The enquirer (Richmond, Va.), 1806-02-08 00:00:00

The Enquirer.
PUBLISHED BY THOMAS RITCHIE, OPPOSITE THE POST-OFFICE.....AT FIVE DOLLARS PER ANNUM.....(PAYABLE IN ADVANCE.)
NUMBER 87.]
RICHMOND, SATURDAY MORNING, FEBRUARY 8, 1806.
[VOLUME 2.
Sales at Auction.
Will be sold to the highest bidder for cash, at the Vendue Office of the subscribers, on Tuesday the 11th inst. for the benefit of the Underwriters and others concerned: A Cate of CUTLERY, marked R. G. No. 2, damaged on board the ship George, capt. Ezra Towns, from Liverpool. TAYLOR & BROWN, V. M. February 6. (tds)
WILL BE SOLD.
To the highest bidder, for ready money, on the 17th of this month, for the purpose of satisfying the balance of a debt due from Edmund Lacy to Nathaniel Benjamin and John Shepherd: ALL that part of Lot number thirty-five, with the improvements thereon lying on the Main-street in this city, and nearly opposite the Court-house, which was conveyed by myself and wife to Edmund Lacy, and by the said Lacy to me, in trust for the purpose of satisfying the debt above mentioned and expenses of executing the trust. The part to be sold contains thirty-six feet four inches in front. JOHN TURNER, Trustee. February 6. tf.
VALUABLE PROPERTY FOR SALE.
On Tuesday the 25th day of March next will be offered for sale, by public auction, at the Eagle Tavern in the city of Richmond; the following valuable property: FOUR half acre LOTS, adjoining each other, forming what is usually called a square in the city of Richmond, and described in the plan of said city by the numbers 151, 152, 159 and 160. These Lots command beautiful prospects of the river, and in every respect are well worthy the attention of persons disposed to build.
THE BRICK STORE or LUMBER HOUSE situate on the street which leads from the Main Street in Richmond to Shockoe Slip, about 30 feet in breadth and about 32 feet in length, more or less—being part of the property formerly owned by Mr. Wm. Fenwick, and lying between the building now occupied by Mr. George Watt and that owned by Mr. Marcus Elean.
The Messuage or TENEMENT and parcel of ground containing one and an half acres, more or less, where Mr. Wm. Fenwick formerly resided, near Rocketts.
A more particular description is deemed unnecessary, the property intended for sale being well known to most persons residing in Richmond or the neighbourhood—and it is presumed any person inclined to purchase, will examine it—for which purpose the keys of both Tenements may be had by applying to Gallego, Richard, & Co. who will give any further information that may be wished.
Terms of sale, approved endorsed notes negotiable at the bank of Virginia, at 9, 15, and 20 months. The legal title to be retained till the purchase money is paid, or Deeds of Trust to be executed by the purchasers as may be agreed on. GALLEGO, RICHARDS, & Co. February 6. tf.
WILL BE SOLD.
At Public Auction, in Charlottesville, on the 8th March next, 50 NEGROES. JAMES LINDSAY, HUGH NELSON. February 1. tf.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION.
At the front door of the Eagle Tavern, in the city of Richmond, on the eighteenth day of March next ensuing.
THAT most valuable estate, situated in the county of Wythe, and commonwealth of Virginia, and heretofore well known by the name of Chilwell's Lead Mines; but which, for some time past hath been considered, as the property of Stephen Austin and company, of the city of Philadelphia, by virtue of a purchase thereof by them, made under a decree of the high court of chancery of the said commonwealth, with the terms whereof they have not complied.
That purchase was made on the 20th day of February 1795, for the sum of £6,505, and since that period, they have made sundry great and valuable improvements on the said estate.
The well known value of the property, and the certainty which the subscribers feel, that those who mean to become purchasers will satisfy themselves thereof, on view, render any further description of the property to be sold unnecessary.
The sale will be made in conformity to two several decrees of the superior court of chancery, which is directed by law to be held at the Capitol in the city of Richmond aforesaid, the one pronounced on the 8th day of June, and the other on the 7th day of October, in the year 1802.
Credit will be given to the purchaser or purchasers for a term of nine months for one, and eighteen months for the other moiety of the purchase money, each moiety being secured not only by a bond with good security made payable to the subscribers, or the survivors of them, their executors, administrators or assigns, for the uses in the said decree specified, and bearing interest from the date; but also, by the retention of the legal estate, until the whole purchase money, with such interest, shall be fully paid; on which payment a conveyance or conveyances will be executed to the purchaser or purchasers in virtue of the said decree by JOHN WICKHAM, JOHN WARDEN, WILLIAM HAY, } Commissioners of the court. Jan. 21. sw.
ENOCHE SULLIVAN,
SILVER, GOLDSMITH AND JEWELLER, RETURNS his gr. thanks to his friends and the public for the liberal encouragement afforded him in his line of business, and hopes by his punctilious attention to the business, to which he was bred, to insure a continuation of the favor of a liberal public. He offers now for sale at his shop adjoining the Eagle Tavern, a general assortment of silver ware and jewellery of the most fashionable kind, consisting of silver Tea Pots, cream Urns, Tumblers, Spoons, and mourning and fancy Earrings, Lockets, Finger Rings, and Bread Pans, jet, white and coral Necklaces and Jar-rings, a general supply of Combs, plain and ornamented Pocket Books, thread Cales, Miniature and ring Cales, gold and gilt Seals, Keys and Chains. Highest price given for old gold or silver. December 5. tf.
HOUSTON'S newly invented PATENT METALLIC HONE, may be had at Mr. Geo. Greenhow's store, opposite the Eagle Tavern. The utility of this machine for setting Razors and other instruments which require a fine edge, renders it an object worthy the attention of every individual who may have occasion for its use. December 12. tf.
MARSHAL'S SALE.
BY virtue of a decree of the court of the United States for the 5th circuit in the Virginia district, pronounced at May term, 1805, in behalf of John Tate and Thomas Aston, assignees of Money Martin, against James Vaughan, administrator of Matthew Vaughan, deceased and others; will be sold, to the highest bidder, for ready money at the Eagle Tavern in the city of Richmond, on Saturday the 23d day of this month, the following, SLAVES , viz: Parrot, Peter, Billy, Cyrus, Betsy, Tom, Ned and Nelly ; or any three of them as may be sold at the rate of ten dollars per annum, from the 23d day of May, 1805, and the expenses of sale. WILLIAM MANN, D. M. for JOSEPH SCOTT, M. V. D. February 4. tf.
WARM SPRINGS,
IN THE COUNTY OF BATH, VIRGINIA.
HAVING taken a lease on the WARM SPRINGS for 10 years, from the 1st April, 1805; we wish to acquaint the public, that at a great expense and much labour, we have improved it, to accommodate gentlemen, 150 persons, having erected 15 new houses, among them a range of stables 240 feet long, together with other stables roomy enough to hold about 100 horses, also 10 new houses 21 by 17 feet, built convenient to the Bath, with stone chimneys, and finished off neatly; a large and commodious sitting room for the ladies, furnished with different kinds of instruments of music, and kept for that purpose only. A new Bath will be made distinct from the present one, intended for such persons as may not wish to mix with the strong and healthy. We have also taken a lease on the SWEET SPRINGS in the county of Monroe, distant 50 miles from the Warm, for 9 years, and are making the necessary preparations for the accommodation of the visitors. The kindest attention will be paid to give satisfaction, as we know from many years experience, that without it but few customers can be expected. It is with much satisfaction that we have it in our power to offer the public that the different houses of entertainment on the route leading to the Springs have of late been much attended to by the proprietors, most of which (where the visitors have wished, and have found that appropriate rooms to indicate that in future travellers will be well accommodated. We wish to purchase a Blacksmith, for one that comes well recommended, a generous price will be given. Also wanted to employ a discreet elderly woman to undertake the management of the place of house-keeper, either at the Warm or Sweet Springs, one inclined to be industrious, and qualified to discharge such duties, will meet with liberal encouragement, an application to us. ROBERT & GEORGE TURNER. January 21. eptw.
FIFTEEN DOLLARS REWARD.
RAN-AWAY from the Washington Tavern, on the 24th Dec. last, a Mulatto Man by the name of LEWIS, about 30 years of age. This fellow was formerly the property of Edward Garland of Danville, was sold to a Mr. Shields of Goochland, and while the property of the said Shields, travelled very considerably about the country. I believe inasmuch as I have no doubt but he will attempt to pass for a free man, to the contrary of which may be discovered by attending to his person: he is about 5 feet 9 or 10 inches high, with rather an intelligent countenance when spoken to, and is a very well made fellow; I believe he has not a bally head for a fellow of his colour, being tolerably light; nor has he any marks by which he may be particularly known, other than those already mentioned, and that of his extreme politeness. He has a wife living in the estate of Mr. Watkins of Goochland, at a place called Dover Mills; yet his very general acquaintance may subject him to be caught elsewhere, perhaps in Lexington, in the county of Rockbridge (Virginia) at which place he lived for some time prior to his being my property. He is a very good barber, and perhaps may attempt that calling for a support in some of the remote towns of Virginia. Nevertheless if he is secured in any jail within the state of Virginia so that I cannot hire again, or delivered to me in the City of Richmond, I will give the above reward and reasonable charges. EDWARD HALLAM. February 4. tf.
TO BE RENTED.
Till the 1st of January next, either with or without the office. THE HOUSE on Shockoe Hill in which the subscriber lately resided. MEASWETHER JONES. February 4. tf.
TO BE RENTED.
ALL persons having claims against the estate of John Hoomes, dec'd. of the Bowling Green, are requested to make them known, that provision may be made for a final settlement. And those indebted must make immediate payment to JOHN HOOMES, and JOHN G. WOODFOLK, Executors of John Hoomes, dec'd. Jan. 22. tf.
VALUABLE PROPERTY—FOR SALE.
THAT large five story BRICK TENEMENT, north side of the Main-street leading to the Capitol, now occupied by Mr. S. Rawlings, and in which Mrs. Harris has an interest during her life time. The situation is surpassed by none, being near the bank, the Capitol, the baton, and the post-office. For terms apply to AUBIN LAFOREST. Jan. 30.
TO BE RENTED.
A BRICK HOUSE , near that of Mr. Robert Gordon, on the Hill, calculated to accommodate a small family comfortably; attached to it is a half acre of ground well inclosed. JAS. GREENHOW. December 7. tf.
JOHN AMSDEN,
From New-York, a few doors below the Court-House Richmond. RESPECTFULLY informs the public, that he has taken the house lately occupied by S. Osgood, at a Locksmith shop, where he is carrying on the above business in all its various branches. He makes Edge tools, floor Horses and repairs Jack screws, Bellows and Step Railing made to any pattern; House-work in general executed with dispatch. He flatters himself that by the attention he will pay to his business, and from the experience he has had in the first class in the U. States, that he will give general satisfaction to those who are good enough to favor him with their custom. January 16. T. C. Btp.
A TUTOR wanted,
who can teach Reading, Writing and Arithmetic, in a small family. Apply to the Editor of the Enquirer.
ANDREW STEVENSON,
in addition to the courts of King William and Hanover; practices law in the county court of New-Kent. January 16 th & s. 4t.
IMPORTANT TO SPORTSMEN.
On the 29th day of April next, will be offered for sale, at the Bowling Green in Caroline county.
THE STUD , of the late Col. John Hoomes, consisting of imported and country bred Stallions, Brood Mares, and their produce, for several years past—total about one hundred head. This is certainly the most numerous, and probably the best selected Stud, ever before offered at public auction in this country; as it is well known, that the late owner, failed neither money or exertion, in procuring both at home and abroad such stock as appeared most certain to insure him success, as a breeder. To gentlemen who may feel a disposition to engage immediately in the sports of the turf, several fine three and four year olds could be highly recommended, for size, blood and figure. Should any of the Stud horses be farmed out for the approaching spring, the fate of such, will be postponed, until the expiration of the season. The other stock will be sold without reserve. The terms of sale will be one half of the purchase money payable in six and the other at 12 months, to be secured by bond, with approved securities, to carry interest from the date if not punctually paid. A considerable discount will be made for cash. Gentlemen in the neighboring states are hereby assured, that the sale shall positively take place on the day above stated. A catalogue will be exhibited, stating age, blood, &c.
JOHN G. WOODFOLK, JOHN HOOMES, Executors of John Hoomes, dec'd. Bowling Green, January 28. (tds)
VALUABLE PROPERTY.
WILL be sold, to the highest bidder for ready money on the premises on Saturday the 15th day of February next, by virtue of a deed of trust executed by Richard Bate, to secure the payment of $333 dollars. 35 cents, with interest thereon from the date, due to Rambaut & Gernon and George Pegram joint, and the expenses of the sale. Two acres of land lying upon Appomattox river, within one mile of the town of Petersburg with the water grist and manufacturing mills, Bake house, Distillery house and other houses of improvements erected thereon. PLEASANT AKIN, for Henry Gernon and Pleasant Akim. Petersburg, January 7. tf.
