Virginia Argus (Richmond, Va.), 1804-04-14 00:00:00

The VIRGINIA ARGUS.
[Vol. XI.]
A FREE PRESS MAINTAINS THE SOVEREIGNTY OF THE PEOPLE.
[No. 1134]
RICHMOND:—PRINTED (ON WEDNESDAYS AND SATURDAYS) BY SAMUEL PLEASANTS, JUNIOR, PRINTER TO THE COMMONWEALTH.
[FOUR DOLLARS PER ANNUM—PAID IN ADVANCE.]
SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 1804.
[12 1-2 CENTS SINGLE]
Advertisements, not exceeding a square in length, are inserted in this paper for seventy-five cents the first time; three dollars for three weeks (6 times); and for every additional insertion thirty-three cents. Long ones in the same proportion—unless a special contract be made by the year.
ROBIN REDBREAST,
A FINE bay, fifteen and a half hands high, imported from England last spring, will stand the ensuing season at my stable in Chesterfield county, on Appomattox river, 15 miles above Petersburg, to cover mares at twenty-five dollars the season, for which notes will be expected, dischargeable by the payment of twenty dollars on or before the first day of October next; ten dollars the leap to be paid when the mare is discovered, with one dollar for each mare to the groom. Good and extensive pastureage gratis, having nearly one thousand acres of high and low land in six different inclosures, under strong fences, besides several clover lots. The greatest attention shall be paid to mares left in my care, but will not be liable for accidents or escapes.
PEDIGREE.
ROBIN REDBREAST was got by Sir Peter Teazle, his dam Wren, by Woodpecker, his grand dam Parnassia, (Sir Peter's dam) by Snap, his great grand dam Miss Cleveland, by Regulus, his great great grand dam Milge, by a son of Bay Bolton, Bartlett's Children. Honeywood's Arabian, dam of the Two True Blues.
(Taken from the general stud book.)
PERFORMANCE.
In 1800 (the only year he ran) at Bridgnorth, June 18, 4 mile heats, at four years old, he won the maiden place, beating Mr. Day's Ragner, by Precipitate, and Mr. Carr's Prospect.
The next day, at the same place, 4 mile heats, he came in first and first, but lost the race for the want of a few ounces in weight the last heat.
At New-Castle, July 31, he won the members purse of £50, 4 mile heats, beating Mr. Harrison's Trumpator, & distancing Sir T. Mostyn's Heder.
At Nantwich, July 10, he won the town purse of £50, beating Mr. Smith's Sultan, and distancing Sir T. Mostyn's Heder.
At Warwick, Sept. 2, he won his majesty's plate of 100 guineas, 4 mile heats, beating Lord Donegall's Fugleman, and distancing Mr. Tharm's Marquis.
He won the purse at Linchfield, Sept. 11, 4 mile heats, beating Lord Donegall's B. h. by Pot8o's, and distancing Mr. Brooke's Baron Nile, Lord Oxford's Victoria and Mr. Cox's Cocoa Tree. He was never beaten 4 mile heats except at Bridgnorth, as above stated, where, although it was given against him, it was evident that he was much the best horse.
THOMAS GOODE.
March 1st, 1804.
At a meeting of the Com-
missioners appointed by the Legislature of this commonwealth, to receive subscriptions in the city of Richmond, under "An act for incorporating the BANK or VIRGINIA"—present, Edward Carrington, (Chairman,) Joseph Gallego, Robert Pollard, George Jefferson, P. N. Nicholas, John Brockenbrough, Thomas Rutherford, Benjamin Hatcher and James F. Leitch.
1st. Resolved, that Books be opened at the Capitol, on the first Monday in May next, to receive subscriptions pursuant to the said act.
2d. Resolved, with the consent of the Treasurer of the state, that the payments be made in the Treasury office, and that the persons so paying, upon exhibiting the Treasurer's receipt, shall be admitted to subscribe their names on the commissioners' books.
3d. Resolved, that Edward Carrington, Joseph Gallego and John Brockenbrough be appointed a committee to notify the foregoing resolutions in two public gazettes of this city, once a week, from the present time till the first Monday in May next.
EDWARD CARRINGTON.
JOSEPH GALLEGO.
JOHN BROCKENBROUGH.
15th March, 1804. [wiltm]
* For the mutual accommodation of the Treasurer and the persons meaning to subscribe, the Treasurer will receive the money at any time previous to the day appointed for opening the Books by the commissioners.
THE SUBSCRIBER IS YET DESIROUS TO SELL HIS
Valuable Tract of Land,
Lying in the upper end of Powhatan county, on both sides of Deep creek, being 12 miles from Cartersville, 3 from Appomattox river, less than one from the great Buckingham road and 42 from Manchester.
The county is well regulated in its police and sociable in the manners of its inhabitants.
To these local advantages may be added that the soil is fertile and well adapted to the culture of Tobacco, Grain and Grass. The mansion place is healthy, with dwelling houses and other offices to accommodate a large family.
It is supposed to contain about 1500 acres, of which 300 are valuable low grounds, 100 reclaimed for cultivation and the rest under heavy timber.
Little more need be said to those inclined to possess a landed estate of easy access to Richmond and Petersburg by the Turnpike and Navigation.
This land will be laid off in 2 or 3 convenient lots, and offered to public sale at Powhatan May Court, being the 15th, at 12 o'clock; for 1-4th payable at Christmas next, when possession will be given, and the remainder in equal annual payments, to carry interest from the time of possession, with approved personal and real security.
The land and proposed allotments will be shown by Mr. David Macey on the premises.
WILLIAM MAYO.
Henrico, March 15th, 1804. wiltm
Life of Washington.
SUBSCRIPTIONS for this valuable work are received by Samuel Pleasants, Jr.
The beautiful high-blooded horse,
PRECIPITATE,
FULL fifteen hands and a half high, a fine sorrel, handsomely marked, of big bone, and great muscular strength and powers, evidently denoting the true English running horse—will stand at my stables, at Sandy Point, in Charles City county, at six guineas the season, and a dollar to the groom; but the season may be discharged by the payment of twenty dollars, on or before the 10th day of October.
Extensive, rich and productive pastures, well enclosed, in various apartments, from which no mare can easily escape, as well on that account as from its physical situation. Servants found gratis; but no liability for involuntary escapes or accidents.
This celebrated horse, whose name is so truly applicable to his character, was bred by Lord Egremont, foaled in 1787, got by Mercury (a son of Eclipse,) dam by Herod, granddam by Matchem, out of Mr. Pratt's old Squirt mare, is undoubtedly one of the best horses ever imported into this country, and is now thought by many gentlemen, who have travelled some distance to see him, superior; although he has so lately crossed the sea, that it cannot be expected he should have gained his pristine form and beauty.
He is truly such a horse as Virgil describes of a fine one—an eye large, black and full of fire, bold as the Lyon, active as the Greyhound, and in all his movements either; he rushes forward like a thunderbolt, and hesitates at nothing.
In the first spring meeting 1790, at New Market, when three years old, he won the first class of the Prince's stakes, of 100 guineas each, beating thunderbolt, Chanticleer, and Sir Pepper, four having paid forfeit. In the same week, he won the Bolton stakes of 50 guineas each, beating Chamboe, Dragon, and Palladox—seven paid forfeit. Second spring meeting, he won the third class of the Prince's stakes, of 100 guineas, beating Thunderbolt—seven paid forfeit: And in the same week, he received 100 guineas forfeit from Lord Grosvenor's Radamantus.
In 1792, he won 50l. at Guildford, beating Doge, Thunderbolt, Serinapatam, and Stout. The next day 50l. at the same place, beating Cardock and Griffin. He also won the king's 100 guineas at Lewes, beating Skyscraper at three heats, the first being deemed a dead heat; after which he was so highly esteemed, that he became a stallion in his lordship's stud, at 12 guineas a mare.
This horse is the sire of Jonquil, Petworth, Matransa, Rosalba, chestnut colt out of Bobtail, chestnut colt out of Rosemary, Plumbago, Lazara, Regulator, Apollo, Gulliver, Tag, Louisa, Tipstaff, and many others of great fame now in training.
I purchased him myself when in England last fall, at the sale of Richard Watt, dec. where a complete stud of his got were sold at Auction, at prices far beyond what was common, to wit, yearlings from 90 to 200l. sterling—a printed list of which I now have in my possession, to be seen at any time.
For character and performances, see Racing Calendar from 1790 to 1792 inclusive, Sporting Dictionary, page 138, vol. 2, printed 1803—William Taplin, author.
WILLIAM LIGHTFOOT.
March 19, 1804. wiltm
Westham Iron Foundry,
NEAR RICHMOND.
THE subscriber takes the liberty of informing the public that he has taken a lease and is at present working the above foundry; and having provided the best artists in that line from New-York and George Town, together with pig iron of the first quality:
Proposes to cast—Mill-gudgeons and Inks of every description; also, cast-iron wheels for the machinery of mills; Rumford, registered and plain grates; grate from and bottoms, for Rumfordizing fire-places; large and small stoves; cabouzes and cabin stoves; Franklin stoves for wood or coal; kitchen grates, with crane and range complete; coach warmers; plain stoves and mauld plates; cast railing of every pattern; plow shares and plow boards; cast waggon, coach, pheton and chair boxes; scale weights from 1 to 60 lb.; sash and clock weights; patent taw irons for smiths, on a very approved plan; backs, jams and back lays; nail-cutting machines with screws complete; wheel-barrow bowlers; garden ditto; cast iron anvils; fire dogs and hand irons of every description—together with any other article in the casting line, to a given pattern, at the shortest notice, by application at the furnace, or to
JAMES DUNLAP, in Richmond.
24th March, 1804. wiltm
P. S. Old Iron purchased by application as above.
JOHN WINSTON AND STANHOPE
ROYSTER,
Take this method of informing their friends and the public in general, that they have just commenced the
Hatting Business,
in the city of Richmond, on the main street, opposite the Bell Tavern, where they intend carrying on the same in all its various branches—they assure the public their commands shall be attended to with punctuality and dispatch, and hope from their assiduity to merit a share of their patronage.
November 5th, 1803. [seal]
NOW IN THE PRESS
And will be published the first of May, a New Work, entitled
MEMOIRS
OF THE LIFE OF DOCTOR DARWIN, With Anecdotes of his Friends, and Criticisms on his Writings—By ANNA SEWARD. This work was published on the 7th of February last, in London, and is now re-printing at the Classic Press, in Philadelphia. It will be comprised in one octavo volume of about 400 pages, or a superior size paper—Price in boards, one dollar eighty-seven and an half cents.
Subscriptions received by S. Pleasants, Jr.
ARCHDUKE,
LATELY imported from London, was got by Sir Peter Teazle, (the first Stallion now in England) his dam Horatia by Old Eclipse, (undoubtedly the first Stallion of his day) his granddam Countess by Blank, a famous son of the Godolphin Arabian, with many other excellent crosses.—A horse of better blood than Archduke was never raised: He is full brother to Mr. Teazle and Stamford, both in high repute, and so are the whole flock. Countess (his granddam) has bred some of the best horses that have appeared on the British turf. She is the dam of Vizard, Cobscar, Achilles, Greyhound, Horatia and Delpini—all capital. This is well known to every gentleman acquainted with the Racing Calendars and General Stud Book of England. Archduke is a dark brown horse, full 16 hands high, has a deal of bone with great power, a good share of beauty, and in the prime of life. He made his appearance on the turf at three years old, and did not run after that year. He won a Sweepstakes of 100 Guineas each, beating several good horses; also the Derby Stakes, beating Lord Egremont's Giftlebert, Sir F. Handall's brother to Spread Eagle, Mr. Heathcoat's Vivanti, Mr. Cookson's Expectation, the Duke of Grafton's Vandal, Lord Oxford's Dart, (now his Lordship) Lord Grosvenor's colt by Pot8o's, out of Snipson's filly, and several other very fine colts. The Derby Stakes are considered the first in England, and gives the winner great credit. He fell lame shortly after and was fired, run two races more with very good horses, and altho' he was beaten, he came in well. The above is the whole of his racing.
Archduke will stand the ensuing season at the Bowling Green, at 7 Guineas (with a Dollar to the groom) for each mare; which may be discharged, any time before the first day of August next, by the payment of 5 Guineas. The season will commence on the first day of March next, and end the first of August following. A great abundance of good pastureage, gratis—boys boarded at 10s. per week, & corn furnished at the market price for mares that are to be fed, for which the money must be paid, or it will not be had. Great attention paid the mares; but no responsibility for accidents or escapes. Notes for 7 guineas, to be discharged as above mentioned, must accompany the mares.
ESCAPE,
IMPORTED from London, will also stand at the Bowling Green, at 3 Guineas (and half a Dollar) for each mare. He is a horse of fine size, with several excellent racing points, and as high bred a horse as need be wished for. He was got by Precipitate, a horse of great repute, out of a full sister to the famous Stallion Buzzard. Escape was a horse of good speed, for which see the Racing Calendars.
JOHN HOOMES. Bowling Green, February 22d, 1804. wiltm
P. S. Mares producing a certificate of their having won a purse or Sweepstakes of 200 dollars value, 4 mile heats, or bred the winner of one shall be covered gratis.
J. H.
THE SUBSCRIBER HAS OPENED A
Grocery Store,
In the next house above the Eagle Tavern (the property of Mr. Temple) where he has for sale, SALT, COGNAC BRANDY, HOLLAND GIN, ANTIGUA SPIRITS, LOAF and BROWN SUGAR, COFFEE, IMPERIAL and YOUNG HYSON TEA, PEPPER, ALLSPICE, GINGER, NUTMEGS and other SPICES; SOFT SHELL ALMONDS, QUEEN'S WARE, DEMIJOHNS, and sundry other articles, which he will sell very low at wholesale or retail, for cash or country produce.
DANIEL TRIPLETT.
October 11, 1803. wiltm
Cash given for TOBACCO, FLOUR, or FLAX SEED.
Louisiana County Court, December 18th, 1803.
Ludlow Bramham, plaintiff.
AGAINST
John Boswell Johnson, Thomas M. Johnson, William Johnson, Patrick Michie and Dorothy his wife, Jane Johnson and Ann Johnson, defendants.
IT appearing to the satisfaction of the court that the defendant John B. Johnson, is not an inhabitant of this state, and not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court: On the motion of the plaintiff by his attorney, It is ordered and decreed by the court, that he do appear here on the first day of May term next and answer the plaintiff's bill; and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some public newspaper in the city of Richmond for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the courthouse of this county.
A Copy—Teste,
WM. G. POINDEXTER, D. C. L. G.
Valuable PROPERTY,
To Lease for a term of years.
EIGHT hundred acres of LAND, two hundred and fifty acres of which is prime low grounds, lying on the Rivanna river, in the county of Albemarle, nine miles below Charlottesville, three miles below Milton, seventy miles from Richmond and seventy from Fredericksburg; there are eight or nine likely working hands to be included in this lease, together with the advantage of work horses, cattle, hogs, plantation tools, a grist and saw mill, with a sufficiency of good convenient timber—there will be a good crop of wheat sown on the plantation, and if necessary there will be a sufficiency of corn, &c furnished by the subscriber—if the lease is not closed between this and the first of August next, it will be unnecessary for any application to be made—Further particulars will be made known by the subscriber.
RANDOLPH LEWIS.
Albemarle county, March, 1804. 3w
A NEAT ASSORTMENT OF
Morocco Pocket Books
Is just received and for sale at this office.
Satisfactory Proofs OF THE EFFICACY OF Doctor Church's COUGH DROPS.
