The enquirer (Richmond, Va.), 1806-10-28 00:00:00

The Enquirer.
The Enquirer.
PUBLISHED BY THOMAS RITCHIE, OPPOSITE THE POST-OFFICE...AT FIVE DOLLARS PER ANNUM... (PAYABLE IN ADVANCE.)
PUBLISHED BY THOMAS RITCHIE, OPPOSITE THE POST-OFFICE...AT FIVE DOLLARS PER ANNUM... (PAYABLE IN ADVANCE.)
NUMBER 51.]
NUMBER 51.]
RICHMOND, TUESDAY MORNING, OCTOBER 28, 1806.
RICHMOND, TUESDAY MORNING, OCTOBER 28, 1806.
[VOLUME 3.]
[VOLUME 3.]
VIRGINIA BANK STOCK...at par.
VIRGINIA BANK STOCK...at par.
Richmond Prices Current.
Richmond Prices Current.
   Dolls. Cts.     Tobacco, 5 75   Wheat, New, 1   Flour—superfine, New, 6   fine, 5 50   Corn Meal—per bushel, 1   Bacon—per lb. 12   Bar Iron—per ton, 120   Whiskey—per gallon, 58  
   Dolls. Cts.     Tobacco, 5 75   Wheat, New, 1   Flour—superfine, New, 6   fine, 5 50   Corn Meal—per bushel, 1   Bacon—per lb. 12   Bar Iron—per ton, 120   Whiskey—per gallon, 58  
Sales at Auction.
Sales at Auction.
To be sold at public Auction on Saturday the 1st of November next,
To be sold at public Auction on Saturday the 1st of November next,
THAT valuable HOUSE and LOT whereon Moses Davis now resides opposite to Mr. John Taylor's—The Lot is 66 feet in front and an hundred and fifty back—The House has an elegant floor room, counting-room, and cellar, and is well calculated for a store. There is also on the lot a good kitchen, tobacco factory, lumber-house, stable, carriage house, a good spring, and a garden well enclosed. Terms will be made known on day of sale.
THAT valuable HOUSE and LOT whereon Moses Davis now resides opposite to Mr. John Taylor's—The Lot is 66 feet in front and an hundred and fifty back—The House has an elegant floor room, counting-room, and cellar, and is well calculated for a store. There is also on the lot a good kitchen, tobacco factory, lumber-house, stable, carriage house, a good spring, and a garden well enclosed. Terms will be made known on day of sale.
PROSSER and MONCURE v. MRS. September 16. eptm.
PROSSER and MONCURE v. MRS. September 16. eptm.
FALL GOODS.
FALL GOODS.
THE Subscribers respectfully inform their friends and the public, that they are receiving from London, Liverpool, and different ports of Holland & France, an extensive and very general assortment of MERCHANDIZE, adapted to the approaching season, which they will sell by the bale, package or piece on the lowest terms for cash, country produce or approved notes.
THE Subscribers respectfully inform their friends and the public, that they are receiving from London, Liverpool, and different ports of Holland & France, an extensive and very general assortment of MERCHANDIZE, adapted to the approaching season, which they will sell by the bale, package or piece on the lowest terms for cash, country produce or approved notes.
Those goods being carefully selected by one of the partners who went to Europe for the purpose, they flatter themselves will give general satisfaction; and that country merchants and others will find it their interest to get their supply from them.
Those goods being carefully selected by one of the partners who went to Europe for the purpose, they flatter themselves will give general satisfaction; and that country merchants and others will find it their interest to get their supply from them.
They have for rent, three BRICK HOUSES covered with slate, lying on the street leading to Mayo's Bridge, opposite Messrs. Brown, Rives, & Co. Those Houses will be fitted up, at the shortest notice, for stores, if required.
They have for rent, three BRICK HOUSES covered with slate, lying on the street leading to Mayo's Bridge, opposite Messrs. Brown, Rives, & Co. Those Houses will be fitted up, at the shortest notice, for stores, if required.
JOHN & ROBERT GAMBLE, Jr. Robert Gamble, senior, continues to do business in the line of a commission merchant. September 16. oaw4w.
JOHN & ROBERT GAMBLE, Jr. Robert Gamble, senior, continues to do business in the line of a commission merchant. September 16. oaw4w.
United States Court, fifth circuit, and Virginia District. May term 1806.
United States Court, fifth circuit, and Virginia District. May term 1806.
Patrick Corran, against, Samuel Perrins executor of the last will of Martha Corran dec'd. John Shore and James S. Gilliam, and Edward Daingerfield, Bathurst Daingerfield, Theodoric Bland Daingerfield, Henry Daingerfield, Samuel Mofley & Hannah B. Mofley, Edwin Starke, Daingerfield Starke, Bolling Starke, Robert Starke, Nancy Starke, William Newsum and Mary his wife, William Allen, John Edloe and Nancy his wife, Miles Selden Jr. and Patsy his wife, William Allen Harrison and Carter Harrison Jr. infant children of Carter Harrison and his late wife Polly, heirs at law of Martha Corran deceased, and Peter Robinson. Defts.
Patrick Corran, against, Samuel Perrins executor of the last will of Martha Corran dec'd. John Shore and James S. Gilliam, and Edward Daingerfield, Bathurst Daingerfield, Theodoric Bland Daingerfield, Henry Daingerfield, Samuel Mofley & Hannah B. Mofley, Edwin Starke, Daingerfield Starke, Bolling Starke, Robert Starke, Nancy Starke, William Newsum and Mary his wife, William Allen, John Edloe and Nancy his wife, Miles Selden Jr. and Patsy his wife, William Allen Harrison and Carter Harrison Jr. infant children of Carter Harrison and his late wife Polly, heirs at law of Martha Corran deceased, and Peter Robinson. Defts.
T appearing to the satisfaction of the Court, that Bathurst Daingerfield & Henry Daingerfield are not inhabitants of this District, on the motion of the plaintiff by his attorney, it is ordered, that the said defendants do appear here on the first day of the next term and answer the plaintiff's bill, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some one of the newspapers published in the City of Richmond, for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the Capitol in the said City.
T appearing to the satisfaction of the Court, that Bathurst Daingerfield & Henry Daingerfield are not inhabitants of this District, on the motion of the plaintiff by his attorney, it is ordered, that the said defendants do appear here on the first day of the next term and answer the plaintiff's bill, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some one of the newspapers published in the City of Richmond, for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the Capitol in the said City.
A Copy. Teste, WILLIAM MARSHALL, C. L. C. September 9. cozm.
A Copy. Teste, WILLIAM MARSHALL, C. L. C. September 9. cozm.
IN CHANCERY.
IN CHANCERY.
Louisa County, August Court, 1806. Richard Johnson administrator of Richard Johnson (M. S.) dec'd. Plff. against,
Louisa County, August Court, 1806. Richard Johnson administrator of Richard Johnson (M. S.) dec'd. Plff. against,
John Cocks and John Michie, Defts. THE defendant John Cocks, not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that he is not an inhabitant of this state; therefore on the motion of the plaintiff by his attorney—it is ordered and decreed by the court, that the said defendant Cocks, do appear here on the second Monday in November next, and answer the plaintiff's bill, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some one of the public newspapers printed in the City of Richmond, for eight weeks successively, and published at the front door of the Court-House of this County, on some Court day.
John Cocks and John Michie, Defts. THE defendant John Cocks, not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that he is not an inhabitant of this state; therefore on the motion of the plaintiff by his attorney—it is ordered and decreed by the court, that the said defendant Cocks, do appear here on the second Monday in November next, and answer the plaintiff's bill, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some one of the public newspapers printed in the City of Richmond, for eight weeks successively, and published at the front door of the Court-House of this County, on some Court day.
A Copy. Teste, JOHN POINDEXTER, C. L. C. September 9. cozm.
A Copy. Teste, JOHN POINDEXTER, C. L. C. September 9. cozm.
At a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Mutual Assurance Society, against Fire, on Buildings of the State of Virginia, held at the General Office, on the 30th of September 1806.
At a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Mutual Assurance Society, against Fire, on Buildings of the State of Virginia, held at the General Office, on the 30th of September 1806.
The following Resolution was adopted, which is by order of the Board published for the information of all persons concerned. Viz:
The following Resolution was adopted, which is by order of the Board published for the information of all persons concerned. Viz:
A GREAT variety of causes, having concurred to render it inconvenient or impracticable to complete the revaluation of those Buildings, in the Towns and in the country, which had been insured prior to the 5th of January 1805, at the period limited by the last resolution of the Board on that subject.
A GREAT variety of causes, having concurred to render it inconvenient or impracticable to complete the revaluation of those Buildings, in the Towns and in the country, which had been insured prior to the 5th of January 1805, at the period limited by the last resolution of the Board on that subject.
Resolved, therefore, that the special agents of this Society be allowed till the first day of December next inclusive, to complete the revaluation of all buildings which have been insured as aforesaid, within the districts and towns for which they may have been severally appointed; and that no further indulgence, will be hereafter, extended to those members of the Society, who shall fail to have their buildings revalued, on or before the said first day of December next.
Resolved, therefore, that the special agents of this Society be allowed till the first day of December next inclusive, to complete the revaluation of all buildings which have been insured as aforesaid, within the districts and towns for which they may have been severally appointed; and that no further indulgence, will be hereafter, extended to those members of the Society, who shall fail to have their buildings revalued, on or before the said first day of December next.
ALEXANDER M'RAE, Prof. M. A. S. Teste, LEWIS M. RIVALAIN, C. B. D. October 8. gaw4w.
ALEXANDER M'RAE, Prof. M. A. S. Teste, LEWIS M. RIVALAIN, C. B. D. October 8. gaw4w.
DOCTOR WILSON
DOCTOR WILSON
HAS just received at his shop, opposite the stores of Messrs. Johnson and Robert Gamble, and Mr. Neil McCall, a general assortment of MEDICINES. He offers them for sale, on lower terms than they can be procured at any other house in Richmond. He has on hand, a variety of Paints, Varnishes and Oils. Also, Spirits of Turpentine, and Turpentine Varnish by the barrel, at unusually low prices. Sept. 12. (coff.)
HAS just received at his shop, opposite the stores of Messrs. Johnson and Robert Gamble, and Mr. Neil McCall, a general assortment of MEDICINES. He offers them for sale, on lower terms than they can be procured at any other house in Richmond. He has on hand, a variety of Paints, Varnishes and Oils. Also, Spirits of Turpentine, and Turpentine Varnish by the barrel, at unusually low prices. Sept. 12. (coff.)
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
A YOUNG and active NEGRO SERVANT Enquire at this office. October 7. tf.
A YOUNG and active NEGRO SERVANT Enquire at this office. October 7. tf.
3,000 wt. SALT PETER'D BACON, 1,000 wt. first quality N. ENGLAND CHEESE, 10 grots BOTTLED CYDER, A few bushels CLOVER SEED, 150 pieces PAPER HANGINGS. For Sale by EDWARD HALLAM.
3,000 wt. SALT PETER'D BACON, 1,000 wt. first quality N. ENGLAND CHEESE, 10 grots BOTTLED CYDER, A few bushels CLOVER SEED, 150 pieces PAPER HANGINGS. For Sale by EDWARD HALLAM.
Constantly for Hire—An Excellent Carriage and Horses—apply as above. May 27. coft
Constantly for Hire—An Excellent Carriage and Horses—apply as above. May 27. coft
LAND FOR SALE.
LAND FOR SALE.
THE Subscriber wishes to sell three different tracts of LAND, in Hanover County, the one whereon he now lives, containing about 150 acres, on Crump's Creek, about four miles above Hanover Town, formerly known by the name of the Glebe, being the former residence of Parson Henry. On this Tract is a large Brick Dwelling-house two stories high, with four rooms on each floor, and at a small expense might be made a handsome situation, for a genteel family. Another tract on the same creek, about one mile from the former tract, containing about 700 acres, in good order for farming, and at a small expense, about 30 or 40 acres of excellent meadow land might be reclaimed. The other tract contains about 300 acres, about two-thirds of which is in woods, and no part has been in cultivation for some time, lies in about thirteen or fourteen miles of Richmond, nearly adjoining the road leading from that place to Hanover Town. For all or either of the above tracts of Land, I should wish to receive one third of the money in hand, and the balance in two annual instalments. A good bargain may be had especially in the two last mentioned tracts. LANEY JONES. September 28. oaw4w.
THE Subscriber wishes to sell three different tracts of LAND, in Hanover County, the one whereon he now lives, containing about 150 acres, on Crump's Creek, about four miles above Hanover Town, formerly known by the name of the Glebe, being the former residence of Parson Henry. On this Tract is a large Brick Dwelling-house two stories high, with four rooms on each floor, and at a small expense might be made a handsome situation, for a genteel family. Another tract on the same creek, about one mile from the former tract, containing about 700 acres, in good order for farming, and at a small expense, about 30 or 40 acres of excellent meadow land might be reclaimed. The other tract contains about 300 acres, about two-thirds of which is in woods, and no part has been in cultivation for some time, lies in about thirteen or fourteen miles of Richmond, nearly adjoining the road leading from that place to Hanover Town. For all or either of the above tracts of Land, I should wish to receive one third of the money in hand, and the balance in two annual instalments. A good bargain may be had especially in the two last mentioned tracts. LANEY JONES. September 28. oaw4w.
NOTICE.
NOTICE.
THAT a Petition will be presented to the Legislature of Virginia at the ensuing Session, to incorporate a company for improving the navigation of James River, from Wetham to tide water, on the Chesapeake shore. October 14. oaw4w.
THAT a Petition will be presented to the Legislature of Virginia at the ensuing Session, to incorporate a company for improving the navigation of James River, from Wetham to tide water, on the Chesapeake shore. October 14. oaw4w.
TAKEN up and committed to Jail on the 10th of May 1806, a negro man by the name of HARRY, the property of John Royler, Esq. of Richmond; the owner is hereby requested to come forward and pay charges, or he will be sold to satisfy his jail fees, agreeably to an act of Assembly. Given under my hand this 20th day July 1806. TRIPLETT T. ESTES, jailor. Sept. 16. Sm. Augusta County.
TAKEN up and committed to Jail on the 10th of May 1806, a negro man by the name of HARRY, the property of John Royler, Esq. of Richmond; the owner is hereby requested to come forward and pay charges, or he will be sold to satisfy his jail fees, agreeably to an act of Assembly. Given under my hand this 20th day July 1806. TRIPLETT T. ESTES, jailor. Sept. 16. Sm. Augusta County.
TO BE RENTED,
TO BE RENTED,
THE large THREE STORY HOUSE on the Main-Street east of the Market, formerly occupied by Cohen and Isaac, and lately by Capt. John S. Pleasants; it is a good stand for business and suitable for the accommodation of a large family. Also, the HOUSE (formerly known by the sign of the bird in hand) at the corner of the street leading to church hill: to both of these tenements gardens are attached. The terms will be moderate, and made known on application to James Whitelaw, sergeant of the City, or to JACOB I. COHEN. (law tf) February 25.
THE large THREE STORY HOUSE on the Main-Street east of the Market, formerly occupied by Cohen and Isaac, and lately by Capt. John S. Pleasants; it is a good stand for business and suitable for the accommodation of a large family. Also, the HOUSE (formerly known by the sign of the bird in hand) at the corner of the street leading to church hill: to both of these tenements gardens are attached. The terms will be moderate, and made known on application to James Whitelaw, sergeant of the City, or to JACOB I. COHEN. (law tf) February 25.
MUSIC.
MUSIC.
AS a mean to recover and preserve my health, I have relinquished my Day-School altogether, intending to turn my attention entirely to MUSIC, and purposing, as soon as ten pupils shall offer for each School, to teach Vocal Music, at my room, two mornings, from nine till twelve, and one evening, from six till nine, in every week. I say two mornings, because the lessons then to be given are intended chiefly for children, and one in a week can hardly be expected to produce the progress which is necessary to support & stimulate young minds in an arduous undertaking. I likewise purpose to tune Pianos, &c. both in town and country, either by the year or single time; also to copy and arrange music, and all on the most moderate terms. CHARLES SOUTHGATE. Sept. 30. stepp.
AS a mean to recover and preserve my health, I have relinquished my Day-School altogether, intending to turn my attention entirely to MUSIC, and purposing, as soon as ten pupils shall offer for each School, to teach Vocal Music, at my room, two mornings, from nine till twelve, and one evening, from six till nine, in every week. I say two mornings, because the lessons then to be given are intended chiefly for children, and one in a week can hardly be expected to produce the progress which is necessary to support & stimulate young minds in an arduous undertaking. I likewise purpose to tune Pianos, &c. both in town and country, either by the year or single time; also to copy and arrange music, and all on the most moderate terms. CHARLES SOUTHGATE. Sept. 30. stepp.
NOTICE.
NOTICE.
ALL persons having claims against the estate of Samuel Scherer dec'd. are requested to bring them forward, properly authenticated before the 1st of November, at which time the administration of the subscriber will be closed, and if application shall not be made by the time above specified, this notice will be considered as a release from the payment of such claims. Those indebted must see the necessity of making immediate payment, as no further indulgence can be given. GEORGE SCHERER, Adm'r. October 7. (4w.)
ALL persons having claims against the estate of Samuel Scherer dec'd. are requested to bring them forward, properly authenticated before the 1st of November, at which time the administration of the subscriber will be closed, and if application shall not be made by the time above specified, this notice will be considered as a release from the payment of such claims. Those indebted must see the necessity of making immediate payment, as no further indulgence can be given. GEORGE SCHERER, Adm'r. October 7. (4w.)
At a meeting of the Directors of the Richmond Turnpike Company, held at Edward Hallam's tavern in the city of Richmond, on Tuesday the 29th of July, 1806.
