The Virginia gazette (Williamsburg [Va.]), 1770-10-18 00:00:00

VIRGINIA
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COPENHAGEN, July 28.
CHRISTIAN Jafet Diakenbourg, the famous old man of the north, died a few days since at Aarhus, in the 166th year of his age. He was born in 1524. He lived a bachelor until he was 113 years of age, and then married a widow of sixty. He was visited, during the latter part of his life, by several persons of high rank.
WARSAW, July 23. A continual cannonading has been heard both day and night on the frontiers, about six miles from Bender, from which it is generally thought that Bender is under very heavy cannonading. We have just received the following account from Kamienieck, viz. that the Russian General Romanzow attacked the united armies of Turks and Tartars, under the Khan of the Crime Tartars, the 18th instant, in their double retrenchments, at the mouth of the Pruth, totally defeated them, plundered their camp, and took thirty pieces of cannon, with all their provision and ammunition. The Turks fled in the greatest disorder, some to Brailow, and others to Bucharest.
UTRECHT, August 9. We learn from Cadiz that on the 5th ult. two English ships of war having appeared off that bay, the Governor of the place sent word to Commodore Proby, who was at anchor there with three ships, that he could not admit of more than three ships of war at a time; on which Commodore Proby sent to the Governor a copy of the last treaty signed between Spain and England, and ordered the messenger to inform him that if, contrary to the said treaty, he would not admit more than three ships of war at a time into the bay, he desired he would send the Commodore a copy of his orders in writing, and during that time he would order the two other ships to keep out at sea. But the Governor, not choosing to send a copy of the order, the two other ships of war have since cast anchor near the three others before mentioned in the bay.
SAN FIORENZO, July 7. The troops which marched against the banditti, who are very numerous, attacked a party of them yesterday, three of whom were killed, and many wounded. Two were taken prisoners, and one of their chiefs, named Paschal, is among the dead. The rest have fled to Niolo, but they will not be permitted to remain there long.
NAPLES, July 17. We learn from Malta that on the 24th ult. five Russian ships passed by that place, steering for the island of Minorca. Some give out that they have on board 2000 Greeks, who are desirous to settle on that island; but others say that the above five ships have been separated from the Russian fleet, on account of their having a contagious sickness on board.
MARSEILLES, July 27. We have advice that the Danish and French squadrons are arrived at the places of their destination, viz. the first before Algiers, and the latter before Tunis, with intention to bombard them. The Captain of a vessel from Salonica mentions that he saw a Russian frigate off the island of Zea, carrying off a Turkish galley which she had taken; and that the Russian and Ottoman squadrons had engaged off the same island the 20th and 21st, but that the success of their combat was not then known. Three transports, laden with corn, arrived at Port Mahon, under the escort of a Russian frigate, on board of which was Vice Admiral Elphinstone, but we do not know the reason of his going thither.
VENICE, July 7. We learn that Admiral Elphinstone has sunk the ship of Zeffier Bey, who made his escape in a little boat. He took several others, and dispersed the rest; most of them dismasted, and otherwise greatly damaged. We expect shortly a particular account of this naval engagement, but we are already certain that the Grand Seigneur has sent orders to the Capigi to strike off the commander's head.
MAHON, July 27. On the 21st and 22d instant his Danish Majesty's fleet, consisting of four ships of the line, two frigates, two bombs, two armed storehips, and a packet, commanded by Admiral Kaas, arrived in this port from Algiers, after having bombarded that place. The Dey informed the Admiral if he would depart with his fleet he would make peace upon reasonable terms, and accordingly the English and French Consuls have undertaken the negotiation. The farther operations of this fleet depend upon those Gentlemen's deliberations.
LONDON, August 7.
IT is a certain and very pleasing fact that there are now in the storehouses of Chatham yard, only, utensils of every kind sufficient to equip forty capital ships of the line.
Extract of a letter from Portsmouth, August 5.
The following is an exact catalogue of what we have lost and saved: Burnt, about 150 or 160 cables of different sizes, all the boatways and carpenters sea stores, all the standing rigging for ships of fit condition, about 300 tuns of hemp, about 300 barrels of tar, pitch, and turpentine, laying and spinning houses, long storehouse, block loft, new hemp house, carpenter's house and shop, with the new mast houses, and all the capital masts therein contained. Saved, the rigging house and old hemp house, tar house, and new storehouse, with the stores therein, and half the sails; the lower mast house, with its contents."
Yesterday they began to cut down wheat in Hertfordshire; and by our correspondents, from different parts of the kingdom, we are informed that if the present fine weather continues there will be the greatest crops known for many years.
It is said that the Dutch have, during the course of last month, despatched considerable naval and land forces to their settlements at Surinam and St. Eustatia.
August 8. As there is reason to suspect that the buildings and stores in his Majesty's dockyard at Portsmouth were, on Friday the 27th ult. wilfully and maliciously set on fire, by some evil disposed persons, unknown: In order to bring to justice the persons guilty of this offence, the Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty have promised a reward of 1000 l. to such person or persons as shall, within three months from this time, discover any of the persons guilty of the said offence, so as such offenders be convicted thereof, to be paid immediately after conviction; and his Majesty's pardon is also promised to any of the offenders, on the discovery of their accomplices.
Extract of an authentick letter from Portsmouth, August 7.
"I am sorry to acquaint you that since the late dreadful fire in the dockyard we have been again greatly alarmed, by an attempt made to set on fire other buildings on fire; and had this wicked
scheme succeeded, in all probability the consequence must have been fatal to the greatest part of the town. It was discovered by a boy, whose curiosity led him into an old building, where he found some cartridges, and other combustibles, placed in such a manner that had they been set on fire the whole building would soon have been in flames. It is supposed the night following was intended for our destruction. This discovery has thrown us into the utmost consternation; we have doubled our diligence to find out the author of this diabolical scheme, but hitherto it has proved abortive.
"We have had several foreigners here lately, who appear, by their attendants, to be persons of distinction, under pretence of viewing the ruins; however, they have not been suffered to take a survey of them, and I hope that for the future they will act in the same cautious manner."
Extract of another letter from Portsmouth, August 7.
"Since the late dreadful fire in the dockyard attempts have been made to set fire to several houses adjoining to the dock wall, by small parcels of combustibles being thrown into the cellars, particularly into that of an eminent distiller, where, between two of these parcels, a match was found that apparently had been lighted, but was probably extinguished by the dampness of the cellar."
A letter received from Portsmouth yesterday mentions that many threatening letters have been found in and about that place, and that the inhabitants are in the greatest fear. It likewise mentions that nothing material has appeared against those people who have been taken up on suspicion.
August 9. We are advised from Hull that a few days ago a person who adopted the name of William —, and in that character had served several Gentlemen at that place as a domestick servant, giving general satisfaction, was safely delivered of a fine girl, to the great astonishment of all who knew him.
A correspondent has sent us the following, which he assures us is an authentick anecdote. "A celebrated oculist, who was lately at Ancona, in Italy, being in want of a suit of laced clothes, and very short of cash, sent for a tailor, and was measured, but pretended to discover a speck in the tailor's eye, which he said might soon end in the loss of both. The poor fellow was alarmed, and begged the doctor to undertake the cure. This was easily effected, the clothes were finished, and the doctor's bill amounted to about five pounds sterling more than the tailor's."
The terms, it is said, Lord Mansfield is to retire on are these: His Lordship is to have a pension of 3000 l. per annum, with a proviso of his attendance at Council, and private levies.
