good ends sanctify bad means.
In the third place, genuine republicanism consists in resolutely going, however at variance with pre-conceived ideas, whatever length reason and the public welfare require.
Under systems founded in error or fraud, it is not surprising that the mere sugges- tion of reform should appal those whose sole claim to power rests upon the conti- nuance of abuse. It is unquestionably to this source that we are to ascribe the hue and cry which have in the old world inva-

riably attended every effort made to effect a change in the existing systems of government. And such has been the fury with which all changes have been opposed, and so powerful the hostile engines put into motion, arising from the consolidated corruption of ages, that even good men have doubted the expediency of attempting them. But are there in this country any such causes? Are our circumstances the least similar to those of the nations of Europe? On the contrary, it is not a distinctive feature of all our political institutions that they ought to change with circumstances; that there is no other criterion of their goodness than their competency to advance the general welfare? Has not, too, every great step we have taken in reforming our constitutions and laws been for the better? Theory, then, and practice concur in enforcing the propriety of the course we have hitherto habitually pursued. The truth is, that our systems of government are but experiments by which the soundness of political principles are tested; and most of them having been more the result of theory than practice may in their full development exhibit numerous and fatal defections. From these considerations, it would seem to be a necessary feature of republicanism to keep in constant view the operation of existing systems, to compare the effects of different systems upon the several communities in which they are established, & at a proper season to transplant into all the principles which have stood the test of fair experiment. In doing this there is, no doubt, the greatest need of circumspection, of reflection, of patriotism. It should never be lost sight of that great effects can rarely be produced without the allowance of considerable time; and that the effort to precipitate them is generally destructive of the good, which, under a more cautious spirit they might produce; that it naturally tends to excite suspicion of the motives, and enmity to those, who are their advocates. On points too, so deeply interesting as the structure of governments, which necessarily affect all ranks and different ages, personal considerations or temporary objects should be studiously avoided. With an abstinence from these feelings, and with a zealous regard for the public welfare, and a mind enlightened by reflection and experience, we have nothing to fear from any plans of reform that may be suggested. Is there not, likewise, one further reason for encouraging such a spirit of investigation? It is universally allowed that the vigilance of the people ought to be habitual. Can this be the case, if there are not objects constantly submitted to them worthy of exciting it?—What objects can be more worthy of exciting it than those which involve the correctness or incorrectness of the elementary principles of their governments? May it not be hoped that in the discussion of these, the feelings of the combatants will be purified of much of that debased spirit which mingles itself with ordinary political collisions, & which has gone so far to degrade the national character in the eyes of the civilized part of mankind. (To be continued.)
ASYLUM FOR AGE. The following article merits the serious attention of our countrymen. The picture it presents is too delightful to the philanthropist, not to awaken his best wishes that similar institutions should be founded in his own country. The love of independence, so intimately connected with our most virtuous feelings, will find ample room for indulgence in participating in their establishment. Interest too will equally enforce it—Nor is there a country on earth in which so small an annual contribution would go so far. By investing the annual contributions in lands, a rapid accumulation of wealth would be ensured. Is not some such plan worthy of the fostering hand of the national government in the organisation of the new states which will soon emerge from the vast territory she possesses? An acre in the thousand would accomplish it; would insure an honorable asylum to age, without any resort to personal contributions; and would confer new honors on the national character. (Nat. Intel.)
FROM YORK'S LETTERS FROM FRANCE. "I happened lately, to fall into company with a gentleman of the name of Duchaila: who during the times of terror, lost all his fortune, and was compelled to shelter himself at Berlin. I soon found that he possessed a sound and inquisitive mind, and was thoroughly conversant in every branch of domestic economy. In the course of our conversation, he enquired whether we had in Great Britain or Ireland, any institutions which offered a retreat for old age. I answered immediately, that they were numberless; and proceeded to enumerate many of our establishments (of which, perhaps, there are more in Britain than in all Europe collectively) for the support of the aged poor. The answer evidently did not satisfy him, and, therefore, he placed his question on a different footing. 'Have you (said he) any institution, wholly independent of charitable purposes, in which male and female persons, after they have reached seventy years of age, or sooner if infirm, can, by right, and without asking the favor of any individual, place themselves, in order to pass the remainder of their days in comfort and repose?' As
I could not recollect any establishment of the kind in England, he immediately said—'Come and dine at my house to-morrow, and I will show you one.' On the next day I waited upon him, and I shall now relate what I saw. "The house of M. Duchaila is most beautifully situated at Chaillo, in the Camps Elysees, about two miles from Paris, commanding a most extensive view of the city, the Seine, and the Camp de Mars. In front, there is a very large and elegant parterre, terminating in an extensive kitchen garden; behind, there is another large house, formerly the monastery of St. Perine, which also belongs to this establishment; and a field, of about four acres, bordered by a well cultivated garden. "In this establishment I found nearly one hundred aged persons, male and female, whose manners and appearance evidently bespoke that they had figured in the genteeler walks of life, and whose countenances indicated the most perfect happiness and contentment. 