At a meeting of the Directors of the Richmond Turnpike Company, held at Edward Hallam's tavern in the city of Richmond, on Tuesday the 29th of July, 1806.
RESOLVED, That five dollars be paid on each share held by the Stock-holders in the said company to Nathaniel Sheppard their treasurer on or before the first day of September next.
RESOLVED, That five dollars be paid on each share held by the Stock-holders in the said company to Nathaniel Sheppard their treasurer on or before the first day of September next.
Resolved, That propositions be received from any persons inclined to undertake the work on the Turnpike until the first day of October next, and that the same be filed in writing with the clerk of the Company by the persons making such propositions. An extract from the minutes. N. SHEPPARD, Clerk. September 9. (4w.)
Resolved, That propositions be received from any persons inclined to undertake the work on the Turnpike until the first day of October next, and that the same be filed in writing with the clerk of the Company by the persons making such propositions. An extract from the minutes. N. SHEPPARD, Clerk. September 9. (4w.)
TO BE RENTED,
TO BE RENTED,
THE HOUSE at present occupied by Doctor James M'Clurg; possession will be given on the 2nd day of October next. And The house lately occupied by Mr. Moses Bates; possession to be given immediately. Each of these houses, are convenient to the capitol, and will suit a genteel family. For terms, apply to Samuel Greenhow. WM. LANGBORN, Executor of Wm. Dandridge, dec'd. (eptf.) September 12.
THE HOUSE at present occupied by Doctor James M'Clurg; possession will be given on the 2nd day of October next. And The house lately occupied by Mr. Moses Bates; possession to be given immediately. Each of these houses, are convenient to the capitol, and will suit a genteel family. For terms, apply to Samuel Greenhow. WM. LANGBORN, Executor of Wm. Dandridge, dec'd. (eptf.) September 12.
A BARGAIN
A BARGAIN
MAY be had in a Chariot, Harness, and pair of excellent horses—Enquire of the Editor. August 5.
MAY be had in a Chariot, Harness, and pair of excellent horses—Enquire of the Editor. August 5.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms!
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms!
2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
NOTICE.
NOTICE.
THE partnership of FISHER & LESUEUR was dissolved on the first instant; all those having claims against said firm, will call on James Fisher for payment, and all those indebted, will please to make immediate payment to the same, he alone being authorized to grant discharges.
THE partnership of FISHER & LESUEUR was dissolved on the first instant; all those having claims against said firm, will call on James Fisher for payment, and all those indebted, will please to make immediate payment to the same, he alone being authorized to grant discharges.
JAMES FISHER. JOHN L. LESUEUR.
JAMES FISHER. JOHN L. LESUEUR.
N. B. The business will be continued at the same place by JAMES FISHER, for his own account; he is receiving from New-York and Philadelphia, the following goods: which he will sell on the lowest terms to his old customers, and on the usual credit.
N. B. The business will be continued at the same place by JAMES FISHER, for his own account; he is receiving from New-York and Philadelphia, the following goods: which he will sell on the lowest terms to his old customers, and on the usual credit.
Brown sugar of a superior quality, do. do. second do. Green coffee in bags and barrels, San-loose and in sacks, Molasses and Treacle, Pickled & smoked Sal, Scotch and Pearl Barley, Madeira, Port, Sherry & Malaga Wines, Fresh Muscatell Raisins, and Currants, Copperas, Alum, Brimstone and Madder in small kegs, Salt-Petre, English Gunpowder, Patent Shot, Hilt's Porter & Brown Stout, Segars in small boxes, of a superior quality, Bar Iron, Blistered and Craley Steel, A constant supply of Loaf Sugar by the Hoghead or Barrel at the Philadelphia prices. October 3. eptm.
Brown sugar of a superior quality, do. do. second do. Green coffee in bags and barrels, San-loose and in sacks, Molasses and Treacle, Pickled & smoked Sal, Scotch and Pearl Barley, Madeira, Port, Sherry & Malaga Wines, Fresh Muscatell Raisins, and Currants, Copperas, Alum, Brimstone and Madder in small kegs, Salt-Petre, English Gunpowder, Patent Shot, Hilt's Porter & Brown Stout, Segars in small boxes, of a superior quality, Bar Iron, Blistered and Craley Steel, A constant supply of Loaf Sugar by the Hoghead or Barrel at the Philadelphia prices. October 3. eptm.
JAMES STRATTEN,
JAMES STRATTEN,
Taylor and Habit Maker, from PHILADELPHIA,
Taylor and Habit Maker, from PHILADELPHIA,
BEGS leave to inform the gentlemen and ladies of Richmond and the country, that he intends carrying on the above business in all its various branches; being well acquainted with the newest fashions, he hopes from punctuality and assiduity to business, to deserve a little of their patronage, as nothing shall be wanting on his part to render satisfaction to customers; and for neat workmanship, he pledges himself to have it done in the neatest manner. JAMES STRATTEN, N. B. His residence is below the Market House, on the Cross-Street, leading to Court's ferry, next door to William Davidson. Oct. 17. 2awtf.
BEGS leave to inform the gentlemen and ladies of Richmond and the country, that he intends carrying on the above business in all its various branches; being well acquainted with the newest fashions, he hopes from punctuality and assiduity to business, to deserve a little of their patronage, as nothing shall be wanting on his part to render satisfaction to customers; and for neat workmanship, he pledges himself to have it done in the neatest manner. JAMES STRATTEN, N. B. His residence is below the Market House, on the Cross-Street, leading to Court's ferry, next door to William Davidson. Oct. 17. 2awtf.
BURR MILL STONES, OF ALL SIZES; and
BURR MILL STONES, OF ALL SIZES; and
PLASTER OF PARIS, of an excellent quality. FOR SALE, AS USUAL, BY WILLIAM DAVIDSON, near the Market. [eptf.] Dec. 4.
PLASTER OF PARIS, of an excellent quality. FOR SALE, AS USUAL, BY WILLIAM DAVIDSON, near the Market. [eptf.] Dec. 4.
PICKLING VINEGAR.
PICKLING VINEGAR.
OF superior quality, made from two years old cider—For sale by WILLIAM HART, Opposite the State House. September 19. eptf.
OF superior quality, made from two years old cider—For sale by WILLIAM HART, Opposite the State House. September 19. eptf.
REMOVAL.
REMOVAL.
THE Subscribers have removed their COMPTING HOUSE, from the Main-Street to one of David Bullock's Brick Buildings, at the lower end of the Basin, between the Tenements occupied by C. and T. Saunders, and Norvell, Wyatt and Bullock—where they continue their purchases of wheat as usual. They also keep for sale a regular supply of Flour, Corn Meal, Hominy and Bran. THOMAS & AMOS LADD. 10 Mo. 23. 1806. eptf.
THE Subscribers have removed their COMPTING HOUSE, from the Main-Street to one of David Bullock's Brick Buildings, at the lower end of the Basin, between the Tenements occupied by C. and T. Saunders, and Norvell, Wyatt and Bullock—where they continue their purchases of wheat as usual. They also keep for sale a regular supply of Flour, Corn Meal, Hominy and Bran. THOMAS & AMOS LADD. 10 Mo. 23. 1806. eptf.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
IN virtue of a deed in trust, to me executed, by captain Fontaine G. Tibb, for purposes therein mentioned; the whole of the property specified in said trust deed, consisting of a very valuable tract of LAND, several valuable Slaves, Household & Kitchen furniture, and Stock of various kinds. The land lays in Essex county on Rappahannock river, ten miles below Tappahannock; very convenient to the best of oysters and crabs, contains 3334 acres, lays level and well adapted to the culture of tobacco, corn and small grain. There is on it a dwelling house in good repair, as also other convenient houses for a family, valuable young orchards of peach and apple of choice fruits, belonging to the above tract; there is as much marsh as will afford hay in the greatest abundance, for one hundred and fifty head of cattle; the land is well watered and remarkably healthy. The sale will take place on the premises, on the 24th day of October next, and the terms fully made known on that day; a part of the purchase money for each article will be required in hand, by CHARLES BROWNE, Trustee. Essex, August 8. tf.
IN virtue of a deed in trust, to me executed, by captain Fontaine G. Tibb, for purposes therein mentioned; the whole of the property specified in said trust deed, consisting of a very valuable tract of LAND, several valuable Slaves, Household & Kitchen furniture, and Stock of various kinds. The land lays in Essex county on Rappahannock river, ten miles below Tappahannock; very convenient to the best of oysters and crabs, contains 3334 acres, lays level and well adapted to the culture of tobacco, corn and small grain. There is on it a dwelling house in good repair, as also other convenient houses for a family, valuable young orchards of peach and apple of choice fruits, belonging to the above tract; there is as much marsh as will afford hay in the greatest abundance, for one hundred and fifty head of cattle; the land is well watered and remarkably healthy. The sale will take place on the premises, on the 24th day of October next, and the terms fully made known on that day; a part of the purchase money for each article will be required in hand, by CHARLES BROWNE, Trustee. Essex, August 8. tf.
TO RENT.
TO RENT.
THE TENEMENT, which Mrs. Phebe lately occupied on the street leading by the Government Kitchen, a very well fixed house, a compty room, a drawing and bed room, and three sleeping and a linen room in the garret; immediate possession may be had. Enquire of William F. Ait. August 20. (4w.)
THE TENEMENT, which Mrs. Phebe lately occupied on the street leading by the Government Kitchen, a very well fixed house, a compty room, a drawing and bed room, and three sleeping and a linen room in the garret; immediate possession may be had. Enquire of William F. Ait. August 20. (4w.)
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
BEGS leave to inform his friends and the public, lately occupied opposite the Eagle Tavern, to one of Mr. Thomas Mitchell's new houses nearly opposite to Mr. Taylor and Brown's Vendue Office, where he is now opening a general assortment of DRY GOODS & IRON-MONGERY, which he will dispose of at a moderate profit. N. B. He will Rent or Sell his Brick Tenement on Shockoe Hill, adjoining to Mr. Robert Gordon's. October 7.
BEGS leave to inform his friends and the public, lately occupied opposite the Eagle Tavern, to one of Mr. Thomas Mitchell's new houses nearly opposite to Mr. Taylor and Brown's Vendue Office, where he is now opening a general assortment of DRY GOODS & IRON-MONGERY, which he will dispose of at a moderate profit. N. B. He will Rent or Sell his Brick Tenement on Shockoe Hill, adjoining to Mr. Robert Gordon's. October 7.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
FOR SALE—on the lowest terms! 2500 sacks of LIVERPOOL SALT, and 90 crates of LIVERPOOL EARTHEN WARE of superior quality & well assorted, just arrived, in the ship Mermaid, Capt. in Johnson, from Liverpool, at Barren's Hundred— EVERTON ANDERSON. May 27.
Europe.
Europe.
(From a late London Paper.)
(From a late London Paper.)
Our intelligence from the continent comes down to the end of last week. It comes from Paris, Holland, Hamburg and Gottenburgh. From
Our intelligence from the continent comes down to the end of last week. It comes from Paris, Holland, Hamburg and Gottenburgh. From
RUSSIA
RUSSIA
we have nothing to indicate, what determination the emperor is likely to take in regard to the treaty with France, which M. D'Oubril, will present for his ratification. The Russian colonies established on the Black Sea, under the direction of the duke of Richelieu, are said to be very prosperous. Turkey, at the instigation of France, almost threatens Russia with war. Intelligence has been received from Mr. Silefien, one of the companions of capt. Krusenstern, with accounts of the voyagers to the island of Owhyhee. Baron Budberg and Count Soltikoff are now the ministers for foreign affairs; Prince Lapuchin is at the head of the Judiciary establishment; count Kotschubey is minister for the home department; count Waschoff, of the finances; count Romanzoff, for trade; gen. Wafimsoff, for military affairs.
we have nothing to indicate, what determination the emperor is likely to take in regard to the treaty with France, which M. D'Oubril, will present for his ratification. The Russian colonies established on the Black Sea, under the direction of the duke of Richelieu, are said to be very prosperous. Turkey, at the instigation of France, almost threatens Russia with war. Intelligence has been received from Mr. Silefien, one of the companions of capt. Krusenstern, with accounts of the voyagers to the island of Owhyhee. Baron Budberg and Count Soltikoff are now the ministers for foreign affairs; Prince Lapuchin is at the head of the Judiciary establishment; count Kotschubey is minister for the home department; count Waschoff, of the finances; count Romanzoff, for trade; gen. Wafimsoff, for military affairs.
TURKEY
TURKEY
presents still a government in subervency to foreign powers—a tumultuary army in the neighbourhood of the capital, rebellious provinces, surrounding powers all gaping for a partition.
presents still a government in subervency to foreign powers—a tumultuary army in the neighbourhood of the capital, rebellious provinces, surrounding powers all gaping for a partition.
AUSTRIA
AUSTRIA
sees its imperial house now shorn of its ancient honours. Its administration is hostile and odious to France. It cannot resist the changes by which France dimbers the German empire, yet does not cordially submit to them. French troops still hover near its confines. We do not know that it has been enabled to surrender Cato to France. Even its existence as an independent power is threatened. Perhaps its dominions may be destined to become an appendage of the Bonaparte family.
sees its imperial house now shorn of its ancient honours. Its administration is hostile and odious to France. It cannot resist the changes by which France dimbers the German empire, yet does not cordially submit to them. French troops still hover near its confines. We do not know that it has been enabled to surrender Cato to France. Even its existence as an independent power is threatened. Perhaps its dominions may be destined to become an appendage of the Bonaparte family.
PRUSSIA,
PRUSSIA,
as we have formerly intimated, seems to meditate a northern confederacy, by which Saxony, Hesse, Hanover, Mecklenburg, &c. may be associated under its dominion.
as we have formerly intimated, seems to meditate a northern confederacy, by which Saxony, Hesse, Hanover, Mecklenburg, &c. may be associated under its dominion.
HOLLAND
HOLLAND
is discontented under Louis Bonaparte's reign. He has endeavored, with little skill or success, to diminish the public expenditure of the government. The seamen are unwilling to serve under him—but the yoke of France must per force, be endured.
is discontented under Louis Bonaparte's reign. He has endeavored, with little skill or success, to diminish the public expenditure of the government. The seamen are unwilling to serve under him—but the yoke of France must per force, be endured.
PARIS
PARIS
is the seat of negotiations determining the fate of Europe. The treaty of the confederacy of the Rhine effectively uniting Bavaria, Baden, Hesse, Hohenzollern, Wirttemberg, Salm-Kyrburg, and Isemburg to France, was signed there on the 12th and 10th of July. It adds 70,000 German auxiliaries to the forces of France. The treaty with Russia abandoning to France the middle, the west, and the south of Europe, was signed there on the 20th of July. Schemes to diminish Spain, in favor of the Prince of Peace, and to dethrone the Royal Family of Portugal, have been there matured. English negotiators have been detained there in uncertain negotiation, till France has, by their presence, been enabled to separate almost all our allies from us. A congregation of the Jews has been assembled at the same place; and Bonaparte has proposed his curious doubts respecting their religion and policy, to be resolved by their Rabbins. The French funds have reduced their value to about one third of their nominal value. It seems now probable, that the treaty with England must be broken off; and that the English envoys are to return reinfida.
is the seat of negotiations determining the fate of Europe. The treaty of the confederacy of the Rhine effectively uniting Bavaria, Baden, Hesse, Hohenzollern, Wirttemberg, Salm-Kyrburg, and Isemburg to France, was signed there on the 12th and 10th of July. It adds 70,000 German auxiliaries to the forces of France. The treaty with Russia abandoning to France the middle, the west, and the south of Europe, was signed there on the 20th of July. Schemes to diminish Spain, in favor of the Prince of Peace, and to dethrone the Royal Family of Portugal, have been there matured. English negotiators have been detained there in uncertain negotiation, till France has, by their presence, been enabled to separate almost all our allies from us. A congregation of the Jews has been assembled at the same place; and Bonaparte has proposed his curious doubts respecting their religion and policy, to be resolved by their Rabbins. The French funds have reduced their value to about one third of their nominal value. It seems now probable, that the treaty with England must be broken off; and that the English envoys are to return reinfida.
ITALY
ITALY
furnishes little new intelligence. Gaeta has fallen. Much Neapolitan property has been confiscated to gratify the French army. The Cabrians, with aid from Sir Sidney Smith, are enabled to resist the career of the French. Sicily is still free. Malta is strong in troops, and all in good health. The port of Venice is still under blockade.
furnishes little new intelligence. Gaeta has fallen. Much Neapolitan property has been confiscated to gratify the French army. The Cabrians, with aid from Sir Sidney Smith, are enabled to resist the career of the French. Sicily is still free. Malta is strong in troops, and all in good health. The port of Venice is still under blockade.
THE WEST-INDIES
THE WEST-INDIES
are delivered from the presence of Jerome Bonaparte—Guadaloupe and Martinique flourish. Hayti maintains its independence
are delivered from the presence of Jerome Bonaparte—Guadaloupe and Martinique flourish. Hayti maintains its independence

GERMANY.  BRUNSWICK, 26th July.
GERMANY.  BRUNSWICK, 26th July.