A medicine unequalled by any other in the world, since first discovered by Dr. Church; it has restored to health many thousands of the most emaciated objects, both Asthmatic and Consumptive that were ever known to exist both in Europe, America and the West Indies, and often when every other medicine had been used without effect, and the most eminent of the faculty consulted in vain. It is a sovereign, speedy and effectual remedy in Head Aches, Catarrhs, Shortness of breath, Ticklings in the throat, Tightness in the chest, Hooping Cough, Sore Throats, Wheezings, Congested Phlegm, Spitting of Blood, Soreness in the breast and stomach, &c. &c. ASTHMAS AND CONSUMPTIONS, And all disorders of the breast and Lungs. Further proof of its efficacy, with a list of upwards of one thousand attested cases of cure, may be seen at the place of sale.
Copy of a letter from Captain HENRY.
Dear Sir,
In the year '95, I had the misfortune to break a blood vessel, which was succeeded by a severe complaint on my lungs, cough, shortness of breath, and spitting of matter and blood, with every other disagreeable symptom of a disorder of the lungs; indeed so afflicting was this disorder, that I could not rest at night, nor could walk 200 yards in the day, without stopping to cough and rest myself a number of times. This disorder continued to increase upon me, until I was much wasted in body, and exceedingly weak. Seeing your advertisements in the public papers, early in the last summer, I commenced taking your justly celebrated cough drops, which I persevered in the use of, for some time; I have now the happiness of informing you my lungs are perfectly sound; I have no shortness of breath, or spitting up of matter or of blood; my cough is a little troublesome in the morning, but no other time.
I am Sir,
Yours ever respectfully,
WILLIAM HENRY.
Garden-Street.
New-York, April 3, 1799.
New-York, July 10, 1798.
To Dr. CHURCH,
Sir,
For upwards of twelve years I have laboured under a severe cough, shortness of breath, spitting of matter from my lungs, and often clotted blood, until at length I was so reduced as to be unable to walk across my room, and owing to the violence of my cough and shortness of breath could get no rest day or night. Hearing of your excellent medicine, the Cough drops, I procured a bottle; I took a dose as soon as I got it, from which I found instantaneous relief, and by continuing it for three days, I blest God I am restored to perfect health. As I believe you have been the instrument in the hands of Providence by saving my life, I must intreat you to publish this for the benefit of any who may be in my situation, as I am confident it is one of the best medicines in the world for those complaints.
I am, Sir, your grateful servant,
NICHOLAS STAGG.
Little Robinson Street
To Dr. CHURCH.
Sir,
It is with much pleasure I congratulate you on that important discovery, your Cough Drops, and request that you will send a further supply without delay. The favorable reports brought to me the two last winters of their speedy and good efficacy, in the relief and cure of Coughs and Asthmatic complaints, induced me to employ them in my practice which I have done with much satisfaction to myself and benefit to others.
If the good opinion I entertain of your medicine can recommend it to public notice, beyond what it has acquired you are at liberty to make it known. Indeed I should hold myself unjust to you and uncharitable to mankind did I not with great willingness acknowledge that I believe it to be one of the best medicines employed in Pulmonary complaints. I sincerely hope you may derive every emolument the medicine entitles you to.
I am, Sir, your very humble servant,
ROBERT PORTER.
Tottenham-court-Road, Dec. 17, 1796.
Prepared (only) at Church's Dispensary, No.
13, Front street, near the Fly-market, New-York
and sold by appointment at Samuel Pleasants's book
Store, Richmond, Virginia.
JUST ARRIVED and for SALE,
Fifty hogsheads and tiers of Philadelphia
STONE, TIME, of the best quality.
Seasoned Jersey Boards, adapted for the best of
inside work.
New England Plank and Boards
3-4, 1 inch & 2 inch pitch pine Plank & Boards.
A quantity of Flooring Plank of a good quality.
Country saved large and small Scantling, Cy-
press Shingles, Spruce Spall for ladders, Tar
in barrels, &c. &c.
JOHN LESTER,
Rockets Landing, April 10, 1804. 2w
Lawyers' Declarations
For Sale here.
DOCUMENTS,
Accompanying the Report of the committee appointed to enquire into the official conduct of SAMUEL CHASE and RICHARD PETERS.
(Continued.)
DEPOSITION OF J. MARSHALL.
John Marshall deposes that when he first heard the fact which Jonathan Snowden is stated by the chairman of this committee to have sworn to, relative to a conversation between judge Chase and judge Washington in his presence, relative to the trial of James Thomson Callender, he had not the slightest recollection of any conversation resembling that reported by the said Snowden. On endeavoring since to retrace in his mind impressions formerly received, he has a vague and indistinct recollection of some conversation resembling that said to be stated by the said Snowden, but cannot pretend to particularise the words, or even the precise sentiment which was uttered. He does, however, positively assert his perfect conviction, that no such conversation was ever understood by him to be serious. He should certainly have entertained opinions of both those gentlemen very different from those he really entertains, if he had supposed such motives to judicial conduct to have been acknowledged by the one, or attributed to him by the other, without even the semblance of reproach.
J. MARSHALL.
Sworn to before me this 2d day of March, 1804.
JOHN RANDOLPH,
Chairman of the Committee of Inquiry into the official conduct of Samuel Chase and Richard Peters, Esquires, or either of them.
DEPOSITION OF B. WASHINGTON.
Bushrod Washington being summoned to appear before this committee to give testimony, and being first duly sworn, after hearing from the chairman thereof the substance of a deposition given before the committee by Jonathan Snowden, respecting a conversation stated by the said Snowden to have taken place between Samuel Chase and this deponent upon the subject of Callender's trial, deposes and saith that he has not the slightest recollection of any such conversation as that stated to him. That he has been in the habit for some years past to converse jocosely with the said Samuel Chase upon a variety of subjects, and is well satisfied that the conversation now alluded to, if it ever took place, was altogether of this cast. He thinks it impossible that he could seriously have asked the question which it is said he did.
BUSHROD WASHINGTON.
March 2d, 1804.

(whom he did not know at the time) Mr. Carr, of Virginia, and several others.
He understood from a gentleman who said he was a member of the grand jury, and who agreed with the deponent in political sentiment, such an attempt would be futile, as the grand jury would not make the application.
Question. Do you believe that you had such a recollection of the charge as enabled you to state the substance of it correctly?
Answer. I do, except those parts which (as believing them unimportant) I did not notice.
Question. Did the judge read the charge or deliver it extempore?
Answer. He read it from a paper. But frequently appeared to speak extempore also. It appeared to a gentleman (Mr. Carr) who made the observation to me, that many of the observations of the judge were drawn forth by the presence of some of the members of the legislature of Maryland, who supported the measures which he condemned.
Question. Have you not given the charge a higher coloring, than it received from him?
Answer. It was my wish rather to under-charge than over-charge it. Wherever I had a doubt I erased from my first sketch. I hoped my publication would draw forth a full publication from the judge.
The charge as published by Mr. Chase ( Nat. Int. Aug. 6, 1803. ) read.
Question. Is this the charge which the judge delivered?
Answer. In some respects it varies from that which I heard. The judge did positively say, that the act of Congress repealing the judiciary law was unconstitutional and expressly asserted the right of the court to declare the laws unconstitutional. These words "I am of opinion that every citizen should have an equal share of liberty," were not used by the judge.
Sworn to before me this fourteenth day of January, 1804.
JOHN RANDOLPH, Chairman of the Committee of Inquiry, into the official conduct of Samuel Chase and Richard Peters, Esquires, or either of them.
Very late from Europe.
NEW-YORK, April 5.
By the arrival yesterday of the ship John Morgan, Capt. Howard, in 27 days from London, the editors of the New-York Gazette have received London papers to the evening of the 3d of March.
One of the passengers in the John Morgan, informs us, that he was told by the mate of the ship Chatham, on the 8th of March, that he had received a letter from Capt. Chew, commander of the said ship, then at London, stating that the British government had issued orders to prevent the sailing of all vessels from England. The Chatham was from this port bound to Amsterdam, but was ordered away from that port by the British.
The King of England, it appears, was on the recovery. The subject of his illness had been taken up in Parliament. The sailing of the French fleet from Toulon is contradicted.
Dispatches had been received from Lord Nelson, giving accounts of the ill treatment of the English Consul by the Dey of Algiers—it which place his Lordship had appeared with part of his squadron, and demanded satisfaction—which the Dey refused to give. His Lordship thought it improper to commence hostilities without the consent of his government, and had wrote home for orders.
Capt. Howard, of the John Morgan, informs us, that on leaving the Downs the 8th March, he was visited by a Lieutenant from on board Lord Keith's fleet, who informed him, that he had that morning received information of a conspiracy against Bonaparte, at the head of which was the celebrated Moreau, and several other distinguished characters—All of whom had been detected. Moreau and several others had made their escape. And further informed, that the British government had dispatched three or four cutters off to their (Moreau, &c.) assistance. Several men of war sailed for the French coast, the day Capt. Howard left there: Some of them steered for Cherbourg, off which place he heard a heavy firing before he lost sight of the coast.
LONDON, March 1.
Two French ships of the line had escaped from L'Orient into Rochfort, making a force there of 4 sail, one of which was a three decker, all which were blockaded by a squadron of 4 British ships. Sir Edward Pellew was as usual, watching four French ships and the Dutchmen off Ferrol; but his force was diminished to four sail.
MARCH 3.
We received this morning accounts from Lisbon and Malaga. To the calamity of the yellow fever, from which Malaga had just escaped, have been added the horrors of an earthquake, which began on the 13th of Jan. and did much damage. The particulars have not transpired; but from the 13th to the 23d, scarcely a day passed without two, three or more shocks being felt.
The Portuguese government have, it is said, been required to pay more money to France.
His Majesty's indisposition was again alluded to yesterday in the House of Com-
mons by Mr. Grey. He asked Mr. Addington, whether in the information he had communicated to the House on Monday he distinctly meant to assert, that the personal exercise of the Royal Authority was not suspended? And if such was his meaning, whether that assertion was founded on his own knowledge in consequence of personal access to his Majesty, or from the information of all the Physicians now attending upon his Majesty.
Mr. Addington in reply referred to what he had said on Monday, with the addition that he had not had personal access to his Majesty, but that a better criterion had been afforded him, whereon he formed that opinion, he meant the concurring sentiments of all the five Physicians attending his Majesty.
Mr. Grey, immediately after Mr. Addington had spoken, said, that if affairs continued in the state in which they were at present, he should submit a motion to the House upon the subject next week.
We understand, however, that his Majesty's recovery is advancing rapidly. It is said, that he was well enough yesterday to sign some papers sent to the Queen's House from the Admiralty.
The Bulletin of to day is as follows:— "There is no material alteration in his Majesty since yesterday."
PHILADELPHIA, April 5.
The following is a copy of the address, which has been adopted by two thirds of the legislature of this commonwealth, and presented to the governor, for the removal of Judge Brackenridge:
THE SENATE AND HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of the same commonwealth, Respectfully represent,
That whereas Hugh H. Brackenridge, esq., one of the assistant judges of the supreme court of this commonwealth, after having perfect knowledge that the house of representatives had adopted a report to impeach Edward Shippen, esquire, chief justice, Jasper Yeates and Thomas Smith, esquires, assistant justices of the said commonwealth, for a high misdemeanor in their official capacities, did on the twenty-second day of March, 1804, direct a letter to the speaker of the house of representatives approving that conduct of the judges for which the house had agreed to impeach them; thus at once improperly interfering while a question was pending before the senate, & pronouncing sentence, if not of condemnation, at least of censure, upon the conduct of the house of representatives: and which letter also contains evidence of premeditated insult to the house of representatives by insinuating, in a manner neither to be mistaken or palliated, that the house was actuated in their proceeding against the other judges by unworthy party motives. Such unfounded and unwarrantable insinuations, especially by a citizen to whom the high trust of administering the laws is confided, must unquestionably tend to generate suspicion among our constituents, that the laws are the offspring of corruption, prejudice or caprice, and not framed by the independent and unbiased deliberation of their representatives, whereby the confidence of the people in the government might be impaired and the peace and harmony of the good citizens of this commonwealth destroyed:—For however any officer in any department of the government, or other persons, may choose to hold in contempt the members of the legislature as private citizens, we deem it a dereliction of duty to permit the sovereignty of the people to be insulted with impunity in the persons of their representatives.
Fully impressed with the persuasion that a man capable of such conduct is an improper person to discharge the important functions of a judge, therefore earnestly recommend to you to vindicate the majesty of the people by removing the said Hugh H. Brackenridge from the office of an assistant justice of the supreme court of this commonwealth.
New Hampshire.—The last accounts from this state give the following as the totals of votes given for governor, from all the towns but 30:— GILMAN, fed 11,442 LANGDON, rep. 11,400 Federal majority 42!
The above we are assured may be relied on as correct; it is also added as highly probable that from the remaining thirty towns Mr. Langdon will have a majority—whether or not, it must be evident that republicanism has made an almost unexampled progress within the last year; we have never known such close running at any election, and on whatever side the majority may be, it will not amount to more than a few hundred—last year the federalists succeeded by thousands.
April 6.
We understand that the governor has refused his assent to the address of the legislature for the removal of judge Brackenridge.
Lost and supposed to be stolen, from the place opposite the capitol, where riding horses are usually tied.
A SORREL HORSE,
About 4 feet 11 inches, or 5 feet high, with a star or white spot in his forehead, some white feet and white tail, breeches, traces and canters—is supposed to be about 9 or 10 years old, and had on him a tolerable good saddle, with pitted stirrups much worn, and a snaffle bridle. He had been tied at the usual place, opposite the capitol between one and two o'clock, and was missing between three and four o'clock that day; he is in very indifferent order. A liberal reward will be paid to any person who will deliver said horse, &c. to the subscriber, living on Richmond hill in the city of Richmond.
GEO. W. SMITH.
April 11, 1804.
The Virginia Argus.
RICHMOND:
SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 1804.
MEMBERS chosen to serve in the next General Assembly of this Commonwealth.
Charlotte, Robert Price, Richard Davenport. Caroline, Daniel Coleman, John Woodford. Chesterfield, Matthew Cheatham, William Clarke. Louisa, Henry Pendleton, Peter M. Daniel. Princess Anne, E. H. Moseley, George Walker. Prince William, William Tyler, Isaac Foster. Richmond county, Peter Rust, Vincent Branham. Stafford, Hancock Eustace, Nathaniel Fox.
Captain Mentor, arrived at Boston from Alicante, informs that all the officers of the United States frigate Philadelphia, seventeen in number, had been liberated thro' the spirited interference of the French consul at that place; and 15 or 20 of the crew had found means to escape from servitude by getting possession of a boat and putting to sea.
Accounts received from Gibraltar announce the sailing, from that place, on the 13th Feb. of the United States brig Argus, in quest of a Tripolitan privateer, which was said to be out.
(Phil. Gaz.)
Judge Chase has published a solemn protest against the proceedings lately instituted by congress for his trial; he complains of intemperance and party spirit, who has never been governed by any thing else, he complains of the delay which will take place before his trial, of the impropriety of his not being heard as he had requested, who had himself refused to delay the trial of an individual accused, and by which delay innocence might be shewn—in short Mr. Chase complains of every thing that has been done; he has discovered in the proceedings of the committee of enquiry, what no body else could, a disposition to tyrannize, and as he now knows what that is in imagination, he can be at no loss to conjecture what must have been the reality to those who were so unfortunate as to be placed within his grasp.
(Aurora.)
Judge Chase declares in his solemn protest, which is more indecent by a great deal than that of Mr. Basset, that the evidence collected by the committee of enquiry has been ex parte ; it might be indecent to give a brief answer to this assertion, though with Mr. Chase we have no reason to stand upon ceremony—it is, observed that, Mr. Chase is mistaken, and every one, who has read the testimony, must well know that his assertion is unfounded, for among the witnesses were men the most violent on the federal side, nay to the best of our recollection half the number of witnesses were federalists—how this can be called ex parte evidence, we leave to the admirers of Mr. Chase, of his mildness and veracity. (ib.)
