The Virginia gazette (Williamsburg [Va.]), 1770-10-25 00:00:00

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From a NEW YORK paper.
B EFORE the late war the people of this country were very little known or considered in England; nor indeed was our importance fully understood, either by our fellow subjects or ourselves, before the ever-memorable period of the stamp act. By the oppressive acts of the British legislature we were then roused out of a supine inattention to the common interest and combined strength of the continent, and led to form an estimate of our powers, to feel our own consequences, and to impress a new, and that a very high idea, of our importance to the mother country. We exerted ourselves with vigour and with unanimity; the effect was proportioned to our wishes.
The means by which our deliverance was supposed, in a great measure, to be wrought, was a cordial agreement to cease the importation of British goods. By this means the manufacturers, mechanicks, and their connections, who before this time had scarcely ever extended their views farther than the merchant who bought their goods, finding their employment at an end, through the stoppage of orders from this country, were taught to revere our interest, and conspired with the merchants to forward a repeal.
Upon new acts of oppression, the same means have been attempted, and we flattered ourselves that we might hope for the same success. But alas! a different prospect is now presented. After more than three years, we seem as far from the completion of our hopes as when we set out; and, what is infinitely worse, we seem to have lost sight of that friendly union which prevailed during our former struggle. Instead of that unanimous resolution, and universal concord of sentiment, by which we were then united as one man to oppose the enemies of our liberty, an opposition of measures, a contradiction of opinions, party spirit, mutual rancour and complaints, and every mark of a divided people, are gaining too much ground. If these continue, we are undone. Divided among ourselves, we shall be an easy prey to the enemies of our freedom. As it has been with great anxiety that I have observed this temper, and as some cause must have produced it, I should think myself happy if my attempts to point out and remove that cause should be crowned with success.
To what can it be owing that our agreements are broken? For I cannot account for it from any religious quarrel, as that seems to have subsided; nor from any party spirit, because it was but the other day the common principles, and indeed the glory, of every party, to adhere to them. The true cause, I apprehend, is in the agreement itself. From one extreme we have passed to another, from not regarding to overrating our own importance. Flushed with the new acquired idea of our consequence, and elate with victory, we supposed that the Parliament of Great Britain might be brought to our own terms by the same means at all times, without making any allowance for obstinate perseverance or favourable accidents on their part. We entered precipitately into a non importation agreement, so extensive that it was calculated, after some time, to defeat itself, unless speedy redress was obtained. The Parliament has persevered; the English have found other markets for their goods. Accident has favoured them, and we are left to struggle with impossibilities. It is in vain to think that we can hold breath always, and as vain to think that we cannot only turn the course of our trade but annihilate it altogether. The notion is chimerical, and accordingly our agreements have come to nothing, and that merely from the circumstances of their being too extensive. I shall not inquire whether the not obtaining redress is owing to the treachery of Boston. It is not obtained, and our agreements cannot be persevered in. It is true this could not be foreseen at first, and therefore the entering into them was not so imprudent as may be supposed by some persons. It was not known that we should need to persevere so long; and it is owing, in a great measure, to unexpected demands from other parts of the world, that so long a struggle has been necessary. Besides, the experiment had but once been tried, and it had then succeeded. I could wish too that we had persevered a little longer; that we had, if possible, tried one more session of Parliament; for we certainly derived advantages from the agreement, even in a commercial view; and it was rather early to give over as soon as these commercial advantages were at an end. But the die is cast; and we have only to choose whether to unite in maintaining an agreement of a more restricted nature, or to go on disputing about a shadow, which cannot longer be realized. It is indeed possible to drop all trade with England, and it is possible for us to go naked too; but it cannot be expected. We may go on reproaching and complaining of each other; we may widen still more the differences which already prevail amongst us, and we may perhaps for ever destroy all hopes of recovering that union on which our safety depends; but we cannot possibly maintain so extensive an agreement for any length of time. Is there not reason to hope that we might all unite once more in maintaining an agreement not to import dutiable articles? Most people are of opinion that it had been better to have made this agreement at first. But they would not seem to relax from their resolutions; it would look as if all our agreements would come to nothing. But surely it would be better to correct our mistake than to persevere, or rather to pretend to persevere, beyond what we are able. Whilst we are attempting something which is within the verge of possibility, we may be feared; but when we offer to go beyond this, we shall really be despised, for our enemies are sensible that we shall do nothing. What I fear, and I think I have reason to fear it, is that our intestine divisions will grow so high as to drive some, through party spirit, to import even dutiable articles; and then adieu to liberty! We have not yet bowed our neck to the yoke, but the reason we consent to pay these duties we submit to slavery. Because the out-works have been deserted as untenable, let us be the more cautious that we be not driven from the fortress; and let us be exceedingly careful to unite, as one man, in its defence. GETHEGUS.
CONSTANTINOPLE, JULY 3.
A LETTER from the Grand Viziar to his brother Osman Bey, a member of the Divan, is handed about here, and contains that the Ottoman empire is at present in so critical a situation that it is absolutely necessary he should make it known, not only to the Mufti, but to all the members of the Divan, in order to induce them to inspire the Grand Seignor with pacifick sentiments, and to engage him to use his endeavours to come to an accommodation with the enemy.
JULY 4. In the naval combat on the 27th of May last, near the gulf of Napolide Romania, Zeyd Bey and Hassan Bey fought with eight ships of the line, and some galleys, against an equal number of Russian vessels, and the former were obliged to retire. Three Turkish vessels, particularly the Captain or 74 guns, suffered much; and six of our galleys were sunk.
It is reported that a second naval combat has been fought, which ended to our disadvantage; that two of our ships were lost near Scio, and that the enemy were preparing to attack Tenedos.
GENOA, JULY 28. Letters from Marseilles advise that the French squadron, which has been before Tunis, has destroyed Biferta, and taken the island of Tabarca.
PARIS, AUGUST 10. We learn, by divers ships which have successively arrived from India, that the famous Hider Ali Kan has broke the treaty concluded some time ago between him and the English; that he had attacked the Marattas with all his forces, and gained over them such great advantages as to oblige them to sue for peace; and that he was preparing to make war again upon his ancient enemies [meaning, we suppose, the English] which he would be able to do with the greater strength and power, from his late conquests. It is added that the English behave a little tyrannically towards the French on the coast of Coromandel.
LONDON, August 18.
W HEN Bender is taken, which seems an inevitable consequence of the victory of Pruth, Brailow cannot hold out a siege of any length. When that is gained there are no other places of strength to cover Bulgari, the province in which Constantinople stands; but, happily for the Grand Seignor, nature has fortified the frontier of this province with the Danube towards the east, and a range of mountains, many miles in breadth, towards the west, in which are several defiles that admit of strong defence.
It is not doubted but that the total rout of the Turkish army, near Pruth, will be very soon followed by the taking of Bender, which that army was posted to cover. The fortifications of that city are entirely of the old construction, and would not secure the place a week against attacks conducted by able engineers.
The consequences of the naval victory of the Russians over the Turks will be certainly very glorious to the former, and very affecting to the latter. The coasting trade of the Turks with the various neutral ports was an object of the greatest consideration to thousands of the Ottoman subjects, but to the Constantinopolitans in particular. It was of infinite greater importance to them than the country trade in the East Indies is to our East India company. From the first moment of the Russians entering the Turkish seas this commerce has been infinitely injured, and diminished. Many of the Turkish vessels (some richly laden) fell into the enemy's hands. Those that escaped the vigilance of the Russians chiefly escaped without a half a loading; the owners not fully freighting them, that, if they were taken, the loss might be the less. The action in the Archipelago has now put an absolute stop to this important trade, and must have distressed the city of Constantinople beyond all conception; for it will be impossible for a Turkish vessel to appear, without the most imminent danger. In a word, those who are conversant with this situation of things, and have some little knowledge of the Russian designs, very well know that they entertained very little hopes of ever bringing the Turks to any thing like a decisive naval engagement; and that their utmost view in fitting out this naval armament (the ostensible part excepted) scarce extended farther than the distressing the Turkish capital, by putting a total stagnation to the commerce in question.