'This (said he) is the retreat I have established for old age.' "You must now follow me, step by step, with M. Duchaila, into the distribution of all the apartments of his domestic economy. "The chambers occupied by the female part of the society, compose the right wing of the house. Each female has a bed chamber to herself exclusively; and there is one sitting room or parlour appropriated to two females. Their clothing, if required, is found them. "The left wing of the house is occupied by the males, who are distributed in the same manner as the females. Each person having a bed room to himself and a common parlour being allotted to two persons, in which they receive the visits of their relatives and friends without the inconvenience of being obtruded upon by strangers. A husband and wife have a room also to themselves. "Their diet corresponds in every respect with the neatness and simplicity of their apartments. At one o'clock, a plentiful dinner is served up in the hall for the whole society, and at seven they again assemble to supper. Besides a sufficient quantity of meat and vegetables, each person is allowed a pound and a half of bread, the men a bottle of wine, and the women half a bottle daily. "In case of sickness they are removed to a particular part of the house, which is used as an infirmary, where they are provided with every medical assistance, and experience every possible attention; and in case of their decease, they are decently interred in the neighbouring church, at the expense of the society: or elsewhere, at the expense of their friends. "Their time is entirely at their own disposal. They may even employ themselves in any lucrative occupation, provided it does not interfere with the quiet and general rules of the house. I observed that several females were very profitably engaged in needle work for their friends and families. What little pecuniary emoluments they may acquire by their industry, supply them with pocket money. The men usually pass their time in reading, walking in the neighbouring fields, or occasionally working in the garden. In general, I observe they were less active and industrious than the women, but much more devout. "The difference between this institution and hospitals consists in this, the subscriber has a right to the possession of this property for life, acquired by his own economy and labour, and for which he is indebted neither to the compassion, nor to the liberality of others. "A subscription is the essential and indispensable condition of acquiring the right of admission, according to which, every subscriber must pay regularly and punctually, ten pence per month, from tea till thirty years of age; one shilling and three pence per month, from thirty to fifty; one shilling and eight pence per month from fifty to seventy years of age. These different payments will amount to 45l. which must be completely paid before a person can acquire the right of admission. Hence, if any one more than ten years of age, should offer as a subscriber, he or she must deposit, at the time of subscription, and according to his or her age, the sum which would have been paid if the subscription had commenced at ten. In order to give encouragement to benevolence, all persons who may be disposed to subscribe, may transfer their right to as many persons as they have made subscriptions, on condition that the person who shall be benefited by the transfer, shall be, as nearly as possible, of the same age as his benefactor, and that he shall not be admitted before he has reached seventy years of age, and paid the 45l. The transferred subscription is extinguished by the death of the substitute. The funds are placed on securities, and subjected to an administration which is in every respect safe and undeniable.
BOSTON, May 29. Further particulars respecting the Jupiter's Long-Boat. We learn that skipper Wm. Powers, of Marblehead, three days after the Jupiter foundered fell in with her long-boat, having thirty-nine souls on board, viz. the 2d mate, 11 seamen, 1 cabin passenger, 25 steerage passengers, and an infant of 6 months old.—It blowing fresh, and a heavy sea, skipper Wm. Powers, finding it impossible for the boat to board his schooner, hung himself with a rope over the lee quarter, and in that situation, seizing hold
of each person separately took them all on board! In this magnanimous and successful endeavor, the skipper was very considerably chafed and bruised.—Soon after this he fell in with skipper Dennis, of Marblehead, who took half the unfortunate on board, and who has not yet arrived.—10 of the remainder were put on board skipper John Powers, then on a fishing voyage, who gave them full allowance, while his own crew cheerfully submitted to be allowed, and even without hinting their abstinence to the persons they were relieving! In this situation they remained 3 weeks; when they fell in with skipper Alexander Green, bound home who took them on board, paid them every humane attention, and who arrived with them at Marblehead, on Friday evening last. On their arrival, the inhabitants of Marblehead, generously supplied them with clothing, money, &c.; and the citizens of Salem have handsomely subscribed money and clothing for their relief. The provisions on board the long-boat when she left the ship, consisted of 3 hams of bacon, a small bag of bread; 1 1-2 gallons spirits, which was daily served round in a small snuff-box; they had no water, except what they obtained from the ice.—Among the steerage passengers, arrived at Marblehead, is Mr. Ashby, of Battle, near Beaclyhead, England, his wife, 4 daughters, son-in-law, and grand child. In stating the active, humane and generous conduct of the Marblehead skippers, we cannot refrain from expressing a hope, that public generosity will be awakened to their merits and bestow the most suitable reward upon them.
NEW-YORK, June 4. FROM FRANCE. —By a passenger in the brig Alliance, from Nantz, the editors of the New-York Gazette have received the following interesting information: "His majesty the emperor of France and King of Italy, left Paris the 28th March for Milan, there to be crowned King: the 25th of May was appointed for the Coronation. Previous to his leaving Paris he was pleased to order the long pending American claims to be closed, reserving three millions of livres to be applied to any unsubstantiated claims that remained behind; the American minister had given notice to the several American claimants, that he was ready to draw on the American Government for the amounts of their respective awards, in such sums as they should chuse, and in francs. "Mr. Livingston, our late Minister to the French Court, had returned to Paris from Italy, and with his family was expected at Nantz, in order to embark for New-York in the Mississippi, capt. H. Skidmore, to sail the 10th or 15th of May. "The Pope left Paris the 3d of April. "Gen. Murat has been created a Prince and appointed Grand Admiral of France. "The Toulon Fleet had been out 19 days, when the Alliance sailed. "Business was extremely dull at Nantz, there was a total stagnation; Colonial Produce pouring in from all parts of America, and Lisbon; Coffee 48 sols, Cotton dull. "Some warm notes had passed between Mr. Armstrong the American Minister, and M. Talleyrand, respecting the conduct of the American Government towards Spain. Dispatches respecting which are brought by the Alliance to the Secretary of State. Imperial Napoleon has told Mr. Armstrong, that the Spanish Government cannot nor shall not pay the demands of America at present. "It was reported that Lucien Bonaparte was arrested in Italy, by order of Napoleon. Some said he was in the Temple at Paris. "Admiral Bruix, commander of the Imperial Flotilla at Boulogne, and inspector of the coasts of the Ocean died in Paris the 20th of March, of Grief—in consequence of a blow in the face from the Emperor, during a private audience at the Thuilleries!"