A Federal Gentleman, who lately visited the late President Adams, at his house in Quincy, on seeing a handsome portrait of President JEFFERSON in the room, observed to Mr. ADAMS, "I had I not known you, Sir, I should have concluded, from seeing this portrait, that you was a Jacobin." To which Mr. Adams replied, "Sir, I have long been acquainted with Mr. JEFFERSON, and although we differ somewhat in politics, yet I most highly respect and esteem the man as one of the most honest, respectable and intelligent of our country."
(Eastern Argus.)
From the London Medical and Chirurgical Review, for January, 1804.
Effects of Galvanism in the cure of diseases.
The application of so powerful an agent as galvanism to the human body cannot but be productive of important effects in the treatment of diseases, either salutary or hurtful, according as it is made with judgment or otherwise. M. Vassali Eandi, member of the Turin Academy of Sciences, has adduced some facts on the subject deserving the notice of physicians; accompanied, however, by pathological observations, which will in general be deemed hypothetical, and which we shall, therefore, pass over. Amongst a variety of cases where galvanism was successfully performed, are the following.
A lady, thirty years of age, after having suffered long from severe headaches, lost the sight of her right eye. To all appearance, the organ was as sound as the other; the affection, therefore, was attributed to a paralytic state of the optic nerve. The author constructed a pile of thirty pairs, about the diameter of a crown-piece, and used gold wires as conductors. He caused the galvanic fluid to enter near the external angle of the eye, and to pass out, sometimes at the eyebrow, sometimes exactly over the ophthalmic branch of nerve which passes through the orbital foramen, and sometimes at the inner angle of the eye. The operation was painful, and was attended with a considerable flow of tears; but in the space of half an
hour an evident improvement of the sight was perceived. The operation was repeated the same evening. The following day the patient could distinguish the outlines of bodies; and by three days repetition of the galvanism, her sight became tolerably distinct.
A young woman, 27 years of age, of a melancholic temperament, after several slight attacks, was seized with hemiplegia of the right side, which affected particularly the arm, face and eye. The other symptoms yielded to blood letting and the ordinary remedies; but the eye remained fixed, with a pain seated in its muscles. Ten minutes' galvanization produced an abundant flow of tears from the affected eye, and from the nostril on the same side, which from the first attack, had continued dry: the pain felt in the muscles of the eye was also greatly alleviated. The patient could turn the eye from side to side, but still with great difficulty elevated or depressed it; and she felt a general sense of weight over the whole eye. A repetition of the operation, the next day but one, restored the free motion of the organ, and removed every uneasy sensation.
Besides the above, a case of hydrophobia is related, which appeared to be cured by the same application. A man was bit in the thumb by a mad dog, and a month afterwards, came to consult M. Rossi, on account of the pains which he felt in the arm, in the back, and particularly in the part which had been bitten. The actual cautery was applied to the thumb, and removed the pain; but, in a few days after, the pains returned, accompanied with symptoms of hydrophobia. The patient could not bear the sight of water without shuddering; an inflammation of the throat prevented his swallowing even bread well chewed; and he shewed a constant disposition to bite those around him.
In this state he was conducted to M. Rossi, who, observing that he could not bear the sight of water, nor even of shining bodies, prepared, in an adjoining room, a pile of fifty pairs of zinc and silver, with intermediate discs of pasteboard moistened with a solution of muriate of ammonia. He then employed strips of coarse paper moistened, as a conductor, on which he made the patient stand barefoot; and, at the moment that he opened his mouth to bite, M. Rossi thrust into it the extremity of a conductor communicating with the other extremity of the pile. The man appeared to suffer greatly from the operation, which after repeated shocks, weakened him so much, that he was unable to support himself: it was then continued as he lay on the ground, till he became covered with drops of sweat. This was done at two in the afternoon; and at six the next morning he went of himself to M. Rossi, to tell him he was completely cured, as he felt no pain, nor any difficulty of swallowing, and had lost all his aversion to water and liquids: he could not be persuaded, however, to submit again to the operation. A few days after this, upon feeling some slight pains, he was apprehensive of a return of the hydrophobia; but they disappeared on the re-application of the galvanism. This cure, M. Rossi observes, was performed in the presence of numerous witnesses. The sensibility of the patient was so great, that shocks which affected others merely in the fingers, extended in him to the shoulders.
AGRICULTURE.
PLAISTER OF PARIS.
The farmers of the neighboring states have been reaping immense profits for many years, from the use of Plaister of Paris as a manure—some intelligent and enterprising farmers of this state have used it with the happiest effect.
It is known that a great portion of the soil of any state answers that description, on which this plaister operates most certainly and powerfully.
The following extracts from Judge Peters valuable publication on the subject (this book itself ought to be read by every farmer) are inserted to induce further experiments:—
Question. How long have you used the Plaister?
Answer. About twenty five years. I was among the first who began to use it in Pennsylvania.
Q. In what condition was your land when you began to apply it?
A. Worn out by long and bad culture;—full of weeds and other noxious plants.
Q. What quantity per acre have you generally used?
A. I have seldom used more than two bushels per acre in one season, but generally one, and one and a half bushels, which I find sufficient if repeated yearly, whilst in clover.
Q. What soils are the most proper for this manure?
A. Light soils, dry and sandy, or loamy. On clay I never succeeded, though I have heard of its being used in clay with a degree of success.
Q. Have you repeated the application of it with or without ploughing; at what intervals, and with what effects?
A. I have beneficially repeated the application, with & without ploughing; but I succeed best in a repetition after cultivating and dressing slightly with stable manure, or with ploughing in green manures, such as Buck wheat in full blossoms.
Q. Do you find that it renders the earth sterile, after its useful effects were gone?
A. I perceive no greater degree of sterility after plaister than after dung.
Q. To what products can it be most profitably applied; grains and what kinds, grasses and what kinds?
A. Its effect is immediately upon grass of all kinds, and upon indian corn; and upon all other kinds of grain the year following, when it is well mixed with the soil by ploughing.
Q. When is the best time to scatter it?
A. From the first of March, if the ground is clear of frost, to the 1st of May, being careful always to choose a calm, foggy or damp time.
Q. What is the greatest product per acre of grass, &c. you have known by the means of plaister?
A. As much as from any other manure: I never weighed or kept an exact account; I think I have had five tons per acre, at two cuttings, in one season; and I have sometimes cut a third crop; tho' I seldom do this, as I prefer feeding the third growth.
MARRIED—On Saturday evening last, Mr. THOMAS BENDLE, to the amiable Miss BETSEY COUTTS, both of this city.
Richmond, April 10th, 1804.
Mr. PLEASANTS, BE pleased to publish the following advice of Council, for the information of the officers concerned.
I am, sir, your obt. servt.
SAM. COLEMAN.
IN COUNCIL, March 17th, 1804.
IT IS ADVISED, That each company of Cavalry raised, or hereafter to be raised, in this commonwealth, be deemed complete whenever for such company, there shall be inlisted thirty-two men rank and file; that no troop of Cavalry shall in number exceed sixty-four, such troops excepted as now exceed that number.
DANL. L. HYLTION, Clerk of the Council.
Extract from the Journal.
[By Authority.]
AN ACT
For the relief of the heirs of John Habersham.
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the proper accounting officers of the treasury, in settling the accounts of John Habersham, late collector of the port of Savannah, be authorised to allow a charge of one thousand one hundred and eleven dollars and sixteen cents, being the balance of the additional duty of ten per cent, on goods, wares and merchandise imported in foreign ships, but which in the commencement of the execution of the law of one thousand seven hundred and ninety, for the collection of duties on imports and tonnage, was not duly collected by him, owing to the distance which deprived him of early instructions from the treasury department: and also the further sum of one thousand dollars being the amount of a draft of Edward Price, factor of the United States for establishing trade with the Creek Indians, for supplies advanced to the said factor, which has not heretofore been credited on his account.
NATHL. MACON,
Speaker of the House of Representatives. JESSE FRANKLIN,
President of the Senate pro-tempore. March 26, 1804.
APPROVED,
TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT
Further to alter and establish certain post roads and for other purposes.
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the following post roads be discontinued:
In North Carolina.
From Woodstock to Hyde court house; from Halifax to Tarborough; and from Tarborough to Louisburg.
In Virginia.
From Lexington, by Amherst springs to Cabellsborough; from Pendleton court house to Bath court house; and from Alexandria to Piscataway in Maryland.
In Kentucky.
From Hartford, by Vienna, to Muhlenburg courthouse.
In Ohio.
From Zanesville to Marietta; and from Cincinnati to Detroit.
In Maryland.
From Westminster to Taneytown; from Emmitsburg to Fairfield in Pennsylvania; from Elkton to Sassafas; from Bridgetown to Greenborough; and from Brookville to Taneytown.
In Pennsylvania.
From Pittsburg to Meedsville.
In Massachusetts.
From Worcester to Providence, in Rhode Island.
In Vermont.
From Newbury, by Barry, to Montpelier.
In New York.
From the town of Chester, in Washington county, to Plattsburgh.
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That the following post roads be established, to wit:
In Georgia.
From Athens, to Wakinsville.
In South Carolina.
From Orangeburg, by Barnwell court house, Tredways and Town creek mills to Campobello.
From Statesburg to Columbia.

In North Carolina. From Warrenton by Ransom's bridge and Enfield, to Tarborough; and to return by Nash court house, Sill's store and Ransom's bridge, to Warrenton; from Halifax to Enfield; from Scotland Neck by Granbury's Cross Roads to Windsor, and from Newbern to the town of Beaufort; from Raleigh by Nuttall's store to Meritsville.
In Virginia. From Fredericksburg, by Falmouth, Elk run church, Fauquier courthouse and Salem, to Paris; from Clarkburg, by Buchanan settlement to Randolph court house; from Lancaster court house to Kilmarnock; and from Kanawha court house, by Point Pleasant to Gallipolis, in Ohio; from thence to the Scioto Salt springs and from Prince Edward court house by Lester's store, Wheeler's springs, and Campbell courthouse, to New-London; from Danville, in Virginia, to Lenox's castle, in North Carolina, and from Wood court house to Marietta.
In Kentucky. From Springfield, by Green court house, Adair court house, and Cumberland court house, to Jackson court house in Tennessee; and from thence to Black-burn springs; from John Wood's near the Hazle patch, to Lincoln court house; from the town of Washington to Augusta; from Frankfort to Henry court house; that the post road from Montgomery court house to Fleming court house, shall pass by Slate creek iron works and the Upper Blue Licks; and that the post road from Hartford to Logan court house shall pass by Muhlenburg court house.
In Tennessee. From Dixon's springs, by Lebanon and Rutherford court house to Nashville; and that the post road from Nashville to Springfield, shall pass by Mansker's lick.
In Ohio. From Warren, in the county of Trumbull, by Cleveland to Detroit; from Chillicothe to Alexandria; from Steubenville to New-Lisbon; from Chillicothe to Frankfort; from Cincinnati, through Franklin and Dayton, to Stanton, from thence through Waverly to Deerfield to Charleson; from Zanesville to Tuscarora to Garden bottom; and that the post road from Georgetown to Canfield, shall pass through New-Lisbon.
In Pennsylvania. From Alexandria through Hottidaysburg, Beaula and Armagh to Greensburg; from Pittsburgh through Butler and Mercer to Meedsville; from Bedford by Berlin to Somerset; from Chambersburg through Strasburg and Fauntzberg to Huntingdon.
In New Jersey. From Ringoe's tavern by Somerset court house, Bound brook, Scotch plains and Springfield to Newark; and from Rahway by Scotch plains to New-Providence.
In New York. From Kingston through Catskill, Loonenburg, and Coxsackie, to the city of Albany; from Lansingburg, through Schaghticoke, Easton, Argyle, and Hartford, to Whitehall; from Oswego to Aurora; from Unadilla to Cooperstown; from the little falls on the Mohawk river, to the academy in Fairfield; and from Kingston, by Delhi, to the post office in Meredith; from Walton to Jericho; from the painted post in the state of New York to Williamsport, in the state of Pennsylvania; the post road from Canadona to Niagara shall pass by Buffalo Creek.
In Connecticut. From Hartford, through Granby and Granville, to Blandford, in Massachusetts; from New-Haven, through Hamden, Cheshire, and Southington, to Farmington; and from Hartford, through Glastenbury and Colchester, to New-London.
In Massachusetts. From Shrewsbury, through Holden, Rutland, Oakham, Hardwick, Greenwich, Pelham, and Amherst to North Hampton.
In Maine. From Brunswick, by Litchfield and Hallowell, to Augusta; from Wiscasset to Boothbay; and from Fryeburg, through Conway, the notch of the white mountain, Jefferson, Lancaster, to Guildhall courthouse in Vermont.
In New Hampshire. From Haverhill in Massachusetts to pass through Salem to Windham in New-Hampshire, from Alsop to Conway; from Salisbury to Plymouth, alternately on each side of Merimack river; from Littleton to Guildhall courthouse, alternately on each side of Connecticut river; from Littleton through St. Johnsbury and Danville in Vermont, to St. Alban's on Lake Champlain.
In Louisiana. From Massac, on the Ohio river, to Cape Girardeau, in Louisiana; from thence to New Madrid; from the said Cape Girardeau by St. Geneve to Kaskaskia, in the Indiana territory; and from Cahokia to St. Louis, in Louisiana; from Natchez to Tombigby, and from Natchez to New Orleans.
Sec. 3. And be it further enacted, That all letters, returns, and other papers, on public service, sent by the mail to or from the offices of inspector and paymaster of the army, shall be received and conveyed free of postage.
Sec. 4. And be it further enacted, That whenever it shall be made to appear to the satisfaction of the postmaster general, that any road established by this or any former act, as a post road, is obstructed by fences, gates, or bars, other than those lawfully
used on turnpike roads, to collect their toll, and not kept in good repair with proper bridges and ferries, where the same may be necessary, it shall be the duty of the postmaster general to report the same to congress, with such information as can be obtained, to enable congress to establish some other road instead of it in the same main direction.
Sec. 5. And be it further enacted, That this act shall not be so construed as to affect any existing contract for carrying the mail.
NATHL. MACON, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JESSE FRANKLIN, President of the Senate, pro tempore. March 26, 1804. APPROVED, TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT To authorise the adjournment of district courts by marshals, in certain cases. BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That in case of the inability of the judge of any district court to attend on the day appointed for holding a special or an adjourned district court, such court may, by virtue of a written order from the judge thereof, directed to the marshal of the district, be adjourned by the marshal to the next stated term of said court, or to such day prior thereto, as in the said order shall be appointed.
NATHL. MACON, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JESSE FRANKLIN, President of the Senate, pro tempore. March 26, 1804. APPROVED, TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT To amend the act, intitled "An act concerning the registering and recording of ships and vessels."
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That no ship or vessel shall be entitled to be registered as a ship or vessel of the United States, or if registered, to the benefits thereof, if owned in whole or in part by any person naturalized in the United States, and residing for more than one year in the country from which he originated, or for more than two years in any other foreign country, unless such person be in the capacity of a consul or other public agent of the United States. Provided, That nothing herein contained shall be construed to prevent the registering anew of any ship or vessel before registered, in case of a bona fide sale thereof to any citizen or citizens resident in the United States: And provided also, That satisfactory proof of the citizenship of the person on whose account a vessel may be purchased, shall be first exhibited to the collector before a new register shall be granted for such vessel.
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That the proviso in the act, intitled "An act in addition to an act, intitled "An act concerning the registering and recording of ships and vessels," passed the twenty-seventh of June, one thousand seven hundred and ninety-seven, shall be taken and deemed to extend to the executors or administrators of the owner or owners of vessels in the said proviso described.
NATHL. MACON, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JESSE FRANKLIN, President of the Senate, pro tempore. March 27, 1804. APPROVED, TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT To repeal a part of the act, intitled "An act supplementary to the act concerning Consuls and Vice-Consuls, and for the further protection of American Seamen."