LAND.
POSITIVELY for sale by the subscriber, ONE thousand acres, formerly known by the name of David Irvin's Quarter, on Otter river, in this county, adjoining the Land whereon the subscriber lives, where there is a merchant mill that makes as good flour as any in America; not more than twenty two miles from the flourishing town of Lynchburg, where there is a good market for all kinds of produce. On this tract there is as much cleared land as is sufficient to work seven or eight hands to advantage, consisting of two fields of first rate river bottom Low Ground and three of High Land, all in good order for cropping, the balance is in woods, a great part of which is heavily timbered, and a great quantity is good tobacco land; there is also on this tract abundance of the best spring water in every field, a good lime-stone quarry the quantity inexhaustible, also an overflood house, together with other necessary houses for plantation business. The Land is well adapted to the culture of Tobacco, Wheat, Cotton, Corn, Rye, Oats and Flax; the situation is very healthy, and in a good neighborhood, attached to which is a very good range for all sorts of stock. The purchaser may be accommodated with every kind of stock, grain and plantation utensils, and possession given next Christmas, or sooner if required. Credit will be given for two thirds of the purchase money at three equal annual payments, the other third will be required in hand. Tobacco, Bank stock, public securities or negroes will be received in payment. ROBERT SCOTT. Campbell, February 1. 3n.
A POINTER DOG,
Left from Richmond about the 20th December last. HE is a small compact handsome dog, a small spot at the root of his tail; also chiefly his head and ears (and 'tis believed some other parts not particularly remembered) are spotted with liver colour, but the body, &c. is mostly finely and thickly speckled with the same, particularly his legs, which are darker than his body—both ears are flat, and be an enforcer to the name of NERO. Whoever will bring him to the Editor of this paper, or convey it by letter or otherwise, such information as will enable the owner of the dog to recover him, shall receive TWENTY DOLLARS REWARD. February 4. eptw.
NOTICE.
PROPOSITIONS will be received by the executive for the purchase of eight condemned negroes, reprieved for transportation under the act "to empower the governor to transport slaves condemned, which shall be deemed expedient." Dec. 31.
SALE OF STOCK.
On Friday the 14th of next month will be sold at Windfall, the stock of the late William Dandridge deceased, consisting of the Cattle, Sheep and Hogs belonging to the estate of the decedent. A credit of 12 months will be allowed purchasers for all sums above ten dollars. N. SHEPPARD, For Wm. Langhorne executor of Wm. Dandridge. January 28. (tds)
GEORGE WILY,
BROKER & COMMISSION MERCHANT, Near the Basin. B UY and sell all kinds of Produce—Also, and Lots, and houses, Bank Stock, &c. HE has for Sale, LOTS No. 141, 2, 3, and 4, which make one entire square in Du-Val's addition.—There is a good Spring attached to them. These lots are well worth the attention of any gentleman wishing to build a summer retreat for his family. July 25—tf.
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in the city of Richmond, and will transact any business in that line for a moderate commission. He will not inform the public that it is a business with which he is familiar, but assures every one who may think him worthy of their confidence, that he will be more attentive to their interest. He will also undertake to purchase tobacco on commission. His office is kept on the cross street leading from the Capitol square towards Col. Carrington's. CARTER B. PAGE. December 31.
NEIL MCCOULL
HAS received, by the late arrivals from London and Liverpool, his usual supply of FALL & WINTER GOODS.
Seat of Government.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 31, 1806.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 31, 1806.
Mr. Leib moved to discharge the committee of the whole from the further consideration of the report of a select committee in favor of the erection of a bridge over the Potomac.
Mr. Leib said his reason for this motion was to discharge the House from the tedious discussion of a local and comparatively unimportant question, that the house might immediately take up business of pressing and national importance called for by the great interests and anxiety of the people, and the interesting crisis of affairs.
Mr. Lewis opposed the motion. He considered the subject as of considerable importance even in a national point of view; and he trusted that, as so much time had been already consumed, and the stage of the discussion promised a near a termination, the House would not postpone a decision of the question.
Mr. Van Cortlandt advocated the motion, on similar grounds with those urged by Mr. Leib, and particularly under the impression that the state of public affairs loudly called for effectual measures for the defence of our ports and harbors.
The question being taken, the motion was disagreed to—Ayes 47—Noes 53.
Mr. Van Cortlandt , with the view of maintaining order, and expediting the public business, offered certain resolutions amendatory of the rules of the House.
The first of these amendments prohibits a member from reading in the House any book or printed paper, or writing any letters—the second prohibits the sergeant at arms from keeping or stating the accounts of the members, or giving receipts in the House, and prohibits the door-keepers from coming on the floor to call out members.
These resolutions were ordered to lie on the table.
Mr. Gressy said he had had the honor two days since of laying on the table a resolution to prohibit the importation of British goods until arrangements should be entered into to render the continuance of this prohibition unnecessary. Mr. G. said he was of opinion that it was proper at the same time to adopt a permanent system of commercial regulations calculated to meet the measures of foreign powers. To throw light on this subject, Mr. Gressy moved that the report of the secretary of state on the commercial relations of the United States with foreign powers, made in the year 1791, should be printed.
This motion was agreed to.
The bill to repeal so much of any act as authorises the receipt of evidences of the public debt in payment for the lands of the U. States and for other purposes relative to the public debt, was read a third time, and passed—Ayes 89.
Mr. Holland moved to postpone till the first Monday of March the resolution on the subject of the Potomac bridge.
Motion lost—Ayes 45—Noes 74.
A message from the Senate stated the passage of a bill making an additional appropriation for the library.
The House then again resolved itself into a committee of the whole—on the resolution in favor of authorizing the erection of a BRIDGE across the POTOMAC.
Messrs. Lewis and Quincy supported; and Messrs. Dawton, G. W. Campbell, Magruder, Varnum, and Masters opposed the resolution.
When the question was taken, and the resolution carried—Ayes 60—Noes 51.
The committee immediately rose and reported their agreement to the resolution.
The House took the report into consideration. On concurring in the resolution the Yeas and Nays were called; and were Yeas 61—Nays 50.
A committee of five members was then appointed to bring in a bill conformably to the resolution.
Mr. Early moved that when the House adjourn, they adjourn till Monday.
Mr. Crossin field> hoped the motion would not prevail; but that the House would proceed without delay to the great national concerns that demanded their attention.
Mr. Quincy, Mr. Newton and Mr. Early hoped the motion would prevail, that time might be allowed for reading the voluminous documents presented, and for reflection on the important subject expected to come under view on Monday (the non-importation with Britain.)
The Yeas and Nays were taken on Mr. Early's motion, which was agreed to—Yeas 64—Nays 54.
When the House, about 4 o'clock, adjourned until Monday.
LETTER
From AGAMEMNON BASHAW to the PRESIDENT of the UNITED STATES.
Accompanying a message from the President of the United States of the 13th January, 1806.
EXCELLENCE,
For nearly eleven years, I have been labouring under the weight of misfortune; but, notwithstanding which, my distress was never equal to that which the actual combination of circumstances has made it.
My residence was near Cairo, when there arrived in Alexandria, a brig commanded by captain Hull, in company with general Eaton, who came recommended to me by Mr. Briggs, H. B. M. consul, and enquired of him where I could be found. My place of abode being made known, a courier was dispatched from Cairo, by order of the general, and on his arrival at Razid a second one, which came to Cairo, directed to the House of Tursul Basha, an officer of the Ottoman Porte, who received a letter in which he was requested to suffer me to pass without interruption, in order that I might co-operate with the Americans to take Tripoli. These things being communicated to me, caused me to reflect seriously, whether they could be true or not. All doubts were dispelled by general Eaton meeting in Cairo, my secretary named Mahomed Mezaluma, to whom he consigned another paper, and in company with two Maltese, arrived at Said, my place of residence, and delivered to me a dispatch, urging me to leave that place immediately, in order that we might have a meeting (as really happened) in the city of Damatur, where the general was made known to me, as one who had been sent thither by your excellency for the conquest of the kingdom of Tripoli. I engaged to go with him to Syracuse, and also to keep myself secret, from which circumstance, I was necessarily compelled to abandon all I possessed, and thus lose my horse, camels, &c. Previous to my leaving Damatur, general Eaton offered me the place would never be made, unless I was placed in my own seat (throne) and often swore by himself, that he would never take me from where I was for the sole purpose of making the conquest.
I did not, however, fail to suggest to the general, that in case Jussuf Basha should actually remain conqueror, what part he would take in my favor, as I should not be able to remain any longer in the Turkish dominions. I was answered, if the combinations of war should prove favourable to Jussuf Basha, that a pension would be granted me, sufficient to
maintain my family and suite; the people and money demanded by me, for such a object (for such a movement) were ready; and that I had better expedite my secretary to capt. Hull, to inform him, that the general had come to conduct me from Upper Egypt to Syracuse, but that I could not trust myself at sea, in the manner he had I not been secured by the general. My envoy having executed his commission, arrived first in Syracuse, and afterwards in Malta, in consequence of the absence of captain Hull from the first (place) and whom he afterwards found in the second (Malta) and executed his embassy: he was answered by the same (Hull) that every thing I could possibly want was ready, and in fact, there was sent me a vessel, laden with supplies and provisions, accompanied by the brig commanded by captain Hull, which arrived at Bomba, delivering to the general and myself a dispatch (to him directed) from the commander, in which he rendered Jussuf responsible for every thing I might want: I then asked for cannon, powder, and other warlike supplies, and was answered that a frigate was hourly expected, and that they would be sent to me. Afterwards left Bomba, in company with General Eaton, and we pursued our route towards Derne, arriving near it in twelve hours. Such a voyage made me extremely happy, as well as all my people, while the manner in which we were treated by the general, excited universal admiration: his dignified soul (condign) merits applause. We were severely on the twelfth hour of our voyage, when we saw a schooner which brought us two pieces of cannon, and nothing more. After an attack of two hours, in which all the troops applauded and admire the courage of General Eaton, Derne was taken (as the people of that country were much in our favour) and in which attack the general was wounded in the hand.
After the capture of the city, we received from the chiefs of the brigands, letters offering to join us. After ten days a troop of cavalry and infantry (of the enemy) advanced; they were twice broken and put to flight by us. We now asked from the schooner which had been sent us, people and arms, while there remained a respite and peace, and were waiting an answer, respecting our demand for people and arms, in order that we might go and take Bengaza and Tripoli; in the mean time arrived a frigate which we supposed had brought us people, but she landed a Turkish ambassador from Jussuf Basha, who informed the general of the alliance of Jussuf Basha with your excellency; saying that the said Basha would restore my family, and that your excellency would give me in the name of the United States a pension. The same evening of the arrival of the frigate, the general informed me, that I must embark with all my people; and thus was again compelled to abandon all I possessed—the general having prevented the Turkish ambassador from landing, and thus we parted for Syracuse, where we found the whole squadron.
I daily expected my family, when finally I was told that he (the Basha) would not let them go; having thus broken his word, I demanded of the general, to be replaced in my own country, which was also denied me, saying that he had no orders to that effect from your excellency, and it is thus I find myself in this country, with the small portion of two hundred dollars per month, and on which sum I am to support myself with a number of people. Such a state of things makes me feel that the weight of misfortune has only increased; and for the first time was completely abandoned, and by a great nation; I therefore fling on myself the mercy of your excellency, who under the influence of just laws, will not fail to render me that justice which oppression and misfortune entitle me to.
With the hope of an early reply from your excellency, I remain, &c. &c. &c. (Signed) AGAMEMNON BASHAW. Son of Ali BASHAW, &c. &c. Syracuse, August 5th, 1805. His Excellency, the President of the United States of America.
Miscellaneous.
FROM LONDON PAPERS.
The whole of the lunatics being removed from Bethlehem hospital to St. Luke's and St. Exton, the first day of sale of that vast pile of building commenced on Monday, the ground being purchased by the city of London, for the purpose of erecting a most magnificent fabric, to be divided into lecture theatres, appropriated for history, chemistry, navigation, mathematics, philosophy, genealogy, chronology, and trade; to which will be added, a library, suited to the above, that will surpass any of its kind in Europe. It is said, that upwards of 250,000l. is already subscribed towards this commercial and great undertaking.
Dr. Struyre , Physician of Gorlitz, in Lusatia, has invented a machine, which he calls a Lifeproof, for the purpose of discovering by means of Galvanism, in cases of suspended animation, whether persons are really or only apparently dead. It is made at Gorlitz and costs fifteen dollars.
FRENCH NEWSPAPERS.