PHILADELPHIA, June 4. The New-York Gazette of yesterday says, "Captain Henry, of the Eliza, in 52 days from Malaga, passed Gibraltar the 10th of April.—On the 13th off cape St. Vincent, fell in with 33 sail of British merchantmen 5 days from Gibraltar, bound home, under convoy of the frigate, and was boarded by a cutter brig, and informed that the Toulon squadron passed Gibraltar on the evening of the 9th, and that Lord Nelson's squadron passed the same night in pursuit of them." The same paper contains the following paragraphs: "Capt. Brown, of the ship Juliana, from Cadiz, has communicated to us the following intelligence for publication: "At the time of my departure from Cadiz, the Eagle, a French 74, two French corvettes, and two Spanish frigates, were ready for sea; and eight sail of the line were fitting out with all expedition. Troops were embarking daily, and a great quantity of ordnance, &c. had been taken on board each ship. The general report was that they were destined for Spanish America, to garrison the line of demarcation between the territories of Spain and of the United States. This report was confirmed to me by one of the officers belonging to the fleet; who added that the French and Spanish ships had made a considerable interchange of officers. "General Moreau was at Cadiz. He waits the arrival of his son from Paris, and intended to have come to New-York in the Juliana. It is said he has received
orders to quit Spain immediately; and this sudden and unlooked for intelligence had a very unfavorable effect on the health of his lady, who was learning the Spanish language with the expectation of being permitted to remain there.
"Gibraltar is tranquil, and has received a reinforcement of two thousand troops from England. The Spaniards keep an army before it, but have attempted nothing. "The British fleet, consisting of five ships of the line, a frigate, and a cutter, were constantly cruising off the harbor, often close in with its mouth; and sometimes nearly within gun shot of the batteries.
"The men of war in the port of Cadiz consisted of St. Trinidad, of 130 guns; St. Anna, 112; Argonaut and St. Rafael, 80 each; Terrible, Glorious, Bahama, Fame, 74 each; America, Espagne, San Leandro 64; Curtilla 60; Madelena frigate 54; and two other frigates, names unknown. "The Governor of Cadiz, under date of the 30th March, directed a notice (of which the following is a translation) to the board of commerce: "In a letter from which I have just now received from vice-admiral Orde, dated yesterday, off this port, he informs me that he has authority to permit neutral vessels, with innocent cargoes & bona fide neutral property to enter and sail freely from this port, and from that of St. Lúcar; but if the said vessels should be wholly or partially loaded with naval or military stores or with provisions and grain, he cannot permit them to enter either of the said ports; & that in consequence he had given the necessary instructions to the ships under his command that this regulation may be complied with."
BARBADOES, May 4. TOULON FLEET. Dispatches were yesterday received here brought by his majesty's ship Mercury, capt. the hon. D. P. Bouvier, from Vice-Admiral Sir John Orde, dated his Majesty's ship Glory, at sea, April 10, 1805, communicating the important intelligence of sudden appearance off Cadiz of the Toulon fleet, consisting of from 20 to 24 sail, eleven or twelve of them of the line, and the rest heavy frigates. This fleet, it appears, was, on the evening of the 9th, close off Cadiz harbour, where one French ship of the line, and six or seven Spanish, were then ready to join them, and three or four more would be in about twenty-four hours. Whether any troops were on board these ships was not known, nor had the destination of this force, after its junction been ascertained; but it was judged to be to the westward, and it was reported that the Spanish ships were bound to the Havanna. The Mercury after delivering her dispatches immediately proceeded to the westward.
June 5. His Danish majesty's charge d'affairs and consul near the United States, gives this public notice to the merchants and traders whom it may concern. That it has been agreed between his majesty the king of Denmark and the powers bordering on the Baltic; that for the future, no merchant vessel coming from the North Sea, and destined to a port in the Baltic, shall be there admitted, unless the captain can produce a certificate from the custom house, by which it is legally proved, that on entering the said sea, whether by the Sound, Streight, or by the Great or small Belt, the vessel has to come to at Helsingør, Nyborg, or Fredericia, and there taken its clearance, and consequently the health office which is established at each of these passages, has, after the usual examination, granted permission to pursue its voyage. In consequence of this arrangement, should any captain bound up the Baltic, omit as formerly, coming to, and taking a clearance at one of the places above mentioned, he will be refused admittance into every other port, and sent immediately back to submit to the examinations and proofs which the said health officer may deem necessary.
PHILADELPHIA, June 1, 1805. NORFOLK, June 3. Capt. Cook who arrived in the Paragon, contradicts the various accounts lately published, of the ports in Jamaica being opened for American vessels.—He adds, that the governor was authorised to open the ports to Americans whenever he thought proper, but, notwithstanding the many remonstrances from the inhabitants, he declined doing so, as he considered there was a sufficiency of provisions in the island for 12 months.—In consequence of this harsh conduct, there was a meeting of the different parishes, when it was resolved that the inhabitants should wear crape for one month, on account of his precluding the American trade.
A gentleman who came passenger in the ship Emily, from Antigua, informs, that off the Spanish Main, the schooner Favorite, capt. Fletcher, belonging to this port, was taken possession of by a British cruiser on account of her register being incorrect, not having designated her figure-head; and after a detention of thirty days was liberated, but not before she was decapitated; however, they had the politeness of sending the head home in the ship! Wanted Immediately, A QUANTITY of SENICA, or RATTLE SNAKE ROOT, and the Virginia or Black Snake Root; for which liberal prices will be given. RICHMOND, June 5th, 1805. BENJ. DU-VAL. Tickets in the William & Mary College Lottery, now drawing in Norfolk, warranted undrawn after the 14th day, are for sale at this office.
VIRGINIA ARGUS. RICHMOND: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12, 1805. RICHMOND PRICE CURRENT. Tobacco, 33 3/4 to 34 3/4 Cash. Wheat, 10s 6d do. Flour, fine, 54s do. Flour, super fine, 60s do. Corn, 31s 6d to 33s do. Hemp, (clean) £ 54 do. Iron, £ 33 do. Wool, 11d do. Whiskey, 6s 9d do. Butter, 1s 6d do.
