The enquirer (Richmond, Va.), 1806-01-09 00:00:00

Northumberland County Court, 12th Nov. 1805. IN CHANCERY. Leroy Ogle, against Richard Moore, John Davis, and William Pearson.
THE Defendant, Richard Moore, not having entered his appearance, and given security according to the act of Assembly, and the rule of this court; and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court, that he is not an inhabitant of this state, on the motion of the complainant by his counsel: It is decreed and ordered, that the said defendant appear here on the first day of March court next, and answer the bill of the complainant, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some public newspaper, published in the city of Richmond, for two months successively, and another copy posted at the front door of the Court house of this county. And it is further ordered, that the defendants, Davis and Pearson, do not pay away, convey or secrete any money or property they may have belonging to the said Richard Moore, but that they retain the same in their hands, subject to the future order of the court.
A Copy, FLEM. BATES, C. N. C. December 12. (th 2 m.)
Northumberland County Court, 12th Nov. 1805. IN CHANCERY. James V. Ball & Spencer Ball, against William B. Travers and Henry Travers.
THE Defendant, William B. Travers, not having entered his appearance, and given security according to the act of Assembly, and the rule of this court; and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court, that he is not an inhabitant of this state; on the motion of the complainants by their counsel, it is decreed and ordered that the said defendants appear here on the first day of March court next, and answer the bill of the complainants, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some public newspaper published in the city of Richmond, for two months successively, and another copy posted at the front door of the Court house, of this county. And it is further ordered, that the defendant Henry, do not pay away, convey or secrete any money or property he may have belonging to the said William B. Travers, but that he retain the same in his hands, subject to the future order of the court.
VALUABLE PROPERTY. I AGAIN offer for sale, that valuable and well known Estate, in the Forks of Hanover, called BULFIELD; containing by estimation and old surveys 1675 acres, be the same more or less. There are cleared of this tract about 850 acres, laid out into three fields, including 150 acres of loess, most of which are well set with clover. On this plantation is sowed about 400 bushels of wheat and barley; of the former 360, upwards of 100 of which is on fallow and manured land, and very well put in. The plantation is in pretty good order—has some valuable Meadow Land, which, at much labor and expense has been prepared and just getting into use—a tolerable dwelling house, and convenient houses for negroes, with barn, corn house, stables, &c. &c. If this estate is not sold at private sale on or before Monday the 20th of January next, it will be offered at public auction, on that day, if fair or the next fair day, at which time and place will likewise be offered for sale, between 80 and 90 VALUABLE LABORERS, consisting of men, women, boys, girls and children, to be sold in families, together with all the stock of every description of cattle, sheep and hogs; seven brood mares, a number of blooded colts, 1, 2, and 3 years old, 11 excellent well-broke mules, and some work horses, and all the plantation utensils, and the crops of corn, fodder and rye, now on the land, of from 800 to 1000 barrels. Should a sale of the land not take place, then only about 60 negroes will be for sale, and part only of the corn, and the stock, and plantation articles. The square of lots, with the appurtenances, at present in the occupancy of John A. Cheswell, Esq., but possession will not be given until the 1st of August next, unless it shall be sooner convenient.
A life estate in the tenement at present in the possession of Mr. John Banks, on Church Hill. 3 pipes of Madeira Wine, which cost £44 sterling, imported by myself, nearly two years ago. I likewise wish to sell, part of about 20,000 acres of Military Land, lying in the states of Ohio, Kentucky, and in the Indiana Territory. 5000 acres of this land lie on the little Miami and on Pond Run—6000 acres on Big Miami, or Peter's or Snell's Creek, and on Deer Creek, being some of the waters of Green River—upwards of 5000 acres on the North Fork of the Trade water—2000 acres on the east bank of Cumberland River—1000 acres on Ruffell's creek, being within a mile of the town of Columbia, in the county of Adair—900 acres on Greasy creek, in the same county, near the Cumberland River, and on the west side of it—and the balance in the Indiana Territory. On some of these lands I have recently been and know them to be extremely valuable, being in a thickly settled country, very rich, of deep black soil, well watered with springs and runs for mills, and heavily timbered, and several settlements upon them, which are tenanted for the next year, and at one dollar per acre for the cleared land. Of the others that I did not see, I have received good information in general as to the quality and situation. Only 15,000 acres of these lands are for sale, but the whole is offered to suit purchasers, being convinced myself, that a sale of the whole, and my object, which is a distant one, will be answered by the reservation of any part.
JOHN HOPKINS. Richmond, December 12. (thf.)
FOR SALE, BY THE SUBSCRIBER: WEST-INDIA & N. ENGLAND RUMS, French Brandy, Holland Gin, Molasses, Loaf and Brown Sugar, Coffee and Chocolate, Imperial and Hyson Tea, Linseed and Lard Oil, White Lead & Spa. Brown, Yellow Ochre, Patent Green, ground in Oil, Verdigris, Window Glass, 24, 36, 48, 60, 84, 100, and 200 Nails, Spike Nails, Bar Iron, German & Blistered Steel, Iron Potts, Dutch Ovens, Fire Dugs, Nons Scotia Grind Stones, Powder and Shot.
HAY MARKET GARDEN. THE proprietor of the Hay Market Garden, respectfully notifies the citizens of Richmond, Manchester, and the public generally, that the garden will be kept open during the session of the General Assembly. Musical and other agreeable entertainments rendered under his own direction. Having made an engagement with an excellent Musician, Frederick August Schwicker, late from Zurich, in Switzerland; no disappointment will take place in future as to music. Mr. Schwicker will give lessons on the Piano Forti, Flute, Violin, Tenor, Violoncello Bassoon, Clarinet, French Horn, Trumpet and Guitar, for amount of the proprietor's specimens of his performance on each of those instruments, may be seen and heard at any time in the Ball room of the garden, and other private rooms. The garden now enlarging, and otherwise improving, may be rented for one or more years or seasons by a person qualified to give satisfaction to the visitors. An excellent Ice house may be annexed to the garden. The Dwelling House (unconnected with the public garden) may be rented for one or more years for private residence. December 12. th 4w.
EDUCATION. DURING the ensuing year Richard M. Sagar will pursue the professional instruction of youth, at col. Wm. Sagar's, Middlesex. His course of instruction will comprehend English Grammar, Latin, Geography, History, Euclid's Elements, Elocution, Book-keeping, Reading, Writing and Arithmetic. His charge for tuition will be twenty dollars per annum to be paid half yearly in advance. Eight or ten boarders will be taken at seventy dollars per annum, to be paid as follows, viz. First quarter in advance, second quarter at the end of half the term, and the other two quarters at the expiration of the whole term. Each boarder must furnish his own bed and candles. The remoteness of this situation from every kind of vice renders it truly a desirable one for youth: Parents who wish to place their sons under his tuition will make application to the subscriber or to col. W. Sagar, in Middlesex. The school will commence on Monday the 20th January. RICHARD M. SAGAR. The 20 Jan.
I WISH TO HIRE, TWENTY-FIVE or thirty likely active Negro Men to work on the Manchester Turnpike road: for such I will give liberal prices, and assure those who will to give they will work under myself only, and every attention paid them. Any person wishing to hire will call on me living in Richmond at present. I wish to rent the House I now live in, to a careful man: it is one among the best Houses in the city of Richmond, as a Boarding House, or Public House. I will furnish a large number of Beds and other Furniture, or sell the Furniture, at two, four or six months credit. I can assure any person that there is not one house or lot in this place better fixed as to convenient out-houses: a stable for eighteen horses, in good order. My Mill, I wish also to rent, situated within three-quarters of a mile of the Market House. The mill has two pair of stones; one for wheat and one for corn. I will rent the mill low, to a man that will keep her in order, and take the rent in meal, at a fair market price through the year. I can assure whoever may wish to rent, there is no avans of water in the dryest seasons, with a little care. JOHN P. SHIELDS. Dec. 31. 3T.
JUST PUBLISHED, AND NOW FOR SALE AT THE BOOK STORE OF JACOB JOHNSON. A few doors below the Market, Richmond. THE Young Carpenter's Assistant; or, a full-set of architecture adapted to the style of building in the United States, by A. Biddle—house carpenter and teacher of architectural drawing in Philadelphia, illustrated with 44 elegant designs; Rollins Ancient History, 8 vol. Village Maid; Cobwebs to catch flies for youth; Prince Lee Boo, with plates. A large assortment of the most interesting and finely executed books for children, ever published in the United States—Catalogues of these books may be had at his store. Johnson is now publishing a beautiful edition of selected British Poets, to make from 80 to 100 vols. of this work has already published. Milton's works, 4 vols. Gray's works 1 vol. Armstrong's & Green's, 1 vol. Watts' do. 2 Pope's works, 5 vols. Young's do. 4 Thomson's do. 2 Addison's do. 1 Akenside's do. 2 Johnson & Collins' work Burn's do. 2 1 vol. The price of this work is 75 Cents in boards, or one Dollar in handsome binding. Gentlemen who with a complete set of this valuable mass of Poetry, will have the goodness to send their names as soon as convenient to the publisher's book store in Richmond, and they may rely on being served with the volumes, not yet out, as regularly as the magnitude of the work will permit. STATIONARY. Wove and plain Folio Post Paper, Pools Cap and Letter paper; Day books, Journals and Ledgers; Receipt and Memorandum book books suitable for shopkeepers; Slates and Pencils; Mathematical Instruments; Boxes of Paints; an elegant assortment of Penknives; and a general assortment of articles in the Stationary line. December 24. f & 2 w.
ELLIS & ALLAN Have just received by the Ships Proteus and George from Liverpool, and Swifts from London, A SUITABLE and well selected assortment of FALL GOODS.—Amongst which are: Duffel and Point Blankets Role Blankets from 6-4 to 11-4 Napped Cottons Kerseys white and coloured Plaids do. do. Yarn and Plaid Hose Nails from 3d to 30d Crown window glass 10 by 8, 11 by 9 and 12 by 10 Putty and Glue Boiled Linseed Oil in Jars English White Lead ground in oil Yellow Ochre Spanish Brown Verdigris in pots Bellows, Anvils, Vices and Smiths hammers Liverpool Filled Suits London Superfine Cloths and Cassimeres, single and double Milled Patent Woollen Coats Velvets, Hunters and Constitution Coats, Corduroy, and Thickets Ladies London Kid and Morocco Shoes and Boots Silk, Cotton and Worsted Hose Silk Bath Robes White Angola Hose, very fine Gentlemen's Silk, Cotton, and Worsted Hose Angolas and Lambs Wool Lambs Wool Half Hose Real Italian Sarcenets plain and checked Chambray Muffins Plain and Tambooured Jacquet Muffins Colonade, Piquet, & Laced Colonade & Cambric do. Colonade Cambrics and Calicoes Elegant Silk Shawls, do. Cambric do. Brussels and Kidderminster Carpets and Carpeting Gentlemen's Real Beaver, Fashionable Hats Patent do. Ladies Trimmed do. Rich Black Molekin Rich figured do. Guns and Pistols Elegant Powdering Pieces Seine Twine 8-8 and 10-4 Diaper and Damask do. 5-4, 10-4, 10-18 Damask and Diaper Table Cloths Irish Linens and 5-4 Irish Sheeting. Which will be sold on moderate terms. October 25. tf.
Valuable TRACT of LAND containing 1200 acres, on Deep Creek, in the said county, either altogether, or in lots to suit purchasers. The value of this land will be best known by an accurate view of the different lots, to which are attached rich low grounds, which will be seen by Mr. Hatcher, on the premises, with whom is a plot, by a late survey. There is a good crop of wheat sown thereon. Twelve likely hands will be hired, which are under an overseer, engaged for the ensuing year, with every thing prepared for a crop. One-fourth of the purchase money will be required on taking possession, and the remainder in three annual payments, to carry interest from the date; but good bonds, properly secured, of residents within the districts of Richmond or Petersburg, will be accepted for the deferred payments. Powhatan, Dec. 24. WILLIAM MAYO. S&Tdr.
European Intelligence. NEW-YORK, December 30. LATEST FROM FRANCE.
By the arrival this morning, of the brig Sally Tracy, in 40 days from Bordeaux, the Editor of the COMMERCIAL ADVERTISER has received Paris papers to the 10th of November. In these papers he finds five additional bulletins from the French Emperor, giving an account of new successes obtained over the Austrians.
ELEVENTH BULLETIN FROM THE GRAND ARMY. MUNICH, 4th Brumaire, year 14.
