Virginia Argus (Richmond, Va.), 1804-05-12 00:00:00

The VIRGINIA ARGUS.
[Vol. XII.]
A FREE PRESS MAINTAINS THE SOVEREIGNTY OF THE PEOPLE.
[No. 1151]
RICHMOND:—PRINTED (ON WEDNESDAYS AND SATURDAYS) BY SAMUEL PLEASANTS, JUNIOR, PRINTER TO THE COMMONWEALTH.
[FOUR DOLLARS PER ANNUM—PAID IN ADVANCE.]
SATURDAY, MAY 12, 1804.
[12 1-2 CENTS SINGLE.]
Advertisements, not exceeding a square in length, are inserted in this paper for seven and a half 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.
NOTICE.
MY retail customers are particularly requested to call at my Medicine Store and pay off their accounts as soon as possible, many of which have been standing open for many years, and the trouble and expense of copying and presenting (sometimes again and again) applying and sending to their houses many times before they can be seen (and then often often without effect) is only to be concurred by those who have had the experience.
I return thanks to my customers in general, and hope to merit a continuance of their favors, but in treat them in future to save me the trouble of booking small matters, being determined no longer to continue filing my books with such entries.
I hope my wholesale customers who are delinquent, will see the propriety of calling as soon as possible, to adjust their accounts and give bonds where they are not able to make immediate payment.
I am now very fully supplied with a large and extensive assortment of
Fresh Drugs & Medicines, Surgeons' Instruments, Perfumery, &c. also Linseed Oil & Paints, dry and ground in oil,
Which I will sell at a moderate advance for cash, and on the usual credit to those who have heretofore been punctual in their payments.
BENJAMIN DUVAL. Richmond, April 19th 1804. w4 1stf
VIRGINIA: At a Superior Court of Chancery, held in Richmond, March the 13th, 1804.
BETWEEN Price and Sandridge of the city of Richmond, plaintiffs. 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.
At a Quarterly Court held for Prince Edward county, March 19th, 1804.
Josiah Hurt, Judith Cason and Fanny 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 attorneys, 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 of this county.
A Copy, Teste, BENJAMIN WATKINS, d. c.
Louisa County Court, December 13th, 1803. Ludlow Bramham, plaintiff.
AGAINST John Boswell Johnson, Thomas M. Johnson, William Johnson, Patrick Mehie 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 he 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. 3
At a Court continued and held for Albemarle county, the seventh day of February, 1804.
Charles L. Lewis, plaintiff. AGAINST Elizabeth Henderson and Charles Henderson, defendants.
On the motion of the plaintiff by his attorney, It is ordered , by the court, that the slaves of Elizabeth Henderson be attached, and the said slaves are to be kept by the sheriff until the defendant or his agent give bond and security in the penalty of two thousand dollars to be approved by the sheriff with condition that the defendant Elizabeth Henderson perform and abide by the decree of this court, to be hereafter pronounced in this cause, and if the defendant or her agent fail to give such security, that the sheriff still detain said slaves, and make report to the next court in order for a further decree.
A copy—Teste, JOHN NICHOLAS, CLK.
BLANK BONDS is at this Office
VIRGINIA: At a Superior Court of Chancery, held in Richmond, March the 13th, 1804.
BETWEEN William Harvey, plaintiff. AND William Johns and Henry Clayton, defendants.
THE defendant William Johns not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court, that he is not an inhabitant of this country: On the motion of the plaintiff by his counsel, It is ordered , that the said defendant do appear here on the first day of the next September term, and answer the bill of the plaintiff; 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.
At a Court continued and held for Middlesex county, at the courthouse in Urbanna, on Tuesday the 27th day of March, 1804.
James Campbell, complainant. AGAINST Charles Collier, John Quarles ex'r of John George, dec. and Benj. Faulkner adm'r. de bonis non of Wm. Didlake, dec. defendants.
THE defendant Charles Collier not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that he is not an inhabitant of this commonwealth: On the motion of the complainant by his counsel, It is ordered , that the said defendant do appear here on the fourth Monday in August next and answer the bill of the complainant, that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some public newspaper published in the state for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the courthouse of this county: And it is further ordered, that the other defendants, Quarles ex'r &c. and Faulkner, adm'r. &c. do not pay away any money or effects in their hands, owing or belonging to said defendant Collier, until the further order of this court.
A Copy—Teste, JOHN CHEW, Junior, d. c. m. c.
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-gadgets and links of every description; also, cast iron wheels for the machinery of mills; Rumford, registered and plain grates; grate front and bottoms, for Rumfordizing fire places; large and small stoves; cauldrons and cabin stoves; Franklin stoves for wood or coal; kitchen grates, with crane and range complete; coach warmers; plain stoves and maud plates; cast railing of every pattern; plow shares and plow boards; cast waggon, coach, pheton and chair boxes; scale weights from 1 to 60 lbs.; sash and clock weights; patent raw iron for smiths, on a very approved plan; backs, jaws and back lays; nail cutting machines with screws complete; wheel-barrow bowls; garden dits; 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 foundry.
MES DUNLAP, in Richmond. 24th March, 1804. w5m P.S. Old iron purchased by application as a bove.
Valuable Land for Sale.
THE subscriber offers for sale 2442 acres of LAND, lying on Roanoke river, in the county of Mecklenburg, and generally known by the name of the Oconeechee.
The uncommon fertility of this tract of land, and its advantageous situation, by which it is convenient to the improving navigation of the river, together with the liberal credit on which it is to be sold, must make it a very important object to those who are inclined to purchase lands. The quantity of low grounds in the Oconeechee island, which is separated from the main land by a small and narrow stream, is 364 acres, and on the main land adjoining about 150 acres, all of which is of excellent quality. By far the greater part of the remainder of the tract is very rich, being well adapted to the cultivation of tobacco, corn, wheat, &c. A large proportion is in woods and heavily timbered. The whole tract is at present divided into three tenements, leased to several tenants, whose leases will expire in three years from the first day of January next. The tenements are in a tolerably good state of improvement, and the rent amounts to £114 per annum. The subscriber will sell the whole together, or either of those tenements separately, as may best suit the purchasers.
The terms of sale are, one sixth part of the money to be paid on the first day of January next, and the balance in five equal annual payments, bonds and good security being given, and the punctuality of payment ensured by deeds of trust on the land. On Oconeechee Island, and at the end of Baker's Island, opposite to it, are 2 fisheries, belonging to the subscriber, and to be sold with the land, which have been accounted the best on the river, and with the labour of a few hands, a short time, might now be made valuable. A farther description of this land, and its improvements, is supposed to be unnecessary, as persons desirous of purchasing will naturally choose to view it, and judge for themselves. If the whole tract, or any of the tenements, should not be disposed of by private contract, before the 17th day of September next, it will be sold on that day, (being the 3d Monday in the month,) if fair, if not, on the next fair day, at the store of Wm. Birchett & Co. adjacent to the premises, at public sale, to the highest bidder, on the terms above mentioned. An accurate plot of the land will be shown, and unquestionable titles made to the purchasers by WM. MUNFORD. Richland, Mecklenburg Co. April 11, 1804.
PROPOSALS For carrying the Mails of the United States, on the following Post Roads, will be received at the General Post-Office, in Washington, until the 15th day of June next, inclusive.
IN VIRGINIA. 44. From Clarkburg by Buchanan Settlement to Randolph c. h. once in two weeks. Leave Clarkburg every other Monday at 6 a. m. and arrive at Randolph c. h. by 6 p. m. Leave Randolph c. h. every other Tuesday at 6 a. m. and arrive at Clarkburg by 6 p. m. 45. From Kenhawa c. h. by Point Pleasant, Gallipolis and the Salt Springs to Chillicothe once in two weeks. Leave Kenhawa c. h. every other Friday at 6 a. m. and arrive at Chillicothe on Monday by 10 a. m. Leave Chillicothe every other Monday by 2 p. m. and arrive at Kenhawa c. h. on Thursday by 6 p. m. 46. From Marietta, Ohio, to Wood c. h. once a week. Leave Marietta every Tuesday at 6 a. m. and arrive at Wood c. h. by 6 p. m. Leave Wood c. h. every Wednesday at 6 a. m. and arrive at Marietta by 6 p. m. 47. From Leesburg c. h. to Kilmarnock once a week. Leave Leesburg c. h. every Monday at 6 a. m. and arrive at Kilmarnock by 11 a. m. Leave Kilmarnock every Monday at 1 p. m. and arrive at Leesburg c. h. by 6 p. m. 48. From Prince Edward c. h. by Lester's Store, Wheeler's Springs and Campbell c. h. to New London once in two weeks. Leave Prince Edward c. h. every other Saturday at 6 a. m. and arrive at New-London on Sunday by 6 p. m. Leave New-London every other Monday at 8 a. m. & arrive at Prince Edward on Tuesday by 6 p. m.