The following is a copy of a letter received by the Secretary of the Navy, from Midshipman Ogilvie, commanding officer of gun boat, No. 7, built at New-York.
U. S. Gun boat, No. 7, New York, May 31, 1805. SIR, I have the honor to transmit for your information, the following account of my transactions, since the 14th inst. On that day I got under way, in company with the U. S. ship John Adams, and gun boats Nos. 3 and 6, to proceed to the Mediterranean. We kept in company that day and the next; but on the 16th, it came on to blow very fresh in the evening, from E. N. E.—sent down topsail and lower yards, but carrying all other sails to keep up with the frigate. At 11, we lost sight of the frigate and gun boats, owing to its being excessively thick and foggy—Next morning, (and for three days afterwards) the fog continued—no sail in sight, and a high sea running, we now discovered that in consequence of our carrying a press of sail to keep up with the ship, we had sprung our mast, and found it split from the heel to the partners. I immediately had two strong mouldings clapped on below and an iron band above the partners, hoping it would be sufficient to prevent its going farther—but on the 21st, in lat. 37 17, long. 65, I found the mast to be so much weakened, and worked so much, (the split having now got five feet above the deck) I was induced to believe that should we get into a heavy sea, we should inevitably lose it—My only alternative now, was to return, as I thought the consequences might be much worse were we to lose it in the middle of the ocean. I cannot express to you, sir, my mortification, at the unfortunate accident, which has thus in some measure defeated your, and I assure you my wish, to join the squadron as early as possible—But I trust I shall yet be there in time to participate in the glory which I am confident our little navy will acquire this summer, against its enemies—Be assured, sir, nothing shall be wanting on my part to forward her refitting; and by the time I can have the honor to hear from you, I shall be again ready for sea.
No. 7, is a very fine vessel and capable of going to any part of the world—She sails well, holds a good wind, is very stiff, and an excellent sea boat. The other gun boats, I have reason to believe, were separated at the same time with myself, as they were still farther from the ship when I lost sight of her—but there is no doubt of their making their way across in safety. From the time I determined to return, we experienced nothing but head winds and calms—and from the weakness of the mast, we were obliged to be very tender in carrying sail—indeed, had not the mast been made of white pine, it never would have been sprung, with the sail we were then carrying on it. I have the honor to be, Sir, with the most respect, Your obedient servant, P. S. OGILVIE.
We are sorry to state advice received in this city of a contagious fever having again appeared and already made great ravages at Malaga and in other ports of Spain; which threatened calamities more fatal than had afflicted Spain in former years—this information we have received from a source the most unquestionable, and think it our duty to publish it, that the proper officers of the several ports of the United States may be apprized of the fact. (Aurora.)
IMPORTANT! By capt. M'Neal, of the Three Brothers, arrived from Antigua on Thursday, we learn that on the 16th ult. the governor of Antigua had received dispatches from the government of Barbadoes, stating that the combined Spanish and French fleets, consisting of fifty-two sail, has been seen steering westward from the coast of Europe. (Balt. Fed. Gaz.)
COMBINED FLEETS. —On Monday arrived at Alexandria, the schr. Rachel, captain Neal, in 17 days from Porto Rico. Capt. Neal confirms the accounts of the arrival in the W. Indies of the French and Spanish fleets, consisting of 19 sail of line and 10 or 12 frigates. A few days before Captain N. called, a Spanish government brig arrived at Porto Rico, with the information of her having sailed 18 days in company with the fleet, and left it to the windward of Barbadoes. Alex. D. Adee.
Russian Marriages, Deaths, &c. From the 18th of Feb. 1805, to the 18th of Feb. 1804, there were married in Russia, 302,467 couples; died, 791,979; born, 1,279,321. In the number of deaths were—35, between 115 & 120 and 125; 5, between 125 and 130; and 1, of 150 years of age.

W. WARDLAW, IS now opening at his shop on the Main street in Richmond, opposite Mr. Taylor's Vendue Office, a large importation of  MEDICINES, Received directly from London, also a general assortment of  SURGEON'S INSTRUMENTS, SHOP FURNITURE, MECHANICAL AIR MACHINES, PATENT MEDICINES &c. &c. It is his intention to keep, at all times, a supply of Genuine Medicines, sufficient to answer the current demand; which will be sold low for cash or on the usual credit to those who will give him sufficient assurances of punctuality. November 20th, 1804. wtf.
TO PRINTERS. Printing Materials for Sale. LONG PRIMER, Pica, English, Double Line, Two-Line English, French Canon, Four-Line Pica, Five-Line Pica, Seven-Line Pica, Nine-Line Pica, Thirteen-Line Pica, Sixteen-Line Pica, Nineteen-Line Pica. Quotations, Foolscap and Demy Chases, and Cases.  PROSSER & MONCURE, Richmond, March 26, 1805. wtf.