The Emperor arrived at Munich, the 2d Brumaire at 9 o'clock in the evening. The town was illuminated with great taste. A great number of persons had decorated the fronts of their houses with emblems expressive of their sentiments. On the 3d, in the morning, the grand officers of the Emperor, the Chamberlains and gentlemen of the court, the ministers, generals, privy counsellors, the diplomatic body accredited to his imperial highness, the deputies of the states of Bavaria, and the magistrates of the city of Munich, were presented to his majesty, who conversed with them for a long time upon the economical affairs of their country. Prince Murat is arrived at Munich. He has exhibited a prodigious activity in his expedition. He never ceases praising the valiant charge of the chasseurs of the imperial guard and of the carabiniers. A treasure of 200,000 florins fell into their power; they passed it without touching any part of it, and continued to follow the enemy. Prince Ferdinand was present at the last engagement, and made his escape on a horse belonging to a Lieutenant of cavalry. The whole town of Nuremberg has witnessed the bravery of the French. A great number of deserters and fugitives of the wreck of the Austrian army fill the province of Franconia, where they commit the greatest disorder. All the enemy's baggage has been taken. In the evening the Emperor went to the theatre, where he was received with the sincerest demonstrations of joy and gratitude. To-day the Emperor, after seeing marshal Soult's army file off before him, hunted at Nimmemburgh, the Elector's country seat. Every thing is in motion; our armies have crossed the Iser, and are marching toward the Inn, where marshal Bernadotte on the one side, general Marmont on the other, and marshal Davoust will be this evening.
TWELFTH BULLETIN OF THE GRAND ARMY. MUNICH, 5th Brumaire, year 14.
To the fifth Bulletin of the army must be added the capitulation of Memmingen, which was forgot. The fortifications of Ingolstadt and Augsburg are at this moment repairing with the greatest activity. Têtes de pont are constructing to all the
bridges of the Leck, and magazines are established behind them. His majesty has been highly satisfied with the zeal and activity of general Bertrand, his aide-de-camp, whom he has frequently employed in reconnoitring. He has ordered the fortifications of the towns of Ulm and Memmingen to be demolished. The Elector of Bavaria is expected every moment. The Emperor has sent his aide-de-camp, Colonel Lebrun, to receive him and offer him efforts of honour on his road. A Te Deum has been sung at Augsburg and Munich. The Bavarian people are full of good sentiments; they run to arms, and form voluntary guards to defend the country against the incursions of the Cossacks. Generals Derré and Wreden, display the greatest activity: the latter has made many Austrian prisoners. He served the last war in the Austrian army, where he greatly distinguished himself. General Mack crossing Bavaria in post, on his return to Vienna, met gen. Wreden, at the advanced posts, near the Inn. They had a long conversation upon the manner the French treat the Bavarian army. "We are better off than with you" said gen. Wreden; "we have neither surliwels nor ill usage to support, and far from being exposed the first to the blows, we are obliged to ask for the perilous posts, because the French had rather reserve them for themselves. Among you, on the contrary, we always had to bear the brunt of every engagement."
A raft officer is just arrived from the army of Italy. The campaign commenced on the 26th Vendemaire. That army will soon form the right of the grand army. The emperor gave a concert yesterday, to all the ladies of the court. He gave a very distinguished reception to Madame de Montgelas the lady of the Elector's prime minister, and highly distinguished by her personal merit. He expressed his satisfaction to Mr. de Wintz, the Elector's music-master, upon the good composition of his pieces, all full of rapture and talent. To-day, Sunday, 5th Brumaire, the emperor heard mass in the chapel of the palace. The following are the names of the Austrian generals who have been made prisoners. The number of officers is between 1500 and 2,000. Each officer has signed his word of honour to serve no more: it is hoped that they will keep it exactly: were it otherwise, the laws of war would be followed to the utmost rigour. Statement of the Austrian General officers made prisoners at the victories of Elchingen, Wertingen, Memmingen, Ulm, &c. Baron Mack, Field Marshal Lieutenant, Quarter-Master-General, the Prince of Hesse Homburg, Field Marshal Lieutenant; Baron de Kipsch, idem; Count de Gieley, idem, Quarter-Master-General of the army of Prince Ferdinand; Baron Danden, idem; Count de Kinen, idem; Count de Grotescheim, idem; Count de Riefe, idem; Count Paillet, idem; Count de Werneck, idem; the Prince of Hohenzollern, idem; the Prince of Lichtenstein, Major-General; Baron d'Abel, idem; Baron d'Ulm, idem; Baron de Weidenfeld, idem; Count Auerberg, idem; Count de Geheddy, idem; Count d'Preucl, idem; Count de Sucker, idem; Count de Hermann, idem; taken at Ulm; Count de Reichter, idem; Count de Dieuberg, idem; Count de Mitkewy, major-general; Count de Vagel, idem; Baron d'Apfe, idem; Count de Spaugen, idem.
THIRTEENTH BULLETIN FROM THE GRAND ARMY. HAAG, 6 Brumaire, (23 October.)
Marshal Bernadotte's army left Munich on the 4th Brumaire. It arrived on the 5th at Wasserluck, on the Inn, and went to Altenmarkt for the night; six arches of the bridge were burnt. Count Manucci, Col. in the Bavarian army, went from Roth to Rosenheim. He also found the bridge burnt and the enemy on the other side. After a smart cannonade, the enemy quitted the right bank. Several French and Bavarian battalions passed the Inn, and on the 6th of Noon both the bridges were completely repaired; Colonels Morio & Somis of the Engineers used the greatest activity in repairing the said bridges. The enemy has been closely pursued since we have been able to pass—we have made 50 prisoners from this rear guard. Marshal Davoust with his division left Freyberg on the 4th, and on the 5th was at Muhlendorf; the enemy defended the right bank, where they had erected batteries very advantageously situated. The bridge was demolished in such a manner as to require considerable labour to repair it. On the 6th at noon a part of marshal Davoust's division had passed. Prince Murat has caused a brigade of cavalry to pass the bridge of Muhlendorf, he had had the bridges of Oeting and Marekhi repaired, and has passed them with a part of his reserve. The Emperor has repaired in person to Haag. Marshal Soult's division is under arms beyond Haag; gen. Marmont's division remains this night at Wilsburg; that of marshal Ney at Landsherg; that of marshal Lannes on the road from Landshut to Brannau; all the intelligence that we have concerning the enemy, states that the Russian army is retreating. It has rained considerably all day; the whole country situated between the Iser and the Inn presents only one continued forest of Firs, a country very sterile. The army has had great reason to be pleased with the eagerness and zeal of the inhabitants of Munich in supplying it with the necessary provisions.
FOURTEENTH BULLETIN FROM THE GRAND ARMY. BRANNAU, 8th Brumaire, O. 30.
Marshal Bernadotte arrived on the 8th, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon, at Salisbourg. The Elector had left it some days since; a body of 600 men, which was there, returned precipitately the day before. The imperial head quarters were on the 6th at Haag, the 7th at Muhlendorf, and the 8th at Brannau. Marshal Davoust on the 8th spent the day in repairing completely the bridge of Muhlendorf. The first regiment of Chasseurs made a fine charge on the enemy, killed a fore of men took several prisoners, among whom is a captain of Hussars. On the 7th, Marshal Lannes arrived with the light horse at the bridge of Brannau from Landhut. The bridge was cut down, he instantly made 60 men embark in two boats.—The enemy who were besides pursued by the reserve of Prince Murat, abandoned the city. The boldness of the Chasseurs of the 18th contributed to precipitate their retreat. The misunderstanding between the Russians and Austrians begins to be observed.—The Russians pillage every thing. Their best informed officers well know that the war which they make is impolitic, since they have nothing to gain from the French whom nature has not suited to be their enemies. Brannau, as it proves, may be considered as one of the handiest and most useful acquisitions of the army. This place is surrounded by an enclosure with bastions, draw bridges, half moon and ditches full of water. There are numerous magazines of artillery and all in good condition; but what will appear difficult to believe, it is completely provisioned. There were found there 30,000 rations of bread ready to be distributed, and more than 1000 sacks of flour; the artillery of the place consists of 42 pieces of cannon, with spare carriages and mortars, furnished with more than 40,000 balls and howitzers. The Russians left there 100,000 wt. of powder, a great quantity of cartridges, bullets, one thousand firelocks, and all the stores necessary for sustaining a grand siege. The emperor has appointed General Lauriston, who came from Cadiz, Governor of this place, where he has established the depot of the head quarters of the army. FIFTEENTH BULLETIN FROM THE GRAND ARMY. BRANNAU, 9th Brumaire, (31 Oct.)
Several Russian deserters have already come in, among others a sergeant-major, a native of Moscow, a man of some information.—It may well be supposed that every body has questioned him. He says that the Russian army are differently disposed towards the French from what they were in the last war; that the prisoners who had come back from France were highly pleased with that country; that there had been six of them in his company who, at their departure from Poland, were sent to a greater distance; that if all the men returned from France had been left in the regiments, there was no doubt but that they would all have deserted; that the Russians were displeased at fighting for the Germans whom they do not like, and that they had a high opinion of French bravery. He was asked if they liked the Emperor: Alexander.—He replied that they were too miserable to have much attachment to him; that the soldiers liked the Emperor Paul better, but that the nobility preferred the Emperor Alexander; that the Russians, in general, were pleased to go from home, because they lived better, and were better paid; and that they all wished not to return to Russia, and that they would prefer settling in other climates to returning under the rod of so severe a government; that they knew the Austrians had lost all their battles, and did nothing but lament. Prince Murat has begun to pursue the enemy. He fell in with the rear of the Austrians, 6000 strong, on the road to Nerosbach; to see and to charge them was but the same thing to his cavalry—the rear was dispersed on the heights of Ried. The enemy's cavalry then rallied to protect the passage of the infantry through a defile. But the 1st regiment of Chasseurs, and General Beaumont's division of dragoons defeated them, and threw themselves with the enemy's infantry into the defile. The discharge of musketry was sharp enough; but the darkness of the night saved this division of the enemy; a part is dispersed in the woods; only 500 prisoners have been taken. The van of Prince Murat's division has taken position at Haag. Colonel Montbrun of the 1st chasseurs, is covered with glory. The 8th regiment of dragoons has maintained its ancient repute. A quarter-master of this regiment having had his hand shot off, said before the Prince, at the moment he was passing: "I regret my hand, because it can no longer serve our brave Emperor." The Emperor on learning this trait, said, "I there recognize the sentiments of the 8th. Let this quarter-master have a profitable place, suitable to his condition, in the palace of Versailles." The inhabitants of Brannau, according to custom, had carried into their houses, a great part of the magazines of the place. A proclamation has made them carry back the whole. There is at present a thousand sacks of flour, a great quantity of oats, magazines of artillery of every kind in very fine condition and 60,000 rations of bread, of which we were in great need; a part has been distributed to Marshal Soult's division. Marshal Bernadotte is arrived at Salzburg. The enemy has retreated on the road to Caithia and to Wels. One regiment of infantry intended to keep possession of the village Hallen; it has been obliged to retire to the village of Colling, where the Marshal hoped that General Kellermann would arrive to cut off its retreat and take it. The inhabitants assert that, in his uneasiness, the Emperor of Germany had gone as far as Wels, where he learned the disaster of his army. He there learned also the clamors of his people of Bohemia and Austria against the Russians, who rob and pillage in so unbridled a manner, that they wished for the arrival of the French to deliver them from those singular allies. Marshal Davoust, with his division, has taken a position between Ried and Haag.—All the other divisions are making a grand movement; but the weather is frightful; there has fallen half a foot of snow, which has made the roads detestable. The Minister Secretary of State, Maret, has joined the Emperor at Brannau. The Elector of Bavaria has returned to Munich; he has been received with the greatest enthusiasm by the inhabitants of his Capital. A great many mails from Vienna have been intercepted; the latest letters were of the 18th October. They had begun to have news of the affair of Wurtingen, which had spread the greatest consternation there—Provisions there were so dear that they could not be obtained. Vienna was threatened with famine, notwithstanding the Harvest has been abundant; but the depreciation of the paper money and of the assignats which were more than 40 per cent. below par, had carried every thing to the highest price.—The expectation of the fall of the paper money was in every mind.—The cultivator was unwilling any longer to exchange his commodities for a paper of no value.

There is not a man in Germany who does not consider the English as the authors of the war, and the Emperor Francis and Alexander as victims of their intrigues. There is not a person who does not say: There will be no peace as long as the oligarchs shall govern England, and the oligarchs shall govern as long as George shall breathe. Thus the reign of the Prince of Wales is wished for as the end of that of the oligarchs, who, in all countries, are egotists, and indifferent to the calamities of the world.
MINISTRY OF WAR. ARMY OF ITALY.