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That the ninth section of the act, intitled "An act supplementary to the act concerning consuls and vice consuls and for the further protection of American seamen," passed the twenty-eighth of February, one thousand eight hundred and three, be, and the same is hereby repealed.
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That all powers of attorney for the transfer of any stock of the United States or for the receipt of interest therein executed in a foreign country, since the thirtieth day of June one thousand eight hundred and three, according to the forms in use at the Treasury of the United States prior to the said thirtieth day of June one thousand eight hundred and three, shall be valid to all intents and purposes; any provision in the aforesaid section hereby repealed to the contrary notwithstanding.
NATHL. MACON, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JESSE FRANKLIN, President of the Senate, pro tempore. March 27, 1804. APPROVED, TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT In addition to the act, intitled "An act for the punishment of certain crimes, against the United States."
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That any person, not being an owner, who shall, on the high seas, wilfully and corruptly cast away, bury, or otherwise destroy any ship or other vessel unto which he belongeth, being the property of any citizen or citizens of the United States, or procure the
same to be done, and being thereof lawfully convicted, shall suffer death.
Sec. 2. Be it further enacted, That if any person shall on the high seas, wilfully and corruptly cast away, bury or otherwise destroy any ship or vessel of which he is owner, in part or in whole, or in any wise direct or procure the same to be done, with intent or design to prejudice any person or persons that hath underwritten, or shall underwrite any policy or policies of insurance thereon, or if any merchant or merchants that shall load goods thereon, or of any other owner or owners of such ship or vessel, the person or persons offending therein, being thereof lawfully convicted, shall be deemed and adjudged guilty of felony, and shall suffer death.
Sec. 3. And be it further enacted, That any person or persons guilty of any crime arising under the revenue laws of the United States, or incurring any fine or forfeiture by breaches of the said laws, may be presented, tried and punished, provided the indictment or information be found at any time within five years after committing the offence or incurring the fine or forfeiture, any law or provision to the contrary notwithstanding.
NATHL. MACON, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JESSE FRANKLIN, President of the Senate, pro tempore. March 26, 1804. APPROVED, TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT For the relief of Moses Young.
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That the accounting officers of the treasury, be authorised and directed to liquidate the accounts of Moses Young, for services rendered the United States as agent of claims at Madrid, from the date of his appointment by Mr. Humphreys, then minister of the United States at the court of Spain, until the time he ceased to act as the private secretary of that minister, and after the rate of two thousand dollars per annum: Provided, That he produce to the accounting officers of the treasury a certificate from Mr. Humphreys, that he received no pay or emolument from individuals for said services.
NATHL. MACON, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JESSE FRANKLIN, President of the Senate, pro tempore. March 26, 1804. APPROVED, TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT In addition to an act intitled, "An act to establish an uniform rule of naturalization, and to repeal the acts heretofore passed on that subject."
BE it enacted, by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That any alien being a free white person, who was residing within the limits and under the jurisdiction of the United States, at any time between the eighteenth day of June, one thousand seven hundred and ninety-eight, and the fourteenth day of April, one thousand eight hundred and two, and who has continued to reside within the same, may be admitted to become a citizen of the United States, without a compliance with the first condition specified in the first section of the act, intitled, "An act to establish an uniform rule of naturalization, and to repeal the acts heretofore passed on that subject."
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That when any alien who shall have complied with the first condition, specified in the first section of the said original act, and who shall have pursued the directions prescribed in the second section of the said act, may die before he is actually naturalized, the widow and the children of such alien, shall be considered as citizens of the United States, and shall be entitled to all rights and privileges as such, upon taking the oaths prescribed by law.
NATHL. MACON, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JESSE FRANKLIN, President of the Senate, pro tempore. March 26, 1804. APPROVED, TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT In relation to the Navy Pension Fund.
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That all the money accruing or which has already accrued to the United States, from the capture of prizes authorised by law, and which has not already been paid to the secretary of the navy, the secretary of the treasury, and the secretary of war, as commissioners of the navy pension fund; shall be paid to the treasurer of the United States.
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of the treasurer of the United States, to receive all the money so accruing, and to disburse the same pursuant to warrants from the secretary of the navy, countersigned by the accountant of the navy; and a distinct quarterly account of the monies thus received and disbursed, shall be rendered by the said treasurer to the accounting officers of the treasury, in the same manner as is provided for other public monies received by him. Sec. 3. And be it further enacted, That it shall be the duty of the accountant of the navy to receive & settle all accounts whatever, in relation to the navy pension fund, & report from time to time, all such settle-
ments as shall have been made by him, for the inspection and revision of the accounting officers, of the treasury, in the same manner as in other cases of public accounts.
Sec. 4. And be it further enacted, That the comptroller of the treasury shall be fully authorised and empowered to direct suits for the recovery of any sums now due or which may hereafter be due to the United States, for prizes as aforesaid, and to prosecute the same in the name of the United States, in the same manner as in other cases for the recovery of monies due to the United States.
Sec. 5. And be it further enacted, That the commissioners of the navy pension fund be, and they are hereby authorised to appoint a secretary, who shall perform all such duties in relation to the fund, as they shall require of him; and shall receive for his service, a salary not exceeding two hundred and fifty dollars per annum, to be paid quarterly at the treasury of the United States, and charged to the same fund.
Sec. 6. And be it further enacted, That the commissioners of the navy pension fund be, and they are hereby authorised and directed to make such regulations, as may to them appear expedient, for the admission of persons on the roll of navy pensioners, and for the payment of the pensions.
NATHL. MACON, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JESSE FRANKLIN, President of the Senate, pro tempore. March 26, 1804. APPROVED, TH: JEFFERSON.
NOTICE.
THE non Commissioned Officers and Privates of the RICHMOND LIGHT INFANTRY BLUES, are hereby notified that they are to attend at their parade ground near Mr. Craig's office, on Wednesday the 18th inst. at the hour of 4 o'clock in the afternoon, completely equipped. Such Gentlemen as are desirous of being admitted members of this company will please to give in their names at the same time, in order that they may be ballotted for agreeable to the bye laws of said company. April 11th, 1804. 1*
The Subscribers having mutually agreed to separate and forever remain apart as man and wife, the public are thus requested to take notice that the undersigned Robert Campbell is not to be liable, or in any manner responsible for any debt hereafter to be contracted by the undersigned Ann Campbell, or otherwise accountable for her conduct—it having been mutually agreed by articles of separation that each of us shall in future be and remain absolved from all the ties of matrimony as fully, completely and effectually, as though they never had been solemnised, as far as the laws, usages and customs of the commonwealth will admit of.
RO: CAMPBELL. ANN CAMPBELL. Teste, JNO. WALKER. Richmond, April 10, 1804. tf
The subscriber begs leave to return his grateful thanks to his friends and the public in general for their past favors, and takes the liberty of informing them, that he has lately removed from Meadsville to Halifax court house, and has opened a house of entertainment where Capt. John Clay lately resided; which he intends keeping in such a manner as he presumes to hope will give general satisfaction to all those who may please to favor him with their custom. The pleasant situation of this place, the excellent cool water so very convenient and may always be had fresh, in a few moments—together with the new addition to the house which he has added, and is nearly completed, will he hopes render it an object to all those who wish to consult their own happiness.
He assures the public that he keeps excellent Wine, and an assortment of Ardent Spirits of good quality. He has very commodious Stables with plank floors, which he intends keeping well supplied with good forage and an attentive white hostler. These advantages, together with the particular attention which he means always to bestow, will, he flatters himself, ensure him that part of the public patronage which his exertions merit. WM. RAWLINS. Bell Tavern, Halifax court house, 7th April, 1804. (3w)
At a Quarterly Court held
for Prince Edward county, March 19th, 1804. Josiah Hurt, Judith Cason and Fuqua Beasley, administrators and administrators of Benjamin Hurt, deceased, plaintiffs. AGAINST Zachariah Arnold and Obadiah Hurt, defendants.
THE defendant Zachariah Arnold not having entered his appearance and given security according to an act of the general assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that he is not an inhabitant of this state: On the motion of the plaintiffs by their attorney, It is ordered, that the said defendant Zachariah Arnold do appear here on the first day of May court next and answer the plaintiffs' bill: and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some one of the public newspapers printed in the city of Richmond for two months successively, and also posted at the front door of the courthouse and this county. A Copy. Teste, BENJAMIN WATKINS, D. C.
Pursuant to a deed of
trust executed by William Meredith, sen. to the subscriber, to secure a debt due by said Meredith to Norton Goodman, both of Cumberland county, will be offered for sale, to the highest bidder, for ready money, on Tuesday the 8th of May next, at Capt. James Anderson's tavern in Cumberland,
A Parcel of LAND,
Living on both sides of Bear branch, adjoining the lands of Wm. Wright, and containing fifty acres. Persons desirous of purchasing will be shown the land on application to Wm. Russell or Wm. Wright, both convenient to the same. CARTER PAGE, Trustee. April 9th, 1804. w3t
BANK BILL.
THE act passed by the General Assembly of Virginia, for establishing a Bank in the City of Richmond, is just published and for Sale at this office.
VIRGINIA: At a Superior Court of
Chancery, held in Richmond, March the 12th, 1804.
BETWEEN Price and Sandridge of the city of Richmond, AND Alexander S. Outlaw, junior and Alexander Outlaw, senior, defendants.
THE defendants not having entered their appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that they are not inhabitants of this country: On the motion of the plaintiffs by their counsel, It is ordered, that the said defendants do appear here on the first day of the next September term, and answer the bill of the plaintiffs; and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some newspaper in the city of Richmond for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the capitol in the said city.
A Copy. Teste, P. TINSLEY, C. C.
Pursuant to a deed of trust from Lewis Turner, to secure William Tinsley, as his security, from damage,
Will be Sold,
To the highest bidder, for ready money, at the Merry Oaks, on Saturday the 28th instant,
The Following Property,
To wit: one Feather Bed and furniture, one Horse Cart, one Grindstone, one Saddle, Bridle, Martingale and Collar.
J. W. ELLIS, Trustee. April 12, 1804. 1†
All persons having any
claims against the estate of Dr. George Gilmer, dec. are requested to exhibit them as soon as possible, as this advertisement will be plead in bar of any not produced within the time limited by law. GEORGE GILMER, Ex'or. April 10, 1804. w4t
On application to the subscribers, a great bargain may be had between this and the first of May, in a large commodious
Brick Dwelling House,
With convenient out houses, situated on Shockoe Hill—and for half the purchase money any reasonable credit will be given. PROSSER & MONCURE, v. ms. Richmond, April 12, 1804. 1†M.
All persons indebted to
the estate of Edmund Potter, dec. late of this city, are requested to pay their respective accounts to the subscriber immediately. And those having demands against the said estate, are desired to bring in their accounts properly authenticated for settlement, to SARAH POTTER, Ex'x. Richmond, April 12, 1804. Gt
FOR SALE,
A Few Likely Mules,
If applied for immediately at the City Tavern. April 14, 1804. 2†
Wanted immediately
at this office, as an APPRENTICE to the PRINTING BUSINESS, a YOUTH of respectable connections, from thirteen to fifteen years old.
The Subscriber, living
opposite the Bell Tavern, on the main Street in Richmond, CURES in three weeks time, the most obstinate CANCERS, without using the knife. NO CURE NO PAY. MARCUS LEVY, from Poland. FOR SALE,
A handsome Mulatto Boy,
About 13 years old—He is under an excellent character, and will be sold low for cash. Enquire of the printer hereof. Ap. 6, 1804.
Strayed or stolen from
Mr Armstrong's in Dinwiddie county, on Monday night last, TWO HORSES, to wit, a black mare about 6 or 7 years old, with a bald face, roach mane and bushy tail, shod before, two hind feet white I believe, rubbed on the off thigh by a breech band—the other a bay horse, 3 or 4 years old, has remarkable scars on each buttock like scalds. I will give a reward of twenty dollars to any person that will deliver the said horses to me in Chesterfield county, near Fowler and Murchie's mill. JOHN WAGGENER. April 9, 1804. 2†
N. B. The above horses is suspected, were taken by the three prisoners who lately escaped from the penitentiary. J. W.
VIRGINIA:
COMMITTED to the jail of Lee county on the 10th day of January last, a runaway negro man about five feet seven inches high, supposed to be between forty and fifty years of age, calls himself SAM, thin visage, rather sparse made, had on when brought to jail a low crown hat, a broad cloth coat a good deal worn, a thickset waistcoat and an old pair of cotton breeches; says he belongs to James Caldwell of the county of Guilford, state of North Carolina.—The owner is desired to come and prove his property, pay charges and take him away. CHARLES NOE, D. S. For P. Fuikerson, S. L. C. March 26, 1804. w3m
Advertisement.
By virtue of a deed of trust executed by William Ambler, and recorded in the county court of Fluvanna, for the purpose of securing the payment of a debt due to Col. Richard Morris and David Bullock, will be sold, at public auction, for cash, on the premises, on the 28th day of April next,
One Tract of Land,
Lying in the said county of Fluvanna, containing by the said deed, one thousand and one acres, being the same land conveyed by deed from said Morris and Bullock, to said Ambler, of record in the said county of Fluvanna, and on which the said Ambler lately resided, or so much of the same as will be sufficient to satisfy and pay the balance due on said deed of trust, and the attendant costs and charges. JOHN CHARLES, & 3 Trustees Wm. LAURENCE, March 29th, 1804. wtd
READY MADE PEN
For sale at this office.

Robert Gamble & Son, Are receiving by the ship FAME and other arrivals from Europe, a general assortment of MERCHANDIZE, Suitable to the season—which they are disposed to sell on moderate terms for cash, country produce, or to punctilious customers, on the usual credit. Having a large and convenient WAREHOUSE, calculated to store flour, &c. those who may consign country produce to their care, are assured, that their endeavors will be used to give general satisfaction, and their charge for storage, &c. will be reasonable. Richmond, 17th Oct. 1803.
Juvenile Instruction. THE Senior Class in J. Ogilvie's school have commenced the study of Criticism, Ethics and Metaphysics: an analysis of the principles of Political Economy and Government will conclude this part of the course. Young men who have not had an opportunity of studying these branches of science, (of all others the most important to such as aspire to literary, legal or political eminence,) will probably find the manner in which they are taught in this school, peculiarly calculated to facilitate and expedite their progress. The Senior Class is at present composed of seventeen young men; but as J. O. communicates instruction on these subjects entirely thro' the medium of Lectures, eight or ten additional students, would extend his utility and increase his emoluments, without imposing upon him much more labor than he at present undergoes. Richmond, March 9th, 1804.
FOR SALE, THE ESTATE, CALLED VARINA, LYING on James river, in Henrico county, twelve miles from Richmond, and about the same distance from Petersburg. The quantity of land about 820 acres, of which 500 are of the best quality in the state for wheat, lying in a gentle and uniform slope entirely above floods, completely free from stumps and all obstructions to the plough, yet continuing in strong heart. The remainder is mostly, rather uncommonly high and firm tide marsh, about one fourth cleared; 10 or 15 acres completely surrounded by a good bank of clay, which has been extended, with the view of reclaiming the whole, as far as about two thirds of the requisite distance. The wood which can be carried almost from the stump on board large sea vessels upon two spars, for the distance of three fourths of a mile along the skirts of the forest, will pay all the expenses of reclaiming many times over. A part which was formerly reclaimed from the tide, proved dry enough for tobacco, and brought several immense crops of it without showing a possibility of exhaustion. The marsh abounds with that tall and fine natural grass, the hay of which is thought by numbers preferable to timothy.—A few valuable Negroes raised on the place, viz. three men and a woman, also about a score of cows and oxen of the Ampthill and Boynton breed mixed, some other stock, about a score and a half of Spanish ewes very nearly pure Merino's blood, and 100 barrels of corn, will be left on the place. The tenant is bound to furnish seed and saw a full crop of wheat, about 100 acres, in due time. The estate will be shown to visitors, by Mr. Moses Bates and Mr. W. Radford, living upon it. Mr. George Jefferson of Richmond, or Mr. Thomas Estlin Randolph, will make known the terms to applicants, and will either of them conclude a bargain, which the proprietor will ratify. December 30, 1803.