All the Jews of Germany have their eyes fixed on the Hebrew assembly, convoked at Paris by the emperor Napoleon. They all express the wish that H. M. would in like manner deign to take their lot into consideration and extend over them that beneficent solicitude, of which the Jews of the French empire are about to feel the happy effects. Mr. Jacobson, agent of finances of the court of Brunswick, and founder of a Jewish school in that town, has just addressed to H. I. and R. M., a petition of which the following is an extract:
All the Jews of Germany have their eyes fixed on the Hebrew assembly, convoked at Paris by the emperor Napoleon. They all express the wish that H. M. would in like manner deign to take their lot into consideration and extend over them that beneficent solicitude, of which the Jews of the French empire are about to feel the happy effects. Mr. Jacobson, agent of finances of the court of Brunswick, and founder of a Jewish school in that town, has just addressed to H. I. and R. M., a petition of which the following is an extract:
SIRE, "Penetrated with sentiments of the deepest veneration and full of that admiration always excited by extraordinary men, who, at different periods, are chosen by the eternal to ennoble the human race, I approach the throne of Y. M. with that confidence which the great actions inspire with which you make the astonished universe resound. "I have not the happiness to be reckoned amongst those men to whose interest you sacrifice all your moments; I do not belong to that happy country to which you have called back peace."
SIRE, "Penetrated with sentiments of the deepest veneration and full of that admiration always excited by extraordinary men, who, at different periods, are chosen by the eternal to ennoble the human race, I approach the throne of Y. M. with that confidence which the great actions inspire with which you make the astonished universe resound. "I have not the happiness to be reckoned amongst those men to whose interest you sacrifice all your moments; I do not belong to that happy country to which you have called back peace."
"I form part of the unhappy Jewish nation, against whom ignorance and superstition are leagued, in order to debase it and make it become the abomination of every people. May the God of nations choose Y. M. to bring about the happiness of the world, and the Jews form part of this world. I belong to that people whose misery has implored in vain for more than a thousand years, the piety and humanity of Sovereigns; to that people who expected in you their saviour, and who have found him in you, Sire!"
"I form part of the unhappy Jewish nation, against whom ignorance and superstition are leagued, in order to debase it and make it become the abomination of every people. May the God of nations choose Y. M. to bring about the happiness of the world, and the Jews form part of this world. I belong to that people whose misery has implored in vain for more than a thousand years, the piety and humanity of Sovereigns; to that people who expected in you their saviour, and who have found him in you, Sire!"
"I have constantly laboured, for several years past, to bring about the happiness of my nation by civilising it; my efforts have been crowned with the happiest successes; I have succeeded in interesting several German Princes in favour of the children of my nation; I have obtained for my unfortunate brothers the abolition of an infamous tax, I have established at my own expence an institution for the instruction of young Jewish children, and in which are now educated upwards of twenty Christians. But at present I set no bounds to my hopes, since I have the happiness to elevate my supplicant voice to the throne of your majesty."
"I have constantly laboured, for several years past, to bring about the happiness of my nation by civilising it; my efforts have been crowned with the happiest successes; I have succeeded in interesting several German Princes in favour of the children of my nation; I have obtained for my unfortunate brothers the abolition of an infamous tax, I have established at my own expence an institution for the instruction of young Jewish children, and in which are now educated upwards of twenty Christians. But at present I set no bounds to my hopes, since I have the happiness to elevate my supplicant voice to the throne of your majesty."
"Vouchsafe, Sire, to extend your beneficent intentions to the Jews who inhabit the countries which approximate to the vast empire. If your majesty confined your bounty to those of my brethren who are your subjects, how much would they not still have to wish for! How would they surmount the obstacles which the difference of the French administration and that of the other states continually places between them and us? The commercial relations of F. & of Germany continually calling the Jews of the one nation to the other, what Jew inhabiting your states would come to fully the title of French citizen, by the modifications and vexations which the administrative order of Germany would make him experience? Will he choose his spouse from among a people deformed?"
"Vouchsafe, Sire, to extend your beneficent intentions to the Jews who inhabit the countries which approximate to the vast empire. If your majesty confined your bounty to those of my brethren who are your subjects, how much would they not still have to wish for! How would they surmount the obstacles which the difference of the French administration and that of the other states continually places between them and us? The commercial relations of F. & of Germany continually calling the Jews of the one nation to the other, what Jew inhabiting your states would come to fully the title of French citizen, by the modifications and vexations which the administrative order of Germany would make him experience? Will he choose his spouse from among a people deformed?"
"What a great and sublime enterprise to break the chains of a people unjustly oppressed! What other than a God can listen to their complaints and free them from an insupportable yoke?"
"What a great and sublime enterprise to break the chains of a people unjustly oppressed! What other than a God can listen to their complaints and free them from an insupportable yoke?"
"It is not the princes of Germany who oppose the accomplishment of this great work, it is on the contrary the object of their utmost wishes, they desire to improve our condition. We groan under ancient laws dictated by barbarism, and which prejudice alone has hitherto supported."
"It is not the princes of Germany who oppose the accomplishment of this great work, it is on the contrary the object of their utmost wishes, they desire to improve our condition. We groan under ancient laws dictated by barbarism, and which prejudice alone has hitherto supported."
"The German Jew would be happy if he might be permitted to earn an honest livelihood, to enjoy the right of citizenship, and if a form and course were given to his worship, which, without departing from the law, might accord with the exercises of all the duties of a citizen."
"The German Jew would be happy if he might be permitted to earn an honest livelihood, to enjoy the right of citizenship, and if a form and course were given to his worship, which, without departing from the law, might accord with the exercises of all the duties of a citizen."
"But in order to arrive at this end, it would be requisite; 1st, to establish a Jewish Sovereign Council, presided by a Patriarch, sitting in France; 2d, to divide the whole community into districts, each of which should have a particular Synod, which under the superintendence of the French government and the Jewish Sovereign Council, should decide on all affairs concerning Worship and appoint the Rabbins; 3d, to authorise the said sovereign council to grant to every Jew the necessary dispensation in order to enable him to fulfil his duties of citizen in every country."
"But in order to arrive at this end, it would be requisite; 1st, to establish a Jewish Sovereign Council, presided by a Patriarch, sitting in France; 2d, to divide the whole community into districts, each of which should have a particular Synod, which under the superintendence of the French government and the Jewish Sovereign Council, should decide on all affairs concerning Worship and appoint the Rabbins; 3d, to authorise the said sovereign council to grant to every Jew the necessary dispensation in order to enable him to fulfil his duties of citizen in every country."
"These means, Sire, appear to be as certain as indispensable. Let the political and ecclesiastical chains be broken which still retain the Jew in servitude, and he will soon be seen to ennoble and raise himself to the rank of other men. Then indeed shall we walk in the steps of our ancestors, who changed into delicious gardens the barren rocks of Palestine, enriched them with the finest harvests, and who with the same hands which they set to the plough of the husbandman and the shuttle of the weaver, planted their victorious standards on the banks of Jordan."
"These means, Sire, appear to be as certain as indispensable. Let the political and ecclesiastical chains be broken which still retain the Jew in servitude, and he will soon be seen to ennoble and raise himself to the rank of other men. Then indeed shall we walk in the steps of our ancestors, who changed into delicious gardens the barren rocks of Palestine, enriched them with the finest harvests, and who with the same hands which they set to the plough of the husbandman and the shuttle of the weaver, planted their victorious standards on the banks of Jordan."
BALTIMORE, October 19.
BALTIMORE, October 19.
Arrived, ship Thomas Wilson, Gardner, 126 days from Mocha, coffee and salt-petre, John Donnell. Off the Isle of France, the Thomas Wilson was boarded by the Sir Francis Drake, British frigate, one of the blockading squadron; who, after firing about one hundred musket shot into us, came on board and impressed three of her crew. They informed us they had captured the ship Erin of Baltimore, and sent her to Madras. Oct. 6, off Bermuda, spoke the British man of war brig Avon, with Mr. Erskine, the British minister on board, bound for the Chesapeake.
Arrived, ship Thomas Wilson, Gardner, 126 days from Mocha, coffee and salt-petre, John Donnell. Off the Isle of France, the Thomas Wilson was boarded by the Sir Francis Drake, British frigate, one of the blockading squadron; who, after firing about one hundred musket shot into us, came on board and impressed three of her crew. They informed us they had captured the ship Erin of Baltimore, and sent her to Madras. Oct. 6, off Bermuda, spoke the British man of war brig Avon, with Mr. Erskine, the British minister on board, bound for the Chesapeake.
NORFOLK, October 21.
NORFOLK, October 21.
Captain Chase, on whose veracity we can depend, informs, that on the 12th inst. he spoke the brig Fame, from Rotterdam to Providence, the captain of which said, that prior to his sailing (10th ult.) accounts had been received from Paris, which stated, that negotiations for peace between France and England had been broken off. Herald.
Captain Chase, on whose veracity we can depend, informs, that on the 12th inst. he spoke the brig Fame, from Rotterdam to Providence, the captain of which said, that prior to his sailing (10th ult.) accounts had been received from Paris, which stated, that negotiations for peace between France and England had been broken off. Herald.
LORDS HOLLAND AND AUCKLAND, are appointed on the part of Great-Britain to negotiate with Mr. Monroe and Mr. Pinckney, our ministers in London; of Lord Holland we know but little, except that he is nephew to Mr. Fox, but Lord Auckland is a very distinguished political character, as we learn from Debrett's Peerage for 1806, which says:— Norfolk Ledger.
LORDS HOLLAND AND AUCKLAND, are appointed on the part of Great-Britain to negotiate with Mr. Monroe and Mr. Pinckney, our ministers in London; of Lord Holland we know but little, except that he is nephew to Mr. Fox, but Lord Auckland is a very distinguished political character, as we learn from Debrett's Peerage for 1806, which says:— Norfolk Ledger.
"His lordship has been employed in many stations of interest and importance; in 1778, he went to North America, together with the earl of Carlisle, &c. for the purpose of restoring peace; from 1780 to 1782, he was chief secretary in Ireland, in the viceroyalty of the earl of Carlisle, and was sworn of the privy council of that kingdom; and in 1785 he was also sworn of the privy council of England. In December, 1785, he was named envoy extraordinary
"His lordship has been employed in many stations of interest and importance; in 1778, he went to North America, together with the earl of Carlisle, &c. for the purpose of restoring peace; from 1780 to 1782, he was chief secretary in Ireland, in the viceroyalty of the earl of Carlisle, and was sworn of the privy council of that kingdom; and in 1785 he was also sworn of the privy council of England. In December, 1785, he was named envoy extraordinary
and minister plenipotentiary to the court of Versailles, for the purpose of concluding a treaty of commerce between Great-Britain and France, which was accomplished, Sept. 26, 1786; on the 13th Jan. 1787, he signed, with the Count de Vergennes, a farther convention; and, on August 31, following, he concluded and signed with the Comte de Montmorin, a convention for preventing all disputes between the subjects of their respective sovereigns in the East-Indies. In Oct. and Nov. in the same year, his lordship, in concurrence with the duke of Dorset, negotiated and signed the declarations which were exchanged between the courts of London and Versailles, relative to the revolutions which then took place in the United Provinces. In March, 1788, he went as ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary to the court of Spain; in Nov. 1789, he was appointed ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary to the states-general of the United Provinces; and, on the 10th Dec. he concluded and signed the convention between the emperor Leopold, and the kings of Great-Britain and Prussia, and the states-general of the United Provinces, relative to the affairs of the Netherlands."
and minister plenipotentiary to the court of Versailles, for the purpose of concluding a treaty of commerce between Great-Britain and France, which was accomplished, Sept. 26, 1786; on the 13th Jan. 1787, he signed, with the Count de Vergennes, a farther convention; and, on August 31, following, he concluded and signed with the Comte de Montmorin, a convention for preventing all disputes between the subjects of their respective sovereigns in the East-Indies. In Oct. and Nov. in the same year, his lordship, in concurrence with the duke of Dorset, negotiated and signed the declarations which were exchanged between the courts of London and Versailles, relative to the revolutions which then took place in the United Provinces. In March, 1788, he went as ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary to the court of Spain; in Nov. 1789, he was appointed ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary to the states-general of the United Provinces; and, on the 10th Dec. he concluded and signed the convention between the emperor Leopold, and the kings of Great-Britain and Prussia, and the states-general of the United Provinces, relative to the affairs of the Netherlands."
Domestic.
Domestic.
From the (Boston) Independent Chronicle.
From the (Boston) Independent Chronicle.
TO DECIUS.—(CONCLUDED.)
TO DECIUS.—(CONCLUDED.)
I will only add a concise review of the objections urged against the act of appropriation for the purchase of Florida. The first and great objection was that the President had not recommended an appropriation for that object. The objector, to use his own words, "would never agree to such a measure, because the money had not been asked for in the message. He could not consent to shift upon his own shoulders, or those of the House, the proper responsibility of the executive." One answer, given in the debate, has been already noticed, while we were correcting your details of the proceedings of Congress. It was further answered, that this could not be an argument against the measure itself, but at most a mere pedillo, a question of comparative responsibility, a matter of form as it respected the nation, and of very little moment to the executive or legislature; for each member, by voting for the bill, each House, by passing it, and the President, by approving and signing it, would respectively incur their proper responsibilities. According to the apportionment of powers by the constitution, the President has a right, but is not under obligation, to recommend specific measures of legislation. If he lays before Congress the facts and documents, lodged in his department, and necessary or proper for their information, he discharges his duty, in that respect. The objection is not merely unfounded and unreasonable. It involves a dangerous principle. If it should be determined to be improper for the two Houses to pass a bill, without a previous recommendation of it by the President, left they shift upon their own shoulders the proper responsibility of the executive, the consequence must be that the executive will have the exclusive origination of legislative measures; a principle subversive of the constitutional independence of the legislature.
I will only add a concise review of the objections urged against the act of appropriation for the purchase of Florida. The first and great objection was that the President had not recommended an appropriation for that object. The objector, to use his own words, "would never agree to such a measure, because the money had not been asked for in the message. He could not consent to shift upon his own shoulders, or those of the House, the proper responsibility of the executive." One answer, given in the debate, has been already noticed, while we were correcting your details of the proceedings of Congress. It was further answered, that this could not be an argument against the measure itself, but at most a mere pedillo, a question of comparative responsibility, a matter of form as it respected the nation, and of very little moment to the executive or legislature; for each member, by voting for the bill, each House, by passing it, and the President, by approving and signing it, would respectively incur their proper responsibilities. According to the apportionment of powers by the constitution, the President has a right, but is not under obligation, to recommend specific measures of legislation. If he lays before Congress the facts and documents, lodged in his department, and necessary or proper for their information, he discharges his duty, in that respect. The objection is not merely unfounded and unreasonable. It involves a dangerous principle. If it should be determined to be improper for the two Houses to pass a bill, without a previous recommendation of it by the President, left they shift upon their own shoulders the proper responsibility of the executive, the consequence must be that the executive will have the exclusive origination of legislative measures; a principle subversive of the constitutional independence of the legislature.
But the objector went even farther. Neither the approbation and signature of the bill by the President, nor his previous proposition of it, would be satisfactory. Without consulting Congress at all, he ought, it seems, in the exercise of his executive powers, to negotiate the treaty of purchase, upon his own responsibility. "The House of Representatives would, in that case, be left free to ratify or annul the contract," otherwise they could not "refuse to sanction any treaty entered into under the auspices of the legislature, and with powers so unlimited." The same gentleman once held a different doctrine. In the case of Louisiana, he advocated and voted for a preliminary appropriation; and whatever differences there may be in other points, in this the two cases are exactly similar. His apparent inconsistency, it is true, is no certain proof that his present opinion is wrong. He may have been erroneous before, and now convinced of his error. Yet the variation of his own judgment ought, at least, to teach him a little charity for those who still think and act, as he once thought and acted. The whole force of the objection consists in this; that the legislature, by such an appropriation, deprive themselves of all discretionary right to refuse their sanction of any treaty whatever, which may be thus negotiated. The same process of reasoning, if admissible, would prove that the President and Senate, by appointing an envoy, are so pledged for any treaty, which he may sign under such appointment, that the Senate have not a right to refuse their assent, nor the President to withhold his ratification. By proving too much, the argument appears to be inconclusive and fallacious, and need not, therefore, be considered in other points of view. The principle, which is practically and I think correctly adopted by our government, is that in so important a transaction as that of acquiring territory, the executive ought not to proceed to any expression of the sense of the government in favor of the acquisition. In the two great cases, which have occurred, an act of appropriation for the purpose has been deemed the proper mode of expressing the legislative sense.
But the objector went even farther. Neither the approbation and signature of the bill by the President, nor his previous proposition of it, would be satisfactory. Without consulting Congress at all, he ought, it seems, in the exercise of his executive powers, to negotiate the treaty of purchase, upon his own responsibility. "The House of Representatives would, in that case, be left free to ratify or annul the contract," otherwise they could not "refuse to sanction any treaty entered into under the auspices of the legislature, and with powers so unlimited." The same gentleman once held a different doctrine. In the case of Louisiana, he advocated and voted for a preliminary appropriation; and whatever differences there may be in other points, in this the two cases are exactly similar. His apparent inconsistency, it is true, is no certain proof that his present opinion is wrong. He may have been erroneous before, and now convinced of his error. Yet the variation of his own judgment ought, at least, to teach him a little charity for those who still think and act, as he once thought and acted. The whole force of the objection consists in this; that the legislature, by such an appropriation, deprive themselves of all discretionary right to refuse their sanction of any treaty whatever, which may be thus negotiated. The same process of reasoning, if admissible, would prove that the President and Senate, by appointing an envoy, are so pledged for any treaty, which he may sign under such appointment, that the Senate have not a right to refuse their assent, nor the President to withhold his ratification. By proving too much, the argument appears to be inconclusive and fallacious, and need not, therefore, be considered in other points of view. The principle, which is practically and I think correctly adopted by our government, is that in so important a transaction as that of acquiring territory, the executive ought not to proceed to any expression of the sense of the government in favor of the acquisition. In the two great cases, which have occurred, an act of appropriation for the purpose has been deemed the proper mode of expressing the legislative sense.