The marshal of the Empire, Massena, General in Chief of the Army of Italy, to the Marshal of the Empire, Berthier, Minister of War
Head Quarters at Alps, 26th Vendemaire, year 14, at midnight.
I have had the honour of informing you, Mr. Marshal, that after the expiration of the term agreed on with Prince Charles, I should profit of the first moment to act vigorously. I attacked this morning at four o'clock, the bridge of the old castle of Verona, and I have crossed the Adige, I hasten to give you an account of the result of my operations.
I had assembled the army at Zeylo and in the environs so as to enable one to march wherever the enemy might attempt a passage. This concentration of troops inspired fears concerning my real design. I gave orders for a false attack to be made on my right, and hostile demonstrations on my left; my intention was to deceive the enemy by these different movements, and the success answered my expectations. The first operation was to throw down the wall which defended the middle of the bridge; it fell by means of a train of powder set with great boldness. The two cuts which the Austrians had made were rendered practicable by means of planks and boards, and immediately 24 companies of rangers, taken from the divisions Gardanne and Ducesme, rushed to the other side of the bridge, under the protection of the cannon of the old castle; they were soon followed by the whole of the first division, under the command of General Gardanne, the enemy defended the village in force, and opposed us briskly; he was put to the route and pursued to the heights. Reinforcements sent by Prince Charles arrived from all parts; the two armies continued fighting with great obstinacy from four in the morning until six in the evening. The Austrians did not yield their territory until after having obstinately disputed it; at length we drove them from all their positions, and destroyed their entrenchments. Seven pieces of artillery and eighteen caissons are the fruit of this day; we have taken from them 14 or 1500 prisoners; they have left 1200 men on the field of battle, and they have a much greater number wounded. On our side, we have had few killed; we have 500 wounded, yet but few of them dangerously.
I immediately gave orders for building a tete de pont, and it is now solidly established. I shall take care to inform you of the results of this day and of the advantages which I hope to reap from it. Be so kind as to present to H. M. the Emperor and King, this first pledge of the value of his army of Italy; and renew to him the assurance of our attachment to the execution of his designs.
I remain, yours, &c. MASSENA. Bulletin of the 7th Brumaire, year 14.
The commander in chief caused the enemy to be attacked this morning about five o'clock.
Whilst on his left the division of general Seras crossed the Adige at Polo, and on his right that of general Verrier maneuvered from Ronco to Albano, the divisions of generals Gardanne and Ducesme opened out in front of the old castle of Verona, attacked the heights of Val Pastena and turned the castle of San Felice; profiting of their position, the general in chief then forced the Austrians to evacuate Veronetta. The pallisades of the new bridge were immediately thrown down; the division of the light horse under the command of gen. Espagne, that of the grenadiers under the orders of general Pavoumeux, the reserve of cavalry commanded by general Monnet and the division of general Molitor crossed Veronetta and bore down on the high road of St. Michael, where they were opposed by the Austrian infantry and cavalry protected by several guns; orders were then given to the cavalry to charge, which they executed with great briskestness, supported by the eadiers of the division Molitor; in one of their charges the squadron of guides made 500 infantry lay down their arms. The enemy was put to the route, driven out of the village at St. Michael and beyond St. Martin. We have taken up our position at Vico.
Sixteen hundred prisoners and two pieces of artillery are the results of this day. The Austrians have left great numbers on the field of battle. Our loss consists only in a few men, and about a hundred wounded. The army is on the point of pursuing its advantages. The divisions and different corps have manoeuvred with precision, and the general in chief bestows great praises on the order and audacity which the troops displayed on the attack; he has rendered them the testimony to H. M. the emperor and king, the testimony that they burn with the desire of imitating the examples of the Grand Army, and deserve a share in the noble rewards which H. M. decrees to their bravery.
THIRD BULLETIN OF THE ARMY OF ITALY.
Head Quarters at Vago, 9th Brumaire, year 14.
After the affair of the 7th the army took up its position at Vago, two miles below Caldiero. On the 8th two in the afternoon attacked the enemy along the whole line. The division Molitor, forming the left, began the action, that of General Gardanne attacked the centre and that of General Ducesme the right. These different attacks were well executed and happily conducted. The village of Caldiero was carried amidst the cries of Long live the Emperor!
At half past four, Prince Charles gave orders for his reserve consisting of 24 battalions of Grenadiers and several regiments to advance. The action then became hotter. His Majesty's troops displayed their accustomed intrepidity; the cavalry made several charges and every time with success, the battalions of the Grenadiers of the reserve were engaged at the same time, and the bayonet decided the fate of the day. The enemy caused to play on us upwards of thirty pieces of artillery which lined his entrenchments. But notwithstanding the obstinacy of his resistance he was put to the route and pursued to the foot of the redoubts beyond Caldiero.
We have taken 3,500 prisoners, the field of battle is strewn with Austrians; the number of their killed and wounded is at least equal to that of their prisoners. Prince Charles has asked for a truce in order to bury the dead.
Our loss is very inconsiderable, in comparison to that of the enemy. The marshal General in Chief bestows the highest praise on the courage and achievement of the army; he proposes nothing more particularly the noble actions which have signalised this day, and laying before H. M. the Emperor and King the names of those brave fellows to whom the honour of it is due.
GERMANY. Nuremberg, 27th Oct.
We have received letters from Paskau of the 25th. They are full of details relative to the proceedings of the Russians, who appeared for a moment on the borders of the Inn, and sent some detachments to the left bank of that river, but which they hastened to abandon on the first news of the arrival of French and Bavarian troops. We learn, by the same letters, that Gen. Kutusow has made his army take a new position, in which he proposes, they say, to wait for the French, his line extends from the Inn upon the Danube along the right bank of the Inn to the mouth of the Sainza by Dittingen and Laufen as far as Salsburgh, Retzschelt and Berchtholdsgaden. Gen. Keimayer, who also commanded upon that point, has been replaced by Gen. Merfeldt.
There already reigns a great misunderstanding between the Russians and Austrians; the latter accuse the former of having designedly delayed their march and rejoicing in secret at the defeat of Gen. Mack's army. It is even asserted that some very warm disputes have taken place between the Generals of the two powers.
The Prussian Ministry have addressed to all the Civil and Military Authorities of Franconia, a very conciliatory circular letter for the neighbouring states. It states, in substance, That "H. P. M. is taking the most efficacious measures to shelter his faithful subjects from the vexations which they may experience, by the unforeseen passage of troops belonging to the belligerent powers, but these measures and preparations for defence are only to be considered as a surer means to establish a perfect and strict neutrality for the Prussian territory; all other interposition must be carefully avoided."
Wurzburg, Oct. 30.
The Emperor of Russia not having been able to engage the King of Prussia to repair to Poland, is gone to see him at Berlin, where he arrived on the 25th instant. The interview of this monarch with his P. M. will produce the results which many persons expected from it. The Cabinet of Berlin, independently of the last proclamation published in the principality of Anspach, has clearly declared its intentions by the official declarations. In the last note delivered to Mr. Liforet, Ambassador to France, and to Gen. Duroc, it is said "That H. M. will remain faithful to the principles which have hitherto directed his political conduct, and will be constantly animated by the desire of procuring to Europe the advantages of peace, in concurring with all his power, by his mediation to a happy conciliation of the differences which have kindled the flame of war." The motives of the military dispositions which have taken place and of their assembling of several corps of the army are thus explained: "All these measures have no other end in view than to insure the neutrality and protect the territory of his Majesty."
Letters from London say, it was contemplated by the British government to place all the ports of France, Spain and Holland, in a state of blockade, a la mode de France ; and to take measures to prevent neutrals carrying the produce of their enemies from their colonies to the parent countries. Ind. Chron.
Sir Sidney Smith, we understand, has given orders for erecting a printing press, on board his ship, the Antelope, now lying in Dover Roads. Lon. Pap.
Domestic Intelligence.
Commercial Agencies of the United States for the Districts of Paris and Havre.
Paris, Oct. 31, 1805.
In consequence of instructions from the Secretary of State of the United States; the undersigned commercial agent of the United States, for the port and district of Havre-de-Grace, acting for Fulwar Skipwith, commercial agent of the said States, for the district of Paris, in his absence; hereby gives notice to the citizens of the United States, and all others whom it may concern, that after the date hereof, he will grant no certificates in cases of foreign vessels purchased by citizens of the United States, or any document whatever relative to such purchases, except those shall justify that the purchase was made without knowing this alteration in the former instructions on the subject.
A Louisville paper states that a considerable detachment of troops have already been sent to form an establishment near the coast of Santa Fe, and that a large reinforcement is to join them in the spring, which will effectually extend and protect our petty trade, and open a safe and easy communication with the Dons.
The alarming accounts from Detroit are without foundation. A gentleman of respectability now in this city from thence, has received a letter from his connections, an extract of which follows:
"DETROIT, Nov. 26.—Some credulous fearful people, have circulated reports of the hostile designs of the neighbouring Indians, particularly the Wyandots. I am not at all apprehensive, and should these rumours reach you, let them give you no uneasiness, for I am persuaded they are without foundation."
Accounts from Havana state, that a British frigate, a sloop of war, a brig, and several privateers, are cruizing off Havana and the neighbouring ports. N. Y. Gaz.
CHARLESTON, Dec. 27.
The United States brig Hornet, capt. Chauncy, went to sea yesterday morning. The ships Two Friends, St. Andrew, Cornelia and several other vessels passed the bar at the same time. Capt. Chauncy was to keep with them until they entered the Gulf Stream.
We have just been informed that the salaries of the judges who are to sit under the new system, were yesterday fixed. The pre-feeding judges are to receive 2000 dollars per annum, and the officers 1500 each.
Baltimore pap. DIED at Birmingham, England on 15th Sept. last, Mr. JOHN HODGESON, Junr. Merchant of that place, aged 25 years.
IN SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES. Dec. 27, 1805.
THE PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following letter and report, from the secretary of the treasury, which were read; Ordered, That they lie for consideration.
TREASURY DEPARTMENT, December 26th, 1805.
SIR, I have the honor to enclose a report prepared in obedience to a resolution of the Senate, of the second of March, 1805. I have the honor to be, very respectfully, Sir, Your obedient servant, ALBERT GALLATIN. The honorable the President of the Senate of the United States.
REPORT.
IN obedience to the resolution of the Senate, of the second day of March, 1805, the Secretary of the Treasury Respectfully reports, That there are no documents in the Treasury, distinguishing from each other, the value of the several species of merchandise imported into the United States, which pay the general ad valorem duty. And that the annexed statements exhibit, first, the value, agreeably to prime cost, of goods paying duties ad valorem, imported during the years 1802, 1803 and 1804 from the dominions of Great-Britain in Europe, and in the East-Indies; and also from all other parts of Europe and from China; and secondly, the quantity of salt, rum and nails, imported during the same years from Great-Britain and her dependencies. All which is respectfully submitted.
ALBERT GALLATIN, Secretary of the Treasury.
Treasury Department, Dec. 26, 1805. A STATEMENT, exhibiting the value (agreeably to the prime cost) in sterling money, of GOODS, paying duties ad valorem, imported from the dominions of Great-Britain in Europe, and from her dominions in the East-Indies; and also from all other parts of Europe, and from China.
Table with 10 columns: For the years ending Sept. 30th, 1802, 1803, 1804. Sub-columns: From the dominions of Great Britain in Europe (At 12 1-2, 15, 20 per cent), From all other parts of Europe (At 12 1-2, 15, 20 per cent), From the British dominions in the E. Indies (At 12 1-2, 15, 20 per cent), From China (At 12 1-2, 15, 20 per cent).
TREASURY DEPARTMENT, Register's Office, 23rd Dec. 1805. JOSEPH NOURSE, Register.
A STATEMENT exhibiting the quantity of salt, rum and nails imported from the dominions of Great Britain in Europe, from the British West-Indies, and from other British dependencies.
Table with 10 columns: For the years ending on the 30th Septem. Sub-columns: From the dominions of Great Britain in Europe (Bushels, Gallons, Pounds), From the British West Indies (Bushels, Gallons, Pounds), From other British dependencies (Bushels, Gallons, Pounds).
TREASURY DEPARTMENT, Register's Office, 23rd Dec. 1805. JOSEPH NOURSE, Register.
From the New-Port (R. I.) Mercury. SHIP HOPE, ROBINSON, OF THIS PORT. We present the following decision of Sir William Scott, as an important document. Although it is a case of restoration yet the new principle of the English admiralty courts is fully displayed. The argument of the judges evinces how flexible, for their own purposes, the English can make the law of nations.