By letters from Berlin we are informed that Prince Henry, brother to the King of Prussia, is set out on his journey to Stockholm. It is not believed that he is gone there merely on a visit, but with a commission to confer with the Queen, his sister, in order to put an end to the influence of the French faction, which has brought the affairs of Sweden into such a deplorable state of confusion.
It is thought a reinforcement will very soon be sent to Admiral Proby's squadron, in the Mediterranean; the English fleet in that sea being of inferior force to the French, Spanish, Dutch, Danish, or even Algerines.
August 21. The defeat of the Ottoman fleet in the Archipelago seems now to be confirmed from all quarters. The Grand Seignor, alarmed at the progress of the Russian arms, is taking every precaution possible for the defence of Constantinople. The late Grand Viziar, Moldavangi Pacha, has been restored, in order to take upon him the government of the Dardanelles, which are the chief security of that capital. He is to command an army of 15,000 men, furnished with heavy artillery, in order to frustrate any attempt which the Russians may make against those important castles, and to sink the Russian ships that may endeavour to pass them. On the contrary, it is said that Admiral Elphinstone, having accomplished the destruction of the Turkish fleet, has now in view the grand project of combating the enemy under the walls of Constantinople; and, for the execution of this enterprise, intends to force the passage of the Dardanelles, at all hazards.
Letters from Madrid advise that the King of Spain has given orders to equip, with all possible expedition, a very formidable squadron in the Mediterranean, which is to be employed against the Emperor of Morocco, who has threatened to besiege Ceuta and Oran in Africa, belonging to Spain.
A letter from Magdeburg lays that his Prussian Majesty is now preparing to march 10,000 men to the frontiers of Poland, but on what design is not yet known. His Majesty, it seems, never tells his errand until he is at the end of his journey.
We are assured that, in confidence of a free trade with the colonies, goods are now shipping for America by the merchants of this city.
All the regiments of horse, foot, and dragoons, being now arrived at their respective quarters for the remainder of this year, orders are given to the commanding officers of those regiments that have not got their full complements of men to complete them forthwith.
It is said a demand has been made by a great trading company upon the Dutch, which, if not complied with, will be productive of very serious consequences.
A letter has been sent to the Admiralty Office, said to be found on the road leading from Westminster bridge to the temple on the Surrey side, the purport of which is said to be that a scheme had been concerted to set fire to the dock in Deptford yard.
By some late advices received from France we hear that a revolution is confidently talked of in that kingdom.
It is asserted that great changes in Administration may soon be expected, either a voluntary resignation, or a dismissal, being certainly to take place. It is said that the King has been much surprised at nothing but an experienced Premier, or the Privy Council, it is said, can extricate them.
Fresh orders, we are assured, have been sent to his Majesty's squadron in the Mediterranean, respecting their future behaviour to certain warlike powers who are now cruising on that coast.
It is said that the friendly representations of a noble personage, in favour of the colonies, have been listened to, the effects of which will soon appear in lenitive measures respecting America.
It is rumoured that during a late private negotiation a considerable post was offered to three different persons, who all thought fit to decline the acceptance.
There is a scheme now in agitation to oblige all farmers who keep their dead stock unfold, above one year, to pay duty for the same.
We hear from Bristol that four large ships, privateers in the last war, have lately been purchased there, by some foreign agents, intended to be fitted out to cruise against the Turks, with Russian commissioners.
There are letters from Cadiz, by the Pomona man of war, Captain Davis, which arrived at Spithead last Saturday, which give an account that the Spaniards are very busy in every port of Spain augmenting their naval force; but the letters pretend that it is only designed to be sent against the piratical states, who have lately robbed and plundered many Spanish vessels, and carried most of their crews into slavery, leaving on board each ship only hands enough to navigate the vessels into port.
The Weazel man of war, the Isle of Wight, saw a French vessel last Friday, which they imagined was loaded with contraband goods, steering to the north coast, on which they gave chase; but the Frenchmen crowded all the sail they could, steered about, and got clear off towards their own coast. By her swiftness of sailing it is supposed that she had only passengers on board, who did not care to pass under the inspection of officers.
BOSTON, Sept. 27.
Y ESTERDAY the Viper sloop of war sailed from hence. It is supposed she is gone to meet Commodore Cumber, who is daily expected, in the Salisbury man of war.
By a vessel, in 20 days from the Mole, we learn that since the terrible shocks of the earthquake which they had at Port au Prince, and other places on Hispaniola, in June last, they have lately had several others, in which the houses since rebuilt were again thrown down, and some lives lost; and that the earth had opened in several places, from which issued a very disagreeable sulphurous smell.
Saturday last, being the anniversary of the coronation of our most gracious sovereign George III. at noon the guns at his Majesty's Castle William, and at the batteries in this town, were fired; at one o'clock the Rose and Viper men of war, in the harbour, also fired; at the same time the train of artillery belonging to the regiment in this town, being mustered on the common, fired their field pieces on the occasion.
October 1. Last Wednesday the General Assembly of this province met at Harvard college, in Cambridge. At ten o'clock there was a quorum of the House of Representatives; but the Lieutenant Governor not being in town, the weather being rainy, they adjourned until the afternoon, and then, for the same reason, farther adjourned until the next morning. On Thursday a committee waited on his Honour, to acquaint him that the House were sitting in the chapel; and were earnestly desirous that the General Assembly might be removed to its ancient and legal seat, the townhouse in Boston. Soon after a message came down from the Lieutenant Governor to acquaint the House that his Honour was in the chair, and directed their attendance in the Council chamber; whereupon the Speaker and the House went up to the philosophy room, where his Honour delivered a speech to both Houses, and the Representatives returned to the chapel. The speech was read, and the consideration of it referred to a committee of nine members, of which the Speaker was chairman, who the next day reported that it was for the interest of the province still to adhere to their former resolution not to proceed to the publick business. It was then moved, and ordered, that the consideration of the report be postponed until Wednesday next, and that in the mean time express be sent to call in all the absent members. On Saturday the House voted to observe Wednesday next as a day of prayer, to seek the direction and favour of Almighty God; and sent the vote to the Council Board, where it was unanimously concurred. It is certain we have at present a choice of difficulties; the times therefore require the greatest fortitude, as well as wisdom. The previous step which the two Houses have resolved to take, viz. to make their humble application to him who is the father of light, and from whom every good gift comes, will therefore certainly be approved of by all, excepting those whose censure is the greatest applause.
October 24. By Captain Cock, who arrived here last Thursday evening, in four days from Halifax, we learn it was reported there that all the troops now in that place, consisting of two regiments and part of a third, had orders to be in readiness to embark for Boston; and that Commodore Hood, in the Romney man of war, was shortly to sail from hence to this place.
On Friday last his Majesty's armed schooner St. John arrived here from Halifax. In said schooner came fourteen men belonging to the royal train of artillery.
PHILADELPHIA, October 8.
O N Saturday night failed the ship London Packet, Captain Cock, for London, by which vessel the merchants concerned in the British trade have forwarded their orders for all sorts of goods from Great Britain except teas, and such other articles as are or may be subject to duties for the purpose of raising an American revenue; consistent with the salutary alteration made on the 20th ult. in the non importation agreement, by a considerable number of the subscribers thereto. And it is not doubted that every true friend to the liberties of America will discountenance the importation of dutied articles from England, and thereby defeat the machinations of our enemies.

ANNAPOLIS, October 11.
AT a meeting of the merchants of Baltimore town, held at Mr. Little's, the 5th of October, 1770, Mr. John Smith was unanimously chosen chairman. On motion, the question was put whether an advertisement be published in the Gazette, requesting a meeting of a general committee at Annapolis the 25th instant, to judge of the expediency of continuing the association under the particular circumstances of the Philadelphia merchants breaking theirs; and that if such a meeting cannot be brought about that in that case the merchants of this town will look upon the association as dissolved, and go into a general importation, excepting tea and other dutiable goods. It was resolved in the affirmative. In consequence of the above resolution a committee of four will be appointed to attend at Annapolis the 25th instant, to meet such as may be sent from the other counties.