Next New-Year's Day, when the old calendar is to be re-enacted in its ancient privileges, a

nal des Debats; on which pensions to the amount of six hundred livres have been granted, because it has such a considerable sale—Were this not the case, it would several times have been suppressed. Its existence is to be ascribed to the new organization. In order to avert the impending storm, the Abbé Geoffroy, has since the 26th of October, assumed the title of Journal de l'Empire, and flatters most grossly. The Publiciste, and the Journal de Commerce, will probably be suffered to continue.
Whether the Argus and the Memorial Anti-Britannique, edited by Barrere, which has very few readers, and has hitherto been supported by the government, will be continued, appears very uncertain.
Lead. Pap.
Extract of a letter from a gentleman, dated Wytke, Virg. Dec. 27, 1805.
"I cannot omit amusing you, with some items of a late discovery in this county. About two miles east of Geo. Wampler, an attempt was made, to sink a pit, to search for salt water. A few feet below the surface, have been found several bones of the mammoth of an unusually large size. One tooth is said to weigh 17lb. and proves it to be a creature that fed on herbage. With these bones are intermixed a number of that of an animal of the largest species of the carnivorous kind; also a number of bones of young or smaller mammoths; and one might conjecture from appearances, that these carcasses have not been more than one hundred years deposited in the earth. Entire pieces of reeds six inches long, & twigs of the pine tree, are found in a large bed of dung, supposed to have been in the intestines of the mammoth, when it was killed. Our acquaintance, the Rev. Mr. Sloniger, is busy in good weather, in having a full search made, for the whole skeleton, which if he succeeds, it probably will give further information concerning the nature and properties of a species of animals now extinct."
Extract of another letter from the same gentleman dated, Wytke, Jan. 4th, 1806.
SIR, I wrote you in haste about two weeks ago. This day I went to the spot where the Mammoth bones are found, and with my own eyes satisfied my own curiosity. The teeth, or rather the grinders are larger than those I have seen, that were found at Campbell's Saline on Holstein, or even those at the Big-bone Lick in Kentucky; these grinders and the substances that appear to have been in the entrails, prove that this monster of the forest has been a creature that fed on herbage. But the linear appearance of this new Lick, and the variety of large bones already dug up, proves, that a part of them belonged to large animals of a carnivorous species. A large tusk or horn has been found, inserted in the head or rather upper jaw, about two feet long, and eight inches in circumference. There have been seven under jaw bones already found of this latter animal, as Mr. Michael Kinfar informs, on whose land this curious deposit is found; by the shape of the horn, and its place so near the nose, the smaller animal may have been a species of the Rhinoceros, one kind of which is said to be the Unicorn of the ancients. But how so many of them have been laid prostrate on the same spot with the Mammoth, and of those by the teeth found, there must have been several, makes the whole a matter of some admiration. Bishop Madison will be disappointed in getting an entire skeleton; the bones, at least several of them after having been exposed several days in the open air become brittle, and the country people have carried off several of the teeth, particularly the grinders of the Mammoth, are in a good state of preservation, and may bear transportation any where.
Domestic Intelligence.
From the National Intelligencer.
The awakened spirit of the nation will hail with satisfaction the resolutions laid by Mr. Gregg on the table of the house of representatives on Wednesday. There are those who regret, and we rank ourselves of the number, that the unjust conduct of Britain has not received from the representatives of the nation, an earlier notice. As that injustice appeared to be deliberate and systematic, we considered it as requiring a firm and vigorous resistance. Entertaining no doubt of the adequacy of our resources to command redress, or to punish injustice, we should have rejoiced, if Congress had refused an attention to all minor concerns, until they had unequivocally manifested their determination to repel the aggressions of this power. But another course has been pursued—and now, although we cannot but deprecate the delay which has taken place, we are ready to acknowledge it has been attended with some peculiar benefits. It has served to convince every one, that our councils, exempt from a spirit of precipitation or passion, have been solicitous to shew by their patience and forbearance, an ardent desire for a good understanding with foreign nations. It has likewise given an opportunity to our fellow citizens in every part of the union, to make themselves acquainted with the important subject presented to their consideration, and to express their sentiments on it, together with the course proper, in their opinion, to be pursued. It has further enabled the representatives of the people to become better acquainted with the subject than they might otherwise have been; and no doubt can be entertained but that they have by this time reflected calmly and dispassionately on the best course to be pursued, without being exposed to that aberration, which sometimes springs from the vehement collision of conflicting opinions.
In every aspect in which the subject can be viewed, it is now ripe for legislative discussion. And never, perhaps has the legislative discussion of a great national question presented itself under more favorable auspices.
The people are indignant at the wrongs committed upon them; and there is but one sentiment as to the necessity of taking some firm and vigorous steps. While, however, the undissenting voice of the nation demands some measures of vigor, reposing confidently in the government, there has been no premature or embarrassing dictation of measures. The field of legislation is large and unoccupied. Those who are to bear the responsibility, are left free to adopt the measures which shall be deemed by them the most expedient. And let them rest assured, that whatever diversity of opinion may exist on this point, there is not a good citizen, who will not, when the legislature shall have preferred the course to be pursued, not merely acquiesce in it, but who will not, with a vigor suited to trying occasions, give it that energetic support, that shall insure it a complete success. With justice on our side, with the bold conduct of our enemies, and with an undiminished love of peace, we may, perhaps, be compelled by the folly of others, to develop the energies of a republican government. Should this prove the case, we shall be wofully mistaken,
if it is made to appear, that the power of a free people is not only competent to the maintenance of their own rights, but that it may likewise be made terrible to those who invade them. Even the proposed measure, pacific as it is, and short of the length to which circumstances may eventually drive us, will, it carried into effect, strike dismay throughout the empire of Britain. Her embarrassed trade, and ruined manufactures, should she persist in her ill-starred policy, will present a more eloquent remonstrance than she has been accustomed to hear. It may be, and we sincerely hope it will be, that the foresight of these evils will induce her to abandon the unjust principles and practices which have produced this solemn crisis.
In connection with this topic, we offer to our readers the following account by Cobbett, in his Political Register of the 26th October, of the dispute between the U. States and Great-Britain. The subject is so important, that the fullest information should be given upon it; nor is it uninteresting to be apprised of the feelings and impressions of the adverse party.
DISPUTE WITH AMERICA.
"As this dispute is of considerable importance in itself, and as it is likely to give rise to much public discussion, it will be proper to state, at the outset, the nature of the case, in a manner somewhat more full and correct, than it yet has been stated in the public prints. The first information of the existence of the dispute, was communicated to the public through the Morning Chronicle of the 10th inst. and it is very evident, that the article alluded to came from the pen of some one, who wished to put the people of this country upon the American side of the dispute, the insertion of the article here, previous to my statement of the case, will, I hope, be regarded as a proof of that fairness, which, it is my wish, should be apparent in every part of that share, however trifling it may be, that I shall take in the discussion."
"It appears (from the American papers) that an account of the decisions which have recently taken place in our courts of admiralty, had been received in America, and had given rise to the most serious complaints against this country. The papers are full of the matter, and they threaten reprisals in a way which demands, on our part, a little favorable reflection on our conduct. The Americans complain of all the European powers in different ways, and perhaps with reason. It is material that our readers should know the precise nature of their complaint against us, and we shall endeavor to state it in few words. So long ago as the year 1799, an American ship called the Essex, captain Orne, took in a cargo of wine at Barcelona, for Salem. It was landed at Salem, and paid the custom house duties there; it was then re-shipped on board the same vessel, and the ship sailed for the Havanna. In her voyage she was taken by an English cruiser, and carried into a West-India island, where, after a long discussion, she was declared a lawful prize, as Spanish property. An appeal was made to England, and the case came on to be argued here about eight months ago, when the council for the captors set up an argument, for the first time, founded on an old and almost absolute practice, that the touching at Salem, and landing of cargo there, was a mere subterfuge, that the original intention was to carry the cargo to the Havanna, and that, in fact, the voyage from Salem to the Havanna, was a continuation of the original voyage. The lords of appeal said this was a most important consideration, and required time to deliberate on it. After an interval of three months, they decided upon this argument, that it was a lawful capture. As soon as this doctrine became known in our navy, the cruisers seized and brought in a number of vessels under the same circumstances, and several decisions have been made. The Essex was the case of an American vessel, which took in a cargo at Guadaloupe, carried it to New-York, there landed the sugars, paid the port duties, &c. forthwith re-shipped them, and sailed for Antwerp. In the voyage the ship was taken, and on a trial before Sir William Scott, he solemnly decided, on the new argument, (which, however, he said, was founded on an old doctrine) that it was a continuation of the original voyage, and the ship was condemned. Many others followed. It was a God-send to our men of war and privateers, for the Americans conceived themselves perfectly safe in pursuing this course, as it had been acted upon without question through the whole of the last war. Several instances have occurred indeed, where the ships brought in upon this pretext have been released. Whenever the captured party could exhibit satisfactory proof, that the cargo was originally intended for the American market, that it was advertised for sale, exposed in an open market, offered at a price, &c. and that it was evidently re-shipped only because the owner could not find a purchaser; then it has been held, that the capture was not legal. But the course of the trade was the other way, and though it was a doctrine good only until it came to be known, yet the depreciation upon America, to which it has given rise, are enormous. And this complaint is, that the practice having gone on, without interruption or question, during the whole of the last war, and until this decision of the case of the Essex, they sought, in fairness, to have had notice of our return to the old obsolete practice; and that all the condemnations made without such notice, are unjust, violent and hostile. These are the facts as we understand them. We trust we have stated the case fairly. A strong memorial has been presented by the American minister, to Lord Hawkesbury on the occasion; and his answer, as transmitted a few days ago, was, that it was a case of such importance, as to demand time for serious investigation. We trust it will receive serious investigation, and also a candid, speedy, and fair answer. We have had too much of hasty violence, and tardy atonement. Our maritime strength does not so much depend on the power of seizure, as on the freedom of our commerce. And we ought not, either in justice or in policy, to drive America to measures of reprisal. If she should lay an embargo on all exports to our West-India islands for only six months, what would be our and their condition? And even without that act of vengeance, a non-importation agreement of British manufactures for one year, would be a loss to this country of seven millions sterling."
"The observations with which this article closes, will demand some little notice by-and-by. At present it is only necessary to say, that they appear to betray the origin of the statement; and, if it should be found that I am correct, it will certainly be evident, that this statement is not so."
(To be continued.)
Extract of a letter from a gentleman of respectability in London, to his friend in Alexandria, dated 4th Nov. 1805.
"I have lately written to you very frequently, relative to the decisions of the courts of admiralty, in all cases of vessels touching in America, and then forming a second voyage. It is now held that no Colonial produce can be brought from America to Europe, unless the holders of the property as well as the vessel has been changed. If this government adheres to this rule it will produce no other inconvenience than deductions which have already been committed on American property; but notwithstanding the present amicable professions, it is apprehended that the late seizures, are only a prelude to other measures, and that if the British ministry can flatter themselves with sufficient success on the continent of Europe to justify themselves in braving the vengeance of the U. S. that they will not hesitate to do so. A pamphlet has lately appeared, which has attracted the attention of the nation generally, and which is said to speak the sentiments of Mr. Pitt, called "War in disguise," which attempts to prove that the French colonies are better supplied, and that the productions are brought from thence on better terms than could be the case if France had any pretensions to equality by sea, and recommending that America should be limited in her commerce to all colonies of Europe, to carry her own provisions there and to bring from thence molasses and rum only for her own consumption. The ministry will probably be guided by the war on the continent. The total annihilation of the first and greatest Austrian army has made them for the present breathe moderately, and if success should generally attend the arms of France, in all likelihood America will not be molested, by any new measures—but whatever depends on caprice is liable to change, and as the present administration has no fixed principle of action, it would be well in every shipment of colonial produce, to effect insurance of a part of it at least in America, for though the underwriters at Lloyds are in the habit of giving a private agreement separate from the policy, that capture or arrestation by a British cruiser, shall be sufficient cause of abandonment, yet it is expected the government will attach a penalty to such agreements, and likewise before advice can arrive to effect insurance in London; the most sensible alteration may have taken place in the proceedings of the courts of admiralty which merely speak the will of the minister, and are neither actuated by law nor justice."
From a St. John's (New-Brunswick) paper.
AMERICAN COLONIES.
Extract of a letter from a gentleman in London to his friend in this city.