Though a rule may be laid down this year and acted upon, and neutral property to the amount of millions be afloat in full faith of its continuance, yet it is by no means certain, that it will be a rule of adjudication the next year. Sir Wm. Scott had heretofore declared himself satisfied, that landing the cargo and paying the importation duties, constituted ample proof of a legal importation, and that a cargo so imported, might be exported. The lords of appeal, have however, decided otherwise. For this court it can hardly be expected, that we should feel the same respect, as for the English courts of ordinary common law jurisdiction. For unlike theirs, it is not composed of men who hold a permanent office by an independent tenure, but mostly of the confidential members of the existing administration. These men are generally of high rank and distinguished talents; but they are members in the cabinet of a nation at war, and they carry with them from the cabinet to the bench, the plans and the projects of war. Judicial decisions destructive to the rights of neutrals, are one of their means of distressing the enemy, and aggrandizing their own nation. What they establish becomes, however binding upon all subordinate courts, and consequently the principle established by the lords of appeal, has been adopted by Sir Wm. Scott, against his own sense of its equity and propriety.
Our readers will probably recollect a very interesting report made during the session preceding the last, by the Committee of Claims, in the case of the unfortunate David Valenzin. Some persons having taken the liberty of representing that the committee were imposed upon, and that the circumstances stated in their report were unfounded, we publish the following letter from our distinguished countryman, Mr. Eaton, to John C. Smith, esq. chairman of the Committee of Claims, as substantiating those circumstances. For this publication at this time we have another reason. It, in some small degree, throws light on the character of Eaton, and evinces the sense entertained abroad of a just government, that "rara avis in terris"
SIR, THIS morning two Jewish merchants came, with essential oil of roses for sale, to the British Resident's house, where I am. They were dressed in the habit of Egypt. But one of them speaking French intelligibly, took my attention. I entered into an enquiry concerning the actual state of commerce in this country, which naturally led him to mention the names of sundry commercial houses here; among others, that of Moses Valenzin. This name brought to my recollection the unfortunate Valenzin, whose case last winter, so seriously occupied the Committee of Claims, and whose fate so justly excused their sensibility. Engaged with more immediate concerns, I do not know that my thoughts had once before turned to those events since my departure from America. But this accident induced particular enquiry; the result of which I thought too interesting to pass unnoticed; wherefore calling Lieut. O'Bannon, Mr. Goldsborough, a purser in the navy, and Mr. Farquhar, an English gentleman, into my apartment, I made the examination hereunder transcribed, as attested by these gentlemen. It corresponds to exactly with the account David Valenzin gave of himself, that it cannot, I am persuaded, be indifferent to you; especially as the justice of your report on that case, and consequent act of Congress, have been the subject of comment in certain circles.
DECISION
Of the right hon. Sir William Scott, in the British court of admiralty, doctors' commons, Thursday, Sept. 12th, 1805, in the case of the ship Hope, of this port, Robert Robinson, master.
This case is pressed, upon the part of the captors, on the ground of its being a cargo taken in at the enemy's colony, (Manilla) and after touching in America, is brought to the enemy's country in Europe, without breaking the continuity of the voyage, by any act done; and in respect to this question, there is no evidence here, that the continuity of the voyage was sufficiently interrupted. Since the case of the Essex, Ome, a mere importation with the intent of exporting again, is not to be taken as a discontinuity of the voyage; and I am surprised at the observation made, as if this was a novel rule, a new rule introduced. I apprehend it is a clear and ancient principle, and perfectly justifiable. It is not going to a neutral port, and saying you have called at that port in passing, but it must be a bona fide importation, and established by evidence, that the continuity of the voyage is solemnly broken with respect to the cargo; in that case the court will look no further. The time of a vessel staying is of importance, as it shows the intention of the parties. If it is extremely short, the presumption arising is merely of an evasive nature. At the same time, there have been cases in which it has appeared, notwithstanding the shortness of the time, there was sufficient evidence to prove that they went there for the purpose of importation; and it was only in consequence of not finding market, that the cargo was re-exported, and the court has frequently thought it its duty to hold that the voyage was interrupted. The mere payment of duties, if there is clear evidence that the importation, and that the cargo was carried there for the purpose of evading the consequences of coming from the colony of the enemy to the country of the enemy, that has been held a continued voyage.
To a house in Leghorn, the firm of Abram Reuben, of which I am the agent here." Are you acquainted with the Hebrew mercantile houses in Alexandria? "Yes; there are Lorea and Tulkey, the most considerable house; Moses Valenzin, a respectable merchant, and others of less note." Has Moses Valenzin any relations? "He has a brother, David Valenzin, and an uncle." Where is David Valenzin? "David Valenzin came to Alexandria with a cargo of wine; sold it to the community of the English army; took a bill of exchange for half the avails, and cash for the other half. But, as he had no correspondent in England, he went to Smyrna and negotiated his bill for merchandise; which he put on board a vessel for Malta. He departed from Malta for Tripoli; and near Malta, we learn, was taken by the Americans who are at war with the Bishaw of Tripoli; and who have carried him—we know not where."
Do you know how long since David Valenzin was David Valenzin taken by the Americans? "No, it was two years and a half, or three years, since he left Egypt. I do not know how long he remained in Smyrna; but it is about twenty months since we heard he was taken." Where was David Valenzin born? "David Valenzin was born in Venice, but came very young to Tripoli with his father, who was then a rich merchant." Did Valenzin, the father establish a house at Tripoli? "Yes." Was the establishment, and was Valenzin under the protection of the Bishaw of Tripoli? "No. Both his father and himself always wore hats, and christian habits.—And his brother, at Alexandria, is now under the protection of the imperial flag, as a subject of the Emperor." Has David Valenzin any wife or children? "No; neither one nor the other; he was never married." I have to inform you that David Valenzin is dead. "How! Dead!" "Yes. Impatient of the delay occasioned by want of documents in his application for redress in the case of his capture; and perhaps despairing of a successful decision; he put an end to his own existence about ten months ago, in the capital of the United States."
Is it possible! "I saw him in his bloated blood. Alas! Valenzin! Too unfortunate Valenzin! He was but about twenty-eight or twenty-nine years of age!" "W. P. I have put these questions to you that I might learn Valenzin's story; and that we might be enabled to find out his lawful heir." "I know not that he has any heirs, except his brother at Alexandria." "Paused." "Or, perhaps, he may have left a sister in Tripoli, who must be very wretched." You are at liberty to acquaint Moses Valenzin, of Alexandria, with the particulars of these questions, and with the information thence resulting. You may inform him also, that the answers you have given to my questions being established as the truth of facts, there remain in deposit by the government of the United States, for the heirs of David Valenzin, between one and two thousand Spanish dollars; which will be transmitted to them by proper application to said government, or to the administrator of said Valenzin's estate, thus deposited, appointed at the city of Washington.
ATTESTATION. "The above examination was made by Wm. Eaton, esq. in the Italian language, and translated into English, verbatim, by Mr. Richard Farquhar, at Grand Cairo, in Egypt, December the 27th, 1804, in presence of the under-written." (Signed) TH. O'BANNON, Lieut. Marines. R. W. GOLDSBOROUGH, Purser U. S. brig Argus. RICH. FARQUHAR.
Leon Reuben knew not the object of my enquiry; nor could he possibly frame any conjecture concerning it, whatever imagination it may have excited; for he thought he was all this time speaking with Englishmen. But on explaining myself to him, and letting him know that I had no other object in view than to find out the lawful heirs of an unfortunate man, who had fallen a victim to the disorders of war, in order that the wishes of my government may be accomplished in the restitution of his property. Leon seemed amazed—Turning towards his companion, raising his eyes to heaven, and having both hands gravely to his breast, he exclaimed in Arabic, "Great God! What an extraordinary country that must be where the government takes so much pains to render justice to a Hebrew! Even at this distance to inform his heirs of cash in deposit, which might so easily have been concealed!"
* A distinctive mark of foreign protection in Barbary.
Seat of Government.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
THURSDAY, January 2. Mr. Varnum, from the committee to whom was referred that part of the message of the President, which relates to the organization and classification of the militia, made a detailed and argumentative report in part, which concludes with recommending the following resolution:
Resolved, That it is inexpedient to adopt measures for the classification or new organization of the militia.
Referred to a committee of the whole on Monday.
Mr. Gregg, from the committee on public lands, made a report on the petition of Geo. Turner, unfavorable to the same.
Whereupon, Resolved, that the prayer of the petition of George Turner ought not to be granted.
Mr. Sally, from the committee appointed to consider the expediency of altering the act for mitigating or remitting fines and penalties, made a detailed report, with an accompanying bill, to extend jurisdiction in certain cases to the state judges and state courts; which was referred to a committee of the whole House on Tuesday next.
The House went into a committee of the whole on the bill for establishing rules and articles for the government of the armies of the United States—Mr. J. C. Smith in the chair. The bill was taken up by sections.
On reading the 8th Article, which authorizes a court martial to punish with death or otherwise any one "who, being present at any mutiny or sedition, does not use his utmost endeavor to suppress the same, or coming to the knowledge of any intended mutiny, does not, without delay, give information thereof to his commanding officer."—Mr. G. W. Campbell moved to strike the words "death or other

Messrs. Varnum and Nelson opposed the motion, which was disagreed to without a division. In a subsequent article, Mr. G. W. Campbell moved to strike out that part, which authorizes a court martial to punish with death any one who offers violence to his officer. Messrs. G. W. Campbell, Cook, Southard and Talmadge supported, and Messrs. Nelson, Smith and Mason opposed it; when the question was put, and the motion lost—Ayes 20. As the committee progressed in reading the bill, numerous amendments, principally verbal, were made. The committee then rose, reported progress, and asked leave to sit again, which was granted.
A MEDAL, worthy of the illustrious Washington, has been at length executed in Philadelphia, by a German Artist. (J. Reich) upon the design of a person of taste, under the inspection of the director of the mint, the librarian of the philosophical society, and other gentlemen of professional ability, or acknowledged judgment.
DESCRIPTION. THE FACE.—A head of Gen. Washington in his uniform. INSCRIPTION.—General Washington, C. C. A. U. S. (Commander in Chief of the Armies of the U. S.) REVERSE.—Under the date of the acquisition of independence, the American Eagle, with the thunder bolt in its claws, and the olive branch in its beak, descending upon the pedestal of the globe, on which the U. S. are delineated, by their natural boundaries.
The Enquirer. RICHMOND, 9th JANUARY.
THEATRE OF EUROPE.
When the present confederacy of Europe was formed, it was not difficult to foresee, that the events to which it would give birth would be of no limited or local nature. A coalition patched up of the tattered sovereignty of Austria, and the remote, semi-barbarous cabinet of Petersburg, with force a single pressing point of common interest, could scarcely, any one might perceive, withstand the concentrated energies of a man, who had risen from an humble island of the Mediterranean to command the largest empire of Europe, who had passed through successive degrees of exertion and experience, and whose almost uninterrupted success had entitled him to the appellation of the child of fortune. It was easy to perceive, that fighting under such favourable auspices, the genius of Bonaparte ever active, rich in resources, and indefatigable in his defence, would possess too great an ascendancy over the distracted, and panic-struck means of the house of Austria; that if by some bold coup-de-main, for which the Emperor of France has always been distinguished above all other generals, he could beat the Austrians, before the Russians could arrive on the banks of the Danube, they in their turn would offer a feeble resistance to an army, crowded with troops and flushed with conquest; and that there was only one bulwark between the French torrent and the downfall of the house of Austria. That bulwark was the house of Brandenburg. Under this view it was that the London Editors have never ceased to exclaim since the formation of the new coalition, that if there ever was a man, who held in his hands the balance of the powers of Europe, that man was the King of Prussia. That if ever there was a monarch, who had it in his power to resist the gigantic power of Bonaparte; who could boast of preserving the independence of England, and saving the liberties of Europe itself, this was the man. Give him then any thing which he may require (exclaim these Journalists) give him Holland, give him Hanover; place the map of Europe before him, and let him pick out any indemnities he may demand for protecting the liberties of the world." Without the aid of Prussia, it was therefore confessed, that Russia and Austria and Great Britain could not contend united against France; and that Austria, Great Britain and even Europe itself would fall the victims of French ambition. If Prussia would join the coalition with her 150,000 troops; if she would send one detachment into Hanover and Holland, another on the borders of the Rhine, and a third into Bohemia to unite with one of the Russian divisions; the capital of Austria might have been saved from the disgrace of seeing the French banners flying over her walls. But even this idea is a mere speculative conception. It is the fate of such a mind as Bonaparte's to defeat the ordinary calculations of experience, and make that which would appear the most natural in other men, the most improbable to our conception. But if even with the aid of Prussia, it is a doubtful problem how far Austria could resist the armies of the French, is it any longer a subject of wonder that if this co-operation were refused, her territories over-run, and that the French flag now waves over the walls of Vienna?