A celebrated engraver, we hear, has just finished a print of a great personage leaning on the lock of a door on the outside at St. Alban's, in the character of a fool, with the following label from his mouth, "I'll take my bible oath I was not on the inside." The Lady is discovered in a swoon on the bed, the confusion of the room picturesquely described, with his Grace's black bob lying in the center. In short, the whole is said to form a very exact picture of a late much celebrated amour.
We are credibly informed that his Majesty has sent a purse of one hundred guineas to be distributed among the men who were most active in extinguishing the fire at Portsmouth dockyard.
We are assured, from the best authority, notwithstanding the late disaster at Portsmouth, that this nation could, within two months, fit out 90 sail of the line.
Yesterday his Grace the Duke of Portland was at Court, and had an audience of his Majesty, by whom he was most graciously received. This causes much speculation among the politicians.
A French surgeon, who some time since visited the abbey of St. Dennis, fell upon his knees before the tomb of Lewis XI. which one of the monks observing, told him that was not the tomb of a saint. He may not be your saint, good father, answered the surgeon, but he is mine; for it was he first brought a disease into France, by which I have gained 150,000 livres.
One of the oldest men in England is Fleetwood Sheppard, Esq; the friend of the late celebrated Matthew Prior, who is now living at his seat in Kent, aged 122.
We hear that the departure of her Royal Highness the Princess Dowager of Wales from Brunswick is fixed for Tuesday the 18th day of September next, that and her route is to be by the way of Ostend and Calais; and that the Princess of Brunswick is to set out for England at the same time.
The present fluctuation and falling of the stocks is to be attributed to the apprehension the stockholders are under that Great Britain will soon be engaged in a war.
August 11. When the Minister of a neighbouring kingdom, the other day, complained to the Premier of the publick allegations so injurious to the honour of his master, respecting the setting on fire the naval stores at Portsmouth, he had the effrontery also to declare (on being told that no such allegations had been made by authority, and that the reports of the people could not be prevented, and were not to be regarded) that his master would not be contented with such an evasive answer, and that if punishment of some of the propagators of such a libel did not follow this complaint ridere may be bad in some other shape .
Considerable odds were last night laid, at the Smyrna, that war between England and France would be declared before Christmas next.
A man is now living at Reepham in Norfolk, aged 106, who a very few days ago mowed a field of grass belonging to a Gentleman at that place. He stoops a little, but does not look to be above 60.
They have an admirable custom in Holland: A debtor remains only 40 days in prison; his effects are then sold, his creditors divide the produce equally, and the debtor is at liberty to provide for himself and family.
A squadron of five frigates, with two tenders, is now getting ready at Chatham, to cruise about the French and Spanish ports, to watch their motions. The command will be given to an able sea officer, but no Duke.
We are credibly informed that his Grace the Duke of Portland will shortly be appointed Lord Lieutenant of Ireland, and that his Excellency Lord Townshend will be appointed Ambassador to the Court of France, in the room of the Earl of Harcourt, who is to be appointed Governor to the Prince of Wales.
We are assured that his Royal Highness the Prince of Wales, at these early years, gives strong indications of his becoming a great and sensible Prince. He is already master of the French and
Latin languages, in the former of which he has written a letter to his uncle the Duke of Cumberland, replete with spirit and good sense.
Three West Indian Ladies, sisters, who lately took lodgings, for their health, at Kensington gravel pits, all died within four days, one on Thursday, the second on Saturday, and the third on Sunday last, and last night they were all buried at Kensington church.
They write from Lisbon that the Portuguese have discovered a new gold mine in the Brazils, which, on account of the quantity and purity of the ore, promises immense treasure.
Letters from Germany bring a confirmation of the great application made by the House of Austria to put its military not only in a respectable, but even a formidable situation. It is said that it consists in the whole of above 200,000 troops, thoroughly well trained, disciplined, and provided.
We are assured that a short time since Lady Grosvenor went to her proctor's, in Doctors Commons, accompanied by another Lady, supposed to be her sister Miss Vernon, to give him instructions to proceed against her Lord for a divorce. Her charge against his Lordship is for having criminal connections with several women since his marriage, and before he proceeded against her Ladyship; she grounded her proceedings upon four affidavits made by the very women with whom his Lordship has been so closely connected.
A few days ago a servant girl, in the neighbourhood of Tottenham High Cross, was married to her master, a considerable farmer, on which she received the congratulations of her friends; but next day they had reason to view this matter in another light, when it appeared the girl's brother in the East Indies had died and left her a very considerable fortune, of which it appears the farmer had previous notice.
August 14. The King of Prussia, besides the demand of 90,000 l. of the inhabitants of Dantzick, as a fine for disrespect shown him by the magistrates, has ordered that all those born in Prussia, or of Prussian extraction, now residing at that place, be delivered to him. Several of their magistrates, and principal merchants and burghers, are originally from Prussia, so that this last demand frightens the town much more than the former.
They write from Rome that the Pope has lately ordered some curious manuscripts, which have lain dormant for ages in the Vatican library, to be printed, which is to be done under his own inspection, for which purpose his Holiness has a press in his palace.
Yesterday an express arrived in town from her Royal Highness the Princess Dowager of Wales, which was forwarded to his Majesty at Richmond.
In a letter lately received from the Princess Dowager, her Royal Highness says: "It is inconceivable how much pleasure I have received in my tour; the great kindness shown me by my relations, and the respect with which I was treated by all ranks of people, has recalled to my mind past happy days, and I really believe will add some years to my life."
The leaders of the minority still continue to hold frequent meetings at each others houses, particularly at Stowe.
We hear that his Grace the Duke of Portland has declined the offer lately made him by a great personage.
A correspondent informs that several consultations have been lately held by the political physicians, who have unanimously given it as their opinion that the present Newmarket Ministry are in a galloping consumption.
The coolness which appears at present in the proceedings for fresh remonstrances is not imputed to a change of sentiment or zeal in the people, but to a change of views in the leaders of the several sets which promoted them before; some of whom have nearly done their business, and others are at present believed to have a prospect of it from the negotiations now on foot.
The new Ambassador from the Grand Seigneur arrived in town on Monday evening.
The expressions which Lord Pomfret wantonly bestowed on the citizens of London, in a certain great assembly, were, with great propriety, retorted on himself at York, when the verdict was given against him: He blinked like an owl in the sunshine of the sun, and hung his dejected head like a bulrush.
King James used to say that whilst he had the power of making Judges and Bishops he would make that to be law and gospel which best pleased him.
We hear from Tunbridge wells that on Monday last his Grace the Duke of Leeds gave a general tea drinking to the whole company, consisting of upwards of four hundred persons.
It is positively asserted that the King of Prussia has determined to take part with the Russians, in case the House of Austria should in any manner oppose the operations of the Court of Petersburg in the present war with the Turks.
Some very disagreeable news has lately been received from the East Indies. Summero, the renegade General, who a few years ago murdered a great number of English prisoners in cool blood, and who has remained unheard of a considerable time, has at length emerged from his obscurity, and is now at the head of 90,000 men, committing acts of hostility on one of the Nabobs in alliance with us near Madras.
Letters from Poland mention the unhappy situation of the inhabitants of Moldavia, who are butchered by the Turks, or made prisoners, on pretence of their being rebels, and revolting to the Russians. The truth is, the poor people, having no means of resistance when the Russians entered their country, passively submitted, and put themselves under the protection of the enemy. Now the Turks have entered their country, they would again return to their duty; but the Ottomans refuse their obedience, because they say it is forced, and have hung up a great number of the men, and carried off the likeliest of the women and children into captivity.