The Celebrated English Stallion,  BUZZARD, SO famous for getting capital racers, is just arrived from London, and will cover mares at my stable, in Greensville county, on Nottoway river, about 6 miles below where the great stage road crosses it, at the lower Cut Bank bridge, at Ten Guineas each, and a Dollar to the groom, to be discharged any time before the 1st day of October next by the payment of forty dollars; but no discount will be made if paid after that day. Buzzard is a chestnut horse of good size, and of excellent blood; for his beauty, shape and appearance I leave others to decide; as a racer, the Calendars declare him most capital, having won (and generally at New Market) 34 races. He is undoubtedly among the best stallions that has ever appeared in England, for the proof of which I beg leave to refer gentlemen to the Racing Calendars of that country, and which are to be seen at his stand. In 1799, the first of Buzzard's stock appeared on the turf; in that year he had five winners, in 1800 he had seven, in 1801 he had fourteen, (several of those won 7 and 8 times each in that year) in 1802 he had sixteen winners, and in 1803 he had twenty-one. This is the last Calendar that has come to hand. It is to be observed, that Buzzard's stock have very generally run at New Market, [where all the best horses go] and many of them have proved uncommonly good racers; among them are Hornby Lass, Pet. Poppington, Quiz, Surprise, Malta, Merryman, Sophia, Miss Bailey, and a great many others: It is also to be observed, that no Stallion in England had as many winners in 1803, by seven, as Buzzard had. The famous horse Sir Peter Teazle had only fourteen, Trumpeter thirteen only, John Bull fourteen, Bennington fourteen, Volunteer nine, and Whiskey-9. Those horses are acknowledged by all gentlemen conversant with the turf, to be the best Stallions now in England. Buzzard has been well proved a good stallion; for which reason I beg leave to recommend him strongly to the gentlemen of the turf; and such others as have well bred mares, not doubting but a good proportion of his stock will turn out racers. In the five years above mentioned Buzzard's colts won 161 races. The great value of this horse will, I trust, be an apology for the price he is to cover at, however I wish gentlemen to come and view him, and see themselves the performance of his colts in the calendars, and I hope they will admit he does not stand too high. Good pasturage gratis; servants who attend the mares boarded at 10s 6d a week; corn furnished at the market price, and the greatest attention paid to the mares, but no responsibility for accidents or escapes. Notes for ten guineas will be expected with the mares by  NATHANIEL RIVES, March, 1805. N. B. The season will commence the 15th inst. and end the 1st of August. N. R.
PEDIGREE. I hereby certify, that the chestnut horse Buzzard, late the property of Christopher Wilson, Esq. was bred by me, and that he was got by Woodpecker; his dam by Dux, out of Curiosity, by Snap—Regulus, &c. Curiosity was the dam of Pantaloon, Justice, Faith, &c. "EGREMONT." Teste, JAMES WEATHERBY. Buzzard has arrived at his stand, in high health and spirits. March 30, 1805. N. Rives.
FOR SALE, One Moiety of a Brick Tenement, IN a central part of the city of Richmond, consisting of a two story house with a store and counting room on the lower floor, and five rooms above (conveniently planned for a family) with a passage leading to them (making all the rooms private) and a cellar under the whole house—a three story Lumber-house, Kitchen, Stable, &c. A considerable credit will be given for two thirds of the purchase money.—For further particulars enquire of the printer. wtf.
TAKEN UP by the subscriber living in Prince Edward county, on Buffalo river, about 4 or 5 miles from the courthouse, an estray STEER, about seven years old, marked with a smooth crop in each ear, and a hole in each horn. The above is a red brindle steer, with half of his tail white, and some white under his belly, and on each fore foot—Appraised to five pounds. GRAVES HARRISS. April 23d, 1805. 2031*
TO BE SOLD, On liberal credit, and in lots to suit purchasers, from two hundred and fifty to three hundred acres of  LAND, in the county of Henrico, about four miles from Richmond—a distance which renders it but little liable to pillage, yet sufficiently near to one of the best and most improving markets in the United States. The advantages of small farms near large towns, are so obvious and generally admitted, as not to require particular enumeration. Persons residing in the city with large families, and who are obliged to keep horses, would be able in one year to save more than the original purchase. For further particulars enquire of Mr. Thomas Norvell Richmond, May 4th, 1805. (oatf)
JUST published and for sale at this Office, the PENNSYLVANIA FARMER: Being a selection from the most approved treatises on HUSBANDRY, interspersed with Observations and Experiments. By JOB ROBERTS
NOTICE. THE co-partnership of ROBERT GAMBLE & SONS, will be dissolved by mutual consent, on Saturday, the 11th in instant. All persons indebted to the said firm, are earnestly entreated to make immediate payment to either of the subscribers. A compliance with this request will prevent the painful necessity of resorting to coercive measures. The books will be placed in the possession of Messrs. John and Robert Gamble, Jun. who are authorised to settle all accounts due, or to the concern. RO. GAMBLE. JOHN G. GAMBLE. ROBERT GAMBLE, Jr. Richmond, May 6th, 1805.
The subscribers take this method of informing their friends and the public, that they intend carrying on the mercantile business, under the firm of  John & Robert Gamble, Jun. They are now receiving by the ship Holla, a choice selection of LONDON GOODS, and daily expected from Liverpool, a general assortment of HARDWARE, &c. suitable for the season—which will be sold by the piece, package, or dozen, on the most moderate terms, for cash, merchandise, country produce, or the usual credit to substantial and punctual customers. They have on hand, Madeira and Sherry Wine, Cogniac Brandy, West India Rum, Whiskey, Sugar, Pepper, Alum, Copperas and Brimstone, (in pipes, hds. and casks,) Cotton and Wool Cards, Patent Shot, Steel, Bar Iron, Hollow Iron Ware, German Scythes, Cutting Knives and Whet Stones, Osnaburgs, Ticklenburgs and Brown Hessian, Snuff, Cut Herring, &c. They also possess large and convenient Brick warehouses covered with Slate, for receiving and storing Flour, Tobacco, &c. Those gentlemen who favor them with consignments, will find their charges reasonable, and may rely on their best exertions to afford satisfaction. The highest rates given for Bees-Wax, good Bear, Deer and Otter Skins, and other shipping Furr. JOHN G. GAMBLE. ROBERT GAMBLE, Jun.