IN NORTH-CAROLINA. 49. From Danville, Va. to Lenox-Castle, North-Carolina, once a week. Leave Danville every Monday at 6 a. m. and arrive at Lenox-Castle by 6 p. m. Leave Lenox-Castle on Tuesday by 6 a. m. and arrive at Danville by 6 p. m.
The contracts for the routes numbered from 27 to 43 inclusive and from 55 to 69 inclusive, are to be in operation on the 1st day of October next, and continue in force for one year. The contracts for the routes numbered from 44 to 54 inclusive, are to be in operation on the 1st day of October next, and continue in force until the 31st day of March, 1806.
NOTES. 1. The Post-master General may expedite the mails and alter the times of arrival and departure at any time during the continuance of the contract, he stipulating an adequate compensation for any extra expense that may be occasioned thereby. 2. Fifteen minutes shall be allowed for opening and closing the mails at all offices where no particular time is specified. 3. For every thirty minutes delay (unavoidable accidents excepted) in arriving after the time preferred in any contract, the contractor shall forfeit one dollar; and if the delay continues until the departure of any depending mail, whereby the mails delivered for such depending mail lose a trip, an additional forfeiture of five dollars shall be incurred. 4. Newspapers as well as letters are to be sent in the mail; and if any person making proposals desires to carry newspapers, other than those conveyed in the mail, for his own emolument, he must state in his proposals for what sum he will carry with the emolument, and for what sum without that emolument. 5. Should any person making proposals desire an alteration of the times of arrival and departure above specified, he must state in his proposals the alteration desired, and the difference they will make in the terms of the contract. 6. Persons making proposals are desired to state their prices by the year. Those who contract will receive their pay quarterly, in the months of August, November, February and May, in one month after the expiration of each quarter. 7. No other than a free white person shall be employed to convey the mail. 8. Where the proposer intends to convey the mail in the body of a stage carriage, he is desired to state it in his proposals. 9. The Post-master General reserves to himself the right of declaring any contract at an end whenever three failures happen which amount to the loss of a trip each. 10. The contracts for the above routes are to be in operation on the first day of October next, and are to continue in force for two years.
GIDEON GRANGER, POST-MASTER GENERAL. General Post-Office, Washington City, February 23, 1804. otw6
THE SUBSCRIBER IS DESIROUS TO SELL HIS VALUABLE
TRACT OF LAND,
Lying in Cumberland county, on both sides of Deep creek, six miles below the courthouse, fifteen miles of Caterersville and forty-eight of Richmond. The soil of this land is fertile and well adapted to the culture of tobacco, corn and wheat. It is supposed to contain about six hundred acres; a good dwelling house and other necessary houses. Any person inclined to purchase may apply to the subscriber living on the premises.
(w6) WILLIAM HOBSON. April 9, 1804.
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 spare made, had on when brought to jail a low crowned 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. Fulkerson, S. L. C. March 26, 1804. w3m
A NEAT ASSORTMENT OF Morocco Pocket Books Is just received and for sale at this office.
ARCHDUKE,
LATELY imported from London, was got by Sir Peter Teazle, (the first Stallion row 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 reared: He is full brother to Mr Teazle and Stamford, both in high repute, and to 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, Greybeard, Horatia and Delphin—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 powers, 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 Gift-Jehert, Sir F. Handish's brother to Spread Eagle, Mr. Heathcote's Vivaldi, Mr. Cookson's Expectation, the Duke of Grafton's Vandal, Lord Oxford's Darr, (now his Lordship) Lord Grosvenor's colt by Poisho's, out of Snipron'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 pasture, gratis—boys boarded at 10s 6d per week, & corn turned at the market price for mares that are to be fed, for which the money must be sent, 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 fee the Racing Calendars.
Bowling Green, February 22d, 1804. W. HOOMES. P. S. Mares producing a certificate of their having won a purse or two Sweepstakes of 200 dollars value, 4 mile heats, or bred the winner of one shall be covered gratis. J. H.
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 as my stallion, 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.
Ex-nive, 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.
Th's celebrated horse, whose name is so truly applicable to his character, was bred by Lord Egremont, foaled in 1767, 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 ether; 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 Chambeor, Dragon, and Pallafax—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 Radamanthus.
In 1792, he won 50l. at Guildford, beating Doge, Thunderbolt, Serapis, 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, Maranna, Rosalba, chestnut colt out of Bobtail, chestnut colt out of Rosemary, Humbolt, Lazarus, Razinier, 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 set of his get were sold at Auction, at prices far beyond what was common, to wit, yearlings from 90 to 230l. 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 1799 inclusive, Sporting Dictionary, page 193, vol. 2, printed 1803—William Taplin, author. WILLIAM LIGHTFOOT. March 19, 1804. w1mj*
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 the 1st of October next, which may be discharged 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 Milington; his granddam Young Hag, by Skim; his great granddam Hag, by Crab; his great great granddam Ebony, by Childers; his great great great granddam Ebony, by Balo; his great great great great granddam by the Beyerly Turk; his great great great great granddam by Leeds' Arabian.
PERFORMANCES.
SILVER, in the second October meeting, 1793, carrying 84 lbs. beat the Duke of Bedford's Golden Rod, 84 lbs. one mile, for 50 guineas.—In the second spring meeting, 1794, 84 lbs. 3lb. he beat W. Taylor's St. George, 84 lbs. two miles, for 200 guineas.—In the second spring meeting, 1794, 84 lbs. he beat Mr. Howorth's Anthony, 84 lbs. half mile, for 100 guineas.—In the July meeting, 1794, he won 60 gs two miles, beating the Duke of Grafton's Greuze, Lord Oxford's Bruiser, Lord Grosvenor's Esdaletan, Lord Clermont's Paymaster, and Lord Egremont's Scapgl.—In the first October meeting, 1794, 84 lbs. he received 20 guineas from Lord Egremont's Scapgl.—84 lbs. 7lb. one and a half miles, for 200 guineas.—In the second October meeting, 84 lbs. 2lb. he ran a dead heat with Lord Egremont's Scapgl, 84 lbs. 1lb. one and a half miles.—In the second October meeting, 1794, he won a handy cap plate, two miles, beating the Duke of Grafton's Garland, Lord Egremont's Cinnabar, Sir Charles Bunbury's Robin Gray, Mr. Taylor's Helmer, Duke of Queenbury's Bay Filly, by Diomed, and Lord Titchfield's Quetlavaca.—In the Craven meeting, 1795, 84 lbs. he beat Lord Darlington's St. George, 84 lbs. 6lb. 4 miles, for 300 gs.—In the first spring meeting, 1795, he won the main of the Oatlands stake, 200 guineas, each two miles, beating Mr. Wilton's Bennington, Mr. Holme's Gabriel, and the Duke of Queenbury's Pecker.—In the Houghton meeting, 1795, 84 lbs. 4lb. received forfeit from Mr. Bowe's Volunteer colt, 74 lbs. 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. (cawt 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.
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. w12m
Cash given for TOBACCO, FLOUR, or FLAX SEED.
Notice.
BY virtue of a deed of trust, executed by John and Judith Shipwash of the county of Chesterfield, unto the subscriber, the following property, to wit: A LOT OF LAND, containing three acres more or less, together with the improvements thereon, situate on the old road, and adjoining the lands of Wm. Smith, dec. John Cobb & John Swann, contiguous to the town of Manchester, and on the main turnpike road—will be sold, to the highest bidder, for ready money, on Monday the 30th inst. to satisfy a debt due by the said John Shipwash to Mr. William Bryan. LEIGHTON WOOD, Trustee. Richmond, 17th April, 1804. 3t
The sale of the above mentioned property is postponed until Wednesday the 16th of May, if fair, and if not, the next fair day. 2w
NEGROES.
Any person wishing to dispose of likely young Negroes, are requested to enquire at William Davidson's, near the market house. 3t
Advertisement.
There are three hogsheads of Tobacco lying in Henderson's warehouse, Milton, Albemarle county, over two years, as below. T. N. No. 130: 1590 gross; 133 tar; 1457 net. A. 603: 1578 do 134 do 1454 do 604: 1519 do 135 do 1347 do The above tobacco inspected in the name of Thomas Newman, and we must proceed according to law. OGLESBY & BACON. May 1st, 1804.

LATEST Foreign Intelligence.
ACTS OF GOVERNMENT.
Reports of the grand judge, minister of justice, to government.
PARIS, 27 Pluviose, year 12, Feb. 1804. CITIZEN FIRST CONSUL.