There are letters in town which positively affirm that after the Danish Fleet had destroyed the batteries of the Algerines upon the mole a flag of truce was hung out, and that matters were likely to come to an accommodation, by the mediation of the French Consul. Two of the Danish ships were much damaged by the shells of the enemy.
Yesterday a mail cart, of a new construction, was brought to the post office in Lombard street; it is so contrived as to prevent the mail being robbed or carried off for the future, and will be immediately made use of.

Two very experienced engineers are set out with Lord Hill- borough to inspect into the state of the fortifications in Ireland, and to report them to government.
This morning a man was found shot through the head near Holloway lane; no money was found upon him.
It is certain that before Lord Grosvenor commenced his suit at common law against the Duke of Cumberland he demanded an audience of a very great personage, and having told his story, added that it was absolutely necessary he should get rid of his wife, but that he was willing to proceed in the way that would be most agreeable to the Royal Family, and desired the great person- age's command. To this his Majesty answered, in a few words, that he could not then say any thing to his Lordship, as he was an entire stranger to the affair he mentioned to him, but that he should hear from him in a few days. However, his Lordship waited a fortnight without any message; and then, and not until then, he delivered his brief to his lawyers. His Lordship's opposition was that his Royal Highness would have been glad to let him proceed without putting in any defence, which would have carried his Lordship's point with regard to divorce, and prevented much scan- dal to the parties on all sides.
It is an alarming truth that the Portugal gold, which used to circulate in this country, is now transferred to our colonies; and that the trade for corn, which used to supply England with the coin of that country, is now wholly carried on by the Americans. It is said they have exported, within these two years, wheat, flour, and Indian corn, from three provinces only, to the amount of 700,000. And that many of the merchants of that country are so rich as to have thousands of pounds in the hands of their correspondents in London, by which they make eight or ten per cent. in bills of exchange.
Tuesday last a fellow found means to get into the back yard of a Gentleman's house, in Portman street, Portman square. The family were all in the country except one maid servant, who, com- ing into the yard, was accosted by him with, "how do you do, my dear? I am come to do myself the honour of dining with you." The young woman, knowing that all the doors were fast, and on that account readily guessing what he was, through fear and policy told him he was very welcome. At dinner he told her that he came to rob the house, and that she must tell him where her master's plate and money was. She told him they were un- der strong locks and keys, in the garret. He would not suffer her to go out for strong beer; she then went down to the cellar for small beer, whither he accompanied her. Dinner being over, she showed him the garret, but he could not force the door open; on which she offered to bring him the poker out of the kitchen, but he would not suffer it, without accompanying her. The po- ker proving insufficient, she told him she would get him a hammer and chisel that were below stairs in the hall; whither he accom- panied her again, not caring to trust her alone. But the place where she pretended the hammer and chisel were was out of his reach, on which she brought him a step ladder; but he had no sooner got to the top than she ran to the door, instantly unlocked it, and called out murder, robbery, &c. which drew a number of the neighbours to her assistance, who secured and carried the villain before a magistrate, who committed him to Newgate. He con- fessed, on his examination before the justice, that his intention was to murder the maid as soon as he had robbed the house.
The Romish priest, said to have been apprehended at Plymouth, had been there some time disguised as a gardener, and was first sus- pected by the great number of letters he constantly received from different parts of the kingdom. Some of his letters were intercepted, and are now in the hands of certain Noblemen in town. By this means, it is said, some very important discoveries have been made.
August 15. We are informed that the East India company have resolved to ship over some thousand Palatines, to be distributed among their Asiatic settlements.
This morning his Excellency the new Ambassador from the Grand Seignor had a long conference with Lord Weymouth, by means of an interpreter, on the subject of his commission to the Court of Great Britain. His Excellency is a grandee of the Ot- oman empire, and in rank a Boshaw of Three Tails.
Friday last the keels of two fifty gun ships were laid upon the stocks at Chatham, to be built upon an entire new construction, and will carry a greater weight of metal than is usual to fourth rates.
We hear that no less than sixty young Ladies are employed in working at a curious embroidered bed for their Majesties, which when finished will cost 7000 l.
On the 11th of last month died in France, in the 79th year of his age, the Right Hon. John Lord Nairn. This unfortunate Nobleman was convicted of high treason in the rebellion of the year 1715, and made his escape from the Tower the night preced- ing his destined execution.
We hear from Bengal that a very handsome Yorkshire girl, who arrived there in the year 1768, in the character of a female fortune hunter, had succeeded so well as to captivate a black trader, esteemed worth 700,000 rupees, who made her his wife, and has settled his whole fortune upon her.
August 16. The navy of England was never upon so respectable a footing, we are authorised to assure the publick, as at present, nor in so thorough a repair, for as fast as one ship comes out of dock from refitting another goes in.
The following story has made some noise in the neighbour- hood of May Fair. A celebrated Lady of quality, in absence of her old gallant (General C.) was entertaining herself in an agree- able tête à tête with a young beau, the son of a noble Lord, when in the interim the old Gentleman returned; the Lady (as is com- mon in such cases) locked the young man into a closet, and put the key in her pocket. The old lover, finding the Lady dressed, insisted that she should accompany him to Ranelagh. Her favourite maid was out; she had therefore no one to communicate the closet secret to. However, she made herself easy with thinking that she would feign herself indisposed, and stay but a short time at Rane- lagh; but happening to join an agreeable party there, the com- pany, the music, &c. all conspired to make her forget the poor imprisoned beau, and away they all went to Vauxhall, from whence they did not return until four in the morning. In the mean time the closeted Gentleman made various efforts to regain his liberty. In the morning the house maid came to clean the room, when hearing an odd noise (for he was by that time asleep and snoring) she alarmed the house, and insisted that the closet was haunted, for she was sure no human being could be there. In short, the Lady was obliged to come and release the lover, who, to his no small mortification, is, since this event, nicknamed the ghost.
Accounts of two important victories gained lately by the Russians over the Turks, by sea and land.
The Russians were so lucky as to make good their way into the Archipelago much sooner than was expected, as the usual course of the winds could not be depended on to carry them thither sooner than September. They were not, however, far advanced into this sea when, on the 15th of July, being 19 ships, commanded by Admiral Elphinstone, they fell in with the Turkish fleet, consisting of 23 ships, commanded by Zeffier Bey. They engaged each other, with the appearance of great ardour, on both sides; and, after an obstinate engagement, the Turks were obliged to yield the victory, and those of their vessels which remained in a condition to effect it saved themselves by flight. It is supposed the Turkish Admiral, Zeffier Bey, was very near being taken, as the vessel in which he was presumed to be, and the commander was seen to get out of her, with great difficulty, into a boat.
The loss of the Turks, in the above mentioned engagement, is three ships taken by the Russians, two sunk, and several others so disabled, to appearance, as to be in danger of foundering before they could reach any port; the rest were dispersed, most of them in a shattered condition. The Russians have, on their part, re- ceived very inconsiderable damage.
The Russian fleet will not at present endeavour to force its passage to Constantinople, on account of the plague's being in that city and neighbourhood; but while it waits a more favourable season it will find very important work, in destroying the remainder of the Turkish marine in those seas, in taking the principal islands of the Archipelago, and in cutting off the supply of provisions from Constantinople.
The Russians had entirely evacuated the Morea before their fleet passed up the Archipelago, having occasion for all their forces abroad, and having answered their intended purpose, landing part of them, for making an embarrassing diversion to the arms of the Grand Seignor.
By an express which arrived by way of Germany, and through Holland, late on Tuesday evening, certain and authentic advice is brought of a most signal and total victory of the Russians over the principal army of the Turks, which happened on the 15th of July.