FOR SALE. On Friday the 27th day of next month, will be sold to the highest bidder, at Dunkirk, in King & Queen county, A Tract of Land, contiguous to said town, and containing 1049 acres—800 acres of this land are low grounds on Mattaponi river and compose a handsome plantation in good order for farming—the remainder consists of high land adjoining, of good quality, and has on it a commodious dwelling house, besides a valuable orchard of peach and apple trees. At the same time will be sold several improved LOTS in the town, one of which there is a convenient tavern, with stables and a garden. The property will be sold collectively or separately as purchasers may wish. The land will be shown to any person, on application to Mr. Samuel Fauntleroy, who resides near it. One third of the money will be expected in hand, and the balance in three annual payments. THOMAS MILLER. Powhatan, March 17, 1804.
The subscriber offers to sell a great bargain in that Valuable Property, Living in the city of Richmond and opposite Byrd's warehouse, at present occupied by Mr. Thomas Burgess—there is near an acre of land, a good dwelling house, kitchen, &c. It is considered to be one of the best stands in the city for a tavern or grocery store. Any person inclined to purchase will in my absence, apply to Mr. Thomas Burgess, or Mr. Louis Truchart, who will show the premises. G. W. TRUCHART. Hanover county, March 7, 1804.
The Broad Rock Jockey Club Races will commence on Tuesday the 8th day of May next, and will continue for 4 days—the 1st day the Jockey Club purse of dollars 400, four mile heats—2d day the Proprietor of the Field's purse of dollars 200, three mile heats—3d day the Jockey Club Cup of dollars 100 value, two mile heats, free for all ages, no person permitted to start for the cup but members of the club, and for their only benefit—4th day a Sweep Stakes for 4 years old colts and fillies, two mile heats, entrance dollars 100, half forfeit; subscription to close on the 15th day of April; 4 subscribers or no race; the weights and rules for those races are agreeable to the Richmond Jockey Club rules—weights as follows: aged horses 133 lbs; 6 years old 123 lbs; 5 years old 118 lbs; 4 years old 105 lbs; 3 years old 90 lbs. Mares and Geldings allowed 3 lbs. The Treasurer for the club requests the members to be pointed in paying up their subscription on or before the day of running. THOMAS CHEATHAM, Tr. March 29, 1804.
THE MEMBERS OF THE CLUB are requested to meet at the Broad Rock course, the day preceding the Jockey Club Purse, at 4 o'clock in the evening, for the purpose of making some regulations for the different days running.
LATELY PUBLISHED, By S. PLEASANTS, Jun. and for sale at this Printing-Office and Book-Store, [Price 2s. 3d.]
Every man his own Doctor; OR, THE POOR PLANTER'S PHYSICIAN.
By Authority. Scheme of a Lottery. TO BUILD AN ACADEMY IN THE CITY OF RICHMOND.
Dollars. 1 Prize—last drawn ticket, having a blank to its number, 20,000 1 do. 10,000 1 do. 5,000 5 do. of 1,000 make 5,000 6 do. of 500 3,000 10 do. of 200 2,000 20 do. of 100 2,000 100 do. of 50 5,000 250 do. of 30 7,500 400 do. of 25 10,000 1,500 do. of 20 30,000 3,000 do. of 15 45,000 1 first drawn ticket after 1,000 having a blank to its number, 250 1 do. after 2,000 do. 250 1 do. after 3,000 do. 250 1 do. after 4,000 do. 250 1 do. after 5,000 do. 500 1 do. after 6,000 do. 500 1 do. after 8,000 do. 500 1 do. after 10,000 do. 500 1 do. after 12,000 do. 500 1 do. after 13,000 do. 500 1 do. after 14,000 do. 1,000 5,325 prizes, 150,000 9,675 blanks—not two to a prize. 15,000 tickets at 10 dollars each, 150,000 N. B. Prizes subject to a deduction of 15 per cent.
This lottery has been authorized by the Legislature of Virginia, for the laudable purpose of erecting a seminary of learning in or near the metropolis of this state. With this view, it is contemplated to raise 20,000 dollars, and 2,500 dollars in addition, for defraying the expenses attendant on drawing the lottery. Citizens of the first respectability have been selected as trustees, and they have pledged themselves to use their utmost exertions to carry it into effect. The scheme has the advantage of giving to each adventurer, a chance for some very large prizes, whilst the proportion of prizes to blanks, is so great as to invite the friends of the intended institution to partake in the lottery, with very little risk of their becoming losers. The treasurer of the state is to be appointed to receive the money for the tickets as they are sold, and to pay the amount of the prizes to the fortunate adventurers. It is believed that the above considerations will induce a rapid sale of tickets, and the drawing will commence as soon as a sufficient number shall be sold to authorize it—which it is believed will be on the second Monday in December next. Richmond, January 31, 1804.
* TICKETS to be had of Robert Pollard, Doct. John Brockenbrough, Jr. Wm. Price, (Reg.) Samuel Pleasants, Jr. and William Prichard.
LORENZO Dow, wishes without delay, to inform the public, that through the misunderstanding of his friends, his appointments as published in the Virginia Argus, clash with another course published by his direction. He therefore gives notice, that he will follow the route appointed by the Argus till he comes to Richmond—But from Richmond he intends to make his way to Norfolk, and from Norfolk to Alexandria agreeably to the appointments made by Dr. Hall and the other Methodist preachers of those parts. March 23, 1804.
BURR MILL-STONE MANUFACTORY. THE subscriber takes this mode of returning his thanks to his former patrons, and informing the public in general, that he has (by desire of his friends) re-commenced the MANUFACTURING OF BURR MILL-STONES; and having furnished himself with a supply of the best materials, and having had sixteen years experience in the business, in Baltimore, Petersburg and Richmond, hopes to be able to give satisfaction to his employers. The stones he will warrant to be as good as any in the United States. Any orders left with Capt. WILLIAM PENROCK, Norfolk; Capt. WILLIAM CHAMBERS, Staunton; Mr. WILLIAM HAY, Wythe county, or Mr. ROBERT MOORE, Petersburg, shall be duly attended to, and country produce received in payment, at the customary prices. TWO APPRENTICES will be taken to the above business, and short time required. WILLIAM DAVIDSON. Richmond, Jan. 16th, 1803. N.B. FOR SALE, PLASTER of PARIS, in stone or ground, for the improvement of land, with directions for the use thereof.
Valuable Property. The subscriber offers for sale, that valuable improved Lot of Ground, Situate on the main street in the city of Richmond, containing about sixty six feet in front and running one hundred feet back, on the cross street leading to the basin of the canal, & immediately opposite to the corner stores now in the occupancy of Messrs. Pickett, Pollard and Johnston, and that of Mr. Charles Spencer. The numerous advantages attending this property needs no comment, its situation being in the centre of business renders it an object for public or private employment, and is perhaps the most eligible in this city for either—Any person desirous of purchasing will be treated with privately on application at any time between this and the first day of May next, and if not sold previous to that day, the same will be offered for sale at public auction, on the fifth day of that month, and the terms thereof made known. JOHN M'ENERY. Feb. 15th, 1804.
TWENTY DOLLARS REWARD. RUN away from the subscriber on Saturday the 19th of February, 1804, a dark mulatto man called BILLEY, 24 or 25 years of age, 5 feet 6 or 7 inches high, has a thick head of hair, which he combs up, and little inclined to be bow legged, is very polite and conversant, and no doubt will attempt to pass as a free man; he is a good waiter and an excellent hostler, the latter occupation he is very fond of. I have reason to believe he will make for the county of Fauquier, having a brother in that county the property in Mr. Pickett; his dress consisted of a round blue jacket, with blue and drab pantaloons, a pair of boots and a leather hat, and carried off other clothes. I will give the above reward to any person who will deliver him to me in Hanover county near Newcastle, or secure him in jail so that I get him again. All masters of vessels and others are forewarned from carrying him out of the state on their peril. THOMAS BLAKEY. Feb. 21, 1804.
Bail and Delivery Bonds May be had at this Office.
WAR DEPARTMENT, Feb. 8th, 1804. Notice is hereby given, That separate Proposals will be received at the office of the Secretary for the Department of War, until the eighteenth day of May next ensuing, for the supply of all rations which may be required for the use of the United States, from the 1st day of October, 1804, until the 30th day of September, 1805, both days inclusive, at the following places, viz.
First. At Niagara, Detroit, Michilimackanac, Chikago, Fort Wayne, the post on the Miami of the Lakes, and at any place or places, where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of Ohio, and at any place or places within the Indiana territory north of the 41st degree of north latitude. Second. At South West Point, Tellico, Knoxville, Nashville, and within the Cherokee nation between Tennessee and Georgia, and on the Tennessee river, and on the road between said river and Nashville, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the states of Tennessee and Kentucky. Third. At the garrison near Vincennes, on the river Wabash. Fourth. At Fort Massac, near the mouth of the Ohio, Kaskaskia, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the Indiana territory, south of the 41st degree of North latitude, (Vincennes excepted.) Fifth. At St. Louis, New Madrid, and any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited in Louisiana, north of the settlements on the river Arkansas. Sixth. At Chickasaw Bluffs, Arkansas, Natchez, Fort Adams, Fort Stoddart on the Mobile, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the Mississippi territory, and on the road between Natchez and the Tennessee river, (the post on said river excepted.) Seventh. At New Orleans, and any place or places on the Mississippi river, below Fort Adams, and at Opelousas, Natchitoches, and at any other place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched, or recruited in Louisiana, not before mentioned, or provided for. Eighth. At Fort Wilkinson, Cockspur Island, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited, within the state of Georgia, and on the Indian boundary between Georgia and the Creek nation. Ninth. At Charleston, Rocky Mountain, on the head waters of the Santee, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the states of South and North Carolina. Tenth. At Norfolk, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of Virginia. Eleventh. At Fort M'Henry, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of Maryland and the district of Columbia. Twelfth. At Fort Mifflin, Pittsburgh, Carlisle, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the states of Pennsylvania, New-Jersey, and Delaware. Thirteenth. At Fort Jay, West Point, Albany, Schenectady, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of New-York, (Niagara excepted.) Fourteenth. At Fort Trumbull, Fort Wolcott, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the states of Connecticut, Rhode-Island and Vermont. Fifteenth. At Fort Independence, (Boston harbour) and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of Massachusetts (the district of Maine excepted.) Sixteenth. At Portsmouth, Portland, and at any place or places where troops are or may be stationed, marched or recruited within the state of New-Hampshire and the district of Maine.
A ration to consist of one pound and one quarter of beef or three quarters or a pound of pork, eighteen ounces of bread or flour, one gill of rum, whisky or brandy, and at the rate of two quarts of salt, four quarts of vinegar, four pounds of soap, and one pound and one half of candles, to every hundred rations. The prices of the several component parts of the rations shall be specified; but the United States reserve the right of making such alterations in the price of the component parts of the ration aforesaid as shall make the price of each part thereof bear a just proportion to the proposed price for the whole ration.
The rations are to be furnished in such quantities, that there shall at all times, during the term of the proposed contract, be sufficient for the consumption of the troops at Michilimackanac, Detroit, Niagara and Chikago for six months in advance, and at each of the other posts on the western waters for at least three months in advance, of good and wholesome provisions, if the same be required. It is also to be permitted to all and every of the Commanders of fortified places or posts to call for at seasons when the same can be transported, or at any time in the case of urgency such supplies of like provisions in advance, as in the discretion of the Commandant shall be deemed proper.
It is to be understood that the contractor is to be at the expense and risk of issuing the supplies to the troops, and that all losses sustained by the depredation of an enemy, or by means of the troops of the United States, shall be paid by the United States at the price of the articles captured or destroyed as aforesaid, on the deposition of two or more persons of credible character, and the certificate of a commissioned officer stating the circumstances of the loss, and the amount of the articles for which compensation shall be claimed.
The privilege is understood to be reserved to the United States of requiring that none of the supplies which may be furnished under any of the proposed contracts, shall be issued until the supplies which have been or may be furnished under contracts now in force, have been consumed, and that a supply in advance may be at all times required at any of the fixed posts on the sea board or Indian frontiers, not exceeding three months.
H. DEARBORN, Secretary of War. (M 13) FOR SALE. An Elegant Coach, And HARNESS, complete, for four horses, may be had at a great bargain, on application to A. MYERS, near the bridge. Richmond, Feb. 11, 1804. COURTNEY'S COLLECTION OF Hymns & Spiritual Songs, Are for sale by the dozen or single, at S. Pleasants' Printing Office. March 17, 1804.
By the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia, A PROCLAMATION. WHEREAS it is represented to the Executive, that Joseph Caldwell and Robert Pearson, confined for horse stealing, and Cullen Demmory, confined for murder in the second degree, have (the two former for the second time) escaped from the penitentiary. I have therefore thought fit, with the advice of the council of state to issue this proclamation, hereby offering a reward of one hundred dollars for each of the convicts so escaped, to any person or persons who shall apprehend and convey them or either of them to the penitentiary. And I do moreover require all officers civil and military, and exhort the good people of the commonwealth to use their best endeavors to apprehend and convey to the penitentiary aforesaid the said Joseph Caldwell, Robert Pearson and Cullen Demmory. Given under my hand with the seal of the commonwealth annexed at Richmond, this 31st day of March, 1804. Signed, JOHN PAGE.
Joseph Caldwell, convicted of horse stealing at the district court of Washington, May 1802; born in the county of Charlotte, 5 feet 11 inches high, 21 years old, fair complexion, dark hair and blue eyes, has a bad countenance, and when spoken to cannot look you in the face. Robert Pearson, convicted of the same offence at the district court of Sweet Springs, October 1802; born in the county of Botetourt, 6 feet high, 29 years old, fair complexion, dark hair and blue eyes, very thin visage, and has a down look; also has the appearance of bad health. Cullen Demmory, a dark mulatto, convicted of murder in the second degree, at the district court of Suffolk, May, 1801; born in the county of Southampton, 5 feet 8 1-2 inches high, 27 years old, black hair and black eyes, and very thin visage.
Caldwell and Pearson made their escape from the penitentiary the 16th of April last and were retained in the counties of Botetourt & Washington, and were both tried for escaping and sentenced to two years additional confinement; the former by the district court of Washington in Sept. last, and the latter by the district court held at the Sweet Springs in Oct. following.
By the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia, A PROCLAMATION. WHEREAS it is represented to the Executive that Israel Wilkinson, who was committed to the jail of the district of Staunton, charged with horse stealing, has escaped from the said jail: I have therefore thought fit with the advice of the council of state to issue this proclamation, hereby offering a reward of fifty dollars to any person or persons who shall apprehend and convey to the said district jail of Staunton the said Israel Wilkinson. And I do moreover require all officers civil and military, and exhort the good people of this commonwealth to use their best endeavors to apprehend and convey to the jail aforesaid the said Israel Wilkinson. Given under my hand with the seal of the commonwealth annexed at Richmond, this 31st day of March, 1804. Signed, JOHN PAGE.
Said Wilkinson is about 24 years of age, upwards of six feet high, and large in proportion, has dark red hair, which he commonly keeps tied, though it is not very long, and has some freckles in his face; he was clothed in a blue roundabout, a blue waistcoat, nearly new, striped pantaloons of olive colored velvet or fancy cord, and a thin summer waistcoat, but not particularly recollected.
The public are respectfully informed that the business heretofore carried on by John Purnfrey, will in future be carried on under the firm of PUMEREY & FITZWYLYSON. Richmond, April 4th, 1804.