Reasoning, however, from the cold and circumspect policy of the Prussian cabinet, nothing appeared more improbable than that it would heartily co-operate in any war against France, where she was likely to reap success. Such cabinets as that of Prussia, will scarcely aspire to the merit of engaging in any contest, however honorable it may be, if peril lurks within it of succouring the distressed, or guarding the liberties of Europe. We suspect indeed that such virtues are very rare at this time on that continent, & that under this view of the subject it may indeed be said with truth, "that the age of Chivalry is past and the glory of Europe is extinguished." Virtues of this cast certainly form no ornament in the imperial crown of Prussia. This monarch so far from stepping forth to relieve the oppressed, or even to join in the outset of the rencontre, would be more willing to purchase advantageous concessions from France, by holding out the appearance of joining her enemy, or of waiting till victory has offered him an ally worthy of his friendship. This has always appeared to us as the real policy of the Prussian cabinet; and what was theory yesterday, is fact to-day. So far as the conduct of Prussia is considered, we find from the latest accounts, that she has hitherto preferred the neutrality that we have predicted. What have been the actual springs of this policy, and whether she is to receive any recompence from France for the neutrality she has observed, we must leave it to time alone to determine.
By the last arrival at New-York, with Bourdeaux papers to the 10th of Nov. we are told under the Wurtzburgh head Oct. 30, that the Emperor of Russia not being able to engage the King of Prussia to repair to Poland, is gone to see him at Berlin, where he arrived on the 27th inst. Surely this want of compliance in the Prussian monarch, was very inauspicious to the projects of the Russian emperor. If he
was not ill enough to put himself a little out of his way by going from Potsdam to Poland, when that visit might have been essentially necessary for maturing their schemes against France, it was scarcely to have been expected, that he would engage in the still more serious design of embarking in the war.
But there is still a more unequivocal circumstance to shew the pacific disposition of Prussia. When the French troops lately marched thro' the Margraviate of Anspach, it was predicted by the defending Journalists of London, that his Prussian majesty would overflow with indignation; that he would address a most menacing memorial to the French emperor; in fact that there was no doubt that the late movements of the Prussian troops were intended to execute his schemes of vengeance. Unfortunately Journalists of London! How wonderfully did they mistake the placable temper of his majesty of Berlin! The Prussian ministry (say our latest accounts) have addressed to all the civil and military authorities of Franconia, a "very confidential circular letter for the neighboring states." It declares in substance, "that his P. M. is taking the most efficacious measures to shelter his faithful subjects from the vexations which they may experience, by the unforeseen passage of troops belonging to the belligerent powers, but that these measures and preparations for defence are only to be considered as a surer means to establish a perfect and strict neutrality for the Prussian territory; all other interpretations must be gracefully avoided." There is no ambiguity in this language. The Prussian ministry explicitly declare, that these preparations are made not to prefer the liberties of Europe; not to protect the neutrality of those smaller states, who are too weak to protect themselves; not to co-operate with the fleets of Great-Britain; but simply to establish the neutrality of Anspach and the rest of Franconia. The English ministry may have indeed entertained other expectations about his Prussian majesty; perhaps they may have gone so far as to give him a new subsidy; but this will not be the first occasion, that dishonour has dimmed the lustre of his crown. Every historian will recollect, that his majesty has lately put one subsidy in his pocket, which he requested the English ministry to put down to his credit.
But a still more unequivocal fact that all these, is to be found in the tenor of the last note delivered to M. Laforet, ambassador of France, and to general Duroc. It is there stated, that "H. M. will remain faithful to the principles which have hitherto directed his political conduct, and will be constantly animated by the desire of procuring to Europe the advantages of peace, in concurring with all his power, by his mediation, to a happy conciliation of the differences which have kindled the war." It goes on to explain the motives of the military dispositions, which have taken place, and of the assembling of the several corps of the army; "all these measures have no other end in view than to insure the neutrality and protect the territory of his majesty." Surely this is not the language of a man, who wishes to engage as a party in the war, or to "kindle its flames." Does it not, on the contrary, breathe the spirit of a mediator, who wishes to conciliate every difference?
But why should we multiply arguments to prove so obvious a position? Why attempt to show, that there is no other opposition to Bonaparte's marching immediately to the gates of Vienna, than the Russian and Austrian forces, which were encamped over the Inn, or some other reason, to the three Bulletins of the army of Italy, and they assure us that it has been continually defeating the Austrians under the arch-duke Charles; and let us recollect the fact written on the margin of the latest French papers, that "Melfena had gained a complete victory over the Austrian army, taken 15,000 prisoners, and put the arch-duke Charles to flight."
What then remained to oppose the victorious march of Bonaparte, but a body of 50,000 Russians under general Kutusow encamped at Wels, and of 20,000 Austrians under Kienmayer encamped at Lintz? But how incompetent will this force appear, when we recollect the size of the grand army of the French, animated too by conquest; when we consider that the van-guard of the Russians had already been driven back by Kellerman, that Bernadotte had penetrated to the electorate of Salzburg, and that the Emperor had himself taken up his quarters at Braunau on the other side of the Inn; that the Russians were not only inferior in number, but in zeal; that they were continually deserting, continually embroiled with their allies. Let us recollect these frivolous obstacles to the power of the French, and then let us recollect the smallness of the interval, which separated them from the capital of Austria.
From Vienna to Munich there are three roads, the two principal of which at this juncture are those by the route of Braunau and Salzburg. From Vienna to Ens, the distance is 105 English miles; from thence to Braunau on the Inn, the last imperial town, 105 miles; to Munich 85; from Ens to Salzburg the distance is 100 miles; and from thence to Munich 84." These distances are sufficient for our purpose; but we will give the continuation of them, as they appear in the same London paper. "Gen. Kienmayer has joined the Russians either at Braunau or Salzburg; if at the latter place, assistance might have been sent, if there had been time to Gen. Mack, by infirmary in the Tyrol; this place is 60 miles from Puffien, very strong, and 30 miles from Kempten which lies by Ilhig and Wangen; from Lindau 45 miles; from Memmingen 90, and from that place to Ulm 30 miles. Ulm, by Memmingen to Lindau is 75 miles and by Ravensburgh 65; Regentz is from Lindau 31 1/4 miles. From Ulm by Frankfort and Cologne to Amsterdam, the distance is 410 miles; and by way of Bafil to Paris 360 miles. A person may with ease reach Amsterdam in 4 days, and Paris in 3 days." On the 31st Oct. the date of the last Bulletin, it is therefore evident that the French emperor was at Braunau, 910 miles from Vienna, by the way of Ens, and Bernadotte was at Salzburg, 205 miles by the same route; according to Brooke's Gazetteer, it is in fact no more than 155 miles S. W. of Vienna. At such a distance, and with such a force to contend with, is it then at all improbable, that the Bank of Bonaparte is by this time realized, and that he has entered the gates of Vienna?
But experience has already outstripped these speculations. That very event is accomplished, which the preceding series of circumstances would have induced to anticipate. It is not only probable that the French would have entered Vienna; but the very latest accounts from France, explicitly declare, that they have entered it. The following is an extract of a letter from Norfolk, brought by the Tuesday evening's mail. "An arrival from Bourdeaux brings accounts to the 28th of November. Mr. Peter Gordon came passenger and brings papers stating that BONAPARTE HAD ENTERED VIENNA WITH HIS ARMY ON THE 16th OF THAT MONTH." When the mind has once recovered from the
impression of such an astonishing and stupendous event, it naturally seems with curiosity. It is full of concern; full of perplexity; it breaks forth into a thousand enquiries. What has become of the Austro-Russian army? Has it dared to meet its foe in fight, or has the foe eluded its vigilance? If they have met "in deadly fight," how many thousands have been slain, how many thousands escaped, or how many prisoners have been sent to replace the conscripts of France, and like the Algerine captive, to till the soil of their masters? What has become of the army of the Arch-Duke Charles? These questions would be put to us in vain. Not one of these is it within our power to answer. The letters from Norfolk furnish us with none of these details.
What is the fate of the unfortunate emperor of Austria? Whither has he retired? What are his remaining resources? Will his hereditary states of Hungary pour forth their Huns and their Huns, in their sovereign's defence? Will Austria, will Moravia, will Bohemia, will all of them combined together, exert a force sufficient to recover his capital? Or will his sublime ally, the emperor of Russia, send forth a new body of Cossacs to rescue him from ruin? But these too are questions, which we are incompetent to answer. On one only, we mean the present situation of the emperor of Austria, the following paragraph received from the New-York advices, will throw some additional information:
STUTTGARD, November 1. The deputies from the senate of Paris arrived yesterday in this town, and set off this day for the imperial head-quarters.
The presence of numerous armies on the frontiers of Bavaria had not hitherto interrupted the communication by post between Vienna and Augsburg. The last letters from the capital of Austria, mention that all is consternation there, since the intelligence had been received of the total destruction of the army of Suabia. In vain that court wished to conceal it from the inhabitants; every thing has transpired, and the public, in its turn, has perceived the fear which the court entertains of the approaching arrival of the French army in Austria. The most valuable effects were sending off into Hungary. Under these circumstances the government sought to profit of the slightest appearances in order to restore in some degree the spirits of the inhabitants of the capital and provinces, and in this view all the steps of Prussia were interpreted as being highly to the advantage of Austria. It is however known that all the complaints made by the court of Vienna, concerning the passage of some French troops over the Prussian territory, in a note of its ambassador (the count Munich) to the court of Berlin, have not been able to shake the firm resolution of the latter to maintain a reciprocity of conduct towards the belligerent powers, which is very far indeed from a formal declaration in favor of Austria as that court seeks to make it believed.
But from these limited views, the mind naturally ascends to more momentous enquiries. From the means which lead to the downfall of an emperor, or from the calamities which he suffers, we naturally turn an anxious eye to the future fate of his empire. What, then, is to become of the dominions of the house of Austria? Is Bonaparte ambitious to make Charlemagne his model? like him to unite Germany and France under the same sceptre. Will he divide his conquests with the King of Prussia, as the recompence of his neutrality? Or will he hold Vienna as the means of obtaining peace, from the Emperor, and new acquisitions for himself? What will be the effect of this victory and these momentous revolutions, upon the prosperity of our own country? These are questions, the least important of which would require days of mature reflection. We cannot dismiss them in a paragraph. We must therefore reserve them for a future paper.
*The French passed the empire under 8 Emperors till the year 913 when Lewis III. the last Prince of the line of Charlemagne died without male issue. Conrad, count of Franconia, the son-in-law of Lewis, was then elected Emperor.
The Election of DIRECTORS for the bank of Virginia and its branches took place in this city on Tuesday. The following is an exhibit of the directors appointed and the votes rendered to each:
Table with 4 columns: For Richmond, No. of votes, For Norfolk, No. of votes, For Petersburg, No. of votes, For Fredericksburg, No. of votes. Lists names of directors and their respective vote counts.
This mark shows the New Members. Those in Italic are the Federal Gentlemen.
BANK STOCK OF VIRGINIA.
The state of Virginia owns 3,000 shares in the bank of Virginia; which at 100 dollars per share, is nominally worth 300,000 dollars. It is entitled to receive as much dividend on those 3,000 shares, as on any 3,000 owned by individuals. The state in fact borrowed the whole of this capital from the bank; that is, it was debited in the books of the bank with the sum of 300,000 dollars, & it pays an interest of 4 per cent. on every part of it, which is not paid on. Thirty thousand dollars of it is paid by the treasury on the first of every year; &
on the first instant, the debt due to the bank was reduced to 240,000 dollars. In calculating the interest due from the state, the bank thought it right to divide the whole sum into 4 different instalments in the same manner as was the capital to be paid in by every individual and to charge the state with an interest only on that sum that would have been paid up, by any individual. In other words, they charged interest on 75,000 dollars from the day when the subscription books were opened that is on the day of the 18th of Oct. when the bank went into operation, and when the second instalment became due; on 225,000 for 120 days from the same; and on the whole sum after the expiration of 180 days from the same. It is from these dates that the following accounts of the Treasury with the bank are made out:
Table with 2 columns: Item, Amount. Includes Dividend on 3,000 shares at 4 dols. each, Interest on the rate of 4 per cent. per annum, Profit to be paid to the Treasury.