The particulars of the above mentioned victory (the same day as the sea engagement happened, which is very remarkable) which are hitherto communicated, are these: The Turkish army, commanded by four Bassaws, being upwards of 20,000 in number, were encamped under the walls of Pruth, which is in the neighbourhood of Bender; the Russian army, which was very inferior in number, came upon them unawares, stormed the camp, and totally routed the Turks, who fled in the greatest consternation. As the Russians became thus masters of the camp, without the Turks having had the least previous warning, they have taken all the tents, artillery, ammunition, baggage, and other effects, to a very considerable value. This rout is so great, and has dispersed the Turkish army so effectually, that it will be impossible to form them again this campaign.
Yesterday General Paoli dined with Earl Spencer, at his seat at Wimbledon, in company with many of the Nobility.
The King of Prussia (whose genius the world is well acquainted with) has declared that he will, when opportunity serves, strike a stroke that shall confound all Europe, and in consequence place himself on the imperial throne of Russia, a plan from whence he will give laws to the whole world.
On Tuesday night Lord North arrived at his house in Downing street from his seat at Dillington in Somersetshire, and yesterday was at Court.
A letter from Ireland mentions that his Excellency the Lord Lieutenant of that kingdom is preparing to set out for England.
By a private letter from France we have a most melancholy relation of the miseries which the provinces of that kingdom now suffer, from the great scarcity of corn. Barley bread is four sous (about 3d.) a pound in Normandy, the most fruitful province of France. This famine has occasioned such riots in many places that great numbers of the unhappy people have been killed, particularly at Cherbourg, where are only 900 communicants, 600 persons were killed, at Rouen 600, at Valogne 500; the riots have been still worse in Auvergne. The King has no camp at Compeigne this year, on account of the scarcity.
The government at Brussels, having received advice that the distemper among the horned cattle was broke out afresh at Alost and Halle, have ordered all the cattle that are any way affected with it to be immediately killed, as the most effectual method to put a stop to it.
A letter from Nancy, in Lorrain, dated July 30th, says: "The effects of the late storm were felt all over the province. The Meuse, the Moselle, the Meurthe, the Saure, and all the other rivers, overflowed their banks, as well as the brooks that ran into them. The havoc caused by this storm is prodigious, and vast numbers of families are ruined by it."
We hear that money is issued from the Treasury to discharge all the demands of his Majesty's tradesmen and servants up to Christmas last, which are now paying.
WILLIAMSBURG, October 18. ON Monday the 15th instant, about one o'clock in the morning, departed this life, universally lamented through- out this colony, his Excellency the Right Hon. NORBORNE BARON DE BOTETOURT, his Majesty's Lieutenant, Governor General and Commander in Chief of the colony and dominion of Virginia, and Vice Admiral of the same. Truly and justly to express the many great virtues and amiable qualities which adorned this noble Lord, as well in his publick as private character, would de- mand the skill of the ablest penman. Suffice it then to inform such parts of the world as were strangers to his trans- cendent merits that Virginia, in his fall, forely laments the loss of the best of Governours and the best of men. Let his distant relations and friends be told that we have all anticipated, and shall, to the latest period, share their griefs and deep afflictions; and that we con- dole with them, with the warmth of the most tender affection.
Advertisements.
AYLETT's, October 15, 1770.
WHEREAS Messrs. Murdoch, Donalds, and company, of Glasgow, have discontinued their trade at this place, I hereby give notice to all those who have open accounts on my books to come and settle them; and in order to prevent disputes hereafter, bonds will be required for their respec- tive balances, for which purpose I will attend regularly at this place during the ensuing winter and spring, unless when the Ge- neral and Oyer courts, or any of the neighbouring county courts, intervene. As personal application, to every one concerned, cannot be made, due regard, it is hoped, will be paid to this advertisement. Those who fail to settle in due time must blame themselves for laying me under the necessity of bringing suits against them, without farther notice, as those who show the most readiness to settle may expect the greatest indulgence. The goods on hand will be sold by wholesale, on very reasonable terms, which may be known by applying to. ARCHIBALD GOVAN.
VIRGINIA, f.c. By the Hon. WILLIAM NELSON, Esq. President of his Majesty's Council, and Commander in Chief of the said colony and dominion:
A PROCLAMATION.
WHEREAS I have received information, on oath, that one Thomas Samson, who was committed to the jail of Gloucester county, on suspicion of his having mur- dered John Chavery, mariner, on board the Schooner Polly, John Carrie master, did, on the 30th day of last September, break the said jail, and make his escape (he is a middle sized man, about 30 years of age, wears his own long black hair, is pitted with the smallpox, and has usually followed the sea) to the end, there- fore, that the said Thomas Samson may be brought to trial, for the crime he is charged with, I have thought fit, by and with the ad- vice and consent of his Majesty's Council, to issue this proclama- tion, hereby, in his Majesty's name, commanding and requiring all his Majesty's officers, both civil and military, and all other his Majesty's subjects within this dominion, to make diligent search after the said Thomas Samson, and him having found to apprehend and secure, so that he may be dealt with according to law; strictly forbidding all persons to harbour or conceal the said Samson, as they shall answer it at their peril. And I do hereby promise a reward of 25 l. current money, to any person, or persons, who shall apprehend the said Thomas Samson, to be paid upon con- viction. And I do appoint this proclamation to be read by the sheriffs, in their respective counties.
Given at the Council Chamber, in Williamsburg, the 15th day of October, in the 10th year of his Majesty's reign.
WILLIAM NELSON.
GOD save the KING.
To Messrs. PURDIE & DIXON.
GENTLEMEN,
I JOIN Mr. Fraser in opinion that the publick have no concern in our private affairs, and I am very sorry his imprudence (to say no worse) has forced me into this controversy with him. Nothing but my reputation's being attacked should have drawn me into so disagreeable a business. I shall therefore give this answer to Mr. Fraser's piece, and take no notice of his future publications.
Though Mr. Fraser thinks it ungentleman like, I shall still assert that he did, and still continues, to publish salutes to the world; and I am surprised he did not recollect Mr. Hay could prove it upon him. So far from Mr. Hay's charging him with the account, as he asserts, that he detained my money in his hands for the payment of it, and I was obliged to allow it, on a settle- ment of our accounts last winter, without the least deduction for the ball ticket, arrack punch, &c. as Mr. Fraser asserts; which Mr. Rootes, who settled the account for me, as well as Mr. Hay, can testify.
I call upon Mr. Fraser to declare whether he did not receive a letter from Mr. George Seaton, in my behalf, pressing a settlement of our accounts. At the settlement I was not present (I absented myself to avoid quarrelling, as I knew his warm temper) but left it entirely to the arbitrators to do what they thought right; so that my absence need not have impeded the settlement. Mr. Weft (who is extremely sick, and weak) I believe was a little mistaken in his certificate; for my son declares he did not touch my books until Mr. Fraser had removed his account.
I am unwilling to hurt Mr. Fraser in his connections beyond sea. I shall not therefore proceed to take depositions, nor shall I animadvert upon his affidavits, and shall be extremely sorry if he should oblige me to do it. I flatter myself those who know us both will make no small difference between the assertions of Mr. Fraser and those of, Gentlemen, DELAWARE, } Your humble servant, SEPT. 26, 1770. } THOMAS MOORE.
WANTED to RENT,
A PUBLICK HOUSE and FERRY, well frequented, with some land. Or the tavern at any courthouse, which stands well for travellers, in the lower parts of the colony. Or a good accustomed house, on any of the branches or heads of the rivers, to which is a small plantation. If any of the above are to be rented, for seven years, the owner may hear of a tenant by inquiring of the printer, to whom he must make known his lowest terms, and the state of the buildings, improve- ments, &c. The rent will be paid quarterly, if required.