"The prosperity of the remaining colonies occupies the attention of Lord _____, as intimately blended with the interest of the mother country; but it will be necessary for them to co-operate with his lordship, by evincing their willingness and capability to be useful. There are doubts entertained by some respecting the utility of retaining the islands, as they call them, of America, from an idea of their being a continual source of expense, and extending our line of defence, without any probable advantage to be derived from them. However erroneous these opinions are, they certainly operate to your disadvantage, and ought to be counteracted as speedily as possible. This cannot be so effectually done as by demonstrating our capability of supplying the West Indies with fish and lumber, and if possible furnishing this country with hemp, at least a proportion of this article. The former will relieve Great-Britain from a sort of dependence on the United States, who are ready enough to avail themselves of it; and the latter lessen our dependence on Russia; both desirable objects and which cannot fail to benefit the colonies. Increase your consequence, and your friends will increase."
"Hemp is an article of great importance to this country, and might, I should think, be productive of great advantage to the colonies. It is a ready money commodity, requires less manual labor than Indian corn in its cultivation, and is, I believe, as in winter, when labor is scarce generally idle. I am informed there are large quantities of land well adapted to its growth in New-Brunswick. The colonial legislature could not adopt a wiser measure than to give bounties to set it agoing; when the farmers realize the benefits, they will need no other stimulus to pursue it. It will not require a large capital, and if a company could be formed who would pay cash upon delivery at any of the depots, it would operate powerfully. In insolvency I have no doubt this government would contract for all you could grow, and if the company chose would continue such a contract. The Russian company do not contract; it is an article of commerce, and like any other, they take the chance of the market; they pay in goods for all the articles they purchase, generally 12 months in advance. In the infancy of such a company that cannot be expected; and perhaps it is more desirable to pay in money, as there are so few commodities your country produces, which will command it."
Extract of a letter from London, to a gentleman in Boston dated Nov. 6th, 1805.
"The late condemnation of your citizen's property has we fear raised a serious flame in the U. S. and if persisted in by our government we dread the consequences. We hand you enclosed a pamphlet called "War in disguise, or the frauds of neutral flags," which make much noise here. It is said to be the production of Mr. Stephen, a pleader of eminence before the Lords of Council. We are full of anxiety to learn the effect of the late decisions with you. In Boston, we heard some time ago, all were in a flame."
From the Charles City Gazette.
The late extraordinary proceedings of the British against our commerce have for their object, (it is pretended) to hinder us from supplying his majesty's enemies; however, it appears, if credit can be given to several letters received in this city, that that government makes no objection to its own subjects holding correspondence with some of the belligerents. These letters state that the house of Sir Francis Baring and Co. and two other houses in London, have contracted to supply the Spanish government with 12 millions of dollars to take the government drafts on South America.
It is supposed, that by this business those merchants will gain from seven to eight millions of dollars, as the profit on the exchange from Madrid to London has been as high as twenty per cent. and no doubt a discount is allowed on the bills of twenty-five or thirty per cent.; as these were the discounts which were allowed generally last war to those who purchased government bills on the Havanna, and as far as one hundred has been allowed for bills on Vera Cruz.
Interesting extract of a letter from London, dated 21st November, 1805.
"This government has granted licences to Neutral Vessels who take in a proportion of their cargoes in Great Britain, to proceed to the Spanish colonies to the south of the Line, provided the return cargoes are engaged to be brought to this country; and I have now several expeditions of this nature under my direction for the account of houses on the Continent, who prefer subjecting themselves to the conditions, ministers have imposed for the toleration of that trade, to the risk of detention and its consequences, even in the event of restitution."
New-York paper.
NORFOLK, February 3.
"We are sorry to state from the information of captain Parrot, of the Schooner Sarah, from Bermuda, that the valuable ship John Jay, captain Fry, from Batavia to a port in the United States, was in sight of that island for adjudication, about the 17th January. The John Jay, we think, belongs to Providence, (R. I.) Captain P. says, that it was in the United States, that all ships bound from the ports of the enemies colonies, would be in for adjudication if met with. (Norf. Ledger.)
BALTIMORE, February 1.
By the James, we learn that the attempt of an insurrection among the blacks was nearly quelled; three of the principal negroes engaged in it had been apprehended and hung. Material law was to have been taken off a few days after. Accounts had reached Trinidad that there had been an insurrection among the blacks at Tobago. Fed. Gaz.
PHILADELPHIA, January 30.
The question for changing the seat of the State Government, was lost in the House of Representatives on the 28th instant—it is of course continued at Lancaster.
The Legislature of the state of New-York, commenced its session at Albany, on Tuesday, the 21st January.
The Council of Appointment, composed of the following gentlemen, met on the 24th ult. His Excellency Governor Lewis.
John Schenck, Senator Southern district.
Joshua H. Brett, do. Middle do.
Stephen Thorn, do. Eastern do.
Jedediah Peck, do. Western do.
Extract of a letter from Trinidad to a gentleman in this city dated 24th Dec.
"We are once more under martial law. It was proclaimed on the 14th inst. in consequence of having discovered, that the Negroes intended to revolt. Three of the ringleaders have been executed. Business goes on as usual—Flour 8 to 9 dollars."
Mer. Adv.
The consequence of the extraordinary proclamation of Gen. Ferrand, of St. Domingo, published some time since, is, that several strong French privateers have come round to Matanzas to capture American vessels and property, agreeably to that Proclamation. Ib.
The Enquirer.
RICHMOND, 8th FEBRUARY.
PROTEST against PROTEST.
The reader will recollect Mr. Miller's resolutions presented to the House of Delegates, with regard to the federal Administration. He will recollect the almost unexampled support which they received in that body. When they went forward to the Senate, he will recollect their having received some few amendments, which did not materially effect the sense, and their having passed through that body with but one dissentient vote. That dissentient vote was the vote of Philip Doddridge, Esq. Not contented, however, with giving this ineffectual vote, Mr. D. was determined to record it with its reasons in the following protest, entered upon the journals of the Senate. As this protest has received the approbation and the praise of his federal friends; as Mr. Doddridge not contented with holding a seat in the Senate of Virginia to which his opinions do not entitle him, is said to be now aspiring to a seat in Congress, in the room of John G. Jackson Esq. we have conceived it proper to lay it verbatim before our readers:
In Senate, Monday, Jan. 20th, 1806.
This dissentient protest against so much of the said resolution as declares the confidence of the General Assembly, in the wisdom, virtue and firmness of the President:
1st. Because, by the constitution of the United States, the power to appoint a President is given to the electors of the several states, and not to the states; and the power of removal to the proper authorities of the general government; and consequently the right to judge of the President's virtues or vices, as a man and of his qualifications as a public officer belongs to the electors as incident to the power of appointment, while to judge officially of his official conduct belongs to the proper authorities, as incident to the power of removal; whence it follows, that so far as the terms wisdom, virtue and firmness are intended, by the resolution, to apply to the President, either as an individual or as president, the General Assembly are not delegated to apply them, nor can they express an official opinion. This dissentient, therefore protests against the wasting of time and the public money in passing resolutions founded on no legitimate authority, and which, in his opinion, can have no other tendency, than, for a while to hide from public view the vices of a character already too apparent to be concealed.
2nd. Because the endowments of wisdom, virtue and firmness, so far as this dissentient can discern, are not in truth possessed by the gentleman who is now President; and this dissentient protests against so much of the resolution as attributes them to him, for the following reasons and arguments:—
It is justly said, that to be wise, is to possess a luminous perception of the truth, with the faculty to make the best use of it; and although a luminous perception of the truth may be enjoyed by this gentleman, yet, that he does not possess the faculty to make the best, or even a good use of it, this dissentient thinks is fully evinced by the following facts:—
In 1782, when the people of these states had neither experienced those party dissensions, nor known those intolerant principles which now agitate them; when the honest opinions of our statesmen were communicated without disguise; at a time too when the gentleman who is now President enjoyed the advantages of ripened years, and long and various experience, he perceived, and in "the notes on Virginia" maintained this truth; that because the executive and judiciary officers of Virginia were appointed by the legislature and held their salaries at its will, "all the powers of government, legislative, executive and judiciary, if united in the same hands, precisely the definition of despotic government;" but notwithstanding the perception of this truth, did as President approve an act of Congress, the passing of which he had advised, abolishing the offices of fifteen judges, who held their appointments under the constitution, during good behaviour; the consequence of which act was, as this dissentient supposes, that the judiciary powers of the United States "resulted to the legislative body," which, in part, "is precisely the definition of despotic government."
At the same period, 1782, this gentleman perceived the truth of that policy which would deny to a foreigner an admission to the rights of citizenship among us; and maintained in his "notes on Virginia" that it was "better to carry our provisions and materials to workmen abroad, than to bring them to the provisions and materials and with them their pernicious manners and principles;" but so far from making any use of this truth after he became President, approved laws admitting aliens to the rights of citizenship on easier terms, and upon a shorter residence than were before required of them.
From the "notes on Virginia," it further appears, that this gentleman in 1782, perceived this self-evident truth, "that as the external habits of our countrymen attach them to commerce, our commerce and coasts ought to be defended, by fleets as strong as the weaker nations of Europe holding possessions in one neighbourhood "can detach"—"That the sea is the field on which we should meet an European enemy" and "that on that element it is necessary we should possess some force," and yet was so far from making a proper use of this truth, that, when a private citizen condemned the use of it by the late President; and when he had attained to that office himself, at a time when those disputes with Tripoli, which ended in war, were de-
pending, he was content to compare all the naval armaments, which an act of the former administration authorised the President to sell, when he should deem it proper, and within a few days before the commencement of that war advised and executed a measure for disbarring a large proportion of the marines, by the laws of the past administration, ordered to be retained in service; whose places he was compelled to supply by an almost immediate enlistment. This gentleman's want of wisdom, as President, is further evidenced, by the omission to repair our heaviest frigates and equip them for the Mediterranean service, during the two first years of the war with Tripoli, when their services were constantly necessary and demanded by the Commander; by his order appointing a time for the sailing of these frigates to the Mediterranean; and his omission to ascertain their readiness until the time had arrived; by his order dispatching the frigate Adams, with her full complement of men, provisions and guns, without her gun carriages, to notify the Commander of the condition of the others; by his advice to Congress to erect dry docks for the navy; and by his communications, respecting "a mountain of solid rock salt, 180 miles long, and 45 miles wide, said to be situated somewhere in Louisiana, without one "flub or tree" upon it.
If the term virtue in the resolution is intended to mean moral and political integrity, one single transaction of this gentleman's life renders his destitution of this quality apparent to the most diffident understanding; this he begs leave to state, passing, by all those other numerous circumstances which have weight on his mind.
On the sixth day of September, 1799, when James Thompson Callendar was engaged writing a book, called the "Prospect before us," libelling the public and private reputation of the deliverer of this country, General Washington, and of Mr. Adams, then President, a book containing such foul and base calumnies as have perhaps never been equalled by the wickedness of the worst men in the most corrupt times, the now President wrote a letter to him in which are these words: "Mr. Jefferson (a relative of that name) is here and directs his agent to call on you with this and pay you 50 dollars on account of the book you are about to publish; when it is out be so good as to send me 2 or 3 copies, and the rest only when I shall send for them;" and on the sixth day of October following, when that book was nearly printed, wrote to Mr. Callendar another letter, in which are these words: "I thank you for the proof sheets you enclosed me; such papers cannot fail to produce the best effect. They inform the thinking part of the nation and these again supported by the tax-gatherers as their coadjutors, for the people's rights." The writer of was the "Prospect before us" was fined and imprisoned for the publication of that book, and the President having attained to his office, ordered the fine to be refunded without an appropriation by law. This dissentient concludes from these facts that he may be very erroneous indeed, but he cannot resolve that the President is virtuous, without prostituting the term, and with it the clearest convictions of his own understanding.
If firmness confides in that stability of character which enables us to pursue the purposes of our own minds, in a conformity of actions with principles, then it seems to this dissentient that most of the reasons urged against the President's wisdom and virtue are conclusive against his firmness; he who believes in the necessity of a navy, and yet opposes its establishment, and when established destroys or weakens it; and when praised by the public emergencies to restore it, replaces it with gun-boats, in the dissentient's opinion has not the firmness to acknowledge a past error, and his opinion is the same respecting him, who advises against the admission of foreign manufacturers into this country, yet renders more easy the admission to citizenship; who deplores the submission of the judiciary to the legislative body, yet advises and compels that submission, who could complain in an inaugural address eulogize the character of General Washington, in a manner as universal as the mind can conceive and the tongue declare; in short, in this dissentient's opinion there is no weakness more deplorable than that which disqualifies a great man to be contented with himself at any two periods of his life.
This Dissentient protests against the preamble.
1st. Because the constitution of the United States has confided to the President, with the advice and consent of the Senate; the power of making treaties, and to Congress that of levying war, and as incident to the last the right to decide on causes of war. Congress are now deliberating on all the subjects referred to in the preamble, and respect for their authority requires that this Assembly should leave those subjects to their decision, while our duty to our own constituents seems to demand that we should not exercise, in their name, a power not delegated by them to us.