The subscriber (Robert Gamble, sen.) avails himself of this opportunity to thank his numerous friends for the very large share of patronage he has received in the mercantile line—and hereby tenders to the public his future services as a Commission Merchant. He flatters himself, his long experience (with other circumstances unnecessary here to mention) entitles him to the confidence of those who may have business of that nature to transact in this city—assuring such of his best exertions to merit approbation. Those who yet remain indebted to the late firms of Gamble & Grattan, of Staunton, of Gamble & Temple, Robert Gamble & Co. and Robert Gamble, of the City of Richmond, are once more earnestly requested to make immediate payment of their respective balances. Such as continue regardless of this last notice cannot expect longer indulgence. R o GAMBLE. Richmond, May 6, 1805. cpw wtf.
THE SUBSCRIBER IS DESIROUS OF SELLING HIS  LOT and IMPROVEMENTS IN the town of Warren, consisting of a house well calculated for a Store and the accommodation of a small family, with good Cellars, Kitchen, Stable and Smoke House, and a Garden well enclosed. Possession may be had at any time, and the terms will be made easy. JOHN STAPLES. Warren, 15th May, 1805. wtf.
Valuable School Book. JUST PUBLISHED, AND FOR SALE AT THIS OFFICE, [PRICE $1 50.] A NEW SYSTEM OF  MODERN GEOGRAPHY, OR A GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF the most remarkable Countries throughout the known world; Their respective situations, extent, divisions, cities, rivers, mountains, soils, and productions; their commerce, manners, customs, laws, and religion; Together with their principal Historical Events, and Political Importance in the great Commonwealth of Nations; Compiled from the most modern systems of Geography, and the latest Voyages and Travels—and Containing many important additions to the Geography of the United States that have never appeared in any other work of the kind. ILLUSTRATED WITH EIGHT MAPS, Comprising the latest discoveries, and engraved by the first American Artists. BY BENJAMIN DAVIES.
REMOVAL.  HART AND SOUTHGATE, BEG leave to inform their friends and customers, that they have removed from Main Street to the Corner Store of Mr. Overton's new Building, opposite the Scale-House, at the head of the Basin—Where they solicit a continuance of public favor, and offer for sale a general assortment of  GROCERIES, FOR CASH, PRODUCE, or NEGOTIABLE NOTES. Richmond, 27th May, 1805. wtf.
NEW PUBLICATION. Just received at S. Pleasants' Printing-Office and Book-Store, [PRICE ONE DOLLAR,] A  FAMILY TOUR THROUGH THE  BRITISH EMPIRE; CONTAINING SOME ACCOUNT OF ITS Natural and Artificial Curiosities, History and Antiquities, INTERSPERSED WITH BIOGRAPHICAL ANECDOTES, Particularly adapted to the amusement and instruction of Youth, (with a large Map of the British Empire.) BY PRISCILLA WAKEFIELD. THE SIXTH AND LAST VOLUME OF WARNER & HANNA'S Selected Plays Is just received at this Office—where a few complete sets of the work in elegant binding are for sale.
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. Are hereby notified 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 authorised to make collections and grant discharges. Suits 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. (tf)
TWENTY DOLLARS REWARD. RUN away from the subscriber about the end of Nov. or early in Dec. a black servant named SAM, I believe about 19 or 20 years of age, very strong and likely for a man of his age. He was seen in the neighborhood of this place some time after he absented himself, but from his connexions I have reason to suppose that he may be lurking about, or concealed by those connexions in the counties of Powhatan or Cumberland. I will give the above reward if he is brought to me in this place, or ten dollars if secured in a jail so that I may get him. Arch'd. Freeland. Manchester, March 16, 1805. tf
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. tf
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 noisy fellow. I expect they have obtained free passes and will endeavor to pass for free negroes; it is probable they are lurking about 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 20 dollars for either, paid by the subscriber. LEWIS HENING. June 5th, 1805. tf
TO RENT,  THE HOUSE & LOT, ON Shockoe Hill, lately occupied by Mr. John Pendleton; now newly painted and repaired, and in every respect fit for the immediate reception of a family, having all necessary out-houses, &c. Apply to Benjamin Wolfe, adjoining the premises, or to Joseph Gallego. April 22, 1805. tf
PRECIPITATE, IMPORTED by Mr. Lightfoot of Sandy Point, last winter, full 15 hands and a half high; will stand at my stable in Chesterfield county, Appomattox river, 15 miles above Petersburg, to be let to mares at ten guineas a mare, two of which will be remitted if paid within the season, which will commence the 10th of March, & expire the 1st of August next. Board of servants gratis; mares may be fed with grain at two shillings per day. I have large and extensive pasturage, divided in five different inclosures, that mares with foals may be kept distinct from barren mares. One dollar to the groom. No liability for accidents of any description. PRECIPITATE was bred by Lord Egremont, foaled in 1787, got by Mercury (a son of Eclipse) dam by Herod, his granddam Maiden by Matchem, out of Mr. Pratt's old Squirt mare; her dam by Mogul—Camilla by Bay Bolton—Old Lady dam of Sterling by Pulleine's chestnut Arabian—Rockwood Bustler. PERFORMANCE. In the first spring meeting, 1790, at New Market, when 3 years old, he won the first class of the princes stakes of 100 guineas each, beating Thunderbolt, Chanceller, and Sir Pepper, four having paid the forfeit. In the same week he won the Bolton stakes of 50 guineas each, beating Chamboe, Dragon and Pallafax; 7 paid forfeit. Second spring meeting he won the 3d class of the princes stakes of 100 guineas, beating Thunderbolt; 7 paid forfeit. And in the same week he received 100 guineas forfeit from Lord Grosvenor's Radamantus. In 1792 he won £50 at Guildfield, beating F. George, Thunderbolt, Sarsaparilla and Stout; the next day £50 at the same place, beating Caddock and Griffin. He also won the king's 100 guineas, at Lewis, beating Skyscraper at 3 heats, the 1st being a dead heat. After which he was so highly esteemed that he became a stallion in his Lordship's stud at 12 guineas a mare. This horse is the sire of the following running horses in England: Johnquill, Petworth, Matrana, Rosalba, Chestnut colt out of Bohail, Chestnut colt out of Rosemary, Humburg, Lazarus, Razinier, Apollo, Gulliver, Tag, Louisa, Tipsaft, Mr. Heathcote's filly out of Reeves, Alchemist, Clodhopper, Grey filly by R. H. Lampadoss, Mars, Mary, Matrana, Bay filly by Brown's, Grey filly by Radcliff's, Tax, Tipsaft and Bohail. Feb. 20, 1805. THOMAS GOODLE.