NORTHUMBERLAND, October 12, 1770.
I WANT a bale of OSNABRUGS, marked N S No. 7, which was imported in the Bogle last May. As several Gentlemen on Rappahannock river had goods by the same ship, I imagine it has been sent, through mistake of Captain Boyd, to some one of them; who will please to inform me, either by a letter, or an advertisement in this paper, where to send for it. Any charges they have been at shall be thankfully paid by 4 ROBERT GILMOUR.
BEING employed by the administrators of the late John Robinson, Esq.; to collect the money due for tickets sold in Colonel Bernard Moore's lottery, and the time of payment approaching, I beg leave to inform the adventurers that in order to make the most speedy collection, and for their convenience, I propose to attend the following courts, in the months mentioned, viz. At the General Court, and Middlesex court, in December; at Gloucester, Henrico, New Kent, King and Queen, King William, and Essex, in January; at James City, Warwick, York, and Norfolk, in February; at Buckingham, Culpeper, Spotsylvania, and Westmoreland, in March; at Han- over, Mecklenburg, Halifax, and Cumberland, in April; and at Albemarle, in May. I will also be at, or send, to the fairs at Fredericksburg. As the persons chargeable with these debts are so dispersed as to render frequent applications impracticable, and I am particularly instructed to give no indulgence, it is hoped they will make payment at the times and places before mentioned; and in case they fail, that they will not be offended at having their bonds or notes put into the hands of an attorney. WILLIAM DANDRIDGE, jun. N. B. No discounts against Colonel Moore will be allowed.
WILLIAMSBURG, October 16, 1770.
THE creditors of David Galloway, or their agents, are requested to be in town by Saturday the 27th instant, in order to appoint a general meeting for a definitive settlement of these affairs; and as it is now apparent that very con- siderable losses must arise from the unavoidable delays already oc- casioned by the oblinacy of a few, it cannot be doubted but every person concerned will take care to attend, or empower a friend to act for him. Such proposals are intended to be made to the ac- ceding creditors as will eventually put it out of the power of others to injure their interest hereafter; but it is earnestly requested that no more mischievous plans may be adopted for that purpose, for they cannot fail of proving hurtful to every person concerned in their formation.

Just IMPORTED, A LARGE and fresh assortment of goods, suitable for the season; and to be sold by the subscriber, at Atley's warehouse, on reasonable terms. JAMES GOVAN.
To be SOLD, at Albemarle courthouse, on Thursday the 8th of November, TRACT of LAND in that county, on the branches of Cunningham creek, containing 337 acres. It is a fine place for stock, good corn land, and upon the branches it produces good tobacco. One William Rutherford formerly lived on the plantation; and William Amoss , who now lives in that neighbourhood, will show the land to any person inclining to purchase it.
At Louisiana courthouse, on Monday the 12th of November, will be sold two tracts of land in that county, on the Southanna river; about 100 acres in each tract, and a plantation upon each, one of them well improved with houses and orchards. This land will be shown by Mr. James Dabney , to any person inclining to purchase. There is a tract of land of about 150 acres which separates those two tracts, and the proprietor is willing to sell, at a reasonable price. The whole will make a good situation. At the same time will be sold a tract of land on Michunk creek, containing 400 acres of pretty good land, and a fine place for stock. Mr. John Forfe will show it.
At Gooshland courthouse, on Monday the 19th of November, will be sold a valuable tract of land upon Lickingbale creek, containing 700 acres; it lies well, and is good for either tobacco or grain. Mr. James George , sen. is interested in the land, and will show it. At the same time will be sold a plantation, with an orchard upon it, lying on a branch of said creek, containing 100 acres of good land. Mr. James Allan , in that neighbourhood, will show it.
Whoever wants to purchase such lands as are here advertised may depend on good bargains, as the land will certainly be sold. Twelve months credit will be allowed, the purchasers giving bond and good security. DAVID ROSS.
To be SOLD, at publick auction, before the subscribers store door in Petersburg , on Monday the 12th of November, for the benefit of the ensurers,
SUNDRY bales of WOOLLENS , imported in the LORD CLIVE , JAMES M'KINNIE master; from HULL ; consisting of coarse broadcloths, friezes, duffels, bearkins, striped duffels, blankets, shalloons, &c. FIELD & CALL.
To be LET, on Saturday the 1st of December, on the premises, for a term of years,
THE noted and well accustomed Ordinary at Bermuda Hundred , in Chesterfield county, which may be entered upon immediately. Good security will be required.
To be SOLD to the highest bidder, for ready money, at Dinwiddie courthouse, the 3d Monday in November, being court day, TRACT of LAND now in the possession of Captain William Eppes , of the aforesaid county, about 20 miles from Petersburg , containing upwards of 330 acres; which land was sold, and delivered, by the said Eppes , for the discharge of a debt due from him to
JOHN JONES.
To be LET on charter, to any part of Europe,
THE snow Cicely , Thomas Place master, now lying at Norfolk , a new vessel, well fitted, burthen about 150 tons, will carry 3000 bushels of grain, and is well calculated for that trade, having a lower deck laid. For terms apply to said master, or the subscriber. JOHN GREENWOOD.
Who has for sale, Barbados , Grenada , and Jamaica rum, Muscovado sugar, coffee, ginger, pimenta, molasses, and cocoa.
For LONDON,
THE snow Prince George , John Farn master, a strong vessel, between two and three years old, burthen about 200 hhds. now lying in Appomattox river, will take in tobacco, &c. on liberty of consignment, at the ordinary freight. Near one half of her loading is already engaged, and she will sail by the first of December. Those inclining to ship are requested to send their orders, as soon as convenient, to Mr. James Belfcher at Cabin Point , Mr. James M'Dowall at Richmond , Mr. Patrick Ramsay , or Mr. Charles Duncan , merchants in Blandford , the Captain on board, or CHARLES GREGORY, and Co.
To be SOLD, in consequence of the death of Mr. Samuel Mitchell, before Mr. James Vaughan's door in Richmond town, on Thursday the 25th instant,
THE sloop Industry , burthen about 2000 bushels, ready fitted for sea, and now lying at Rockett's landing. Six months credit will be given the purchaser. Also 300 barrels of flour, for which credit will be given until the December Oyer court ensuing. Bond, with approved security, will be required for the whole. There will also be sold, for ready money, ten hhds. of tobacco, 300 gallons of Jamaica rum, and about 400 gallons of molasses. GEORGE DONALD.
For SALE,
ASCHOONER, lying at Hampton , clean and tight, fit to take in any cargo, and proceed to sea, having every necessary on board, save men, water, and provisions; burthen 5000 bushels, and launched in 1768. The time of payment will be made easy, on bond, with good security, being given. For terms apply to me, in Hampton . WALTER M'CLURG.
To be SOLD to the highest bidder, on Thursday the 15th of November, on the premises, by virtue of a late act of Assembly, THE glebe land belonging to the parish of Bristol , lying near Blandford , in the county of Prince George , on which are all necessary houses, in good condition. Twelve months credit will be given for one half the purchase money, and twelve months after for the other half. Bond and security will be required; and on failure in the payments, on the days appointed, the bond to carry interest from the date thereof. And on Monday the 19th will be let, to the lowest bidder, at Jones's Hole church, in the said parish, the building of a wooden addition to the said church. One third of the money to be paid on the raising of the same, and the other two thirds when the whole is completed and received by the vestry. GEORGE NICHOLAS, } Churchwardens. WILLIAM CALL, }
COMMITTED to Smithfield jail, a negro fellow who speaks such bad English , and is so ignorant, that it cannot be understood from him who is his master; he is short, black, outlandish fellow. The owner may have him, on proving his property, and paying charges, of JOHN TAYLOR.