2nd. Because from a view of all the documents published, this dissentient, is not satisfied that the United States have acquired any right to the province of West Florida, and unless they have, the reversals of Spain are justified by the measures of the administration, in regard to that province; on this subject however, he will cheerfully abide and support the decision of those to whom the power of judging belongs. This dissentient knowing of no other nation except England to which the other complaints in the preamble can justly relate at this time, cannot approve those general phrases which may give offence to nations not meriting censure, nor can he approve of that timidity which shrinks from mentioning England when England is intended.
3rd. Because that part of the preamble which acknowledges that "our coasts are infested, our harbours variance with the resolution and may be converted into fortresses. Our gun-boats are either not equal to the ordered to defend them; if the first be true, the folly of erecting them appears to be demonstrated; if the latter, then the President's firmness is rendered in some degree questionable.
Conceiving that so much of the resolution is proposed the support of this state to such measures as the general government may ordain in relation to foreign nations, comes within the powers of the General Assembly, this dissentient most readily concurs therein. P. DODDRIDGE.
REFLECTIONS.
Let us review this extraordinary protest! "The General Assembly (says he) has no right to judge of the President's virtues or vices as a man, and of his qualifications as a public officer;" nor "to judge officially of his official conduct;" because whatever opinion they may have formed of his virtues or qualifications, they have no right to "appoint" him, or what judgment they may pass upon his official conduct, they have no right to "remove" him. The present, however, is not a new nor unprecedented exercise of power. The dissentient did not recollect, when he made this protest, what a vehement censure he was passing upon the unofficial conduct of his political friends during the two first administrations. Ere the objection escaped him, he should have cast into the flames, the fulsome addresses of the federal legislature of the union, offered up, not at a time like the present, when a real war threatens to assail us, and when it is necessary to express our confidence in the men who are to guide us in the combat, but in a moment of profound peace, or of imaginary danger. He should have cast into the same flames, the volumes of adulatory addresses, which were presented during the long period by the federal towns and districts of the union. Were they authorized "to judge of the constitutional conduct" of gen. Washington or Mr. Adams? They had no more authority to appoint or to remove the President, than the Virginia legislature. Either then let Mr. Doddridge confess that the greater part of his friends are guilty of the same assumption of power, or let him grant the same impunity to the Virginia

Legislature, which he claimed to be a precedent... But it is not precedent alone which justifies the practice; there is nothing in the constitution of Virginia or of the U. S. which virtually forbids it. The last certainly forbids the appointment or removal of the President by the state legislature; but are not those very different from the power of judging of his official qualifications or conduct? If the power of "official judgment" were co-extensive only with the power of appointment or removal, might not this consequence follow, that though the President should violate the constitution of the United States, & encroach upon the state authorities, the legislature would have no right to "judge" of his conduct, because they neither had the right of appointing nor of removing him? We admit, that though the power of "official judgment" is not prohibited by the constitution, yet that the respect due by the states to the federal authority, and the probable danger of insensible encroachment, should teach them to exercise it with the utmost circumspection. We should not wish, for example, to see the executive of the different states so frequently commenting upon federal matters, or the Legislature offering up the most adulatory addresses to the President, when the public good does not require the expression of their sentiments. But the present resolution is not from the executive but from the legislature; it is not dictated by a wish to exhibit the triumphs of a party, or to flatter the vanity of their chief, but from a wish to inform foreign nations of the resolution with which we will oppose their aggression and the confidence with which we will support our present administration. Even the dissentient himself would have "readily concurred" in "so much of the resolution as promises the support of this State to such measures as the general government may ordain in relation to foreign nations," had he not entertained some doubts about our right to the province of West Florida." Even the dissentient himself would have joined in a measure, which was calculated to bear to foreign countries the idea of our unanimity and confidence, had his understanding been unequivocally enlisted on our side. How then can he reconcile it to himself, to deny to the rest of his colleagues the right of avowing their approbation not only of the cause for which we may contend, but of the government who is to conduct us; when that avowal may inspire foreign nations with a greater respect for our unanimity and respect; and when that "official judgment" is neither expressly nor by implication forbidden by either of the constitutions of their country? Let us add, how can Mr. Doddridge reconcile it to the character of a liberal and ingenious spirit, to attribute "no other tendency" to this Resolution, "than to hide from public view, the vices of a character, already too apparent to be concealed" when it is impossible but he must know how strongly the display of public spirit in a representative government is calculated to modify the measures of an adversary nation? "To be wife" (says our dissentient under his second count) is to possess a luminous perception of the truth, with the faculty to make the best use of it." We will not quibble about definitions; though the present is too vague to admit of a general acquiescence. Many men deserve the character of wise men, who are entirely divested of the "faculty of making the best use" of their extensive information. They are found philosophers in theory, tho' entirely unacquainted with the details of its application. There is another class of wise men, who possess the character, because they have the "faculty of making the best use" of the little information which they possess. Let not Mr. Doddridge then accuse us of a want of liberality, when for this reason, we give him a seat among the wise men, though he has thought proper to exclude Mr. Jefferson from all pretensions to their society, because with all his extensive information, he has not the faculty of applying it to the best purposes. Let the accuracy of the definition, however, be completely admitted; let no one hereafter pass under the character of a wise man, who has not only "a luminous perception of the truth," but who has the "faculty to make the best use of it;" of what avail will this be to the dissentient? We ask him, how many truths it is necessary to perceive, to come up to his standard of wisdom? We ask him how many truths a man must lose the faculty of applying, before he can lose his pretensions to wisdom? But we more particularly demand, why, in judging of Mr. Jefferson, he does not look at him for what he is, and why he goes back 22 years to see what he has been? To prove that Mr. Jefferson is not now a wise man, he must take Mr. J. as he is, with all his present perceptions and his actual faculties. He must not travel back 22 years and compare his perceptions at that day with his present practice; but he must admit the pretensions of his opponent, if he does not prove him wanting in the faculty of making the best use of those truths, of which he has now a luminous perception. Mr. Doddridge may indeed escape from this embarrassment, by the paradoxical assertion, that no man is wise who ever changes his perceptions. He must suppose that the fixedness of opinion is the principal attribute of wisdom, and that he only can be a sage, who continues to think in spite of experience, and to cling to propensities when every reason has evaporated that gave them colouring. But in the language of an ingenious moralist, we may say: "There is no man knows better than the man of talents, that he was a fool; for there is no man that finds in the records of his memory such astonishing disparities to contrast with each other. He can recollect up to what period he was jejune, and up to what period he was dull. He can call to mind the innumerable errors of speculation he has committed, that would almost disgrace an idiot. His life divides itself in his conception into distinct periods, and he has said to himself ten times in its course, from such a time I began to live; the mass of what went before, was too poor to be recollected with complacency. In reality each of these stages was an improvement upon that which went before; and it is perhaps only at the last of them that he became, what the ignorant vulgar supposed he was from the moment of his birth." "The Notes on Virginia" were written in the year 1781; the measures which Mr. Doddridge has put into opposition to the opinions of their author, were brought forth in 1801 and 1802. Who can presume to say, how many old opinions he would have discarded or how many new truths he might have perceived, within that long period! It is in vain to say that Mr. Jefferson even at that time "enjoyed the advantages of ripened years, and long and various experience;" for independently of the length of the interval, the importance of the events, and the nature of the experience which it involved, might have eminently changed the perceptions of his understanding. His Notes were written in a crisis of war, when every thing is unfavourable to calm speculation. It was a war, which was about to make his country what it never had been before, independent of a foreign power, which changed the whole course of its existing policy, and even changed the destiny of the whole world by the introduction of a republican government. Every thing was full of
change; institutions were expiring and coming into life; men knew not what to think of the scenes that were passing before their eyes, much less of grasping at the condition which was to succeed them. A period of peace and independence ensued. The events which it produced were of a different cast from those which had occurred during our colonial condition or during the unsettled tumults of the war. New experiments were made upon the basis of an unexampled country, and the theory of a republican government: new views arose upon the understandings of our statesmen. Even then had Mr. Jefferson been a Mathusalem in age, he could not at that time have been a Solomon in wisdom, since he could not say there had been "nothing new to him from the sun." But how is this inconsistency established between his opinions in 1781, and his actions in 1801? What truths did he perceive during the former period, which he has forgotten or abandoned during the last? Review Mr. Doddridge's statement, and see whether there is a single fact, which establishes the assertion. If we take up his first quotation from "the notes on Virginia" relative to the judiciary department, what a frivolous illustration have we of "much ado about nothing!" Why refer to "the notes" at all for this almost universal definition of despotic power? It is to be found in almost every writer on political checks and balances. It is not the opinion of Mr. Jefferson alone, an inhabitant of Virginia and deciding upon a mere question of national policy; it is on the general structure of government. Why refer to it? because it was not the wish of Mr. D. to prove that Mr. J. had done an act which was hostile to republican government, but one which was at war with his own previous perceptions. Mr. Doddridge methinks, wisdom ; he had ransacked the whole course of Mr. Jefferson's long life to prove that he "had no faculty to make use" of his perceptions of truth; and not finding more than two cases, (the one relative to a navy, the other to the migration of foreigners) which seemed to countenance his position, he was willing, say rather he was compelled, to eke out the exhibition, by bringing in a general maxim of Mr. Jefferson's, not at all admitting of a specific application, to that particular action, but capable of being twisted by a forced construction into a charge of inconsistency. Methinks, it would have been better for Mr. D. to have cut up "the notes" into small phrases, each of which he might have twisted into a charge of inconsistency, & by fixing them upon every minute action of Mr. J.'s life, to prove him guilty of innumerable inconsistencies. But the fact which he assumes is not more inaccurate, than the conclusion, which he draws from it. There is no exercise, here, of despotic power. The judges did not hold "their appointments under the constitution" but under a repealable law. Why however fatigue the reader by repeating the volume of arguments urged in justification of this measure? Why call up, from their graves, these "sixteen judges" who like Macbeth's witches owe their birth to a midnight hour? (To be continued.)
THE VIRGINIA LEGISLATURE
adjourned on Thursday, after an active and we may add an abortive session. We speak the language of truth, when we declare that it opened under circumstances of peculiar distrust and agitation. Some incidents which had preceded and some which had occurred about the commencement of the session, seemed to forebode that the republican party was dividing among themselves; and the federalists began to conceive the highest hopes of forming new allies and enjoying new triumphs. The progress of the session has disappointed their expectations; and the assembly has adjourned in the most complete tranquillity. The dissensions of Pennsylvania had excited our deepest attention and regret; but we feared that the meeting of the Legislature would give rise to scenes though not equal in their degree, yet similar in their tendency. Some difference of opinion had existed during the last winter in this city, respecting the principles and conduct of some distinguished republicans; we feared that the present winter would revive and ripen the dispute. Some shades of difference had appeared during the same period, and especially in the public caucus held in the Capitol, respecting the proportion of official influence to be granted to the federalists, particularly in the management of the bank; we could not but fear that new circumstances would give additional impulse to this contrary of opinion. It was impossible, therefore, to look forward to the opening of the session without considerable anxiety, and some alarm. When two republican candidates were brought forward for the governor's chair, when we observed the members of the legislature not only dividing among themselves, but silently though as yet slightly suspecting the principles if not of all, at least of a few who supported different candidates; when we observed about 5-6ths of the federalists of the house attached to one of the candidates; and the whole body of the party afterwards manifesting their joy on his election, we could not but look upon the scene which Virginia exhibited without a greater portion of alarm. We believed, however, as we believed at first, that these dissensions would be confined in a small degree to a small body of the Virginians assembled in Richmond; we believed that the great mass of the people were either ignorant of the causes of the difference, or interested only in a small degree by their comparative insignificance; we saw that a republican governor was elected by the legislature, though not perhaps by a republican majority; and we waited with confident hope though not without some anxiety for the appearance of new indications. Meanwhile the federalists of the north caught the sound of discord; they exultingly proclaimed that the staunch "old dominion" was about to divide and weaken its strength; they called upon their friends not to despair. What now is the situation of parties among us? Our little dissensions have gradually died away during the winter; more interesting concerns have taken the place of the appointment of a governor; the resolution about expressing their confidence in the wisdom, virtue and firmness of the President, was adopted in the House of Delegates by 151 votes to 83, whilst in the Senate it had but one dissentient vote; on the question about calling a convention, in which many general principles were brought into view, members were divided without any regard to their former differences of opinion; scarce a sentence of proscriptive was uttered after the elections were over, and the session closed in the most perfect political harmony. Let then the federalists of this state and of the north dismiss their exultation! Virginia still presents a firm and undivided phalanx at all times ready to support a republican administration, and to defeat the hopes and designs of its enemies. So far as respects the exercise of their legislative powers, the history of the present assembly is nothing more in fact than the "histo-
ry of reversals." They have begun much and done little. Perhaps no legislature ever sat in the Capitol, that was a more decided enemy to innovation. In the extracts which we have made from the Journals of the house, in the debates, and in the epitome of the acts which we have published, the reader will have seen the nature and the fate of many of these measures. A few others remain, whose tale is yet to be told: The bill to extend the jurisdiction of a single magistrate to 20 dollars, and to abolish petitions for small debts, passed the House of Delegates; Ayes 89, Noes 62, but was lost in the Senate by the casting vote of the Speaker. The provisions of this bill were nearly similar to that which passed the House of Delegates at the last session. As far as 10 dollars, the decision of a single magistrate was final. From 10 to 20 dollars, an appeal might be taken; but to prevent appeals for the sake of delay, a stay of execution and execution issued against both principal and security. On an execution no security could be taken. If an officer returned "no effects," up on an execution might be issued by the clerk of the court against the body of the defendant. To relieve magistrates from the trouble of taking bonds, the bare acknowledgment of the party and his security endorsed on the warrant was declared sufficient. The bill to prevent the emancipation of slaves within this commonwealth, was lost in the House of Delegates, on the question for reading a third time. Ayes 73, Noes 75. A clause which was afterwards introduced by the Senate as an amendment to the bill concerning slaves &c. and agreed to by the House of Delegates (Ayes 94, Noes 65,) permits emancipation as heretofore, but directs that the slaves emancipated shall leave the state in twelve months thereafter, or shall forfeit all right to freedom. The amendment to the constitution of the United States proposed by the state of Kentucky, which has for its object the abridgment of the judicial power, as it respects "controversies between citizens of different states, controversies between citizens of the same state claiming lands under grants from different states, and controversies between citizens of a state, and citizens or subjects of a foreign state," was referred to the consideration of a committee, and after some time had elapsed, the committee was discharged from the further consideration of the subject. The blank in the resolution for appointing commissioners to digest a new judiciary system, was filled up with the names of George Wythe, Spencer Roane, St. George Tucker, Francis T. Brooke, Robert White, Alexander Smyth, Philip N. Nicholas, Edmund Randolph, John Wickham, George Hay and John Taylor. Upon coming before the Senate, they added, John Marshall, Wm. B. Giles, and Daniel Call. Upon returning it to the House of Delegates, the resolution was postponed till the 31st of March. The collision which took place between the two houses about the right of the Senate to amend an appropriation bill, was uncommonly animated and exhibited the most striking instance of what the French call the esprit de corps , that can perhaps be found in the annals of legislation. Both houses were unanimous in the support of their respective privileges. There was not a member of the Senate, who did not support the claim of that body to the right of amendment; there was not a member in the House of Delegates, who did not oppose it. We must reserve for our next paper, a more complete account of this dispute, with an able report of Mr. Jefferson during the session of 1778, in opposition to the claims of the Senate. This question it will be observed, by referring to the Journals of the House of Delegates, has been submitted by a resolution of that house, to the consideration of the people.