It was objected, that by this appropriation the money was left applicable, at the discretion of the executive, "to any extraordinary purpose of foreign intercourse whatsoever." This objection was urged by a gentleman, who in 1803 was a leading advocate for the appropriation which led to the Louisiana treaty, and which was not more specific than this, but substantially similar, if not precisely in the same terms. The majority of Congress, however, entertaining an undiminished confidence in the executive, were not convinced that there would be danger in passing the act on the same principle with the former. The reason why the act was expressed in such general terms is obvious. Although the preliminary proceedings, which specifically defined the object of the measure, were intended to be kept secret, until the negotiation should be concluded, yet the act itself was expected to be published among the other acts of the session.
It was objected, that by this appropriation the money was left applicable, at the discretion of the executive, "to any extraordinary purpose of foreign intercourse whatsoever." This objection was urged by a gentleman, who in 1803 was a leading advocate for the appropriation which led to the Louisiana treaty, and which was not more specific than this, but substantially similar, if not precisely in the same terms. The majority of Congress, however, entertaining an undiminished confidence in the executive, were not convinced that there would be danger in passing the act on the same principle with the former. The reason why the act was expressed in such general terms is obvious. Although the preliminary proceedings, which specifically defined the object of the measure, were intended to be kept secret, until the negotiation should be concluded, yet the act itself was expected to be published among the other acts of the session.
It was further objected, that the proposition contemplated the purchase of "the Spanish territories eastward of the river Mississippi," generally, without excepting that part of West Florida, which has been in dispute between the two nations, being claimed by the U. S. as a part of Louisiana, ceded by Spain to France and by France to us, and also claimed and retained by Spain, as not included in that cession. It was contended, that to propose a general purchase under existing circumstances, "would not only be a compromise of the national honor, but might fairly be considered as a surrender, on our part, of all pretensions to the disputed territory." The purchase of Louisiana was a most fortunate acquisition. Without estimating the value of the public lands acquired; without taking into account the more inestimable advan-
It was further objected, that the proposition contemplated the purchase of "the Spanish territories eastward of the river Mississippi," generally, without excepting that part of West Florida, which has been in dispute between the two nations, being claimed by the U. S. as a part of Louisiana, ceded by Spain to France and by France to us, and also claimed and retained by Spain, as not included in that cession. It was contended, that to propose a general purchase under existing circumstances, "would not only be a compromise of the national honor, but might fairly be considered as a surrender, on our part, of all pretensions to the disputed territory." The purchase of Louisiana was a most fortunate acquisition. Without estimating the value of the public lands acquired; without taking into account the more inestimable advan-
tage of a rightful and exclusive control of the vast river Mississippi and its banks, with all its harbors, waters, navigation and commerce; the single article of revenue, transferred from a foreign to our own treasury forever, is a full equivalent for the stipulated price. Mr. J. Randolph, notwithstanding all his late impressions against the administration, repeatedly declared, on the floor of Congress, at the last Session, that the Delta of New-Orleans alone was amply worth the price of the whole; a declaration, which was generally acknowledged to be strictly just, and which will readily be assented to by every political calculator, who takes, as the basis of his calculation, the established fact, that the revenue collected at that single custom house already amounts to three hundred thousand dollars a year, the annual interest of five millions, one third of the whole purchase money. The increase of this public income will be proportionate to the increase of importations for the supply of the inhabitants of all the immense and yet unpeopled regions bordering on the Mississippi and its tributary streams. But although this highly beneficial, the Louisiana treaty was attended with some embarrassments. From a want of geographical certainty, the boundaries were not well defined. Besides a controversy, on the western side of the river, respecting the line of division between Louisiana and Mexico, there is, on the eastern side, the interfering claim above described, which is the ground of this objection. The validity of our title to Louisiana itself is not disputed. The dispute respects its extent alone. On that point there is some doubt; and our government have foreborne to take possession of the controverted tract. In this state of things an offer to purchase, for an equitable price to be mutually agreed on, the Spanish territories, eastward of the Mississippi, indefinitely, without a previous ascertainment of the true line of partition, could not operate as a surrender of any claim on our part, or prejudice our pretensions, in case of a rejection of our proposal. By an acceptance of the offer, the point in dispute would be waived, with mutual consent, and without any dishonourable concession on either side. Such a compromise would be no more incompatible with true national honor, than a reference of the question to commissioners; as in the case of the disputed eastern boundary of the U. S. which, under our British treaty of 1794, was submitted to a board of commissioners, who awarded to G. B. the territory between the two rivers respectively claimed as the true St. Croix. The same ground of objection in reality existed in the Louisiana case. The object of that appropriation, as defined in the report of a committee, and adopted by the house, was, "to enable the executive to commence, with more effect, a negotiation with the French and Spanish governments, relative to the purchase from them of the island of New-Orleans and the provinces of East and West Florida. Florida, which was one of the objects of that appropriation, could not then be acquired, but New-Orleans was, together with the whole province of Louisiana, of which it was a part. Such an acquisition, (of New-Orleans, as was contemplated and effected,) including all territorial rights, necessarily comprehended, among others, the right of Deposit, which we claimed by virtue of a former treaty, but which was withheld from us. The objector did not, on that account, then view an offer to purchase New-Orleans, as a compromise of the national honor or a surrender of our pretensions to the interrupted right of deposit. On that occasion I think he judged correctly; and in both cases, Congress rightly considered the objection rather as a pedillo, than a solid reason against the measure.
tage of a rightful and exclusive control of the vast river Mississippi and its banks, with all its harbors, waters, navigation and commerce; the single article of revenue, transferred from a foreign to our own treasury forever, is a full equivalent for the stipulated price. Mr. J. Randolph, notwithstanding all his late impressions against the administration, repeatedly declared, on the floor of Congress, at the last Session, that the Delta of New-Orleans alone was amply worth the price of the whole; a declaration, which was generally acknowledged to be strictly just, and which will readily be assented to by every political calculator, who takes, as the basis of his calculation, the established fact, that the revenue collected at that single custom house already amounts to three hundred thousand dollars a year, the annual interest of five millions, one third of the whole purchase money. The increase of this public income will be proportionate to the increase of importations for the supply of the inhabitants of all the immense and yet unpeopled regions bordering on the Mississippi and its tributary streams. But although this highly beneficial, the Louisiana treaty was attended with some embarrassments. From a want of geographical certainty, the boundaries were not well defined. Besides a controversy, on the western side of the river, respecting the line of division between Louisiana and Mexico, there is, on the eastern side, the interfering claim above described, which is the ground of this objection. The validity of our title to Louisiana itself is not disputed. The dispute respects its extent alone. On that point there is some doubt; and our government have foreborne to take possession of the controverted tract. In this state of things an offer to purchase, for an equitable price to be mutually agreed on, the Spanish territories, eastward of the Mississippi, indefinitely, without a previous ascertainment of the true line of partition, could not operate as a surrender of any claim on our part, or prejudice our pretensions, in case of a rejection of our proposal. By an acceptance of the offer, the point in dispute would be waived, with mutual consent, and without any dishonourable concession on either side. Such a compromise would be no more incompatible with true national honor, than a reference of the question to commissioners; as in the case of the disputed eastern boundary of the U. S. which, under our British treaty of 1794, was submitted to a board of commissioners, who awarded to G. B. the territory between the two rivers respectively claimed as the true St. Croix. The same ground of objection in reality existed in the Louisiana case. The object of that appropriation, as defined in the report of a committee, and adopted by the house, was, "to enable the executive to commence, with more effect, a negotiation with the French and Spanish governments, relative to the purchase from them of the island of New-Orleans and the provinces of East and West Florida. Florida, which was one of the objects of that appropriation, could not then be acquired, but New-Orleans was, together with the whole province of Louisiana, of which it was a part. Such an acquisition, (of New-Orleans, as was contemplated and effected,) including all territorial rights, necessarily comprehended, among others, the right of Deposit, which we claimed by virtue of a former treaty, but which was withheld from us. The objector did not, on that account, then view an offer to purchase New-Orleans, as a compromise of the national honor or a surrender of our pretensions to the interrupted right of deposit. On that occasion I think he judged correctly; and in both cases, Congress rightly considered the objection rather as a pedillo, than a solid reason against the measure.
An objection still more puerile, if possible, was, that it might give offence to G. B. as a violation of neutrality. But it is not easy for me to conceive how a payment of money to one belligerent, for the fair purchase of land for our own use, could interfere with our neutral obligation, any more than to pay money for existing debts, or the purchase of merchandise, which has never been considered, in theory or practice, inconsistent with a neutral character. The scrupulous delicy of the objector, on the score of neutrality, was exercised only towards one of the belligerents. Notwithstanding his exertions to convince the House that our paying money to France or Spain for a bona fide purchase of territory would violate our neutral duty, he appeared willing to make important sacrifices of the rights of our seamen and commerce to G. B. because she was struggling for her existence and fighting the battles of the world. On that side he discovered no such delicate scruples about neutrality.
An objection still more puerile, if possible, was, that it might give offence to G. B. as a violation of neutrality. But it is not easy for me to conceive how a payment of money to one belligerent, for the fair purchase of land for our own use, could interfere with our neutral obligation, any more than to pay money for existing debts, or the purchase of merchandise, which has never been considered, in theory or practice, inconsistent with a neutral character. The scrupulous delicy of the objector, on the score of neutrality, was exercised only towards one of the belligerents. Notwithstanding his exertions to convince the House that our paying money to France or Spain for a bona fide purchase of territory would violate our neutral duty, he appeared willing to make important sacrifices of the rights of our seamen and commerce to G. B. because she was struggling for her existence and fighting the battles of the world. On that side he discovered no such delicate scruples about neutrality.
But, said the same objector, if Great-Britain should not consider it a breach of our neutrality, "it must inspire her with contempt for any attitude of resistance which we may assume towards her;" for she would view it, as he did, a pusillanimous and disgraceful shrinking from national honor and defence. The measure proposed, as a substitute, was contained in the following resolution, reported by a committee, of which Mr. J. Randolph was chairman.
But, said the same objector, if Great-Britain should not consider it a breach of our neutrality, "it must inspire her with contempt for any attitude of resistance which we may assume towards her;" for she would view it, as he did, a pusillanimous and disgraceful shrinking from national honor and defence. The measure proposed, as a substitute, was contained in the following resolution, reported by a committee, of which Mr. J. Randolph was chairman.
Resolved, that such number of troops (not exceeding ) as the President of the United States shall deem sufficient to protect the southern frontiers of the United States from Spanish inroad and insult, and to classify the same, be immediately raised."
Resolved, that such number of troops (not exceeding ) as the President of the United States shall deem sufficient to protect the southern frontiers of the United States from Spanish inroad and insult, and to classify the same, be immediately raised."
Of this proposition Mr. R. was the mover and principal supporter. The resolution not being adopted by the House, the blank was never filled; so that the number of the new troops, if a majority had been in favor of raising them, was not determined. Five thousand was mentioned, but it was not formally discussed or moved, and whether that, or a larger or a smaller number, would have been the limit, is uncertain. The purposes for which this additional army was to be raised, were the protection of the frontiers from inroad and insult, and the classification of the same. The former was only defensive; the latter appeared to the opponents of the resolution to imply something more than mere defence. To classify the Spaniards for inroad and insult, was thought to import offensive operations. Although such an intention was disclaimed by the friends of the measure, who also denied the probability of any such consequence; yet it was apprehended, that such would be the practical effect of it. An army raised for that purpose, and stationed on the frontiers, with orders not only to protect them from inroad and insult, but to classify the same, after repelling an aggression, would be likely, in classifying the aggressors, to follow them into their own territories. Acts of hostility would there take place, and war be the natural consequence. A majority of Congress believed that the troops already in service, if judiciously stationed for the purpose, would furnish such a degree of force, as the President had, in his message, suggested—and as they were convinced, might be required for the protection of the frontiers. An addition to the army did not appear to them to be at present necessary, and nothing short of a reasonable necessity could justify it. Instead, therefore, of vesting the President with discretionary power to raise additional troops, not exceeding a limited number, they determined in favor of further negotiation, and passed an appropriation
Of this proposition Mr. R. was the mover and principal supporter. The resolution not being adopted by the House, the blank was never filled; so that the number of the new troops, if a majority had been in favor of raising them, was not determined. Five thousand was mentioned, but it was not formally discussed or moved, and whether that, or a larger or a smaller number, would have been the limit, is uncertain. The purposes for which this additional army was to be raised, were the protection of the frontiers from inroad and insult, and the classification of the same. The former was only defensive; the latter appeared to the opponents of the resolution to imply something more than mere defence. To classify the Spaniards for inroad and insult, was thought to import offensive operations. Although such an intention was disclaimed by the friends of the measure, who also denied the probability of any such consequence; yet it was apprehended, that such would be the practical effect of it. An army raised for that purpose, and stationed on the frontiers, with orders not only to protect them from inroad and insult, but to classify the same, after repelling an aggression, would be likely, in classifying the aggressors, to follow them into their own territories. Acts of hostility would there take place, and war be the natural consequence. A majority of Congress believed that the troops already in service, if judiciously stationed for the purpose, would furnish such a degree of force, as the President had, in his message, suggested—and as they were convinced, might be required for the protection of the frontiers. An addition to the army did not appear to them to be at present necessary, and nothing short of a reasonable necessity could justify it. Instead, therefore, of vesting the President with discretionary power to raise additional troops, not exceeding a limited number, they determined in favor of further negotiation, and passed an appropriation
for the purchase of Florida, as the most proper means of removing all occasion of future controversy, as well as adjusting present differences.
for the purchase of Florida, as the most proper means of removing all occasion of future controversy, as well as adjusting present differences.
Another objection, similar to that which we have last been considering, was, that a negotiation for Florida, after the total failure of our late attempt to adjust our disputes with Spain, would be "a prostration of our national honor at the feet of our adversary." But the majority could not be persuaded that the true honor or the interest of the nation (which are always inseparable) would be prostrated by renewing, before a final resort to war, the attempt to effect a settlement by negotiation, and that "on a plan analogous to what our ministers had proposed," which embraced a satisfaction for past injuries, "and so comprehensive, as to remove, if possible, the grounds of future collision and controversy on the eastern as well as western side of the Mississippi." The doctrine, that when one effort to negotiate a compromise of differences with a foreign government has failed, no farther negotiation on the subject can be offered, consistently with national honor, but that an appeal to the sword is the only honourable resort, might comport with the ancient spirit of chivalry, but is exploded by the good sense of modern times, and is certainly not congenial with the pacific policy of a republic, in which the great object of government is, not the glory of ambitious rulers, but the happiness of the people. Peace ought surely to be pursued, by a perseverance in all reasonable means of accommodation, until war becomes indispensably necessary; and that necessity should be felt by the nation, who are to bear its burdens and calamities, as well as by the government, which is to conduct its operations. In the present case, the enlarged object of the proposed negotiation was an additional argument in favor of a new attempt. If a purchase of the remaining Spanish territories on this side of the Mississippi could be effected on reasonable terms, it would be an acquisition universal; admitted to be highly desirable. If the effort should not be crowned with success, and war, after all, prove inevitable, we should have the satisfaction of having discharged an important duty; the money appropriated towards the purchase would remain in our treasury unexpended, and the nation, satisfied that no rational means of pacification had been neglected, would unite their energies in prosecuting a war thus imposed upon them for the defence of their violated rights.
Another objection, similar to that which we have last been considering, was, that a negotiation for Florida, after the total failure of our late attempt to adjust our disputes with Spain, would be "a prostration of our national honor at the feet of our adversary." But the majority could not be persuaded that the true honor or the interest of the nation (which are always inseparable) would be prostrated by renewing, before a final resort to war, the attempt to effect a settlement by negotiation, and that "on a plan analogous to what our ministers had proposed," which embraced a satisfaction for past injuries, "and so comprehensive, as to remove, if possible, the grounds of future collision and controversy on the eastern as well as western side of the Mississippi." The doctrine, that when one effort to negotiate a compromise of differences with a foreign government has failed, no farther negotiation on the subject can be offered, consistently with national honor, but that an appeal to the sword is the only honourable resort, might comport with the ancient spirit of chivalry, but is exploded by the good sense of modern times, and is certainly not congenial with the pacific policy of a republic, in which the great object of government is, not the glory of ambitious rulers, but the happiness of the people. Peace ought surely to be pursued, by a perseverance in all reasonable means of accommodation, until war becomes indispensably necessary; and that necessity should be felt by the nation, who are to bear its burdens and calamities, as well as by the government, which is to conduct its operations. In the present case, the enlarged object of the proposed negotiation was an additional argument in favor of a new attempt. If a purchase of the remaining Spanish territories on this side of the Mississippi could be effected on reasonable terms, it would be an acquisition universal; admitted to be highly desirable. If the effort should not be crowned with success, and war, after all, prove inevitable, we should have the satisfaction of having discharged an important duty; the money appropriated towards the purchase would remain in our treasury unexpended, and the nation, satisfied that no rational means of pacification had been neglected, would unite their energies in prosecuting a war thus imposed upon them for the defence of their violated rights.
CATO.
CATO.
VERMONT ELECTION.
VERMONT ELECTION.
We learn from Middlebury that Gov. Tichenor is re-elected by a majority of 1800 votes—that the Republican ticket for Councillors had a much greater majority than heretofore—and that the majority of Republicans in the House is considerably increased. All this was anticipated. Republicans of Vermont will not be cheerless with such a prospect before them; the governor's majority is about 1000 less than the last year—and one struggle more will probably destroy all fears of any future influence of federalism in our councils. Vermont Gaz.
We learn from Middlebury that Gov. Tichenor is re-elected by a majority of 1800 votes—that the Republican ticket for Councillors had a much greater majority than heretofore—and that the majority of Republicans in the House is considerably increased. All this was anticipated. Republicans of Vermont will not be cheerless with such a prospect before them; the governor's majority is about 1000 less than the last year—and one struggle more will probably destroy all fears of any future influence of federalism in our councils. Vermont Gaz.