NEWBERN, October 5.
ON Wednesday last a special messenger arrived in town from Granville county, to his Excellency the Governor, with the melancholy account of a violent insurrection, or rather rebellion, having broke out in Orange county, among a set of men who call themselves regulators, and who have for some years past given infinite disturbance to the civil government of this province, but now have sapped its whole foundation, brought its courts of justice to their own control, leaped the strong barrier of private property, and audaciously violated the laws of God and man.
These people have for a long time opposed paying all manner of taxes, have entertained the vilest opinion of the Gentlemen of the law, and often threatened them with their vengeance. Accordingly, as the Hon. Judge Henderson, and several Gentlemen of the law, were returning from Salisbury circuit to Hillsborough, in order to hold the court there, they were waylaid by a number of them with their rifles; but happily, having notice of their hellish design, by taking a contrary route they eluded their bloody plot. They still gave out their threats of meeting them at Hillsborough, and wrecking their vengeance on them there.
These menaces were treated with contempt, or rather the violent ravings of a factious and discontented mob, than any settled and fixed resolution of men of property to commit so daring an insult to the laws of the country; and accordingly the court was opened, and proceeded to business. But on Monday, the second day of the court, the tragical scene began; a very large number of those people, headed by men of considerable property, appeared in Hillsborough, armed with clubs, whips, loaded at the ends with lead or iron (a stroke from which would level the strongest man) and many other offensive weapons, and at once beset the courthouse. The first object of their revenge was Mr. John Williams, a Gentleman of the law, whom they assaulted as he was entering the courthouse; him they cruelly abused, with many and violent blows with their loaded whips on the head and different parts of his body, until he, by great good fortune, made his escape, and took shelter in a neighbouring store. They then entered the courthouse, and immediately fixed their attention on Colonel Fanning as the next object of their merciless cruelty. He expected his fate, and had retired to the Judge's seat, as the highest part of the courthouse, from which he might make the greatest defence against these bloodthirsty and cruel savages; but, poor Gentleman, vain were all his efforts, for after behaving with the most heroic courage he fell a sacrifice to numbers, and suffered a cruelty the richest language can but feebly paint. They seized him by the heels, dragged him down the steps, his head striking violently on every step, carried him to the door, and forcing him out, dragged him on the ground over stones and brickbats, struck him with their whips and clubs, kicked him, spit and spurned him, and treated him with every possible mark of contempt and cruelty; until at length, by a violent effort of strength and activity, he rescued himself from their merciless claws, and took shelter in a house. The vultures pursued him there, and gave him a stroke that will probably destroy one of his eyes. In this piteous and grievously maimed condition they left him for a while, retreated to the courthouse, knocked down and very cruelly treated the deputy clerk of the Crown, ascended the bench, shook their whips over Judge Henderson, told him his turn was next, ordered him to pursue business, but in the manner they should prescribe, which was that no lawyers should enter the courthouse, no juries but what they should pack, and order new trials in cases where some of them had been cast for their malpractices. They then seized Mr. Hooper, a Gentleman of the law, dragged and paraded him through the streets, and treated him with every mark of contempt and insult. This closed the first day; but the second day presented a scene, if possible, more tragical. Immediately on their discovering that the Judge had made his escape from their fury, and refused to submit to the dictates of lawless and desperate men, they marched in a body to Colonel Fanning's house, and on a signal given by their ringleaders entered the same, destroyed every piece of furniture in it, ripped open his beds, broke and threw in the streets every piece of china and glass ware in the house, scattered all his papers and books in the wind, seized all his plate, cash, and proclamation money; entered his cellars, and after satiating and gorging themselves more than savage stomachs with his liquors stowed and threw in the streets the remainder. Being now drunk with rage, liquor, and lawless fury, they took his wearing clothes, stuck them on a pole, paraded them in triumph through the streets, and, to close the scene, pulled down and laid his house in ruins. Hunter and Butler, two of their chiefs, stripping in buff and beginning the heroic deed. They then went to a large handsome church bell that Colonel Fanning, at the expense of 60 or 70 l., had made a present of to the church of Hillsborough, and split it to pieces; and were at the point of pulling down the church, but their leaders, thinking it would betray their religious principles, restrained them. Their revenge being not yet satiated on this unhappy Gentleman, they again pursued him, again cruelly beat him, and at length with dogs hunted him out of town, and with a cruelty more savage than bloodhounds stoned him as he fled. What heart but feels for the distresses of this unfortunate Gentleman! what hand that would not be uplifted in defence of such injured innocence!
When they had fully glutted their revenge on the lawyers, and particularly Colonel Fanning, to show their opinion of courts of justice they took from his chains a negro that had been executed some time, and placed him at the lawyers bar, and filled the Judge's seat with human excrement, in derision and contempt of the characters that fill those respectable places. Would a Hottentot have been guilty of such a piece of brutality! or is there the most savage nation on earth whose manners are less cultivated!
A paragraph of a letter from a Gentleman, who was eye-witness of the above dismal scene, says: "The merchants stores are broke and rifled, Mr. Cooke's house torn to pieces, and Mr. Edwards's has not shared a better fate. The inhabitants have fled the town, and the regulators live at their expense; they are in possession of their houses, and make the best use of the emergency to satiate their cursed passions and appetites. Here my pen drops; I satiate with the painful recital."
In short, all civil government in Orange county is relaxed, the courts of justice totally stopped, and every thing reduced to the power and control of a set of men who call themselves regulators; but are in fact no other than a desperate and cruel banditti, actuated by principles that no laws can restrain, no honour or conscience bind.
WILLIAMSBURG, October 25.
Extract of a letter from Liverpool, August 16.
I HAVE the pleasure to acquaint you that the Marlborough, Quiney, from Rappahannock, arrived here the 24th instant, and the John, Breakhill, from James river, this day,
both having had fine passages. Captain Quiney made the land in 21 days, and Captain Breakhill made it in 22 days. They are both intended out again, early in the spring.
Captain Banks, from York river, arrived at Liverpool the 23rd of August, after a pleasant passage of 29 days.
The Experiment, Hamlin, from Bristol, is arrived in York river; and we hear that the Neptune, White, from London, is arrived at Norfolk.
Last week the following criminals were brought to the bar of the General Court, and took their trials, viz. Jesse Townsend, from Frederick, for murder, guilty. Thomas Robinson, from York, for felony, guilty. Joseph Male, from Chesterfield, for murder, acquitted. William & John Watkins, from Henrico, for house-breaking, acquitted. William Gray, for horse stealing, guilty. William Parish, from Charlotte, for felony, guilty. James Shaugnessy, from Loudoun, for a rape, guilty. Samuel Berry, from Norfolk, for sheep stealing, guilty. Samuel Burns, from Prince William, for gouging, guilty. Charles Smith, from Frederick, for felony, returned to county court for farther trial. Charles Deal (alias Jones) from Sussex, for felony, John Booth, from Orange, for murder, and Basil Hollis, from Prince William, for horsestealing, laid over for farther trial.
To Mess. PURDIE & DIXON.
GENTLEMEN, IF you will publish the following observations, made in different parts of the world on the late comet, you will probably oblige some of your astronomical readers, as thereby they will be enabled to see its apparent course on the celestial globe; and you will oblige me if you add my remarks on those observations. For notwithstanding B. E. has treated me most illiberally, I thought it unjust to suffer him to fall under the imputation of want of abilities as an astronomer, or of inaccuracy as an observer, from the disagreement of his observations with the astronomers, when I could so easily reconcile them, and prove that there ought to have been that very difference. And I shall save E. R. the trouble of returning B. E. the compliment of producing English accounts of the comet to confirm his.