New plots have been hatched by England; this was the case even amidst the peace which she swore to maintain, and when she violated the treaty of Amiens, she counted less on her strength than on the success of her machinations. But government was vigilant; the steps of the agents of the enemy were followed by the eye of justice: the people of London were no doubt expecting to hear the explosion of that mine which had been dug under our feet. At any rate the most ominous reports were spread, and they were indulging the most criminal hopes; on a sudden the agents of the conspiracy were arrested; proofs have accumulated, and they are so strong and so evident that they carry with them conviction to every mind. Georges and his band of assassins had remained in the pay of England; their agents were still traversing La Vendee, Morbihan, the Cotes du Nord, and endeavoring, but in vain, to find partisans of whom they were deprived by the moderation of government and of the laws. Pichegru, unmasked by the events which preceded the 18th of Fructidor, year 5, (Sept. 5, 1797,) and unveiled in particular by that correspondence which general Moreau had addressed to the directory, had carried with him to England his hatred against his country. In the year eight, he and Willot were in train of the armies of our enemies, in order to unite with the brigands of the south. In the year nine he conspired with the committee of Barenth, and since the peace of Amiens he has still been the hope and the counsellor of the enemies of France. The British perfidiously associated Georges with Pichegru, the infamous Georges with the Pichegru whom France had steemed whom she wished for a long time to consider as incapable of treachery! In the year eleven a criminal reconciliation united Pichegru and Moreau, two men between whom honor ought to place eternal hatred. The police seized at Caen one of their agents, at the moment when he was returning a second time from England. This man had documents in his possession which confirmed the reality of a reconciliation at that time inexplicable, had not the bonds which united them been formed by criminality. On the arrest of the agent, general Moreau appeared for a moment to be agitated. He took some private steps to ascertain whether government was informed of it; but it was passed over in silence, and he himself when he recovered his tranquility, concealed from government an event which could not but awaken its vigilance. He observed silence even when Pichegru was publicly admitted into the councils of the British ministry, when he united in a notorious manner with the enemies of France. Government was disposed to consider his silence as arising from the dread of a confession, which would have humbled him, as it considered his retirement from public affairs, his suspicious connections and his imprudent language, as the offset of peevishness and discontent. General Moreau, who could not fail of being suspected, since he maintained a secret correspondence with the enemies of his country, and who in consequence of this suspicion, which was too well founded, would at any other period have been arrested, was suffered to enjoy in tranquility, his honors, an immense fortune, and the kindness of the republic. Events, however, rapidly succeeded each other: Lajolais the friend and confidant of Pichegru, went privately from Paris to London, returned to Paris, carried to Pichegru the ideas of general Moreau—carried back to Moreau the ideas and designs of Pichegru and his associates; the brigands of Georges were preparing even in Paris, every thing that was necessary for the execution of their common designs. A place was assigned between Dieppe and Treport, at a distance from molestation or the eye of vigilance, where the brigands of England, brought over in English ships, landed without being observed, and where they found corrupted men to receive them—men paid to conduct them during the night from fixed stations, previously agreed on, and thus to convey them to Paris.
At Paris, lurking places were provided for them in houses hired beforehand, where they had confidants to protect them; they had some of these in different quarters and streets at Chaillot, in the Rue de Bacq, in the Faubourg St. Marceau, in the Marais. A first debarkation was effected, consisting of Georges himself, and eight of his brigands. Georges returned to the coast to assist at the landing of Coster St. Victor, condemned by a sentence passed in the affair of Nivose 3, and of ten other brigands.—In the commencement of the present month a third landing was effected, it consisted of Pichegru, Lajolais, Armand, Gaillard, brother of Raoul, John Marie, one of the first confidants of Georges, and some other brigands of the same stamp: Georges with Joyan, called d'Assas, Saint Vincent and Picot went to receive this third debarkation: the whole assembled at the farm de la Poterie. A fourth landing was expected; the vessels were in sight, but contrary winds prevented them from approaching: a few days ago they were still making signals. Georges and Pichegru arrived at Paris, where they lodged in the same house, surrounded by about thirty brigands, under the
command of Georges; an interview took place between them and Moreau: the place, the day, and the hour, where the first conference was held are known.—A second was agreed on, but did not take place; a third and a fourth took place, even in the house of general Moreau. The presence of Georges and Pichegru at Paris, these conferences with general Moreau, are confirmed by incontestible and numerous proofs. Georges and Pichegru have been traced from house to house. Search has been also made for those who assisted at their landing; those who under the cloud of night, conducted them from post to post; those who had given them an asylum at Paris: their confidants and accomplices, Lajolais, their principal agent, and general Moreau, are arrested; the effects and papers of Pichegru have been seized, and the police is employing the greatest activity to find him. England wishes to overthrow our government, and by this overthrow to effect the ruin of France, to deliver it up to ages of civil war and confusion. But to overturn a government, maintained by the affection of thirty millions of citizens, and surrounded by a brave, powerful, and faithful army, was a task, not only superior to the strength of England, but of all Europe. England therefore, had no hopes of accomplishing her designs, but by the assassination of the first consul, and covering this assassination under the shadow of a man who was still protected by the remembrance of his services. I must add, that the citizens need be under no uneasiness. The greater part of the brigands have been arrested; the rest have fled and are closely pursued by the police. No suspicion is attached to any class of citizens, or to any branch of administration. I shall not give any farther details in this report; you see all the papers; you will, therefore, give orders for their being laid before the eyes of justice.
The grand judge, minister of justice. (Signed) REGNIER. Certified in due form, the secretary of state, (Signed) H. B. Maret.
PARIS, 9 Ventose, (29 Feb.) CITIZENS,
The law which has been published condemns to death every individual who conceals Georges and the assassins (60) who accompany him. They are still in Paris, where it will be impossible for them to escape, the barriers and the roads being guarded with the greatest vigilance.
Let every person make known to the Police such individuals as may be liable to suspicion, who reside with them or in the neighborhood.
Let those who have concealed them, or who may conceal them, profit of the time which the law grants them for the purpose of averting its axe, and concur in immediately purging the capital of the monsters, paid by our eternal enemies for renewing the horrors which they had before attempted to consummate by the means of the infernal machine on the 3rd Nivose.
Under these circumstances, the denunciations will be truly acts of public justice. Masters of furnished houses are ordered to examine every individual they have lodged with them, and to see they have complied with the regulations of Police, and that there is nothing suspicious about them. The drivers of hackney coaches are informed those persons make use of their carriages.
I have promised a reward to those who shall assist the Police in seizing them, but the sweetest reward to a Frenchman, is the satisfaction of having done a good action to his country.
The Counsellor of State and Prefect of Police. (Signed) DUBOIS.
PARIS, March 2. The last sitting of the tribunal has apprized the public of the manner in which the president and secretaries of that body have presented to the First Consul the prayer for the immediate promulgation of the law against the receivers of conspirators, as also of the reception given them by the chief magistrate. Immediately after the sitting of the 9th of this month, the said deputation went to the Thuilleries.—Having been introduced to the First Consul, it presented to him the decree just passed by its constituents.
Citizen Duvidal, as president, added to it this address: "Citizen First Consul, the Tribunal and the Legislative Body have adopted measures to cut asunder the last threads of the conspiracy. These measures will be vain if they are not prompt. Love of country has dictated to the Tribunal the prayer just presented, that they may be executed immediately. All are concerned, since you are interested; it is the repose, the glory, the existence of the republic which must be saved, by saving its chief from the attempts of crime. The French people have confided their destinies to you; you owe to them, and we demand of you, that you take every means to preserve that which fixes their wishes, their affections and their hopes."
The First Consul replied—"That he would take the prayer of the Tribunal into serious and prompt consideration." It is known that the promulgation of the important law of that day followed immediately. Shortly after, in the evening, this law was solemnly published, and afterwards put up in all quarters of Paris, according to the orders and arrangements of the prefect of police. The ordinance of this prefect, relative thereto, as well
as the communication made by him at the same time, is well known to the reader. One may figure to himself the commotion of this day in the city, filled with the noise of the arrest of general Pichegru, and also with that of the new law and of the extraordinary measure of surrounding the capitol with private centinels and officers of police.
We have not yet learnt here, that all the measures and precautions united to other means of the police, have caused the delivery of Georges, or of others of his band into the hands of justice. To attain this end more certainly, with regard to the first, the chief judge has caused a description of him to be published. This person become so famous in the history of conspiracies, is pointed out by the name of Georges Cadoudal, alias Larivo, alias Masson. He is said to be 30 years old.
In the mean time addresses of congratulation on the miscarriage of the conspiracy, continue to arrive to the first consul, from all parts of France, and from all the authorities. Above all are distinguished, in the clouds of addresses daily increasing, an infinite number from the military. From among these we shall quote that of general Augereau, now clothed with the command in chief of the camp of Brest. It is of the following tenor:
"The general in chief Augereau, to the first consul Bonaparte.—At head quarters under Brest the 8th Ventose, year 12 (26 Feb.)"
"Citizen first consul, The cries of alarm, sounded on the borders of the Seine have echoed to the extremest point of Finisterre. Warriors, whom no danger could move, have trembled with fear, at the thought of the perils which have menaced our existence.—Neither the vigilance of the magistrates, nor public description of the traitors, nor the bonds with which justice has bound their parricidal hands, would have removed their fears, had they not confided in the genius, who presides over your destiny, who watched you in the midst of combat, and who has commanded even the waves to respect your life."
"You will live, citizen consul, for the glory of France and the happiness of the world. You will live to avenge on England herself the approbrium with which she is covered by the unheard of crimes of a perfidious government; you will live, for so will the destinies."