EXTRACTS FROM THE JOURNALS OF THE HOUSE OF DELEGATES.
Tuesday, February 4. The bill, "To appropriate the public revenue," was taken up, together with the amendments proposed by the Senate to the said bill; when, on motion, Resolved unanimously, that the said amendments be rejected. Ordered, That Mr. Smyth (of Wythe) acquaint the Senate therewith. A message from the Senate by Mr. Doddridge—Mr. Speaker— The Senate insist upon their amendments to the bill, "Making certain changes in the penal laws of this commonwealth," which amendments were disagreed to by the House of Delegates. And then he withdrew. The house proceeded to re-consider the said amendments; on motion, Resolved, that this house do adhere to their disagreement to the said amendments. Ordered, That Mr. Wooding acquaint the Senate therewith. A message from the Senate by Mr. Sheffey—Mr. Speaker— The Senate have passed the bill, "Concerning free negroes and mulattoes," and the bill, "To amend the act more effectually to prevent obstructions to the passage of fish in James river and its navigable branches," with an amendment to each of the said bills, to which they desire the concurrence of the House of Delegates. They adhere to their amendments to the bill, "Making certain changes in the penal laws of this commonwealth." They insist upon their 8th amendment to the bill, "More effectually to provide for the distribution and preservation of the public arms," which was disagreed to by the House of Delegates—And they insist upon their amendments to the bill, "To appropriate the public revenue," which were rejected by the House of Delegates. The house proceeded to consider the Senate's amendments to the bill, "Concerning free negroes and mulattoes," and to the bill, "To amend the act more effectually to prevent obstructions to the passage of fish in James river and its navigable branches," and the same being read, were agreed to by the house. Ordered, That the clerk acquaint the Senate therewith. The house proceeded to re-consider the 8th amendment of the Senate to the bill, "To provide more effectually for the distribution and preservation of the public arms," which was disagreed to by the House of Delegates and insisted on by the Senate, and which is in the following words, to wit: "And if the sheriff or other officer authorized to collect either or both the like mentioned penalties, cannot find sufficient goods and chattels of such delinquent to make the same, he shall commit such delinquent to close prison, there to remain without bail or mainprize for three months, unless the fine be sooner paid." A motion was made that this house do recede from their disagreement to the said amendment, and the question being put upon the said motion, it passed in the negative.—Ayes 45.—Noes 70. On motion, Resolved, That this house do insist on their disagreement to the said amendment.
Wednesday, Feb. 5. Order, That leave be given to bring in a bill, "To appropriate the public revenue," & that Messrs. Girard, Yancey (of Albemarle) Robertson, Wooding, Smyth (of Wythe) and Nelson do prepare and bring in the same. On motion, Resolved, That the executive cause to be printed a sufficient number of copies of the act, "Further to amend the several acts, concerning the militia of this commonwealth;" and that the same be distributed among the officers of the militia. The house, according to the order of the day, resolved itself into a committee of the whole house "On the state of the commonwealth;" and after some time spent therein, Mr. Speaker resumed the chair and Mr. Randolph reported, that the committee of the whole house on the state of the commonwealth had, according to order, had under consideration a bill, "To appropriate the public revenue;" had gone through the same and made several amendments thereto, which he handed in at the clerk's table, where the same were read, agreed to by the house, and the bill as amended, ordered to be engrossed and read a third time. Resolved, That this house will again to-morrow resolve itself into a committee of the whole house on the state of the commonwealth. A motion was made that the house come to the following resolution:— Whereas a diversity of sentiment exists between the Senate and House of Delegates in the construction of the eighth article of the constitution, which directs that "money bills shall in no instance be altered by the Senate, but wholly approved or rejected;" And as all power is derived from the people, who alone possess the right to decide any controversy which may exist between the different departments of the government:— Be it therefore resolved by the House of Delegates, that the people be requested to instruct their representatives in the House of Delegates and the Senate, at the next session, whether bills for the collection of taxes, and bills for the appropriation of revenue, are "money bills" within the meaning of the said recited article of the constitution. And the question being put upon the said resolution, it was agreed to by the house.—Ayes 93, Noes 17. A message from the Senate by Mr. Coles—Mr. Speaker— The Senate have passed the bill, "To appropriate the public revenue"—and then he withdrew. Thursday, February 6. Resolved unanimously, that the members of this house will wear cravat on the left arm for one month as a testimony of respect for the memory of James Taylor, one of their members, who departed this life this morning. Ordered, That Mr. Madison inform the Senate, that this house have finished the business which was before them, and are now ready to adjourn to the 31st day of March next. A message from the Senate by Mr. Daniel—Mr. Speaker— The Senate have finished the business which was before them, and are now ready to adjourn to the first Monday in December next. And then the house adjourned to the 31st day of March next.
TO THE EDITOR OF THE ENQUIRER.
Sir, I offer for your insertion in the Enquirer the translation of an article from Martiniere's Dictionary, for the purpose of showing what were understood to be the limits of Louisiana when it was first in the possession of France. It may not be amiss to inform some of your readers that this book was begun under the auspices of Louis the 14th, and finished in Holland where it was first printed: That it has since undergone two editions at Paris, in 1739 and 1763, by which it has been greatly corrected and improved: And that it is considered to be very high authority on all geographical questions and more particularly so on those which relate to the Spanish possessions, from the circumstance detailed in the following extract from the original preface. "I ought not to omit that one of the great objections which I made to the Marquis Berotti Landi, the Spanish Ambassador, when he advised me to put the work to the press, was, that we were not well versed in the geography of modern Spain. I represented to him that "the present state" of that kingdom, by the Abbe Voyrac was almost the only tolerable book we have on the subject. He silenced me with a promise to make me ample amends by intercessing the King himself in the merit and success of my work. No one is ignorant of the unexpected event which have occupied the court since 1722, and which have retarded the assistance I had hoped to be necessary. In spite of these obstacles he did more than I had dared to expect: he wished that this dictionary should carry public marks of the glorious protection which his Catholic Majesty grants to useful science. He did me the honor to declare me his geographer, and it has pleased him to add to this favor that of nominating persons profoundly skilled in the subjects in which I required instruction, with orders to communicate to me, the information I sought to obtain." LOUISIANA. A large country in North America, formerly constituting part of Florida. It is bounded on the north, by the river of the Illinois, which rises in Canada; on the west, by New Mexico, New Biscay, and some Spanish posts which are dependant on them; on the east, by part of Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, Carolina, New Georgia, and Spanish Florida; and on the south, by the Gulf of Mexico. Its length from north to south is from the 39th to the 29th degree of latitude; but its breadth is very unequal along the sea-coast it can be taken only from Pensacola to the bay of St. Bernard, that is, from the 29th, to the 28th degree of longitude, but it continually enlarges in ascending to the north, though it has no fixed (regles) limits either on the east or the west. The river Mississippi crosses it from north to south, almost through the middle. This circumstance has deceived many geographers, who make Louisiana ascend much farther north, in consequence of not knowing that the whole course of the Mississippi, until it receives the river of the Illinois, is a part of the general government of New France, and consequently belongs to Canada. The Spaniards were the first Europeans who set foot on this country. Ferdinand de Soto explored every part of it; he passed and repassed the Mississippi, which his historians always calls, Cucagua , and died near the place where the Red river empties itself into the Mississippi; after his death, and the return of Morcoso his successor, Spain attempted nothing further in that quarter, and has never had any fixed establishment there. By the trade which the Canadian French had carried on, from the commencement of this colony, with some savage tribes from the south and the west, and above all with the Illinois, they had some knowledge of the Mississippi; but it was not until 1672 that Father Marquette, a Jesuit, and the Sieur Joliet a 90th discovered it. They entered it by the river Ouisconsin , whose mouth is about the 43d degree of north latitude, and they descended as far as Alkansas , which lies in about 33d. Ten or twelve years afterwards Monstier de la Sale completed the discovery down to the ocean, gave the river the name of St. Louis , which it has not retained, & to the whole country that of Louisiana . Having given the French court a history of his voyage, & assured that the Mississippi discharged itself into the Gulf of Mexico, he obtained some ships for the purpose of returning there by sea and making an establishment; but he made do much of the river, and secured the bay of
St. Bernard, which he called the bay of St. Louis . From thence he made several excursions into the country, and having ascended to the north as far as Oris , was there murdered by his own people in 1687. In 1699, Monsieur d'Ibberville , a Canadian gentleman, who was a captain in the navy, and one of the greatest sea-officers belonging to France during the reign of Louis the 14th, resumed the undertaking in which de la Sale had failed, and was successful. He entered the Mississippi and ascended as high as the Natches , which are about a hundred and twenty leagues from the mouth of that river. The king having given him the government of Louisiana , he made several voyages there, and some considerable establishments. He quitted the river, and those established themselves at Biloxi , at Mobile , and at the river Mobile , where they contented themselves with trading among the Spaniards, who three months before the arrival of M. d'Ibberville , had taken post on the bay of Pensacola , fourteen leagues east of Mobile . Mobile and twenty-eight from the mouth of the Mississippi. Several years afterwards, the Viceroy of Mexico made a similar establishment in the bay of St. Bernard , and the Spaniards have since occupied several other parts still nearer to Red river . In short, in the years 1718, 1719 and 1720, France feared desirous of making a grand establishment in Louisiana . She made grants to several persons who were to send settlers enough in a short time, to people that vast country. They built a town on the banks of the Mississippi, at the distance of thirty leagues from its mouth, which they called New Orleans . But all this bustle ( fracas ) was attended with very inconsiderable effects; most of the grants were reduced almost to nothing. The settlers had perished from want, or returned to France, and with the exception of New Orleans , Fort St. Louis , Biloxi , (the head quarters) and some plantations at the Natches , and on each side of the river five or six leagues above and below New Orleans , beyond what it was twenty years before. In 1723, head quarters were removed to New Orleans , which has since become a place of importance. Here is an establishment of Capuchins who discharge the parochial functions; of Jesuits who furnish missionaries to the Indians and of Ursulines, who have the care of the hospital, and the education of females. When this change was made, they left a mere detachment at Biloxi ; but Fort St. Louis on the Mobile , was still kept up, and is commanded by a king's lieutenant who resides there. There is also a fort at Illinois , one at Natchitoches on Red river , another with magazines, at the Toulousas , or the Dalzas , at the mouth of the Mississippi, and some others of less note at Albana , on the Caroline boundary, and elsewhere; but the number of inhabitants increases very slowly. In 1712, the king granted a right to the soil of Louisiana , and a monopoly of its trade for twenty-five years, to the Monsieur Crozat , who gave it back to his majesty some years afterwards. The king then made a grant to the West India company . The changes which took place in this company, produced none in Louisiana , except to retard the progress of the colony. The East India company which succeeded to that of the West Indies , retained its rights until 1731, when it gave them up to the king. The same year that the country of the Illinois was incorporated with the government of Louisiana , M. de Moine de Bienville was appointed governor-general, and his commission bears date the 20th September. He had remained in the country ever since had acted a principal part in all that had been done to that time. In 1736, the company appointed M. du Perrier to succeed him, and when they made the retrocession to the king he restored the Sieur de Bienville to the government, which is altogether independent of that of New France . As to its civil policy, Louisiana like the other colonies of France , has an upper council, a chief counsellor who performs the office of intendant, and vice, as such, exercises in the council the functions of President. In its spiritual affairs, this colony forms a part of the diocese of Quebec . After the Mississippi, the largest river of this country are the Mobile , &c.