I am your humble servant,
A. B.
  Between June the 15th and 16th M. Messier, at Paris, observed R. Asc. S. Decl.   272—57 15 : 45   June the 27th, at half past 11, Mr. Dunn, in England, 275—00 3 : 00   On the same day, and nearly the same hour, B. E. in Virginia, 275 nearly, N. Decl. 38 : 00   Mr. Six, at Canterbury, in England, June 30th, at half past 10, 280 35 : 45   July the 1st, do. at do, 311—40 75 : 00   3d, at half past 12, 36—00 49 : 00 
See Gentleman's Magazine for July 1770.
Mr. Dunn makes the comet's declination, on the 27th of June, 3 degrees south, and B. E. 38 degrees north; but this very difference may prove the truth of B. E.'s observations. For if the comet was in perigee when B. E. observed, as it is probable it was about that time, and approached very near the earth, as Mr. Six thinks it did, and if we allow that its parallax of altitude was about 41 degrees, it must have appeared to Mr. Dunn about 41 degrees farther south, or lower, being depressed by its parallax, than it would to an observer here; and consequently it would appear to Mr. Dunn to be 3 degrees south, when it appeared to B. E. 38 north.
Except M. Messier of Paris, who discovered the comet the 14th of June, though in the Milky Way, and "when scarcely visible with a two foot telescope," B. E. was the first who saw it, even a day before it was seen at the royal observatory of Greenwich. When we consider this, and that B. E. has observed "many comets," that he foretold this would be seen in the south, that it was accordingly seen there by the Constant Reader, and others, and that he is well acquainted with Copernicus, Halley, and Newton; I say, when we consider all this, we cannot suppose that the difference between his observations and Mr. Dunn's can proceed from inaccuracy, but must attribute it to the effect of parallax alone. It is true if the parallax was as great as I have supposed it the comet must have passed within a semidiameter of the earth, and would no doubt, had it been as large as some comets, have produced another deluge, or at least another GUST. But it was, according to B. E.'s observations, very small; and of consequence its effects on our atmosphere, &c. were imperceptible.
Although the comet was in its perigee, yet B. E. conjectured, and was confirmed in his conjecture by some extra acts from Dr. Halley, that it was, at the same time, in its aphelion. So that its orbit is very small, and just includes the earth's; and it may therefore, in another revolution, fall on the earth, should it be in a certain part of its orbit. But we need be under no apprehension on this account, as the comet is so small *; for it will probably only form an island in the Atlantic, or South sea. I say it would form an island, because it is 3 to 1 it would fall in the sea, as the ratio of land to water has been computed to be as 1 to 3. If its velocity was so amazingly great in its aphelion, what must it be in its perihelion! But I leave this to the consideration of B. E. C. R. The Customer, &c. and recommend it to X. Y. and T. V. to lay their heads together and endeavour to determine its period and predict its return.
* If its parallax was as great as B. E.'s observations make it, its diameter could not be 30 miles; so that I did not mention the Atlantic and South sea because they only were capable of containing the comet, but because of their great extent, and of consequence the greater probability of its falling into them.
To Mess. PURDIE & DIXON.
By inserting the following piece you will do a kind action to an injured friend.
GENTLEMEN, I AM sensible that a contest about the property of a name will be rather a subject of ridicule to the publick than any thing else; but as it is a serious matter to me, who by the loss of it must lose the honour of several performances, I hope you will not be unwilling to grant me an opportunity of securing to myself the signature C. R. to which some ill designing person, in your paper of the 20th of September, pretends to have the only right. If you, or any of your readers, will but review the former pieces, signed C. R. you will at once discover the difference between them and this imposture. Every one knows with what sublimity of sentiment, and pompous majesty of style, I described the storm of September 69; and my observations on the last year's comet bore such manifest marks of astronomical knowledge, and of blushing modesty, as made them deservedly the admiration of all who saw them, one only excepted, and he was A. B. The C. R. which your correspondent, of the 20th of September, has endeavoured to represent as fictitious, carries in it also the same strength of genius, and the same zeal for the advancement of learning. In a word, there is such a similarity in the language, sentiments, and spirit, of these performances, that no one, with less assurance than A. B. would have presumed to persuade the publick that any of them belonged to him, or that one person was not the author of the whole. I dare say when he thought of this scheme he fancied he had conceived a master piece of wit, but he must permit me to apply to him what Horace did to just such a conceited writer of his time: Parturiant montes, & nascitur ridiculus mus.
Instead of the grand thoughts, and choice expressions, which used to distinguish the C. R.'s, he has given us nothing but a badly told story of a hen laying eggs, with some abusive reflections on the simple animal because she acts as nature directs her. Poor
soul! if he had followed this guide, and confined himself to the care of his henhouse, he might have escaped that contempt which must now inevitably fall upon him; I say confined himself to the care of his henhouse, because no one, who had not been in this employment, could have been so well acquainted with a hen's behaviour in the different situations he mentions. And besides, the most eminent authors support me in this remark, that the profession of a writer, if he has any, is known from his phrases and figures, which he draws from the objects he has been employed about, and which are most familiar to him. The maliciousness of his design is to evident that I hope it will prevent its taking effect. I should be sorry that my good friends B. E. and The Customer, would be deterred from complying with my proposal of an union by such a pitiful scribbler; for I am, and I think I have plainly proved, that I who wrote the 30th of August, and I only, am the true C. R.
Advertisements.
THE Gentlemen appointed to manage the late Governor's affairs, until proper orders can be received from his Grace the Duke of Beaufort, his Lordship's executor, desire all persons concerned to settle their accounts and pay what is due to his Lordship's estate to the TREASURER, who will give discharges, and likewise pay all just demands.
To be SOLD before the subscriber's door, at Bolingbroke warehouse, near Petersburg, on Monday the 19th of November,
SUNDRY woollens, consisting of Dutch and other blankets, &c. imported in the Lord Clive, James M'Kinnie master, from Hull, for the benefit of the creditors. JOHN M'NABB.
To be SOLD, on Monday the 19th of November, if fair, otherwise next fair day, at Marlborough, the seat of the late John Mercer, Esq; deceased,
THE greatest part of his personal estate (except slaves) consisting of a variety of articles of household furniture too tedious to mention; a number of well chosen books, in good condition; a very large and choice flock of horses, brood mares, and colts, all blooded, and mostly from that very beautiful and high bred horse Rutter; a great number of black cattle, esteemed the best in the colony, equal in size to any beyond the Ridge, but superior to them, because they will thrive in shorter pastures; also 700 ounces of fashionable plate, and a genteel family coach, not more than seven years old, seldom used, with harness for six horses. These articles were appraised, in December 1768, to 2738 l. The horses and black cattle are since increased, and now are in very good order; so that any person inclined to purchase may depend on having enough to choose out of.
Also will then be sold several articles belonging to a BREWERY, viz. a copper that boils 500 gallons, several iron bound butts that contain a whole brewing each, coolers, &c. &c. and a quantity of new iron hoops and rivets for casks of different sizes, lately imported.
RANTER is also for sale; he is as high bred as any horse on the continent, and is allowed by all that know him to be the handsomest they ever saw. He cost 330 l. about six years ago, has been well used, and is remarkably healthy.
Purchasers above 6 l. will have credit until the Fredericksburg September fair, on giving bond with security, with interest from the day of sale; but if the money is paid when due, the interest will be abated.
Proper vessels will attend at Pafyattans, for the conveyance of such as come from that side of Potomack creek.
FREDERICKSBURG, October 2, 1770.