"Such are the wishes and the thoughts of the soldiers, with whose command you have entrusted me, and whose organ I have the honor to be, on an occasion, on which above all their devotion to you has shone with a lustre, capable of making the endless contrivers of so many mischievous plots to tremble."
Health and respect. (Signed) AUGEREAU.
The criminal proceedings, on account of the conspiracy appear about to commence. The debates which will decide the lot of such men as Moreau and Pichegru will be particularly interesting. The form of them is determined. This is the object of the Senatus-Consulte, proposed the 6th of this month by government to the Senate at an extraordinary sitting, and passed in consequence, the 8th of this month, by that body. This important act was inserted in the bulletin of the laws and is thus published officially. There are but three articles in which there is reference had to the law of 23 Floreal, year 10. The text of these articles follows—
Art. I. The functions of the jury shall be suspended during the course of the year 12, and the year 13, in all the departments of the republic, for the trial of the crimes of treason, attempts against the person of the First Consul, and a gainst the interior and exterior safety of the republic. II. To this end the criminal tribunal shall be organized agreeably to the arrangement of the law of 23 Floreal, year 10, without prejudice of the power of abrogation. III. The present Senatus Consulte, shall be transmitted, by a message to the government of the republic.
The Journal de Paris, which, first of the Journals of this capital, has announced the Senatus Consulte, has added to the publication these remarkable reflections. "There is room for the opinion, that a "pre-existing tribunal, composed of irremovable judges, independent and habituated to impartiality, is a surer guarantee of justice in decisions, in a time of revolution, than a body of jurors, naturally disposed to judge on political crimes, according to the spirit of the party, to which they may have been attached, and who will be opened before-hand, by their society, as things and persons. And the danger of seeing jurors, after having borne the spirit of party into their judgments, transport it, "more ardent and dangerous into society."
SPRING GOODS. WILLIAM TEMPLE Has received by the ship Rebecca, from London, and the Yorkshire, from Liverpool, An assortment of Goods, Suitable to the season, which he will dispose of on the usual terms. Richmond, 8th May, 1804.
Loyal Company. A MEETING is earnestly recommended to the members, and proposed to be held at the Swan Tavern in Richmond, on the fourth Monday in May. All persons interested, it is hoped, will either attend themselves, or appoint some agent to represent them. tm May 8.
FROM THE AURORA.
We copy the following curiosity from the Royal Gazette of New York for the amusement of our readers, and as a specimen of Salomon Lang's perspicacity:
Mr. Monroe, our present ambassador at the court of Great Britain, it is said, is about to return in consequence of an insufficiency of salary for his support. The governorship of New Orleans formerly inviting prospects, and thither Mr. Monroe is to be translated. On viewing the policy & the different movements of the leaders of the present economical administration, one cannot but be sensibly struck with the singularity of the consistency and the virtue which animates them.
During the early part of our late worthy ambassador's (Mr. King's) residence at London, it was not uncommon to hear violent charges against our then government, for the extravagant salary allowed that embassy, which amounted, as at present to nine thousand dollars per annum, with the usual allowance of nine thousand more, at first for "out fits." The present embassy it will be seen is therefore to cost the United States, eighteen thousand dollars for the single year. When the next minister shall be sent, another eighteen thousand dollars for one year's residence, must also be allowed, and so on ad infinitum , or at least until all the economical friends of the present government, shall have come in for their eighteen thousand dollars for one year's residence at the court of St. James.
Mr. King, whose wide spread and general hospitality to his countrymen was equalled, as we have often been told, only by his constant attention to their interests, as well as to that of his country in general, never requested an increase of salary, but with the nine thousand dollars per annum, supported during seven years, a dignity of character which added dignity to the country he represented.—From what we have heard of the style of living of the present minister, we should have expected, least of all, the complaint, that his salary was insufficient to support him.
REMARKS.
Upon the face of this article, in the very first sentence, there is an absurdity which, stupid as the Tory editors are, would not have escaped from them generally. It is given as a reason for the return of Mr. Monroe, that his salary is insufficient , this certainly might be a good reason enough, were it true and stood alone; but when it is coupled with an inference, that his retirement from the British embassy was to be followed by his translation to New Orleans, we cannot avoid twisting our whiskers and exclaiming to the wooden headed editorial conjurer—this would indeed be " reducing his nobles to mine pence ."—That a salary of 9000 dollars should be insufficient—and yet a salary of 5000 dollars sufficient—we cannot reconcile by our arithmetic.
When Solomon proves himself to be a munus in the very first sentence of his intelligence , what must we conclude upon the remainder of his argumentation upon it?
Whether Mr. Monroe is or is not about to return or whether it was ever thought of but by Solomon Lang, is questionable. Yet as the supposition appears to be erected more for the purpose of raising an eulogium for Mr. King, and an indirect reproof upon the government, we do not think it enough to detect the absurdity upon which the whole is raised—but to notice the real object of the article.
The article from beginning to end is a tissue of falsehood and absurdity. It says,
That it was common to hear violent charges against the extravagance of Mr. King's salary.
This falsehood is made to bolster up the deduction made from the first absurdity. The salary and outfit allowed Mr. King, were neither of them objected to, as less due to him than to any other minister. There were many objections indeed made about that time, to the appointments and outfits of so many ambassadors at the same time to the same country. It was objected that the chief justice Jay should be taken from the supreme seat of justice to be sent on an embassy; because he might in his capacity of chief justice have to sit in judgment on his own acts; and it was objected that besides the salary to him, and the outfit to him, the public was put to an enormous expense for his passage , and even his sea stores ; while an ambassador of competent talents was already in England, and who remained in England, when the unfortunate treaty was negotiated—These things were loudly complained of—in the case of Mr. Jay —and time has confirmed every thing that was then said of the extravagance, and disgrace which accompanied every step from the commencement to the catastrophe of that fatal negotiation.
It is indeed true that many other embassies and outfits were complained of at that period and since; as for example the embassies of John Q. Adams to Prussia in which the principles of the armed neutrality were to the eternal reproach of the government of that day abandoned, as they had been in the British treaty; the same Mr. Adams's mission to Holland, and his interference in the politics of Europe at Dresden were complained of. The three ambassadors and their three outfits, and salaries; and their X, Y & Z deductions and the three other ambassadors that followed them, one of whom was also the chief justice—with their salaries of 9000 and their out fits of 9000 each, were all complained of and loudly and justly reprobated; nor were the salaries and outfits alone charged as extravagant and an unjustifiable waste of the public money, but the ruinous designs and intrigues which were covered and paid for on those occasions.
Nor were these alone the absurd and extravagant embassies complained of. There were complaints made of embassies created without necessity, and merely to provide for servile and abandoned party minions such as that established for the noted pander Wm. Smith of Charleston, at the court of Lisbon; a man whose conduct in his embassy was a dishonor to his country.
Nor was this alone the embassy most disgraceful in the intention, the mediated embassy of that same Smith to Constantinople was proposed, but public indignation crushed the corrupt and wanton design.
The complaints against embassies were their multiplication without necessity—their extravagance without utility and without common sense of decorum.
It is true that the administration of those days made no pretensions to economy nor to consistency , and in that alone, were they consistent, for their measures were never governed by the wishes or the wants of the people; and their measures had in view without regard to their occasional inconsistency with each other, the accumulation of debts and the expenditure of public money for the purpose of influence and the gradual destruction of the democratical principles of our government.
To talk therefore of what had been formerly said about out-fits and embassies , the real cases must be referred to—and no other argument will be then required—he who runs may read.
With special regard to Mr. King and his boasted embassy, and his general hospitality we may be permitted to put in a small caveat . We deny the fact, and even if the fact were as stated, that he did display that general hospitality, it must have been a matter of mere choice, it was either the result of habitual conviviality and openness of heart or of the desire to make himself acceptable to his countrymen. Objects in themselves innocent or laudable.
But we repeat it, that as it relates to Mr. King it was not the fact; we repeat it, his habits of intercourse were the reverse of hospitable—and that his attentions, were often withheld where they ought from decorum & official duty to be bestowed—and that in a foreign country acting as the representative of his own, he was, in fact the representative of a faction hostile to the government under whose authority he acted.
The Royal Gazette of New York was very unfortunate in meddling with Mr. King's eulogy, the materials to work upon were scanty and they had been unfortunate in the hands of such a miserably stupid being as its editor. We shall not injure the generous and open character of Mr. Monroe, nor go into an invidious comparison, which every man may make, between the hospitable manners of the east and the south ;—it would be more painful to the southerly people to hear their habits truly described than it would those of the east.—Mr. Monroe and Mr. King, on that point might be very fairly taken as the standard of their respective sections.