Last Evening's Mail.
BALTIMORE, February 4.
Capt Pierce, of the ship Harriott , arrived last evening from Batavia , politely furnished us, at a late hour, through the hands of an obliging commercial friend, with the London Sun of the 24th December, put in his possession by the captain of the Brutin Barbadoes packet, Windsor Castle , which he spoke on his passage—containing the following highly important statement of the Signing of a separate Treaty between the Emperors of France and Austria, under the walls of Vienna . (American.) LONDON, Dec. 2. We on Saturday laid before our readers the distressing intelligence received from Holland, of the signature of a Treaty of Peace between the Emperor of Germany and the French. The following is the letter from the Dutch admiral, Kikkert : " Brutus , Nov. 24, 1805. Rear-admiral Kikkert , has the honor to inform the commanders of any of his Britannic majesty's ships which are on the coast of Holland, that the important intelligence of Peace having been signed between his majesty the Emperor of the French and the Emperor of Germany, under the walls of Vienna , has been received by an extraordinary courier; and that the conditions were so settled, that until the ratification of the treaty, Venice and the whole of the Tyrol should continue in the hands of the French. The archduke Charles is dead with chagrin and fatigue.—A more detailed account is every moment expected of the conditions of the treaty, among which, it is said, there is an article stating, that the government of Austria is to pay to the emperor of the French forty millions of livres." " KIKKERT ."

MESSAGE
From the President of the United States, communicating a report of the Secretary of State respecting "new principles interpolated into the law of nations," made in pursuance of a request of the Senate of the 10th inst.
TO THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES. ACCORDING to the desire of the Senate, expressed in their resolution of the 10th inst. I now communicate to them a report of the Secretary of State, with its documents, stating certain new principles attempted to be introduced on the subject of neutral rights, injurious to the rights and interests of the U. S. These, with my message to both Houses of the 17th inst. and the documents accompanying it, fulfil the desires of the Senate, as far as can be done by any information in my possession which is authentic and not publicly known.
TH: JEFFERSON.
Jan. 27, 1806.
REPORT.
The Secretary of State, to whom the President has been pleased to refer the resolution of the Senate, dated on the 10th inst. has the honour to make the following
REPORT. The most important of the principles interpolated into the law of nations, is that which appears to be maintained by the British government and its prize courts, that a trade open to neutrals by a nation at war, on account of the war, is unlawful.
The principle has been relaxed, from time to time, by orders, allowing, as favours to neutrals, particular branches of trade, disallowed by the general principle; which orders have also, in some instances, extended the modifications of the principle beyond its avowed import.
In like manner, the last of these orders, bearing date the 24th of June, 1803, has incorporated with the relaxation, a collateral principle, which is itself an interpolation, namely, that a vessel on a return voyage is liable to capture by the circumstances of her having on the outward voyage, conveyed contraband articles to an enemy's port. How far a like penalty attached by the same order to the circumstance of a previous communication with the enemy, would likewise be an interpolation, may depend upon the construction, under which that part of the order has been, or is to be carried into execution.
The general principle first above stated, as lately applied to re-exportations of articles imported into neutral countries from hostile colonies, or vice versa, by considering the re-exportation in many cases, as a continuation of the original voyage, forms another interpolation, deeply affecting the trade of neutrals. For a fuller view of this and some other interpolations, reference may be had to the documents communicated with the message to Congress of the 17th inst.
The British principle, which makes a notification to foreign governments of an intended blockade, equivalent to the notice required by the law of nations, before the penalty can be incurred; and that which subjects to capture vessels arriving at a port, in the interval between a removal and return of the blockading force, are other important deviations from the code of public law.
Another unjustifiable measure is the mode of search practised by British ships, which instead of remaining at a proper distance from the vessel to be searched, and sending their own boat with a few men for the purpose, compel the vessel to send her papers in her own boat, and sometimes with great danger from the condition of the boat, and the state of the weather.
To these instances, without advertting to others of an inferior or less definite character, in the practice of Great-Britain, must be added the assumed right to impress persons from American vessels, sailing under the American flag on the high seas. An explanation of this practice will be found in the extract from the instructions to Mr. Monroe, communicated with the message of the President above referred to.
Among the interpolations introduced by the French government, is a decree, dated 6 June, 1805 [18 Prairial, 13 year] importing that every privateer of which two-thirds of the crew should not be natives of England, or subjects of a power the enemy of France, shall be considered as pirates.
Another is evidenced by the result of an application made by the deputy consul of the U. S. at Cadiz, through the French consul to admiral Villeneuve, for the liberation of some seamen of the U. S. who were on board the French fleet under his command. The answer of the admiral, dated 29 Aug. last, [11 Fructidor, 13 year] states, that "a decision of his imperial and royal majesty provides, that every foreigner found on board the vessels of war or of commerce of the enemy, is to be treated as a prisoner of war, and can have no right to the protection of the diplomatic and commercial agents of his nation."
Other unjustifiable innovations on the law of nations, are exemplified in the decree of general Ferrand, lately passed at the city of Saint Domingo, a translation of which is annexed.
The irregular mode of search above described is also practised by the cruisers of France and Spain.
The cruisers of the two latter powers have harassed the commerce of the U. S. in various other forms, but as it is not known, or believed that their conduct has been preferred or sanctioned by the public authority of their respective nations, they are not considered as falling within the purview of the resolution of the Senate.
All which is respectfully submitted. JAMES MADISON. Department of State, Jan. 25, 1806. DECREE Of General FERRAND. IN THE NAME OF THE EMPEROR. DECREE. At the head quarters of Santo Domingo, the 20th Vendemaire, 14 year, (6th June, 1805.) We, LOUIS FERRAND, general of brigade, commander in chief, captain general (pro tempore) member of the legion of honour.
WHEREAS our decree of the 8th Thermidor, in the 12th year, and 13th Messidor of the 13th year, as well as our instructions to the owners and captains of privateers of the 29th Prairial in the same year, can have left no doubt of the sentiments which we have repeatedly expressed, for the respect due to the freedom of navigation and neutral rights; that those principles have been scrupulously adhered to, by the administrative and judicial authorities under our directions, in several decisions or judgments rendered by them in cases of capture, and releasing several captured vessels.
Considering that we had a right to hope from our candor, a just reciprocity on the part of the government of the neighbouring neutral countries, and their concurrence, by the measures which are in their power to cause to be observed
in the bank of legals of the marine, a sum to be divided in the form of a gratification among the members of the tribunal of first instance and those of the commission of appeal, designated by us to participate therein. This sum may not, in any case, exceed the fifth of that paid into the bank, for the duties of any one prize; derogating thus far from the 88 and 89 articles of our regulation upon the organization of the judiciary, dated the 5th of last complementary day, of which we suspend, as to those kinds of judgments only, the execution until peace, when they shall resume their force and vigor. We moreover promise, that we will take care, that the greatest celerity be used in all the proceedings relative to prizes.
6. Our agents or delegates in the neighboring neutral islands, in cases wherein they have proceeded to the institution of process concerning prize, shall receive for their fee of agency, half per cent. upon the amount of the sales, but they shall not demand any fee of attendance for the crier employed in them.
7. In case of a judgment of condemnation, the agents or delegates of Santo Domingo are bound to state, within three months, the accounts of liquidation and distribution of the proceeds of sales in the form prescribed by the laws, and to address them to the colonial inspector, in order that he may superintend their verification and registry or deposit.
8. At the time of the transmission of the proceedings and ship's papers to Santo Domingo, our agents or delegates are to send us, as soon as possible, the captains, supercargoes, mates, sailors and passengers who shall have been taken on board of vessels detained in the act and in evident communication with the ports of the rebels, appearing by clearances, which they may have received from the rebels; in order that they may be prosecuted according to the rigor of the laws.
As to captains, whose contravention may not be evidenced by the documents found on board, they shall be informed of the transmission of the ship's papers and proceedings to Santo Domingo, with the offer to go with them, if they think proper, and with an express summons in every case to appear, by procuration or in person, within fifteen days, before the judges, who are to take cognizance of the stopping of the vessel, in order there to defend their rights. Mention shall be made of their acquiescence, or refusal, in the declaration which shall be taken from them for the purpose.
9. The agents or delegates of Santo Domingo are required to collect, with the greatest care all the letters and documents, which shall be found in vessels detained for communication with the rebels; to take away for the purpose of annexing to the process, only those which may give elucidations, concerning the validity of the capture; and to transmit directly to us the remainder, by the most prompt and safe opportunities.
10. These letters and documents shall be delivered in our secretary's office by the interpreters of the government; the documents shall be separated, which the owners, insurers, freighters, merchants, dealers, captains, supercargoes, and others, connected by commercial relations, or interests with the revolted blacks; which documents specially marked by the President regent of the imperial audience, or commissary of justice, shall be deposited as proofs of the offences, with those which are already in the registry of the special commission of appeal, established by the decree of the government of the 12th Vendemaire, 11th year, to adjudge the captures for contravention of the provisions of the laws and regulations concerning foreign commerce with the colony.
11. A list shall be drawn up by the same magistrate, of the owners, insurers, freighters, merchants, traders, captains, supercargoes, and others, connected by commercial relations or interests with the rebels, and designated in the correspondence and documents deposited as proofs of the offences; at the head of this list shall be placed the owners and others interested in the vessels, stopped in the fact, and condemned as such from their clearances, either directly for the ports of the rebels or proving that they are coming therefrom by receipts of duties, &c. The same operation shall take place every month. Copies of these lists shall be delivered to every cruiser bearing our letters of marque.
12. Every vessel whatsoever, under whatsoever flag it may navigate, on board of which shall be found invoices, bills of lading, and other documents, having direct relation to one or more of the persons contained on the lists directed by the preceding article, shall be provisionally detained, without any regard to the distance of the territorial sea, or place in which it may have been found, and shall be carried into port to be there examined. There, after the most exact researches, which shall be made by the competent tribunals, it shall be decided whether there be or not a ground of confiscation and condemnation, either of the vessel, or of the whole, or part of the cargo only; but in no case may the captain claim from the capturing cruiser any indemnity, for the deviation from his route or the delay in his voyage. Even the costs of suit shall in this case be borne by the captain.
13. Every cruiser, which shall take a vessel at anchor in a port occupied by the rebels or navigating under the indagine flag, shall be exempt from all duties for his prize.
14. Every cruiser, which shall enter at Santo Domingo, and convey provisions either in case of a siege, shall enjoy the same exemption during a cruise of six months.
15. The present decree shall be transferred upon the registers of the colonial inspection, of the tribunals of first instance and of the special commission of appeals, adjudging in the last resort captures for contravention of the provisions of the laws and regulations concerning foreign commerce with the colony; it shall be transmitted to our agents and delegates, with an injunction to conform thereto; to the governors and commandants of allied and neutral islands; to the minister plenipotentiary of France, to the United States of America; and finally to his excellency Monseigneur the minister of marine and the colonies; in order to avail ourselves of every effort, in order to repress a shameful and hostile traffic which tends to nourish the most odious of rebellions.
(Signed) L. FERRAND.