Profit to the state on the 1st of July, Let us extend our calculations still further; upon the following data:
1. On the first of every January the state is to pay the bank 30,000 dols. 2. The state is to pay to the bank, interest on the whole sum that remains due. 3. On the other hand, the state is entitled to draw from the bank, her dividend on the whole capital of 300,000 dols. 4. Let this dividend be eliminated at what it is in the poorest banks viz. at 8 per cent.
Table with 4 columns: Years, Principal, Interest, Difference. Shows financial calculations from 1806 to 1813.
It follows, therefore, that from first to last, the state will be obliged to pay 149,852 dols. for its 3,000 shares, but that from the present time to the final extinguishment of its debt, it will have to pay, only 91,200 dols.
Let us also take in the interest accruing on the several sums advanced by the treasury, and amounting to 595,605 dols. Therefore for 202,805 dols. (principal and interest put together) the state will have purchased 3,000 shares, which are worth at par 300,000, but which if we estimate them at the same average price at which other stock falls; viz. 20 per cent. advance, will be worth 360,000 dols.
The account, therefore, may be thus stated: In 7 years from this time, the state will be worth 360,000, for which she will have to advance in the mean time no more than 91,200 dols. Or thus: On the 1st of Jan. 1813, the state will be worth 360,000, for which she has paid (principal and interest put together) 202,805 dols. Is then such a profitable speculation to be despised by a treasury, which has fallen in debt every year some thousands of dollars.
Extract of a Letter to the Editor from a gentleman now at Versailles, near Frankfort, state of Kentucky, dated 9th December, 1805.
The subject of this letter respects the tuition of a young Indian 18 or 19 years old, a chief of the Sackee nation, who inhabit the upper part of the Mississippi; and who was at Frankfort lately when I was there, in company with twenty-three other chiefs of the Ofage, Potowatomys, and other north-western tribes, on their way to the city of Washington. I have even written to Mr. Jefferson on the subject, and have offered, if it were improper that the United States should be at the expense of his board and clothing, to defray those requisites myself; provided I can obtain the care of his instruction at the seminary of Versailles or any other which I may conduct. I have therefore to request of you, as well as some other acquaintances to whom I have applied in Virginia, that you would aid my proposal as far as you may see proper.
This young Indian, notwithstanding he had lived all his days, until within a few months, at a distance removed from a white settlement, or even the vestige of civilized man, possessed, in a stronger degree than any I ever knew, the necessary excitements to attachment and friendship. His mind, it is true, was not fashioned and trimmed to the rules of religion and morals; but it was impressed with all the feelings of sympathy that nature could bestow. He seemed to have a heart that only knew the benevolent passions; that would not suffer a division; but whose affections could only centre on one object, which they would keenly pursue and that with the strongest ties of friendship. His exterior form was equally captivating as his deportment was engaging. His person was rather above the middle size, but of the most regular form; the features of his countenance were pleasing, and wore that smile of melancholy thoughtfulness, which always attracts. I caused him to sit for a likeness, a copy of which I inclosed in my letter to the President. It was a rude sketch, but sufficient, perhaps, until he see the original, to convey an idea of the impression which he made on my senses. As I employed a camera obscura in taking his miniature, I was highly gratified with his remarks on this instrument. He, after a very little hesitation, removed the tracing glass; took out the lenses, and examining the mirror explained the cause of reflection much readier than any person unacquainted with the laws of optics whom I have met with. The manner in which he designated the various colours was equally ingenious. As he had only names in the Sackee tongue, for black, white, blue, red, and yellow; I rubbed down upon my palette a little green to discover what he should term it. After considering a few minutes he put his finger on the blue which he called...
led Sipsake, then on the yellow which he called Sipsake, and termed the green Sipsake signifying it was a composition of both. I repeated a familiar experiment with purple. This he was more at a loss to ascertain, and finally, in place of red and blue the real components, he made a composition of red, blue and yellow. He seemed remarkably anxious to be able to draw and paint. I gave him a few sketches of houses and trees to copy, which he executed with more taste and accuracy than most pupils whom I have had a twelve month at that art. "In order to discover which of the ancient & modern languages that I knew, most accorded with his and organs of speech, I repeated several sentences in each, and caused him to speak them after me. Of those I discovered, that the Sackee which is spoken in the highlands of Scotland, my native country, was by him the most easily articulated, and I was also a little astonished at the great affinity which exists between many words in the Sackee and Sack tongue. Of the other languages the Greek suited him most—I caused him to speak several lines from the beautiful Ilyad of Homer on the death of Adonis (the melancholy air of which is peculiarly striking) and immediately after, some detached sentences from the ode of Anacreon as being the shortest measure and most opposed to the preceding; the effect of which upon his ear was remarkable.—French words he had more difficulty in accenting than either English, Latin or German. "He knew no other language but the Sack, & as the interpreters who attended the Indians only understood the Ofage tongue; they were of no service to me in my conversations with this young Indian; but signs; the distinctness of his articulation; and the sweetness of his voice, fully supplied the place of interpretation; as it was impossible to hear him speak and not understand and be impressed with what he said. Had he staid at Frankfort a few weeks, I think I should have been tolerably master of the Sack language; which from his method of speaking I was equally fond of; indeed as it was, I formed a small vocabulary of it. Most of this Indian's time when at Frankfort was spent with me, and were it not to avoid the censure of ridicule, his company should never have been absent a moment. There is a fascination in the company of nature and sincerity which may be felt but cannot be described."
FOR THE ENQUIRER.
A letter from Hickory Cornhill, Esq. to his friend in the country.
Since you beg me to write how I pass off my time, I will try, my dear friend, to inform you in rhyme. And first, all the morning, the debates I attend. Of the folks who are here, some come to make or mend; Where sometimes I hear much fine declamation, About Judges and Bridges and Banks and the Nation. But last night my amusement was somewhat more new.
Being asked to a party of ladies at loo. Oh! then, my dear friend, what splendor was seen, Each dame that was there was array'd like a queen! The camel, the ostrich, the tortoise, the bear, And the kid might have found, each his spoils on the fair. Tho' their dresses were made of the finest of stuff, It must be confess'd they were scanty enough; I thought that this saving should their husbands avail, What they take from the body they put in the tail. When they sit, they so tighten their clothes that you can, See a lady has legs just the same as a man. Then fretch'd on the floor were their trains all so nice, They brought to my mind Elop's council of mice. Ere tea was serv'd up, they were prim as you please, But when cards were produced, all was freedom and ease. Mrs. Vinloo, our hostess, each lady entreated, To offer the example, "I pray ma'am be seated— "After you, Mrs. Clutch.—Well, if you insist; "Tom Shuffle, sit down.—You prefer loo to whist." "I'm clear for the ladies—come, Jack, take a touch, "I'll jump Mrs. Craven, and you Mrs. Clutch." Around the green board they now eagerly fix, Two beaux and four ladies composing the six; When I could not but admire that choice occupation, Which call'd forth such bright & refined conversation. "First, ladies, determine what shall be the loo, "My dear Mrs. Clutch, we will leave it to you." "One and one, you know, Fribble, I think the best game." "Always knew madam, our tastes were the same." "Come, Shuffle, throw round and let's see who's to deal." "I cannot tell why, but I already feel, "Stay, there's a knave,—as if to-night I should win, "Well, Mr. Shuffle, you are dealer; begin." "Is that the thumb card? Then I cannot stand." "And I must throw up"—Let me look at your hand.— "Come, take a cross-beat"—"No!—What do you say?" "I'll see you, Shuffle, if I have but a tray." "Play on, Mrs. Crutch, for I know 'twas a slump, "Ace of spades!"—"I take it!"—"You're off with a trump." "No indeed: But I've noticed whenever you feed, "If I was before you, I always was lead." "And there's Mrs. Craven, she threw up the knave. "I know I did, ma'am, but don't play to save." "Come, ladies, put up, don't be hasty and shy." "I'm already up"—"So am I!"—"So am I!" "Say, Mrs. Inveigle"—"Oh! it is a spade!" "I stand"—"So do I!"—"After two I'm afraid." "And I'll make a third"—"Well here's for the money." "Tho' I don't win the Pool, I'm sure of the penny;" "Here is another"—Which of these must I play?" "Why, keep a good heart"—Oh! you've thrown it away, And thus they go on, checking, flustering and fleering, With much other jargon that's not worth repeating, Till at length it struck twelve, and the winners pro-pole, That the loo which was "up," the sitting should close. On a little more sport tho' the losers were beat, They would not forsooth their reluctant seat. Mrs. Craven, who long since a word had not spoke, Who scarce gave a smile to the fly-equivoque, But, like an old mouster, sat watching her prey, Now utter'd the ominous sound of "I play," And swept the grand loo, loo, thus proving the rule, That the sillow will ever draw most from the pool. Tho' much had been lost, yet now they had done, The devil of one would confess he had won. But soon I discover'd it plain could be seen, In each lady's face where her fortune had been. For they frown if they lose, and then if they win, The dear creatures betray it, as sure, by a grin. Mrs. Craven, whose temper seem'd none of the best, Quite sooth'd by her luck, thus the circle address'd: "Ladies and gentlemen, on Monday with me, "You'll remember you all are engaged to take tea. "But don't stay after fox, for I horribly hate, "When I am to play loo, to defer it so late. "I expect the Duffsacques and mean to invite "The Squabs from the country with old Col. Kite. "And I think, Mr. Cornhill, 'tis high time that you, "Should, like the town beaux, join the ladies at loo." I thank'd her and told her that one day I might Deferre such an honor—then with'd a good night. So I hied to the Eagle, resolving to lend A sketch of this night-scene to you, my dear friend. H. C.
Richmond, January 6th, 1806.
The bill for incorporating the Bank of Potomac, was lost on Tuesday, by a considerable majority.
There seems to be no foundation for the report, that Mr. Monroe has left London
It was "Berry an Green" and not "Grief Green" as we stated in the last Enquirer, who was balloted for as Major-General.
The Subscribers to the Dancing Assemblies are requested to meet at the Bell Tavern on Friday night, 5 o'clock.

FOR THE ENQUIRER. LAWS CONCERNING WASTE AND UNAPPROPRIATED LANDS.
The several acts of Assembly concerning the establishment of the LAND-OFFICE in Virginia; the locating, surveying & patenting, with unappropriated LANDS, carefully collected, and impartially exhibited.
There is no subject of a public nature, to which the Legislature ought to pay more regard than to the titles of lands. Although this truth, will be generally admitted, yet it is evident that some of the laws are not only obscure but the execution of them is oppressive.
It has often happened that propositions for amendments have been made, for partial purposes without taking a general view of the whole question, which has occasioned ambiguities.
It is now high time that there should be a full and impartial examination of the whole, so that every one, at a single view, may contemplate the subject. In attempting to discharge this task nothing will be said which does not appear absolutely necessary for illustration.
In the session of the General Assembly which sat in Williamsburg in May, 1779, an act passed, "An act entitled an act for adjusting and settling the titles of claims to unpatented land under the present and former governments previous to the establishment of the commonwealth's Land-Office."
This act was intended to give a preference to surveys and claims of a certain description, which were fully set forth, but chiefly related to settlement and pre-emption rights, and allowed to the claimants the term of twelve months to produce to the register of the Land-Office the evidence of their titles or claims.
At the same session another act passed, intitled, "An act for establishing a Land-Office and ascertaining the terms and manner of granting unpatented and unappropriated lands." It is to this act, and to those which were passed afterwards by succeeding Legislatures, having a relation to it, that the present enquiry will be directed. The intention of this illustration is to show the several steps which have been necessary to acquire a title to waste and unappropriated land, and the various acts which have passed upon the subject, and the causes of forfeiture.
The first clause of importance to this illustration, will be found in the 29th page of the acts of May session 1779, and is as follows:
"And for creating a fishing fund in aid of the annual taxes to discharge the public debt." Be it enacted, "That any person may acquire title to so much waste and unappropriated land, as he or she shall desire to purchase, on paying the consideration of forty pounds for every hundred acres, and so in proportion for a greater or smaller quantity, and obtaining certificates from the public auditors in the following manner."
In the same page, "Any person holding a land warrant upon any of the before mentioned rights may have the same located in one or more surveys."
Page 29th, "All deputy surveyors shall be nominated by their principals, who shall be answerable for them."
Same page, "If any principal surveyor shall fail to nominate a sufficient number of deputies to perform the services of his office in due time, the court of the county shall direct what number that he shall nominate, and if at the failure shall nominate for him."
Same page, "Every person having a land warrant founded upon any of the before mentioned rights, and being desirous of locating the same, on any particular waste and unappropriated lands, shall lodge such warrant with the chief surveyor of the county, wherein the said lands or a greater part of them lie, who shall give a receipt for the same if required. The party shall direct the location thereof to be made with certainty as that others may be enabled with certainty to locate other warrants on the adjacent residuum; which location shall bear date the day on which it shall be made, and shall be entered by the surveyor in a book to be kept for that purpose."