For Sale---The Tenement opposite the present residence of John Hopkins, Esq.—For terms apply at this office. 4439 Acres of valuable LAND, In the south of Kentucky, the greater part millitary, will be SOLD for good bonds, or exchanged for property in the state of Virginia.—Enquire of the printer. Dec. 26th, 1803.
TO RENT, A THREE STORY BRICK HOUSE, Near the Market bridge, well situated for a dry or wet goods store, with good accommodation for a family.—For further particulars enquire of the printer. Richmond, March 2, 1804.
Family Flour. A CONSTANT supply of FLOUR, of a superior quality, for family use, kept for SALE, by GEORGE WATT. Richmond, 5th March, 1804.
The business heretofore carried on under the firm of ROBERT POLLOK & Co. in this place, will from the first of April next be conducted under that of POLLOK, FREDWAT & CO. Manchester, 28th March, 1804.
THE public are hereby informed, that the subscriber is prepared with an excellent seine, which will be employed the whole of this season, at the well known SHAD & HERRING FISHERY at Varina, twelve miles below Richmond. The road that leads to this fishery, is plainer and better, than the road leading to any other fishery on James river below this city. His prices for fish will be as follows: Thirty-three shillings and four pence per hundred for shad, or six pence a piece for a smaller quantity. For herrings, twenty shillings per thousand. He will keep a regular supply of salt and barrels for the accommodation of those that may be disposed to purchase fish by the quantity. MOSES BATES. Henrico, March 20, 1804.
By virtue of a deed of trust, executed by John Christian, Jr. of the town of Duiguinsville, and county of Buckingham, to the subscribers, for the purpose of securing the payment of a certain debt, due from the said John Christian, Jr. to the late concern of Dunlop, Pollok & Co. will be SOLD, on the premises, on a credit of twelve months, to carry interest from the date if not punctually paid, on the first Saturday in May next, to the highest bidder, a certain piece or
Parcel of Ground, Lying in the midtown of Duiguinsville, on which is a dwelling house, store house and lumber-house—for the purpose of satisfying the aforesaid debt, with interest and costs attending the execution of this trust. Bond and good security will be required of the purchaser, with interest from the date. JOHN FLOOD, A. FREELAND, } Trustees. March 17, 1804.
A PROPOSAL, BY WILLIAM YOUNG BIRCH & ABRAHAM SMALL. OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: FOR PUBLISHING BY SUBSCRIPTION, THAT CELEBRATED WORK, GIBBON'S HISTORY OF THE DECLINE AND FALL OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE: Together with MEMOIRS of the LIFE and WRITINGS of the AUTHOR. No book could be offered, which stands in less need of encomium and recommendation.—It has been read in almost every European language—The history of the long and interesting period from the reign of Augustus to the taking of Constantinople, and the death of Mahomet the II. is no where else to be found in the shape of regular and well-arranged history.—The Publishers presume to hope, that they do a service to their country in giving an Edition of it from the American press—They will briefly speak of their intentions, and the superiority of this edition.
1. It will be the most complete Edition of Gibbon extant.—Because it will be enriched with the Memoirs of his Life and Writings, written by himself.—This will be an addition to the London copy of nearly 200 pages. 2. It will be about one-third cheaper than the London Copy. 3. It will be executed in the best stile.—The Publishers, with confidence, recommend to the public an inspection of the books, published by them within the last three years.—They are, Russell's Ancient and Modern Europe, 7 Volumes—The Domestic Encyclopedia, 5 Volumes, and Tucker's Blackstone, 5 Volumes.—They promise not to degenerate.
CONDITIONS. I. It shall be printed from the last London edition, and be published in Eight Octavo Volumes, during the year 1804. II. It shall be delivered to those Subscribers who take it in Volumes, at Two Dollars per Volume, in boards. Those who wait for the completion of the Work, may have it either at Sixteen Dollars in boards; or in a good and handsome binding, at Twenty Dollars; payable on delivery. It will be enriched with Two whole sheet Maps—One of the Eastern, the other of the Western part of the Roman Empire—A Map of the parts of Europe and Asia adjacent to Constantinople, and an elegantly engraved Head of the Author. Subscriptions received by SAMUEL PLEASANTS, Jr. Richmond.
Fairfield Races. ON Monday the 30th of next month, will be run for over the Fairfield course, a sweepstake for colts four years old, two mile heats. Five colts are entered at 300 dollars each, and the subscription closed: weights agreeably to the rules of the Jockey Club. On the same day the "Fairfield Jockey Club CUP" will be run for, two mile heats, free for all ages. The horses to be bona fide the property of members of the club. On Tuesday the first day of May, the Jockey Club Purse of 400 dollars, will be run for, four mile heats. On Wednesday the Purse of the proprietor of the course, three mile heats—weights as follows: Aged horses, 133 lbs—6 years old, 128 lbs—5 years old, 118 lbs—4 years old, 106 lbs—3 years old, 90 lbs.—Mares and geldings allowed 3 lbs. The treasurer takes this opportunity of reminding delinquent members, of the necessity of forwarding the amount of their subscriptions previous to the commencement of the races. March 23d, 1804.
THE subscriber, according to a former advertisement, now gives notice, that on Saturday the 14th day of April next, at 12 o'clock, on the premises, he will offer to public SALE,
A Number of Lots, Intersected by commodious streets, crossing at right angles, running due North and South, by East and West, agreeably to a plan deposited at Mr. Samuel Pleasants' Office. This land lies upon the margin of James river, and adjacent to that part of Richmond called Rocketts.
The advantages of this property will present themselves to any person who will view it. The channel runs very near the bank, & that so high as to be entirely safe from frescoes. Valuable warehouses are already erected near this spot, and there can be no doubt that the rapid increase of population and commerce of Richmond will render it desirable, both as a place of residence, and of business. It is known that the canal which has been accomplished at a considerable expense, and must shortly be communicated with tide water, & the improvements for land carriage, afford the means of conveying to this place the productions of an extensive & fertile country heretofore carried to the northern markets for want of these facilities: and if properly managed, must make it the important point of junction between the Eastern and Western people, as well as a depot as a market for produce, coal and foreign merchandise. The legislature have lately incorporated a company for deepening the channel of the river, so as to bring ships of 300 tons burthen, to Rocketts. And have also established a bank on extensive principles, which must greatly increase commercial enterprise. These important considerations contribute to render the property now offered for sale an object of attention to the Landlord, Merchant and Mechanic.
The terms of sale will be one fourth cash approved notes, in 60 days, the residue on bond payable the 1st Jan. next, to carry interest if not paid punctually, and no title made until the bond shall be discharged. A discount of 6 per cent on the last payment, will be allowed for ready money. W. M. MAYO. Powhatan, Feb. 24th, 1804.
Valuable Property FOR SALE. By virtue of a deed of trust executed by Richard Dabney, of King William county, to the subscriber, to secure and satisfy a debt due from the said Richard to Cornelius Dabney, administrator with the will annexed, of Owen Dabney, dec. Will be offered to SALE, on the first day of Hanover county court, in the month of April next, at the courthouse of the said county, to the highest bidder, for ready payment, in current money,
SUNDRY SLAVES, consisting of men, women and children, one Brood Mare, about 8 years old, by Lampblack, two small Horse Cols, about 2 years old, by Americanns, the noted Stud Horse called Hanover, one Wagon and Gear, and 3 Horses, one excellent Chair Horse, about 9 years old, and one Bay Mare Colt, by Americanns. GEO: WM. SMITH. Richmond, March 26, 1804. JUST RECEIVED, At S. Pleasants' Book-Store, Richmond, a very elegant assortment of the best PEN-KNIVES, Which will be sold by the dozen or sin ls.

The VIRGINIA ARGUS Extra.
[Vol. XI.]
A FREE PRESS MAINTAINS THE SOVEREIGNTY OF THE PEOPLE.
[No. 1154]
RICHMOND:—PRINTED (ON WEDNESDAYS AND SATURDAYS) BY SAMUEL PLEASANTS, JUNIOR, PRINTER TO THE COMMONWEALTH.
[FOUR DOLLARS PER ANNUM—PAID IN ADVANCE.]
SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 1804.
[12 1-2 CENTS SINGLE]
[By Authority.]
AN ACT
Supplementary to the act, entitled "An act to incorporate the subscribers to the Bank of the United States."
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the President and Directors of the Bank of the United States shall be, and they are hereby authorised to establish offices of Discount and Deposit, in any part of the territories or dependencies of the United States, in the manner and on the terms prescribed by the act to which this is a supplement.
NATHL. MACON,
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
JESSE FRANKLIN,
President of the Senate, pro tempore.
March 23, 1804.
APPROVED,
TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT
To provide for a more extensive distribution of the Laws of the United States.
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the secretary for the department of state be, and he hereby is authorised and empowered to procure four hundred copies of the laws of the United States: one hundred copies of which shall be distributed in just proportions in the territory of Orleans and district of Louisiana: the other three hundred copies to be reserved for the disposal of Congress.
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That one thousand copies of the laws of the United States which shall be printed at the close of each session shall be reserved for the disposal of Congress, and that the distribution of the remainder shall be extended to the territory of Orleans and district of Louisiana, and to such other territories as are or may hereafter be established in the same manner and proportion as is already provided by law for distributing them among the several states and territories; and the secretary of state shall cause to be published in one newspaper in each of the territories of the United States, where newspapers are printed, the laws which have passed during the present session, and which may hereafter be passed by Congress.
Sec. 3. And be it further enacted, That there shall be transmitted by the secretary of state to each member of the Senate and House of Representatives, and to each territorial delegate, as soon as may be after the expiration of each session of Congress, a copy of all the laws which shall have been passed at such session.
Sec. 4. And be it further enacted, That the sum of two thousand dollars be, and the same hereby is appropriated, for defraying the expense authorised by this act, payable out of any money in the treasury, not otherwise appropriated.
NATHL. MACON,
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
JESSE FRANKLIN,
President of the Senate pro tempore.
March 27, 1804.
APPROVED,
TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT
Relative to the compensations of certain officers of the customs; and to provide for appointing a Surveyor in the district therein mentioned.
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That from and after the last day of June in the present year, the salaries heretofore allowed by law to the several collectors of the customs, for the districts of Bath, Portsmouth, Newport, Middletown, New Haven, Delaware, Richmond, Wilmington in North Carolina, Newbern and Edenton, shall cease and be discontinued. And there shall be allowed and paid annually to the officers of the customs hereafter, named, the following sums respectively, viz.
To the collector for the district of Natchez, in addition to the fees and other emoluments of office, the sum of two hundred and fifty dollars; and to each of the surveyors at New-London, Middletown, New-Haven and Alexandria, in addition to the allowances already established by law, the sum of fifty dollars.
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That from and after the said last day of June in lieu of the commissions heretofore allowed by law there shall be allowed to the collectors of the customs for Wilmington in North Carolina and Newbern, two and a half per cent:
To the collectors for Petersburg and Richmond, two per cent:
To the collectors for Kennebec and New-London, one and three quarters per cent:
To the collector for Bath, one and a half per cent:
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To the collectors for New-Haven and Middletown, one and three eighths per cent:
To the collectors for Providence and Alexandria, one and one quarter per cent:
To the collector for Newburyport, one and one eighth per cent:
To the collector for Portland, three quarters of one per cent:
And to the collectors for Salem and Beverly, five eighths of one per cent; on all monies by them respectively received on account of the duties arising on goods, wares and merchandise, imported into the United States, and on the tonnage of ships and vessels.
Sec. 3. And be it further enacted, That there shall be appointed a surveyor for the district of Marblehead, to reside at Marblehead: who shall be entitled to receive, in addition to the other emoluments allowed by law, a salary of one hundred dollars annually.
NATHL. MACON,
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
JESSE FRANKLIN,
President of the Senate, pro tempore.
March 27, 1804.
APPROVED,
TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT
Concerning the Public Buildings in the City of Washington.
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That Fifty thousand dollars shall be, and the same is hereby appropriated, to be paid out of any money in the treasury, not otherwise appropriated to be applied under the direction of the President of the United States, in proceeding with the public buildings at the city of Washington, and in making such necessary improvements and repairs thereon, as he shall deem expedient.
NATHL. MACON,
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
JESSE FRANKLIN,
President of the Senate, pro tempore.
March 27, 1804.
APPROVED,
TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT
For the appointment of an additional Judge for the Mississippi territory; and for other purposes.
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That there shall be appointed an additional judge for the Mississippi territory, who shall reside at or near the Tombigbee settlement, and who shall possess and exercise, within the district of Washington, as fixed and ascertained by an act of general assembly of the Mississippi territory, entitled, an "Act for the more convenient organization of the courts of the said territory," the jurisdiction heretofore possessed and exercised by the superior court of the said territory within the said district of Washington and to the exclusion of the original jurisdiction of the said superior court within the same: Provided always, That the said superior court shall have full power and authority to issue writs of error to the court established by this act, and to hear and determine the same when sitting, for the district of Adams, as fixed and ascertained by the act of the general assembly of the Mississippi territory herein before mentioned.
Sec. 2. Be it further enacted, That the said superior court are hereby authorised, upon the reversal of a judgment of the court established by this act, to render such judgment as the said court ought to have rendered or passed, except where the reversal is in favor of the plaintiff in the original suit and the debt or damages to be assessed are uncertain, in which case, the cause shall be remanded, in order to a final determination.
Sec. 3. Be it further enacted, That when any person, not being an executor or administrator, applies for a writ of error, such writ of error shall be no stay of proceedings in the court to which it issues, unless the plaintiff in error shall give security, to be approved of by a judge of the said superior court, that the plaintiff in error shall prosecute his writ to effect, and pay the condemnation money, and all costs, or otherwise abide the judgment in error, if he fail to make his plea good.
Sec. 4. Be it further enacted, That all pleas, process and proceedings whatever, which may have been commenced in the said superior court within the aforesaid district of Washington, shall be, and the same are hereby transferred to the court established by this act; and the officers appointed to issue or execute the process of the said superior court within the district of Washington, and to record the proceedings of the same, are hereby authorised and required to issue and execute the process of the court established by this act, and to record the proceedings thereof.
Sec. 5. Be it further enacted, That the court established by this act, shall hold
two terms in each and every year, at the place where the courts for Washington county, within the said territory, shall be held, to commence on the days following, to wit, on the first Monday in May and September annually; and shall then and there proceed to hear and determine the pleas, process and proceedings depending before them, in the same manner as the said superior court within the district of Washington aforesaid might or could have done, in case this act had not been passed.
Sec. 6. And be it further enacted, That the judge to be appointed by virtue of this act shall receive the same salary and payable in the same manner, which is established by law for judges of the said superior court of the Mississippi territory.
NATHL. MACON,
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
JESSE FRANKLIN,
President of the Senate pro tempore.
March 27, 1804.
APPROVED,
TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT
For imposing more specific duties on the importation of certain articles; and also, for levying and collecting light-money on foreign ships or vessels.
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That from and after the thirtieth day of June next, the following articles, in addition to those already exempted from duty, shall, and may be imported free from any duty, namely, raw flax; of cotton, of woolen, and of hempen cloth; bristles of swine, regulos of antimony, unwrought clay, unwrought burr stones, and the bark of the cork tree.