16. Conformably with the decree of the 12th Vendemaire, 11th year, (3d Oct. 1802) all the prizes made in contravention of the provisions of the laws and regulations concerning foreign commerce with the colony, shall continue to be adjudged by the ordinary tribunal of first instance at Santo Domingo, with an appeal to the special commission established conformably with the same decree for deciding in the last resort; but having regard to the just representations of the owners of privateers, and on account of the considerable expense their equipments occasion, they shall not be liable to the expense of the process, further than to the mere fee for copies of the judgment, fixed at 44 frs. for each of the secretaries, both of the tribunal of first instance and the special commission of appeal. There shall be raised, upon the produce of the duties
Northumberland County Court, 12th Nov. 1805. IN CHANCERY. Leroy Ope, against Richard Moore, John Davis, and William Pearson. THE Defendant, Richard Moore, not having entered his appearance, and given security according to the act of Assembly, and the rule of this court; and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court, that he is not an inhabitant of this state, on the motion of the complainant by his counsel: It is decreed and ordered, that the said defendant appear here on the first day of March court next, and answer the bill of the complainant, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some public newspaper, published in the city of Richmond, for two months successively, and another copy posted at the front door of the Court house of this county. And it is further ordered, that the defendants, Davis and Pearson, do not pay away, convey or secrete any money or property they may have belonging to the said Richard Moore, but that they retain the same in their hands, subject to the future order of the court. A Copy. FLEM. BATES, c. n. c. December 12. (th 2 m.)
Northumberland County Court, 12th Nov. 1805. IN CHANCERY. James V. Ball & Spencer Ball, Compts. against William B. Travers and Henry Travers. THE Defendant, William B. Travers, not having entered his appearance, and given security according to the act of Assembly, and the rule of this court, that he is not an inhabitant of this state; on the motion of the complainants by their counsel, it is decreed and ordered that the said defendants appear here on the first day of March court next, and answer the bill of the complainants, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some public newspaper published in the city of Richmond, for two months successively, and another copy posted at the front door of the Court house, of this county. And it is further ordered, that the defendant Henry, do not pay away, convey or secrete any money or property he may have belonging to the said William B. Travers, but that he retain the same in his hands, subject to the future order of the court. A Copy. FLEM. BATES, c. n. c. December 12. (th 2 m.)
ROBERT GORDON & Co. HAVE just received, and offer for sale, an additional supply of the best Madeira WINE in pipes, hds. and qr. casks. The two last vintages in Madeira, having yielded wine of a better quality than for several preceding years, they are enabled to say the quality is excellent—it is imported from two houses, from which very different flavored wine is sent. They have heard of the arrival, and will have at hand in a few days, a parcel of London Particular Dry Lisbon Wine, directed to be put up in the same way as some they had two years since, which gave great satisfaction to all who had of it; also, a parcel of Corks, Almonds and a quantity of Oranges in boxes. ON HAND: Port Wine, in pipes, hds. and quarter casks; A few Demijohns Old Malmsay, at 8 dolls. per gall. A quantity of Sheet Copper and Tin Plates. A general and extensive assortment of Dry Goods, consisting of Woollens of all kinds; printed goods, Manchester Stuff, Irish and Scotch Linens. Gloves and Hosiery, Hardware, Cutlery and Ironmongery. Plain Cambric, Laced Cambric, Book, Chambray and Colonial Mullins, &c. January 25. 2aw2w & 1aw3w.
DOCTOR UPSHAW, INTENDS practising medicine and surgery in the city and neighborhood of Richmond; he promises punctilious attendance on those who give him employment. Jan. 11. S&T4w.
THE SUBSCRIBER, INTENDS in addition to the courts of Richmond and King William, in which he now practices, to attend the county court of New-Kent. WILLIAM FITZHUGH BRAXTON. January 16. T4w.
BURR MILL STONES, OF ALL SIZES; and PLAISTER OF PARIS, of an excellent quality, FOR SALE, AT WHOLESALE, BY WILLIAM DAVIDSON, near the Market. Dec. 4. [spf.]
ADVERTISEMENT. AS I intend next fall to remove to the western country, I will sell a bargain in the tract of LAND, whereon I now reside, in Amherst county, containing 476 acres, with good improvements for the reception of a genteel family; the plantation in good repair for cropping, and lies well for land in the upper country, and conveniently situated, being within one half mile of a manufacturing mill on Buffalo river, three miles from the town of New-Glasgow, and the neighbourhood in every respect desirable; this land also lies within 16 miles of an inspection of tobacco on James river, and 20 miles from the town of Lynchburg. Any farther description is now deemed unnecessary, as it is presumed that any person disposed to purchase, would with first to view the premises. The payment will be made easy to suit the purchaser. January 11. 8 Gtp. JOSEPH BURRUS.
TO NON-RESIDENTS OF KENTUCKY. THE SUBSCRIBER living in the neighborhood of Frankfort, Kentucky, having undertaken to pay the taxes of a number of gentlemen residing in Virginia and elsewhere, on their lands in this state, and finding that the remitting of money to him for that purpose is attended with great difficulties, risk and trouble, proposes it to those gentlemen and any others who may find it an accommodation to them, the following plan, to wit: That they shall deposit their money in either of the banks of Richmond, Alexandria, George Town or Baltimore, on or before the first day of May annually, and authorise some person at those several banks to advise him by post of the amount, and to whose credit it shall be applied, and empower him to draw for the same, payable on sight. The lands of non-residents are advertised about the first of July, which is an expense of twenty-five cents on each tract. The subscriber's draft will command the cash in this state, and as soon as his bills are honored at any of the abovenamed banks, he will advance the money in Kentucky, deducting seven and a half per cent commission for his trouble, in attending to and executing the business. He will inclose duplicate receipts to those banks in which the money is deposited, or to the proprietors of the lands, keeping the original in his own possession, to correct any errors which may occur in the auditors office of Kentucky. To those gentlemen who may wish to pay their taxes in this way, and who have not a personal acquaintance with the subscriber, he begs leave to refer them to the Hon. John Breckenridge, the Hon. Matthew Walton, Esquires, now in congress at the city of Washington, or to Gen. John Preston of Montgomery county, and Col. James Breckenridge of Botetourt county, Virginia, to whom the confidence which may be reposed in him.
NATHANIEL HART. N. B. The postage on all letters directed to me on the above business must be paid. December 10. (eTm) May.
I HAVE received direct from Bordeaux, 100 Boxes of PRUNES, which I shall sell very low; they are fine and very fresh. Those who feel an inclination to purchase a few boxes, will apply to the subscriber on Shockoe-Hill, in one of Judge Wythe's new brick houses. LEWIS M. RIVAILAIN. December 27. St 15.
JOHN ALCOCK, INFORMS the public that he has lately established a CABINET SHOP in the city of Richmond, on the Cross-street leading up from Professer's Monument's Vendue-Rose, and near the Fire Insurance Office; where he intends manufacturing all kinds of Cabinet Ware in the most modern stile; he flatters himself that those who may favour him with their commands, will find his work equal to any made in the state, as he has provided himself with the best of materials. He will sell his furniture low for prompt payment only, as his situation will not admit of giving a credit. A few Windsor chairs on hand, well made, which will be sold uncommonly low for cash. January 20.
MANCHESTER FURNACE COMPANY 9th REQUISITION. THE shareholders of said company, are hereby required to pay into the hands of James Brander, treasurer, the additional sum of ten Dollars, on each share, on or before the 8th day of February next. Delinquent shares on former Requisitions. NOTICE is hereby given, that all shares upon which there shall appear to be due delinquencies of former requisitions, will be offered for sale at Mr. Brooks's tavern, in Manchester, on the 11th day of February next, at 12 o'clock in the forenoon. By order of the Directors, JAMES BRANDER, Clerk. December 27. 1 & 11th F.
WILLIAM & MARY COLLEGE. A TABLE is established in college, to receive boarders at the low rate of thirty dollars per quarter; it is intended that the table shall be plentifully furnished in a plain but decent style. Those who wish it, may be accommodated with Beds, Fuel and Candles at a moderate charge. January 25. 8 & 12.
MARSHAL'S SALES. TO be sold, for ready money, under a decree of the court of the U. States, for the fifth circuit in the Virginia district, between Plinæus Hand, attorney for the creditors of Beckel Edwards, plff. and David Roff and others, defts. in order to raise the sum of 367 dolls. 89 cts. due and payable on the first day of July, 1805, and the sum of 16566 dolls. 66 cts. due & payable the 1st day of January, 1806, that valuable and well known estate, in the county of Botetourt, called FORT LEWIS, sitated by said Roff to contain 2608 acres. The Sale will take place on the premises, on the 27th day of February next. Also on the 4th day of March next, under the aforesaid decree, will be sold at the Oxford Iron Works, in the county of Campbell, a number of valuable SLAVES. BENF. MOSBY, D. M. for JOS. SCOTT, M. V. D. 15f. January 16.
NOTICE. BY virtue of a deed of trust, executed to me by John Kelso, to secure the payment of a debt due by him to John and Wm. Bell, I shall, on the 25th of February next, at the house of the said John Kelso, in the upper end of the county of Cumberland, proceed to sell so much of that valuable FARM, containing 550 acres of Land, on which he now lives, (subject to two prior deeds of trust) as will pay the sum due to the said John and Wm. Bell, of about six hundred and fifty pounds, with some interest thereon, for the benefit of John Epper. CREED TAYLOR, Trustee. (epids.) P. S. On the above land, is one of the best farms in the surrounding country, in fine order, with an excellent crop of wheat sown on it, and it is within 2 miles of a manufacturing mill on Appomattox, from whence there is a good navigation to the Petersburg canal. I will dispose of it at private sale and give a reasonable credit for the balance after receiving 2000 dolls in cash. JOHN KELSO.
NEAL NELSON, BOOT & SHOE MANUFACTURER, MAIN-STREET, RICHMOND, MAKES Boots & Shoes to any pattern or fashion, equal in point of MATERIALS and WORKMANSHIP to any in general use. Imported BOOTS and SHOES, of the first quality and newest fashion, for sale. Gentlemen at a distance, who are disposed to forward me their measure, by paying attention to the annexed cut, can be fitted with Boots or Shoes as well as if they were on the spot. A—the length of the Boot—C—round the Calf—B—the pitch of ditto—D—round the heel and insep—E—round the instep—G—across the ball of the foot. Fix the heel against a perpendicular, and stick a knife at the end of the great toe—let down in figures the number of inches and quarters, in the different measures. January 1. epif.
FOR SALE, BY AUCTION. Valuable property on the Brick Row, in the city of Richmond. IN conformity to a decree of the honorable court of the United States, for the fifth circuit and Virginia District, (made between Joshua Waddington plaintiff, and James Brown, Henry Backs and Daniel Call defendants, and between the same plff. and Henry Banks, James Taylor executor of James Herron, dec'd. and James Herron, John Herron, William Herron, and Sarah Herron, infants, under the age of twenty one years, by the said James Taylor, then guardian, James Brown and Daniel Call defendants.) Will be sold, upon the premises, to the highest bidder, at public auction, on the 20th day of February next ensuing, the Houses, Lands and tenements situated on the Brick Row, in the city of Richmond, at present occupied by Samuel Clark, Samuel Barras & Co. and Barach H. Judah. The tenements will be set up separately, and there will be attached to each tenement the land now occupied therewith, and one third of a brick lumberhouse 60 by 30 feet. The sales will be made by the subscribers as commissioners under the said decree, and the terms thereof will be one fourth of the purchase money paid down, one fourth in four months, one fourth in eight months, and the remaining fourth in twelve months from the day of sale—the purchasers to give bond for the three last instalments, to carry interest from the date, if not punctually paid—on payment whereof and not before (as the property will be held liable for the purchase money, and subject to be sold to raise the said instalments, or any, or either of them if not punctually paid) a conveyance or conveyances, will be executed by us as commissioners aforesaid to the purchaser or purchasers, in virtue of the said decree. GEO. FISHER, CHAS. J. MACMURDO, JAMES BROWN, Commissioners. January 23. 15f.
GUM SWAMP, FOR SALE. ON the 24th day of February next, will be sold that valuable TRACT OF LAND, late the property of John Salle, dec'd. in Chesterfield county, containing five hundred acres, known by the name of the Gum Swamp, on the turnpike road, ten miles above Manchester, the buildings on which are commodious. One half of the purchase money will be required in hand and the other in twelve months. ISAAC SALLE. T4w. January 28.
VALUABLE PROPERTY FOR SALE. TWO HOUSES and LOTS on Shockoe Hill, in a most desirable part of the city, and possessing every accommodation for a family. A long credit will be allowed, or Virginia Bank Stock at a very liberal price taken in exchange. I have 6000 acres of Virginia land warrants which I will sell low for cash. THOMAS MORVELL. 15f. Jan. 11.
THE subscriber has opened a BROKER'S OFFICE over the Store of Mr. Henry Hovey, and promises attention to all business entrusted to him. JOHN SATCHELL. Jan. 20. op4w.