Same page, "Every surveyor shall at the time of making entries for persons not being inhabitants of his county, appoint a time for surveying their land, and give notice thereof in writing to the persons making the same."
Page 24th, "Every chief surveyor shall proceed with all practicable dispatch to survey all lands entered for in his office, and shall if the party live within his county, either give him personal notice, of the time at which he will attend to make such survey, or shall publish such notice, by fixing an advertisement thereof, on the door of the court-house of the county, on two several court days, which time, so appointed, shall be at least one month, after personal notice given, or after the second advertisement so published, and if the surveyor shall accordingly attend, and the party or some one for him, shall fail to appear at the time with proper chain-carriers, and a person to mark the lines, if necessary, his entry shall become void, and the land thereafter subject to the entry of any other person, and the surveyor shall return him the warrant, which may not-withstanding, be located anew upon any other waste or unappropriated lands, or again upon the same lands, where it hath not in the mean time been entered for by another person."
Page 24th, "Every person for whom any waste or unappropriated lands shall be located and laid off, shall within twelve months, at furthest, after the survey made, return the plot and certificate of the said survey into the Land-Office, together with the warrant on which the land was surveyed, and may demand of the register a receipt for the same, and on failing to make such return within twelve months, as aforesaid, or if the breadth of his plot be not one third of its length as before directed, it shall be lawful for any other person to enter a caveat in the said Land-Office, against the issuing of any grant to him, expressing therein for what cause the grant should not issue."
Page 24th and 25th, "Or if any person shall obtain a survey of lands to which another hath by law a better right, may in like manner enter a caveat to prevent his obtaining a grant, until the title can be determined, such caveat also expressing the nature of the right, on which the plaintiff therein claims the said lands. In the session (May 1780).
Another act passed, which may be seen in the 11, 12, and 13th pages—a part of which is as follows: "Be it enacted, That the further time of 18 months, be given to all persons, who may obtain certificates from the said commissioners for pre-emption rights."
The same page contains the following: "Where as many warrants from the register may have been or may hereafter be casually lost, Be it enacted, That upon satisfactory proof thereof being made before any court of record, the owner shall obtain from such court a certificate which shall authorise the register to issue a duplicate of such warrant, which shall have the same force as the original could have had, but such original shall be void, unless a grant shall be actually issued upon such original before application for the duplicate."
In the session of Oct. 1780, Another act passed, which is in the 18th page of the acts of that session, for the purpose of affording relief to settlement and pre-emption rights, and other claimants existed prior to the act which established the Land-Office.
And likewise another act concerning the appointment of deputy surveyors.
In the session of March 1781, and in the 8th page there was another act which gave further time to obtain warrants upon certificates for pre-emption rights and returning surveyors to the Land-Office.
The words of the act are as follows: "Be it therefore enacted that all powers given to the said commissioners by any act or acts of Assembly shall be continued and remain in force for and
ance to the end of the next session of Assembly, and that the same time be allowed for making and returning to the Land-Office, all surveys of lands, by virtue of entry's with the county surveyors heretofore made according to the established laws and usages, any law to the contrary notwithstanding."
Session in October 1779—Page 17th. An act for effectually securing to the officers and soldiers,
"Be it enacted, that all and every person who shall by force or violence attempt to hinder or prevent the execution of any warrant from the register of the Land-Office upon waste and unappropriated lands, or shall by force or violence, or by threats of force or violence, attempt to hinder, restrain or prevent any surveyor, chain carrier, markers or other persons necessarily employed therein, from laying off marking or bounding, any waste or unappropriated land according to law by virtue of such warrant, and also all and every person or persons, aiding, abetting or assisting in or accessory to such force or violence, shall upon conviction thereof, forfeit and lose his, her or their title, to all unappropriated land, which he, she or they may or shall have acquired by settlement, pre-emption right, Land-Office warrant, or any other means whatsoever, and shall moreover suffer twelve months imprisonment without bail or main prize, and be rendered ineligible and incapable of being appointed to or holding any office of trust or profit, civil or military within this commonwealth for the space of seven years."
Acts of assembly, May Session 1780, page 7. An act for regulating the fees of the register of the Land-Office, and for other purposes.
"Whereas the fees allowed by law to the register of the land office, are very inadequate to the trouble and expense of conducting the business thereof, Be it therefore enacted, that the register of the land office shall be entitled to the fees herein after mentioned, to be paid by the party at whose instance any such service shall be performed, at the time of his or her requiring the same, that is to say, for receiving a plat and certificate, and giving a receipt for the same, five pounds of tobacco; for issuing and recording a grant thereon the quantity therein contained exceed not four hundred acres, sixty pounds of tobacco, for every hundred acres exceeding that of four hundred, five pounds of tobacco, for recording a plat and certificate of survey if the quantity does not exceed four hundred acres, seventy pounds of tobacco, for every hundred acres exceeding that quantity five pounds of tobacco."
In May and June 1781, the Legislature commenced in Richmond, and adjourned to Staunton—during this session, an act passed concerning the claimers of land under the former government, it will be found in the 17th and 18th pages, and has no relation to the purpose of this illustration. At the November session of 1781, which was held at Richmond, another act passed concerning the Land-Office. It will be found in the 20, 21 and 22nd pages. Nov. Session 1781, page 35. An act for further continuing an act for giving further time to obtain warrants upon certificates for pre-emption rights and returning certain surveys to the Land-Office, and for other purposes.
"Sect. 7. And whereas, in some cases plots and certificates of survey have not been recorded, in the surveyors office nor returned to the registers office, within the times respectively limited by law and it is doubtful whether the lands held under such surveys are not still liable to be cavenated."
"Be it therefore enacted, that where no caveat shall be entered, before the said duties respectively shall be performed such lands, shall not thereafter be liable to forfeiture on account of such failure. Sect. 10. And be it further enacted, that there shall be allowed a term of twelve months from the end of the present session of assembly for returning to the Land-Office, certificates of survey of land heretofore surveyed, and the register of the Land-Office is hereby empowered and required to receive the same, notwithstanding the time limited for that purpose may have expired."
Sect. 11. And be it further enacted, that the surveyor of any county within the district, in which the right of pre-emption was granted, is hereby authorised and directed to locate and survey any pre-emption warrant or any waste and unappropriated lands within the district, without exchanging the same. Provided they do not have any force of pre-emption, but shall be equal and on the same footing with treasury warrants.
May Session 1783, pages 48 and 49. An act for giving further time to enter certificates for settlement rights, and to locate warrants upon pre-emption right and for other purposes.
Sect. 1. Whereas sundry persons have been hitherto prevented by unavoidable accidents from making entries upon their certificates for settlement rights, with the surveyor of the county wherein the lands lie, and from obtaining and locating warrants for lands due to them upon pre-emption rights.
"Be it therefore enacted, that the further time of nine months from and after the end of the present session of assembly, shall be allowed for making all entries upon certificates for settlement rights, and for locating warrants upon pre-emption rights, as especially described in the certificates for which such rights are held, and whereas on account of the late accidents, some plots and certificates of survey have not been returned to the registers office within the time limited by law, and it is doubted whether such plots and certificates of survey can now be received by the register of Land-Office."
"Be it therefore enacted that the register of the Land-Office or his deputy shall be obliged to receive such plots and certificates of survey, and the lands shall not be liable to forfeiture on account of such failure before the first day of June next, provided that nothing herein contained shall be construed to effect any caveat, now entered or which shall be entered before the end of the present session of assembly."
October session 1783, pages 23, 24, 25 and 26, contains an act entitled an act for reducing the several acts of assembly concerning surveyors, into one act, &c. This act contains nothing which contradicts the sections formerly quoted relating to the duties of a surveyor—the tobacco for fees is fixed by this act to 12 1/2 per 100.
May session 1784, page 7—contains an act to amend an act for establishing the terms and manner of granting waste and unappropriated lands.
Sect. 5. "And whereas the register of the Land-Office, is restrained from receiving surveys, unless the warrant under which each survey is made is also therewith returned, which in as many cases is productive of great inconvenience, and the register by having in his office a list of warrants is possessed of a sufficient check to prevent imposition herein."
"Be it therefore enacted, that the said register may hereafter receive into his office, any survey certified by a sworn surveyor which corresponds with the warrant it refers to, although the said warrant under which the said survey is made shall not be returned into his office."
Page the 8th, contains the following, whereas an act passed in May session 1783, intitled, an act for giving further time to entering certificates for settlement rights, and to locate warrants upon pre-emption rights and for other purposes, expired in part on the first day of June, in the present year, and it is necessary that the same should be received.
"Be it enacted, that the further time of six months from and after the first day of June, be allowed for returning all plots and certificates of survey which have not been returned to the registers office within the time limited by law."
"And be it further enacted, that the register of the land office, or his deputy shall be obliged to receive such plots and certificates of survey, and the lands shall not be liable to forfeiture on account of such failure."
October session 1784, page 7. An act concerning entries and surveys on the Western waters. (Sect. 1.) Whereas several persons having early entries and
craftinate the charge of surveying, and payment of taxes refuse or neglect to survey them while others who have adjacent entries and locations of later date, are desirous to sue out grants and pay taxes for their lands, in aid therefore of the present means to compel surveys upon the said entries."
"Be it enacted, that all entries made in the county surveyors books on the Western waters, other than the entries made by virtue of officers and soldiers claimed for military services, before the passing of this act, shall be surveyed, and the surveys theretofore returned as the law directs on or before the 18th day of February, one thousand seven hundred and eighty six, and that all future entries upon the said waters, shall be in like manner surveyed and returned within one year after the date of every such entry—if any entry shall not be surveyed and returned within the terms aforesaid, it shall be lawful for any person to enter for and locate the said lands in like manner as if such prior entry had not been made."
Page 15. An act, to continue an act, intitled an act for giving further time to enter certificates for settlement rights, and for locating warrants upon pre-emption rights and for other purposes.
"Sect. 1. It being represented to this present General Assembly, that many people within this commonwealth have not received the benefit of an act of the last session of Assembly, entitled an act, to receive and amend in part an act, intitled an act for giving further time to enter certificates for settlement rights, and for locating warrants upon pre-emption rights, and for other purposes."
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TO BE RENTED OR SOLD, To the highest bidder, on the premises, on the 15th day of January next:
THAT Valuable Plantation called WINDSOR, the property of the late William Dandridge, dec'd. situated on James River, about four miles above Richmond, containing by a late survey 275 acres. The situation is healthy and high, commanding a most beautiful and extensive prospect of the river and adjacent country. There is convenient to this place, an excellent Fishery, where the finest flounder, rock and other fish may, in their season, be had, with little expense, abundantly. There is attached to this farm about 120 or 130 acres of as good low land as any on the river. There is an orchard containing about 500 apple trees, besides other fruit trees of a superior quality to any in that part of the country. The buildings are a two story dwelling house, with two rooms and a passage below, and three rooms above stairs; a barn 40 feet square, the first floor of which is built of stone; a hay house 20 feet square, with sheds which are used as stables, and may with little repair be made excellent.
At the same time and place, WILL BE SOLD—All the Stock of Cattle, Horses, Mules, Sheep, Hogs, &c. Plantation Utensils, Household and Kitchen Furniture, and about 50 likely Negroes; among them are an excellent Blacksmith and a Rope-maker. All of which is the property of the said Dandridge.
Also will be Sold, A valuable collection of LAW BOOKS, &c. &c. The Land is subject to the widow's dower; if sold the terms of payment will be made known on the day of sale. For the other property a credit of twelve months will be allowed by giving bonds with approved security.
Should a purchaser prefer paying cash, a discount of 6 per cent. will be allowed. For all sums under ten dollars, cash will be expected. WILLIAM LANGBORNE, Executor of Wm. Dandridge, dec'd.
WILL BE SOLD, At Public Auction, at the Eagle Tavern, in the city of Richmond, on Monday the 6th day of January:
TWO LOTS in the said city on Shockoe Hill, one of which is at present occupied by Doctor McClurg, and joining one of Major Duvall; on this lot is a two story brick dwelling house, 56 feet square, with convenient out-houses. The other lot also joins one of Major Duvall, and is occupied by Mr. M. Bates; this lot has a Dutch roof framed dwelling house on it 36 feet by 18. This property is likewise subject to the widow's dower. The terms of payment will be made known on the day of sale. Wm. LANGBORNE, Exr. Nov. 19. epf
WARDLAW, has received his fall supply of Medicines, by the ship Rolla from London; also a great variety of Paints, Varnishes, Surgical Instruments, patent Medicines, &c. &c. And by the ship George from Liverpool, a large supply of vials and shop glass—Those who favor him with their custom may depend on being supplied with every article in his line on the most liberal terms. The citizens of Richmond are requested when they apply at his shop by a child or servant to put the name of the article wanted on paper to prevent mistakes. Nov. 1. tf
THE subscribers offer for sale, their tavernary right in a new free-proof warehouse on Maxwell's wharf in the Borough of Norfolk, described in the will of Doctor John K. Read, dec'd. as his upper warehouse. In this property, Mrs. Helen Read has a life estate.