IN pursuance of a deed of trust from Thomas H. Drew, to Carter H. Harrison, bearing date the 10th December, 1787, will be SOLD, at Public Auction, at Fowler's Tavern in Cartersville, for ready money, on Saturday the 15th of June next. A TRACT OF LAND, CONTAINING 1500 acres, be the same more or less, lying in the county of Campbell, on the branches of Hill's creek, now in the possession of Mr. Philip Payne, who will show the land to any person disposed to purchase. Under an impression that those who wish to purchase will view the premises, it is deemed unnecessary to say much of the quality; sufficient to say, that it is esteemed a very valuable tract, great part of it capable of producing excellent tobacco. ROBERT C. HARRISON. PETERSON HARRISON. Ex'rs of C. H. HARRISON. May 23, 1805. tds
THE HOUSE AND LOT, ON Shockoe Hill, late the property of Robert Ellis, dec. The house has three separate tenements, and rents at present for ninety-five pounds per annum. The terms may be known on application to Thomas Norvell, or Harlin Davis. Should this property not be sold before the 15th day of June next, it will then be offered at public auction, for one third cash, and the balance in six and nine months. Thomas Winn. Goochland, 21st May, 1805. tds
The subscribers respectfully inform their friends and the public, that they have received their  Spring Assortment of Goods, Of the best quality and latest fashions, & will dispose of them on the cheapest terms for cash, viz. Printed Calicoes and Laced Cambric Shawls Chintzes Silk & Muslin ditto of various kinds Dimities assorted India, English, French and Italian Silks Irish Linens India, English, French and Italian Silks Cotton Casimeres and Florentines and Sattins, best kind Nankeens Picat Vails and Pic Nic Cotton & Silk Hose Misses Coloured Cambricks and Laced ditto Silk gloves, thread, lace and edgings India Muslins of the first quality Plain Crapes, and a General assortment of Ribbons Superfine Cloths and Casimeres Gold & Silver Bullion Thibets, Corduroys and Velvets A general assortment of Leghorn Bonnets Bed Ticks and German Osnaburgs Gentlemen's Leghorn Hats. Together with a number of other articles too tedious to enumerate. JOHN MILLER & CO. Richmond, 8th May, 1805. tf
(BY AUTHORITY.)  RICHMOND ACADEMY LOTTERY. CLASS N o II. 4000 Tickets at 10 dollars each, dolls. 40000 1 Prize of - - - dolls. 10000 1 of - - - 5000 5 of - - - dolls. 1000 5000 20 of - - - 500 10000 50 of - - - 100 5000 30 of - - - 50 2500 100 of - - - 25 2500 40000 First drawn ticket after 500 are drawn, dolls. 500 after 1000 - - - 500 after 1500 - - - 500 after 2000 - - - 1000 after 2500 - - - 1000 after 3000 - - - 1000 after 3500 - - - 1000 after 3950 - - - 10000 The above Lottery will certainly commence drawing the first Monday in November, or sooner, if the tickets are sold. 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
FROM SOUTH AMERICA.  THE BEAUTIFUL SPANISH HORSE,  APPALUSIA. WILL stand the ensuing season, at my plantation on 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, 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 call the leap. In either case 25 cents to the groom, to be paid down. Mares will be fed with olover and lucern gratis, and corn if required, at the selling price. I have so far falls in a strong new stable, with substantial locks, where they may be kept at 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 DU-VAL. February 15th, 1805. tf
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, Cogniac, Barcelona and Apple Brandy, Sherry and Malaga Wine, Coffee of a superior quality, Molasses, Ginger and Fig Blue, Young Hyson 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.
FOR SALE,  THE HOUSE AND LOT, ON Shockoe Hill, late the property of Robert Ellis, dec. The house has three separate tenements, and rents at present for ninety-five pounds per annum. The terms may be known on application to Thomas Norvell, or Harlin Davis. Should this property not be sold before the 15th day of June next, it will then be offered at public auction, for one third cash, and the balance in six and nine months. Thomas Winn. Goochland, 21st May, 1805. tds
The subscribers respectfully inform their friends and the public, that they have received their  Spring Assortment of Goods, Of the best quality and latest fashions, & will dispose of them on the cheapest terms for cash, viz. Printed Calicoes and Laced Cambric Shawls Chintzes Silk & Muslin ditto of various kinds Dimities assorted India, English, French and Italian Silks Irish Linens India, English, French and Italian Silks Cotton Casimeres and Florentines and Sattins, best kind Nankeens Picat Vails and Pic Nic Cotton & Silk Hose Misses Coloured Cambricks and Laced ditto Silk gloves, thread, lace and edgings India Muslins of the first quality Plain Crapes, and a General assortment of Ribbons Superfine Cloths and Casimeres Gold & Silver Bullion Thibets, Corduroys and Velvets A general assortment of Leghorn Bonnets Bed Ticks and German Osnaburgs Gentlemen's Leghorn Hats. Together with a number of other articles too tedious to enumerate. JOHN MILLER & CO. Richmond, 8th May, 1805. tf
SHAREHOLDERS in the Manchester Turnpike Company, are hereby required to pay to James Brander, treasurer, the sum of three and one half dollars on each share, on or before the 1st of July next. By order of the Directors, James Brander, Ck. 15th May, 1805. tdy
JUST RECEIVED, At S. Pleasants' Book-Store, Richmond, a very elegant assortment of the best  PEN KNIVES, Which will be sold by the single or dozen.