STRAYED from the College pasture, last Tuesday night, a slim made gray horse, 14 hands high, with a hanging mane and iwitch tail. Ten shillings will be given to the person who brings him to JOHN DIXON.
STOLEN, or STRAYED, from the subscriber, in Williamsburg , a bay horse 15 hands high, about five years old, with a hanging mane and iwitch tail; his brand, if any, forgot. He was bred in Augusta . Whoever brings him to me shall have 20 s. reward. DANIEL BAXTER.
STOLEN from the subscriber, in Williamsburg, a bay horse about 9 years old, with a black mane and tail, a star in his forehead, his left hind foot white, and has a white saddle spot on each side of his back. Whoever conveys the said horse to me shall have 10 s. reward. ANDREW ESTAVE.
TAKEN up, in Cumberland, a sorrel mare, 3 feet 11 inches high, between two and three years old, with a blaze face, one of her hind feet whites has a hanging mane, branded on the off buttock U, as near as can be made out, but not dockt. Potted and appraised to 50 s THOMAS ADAMS.
TAKEN up, in Lunenburg, a gray horse, about 4 feet 6 or 7 inches high, 10 or 12 years old, with a hanging mane and spig tail, has been much rubbed with gears, and is branded on the near shoulder C. Potted, and appraised to 5 l. CHRISTOPHER BILLUPS.
TAKEN up, in Culpeper, a small black and white steer, about 3 years old, marked with a half spade in each ear. Potted, and appraised to 25 s. WILLIAM PENDLETON.
TAKEN up, in Chesterfield, a black horse, about 12 years old, about 4 feet 7 inches high, with a hanging mane and long bushy tail, some saddle spots, but no brand perceivable. Potted, and appraised to 6 l. JOHN ROWLETT.
TAKEN up, in Caroline, a bay mare, about 4 years old, about 14 hands high, with a few white hairs in her forehead, a white streak across her mane, paces slow, and branded on the near buttock L. Potted, and appraised to 8 l. JOEL HIGGIN.
TAKEN up, in Prince William, a pied red and white bull, marked with a slit and two crops in the right ear. Potted, and appraised to 25 s. JOHN MARTIN.
TAKEN up, in Caroline, a red heifer, unmarked. Potted, and appraised to 30 s. JOHN SANDERS, jun.
TAKEN up, in Brunswick, a black mare, about 6 years old, 4 feet 2 inches high, with a large blaze in her face, her mane trimmed in the middle, her two hind feet white as high as the knees, and branded on the near shoulder and buttock resembling B. Potted, and appraised to 3 l. RICHARD STONE.
IF Elizabeth Holland, daughter of William Holland, heretofore of James river, in Virginia , shipwright, and of Agnes his wife (and which said Elizabeth Holland is supposed to have lived in or near New York , or on or near James river , or York town, in Virginia, in North America ) be living, or (if dead) hath left any issue, she, or such issue, may hear of some thing greatly to her or their advantage, by applying to Alexander Colden , Esq; postmaster at New York , or Mr. John Dixon , postmaster at Williamsburg, in Virginia ; and any person who knows of the death of the said Elizabeth Holland , when she died, and whether she left any and what issue, is requested to give information thereof to the said Alexander Colden , Esq; or Mr. John Dixon .
By order of the Worshipful the HUSTINGS court of Williamsburg ,
THE creditors of Mr. William Kennon (especially those who acceded to the deed of trust made by him in December 1767 ) are desired to send in their accounts immediately, in order to their being adjusted, by auditors named by the court, preparatory to a final decree and distribution of the estate. Those Gentlemen who will be pleased to direct their accounts to be left in Williamsburg for me may depend on proper care being taken of them, and it will be necessary that those accounts should be sent before the 30th instant. JERMAN BAKER.
JAMES PATTERSON, Watchmaker, WILLIAMSBURG, BEGS leave to inform the publick that he has moved to the back street, just behind the Raleigh tavern, where he hopes for the favour of his customers. As he is supplied with the very best materials, those who please to employ him may depend on their work being well done, expeditiously, and on the lowest terms.
ROBERT STEELE, STAYMAKER, NORFOLK.
HAS removed to Mr. John Richardson's (taylor) Church street , where he carries on his business, in all its branches. He returns thanks to all Ladies that have honoured him with their custom, and hopes for a continuance of their favours. All orders from the country shall be punctually executed.
JAMES DOUGLAS, STAYMAKER, WILLIAMSBURG,
BEGS leave to inform the Ladies that he has just come to hand an assortment of the very best materials for his business, and that those who please to favour him with their custom may depend on their work being done well, expeditiously, and on reasonable terms.
To be SOLD at publick auction, on Saturday the 10th of November, before Mr. Hay's door, in Williamsburg, by virtue of a power of attorney and deed of trust from John Holt, formerly of this city, merchant, to the Hon. William Nelson, Esq;
A VALUABLE tract of land, containing about 400 acres, lying in New Kent county, on the main road to the courthouse, and about five miles above Doncaster's ordinary. At the same time, and place, will be sold, for the life of the said John Holt , a tract of land, of 1000 acres, in the county of Hanover , about five miles above Newcastle , on the main road leading to the falls of James river , and adjoining the lands whereon Mrs. Margaret Holt lately lived. Credit will be allowed the purchasers until April next, giving bond and security to JOHN TAZE WELL.
To be SOLD, by a decree of the Worshipful the Court of YORK, on Saturday the 27th instant, before the Raleigh tavern,
THE houses and lot in Williamsburg where John Jeggitts , deceased, lately lived, and at present occupied by the Rev. John Cumm . Nine months credit will be allowed, the purchaser giving bond and security to JOSEPH JEGGITTS, Administrator.
To be SOLD at Norfolk, on Saturday the 21st of this instant,
ALL the HOUSEHOLD and KITCHEN FURNITURE belonging to the estate of Mr. John Tucker , deceased. Twelve months credit will be allowed the purchasers, giving bond and security to the executors.
To be SOLD, on Monday the 29th instant, on the premises, if fair, otherwise next fair day,
ABOUT 500 acres of good land in King-son parish, Gloucester county, extending at least two miles on East river . On it is a very good dwelling-house with two brick chimneys, and all convenient outhouses, also a storehouse underpinned with brick, which has a brick chimney, and a good cellar, with an apple orchard that produces 3000 gallons of cider; and a quarter with two brick chimneys. It is a remarkable fine place for fish and oysters, there are several fine springs on the land, and it is well calculated for publick business, being in the middle of the parish, the warehouses upon it, and navigable water to them. There are four other houses at the warehouse, and the whole rent for upwards of 40 l. a year.—Also a tract adjoining the above, containing about 170 acres, more than one half of which is wood land. An undoubted title will be made to the purchaser, by CALEB HUNLEY. RANSONE HUNLEY.
STRAYED, or STOLEN (but I believe stolen) from the subscriber, last July , at Atley's ordinary, about six miles from Williamsburg , a sorrel horse, about four feet six inches high, and branded on the near buttock W, with the figure of a above it. Whoever will deliver him to the owner, at West Point , shall have 40 s. reward. AUGUSTINE SEATON.
STRAYED, or STOLEN, from Prince George courthouse, on the 19th September ult. a dark bay horse, about ten years old, 14 hands high, with a small blaze in his forehead, a hanging mane and iwitch tail, paces, trots, and gallops, and branded on the near buttock I E. Whoever delivers the said horse to Henry Batts at Prince George courthouse, Captain George Noble , or Messrs. Samuel and George Ker , merchants at Cabin Point , shall have 20 s. reward. DANIEL MONTGOMERIE.