But while we have Mr. King thus bro't before us, let us add one observation more—whether he acted according to instructions from hence, under the influence and advice of Mr. Lison to the party in power here on that day; Mr. King was guilty of one of the most flagrant violations of national honor and humanity which history records; he had the baseness and depravity to lend himself to the very court and king which had attempted to consign J. Hancock and Samuel Adams his countrymen to the gibbet, and to become the instrument of a barbarous violation of public faith between the British government and the leaders of the Irish whose crime was exactly that of Hancock and Adams , the sacrifice of fortune to the emancipation of their country from the bondage and tyranny of the same government.—Mr. King lent his name to this iniquity, and he had the hardihood to take upon himself in his character of ambassador to set aside all the former declarations of the old Congress to confirm and supercede all their invitations, and acting as the instrument of a foreign court to hold up to contempt the institutions, the interests and honor of his country. If no other evidence of Mr. King's mission existed but this, it ought to seal the lips of his friends for ever.
NEW-YORK, May 5.
A letter from Paris, dated 11th January, says. "You have heard of the loss of the ship Philadelphia , and the capture of the crew. Our minister, Mr. Livingston has applied for the aid of the First Consul in effecting their release, or at least in ameliorating their condition; and has received the most encouraging answer, with a promise of every assistance the French Government can give."
The total amount of 512 awards made in favor of American Claimants, under the 17th article of the British Treaty, is said to be one million two hundred and twenty-five pounds.
In commemoration of the treaties of 1800 and 1803, between the American and French Republics, the citizens of the United States in Paris gave a splendid feast to the American Minister, which was honoured with the presence of Talleyrand, Chaptal, Marbois, Dujane, Roederer, Desermond, de Ternant, Petry. Generals La Fayette and Kosciusko, and many other persons of distinction.
Of the following toasts, the first six were given by the President; the residue by the Americans who remained after the other guests had retired.
1. The French and American Republics.—May the enlightened policy which dictated to their illustrious chiefs the Treaty of the 30th April, 1803, be transmitted to their successors, and form the basis of a lasting and friendly intercourse between the two nations. 2. The Convention of 1800, which removed the coolness between the two great Republics of the Old and the New World.

Praise to those by whom it was formed; health and happiness to the negotiators.
3. The Treaty of 1802, and the Statesmen of both nations by whom it was negotiated. May gratitude and honor reward their services.
4. JEFFERSON, President of the United States; the distinguished Philosopher and patriotic Statesman.
5. BONAPARTE, the First Consul of the French Republic, whose talents in the cabinet and field have become the wonder and admiration of the world.
6. The Ministers of France and the Heads of the Departments of the United States.—In faithfully serving their own may they continue to promote the reciprocal interests of both republics.
7. Our adopted Brethren of Louisiana. May they prosper and be happy in the union of their new family.
8. The Memory of the Illustrious GEORGE WASHINGTON. The grave will consume his body, but time alone can entomb his virtues.
9. The memory of HANCOCK, FRANKLIN and ADAMS, three splendid luminaries in the political world.
10. The Declaration of American Independence: the divine spark of 76 struck from the altar of freedom.
11. His Excellency ROBERT R. LIVINGSTON, as Member of the First Congress, and one of the sages appointed to frame the Declaration of Independence.
12. The memory of those brave Patriots who bled in the Revolutions of America and France.
13. The rising Navy of America.—May it always be employed in the protection, but never in the oppression of Commerce.
14. The Fair Sex.—When they yield their charms, may they find themselves in the arms of men of honour and sentiment.
15. Commerce and Agriculture.
16. The Arts and Sciences.
17. Generals LA FAYETTE and KOSCIUSKO, two brave heroes who fought for the Liberty of America.
Colonel James Swain, presided; Col. J. Orme, Mark Leavenworth, Esq.; and A. Vail, Esq. officiated as Vice Presidents. The room was ornamented with the bust of BONAPARTE and Mr. JEFFERSON, and with the flags of each nation entwined with a ribbon inscribed UNION.
NORFOLK, May 8.
COMMUNICATED.
In consequence of a renewed attack of the paralytic complaint last week, we understand the COLLECTOR of this port has resigned his office. His deputy Mr. Thompson will act till a successor is appointed.
The Books of the Commissioners of the Branch of the State Bank of Virginia, in this place, for receiving subscriptions for 3000 shares, were opened yesterday morning at 11 o'clock, at the Exchange, and in the course of three hours and ten minutes, the whole of the shares were subscribed for!
NOTICE.
THE relations of a certain JAMES HARPER, late of Somerset, county, Maryland, are informed that the said Harper is deceased and without issue to inherit his estate. It is supposed that he has a brother or some relations, residing in North Carolina, to whom the estate of the said Harper belongs.
The different persons to the South are requested to publish this notice for the information of the heirs. Somerset, May, 1804.
Ten Dollars Reward.
RUN away from the subscriber living in the upper end of New Kent county, on the 22d of the present month, a negro man named JACOB, who has been accustomed to idling in and about my neighbourhood and the neighbourhood of Mr. Thomas Fraser's, and other places for several years past; he carried nothing with him except his fiddle that I know of. His dress was plain home spun, except his pantaloons, which were of blue plaid, his behaviour to white people is very courteous and obliging—among his own colour humorous and lively, age 26 years or thereabouts—height about 5 feet 10 inches—complexion rather light, of a pleasing countenance—I have entrusted him for several years past with all my market business, which he has generally discharged faithfully. I will give the above reward to any person who will deliver him to me or secure him in any jail so that I get him again, beside all reasonable expenses. I do forewarn all persons from harbouring or employing him, and all masters of vessels and others from conveying him out of the state at their peril, as I am determined to put the law in force against any one who may offend in that way.
ROBERT TURNER.
20th April, 1804.
Advertisement.
By virtue of a deed of trust executed by George Beckford to the subscribers, to secure certain debts therein mentioned, due by said Beckford to James Morton & Co. of Prince Edward county, will be offered for sale, to the highest bidder, for ready money, on the ninth day of June next, at James Morton's store. FOURTEEN VIRGINIA BORN SLAVES, consisting of men, women, girls and boys, or any odd of them as will satisfy the balance of said debts.
EDWARD DILLON, } Trustees. SAM. L. ALLEN, jun. } April 30th, 1804. 6w*
To facilitate claimants under the 7th article of the treaty with Great Britain the receipts of their monies in instances in which they have not constituted the public agent in London, their special attorney, it has been thought proper to draw to the United States all such monies of the above description as may not be drawn from him by the individuals themselves prior to the 1st of Sept. next. The Agent is accordingly instructed to cease paying them after that date, but after the 1st of November next, they will be again payable at the City of Washington, to those who have right, or to their attorneys duly authorised. Department of State, } April 28th, 1804. (4)
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The Virginia Argus.
RICHMOND:
SATURDAY, MAY 12, 1804.
Members chosen to serve in the next General Assembly of this Commonwealth.
Bedford, Jabez Lefewitch, Isaac Otey.
Extract of a letter from Commodore Preble to the Secretary of the Navy, dated Malta Harbor, January 17th, 1804.
"The coast of Tripoli is extremely dangerous at this season of the year, but I could not avoid paying it a visit, and on the morning of the 23d ult. I captured a vessel in sight of Tripoli which left that port in the night bound to Benghazi—She was under Turkish colors and navigated by Turks and Greeks, but had on board two Tripolitan officers of distinction, a son of one of the officers, a number of Tripolitan soldiers, and forty-two black men and women slaves belonging to the Bashaw and his subjects, and a small sum of about one thousand dollars in money, Tripolitan property.
"My object in coming over here, was to attend to the translation of the papers, to look out for some good boats for light cruisers and to forward some necessary supplies to our unfortunate countrymen.
"If I find on the translation of the papers, that the vessel is Turkish property I shall release her together with all the people which the captain claims, viz. an officer of the Captain Pacha, three Turks and seven Greeks; the remainder amounting to about 60 Tripolitan slaves belonging to the Bashaw and his subjects, I shall keep as prisoners. I have written to the Bashaw proposing an exchange, and hope this capture will enable me to release some of our countrymen, or at any rate, it will afford us considerable advantage in any negotiation for a ransom or peace.
"I have this day had indirect proposals from the Bashaw for a peace—He is willing to restore the frigate Philadelphia for a schooner, and he will give up our officers and men for 500 dollars each. I believe that on these terms he would make peace, but he demands an annual stipend for keeping it, such as the Swedes or Danes pay him, amounting to 1000 dollars per annum, payable in . . . This we ought never to accede to, as it would stimulate the avarice of the other Barbary powers, and probably induce them to declare war against us."
Extract of a letter from Commodore Preble to the Secretary of the Navy, dated Malta, Jan. 20, 1804.
"I have received further proposals (indirectly) from the Bashaw—he appears to be willing to give me as many of our officers and men as I have Tripolitans in exchange—for the remainder I suspect he is willing to take 400 dollars for each and make peace without any consideration or annual tribute, and give us a frigate for a schooner. These terms perhaps may be thought favorable by the United States. I shall send a vessel to Col. Lear to consult him, and in the mean time take the necessary steps for lessening the Bashaw's expectations."
Extract of a letter from New Orleans, dated the 11th of March, to a gentleman in New York.