CONNECTICUT.  Danbury, Oct. 14.
CONNECTICUT.  Danbury, Oct. 14.
Extract from a letter to the Editor, dated New-Haven, Oct. 1.
Extract from a letter to the Editor, dated New-Haven, Oct. 1.
"Abraham Bishop is warmly opposed to these prosecutions." [The late prosecutions in the district court,] "and presumes not to disguise his sentiments even before Federalists. His language is this: "It is a most shameful thing for Republicans, who have complained so bitterly of the prosecutions against Osborn, to pursue the same course that they themselves have so reprobated." He has drawn up a remonstrance against these proceedings, and has got a large number to sign it."
"Abraham Bishop is warmly opposed to these prosecutions." [The late prosecutions in the district court,] "and presumes not to disguise his sentiments even before Federalists. His language is this: "It is a most shameful thing for Republicans, who have complained so bitterly of the prosecutions against Osborn, to pursue the same course that they themselves have so reprobated." He has drawn up a remonstrance against these proceedings, and has got a large number to sign it."
Hartford, Oct. 15.
Hartford, Oct. 15.
Last Thursday the Honorable General Assembly of this State convened at New-Haven. The House of Representatives made choice of the Hon. JOHN C. SMITH, Esq. for their Speaker, and LYMAN LAW, and URIEL HOLMES, jun. Esqrs. Clerks.
Last Thursday the Honorable General Assembly of this State convened at New-Haven. The House of Representatives made choice of the Hon. JOHN C. SMITH, Esq. for their Speaker, and LYMAN LAW, and URIEL HOLMES, jun. Esqrs. Clerks.
THE GOVERNOR'S SPEECH.
THE GOVERNOR'S SPEECH.
Gentlemen of the Council, Mr. Speaker, and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives, IN a former communication which I had the honor to make to the Legislature, I took the liberty to recommend to their attention, our statute provision of Work-Houses, for the correction and punishment of vicious, disorderly and idle persons, whose crimes and misdemeanors are difficult to be reached by other means. This subject has several times been under consideration, but not matured into system. It is a subject of much importance to the welfare of the community, as well as salutary mean of preserving the morals and good conduct of that class of persons, who by their follies and vices become fit subjects for such correction. It is much to be wished, and would I trust be very acceptable to our constituents, that some plan, either on an extended or more limited scale, should be adopted by the Legislature, for the attainment of this object.
Gentlemen of the Council, Mr. Speaker, and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives, IN a former communication which I had the honor to make to the Legislature, I took the liberty to recommend to their attention, our statute provision of Work-Houses, for the correction and punishment of vicious, disorderly and idle persons, whose crimes and misdemeanors are difficult to be reached by other means. This subject has several times been under consideration, but not matured into system. It is a subject of much importance to the welfare of the community, as well as salutary mean of preserving the morals and good conduct of that class of persons, who by their follies and vices become fit subjects for such correction. It is much to be wished, and would I trust be very acceptable to our constituents, that some plan, either on an extended or more limited scale, should be adopted by the Legislature, for the attainment of this object.
The liberal bounty of the State which has been extended to the important institution of Yale College, has been employed by the Corporation, for the improvement of that Seminary, in its buildings and accommodations for the students, and for the furnishing it with a valuable library, and apparatus for the instruction of the youth of our Citizens. This disposition of the monies of the state, will I trust, prove a lasting monument to their generosity, be highly useful to the future instruction of our children in the various branches of science, and remain a durable blessing for many generations to come. The Chemical apparatus particularly which has been lately obtained thro' the personal agency of the ingenious Professor in that branch, will it is hoped, among other useful discoveries, be attended with peculiar benefit in our agricultural pursuits, by extending our knowledge of the principles of vegetation, and the various admixtures of substances for the amelioration of our different soils, and their preparations for the several crops most suited to their respective qualities.
The liberal bounty of the State which has been extended to the important institution of Yale College, has been employed by the Corporation, for the improvement of that Seminary, in its buildings and accommodations for the students, and for the furnishing it with a valuable library, and apparatus for the instruction of the youth of our Citizens. This disposition of the monies of the state, will I trust, prove a lasting monument to their generosity, be highly useful to the future instruction of our children in the various branches of science, and remain a durable blessing for many generations to come. The Chemical apparatus particularly which has been lately obtained thro' the personal agency of the ingenious Professor in that branch, will it is hoped, among other useful discoveries, be attended with peculiar benefit in our agricultural pursuits, by extending our knowledge of the principles of vegetation, and the various admixtures of substances for the amelioration of our different soils, and their preparations for the several crops most suited to their respective qualities.
The flourishing condition of our State, in its
The flourishing condition of our State, in its
agriculture, navigation, trade, fisheries, manufactures, arts and various improvements, is a matter of gratitude to the Great Author of all our favors, and of special gratitude to the Citizens of the State. Our wish and endeavor will be to afford our aid, so far as may fall within our power, that these sources of our wealth and happiness, may be continued and extended with increasing improvements and benefit.
agriculture, navigation, trade, fisheries, manufactures, arts and various improvements, is a matter of gratitude to the Great Author of all our favors, and of special gratitude to the Citizens of the State. Our wish and endeavor will be to afford our aid, so far as may fall within our power, that these sources of our wealth and happiness, may be continued and extended with increasing improvements and benefit.
The time of service in Congress of Mr. Tracy, one of the Senators from this State in the Senate of the U. S. being nearly expired, the Legislature will probably think it expedient to make a new appointment, during the present session, to supply the vacancy which will take place in March next.
The time of service in Congress of Mr. Tracy, one of the Senators from this State in the Senate of the U. S. being nearly expired, the Legislature will probably think it expedient to make a new appointment, during the present session, to supply the vacancy which will take place in March next.
In order to complete the provisions of the act passed at the last session, making a new organization of the Superior Court of this State, the Legislature will recollect the appointment to be made of three additional Judges to that Court, to make the number mentioned in that act.
In order to complete the provisions of the act passed at the last session, making a new organization of the Superior Court of this State, the Legislature will recollect the appointment to be made of three additional Judges to that Court, to make the number mentioned in that act.
No public correspondence has occurred during our late recess to gain the special attention of the legislature. Our own internal interests and concerns will occupy your consideration during the present session.
No public correspondence has occurred during our late recess to gain the special attention of the legislature. Our own internal interests and concerns will occupy your consideration during the present session.
J. TRUMBULL.
J. TRUMBULL.
NEW-YORK, October 18.
NEW-YORK, October 18.
General MOREAU is expected in town in a few days. He has taken a house in Broadway, and intends to make this city his future residence.
General MOREAU is expected in town in a few days. He has taken a house in Broadway, and intends to make this city his future residence.
Liberty of the Press —The author of the following paper never writes on principle without communicating to the public something which, if not new, is told in a new way. The liberty of the press is a subject of the first importance. He would gratify me and I have no doubt render an essential service to the community by publishing at large his thoughts upon it. N. Y. Amer. Citizen.
Liberty of the Press —The author of the following paper never writes on principle without communicating to the public something which, if not new, is told in a new way. The liberty of the press is a subject of the first importance. He would gratify me and I have no doubt render an essential service to the community by publishing at large his thoughts upon it. N. Y. Amer. Citizen.
Of the term "Liberty of the Press."
Of the term "Liberty of the Press."
The writer of this remembers a remark made to him by Mr. Jefferson concerning the English Newspapers which at that time, 1787, while Mr. Jefferson was Minister at Paris, were most vulgarly abusive. The remark applies with equal force to the federal papers of America. The remark was, that "the licentiousness of the press produces the same effect as the restraint of the press was intended to do. The restraint, said he, was to prevent things being 'told,' and the licentiousness of the press prevents things being believed when they are 'told.' We have in this state an evidence of the truth of this remark. The number of federal papers in the city and state of New-York are more than five to one to the number of republican papers, yet the majority of the elections go always against the federal papers, which is demonstrative evidence that the licentiousness of those papers is destitute of credit.
The writer of this remembers a remark made to him by Mr. Jefferson concerning the English Newspapers which at that time, 1787, while Mr. Jefferson was Minister at Paris, were most vulgarly abusive. The remark applies with equal force to the federal papers of America. The remark was, that "the licentiousness of the press produces the same effect as the restraint of the press was intended to do. The restraint, said he, was to prevent things being 'told,' and the licentiousness of the press prevents things being believed when they are 'told.' We have in this state an evidence of the truth of this remark. The number of federal papers in the city and state of New-York are more than five to one to the number of republican papers, yet the majority of the elections go always against the federal papers, which is demonstrative evidence that the licentiousness of those papers is destitute of credit.
Whoever has made observations on the characters of nations will find it generally true, that the manners of a nation, or of a party, can be better ascertained from the character of its press than from any other public circumstance. If its press is licentious, its manners are not good. Nobody believes a common liar, or a common liar.
Whoever has made observations on the characters of nations will find it generally true, that the manners of a nation, or of a party, can be better ascertained from the character of its press than from any other public circumstance. If its press is licentious, its manners are not good. Nobody believes a common liar, or a common liar.
Nothing is more common with Printers, especially of Newspapers, than the continual cry of the liberty of the press , as if, because they are Printers they are to have more privileges than other people. As the term " liberty of the press " is adopted in this country without being understood, I will state the origin of it and shew what it means. The term comes from England and the case was as follows.
Nothing is more common with Printers, especially of Newspapers, than the continual cry of the liberty of the press , as if, because they are Printers they are to have more privileges than other people. As the term " liberty of the press " is adopted in this country without being understood, I will state the origin of it and shew what it means. The term comes from England and the case was as follows.
Prior to what is called in England the revolution , which was in 1688, no work could be published in that country without first obtaining the permission of an officer appointed by the government for inspecting works intended for publication. The same was the case in France, except that in France there were forty who were called censors , and in England there was but one called Imprimatur .
Prior to what is called in England the revolution , which was in 1688, no work could be published in that country without first obtaining the permission of an officer appointed by the government for inspecting works intended for publication. The same was the case in France, except that in France there were forty who were called censors , and in England there was but one called Imprimatur .
At the revolution the office of Imprimatur was abolished and as works could then be published without first obtaining the permission of the government officer, the press was, in consequence of that abolition, said to be free, and it was from this circumstance that the term liberty of the press arose. The press, which is a tongue to the eye, was then put exactly in the case of the human tongue. A man does not ask liberty before hand to say something he has a mind to say, but he becomes answerable afterwards for the atrocity he may utter. In like manner, if a man makes the press utter atrocious things, he becomes as answerable for them as if he had uttered them by word of mouth. Mr. Jefferson has said in his inaugural speech, that " error of opinion might be tolerated when reason was left free to combat it ." This is sound philosophy in cases of error. But there is a difference between error and licentiousness. Some lawyers in defending their clients (for the generality of lawyers like Swift's soldiers will fight on either side) have often given their opinion of what they defined the liberty of the press to be. One said it was this, another said it was that, and so on, according to the case they were pleading. Now these men ought to have known that the term, liberty of the press , arose from a fact , the abolition of the office of Imprimatur , and that opinion has nothing to do in the case. The term refers to the fact of Printing free from prior restraint , and not at all to the matter Printed whether good or bad. The public at large, or in case of prosecution, a jury of the country will be the judges of the matter.
At the revolution the office of Imprimatur was abolished and as works could then be published without first obtaining the permission of the government officer, the press was, in consequence of that abolition, said to be free, and it was from this circumstance that the term liberty of the press arose. The press, which is a tongue to the eye, was then put exactly in the case of the human tongue. A man does not ask liberty before hand to say something he has a mind to say, but he becomes answerable afterwards for the atrocity he may utter. In like manner, if a man makes the press utter atrocious things, he becomes as answerable for them as if he had uttered them by word of mouth. Mr. Jefferson has said in his inaugural speech, that " error of opinion might be tolerated when reason was left free to combat it ." This is sound philosophy in cases of error. But there is a difference between error and licentiousness. Some lawyers in defending their clients (for the generality of lawyers like Swift's soldiers will fight on either side) have often given their opinion of what they defined the liberty of the press to be. One said it was this, another said it was that, and so on, according to the case they were pleading. Now these men ought to have known that the term, liberty of the press , arose from a fact , the abolition of the office of Imprimatur , and that opinion has nothing to do in the case. The term refers to the fact of Printing free from prior restraint , and not at all to the matter Printed whether good or bad. The public at large, or in case of prosecution, a jury of the country will be the judges of the matter.
COMMON SENSE.
COMMON SENSE.
A letter from an officer belonging to the expedition under General Miranda to his brother in this city, dated at Aruba on the 3d August, says that the expedition failed from Trinidad on the 24th of July, and consisted of the Leander , the Lily sloop of war, the English government brigs Express and Attentive , the Schooner Prevost , 2 gun boats carrying each a 24 pounder, and an American brig with provisions. They arrived at the Bay of La Vela de Coro on the 1st of August, and anchored within seven or eight miles to leeward of the city. On the morning of the 3d they landed to the number of 150, and took the place in half an hour, although defended by 15 pieces of artillery, 400 infantry, and some cavalry. After remaining here 4 or 5 days, waiting in vain for news from the interior, and being in want of water, the expedition re-embarked for Aruba to procure a supply. In the mean time General Miranda dispatched a vessel to Admiral Cochrane on the Barbadoes Station, and to Admiral Dacres, to inform them of these proceedings, and to obtain troops, he having heard that the Duke of Kent had arrived at Jamaica with a force of 10,000 men, part of them destined to assist him. The report of the execution of the officers taken in Miranda's two schooners, and that the other prisoners had been sent to the mines, had been received at Aruba, but no credit was attached to it. The letter adds, "We expect in a few days to hear from Admirals Cochrane and Dacres in the north."
A letter from an officer belonging to the expedition under General Miranda to his brother in this city, dated at Aruba on the 3d August, says that the expedition failed from Trinidad on the 24th of July, and consisted of the Leander , the Lily sloop of war, the English government brigs Express and Attentive , the Schooner Prevost , 2 gun boats carrying each a 24 pounder, and an American brig with provisions. They arrived at the Bay of La Vela de Coro on the 1st of August, and anchored within seven or eight miles to leeward of the city. On the morning of the 3d they landed to the number of 150, and took the place in half an hour, although defended by 15 pieces of artillery, 400 infantry, and some cavalry. After remaining here 4 or 5 days, waiting in vain for news from the interior, and being in want of water, the expedition re-embarked for Aruba to procure a supply. In the mean time General Miranda dispatched a vessel to Admiral Cochrane on the Barbadoes Station, and to Admiral Dacres, to inform them of these proceedings, and to obtain troops, he having heard that the Duke of Kent had arrived at Jamaica with a force of 10,000 men, part of them destined to assist him. The report of the execution of the officers taken in Miranda's two schooners, and that the other prisoners had been sent to the mines, had been received at Aruba, but no credit was attached to it. The letter adds, "We expect in a few days to hear from Admirals Cochrane and Dacres in the north."

favourable way, and then to leave this Island for a part of the Main, more convenient and nearer to our Spanish friends than La Vela or Coro. From all the various information we obtained, there is now I think, no doubt of the success of Miranda, at least in the province of Caracas, which is one of the most rich and valuable of all the provinces in Spanish America. The frigate Galatia has just joined us—the Oprey is expected too every hour, besides some other vessels. Since we arrived here a fever has appeared among the crew of our ship; one man died last evening, and there are about 50 now sick.” Merc. Adv.
NEW-JERSEY CONGRESS ELECTION.
TRENTON, October 20. From what we have yet learnt, we presume that
HENRY SOUTHARD, WILLIAM HELMS, JOHN LAMBERT, EZRA DARBY, JAMES SLOAN, THOMAS NEWBOLD,
the gentlemen composing the Republican ticket, are elected by a large majority. In this town, the Federalists supported the following Congressional Candidates, namely, Aaron Ogden, John Beatty, George C. Maxwell, Ebenezer Elmer, William Helms and Adam Boyd. As Federalists consider Republicans, they can yet contend to make use of them when they think it will subserve their purposes. True Amer.
PHILADELPHIA, October 21.
ELECTION OF MAYOR. —This morning an election for Mayor of this city was held by the Select and Common Council; when ROBERT WHARTON, Esq. was duly elected.
DOMESTIC MANUFACTURES. —We have the pleasure to state, that a domestic manufacture of flannel from American wool is commenced, and that the produce of this new branch of manufacture will soon be for sale at the Warehouse for the sale of domestic manufactures, in South Third Street.
Several southern gentlemen have entered into engagements for the clothing of their laborers with American manufactured coarse linens, woollens and frizes.
It is remarkable that the colours of our American printed calicoes , are so much superior to the English, as almost to exclude the latter from the market.
The colours of American calicoes are all fixed and will wash, and the patterns are equal to any of foreign manufacture.
A considerable supply of American linens of excellent quality has been lately deposited at the domestic manufacture warehouse—it is the produce of the soil and industry of Pennsylvania from beyond the Allegheny Ridge—and they are cheaper in quality & quantity than any German or other foreign goods imported. Aurora.
THE SHIP NEW-JERSEY.
The case of this ship, better known by the title of the case of Nicklin and Griffith, in the course of the last year, was employed by the enemies of the executive of the United States, and of the peace of this country, to produce discord and discontent through the union. A war of the danger of trusting to partial evidence and confident that the chief magistrate of the union would not suffer a minister at a foreign court to hold a station which he was capable of abusing so greatly as Mr. Armstrong was charged, and believing too, from a personal knowledge of general Armstrong, that his lofty and unbending spirit would not stoop to nor brook dishonor, we maintained an inflexible silence on the subject of the accusations laid against the ambassador.