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That from and after the thirtieth day of June next, the duties now in force upon the articles herein after enumerated and described, at their importation into the United States, shall cease, and that in lieu thereof, there shall be thenceforth laid, levied, and collected, upon the said articles, at their said importation, the several and respective rates or duties following, that is to say:
On foreign caught dried fish, fifty cents per quintal:
On salmon one hundred cents per barrel; on mackerel sixty cents per barrel and on all other pickled fish, forty cents per barrel:
On cables, tarred cordage, white lead, red lead, almonds, currants, prunes, and plums, figs, raisins imported in jars and boxes, and muscadel raisins, two cents per pound:
On all other kinds of raisins, one cent and an half per pound:
On tallow, yellow ochre in oil, anchors, and sheet iron, one cent and a half per pound:
On Spanish brown, dry yellow ochre, slit and hoop iron, one cent per pound:
On starch, three cents per pound:
On hair powder, glue, and seines, four cents per pound:
On pewter plates and dishes, four cents per pound:
On untarred cordage, two cents and a half per pound:
On quicksilver, six cents per pound:
On Chinese cassia, and gun powder four cents per pound:
On cinnamon and cloves, twenty cents per pound:
On mace, one dollar and twenty-five cents per pound:
On nutmegs, fifty cents per pound:
On black glass quart bottles, sixty cents per gross:
On window glass as follows:—On all not above eight inches by ten, one dollar and sixty cents per hundred square feet, not above ten inches by twelve, one dollar and seventy five cents per hundred square feet and on all above ten inches by twelve two dollars and twenty five cents per hundred square feet:
On segars, two dollars per thousand:
On kid and Morocco shoes, fifteen cents a pair:
On foreign lime, fifty cents per cask, containing sixty gallons, and on Sicily wine, thirty cents per gallon:
Sec. 3. And be it further enacted, That an addition of ten per centum shall be made to the several rates of duties above specified and imposed in respect to all such goods, wares and merchandise as aforesaid, as shall after the said thirtieth day of June, be imported in ships or vessels not of the United States.
Sec. 4. And be it further enacted, That the duties laid by this act, shall be levied and collected, in the same manner, and under the same regulations and allowances as to drawbacks, mode of security, and time of payment respectively, as the several duties now in force on the respective articles herein before enumerated: Provided however, That no drawbacks shall be allowed on the exportation of foreign fish, or fish oil, or of playing cards.
Sec. 5. And be it further enacted, That all duties and drawbacks, which, by virtue of this act, shall be payable and allowable on any specific quantity of goods, wares and merchandise, shall be deemed to apply, in proportion, to any quantity greater or less than such specific quantity.
Sec. 6. And be it further enacted, That a duty of fifty cents per ton, to be denominated "light money" shall be levied and collected on all ships or vessels not of the United States, which after the aforesaid thirtieth day of June next, may enter the ports of the United States: Provided, however, That nothing in this act shall be so construed as to contravene any provision of the treaty or convention concluded between the United States of America and the French Republic, on the thirtieth day of April, one thousand eight hundred and three: And provided also, That the said light money shall be levied and collected in the same manner and under the same regulations as the tonnage duties now imposed by law.
Sec. 7. And be it further enacted, That the person exercising the powers which, under the Spanish government, were vested in the intendant of the province of Louisiana, shall until a district court of the United States shall be established in the territory of Orleans, in conformity with the provisions of the act entitled "An act erecting Louisiana into two territories; and providing for the temporary government thereof," have and exercise, in all cases whatever arising within the said territory under the laws regulating and providing for the collection of duties on imports and tonnage, or under any other revenue laws of the United States, the same jurisdiction and powers which by law, are given to the district and circuit courts of the United States. And the powers to remit fines, penalties or forfeitures, and to remove disabilities, which, by law, are vested in the secretary of the treasury, may, and shall, in cases of such fines, penalties, forfeitures or disabilities incurred within the territory of Orleans, and until a governor of the said territory shall be appointed and shall enter into the functions of his office, be exercised by the person exercising the powers which, under the Spanish government, were vested in the governor of the province of Louisiana; and the said powers to remit fines, penalties or forfeitures and to remove disabilities, may and shall in like manner, be exercised by the governor of the said territory, from the time when he shall enter into the functions of his office, in conformity with the provisions of the said act, until the end of the next session of Congress, and no longer.
NATHL. MACON,
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
JESSE FRANKLIN,
President of the Senate, pro tempore.
March 27, 1804.
APPROVED,
TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT
Supplementary to the act, entitled "An act to prescribe the mode in which the public acts, records and judicial proceedings in each state, shall be authenticated so as to take effect in every other state."
BE it enacted, by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That from and after the passage of this act, all records and exemplifications of office books, which are or may be kept in any public office of any state, not appertaining to a court, shall be proved or admitted in any other court or office in any other state, by the attestation of the keeper of the said records or books, and the seal of his office thereto annexed, if there be a seal; together with a certificate of the presiding justice of the court of the county or district, as the case may be, in which such office is or may be kept: or of the governor, the secretary of state, the chancellor or the keeper of the great seal of the state, that the said attestation is in due form and by the proper officer; and the said certificate, if given by the presiding justice of a court, shall be further authenticated by the clerk or prothonotary of the said court, who shall certify under his hand and the seal of his office, that the said presiding justice is duly commissioned and qualified; or if the said certificate be given by the governor, the secretary of state, the chancellor or keeper of the great seal, it shall be under the great seal of the state in which the said certificate is made. And the said records and exemplifications, authenticated as aforesaid, shall have such faith and credit given to them in every court and office within the United States, as they have by law or usage in the courts or offices of the state from whence the same are, or shall be taken.
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That all the provisions of this act, and the act to which this is a supplement, shall apply as well to the public acts, records, office books, judicial proceedings, courts and offices of the respective territories of the United States, and countries subject to the
jurisdiction of the United States, as to the public acts, records, office books, judicial proceedings, courts and offices of the several states.
NATHL. MACON,
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
JESSE FRANKLIN,
President of the Senate, pro tempore.
March 27, 1804.
APPROVED,
TH: JEFFERSON.
Just received and for sale by Samuel Pleasants, Jun. Richmond, in five volumes Octavo, the
Domestic Encyclopedia; Or, a DICTIONARY OF FACTS, and USEFUL KNOWLEDGE: comprehending, a concise view of the latest discoveries, inventions and improvements, chiefly applicable to rural and domestic economy. Together with descriptions of the most interesting objects of nature and art; the history of men and animals, in a state of health or disease; and practical hints respecting the arts and manufactures, both familiar and commercial. Illustrated with Numerous Engravings and Cuts.
By A. F. M. WILLICH, M. D. Author of the Lectures on DIET and REGIMEN, &c.
First American Edition, with additions applicable to the present situation of the United States, By JAMES MEASE, M. D. Fellow of the American Philosophical Society, and Corresponding Member of the Literary and Philosophical Society of Manchester.
The Proprietors deem themselves safe in saying, that no work published in the English language contains in so small a compass, such a variety of useful information, as that which they now offer to the public; and they flatter themselves, that the additions which have been made to the present edition, have considerably increased the stock of useful matter given in the original work. Several processes in the arts are detailed in the course of these additions, which were never before published, and are only to be found in the more books of European manufacturers: they will barely particularize the important subjects of Measuring, brewing, cements, colours, dyeing, malting, calico printing, varnishes.
The agricultural department has been enriched by the valuable communications of several experienced practical men, and among other articles, the most approved modes of cultivating those important staples of the southern states, Cotton and Rice, are detailed.
The Economical Department, has received considerable additions of original communications; and much interesting matter has been condensed from various late journals, and periodical works in the English, French, and German languages.
** Subscribers to the above work (which is now complete) are requested to send for their Books, as soon as possible.
W. Foushee,
John Harvie,
J. Robinson.
Richmond, April 2, 1804. 3t
We the subscribers holding lands adjoining to and near the city of Richmond and the James river canal, having for a length of time suffered numberless depredations on our property in timber, wood, stock and inclosures, by divers persons, under the various pretences of fishing, fowling, shooting and hunting, do hereby notify, forewarn and forbid all persons whomsoever, from trespassing on our said property, or that of either of us, under the aforesaid pretences, or in any other way whatsoever, having determined from unavoidable necessity to prosecute all such trespasses without respect of persons.
By orders of the directors, Wm. Chas Lee, Clk. &c. D. S. Canal Co. 23d March, 1804. 4w
The members of the Dis- mal Swamp Canal Company, either in person, or by proxy, are requested to meet at the Exchange in Norfolk, on the first Monday in May next, to elect a president and directors, and on other business of importance to the company. Notice is also given to those who are delinquent in the payment of their quotas heretofore called for, that unless they make payment of their respective balances on or before the said day, that their shares will be sold on the Tuesday following the above mentioned day of meeting.
Thomas Newton, } Directors. Aug. Slaughter, Wm. Vaughan, Richard Blos.
THE CO-PARTNERSHIP OF Tompkins & Thornton, Is this day dissolved by mutual consent.—All persons indebted to them, are requested to make immediate payment, and those who have claims against the concern, may on application have them adjusted.
HARRY TOMPKINS, WILLIAM M. THORNTON.
Harry Tompkins and Henry Harris, having commenced business in trade, under the firm of TOMPKINS & HARRIS, inform their friends and the public, that they have commenced business in the house formerly occupied by Tompkins and Thornton, where they intend keeping a constant supply of
GROCERIES.
Richmond, 15th March, 1804. N. B. They wish to receive produce on storage, and sell on commission.
Gentlemen in this
State, holding subscription to the HISTORICAL REVIEW of the FRENCH REVOLUTION, and the AMERICAN ANNUAL REGISTER, are requested to forward them, with the names of the subscribers obtained, to W. DUANE'S Book Store, Washington City.

The famous high-blooded English horse,
HAMBLETON,
Bred by the Duke of Grafton, a beautiful bright bay, near sixteen hands high, of high form and elegance, rising thirteen years old, in good health and great perfection, imported last spring by William Lightfoot, Esq. of Charles City county, and now his property, will stand the ensuing season at the subscriber's, in Charlotte county, five miles below the courthouse, and three from Boulton's old stores, to cover mares at Six Guineas the season, for which a note will be required, dischargeable by the payment of Twenty Dollars, at any time before the 10th of August next, when the season will expire, with One Dollar to the groom for each mare, paid at the stable door. Good and extensive pasturage, well enclosed, with a creek and branches running through, the flat land affording as good forward pastures as any in this part of the country, gratis. Servants that may be sent with mares will be boarded without charge, and mares fed, if required, on reasonable terms. The utmost attention paid and care taken to prevent accidents, but will not be responsible for any that may happen.
HENRY LESTER.
March 5, 1804.
PEDIGREE.
HAMBLETON was got by Dungannon (one of the best sons of O'Kelley's famous Eclipse, who was esteemed to be the best horse of his day, and covered at fifty guineas,) his dam by Snap, sister to Jupiter, bred by Mr. Cross 1773—her dam (young Marske's dam) by Blank, Stirling, Miss Margaret, by Partner, Greyhound, Carwen, Bay Barb, Lord D'Arcy's Arabian, Whirlpool, old Montague mare. Thus it appears he descended from the best running stock in England.
PERFORMANCES.
This horse ranks very high as a racer, both for speed and bottom, as he proved successful in twenty races before he left the turf, four of which he walked over, none venturing to start against him. In 1794 at Hambleton, Yorkshire, on Wednesday May 14th, he won a sweepstakes of ten guineas each, for 5 year olds, six subscribers, two miles, beating Mr. Bisset's b. f. by Magnum Bonum, Pierce's b. f. by Young Marske, Turner's Confederation, and Craddock's ch. c. Leicester. At York he won 50l. for three year olds, beating Lowther's b. c. Griffin, Crompton's ch. c. Ambush, Sheppard's Madcap, Clifton's b. c. Caesar, and Garforth's ch. c.—even betting on Ambush against the field. At Manchester in June, he won 50l. for three year olds, two mile heats, beating Foreigner and Loyalist. At Stockton September 20th, he won a sweepstakes of twenty guineas each, five subscribers, then Sir H. Williamson's property, formerly Mr. Hutchinson's, beating Highflyer, out of Wren, and Turner's Delpine. In 1795, Hambleton won five times, to wit—a handicap plate of 50l. two mile heats, at four years old, beating Insect, Blacklegs, and Watkins's b. c. five years old. At Edinburgh July 20th, he won his majesty's plate of 100 guineas, four years old, four mile heats, beating Pheasant—and on the 23rd walked over the ground for 50l. all ages—and on the 24th 50 guineas for all ages, four mile heats, beating Gressington's b. h. Archer, 6 years old, Mr. Peacock's ch. g. Farmer, and Mr. Wilson's Creeping Kate. At Dumfries in October, he won 50l. beating Lord Darlington's b. h. Constant. In 1796, Hambleton won at Kelso, 5th October, a purse of 50 guineas, beating Mr. Butler's Black Cock. In 1799 he won eight times, to wit—at Middleham, in Yorkshire, 2 sweepstakes of 10 guineas each, five subscribers, 3 mile heats, beating Merry Lad and Arthur. At Edinburgh on Wednesday the 25th, 50 guineas for all ages, beating Eliza Fox and Betsy. On Friday 28th, the ladies subscription purse of 50 guineas, beating Fletcher's Jane. At Montrose in Scotland, August, he walked over the ground for a 50l. plate—and also walked over the ground for a subscription of 50l. At Kelso October 16th, for a plate of 50 guineas, he walked over the ground—and also his majesty's 100 guineas given to the Caledonian Hunt, for any horse, &c. carrying 12 stone, four mile heats, then six years old, he won against Mr. Wentworth's Trimbush, Piermont's Trimmer aged, and Kincaid's Hector aged—and Saturday following a purse of 50l. given by the Hunt, free for any horse, &c. beating Farewell and Rotiker. At Carlisle he won 100 guineas of Mr. Stowell, beating his b. f. by Merion. In 1798, he won at Edinburgh, August, 50l. for all ages, beating Maxwell's Arab, and Mr. Maule's Hippopotamus. At Montrose he won a plate of 50 guineas, for all ages, beating Pinfold and Contradiction. See the Racing Calendars for the foregoing years.
WILLIAM LIGHTFOOT.
Louisa County, February
Court, 1804. Henry Carter and Fanny his wife late Fanny Clarkson, Joseph Dald and Lucy his wife late Lucy Clarkson, Thomas Jones and Catherine his wife late Catherine Clarkson, John Clarkson, and James Clarkson, Charles Clack, Francis Hodges and Elizabeth his wife late Elizabeth Clack, Stephen Foster and Nancy Foster by Thomas Gardner their guardian and next friend, Sally Johnson, Benjamin Johnson, Polly Johnson, Charles Medlock, Susanna Medlock by Joseph Sanford her guardian and next friend, William Jordan and Anne his wife late Anne Medlock, William Hailey, Charles Hailey, Agnes Hailey, Henry Hailey, George Hailey, Mary Medlock, Agnes Medlock, and George Medlock, heirs of George Medlock, deceased, against John Dickinson, Frederick Harris and William Turner, defendants.
The defendant Dickinson, not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that said Dickinson is not an inhabitant of this state: It is ordered and decreed by the court, that the said Dickinson do appear here on the second day of May court next to answer the complainants' bill; and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some of the Richmond newspapers for eight weeks successively, and published at the front door of this courthouse on some court day.
A copy, Teste, JOHN POINDEXTER, s. c.
Notice is hereby given,
that on the first day of June next, we intend to close the administration of the estate of Edmund Toney, dec. and this advertisement will be plead in bar to all claims which may be brought against the said estate after that date.
EDM. TONEY, } Admrs. JOHN TONEY, } Powhatan, March 24, 1804. w3t*
The beautiful and thorough bred Horse;
DUNGANNON,
Imported by John Taylor, Esq. of Mount Airy,
WILL stand the ensuing season, at my house, in New-Kent county, and will cover mares at the moderate price of Four Dollars the leap, and Twelve Dollars the season; which may be discharged by the payment of Eight Dollars, if paid by the 10th of August, at which time the season will expire.
Good and extensive pasturage gratis, but I will not be answerable for escapes or other accidents. Mares may be fed at the usual price of grain, and servants boarded, gratis.
WILLIAM MEAUX.
Near Holt's old Forge.
PEDIGREE.