THIS is to forewarn all persons from trusting the wife of the subscriber, or to transact any business with her, on my account, as I will not pay any more debts of her contracting, nor allow her receipts to be good THOMAS YOUNGHUSBAND.
AND AS I find it is not in my power to pay my creditors until my brother's arrival, which I expect in two or three months (without great disadvantage) they will please to give me that indulgence. In the mean time those who have any demands against me are desired to send their accounts before that; and I hope such as are indebted to me will not any longer delay payment, or to discount with any of my merchants to whom I am indebted. If not, I certainly am unable in giving such accounts to an attorney. THOMAS YOUNGHUSBAND.

POETS CORNER.
On LAURA's grave.
BENEATH yon-flowery turf the fairest head, E'er slept on earth's cold bosom, lies asleep; O earth! enwrap her soft, and o'er her dust Let every Grace and every Virtue weep. The Morn, as o'er the misty plain she treads, Shall sprinkle on the sod her pearly tears, And o'er her grave shall Eve delight to muse, While airy dirges sooth her listening ears. Oft the blue nightly taper's studious flame Shall weeping Fancy leave, and through the gloom Steal, a sad visitant, to pour her plaints, And bend her pensive head o'er Laura's tomb. Here shall she see, the same due rites to pay, With silent pace, in sable weeds array'd, Eye-streaming Sorrow, and deep-sighing Love, With trailing torch, advance along the shade. The Muses come, and scatter wreaths around, Weav'd by the fingers of the infant year; Remembrance comes, and hence departing loth, Oft turns the wishful look, and drops a tear.
A YOUNG man, who is thoroughly acquainted with accounts, being chiefly brought up thereto, would be glad to be employed in that way. Upon failure therein, he would engage to teach arithmetick, bookkeeping, land surveying, and navigation, either in publick, or in a private family. For information inquire of the printer.
To be sold, for ready money, on Wednesday the 21st of November next, if fair, otherwise next fair day, at the late dwellinghouse of John Semple, deceased, in the county of King and Queen,
ALL the estate of the said John Semple, consisting of 1200 acres of land, more or less, subject to the dower of Elizabeth Semple, his widow, in the whole; to the dower of Joanna Prince, widow of Francis Prince, deceased, in 300 acres, part thereof; and for the life of Sarah Roberts, widow, in 50 acres, another part thereof. There is on the said land a convenient dwelling-house, and all necessary outhouses, built since the year 1764, a large apple and peach orchard, three tenements on the same, one in the tenure of Isabel Thomas, at the yearly rent of 10 l. a year, seven years of her lease yet unexpired; the other two in the possession and tenure of John Walden the elder, and James Walden his son, tenants at will. Also thirteen negroes, variety of good household and kitchen furniture of all sorts, flock of horses, cattle, sheep, and hogs. Taken in execution, by virtue of a decree of the Hon. the General Court, against the said John Semple, for and on account of his the said John Semple's becoming security for Philip Rootes, late sheriff of the said county, for nonpayment of the taxes due to his Majesty in the years 1765 and 1766. The sale will be continued until all are sold, by The SHERIFF.
To be SOLD, for several hundred pounds less than was offered about twelve months ago,
THE pleasant and healthy seat of BOSWORTH, with the stock of cattle, horses, hogs, and sheep; also about 300 l. worth of genteel furniture. Any Gentleman inclining to purchase is desired to view the land and improvements between this and the 4th of December, at which time I shall be at Bosworth, and stay about a fortnight. Captain Samuel Meredith or Mr. John Starke, who live adjoining, will be ready, at any time, to show the land. It was a mystery to me, until very lately, why this place was not sold before this time; but, from several Gentlemen of undoubted veracity, I have lately been informed that a person in the neighbourhood of Bosworth has taken more than common pains to misrepresent this seat, &c. I refer Gentlemen to a former advertisement in regard to the goodness of the land, houses, &c. and when they have seen it they will know what kind of person he must be that, to do me an injury, had meanly, and privately, propagated so many fallacies to prevent my selling this place. Off of this land at least 30 l. a tithe, one year with another, may be made. The land I some time ago sold, belonging to this tract (which was falsely said to be all the good land I held in Hanover) will be sold with Bosworth. I have been very ungenerously treated by several persons that have long been in my debt; and rather than disappoint Gentlemen I am indebted to, I propose to sell Bosworth for less than half its real value. 6 ANTHONY WINSTON.
CABIN POINT, October 1, 1770.
THE subscriber begs leave to inform the publick that he has opened TAVERN at this place, where those who please to favour him with their company may depend upon the best entertainment, being now furnished with every necessary for that purpose. The ferrage at Swan's Point being lowered to the old price, I am hopeful will induce the Gentlemen from up the country to come this road to Williamsburg. FRANCIS MORELAND.
Just imported in the PEGGY, Captain ASHBURN, and to be sold by the subscriber, at the corner store a little below the Capitol, Williamsburg,
KENDAL cottons, blue and green half-thicks for house negroes clothing, bed blankets, negro do. and 6-4 wide duffils, friezes, fearnoughs, 6-4 wide broadcloths of all prices, blue and green rugs, spotted do. German of-brugs, brown and white fleecings, 3-4, 7-8, and yard wide linens, of all prices, brown Ruslia fleecings, 8-4 wide diaper table cloths, huccaback, Ruslia drab, bed ticking, cambricks lawn, 6-4 wide muslin, striped and flowered kentings for gowns, very low, great variety of china, glass decanters, plain cut, gold basket buttons, silver plated do. six thread black net for breeches, black everlasting, and sundry other articles, tedious to mention. Those that please to favour me with their custom may rely I shall go very low. WILLIAM LEWIS.
JAMES GEDDY,
Goldsmith, near the Church, Williamsburg,
HAS on hand a neat assortment of COUNTRY MADE GOLD and SILVER WORK, which he will sell reasonably, for cash; likewise a small, but neat assortment, of imported JEWELLERY (ordered before the association took place) among which are paste shoe, knee, and stock buckles, hair pins, thimbles, mocho and crystal in gold and silver, tortoiseshell and horn poll combs, fashionable plated spurs, &c. &c. He has also for sale, on six months credit, a jikely NEGRO WENCH, about eighteen years old, with her child, a boy.
Just imported from London, Bristol, and Glasgow, and to be sold reasonable by the subscribers, who have moved from the store they formerly occupied to one of the brick stores belonging to the estate of the late Col. Tucker, next door to Messrs. Balfour and Barraud's,
A COMPLETE assortment of EUROPEAN and EAST INDIA GOODS suitable for the season, among which there are some very fashionable flowered and striped silk LUSSTRING and BROCADES, with white trimmings, for Ladies wear. They have also on hand a considerable quantity of WEST INDIA GOODS, MADEIRA wine of the sterling and New York quality, and very good TENERIF; which they will sell reasonably, for cash, or short credit. LOGAN, GILMOUR, and Co.
CHESTERFIELD county, October 1, 1770.
THE subscriber intending for England, as soon as he can settle his affairs, requests the favour of all persons indebted to him to make speedy payment, and those who have any demands against him to make them known. He has for sale, in the town of Osborne's, a half acre lot, whereon is a very good dwellinghouse 32 by 16, with all convenient outhouses. JOHN BRITTAN.
To be let on CHARTER, for any port in Europe or the West Indies,
THE brigantine INNERMAY, burthen about 300 hhds. now lying in James river, and ready to take in a load immediately. For terms apply to JAMES BELSCHES.