"You ask me how the Commander in Chief is liked here? I can only answer by saying, "as he must be wherever he is known." His good humor, elegant manners, and a peculiar talent at pleasing, make him a great favorite in a country where those qualities are rated as they deserve; while his good understanding and perspicacity of mind are continually exerted in important researches for the benefit of his government, and I should suppose must give him a very high place in the estimation of those who direct it. He has collected more important geographical and political information relative to our New World than any man in it. I have been invited to dine with him, and met him two or three times at other places, so that what I now say is more the public sentiment here than the result of a long acquaintance: but my own observation upon this subject accords perfectly with that of others; for emphatically speaking, the general is now the idol of the whole country, and I know of no character who could stand the least competition with him. Independent, as I am, of all party prejudice and of personal preferment, I can with some confidence give you this candid information.
The last accounts from France render certain the attempts at the assassination of Bonaparte.—This desperate deed, whatever we may think of the man, must fill a generous mind with horror. The presence of Pichegru, who was believed to be in England, is no longer doubted. The manner in which he has visited France leaves little opportunity to doubt that the British Court were not strangers to his return. But respecting this man, the public mind has long been prepared to think that he could engage in desperate attempts. In 1800 it was announced that Pichegru was to be at the head of an insurrection in the west. And from whatever source the opinion came, it was not doubted by those who were not strangers to his character, and his resolutions. The result of the report has been well known, and Pichegru has long been an exile from France. So far nothing extraordinary is to be seen. But when we consider Morau; the character he has so well supported, and the heroism which his coun-
try applauded in the blessed days, when peace returned to France, we are confounded. We are relieved when his enemies testify that he despised to contemplate a great design to be executed in darkness. They have done justice to the public sentiment in the declaration.—Could Morau, to destroy a tyrant, fly to assassination? Could the man who could impress all Austria with the wonders of his courage, and pause in the midst of victory, to give prudence the guidance of his fury; can such a man ask the weapon of an assassin? Is thus the character of the Hero to be forgotten? In America public opinion was confounded! To impute to Bonaparte the diabolical insinuation against innocence was too much: to believe it just in Morau was impossible. We are now told to wait till the whole plan is unfolded. So far as the accounts have reached us they leave no doubts upon the mind of the French that a conspiracy was real. We challenge not the principles but the manner! No effect has been wrought unfavorable to the First Consul. So often has he escaped from the greatest dangers, that every new attempt seems to have new dangers attending it! So often have the public congratulations been renewed, that not only patriotism, but sympathy and humanity call the souls of Frenchmen to his support. New proofs are given to them, how much more their present condition is to be preferred, to any state which must commence by the transient consent of assassins in a single act, which is to exhibit only what they are to renew in future and endless barbarities. Already the public are told that Morau shudders at the name of his accomplice. That he feels the degradation! Can we believe that we are reporting true history. Has not the delusive genius of our times deranged human nature, and exhibited the pictures of our fancies, as the works of our age! Alas we have only changed the form of human errors. Such miseries have too often attended a revolutionary spirit, and when a country has reached its day of quiet, especially if it retain and enjoy its liberties, how fearful ought it to be of men, who have a boundless ambition to gratify!
(Salem Reg.)
[We are favored with the following letter for publication; and we doubt not the reader will peruse it with interest, as it contains a more particular account of the development of the late conspiracy in France, than any which we have yet seen. Knowing the source whence it comes, and placing full reliance in the intelligence and integrity of the writer, we give it to the public with great confidence, that the statement is as correct as any information, obtained by a private gentleman would allow.]
U. S. Gazette.
Paris, Feb. 28, 1804.
Before this can reach you, you will have heard of the plot to assassinate the First Consul, and of the different persons that have been arrested, among which Morau and Pichegru are the most distinguished. The discovery of the plot, as related to me some time since, is curious; therefore, I will relate it to you, though I am not fond of meddling with politics, or any of the affairs of government.
The police of this country, you know, is very exact, especially in time of war. A number of suspicious characters were from time to time, lately arrested. After interrogating them, and nothing appearing criminal against some fifteen or sixteen persons, the Grand Judge gave the list to the First Consul and proposed to liberate them.—The First Consul desired the Judge to call the next morning for his answer. On looking over the names and reflecting on the report, strong suspicion arose in the mind of Bonaparte, and when the Grand Judge called in the morning for the answer, he expressed doubts of their innocence. He again looked over the list, and marked the names of six persons whom he desired to be put on their trial. Out of these six, three were condemned by the tribunal to be shot. On the morning of the day of execution, one of these desired to be heard, and he would make useful discoveries. This was regarded only as a feint to prolong his life for a day, and accordingly refused. He urged that a letter might be delivered from him to the governor of Paris, which was consented to; and in consequence of this letter the execution of this man was directed to be delayed until further orders.—The other two were shot. The Governor showed this letter to the First Consul, who directed, that the man should be heard, and if his discovery should be worth attending to, his execution delayed for a further time; otherwise, that it should take place the next day. The confessions of this convict led to the discovery of the whole plot, and probably have saved the life of the Consul. It would be too tedious to detail the many plans which appear to have been laid. GEORGE, it is certain, had lodged at the Palace, and, in the character of wood carrier, had been twice in the apartment of Madame Bonaparte. He informed that a frigate would appear off such a place, and if such signals were made they would be answered by such as would inform whether they had other twenty conspirators on board, and others to inform whether they would land them or not. The signals were made and answered, that they would land as soon as the weather would permit, and probably they are taken before this. George has not yet been taken, but he cannot escape. There are, it is said, about sixty others in and about Paris: so you see, the plot has been very extensive.
Shall the trial of Morau and Pichegru be published, I will send you a copy by the first vessel for New York or Philadelphia. I saw but little chance for peace before this; at present I see none; such attempts naturally tend to destroy them. Perhaps, however, there may be one chance for peace; reports are that the King of England is again attacked with insanity, and it is also said that he is dead: if so the Prince of Wales, on coming to the throne, may make overtures for peace, and throw off the present ministers, otherwise, calculate for a war as long as England can support it.
In the Press, and speedily will be published,
Irish State Trials,
INCLUDING
The Speeches of Mr. CURRAN at length. N. B. Such gentlemen as have been so kind as to collect subscriptions for the above work, will be pleased to forward their lists to the Editor, G. DOUGLAS, Bookseller, Baltimore. 3t
Johnson's Pocket Dictionary.
Just published, and for sale by Samuel Pleasants, jr. Richmond, neatly bound and lettered, printed on fine wove paper, and a beautiful pearl type.
JOHNSON'S DICTIONARY of the ENGLISH LANGUAGE, in miniature.—To which are added an Alphabetical account of the Heathen Deities, and other Fabulous Persons; with the Heroes and Heroines, of Antiquity. And a copious Chronological Table of remarkable Events, Discoveries and Inventions. The whole comprehending in one view, the Analysis or Outlines of General History, from the creation to the present time. By the Rev. JOSEPH HAMILTON, M.A. The First American, from the 14th English edition. The Editor in his advertisement to the English edition observes, that
THE rapid sale of the thirteen former editions of this Dictionary has induced the editor to comply with the desires of the public, in preparing another impression for the press.—To copy the best examples is not only the necessary resource of the writers of the present age, but it exhibits, at the same time, a proof of their modesty and discernment. This remark extends to authors, in almost every department of science and morals; but it is peculiarly applicable to the editor of a dictionary. If a word has been once explained with accuracy, and its various meanings discriminated with critical acumen, nothing remains for a succeeding writer, but to collect and arrange the labour of his predecessors, in a manner which coincides with his own particular plan. Such is the use which has been made in the present work of the laborious and celebrated compilation of Dr. Johnson, which is the most perfect model in its kind. And if the task has been performed with only common industry and care, it will follow that this small volume contains in substance the quintessence of Lexicography, and is adapted for every purpose as a book of reference. It has also this superior advantage, that the more obsolete excrescences of Johnson, and other eminent Lexicographers, are here exchanged for many additional scientific and literary terms not current in their time. In fact, no pains have been spared to render this work as complete as its limits would admit.
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With these advantages and embellishments, he submits this Dictionary to public approbation, so licentious of patronage only proportioned to its merits. J. H.
Whereas it does appear
from the books of the Inspectors at Byrd's Warehouse, in the city of Richmond, that a note for a hogshead of Tobacco, inspected in my name, on the 4th of February last, No 1410, gross 1750, tare 150, nett weight 1600, has been delivered to myself; and whereas I have not been in the said city of Richmond since the inspection of said tobacco until the present time, nor have received said note: This is to request the holder of said note to produce the same to Smith & Price, inspectors at the said warehouse, so that an investigation may take place, as the tobacco, if not shipped, will not be delivered until such investigation takes place.
ROBERT MERIWETHER.
9th May, 1804.