MERIWETHER JONES, BENJAMIN F. READ. It is probable that I may leave this state ere long: in which event, Meriwether Jones will be fully authorised to act for me. BENJAMIN F. READ. November 1. tf
FOR SALE, THE HOUSE and LOT at present occupied by Mr. John Isenhard on Shockoe Hill. One fourth of the purchase money will be required in hand, and great accommodation will be given for the balance. Enquire of THOMAS NORVELL, December 17, tf
NOTICE, THE subscriber intends to open an Academy, in the town of Fredericksburg, on the second Monday in January ensuing, for the instruction of youth. The strictest attention will be paid to the improvement, in the English language, of such pupils as may, at the same time, wish to acquire a knowledge of the Latin and Greek.
To the morals and general deportment of the pupils, as well as to their literary pursuits, an anxious attention shall be paid; and every effort made "To rear the tender thought; To teach the young idea how to shoot; To pour the fresh instruction o'er the mind; And fix the generous purpose in the breast." THOMSON.
The house procured for the purpose, is large, convenient, and well situated; and a few small boys, to live in the house with me, and to be under my immediate observation, may be accommodated with everything except bedding. The terms for Board, Tuition, Fuel, Washing, &c., will be £. 50 a year; and for tuition only 50 dollars to be paid in each case, quarterly; and to receive payms. for the first quarter only, would be an accommodation. A young man of an assistant, of sobriety, and general good character, and capacity, will be wanted in the Academy, and may, perhaps, be agreeably accommodated by applying to ADAM WAUGH, Fredericksburg, Dec. 27, tf
THESE Gentlemen who have been good enough to receive the subscribers propositions relative to the Chippingdale Estate, will be pleased to transact the subscribers papers to Lawrence Duff, Esq. of Tappahannock, so that they may receive at that place previous to the 20th of next month, in order that it may be then obtained, otherwise only the whole number of shares have been fulfilled. JAMES R. NICOLL, January 2. tf
THOSE Gentlemen who have been good enough to receive the subscribers propositions relative to the Chippingdale Estate, will be pleased to transact the subscribers papers to Lawrence Duff, Esq. of Tappahannock, so that they may receive at that place previous to the 20th of next month, in order that it may be then obtained, otherwise only the whole number of shares have been fulfilled. JAMES R. NICOLL, January 2. tf
The President and Directors of the Bank of Virginia, have this day declared a Dividend of Four Dollars on each share in the Capital or Joint Stock of the said Bank, which will be paid after the 15th instant on application at the Bank. JOHN BROCKENBROUGH, Cashier. January 7th.
MILL IRONS, &c. &c.
Mill Irons of all kinds, as well as iron work for roofs and buildings, Horse shoeing, Edge-Tools, Scythe Blades, and plantation work, of all kinds.
THE subscriber lately from New-England having hired up a shop on the Main-Street of the city of Richmond, near the Virginia Bank, intends to carry on the above business in all its variety; and flatters himself with the hope that by executing such work in the neatest and most faithful manner, to merit the public patronage, and that in future he will be able to furnish those materials upon moderate terms which were usually sent for to distant places. Having wrought a considerable time at the Virginia manufactory of arms, I beg leave to refer all who may think proper to apply to the Superintendent of the said manufactory for my character and qualifications.
N. B. A good workman at the above business will meet with encouragement. Also a young lad 14 or 15 years old, as an apprentice, who can read and write. Jan. 7. 2p
TO BE RENTED, A BRICK HOUSE, near that of Mr. Robert Gordon, on the Hill, calculated to accommodate a small family comfortably; attached to it is a half acre of ground well included. GEO. GREENHOW. December 7. tf
FOR SALE OR HIRE, A Very excellent COOPER, a young man about 25 years old, of good character.—Enquire of the printer. Jan. 7. ep2w
PETER LAPORTE,
DEGS leave to inform the inhabitants of Richmond and its vicinity, that he has opened in this place, a Fencing School for the small sword, and he intends also to open a dancing school, where the newest and most elegant steps shall be taught. Terms of tuition may be known by applying to him at Mr. Rivallain's on Shockoe Hill, in one of Judge Wythe's new brick houses. Jan. 7. tf
VALUABLE PROPERTY.
WILL be sold, to the highest bidder for ready money on the premises on Saturday the 15th day of February next, by virtue of a deed of trust executed by Richard Bate, to secure the payment of $333 dollars, 85 cents with interest thereon from the date due to Rambaut & Gernou and George Pegram junior, and the expenses of the sale. Two acres of land lying upon Appomattox river, within one mile of the town of Petersburg with the water-grist and manufacturing mills, Bake-house, Distillery house and other houses of improvements erected thereon.
PLEASANT AKIN, for Henry Cagnew and Pleasant Akin. Petersburg, January 7. tf
FOR HIRE, the present year, Three Valuable BOATMEN, a Young WOMAN, accustomed to the business of a house, and a GIRL about 14 years of age. Enquire of the printer. January 4. tf
NEAL NELSON, BOOT & SHOE MANUFACTURER, MAIN-STREET, RICHMOND,
MAKES Boots & Shoes to any pattern or fashion, equal in point of MATERIALS and WORKMANSHIP to any in general use. Imported Boats and shoes, of the first quality and newest fashion, for sale. Gentlemen at a distance, who are disposed to forward me their measure, by paying attention to the annexed cut, can be fitted with Boots or Shoes as well as if they were on the spot. A—the length of the Boot—C—round the Calf—L—the pitch of the heel—D—round the heel and instep—E—round the instep—G—across the ball of the foot. Fix the heel against a perpendicular, and stick a knife at the end of the great toe—set down in figures the number of inches and quarters, in the different measures. January 1. epf
A NEW TAVERN.
RUBEN BURNLEY respectfully informs the public, that he has opened a House of Entertainment in that commodious new building west of the Court-house. Attached to the premises is a new stone stable inferior to none in the state; and that he is in every respect, well provided for the accommodation of genteel company. N. B. Very liberal wages will be given for a good Cook—a male would be preferred. Charlottesville, Nov. 32. ep2m
FOR SALE, THE HOUSE and LOT at present occupied by Mr. John Isenhard on Shockoe Hill. One fourth of the purchase money will be required in hand, and great accommodation will be given for the balance. Enquire of THOMAS NORVELL, December 17, tf
ENOC SULLIVAN, SILVER, GOLDSMITH AND JEWELLER,
RETURNS his grateful thanks to his friends and the public for the liberal encouragement afforded him in his line of business, and hopes by his particular attention to the business, to which he has bred, to insure a continuation of the favor of a liberal public. He offers now for sale at his shop adjoining the Eagle Tavern, a general assortment of silver ware and jewellery of the most fashionable kind, consisting of Silver Tea Pots, cream Urns, Tumblers, Spoons, and mourning and fancy Ear-rings, Lockets, Finger Rings, and Breast Pins, jet, white and coral Necklaces and Ear-rings, a general supply of Combs, plain and ornamented Pocket-Books, thread Cafes, Miniature and ring Cafes, gold and gilt Seals, Keys and Chains. Highest price given for old gold or silver; December 3, tf
HOUSTON'S newly invented PATENT MALLEABLE HORN, may be had at Mr. Geo. Greenhow's Store, opposite the Eagle Tavern. The utility of this machine for honing Razors and other instruments which require a fine edge, renders it an object worthy the attention of every individual who may have occasion for its use. December 12, tf
BURR MILL STONES, of all sizes; and PLAISTER OF PARIS, of an excellent quality for sale, at the Market. WILLIAM DAVIDSON, Dec. 4, [epf.]
A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF BLANKS, FOR SALE AT THIS OFFICE.
A late Subscription, dec'd. of Cumberland county, are desired to bring their forward properly authenticated as before the last day of April next, otherwise this advertisement will be void in bar against all claims exhibited after that date, as the subscriber wishes to deft his administration account as soon as possible. JOHN HOLMAN, sen. Adm'. Cumberland, Dec. 31. T 7th 3p.
THE subscriber offers his services as a BROKER in the city of Richmond, and will transact any business in that line for a moderate commission. He will not inform the public that it is a business with which he is familiar, but assures every one who may think him worthy of their confidence, that no one will be more attentive to their interest. He will also undertake to purchase tobacco on commission. His office is kept on the cross street leading from the Capitol square towards Col. Carrington's. CARTER B. PAGE. December 31.
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. Dec. 31.
By virtue of a Deed of Trust, executed to the subscriber by Andrew Cattle, to secure to Archibald Hughes the payment of a sum of money, as expressed therein, will be sold, on Friday the 24th inst. for ready money, a LOT, with a brick house thereon, known in Duvall's plan of lots by the No. 40. The sale will take place on the premises, between the hours of twelve & two o'clock, P. M. THOMAS UNDERWOOD, Jr. Trustee. January 2.
JOHNSON & REAT, JEWELLERS, SILVER-SMITHS & GILDERS, A few doors above the Bull-Tavern, Richmond:
RETURN the public in general their thanks, for the liberal encouragement they have received, and with confidence of giving general satisfaction, they hope for a continuance of it. They have now on hand, a handsome assortment of work, consisting of the following articles, viz:—Table, Desert and Tea Spoons; Soup, Toddy, Sauce and Mustard Ladies; Salt Shovels; Sugar Tongs; Tooth and Ear Picks; Pencil Cases; Pincushion Chains and Reams; Scissor Chains; Silver Thimbles; Tortoise Shell and Pearl-handled Penknives. Miniatures drawn and set upon the shortest notice; Mourning and Fancy Lockets; Rings ditto; Bracelets ditto; Breast Pins of various Sizes and shapes, mourning and fancy; Gold, Silver, Pearl and Conk Sleeve Buttons; Gold and Silver Watch Chains; gold Seals and Keys of different sizes and shapes; an elegant assortment of fashionable Tortoise Shell Combs, ornamented, of various sizes and shapes, just from Philadelphia; Ear-Rings of the most fashionable forms and sizes; Gold and Gold Mounted Jet Necklaces; Ladies and Gentlemen's Morocco Pocket Books; Gentlemen's Paste Knee Buckles & many other articles too tedious to enumerate—all of which they offer on the most reasonable terms.
Persons wishing to purchase by the quantity, will be allowed a reasonable credit by giving approved security in the city. Orders will be strictly attended to, and discharged with dispatch, by the subscribers. JOHNSON & REAT. Nov. 19. epf
N. B. The highest price given for Old Gold and Silver. Nov. 19. epf
GEORGE WILY, BROKER & COMMISSION MERCHANT, Near the Basin,
BUYS and sells all kinds of Produce—Also, and Lots, and houses, Bank Stock, &c. He has for Sale, LOTS No. 141, 2, 3, and 4, which make one entire square in Du-Vall's addition—There is a good Spring attached to them. These lots are well worth the attention of any gentleman wishing to build a summer retreat for his family, July 23—tf
MCCABE & WALKER, WATCH & CLOCK MAKERS, At the corner house opposite Messrs. Gambel's Store Richmond,
OFFER their services to the public. From strict attention to all commands appertaining to their business, and the pains that will be bestowed in the execution of their work, they have full confidence to hope for a continuance of the favours they may receive. Great care will be taken in repairing all kinds of watches and clocks. December 2. tf
MILITARY CERTIFICATES.
FOR SALE, Certificates of this state, bearing interest of 6 per cent. and receivable at the Treasury, for all arrearages of taxes, prior to the year 1798. WILLIAM PRICE, Cashr. Genl. M. A. S. May! tf
NOTICE.
THE Surveyors of the Stage Roads from Richmond to Charlottesville, are requested to take notice, that repeated complaints have been made to me, of the danger to which the passengers in the Stage have been, and still are subjected to, from the badness of the roads, resulting most materially from the inattention or negligence of those, who ought to see them regularly repaired—therefore if in any further complaint of the difficult passage of the Stage, or obstruction as above, I shall proceed as the law directs to enforce the most exemplary punishment on those who are in default. The general good of society, the dispatch necessary for the conveyance of the public Mail, and