WHEREAS my husband, William Paul, has thought fit to publish an advertisement forewarning all persons from trusting me on his account, and not to harbour me, I think it necessary to acquaint the publick that we some time ago parted by mutual consent, upon his delivering me a part of his personal estate, I at the same time, at his request, giving him two sufficient and undeniable securities that I would not run him in debt. If I have acted to the contrary since our separation, which he knows to be otherwise, he can have his remedy against my securities; and as to doing it before that period, of which he accuses me, the falsity of it will appear from the following certificate, dated Sept. 23, 1770. "We the subscribers, merchants in Fredericksburg, do hereby certify that Fanny Paul, wife of William Paul, tailor, hath not contracted, with us, any debts on her said husband's account. Signed by William Porter, Neil M'Coull, Henry Mitchell, William Reid, George Mitchell, James Duncanson, James Robb, John Mitchell, James Maury, Heflop & Blair." Neither am I concealed, but appear as usual; and I am resolved to recover, what is legally due, from William to FANNY PAUL.
HUGH HILL, next door to Mr. Cocke's store, WILLIAMSBURG,
BEGS leave to inform the publick that he repairs and cleans WATCHES and all sorts of CLOCK WORK, and will wait upon Gentlemen at their houses to do their clocks, at more reasonable rates than any ever yet done in Virginia; with some small branches in the JEWELLERY way. Those Gentlemen and Ladies who will please to favour him with their custom may depend on having their work done expeditiously, and in the best manner, as he has lately imported all necessaries suitable to the branches above mentioned.
To be LET on CHARTER, to any part of Europe,
THE brig Hawke, John Coupland master, now lying at Norfolk, a good double decked vessel, burthen about 220 tuns, will carry from 6 to 7000 bushels of grain, and is well fitted and calculated for that trade. For terms apply to the subscriber.
JOHN GREENWOOD.
Who has for sale, on very reasonable terms, CORDAGE of all sorts and sizes, from a ten inch cable downwards; 3 l. red, and 20 d. NAILS, in casks; Whitehaven COALS, SAIL CANVAS, and coarse WOOLLENS; imported, in said vessel, from Whitehaven. He also wants to charter a vessel of about two hundred barrels burthen, which he could despatch in a very short time, having a load ready.

To be SOLD to the highest bidder, on Monday the 19th of November, before Mr. James Mitchell's door, in York town,
THE following articles, viz. A new store, near the town wharf; a large store, and a small dwelling-house, with two lots, in GLOUCESTER town; a large sloop afloat near SARAH's creek, with the materials that are on board. Twelve months credit will be allowed, the purchasers giving bond and security to Mr. DAVID JAMESON, in York town. JOHN THOMPSON.
A PARCEL of choice SLAVES, among which are some fine boys from 8 to 14 years of age, will be sold at Gloucester courthouse, for ready money, on Thursday the 21st of November.
IMPORTED in the Golden Fleece, Captain George Gossey, from London, a box directed on the top to the subscriber. It is supposed it was sent to Peterburg, by mistake, Whoever will give information of the said box to Thomas M. Randolph, Esq; in Goochland, will greatly oblige. JOHN ROGERS.
IMPORTED in the Lunn & Lloyd, Capt. Necks. A box marked E I, containing two clergy mens gowns and a couple of square caps. Any person who has got the said box on sending it to the Post Office will be paid all expenses.
For FREIGHT, or CHARTER, to any part of Europe or the West Indies,
THE brigantine JOLLY BACCHUS, Henry Lamont master, now lying at Norfolk, burthen about 300 bds. or 8000 bushels of grain, an exceeding good vessel, well fitted and found, has made one voyage, and has good accommodation for passengers. For terms apply to the subscriber, in Norfolk. JOHN MACLEAN.
RUN away from the subscriber, about the 26th of September last, two young negro men; the one named JACK, the other SAM. JACK is about five feet six or seven inches high, very black, is well made, and of a pleasing countenance; had on when he went away a blue short jacket, pretty much worn, an osnaburg shirt, and a pair of osnaburg trousers, blackened much with tar, as he had been lately working on board a vessel, but had neither shoes nor stockings. SAM is of the yellowish cast, a low squat fellow, has remarkable bow legs, and of a surly countenance; had on when he went away a jacket of a light colour pretty much worn, an osnaburg shirt, a new felt hat, and a pair of osnaburg trousers much like JACK's, and has neither shoes nor stockings. These negroes left a waggon on the road to Mr. CHARLES IRVING's, in ALBEMARLE county, and I expect will make for NORFOLK, as they were brought from thence by Captain JOHN KERR, of whom I purchased them. Whoever delivers the said negroes to me, at RICHMOND town, or secures them so as I can get them, shall have FIFTY SHILLINGS reward for each, besides the allowance by law. NEILL CAMPBELL.
RUN away from the Subscriber, in Amelia county, on the 29th of September last, a very likely young negro man slave named SAM, about 19 years of age. He is a tall spare made fellow, with a scar under his jaw. His apparel not known, as he had changeable suits of them. He pretends to lay claim to freedom, and is now harboured at one Matthew Alby's, a mulatto, in Williamsburg, as I am informed. This is to forwarn all persons from harbouring or entertaining the said slave; and any person who will take up the said slave, and send him to Mr. Stephen Dence, in Dinwiddie county, shall be genteelly rewarded for their trouble by MATTHEW MAYES.
STRAYED, or STOLEN, from Winchester, on the 20th of May last, a dark brown horse, 14 hands and a half high, 10 or 11 years old, with a blaze in his forehead, one of his hind feet white, his ears pretty long and hanging, is shod all round, had a bell tied on with a new collar and iron buckle, and branded on the off buttock IF. Whoever conveys him to me shall have FORTY SHILLINGS reward. CHRISTOPHER FRY.
CHARLES CITY, October 14. 1770. COMMITTED to the jail of this county, on Friday the 12th instant, a likely new negro fellow, 5 feet 10 or 11 inches high, who cannot speak a word of English; had on an osnaburg shirt, and a Dutch blanket wrapped round him. The owner is desired to take him away, and pay charges to ALEXANDER GORDON.
TAKEN up, in Sussex, a slender made bright bay mare, 6 or 7 years old, 4 feet 6 or 7 inches high, with a hanging mane and long switch tail, but no brand perceivable. Pasted, and appraised to 6 l. ROBERT PETTWAY.
TAKEN up, in Dinwiddie, a roan mare, 4 feet 5 or 6 inches high, with a blaze in her face, a hanging mane and switch tail, and branded on the near buttock C M. Pasted, and appraised to 6 l. WILLIAM BROWDER.
TAKEN up, in Prince Edward, a black horse, 4 feet 6 or 7 inches high, appears to be old, has several saddle spots, is branded on the near shoulder W, and on the near buttock TF in a piece. Pasted, and appraised to 4 l. 10 s. SAMUEL GOODE, jun.
TAKEN up, in Frederick, a dark brown steer, 3 years old, with some white on his forehead, and marked with two crops and a half crop in the upper part of each ear. Pasted, and appraised to 35 s. MOSES WALTON.
To be LET, on Saturday the 1st of December, on the premises, for a term of years,
THE noted and well accustomed Ordinary at Bermuda Hundred, in Chesterfield county, which may be entered upon immediately. Good security will be required.
AYLETT's, October 15, 1770.
WHEREAS Messrs. Murdochs, Donalds, and company, of Glasgow, have discontinued their trade at this place, I hereby give notice to all those who have open accounts on my books to come and settle them; and in order to prevent disputes hereafter, bonds will be required for their respective balances, for which purpose I will attend regularly at this place during the ensuing winter and spring, unless when the General and Oyer courts, or any of the neighbouring county courts, intervene. As personal application, to every one concerned, cannot be made, due regard, it is hoped, will be paid to this advertisement. Those who fail to settle in due time must blame themselves for laying me under the necessity of bringing suits against them, without further notice, as those who show the most readiness to settle may expect the greatest indulgence. The goods on hand will be sold by wholesale, on very reasonable terms, which may be known by applying to. ARCHIBALD GOVAN.