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M. & B. MYERS,
Next door to Messrs. Mitchell and Gaudwin's, have received a handsome assortment of Fashionable Goods,
Amongst which are some very elegant Laced Muslins and Cambricks; 6-4 Cambricks Dimities; Plain and Figured, India and Mull Mull Muslins; 7-8 Calicoes; 9-8 Chitzes and Printed Cambricks; White, Thread and Parment Laces; Lace Veils; Footings and Edgings; Wide Black Lace; Florence Silks, expressly adapted to Summer wear; Lustings, Mantuas and Pelongs; White and Colored extra Kid, Silk, Lace and Picnic Gloves and Mitts; Ladies' and Gentlemen's Silk and Cotton Hose; Men's fine Shirts; a large supply of Ladies' Spangled and Plain Morocco and Kid ditto: Gown and Bonnet Trimmings, &c. &c.
AN ASSORTMENT OF
Dutch Bolting Cloths,
And Hollow Glass ware—also, French Cordials; Syrup Punch; Essence de Cologne, &c.—All which they are disposed to sell at very low prices, for CASH.
May 4, 1804.
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Sales at Auction,
TO CLOSE A CONSIGNMENT.
WILL be SOLD, by the subscribers, on Tuesday the 15th inst (positively without reserve) for notes with approved security, at ninety days,
The following Articles:
14 Hhds. Brown Sugar 5 Barrels Pimento 5 Bags 4 Cases 7-8 and 4-4 Irish Linen 1 do Puntac Handkerchiefs 4 Bales India Cottons 2 do British Oznaburghs 5 Cases gentlemen's best London Hats 1 do Ladies' Straw Bonnets 5 Pieces French Cambricks 40 Doz. Kid Gloves 2 Cases Writing and Printing Paper 20 Boxes China.
THOMAS TAYLOR & CO. v. m. Richmond, 1st May, 1804. tds
POSTSCRIPT.
From PHILADELPHIA, Monday Evening, May 7.
The New York Commercial Advertiser, of Saturday Evening, contains the following article:—
IMPORTANT!
The brig Two Brothers, just arrived at quarantine, in 24 days from St. Jago de Cuba, spoke, on the 1st instant, the ship John, capt. Howard, 35 days from London, for Charleston, who positively assured him that the KING OF ENGLAND WAS DEAD.
[Of the degree of credit due to the foregoing report, it is impossible, under present circumstances, to judge with any certainty. The passage of the vessel from London, if correctly reported, would bring English accounts about nine days later than those we now possess.—In that period, it is certainly possible that an event of this kind might occur: for the King, at our last accounts, though well advanced in convalescence, was not considered as entirely recovered. He had taken air and exercise, which may have occasioned a relapse of his disorder, and he may have become the sudden victim of some new attack. At all events our opinions must remain in suspense, until other information be received through a more direct and particular channel.]
CHARLESTON, April 30.
Accounts from Savannah state, that at the Supreme Court held there during the last week, for the county of Chatham, judge Bowen delivered a charge to the grand jury which was considered to be so highly reprehensible by them, that they presented it as injudicial, insulting to the government, and repugnant to the general interests of the country; and declared at the same time, that they could not, without doing violence to their consciences, and disregarding the dearest ties of society, proceed further with the business of the court. In consequence of this presentment and declaration, the judge issued an order, under his hand, and seal, directing the sheriff to commit to the common jail of the county, every member of the grand jury who signed the presentment, and keep them in custody until he should receive an order from him for their liberation. They were accordingly apprehended and committed to prison. The account further states, that several warrants had been issued against the judge: who while on the bench had conducted himself in a very unbecoming way—he was taken and committed. The jury remained in prison when our informant left Savannah.
A meeting of the citizens had taken place, at which several resolves were agreed to, one was that they approved highly of the conduct of the grand jury; and another, that a committee should be appointed, which was to repair immediately to the seat of government, to obtain a discharge of the jury from prison.
May 1.—A letter received yesterday from Savannah states that the Grand Jury had been released from confinement under the habeas corpus act. Judge Bowen remained committed.
SALES at AUCTION.
Just received, and positively will be SOLD, without reserve, for cash, at Public Auction, on Monday the 14th inst, at 11 o'clock, by the subscribers, at their Warehouse Office:
VELVETS, Bandannas and Canton Handkerchiefs; Checks, Fustians, Sattin and Hair Ribbon; Cotton Hose, Marseilles, Sewing Silks, Nuns and colored Thread; Dimities, Nankeens, Dowlas and Hessian; a large assortment Calicoes; Cambricks, Tambord'd, Lappet, Hook and Jacquet Muslins; Italian and colored Cambricks; Robins and Tapes; a large assortment Strab Bonnets; Garden Fans; Velvet Ribbons; Ladies' extra long Silk Gloves; Ladies' white and colored Silk Hose; Madras, Sisterso and Romal Handkerchiefs; 6-4 and 4-4 glazed and unglazed Cambricks; India Mull and Mull Muslins; Mamoodies, Gurrahs and Fine Humhums; Paper Hangings and Borderings; Boots and Shoes; Superfine Cloths and Casimeres; Irish Linens and Rolls; Fine and Coarse Hats; a large assortment Pocket Books, Jewellery, and best Spanish Segars in boxes; Raisins in boxes and casks; Window Glass by the box; and a variety of other articles too tedious to enumerate.
—ALSO—
On a Credit of 60 days, for approved endorsed Notes.
Antigua Rum by the Hhd; Windward Island do; Malaga Wine in quarter casks; Holland Gin in pipes; French Brandy in do; Imperial Tea by the chest; Brown Sugar in Hhds and barrels; Green Coffee in barrels, bags and tiers; Bar Iron by the ton; Molasses by the Hhd; Loaf Sugar by do. &c. &c. &c. &c.
PROSSER & MONCURE, v. m. Richmond, May 7th, 1804. 2
For Sale, by Auction,
At Lester's new wharf, on Saturday next, (the 12th May,) at noon, on a credit of six, twelve and eighteen months,
The Schooner Argonaut.
She is a staunch, good vessel, in complete order, and well found in every respect—will carry about 100 hhds—sails well, and being of an easy draught of water, is well calculated for river business, as well as the coasting trade. Bond with approved security will be required from the purchaser.
THOMAS TAYLOR & CO. v. m. Richmond, May 9, 1804. Any one inclined to treat for said vessel at private sale, will please apply to Gallego, Kiel and Co.

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 confide 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. The subscriber will receive until the 14th day of next month, at the public manufactory of arms, PROPOSALS, for furnishing the commonwealth of Virginia, for the Cavalry the e- of six hundred pair of HOLSTERS, and six hundred SWORD BELTS. He will also receive, until the above date, proposals for erecting a HOUSE in the city of Richmond, for the preservation of public Ordnance. JOHN CLARKE. March 20th, 1804.
TO BE SOLD, FOR ready money, in pursuance of a deed of trust, from David Ross Esq in order to raise the sum of 5,974 dollars 59 cents, with interest at 5 per cent from the 12th September, 1803 till payment, it being the balance due on the three first instalments, of a debt due from the said David Ross, to the trustees of James Dunlop, dec under a decree of the High Court of Chancery, and secured by deed of trust, the following
Lands, Lots and Tenements, Or such part of them as may be necessary to the sum aforesaid, with the charges and expenses of sale—An Estate or Plantation in Goochland, called Coles, containing by estimation, fifteen hundred acres, be the same more or less, lying on the waters of Byrd creek, and purchased by the said Ross, of the representatives of William Cole and of John Hughes, and adjoining the lands of Richard Adams and S. Richardson, according to its known boundaries as held by the said Ross; also, an Estate or Plantation, all or greater part of which is in the county of Fluvanna, known by the name of Mount Prospect, containing by estimation twelve hundred acres, more or less, adjoining the lands of James Quarles and Joseph Hayden; also the following Lots in the town of Columbia and county of Fluvanna, to wit: Lot No. 63, on which the Warehouse is built, and Lot No. 73, on which is a store, now or late in the occupation of J. Forbes, and Lot No. 74, now or late in the occupation of J. Strother. The sale will take place at John Napier's tavern, in the town of Columbia, on Saturday the 19th day of May next, and the lands and tenements aforesaid, will be set up in that order which shall appear best to suit the purchasers, and most beneficial to the parties interested. JOHN WICKHAM, } Trustees. BEN. MOSBY } GEO. GREENHOW, } Richmond, April 17, 1804. tds
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
Richmond & Columbia Turnpike Road. The books for receiving subscriptions to carry into effect the above laudable and useful institution, will remain open in the counting-room of Robert Gamble & Son, conformably to the act of assembly, till the first day of May next. Subscriptions to the Staunton Turnpike Road will also continue to be received at the same place, until the time before mentioned. Richmond, 18th April, 1804.
William McCay, WATCH MAKER, RICHMOND, RESPECTFULLY informs his friends and the public, that he has received by the late arrivals from Europe, a large and general assortment of Gold & Silver Watches, A LARGE QUANTITY OF FASHIONABLE SEALS, KEYS, AND CHAINS, Which he will dispose of low for cash—he has also on hand, A Few Good Clocks. N. B. Clocks and Watches repaired as usual. Richmond, April 16th, 1804. B-
BURK 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 BURK 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 PENMOORE, 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. 19th, 1803. (rf)
Wanted immediately at this office, as an APPRENTICE to the PRINTING BUSINESS, a YOUTH of respectable connections, from thirteen to fifteen years old.