A pamphlet has just appeared, it bears the imprint of Philadelphia it is a fervid and indignant reply to the publications against Mr. Armstrong. The author's name is not mentioned, but it is evidently some person in Mr. Armstrong's confidence, and glowing with indignation zeal in the cause of his friend. There is some asperity mixed with the vindication. Aurora.
WASHINGTON, October 22.
It has been found impracticable to get ready the south wing of the Capitol for the reception of the House of Representatives at the meeting of the ensuing session of Congress. The obstacle has been the impossibility of getting, from a quarry which admits the working but of a limited number of hands, so many very large blocks of stone, without a flaw, as were necessary to bind together the heads of the columns encircling the area of the chamber. Till this was completed, the roof could not be put on, and until it is covered in, the plastering of the interior cannot be begun. Nat. Int.
Gabriel Christie, Esq. has been appointed collector of the port of Baltimore.
NASHVILLE, September 20.
Col. Burr arrived in town last evening.
THE SUBSCRIBER,
Has just received a handsome assortment of CHINA, China Glazed and Crockery WARE, and very soon expects a handsome parcel of Glass to assort what he has now on hand; he has also received on consignment Antigua and New-England Rum by the puncheon, London particular Teneriffe Wine by the pipe, Teas by the chest, and men's fine Hats by the box, which articles will be sold low for cash, or on the usual credit for negotiable paper.
He has on hand a general assortment of Groceries, among which are Brown Sugar & Coffee by the hhd. and bbl. Salt by the sack, Shad, Canned Herring, & Tarr by the bbl. and northern Potatoes, loofe and in bbl. Vinegar, Claret and Port Wine in boxes of one and two dozen bottles each, Cordials, Olives, Capers and Anchovies, also in boxes; and he keeps constantly a large supply of Philadelphia-bottled and draught Porter and Ale, and Beer in barrels.
He has lately rented the Brick Warehouse on the cross-street leading from the Brick-Row immediately to the Basin, which has been occupied for many years by Messrs. Pickett, Pollard and Johnson. He will be glad to receive on storage Flour and other country produce at the ordinary rates.
DANIEL TRIPLETT.
Oct. 28. 6w.
TO BE SOLD FOR CASH,
ON Saturday the 8th November, at the Store door of the subscriber: The residue of the estate of John Watkins, dec'd. consisting chiefly of household and kitchen furniture, a negro Man and a negro Woman. All persons having claims against said estate are requested to bring them forward on or before the day of sale, and those indebted will please make immediate payment, as the subscriber intends closing his Administration as quick as possible after the sale is made.
J. F. ROBERTSON.
Manchester, Oct. 28. 319
The Enquirer.
RICHMOND, 28th OCTOBER.
Liberty of the Press. —Mr. Paine, in the short essay under the signature of COMMON SENSE, which we have ventured to ascribe to his pen, has undertaken to “state the origin” of this familiar expression, and to “show what it means.” He asserts that “the term, liberty of the press , arose from a FACT; the abolition of the office of Imprimatur .” & that it virtually means no more than to be “free from (all) prior restraints .” Mr. Paine's definition appears to us to be thoroughly incorrect, and his arguments exceedingly hostile to the proper liberty of the press.
First as to his definition.—It seems to us contrary to the true genius of any language to define the present meaning of any word or phrase, by its original acceptance. Innumerable instances may be adduced of a progressive variation in the meaning of words. Take for example the word, federalist ; Mr. Madison was once a federalist according to the original acceptance of the word; but will any man now presume to call him a federalist , according to its present received meaning ?
The etymology of a word is not always a correct mode of determining its existing meaning . It may in most cases be an approximation towards the truth; but it fails in so many, that in no case can it be relied upon with unerring certainty.
The most correct mode is to appeal to the familiar use of the word, as it is generally used in the most intelligent books and conversations. But there is no term or no expression, of which the chances of variation are so strikingly numerous, as that of the liberty of the press . It must vary in different countries, with the freedom or despotism of their political institutions. It must vary at different times in the same country, as the rights of the people become better understood, or the power of the government becomes more extensive.
Hence it is, that under the fluctuating government of England, the Jury have sometimes exercised the right of judging both of the law and the fact of libel; and at other times, they have been confined to the mere fact of publishing: thus enlarging the privileges of the publisher and the consequent liberty of the press, in the one case, and abridging them in the other.
Hence too it happens, that under the suspicious despotism of England, the truth is no justification of a libel, nor an abatement of the punishment; and hence the famous paradox of Lord Mansfield, that the greater the truth, the greater the libel; while in the most enlightened of the American States, the truth is the safest defence of innocence, both in private prosecutions and in public prosecutions.
These distinctions are sufficient to show that the liberty of the press may be essentially different in two cases, even though there exists in both no prior restraints . Where this freedom exists, the true point of difference must consist, the different degrees of exemption in which are enjoyed, from subsequent restraints .
It is the peculiar prerogative of the press in this country, that there are fewer subsequent restraints imposed upon it, than in any country in the world which enjoys its blessings. The libeller is not only entitled to a speedy & impartial trial by a jury, who are privileged to judge of the law as well as of the fact, but he is in all private prosecutions as well as in some public prosecutions, entitled to give the truth for his justification. Whatever difference exists as to the latter privilege, simply arises from the difference in the law of libel which exists in the different states of this country.
In such a free country as our own, therefore, the liberty of the press not only “means” a “freedom from all prior restraints ,” but a freedom from many of the subsequent restraints , which circumscribe its operation in the most enlightened countries of Europe. Free as the English press is now and ever has been since the revolution of 1688, we have never considered the press of England as worthy of the dignified name, which we have appropriated to our own. Can Mr. Paine think that the English press enjoys, what he would denominate, its liberty? Did he deem the press of England free, when his celebrated “Rights of Man” was subjected to the rigors of a judicial prosecution?
As to the argument, which Mr. Paine seems to infer from this definition, or which might be inferred by an ingenious logician from his loose mode of expression, it is as feeble as the definition is false. Mr. Paine would certainly shrink from any definition which exposed him to the absurdity of saying, that the liberty of the press was sufficiently great, so long as it was free from any prior restraints .
If this be not Mr. Paine's opinion, it is to be lamented that he should have employed a phraseology so loose as would have authorised the inference. It is to be lamented, that a mind so powerful and commanding as that of Mr. Paine's, a mind that gives law to so many others, should not always deliver its opinions in the most explicit and luminous manner.
But if this be really Mr. Paine's opinion, it would be almost unnecessary to multiply any arguments against it. It would be almost a sufficient refutation, that it is the very same definition and one of the very arguments which was employed by the Federalists in their vindication of the edition act. The good sense of the people of this country, will for ever reject such empty sophisms.
They know, says the celebrated Mackintosh, that “the offence of a political libel is of a very peculiar nature, and differing in the most important particulars from all other crime. In all other cases, the most severe execution of law can only spread terror among the guilty, but in political libels it inspires even the innocent with fear. This striking peculiarity arises from the same circumstances which make it impossible to define the limits of libel and innocent discussion—which make it impossible for a man of the purest and most honorable mind to be always certain, whether he be within the territory of fair argument and honest narrative, or whether he may not have unwittingly overstepped the faint and varying line which bounds them. But we will go further. This is the only offence where severe and frequent punishments not only intimidate the innocent, but deter men from the most meritorious acts, and from rendering the most important services to their country. They indolent and disqualify men for the discharge of the most sacred duties which they owe to mankind. To inform the public on the conduct of those who administer public affairs, requires courage and conscientious security. It is always an invidious and obnoxious office, but it is often the most necessary of all public duties. If it is not done boldly, it cannot be done effectually, and it is not from writers trembling under the uplifted scourge, that we are to hope for it.”
Let the federal press pour forth the venom of their spleen in the most unlicensed effusions against the administration. They will utter,
it is true, many positive falsehoods, many most atrocious libel, many strong provocatives to legal prosecution. But what of that? They will share the same agonising disappointment which has hitherto accompanied all their labours. After having lost all their character, with which they commenced their career, they will but serve to ennoble the character of those whom they attack.
It has been said in England, and it was once believed here, that the press could write down any ministry which ever existed. But behold the refutation of this boasted apothegm! After all the attacks which have been lavished upon Mr. Jefferson's administration for six years; after having wasted every species of scurrility and defamation, which malice and ingenuity could supply; after having penetrated into the most secret recesses of his life, and scanned every measure of his public life for forty odd years; his enemies find him more firmly fixed than ever in the confidence and affections of his countrymen. “The majority of the elections go always against the federal papers, which is demonstrative evidence that the licentiousness of those papers are destitute of credit.”
No doubt—this unbounded licentiousness of the Federal press is productive of injury. True—it tends to debase the manners of our people, and to misrepresent our opinions in the view of foreign countries. But far better is it to tolerate these abuses, than to circumscribe the advantages of a free press. Far better is it that even our manners should be tainted by this federal scurrility; far better that Mr. Merry should sometimes have an argument for representing us as tame spectators of his country's injustice, or that the little Marquis Yrujo should represent us, though the medium of these federal flanders, as the exclusive enemies of our court; than that we should lay the hand of power upon the press. If our manners be debased by scurrility, they are dignified by the independence, which a free press secures. If our federal press misrepresent our sentiments, our foreign ministers may generally remove the impression.
Upon that celebrated principle, therefore, that “ error of opinion might be tolerated when reason was left free to combat it ,” a principle which Mr. Paine seems in one case to have abandoned by his over-refined distinction “between error and licentiousness;” it is consistently believed that the present administration will for ever act. May it never be abandoned by the Republican party throughout the union! Their conduct has hitherto formed a most honorable contrast to that of their opponents, during their famous reign of terror .
That a late federal grand jury of Connecticut has ever forgotten this celebrated principle, is a subject of the sincerest regret. But it was not altogether surprising, that guided by the presecutions of their opponents, they should attempt to retaliate in the federal court, the uniform injuries which they had suffered from a state inquisition. It is only an additional proof, that men when they are oppressed by their fellows, will be hurried beyond the strict limits of principle.
What, in fact, is the remedy for the licentiousness of the press? The history of every political institution has clearly ascertained that it is not the law .
An Agrarian law was enacted in Rome, to remedy the inequality of property; but it was evaded.
Sumptuary laws have been fulminated in different countries against luxury; but they too, have been evaded.
Religion itself has been regulated by law, but the United States have proved that toleration is the true policy.
A grand experiment is now making upon the liberty of the press; and the United States will have the honor of placing this illustrious problem beyond the sophistries of fear or the sophistries of tyranny. A republic will thus enjoy the honor of establishing two of the greatest problems that can be devised for the happiness of the world. It will prove, that under a republican government, religion and the press may be free; and it will prove, that religion and the press can scarcely be free, but under a republican government.
The true remedy for the licentiousness of our press, is to be found, (as in all other cases, where the government cannot interfere,) in the enlightened control of individuals . If the people will patronize no papers, but such as are distinguished by the fidelity of their statements and the gentility of their style, the scurilous and licentious papers must soon disappear. Another remedy will most assuredly be found in the improved character of their conductors. May we not venture to hope that the time is not far distant in this country, when men will assume the office of an editor, with talents and with manners worthy of their high calling? Franklin and Condorcet were editors; and why should we despair that the race of such men is exhausted?
FRENCH FEDERATIVE SYSTEM. —Much light is thrown on Bonaparte's plan of federation, by the important State Paper which we this day publish. The 4th, 10th, 12th, 28th, 36th and 38th articles, explain the kind and degree of authority, which the French Emperor has as yet assumed over these federative states. His uncle, cardinal Fesch, the Electoral Arch Chancellor, is to be President of the federal diet, to be assembled at Frankfort:
The “Emperor Napoleon,” is to be “proclaimed Protector of the confederation,” and one of the privileges attached to this office is, to “appoint the successor to this Prince Primate as often as he dies.”
The article which declares that “every Continental war in which either of the two parties shall engage, shall become general ,” completely places the military force of the federate states, at the disposal of France. These contingencies are to be furnished in the proportion of 200,000 men from France, and 63,000 from the confederates.
But the purse as well as the sword may be placed in the hands of France: since the article which defines “the rights of sovereignty,” has given the dict a control over the contributions as well as military contributions of the sovereignties . As to this dict , no man can doubt that it must be a mere machine in Bonaparte's hands.
It follows from this spacious arrangement, that the military force of the federated states is completely incorporated with the force of France; that in all that respects her foreign relations, these seemingly independent states are but so many dependent provinces of France. There is no Rhine ; and the military boundaries of France are extended into the heart of Germany. Yet has Bonaparte still the hardihood to assert, that “he never will extend the boundaries of France beyond the Rhine.”
But the influence of Bonaparte is not even to be bounded by these existing arrangements. There is no defining how far the military limits of his empire may extend so long as the temptation to join the confederation is held out to the surrounding powers. Let it be observed, that “the contracting parties” are to “accept of the concurrence of any other German Princes and Powers to the Confederation, if not
found to be contrary to the general interests of those already confederated.” What is this but avowing, that as any as choose to offer their services, will be readily accepted? What is this, in fact, but lifting the standard of defection to every petty Prince and Power of Germany; persuading them to abandon their present sovereign and to join in the “League of the Rhine”?
Two advantages will result to France herself from such an arrangement. It will not merely augment her own military resources and perhaps the resources of her treasury; but it will in the same proportion, subtract from the resources of her continental rivals. But will Austria; will Prussia herself thank the Emperor of France, for holding out this invitation to the neighbouring Princes; backed, and brought into effect, as it will necessarily be by his own influence and the intrigues of the politic Talleyrand? “The Emperor of Austria” may expect to lose, one after the other, all the “Germanic provinces and states of the Empire,” which he still desires to “incorporate with his Austrian States.” And as to Prussia, she may relinquish all the hopes she may have entertained of forming a “confederation of the North,” similar to the “League of the Rhine.” Bonaparte may have entertained his ally with this splendid project; but it was most probably for the purposes of deception. It may have been only a sweet cake thrown out to this Prussian Cerberus, to lull his vigilance to sleep. Meanwhile his own project may have advanced to its completion, and it may ultimately embrace these very acquisitions, which had lulled the jealousy of his ally.
It is ridiculous, therefore, to prescribe limits to this French Federative System . Hesse, Saxony, and all the surrounding States of Germany may soon be covered by its shade. The military empire of France will then meet no limits, until it touches the borders of Prussia and of hereditary Austria.
* The language of his late letter of resignation to the Diet of Ratibon.
THE NEXT PRESIDENT. —We predicted that the republicans of New-York would imitate the Example of the Ward Meetings of Philadelphia, and the event has exactly verified our prediction.
On the 18th inst. a meeting of the REPUBLICAN GENERAL COMMITTEE,* was held at Martling's long room, in the city of N. York, at which they came to the following resolution:
“Resolved unanimously, that it be recommended to our Republican fellow-Citizens of the ninth Ward to convene on Tuesday Evening next , the 21st instant and to the other respective Wards on Wednesday Evening next , the 22nd instant, for the purpose of appointing a General Committee to consist of twenty-one Delegates from each ward, to prepare, sign, and transmit a respectful and earnest address to THOMAS JEFFERSON, President of the United States, requesting him to consent to be a candidate at the next election for that important office, which he at present fills with honor and dignity to himself and useful to his country.”
“Resolved unanimously, that the committee to be appointed by the respective wards be requested to assemble at Martling's Tavern, on Friday Evening next , the 24th instant, at six o'clock precisely, and that they also be requested to prepare and sign an address to our republican fellow-citizens of the different counties in this state requesting their co-operation and influence in promoting the particular object of this meeting.”
* Is this a standing committee, or one merely appointed for the removal of “some pressing and momentary evil?” If it be the former, we consider such associations at war with the genuine principles of republicanism and of reason .
To such of the republicans in New-York as advocate this drilling system, we particularly recommend the chapter on “ political associations ,” in the first vol. of the “ Political Justice .” No doubt Mr. Wortman has the book in his Library.
An expression escaped us, during the hurry of composition for our last paper, which is susceptible of a meaning that we did not intend to convey.—Speaking of Alcibiades, we called it a “little production.” We meant only to refer to the length of a production, which had excited so much discussion in the federal prints.
MARRIED.
On Thursday evening last, by the Rev. John Linsley, Mr. ALEXANDER GEORGE, to the amiable Miss POLLEY GARTHRIET, both of Henrico County.
Sales at Auction.
TO-MORROW, will be sold by the Subscribers, without reserve, for notes at 60 days, negotiable at the bank, with approved indorsers:
20 hogheads } Good Sugar. 30 Barrels } 25 Barrels Shad, } For Cash. 30 Do. Herrings, } 1000 lbs. Soal Leather, } Darmsdatt, Foster & Satchell, Auctioneers.
THE Subscribers, under the firm of Darmsdatt, Foster and Satchell , have opened an AUCTION & COMMISSION STORE , at the foot of the Bridge, where they will sell publicly, on every Wednesday and Saturday morning. JOSEPH DARMSDATT, JOHN FOSTER, JOHN SATCHELL.
AT PRIVATE SALE:
40 hogheads } Brown Sugar. 66 barrels } 2 pipes London particular Madeira Wine, 6 tiers Old Apple Brandy, 8 pipes Hollands Gin, 2 cases German Sheetings, 2 do. do. Dowlas, 1 do. do. Plattillas, 1 bale Hessian, 3 do. India Cottons.—And by the first arrivals from Liverpool, they will receive a large supply of coarse Woollens and Crockery Ware. Darmsdatt, Foster & Satchell , Richmond, Oct. 28, 1806. (ep4w)
THE Subscriber, has taken the Store lately occupied by Granberry and Hancock, where he offers for sale at reduced prices, 3 Bales blue Cloths } A consignment from the 1 Bale assorted Flannels } Manufacturer. Also—A few bales of India piece Goods. JAMES SMITH. October 28. tf.