WANTED to RENT, A PUBLICK HOUSE and FERRY, well frequented, with some land. Or the tavern at any courthouse, which stands well for travellers, in the lower parts of the colony. Or a good accustomed house, on any of the branches or heads of the rivers, to which is a small plantation. If any of the above are to be rented, for seven years, the owner may hear of a tenant by inquiring of the printer, to whom he must make known his lowest terms, and the state of the buildings, improvements, &c. The rent will be paid quarterly, if required. VIRGINIA, &c. By the Hon. WILLIAM NELSON, Esq; President of his Majesty's Council, and Commander in Chief of the said colony and dominion:
A PROCLAMATION. WHEREAS I have received information, on oath, that one Thomas Samson, who was committed to the jail of Gloucester county, on suspicion of his having murdered John Chavery, mariner, on board the schooner Polly, John Corrie master, did, on the 30th day of last September, break the said jail, and make his escape (he is a middle sized man, about 30 years of age, wears his own long black hair, is pitted with the smallpox, and has usually followed the sea) to the end, therefore, that the said Thomas Samson may be brought to trial, for the crime he is charged with, I have thought fit, by and with the advice and consent of his Majesty's Council, to issue this proclamation, hereby, in his Majesty's name, commanding and requiring all his Majesty's officers, both civil and military, and all other his Majesty's subjects within this dominion, to make diligent search after the said Thomas Samson, and him having found to apprehend and secure, so that he may be dealt with according to law; strictly forbidding all persons to harbour or conceal the said Samson, as they shall answer it at their peril. And I do hereby promise a reward of 25 l. current money, to any person, or persons, who shall apprehend the said Thomas Samson; to be paid upon conviction. And I do appoint this proclamation to be read by the sheriffs, in their respective counties. Given at the Council Chamber, in Williamsburg, the 15th day of October, in the 10th year of his Majesty's reign. WILLIAM NELSON. GOD save the KING.
BEING employed by the administrators of the late John Robinson, Esq; to collect the money due for tickets sold in Colonel Bernard Moore's lottery, and the time of payment approaching, I beg leave to inform the adventurers that in order to make the most speedy collection, and for their convenience, I propose to attend the following courts, in the months mentioned, viz. At the General Court, and Middlesex court, in December; at Gloucester, Henrico, New Kent, King and Queen, King William, and Essex, in January; at James City, Warwick, York, and Norfolk, in February; at Buckingham, Culpeper, Spotsylvania, and Westmoreland, in March; at Hanover, Mecklenburg, Halifax, and Cumberland, in April; and at Albemarle, in May. I will also be at, or send, to the fairs at Frederickburg. As the persons chargeable with these debts are so dispersed as to render frequent applications impracticable, and I am particularly instructed to give no indulgence, it is hoped they will make payment at the times and places before mentioned; and in case they fail, that they will not be offended at having their bonds or notes put into the hands of an attorney. WILLIAM DANDRIDGE, jun. N. B. No discounts against Colonel Moore will be allowed.
Just IMPORTED, A LARGE and fresh assortment of goods, suitable for the season; and to be sold by the subscriber, at Aylett's warehouse, on reasonable terms. JAMES GOVAN. To be SOLD, at publick auction, before the subscribers store door in Petersburg, on Monday the 12th of November, for the benefit of the ensurers, SUNDRY bales of WOOLLENS, imported in the LORD CLIVE, JAMES M'KINLE master, from HULL; consisting of coarse broadcloths, riez, duffsils, beauskins, striped duffsils, blankets, shallons, &c. FIELD & CALL. NORTHUMBERLAND, October 12, 1770. I WANT a bale of OSNABRUGS, marked N B S, No. 7, which was imported in the Bogle last May. As several Gentlemen on Rappahannock river had goods by the same ship, I imagine it has been sent, through mistake of Captain Boyd, to some one of them; who will please to inform me, either by a letter, or an advertisement in this paper, where to send for it. Any charges they have been at shall be thankfully paid by ROBERT GILMOUR. To be LET on charter, to any part of Europe,
THE snow Cicely, Thomas Place master, now lying at Norfolk, a new vessel, well fitted, burthen about 150 tons, will carry 8000 bushels of grain, and is well calculated for that trade, having a lower deck laid. For terms apply to said master, or the subscriber. JOHN GREENWOOD. Who has for sale, Barbados, Grenada, and Jamaica run, Muscovado sugar, coffee, ginger, piments, molasses, and cocoas.
For LONDON, THE snow Prince George, John Faxon master, a strong vessel, between two and three years old, burthen about 200 bds. now lying in Appomattox river, will take in tobacco, &c. on liberty of consignment, at the ordinary freight. Near one half of her loading is already engaged, and she will sail the first of December. Those inclined to ship are requested to send their orders, as soon as convenient, to Mr. James Belfches at Cabin Point, Mr. James M'Dowall at Richmond, Mr. Patrick Ramsay, or Mr. Charles Duncan, merchants in Blandford, the Captain on board, or CHARLES GREGORY, and Co.
For SALE, A SCHOONER, lying at Hampton, clean and tight, fit to take in any cargo, and proceed to sea, having every necessary on board, save men, water, and provisions; burthen 5000 bushels, and launched in 1768. The time of payment will be made easy, on bond, with good security, being given. For terms apply to me, in Hampton. WALTER M'CLURG.
To be SOLD to the highest bidder, on Thursday the 15th of November, on the premises, by virtue of a late act of Assembly, THE glebe land belonging to the parish of Bristol, lying near Blandford, in the county of Prince George, on which are all necessary houses, in good condition. Twelve months credit will be given for one half the purchase money, and twelve months after for the other half. Bond and security will be required; and on failure in the payments, on the days appointed, the bond to carry interest from the date thereof. And on Monday the 19th will be let, to the lowest bidder, at Jones's Hole church, in the said parish, the building of a wooden addition to the said church. One third of the money to be paid on the raising of the same, and the other two thirds when the whole is completed and received by the vestry. GEORGE NICHOLAS, } Churchwardens. WILLIAM CALL, }
COMMITTED to Smithfield jail, a negro fellow who speaks such bad English, and is so ignorant, that it cannot be understood from him who is his master; he is a short, black, outlandish fellow. The owner may have him, on proving his property, and paying charges, of JOHN TAYLOR.
STRAYED from the College pasture, last Tuesday night, a slim made gray horse, 14 hands high, with a hanging mane and switch tail. Ten shillings will be given to the person who brings him to JOHN DIXON.
STOLEN, or STRAYED, from the subscriber, in Williamsburg, a bay horse 15 hands high, about five years old, with a hanging mane and switch tail; his brand, if any, forgot. He was bred in Augusta. Whoever brings him to me shall have 20 s. reward. DANIEL BAXTER.
TAKEN up, in Cumberland, a sorrel mare, 3 feet 11 inches high, between two and three years old, with a blaze face, one of her hind feet white, has a hanging mane, branded on the off buttock U, as near as can be made out, but not dockt. Pasted and appraised to 50 s. THOMAS ADAMS.
TAKEN up, in Lunenburg, a gray horse, about 4 feet 6 or 7 inches high, 10 or 12 years old, with a hanging mane and sprig tail, has been much rubbed with gears, and is branded on the near shoulder. Pasted, and appraised to 5 l. CHRISTOPHER BILLUPS.
TAKEN up, in Culpeper, a small black and white steer, about 3 years old, marked with a half spade in each ear. Pasted, and appraised to 25 s. WILLIAM PENDLETON.
TAKEN up, in Chesterfield, a black horse, about 12 years old, about 4 feet 7 inches high, with a hanging mane and long bushy tail, some saddle spots, but no brand perceivable. Pasted, and appraised to 6 l. JOHN ROWLETT.
TAKEN up, in Caroline, a bay mare, about 4 years old, about 14 hands high, with a few white hairs in her forehead, a white streak across her mane, paces slow, and branded on the near buttock I. Pasted, and appraised to 3 l. JOEL HIGGIN.
TAKEN up, in Prince William, a pied red and white bull, marked with a slit and two crops in the right ear. Pasted, and appraised to 25 s. JOHN MARTIN.