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 — 7,500 420 do. of 25 — 10,500 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, Esq. John Brockenbrough, Jr. Wm. Price, (Reg.) Samuel Pleasants, Jr. and William Price. 4439 Acres of valuable LAND, In the south of Kentucky, the greater part military, 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. tf
The business heretofore carried on under the firm of ROBERT PAXTON & Co. in this place, will from the first of April next be conducted under that of POLLOCK, TREDWAT & CO. Manchester, 28th March, 1804. 1G 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.
To be let, on building Leases, three beautiful, airy and elevated situations for dwelling houses. To any gentleman in the mercantile line, or other occupation who wishes a pleasant and agreeable residence for his family, either of these sites would be truly desirable, as they are contiguous to the scene of active business, at the same time that they are removed from the dust and bustle of the town. Enquire at this printing-office. An experienced, sober and industrious GARD. N.F.R. will hear of an advantageous situation on application as above. None of opposite character need apply. tf April 23, 1804. JAMES SEABROOK.
MERCHANT TAILOR, HAS just arrived from Philadelphia, with an elegant and well chosen assortment of SPRING & FANCY GOODS, Which he will open in a few days, at his shop, a few doors below the Market, and sell on moderate terms.—He purposes also, making gentlemen's clothes, in the neatest and most fashionable manner—and the greatest attention, and strict punctuality, shall be observed on his part, to give satisfaction to those gentlemen who shall favor him with their custom. A correspondent in Philadelphia, will furnish him with every change in the fashions. April 21, 1804. tf
Taken up by Elisha Betts, Living in Prince Edward county, at Moore's old ordinary, a SORREL HORSE, seven years old last spring, all four feet white, with a blaze face, hanging mane and switch tail, about four feet nine or ten inches high, no brand perceptible. Appraised to seventy dollars by SAMUEL WOOTTON. NATHL. JACKSON. Before me, Wm. Wootton. A copy. Teste. Benjamin Watkins, D. C. January 28, 1804. tf
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, Chicago, 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. Separate proposals will also be received as aforesaid for the supply of all rations, which may be required for the use of the United States, from the first day of January, 1805, until the 31st day of December of the same year, both days inclusive, within the several states herein after mentioned, viz. 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, Pittsburg, 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 of 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 Chicago 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 life 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 creditable characters, 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 always required at any of the fixed posts on the Sea board or Indian frontiers, not exceeding three months. H. DEARBORN, Secretary of War. (t M 18)
A Bar-Keeper Wanted. ONE who can come well recommended will meet with a place in a large Tavern, and very high wages will be given, together with liberal encouragement—for terms apply to ROB. & GEO. TURNER. Bell Tavern, Richmond, 20th April, 1804.
Life of Washington. SUBSCRIPTIONS for this valuable work are received by Samuel Pleasants, Jr.
FOR FREIGHT OR CHARTER, The Schooner RESOLUTION, a strong vessel, of about one hundred and ten tons burthen. Apply to SAMUEL PAINE. 20th April, 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 Demory, 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 endeavours to apprehend and convey to the penitentiary aforesaid the said Joseph Caldwell, Robert Pearson and Cullen Demory. 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 the 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 Demory, 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 re-taken 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 few freckles in his face; he was clothed in a blue roundabout, a blue surcoat, nearly new, striped pantaloons of olive colored select or fancy cord, and a thin summer waistcoat, but not particularly recollected. Committed to the jail of Albemarle county, a negro man about 25 years of age, a yellowish black complexion, spare made, 5 feet 8 or 9 inches high, rather stoop shouldered, has a kind of hitch when he walks in one of his hips, has been severely whipped, and says he belongs to Mr. James Mantelero, who has lately moved over towards Greenbrier from Hanover. Also a negro boy about 12 or 14 years old, yellow complexion, says he belongs to Mr. Southers of Augusta county. The owners are requested to come forward, prove their property, &c. or they will be dealt with as the law directs. THOS. WILLIS, Jr. Jailor. Albemarle co. April 1, 1804. 3w
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 mares are covered, with one dollar for each mare to the groom. Good and extensive pasture gratis, having nearly one thousand acres of high and low land in six different inclosures, under strong fences, besides several cover lots. The greatest attention shall be paid to mares left in my care, but will not be liable for accidents or escapes. P E D I G R E E. ROBIN REDBREAST was got by Sir Peter Teazle, his dam Wren, by Woodpecker, his grand dam Papillon, (Sir Peter's dam) by Snap, his great grand dam Miss Cleveland, by Regulus, his great great grand dam Midge, by a son of Bay Bolton, Bartlet's Children, Honeywood's Arabian, dam of the Two True Blues. (Taken from the general stud book.) P E R F O R M A N C E. In 1800 (the only year he ran) at Bridgnorth, June 18, 4 mile heats, at four years old, he won the maiden plate, beating Mr. Day's Raginer, 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 3d, he won the members purse of £50, 4 mile heats, beating Mr. Harrison's Trumpator, & distancing Sir T. Mostyn's Hedera. At Nantwich, July 10, he won the town purse of £50, beating Mr. Smith's Sultan, and distancing Sir T. Mostyn's Hedera. 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 Litchfield, Sept. 11, 4 mile heats, beating Lord Donegall's b. b. by Pot80'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.
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 intention, 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 style.—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. 1. It shall be printed from the last London edition, and be published in Eight Octavo Volumes, during the year 1804. 2. 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 take 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. ep
THE THOROUGH BRED HORSE
AMERICUS, Will stand at my stable the ensuing season, and will be let to mares at the moderate price of twenty dollars the season and eight dollars the leap, or thirty two dollars to insure a mare being in foal; in either case a half dollar to the groom; the leap money to be sent with the mares, and notes for the season must accompany them also; but the twenty dollars may be discharged by the payment of sixteen on or before the last day of July, at which time the season will expire. The season will commence the 25th of March. Mares fed with grain if required at the market price; rich and extensive pasture gratis, and also the board of boys. All possible attention will be paid to mares, but no responsibility for escapes or accidents. AMERICUS was got by Shark, his dam by Wildair, his granddam by Vampier, out of Col. Braxton's imported mare Kitty Fisher, Wildair was got by Fearnought, Fearnought by Regulus, Regulus by the Godelphin Arabian; Vampier was by Regulus, who was by the Godelphin Arabian, Kitty Fisher by Cade, who was by the Godelphin Arabian. Gentlemen will find after perusing the above pedigree, that Americus is not surpassed by any horse on the continent. JOHN ROSKINS. King & Queen, February 12, 1804. 3w*
TO RENT, And possession given the 1st next month, THE STORE, &c. Near the bridge, in this city, at present occupied by Mr. Wm. Crawford.—There are good accommodations for a family, and a large garden.—Enquire of THE PRINTER. May 4th, 1804. (3w.) Strayed or stolen, on Sunday the 10th of last month, from the neighborhood of Richmond, an
Iron Grey Horse, About four feet eight inches high, six years old, branded on the near shoulder I. W. and has some saddle spots whiter than his natural color. His mane was roached some time since and is nearly grown again. He has a switch tail, trots and gallops, and if rode with a spur and kirk bridle may be made to pace.—There is good reason to believe that he was stolen by a free small mulatto fellow, who goes by the name of Billy Jackson, as such a passage was seen in his possession in the evening of the day on which the horse was lost.—Jackson is supposed to have gone to Fredericksburg, accompanied by a white woman who lives with him as his wife, and who some times calls herself Polly M'Knight, alias Porter. She had with her a white boy child five or six years of age. It is presumed they carried the horse with them, being obliged to fly from that justice here which would at last have inflicted a punishment due to his various crimes. I will give a reward of Thirty Dollars on recovery of the horse if stolen, on conviction of the thief, or Ten Dollars for the horse delivered to me in Richmond. JOHN ATKINSON. May 23, 1804. 3t
Ten Dollars Reward. STRAYED or stolen from Mr. John Carter's stable in the city of Richmond, on Wednesday night last, a BAY MARE, about four feet 8 inches high, six years old; has a scar or dent on one of her thighs, a dish face, large star in her forehead, a knot on her right ankle, lately nicked, paces and canters well. The above reward will be paid for delivering said mare to the subscriber living in Hanover, about three miles above Allen's Creek church, or five dollars for such information as may enable him to recover her. SPOTSWOOD DANDRIDGE. May 5th, 1804. 3t*
THE CO-PARTNERSHIP OF ANDERSON & WATSON, Is this day dissolved by mutual consent—All persons indebted to them are requested to make payment to the subscriber, and those that have claims against the concern, may have them adjusted by application to the same. The business will for the future be carried on by the subscriber. JASPER ANDERSON. Albemarle, April 1, 1804. 3w