FOR RENT,
And possession given immediately: THE HOUSE and LOT belonging to the estate of William Elliott, dec'd. on the Hill near the Swan-Tavern. The House is very convenient for a genteel family, a good garden, smoke-house, &c. For terms apply to Robert Hyde or Wm. M'Kim. ROBERT HYDE, acting Exec d of William Elliott, dec'd. October 14. tf.
JOHN SOUTHGATE.
AT the house lately occupied by Messrs. Thomas and Amos Ladd, and directly opposite the Union Tavern, offers for sale, a pretty general assortment of
FALL GOODS,
Well worth the attention of country dealers.—Cash, country produce, or approved paper will be received in payment.
ALSO FOR SALE, AS ABOVE,
London Particular, Madeira Wine in pipes; and a few boxes Martinique Cordials. October 28. (tf)
UNION TAVERN.
THE Subscriber is prepared to furnish genteel accommodations for twenty members of Assembly. October 28. PETER MOSELEY. tf.
WANTED
to hire immediately, a Negro Girl or Woman, for the purpose principally to take care of a child; an old Woman would be preferred. For one who can come well recommended, for fidelity, liberal wages will be paid per month or year. Enquire at this Office. October 28. St.
EDUCATION.
THE Subscriber, making his sincere acknowledgments to those gentlemen who have manifested their confidence in him as a teacher of youth, proposes to continue his School, at the same place, the ensuing year.
In this Seminary, youth will be instructed in Reading, Writing and Arithmetic; the English Grammar and the principles of Language; Geography and the use of the Globes; Practical Mathematics, and the Elements of Natural Philosophy.
That the business of the School may progress with more ease to himself, and advantage to his pupils, the Subscriber will not admit more than 16, should he teach alone; or 22, if he should have an assistant.
The price of board and tuition, (each boarder furnishing his own bed) will be £ 28 for boys under fifteen years of age; and £ 30 for those who exceed that age: thirty Dollars of the price to be paid in advance, and the balance at the expiration of the term, which will commence about the 20th of January, and end about the 10th of December following. ANDREW BROADBUDS. Caroline, Oct. 28. 2w4t.
EDUCATION.
DURING the ensuing year, R. L. Bohannon will continue and pursue the professional instruction of youth in the town of Port-Royal. His course of instruction comprehends Latin Grammar, English Prology, the art of reading, Arithmetic, Geography with the use of the globes and maps, Mathematics, and the principles of some of the most useful and curious branches of Natural Philosophy. With respect to the importance and utility of those branches of learning that form his course of education, it would be chimerical in him to enter into any disquisition, since they are obviously the foundation on which youth may, place their future usefulness and esteem. As afforded satisfactory evidence to the parents and guardians of those young gentlemen whom he may have under his care, of the improvement which his pupils derive from his course of instruction, he will continue to pursue his adopted plan of causing his pupils to undergo annually a public examination in the studies in which they may have been respectively engaged; this plan, besides the satisfaction that it may exclusively afford to the parent or guardian, will (he thinks) ever be a powerful incentive to create ardor, and new vigor to the mind, & above all, to produce in the breasts of his pupils, a laudable and praiseworthy emulation to excel. It is his most ardent desire, the primary objects of his labours, and the strongest motive for his most zealous devotion, to develop amongst his pupils new genius of intellectual activity, and at the same time to point out the objects to which this activity may be the most usefully directed. He deems himself an ardent lover of industry and proper improvement of time, it shall be one of his most eager concerns to inculcate habits of intellectual activity in the youthful mind, for he is impressed with a belief that however great the talents and genius of youth may be, without the activity for exerting them, they will be unavailable, pine, decay and perish. As it shall be one of his most zealous concerns to rear the tender mind to habits of industry and application, so will he deter youth from frequenting pleasure parties, pursuing frivolous amusements, and such other pernicious habits that they may have previously acquired; the great foes to virtue, health and happiness; such habits that encourage violent passions, and sink the native vigor of youth into contemptible effeminacy and apathy.
For such of his pupils that may attend exclusively to the art of Reading and Arithmetic, his charge for tuition will be eight dollars per quarter. To those who may attend other branches of learning, his charge will be ten dollars per quarter.
N. B. His School will commence on the second Monday in January, 1807. Port-Royal, October 28, 1806. 5m.
Just Received and For Sale at the Enquirer Book-Store, the following
PATENT MEDICINES:
ANDERSON'S Pills, } Essence Peppermint, Hooper's do. } Do. Mustard, Church's Cough Drops, } Haerlem Oil, Turlington's Balsam, } Tincture for the Teeth, British Oil, } Tooth Powder, Stoughton's Bitters, } Ching's Wcm Lozenges, Godfrey's Cordial, } Windsor Soap, &c. &c. Bateman's Drops, } October 14.
FOR SALE,
TWO Half Acre LOTS, on the Main-street, immediately opposite Mr. John Graham's, being half of Alexander Quarrier's square. Any person inclined to purchase any part of this property, may be accommodated with any number of feet required. The terms of sale will be half cash, the balance in 3, 6, & 9 months; good negotiable notes endorsed, or any authenticated claims against the said Quarrier, will be taken in payment. THOMAS NORVELL. October 10. tf.
FOR SALE,
A TRACT of LAND, in Albemarle County; on the waters of Buck Island Creek, on the south side of the Rivanna River, containing by survey four hundred and seventy acres, patented to John Davidson, by grant, dated 19th of September 1796. This tract was conveyed by Davidson to me, to raise by sale of it divers sums of money, which he owed to Davidson and Goddard, Merchants Baltimore, and to

Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
MACKINTOSH'S SPEECH.
MACKINTOSH'S SPEECH.
Our readers can scarcely have forgotten the celebrated trial of John Peltier, for a libel against Napoleon Bonaparte...
Our readers can scarcely have forgotten the celebrated trial of John Peltier, for a libel against Napoleon Bonaparte...
The reader will bear in mind, that Mr. Peltier was the editor of a periodical publication in London, under the title of the Ambigu...
The reader will bear in mind, that Mr. Peltier was the editor of a periodical publication in London, under the title of the Ambigu...
Now, Gentlemen, we cannot give a probable answer to this question without previously examining two or three questions...
Now, Gentlemen, we cannot give a probable answer to this question without previously examining two or three questions...
The French revolution began with great and fatal errors. These errors produced atrocious crimes. A mild and feeble monarchy was succeeded by bloody anarchy...
The French revolution began with great and fatal errors. These errors produced atrocious crimes. A mild and feeble monarchy was succeeded by bloody anarchy...
All this was in the order of nature—when every principle of authority and civil discipline, when every principle which enables some men to command...
All this was in the order of nature—when every principle of authority and civil discipline, when every principle which enables some men to command...
Under such circumstances, Bonaparte usurped the supreme power in France; I say usurped, because an illegal assumption of power is an usurpation.
Under such circumstances, Bonaparte usurped the supreme power in France; I say usurped, because an illegal assumption of power is an usurpation.
Thus, as well as the words of the historian, "by recent as well as all ancient example, it became evident, that illegal violence, with whatever pretences it may be covered..."
Thus, as well as the words of the historian, "by recent as well as all ancient example, it became evident, that illegal violence, with whatever pretences it may be covered..."
It is, I know, not the spirit of the quiet and submissive majority of the French people. They have always rather suffered, than acted in, the revolution.
It is, I know, not the spirit of the quiet and submissive majority of the French people. They have always rather suffered, than acted in, the revolution.
As for the wretched populace who were made the blind and senseless instrument of so many crimes, whose frenzy can now be reviewed by a good mind...
As for the wretched populace who were made the blind and senseless instrument of so many crimes, whose frenzy can now be reviewed by a good mind...
Hume's History of England, Vol. VII. p. 220.
Hume's History of England, Vol. VII. p. 220.
They have passed from senseless rage to stupid quiet. Their delirium is followed by lethargy.
They have passed from senseless rage to stupid quiet. Their delirium is followed by lethargy.
In a word, Gentlemen, the great body of the people of France have been severely trained in those convulsions and prostrations which are the school of slavery.
In a word, Gentlemen, the great body of the people of France have been severely trained in those convulsions and prostrations which are the school of slavery.
Some of them, indeed; the basest of the race; the Sophists, the Rhetors, the Poet-laureats of murder; who were cruel only from cowardice, and calculating selfishness...
Some of them, indeed; the basest of the race; the Sophists, the Rhetors, the Poet-laureats of murder; who were cruel only from cowardice, and calculating selfishness...
Such a fashion exists in France. It is numerous; it is powerful; and it has a principle of fidelity stronger than any that ever held together a society.
Such a fashion exists in France. It is numerous; it is powerful; and it has a principle of fidelity stronger than any that ever held together a society.
I must own that however paradoxical it may appear, I should almost think it worse, but more meanly of them if it were otherwise. I must then think, because that is the name of a virtue—but of that ferocious energy which alone rescues nations from contempt.
I must own that however paradoxical it may appear, I should almost think it worse, but more meanly of them if it were otherwise. I must then think, because that is the name of a virtue—but of that ferocious energy which alone rescues nations from contempt.
It is impossible to conceive any thing more despicable than wretches who, after begging and bullying over their meek and blameless sovereign, and his defenceless family, whom they kept so long in a dungeon...
It is impossible to conceive any thing more despicable than wretches who, after begging and bullying over their meek and blameless sovereign, and his defenceless family, whom they kept so long in a dungeon...
I have used the word republican because it is the name by which this atrocious fashion describes itself. The assumption of that name is one of their crimes.
I have used the word republican because it is the name by which this atrocious fashion describes itself. The assumption of that name is one of their crimes.
Nor do I mean by the use of the word "republican" to confound this execrable fashion with all those who, in the liberty of private speculation, may prefer a republican form of government.
Nor do I mean by the use of the word "republican" to confound this execrable fashion with all those who, in the liberty of private speculation, may prefer a republican form of government.
† Citizen Brutus, President of the Military Commission at Marcellus, in January, 1794.
† Citizen Brutus, President of the Military Commission at Marcellus, in January, 1794.
One other EXTRACT.—Mr. Mc. Intosh demands what would be the fate of the English press, if prosecutions were instituted against every publisher who should dare to censure all the misdeeds of foreign countries?
One other EXTRACT.—Mr. Mc. Intosh demands what would be the fate of the English press, if prosecutions were instituted against every publisher who should dare to censure all the misdeeds of foreign countries?
Soon after, Gentlemen, there followed an act, in comparison with which all the deeds of rapine and blood perpetrated in the world are innocence itself...
Soon after, Gentlemen, there followed an act, in comparison with which all the deeds of rapine and blood perpetrated in the world are innocence itself...
centuries; respected as a sort of sacred territory by the fiercest ambition, raised, like its own mountains, beyond the region of the forms which raged around on every side...
centuries; respected as a sort of sacred territory by the fiercest ambition, raised, like its own mountains, beyond the region of the forms which raged around on every side...
Having been informed of the advantage of using the tops of Indian corn, cut as rye-straw, to be mixed with potatoes, flours, or meal, as a food for horses or cattle...
Having been informed of the advantage of using the tops of Indian corn, cut as rye-straw, to be mixed with potatoes, flours, or meal, as a food for horses or cattle...
When the body of the illustrious hero of Trafalgar was put into a cask of spirits to be transported to old England, the bung accidentally fell out...
When the body of the illustrious hero of Trafalgar was put into a cask of spirits to be transported to old England, the bung accidentally fell out...
When Dr. FRANKLIN, printed a newspaper in Philadelphia, a person brought him a piece which he desired might be published.
When Dr. FRANKLIN, printed a newspaper in Philadelphia, a person brought him a piece which he desired might be published.
Sir George Staunton, having translated into the Chinese language, a treatise on the Vaccine Inoculation (the first English work that ever was published in China)...
Sir George Staunton, having translated into the Chinese language, a treatise on the Vaccine Inoculation (the first English work that ever was published in China)...
A negro woman, named Catharine Lopez, died at Kingston, Jam. on the 24th of August, at the very extraordinary age of One Hundred and Thirty Four.
A negro woman, named Catharine Lopez, died at Kingston, Jam. on the 24th of August, at the very extraordinary age of One Hundred and Thirty Four.
A new species of Bark, intended for a dying drug, has lately arrived at New-York from Santa Fe de Bogota...
A new species of Bark, intended for a dying drug, has lately arrived at New-York from Santa Fe de Bogota...
*** Contradicted by Mr. Ferrer himself, in the last Mercantile Advertiser.
*** Contradicted by Mr. Ferrer himself, in the last Mercantile Advertiser.
SIMON DEWITT, Esq. the Surveyor General of the State, has written an instructive memoir, accompanied with an appropriate drawing...
SIMON DEWITT, Esq. the Surveyor General of the State, has written an instructive memoir, accompanied with an appropriate drawing...
Mr. Waldo, arrived at Charlton from Calcutta, informs, that a colony of Chinese were embarked at Calcutta in May last, for Trinidad...
Mr. Waldo, arrived at Charlton from Calcutta, informs, that a colony of Chinese were embarked at Calcutta in May last, for Trinidad...
Many have published voyages round the world; but Kruse, a Norwegian, has lately published a voyage across it.
Many have published voyages round the world; but Kruse, a Norwegian, has lately published a voyage across it.
There were two species of names discovered much about the same time, namely Gold in South America, and Coal in England.
There were two species of names discovered much about the same time, namely Gold in South America, and Coal in England.
AGRICULTURE.
AGRICULTURE.
To the Philadelphia county society for the promotion of agriculture and domestic manufactures.
To the Philadelphia county society for the promotion of agriculture and domestic manufactures.
Having been informed of the advantage of using the tops of Indian corn, cut as rye-straw, to be mixed with potatoes, flours, or meal, as a food for horses or cattle...
Having been informed of the advantage of using the tops of Indian corn, cut as rye-straw, to be mixed with potatoes, flours, or meal, as a food for horses or cattle...
I am, Gentlemen, With great respect, Yours, &c. GEO. LOGAN.
I am, Gentlemen, With great respect, Yours, &c. GEO. LOGAN.
Sinton, Feb. 6, 1791.
Sinton, Feb. 6, 1791.
Nit de Mortuis nisi bonum, Says the Latin Adage; and the following Epitaph is evidently dictated in the true spirit of posthumous generosity.
Nit de Mortuis nisi bonum, Says the Latin Adage; and the following Epitaph is evidently dictated in the true spirit of posthumous generosity.
MONUMENT OF HAMILTON.
MONUMENT OF HAMILTON.
The corporation of Trinity church has erected over the grave of Hamilton, in Trinity church-yard, a beautiful monument of white marble...
The corporation of Trinity church has erected over the grave of Hamilton, in Trinity church-yard, a beautiful monument of white marble...
"To the memory of ALEXANDER HAMILTON, The corporation of Trinity church has erected THIS MONUMENT In testimony of their respect, for The patriot of incorruptible integrity, The soldier of approved valor, The statesman of consummate wisdom, Whose virtues and talents will Be admired by GRATEFUL POSTERITY Long after this marble shall have Mouldered into dust. He died July 12th, 1804 aged 47." N. Y. paper.
"To the memory of ALEXANDER HAMILTON, The corporation of Trinity church has erected THIS MONUMENT In testimony of their respect, for The patriot of incorruptible integrity, The soldier of approved valor, The statesman of consummate wisdom, Whose virtues and talents will Be admired by GRATEFUL POSTERITY Long after this marble shall have Mouldered into dust. He died July 12th, 1804 aged 47." N. Y. paper.
Every man is familiar with the Fables of "the old man and his sons," and of the Painter who attempted to please every body and pleased nobody.
Every man is familiar with the Fables of "the old man and his sons," and of the Painter who attempted to please every body and pleased nobody.
SIMPLICITY, or the CURATE; from Peter Pindar's Nil Admirari, or a Smile at a Bishop.
SIMPLICITY, or the CURATE; from Peter Pindar's Nil Admirari, or a Smile at a Bishop.
How difficult, alas! to please mankind! One or the other every moment mutters: This wants an eastern, that a western wind; A third, petition for a southern, utters: Some pray for rain, and some for frost and snow; How can heaven fute all palates?—I don't know. Good Lamb, the curate, much approv'd, Indulged by all his flock believ'd. Was one dry summer begg'd to pray for rain: The parson most devoutly pray'd—The powers of prayer were soon display'd; Immediately a torrent drench'd the plain. It chanc'd that the churchwarden, Robin Jay, Had of his meadow not yet sav'd the hay: This was his hay to health quite past reforming. It happen'd too that Robin was from home; But when he heard the story, in a foam, He fought the parson, like a lion roaring. Zounds! I parson Lamb, why, what have ye been doing? A pretty form indeed ye have been brewing! What! pray for rain before I sav'd my hay. Oh! you're a cruel and ungrateful man! I that for ever help you all I can! Ask you to dine with me and Mrs. Jay, Whenever we have something on the spit, Or in the pot a nice and dainty bit. Send you a goose, or pair of chicken, Whole bones you are so fond of picking; And often too a cag of brandy! You that were welcome to a treat, To smoke and chat, and drink and eat; Making my house so very handy! You, parson, serve one such a curvy trick! Zounds! you must have the bowls of old Nick. What! bring the flood of Noah from the skies, With my fine field of hay before your eyes! A nunnciful that I weren't of this aware! Curfe me, but I had flopp'd your pretty pray'r! Dear master Jay (quoth Lamb), alas! alas! I never thought upon your field of grass. Lord! parson, you're a fool, one might suppose, Was not the field just underneath your nose? This is a very pretty losing job! Sir," quoth the curate, "know that Harry Cobb, Your brother warden joined, to have the pray'r! Cobb! Cobb! why this for Cobb was only sport; What doth Cobb own that any rain can hurt?" Roar'd furious Jay, as broad as he could stare. The fellow owns, as far as I can learn, A few old houses only, and a barn; As that's the case, zounds! what are show'rs to him? Nor Noah's flood could make his trumpery farm. Besides—why could not you for driveze pray? Why force it down in buckets on the hay? Would I have play'd with your hay just a freak? No! I'd have flopped the weather for a week." Dear mister Jay, I do protest I tasted felly for the best; I do affirm it, mister Jay, indeed Your anger for this once refrain. I'll never bring a drop again "Till you and all the parish are agreed."