TAKEN up, in Brunswick, a black mare, about 6 years old, 4 feet 2 inches high, with a large blaze in her face, her mane trimmed in the middle, her two hind feet white as high as the knees, and branded on the near shoulder and buttock resembling B. Pasted, and appraised to 3 l. RICHARD STONE.
TAKEN up, in Caroline, a red heifer, unmarked. Pasted, and appraised to 30 s. JOHN SANDERS, jun.
JAMES PATTERSON, Watchmaker, WILLIAMSBURG, BEGS leave to inform the publick that he has moved to the back street, just behind the Raleigh tavern, where he hopes for the favour of his customers. As he is supplied with the very best materials, those who please to employ him may depend on their work being well done, expeditiously, and on the lowest terms.

POETS CORNER.
Description of a COUNTRY SCHOOLMASTER, and a VILLAGE ALEHOUSE, from The Deserted Village, a poem written by Dr. Goldsmith.
BESIDE yon straggling fence, that skirts the way, With blossom'd furze, unprofitably gay, There in his noisy mansion, skill'd to rule, The village master taught his little school: A man severe he was, and stern to view, I knew him well, and every truant knew; Well had the boding tremblers learn'd to trace The day's disasters in his morning face; Full well they laugh'd, with counterfeited glee, At all his jokes, for many a joke had he; Full well the busy whisper, circling round, Convey'd the dismal tidings when he frown'd; Yet he was kind, or, if severe in aught, The love he bore to learning was in fault; The village all declar'd how much he knew; 'Twas certain he could write and cipher too; Lands he could measure, terms and tides presage, And e'en the story ran that he could gauge. In arguing too, the parson own'd his skill, For e'en, though vanquish'd, he could argue still; While words of learned length, and thundering sound, Amaz'd the gazing rusticks rang'd around, And still they gaz'd, and still the wonder grew That one small head could carry all he knew. But past is all his fame, the very spot Where many a time he triumph'd is forgot: Near yonder thorn, that lifts its head on high, Where once the sign post caught the passing eye, Low lies that house where nut-brown draughts inspir'd, Where gray-beard mirth and smiling toil retir'd, Where village statesmen talk'd with looks profound, And news much older than their ale went round. Imagination fondly stoops to trace The parlour splendours of that festive place; The whitewash'd wall, the nicely sanded floor, The varnish'd clock, that click'd behind the door; The chest contriv'd a double debt to pay, A bed by night, a chest of drawers by day; The pictures plac'd for ornament and use, The twelve good rules, the royal game of goose; The hearth, except when winter chill'd the day, With aspen boughs, and flowers, and fennel gay, While broken tea cups, wisely kept for show, Rang'd o'er the chimney, glist'ning in a row. Vain transitory splendours! could not all Reprieve the tottering mansion from its fall! Obscure it links, nor shall it more impart An hour's importance to the poor man's heart; Thither no more the peasant shall repair To sweet oblivion of his daily care; No more the farmer's news, the barber's tale, No more the woodman's ballad shall prevail; No more the smith his dusky brow shall clear, Relax his ponderous strength, and lean to hear; The host himself no longer shall be found, Careful to see the mantling blifs go round; Nor the coy maid, half willing to be pres'd, Shall kiss the cup to pass it to the rest.
WILLIAMSBURG, October 16, 1770.
THE creditors of David Galloway, or their agents, are requested to be in town by Saturday the 27th instant, in order to appoint a general meeting for a definitive settlement of these affairs; and as it is now apparent that very considerable losses must arise from the unavoidable delays already occasioned by the obstinacy of a few, it cannot be doubted but every person concerned will take care to attend, or empower a friend to act for him. Such proposals are intended to be made to the succeeding creditors as will effectually put it out of the power of others to injure their interest hereafter; but it is earnestly requested that no more mischievous plans may be adopted for that purpose, for they cannot fail of proving hurtful to every person concerned in their formation.
ROBERT STEELE, STAYMAKER, NORFOLK.
HAS removed to Mr. John Richardson's (taylor) Church street, where he carries on his business, in all its branches. He returns thanks to all Ladies that have honoured him with their custom, and hopes for a continuance of their favours. All orders from the country shall be punctually executed.
To be SOLD at publick auction, on Saturday the 10th of November, before Mr. Hay's door, in Williamsburg, by virtue of a power of attorney and deed of trust from John Holt, formerly of this city, merchant, to the Hon. William Nelson, Esq;
A VALUABLE tract of land, containing about 400 acres, lying in New Kent county, on the main road to the courthouse, and about five miles above Doncaster's ordinary. At the same time, and place, will be sold, for the life of the said John Holt, a tract of land, of 1000 acres, in the county of Hanover, about five miles above Newcastle, on the main road leading to the falls of James river, and adjoining the lands whereon Mrs. Margaret Holt lately lived. Credit will be allowed the purchasers until April next, giving bond and security to
JOHN TAZE WELL.
To be SOLD, by a decree of the Worshipful the Court of YORK, on Saturday the 27th instant, before the Raleigh tavern,
THE houses and lot in Williamsburg where John Jeggitts, deceased, lately lived, and at present occupied by the Rev. John Clegg. Nine months credit will be allowed, the purchaser giving bond and security to
JOSEPH JEGGITTS, Administrator.
JAMES DOUGLAS, STAYMAKER, WILLIAMSBURG,
BEGS leave to inform the Ladies that he has just come to hand an assortment of the very best materials for his business, and that those who please to favour him with their custom may depend on their work being done well, expeditiously, and on reasonable terms.
By order of the Worshipful the HUSTINGS court of Williamsburg,
THE creditors of Mr. William Kennon (especially those who acceded to the deed of trust made by him in December 1767) are desired to send in their accounts immediately, in order to their being adjusted, by auditors named by the court, preparatory to a final decree and distribution of the estate. Those Gentlemen who will be pleased to direct their accounts to be left in Williamsburg for me may depend on proper care being taken of them, and it will be necessary that those accounts should be sent before the 30th instant.
JERMAN BAKER.
STRAYED, or STOLEN (but I believe stolen) from the subscriber, last July, at Abbeys ordinary, about six miles from Williamsburg, a sorrel horse, about four feet six inches high, and branded on the near buttock W, with the figure of a above it. Whoever will deliver him to the owner, at West Point, shall have 40 s. reward.
AUGUSTINE SEATON.
STRAYED, or STOLEN, from Prince George courthouse, on the 19th September ult. a dark bay horse, about ten years old, 14 hands high, with a small blaze in his forehead, a hanging mane and switch tail, paces, trots, and gallops, and branded on the near buttock I E. Whoever delivers the said horse to Henry Batts at Prince George courthouse, Captain George Noble, or Messrs. Samuel and George Ker, merchants at Cabin Point, shall have 20 s. reward.
DANIEL MONTGOMERIE.
October 1, 1770.
THIS is to forewarn all persons from trusting the wife of the subscriber, or to transact any business with her, on my account, as I will not pay any more debts of her contracting, nor allow her receipts to be good. THOMAS YOUNGHUSBAND.
AND as I find it is not in my power to pay my creditors until my brother's arrival, which I expect in two or three months (without great disadvantage) beg they will please to give me that indulgence. In the mean time, those who have any demands against me are desired to send their accounts before that; and I hope such as are indebted to me will not any longer delay payment, or to discount with any of the merchants to whom I am indebted. If not, I certainly am excusable in giving such accounts to an attorney. THOMAS YOUNGHUSBAND.