For FREIGHT, or CHARTER, to any port of Europe or the West Indies,
THE brigantine JOLLY BACCHUS, Henry Lamont master, now lying at Norfolk, burthen about 300 hhds. or 3000 bushels of grain, an exceeding good vessel, well fitted and found, has made but one voyage, and has good accommodation for passengers. For terms apply to the subscriber, in Norfolk. JOHN MACLEAN.
RUN away from the subscriber, in Halifax, on the 13th ult. a negro fellow named CUFFEY, about 25 years old, five feet six inches high, a slender built fellow, very sensible, speaks tolerable good English, though Jamaica born, he had on when he went away a lightish coloured Newmarket coat, a red short jacket, old blue breeches, old felt hat much torn, old shoes, with pewter buckles. He was formerly the property of Mr. Joseph Williams, in Duplin county, North Carolina, on the waters of Cape Fear, and it is supposed with an endeavour to make his escape that way, with an excuse that he now belongs to Mr. Williams, and is going to where he formerly lived. Whoever apprehends the said negro, so that his owner may get him again, shall have 20 s. reward, and if taken in Carolina 40 s. besides what the law allows. 21 JAMES SMITH.
To be RENTED, or SOLD, THE WHARFS, STORES, and DWELLING-HOUSE, with a GARDEN, and all convenient OUTHOUSES, in the town of Portsmouth, at present occupied by the subscriber. The situation and conveniences are the best in the place, and so well known as to render any farther recommendation unnecessary. 8 JAMES MARSDEN.
SPOTSYLVANIA, Sept. 17, 1770.
RUN away from the subscriber, near Frederickburg, a light mulatto man (who may easily pass for a white man) named JACK, though very probably he may change his name to JOHN WILKINSON, about 5 feet 6 or 7 inches high, and well made; had on when he went off a brown fustian coat, canvas waistcoat, and light coloured cloth breeches. He has gray eyes, and dark brown hair, which he wears tied behind; is much addicted to drinking, which makes him forward, otherwise very much reserved. Whoever apprehends the said fellow, and delivers him to me, at my house, shall receive 3 l. reward, besides what the law allows. 4 MANN PAGE.
N. B. All masters of vessels are hereby forewarned from harbouring or carrying off the above mentioned fellow, at their peril.
TAKEN up, in Botetourt, a sorrel mare, two years old, about 4 feet 2 inches high, has a small ratch in her face, is a natural trotter, but has no brand perceivable. Potted, and appraised to 30 s. WILLIAM M'BRIDE.
COMMITTED to the jail of Goochland county, a lad about 17 years of age, on suspicion of his being a runaway. He is of a fair complexion, with long brown hair, his dress an old felt hat, osnabrugs shirt and trousers, a short double breasted jacket of striped Virginia cloth, country made stockings, a pair of store shoes, and one buckle. He has given various accounts of himself since he was taken up, and he now says that he is a convict servant, the property of William Bartlet of Loudoun county, that his name is William Adams, by trade a weaver. ROBERT COLEMAN.
CABIN POINT, October 1, 1770.
STRAYED, or STOLEN, from the subscriber, on the 30th of August last, a chestnut sorrel horse, about 14 hands high, nine or ten years old, has a fair mane and tail, a roached mane and bob tail, paces slow, trots and gallops, has no saddle or bridle, but had a bell on. Whoever brings the horse to me shall have 40 s. reward. FRANCIS MORELAND.
HANOVER town, Sept. 26, 1770.
WHEREAS Messrs. Murdoch, Donalds, and company, Glasgow, have discontinued their trade at Hanover town, I hereby give notice to all those who have accounts on my books to come and settle their respective balances, for which purpose I will give constant attendance at this place during the ensuing winter and spring; the General and Oyer courts, and the adjourned county court days, excepted. To prevent future disputes, I demand of all who are indebted to the store, and satisfaction made to those who have balances in their favour. As it is impossible for me to make personal application to every one who may have business, it is expected those concerned will pay their regard to this advertisement. Such as fail to make settlements in the time limited may depend on their accounts being put in suit, without further notice; and must blame themselves for being put to expense and trouble, which I would gladly avoid. The houses and lots in this place are to be disposed of; and the goods on hand will be sold by wholesale, on very reasonable terms, which may be known by applying to me. TF JOHN JOHNSON.
NORFOLK, Sept. 24, 1770.
RUN away on Monday the 17th instant, from on board the Schooner Amelia, lying at Portsmouth, a negro fellow named WILL MORRIS, about 5 feet 7 inches high, and appears to be about 40 years of age; had on when he went away an old white flannel waistcoat, short white breeches, mixt worsted stockings, soled shoes, and a greasy flapped hat. Whoever secures the said negro in any of his Majesty's jails in this colony shall have 40 s. reward, and if brought to Norfolk 3 l. paid by INGLIS & LONG.
To be SOLD, on Wednesday the 21st of November next, to the highest bidder, on the premises,
THREE thousand acres of choice LAND in Culpeper county, on the Robison river, late the property of Colonel Philip Rootes. For the convenience of purchasers, the land is laid off into lots, and will be either sold in that manner or altogether. An undoubted title will be made to the purchaser; and twelve months credit will be allowed, upon bond, with approved security, being given to the Gentleman that is to attend the sale. 9
HANOVER town, July 25, 1770.
THE subscriber having discontinued the store kept by him in this town, requests all those who are indebted to him to settle their accounts immediately, by payment or otherwise. This advertisement, together with the indulgence he has already given, will, he hopes, save farther application, as all those who do not comply with it may expect to have their accounts put into an attorney's hands, without other notice, or respect of persons. He has a quantity of goods, which he will sell on reasonable terms, for ready money or short credit. TF JOHN SMITH.
For SALE,
A PLANTATION, situated in Nansemond county, distance from Suffolk seven miles, from Norfolk twenty seven. It contains 179 acres, one third of which is not yet cleared, has on it a very good two story brickhouse, with outhouses proper. Any one inclining to purchase may know the terms by applying to James Murdoch in Nansemond, or Bryan Crosbie in Portsmouth. TF
For SALE, or to be RENTED for a term of years, and entered upon immediately,
THE capital prize drawn in Col. Byrd's lottery consisting of a DOUBLE FORGE and GRIST MILL, at the falls of James river, with two acres and a half of land adjoining, the use of the landing, the canal, which affords a never failing stream from the river, with ten feet of land on each side, as also 2000 acres of land, the farthest part of which is not more than two miles from the works, and estimated to be as good as any high land on James river. As the very beautiful and advantageous situation of this place, part of which overlooks the mouth of the falls, convenient to four principal towns, in the centre of the colony, capable of great improvement, has been so fully described in the plan of the said lottery, I shall only add that all the works were built in the year 1765, and are now in good repair; that the mill has been well accustomed for 60 years past, and is known to be worth at least 200 l. a year at present; that the said works, lying in the heart of a wheat country, the forge may be converted into a merchant mill, and 100,000 bushels of wheat manufactured in the year, and where a few mill may easily be erected, there not being more than 150 acres of the said land cleared, and all the rest well timbered, which renders it still more valuable. If not sold privately, or rented, between this and the 5th of November next, it will then be exposed to publick sale, or rented, before the Ralstigh tavern. The terms, which will be reasonable, any person may be acquainted with, in the mean time, by applying to me, in Williamsburg, or directing a line for me, to be left at the Post Office; and the land and works viewed, at any time, by applying to Mr. Thomas Berven, who resides on the premises. HENRY MORSE.