How difficult, alas! to please mankind! One or the other every moment mutters: This wants an eastern, that a western wind; A third, petition for a southern, utters: Some pray for rain, and some for frost and snow; How can heaven fute all palates?—I don't know. Good Lamb, the curate, much approv'd, Indulged by all his flock believ'd. Was one dry summer begg'd to pray for rain: The parson most devoutly pray'd—The powers of prayer were soon display'd; Immediately a torrent drench'd the plain. It chanc'd that the churchwarden, Robin Jay, Had of his meadow not yet sav'd the hay: This was his hay to health quite past reforming. It happen'd too that Robin was from home; But when he heard the story, in a foam, He fought the parson, like a lion roaring. Zounds! I parson Lamb, why, what have ye been doing? A pretty form indeed ye have been brewing! What! pray for rain before I sav'd my hay. Oh! you're a cruel and ungrateful man! I that for ever help you all I can! Ask you to dine with me and Mrs. Jay, Whenever we have something on the spit, Or in the pot a nice and dainty bit. Send you a goose, or pair of chicken, Whole bones you are so fond of picking; And often too a cag of brandy! You that were welcome to a treat, To smoke and chat, and drink and eat; Making my house so very handy! You, parson, serve one such a curvy trick! Zounds! you must have the bowls of old Nick. What! bring the flood of Noah from the skies, With my fine field of hay before your eyes! A nunnciful that I weren't of this aware! Curfe me, but I had flopp'd your pretty pray'r! Dear master Jay (quoth Lamb), alas! alas! I never thought upon your field of grass. Lord! parson, you're a fool, one might suppose, Was not the field just underneath your nose? This is a very pretty losing job! Sir," quoth the curate, "know that Harry Cobb, Your brother warden joined, to have the pray'r! Cobb! Cobb! why this for Cobb was only sport; What doth Cobb own that any rain can hurt?" Roar'd furious Jay, as broad as he could stare. The fellow owns, as far as I can learn, A few old houses only, and a barn; As that's the case, zounds! what are show'rs to him? Nor Noah's flood could make his trumpery farm. Besides—why could not you for driveze pray? Why force it down in buckets on the hay? Would I have play'd with your hay just a freak? No! I'd have flopped the weather for a week." Dear mister Jay, I do protest I tasted felly for the best; I do affirm it, mister Jay, indeed Your anger for this once refrain. I'll never bring a drop again "Till you and all the parish are agreed."
LOST.
LOST.
BETWEEN Richmond and the New Bridges on Chickahominy River, on Wednesday the 15th instant, a red leather pocket book, containing sundry papers, accounts, receipts, &c. Among the contents of the pocket book, was a bond given to me by Thos. Mahon of King and Queen, to the amount of £102 10s.
BETWEEN Richmond and the New Bridges on Chickahominy River, on Wednesday the 15th instant, a red leather pocket book, containing sundry papers, accounts, receipts, &c. Among the contents of the pocket book, was a bond given to me by Thos. Mahon of King and Queen, to the amount of £102 10s.
The public are warned not to take an assignment of the above mentioned bond, as the obligor has been apprized of the loss, and will pay it off to no person except the obligee. R. P. B. Oct. 24.
The public are warned not to take an assignment of the above mentioned bond, as the obligor has been apprized of the loss, and will pay it off to no person except the obligee. R. P. B. Oct. 24.
DANCING SCHOOL.
DANCING SCHOOL.
MR. LA TASTE informs the public, that his Dancing School is now opened, in Mr. Harris's Brick House, nearly opposite the Post-Office. He will teach every Wednesday and Saturday from the hours of 9 to 12 in the forenoon; also from 6 until 9 in the evening, for the accommodation of those gentlemen engaged in the day. His terms may be known by applying at his dwelling-house on the Hill, or at the Office of the Enquirer. Oct. 24.
MR. LA TASTE informs the public, that his Dancing School is now opened, in Mr. Harris's Brick House, nearly opposite the Post-Office. He will teach every Wednesday and Saturday from the hours of 9 to 12 in the forenoon; also from 6 until 9 in the evening, for the accommodation of those gentlemen engaged in the day. His terms may be known by applying at his dwelling-house on the Hill, or at the Office of the Enquirer. Oct. 24.
GERMAN GOODS.
GERMAN GOODS.
Just Received from Bremen—consisting of LINENS, OZNABURGS, Ticklenburgs, Twilled Sacking, Hollans and Rolls, Roman Sheeting, Dowlas, Pettas, and Bielefeld Linen. GLASS-WARE: Quart, Pint and Half Pint Decanters, Pint and Half Pint Tumblers. BOHN & HUBNER. Oct. 21.
Just Received from Bremen—consisting of LINENS, OZNABURGS, Ticklenburgs, Twilled Sacking, Hollans and Rolls, Roman Sheeting, Dowlas, Pettas, and Bielefeld Linen. GLASS-WARE: Quart, Pint and Half Pint Decanters, Pint and Half Pint Tumblers. BOHN & HUBNER. Oct. 21.
JUST RECEIVED.
JUST RECEIVED.
A FRESH Assortment of Claret Wines, Champagne, Mouffieux by the box, Burgundy, Sautern, Vin de Grave, Laffitte, Mufcat of Frontignac, Wine Bitters—and also, a fresh supply of Olives, Capers, Anchovies, Cayenne Pepper, Mustard, Prunes, Raisins by the box, Almonds and Filberts. All kind of West-India Sweetmeats; all kind of Confectionery—and different articles of Perfumery—For Sale by ALEXANDER PLAINVILLE. Richmond, Oct. 17. (2aw6m)
A FRESH Assortment of Claret Wines, Champagne, Mouffieux by the box, Burgundy, Sautern, Vin de Grave, Laffitte, Mufcat of Frontignac, Wine Bitters—and also, a fresh supply of Olives, Capers, Anchovies, Cayenne Pepper, Mustard, Prunes, Raisins by the box, Almonds and Filberts. All kind of West-India Sweetmeats; all kind of Confectionery—and different articles of Perfumery—For Sale by ALEXANDER PLAINVILLE. Richmond, Oct. 17. (2aw6m)
THE SUBSCRIBER.
THE SUBSCRIBER.
Intending to remove to the county of Pittsylvania, will sell AT PUBLIC AUCTION, On Tuesday the 28th instant, at the house in which he now resides, the chief part of his HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, CONSISTING OF—
Intending to remove to the county of Pittsylvania, will sell AT PUBLIC AUCTION, On Tuesday the 28th instant, at the house in which he now resides, the chief part of his HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, CONSISTING OF—
MAHOGANY Dining, Card and Tea Tables, Presses, Sideboards, Sopha, &c. Japan'd Chairs, various articles of double fine Glass, and plated Ware with silver edges, a few handsome prims, &c. &c. Six months credit will be allowed for all sums above fifty dollars, the purchasers giving notes with approved endorser negotiable at the Bank of Virginia. GEORGE TUCKER. Richmond, October 14th, 1806. (tdf.)
MAHOGANY Dining, Card and Tea Tables, Presses, Sideboards, Sopha, &c. Japan'd Chairs, various articles of double fine Glass, and plated Ware with silver edges, a few handsome prims, &c. &c. Six months credit will be allowed for all sums above fifty dollars, the purchasers giving notes with approved endorser negotiable at the Bank of Virginia. GEORGE TUCKER. Richmond, October 14th, 1806. (tdf.)
MARSHAL'S SALES.
MARSHAL'S SALES.
TO BE SOLD, to the highest bidder, for ready money, under a decree of the Court of the U. States for the Fifth Circuit in the Virginia District, between Phineas Bond, attorney for the creditors of Ezekiel Edwards, plaintiff, and David Ross and others, defendants, in order to raise the sum of twelve thousand six hundred and fifteen dollars thirty-three cents, due and payable on the first day of July last, and fundy charges and expenses of sale—That valuable and well known estate in the county of Botetourt, called FORT LEWIS, situate by the said Ross to contain 2608 acres. The sale will take place on the premises on the 14th day of November next. Also, under the same decree and on the same terms, will be sold at the Oxford Iron Works, in the county of Campbell, on the 18th of the same month, a number of VALUABLE SLAVES. BENJAMIN MOSBY, D. M. for JOSEPH SCOTT, M. V. D. Oct. 7, 1806. tds
TO BE SOLD, to the highest bidder, for ready money, under a decree of the Court of the U. States for the Fifth Circuit in the Virginia District, between Phineas Bond, attorney for the creditors of Ezekiel Edwards, plaintiff, and David Ross and others, defendants, in order to raise the sum of twelve thousand six hundred and fifteen dollars thirty-three cents, due and payable on the first day of July last, and fundy charges and expenses of sale—That valuable and well known estate in the county of Botetourt, called FORT LEWIS, situate by the said Ross to contain 2608 acres. The sale will take place on the premises on the 14th day of November next. Also, under the same decree and on the same terms, will be sold at the Oxford Iron Works, in the county of Campbell, on the 18th of the same month, a number of VALUABLE SLAVES. BENJAMIN MOSBY, D. M. for JOSEPH SCOTT, M. V. D. Oct. 7, 1806. tds
At the request of Mr. Ross, the sale of the Land above-mentioned, called Fort Lewis, is postponed until the 28th day of next month, when it will take place at the Eagle Tavern in the city of Richmond; and the sale of the Negroes, is postponed until the 6th day of December next, on which day it will take place at the Eagle Tavern aforesaid. BENJAMIN MOSBY, D. M. for JOSEPH SCOTT, M. V. D. Oct. 16. JOE. SCOTT, M. V. D.
At the request of Mr. Ross, the sale of the Land above-mentioned, called Fort Lewis, is postponed until the 28th day of next month, when it will take place at the Eagle Tavern in the city of Richmond; and the sale of the Negroes, is postponed until the 6th day of December next, on which day it will take place at the Eagle Tavern aforesaid. BENJAMIN MOSBY, D. M. for JOSEPH SCOTT, M. V. D. Oct. 16. JOE. SCOTT, M. V. D.
THE SUBSCRIBERS, UNDER THE FIRM OF LESUEUR & SAUNDERS, Inform their Friends and the public, that they will continue the COMMISSION business, lately done by C. & T. Saunders. They promise the strictest attention to the interests of those who may favor them with consignment. They are now receiving a general and extensive assortment of GROCERIES, which will be offered for sale, Wholesale and Retail, on the lowest terms and usual credit, in the store lately occupied by Messrs. William & Kenzie & Co. opposite the Post Office of Messrs. Proffer & Mencken—among which are the following articles:
THE SUBSCRIBERS, UNDER THE FIRM OF LESUEUR & SAUNDERS, Inform their Friends and the public, that they will continue the COMMISSION business, lately done by C. & T. Saunders. They promise the strictest attention to the interests of those who may favor them with consignment. They are now receiving a general and extensive assortment of GROCERIES, which will be offered for sale, Wholesale and Retail, on the lowest terms and usual credit, in the store lately occupied by Messrs. William & Kenzie & Co. opposite the Post Office of Messrs. Proffer & Mencken—among which are the following articles:
BROWN SUGAR of Bar Iron, German, Crawley's & Blistered Steel, Superior quality, Antigua & Jamaica Rum, Dito ditto second ditto, Very Old Antigua Rum, Bell Green Coffee, Holland Gin, Sack in Sacks, Cogniac Brandy, of very Molasses and Treacle, Superior quality, Pickled Salmon, Race Ginger, Pepper, Scotch Barley, Madeira, Port, Sherry & Pimento, Nutmegs, Malaga Wine, Mace, Cloves & Cinnamon, Fresh Muscatel Raisins & Currants, Fresh London Mustard, Soft Shelled Almonds, in small boxes, Bell Flstant Indigo and, Saltpetre, Fig Blue, of superior quality, in boxes of 20 lbs. each, English F.F. Gunpowder, Fresh Capers, Oil, &c. Patens Shot, well assorted, Bell Spanish Segars, Hilibers Brown Stout and Porter, Caldwell, Fraiser & Co's Superfine Chocolate, Dito by the lb. New-York Candles and Soap, Young Hyson do. of the first quality, Spermacetti Candles, N. England & Bullock's Cherie. JOHN L. LESUEUR, C. H. SAUNDERS. October 10. tf.
BROWN SUGAR of Bar Iron, German, Crawley's & Blistered Steel, Superior quality, Antigua & Jamaica Rum, Dito ditto second ditto, Very Old Antigua Rum, Bell Green Coffee, Holland Gin, Sack in Sacks, Cogniac Brandy, of very Molasses and Treacle, Superior quality, Pickled Salmon, Race Ginger, Pepper, Scotch Barley, Madeira, Port, Sherry & Pimento, Nutmegs, Malaga Wine, Mace, Cloves & Cinnamon, Fresh Muscatel Raisins & Currants, Fresh London Mustard, Soft Shelled Almonds, in small boxes, Bell Flstant Indigo and, Saltpetre, Fig Blue, of superior quality, in boxes of 20 lbs. each, English F.F. Gunpowder, Fresh Capers, Oil, &c. Patens Shot, well assorted, Bell Spanish Segars, Hilibers Brown Stout and Porter, Caldwell, Fraiser & Co's Superfine Chocolate, Dito by the lb. New-York Candles and Soap, Young Hyson do. of the first quality, Spermacetti Candles, N. England & Bullock's Cherie. JOHN L. LESUEUR, C. H. SAUNDERS. October 10. tf.
50 DOLLARS REWARD.
50 DOLLARS REWARD.
RANAWAY from the subscriber, on the 6th instant, an indentured apprentice named ARMISTEAD MOSBY, a Saddler by trade. He is about 18 years old; 5 feet 3 inches high, looks down, and is very apt to stammer in the face when spoken to. It is probable he may go on to Alexandria. I hereby forewarn all masters from employing him, and will give the above reward to any person that will deliver him to me, or 20 dollars to secure him in any goal to that I may get him again. THOMAS BENDLE. October 14. tf.
RANAWAY from the subscriber, on the 6th instant, an indentured apprentice named ARMISTEAD MOSBY, a Saddler by trade. He is about 18 years old; 5 feet 3 inches high, looks down, and is very apt to stammer in the face when spoken to. It is probable he may go on to Alexandria. I hereby forewarn all masters from employing him, and will give the above reward to any person that will deliver him to me, or 20 dollars to secure him in any goal to that I may get him again. THOMAS BENDLE. October 14. tf.
FIFTY DOLLARS REWARD.
FIFTY DOLLARS REWARD.
RANAWAY from the 16th instant, a Negro Fellow named NED, alias Ned Robinson, the property of Mr. W. W. Worley, of Kentucky. He is by trade a Brick-layer, was hired the preceding year to Mr. Thomas Underwood, of this place, and was formerly the property of John Baylor, sen. esq. of Caroline. I cannot give an accurate description of his person; I believe him, however, to be about 50 years of age, 5 feet 8 or 10 inches high, has lost his upper fore teeth, is apt to smile when spoken to, is remarkably polite, often repeating "thank you master," and making bowse almost to the ground. He is, I am induced to believe, a very artful fellow, and is probably lurking in this city; or, what is as likely, attempting to procure a birth on board some vessel, that he may leave the state and pass for a free man. I will pay the above reward if taken out of the state; 20 dollars if taken 20 miles from Richmond, and 10 dollars if taken within the city and delivered to me. JAMES LAUGHLIN. October 21. tf.
RANAWAY from the 16th instant, a Negro Fellow named NED, alias Ned Robinson, the property of Mr. W. W. Worley, of Kentucky. He is by trade a Brick-layer, was hired the preceding year to Mr. Thomas Underwood, of this place, and was formerly the property of John Baylor, sen. esq. of Caroline. I cannot give an accurate description of his person; I believe him, however, to be about 50 years of age, 5 feet 8 or 10 inches high, has lost his upper fore teeth, is apt to smile when spoken to, is remarkably polite, often repeating "thank you master," and making bowse almost to the ground. He is, I am induced to believe, a very artful fellow, and is probably lurking in this city; or, what is as likely, attempting to procure a birth on board some vessel, that he may leave the state and pass for a free man. I will pay the above reward if taken out of the state; 20 dollars if taken 20 miles from Richmond, and 10 dollars if taken within the city and delivered to me. JAMES LAUGHLIN. October 21. tf.
ALEXANDER STUART, Esquire, of Richmond, and Col. William Daniel, of Cumberland county, are so obliging as to undertake my law business.
ALEXANDER STUART, Esquire, of Richmond, and Col. William Daniel, of Cumberland county, are so obliging as to undertake my law business.
The former will give his attention to it in the federal court and in the court of appeals. The latter in the superior court of chancery for the Richmond district. OREED TAYLOR. July 12. (tdf.)
The former will give his attention to it in the federal court and in the court of appeals. The latter in the superior court of chancery for the Richmond district. OREED TAYLOR. July 12. (tdf.)
Printing.
Printing.
IN ALL ITS VARIETY, EXECUTED AT THE OFFICE OF THE ENQUIRER.
IN ALL ITS VARIETY, EXECUTED AT THE OFFICE OF THE ENQUIRER.