To be SOLD, for several hundred pounds less than was offered about twelve months ago,
THE pleasant and healthy seat of BOSWORTH, with the flock of cattle, horses, hogs, and sheep; also about 300 l. worth of genteel furniture. Any Gentleman inclining to purchase is desired to view the land and improvements between this and the 4th of December, at which time I shall be at Bosworth, and stay about a fortnight. Captain Samuel Meredith or Mr. John Starke, who live adjoining, will be ready, at any time, to show the land. It was a mystery to me, until very lately, why this place was not sold before this time; but, from several Gentlemen of undoubted veracity, I have lately been informed that a person in the neighbourhood of Bosworth has taken more than common pains to misrepresent this seat, &c. I refer Gentlemen to a former advertisement in regard to the goodness of the land, houses, &c. and when they have seen it they will know what kind of person he must be that, to do me an injury, had meanly, and privately, propagated so many fallacies to prevent my selling this place. Off of this land at least 30 l. a titheable, one year with another, may be made. The land I some time ago sold, belonging to this tract (which was falsely said to be all the good land I held in Hanover) will be sold with Bosworth. I have been very ungenerously treated by several persons that have long been in my debt; and rather than disappoint Gentlemen I am indebted to, I propose to sell Bosworth for less than half its real value.
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ANTHONY WINSTON.
For SALE, or to be RENTED for a term of years, and entered upon immediately,
THE capital prize drawn in Col. Byrd's lottery consisting of a DOUBLE FORGE and GRIST MILL, at the falls of James river, with two acres and a half of land adjoining, the use of the landing, the canal, which affords a never failing stream from the river, with ten feet of land on each side, as also 2000 acres of land, the farthest part of which is not more than two miles from the works, and estimated to be as good as any high land on James river. As the very beautiful and advantageous situation of this place, part of which overlooks the mouth of the falls, convenient to four principal towns, in the centre of the colony, capable of great improvement, has been so fully described in the plan of the said lottery, I shall only add that all the works were built in the year 1765, and are now in good repair; that the mill has been well accustomed for 60 years past, and is known to be worth at least 200 l. a year at present; that the said works, lying in the heart of a wheat country, the forge may be converted into a merchant mill, and 100,000 bushels of wheat manufactured in the year, and where a saw mill may easily be erected, there not being more than 150 acres of the said land cleared, and all the rest well timbered, which renders it still more valuable. If not sold privately, or rented, between this and the 5th of November next, it will then be exposed to publick sale, or rented, before the Raleigh tavern. The terms, which will be reasonable, any person may be acquainted with, in the mean time, by applying to me, in Williamsburg, or directing a line for me, to be left at the Post Office; and the land and works viewed, at any time, by applying to Mr. Thomas Bowser, who resides on the premises. HENRY MORSE.
To be sold, for ready money, on Wednesday the 21st of November next, if fair, otherwise next fair day, at the late dwellinghouse of John Semple, deceased, in the county of King and Queen,
ALL the estate of the said John Semple, consisting of 1200 acres of land, more or less, subject to the dower of Elizabeth Semple, his widow, in the whole; to the dower of Joanna Prince, widow of Francis Prince, deceased, in 100 acres, part thereof; and for the life of Sarah Roberts, widow, in 50 acres, another part thereof. There is on the said land a convenient dwelling-house, and all necessary outbuildings, built since the year 1764, a large apple and peach orchard, three tenements on the same, one in the tenure of Isabel Thomas, at the yearly rent of 10 l. a year, seven years of her lease yet unexpired; the other two in the possession and tenure of John Walden the elder, and James Walden his son, tenants at will. Also thirteen negroes, variety of good household and kitchen furniture of all sorts, flock of horses, cattle, sheep, and hogs. Taken in execution, by virtue of a decree of the Hon. the General Court, against the said John Semple, for and on account of his the said John Semple's becoming security for Philip Rootes, late sheriff of the said county, for nonpayment of the taxes due to his Majesty in the years 1765 and 1766. The sale will be continued until all are sold, by The SHERIFF.
A YOUNG man, who is thoroughly acquainted with accounts, being chiefly brought up thereto, would be glad to be employed in that way. Upon failure therein, he would engage to teach arithmetic, bookkeeping, land surveying, and navigation, either in publick, or in a private family. For information inquire of the printer.
To be RENTED, or SOLD, THE WHARFS, STORES, and DWELLING-HOUSE, with a GARDEN, and all convenient OUTHOUSES, in the town of Portsmouth, at present occupied by the subscriber. The situation and conveniences are the best in the place, and so well known as to render any farther recommendation unnecessary.
JAMES MARSDEN.
HANOVER town, Sept. 26, 1770.
WHEREAS Messrs. Murdoch, Donalds, and company, of Glasgow, have discontinued their trade at Hanover town, I hereby give notice to all those who have open accounts on my books to come and settle their respective balances, for which purpose I will give constant attendance at this place during the ensuing winter and spring; the General and Oyer courts, and the adjoining county court days, excepted. To prevent future disputes, bonds will be demanded of all who are indebted to the store, and satisfaction made to those who have balances in their favour. As it is impossible for me to make personal application to every one with whom I have business, it is expected those concerned will pay strict regard to this advertisement. Such as fail to make settlements in the time limited may depend on their accounts being put in suit, without farther notice; and must blame themselves for being put to expense and trouble, which I would gladly avoid. The houses and lots in this place are to be disposed of; and the goods on hand will be sold by wholesale, on very reasonable terms, which may be known by applying to me. JOHN JOHNSON.
HANOVER town, JULY 25, 1770.
THE subscriber having discontinued the store kept by him in this town, requests all those who are indebted to him to settle their accounts immediately, by payment or otherwise. This advertisement, together with the indulgence he has already given, will, he hopes, save farther application, as all those who do not comply with it may expect to have their accounts put into an attorney's hands, without other notice, or respect of persons. He has a quantity of goods, which he will sell on reasonable terms, for ready money or short credit. JOHN SMITH.
For SALE,
A PLANTATION, situated in Nansemond county, distance from Suffolk seven miles, from Norfolk twenty seven. It contains 179 acres, one of which is not yet cleared, has on it a very good two story house, with outbuildings proper. Any one inclining to purchase may know the terms by applying to James Murdaugh in Nansemond, or Bryan Croobie in Portsmouth.
FREDERICKSBURG, JULY 10, 1770.
I HAVE just completed a MERCHANT MILL within 200 yards of Fredericksburg, and convenient to a landing where sea vessels may quickly load that do not draw more than ten feet water. I expect to be able to manufacture upwards of 20,000 bushels of wheat in a year, which is more than my present stock can afford to supply the mill with, without some assistance of my friends. I therefore propose to manufacture wheat for merchants, or others, on the following moderate terms: I will grind, bolt, and pack the flour, coarse and fine, for 4 d. sterling for every bushel of wheat delivered to me, and deliver all the bran, or for 3 d. sterling if the bran is left as my own; and I shall charge no more than 1 s. 4 d. sterling for each flour barrel and nailing, and 1 s. 8 d. sterling for each bread barrel and nailing, and I will deliver it at the landing or mill, as the owner may choose. I cannot undertake to manufacture a less quantity than 100 bushels for any one person on the above terms, a less quantity I shall require the usual toll for; and if the merchants in my neighbourhood, or elsewhere, will encourage me largely, I will agree not only to take my pay in wheat for manufacturing (if they choose it) at the market price, but for whatever flour or ship bread they may buy of me I will agree to take one third of the price in West India or other goods, at the market price, and the other two thirds in cash on three months credit. I am ready to treat with any Gentleman who may be willing to make a trial of this trade, which I think would be to our mutual advantage, especially as the people of this country, now going largely on making wheat, will pay the merchants in that commodity. I would recommend to all dealers in wheat to buy none but what is threshed or trod out on a plank floor, and to weigh it; if it turns out 60 wt. per bushel the profit will be worth while, as well to the maker as the buyer, but if under that standard the real loss will be equal to a penny a pound for what it falls short of that weight in each bushel. I am willing to contract for a number of years for the purchase of wheat, and for the sale of flour and ship bread. ROGER DIXON.
ALL Persons may be supplied with this PAPER at 12 s. 6 d. a Year, and have ADVERTISEMENTS (of a moderate Length) inserted in it for 3 s. the first Week, and 2 s. each Week after. * * All Sorts of PRINTING WORK done at this Office in the neatest Manner, with Care and Expedition.