To be Sold, upon the premises, for ready money on Monday the 24th of June next, agreeable to the last will and testament of Col. John Boswell, dec. for the payment of British Debts.  BOSWELL'S ORDINARY, INCLUDING near three hundred acres of the adjoining Land. This Land is called the best for wheat in the state of Virginia; below the Blue Ridge, lies near the Green Springs in Louisa and is considered as a good and going stand for various kinds of business. Those having claims of the above description are requested to make them known to the subscriber, and whether evidenced by judgment, bond or open account. JOHN MICHE, Adm r . with the will annexed of Col. John Boswell, dec. April 15th 1805
NOTICE is hereby given to the Shareholders in the Upper Appomattox Company, that an election of Trustees will be held on the 14th day of June next, at Pridesville, in the county of Amelia—and as an election cannot take place without a majority of the Shareholders, those who cannot attend in person, are requested to authorise some person to vote for them. JOS. EGGLESTON. RICH'D N. VENABLE. EDWARD MUMFORD. April 16th, 1805. tdm
MILLINERY.  MRS. BUCKNER having commenced business in Manchester in the line of MILLINERY & MANTUA MAKING, respectfully solicits the patronage of her friends and the public. She has on hand at present a small assortment of the articles necessary in that line of business, and shortly expects to receive from New-York an additional supply. All commands from the country will be faithfully and punctually attended to. tf
CASH will be given for  Twelve or Fifteen BOYS, From 7 to 15 years old,—Enquire of the Printer.  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.
MR. & MRS. PETICOLAS'S ACADEMY. MR. P. lately returned from Philadelphia with his family, respectfully informs the Ladies and Gentlemen of Richmond and its vicinity, that he has removed to the commodious house formerly occupied by Miss Robbins, nearly opposite Mr. Copland's office on the Capitol Hill, in which he intends to open an ACADEMY for the instruction of young Ladies. Mr. P. returns his sincere thanks to his friends and the public, for the encouragement and patronage he has heretofore met with; and hopes from the general satisfaction he has given, his endeavors will be crowned with success. Mr. COX, lately teacher in several Boarding Schools in Philadelphia, will undertake the tuition of English Grammar, Elocution, Epistolary Style, History, Geography and Use of the Globes, Mythology, Writing, Arithmetic, &c. with every thing appertaining to a polite English Education, together with Drawing and Painting. Mr. P. will attend to the tuition of the French Language, Vocal and Instrumental Music, on the Piano—and Mrs. P. to the branches of Artificial Flowers and Plain Sewing. If necessary, a Dancing Master can be procured. N. B. Mr. Peticolas Repairs, Tunes and Teacher Tuning the PIANO FORTE. MINIATURES painted in a handsome style, and good likenesses warranted. Mr. COX will also attend Ladies and Gentlemen at their own houses, in the branches of Drawing and Painting. Richmond, 15th May, 1805. 3w
The academy will open on Monday the 27th inst.—Hours of tuition from 9 to 2, and from 3 to 6.  BENJAMIN DU-VAL, At the sign of the Golden Mortar, Richmond.
HAS just received a very large and extensive assortment of fresh MEDICINES, SURGEON'S INSTRUMENTS, DRUGS & DYE-STUFFS, PAINTS of all kinds, OIL, VARNISHES, PUTTY, &c. Also, a complete assortment of  HATTERS' MATERIALS, CONSISTING OF Hatters' Irons Crude Tartar Logwood Bason Irons Copperas Bow-Strings Vindeg ease Linings Fustick Cabons Spanish Indigo Tavel Bands Oil of Vitriol Rubbing Dishes Aqu. Fortis Stampers Quicksilver Trenchers, &c. Which added to his former Stock, completes an assortment that was never equalled, in his line of business, in this city. He thanks his customers for past favors, and hopes to merit a continuation of their custom. His former attention to the quality of his Medicines, importing them in their crude state, that he might be able to judge of their quality, and powdering and preparing them under his immediate inspection, have contributed to his present establishment; and opposition he presumes will not relax his exertions to give general satisfaction in future. His experience for more than 12 years past, as Apothecary and Druggist in this city, added to a small stock of Medical Information acquired before, enables him, he thinks, to form a tolerably correct judgment as to the quality of Drugs and Medicines, although he cannot boast of honors conferred on him greater than the confidence of numerous and respectable customers. In regard to his wholesale prices, he promises to furnish each of his wholesale customers with a printed price current, as soon as possible, and feels himself confident in their approbation, knowing that no one in this state can afford to undersell him. This he intends to do, not to get others' customers from them, but to secure his own. Any articles that may be ordered and not approved of as to quality, may be returned if in good order, and in a reasonable time. Richmond, May 30, 1805. (3w & wtf)
TEN 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 hoggan seat and plated stirrups. The above reward will be paid on delivery of the horse and saddle to the subscribers. Pickett, Pollard & Johnston. Richmond, March 5, 1805.
His experience for more than 12 years past, as Apothecary and Druggist in this city, added to a small stock of Medical Information acquired before, enables him, he thinks, to form a tolerably correct judgment as to the quality of Drugs and Medicines, although he cannot boast of honors conferred on him greater than the confidence of numerous and respectable customers. In regard to his wholesale prices, he promises to furnish each of his wholesale customers with a printed price current, as soon as possible, and feels himself confident in their approbation, knowing that no one in this state can afford to undersell him. This he intends to do, not to get others' customers from them, but to secure his own. Any articles that may be ordered and not approved of as to quality, may be returned if in good order, and in a reasonable time. Richmond, May 30, 1805. (3w & wtf)