I do hereby certify, that the Bay Colt I sold John Taylor, Esq. of Mount Airy, was bred by me, and is now three years old; was got by Dungannon; dam by Conductor; grandam (Firt) by Squirrel; great grandam (Helen) by Blank; great great grandam by Crab, out of an own sister to Old Partner.
P. O'KELLEY, (Seal.)
Dated Common, Middlesex, Sept. 1st, 1797.
I do certify the above to be the pedigree I received from Mr. O'Kelley, of my imported colt Dungannon, sold this day to William Harris and Paul Thiman, for Five Hundred Guineas. I have sold him out of training, intending to have run him here for to-morrow's purse.
JOHN TAYLOR.
Tappahannock, May 14, 1799.
ADMIRAL NELSON,
EIGHT years old last spring, a beautiful well formed brown bay horse, imported last fall by William Lightfoot, Esq. and now his property, fifteen hands three inches and a half high, full of strength, health and vigor, and inferior to no horse either for speed or bottom; of fine bone and muscle and unequalled activity; Will stand at my stables this season, in Powhatan county, 20 miles above Richmond, on James river, and will be let to mares at Three Guineas the leap, paid down, and Six the season, with 50l. to the groom; but the season may be discharged by the payment of 20 dollars on or before the 1st November. The season will end 1st August. Good and extensive pastures gratis, and servants found while attending their mares. No responsibility for involuntary escapes or accidents.
This horse has won many races, but his performances will sufficiently justify the opinion of Lord Grosvenor and his son, who certify that they considered him the best three year old in England, which may be seen under their hands and seals.
In October 1798, at New-Market, he won a sweepstakes of 1400 guineas, 12 subscribers at 200 guineas each, half forfeit, colts carrying 8 stone 3lb. fillies 5 stone, beating Sir Harry, Mr. Cookson's b. c. by Sir Peter, Mr. Perrin's b. c. Young Jaydin, Sir Francis Stanfield's ch. c. Split Pigeon—5 to 4 against Admiral Nelson, 7 to 4 against Sir Harry, 6 to 1 against Split Pigeon, and 10 to 1 against Young Jaydin.
In 1799 he won a sweepstakes of 1600 guineas, 14 subscribers at 200 guineas each, beating Lord Egremont's b. c. by Preceptor, out of Bob Tail, Mr. Perrin's b. c. Javelin, and Mr. Golding's Boaster—3 to 1 on Admiral Nelson. In 1800, he got so much injured in his practice that he did not come on the turf again until 1803, when he won a purse of £50, 4 mile heats, beating several fine horses—See Sporting Magazine for this year.
PEDIGREE.
ADMIRAL NELSON was bred by Lord Grosvenor, got by John Bull, and foaled in 1795; his dam Olivia, by Justice; her dam Cypher by Squirrel out of Fribble's dam, by Regulus—See Supplement to the Stud Book, page 51.
JOHN HARRIS.
N. B. Notes for the six guineas must be sent with the mares. w3m
REMOVAL.
WILLIAM D. WREN, COACH AND HARNESS MAKER, Begs leave to inform his friends, in particular, and the public in general, that he has removed his shop to the place formerly occupied by Greaves, Holton & Greaves, coach-makers, and opposite the Governor's, where he will continue to carry on his business in all its various branches.
W. D. WREN returns his thanks to his friends generally for the encouragement he has hitherto met with, and hopes that by his assiduity and steady attention to business, to merit their further patronage. He can also assure them that he has on hand, a large quantity of well seasoned timber, which (with the assistance of some of the best workmen in this state) will enable him to furnish carriages of the best quality, and on the shortest notice, with punctuality.
N. B. W. D. W. is in daily expectation of a large quantity of COACH LACE, which, with what he has on hand, will make a general assortment, suitable for country coach-makers. As he receives it direct from the manufactory, he will have it in his power to sell at very moderate prices. March 16, 1804. w3m
Advertisement.
TAKEN up and committed to the jail of Washington county, a runaway negro man, about 5 feet 8 or 9 inches high, supposed to be between 30 and 40 years of age, says his name is JERRY, thin visage—had on when bro't to jail a drab colored coat, blue overalls, and with him a number of clothes, among which is a broad rib'd dimity jacket. He says that he belongs to John Walker a Cherokee Indian, and was sold to the said Walker by a Mr. Teel of Tennessee. He was committed to the jail of this county the 11th day of December last. The owner is requested to come and prove his property, pay charges and take him away.
JAMES LONGLEY, Jailor.
Washington county, Virginia, Jan. 9th, 1804. w3m
Taken up by Rob't Crad-
dock in Amelia county, sometime in August last, one pied STEER, supposed to be about 10 or 11 years old, marked with a swallow fork in each ear, has a scar on his back and the appearance of being used to the yoke—appraised to four pounds by us.
Thompson Scott, Archer Neil, John Mitchell
The High Bred Imported Horse
SILVER,
NOW in high health and vigour—will stand at my stable in the county of Pittsylvania, about two miles from the courthouse, the ensuing season, commencing the 1st of March next; and will cover mares at TWENTY DOLLARS, payable by the payment of Five Pounds, if paid by the 1st day of August next, at which time the season will expire; TEN DOLLARS the single leap, to be paid when the mares are covered, and TEN POUNDS to ensure a colt, to be forfeited if the mare is parted with before it is ascertained whether she be in foal or not. Excellent high and low ground pasturage gratis, and gentlemen may have their mares fed with grain if required at the current price. Servants boarded gratis, and particular attention will be paid to the mares, but I will not be responsible for accidents or escapes.
PEDIGREE.
SILVER is a beautiful Dapple GREY, five feet two inches high, full of bone, proportionable shape, symmetry, and fine action, and is a sure and excellent foal getter. He was got by Mercury, who was got by Col. O'Kelley's Eclipse, out of a Tartar Mare; his dam was the famous Herod Mare, bred by Lord Millington; his grandam Young Hag, by Skin; his great grandam Ebony, by Crab; his great great grandam Ebony, by Childers; his great great great grandam Ebony, by Balo; his great great great great grandam by the Byerly Turk; his great great great great great grandam by Leeds's Arabian.
PERFORMANCES.
SILVER, in the second October meeting, 1793, carrying 8l. beat the Duke of Bedford's Golden Rod, 8l. 2lb. one mile, for 50 guineas. In the second spring meeting, 1794, 8l. 3lb. he beat W. Taylor's St. George, 8l. 7lb. two miles, for 200 guineas. In the second spring meeting, 1794, 8l. 5lb. he beat Mr. Howarth's Anthony, 8l. half mile, for 100 guineas. In the July meeting, 1794, he won 60l. two miles, beating the Duke of Grafton's Grosve, Lord Oxford's Bruiser, Lord Grosvenor's Reticulum, Lord Clermont's Paymaster and Lord Egremont's Seagull. In the first October meeting, 1794, 8l. he received 20 guineas from Lord Egremont's Seagull, 8l. 7lb. one and a half mile, for 200 guineas. In the second October meeting, 8l. 2lb. he ran a dead heat with Lord Egremont's Seagull, 8l. 1lb. one and a half mile. In the second October meeting, 1794, he won a handicap plate, two miles, beating the Duke of Grafton's Gaudal, Lord Egremont's Conibear, Sir Charles Bunbury's Robin Gray, Mr. Taylor's Helmsler, Duke of Queenbury's Bay Filly, by Dromed, and Lord Richmond's Quetlavaca. In the Craven meeting, 1795, 8l. 6lb. he beat Lord Darlington's St. George, 8l. 6lb. 4 miles, for 300 gs. In the 8th spring meeting, 1795, he won the main of the Oatlands Stake, 200 guineas, each two miles, beating Mr. Wilton's Bennington, Mr. Holmes's Gabriel, and the Duke of Queenbury's Pecker. In the Houghton meeting, 1795, 8l. 4lb. received forfeit from Mr. Bowel's Volunteer colt, 7l. one mile, for 100 guineas.
I have the General Stud Book and Racing Calendars for '93, '94 and '95, and certificates from a number of respectable Gentlemen, to prove what is above asserted of Silver.
WILLIAM TUNSTALL.
February 12th, 1804. (over I. J.)
N. B. Notes of hand will be expected with the mares put by the season, for Twenty Dollars, dischargeable as above. W. T.
To cover, the ensuing season, at my stable in Chesterfield county, near Goodle's and Bevil's Bridges, the high-bred, well-known English, Racer
DRUID,
A CHESNUT, elegantly formed, near sixteen hands high, twelve years old—His performances have been equal to any horse in England, as will appear by reference to the Racing Calendars—He will be let to mares at SIX GUINEAS the season, which may be discharged by the punctual payment of Twenty Dollars during the season; Three Guineas the leap, to be paid down; and Ten Guineas insurance, and One Dollar to the Groom in each case—the insurance money demandable, if the property of the mare be changed after the 1st of August next, at which time the season will expire. Good and extensive pasturage, and the board of boys sent with mares, gratis; but I will not be responsible for escapes or accidents. Mares will be fed on moderate terms, if required, for which the money must be sent. THOMAS BRANCH.
February 22d, 1804.
DRUID was bred by Earl Grosvenor, and got by Potosoonoo, (son of Eclipse;) his dam (the famous Maid of Oaks) by King Herod; his grandam, Rarity, by Matchem; his great grandam, called Snap-Dragon, by Snap; his great, great grandam, by Regulus; his great, great, great grandam, by Bartlett's Childers; his great, great, great, great grandam, by Honeywood's Arabian, out of the dam of the two True Blues.
DRUID (started for the first time) at New-Market, in the Craven Meeting, 1793, for a Sweepstakes of 500 guineas each, (4 subscribers) and ran a dead heat with the Duke of Bedford's Top Gallant, brother to Sky Scraper, who the same day beat Lord Egremont's Gohanna for another Sweepstakes. In the same Meeting, Druid won a Sweepstakes of 1000 guineas each, (3 subscribers) beating the Duke of Bedford's Hydra.
In 1794, New-Market Craven Meeting, Druid won a Sweepstakes of 500 guineas each, (3 subscribers) D I beating the Duke of Bedford's Top Gallant; and in the same Meeting won the second class of the Oatland Stakes of 50 guineas each, (21 subscribers) beating Kt Carr, Excelsior, Buzzard, Coriander, Gohanna, Heroine, Patriot, and several others.
In 1795, he only started once, being used chiefly as a trial horse.
In 1796, New-Market first Spring Meeting, he won a Sweepstakes of 200 guineas each, (4 subscribers) beating Mr. Churchill's Poet, and giving him 19lbs. the two middle miles. The day following he won a plate of 50l. beating Lord Sackville's Silver, Mr. Wilson's Eliza, and Mr. Lord's Mulespinner, the round course, 4 miles. Eliza afterwards won the King's Plate, and a great subscription at York.
In 1797, Druid won the second class of the Oatland Stakes, beating Viret, Spread Eagle, and many others. He also won the main of the Oatland Stakes, beating the famous horse Benington.
In 1798, Druid won a 50l. Plate at New-Market; beating Sir C. Bunbury's Grey Hound and Mr. Gardner's mare, the round course—and won the Duke of Marlborough's Plate at Oxford, beating Mr. Lade's Truss, 3 mile heats. w8t
The Celebrated English Stallion,
WHIP,
BY Saltram, two years old, fall from London, will stand the ensuing season in Charlotte county, 8 miles above the courthouse, and four below Cole's ferry, on the main road leading from Danville to Carter's ferry and Richmond, at Six Guineas the season, but which may be discharged by Five, provided the money is paid by the last day of July, at which time the season will expire. Nine Guineas to insure a mare in foal, and Three Guineas the single leap, and in either case one dollar to the groom, to be paid when the mare is first covered. A note sent with each mare for the season money will be expected.
WHIP is a beautiful bay horse, ten years old next spring, of great size and strength, being 15 hands 3 inches high. Let it now suffice to say, it is generally thought by all that have seen him, his equal for beauty has seldom if ever been seen in America. His dam was got by King Herod, which was also the dam of Mr. Galway's Ariel. Mr. Wilson's Duchess and Mr. Durand's Kitty Cut a Dash, all very speedy mares—his grandam by Oronooko, his great grandam by Cartouch, out of an Arabian mare—Oronooko was got by Crab, out of Miss Slamerkin by True Blue. Lord Oxford's Dun Arabian D'Arcy, Black legged regal mare—Oronooko is the sire of the grandam of Potosos & full brother to Black and all Black, the sire of Tuting's Polly, who was the dam of King Fergus, Cartouch, by Bald Galloway, Cripple Barb at Hampton Court, Makeless, Place's White Turk, Dodworth, Layton Barb—Cartouch is the sire of the grandam of Flimnap and Florizel.—Saltram was got by Eclipse, who covered at 200 guineas the season, his dam Virago by Snap, his grandam by Regulus, out of a full sister to Black and all Black.—Saltram was formerly the property of his royal highness the Prince of Wales, and was thought to be the best runner of his time. He won several large stakes, among which was the Derby in 1783, bearing Dungannon, Volunteer, Phenomenon, Gonzales and several others—He is the sire of Whiskey, who won at three years old, 4650 guineas; also of Whip, Royalist, Peeping Tom, General, Coiner, Sylph, Septem, Caroline, Tiffany, Lawressina, St David, Sprightly, Queen of Sheba, Spanhaway, Rose, Sweeper, Clytus, Coal Merchant, Pick Pocket, Oscar, Ambrosio, Pretty Patty, and several others, all first rate runners.
WHIP was the first favorite for the Derby in 1797, and no doubt would have won it, had he been well enough to have started. He was found to have so much speed as to be able to give many colts of the same year from 20 to 30 lbs. The first time he started he won the sweepstakes of 20 guineas each, at Alscot, for three year olds, and afterwards the three year old plate at Reading, beating Mr. Dolphin's Hickwally Woodpecker, Sir C. Bunbury's Wrangler by Dromed, and several others. At five years old he won the four year old plate at Alscot & a plate at Brighton, beating Combatant and gave him 22 lbs.—Whip run the week before for the cup at Oxford, against Diamond, Stickler, Johnny and Oatlands, and was supposed to be winning when he ran out of the course—He also won the sweepstakes at Canterbury, which was the last time he started, having fallen lame. Several of his races were won at three heats—Whip gave Coiner 21 lbs and beat him in his trial, and never lost a race that he run where there were heats. After Whip fell lame (which was in the year 1798) he was kept as a covering horse, and stood in England at five guineas the season. I have in my possession a certificate from under Mr. Durand's hand of Whip's blood. The stud books & calendars are also in my possession, which any gentleman may see on application.
Good and extensive pasturage gratis, extraordinary well enclosed low grounds and high, well watered, well fed with clover, & nearly all kinds of grass. Gentlemen who wish to have their mares fed (which is given up by good judges to be the best scheme) shall have as much as they can eat at 15d. per day, in strong falls made in the pasture under a grove sufficiently large for a mare and colt to eat, safe from being disturbed by other nags. I will not be liable for escapes or accidents of any kind, but will pay strict attention to every gentleman's mares in rotation.—Whip stood in Prince George county the two last seasons, and covered largely upwards of 100 mares each season, notwithstanding there were 12 imported horses that stood within 60 miles of him.
I will take £40 for the season of 6 mares provided the money is paid by the last day of July.
EDWARD JORDAN.
March 16, 1804. w3t*
Certificate—At the request of Mr. Edw'd. Jordan, who has lately purchased the imported horse Whip, I do certify that the said horse has stood for the two last seasons within 5 qrs. of a mile of my residence, that I have seen in the pastures attached to his stand, during the last season, several colts & fillies at a time (at least a dozen in number) got by him, equal, and in my opinion superior in point of form and size to any equal number I have ever seen, got by other horses—I also believe him to be as sure a foal getter as any horse in America. Any gentleman in this neighborhood who may accord with me in opinion, will do me more than justice to the reputation of the horse and also oblige Mr. Jordan, by adding their signature. GEORGE RUFFIN. Prince George county, Dec. 11, 1803.
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